City Council
City of San Pablo
Meeting Agenda
Council Chambers
1000 Gateway Avenue
San Pablo, CA 94806
(510) 215-3000
www.SanPabloCA.gov
Mayor Patricia Ponce
Vice Mayor Arturo Cruz
Councilmember Elizabeth Pabon-Alvarado
Councilmember Rita Xavier
Councilmember Abel Pineda
City Council Chambers
Members of the public may view this meeting
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6:00 PMTuesday, September 3, 2024
CITY COUNCIL/LOCAL SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CLOSED SESSION BEGINS AT 5:15 PM
*IMPORTANT NOTICE ABOUT PUBLIC COMMENTS AND MEETING PARTICIPATION* NOTICE:
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Please note the following temporary change to the City's public comment procedures: Public comment by zoom or telephone will not be accepted. Public comment may be provided only in -person in Council Chambers or via email as set forth below.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
At each meeting, the public has the opportunity to address the City Council on items appearing on the agenda and, for items not appearing on the agenda but within the purview of the City Council, during ORAL COMMUNICATIONS .
Persons addressing the Council must limit their remarks to three (3) minutes unless an extension or decrease of time is set. As allowed by the Brown Act, the Mayor may limit the total time for public comments to facilitate the completion of business on the agenda.
• IN-PERSON PUBLIC COMMENT:
Any person wishing to make such address Council should first complete and deliver a "Speaker Form" available at the speaker's podium and submit it to the City Clerk identifying the agenda item. The Mayor will invite you to speak at the appropriate time when the matter is being considered.
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• WRITTEN PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public comments may also be submitted via email to CityClerk@SanPabloCA .gov. Each email must contain in the subject line "PUBLIC COMMENTS NOT ON THE AGENDA" [ or] "PUBLIC COMMENTS AGENDA ITEM No.__”. Written comments received by 12:00 noon on the day of the meeting will be provided in advance to the City Council and posted online with the agenda materials. During the meeting, the public may provide written public comments via email to CityClerk@SanPabloCA .gov. All written comments received after noon the day of the meeting will not be read out loud and will be provided directly to the members upon receipt and distributed with supplemental materials following the meeting.
Please note that all information provided in public comments, including email addresses and any other personal information written or stated, is subject to disclosure on the broadcast of the video- or tele-conferenced meeting.
AGENDA MATERIALS
Copies of this Agenda and non -exempt public records relating to an open session item on this Agenda will be available for public view at the City Clerk ’s Office, 1000 Gateway Avenue, San Pablo. The full agenda packet may also be viewed on the City website at
https://www.sanpabloca.gov/1400/City-CouncilLSA-Planning-Comm-AgendasMin AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT:
In accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Brown Act, individuals with disabilities requiring reasonable accommodations, including auxiliary aids or services, in order to participate in the meeting should submit a completed Meeting Accommodation Request Form by email to CityClerk@SanPabloCA .gov, with “Accommodation Request” listed in the subject line of the email.
Alternatively, completed Meeting Accommodation Request Forms may be submitted to the City Clerk's Office at City Hall, 1000 Gateway Avenue, San Pablo, CA 94806. Meeting Accommodation Request Forms may be found at https://www.sanpabloca.gov/DocumentCenter/View/15988/FRM-Meeting-Accommodation-Request-Form-FINAL-020 823, or requested by email to [email protected], or by phone at (510) 215-3000.
Meeting accommodation requests should be submitted to the City as soon possible. The City will attempt to resolve before the meeting begins all accommodation requests received by 10 a.m. on the day of the meeting
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
CLOSED SESSION
Adjourn to Closed Session regarding:
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
SIGNIFICANT EXPOSURE TO LITIGATION PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(d)(2) RELATING TO A CLAIM SUBMITTED TO THE CITY BY GHILOTTI BROTHERS, INC. PURSUANT TO PUBLIC CONTRACT CODE SECTION 9204 AND ARISING FROM
THE CITY’S RUMRILL BOULEVARD COMPLETE STREETS PROJECT
(CITY CIP PROJECT NO. 0711) (ONE PONTENTIAL CASE).
24-3241.
* * * END OF CLOSED SESSION * * *
RECONVENE TO REGULAR SESSION
CALL TO ORDER
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
ROLL CALL
REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION
ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This is the time for comments on any item within the Council ’s subject matter jurisdiction, if such item is NOT listed on tonight ’s agenda. The Council may not engage in discussion or take action on any item that is not specifically listed on the agenda. Your item may be referred to city staff for investigation, report or placement on a future agenda. Persons addressing the Council are required to limit their remarks to three (3) minutes unless an extension or decrease of time is ordered. Please file your name and address with the City Clerk on forms available at the speaker’s podium.
CEREMONIAL MATTERS
PRESENTATION OF CERTIFICATE OF APPRECIATION TO OUTGOING
INTERIM DIRECTOR OF FINANCE HEATHER ROWDEN
CEQA: This is not a project as defined by CEQA.
24-2942.
PRESENTATIONS
PRESENTATION TO CITY COUNCIL BY THE SAN PABLO ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION OF ANNUAL SERVICES FOR
FISCAL YEAR 2023/24
CEQA: This is not a project as defined by CEQA.
