EXHIBIT R
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CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE
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April 22, 2004, 6 p.m.
Norte Vista High School
Performing Arts Center
6585 Crest Avenue
MINUTES
PRESENT: Chair Eric Haley and Members Barry Johnson, Marjorie von Pohle, Gar Brewton, Damon Castillo, Dale McNair, Ray Higgins, Rusty Bailey, Marcia McQuern, Rose Mayes, Dorothy Balley, Connie Leach, Mike Teer, Sharon Tyrrell, Art Garcia, Ben Johnson, and Stan Stosel
ABSENT: None
STAFF PRESENT: Gregory Priamos, Susan Wilson, Tricia Ruiz, Cheryl Balz, and Judy Truett ALSO PRESENT: Phyllis Purcell, Barbara Purvis, Daphne Areta, Victoria Nurre, Tom Powell, Sue Mitchell, Janet Wasson, Duong Nguyen, and others
Chair Haley convened the Charter Review Committee meeting at 6:03 p.m. - The Pledge of Allegiance was given to the Flag.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no comments presented at this time.
MINUTES
Motion was made and seconded to approve the Minutes of March 25, 2004, as presented.
Motion carried unanimously with Members Garcia and Tyrell abstaining.
DISCUSSION AND DELIBERATION
General Obligation Bonds - Mall Ballot Elections
Following discussion and without formal motion, discussion of use of mail ballot elections for general obligation bonds was continued to the meeting of May 27, 2004, to have Registrar of Voters Mischelle Townsend available for questions.
Discussion ensued regarding granting the City Council authority to determine whether general bonds, notes, or other indebtedness shall be sold at public sale by notice or by negotiatec private sale. Member Castillo and others questioned the matrix reference of major fisca impact. Deputy City Attorney Wilson and City Attorey Priamos explained that the fiscal impact may be significantly positive under certain circumstances. This proposal would grant the City CRC-51
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Following further discussion, it was moved by Member McQuern and seconded by Member Castillo supporting this amendment. Motion carried unanimously.
Local Preference
Chair Haley reviewed the charted survey of other cities in Southern California showing a blanket rejection of local preference for public works construction contracts with the exception of Cities of Los Angeles and Napa.
Member McQuern had concerns that allowing a local preference would start a trade war and may result in unintended negative consequences. Chair Haley added that any company that has major headquarters in other cities could find themselves injured by the competitive cycling.
Major players would feel the ripple effect throughout Southern California.
Member Garcia opposes local preference and feels there was some reason that most all the surveyed cities rejected the concept which could have adverse consequences for Riverside.
Member Brewton stated that local businesses already have the advantage because they are already working at home.
Motion was made by Member Brewton and seconded by Member Garcia to reject the concept of local preference for public works contracts.
Member Castillo asked if there was any input from the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce on this issue. Chair Haley indicated that the Chamber was not present and his impression was that there was not an official position of the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce but there would be an opportunity to revisit the issue at future meetings.
Member R. Bailey reminded the Committee that the Shop Riverside campaign urges residents to shop Riverside and that the City should do the same with respect to public works contracts.
Chair Haley responded that this is a preliminary position and that barring a clear position they should reject local preferences for reasons of competitiveness. Member Garcia urged quick resolve to issues in light of the Committee's timeline. Member D. Bailey suggested that someone from the Greater Riverside Chambers of Commerce should have been present if it was a point of contention for them.
City Attorney Priamos clarified that this proposal would not change the Charter and public vorks contracts would continue to be awarded to the lowest responsible bidder. Member D Bailey noted that the Chamber was well aware of this meeting and the opportunity to commen on the issues before the Committee.
The motion carried with Members R. Bailey and von Pohle voting no and Members Johnson and Tyrell abstaining.
Phyllis Purcell commented that it would be cheaper to Shop Riverside because the money would stay in Riverside. The City should follow what we are asking the public to do. Member Teer responded that the current policy allows the City the option to Shop Riverside. Changing the Charter would send the wrong message to surrounding cities.
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Mayor and City Counci Salaries
Chair Haley announced that four members of the Mayor and City Councilmembers Salary Commission were present and invited Tom Powell to offer an overview of the process the Commission employed during their deliberations and recommendations to the City Council.
Tom Powell thanked the Committee for inviting him and noted his service on the Commission during the 2001 and 2003 sessions. The Commission met for ten to twelve weeks each session. The Commission was set up as an ad hoc committee for the purpose of reviewing the Mayor and Councilmember salaries. The Commission reviewed information provided by staff and compared data with similar communities which proved to be problematic. Although similar in size, individual cities have differing forms of goverment and operate differently. The responsibilities of elected officials were different. The Commission attempted to define the job descriptions as there are none in the current Charter and was placed in the position of reviewing the positions and salaries without such a job description. The Commission focused on responsibilities and not performance of individuals. Most Commission members view the City Council similar to a Board of Directors holding policy-making roles rather than managing staff.
Vice Chair Johnson agrees that the Mayor and City Council are a governance body as opposed to handling day-to-day duties of staff.
Mr. Powell noted that the Commission's 2001 recommendations were accepted by the City Council yet in 2003 the City Council did not accept the recommendations. The Commission felt they had wasted twelve weeks and that the process of trying to decide salaries was not effective.
Commissioner Sue Mitchell expressed appreciation for the professionalism of City staff and her peers on the Commission. The Commission members took their job seriously and understood that their role was to make recommendations to the City Council for their consideration.
Although the Commission recommended no raise, the City Council voted for a 60% salary increase. There were multiple motions of the City Council - some in jest - and the City Council wasn't even sure of the fiscal impact of the motion at the time. Ms. Mitchell recommends the word "salary" be eliminated from the debate. Councilmembers serve as a public service and compensation should be in the form of a stipend or honorarium. She also had recommended referral of this issue to the Charter Review Committee to identify an alternative process for setting Mayor and Councilmember compensation. Compensation for other elected local officials ranges from $600 a year to $40,000 a year. The Commission deliberated if the position of Councilmember was full-time or part-time. Upon interview, each Councilmember reported 40 to 50 hours per week dedicated to the Office. The Commission felt there could be time saved through more effective use of staff and avoidance of micromanagement. The Commission agreed the position could be considered part-time.
Ms. Mitchell recommends (1) eliminating the word "salary" as it confuses the process; (2) leaving Charter language vague whether the position is full-time or part-time; (3) finding a public policy group that can help determine how to compensate for public service; (4) determining a fair number that is not too large as to encourage career politicians; (5) granting a modest cost of living raise concurrent with that granted to City employees; and (6) elimination of the Mayor and Council Members Salary Commission.
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Commissioner Rich Biber also experienced frustration with the process which should be replaced. The current process is unfair to the Councilmembers and Commissioners as well. It is difficult to carry out the charge of the Commission due to the vagueness of the City Charter.
The City Councilmembers are policy makers and should not deal with mundane issues which could be handled by staff. Mr. Biber encouraged definition of the parameters of the Commission. The work of the Commission was demeaned by the deliberations at the City Council level. The Charter Review Committee has the opportunity to improve the process. It is difficult for Councilmembers to keep pace with their personal jobs if they are working full-time as Councilmembers.
Chair Haley thanked the speakers.
Member Higgins was astonished after the first Commission meeting realizing that with the exception of one, Commissioners had already determined that the City Council was a minimalist organization that really did nothing and therefore deserved nothing. The Chair and Vice Chair were not present for voting on final recommendations to the City Council. The City Council is not similar to a Board whose members in most cases are appointed by a CEO and are not elected officials. Government and business are very different. He noted the extensive time required for review of weekly City Council packets. Those who excel at multi-tasking are capable of the Office of Councilmember. He foresaw difficulties with the Commission's 2002 recommendation. The Council felt slighted at the proposal of no salary increase. Member Higgins supports sunset of the Mayor and City Councilmember Salary Commission.
Member Leach asked how often City employees were given a raise. City Attorney Priamos advised that the City has ten bargaining units and that the average over the last 10 years has been a 3 to 4 percent cost of living raise per year. All contracts have expired or will expire soon. Future raises are yet to be determined.
Member Leach favors allowing the voters to determine salaries. Member McQuem asked Sue Mitchell how to determine what compensation was fair and if that number should be a part of the Charter. Sue Mitchell responded that determining the appropriate number is difficult.
Member McQuer suggested creation of a salary commission that has final authority or tying the salary to a percentage of another official such as a judge.
Tom Powell stated that no one on the Commission ever desired having the final decision.
Tying salary to another factor would be acceptable. Tom Powell feels the current salaries are too high.
Member Garcia stated he publicly acknowledged his support of the City Council receiving one- half of the Mayor's salary in light of the amount of work. Councilmembers should have additionai administrative support staff with the Council primarily addressing policy-making issues. He favors tying salary to an external factor. The amount of compensation is difficult to determine because people have different opinions about the amount of work it takes to be a Councilmember. The Commissioners were not treated fairly at the City Council meeting.
