TRACY CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
July 2, 2024, 7:00 p.m.
City Hall, 333 Civic Center Plaza, Tracy Web Site: www.cityoftracy.org
Mayor Young called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
There were no actions taken pursuant to AB 2449.
Mayor Young led the Pledge of Allegiance.
Midori Lichtwardt, City Manager presented Employee of the Month Award for July to Sophia Martinez, Finance Department.
Mayor Young presented a Proclamation for Parks and Recreation Month to Brian MacDonald, Interim Public Works Director.
Mayor Young presented a Certificate of Appointment to Renu Miles as the City of Tracy representative on the San Joaquin County Mosquito & Vector Control District Board.
Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Bedolla, Evans, Mayor Pro Tem Davis and Mayor Young present. Council Member Arriola and Mayor Young had no declarations of conflict.
Council Member Bedolla announced as to Agenda Item 1.N, in the matter Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., he recused himself from any discussion and action involving the Resolution approving the updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver due to a conflict of interest.
Council Member Evans announced as to Agenda Item 1.N, in the matter Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., he recused himself from any discussion and action involving the Resolution approving the updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver due to a conflict of interest.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis announced as to Agenda Item 1.N, in the matter Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., she recused herself from any discussion and action involving the Resolution approving the updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver due to a conflict of interest.
1. CONSENT CALENDAR – Following the removal of Consent Items 1.D and 1.E by Mayor Pro Tem Davis and 1.N by Council Member Arriola, Dan Randall, and Robert Tanner motion was made by Council Member Arriola and seconded by Council Member Evans to adopt the Consent Calendar. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
1.A. Adoption of June 18, 2024 Closed Session, Special Meeting and Regular Meeting Minutes. – Minutes were adopted.
1.B. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the (1) acceptance of the Call4AllAnimals grant award of $10,000, (2) appropriation of the full grant funds to the Police Department (Animal Services) operational budget for Fiscal Year 2024/25. – Resolution 2024- 111 accepted the grant and appropriated funds.
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1.C. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution (1) accepting the public improvements for Raymond P. Morelos Jr. Park, also known as Hillview Public Park, constructed by Lennar Homes of California, LLC, and assuming all future operations and maintenance, (2) authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for Raymond P. Morelos Jr. Park with the San Joaquin County Recorder’s Office, and (3) authorizing the City Engineer to release the Raymond P. Morelos Jr. Park improvement security in accordance with the terms of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement. – Resolution 2024-112 accepted the improvements.
1.F. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution approving the City of Tracy’s commitment to participate in the governance and operation of the San Joaquin Regional Housing Fund. – Resolution 2024-113 approved the City of Tracy’s commitment to participate in the governance and operation of the San Joaquin Regional Housing Fund.
1.G. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution: authorizing the execution of a modified gross lease between the City of Tracy and Tracy Office Plaza, LLC, for the lease of Suites B1 and B2 at 324 East 11th Street, with an initial term of three years, an administrative option to extend for two one-year terms, with a monthly base rent of $3,675.60, adjusted each year by 2.5%. – Resolution 2024-114 authorized the execution of the gross lease agreement with Tracy Office Plaza, LLC.
1.H. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement between the City of Tracy and Riya Enterprises, LLC (Lessee) for Fixed Base Operation Facilities at the Tracy Municipal Airport, to add lender protections in connection with a small business loan secured by Lessee using its business assets as collateral. – Resolution 2024-115 approved Amendment No. 1 to the Lease Agreement with Riya Enterprises, LLC.
1.I. The Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee recommend that the City Council adopt a resolution approving Amendment No. 1 to the Purchase Agreement for Goods, Commodities, and Ancillary Services with Linked Equipment, LLC. an Arizona Limited Liability Corporation, to increase the total compensation by $12,527, for a Not-To-Exceed amount of $563,027, for premanufactured customized containers for the Temporary Emergency Housing Facility, Phase II Site Improvements. – Resolution 2024-116 approved Amendment No. 1 to the Purchase Agreement with Linked Equipment, LLC.
