Agenda packet — Sonora City Council, February 18, 2025

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
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on February 18, 2025, 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 Andy Merrill
Council Members Bess Levine, Stephen Opie, Mark Plummer 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 – Anticipated Litigation - (Gov Code § 54956.9): One (1) Potential Case; Doug White, City Attorney, Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

B. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Gov. Code Section § 54957.6): Agency Designated Representatives:

Melissa Eads, City Administrator; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director; Employee Organization: Sonora Management Association (SMEA), Sonora Confidential Association (SCEA); Sonora Police Officers' Association (SPOA); Sonora Fire Fighters Association (SFFA); Sonora Employees Association (SEA).

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

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. 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

12. PRESENTATIONS
A. Receive a Presentation from Visit Tuolumne County Regarding the Tourism Marketing District and Provide Possible Direction for the Inclusion of the City of Sonora; Lisa Mayo, Visit Tuolumne President & CEO. (20 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 February 3, 2025; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

B. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for January 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director C. Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $186,113.65 for Payroll, Including Employee Salaries, Employer and Employee Taxes, Retirement Contributions, Miscellaneous Voluntary Employee Deductions, Holiday Pay, and Other Adjustments, Including Retro-Pay; Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

D. Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 902 and Resolution 02-18-2025-A, Adding Chapter

1.30 – Community Choice Aggregation Program, to Title 1, General Provisions, of the Sonora Municipal Code, and Approve the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy Authorizing the Implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation Program Under Public Utilities Code Section 366.2; Melissa Eads, City Administrator.

E. Consider Placement of a Resolution Condemning Violence Against the LGBTQIA+ Community on the March 3, 2025, Council Meeting Agenda; Douglas White, City Attorney.

14. NEW BUSINESS
A. Receive an Update on the Snell Street Reconstruction Project (County Line to Bonanza Road) and Approve the Proposed Realignment Alternative to Better Facilitate the Installation of the New Storm Drain Pipeline; Mike Pugh, City Engineer, Dewberry Engineers Inc.

B. Receive an Update on the Public Works Maintenance Building and Pickleball Court Projects; Mike Pugh, City Engineer.

C. Consider Approval of Resolution 02-18-2025-B Amending and Replacing the Existing City Travel Policy with the Updated Policy as Presented; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services 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
D. Consider Approval of Resolution 02-18-2025-C Amending and Replacing the Existing City Investment Policy with the Updated Policy as Presented, to Better Align with Current Best Practices; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.

15. MONTHLY REPORTS
A. Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Report for December 2024 (FY24/25); Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director.

B. Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for January 2025; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

C. Receive the City of Sonora Fire Department Monthly Report for January 2025; Aimee New, Fire Chief.

D. Receive the City of Sonora Police Department Monthly Report for January 2025; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

E. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for January 2025; Michael 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 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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Lisa Mayo, President & CEO, Visit Tuolumne County SUBJECT: Receive a Presentation from Visit Tuolumne County Regarding the Tourism Marketing District and Provide Possible Direction for the Inclusion of the City of Sonora.

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive a Presentation from Visit Tuolumne County Regarding the Tourism Marketing District and Provide Possible Direction for the Inclusion of the City of Sonora.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan 5 Item A.

February 18, 2025
Lisa Mayo, President & CEO
Tuolumne County
Tourism Marketing District
6 Item A.
• Request from lodging businesses for the
City of Sonora to support the tourism
industry by allowing for a self-assessment
• Provides for community growth using
visitor income to bolster existing TOT
revenue
• Public-private partnership for a long-term,
stable supplemental revenue source
without impacting the General Fund

THE OPPORTUNITY
7 Item A.

Tourism Marketing District
A Tourism Marketing District (TMD) is a stable source of funding for marketing and sales efforts designed to increase demand for increased visitation for tourism businesses. Funds raised through a small assessment on lodging stays and/or other tourism businesses are used to provide services desired by and directly benefitting the businesses in the district.
8 Item A.
23 STATES
43%
Fixed $ Amount
1%
Fixed-rate
based on #
of hotel
rooms
214 TMDs
1%
Fixed-rate per
occupied room
per night that
varies by ADR
55%
Gross Revenue %
Most Recent US TID:

Austin, TX
(January 2025)
9 Item A.

Tourism Marketing Districts
• Level playing field—no free riders
• Transparency – Annual Report, Brown Act, Public Records Act • Reliability – Management District Plan
• Pass-through to guest
Collected by the
local
government
And managed by
the DMO
Lodging
business pays an
assessment
10 Item A.
• 5-year term
• All lodging in City & County
• City & County to individually collect/remit
assessment from respective lodging
• 1% assessment
• VTC may increase annually by 0.5%
• Maximum of 2%
Proposed TMD Parameters
Assessment Estimated Annual
TMD Budget
Estimated from
Sonora
1% $746,000 $51,000

1.5% $1,119,000 $77,000
2% $1,493,000 $154,000
11 Item A.

Sales & Marketing
• Strategic Promotion: Partner with organizations to
market Tuolumne County globally.
• Advertising & Digital Presence: Use online, print,
and broadcast media to drive tourism.
• Sales & Lead Generation: Attend trade shows,
conduct sales blitzes, and develop marketing
collateral.

Destination Development & Visitor Services
• Visitor Engagement: Expand visitor information,
services, and data tracking.
• Wayfinding & Accessibility: Improve signage and
gateway navigation.
• Sustainable Tourism: Promote responsible visitor
behavior and long-term tourism growth.

Proposed TMD Parameters
65%
14%
10%
1%
10%
Sales / Marketing
Destination Development
Administration
Collection Fee
Contingency
Assessment budget will
cover City’s collection
costs 12
Item A.

OWNERS’ ASSOCIATION
Visit Tuolumne County
The Owners’ Association is charged with managing funds and implementing programs in accordance with the Management District Plan and must provide annual reports to the Board of Supervisors.

GOVERNANCE

OVERSIGHT
City of Sonora
The City would grant consent to the County to be included in the TMD. The City would also collect the assessment from City lodging and pass along to VTC to manage funds.

Tuolumne County
As the lead jurisdiction, the County serves in an oversight role for the TMD in collecting the assessment from County lodging and receiving the TMD’s annual report.
13 Item A.

Formation Process
Outreach &
Consensus Building
01 02 Management District
Plan (MDP)
Legal framework of the district
• Boundary
• Services
• Budget
• Term
03 Petition Drive
Signed petitions
weighting 50%+ based
on assessment
• Open House & Surveys
• One-on-one meetings
• Educational material
04Hearings

1. Resolution of Intention

2. Resolution Granting
Consent

3. Public Meeting

4. Resolution of Formation
• Assessment
• Governance
*Anticipated to begin July 1, 2025
(~6 months)
14 Item A.

Q & A
Lisa Mayo
President & CEO
15 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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Meeting Minutes from February 3, 2025
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes from February 3, 2025.

BACKGROUND:

Staff Recommends that the City Council Approve Meeting Minutes from February 3, 2025.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

City Council Meeting Minutes from February 3, 2025.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
Monday, February 03, 2025
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on February 3, 2025, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

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

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

CALL TO ORDER
Called to order at 4:03 PM.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Stephen Opie
Councilmember Mark Plummer
ARRIVING LATE:

Vice Mayor Andy Merrill

PUBLIC COMMENTS
No public comments.

ADJOURN INTO CLOSED SESSION
Adjourned into closed session at 4:04 PM.

1. Conference with Labor Negotiators (Gov. Code Section § 54957.6): Agency Designated Representatives:

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

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

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Mark Plummer led the Pledge of Allegiance. 18 Item A.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Andy Merrill
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Stephen Opie
Councilmember Mark Plummer
CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda was posted on Friday, January 31, 2025 at 2:17 PM.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Councilmember Mark Plummer, Seconded by Councilmember Bess Levine. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer

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.

Several members of the public addressed the Council.

Vice Mayor Andy Merrill addressed the public.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom spoke of next steps.

Vice Mayor Andy Merrill spoke of a point of order.

City Clerk Tracy Skelly read from the City Council Rules and Procedures Handbook.

City Attorney Doug White made remarks.

A five-minute break was requested.

Re-adjourned into open session
19 Item A.

PUBLIC HEARINGS

2. Consider Approval of the Pioneer Community Energy Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and Waive the First Reading of Ordinance 902 Amending City of Sonora Municipal Code to Implement a Community Choice Aggregation Program in the Territory Under Public Utilities Code Section 366.2; Gina Stassi-Vanacore, Pioneer Director of Communications, Robbie Bergstrom, Tuolumne County Economic Development Senior Administrative Analyst.

The Council had several questions for Pioneer.

A member of the public addressed the Council.

Keith a concerned citizen shared questions and concerns.

Tracy Skelly as a member of the public asked several questions.

Gina Stassi-Vanacore, Pioneer Director of Communications responded to the public.

The Council discussed and made comments.

Motion made by Councilmember Stephen Opie, Seconded by Councilmember Mark Plummer. Voting Yea: Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer.

PRESENTATIONS

3. Receive an Introduction and Administration of the Oath of Office for the Building Official Brian Odom; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

City Clerk Tracy Skelly gave Building Official Brian Odom the Oath of Office.

4. Receive a Presentation from Visit Tuolumne County on the Quarterly Marketing Update; Lisa Mayo, Visit Tuolumne President & CEO.

Lisa Mayo President & CEO and Jennifer Lopez Marketing Manager Visit Tuolumne County gave their quarterly update and highlights.

No public comment.

5. Consider Acceptance of the California Peace Officer Standards and Training Sonora Police Department Management Study; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

Council discussed the California Peace Officers Standards and Training Report. 20 Item A.

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.

6. Consider Approval of Meeting Minutes from December 20, 2024 (Special); January 6, 2025; January 6, 2025 (Special); Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

7. Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $197,230.59, $193,286.14, $206,107.31, and $219,139.24 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.