Compensation should be adequate so that blue-collar workers have the opportunity to serve.
Sue Mitchell reminded the Committee of Paul Fick's suggestion that City Council meetings be held two nights a week- one to have the Council meeting and the other to take care of all other business allowing everyone to run for office. The only other solution is to identify a salary that is adequate.
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Member von Pohle asked if the Commission looked at the work the City Council performs and the agenda packets they must review. She supported granting the Councilmembers a raise.
Tom Powell responded that each Councilmember was interviewed and their comments considered. He suggested that reports be reduced to minimize reading time. Councilmembers should rely on professionals to analyze issues and make recommendations.
Member McNair felt the Commission could have been more representative of the community.
Mr. Powell referred to the Charter section defining the selection process.
Rich Biber applied for the Airport Commission but was subsequently appointed to the Mayor and Councilmembers Salary Commission. At the time he supported making the Council position a full-time position with a salary of $75,000 per year. His views changed as the work of the Commission proceeded. The determination of full-time vs. part-time would be the basis of the salary decision.
City Attorney Priamos read the Charter section describing the preferred membership of the Commission.
Member Brewton feels that Councilmembers must have unique skills and salaries should be created to encourage these individuals to run for City Council. Because the Council makes management decisions, they should have professional backgrounds. Candidates should not run just to make money. The City Council is doing a great job and they are good businessman but the salary needs to be adjusted - not upward.
Member Mayes suggested identification of a public policy group in California or Washington, D.C. who has studied these issues. The salary surveys were not very helpful. The salaries must be tied to a factor. The salary should not be so high that people would quit their full-time jobs to run for office. Those who give up their time should be compensated. The work of Commissions should not be unappreciated. Ms. Mayes suggests a Think Tank to make recommendations to the committee.
Sue Mitchell felt it was difficult to determine compensation for public service.
Member Castillo agreed with Ms. Mitchell and supported the comments by Member Brewton.
He doesn't see public service commitment as a salaried job. Councilmembers understand that the job involves long hours. Staff resources are available to the elected officials.
Vice Chair Johnson indicated that Alvord Unified School District Board Members receive a $400 stipend per month. The positions are for public service and not focused on compensation. He prefers using the term "stipend" rather than salary. Support staff and the use of technology could minimize the time commitment. He thanked the Commission for their service.
Member McNair reminded the Committee that the discussion was on process, not the level of salary.
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Member Stosel pointed out that the public wants to speak directly with the elected official.
Sacrifices are involved but there needs to be a middle ground. Public service should be compensated but the process should be depoliticized.
Chair Haley recalled his service as a Councilmember. Councilmembers must return even routine calls. Citizens expect direct response from Councilmembers and the job must be taken seriously. The City Council should have a voice in their salary but within a structure that preserves reasonable adjustability. He asked what the rationale would be for rolling back salaries.
Ms. Mitchell stated that the Commission recommended the process be revisited with perhaps a small cost of living increase included. Member Brewton does not favor the City Council voting on their salary.
Public Comments
Yolanda Garland stated that the City Council is the highest paid in the country according to the size of the city. They approved large increases even though the commission recommended no increase. Councilmembers should receive benefits only after a period of service. She suggested all City Council candidates receive a job description and salary range before they run for office and the salary should be capped. If the Council did not micromanage, the time commitment would be reduced. She asked why both the City Manager and Mayor positions were needed. She thanked the Committee for their work.
Phyllis Purcell taught civics to 7th and 8th graders and identified how local level goverment affects their day-to-day life. All residents should have open access to elected representatives.
Staff support is fine as long as access to Councilmembers is not limited. The Council should be compensated. The Commission did not have an effective process.
High School Senior Daphne Areta feels that Councilmembers raising their salaries is illegal.
How salaries should be determined is unknown but the Councilmembers should not make this decision. Member R. Balley concurred and feels the matter should be decided by the voters.
The 27" Amendment prohibits Congress from raising their salaries for their current term.
Sue Mitchell suggested the position should be part-time with no benefits. No one questions how hard Councilmembers work. They have a substantial benefit package.
Member Higgins referenced the County's temporary organization with a budget of $6 million which didn't have the oversight by the elected officials. The six million became $25 million.
Oversight by elected officials is important.
Chair Haley thanked the members of the Mayor and Council Members Salary Commission.
Following further discussion, it was moved and seconded to continue this matter to May 13, 2004, at 5 p.m. in Mayor's Ceremonial Room. Motion carried unanimously.
Preamble Subcommittee Report
ember Castillo reported that the subcommittee requested Member R. Bailey to present draf egular in sumited by subcarmitte members to his stucents for a report back at the next CRC-56
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Proposed Charter Amendments Matrix
- Member Garcia spoke about the March 11, 2004, minutes reflecting "at the request of Member Garcia granting of greater responsibility to boards and commissions will be added to the matrix as well as specifically citing additional existing boards/commissions in the Charter." An example would be the Parking, Traffic, and Streets Commission having final authority on granting of speed humps, for example, with appeal to the City Council. He requested this be discussed and become part of the matrix early enough to allow a subcommittee time to study and make recommendations to the full committee before the deadline to place the recommendations on the ballot.
Chair Haley requested this matter be included in the matrix.
Member Higgins suggested the next meeting be held in the Mayor's Ceremonial Room as the acoustics were poor at the performing arts center and large arenas are no longer needed.
Member Brewton suggest that the members stand when speaking.
Member Leach asked why the reference to Charter Section 1202 in the matrix mentioned no change to current procedure in seeking City Council approval for contracts over $25,000 when the current Charter already is written for amounts over $50,000. City Attorney Priamos claritied that Section 1202 is the authority of the Board of Public Utilities which is different from City Council authority provisions. There may be instances where we do not seek Board approval but must seek Council approval. The Board of Public Utilities asked to increase their authority to be able to approve contracts without Council approval.
City Attorney Priamos also clarified the concern raised by Member Garcia about the Parking, Traffic, and Streets Commission. The current Charter only reflects five commissions although we have a whole series of boards and commission that are not identified in the Charter.
Member Garcia said his intent is to have a sub-committee or the full committee review all Boards and Commissions to see if it would be appropriate to add or remove others from the Charter.
The Committee adjourned at 7:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
CHERY B
Deputy City Clerk
ACCOMPLISHMENTS
1. Continued policy deliberations and formulating positions
1. Continue discussion regarding the Mayor and Councilmembers salaries
2. Continue discussion regarding Preamble language
3. Continue deliberations and take positions on remaining matrix issues CRC-57
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CITY OF
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CHARTER
PAST•FUTURE
CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE
Local Preference Policies for Public Works Contracts
City Charter/General Local Preference Policy
Law Yes/No
Colton General No
Escondido General No
Lake Elsinore General No
Murrieta General No
Oceanside General No
5c-1 Perris General No
Redlands General No
Rialto General No
Temecula General No
Anaheim Charter No
Bakersfield Charter No
Corona General No
Fresno Charter
Long Beach Charter
Los Angeles Charter Yes. 10% for contracts of $100,000, or less. Local Preference provided to any entity within the County of Los Angeles.
Ontario General No
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City Charter/General Local Preference Policy
Law Yes/No
Napa Charter Yes. 3% preference provided to local businesses. Local Preference provided to any entity within the County of Napa.
Sacramento Charter No
San Bernardino Charter No
San Diego Charter No
San Francisco Charter No
San Jose Charter No
Santa Ana Charter No
5c-2 Stockton Charter No
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, MARCH 4, 2002, 11:30 A.M.
3900 MAIN STREET
Seventh Floor Conference Room
MINUTES
PRESENT: Duane Lowe and Frank Mott
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Deen Teer, Judy Griffth, Rhonda Strout, and Gregory Priamos
At 12 p.m., the City Clerk adjourned the meeting for lack of a quorum.
Respectfully submitted,
Castlical
COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, JUNE 19, 2002, 11:30 A.M.
SEVENTH FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Powell, Ashley, Daniels, Fick, Biber, and Mitchell (Alternate)
ABSENT: Commissioners Yancu and Lowe
ALSO PRESENT: Rhonda Strout, Gregory Priamos, Colleen Nicol, Juditt Griffith, Duke Steppe, Deen Teer, and Ray Higgins
The meeting convened at 12 p.m.
INTRODUCTIONS
Following self-introductions, the items remaining on the agenda were considered.
ELECTION OF OFFICERS
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Biber and seconded by Commissioner Fick nominating Tom Powell as Chair. Motion carried unanimously.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Chairman Powell and seconded by Commissioner Fick nominating Commissioner Biber as Vice-Chair. Motion carried unanimously.
