AGENDA
CITY OF UNION CITY/
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor
GARY SINGH, Vice Mayor (District 1)
JAMIE PATIÑO,Councilmember (District 2)
JEFF WANG, Councilmember (District 3)
SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember (District 4)
Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7:00 PM
City Hall- Council Chamber
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
This Meeting Will Be Teleconferenced Pursuant To Government Code Section 54953(B), With Councilmember Jaime Patiño, From The M Club Lounge On The Eighth Floor Of The Marriot Marquis At 1535 Broadway, New York, Ny 10036. The Agenda Will Be Posted At The Remote Location And The Teleconference Location Shall Be Accessible To The Public For The Public Portion Of This Meeting Pursuant To Government Code Section 54953(B)(3).
1. CALL TO ORDER
1.a. Pledge of Allegiance
1.b. Roll Call
2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
3. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
3.a. Proclamation Recognizing July Is National Parks and Recreation Month
3.b. Alameda County Fire Department 2023-2032 Strategic Plan, Chief William McDonald Presenting
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4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
An individual speaker shall have three minutes to address the Council on non-agenda items under the Oral Communications section of the agenda. The Chair may, in their discretion, lower the time limit to less than three minutes based on the number of speakers and/or business to be conducted by the City Council.
Members of the public who wish to speak to the Council under the first Oral Communications section are requested to complete a speaker card, giving their name and city of residence. If a speaker wants further notification from the City, the speaker may include a mailing address. Neither a speaker card or identification of name, city of residence or mailing address are not required to provide public comment but are requested for record keeping purposes.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered routine in nature and will be enacted by one motion. If discussion is required on a specific item, it will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.
5.a. Waived Further Reading of Proposed Ordinance
(This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text of any proposed Ordinance.)
5.b. Approve The Minutes Of The City Council Meetings Held On June 13, 2023 And June 27, 2023
5.c. Adopt A Resolution Finding the Lazuli Landing Project Site Located at Mission Boulevard, 2nd Street, D Street, and E Street Is Exempt Surplus Land to be Disposed of Pursuant to Government Code Section 37364
5.d. Adopt A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Union City Approving An Amendment To The City’s Classification And Compensation Plan To Create The Classification Of Executive Assistant To The Police Chief And To Assign A Salary Range To The Executive Assistant To The Police Chief Classification, All In Conformance With California Code Of Regulations, Title 2, Section 570.5; To Reclassify One Of The Three Confidential Operations Assistants To The Executive Assistant To The Police Chief Position; And To Approve A Side Letter Between The City Of Union City And The Police Officers’Association Regarding The Actions Listed Above
5.e. Adopt A Resolution Designating Voting Delegate And Alternate Delegate For League Of California Cities Annual Conference – September 20-22, 2023 In Sacramento
5.f. Adopt A Resolution Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The First Amendment To The Consulting Services Agreement With Winter Consulting Group, LLC, In The Amount Of
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$95,000, For Bicycle And Pedestrian Advisory Committee
Meeting Facilitation And Public Outreach For The Quarry Lakes Parkway Project, City Project No. 18-04, For A Total Contract Amount Of $164,000
5.g. Adopt A Revised Resolution Approving A List of Projects For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Funded By SB 1: The Road Repair And Accountability Act Of 2017, Specifying The Project Locations For Two of The Listed Construction Projects As Required By The California Transportation Commission
5.h. Adopt A Resolution Approving An Amendment To The City's Classification And Compensation Plan To Update The
Classification Specification For The Classification Of Police Cadet
5.i. Adopt A Resolution Approving An Amendment To The City's Classification And Compensation Plan To Update The
Classification Specification For The Classification Of Public Works Inspector
5.j. Adopt A Resolution Approving An Amendment To The City's Classification And Compensation Plan To Update The
Classification Specification For The Classification Of Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic
5.k. Adopt A Resolution Authorizing The City Manager To Enter Into A Contract With TeamCivX To Assist The City In Community Surveying And Communications For A Total Contract Cost Not To Exceed $106,075; And Authorize Additional Funds For
Communications Collateral, Including Up To Three Mailers At $18,250 Per Mailing, And A Digital Communications Budget Of $10,000 That Will Also Be Coordinated Through TeamCivX
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.a. Conduct A Public Hearing And Adopt A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of Union City Declaring Its Intent To Award A Commercial Cannabis Permit To Responsible And Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City To Operate A Retail Cannabis Dispensary At 2625 And 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, California, 94587, Subject To Compliance With All Necessary Conditions
6.b. Conduct A Public Hearing On the Assessment Of Liens Against Certain Properties Located In The City Of Union City For Delinquent Business License Taxes On Residential Rental Properties And Adoption Of A Resolution Authorizing The Filing Of Liens And Directing Staff To Forward Such Liens To The Alameda County Auditor-Controller For Placement On The
Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Secured Property Tax Roll And To The Alameda County Clerk-Recorder's Office For Official
Recordation Of The Liens
6.c. Conduct A Public Hearing And Introduce An Ordinance For Zoning Text Amendment AT-23-003 To Amend Title 18, Zoning, City Council/RSA Agenda 3 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Of The Union City Municipal Code To Update Chapter 18.08, Definitions, Chapter 18.36, Commercial Districts, Chapter
18.40, Industrial Districts, Chapter 18.76, Site Development Review, Add Chapter 18.43, Use Of Hazardous Materials And Find That The Amendment Is Exempt From Environmental
Review In Accordance With CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(B) (3)
6.d. Conduct A Public Hearing And Introduce An Ordinance For 1) Zoning Text Amendment AT-23-002 To Amend Title 18, Zoning, Of The Union City Municipal Code To Rename Chapter 18.41, To “Employment Mixed-Use Districts” And Add A New Zoning District Referred To As “ Corridor Mixed-Use Employment (CMUE)” And 2) Zoning Map Amendment A-23-001 To Amend
The Official Zoning Map Of The City Of Union City To Rezone The Properties Located Along The Union City Blvd. Corridor, With A Union City 2040 General Plan Designation Of MixedUse Employment (EMU), From Special Industrial (MS) To Corridor Mixed-Use Employment (CMUE) For Consistency
With The General Plan, And Find That The Amendments Are Exempt From Environmental Review In Accordance With
CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(B)(3)
6.e. Conduct A Public Hearing, Confirm The Assessment And Order The Levy For The Landscape And Lighting District No. 3 For Fiscal Year 2023-24
7. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
7.a. Adopt A Resolution Approving The Annual Report For The Union Landing Property And Business Improvement District (PBID) For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 And Amending The City Of Union City Adopted Budget For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 For Consistency, And Adopt A Resolution Ordering The Levy And Collection Of Assessments For The Union Landing PBID For Fiscal Year 2023-2024
8. SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY -
None
9. AUTHORITIES AND AGENCIES - None
10. CITY COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS - None
11. SCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATION - None
12. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCIL
13. GOOD OF THE ORDER
14. CLOSED SESSION - None
15. ADJOURNMENT
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PEOPLE OF UNION CITY
The City Council's regular meetings are held on the second and fourth Tuesday of each month at 7:00 p.m. inside the Council Chamber at City Hall, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City CA 94587. The City continues to offer an opportunity to participate in Council meetings via Zoom at: http://citycouncillive.unioncity.org/ ; Passcode: u8SH9cH^ Meetings are broadcast live through UCTV Channel 15 and via live stream at:
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Any writings or documents provided to a majority of City Council members relating to each item of business referred to on this agenda are available for review on the City's website at www.unioncity.org or during regular business hours in the Office of the City Clerk located at 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City CA 94587.
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PUBLIC COMMENT
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CITY COUNCIL NORMALS AND GUIDELINES (Resolution No. 6095-23; Adopted 03/14/2023) The City Council of the City of Union City comply with the following norms:
1. We conduct ourselves in a professional manner, treat everyone with respect, and act with high integrity, always putting the interests of the City of Union City ahead of self-interests in accordance with our code of ethics.
2. We respect the Council-Manager form of government, and do not interfere with the City Manager's role or any professional duties of City Staff.
3. We recognize that matters of confidential nature are to be kept private and undisclosed.
4. We respect each other's opinions and are supportive of each other's work advocating for the City, and we ensure that all voices are heard. We do not criticize others for having a different point of view, and we agree to disagree respectfully.
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5. We understand that the City Council acts as a body, all members are equal, and policy direction is only given by a majority vote of the City Council. Once a decision is made, all members of the City Council must respect the City Council's decision.
6. We will be prepared for City Council meetings and ask our questions of the City Manager in advance so we can avoid surprising City staff at meetings.
7. We do not criticize City staff publicly or to others and will refrain from directing them. Instead, we will take our concerns and questions privately to the City Manager.
8. We will govern on an at-large basis, although elected by districts. We will maintain a citywide perspective and consider the needs and interests of the entire community.
9. We will continue to allocate resources based on long-term strategic priorities and efforts, with consideration a citywide service levels and financial capacity.
10. We understand customer service is the priority and each member of the City Council will help constituents regardless of the district in which they reside or from which a Councilmember themselves is elected.
May these Council Norms be administered and enforced in the following manner:
1. Councilmembers have the primary responsibility to assure that ethical standards are understood and met be the Council, and that the public can continue to have full confidence in the integrity of government.
2. The Mayor and the Council have the responsibility to intervene when action of its members are in violation of Council Norms.
3. The City Council can review and revise the Council Norms as needed.
4. During City Council discussions, deliberations, and proceedings, the Mayor is designated with the primary responsibility to ensure that Councilmembers adhere to the Council Norms.
CERTIFICATION OF MEETING NOTICE AND AGENDA POSTING
I, Anna M. Brown, City Clerk of the City of Union City, California, state under penalty of perjury that this notice/agenda was posted at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting date, in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act, on the City's Website and on the bulletin board of City Hall.
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Agenda Item
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Proclamation Resolution
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CITY OF UNION CITY
PROCLAMATION
The City of Union City Designates the month of July 2023 as Park and Recreation Month
WHEREAS parks and recreation is an integral part of communities throughout this country, including City of Union City; and
WHEREAS parks and recreation promotes health and wellness, improving the physical and mental health of people who live near parks; and
WHEREAS parks and recreation promotes time spent in nature, which positively impacts mental health by increasing cognitive performance and well-being, and alleviating illnesses such as depression, attention deficit disorders, and Alzheimer’s; and
WHEREAS parks and recreation encourages physical activities by providing space for popular sports, hiking trails, swimming pools and many other activities designed to promote active lifestyles; and WHEREAS parks and recreation is a leading provider of healthy meals, nutrition services and education; and
WHEREAS park and recreation programming and education activities, such as out of-school time programming, youth sports and environmental education, are critical to childhood development; and WHEREAS parks and recreation increases a community’s economic prosperity through increased property values, expansion of the local tax base, increased tourism, the attraction and retention of businesses, and crime reduction; and
WHEREAS parks and recreation is fundamental to the environmental well-being of our community; and
WHEREAS parks and recreation is essential and adaptable infrastructure that makes our communities resilient in the face of natural disasters and climate change; and WHEREAS our parks and natural recreation areas ensure the ecological beauty of our community and provide a place for children and adults to connect with nature and recreate outdoors; and WHEREAS the U.S. House of Representatives has designated July as Parks and Recreation Month; and
WHEREAS Union City recognizes the benefits derived from parks and recreation resources.
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED BY City Council of City of Union City that July is recognized as Park and Recreation Month in the City of Union City.
DATED this 11th day of July 2023
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CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor
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GARY SINGH, Vice Mayor
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JAIME PATIÑO, Councilmember
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SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember
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JEFF WANG, Councilmember
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Presentation to
Union City City Council
Alameda County Fire Department
Willie McDonald, Fire Chief
July 11, 2023
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Overview
• Introduction
• City of Union City
• About Alameda County Fire Department
• Communities Served
• Resources and Programs
• Budget, Employees, Stations, Operations
• Current Initiatives
• Emergency Medical Services
• Staffing
• New Programs
• Building Projects
• Strategic Plan
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City of Union
City Station
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City of
Union City
Fire Station 32
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City of
Union City
Fire Station 33
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City of
Union City
ACFD Stats
for 2022
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Alameda County Fire
• 545 Full Time Employees, 27 Fire
Stations
• 25 Engines, 7 Trucks, Heavy Rescue,
Water Tender
• $186 Million Budget
• Alameda County Regional Emergency
Communications Center
• Geographic Information Systems
• Fleet Maintenance and Repair
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ACFD Communities Served
Battalion 2
Battalion 4
Battalion 7
Battalion 3
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2022 Incidents and Activity
• 47,820 Emergency Calls for Service
• 1,311 Fires Extinguished
• 69.5 % Medical Aids Responses
• 5 minutes: 59 seconds Medical Aids
• 9,200 Inspections
• 1,311 Plan Reviews
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Hazardous Materials Response Team
Type I
State Certified Type I
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Hazardous Materials Response Team
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Technical Rescue
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Technical Rescue Team – Type I
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Water Rescue Team – Type II
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Wildland
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Wildland Resources
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Mental Health First Response
• Staffing: Advanced Practitioner and Firefighter/Paramedic • Request for Proposal
• Pre-bid Conference
• Responses Due in August
• Contract Award
• Program and Relationship Development
• January 2024
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Current Initiatives
• Staffing
• Emergency Medical Services
• Advanced Practitioner Unit
• Employee Health and Wellness
• Fuels Mitigation Program
• Design and Construction of Training Center
• New Fire Station Building Program
• Regional Emergency Communications Center
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Strategic Business Plan 2023 - 2033
• Development of Plan
• Vision
• Mission
• Goals
Fiscal Sustainability
Organization Aligned With Community Needs
Services and Resources To Meet the Mission
Sustained Organizational Viability and Vitality
Improved Organizational Systems and Processes
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https://fire.acgov.org
Dedicated to superior service
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Agenda Item
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Draft Min Sp 06272023 Attachment
Draft Min Reg 06272023 Attachment
Draft Min Reg 06132023 Attachment
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MINUTES
CITY OF UNION CITY
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
6:55 PM
City Hall - Council Chamber
34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd Union City, CA 94587
1. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Singh called the meeting to order at 6:55 p.m.
1.a. Roll Call Present: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Singh
Absent: Mayor Dutra-Vernaci
2. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS – Public comment given by Wendy Huang.
3. CONSENT CALENDAR
3.a. Adopt A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City of Union City Authorizing The Continued Participation Of The City Of Union City In The Alameda County HOME Consortium For HOME Funds And Authorizing Execution Of The Necessary Documents To Maintain The Eligibility Of The Consortium For HOME Program Funds In Accordance With The National Affordable Housing Act Of 1990
There were no comments or questions from Councilmembers. It was moved by Councilmember Patiño and seconded by Councilmember Sakakihara to approve Resolution No. 6151-23 Authorizing The Continued Participation Of The City Of Union City In The Alameda County HOME Consortium For HOME Funds And Authorizing Execution Of The Necessary Documents To Maintain The Eligibility Of The Consortium For HOME Program Funds In Accordance With The National Affordable City Council/RSA Agenda 32 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Housing Act Of 1990. The motion was approved by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Singh NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Dutra-Vernaci
ABSTAIN: None
4. ADJOURNMENT
Vice Mayor Singh adjourned the meeting at 6:59 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anna M. Brown, CMC
City Clerk
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MINUTES
CITY OF UNION CITY/
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor
GARY SINGH, Vice Mayor (District 1)
JAMIE PATIÑO Councilmember (District 2)
JEFF WANG, Councilmember (District 3)
SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember (District 4)
Tuesday, June 27, 2023
7:00 PM
City Hall- Council Chamber
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
1. CALL TO ORDER
Vice Mayor Singh called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1.a. Pledge of Allegiance
Vice Mayor Singh led the salute to the flag.
1.b. Roll Call Present: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Singh
Absent: Mayor Dutra-Vernaci
2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
3. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
3.a. Proclamation In Honor And Recognition Of Masonic Homes Of California On Their 125th Anniversary
Vice Mayor Singh read the proclamation aloud and presented it to Masonic Homes Chief Operating Officer and former Union City Senior Commissioner, Joseph Pritchard.
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3.b. Proclamation In Recognition Of Bay Area Community Health (BACH), MyCare Lab, And Predicine During The COVID-19 Pandemic Response Vice Mayor Singh read the proclamation aloud and presented it to representatives from BACH, MyCare Lad and Predicine.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Written public comment submitted by Kendahyl Wallace (Attachment A). Public comment given by Wendy Huang.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Councilmember Wang and seconded by Councilmember Patiño to adopt consent calendar items 5.a. though 5.g. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor SIngh NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Dutra-Vernaci
ABSTAIN: None
5.a. Waived Further Reading of Proposed Ordinance
(This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text of any proposed Ordinance.)
5.b. Approved The Minutes Of The City Council Meetings Held On May 23, 2023 And June 13, 2023
5.c. Adopted Resolution No. 6152-23 Accepting $1,800,000 From The 2024 Comprehensive Investment Program (CIP) Grant Funds From The Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) For The Union City Boulevard Bike Lanes (Phase III Complete Streets) Project, City Project No. 17-29, Increasing The Revenue Projections In The Capital Projects Fund By $1,800,000, Appropriating The $1,800,000 To City Project No. 17-29, Earmarking $450,000 Of Previously Appropriated SB 1 Funds To Meet The Local Match Requirement, And Authorizing The City Manager To Sign The Required Grant Funding Agreements In A Form Approved By The City Attorney
5.d. Adopted Resolution No. 6153-23 Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The First Amendment To The Consulting Services Agreement With Nova Partners, Incorporated, In The Amount Of $175,000, For Construction Project Management Services For Various City-Owned Building Repairs And Renovations Projects For A Total Contract Amount Of $249,573 And Authorize Budget Transfers From The Library Project To The Various Other Projects As Specified In The Resolution
5.e. Adopted Resolution No. 6154-23 Approving Final Tract Map 8349, Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Subdivision Improvement Agreement, Approving The Park Land Dedication In-Lieu Fee Of $29,160, And Approving City Council/RSA Agenda 35 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
The Sale Of 2,146 Square Feet Of City Property For $13,330 For The Seven Hills Estates Development
5.f. Adopted Resolution No. 6155-23 Approving An Amendment To The City's Classification And Compensation Plan To Update The Classification Specification For The Position Of Community Services Manager
5.g. Adopted Resolution No. 6156-23 Approving An Amendment To The City's Classification And Compensation Plan To Update The Classification Specification For The Position Of Building/Code Compliance Inspector
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS - None
7. CITY MANAGER REPORTS - None
8. SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY - None
9. AUTHORITIES AND AGENCIES - None
10. CITY COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS - None
11. SCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATION - None
12. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCIL
Councilmember Patiño reported on his attendance of the following meetings:
East Bay Community Energy Board meeting,
League of California Cities (LOCC) Governance, Transparency and Labor Relations Committee meeting
EBCE Board retreat
Councilmember Patiño stated he will attend a LOCC East Bay division meeting on June 30.
Councilmember Sakakihara reported on his attendance of a meeting of the Housing Authority of the County of Alameda (HACA), and the Union City Parks and Recreation Commission.
Vice Mayor Singh reported on his attendance of the Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) assembly meeting.
13. GOOD OF THE ORDER
Councilmember Patiño reported on his attendance of the grand opening of Suju’s Coffee and Tea on Decoto Road and San Francisco Pride. The Councilmember noted there will be a Coffee with Cops event on June 29 and that day was also the Muslim holiday of Eid al-Adha. Councilmember Patiño wished all happy and safe 4 th of July and remined them about the new illegal fireworks ordinance, where tickets of $1000 will be issued for violations.
Councilmember Wang reported on his attendance of the grand opening of Suju’s Coffee and Tea and a site visit of Tri-CED. Filipino-American Nation History Society event. Wished all a happy and safe 4
th of July.
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Vice Mayor Singh requested staff contact Cold Storage regarding the increase of unhoused people on their property.
Councilmember Patiño requested the City Attorney investigate the City of San Diego ordinance regarding homeless encampments mentioned by the public speaker earlier in the evening.
14. CLOSED SESSION - None
15. ADJOURNMENT
Vice Mayor Singh adjourned the meeting at 7:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anna M. Brown, CMC
City Clerk
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MINUTES
CITY OF UNION CITY/
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY MEETING
CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI, Mayor
GARY SINGH, Vice Mayor (District 1)
JAMIE PATIÑO Councilmember (District 2)
JEFF WANG, Councilmember (District 3)
SCOTT SAKAKIHARA, Councilmember (District 4)
Tuesday, June 13, 2023
7:00 PM
City Hall- Council Chamber
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci called the meeting to order at 7:12 p.m.
1.a. Pledge of Allegiance
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci led the salute to the flag.
1.b. Roll Call Present: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang, Vice Mayor Singh, Mayor Dutra-Vernaci
Absent: None
2. UNFINISHED BUSINESS - None
3. PROCLAMATIONS AND PRESENTATIONS
3.a. Proclamation Recognizing June 19, 2023 as Juneteenth Mayor Dutra-Vernaci read the proclamation aloud and presented it to Lillie Turner, Charter and Executive Board Member of the New Haven Unified School District African-American Advisory, and Zetha Nobles, Director of Equity Access and Achievement for the New Haven Unified School District.
3.b. Proclamation In Recognition Of June 2023 As LGBTQ+ Pride Month City Council/RSA Agenda 38 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci read the proclamation aloud and presented it to Mrs.
Marisa Villegas-Ramirez, Ethnic Studies Educator at James Logan High School.
3.c. Presentation On The Union City Local Roadway Safety Plan Public Works Civil Engineer II, Trieu Tran, gave the presentation and responded to questions from Council. Councilmembers provided comment.
4. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Written public comment was given by Kendahyl Wallace.
Public comment was given by the following:
Monika Aeschbacher Joshua De Miguel
Julius Abad Jordan Elogen
Maria Ramirez Chris Martinez
Wendy Huang Ray Degrate
In response to one of the comments, Mayor Dutra-Vernaci noted review of the current tobacco ordinance will be on agenda for the meeting of July 25, 2023.
5. CONSENT CALENDAR
It was moved by Vice Mayor Singh and seconded by Councilmember Wang to adopt consent calendar items 5.a. through 5.f. The motion was carried a unanimous roll call vote.
5.a. Waived Further Reading of Proposed Ordinance
(This permits reading the title only in lieu of reciting the entire text of any proposed Ordinance.)
5.b. Approved The Minutes Of The City Council Meeting Helds On May 9, 2023, May 23, 2023, And June 6, 2023
5.c. Adopted Resolution No. 6138-23 Authorizing The Submission Of A Joint Application For And Participation In The Homekey Program And Authorizing The City Manager, Or Their Designee, To Approve The Final Joint Application To The State And Execute The Application And The Homekey Documents On Behalf Of The City Of Union City For Participation In The Homekey Program
5.d. Adopted Resolution No. 6139-23 Authorizing The Acceptance Of The Officer Wellness And Mental Health Grant (AB 178), In The Amount Of $47,039.54 And Amending The Fiscal Year 2022-2023 Police Department Grants Budget
5.e. Adopted Resolution No. 6140-23 Approving A List Of Projects For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Funded By SB 1: The Road Repair And Accountability Act Of 2017
5.f. Adopted Resolution No. 6141-23 Giving Standing Authority To The City Manager To Accept And Appropriate All Donations Made To The Police Department And Community & Recreation Services Department
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
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6.a. Public Hearing To Adopt A Resolution Approving The 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan And Authorizing The City Manager To Submit The 2023-2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan To The U.S Department Of Housing And Urban Development And To Execute All Documents And Certifications Necessary To Secure And Award Funding For The City And Adopt A Resolution 1) Accepting The Updated Public Service Needs Assessment And 2) Awarding $245,000 Annually From The General Fund For Public Service Grants For FY 23/24 And FY 24/25, Subject To Final Adoption Of The FY 23/24 And FY 24/25 City Budget
Prior to hearing the item, Councilmember Patiño made the announcement that as required by Government Code Section 1091.5 (a)(8), he noted a noninterest exception as a non-compensated board member for Tibercio Vasquez Health Center, which, as one of its primary purposes, supports the function of the City of Union City.
Prior to hearing the item, City Attorney Kokotaylo made the announcement that as required by Government Code Section 1091.5 (a)(8), he noted a noninterest exception as a non-compensated board member and president for Spectrum Community Services, a tax-exempt corporation, which, as one of its primary purposes, supports the function of the City of Union City.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci noted that neither had to leave the chambers as part of this exception.
Housing and Community Development Manager Francisco Gomez presented the staff report and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci opened the public hearing. There was no public comment. Mayor Dutra-Vernaci closed the public hearing.
Councilmembers provided comment. It was moved by Councilmember Patiño and seconded by Councilmember Sakakihara to approve:
Resolution No. 6142-23 Approving The 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Annual Action Plan And Authorizing The City Manager To Submit The 2023-2024 CDBG Annual Action Plan To The U.S.
Department Of Housing And Urban Development And To Execute All Documents And Certifications Necessary To Secure And Award Funding For The City; and
Resolution No. 6143-23 Accepting The Updated Public Service Needs Assessment And 2) Awarding $245,000 Annually From The General Fund For Public Service Grants For FY 23/24 And FY 24/25, Subject To Final Adoption Of The FY 23/24 And FY 24/25 City Budget
The motion was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
6.b. Public Hearing On The Proposed FY 2023-2024 And FY 2024-2025 Biennial Budget And Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan For FY 2023-2024 Through FY 2027-2028
City Manager Malloy began the presentation, providing information on the budget’s alignment with the City Council’s strategic plan goals, the big picture forecast and general information about the biennial budget.
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City Manager Malloy presented a summary of Capital Improvements Plan (CIP).
Before being presented with information regarding the transit related plans of the CIP, Vice Mayor Singh recused himself under the Political Reform Act, due to an economic conflict of interest and real property conflict of interest. with MV Transportation Incorporated and an economic and real property conflict of interest within the proximity of the Alvarado-Niles Multimodal Corridor Study. Vice Mayor Singh left the chamber.
City Manager Malloy provided a summary of the transit related CIP projects.
There were no questions from Council.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci noted the item would not be addressed after the close of this portion of the public hearing. Mayor Dutra-Vernaci opened the public hearing.
Public comment was provided by Wendy Huang.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci closed the public hearing. Councilmembers provided comment.
It was moved by Councilmember Sakakihara and seconded by Councilmember Wang to adopt the transit portion of the Capital Improvement Plan. The motion was carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang and Mayor DutraVernaci NOES: None
ABSENT: Vice Mayor Singh
ABSTAIN: None
Vice Mayor Singh returned to the dais.
Before being presented with information regarding the miscellaneous projects of the CIP, Mayor Dutra-Vernaci recused herself under the Political Reform Act due to economic conflict of interests, including real property interest within proximity of the Decoto Road Phase 2 project, and real property and business investment interest within the proximity of the Alvarado District Historic Sign Project. Mayor Dutra-Vernaci left the chamber.
City Manager Malloy provided a summary of the miscellaneous projects included in the CIP. There were no questions form Council.
Vice Mayor Singh opened the public hearing. There were no comments from the public. Vice Mayor Singh closed the public hearing. There were no further comments from the Council.
It was moved by Councilmember Sakakihara and seconded by Councilmember Patiño to adopt the miscellaneous projects portion of the Capital Improvement Plan.
AYES: Councilmembers Patiño, Sakakihara, Wang and Vice Mayor Singh
NOES: None
ABSENT: Mayor Dutra- Vernaci
ABSTAIN: None
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Mayor Dutra-Vernaci returned to the dais.
City Manager Malloy presented a summary of the remaining CIP projects highlights.
Finance Director Acosta presented the following information:
Summary of recommended new positions and current full time employees
General Fund financial status
FY 23/24 and 24/25 proposed budget
Key revenue/expenditure assumptions
General Fund revenue/expenditure trends
All funds summary
Long range forecast
Requested Council direction
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci opened the public hearing.
Public comment was made by Wendy Huang.
Council provided the following direction:
Replace the proposed salary savings amount based on four Police Officers with an amount based on a percentage of salaries and benefits
Add the following four positions to the final budget:
o 1 FTE Economic Development Coordinator in Economic &
Community Development (ECD)
o .5 FTE Administrative Assistant I in Information Technology o .5 FTE Administrative Assistant III in Public Works
o 1 FTE Neighborhood Preservation Specialist in ECD
Add funding for a Lobbyist agreement
Add funding for a Climate Action Plan
Add funding for a Facilities Master Plan
It was moved by Mayor Dutra-Vernaci and seconded by Vice Mayor Singh to continue the public hearing to the special meeting of June 20, 2023 and for the proposed budget to include the direction given by Council. The motion was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
6.c. Public Hearing Report On Voting Results On Proposed Increase Of Landfill, Compost, And Recycle Collection Services Rates For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 And Adopt A Resolution Establishing Annual Rates For Landfill, Compost, And Recycle Collection Services Effective July 1, 2023 And Amending The Master Fee Schedule For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Incorporating The Updated Rates
Recycling & Solid Waste Program Manager Cliff Feldman presented the staff report and responded to questions from Council.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci opened the public hearing.
Jason Toro, Chief Executive Officer of Tri-CED provided comment and responded to questions from Council.
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Public comment was given by Wendy Huang.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci closed the public hearing.
City Clerk Brown reported that of the 17,499 notices issued, 150 protest ballots were received. This did not constitute a majority protest.
It was moved by Councilmember Patiño and seconded by Vice Mayor Singh to Adopt A Resolution Establishing Annual Rates For Landfill, Compost, And Recycle Collection Services Effective July 1, 2023 And Amending The Master Fee Schedule For Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Incorporating The Updated Rates.
The motion was carried by a unanimous roll call vote,
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci recessed the meeting at 10:12 p.m.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci called the meeting back into session at 10:22 p.m.
7. CITY MANAGER REPORTS
7.a. Policy Direction To Proceed With A Competitive Procurement Request For Proposals For Future Franchise Agreements For Landfill, Compost, And Recycle Collection Services And Adopt A Resolution Approving The First Amendment To The Consulting Services Agreement With R3 Consulting Group, Inc. (C5923), For Franchise Agreement Consulting Services, To Extend The Expiration Of The Agreement To December 31, 2024 And To Increase The Agreement Amount By $85,000, For A Total Not-To-Exceed Amount $135,000, And Authorizing The City Manager To Execute The Amendment In A Form Approved By The City Attorney
Recycling & Solid Waste Program Manager Cliff Feldman presented the staff report and responded to questions from Council.
Jason Toro, Chief Executive Officer of Tri-CED provided comment and responded to questions from Council.
Public comments were made by the following:
Joe Chu Michael Richie
Corina Segura Bier Steven Sims
Cheris Crocker-Root Jakeen Hildreth
Richard Fierro Susie Garcia
Mathias Vavao Marisa Villegas-Ramirez
Subru Bhat Marlo Da Motivator
All comments were in support of extending the contract with Tri-CED.
Councilmembers provided comment. It was moved by Councilmember Sakakihara and seconded by Vice Mayor Singh to dismiss staff recommendation and grant a one-year extension to current Franchise Agreements with Tri-CED and Republic through FY 2025-26, with contract expiration date of June 30, 2026. The motion was carried by a unanimous roll call vote.
8. SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY - None
9. AUTHORITIES AND AGENCIES - None
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10. CITY COMMISSION / COMMITTEE REPORTS - None
11. SCHEDULED ORAL COMMUNICATION - None
12. ITEMS REFERRED BY COUNCIL
Councilmember Wang reported on his attendance of the following meetings:
Union City Chamber of Commerce
Joint meeting of the City Council and New Haven Unified District School (NHUSD) Board
StopWaste Programs and Administration Committee
Vice Mayor Singh stated he will attend the Association of Bay Area Government general assembly next week.
Councilmember Sakakihara reported on his attendance of the joint meeting of the City Council and NHUSD Board.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci reported on her attendance of the U.S. Conference of Mayors Annual meeting held in Columbus, OH, June 2 – 5.
13. GOOD OF THE ORDER
Vice Mayor Singh reported on a food drive held at the Tropics Mobile Home Park.
Councilmember Sakakihara reported on a tour he took of the hillside area with the property owner and staff, a tour of a potential bike park site in Union City, and a tour of the On Lok facility in Fremont with Councilmember Patiño.
Councilmember Patiño reported on the tour of the On Lok facility with Councilmember Sakakihara, a meeting with Union Pacific, and stated he attended the Hispanic Elected Local Officials (HELO) 2023 Summer Conference in Coral Gables, May 24-27.
Councilmember Patiño requested that Council rescind the ordinance prohibiting the sale of beer at gas station convenience stores and requested the matter be put on a future agenda. Councilmember Sakakihara and Vice Mayor Singh concurred. The matter will be placed on agenda for a future Legislative and Policy Committee meeting before being brought to the full council with recommendation.
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci stated she will miss the Council meeting of June 27 as she will be out of the country on transportation related business. Vice Mayor Singh will chair the meeting.
14. CLOSED SESSION - None
15. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Dutra-Vernaci adjourned the meeting at 11:30 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Anna M. Brown, CMC
City Clerk
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CARMELA CAMPBELL, ECONOMIC AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION FINDING THE LAZULI LANDING PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT MISSION BOULEVARD, 2ND STREET, D STREET,
AND E STREET IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LANDS TO BE DISPOSED OF
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37364
Midpen Housing Corporation ("MidPen Housing") will be submitting an application to the State of California Housing and Community Development Department ("HCD") Multifamily Finance Super Notice of Funding Availability ("Super NOFA") for an Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) to filla funding gap for the Lazuli Landing project.
The Lazuli Landing Project consists of an 81-unit multi-family affordable housing development on a Cityowned block bounded by Mission Boulevard, D Street, E Street, and 2nd Street (“Mission Block”). To increase the competitiveness of MidPen Housing's application, a resolution from the City is needed declaring the project site "exempt surplus land" as defined by the State Surplus Lands Act.
Staff recommends the City Council adopt the attached resolution finding the Lazuli Landing project site is exempt surplus lands to be disposed of pursuant to Government Code Section 37364.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This agenda item does not have alignment with a specific goal or strategy but supports the City's overall mission to create and provide effective, quality services and facilitate development that fosters a high quality of life and economic vitality.
BACKGROUND
Lazuli Landing Overview
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In January 2018, the City Council authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for a minimum of 60 units of affordable, family housing to be constructed on the Mission Block that would be affordable to very-low and extremely-low income households. Proposals were required to integrate joint offices for Centro de Servicios and Youth and Family Services (YFS) into the housing development. MidPen Housing, a local affordable housing developer, was the developer chosen through that process.
On July 28, 2020, the City Council approved the development of the Lazuli Landing Mixed-Use Project. The project is an eighty-one (81) multi-family affordable housing development, a portion of which would be affordable to extremely low and low-income households, with associated community facilities. On that same date, City Council also approved the execution of a Disposition, Development and Loan Agreement between the City and MidPen Housing since the project will be developed on City-owned land. You can view the staff report for those actions at
https://unioncity.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/CoverSheet.aspx?ItemID=2586&MeetingID=403.
The Lazuli Landing project continues to move forward towards construction and acquiring the necessary funding to bring this project to fruition. To date, public funding has been committed from the City of Union City, Alameda County’s Measure A1 Funds, and State HCD’s AHSC program. Once all of the public funding applications for the project have been approved and funds have been awarded to Lazuli Landing, MidPen Housing willapply to the California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) for 4% tax credit funding and California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC) for tax-exempt bond financing.
The City’s goal is to provide as much affordable housing to lower income families and individuals who live and/or work in Union City as allowed by the Measure A1 funding requirements and as legally permitted under federal housing laws. The City and MidPen Housing worked with Seifel Consulting and the Concord Group to prepare and submit a Displacement Study to Alameda County in order to demonstrate the need for a City live/work preference at Lazuli Landing. The study was approved by the County and will allow the project to utilize a Union City live/work preference for a portion of the units.
HCD Super NOFA
All affordable housing grant programs at the State level are highly competitive and over-subscribed. In July 2022, MidPen Housing submitted an application to the State HCD Super NOFA Multi-Family Housing Program (MHP). HCD received applications requesting over $2.8 billion in MHP funds and funded $380.4 million across 25 projects. In March 2023, MidPen Housing submitted an application to the California Housing Finance Agency (CalHFA) for the Mixed-Income Program (MIP), which would position the project to be able to submit applications to California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) and California Debt Limit Allocation Committee (CDLAC) if granted a MIP award. The MIP application received 29 applications and 12 projects were awarded. Lazuli Landing was ranked 18 of the 29 applications submitted and unfortunately was not awarded due to the high demand of the program.
HCD released a Super NOFA this year and MidPen Housing expects to submit an application to HCD for Infill Infrastructure Grant (IIG) funds through the Super NOFA process on July 12, 2023. Access to the funding in the Super NOFA will allow the project to fill a gap in the development budget and move the project closer to closing its financing to start construction. HCD anticipates announcing funding awards in Winter 2023/2024.
The term Super NOFA refers to HCD's consolidation of several funding programs into one application process. That said, due to how the Super NOFA is structured this year, submitting an application for one program, rather than multiple, increases a project’s ability to secure funds. In addition, since there is a lower cap on the maximum amount of funds a project can request, it is expected that more projects will be funded through this program as compared to others.
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DISCUSSION
An application to HCD’s Super NOFA for the IIG funds would help close the project’s funding gap and put the project in a good position to secure the remaining funding needed and be prepared to apply for the 4% tax credit and tax-exempt bond funding. MidPen expects to start construction in late 2024 or early 2025, contingent upon all of the funding being secured.
For the Super NOFA application, projects located on surplus land or exempt surplus land can receive points in the Super NOFA application process. Lazuli Landing is located on surplus land owned by the City of Union City. The site is considered exempt surplus lands per the Surplus Land Act because Lazuli Landing will be providing affordable housing on at least 80% of the property and will meet the affordability restriction requirements stipulated in the Act. Specifically, at least 40% of the housing units developed be affordable to households with incomes at or below 60% of area median income with half of those units affordable to households with incomes at or below 50% of area median income.
The Surplus Land Act is a State law that requires all local agencies to offer surplus land for sale or lease to affordable housing developers before local agencies can sell or lease the land to other individuals or entities. If a localagency disposes of land, the agency must comply with the Surplus Land Act unless the land qualifies as exempt surplus land, which includes affordable housing developments that meet the affordability restrictions and other requirements. The attached resolution declaring that the site is exempt surplus lands, if adopted, will be included in Super NOFA application. The resolution is also needed for submittal to HCD 30 days prior to disposition of the property by the City.
In order to maximize the number of points and to meet application threshold requirements for the Super NOFA application, the project will need to commit to deeper affordability levels. An additional affordability levels of 50% Area Median Income ("AMI") is being added to provide an affordability tier between the current 40% and 60% AMI. The project is continuing to propose to serve households experiencing homelessness with the units restricted at 20% AMI. See Attachment 2 for a comparison of the unit affordability levels approved as part of the project entitlements and what is proposed as part of the Super NOFA application. The updated affordability levels are consistent with the Surplus Lands Act affordability requirements to be considered exempt surplus lands.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no impact to the General Fund to receive this report.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution finding the Lazuli Landing project site exempt surplus lands to be disposed of pursuant to Government Code Section 37364.
Prepared by:
Francisco Gomez, Jr., Housing and Community Development Manager Submitted by:
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Francisco Gomez, Jr., Housing and Community Development Manager ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Attachment 1- Resolution - Lazuli Landing Surplus Lands Act Exemption
Resolution
Attachment 2 -Affordability Level Comparison Attachment City Council/RSA Agenda 48 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
ATTACHMENT 1
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY FINDING
THE LAZULI LANDING PROJECT SITE LOCATED AT MISSION BOULEVARD, 2ND STREET, D STREET, AND E STREET IS EXEMPT SURPLUS LANDS TO BE DISPOSED OF PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 37364
WHEREAS, the City of Union City ("City") owns those certain properties (the "Properties") in fee identified as 1.65 acres located on property bounded by D Street, E Street, Mission Boulevard and Second Street (APN: 486-3-29, 486-3-28, 486-3-30, 486-3-35, 486-3-34- 3, 486-3-34-4); and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that the Properties are not necessary for the City's use; and
WHEREAS, the City, in accordance with its adopted Housing Element, desires to increase the supply of affordable housing by providing sites for the development of very low and low income housing; and
WHEREAS, the City has determined that the Properties is a suitable site for the development of affordable housing and that the development of the Properties with affordable housing will address a significant need within the City for additional affordable housing units; WHEREAS, the City approved Lazuli Landing, an 81-unit affordable housing project, on the Properties on July 28, 2020 (Resolution # 5631-20); and WHEREAS, the City has determined to dispose of the Properties pursuant to the requirements of Government Code Section 37364 which requires that at least 80% of the Property be developed with housing and that at least 40% of the housing units developed be affordable to households with incomes at or below 60% of area median income with half of those units affordable to households with incomes at or below 50% of area median income; and WHEREAS, Government Code Section 54221(f)(1)(A) defines exempt surplus land to mean surplus land that is transferred pursuant to Government Code Section 37364.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Union City does hereby find that the Properties are designated as exempt surplus land on the basis that the City intends to dispose of the Properties in accordance with Government Code Section 37364;
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Council directs the City Manager to transmit a copy of this Resolution to the California Department of Housing and Community Development no later than thirty (30) days prior to the disposition of any of the Properties.
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ATTACHMENT 1
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ATTACHMENT 2
2020 Approved Project 2023 Super NOFA Application
Unit Size Restriction # of units Unit Size Restriction # of units 1BR 20% 13 1BR 20% 14
1BR 40% 3 1BR 40% 2
1BR 50% 2 1BR 50% 2
1 BR 60% 2 1BR 60% 2
1 BR 80% 1 1BR 70% 1
2BR 20% 3 2BR 20% 3
2BR 40% 10 2BR 30% 1
2BR 50% 10 2BR 40% 9
2BR 60% 11 2BR 50% 10
2BR 80% 2 2BR 60% 11
3BR 40% 5 2BR 70% 2
3BR 50% 6 3BR 30% 3
3BR 60% 9 3BR 40% 2
3BR 80% 3 3BR 50% 6
3BR 60% 9
Manager's
Unit
1 Manager's
Unit
1 Total Units 81 Total Units 81
Comparison of Affordability Levels Between Lazuli Landing Approved Project and Super NOFA Applications Updates
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITYOF UNION CITY APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLAN TO CREATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF
EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE CHIEF AND TO ASSIGN A
SALARY RANGE TO THE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE
CHIEF CLASSIFICATION, ALL IN CONFORMANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CODE OF REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5; TO RECLASSIFY
ONE OF THE THREE CONFIDENTIAL OPERATIONS ASSISTANTS TO
THE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE CHIEF POSITION;AND
TO APPROVE A SIDE LETTER BETWEEN THE CITYOF UNION CITY
AND THE POLICE OFFICERS’ASSOCIATION REGARDING THE
ACTIONS LISTED ABOVE
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to 1) create the classification of Executive Assistant to the Police Chief; 2) approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan, reclassifying one of the three Confidential Operations Assistants to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief; and 3) approve the corresponding side letter with the Police Officers' Association.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This reclassification supports Goal B. Governance and Organization Effectiveness of the Strategic Plan in aligning the provision of criticalcity services with current staffing levels.
BACKGROUND
Human Resources received a department-initiated request to reclassify one of the three Confidential Operations Assistants within the Police Department. The Confidential Operations Assistant incumbents are assigned to three distinct areas with the department: one to the Police Chief, one is shared by two Police Captains, and one City Council/RSA Agenda 52 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
is in the Internal Affairs Division. Historically, the incumbents are provided the opportunity to rotate through assignments giving them exposure to the various work performed within the department.
DISCUSSION
The Police Department continues to seek ways to provide the best service possible to the Union City community. The Confidential Operations Assistant classification provides much needed support to various divisions within the department. Having the rotation of these assignments allows staff the opportunity to serve in various roles and thereby expand their knowledge of the department. However, the Police Chief is seeking to have one dedicated position to assist in the day-to-day administration of the department. Having continuity will allow the incumbent to provide the ongoing long-term support necessary. This single incumbent will coordinate and perform a variety of confidential and complex administrative functions and executive-level administrative support to the Police Chief and have a high degree of responsibility for research and analysis and provide recommendations to the department.
The City met and conferred with POA regarding these changes and the proposed reclassification of one Confidential Operations Assistant to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief position. Staff also proposed a Side Letter with POA to reflect the establishment of the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief classification and the reclassification of one of the three Confidential Operations Assistants to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief position. The POA is in agreement with these proposed changes.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact to the General Fund. There will be no change is salary with the change in title.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt the attached resolution to 1) create the classification of Executive Assistant to the Police Chief; 2) approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan, reclassifying one of the three Confidential Operations Assistants to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief; and 3) approve the corresponding side letter with the Police Officers' Association.
