Agenda packet — Sonora City Council, November 18, 2024

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Agenda
Monday, November 18, 2024
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on November 18, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

Written comments can be submitted to be included as part of the administrative record; they will not be read during the meeting. All comments must be received by 3:00 pm on the day of the noticed meeting and can be submitted to the City Clerk at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370, or via email to .

Public Access Audio and Video Live Streaming
The Public will not have access to give public comments via public access audio and video live streaming; they are available for audio and visual only; and can be accessed via our website at www.sonoraca.com.

Remote viewing of the meeting via live streaming is provided to members of the public as a courtesy. If the live streaming connection malfunctions for any reason and no Council Members are attending via teleconference, the City Council will continue the public meeting in Chambers without remote access.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

The numerical order of the items on this agenda is for convenience of reference. Items may be taken out of order upon request of the Mayor or Council Members. All questions shall be directed to the Mayor who, at their discretion, will refer to Staff.
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Council Members Bess Levine, Andy Merrill, Stephen Opie City Administrator Melissa Eads
City Attorney Douglas White
___________________________________________________________________________________________ 1 Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. ROLL CALL

3. CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING

4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

5. PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
The public may address the Council on any item of public interest not otherwise on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the City. No action may be taken. Matters to be addressed may be referred to City Staff or placed on a subsequent meeting Agenda. Speakers are limited to a three (3) minute presentation.

6. PRESENTATIONS
A. Receive an Introduction and Swearing in of Police Officer Rylan Matyshock; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

7. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be voted on in one motion unless a Council member or member of the public has a question or wishes to discuss an item. In that case, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

A. Consider Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2024; October 21, 2024; and November 4, 2024; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

B. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the October 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director C. Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $182,221.85 and $198,603.44 for Payroll, Including Employee Salaries, Employer and Employee Taxes, Retirement Contributions, Miscellaneous Voluntary Employee Deductions, Holiday Pay, and Other Adjustments, Including Retro-Pay; Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

D. Consider Approval of a General Plan Amendment for Assessor Parcel Numbers 056-160-006 and 056-160- 008 from Commercial to Heavy Commercial for Consistency with Zoning and Existing Uses in this Area of the City; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director. 2 Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation

8. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consider Adoption of the City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook; Doug White, City Attorney, Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

B. Consider Approval of the Mayor’s Change of Appointment to the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD); Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

9. MONTHLY REPORTS
A. Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Report for September 2024 (FY24/25):

Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
B. Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

C. Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Aimee New, Fire Chief.

D. Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

E. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor.

10. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS

11. ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall (209) 532-4541, [email protected]. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR

35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Administrator’s Office at 94 N. Washington Street, Sonora, CA 95370 during normal business hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). The agenda and supporting public documents are also available on our City website www.sonoraca.com listed under the agenda/minutes link on the Government page.
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Turu VanderWiel, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: Introduction and Swearing in of Police Officer RECOMMENDATION:

Receive Introduction and Swearing-in of Police Officer Rylan Matyshock.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Rylan Matyshock tested for the position of Police Officer in April of 2023 and graduated from the Police Academy in February of 2024. He successfully completed the Field Training Program and now meets all the requirements to work as a sworn peace officer in California.

Rylan moved to Sonora with his family in 2017 and graduated from Sonora High School in 2021. He was hired as a Community Service Officer in 2021 and is a member of the US Coast Guard Reserve, where he serves as a Maritime Law Enforcement Officer. He looks to further his education and plans on continuing his studies toward a Bachelor's degree.

Rylan is dedicated to serving his community and plans to use his skills and experiences as a Police Officer with the Sonora Police Department to continue to make a positive impact in the community he calls home.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund as this position was previously funded.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention 4 Item A.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2024; October 21, 2024; and November 4, 2024.

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve City Council Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2024; October 21, 2024; and November 4, 2024.

BACKGROUND:

Staff Recommends that the City Council Approve Meeting Minutes from October 7, 2024; October 21, 2024; and November 4, 2024.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
Monday, October 07, 2024
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on October 7, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

CALL TO ORDER
Called to order at 4:00 PM.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Andy Merrill
Councilmember Stephen Opie

PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comment.

ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION
Adjourned at 4:01 PM.

1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation - Initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of Section § 54956.9: One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM
Called to order at 5:00 PM.

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ann Segerstrom stated direction was given to staff.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Bess Levine led the Pledge of Allegiance. 7 Item A.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Andy Merrill
Councilmember Stephen Opie
CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda was posted on Friday, October 4, 2024 at 12:53 PM.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
The public may address the Council on any item of public interest not otherwise on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the City. No action may be taken. Matters to be addressed may be referred to City Staff or placed on a subsequent meeting Agenda. Speakers are limited to a three (3) minute presentation.

Elena Linehan from the Aronos Club informed those in attendance of Coffee with a Cop on Wednesday October 9th from 10:30 AM - 1:30 PM.

Mark Plummer complimented the Sonora Public Works Department for their pothole work on Shepherd Street; and shared concerns over the homeless.

Katie Dunn President of the Sonora Chamber of Commerce informed those in attendance the Parade Applications are now available; Business Watch will have a Zoom meeting for training on the BAND App; there will be a Business Watch meeting Wednesday October 16th from 3:00 - 5:00 PM at City Hall and the guest speaker will be Dore Bietz from the Office of Emergency Services.

A member of the public applauded the Sonora Public Works Department for cleaning up the City; and informed those in attendance that October is Sober October.

PRESENTATIONS

2. Receive an Update from Tuolumne County District 1 Supervisor David Goldemberg; Melissa Eads, City Administrator. (10 minutes)
Tuolumne County District 1 Supervisor David Goldemberg informed those in attendance the final adopted budget took place on October 1st; the Sherriff continues to make progress on the new Dispatch Center; 8 Item A.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom spoke about the City’s concerns with the homeless.