COMMISSION'S PURPOSE/CHARGE
Interim City Attorney Priamos reviewed the purpose and charge of the Mayor and Council Members Salary Commission as set forth in the Riverside Charter and Brown Act requirements. No formal action was required or taken.
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER INTERVIEW QUESTIONNAIRE AND
SALARY SURVEY
Human Resources Director Judith Griffith presented the draft interview questionnaire and partial salary survey of the five cities larger and five cities smaller than Riverside which will be completed in full and presented at the next meeting
Following discussion, and without formal motion, staff was requested to provide (1) a listing of Mayor/City Council regional board/commission assignments, 1 6-2 000384
whether the participation was voluntary or required, if a stipend is offered, and any personal costs incurred; (2) City Council standing committees; (3) research on whether the positions have been identified as part-time or full-time; (4) the salary survey being conducted by Human Resources including the duration of meetings; and (5) research on length of Riverside City Council meetings.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Biber authorizing staff to complete revisions to the questionnaire and distribute to the Mayor and City Council specifying May as the month to be itemized by activity. Motion carried unanimously.
FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE
Following discussion it was moved by Commissioner Biber and seconded by Commissioner Fick setting future meetings for Mondays at 4:30.m. beginning July 1, 2002, and convening as needed. Motion carried unanimously.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no oral comments presented.
The meeting adjourned at 1:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Coffical
COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 1, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
PRESENT: Commissioners Biber, Yancu, Mitchell (Alternate), Ashley, and Fick
ABSENT: Commissions Lowe, Daniels, and Chairman Powell
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Deen Teer, Greg Priamos, Rhonda Strout, Judith Griffith, and Duke Steppe
The meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Vice-Chair Biber followed by self-introductions. Staff was requested to agendize approval of the minutes at each meeting and to move oral communications from the audience to the beginning of the agenda.
RESEARCH
City Clerk Colleen Nicol reviewed research provided on regional organization and committee assignments, Councilmember term expirations, length of City Council meetings, and part-time versus full-time status of Councilmember positions.
Interim City Attorney Gregory Priamos noted that the law is silent with respect to Councilmember positions being fuli- or part-time and that the Commission's charge is to determine the appropriate level of compensation rather than if the positions are full or part-time.
The Commission discussed vacation, sick leave, and retirement benefits.
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER QUESTIONNAIRE AND SALARY SURVEY Following discussion and a report from Human Resources Director Judith Griffith, Ms. Griffith distributed preliminary salary information for Councilmembers and Mayors from other cities.
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 15, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
PRESENT: Commissioners Daniels, Mitchell, Fick, Ashley, Biber, Yancu, and Chairman Powell
§ STAFF PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Jim Smith, Deen Teer, Gregory Priamos, Rhonda Strout, and Judy Griffith
→ ALSO PRESENT: Ray Higgins
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ö The meeting was called to order at 4:30 p.m. by Chairman Powell.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ray Higgins proposed providing staff support to Councilmembers as • compensation. A budget should be assigned to individual Councilmembers • which can be used for personal assistance.
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairman Powell called for self-introductions.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Mitchell that the minutes of June 19, 2002, be amended adding that Ray Higgins offered comments that the name of the commission should be changed to the Mayor and Councilmembers Compensation Commission and as a form of compensation that the Mayor and Councilmembers be provided with professional staff. Motion carried unanimously.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Biber that the minutes of the meetings of June 19 and July 1, 2002, be approved as amended. Motion carried unanimously with Commissioner Yancu abstaining with respect to the minutes of June 19, 2002 Following discussion and without formal motion, the Commission requested the City Clerk to prepare action minutes of all Commission meetings and to include public comments made throughout the meeting.
IMPORTANT FACTS/REFERENCE GUIDE
Council Relations Administrator Teer presented materials identifying staff roles, Commission roster, and a fact sheet. No formal action was required or taken. 6-5 000387
FUTURE MEETING SCHEDULE
Vice-Chair Biber indicated that at the next meeting the Commission will discuss the salary information from other cities, solidify the questionnaire, and identify interview dates.
OTHER BUSINESS
The Commissioners were notified to contact Deen Teer if they would like business cards. The Commissioners unanimously declined to be issued name badges. Staff will provide Commissioner Yancu with the booklet on ethics distributed at the new Board and Commission Members' workshop.
ADJOURN
The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Clekk
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CITY COUNCIL MINUTES RESEARCH
The City Clerk presented City Council minutes for the month of May 2002 and the research request to determine which agenda items are required by State law, Federal law, City Charter or policy, or are ceremonial or informational. Staff informed the Commission that at least 80% require City Council approval and the remaining may be ceremonial or informational. No further research was requested on this matter.
SALARY AND COMPENSATION SURVEY
Human Resources Director Griffith presented an updated salary and other related matters.
several Commissioners teel it is appropriate for the Commission to forward recommendations to the City Council regarding salary as well as organizational changes. Staff advised that the charge of the Commission as outlined in the Charter precludes making recommendations on staffing or City Council responsibilities and is limited to recommendations with respect to salary.
The next Commission agenda will include structure of Mayor and City Councit interview questions.
MAYOR AND COUNCIMEMBER SALARY QUESTIONNAIRE
Human Resources Director Griffith presented the revised Mayor and Councilmember Salary Questionnaire and noted that the references to sick leave and vacation will be removed. The survey will be distributed on July 16, 2002, and the Mayor and Councilmembers will be asked to respond within ten days.
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER INTERVIEW DATES
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Biber that determination of specific interview dates for the Mayor and Councilmembers be continued for one week. Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Cleck
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, JULY 22, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Daniels, Yancu, Biber, and Chair Powell ABSENT: Commissioners Ashley, Fick, and Mitchell
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Corey Neeld, Gregory Priamos, Rhonda Strout, Deen Teer, Judy Griffith, Laurie Payne, and Duke Steppe
Chairman Powell called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ray Higgins asked that the Commissioners remember that compensation is for the job and not for the individual and that what is required and what is custom be examined. Not all Councilmembers work the same number of hours. Relative to the minutes of July 15, 2002, he also advised that "constituent services" is the term he used rather than "personal assistance".
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairman Powell called for self-Introductions.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Biber and seconded by Commissioner Daniels, that the minutes of the meeting of July 15, 2002, be approved as presented, but amending Mr. Higgins comments to replace "personal assistance" with "constituent services". Motion carried unanimously.
RESEARCH ASSIGMENTS
Council Relations Administrator Deen Teer announced that a listing of the research assignments requested by the Commission are included in the packet for information and will be presented to the Commission as the research is completed.
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER INTERVIEWS
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Yancu and seconded by Commissioner Daniels setting the following format for interviews with the Mayor and Councilmembers:
Five minute opening statement by the elected official
Three minutes of questions from each Commissioner
Three to four minutes for follow-up questions from the Commission Two minutes for final Councilmember/Mayor comments
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Three interviews will be scheduled per meeting. The Mayor will be scheduled with only one other Councilmember.
Motion carried unanimously.
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER INTERVIEW DATES
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Biber and seconded by Commissioner Yancu that three interviews will be conducted on August 5, the Mayor plus one Councilmember on August 12, and three Councilmembers on August 19, 2002. The Council Relations Administrator will schedule the interviews with the elected officials. The motion carried unanimously.
SALARY AND COMPENSATION SURVEY
Human Resources Director Griffith presented a survey of comparable cities showing salary, compensation, and other benefits. No formal action was required or taken.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Daniels and seconded by Commissioner Yancu to adjourn to August 5, 2002. The Commission will not meet on July 29, 2002.
Motion carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 5:10 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
costlical
COLLEEN J NICOL
City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 5, 2002, 5 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
PRESENT: Commissioners Biber, Daniels, Fick, Mitchell, Yancu, and Chairman Powell
ABSENT: Commissioner Ashley
STAFF PRESENT: Jim Smith, Deen Teer, Eileen Teichert, Rhonda Strout, Judy Griffith, Corey Neeld, and Jan Lowry
ALSO PRESENT: Ray Higgins
The meeting was called to order at 5:05 p.m. by Chairman Powell.
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairman Powell called for self-introductions.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ray Higgins spoke regarding the duties of the Councilmembers including the time required to prepare for the City Council meetings and inquired on the process for the Councilmember interviews.
ELECTED OFFICIALS' INTERVIEWS
Councilmembers Joy Defenbaugh and Ameal Moore were individually interviewed by the members of the Mayor and Councilmembers Salary Commission.
The meeting adjourned at 6:25 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Janis Rewry,
JANIS LOWRY
Deputy City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 12, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
7TH FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Biber, Yancu, Fick, Mitchell, Daniels, and Chairman Powell
ABSENT: Commissioner Ashley
ALSO PRESENT: Judith Griffth, Colleen Nicol, Deen Teer, Rhonda Strout, and Eileen Tiechert
Chairman Powell called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no comments presented at this time.
