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
CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Agenda
Monday, December 16, 2024
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on December 16, 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 [email protected].
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
CLOSED SESSION - 4:00 PM
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. ROLL CALL
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS
4. ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION
A. Conference with Legal Counsel - Liability Claim (Government Code Section §54956.95): Two (2) Potential Cases, Claimant: Crummey, Claimant: Krista; Agency Claimed Against: City of Sonora; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.
5. RECONVENE INTO OPEN SESSION
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM
6. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
7. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
8. ROLL CALL
9. CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
10. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
11. 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.
12. PRESENTATIONS
A. Receive a Presentation on the Results of the Impact Assessment Study Related to Joining Pioneer Community Energy; Lisa DeLaby, Pioneer Community Outreach Manager, Gina Stassi-Vanacore, Pioneer Director of Communications; and Robbie Bergstrom, Tuolumne County Economic Development. (20 minutes)
B. Receive an Update from the President of the Sonora Chamber of Commerce Katie Dunn; Tracy Skelly; Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk. (10 minutes) 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
C. Receive a Presentation on How the City’s New Online Permit Management System Works for Our Residents, Contractors and Businesses Pulling Permits in the City of Sonora; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director. (15 minutes)
13. 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 June 9, 2023; October 1, 2024; and November 18, 2024; Stacy Enos-Del Razo; Deputy City Clerk.
B. Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $204,663.21 and $177,609.99 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.
C. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the November 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director D. Consider Approval of the City of Sonora’s Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund Report as Presented for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024; Carlye Buchholz, PE, PLS, City Engineer; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.
14. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-4 in the Amount of $20,000.00 to Conduct Investigations, Land Surveying, and Preliminary Design of Drainage Improvements to Correct the Failure of a 12” CMP Storm Drainpipe Located between the Properties of 191 and 207 Elk Drive; Mike Pugh, City Engineer; and Melissa Eads, City Administrator.
B. Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-5 in the Amount of $36,333.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for the New Public Works Maintenance Building; Mike Pugh, City Engineer; and Melissa Eads, City Administrator.
C. Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-6 in the Amount of $24,919.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for the New Pickleball Court at Woods Creek Rotary Park; Mike Pugh, City Engineer; and Melissa Eads, City Administrator.
D. Consider Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Habitat for Humanity to Rehabilitate the Structure Located at 290 S. Stewart Street from a Multi-Use Building with Commercial Zoning into a 4-Unit Rental; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director. 3 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
15. MONTHLY REPORTS
A. Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Report for October 2024 (FY24/25); Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
B. Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Departments Monthly Report for November 2024; Tyler Summersett; Community Development Director.
C. Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for November 2024; Aimee New, Fire Chief.
D. Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for November 2024; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.
E. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Monthly report for November 2024; Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor.
16. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
17. 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.
4 “We Support the Board of Supervisors in achieving their goals through service & collaboration with the County Departments and the Community” 2 South Green Street Sonora, California 95370
Telephone: (209) 533-5532 E-mail: [email protected] www.tuolumnecounty.ca.gov
Economic Development
a division of the
County Administration Office
Robbie Bergstrom
Senior Administrative Analyst
Date: November 5, 2024
To: Honorable Board of Supervisors
From: Robbie Bergstrom, Senior Administrative Analyst, Economic Development
Subject: Presentation to Tuolumne County Supervisors on Results of Impact Assessment Study Related to Joining Pioneer
Community Energy
Recommendation
Provide staff direction on moving forward to join Pioneer Community Energy (Pioneer).
Background
At the June 11, 2024, Board of Supervisors meeting, Pioneer Community Energy (“Pioneer”) staff made a presentation to the Tuolumne County Supervisors about the benefits of joining a Community Choice Aggregation (“CCA”) in general and Pioneer specifically. The Board authorized funding an Impact Assessment Study (“IAS”) and directed staff to return upon the completion of the study to consider whether Tuolumne County would join Pioneer, a Joint Powers Authority.
The purpose of an IAS is to determine projected financial outcomes related to the expansion of Pioneer’s service territory. While it is difficult to predict with certainty future operating results in a historically volatile industry, the study provides best available information regarding energy products pricing, customer energy usage, administration cost, and other key considerations are complied. The results of the IAS are a key decision point in the expansion process.
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2 Pioneer commissioned Pacific Energy Advisors (“PEA”) to conduct the study. PEA is highly experienced and well-respected in the industry in the preparation of such studies and has prepared these studies before for Pioneer, including similar assessments for other CCAs and Pioneer’s expansion into El Dorado County, and the cities of Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Placerville. The study examined 24 consecutive months of data for Tuolumne County’s electricity customers for consumption patterns and electricity load requirements, then created a forecast of future consumption, costs, and impacts to Pioneer’s energy portfolio. The study also examined many different scenarios and optimal timing for expansion. The study was completed in September 2024.
Power supply is the primary driver for being able to move forward and in determining the timing of service launch. There are three significant components of power supply: (1) energy; (2) resource adequacy; and (3) renewable energy. Energy prices are correlated to the movement of natural gas prices and have experienced a favorable direction in pricing. However, Resource Adequacy and renewable energy are supply-constrained, with price pressure that is artificially created through regulatory decisions and an increase in demand for renewables by load serving entities complying with the Renewable Portfolio Standards (RPS). RPS standards require at least 60% of the energy portfolio be renewable by 2030 and private industry is driven by their environmental targets.
The Impact Assessment Study found:
Expansion into Tuolumne County represents the addition of 30,392 customers and 249,798 MWh annually to Pioneer’s current service area. Expansion into Tuolumne County is possible. However, expansion represents many portfolio implications for Pioneer that must be addressed, particularly. When comparing current rates to projected power supply costs at time of launch, the study supports expansion in October 2027.
The driver for the timing is the Resource Adequacy and renewable energy markets, which remain tight and many new-build renewable resources are not yet online, making procurement challenging.
Additionally, it is recommended to defer any launch until after Summer 2027 when further projects are expected online and to avoid expensive summer pricing. The economics of a 2026 service launch are not feasible. 6 Item A.
3 Study findings were presented to the Pioneer Governing Board at its September 19 meeting. The Pioneer Board supports expansion with an extended timeline that ensures rate competitiveness and allows Pioneer’s procurement team to research and contract for the needed renewables and Resource Adequacy to meet the demands of an increased service territory.
Pioneer staff anticipates adequate resources will be available for an October 2027 launch but cannot with certainty predict if the entire electrical load can be served at once or will require a phase-in approach. Subsequently, Pioneer staff has issued a Request for Offer (“RFO”) to gather intelligence on the market on resource availability.
Pioneer recommends shifting the expansion timeline by 2-3 months to do the necessary research on the availability of Resource Adequacy and renewable resources, which is critical to protecting rate competitiveness. Instead of submitting the Implementation Plan to the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC) in December 2024, Pioneer will submit the Plan in March 2025 for an October 2027 service launch. The CPUC then will approve or deny the plan by the end of June 2025.
Assuming the Implementation Plan is approved, Tuolumne County will have another opportunity to discuss and reaffirm joining Pioneer in Summer 2025, for an October 2027 launch.
Fiscal Impact
The total cost of the IAS was $30,000. Pioneer paid 50%, which is $15,000 of the cost.
Based on the findings of the IAS, Tuolumne County uses 249,794 megawatt-hour (MWh) annually, and the City of Sonora 38,612 MWh annually, for a total of 288,410 annually. Applying this percentage of use, Tuolumne County will pay $12,992 and City of Sonora $2,008. This has been included in the general fund in the recommended budget.
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EXPANSION OUTLOOK
City of Sonora
December 16, 2024
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Background
2023 • Tuolumne County began initial research into the benefits of Community Choice Aggregation
• Initial conversations with Pioneer Community Energy
Spring/Summer
2024
• Tuolumne County Board of Supervisors and City of Sonora receive presentation from Pioneer Community Energy with staff
recommendation to join Pioneer
• Board agrees to commission an Impact Assessment Study to determine the feasibility of service expansion
• City of Sonora agrees to co-commission the study
o Expansion must make financial sense for all parties
o Pioneer must have the ability to serve the increased load Summer 2024 • Impact Assessment Study is conducted
Fall 2024 • Study results are shared with Pioneer’s Expansion Committee and Board of Directors
o Pioneer shares study findings and Board recommendations with jurisdictions; presents findings to Board/Councils
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You Are Not Alone…
10 Item A.
Two Questions to Answer
• Does it make financial sense to move
forward with expansion?
o Purpose of the Impact Assessment Study
o Go/No-Go Decision Point
• Do we have the power supply resources to
serve?
o Answers the timing of the launch
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City of Sonora Customer
Information
Expansion to City of Sonora customers would represent an approximate 2% increase to Pioneer retail sales.