3. Consider Acceptance of a Donation of a Canine Training Suit and Related Equipment Valued at $1,707 from Friends of Sonora Police Department; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief. (10 minutes)

4. Receive a Presentation from the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD) Regarding the California Advanced Services Fund – Broadband (CASF); Alex Bloom, Economic Development Manager, Central Sierra Economic Development District. (20 minutes)

CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be voted on in one motion unless a Council member or member of the public has a question or wishes to discuss an item. In that case, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

5. Consider Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes from April 3, 2023, July 15, 2024, and August 5, 2024; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

6. Consider Recording Two (2) Substitution of Trustee and Full Reconveyance Documents for APN 001-094-009; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

Motion made by Councilmember Andy Merrill, Seconded by Councilmember Stephen Opie. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

NEW BUSINESS

7. Consider Approval of Resolution Number 10-07-2024-A, Authorizing the 41st Annual Historic Downtown Sonora Christmas Parade on Friday, November 29th, 2024, and Authorizing the Closure of State Route 49 (Washington Street and Stockton Road), Along with Certain Other City Streets and Designating “No Parking” Locations; Tyler Summersett; Community Development Director.

A member of the public addressed the Council.
9 Item A.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

8. Consider Amending an Existing Lease with the Owner of the Property Located at 10 Calaveras Street to Include Expanded Parking Alternatives Utilizing City Right of Way; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

Community Development Director Tyler Summersett discussed the parking extension.

The Council shared their comments and concerns.

District 1 Supervisor David Goldemberg commented on the County's Facility Department.

A member of the public shared concerns over the parking extension.

A member of the public shared concerns over crosswalks and walking ability.

Motion made by Councilmember Andy Merrill, Seconded by Councilmember Bess Levine. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill Voting Nay: Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Stephen Opie

9. Consider Approval of Resolution 10-07-2024-B Authorizing a Construction Contract in the Amount of $443,362.75 Between the City of Sonora and the Sierra Northern Railroad Contractor, G. Hedgecock, Inc. for the Reconstruction of Hospital Road and Consider Approval of Task Order #25-2 in the Amount of $196,000 Between the City of Sonora and Dewberry Engineers Inc. (Dewberry) for Design, Construction Engineering, Construction Management, and Materials Testing for the Reconstruction of Hospital Road; Mike Pugh, City Engineer, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

Mike Pugh, City Engineer detailed the Hospital Road Project.

A member of the public stated the improvement will be fabulous.

The Council discussed and shared an additional idea for the project.

Motion made by Councilmember Stephen Opie, Seconded by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

10. Consider Approval of Dewberry Engineers Inc. (Dewberry) Task Order #25-3 in the Amount of $10,802 to Perform Pre-Work To Apply For Federal Building Resilient Infrastructure & Communities (BRIC) Funding or State Hazard Mitigation Grant Program (HMGP) Funding; Mike Pugh, City Engineer, Melissa Eads, City Administrator
10 Item A.

The Council discussed the budget with City Administrator Melissa Eads.

No public comment.

Motion made by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Seconded by Councilmember Stephen Opie. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Stephen Opie attended the American Loggers Conference at the Tuolumne County Fair Grounds; and YES Council is this week.

Councilmember Bess Levine attended the State of the County District One Town Hall Presentation; and the Natural Resource Advisory Committee.

Councilmember Andy Merrill informed those in attendance that the Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC) is in search of a new Executive Director; and attended Orange Shirt Day.

Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz informed those in attendance Obi Kaufmann will be speaking at the Stanislaus Nation Forest Service facility on October 13th.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom attended the Natural Resources Fair; met with the Governors Representatives; attended the Chamber Mixers, Christmas Town meeting, Columbia College Foundation recognition of Amy Nilson, the State of the County, League of California Cities Division meeting, Orange Shirt Day; and next week will be the last Farmers Market.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 7:07 PM.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall (209) 532-4541, [email protected]. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR

35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
Monday, October 21, 2024
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on October 21, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

CALL TO ORDER
Called to order at 4:00 PM.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Andy Merrill
ABSENT
Councilmember Stephen Opie

PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comment.

ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION
Adjourned at 4:01 PM.

1. Conference with Legal Counsel – Initiation of Litigation (Gov Code § 54956.9): One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

2. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation - (Gov Code § 54956.9): One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

3. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation - (Gov Code § 54956.9): One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

4. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation - (Gov Code § 54956.9): One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM
Called to order at 5:00 PM.
13 Item A.

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ann Segerstrom stated direction was given to staff.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Ann Segerstrom led the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Seconded by Councilmember Stephen Opie. Voting Yea: Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

Katie Dunn President Sonora Chamber of Commerce informed those in attendance of the new tables for the Opera Hall, and the donation of a portion of the old tables; Trick or Treat Street, and Spooky Town Park is Saturday from 4:00 - 5:30 PM; applications for the Parade are coming in; and Christmas Town Sonora has three new events.

A member of the public shared concerns over the City sidewalks.

A member of the public mentioned an idea for a park.
14 Item A.

PRESENTATIONS

5. Receive a Presentation from the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD) Regarding the Sierra Jobs First Program Update; Alex Bloom, Economic Development Manager, Central Sierra Economic Development District. (20-minutes).

No public comment.

6. Receive an Overview of the New EPIC Recruitment Video and Website for the Sonora Police Department; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief (20-minutes).

No public comment.

7. Consider Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes from April 17, 2023, May 1, 2023, May 15, 2023, and August 19, 2024; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

8. Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $187,054.80 and $183,123.84 for Payroll, Including Employee Salaries, Employer and Employee Taxes, Retirement Contributions, Miscellaneous Voluntary Employee Deductions, Holiday Pay, and Other Adjustments, Including Retro-Pay; Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer.

9. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the September 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.

No public comment.

Motion made by Councilmember Andy Merrill, Seconded by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bes Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

NEW BUSINESS

10. Consider Adoption of Resolution 10-21-2024-A, Adopting and Amending the City of Sonora Fee Schedules as Set Forth in Exhibit “A”, Effective October 21, 2024; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services, Director.

Chris Gorsky Administrative Services Director explained the update to the Fee Schedule.

The Council discussed certain fees, and the fee schedule with Department Heads. 15 Item A.

Mike Lemke Local Builder shared concerns about the increase of certain building related fees.

A member of the public shared concerns over the fee increases.

The Council requested clarification on several fees and the effect on the general fund.

Doug White City Attorney discussed the fee schedule with Council.

Tyler Summersett Community Development Director and Brian Odom Deputy Building Official explained the Builder's Fees and how to calculate the fees.

