HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - August 1, 2001LODI CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 1, 2001
C-1 CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The City Council Closed Session meeting of August 1, 2001 was called to order by Mayor
Nakanishi at 6:02 p.m.
Present: Council Members — Hitchcock, Howard, Land, Pennino and Mayor Nakanishi
Absent: Council Members — None
Also Present: Deputy City Manager Keeter, City Attorney Hays, and City Clerk Blackston
C-2 ANNOUNCEMENT OF CLOSED SESSION
a) Prospective sale of real property located at 600 S. Guild Avenue owned by City of Lodi,
California (APN 049-250-62); Government Code §54956.8
b) Prospective acquisition of real property located at 307 W. Elm Street, Lodi, California
(APN 037-270-17); the negotiating parties are City of Lodi and James E. and Carol A.
Dean TR; Government Code §54956.8
C-3 ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
At 6:02 p.m., Mayor Nakanishi adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above
matters.
C-4 RETURN TO OPEN SESSION / DISCLOSURE OF ACTION
At 7:00 p.m., Mayor Nakanishi reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Hays
disclosed the following actions.
In regard to C -2(a), the City Council directed staff regarding the sale of real property located at
600 S. Guild Avenue owned by City of Lodi, California (APN 049-250-62) .
In regard to C -2(b), the City Council directed staff regarding the acquisition of real property located
at 307 W. Elm Street, Lodi, California (APN 037-270-17).
A. CALL TO ORDER / ROLL CALL
The Regular City Council meeting of August 1, 2001 was called to order by Mayor Nakanishi at
7:00 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 Pastor Gene Napier, Temple Baptist Church.
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) Mayor Nakanishi presented a proclamation to Police Chief Jerry Adams, Police Volunteer
Supervisor Jeanie Biskup, and Crime Prevention Officer Carla Cole proclaiming August 7,
2001 as "National Night Out' in the City of Lodi. Ms. Biskup reported that 150
neighborhood parties are planned.
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D-2 (b) Mayor Nakanishi presented a proclamation to Kianna Williamson, with the Lodi Boys and
Girls Club, proclaiming Sunday, August 5, 2001 as "National Kids Day' in the City of Lodi.
Sean McCartney, Executive Vice President of Operations, acknowledged Janet Keeter for
serving as Chairman of the Board. He announced that August 25, from 7:00 p.m. to
11:00 p.m., is the first annual Monte Carlo night event at the Boys and Girls Club.
D-2 (c) Mayor Nakanishi presented a proclamation to Kimberly Smith, Dietician with the Delta
Health Care WIC Program, proclaiming the month of August 2001 as `Breastfeeding
Awareness Month" in the City of Lodi. Ms. Smith reviewed the benefits of breastfeeding.
D-3 (a) Parks and Recreation Director Baltz thanked Parks Supervisor Frank Pepper for his 33
years of dedicated service to the City of Lodi. Mayor Nakanishi presented a Resolution of
Appreciation to Frank Pepper, retiring Parks Supervisor.
D-3 (b) Police Chief Adams introduced to the City Council the Lodi Police SWAT Team members
below in recognition for their First Place win in the Grass Valley Advanced SWAT
Competition, which was held May 16 — 18, 2001.
• Lieutenant Gary Benincasa
• Sergeant Chris Piombo
• Corporal Chris Jacobson
• Corporal Jose Nuno
• Corporal Mark Clary
• Corporal Fernando Martinez
• Police Officer Steve Carillo
Deputy City Manager Keeter presented Police Chief Adams with a framed portrait of the
winning team members on behalf of the SWAT Team.
D-3 (c) Theresa Yvonne, Arts Coordinator, updated the City Council on the recent activities and
accomplishments of the Lodi Arts Commission (filed). She reported that the gross
revenues for July classes totaled $3,800.50.
E. CONSENT CALENDAR
In accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager, Council, on motion of
Council Member Hitchcock, Pennino second, unanimously approved the following items
hereinafter set forth except those otherwise noted:
E-1 Claims were approved in the amount of $6,193,037.72.
