HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - November 1, 1996CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, MAY 1, 1996
7:00 P.M.
ROLL CALL
Present: Council Members - Davenport, Mann, Pennino, Sieglock and Warner (Mayor)
Absent: Council Members - None
Also Present: City Manager Flynn, Public Works Director Ronsko, City Engineer Prima,
Community Development Director Bartlam, Finance Director McAthie, Electric
Utility Director Vallow, City Attorney Hays and City Clerk Perrin
INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Pastor Jim Harvey, Lodi Community Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Warner.
4. AWARDS 1 PROCLAMATIONS I PRESENTATIONS
a) Mayor Warner presented a proclamation to Brad Jones, Lodi Employment Development
Department, proclaiming the week of May 5 - 11, 1996 as "Hire a Veteran Week" in the
City of Lodi. Employers were encouraged to hire veterans, especially during this time.
FILE NO. CC -37
b) Mayor Warner presented a proclamation to Troylene Sayler, Chairperson, and Kristy
Phillips, Co -Chairperson, proclaiming Saturday, May 11, 1996 as "Walk for the Health of It
Day" in the City of Lodi. This event is to encourage healthy lifestyles and help raise funds
for the hospital. This year's events include a timed 3.1 mile walk; a 3.1 mile poker walk; a
1 mile walk -and -roll with strollers and wheelchairs pushed by the Girl Scouts; and a
rollerblade poker run. There will also be a health fair, musical events, etc. T-shirts were
presented to the Council Members, and everyone was encouraged to participate.
FILE NO. CC -37
C) Mayor Warner presented a proclamation to Amanda Solway, Postal Carrier, proclaiming
Saturday, May 11, 1996 as "National Letter Carrier Food Drive Day" in the City of Lodi.
Last year the program collected 7 tons of food for donation to the Lodi Community Center.
This year;s food will be presented to the Salvation Army. Each household is asked to
place food donations at their mailbox on Saturday, May 11 th for collection by mail carriers.
FILE NO. CC -37
d) Mayor Warner presented a proclamation to Mac McCaughna, Vice President, proclaiming
the month of May 1996 as "Lodi Community Concert Association Month". The Lodi
Community Concert has been bringing quality music and concerts to Lodi for 50 years.
FILE NO. CC -37
e) Mayor Warner presented a proclamation to Dusty Moore, Big Valley Seniors President,
proclaiming May 4 - 5, 1996 as "Big Valley Seniors Softball Days" in the City of Lodi. On
behalf of its Board of Directors, Mr. Moore thanked the City for the proclamation and
presented Mayor Warner with a softball shirt and hat. Lodi hosts two senior tournaments
during the year; one in May and the other in October. The first tournament is scheduled
for May 4 - 5, 1996 which will bring over 1,000 people into Lodi over the weekend, and it
also coincides with the Street Faire on Sunday, May 5, 1996. Mr. Moore thanked Parks
and Recreation Director Williamson, Supervisor Reese and staff for helping to make the
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Recreation Department staff for helping to make the tournaments a success. The City
Council and the Parks and Recreation staff were invited to join the group at the hospitality
room at the Lodi Motor inn on Saturday, May 4, 1996 from 6 p.m. - 9 p.m. for a "get
acquainted" reception. Recreation Supervisor Reese added that this is one of the finer
groups in Lodi and that he is glad to be associated with them. Diana Slawson with the
Chamber of Commerce Visitors Bureau presented the first, and only one of its kind, key to
the Big Valley Seniors in recognition of its contribution to tourism in the City of Lodi.
