CITY OF SAN CARLOS
City Council/Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
March 13, 2023 7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall
600 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
www.cityofsancarlos.org
AGENDA
This meeting will be conducted both inperson at City Hall and virtually via Zoom. Members of the public will have the option to observe the meeting and address the City Council as outlined below.
InPerson Participation:
Location. City Hall – 600 Elm Street, Council Chambers.
Masks are no longer required, but are still highly recommended in accordance with California Dept of Health Guidelines. To maintain public health and safety, please do not attend in person if you are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID19.
Provide Public Comment. To address the City Council on any item on the posted agenda, fill out a Request to Speak Form located in the back of the Council Chambers and submit it to the City Clerk; or, you may raise your hand when the Mayor calls for public comments.
Remote Participation :
Observe via:
Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256140939; or call 16699009128 and enter the Meeting ID #: 882 5614 0939
Meeting Webportal . www.cityofsancarlos.org/agenda Local TV. Comcast Channel 27 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99 Provide Public Comment. If you plan to make a public comment on any item on the posted agenda, please observe the meeting via Zoom (see above access information), and during the public comment period for the agenda item you wish to address, use the “raise hand” feature. If joining Zoom by phone, press *9 to “raise hand”.
Councilmembers may participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449.
MAYOR: Adam Rak
COUNCIL: Ronald Collins, John Dugan, Sara McDowell, Pranita Venkatesh
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ASSEMBLY BILL 2449 TELECONFERENCE REQUESTS
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Present a Proclamation Recognizing March 2023 as Women’s History Month. b. Present a Proclamation to Joshua Lipman for Receiving the Synopsys Science and Technology Championship Award.
6. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Communications and Announcements are brief items from members of the City Council regarding upcoming events in the community and correspondence that they have received. They are informational in nature and no action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Persons wishing to address the City Council on matters NOT on the posted agenda may do so.
Each speaker is limited to two minutes. If there are more than five individuals wishing to speak during public comment, the Mayor may choose to allow the first five speakers to speak during this time, and the balance of the Public Comment speakers will be called upon at the end of the Council Meeting.
If the item you are speaking on is not listed on the agenda, please be advised that the City Council may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed as allowed under the Brown Act (Government Code Section 54954.2). The City Council's general policy is to refer items to staff for attention, or have a matter placed on a future City Council agenda for a more comprehensive action or report and formal public discussion and input at that time.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances.
b. Approve the January 27, 2023 City Council Special Meeting Minutes. c. Authorize Reappointment of Anthony Kamm to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
d. Authorize Reappointment of Rajesh Krishnan to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
e. Authorize Reappointment of Hae Young Datwani to the Residential Design Review Committee for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
f. Appoint Parks, Recreation and Culture (PR&C) Commission's Alternate Member Robert Bollier as a PR&C Voting Member for a Full Term Beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026.
g. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a ThreeYear Professional Services Agreement with Badawi & Associates, Certified Public Accountants, for Professional Audit Services for the Three Fiscal Years Beginning with the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, in an Amount Not to Exceed $92,000 for the First Year, $94,700 for the Second Year, and $97,600 for the Third Year, with the Option to Extend for Two Fiscal Years.
h. Deny Claim of Muhammad Hayatullah.
i. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for the Purchase of a Sign Truck in the Amount of $196,087.66. j. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mission Valley Ford and Authorizing an Appropriation from the Wastewater Fund 0006 (Sewer Fund) Unassigned Fund Balance for the Purchase of a Dump Truck in the Amount of $122,028.44.
k. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Updates to the Delegation of Authority to Request Disbursements from the California Employer's Retiree Benefits Trust (CERBT).
l. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a TwoYear Professional Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Cameras/Licenses in the Amount of $130,350 and Authorizing the Approval of the Use of Prior Year Savings from the Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office in the Amount of $130,350 for this Service.
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Adopting the City of San Carlos 2023 Strategic Plan.
b. Consider the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Elected Versus Appointed City Treasurer Position and Provide Direction to Staff as to Whether to Submit the Matter to the San Carlos Electorate as Part of the November 2024 Consolidated Municipal Election.
10. AGENDA SETTING
Items discussed in this Agenda Setting Section will be considered by the Council for placing on a future agenda. No action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection upon request.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI, and as outlined in the City’s Reasonable Accommodations Policy, if you need special assistance or translation services to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (650) 8024222 or via email at [email protected]. Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
1 CITY OF SAN CARLOS
City Council/Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
March 13, 2023 7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall
600 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
www.cityofsancarlos.org
AGENDA
This meeting will be conducted both inperson at City Hall and virtually via Zoom. Members of the public will have the option to observe the meeting and address the City Council as outlined below.
