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MINUTES
REGULAR JOINT CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, &
SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETING
December 2, 2025 City of Watsonville
Council Chambers
275 Main Street, Top Floor
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Council Member Clark was scheduled to participate in the meeting via teleconferencing from: 751 Larkin Valley Road, Watsonville, CA 95076.
4:32 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Mayor Orozco, Mayor Pro Tempore Salcido, and Council Members Clark (in person), Dutra, Montesino (arrived at 4:43 p.m.), and Parker were present. Member Quiroz-Carter was absent.
1.a. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES & RECOGNITION OF RETIREES
2. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed the meeting to discuss the items that follow at 4:33 p.m.
2.a. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
(Government Code Section 54957.6)
Agency negotiator: Nathalie Manning, Marissa Duran and Mark Wilson, Burke Williams and Sorensen
Employee organizations: Confidential, Executive Team, Fire Management, International Association of Firefighters (IAFF) Local 1272, Management, United Public Employees of California (LiUNA), Local 792, Operating Engineers Local Union No. 3 (OE3), Police Officers Association, Police Management, Public Safety Mid-Management, Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521 Clerical Technical
2.b. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(b))
Initiation of litigation pursuant to subdivision (c) of Section 54956.9 [One Case]
2.c. PERSONNEL MATTERS
(Government Code Section 54957)
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
Title: [City Attorney]
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City Council Resumed at 6:00 p.m.
3. ROLL CALL
Mayor Orozco, Mayor Pro Tempore Salcido, and Council Members Clark (in person), Dutra, Montesino, and Parker were present. Member Quiroz-Carter was absent.
Staff members present were City Manager Vides, City Attorney Zutler, City Clerk Ortiz, Public Works & Utilities Director Lindberg, Interim Police Chief Rodriguez, Acting Fire Chief Schaefer, Administrative Services Director Duran, I.T. Director Gill, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib, Library Director Martinez, Airport Director Williams, Deputy City Manager & Interim Community Development Director Manning, Assistant Public Works & Utilities Director Fontes, Police Captain McKinley, Police Officer Travers, Public Works & Utilities Consulting Engineer Herrera, Assistant Parks & Community Services Director Negrete, Building & Facilities Manager Berry, Senior Code Enforcement Officer Vargas, Senior Administrative Analyst Martinez, Deputy City Clerk Pacheco and Interpreter Jauregui.
3.a. MOTION TO EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCIL MEMBER(S)
MOTION: It was moved by Member Clark, seconded by Member Montesino and carried by the following vote to excuse Member Quiroz-Carter absence.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker, Salcido, Orozco NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Quiroz-Carter
4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Mayor Orozco moved Item 7.c from the presentations section to accommodate the award recipient
7.c. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING VALLARTA SUPERMARKETS
5. INFORMATION ITEMS
5.b. MISCELLANEOUS DOCUMENTS REPORT
6. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
6.a. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
? female, expressed support for Member Dutra and thanked him for his service. She stated concerns with Immigration and Customs Enforcement accessing automatic license plate reader camera information. She spoke about an issue with Flock license plate reader cameras in a nearby jurisdiction and requested the City ensure there were no hidden data sharing abilities with Police’s use of Flock cameras.
6.b. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COUNCIL
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Member Parker spoke about the City’s recent contribution to Second Harvest Food Bank and encouraged the community to use their services. She spoke about the recent tree lighting ceremony.
Member Montesino congratulated Francisco Estrada on his recent appointment to the Cabrillo College Board of Trustees. He thanked City and Santa Cruz County Regional Transportation Commission staff for their efforts to obtain funding for City projects.
Member Dutra spoke about his participation at Pajaro Valley Shelter Services’ Shelter to Home event and spoke about their work. He congratulated Francisco Estrada on his appointment to the Cabrillo College Board of Trustees. He spoke about his participation at the local Veterans Day event.
Mayor Orozco spoke about events she attended over the past weeks. She thanked City staff that organized the tree lighting ceremony and invited everyone to attend the holiday event, Noche de Brillo, later in the month.