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

9. Consider Acceptance of a Monetary Donation of $7,000 from Jeanette and Richard Emery for Maintenance and Improvements to the City’s Dragoon Gulch Trail System; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

10. Waive Second Reading, Read by Title Only, and Adopt Ordinance No. 900, an Ordinance of the Sonora City Council Amending Sections 9.50.010, Obstruction Of Movement In Public Ways, 9.50.020, Sitting Or Lying Down On Public Sidewalks In Designated Areas Of The City, 9.56.020 Definitions, 9.56.050, Exceptions,

9.56.060, Enforcement, and 9.61.050, Abatement, and Adding Section 9.04.046, Bathing and Washing in Public Fountains or Public Restrooms, to Title 9, Public Peace, Morals and Welfare of the Sonora Municipal Code.

Waive Second Reading, Read by Title Only, and Adopt Ordinance No. 901, an Ordinance of the Sonora City Council adding Chapter 9.80, Shopping Carts, to Title 9, Public Peace, Morals and Welfare of the Sonora Municipal Code; Douglas White, City Attorney.

11. Ratify the Mayor's Proclamation Honoring Councilmember Suzanne Cruz; Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

12. Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 02-03-2025-A Rescinding the City’s Emergency Recruitment Incentive Plans, Effective February 3, 2025, and Returning to the Original Hiring Incentives Passed by Council on July 3rd, 2023; Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director. 21 Item A.

Motion made by Councilmember Mark Plummer, Seconded by Vice Mayor Andy Merrill. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer.

NEW BUSINESS

13. Consider Approval of an Agreement with Przybyla Advisors to Support Economic Development Goals and Activities in the City of Sonora; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

Council discussed with Tyler Summersett Community Development Director the Agreement with Przbyla Advisors.

No public comment.

Motion made by Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Seconded by Councilmember Bess Levine. Voting Yea: Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer

14. Consider Approval of the Updated Mayor’s Appointments to City Committees and Community/Government Committees; Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer/City Clerk.

Councilmembers discussed the updated Committees.

No public comment.

MONTHLY REPORTS

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

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

Tyler Summersett Community Development Director recognized and thanked Jeanette and Richard Emery for their donation; updated those in attendance on the pickle ball court and the Business Community Meeting on February 11th.
22 Item A.

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

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

19. Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Monthly Report for December 2024; Mike Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor.

COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Stephen Opie attended the League of California Cities Conference; and Integrated Regional Water Management (IRWM) meeting.

Councilmember Bess Levine met with Nathan Alonzo, Local Government Relations Representative for PG&E; met with State Senator Maria Alvarado-Gil; and complimented the Community Development Departments new on-line permitting process.

Vice Mayor Andy Merrill attended the League of California Cities Conference; and announced Tamera Blankenship is the new Executive Director for the Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC).

Councilmember Mark Plummer will be meeting with Tamera Blankenship; and thanked the Community and Council for his reappointment.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom attended the League of California Cities Conference; toured ATCAA (Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency) Head Start Program; attended the official opening of Black Bomb; watched the drought monitor and fire danger; and February 22nd is the Sonora Masonic Lodge #887 Installation of Officers and grand opening.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 8:29 PM
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall (209) 532-4541, [email protected]. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR

35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

CITY 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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for January 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for January 2025 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 January 2025 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.
24 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:
 Accounts Payable Warrants Report
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention 25 Item B.

City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 1/1/2025 Through 1/31/2025
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202171 Check Spoilage - Printer Alignment 0.00 Yes
202172 Check Spoilage - Printer Alignment 0.00 Yes
202173 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 540.75 Check No 202174 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 189.34 Check No 202175 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 38.15 Check No 202176 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 43.48 Check No 202177 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200038 Safeguard Pest Control 408.00 Check No 202178 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 58.60 Check No 202179 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 43.53 Check No 202180 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 1,368.90 Check No 202181 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200048 The Union Democrat 760.50 Check No 202182 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200055 Keenan Associates 69,540.94 Check No 202183 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200058 Unum Life Insurance Company of ... 2,440.53 Check No 202184 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 517.00 Check No 202185 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200072 United Site Services 97.93 Check No 202186 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200074 Vision Service Plan (CA) 712.60 Check No 202187 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200080 JTM Cleaning Co. 800.00 Check No 202188 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200091 Adventist Health Sonora 3,403.00 Check No 202189 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200269 Equifax Information Svcs, LLC 71.52 Check No 202190 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200312 Municipal Maintenance Equipment 3,746.70 Check No 202191 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200343 Blue Mountain Minerals 81.89 Check No 202192 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200347 Thomson Reuters-West 121.80 Check No 202193 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200424 Image Sales 118.77 Check No 202194 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200487 Standard Insurance Company 145.00 Check No 202195 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200535 Toshiba Financial Services 2,090.48 Check No 202196 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200624 Kevin's Downtown Automotive 130.00 Check No 202197 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 948.24 Check No 202198 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 2,500.42 Check No 202199 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200724 Core Psychological Corporation 1,000.00 Check No 202200 1/2/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200727 Chicken Ranch Casino Resort 1,527.00 Check No 202201 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 485.00 Check No 202202 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 188.66 Check No 202203 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 154.70 Check No 202204 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 50.30 Check No 202205 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 67.65 Check No 202206 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 465.84 Check No 202207 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 1,745.37 Check No 202208 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 801.00 Check No 202209 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200063 Kellie's Cleaning Service 551.25 Check No 202210 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200065 ProClean Supply 623.46 Check No Date: 2/12/25 11:16:36 AM Page: 1 26 Item B.

City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 1/1/2025 Through 1/31/2025
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202211 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200117 Verizon Wireless 38.01 Check No 202212 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 922.90 Check No 202213 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 202214 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 292.50 Check No 202215 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200224 Tuolumne County Auditor Controller 1,001.00 Check No 202216 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200232 Kevin Anderson 35.00 Check No 202217 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 5,619.42 Check No 202218 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200282 Employee Relations, Inc. 99.25 Check No 202219 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200303 Pat Perry 269.90 Check No 202220 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200315 ASCAP 445.00 Check No 202221 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200500 Nathan Morales 35.00 Check No 202222 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 202223 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 993.39 Check No 202224 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200699 Linda Emerson 35.00 Check No 202225 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200700 Thad Waterbury 35.00 Check No 202226 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200701 Thomas Miller 35.00 Check No 202227 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2076 Zachary Johnson 335.00 Check No 202228 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 510.33 Check No 202229 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200010 American Tower 1,505.92 Check No 202230 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 784.33 Check No 202231 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 870.45 Check No 202232 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200015 Silke Communications 5,310.00 Check No 202233 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200016 Tuolumne County Public Power A... 4,116.95 Check No 202234 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200018 U.S. Bank Corporate Payment Sy... 9,978.60 Check No 202235 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 90.20 Check No 202236 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 162.14 Check No 202237 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 352.51 Check No 202238 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 784.13 Check No 202239 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200026 Department of Justice 635.00 Check No 202240 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 789.57 Check No 202241 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 29.95 Check No 202242 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 57.94 Check No 202243 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 1,529.40 Check No 202244 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200065 ProClean Supply 344.73 Check No 202245 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200072 United Site Services 97.93 Check No 202246 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200105 County of Tuolumne Information T... 829.83 Check No 202247 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200108 CISCO Fire Sprinklers, Inc. 200.00 Check No 202248 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200253 H & S Parts & Service 3,031.40 Check No 202249 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 2,318.87 Check No 202250 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200277 CA Dept of Food and Agriculture 120.00 Check No Date: 2/12/25 11:16:36 AM Page: 2 27 Item B.

City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 1/1/2025 Through 1/31/2025
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202251 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200304 Sonora Chamber of Commerce 3,510.00 Check No 202252 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200349 V & V Manufacturing, Inc. 504.10 Check No 202253 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200398 Stephen Opie 196.23 Check No 202254 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200402 Viking Shred 119.98 Check No 202255 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 14,754.75 Check No 202256 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200423 Bear Electrical Solutions (BES), LLC 1,780.00 Check No 202257 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200438 Shrader Investigations 1,625.00 Check No 202258 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200441 Willey Printing Co., Inc. 128.54 Check No 202259 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200450 Alley Tree and Landscape, Inc. 3,750.00 Check No 202260 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200493 Crescent Supply 886.33 Check No 202261 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200542 Stanislaus County Sheriff's Office 6,158.00 Check No 202262 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200598 Top Dog Police K9 Training & Con... 250.00 Check No 202263 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200610 Ann Segerstrom 196.23 Check No 202264 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200616 Granite Peak Alarms LLC 277.50 Check No 202265 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 932.42 Check No 202266 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 947.36 Check No 202267 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200728 MR. Diesel Repair LLC 2,359.26 Check No 202268 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200729 Andy Merrill 196.23 Check No 202269 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200730 Merci Rust 17.00 Check No 202270 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2031 Jennifer Hannula 120.00 Check No 202271 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2047 Melissa Eads 70.00 Check No 202272 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200006 Central San Joaquin Valley Risk M... 195,407.00 Check No 202273 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 145.68 Check No 202274 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 453.22 Check No 202275 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 52.37 Check No 202276 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200059 Cal.Net Motherlode 54.01 Check No 202277 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200111 Division of the State Architect 167.60 Check No 202278 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 922.90 Check No 202279 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200209 VALIC 25.00 Check No 202280 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 292.50 Check No 202281 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 2,429.79 Check No 202282 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200265 Tuolumne County Public Works D... 152.62 Check No 202283 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 124.00 Check No 202284 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 1,706.00 Check No 202285 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 41.97 Check No 202286 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 634.06 Check No 202287 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 1,854.46 Check No 202288 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 186.32 Check No 202289 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 201.61 Check No 202290 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200028 General Plumbing Supply 159.70 Check No Date: 2/12/25 11:16:36 AM Page: 3 28 Item B.

