HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - July 26, 2005 SSCITY OF LODI
INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JULY 26, 2005
An Informal Informational Meeting ("Shirtsleeve" Session) of the Lodi City Council was held Tuesday,
July 26, 2005, commencing at 7:03 a.m.
A. ROLL CALL
Present: Council Members — Hansen, Hitchcock, Johnson, Mounce, and Mayor Beckman
Absent: Council Members — None
Also Present: City Manager King, City Attorney Schwabauer, and City Clerk Blackston
B. TOPIC(S)
B-1 "City Manager's Work Plan"
City Manager King reviewed his Work Plan (filed) and highlighted the following information:
Economic Development
➢ Attention is being focused on downtown business recruitment. In June, the Council
approved a concept through a Memorandum of Understanding to encourage downtown
wine tasting rooms in exchange for access to the City's wastewater treatment facilities.
It is anticipated that staff will bring an ordinance to Council for consideration on August
17 to allow wineries to attach to Lodi's sewer system.
➢ In May, the Salvation Army relocated from its former Sacramento Street site. The
property owners of the building have met with Community Development staff and
expressed reservations about the condition of the area.
➢ The City entered into a master lease option agreement with Atlas Properties for retail
space in the downtown parking facility. Staff believes that a transitional rate structure
will be needed to entice tenants into the space.
➢ The Hampton Inn hotel is expected to break ground in 2006. Mr. King commented that
the Community Development Block Grant program allows funding to be used for
economic development purposes.
Land Use
➢ The firm LSA Associates is assisting staff with developing a schedule for the General
Plan update process. Mr. King noted that the budget and public input are the variables
staff is considering at this time.
➢ A full Environmental Impact Report is planned for the Westside and Southwest
annexations. The Notice of Preparation is anticipated to be prepared by the first week
in August.
➢ The city of Stockton and county of San Joaquin have selected members to serve on the
Greenbelt 2x2x2 Committee and staff is attempting to schedule meetings.
➢ Staff assistance has been retained for the Greenbelt Task Force.
➢ Information is being gathered related to elections processes for tax measures. A
possible tax to support the greenbelt concept and/or fund public safety is being
considered.
Finance and Administration
Fire Chief Pretz reported that there is $50 million worth of projects that have been
discussed. Staff has grouped them in the following way in hope that some of the projects
can move forward:
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Continued July 26, 2005
➢ Group One: Electric Utility Municipal Service Center, Fire Station 2, and Animal
Shelter. Staff will be coming forward to Council in the near future to request that some
of the Electric Utility bond proceeds be used to begin design on one facility under
which all these functions would be housed.
Council Member Mounce believed that Fire Station 2 should remain in its current location.
She asked Chief Pretz to forward to Council any documentation he had that would prove
otherwise and opinions four Firefighters on this matter. Council Member Johnson also
supported the request for this documentation.
Chief Pretz recalled that Fire Station 2 was placed at its current location in 1980 because it
was the only property the City had available at the time. He stated that Fire Stations 1 and
2 are too close together. He contended that moving Fire Station 2 east would not harm
response times.
In reference to the old Public Safety Building, Chief Pretz reported that remodeling costs
would be reduced if the Fire Station were moved out of the building. If it remains there, the
entire building must be brought up to "Essential Facilities Standards," which adds another
$640,000 to the cost. Moving the Fire Station out while the remodeling is underway would
cost $220,000 a year. If a parking structure is built on the east side, as was previously
considered, the Fire Station apparatus floor would have to be demolished and rebuilt at an
additional cost of $600,000. One option considered for the old Public Safety Building is to
turn it into a permit center and include the departments of Community Development, Public
Works, Fire Administration, and Fire Station 1. Another option would be to move Fire
Station 1 to Lockeford and School Streets at an estimated cost of $3 million.
City Manager King noted that space at the new Police Building, originally intended for the
County Court, is still vacant. A proposal has been made to the County at fair market rate;
however, no response has been received. The City does not have a lease agreement with
them on their current space that is attached to the old Public Safety Building.
Council Member Mounce suggested that repairs to buildings be made in small increments
as funding becomes available.
➢ Group Two: Grape Bowl, Indoor Sports Center, and Parks & Recreation Administration
Office and Corporation Yard.
➢ Group Three: Aquatics Complex, DeBenedetti Park, Southwest and Southeast Fire
Stations.
Parks & Recreation Director Goehring reported that $1 million in funding was received from
Propositions 12 and 40, which has been earmarked for DeBenedetti Park. If additional
grant funding is not received, the money will be used for existing deferred maintenance
projects and facilities.
