Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Sanger City Council
THURSDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2023
6:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700 7th Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. C ALL TO ORDER
The Council called their meeting to order at 6:03 PM.
B. OP
ENING CEREMONIES
The invocation was offered by Pastor Paul Canaday.
The flag salute was led by Mayor Frank Gonzalez.
Roll Call
Present: Mayor Frank Gonzalez, Mayor Pro Tem Daniel Martinez, Council Member Esmeralda Hurtado, Council Member Michael Montelongo, Council Member Dolores Melendez
Absent: None
C. AGE
NDA APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
The Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo moved Agenda Item E-1 after C-1, and Agenda Item I-1 after D-1. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
D. P
UBLIC HEARING
1. S
UBJECT: (NO COUNCIL ACTION REQUIRED) Redrawing of City Council District Boundaries as a Result of Annexation of Property Members.
T
he City Council held a public hearing at 6:15 pm to receive a report on the redistricting process as a result of the annexation of property members, and permissible criteria for redrawing district boundaries for the four City Council districts.
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Public comment:
Unidentified audience member asked why a redistricting is occurring now.
City Attorney Hilda Cantu Montoy indicated that a redistricting is required due to the annexation of property.
The Council closed the public hearing.
E. PRESENTATIONS
1. The CrisCom Company Quarterly Report.
Renee Missakian provided The CrisCom Company’s quarterly report.
F. PUBLIC FORUM
Unidentified audience member provided comment regarding trash in the alley.
Osvaldo Vera thanked the Council for reopening the gym and invited the Council to a Dolores Huerta Foundation event to be held on December 13.
Unidentified audience member suggested the Council let the new city manager have input on some of the decisions being made today. He stated that in May he asked for an update on cameras at street crossings, repairs at JFK Park, and the plaque for the Catholic Church.
G. CONSENT CALENDAR
The City Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez pulled Agenda Item G -3 and approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
1. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Final Acceptance for Well 19 Test Well.
The City Council:
1. Accepted the work for the Well No. 19 Test Well in the amount of $230,825.00;
2. Authorized recordation of the Notice of Completion with the Fresno County Recorder; and
3. Authorized payment of 5% retention in the amount of $411,541.25 to Johnson Drilling Company upon expiration of the 35-day lien period.
2. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Technical Service Support Agreement with Stryker Medical.
T he City Council approve d the technical support agreement between the City of Sanger and Stryker Medical, and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
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4. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Emergency Repairs: Domestic and Industrial Pipe.
The City Council adopted Resolution No. 2023-66 reviewing the emergency action taken by the Interim City Manager to make emergency repairs on sewer lines and approving the award of emergency contract(s) without competitive bidding for the emergency repairs of the domestic and industrial effluent lines located at the city’s wastewater treatment plant.
The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
3. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Out of State Travel Request.
Public comment:
Unidentified audience member stated that he supports training or anything to better an individual and suggested that the Chief just came back and provide a report about what was beneficial.
The City Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez approved the Out of State travel and training for the Fire Chief and Executive Assistant to attend the Administrative Fire Services Section annual conference in Reno, Nevada from April 10 – 13, 2024. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
H. PUBLIC HEARING
The City Council held a public hearing to discuss the vacation of an unnamed existing alley between Cherry and Edgar Avenues, and west of Academy Avenue.
1. SUBJECT: Vacation of an Unnamed existing Alley between Cherry and Edgar Avenues, and West of Academy Avenue.
Council Member Hurtado recused herself from this agenda item because her employer has an interest in the action, and left the dais.
Public comment:
None.
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The Council closed the public hearing.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo adopted Resolution No. 2023-67 vacating the subject alley vacation area. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN (RECUSAL): HURTADO
ABSENT: NONE
Council Member Hurtado returned to the dais at 7:04 PM.
I. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. SUBJECT: Amendment to Agreement with The CrisCom Company.
The City Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez approved Amendment No. 1 to Contract for Consultant Services with The CrisCom Company relating to lobbying and advocacy services, effective January 1, 2024, in addition to their current grant writing services and authorized the Interim City Manager to execute the Amendment. The motion was seconded by Council Member Melendez and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
2. SUBJECT: Appointment to the Consolidated Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees.
The City Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez reappointed Karen Steinhauer to a four- year term on the Consolidated Mosquito Abatement District Board of Trustees. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
3. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Final Map Agreements and Covenants for Tract No. 6327 – Phase II of Tract No. 5826.
Public comment:
Matt with DR Horton thanked staff for their work on the project.
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The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo adopt ed Resolution No. 2023-68, approving:
1. The Final Map for Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826;
2. The Subdivision Agreement for Final Map of Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826;
3. Statement of Covenants affecting Land Development acknowledging Right to Farm Law for the Final Map of Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826;
4. Covenant regarding Land Development for the Final Map of Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826 “Sanger Landscape and Lighting District No. 2”;
5. Covenant regarding Land Development for the Final Map of Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826 “Community Facilities District No. 2005-01”.
6. Temporary Sewer Lift Station Covenant Affecting Land Development for the Final Map of Tract No. 6327, Phase II of Tract No. 5826; and
7. Agreement for Common Use of Easements.
The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ
NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: HURTADO
ABSENT: NONE
4. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Authorization to Advertise for Bids – Well 19 Drilling and Development.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo provided direction to Staff to advertise for bids for a project to drill and develop Well 19 prior to the final approval of a funding agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board Division of Financial Assistance (DFA). The motion was seconded by Council Member Hurtado and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
5. SUBJECT: Sanger Youth Council.
Public comment:
Unidentified audience member stated that he agreed this needs to get started again.
The City Council by motion of Mayor Gonzalez supported bringing back the Sanger Youth Council with adjustments to maximize the program. The motion was seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Martinez and approved by the following vote:
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AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
6. SUBJECT: Measure S Renewal Beginning FY 2029.
Public comment:
Unidentified audience member stated that he does not feel the rush and there are still a lot of years. He suggested the Council place the item on the 2026 ballot and wait until we get a new city manager.
The City Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez authorized the Interim City Manager to negotiate an agreement for Council review and approval, with The Led Edwards Group to provide planning, communications & engagement services for the City of Sanger’s long-term public safety vision for the November 2024 ballot. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
7. SUBJECT: Fresno County Draft Infectious Disease Ordinance.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Hurtado supported the Fresno County Infectious Disease Ordinance, scheduled for a vote at the Fresno County Supervisors’ meeting on Tuesday, December 12, 2023, and approved City of Sanger’s participation. The motion was seconded by Council Member Montelongo and approved by the following vote:
AYES: GONZALEZ, MARTINEZ, HURTADO, MONTELONGO, MELENDEZ NOES: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
J. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION
None.
K. MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Pro Tem Martinez
1. Recognized the Chamber for all the great events these past couple of weeks.
2. Stated that he emailed some items to the Interim City Manager and they were addressed.
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Council Member Hurtado
None.
Council Member Montelongo
1. Thanked Karen and the Chamber for the outstanding job with the Tree Lighting event and the Parade.
Council Member Melendez
1. Thanked the Public Works Department for cleaning up the park.
2. Requested an update regarding the JFK Park slide and water park repairs.
3. Requested alley clean up.
Mayor Gonzalez
1. Received several complaints regarding junk at 5th and West.
2. Explained the importance of making a police report when incidents that need action occur in order to acquire evidence and witnesses.
3. Attended the National League of Cities Conference in Atlanta where he made contacts with vendors and received good information, specifically regarding economic development.
L. ADJ
OURNMENT
Being no further business, the Council adjourned their meeting at 8:08 PM.
ATTEST:
Rebeca Padron, City Clerk