City of Sonora
Check/Voucher Register - Check List - Council
From 1/1/2025 Through 1/31/2025
Check Num... Effective D... Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment ... VOID ? 202291 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 105.75 Check No 202292 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200033 ODP Business Solutions, LLC 170.53 Check No 202293 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 6,010.24 Check No 202294 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200036 O'Reilly Auto Parts 239.19 Check No 202295 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 81.20 Check No 202296 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 1,074.38 Check No 202297 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200065 ProClean Supply 276.47 Check No 202298 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200084 Hi-Tech Emergency Vehicle Servic... 7,892.23 Check No 202299 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200088 Waypoint Network Solutions LLC 1,316.25 Check No 202300 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200102 George Reed Inc. 387.73 Check No 202301 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200108 CISCO Fire Sprinklers, Inc. 350.00 Check No 202302 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 651.21 Check No 202303 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200312 Municipal Maintenance Equipment 1,593.54 Check No 202304 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200327 League of California Cities 4,985.00 Check No 202305 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200342 UpCurve Cloud 2,592.00 Check No 202306 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 291.00 Check No 202307 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200438 Shrader Investigations 1,600.00 Check No 202308 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200535 Toshiba Financial Services 2,090.48 Check No 202309 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200616 Granite Peak Alarms LLC 360.00 Check No 202310 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200640 Diamond Digital Marketing Co. 1,000.00 Check No 202311 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2024 Aimee New 250.00 Check No 202312 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2050 Michael Rainbolt 412.34 Check No 202313 1/30/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2076 Zachary Johnson 475.00 Check No ACH104 1/9/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200608 Enterprise FM Trust 27,370.10 Voucher No ACH105 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200003 Abila 1,479.85 Voucher No ACH106 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200301 RingCentral 1,159.97 Voucher No ACH107 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 1,788.81 Voucher No ACH108 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 2,019.35 Voucher No ACH109 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 1,258.84 Voucher No ACH110 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 17,821.10 Voucher No ACH111 1/16/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 22,746.56 Voucher No ACH112 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 2,293.08 Voucher No ACH113 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 1,396.62 Voucher No ACH114 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 136.22 Voucher No ACH115 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 6,693.46 Voucher No ACH116 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 129.97 Voucher No ACH117 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 16,921.42 Voucher No ACH118 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 14,361.68 Voucher No ACH119 1/23/2025 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 834.94 Voucher No Report Total 541,357.10 Date: 2/12/25 11:16:36 AM Page: 4 29 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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tracy Skelly, Administrative Services Officer
SUBJECT: Disbursements in the Amount of $186,113.65 for Payroll RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of Disbursements in the Amount of $186,113.65 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:

This payroll was the second (2nd) payroll of the month, which was an expected amount.

This was the 16
th payroll of 26 for FY24-25, we would have expected to expend 64.00% of the budgeted amount.

In total, we have expended 54.92% of the Salaries and Wages for the FY24-25 budget.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Disbursements are part of the approved FY24-25 Budget.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Melissa Eads, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 902 and Resolution 02-18-2025-A, Adding Chapter 1.30 – Community Choice Aggregation Program, to Title 1, General Provisions, of the Sonora Municipal Code, and Approve the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy Authorizing the Implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation Program Under Public Utilities Code Section 366.2.

RECOMMENDATION:

Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 902 and Resolution 02-18-2025-A, Adding Chapter 1.30 – Community Choice Aggregation Program, to Title 1, General Provisions, ofthe Sonora Municipal Code, and Approve the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement for Pioneer Community Energy Authorizing the Implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation Program Under Public Utilities Code Section 366.2.

BACKGROUND:

Pioneer Community Energy (Pioneer) is a Joint Powers Authority formed between the Counties of Placer and El Dorado, the Town of Loomis, and the Cities of Auburn, Colfax, Grass Valley, Lincoln, Nevada City, Placerville, and Rocklin.

Pioneer is a Community Choice Aggregation Program (CCA) authorized under Assembly Bill 117 (2002). The CCA provides local control over the electricity supply with a primary objective of providing competitive rates for the residents and businesses within its member jurisdictions.

Pioneer purchases the electricity supply (generation), and PG&E transmits and delivers the power through PG&E’s infrastructure (poles and wires). PG&E continues to own, operate, and maintain its distribution infrastructure, as well as provide meter reading and billing services for Pioneer’s customers.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

On July 1, 2024, the Pioneer executive team gave a presentation to the City Council. This presentation was an overview of the many benefits of CCAs in general and Pioneer specifically, how Pioneer may be a fit for their region, the necessary next steps required to join Pioneer, and authorized staff to proceed with an Impact Assessment Study.
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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 On December 16, 2024, the Pioneer executive team gave a presentation to the City Council. This presentation was an overview of the results of the Impact Assessment Study related to joining Pioneer Community Energy.

At the December 19, 2024, Pioneer Governing Board meeting, the Board approved unanimously to allow staff to begin the process of amending the JPA to allow the Counties of Butte, Nevada, Sutter, and Tuolumne; the Cities of Chico, Oroville, Live Oak, Sonora, and Yuba City; and the Town of Paradise to join.

According to the Impact Assessment Study and the Pioneer leadership team, the expansion provides potential benefits to the residents and businesses in the new member service territories. Significant benefits include:
 Stable and Competitive Rates – From 2018 through 2023, Pioneer customers have saved $85 million, with an additional $21 million in anticipated savings in 2024.
 Local Control – As a member of the JPA, the City/County will have one seat on the Pioneer Board of Directors. This person is appointed by the Council/Board from the elected officials. All meetings are open to the public and every representative’s voice will be heard.  Legislative & Regulatory Influence & Advocacy – Pioneer is an advocate for the member agency residents and businesses by working with the California State Legislature, the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC), the California Energy Commission, and PG&E on behalf of customer interests and concerns.  Local Jobs and Power Supply Resources – Pioneer supports local businesses and prioritizes local power contracts, goods, and services. The projected savings for Pioneer customers will result in additional spending by residents and businesses, further stimulating the local economy.  Programs—The new members will impact the development of energy efficiency programs and the ability to customize programs to meet their specific needs.

Pioneer plans to submit an Implementation Plan detailing Pioneer’s expansion and planned service launch to the CPUC in March 2025. Based on the results of the Impact Assessment Study, the optimal time for a service launch into expansion territories is October 2027, which allows Pioneer’s procurement team the time needed to secure power resources while remaining in compliance and avoids the costly summer months. Pioneer will work with the City of Sonora on a comprehensive education and outreach campaign to ensure a strong public understanding of expansion into each area.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impact was a cap of $15,000, split between jurisdictions to fund half of the cost of the Impact Assessment Study with Pioneer funding the other half. There is no risk to the General Fund as the cost to serve the new members is funded through Pioneer rates.
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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:

Ordinance No. 902
Resolution 02-18-2025-A
Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan
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ORDINANCE NO. 902
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA, ADDING CHAPTER 1.30 – COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION PROGRAM, TO TITLE 1, GENERAL PROVISIONS, OF THE SONORA

MUNICIPAL CODE, AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION

PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF SONORA
WHEREAS, on September 24, 2002, the Governor of California signed into law Assembly Bill 117 (Statute 2002, Chapter 838; see California Public Utilities Code section 366.2; hereinafter referred to as the “Act”), which authorizes any California city or county, whose governing body so elects, to combine electricity load of its residents and businesses in a Community Choice Aggregation program (CCA). The Act expressly authorizes participation in a CCA through a joint powers authority; and WHEREAS, on September 9, 2015, the County of Placer and the City of Colfax entered into the original Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the purpose of establishing the Sierra Valley Energy Authority as a joint powers authority under the Joint Exercise of Powers Act, Government Code section 6500, et seq.; and
WHEREAS, the California Public Utilities Commission certified the “Implementation Plan” of the Sierra Valley Energy Authority, confirming compliance with the requirements of the Act; and WHEREAS, on February 22, 2017, the Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement became effective and authorized the Cities of Auburn, Lincoln, Rocklin, and the Town of Loomis to become Voting Members of the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement and established a Community Choice Aggregation Program within the jurisdictions of the Voting Members; and WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2017-3 of the Sierra Valley Energy Authority approved a name change from Sierra Valley Energy Authority to Pioneer Community Energy (“Pioneer”), as it is known today; and WHEREAS, subsequent amendments to the amended and restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement have authorized the County of El Dorado and the Cities of Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Placerville to become Voting Members; and
WHEREAS, currently, electricity is generated and provided to the residents of the City of Sonora by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) with no alternative provider for the City of Sonora; and WHEREAS, the City of Sonora finds it important that its residents, businesses, and public facilities have alternative choices for energy procurement beyond PG&E; and WHEREAS, in July 2024, the City of Sonora and Pioneer began discussions and studies to consider the financial feasibility and assessed risk of adding the City of Sonora into the Pioneer service area, and those discussions and studies remain ongoing; and
WHEREAS, contingent on the completion of those discussions and studies, the City of Sonora believes joining Pioneer will provide financial and other advantages to businesses and residents of the City of Sonora; and
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WHEREAS, the Pioneer Community Energy Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement (Agreement) requires each prospective member that wishes to participate in the CCA program to adopt a resolution expressing its desire to become a member of the Agreement and its intention to have the territory of the member's jurisdiction included in the service territory of the CCA; and WHEREAS, the Agreement requires each prospective member to adopt an ordinance in in accordance with Public Utilities Code section 366.2(c)(12) for the purpose of specifying that the member intends to implement a CCA program by and through its participation in Pioneer; and WHEREAS, the City of Sonora finds that the adoption of this ordinance is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines, as it is not a “project” since it has no potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment. (14 Cal. Code Reg. § 15378). Further, the ordinance is exempt from CEQA, as there is no possibility that the ordinance or its implementation would have a significant effect on the environment. (14 Cal. Code Reg. § 15061(b)(3)).

NOW THEREFORE, THE COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1:

The recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated by this reference and constitute findings in this matter.

SECTION 2:

The City Council of the City of Sonora authorizes the implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation Program within the areas currently served by PG&E through participation in the Community Choice Aggregation Program of the Pioneer Community Energy Joint Powers Authority, contingent on all of the following: (a) completion of the impact analysis by Pioneer, (b) adoption of a resolution of intent by the City of Sonora expressing the City of Sonora’s desire to become a member of Pioneer, (c) approval of the Pioneer Community Energy Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement, as amended, by the City of Sonora, (d) approval by the Governing Board of Pioneer Community Energy of the membership of the City of Sonora, and (e) the certification by the California Public Utilities Commission of the Implementation Plan filed by Pioneer to include the City of Sonora.

SECTION 3:

If any provision of this Ordinance is for any reason held by a court to be invalid, the City Council of the City of Sonora declares that it would have passed this Ordinance irrespective of the invalidity of the provision held to be invalid, and such invalidity shall therefore not affect the remaining provisions of this Ordinance, which shall remain in full force and effect, or the validity of its application to other persons or circumstances.