ELECTED OFFICIAL INTERVIEWS
Council Relations Administrator Teer reported that Councilmembers Schiavone and Adkison had declined to participate at this time. The Commission required Ms. Teer to again encourage their participation in the interviews.
The Commission interviewed Councilmember Hart and Mayor Loveridge.
The Commission adjourned at 5:50 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Cortical
COLLÉEN J. NICOL
City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, AUGUST 19, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
PRESENT: Commissioners Biber, Daniels, Fick, Mitchell, Yancu, and Charman Powell
ABSENT: Commissioner Ashley
STAFF PRESENT: Deen Teer, Eileen Teichert, Rhonda Strout, Corey Neeld, and Janis Lowry
ALSO PRESENT: Ray Higgins
The meeting was called to order at 4:35 p.m. by Chairman Powell.
INTRODUCTIONS
Charman Powell called for self-introductions.
:ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no oral communications presented atthis time.
ELECTED OFFICIALS' INTERVIEWS
Councilmembers Chuck Beaty and Laura Pearson were individually interviewed by the members of the Mayor and Councilmembers Salary Commission.
The meeting adjourned at 5:40 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
tanis ocary
Depaty City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
THURSDAY, AUGUST 22, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Fick, Biber, Daniels, Mitchell, and Powell ABSENT: Commissioners Ashley and Yancu
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Rhonda Strout, Deen Teer, and Gregory Priamos
Chairman Powell called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m.
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairman Powell called for self-introductions
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
There were no oral comments presented at this time.
ELECTED OFFICIAL INTERVIEW
The Commissioners conducted an interview with Councilmember Frank Schiavone.
CITY MANAGER INTERVIEW
The Commission requested staff to forward the following questions to the City Manager in preparation for the upcoming interview:
suggested changes to the structure of Riverside's local government re the Mayor and Councilmember positions part-time or full-time as currentl structured?
Should the positions be full-time or part-time?
If part-time, what needs to be done to restructure?
What is your experience in other cities with structure and length of City Council meetings?
Please comment on Councilmember Schiavone's proposal to reallocate the City Council budget to individual members to be utilized for staffing, travel, or other needs as appropriate to each.
Who has authority to define the Mayor and City Council positions as part-time or full-time?
The Commission set September 25, 2002, at 4:30 p.m. for a public hearing. 6-13
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The Commission adjourned at 5:55 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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COLLEÉN .. NICOL
City Clark
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000396
MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 9, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Ashley, anyan fick, Biber, Daniels, Michell, Powall, ABSENT: None
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Rhonda Strout, Deen Teer, Judith Griffith, Kathleen Gonzales, Corey Neeld, Ray Higgins, and Letitia Pepper
Chairperson Powell called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ray Higgins does not feel that the City Council is similar to a Board of Directors and compensation is not comparable.
CITY OFFICIALS' INTERVIEWS
The Commission interviewed Councilmember Ed Adkison and City Manager George Caravalho.
MEETING SCHEDULE
Following discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Yancu that the meeting of September 11, 2002, be cancelled.
Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
The meeting adjourned at 6:05 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
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OLLEEN J. NICO
ity Clerk
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SEVENTH FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Fick, Biber, Daniels, Mitchell, Powell, Ashley, and Yancu
ABSENT: None.
ALSO PRESENT: Kelly Palmer, Rhonda Strout, Deen Teer, Judith Griffith, Eileen Teichert, and Ray Higgins
Chairperson Powell called the meeting to order at 4:35 p.m.
INTRODUCTIONS
Chairperson Powell called for self-introductions.
MINUTES
Motion was made by Commissioner Mitchell and seconded by Commissione ick to approve the Minutes of July 22, August 5, 12, 19, and 22, 2002, a presented. Motion carried unanimously with Member Ashley abstaining.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Ray Higgins commented on the multiple Mayor and Council Members Salary Commission meetings held this year and suggested there be two cycles with the City Clerk to provide information to future Commission members to reduce the number of meetings.
SALARY/BENEFIT/CPI DATA
Human Resources Director Judith Griffith offered to answer any questions relative to salaries, benefits, and Consumer Price Index (CPI) data as presented in the written staff report. No formal action was required or taken.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS TO CITY COUNCIL
Following discussion relative to the salary and benefits of the City Council, motion was made by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Daniels, recommending there be no increase in the City Council salary because the position is part-time. Motion carried on the following voice vote:
Ayes: Commissioners Powell, Biber, Fick, Daniels, Mitchell, and Yancu Noes: Commissioner Ashley
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Following discussion relative to the salary and benefits of the Mayor, motion was made by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Daniels, tentatively recommending, pending further review and public input, a $90,000 base annual salary plus fringe benefits currently being paid with no unaccountable expense account or car allowance. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairperson Powell indicated the recommendations today are in part with the understanding there will be one additional meeting on September 26, 2002, following the September 25, 2002, public hearing to finalize the recommendations and write the report to the City Council.
ADJOURNMENT
No dour the meeting at at p.m. Moon caried unanimously missioner Biber Respectfully submitted,
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KELLY PALMER
Assistant City Clerk
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS SALARY COMMISSION
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 25, 2002, 4:30 P.M.
MAYOR'S CEREMONIAL ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Daniels, Fick, Yancu, Powell, and Mitchell ABSENT: Commissioners Ashley and Biber
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Eileen Teichert, Judith Griffith, and Deen Teer Chairman Powell called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
There were no oral comments presented at this time.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES
It was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Daniels to approve the minutes of the meetings of September 9 and 12, 2002, as presented. Motion carried unanimously.
PUBLIC HEARING
Chairman Powell read aloud the proposed recommendation to the City Council.
Ray Higgins noted that the City is in the process of redistricting wherein each Councilperson will have 38,000 constituents in their respective Wards. If the Councilmembers are not given a raise, they are essentially receiving a pay cut.
The workload is heavier than ever. He suggests they be given a cost of living increase and additional staffing assistance. Mr. Higgins does not support the proposed salary increase for the Mayor as the Mayor does not vote or create policy.
Commissioner Fick noted two telephone calls received in opposition to the proposed salary increase for the Mayor.
It was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by Commissioner Yancu to close the public hearing. Motion carried unanimously.
ADJOURNMENT
It was moved by Commissioner Mitchell and seconded by Commissioner Fick that the meeting be adjourned. Motion carried unanimously. : The meeting adjoumed at 4:50 p.m.
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Respectfully submitted,
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COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Clerk
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SEVENTH FLOOR CONFERENCE ROOM
MINUTES
PRESENT: Commissioners Fick, Daniels, Mitchell, Yancu, and Ashley ABSENT: Commissioner Biber and Chairman Powell
ALSO PRESENT: Colleen Nicol, Deen Teer, Eileen Teichert, and Judith Griffith The meeting was called to order at 4:43 p.m. by Commissioner Fick.
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE AUDIENCE
Mr. Ray Higgins spoke in opposition to a raise in the Mayor's salary.
Ms. Joanna Mercereau spoke in opposition to a raise in the Mayor's salary.
COMMISSION RECOMMENDATIONS TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Following discussion of salary and compensation for members of the City : Council, it was moved by Commissioner Mitchell and seconded by Commissioner Yancu recommending to the City Council that (1) Councilmembers receive no salary increase; and (2) current fringe benefits and car allowance be maintained.
Motion carried on the following voice vote:
AYES: Commissioners Mitchell, Fick, Yancu, and Daniels
NOES: Commissioner Ashley
Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Mitchell and working experiences. Motion carried unanimously.
Chairman Powell arrived during the following discussion and presided.
Following discussion relative to the salary and compensation for the Mayor, it was moved by Commissioner Mitchell and seconded by Commissioner Daniels that the City Council set the Mayor's salary at $84,000 per year plus a $500 per month car allowance. Motion carried unanimously.
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Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Fick and seconded by commissioner Yancu recommending to the City Council that the change in compensation for Mayor be effective at the first pay period following City Council action. Motion carried unanimously.
Following further discussion, it was moved by Commissioner Ashley and seconded by Commissioner Daniels authorizing Commissioners Fick an Mitchell and Chairman Powell to finalize the written report for City Counci consideration at their meeting of October 15, 2002, at 7 p.m. Motion carried unanimously.
Solanded by or discuser intes that the meng Be adored. Moton carried unanimously.
