HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - August 15, 2001LODI CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15, 2001
A. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Regular City Council meeting of August 15, 2001 was called to order by Mayor Nakanishi at
7:02 p.m.
Present: Council Members — Hitchcock, Howard, Land, Pennino and Mayor Nakanishi
Absent: Council Members —None
Also Present: City Manager Flynn, City Attorney Hays, and City Clerk Blackston
B. INVOCATION
The invocation was given by Natalie Reyes, representative of the Baha'i.
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Mayor Nakanishi.
D. AWARDS / PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS
D-1 (a) Awards — None
D-2 (a) Proclamations — None
D-3 (a) Yuba Grant, member of the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission, acknowledged the
Teen of the Month, Melissa Harnack from Jim Elliot Christian High School.
D-3 (b) Yvette Maragliano, Special Projects Coordinator, introduced current Greater Lodi Area
Youth Commission members and advisors, newly appointed members, and retiring
members. Mayor Nakanishi presented Certificates of Appreciation to the following retiring
Youth Commissioners:
• Jeffrey Jauregui
• Matthew Johnston
• Ashleigh Krueger
• Julia Rough
• Alisha Thawley
D-3 (c) Mayor Nakanishi presented a Resolution of Appreciation to Assembly Member Anthony
Pescetti for his tireless efforts in supporting the California State Budget and its continued
provisional funding for law enforcement and education, specifically $4 million toward the
construction of a new Public Safety Building for the Lodi Police Department.
Police Chief Adams thanked Assembly Member Pescetti.
D-3 (d) Community Improvement Manager Joseph Wood presented the Community Improvement
Award to Pastor Glenn Foo Sum, on behalf of Century Assembly Church, for their efforts
and accomplishments in the Adopt -A -Block project in the northern portion of Lodi's East
Side residential neighborhood.
Pastor Glenn Foo Sum noted that the Adopt -A -Block project continues to grow. They
plan to begin a new block next week and are also starting a food center on the east side.
D-3 (e) Lodi Firefighter Rod Cordero made a presentation to the Council regarding its "Fill the
Boot' campaign, which took place on July 28, 2001, through the combined efforts of the
Lodi and Woodbridge firefighters. He introduced Justine Muus, Project Coordinator with
the Muscular Dystrophy Association, and Terra Holman, a Lodi resident who directly
benefits from the Association, and presented a check in the amount of $7,297. Firefighter
Cordaro reported that a total of $69,000 was raised throughout San Joaquin County,
which is the largest single -day amount collected in the entire state.
Continued August 15, 2001
D-3 (f) Lizbeth De Alba appeared on behalf of Corrine Cervantez, Executive Director of Success
By 6, and made a presentation to the Council regarding this parent education program.
Success By 6 has been granted funds of $252,000 by the San Joaquin County Children
and Family Commission to provide four parent educators and a project coordinator to
introduce the Parents as Teachers Curriculum into East Lodi.
D-3 (g) Tom Horton, Integrated Waste Manager for San Joaquin County, gave a detailed
presentation covering the history of the agency from 1992 to present, waste diversion
requirements of AB939, and the Household Hazardous Waste program.
In answer to Council questions, Mr. Horton reported that Manteca has its own hazardous
waste program and offers curbside collection of used oil. He estimated that the County's
Household Hazardous Waste program captures 5% of the people. He expected that
number to increase when they open a permanent hazardous waste collection facility.
Alison Hudson, from the Solid Waste Division of San Joaquin County Public Works,
distributed information (filed) regarding the upcoming Household Hazardous Waste event
at Salas Park in Lodi on August 24 and 25.
E. CONSENT CALENDAR
MOTION:
In accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager, Council, Council Member
Land made a motion, Pennino second, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth except
those otherwise noted.
DISCUSSION:
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino noted that communication was received today from JoAnne Mounce
regarding DeBenedetti Park, which will be forwarded to the Parks and Recreation Department.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by a unanimous vote.
E-1 Claims were approved in the amount of $6,755,950.37.
E-2 The minutes of July 24, 2001 (Shirtsleeve Session), July 24, 2001 (Special Meeting), July
31, 2001 (Shirtsleeve Session), and August 1, 2001 (Regular Meeting) were approved as
written.