24-3043.
Recommendation: For Informational Purposes Only
CITY MANAGER REMARKS
CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar includes routine items that are to be enacted by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is requested, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
MINUTES
CONSIDER APPROVING MINUTES OF THE MEETING OF AUGUST 5,
2024
CEQA: This is not a project as defined by CEQA.
24-2934.
Recommendation: Approve by Minute Order
PERIODIC REPORTS
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CONSIDER APPROVING VENDOR CHECK REGISTER REPORT FOR
THE MONTH OF JULY 2024
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-0775.
Recommendation: Approve by Minute Order
CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION (1) ACCEPTING AN EASEMENT
FROM CHATTLETON PLACE PARTNERS, LLC FOR ACCESS TO AND
MAINTENANCE OF THE CITY’S IRRIGATION DRAIN LINE AT
CHATTLETON LANE TOWNHOMES LOCATED AT 2812 CHATTLETON
LANE, AND (2) AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE
EASEMENT AND TAKE SUCH OTHER ACTIONS NECESSARY
FINALIZE THE EASEMENT
CEQA: This proposed action does not constitute a “project”, and is otherwise exempt from environmental review, pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA).
24-2836.
Recommendation: Approve by Minute Order
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE
CITY OF SAN PABLO AUTHORIZING SUBMISSION OF THE CITY OF SAN PABLO’S GRANT APPLICATION FOR $8,000,000 TO THE
ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION AGENCY (EPA) SAN FRANCISCO
BAY WATER QUALITY IMPROVEMENT FUND (SFBWQIF) FOR THE
POLYCHLORINATED BIPHENYLS (PCB) TOTAL MAXIMUM DAILY
LOAD (TMDL) SPECIAL STUDIES AND IMPLEMENTATION PROJECT
CEQA: The project is exempt from environmental review under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) as a funding action as it is not a project under CEQA nor an activity that may cause a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical environment change pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080(a) and 14 California Code of Regulations Section 15002(d).
24-3027.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
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CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENT NO.
1 TO THE GENERAL FUND DESIGNATED RESERVES (GFDR) FUND
BALANCE OF $5,171,279 FOR FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 TO REFLECT
ALL COUNCIL APPROVED APPROPRIATIONS AND REMAINING
BALANCE THROUGH JUNE 30, 2024, EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 3,
2024
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-3108.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
DISCLOSURE TO THE CITY COUNCIL AND TO THE CITY AS
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE SAN PABLO REDEVELOPMENT
AGENCY OF VICE MAYOR CRUZ’S PURCHASE OF PROPERTY
WITHIN THE BOUNDARIES OF THE FORMER SAN PABLO
REDEVELOPMENT PROJECT AREA FOR PERSONAL RESIDENTIAL
USE
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-3229.
Recommendation: Accept Vice Mayor Cruz's disclosure of his purchase of property for residential use within the boundaries of the former San Pablo Redevelopment Project area at 185 Westgate Circle, San Pablo.
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING AN EVENT
SPONSORSHIP IN THE AMOUNT OF $2,500 FOR THE 2024 WEST
COUNTY SALESIAN YOUTH CLUB CHARITY GOLF TOURNAMENT
FUNDRAISER ON MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 16, 2024
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-32010.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SAN PABLO DESIGNATING APPLICANT’S AGENTS FOR
NON-STATE AGENCIES FOR THE PURPOSE OF OBTAINING CERTAIN
FEDERAL AND/OR STATE FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE FOR DISASTER
RELIEF
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-32111.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
* * * END OF CONSENT CALENDAR * * *
PUBLIC HEARINGS
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CONSIDER AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
SAN PABLO AMENDING SAN PABLO ZONING ORDINANCE CHAPTER
17.60, SPECIAL RESIDENTIAL USES, SECTION 17.60.070,
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS, CONCERNING PROCEDURES AND
DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS FOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
(ADUS)
CEQA: This proposed action is statutorily exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17, which exempts the adoption of local ordinances regulating accessory dwelling units or amendments thereto. 24-29712.
Recommendation: Conduct public hearing; waive first reading; introduce Ordinance
CITY COUNCIL DISCUSSION/CONSIDERATION
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION OF THE LOCAL SUCCESSOR
AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY OF THE CITY OF SAN
PABLO AUTHORIZING THE ISSUANCE OF TAX ALLOCATION
REFUNDING BONDS; AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION AND DELIVERY
OF A SECOND SUPPLEMENTAL INDENTURE AND BOND
PURCHASE AGREEMENT; APPROVING AN OFFICIAL STATEMENT;
AND AUTHORIZING RELATED DOCUMENTS AND ACTIONS
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-30813.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION (1) AUTHORIZING THE CITY TO
PARTICIPATE IN THE GREEN EMPOWERMENT ZONE FOR THE
NORTHERN WATERFRONT AREA OF THE COUNTY OF CONTRA
COSTA AND (2) APPOINTING TWO (2) SAN PABLO CITY COUNCIL
MEMBERS TO REPRESENT SAN PABLO ON THE GREEN
EMPOWERMENT ZONE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-29214.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
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CONSIDER ADOPTING RESOLUTION TO AMEND FY 2023-25 CITY
COUNCIL PRIORITY WORKPLAN TO ADD AMENDMENT NO.8, UNDER
MAJOR POLICY GOAL: EXPAND HOUSING OPTIONS, TO ADD
POLICY NO.311 - SUPPORT ADOPTION AND COMPLETION OF (1)
HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE (MARCH 18, 2024); (2)
ENVIRONMENTAL JUSTICE ELEMENT; (3) SAFETY AND NOISE
ELEMENT UPDATE; (3) ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW UNDER CEQA,
AND THE FOLLOWING POLICY AND PROGRAM OBJECTIVES
REVIEWED AT THE JULY 10, 2024 HOUSING POLICY WORKSHOP, AS
RECOMMENDED BY STANDING COMMITTEE ON ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT, HOUSING AND PROGRAM MANAGEMENT (MAYOR
PONCE; VICE MAYOR CRUZ)
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-30315.