1.J. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution approving a Professional Service Agreement with Dewberry Engineers, Inc. of Manteca, California, to provide construction management services for the Interstate 580/Patterson Pass Road/International Parkway Diverging Diamond Interchange Improvements Project for an initial term of nineteen (19) months, with an administrative option to extend for one additional year, and a total not-to-exceed contract amount of $4,298,958. – Resolution 2024-117 approved a Professional Services Agreement with Dewberry Engineers, Inc.
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1.K. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution approving an Offsite Improvement Agreement between the City and Wright Family Holdings, LLC for offsite improvements to Detention Basin 2A, required for the Golden State Fire Project that was approved by Development Review Permit (D22-0033). – Resolution 2024-118 approved an Offsite Improvement Agreement with Wright Family Holdings, LLC.
1.L. Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution (1) accepting public improvements as complete for Vela View Apartments, constructed by Valpico Tracy Apartments, LLC (Developer), (2) authorizing the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the Office of the San Joaquin County Recorder, (3) authorizing the City Engineer to release bonds in accordance with agreements and law, (4) accepting land dedications from the Developer, and (5) approving a Conditional Offsite Improvement Agreement with the Developer for future improvements. – Resolution 2024-119 accepted public improvements as complete for Vela View Apartments constructed by Valpico Tracy Apartments, LLC.
1.M Staff recommends that the City Council adopt (A) a resolution approving and authorizing the recordation of (i) seven (7) Final Subdivision Maps (Tracts 4132 through 4138) located within the Tracy Hills Specific Plan Area; (ii) related Subdivision Improvement Agreements and Conditional Subdivision Improvement Agreements; (iii) related Offsite Improvement Agreements and Conditional Offsite Improvement Agreements; (iv) related irrevocable offers of dedication and grant(s) of easements; and (B) resolution(s) accepting a related grant of access and public utility easement and an offer of dedication of a water tank site. – Resolution 2024-120 approved the recordation of 7 Subdivision Maps (Tract 4132 through 4138) within Tracy Hills Specific Plan Area, Subdivision Improvement Agreements and 3 Conditional Subdivision Improvement Agreements, 4 Offsite Improvement Agreements, and 4 Conditional Offsite Improvement Agreements, 7 Irrevocable Offers of Dedication of Fee and Easement Interests. Resolution 2024-121 accepted a Grant of Access and Public Utility Easement and an Offer of Dedication for a related water tank site.
1.D. The Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution by a four-fifths vote (1) making a determination that compliance with standard procurement process is not in the best interest of the City and dispense the bidding requirements for the purchase of a high tension membrane structure from Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22050 and Tracy Municipal Code Section 2.20.270(a); and (2) rescinding the approval, given pursuant to Resolution 2022-098, of a Purchase Agreement with Sprung Instant Structures, Inc. for a high-tension membrane structure in the amount of $455,000; and (3) approving, instead, a Purchase Agreement with Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., for such structure at the Not-To- Exceed amount of $481,275.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis pulled the item to state due to the Supreme Court ruling earlier this week she is still in favor of supporting the item but requested a conversation with the Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee regarding the changes in the ruling impacts the way it impacts in how we take next steps.
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Will support this item with a caveat that she would like to get support later on to reevaluate where we are with next steps in light of the Supreme Court ruling.
There was no public comment.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Davis to adopt Resolution 2024-122 (1) Making a determination that compliance with standard procurement process is not in the best interest of the City and dispense the bidding requirements for the purchase of a high-tension membrane structure from Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., pursuant to California Public Contract Code Section 22050 and Tracy Municipal Code Section
2.20.279(a) and: (2) Rescinding Resolution 2022-098, dated July 5, 2022, approving a Purchase Agreement with Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., a Utah Corporation in the amount of $455,000.00 and (3) Approving a Purchase Agreement with Sprung Instant Structures, Inc., for such a structure, at the not- to-exceed amount of $481,275. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
1.E. The Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution (1) awarding a construction contract to Quiring General, LLC., Pleasanton, California, in the amount of $9,349,630 for construction of the Phase II Site Improvements of the Temporary Emergency Housing Facility Project, at 370 W. Arbor Avenue, and (2) authorizing the City Manager to approve change orders up to the contingency amount of $934,963, pursuant to Tracy Municipal Code Section 2.20.090(b).