Data above are unadjusted for opt-out assumptions and
excludes standby accounts.
Classification Accounts
Annual
Energy
(MWh)
Average
Customer Usage
(kWh/Mo.)
Residential 2,476 15,568 524
Com/Ind 637 22,863 2,991
Street Lighting 92 181 164
Total 3,205 38,612 1,004
Peak Demand
(MW)
8 -
500
1,000
1,500
2,000
GWh per Year
PIONEER SONORA
-
50,000
100,000
150,000
200,000
Accounts
PIONEER SONORA
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Assumptions in the Study
• Examined 2 years of consecutive data (2022/2023)
• Projected revenues from current rates
o Very conservative approach
o Current rates average 7% discount
• Power Supply
o Energy
o Renewable Energy
o Resource Adequacy
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Fiscal Impact Summary
• *Reflects partial year of service for fiscal year ending June 30, 2028. • Prior to Pioneer expansion, other implementation costs would be incurred. Such costs may be related to utility service fees, marketing and outreach, regulatory and legal representation, internal operations, resource planning and procurement.
FYE 2028 FYE 2029 FYE 2030 Total
Revenue ($MM) $ 162.8 $ 254.8 $ 260.1 $ 677.7
Operating Expenses
($MM)
$ 141.9 $ 252.4 $ 252.0 $ 646.3
Net Operating Margin
($MM) $ 21.0 $ 2.4 $ 8.1 $ 31.4
Electricity Sales (MWh) 1,264,837 1,848,607 1,886,873 5,077,642 Avg. Revenue ($/MWh) $ 128.82 $ 135.04 $ 135.04 $ 133.47 Avg. Expense ($/MWh) $ 112.15 $ 133.77 $ 130.86 $ 127.28 Avg. Margin ($/MWh) $ 16.57 $ 1.27 $ 4.18 $ 6.19
Avg. Margin (% of Rev) 13% 1% 3% 5%
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Pioneer Board Direction
• Pioneer’s Board received a
presentation on Sept. 19th on the
results of the study
• Study recommended launch of
October 2027
• Pioneer would like to confirm all
parties remain on course to join
• Pioneer Board to meet in December
to vote on the expansion process
15 Item A.
Next Steps
Sept 2024
Initial study results
shared with
Expansion
Committee
Oct-Nov 2024
Staff analyzes
resource
constraints and
creates
enrollment
phasing
schedule
Dec 2024
Staff brings enrollment
phasing schedule to
Expansion Committee
for Board
recommendation
Oct-Dec 2024
Study findings
shared with
staff and
prospective
new member
agencies
Jan-Feb 2025
City of Sonora
adopts
ordinance,
1 st and 2nd
readings
completed by
February
Feb-Mar 2025
Implementation
Plan
Amendment
submitted to
CPUC
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Thank you for your time today
Questions:
Gina Stassi-Vanacore Lisa DeLaby
Director of Communications Community Outreach Manager
[email protected] [email protected] December 16, 2024
17 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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk SUBJECT: President of the Sonora Chamber of Commerce Katie Dunn RECOMMENDATION:
Receive an Update from the President of the Sonora Chamber of Commerce Katie Dunn.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
President Sonora Chamber of Commerce Katie Dunn will Present an Update on the Chamber Activities to the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
There are no Core Council Priorities.
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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 19, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: IWORQ Permit Management Demonstration
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive a Presentation on How the City’s New Online Permit Management System Works for Our Residents, Contractors and Businesses Pulling Permits in the City of Sonora.
BACKGROUND:
The Community Development Department is responsible for Building, Landscape, Signage, Home Occupation, Transient Use, Special Event and Encroachment Permits. Until early November, all of these permits have been processed in hard copy. While forms were available online, they still needed to be printed and brought into the office.
This process was time and resource intensive, as staff fielded numerous calls with questions about which permit to complete and associated steps/timelines. Inspections for permitted work required homeowners and contractors to call for a Tuesday or Thursday appointment. Lots of printing and scanning were associated with each individual permit. Finally, payments needed to be made either in person or arranged through email coordination with the filling out of more forms and additional scanning!
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
The City contracted with IWORQ earlier this year after interviewing multiple companies and platforms that offered similar online permitting solutions.
In early November staff completed all the training and set up required to launch the online permitting system for our community. IWORQ is linked to the City website, so community members wanting to pull a permit can simply go the City website to begin the process. Coming to the office is no longer required. Calling to scheduling an inspection is unnecessary. Coming to City Hall to pay for a permit can now be accomplished online! This is simplifying the permitting process for homeowners, contractors and businesses. This program is saving staff valuable time and resources (printing, copying, scanning, answering phones). 19 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 There is a desktop computer in the building office so staff can help with the transition. This allows us to walk contractors and those pulling permits through the process together, if desired.
Staff will demonstrate the process involved with pulling a permit for illustration purposes.
FISCAL IMPACT:
IWORQ was previously included in the City budget. The building permit management suite was $8500. This cost also includes a Code Enforcement platform and the ability to accept online payments.
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan 20 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 DATE: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Stacy-Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Meeting Minutes from June 9, 2023; October 1, 2024; and November 18, 2024 RECOMMENDATION:
Approve City Council Meeting Minutes from June 9, 2023; October 1, 2024; and November 18, 2024 BACKGROUND:
Staff Recommends that the City Council Approve Meeting Minutes from June 9, 2023; October 1, 2024; and November 18, 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal impact to the General Fund.
ATTACHMENTS:
Meeting Minutes from June 9, 2023; October 1, 2024; and November 18, 2024.
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
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
CITY OF SONORA
City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Friday, June 09, 2023
9:30 AM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have a special meeting on Friday, June 9, 2023, from 9:30 AM to 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 MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC MAY PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING VIA VIDEO CONFERENCING AT:
Zoom Meeting Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/85388218907?pwd=V3ZNcml4NWdqSU1OdEZIaEs2M2RiZz09 Dial: (669) 444-9171
Meeting ID: 853 8821 8907
Passcode: 961475
MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC WILL BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE COMMENTS.
THIS MEETING WILL BE LIVE STREAMED ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE AT www.sonoraca.com.
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 [email protected].
CALL TO ORDER - 9:30 AM
Called to order at 9:36 AM.
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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
ROLL CALL/WELCOME/INTRODUCTIONS
PRESENT
Mayor Mark Plummer
Mayor Pro Tem Ann Segerstrom
Councilmember Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Matt Hawkins
Councilmember Andy Merrill
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment.
NEW BUSINESS
1. Strategic Planning Session Agenda - Citygate Associates, LLC
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 6:08 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).
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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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
CITY OF SONORA
City Council Special Meeting Minutes
Tuesday, October 01, 2024
12:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have a special meeting on Tuesday, October 1, 2024, at 12:00 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 12:00 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 [email protected].
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 livestreaming 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.
CALL TO ORDER - 12:00 PM
Called to order at 12:00 PM.
ROLL CALL / PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Andy Merrill
Councilmember Stephen Opie
PUBLIC COMMENT
No public comment.
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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
NEW BUSINESS
1. Federal and State Emergency Management Training - Preparative Consulting
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 4:00 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).
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.
25 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
CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
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 [email protected].
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
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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
Called to order at 5:00 PM.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Stephen Opie led the Pledge of Allegiance.
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz
Councilmember Bess Levine (Attended on ZOOM)
Councilmember Andy Merrill
Councilmember Stephen Opie
CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda was posted on Friday, November 15, 2024 at 10:58 AM.
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 Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie
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.