E-2 The minutes of June 20, 2001 (Regular Meeting), June 27, 2001 (Special Meeting), July
10, 2001 (Shirtsleeve Session), and July 17, 2001 (Shirtsleeve Session) were approved
as written.
E-3 The City Council received the report of the sale of scrap metal to the high bidder, B & G
Machinery, of Lodi, in the amount of $3,609.48 for the following items:
Insulated Aluminum 5,676 lbs.
Bare and Insulated Copper 3,265 lbs.
Insulated AI/Concentric Copper 7,601 lbs.
Scrap Iron 1 lot
E-4 The City Council received the report of the sale of surplus equipment in the amount of
$12,527.50.
E-5 Accepted the quarterly report of the City of Lodi pooled money investment account as
required by SB564.
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E-6 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-181 authorizing the purchase of the following SWAT Team
safety equipment using Asset Seizure Funds:
Protech Entry 11 Safety Shield & Light
$ 1,650
Five Glock Model 35 Pistols & Lights
$ 3,630
Precision Marksman equipment to include:
Rifle Scope, Spotting Scope, Radio/Headset
$
and miscellaneous safety equipment to
Intraline, Burlingame
outfit that Marksman/Member
7,500
TOTAL
$12,780
E-7 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-182 authorizing the purchase of one Xerox 480 high-
volume copier from the Xerox Corporation, using pricing under Los Angeles County's
Purchase Agreement with Xerox, for the amount of $38,760 (two-year maintenance
contract included).
E-8 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-183 awarding the contract for White Slough Water Pollution
Control Facility Adjustable Frequency Drive Replacements to Rexel-Norcal Valley
Electrical Supplies, of Stockton, in the amount of $67,560, and authorized use of Public
Benefit funds for 25% of the project cost.
E-9 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-184 awarding the contract for Mills Avenue, Vine Street,
and Ham Lane Asphalt Concrete Resurfacing Project to Granite Construction, of
Stockton, in the amount of $511,105.90, and appropriated funds in accordance with staff
recommendation.
E-10 "Adopt resolution awarding contract for Towing Services for Vehicle Abatement to
Plummer Towing, Lodi" was removed from the Consent Calendar and discussed and
acted upon under the Regular Calendar.
E-11 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-185 awarding contracts for various items of overhead and
underground distribution hardware, under a supply agreement covering Fiscal Years
2001-2003 to the low evaluated bidder in each hardware category as detailed below:
Category 1 (Wood Crossarms)
Category 2 (Overhead Hardware)
Category 3 (Electrical Tape)
Category 4 (Underground Hdwre)
Category 5 (Underground Hdwre)
Western States Electric
$
7,449.75
Portland, OR
Kortick Manufacturing, S.F.
$
19,123.39
Intraline, Burlingame
$
3,716.49
Graybar Electric, Sacramento
$
3,285.20
Southwest Power, Benicia, CA
$
6,549.44
Category 6 (Underground Rubber Prod) Southwest Power, Benicia, CA $ 27.021.20
Estimated annual total $ 67,145.47
Estimated two-year total $134,290.94
E-12 Accepted the improvements under the "Eastside Lighting Project, Phase 3" contract.
E-13 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-186 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a lease
agreement to rent temporary office facilities for animal services at the Animal Shelter and
to purchase cat cages and two exhaust fans in the total amount of $41,000.
E-14 "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" was pulled from the
agenda pursuant to staffs request.
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E-15 Adopted Resolution No. 2001-187 rescinding Resolution 90-04, "Resolution Of The Lodi
City Council Adopting A Use Policy For The Carnegie Forum".
E-16 "Adopt resolution amending Traffic Resolution approving speed limit modifications on
Kettleman Lane, Stockton Street, and Turner Road" was removed from the Consent
Calendar and discussed and acted upon under the Regular Calendar.
F. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Bob Johnson stated that he recently read in the newspaper that four Council Members are
planning a nine -day trip to Japan for the purpose of promoting the wine and cherry industries.
