Tuesday, September 24, 2024
4:00 PM
City of Salinas
200 Lincoln Ave., Salinas, CA 93901
www.cityofsalinas.org
SALINAS ROTUNDA
City Council
Mayor Kimbley Craig
Councilmembers:
Carla Viviana González, District 1 - Tony Barrera, District 2 Jesus Valenzuela, District 3 - Orlando Osornio, District 4 Andrew Sandoval, District 5 - Anthony Rocha, District 6 Rene Mendez, City Manager
Christopher A. Callihan, City Attorney
City Clerk’s Office: (831) 758-7381
Meeting Agenda - Final
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
ZOOM WEBINAR PARTICIPATION
JOIN THE ZOOM WEBINAR TO PARTICIPATE LIVE AT:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81739162562
To participate telephonically, call any number below:
+1 669 900 9128 US (San Jose) +1 669 444 9171 US +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 719 359 4580 US +1 253 205 0468 US +1 689 278 1000 US +1 301 715 8592 US (Washington DC) +1 305 224 1968 US +1 309 205 3325 US +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 360 209 5623 US +1 386 347 5053 US +1 507 473 4847 US +1 564 217 2000 US +1 646 558 8656 US (New York) +1 646 931 3860 US Webinar ID: 817 3916 2562
If prompted to enter a participant ID, press #.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
PROCLAMATIONS
National Stormwater Awareness Week, September 23-27, 2024
COMMENDATIONS
Mitchell Huerta, Former Measure E Committee Member
PUBLIC COMMENT PROCEDURES
If you wish to make a general public comment or comment on a specific agenda item, you are encouraged to attend the City Council meeting in person. Public comment may also be submitted via email at [email protected] and will be entered into the record.
PUBLIC COMMENT TIME RESTRICTIONS
Public comments generally are limited to two minutes per speaker; the Mayor may further limit the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule.
GENERAL PUBLIC COMMENTS
Receive public communications on items that are not on the agenda and that are in the City of Salinas’ subject matter jurisdiction. Comments on Consent, Consideration, and Closed session items should be held until the items are reached. The public may request that the legislative body consider adding an item for consideration on a future agenda. The public may comment on scheduled agenda items, including closed session
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
items, as they are considered.
CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE §84308 - LEVINE ACT
Government Code § 84308. Parties to any proceeding involving a license, permit or other entitlement for use pending before the City Council must disclosure any campaign contributions over $250 (aggregated) within the preceding 12 months made by the party, their agent, and those required to be aggregated with their contributions under Government Code § 82015.5. The disclosure must include the amount contributed and the name(s) of the contributor(s).
PUBLIC HEARINGS
ID#24-521 Salinas United Business Association (SUBA) FY 2024-2025 Annual Assessment
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution to levy and collect the annual assessment in the Salinas United Business Association ("SUBA") Business Improvement Area ("BIA") for Fiscal Year (FY) 2024-2025.
ID#24-509 Sanitary Sewer Development Impact Fee Update Amendment Recommendation: Approve a Resolution amending the Sanitary Sewer Development Impact Fee previously approved through Resolution No. 22942.
CONSIDERATION
ID#24-539 2024 Salinas Active Transportation Plan
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution adopting the 2024 Salinas Active Transportation Plan as a strategic planning document.
ID#24-550 American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Projects Update Recommendation: Approve a resolution delegating authority to the City Manager to authorize reallocations of ARPA funding between various projects in order to meet the December 31, 2024 deadline.
CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under Consent Agenda may be enacted by one motion unless a member of the Council or the public requests discussion or a separate vote.
ID#24-559 Minutes
Recommendation: Approve minutes of September 10, 2024.
ID#24-552 Financial Claims
Recommendation: Approve financial claims report.