Mayor Pro Tem Davis pulled the item to state she stands committed to this recommendation with the caveat that she would like to bring back Council item regarding the City’s approach to homelessness due to the Supreme Court’s ruling.
There was no public comment.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Davis to adopt Resolution 2024-123 (1) Awarding a Construction Contract to Quiring General, LLC. of Pleasanton, California, in the amount of $9,349,630 for the Phase II site improvement of the Temporary Emergency Housing Facility (TEHF), and (2) Authorizing the City Manager to approve Construction Contract change orders up to the contingency amount of $934,963, pursuant to Tracy Municipal Code Section 2.20.090(b). Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
1.N In the matter, Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., Case No. STK-CV-UWH- 2024-5436, the City Council to approve, each by separate action, the following Resolutions approving:
1. Updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Mayor Pro Tem Davis;
2. Updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Councilmember Bedolla;
3. Updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Councilmember Evans; and
4. New representation agreement with Levin Oldfather LLP for City Attorney Patel
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Jenica Maldonado, outside Counsel from Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo provided the staff report and answered questions.
Council Member Arriola pulled the item to break the resolutions up into separate motions. In light of the findings from the Civil Grand Jury Report and previous conduct observed it is his opinion that grounds may exist to refuse to provide for defense per statutory exemptions in Gov. Code 995.2. At this time, he would be supporting resolutions for colleagues but cannot support the resolution for the City Attorney.
Council comments followed.
Dan Randall asked for a break down on cost per defendant, cost that has happened, any accrued unpaid expenses, total projected cost, and related costs for the City Attorney in terms of her representation and what costs are compared to Council who are also defendants Mr. Randall asked should the City Attorney be on an administrative leave and have independent counsel when talking about these issues. If Council is recusing themselves, they should not be talking about it. Have a common bond with City Attorney and that is a conflict.
Midori Lichtwardt, City Manager stated the request is more appropriate in a public records request and we do have a public records request working through the system that has a bulk of what Mr. Randall is asking for and will be posted on our website.
Robert Tanner stated people are asking about the potential cost of lawsuits.
Three members of Council already said they have a conflict of interest on this item which leaves only two and asked if the item can be voted on.
ACTION:
Motion was made by Council Member Arriola and seconded by Mayor Young that in the matter of Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., Case No. STK-CV-UWH-2024- 5436 to adopt Resolution 2024-124 approving updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Mayor Pro Tem Davis. Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Bedolla, Evans, and Mayor Young in favor; passed and so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis recused herself from voting on this resolution.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Arriola and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Davis that in the matter of Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., Case No. STK-CV- UWH-2024-5436 to adopt Resolution 2024-125 approving updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Council Member Bedolla. Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Evans, Mayor Pro Tem Davis, and Mayor Young in favor; passed and so ordered. Council Member Bedolla recused himself from voting on this resolution.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Arriola and seconded by Council Member Bedolla that in the matter of Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., Case No. STK-CV- UWH-2024-5436 to adopt Resolution 2024-126 approving updated Scope Letter and Conflicts Waiver for Council Member Evans. Roll call found Council Members Arriola, Bedolla, Mayor Pro Tem Davis and Mayor Young in favor; passed and so ordered. Council Member Evans recused himself from voting on this resolution.