He considered the trip to be a "boondoggle" and claimed that Council Members have little
knowledge of these industries. The newspaper article noted that no City funds would be
used, as the Council would be soliciting sponsors or paying their own way. He felt that if it is a
business trip, it should be funded from each of the Council's $5,000 annual travel budgets;
although, he believed most citizens would prefer that the Council spend the money toward
business trips that would provide a more direct impact for the community. He suggested that
Tony Goehring, Economic Development Coordinator, be included in the trip as well.
Mr. Johnson noted that he has served on the Parks and Recreation Commission for 15 years.
Annually, the City has held a "low key' event to recognize volunteer groups and appointed
members of City boards and commissions. He objected to this year's change in format to a
formal dinner with a guest speaker; the increased cost; and the City not paying for volunteer's
spouses. He recommended that Council return to the traditional format for future events.
In reference to Mr. Johnson's comments regarding the Japan trip, Council Member Land
stated that he would be representing the Sister City Committee, on which he served as past
president and has been a member for the last 15 years. He commented that he is familiar
with grapes and cherries and that funding for the trip is completely aboveboard.
Mayor Nakanishi pointed out that the boards, commissions, and volunteer groups that will be
represented at the recognition dinner have contributed over 40,000 hours during the past
year. He felt it was appropriate to thank them with a more substantial event this year and
noted that the City is staying within its protocol budget.
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 to
review, adopt, and confirm the Cost Report for City Weed Abatement on properties
located at 215 E. Almond Drive, Lodi, CA (APN 062-060-13); 1640 S. Stockton Street,
Lodi, CA (APN 062-060-12); and 1544 S. Stockton Street, Lodi, CA (APN 062-060-04).
Verne Person, Fire Marshal, explained that each year the Fire Department conducts a
sweep of vacant lots looking for weeds that pose a potential fire hazard. Notification is
sent to property owners requesting that they abate the weeds. If they fail to do so, the
property is posted, and property owners are given 14 days to either abate the weeds or
submit a request in writing for a public hearing before the Council. If after 14 days neither
of those actions occur, the Fire Department proceeds with the abatement process and the
cost is billed to the property owner. Failure to pay, results in a public hearing before the
Council to confirm the Cost Report as a preliminary step to placing a lien on the property.
The item under consideration by Council this evening has reached this point in the
process.
In response to Council Member Land, Marshal Person reported that there was a fire on
the property last August, which caused damage to some of the surrounding fences and
yards on the east side.
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Hearina Ooened to the Public
• Todd Fujinaga, attorney representing the landowner Edward Liu of Concord
Development, Inc., asked when the abatement took place.
Fire Marshal Person stated the property was posted on October 10, 2000, bids for the
abatement contractor were opened on October 25, and it was awarded to Baylor's Tractor
Service on November 15. The abatement was delayed due to the contractor's equipment
failure(s) and inclement weather conditions. The property was first disked early in 2001.
Because of the delay, the weeds had grown again and were abated a second time in April 2001.
Mr. Fujinaga stated that the notice he received on October 11 indicated that the property
owner had 14 days in which to abate the weeds. On October 21 the owner visited the
property, and it appeared as though someone had already disked the fields.
Council Member Howard pointed out that the staff report indicates that communications
began on April 14, which offered several months for the property owner to take action
prior to the posting and subsequent abatement by the City's contractor.
Mr. Fujinaga acknowledged Ms. Howard's comment and stated that he did not disagree.
In reply to Council Member Hitchcock, Marshal Person stated that, although the fire
burned a large percentage of weeds, some still remained along the northern section of
the property. The cost for abatement was expensive because (non -producing)
grapevines had to be removed. In the future, weed abatement of this property would be
much less costly.
Council Member Hitchcock asked whether the property owner knew the grapevines had to
be removed.
Mr. Fujinaga replied that the property owner was not aware that the grapevines had to be
removed and reiterated that during the site visit on October 21, it appeared as though the
majority of property had been cleared by the fire. Previous abatement estimates that the
property owner obtained were for $8,000. He objected to the timeliness of the abatement
action in accordance with the 14 -day notice of posting, and to the cost.