The Council agreed to pull the Transient Use Permit Fee and the Building Permit Fees, all other Fees were approved.

Motion made by Councilmember Stephen Opie, Seconded by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

MONTHLY REPORTS

11. Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Monthly Report for August 2024 (FY24/25); Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director

12. Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for September 2024; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

13. Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for September 2024; Aimee New, Fire Chief.

Fire Chief Aimee New informed those in attendance the 164th Annual Fire Fighters Ball is Saturday November 2nd, tickets are available.

14. Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for September 2024; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

15. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for September 2024; Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor.

COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Stephen Opie attended YES Council; Coffee with a Cop; and the Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) went on a field trip.
16 Item A.

Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
Councilmember Bess Levine attended Coffee with a Cop at the Aronos Club; went on a City Tour with Councilmember Andy Merrill and Historian Pat Perry; attended Brew Fest at the Sonora Fair Grounds; and Second Saturday.

Councilmember Andy Merrill attended the Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC), and Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA).

Mayor Ann Segerstrom went on a History Walk with Historian Pat Perry; attended Coffee with a Cop; Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO); Sonora Chamber Mixer at Black Bomb; Red Cross new agency location; Business Watch; and the Senior Center will have their open house October 22nd from 9:00 am - 1:00 pm.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 6:30 PM.

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CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
Monday, November 04, 2024
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on November 4, 2024, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

CALL TO ORDER
Called to order at 4:00 PM.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Stephen Opie

ARRIVING LATE
Councilmember Andy Merrill

PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comment.

ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION
Adjourned at 4:01 PM.

1. Conference with Legal Counsel - Liability Claim (Government Code Section §54956.95): Two (2) Potential Cases, Claimant: Canning, Claimant: Thompson; Agency Claimed Against: City of Sonora; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.

2. Public Employment (Government Code Section §54957): Building Official; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM
Called to order at 5:00 PM.

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Ann Segerstrom reported direction was given to staff. 19 Item A.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Andy Merrill led the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL
CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda was posted on Thursday, October 31, 2024 at 1:50 PM.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Councilmember Andy Merrill, Seconded by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz. Voting Yea: Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

No public comment.

PRESENTATIONS

3. Receive an Update from Tuolumne County District 1 Supervisor David Goldemberg; Melissa Eads, City Manager. (10 minutes)
Tuolumne County District 1 Supervisor David Goldemberg informed those in attendance on October 29th the City and County had a Leadership meeting; the County is waiting for the votes to come in tomorrow on Measure Z and A; attended a meeting with members from the County, Yosemite National Park Leadership, Visit Tuolumne County and the Lodging Association to discuss the impact of Yosemite National Parks Reservation system; and shared the status of the Sherriff's Office 911 Dispatch Center.

4. Consider Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes from June 5, 2023; June 20, 2023; September 3, 2024; and September 16, 2024; Deputy City Clerk, Stacy Enos-Del Razo 20 Item A.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie

COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Stephen Opie had nothing to report, there have been no committee meetings; and have been working hard at regular life.

Councilmember Bess Levine had nothing to report from committees or commissions; attended Trick or Treat Street, it was wonderful, safe and a great time for families and kids; and the police were out walking the streets making it safe for the kids.

Councilmember Andy Merrill echoed Councilmember Levine's comments; had great group of trick or treaters; the City looked welcoming and safe.

Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz reminded those in attendance Veteran's Day is Monday November 11th; and if you would like to purchase a flag for a family member or Veteran, please go to the Sonora Sunrise Rotary Field of Honor at Standard Park.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom attended a Special Meeting for Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) and will be attending the next meeting on Wednesday; toured the Senior Center; attended Blue Zones dedication for disc golf course at Cassina High; bought a ticket to the Fire Fighters Ball and asked for a report out on the Ball.

Fire Chief Aimee New informed those in attendance there was a great turn out and a good time, it was a successful event and look forward to the 165th next year.

Councilmember Andy Merrill added additional information he received; Yosemite Community College District is considering turning the Dome into a third campus and Performing Arts Center; and there will be digital meeting on December 14th.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom added the City will have a truck for the Christmas Parade and is looking for Volunteers to ride on the truck, please contact Melissa or myself if you are interested in attending.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 5:24 PM.

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21 Item A.

Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Administrator’s Office at 94 N. Washington Street, Sonora, CA 95370 during normal business hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). The agenda and supporting public documents are also available on our City website www.sonoraca.com listed under the agenda/minutes link on the Government page.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the October 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the October 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.

BACKGROUND:

The Administrative Services Department manages the payment processing for all City disbursements. The City has three main types of payments which includes the following:

1. Vendors – These payments are associated with goods received and contractual services provided to the City and payroll benefits paid by the City on behalf of City employees.

2. Refunds – These payments are associated with refunds issued for deposits collected and have been authorized to be released for business licenses, building permits, rental agreements, etc.

3. Employees – These payments are associated with City-related travel advances and reimbursements related to training events or City business reimbursements.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

On a monthly basis, Administrative Services Staff prepares a monthly warrant report of vendors receiving payment from the City. The informational report of the monthly payments provides Council the oversight and ability to review all spending activity for the City.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact will result from this informational report on the October 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void report. Expenditures are tracking according to budget authority.

All payments have been approved for payment through the adoption of the fiscal year budget or by an additional item passed by Council.
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP ATTACHMENTS:
 Accounts Payable Warrants Report
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention 24 Item B.