Prepared by:
Lisa Achen, Interim Human Resources Director
Submitted by:
Lisa Achen, Interim Human Resources Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
Classification Specification/Job Description Attachment POA Side Letter Attachment
Classification and Compensation Plan Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY
OF UNION CITY APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE
CITY’S CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN
TO CREATE THE CLASSIFICATION OF EXECUTIVE
ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE CHIEF AND TO ASSIGN A
SALARY RANGE TO THE EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO
THE POLICE CHIEF CLASSIFICATION, ALL IN
CONFORMANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CODE OF
REGULATIONS, TITLE 2, SECTION 570.5; TO
RECLASSIFY ONE OF THE THREE CONFIDENTIAL
OPERATIONS ASSISTANTS TO THE EXECUTIVE
ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE CHIEF POSITION; AND TO
APPROVE A SIDE LETTER BETWEEN THE CITY OF
UNION CITY AND THE POLICE OFFICERS’
ASSOCIATION REGARDING THE ACTIONS LISTED
ABOVE
WHEREAS, the current Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Union City (the “City”) and the Police Officers’ Association (“POA”), effective January 1, 2022, through December 31, 2024, is currently in effect (the “MOU”); and WHEREAS, POA serves as the sole and exclusive bargaining group for the Confidential Operations Assistant pursuant to the MOU; and WHEREAS, the City Manager, or her designee, has met and conferred in good faith with the representatives of POA related to the above matter; and WHEREAS, Section 3.05 Classification/Reclassification Procedure, subsection 2(c) in the Personnel Rules provides, “the Human Resources Director shall recommend to the City Council a reclassification and the establishment of a new class to which the position would be allocated;” and
WHEREAS, Section 3.06 Status of Reclassified Incumbents in the Personnel Rules provides, “Whenever reclassification occurs, the employee occupying the position may be retained in the position after it has been reclassified without further competitive examination;” and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered the creation of the classification of Executive Assistant to the Police Chief, the assignment of a salary range to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief classification, the proposed reclassification of one of the three Confidential Operations Assistants, Kelly Ann Sipos, to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief position, and the proposed Side Letter and has determined that the terms and City Council/RSA Agenda 54 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
conditions of the proposed Side Letter are proper and in the best interests of the City.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby approves an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to create the classification of Executive Assistant to the Police Chief, effective July 24, 2023, and to assign the following salary range to the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief classification:
Classification Job Code Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Executive Assistant
to the Police Chief 40241 $7,022 $7,374 $7,743 $8,129 $8,537 BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby authorizes one of the three Confidential Operations Assistant incumbents, Kelly Ann Sipos, to be reclassified to the newly created Executive Assistant to the Police Chief classification; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby approves a Side Letter to the MOU, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, effective July 24, 2023, and authorizes the City Manager to execute the Side Letter and to take such further actions as may be necessary to implement the Side Letter to the MOU, including any necessary non-substantive modifications.
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1 EXECUTIVE ASSISTANT TO THE POLICE CHIEF
Bargaining Unit: Police Officers’ Association
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 40241
Created or updated: 7/11/23
DEFINITION
Under the direction of the Police Chief, the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief coordinates and performs a variety of confidential and complex administrative functions and executive-level administrative support to the Police Chief. This role includes a variety of responsibilities and requires a high degree of sensitivity to confidential matters, classified materials, sensitive data and performs other related duties as assigned.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
The Executive Assistant to the Police Chief is a single position in the Police Department responsible for providing the Police Chief with administrative and clerical support to run the department. There is greater emphasis on preserving the confidentiality of sensitive information and the performance of highly technical assignments. The incumbent exercises a high degree of responsibility for administrative research and analysis and provides recommendations to the department.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only)
• Prepares, proofreads, processes, and disseminates correspondence, memoranda, reports, proposals, forms, presentations, and/or other types of departmental documentation.
• Recognizes and maintains various types of confidential information, documents, and materials and compiles data and information for inclusion in sensitive and restricted reports and other documentation.
• Answers, screens, and directs incoming calls; documents and distributes telephone messages.
• Independently responds to caller inquiries; provides information regarding Police Department operations, policies, and programs; addresses and/or assists in resolving public complaints not requiring the attention or oversight of management personnel. • Schedules, coordinates, and confirms meetings, appointments, travel arrangements, and/or other functions; updates and maintains departmental calendars; prepares and/or organizes meeting materials and equipment.
• Performs a variety of records management functions; updates and maintains departmental records, filing systems, databases, and/or policy manuals. • Conducts a variety of general accounting duties; reviews and processes invoices. • Updates and maintains departmental records and files.
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2 • Communicates and coordinates with representatives of state and federal regulatory agencies, such as the Department of Justice, the Commission on Peace Officer Standards and Training, accrediting organizations, and grant auditors. • Corresponds and provides data to regulatory agencies, courts of law, and other representatives of legal agencies and serves as a representative of the department and liaises with outside agencies.
• Research, compiles, and analyzes data for special projects and various reports; prepares redacted and/or generalized trend-based reports for release to the public. • Coordinates special projects as assigned.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Any combination of experience and education that would likely provide the required knowledge and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge and abilities would be:
Education and Experience
Completion of the twelfth grade or equivalent, supplemented by course work in business, accounting or a related field and a minimum of three (3) years’ of increasingly responsible clerical and administrative duties.
Licenses and Certificates
Must possess a valid California Driver’s License and have a satisfactory driving record.
DESIRABLE QUALIFICATIONS
• An associate’s or college degree from an accredited college or technical school, majoring in office management, human services, criminal justice, paralegal studies, or a field of study relatable to preparing for work in a secure, confidential office environment in a law enforcement agency is highly desirable. • Ability to accurately type at a speed of 60 wpm is highly desirable.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge of:
• Principles and practices of office administration.
• Records management principles and standards.
• Basic accounting and bookkeeping principles.
• General office equipment and standard computer software applications including graphic design software.
• English usage, spelling, grammar, and punctuation.
• Principles and methods of business letter and report writing. • Research and reporting methods, techniques, and procedures.
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3 • Computer software necessary to perform the duties of the job to include graphic design software (Canva or similar) and training/certification in Microsoft 365 (or similar).
Ability To:
• Work independently with little direction while maintaining speed and accuracy on a continuous basis.
• Prioritize assignments.
• Concentrate to meet numerous deadlines and maintain quality of work while subject to interruption.
• Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others, including staff, City departments, outside agencies, community organizations, and the general public.
• Present complex material to executive level staff.
• Interpret and explain City and Department policies, rules, and regulations. • Understand the organization and operation of the City and of outside agencies as necessary to assume assigned responsibilities.
• Preserve confidentiality of sensitive material routinely encountered as part of work assignments.
• Take notes and write summaries of meetings.
• Type at a speed necessary for successful job performance. • Coordinate and conduct a variety of highly skilled administrative functions. • Prepare and maintain correspondence, reports, and other documentation. • Process invoices, prepare payroll, and coordinating departmental grants. • Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, as necessary.
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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Side Letter to the Memorandum
of Understanding Between
The City of Union City
and
Police Officers’ Association
The City of Union City (“City”) and the Police Officers’ Association (“POA”) (collectively the “Parties”) enter into this Side Letter to the Parties’ Memorandum of Understanding effective January 1, 2022 through December 31, 2024, to add a new position.
WHEREAS, the City seeks to establish the new Executive Assistant to the Police Chief position; and
WHEREAS, the City and POA desire to have POA serve as the sole and exclusive bargaining representative for the Executive Assistant to the Police Chief position; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to enter into a Side Letter clarifying and memorializing the Parties’ agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties agree to amend Section 1.2, Recognition, of the Memorandum of Understanding to add the classification of Executive Assistant to the Police Chief.
FOR THE CITY: FOR POA:
Lisa Achen Date Ian Hobson Date
Joan Malloy Date James Cordero Date
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Amendment #1: June 20, 2023 - Reso. No. 6146-23
City of Union City
Classification and Compensation Plan
FY 2023-2024
Effective: July 24, 2023
Amendment #2: July 11, 2023 - Reso. No. XXXX-23
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Bargaining Unit Job Code Classification Title Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 FULL-TIME (monthly rates shown )
City Council 10010 Mayor 2,437
City Council 10020 Council Member 1,625
City Manager 20010 City Manager 26,492
UNREPRESENTED Min. Range Max.
Dept. Heads 20015 Asst. City Manager/Chief Financial Officer 17,514 21,049 Dept. Heads 20020 Deputy City Manager 16,874 20,240
Dept. Heads 20470 CRS Director 16,455 19,729
Dept. Heads 20515 ECD Director 16,455 19,729
Dept. Heads 20275 Finance Director 16,455 19,729
Dept. Heads 20280 Human Resources Director 16,455 19,729 Dept. Heads 20290 Information Technology Director 16,455 19,729 Dept. Heads 40010 Police Chief 21,496 22,356 23,250 24,180 25,147 Dept. Heads 20710 Public Works Director 16,765 20,108
Unrep Mgmt 21050 Assistant to City Manager 14,210 17,064 Unrep Mgmt 21185 Chief Human Resources Officer 14,922 17,918 Unrep Mgmt 21315 Chief Technology Officer 14,922 17,918 Unrep Mgmt 20030 City Clerk 11,797 12,336 12,905 13,501 14,127 Unrep Mgmt 20145 Human Resources Analyst I 7,987 8,337 8,706 9,093 9,500 Unrep Mgmt 20155 Human Resources Analyst II 9,766 10,208 10,671 11,154 11,664 Unrep Mgmt 20180 Human Resources Manager 12,471 13,046 13,645 14,278 14,940 Unrep Mgmt 20930 Supervising Construction Inspector 10,128 10,587 11,070 11,577 12,109 Unrep Non-Mgmt 21010 Administrative Specialist-Confidential 6,823 7,166 7,524 7,901 8,297 Unrep Non-Mgmt 30800 Human Resources Technician 7,195 7,556 7,925 8,330 8,742
MANAGEMENT EMPLOYEES' GROUP (MEG)
Management 20360 Budget Manager/Purchasing Agent 11,878 12,425 12,996 13,598 14,228 Management 20590 Chief Building Official/Sr. Plans Examiner 13,666 14,294 14,958 15,650 16,381 Management 20810 City Engineer 14,189 14,852 15,546 16,273 17,038 Management 20505 Clinical Supervisor 8,450 8,824 9,216 9,628 10,061 Management 20650 Communications & Marketing Manager 11,375 11,937 12,499 13,053 13,616 Management 20508 Community Services Manager 10,128 10,588 11,070 11,577 12,110 Management 20800 Cyber Security Manager 12,315 12,870 13,451 14,049 14,690 Management 20630 Economic Development Manager 11,375 11,937 12,499 13,053 13,616 Management 20600 Environmental Program Manager 12,285 12,852 13,446 14,070 14,725 Management 20911 Fleet Supervisor 10,658 11,145 11,652 12,188 12,748 Management 20540 HCD Manager 12,183 12,745 13,333 13,951 14,600 Management 20500 Intervention Counselor I 7,202 7,516 7,841 8,186 8,546 Management 20310 IT Manager 14,210 14,870 15,565 16,296 17,064 Management 20450 CRS Manager 11,980 12,530 13,110 13,717 14,355 Management 20080 Management Analyst I 7,987 8,337 8,706 9,093 9,500 Management 20090 Management Analyst II 9,766 10,208 10,671 11,154 11,664 Management 20100 Management Analyst III 11,878 12,425 12,996 13,598 14,228 Management 20560 Planning Manager 13,015 13,614 14,245 14,905 15,600 Management 20860 Principal Civil Engineer 12,726 13,314 13,932 14,582 15,260 Management 20730 Public Works Superintendent 12,388 12,957 13,559 14,187 14,850 Management 20920 PW Grounds Supervisor 10,658 11,145 11,652 12,188 12,748 Management 20910 PW Streets Supervisor 10,658 11,145 11,652 12,188 12,748 Management 20700 Recycling & Solid Waste Prog Manager 11,066 11,573 12,106 12,664 13,250 Management 20620 Redevelopment Manager 12,285 12,852 13,446 14,070 14,725 Management 20370 Revenue Collections Manager 11,878 12,425 12,996 13,598 14,228 Management 20350 Supervising Accountant 11,087 11,593 12,124 12,682 13,267 Management 20912 Transit Manager 11,980 12,530 13,110 13,717 14,355 City of Union City - Classification and Compensation Plan City Council/RSA Agenda 61 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Bargaining Unit Job Code Classification Title Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 Step 6 Step 7
POLICE MANAGEMENT ASSOCIATION (PMA)
Police Mgmt. 40020 Police Captain 17,690 18,524 19,398 20,316 21,281 Police Mgmt. 40040 Police Lieutenant 14,997 15,731 16,503 17,320 18,178 Police Mgmt. 40015 Deputy Police Chief 18,556 19,426 20,341 21,297 22,307 Police Mgmt. 40045 Police Commander 15,742 16,508 17,315 18,168 19,064
POLICE OFFICERS' ASSOCIATION (POA)
UCPOA 40220 Community Relations Officer 7,050 7,403 7,772 8,162 8,571 UCPOA 40095 Community Resources Coord 6,117 6,424 6,745 7,081 7,435 UCPOA 40090 Community Service Aide 6,035 6,304 6,587 6,885 7,199 UCPOA 40240 Confidential Operations Assistant 7,022 7,374 7,743 8,129 8,537 UCPOA 40080 Crime Analyst 8,571 9,000 9,449 9,923 10,418 UCPOA 40070 Dispatch Clerk 6,673 6,857 7,165 7,492 7,833 UCPOA 40170 Dispatch Clerk Trainee 5,778
UCPOA 40241 Executive Assistant to the Police Chief 7,022 7,374 7,743 8,129 8,537 UCPOA 40063 Personnel and Training Supervisor 7,050 7,403 7,772 8,162 8,571 UCPOA 40130 Police Corporal 11,867
UCPOA 40230 Police Dept. Office Coord. 6,074 6,380 6,698 7,033 7,386 UCPOA 40140 Police Office Assistant 5,537 5,814 6,105 6,410 6,731 UCPOA 40050 Police Officer 8,620 9,018 9,426 9,827 10,321 10,838 11,379 UCPOA 40150 Police Officer Recruit I 6,907
UCPOA 40160 Police Officer Recruit II 8,187
UCPOA 40060 Police Records Supervisor 7,050 7,403 7,772 8,162 8,571 UCPOA 40030 Police Sergeant 11,650 12,173 12,714 13,349 14,017 UCPOA 40120 Prisoner Transportation Officer 6,035 6,304 6,587 6,885 7,199 UCPOA 40100 Property & Evidence Specialist 6,035 6,304 6,587 6,885 7,199 UCPOA 40065 Property & Evidence Supervisor 7,050 7,403 7,772 8,162 8,571 UCPOA 40110 Public Services Officer I 6,117 6,424 6,745 7,081 7,435 UCPOA 40180 Public Services Officer II 6,440 6,763 7,101 7,454 7,828 POA REPRESENTED PART-TIME (hourly rates shown)
UCPOA PT 40070 Dispatcher Clerk (PT) 38.50 39.56 41.34 43.22 45.19 UCPOA PT 40120 Prisoner Transportation Officer (PT) 34.82 36.37 38.00 39.72 41.53 UCPOA PT 40181 Public Services Officer I (PT) 35.29 37.06 38.91 40.85 42.89 UCPOA PT 40182 Public Services Officer II (PT) 37.15 39.02 40.97 43.00 45.16 PD UNREPRESENTED PART-TIME (hourly rates shown) Min. Range Max.
Unrep. Police PT 60120 Police Cadet 16.39 17.20 18.06
Unrep. Police PT 60150 Police Officer Trainee 44.00
PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES' GROUP (PEG)
Professionals 30060 Accountant 7,602 7,981 8,372 8,799 9,236 Professionals 30250 Assistant Planner 7,091 7,444 7,814 8,206 8,616 Professionals 30230 Associate Planner 8,250 8,660 9,092 9,548 10,023 Professionals 30053 Building Code Compliance Coordinator 10,703 11,261 11,822 12,380 12,939 Professionals 30090 Case Manager 5,761 6,048 6,350 6,668 7,002 Professionals 30600 Economic Development Coordinator 9,603 10,088 10,539 11,024 11,510 Professionals 30275 Emergency Services Coordinator 8,810 9,250 9,705 10,192 10,702 Professionals 30150 Engineer I (Civil) 7,278 7,637 8,022 8,424 8,845 Professionals 30130 Engineer II (Civil) 8,083 8,487 8,901 9,354 9,818 Professionals 30120 Engineer III (Civil) 9,241 9,703 10,182 10,691 11,226 Professionals 30030 Environmental Analyst I 6,555 6,883 7,226 7,590 7,970 Professionals 30031 Environmental Analyst II 7,400 7,789 8,200 8,630 9,086 Professionals 30040 Environmental Programs Inspector 9,533 10,035 10,562 11,116 11,703 Professionals 30095 Homeless Prog Coordinator 6,179 6,510 6,840 7,172 7,540 Professionals 30080 Intervention Counselor 6,551 6,878 7,223 7,585 7,964 Professionals 30185 Lead Construction Inspector 9,605 10,069 10,498 10,997 11,498 Professionals 30066 Lead Payroll Technician 7,891 8,248 8,677 9,105 9,605 Professionals 30065 Payroll Technician 7,503 7,877 8,263 8,684 9,114 City of Union City - Classification and Compensation Plan City Council/RSA Agenda 62 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Bargaining Unit Job Code Classification Title Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES' GROUP (PEG) (CONT.)
Professionals 30100 Recreation Supervisor 7,430 7,802 8,192 8,601 9,030 Professionals 30020 Senior Accountant 8,414 8,843 9,284 9,744 10,225 Professionals 30210 Senior Planner 9,295 9,783 10,300 10,840 11,410 Professionals 30400 Senior Recreation Supervisor 8,725 9,151 9,597 10,066 10,556 Professionals 30260 Senior Systems Analyst 10,703 11,261 11,822 12,380 12,939 Professionals 30310 Sustainability Analyst I 6,460 6,783 7,121 7,478 7,852 Professionals 30320 Sustainability Analyst II 7,627 8,007 8,409 8,829 9,270 Professionals 30055 Sr. Building/Code Compliance Inspector 9,533 10,035 10,562 11,116 11,703 Professionals 30265 Systems Analyst 10,264 10,778 11,317 11,882 12,476 Professionals 30501 Transit Planner - Assistant 6,808 7,148 7,503 7,880 8,274 Professionals 30502 Transit Planner - Associate 8,153 8,558 8,985 9,436 9,903 Professionals 30503 Transit Planner - Senior 9,295 9,783 10,300 10,841 11,410 Professionals 30270 Web and Database Administrator 9,793 10,282 10,797 11,337 11,904
SERVICE EMPLOYEES' INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU)
SEIU 1021 50520 Administrative Assistant I 5,664 5,924 6,196 6,486 6,783 SEIU 1021 50525 Administrative Assistant II 6,196 6,486 6,783 7,099 7,428 SEIU 1021 50530 Administrative Assistant III 6,783 7,099 7,428 7,776 8,142 SEIU 1021 50290 Bldg./Code Comp. Inspector 8,172 8,551 8,943 9,353 9,780 SEIU 1021 50201 Bldg./Code Comp. Insp. - Trainee 7,173 7,508 7,852 8,212 8,589 SEIU 1021 50255 Building Permit Technician 6,485 6,811 7,139 7,469 7,795 SEIU 1021 50251 Building Permit Technician II 7,051 7,393 7,754 8,132 8,529 SEIU 1021 50566 Communications Coordinator 5,817 6,085 6,364 6,662 6,967 SEIU 1021 50256 Community Development Technician 6,356 6,676 6,997 7,320 7,639 SEIU 1021 50351 Facility Maint - Worker 6,295 6,578 6,875 7,191 7,515 SEIU 1021 50080 Finance Specialist I 5,181 5,412 5,673 5,940 6,216 SEIU 1021 50090 Finance Specialist II 5,673 5,940 6,216 6,516 6,823 SEIU 1021 50100 Finance Specialist III 6,216 6,516 6,823 7,148 7,491 SEIU 1021 50332 Lead Facilities Maintenance Worker 7,377 7,713 8,068 8,426 8,818 SEIU 1021 50323 Lead Veh. Heavy Eqpt. Mech. 7,747 8,099 8,471 8,848 9,259 SEIU 1021 50361 Leisure Services Maintenance Worker 5,338 5,605 5,886 6,180 6,489 SEIU 1021 50360 Maint I - Parks & Grounds 5,757 6,029 6,310 6,605 6,919 SEIU 1021 50330 Maint I - Streets 6,045 6,330 6,626 6,936 7,265 SEIU 1021 50342 Maint II - Parks & Grounds 6,373 6,673 6,984 7,314 7,659 SEIU 1021 50320 Maint II - Streets 6,693 7,008 7,333 7,678 8,042 SEIU 1021 50325 Maint Trainee-Parks & Grounds 4,933 5,162 5,404 5,654 5,918 SEIU 1021 50350 Maint Trainee-Streets 4,933 5,162 5,404 5,654 5,918 SEIU 1021 50200 Neighborhood Preservation Specialist 7,527 7,876 8,237 8,615 9,008 SEIU 1021 50500 Office Specialist I 4,465 4,670 4,876 5,094 5,325 SEIU 1021 50505 Office Specialist II 4,864 5,082 5,313 5,555 5,805 SEIU 1021 50510 Office Specialist III 5,308 5,551 5,801 6,068 6,346 SEIU 1021 50560 Preschool Site Supervisor II 4,457 4,680 4,915 5,161 5,418 SEIU 1021 50291 Public Works Inspector 7,908 8,352 8,756 9,179 9,622 SEIU 1021 50370 Public Works Maintenance II 6,373 6,673 6,984 7,314 7,659 SEIU 1021 50110 Recreation Administrative Technician 6,966 7,314 7,679 8,064 8,467 SEIU 1021 50160 Recreation Program Coordinator 6,340 6,650 6,977 7,323 7,681 SEIU 1021 50600 Recycling Programs Coordinator 6,542 6,860 7,198 7,556 7,925 SEIU 1021 50380 Special Projects Coordinator 5,930 6,210 6,499 6,804 7,127 SEIU 1021 50538 Street Outreach Worker 4,552 4,780 5,019 5,271 5,534 SEIU 1021 50341 Street Sweeper Operator 6,448 6,739 7,043 7,367 7,699 SEIU 1021 50400 Technical Support Specialist I 6,063 6,368 6,674 6,979 7,246 SEIU 1021 50405 Technical Support Specialist II 6,711 7,055 7,398 7,741 8,047 SEIU 1021 50517 Transit Coordinator 7,461 7,810 8,209 8,554 8,956 SEIU 1021 50321 Veh. Heavy Eqpt. Mech. 6,917 7,230 7,561 7,903 8,269 SEIU 1021 50326 Vehicle Equipment Technician 5,475 5,747 6,035 6,337 6,653 SEIU 1021 50536 Youth Employment Coordinator 6,079 6,383 6,703 7,037 7,389 SEIU 1021 50537 Youth Services Specialist 6,200 6,511 6,837 7,178 7,537 City of Union City - Classification and Compensation Plan City Council/RSA Agenda 63 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Bargaining Unit Job Code Classification Title Step 1 Step 2 Step 3 Step 4 Step 5 SEIU REPRESENTED PART-TIME (hourly rates shown)
SEIU 1021 PT 50373 Facilities Maint Attendant (PT) 27.29 28.65 30.09 31.60 33.19 SEIU 1021 PT 50533 CRS Program Manager 21.57 22.63 23.77 24.94 26.17 SEIU 1021 PT 50500 Office Specialist I (PT) 25.76 26.94 28.13 29.39 30.72 SEIU 1021 PT 50505 Office Specialist II (PT) 28.06 29.32 30.65 32.05 33.49 SEIU 1021 PT 50510 Office Specialist III (PT) 30.62 32.02 33.47 35.01 36.61 SEIU 1021 PT 50561 Preschool Site Supv. I 20.85 21.88 22.98 24.12 25.32 SEIU 1021 PT 50532 Program Coordinator (PT) 36.58 38.36 40.25 42.25 44.31 SEIU 1021 PT 50531 Senior Recreation Leader 17.71 18.62 19.54 20.52 21.57 SEIU 1021 PT 50539 PT Homeless Program Outreach Worker 26.26 27.58 28.96 30.41 31.92 SEIU 1021 PT 50538 PT Street Outreach Worker 26.26 27.58 28.96 30.41 31.92 UNREPRESENTED PART-TIME (hourly rates shown)
Unrep. Gen. PT 60069 CRS Program Manager 19.93 20.92 21.97 23.07 24.22 Unrep. Gen. PT 60100 Preschool Aide 15.50 16.27
Unrep. Gen. PT 60090 Preschool Teacher 17.71 18.60 19.53 20.51 21.53 Unrep. Gen. PT 60072 Program Coordinator (PT) 23.25 24.41 25.63 26.91 28.26 Unrep. Gen. PT 60232 Recreation Aide 15.50 16.27
Unrep. Gen. PT 60233 Recreation Leader 16.61 17.44 18.31 19.22 20.19 Unrep. Gen. PT 60300 Seasonal Maintenance Worker 22.14
Unrep. Gen. PT 60234 Senior Recreation Leader 17.71 18.60 19.53 20.51 21.53 Unrep. Gen. PT 60600 Intern 15.50 56.46
Unrep. Gen. PT 60570 Project Specialist 15.50 116.00
Unrep. Gen. PT 60400 Retired Annuitant 15.50 133.00
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: ANNA M. BROWN, CITY CLERK
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING THE VOTING DELEGATE AND
ALTERNATE DELEGATE FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
ANNUAL CONFERENCE - SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2023, IN SACRAMENTO The City Council is asked to adopt a resolution designating the City of Union City’s voting delegate and alternate voting delegate to the Annual Conference of the League of California Cities (LOCC) in Sacramento on September 20-22, 2023.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This action has no strategic plan alignment.
BACKGROUND
It is customary (and required by the LOCC bylaws) for the City of Union City to designate its voting delegate and alternate voting delegate for the Annual Conference of the LOCC.
DISCUSSION
Councilassignments currently reflect Vice Mayor Gary Singh as the designated voting delegate to the LOCC, and Councilmember Jaime Patino as the alternate voting delegate. LOCC bylaws require that voting delegates and their alternates be confirmed by Council resolution.
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no fiscal impact.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council/RSA Agenda 65 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Staff recommends the City Councilapprove a resolution designating the voting delegate and alternate voting delegate for the League of California Cities Annual Conference on September 20-22, 2023 in Sacramento.
Prepared by:
Anna M. Brown, City Clerk
Submitted by:
Anna M. Brown, City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
City Council/RSA Agenda 66 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY
DESIGNATING THE VOTING DELEGATE AND ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATE
FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
ANNUAL CONFERENCE, SEPTEMBER 20-22, 2023
WHEREAS, the League of California Cities (“League”) bylaws require that every city wishing to vote at the League’s Annual Business Meeting designate its voting delegate and alternate voting delegate by Council resolution; and
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Union City intends the City be duly represented at said Business Meeting, which is to be held in conjunction with the League’s Annual Conference in Sacramento on September 20-22, 2023.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council hereby designates Vice Mayor Gary Singh as its Voting Delegate and Councilmember Jaime Patiño as its Alternate Voting Delegate to the League of California Cities Annual Conference in Sacramento, California on September 20-22, 2023.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on the 11
th day of July 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
_______________________________
CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
______________________________ ________________________________ ANNA M. BROWN KRISTOPHER J. KOKOTAYLO
City Clerk City Attorney
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: MARILOU AYUPAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES
AGREEMENT WITH WINTER CONSULTING GROUP, LLC, IN THE
AMOUNT OF $95,000, FOR BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY
COMMITTEE MEETING FACILITATON AND PUBLIC OUTREACH FOR
THE QUARRY LAKES PARKWAY PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 18-04, FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $164,000
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $95,000, for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting Facilitation and Public Outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway Project, City Project No. 18-04, for a totalcontract amount of $164,000.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This agenda item is in alignment with the following:
Goal C, Strategy 2: Economic, Community Development and Public Safety – Facilitate the build out of the greater Station District Area through the construction of the Quarry Lakes Parkway, upgrades to the BART Station and completion of the Pedestrian Rail Crossing and the sale and development to of City-owned land.
BACKGROUND
On March 22, 2018, the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) approved the request from the City of Union City to be the project sponsor of the former East West Connector Project to complete the final design of the current 2011 roadway design plans, to prepare a traffic study update, to determine if an update, amendment or addendum is required for the approved 2009 East West Connector EIR, to coordinate with transit agencies (BART, AC Transit, Dumbarton Express & Union City Transit), adjacent cities, pedestrian and bicycle advocate groups to ensure the design meets the needs of those interests, in terms of City Council/RSA Agenda 68 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
connectivity, safety and related concerns, to execute project (design review) agreements with BART and Union Pacific for the grade separations at BART, Oakland Subdivision and Niles Subdivision and to update the overall project cost estimate, in the amount of $2.5 million, and then report back to the Commission upon completion of this work.
On November 19, 2020, at the Alameda CTC Commission Meeting, Union City presented an update on the Quarry Lakes Parkway project as a new local four-lane, multimodal corridor with landscaped medians, sidewalks, buffer Class II bike lanes with a separated, generous Class I multi-use trail. Project management also included coordination meetings with bicycle and transit advocates, the City of Fremont, BART, AC Transit and the East Bay Regional Park District. The project task deliverables included the completion of the Traffic Transportation Memorandum identifying a reduction in VMT (Vehicle Miles Traveled), the CEQA determination that no update of the 2009 EIR is required, and completion of a high-level cost estimate for Quarry Lakes Parkway (Phases 1-5) and Fremont’s Decoto Complete Street project using the East West Connector project quantities. The only task not completed was finalizing the East West Connector plans because the outdated 2011 plans did not meet current Complete Streets, Multimodal Corridor Policies, NACTO (National Association of City Traffic Officials) Design Criteria and did not meet the most recent design standards and engineering criteria for roadway design, seismic structures, railroad design and other project elements as outlined in the Quarry Lakes Parkway’s Project Delivery Memorandum, dated July 14, 2020, located on the Quarry Lakes Parkway website.
At the same meeting, Alameda CTC adopted Resolution No. 20-013 that included approval for the use of 1986 Measure B, CMA-TIP, and future LATIP (Local Agency Transportation Improvement Program) proceeds from the sale of the former Caltrans Route 84 property in Union City for funding on Quarry Lakes Parkway (former East West Connector), Phases 1-4 projects for approximately $208 million with the QLP - Phase 1: 7
th Street Connection at $16.7 million, and QLP - Phase 2: Gateway Connection (on the former Caltrans Property) at $20.3 million, which are fully funded phases.
The referenced Alameda CTC Resolution No. 20-013 for Quarry Lakes Parkway includes item (h) that the project sponsor agrees to host quarterly, publicly-noticed design update meetings for the benefit of the public, bicycle, pedestrian and transit advocates, with the project sponsor’s design team and consultant present, to present updates to the public during the design process, and to review feedback and answer questions from the public on the design elements during the design development.
On July 1, 2022, the City of Union City entered into a Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $69,000, for assistance with facilitating the public outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) Project, City Project No. 18-04, and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meetings, including managing QLP stakeholder list communications, coordinating with agency staff to determine appropriate QLP meeting topics, managing BPAC communications, coordinating with agency staff to set BPAC agendas, creating all BPAC documentation and minutes and additional engagement activities around Quarry Lakes Parkway as directed by Union City staff.
DISCUSSION
Over the past year, Winter Consulting Group has managed, facilitated, and documented the City’s Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) Meetings both remotely and in-person in the City Council Chambers. The Consultant staff has coordinated with City staff to create a BPAC webpage that includes past meeting BPAC agendas, meeting minutes and presentations for reference material for other agencies, project advocates, concerned residents and the general public. See Attachment 2 for 2022 Past BPAC Meetings and Attachment 3 for 2023 Past and Tentative BPAC Meetings.
Winter Consulting also assists with the packaging of all Quarry Lakes Parkway required project documentation City Council/RSA Agenda 69 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
for the required Alameda CTC’s Quarterly Reports, as stated in their Resolution No. 20-013 and assists with updating the Quarry Lakes Parkway project website.
The First Amendment, in the requested amount of $95,000, if approved, will bring the total contract amount to $164,000, and will allow Winter Consulting Group, LLC, to continue to provide assistance with facilitating the public outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) Project, City Project No. 18-04, and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meetings, including coordinating QLP and BPAC guest speakers, managing QLP stakeholder outreach records, coordinating with agency staff to determine appropriate QLP meeting topics, managing BPAC communications, creating all BPAC documentation and minutes, coordinating with agency staff to set BPAC agendas, and additionalengagement activities around Quarry Lakes Parkway as directed by Union City staff.
FISCAL IMPACT
The First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $95,000, will be funded from the Measure B Streets & Roads Fund (Account Number 2542-3199- 91804-54110) as identified in the approved Two-Year Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to Fiscal Year 2027-2028.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $95,000, for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting Facilitation and Public Outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway Project, City Project No. 18-04, for a totalcontract amount of $164,000.
Prepared by:
Marilou Ayupan, Public Works Director
Submitted by:
Marilou Ayupan, Public Works Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Attachment 1 -Amendment 1 Attachment
Attachment 2 - 2022 Past BPACMeeting Dates Attachment
Attachment 3 - 2023 Past and Tentative BPACMeeting Dates Attachment Resolution Resolution
Exhibit A -AlaCTCReso 20-013 Exhibit
City Council/RSA Agenda 70 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement
between City of Union City and Winter Consulting Group, LLC
FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT (C5891)
THIS FIRST AMENDMENT (the “First Amendment”) is effective as of this 11th day of July, 2023 by and between THE CITY OF UNION CITY, a municipal corporation, (“City”) and Winter Consulting Group, LLC, ("Consultant"), collectively referred to as the "Parties." W I T N E S S E T H:
WHEREAS, on July 1, 2022, the Parties entered into a Consulting Services Agreement (C5891) (“Agreement”) wherein the Consultant will provide the City with consulting services related to Public Outreach and Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meetings, City Project No. 18- 04, in the amount of $69,000; and
WHEREAS, the Parties desire to amend the Agreement to maintain the scope of services provided by the Consultant and increase the compensation to continue such maintenance; and WHEREAS, the Parties desire to amend the Agreement to extend the term of services to be provided by the Consultant; and
WHEREAS, the City and Consultant desire to enter into this First Amendment.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereto do mutually agree as follows:
1. The “Scope of Services”, as set forth in Exhibit A of the Agreement, is hereby amended to include the language contained in Exhibit A of this First Amendment, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.
2. The “Term of Services,” as set forth in the first sentence of Section 1.1 of the Agreement, is hereby extended to December 31, 2024.
3. The first sentence of Section 2 “COMPENSATION”, of the Agreement is hereby amended to reflect payment based upon a sum increase of Ninety-Five Thousand Dollars ($95,000), as set forth in Exhibit B of this First Amendment. The total compensation under the Agreement including this Amendment shall not exceed a total contract amount of One Hundred Sixty-Four Thousand Dollars ($164,000). The first sentence shall now read:
City hereby agrees to pay Consultant a sum not to exceed One Hundred SixtyFour Thousand Dollars ($164,000), notwithstanding any contrary indications that may be contained in Consultant's proposal, for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement.
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First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement
between City of Union City and Winter Consulting Group, LLC
4. All other provisions of the Agreement, remain unchanged except as modified by this First Amendment.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the City and the Consultant have executed this Amendment effective as of the date hereinabove written.
THE CITY OF UNION CITY WINTER CONSULTING GROUP, LLC
By By
Joan Malloy Corrinne M. Winter
City Manager Principal
Attest:
___________________________
Anna M. Brown
City Clerk
Approved as to Form:
____________________________
Kristopher J. Kokotaylo
City Attorney
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First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement
between City of Union City and Winter Consulting Group, LLC
EXHIBIT A
SCOPE OF SERVICES
Continue to facilitate the public outreach for Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) and the Bicycle & Pedestrian Committee (BPAC) meetings through December 31, 2024.
Continue to perform duties of Project Manager for City of Union City which includes project administration, coordination, meeting attendance and quality assurance review as stated in following:
i. Facilitate QLP and/or BPAC meetings
ii. Manage QLP stakeholder list communications
iii. Manage QLP stakeholder list
iv. Manage QLP stakeholder outreach records, including providing information for quarterly updates to Alameda CTC
v. Coordinate with agency staff to determine appropriate QLP meeting topics vi. Manage BPAC communications
vii. Coordinate with agency staff to set BPAC agendas
viii. Coordinate QLP and BPAC guest speakers
ix. Submit the public BPAC agenda to the City for appropriate posting in advance x. All BPAC documentation and minutes
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First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement
between City of Union City and Winter Consulting Group, LLC
EXHIBIT B
COST PROPOSAL
Total compensation for services is not to exceed $95,000 under this agreement unless specifically approved in advance and in writing by Union City.
Compensation for services identified in the Scope of Services will be billed at the following rates.
Staff Categories Hourly Rate
Principal $258.50
Associate Director $180
Engagement Manager $155
Deputy Engagement Manager,
Office Manager $130
Engagement Coordinator $105
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CITY OF UNION CITY
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMMITEE (BPAC)
2022 BPAC (REMOTE) MEETING DATES AND PROJECTS
Updated December 31, 2022
DATES PROJECT PRESENTATIONS
APRIL 19, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) Union City Blvd Bike Lanes- Design, Schedule and
Funding (TDA) Update
2) Quarry Lakes Parkway Kick Off
MAY 17, 2022
(TUESDAY)
CANCEL
JUNE 21, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) ACE-BART Rail to Rail Connection (SoCoRail Study)
2) Quarry Lakes Parkway Overview
3) Station District Specific Plan
JULY 19, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) SRTS Pedestrian Improvement (Meyer Drive near
Logan and Decoto Road near Emanuele)
2) MTC’s Complete Streets Checklist
3) Other
AUGUST 16, 2022
(TUESDAY)
CANCEL
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) Quary Lakes Parkway Update, Phase 2 (Roadway
Drainage Design Strategy- Old Alameda Creek
Restoration Opportunitie incl. Trails & Parks)
OCTOBER 18, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP)
2) Quarry Lakes Parkway Update, (Complete Streets
Intersections)
NOVEMBER 15, 2022
(TUESDAY)
1) TBD
DECEMBER 21, 2022 CANCEL
*Note: BPAC Meetings are held on 3
rd Tuesdays of the month when needed.
Upcoming Local Projects
1) Decoto Road Rehab
2) Other
Upcoming Regional Projects
1) Salt Pond Restoration Project/Bay Trail
BPAC MEMBERS: Steve Nichols (Chairperson), Madeep Gill (Vice-Chair), Glenn Kirby, Jo Ann Lew, Tim Swenson
Other attendees: Andreas Kadavanich (Bike Fremont), Dave Campbell (Bike East Bay), Other Residents
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CITY OF UNION CITY
BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN ADVISORY COMMMITEE (BPAC)
2023 PAST & TENTATIVE MEETING DATES AND PROJECTS
Updated July 3, 2023
DATES PROJECT PRESENTATIONS
JANUARY 17, 2023 (TUESDAY)
Remote/ZOOM Mtg
1) Quarry Lakes Parkway,Phases 1 & 2 Update
2) Striping and Signing Plan for QLP, Phases 1-4
FEBRUARY 21, 2023 (TUESDAY)
Remote/ZOOM Mtg
1) Review Quarry Lakes Parkway, Phases 1-4
“Complete Street” Build Out Design Comments
2) Quary Lakes Parkway, Phases 3 & 4 Update
MARCH 21, 2023 (TUESDAY) CANCEL
APRIL 18, 2023
(TUESDAY)
Council Chambers
1) Quarry Lakes Parkway, Phases 1-4 “Complete
Streets” Near Term Design Recommendation
June 20, 2023
(TUESDAY)
Council Chambers
1) MTC’s Southern Alameda County Intergrated Rail
(SoCo Rail) Study -Proposed Union City BART
Inter-City Rail Station (for future ACE service)
2) Cyclist Video Evidence (Information Only)
JULY 18, 2023
(TUESDAY)
CANCELED
AUGUST 15, 2023
(TUESDAY)
1) TBD
SEPTEMBER 19, 2023
(TUESDAY)
Council Chambers
1) Introduction New BPAC Members
2) Union City Blvd. Bike Lanes Construction Schedule
3) Quarry Lakes Parkway Update
OCT. 17, 2023 (TUESDAY)
Council Chambers
1) TBD
NOV. 21, 2023 (TUESDAY)
Council Chambers
1) Quarry Lakes Parkway Update
DEC. 21, 2023 (TUESDAY) CANCEL
Upcoming Local Projects: 1) Decoto Road Rehab, Phase II Upcoming Regional Projects 1) Salt Pond Restoration Project/Bay Trail 2023 BPAC MEMBERS: Tim Swenson (Chair), Glenn Kirby (Vice-Chair), Jo Ann Lew, Steve Nichols, and Madeep Gill (pending new 2023 BPAC member) Bike Advocates and Other attendees: Andreas Kadavanich (Bike Fremont), Robert Prinz (Bike East Bay), Liz Ames, BART, Union City and Fremont Residents City Council/RSA Agenda 76 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE FIRST AMENDMENT
TO THE CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH WINTER CONSULTING GROUP, LLC, IN THE AMOUNT OF $95,000, FOR BICYCLE AND PEDESTRIAN
ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING FACILITATION AND PUBLIC OUTREACH FOR THE QUARRY LAKES PARKWAY PROJECT, CITY PROJECT NO. 18-04, FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $164,000
WHEREAS, a transportation corridor (formerly Route 84 and formerly East West Connector) from Mission Boulevard (SR 238) to I-880/Decoto Road Interchange in the cities of Union City and Fremont was planned over 30 years ago and was an identified project in Alameda County’s original 1986 Measure B half-cents sales tax measure; and WHEREAS, for the past three decades this transportation project was managed by Caltrans (Route 84) and various Alameda County transportation agencies (East West Connector), most recently Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC); and WHEREAS, the East West Connector project prepared an approved Environmental Impact Report (EIR) under CEQA (California Environmental Quality Act) in 2009, a draft set of project plans (65% Final Design) in 2011 and lacked the necessary right of way acquisitions, easements, utility agreements, regulatory agency permits, BART permits, and railroad construction permits in the cities of Union City and Fremont; and WHEREAS, on March 22, 2018, the Alameda County Transportation Commission (Alameda CTC) approved the request from the City of Union City to be the project sponsor of the former East West Connector Project to complete the final design of the current 2011 roadway design plans, to prepare a traffic study update, to determine if an update, amendment or addendum is required for the approved 2009 East West Connector EIR, to coordinate with transit agencies (BART, AC Transit, Dumbarton Express & Union City Transit), adjacent cities, pedestrian and bicycle advocate groups to ensure the design meets the needs of those interests, in terms of connectivity, safety and related concerns, to execute project (design review) agreements with BART and Union Pacific for the grade separations at BART, Oakland Subdivision and Niles Subdivision and to update the overall project cost estimate, in the amount of $2.5 million, and then report back to the Commission upon completion of this work; and WHEREAS, on August 14, 2018, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5374-18 which authorized the City Manager to execute the East West Connector Project Funding Agreement (PFA) No. A18-0046, in the amount of $2.5 million, with AlaCTC and became the Project Sponsor, responsible for the design, right of way certification and construction of the project estimated at $320 million, which included Fremont’s Decoto Complete Streets Project; and City Council/RSA Agenda 77 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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WHEREAS, on February 12, 2019, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5444-19, which authorized renaming the I-880 to Mission Boulevard/East West Connector Project to the Quarry Lakes Parkway Project; and
WHEREAS, in the Strategic Plan, the City Council has identified Goal C, Strategy 3:
Facilitate the build-out of the greater Station District Area through the construction of the Quarry Lakes Parkway, upgrades to the BART Station, completion of the pedestrian rail crossing and the sale and development of City-owned land; and
WHEREAS, the Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) Project, a new four-lane multimodal corridor, parallel to Decoto Road between Paseo Padre Parkway in Fremont and Mission Boulevard in Union City, and the Decoto Road Compete Streets Project, the modification of the existing four-lane Decoto Road to a transit priority and multimodal corridor between I-880 and Paseo Padre Parkway in Fremont, which will be implemented by the City of Fremont; and WHEREAS, QLP in Union City consists of Phase 1: 7th Street Connection, Phase 2:
Gateway Connection, Phase 3: 11th Street Connection and Phase 4: Grade Separations and Alvarado-Niles Connection; and
WHEREAS, QLP also includes Phase 5: Paseo Padre and Trail Connection, which is in both the cities of Union City and Fremont; and
WHEREAS, the current cost estimate for the QLP and Decoto Road Complete Streets is approximately $288 million and the cost estimate of QLP Phases 1-4 is approximately $208 million; and
WHEREAS, on November 19, 2020, at the Alameda CTC Commission Meeting, Union City presented an update on the Quarry Lakes Parkway project as a new local four-lane, multimodal corridor with landscaped medians, sidewalks, buffer Class II bike lanes with a separated, generous Class I multi-use trail. Project management also included coordination meetings with bicycle and transit advocates, the City of Fremont, BART, AC Transit and the East Bay Regional Park District. The project task deliverables included the completion of the Traffic Transportation Memorandum identifying a reduction in VMT (Vehicle Miles Traveled), the CEQA determination that no update of the 2009 EIR is required, and completion of a high-level cost estimate for Quarry Lakes Parkway (Phases 1-5) and Fremont’s Decoto Complete Street project using the East West Connector project quantities. The only task not completed was finalizing the East West Connector plans because the outdated 2011 plans did not meet current Complete Streets, Multimodal Corridor Policies, NACTO (National Association of City Traffic Officials) Design Criteria and did not meet the most recent design standards and engineering criteria for roadway design, seismic structures, railroad design and other project elements as outlined in the Quarry Lakes Parkway’s Project Delivery Memorandum, dated July 14, 2020, located on the Quarry Lakes Parkway website; and
WHEREAS, at the same meeting, Alameda CTC adopted Resolution No. 20-013 that included approval for the use of 1986 Measure B, CMA-TIP, and future LATIP (Local Agency Transportation Improvement Program) proceeds from the sale of the former Caltrans Route 84 property in Union City for funding on Quarry Lakes Parkway (former East West Connector), City Council/RSA Agenda 78 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Phases 1-4 projects for approximately $208 million with the QLP - Phase 1: 7th Street Connection at $16.7 million, and QLP - Phase 2: Gateway Connection (on the former Caltrans Property) at $20.3 million, which are fully funded phases, see Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the referenced Alameda CTC Resolution No. 20-013 for Quarry Lakes Parkway includes item (h) that the project sponsor agrees to host quarterly, publicly-noticed design update meetings for the benefit of the public, bicycle, pedestrian and transit advocates, with the project sponsor’s design team and consultant present, to present updates to the public during the design process, and to review feedback and answer questions from the public on the design elements during the design development; and
WHEREAS, on July 1, 2022, the City of Union City entered into a Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $69,000, for assistance with facilitating the public outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) Project, City Project No. 18- 04, and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meetings, including managing QLP stakeholder list communications, coordinating with agency staff to determine appropriate QLP meeting topics, managing BPAC communications, coordinating with agency staff to set BPAC agendas, creating all BPAC documentation and minutes and additional engagement activities around Quarry Lakes Parkway as directed by Union City staff; and WHEREAS, the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement, in the requested amount of $95,000, if approved, will bring the total contract amount to $164,000, and will allow Winter Consulting Group, LLC, to continue to provide assistance with facilitating the public outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway (QLP) Project, City Project No. 18-04, and the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee (BPAC) meetings, including coordinating QLP and BPAC guest speakers, managing QLP stakeholder outreach records and managing QLP stakeholder outreach records, including providing information for quarterly updates to Alameda CTC; and WHEREAS, the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, in the amount of $95,000, will be funded from the Measure B Streets & Roads Fund (Account Number 2542-3199-91804-54110) as identified in the approved Two-Year Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to Fiscal Year 2024-2025 and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 to Fiscal Year 2027-2028.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby authorizes the City Manager to approve the First Amendment to the Consulting Services Agreement with Winter Consulting Group, LLC, in the amount of $95,000, for Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Committee Meeting Facilitation and Public Outreach for the Quarry Lakes Parkway Project, City Project No. 18-04, for a total contract amount of $164,000.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on the 11th day of July 2023, by the following vote:
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: MARILOU AYUPAN, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A REVISED RESOLUTION APPROVING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017, SPECIFYING THE PROJECT LOCATIONS
FOR TWO OF THE LISTED CONSTRUCTION PROJECTS AS REQUIRED BY
THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION
Staff recommends that City Council adopt a revised resolution approving a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, specifying the project locations for two of the listed construction projects as required by the California Transportation Commission.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This is an efficiency and safety improving project and is in alignment with the following:
Goal D, Strategy 2: Environmental Sustainability and Infrastructure – Implement the City’s capital improvement plan.
