Minutes of a Regular Meeting of the Sanger City Council
THURSDAY, MAY 2, 2024
6:00 P.M.
COUNCIL CHAMBER
1700th Street, Sanger, California 93657
A. C
ALL TO ORDER
The City Council called their meeting to order at 6:01 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
C. AGE
NDA APPROVAL, ADDITIONS AND/OR DELETIONS
The Council by motion of Mayor Pro Tem Martinez approved the agenda as posted. 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
D. C
EREMONIAL MATTERS
1. The Council recognized Kris Savas of Kris’s Hair Shoppe for her 40 years of business in Sanger.
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E. PRESENTATIONS
1. Measure S Grant Applicants presented:
a. Boys & Girls Club
b. SAM Academy
c. Set Free Sanger
F. PUBLIC FORUM
Kings River High School students Tristan Cardenas, Hayley Cisneros, Jacob Lopez, Kaylee Rodriguez, Devin Rogers and Jovanny Zavala gave a presentation to the Council regarding train crossing danger.
Willfred Laemmlen,1217 Greenwood Avenue, spoke regarding a meter box problem at his residence.
Rick, resident of Sanger, spoke regarding his concern of chemicals coming in with the wind from ranches into the city, and about the smell at sewer farm.
Kevin Carter stated the City needs to focus on three main priorities: water, sewer farm and upcoming budget. He also stated that an item on the March 21 meeting agenda regarding how money was handled for Women’s History Month events should not have been on agenda and that that handling of fundraising money should be approved by the Council.
Osvaldo Vera, resident of Sanger for 60 years, thanked the City for the yellow lines, and stated the Sanger Boxing Club is packed with kids.
An unidentified member of audience thanked Council Member Hurtado for suggesting the recognition of Gong’s Market. He also stated he was displeased that a council member apologized for remarks the audience member made at the previous meeting.
G. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo approved the following items on the Consent Calendar:
1. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Minutes of the Special and Regular Meetings held on April 4, 2024.
2. SUBJECT: APPROVED - General Plan Amendment 2022-02 and Zoning Map Amendment 2023-02 relating to Real Property located at 2431 Jensen Avenue.
The City Council waived the full second reading and adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03, redesignating and rezoning a portion of real property located at 2431 Jensen Avenue, Sanger, CA 93657, (APN 315-101-05) from C-P (Administrative City Council Regular Meeting Minutes
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and Professional Office) zone district to the C-1 (Neighborhood Commercial) zone district, introduced by the City Council on March 21, 2024.
3. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Caltrans Local Assistance Procedure Manual Chapter 10 for Consultant Selection for State and Federally Funded Projects.
The City Council approved Resolution No. 2024-16 adopting the Caltrans Local Assistance Procedures Manual Chapter 10 for Consultant Selection.
4. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Well 19 Drilling and Development Contract Award.
The City Council:
1. Awarded the contract for the Well 19 Drilling and Development Project to Zim Industries, 4532 E. Jefferson Avenue, Fresno, CA 93725, in the amount of $596,292.00, as lowest responsive and responsible bidder; and
2. Approved a construction contingency for change orders in the amount of $59,700 (10%) for this project; and
3. Authorized the City Manager to sign execute documents on behalf of the City.
5. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Agreement with Wastewater Solids Management Company, Inc.
The City Council:
1. Accepted the proposal from Wastewater Solids Management Co., Inc., for the cleaning and solid dewatering of the Anaerobic Digester at the City Wastewater Treatment Facility in the amount not to exceed $260,000; and
2. Approved agreement with Wastewater Solids Management Co., Inc., and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement; and
3. Approved Resolution No. 2024-17 for the appropriation of funds from the sewer fun balance for the project.
6. SUBJECT: APPROVED - SUSD School Partner Program.
The City Council approved the agreement between the City of Sanger and the Sanger Unified School District for the School Partner Program and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.
H. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
1. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Measure S Gang/Drug Prevention/Intervention Services Grant Program Awards.
Public comment:
An unidentified member of audience spoke about the phenomenal job the grantees are doing for the youth. He suggested a percentage be provided to the groups next time Measure S comes around.