7. PRESENTATIONS
7.a. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING LAND TRUST OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY
7.b. MAYOR'S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING RANCH MILK MARKET
7.c. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING VALLARTA SUPERMARKETS – Moved before Item 5., earlier in the meeting.
7.d. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING WATSONVILLE CYCLERY
8. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Zutler stated no reportable action was taken during the Closed Session.
9. CONSENT AGENDA
At Member Clark’s request, Mayor Orozco removed Item 9.a. from the Consent Agenda, to be considered under Item 10.
In answering Member Montesino’s question regarding Items 9.b. and 9.c ., City Manager Vides spoke about the progress of the Citywide lighting improvement project including challenges with availability of parts.
City Manager Vides, in answering Member Parker, further spoke about supply chain issues related to the Citywide lighting improvement project.
PUBLIC INPUT
Becky Steinbruner spoke in support of having a tribal monitor on-site for the project listed under Item 9.i. but expressed concern with not seeing funding allocated to pay for it. She stated concerns that there was no mention of a tribal monitor for Item 9.j. and requested a link to environmental impact reports be included for relevant projects.
MOTION: It was moved by Member Dutra, seconded by Member Montesino to approve the Consent Agenda.
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In answering Member Parker, City Manager Vides spoke about tribal monitoring during work performed at Ramsay Park.
Consulting Engineer Herrera spoke about monitoring requirements and stated three tribes would be participating in the monitoring programs for the Lee Road Trail project. She answered Member Parker’s question regarding what tribes would participate.
MOTION: The above motion was carried by the following vote.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker, Salcido, Orozco NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Quiroz-Carter
9.a. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CALLING FOR BIDS FOR PHASE 1 OF THE WATSONVILLE CITY PLAZA REVITALIZATION PROJECT, NO. PK 25-09053 (ESTIMATED COST OF $1,100,000 WILL BE FUNDED FROM THE SPECIAL GRANTS FUND (0260) ACCOUNT NUMBER 260-337-7361-09053) – Removed and placed under Item 10. per Member Clark’s request.
9.b. RESOLUTION NO. 299-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AUTHORIZING CONTRACT CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO CONTRACT NO. 3609 WITH STAR ENERGY MANAGEMENT, INC., A CORPORATION, FOR THE CITYWIDE LED STREETLIGHT INSTALLATION PROJECT, NO. ST-25-01, INCREASING THE CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $13,000; AND AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE THE CHANGE ORDER (FUNDED FROM THE MEASURE R FUND)
9.c. RESOLUTION NO. 300-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AUTHORIZING CHANGE ORDER NO. 2 TO PURCHASE ORDER NO. 2600009 WITH JAM SERVICES, INC., A CORPORATION, FOR THE PROCUREMENT OF LED
STREETLIGHT BULBS FOR THE CITYWIDE LED STREETLIGHT INSTALLATION PROJECT, NO. ST-25-01, AT NO COST TO THE CITY; AND AUTHORIZING CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CHANGE ORDER (FUNDED FROM THE MEASURE
R FUND)
9.d. RESOLUTION NO. 301-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING THE SECOND CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH RAIMI & ASSOCIATES, INC. FOR CONSULTANT SERVICES FOR THE 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT
IMPLEMENTATION, EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT FROM DECEMBER 31, 2025 TO MARCH 31, 2026, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE SAME
9.e. RESOLUTION NO. 302-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
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ENGINEERING, INC., FOR SPECIAL INSPECTION, TESTING, AND GEOTECHNICAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE RAMSAY PARK RENAISSANCE PROJECT; INCREASING THE CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $75,399.75 FOR A REVISED TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $247,739.75; AND AUTHORIZING CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
9.f. RESOLUTION NO. 303-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO EMPLOYMENT CONTRACT BETWEEN THE
CITY OF WATSONVILLE AND TAMARA VIDES FOR EMPLOYMENT AS CITY
MANAGER
9.g. RESOLUTION NO. 304-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO LICENSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY
OF WATSONVILLE AND THE LAND TRUST OF SANTA CRUZ COUNTY, A
CALIFORNIA NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR A TEMPORARY CONSTRUCTION STAGING AREA LOCATED AT 275 LEE ROAD, WATSONVILLE,
CALIFORNIA, REDUCING THE ACREAGE SUBJECT TO THE AGREEMENT, AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
9.h. RESOLUTION NO. 305-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
ADOPTING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO COMMUNICATIONS SITE LEASE AGREEMENT WITH T-MOBILE USA, INC., FOR CELLULAR ANTENNA SPACE ON
THE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT ROTATING BEACON TOWER AND AUTHORIZING AND
DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME AND ANY AMENDMENTS
THERETO OF A NON-SUBSTANTIVE NATURE SUBJECT TO LEGAL APPROVAL
9.i. RESOLUTION NO. 306-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO MNS ENGINEERS, INC., A
CORPORATION, FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE LEE ROAD TRAIL - PHASE 1, CITY PROJECT NO. CT-24-14860 FEDERAL PROJECT NO. 5031(040), IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $425,066;
AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
9.j. RESOLUTION NO. 307-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AWARDING CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO MONTEREY PENINSULA
ENGINEERING, A PARTNERSHIP, FOR THE LEE ROAD TRAIL - PHASE 1, CITY PROJECT NO. CT-24-14860, FEDERAL PROJECT NO. 5031(040), IN THE AMOUNT OF $1,683,523, PLUS AN ADDITIONAL 10% CONTINGENCY ($168,352), FOR A TOTAL PROJECT AMOUNT OF $1,851,875; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
9.k. RESOLUTION NO. 308-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO MICHAEL K. NUNLEY & ASSOCIATES, INC., A CORPORATION, FOR ENGINEERING DESIGN SERVICES FOR Docusign Envelope ID: E380B17E-B833-42CD-B10F-0CA704A3E23D Vol 66 Min-CC120225
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HEXAVALENT CHROMIUM TREATMENT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $982,022; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SAME
9.l. RESOLUTION NO. 309-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING SOFTWARE SERVICE AGREEMENT RENEWAL WITH OPENGOV, INC.,
A CORPORATION, FOR THE PROCUREMENT SUITE SOFTWARE AND EXTENDING
THE SOFTWARE SERVICES FOR AN ADDITIONAL YEAR AND INCREASING THE CONTRACT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $40,376.34, FOR A TOTAL REVISED CONTRACT AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $132,754.24; AND AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SOFTWARE SERVICES AGREEMENT RENEWAL
9.m. RESOLUTION NO. 310-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROPRIATING $25,800 FROM THE MEASURE Y REVENUE ACCOUNT TO THE
MEASURE Y CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN FOR VEHICLE REPLACEMENTS
9.n. RESOLUTION NO. 311-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING FIVE YEAR LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE AND YWCA OF WATSONVILLE, A CORPORATION, FOR CITY PROPERTY LOCATED AT 118 SECOND STREET, (MARINOVICH PARK), FOR A
CHILD CARE FACILITY, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE SAME
9.o. RESOLUTION NO. 312-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AUTHORIZING ITS BANKS, INVESTMENT INSTITUTIONS AND THEIR
CORRESPONDENTS TO HONOR SIGNATURES OF CITY MANAGER TAMARA
VIDES, ADMINISTRATIVE SERVICES DIRECTOR MARISSA DURAN, ASSISTANT
FINANCE MANAGER JOEMAIYRA NOLASCO, FINANCE ANALYST ILDA ESTRADA
AND ACCOUNTANT II JILLIAN MORALES ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE
10. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA
In answering Member Clark, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib spoke about the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) process that was part of the City Plaza Revitalization project, including meeting various requirements for work on historically designated places.
Member Clark expressed concerns with ensuring permission was obtained from the State Historic Preservation Offices (SHPO) prior to performing any work on the City Plaza.
City Manager Vides added that Council was only taking action on approval of Phase 1 of the City Plaza Revitalization project at that meeting.
In answering Member Clark, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib provided details regarding the work included in Phase 1 of the project.
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Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib, in answering Member Parker, provided additional details regarding CEQA and SHPO requirements for the project.
