KARIN CUTT
CITY OF SAUSALITO
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES
DECEMBER 13, 2022
1. CALL TO ORDER
The degularia ting of nic 200m 13,2022 was called to order by Mayor Keliman at 6:30 p.m., and L.A ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Councilmember Sobieski (VIA ZOOM)
Councilmember Hoffman (VIA ZOOM)
Councilmember Cleveland-Knowles (VIA ZOOM)
Vice-Mayor Blaustein (VIA ZOOM)
Mayor Kellman (VIA ZOOM)
1.B. ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION ITEM
Mayor Kellman announced the following would be considered during Closed Session:
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS (Government Code Section 54957.6) Agency designated representatives: Charles Sakaii, Deborah Muchmore, Chris Zapata Employee Organization: Sausalito Police Association Unrepresented Employees: Chief of Police, Lieutenant, Captain, Parking Analyst, Records Supervisor/Assistant to the Chief of Police
PUBLIC COMMENTS ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM
No public comments were made.
RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Kellman recessed the meeting to Closed Session at 6:32 p.m.
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION
Mayor Kellman reconvened to Open Session at 7:00 p.m.
Mayor Kellman announced the recent passing of Sgt. John Christopher of the Tiburon Police Department and expressed condolences on behalf of the city.
II.A. CLOSED SESSION ANNOUNCEMENTS
There were no Closed Session announcements.
II.B. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Councilmember Hoffman requested Agenda Item No. 5J be removed from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. Mayor Kellman requested Agenda Item Nos. 7B and 7D be removed.
City Council discussion included a request that Agenda Item 5J, the 2023 City Council Meeting Calendar, be amended to approve the first six months of 2023 because of concerns with the following proposed meeting dates: July 5, August 15, and November 21. The City Council agreed to further discuss during the review of the Consent Calendar.
Councilmember Cleveland-Knowles made a motion, seconded by Councilmember Hoffman, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to approve the agenda as amended (removal of item Nos. 7B and 7D).
AYES: Sobieski, Hoffman, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
MAYOR'S ANNOUNCEMENTS
Mayor Kellman announced that she has developed, and will distribute, a draft plan for the creation of a Blue- Ribbon Committee or Task Force to pursue opportunities relative to the economic diversity and resilience, climate change, and other significant and related issues.
COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Cleveland-Knowles noted that traditionally, there would have been the announcement of Awards of Grants, from the Parking Fund, and how important these grants were to the community.
Alice Merrill, Allie B., and Pastor Peter provided public comment.
Councilmember Sobieski, referencing the public comment made by Alice Merrill, noted that EDAC had given a Community Impact award, two years ago, to Charlotte Mastrangelo and noted the importance of recognizing the City's community volunteers.
ACTION MINUTES OF PREVIOUS MEETING
No public comments were made.
Moved by Councilmember Hoffman, seconded by Vice Mayor Blaustein, and unanimously carried by the following roll call vote, to approve the November 15, 2022, draft minutes:
AYES: Sobieski, Hoffman, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
4. COUNCILMEMBER COMMITTEE REPORTS
Councilmember Sobieski noted the importance of public and private partnerships such as the partnership between EDAC, community volunteers, and the City, that resulted in the illumination of the downtown area during the holiday season.
Jeff provided public comment.
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5. CONSENT CALENDAR
City Council discussion included a request that Agenda Item 5J, the 2023 City Council Meeting Calendar, be amended to approve the first six months of 2023 and requested the City Council review the upcoming meeting list again at a date to be determined. Meeting dates to be amended included July 5, August 15, and November 21.
City Manager Chris Zapata requested that Agenda Item No. 5H be removed from the agenda.
Councilmember Hoffman made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Blaustein, and carried unanimously, by a roll call vote, to approve the following Consent Calendar items: 5A-5G, 51-5M, and amending Agenda Item 5J to include the meeting dates between January 1 through June 30, 2023, and returning during that time with the proposed dates for the remainder of the year, including the requested date amendments.
AYES: Sobieski, Hoffman, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman NOES: None
ABSTAIN: ( None
ABSENT: None
5.A. Certify Results of the General Municipal Election Held on November 8, 2022 Received and filed the Certificate of Results for the General Municipal Election held on November 8, 2022, for Members of the City Council and adopted Resolution No.6213 reciting the fact of the General Municipal Election held on November 8, 2022, declaring the result. and such other matters as provided by law.
