MINUTES OF THE
CITY OF SAN RAMON
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
January 14, 2025
1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The Mayor called the meeting to order at 7:05 p.m.
Also in attendance; City Manager Steven Spedowfski, City Attorney Martin Lysons, City Clerk Christina Franco, and Recreation Supervisor Steven Cox.
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Shrivas, Troop 621
3. SPECIAL BUSINESS ITEM
3.1 Resolution No. 2025-001 - Confirming the Appointment of Richard Adler to the City Council, District 2, for a Term Expiring Upon the Certification of the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election results; and requesting that the City Clerk Notify the Contra Costa County Elections Department of the Appointment
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2025-001
Staff report by Christina Franco, City Clerk.
Public comment was received from Chirag Kathrani and Antony D'Angelus.
Cm. Rubio's motion to approve Resolution No. 2025-001 - Confirming the Appointment of Richard Adler to the City Council, District 2, for a Term Expiring Upon the Certification of the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election results; and requesting that the City Clerk Notify the Contra Costa County Elections Department of the Appointment was seconded by Cm. Verose. The motion passed 4-0-0-0.
3.2 Administration of the Oath of Office to the newly Appointed Councilmember, District 2
The City Clerk administered the Oath of Office to Councilmember Richard Adler.
4. ANNOUNCEMENTS
Name Title Status
Mark Armstrong Mayor Present
Robert Jweinat Councilmember Present
Marisol Rubio Councilmember Present
Sridhar Verose Councilmember Remote
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5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Written public comment was received from;
LP urging the City to impose stricter code enforcement on neglected properties and RV living.
Anthony D'Angelus objection of the Councils administration of written public comment.
Baljit Sull congratulating Richard Adler on his appointment to the City Council.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Cm. Rubio's motion to approve the consent calendar items 6.1 - 6.8 was seconded by Cm.
Verose. Prior to the vote, the City Clerk read Corrected Ordinance 527 by title only. The motion passed 5-0-0-0.
6.1 Minutes of the City Council Regular Meeting - December 10, 2024 Recommendation: Approve Minutes
6.2 Minutes of the City Council Special Meeting - December 11, 2024 Recommendation: Approve Minutes
6.3 Register of Demands as Presented by the City Treasurer (Period Ending November 30, 2024)
Recommendation: Approve Register of Demands
6.4 Resolution No. 2025-002 - Authorizing the Mayor to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Agreement with Miracle Construction Company, Inc., DBA Miracle Playsystems (C2024-054) for the Installation of the Terrace Room Patio Shade Structure, as Part of the San Ramon Community Center Renovation Project (CIP 200003) Phase 2 Exterior Renovation Improvements for a Total Cumulative Contract Amount Not to Exceed $199,450 and Extending the Term of the Agreement to June 30, 2025
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2025-002
6.5 Resolution No. 2025-003 - Accepting the Work by Quantum Energy Services & Technologies, Inc. (Quest, Inc.) for Construction of the Citywide Electric Vehicle Charging Stations Project (CIP 200008) as Complete and Authorizing the City Clerk to File a Notice of Completion with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder’s Office
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2025-003
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6.6 Resolution No. 2025-004 - Accepting the Work by ETIC for Construction of the Coyote Creek and South San Ramon Creek Bank Repair Project (CIP 100001-B) as Complete and Authorizing the City Clerk to File a Notice of Completion with the Contra Costa County Clerk Recorder’s Office
Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2025-004
6.7 Resolution No. 2025-005 - Approving an Agreement with Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement Recommendation: Approve Resolution No. 2025-005
6.8 Corrected Ordinance 527 of the City of San Ramon Repealing and Replacing Title B, Division B6 (Health, Sanitation and Environmental Quality), Chapter IX (Living in Vehicles) of the San Ramon Municipal Code with Chapter IX (Encampments on Public Property)
Recommendation: Waive the Second Reading, Read by Title Only, and Adopt Ordinance 527
7. SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS
8. DEFERRED CONSENT ITEMS
9. NEW BUSINESS
9.1 Senior Citizens Advisory Committee Annual Report
Introduction by Steve Cox, Recreation Supervisor, presentation by Colette Clark, Senior Advisory Chair
Public comment was received from Yohannes Tilahun requesting increased outreach within the community to inform residents about the services offered by the center.
The City Council did not take any action on this item.
10. CITY MANAGER'S AND CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS' COMMENTS /
MATTERS INITIATED
The Council requested reopening Planning Commission recruitment be placed the agenda for consideration at a future City Council meeting.
11. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:17 p.m.