Member Parker requested CEQA and SHPO documentation be made available to Council and to the public for future phases of the project as well as other applicable projects.
In answering Member Dutra, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib spoke about efforts to provide community input opportunities for the Plaza Revitalization project.
Member Dutra spoke about the significance of the Plaza and in support of the project.
Member Parker stated she was fully in support of the project. She stated she had requested clarification to ensure the public understood the project fully.
Member Clark stated he was in support of the project and agreed with Member Parker’s request to provide relevant documentation to the Council in advance.
Public Input
Becky Steinbruner spoke about the Redman Hirahara house being removed from the historic registry and commended Council members for their questions. She expressed disappointment with the George Washington bust being relocated from the Plaza to the Library. She inquired whether the trees in the Plaza would be protected.
MOTION: It was moved by Member Dutra, seconded by Member Montesino and carried by the following vote to approve Item 9.a. listed below.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker, Salcido, Orozco NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Quiroz-Carter
9.a. RESOLUTION NO. 313-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CALLING FOR BIDS FOR PHASE 1 OF THE WATSONVILLE CITY PLAZA REVITALIZATION PROJECT, NO. PK 25-09053 (ESTIMATED COST OF $1,100,000 WILL BE FUNDED FROM THE SPECIAL GRANTS FUND (0260) ACCOUNT NUMBER 260-337-7361-09053
11. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES, & APPEALS
11.a. ABATEMENT OF A NUISANCE AT PARCEL (014-021-01) IN THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE
1) Staff Report by Senior Code Enforcement Officer Vargas 2) City Council Clarifying & Technical Questions
In answering Member Dutra, Senior Code Enforcement Officer Vargas stated the City paid the cost of abatement the first cleaning of the property and would request Council approval to place a lien on the property to recover those cost.
Karam Singh, KDS Dhaliwal Investment Inc. Vice President, in answering Mayor Pro Tempore Salcido, explained the reason he had not filed trespass forms with Police in Docusign Envelope ID: E380B17E-B833-42CD-B10F-0CA704A3E23D Vol 66 Min-CC120225
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regard to the encampments in the site.
In answering Member Dutra, City Attorney Zutler stated the costs for cleaning the property the first time and the costs for cleaning it a second time would be taken for Council consideration of reimbursement separately.
City Manager Vides, in answering Member Dutra, stated it was possible to develop the property despite zoning challenges.
In answering Member Dutra, Mr. Singh spoke about his plan to develop the property and stated he was willing to work with the City to address current issues, including installation of iron fencing to prevent future encampments. 3) Public Comments
Kara, representative of encampment residents, stated they had been removed without being given support services on prior occasions. She stated many encampment residents were struggling with mental health issues and requested assistance for all residents. She spoke about efforts to keep the encampment clean.
Anthony Ramos, encampment resident, spoke about the high cost of living. He expressed concerns that clearing the encampment would displace its residents and spoke about other negative impacts.
? male, encampment resident, spoke about challenges he had faced. He stated he could not stay at a shelter due to his pets and expressed concerns with the amount of money spent on enforcement efforts. He stated many encampment residents were struggling with their mental health and did not know where to go for assistance. ? female stated funding could be used to help people obtain housing and expressed concerns with challenges faced by homeless persons.
Ilia Bulaich, District 1, spoke about concerns raised by residents regarding the tiny homes project. He stated residents near the K-mart shopping center had expressed concerns with impacts of homeless encampments. He asked Council to consider those impacts when deciding on abatement action.
Council resumed their questions following Public Comments.
In answering Mayor Orozco, City Manager Vides stated the City would connect with the County of Santa Cruz to offer resources to encampment residents.
Member Dutra thanked the members of the public who spoke. He stated many people were struggling with mental health issues and spoke about the lack of funding to address homelessness. He spoke about the property owner’s responsibility to keep the property clean and spoke about connecting encampment residents to resources.
Member Parker thanked the members of the public that spoke and spoke about property owners’ responsibilities. She stated the City did not have access to Santa Cruz County’s funding. She spoke about public safety implications.