SECTION 4:

This Ordinance shall take effect and be in full force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage and adoption.
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SECTION 5:

A summary of this Ordinance will be published within fifteen (15) days after its passage, with the names of the members of the City Council voting for and against same in the Union Democrat, a newspaper of general circulation printed and published in the City of Sonora.

The foregoing ordinance was introduced on the 3rd day of February 2025, and adopted at a regular meeting of the City of Sonora, County of Tuolumne, State of California on this 18th day of 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: ________________________________________________________________ NOES: ________________________________________________________________ ABSTAIN: ________________________________________________________________ ABSENT: ________________________________________________________________ ATTEST: APPROVED:

Tracy Skelly
City Clerk, City of Sonora
Ann Segerstrom
Mayor
Ordinance No. 902
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RESOLUTION 02-18-2025-A
_______________ ___________________________________________________________________ A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA, ADDING CHAPTER 1.30 – COMMUNITY CHOICE AGGREGATION PROGRAM, TO TITLE 1, GENERAL PROVISIONS, OF THE SONORA

MUNICIPAL CODE, AUTHORIZING THE IMPLEMENTATION OF A COMMUNITY

CHOICE AGGREGATION PROGRAM IN THE CITY OF SONORA
WHEREAS, on September 24, 2002, the Governor of California signed into law Assembly Bill 117 (Statute 2002, Chapter 838; see California Public Utilities Code section 366.2; hereinafter referred to as the “Act”), which authorizes any California city or county, whose governing body so elects, to combine electricity load of its residents and businesses in a Community Choice Aggregation program (CCA). The Act expressly authorizes participation in a CCA through a joint powers authority; and WHEREAS, on September 9, 2015, the County of Placer and the City of Colfax entered into the original Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement for the purpose of establishing the Sierra Valley Energy Authority as a joint powers authority under the Joint Exercise of Powers Act, Government Code section 6500, et seq.; and WHEREAS, the California Public Utilities Commission certified the “Implementation Plan” of Pioneer, confirming Pioneer’s compliance with the requirements of the Act; and WHEREAS, on February 22, 2017, Pioneer Community Energy (Pioneer) was established as a joint powers authority pursuant to an Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement, as amended from time to time, for the establishment of a CCA; and
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 2017-3 of the Sierra Valley Energy Authority approved a name change from Sierra Valley Energy Authority to Pioneer Community Energy (“Pioneer”), as it is known today; and WHEREAS, subsequent amendments to the Amended and Restated JPA have authorized the County of El Dorado and the Cities of Grass Valley, Nevada City, and Placerville to become Voting Members; and WHEREAS, currently, electricity is generated and provided to the residents of the unincorporated area of Tuolumne County by Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) with no alternative provider for the jurisdiction; and
WHEREAS, the jurisdiction finds it important that its residents, businesses, and public facilities have alternative choices for energy procurement beyond PG&E; and
WHEREAS, in June of 2024, the jurisdiction and Pioneer began discussions and studies to consider the financial feasibility and assessed risk of the addition of the jurisdiction into the service area of Pioneer; and WHEREAS, having conducted additional discussions with Pioneer and having reviewed the results of the impact analysis co-commissioned by the Board of Supervisors and Pioneer, the County believes joining Pioneer will provide financial and other advantages to businesses and residents of the jurisdiction by providing alternative choices to energy procurement beyond PG&E; and
WHEREAS, the Amended and Restated Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement requires a prospective member to individually adopt a resolution of intent expressing the desire to become a member of the Joint Powers 37 Item D.

Authority, agree to be bound by the Joint Exercise of Power Agreement, and its intention to have the Territory of the member’s jurisdiction included in the service Territory of the CCA; and WHEREAS, the jurisdiction finds that adoption of this resolution is exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to the CEQA Guidelines, as it is not a “project” since it has no potential to result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change to the environment. (14 Cal. Code Reg. § 15378). Further, the resolution is exempt from CEQA, as there is no possibility that the resolution or its implementation would have a significant effect on the environment. (14 Cal. Code Reg. § 15061(b)(3)).

NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA DOES HEREBY RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1. The recitals above are true and correct and are incorporated into this resolution by this reference.

Section 2. The City Council of the City of Sonora hereby expresses its desire to become a member of the Pioneer Community Energy Joint Powers Authority.

Section 3. The City Council of the City of Sonora requests that the Board of Directors of Pioneer Community Energy approve the City as a member of the Pioneer Community Energy Joint Powers Authority.

Section 4. The City Council of the City of Sonora authorizes the City Administrator, or designee, to execute other documents necessary or desirable to facilitate membership in Pioneer Community Energy, subject to review and approval by the City Council.

Section 5. This resolution shall take effect at the time Ordinance No. 902 Authorizing the Implementation of a Community Choice Aggregation Program in the City of Sonora, becomes effective.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regularmeeting ofthe City Council of the City of Sonora on this 18th day of February 2025, by the following votes:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Signed and dated: _______________________________
Ann Segerstrom
Mayor, City of Sonora
ATTEST: ________________________________
Tracy Skelly
City Clerk, City of Sonora
RESOLUTION 02-18-2025-A
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Douglas White, City Attorney
SUBJECT: Consider Placement of a Resolution Condemning Violence Against the LGBTQIA+ Community on the March 3, 2025, Council Meeting Agenda
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Placement of a Resolution Condemning Violence Against the LGBTQIA+ Community on the March 3, 2025, Council Meeting Agenda.

BACKGROUND:

On January 28, 2025, a violent attack occurred in the Jamestown community. This incident has sparked significant concern among residents, particularly among members and allies of the LGBTQIA+ community.

At the February 3, 2025, City Council meeting, the Council Chambers were filled with concerned citizens advocating against violence and discrimination. Approximately 41 individuals provided public comments urging the Council to take a stand, by formally condemning the attack and reinforcing the City’s commitment to inclusivity and safety for all residents.

In response to this outcry, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill requested that this issue be placed on a future agenda for discussion and action. Per the City's policy for adding agenda items, which was approved on November 18, 2024, this request aligns with the established process.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The City has a history of progressive leadership in social equity matters. Prior to this request, the City established a Social Equity Committee and spent two (2) years developing Resolution No 04-18-2022-C which was unanimously approved on April 18, 2022. The Social Equity Resolution affirms the City’s commitment to fostering a safe, inclusive, and equitable community. Three years after its initial adoption, the City remains a leader and innovator in the region having crafted policies that promote diversity, equity, and inclusion.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost to the General Fund would include the cost of facilitating and developing the Resolution. The scope and costs are unknown. This item is not budgeted within the Legal Services Contract. 57 Item E.

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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP ATTACHMENTS:

1. City Policy on Adding Agenda Items

2. Social Equity Resolution
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Public Safety
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Sonora City Council Rules & Procedures
G. Flag Display Policy
At City Hall and during Council meetings, only the United States and State flags are permitted to be flown. This policy ensures that the display of flags remains consistent and respectful, adhering to national and state standards. The guidelines are as follows:

1. Flag Placement: The United States flag and the State flag should be prominently displayed in designated areas of City Hall and at Council meetings. These flags must be maintained in good condition and follow proper flag etiquette.

2. Prohibition of Other Flags: The display of any other flags, banners, or symbols is not permitted inside City Hall or during Council meetings. This policy is in place to maintain a neutral and official atmosphere.

H. Signage Policy
Signs are permitted outside of the Council chambers but are restricted from being displayed inside. This policy is implemented to maintain decorum and ensure that the focus remains on the proceedings within the Council chambers. The guidelines are as follows:

1. External Signs: Signs may be displayed in designated areas outside of the Council chambers.

These signs must not obstruct pathways or cause safety hazards.

2. Internal Signage Restrictions: No signs, posters, or banners are allowed inside the Council chambers during meetings. This restriction helps to preserve the formality and focus of Council discussions.

I. Agenda Item Request Procedure
Councilmembers who wish to have an item added to the agenda must follow the procedure outlined below:

1. Consent Calendar Submission: Requests for new agenda items must be submitted through the Consent Calendar at a prior meeting. Council membersshould provide a brief description of the item and its relevance.

2. Review by Council: The item will be reviewed and discussed during the Consent Calendar section of the subsequent Council meeting. If there are no objections or further questions, the item will be added to the agenda for the next meeting.

3. Agenda Confirmation: The item will be included in the official agenda if approved by the Council. Council members will be notified of its inclusion and prepared for discussion at the scheduled meeting. This procedure ensures that all agenda items are reviewed and approved in an orderly and timely manner.
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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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Mike Pugh, City Engineer, Dewberry Engineers Inc.

SUBJECT: Snell Street Reconstruction Project (County Line to Bonanza Road) Update and Approval of the Proposed Realignment Alternative to Better Facilitate the Installation of the New Storm Drain Pipeline.

RECOMMENDATION:

Receive an Update on the Snell Street Reconstruction Project (County Line to Bonanza Road) and Approve the Proposed Realignment Alternative to Better Facilitate the Installation of the New Storm Drain Pipeline.

BACKGROUND:

The existing storm drain system for Snell Street consists of an open roadside ditch between Spring Hill Road and the City of Sonora / Tuolumne County line which drains into a culvert pile that crosses under Spring Hill Road and into a storm drain box that allows the stormwater to bubble up onto Snell Street and sheet flow down the road and into an existing drainage system on Bonanza Road. The sheet flowing of water on Snell Street has over the years saturated the roadway structural section causing the road to disintegrate. In addition, the sheet flowing water freezes in the winter creating dangerous icy conditions on the road.

The City of Sonora has obtained Senate Bill 1 (SB1) funds to advance the construction of the needed road repairs, and the new storm drain system and pipeline. Due to the location of this project, additional project features are desired including the construction of a continuous sidewalk on Snell Street from Spring Hill Road to Bonanza Road and the undergrounding of the existing PG&E power lines. The sidewalk would provide safe pedestrian access from the neighborhoods off of Spring Hill Road to Sonora High School and would provide a connection point to the future Gold Rush Trail that is currently under design. The undergrounding of the PG&E lines would reduce the fire hazard within this portion of the City.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Dewberry has started the design of the new storm drain line and repairs to Snell Street. As part of this effort, utility information has been gathered from various utilities including TUD, PG&E, and AT&T. The information has been input into the project base mapping which revealed that Snell Streel is a major utility corridor for TUD in this area of the City of Sonora.