BACKGROUND
On June 13, 2023, the City Council passed Resolution No. 6140-23 (Attachment 1), approving a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017. The California Transportation Commission notified staff that the resolution did not contain enough information and needed to be corrected. The problem was in the use of the general reference “Citywide” when designating the project location of two of the construction projects, the Annual Citywide Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project, City Project No. 23-01, and the Citywide Streetlight LED Conversion Project, City Project No. 22-16 – CTC requires that both of these construction projects name the specific geographic locations involved.
DISCUSSION
The California Transportation Commission notified staff of the corrections that needed to be made to Resolution City Council/RSA Agenda 84 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
No. 6140-23; namely, that the Project Location field needs to have the term “Citywide” replaced with a list of specific streets and geographic locations to be addressed for both the Annual Citywide Street Pavement Rehabilitation Project, City Project No. 23-01, and the Citywide Streetlight LED Conversion Project, City Project No. 22-16. The corrected project descriptions now read as follows:
Project Title: Annual Citywide Pavement Rehab Project, City Project No. 23-01 Project Description: This annual project will restore the City's surface pavement along its roadway network. Based on Pavement Condition Index (PCI) assessments through the City's latest Pavement Management Plan (PMP), staff will direct a specific number of streets and roadways to be repaired using several different methods that will cover light maintenance, heavy maintenance, light rehab, heavy rehab, and reconstruction.
Project Location: Appian Way, Monaco Avenue, Monte Carlos Avenue, Riviera Drive, Florence Street., Veneto Street., Veneto Avenue, Knight Court, Barrons Way, Coventry Way, Cambridge Way, Deborah Drive – East of Dyer Street, San Pablo Court, San Marco Court, San Pedro Court, Santa Susana Way, San Pablo Way, San Pedro Way, San Carlos Way, Andrew Court, Champlain Way, Olympiad Court, 13th Street, Veneto Street, Red Cedar Court, Torrey Pine Court, Daggett Ave, Red Cedar Ln, Torrey Pine Ln, Royal Ann Dr, Canterbury Court, San Marco Way, San Luces Way, Alice Way, Union City Boulevard, Alvarado-Niles Road, 7th Street, Alvarado Blvd, Dyer Street Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) - Completion (12/24) based on component being funded with RMRA funds.
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
Project Title: Citywide Streetlight LED Conversion Project, City Project No. 22-16 Project Description: This proposes to convert existing High-Pressure Sodium (HPS) streetlight to energy-efficient LED streetlight with the city limits. There are approximately 4,000 streetlights throughout the city and this project willalso evaluate the required illumination level of these existing streetlights.
Project Location: Citywide – By quadrant: northwest, northeast, southwest, southeast.
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) -Completion (12/25) based on component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
FISCAL IMPACT
Failure to make the correction to the resolution may jeopardize approximately $1,731,331 in projected SB 1 revenues for FY 2023-2024 from the LSR Program which will be deposited into the Union City RMRA Account (Fund 2515) to fund the rehabilitation of local streets and roads.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that City Council adopt a revised resolution approving a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, specifying the project locations for two of the listed construction projects as required by the California Transportation Commission.
Prepared by:
Trieu Tran, Civil Engineer III
Submitted by:
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Marilou Ayupan, Public Works Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 6140-23 Attachment
Resolution - SB1 Projects Resolution
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RESOLUTION NO._______
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY ADOPTING A LIST OF PROJECTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 FUNDED BY SB 1: THE ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017
WHEREAS, Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017), was passed by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor in April 2017, to address the significant multi-modal transportation funding shortfalls statewide; and WHEREAS, SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions that will ensure the residents of our City are aware of the projects proposed for funding in our community and which projects have been completed each fiscal year; and
WHEREAS, the City must adopt by resolution a list of project (s) proposed to receive fiscal year funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA), created by SB 1, which must include a description and the location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project’s completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement; and WHEREAS, the City, will receive an estimated $1,731,331 in RMRA funding in Fiscal Year 2023-2024 from SB 1; and
WHEREAS, this is the fourth year in which the City is receiving SB 1 funding and will enable the City to continue essential road maintenance and rehabilitation projects, safety improvements, repairing and replacing aging bridges, and increasing access and mobility options for the traveling public that would not have otherwise been possible without SB 1; and WHEREAS, the City has undergone a public process to ensure public input into our community’s transportation priorities/the project list; and WHEREAS, the City used a Pavement Management System to develop the SB 1 project list to ensure revenues are being used on the most high-priority and cost-effective projects that also meet the community’s priorities for transportation investment; and WHEREAS, the funding from SB 1 will help the City maintain and rehabilitate major arterial roads throughout the City, maintain sidewalks, streetlights and traffic signals in a safe condition, upgrade traffic signals, streetlights and street signs, and implement active transportation infrastructure throughout the City; and
WHEREAS, the 2020 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment found that the City’s streets and roads are in a “good” condition and this revenue will help us increase the overall quality of our road system and over the next decade will bring our streets and roads into “excellent” condition; and
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WHEREAS, the SB 1 project list and overall investment in our local streets and roads infrastructure with a focus on basic maintenance and safety, investing in complete streets infrastructure, and using cutting-edge technology, materials and practices, will have significant positive co-benefits statewide.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, ORDERED AND FOUND by the City Council of the City of Union City, State of California, as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.
2. The following list of newly proposed projects will be funded, in-part, with Fiscal Year 2023- 2024 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) revenues:
Project Title: Decoto Road Rehabilitation, Phase 1 Project, City Project No. 23-24 Project Description: The project will make repairs to the roadway surface along Decoto Rd., implement Class II buffered bike lanes, make improvements to bike and pedestrian safety, and update ADA access where necessary.
Project Location: Decoto Road from Fremont City Limits to Station Way (BART Station) Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) -Completion (11/24) based on component being funded with RMRA funds.
Estimated Project Useful Life: 10 years
Project Title: Alvarado-Niles Road Multimodal Study, City Project No. 23-25 Project Description: Alvarado-Niles Road is a major transportation corridor within Union City used by automobiles, transit, bicycles and pedestrians enroute to jobs, schools and neighborhoods. It is a major transit route serving UC Transit and AC Transit. This corridor has minimum facilities for bikes and pedestrians with existing Class II bike lanes and 5-foot sidewalk. This project will consider how to enhance all modes of transportation along the corridor.
Project Location: Alvarado-Niles Road between I-880 and Decoto Road Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) -Completion (12/25) based on component being funded with RMRA funds.
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
3. The following previously and adopted project may utilize Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account revenues in its delivery. With the relisting of this project in the adopted fiscal year resolution, the City is reaffirming to the public and the State our intent to fund this project with Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account revenues:
Project Title: Annual Citywide Pavement Rehab Project, City Project No. 23-01 Project Description: This annual project will restore the City's surface pavement along its roadway network. Based on Pavement Condition Index (PCI) assessments through the City's latest Pavement Management Plan (PMP), staff will direct a specific number of streets and roadways to be repaired using several different methods that will cover light maintenance, heavy maintenance, light rehab, heavy rehab, and reconstruction.
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Project Location: Appian Way, Monaco Avenue, Monte Carlos Avenue, Riviera Drive, Florence Street., Veneto Street., Veneto Avenue, Knight Court, Barrons Way, Coventry Way, Cambridge Way, Deborah Drive – East of Dyer Street, San Pablo Court, San Marco Court, San Pedro Court, Santa Susana Way, San Pablo Way, San Pedro Way, San Carlos Way, Andrew Court, Champlain Way, Olympiad Court, 13th Street, Veneto Street, Red Cedar Court, Torrey Pine Court, Daggett Ave, Red Cedar Ln, Torrey Pine Ln, Royal Ann Dr, Canterbury Court, San Marco Way, San Luces Way, Alice Way, Union City Boulevard, Alvarado-Niles Road, 7th Street, Alvarado Blvd, Dyer Street Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) -Completion (12/24) based on component being funded with RMRA funds.
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
Project Title: Union City Boulevard Bike Lanes Project, City Project No. 17-29 (includes pavement rehabilitation)
Project Description: The project proposes to widen Union City Blvd. (UCB) to accommodate a buffer Class II in each direction by reconstructing the median island and rehabilitate/overlay the existing pavement before implementing the new bikeway facilities including Complete Streets improvements. . Other improvements include traffic signals, streetlights, signage/striping and landscaped medians. When completed, the UCB will serve as Union City’s segment of the San Francisco Bay Trail
Project Location: UCB between Smith Street and southern City limits (approximately two miles)
Estimated Project Schedule: Start 07/23 and Completion by 07/25 based on component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimate Project Useful Life: 10 Years
Project Title: Street Sweeper Replacement Project # 22-23 Project Description: Replacement existing 12-year old sweeper with modern single engine sweeper that reduces the City’s current carbon foot print. The existing sweeper needs to be replaced because of higher maintenance cost and reliability issues, including challenges in finding replacement parts and passing Opacity inspections.
Project Location: Citywide
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/22) -Completion (11/24) based on manufacturer schedule.
Estimated Project Useful Life: 10 years
Project Title: Quarry Lakes Parkway, City Project No. 18-04 Project Description: Construct a new four-lane multimodal corridor, parallel to Decoto Road from Old Alameda Creek to Mission Blvd with landscape median, buffer bike lanes and separated Class I bikeway/trail. Creates a new access roadway into Union City BART Station and 100-acre TOD site/Station District area. New intersections at Alvarado-Niles Road, 11th Street and 7th Street, realign Quarry Lakes Drive closer to Old Alameda Creek.
Project Location: Southern city limits
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (07/23) -Completion (12/25) based on component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimated Project Useful Life: 15 years
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Project Title: Citywide Streetlight LED Conversion Project, City Project No. 22-16 Project Description: This proposes to convert existing High-Pressure Sodium (HPS) streetlight to energy-efficient LED streetlight with the city limits. There are approximately 4,000 streetlights throughout the city and this project will also evaluate the required illumination level of these existing streetlights.
Project Location: Citywide – By quadrant: northwest, northeast, southwest, southeast.
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/23) -Completion (12/25) based on component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
Project Title: BART Pedestrian At-Grade Crossing, City Project No. 14-14 Project Description: Construct a new pedestrian at-grade (Oakland Sub) crossing to make a new east entrance to Union City BART. Also, improve Decoto Road at-grade crossing and close I Street at-grade (Oakland Sub). Improve other distance at-grade crossings (Coast Sub/Oakland Sub/Niles Sub)
Project Location: east of Union City BART Station
Estimated Project Schedule: Start (10/22) -Completion (12/23) based on component being funded with RMRA funds
Estimated Project Useful Life: 20 years
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City, State of California, this 13th day of June 2023, by the following vote:
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION FORTHE POSITION OF POLICE
CADET
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification of Police Cadet.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
The updates to the Classification and Compensation Plan support Goal B. Governance and Organization Effectiveness of the strategic plan in aligning the provision of criticalcity services with current staffing levels.
BACKGROUND
The Police Cadet classification is an entry-level opportunity that provides incumbents with on-the-job exposure to a career in law enforcement. As part of a review of the Police Cadet job duties and the needs of the City's Police Department, staff recommends minor modifications to the classification specification/job description.
DISCUSSION
The proposed classification specification includes modifications overalland adjusts the requirements needed to be hired with the Union City Police Department. This classification is unrepresented and therefore the City has no meet and confer obligation.
FISCAL IMPACT
There are no impacts to the General Fund.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification/job description of Police Cadet.
Prepared by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Submitted by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
Classification Specification/Job Description -markup Attachment Classification Specification/Job Description Attachment City Council/RSA Agenda 96 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNION CITY AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE CLASS
SPECIFICATION FOR THE CLASSIFICAITON OF POLICE
CADET
WHEREAS, the City has undertaken an inquiry and recommends that the City Council update the class specification for the position of Police Cadet; and WHEREAS, the City Council has identified in the Strategic Plan Goal B, Governance and Organization Effectiveness to align critical city services with current staffing levels by ensuring the duties and qualifications of the Police Cadet position are accurately reflected in the class specification.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby authorizes the updates of the Police Cadet class specification, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, effective July 11, 2023.
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1 POLICE CADET
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Class Code: 60120
Created/Updated: 2/1/20206/27/2023
DEFINITION:
Under supervision, a Police Cadet is a non-sworn, part-time classification that assists police personnel in a variety of operations in order to gain practical knowledge of law enforcement. Qualified candidatesThey will obtain practical work experience that supports their career goals.
The Union City Police Department strives to provide candidates interested in law enforcement and local students with an opportunity to learn various aspects of police work where they can integrate academic philosophies with practical experience. This position will provide candidates on-the-job training and the ability to develop professional networking relationships for future service in government or law enforcement.
Employees in this classification may receive training and experience in each of the below duties.
CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:
The Union City Police Department strives to provide candidatesIncumbents in this position are interested in law enforcement and( local studentsand the Union City Police Department will provide with anthe opportunity to learn various aspects of police work where they can integrate academic philosophies with practical experience. This position will provide candidatesincumbents on-the-job training and the ability to develop professional networking relationships for future service in government or law enforcement.
N/A
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):
Positions assigned to Property and Evidence may be responsible for:
• Accepting and processing property and evidence into the property room; • Releasing evidence to officers and property to rightful owners; • Sending letters to people whose property is ready for release; • Purging evidence;
• Transporting evidence to and from the crime lab and identification bureau; and • Fingerprinting citizens.
Positions assigned to Records may be responsible for:
Formatted: Normal, No bullets or numbering
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2 • Copying, indexing, assembling, filing, distributing, and retrieving various documents files, records, and reports;
• Providing information to individuals at the front counter or over the phone; • Conducting transactions from cash drawer for purchasing reports; • Inputting, tracking, retrieving, accessing, and purging data in various logs, systems, and databases; and
• Conducting research projects and drafting reports and memos.
Positions assigned to Animal Control may be responsible for:
• Transporting animals to the shelter or if injured to the veterinary hospital; • Disposing of deceased animals;
• Quarantining animals that have bitten people and complete associated forms; • Investigating cruelty to animal calls;
• Placing animals under protective custody;
• Drafting animal control citations;
• Appearing and testifying in court when subpoenaed; and • Inspecting animal control vehicles and equipment for damage and inventory prior to use on shift.
Positions assigned to Parking Enforcement and Vehicle Abatement may be responsible for:
• Patrolling an assigned area by vehicle or on foot to ensure public compliance with existing parking ordinances;
• Maintaining communication with dispatch;
• Writing warnings and citations for illegally parked vehicles; • Observing and reporting hazardous conditions such as missing traffic signals, signs, and street markings that need to be repainted;
• Maintaining assigned equipment and supplies such as hand-held citation computers, citation books, rain gear, street cones, flares, etc.; and • Performing traffic control duties such as setting up barricades and temporary signs, directing traffic, and placing inoperative bags on broken parking meters.
Positions assigned to Fleet Maintenance may be responsible for:
• Reviewing and reporting vehicle deficiencies;
• Scheduling repair of vehicles and equipment;
• Transporting vehicles and equipment to repair shop;
• Arranging for tows;
• Entering and maintaining vehicle inventory/status log; • Coordinating service, oil changes, and cleaning of vehicles; • Maintaining supplies such as stocking first aid kits, fingerprint kits and flares, ensuring fire extinguishers are full and appropriately charged, etc.; and • Registering undercover vehicles with DMV.
QUALIFICATIONS:
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3 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age at appointment and and legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law.a U.S. Citizen.
Must successfully pass a background investigation. Prior use of controlled substances may be grounds for disqualification.
Free from any disqualifications for employment, including Must not possess any felony convictions.
Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a Police Cadet.
Must be available to work approximately 16 – 30 hours per week.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge Of:
• The English language including, grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation; • Business math;
• Information retrieval methods;
• Applicable laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and directives; and
• Research methods and writing reports.
Ability To:
• Read, understand, and utilize federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, department manuals, policies, procedures, directives, and general circulation materials applicable to the work assignments; • Follow written and verbal instructions;
• Make change from cash drawer;
• Conduct research;
• Maintain accurate records; file alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically; • Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and employees; • Work weekday, weekend, and evening hours; and
• Physically perform the duties of the job.
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4 LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and have a satisfactory driving record.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases and poor ventilation; underground, confined or restricted work spacesworkspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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1 POLICE CADET
Bargaining Unit: Unrepresented
FLSA Status: Non-exempt
Class Code: 60120
Created/Updated: 6/27/2023
DEFINITION:
Under supervision, a Police Cadet is a non-sworn, part-time classification that assists police personnel in a variety of operations in order to gain practical knowledge of law enforcement. They will obtain practical work experience that supports their career goals.
Employees in this classification may receive training and experience in each of the below duties.
CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:
Incumbents in this position are interested in law enforcement (and the Union City Police Department will provide the opportunity to learn various aspects of police work where they can integrate academic philosophies with practical experience. This position will provide incumbents on-the-job training and the ability to develop professional networking relationships for future service in government or law enforcement.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):
Positions assigned to Records may be responsible for:
• Copying, indexing, assembling, filing, distributing, and retrieving various documents files, records, and reports;
• Providing information to individuals at the front counter or over the phone; • Conducting transactions from cash drawer for purchasing reports; • Inputting, tracking, retrieving, accessing, and purging data in various logs, systems, and databases; and
• Conducting research projects and drafting reports and memos.
Positions assigned to Animal Control may be responsible for:
• Transporting animals to the shelter or if injured to the veterinary hospital; • Disposing of deceased animals;
• Quarantining animals that have bitten people and complete associated forms; • Investigating cruelty to animal calls;
• Placing animals under protective custody;
• Drafting animal control citations;
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2 • Appearing and testifying in court when subpoenaed; and • Inspecting animal control vehicles and equipment for damage and inventory prior to use on shift.
Positions assigned to Parking Enforcement and Vehicle Abatement may be responsible for:
• Patrolling an assigned area by vehicle or on foot to ensure public compliance with existing parking ordinances;
• Maintaining communication with dispatch;
• Writing warnings and citations for illegally parked vehicles; • Observing and reporting hazardous conditions such as missing traffic signals, signs, and street markings that need to be repainted;
• Maintaining assigned equipment and supplies such as hand-held citation computers, citation books, rain gear, street cones, flares, etc.; and • Performing traffic control duties such as setting up barricades and temporary signs, directing traffic, and placing inoperative bags on broken parking meters.
Positions assigned to Fleet Maintenance may be responsible for:
• Reviewing and reporting vehicle deficiencies;
• Scheduling repair of vehicles and equipment;
• Transporting vehicles and equipment to repair shop;
• Arranging for tows;
• Entering and maintaining vehicle inventory/status log; • Coordinating service, oil changes, and cleaning of vehicles; • Maintaining supplies such as stocking first aid kits, fingerprint kits and flares, ensuring fire extinguishers are full and appropriately charged, etc.; and • Registering undercover vehicles with DMV.
QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent.
Must be at least 18 years of age at appointment and legally authorized to work in the United States by federal law.
Must successfully pass a background investigation. Prior use of controlled substances may be grounds for disqualification.
Free from any disqualifications for employment, including felony convictions.
Fingerprinted for purposes of search of local, state, and national fingerprint files to disclose any criminal record.
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3 Found to be free from any physical, emotional, or mental condition, including bias against race or ethnicity, gender, nationality, religion, disability, or sexual orientation which might adversely affect the exercise of the powers of a Police Cadet.
Must be available to work approximately 16 – 30 hours per week.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge Of:
• The English language including grammar, spelling, vocabulary, and punctuation; • Business math;
• Information retrieval methods;
• Applicable laws, ordinances, policies, procedures, rules, regulations, and directives; and
• Research methods and writing reports.
Ability To:
• Read, understand, and utilize federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, codes, rules, regulations, department manuals, policies, procedures, directives, and general circulation materials applicable to the work assignments; • Follow written and verbal instructions;
• Make change from cash drawer;
• Conduct research;
• Maintain accurate records; file alphabetically, chronologically, and numerically; • Deal tactfully and effectively with the public and employees; • Work weekday, weekend, and evening hours; and
• Physically perform the duties of the job.
LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s License and have a satisfactory driving record.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Positions in this class typically require sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Heavy Work: Exerting up to 100 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 50 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 20 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
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4 Incumbents generally work outside of a typical office environment and may be exposed to extreme temperatures, loud noise, fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases and poor ventilation; underground, confined or restricted workspaces; and heights more than five stories above ground level.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITION OF PUBLIC
WORKS INSPECTOR
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification of Public Works Inspector.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
The updates to the Classification and Compensation Plan support Goal B. Governance and Organization Effectiveness of the strategic plan in aligning the provision of criticalcity services with current staffing levels.
BACKGROUND
As part of a review of the Public Works Inspector job duties and the needs of the City's Public Works Department relative to the inspection of contract construction work, staff recommends minor modifications to the classification specification/job description.
DISCUSSION
The proposed classification specification includes slight modifications overalland reduces the years of experience and the level of education needed to apply for the position with the goal of increasing the candidate pool during the next recruitment. The City has met and conferred with the SEIU Local 1021 regarding the proposed revisions to the class specification. No change to the current salary range is recommended at this time. The Public Works Department worked with the Human Resources Department to ensure the class specification is updated prior to future recruitments.
FISCAL IMPACT
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There are no impacts to the General Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification/job description of Public Works Inspector.
Prepared by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Submitted by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
Classification Specification/Job Description -markup Attachment Classification Specification/Job Description Attachment City Council/RSA Agenda 107 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNION CITY AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE CLASS
SPECIFICATION FOR THE CLASSIFICAITON OF PUBLIC
WORKS INSPECTOR
WHEREAS, the City has undertaken an inquiry and recommends that the City Council update the class specification for the position of Public Works Inspector; and WHEREAS, the City Council has identified in the Strategic Plan Goal B, Governance and Organization Effectiveness to align critical city services with current staffing levels by ensuring the duties and qualifications of the Public Works Inspector position are accurately reflected in the class specification.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby authorizes the updates of the Public Works Inspector class specification, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, effective July 11, 2023.
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1 PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1021
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 50291
Created/Updated:
9/15/20046/27/2023
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision of the City Engineer, incumbents in this classification perform fully skilled inspection of contract construction work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and codes on a wide variety of public works projects; perform related work as required.
CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:
Positions in this class perform the inspections requiring the use of independent judgement and initiative. The Public Works Inspector classification is distinguished from the Senior Public Works Inspector class as the former receives general direction from the Supervising Construction Inspector and assigned engineering staff and has no supervisory responsibilities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):
• Inspect varied public works projects including streets, curbs and gutters, bridges, sidewalks, underground utilities, structures, landscaping and park facilities, traffic controls, and other projects for conformance to plans, specifications, OSHA standards, codes, workmanship, and quality and quantity of materials involved.
• Review and interpret plans, specifications, and drawings noting errors and omissions; make “as-built” notations.
• Make field tests of materials or take samples of materials for laboratory testingRequests and interprets results of soils, materials, and operational tests, including compaction test reports.
• Confer with contractor’s or developer’s representatives or with staff from other agencies or utilities regarding work in progress; may approve deviations from specifications within established guidelines or stop work in progress if specifications are not met.
• Maintain records of work performed and contract progress, and confirm periodic progress payment to contractors.
• Perform a variety of related work including investigating citizen complaints and permit applications, obtaining informal bids for minor projects, and entering data into an automated record-keeping system.
• Perform other related work as required.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Commented [JG1]: Replace this bullet with "Requests and interprets results of soils, materials, and operational tests, including compaction test reports." We don’t test in-house, we hire companies to do so.
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2 EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Completion of two years of college with major course work in a civil engineering or closely related technologyHigh School or an equivalent.
Four Two (2) years of experience in a lead role with two of those years in public works construction projects or construction inspection which involves reviewing plans, contracts, and resolving public works or construction issues independently experience of a type found in a city or related setting.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge Of:
• Basic and advanced construction.
• Techniques and materials, including materials sampling and testing techniques. • Surveying principles and practices.
• CAL OSHA requirements.
• Basic engineering mathematics.
• Methods, materials and construction procedures found in typical municipal construction projects.
Ability To:
• Determine quality, workmanship and conformance with plans and specifications through inspection and testing techniques.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, codes, survey notes, test reports and job drawings.
• Make accurate and complete notes, computations and records of work performed.
• Take samples and perform accurate field tests.
• Use independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, staff from other agencies and utilities, and others contacted in the course of the work, even if relations might be strained. • Follow oral and written directions.
• Instruct less experienced inspection staff.
• Independently, successfully inspect any type of public works project found in a municipal setting.
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3 LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
During the course of performing the functions of this position, the employee may encounter the following conditions:
Working indoors, working outdoors, temperature changes, ladder use, moving machinery, dust, fumes/smoke/gasses, chemicals, noise, electrical energy, computer monitor use, solvents, greases, oil, vibration, open flames, explosives, traffic hazard, work hazard, biohazards, confined spaces, working alone or with other individuals Must be able to stand, walk and climb for sustained periods of time. Must be willing to work out of doors in inclement weather conditions.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary. =
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1 PUBLIC WORKS INSPECTOR
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1021
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 50291
Updated: 6/27/2023
DEFINITION:
Under general supervision of the City Engineer, incumbents in this classification perform fully skilled inspection of contract construction work to ensure compliance with plans, specifications, and codes on a wide variety of public works projects.
CLASS CHARACTERISITICS:
Positions in this class perform the inspections requiring the use of independent judgement and initiative. The Public Works Inspector classification is distinguished from the Senior Public Works Inspector class as the former receives general direction from the Supervising Construction Inspector and assigned engineering staff and has no supervisory responsibilities.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES (illustrative only):
• Inspect varied public works projects including streets, curbs and gutters, bridges, sidewalks, underground utilities, structures, landscaping and park facilities, traffic controls, and other projects for conformance to plans, specifications, OSHA standards, codes, workmanship, and quality and quantity of materials involved.
• Review and interpret plans, specifications, and drawings noting errors and omissions; make “as-built” notations.
• Requests and interprets results of soils, materials, and operational tests, including compaction test reports. Confer with contractor’s or developer’s representatives or with staff from other agencies or utilities regarding work in progress; may approve deviations from specifications within established guidelines or stop work in progress if specifications are not met. • Maintain records of work performed and contract progress, and confirm periodic progress payment to contractors.
• Perform a variety of related work including investigating citizen complaints and permit applications, obtaining informal bids for minor projects, and entering data into an automated record-keeping system.
• Perform other related work as required.
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2 QUALIFICATIONS:
EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE:
Any combination of education, training, and experience that would likely provide the required knowledge, skills, and abilities is qualifying. A typical way to obtain the knowledge, skills and abilities would be:
Completion of High School or an equivalent.
Two (2) years of experience in a lead role in public works construction projects or construction inspection which involves reviewing plans, contracts, and resolving public works or construction issues independently.
KNOWLEDGE AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge Of:
• Basic and advanced construction.
• Techniques and materials, including materials sampling and testing techniques. • Surveying principles and practices.
• CAL OSHA requirements.
• Basic engineering mathematics.
• Methods, materials and construction procedures found in typical municipal construction projects.
Ability To:
• Determine quality, workmanship and conformance with plans and specifications through inspection and testing techniques.
• Read and interpret plans, specifications, codes, survey notes, test reports and job drawings.
• Make accurate and complete notes, computations and records of work performed.
• Take samples and perform accurate field tests.
• Use independent judgment and initiative within established guidelines. • Develop and maintain effective working relationships with contractors, developers, staff from other agencies and utilities, and others contacted in the course of the work, even if relations might be strained. • Follow oral and written directions.
• Instruct less experienced inspection staff.
• Independently inspect any type of public works project found in a municipal setting.
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3 LICENSE AND CERTIFICATIONS:
Possession of a valid California Driver’s license and have a satisfactory driving record.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS:
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
During the course of performing the functions of this position, the employee may encounter the following conditions:
Working indoors, working outdoors, temperature changes, ladder use, moving machinery, dust, fumes/smoke/gasses, chemicals, noise, electrical energy, computer monitor use, solvents, greases, oil, vibration, open flames, explosives, traffic hazard, work hazard, biohazards, confined spaces, working alone or with other individuals.
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AMENDMENT TO THE CITY’S
CLASSIFICATION AND COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE
CLASSIFICATION SPECIFICATION FOR THE POSITION OF VEHICLE HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC.
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification of Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
The updates to the Classification and Compensation Plan support Goal B. Governance and Organization Effectiveness of the strategic plan in aligning the provision of criticalcity services with current staffing levels.
BACKGROUND
As part of a review of the Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic job duties and the needs of the City's Public Works Department relative to finding qualified candidates to conduct a successful recruitment, staff recommends minor modifications to the classification specification/job description.
DISCUSSION
The proposed classification specification includes slight modifications overalland adjusts the Class A license requirement to allow a six-month timeframe to obtain the license. The goal is to increase the candidate pool during the next recruitment. The City has met and conferred with the SEIU Local 1021 regarding the proposed revisions to the class specification. No change to the current salary range is recommended at this time. The Public Works Department worked with the Human Resources Department to ensure the class specification is updated prior to future recruitments.
FISCAL IMPACT
There are no impacts to the General Fund.
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RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Counciladopt the attached resolution to approve an amendment to the City’s Classification and Compensation Plan to update the class specification/job description of Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic.
Prepared by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
Submitted by:
LISAACHEN, INTERIM HUMAN RESOURCES DIRECTOR
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
Classification Specification/Job Description -markup Attachment Classification Specification/Job Description Attachment Desk Item Attachment
City Council/RSA Agenda 116 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
UNION CITY AMENDING THE CLASSIFICATION AND
COMPENSATION PLAN TO UPDATE THE CLASS
SPECIFICATION FOR THE CLASSIFICAITON OF
VEHICLE HEAVY EQUIPMENT MECHANIC
WHEREAS, the City has undertaken an inquiry and recommends that the City Council update the class specification for the position of Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has identified in the Strategic Plan Goal B, Governance and Organization Effectiveness to align critical city services with current staffing levels by ensuring the license requirement modification is updated in the Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic class specification.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Union City hereby authorizes the updates of the Vehicle Heavy Equipment Mechanic class specification, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, effective July 11, 2023.
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1 Vehicle/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1021
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 50321
Revised: 7/11/2023
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, the Vehicle/Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of preventative and periodic maintenance on City owned vehicles and equipment.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level position where the incumbent is expected to provide customer service to City departments operating vehicles and equipment. Incumbent must be able to work independently and/or as a member of a team on various projects as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
Performs full range of preventative and periodic maintenance and repair, modification and installation services to City fleet;
Completes service orders on assigned vehicles and equipment by performing preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric automobiles, light and medium duty trucks and related equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paints prayer trucks and pressure washer trailers;
Operates a wide variety of automotive related tools and equipment, such as:
electronic engine analyzer and other diagnostic equipment, automotive electrical testing and charging devices; grinding, cutting and welding apparatus; metal fabricating tools; alternative fuel vehicle tools and testers; taps and dies; presses and pullers; air conditioning equipment; and other shop related tools; Welds and fabricates as needed for repair or construction; repairs and maintains hydraulic systems; diagnoses and repairs electrical systems; Repairs light and heavy-duty brake systems; maintains emission control systems; repairs and installs tires; maintains shop and facility equipment; Performs transfers of special gear from old to new units, usually requiring modification to fit properly;
Submits daily work orders and logs, keeps records; enters work order information and makes reports as required. Monitors fuel deliveries, cleans shop and shop tools; orders and stores parts needed for inventory.
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2 Performs preventative and periodic maintenance and repair of the Compressed Natural Gas, gasoline and diesel fueling stations, fuel and service emergency generators.
Obtains and maintains professional certifications when needed. Performs daily work tasks in a safe manner according to current professionally accepted safety practices.
Participates in City safety and environmental committees, as assigned; Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A sufficient combination of work experience, training and/or education which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills and abilities such as:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2) years of experience as a vehicle/heavy duty mechanic.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid commercial Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a Class A Driver's License within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge Of:
Principles and operation of internal combustion gasoline, diesel, CNG, and alternative fuel engines and hybrid powertrains;
Maintenance, repair, and overhaul requirements of light and medium duty trucks, automobiles, small construction equipment and other equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts;
The uses of oils, greases and lubricating devices;
The methods used to tune-up automotive vehicles;
The use of testing equipment such as an electronic engine analyzer, voltmeter, exhaust emission analyzer, and oscilloscope
Maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, air systems, cooling systems, automatic and standard transmissions and clutches;
Automotive electronic principles and operations including schematic concepts; Preventative maintenance inspection methods;
Garage safety procedures;
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3 The method of operation and use of a variety of automotive vehicles and equipment, including gas and electric welding equipment; The assembly and operation of auxiliary equipment typically found in vehicles, trucks and construction equipment;
The vehicle code pertaining to lighting systems, emission control systems, and brake systems;
The methods used in metal fabrication; safe work practices and use of required safety equipment.
Ability To:
Diagnose defects in and perform repairs on a wide variety of automotive and construction equipment; ability to weld and fabricate;
Operate motor vehicles and motorized equipment;
Use and care for related tools and equipment;
Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
Prepare job reports;
Operate and use a computer;
Work effectively as part of a group or team;
Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, vendors and fellow employees; Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers; Effectively communicate with others in all settings.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents generally work in an enclosed workspace with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure to fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, poor ventilation, underground/confined/restricted working environment and exposure to loud noise.
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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1 Vehicle/Heavy Equipment Mechanic
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1021
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 50321
Revised: 7/11/2023
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, the Vehicle/Heavy Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of preventative and periodic maintenance on City owned vehicles and equipment.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level position where the incumbent is expected to provide customer service to City departments operating vehicles and equipment. Incumbent must be able to work independently and/or as a member of a team on various projects as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
• Performs full range of preventative and periodic maintenance and repair, modification and installation services to City fleet;
• Completes service orders on assigned vehicles and equipment by performing preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric automobiles, light and medium duty trucks and related equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paints prayer trucks and pressure washer trailers;
• Operates a wide variety of automotive related tools and equipment, such as:
electronic engine analyzer and other diagnostic equipment, automotive electrical testing and charging devices; grinding, cutting and welding apparatus; metal fabricating tools; alternative fuel vehicle tools and testers; taps and dies; presses and pullers; air conditioning equipment; and other shop related tools; • Welds and fabricates as needed for repair or construction; repairs and maintains hydraulic systems; diagnoses and repairs electrical systems; • Repairs light and heavy-duty brake systems; maintains emission control systems; repairs and installs tires; maintains shop and facility equipment; • Performs transfers of special gear from old to new units, usually requiring modification to fit properly;
• Submits daily work orders and logs, keeps records; enters work order information and makes reports as required. Monitors fuel deliveries, cleans shop and shop tools; orders and stores parts needed for inventory.
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2 • Performs preventative and periodic maintenance and repair of the Compressed Natural Gas, gasoline and diesel fueling stations, fuel and service emergency generators.
• Obtains and maintains professional certifications when needed. • Performs daily work tasks in a safe manner according to current professionally accepted safety practices.
• Participates in City safety and environmental committees, as assigned; • Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A sufficient combination of work experience, training and/or education which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills and abilities such as:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2) years of experience as a vehicle/heavy duty mechanic.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid commercial Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a Class A Driver's License within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge Of:
• Principles and operation of internal combustion gasoline, diesel, CNG, and alternative fuel engines and hybrid powertrains;
• Maintenance, repair, and overhaul requirements of light and medium duty trucks, automobiles, small construction equipment and other equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts;
• The uses of oils, greases and lubricating devices;
• The methods used to tune-up automotive vehicles;
• The use of testing equipment such as an electronic engine analyzer, voltmeter, exhaust emission analyzer, and oscilloscope
• Maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, air systems, cooling systems, automatic and standard transmissions and clutches;
• Automotive electronic principles and operations including schematic concepts; • Preventative maintenance inspection methods;
• Garage safety procedures;
• The method of operation and use of a variety of automotive vehicles and equipment, including gas and electric welding equipment; City Council/RSA Agenda 122 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
3 • The assembly and operation of auxiliary equipment typically found in vehicles, trucks and construction equipment;
• The vehicle code pertaining to lighting systems, emission control systems, and brake systems;
• The methods used in metal fabrication; safe work practices and use of required safety equipment.
Ability To:
• Diagnose defects in and perform repairs on a wide variety of automotive and construction equipment; ability to weld and fabricate;
• Operate motor vehicles and motorized equipment;
• Use and care for related tools and equipment;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Prepare job reports;
• Operate and use a computer;
• Work effectively as part of a group or team;
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, vendors and fellow employees; • Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers; • Effectively communicate with others in all settings.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents generally work in an enclosed workspace with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure to fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, poor ventilation, underground/confined/restricted working environment and exposure to loud noise.
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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1 Vehicle./ Heavy Equipment. Mechanic.Heavy
Equipment Mechanic I - Fleet
Bargaining Unit: SEIU Local 1021
FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
Class Code: 50321
Revised: 9/6/20227/11/2023
DEFINITION
Under the supervision of the Fleet Supervisor, the Vehicle/Heavy Duty Equipment Mechanic performs a wide variety of preventative and periodic maintenance on City owned vehicles and equipment.
CLASS CHARACTERISTICS
This is a journey-level position where the incumbent is expected to provide customer service to City departments operating vehicles and equipment. Incumbent must be able to work independently and/or as a member of a team on various projects as assigned.
EXAMPLES OF DUTIES
• Performs full range of preventative and periodic maintenance and repair, modification and installation services to City fleet;
• Completes service orders on assigned vehicles and equipment by performing preventative maintenance, repair and overhaul of gasoline, diesel, alternative fuel, hybrid and electric automobiles, light and medium duty trucks and related equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, small construction equipment, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts, landscape trucks, paints prayer trucks and pressure washer trailers;
• Operates a wide variety of automotive related tools and equipment, such as:
electronic engine analyzer and other diagnostic equipment, automotive electrical testing and charging devices; grinding, cutting and welding apparatus; metal fabricating tools; alternative fuel vehicle tools and testers; taps and dies; presses and pullers; air conditioning equipment; and other shop related tools; • Welds and fabricates as needed for repair or construction; repairs and maintains hydraulic systems; diagnoses and repairs electrical systems; • Repairs light and heavy-duty brake systems; maintains emission control systems; repairs and installs tires; maintains shop and facility equipment; • Performs transfers of special gear from old to new units, usually requiring modification to fit properly;
• Submits daily work orders and logs, keeps records; enters work order information and makes reports as required. Monitors fuel deliveries, cleans shop and shop tools; orders and stores parts needed for inventory.
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2 • Performs preventative and periodic maintenance and repair of the Compressed Natural Gas, gasoline and diesel fueling stations, fuel and service emergency generators.
• Obtains and maintains professional certifications when needed. • Performs daily work tasks in a safe manner according to current professionally accepted safety practices.
• Participates in City safety and environmental committees, as assigned; • Perform other duties as required
QUALIFICATIONS
Education and Experience:
A sufficient combination of work experience, training and/or education which demonstrates possession of and competency in requisite knowledge, skills and abilities such as:
High school diploma, GED, or equivalent and two (2) years of experience as a vehicle/heavy duty mechanic.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid commercial Class C Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record.
Possession of a Class A Driver's License within 6 months of employment.
Knowledge Of:
• Principles and operation of internal combustion gasoline, diesel, CNG, and alternative fuel engines and hybrid powertrains;
• Maintenance, repair, and overhaul requirements of light and medium duty trucks, automobiles, small construction equipment and other equipment that includes but is not limited to emergency generators, bituminous machine, trailers, arrow board trailers, message board trailers, landscape trucks, paint sprayer trucks, gas, diesel, and electric driven carts;
• The uses of oils, greases and lubricating devices;
• The methods used to tune-up automotive vehicles;
• The use of testing equipment such as an electronic engine analyzer, voltmeter, exhaust emission analyzer, and oscilloscope
• Maintenance and repair of hydraulic systems, air systems, cooling systems, automatic and standard transmissions and clutches;
• Automotive electronic principles and operations including schematic concepts; • Preventative maintenance inspection methods;
• Garage safety procedures;
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3 • The method of operation and use of a variety of automotive vehicles and equipment, including gas and electric welding equipment; • The assembly and operation of auxiliary equipment typically found in vehicles, trucks and construction equipment;
• The vehicle code pertaining to lighting systems, emission control systems, and brake systems;
• The methods used in metal fabrication; safe work practices and use of required safety equipment.
Ability To:
• Diagnose defects in and perform repairs on a wide variety of automotive and construction equipment; ability to weld and fabricate;
• Operate motor vehicles and motorized equipment;
• Use and care for related tools and equipment;
• Understand and follow oral and written instructions;
• Prepare job reports;
• Operate and use a computer;
• Work effectively as part of a group or team;
• Deal tactfully and effectively with the public, vendors and fellow employees; • Providing excellent customer service to internal and external customers; • Effectively communicate with others in all settings.
Licenses and Certificates:
Possession of a valid commercial Class CA Driver’s License with a satisfactory driving record. Ability to obtain a Class A Driver's License within 6 months of employment.
WORKING CONDITIONS, ADA AND OTHER REQUIREMENTS
Positions in this class typically require: sitting, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, fingering, grasping, talking, hearing, seeing, and repetitive motions.
Medium Work: Exerting 20 to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10 to 25 pounds of force frequently, and/or greater than negligible up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects.
Incumbents generally work in an enclosed work space with adequate light and temperature. There may be occasional exposure to fumes, noxious odors, dust, mist, gases, poor ventilation, underground/confined/restricted working environment and exposure to loud noise.
The City of Union City is an equal opportunity employer. The City of Union City will comply with its obligations under the law to provide equal employment opportunities to qualified individuals with disabilities.
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4 Travel: Positions in this class may require local and statewide travel as necessary.
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JOAN MALLOY, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: ADOPT A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH TEAMCIVX TO ASSIST THE CITY IN
COMMUNITY SURVEYING AND COMMUNICATIONS FOR A TOTAL
CONTRACT COST NOT TO EXCEED $106,075; AND AUTHORIZE
ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR COMMUNICATIONS COLLATERAL,
INCLUDING UP TO THREE MAILERS AT $18,250 PER MAILING, AND A DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS BUDGET OF $10,000 THAT WILL ALSO BE COORDINATED THROUGH TEAMCIVX.