E-3 Approved the plans and specifications for Traffic Signal and Lighting Improvements at
Intersection of Harney Lane and Stockton Street and authorized advertisement for bids.
E-4 Approved the plans and specifications for Hale Park Resurfacing Improvements and
authorized advertisement for bids.
E-5 Approved the specifications for the purchase of 20,000 feet of 750kcmil XLPE primary
underground cable and authorized advertisement for bids.
E-6 Approved the request for proposal for the Armory Park Bleacher Replacement project and
authorized advertisement for bids.
E-7 Approved and authorized the issuance of request for qualifications for the design of an
indoor sports center.
E-8 Approved and authorized the issuance of request for qualifications for the design of an
aquatic complex.
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E-9 "Approve and authorize issuance of request for qualifications for the design of
DeBenedetti Park" was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and
acted upon under the Regular Calendar.
E-10 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-192 authorizing the sole -source purchase of a 15kV
Outdoor Vacuum Circuit Breaker SDV4A from Siemens in the amount of $29,619.58.
E-11 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-193 awarding the contract for asphalt materials for fiscal
year 2001/02 to Granite Construction Company, of Stockton, in the amount of $141,920
for 4,000 Tons/FOB Plant.
E-12 Accepted the improvements under the "Salas Park Playground Improvements, 2001
South Stockton Street, Hutchins Street Square, 600 West Oak Street, Century Park
Playground Improvements, Century Boulevard and Church Street" contract.
E-13 Accepted the improvements under the "Lodi Lake Bicycle/Pedestrian Corridor Project
(Phase 1), 1101 West Turner Road" contract.
E-14 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-194 accepting the Almond Drive and Stockton Street
improvements in Colvin Ranch, Tract No. 2430.
E-15 Took the following actions with regard to the Parisis Ranch development:
• Approved the final map for Parisis Ranch, Tract No. 3111, and directed the City
Manager and City Clerk to execute the Improvement Agreement and map on behalf
of the City.
• Appropriated funds for applicable fee credits.
• Authorized the City Manager to execute an addendum to the Improvement
Agreement without further Council action, if necessary to coordinate the construction
of the Parisis Ranch project improvements with the improvements to be installed with
the City traffic signal project at the intersection of Stockton Street and Harney Lane.
E-16 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-195 authorizing the City Manager to execute an
encroachment agreement with Union Pacific Railroad and appropriated funds in the
amount of $76,600.
E-17 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-196 approving the Established Overall Annual DBE Goal of
7% for Federal Fiscal Year 2001/02, and authorized the City Manager to execute such
adoption, to facilitate timely submission to the California Department of Transportation
(Caltrans) for funding authority approval by September 1, 2001, on behalf of the City of
Lodi.
E-18 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-197 authorizing the City Manager to accept and sign the
Master Agreement for State Funded Projects No. 000154 and all agreements and related
documents for state transportation projects; and adopted Resolution No. 2001-198
authorizing the City Manager to accept and sign all agreements and related documents
for federal aid projects, effective August 1, 2001, and all future master agreements for
federal and state transportation projects.
E-19 "Adopt resolution declaring the City of Lodi's intent to reimburse certain expenditures from
proceeds of indebtedness for the City's White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility'
was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and acted upon under the
Regular Calendar.
E-20 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-199 approving the allocation formula for providing the City
of Lodi's portion of the operating costs for the Local Agency Formation Commission
($13,300).
Continued August 15, 2001
E-21 Authorized the City to join the Amicus Brief in the case of Barden v. City of Sacramento,
9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
E-22 Authorized the City to join the Amicus Brief in the case of Charter Communications, inc.,
v. County of Santa Cruz, 9th Circuit Court of Appeals.
F. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
• None.
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G-1 Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is
on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Nakanishi called for the Public Hearing
regarding appeal received from Wayne Ogren regarding Notice and Order to Repair and
Notice and Order to Vacate issued for his property located at 225 N. Rush Street, Lodi.
MOTION / VOTE:
It was noted for the record that Mr. Ogren submitted a letter (filed) withdrawing his appeal;
therefore, no action by the City Council was necessary.