City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 10/1/2024 Through 10/31/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 201822 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 139.14 Check No 201823 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200006 Central San Joaquin Valley Risk M... 138,817.00 Check No 201824 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 180.97 Check No 201825 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 200.00 Check No 201826 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 2,830.25 Check No 201827 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 388.05 Check No 201828 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200088 Waypoint Network Solutions LLC 1,608.75 Check No 201829 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200104 San Diego Police Equipment Co. I... 830.71 Check No 201830 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 1,024.82 Check No 201831 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 201832 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 288.00 Check No 201833 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200288 Sun Ridge Systems, Inc. 11,314.00 Check No 201834 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200304 Sonora Chamber of Commerce 25,000.00 Check No 201835 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 47,725.00 Check No 201836 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200423 Bear Electrical Solutions (BES), Inc. 780.00 Check No 201837 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200454 McClatchy Company LLC 312.50 Check No 201838 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200487 Standard Insurance Company 145.00 Check No 201839 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 201840 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200535 Toshiba Financial Services 2,090.48 Check No 201841 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200640 Diamond Digital Marketing Co. 1,000.00 Check No 201842 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200656 Rebecca A. Bell, RN 950.00 Check No 201843 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2004 Christopher Gorsky 580.96 Check No 201844 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2072 Stacy Enos-Del Razo 311.69 Check No 201845 10/3/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2073 Tyler Summersett 21.70 Check No 201846 10/4/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2005 Naomi Moran 245.00 Check No 201847 10/4/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2038 Cynthia Nordvik 245.00 Check No 201848 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 56.60 Check No 201849 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 1,057.54 Check No 201850 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200016 Tuolumne County Public Power A... 4,092.25 Check No 201851 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 60.00 Check No 201852 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 25.13 Check No 201853 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 616.35 Check No 201854 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 189.21 Check No 201855 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 436.05 Check No 201856 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 169.38 Check No 201857 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200055 Keenan Associates 77,202.50 Check No 201858 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200058 Unum Life Insurance Company of ... 2,465.20 Check No 201859 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 408.00 Check No 201860 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200062 Fastenal 1,070.47 Check No 201861 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200063 Kellie's Cleaning Service 1,041.25 Check No Date: 11/12/24 11:29:23 AM Page: 1
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City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 10/1/2024 Through 10/31/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 201862 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200072 United Site Services 97.93 Check No 201863 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200074 Vision Service Plan (CA) 834.76 Check No 201864 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200080 JTM Cleaning Co. 800.00 Check No 201865 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200105 County of Tuolumne Information T... 829.83 Check No 201866 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200111 Division of the State Architect 22.80 Check No 201867 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200223 Department of Conservation 1,555.68 Check No 201868 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200228 Barry Dugan Electric, Inc. 3,161.39 Check No 201869 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200262 California Building Standards Com... 190.80 Check No 201870 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 2,894.22 Check No 201871 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200312 Municipal Maintenance Equipment 1,922.75 Check No 201872 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 2,053.00 Check No 201873 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200493 Crescent Supply 160.01 Check No 201874 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200598 Top Dog Police K9 Training & Con... 250.00 Check No 201875 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200698 Stop Stick 9,082.63 Check No 201876 10/10/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200714 T-N-T Paving & Excavating 4,000.00 Check No 201877 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 754.29 Check No 201878 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200010 American Tower 1,505.92 Check No 201879 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 118.55 Check No 201880 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 79.46 Check No 201881 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200018 U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Sy... 9,130.60 Check No 201882 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 2,077.54 Check No 201883 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 90.18 Check No 201884 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 337.51 Check No 201885 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 134.75 Check No 201886 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 154.70 Check No 201887 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 784.13 Check No 201888 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 69.37 Check No 201889 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 592.04 Check No 201890 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200038 Safeguard Pest Control 408.00 Check No 201891 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 25.16 Check No 201892 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200048 The Union Democrat 436.50 Check No 201893 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200054 GJF Engineering 2,000.00 Check No 201894 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 164.00 Check No 201895 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200065 ProClean Supply 710.59 Check No 201896 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200090 American River Benefit Administra... 39.50 Check No 201897 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200117 Verizon Wireless 38.01 Check No 201898 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 1,024.82 Check No 201899 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 201900 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 288.00 Check No 201901 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200212 Tuolumne County Tax Collector 0.00 Check No Date: 11/12/24 11:29:23 AM Page: 2
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City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 10/1/2024 Through 10/31/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 201902 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 3,116.66 Check No 201903 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200277 CA Dept of Food and Agriculture 900.00 Check No 201904 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 22,034.50 Check No 201905 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200433 SimsUshare 74.95 Check No 201906 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200441 Willey Printing Co., Inc. 117.91 Check No 201907 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 201908 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200618 Aspen Street Architects Inc. 1,500.00 Check No 201909 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200680 Epic Productions of Phoenix, LLC 95,000.00 Check No 201910 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200713 360 Pipeline Inspections LLC 2,498.00 Check No 201911 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200716 Vehicle Registration Collections 339.26 Check No 201912 10/17/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200717 Mallory Safety and Supply LLC 1,155.68 Check No 201913 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 278.58 Check No 201914 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 170.91 Check No 201915 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200026 Department of Justice 759.00 Check No 201916 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200027 Galls, LLC 1,011.60 Check No 201917 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 35.95 Check No 201918 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 2,833.70 Check No 201919 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 55.43 Check No 201920 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 7.33 Check No 201921 Overflow * Tuolumne Utilities Dist. * Check... 0.00 Yes 201922 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 9,100.81 Check No 201923 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200059 Cal.Net Motherlode 54.01 Check No 201924 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 1,042.00 Check No 201925 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200062 Fastenal 519.02 Check No 201926 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200226 Rebecca Howard 1,118.94 Check No 201927 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200249 Golden Valley Awards 14.04 Check No 201928 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 2,823.52 Check No 201929 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200343 Blue Mountain Minerals 87.68 Check No 201930 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200453 L. N. Curtis and Sons, Inc. 356.70 Check No 201931 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200616 Granite Peak Alarms LLC 360.00 Check No 201932 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200621 American River College 106.50 Check No 201933 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200625 Suzanne Cruz 200.88 Check No 201934 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200718 Rick Bacon's Customs and Collision 3,021.37 Check No 201935 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2058 Eric Nygard 125.00 Check No 201936 10/24/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2069 Michael DaRosa 125.00 Check No 201937 10/31/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200001 Access Tuolumne (Cable 8) 658.00 Check No 201938 10/31/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 113.51 Check No 201939 10/31/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 186.20 Check No 201940 10/31/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 248.51 Check No 201941 10/31/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 1,368.13 Check No Date: 11/12/24 11:29:23 AM Page: 3
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer
SUBJECT: Disbursements in the Amount of $182,221.85 and $198,603.44 for Payroll RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $182,221.85 and $198,603.44 for Payroll, Including Employee Salaries, Employer and Employee Taxes, Retirement Contributions, Miscellaneous Voluntary Employee Deductions, Holiday Pay, and Other Adjustments, Including Retro-Pay.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

These payrolls were the second (2nd) and first (1
st) payrolls of the month, the expected amount of the
second payroll was slightly higher due to Local Government Fire and Emergency Assistance to the State of California and Federal Fire Agencies under the California Fire Assistance Agreement.