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with TeamCivX to prepare and conduct a community survey and provide related consulting services for a total professional services contract cost of a not-to-exceed amount of $106,075 through March 31, 2024; and authorize additional funds for communications collateral, including up to three mailers at $18,250 per mailing which covers design, printing, mailing data, delivery and postage, and a digital communications budget of $10,000 that willalso be coordinated through TeamCivX.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
Goal A. Financial Stability and Sustainability, states, “Foster fiscal health through long-term planning, cost control, heightened efficiency, increased revenue and cost recovery.” GoalA, Strategy 1 states, “Develop a comprehensive fiscal sustainability model to address the General Fund’s long-term structural deficit.”
Goal C, Economic, Community Development and Public Safety, states, “Institute forward-thinking business, land use development, housing, social services, and public safety strategies that promote community growth and innovation.”
Goal C, Strategy 13 states that the City should, “Align public safety services with community needs based on a data driven decision-making approach (i.e., emergency medical services, restoration of terminated police City Council/RSA Agenda 128 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
programs, etc.).”
BACKGROUND
At the June 13, 2023, study session and public hearing for the FY 2023-2024 and FY 2024-2025 Biennial Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and review of the long-range financial forecast, several City Councilmembers expressed an interest in exploring possible voter-approved revenue measures to address anticipated future gaps in funding City services, in particular public safety services. While the City currently maintains a healthy General Fund reserve, the rising costs of supplies, equipment, contracts, and employee salaries and retirement obligations, are projected to lower the General Fund by 2028 to the minimum reserve fund balance of twenty percent of its annual operating expenditures, which is equivalent to approximately ten weeks of operations. The City Council has prudently adopted Financial Principles to maintain a minimum of twenty percent in its General Fund reserve. In additions, the City Council has adopted fiscal stability and sustainability as its primary goal in the Strategic Plan.
To further the discussion on fiscal stability and sustainability, staff recommends additional analysis through conducting a community survey in consultation with a communications consultant. Based on the survey results and recommendations, the Council could consider proceeding with a community education and outreach program and placing a revenue measure or measures on one of the 2024 election ballots for voter consideration.
DISCUSSION
Staff recommends that the City engage TeamCivX, a communications consulting firm led by Charles Heath.
As part of the scope of services, TeamCivX has partnered with Godbe Research, a public opinion research agency led by Bryan Godbe. See Exhibit A for a scope of services. Mr. Heath and Mr. Godbe have worked with the City on the preparation and analysis of voter-approved ballot measures in 2020 (the Utility Users’ Tax) and in 2022 (the extension of the One-Half Cent Sales Tax).
The consultants would work with staff and an Ad Hoc Subcommittee to prepare a community survey, explore possible revenue measures that would support public safety services, and evaluate the timing of any proposed ballot measure. There are two opportunities for possible placement on the ballot: the primary election on March 5, 2024 and the generalelection on November 5, 2024.
This work should begin immediately as time is short for the City Council to consider placement on the March 5, 2024 primary election ballot. The survey must be completed, and results analyzed for the Council to make a determination. Further, the City Attorney would need to prepare a resolution to place any proposed measure or measures on the ballot for the City Council’s consideration by November 28, 2023 in order for the City Clerk to notify the Alameda County Registrar of Voters by the December 8, 2023 deadline. There is ample time to prepare for the November 5, 2024 generalelection ballot.
After the City Council provides direction regarding the type of measure or measures that may be placed on the ballot, staff would begin to provide outreach and education to the community as time permits. Depending on the direction provided by the Council, staff would brief the Council on a calendar for outreach and education.
FISCAL IMPACT
TeamCivX's monthly consulting fee is $7,500. Staff proposes initially engaging TeamCivX for nine months, City Council/RSA Agenda 129 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
through March 31, 2024, for an amount of $67,500. The fee for the survey would be a maximum of $38,575.
Together, the professional services agreement would be a not-to-exceed $106,075. Funds for the professional services agreement were included in the FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Biennial Budget in account number 1110-1201-11041-54110 (General Fund – City Manager’s Office – Community Relations – Professional/Consulting), which includes adequate funds to cover the professional service agreement for TeamCivX.
There may be additional costs independent of the professional services agreement to assist in the preparation of the mailers and digital communication. Each mailer is budgeted at $18,250; digital communication is budgeted at $10,000. Account numbers 1110-1201-11041-54214 (Printing & Reproduction), 1110-1201-11041- 54210 (Postage & Freight), and 1110-1201-11041-54110 (Professional/Consulting) include adequate funds to cover the cost of the mailers and digital communications, which may be coordinated through TeamCivX.
These costs will only be incurred if the City proceeds with a communications plan.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to enter into a contract with TeamCivX to prepare and conduct a community survey and provide related consulting services for a total professional services contract cost of a not-to-exceed amount of $106,075 through March 31, 2024; and authorize additional funds for communications collateral, including up to three mailers at $18,250 per mailing which covers design, printing, mailing data, delivery and postage, and a digital communications budget of $10,000 that willalso be coordinated through TeamCivX.
Prepared by:
Joan Malloy, City Manager
Submitted by:
Joan Malloy, City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution - TeamCivXProfessional Services Agreement Resolution Exhibit A - Scope of Services Exhibit
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT WITH
TEAMCIVX TO ASSIST THE CITY IN COMMUNITY SURVEYING AND
COMMUNICATIONS FOR A TOTAL CONTRACT COST NOT-TO-EXCEED $106,075;
AND AUTHORIZE ADDITIONAL FUNDS FOR COMMUNICATIONS COLLATERAL, INCLUDING UP TO THREE MAILERS AT $18,250 PER MAILING, AND A DIGITAL COMMUNICATIONS BUDGET OF $10,000 THAT WILL ALSO BE
COORDINATED/PROVIDED THROUGH TEAMCIVX
WHEREAS, the City Council adopted a five-year strategic plan in September 2019, updated in 2021, that established as Goal A, Financial Stability and Sustainability, and included a policy to “foster fiscal health through long-term planning, cost control, heightened efficiency, increased revenue and cost recovery;” and
WHEREAS, Goal A, Strategy 1, states: “Develop a comprehensive fiscal sustainability model to address the General Fund’s long-term structural deficit;” and WHEREAS, Goal C of the Strategic Plan states that the City should: “Institute forwardthinking business, land use development, housing, social services, and public safety strategies that promote community growth and innovation;” and
WHEREAS, the Strategic Plan Goal C, Strategy 13, states the City should: “Align public safety services with community needs based on a data driven decision-making approach (i.e., emergency medical services, restoration of terminated police programs, etc.);” and WHEREAS, the City has taken several steps to improve its fiscal health over the past four years, including legalizing and taxing cannabis sales and reducing contract costs with the Alameda County Fire Department; and
WHEREAS, a majority of Union City voters passed the utility users’ tax (UUT) in 2020 after the extension of the public safety parcel tax failed to receive two-thirds voter support; and WHEREAS, a majority of Union City voters extended the existing one-half cent sales tax in 2022; and
WHEREAS, Union City has relied upon voter approved measures to provide fundamental services in the community, including, but not limited to, public safety, street and park maintenance, senior services, and youth violence prevention programs; and City Council/RSA Agenda 131 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
WHEREAS, rising costs of supplies, equipment, contracts, and employee salaries and retirement obligations, are projected to lower the General Fund by 2028 to the minimum reserve fund balance of twenty percent of its annual operating expenditures; and WHEREAS, the City Council has prudently adopted Financial Principles to maintain a minimum of twenty percent in its General Fund reserve; and WHEREAS, the loss of General Fund revenues threatens funding that supports ongoing public safety services for the community; and
WHEREAS, maintaining public safety is a priority of the City Council; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to engage a consultant and research agency to assist the City with evaluating and analyzing community support for a potential revenue measure through a formal survey, and to assist in the preparation of a recommendation to the City Council to consider potential community education and outreach and potential placement of a revenue measure or measures on the 2024 election ballots for voter consideration, and WHEREAS, TeamCivX has prepared a comprehensive proposal that includes community surveying by Godbe Research, and an analysis and feasibility assessment for potential recommendation to the City Council (attached as Exhibit A); and WHEREAS, funds for this Professional Services Agreement were included in the FY 2023-2024 and 2024-2025 Biennial Budget in account number 1110-1201-11041-54110 (General Fund – City Manager’s Office - Community Relations - Professional/Consulting) which includes adequate funds to cover the professional services agreement for TeamCivX, and additional services to prepare the mailers and digital communications; and account number 1110-1201- 11041-54214 (Printing & Reproduction) and account number 1110-1201-11041-54210 (Postage & Freight) include adequate funds to cover the cost of the mailers, which are also coordinated/provided by TeamCivX.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council authorizes the City Manager to enter into a contract with TeamCivX, in a form approved by the City Attorney, to assist the City in community surveying and communications for a total contract cost not-to-exceed $106,075 through March 31, 2024; and authorize additional funds for communications collateral, including up to three mailers at $18,250 per mailing, and a digital communications budget of $10,000; and
BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to take all actions consistent with the intent of this resolution and execute all agreement necessary, in a form approved by the City Attorney.
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June 26, 2023
Joan Malloy
City Manager
City of Union City
34009 Alvarado-Niles Road
Union City, CA 94587
Dear Ms. Malloy:
On behalf of TeamCivX, we appreciate the opportunity to submit this proposal to help the City of Union City evaluate a potential revenue measure for the 2024 ballot. We are proud of our contributions to the successful tax measures for Union City in 2020 and 2022. We are eager to continue our successful collaboration with Union City.
While TeamCivX is a new venture formed in early 2023 by the former partners at TBWBH Props & Measures, we are a team of seasoned professionals with decades of experience helping public agencies navigate the ballot measure process to achieve locally controlled funding. We are strategy and communications consultants with unmatched experience evaluating the feasibility of local funding measures, designing measures for the ballot that align with community priorities and implementing informational communication efforts to raise awareness of funding needs and a potential ballot measure.
TeamCivX is uniquely positioned to support Union City in your revenue measure planning efforts for the following reasons:
• Experience in Union City. In 2008, I helped develop and pass Measure UU, a renewal of the City’s public safety parcel tax. In 2020, I helped develop and pass Measure WW, to establish a 5% utility users tax (UUT) for the City that was approved by 57% of local voters. In 2022 I helped develop and pass Measure Z, a 9-year extension of the City’s half-cent sales tax, which was approved by 74% of local voters. We also have experience passing bonds and taxes for other public agencies in Alameda County including Hayward, Newark, Dublin, Pleasanton, Livermore, Alameda, Albany and others.
• Unmatched City Tax Measure Experience. For over two decades, the partners at TeamCivX have been the “go to” consultants for public agencies seeking to pass a revenue measure.
We have passed over 100 city tax measures in a diverse set of cities throughout our home state of California. We maintain a success rate of over 90% and our experience includes sales taxes, utility taxes (UUTs), hotel taxes (TOTs), property transfer taxes, parcel taxes, general obligation bonds, vacancy taxes, assessments and fees.
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• Experience Navigating Challenging Environments. A revenue measure proposal is impacted by many factors far beyond our control, including the state of economy, political division, the public’s trust in government and other factors. We’ve helped our clients navigate economic downturns, partisan division, controversy and other challenges to achieve success. We believe in the civic process and work hard to bring communities together to build stronger communities.
• Multimedia Communications Experts. Part of our job is to help you get your message to the right people so that we build public awareness of your funding needs and tax proposal. People receive their information in many different ways these days. We are experts in traditional communication methods including direct mail and earned media.
We are also experts in digital media, including utilizing social media, digital advertising and video.
• Capacity to Serve You. TeamCivX’s seasoned partners and well-trained staff have both the knowledge and the capacity to serve your needs throughout the revenue measure process. We will personally lead your project and be your primary points of contact. We will be supported by one of our experienced Consultants who will help manage project logistics to ensure the plans we develop are executed on time, on budget and with precision.
The remainder of this proposal describes our scope of services, fees and our resumes. Given the importance of obtaining a statistically reliable measurement of public opinion, we have included information about Godbe Research in this proposal. We collaborated with Bryan Godbe on all of our successful tax measures in Union City. If you have questions or need additional information, please don’t hesitate to contact me at 415-810-8053 or at [email protected].
Thank you,
Charles Heath
Partner
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Firm Profile
About TeamCivX
TeamCivX is a Limited Liability Company managed by its five founding partners: Charles Heath, Jared Boigon, Barry Barnes, Joy Kummer and Jeremy Hauser. While TeamCivX is a new venture formed in early 2023 by the former partners and staff at TBWBH Props & Measures, we are a team of seasoned professionals who collectively bring over a century of experience developing and passing bond and tax measures in California. Individually we each bring between 10 and 25 years of experience and all of us have worked together for over a decade.
We are proud to be California’s leading strategy and communications consultants with unmatched experience evaluating the feasibility of local funding measures, designing measures for the ballot that align with community priorities and implementing informational communication efforts to raise awareness of your needs and a potential ballot measure. The partners at TeamCivX are frequent presenters and expert panelists for the League of Cities and other similar organizations representing Califonia municipalities and public agencies.
Each of our projects is led by one of the firm’s partners with decades of experience on local revenue measures. Each of our projects is also supported by one of our experienced and welltrained staff Consultants. The staff role on our projects is limited to logistical coordination to ensure that the strategies, plans and messaging developed by the lead partner are executed on time, on budget and with precision.
In addition to partners and staff, TeamCivX has a well-developed network of contract polling firms, graphic designers, videographers, photographers, printers, mailhouses, ad buyers and other professional resources that will be utilized as needed to execute planned strategies.
About Godbe Research
Godbe Research is a full-service market and public opinion research agency offering comprehensive research services for public sector clients. Our customized research studies apply both quantitative and qualitative research techniques to aid with community needs assessments, public education and outreach strategies, strategic and general planning efforts, community and departmental satisfaction, ballot measure feasibility, and public sector marketing efforts.
Godbe Research has the expertise, versatility, and depth necessary to deliver the knowledge you need to succeed. Our capabilities allow us to collect, compile, and analyze data in order to provide actionable recommendations. From designing superior sampling frames and instruments to ensuring accurate data collection and processing, our staff of highly-trained professionals is committed to producing high-quality, actionable, and easy-to-understand research that meets your objectives — on time and on budget.
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Scope of Services
Phase 1: Feasibility Assessment
To get your revenue measure started on the right path, we’ll help ensure you are asking the right strategic questions:
• Does a revenue measure stand a reasonable chance of achieving the passage threshold? At the 50% simple majority level or the 66.7% supermajority level? • What potential tax types, tax rates and durations fit within the tolerances of your community?
• What programs, services and funding needs are the top priorities for your voters? • Does sufficient awareness of your funding needs exist or is additional informational outreach needed?
• What is the right time to go to the ballot? The next election? A future election? • How does projected voter turnout in upcoming elections impact a tax proposal? • What other competing measures or issues are on the horizon that could impact your measure?
• What accountability protections or exemptions might be helpful to include in a proposed measure?
• How does the economy and political environment impact your measure? To help answer these questions, TeamCivX will conduct a thorough assessment of the local political landscape, analyze recent election results and work with Godbe Research to design a statistically reliable opinion survey of your local voters. Godbe recommends a mixed-mode survey among a representative sample of 500 likely voters in Union City. Interviews will be conducted by telephone on both landlines and cell phones, and online by email and text invitation. The overall sample will be demographically and geographically representative of likely voters in the City. We anticipate that a questionnaire of 20 to 25 minutes will be sufficient to cover the scope of information needed.
With key strategic questions answered, we will provide you with specific recommendations on how to structure a measure, when to go to the ballot and communication strategies that are needed to support your efforts. If a revenue measure does not appear to be viable at the current time, we will tell you that.
Phase 2: Awareness Building
If the feasibility assessment shows a viable path forward for a ballot measure, our next step will be to develop and implement an informational communications plan to raise awareness of your funding needs, while also introducing your proposed measure and providing opportunities for community input. While public agencies are legally prohibited from City Council/RSA Agenda 136 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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advocating for the passage of a ballot measure, you can educate and inform your community about your needs and plans.
To build community awareness, TeamCivX will work with you to implement an informational communications effort that will include the following components:
• Developing informational messaging and fact sheets to be distributed in the community • Providing talking points, frequently asked questions and a message training to city leaders who will be interfacing with the public on this issue • Providing content related to your funding needs and proposed measure to be added to your website, used in social media, included in email updates and newsletters • Preparing PowerPoint presentations for public and community meetings • Writing, designing and producing mailings and advertising to inform local residents • Developing strategies and plans to inform external groups including elected leaders, business leaders, faith community leaders, taxpayer groups and others We will write all copy, handle the graphic design, coordinate printing and mailing and handle any ad buys as needed. We will just need for you to review content and designs and make sure the information is accurate and has the right feel for your community.
Phase 3: Measure Development
Based on the results of the feasibility assessment and community input received during the awareness building efforts, we will help you develop your measure for the ballot so that it is closely aligned with the community’s priorities and sensitivities. We will work with your financial advisors, legal counsel and other experts to accomplish this work, including:
• Recommending a final tax type, tax rate, duration and other specifics • Refining the final funding plans to reflect community priorities and ensuring programs eligible for funding are described in clear language the general public will understand • Working with legal counsel to develop the 75-word ballot question • Working with legal counsel to develop and refine all language that will appear in the ballot pamphlet mailed to all voters
• Working with local elections officials to ensure your measure qualifies for the ballot With these steps complete, your measure will be on the ballot. Since public agencies cannot advocate for ballot measures, an independent campaign committee will need to be formed to run an advocacy campaign in support of the measure. TeamCivX provides campaign consulting services to independent campaign committees but those services are not part of this proposal since the campaign must be led by an independent group.
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Partner Biographies
Charles Heath, Partner – TeamCivX
Over more than 20 years as a strategy and communications consultant, Charles has guided more than 100 ballot measures to victory. With a background in various political projects, Charles has spent the last decade with a strict focus on working with public agencies to design revenue measures for the ballot and execute strategic public information efforts to position his clients for success. Once a measure is on the ballot, Charles works with advocacy campaign committees to run efficient and effective campaigns to achieve voter approval for ballot measures.
Charles has led campaigns in all parts of California — from large urban environments like Oakland, San Jose and Los Angeles to suburban environments like Marin, Riverside and Orange County to rural and agricultural communities like Plumas County, Truckee and Stanislaus County.
Before his career in public finance campaigns, Charles worked as a policy analyst for a public policy think tank, as an aide in the California Legislature and as a reporter for a local newspaper.
Prior to co-founding TeamCivX, Charles was a partner and Vice President at two leading consulting firms.
Charles is a graduate of the University of California at Davis with degrees in Political Science and English, and he earned a Master’s Degree from the London School of Economics. Charles grew up in Orange County and now lives in the Bay Area with his wife Eva, his son Alexander and his daughter Lillian.
Bryan Godbe, President – Godbe Research
As the President and co-founder of Godbe Research, Mr. Godbe has more than 30 years of experience in public and voter opinion research to assist planning efforts, public education/outreach campaigns, governmental affairs programs, and political campaigns. In this capacity, he has conducted thousands of projects at the state and local levels for a diverse array of clients including transportation agencies, counties, councils and associations of government, libraries, water districts, as well as hundreds of cities, school districts, and special jurisdictions.
He is a recognized leader and innovator in using voter opinion research to assess the feasibility of revenue measures.
Mr. Godbe is a recipient of the Silver Anvil Award from the Public Relations Society of America.
He has a master's degree from the University of Michigan where he studied survey research methodology at the Institute for Social Research, and a bachelor's degree from the University of California, Berkeley.
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Fees
As is the standard in our industry, TeamCivX contracts on a monthly fee basis during the period of our engagement. For a jurisdiction the size of Union City, our monthly consulting fee is $7,500. Standard reimbursable business expenses for travel to meetings will be billed along with fees and partial months of service will be prorated.
For polling, the pricing below accounts for all costs necessary for Godbe Research to conduct a start-to-finish research project, including research design, questionnaire drafting, sample acquisition, data collection, data processing, analysis of results, and preparation of reports, memos or presentations as needed. In addition to all aspects of conducting the survey, the proposed costs include reasonable consulting and presentation of results. One half of the project fee would be billed upon commencement, and the other half upon delivery of results.
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Registered Voter Survey Costs
June 26, 2023:
Project Task 20-min. 22-min. 25-min.
Listed Voter Telephone Sample $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Email Sample Purchase $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00
Third-Party Email/Cell Phone Matching $800.00 $800.00 $800.00 CATI Programming Telephone Version $1,500.00 $1,675.00 $1,875.00 Internet Version Programming/Testing $5,500.00 $5,750.00 $6,000.00 Internet Version Recruitment/Hosting $1,000.00 $1,000.00 $1,000.00 Telephone Interviewing $9,800.00 $11,200.00 $12,600.00
Data Processing $850.00 $850.00 $850.00
Research Fee $7,750.00 $7,750.00 $7,750.00
Project Management $2,750.00 $2,750.00 $2,750.00
Miscellaneous Expenses $500.00 $500.00 $500.00
English Only Survey Total $32,450.00 $34,275.00 $36,125.00 Spanish Translation and Programming $800.00 $1,000.00 $1,200.00 Spanish Telephone Interviewing Fee $750.00 $1,000.00 $1,250.00 English and Spanish Survey Total $1,550.00 $2,000.00 $2,450.00 Hybrid (Internet & Telephone) Survey of up to 500 (n=500) Registered Voters City Council/RSA Agenda 139 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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If the feasibility study shows a measure is viable, our monthly consulting fee will continue for the subsequent phases of work until a measure qualifies for the ballot. We will also need a budget for printing and production of informational materials. The cost to print and mail an informational brochure to the approximately 22,250 residential households in Union City is $18,250 per mailing, assuming bulk postage rates. For budgeting, most public agencies send two to three mailings during the ballot measure planning process. We also recommend establishing a budget of approximately $10,000 for digital media.
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Appendix 1: Client Experience
Statewide Measures
Proposition 1 - Veterans and
Affordable Housing Act
Proposition 2 - Homeless Mental
Health Housing Act
Unified School Districts
Alameda USD
Albany USD
Amador County USD
Arcadia USD
Azusa USD
Baldwin Park USD
Bassett USD
Beaumont USD
Brea Olinda USD
Cabrillo USD
Capistrano USD
Carlsbad USD
Castro Valley USD
Charter Oak USD
Claremont USD
Conejo Valley USD
Corona-Norco USD
Cotati-Rohnert Park USD
Culver City USD
Davis Joint USD
Downey USD
Dublin USD
El Rancho USD
Fairfield-Suisun USD
Folsom Cordova USD
Fremont USD
Garden Grove USD
Glendale USD
Hayward USD
Irvine USD
Jurupa USD
Kerman USD
La Cañada USD
Lake Elsinore USD
Lammersville USD
Las Virgenes USD
Lompoc USD
Long Beach USD
Los Alamitos USD
Los Angeles USD
Madera USD
Manhattan Beach USD
Manteca Unified USD
Martinez USD
Milpitas USD
Monterey Peninsula USD
Moorpark USD
Moreno Valley USD
Morgan Hill USD
Morongo USD
Mount Diablo USD
Mountain Empire USD
Napa Valley USD
Newark USD
New Haven USD
Novato USD
Oak Park USD
Orange USD
Pajaro Valley USD
Palo Alto USD
Palos Verdes Peninsula USD
Paradise USD
Patterson Joint USD
Pleasanton USD
Poway USD
Riverside USD
Sacramento City USD
Saddleback Valley USD
San Jose USD
San Lorenzo Valley USD
San Marcos USD
San Marino USD
San Ramon Valley USD
Santa Ana USD
Santa Monica-Malibu USD
Simi Valley USD
Snowline Joint USD
Sonoma Valley USD
South Pasadena USD
South San Francisco USD
Tahoe Truckee USD
Tustin USD
Ukiah USD
Val Verde USD
Vallejo City USD
Vista USD
Walnut Valley USD
Washington USD
Westa Contra Costa USD
Woodland Joint USD
Yucaipa-Calimesa Joint USD
Elementary School Districts
Alisal Union SD
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Alta Loma SD
Alum Rock Union Elementary SD
Anahiem Elementary SD
Auburn Union SD
Beardsley SD
Belmont-Redwood Shores SD
Berryessa Union SD
Bonsall SD
Buena Park SD
Burlingame SD
Cambrian SD
Campbell Union SD
Castaic Union SD
Central SD
Centralia Elementary SD
Cupertino Union SD
Del Mar Union SD
Miller Creek SD
Fountain Valley SD
Franklin-McKinley SD
Fruitvale SD
Fullerton SD
Huntington Beach City SD
Jefferson Elementary SD
Kentfield SD
La Mesa-Spring Valley Union SD
Lakeside Union SD
Larkspur-Corte Madera SD
Live Oak SD
Loma Prieta Joint Union SD
Los Altos SD
Los Gatos Union SD
Lowell Joint SD
Menifee Union SD
Millbrae SD
Modesto City Elementary SD
Moraga SD
Moreland SD
Mountain View Whisman SD
Norris SD
North Sacramento SD
Oakley Union Elementary SD
Ocean View SD
Orinda Union SD
Pacifica SD
Palmdale SD
Perris Elementary SD
Petaluma City Elementary SD
Portola Valley SD
Ravenswood City SD
Redwood City SD
Reed Union SD
Romoland SD
Rosemead SD
Roseville City SD
San Carlos SD
San Mateo-Foster City SD
San Rafael Elementary SD
Santa Cruz City Elementary SD
Santa Rita Union SD
Santa Rosa Elementary SD
Saratoga Union SD
Saugus Union SD
Savanna SD
Soquel Union Elementary SD
Sulphur Springs Union SD
Union SD
Victor Elementary SD
Westminster SD
High School Districts
Campbell Union HSD
Chaffey Joint Union HSD
Delano Joint Union HSD
East Side Union HSD
El Dorado Union HSD
Fullerton Joint Union HSD
Galt Joint Union HSD
Jefferson Union HSD
Los Gatos-Saratoga Union HSD
Mountain View-Los Altos HSD
Nevada Joint Union HSD
Oxnard Union HSD
Perris Union HSD
Petaluma Joint Union HSD
Placer Union HSD
Roseville Joint Union HSD
San Benito HSD
San Dieguito Union HSD
San Mateo Union HSD
San Rafael HSD
Santa Cruz City HSD
Santa Rosa HSD
Sequoia Union HSD
Tamalpais Union HSD
William S. Hart Union HSD
Community
College Districts
Allan Hancock College
Antelope Valley College
Cabrillo College
Chabot-Las Positas CCD
Chaffey College
College of the Canyons
College of Marin
College of the Siskiyous
Contra Costa CCD
Foothill-De Anza CCD
Gavilan College
Glendale College
Hartnell College
Lane Community College
Mendocino College
Merced CCD
MiraCosta College
Monterey Peninsula College
Napa Valley College
Pasadena City College
Peralta CCD
Mt. San Jacinto CCD
Rancho Santiago CCD
Riverside CCD
San Bernardino CCD
San Joaquin Delta CCD
Santa Barbara City College
Santa Monica College
Santa Rosa Junior College
Yuba College
Hospitals and Healthcare
Salinas Valley Memorial Healthcare
System
Seton Medical Center
Valley Health System*
*private-side campaign only
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JOAN MALLOY, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND ADOPT A RESOLUTION OF THE
CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITYOF UNION CITY DECLARING ITS
INTENT TO AWARD A COMMERCIAL CANNABIS PERMIT TO
RESPONSIBLE AND COMPLIANT RETAIL UNION CITY LLC DBA
EMBARC UNION CITY TO OPERATE A RETAIL CANNABIS
DISPENSARYAT 2625 AND 2633 DECOTO ROAD, UNION CITY,
CALIFORNIA94587 SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITHALL NECESSARY
CONDITIONS
The City Counciladopted a resolution to open the process for accepting commercialcannabis permit applications on September 27, 2022 and adopted a resolution on January 12, 2023 to reopen and extend the process.
Three companies submitted applications for a commercialcannabis permit to operate a retailcannabis dispensary:
Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City Shryne Union City LLC dba Stiiizy Union City
Union City Etrudite dba HerbNJoy
City staff, with the assistance of HdL, evaluated the submitted applications in accordance with the City Council-approved procedures.
Following the evaluation process, staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution declaring its intent to award a retail cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City to operate a retail cannabis dispensary at 2625 and 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, CA 94587 subject to compliance with all necessary conditions. If the City Council adopts the proposed resolution, staff will establish conditions of approval and return to the City Council for award of the retailcannabis permit.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
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This report is in alignment with the following City Council Priority:
Goal A: Financial Stability and Sustainability
Strategy 5: Implement the City’s cannabis program to attain the anticipated new revenue with a commitment to adopting where necessary in light of evolving Statewide trends.
BACKGROUND
On November 14, 2017, the City Council adopted Chapter 5.44 of the Union City Municipal Code (“UCMC”) (the “Cannabis Ordinance”) which established the regulatory framework for commercial cannabis operators within the City. Concurrently, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5144-17, allowing for up to three commercial cannabis permits in each of the following categories: cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, testing, and retail.
Two retail businesses have opened and are currently in operation since the adoption of the Cannabis Ordinance: Jiva UC LLC located at 30545 and 30547 Union City Boulevard, Union City, CA 94587 and Flor East Bay LLC located at 3100 Courthouse Drive, Union City, CA 94587.
On September 27, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6006-22 to open the process, from October 27, 2022 through January 9, 2023, for accepting applications for commercial cannabis permits for the commercial cannabis types permitted pursuant to Resolution No. 5144-17. At the same time, City Council adopted the procedures to govern the application process and the manner in which the City Council will determine the most qualified applicant to receive the permit in this cycle.
On January 12, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6068-23 to amend the commercial cannabis permit application calendar and to reopen the process, effective January 13, 2023 through February 6, 2023.
Three companies submitted applications for a commercial cannabis permit to operate a retail cannabis dispensary:
Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City Shryne Union City LLC dba Stiiizy Union City
Union City Etrudite dba HerbNJoy
The City received no other applications for the other cannabis permit types. In accordance with the procedure approved by the City Council, HdL Companies reviewed the applications for completeness and then scored each of the applications. A score of 90 percent or higher was needed for the applicants to be forwarded to the City Selection Committee who would conduct an in-depth interview. All three applicants met the criteria from this evaluation and were awarded the complete 2,100 points (or 100%). As such, the three applicants were determined by HdL Companies to be qualified to operate a cannabis retail store in Union City and advanced to an initial review by the City’s internal Development Review Committee (“DRC”). The DRC held an initial review of the applications where it then went to the City Selection Committee who conducted an in-depth onehour interview with each applicant team. The interview panel was comprised of senior staff members from the City Manager’s Office, Finance Department, Economic and Community Development Department, and the Police Department. The City Selection Committee conducted an evaluation in order to determine the most qualified applicant.
DISCUSSION
Following the interviews and evaluation, the City Selection Committee identified Responsible and Compliant City Council/RSA Agenda 143 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City (“Embarc”) as the most qualified applicant. As a result, the City Manager recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution declaring its intent to award Embarc a cannabis retail permit to operate a store located at 2625 & 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, CA 94587. The proposed location of the retail storefront is in the Cherrywood Center (Exhibit A).
In making its recommendation to the City Manager and to the City Council, the City Selection Committee utilized the criteria authorized by the City Council. The interview panel determined Embarc stood out as the strongest applicant to operate a store because of the components contained in its application and reemphasized during the interview process. Namely, this included the Proposed Location, Business and Development Plan, Labor and Employment Plan, Neighborhood Plan, and Community Benefits Plan.
Proposed Location (Exhibit A):
Embarc’s proposed location is a vacant space, approximately 2,750 square feet situated within a building of 13,180 square feet on a 49,658 square feet parcel, at the Cherrywood Center. The location is ideal given it is geographically dispersed on the east side of Union City relative to the two existing cannabis dispensaries in the City in addition to being in a well-populated area.
As an existing space:
No building modifications are required, only tenant improvements are planned, which willallow for timely opening/turnaround period (estimated at 6 months).
Location is ideally situated on a main artery (Decoto Road) with ample ingress, egress, and full circulation.
Location has ample parking with 71 shared parking spaces available.
As a potential co-tenant to other retail businesses in the center, Embarc has performed traffic analysis to better understand and address any parking impacts it may have to the surrounding tenants. Embarc plans to help counterbalance impacts to its neighbors by hosting promotional “happy hours” at nonpeak business hours.
Embarc’s proposed location also meets distance requirements of being setback at least 100-feet from sensitive uses. While in the Cherrywood Center is an existing business named Noble Art that offers youth art classes, Embarc has acknowledged that it will be helping Noble Art relocate through financial assistance should it be awarded the right to operate. This will be a condition of approval should the City Council issue the intent to award the cannabis retail permit.
Business and Development Plan (Exhibit B and Exhibit C):
Embarc has a proven track record with existing operations in South Lake Tahoe, Alameda, Martinez, Fairfield, Fresno, Sacramento, Redwood City, and Chico. In addition, it also has other retail licenses under development in Tracy, El Dorado County, Ventura, Fresno, Hanford, and Contra Costa County.
The projected tax revenue generation to Union City from Embarc would be approximately as follows:
Year 1 - $587,137
Year 2 - $675,208
Year 3 - $776,489
Year 4 - $891,899
Year 5 - $1,026,902
Its proposed hours of operation for the retail storefront will be between 8:00 AM-10:00 PM with the potential to increase/reduce within permissible hours (by law) dependent on demand. Whereas, delivery hours will only operate between 8:00 AM-8:00 PM. Embarc projects that it will serve 1,172 customers per day; equating to approximately 50-100 customers per hour. Its proposed product line is also varied, as Embarc will strive to prioritize small farms, local cultivators and manufacturers, and amplification of City Council/RSA Agenda 144 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
female and BIPOC owned brands. Its commitment extends to sourcing a minimum of 10% of products from Union City (if/when available) and 25% of products from the East Bay.
Redundancy is built into Embarc’s plan and physical design and includes a process to ensure appropriate entry and exit routes for guests. For example, customers enter in a designated entrance and will be in an access-controlled reception “screening lobby” that is electronically locked while they undergo inspection and identification verification by a security guard and/or receptionist. There is also a separate exit path for guests when customers are leaving the business.
Delivery operations and procedures include secure loading and vendor access to reduce exposure and to safeguard how goods would be received on site.
Aside from having Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that cover retail and delivery operations, Embarc’s Business Plan was thorough in that it included mentioned opening and closing checklists, order intake checklists, order processing checklists, etc. These SOPs alongside its proposed audits with 48 hours to log, record, and remedy any identified deficiencies provided additional assurance of their intent to maintain ongoing compliance.
Embarc proposes the use of uniformed license security personnel on site to monitor activity, control loitering and site access, and to serve as a visual deterrent to unlawful activities. Security will also be tasked with vendor and driver escorts to control access to the loading and vendor entrance. Other measures included product inventory control during both business and non-business hours.
Overall, Embarc demonstrated a solid foundational understanding of security needs for its facility and operations, in addition to a willingness to partner with local law enforcement to adjust should additional improvements be needed and to ensure measures taken remain effective in the long-term.
Labor and Employment Plan (Exhibit D):
Embarc plans for an initial hiring of 45 employees, with eventual scaling to meet the demand of operations to a capacity of 68 employees. In its proposal, Embarc also expresses that it will endeavor to hire 100% locally. It plans to do so by:
Operating under a Collective Bargaining Agreement with the United Food & Commercial Workers (UFCW) Union to ensure allemployees receive a living wage.
Providing meaningful benefits, such as health, dental, and vision insurance, free counseling, up to 25 days per year of paid time off and other leave accrual, up to 40 hours of paid volunteerism hours, and life insurance.
Offering opportunities for advancement within the company through wage increases, performance bonuses, an Employee Stock Option Program, educational tools, trainings, and other resources.
To ensure that its workforce is highly educated and is positioned to succeed, Embarc places an emphasis on initialand ongoing education.
New employees are to receive two weeks of training and shadowing shifts prior to store opening to focus on compliance, security, operational procedures, cannabis knowledge, and productspecific expertise.
Select employees will be required to complete a third-party cannabis educational course within six weeks of hire. While there will be various weekly and quarterly trainings, all employees upon one year of employment will be required to undergo an annual training course.
Other programs include financial literacy training, tuition assistance & scholarships, as wellas jobspecific skills training.
Neighborhood Plan (Exhibit E):
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Within its Neighborhood Plan, Embarc has demonstrated it has been proactive in its efforts, and intends to be on an ongoing basis, a responsible partner and local business. This includes having conducted several months of preliminary community engagement to local stakeholders, door knocking (to surrounding 600 feet), speaking to neighboring businesses in the shopping center, collecting 45 letters of support, etc.
Embarc has also outlined how it will prevent nuisance activity or negative impacts on the surrounding community through ensuring accountability and accessibility; proactively engaging the community and neighborhood; and creating tangible benefits for its neighbors. Some key components include:
Sharing contact information of the Local Owner, General Manager, and Head of Community Relations with the City and all neighboring properties within 1,000 feet.
Providing a 24-hour contact both online and posted on the exterior of the facility to address complaints and other inquiries, as wellas maintaining a log of any public nuisance activity.
Hosting at least two open houses between receipt of the right to operate and the commencement of operations to allow community members and stakeholders an opportunity to learn about Embarc.
Hosting annual“listening sessions” once operational.
Having staff serve on a volunteer Street Team on beautification projects.
Notably, Embarc proposes a “Good Neighbor Policy” specific to mitigating any local concerns along with a 5-step protocol on how to address and respond to complaints related to its business.
Community Benefits Plan (Exhibit F):
For its Community Benefits Plan, Embarc has developed a proposal in collaboration with a Community Advisory Board comprised of various known and trusted community leaders. Three pillars that have been identified by the Community Advisory Board to focus on are:
To enrich and empower the lives of youth, as thriving youth are the lifeblood of families; To support healthy and stable households, as families are the pillars of community; and To create and maintain a family friendly environment such that residents of Union City thrive.
Embarc’s Community Benefits Plan calls for 1% of its gross receipts to be provided to a Community Investment Fund in perpetuity; with the Community Advisory Board directing 100% of the allocations.
While City staff commends Embarc’s consideration of establishing a Community Advisory Board for transparency and community-oriented operations, this aspect is one in which the City would instead recommend having allocations and disbursements handled through the City’s existing process. The same goal of directing these benefits to local organizations and partners that align with community needs and interests would still be met, while maintaining financial oversight and accountability for all parties. Embarc has indicated its willingness to adjust its proposed process in light of this, and as such, acknowledges this will be detailed in the Conditions of Approval.
In summary, staff is recommending that the City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution declaring its intent to award a commercial cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City to operate a retailcannabis dispensary in part based on the following factors:
Embarc has provided documentation (proof of capitalization) for construction, operation, maintenance, compensation of employees, as well as equipment costs, utility costs, and other costs; including a pro forma for five years of operations.
Embarc has a proven record and has outlined an aggressive schedule to initiate business operations, including proposed construction and improvements, in a timely and fastidious manner (potentially in FiscalYear 2023/2024).
Embarc has demonstrated its commitment to being a responsible community partner through both City Council/RSA Agenda 146 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
preliminary immediate neighborhood engagement as well as future planned efforts.
Embarc has expressed a willingness to collaborate with the City to make meaningful improvements to the site as well as adjustments to its Community Benefits Plan to adhere to existing processes.
Pursuant to UCMC Section 5.44.030, the City sent a public hearing notice to all properties within 300 feet of the proposed site location. The City also published the public hearing notice in the Tri-City Voice.
FISCAL IMPACT
The projected tax revenue generation to Union City from Embarc assumes a steady increase over the years as the store establishes itself. It is approximately as follows:
Year 1 - $587,137
Year 2 - $675,208
Year 3 - $776,489
Year 4 - $891,899
Year 5 - $1,026,902
While City staff is optimistic that Embarc may be successful based upon their current operations in retailing in other areas, the Union City market may be varied and these sales tax may not be fully realized. Based upon their ability to perform, staff will update sales tax projections accordingly.
There is no impact to the General Fund for taking the recommended action.
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council conduct a public hearing and adopt a resolution declaring its intent to award a retail cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City to operate a retail cannabis dispensary at 2625 and 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, CA 94587 subject to compliance with all necessary conditions. If the City Council adopts the proposed resolution, staff will prepare conditions of approvaland return to the City Council for the City Council to consider issuing the retail cannabis permit.
Prepared by:
Jennifer Phan, Deputy City Manager
Submitted by:
Jennifer Phan, Deputy City Manager
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution - Intent to Award Cannabis Permit Resolution Exhibit A – Proposed Location Exhibit
Exhibit B– Business Plan Exhibit
Exhibit C– Development Plan Exhibit
Exhibit D– Laborand Employment Plan Exhibit
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Exhibit E– Neighborhood Plan Exhibit
Exhibit F – Community Benefits Plan Exhibit
Submitted Written Comment received by EOB7.6.23 Attachment Submitted Written Comment received by EOB7.10.23 Attachment Submitted Written Comment received by EOB7.11.23 Attachment Submitted Written Comment received after EOB7.11.23 Attachment Comments in Support Submitted 7.11.23 Attachment
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RESOLUTION NO. XXXX-23
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY
DECLARING ITS INTENT TO AWARD A COMMERCIAL CANNABIS PERMIT TO
RESPONSIBLE AND COMPLIANT RETAIL UNION CITY LLC DBA EMBARC UNION CITY TO OPERATE A RETAIL CANNABIS DISPENSARY AT 2625 AND 2633 DECOTO ROAD, UNION CITY, CA 94587 SUBJECT TO COMPLIANCE WITH ALL
NECESSARY CONDITIONS
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2017, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 845-17 which, among other things, established a permitting process for approval of commercial cannabis operators in the City of Union City; and
WHEREAS, on November 14, 2017, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 5144-17 which allowed for up to three commercial cannabis permits in each of the following categories:
cultivation, manufacturing, distribution, testing, and retail; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Union City Municipal Code (“UCMC”) Section
5.44.030(D)(2), the City Council may, in its sole discretion, adopt a resolution to open the process for accepting applications for commercial cannabis permit(s) and adopt the procedures to govern the application process and the manner in which the City Council will determine the most qualified applicant to receive the permit(s); and
WHEREAS, on September 27, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6006-22 to open the process, effective October 27, 2022 through January 9, 2023, for accepting applications for commercial cannabis permit(s) for the commercial cannabis types permitted pursuant to Resolution No. 5144-17, to the extent such permits are available, and adopted the procedures to govern the application process and the manner in which the City Council will determine the most qualified applicant to receive the permit(s); and WHEREAS, on January 12, 2023, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 6068-23 amending the commercial cannabis permit application calendar and to reopen the process, effective January 13, 2023 through February 6, 2023; and WHEREAS, three companies submitted applications for a commercial cannabis permit to operate a retail cannabis dispensary by the February 6, 2023 application deadline; and WHEREAS, the application process consisted of four phases: preliminary determination of eligibility, evaluation and ranking of applications by the City’s consultant, interviews and ranking by the City Selection Committee, and the City Manager’s review and recommendation to the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the three submitted applications were evaluated for completeness and scored and found to have met the minimum criteria, receiving a score of 90 percent or higher, and deemed qualified to operate a cannabis retail store in Union City; and City Council/RSA Agenda 149 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Resolution No. XXXX-21
WHEREAS, staff then assembled an interview panel comprised of senior staff from the Union City Police Department, Economic and Community Development Department, Finance Department, and the City Manager’s Office; and
WHEREAS, the interview panel asked detailed questions of each applicant on its operations and management of a retail storefront, site and surrounding neighborhood considerations, security procedures and protocols, projected sales volume and generation of cannabis taxes for Union City and community reinvestment proposals; and WHEREAS, the interview panel determined Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City was the strongest applicant to operate a store in Union City because of the components contained in its application particularly in the Site Plan, Business and Development Plan, Labor and Development Plan, Neighborhood Plan, and the Community Benefits Plan as outlined in the staff report; and
WHEREAS, the first three phases of the application process have been completed, and the City Manager is now recommending that the City Council award a commercial cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City (the “Applicant”) for a retail cannabis store; and
WHEREAS, Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City will operate a retail cannabis dispensary located at 2625 and 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, CA 94587; and
WHEREAS, the City Council held a duly noticed public hearing regarding the City Manager’s recommendation on July 11, 2023, at which time all interested persons had the opportunity to be heard; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has considered a report dated July 11, 2023, provided with the City Manager’s recommendation, and all written and oral testimony submitted before or during the public hearing; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed Exhibits A through F and has preliminarily determined that the Applicant is qualified to operate a commercial cannabis business in Union City, and desires to express its intent to award a commercial cannabis permit to the Applicant; and
WHEREAS, prior to the award of a commercial cannabis permit by the City Council, the Applicant must satisfy all conditions identified and established by the City in accordance with applicable law, including, but not limited to, completion of any required environmental review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Union City as follows:
1. That the forgoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this City Council/RSA Agenda 150 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Resolution No. XXXX-21
reference.
2. That the City Council hereby expresses its intention to award a commercial cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City to allow for the operation of a retail cannabis dispensary, subject to satisfying all conditions identified and established by the City in accordance with applicable state and local law, including any conditions necessary to protect the health, welfare or safety of the public.