The meeting adjourned at 6:15 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
COLLEEN J. NICOL
City Clark
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Riverside
CITY OF RIVERSIDE
RIVERSIDE® Alt Amenca City
MADE INTEROFFICE MEMO
Peuple Serving
Peunle
TO: Mayor and Council Members Salary Commission DATE: March 10, 2000 FROM: Deen Teer it's
Council Relations Administrator
SUBJECT: Interview of Terri Thompson
Councilwoman Terri Thompson has served on the City Council since 1989. She is currently completing her third term and plans to run for a fourth. During the interview. she acknowledged some changes in workload during this period. There seems to be more mail and more issues to address at the various meetings. Since her injury, she is not able to participate out in her ward as much as she would like. She has continued her major responsibilities such as attending Ciry Council meetings, committee assignments. erc. She participates in other activities when she can.
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She feels that a Council member could do less but would not serve their ward as well by doing so. Constituents have come to expect more from the Council member now.
The saiary is adequate in her case because she has another source of income. The current salary is not enough to make a living wage. She would be uncomfortable with full-time status, however. She does not favor individual staff but would support additional general staff. -
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CITY OF RIVERSIDE HU. RESOURCES DEPA MENT.
MAYOR BENEFITS AND SALARY SURVEY MARCH 21, 2000
Population Total City ultities Administered Council Meeting Days/Times Expense Account Types of Monthly Car ESTIMATED:
Budget Annual Salary for Mayor Amount Expenses Allowance COMPENSA Refuse, Water,
rach 425,000 $511.9 mil. Wastewaler. Electric, Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. $92.914 NA $450 $98,314 NIA.
Gas
415,000 $588.5 mil Refuse, Water,
Wastewater Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. $99.360 $660/mo. Misc. $300 $110,88 $1.200 plus stipends for
ento 399,032 5512 mil. Refuse, Water, Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. or 7:00 p.m. attending boards and $1800/mo., and S60/day Wastewater commissions for a total of when traveling Exp.; ent.: lech. $450 857,154 $30,156
382,900 $621.1 mil N/A Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. $97,740 Paid for through Council NIA NIA $97,741 Budget
$2,400 plus $150/ Redev.
315,000 $296.3 mi. Water Ist and 3rd Mondays, 6:00 p.m. Agency (S10,800 ann. max.) and $50/day when traveling Travel, mileage, $500 $21,601 $50/ Housing Auth. ($2,400 ann. lodging
300,000 5631 mil Water, Electric Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m: Related to Job Option of car or $12,000 plus $50/meeling Reimbursed for expenses $475 $20,301 6-23 243,700 $225.4 mil Water. Wastewater
Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. $16,704 $100 Mayor Allowance NIA NIA 317.900 old 230,771 $224 mil. Refuse, Waler. Part of expense
Wastewater Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. $23,908 $200 biweekly Car and mileage $29,101 account
. 199,178 5391 mil. Refuse, Water,
Wastewater, Electric Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. $9,600 No NIA NIA $9,600 ton Beach 190,000 $200 mit. N/A Ist and 3rd Mondays, 7:00 p.m. $1,200 $1200/mo. NIA NIA $15,601 $15,600 plus $30/Redov. ($1440)
$237.7 mil Refuse, Water, ann max.): S50/Housing (S2400 s50hweek for expenses:
146,767 ist and 3rd Tuesdays, 6:30 p.m. $175/month for N/A $500 $31,101 Waslewater ann. max.): $80/LRA ($960 ann.
max.) communticalion
142,500 $379 mil. Rehe Walter Electic $18,000
Mondays, 6:30 p.m. NIA NIA N/A $18,001
141,000 3206.1 mil Refuse, Water, Mondays, 7:00 p.m. $14,440 Wastewater $1,200/mo. NIA No $28,801
$386.5 mll. $34,771
S42,T7:
Refuse, Water, Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. 4th
IDE 256,843 $416.1 mll. Tuesday of each month 6:00 $48,000 $875/mo.
Wastewater, Electric NIA $500 364,501
p.m.
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CITY OF RIVERSIDE HUB.
COUNCIL BENEFITS AN A SURE MA 000
Total City Budget Wilities Administered Council Meeting Expense Account Monthly Car ESTIMATED 1 City Population Annual Salary for Councif Types of Expenses COMPENSA Days/Times Amount Allowance
Reluse, Water,
each 425,000 $511.9 mil Waslewater, Electric. Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. $23,229 N/A NIA $450 $28,629 Gas
415.000 $588.5 mil Refuse, Water. Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m. Council Member - $33,120;Council Counci Member - $165: 538,228 Waslewaler President - $49,680 Council President - $220 $260 vento 399,032 5512 mil Refuse. Water, Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m. or $1,200 plus slipends for boards and $775/month, $60/day Exp., entertainment, $450 341,85€ Wastewaler 7:00 p.m. commissions for a total of $30, 156. when traveling lechnology 382,900 S621.1 ind. N/A Paid for through Counci N/A $66,001 Tuesdays, 7:30 p.m. $60,000 $500
Office Budget
2nd and 3rd Mondays, $1,500 plus $150/Redevel. Agency
ina 315,000 $296.3 mil Water ($7200 ann. max.) and $50/Housing s50/day when traveling Travel, mileage. $500 $17,101 6:00 p.m. Auth. ($2400 ann. max.) lodging
No S amount. Oplion of car or
E 300,000 3631 mil. Water, Electric Tuesdays, 5:00 p.m. $12.000 plus $25/meeting Reimbussed or related Related 319,001 $475
6-24 expenses
243,700 $225.4 mil Water, Wastewater Tuesdays, 5:30 p.m. $8,352 NA NIA NA 30.352 Fold 230,771 5224 mal. Refuse, Water. 5200 biweekly plus Part of expense Waslewater Wednesdays, 7:00 p.m. $1,200 Car and mileage 36,400 mileage acct.
199,178 $391 mil. Refuse, Water, Tuesdays, 6:00 p.m. $9,600 No NIA $399 $14,38:
Waslewater, Elecric
yton Beach 190.000 $200 mil. NIA 1st and 3rd Mondays, 52,100 7:00 p.m. $1000/month NA N/A $14,101
$12,240 plus $30/Redev. ($1440 330 week for expenses:
146,767 $237.7 mil Refuse, Water, 1st and 3rd Tuesdays. ann. max.); $50/Housing ($2400 $175/month for N/A $350 524,90 Wastewater 6:30 p.m. ann. max.); $80/LRA ($960 ann. communications. max.)
na 142,500 $379 mil Refuse, Water, Electric Mondays, 6:30 p.m. $12,000 $12,00 141,000 $206.1 mil. Refuse, Water,
Mondays, 7:00 p.m. $7,200 $600/month NIA No $14,40
Wastewater
IGE $386.5 mil. $17,469 $23,71
Tuesdays, 9:00 a.m.
SIDE 256,843 $416.1 mil. Refuse, Water, Ath Tuesday of each 319,920 No NA . $300 523,52 Wastewater, Electric month 6:00 p.m.
des 560/month for Redevelopment Agency meetings.
000406
MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER SALARY COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING
April 6, 2000
FACT SHEET
COMPARISON OF SALARY ADJUSTMENTS WITH CPI (IN PERCENTS) FISCAL CPr' INCREASES FOR INCREASES FOR
YEAR MANAGEMENT & MAYOR
CONFIDENTIAL AND CITY COUNCIL
EMPLOYEES
1994-95 23 4.5 0
1995-96 1.2 2.0 0
1996-97 1.7 5.5 0
1997-98 1.8 0
1998-99 2.3 3.0 0
1999-002 2.5 2.5 0
2000-01 3.0 0
2001-02 0 0
TOTAL 11.83 20.5° 0
1994-00
1. CPI information is for fiscal year ending June.
2. CPI information is for year ending December 1999.
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3. Compounded CPI equates to 12.4%.
4. Compounded increases equates to 22.3%.
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER SALARY COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING
April 6, 2000
FACT SHEET
MONTHLY COMPENSATION FOR
CITY COUNCILMEMBERS
CURRENT PROPOSED
SALARY $1,600 $1,957'
EXPENSES 0 3942
CAR ALLOWANCE 300 3503
REDEVELOPMENT 60 60
AGENCY
TOTAL $1,960 $2,7614
Salary increased by 22.3% which is equivalent to the compounded increases for City management and confidential employees during the period of 1994 through 2000.
Expense allowance added which represents 40% of the Mayor's expense allowance, since Councilmembers receive 40% of the Mayor's salary.
3. Car allowance increased by $50 per month to maintain same level as that of City Department Heads.
4. Represents a total compensation increase of 4.0.9%.
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MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER SALARY COMMISSION
PUBLIC HEARING
April 6, 2000
FACT SHEET
MONTHLY COMPENSATION FOR MAYOR
CURRENT PROPOSED
SALARY $4,000 $4,892'
EXPENSES 875 9847
CAR ALLOWANCE 500 5003
REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY
TOTAL $5,375 $6,376°
Salary increased by 22.3% which is equivalent to the compounded increases for City management and confidential employees during the period of 1994 through 2000.