Installing a new storm drain pipeline with the existing footprint will be difficult due to the presence of TUD’s existing water and sewer pipelines. Extensive relocations of TUD’s infrastructure would be required to clear a 63 Item A.

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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP corridor for the new storm drain pipeline. This relocation work would significantly impact the local residents along Snell Street as well as the traveling public.

Realigning Snell Street approximately 5 feet to the north would provide a new corridor for the storm drain pipeline and eliminate the majority of TUD’s relocation work. As such, the construction costs for the realigned road are anticipated to be less than the construction costs that would be incurred if the existing Snell Street alignment were to be maintained. The realigned road alternative also reduces the construction uncertainties related to placing the new storm drain pipeline within TUD’s existing utility corridor. The realigned road, however, would increase the engineering and environmental clearance / permitting effort thus increasing the related design and environmental services costs. The overall cost for both keeping the existing alignment of Snell Street and realigning Snell Street is essentially the same.

Based on Dewberry’s analysis, Dewberry recommends advancing the design of the Snell Street Reconstruction Project using the realigned road alternative.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The estimated total cost of the proposed road project is approximately $3.6 million. The City of Sonora has secured the following funding sources for the project:
 $626,000 – Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) (SB1) Funds  $300,000 – Highway User Tax Funds
 $266,173 – Carbon Reduction Grant Funds
 $250,000 – Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Funds These sources provide a total of $1,442,173, leaving a funding shortfall of $2.2 million, with the majority of the gap attributed to construction costs.

To address this shortfall, the engineering team is actively pursuing additional grant opportunities and alternative funding sources to fully finance the project. If sufficient funding is not secured, the City may need to consider other financing options to move the project forward, including a General Fund contribution.

ATTACHMENTS:

Snell Street Reconstruction Project Presentation
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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1 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Snell Street Reconstruction Project
Update - Alternatives
Presentation to City Council
February 18, 2025
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2 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Agenda
• Background
• Project Purpose
• Project Alternatives
• Existing Alignment
• Realigned Road
• Recommendations and Next Steps
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3 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • County Line to Bonanza
• Road in Disrepair
• Street Drainage Causing:
• Continued Damage
• Ice During Winter
• High Volume of Traffic
• Future Planned Development
• Road in Great Need of Repair
Background
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4 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • County Line to Bonanza
• Road in Disrepair
• Street Drainage Causing:
• Continued Damage
• Ice During Winter
• High Volume of Traffic
• Future Planned Development
• Road in Great Need of Repair
Background
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5 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Road Is Utility Corridor
• TUD Water and Sewer
• Fiber Optics
• Overhead Power
• Gold Rush Path
• Terminates at Bonanza
Road / Snell Street
Background
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6 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Background Gold Rush Path Project
• PA /ED Phase
• Field Survey
Complete
• Prelim Design
In Progress
• Environmental
Studies In
Progress
• Scheduled
Completion
Summer 2026
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7 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Current Project Funding
• RMRA Funds $626,000
• Highway User Tax Funds $300,000
• Carbon Reduction Grant Funds $266,173
• RSTP – Construction $250,000
• Total: $1,442,173
Background
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8 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Repair the Existing Road from the County Line to Bonanza Road • Install SD Pipeline to Accommodate the Road Drainage, Prevent Future Road Damage and Eliminate Icing
• Provide Pedestrian Access From Spring Hill Road to Sonora High School
• Improve Safety for Local Residents and Traveling Public • Align with Gold Rush Path Project
Project Purpose
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9 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Existing Alignment Alternative
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10 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Maintains the Road Existing Alignment
Existing Alignment Alternative
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11 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Existing Alignment Alternative
Pros :
• Maintains the Existing Alignment
• Preserves Slope and Oaks
Along North Edge of Road
• Fits Within Current Engineering
Design / Environmental Budget
• Quick Environmental Clearance
Process
Cons :
• Requires Addl. RW Near Exist
Homes / Use of Exist RW Not
Currently Used
• Significant Impacts to Private
Property Driveways and Access
• Difficult to Install New SD Pipe
• Requires TUD to Relocate Several
Water and SS Services
• Extended Disruption to Traffic
• Higher Construction Costs
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12 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Existing Alignment Alternative
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13 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Realigned Road Alternative
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14 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Moves Road Existing Alignment 5 Feet to the North 1:1 Cut Slope Realigned Road Alternative
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15 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Moves Road Existing Alignment 5 Feet to the North 2:1 Cut Slope Realigned Road Alternative
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16 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Realigned Road Alternative
Pros :
• Moves Alignment Away From
Existing Homes (Safety)
• Provides a Corridor For New SD
Pipeline
• Minimized TUD Relocations
• Minimizes Disruptions to Traffic
• Less Impacts to Private Property
Driveways and Access
• Reduced Construction Costs
Cons :
• Requires More RW
• Cuts Existing North Slope
• Removes Existing Oak Trees
• Impacts to Planed Development
• Additional Funds Needed
Engineering & Environmental
• Extends Environmental Clearance
Process / Project Development
Schedule
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17 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Realigned Road Alternative
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18 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Existing Alignment Alternative Has:
• Higher Construction Costs
• More Construction Uncertainties
• Perception The Road Is Moving Closer to Existing Homes • Realigned Road Alternative:
• Addresses The Issues of the Existing Alignment
• Provides a Corridor for the Storm Drain Pipeline
• More Construction Certainties
• Lower Construction Cost and Same Overall Project Cost Recommendations and Next Steps
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19 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 • Recommend Move Forward with the Realigned Road Alternative • Next Steps:
• Meet with North Property Owner (Planned Development Site) To:
• Get Project Buy-In
• Coordinate Design Effort (Snell Street and Development) • Determine Developer Contribution to Snell Street Project • Forward the Design of the Realigned Road Alternative
• Seek Funding Project Construction $2.2M Gap
Recommendations and Next Steps
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20 Snell Street Reconstruction Project February 18, 2023 Project Schedule:
• Complete Design and Environmental Clearance Effort – May 2026 • Secure Right of Way – December 2026
• Obtain Regulatory Agency Permits – December 2026
• Ready to Advertise – March 2027
Recommendations and Next Steps
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

Receive an Update on the Public Works Maintenance Building and Pickleball Court Projects.

BACKGROUND:

Public Works Building:

A new maintenance building is being proposed to be constructed at the City of Sonora Public Works shop yard at 111 W School Street to replace a building previously lost in a fire. The building will consist of a pre-engineered metal building that will have similar architectural features to the existing metal buildings.

The plans and technical specifications are currently at the 95% complete level. Dewberry has received revised comments and is currently addressing the comments and preparing the project contract document. This project will be ready to advertise for bids by March 10th.

Pickleball Court:

A new Pickle Ball Court is proposed to be constructed at the Woodcreek 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.

The plans are currently at the 95% complete level. Dewberry has received revies comments and is currently addressing the comments and preparing the project contract document. This project will be ready to advertise for bids by March 10th.
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP FISCAL IMPACT:

Public Works Building:

The construction of the new building is being funded through a 200,000 Cal OES grant.

Pickleball Court:

The construction of the pickleball court funding includes $170,000 from a California Per Capita Bond ATTACHMENTS:
95% Plans
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

VICINITY MAP / PROJECT CONTROL
T-1

TITLE SHEET / PROJECT CONTROL

SITE LOCATION MAP (NOT TO SCALE)

CONTROL FOR DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION INDEX OF PLANS

ABBREVIATIONS

APPROVED
LEGEND
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LAYOUT
L-1

SECTION B-B

SECTION A-A

SECTION C-C

SECTION D-D
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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
C-1

A CONCRETE COURT

WEAKENED PLANE DETAIL

B CONCRETE JOINT DETAILS

C PICKLEBALL NET DETAIL

EXPANSION JOINT DETAIL

CENTER ANCHOR STRAP & FOOTING

PICKLEBALL NET ELEVATION AND NET POST DETAIL
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CONSTRUCTION DETAILS
C-2
G 8' CHAIN LINK FENCE DETAIL

F CONCRETE PAD EDGE DETAILS

STANDARD EDGE

CONCRETE POST FOOTING DETAIL

EXTENDED DEPTH EDGE

D RETAINING CURB E CONCRETE SIDEWALK DETAIL
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COURT STRIPING DETAIL COURT COLORS

PAVEMENT DELINEATION
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TITLE SHEET

SITE LOCATION MAP (NOT TO SCALE)

INDEX OF PLANS

ABBREVIATIONS

APPROVED
LEGEND
3 4
5 6
7 8
9 10
11 12
13 14
15 16
17 D-1
ST-1
ST-2
ST-3
W-1
W-2
W-3
E-1
E-2
E-3
E-4
E-5
E-6
E-7
E-8

ABBREVIATIONS
E-8

DEMOLITION PLAN

GENERAL STRUCTURAL NOTES

BUILDING PLAN

BUILDING SECTIONS

WATERLINE PLAN
WATERLINE PIPELINE DETAILS 1
WATERLINE PIPELINE DETAILS 2

SYMBOLS & ABBREVIATIONS

GENERAL NOTES

ELECTRICAL NOTES

OVERALL SITE PLAN

SITE PLAN LIGHTING

SCHEDULES & ONE-LINE DIAGRAM
ELECTRICAL DETAILS - 1
ELECTRICAL DETAILS - 2
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ST-1
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BUILDING
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W-1

WATERLINE PLAN
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WATER PIPELINE DETAILS 1
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W-3
WATER PIPELINE DETAILS 2
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NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION
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NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION ’ ’ ’ ’ ’ E-2 GENERAL NOTES 102
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NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION ” ”x ” ’ ’ ” E-3 ELECTRICAL NOTES 103 Item B.

NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION E-4 OVERALL SITE PLAN 104
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NOT FOR CONSTRUCTION E-6 SCHEDULES & ONE-LINE DIAGRAM 106 Item B.

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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Council Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 02-18-2025-B To Amend and Replace the City of Sonora Travel Policy
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of Resolution 02-18-2025-B Amending and Replacing the Existing City Travel Policy with the Updated Policy as Presented.