Such conditions shall include, but are not limited to, the completion of any necessary environmental review in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act.
3. That nothing in this resolution binds or obligates the City Council to take any action, or refrain from taking any action, to award a commercial cannabis permit to the Applicant.
Nothing in this Resolution shall be interpreted to guarantee that the City Council will award a commercial cannabis permit to the Applicant or establish a right to such permit for the Applicant. The City Council, in its sole and absolute discretion, expressly reserves the right to not award a commercial cannabis permit to the Applicant.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Union City at a regular meeting held on the 11
th day of July 2023, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
CAROL DUTRA-VERNACI
Mayor
ATTESTED: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
ANNA M. BROWN KRISTOPHER J. KOKOTAYLO
City Clerk City Attorney
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Section D: Labor & Employment Plan
Commercial Cannabis Business Permit Application
Storefront Retail & Delivery
RESPONSIBLE AND COMPLIANT RETAIL UNION CITY LLC
DBA EMBARC UNION CITY
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Dear Selection Committee,
Thank you for the opportunity to submit this proposal to operate a retail and delivery cannabis business in Union City. As a longtime resident with deep roots in this community, I appreciate the City’s thoughtfulness as we contemplate commercial cannabis activities—and particularly the expansion of cannabis retail—in Union City.
I bring a unique perspective to this endeavor as a former Union City Planning Commissioner. Alongside my colleagues, I pushed for the development of thoughtful regulations to govern local commercial cannabis businesses given the tremendous economic opportunity they represent. In working to advance economic development and community investment through appropriate zoning for more than a decade, I understand the unique needs and priorities of our neighborhoods and the importance of investing in all areas of the City.
It is that perspective that shapes this proposal.
As a community member and former Commissioner, I paid close attention as the City contemplated an additional cannabis retailer—particularly given its preference for locating on the east side. It was during their local listening tour that I was introduced to Embarc, a California cannabis operator with a track record of community empowerment. After meeting the Embarc team, I grew excited about what this type of community-oriented leadership could mean for cannabis on the east side and felt compelled to partner with them in bringing this type of community-centric operations to our community.
In Embarc, I found a partner that shares my belief in the value of civic engagement, community partnership and passion for generating equitable and inclusive opportunity for residents—particularly those from within the immediately surrounding neighborhood. I am enthused by this opportunity to get legal, compliant cannabis “right” for the outer Decoto district, with a focus on public safety, opportunity creation, and revitalization.
I welcome this responsibility to set an example for how cannabis can and should operate and believe our operations can and will beneficially coexist with Union City’s existing cannabis industry while implementing tangible benefits targeted specifically to the Decoto district’s area.
Balanced against my preference for community mindedness is the need to partner with an operator that has a proven track record of successful and respectful execution. Now more than ever as we come out of a tumultuous few years, we need a team that is operational, not aspirational, to ensure the business is able to open and generate tax revenues and community funding rapidly. As an active and engaged community member, I know our team can do just that because Embarc has already demonstrated its ability to operate responsibly elsewhere in California.
While cannabis has existed in communities for decades, regulated cannabis is still an emerging market.
Communities like ours are grappling with how to best integrate commercial cannabis activities into existing neighborhoods—balancing the economic opportunity this new industry represents with a desire to protect public health, safety and neighborhood integrity, and to provide meaningful inclusivity to all segments of our community. We understand the transformative impact of diverse, inclusive operations and will act with the belief that operating such a business is a privilege and not a right.
Our business model is predicated on the ability to consistently engage the community to ensure communication, transparency, integrity, and collaboration. By putting the community first, we will ensure a positive relationship with the City, community leaders, and the neighborhood, ultimately giving back in meaningful ways. The included Community Benefits Plan is driven by our Community Advisory Board—a coalition of Cover Letter
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) deeply entrenched, trusted community leaders that are fully empowered to direct and distribute Embarc’s ongoing community benefit commitments in Union City. We have empowered these leaders in the development of this proposal, and for the lifetime of the business if selected to operate locally.
Ultimately, this proposal represents a proven operational model, significant and meaningful diversity and inclusion efforts, and with a track record of delivering on promises to other communities, grounded in my personal deep roots here. Unlike others who view Union City as just another license destination in the quest to be the biggest in the State or country, Embarc brings a proven track record as experienced leaders with the right motives in this emerging industry—bolstered by its execution as one of the fastest growing independent and community-centric cannabis retailers in California.
Given its existing footprint, Embarc is neither “too big” nor “too small.” Rather, our team can be trusted to operate in Union City because we bring the experience of existing operations balanced with true local empowerment. Our community will not be just another dot on an expansion map because I have spent my lifetime empowering, investing in and serving this community—for me, Union City is home.
Thank you for this opportunity.
Sincerely,
Raymond Gonzales Jr.
Local Owner & Chair of the Community Advisory Board, Embarc Union City Cover Letter
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “As a lifelong resident of this community and former Union City Planning Commissioner of twelve years, I understand the concerns and opportunities of legal cannabis and I am dedicated to ensuring we deliver a community-sensitive cannabis retail dispensary that Union City will be proud of. As a partial owner and chair of the Community Advisory Board, I look forward to being an active participant in ensuring Embarc sets the cannabis industry standard for engaged, responsive leadership and meaningful community benefits in Union City.” Ray Gonzales, Local Owner & Chair of Embarc Union City Community Advisory Board THE COMMUNITY AGREES – EMBARC IS THE RIGHT CHOICE FOR UNION CITY “As a lifetime member of this community,
I am committed to ensuring allocated
funds from legal cannabis are thoughtfully
invested to uplift and address gaps in public
recreational facilities, sports programs,
and drug and alcohol abuse prevention
programs.”
Vipan Bajwa, Union City Chamber of
Commerce Board Member
“As a former school board member, I
appreciate Embarc’s plan to make an
ongoing investment in supporting Union
City’s youth. I am excited for the opportunity
to represent my community and look
forward to the possibilities Embarc is
offering for the future.”
Cathie Kelly, Former New Haven Unified
School District School Board President &
Trustee
“I was approached by multiple applicants to join Advisory Boards, yet Embarc was the only operator with a proven model and demonstrated track record of empowering local leaders to ensure the financial benefits of legal cannabis are invested in the needs and priorities of our community. In knowing Embarc’s leadership, and as represented by the caliber of my fellow Board members, I am confident Embarc is the right choice for our community and will be a trusted partner to our City.”
Reverend Jerome Brown, Brown Temple Community Church
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “Embarc has a significant track record of responsible and safe cannabis operations that provide meaningful benefits to the communities in which they serve. Their site selection and support from neighboring businesses and residents and their innovative approach to community benefits through empowering community leaders to advise and hold them accountable, ensures that Embarc is the right operator with the right location in East Union City.” Jim Navarro, Former Union City Councilmember; President & CEO of Wings of Angels “Embarc shares my commitment to
investing, educating and protecting Union
City’s youth as the primary focus of this
Board. I look forward to working with my
fellow Board members in supporting and
funding local efforts to address the youth
mental health crisis through appropriate
and meaningful community partnerships.”
Venice Hardy, Retired Counselor, Cesar
Chavez Middle School
“I have dedicated my career to uplifting
the residents of Union City and welcome
Embarc to our community. I look forward
to serving on their Board to ensure the
residents of our community are prioritized
in receiving the benefits that responsible,
compliant, community-focused cannabis
operator like Embarc will provide.”
Jaime Jaramillo, Executive Director, Centro
de Servicios
“Embarc has empowered a Board of trusted Union City leaders that share my commitment to uplifting youth through sports and who understand the critical role athletics play in getting kids on the right track. I look forward to serving on Embarc’s Board to ensure youth sports and recreational activities are at the forefront of this Board’s priorities.” Coach Webb Lee, Head Coach and President of Mission Valley Track & Field Club, Retired Logan High Track & Field Coach
“Embarc’s dedicated approach to neighborhood engagement demonstrated not only through their rigorous outreach, going door to door introducing themselves to neighboring businesses and residents, but through their significant track record of revitalizing and investing in the neighborhoods in which they serve, ensures Embarc is the right team to serve East Union City.” Peter Eliopoulos Jr, Owner and Manager, Baldie’s Café & Cherrywood Center City Council/RSA Agenda 299 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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TO DATE, EMBARC
HAS WORKED WITH
THE BOYS AND GIRLS
CLUB, PROVIDED
SHELTER FOR
THE HOMELESS IN
TAHOE, FUNDED
COMMUNITY SCIENCE
PROGRAMS, WRITTEN
SCHOLARSHIPS FOR
HIGHER EDUCATION,
FUNDED SOBER
GRADUATION NIGHTS,
CLEANED STREETS,
AND MORE
COMMUNITY FIRST
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “THIS YEAR, EMBARC POWERED GRASS LANDS. THEY ARE A
MULTI-LOCATION CANNABIS DISPENSARY CHAIN THAT RUNS
A BODEGA-STYLE MODEL FOR CONSUMERS AT THEIR USUAL
BRICK-AND-MORTAR LOCATIONS. ADDITIONALLY, EMBARC IS
IN THE GAME FOR THE COMMUNITY, CULTURE, AND CRAFT OF
CANNABIS, EMULATED THROUGH THEIR DONATIONS BACK TO
THE COMMUNITY, QUALITY GROW, AND MORE.”
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “THE BEST EXPERIENCE I’VE
HAD AT A DISPENSARY.”
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PIONEERING HOW CANNABIS
AND EVENTS GO TOGETHER
BEHIND THE
CURTAIN OF GRASS
LANDS’ PIONEERING
SUCCESS ARE
EMBARC’S COFOUNDERS, DUSTIN
MOORE AND LAUREN
CARPENTER. FIVE
YEARS AGO THESE
OPPORTUNITIES
DIDN’T EVEN EXIST,
BUT TODAY EMBARC
IS LEADING THE
CHARGE.
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “AN AUTHENTIC, PEOPLE AND
COMMUNITY-FORWARD BUSINESS”
BEYOND BEING AMBITIOUS,
THE METHODOLOGY
CARPENTER AND HER TEAM
ARE UTILIZING TO BUILD
THE EMBARC EMPIRE IS,
QUITE FRANKLY, WHAT’S
BEEN MISSING IN CANNABIS
RETAIL: PURPOSE. IT IS
ABUNDANTLY APPARENT
THAT THE LEADERSHIP IS
HERE FOR MORE THAN JUST
MONEY AND THE GOAL IS
TO CREATE AN AUTHENTIC,
PEOPLE AND COMMUNITYFORWARD BUSINESS – NOT
JUST ANOTHER CHAIN OF
POT SHOPS.
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SUPPORTING OUR LOCAL
COMMUNITY
“WE ARE PROUD AND
GRATEFUL TO BE
PARTNERING WITH
EMBARC IN PROVIDING
SAFE ACCESS TO
CANNABIS FOR THESE
VALUED COMMUNITY
MEMBERS.”
- MARK CARRILLO COO FOR
WEED FOR WARRIORS
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) “THEY KNOW THEIR CUSTOMERS
AND GO THE EXTRA MILE TO GIVE
EVERYONE A GREAT EXPERIENCE...”
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© 2023 by Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC Confidential/Proprietary Information Carpenter - Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC (DBA Embarc Union City) SECTION D: LABOR &
EMPLOYMENT PLAN
OVERVIEW
As one of only a few cannabis retailers led by a
female CEO, Embarc’s commitment to meaningful wages, benefits, inclusion and opportunities for advancement starts at the top and is evident
in how we approach the lifecycle of an employee’s time with Embarc—from recruiting and hiring to ongoing education and professional development. Embarc’s diversity in ownership and across all staff is notable. This prioritization on inclusive
hiring and opportunity creation will be evident in
Union City, with a commitment to 100% local hiring
to ensure our team members reflect the community they serve.
This section highlights tangible demonstrations of
Embarc’s commitment to employment practices,
labor representation and advancement opportunities for individuals underrepresented in the community—and the industry at large—ensuring we foster the development of a local workforce with
diverse perspectives, work and life experiences
and cultural differences. These are more than just
future commitments for what we could implement
in Union City, but rather what is in place in existing
operations today. As a diverse team, we will continue to value a diversity of experiences and perspectives as we grow.
1. Describe whether the Commercial Cannabis
Business is committed to offering employees a
Living Wage. “Living Wage” shall mean 150% of
the minimum wage mandated by California.
Embarc has a demonstrated track record of adherence to heightened pay and benefits standards and practices—a commitment to our employees that will continue should we be selected in Union City. These heightened pay and benefits standards and practices are outlined throughout this section, and include, but are not limited to, those outlined below.
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One meaningful demonstration of Embarc’s values are our wages, which are among the highest in the industry. While many of the State’s largest
operators pay between $13 and $25 per hour, Embarc’s current retail employees are paid between $17 and nearly $50 an hour, depending on the role
and experience level. Embarc will offer this same
approach to industry-leading wages to its Union
City employees, which will be encapsulated in our
Collective Bargaining Agreement with UFCW to
ensure all employees receive a living wage. Specifically, and in compliance with the prompt, Embarc will ensure compensation complies with the City’s definition of “living wage” by providing
150% of the minimum wage mandated by California. This commitment is furthered detailed as part of the comprehensive financial documents
included as part of Section B: Business Plan.
Embarc provides significant additional benefits to
employees as part of their employment with Embarc. In other communities where we operate, these benefits account for millions of dollars in
additional investment into the local workforce.
To the greatest extent possible, our wages, benefits and operations are designed to provide every employee with the opportunity to maximize their
compensation and professional development.
Given the need for brevity and a desire to be responsive to the prompt, the following provides brief details regarding Embarc’s benefits—contemplating traditional health and wellness benefits and internal programs designed to empower our employees.
Physical & Mental Health
• Health, Dental & Vision: Employees will be offered a competitive benefits package that allows them to choose from health, vision and dental insurance programs to best meet
their needs. These benefits will be provided through the United Food and Commercial Workers Union, and the exact amount will be encapsulated in the Collective Bargaining
Agreement negotiated on behalf of Embarc
Union City’s employees. This ensures Embarc
is contributing significantly if not totally to the
cost of this coverage.
• Free Counseling: Embarc believes in the importance of both mental and physical wellbeing. Navigating the global pandemic over the past few years has been overwhelming for
many, especially those serving as essential
workers during COVID-19. As part of our comprehensive healthcare package, all employees are eligible for employer-paid mental health
counseling from an independent healthcare
professional.
PTO & Leave
• Vacation/Paid Time Off: With the instability
wrought by COVID-19, we recognize the need
for flexibility now more than ever before. Employees are offered industry-leading paid time off, with accrual based on duration of employment and as many as twenty-five (25) days per year based on tenure.
• Leave: All employees accrue sick leave in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. Additional leave includes but is not limited to:
◦ Maternity Leave
◦ Family Leave
◦ Pregnancy Disability
◦ Sick Leave
◦ Bereavement Leave
◦ Jury Duty and Witness Leave
◦ Time Off to Vote
◦ Victims of Crime Leave
◦ Domestic Violence
◦ Sexual Assault or Stalking Leave and Accommodation
◦ Civil Air Patrol Leave
◦ Military Leave
◦ Military Spouse Leave
◦ Organ & Bone Marrow Donor Leave
◦ School & Child Care Activities Leave
◦ Volunteer Civil Service Personnel
◦ Disability Leave
• Parental Bonus: In addition to our generous
maternity and paternity leave, which exceeds
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• Unpaid Time Off: Employees may face a situation that requires additional time off beyond that provided through PTO and as required by
law. Employees are eligible to apply for up to
thirty days, with some cases allowing for as
much as six months, of additional unpaid time
off to meet pressing needs.
• Paid Volunteerism: Embarc employees are afforded up to forty hours per year of paid volunteerism. These hours are conducted with other Embarc team members through organized volunteerism efforts further detailed in Section
H: Community Benefits of this proposal.
Financial & Economic Benefits
• Life Insurance: Embarc offers 100% employer paid premium life insurance policies, providing a sense of security for employees and their families, especially in the wake of the
pandemic.
• Financial Literacy: Embarc is invested in our
employees’ futures. Research has shown that
employees often do not contribute to retirement or participate in the stock market due to a lack of understanding. Embarc believes
that providing financial education is part of a
robust and well-rounded benefits program, including information on how stock options work and how to maximize their benefit, budgeting
and saving, taxation, retirement planning and
related financial concepts. This training will be
available to Embarc employees in multiple formats—in person during onboarding as well as within our proprietary educational platform for
all employees.
• Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Program: We
offer tuition assistance and a scholarship program for qualifying employees, with a prioritization on coursework and professional skills development that directly aid in the advancement of the employee’s career with Embarc. • Transportation Assistance: While we will have
ample parking, Embarc will provide staff with
complimentary bus passes as needed and will
install bike racks to encourage non-vehicular
commuting.
Holistic Support
• Embarc Cares: A Fund for Team Members in
Need: Now more than ever, living our values
means being a conscientious employer and
supporting our employees inside and outside
the four walls of our business. Embarc has established an Employee Assistance Program to provide emergency grants in times of crisis.
The fund’s purpose is to assist staff in coping
with unexpected hardships that place undue
financial stress on them and/or their immediate family, either due to a qualified disaster or personal hardship. These awards are based
on financial need and the severity of the disaster or emergency.
Importantly, these are not loans that must be
paid back but monetary grants provided to address the economic impacts of the issue and help our team members feel stable and secure rather than overwhelmed. We have found that this grant program has made a meaningful impact on the lives of employees, creating a more open line of communication between
the team and providing a tangible demonstration of our commitment to the well-being of team members. Grants have been disbursed
to address funeral expenses, travel to visit ailing parents and emergency relocation, among others.
• Internal Employee Incentive Program: Embarc
utilizes an incentive program intended to encourage employee performance and teamwork. Employees earn prizes and bonuses for reaching targets in attendance, cash handling,
sales, education, compliance and living our
values.
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generous employee discounts and access to our
proprietary education platform with professional
and personal coursework, among others.
Ultimately, Embarc has developed comprehensive
wage and benefit plans to address the financial,
physical, emotional, personal and professional
development needs of our employees. Given our
partnership with UFCW, these wages and benefits will be encapsulated in a Collective Bargaining Agreement to be ratified by employees in Union
City, ensuring employees are represented and
these promises are kept. These benefits are significant and demonstrate our commitment to the success of our team members and their families.
2. Describe compensation to and opportunities
for continuing education and employee training.
Embarc’s Labor, Diversity, Inclusion & Matriculation
Plan and supporting programs including its robust
paid education and employee training programs
are integral to Embarc’s business model and have a
proven track record of creating a diverse and highly
educated workforce. This plan is rooted in the fundamental belief in the value that ongoing education and learning bring to the organization. Rather than a one-size-fits-all approach, Embarc’s policies
and programs holistically facilitate the growth of
its workforce through myriad tools, resources and
programs aimed at fostering growth throughout the
lifecycle of an employee’s matriculation.
Onboarding & Initial Training
Employees must be positioned to succeed
through thorough initial and ongoing education,
training and effective leadership at every level
of the organization, providing direction and guidance for the current position as well as a roadmap for continued growth. It is critical that clear performance expectations are set and a pathway for upward mobility is created to inspire and motivate
team members.
Embarc will require employees receive two weeks
of training prior to the store opening with a focus
on compliance, security, operational procedures,
cannabis knowledge and product-specific expertise. Upon one year of employment with Embarc, employees will be required to undergo an annual
training course.
As employees with customer interaction, it is imperative that our Guides receive superior product education and customer service training. Prior to
any store opening, every Guide undergoes a rigorous two-week training that includes, but is not limited to, thoroughly understanding the following:
• Dispensing rules and regulations as promulgated by the City and State • Excellent customer service skills
• Cannabis efficacy and the latest in efficacy research • Cannabis product information and selection assistance, including strain differences, terpene profiles, dosages and consumption
methods
• Substance abuse prevention and recognizing
signs of impairment
• HIPAA, ADA, EEOC and other federal, State
and local laws, regulations, ordinances and
requirements related to the cannabis industry
and cannabis consumption
After completing the two-week initial training,
Guides will be required to complete various weekly, quarterly and annual trainings. These training sessions are developed by our highly experienced
team across operational, service, product knowledge and compliance functions.
Embarc’s Employee Stock Option Program
(“ESOP”) is one of our most significant investments into our team. We have set aside 10% of the company’s equity to provide fulltime employees meaningful ownership of Embarc. While a few cannabis operators
have allocated nominal stock to employees, we are not aware of any that have made such a meaningful contribution. This is a direct reflection of how we view the team—as partners in bringing this vision to life.
PROMISES MADE, PROMISES KEPT:
EMPOWERING EMPLOYEES AS OWNERS
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is currently working with an expert in the fields of
cannabis education and curriculum development
to finalize additional modules within this robust internal training and matriculation program focused on core competencies for various roles and progression points within the organization. Central to this approach are the following key components:
1. Initial tests in compliance, product knowledge
and operations/customer service where new
hires can either “test out” of rudimentary training and into more advanced coursework based on existing knowledge or be taken more slowly through preliminary trainings—this is critical to leveling the playing field and affording opportunities for all regardless of skill level;
2. Integration of HR best practices into the opportunity ladder to afford more structured career counseling and peer-to-peer support for enhanced matriculation; and
3. Direct mentorship from retail operational experts to clearly define career paths within the store and into multi-store leadership positions.
Within six weeks of hire, select employees will be
required to complete the Cannabis Care Certification program developed by the nationally recognized Americans for Safe Access Foundation (the “ASA”). The mission of ASA is to ensure safe
and legal access to cannabis for therapeutic
use and research. The ASA Cannabis Care Certification program is designed to help individuals better understand the endocannabinoid system
and cannabis therapeutics. By completing this
program these employees will have unparalleled
knowledge into the interplay between cannabis
consumption and the human body—knowledge
that will play a pivotal role in educating the rest of
our team as well as our customers.
Finally, Embarc’s proprietary educational platform
(detailed later in this section) provides employees with online access to training coursework, tutorials, brand resources and continued education resources designed to facilitate personal and professional development for the lifetime of their
employment with Embarc. This platform leverages
content from leading subject matter experts and
brands to maintain up-to-date knowledge regarding every product on our shelves, available 24/7.
Employees can access brand decks, education
articles and quizzes on their own time, as well as
when they are assigned directly to them as part of
our mandatory ongoing product, operations and
compliance education program.
Below is a breakdown of the training schedule received upon hire. This training is designed to ensure all staff have a deep understanding of cannabis, health and wellness, our company values and retail operations to assist guests comfortably
and capably. This training also includes a focus on
cannabis compliance with all State and local laws
and regulations to ensure health and safety.
After employees are hired and paperwork is complete, they undergo a two-week training consisting of three distinct tiers:
► TIER 1 TRAINING—CANNABIS 101 (3 DAYS):
All employees must participate in our ‘Cannabis 101’ training program that provides a broad overview of cannabis as a plant and a product.
This training is also required of any contractors
that have consistent interaction with Embarc
guests such as our security team. This training
details everything from the history of cannabis
legalization in California; the laws and regulations that now allow for adult use cannabis, CBD and THC; terpenes; and the State’s track
and trace program, among others, and is critical to ensuring consistency in cannabis education. Importantly, given our focus on medical patients, it is vital that all employees understand cannabis’ medicinal use. ► TIER 2 TRAINING—UNDERSTANDING EMBARC
(2 DAYS)
Tier 2 Training details the company’s mission,
vision and goals; how values shape our desired interaction with guests, neighbors and the community; the Employee Code of Conduct and what that means in practice; and community benefits, employee benefits, volunteerism and ongoing engagement.
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PRACTICES (5 DAYS)
While compliance is interwoven into every
module during the training program, we also
have a detailed Compliance & Best Practices
tier before employees begin shadowing on
the floor. During this training component, employees are provided an overview of cannabis compliance, a detailed description of daily operations, including role playing scenarios with mock guest identification verification, sales,
purchases, inventory and more, including: (1)
State and local laws governing every aspect of
our operations; (2) consumer experience level
tolerance, dosage and our ‘start low, go slow’
philosophy; (3) social equity in the cannabis
industry; (4) standard operating procedures;
(5) compliance; (6) security; (7) daily operational flow; and (8) problem solving and issue mitigation.
These trainings include in person, online, verbal and written components. After the two-week training is complete, employees begin shadow
shifts. In the case of a new store opening, these
are part of the role-playing scenarios included in
Tier 3 training and are led by Store Managers from
other Embarc locations. If shadow shifts are for a
new hire in an operational store, the employee is
paired with an experienced employee for one to
three shadow shifts. These are intended allow the
new employee to begin work experience in the
retail environment while maintaining consistency
in the guest experience.
After finishing the two-week initial training course
and shadowing shifts, employees begin independent shifts. They are then engaged in ongoing education and training, which may include weekly
staff meetings where we bring in different vendors
to train on new products, annual off-site visits to
farms in the region to allow employees to experience the cultivation process, quarterly all-staff workshops and more. We understand that Guide
education is an ongoing process. Further training
is provided for certain roles, including our Lead
Guides and Managers, as well as track and trace
seminars for designee(s).
Because the General Manager is ultimately responsible for the store’s day-to-day activities and performance, Union City’s General Manager
will receive in-store training at one of Embarc’s
existing locations prior to training the team and
opening the store in Union City. Real world experience operating under Embarc’s specific protocols and procedures is vital to the effectively educating and training the store team. Embarc Managers from operating stores will attend and co-lead the new store orientation and training alongside
the General Manager to provide best practices.
This facilitates information sharing among Embarc
leadership across California and provides training
to improve operations.
During operating hours there will always be at
least one Lead Guide on the floor. Lead Guides
are true cannabis experts with at least three years
of cannabis operations experience and proven
performance in our proprietary education program, assuring a true mastery of cannabis knowledge. This program includes written and oral testing components and additional training. The Lead Guide will be capable of answering even the most
obscure and challenging inquiries from customers with unique needs.
A typical example occurred recently in our Tahoe
store, where one of our Lead Guides assisted a
customer who wished to purchase cannabis flower but was allergic to a very specific terpene found only in certain strains of cannabis. Using the Certificate of Analysis testing results, our Lead Guide was able to identify which flower options did not
contain the terpene in question and therefore was
safe for the customer’s consumption.
Guides continue to receive product education,
compliance and operational training throughout
their tenure. This training includes ongoing education from our vendors and partners, product knowledge quizzes, weekly terpene profile discussions and more. Continuous education is a component
of our employee incentive plan and continuing to
develop product and compliance knowledge is rewarded economically and with prizes. This keeps learning fun and ensures the team continues to
grow and evolve with the industry.
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encouragement, team members thrive at Embarc
and in their greater educational and career aspirations.
Compass:
A Mentorship Program to Build Opportunity from Within
Mentorship programs help to develop leaders by
teaching new skills and providing diverse experiences that create mobility for future roles at Embarc and beyond. It is also a meaningful way to welcome new team members into the fold and to
facilitate relationships across experience levels.
We have implemented a mentorship program that
pairs entry-level employees with more seasoned
team members to cultivate passions and provide
meaningful feedback on how to continue professional development and growth. This program is designed to break down barriers to entry and help
employees identify other areas of interest to promote matriculation.
We understand that while someone may currently
work as a Guide (sales associate), they may have
larger career ambitions at Embarc or beyond. We
seek to foster development by providing the tools,
guidance, resources and skills necessary to be
promoted into other leadership roles. Upon hiring
or when brought to their Manager, employees are
given the opportunity to apply for a mentor. Mentors are assigned based on the mentee’s interests, skills, hobbies and desired growth trajectory.
Subject areas for mentorship include:
• Buying and Sourcing
• Education
• Marketing
• Community Building
• Events/PR
• Merchandising
• Community Engagement
• Finance
• Operations
• Compliance
• Human Resources
• Sales
• Culture and Team
Building
• Inventory Control
• Social Media
• Design
A few of examples of Embarc’s paid mentorship
in action:
• Employees expressed interest in leading product education and terpene exploration classes. These employees were paid to work with the Embarc team to develop this curriculum
and then paid to teach it to all employees, who
were also paid for their time during the trainings.
• A team member recently expressed interest
in local marketing efforts to her Manager. Today she is a mentee under our President of Brand and Marketing and is currently working
with our marketing team to gain experience in
brand activation and community outreach.
While our core business focus is retail, it takes a
team with diverse skills and experiences to build
and sustain an effective business model. By offering a mentorship program, we are investing in our employees as more than “just” retail associates—
they are vital team members with the potential to
learn and grow into all facets of the company. Furthermore, these programs ensure working at Embarc has the potential to be more than a job—we provide meaningful career opportunities with significant wages, benefits and opportunities for advancement in each store, in multi-store leadership positions and company-wide.
Local Workforce Pipeline – Apprenticeship
Embarc is committed to the creation of an apprenticeship program facilitating career pathways for underserved individuals while developing a
resource for current employees to seek deeper
educational or professional development training. Embarc will leverage and engage our partner organizations and outreach channels to recruit
qualifying individuals and understand the appetite for careers in cannabis. Embarc will engage with local workforce development partners in this
effort. Embarc is currently developing this curriculum to provide relevant education and training for the legal commercial cannabis industry in other
California communities and would gladly engage
in these efforts locally as well.
While Embarc has done this alone in other communities, we welcome the opportunity to partner with the other local operators to develop an industry-wide professional networking pipeline supported with educational resources and training.
Embarc has launched such a curriculum in other
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Creating Long-Term Opportunity
A well-trained workforce is vital to creating a
unique, differentiated experience for customers
and is thus key to a successful operation. As is
summarized here, Embarc provides employees
with ample opportunities for paid education and
training, including but not limited to a paid twoweek initial onboarding, daily, quarterly and annual paid product, customer service and compliance trainings and paid mentorship to develop and hone new skills in subject areas they are interested in.
But educational and training opportunities to
broaden and sharpen our employees’ skills is vital
outside the shop as well. Our operating budget
contemplates a significant monthly allocation for
educational tools, trainings and resources to enhance team members’ experience in executing their professional functions. For example, Embarc
team members have participated in paid educational courses provided by licensed or otherwise recognized third-party institutions on the following
in the past 90 days alone:
• Diversity & inclusion
• Auditing
• HR best practices
• Leadership
• Communication
• Sales
• Customer service
• Reconciliation
These efforts have proven the value of taking a
holistic approach to paid education and training,
particularly given the legal adult-use market is still
nascent in California and there is little formal education and training available to provide career readiness in cannabis today. It is incumbent upon
responsible operators to develop and implement
meaningful opportunities for matriculation, creating a clearly defined and supported pathway for ongoing career advancement that sets team
members up for success.
In our experience, the most effective way to encourage employees to pursue continuous education is to have the policies and resources in place to:
• Provide easily accessible and engaging educational coursework where employees can set goals, manage and track their educational
progress
• Facilitate opportunities that reward employees
for advanced knowledge
• Require tailored training courses and monthly
update courses to maintain education excellence
• Create a culture where the pursuit of knowledge is valued and rewarded via team incentives and utilization of the scholarship program Through the creation of workplace programs and
policies that provide and reinforce the importance
of training, and by providing significant opportunities for ongoing paid education and training, Embarc sets team members up to advance within the company and in their careers.
“Embarc has afforded me many
opportunities to learn and grow
inside and outside of the shop
… Embarc provided me access to a
leadership skills training that has
given me new tools to effectively
lead our team. I appreciate the
opportunities I am offered to expand
my knowledge through Embarc-led and
third-party educational activities
and resources and I’m proud of what
I’m able to put into action in
engaging our team in new ways.”
MELISSA,
EMBARC MANAGER
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We recognize that not all employees join the team
with the skills or training they need to succeed.
In every community we seek to partner with local
educational institutions, such as the community
college, to create meaningful workforce development partnerships. Focus areas for these partnerships include, but are not limited to, the following:
• Professional work habits
• Relationship development
• Identifying personal goals
• Overcoming obstacles on the job
• Transferable skills
• Employability and other soft skills
By working with these programs, we support our
employees’ development and aspirations. Whether employees come to us through a college program or not, they will be invited and encouraged to enter the work experience program where they
can often earn work-experience credits while simultaneously earning wages at Embarc. This partnership fosters personal and professional growth with educational programs focused on valuable
life and professional skills.
Tuition Assistance & Scholarship Program
We offer tuition assistance and a scholarship program for qualifying employees, as well as provide scholarships to local residents in coordination with
local community colleges. For example, in South
Lake Tahoe, Embarc not only provides scholarships for students from the LGBTQIA+ community, but also supports the student food bank—a vital
wraparound service for many students today.
Paid Job-Specific Skills Training
Embarc encourages team members interested in
increasing responsibilities or growing to a new position within the company to propose to management the coursework they would like to undertake to be considered for internal promotion. Examples
include:
• HR training and certification courses
• Accounting training and bookkeeping
• CAL/OSHA Certifications
Opportunity Ladder
The burgeoning legal cannabis industry represents an opportunity to provide meaningful employment opportunities across the attainment
spectrum. Embarc welcomes the opportunity to
ensure working at Embarc can provide economic
mobility rather than just a job. We achieve this by
creating a deliberate opportunity ladder that recognizes barriers to entry and matriculation inherent in most hiring and operational practices and systematically works to eliminate them.
“We are grateful for Embarc’s
commitment to supporting the students
of Lake Tahoe Community College
through scholarships and workforce
development opportunities. These
make a tangible impact in the lives
of students.”
PROFESSOR WALTER MORRIS,
PH.D.,
BOARD MEMBER, LAKE
TAHOE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
FOUNDATION
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Promotions
Embarc will promote from within through ongoing training, quarterly performance reviews and annual meetings. When submitting a job
requisition form to Human Resources, Embarc
employees are required to take an “Our Team
First” approach. This requires HR and the individual requesting a new position be created (or a current position be filled) to discuss internal team members that could be appropriate for the role before any outside recruiting efforts are made. Jobs are posted in each retail store for a minimum of five days before being
posted externally to ensure our staff is aware
of new opportunities and able to pursue them
if interested, and we partner with the United
Food and Commercial Workers Union (UFCW)
to ensure our team members have ample time
to apply for these promotions and/or opportunities.
This is a collaborative and comprehensive process between HR and the department leads seeking the role to be filled, designed to prioritize upward mobility from within. When an employee is identified as the right fit for the role, HR engages that employee to determine their
interest in the new role before undertaking any
external recruiting practices.
• Regular Performance Reviews
While most employers rely on an annual review process, Embarc performs quarterly performance reviews and further encourages
employees and supervisors to discuss performance on a frequent, ongoing basis. Data indicates that employees often feel uncomfortable asking for performance feedback, but quarterly reviews eliminate that barrier and
create a culture of ongoing communication
about performance, opportunities for improvement and upward mobility paths. Consistency in communication also normalizes discussion
of opportunity ladders and compensation
which is vital to promoting the “Our Team First”
policy in hiring. These reviews provide opportunities for the Manager and team member to explore areas where additional training or education could be helpful in promoting growth, and then create a plan to meet them.
• Flight School: Embarc’s Proprietary Education
Hub Aimed at Helping Careers Soar
One of the most significant components of
Embarc’s commitment to ongoing paid education and training is its proprietary education and training platform. Embarc’s “Education
Hub” of professional development and training resources is foundational to ensuring our employees have the resources to grow both
personally and professionally. This platform is
a meaningful component of providing employees direct access to the education necessary to grow into senior positions in the company
by:
◦ Helping to define clear expectations and
requirements for internal promotion
◦ Providing direct access to the required education to succeed ◦ Encouraging employees to pursue the educational resources provided through culTraining and mentorship are critical to ensuring our employees grow with us and the best measure of effective employee empowerment is the last employee that was empowered. Amber is a great example of
Embarc’s meaningful approach to employee empowerment—Amber joined our team as a Store Manager but in leading the team
quickly realized her passion was in HR rather than sales. To support her in achieving her goals, Embarc provided a scholarship
for her HR coursework at Cornell University, partnered her with senior leadership as part of our internal mentorship program,
and have promoted her into an HR position companywide. This is an example of how to successfully matriculate from within through scholarship, wraparound support and empowerment.
PROMISES MADE, PROMISES KEPT:
MATRICULATION THROUGH EDUCATION &
MENTORSHIP
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(free) life skills courses on topics ranging
from personal finance, home loans, taxes
and other important life skills
Embarc requires all employees to complete a
minimum number of courses to remain up to
date on all product knowledge and utilizes additional optional coursework as an opportunity for paid education to further round out knowledge
and skillsets. By creating a standardized continued education requirement through free access to education that can be undertaken during paid
working hours, Embarc is leveling the playing field
while setting a high bar.
Embarc’s Education Hub will be provided to
all Embarc Union City employees through our
multi-modal online platform, accessible to employees through their personalized employee ID.
Educational materials and individual coursework
progress are tagged to each employee’s ID number, allowing the employee to track progress and earn certifications while allowing Managers to reward continued education.
Embarc’s Education Hub is categorized into the
following four modes of employee education and
training:
1. Embarc’s New Hire Training – Embarc Union
City’s mandatory proprietary two-week onboarding training will be an in-person program, enhanced with additional online coursework.
All training modules, coursework and quizzes
will be available for review, ensuring employees
have access to all trainings and tutorials at any
point.
2. Continued Employee Training & Advanced
Cannabis Industry Expertise – Embarc
Union City will provide cannabis trainings
and certificate coursework for all positions
within the company and extensive resources
for specified trainings within the broader
cannabis industry. Topics include, but are not
limited to cannabis expertise, compliance
and regulations, community health and brand
partner resources.
3. Professional Development – Embarc Union
City will offer employees free access to
professional and personal development
through a partnership with LinkedIn Learning,
allowing employees to select topics of interest,
participate in coursework and earn skillspecific certificates. Topics include, but are not limited to team management (leadership,
effective communication), skill/interest
specific (digital marketing, graphic design),
organizational (project management, excel)
and inter-personal (being effective at work,
adapting to change).
4. Personal Development – Embarc Union City
will provide access to life skills trainings that
help employees navigate their lives outside
of work. Courses include but are not limited
to how to file taxes, how to invest and save,
how to purchase your first home, how to pay
off student loans, social media etiquette and
more.
Ultimately, Embarc has a proven track record of
investment into the ongoing education and training of employees by providing free access to significant tools and resources and by ensuring significant paid working time is dedicated to ongoing development.
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3. Describe the number of employees, title/position and their respected responsibilities.
Embarc anticipates the following number of employees at opening and will scale to meet demand as data is gathered through operations. These
roles will be supported by ownership which exists
in service to the retail team.
Role At
Opening
Est.
Capacity
General Manager 1 1
Store Managers 3 3
Store Leads 4 4
Inventory
Specialists 2 2
Sales and Delivery
Associates
(“Guides”)
35 58
Total: 45 68
Given spatial constraints, the following provides a
brief overview of all positions and responsibilities.
Employees receive a detailed memo outlining the
day-to-day tasks and functions associated with
their role as well as key metrics to guide performance as part of the onboarding process.
General Manager
The General Manager is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations, including Store Managers and staff across sales, inventory, community, facilities, accounting, marketing, public relations
and more. This role is responsible for successfully
developing and implementing strategies to constantly improve the business through merchandising, inventory, expense control, human resources management and operational management. Importantly, this role is also ultimately responsible for ensuring strict adherence to all State and local
laws and regulations pertaining to cannabis and
business operations. Critical functions of the General Manager role include, but are not limited to:
• Embodying our values and leading in a positive and respectful manner • Ensuring compliance with all laws, policies and
procedures through regular store management and staff meetings, store walk-throughs, audits, etc.
• Confirming daily cash receipts ensuring monies are deposited regularly, and reports are submitted as prescribed by company policies
• Analyzing and measuring business trends
• Developing and implementing plans to meet
or exceed goals and objectives
• Continually evaluating employee and store
performance and recruiting, inspiring and
training management candidates to grow from
within
• Liaising with law enforcement, vendors and
community members as needed and through
the lens of being proactive rather than reactive to opportunities, needs and requests The General Manager will have weekly management meetings with ownership as well as a weekly call with all Embarc General Managers statewide.
The meeting with ownership is designed to provide direct, ongoing access to senior leadership and the weekly General Managers Call facilitates
information sharing and best practices.
Store Manager
Managers focus on customer satisfaction, daily
operations and operational flow. In addition, each
Manager is responsible for a focus area: Inventory and Purchasing, Operations and Compliance, or Community Engagement. Based on each focus
area, Managers are assigned specific roles and
responsibilities necessary for effective execution
of their role. Critical functions of the Store Manager role include, but are not limited to:
• Maintaining a compliant work environment
through coordination with the General Manager on daily, weekly, quarterly and annual audits and spot checks
• Motivating a positive team through communication, incentives and evaluations • Confirming daily sales reports and cash receipts ensuring monies are deposited regularly, and reports are submitted as prescribed by company policies
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with enthusiasm, inclusivity and sensitivity
• Maintaining communication with community
members, stakeholders and customers to ensure Embarc is a welcoming environment that is responsive to local needs
• Liaising with law enforcement, vendors and
community members as needed and through
the lens of being proactive rather than reactive to opportunities, needs and requests Managers have weekly meetings with their General Manager and monthly meetings with Embarc ownership to provide leadership, guidance, feedback and to discuss new store initiatives and priorities in real time.
Lead Guide
Lead Guides support Managers in ensuring that
all daily operating procedures are performed as
required while promoting a company image of excellence through a strong work ethic, leadership by example and the consistent delivery of impeccable customer service and store visual presentation. This role will also maximize sales through the development and supervision of sales staff. Lead
Guides are responsible for ensuring transactions
are carried out in compliance with all applicable
laws and regulations. Critical functions of this role
include, but are not limited to:
• Implementing operational rules, regulations,
policies and procedures
• Supervising, managing and directing the activities of the sales team (“Guides”) • Implementing company policies and ensuring
staff adheres to best practices
• Maintaining in-depth knowledge of all inventories, product and trend knowledge • Assisting in employee performance reviews
• Assisting in hiring and training new employees
The Chief Executive Officer participates in quarterly ‘all hands’ meetings with staff to lead ongoing training, facilitate educational modules and ensure coordination and collaboration among the
team.
Inventory Specialist
Under the direction of and in coordination with the
Inventory Manager, Inventory Specialists maintain the organization’s inventory by managing and supplying necessary items while maintaining accurate records of all procurements. Critical functions of the Inventory Specialist include, but are not limited to:
• Assisting with product intake
• Providing inventory reports to Inventory Control Manager • Developing and maintaining good working relationships with vendors • Maintaining accurate daily records of goods
received
• Managing and maintaining the inventory system
• Facilitating upgrades to related databases
and/or software under the direction of the Inventory Control Manager • Conducting frequent spot and partial audits of
physical inventory
• Assisting with weekly physical inventory audits
• Leading education and training on all products for staff • Compiling delivery orders
The Chief Executive Officer participates in quarterly ‘all hands’ meetings with staff to lead ongoing training, facilitate educational modules and ensure coordination and collaboration among the
team.
Sales & Delivery Associates (“Guides”)
Sales and Delivery Associates, or Guides, work
closely with customers to determine needs, answer questions and recommend the right products. This role will promptly resolve customer issues and ensure maximum client satisfaction.
Guides must maintain up to date knowledge of
product features and maintain the store’s visual
appearance. Critical functions of Guides include,
but are not limited to:
• Friendly check-in with customers while scanning IDs into the POS system • Ensuring high levels of customer satisfaction
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• Assessing customers’ needs, providing assistance and information on product features • Maintaining in-stock and presentable condition of assigned areas • Actively seeking out customers in store
• Remaining knowledgeable on products offered and discussing available options • Processing purchases
• Handling customer returns using the compliance protocol and SOP • Maintaining a neat and orderly work environment, including participation in the store cleaning and disinfecting protocols
Guides are cross-trained to engage in both retail
and delivery activities because it is critical that
all employees have a thorough understanding of
all products and modalities Embarc carries. Regardless of whether engaging with a customer in the store or on their doorstep, it is important our
team be communicative and capable of answering questions rooted in extensive retail training.
The Chief Executive Officer participates in quarterly ‘all hands’ meetings with staff to lead ongoing training, facilitate educational modules and ensure coordination and collaboration among the
team.
Security
Additionally, Embarc will partner with a local security company to hire security staff. All Embarc security personnel will be at least 21 years of age
to provide security services for the licensed retail premises and shall be licensed by the Bureau of Security and Investigative Services. We are enthused at the prospect of utilizing local services to ensure the protection of public health and safety
on and about our premises.
Security Director
The Security Director is responsible for ongoing coordination with Embarc’s Head of Security, General Manager, all security guards and staff to
ensure ongoing compliance with all laws, regulations, procedures and Good Neighbor Policy requirements on an ongoing basis. This role is also responsible for continuous innovation in the areas
of safety and security, working collaboratively with
Embarc’s Head of Security to implement industry-leading best practices throughout the lifetime of the business. Critical functions of the Security
Director role include, but are not limited to:
• Implement and manage security operations
including post orders, policies and procedures
• Implement measurable reporting process to
include alarm monitoring, incident response,
tracking and reporting of performance metrics
and other service areas
• Respond in a timely manner to emergent
events, issues and staffing deficiencies
• Maintain relationships with local law enforcement, government agencies staff • Manage guard operations including budget
management and performance metrics
• Initiate preliminary investigations and write incident reports on all security related issues • Stay up-to-date on all regulatory issues in the
security and cannabis industries
• Maintain a safe work environment by establishing, following and enforcing standards and procedures and complying with legal regulations
Security Guards
Security Guards are responsible for the implementation of Embarc’s security policies and procedures and are ultimately tasked with maintaining public and employee health and safety on the premises. Critical functions of the Security Guards
include, but are not limited to:
• Perform verification of inbound and outbound
delivery vehicles
• Monitor surveillance cameras via monitors
• Provide safety escort of employees and customers (as needed) • Observe and report any suspicious or unlawful
activities
• Conduct foot patrol of property and surrounding area • Inspect building, personnel and access points
• Obtain help by sounding alarms or calling local emergency department as necessary • Remain in compliance with all local, State and
federal ordinances
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assault and fire hazards
• Follow procedures for fire prevention, property
patrol, traffic control and more
4. Thoroughly describe employee policies and
procedures (complete manuals are not required
to be submitted).