These were the 8
th and 9th payrolls of 26 for FY24-25, we would have expected to expend 34.62% of the budgeted amount. In total, we have expended 31.67% of the Salaries and Wages for the FY24-25 budget.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Disbursements are part of the approved FY24-25 Budget.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 19, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: General Plan Amendment for APN’s 056-160-006 and 056-160-008 (355/359 Hospital Road)
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of a General Plan Amendment for Assessor Parcel Numbers 056-160-006 and 056-160-008 from Commercial to Heavy Commercial for Consistency with Zoning and Existing Uses in this Area of the City BACKGROUND:

Land use and zoning regulations are a function of the City’s general police power. This power allows cities to establish land use and zoning laws which govern the development and use of the community.

In accordance with State law there is a mandate for consistency between the General Plan land use designations and Zoning Code. During the project review for a site plan application for a propane distribution facility on Hospital Road, an inconsistency was discovered between the site’s General Plan designation and the zoning. Currently, the property’s General Plan designation is Commercial (C), while the site is zoned as General Commercial (CG). This disconnect would not allow for the proposed use. The General Plan’s Commercial (C) designation is more consistent with lower-intensity commercial and retail-oriented uses, while the CG zone allows for a greater intensity of commercial uses and certain industrial uses. The General Plan designation is proposed for amendment to a designation better suited for the project uses, for compatibility with the CG zone.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The applicant, Jeff Willis, is seeking to develop the property at 355/359 Hospital Road for a propane bulk storage and sales business. The applicant proposes to install three new concrete pads for up to three 30,000-gallon tanks. The applicant only plans to install one 30,000-gallon tank in the near term. The project will also include associated site work, such as landscaping and grading for a driveway, vehicle storage areas, and a staff parking area.

Staff is proposing a General Plan Map Amendment to Heavy Commercial (HC), given the project use and to conform the site with surrounding land use designations, which are also Heavy Commercial (HC). The property’s current Commercial (C) designation is limited to lower-intensity retail uses. Existing uses surrounding the property consist of a pest control company, lumber storage/tree service company, gas station, and propane distribution center. In 30 Item D.

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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP addition, the property directly abuts an active rail line, which makes it less desirable for retail uses. A General Plan Amendment will ensure consistency between the proposed use of the property and the property’s existing zoning designation (General Commercial – CG).

General Plan Designation and Proposed Map Amendment
GPA C to HC
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP Public Comment
Notice of the intent to consider changing the land use designation was sent to property owners within a 300-foot radius of the proposed project. One comment letter was received and has been included as an attachment.

Planning Commission
The Planning Commission considered the site plan application and General Plan land use amendment at their October 24, 2024, meeting. There was a 4-0 vote in favor of approving the project and General Plan Amendment.

Next steps will include updating the City General Plan Land Use Designation map and filing a notice of exemption for the action with the State Clearinghouse.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact other than staff time to prepare the item(s).

ATTACHMENTS:

Attachment A: Resolution
Attachment B: General Plan Land Use Designations and Compatible Zoning Classifications Attachment C: Comment Letter
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RESOLUTION 11-19-2024-A
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A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA APPROVING A GENERAL PLAN

AMENDMENT TO THE LAND USE DESIGNATION MAP FROM COMMERCIAL (C) TO HEAVY COMMERCIAL (HC) FOR ASSESOR’S PARCEL NUMBERS 056-160-006 AND 056-160-008 WHEREAS, the City has received an application for development of a propane storage tank project at Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 056-160-006 and 056-160-008 (355 and 359 Hospital Road); and WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 2.32.080(B) of the SMC, the Planning Commission shall investigate and make recommendations to the City Council upon reasonable and practicable means for putting the General Plan into effect, in order that it will serve as a pattern and guide for the orderly physical growth and development of the City; and
WHEREAS, the Sonora Planning Commission recommended to the Sonora City Council at its Special meeting on October 24, 2024, based on the findings contained herein and all documents and testimony in the record, the General Plan Map Amendment for Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 056-160-006 and 056-160-008 from Commercial (C) to Heavy Commercial (HC); and
WHEREAS, the proposed General Plan Map Amendment from Commercial (C) to Heavy Commercial (HC) will also improve consistency with the corresponding zoning designation for the parcels of General Commercial (CG); and
WHEREAS, the project has been reviewed in compliance with the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and it was determined that the project is exempt per CEQA Guidelines § 15303 (new construction or conversion of small structures), CEQA Guidelines § 15332 (in-fill development projects), and CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3) (commonsense exemption); and
WHEREAS, the project is in all other respects consistent with the objectives, policies, and programs specified in the General Plan; is in conformity with the public convenience and good land use practice; will not be detrimental to the health, safety and general welfare; and will not adversely affect the orderly development of the area or the preservation of property values; and
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Approve Resolution 11-19-2024-A amending the General Plan Land Use Map from Commercial (C) to Heavy Commercial (HC) for Assessor Parcel Numbers 056-160-006 and 056-160-008.

PASSED AND ADOPTED as a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Sonora, California, at a regular meeting of said City Council held on November 18, 2024, by the following votes:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:
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Signed and dated: _____________________
_______________________________
Ann Segerstrom
Mayor, City of Sonora
ATTEST: _______________________________
Tracy Skelly
City Clerk, City of Sonora
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Attachment B
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Attachment C
This letter is in response to the Notice of Public Hearing scheduled for October 24, 2024 regarding redesignating the above mentioned property from Commercial to Heavy Commercial.

My wife and I are elderly, reside in a retirement community in Manteca and are unable to drive at night, so we are not able to attend the hearing. We were Sonora residents for 34 years, currently own properties in Sonora and have a vested interest in the community.