Council Member Land inquired if the property owner contacted the City when he saw that
the field had burned.
Mr. Fujinaga responded that the property owner did not contact the City; however, he had
received a phone call in September notifying him that there had been a fire. Mr. Fujinaga
stated that if the abatement was accomplished by the fire, the property owner should not
be charged $15,000 for the weed abatement.
Public Portion of Hearina Closed
MOTION:
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino made a motion, Howard second, to adopt Resolution No.
2001-188 entitled, "A Resolution Of The Lodi City Council Confirming The Cost Of Weed
Abatement For The Year 2000 And Providing For Collection."
DISCUSSION:
Mayor Nakanishi asked whether due process was followed in this case. City Attorney
Hays responded in the affirmative.
In reply to Council Member Hitchcock, Mr. Land stated that, in his opinion, when viewing
the property after the fire it was apparent that there was still abatement work that needed
to be done.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by a unanimous vote.
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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
Council Member Land, Howard second, unanimously rejected the following claims:
a)
George Skatvold, date of loss 2/2/01
b)
Socorro Montelongo, date of loss 4/20/01
c)
Oma Crump, date of loss 9/5/00
d)
Estate of Frank Paul (deceased), date of loss 11/2/00
H-2 The following report was presented to the City Council:
a)
Planning Commission report of July 11, 2001
H-3 The following postings/appointments were made:
a) The City Council, on motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino, Hitchcock second,
unanimously directed the City Clerk to post for the following vacancy:
San Joaquin County Emergency Food and Shelter Program
Carole Fraser Unspecified term limit
b) The City Council, on motion of Council Member Howard, Land second,
unanimously made the following reappointments/appointments to the Greater
Lodi Area Youth Commission:
Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission
Adult Advisor:
MaryAnn Porterfield Term to expire August 30, 2004
Student Appointees:
Sweta Patel
Ashkon Shaahinfar
Michelle Gau*
Elisabeth Newman*
Courtney Cook*
Katie Wagenman*
Katherine Whitmire*
Term to expire August 30, 2003
Term to expire August 30, 2003
Term to expire August 30, 2003
Term to expire August 30, 2003
Term to expire August 30, 2002
Term to expire August 30, 2002
Term to expire August 30, 2002
*Service to be effective August 31, 2001 foliowing term expiration of current members.
H-4 Miscellaneous — None
RECESS
At 8:05 p.m., Mayor Nakanishi called for a recess, and the City Council meeting reconvened at
8:15 p.m.
REGULAR CALENDAR
1-1 "Presentation by the San Joaquin County Mosquito & Vector Control District regarding its
activities, operations, and services"
Aaron Devencenzi, Community Education Specialist with the San Joaquin County
Mosquito & Vector Control District, reported that the District has a 12 -member board, is
staffed by 29 full-time employees, and is primarily funded through property taxes. The
District representative for the Lodi area is Jack Fiori. During fiscal year 1999-00 the
District treated 120,000 acres of land. They provide comprehensive vector surveillance
and control services to enhance the public health and quality of life for residents and
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visitors of San Joaquin County. Long term goals are: 1) to utilize the most advanced
administrative and operational technology available; 2) to provide stewardship for public
funds by stressing efficiency in operations; 3) to encourage citizen participation in
achieving its mission; 4) to educate the public regarding the health implications of
disease -transmitting pests; 5) to provide services consistent with awareness and concern
for environmental protection; and 6) to provide and maintain a safe and effective public
health pest management program.
Mr. Devencenzi explained that vectors include organisms that can transport and transmit
a parasite, including a disease -causing pathogen from one host to another (e.g.
mosquitoes, ticks). Vectors also include organisms that can cause direct harm or injury
by the introduction of venom (e.g. honeybees) or cause a significant annoyance to
humans, such as a large number of mosquitoes or flies.
Mr. Devencenzi stated that in 1945 the Board of Supervisors created a Northern San
Joaquin County Mosquito and Vector Control District for Lodi and the northern rural area.