Katie Dunn President Sonora Chamber of Commerce gave an update on the Christmas Parade and decorating for Christmas Town; informed those in attendance the RACK Card for Christmas Town and list of events is available; and shared with the Council a Thank you Note from St. James Church.
Julie Johnson Resident Leader Sonora Knolls Dragoon Gulch Fire Wise Committee shared concerns over the increase in fee for Debris Pick-Up.
Louis Mastro Sonora Business Watch and Business Owner shared concerns over the Crime on Washington Street.
27 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
A member of the public informed those in attendance the Downtown Business are having an added hardship with the increase in fees from PG&E and TUD; shared concerns about the drivers on Washington Street; the trash cans need to be cleaned; and the community needs to think about the passage of Proposition 36.
PRESENTATIONS
1. Receive an Introduction and Swearing in of Police Officer Rylan Matyshock; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.
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.
2. 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.
3. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the October 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
4. 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.
Mayor Ann Segerstrom asked for clarification on Tuolumne County Public Power Authority and Keenan Associates.
Chris Gorsky Administrative Services Director explained both items.
5. 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.
Mayor Ann Segerstrom and Councilmember Andy Merrill asked for clarification on the propane tanks size and use of the rail line.
Tyler Summersett Community Development Director gave an explanation.
Motion made by Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Seconded by Councilmember Andy Merrill. Voting Yea:
Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie
28 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
NEW BUSINESS
6. Consider Adoption of the City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook; Doug White, City Attorney, Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.
Tracy Skelly Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk presented to those in attendance the updated City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook.
Mayor Ann Segerstrom and Councilmember Andy Merrill shared their comments and concerns.
Doug White City Attorney confirmed any amendments to the Handbook would require adoption of a Resolution in Open Session.
A member of the public shared comments .
Motion made by Councilmember Stephen Opie, Seconded by Councilmember Andy Merrill. Voting Yea:
Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Suanne Cruz, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Andy Merrill, Councilmember Stephen Opie
7. Consider Approval of the Mayor’s Change of Appointment to the Central Sierra Economic Development District (CSEDD); Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.
Tracy Skelly Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk explained to those in attendance the new appointment.
Mayor Ann Segerstrom gave background information for the change to the appointment.
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
MONTHLY REPORTS
8. Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Report for September 2024 (FY24/25): Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
9. Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.
Tyler Summersett Community Development Director shared with those in attendance the soft launch of the online permitting process.
29 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
10. Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Aimee New, Fire Chief.
11. Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.
12. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for October 2024; Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor.
COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Vice Mayor Suzanne Cruz attended the Forestry Departments Bike Trail meeting; and the dedication of the first in the state of California Women's Veterans Memorial located in Twain Harte.
Councilmember Andy Merrill shared with those in attendance Dollar Dump Day is November 23rd for all Tuolumne County Residents; received a Clean California Grant that will feature the new Solid Waste mascot; attended the Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC) meeting, Committee on Homelessness; and Amador Tuolumne County Action Agency (ATCAA) is having a fundraising event, Adopt a Family.
Councilmember Bess Levine attended the Housing Coalition meeting; Visit Tuolumne County; and Natural Resources Advisory Committee.
Councilmember Stephen Opie had nothing to report.
Melissa Eads City Administrator updated those in attendance regarding Hospital Road.
Mayor Ann Segerstrom attended the Special Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) meeting; Sonora Chamber Leader and the Mayor did a radio program on Mother Lode Views for the parade and Christmas Town; attended the Central Sierra Economic Development (CSED) meeting; spoke with Alex Bloom and the crew from Cal State Fullerton on broad ban; attended the Tuolumne Chamber Gala; decorated for Christmas Town; and the Tuolumne County Resource Conservation District and Fire Wise Communities will have a Townhall on December 4th at 5:30 PM.
ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 5:55 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).
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 30 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
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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer
SUBJECT: Disbursements in the Amount of $204,663.21 and $177,609.99 for Payroll RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $204,663.21 and $177,609.99 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 third (3
rd) payrolls of the month, the expected amount of the
second payroll was slightly higher due to a leave balance payout.
These were the 10th and 11th payrolls of 26 for FY24-25, we would have expected to expend 42.31% of the budgeted amount. In total, we have expended 36.77% of the Salaries and Wages for the FY24-25 budget.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Disbursements are part of the approved FY24-25 Budget.
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention 32 Item B.
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: December 16, 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 November 2024 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for the November 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 November 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 34 Item C.
City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 11/1/2024 Through 11/30/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 201961 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 439.33 Check No 201962 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 795.24 Check No 201963 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200015 Silke Communications 350.00 Check No 201964 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200016 Tuolumne County Public Power A... 3,778.27 Check No 201965 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 43.50 Check No 201966 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 426.83 Check No 201967 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 376.88 Check No 201968 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200046 TK Elevator 960.82 Check No 201969 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200072 United Site Services 97.93 Check No 201970 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200080 JTM Cleaning Co. 800.00 Check No 201971 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200095 Sonora AIRCO Gas & Gear 160.00 Check No 201972 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200113 Nate's Tree Service 31,950.00 Check No 201973 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 413.81 Check No 201974 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200278 Allstar Fire Equipment 3,837.79 Check No 201975 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200429 Sierra Veterinary Care 68.93 Check No 201976 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200598 Top Dog Police K9 Training & Con... 250.00 Check No 201977 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200714 T-N-T Paving & Excavating 3,750.00 Check No 201978 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2009 Mike Lagomarsino 187.65 Check No 201979 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 545.22 Check No 201980 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 119.34 Check No 201981 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 31.06 Check No 201982 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200018 U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Sy... 12,020.48 Check No 201983 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 154.70 Check No 201984 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 337.51 Check No 201985 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 170.91 Check No 201986 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 766.72 Check No 201987 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 2,534.26 Check No 201988 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 1,034.60 Check No 201989 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200065 ProClean Supply 114.86 Check No 201990 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200066 Muni Sevices / Avenu 1,169.40 Check No 201991 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200084 Hi-Tech Emergency Vehicle Servic... 13,471.67 Check No 201992 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200090 American River Benefit Administra... 39.50 Check No 201993 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200117 Verizon Wireless 38.01 Check No 201994 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 973.86 Check No 201995 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 201996 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 288.00 Check No 201997 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200231 Visit Tuolumne County 43,344.17 Check No 201998 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 1,536.43 Check No 201999 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200325 Cascade Fire Equipment 1,277.51 Check No 202000 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200453 L. N. Curtis and Sons, Inc. 6,130.34 Check No Date: 12/9/24 11:47:39 AM Page: 1
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City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 11/1/2024 Through 11/30/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202001 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200454 McClatchy Company LLC 365.00 Check No 202002 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 202003 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200694 Douglas Lorimer 899.42 Check No 202004 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200717 Mallory Safety and Supply LLC 1,752.91 Check No 202005 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200721 Viney's Italian Kitchen 35.00 Check No 202006 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2031 Jennifer Hannula 45.00 Check No 202007 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2032 Darlene Gibson 250.00 Check No 202008 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 1,454.66 Check No 202009 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200010 American Tower 1,505.92 Check No 202010 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 871.03 Check No 202011 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 90.18 Check No 202012 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 134.75 Check No 202013 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 784.13 Check No 202014 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200026 Department of Justice 1,072.00 Check No 202015 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 63.90 Check No 202016 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 326.68 Check No 202017 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 145.50 Check No 202018 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 41.89 Check No 202019 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200063 Kellie's Cleaning Service 490.00 Check No 202020 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200067 Sentry Alarm Systems 126.00 Check No 202021 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200088 Waypoint Network Solutions LLC 780.00 Check No 202022 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200217 Employment Development Depart... 439.00 Check No 202023 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons, Inc. 3,895.82 Check No 202024 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200283 California Peace Officers' Associat... 474.00 Check No 202025 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200303 Pat Perry 283.87 Check No 202026 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200402 Viking Shred 119.98 Check No 202027 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 14,484.00 Check No 202028 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200499 Axon Enterprise, Inc. 39,759.62 Check No 202029 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200616 Granite Peak Alarms LLC 480.00 Check No 202030 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200722 Daniel Kitchen 32.00 Check No 202031 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200723 Preparative Consulting 3,000.00 Check No 202032 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2050 Michael Rainbolt 480.77 Check No 202033 11/21/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2074 Dominic Bertalotto 175.00 Check No 202034 11/25/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 2,074.96 Check No 202035 11/25/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200692 Vanir Construction Management, I... 9,060.00 Check No 202036 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 170.91 Check No 202037 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 344.62 Check No 202038 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 983.96 Check No 202039 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200069 Signal Service 345.00 Check No 202040 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 764.40 Check No Date: 12/9/24 11:47:39 AM Page: 2
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City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 11/1/2024 Through 11/30/2024
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202041 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 202042 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200251 Bank of America 741.62 Check No 202043 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 202044 11/26/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200692 Vanir Construction Management, I... 5,310.00 Check No ACH065 11/7/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200608 Enterprise FM Trust 20,547.04 Voucher No ACH066 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200301 RingCentral 579.13 Voucher No ACH067 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 3,442.11 Voucher No ACH068 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 2,019.35 Voucher No ACH069 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 799.42 Voucher No ACH070 11/14/2024 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 1,983.29 Voucher No Report Total 262,271.37
Date: 12/9/24 11:47:39 AM Page: 3
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Carlye Buchholz, PE, PLS, City Engineer; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director SUBJECT: Fiscal Year 2024 Traffic Impact Mitigation Report RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of the City of Sonora’s Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund Report as Presented for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2024.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
California Government Code Title 7. Division 1. Chapter 5. Section 66006. requires that a local agency requiring the payment of a fee in connection with the approval of a development project make available to the public certain information for each fund or separate account established by the collection of such fees within 180 days after the last day of each fiscal year.
