Vacaville City Hall Council Chamber 650 Merchant Street Entrance to the Council Chamber is located in the parking area off of Lovers Lane
MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY,
HOUSING AUTHORITY
GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
AND
PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
AGENDA
February 25, 2025
06:00 p.m.
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Full printing of the City Council Packet
1. ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chair John Carli
Vice Mayor/Vice-Chair Sarah Chapman, District 4
Council/Agency/Authority Member Roy Stockton, District 1
Council/Agency/Authority Member Greg Ritchie, District 2
Council/Agency/Authority Member Michael Silva, District 3
Council/Agency/Authority Member Ted Fremouw, District 5
Council/Agency/Authority Member Jeanette Wylie, District 6
2. MOMENT OF SILENCE followed by the PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. PRESENTATIONS – None
5. CONSENT CALENDAR - RECOMMENDED ACTION ON ALL CONSENT CALENDAR ITEMS - By simple motion, adopt the items on the Consent Calendar.
A.
RESOLUTION DIRECTING THE PREPARATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026 LANDSCAPE AND LIGHTING ASSESSMENT DISTRICT ENGINEERS REPORT FOR THE CITY OF VACAVILLE BY SCI CONSULTING GROUP IN THE AMOUNT OF $29,105
(Staff contact: Jacob Allred, Assistant Director of Public Works - Maintenance (707) 469-6504)
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution and direct the preparation of the annual report for fiscal year 2025-26 for the City of Vacaville Landscaping and Lighting Assessment Districts.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Initiative 4A: Ensure Fiscal Sustainability
Levine Act: Yes
Staff Report 5A
Res. 2025-016 Annual Prep of LL Assessment
B.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A SECOND AMENDMENT TO THE COMMUNICATIONS SITE LEASE WITH T-MOBILE WEST, LLC A DELAWARE LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY FOR THE WIRELESS CELL SITE LOCATED AT 575 VACA VALLEY PARKWAY
(Staff contact: GeorgeAnne Meggers-Smith, Assistant City Manager, (707) 449-5651
Individual Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: Not Applicable
Funding Source: Water Operations Fund
Budget Distribution: If approved by the Council, the revenue would continue to be deposited into the Water Operations Fund (5101.52.0000.4403).
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #1 - Ensure Public Safety
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: Yes
Staff Report 5B
Res. 2025-017 T-Mobile at Browns Valley 2nd Amendment Extension WS14 C.
APPROVAL OF MINUTES -
Approve the Minutes for the regular meeting of February 11, 2025. (Staff contact: Michelle Thornbrugh, Municipal Services Clerk Manager (707) 449-5100)
Individual Action: Approve the Minutes for the meeting of February 11, 2025.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 5C
D.
APPROVAL OF ACCOUNTS PAYABLE AND PAYROLL PAYMENT OF CLAIMS FOR THE WEEKS ENDING FEBRUARY 14, 2025 AND FEBRUARY 21, 2025
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance (707) 449-5180)
Individual Action: By simple motion, approve the Payment of Claims.
Fiscal Impact:
The claims paid for the period total $7,660,701.20.
Amount Requested: Not applicable
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 5D
AP Register
Payroll Register
6. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR -
This is the time to address the Council with issues that are not on the agenda that are within the Council’s subject matter jurisdiction. With certain exceptions, the City Council may not discuss or take action on items that are not on the agenda. Members of the audience wishing to address a specific agendized item are encouraged to offer their public comment during consideration of that item. Comment is limited to three minutes per speaker or group spokesperson per Government Code §54954.3(a); VMC §2.04.130.
Public Comment - Laurie Brunke
Public Comment - Resident ("Dan")
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS –
A.
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS WITHIN THE DOWNTOWN VACAVILLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT FOR 2025; and
RECEIVING THE DOWNTOWN VACAVILLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 2024 ANNUAL REPORT; and APPROVING THE DOWNTOWN VACAVILLE BUSINESS IMPROVEMENT DISTRICT 2025 DISTRICT MANAGEMENT PLAN;
1. By simple motion adopt the subject resolution; and
2. Authorize the levy and collection of assessments; and
3. Receive the 2024 Annual Report; and
4. Approve the 2025 District Management Plan
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: Not applicable
Budget Distribution: Not Applicable
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy
Levine Act: No
Res. 2025-018 DVBID 2025 Renewal
Staff Report 7A
DVBID Presentation Part I
DVBID Presentation Part II
B.
ORDINANCE AMENDING SECTION 10.20.020 OF THE VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE STOPPING, STANDING, AND PARKING OF VEHICLES (FIRST READING)
(Staff contact: Bryan Larsen, Police Captain (707) 469-4823)
Recommended Action: By title only, introduce the subject ordinance and waive reading of the title per Government Code §36934.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: None
Budget Distribution: None
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #1 - Ensure Public Safety
Initiative 1A: Manage Changing Paradigm for Police
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 7B_Revised
Ordinance to Amend VMC 10.20.020 (Prohibited Parking Areas) Presentation C.