In 1955, a District was established in the southern part of the County. In 1980, through
Proposition 13 and the Local Agency Formation Commission, the two Districts were
merged to form the San Joaquin County Mosquito Abatement District. In 1992, the name
was changed to Mosquito and Vector Control District to reflect the expansion of its
mission to include other vectors (e.g. feral honeybees, ticks).
The District uses a new method of mosquito control called integrated pest management.
It utilizes several different approaches to mosquito control to keep them at a defined
tolerance level. They have 35 New Jersey light traps throughout the district, which are
checked weekly to monitor mosquito populations and identify problem areas. An
entomologist identifies, by species and sex, each mosquito caught in these traps.
Twenty-three different mosquito species have been found in San Joaquin County. The
District is divided into 18 different zones, and each zone has approximately 20 known
mosquito sources. A state licensed mosquito control technician checks these sources on
a 10 -day rotation basis.
In San Joaquin County, western equine encephalitis is the primary mosquito -borne
disease. Birds are the reservoir host for this disease. April through November, sentinel
chicken flocks are placed throughout the county in three specific areas. When the
chickens are bitten or exposed to encephalitis from a mosquito carrier, they show an
antibody to the disease. Blood tests are done on the sentinel chickens every two weeks.
The purpose of this process is to catch the problem before it reaches the human
population. Carbon dioxide baited traps are placed in a number of different areas to
check for mosquito population and also as a component to fight against disease. The
District has 13 ponds located near Interstate -5 by the White Slough sewer treatment
plant. These ponds can hold 5,000 pounds of mosquito fish, which are provided free to
the public. Larvacides are the most cost-effective way of controlling the mosquito
population, and it poses little to no threat to the environment.
The ease of world travel and increase in international trade has brought about new and
exotic diseases, as well as new vector species. The africanized honey bee has moved
halfway through California and is established in Kern County. The asian tiger mosquito is
associated with lucky bamboo, is a potential vector of various different diseases, and has
been found in California.
The District removes 50-100 outdoor, feral bee hives each year, and provides tick
identification. There is no charge to the public for its services.
MOTION/ VOTE:
No action was required on this item.
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1-2 "Amend Traffic Resolution by adopting a resolution authorizing the City Manager to modify
the parking restriction duration in the vicinity of Pacific Coast Producers, 32 East Tokay
Street'
Public Works Director Prima reported that a residential permit program was implemented
15 years ago in an effort to resolve the parking problem east of Pacific Coast Producers.
Restrictions include no parking three times a day to cover all the shifts at the cannery.
Residents are offered a permit that waives their parking restriction. A few complaints
have been received that it unduly burdens the residences throughout the year. There
have also been suggestions that the time frame be limited to the actual peak canning
season. Staff is requesting administrative flexibility to modify the parking restriction
duration. The cannery is in agreement with this proposal.
Discussion ensued regarding concerns previously expressed by citizens on this issue.
PUBLIC COMMENTS:
• Oren Shobert stated that he lives on east Tokay Street and complained about the
abundance of cars parking in front of his home for periods of time exceeding one
month. He asserted that there is no parking enforcement done between 3:00 a.m.
and 4:00 a.m., as is stated on the signs. He also complained of loud music being
played for extended periods.
• Mr. Shobert's wife added that the cars parking in front of their home have parking
stickers on them; however, they reside in the apartments across the street where she
claimed four to five families are living in each apartment. A blue van parked in front
of their home for four and half weeks had cobwebs under it. She stated that the
cannery is not the problem, it is the residents in the area.
Council directed staff to increase parking enforcement in this area, look into the
complaints of overcrowding and excessive noise, and report back on the results.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino, Hitchcock second,
unanimously adopted Resolution No. 2001-189 amending Traffic Resolution No. 97-148,
Section 3, by authorizing the City Manager to modify the parking restriction duration in the
vicinity of Pacific Coast Producers (PCP).
