THURSDAY, MARCH 3, 2022
6:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7th Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. CALL TO ORDER
The City Council called their meeting to order at 6:11 PM.
B. OPENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was offered by Pastor Jessica Guerra.
The flag salute was led by Mayor Eli Ontiveros.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Eli Ontiveros, Mayor Pro Tem Danie l Martinez, Councilmember Humberto Garza, Councilmember Esmeralda Hurtado, Councilmember Michael Montelongo
Absent: None
C. A GENDA APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
The Council by motion of Councilmember Hurtado deleted Agenda Item D-1, moved Agenda Item D-2 to be presented after Agenda Item E-1 and approved the agenda as amended. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
D. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
1. Introduction of newly appointed Police Officer Eddie Castrejon. DELETED
E. PUBLIC HEARING
1. SUBJECT: Public Hearing No. 4 to Present Draft Map Options for Redrawing of Council District Boundaries.
The City Council held a public hearing to discuss Draft Map Options for Redrawing of Council District Boundaries.
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE SANGER CITY COUNCIL
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Public comment:
Vincent Wall said he recommends adopting Public Map 101.
Unidentified member of the public said he is concerned by the income bracket in District 3.
The City Council closed the public hearing.
The City Council by motion of Councilmember Montelongo selected Map 202 for the redrawing of City Council district boundaries. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Hurtado and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
D. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
1. Proclamation of Women’s History Month – March 2022.
The City Council proclaimed March 2022 as Women’s History Month in the City of Sanger.
The City Council called for a recess at 6:39 PM to allow an opportunity to view the art work submitted in celebration of Women’s History Month.
The City Council reconvened the meeting at 6:45 PM.
F. PRESENTATIONS
1. Mid Valley Disposal Biannual Report.
John Kalpakoff presented Mid Valley Disposal’s Biannual Report.
G. PUBLIC FORUM
Enrique Valdez provided comment on the crime activity in the city.
Unidentified member of the public asked for an update on the Tom Flores street signs.
H. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Council by motion of Councilmember Hurtado approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
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1. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Minutes of the Special Meeting and Regular Meeting held on January 6, 2022.
The motion was seconded by Councilmember Garza and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
I. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
The City Council called for a recess and convened in Joint Session with Sanger Financing Authority.
1. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Resolution Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of an Indenture and Term Sheet in Connection with the Issuance of City of Sanger 2022A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds, and Related Actions.
The Council by motion of Councilmember Garza approved Resolution No. 2022-15 Authorizing the Execution and Delivery by the City of an Indenture and Term Sheet in connection with the issuance of City of Sanger 2022A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds, Approving the Issuance of such Bonds in an Aggregate Principal Amount of not to exceed $15,000,000, and Authorizing the Execution of Necessary Documents and Certificates and Related Actions, in accordance with Council’s direction during the February 3, 2022 City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, MONTELONGO
NOES: HURTADO
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
2. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Resolution Authorizing the Execution and Delivery of an Escrow Agreement in Connection with the Issuance of City of Sanger 2022A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds, and Related Actions.
The Council by motion of Councilmember Garza approved Resolution No. 22-02 Authorizing the Execution and Delivery by the Authority of an Escrow Agreement in connection with the issuance of City of Sanger 2022A Wastewater Revenue Refunding Bonds, and Authorizing the Execution of Necessary Documents and Certificates and Related Actions, in accordance with Council’s direction approved during the February 3, 2022 City Council meeting. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, MONTELONGO
NOES: HURTADO
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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The Council adjourned their Joint Session and resumed the City Council meeting.
3. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Introduction of Ordinance relating to Towing Services.
Public comment:
Norma, presenting owner of Sanchez Auto Repair & Towing, said they do not use the CHP rotation list and that Sanger Police Department should control who is called upon for towing services.
Enrique Valdez said the City should support local service providers and businesses when possible.
Eve Castellanos said she also advocates on behalf of local companies.
The Council by motion of Councilmember Montelongo waived the full reading and introduced Ordinance No. 2022-02 Repealing Article III of Chapter 86 of the Sanger City Code and Adding New Article III to Chapter 86 Relating to Towing Services. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Garza and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
J. CI TY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION
1. COVID-19 Update – informational only.
City Manager Tim Chapa provided a COVID-19 update.
2. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Confirmation of Executive Order 22-02.
The City Council by motion of Councilmember Montelongo adopted Resolution No. 2022-14 confirming Executive Order 22-02 issued by the Director of Emergency Services for the City of Sanger lifting the indoor masking for vaccinated persons and reopening City Hall on February 16, 2022. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Garza and approved by the following vote:
AYES: ONTIVEROS, MARTINEZ, GARZA, HURTADO, MONTELONGO
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
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K. MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
1. Consideration and/or direction of allocating $800,000 for various projects. See attached Exhibit “A”.
Public comment:
Enrique Valdez suggested choosing items under $160,000.
Unidentified member of the public suggested a floating crosswalk.
Council comment:
Councilmember Garza chose Project Request Number 17.
Councilmember Montelongo chose Project Request Numbers 8, 9, 10, and added lights at North & Greenwood at a cost of $56,000.
Mayor Ontiveros chose Project Request Numbers 1 and 2.
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez chose Project Request Numbers 4 and 7.
Councilmember Hurtado chose Project Request Number 12.
City Attorney Montoy said a resolution ratifying Council direction will be placed on the next meeting agenda.
2. Consideration and/or direction of allocating $1,000 for Women’s History Month celebration.
Per Council direction, a resolution to allocate funds will be placed on the next meeting agenda.
3. Consideration and/or direction of creating an Academy Corridor Ad Hoc Committee.
Per Council direction, City Attorney Montoy will prepare a resolution to crease an Academy Corridor Ad Hoc Committee.
4. Councilmember Hurtado extended an invitation to the Women’s History Month Celebration at 6 pm on March 16, 2022.
5. Councilmember Hurtado said she is planning a town hall meeting to be held in April that will be specific to downtown revitalization.
6. Mayor Pro Tem Martinez said he participated in the Blossom Trail Bus Tour and it was a lot of fun and the Chamber did a good job.
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7. Mayor Ontiveros asked if a Tom Flores street sign can be installed prior to the Blossom Trail. Public Works Director John Mulligan said two signs have been installed.
8. Councilmember Montelongo asked if the Rotary Field restrooms are available to the public.
9. Councilmember Montelongo said a street light is out at 502 L Street and asked if it is City or PG&E responsibility.
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AD JOURNMENT
Being no further business, the Council adjourned their meeting at 8:50 PM.
ATTEST:
Rebeca P. Ramirez, City Clerk