FILE NO. CC -37
f) Marcelo Lopez, Executive Director of the San Joaquin Private Industry Council, made a
presentation to the City Council regarding the Summer Youth Employment Training
Program, Summer Jobs `96. Since 1984 approximately 23,000 youths in Lodi have been
provided with employment opportunities. There has been a huge reduction in the program
for 1996. This year it is expected that the program will serve 450 youth less and the private
sector is being called upon to help by 1) creating employment opportunities for the youth; 2)
contribute money (approximately $1,200) to cover the wages and taxes that go with hiring a
youth; or 3) loan staff to work with them to lower the administrative work and use that
money to create an additional employment opportunity. Employers must pay at least the
minimum wage of $4.25 per hour. The County has been separated into three parts:
Central County, South County and North County. Lodi is in the North County and the goal
is to provide 48 jobs. Les Dabritz, Chamber of Commerce and Lori Sabbatini, Arbor
Convalescent Hospital, indicated their desire to participate in this county -wide effort and felt
the goal will be reached. The Chamber sent out fliers regarding the program and a letter is
forthcoming. Council Member Pennino invited Mr. Lopez to make a presentation regarding
this matter at the next Youth Commission Meeting on May 9, 1996. Administrative Assistant
Evans informed the City Council that the City of Lodi will have 129 positions (most of which
are currently filled). Further, we will have additional positions during the fall.
FILE NO. CC -7(b)
g) Traffic Engineer Fernandez presented a report regarding the Bicycle Safety Grant. The City
just received word that we will receive funds for a grant that was applied for in January. The
City requested $36,000, but we will be receiving $46,000. The additional funds will be for
bicycle helmets and for a community campaign/presentation equipment. Ms. Fernandez
introduced Rick Kiriu, Traffic Engineer for the City of Lodi, who prepared the grant. This will
be a joint effort between the Public Works and Police Departments and will include making
presentations to kindergarten through 6th grade students, making suggested routes for the
schools to give to parents, and also administrating bicycle rodeos with the grant.
Community Service Officer Mary Fuhs and Police Lieutenant David Main were recognized
for their assistance with the grant and various programs. One of the reasons for the
additional funding is because of the City's high number of bicycle accidents, which the City
will target by educating students. The first bicycle lane was striped today along Hutchins
Street. The City Council and public was invited to attend the Bike Lane Dedication
Celebration on Friday, May 3, 1996 at 9:00 a.m. at Legion Park. Bike safety pamphlets and
maps are available.
FILE NO. CC -6 AND CC -66
5. URGENCY ITEM ADDED TO THE AGENDA
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Mann second, unanimously added the
following urgency item to be discussed at the end of the agenda:
a) Closed Session
Pending Litigation - Romero v. Central California Traction Company, a Corporation et al.,
SJCSC Case No. 239850
FILE NO. CC -200(d)
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CONSENT CALENDAR
In accordance with report and recommendation of the City Manager, Council, on motion of
Council Member Pennino, Mann second, approved the following items hereinafter set forth except
those otherwise noted which were moved to the end of the agenda prior to the Closed
Session (with the exception of agenda item #E-7) by the vote shown below:
Ayes: Council Members - Mann, Pennino, Sieglock and Warner (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - Davenport
Absent: Council Members - None
a) Claims were approved in the amount of $1,800,554.52.
FILE NO. CC -21(a)
b) The Minutes of April 10, 1996 (Special Meeting), April 17, 1996 (Regular Meeting) and
April 23, 1996 (Adjourned Regular Meeting) were approved as written.
C) Approved the specifications for bids for one high-speed line printer for the AS/400 mid-
range system located in the Finance Departments Data Processing Division and
authorized advertising for bids.
FILE NO. CC -12.1(b)
d) Agenda item #E-4 entitled, "Sole source purchase of molded rubber products for the
underground electric distribution system" was removed from the Consent Calendar and
discussed and acted upon at the end of the agenda. (Removed by Council Member
Davenport.)
e) Agenda item #E-5 entitled, "Sole source purchase of underground concrete vaults" was
removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon at the end of the
agenda. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.)
f) Agenda item #E-6 entitled, "Contract Change Orders for Civic Center Improvements
(Phase II), City Hall Remodel" was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed
and acted upon at the end of the agenda. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.).
g) Agenda item #E-7 entitled, "Central City Revitalization Assessment District - ratify
previous decision on district boundaries and amended Engineers Report" was removed
from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon following approval of the
Consent Calendar. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.)
h) Agenda item #E-8 entitled, "Richards Ranch neighborhood park" was removed from the
Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon at the end of the agenda. (Removed by
Council Member Sieglock.)
Set Public Hearing for May 15, 1996 to receive input on the use of Federal Transit
Authority Funds for 1995/96 and 1996/97.
FILE NO. CC -50(a)
j) Adopted Resolution No. 96-41 supporting the naming of the Armory Park ball field to the
"Tom Chapman Field".