ORDINANCE REPEALING CHAPTER 10.56 VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES AND REPLACING IT WITH CHAPTER 10.56 OF THE VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO VIOLATIONS AND PENALTIES FOR PARKING VIOLATIONS (FIRST READING)
Recommended Action: By title only, introduce the subject ordinance and waive reading of the title per Government Code §36934.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: None
Budget Distribution: None
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #1 - Ensure Public Safety
Initiative 1A: Manage Changing Paradigm for Police
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 7C_Revised
Ordinance to Repeal & Replace VMC 10.56 (Parking Fines) Presentation
8. BUSINESS –
A.
PRESENTATION OF THE FISCAL YEAR 2024-25 GENERAL FUND MIDYEAR BUDGET; and
RESOLUTION APPROVING REALLOCATING $234,284 IN COMBINED GENERAL AND MEASURE M FUNDS ALONG WITH AN EXPENDITURE ADJUSTMENT TO THE 2024-25 FISCAL YEAR OPERATING BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,188,130; and
RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR DESIGNEE, TO EXECUTE A CONTRACTUAL AGREEMENT FOR EQUIPMENT PROCUREMENT SERVICES IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $500,000 FOR THE ACQUISITION OF A USED TYPE 1 FIRE ENGINE
(Staff contact: Ken Matsumiya, Director of Finance (707) 449-5180)
Recommended Action: Receive the update and by simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: $1,188,130
Funding Source: General Fund (1001)
Budget Distribution: If approved, the budget would be loaded into the Human Resources, Fire, Police, and Non-Departmental operating budgets.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 8A
Midyear Budget Update Presentation
B.
INCLUSIONARY HOUSING STUDY SESSION
(Staff contact: Damiere Powell, Associate Planner (707) 449-5515)
Recommended Action: Receive an informational presentation and provide feedback to staff on further evaluation of an Inclusionary Housing program in Vacaville.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: $45,000 California Department of Housing and Community Development LEAP grant fund (2910), $97,160 Community Development fund (2023), and $15,000 General Fund from the City Attorney’s Office.
Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in the Community Development annual operating budget and the City Attorney annual operating budget.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy
Initiative 2B: Manage Impacts from Growth
Goal #3 - Protect Vacaville’s Quality of Life Initiative
3A: Promote Housing for All
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 8B
Public Comment - Chris Robles
Inclusionary Housing Study Session Presentation
C.
RESOLUTION INITIATING A ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT TO AMEND TABLE 14.09.070 OF THE MUNICIPAL CODE TO ALLOW "ANIMAL SHELTER AND BOARDING" AS A MINOR USE WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (CG) ZONING DISTRICT (Staff contact: Eileen Ly, Assistant Planner (707) 449-5336) Recommended Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: Community Development Department (2024) Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in the Community Development annual operating budget.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #2 - Strengthen the Local Economy
Initiative 2A: Articulate a current Economic Development Program Levine Act: No
Staff Report 8C
Public Comment - Terri Monson C-O Shirley Foti
Public Comment - Marilyn Dromgoole
Res. 2025-021 The Dog Stop Initiation
The Dog Stop Zoning Text Amendment Presentation
D.
WATER AND WASTEWATER RATE STUDY PRESENTATION
(Staff contact: Larissa Morris, Management Analyst (707) 469-6417) Recommended Action: City Council receive the information and provide feedback or direction.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: None
Funding Source: Sewer Operations (5001) and Water Operations (5101) Budget Distribution: Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in both the Water and Sewer operating budget.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #3 Protect Vacaville's Quality of Life
Goal #4 Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Initiative 4A: Ensure Fiscal Sustainability
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 8D
Public Comment - Jean Price
Water & Sewer Rate Study Presentation
E.
Continued to March 11, 2025;
RESOLUTION ADOPTING AN UPDATED COMMISSION APPOINTMENT POLICY AND TAKING ANY NECESSARY ACTIONS TO IMPLEMENT THE SELECTED POLICY (Staff contact: GeorgeAnne Meggers-Smith (707) 449-5651) Recommended Action: By simple motion, adopt the subject resolution and adopt updates to the Commission Appointment Policy.
Fiscal Impact:
Amount Requested: There are no funds requested for this item.
Funding Source: City Council (1001)
Budget Distribution: The budget for any expenses related to this item is included in the City Council annual operating budget.
Strategic Plan Goal/Initiative:
Goal #4 - Maintain Effective and Efficient Services
Levine Act: No
Staff Report 8E
Public Comment - Joan Marquand-Willse
Added Option 2A Commission Appointment Policy
Added Option 4 Commission Appointment Policy
9. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER –
10. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL –
11. CLOSED SESSION – Pursuant to California Government Code Section, 54950, et seq.
A.
PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
(Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(b)(1))
Position: City Manager
12. ADJOURNMENT
I, City Clerk of the City of Vacaville, declare that the foregoing agenda for the FEBRUARY 25, 2025 , Regular Meeting of the City
Council
/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency/Housing Authority/Public Financing Authority was posted and available for review by the required time as prescribed by law, at the Vacaville City Hall Council
Chambers,
650 Merchant Street
,
Vacaville
,
California
.
The agenda is also available in the City Administration Lobby at City Hall, 650 Merchant Street, Vacaville, CA ______________________________
Michelle A. Thornbrugh, City Clerk