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ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Council Member Evans that in the matter of Nicolaou v. City of Tracy et al., Case No. STK-CV- UWH-2024-5436 to adopt Resolution 2024-127 approving new Engagement Agreement with Levin Oldfather LLP, for City Attorney Patel. Roll call found Council Members Bedolla, Evans and Mayor Pro Tem Davis in favor; passed and so ordered. Council Member Arriola and Mayor Young opposed.
2. ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE – A resident stated he is representing shelter guests and watched the last Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee meeting and stated things that are being told to the Council are not true, shared concerns regarding conditions at the temporary shelter, and guest happiness. Spoke about a bad odor at the shelter. All Council should visit the shelter to see what is going on. Shelter guests are not being asked about conditions and they have no voice. Showers are disgusting, no cold water in showers, bathrooms not cleaned and there are health risks. There are unleashed dogs at the shelter that are allowed to run around. Dogs should be put away for a period of time to allow cats to be let out.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis, Council Member Evans and Council Member Bedolla clarified they have been to the Temporary Homeless Shelter several times.
Cynthia Camacho shared concerns about how things are going at the shelter. Have heard shelter guests would like to speak to Council alone, do not want staff there so they can speak freely. Have asked for an itemized report on how the funding is being spent at the shelter and have been waiting for two months. Still have not received it.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis and Council Member Bedolla provided their phone numbers for anyone to reach out to them to share their perspectives regarding the shelter.
Dan Randall spoke about the Grand Jury Report of June 21, 2024, and read segments from the Grand Jury Report regarding the City Attorney. Reason we have been stalled in terms of the City’s strategic plans those last few years is because of things like this.
Robert Tanner spoke about the Grand Jury Report stating the Council is in disarray and causing problems and the City Attorney is causing problems. There were nine findings about City Council and five findings against the City Attorney. Shared concerns regarding the Council’s potential salary increase. Mr. Nicolaou’s lawsuit does have some merit, looked up the State rules and he is right, cannot do retroactive pay.
3. REGULAR AGENDA
3.A Staff Recommends that the City Council: (1) Continue the public hearing from May 21, 2024, pursuant to Tracy Municipal Code Section 4.12.320, to consider assessment of costs for the abatement of weeds, rubbish, refuse, and flammable materials on the following three parcels: 280 W. Mount Diablo Road, 302 W.
Mount Diablo Road, 2480 W. Byron Road, and upon its conclusion, and by separate motion, approve the final assessment of abatement costs on each of the three parcels, and if necessary, authorize any reduction of assessed costs to be funded by the General Fund
Mayor Young opened the public hearing.
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Tim Spears, Fire Marshal provided the staff report.
One of the property owners of 302 W. Mount Diablo Road asked for clarification on the fine for the abatement. Would like to ensure working with the Fire Department and being more proactive clearing the space.
Fire Marshal Spears clarified the cost to the property owners for the abatement would be $2,110 per property totaling $6,330.
Arturo Sanchez, Assistant City Manager confirmed the cost to the City would be $10,626.
Mayor Young closed the public hearing.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Arriola and seconded by Council Member Evans to approve the final assessment of abatement costs for the abatement of weeds, rubbish, refuse, and flammable materials on the following three parcels:
280 W. Mount Diablo Road, 302 W. Mount Diablo Road, 2480 W. Byron Road, and authorize a reduction of assessed costs to be funded by the General Fund as was discussed by staff
. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
3.B The Planning Commission recommends that, for the real property located at 2660 W. Byron Road, Assessor’s Parcel Number 238-050-13 (Property), the City Council conduct a public hearing and upon conclusion: (1) Introduce an Ordinance (R22-0004) approving a rezone of the Property from Medium Density Residential to Medium Density Cluster; (2) Adopt a Resolution approving a Tentative Subdivision Map (TSM22-0003) of the Property for the creation of 38 single-family lots; and (3) Determine that this project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332.
Mayor Young opened the public hearing.
Forrest Ebbs, Director of Community and Economic Development provided the staff report and responded to questions.
Council questions and comments followed.
Dylan Wooten, representing applicant Schack and Company and owner of the property stated they have not had discussions regarding making units affordable.