1-3 "Authorize removal of one tulip tree from the Civic Center Plaza in preparation for the All
Veterans Plaza construction project'
In response to Council questions, Tim Mattheis displayed a map of the proposed All
Veterans Plaza construction project and reported that due to the location of the fountain,
the underground utilities, and the close proximity of the tulip tree, it would require
significant redesign of the project to construct it without removing the tree. He
commented that at eight public meetings he mentioned that the tulip tree needed to be
removed, and he received no objections from the public. The tulip tree would be replaced
by four flowering crepe myrtle trees symmetrically located around the fountain. The cost
for relocating the tree is estimated at $10,000 to $15,000.
Council Member Hitchcock asked staff to save the tree if there is a financially feasible
way of doing it.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino, Howard second,
unanimously authorized the removal of one tulip tree in the Civic Center Plaza for
installation of the Veterans Plaza fountain.
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E-10 "Adopt resolution awarding contract for Towing Services for Vehicle Abatement to
Plummer Towing, Lodi"
Council Member Howard stated that the initial contract for towing services expired several
years ago. J&D Auto Body has continued to provide service to the City on a good -faith
effort. J&D Auto Body purchased Stubbs Towing around April of last year. Ms. Howard
wanted to ensure that J&D was recognized for continuing to provide good service. She
referenced a letter in which complaints about J&D were alleged; however, J&D was not
notified about the complaints until the Request for Proposals (RFP) was issued. The
complaints were not defined, and it is uncertain whether they arose before or after their
acquisition of Stubbs.
Community Development Director Bartlam reported that the RFP went out prior to the
acquisition of Stubbs by J&D. The fact that J&D has continued to provide service to the
City has been a benefit primarily to them.
Joseph Wood, Community Improvement Manager, reviewed the RFP process. He noted
that needs of both the Police Partners and Community Improvement Code Enforcement
division were taken into consideration. The decision was based on the number of
vehicles that were available from each business. J&D has three vehicles, while Plummer
Towing has ten.
Council Member Howard pointed out that Plummer Towing handles all the AAA services
for Lodi, which could limit the number of vehicles it would have available for City towing
needs.
Mr. Wood replied that he did not have data regarding the number of service calls J&D and
Plummer Towing receive from their AAA contracts. The information was not provided nor
considered as part of the RFP decision.
Mr. Bartlam explained that towing companies receive remuneration from the sale of the
vehicle for dismantling purposes or from impound fees charged to the vehicle owner.
Discussion ensued regarding the drawbacks and administrative difficulties involved in
rotating towing companies for service.
City Attorney Hays pointed out that J&D has a contract with AAA in Gait.
Council Member Howard noted that J&D has a number of trucks stationed in Galt for that
purpose.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino acknowledged that he met with the owner of J&D and spoke
with a representative from Plummer Towing. He concurred with staffs recommendation.
MOTION:
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino made a motion, Land second, to adopt Resolution No.
2001-190 awarding the contract to Plummer Towing, of Lodi, to provide towing services
for vehicle abatement under Lodi Municipal Code §§10.56.010 and 10.56.020.
DISCUSSION:
At the request of Mayor Nakanishi, Jeanie Biskup, Police Volunteer Coordinator, reported
that immediately after J&D purchased Stubbs, there were several delays in towing. Staff
emphasized the 20 -minute response requirement with them and they replied that they
were very limited in the number of trucks available, in addition to trucks going to Galt.
She stated that J&D also had a CHP contract that took priority over City needs.
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VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members — Hitchcock, Land, Pennino and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: Council Members — Howard
Absent: Council Members — None
E-16 "Adopt resolution amending Traffic Resolution approving speed limit modifications on
Kettleman Lane, Stockton Street, and Turner Road"
Council Member Land noted that on a three-mile section of Turner Road there are speed
limit signs for 25, 35, and 40 mph. Staff is now requesting an additional sign for 50 mph.
He expressed his desire for more uniformity in speed limits throughout the City, as well as
concern about increasing the speed limit adjacent to Katzakian Park and nearby
businesses. He asked whether it was necessary to use the 85`h percentile and recalled
that he had posed that same question to staff approximately three years ago related to
Mills Avenue.