FILE NO. CC -27(c) AND CC -300
k) Agenda item #E-11 entitled, "Set Public Hearing for May 15, 1996 to consider Notice of
Public Nuisance and Order to Abate issued on property located at 433 East Locust Street
(APN 043-201-0025)" was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted
upon at the end of the agenda. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.)
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1) Agenda item #E-12 entitled, "Authorize program to allow City utility customers to donate
funds to the Lodi Electric Assistance Program (LEAP)" was removed from the Consent
Calendar and discussed and acted upon at the end of the agenda. (Removed by Council
Member Sieglock.)
m) Agenda item #E-13 entitled, "Resolution of intention to approve an amendment to the
contract between the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the City of Lodi
to include 1) "credit for unused sick leave" and 2) position of Fire Inspector as a Safety
Member" was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon at the
end of the agenda. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.)
n) Agenda item #E-14 entitled, "Class specification and salary range for Tree Operations
Supervisor' was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon at
the end of the agenda. (Removed by Council Member Davenport.)
7. ACTION ON AGENDA ITEM #E-7
a) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Mann second, adopted
Resolution No. 96-39 amending the Central City Assessment District boundaries and the
Engineer's Report (ratified action taken at the April 17, 1996 Council meeting that
eliminated the property in the downtown zone east of the railroad property) by the
following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Mann, Pennino, Sieglock and Warner (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - Davenport
Absent: Council Members - None
FILE NO. CC -6, CC -72 AND CC -400
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a) Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is
on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Warner called for the Public Hearing to
consider weed abatement proceedings involving various parcels within the City of Lodi to
allow property owners having objections to the proposed removal of weeds to be heard
and given due consideration.
Hearing Opened to the Public
There was no one wishing to speak on this matter.
Public Portion of Hearing Closed
ACTION:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Mann second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 9644 entitled, "A Resolution Overruling Objections and
Proceeding With Abatement Before the City Council of the City of Lodi In the Matter of
Weed Abatement Proceedings".
FILE NO. CC -24(b) AND CC -300
b) Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is
on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Warner called for the continued Public Hearing
to consider adoption of the updated Urban Water Management Plan.
Hearing Opened to the Public
There was no one wishing to speak on this matter.
Public Portion of Hearing Closed
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ACTION:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Mann, Sieglock second, unanimously
adopted the updated Urban Water Management Plan.
FILE NO. CC -6 AND CC -183(d)
C) Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is
on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Warner called for the continued Public Hearing
to consider the following Planning Commission recommendation:
General Plan Amendment to redesignate the area bounded by the future location of
Tienda Drive on the north; the Woodbridge Irrigation District canal on the east; a
line 500 feet north of West Kettleman Lane on the south and the Target Shopping
Center on the west (i.e. portions of 1549 through 2249 West Kettleman Lane) from
LDR, Low -Density Residential to O, Office -Institutional;
2. Rezone the area bounded by the future location of Tienda Drive on the north; the
Woodbridge Irrigation District canal on the east; a line 500 feet north of West
Kettleman Lane on the south and the Target Shopping Center on the west (i.e.
portions of 1549 through 2249 West Kettleman Lane) from R-2, Single -Family
Residential to RCP, Residential -Commercial -Professional; and
3. Certify Negative Declaration as adequate environmental documentation on the
above projects.
Hearing Opened to the Public
Jeffrey Kirst, P.O. Box 1259, Woodbridge, spoke in support of the
recommendation. This will not become a full blown office area;
2. Joe Handel, 1826 West Kettleman Lane, Lodi, spoke in favor of the
recommendation. Mr. Handel is planning to do a retirement project at this
location which the current zoning will not allow. Leaving it the way it is will be
more unattractive and will create a lot of traffic in the residential areas;
Darrell Sasaki, 1841 Lakeshore Drive, Lodi, also spoke in favor of the rezoning. It
will enhance his and the other properties; and
4. Melvin Helmle, 2320 West Kettleman Lane, Lodi, stated for the record that this
will have an adverse effect on him because Tienda Drive will be in his backyard.
Mr. Helmle is concerned where the street is, but not about the zoning.