Embarc has implemented industry-leading best
practices perfected over nearly two decades of
collective operational experience at some of the
State’s most respected dispensaries, along with
input from our team of advisors who have been responsible for more than 2,000 retail stores across the globe, and valuable lessons learned from successfully operating Embarc’s existing seven store retail footprint.
These practices are integrated into Embarc’s Standard Operating Procedures by utilizing Simplifya, the foremost cannabis compliance software provider in the world. By leveraging the expertise of our industry-leading team and combining it with
preeminent cannabis retail compliance software,
we ensure every section of our Standard Operating Procedures are up to the highest standards of State and local regulatory compliance.
Best practices and operating procedures are contained in our Business Plan, operating plan, employee handbooks, employee training program and numerous other resources. In total, there are
over 450 pages of material specific to Embarc’s
best practices, policies and procedures. Given
that many of these materials are proprietary and
this document is subject to a Public Records Act
request, and in deference to the need for succinct
application materials, we have included this detailed summary description of how Embarc’s best practices have been included into the standard
operating procedures. Some of the key themes
from this robust library of information are as follows:
• Educating consumers starts with educating
employees
• Creating a safe and approachable environment is critical to facilitating communication with patients and consumers
• Provide first-time customers with a more indepth education on dosage and direct them to products that match their experience level
• Provide all customers with a high-quality, unintimidating experience • Rigorously enforce identification checks for all
customers
• Educate customers on safe storage of their
products at home
• Provide employees and customers regular updates on cannabis policy and safe usage • Provide the City (e.g., Police Department) with
regular updates on safety and operations
• Take all necessary steps to prevent diversion,
theft and loss of product
• Provide rapid responses to community members to fully address comments and concerns • Be more than a business in the community—
approach each day with the desire to act as a
true partner to the City and treat each customer as a friend or a neighbor Finally, and as detailed above, employee policies
and procedures are captured in hundreds of mandatory Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Embarc’s SOPs are designed to be easily understood, sufficiently detailed and action oriented to capture the rules, regulations and expectations
governing every aspect of retail operations. Below
is a sample SOP to illustrate the comprehensive
nature of these documents.
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SOP: PRODUCT RECALL PROCEDURES
Purpose:
This Standard Operating Procedure contains step by step instructions on how to handle a cannabis product recall. To help ensure public safety and the timely notice and destruction or disposal of recalled cannabis, Embarc will initiate mandated procedures in the event of a product recall as detailed below.
Structure:
Product Recalls Overview
• In accordance with DCC regulations §17226. Voluntary Recalls and §17227. Mandatory Recalls, we must establish and implement written procedures for recalling cannabis goods, either voluntary or mandatory.
• The responsibility for identifying the possible need to recall a product rests with any member of the management team who has access to Track-and-Trace and/or knowledge or training that will enable them to identify a potentially defective product that has been supplied to a customer. • The General Manager is responsible for implementing and properly documenting this process at the shop level, with the support of our Chief Compliance Officer, General Counsel, and Owners.
Product Recalls Details
Procedures
1. Upon notice of a product recall from a manufacturer, cultivator, distributor, or the DCC, the Manager on Duty or person receiving the notice will immediately notify Company Leadership at [email protected] and then initiate process to quarantine all affected cannabis goods from inventory immediately as detailed below.
2. Inventory Team and/or Manager on Duty will immediately quarantine the recalled products by:
a. Removing physical inventory from shelves, placing in a dedicated plastic tote, and labeling with printed sign that reads “Quarantined Product – DO NOT TOUCH.” Store these quarantined products in a dedicated area of the Inventory Storage Room away from other non-recalled inventory.
b. Removing digital inventory from the FOH Active location in Treez, and moving to the Quarantine location, ensuring recalled products are no longer available for sale in the shop or via the online menu.
3. Inventory Manager or Store Manager will immediately ensure that the removal and quarantine of the products has been recorded into the Track-and-Trace system when it was moved to the Quarantine location in Treez.
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4. Inventory Manager will quarantine the recalled cannabis goods for a minimum of 72 hours in a secure limited-access area of the premises and await further instructions on the recalled product.
The Inventory Manager shall access the POS system to produce and affix to the quarantined goods all bills of landing, shipping manifests, or other similar documents with product information and weight.
a. Instructions on further steps will usually come from the DCC or whatever party initiated the recall. Quarantined product will either need to be transferred back to the supplier (manufacturer or distributor who provided the recalled product to Embarc) for a refund or will need to be destroyed and disposed of onsite with a special pick-up from Gaiaca. If recalled products are destroyed/disposed of onsite with Gaiaca, Inventory Manager will request the video footage of the destruction from Gaiaca to save with our compliance records.
5. After ensuring all recalled product is fully quarantined, the Manager on Duty will access the POS and Track-and-Trace sales data to identify all customers affected by the recalled products:
a. Login to Treez and go to: Reports -> Sales
b. Change the date range to start with the first date the product was received and end with today’s date
c. Select the product category for the product that has been recalled d. Click on the three dots under your name to export as CSV e. Open CSV File
f. Save as .XLSX File
g. Click on the box at the very top of the spreadsheet above row 1 and next to column A to select the whole data set
h. Click Data – Auto Filter
i. Go over to column Q – Product Name
j. Click on the small down arrow next to Product Name
k. De-select All
l. Select recalled product name
m. Highlight all of the cells and copy
n. Open second tab in the spreadsheet and paste the copied cells there o. Delete first tab
p. Rename document as Product Recall _PRODUCT NAME_DATE q. Save file
r. This is now the customer list of everyone who purchased the product
6. Within 4 hours of receiving the recall notice, the Manager on Duty will supply the Owners/Company Leadership with all sales data relating to the recall using the following email template.
Fill in the blanks and update the highlighted green status information before sending.
Hello – Earlier today we received a recall notice from __________(the DCC or recalling authority) for __________ (product) from _________ (brand) (see email from [email protected] below)
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Per our Recall and Returns SOP, we are required to do the following:
• Separate and label the quarantined units in the inventory room (put in own plastic tub and label as quarantined) (PUT STATUS HERE)
• Have MOD access the POS sales data to identify all customers affected by the recalled products See attached. We sold ____ units between _____ and today. • After 72 hours, determine if products will be transferred back to supplier or destroyed/disposed of onsite. If marked for disposal, we will schedule a special pick up with Gaiaca for this and request the video footage of the destruction for our records CONFIRM WHO will do this.
7. Within 24 hours of discovery of the recall, Owners/Company Leadership will consult with legal counsel about the nature of the recall and determine appropriate communications methods including but not limited to television, radio, or internet announcement. The Owners will also work with legal counsel to draft a letter or phone script to inform customers affected by the recalled cannabis products.
8. Upon direction from Owners/Company Leadership, Inventory Manager will work to transmit notice of the recall to affected customers via phone or email using whichever type of contact information is stored in the affected customer’s records. Please note this step may not be required if notification of recall is provided by supplier, DCC, or other means of public notification.
a. If notifying via email, Inventory Manager will use letter drafted by legal counsel. b. If notifying via phone, Inventory Manager will use script drafted by legal counsel. c. Customers will be notified that they can bring in the product for a refund or will be provided instructions for safely destroying/disposing of the product at home.
9. If customers do come back to return the recalled product, all members of the shop team will be directed to accept the return, provide the customer with a refund, and quarantine the recalled/returned product with the other items of the recalled/quarantined batch. Please note that all recalled products must be quarantined for at least 72 hours before destruction/disposal or transferring back to supplier.
10. Unless otherwise instructed by the DCC or recalling authority, the Inventory Team or Manager on Duty will schedule a special waste pick-up from Gaiaca after the products have been quarantined for 72 hours. The Gaiaca technician will remove the cannabis goods from packaging and destroy or dispose of the quarantined product in accordance with Embarc’s cannabis waste management plan.
a. After waste is destroyed and disposed of by Gaiaca, Inventory Manager will request a copy of the Gaiaca body cam footage of the onsite destruction and ensure this record is saved and maintained for inspection by the DCC or other licensing entities.
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the transfer of recalled products back via a licensed distributor. All transfers must be done via the Track and Trace system and accompanied by a hard copy Shipping Manifest in accordance with DCC regulation §15049.2 Recording Transfers of Cannabis and Cannabis Products.
For Embarc Initiated Recalls
12. The Department of Cannabis Control (DCC) will be informed in writing within 24 hours if Embarc initiates a recall of any cannabis goods. The DCC will be permitted to inspect the quarantined cannabis products upon request and will be provided with the following information:
a. Source of the implicated cannabis or cannabis product. b. Name, contact information, and State license number of the distributor, cultivator and/or manufacturer.
c. Complete distribution list including name, address, and contact information; and product identification information (e.g. batch #, lot #, product coding, etc.). d. Any other information requested by the DCC authorities.
Affiliated Tools & Documents:
• Metrc Track and Trace system
• Embarc’s inventory management system Treez
• Treez Procedures SOPs
• DCC Regulation §17226. Voluntary Recalls
• DCC Regulation §17227. Mandatory Recalls
• DCC Regulation §15049.2. Recording Transfers of Cannabis and Cannabis Products City Council/RSA Agenda 325 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Employee policies and procedures are encapsulated in Embarc’s voluminous Employee Handbook which includes policies and procedures applicable to our team. Given spatial constraints
and the prompt indicating a description rather
than the totality of content, below are some of the
most pertinent policies contained in that comprehensive document. A copy of Embarc’s Employee Handbook will be available to the City upon request.
• Harassment, Discrimination & Retaliation Prevention:
Embarc is an equal opportunity employer. Embarc is committed to providing a work environment free of harassment, discrimination, retaliation and disrespectful or other unprofessional conduct based on:
◦ Race
◦ Religion (including religious dress and
grooming practices)
◦ Color
◦ Sex/gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding or related medical conditions), sex stereotype, gender identity/gender expression/transgender (including whether or not you are transitioning or have transitioned) and sexual orientation
◦ National origin
◦ Ancestry
◦ Physical or mental disability
◦ Medical condition
◦ Genetic information/characteristics
◦ Marital status/registered domestic partner
status
◦ Age
◦ Sexual orientation
◦ Military or veteran status
◦ Any other basis protected by federal, State
or local law or ordinance or regulation
Embarc also prohibits discrimination, harassment and disrespectful or unprofessional conduct based on the perception that anyone has any of those characteristics or is associated
with a person who has or is perceived as having any of those characteristics.
In addition, Embarc prohibits retaliation against
individuals who raise complaints of discrimination or harassment or who participate in workplace investigations. • Harassment Prevention:
Embarc’s policy prohibiting harassment applies to all persons involved in the company’s operation. Embarc prohibits harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct by any employee. Prohibited harassment, disrespectful or unprofessional conduct includes, but is not limited to, the following behavior:
◦ Verbal conduct such as epithets, derogatory jokes or comments, slurs or unwanted sexual advances, invitations, comments,
posts or messages.
◦ Visual displays such as derogatory and/
or sexually oriented posters, photography,
cartoons, drawings or gestures.
◦ Physical conduct including assault, unwanted touching, intentionally blocking normal movement or interfering with work
because of sex, race or any other protected basis.
◦ Threats and demands to submit to sexual
requests or sexual advances as a condition of continued employment, or to avoid some other loss and offers of employment
benefits in return for sexual favors.
◦ Retaliation for reporting or threatening to
report harassment.
◦ Communication via electronic media of
any type that includes any conduct that is
prohibited by State and/or federal law or by
Company policy.
• Non-Discrimination:
Embarc is committed to compliance with all
applicable laws providing equal employment
opportunities. This commitment applies to all
persons involved in operations. Embarc prohibits unlawful discrimination against any job applicant, employee, or by any employee, including supervisors and coworkers.
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opposite sex or between employees of another race or ethnicity performing substantially similar work, as defined by the California Fair
Pay Act and federal law, is prohibited.
• Anti-Retaliation:
Embarc will not retaliate against employees for
filing a complaint or participating in any workplace investigation or complaint process, and will not tolerate or permit retaliation by management, employees or co-workers. • Reasonable Accommodation:
Discrimination can also include failing to reasonably accommodate religious practices or qualified individuals with disabilities where
the accommodation does not pose an undue
hardship.
To comply with applicable laws ensuring equal
employment opportunities to qualified individuals with a disability, Embarc will make reasonable accommodations for the known physical or mental limitations of an otherwise qualified
individual with a disability who is an applicant
or an employee unless undue hardship would
result.
Any job applicant or employee who requires
an accommodation in order to perform the
essential functions of the job should contact
Human Resources to discuss the need for an
accommodation. Embarc will engage in an interactive process with the employee to identify possible accommodations, if any, that will help
the applicant or employee perform the job.
Embarc will not retaliate against any applicant
or employee for requesting a reasonable accommodation and will not knowingly tolerate or permit retaliation by management, employees or co-workers. • Complaint Process:
Employees who believe they have been the
subject of harassment, discrimination, retaliation or other prohibited conduct, should bring their complaint to their Manager or Human Resources as soon as possible after the incident.
Embarc encourages all individuals to report
any incidents of harassment, discrimination, retaliation or other prohibited conduct forbidden by this policy immediately so that complaints
can be quickly and fairly resolved. Managers
must refer all complaints involving harassment,
discrimination, retaliation or other prohibited
conduct to Human Resources.
When Embarc receives allegations of misconduct, it will immediately undertake a fair, timely, thorough and objective investigation
of the allegations in accordance with all legal
requirements. Embarc will reach reasonable
conclusions based on the evidence collected.
Complaints will be:
◦ Responded to in a timely manner
◦ Kept confidential to the extent possible
◦ Investigated impartially by qualified personnel in a timely manner ◦ Documented and tracked for reasonable
progress
◦ Given appropriate options for remedial action and resolution ◦ Closed in a timely manner
If Embarc determines that harassment, discrimination, retaliation or other prohibited conduct has occurred, appropriate and effective corrective and remedial action will be taken in
accordance with the circumstances involved.
Embarc will also take appropriate action to deter future misconduct.
Any employee determined by Embarc to have
engaged in harassment, discrimination, retaliation or other prohibited conduct will be subject to appropriate disciplinary action, up to, and including termination. Employees should
also know that if they engage in unlawful harassment, they can be held personally liable for the misconduct.
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Employee Handbook, which each employee
receives upon hire.
It is required that all employees read and familiarize themselves with the Handbook in its entirety. Embarc’s Code of Conduct and “Living Our Values” are priorities throughout the lifetime of an employee’s journey with Embarc, and retrainings on this critical content is conducted during daily “standup” meetings,
in quarterly all hands meetings and annually
during a store-wide retreat.
As an Embarc employee, it’s important for individuals to always act in a way that helps the company achieve its goals. Below is a list of
conduct that is not allowed at Embarc. This list
is just a general overview, and any actions that
could potentially harm the safety or well-being
of others or harm overall operations may also
result in disciplinary action, including termination.
◦ Falsifying employment records, employment information, or other records. ◦ Inefficient or careless performance of job
responsibilities or inability to perform job
duties satisfactorily.
◦ Recording the work time of another employee or allowing any other employee to record your work time or falsifying any
timecard.
◦ Theft and deliberate or careless damage or
destruction of any of Embarc’s property, or
the property of any employee or customer.
◦ Removing or borrowing company property
without prior authorization.
◦ Unauthorized use or misuse of equipment,
time, materials, or facilities.
◦ Provoking a fight or fighting during working
hours or on the premises.
◦ Participating in horseplay or practical jokes
during work or on the premises.
◦ Carrying firearms or any other dangerous
weapons on the premises at any time.
◦ Causing, creating or participating in a disruption of any kind during working hours on the premises.
◦ Insubordination, including but not limited to failure or refusal to obey the orders or instructions of a supervisor or member
of management, or the use of abusive or
threatening language toward a supervisor
or member of management.
◦ Using abusive, threatening, or intimidating
language at any time on the premises.
◦ Violation of punctuality and attendance
policies. Absences protected by State or
federal law do not count as violations of
this policy. Protected paid sick time under
California law does not count as a violation
of this policy.
◦ Failing to obtain permission to leave work
for any reason during normal working
hours, not including meal periods.
◦ Failing to observe working schedules, including rest and meal periods. ◦ Sleeping or malingering on the job.
◦ Making or accepting personal telephone
calls, including cell phone calls, of more
than three minutes in duration during working hours, except in cases of emergency or extreme circumstances.
◦ Working overtime without authorization or
refusing to work assigned overtime.
◦ Violation of dress standards.
◦ Violation of any safety, health, security or
Embarc policy, rule or procedure.
◦ Violation of Embarc’s drug and alcohol policy.
◦ Committing a fraudulent act or a breach of
trust under any circumstances.
◦ Violating Embarc’s anti-harassment or
equal employment opportunity policies;
and
◦ Failing to promptly report work-related injury or illness. • Smoking:
Smoking of any kind is prohibited at Embarc.
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devices, including, but not limited to, the use of
electronic smoking devices, such as electronic
cigarettes, pipes, hookahs and vaping devices. Cannabis consumption is never allowed on site.
• Drug & Alcohol Abuse:
Embarc is concerned about the use of alcohol
and illegal drugs as it affects the workplace.
Use of these substances, whether on or off
the job, can detract from an employee’s work
performance, efficiency, safety, and health,
and seriously impair operations. In addition,
the use or possession of these substances on
the job constitutes a potential danger to the
welfare and safety of other employees and exposes Embarc to the risks of property loss or damage, or injury to other persons.
The following rules and standards of conduct
apply to all employees while on Embarc property, at work, or working on Embarc business.
The following are strictly prohibited by Embarc
policy:
◦ Being under the influence of, or impaired
by, an illegal or controlled substance or alcohol while on the job. ◦ Using or possessing illegal or controlled
substances or alcohol while on the job (including the illegal use of prescription drugs and possessing drug paraphernalia).
◦ Distributing, selling, storing, dispensing,
manufacturing or purchasing of an illegal
or controlled substance or alcohol while on
the job.
Violation of these rules and standards of conduct is serious and will not be tolerated. Violations will result in disciplinary action up to and including termination. Embarc also may bring
the matter to the attention of appropriate law
enforcement authorities.
In order to enforce this policy, Embarc reserves
the right to conduct searches of company
property or employees and/or their personal
property, and to implement other measures
necessary to deter and detect abuse of this
policy.
An employee’s conviction on a charge of illegal sale or possession of any controlled substance while off company property will not be tolerated because such conduct, even though
off duty, reflects adversely on Embarc. In addition, Embarc must keep people who sell or possess controlled substances off company
premises in order to keep the controlled substances themselves off the premises. • Conducting Personal Business:
Employees are to conduct only Embarc business while at work. Employees may not conduct personal business or business for another employer during their scheduled working hours.
• Confidential Information:
Each employee is responsible for safeguarding confidential information obtained during employment. Employees may have access to
trade secrets or similarly protected proprietary
or confidential information regarding Embarc’s
business (such as financial data, research
and development, marketing, business plans
or strategies, suppliers, business partners or
customers). Employees have a responsibility
to prevent revealing or divulging any such information unless it is necessary to do so in the performance of duties or as required by law.
This policy does not prohibit employees from
confidentially disclosing trade secret, proprietary or confidential information to federal, State and local government officials, or to an
attorney, when done to report or investigate a
suspected violation of the law.
• Customer Relations:
Employees are expected to be polite, courteous, prompt and attentive to every customer.
When an employee encounters an uncomfortable situation that they do not feel capable of handling, the General Manager (or Manager)
should be called immediately. Customers are
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While Embarc does not seek to interfere with
the off-duty and personal conduct of its employees, certain types of off-duty conduct may interfere with Embarc’s legitimate business interests. Off-duty conduct by an employee that directly conflicts with Embarc’s essential business interests and disrupts business operations will not be tolerated. • Notification of Criminal Conviction:
All employees are required to notify Embarc’s
HR department of any criminal convictions
(misdemeanors or felonies other than minor
traffic violations). This notification must be
made within 72 hours of the conviction. Employees who are convicted of a crime that is deemed to be job related may be subject to
reassignment and/or disciplinary action up to
and including termination, and employees acknowledge that their continued employment may not be permissible due to local and/or
State regulatory requirement. Pursuant to applicable federal, State and local law, Embarc is obligated to report serious criminal convictions to local law enforcement, and in so doing, may be required to terminate the employee in
order to remain in good standing.
• Health & Safety:
All employees are responsible for their own
safety as well as that of others in the workplace.
To help maintain a safe workplace, everyone
must be safety-conscious at all times. Employees must immediately report all work-related injuries or illnesses to their supervisor or the
human resources department utilizing company policies and procedures. In compliance with California law, and to promote the concept of
a safe workplace, Embarc maintains an Injury
and Illness Prevention Program.
• Security:
Embarc has developed guidelines to help maintain a secure workplace. Employees should be aware of persons loitering for no apparent
reason in parking areas, walkways, entrances
and exits and service areas. Employees must
report any suspicious persons or activities to
security personnel. Employees should immediately notify their supervisor when unknown persons are acting in a suspicious manner in
or around the facilities, or when keys, security
passes, or identification badges are missing.
• Restricted Access Areas:
Visitors with no business purpose such as
friends, family and significant others are restricted from accessing any area of the facility other than those allowable for customers. Restricted areas include, but are not limited to, the break room, inventory room, Management
Office and any other back of house area. Violation of this policy may result in termination. • Sales Limit Violations:
Embarc takes sales limits seriously and any violation of the State mandated sales limit will result in a final warning. If an employee exceeds the daily sales limit a second time, they will be subject to immediate termination.
• Workplace Violence:
Embarc has adopted the following workplace
violence policy to ensure a safe working environment for all employees. Embarc has zero tolerance for acts of violence and threats of
violence. Without exception, acts and threats
of violence are not permitted. All such acts and
threats, even those made in apparent jest, will
be taken seriously, and will lead to discipline
up to and including termination. Possession
of non-work-related weapons on the premises
and at Embarc-sponsored events shall constitute a threat of violence. It is every employee’s responsibility to assist in establishing and maintaining a violence-free work environment.
• Open-Door Policy:
Employee suggestions for improving Embarc
are always welcome. Employee complaints,
questions and suggestions are important to
us. Employees with a suggestion, problem, or
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immediate Manager as soon as possible. If the
employee is uncomfortable speaking to their
immediate Manager, they are encouraged to
bring the issue to Human Resources or any
other member of management for timely resolution.
• Personnel Records:
Every employee has a right to inspect or receive a copy of the personnel records that Embarc maintains relating to their performance or to any grievance concerning them.
• Off-Duty Use of Facilities:
Employees are prohibited from remaining on
Embarc premises or making use of Company
facilities while not on duty. Employees are expressly prohibited from using Company facilities, Company property, or Company equipment for personal use. • Workplace Privacy:
Audio/Video Recordings: Due to concerns regarding the potential for invasion of privacy, sexual or other harassment and protection of
proprietary or confidential information, employees may not use any audio or video recording devices while on working time.
Employee Orientation Procedures & New Hire Training
As detailed earlier in this section, Embarc employees undergo extensive and highly structured orientation and onboarding as well as ongoing
training throughout their careers to ensure compliance, protection of public health and safety, and superior customer education and service.
Embarc’s training program is not haphazard; it has
been created by nearly a dozen executives with
decades of experience in cannabis and beyond,
including the former Chief Operating Officer of
The Gap, and is focused on developing best-inclass teams. This program is vital to bridging skills and experience gaps.
Prior to hiring, all applicants will complete a
pre-employment screening which will verify their
eligibility for employment based on age (21), on
completion of a Criminal Background check in
accordance with DCC regulations and municipal
code, and approval by the Union City Chief of Police.
As discussed earlier in this Labor and Employment Plan, Embarc employees undergo two weeks of training prior to the store opening. This
training program focuses on compliance, security,
operating procedures, cannabis knowledge, and
product-specific expertise. The program consists
of three tiers:
• Tier 1 Training
Cannabis 101
(3 Days)
• Tier 2 Training
Understanding Embarc
(2 Days)
• Tier 3 Training
Compliance & Best Practices
(5 Days)
After completing the two-week initial training,
Guides will be required to complete various weekly, quarterly, and annual trainings. Select Guides will also complete the Cannabis Care Certification
program developed by the nationally recognized
Americans for Safe Access Foundation (“ASA”),
which is designed to help individuals better understand the role of cannabis therapeutics through a structured learning environment. Guides who
complete this program gain knowledge that plays
a pivotal role in educating our customers.
Access to quality training and education on an
ongoing basis is a cornerstone of effectively providing equal opportunities for employee development. It is through implementing the policies and programs that ensure all employees have the educational training to succeed that Embarc successfully attracts, supports and empowers a diverse workforce where equal opportunities for development are achieved.
Please see the Onboarding and Initial Training
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Benefits
In addition to good working conditions and competitive pay, it is Embarc’s policy to provide a combination of supplemental benefits to all eligible employees. In keeping with this goal, each benefit program has been carefully devised. These policies have been developed over the years and
continue to be refined to keep up with changing
times and needs.
Embarc employees are offered significant benefits which are designed to provide every employee with the opportunity to maximize their compensation and professional development. Below is a list of the benefits offered to Employees at Embarc:
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• Free Mental Health Counseling
• Vacation/Paid Time Off
• Maternity & Paternity Leave
• Family Leave
• Pregnancy Disability
• Sick Leave
• Bereavement Leave
• Jury Duty and Witness Leave
• Time Off to Vote
• Victims of Crime Leave
• Domestic Violence Leave
• Sexual Assault or Stalking Leave and Accommodation
• Civil Air Patrol Leave
• Military Leave
• Military Spouse Leave
• Organ and Bone Marrow Donor Leave
• School and Child Care Activities Leave
• Volunteer Civil Service Personnel Leave
• Disability Leave
• Parental Bonus
• Unpaid Time Off
• Paid Volunteerism
• Life Insurance
• Financial Literacy
• Tuition Assistance and Scholarship Program
• Transportation Assistance
• Embarc Cares – A Fund for Team Members in
Need
• Internal Employee Incentive Program
• Employee Stock Option Program
• Employee Discount
• Employee Education Platform
Please see the Living Wage section of this Labor
and Employment Plan for detailed information on
each of these employee benefits.
5. If the Commercial Cannabis Business has
twenty (20) or more non-supervisory employees,
the applicant must attest that they are committed to or have entered into a labor peace agreement and will abide by its terms.
Integral to our commitment to our team are our labor partnerships which help to create a workplace that aligns with our employees’ values. Embarc is
one of only a handful of cannabis companies in
the state to have a unionized workforce in recognition of the collective bargaining rights of our employees.
Under State law, cannabis companies are required
to sign a Labor Peace Agreement upon reaching
an employee threshold, which is why many cannabis companies have Labor Peace Agreements (LPAs) or have engaged in outreach to initiate the
process of signing an LPA once operational. While
this is important—and required by law—a Labor
Peace Agreement simply stipulates neutrality
should the Union opt to seek to organize employees, a process that is often met with resistance from the employer.
In contrast, Embarc’s commitment to labor has
been evident since the beginning, with proactive
outreach to the Union to sign Labor Peace Agreements before ever reaching the employee threshold, or in many cases before ever even submitting a license application in a community. We have
committed to positioning the Union with our workforce by aligning with the core value of fundamentally valuing our employees.
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Local 8 and Local 5 to represent employees across
currently operational stores. This labor partnership will soon be expanded to include UFCW Local 770 given our recent selection in Ventura. This is a testament to our commitment to true employee representation and indicative our pre-existing efforts as one of only a few cannabis companies
to unionize statewide.
6. Describe to what extent the business will be
a locally managed enterprise whose Owners reside within Union City and/or the County of Alameda.
Embarc Union City will be a locally managed enterprise with an owner who residents within Union City:
• Raymond Gonzales Jr.: 5%
• Dustin Moore: 5%
• Lauren Carpenter: 90%
Owner Raymond Gonzales Jr. has been an active
and engaged resident of Union City for decades.
He served on Union City’s Planning Commission
for twelve years and his track record in the development and continued advancement of this community is embodied in his efforts while serving in that role.
Owners Dustin Moore and Lauren Carpenter are
seasoned cannabis operators with a track record
of responsible and compliant retail operations. Biographies and relevant qualifications for all owners have been provided in other sections of this submission.
In addition, nearly 20% of Embarc’s leadership
team resides in Alameda County, and the store
will hire 100% locally to ensure a locally managed
enterprise.
“As detailed in their proposal, the
Company is committed to 100% local
hiring, a living wage, meaningful
benefits and opportunities for
advancement within the company. It
is these commitments that ensure
employment at Embarc will provide
for local workers and their families,
allowing the Company’s workforce to
be—and remain – truly local.
Embarc operates under Collective
Bargaining Agreements in the
communities where they operate,
ensuring their workers are
afforded the benefit of Union
representation. This is indicative
of the Company’s values and just
one of the reasons we fully support
their application.”
JIM ARABY,
UNITED FOOD & COMMERCIAL
WORKERS UNION—LOCAL 5
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CONCLUSION
Embarc lives its values through action, providing wages that are among the highest in the industry and a plethora of benefits, as well as a demonstrated track record of meaningful inclusion, education, training and matriculation programs, among others. Importantly, these are not just promises made for the purposes of an application, but rather a proven track record in every community where Embarc operates. These values are indicative of who Embarc is and thus who we will be if selected to operate locally.
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I live very near 2625 & 2633 Decoto Rd. I am very much opposed to a cannabis dispensary at this location. I have lived here on Cherrywood Dr. for more than 51 years. I have seen this area increase in value over the years. It has been a pleasant place to live. I am sure the neighborhood will decline in safety, cleanliness, and
families with children.
I have witnessed the decline in such places in Portland, Oregon. I have relatives who have seen a sharp drop in property values and difficulty in selling homes when a cannabis dispensary opened in their neighborhood . Most people I know would not buy a home near such a business.
If my voice counts at all I want it known that I do not want a cannabis dispensary in Union City, much less so near to my home.
Dolores Galvan
Union City, CA 94587
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Dear Councilmember,
I am writing to you today to express my strong opposition to the proposed marijuana store in our town (near James Logan High School). I believe that this store would be a detriment to our community and would pose a number of risks to our residents.
First, I am concerned about the impact that this store would have on our youth. Marijuana use is already on the rise among teenagers, and I fear that the presence of a marijuana store in our town would only make it easier for them to obtain this drug. Marijuana use can have serious consequences for young people, including impaired cognitive development, increased risk of addiction, and mental health problems. I have kids and I am very concerned about this store.
Second, I am concerned about the potential for crime associated with this store. Marijuana is still illegal under federal law, and there is a risk that the presence of a marijuana store in our town would attract drug traffickers and other criminals. This could lead to an increase in crime in our community, which would make our residents less safe. We have already seen the 2 existing marijuana stores in union city. I know you guys have records of these but on July 7 there was a shooting during a robbery at Flor, June 18 Car break in at Flor (Robbery), June 10 driving a truck to break the door at Lemonnade.
Third, I am concerned about the impact that this store would have on our property values.
Studies have shown that the presence of a marijuana store can lower property values in surrounding areas. This is because many people do not want to live near a marijuana store, and they are willing to pay less for a home in an area where there is one.
For all of these reasons, I urge you to vote against the proposed marijuana store. I believe that this store would be a detriment to our community and would pose a number of risks to our residents.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely, Harkirpal Singh Sehmbey
Union City, Ca 94587
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CANNABIS PERMIT
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my STRONG OPPOSITION to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7PM.
I’ve heard from the news that the current two stores in our city have been involved in several incidents, which could potentially harm our community. Additionally, the proximity of the stores to the only high school in our city is a cause for concern regarding the safety of our young generation.
Please considering our concerns.
Sincerely.
Lirui Liu
, union city, ca, 94587
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Albert Tang
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Hi There,
I am concerned about the impact that this proposed Pot Store @ Cherrywood would have on our children.
Marijuana is a drug that can be harmful to developing brains, and I do not want my children to be exposed to it.
I am also concerned about the potential for this store to attract crime and loitering, which would make our neighborhood less safe.
I strongly urge you to oppose the opening of this marijuana store in our neighborhood.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
The Tang family
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Dear All,
Please no Cannabis store near the James Logan High school, it will affect our children. This is a temptation for them. This suppose to be a place for them to study peacefully, not thinking about the marijuana shop near by. It is 600 yards walking distance from James Logan High. It will cause a lots problems. Please! Please! Please! No Cannabis store
near the High school.
My name is Lily Wong
Union City, CA
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chunyuan he
Sun 7/9/2023 10:35 PM
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Subject: Cannabis Permit
Dear Union City Leaders,
I am sending this email to you is to request stopping a new marijuana store in Union City (Cherrywood Center).
There are lots of bad consequences would be in our city. This is not fair for all the residents.
There is the dangerous facts list:
1. Teenagers at James Logan High (within 700 yards) have convenient access to cannabis!
2. Decreased value in our houses nearby.
3. More crimes, as we have already seen in the 2 existing marijuana stores:
a. Shooting during a robbery at Flor in Union Landing on July 7! b. Robbery by driving a car to break the doors at Flor on June 18! c. Robbery by driving a truck to break the doors at Lemonade on June 10!
4. our backyard/street is being used as an escape route.
5. Increasing shoplifting, nuisances, vandalism, and reselling marijuana in our neighborhood!
6. More drug addicts or people under influence roaming around our house!
7. Customers and potential home buyers are scared away by drugs and crimes! I am sure you all know the dangerous facts by the drug store or drug trading. You all want to create a great living environment for your people. I know all of you have a kind heart.
I would like to ask you all, how many people know about the Opium War in China? You might know that the British and USA got a lot of profit from opium trading with China, it was a great business for both British and USA. However, you might not know during that time the Chinese were suffering. The Chinese citizens were addicted to the drug. In order to earn money to pay for the drug, people sold their children, wives, and property. Some even lost their lives, families were destroyed, communities were destroyed, and societies were destroyed. Since that the Chinese government realized that a drug is a drug, lives would be lost, and the country would be destroyed. That was why Lin Zexu launched the first large-scale anti-opium campaign in human history. Over 1,150,000 kg of opium was destroyed publicly on the beach of Humen, Guangdong. The Chinese woke up. Since that the Chinese government bans drugs, which is to be responsible for her people.
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Let me tell you a story about my family. In 2016, I got my nice house in Union City. We planed to move in a few years later, so we decided to rent it to a tenant. The nightmare started a few months later. The tenant grew marijuana in my house without my permission. They damaged my house. It caused not only a financial issue, but also a mental, physical, time, and stress issue. That was a dark time in our lives. We were suffering for a long time. I had to borrow money to fix it. Now my family is still struggling financially. We still own people money which was borrowed to help fix our house. If this did not happen, our life would be great and relaxed.
We could bring my children to travel around and create new experiences, and I could spend some more money on my children's education.
Another thing I want to bring up to you is, how many of you are really walking deeply in San Francisco, especially some famous drug trading areas? I suggest that you stay in San Francisco for 1 or 2 days to see the environment, feel the atmosphere, and smell the air before making a decision. After you learn about the reality of SF, the street of SF, the people on the street, I hope you all can make a right decision that is good for your people and help your families, your children, your grandchildren stay away from such a horrible thing and live in a healthy, safe, clean, and beautiful neighborhood. It will make all of your citizens proud and appreciate what you have done for them.
I hope my voice is heard. No drug / marijuana trading in our city.
I appreciate your consideration and hope to hear the good news.
Chunyuan He
Union city
City Council/RSA Agenda 423 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Dear Union City Council Members,
Me and my family have been living in Union City since 2009. We saw an increase in the crime rate in our neighborhood.
Me and my family strongly oppose the opening of any “pot/marijuana stores” in Union City.
I have read numerous articles about the decline of neighborhoods that allow these stores and the additional increase of other drugs being filtered through these “legal” shops.
These stores would place our children at a higher risk of addictive behaviors. Our city has kept its high standards by refusing to buy into the “go with the flow” attitudes which have ruined adjacent communities in Alameda County. To divert from the integrity of our community by allowing these stores would be a terrible transgression by this elected council. Keeping Union City as a drug resistant community is now, more than ever, imperative in allowing our children to have a safe and healthy environment as well as setting a good example throughout our city.
Please DO NOT allow this type of corruption in our fine and upstanding community.
With my most sincere wishes,
Peter Li
Union City Resident and Registered Voter
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tina xie
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Lifeng Wan
Union City, CA 94587
City Council/RSA Agenda 425 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:36 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Pati Lakshmi
Sun 7/9/2023 8:03 PM
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Hi City Manager,
I am absolutely against this proposal by you to open the cannabis shop. This is a bad idea where you are considering money over community values. This place you are proposing is surrounded by many residential family homes including a senior citizen center right beside it. Perry road near this proposed place is a daily walking road for many students walking to James Logan high school. Have you imagined impact to them? Have you discussed about the impact this pot shop will have on the surrounding families? This plan is nothing but inviting trouble to this residential area. And I guess you are aware of the shooting incidents few days back near the pot shop at courthouse drive. We don't want it right behind our backyard. It is we the resident who will be dealing with this forever, not you or your family. Imagine a Pot shop next to the famous Baldies café or the 7 eleven shop? These are two very popular place for residents around it, and having a Pot shop right there is a very very bad idea. This will be magnet for criminals who routinely target such places and you must know that. Your decision is going to cause anxiety among all residents around it and will be troubled by knowing that a cannabis store is right in the middle of their neighborhood. As City Manager you must be aware of the residential family homes in all four corners of this small complex. It looks like your proposal is more leaned toward MONEY than the people of Union City. I will not be feeling safe walking near that complex not knowing what may happen like the incident on July 7th and Jun 18th at Flor in Union Landing, Jun 10th in Lemonnade in Union City blvd.
Please do not recommend pot shop in Cherrywood center.
I strongly object to your recommendation regarding the award of a commercial cannabis shop at this place.
NO CANNABIS IN CHERRYWOOD CENTER
Thanks
Lakshmi Pati
City Council/RSA Agenda 426 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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lovejit mann
Sun 7/9/2023 7:14 PM
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Hello,
I'm surprised to find out that with all that's been going around the Arroyo Park, there is now a proposal for a new pot shop in the area. This is just calling for more trouble and will exponentially increase the danger we already face in the society and kids. I really hope you will not let this happen and put teens and families in the harm way.
Best,
Lovejit Singh
City Council/RSA Agenda 427 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:37 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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CANNABIS PERMIT
Matthew Song
Sun 7/9/2023 6:55 PM
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Dear Union City Council Members,
We are the concerned citizens of Union City homeowners. We urge you to reject the proposal to allow a third marijuana store in our town, especially near the high school. This would have a negative impact on the health, safety and education of our youth, as well as the reputation and economy of our community.
We urge your rejection not only because our condo unit is near the proposed location of the third marijuana store, but also Marijuana itself is a harmful substance. It can impair brain development, lower academic performance, increase mental health problems and lead to addiction. Allowing another store to sell marijuana near the high school would expose our students to more temptation, peer pressure and availability of this drug. It would also send a message that our town condones and promotes marijuana use, which could deter potential businesses and residents from investing in our area.
We believe that Union City should prioritize the well-being of its citizens, especially its future generations, over the profits of a few marijuana sellers. We ask you to vote no on the third marijuana store proposal and protect our town from the negative consequences of this decision.
Sincerely,
Jenny & Matthew
City Council/RSA Agenda 428 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Kenny Lei
Sun 7/9/2023 4:36 PM
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To whom it may concern,
I notice there is going to be a new Marijuana store near James Logan High. I strongly oppose to this. The reason is because it will create an easy access to pot for teenager, it will create more potential shooting, robbery and other dangerous crimes in the area. This is indeed an indication for the other area where other existing Marijuana store is located, especially for Union City. I don't see an added benefit by adding another store. Please limit the access to Marijuana, even if it's legal.
Legal does not mean its right, and in fact it's still debatable. I do see detrimental effect to my family members because of Marijuana usage; it affected them mentally and physically. I kindly urge you to stop this development and offer a peace of mind to our family including yourself.
Kind regard,
Kenny
City Council/RSA Agenda 429 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:38 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Jay Zhu
Sun 7/9/2023 1:50 PM
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City clerks and city council members,
My name is Jay Zhu and I live at 35018 Begonia St, Union City, CA 94587.
I strongly oppose the City of Union City to grant the cannabis permit to open a cannabis dispensary at 2625 & 2633 Decoto Rd location.
This location is very close to the residential area, and especially James Logan High School. The increased crime associated with a cannabis dispensary is very concerning. The store could be the target for armed robberies, people walking and driving around under the influence in our neighborhood streets. This WILL cause serious safety problems to all the residents nearby. The recent incident at Flor is an example, no matter how well the store and city guarantees the safety of the methods in place, such incidents will and continue to happen in the future.
WE DO NOT WANT IT TO HAPPEN IN OUR NEIGHBORHOODS! PLEASE DENY THE CANNABIS PERMIT AT THIS LOCATION!!!
Thank you.
Jay Zhu
City Council/RSA Agenda 430 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Abhinav Mishra
Sun 7/9/2023 12:50 PM
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Dear Sir/Ma’am,
As a resident of nearby place, my wife and I request you to please ensure that a pot shop is not opened near the residential area which may also affect children near James Logan High School.
City Council/RSA Agenda 431 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:39 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Anne Rabbit
Sun 7/9/2023 10:09 AM
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Anne Xia
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City Council/RSA Agenda 432 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:39 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public h Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a health career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry? Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been assoc including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our com our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Lily Mao
Fremont CA 94536
Strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road Lily Mao
Sun 7/9/2023 9:31 AM
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City Council/RSA Agenda 433 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:39 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Sun 7/9/2023 8:38 AM
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Melody Sun
Thornton ave, fremont
City Council/RSA Agenda 434 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:40 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Tony (Taotao) Yu
Sun 7/9/2023 7:09 AM
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
The proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Tony Yu
Fremont, CA 94555
City Council/RSA Agenda 435 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:40 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Yuee Feng
Sun 7/9/2023 6:59 AM
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Yuee Feng
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City Council/RSA Agenda 436 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:41 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Qi Zheng
Sat 7/8/2023 11:52 PM
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.
Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Qi Zheng
Fremont CA
City Council/RSA Agenda 437 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 11:41 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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lingling zhang
Sat 7/8/2023 2:14 PM
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Hi，Anna
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my deep concerns regarding the proposed cannabis permit in Union City. As a concerned resident and member of this community, I strongly oppose the granting of this permit and urge you to reconsider the potential negative impact it could have on our city.
While I understand that the legalization of cannabis has been a topic of debate, I firmly believe that allowing a cannabis permit in Union City would have detrimental effects on the overall well-being and safety of our community. Here are a few key points that highlight my concerns:
1. Public Health and Safety: Cannabis use can have significant health and safety implications, especially when it comes to impaired driving and increased substance abuse rates. By permitting a cannabis establishment, we would be promoting an environment that potentially exposes our residents, including vulnerable populations such as minors, to increased risks.
2. Property Values and Community Image: The presence of a cannabis establishment can negatively impact property values and the overall image of our community. Potential homebuyers may be deterred from investing in Union City due to concerns about the associated social and economic ramifications of such establishments.
3. Social Disruption: A cannabis permit could lead to social disruption and a decline in the quality of life for Union City residents. Increased foot traffic, potential loitering, and the potential for an increase in crime rates are just a few of the concerns that arise when introducing such establishments into our neighborhood.
4. Impact on Local Businesses: Granting a cannabis permit may have adverse effects on local businesses, particularly those in close proximity to the establishment. The competition and changing dynamics introduced by a cannabis establishment could lead to the closure of long-established businesses and the loss of jobs.
Considering these points, I respectfully request that you take into account the well-being and future of our community and reject the proposed cannabis permit in Union City. I believe it is crucial to prioritize the safety, values, and prosperity of our residents over the potential revenue generated by this industry.
Thank you for your time and consideration. I trust that you will make a decision that truly represents the best interests of Union City and its residents.
Sincerely,
City Council/RSA Agenda 438 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Fremont, CA 94555
803-381-5324
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City Council/RSA Agenda 439 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Bobbie Garcia
Sat 7/8/2023 9:40 AM
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City Manager and Council Members,
I sent a letter July 7 about not wanting the Cannabis Dispensary to be approved at the Cherrywood Center. This was before KRON4 broke the news about the break in and shooting at Flor on Courthouse Drive. If this doesn't pound home why there shouldn't be a dispensary right next people's home, I don't know what else will.
Union City cannabis dispensary break-in
results in shooting, suspects at large
by: Bay City News
Posted: Jul 7, 2023 / 12:24 PM PDT
Updated: Jul 8, 2023 / 07:17 AM PDT
(BCN) — An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the Union City Police Department said Friday.
