TRACY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
May 3, 2022, 7:00 p.m.
City Hall, 333 Civic Center Plaza, Tracy Web Site: www.cityoftracy.org
Mayor Young called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m.
Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Bedolla, Davis, Mayor Pro Tem Vargas and Mayor Young present.
Mayor Young led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Pastor Doug Diestler, Mission City Church offered the invocation.
Michael Rogers, City Manager announced the Employee of the Month Award for May, Brian Langley, Utilities Department.
Mayor Young presented a Certificate of Reappointment to Transportation Advisory Commissioner Timothy Silva and Certificate of Appointment to new commissioner Rajpal Dhillon.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for Older American’s Month to David Vigil.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for Neurofibromatosis Awareness Month to Jessica Contreras.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for Bike to Work Week to Dotty Nygard.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for AAPI Heritage Month to Mariah Taloa and Lani Alfonso.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for National Public Works Week to David Murphy.
Mayor Young presented Proclamations for National Day of Prayer to Pastor James Young from His Image Ministries, and Pastor Scott McFarland from Journey Christian Church.
REGULAR MEETING – 7:00 P.M.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR – Following the removal of consent item 1.D by Michael Rogers, City Manager motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Vargas and seconded by Council Member Davis to adopt the consent calendar. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
1.A ADOPTION OF THE APRIL 19, 2022 JOINT CITY COUNCIL AND TRACY PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY MEETING MINUTES – Minutes were adopted.
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1.B ADOPT RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE EXECUTION OF THE CERTIFICATIONS
AND ASSURANCES AND AUTHORIZED AGENT FORMS FOR THE LOW CARBON
TRANSIT OPERATION PROGRAM (LCTOP) FOR THE USE OF FREE FARE BUS RIDES USING AN ALLOCATION OF $67,412 IN LCTOP FUNDS – Resolution 2022- 053 authorized the submittal of a project nomination and allocation request for the Low Carbon Transit Operation Program (LCTOP).
1.C APPROVE THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH AECOM TO UPDATE THE CITY’S ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT STRATEGIC PLAN FOR A NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $152,000 – Resolution 2022-054 approved the Professional Services Agreement with AECOM to update the City’s Economic Development Strategic Plan.
1.D APPROVE AMENDMENT NO.1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KIMLEY-HORN AND ASSOCIATES, INC. TO AMEND THE
SCOPE FOR THE CITYWIDE ROAD AND TRANSPORTATION AND
BIKEWAYS MASTER PLAN UPDATE CIP 73173 & CIP 78171, AND INCREASE THE COMPENSATION BY AN ADDITIONAL $136,900, FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $748,485 – ITEM WAS PULLED FROM AGENDA
1.E AUTHORIZE THE ACCEPTANCE OF A $495,735 GRANT FROM STATE
WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD FOR THE CALIFORNIA
WASTEWATER ARREARAGE PAYMENT PROGRAM FOR RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL WASTEWATER ARREARAGES – Resolution 2022-055
authorized the acceptance of a $495,735 grant from State Water Resources Control Board for the California Wastewater Arrearage Payment Program for residential and commercial wastewater customer arrearages.
1.F AMEND RESOLUTION No. 2021-196, DATED DECEMBER 21, 2021, TO AUTHORIZE THE DIRECT PURCHASE OF A SIXTY (60) FOOT WIDE BY ONE HUNDRED FIVE (105) FOOT LONG, HIGH TENSION MEMBRANE
STRUCTURE FROM SPRUNG INSTANT STRUCTURES, INC., TO BE
INSTALLED AS PART OF THE SITE IMPROVEMENTS AT THE TEMPORARY EMERGENCY HOUSING PROJECT, CIP 71112, AT 370 ARBOR AVENUE, FOR A NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $455,000 – Resolution 2022-056 amended Resolution No. 2021-196, and authorized the direct purchase of a sixty (60) foot wide by one hundred five (105) foot long, high tension membrane structure from Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., to be installed as part of the site improvements at the Temporary Emergency Housing Project CIP 71112, at 370 Arbor Avenue.
2. ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE – Dan Evans stated that El Pescadero Park is getting worse, spoke about a report that surfaced over the weekend that there was an overdose and another fire and there was damage to a fence in the adjacent neighborhood. Mr.
Evans expressed his frustration regarding the delays in the construction of the Temporary Housing Facility.
Robert Tanner shared his concerns about the increase in garbage rates, lack of smaller cans, asked why the City cannot offer a smaller can and shared the example of what the City of San Francisco is doing.
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3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.A REVIEW THE TOP THREE (3) NAMES RECOMMENDED BY THE PARKS AND COMMUNITY SERVICES COMMISSION AND SELECT ONE (1) FOR THE
NAME OF THE NEW LINEAR PARK IN THE HILLVIEW DEVELOPMENT OF
TRACY HILLS
Thien Nguyen, Recreation Supervisor provided the staff report and responded to questions.
Steve Abercrombie stated the Front Street Plaza would be a great place to name after Ray Morelos because of the proximity to his restaurant and South Side Area, and requested Council direct staff to bring an item back naming the plaza after Ray and move forward with naming the parks after the other nominees.
Mary Mitracos shared that the plaza should not be renamed due to the historical importance to the City that goes back to when Tracy was founded and stated City residents should be naming the parks and not the developers.