ID#24-485 Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project, Phase II, CIP No. 9720 Contract Change Order No. 3
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Contract Change Order No. 3 to JJR Construction for the Citywide Sidewalk Repair Project Phase II, CIP No. 9720 in the amount of $372,246.60; and approving a 10% construction contingency not identified in Resolution 22889 and an additional 12% construction contingency for a total construction contingency of 22% in the amount of $459,571.97 for a revised not to exceed contract amount of $2,548,535.48 to JJR Construction Inc.
ID#24-500 Amendment No. 4 to Agreement with Smith & Enright for the removal of unlawful campsites
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Agreement for Services with Smith & Enright Landscaping, Inc. for the removal of unlawful campsites to increase the compensation by $300,000 at an annual cost of $100,000 for a revised not to exceed amount of $1,050,000 and extend the term to November 30, 2027.
ID#24-528 California Library Literacy Services Adult and Family Literacy Grant Award Recommendation: Approve a Resolution accepting the California Library Literacy Services (CLLS) block grant award in support of Adult Literacy and Family Literacy, for a total award of $216,431 and the establishment of the grant appropriation for the grant award amount and corresponding revenue budget to support grant activities; and authorizing the City Manager to execute all grant acceptance documents with the California State Library.
ID#24-534 Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Grants and Agreement with Ecology Action Recommendation: Approve Resolutions authorizing: (1) the acceptance of the 2025 California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) grant in the amount of $98,000, execution of all grant-related documents, and grant appropriation of up to $98,000 and corresponding revenue and budget; (2) the acceptance of the 2025 California OTS Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Program (PBSP) grant in the amount of $170,831, execution of all grant-related documnets, and grant appropriation of up to $170,831 and corresponding revenue and budget; and (3) the execution of an Agreement with Ecology Action for $170,831 to provide services funded by the 2025 California OTS-PBSP grant.
ID#24-535 Direct Purchase of Vigilant Fixed License Plate Reader (LPR) Camera Systems
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the Purchasing Agent and City Manager to purchase L5F Fixed License Plate Reader (LPR) camera systems from Vigilant Solutions, LLC for a total cost not to exceed $897,543.70.
ID#24-536 Approval to Seek Funding for the Purchase of a Tactical Armored Vehicle Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the Police Department to seek funding to support the purchase of a tactical armored vehicle.
ID#24-544 Agreement with Yosso Group Inc. for the Replacement of the Playground Structure at Northgate Neighborhood Park
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Yosso Group Inc. for the replacement of the playground structure at Northgate Neighborhood Park in an amount not to exceed $974,090.54.
ID#24-548 Agreement with Ross Recreation Equipment Company Inc. for the Replacement of the Playground Structure at Williams Ranch Neighborhood Park
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute an agreement with Ross Recreation Equipment Company Inc. for the replacement of the playground structure at Williams Ranch Neighborhood Park in an amount not to exceed $290,225.89.
ID#24-549 Agreement with Miracle Playsystems Inc. for the Purchase and Installation of Exercise Equipment at Cesar Chavez Park and Swing Set at Santa Rita Neighborhood Park
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Agreement with Miracle Playsystems Inc. for the purchase and installation of exercise equipment at Cesar Chavez Community Park and swing set at Santa Rita Neighborhood Park in an amount not to exceed $64,120.
ID#24-551 Proposed Land Acquisition for Boronda Road Improvement Project Recommendation: Approve a Resolution authorizing the Mayor to enter into an Agreement for Dedication of Boronda Road Right-of-Way.
ID#24-557 City Manager Recommendation for Additional FY 24-25 Community Sponsorship Funding
Recommendation: Approve the City Manager's recommendations for additional sponsorship allocations to the Science Workshop in the amount of $12,000, the Veterans' Parade in the amount of $8,000, and the California International Airshow Salinas in the amount of $30,000.
ID#24-558 Modification to Classification - Salary Schedule and Workforce Allocation Adjustment
Recommendation: Approve a Resolution modifying the Classification - Salary Schedule to 1) add the classification of Assistant City Manager to the Department Director unit; 2) approve one over hire Office Technician in Community Development; and 3) add two grant-funded Investigative Specialists to the Police Department workforce. 6:00 P.M. CLOSED SESSION
Receive public communications from the audience on Closed session items.