Public Portion of Hearing Closed
ACTION:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Mann, Sieglock second, unanimously
took the following actions:
Introduced Ordinance No. 1631 entitled, "An Ordinance Of The Lodi City Council
Amending The Land Use Element Of The Lodi General Plan By Redesignating The
Area Bounded By The Future Location Of Tienda Drive On The North; The
Woodbridge Irrigation Canal On The East; A Line 300 Feet North Of West Kettleman
Lane On The South And The Target Shopping Center On The West (I.E. Portions Of
1549 Through 2249 West Kettleman Lane) From LDR, Low -Density Residential To O,
Office Institutional";
Continued May 1, 1996
• Introduced Ordinance No. 1632 entitled, "An Ordinance Of The Lodi City Council
Amending The Official District Map Of The City Of Lodi And Thereby Rezoning The
Area Bounded By The Future Location Of Tienda Drive On The North; The
Woodbridge Irrigation District Canal On The East; A Line 300 Feet North Of West
Kettleman Lane On The South And The Target Shopping Center On The West, Being
Portions Of The Parcels Located At 1549 Through 2249 west Kettleman Lane From
R-2, Single -Family Residential To RCP, Residential -Commercial -Professional With A
Condition Relating To School Facilities Funding'; and
• Adopted Resolution No. 96-45 entitled, "A Resolution Of The Lodi City Council
Certifying The Negative Declaration As Adequate Environmental Documentation For
The Tienda Drive General Plan Amendment And Rezone".
FILE NO. CC -35(a), CC -53(a), CC -149 AND CC -300
9. RECESS
Mayor Warner called for a ten-minute recess and the City Council meeting reconvened at
approximately 9:10 p.m.
10. COMMUNICATIONS (CITY CLERK)
a) On recommendation of the City Attorney and/or the City's contract administrator,
Insurance Consulting Associates, Inc. (ICA), the City Council, on motion of Council
Member Warner, Pennino second, unanimously rejected the following claims:
1. Rueben Mattila, date of loss 2/12196
2. Sharon Blaufus, date of loss 4/1/96
3. Robb & Ross, date of loss 5/26195
4. Terri Lovell, date of loss 4/1196
5. Luanne Moore, date of loss 1/2/96
6. James Eveland, date of loss 3/11/96
7. Joanne Seibel, date of loss 2/11/96
8. Robert L. Cook, date of loss 3/21/96
9. Jack Prudhel, date of loss 9/95
The City Council requested a report be given to them periodically regarding the claims.
FILE NO. CC -4(c)
b) City Clerk Perrin read the following ABC License:
1. David Hildenbrand to Prestige Stations, Inc., Hildenbrand's AM/PM Mini Mart, 225
South Cherokee Lane, Lodi, Off -Sale Beer and Wine, Person to Person Transfer
FILE NO. CC -7(f)
C) The following report was presented to the City Council:
1. Planning Commission report of April 22, 1996
FILE NO. CC -35(c)
d) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Pennino, Warner second, unanimously
directed the City Clerk to post for the following expiring terms on various boards and
commissions:
Library Board of Trustees
C. M. Sullivan Term to expire June 30, 1996
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Lodi Arts Commission
Beth Handel
Theo Vandenberg
Eleanor Kundert
Jon Withers
Planning Commission
Michael Lapenta
Craig Rasmussen
Term to expire July 1, 1996
Term to expire July 1, 1996
Term to expire July 1, 1996
Term to expire July 1, 1996
Term to expire June 30, 1996
Term to expire June 30, 1996
Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission
Student appointees:
Heather Muser Term to expire June 30, 1996
Andrew Vincent Term to expire June 30, 1996
FILE NO. CC -2(d), CC -2(9), CC -2(k) AND CC -2(t)
11. REGULAR CALENDAR
a) Bart Meays, Executive Director with COG, and Amy Augustine, Environmental Planning
Consultant, made a presentation regarding the San Joaquin County Multi -Species Habitat
Conservation and Open Space Plan.
Council Member Pennino made a motion to proceed on an advisory standpoint only with
the concept of a single land manager and leave the decision regarding the entity alone at
this point. The motion died for lack of a second.