The information available to the public shall include:
A brief description of the type of fee in the account or fund.
1. The amount of the fee.
2. The beginning and ending balance of the account or fund.
3. The amount of fees collected, and the interest earned.
4. An identification of each public improvement on which fees were expended and the amount of the expenditures on each improvement, including the total percentage of the cost of the public improvement that was funded with fees.
5. An identification of an approximate date by which the construction of the public improvement will commence if the local agency determines that sufficient funds have been collected to complete financing on an incomplete public improvement and the public improvement remains incomplete.
6. A description of each interfund transfer or loan made from the account or fund.
7. The amount of refunds made.
The local agency shall review the information made available to the public at the next regularly scheduled public meeting not less than 15 days after this information is made available to the public. 38 Item D.
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 The Fiscal Year 2024 Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund Report is set forth in Attachment A. Project information related to the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund is listed in Attachment B. This report was made available to the public on December 16, 2024. A complete copy of the report is available for review at City Hall Administration located at 94 N. Washington Street Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 4:00 PM and on the City’s website.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment “A” – Annual Report on Traffic Mitigation Fund FY 2024 Attachment “B” - Project Information Related to Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund Resolution 11-16-98
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan.
39 Item D.
1,102,271.66
10,485.00
45,079.92
1,157,836.58
(353,650.00)
Beginning Cash Balance July 1, 2023
Fees Collected
Interest Received
Ending Cash Balance June 30, 2024
Less encumbered amount (Signalization Sanguinette/Old Wards Ferry) Net Funds Availbale for Projects 804,186.58
Traffic Impact Mitigation Fees are collected pursuant to Chapter 3.50 of the Sonora Municipal Code established in 1991 and City Council Resolution 11-16-98-A which adopted Traffic Impact Mitigation Fees based on an Updated Study of County Wide Circulation Improvement Needs.
Traffic Impact Mitigation Fees for individual development projects are determined by the Community Development Director from Exhibit B (Fee Schedule) of Resolution 11-16-98-A. The number of new trips per day for the development project is determined from the Fee Schedule and multiplied by the escalated fee per trip at the time of the Building Permit application in accordance with Resolution 11-16-98-A.
There were no loans made from the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund during Fiscal Year 2024.
There were no refunds made from the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund during Fiscal Year 2024.
Attachment A
CITY OF SONORA
ANNUAL REPORT ON TRAFFIC IMPACT MITIGATION FUND
FISCAL YEAR 2024
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ATTACHMENT B
Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Traffic Impact Mitigation Fund Report This attachment addresses items 5) and 6) of the main report on the subject matter, and project expenditures listed on Attachment A
5) An identification of each public improvement on which fees were expended, and the amount of the expenditures on each improvement, including the total percentage of the cost of the public improvement that was funded with fees.
1. NONE
6) An identification of an approximate date by which the construction of the public improvement will commence if the local agency determines that sufficient funds have been collected to complete financing on an incomplete public improvement, and the public improvement remains incomplete. Projects listed under the County-wide Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee Program which are within the County are programmed by the County, and those projects which are within the City are programmed by the City, all based upon available funding. For those incomplete projects on the list of improvements which are within the City, the following projects are scheduled based upon available funding, environmental, and anticipated property acquisition:
2. Other signalization projects and projects listed in the Traffic Impact Mitigation Fee program will be scheduled as traffic warrants are met and funding is available. 41 Item D.
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Melissa Eads, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Consider Approval of Task Order 25-4 in the Amount of $20,000.00 for the Dewberry Engineers Inc. Team to Provide Engineering and Surveying Services to Investigate the Failure of the Storm Drain between 191 Elk Drive and 207 Elk Drive and Provide Design Solutions.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-4 in the Amount of $20,000.00 to Conduct Investigations, Land Surveying, and Preliminary Design of Drainage Improvements to Correct the Failure of a 12” CMP Storm Drainpipe Located between the Properties of 191 and 207 Elk Drive.
BACKGROUND:
The storm drain between 191 Elk Drive and 207 Elk Drive has failed causing significant erosion of the hillside between the properties. Residents of 207 Elk Drive have contacted the City requesting repairs. The 12" storm drainpipe was originally installed as part of the County’s Elks Hill Subdivision improvements in the mid-1950s and the City annexed the Elks Hill / Saratoga Acres area in 1972.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
The cause of the failure is unknown at this time. The Dewberry team will perform an analysis to determine the reason for the failure of the storm drain and prepare a preliminary design for the repair. Coordination with the Property Owners will be needed to investigate the failure and develop a solution. Coordination with TUD may be required if the proposed storm drain alignment needs to be relocated into the adjacent TUD sewer easement.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Estimated Cost of this Task is $20,000. The Funding for this Project was Included in the FY 24/25 Budget which was Passed by the City Council on June 17, 2024.
ATTACHMENTS:
Task Order 25-4: 191 &207 Elk Drive Drainage Rehabilitation Engineering Services.
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness. 49 Item A.
December 9, 2024
City of Sonora
Attn: Ms. Melissa Eads
94 N. Washington Street
Sonora, CA 95370
Subject: Task Order No. 25-4: 191 & 207 Elk Drive Drainage Rehabilitation Engineering Services Dear Ms. Eads,
Thank you for the opportunity to submit this Task Order to provide design, construcon engineering, and survey and boundary research.
Project Understanding
An exisng storm drain pipe within a City Drainage Easement located between 191 and 207 Elk Drive has failed. Unable to drain as intended, the stormwater is overtopping the curb and releasing down the hillside between the properes, causing erosion of the soil. We believe it is in the best interest of the City to invesgate the exact cause of the failure within the storm drain system. As appropriate, a design soluon will be developed and may require the determinaon of proper land rights which accommodate the soluon. Acquision of addional land rights will be considered separately from this task order.
Scope of Work
Task 1 - Inves
ga
on
• Coordinate and review CCTV footage
• Research potential alternate design solutions
Task 2 – Property Owner Coordina
on
• Coordinate with Property Owners for when Crews will be on-site • Coordinate potential design solutions with Property Owners Task 3 – Topographic Survey and Easement Coordina
on
• Prepare a topographic survey
• Locate the existing storm drain pipe within the City Drainage Easement Task 4 – Preliminary Design, as necessary
• Prepare a preliminary design using one preferred design alternative • Prepare a Preliminary Engineer’s Estimate of Probable Construction Cost
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Mike Pugh, City Engineer; Melissa Eads, City Administrator SUBJECT: Consider Approval of Dewberry Engineers Inc. (Dewberry) Task Order 25-5 in the Amount of $36,333.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for a New Public Works Maintenance Building at 111 W School Street.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-5 in the Amount of $36,333.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for the New Public Works Maintenance Building.