5.B. Adoption of Resolution Amending the City of Sausalito's Conflict of Interest Code and List of Designated Employees
Adopted Resolution No. 6214 amending the City's Conflict of Interest Code and List of Designated Employees.
5.C. Receive and File Annual Listing of Expiring Terms on the Various Boards/Commissions for Calendar Year 2023
Received and filed the annual listing of expiring terms on the various Boards/Commissions/Committees for Calendar Year 2023.
5.D. Authorize The City Manager To Execute a First Amendment To The Agreement With Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC for Human Resources Services Increasing the Not to Exceed by $57,600 and extending the Term through March 31, 2022
Adopted Resolution No. 6215, authorizing the City Manager to Execute a First amendment to the agreement with Muchmore Than Consulting, LLC, for human resources services and increasing the not-to-exceed by $57,600 for a total of $144,000 and extending the Term through March 31, 2022
5.E. Authorize Amendments to the City's Classification and Compensation Plans, Master Pay Schedule, and Approved Position Allocation Table Related to Accountant I/II, Effective August 1, 2022; Community Services Manager, (Fee and Contract Services)/ Assistant to the City Manager, Housing Coordinator / City Ombudsman, Code Enforcement I/ll, Real Estate Portfolio Manager; and Future Non-Substantive Corrections
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Approved Resolution No. 6216, authorizing amendments to the City's Classification and Compensation Plans, Master Pay Schedule, and Approved Position Allocation Table Related to Accountant I/II, Community Services Manager, Assistant to the City Manager, Housing Coordinator / City Ombudsman, Code Enforcement //I, Real Estate Portfolio Manager; and Future Non-Substantive Corrections.
5.F. Resolution Determining A Declaration Of Industrial Disability Retirement For Christina Kazarian And Authorizing Advanced Disability Pension Payments Of $4,902.20 Monthly Beginning January 12, 2022 Adopted Resolution No.6217, determining a declaration of industrial disability retirement for Christina Kazarian and authorized Advanced Disability Pension Payments of $4,902.20 monthly beginning January 12, 2022.
5.G. Authorize City Manager to Execute Agreement with Sausalito Police Association for FY 2022-2023 and Amend the Compensation and Benefits Agreement for the Unrepresented Employee Groups (Management and Confidential)
Adopted Resolution No. 6218, a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding between the Sausalito Police Association (SPA) and the City of Sausalito for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023. 2. Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to amend the Compensation and Benefits Plan for unrepresented employee groups (Management and Confidential) for the period of July 1, 2022 through June 30 2023 to include updates to the Police Management schedule; and compensation and benefits.
5.H. Authorize Execution of the Lease between the City of Sausalito with Erin Burch and Wayne Bellows located at 100 Ebbtide Ave Suite 340, Sausalito CA
This item was removed from the agenda by the following motion:
Moved by Councilmember Hoffman, seconded by Councilmember Cleveland- Knowles, and unanimously carried, by the following roll call vote, to continue this item to the January 10, 2023 meeting.
AYES: Sobieski, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman
NOES: Hoffman
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
5.1. Second Professional Services Contract Amendment with BKF Engineers for design services related to the Ferry Landside Improvement Project Adopted Resolution No. 6220, approving and authorizing the City Manager to execute the second amendment to the professional services contract with BKF Engineers related to the Ferry Landside Improvement Project increasing the total contract amount to $301,897 ($246, 450+$15, 351+$40,096) 4 of 7
5.J. Adopta Resolution Proposing a Schedule of City Council Regular Meetings for 2023 Adopted Resolution No. 6221 as amended, and to return during the January 1 through June 30, 2023, timeframe to submit the remainder year's meetings including proposed amendments.
5.K. HdL Sales Tax Quarterly Reports for the Fourth Quarter (April-June) of FY 2021 - 2022 Received and filed the Hdl Sales Tax Quarterly Reports for the fourth Quarter (April to June) of FY2021-22.
5.L. Treasurer's Report for Quarter Ended June 30th, 2022 Accepted the Treasurer's Report for the quarter ending June 30, 2022.
5.M. 2022/23 Winter Weather Outlook - For the City of Sausalito Received and filed the 2022/23 Winter Weather Outlook for the City of Sausalito.