InPerson Participation:
Location. City Hall – 600 Elm Street, Council Chambers.
Masks are no longer required, but are still highly recommended in accordance with California Dept of Health Guidelines. To maintain public health and safety, please do not attend in person if you are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID19.
Provide Public Comment. To address the City Council on any item on the posted agenda, fill out a Request to Speak Form located in the back of the Council Chambers and submit it to the City Clerk; or, you may raise your hand when the Mayor calls for public comments.
Remote Participation :
Observe via:
Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256140939; or call 16699009128 and enter the Meeting ID #: 882 5614 0939
Meeting Webportal . www.cityofsancarlos.org/agenda Local TV. Comcast Channel 27 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99 Provide Public Comment. If you plan to make a public comment on any item on the posted agenda, please observe the meeting via Zoom (see above access information), and during the public comment period for the agenda item you wish to address, use the “raise hand” feature. If joining Zoom by phone, press *9 to “raise hand”.
Councilmembers may participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449.
MAYOR: Adam Rak
COUNCIL: Ronald Collins, John Dugan, Sara McDowell, Pranita Venkatesh
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ASSEMBLY BILL 2449 TELECONFERENCE REQUESTS
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Present a Proclamation Recognizing March 2023 as Women’s History Month. b. Present a Proclamation to Joshua Lipman for Receiving the Synopsys Science and Technology Championship Award.
6. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Communications and Announcements are brief items from members of the City Council regarding upcoming events in the community and correspondence that they have received. They are informational in nature and no action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Persons wishing to address the City Council on matters NOT on the posted agenda may do so.
Each speaker is limited to two minutes. If there are more than five individuals wishing to speak during public comment, the Mayor may choose to allow the first five speakers to speak during this time, and the balance of the Public Comment speakers will be called upon at the end of the Council Meeting.
If the item you are speaking on is not listed on the agenda, please be advised that the City Council may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed as allowed under the Brown Act (Government Code Section 54954.2). The City Council's general policy is to refer items to staff for attention, or have a matter placed on a future City Council agenda for a more comprehensive action or report and formal public discussion and input at that time.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances.
b. Approve the January 27, 2023 City Council Special Meeting Minutes. c. Authorize Reappointment of Anthony Kamm to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
d. Authorize Reappointment of Rajesh Krishnan to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
e. Authorize Reappointment of Hae Young Datwani to the Residential Design Review Committee for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
f. Appoint Parks, Recreation and Culture (PR&C) Commission's Alternate Member Robert Bollier as a PR&C Voting Member for a Full Term Beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026.
g. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a ThreeYear Professional Services Agreement with Badawi & Associates, Certified Public Accountants, for Professional Audit Services for the Three Fiscal Years Beginning with the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, in an Amount Not to Exceed $92,000 for the First Year, $94,700 for the Second Year, and $97,600 for the Third Year, with the Option to Extend for Two Fiscal Years.
h. Deny Claim of Muhammad Hayatullah.
i. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for the Purchase of a Sign Truck in the Amount of $196,087.66. j. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mission Valley Ford and Authorizing an Appropriation from the Wastewater Fund 0006 (Sewer Fund) Unassigned Fund Balance for the Purchase of a Dump Truck in the Amount of $122,028.44.
k. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Updates to the Delegation of Authority to Request Disbursements from the California Employer's Retiree Benefits Trust (CERBT).
l. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a TwoYear Professional Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Cameras/Licenses in the Amount of $130,350 and Authorizing the Approval of the Use of Prior Year Savings from the Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office in the Amount of $130,350 for this Service.
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Adopting the City of San Carlos 2023 Strategic Plan.
b. Consider the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Elected Versus Appointed City Treasurer Position and Provide Direction to Staff as to Whether to Submit the Matter to the San Carlos Electorate as Part of the November 2024 Consolidated Municipal Election.
10. AGENDA SETTING
Items discussed in this Agenda Setting Section will be considered by the Council for placing on a future agenda. No action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection upon request.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI, and as outlined in the City’s Reasonable Accommodations Policy, if you need special assistance or translation services to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (650) 8024222 or via email at [email protected]. Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
2 CITY OF SAN CARLOS
City Council/Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
March 13, 2023 7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall
600 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
www.cityofsancarlos.org
AGENDA
This meeting will be conducted both inperson at City Hall and virtually via Zoom. Members of the public will have the option to observe the meeting and address the City Council as outlined below.
InPerson Participation:
Location. City Hall – 600 Elm Street, Council Chambers.
Masks are no longer required, but are still highly recommended in accordance with California Dept of Health Guidelines. To maintain public health and safety, please do not attend in person if you are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID19.