BACKGROUND:
The new building is being funded through a Cal OES grant that is replacing a building previously lost in a fire. The building will consist of a pre-engineered metal building and will be constructed at the City of Sonora Public Works shop yard at 111 W School Street. Under Dewberry Engineers’ City Engineering Services Contract for the City of Sonora, Dewberry will provide the engineering services needed to prepare the design and construction documents (Plans and Specifications) for the Public Works Maintenance Building Project.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
In order to construct the new public works building, a set of construction plans is needed to solicit construction bids, select a contractor, and perform the construction work. Under the proposed scope of work in Task Order 25- 5, Dewberry would provide the following services:
1. Prepare the site civil plans for the building layout on the City of Sonora Public Works shop yard at 111 W School Street
2. Prepare the structural foundation plans for the pre-engineered metal building.
3. Prepare the performance specifications, to be included as notes on the plans, for the pre-engineered building.
4. Prepare the waterline service plans for the new building.
5. Prepare the electrical services plans for the new building.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated total cost of this work is $36,333. The funding for this project is part of the Cal OES Public Works Building Project. A Budget Adjustment for FY 24/25 is included to allocate funding for this Task Order. 52 Item B.
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:
Task Order No. 25-5 Public Works Maintenance Building Design Services Budget Adjustment
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan
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Charges to Date
Staff Task Hours Rate TotalElise Barco - Civil Design and Plan Development 4 $129.70 $518.80Mathew Madrano - Civil Design and Plan Development 71.5 $62.22 $4,448.73Todd Pretzer - CADD Design and Plan Development 18 $107.78 $1,940.04 $6,907.57
EETS Sub Contract - Electrical Design and Plan Development $12,080.00Cost to CompleteStaff Hours Rate TotalMike Pugh - PM Struct Design and Plan Development 8 $336.56 $2,692.48 Construction Support 8 $336.56 $2,692.48
Greg Gross - Civil Design and Plan Development 8 $257.14 $2,057.12 Construction Support 16 $257.14 $4,114.24
Elise Barco - Civil Design and Plan Development 0 $129.70 $0.00Camila Martinez - Civil Design and Plan Development 0 $106.99 $0.00Mathew Madrano - Civil Design and Plan Development 24 $62.22 $1,493.28Christian Aguiar -Water Design and Plan Development 16 $106.82 $1,709.12Todd Pretzer - CADD Design and Plan Development 24 $107.78 $2,586.72 $17,345.44
Total : $36,333.01
Maintenance Building Task Order
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Fund Project Description Amount Fund Account # Project Description Amount 150 6031 Grant Revenues $36,500.00 150 53050 6031 PW Building Project $36,500.00 $36,500 $36,500
Authorization
Entered By:
Department Head
Finance Director
(Date)
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CalOES - PW Maintenance Building
Total Total
Transfers From and Transfer To Should Be Equal (Unless Part of Council Approved Budget) (Date)
Transaction Date
Document Number
Finance Use Only
City of Sonora
Budget Transfer Request Form
Date:
Finance Department
Fiscal Year:
Department: Budget Transfer #
FY2024/25
Account #
Transfer To:
Department
9810 45010 9810
Transfer From:
Department
To Post Budget Adjustment for engineering Tas Order #25-5 - Public Works Maintenance Building Project REQUIRED: Please provide justification to support the need for the budget transfer. (Date)
City Administrator
(Date)
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Mike Pugh, City Engineer; Melissa Eads, City Administrator SUBJECT: Consider Approval of Dewberry Engineers Inc. (Dewberry) Task Order 25-6 in the Amount of $24,919.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for a New Pickle Ball Court at Woods Creek Rotary Park.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of Dewberry’s Task Order 25-6 in the Amount of $24,919.00 to Perform the Design and Engineering Services for the New Pickleball Court at Woods Creek Rotary Park.
BACKGROUND:
A new Pickle Ball Court is proposed to be constructed at the Woods Creek Rotary Park at a location that was originally slated for a new half-court basketball court placed. Dewberry will provide the engineering services needed to prepare the design and construction documents (Plans and Specifications) for the Pickle Ball Court.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
In order to construct the new Pickle Ball Court public, a set of construction plans is needed to solicit construction bids, select a contractor, and perform the construction work. Under the proposed scope of work in Task Order 25- 6, Dewberry will use the plans prepared for the basketball court, convert and update them for a pickleball court and provide the following services:
1. Revise the site civil plans for the pickle ball court checking site drainage to prevent nuisance water from adjacent grass irrigation from draining onto the court.
2. Updating the court layout to accommodate pickleball play as well as half-court basketball play
3. Providing a fence layout and gate configuration around the court
4. Providing fence and gate details and performance specifications, to be included as notes on the plans
5. Prepare the performance specifications for the court surfacing, to be included as notes on the plans.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The estimated total cost of this work is $24,919. This work will be funded through the General Fund. Attached is a Budget Adjustment to re-allocate funding in the FY 24/25 Budget. 57 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 ATTACHMENTS:
Task Order No. 25-6 Pickle Ball Court at Woodcreek Rotary Park Design Services Budget Adjustment
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan
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Charges to Date
Staff Task Hours Rate TotalMike Pugh - PM Design and Plan Development 2 $336.56 $673.12Elise Barco - Civil Design and Plan Development 0.5 $129.70 $64.85Cammilla Martinez - Civil Design and Plan Development 114.3 $106.99 $12,228.96Todd Pretzer - CADD 18 $107.78 $1,940.04 $14,906.97
Cost to CompleteStaff Hours Rate TotalMike Pugh - PM Construction Support 8 $336.56 $2,692.48Greg Gross - Civil Construction Support 16 $257.14 $4,114.24Elise Barco - Civil Design and Plan Development 0 $129.70 $0.00Camila Martinez - Civil Design and Plan Development 16 $106.99 $1,711.84Mathew Madrano - Civil Design and Plan Development 24 $62.22 $1,493.28Christian Aguiar - Civil Design and Plan Development 0 $106.82 $0.00Todd Pretzer - CADD Design and Plan Development 0 $107.78 $0.00 $10,011.84
Total : $24,918.81
Pickle Ball Court Task Order
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Fund Project Description Amount Fund Account # Project Description Amount 001 5021 Hope Lane $22,500.00 001 53050 6031 Woods Creek Pickleball $25,000.00 001 0000 PW Maintenance $2,500.00
$25,000 $25,000
Authorization
Entered By:
Department Head
Finance Director
(Date)
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Engineering
Total Total
Transfers From and Transfer To Should Be Equal (Unless Part of Council Approved Budget) (Date)
Transaction Date
Document Number
Finance Use Only
City of Sonora
Budget Transfer Request Form
Date:
Finance Department
Fiscal Year:
Department: Budget Transfer #
FY2024/25
Account #
55190
Transfer To:
Department
7000 55080 2200
Transfer From:
Department
7000
To Post Budget Adjustment for engineering Tas Order #25-6 - Woods Creek Rotary Park Pickleball REQUIRED: Please provide justification to support the need for the budget transfer. (Date)
City Administrator
(Date)
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Consider Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Habitat for Humanity to Rehabilitate the Structure Located at 290 S. Stewart Street from a Single-Family Residence into a 4-Unit Rental.
RECOMMENDATION:
Consider Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Habitat for Humanity to Rehabilitate the Structure Located at 290 S. Stewart Street from a Multi-Use Building with Commercial Zoning into a 4-Unit Rental.
BACKGROUND:
The home located at 290 Stewart Street was acquired by the City in 2021 for approximately $150,000. Since this time, the structure has sat vacant. The original intent of acquiring the building was to use it as an emergency shelter to house up to 15 community members. This use would have required a Use permit from the Sonora Planning Commission. A Community Conversation was also held during the Summer of 2021 to discuss the use of the property and partnership with the Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA) who would have operated the shelter.
In light of similar resources already located in central Sonora, the vision for the historic residence has evolved to re-modeling the building into a 4-unit rental property.