Robert Tanner agreed with Mary Mitracos regarding the City taking over the naming of the parks. Mr. Tanner shared that the parks should be named in the order presented and expressed his support for the first park to be named Ray Morelos, the next two parks be named after Gene Birk and Daniel R. Schack in that order.
John Palmer shared that on behalf of the Tracy Hills Team they are proud and honored to be part of this process along with the Planning Commission, Parks Commission, City Council, volunteers, and community leaders. Mr. Palmer added there are 16 more parks that will come online over the next few years and encouraged Council to direct staff to ensure that the remaining two candidates get parks named after them in Tracy Hills.
The following residents shared historical information, personal stories, and support to name the Linear Park in the Hillview Development after Mr. Raymond P. Morelos, Jr.: Walter Gouveia, Mercedes Silveira-Gouveia, Juana Dement, and Alice English.
Tim Silva expressed his support for the park to be named after Mr. Daniel Schack because of his work with Friends of the Park non-profit and his architectural background.
The following residents continued to express support for the park to be named after Mr. Raymond P. Morelos, Jr.: Mitra Behnam, Richard Soto, Conrad Levoit, Lisa Guerrero, and Gurneel Bopara.
Todd Lieberg requested that staff bring back to Council a discussion for plaques to be erected at the parks that articulate the achievements of the individuals and why the parks are being named after them.
Council discussion continued.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Vargas and seconded by Council Member Davis to adopt Resolution 2022-057 approving the recommendation from the Parks and Community Services Commission and select Raymond P. Morelos, Jr. as the name for the new linear park in the Hillview Development. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
3.B APPOINTMENT OF CITY COUNCIL SUBCOMMITTEE AND AN ALTERNATE
TO INTERVIEW APPLICANTS TO FILL ONE TERM VACANCY ON THE SAN
JOAQUIN COUNTY MOSQUITO ABATEMENT DISTRICT BOARD
Necy Lopez, Deputy City Clerk provided the staff report.
There were no public comments.
There were no Council comments.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Council Member Arriola to appoint Council Member Davis and Council Member Arriola to the subcommittee and Mayor Young to serve as alternate to interview applicants to fill one term vacancy on the San Joaquin County Mosquito Abatement District Board. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
4. ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE – There was no public comment.
5. STAFF ITEMS – Michael Rogers, City Manager announced the following: A workshop for the Multi-Generational Recreational Center on Wednesday, May 4, 2022 from 6 p.m. to 7 p.m. at North School which will provide the community an opportunity to provide input on programming and the site. There will also be a Bike Ways workshop on Wednesday, May 11, 2022 at 7:00 p.m. at the Tracy Community Center to provide an opportunity for the community to review the existing planned and future bike lanes.
There is ongoing sewer improvement night work taking place on Corral Hollow and Valpico Road. This is taking place from 7 p.m. to 4 a.m. and is scheduled to end on May 6, 2022. Mr. Rogers will be attending the One Voice Conference in Washington DC.
Brian MacDonald, Parks and Recreation Director will be acting City Manager in his absence.
6. COUNCIL ITEMS – Council Member Davis requested that a discussion take place about being more proactive regarding the conduct of the unsheltered population considering the recent events at El Pescadero Park, requested the policy be looked at and the discussion to potentially increase police officers. Mayor Pro Tem Vargas seconded the request. City Manager, Michael Rogers requested clarification whether this report was to be issued to the ADHOC Committee and stated that the problem is growing because of lack of being proactive. Mayor Pro Tem Vargas shared that it’s okay to camp at night but having the tents the entire day is different than the intent of the law. Council Member Davis reiterated that a policy discussion that defines how parks and public spaces will be used is important, it’s a conduct issue and not a homeless status issue and that things are getting out of control in the park, and this is impacting the quality of life to all citizens.
Mr. Rogers shared that this item will be brought back before July.
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Council Member Arriola reported on the Homeless Advisory Committee meeting, the homeless shelter, and the homeless strategic plan and asked about details of a transition plan. Council Member Arriola shared that there will be policy discussions and transition plan details and the importance of having a policy in place prior to the opening of the Temporary Housing Facility. Council Member Arriola will be attending the One Voice Conference in Washington D.C. and wished everyone a Happy Mother’s Day and Happy Cinco de Mayo.
Mayor Pro Tem Vargas reported information from the Financial Sustainability ADHOC Committee and will be providing Council an update in a few weeks. Mayor Pro Tem Vargas also reported information regarding the meeting at the California League of Cities Transportations and Public Works Committee. Mayor Pro Tem Vargas will not be attending the One Voice Conference on May 11 and 12, 2022, the California Latino Caucus will be lobbying in Sacramento on behalf of Valley Link. Wished all moms a Happy Mother’s Day.
Mayor Young shared her update to Council via email, stated it will be included in the public comments. Will be attending One Voice in Washington D.C. Made mention of the RAD card and encouraged the community to participate. Reminded everyone that May 5, 2022 is not only Cinco de Mayo but also the National Day of Prayer and wished a Happy Mother’s Day.
7. ADJOURNMENT – Time: 9:38 p.m.
ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Vargas and seconded by Council Member Arriola to adjourn. Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Bedolla, Mayor Pro Tem Vargas and Mayor Young in favor; passed and so ordered. Council Member Davis was absent from the vote.
The above agenda was posted at the Tracy City Hall on April 28, 2022. The above are action minutes. A recording is available at the office of the City Clerk.
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