H. COMMUNICATIONS
H-1 On recommendation of the City's contract administrator, Insurance Consulting
Associates, Inc. (ICA), and Human Resources staff, the City Council, on motion of Mayor
Pro Tempore Pennino, Land second, unanimously rejected the following claim:
a) Emma Gonzalez, date of loss 3/12/01
H-2 Reports: Boards/Commissions/Task Forces/Committees — None
H-3 Appointments — None
H-4 Miscellaneous — None
REGULAR CALENDAR
1-1 "Adopt resolution ratifying the 2001/02 Annual Financial Plan for the San Joaquin County
Council of Governments"
Steve Dial, Director of Administration and Chief Financial Officer for the San Joaquin
Council of Governments (COG), reported that the COG Board of Directors annually
adopts an overall work program that describes the activity the agency intends to
undertake in the coming fiscal year. At the same time, the Board adopts an annual
financial plan, which is the budget that implements the overall work program. The COG
has fiduciary responsibility for over $200 million in federal, state, and local funding for the
County of San Joaquin, with an operating budget of just under $5.1 million. The current
budget was increased 1.8% over the previous fiscal year, which amounts to a $90,000
increase in the operating budget. According the Joint Powers Agreement, the COG
budget must be ratified by a majority of the members of the Joint Powers.
In answer to Council questions, Mr. Dial reported that Manteca and the County of San
Joaquin have not yet voted on the 2001/02 Annual Financial Plan. The annual salary of
the Chief Executive Officer of COG is approximately $120,000.
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MOTION:
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino made a motion, Howard second, to adopt Resolution No.
2001-200 ratifying the 2001/02 Annual Financial Plan (AFP) for the San Joaquin County
Council of Governments (COG).
DISCUSSION:
In response to Council Member Hitchcock, Mr. Dial stated that COG programs and
projects include Measure K, San Joaquin A+, administration of the Transportation
Development Act, region -wide planning efforts, intergovernmental coordination, advocacy
work on behalf of member agencies, Stockton Street rehabilitation, Park -and -Ride lot on
Highway 99, transit center, parking structure, and the Habitat Plan, which was developed
over a period of eight years.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino added that COG is also involved in the ACE train going into
San Jose, widening of Highway 99 over the next three years, Arch/Sperry Road, widening
of Interstate 205 in Tracy, safety measure on Highway 12, and administration regarding
the Kentucky Line project.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by a unanimous vote.
1-2 "Adopt resolution approving access to criminal history information (fingerprinting) for
employment (including volunteers) to the Human Resources Director and/or his/her
designee(s)"
Human Resources Director Narloch reported that during a recent audit staff was informed
that a Council resolution needs to be obtained to approve the Department's access to
employee fingerprinting results.
In response to inquiries by the Council, Ms. Narloch stated that staff hopes to expand the
fingerprinting program to include all prospective City employees and volunteers. Though
this would be beyond what is required by law, Ms. Narloch stated that Lodi is one of few
cities that are not fingerprinting all employees and volunteers.
In reply to Council Member Howard, City Attorney Hays explained that any negative
fingerprint results would not necessarily preclude a volunteer from serving, as it would
depend on the nature of the activity. If possible they would be placed in a position best
suited for them.
Police Chief Adams reported that the Department of Justice provides funds to cover
fingerprinting of volunteers. Through the use of two INDENTIX machines, fingerprints are
electronically sent to Sacramento and results are received within 24 hours. He
anticipated receiving $67,000 from San Joaquin County Remote Access Network (RAN)
Committee funds for the purchase of a third INDENTIX machine. If these funds are
received, they would place one machine at the Parks and Recreation Department, as they
have a large number of volunteers. The Police Department has one full-time staff person
for fingerprinting and also uses Police Partner volunteers for assistance. Chief Adams
recommended that the City begin fingerprinting all prospective City employees and
volunteers.
Mayor Nakanishi and Council Member Hitchcock expressed some apprehension about
the negative/offensive connotation that could be perceived in mandatory fingerprinting of
volunteers (including Council appointees to Boards and Commissions), regardless of
whether their service would involve working with minors.