This project was included in the Community Development Department budget this year. Staff considered both demolition and rehabilitation of the structure. Multiple contractors and our contract building inspector have looked at the building. Staff worked with Sonora Area Foundation (SAF) to evaluate partnering on the rehabilitation of the residence. The project wasn’t a fit with the SAF.
Staff reached out to Habitat for Humanity regarding the project. Habitat brought their team out to investigate the building. They see the project as a perfect fit with their mission and the work they are doing in the community.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
For City Council’s consideration, a memorandum of understanding (MOU) with Habitat for Humanity to accomplish the City’s goal of developing housing for our working residents and retirees, while also satisfying Habitats mission.
An overview of the work Habitat does in our community is included as Attachment 1. 62 Item D.
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 The partnership envisioned is outlined in Attachment 2 a memorandum of understanding between the two parties.
Funding will need to be acquired; this will be a joint effort between the City and Habitat with the City likely being the recipient of funding (dependent on funding source).
The long-term vision would be to transfer ownership of the rehabilitated asset to Habitat to own and operate.
Staff believes this model to be a viable one whereby the City has a clear and identified role to play alongside Habitat. Ideally, the exterior of the building will be preserved to protect the historic nature of the downtown core.
Neighbors will also be contacted to apprise them of the current direction to staff. At least one neighbor, seeing the activity of contractors in the area reached out and asked to be kept updated on what the City is planning for this property. Staff notified the neighbor of this meeting.
It is staff understanding that this approach is consistent with the funding utilized to purchase the building. The low to moderate income housing fund has strings attached to ensure that new units are attainable by those who meet certain income thresholds. If this type of partnership is supported by the Council, staff will continue to work with the State to ensure all guidelines are followed and all expectations are met.
FISCAL IMPACT:
To prevent further damage to the current structure the building needs to be secured. This will keep vagrants from accessing the building. Additionally, an inspection of the roof needs to be done to ensure water is not entering the building. Attachment 3 is a bid to secure the building for $1,120, plus additional budget to have roof secured and provide some Grant Writing Supplement for a total of $7,500.00.
Other costs involve staff time to work with Habitat to identify potential funding sources for the project.
And finally, if the partnership succeeds, the City would transfer ownership of the building to Habitat for Humanity.
While not a direct budget impact, it should be noted.
ATTACHMENTS:
Attachment 1- Habitat for Humanity Vision, Mission and Experience in Tuolumne County Attachment 2- Memorandum of Understanding
Attachment 3- Bid to Secure the Structure from further damage Budget Adjustment
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:
Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Public Safety, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Homelessness Issues
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Habitat for Humanity Tuolumne County: Program Overview and Experience Our Mission
Habitat for Humanity Tuolumne County is dedicated to building strength, stability, and selfreliance through affordable housing. We believe that everyone deserves a decent place to live, and our goal is to create pathways to homeownership and safe, affordable rental housing for families and individuals in need.
Organizational Experience and History
Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County Inc. has a strong track record of providing affordable housing solutions to low-income families in Tuolumne County. With over 25 years of experience in developing, constructing, and rehabilitating homes, we have successfully completed over 150 projects, including new construction, home repairs, and rehabilitation of existing housing stock.
Our familiarity with HUD programs and compliance requirements positions us well to effectively manage and utilize grant funds for the benefit of our community.
Skilled Staff and Leadership
Our organization is led by a team of experienced professionals:
• A CEO/President with 30 years in construction, management, and humanitarian work. • A Construction Manager with 26 years of on-site construction experience. • An Administrative Manager well-versed in the administration of federal and state funding programs, such as HPG and USDA 502.
In addition, we have skilled construction crews, volunteers, and financial experts who ensure smooth execution of projects from start to finish.
Financial Management and Compliance
We have established financial systems to ensure proper tracking, reporting, and disbursement of funds. Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County has successfully managed other federal and state funding streams, demonstrating our ability to adhere to strict compliance and reporting requirements.
Property Management Experience
Currently, we are in the process of building eight affordable rental units in Parrotts Ferry Village, which will further expand our role in providing and managing affordable rental housing. In addition to managing our growing rental portfolio, we bring valuable property management experience through our ongoing stewardship of homeowner mortgages. Furthermore, our CalHome funds require us to conduct yearly exceptions reporting, demonstrating our capability to track, manage, and oversee housing compliance.
Strong Partnerships and Community Engagement
We have cultivated strong relationships with local governments, housing authorities, community organizations, and businesses, enhancing our ability to leverage resources for grant-funded projects. These partnerships enable us to access complementary funding, materials, and volunteer support, ensuring that projects are completed on time and within budget. 64 Item D.
Proven Track Record with Federal and State Funding
Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County has successfully administered and completed projects using various federal and state funding sources, including Housing Preservation Grant funds, CalHome, HOME and USDA 502. Our track record demonstrates our ability to meet regulatory requirements, achieve project goals, and maintain positive relationships with funding agencies.
About the 209 South Stewart Street Project
We are excited about the potential to partner with the City of Sonora to revitalize the historic property at 209 South Stewart Street. This project would transform the property into five rental units, blending preservation with modern affordable housing solutions. By working together, we can restore a key piece of Sonora’s history while meeting urgent housing needs in our community.
Why Habitat for Humanity?
Partnering with Habitat means partnering with a trusted organization that has a proven track record of success. Together, we can provide meaningful housing solutions for Sonora residents and help create a stronger, more vibrant community.
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Memorandum of Understanding
Between the City of Sonora and Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County This Memorandum of Understanding ("MOU") is entered into on this ___ day of __, 2024, by and between the City of Sonora ("City"), a municipal corporation, and Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County ("Habitat"), a non-profit organization. The purpose of this MOU is to establish a partnership to provide affordable workforce housing through the rehabilitation of a property owned by the City of Sonora.
1. Purpose of the MOU
The purpose of this MOU is to outline the terms and conditions under which:
Upon completion of the rehabilitation of the property, the City of Sonora will transfer property ownership to Habitat.
The City will provide grant funding to Habitat for the rehabilitation of the property. Habitat for Humanity will rehabilitate, manage, and rent the property to eligible workforce housing tenants.
2. Roles and Responsibilities
2.1 City of Sonora
The City agrees to:
Transfer Ownership: Transfer ownership of the property located at 290 S. Stewart to Habitat for the purpose of creating workforce housing (upon securing necessary funding to re-build the structure).
Grant Funding: Work with Habitat to secure Federal, State, Local and/or Private funding to be used solely for the rehabilitation of the property. Anticipated restoration costs are projected to be $1 Million dollars.
Permits and Assistance: Facilitate any necessary permitting processes and assist in expediting reviews, where feasible, to ensure timely project completion. Compliance and Reporting Requirements: Monitor Habitat’s compliance with any state or federal regulations related to the grant funds provided.
2.2 Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County
Habitat agrees to:
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Accept Property Ownership: Take ownership of the property and assume responsibility for its rehabilitation, management, and upkeep.
Rehabilitation Work: Complete necessary repairs and renovations to make the property suitable for workforce housing. Work will adhere to standards agreed upon with the City and meet all local building codes.
Use of Grant Funds: Use the grant funds exclusively for costs associated with the rehabilitation work as outlined in the project budget.
Tenant Selection: Rent the property to individuals or families who meet workforce housing eligibility criteria as defined by the City and Habitat. Property Management: Oversee all aspects of property management, including tenant screening, leasing, and maintenance, in compliance with local regulations.
3. Funding and Payment Terms
The City will disburse grant funds in accordance with the project timeline and budget outlined in Attachment A.
Habitat agrees to maintain detailed records of all expenditures related to the rehabilitation project and will provide these records to the City upon request.
4. Term and Termination
Effective Date: This MOU shall be effective as of the date signed below and will remain in effect for a term of five (5) years, or until either party gives 90 days' written notice of termination.
Termination Conditions: Either party may terminate this MOU if the other party fails to comply with any of the terms, provided written notice is given and a reasonable opportunity to remedy any issues is provided.
5. Insurance and Indemnification
Habitat agrees to maintain insurance coverage in accordance with Exhibit A attached hereto and made a part hereof.