Public Works Director Prima pointed out that the staff report for this item was corrected
and resubmitted to Council (filed). The street segment of Turner Road, from the west City
limits to Lower Sacramento Road was corrected to read "to Evergreen Drive." Staff
recommends decreasing the 55 -mph portion, between the west City limits and Evergreen
Drive, to 50 mph. The portion from Evergreen Drive to Lower Sacramento Road would
remain at 40 mph. Speed limits, as required by law, must reflect the conditions, nature of
the street, and traffic. Mr. Prima was not certain about the flexibility of using the 8e
percentile and stated that he would respond back to Council Member Land with an
answer. In regard to Mills Avenue, Mr. Prima explained that staff plans to conduct a
survey once repaving and bike lanes are completed.
Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino noted that it appeared unnecessary to install a 55 -mph sign
for such a short distance, particularly when the street already has a an "end 40 mph" sign.
MOTION / VOTE:
The City Council, on motion of Council Member Hitchcock, Land second, unanimously
adopted Resolution No. 2001-191 amending Traffic Resolution No. 97-148 by approving
the speed limit modifications on portions of Kettleman Lane, Stockton Street, and Turner
Road, with the correction of the street segment of "Turner Road, from the west City limits
to Evergreen Drive."
ORDINANCES
None.
K. COMMENTS BY CITY COUNCIL MEMBERS ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Howard thanked Ms. Keeter for filling in for the City Manager during his
absence. She acknowledged the Fire Department's recent successful fund-raising event for
the Muscular Dystrophy Association. They collected nearly $10,000 and will provide Council
with a presentation on August 15. Ms. Howard commented that last Saturday, she and her
husband attended a concert in Bear Valley. Glen Campbell introduced his drummer who
happened to live in Lodi, and the audience applause was more exuberant than for any other
city represented.
• Council Member Land reported that he and Ms. Howard met with Assemblymember Anthony
Pescetti this morning and discussed electricity deregulation, abandoned vehicle tax on
registrations, $4 million in funding for the Lodi Police building, and rail service.
• Council Member Howard added that they also discussed the issues of paramedics in the Fire
Department, and the water and wastewater outlook for the local area, and state as a whole.
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• Council Member Hitchcock stated that many months ago Dr. Bradshaw and other local
dentists expressed an interest in providing Council with a presentation at a future Shirtsleeve
Session on fluoridating the City's water supply. Ms. Hitchcock was told that Dr. Bradshaw
was notified that it had been scheduled; however, she discovered yesterday that he had not.
Deputy City Manager Keeter responded that it has been scheduled for September 11.
Council Member Hitchcock asked the City Clerk to ensure Dr. Bradshaw is notified. She also
commented that a letter addressed to the Council was received by Dale Gillespie of G -REM
who wrote, "I can tell you without question that Lodi's Community Development, Economic
Development, City Manager's Department, and Public Works staff is the best I have ever
worked with bar none."
• In reference to Item E-4, Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino recommended that staff look at the
possibility of contracting with a local used car dealership to sell the City's surplus vehicles. If
they are not sold in one or two months, then sell them at auction. He commented on the
small amount of money obtained when they are sold at auction.
The City Council, on motion of Mayor Pro Tempore Pennino, Land second, voted to
reconsider at the August 15, 2001 Council meeting the agenda item entitled, "Adopt resolution
approving the Joint Powers Agreement, authorizing the imposition of a one -dollar vehicle
registration fee and the establishment of a Service Authority for abandoned vehicle
abatement, and appointing a Council representative to the San Joaquin County Abandoned
Vehicle Abatement Service Authority," which was originally considered at the July 18, 2001
City Council meeting. The motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Members — Hitchcock, Howard, Land and Pennino
Noes: Council Members — Mayor Nakanishi
Absent: Council Members — None
• Mayor Nakanishi reminded the Council and public that a special Town Hall meeting has been
scheduled for August 29, at 7:00 p.m. to review electric, water, and wastewater rates and to
discuss reverse frontage walls.
COMMENTS BY THE CITY MANAGER ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
None.
M. ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at
9:37 p.m.
ATTEST:
Susan J. Blackston
City Clerk
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