Recommendation: Adopt Resolution
CONSIDER CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZATION TO PROCEED WITH
DEVELOPMENT OF A PROPOSED ORDINANCE AMENDING
CHAPTER 2.40 OF THE SAN PABLO MUNICIPAL CODE TO
INCREASE THE ANNUAL SALARIES OF ELECTED OFFICIALS FOR
THE NEXT ELECTED TERM OF OFFICE IN DECEMBER 2024 (CITY
COUNCIL), AND DECEMBER 2026 (ELECTED CITY CLERK AND
ELECTED CITY TREASURER)
CEQA: This proposed action is not a project as defined by CEQA. 24-30916.
Recommendation: Receive presentation; provide majority vote direction via minute order to the City Manager and City Attorney.
SUPPLEMENTAL MATERIALS (IF ANY)
MATERIALS SUBMITTED AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA
WILL BE APPENDED AFTER THE COUNCIL MEETING. THIS IS NOT
AN ACTION ITEM BUT MERELY A MECHANISM FOR MATERIALS
SUBMITTED AFTER PUBLICATION OF THE AGENDA TO BE
APPENDED TO THE PUBLISHED AGENDA AFTER THE COUNCIL
MEETING.
24-03117.
MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL ASSIGNMENTS REPORTS
(Approved by Resolution 2022-013)
Informational reports from Councilmember representatives to the following committees, commissions and organizations; brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the City or Agency, as required by Government Code section 53232.3(d) (AB 1234); and other reports regarding items of general interest to the City Council. The City Council may take action on other items of interest that are specifically agendized herein:
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(a) Mayor Patricia Ponce
Assignment/Memberships: Contra Costa Mayors’ Conference (Primary); West Contra Costa Mayors’ & Supervisors ’ Association (Primary); League of CA Cities East Bay League Division (Alternate); Marin Clean Energy Board of Directors (Alternate); San Pablo Economic Development Corporation Board of Directors (City Council Appointee ); Sister City Manzanillo Future Board Member Designation (Primary); City Auditor Review of City Financial Statements (Alternate);
Standing Committees: Budget, Fiscal & Legislative; Economic Development, Housing & Project Management Ad-Hoc Subcommittees: Casino San Pablo/Lytton Tribe
(b) Vice Mayor Arturo Cruz
Assignment/Memberships: Association of Bay Area Governments (Alternate); Contra Costa Mayors’ Conference (Alternate); West Contra Costa Mayors’ & Supervisors’ Association (Alternate); San Pablo Community Grant Foundation Board (Member);
Standing Committees: Budget, Fiscal & Legislative; Public Safety Ad-Hoc Subcommittees: Smart 5G Policy Projects; External & Internal Technology Feasibility Projects; Casino San Pablo/Lytton Tribe (Alternate)
(c) Councilmember Elizabeth Pabon-Alvarado
Assignment/Memberships: Marin Clean Energy Board of Directors (Primary); City Auditor Review of City Financial Statements (Primary);
Standing Committees: Budget, Fiscal & Legislative; Public Safety Ad-Hoc Subcommittees: Explore Amendment to City’s Adopted Local Economic & Opportunity Policy (d) Councilmember Rita Xavier
Assignment/Memberships: Association of Bay Area Governments (Primary); League of CA Cities East Bay League Division (Primary); San Pablo Community Grant Foundation Board (Member); West County Integrated Waste Management /Recyclemore JPA Authority (Primary); West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee (Primary);
Standing Committees: Public Safety
Ad-Hoc Subcommittees: Solid Waste & Recycling Agreements, Programs and Services (e) Councilmember Abel Pineda
Assignment/Memberships: West County Integrated Waste Management /Recyclemore JPA Authority (Alternate); West Contra Costa Transportation Advisory Committee (Alternate); Standing Committees: Community Services
Ad-Hoc Subcommittees: Casino San Pablo /Lytton Tribe; Smart 5G Policy Projects; Solid Waste & Recycling Agreements, Programs and Services; External & Internal Technology Feasibility Projects; Explore Amendment to City’s Adopted Local Economic & Opportunity Policy
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourn to Monday September 16, 2024 at 6:00 pm.