Habitat shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers from and against any and all claims, losses, liabilities or damages, demands and actions, including payment of reasonable attorney’s fees, arisingout of, or resulting from the work or services performed under this MOU. The foregoing obligation of Habitat shall not apply when (1) the injury, loss of life, damage to property, or violation of law arises solely from the sole negligence or willful or active 67 Item D.
misconduct of the City or its officers, employees, agents, or volunteers and (2) the actions of Habitat or its employees, subcontractor, or agents have contributed in no part to the injury, loss of life, damage to property, or violation of law.
6. Miscellaneous Provisions
Amendments: Any amendments to this MOU must be in writing and signed by both parties.
Entire MOU: This MOU constitutes the entire MOU between the parties regarding the project.
Governing Law: This MOU shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.
Signatures
City of Sonora
By: ___________________________________
Name: Melissa Eads
Title: City Administrator
Date: _________________
Habitat for Humanity of Tuolumne County
By: ___________________________________
Name: [Name of Authorized Signatory]
Title: [Title]
Date: _________________
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Exhibit A
1. Commercial General Liability
a. Habitat shall maintain commercial general liability insurance with coverage at least as broad as Insurance Services Office (ISO) form CG 00 01, in an amount not less than two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) per occurrence, four million Dollars ($4,000,000) general aggregate, and four million Dollars ($4,000,000) products and completed operations.
The policy shall include a per project or per location general aggregate endorsement. If a per project/location endorsement is not available, the limit for the general aggregate shall be doubled.
b. The policy shall allow and be endorsed as primary and not seek contribution from the City’s coverage.
c. The policy(s) shall be endorsed to include, the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insureds on ISO form CG 20 10 (or equivalent) for ongoing operations, and, for construction or service MOUs, ISO form CG 20 37 (or equivalent) for completed operations.
d. Any failure to comply with reporting provisions of the policies by Habitat shall not affect coverage provided to the City.
e. Coverage shall state that Habitat’s insurance shall apply separately to each insured against whom claim is made or suit is brought, except with respect to the limits of the insurer’s liability.
f. Coverage shall allow and be endorsed to include a waiver of subrogation in favor of the City and its officers, officials, employees, and agents.
2. Business Automobile Liability
a. Habitat shall provide auto liability coverage for owned, non-owned, and hired autos using ISO Business Auto Coverage form CA 00 01 (or equivalent) with a limit of not less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000) per accident.
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b. The policy shall provide and be endorsed that the City, its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers are included or named as additional insureds. c. The policy shall allow and be endorsed to include a waiver of subrogation in favor of the City, its officers, officials, employees, and agents.
3. Umbrella or Excess Liability
a. The limits of liability for commercial general liability and automobile liability may be provided through a combination of primary and umbrella or excess liability policies provided each policy complies with the requirements set forth in this MOU. Excess policies shall be follow-form to the underlying policies. Umbrella or excess policies shall include City and its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers as additional insured.
4. Workers’ Compensation and Employers’ Liability - Statutory a. Habitat shall, at its sole cost and expense, maintain Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance for all persons employed directly or indirectly by Habitat. The Statutory Workers’ Compensation Insurance and Employer’s Liability Insurance shall be provided with limits of not less than $1,000,000 each accident, $1,000,000 by disease-policy limit, and $1,000,000 by disease-each employee. No proprietor, partner, executive officer, or member shall be excluded. In the alternative, Habitat may rely on a self-insurance program to meet those requirements, but only if the program of self-insurance complies fully with the provisions of the California Labor Code.
Determination of whether a self-insurance program meets the standards of the California Labor Code shall be solely in the discretion of City.
b. The insurer, if insurance is provided, or Habitat, if a program of self-insurance is provided, shall include an endorsement to waive all rights of subrogation against City and its officers, officials, employees, agents, and volunteers.
c. The requirement to maintain Statutory Worker’s Compensation and Employer’s Liability Insurance may be waived by the City upon written verification that Habitat does not have any employees.
4. Professional Liability: For engineering, design or architectural services associated with this MOU, Habitat shall maintain professional liability insurance that insures against professional 70 Item D.
errors and omissions that may be made in performing professional services in the minimum amount of Two Million dollars ($2,000,000) per claim and in the aggregate. Any policy inception date, continuity date, or retroactive date must be before the effective date of the start of work, and Habitat agrees to maintain continuous coverage through a period no less than three (3) years after completion of the work.
5. All Coverages
a. Any available insurance proceeds broader than, or in excess of the specified minimum insurance coverage requirements and/or limits shall be available to the additional insureds. Furthermore, the requirements for coverage and limits shall be (1) the minimum coverage and limits specified; or (2) the broader coverage and maximum limits of coverage of any insurance policy or proceeds available to the named insured; whichever is greater.
No representation is made that the minimum insurance requirements are sufficient to cover the obligations of the Habitat.
d. Each required insurance policy shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be cancelled except after thirty (30) days' prior written notice, has been given to the City, except that ten (10) days’ prior written notice shall apply in the event of cancellation for nonpayment of premium. If a carrier will not provide the required notice of cancellation, the Habitat shall provide written notice to the City of a cancellation no later than 3 business days before cancellation.
e. All self-insurance, self-insured retentions, and deductibles must be declared and approved by the City.
f. Evidence of Insurance - Prior to commencement of work, the Habitat shall furnish the City with certificate(s) of insurance evidencing compliance with the insurance requirements above. All required endorsements shall be attached to the certificate(s), including additional insured and waiver of subrogation endorsements. The Habitat shall provide complete or certified copies of all required insurance policies if requested by the City. g. Acceptability of Insurers - Insurance shall be placed with insurers admitted in the State of California and with an AM Best rating of A- VII or higher.
Hired Parties – If Habitat uses contractors, subcontractors or other parties to provide materials, services, or perform construction or other work for Habitat, Habitat must enter into a written and executed contract or MOU with each of its contractors, subcontractors, or other parties that 71 Item D.
include Habitat’s, agents, subconsultants and/or any other parties, collectively, “hired parties”.
The contract or MOU must contain a defense, indemnification and hold harmless provision in favor of the City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. The contract or MOU shall also cause the hired parties to comply with the insurance requirements required of Habitat hereunder, including indemnification, providing an additional insured endorsement for ongoing and completed operations in favor of the City and its officers, officials, employees, agents and volunteers. Habitat shall obtain certificates of insurance and additional insured endorsements from each of its hired parties and provide a copy to City upon request. 72 Item D.
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Fund Project Description Amount Fund Account # Project Description Amount 502 LMHIF Fund Balance $7,500.00 502 53010 000 Outside Services $7,500.00 $7,500 $7,500
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Budget Transfer Request Form
Date:
Finance Department
Fiscal Year:
Department: Budget Transfer #
FY2024/25
Account #
Transfer To:
Department
0000 31500 2620
Transfer From:
Department
To Post a Budget Adjustment for miscellaneous services, inlcuding securing building, roof inspection and additional grant cost for the Stewart Street House.
REQUIRED: Please provide justification to support the need for the budget transfer. (Date)
City Administrator
(Date)
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Administrative Services Department Report for October 2024 RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the Administrative Services Department Report for October 2024 (FY24/25) DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for November 2024 RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Departments Monthly Report for November 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. Mutz Bean Feed (12.20.24)
2. Pop Hudson (Christmas) Sing (12.20.24)
3. Christmas Town Sonora (11.29-12.24.24)
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541
SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP
FARMERS MARKET
End-of-year reports for Farmers Market showed that $4,497 was spent in EBT credits. This is a significant bump in sales for our local market vendors. Vendors were very supportive of accepting EBT and next year’s rollout of EBT will benefit from this years’ experience.
LINOBERG STREET
Delivered notices to surrounding property owners outlining proposed activities on Stewart/Linoberg Streets.
Investigated street trees/planters/mosaic/cross walk improvement.
CODE ENFORCEMENT
Fire hazard notices, delinquent Business Licenses, abandoned vehicles, case load follow-up.
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) MANAGEMENT
Prep final submittal to CDBG for reimbursement of equipment for two (2) fire trucks.
CALOES PROJECT
Received Task Order from Dewberry to complete the design for this project, preparation of bid docs and construction engineering/oversight.
PER CAPITA (STATE PARKS) GRANT
Received Task Order from Dewberry to complete the design for this project, preparation of bid docs and construction engineering/oversight.