➢ Group Four: Finance Department, Library, and Fire Administration.
Council Member Hansen commented that Parks & Recreation is often the last to be
considered and he hoped that its Administration Office would become a priority.
Council Member Johnson challenged staff with capital projects to reduce the cost by 10%
to 15% from the original design estimate.
Finance Director Krueger stated that the purpose of a long-term financial plan is to
document what the service needs are within the framework of a community survey, which is
used as a basis for determining priorities. He mentioned that there is a deferred
maintenance issue that needs to be considered; however, there is little reserve funding.
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Council Member Hansen believed that the number one goal should be the financial health of
the City and did feel that money should be spent on capital projects until the financial
solvency of the City is established.
City Manager King reported that an ordinance related to he City's purchasing system
would be brought forward for Council's consideration in August.
Environmental
City Manager King announced that a Shirtsleeve Session was scheduled for August 2 to
discuss information related to the proposed water rate increase. Note: It was
subsequently decided to also schedule the topic for the regular City Council meeting of
August 3.
Capital Projects
City Manager King briefly outlined the status of capital projects. He stated that September
27 has tentatively been set for a Shirtsleeve Session to review a draft Americans with
Disabilities Act Transition Plan.
In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hitchcock, Jerry Herzick, Building Official, confirmed
that statutes require that city and county buildings be handicapped accessible. Public
programs and services should be moved to buildings that are accessible. He felt that if the
Lodi Grape Bowl were to be utilized, it should be made handicapped accessible.
Council Member Mounce voiced her opinion that the Killelea Substation project be moved to
a high priority.
Community
City Manager King announced that a special meeting would be scheduled for the Delta
College Task Force to present information to Council.
Public Safet
City Manager King reported that the County has released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for
ambulance service. The Fire Department has reviewed the RFP and expressed concern
that recognition is not given to the financial impacts upon the City for being a first
responder. There is also a concern about the lack of communication back to the local
agency based upon a 911 emergency call.
Other Issues
➢ Water quality of Lodi Lake and the number of geese in the park;
➢ Analyze possible revenue measures for the November 2006 ballot;
➢ Analyze potential business opportunities of broadband communication services;
➢ Begin due diligence related to cable franchise;
➢ Greater involvement of volunteers and other citizen resources in landscape
maintenance; and
➢ Planning for the City's Centennial celebration.
C. COMMENTS BY THE PUBLIC ON NON -AGENDA ITEMS
None.
D. ADJOURNMENT
No action was taken by the City Council. The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 a.m.
ATTEST:
Susan J. Blackston
City Clerk
AGENDA ITEM B-1
CITY OF LODI
COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
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AGENDA TITLE: Status Review of City Manager's Work Plan
MEETING DATE: July 26, 2005
PREPARED BY: City Manager
RECOMMENDED AC71ON: Receive presentation and provide comments.
BACKGROUND INFORMATION: Attached is an updated work plan outlining high-profile projects that
are requiring City staff time and attention. A presentation will be
given on the status of the various projects.
FISCAL IMPACT: Not Applicable
FUNDING AVAILABLE: Not Applicable
Blair King, City Ma ger
APPROVED:
Blair k4rfg, City Manager
City Manager's Work Plan — A General Policy Level Work Plan
of the Most Significant and/or Noteworthy Projects
The City Manager's Work Plan is an organizational tool to assist staff in time management, focusing,
and tracking significant and/or noteworthy projects. It is not a complete list of all efforts receiving
attention of City staff at any moment.
tconomic ueveio
Proiect or Issue I Status
Downtown Business Recruitment — Identify
businesses that will add to the "tenant" mix of
downtown Lodi — work with current and
prospective property owners to site and locate
business within the downtown core.
Hotel Development — Over $100,000 is spent to
attract visitors to Lodi. A portion of the return on
investment in tourism promotion is the collection
of Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT). (This is only
a portion of the return on investment in tourism;
other benefits are realized in increased
commerce, jobs, and community prestige.) Lodi
receives less than $350,000 in TOT. This
amount could be increased through growth in
hotels/motels.
Industrial Recruitment - Recruitment of quality
jobs and businesses to Lodi.
Developing strategy to identify those businesses
that are likely candidates to locate in downtown
Lodi and/or businesses that will contribute to the
economic vitality of downtown Lodi, and willing
property owners and potential developers.