We are Gerald and Susan Turnshek and have owned the adjacent property known as 323 and 343 Hospital Rd. (APN 056-150-006-000) for over 30 years. There are 2 small single family residences on the parcel. We are retired and depend on these rental properties as part of our retirement income. We are very much opposed to having three 30,000 gallon propane tanks situated right next to our property. We feel this would pose grave danger to our tenants and to downtown Sonora as a whole. We are concerned that a catastrophic event could occur due to equipment failure, wildfire or lightening. Our fire department is probably not equipped to handle an explosion and fire of this magnitude. Hospital Road is a narrow one-way road and access for emergency vehicles is very limited. The internet is full of examples of this very thing happening.

One Blue Rhino plant in Tavares Florida exploded due to equipment failure in July 2013.

Another in Washington Township, Pennsylvania in March 2014, also due to equipment failure.

And yet another in Phoenix in July 2023. Are we willing to take the chance in our little town? We would like to thank you for listening to our opposition to the proposal and hope you will take our concerns into consideration before making this General Plan Amendment.

Regards,
Gerald and Susan Turnshek
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Doug White, City Attorney
Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk SUBJECT: City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Adoption of the City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook. The Handbook outlines standardized procedures for the efficient conduct of City Council meetings, establishes clear guidelines for Councilmember behavior, and ensures consistency and transparency in the decision-making process.

BACKGROUND:

The City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook is a foundational document that serves as a guide to ensure fair, orderly, and effective meetings. Currently, the City Council operates under basic guidelines that have been developed informally over time. The new Handbook will formalize these guidelines, incorporating best practices for parliamentary procedure and aligning with state and local regulations.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The proposed City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook was developed by a subcommittee of the City Council in consultation with legal experts. This document will provide:
 Clarity: A clear, organized structure for meetings and decision-making processes, ensuring that all participants, including the public, understand the expectations.  Consistency: Standardized practices to guide the conduct of meetings and decision-making, reducing ambiguity and fostering trust in the process.
 Transparency: Clear rules for public participation and Councilmember behavior, ensuring an open and inclusive government.
 Accountability: A framework that holds Councilmembers accountable for their roles and duties, helping to maintain order and decorum during meetings.

The Handbook is intended to be a living document, which the City Council may revisit and amend as necessary.

The approval of the Handbook will mark an important step toward fostering a more organized and efficient local government.
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP It is recommended that the City Council:

1. Review and discuss the draft City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook.

2. Adopt the City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook as the official guide for conducting City Council meetings.

3. Direct Staff to implement the procedures outlined in the Handbook starting with the next scheduled Council meeting.

4. Schedule a Review of the Handbook within one year to assess its effectiveness and make any necessary amendments.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Draft City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Homelessness Issues, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk SUBJECT: City Committees and Community/Government Committees Appointment RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of the Mayor’s Change of Appointment to the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD).

BACKGROUND:

Council Members represent the City on regional boards and organizations, act as liaisons to City Council advisory committees, and represent the City Council on community organizations, and Council subcommittees.

The appointments shall be made by the Mayor, with confirmation from a majority of the Council Members. If there is no official appointment made, there shall be a temporary appointment made to any City Committees and Community/Government Committees that require a quorum.

The Central Sierra Economic Development District partners with Mother Lode Job Training and local economic development offices to bring workforce and economic development assistance to businesses and residents throughout the Mother Lode region.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The committee members for the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD) will change to Ann Segerstrom as the Primary committee member and Bess Levine as the Alternate committee member.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Administrative Services Department Report for September 2024 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the Administrative Services Department Report for September 2024 (FY24/25) DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Monthly Report to the City Council
September '24 (FY24/25)
Highlights of General Fund Revenues:

Current Period YTD FY24/25 Budget % of Budget
Property Tax $ 25,540 $ 28,348 $ 992,400 2.9%
Sales Tax $ 310,286 $ 762,122 $ 3,552,000 21.5%
Measure Y $ 341,574 $ 1,003,428 $ 4,300,000 23.3%
Transient Occupancy Tax $ 62,164 $ 148,102 $ 608,000 24.4% Cannibis Public Benefit Fees $ 55,072 $ 170,401 $ 700,000 24.3% Building & Encroachment Permits $ 10,639 $ 44,422 $ 101,000 44.0% Business Licenses $ 1,401 $ 3,237 $ 129,900 2.5%
Highlights of General Fund Expenditures:

Current Period YTD FY24/25 Budget % of Budget
Salaries and Benefits $ 559,654 $ 1,731,011 $ 8,307,600 20.8% Operating Expenditures $ 277,669 $ 905,739 $ 3,902,650 23.2% Capital Improvement Projects $ - $ - $ 1,380,000 0.0%
Transfers $ 6,255 $ 1,046,255 $ 1,072,000 97.6%

A/P YTD H/R YTD
Total Number of Checks/DD Processed: 117 390 97 296
Business License Activity:

Current Month
Zone A
Current Month
Zone B
YTD
Zone A
YTD
Zone B
Licenses Issued 3 32 6 64
The Administrative Services Department provides a wide range of comprehensive support services which include: accounting, finance administration and reporting, budgeting, audit, compliance, treasury management, payroll, human resources, recruitments, accounts receivable, local tax collection, accounts payable, procurements, business license management, risk management, information technology for the City.
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Community Development Department Monthly Report for October 2024 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the Community Development Department Monthly Report for October 2024.

BACKGROUND:

See previous months reports
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The following activities were undertaken by the Community Development Department:

DAILY ACTIVITIES
 Answer Phones
 Staff Office hours
 Issue Permits
 Conduct Inspections
** IWORQ electronic permit submittal and issuance launches. Now Accepting permits online! **

SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
Special Event Permits for the following Community Events:

1. Linoberg St (West) Closure, private event (11.16.24)

2. Mutz Bean Feed (12.20.24)

3. Pop Hudson (Christmas) Sing (12.20.24)

4. Turkey Trot (Nov. 29)

5. Christmas Town Sonora (11.29-12.24.24)

6. 2
nd Saturday Street Market (April-October 2025)
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP

FARMERS MARKET
 Coordination meeting to discuss EBT roll out at Market this year. Initial discussion on changes for next year. Another planning meeting to be scheduled.