At about 1:38 a.m. early Friday morning, police were alerted to a panic alarm at the FLOR cannabis dispensary on Courthouse Drive. On-site security said suspects forced themselves into the business to steal property, police said.
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When security confronted them, the suspects began shooting and struck a victim, who is expected to survive. The suspects fled from the scene and have not been located, Union City Police said.
Detectives are investigating this as an attempted murder.
Anyone who might have information helpful to this case is encouraged to contact Detective Rivas at (510) 675-5399 or the investigations unit at (510) 675-5207. Anonymous tips can be sent to (510) 675-5207 or emailed to [email protected].
Bobbie Garcia
,Union City,CA.94587
City Council/RSA Agenda 440 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Bobbie Garcia
Fri 7/7/2023 11:09 AM
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Union City, Ca 94587
July 07, 2023
Union City Council
34009 Alvarado-Niles Rd.
Union City, CA. 94587
City Manager and Members of City Council,
I am writing because I am deeply concerned about the proposed cannabis dispensary located at Cherrywood Center, 2625 & 2633 Decoto Rd. in Union City. My home backs up to the alley behind the shopping center. My backyard is 18 feet from the back door of the proposed dispensary. Needless to say, I have many concerns about the possible negative impact to my property and my family.
I feel misled and deceived by the person who surveyed my opinion about a new cannabis store in Union City. I was caught off guard when I responded yes, and was thinking about Flor in a completely COMMERCIAL setting. There was never any mention that it would be in Cherrywood Center smack dab in the middle of a RESIDENTIAL area and right behind my house. I want to go on the record as a resounding no for the proposed dispensary.
Below is a list of my concerns.
Increased noise and vehicle traffic in the alley. Along with the possibility of the employees or customers taking their smoke break in the alley. I had to file a complaint with the Alameda County DA’s office over a previous tenant in the same location, The Cherry Pit Bar whose patrons liked to smoke outside in the alley. I do not want to smell cigarettes or marijuana in my yard or home.
Increased crime associated with a cannabis dispensary such as vandalism, shoplifting, reselling marijuana in the parking lot. A storefront dispensary could be a target for armed robberies. My backyard is really close and could be easily used as an escape route.
Increased loitering, pedestrian and vehicle traffic in our quiet neighborhood. People driving and walking around under the influence in our neighborhood streets.
City Council/RSA Agenda 442 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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The dispensary could negatively impact my property value, or in the very least decrease the number of potential buyers I might have if I decided to sell. I for one would not purchase a house so close to a cannabis dispensary. Would you?
I am asking the City Council and City Manager not to allow a Cannabis Dispensary to open in the Cherrywood Center.
Respectfully,
Roberta Garcia
Roberta Garcia
Union City,CA.94587
City Council/RSA Agenda 443 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:43 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Ida Cabrera
Mon 7/10/2023 5:30 PM
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Please do not place a cannabis store in our neighborhood. Union Landing store has proven all they do is attract crime. I have lived in this neighborhood for over fifty years and have always felt save. I love living here but my family wants me to move because of all the crime in the area. I don’t want to move but if they learn about a marijuana shop right next door they may force me to move. So please don’t let that happen.
Ida Cabrera
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City Council/RSA Agenda 444 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:43 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Evon Chong
Mon 7/10/2023 4:23 PM
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No Pot in the Spot (Cherrywood Center)
Submitted by Evon Chong & Timothy Chong, residents @ Union City City Council/RSA Agenda 445 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Jason Han
Mon 7/10/2023 4:09 PM
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To whom it may concern:
I am a resident of Union City and I'm the father of a 9-year-old little girl. I am writing to urge you to please say NO to the new cannabis shop that is being proposed on Decoto Rd, near my home and my daughter's home school. Our community has a lot of young kids, and I'm NOT OK with this cannabis location.
There are criminal facts that already happened to the current cannabis shop recently:
1. Shooting during a robbery at Flow in Union Landing on July 7!
2. Robbery by driving a car to break the doors at Flor on June 18!
3. Robbery by driving a truck to break the doors at Lemonnade on June 10! The new cannabis shop on Decoto Rd would result in similar crime and incidents, thus putting our community kids in possible harm and in situations where they could barely understand at their age.
Please say NO to the new proposed cannabis store.
Thanks so much for your time.
Jason Han
City Council/RSA Agenda 446 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:44 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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kurt nielsen
Mon 7/10/2023 3:59 PM
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I just want to voice my opinion and oppose a cannabis store being put up so close to the high school and surrounding areas this city has enough problems without adding to it and ruining our kids Sent from my iPhone
City Council/RSA Agenda 447 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:45 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Mon 7/10/2023 3:58 PM
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As a long time residents in the City of Union City, Me and my family are strongly objecting to the idea of opening a pot center in Our City.
It will increase traffic, drug dealing, shoplifting, nuisance, vandalism more homeless people roaming around our neighborhood.
There will be more drugs and crimes especially affecting our high school students at Logan High School. It will run down our neighborhood and thus our home pricing. A pot center will drag down our quality of life in the shorter and longer term. WE DON' T NEED IT1
City Council/RSA Agenda 448 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:45 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Sherry Hu <
Mon 7/10/2023 3:36 PM
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To whom it may concern:
I just hear about the proposal that there will be a new cannabis shop on Decoto Road. As a resident in Union City, I’m writing to urger u to please say No!
First of all, I have young child and I don’t want my child to be exposed to drugs so easily. U may say, dispensaries have strict guidelines and security, but how can u guarantee someone won't buy the cannabis and give it to others, especially teenagers. The pot shop is so close to James Logan High.
And also although the security is strict, but several days ago, there’s one Attempt Murder in FLOR(the first cannabis shop). Strict security not equal to community safety. With more cannabis shops opening around, there must be a lot of people who are addicted to cannabis come, they may use and dispense during neighborhood, affecting the environment and the safety of the resident community. I don’t want that some days/months/years later, when I open the door, see strangers smoke cannabis in front of my door and when my child see it, he thinks it’s normal.
Last but not least, although a new cannabis shop can bring tax revenue, but this is shortsighted. More regular shops and residents will be driven away by the side effects of cannabis shop(more homeless, more addicted people, less safe environment).
To conclude, please say No to the new cannabis shop in our Union City.
Thank u very much
City Council/RSA Agenda 449 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:46 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Rosario Safreno
Mon 7/10/2023 2:40 PM
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Hello,
I am very concerned about this sheet of paper sent to us thru the mail about having a future marijuana store near James Logan.
I am a resident of Towhee Ct Union City for 39 years and due to some homeless people living by the gulley near the Arroyo Park on Osprey Drive, my street has witnessed 2 deaths in the park and a stolen vehicle 2 houses away from my house in my street.
Now it will add another potential crimes by having a marijuana store where HS students can buy.
Please do not allow this store to be set up and built in our city. My husband and I strong,y object to it, Thanks,
Rosario Safreno
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City Council/RSA Agenda 450 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:46 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Lety Mendoza <
Mon 7/10/2023 2:24 PM
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To whom it may concern: I am a resident of Union City and I am a teacher here in Union City as well. I am writing to urge you to please say NO to the new cannabis shop that is being proposed near James Logan High school. I have young children of my own and I am NOT ok with yet ANOTHER cannabis location here in Union City.
Also, the proposed new location is in an area where many of my students live. This could result in many negative incidents and put my students in possible harm and in situations where they could potentially witness things they should NOT be seeing at their young age.
Please say NO to the new proposed cannabis store.
Thanks so much for your time.
City Council/RSA Agenda 451 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/10/23, 5:57 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Mon 7/10/2023 5:51 PM
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Dear Union City Council Members,
I am writing to you as a long-time resident of Union City, deeply invested in its future growth and prosperity. I wish to express my strong opposition to the recent proposal to establish a new marijuana dispensary in our beloved city. My concerns stem from developmental, economic, and safety perspectives.
On city development, introducing a marijuana shop may significantly alter the identity of our city and deter potential residents and businesses that perceive it negatively. This can subsequently affect the community’s unity and vision of a family-friendly environment that we have cultivated so lovingly over the years. It could diminish the appeal of our city to potential newcomers, negatively impacting growth.
From an economic viewpoint, although a marijuana dispensary could provide a short-term increase in tax revenue, it may have long-term detriments. Increased availability and promotion of marijuana could potentially burden our healthcare systems with marijuana-related health issues, outweighing any economic benefits. Moreover, it may discourage other more diverse and sustainable businesses from establishing themselves in our city, limiting our economic growth.
Lastly, and perhaps most importantly, are the safety concerns. Although marijuana is legal for adult use in our state, its presence could inadvertently make it more accessible to our youth. This could lead to increased underage use, impairments in cognitive development, and potential legal and societal issues. Furthermore, dispensaries can also become targets for crimes, posing additional risks to our community’s safety and police resources.
We all want what’s best for Union City. While some see a potential revenue source in a marijuana dispensary, I urge the council to consider the long-term implications on our community’s character, economic health, and safety. Let us focus on more sustainable, safe, and community-friendly options that would propel Union City into a prosperous future while maintaining the values and vision that make our city unique.
I kindly request you to reconsider the proposed establishment of the marijuana dispensary in Union City. Thank you for your time and understanding in this matter.
Sincerely
City Council/RSA Agenda 452 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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7/11/23, 10:42 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Yu Anping
Tue 7/11/2023 8:34 AM
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Greeting，
My name is Anping YU, address Arroyo Dr, Union City. I have been Union City resident since 1998.
This email is a No to Cannabis Permit on 2625-2633 Decoto Rd, Union City.
Regards,
Anping YU
发自我的 iPhone
City Council/RSA Agenda 458 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:28 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Edgewatercompany
Tue 7/11/2023 9:59 AM
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I write today to voice my vehement opposition to the licensing of a marijuana store at the Cherrywood Center in Union City. As a twenty-plus year resident, I have always felt Union City was one of the safest places to live in the Bay Area. But no more. The increase crime across the city, combined with the approval of pot dispensaries has shattered that sense of safety.
Within the last week the marijuana store at Union Landing was the target of a violent robbery.
Shockingly, I have learned that Union City is considering licensing another marijuana store in what is largely a residential neighborhood- my neighborhood, and worse still within 700 yards of a local school.
I wish to go on record expressing my unwavering opposition to the addition of a marijuana store located at Cherrywood Center or anywhere this residential area of Union City. Such stores attract crime, armed robbery, vandalism and individuals under the influence. Recent events at FLOR only serve to underscore the danger of these types of businesses.
I urge every member of the Union City council to vote against the permit, and I will be carefully watching the decision to guide me as to where my vote should go- or be withheld- in the next election. I will make every effort to make sure my neighbors know who on the council protects residents, and who is simply motivated by tax revenue.
Craig Roberts
Union City, CA
Union City cannabis dispensary break-in
results in shooting, suspects at large
(BCN) — An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the Union City Police Department said Friday.
At about 1:38 a.m. early Friday morning, police were alerted to a panic alarm at the FLOR cannabis dispensary on Courthouse Drive. On-site security said suspects forced themselves into the business to steal property, police said.
When security confronted them, the suspects began shooting and struck a victim, who is expected to survive. The suspects fled from the scene and have not been located, Union City Police said.
Detectives are investigating this as an attempted murder.
City Council/RSA Agenda 459 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:29 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Amy
Tue 7/11/2023 9:57 AM
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Please ….. stop this permit, it’s too much already. Small town as Union City needs peaceful and no crimes. Thank you。🙏
Resident ：Peter & Amy Liu
Address:
Union City CA 94587
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City Council/RSA Agenda 460 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Gmzsilv
Tue 7/11/2023 7:15 AM
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To whom it may concern,
Union city already has 2 dispensaries which seems adequate for a city of our size. Dispensaries bring crime to Union city and we are already burdened with enough to make us feel unsafe in our community.
Our families, our children deserve to live in a safe and comfortable community.
Union City Resident,
Michelle Silva
City Council/RSA Agenda 461 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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City Council/RSA Agenda 462 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:31 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Doctor Viche
Tue 7/11/2023 9:47 AM
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I write today to voice my vehement opposition to the licensing of a marijuana store at the Cherrywood Center in Union City. As a twenty-plus year resident, I have always felt Union City was one of the safest places to live in the Bay Area. But no more. The increase crime across the city, combined with the approval of pot dispensaries has shattered that sense of safety.
Within the last week the marijuana store at Union Landing was the target of a violent robbery.
Shockingly, I have learned that Union City is considering licensing another marijuana store in what is largely a residential neighborhood- my neighborhood, and worse still within 700 yards of a local school.
I wish to go on record expressing my unwavering opposition to the addition of a marijuana store located at Cherrywood Center or anywhere this residential area of Union City. Such stores attract crime, armed robbery, vandalism and individuals under the influence. Recent events at FLOR only serve to underscore the danger of these types of businesses.
I urge every member of the Union City council to vote against the permit, and I will be carefully watching the decision to guide me as to where my vote should go- or be withheld- in the next election. I will make every effort to make sure my neighbors know who on the council protects residents, and who is simply motivated by tax revenue.
Vicente Cedillo
Lambert Court
Union City. CA
Union City cannabis dispensary break-in
results in shooting, suspects at large
(BCN) — An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the Union City Police Department said Friday.
At about 1:38 a.m. early Friday morning, police were alerted to a panic alarm at the FLOR cannabis dispensary on Courthouse Drive. On-site security said suspects forced themselves into the business to steal property, police said.
When security confronted them, the suspects began shooting and struck a victim, who is expected to survive. The suspects fled from the scene and have not been located, Union City Police said.
City Council/RSA Agenda 463 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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City Council/RSA Agenda 464 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Tue 7/11/2023 9:43 AM
To:City Clerk <[email protected]>;Anna M. Brown <[email protected]>;Carol Dutra-Vernaci <[email protected]>;Gary Singh <[email protected]>;Jaime Patino <[email protected]>;[email protected] <[email protected]>;Scott Sakakihara <[email protected]>
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I write today to voice my vehement opposition to the licensing of a marijuana store at the Cherrywood Center in Union City. As a twenty-plus year resident, I have always felt Union City was one of the safest places to live in the Bay Area. But no more. The increase crime across the city, combined with the approval of pot dispensaries has shattered that sense of safety.
Within the last week the marijuana store at Union Landing was the target of a violent robbery.
Shockingly, I have learned that Union City is considering licensing another marijuana store in what is largely a residential neighborhood- my neighborhood, and worse still within 700 yards of a local school.
I wish to go on record expressing my unwavering opposition to the addition of a marijuana store located at Cherrywood Center or anywhere this residential area of Union City. Such stores attract crime, armed robbery, vandalism and individuals under the influence. Recent events at FLOR only serve to underscore the danger of these types of businesses.
I urge every member of the Union City council to vote against the permit, and I will be carefully watching the decision to guide me as to where my vote should go- or be withheld- in the next election. I will make every effort to make sure my neighbors know who on the council protects residents, and who is simply motivated by tax revenue.
Craig Guglielmetti
Lambert Court
Union City. CA
Union City cannabis dispensary break-in
results in shooting, suspects at large
(BCN) — An attempted robbery of a cannabis dispensary in Union City has led to a search for suspects wanted for attempted murder, the Union City Police Department said Friday.
At about 1:38 a.m. early Friday morning, police were alerted to a panic alarm at the FLOR cannabis dispensary on Courthouse Drive. On-site security said suspects forced themselves into the business to steal property, police said.
When security confronted them, the suspects began shooting and struck a victim, who is expected to survive. The suspects fled from the scene and have not been located, Union City Police said.
Detectives are investigating this as an attempted murder.
City Council/RSA Agenda 465 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:33 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Two Miles
Tue 7/11/2023 10:32 AM
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To all responsible Union City rulers:
Help our kids and vote NO to the cannabis permit for the location at Decoto Blvd, Union City, CA Union City, CA 94587
Andy & Cindy Kuan
City Council/RSA Agenda 466 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Grace Chen
Tue 7/11/2023 9:21 AM
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We are against all forms of growing and buying or selling cannabis.
Residents of Union City:Grace Chen
City Council/RSA Agenda 467 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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James Ye
Tue 7/11/2023 8:18 AM
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Greeting，
My name is Jingkang Ye, resident of Union City since 1998. My address is Dr, Union City CA 94587.
This email is No to the new permit for cannabis at 2625-2633 Decoto Rd, Union City.
Union City already has the highest number of cannabis store in east bay by population. No more Cannabis Store!
See photo attached.
Regards,
Jingkang(James) Ye
City Council/RSA Agenda 468 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:43 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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City Council/RSA Agenda 470 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:44 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Brenda Yeung <
Tue 7/11/2023 8:00 AM
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Please No Cannabis Dispensary
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City Council/RSA Agenda 471 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 10:45 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Tue 7/11/2023 1:54 AM
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Dear Mayor and City Council,
I recently learned that you are considering allowing a pot shop to open at the Cherrywood Center. My family and I live about a half mile away.
We are against allowing this to happen because of many negative factors:
. Incresed crime (the other dispensories have already faced an uptick in violent crimes). . This area already has many homeless hanging around.
. This shop is too close to Logan High, where an 18-year-old student can buy pot and sell it to his minor friends. . Affect our home's value.
. Potentially increases high people in our neighborhood. This includes drivers. We already have a problem with young people doing donuts and racing throughout the neighborhood endangering children and pets. We don't need to add impaired drivers to the list.
Again, my family and I strongly urge the City to deny permission to open such a risky business near homes, schools, and children.
Thank you.
Sincerely,
James, Linda, and Jason Frederick
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Jane Liao <
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To whom it may concern,
As a mother, I am against the operation of a retail cannabis dispensary in Union City
at 2625 and 2633 Decoto Road because it will seriously affect the physical and mental
health of young people and increase the crime rate of some criminals.
Sincerely,
Jane Liao
Union City
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ag heinz <
Mon 7/10/2023 11:00 PM
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Dear Councilmembers,
I am not against people smoking marihuana in their own homes.
I AM AGAINST FOR UNION CITY TO SELL IT!
At least a couple of you , (Mayor Vernaci/ Mr. Patiño ?) may remember our tumultuous 70s-80s : drugs rampant, robberies rampant, killing rampant. Who can forget the night that Police Chief Caan was murdered.
And it seems that we are going toward that same trend. A "quick" reading in @Nextdoor opens our eyes the amount of crime committed with brazen disregard of police and community.
This dispensary will bring more crime to our city. People from Union City and neighboring towns will make our neighborhoods more dangerous. And it will impact ALL citizens.
Union City is "named" as a "compassionate city" but it seems we need to be more honest and face what our city has become. That's for another time.
Now, I am here to make clear my OPPOSITION to open the cannabis store proposed in the agenda.
PLEASE INCLUDE THIS EMAIL IN YOUR COMMENTS SPACE AT THE CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON TUESDAY, JULY 11, 2023
Sincerely,
Alicia G. Palmieri de Heinz
Union City, Ca. 94587
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Shing Pok Cheung <
Mon 7/10/2023 10:51 PM
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We say NO to cannabis retail on Decoto Road in Union City !! Sent from my iPhone
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Herbert Chiu
Mon 7/10/2023 9:57 PM
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Dear Ms. Brown,
I am writing to express my deep concern about the establishment of a marijuana dispensary in our densely populated residential area. While I understand that the debate surrounding marijuana has evolved over the years, and that some argue for its potential benefits, we must carefully consider the consequences of locating such a facility in close proximity to our homes and families.
First and foremost, we have to recognize the potential negative impact on our community's safety. The presence of a marijuana dispensary could attract unwanted attention and potentially lead to an increase in criminal activity in our neighborhood. It is well-documented that these establishments become targets for theft, putting our homes and personal safety at risk. We must prioritize the well-being of our families and work towards creating a secure environment for everyone.
Moreover, a marijuana dispensary in our residential area could have serious implications for our property values. It is no secret that the proximity of certain businesses can significantly affect the value of nearby homes and commercial buildings. The presence of a marijuana dispensary could potentially decrease property values, making it harder for residents to sell their homes or secure loans. We have worked hard to create a safe and desirable neighborhood, and we should be cautious not to undermine these efforts.
Additionally, we must consider the influence of a marijuana dispensary on the well-being of our children.
The close proximity of such an establishment , especially next to a popular family restaurant , could expose our young ones to an environment that normalizes drug use. As responsible adults, it is our duty to protect our children from unnecessary exposure to substances that could potentially harm their health and future prospects.
Lastly, we must acknowledge the potential adverse effects on the overall atmosphere and quality of life in our community. A residential area should be a place of peace and tranquility, where families can thrive and feel safe. The presence of a marijuana dispensary may bring an influx of traffic, noise, and potential disturbances, disrupting the harmony we have worked so hard to achieve.
In conclusion, while I recognize that the legalization and regulation of marijuana is a complex issue, it is crucial that we carefully consider the implications of locating a dispensary in our dense residential area.
We must prioritize the safety and well-being of our community, the values of our homes and nearby professional buildings, the innocence of our children, and the overall quality of life we enjoy. Let us work together to find a more suitable location for this business that respects the unique character of our neighborhood. Thank you.
Herbert Chiu,DDS
Union City
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Regis Amann <
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I wish to voice my objection to a cannabis dispensary being located in the Cherrywood Center. We already have two dispensaries in town. The city should focus on maintaining the businesses it has in town. Any new business should not present problems such as an attraction for crime.
City Council/RSA Agenda 477 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Tue 7/11/2023 10:53 AM
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As a Union City resident we would like to oppose the expansion of cannabis dispensaries and say "NO" to this intent to award commercial licenses. There are already two cannabis dispensaries in the same zip code and there is no shortage of cannabis supply for patients needing it for medicinal purposes. Union City residents have seen increased use of recreational marijuana and the negative impact of it in the general population leading to unlawful activities and increase in crime. We do not need any more cannabis retail dispensaries.
Best,
Surya Potharaju
Union City CA 94587
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Dear Union City Council and Ms. Anna Brown,
I am writing to express my strong opposition to the proposed cannabis permit for a third commercial cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Road, which will be discussed in the open public hearing on July 11th at 7pm.
Tax Revenue: While it is understood that the cannabis industry can bring in significant tax revenue, one must also consider the hidden costs of this enterprise. Increased policing, the health impact on our youth, and potential damage to community aesthetics can outweigh the financial benefits. Ultimately, the long-term societal costs could surpass the short-term financial gain.
Job Creation: Although the prospect of creating 45-68 local jobs is tempting, we need to question the quality of these jobs and the impact on our community. Will these jobs provide a healthy work environment and meaningful career development opportunities? Or will they merely serve to enable and further the reach of the cannabis industry?
Security & Community Support Plan: While the permit proposal includes an extensive security and community support plan, the existing cannabis stores in our city have already been associated with numerous incidents, including car collisions, burglaries, and even attempted murder. The presence of another cannabis store will likely only exacerbate these issues, further straining our city’s resources.Moreover, the proposed location is alarmingly close to James Logan High School, exposing our youth to the potential negative influences of cannabis. This exposure could lead to increased crime within our school system and a greater likelihood of campus shootings, endangering the safety of our students.
We are calling on you to prioritize the well-being and safety of our community and the development of our youth over short-term financial gains. We must stand together to preserve our community, and this starts by voicing our opposition to this cannabis permit.
Thank you for considering our concerns. We trust that you will act in the best interests of our community.
Sincerely,
Jason Zhao
Union City CA 94587
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OPPOSE THE OPENING OF CAANABIS SHOPS IN UNION CITY
Frank Bo <
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Frank Bo
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DO NOT NEED CANNABIS DISPENSARY IN UNION CITY!!!
PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE
Ingrid K.
UNION CITY
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Tue 7/11/2023 11:25 AM
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Hi ,
Our family strongly against the cannabis permit continually in union city ! my name is Ming Wu
address: union city
thanks for your consideration
ming wu
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A Wu <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:46 AM
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Dear Sir/Madam:
We believe it is more than enough to have two Cannabis dispensary shops in the city. This kind of shop will cause more troubles and particularly is not beneficial to the teenagers since the new store will be too close to the James Logan High School. I and my family are against issuing another Cannabis Permit in Union City.
Yours truly,
Anna Wu
Union City, CA 94587
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Jin Wu <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:51 AM
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Dear Union City Council members
I was told hat Union City is thinking about to discuss the CANNABIS permit, as the Union City resident for over 30 years, I wish you do not issue the CANNABIS PERMIT which will have big impact for our health environment, especially for our students.
We have two CANNABIS stores in Union City where we can see the rate of Attempted Murder and traffic has been increased near the CANNABIS stores The new CANNABIS store is only 700 yards from James logan high school, which will cause crime rate increase, the safety issue of the nearby park and public facility, it will also has big impact for our next generation, include the increasing school crime rate and shooting. we need Union City Council members to protect our environment, SAY NO to help our great union city I wish you do not grant the CANNABIS PERMIT
Thank you
Jin Wu
Union City, CA 94587
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Tony Wu <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:59 AM
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Dear Sir/Madam:
I want to register my strongest objections to have another pot shop in the Unity City for the following reasons:
1) Decreased value in house valued nearby,
2) Increasing crime rate as recorded this year in the two existing pot shops including shooting during a robbery at Flor Union Landing on July7, robbery at Flor on June 18 and robbery by driving a truck to break the door at Lemonnade on June 10,
3) Increasing shoplifting, nuisance vandalism and reselling in our neighborhoods with drug addicts roaming around my house,
4) Customers and potential home buyers are scared away by drugs and crimes.
For these and more reasons I urge you to disapprove the prosed marijuana shop.
Thank you.
Anthony Wu
Union City, CA 94587
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Darryl <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:58 AM
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Dear Union City Council members
I was told hat Union City is thinking about to discuss the CANNABIS permit, as the Union City resident for over 30 years, I wish you do not issue the CANNABIS PERMIT which will have big impact for our health environment, especially for our students.
We have two CANNABIS stores in Union City where we can see the rate of Attempted Murder and traffic has been increased near the CANNABIS stores The new CANNABIS store is only 700 yards from James logan high school, which will cause crime rate increase, the safety issue of the nearby park and public facility, it will also has big impact for our next generation, include the increasing school crime rate and shooting. we need Union City Council members to protect our environment, SAY NO to help our great union city
I wish you do not grant the CANNABIS PERMIT
Thank you
Darryl Wu
Union City, CA 94587
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li lao <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:57 AM
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To whom it may concern,
I am a resident of Union City living at Copper St, close to 2625 and 2633 Decoto road, where according to this public hearing agenda
https://unioncity.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/CoverSheet.aspx?ItemID=3959&MeetingID=1635, a retail cannabis dispensary might be open. I'm writing to urge you to please say "NO" to this new cannabis shop.
When we moved to Union City, we found our community quite peaceful and we love it. However, the new cannabis shop will bring our community into risk with more violence and uncertainty and decrease the value of our house. We may consider moving out of Union City if that shop opens close to my house.
The proposed shop is also close to James Logan High and Charles F Kennedy Park. I think this will definitely have a negative impact on the young generation and their health. The park will also become polluted and less safe. Parents will have concerns on the safety of their children and the little ones won't have a safe and peaceful place to play and grow.
As you may know, Decoto Road is quite bumpy with high traffic every day. The new proposed cannabis store on Decoto Road will only make this worse. Today, it takes me around 15 mins from my home to Dumbarton bridge because of the bad traffic and endless roadwork. If the new cannabis store opens, my commute time will increase as the traffic on the road will be worse.
Please say "NO" to this new proposed cannabis store and appreciate your time and effort! City Council/RSA Agenda 487 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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celine He <
Tue 7/11/2023 12:03 PM
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Dear Union City Council members
I was told hat Union City is thinking about to discuss the CANNABIS permit, as the Union City resident for over 30 years, I wish you do not issue the CANNABIS PERMIT which will have big impact for our health environment, especially for our students.
We have two CANNABIS stores in Union City where we can see the rate of Attempted Murder and traffic has been increased near the CANNABIS stores The new CANNABIS store is only 700 yards from James logan high school, which will cause crime rate increase, the safety issue of the nearby park and public facility, it will also has big impact for our next generation, include the increasing school crime rate and shooting. we need Union City Council members to protect our environment, SAY NO to help our great union city I wish you do not grant the CANNABIS PERMIT
Thank you
Celine He
Union City, CA 94587
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CANNBIS PERMIT
david xun <
Tue 7/11/2023 12:03 PM
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Hi Wang Council:
I am David Xun, live at , Union city.
I strongly oppose having one more marijuana shop, especially near the Logan High School. The reasons as below:
l It will significantly weaken the City’s finance capability. It is the fact that the criminal rate of the City is always strong related with marijuana. Add a new marijuana shop, will increase the city’s criminal rate, and, all property’s value will be down. The property tax the City’s main finance recourse will be down, too. l It will increase the city’s burden and people’s burden. Because the city need put more police to handle criminals. And all people need to take some actions or time to protect from criminals. l It will not benefit our communities. The addict will have bad activities for our communities. l It will cause lots problem with young persons, especially for high school student. l It will not benefit for the City whatever in social, economic, community cultural, or development, etc.
For Union City’s residents, Union City’s future, Union City’s safe, I strongly plead you and other council guys reject this commercial cannabis permit application.
Best,
David Xun
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Tue 7/11/2023 12:06 PM
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Dear Sir/Madam,
I am a Union City resident for almost 20yrs. I love this peaceful small town. To protect this lovely city, I am strongly AGAINST to issue the permit to the 3rd cannabis store on Decoto Rd.
The proposed new/3rd cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Rd, is in the center of the residential area, and only about 700yards from James Logan High. It will have many negative impacts on the high school students, including increased school crimes and school shootings. It will also be a potential risk/threat to Union City residential neighborhoods safety.
Union City already has two commercial cannabis stores, Flor and Lemonade, located in commercial and industrial areas, which have repeatedly experienced car collisions, burglary and even attempted murder!
I believe that, as city officials, you understand that neighborhood safety is the #1 priority, rather than making money but risking residents' lives and living quality. So, please do not issue permit to the 3rd cannabis store at 2625-2633 Decoto Rd. Thank you so much.
Sincerely,
Haiyan Wang
Union City resident
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Chunchi Ma
Tue 7/11/2023 2:30 PM
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Hi Honorable Mayor and City Council of Union City,
My name is Chunchi Ma, a small housing provider in Union City. I am against handing out permits to the Cannabis dispenser in UC, here are my reasons.
1. The proposed location is in the middle of densely populated neighborhood, with a high school not too far away, and also a senior center nearby.
2. I am also concerned about the possible negative effects of DWH (driving while high), there is not enough study on this but we all know the potential deadly consequences of DUI), but addiction to weed could have similar impairment to the driving ability, that means potential deadly consequences.
3. Lastly, being a father with a teenage boy going to college and a young daughter in college now, I talked to them a lot about the danger of drug use leading to addiction and abuse. Everyone knows weed is very addictive and a gateway drug, smokers once get used to this, can make them more susceptible to other hard core drugs in future.
Our residents, family and kids all deserve a healthy environment to grow, for these reasons, we don't want a cannabis dispensary in Union City. Thank you for listening, Chunchi
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Rupasree Roy
Tue 7/11/2023 2:18 PM
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Hello,
I am a resident of Union City. The consequences of having a pot shop near to James Logan would be very damaging for the teenagers. Not just that it would lead to an increase in crimes, shooting, robbery, shoplifting, nuisances, vandalism. It would also make our homes, backyards, streets being used as an escape route. There is more harm than any benefit that this pot shop will bring. So, thereby I say a big NO to this new proposed pot spot.
I earnestly request you to decline this proposed spot and reject the cannabis business in Union City.
Thanks,
Rupasree
Resident of Copper St, Union City
City Council/RSA Agenda 493 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Bhavesh Patel
Tue 7/11/2023 3:51 PM
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Subject: Opposing Cannabis Dispensaries in Our Town
Dear City Clerk,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my strong opposition to the establishment of cannabis dispensaries in our town. While I understand that there may be varying opinions on this matter, I firmly believe that allowing such businesses to operate within our community would have several negative consequences.
First and foremost, the presence of cannabis dispensaries would send the wrong message to our youth. Our town should strive to promote healthy living, education, and a drug-free environment for the well-being of our future generations. Allowing cannabis dispensaries to operate openly may normalize the use of marijuana among our youth and potentially lead to increased usage rates.
Furthermore, the potential increase in crime associated with cannabis dispensaries is a concern that cannot be ignored. Although proponents argue that legalizing and regulating cannabis would reduce illegal activities, it is crucial to acknowledge that these establishments can become targets for criminal activity, posing risks to the safety of our citizens and neighboring businesses.
The proximity of cannabis dispensaries to schools, parks, and other places where children and families gather is also worrisome. We must prioritize creating a safe and secure environment for our children, and the potential exposure to marijuana dispensaries could undermine these efforts.
Additionally, the social and cultural fabric of our town could be adversely affected by the introduction of cannabis dispensaries. Our community values a family-oriented atmosphere, and the presence of these establishments might change the character of our town, leading to potential conflicts among residents and different groups within our community.
Considering these concerns, I urge you to carefully consider the implications of allowing cannabis dispensaries to operate within our town. I respectfully request that you take into account the long-term effects on our community's well-being, safety, and values before making any decisions regarding this matter.
If any public hearings or meetings are scheduled to discuss the establishment of cannabis dispensaries, I kindly request that they are widely advertised to ensure community participation City Council/RSA Agenda 494 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Thank you for your time and attention to this matter. I trust that you will consider the best interests of our town and its residents when making decisions that impact our community.
Yours sincerely,
Bhavesh Patel
Union City, CA 94587
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City Council/RSA Agenda 495 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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CANNABIS PERMIT
Cindy Shi
Tue 7/11/2023 3:55 PM
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Dears sirs,
As a Union City resident I am strongly against the idea of having more CANNSBIS stores in Union City.
I prefer to live in a safe neighborhood: no drugs, no gun shots, no robbery...I hope the living condition in Union City is getting better not worser.
Yunhua Shi
Union City CA 94687
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City Council/RSA Agenda 496 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
July 11, 2023
To: Mayor Carol Dutra-Vernaci
City Council Members Singh, PaAno, Wang, and Sakakihara Re: Proposed Cannabis dispensary
Thank you for you service and for taking the Ame to carefully read this leIer.
ALer returning from vacaAon, I learned about the proposed cannabis dispensary for the Cherrywood Center, less than 1-1/2 blocks from my home. I am strongly opposed to this.
CANNABIS BUSINESSES IN CALIFORNIA CITIES
Sacramento Bee, Nov. 2021: “Out of the 482 ci0es in California, 174 of them allow some form of licensed cannabis business. Many of those ci0es allow only non-retail cannabis opera0ons, such as manufacturing or distribu0on.” hIps://www.sacbee.com/news/california/californiaweed/arAcle255899226.html#storylink=cpy Thus, only one in 3 ciAes even allows any cannabis business, and fewer allow retail sales; many of these ciAes are much larger than Union City (pop. 69,000). Fremont (pop. 230,000) does not allow marijuana business of any sort within city limits.
Both voters and councilmembers made these decisions.
MEDICINAL USE, RECREATIONAL USE BREAKDOWN
“A recent survey showed that the primary use of cannabis in the US remains recrea0onal (89.5 percent of adult cannabis users), with only 10.5 percent repor0ng use solely for medical purposes” (Schauer et al., 2016; NIH).
Thus, only one in ten is using marijuana for medicinal use; 9 out of 10 do so for recreaAonal use.
Those who want marijuana for medicinal use can purchase it from two stores in Union City. Also, delivery is available from two local “delivery-only” stores.
City Council/RSA Agenda 497 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
SO WHY A 3RD STORE?
“the majority of ci0es that permiOed cannabis dispensaries were ones that had a preexis0ng medical cannabis regulatory system, ones where voters approved a cannabis tax or ones that were suffering through severe economic difficulty.” (my emphasis.) --- Jennifer McGrath quote, Sacramento Bee (link above) I strongly suspect this is the only reason Union City is in favor of another dispensary.
Sources esAmate yearly sales per (Calif.) user to be between $500 - $2,500 (median = $645), so the taxes Union City would receive would be substanAal.
PROS AND CONS OF ANOTHER DISPENSARY
I believe the taxes Union City would receive is the only “pro.” However, there are significant cons:
1. Enabling easier to access recreaAonal marijuana, leading to potenAal damage to the health and well-being of consAtuents, both youth and adults: marijuana use disorder, dependency, long-term affects on the brain, irreversible damage to brain cells, etc. Read for yourself: hIps://nida.nih.gov/publicaAons/researchreports/marijuana/marijuanaaddicAve#:~:text=Those%20studies%20suggest%20that%209,start%20using%20in%2 0their%20teens.
2. Unlike the other two dispensaries, this one would be right around the corner from residences, and within walking distance of Logan High. (Union City’s 100 feet buffer for “sensiAve uses” is virtually nothing.)
Though students cannot legally purchase marijuana, it is naive to think that there won’t be another way for some of them.
3. CreaAng another “crime magnet.” Even though FLOR markets itself as being an educaAon-focused bouAque, breaking stereotypes, etc., all that up-scale talk didn’t make any difference when it came to the July 7 aIempted robbery, being invesAgated as an aIempted murder. A weed shop could also aIract other “partner” / related businesses, further exacerbaAng the situaAon.
By the way, have you noAced that unlawful acAvity is becoming more and more brazen these days? How about “an ounce of prevenAon”: wait for an opAon that the community can welcome – such as a flower shop or other store? City Council/RSA Agenda 498 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
4. We already have more cannabis stores than most ciAes in California:
**two stores for Union City’s populaAon of 69,000 -= one store per 35,000. **two stores for Hayward’s 160.000 populaAon = one store per 80,000 **zero stores for Newark’s 47,000 popula0on
**zero stores within city limits for Fremont’s 228,000 popula0on
5. Puvng more people on the road with impaired judgment, slower reflexes, etc.
It’s bad enough that so many pay more aIenAon to their phones than the road as it is.
6. The “stereotypes” did not materialize out of thin air. I am saying this as a “child of the 60’s” who did not parAcipate in much of what was going on, but who saw plenty.
I also saw how smoking marijuana adversely affected the lives of two people I know from two different generaAons.
Though FLOR is trying to change the narraAve, the “stereotypical” weed smoker is sAll a significant market, as evidenced by the Emerald Supply website (delivery only), which has verbiage and images geared to target them, and pictures predominantly of those under 30. Check out their website – it’s an eye-opener. hIps://emeraldsupplycompany.com/
Also, websites show comments referring to staff and customers as potheads, stoners etc.– in a posiAve context. So does changing the image really change anything? Are many of today’s “recreaAonal users” really that different?
7. How many stores are enough? Right now:
**two stores for Union City’s populaAon of approx. 69,000 = one store per 35,000. **two stores for Hayward’s 160.000 populaAon = one store per 80,000 **zero stores for Newark’s 47,000 populaAon = zero per 47,000 **zero stores within city limits for Fremont’s 228,000 popula0on = zero If Union City only had ONE store, we’d sAll have one more than 2/3 of all of California’s ciAes – and we have TWO! Those who need marijuana for medicinal purposes are well-provided for here.
City Council/RSA Agenda 499 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
CONCLUSION:
My late husband and I bought our home in 1984, wanAng a safe neighborhood for our two young daughters, and it has remained safe all these years, even aLer we became empty-nesters, and I became a widow. However, I fear that could soon change.
The only “good” that I see coming of this marijuana store is $$ for Union City.
M-O-N-E-Y. Unfortunately, desiring more money can take people down the wrong paths leading to poor judgment, bad decisions – even crimes.
Is ANY amount of money worth compromising the safety and integrity of our neighborhood and local shopping center, and the health (and financial resources) of so many who otherwise would not partake in marijuana were it not so readily accessible? I believe you know the answer to this. I urge to say “NO” to this proposed cannabis store. I simply don’t see the good - and there is such a high probability of harm and danger for us all.
Sincerely,
Sue Rudholm
Union City
510- (cell)
ps – There were many quotes / passages I did not include for the sake of brevity, but I would be glad to provide them (and URLs) if requested.
Also, the Na0onal Ins0tute of Health (www.nih.gov) is an excellent resource on cannabis – or any health issue.
City Council/RSA Agenda 500 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Aileen Situbal
Tue 7/11/2023 4:29 PM
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I am saying NO to Cannabis shop. This is highly dangerous.
Sincerely,
Aileen Situbal
City Council/RSA Agenda 501 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Tue 7/11/2023 4:31 PM
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Hi Honorable Mayor and City Council of Union City,
My name is Adeles, a small mom & pop landlord in Union City. I am against having a cannabis store in a residential neighborhood, here are my reasons.
1. The store location is walking distance to James Logan high school, its bad influence to our teens.
There are many negative impacts for weed, such as it being a gateway drug to harder substances.
2. Lots of data and reports show that nearby housing values will decrease due to the store, it will discourage the potential homebuyer and family with small children. 3, No physical store needed, because weed online delivery is fast & convenient, some sites even say the delivery is within an hour to your door, that's even faster than grocery delivery. So why do we need a physical store in a residential neighborhood?
4. I own a rental property in Union City and one of the residents is a weed smoker and he smokes by his front door. The weed smells very distinct and harsh. I received many complaints from his next-door neighbors because both families have toddlers. Fortunately this tenant just moved out yesterday. His next-door neighbors told me they would throw a party to celebrate his departure. So we can see most of the families don’t want weed and try to get away from the people who smoke weed and of course the weed store.
Our residents, family and kids all deserve a healthy environment to grow, for these reasons, we don't want a cannabis dispensary in the residential neighborhood. Thank you for listening, Adeles
City Council/RSA Agenda 502 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Johnson Neal
Tue 7/11/2023 4:50 PM
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My name is Johnson Neal, address is , Union City, CA 94587.
We already seen 2 existing mariijuana stores, Shooting at Flor, and Roberies at both Flor and Lemonade in the last two months. Residents backyard is being used as an escape route. Transactions at Cannabis Stores are paid by cash therefore it turns out to be an open arm to to invite Robbery and Criminal activities. It has been my great concern opening up another manijuna shop will drive down the overall property value for the Union CIty neighborhood. Should you bring the crime rate up and bring property value down for union city residences, I certainly vote against you.
Johnson Neal
On Mon, Jul 10, 2023 at 5:35 PM Johnson Neal <[email protected]> wrote:
To Mayor and councilmembers:
We already seen 2 existing mariijuana stores, Shooting at Flor, and Roberies at both Flor and Lemonade in the last two months. Residents backyard is being used as an escape route. Transactions at Cannabis Stores are paid by cash therefore it turns out to be an open arm to to invite Robbery and Criminal activities. It has been my great concern opening up another manijuna shop will drive down the overall property value in the Union CIty neighborhood. Should you bring the crime rate up and bring property value down for union city residences, I certainly vote against you.
Johnson Neal
City Council/RSA Agenda 503 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Dear whom it may concern:
As a long-time resident in Union City (34645 Arroyo Drive, Robert & Min Kim), I strongly oppose having a Cannabis store in our city. As I understand, there is a proposal to allow 3rd such store to open up in our city. That would make our city the one with the most Cannabis stores in East Bay. It wasn't so long ago that Cannabis was illegal and I hate to see our city become a place where people come to buy "drugs." Please count us as another voice in rejecting the proposal.
Sincerely,
Robert & Min Kim
Union City, CA
City Council/RSA Agenda 504 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
From: VoiceMail <[email protected]> Sent: Tuesday, July 11, 2023 4:08 PM
To: Serenity Mlay <[email protected]>
Subject: Message from GONSALVES SHYLA (5103044747)
"Good afternoon my name is Rosanna Gonzales I'm a residence of Union City. I don't know if this is the right number to contact. We received in our port(?) East North in response-to-the(?) new Cherry Wood Center. We live pretty close to the Stern Center. Definitely we are. We don't want any kind of East store in our neighborhood. Okay. We don't know exactly how we could get to anybody to speak to it at 30 postings. This is not right for our community for a lot of young kids dog is just gonna bring a lot of crimes to the neighborhood. It's not good for Union City. Okay. Thank you so much."
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Tue 7/11/2023 5:25 PM
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Hi there,
I strongly say No to the Cannabis shops.
Reasons:
-I am an Registered Nurse woking in hospitals. I see tons of patients who suffer lungs/respiratory diseases due to smoke and second hand smoke.
-We always encourage people to quit smoke and the same time we are open more and more Marijuana stores, that is ridiculous.
-Marijuana is totally different from regular Cigarette. Marijuana is not only an addiction, but also the strong smell/smoke from Marijuana affects the families and nearby neighborhood health. -It's never acceptable to have Marijuana stores open near schools. Students they don't know how Marijuana smoke will affect their lives, families and careers. Students are the future of America. -More crimes, shooting, robbery... We love our families, do you want to see the related crimes happened on you or your loved ones? If your answer is no, please stop opening new Marijuana stores in Union City and other places!!!
- Attached are the CDC tips to quit smoke I got from my hospital.
Let's work together to make green and safe communities again!!! 😊 City Council/RSA Agenda 506 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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City Council/RSA Agenda 508 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 5:39 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Gigi Nguyen < >
Tue 7/11/2023 5:32 PM
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Hi,
my name is Nicole Nguyen. I’m resident at 35028 Lilac Loop, union city, 94687.
I would like to void the cannabis store open in union. City.