Provide Public Comment. To address the City Council on any item on the posted agenda, fill out a Request to Speak Form located in the back of the Council Chambers and submit it to the City Clerk; or, you may raise your hand when the Mayor calls for public comments.
Remote Participation :
Observe via:
Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256140939; or call 16699009128 and enter the Meeting ID #: 882 5614 0939
Meeting Webportal . www.cityofsancarlos.org/agenda Local TV. Comcast Channel 27 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99 Provide Public Comment. If you plan to make a public comment on any item on the posted agenda, please observe the meeting via Zoom (see above access information), and during the public comment period for the agenda item you wish to address, use the “raise hand” feature. If joining Zoom by phone, press *9 to “raise hand”.
Councilmembers may participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449.
MAYOR: Adam Rak
COUNCIL: Ronald Collins, John Dugan, Sara McDowell, Pranita Venkatesh
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ASSEMBLY BILL 2449 TELECONFERENCE REQUESTS
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Present a Proclamation Recognizing March 2023 as Women’s History Month. b. Present a Proclamation to Joshua Lipman for Receiving the Synopsys Science and Technology Championship Award.
6. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Communications and Announcements are brief items from members of the City Council regarding upcoming events in the community and correspondence that they have received. They are informational in nature and no action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Persons wishing to address the City Council on matters NOT on the posted agenda may do so.
Each speaker is limited to two minutes. If there are more than five individuals wishing to speak during public comment, the Mayor may choose to allow the first five speakers to speak during this time, and the balance of the Public Comment speakers will be called upon at the end of the Council Meeting.
If the item you are speaking on is not listed on the agenda, please be advised that the City Council may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed as allowed under the Brown Act (Government Code Section 54954.2). The City Council's general policy is to refer items to staff for attention, or have a matter placed on a future City Council agenda for a more comprehensive action or report and formal public discussion and input at that time.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances.
b. Approve the January 27, 2023 City Council Special Meeting Minutes. c. Authorize Reappointment of Anthony Kamm to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
d. Authorize Reappointment of Rajesh Krishnan to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
e. Authorize Reappointment of Hae Young Datwani to the Residential Design Review Committee for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
f. Appoint Parks, Recreation and Culture (PR&C) Commission's Alternate Member Robert Bollier as a PR&C Voting Member for a Full Term Beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026.
g. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a ThreeYear Professional Services Agreement with Badawi & Associates, Certified Public Accountants, for Professional Audit Services for the Three Fiscal Years Beginning with the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, in an Amount Not to Exceed $92,000 for the First Year, $94,700 for the Second Year, and $97,600 for the Third Year, with the Option to Extend for Two Fiscal Years.
h. Deny Claim of Muhammad Hayatullah.
i. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for the Purchase of a Sign Truck in the Amount of $196,087.66. j. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mission Valley Ford and Authorizing an Appropriation from the Wastewater Fund 0006 (Sewer Fund) Unassigned Fund Balance for the Purchase of a Dump Truck in the Amount of $122,028.44.
k. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Updates to the Delegation of Authority to Request Disbursements from the California Employer's Retiree Benefits Trust (CERBT).
l. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a TwoYear Professional Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Cameras/Licenses in the Amount of $130,350 and Authorizing the Approval of the Use of Prior Year Savings from the Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office in the Amount of $130,350 for this Service.
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Adopting the City of San Carlos 2023 Strategic Plan.
b. Consider the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Elected Versus Appointed City Treasurer Position and Provide Direction to Staff as to Whether to Submit the Matter to the San Carlos Electorate as Part of the November 2024 Consolidated Municipal Election.
10. AGENDA SETTING
Items discussed in this Agenda Setting Section will be considered by the Council for placing on a future agenda. No action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection upon request.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI, and as outlined in the City’s Reasonable Accommodations Policy, if you need special assistance or translation services to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (650) 8024222 or via email at [email protected]. Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
3 CITY OF SAN CARLOS
City Council/Successor Agency to the
Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority
Regular Meeting
March 13, 2023 7:00 PM
Council Chambers, City Hall
600 Elm Street, San Carlos, CA 94070
www.cityofsancarlos.org
AGENDA
This meeting will be conducted both inperson at City Hall and virtually via Zoom. Members of the public will have the option to observe the meeting and address the City Council as outlined below.
InPerson Participation:
Location. City Hall – 600 Elm Street, Council Chambers.
Masks are no longer required, but are still highly recommended in accordance with California Dept of Health Guidelines. To maintain public health and safety, please do not attend in person if you are experiencing symptoms associated with COVID19.