Continued August 15, 2001
MOTION /VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Land, Howard second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 2001-201 approving access to criminal history information
(fingerprinting) for employment (including volunteers) to the Human Resources Director
and/or his/her designee(s).
1-3 "Adopt resolution authorizing Lodi to join the San Joaquin County Vehicle Abatement
Service Authority, approve the Joint Powers Agreement, authorize the imposition of a
one -dollar Vehicle Registration Fee, and appoint a Council representative to the Service
Authority'
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino reported that he voted no on this issue when the concept
was first brought to Council last April, and voted against it again on July 18, 2001. Since
that time he discovered that there is no other way that it can be funded, and because it
has already been approved by the County and other cities, the citizens of Lodi will be
taxed $1 per vehicle registration whether or not Lodi joins the San Joaquin County Vehicle
Abatement Service Authority. Joining the Authority would allow Lodi to collect
approximately $35,000, and for this reason, Mr. Pennino had asked that the issue be
brought back to Council for reconsideration.
MOTION (#1):
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino made a motion, Land second, to adopt Resolution No.
2001-202 authorizing the City of Lodi to join the San Joaquin County Vehicle Abatement
Service Authority, to approve the Joint Powers Agreement, and to authorize the imposition
of a one -dollar Vehicle Registration Fee.
DISCUSSION:
Council Member Land felt that the situation leaves no alternative for Lodi except to join
the Authority. He opposed the tax and pointed out the unfairness that Lodi citizens will
pay approximately $50,000, and yet the Citys return from the Authority would be only
$35,000 to $40,000.
Council Member Hitchcock felt that the $1 per vehicle registration was a reasonable
amount to clean up abandoned vehicles in San Joaquin County.
Mayor Nakanishi and Council Member Howard opposed the tax due to principle, and felt
that individual cities should have been allowed not to have their citizens taxed if they
chose not to join the Authority.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members — Hitchcock, Land and Pennino
Noes: Council Members — Howard and Mayor Nakanishi
Absent: Council Members — None
MOTION / VOTE (#2):
Further, the City Council on motion of Council Member Land, Nakanishi second,
unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2001-203 appointing Council Member Howard to
serve as the City's representative to the San Joaquin County Vehicle Abatement Service
Authority.
14 `Review Intersection Study for Central Avenue at Eden Street"
Paula Fernandez, Associate Traffic Engineer, thanked Senior Engineering Technician
Rick Kiriu and intern Eric Billups who helped prepare and gather data for the report on this
item. Ms. Fernandez reported that two months ago the East Side Improvement
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Committee asked Public Works to review the Central Avenue and Eden Street
intersection for safety reasons. Public Works conducted the review and reported back to
the committee, after which the committee asked that the matter be brought before Council
for consideration. Ms. Fernandez stated that residents in the area signed a petition
requesting that a four-way stop be installed at the intersection for the safety of children
walking to and from Heritage Elementary School.
Ms. Fernandez reported that Central Avenue has 5,400 vehicles per day, and Eden Street
has 1,000 a day, which amounts to an 85/15% split. There is already a four-way stop 350
feet south on Tokay Street. Reports show that there have been 10 collisions at the
intersection during the past four years and seven months. The School District has
indicated that it would fund a crossing guard for the intersection, with or without a four-
way stop. For increased visibility staff recommends installing a ladder design crosswalk,
and lime yellow school crossing zone and W63 signs in each traffic direction.
In response to questions by the Council, Ms. Fernandez stated that only two parking
spaces would be eliminated with staffs recommendation to increase the visibility.
Reports indicate that when traffic disparities such as an 85/15% split occur, often
motorists will roll through a four-way stop sign, as it appears to be unnecessary.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
• Maria Cervantes, Heritage School principal, explained that due to stores in the vicinity
of the intersection of Central Avenue and Eden Street, it attracts a large number of
children and creates a safety hazard when they attempt to cross the street. She
emphasized the need for a four-way stop sign.
In reply to questions by the Council, Ms. Cervantes stated that she has received
reports from parents about near casualties at the intersection. She felt that due to the
stores at this location, it was more important to have a four-way stop sign at Central
Avenue and Eden Street, than at Flora Avenue and Hilborn Street.