BACKGROUND:

The City's current Travel Policy was adopted on December 5th, 2005, and has not been updated to reflect the current best practices, regulatory changes, and fiscal policies. Over time, new travel cost considerations, reimbursement standards, and compliance requirements have emerged, necessitating a comprehensive revision of the policy.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The proposed Travel Policy revision ensures clarity, efficiency, and fiscal responsibility while aligning with industry standards and the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines for travel costs. Key changes and improvements in the updated policy include:

1. Enhanced Fiscal Oversight: Strengthening cost-control measures to prevent excessive or unnecessary expenditures.

2. Clearer Reimbursement Guidelines: Clarification on allowable expenses, including lodging, transportation, meals, and incidentals.

3. Adoption of GSA Rate Benchmarking: Utilizing the U.S. GSA per diem rates to establish fair and reasonable expense limits.

4. Improved Accountability Measures: Requiring pre-approval for all travel and timely submission of expense reports with itemized receipts.

5. Restriction of Non-Essential Expenses: Explicitly identifying non-reimbursable expenses, such as personal entertainment, luxury upgrades, and expenses for accompanying family members.

These revisions will improve the City's ability to manage travel expenses efficiently, reduce administrative burden, and ensure compliance with government regulations and fiscal policies. 109
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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP FISCAL IMPACT:

The adoption of the revised Travel Policy is expected to result in a more effective oversight of City travel expenditures. By setting clearer guidelines and restricting unnecessary costs, the policy will ensure prudent use of City funds. Any costs associated with implementing the new policy will be absorbed within existing department budgets.

ATTACHMENTS:
 Exhibit “A” - City of Sonora Travel Policy
 Resolution 02-18-2025-B
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
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RESOLUTION 02-18-2025-B

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA AMENDING AND REPLACING THE TRAVEL POLICY FOR THE CITY OF SONORA.

WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the need for a comprehensive and fiscally responsible Travel Policy; and
WHEREAS, the current Travel Policy, adopted on December 5, 2005, does not adequately reflect modern best practices and fiscal policies; and
WHEREAS, the proposed amended Travel Policy establishes clear guidelines for allowable expenses, reimbursement procedures, pre-approval requirements, and accountability measures; and WHEREAS, the revised Travel Policy aligns with the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) guidelines to ensure reasonable and equitable expense limitations; and WHEREAS, the proposed policy has been reviewed and recommended for adoption by City staff to promote efficiency, transparency, and cost-effective travel management; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sonora as follows:

1. The existing City Travel Policy adopted on December 5th, 2005, is hereby repealed and replaced with the amended Travel Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit A

2. The new Travel Policy shall govern all City employee travel and expense reimbursements effective immediately upon adoption of this resolution.

3. Any prior resolutions or policies in conflict with this resolution are hereby rescinded.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED as a Resolution by the Sonora City Council at a meeting held by the City Council on the 18th day of February 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: ____________________________________
NOES: ____________________________________
ABSTAIN: _________________________________
ABSENT: __________________________________
_________________________________
Ann Segerstrom, Mayor, City of Sonora
ATTEST: ________________________________
Tracy Skelly, City Clerk, City of Sonora
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City of Sonora
Travel Policy
Administrative Policy #16
1 I. Scope and Purpose
a. The purpose of this policy is to establish guidelines for reimbursing employees for reasonable and necessary expenses incurred while traveling on official City business.

This policy ensures fiscal responsibility, transparency, and compliance with applicable laws and regulations.
b. This policy applies to all City employees, elected officials, and authorized representatives traveling on behalf of the City. Employees must obtain prior approval for all travel from their department head or designated authority.
c. Occasionally, it is necessary for City personnel to attend meetings and to travel outside the City to conduct business or attend trainings and conferences. To control these costs and to compensate employees for actual and necessary expenses, the City Council has established a policy on travel.

II. Policy
a. Responsibilities
i. The Administrative Services Department approves travel requests, reconciliations, and reimbursement requests.
ii. The City will only pay for expenses incurred by employees in connection with authorized City business.
iii. Travel requests require an available budget and should be part of the annual budget process.
b. General Provisions
i. Employees must secure approval from their Department Head prior to registering for attendance at any conference, seminar and/or meeting. ii. All registration fees for approved travel shall be paid directly by the City.

Employees should register at the earliest time possible. iii. Reimbursement for travel expenses is limited to travel by the most direct and common route and by the most economical means of transportation. Any portion of any travel, which is unnecessarily done by indirect route, is not in the interest of the City, or is for personal business, will not be reimbursed. c. Authorization for Travel
i. A Travel Request Form is required for all travel.
ii. Travelers must obtain Department Director or authorized designee approval prior to making travel arrangements.

III. Reimbursement Rates
a. Lodging:
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City of Sonora
Travel Policy
Administrative Policy #16
2 i. Reimbursement of lodging is limited to the actual cost of a single room, plus all applicable taxes and fees.
ii. When making lodging arrangements travelers must request the government, group, conference, or promotional rate when booking lodging. The City will not reimburse costs for luxury upgrades, such as ocean views, suites, or other premium accommodations.
iii. The City will use the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) rate as a benchmark to assess reasonable lodging costs.
b. Meals
i. Reimbursement for meals shall be made only when travel extends for a minimum of six (6) hours except when specifically approved otherwise by the Department Director or authorized designee.
ii. Reimbursements shall be at the current per diem rates established by the U.S.

Government Services Administration (GSA).
c. Transportation: Travel will be by the most economical means available, taking into consideration requirements for meal reimbursement, lodging, and traveler time. If a location is not served by an airline, reimbursement will be provided for travel by the most direct route.
i. Air Travel:

1. Employees should use the most economical mode of transportation available.

2. Airfare: Travelers must book economy-class tickets and request government, group, or promotional rates where applicable. ii. Car Travel:

1. Travelers who have not provided the City with appropriate proof on insurance are not authorized to use a vehicle not otherwise owned, rented or leased by the City.

2. Travelers who use a City vehicle must follow the provisions of the City Fleet.

3. Travelers who use a private vehicle must follow the City’s transportation policy which provides information on safety and insurance requirements for operating a private vehicle on City business.
a. The City will reimburse for mileage at the current Internal Revenue Service (IRS) rate per mile which includes gas, maintenance and all other vehicle related expenses.

4. Carpooling Travelers: reimbursement will only be paid to the owner of the vehicle in which the travel occurred.
iii. Other:
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City of Sonora
Travel Policy
Administrative Policy #16
3 1. Trains, buses, ferries, or other means of transportation may be used.

Reimbursement will not exceed the cost of the lowest available rate and a receipt must be available for reimbursement.

2. Necessary and reasonable expenses such as parking, tolls, baggage fees, and internet access for business purposes may be reimbursed with proper documentation.

3. Tips and gratuities should be reasonable and customary but may not exceed 20% of the service cost.

IV. Travel Expense Reporting and Reimbursement
a. Employees must submit a completed expense report with original itemized receipts within 30 days of return.
b. Expense reports must be reviewed and approved by the employee’s department head or designated authority.
c. Any unapproved or excessive expenses will not be reimbursed.

V. Non-reimbursable expenses
a. Airline club memberships, air phone usage, in-flight headsets. b. Alcoholic beverages.
c. Auto rental upgrades, personal auto repairs, accident insurance, parking tickets, traffic violations, personal auto expenses other than mileage.
d. Claims submitted for reimbursement more than thirty (30) days following the travelers return date.
e. Expenses associated with a non-employee who accompanied the traveler (e.g. spouse or domestic partner’s transportation, lodging, and/or meals). f. Hotel related: Health club fees, room upgrades, movie rentals, mini-bar usage. g. Loss or theft of personal funds, property or luggage. h. Non-essential program activities associated with travel or event, such as sports tournaments, social activities, tours, etc.
i. Per diem for meals included in the program/conference/seminar and covered by the registration fee.
j. Personal expenses: Personal credit cards annual fees, babysitting or dependent care, pet care (including kennel and pet sitting fees), computer rentals for personal use, barber, hairdresser, laundry, spa services, toiletries, shoe-shine, etc. k. Travelers who combine personal travel with business travel must identify and pay for the personal segment of the trip.

VI. Exceptions
a. Any exception to this policy requires prior written approval by the City Administrator.

Exceptions must be justified as necessary and in the best interest of the City. 114
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City of Sonora
Travel Policy
Administrative Policy #16
4 VII. Policy Compliance
a. Fail to comply with this policy may result in denial of reimbursement. 115
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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: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Council Discussion and Consideration of Resolution 02-18-2025-C To Amend and Replace the City of Sonora Investment Policy
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of Resolution 02-18-2025-C Amending and Replacing the Existing City Investment Policy with the Updated Policy as Presented, to Better Align with Current Best Practices.

BACKGROUND:

The City's current Investment Policy was adopted on December 4 th, 2006, and has not been updated to reflect the
current best practices, legal requirements, and fiscal management principles. Over time, changes in financial regulations, market conditions, and best practices in municipal investment management have rendered the existing policy outdated and ineffective in ensuring the City’s fiscal responsibility and risk mitigation.

The proposed amendments to the City’s Investment Policy will modernize financial management practices, enhance compliance with current laws, and ensure the responsible investment of public funds.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The proposed Investment Policy is designed to enhance the City's ability to manage its financial resources effectively, ensuring the highest standards of safety, liquidity, and yield. Key updates and improvements in the revised policy include:

1. Compliance with State and Federal Laws: The policy has been updated to reflect the latest California Government Code Sections 53600-53686, ensuring legal compliance in all City investment activities.

2. Clearer Investment Objectives: The policy prioritizes safety, liquidity, and yield to maintain responsible fiscal stewardship.

3. Diversification and Risk Management: The updated policy includes diversification requirements to minimize financial risks associated with market fluctuations.

4. Authorized Investments: The policy outlines permitted investment instruments, including government securities, certificates of deposit, and local agency investment funds, ensuring the security of City funds. 116
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5. Reporting and Oversight Enhancements: The policy establishes robust reporting requirements, including quarterly investment reports to the City Council to enhance transparency and accountability.

6. Ethical and Prudent Management: Clear guidelines are provided to ensure ethical investment decisions and compliance with prudent investor standards.