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 the City right of way, such as outdoor dining, live music, outdoor landscaping, decorations, speakers, trash bins, etc. 78 Item B.
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541
SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP
PLANNING COMMISSION
November meeting Cancelled.
December 9, 2024- Consider consistency of Vacation of APN 056-108-015 with General Plan and Circulation Element.
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 January 2025.
CALAVERAS STREET PARKING
Existing lease amendment execution is pending. The owner plans to construct new parking in Q1.
ENCROACHMENT PERMITS
N/A
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal Impact 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, Homelessness Issues, 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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Aimee New, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Fire Department Monthly Report for November 2024 RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for November 2024.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for November 2024.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No Fiscal Impact 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, Homelessness Issues, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
1. City of Sonora Fire Department responded to 157 calls for service in November 2024.
2. Sonora City units responded to emergency calls as follows:
111 - Building fire 1
132 - Road freight or transport vehicle fire 1
143 - Grass fire 1
321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 104 322 - Motor vehicle accident with injuries 5
323 - Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1
412 - Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 1
443 - Breakdown of light ballast 1
550 - Public service assistance, other 2
551 - Assist police or other governmental agency 2
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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 553 - Public service 3
554 - Assist invalid 5
600 - Good intent call, other 1
611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 15
622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 2 700 - False alarm or false call, other 1
730 - System malfunction, other 5
733 - Smoke detector activation due to malfunction 1
743 - Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 4 744 - Detector activation, no fire - unintentional 1
Total 157
3. Monthly dollar loss in the City, resulting from fire: $7,860.00
4. The average response time during the month: 4.25
5. Automatic or mutual aid given: 50
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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: December 16, 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 November 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 the interests of the City Council. 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 a range of issues, from property crime trends to public nuisance concerns, all with the goal of enhancing 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, reflecting 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 November 2024.
Activity October 2024 October 2024 November 2023
Total Incidents 1,031 1,219 1,044
Calls for Service 730 771 659
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541
SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP Officer Initiated 301 448 385
Total Arrests 44 58 26
Felony Arrests 2 18 8
Misd. Arrests 42 40 18
Total Reports 124 138 91
Parking Citations 24 79 2
Moving Citations 13 21 19
Domestic Violence 3 2 2
Larceny Inc./Inv. 9 20/9 25
Total Collisions/Inv. 27/9 35/8 23/14
Homeless Activity 122/30 180/38 117/17
Animal Calls 25 37 38
Public Intox and UID 10 6 5
DUI Arrests 2 7 5
Total Phone Calls /
911 Calls
1,877/306 1,855/291 2,035/277
Average Per Day 62.5 60 68
Vehicle Releases 5 12 9
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no Fiscal Impact on the General Fund.
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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 84 Item D.
November 2024 - Crimes by Area
AREA 1 REPORTS:
Violent Crimes:
1 – Felony Assault with a weapon, other than a firearm. 1 – Felony Criminal Threats
1 – Felony Resisting an Officer (with misdemeanor vandalism to violate civil rights) 1 – Felony Rape
2 – Misdemeanor Domestic Battery
1 – Misdemeanor Violation of a Domestic Violence Order
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
1 – Felony Residential Burglary (with felony vandalism) 1 – Felony Vandalism (with petty theft from a vehicle)
2 – Misdemeanor Business Burglaries (Shoplifting)
1 – Misdemeanor Petty Theft from a Business Location
AREA 2 REPORTS:
Violent Crimes:
1 – Felony Domestic Violence (with misdemeanor child abuse) 1 – Misdemeanor Domestic Violence
1 – Misdemeanor Child Abuse (with misdemeanor public intoxication and misdemeanor delay/obstruct an officer)
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
2 – Misdemeanor Business Burglary (Shoplifting)
2 – Misdemeanor Petty Theft from Vehicle
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Area 1 Supervisor Report November 2024
Neighborhood Watch:
ELKS HILL:
No updated activity
SONORA KNOWLES:
No updated activity.
Case(s) for discussion:
24-1243- On 11/28/2024, at approximately 5:00 pm, Sonora PD Officers were dispatched to 250 Greenley Rd for the report of a male and a female yelling at each other. Officers conducted an investigation and determined the male had punched the female in the face before fleeing the scene.
Officers conducted an area search for the suspect but were unable to locate him. A warrant for the suspect’s arrest was authored by the investigating officer for domestic battery. 24-1228- On 11/25/2024, at approximately 12:30 pm, a Sonora PD officer conducted a traffic stop of a vehicle for a moving violation. During the subsequent traffic enforcement investigation, the officer discovered the passenger of the vehicle was in possession of Methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The passenger was arrested for possession of a controlled substance and drug paraphernalia and transported and booked into the county jail.
Investigations:
Corporal Brickley has exited patrol and assumed his new position in Investigations. Investigations competed two search warrants concerning two ongoing criminal investigations.
Range:
Range qualification is scheduled for mid-December
Fleet:
No updated activity
Property and Evidence:
No updated activity
Respectfully submitted,
Sergeant Eric Nygard
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Area 2 Monthly Supervisor Report
November 2024
Neighborhood Watch:
MYERS HILL:
No updated activity.
NORTH STEWART:
No updated activity.
HIGHLAND VIEW:
No updated activity
Case(s) for discussion:
24-1151- Officers were dispatched to reports of a physical altercation between a male and female in a vehicle. Officers located the vehicle with a male and female matching the description given. Officers conducted an investigation and determined there was a physical altercation and the male was the primary aggressor. The male was arrested for misdemeanor domestic battery. He was transported to the Tuolumne County Jail where he was booked without incident. 24-1224- Officers were dispatched to reports of a suspicious vehicle with two males in it possibly using drugs. Officers located the vehicle and contacted two males inside of it. Upon contact, the two males were found to be smoking suspected fentanyl. Both males were detained and a search of the vehicle was conducted. During the search, Officers located drug paraphernalia inside the vehicle. Both males were placed under arrest for possession of a controlled substance, possession of a drug paraphernalia, and being under the influence of a controlled substance. The males were transported to the Tuolumne County Jail where they were booked without incident.
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 is has hired another Volunteer and received two more applications. We welcome the new Volunteers and are excited to have them join the Sonora PD family. We held training on report writing this month. We are ran scenarios with the volunteers and explorers to incorporate everything they are learning in training.
Recruitment:
We currently have new officers and dispatchers in the hiring process with our agency.
Training:
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We sent an Officer to Modesto for Advanced Hostage Negotiations.
Respectfully Submitted,
Sgt. Dominic Bertalotto
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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: December 16, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor
SUBJECT: City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report RECOMMENDATION:
Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Monthly report for November 2024.
DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
Events
Spent numerous days preparing for the Annual Sonora Christmas Parade. Spent numerous days putting up Christmas decorations and Santa’s village in Courthouse Park.
Streets
Repaired numerous damaged street signs around the City. Installed sandbags on Linoberg Street, and Southgate Drive to prevent flooding. Spent several days pot-holing City Streets.
Loaded and hauled several loads of brush following the pruning in the City ROW by the Fire Safe Committee on McCormick Drive.
Returned numerous shopping carts to businesses abandoned on City Streets. Removed two deceased deer from the city right of way.
Facilities
Winterized the swamp coolers in all City Facilities.
Made repairs to a toilet in the Opera Hall.
Installed a new kitchen faucet at the Police Department. Made repairs to a leaking toilet at City Hall.
Parks/Landscapes/Parking Lots
Monthly inspection of playground equipment at Rotary Park. Pruned rose bush shrubs in the fountain lot.
Used a blower on City lots weekly.
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541
SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP Storm Drains
Cleaned numerous storm drains and ditches throughout the City.
Cemeteries
Daily- Check messages at Mountain Shadow, and return calls as needed. Daily- Clean irrigation filters during irrigation season. Loaded and hauled numerous dump truck loads of brush and leaves out of the Old City Cemetery following the cleanup from volunteers.
Pruned several trees at Mt Shadow Cemetery.
Marked out plots as requested by the Funeral Home as needed. Set headstones as requested by the Funeral Home.
Miscellaneous
Daily- Unlock and service all public restrooms.
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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