Public Works Director Prima stated that if four-way stop signs are installed,
regulations will not allow for pedestrian crossing signs or paving markings that
indicate it is a school crossing.
• Rosie Ortiz stated that she presented the petition to the City, was very concerned
about safety at the intersection. She recommended that a four-way stop be installed.
• Virginia Lahr stated that as a member of the East Side Improvement Committee she
also recommends a four-way stop for the safety of the children in the area.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino supported staff's recommendation. He stated that at
4:30 p.m. today he spent time watching traffic at the intersection of Central Avenue and
Eden Street. He expressed concern about the 85115% traffic split and did not believe that
a four-way stop would reduce accidents, as it may be taken as a false sense of security
for pedestrians.
Council Member Howard suggested placing a stop sign on Central Avenue and not on
Eden Street.
Ms. Fernandez advised that this would cause frustration to the 5,400 vehicles on Central
Avenue that would have to stop for the 1,000 vehicles crossing Eden Street. She
believed this would exacerbate the rolling stop issue.
Council Member Hitchcock stated that she would support the four-way stop due to the
number of children in the area.
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MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Land, Nakanishi second, adopted
Resolution No. 2001-204 approving a four-way stop at the intersection of Central Avenue
and Eden Street. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members — Hitchcock, Howard, Land and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: Council Members — Pennino
Absent: Council Members — None
RECESS
At 9:02 p.m., Mayor Nakanishi called for a recess, and the City Council meeting reconvened at
9:17 p.m.
REGULAR CALENDAR (Continued)
1-5 "Adopt resolution approving the application to apply for grant funds for the Roberti-Z'Berg-
Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Program under the Safe Neighborhood Parks,
Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000"
Parks and Recreation Director Baltz explained that the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris grant
allocation is on a population criteria based formula. Thirty percent of the total project cost
must be absorbed by the local match. The City's local match amount is $72,250. The
grant money can be used for acquisition, development or rehabilitation of parks and
recreation facilities. Thirty percent of the grant can be used for special major
maintenance, or for innovative recreation programs.
In response to Council Member Howard, Mr. Baltz reported that the State has a three-
step process in place for the grant that consists of: 1) the resolution; 2) a contract that
must be entered into by 2003; and, 3) application for the specific projects. Mr. Baltz
stated that the deadline of 2008 for utilizing the grant will not be an issue.
In reply to Council Member Hitchcock, Mr. Baltz explained that staff has been assured by
the grant officer that developer impact fees can apply toward the 10% of funding that
must come from private money.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino, Land second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 2001-205 approving the application to apply for grant funds for
the Roberti-Z'Berg-Harris Urban Open Space and Recreation Program under the Safe
Neighborhood Parks, Clean Water, Clean Air, and Coastal Protection Bond Act of 2000.
1-6 "Adopt resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with the State of
California for the 2000 Park Bond Act Per Capita Grant Program"
Parks and Recreation Director Baltz reported that this item is the second step in the
process for the 2000 Park Bond Act Per Capita Grant Program grant in the amount of
$525,000.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Land, Hitchcock second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 2001-206 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract with
the State of California for the 2000 Park Bond Act Per Capita Grant Program.
Continued August 1 S, 2001
1-7 "Adopt Resolution of Authority and Resolution of Public Interest and Necessity, thereby
formally authorizing the acquisition of property through the Eminent Domain process
(Tienda Drive extension — Nakamura)" was pulled from the agenda pursuant to staffs
request.
City Attorney Hays commented that this matter has been resolved and he is in possession
of deeds for the property, which will allow Tienda Drive to be extended. He also reported
that the same result occurred for the property involving the extension of Mills Avenue.
1-8 "Discussion of disposal of surplus vehicles"
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino stated that he asked that this matter be brought back for
consideration and pointed out that according to policy it requires agreement by two
Council Members.
Council Member Land agreed to hear the issue.
Finance Director McAthie reported that the current fleet policy states that vehicles can be
disposed of by being sold at auction, through sealed bids, or trade-ins. Occasionally in
the past, with Council concurrence, vehicles have been sold to other agencies, e.g.,
California Highway Patrol and donated to groups like the Police Partners.