Council Member Sieglock then made a motion, Davenport second, to recommend to the
economic consultant that, until the City sees the Plan, he will make a judgement as to the
figures for the implementation of the plan. Following discussion, Council Member
Sieglock withdrew his motion.
The City Council made no further motions; therefore, no action was taken.
Speaking on the matter was the following person:
Jeffrey Kirst, President Building Industry Association (BIA), P.O. Box 1259,
Woodbridge, spoke in support of the plan. However, Mr. Kirst does not agree
with the recommendation of designating the Board of Supervisors as the
implementation agency. Mr. Kirst feels it should be a combination of the signing
cities, the county and the stakeholders.
FILE NO. CC -6, CC -7(b) AND CC -7(n)
b) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Pennino, Sieglock second, unanimously
directed the City Manager to advertise and otherwise disseminate the Request for
Proposal (RFP) for management and operations services for Lodi's transit service and set
the date of June 14, 1996 at 4:00 p.m. as the time to open proposals.
Further, the City Council, on motion of Council Member Mann, Sieglock second,
unanimously directed staff to submit a proposal in this matter.
FILE NO. CC -6, CC -12.1(c) AND CC -50(b)
C) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Mann second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 96-46 approving the Electric Utility Department finalized 1995-97
Financial Plan and Budget and appropriated the 1995/97 operating and capital budgets.
FILE NO. CC -21(b) AND CC -300
Continued May 41996
12. ORDINANCES
None.
13. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
a) Jeffrey Kirst, P.O. Box 1259, Woodbridge, requested the City cut down the tree on Elm
Street in the south alley between School and Sacramento Street. It is causing a problem,
especially with vagrants. The matter was directed to Public Works Director Ronsko.
14. COMMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
a) Council Member Pennino requested a status report regarding the trees along Hutchins
Street. City Manager Flynn indicated he spoke with Street Superintendent Bradley. The
Street Division tried to spray; however, because of strong winds and OSHA issues, the
spraying could not be done at that time, however, it is being taken care of now. Council
Member Pennino stressed that the median needs to be landscaped. Further, Mr. Pennino
stressed that more be done to participate with organizations such as Big Valley Seniors
and Good Sam Club. These groups bring a lot of tourism and more dollars into the City.
FILE NO. CC -49 AND CC -400
b) Council Member Sieglock invited the public to attend the Boys and Girls Club fundraising
event entitled, "Reach for the Stars", on Saturday May 4, 1996 at Hutchins Street Square.
Tickets are $50.00 per person and proceeds will benefit the operations of the Club.
C) Council Member Davenport thanked everyone for coming to the meeting and commented
on the following matters: 1) Reminded everyone to be ever mindful of gangs, to know
where kids are and to fight graffiti and crime; 2) Reminded the City Clerk that he still has
not received the copy of the audio cassette for the City Council meeting of April 3, 1996.
Further, Mr. Davenport feels the minutes were not corrected the way he asked; 3)
Indicated he is still waiting for an account and history of the asset forfeiture fund; 4)
Recognized Lodi person who is going to the Olympic games -- Dave Alcoriza --who has a
chance at winning a gold medal; 5) Suggested a fund be set up to pay for the numerous
claims received from citizens dealing with power surges; 6) Received letter from Lagorio
Communications which is having difficulty presenting proposals at the Police Department,
and understands Captain Adams is addressing the matter; 7) Received letter requesting a
sound barrier on South Sunset Drive. Mr. Davenport feels the City should look at it and
either build and pay for it or pay 50% of it; and 8) Thanked the Community Development
Director for the report on building plan checks and permit reports. The report indicates
370 active applications, which shows the economy is getting better.
d) Council Member Mann stated he has no problem with staff reporting the asset seizure
funds; however, the City Council approves all expenditures from that fund each time
money is requested by the Police Department. The only thing left to report are the
inflows; although, he is unsure if those can be reported due to the criminal cases.
Further, the newly installed lighting on the east side looks good and is having a positive
impact in the area. The new street lighting on the west side is also a welcome addition.
e) Mayor Warner responded to Council Member Pennino's earlier comment regarding more
participation with visiting groups to Lodi. Mr. Warner feels that the Chamber of
Commerce Visitors' Bureau should be doing all it can, especially since the City is paying
for it. Further, the Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) February financial report is
available for review.