Best,
Nicole Nguyen
City Council/RSA Agenda 509 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/11/23, 5:39 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Tue 7/11/2023 5:34 PM
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This is Michael Chen, a resident in Union City living at I would say NO to having a Cannabis Shop in Cherrywood Center.
Teenagers at James Logan High have convenient access to cannabis.
More crimes are coming as we can see.
Increasing shoplifting, nuisances, vandalism, and reselling marijuana in our neighborhood.
More drug addicts or people under influence roaming around the community.
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Chen Jiahao <
Tue 7/11/2023 5:34 PM
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This is Michael Chen, a resident in Union City living at 35035 Lilac Loop I would say NO to having a Cannabis Shop in Cherrywood Center.
Teenagers at James Logan High have convenient access to cannabis.
More crimes are coming as we can see.
Increasing shoplifting, nuisances, vandalism, and reselling marijuana in our neighborhood.
More drug addicts or people under influence roaming around the community.
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Tue 7/11/2023 5:36 PM
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No pot in the Cherrywood Center! Every morning, noon, and night in our community, there are many seniors people, middle-aged, and young women with children and neighbors who walk or run in our community. Everyone smiles and greets each other when they meet. It is very harmonious and loving. community. If there is a pot shop, everyone will not dare to go out, they will not know each other, and there will be no friendship. So having a pot shop will definitely disturb our wonderful community.
Sincerely,
Lisa Mac
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Tue 7/11/2023 5:58 PM
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Dear city government, you have worked hard. When we saw the corner of the tree in the community park, the drug addicts in the corner were smoking marijuana, and when I pushed my grandson to swing on the swing chair, I smelled a strange smell, when we passed by the community park When we saw the blue smoke on the bench, the sense of happiness and security we once had disappeared. I am a resident of the third constituency, and I am 100% opposed to opening a cannabis store, and I even respond to opening a cannabis store within 5 kilometers of the school and the community. Please do everything you can to end this stupidity.
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Ivy Chen
Tue 7/11/2023 6:01 PM
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Hi, this is Jiaxin Chen, one of the union city residents. I lived at 35035 Lilac Loop, Union City, CA 94587.
I heard the news of having a pot shop in our city and I WANNA SPEAK OUT MY OBJECTION! Me and my family and our neighbors all DON'T want to have a pot shop in our town! Please reconsider it!!! It would increase crimes in our town and we don't want it! Thanks
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Tue 7/11/2023 6:19 PM
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Dear council members:
I oppose the opening of any “pot stores” in our city. I hav e read numerous articles about the decline of neighborhoods that allow these stores and the additional increase of other drugs being filtered through these “legal” shops. This city is one of the children safe City in Alameda County. These stores would place our children at a higher risk of additive behaviors.
Our city has kept its high standards by refusing to buy into the “go with the flow” attitudes which have ruined adjacent communities in Alameda county.
To divert from the integrity of our community by allowing these stores would be a terrible transgression by this elected council. Keeping Union City as a drug resistant community is now, more than ever, imperative in allowing our children to have a safe and healthy environment as well as setting a good example throughout our city.
Please DO NOT allow this type of corruption in our fine and upstanding community.
With my most sincere wishes,
Evelyn Chen
Union City Resident and Registered Voter
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Tue 7/11/2023 6:28 PM
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Hi,
As we all know there are two Marijuana stores are open in union city already. I can smell the strong unfavorable Marijuana odor everywhere more often now than before, in the park, streets, neighborhoods.
Opening a new Marijuana store near Schools especially high schools is not a good/wise choice.
Opening Marijuana store and selling Marijuana lead to all negative effects. (Health, safety, crime) Please stop opening Marijuana stores in union city.
Sincerely
City Council/RSA Agenda 516 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
City Council/RSA Agenda 517 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:15 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Ethan Wu <
Tue 7/11/2023 6:34 PM
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Dear City Clerk Anna,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to strongly object to the proposed establishment of a cannabis shop in our neighborhood. As a resident deeply invested in the well-being and harmony of our community, I feel compelled to voice my concerns regarding this matter.
I want to be clear that my objection is not an attempt to undermine legal and regulated businesses or disregard the rights of entrepreneurs. However, I firmly believe that the potential negative consequences associated with a cannabis shop outweigh any perceived benefits, and I urge you to carefully consider these concerns.
Please take note of the following objections:
1. Increased safety risks and crime: I am deeply concerned about the potential escalation of safety risks and criminal activities that a cannabis shop may attract. It is essential to prioritize the well-being and security of residents by thoroughly evaluating the potential risks associated with increased foot traffic, handling of cash, and the presence of valuable products.
2. Youth exposure and safety concerns: Given the proximity of schools and areas frequented by children and adolescents(only 0.8 mile away from James Logan High School), I strongly object to any potential increase in youth exposure to cannabis products. We must implement stringent measures to safeguard against underage access and usage to protect the well-being and development of our youth.
3. Neighborhood reputation: There is a possibility that the presence of a cannabis shop may perpetuate negative stereotypes and stigmas associated with cannabis use. This could potentially impact the overall reputation of our neighborhood, affecting our sense of community and potentially deterring prospective residents or investors.
4. Negative effect on property values: Proximity to a cannabis shop has the potential to decrease property values in our neighborhood. This could have significant long-term financial implications for homeowners who have made substantial investments in their properties.
City Council/RSA Agenda 518 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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5. Traffic congestion and parking issues: The anticipated influx of customers to a cannabis shop could exacerbate existing traffic congestion and parking problems in our already busy neighborhood. It is imperative to assess the impact of these factors on the convenience and safety of residents and visitors alike.
I implore the city to thoroughly consider these objections and diligently evaluate the potential risks and drawbacks associated with the proposed cannabis shop. It is crucial to prioritize the welfare and values of our community while weighing the economic benefits brought by such businesses.
I appreciate your attention to this matter and kindly request regular updates on the progress of the decision-making process. If there is any additional information or assistance I can provide to support the reconsideration of this proposal, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,
Yuxiong Wu
Union City, CA 94587
City Council/RSA Agenda 519 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:15 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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James Lee <
Tue 7/11/2023 6:34 PM
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Hi there,
Please stop opening new Marijuana stores near schools.
I vote "No."
Thank you
City Council/RSA Agenda 520 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:14 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Noah Wilson
Tue 7/11/2023 6:38 PM
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Hi,
I vote No for opening Marijuana store near schools.
Sincerely
Mr.Wilson
City Council/RSA Agenda 521 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Tue 7/11/2023 6:44 PM
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Dear City Government,
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing as a concerned resident of the third constituency to express my strong opposition to the proposed opening of a cannabis store within our community. I appreciate the efforts of our city government in fostering a safe and thriving environment for all residents, and I believe it is crucial to address the potential negative impacts associated with such a venture.
First and foremost, I would like to highlight the disconcerting incidents I have recently witnessed in our community park. It deeply troubles me that individuals engaged in drug activities, specifically smoking marijuana, have been observed near the corner of a tree. I also detected an unfamiliar smell that raised concerns. These occurrences have significantly diminished the sense of happiness and security that our community once enjoyed.
Given the alarming presence of drug-related incidents in our community park, it is my firm belief that opening a cannabis store would only exacerbate the situation. By introducing a commercial establishment that specializes in the sale of cannabis products, we risk attracting a higher concentration of drug users and potentially enabling the proliferation of related activities in our community. This outcome is not only detrimental to the well-being of our residents but also threatens the safety and positive development of our youth.
Moreover, I strongly urge you to consider the proximity of the proposed cannabis store to our schools and the community at large. A 5-kilometer radius would be an inadequate buffer zone to protect our educational institutions and the areas where families reside. The presence of a cannabis store in close proximity to these vital spaces would send the wrong message to our children and jeopardize their access to a healthy and drug-free environment. It is essential that we prioritize the well-being and future of our younger generation by maintaining a safe and drug-free community.
I implore you to carefully evaluate the potential consequences of permitting a cannabis store within our constituency. I kindly request that you listen to the concerns of the residents and take our opposition seriously. Instead of embarking on a path that could compromise the integrity of our community, I encourage you to explore alternative avenues for economic development that align with our shared values and aspirations.
Thank you for considering my viewpoint on this matter. I trust in your dedication to serving the best interests of our community and count on your thoughtful decision-making to preserve the City Council/RSA Agenda 522 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Yours sincerely,
Jerry Hong
City Council/RSA Agenda 523 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:10 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Tue 7/11/2023 6:52 PM
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FYI.
I support the proposed new Marijuana store near Logan school.
Thanks
Prasad Bal
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City Council/RSA Agenda 524 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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NO TO CANNABIS SHOP ON DECOTO ST IN UNION CITY
Tue 7/11/2023 6:57 PM
To:City Clerk <[email protected]>;Anna M. Brown <[email protected]>;Jeff Wang <[email protected]>;Scott Sakakihara <[email protected]>;Carol Dutra-Vernaci <[email protected]>;Gary Singh <[email protected]>;Jaime Patino <[email protected]> Cc:Mom <[email protected]>
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Dear Council Members,
I am writing to inform you that I am against the opening of a cannabis shop in our community on Decoto Streetn . While I understand the potential economic benefits of such a business, I am concerned about the potential risks associated with increased access to cannabis, such as increased incidents of impaired driving and other negative public health impacts as well as concerns of our safety within this community. Such risks will compose of increased violent crimes and robbery.
I hope you understand my decision in voting NO to the local cannabis shop in our community not to open.
Sincerely,
Kathleen Mariano
Current resident on
Perry Road, Union City
City Council/RSA Agenda 525 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Jack Chiao <
Tue 7/11/2023 7:10 PM
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Dear Union City Officials and council members,
I hope this email finds you well. I am writing to express my strong objection to the proposed cannabis shop in Union City. While I understand that the cannabis industry has been legalized in many places, I believe that allowing a cannabis shop in our community would have negative consequences.
I kindly request that you reconsider the decision to allow a cannabis shop in our city. I believe that there are alternative ways to generate revenue and support economic growth without compromising the safety and well-being of our residents.
Best regards,
Jack Chiao and Chi-Sheng Chin
Residents
City Council/RSA Agenda 526 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:09 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Tue 7/11/2023 7:23 PM
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Firmly opposed to opening marijuana stores in Union city ，thanks Union city ca94587
Jim wong
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City Council/RSA Agenda 527 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 12:07 PM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Rinku S. <
Tue 7/11/2023 8:53 PM
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Greetings All,
Me and my family live very close to the Cherrywood spot and often walk with my children to the Cherrywood Center and around the area. I strongly strongly oppose having a Pot shop in the area. It is highly objectionable to even entertain the idea of bringing such a shop in the family oriented community. Please do not allow to ruin the family environment and atmosphere of the area by bringing a marijuana store in the area. It will be a terrible mistake, which can be avoided by making the right choices. Thank you for your time and consideration.
S. Singh
City Council/RSA Agenda 528 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 11:38 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Aesha Chloe Tanglao <
Tue 7/11/2023 10:13 PM
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Hi, I am a thirteen year old student at CCMS.
My school is in close proximity to the proposed “pot shop”. I feel that it poses as a danger to the health and well-being of students, as well as a threat to everyone’s general safety.
Please do not allow these kinds of shops to open and help the community stay safe. (please keep this anonymous if shared publicly, thank you.) City Council/RSA Agenda 529 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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luchie palma <
Tue 7/11/2023 10:53 PM
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Dear Sir/Madam,
Please do not pass / approve the permit to open a pot shop near James Logan High School. It will be detrimental to the youth and residents of Union City.
Please help us parents to protect our youth and preserve the peace and unity in our community..
Sincerely,
Luchie Palma
Resident of Union City
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City Council/RSA Agenda 530 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 11:38 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Hong <
Tue 7/11/2023 11:47 PM
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Dear city council members and city clerk,
I'm voicing my concern on the new pot store in Cherrywood Center shopping area. This area is already full of crimes. The Safeway shopping area is full of weird people who exhibit anger and rage in public. You can't even walk around feeling safe anymore. Yesterday at the intersection of Decoto and Alvarado Niles, two guys were crazy yelling at each other and one of them started yelling at me and two other pedestrians. I couldn't even cross the street because of him that I had to get away from him. We don't need more crazy people here trying to get some weed. Particularly in the vicinity of a high school here, I don't see anything good come out of it. For the sake of money that we have to trade our safety? I hope you will think of it over and take into consideration of what I have said. Union City is just like the other cities around getting unsafe each day. We don't need money from a pot store as donations for anything. Safety is number one for the residents who don't like crimes here.
Thank you for listening to my concern!
Union City Resident.
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City Council/RSA Agenda 531 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7/12/23, 11:33 AM Mail - Anna M. Brown - Outlook
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Enoch L <
Wed 7/12/2023 9:37 AM
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Dear council members:
I oppose the opening of any “pot stores” in our city. I have read numerous articles about the decline of neighborhoods that allow these stores and the additional increas e of other drugs being filtered through these “legal” shops. This city is one of the children safe City in Alameda County.
These stores would place our children at a higher risk of additive behaviors. Our cit y has kept its high standards by refusing to buy into the “go with the flow” attitudes which have ruined adjacent communities in Alameda county.
To divert from the integrity of our community by allowing these stores would be a te rrible transgression by this elected council. Keeping Union City as a drug resistant community is now, more than ever, imperative in allowing our ch ildren to have a safe and healthy environment as well as setting a good example thr oughout our city.
Please DO NOT allow this type of corruption in our fine and upstanding community.
With my most sincere wishes,
Hsinyen Lin
Union City Resident and Registered Voter
City Council/RSA Agenda 532 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
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Lauren Carpenter
Tue 7/11/2023 9:40 AM
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Good morning,
Attached please find approximately 40 signatures in support of Embarc’s proposed cannabis dispensary. It is my hope that this is included in the packet for this evening’s meeting.
Thank you,
Lauren
Lauren Carpenter | CEO
www.goembarc.com | @embarcsupply
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City Council/RSA Agenda 541 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Item 6.a: Declaring Intent to Award a
Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc
July 11, 2023 City Council Regular Meeting
City Council/RSA Agenda 542 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
2 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Background
• Chapter 5.44 of the Union City Municipal Code established regulatory framework for commercial cannabis operators
• Resolution No. 5144-17 established at three (3) permits in each category:
• To-date, two retail businesses have opened and are currently in operation.
Cultivation Distribution Manufacturing Testing Dispensary/ Retail
City Council/RSA Agenda 543 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
3 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Current Permit Application Cycle
• Resolution No. 6006-22 opened process for accepting
commercial cannabis permits and approved procedures
• Resolution No. 6068-23 amended application calendar
• Application Period: October 27, 2022 through February 13, 2023 • Three companies submitted applications by the deadline:
Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba
Embarc Union City
Shryne Union City LLC dba Stiiizy Union City
Union City Etrudite dba HerbNJoy
City Council/RSA Agenda 544 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
4 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Current Permit Application Cycle
Phase 1 & 2 All three applicants met criteria in HdL Companies’ evaluation & received complete 2,100 points (or 100%)
Phase 3 All three applicants had a one-hour interview with City Selection Committee, which was comprised of staff
from:
City Manager’s Office
Finance
Economic and Community Development
Police
Phase 4 One finalist to be recommended to City Council
City Council/RSA Agenda 545 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
5 City Council Action
Declare Intent to Award
Followed by Award of Permit
Phase 4
City Manager Review Finalist
and Recommendation
to City Council
Phase 3
Evaluation and Ranking by
City Selection Committee
Application Period
Process Opens for All
Interested Parties
Phase 1
Evaluation of Application for
Completeness by Consultant
Team (HdL Companies)
Phase 2
Evaluation and Ranking by
Consultant Team (HdL Companies)
Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc City Council/RSA Agenda 546 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
6 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Recommended Finalist:
Responsible and Compliant Retail
Union City LLC dba Embarc Union City
Proposed Location:
2625 & 2633 Decoto Road,
Union City, CA 94587
(in Cherrywood Center)
City Council/RSA Agenda 547 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Proposed Location
• Existing vacant space
• Geographically dispersed on
east side of Union City
• No building modifications,
only tenant improvements
• Ample parking with 71
shared spaces
• Meets distance requirements
of at least 100-feet setback
from sensitive uses
City Council/RSA Agenda 548 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
8 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Business Plan
• Currently operating 8 other
locations, with 6 others under
development
• Proposed Hours of Operation
Retail – 8:00 AM-10:00 PM
Delivery – 8:00 AM-8:00 PM
• Projected 1,172 customers
per day; approximately 50-
100 per hour
• Timeline to open in 6 months
City Council/RSA Agenda 549 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
9 Projected Cannabis Tax Revenues
• Estimated revenues to Union City are based on projected sales and applicable 4% cannabis tax
• Assumes steady increase; but may not be fully realized Year 1 Year 2
$587,137 $675,208 $776,489 $891,899 $1,026,902
Year 3 Year 4 Year 5
Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc City Council/RSA Agenda 550 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
10 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Development Plan
• Layout and physical
design has redundancy
• Customer flow includes
separate, designated
entrance and exit, with
access-controlled
screening lobby
• Uniformed security guards
to be present on-site
City Council/RSA Agenda 551 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
11 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Development Plan
• Secure loading and
vendor access area on
building’s rearside
• Standard Operating
Procedures to cover both
retail and delivery
operations
• Other measures include
product inventory control
during both business and
non-business hours
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12 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Labor & Employment Plan
• Initial hiring of 45 employees, with
eventual scaling to 68 employees
• Benefits include health, dental, and vision
insurance, free counseling, up to 25 days
per year of paid time off and other leave
accrual, up to 40 hours of paid
volunteerism hours, and life insurance
• Other opportunities for wage increases,
performance bonuses, an Employee
Stock Option Program, educational tools,
trainings, and more
City Council/RSA Agenda 553 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
13 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Neighborhood Plan
• Conducted preliminary community outreach to surrounding 600 feet and collected 45 letters of support
• Commitment to:
Sharing and posting contact information
Hosting at least two Open Houses
Hosting annual “listening sessions”
• “Good Neighbor Policy” to mitigate local concerns and 5-step protocol on how to address/respond to complaints
City Council/RSA Agenda 554 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
14 To enrich and empower
the lives of youth, as
thriving youth are the
lifeblood of families
To support healthy and
stable households, as
families are the pillars of
community
To create and maintain a
family friendly
environment such that
residents of Union City
thrive
Community Benefits Plan
1% of Gross Receipts to be Provided in Perpetuity
Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc City Council/RSA Agenda 555 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
15 Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc Conclusion
• Embarc has put forth a strong application, with:
Proof of capitalization, including a pro forma for five years Proven record for an expedited schedule to initiate operations Commitment to being a responsible community partner
Willingness to collaborate with the City to make meaningful improvements to the site and adjustments to its Community Benefits Plan to adhere to existing processes
City Council/RSA Agenda 556 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
16 Recommendation
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution declaring its intent to award a retail cannabis permit to Responsible and Compliant Retail Union City LLC dba
Embarc Union City to operate a retail cannabis dispensary at 2625 & 2633 Decoto Road, Union City, CA 94587 subject to compliance with all necessary conditions.
Item 6.a:
Declaring Intent to Award a Commercial Cannabis Permit to Embarc City Council/RSA Agenda 557 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: JACKIE ACOSTA, FINANCE DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: PUBLIC HEARING ON THE ASSESSMENT OF LIENS AGAINST CERTAIN
PROPERTIES LOCATED IN THE CITY OF UNION CITY FOR
DELINQUENT BUSINESS LICENSE TAXES ON RESIDENTIAL RENTAL
PROPERTIES AND ADOPTION OF A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE
FILING OF LIENS AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FORWARD SUCH LIENS
TO THE ALAMEDA COUNTY AUDITOR-CONTROLLER FOR
PLACEMENT ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 SECURED PROPERTY TAX ROLL AND TO THE ALAMEDA COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER’S
OFFICE FOR OFFICIAL RECORDATION OF THE LIENS
Staff recommends that a public hearing be conducted by the City Council to hear the appeals (if any) made by owners of residential properties located within the City of Union City who rent their properties to others, and who have failed to pay the required Business License Tax. Staff also recommends the adoption of a resolution authorizing the filing of liens against such properties and directing staff to forward such liens to the Alameda County Auditor-Controller for placement on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 secured property tax roll and to the Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s Office for official recordation of the liens.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This agenda item does not have alignment with the Strategic Plan.
BACKGROUND
In May 2010, staff began to actively enforce Section 5.20.070 (Rental of real property) of the Union City Municipal Code which requires the obtainment and annual renewal of a business license for residential rental owners. At that time, nearly 2,600 notices were mailed to owners who may have been renting their residential properties and could be subject to Section 5.20.070.
The last time residential lien notices were filed with the County was in August 2019. On May 25, 2023, 31 delinquent property owners were advised of the date, time and place for an Administrative Appeal Hearing to City Council/RSA Agenda 558 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
be held on June 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., in City Hall, for them to appeal the proposed imposition of a lien on their property. Prior to the Administrative Appeal Hearing, one property owner paid their delinquent business license taxes and one property owner provided proof that they are no longer renting their property. No property owners attended the Administrative Appeal Hearing.
A second notice was sent to the remaining 29 delinquent property owners on June 14, 2023, advising them of the date, time, and place of the public hearing before the City Council on July 11, 2023, and again providing an opportunity to pay the delinquency or submit proof of non-rental status before a lien, administrative fees, and penalties would be levied on their property. To date, two additional property owners have paid their delinquent taxes and one additional property owner has provided proof that they are no longer renting their property. No property owners have advised staff of their intent to appeal their delinquency at the City Council public hearing.
DISCUSSION
In order to minimize use of the City Council’s time during the public hearing, staff proposes that:
The Mayor opens the public hearing;
The City Council appoints Rahnni Le, Revenue Collections Manager, as the Hearing Officer to hear any appeals filed by property owners;
The Mayor continues the public hearing until the appeals (if any) have been heard by the Hearing Officer;
In the City Council Conference Room, the Hearing Officer hears and considers information provided by the appellant(s), and makes a preliminary determination on each appeal; The Hearing Officer returns to the Council Chambers and the Mayor re-opens the public hearing; The City Council hears the report of the Hearing Officer and testimony from any appellant, gives the information due consideration, and makes a final determination on each appeal; and The City Council then adopts the proposed resolution to implement its findings and determinations.
Property owners have been given a total of two (2) notices to either pay their delinquent business licenses taxes or submit sufficient proof verifying that the residential property is not being rented. To date, the remaining 26 property owners on the potential lien list have failed to take advantage of those prior opportunities and an administrative fee and all allowable penalties will be included as part of the lien, in addition to delinquent business license taxes owed, if the Council agrees. The City has until August 10, 2023, to prepare and submit liens to the County Auditor-Controller for placement on the FY 2023-2024 secured property tax roll.
Privacy rules require the City to keep the identification of the property owners confidential until such time that the resolution authorizing the placement of the liens is transmitted to the County Auditor-Controller. City Council will be given a detailed copy of the parcel list after submittal of liens to the Alameda County AuditorController’s Office.
FISCAL IMPACT
With the addition of a $50.00 Administrative Service Fee per parcel to cover staff time and mailing costs required to process the proposed liens, and the inclusion of all allowable penalties, the maximum amount to be assessed via property tax liens at this evening’s City Council meeting is $37,249.60, less any adjustments made by the City Council.
RECOMMENDATION
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It is recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing, consider appeals from property owners who remain delinquent in the payment of their business license taxes for rental of residential property, if any, and after due consideration and findings, adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of liens on such properties and directing staff to forward such liens to the Alameda County Auditor-Controller for placement on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 secured property tax roll and to the Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s Office for official recordation of the liens.
Prepared by:
Rahnni Le, Revenue Collections Manager
Submitted by:
Jackie Acosta, Finance Director
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Resolution Resolution
Power Point Attachment
City Council/RSA Agenda 560 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
RESOLUTION NO.
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION
CITY AUTHORIZING THE FILING OF LIENS ON CERTAIN
PROPERTIES AND DIRECTING STAFF TO FORWARD SUCH LIENS
TO THE ALAMEDA COUNTY AUDITOR-CONTROLLER FOR
PLACEMENT ON THE FISCAL YEAR 2023-2024 SECURED PROPERTY TAX ROLL AND THE ALAMEDA COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER’S
OFFICE FOR OFFICIAL RECORDATION OF THE LIENS
WHEREAS, per Section 5.20.070 of the Union City Municipal Code, all owners who rent residential properties within Union City are required to obtain a business license and renew it annually; and
WHEREAS, since May 2023, two (2) notices to owners of 31 potential residential rentals within Union City have been sent out with 5 cases cleared through either payment of the required business license taxes or submittal of proof verifying a non-rental; leaving 26 delinquent business license tax cases of residential rentals; and
WHEREAS, on October 11, 2011, the City Council of the City of Union City (“City Council”) adopted Ordinance No. 762-11 establishing a process for the placement of liens against business owners who had failed to pay their delinquent business license taxes; and WHEREAS, in accordance with Ordinance No. 762-11 appropriate notices have been sent to the owners of all of the 31 residential rental parcels with delinquent business licenses in which the property owner has been given the opportunity to pay the delinquent taxes, or to appeal the proposed placement of alien against their property along with applicable administrative service fees and penalties; and
WHEREAS, an administrative hearing to consider appeals of delinquent taxes and proposed liens was duly noticed and held on June 12, 2023, at 2:00 p.m., in City Hall, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA, 94587; and
WHEREAS, No property owners (“Appellant”) appeared at the administrative appeal hearing; and
WHEREAS, additional notice was given to all owners of residential rental properties with delinquent business license taxes of the date, time and place for a public hearing before the City Council on July 11, 2023, at 7:00 p.m., in the City Council Chambers, 34009 Alvarado-Niles Road, Union City, CA, 94587, to consider appeals of the proposed placement of liens against their properties in accordance with Ordinance No. 762-11; and WHEREAS, the City Council appointed a Hearing Officer to conduct investigations into each appeal filed by Appellants at said public hearing, and has considered the information provided by the Hearing Officer and Appellants concerning the delinquent business license taxes on City Council/RSA Agenda 561 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
residential rental properties and the proposed liens to recover said business license taxes plus applicable administrative service fees and penalties; and WHEREAS, the City Council hereby finds and determines that each property owner listed in Exhibit A*, attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference, has failed to pay delinquent business license taxes on their residential rental properties, and that the placement of liens against their properties is therefore in the public interest; and NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Union City does hereby order and direct the City Manager to prepare and transmit all necessary documents required to place liens on the secured property tax roll for the properties listed in Exhibit A*, to the Alameda County Auditor-Controller for Fiscal Year 2023-2024 and to the County of Alameda Clerk-Recorder’s Office for official recordation of the liens. *Exhibit A is not included with the resolution that is posted on the City’s website or disseminated as part of the City Council agenda packet available to the public. The names of the property owners are confidential until the liens are recorded and become public record.
City Council/RSA Agenda 562 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of
Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses
for Residential Rental Properties
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2 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
• Conduct Public Hearing for any remaining appeals of
proposed liens
• Consider any information provided by appellants
• Make a final determination on each appeal
• Adopt a resolution directing the placement of liens on the 2023-2024 secured property tax roll
This Evening…
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3 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
• Section 5.20.070 of the Union City Municipal Code
requires obtainment and annual renewal of a business
license for residential rental owners.
• The City has been actively enforcing this code section since 2010
Background
City Council/RSA Agenda 565 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
4 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
• May 2023: 31 property owners were advised of an
Administrative Appeal Hearing to be held on June 12,
2023. One paid before the hearing and one provided
proof that they are no longer renting property. No property owners attended the hearing.
• June 2023: Public Hearing notices were sent to the
remaining 29 owners advising them of a Public Hearing
before the City Council on July 11, 2023. Since then, two additional property owners paid and one property owner
provided proof that they are no longer renting property.
Background
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5 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
• Open Public Hearing
• Determine if any appellants are present
• If no appellants are present, proceed with hearing process • Make finding and determination that the City Council finds and determines that each property owner has failed to pay delinquent business license taxes on their residential rental properties, and that the placement of liens against their properties is therefore in the public interest
• Adopt resolution
Hearing Process
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6 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
If appellants are present
• City Council appoints a Hearing Officer, recesses the Public Hearing, and excuses Appellants and the Hearing Officer to the hearing room where the Hearing Officer will consider information provided by Appellants and then report back to Council Chambers • Mayor re-opens hearing and City Council hears reports from Hearing Officer and Appellants
• Mayor allows public comment from the public, if any
• Mayor closes Public Hearing
• City Council makes final finding and determination
• City Council adopts resolution
Hearing Process
City Council/RSA Agenda 568 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
7 Public Hearing Regarding Assessment of Liens for Delinquent Business Licenses for Residential Rental Properties
A resolution of the City Council of the City of Union City authorizing the filing of liens on certain properties and directing staff to forward such liens to the Alameda
County Auditor-Controller for placement on the Fiscal
Year 2023-2024 secured property tax roll and the
Alameda County Clerk-Recorder’s Office for official
recordation of the liens
Adopt Resolution
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Agenda Item
DATE: 7/11/2023
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CARMELA CAMPBELL, ECONOMIC, AND COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR
SUBJECT: HOLD A PUBLIC HEARING AND INTRODUCE AN ORDINANCE FOR ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT AT-23-003 TO AMEND TITLE 18, ZONING, OF THE UNION CITY MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE CHAPTER 18.08, DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 18.36, COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER
18.40 INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 18.76, SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, ADD CHAPTER 18.43, USE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS AND
FIND THAT THE AMEDNDMENT IS EXEMPT FROM ENVIRONMENTAL
REVIEW IN ACCORDANCE WITH CEQAGUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b) (3)
Staff recommends that the City Council hold a public hearing and introduce an Ordinance (Attachment 1) approving Zoning Text Amendment AT-23-003. The proposed zoning text amendments associated with AT-23- 003 are attached (Exhibit A (Clean) and B (red-lined) of Attachment 1).
Approval of the amendments is exempt from environmental review in accordance with California Environmental Quality Act Guidelines section 15061(b)(3), the generalexemption for projects with no potential for significant effect on the environment. As a series of text amendments and additions, it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the Municipal Code Amendment will have a significant effect on the environment.
The Planning Commission recommended approval of Zoning Text Amendment AT-23-003 with modified language to the City Council at its June 15, 2023, meeting on a 5-0 vote. Attached to this staff report are the Planning Commission Staff Report (Attachment 2), Planning Commission Desk Item (Attachment 3), Draft Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (Attachment 4), and Planning Commission Resolution (Attachment 5).
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
The proposed amendments are in alignment with the following:
Goal C. Institute forward-thinking business, land use development, housing, social services, and public safety City Council/RSA Agenda 570 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
strategies that promote community growth and innovation.
Goal C. Strategy 1. Analyze the feasibility of transforming warehouses to attract high-value industrial and commercial uses for the benefit of the community.
Goal C. Strategy 15. Improve and streamline the development process. (Council Priority)
BACKGROUND
As part of the implementation of Strategic Plan Goal C.1, which states “Analyze the feasibility of transforming warehouses to attract high-value industrial and commercial uses for the benefit of the community,” staff developed design criteria and performance standards to ensure future industrial developments are well-designed and accommodate a variety of flex-industrial uses including office and research and development. As part of the effort to develop these standards, staff determined that there needed to be a more comprehensive update to Chapter 18.40, Industrial Districts. This comprehensive update has modified and standardized uses, updated development and performance standards, established objective design standards, and reformatted the chapter for ease of use and consistency with other chapters in Title 18.
The majority of the updates are focused on Chapter 18.40, Industrial Districts, which include the General Industrial (MG), Light Industrial (ML), and Special Industrial (MS) Zoning Districts. These districts make up the majority of the City’s industrialareas. Amendments are also proposed to Chapter 18.76, Site Development Review, to make the Planning Commission the decision maker for Site Development Review applications. The proposed amendments also update applicability. These amendments are not directly related to the other proposed amendments but are included since they are critically important to streamlining the development review process, which is a City Council priority in the Strategic Plan.
Goal LU-7 of the Union City 2040 General Plan states “Protect the supply of land in Union City’s business parks and ensure development and design standards encourage business parks to adapt and transition into vibrant employment centers.” The amendment helps to implement this goal by establishing new design standards and implementing new and updated performance and supplemental standards to ensure our business parks adapt and transition to vibrant and attractive employment centers.
DISCUSSION
A high-level summary of the text amendments are included below. See attached Exhibit A (Clean) and Exhibit B (Redlines) of Attachment 1 for the proposed text amendment wording.
A. Chapter 18.08, Definitions
The amendments to Chapter 18.08 add definitions for new and existing uses to better clarify what operations are covered by the use.
B. Chapter 18.36, Commercial Districts
The amendments to Chapter 18.36 update a reference to the Use of Hazardous Materials section which has been made its own chapter (Chapter 18.43) as part of these amendments.
C. Chapter 18.40, Industrial Districts
The amendments to Chapter 18.40 modify and standardize uses, update development and performance standards, establish objective design standards, and reformat the chapter for ease of use and consistency.
Due to the substantial scope of the update, Chapter 18.40 will be repealed and replaced.
Section 18.40.010 Purpose
The purpose of the MG, ML, and MS Zoning Districts has been aligned with those stated in the 2040 General Plan.
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Section 18.40.020 Use Regulations – Industrial Districts The amendments modify the existing use categories by clarifying language, combining similar uses, updating/removing antiquated use classifications, and adding new uses, which better reflect the current market conditions. All uses would be combined into a single table for ease of use and to ensure use categories are standardized across all districts. Previously, the use classifications were not consolidated and were split between three different sections of the chapter. See below for additional discussion on notable updates to this section.
Amendments are proposed in response to new legislation (i.e., Assembly Bill (AB) 2011 and Senate Bill (SB) 6) which went into effect July 1, 2023. This legislation allows housing developers to develop qualifying multifamily projects on commercial zoned land with limited local discretion. The term “commercial zoned land” includes sites where office and retail uses (including restaurants) are “principally permitted.” To protect the City’s industrial areas, staff is proposing amendments to the MS Zoning District to make office and retail uses conditional, which means that a Use Permit is required prior to establishment of the use. Food service uses in the MS Zoning District are currently a conditional use and will remain as such. Sites that are bounded on three sides by industrial uses are not subject to the new legislation, which would preclude the majority of the sites within the ML Zoning District. As such, office uses remain a permitted use within this zoning district to encourage the development of these uses.
Although not consistent with staff’s efforts to streamline and simplify the City’s approval processes for the business sector, the amendments will provide protection for sites most at risk of conversion to residential uses.
Amendments are also proposed to the use category of warehouse, wholesale, and distribution uses (“warehouse uses”). For buildings that were built prior to August 1996, warehouse uses will continue to remain permitted. The “August 1996” date refers to when the City previously updated its regulations regarding warehouse uses. At that time, Chapter 18.40 was updated to require a Use Permit for new warehouse uses in buildings built after this date. The requirements were also updated at that time to require some warehouse uses to either be 1) point of sale (i.e., generate sales tax), or 2) provide a certain number of employees based on square footage to ensure warehouse uses were meeting the City’s economic development goals.
Over the years, staff found that it was challenging to ensure compliance with the employee requirement and amended the use table to remove it. In its place, the amendments include a requirement that any new warehouse use established in a building constructed after the 1996 date will need to be affiliated with an existing Union City manufacturing or assembly use with a valid business license. Based on research of the City’s existing businesses and conversations with business owners, staff has found that warehouse space is necessary to support the City’s existing manufacturing businesses. These businesses need space to house the products that they manufacture or assemble. The updated provisions ensure that the establishment of new warehouse uses better align with the City’s economic development goals by either requiring that they provide sales tax revenue to the City or support an existing Union City business.
Section 18.40.040 Performance Standards
The amendments either carry forward existing provisions or modify existing performance standards to incorporate current best practices and ensure sites are well maintained. These standards include:
1. Limit warehouse, wholesale and distribution activities within buildings by requiring a minimum of 25 percent of the floor area be used for assembly, manufacturing, R&D, sales, showrooms or office uses;
2. Limitations on nuisance characteristics such as odors, noise, vibrations, etc.;
3. Site maintenance;
4. Hazardous materials regulations;
5. Standards for additions and modifications to exiting industrial developments; and
6. Standards for solid waste, organic waste and recyclable materials enclosure.
Section 18.40.050 Development Standards
The amendments would combine all development standards into a single table for clarity and ease of use.
Additionally, the amendments would revise height and setback requirements in certain zoning districts and City Council/RSA Agenda 572 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
add floor area ratio (FAR) requirements from the General Plan. Setback requirements in the MS Zoning District are proposed to be reduced from 65 feet to 25 feet to continue to allow for adequate setback area while providing additional area on site for redevelopment. The height requirement is proposed to be updated in the MS Zoning District to allow for buildings to be constructed up to 55 feet in height (currently 40 feet) to provide additional flexibility. In addition, the requirement for a Use Permit was removed for buildings to exceed a specific height and replaced with a finding, which the decision maker must make when approving the related Site Development Review application. This reduces processing timelines and removes uncertainty for the project applicant that the requirement for a Use Permit adds.
Section 18.40.060 Supplemental Standards
The amendments would consolidate other supplemental standards into a single section and modify the standards to ensure clarity. The supplemental standards address permitted obstructions, signage, walls and fences, and landscaping.
Staff is proposing to add new standards concerning employee amenity areas, sidewalks and street frontage improvements, equipment screening, and bicycle and pedestrian facilities, which also are items that are typically addressed through the development review process.
These performance standards ensure new development is well-designed and accommodates a variety of flex-industrial uses including office and research and development. In addition, including these standards in Chapter 18.40 ensures applicants are aware of what is expected, which streamlines the approval process by reducing the back and forth between the applicant and staff.
Section 18.40.070 Of Street Parking and Loading / Section 18.40.080 Bicycle Parking The amendments maintain many of the existing parking and loading requirements. Additionally, the amendments would add parking requirements for research and development / laboratory uses, parking structures, and clarify parking requirements for flex industrial buildings.
The amendments would also clarify and update existing bicycle parking standards.
Section 18.40.090 Design Criteria
Following up on the discussion under the Background section, the amendments add new objective design standards to ensure future industrial developments are well designed. The standards encourage attractive architectural developments, create a stronger sense of place and a more positive image for the industrial districts. The standards promote the use of a “Modern” building vocabulary, minimize massing and blank walls, and require the incorporation of architectural features and details as well as high-quality materials and the use of color. Similar to the discussion above, there is also the added benefit of including the design criteria in the chapter, which further streamlines the approval process by letting applicants know what is expected prior to submitting an application.
D. Chapter 18.43 Use of Hazardous Materials
The amendment would relocate the existing requirements listed in Chapter 18.40 Article IV, Use of Hazardous Materials, to a new chapter (Chapter 18.43 Use of Hazardous Materials). The requirements contained in that section apply to additional districts beyond those referenced in Chapter 18.40 (i.e., MG, ML, MS) including the Station East Employment (SEE) Zoning District. For this reason, along with the reformatting of Chapter 18.40, these requirements were included in their own chapter. Additionally, the amendments incorporate a newly added zoning district entitled "Corridor Mixed-Use Employment (CMUE)."
E. Chapter 18.76 Site Development Review
Staff is proposing updates to Chapter 18.76, Site Development Review, to require the Site Development Review (SDR) process apply to allzoning districts. Previously, the applicability section did not include the Civic Facilities (CF) Zoning District in the list of zoning districts where SDR applied. An exception has been added exempting City-owned projects on City-owned land. Additionally, the chapter wording has been updated to make the Planning Commission the decision-making body for Site Development Review approvals instead of the City Council. The City Council would still retain the ability to call the project up on appeal for their review. Staff is developing a process to alert the City Council to Planning Commission actions so they are aware and can exercise this right. This change would further streamline project reviews, align our process with those in neighboring jurisdictions, and provide an appeal process for the public. It City Council/RSA Agenda 573 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
also reflects how Site Development Reviews were previously reviewed before an update in 2006.
F. Study Sessions and Outreach
Planning Commission
A Planning Commission study session to review a draft of the amendments was held on March 16, 2023.
The Commission provided feedback to staff. The proposed amendments were updated in response to the feedback. The Planning Commission staff report and Desk Item can be accessed online at the URL below. https://unioncity.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/MeetingView.aspx? MeetingID=1662&MinutesMeetingID=625&doctype=Agenda
City Council
A City Council study session to review a draft of the amendments was held on April 11, 2023. The Council asked clarifying questions and provided feedback regarding the draft amendments. The Council also indicated that they were supportive of the proposed amendments to Chapter 18.76 to make the Planning Commission the decision maker for Site Development Reviews. The City Council staff report can be accessed online at the URL below.
https://unioncity.novusagenda.com/agendapublic/MeetingView.aspx? MeetingID=1623&MinutesMeetingID=631&doctype=Agenda
Economic Development Advisory Committee(EDAT)
Staff met with the Economic Development Advisory Committee (EDAT) at its March 16, 2023, meeting.
Staff presented the amendments and EDAT members asked clarifying questions.
Broker Engagement
Staff held a stakeholder meeting with local real estate brokers on May 23, 2023. Staff presented the amendments to the brokers. They asked clarifying questions regarding warehousing and processing timelines for use permits. No other feedback was received. After the meeting, staff received some additional feedback from brokers on the requirement that new warehouse uses constructed after 1996 either generate sales tax revenue or support an existing Union City business. There was concern that this requirement limited the type of warehouse uses which could be established in the City. As detailed above, the proposed amendment was included to ensure warehouse uses better support the City’s economic development goals.
In addition, this requirement only applies to buildings constructed after 1996. The majority of Union City’s warehouse buildings were constructed prior to 1996 so applicability is limited.
Public Outreach
A newspaper notice for the zoning text amendments was published in the Tri-City Voice as required by State Law for the Planning Commission and City Council public hearings. To date, staff has not received any public comments.
G. Planning Commission Hearing
The Planning Commission reviewed the proposed amendments at a public hearing on June 15, 2023. For a detailed overview of the Planning Commission discussion, see attached Draft Meeting Minutes labeled Attachment 4. The Commission also considered a Desk Item (Attachment 3) concerning questions and comments from Commissioner Lew regarding the proposed amendments. The Desk Item clarified the removal of uses, updated definition numbering, references and addressed minor formatting and grammatical errors. The Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the proposed amendments, as modified by the Desk Item, to the City Council.
FISCAL IMPACT
No fiscal impacts to the General Fund would result from adoption of the proposed zoning text amendments.
RECOMMENDATION
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Consistent with the Planning Commission recommendation, staff recommends that the City Council, hold a public hearing and introduce an Ordinance (Attachment 1) approving Zoning Text Amendment AT-23-003 and find that the amendment is exempt from environmental review in accordance with CEQA guidelines section 15061(b) (3).
Prepared by:
Brandon H DeLucas, Associate Planner
Submitted by:
Brandon H DeLucas, Associate Planner
ATTACHMENTS:
Description Type
Attachment 1: Draft City Council Ordinance Ordinance
Attachment 1: Exhibit A (Clean) Exhibit
Attachment 1: Exhibit B(Redlines) Exhibit
Attachment 2: Planning Commission Staff Report dated 06/15/2023 Attachment Attachment 3: Desk Itemdated 06/15/2023 Attachment
Attachment 4: Draft Planning Commission Minutes dated?
06/15/2023
Attachment
Attachment 5: Planning Commission Resolution 11-23 Attachment Power Point Attachment
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Attachment 1
ORDINANCE NO. XXXX-23
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF UNION CITY APPROVING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT AT-23-003 TO AMEND TITLE 18, ZONING, OF THE UNION CITY MUNICIPAL CODE TO UPDATE CHAPTER 18.08, DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 18.36, COMMERCIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 18.40, INDUSTRIAL DISTRICTS, CHAPTER 18.76, SITE DEVELOPMENT REVIEW, AND ADD CHAPTER 18.43, USE OF HAZARDOUS MATERIALS
WHEREAS, as part of the implementation of Strategic Plan Goal C.1, which states “Analyze the feasibility of transforming warehouses to attract high-value industrial and commercial uses for the benefit of the community”, staff developed design criteria and performance standards to ensure future industrial developments are well-designed and accommodate a variety of flex-industrial uses including office and research and development; and WHEREAS, during the effort to develop these standards, staff determined that there needed to be a more comprehensive update to address use classifications, outdated performance standards, and the need to reformat the chapter to ensure that use categories were consistent and standardized across all districts; and
WHEREAS, this comprehensive update has modified and standardized uses, updated development and performance standards, established objective design standards, and reformatted the chapter for ease of use and consistency with other chapters in Title 18; and WHEREAS, the California Constitution, Article XI, Section 7, provides cities and counties with the authority to enact ordinances to protect the health, safety, welfare, and morals of their citizens; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Zoning Code currently regulates all development within the City; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Title 18 of the Union City Municipal Code, Chapter 18.08, Definitions, Chapter 18.36, Commercial Districts, Chapter 18.40, Industrial Districts, Chapter 18.76, Site Development Review, and add Chapter 18.43, Use of Hazardous Materials. These amendments modify and standardize uses, update development and performance standards, establish objective design standards, streamline approval processes, and reformat the chapters for ease of use and consistency with other chapters in Title 18; and
PLANNING COMMISSION REVIEW
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on the proposed amendments associated with AT-23-003 on June 15, 2023, at which time all interested parties had the opportunity to be heard. The Planning Commission considered a staff report and Desk Item City Council/RSA Agenda 576 Tuesday, July 11, 2023
Ordinance # XXXX-23