Property owner stated they do not have any plans for medium and low-income houses and confirmed he would not be open to discussing it and there are no ADU’s in the development.
John Gallagher, owner of a lot in the area near development asked if the neighbors can be involved in the architectural part at Planning Commission. All in housing element to be upgraded from medium density to high density and asked how that is going to affect them.
Cynthia Camacho asked for clarification on State law regarding developers being required to build 20% to be low income.
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Council comments and questions continued.
Mayor Young closed the public hearing.
Adrianne Richardson, City Clerk read the title of the proposed ordinance.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Evans and seconded by Council Member Arriola to waive the reading of the text and introduce an ordinance (1) amending the Zone District of the property at 2660 W. Byron Road (Assessor’s Parcel Number 238-050-13) from medium density residential to medium density cluster, and (2) Determining that the zoning amendment is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Davis to adopt Resolution 2024-128 (1) Approving a Tentative Subdivision Map (TSM22-0003) for the creation of 38 single-family lots at 2660 W. Byron Road, Assessor’s Parcel Number 238-050-13; and (2) Determining that this project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Guidelines Section 15332. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
3.C The City Council to discuss and provide direction, by motion, to its delegates on the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority (SSJCFA) Board of Directors whether they should approve, on behalf of the City, SSJCFA’s implementation of a surge ambulance in Zone-26, resulting in a City commitment to fund an estimated annual net cost of $412,863 for such service.
Arturo Sanchez, Assistant City Manager introduced the item.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis as Council representative of the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority spoke about the item and requested support for the item.
Randall Bradley, Fire Chief provided the staff report and responded to questions.
There was no public comment.
Council questions and comments followed.
ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Davis and seconded by Council Member Evans to approve the Council delegates on the South San Joaquin County Fire Authority (SSJCFA) Board of Directors the authority to approve, on behalf of the City, SSJCFA’s implementation of a surge ambulance in Zone-26, resulting in a City commitment to fund an estimated annual net cost of $412,863 for such service. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
3.D Staff recommends that the City Council receive an informational update on the Economic Development Division’s efforts to implement strategic goals and priorities related to the adopted Economic Development Strategic Plan.
Jorge Barrera, Economic Development Manager provided the staff report.
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Forrest Ebbs, Director of Community and Economic Development responded to questions.
Council questions and comments followed.
Tim Silva stated businesses do not come to Tracy, shared concerns regarding businesses leaving town, the condition of the mall, and people not going to businesses. How are we going to get people to our shopping areas. Tracy is an industrial and bedroom community.
Council questions and comments continued.
ACTION: Motion was made by Council Member Bedolla and seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Davis to receive the informational update on economic development efforts to implement strategic goals and priorities related to the adopted Economic Development Strategic Plan. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
3.E Discuss building additional kennels and other alternatives to address capacity and kennel space at the Tracy Animal Shelter, and upon conclusion of such discussion, by motion, either (1) direct staff to proceed with a specific solution or (2) determine to take no further actions at this time.
Brittany Pasquale, Animal Services Supervisor provided the staff report and responded to questions.
Beth Lyons-McCarthy, Police Support Operations Manager responded to questions.
Council questions and comments followed.
There was no public comment.
Arturo Sanchez, Assistant City Manager responded to questions and clarified the suggestion to reevaluate Phase II and III and look at it as a whole.
ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Davis and seconded by Council Member Arriola to direct staff to proceed with solution #2 (in staff report) which is reevaluating Phase II and Phase III of the Animal Shelter. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis confirmed with Ms. Pasquale that that is what she was seeking.
4. ITEMS FROM THE AUDIENCE – None
5. STAFF ITEMS – Midori Lichtwardt, City Manager announced the following: The July 4 events: From 6:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. on July 4 there will be a pancake breakfast and hot air balloon launch sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce at Lincoln Park. The parade downtown will begin at 10:00 a.m. The fireworks at Legacy Fields – gates open at 6:30 p.m. and need to have prepaid tickets.