2. Expense allowance increased by 12.4% which is the compounded CPI for 1994 through December, 1999.
3. Car allowance remains the same, as it is the same amount provided the City Manager.
4. Represents a total compensation increase of 18.6%.
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COMPARISON OF SALARY ADJUSTMENTS WITH CPI (IN PERCENTS)
FISCAL YEAR CPI' MANAGEMENT/CONFIDENTIAL
INCREASES
1994-95 2.3 4.5
1995-96 1.2 2.0
1996-97 1.7 5.5
1997-98 1.8
1998-99 2.3 3.0
1999-002 2.5 2.5
2000-01 3.0
2001-02 0
TOTAL 94-00 11.8 20.5
CPI information is for fiscal year ending June.
CPI information is for year ending December 1999.
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COMPARISON OF SALARY ADJ, ¿MENTS WITH CPI (IN PERCENTS) Fiscal CP/® General Mgmt/ Fire Assoc. Fire Mgmt. Police Police Util. Field Uti. Mgmt. Refuse! Year Confidental AsSoC. Mgmt
1971-72 3.1 3.5 3.5 3.5 3.5 5.0 5.0 3.5 5.0 3.5
1972-73 5.1 3.0-10.0 5.0 7.0: 7.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0 3.0-10.0 1973-74 10.7 5.0 5.0 9:5 9.5 7.5 7.5 5.5 5.0
1974-75 10.6 8.0 8.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 7.0 12.0 12.0 8.0
1975-76 6.8 8.0 3.0-5.0 12.0 3.0 12.0 3.0 8.0 3.0-5.04 8.0 1976-77 6.9 8.0 5.0-11.0 15.0 15.0 8.0 15.0-17.0 7.5 5.0 8.0 1977-78 7.7 8.0 4.0-9.5 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 4.0-7.04 B.0 1978-79 10.5 3.0 6.0-9.0 7.0 7.0 10.0 10.0 7.0 6.0-7.04 3.0 1979-80. 16.0 9.0 10.0 9.5 9.5 8.0 8.0-10.0 14.5 10.0 9.0 1980-81 9.4 11.0 11.0 9.0 9.0 8.0 8.0 11.0 11.0 11.0
1981-82 6.3 7.0(PERS) 2 7.0(PERS) 5.0 3 9.0(PERS) 5.0 3 9.0(PERS) 2 9.0(PERS) 25 3 9.0(PERS) 2 10.5 10.5 7.0(PERS) 2 1982-83 1.8 5.0 5.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 10.5 5.0(PERS) 5.0 3 5.0(PERS) 5.0 5.0 1983-84 3.9 7.5 7.5 8.0 8.0 8.0 8.0 2.0(PERS) 2.0(PERS) 7.5
9.03 9.03
1984-85 5.0 10.0 7.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 10.0 8.0 8.0 10.0
1985-86 3.0 6.0 6.0 4.0 4.0 5.0 5.0. 5.0 5.0 6.0
1986-87 4.0 5.0 5.0 6.0 10.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0
1987-88 4.8 5.0 5.0 7.0 4.5 4.5 5.0/6.04 5.0/6.04 5.0
1988-89 5.7 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 7.5 7.5 5.5/5.54 5.5/5.54 0.0 1989-90 51 4.5 45 4,75. 4.75 5.0 5.0 500.04 500204 45.
PERC until January, 1989.
2. O The City began paying the employees' portion of the PERS relirement contributions. This amount has been added in to the total salary adjustments, allhough an actuat salary increase The City began paying the employees' portion of the PERS retirement contributions. A salary increase also became effective during this time period. Both amounts have been added The amount on the left rellects salary increases for employees of the Water Division. The amount on the right reflects salary increases for employees of the Electric Division.
G/HRIGENERAL MEFITSiBenefits ChartsICPICOMP8.CHT.wpd March 084900
COMPARISON OF SALARY ADJUSTMENTS WITH CPI (IN PERCENTS) Fiscal Year CPr® General Mgmt/ Fire Fire Mgmt. • Police Police Util. Field Utll. Mgmt. Rotuso' Confidential Assoc. Аввос. Mgmt.
1990-91 4.4 5.0 5.0 5.0 5.0 0.0 (Retiree 5.0 5.0 5.015.04 0.0 Medical) &
1991-92 3.7 0.0 (Retiree 5.0 5.0 5.0 10.0 5.0 5.0/7.04 5.0/7.04 5.0 Medical) 5
1992-93 2.4 10.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 5.0
1993-94 1.1 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0
1994-95 2.3 2.0 4.5 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 7.0 2.0
1995-96 1.2 2.0 2.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 3.0 0.0 0.0 20
1996-97 1.7 3.0 5.5 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 3.0
1997.98 1.8 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0 0.0. 0.0 0.0
1998-99 2.3 3.0 3.0 6.0 6.0 0.0 0.0 5.0 5.0 0.0
1999-00 2.50 2.5 2.5 4.0 6.0 10.0 10.0 2.5 2.5
2000-01 3.0 3.0 3.0
2001-02 30
10700. 23.4 27.5 27.5 26.0 28.0 26.0 26.0 24.5/26.5 24.5/26.5 17.0 General Unit employees, represented by PERC, negotiated a Health Insurance Premium Supplement for retirees in lieu of a salary increase.
6.0 Police Unit employees, represented by ROA, negoliated a Health Insurance Premium Supplement for relirees in lieu of a salary increase.
CPl information is for year ending December 1999.
CPI information is for fiscal year ending June.
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Annual Budget
Department / Section: Mayor / Mayor
101 - 010000
Actual Budgeted Estimated Approved % Budget
Object GL Key Description 1997/98 1998/99 1998/99 1999/00 Change 411100 0100000 Salaries-Regular 174.286 174,715 175,000 184.009 5% 411110 0100000 Salaries-Temp & Part Time 29.427 36.357 33,000 38.425 5% 412000 0100000 Emp Pension & Benefits 72.128 74.997 77.124 66.870 (10)% Personnel Services Total 275,841 286,069 285,124 289,304 1% 421000 0100000 Professional Services 255 0
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422000 0100000 Utility Services 8.154 8,246 7,750
423000 0100000 Rentals & Transport 23
424000 0100000 Maint & Repairs 99 374 50
425000 0100000 Office Exp & Supplies 12.515 11,539 9,975 425200 0100000 Periodicals/Dues 673 803 799
426000 0100000 Materials & Supplies 6.038 4,000 3.950
427100 0100000 Travel & Meeting 7.558 6.655 6,600
%
427200 0100000 Training 508 500 499
428400 0100000 Insurance/All Other 2.475 2,860 2,860
Non-personnel Expenses Total 38,402 35,077 32,483
450006 0100000 Sister Cities 2,343 2,500 2,500 2.500 %
450121 0100000 Senior Citizens 347 -
450315 0100000 Kaiser Neighborhood Conference 831
450502 0100000 Mayor's Night Out 1,389 0
Special Projects Total 4,912 2,500 2,500 2,500 !!!