6. PUBLIC HEARING ITEMS
There were none.
BUSINESS ITEMS
7.A. Presentation to Outgoing Councilmember Susan Cleveland-Knowles Recognizing Her Service for the Council and The City of Sausalito - Presentation by Mayor Kellman
Mayor Kellman and her City Council colleagues recognized outgoing City Councilmember Susan Cleveland-Knowles for her service to the community.
Ray Withy, Peter Van Meter, Alice Merrill; Jeff Knowles, and Joan Cox provided public comment.
City Manager Chris Zapata provided comments of appreciation followed by closing comments made by Councilmember Cleveland-Knowles.
7.B. Presentation to Outgoing Councilmember Jill James Hoffman Recognizing Her Service for the Councils and The City of Sausalito - Presentation by Mayor Kellman
This item was removed from the agenda.
7.C. Presentation to Outgoing Mayor
Chris Zapata, City Manager, provided an overview of Mayor Kellman's term of office and recognized her service to the community.
City Councilmembers Cleveland-Knowles, Sobieski, Hoffman, and Vice Mayor Blaustein provided comments of appreciation to Mayor Kellman.
Jeff, Councilmember-Elect Joan Cox, Pastor Peter, Sandra Bushmaker, John Dire, Craig, and Alice Merrill provided public comments.
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7.D. Presentation to Outgoing Vice Mayor
This item was removed from the agenda.
7.E. Swearing -In of the Councilmember-Elect, Joan Cox
Interim City Clerk Molly Perry provided the Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect Joan Cox.
7.F. Swearing -In of Councilmember-Elect, Jill James Hoffman Interim City Clerk Molly Perry provided the Oath of Office to Councilmember-Elect Jill Hoffman.
7.G. City Council Election of Mayor - Proposed Effective Date of January 10th, 2023 Councilmember Sobieski moved that Melissa Blaustein be elected as Mayor. Mayor Kellman seconded the nomination.
A friendly amendment was provided by Councilmember Hoffman who moved that the current leadership remain in office. Motion died for lack of a second.
Greg Rubens, City Attorney, noted that parliamentary procedure did not require a "second" for nominations and explained that there were now two nominees for Mayor, if they were willing to accept said nomination.
City Council discussion included whether the nominees would be willing to serve and as such, after discussion, Mayor Kellman declined the nomination. Additionally, it was reiterated that the term of Mayor would be effective January 10, 2022.
The initial motion was considered by the City Council:
Councilmember Sobieski moved, seconded by Mayor Kellman, that Melissa Blaustein be elected as Mayor and was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Sobieski, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman
NOES: Hoffman
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
7.H. City Council Election of Vice Mayor - Proposed Effective Date of January 10th, 2023 Mayor-elect Blaustein nominated Councilmember Sobieski to serve as Vice Mayor, effective January 10, 2023. No "second" was required. The election was held by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Sobieski, Cleveland-Knowles, Blaustein, Kellman
NOES: Hoffman
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: None
Mayor Kellman congratulated both the Mayor-Elect and Vice Mayor-Elect.
CITY MANAGER REPORTS, and OTHER COUNCIL BUSINESS
8A. PUBLIC COMMENT on Items 8B-8E
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Pastor Peter provided public comment.
8B. City Manager Information for Council
City Manager Recap of City Accomplishments for 2022
City Manager Chris Zapata provided City accomplishments for 2022.
The City Council discussion included thanking the City Manager and staff for their dedication to the city.
8C. Appointments to Boards, Commissions and Committees
Mayor Kellman requested the following appointments:
Councilmember Cox to the Housing Element Advisory Committee (HEAC) Mayor-Elect Blaustein to the Transportation Authority of Marin (TAM) 8D. Future Agenda Items
Councilmember Hoffman requested that a Request for Proposals be prepared to City Attorney services and requested this be agendized for the January 10, 2023, City Council meeting.
Additional City Council discussion included concerns related to the City's Housing Element timeline; clarity on the calendar needed to get the project done; noted that additional meetings may be required; and requested a joint meeting with the City Council and the Planning Commission in January to review the City's Housing Element.
The City Council also requested that a preview of the CIP be agendized early in the new year. 8E. Other reports of significance
There were none.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Kellman adjourned the meeting at 8:32 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
City Clerk
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