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Check out the City of Tracy website, Facebook and Instagram to find out about the cooling centers.
6. COUNCIL ITEMS – Mayor Pro Tem Davis asked for support to bring back an agenda item to the next Tracy Homelessness Advisory Committee meeting regarding the impacts of the Supreme Court ruling on encampments and the City’s ability to enforce its local law and what those impacts might mean for Tracy. Reevaluation and reassessing next steps and staff to do some analysis. Council Member Evans supported the request.
Mayor Pro Tem Davis congratulated Mountain House on becoming the 483rd City in the State of California, attended the event, was an historic moment and congratulated the City of Mountain House and new Council on such a momentous moment.
Council Member Evans stated he was looking forward to seeing everyone at the 4 th of July
parade and wished everyone a wonderful and safe July 4 celebration of our nations independence. He attended the swearing in and ribbon cutting for the new City of Mountain House and congratulated their City Council, Mayor and residents. Looking forward to finding ways to partner with them.
Council Member Arriola congratulated Mountain House, the youngest city in the nation.
Council Member Arriola stated he and Council Member Bedolla attended the Young Elected Officials Network in Washington D.C. and reported on the trip.
Council Member Arriola stated have had a Civil Grand Jury Report and have a certain amount of time to respond to that and asked if we have independent Counsel retained to prepare the responses to the Civil Grand Jury Report. Mayor Young and Council Member Bedolla supported the request.
Bijal Patel, City Attorney responded that is not a practice she has ever seen, and the City Manager confirmed in the past it was done through the City Manager and City Attorney’s Office.
Council Member Arriola stated he was concerned because the office of the City Attorney was named within the findings.
Ms. Patel responded that is not unusual. It is the office that is best suited to answer those questions. It is no different than the City Manager’s Office. The City Attorney’s Office works with the independent departments who are responsible for addressing those findings. Ms. Patel stated she is happy to engage a separate counsel to do a peer review but they would not have the factual information to respond to those specific findings.
Council Member Arriola still asked for an independent counsel for a peer review, requested a second for that.
Ms. Patel added the responses are also related to a lot of things related to the City Council so will be working with all of Council to get input as this is related to Council as a body. An independent counsel would not have some of that information that you may want to provide. It is best to collaborate through peer review rather than independent counsel to prepare this as they are not prepared to do this.
Council Member Arriola asked what Ms. Patel means by peer review.
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Ms. Patel clarified an external counsel to do a peer review of all the drafts that we prepare and compile.
Council Member Arriola responded that would be his ask. Mayor Young and Council Member Bedolla supported the request.
Midori Lichtwardt, City Manager stated staff will come back with an action item and shared her plan was to, similar to how it was handled last time the City of Tracy had a City Council Grand Jury Report, staff prepared the responses and brought it before Council and Council word smithed it from the dais. All responses are approved by the Council.
Council Member Arriola wished everyone a happy 4
th of July.
Ms. Lichtwardt responded to Mayor Young’s question stating the Council will weigh in on the responses and approve the responses being sent back to the Grand Jury.
Mayor Young asked if we would also be responding to the other Grand Jury Report received.
Ms. Patel stated she has not received a copy and will follow up accordingly and make sure that if the City needs to respond we will. If the City is named, we don’t get to respond unless the legislative body approves it.
Mayor Young stated she went to the NARC Conference and left City Manager a brochure as it includes Nancy Young as moderator. Was a wonderful experience, and if interested can check online with SJCOG. Wished everyone a happy 4 th of July and to be safe. There
will be a special meeting on Tuesday, July 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.
7. ADJOURNMENT – Time: 11:49 p.m.
ACTION: Motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Davis and seconded by Council Member Evans to adjourn. Roll call found all in favor; passed and so ordered.
The above agenda was posted at the Tracy City Hall on June 28, 2024. The above are action minutes. A recording is available at the office of the City Clerk.
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