LINOBERG STREET
 Deliver notices to deliver to surrounding property owners outlining proposed activities on Stewart/Linoberg streets
 Investigate street trees/planters/mosaic/cross walk improvement

CODE ENFORCEMENT
 Fire hazard notices, delinquent Business Licenses, abandoned vehicles, case load followup

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) MANAGEMENT
 Quarterly Report submitted with reimbursements totaling $69,365  Begin work to close out CDBG project (acquisition of fire engines and supporting apparatus)

CALOES PROJECT
 Lighting plan reviewed and approved
 Extension request granted—new project delivery date is June 2025

PER CAPITA (STATE PARKS) GRANT
 Project Status Report submitted identifying projected delivery and expenditures  Pickleball/Basketball court—Staff reviewed preliminary design documents and provided comment. Bid documents to follow approved designs. Fall project bid is anticipated with construction potentially being delayed until Spring 2025.

STOCKTON-WASHINGTON CORRIDOR PROJECT
 Staff is submitting final paperwork for the project and pursuing reimbursements for project expenditures.

ORDINANCE UPDATE(S)
 First draft of new Encroachment Ordinance reviewed internally by staff and stakeholders. The draft ordinance will go to the Planning Commission, public outreach will be held and ultimately it will come to City Council for consideration. The encroachment ordinance will govern activities in City right of way, such as outdoor dining, live music, outdoor landscaping, decorations, speakers, trash bins, etc. 73 Item B.

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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP

PLANNING COMMISSION
 October 14 meeting—Design, Site Plan Review and General Plan Amendment for Propane storage tanks and distribution from 359 Hospital Road

USE PERMIT
 N/A

HOUSING ELEMENT
 Final Draft comments received from Housing and Community Development (HCD). Staff and consultants working to address comments and re-submit for approval. Likely on Council agenda for November 2024.

CALAVERAS STREET PARKING
 Existing lease amendment to create more parking along Calaveras Street approved at October 7th City Council meeting

ENCROACHMENT PERMITS
 Sonora Christmas Parade Application- submitted October 18, 2024 FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal impacts to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: October 21, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Aimee New, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Fire Department - Monthly Report – October 2024 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the Fire Department Monthly Report – October 2024 DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Receive the Fire Department Monthly Report – October 2024 FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

1. City of Sonora Fire Department responded to 155 calls for service in October 2024.

2. Sonora City units responded to emergency calls as follows:
111 - Building fire 3
114 - Chimney or flue fire, confined to chimney or flue 1 130 - Mobile property (vehicle) fire, other 1
131 - Passenger vehicle fire 1
142 - Brush or brush-and-grass mixture fire 1
143 - Grass fire 1
173 - Cultivated trees or nursery stock fire 1
321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 102 75 Item C.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP 322 - Motor vehicle accident with injuries 7
324 - Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 4
531 - Smoke or odor removal 1
551 - Assist police or other governmental agency 1
554 - Assist invalid 6
611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 14
622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 7 651 - Smoke scare, odor of smoke 1
730 - System malfunction, other 5
745 - Alarm system activation, no fire - unintentional 2 Total 159

3. Monthly dollar loss in the City, resulting from fire: 0

4. The average response time during the month: 4.37

5. Automatic or mutual aid given: 58
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Turu VanderWiel, Chief of Police
SUBJECT: Sonora Police Department Monthly Report
RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for October 2024.

BACKGROUND:

Each month, the Sonora Police Department reports on general police activity for the previous month. This list is not all-inclusive and is guided by City Council interest. The reporting format allows for a comparison of activity with the prior month and with the same period during the previous year.

The City is divided into two areas of responsibility, each monitored by our two Police Sergeants. The Sergeants monitor their assigned areas and proactively apply problem-solving community policing principles to address crime trends and other quality-of-life concerns related to public safety.

Most categories in our report reflect criminal case investigation reporting, providing a comprehensive view of our law enforcement efforts. However, it's important to note that these categories primarily indicate the number of criminal cases investigated, rather than the actual number of incidents occurring in the City. Select categories, such as Larceny and Homeless Activity, have dual reporting numbers which reflect both the number of reported occurrences and the number of criminal case investigations. Similarly, the Total Phone Calls / 911 Calls category reflects the number of 911 calls included in the total number of incoming calls to the Sonora Police Department in a given month, offering a more nuanced understanding of our emergency response.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The chart below summarizes activities for October 2024.

Activity October 2024 September
2024
October 2023
Total Incidents 1,219 1,307 1,118
Calls for Service 771 880 707
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP Officer Initiated 448 427 411
Total Arrests 58 50 47
Felony Arrests 18 13 7
Misd. Arrests 40 37 40
Total Reports 138 130 116
Parking Citations 79 36 22
Moving Citations 21 12 15
Domestic Violence 2 4 2
Larceny Inc./Inv. 20/9 17/11 16/5
Total Collisions/Inv. 35/8 28/5 24/9
Homeless Activity 180/38 197/28 140/29
Animal Calls 37 32 34
Public Intox and UID 6 9 5
DUI Arrests 7 4 5
Total Phone Calls /
911 Calls
1,855/291 2,193/356 2,085/273
Average Per Day 60 73 67
Vehicle Releases 12 7 5
FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no Fiscal Impact on the General Fund.
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP ATTACHMENTS (3):

Crimes by Area Report
Area 1 Supervisor Report
Area 2 Supervisor Report.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Homelessness Issues, Training, and Retention 79 Item D.

October 2024 - Crimes by Area
AREA 1 REPORTS:

Violent Crimes:
1 – Felony Child Abuse (with possession of a narcotic controlled substance) 3 – Felony Domestic Violence (one with force likely to cause serious bodily injury and false imprisonment, one with assault with a deadly weapon, other than a firearm) 2 – Felony Battery resulting in Serious Bodily Injury
1 – Felony Criminal Threats
1 – Misdemeanor Domestic Battery
1 – Misdemeanor Violation of a Domestic Violence Order
1 – Misdemeanor Battery on a Person
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
1 – Felony Burglary at a Residence Location
1 – Misdemeanor Business Burglaries (Shoplifting)
1 – Misdemeanor Petty Theft from a Business Location
AREA 2 REPORTS:

Violent Crimes:
1 – Felony Child Abuse
1 – Felony Assault with a firearm (including felony discharge of a firearm at a person and shooting at an inhabited vehicle)
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
1 – Felony Burglary from a Business (including felony vandalism) 1 – Felony Grand Theft from a Residence
2 – Misdemeanor Business Burglary (Shoplifting)
2 – Misdemeanor Petty Theft from a Residence
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Area 1 Supervisor Report October 2024
Neighborhood Watch:

ELKS HILL:
 Sonora PD Officers met with the Elks Hill association to discuss community related issues.