FILE NO. CC -400
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f) City Manager Flynn reported there is no Shirtsleeve Session scheduled for Tuesday, May
7, 1996, as Street Superintendent Bradley's mother passed away, and he will be out of
town for the funeral. Council asked that their condolences be given to Mr. Bradley. City
Manager Flynn further announced today is Council Member Davenport's 52nd birthday.
15. ACTION ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
a) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Pennino, Sieglock, unanimously took the
following actions:
Adopted Resolution No. 96-37 awarding the purchase of various molded rubber
products from the sole source distributor for this region, Western States Electric
of Portland, Oregon, in the amount of $20,160.03; and
2. Adopted Resolution No. 96-38 awarding the sole source purchase of two sizes of
underground concrete vault assemblies from the only area manufacturer currently
able to produce the vaults, Utility Vault Company of Pleasanton, in an amount not
to exceed $25,375.13.
FILE NO. CC -12(d) AND CC -300
b) Received for information only a report regarding Contract Change Orders for Civic Center
Improvements (Phase II), City Hall Remodel.
FILE NO. CC -90
C) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Mann second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 96-40 taking the following actions regarding the neighborhood
park site at Richards Ranch:
Decline to purchase the park site reserved in the Richards Ranch subdivision and
allocate up to 15 lots to the project out of next year's available allocation;
Formally request that Lodi Unified School District (LUSD) plan for a joint -use
facility at this location and offer to pay up to $15,000 or 50%, whichever is less,
toward preparation of a site master plan;
Direct staff to enter into negotiations with the Richards Ranch developer to
acquire the "school" portion of the project if LUSD does not take formation action
to begin the acquisition within 90 days.
FILE NO. CC -5(c), CC -27(c) AND CC -46
d) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Pennino, Warner second, unanimously,
set Public Hearing for May 15, 1996 regarding Notice of Public Nuisance and Order to
Abate issued on property located at 433 East Locust Street (APN 043-201-0025).
FILE NO. CC -14(a) AND CC -24(b)
16. VOTE TO CONTINUE WITH REMAINDER OF MEETING
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Davenport, Sieglock second, voted to continue
with the remainder of the meeting following the 11:00 p.m. hour by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Davenport, Mann, Sieglock and Warner (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - Pennino
Absent: Council Members - None
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17. ACTION ON ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR Continued
a) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Davenport, Warner second, unanimously
authorized the Finance Department to begin a pilot program, allowing City utility
customers to donate $1 and up in even dollar amounts per month to "LEAP", Lodi's
"Reach" Program.
Further, The City Council directed staff to place on a future agenda, discussion on
expanding the program to allow donations to other entities such as Hutchins Street
Square, the Boys and Girls Club and the Lodi Sports Foundation.
FILE NO. CC -21(a) AND CC -51(d)
b) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Sieglock, Davenport second,
unanimously adopted Resolution No. 96-42, intention to approve an amendment to the
contract between Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the City of Lodi to
include 1) "credit for unused sick leave" and 2) position of Fire Inspector as a Safety
Member.
FILE NO. CC -34, CC -90 AND CC -300
c) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Pennino, Warner second, adopted
Resolution No. 96-43 approving the class specification and salary range for Tree
Operations Supervisor by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members - Mann, Pennino and Warner (Mayor)
Noes: Council Members - Davenport and Sieglock
Absent: Council Members - None
FILE NO. CC -34 AND CC -300
18. CLOSED SESSION
Mayor Warner adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the following matter (which
was added as an urgency item earlier in the meeting).
a) Pending Litigation - Romero v. Central California Traction Company, a Corporation et al.,
SJCSC Case No. 239850
19. RETURN TO OPEN SESSION / DISCLOSURE OF ACTION
Mayor Warner reconvened the meeting at approximately 11:43 p.m. and disclosed the following
action:
Pending Litigation - Romero v. Central California Traction Company. a Corporation et al.. SJCSC
Case No. 239850
No final action was taken on this matter.
FILE NO. CC -200(d)
20. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, Mayor Warner adjourned the
meeting at approximately 11:43 p.m.
ATTEST:
Jennifer M. Perrin
City Clerk
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