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In answering Member Parker, City Attorney Zutler stated property owners were responsible for complying with the City’s Municipal Code. 4) MOTION: It was moved by Mayor Pro Tempore Salcido, seconded by Member Clark and carried by the following vote to approve the resolution listed under Item 11.a.6. below.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker, Salcido, Orozco NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Quiroz-Carter
5) City Council Deliberation on Motion – None
6) RESOLUTION NO. 314-25 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
OVERRULING OBJECTIONS, IF ANY, AND ORDERING ABATEMENT OF A
PUBLIC NUISANCE ON PRIVATE PROPERTY AT VACANT LOT ON AIRPORT BLVD (014-021-01), WATSONVILLE, CALIFORNIA, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 17 (NUISANCES) OF TITLE 5 (PUBLIC WELFARE, MORALS, AND CONDUCT) OF
THE WATSONVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE
12. NEW BUSINESS
12.a. REGIONAL INTEROPERABLE NEXT-GENERATION (RING) RADIO SYSTEM 1) Staff Report by Police Captain McKinley
Consultant Jim Crowlay was also present.
2) City Council Clarifying & Technical Questions
In answering Mayor Pro Tempore Salcido, Consultant Crowlay spoke about efforts to test communication coverage to address any potential communication gaps and about cybersecurity.
Consultant Crowlay, in answering Member Clark, spoke about the vendors that had been selected for the system and provisions in the contract regarding upgrades.
In answering Member Dutra, Consultant Crowlay stated he would communicate with all involved law enforcement agencies regarding radio traffic availability for the public.
Member Dutra expressed concerns with radio traffic not being available for the interested public.
In answering Member Dutra, Consultant Crowlay spoke about a recent situation where a member of the public accessed a sheriff department’s channel and created issues.
He spoke about how the new technology would help eliminate those types of issues.
Police Captain McKinley provided examples highlighting the need to upgrade the current radio system.
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In answering Member Parker, Consultant Crowlay provided details regarding cost allocations among the various agencies involved, potential challenges for smaller agencies, and exploring revenue generating options for them. He spoke about efforts to ensure seamless communication.
Consultant Crowlay, in answering Mayor Orozco, stated there was room for additional agencies to be included, which would reduce the cost per agency.
Mayor Orozco spoke about having all agencies approach legislators to request funding.
3) Public Input
Becky Steinbruner expressed concerns with Pajaro Valley Fire Protection District not participating in the RING system and potential interoperability challenges, especially during large-scale emergencies. She also expressed concerns with encryption and inquired about other agencies’ participation.
Council resumed their questions following Public Input.
Member Dutra stated concerns with having agencies not participate in the system.
In answering Member Dutra, Consultant Crowlay spoke about system features that would allow for connection to other frequencies and facilitate interoperability. He spoke about systems currently being used by other agencies.
Consultant Crowlay, in answering Member Dutra, spoke about exploring options to allow the public to have access to necessary information while prioritizing officer safety.
Member Clark stated there were ways to allow the public continued access to information.
4) MOTION: It was moved by Member Clark, seconded by Member Parker and carried by the following vote to approve the motion listed under Item 12.a.6. below.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Parker, Salcido, Orozco
NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Montesino, Quiroz-Carter
5) City Council Deliberation on Motion – None
6) Motion Approving the City’s participation in the Regional Interoperable Next Generation (RING) Radio System by Authorizing the City Manager to Negotiate Final Business Terms & Execute the Master Service and Governance Agreement (MSGA) with the County of Santa Cruz and Other Partner Agencies, & Approve the City’s Financial Commitment Consistent with the Agreed-upon Cost Sharing Model
13. EMERGENCY ITEMS ADDED TO AGENDA – None
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14. REQUESTS & SCHEDULING FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Member Parker requested an item to explore amending Part II of the Council Protocols regarding placing items on the agenda.
Member Clark and Mayor Orozco expressed support with Member Parker’s request.
Member Dutra requested items regarding updates to the current plastic bag and sign ordinances.
Member Clark requested an informational item regarding the City’s contract with Flock Safety.
15. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:28 p.m.
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Maria Orozco, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Irwin I. Ortiz, City Clerk
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