SONORA KNOWLES:
 No updated activity.

Case(s) for discussion:
24-1089-On 10/25/2024, Sonora PD Officers were dispatched to investigate a domestic violence call.

The victim stated she was strangled by her boyfriend after the two of them were engaged in a verbal argument. Officers arrested the boyfriend for felony domestic violence and booked him into the county jail.
24-994-On 10/03/2024, Sonora PD Officers were dispatched to Rotary Park for a report of a physical fight between two males. Officers arrived on scene and noticed one of the subjects bleeding from the mouth and face. The victim stated the suspect attacked him with a metal pipe and knife during an argument. The suspect was arrested and charged with attempted murder. The suspect was later booked into the county jail.

Investigations:
 No notable activity
Range:
 Range qualification is scheduled for December 18th
Fleet:
 No updated activity
Property and Evidence:
 Sergeant Nygard and CSO DaRosa attended the Property and Evidence course in Sacramento.

Respectfully submitted,
Sergeant Eric Nygard
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Area 2 Monthly Supervisor Report
October 2024
Neighborhood Watch:

MYERS HILL:
 No updated activity.

NORTH STEWART:
 No updated activity.

HIGHLAND VIEW:
 No updated activity
Case(s) for discussion:
24-1023- Officers were dispatched to reports of a child possibly under the influence of a controlled substance. Officers conducted an investigation and had the child tested at the local hospital. The child tested positive for being under the influence. The child and their siblings were taken and placed under the care and custody of Child Welfare Services. The child’s parents were placed under arrest for child endangerment and probation violation
24-1047- Officers conducted a traffic stop for a vehicle code violation. During the initial contact, Officers suspected the driver to be under the influence of alcohol. The Officers conducted an investigation and determined the driver to be operating a motor vehicle while under the influence of alcohol. The driver was arrested for driving under the influence, driving on a suspended license, and violation of probation.

K-9:
 The Sonora PD K-9 Handler has continued to utilize his partner for narcotics and has had positive results.
 The K-9 team is actively training twice a month and consistently showing progress.

Reserves/Volunteers/Explorers:
 Sonora PD has completed two backgrounds and are bringing two new volunteers on board. We are happy to have them and look forward to working with them.  We held training on handcuffing. We are running scenarios with the volunteers and explorers to incorporate everything they are learning in trainings.

Recruitment:
 We currently have new officers and dispatchers in the background process with our agency.

Training:
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 We sent two civilian staff members to the annual RIMS conference to get the newest updates for our operating system.
 We sent two Officers to Sacramento for Property and Evidence management training.  In-house training is continually being held during briefings.

Respectfully Submitted,
Sgt. Dominic Bertalotto
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

CITY HALL
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: November 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Michael Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor
SUBJECT: City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for October 2024 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for October 2024.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Events
• Deployed changeable message boards and signage for Trick or Treat Street.

Streets
• Loaded and hauled twelve pay piles from city streets. • Cleaned out weep holes for proper drainage on the block wall on Stewart Street. • Made repairs to a damaged curb on Stewart Street.
• Made repairs to damaged sidewalks on Bradford and Lyons Streets. • Repaired numerous damaged street signs around the city. • Spent several days pot-holing City Streets.
• Returned numerous shopping carts to businesses abandoned on City Streets. • Spent three days removing leaf piles from city streets. • Continued making repairs to the city sidewalks.
• Removed two deceased deer from the city right of way.

Facilities
• Delivered, and stored new tables at the Opera Hall.
• Spent several days cleaning rain gutters on City Facilities buildings. • Cleaned out the ditch behind the Opera Hall.
• Got the heaters functioning for the winter at the Opera Hall. • Removal of graffiti in the restrooms at the Farmers Market on several different occasions.

Parks/Landscapes/Parking Lots
• Monthly inspection of playground equipment at Rotary Park. • Removed damaged glass panel in the Stockton Rd Bus Stop. • Re-bolted down trash cans in Rotary Park.
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CITY HALL
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP • Pressure-washed the stairs in the Mehun Parking lot.
• Removed additional trash cans for the Farmers Market. • Used a blower on city lots weekly.
• Continued with weed spraying in City Parks and Landscapes. • Repainted the storage building door at Rotary Park following graffiti tagging.

Storm Drains
• Cleaned numerous storm drain ditches throughout the city. • Continued cleaning storm drain inlets/outlets with new street sweeper vacuum attachment. • Flushed and viewed via camera the storm drain at Rotary Park. • Excavated debris-filled storm drain ditch on S. Washington St. • Removed trees and vegetation as well as excavated drainage in the wetlands on Old Wards Ferry Rd. • Cleaned out numerous concrete ditches in the Morningstar Dr. area. • Flushed out, and viewed via camera the storm drain culvert following repairs on Hope Ln.

Cemeteries
• Continuing with annual weed spraying at Mountain Shadow. • Spent numerous days weed-eating headstones at Mt Shadow Cemetery. • Pruned numerous Oleander shrubs at Mt Shadow Cemetery. • Filled a sunken plot at Mt Shadow Cemetery.
• Daily-Check messages at Mountain Shadow, and return calls as needed. • Daily Clean irrigation filters during irrigation season. • Marked out plots as requested by the Funeral Home as needed. • Set headstones as requested by the Funeral Home.
• Mowed and edged lawns weekly during spring and summer months.

Miscellaneous
• Daily unlock, and service all public restrooms.
• Removed numerous Chamber of Commerce banners from city streetlight poles. • Put up weekly event banners downtown.
• Collected garbage twice a week in all City parking lots, Landscapes, and Parks. • Monthly fleet vehicle inspections.
• Twice weekly- Run Street sweeper early morning on a rotating street schedule throughout the city.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Homelessness Issues
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Sonora City CouncilNovember 18, 2024

Sonora City Council
November 18, 2024