- 462308 0100000
Office Fum & Eq-Computer Acqu 7,600
Equipment Outlay Total 7,600
881100 0100000 General Fund Allocation Chgs 69,732 61,942 61,942 56,652 (8)% 881200 0100000 Central Svc Allocation Ongs 78.248 112.661 112,661 109,830 (2)% Charges From Others Total 147,980 174,603 174,603 166.482 (4)% 891100 0100000 General Fund Allocation Chrges (335,018) (360,911) (360,911) (359,681) 11% Charges to Others Total (335,018) (360,911) (360,911) (359,681) 17% Net Budget 132,118 137,338 133,799 142,114 3 %
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Annual Budget
Esparamant 1 Section: City Council i City Councis
101 - 020000
Aclual Budgatod Estimated Proposers % Budger
Object GL Kay Description 1997/98 1938/98 1988199 199900 Change Personnal Sarvices
411160 0200000 satanas. Regular 291 kn1 305.56% 305,566 4% 412210 0200000 Workers Compensation Ins 8.624 8624 8,085 412220 0200009 Mealth insurance 38,600 28943 19,560 10% 412222 C200000 Dental Irsurance 2,640 1,750 2,610 0%
412230 0200000 lite insurance 1,461 1.503 1.516 3%
412240 0200000 Unemployment Insurance 230 280 301 3%
412250 0200000 Disability Insurance 272 272 272 0%
412310 0200000 PEAS Retirement 51.613 51,613 32,083 (37) % 412320 0200000 Madleare OASD! 5,377 3,377 3.529 4%
412430 0200000 Deferrea Compensation 12,000 14.550 18,000 50% 4:2500 1200000 Automobile/ExJerse Allowance 25,200 26,200 25,200 0% 413250 0200000 Dbl Time Subj To Reniremant 776 776 798 2% Personnel Services Total 437,454 142,452 441,528 0%
Non-pErsonnel Expenses
AZTEAn 0200000 Prafess.onal Sorvices 11,900 1,900 11,800 0 % 422100 0200000 Telephone ° 3.000 3,482 6.000 0%
422120 02000n0 Telephone • Cellular 3,380 2,400 3,360 0% 124220 0200000 All Other Equin MainuRepair 600 602 GOO 0% 426200 0200000 Periodicals & Dues 300 300 300 0%
425400 0200000 General Office Expense 2.000 1.650 2,000 4255CO 0200000 Pessage 1,500 s8O 1,500 2%
425600 0200000 Central Printing Charges 7,000 7.000 4,000 (42) % 425700 0200000 Sofava a Purchase/Lioensing 1.000 1,000 - 425800 0200000 Camputer Equip Furt Undr $1000 0 2,030 2,000 - - 420000 0200000 Specia! Departmant Suanties 4,000 4,000 4,000 0% 427100 0200000 Travel & Meating Expense 15,338 15,338 1a. 3s0 428400 0200000 incurancal An Ourer 3.948 3,968 4,609 16% 428420 020000C insurance Chargas - Direct 1,013 1013 1,013 0% Non-cersannel Expenses Tolal 55,969 47,623 56,620 187%
Equipment Outlay
Chargee From Othere
881100 020000U General Fund Allocasion Enge 181.883 191.883 181.383 0% 881200 0200000 Central Suc Aliccation Chas 210.775 210.775 210.775 0% 8B21C1 0200000 Unleston Chysi Frun 101 re 18.180 16.180 17,814 8% Chargos From Obnara Total 108,818 408.898 490.272 0%
Changes to Others
891100 0200000 Goneral Fund Altacation Cigs (880,808) (R8n 108) (860,808) 0% Charges to Others Totas (808 038) (860,800) (960,808)
Not Budger 45,823 38.115 45,512 0%
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Position Quota
Department/Coct Conter Budgeted Proposed Proposed
fund Footnote(3) 1998/99 1999/00 1999/00
Job Code Job TiMe
City Counci!
101-102000
Full Time Persenrel 1.00 1.00 20,563
1998:0 Mayar Pro Tempore 116.124
6.00 6.00
199820 Council Member
7.00 7.00 136,687
Subtotal
Council Start Support 1.00 1.00 36,667
1570 Secrerary 200 69,865
Council Relations Assistenz 2.00
178975 1.00 1.00 62,345
179630 Council Relations Administrator
4.00 4.00 169,577
Subtotal
11.00 11.00 305.554
Total
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- CITY OF RIVERSIDE
RIVERSIDE:
CITY COUNCIL
STANDING COMMITTEES
POLICY COMMITTEE MEMBERS REGULAR MEETINGS
DEVELOPMENT Chair: BETRO 3rd Thursday
/ice Chair: MOORE 3 p.m. •
Member: ADAMS Tth Floor Conf. Rm.
COMMUNITY SERVICES & Chair: HART 2nd Monday
YOUTH Vice Chair: ADAMS 2:30 p.m.
Member: GAGE 7th Floor Conf. Rm.
FINANCE Chair: GAGE 2nd & 4th Mondays
Vice Chair. SCHIAVONE 3:30 p.m.
Member: BETRO 7th Floor Conf. Rm.
GOVERNMENTAL AFFAIRS Chair: SCHIAVONE 1st Thursday
Vice Chair: ADKISON 9:00 a.m.
Member: MOORE 7th Floor Conf. Rm.
UTILITY SERVICESI Chair: ADKISON 2nd & 4th Thursdays
LAND USE/ENERGY Vice Chair: GAGE 8:30 a.m.
DEVELOPMENT Member: SCHIAVONE City Council Bd. Rm.
MAYOR'S NOMINATING & Chair: LOVERIDGE 1s' Tuesdays
SCREENING COMMITTEE Member: MOORE 11 a.m.
Member: ADKISON Mayor's Office
Member: SCHIAVONE
PUBLIC SAFETY Chair: ADAMS 2nd Thursday
Vice Chair: HART 10 a.m.
Member: ADKISON 7th Floor Conf. Rm.
TRANSPORTATION Chair: MOORE 2nd Thursday
Vice Chair: BETRO 1 p.m.
Member: HART 7th Floor Conf. Rm.
Revised: 2/25/2004
G.ICLKCHARTS1StandingCom.doc
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COMMITTEE/ORGANIZATION ASSIGNMENTS
MARCH 23, 2004
Amended 4-13-04 (tentative)
NAME OF COMMITTEE NAME STATUS
Agua Mansa Industrial Growth Association, Executive Committee Mayor Loveridge Alternate Dom Betro Member
City/County Animal Shelter Advisory Committee Nancy Hart Member Downtown Parking Committee Dom Betro Member
Economic Development Corporation Mayor Loveridge Member Dom Betro Member
(Mayor, Chair and Vice-Chair of Development; Chair of Finance) Ameal Moore Member Art Gage Member
March Air Base Joint Powers Commission Ed Adkison Member Frank Schiavone Member
Mayor Loveridge Alternate
Regional Advisory Committee for Sewage Treatment Plant Steve Adams Member Art Gage Member
- Riverside County Community Action Commission Ameal Moore Member Riverside County Habitat Conservation Agency Dom Betro Member Ed Adkison Alternate
Riverside County Multi-Species Habitat Committee Dom Betro Member Riverside County Transportation Commission Ameal Moore Member Steve Adams Alternate
Riverside Housing Development Corporation Steve Adams Liaison Riverside Neighborhood Partnership Nancy Hart Member
Riverside Transit Agency Ameal Moore Member
Steve Adams Altemate
Riverside's Model Deaf Community Committee Mayor Loveridge Member Southern California Association of Governments Regional Council Mayor Loveridge Member Western Riverside Council of Governments Mayor Loveridge Member Dom Betro Alternate
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000417
CITY OF
RIVERSIDE
CHARTER
PAST•FUTURK
CHARTER REVIEW COMMITTEE'
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal.
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
Preamble ISSUE 1: Revise Preamble to reflect diversity of Riverside NS None Residents.
Positions:
• No change to current Preamble language.
• Residentsamble to refect diversity of Riverside
8-1 Recommendation:
'All recommendations reflect an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds (11 of 17) of the members of the Charter Review Committee. Revised 4/08/04 - 1- 000418
Article Section Title Issues Şubstantive/
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
100-104 Incorporation and • No proposed changes. N/A Article Succession
8-2
000419
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
200 Generally ISSUE 1: Add Sunshine Provision Charter. NS Positions:
• No change to Charter. None
• Add Sunshine Provision to Charter creating new Section None Recommendation:
• Add Sunshine Provision to the Charter creating new
Section 201. (See Attachment A)
Vote: Unanimous.
8-3
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| Section Title ) Issues Substantive/ Fi. )
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
300 Form of Government ISSUE 1: Council-Manager form of Government.
Positions:
• No change to current Council-Manager form of None
government.
• Strong Mayor form of government.
Recommendation:
• No change to current Council-Manager form of
Government.
Vote: 12 affirmative
8-4 1 abstention
0 negative
. 000421
; Atricle Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
IV 400 Enumerated; number, ISSUE 1: Nomination and elections by ward. term and manner of Positions:
election; wards. None
: Nophan eato the caremt syde of lections by arcted Minor" at large.
Recommendation:
• No change to current system of elections by Ward.
Vote: 12 affirmative
1 abstention
O negative
ISSUE 2: Instant run-off voting. None
Positions:
• No change to the current voting system (general Major'' municipal election with run-off election if necessary.
Adopt instant run-off system (no separate run-ois Major 8-5 election).
Highest vote getter is elected (no separate run-off
election).
Recommendation:
ISSUE 3: Shorten period between general election
and run-off election from ten weeks to six
weeks.
Positions:
No change to general election and run-off election None schedules.
• Shorten time between such elections to six weeks. None Recommendation:
"Minor reflects fiscal impact of less than $50,000
•'Major denotes fiscal impact exceeding 550,000.
000422
Section Title Issues Substantive/ FIs.
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
IV 400 Enumerated; number, ISSUE 4: Election of Mayor in even numbered years. term and manner of
election; wards Positions:
• No change to current system of election in odd None
numbered years, concurrent with Wards, 2, 4 and 6
elections.
• Coordinate election of Mayor with Presidential election. Major Recommendation:
ISSUE 5: Definition of position as Councilmember as full- S time or part-time.
8-6 Positions:
• No change to Charter as it is silent on this issue. None Define Councilmember position as full or part-time. None.
Recommendation:
• No change to Charter.
Vote: Unanimous
•.
• 000423
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
IV 402 Wards Established ISSUE 1: Increase number of wards.