Provide Public Comment. To address the City Council on any item on the posted agenda, fill out a Request to Speak Form located in the back of the Council Chambers and submit it to the City Clerk; or, you may raise your hand when the Mayor calls for public comments.
Remote Participation :
Observe via:
Zoom. https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88256140939; or call 16699009128 and enter the Meeting ID #: 882 5614 0939
Meeting Webportal . www.cityofsancarlos.org/agenda Local TV. Comcast Channel 27 and AT&T Uverse Channel 99 Provide Public Comment. If you plan to make a public comment on any item on the posted agenda, please observe the meeting via Zoom (see above access information), and during the public comment period for the agenda item you wish to address, use the “raise hand” feature. If joining Zoom by phone, press *9 to “raise hand”.
Councilmembers may participate in this meeting remotely pursuant to Assembly Bill 2449.
MAYOR: Adam Rak
COUNCIL: Ronald Collins, John Dugan, Sara McDowell, Pranita Venkatesh
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ASSEMBLY BILL 2449 TELECONFERENCE REQUESTS
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4. CHANGES TO THE ORDER OF THE AGENDA
5. PRESENTATIONS
a. Present a Proclamation Recognizing March 2023 as Women’s History Month. b. Present a Proclamation to Joshua Lipman for Receiving the Synopsys Science and Technology Championship Award.
6. COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS AND ANNOUNCEMENTS
Council Communications and Announcements are brief items from members of the City Council regarding upcoming events in the community and correspondence that they have received. They are informational in nature and no action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
7. PUBLIC COMMENT
Persons wishing to address the City Council on matters NOT on the posted agenda may do so.
Each speaker is limited to two minutes. If there are more than five individuals wishing to speak during public comment, the Mayor may choose to allow the first five speakers to speak during this time, and the balance of the Public Comment speakers will be called upon at the end of the Council Meeting.
If the item you are speaking on is not listed on the agenda, please be advised that the City Council may briefly respond to statements made or questions posed as allowed under the Brown Act (Government Code Section 54954.2). The City Council's general policy is to refer items to staff for attention, or have a matter placed on a future City Council agenda for a more comprehensive action or report and formal public discussion and input at that time.
8. CONSENT CALENDAR
a. Motion to Waive Reading of All Ordinances.
b. Approve the January 27, 2023 City Council Special Meeting Minutes. c. Authorize Reappointment of Anthony Kamm to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
d. Authorize Reappointment of Rajesh Krishnan to the Economic Development Advisory Commission for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
e. Authorize Reappointment of Hae Young Datwani to the Residential Design Review Committee for the Term Ending June 30, 2026.
f. Appoint Parks, Recreation and Culture (PR&C) Commission's Alternate Member Robert Bollier as a PR&C Voting Member for a Full Term Beginning July 1, 2023 and ending June 30, 2026.
g. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a ThreeYear Professional Services Agreement with Badawi & Associates, Certified Public Accountants, for Professional Audit Services for the Three Fiscal Years Beginning with the Fiscal Year Ending June 30, 2023, in an Amount Not to Exceed $92,000 for the First Year, $94,700 for the Second Year, and $97,600 for the Third Year, with the Option to Extend for Two Fiscal Years.
h. Deny Claim of Muhammad Hayatullah.
i. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Altec Industries, Inc. for the Purchase of a Sign Truck in the Amount of $196,087.66. j. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with Mission Valley Ford and Authorizing an Appropriation from the Wastewater Fund 0006 (Sewer Fund) Unassigned Fund Balance for the Purchase of a Dump Truck in the Amount of $122,028.44.
k. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Updates to the Delegation of Authority to Request Disbursements from the California Employer's Retiree Benefits Trust (CERBT).
l. Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a TwoYear Professional Services Agreement with Flock Group Inc. for Flock Safety Automatic License Plate Recognition (ALPR) Cameras/Licenses in the Amount of $130,350 and Authorizing the Approval of the Use of Prior Year Savings from the Law Enforcement Services Agreement with the San Mateo County Sheriff’s Office in the Amount of $130,350 for this Service.
9. NEW BUSINESS
a. Consideration of Adopting a Resolution Adopting the City of San Carlos 2023 Strategic Plan.
b. Consider the Advantages and Disadvantages of an Elected Versus Appointed City Treasurer Position and Provide Direction to Staff as to Whether to Submit the Matter to the San Carlos Electorate as Part of the November 2024 Consolidated Municipal Election.
10. AGENDA SETTING
Items discussed in this Agenda Setting Section will be considered by the Council for placing on a future agenda. No action will be taken on these items at this meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection upon request.
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI, and as outlined in the City’s Reasonable Accommodations Policy, if you need special assistance or translation services to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (650) 8024222 or via email at [email protected]. Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.
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