These revisions will strengthen the City's financial management framework, ensure responsible investment practices, and provide a structured approach to optimizing returns while safeguarding public funds.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The adoption of the revised Investment Policy is expected to improve investment earnings while maintaining appropriate risk management measures. The policy will ensure that public funds are invested prudently and efficiently to support City operations and financial stability.

ATTACHMENTS:
 Exhibit “A” - City of Sonora Investment Policy
 Resolution 02-18-2025-C
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
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RESOLUTION 02-18-2025-C

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF SONORA AMENDING AND REPLACING THE INVESTMENT POLICY FOR THE CITY OF SONORA.

WHEREAS, the City of Sonora recognizes the importance of sound financial management and prudent investment practices to ensure the safety, liquidity, and yield of public funds; and WHEREAS, the City’s current Investment Policy, adopted on December 4th, 2006, is outdated and does not reflect current best practices, legal requirements, or evolving financial market conditions; and WHEREAS, the proposed updated Investment Policy aligns with California Government Code Sections 53600-53686, establishing legal compliance and enhanced fiscal responsibility in City investment activities; and
WHEREAS, the revised Investment Policy includes provisions to strengthen diversification, risk management, transparency, and ethical standards in the City’s investment decisions; and WHEREAS, the updated Investment Policy has been reviewed and recommended for adoption by City staff to improve the efficiency, oversight, and accountability of City funds;

1. The existing Investment Policy, adopted on December 4th, 2006, is hereby repealed and replaced with the updated Investment Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit A.

2. The new Investment Policy shall govern all City investment practices and procedures effective immediately upon adoption of this resolution.

3. The City Treasurer, or their designee, is authorized to implement and oversee compliance with the policy, making necessary administrative adjustments as needed.

4. Any prior resolutions or policies in conflict with this resolution are hereby rescinded.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Sonora as follows:

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED as a Resolution by the Sonora City Council at a meeting held by the City Council on the 18th day of February 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: ________________________________
NOES: ________________________________
ABTAIN: ______________________________
ABSENT: ______________________________
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Ann Segerstrom, Mayor, City of Sonora
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Tracy Skelly, City Clerk, City of Sonora
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City of Sonora
Investment Policy
Administrative Policy #33-1
1 I. Scope and Purpose
a. The purpose of this Investment Policy is to establish guidelines for the prudent investment of public funds in accordance with the Governmental Accounting Standards Board (GASB) guidelines and California Government Code Section 53601. This policy is designed to ensure the safety, liquidity, and yield of the City’s financial assets while maintaining compliance with applicable state laws.
b. This policy applies to all financial assets of the City of Sonora that are eligible for investment and are under the control of the City. These funds include, but are not limited to, general funds, special revenue funds, capital project funds, debt service funds, and enterprise funds.

II. Objectives: The primary objectives of the City's investment policy are, in priority order:
a. Safety: The foremost objective is to safeguard principal by mitigating credit and interest rate risks.
b. Liquidity: Investments must remain sufficiently liquid to meet the City’s operational needs.
c. Yield: Investments should generate a reasonable rate of return while complying with the first two objectives.

III. Standard of Care
a. The standard of prudence to be used shall be the "Prudent Investor" standard, requiring investment decisions to be made with care, skill, prudence, and diligence under prevailing circumstances.

IV. Authorized Investments
a. In accordance with Government Code Section 53601, the City is authorized to invest in the following instruments:
i. U.S. Treasury Securities: Obligations issued by the U.S. government with full faith and credit backing.
ii. Federal Agency Securities: Securities issued by U.S. government-sponsored agencies (e.g., FNMA, FHLB, FHLMC).
iii. Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF): A pooled investment fund managed by the California State Treasurer.
iv. Certificates of Deposit (CDs): Issued by banks and savings institutions in compliance with California law.
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City of Sonora
Investment Policy
Administrative Policy #33-1
2 v. Commercial Paper: Rated A-1/P-1 by a nationally recognized rating agency with a maximum maturity of 270 days.
vi. Municipal Securities: Issued by California local agencies or states, rated at least A or equivalent.
vii. Medium-Term Corporate Notes: Rated at least A or equivalent by a nationally recognized rating agency.
viii. Money Market Mutual Funds: Regulated and rated AAA by at least one nationally recognized rating agency.

V. Investment Limitations
a. No more than 40% of the City’s total investment portfolio may be invested in commercial paper.
b. No more than 30% of the portfolio may be invested in medium-term corporate notes. c. The Ciy shall not invest in inverse floaters, range notes, interest-only strips derived from mortgage pools, or any other high-risk derivative.

VI. Diversification and Maturity
a. The City's portfolio shall be structured to avoid concentration risk by diversifying investments across multiple issuers and maturities. The maximum maturity of any single investment shall not exceed five (5) years, unless expressly approved by the City Council. b. The weighted average maturity of the portfolio shall be managed to maintain adequate liquidity.
c. No more than 5% of the portfolio may be invested in the securities of a single issuer, except for U.S. Treasury and federal agency securities. d. The portfolio should maintain adequate diversification to reduce risk exposure. e. The City shall not engage in high-risk derivative investments.

VII. Performance Reporting and Review
a. The City Treasurer shall submit quarterly investment reports to the City Council, detailing holdings, market value, and performance.
b. The City Administrative Services Director shall conduct an annual review of the policy to ensure continued compliance with state laws and best practices.

VIII. Safekeeping and Custody
a. All securities shall be held in the City’s name and kept in a third-party custodial account to protect against loss.
b. The City shall maintain an internal system of controls to ensure compliance with investment procedures and audit requirements.
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City of Sonora
Investment Policy
Administrative Policy #33-1
3 IX. Ethics and Conflict of Interest
a. City officials and employees responsible for investment decisions shall avoid any conflicts of interest and comply with all applicable ethics laws and disclosure requirements.

X. Policy Adoption and Amendments
a. This Investment Policy shall be adopted by resolution of the City Council and reviewed annually and updated as necessary to reflect changes in GASB standard, State laws, and best practices. Any amendments must be approved by the City Council. 121
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, Administrative Services Director
SUBJECT: Administrative Services Department Report for December 2024 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the City of Sonora Administrative Services Department Report for December 2024 (FY24/25) DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:
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Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2024
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Community Development Department Update, January 2025 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the City of Sonora Community Development Department Monthly Report for January 2025.

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

SPECIAL EVENT PERMITS
Special Event Permits for the following Community Events:
 Woods Creek Little League (Woods Creek baseball Field, Mon-Sat use)  Sun Poppy Market (Courthouse Park with surrounding street closures)—2 nd Saturdays, April - October
 Community Arts Expo (Coffill Park), 2
nd Saturdays, April – October
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FARMERS MARKET
 Planning for Farmers Market 2025 is underway. City Council approved the closure of Stewart Street as part of a demonstration project to grow the market and enhance the downtown area. This will allow for additional participants in the farmers market, both farmers, artisans and community organizations.  A few new items will also be purchased, including a Market Info pop up, an additional hand truck and hopefully an ice machine.

LINOBERG STREET
 Working with Waste Management to approve a plan to modify the location of existing trash bin pickup  Getting quotes to deliver the crosswalk improvements
 Secured approval from building owners to allow anchors for shade structures and Art installations on Diamondback building (on the Linoberg Street side)

CODE ENFORCEMENT
 Our code enforcement officer has worked limited days during Q1  One long standing code case is being resolved on Jackson Street which is a huge win for the neighborhood and City resources.
 Abandoned vehicles and sign permitting has been a focus for our code enforcement officer.

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) MANAGEMENT
 Prep final submittal to CDBG for reimbursement of equipment for two (2) fire trucks and supporting equipment
 Request for Qualifications to recruit a consultant to help the City win CDBG and HOME grant dollars is available on City website. The RFQ was issued on January 31st and the proposal deadline is February 28.

CALOES PROJECT
 Draft plans for the new storage structure have been received. Bid documents are being prepared. It is anticipated that this project goes out to bid in February-March, with an anticipated project delivery prior to July 2025.

PER CAPITA (STATE PARKS) GRANT
 Pickleball court was revised to enlarge the court. The project did not meet the recommended minimums. There was a conflict between the pickleball court and the basketball hoop and striping. For this reason, and in recognition of the growing popularity of pickleball, the basketball hoop and striping are being removed.
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STOCKTON-WASHINGTON CORRIDOR PROJECT
 Staff is submitting final paperwork for the project and pursuing reimbursements for project expenditures.

ORDINANCE UPDATE(S)
 A business focused public meeting focusing on the draft ordinance and design guidelines was held in partnership with the Sonora Chamber at the Taproom on Tuesday February 11 at 5:30pm. The meeting was well attended and staff received lots of good feedback from business owners on the draft guidelines.

The ordinance will still need to go before the Planning Commission, which may happen in February. The final action on this item will come before the City Council for direction and approval.

PLANNING COMMISSION
 Due to a conflict between the Local Area Formation Commission (LAFCO) meetings and Planning Commission meetings—both meeting on the second Monday of the month, the Planning Commission voted at their January 13th meeting to move their meetings to the 4th Monday of every month. The Bylaws will be brought back to reflect this change.
 The next Planning Commission meeting is scheduled for February 24th, 2025.

USE PERMIT
 N/A

HOUSING ELEMENT
 The revised Housing Element was re-submitted to Housing and Community Development (HCD-State).

The revised document is on the City website, and required a 7 day public review period which was from December 30, 2024 – January 8, 2025.

CALAVERAS STREET PARKING
 Working with the owner to develop a timeline for construction of the approved parking lots at this location. Parking lots are within the City right of way.