The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to:
ID#24-542 a. Real Property Negotiations - California Government Code section 54956.8, conference with real property negotiators City Manager Rene Mendez, Assistant City Manager Jim Pia, City Attorney Christopher A. Callihan, and Community Development Director Lisa Brinton, to discuss the terms and sale of real properties located at 210 Salinas Street (APN 002244098000, Parking Lot 8); 122 Lincoln Avenue (APN 002245008000, Parking Lot 12), 128 Lincoln Avenue (APN 002245007000, Parking Lot 12), 118 Lincoln Avenue (APN 002245005000, Parking Lot 12), 120 Lincoln Avenue (APN 0022458006000, Parking Lot 12), 112 Lincoln Avenue (APN 002245004000, Parking Lot 12). b. Real Property Negotiations - California Government Code section 54956.8, conference with real property negotiators City Manager Rene Mendez, Assistant City Manager Jim Pia, City Attorney Christopher A. Callihan, and Community Development Director Lisa Brinton, to discuss the terms and sale of real properties located 1030 Fairview Salinas, CA 93905 (APN: 003-474-002)
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
Salinas, California 93901.
c. Public Employee Performance Evaluation - California Government Code section 54957(b), City Attorney.
THE CITY COUNCIL WILL RECONVENE IN THE ROTUNDA AT 7:00 P.M. 7:00 P.M. CONSIDERATION
ID#24-540 Rent Stabilization and Tenant Protection; Adoption of Ordinances Recommendation: Consider adopting a Rent Stabilization Ordinance, a Tenant Protection and Just Cause Eviction Ordinance, and a Tenant Anti-Harassment Ordinance.
COUNCILMEMBERS’ REPORTS, APPOINTMENTS AND FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Receive communication from Councilmembers on reports, appointments and future agenda items. Councilmember comments are generally limited to three minutes.
ADJOURNMENT
_____________________________
Patricia M. Barajas, City Clerk
AGENDA MATERIAL / ADDENDUM
Any addendums will be posted within 72 hours of regular meetings or 24 hours of special meetings and in accordance with Californian Government Code Section 54954.2 and 54956. City Council agenda reports and other writings distributed to the legislative body may be viewed at the Salinas City Clerk’s Office, 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, and are posted on the City’s website at www.cityofsalinas.org in accordance with California Government Code section 54597.5. The City Council may take action that is different than the proposed action reflected on the agenda.
Disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, may be requested by any person with a disability who requires a modification or accommodation in order to participate in the meeting. Language interpretation may be requested as soon as possible but by no later than 5 p.m. of the last business day prior to the meeting. Requests should be referred to the City Clerk’s Office At 200 Lincoln Avenue, Salinas, 758-7381, as soon as possible but by no later than 5 p.m. of the last business day prior to the meeting. Hearing impaired or TTY/TDD text telephone users may contact the city by dialing 711 for the California Relay Service (CRS) or by telephoning any other service providers’ CRS telephone number.
PUBLIC NOTIFICATION
This agenda was posted on September 19, 2024 in the Salinas Rotunda and City's website.
Meetings are streamed live at https://salinas.legistar.com/Calendar.aspx, televised live on Comcast Channel 25 and on http://www.youtube.com/thesalinaschannel at 4:00 p.m. on the date of the regularly scheduled meeting and will be broadcast throughout the day on Friday, Saturday, Monday and Wednesday following the meeting. For the most up-to-date Broadcast Schedule for The Salinas Channel on Comcast 25, please visit or
September 24, 2024City Council Meeting Agenda - Final
subscribe to our Google Calendar located at http://tinyurl.com/SalinasChannel25. All past City Council meetings may also be viewed on the Salinas Channel on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/thesalinaschannel.