Positions:
• No change to current seven ward system. None
• Increase number of wards. Major
Recommendation:
• No change to current seven ward system.
Vote: Unanimous
8-7 ISSUE 2: Change "Ward" to "District". NS
Positions:
• No change to current name. None
• Change "Ward" to "District". None
Recommendation: •
• No change to current name.
Yote: 11 affirmative
2 по
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Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fis !
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
403 Compensation ISSUE 1: Method for determining compensation for Council Members and Mayor.
Positions:
• No change to current system of determining None
compensation.
• All future changes in compensation automatically linked Major to an external factor.
Recommendation:
8-8
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Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
405 Duties of Mayor; ISSUE 1: Voting power of Mayor.
mayor pro tempore;
council tie - mayor's Positions:
vote.
No change to current system which gives Mayor a tie- None breaking vote and power to veto any formal action of
Mayor would be eighth voting member and the veto None
power would be eliminater.
Recommendation:
ISSUE 2: Stayor's comintivesuthority for Councit
8-9
Positions:
None
• No shange to mitesystem of council self appointment
• Mayor appoints members of standing committees. None
Recommendation:
• No change to current system of council self-appointment to standing committees.
Vote: Unanimous
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Section Title / Issues Substantive/ Fis )
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
413 Adoption of ISSUE 1: Mayor's veto power.
ordinances and
resolutions Positions:
• See section 405.
Recommendation:
8-10
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Aricle Section Title Issues Substantivel Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
500 Elections ISSUE I: Schedule of elections.
Positions:
• See Section 400.
Recommendation:
ISSUE 2: Campaign contribution limits.
Positions:
• No chage to campaign contribution limits- compliance None • Campaign contribution limits more restrictive than None state law.
8-11
Recommendation:
.11.
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Aricte Section Title F. l
Issues Substantive/
• Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
600-603 City Manager • No proposed changes. N/A N/A
8-12
12-
000429
Atricie Section Title Issues Substantive/
Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
VII 703 Powers and duties of
• reference to Cou samen Co or the Charter to reflect
City Clerk.
Positions:
• No change to Charter. None
• Add the following language to Section 703 creating new None subsection (g): "Facilitate and help members of the
public exam and copy all appropriate public records, in accordance with the Government Code of the State of
California."
Recommendation:
Amend Section 703 of the Charter as follows:
8-13
"(g) Facilitate and help members of the public exam
and copy all appropriate public records, in accordance
with the Government Code of the State of California."
Vote: Unanimous
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08T000
Pricie Section Title F. 1
Issues Substantive/
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
VIII 802 Board and ISSUE 1: Appointment of members of Boards Commissions and Commissions.
Positions:
• No change to current system of Mayor and City Council None jointly appointing.
• Members appointed by Mayor. None
Recommendation:
ISSUE 2: Ward representation on each Board and
Commission.
8-14 Positions:
• No change to current system of appointment None
(representation by ward Not assured).
Each Councilmember Nominates a member from None
his/her Ward.
Recommendation:
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LETOO
Article Section Title
Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
VIlI 806 Planning Commission ISSUE 1: Advisory role of Planning Commission.
Positions: • -
• No change to current advisory role of Planning None
Commission.
• Delegate certain final policy-making authority to
Planning Commission with right to appeal decision to
City Council.
Recommendation:
8-15
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Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
VIII 809 Park and Recreation ISSUE 1: Advisory Role of Park and Recreation Commission Commission.
Positions:
• No change to current advisory role of Park and None
Recreation Commission.
• Delegate certain final decision making authority to Park and Recreation Commission with right to appeal
8-16 decision to City Council.
Recommendation:
-16.
000433-
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
VIII 810 Mayor and Council ISSUE 1: Role of Mayor and City Council Salary Members salary Commission.
Commission
Positions:
• No change to current role of Commission. None
• Eliminate Commission (see Section 403) Minor
8-17
Recommendation:
-17.
000434
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
IX 900 Personnel Merit • No proposed changes. N/A. N/A
System
8-18
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Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
1000 Retirement No proposed changes. N/A N/A
8-19
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000436
Article Section Title Issues Substantivel Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
1104 Appropriations: ISSUE 1: Authorize design-build projects. N/A N/A transfer of funds
Positions:
• Nostrange to current system of avarding Public Works None • Authorize design-build contracts. Major
Recommendation:
8-20
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Article Section Tide Issucs Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
•.
Changes
XI 1108 General Obligation ISSUE 1: Authorize mail-ballot elections. N/A Bonded Debt Limit;
vote required for Positions:
issuing general
obligation bonds; • No change to current clection system. None issuance of revenue
bonds, notes and other Grant City Council authority to adopt an ordinance Major evidence of authorizing mail-ballot clections.
indebtedness
Recommendation:
8-21
ISSUE 2: Add alternative provision to sell bonds through negotiated private sale.
PosSiNiocha
No change to current procedures. None
• Grant City Council through ordinance or resolution Major authority to determine hether general bonds, notes or
other indebtedness shall be sold at public sale by notice or by negotiated private sale.
Recommendation:
-21-
-.
000438
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
XI 1109 Public Works ISSUE 1: Local preference for Public Works construction Contracts contracts.
Positions:
• No change to current system of awarding the contract to None the lowest responsible bidder.
• Grant preference to local contractors. Major
Recommendation:
8-22
ISSUE 2: Public Works contracts-flexibility for alternative NS method of posting security/bonds.
Positions:
• No change to current system of posting security/bonds None for Public Works contracts.
Authorize alternative methods for posting Minor
security/bonds.
Recommendation:
-22.
000439
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
XI 1110 Cash Management ISSUE I: Typographical error. NS Positions:
• No change to the current section. None
• Change "Transfer" to "Transfers"in the second None
sentence.
Recommendation:
8-23
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000440
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Article Section Tille Issucs Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
XI 1111 /Capital Project Fund ISSUE 1: Typographical errors. NS Positions:
No changes to carrent section.
Under subparagraph (a) the capital letters thereln, "B' and "C" should be changed to (b) and (c)
Recommendation:
8-24
:
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000441
Article Section Title Issues Substantivel Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
XI 1113 Independent Audit ISSUE I: Typographical error. NS Positions:
• No changes to the current section. /None
• "a the repod sentence change "audit and report to None Recommendation:
8-25
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Article Section Tille Issues Substantivel Flseal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
1202 Sate overs and ISSUE 1: Authority of the Board of Public Uttities to award contracts without City Council
approval.
Positions:
• No change to the current procedure of seeking City None Council approval for all contracts over $25,000.
Minor
Recommendation:
ISSUE 2: Required approvals for customer-requested s
work.
Positions:
None
Under subsection (b), customer-requested work Minor
provided under the rales adopted by the Board and
•
to ratiato of te Board after be increments, sbieet
Recommendation:
:
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-
Article Section Title Issues Substantive/ Fiscal
Non- Impact
Substantive
Changes
1202 Same-Powers and ISSUE 3: Authority of the Public Ultitles Director to enter S Duties into long-term contracts to provide water and
power.
Posio hange to carent procedure of seeking Board and None Council approval of all fong-term contracts to provide
Provide Ulties Director, with full authority to enter Minor into long-term contracts to provide water and power in
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Recommendation:
03-1193
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Proposed Text Sunshine Provision
This section as a statement of principles of transparency should be toward the beginning of the charter Its place might be a new section CH201.
CH201. City agencies, boards, commissions, committees, officials and staffs exist to conduct the people's business. It is fundamental that the people have full access to information, not to just what decisions have been made in their name but how those decisions were reached and how they were deliberated. The people insist on remaining informed so that they may retain control over the instruments they have created. The people do not give their agencies or public servants the right to decide what is good for the people to know and what is not good for them to know.
Our values lie in a goverment that helps its citizens in a timely way to obtain information. Our values lie in a broadening base of public participation, involvement and interest, providing new ideas and energy.
Our values lie not in hiding embarrassment and unpleasant occurrences. Our values lie not in preventing dissent.
Special circumstances dictate that there must be exceptions to access. But those exceptions should be narrowly drawn and narrowly exercised. Public employees must be protected from unwarranted invasions of privacy while the public's right to fundamental information must be protected. Citizen right to privacy must be protected with the knowledge that involvement in government matters necessarily reduces an expectation of privacy.
In general, the value of access should be given a strong presumption of public benefit.
Rev 3/1404
Comment: The first paragraph establishes the principle of open government, stating its Records Ast a the Brown ActS, the language of the preambles to the Califomia Public The second paragraph states the values of public access The third paragraph states the rejection of the underlying motives of historical abuses of public access.
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Attachment A-1
000445
The fourth paragraph takes notice that the right to access is not absolute and that there are. legitimate privacy interests at stake.
The fifth paragraph establishes a general statement of balance when other public policy issues come into conflict with openness.
:
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Attachment A-2
000446