ENCROACHMENT PERMITS (Caltrans)
 Will begin working on the Encroachment permit for the Mother Lode Round Up parade.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal impact to the General Fund.
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Aimee New, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Fire Department Monthly Report for January 2025 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the Fire Department Monthly Report for January 2025 DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Receive the Fire Department Monthly Report for January 2025 FISCAL IMPACT:

Ni Fiscal impact to the General Fund.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

1. The City of Sonora Fire Department responded to 185 calls for service in January 2025.

2. Sonora City units responded to emergency calls as follows:
111 - Building fire 2
114 - Chimney or flue fire, confined to chimney or flue 1 118 - Trash or rubbish fire, contained 1
321 - EMS call, excluding vehicle accident with injury 138 322 - Motor vehicle accident with injuries 2
323 - Motor vehicle/pedestrian accident (MV Ped) 1
324 - Motor vehicle accident with no injuries. 2
412 - Gas leak (natural gas or LPG) 4
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP 424 - Carbon monoxide incident 1
440 - Electrical wiring/equipment problem, other 1
462 - Aircraft standby 1
531 - Smoke or odor removal 1
551 - Assist police or other governmental agency 1
553 - Public service 3
554 - Assist invalid 4
611 - Dispatched & cancelled en route 14
622 - No incident found on arrival at dispatch address 1 631 - Authorized controlled burning 2
651 - Smoke scare, odor of smoke 2
730 - System malfunction, other 2
743 - Smoke detector activation, no fire - unintentional 1 Total 185

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

4. The average response time during the month: 4:32

5. Automatic or mutual aid given: 60
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
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 January 2025.

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 January 2025.

Activity January 2025 December 2024 January 2024
Total Incidents 1,113 1,150 1,003
Calls for Service 731 760 684
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP Officer Initiated 382 390 319
Total Arrests 53 43 40
Felony Arrests 11 11 4
Misd. Arrests 42 32 36
Total Reports 123 103 92
Parking Citations 4 25 5
Moving Citations 9 18 12
Domestic Violence 5 5 4
Larceny Inc./Inv. 30/15 30/13 26/---
Total Collisions/Inv. 23/6 4/20 25/9
Homeless
Activity/Case Reports
113/28 104/27 118/16
Animal Calls 25 26 23
Public Intox and UID 11 11 7
DUI Arrests 5 2 2
Total Phone Calls /
911 Calls
1,925/296 1,695/336 2,151/381
Average Per Day 62 55 69
Vehicle Releases 6 4 6
FISCAL IMPACT:

There is No Fiscal Impact on the General Fund.
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP ATTACHMENTS (3):

Crimes by Area Report
Area 1 Supervisor Report
Area 2 Supervisor Report
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

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January 2025 - Crimes by Area
AREA 1 REPORTS:

Violent Crimes:
1 – Felony Domestic Violence
1 – Felony Felon in Possession of a firearm (including misdemeanor domestic violence and possession of controlled substances)
2 – Felony Battery with Great Bodily Injury
1 – Felony Criminal Threats
1 – Misdemeanor Child Abuse (including driving while under the influence) 1 – Misdemeanor Violation of a Domestic Violence Order
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
1 – Felony Business Burglary
2 – Felony Stolen Vehicle (both recovered outside of City Jurisdiction) 6 – Misdemeanor Business Burglaries (Shoplifting)
1 – Misdemeanor Embezzlement
AREA 2 REPORTS:

Violent Crimes:
2 – Felony Domestic Violence (one including false imprisonment and assault with great bodily injury)
1 – Misdemeanor Domestic Battery
1 – Misdemeanor Child Abuse (including misdemeanor battery) 1 – Misdemeanor Violation of a Domestic Violence Order
1 – Misdemeanor Battery on an Emergency Medical Professional (including public intoxication) 1 – Misdemeanor Unlawful Sexual Intercourse with a Minor (with misdemeanor distribution of Child Sexual Abuse Material)
Burglaries / Other Larceny:
1 – Recovered Stolen Vehicle Reported by CHP Sonora Area 1 – Misdemeanor Business Burglary (Shoplifting)
1 – Misdemeanor Petty Theft from a Business Location (including possession of a controlled substance)
1 – Misdemeanor Theft by False Pretenses (including false impersonation of another) 1 – Petty Theft from a Vehicle at a Public Location
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Area 1 Supervisor Report
January 2025
Neighborhood Watch:

ELKS HILL:
⮚ No updated activity
SONORA KNOWLES:
⮚ No updated activity.

Case(s) for discussion:

On 01/06/2025, at approximately 10 am, officers were dispatched to Mono Way and Greenley Rd. for the report of a stolen vehicle. Officers located the vehicle and conducted a high-risk stop of the car. During the subsequent traffic enforcement stop, the officer located several grams of methamphetamine and drug paraphernalia. The suspect was transported and booked into the county jail for the stolen vehicle and drug charges.

On 01/17/2025, at approximately 4:30 pm, officers were dispatched to an intoxicated subject attempting to drive from the Farmer’s parking lot. Officers located the suspect on Lyons Road and initiated a traffic enforcement stop of the vehicle. The vehicle failed to yield, and officers began to pursue the truck. The vehicle finally yielded after it drove onto the sidewalk of Greenley Rd, near Sonora Elementary School. The driver of the vehicle was arrested for driving under the influence and evading a peace officer.

Investigations:
⮚ Investigations completed four search warrants concerning three criminal investigations.

Range:
⮚ Range qualification is scheduled for March
Fleet:
⮚ McCoy Tire and Auto Care is now an authorized Sonora PD’s Fleet account vendor.

Property and Evidence:
⮚ No updated activity
Respectfully submitted,
Sergeant Eric Nygard
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Area 2 Monthly Supervisor Report
January 2025
Neighborhood Watch:

MYERS HILL:
 No updated activity.

NORTH STEWART:
 No updated activity.

HIGHLAND VIEW:
 No updated activity
Case(s) for discussion:

Officers responded to reports of a Domestic Dispute. Prior to arrival, Dispatch informed Officersthe Victim left the residence and was going to meet the Officer’s away from the location.

Officers met with the Victim and learned she and her significant other had gotten into a verbal argument, and the male became physical. The Victim was physically assaulted, held against her will, pushed to the ground, and strangled. Officers noticed visible injuries to the Victim and requested medics respond to the scene.

The Victim was medically cleared on scene and provided with services and documents for Domestic Violence. Officers released the Victim from the scene and responded to the residence.

Prior to arrival at the residence, Officers learned the Suspect was a registered firearm owner.

Officers made their approach to the residence utilizing a patrol vehicle as cover. Officers were able to contact the Suspect and safely take him into custody. While attempting to speak to the Suspect, Officers determined him to be intoxicated.

The Suspect was transported to the Tuolumne County Jail where he was booked for felony Domestic Violence, felony assault with a deadly weapon with force, possible great bodily injury, and felony false imprisonment.

Officers responded to reports of a suspicious vehicle. When Officers arrived, they discovered a male in the driver’s seat of the vehicle with the door open and a large aggressive dog in the back seat. Officers contacted the male who showed signs of intoxication. When Officers asked the male for his identification, he showed them a picture of his Facebook account and told them that is who he was. Officers again asked for identification but the male was unable to provide any.

Officers asked the male to step out of the vehicle and he refused. After talking with the male for several minutes, he stepped out of the vehicle. Officers detained the male by placing him in handcuffs. They informed the male he was under arrest for drunk in public and did a search of 135
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his person. During the search, Officers located metal knuckles in his front pocket. After the search, the male became confrontational and began yelling at Officers. While attempting to get the male in the back seat of the patrol car, the male became combative and refused to get in the vehicle.

Officers were eventually able to get the male in the back seat of the patrol vehicle after a struggle. When the male was in the patrol vehicle, he laid on the seat and brought his legs to his chest. The male then kicked at Officers repeatedly nearly striking Officers while attempting to close the door. The male was transported to the Tuolumne County Jail where he was booked for felony possession of metal knuckles, felony obstructing and resisting an Officer, and misdemeanor public intoxication.

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 welcomed three new Volunteers to the Department.  This month we held training on radio traffic, and being a good witness. We watched training videos and held scenarios for Explorers and Volunteers to participate in. During the scenarios, they were able to utilize the training they just received.

Recruitment:
 We are still in the process of hiring new Dispatchers to fill department vacancies.  An applicant for patrol has successfully passed his background. He is in the final stages of the hiring process and is expected to start in early February. The Sonora Police Department is excited to welcome a new Officer to the family.

Training:
 Our Lieutenant went to a training in Winters, CA for Critical Considerations for the Police Executive.

Respectfully Submitted,
Sgt. Dominic Bertalotto
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: February 18, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Michael Lagomarsino, Public Works Supervisor
SUBJECT: Public Works Department Report for January 2025 RECOMMENDATION:

Receive the City of Sonora Public Works Department Monthly Report for January 2025.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

For January 2025, the City of Sonora Public Works Department performed the following activities:

Streets
 Loaded and hauled six pay piles from city streets.
 Performed sidewalk inspections for possible trip hazards.  Patched Toby St, East Bald Mt Rd, and West Sunset Dr.  Removed a hazardous tree on High St.
 Installed new signs on Washington St for Police Chief and Community Developer.  Installed clean and clear signs in Sonora Creek.
 Installed (WATCH FOR PEDESTRIAN) signs at the crosswalk near Gold St on S. Washington St.  Performed a major tree pruning project on Ponderosa Dr.  Retro-fitted fifty city-owned streetlights around the city with LED bulbs.  Replaced damaged street sign on Elks Drive.
 Replaced twenty dated no parking signs around the city.  Spent numerous days making repairs to sidewalks throughout the city.  Spent several days pot-holing City Streets.
 Started an annual weed spraying program throughout the city.  Returned numerous shopping carts to businesses abandoned on City Streets.  Removed two deceased deer from the city right of way.  Spent several days removing leaf piles throughout the city.

Facilities
 Repaired latch on the restroom door at the Stewart St restrooms.  Replaced dated thermostat covers at the Opera Hall.
 Swapped out office desks at City Hall.
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SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP  Replace the water heater in the Cutler rental house.
 Transferred several filing cabinets from the former City Engineers office to Public Works.

Parks/Landscapes/Parking Lots
 Monthly inspection of playground equipment at Rotary Park.  Used a blower on city lots weekly.

Storm Drains
 Cleaned numerous storm drains and ditches throughout the city.

Cemeteries
 Daily-Check of messages at Mountain Shadow, and return calls as needed.  Daily Cleaned irrigation filters during the irrigation season.  Mark 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.
 Removed the Christmas tree from the landscape at the Red Church.  Took down the Christmas wreaths installed on City streetlight poles.  Transferred Santa’s house from Courthouse Park to Public Works.  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:

Sonora City CouncilFebruary 18, 2025

Sonora City Council
February 18, 2025