Joel Harris, Purchasing Officer, stated that staff made contact with 8 out of 20 used car
dealers, four of which did not do consignment. Of the four that did do consignment, two
indicated that they were not interested, one said that they believed the City would fair
better selling the vehicles at auction, and one pointed out that liability insurance would be
an issue. The seller must maintain liability insurance on the vehicle in instances where a
potential buyer test drives the vehicle and gets into an accident. Mr. Harris estimated that
the number of potential buyers on a used car lot would amount to 15-25 per day, whereas
auctions can attract between 500-3,000 daily.
In reply to Council Member Hitchcock, Mr. Harris reported that Ernst Auction in Modesto
takes 10% of the purchase price, which includes transportation of the vehicle to the
auction site, detailing the vehicle, and handling the Department of Motor Vehicle
paperwork. The Nationwide auction company in Benecia takes 7% of vehicle purchase
price.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino stated that staff should continually look at ways to enhance
revenue.
Mr. Harris commented that on occasion staff sells vehicles through the sealed bid
process.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council took no action on this matter.
E-9 "Approve and authorize issuance of request for qualifications for the design of
DeBenedetti Park"
Council Member Howard noted that a `blue sheet" communication (filed) was distributed
this evening, which asked Council to consider adding a walking path to the proposed plan
for DeBenedetti Park.
Council Member Land noted that public input will be sought for the Indoor Sports Center,
the Aquatic Complex, and DeBenedetti Park. The public will be notified of when the
Council will consider these projects via a newspaper announcement.
City Manager Flynn confirmed that the public will be invited to participate in the design of
all three projects.
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MOTION:
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino made a motion, Hitchcock second, to approve and authorize
the issuance of request for qualifications for the design of DeBenedetti Park.
DISCUSSION:
Council Member Hitchcock voiced support for the walking path at DeBenedetti Park.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino added that the Woodbridge Canal would be a nice area for
a public walkway also. In response to comments, Mr. Pennino asked the City Clerk to
research minutes for past Council action or discussion related to a bike or pedestrian path
on the Woodbridge Canal.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by a unanimous vote.
E-19 "Adopt resolution declaring the City of Lodi's intent to reimburse certain expenditures from
proceeds of indebtedness for the City's White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility'
In response to Council Member Hitchcock, City Manager Flynn explained that this item
relates to rates and is solely within the Wastewater Fund, the General Fund is not
involved. Spreading the cost out over time benefits the ratepayers.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Hitchcock, Pennino second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 2001-207 declaring the City of Lodi's intent to reimburse certain
expenditures from proceeds of indebtedness for the City's White Slough Water Pollution
Control Facility (WSWPCF).
ORDINANCES
None.
K. COMMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
• Council Member Land stated that it is an honor to serve under the great leadership of Mayor
Nakanishi.
• Council Member Hitchcock thanked Police Lieutenant Monroe who she participated with in
National Night Out. She commented on the improvements that have been made to the
River's Edge Apartments. She reminded everyone about the upcoming Adopt -A -Child golf
tournament.
Mayor Nakanishi read the following press release which he sent to the Lodi News -Sentinel
and The Record newspapers on August 14, 2001:
The initial visit to Japan was planned as a small business trip to promote the products of
this area. It was to be City promoted, but not City funded. There has been a push
recently to be able to use City funds for the trip. I want to make this clear, I do not want to
use City funds in any way.
Our first responsibility is to be fiscally responsible to the people of Lodi. What we do as
City leaders should be guaranteed to benefit the community. The costs for such a trip
have escalated and become too expensive to justify at this time. In addition, it takes
many months of planning and scheduling to properly plan and coordinate such a trip,
which is not now possible.
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There are more vital issues that need to be addressed by the City, and I have therefore
recommended that the trip to Japan be canceled. Those previously planning to
participate in the visit to Japan have accepted my recommendation. Perhaps in the
future, with proper funding and time to plan, a visit to our Sister City Kofu might be made
possible for City representatives.
L. COMMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
• City Manager Flynn announced the following birthdays: Community Development Director
Bartlam, August 18; and Parks and Recreation Director Baltz, August 30.
M. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at
9:45 p.m.
ATTEST:
Susan J. Blackston
City Clerk
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