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The City Council by motion of Mayor Gonzalez selected Boys and Girls Club ($30,000), SAM Academy ($10,000), and Set Free Sanger ($60,000) as the approved grant recipients for Measure S Gang/Drug Intervention/Prevention award. 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
2. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Planning Commission Appointment.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo approved Mayor Gonzalez’ appointment of Jesalyn Harper to the Planning Commission. 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
3. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Public Financing Authority Board for the Sanger North Academy Corridor Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Hurtado appointed Pablo Ruiz to fill a public member position on the Public Financing Authority Board. 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
4. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Replacement of Existing Sewer Manhole – North and Greenwood.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo:
1. Awarded the contract for the project to Emmett’s Excavation, Inc., 1477 Menlo Avenue, Clovis, CA 93611, on a Time and Materials basis, estimated at approximately $89,000.00: and
2. Authorized the City Manager to execute the contract documents on behalf of the City.
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
5. SUBJECT: APPROVED - Assistant City Manager Position.
Public comment:
An unidentified audience member stated he liked the idea.
The City Council by motion of Council Member Montelongo adopted Resolution No. 2024-18 approving an updated job description and setting a new salary range for the Assistant City Manager position. 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
I. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATION
City Manager Nathan Olson announced:
1. 181 residents participated in the annual shred event.
2. The Mayor’s State of the City will be held at 6 pm on May 9 in the Council Chamber.
3. Council Member Hurtado’s Town Hall will be held at 6 pm on May 15 at Set Free Sanger.
J. MATTERS INITIATED BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS
Mayor Gonzalez:
1. Requested and received consensus to place an item on the next meeting agenda regarding the City Attorney’s contract.
2. Requested and received consensus to recognize the Sanger High School Boys Volleyball team.
3. Requested and received consensus to recognize the Sanger High School Girls Track team.
4. Requested and received consensus to recognize Robert Juarez for his induction into the California Wrestling Hall of Fame.
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Mayor Pro Tem Martinez:
1. Attended the Cal Cities event with Mayor Gonzalez and spoke with Assemblymember Arambula about Sanger needs.
2. The annual shred event was great, fast and efficient.
3. Sent emails to the City Manager regarding issues: 1) no lights at Veteran’s Park; and 2) RV parked in sidewalk. Appreciated that the issues were resolved.
4. The Hall of Fame dinner will be held this weekend for Sanger athletes.
5. Thanked Public Works staff for a great job filling pot holes.
Council Member Hurtado:
1. Impressed with the group that spoke about railroad crossings and thanked staff for working with them.
2. Received multiple complaints about Sanger Storage trucks parked on Church and Academy causing blind spots. Asked that staff work with the storage business to find other parking.
3. Requested further discussion amount the Council regarding Measure S regarding funding for non-profits.
4. Stated that a silent auction was not held and no money handled during the Women’s History Month event.
Council Member Montelongo:
1. Attended the EDC Real Estate Forecast on April 18. He stated he felt the presentation was focused on the City of Fresno and not enough on smaller cities.
2. Attended Set Free’s 5th anniversary celebration.
3. The Council should wait and see what options will be regarding Measure S until after the campaign firm completes their public surveys.
4. Thanked Public Works staff for doing an excellent job and helping the City look nice.
Council Member Melendez:
1. Requested an update on the JFK Park splash pad. Acting Public Works Director Esperanza Rosales indicated the splash pad is scheduled to open after Memorial Day.
Mayor Frank Gonzalez:
1. Attended the One Voice trip to DC in March and met with members of Congress and Senate to discuss matters affecting small towns, and regarding funding for water and sewer projects. He also met with Assemblymember Arambula in April and discussed the same mattes.
2. Met with Fresno COG regarding Measure S cycle grants and forwarded information to City Manager Olson.
3. Participated in Senior Exit Interviews.
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4. Attended Cal Cities event in Sacramento and heard presentations regarding: 1) AB764 regarding new redistricting rules, and 2) homelessness.
K. ADJ
OURNMENT
Being no further business the Council adjourned their meeting at 8:02 pm.
ATTEST:
Rebeca Padron, City Clerk