On June 15, 2005 City, Council approved a
Memorandum of Understanding with Van Ruiten
Family Winery for a downtown tasting room in
exchange for access to sewer service. Required
Ordinance amendment expected to be presented
to the City Council on August 17th. Two other
wineries have expressed interest in establishing a
downtown tasting room. Informal discussions are
continuing with staff.
On June 1, 2005, Master Lease Option
Agreement with Atlas Property for retail space in
Lodi Station Parking Garage was executed by
Lodi staff. Ceremonial transfer occurred July 14.
2005. Marketing of the garage retail space has
begun. City staff is working with leasee to
identify potential tenants and to create possible
incentives. Statistical information presented to a
high profile potential tenant.
Salvation Army completed relocation from
Downtown, 19 N. Sacramento Street in May,
2005. Staff has met with new owners of 19 N.
Sacramento Street to review preliminary
architectural plans.
G -REM will be constructing a Hampton Inn
Suites, 90 — 100 rooms and employing 25 -30,
next to its new office building on Beckman Rd.
The facility will include meeting spaces.
Construction is expected to break ground 2006.
Staff, via a consultant, is researching the
possibility of using CDBG funds to provide grants
and loans as an incentive for the development of
hotels.
Identify potential business and obtain contact
names and addresses.
Land Use
Project or Issue
Status
General Plan Update — A comprehensive review
A project timeline and approach is currently being
and update of the City's General Plan.
drafted.
Annexations —Two significant annexations, a
On May 4, 2005, the City Council approved a
155 -acre Westside Annexation and 264-287 acre
Reimbursement Agreement with Frontiers
Southwest Annexation with accompanying
Community Builders to fully fund staff costs
subdivision and development proposal.
associated with processing land use applications,
paying rent for offices while other City property is
and a scope of work with LSA Associates to
vacant. A Master Plan and holistic approach is
provide staff assistance to process the
needed to address City facilities planning.
applications. On July 6, 2005, the City Council
authorized an amendment to the above
agreements to provide for the preparation of an
Environmental Impact Report. On July 6, 2005,
the City Council received a presentation on the
2,354 growth management allocations that had
been received for the Westside and Southwest
projects.
Green Belt — Task Force charged with
This issue is pending a proposal from the
responsibility to explore and investigate the
landowner's group, following a tentative
variety of models available and utilized in various
agreement between Stockton and Lodi regarding
cities to accomplish the community
a mile -wide strip at Armstrong Road.
separator/open space goal and make a
recommendation to the City Council for the option
LSA Associates has been assigned to provide
that works best for Lodi.
staff services to the Green Belt Task Force.
The City of Stockton and the County of San
Joaquin have agreed to join with the City of Lodi
to revive the 2x2x2 Committee. Stockton City
Council members Steve Bestolarides and Dan
Chapman and County Supervisors Victor Mow
and Jack Sieglock will join Mayor John Beckman
and Councilmember Susan Hitchcock on the
committee.
On July 12, 2005 the City Council received a staff
report on Agricultural Mitigation Fee. Further
impacts are to be analyzed by staff and the
Greenbelt Task force.
Finance and Administration
Project or Issue
Status
Public Facilities Planning — A variety of City
Old Public Safety Building (PSB) — The Lodi
facilities are in a state of flux with the fate or
Public Safety Building (PSB) is an approximately
future use unknown. Some assets, such as the
40,000 square feet deteriorated structure that
old Public Safety Building, need rehabilitation;
fails to meet state essential building standards.
other City assets, such as the City's property east
Prior to 2004, the PSB housed the Lodi Police
of Highway 99 need development. The City is
Department, Lodi Fire Department's Station 1,
paying rent for offices while other City property is
and a San Joaquin County court. The building
vacant. A Master Plan and holistic approach is
needs extensive renovations. The City is
needed to address City facilities planning.
negotiating with the County and State to relocate
the court into the new police station. Estimated
costs to renovate the PSB range from $5.26
million to $3.15 million if Fire Station One is
relocated to a new location. A space -needs
analysis has been conducted.
Public Facilities Planning (Cont'd)
Fire Station #1 — Concept drawings complete.
The costs to relocate a new fire station at
Lockeford and School Streets is approximately
$3.15 million.
Fire Station #2 — Concept drawings complete.
Currently, Fire Station #2 does not meet essential
facility standards. The station is in poor condition
and in need of repair. Proposal to relocate
Station # 2 east of Highway 99 costs an
estimated $2.0 million.
EUD Corp. Yard — Pending Council approval, a
space needs, master planning and schematic
design need to be developed. Design
development cost approximately $125,000 and
MSC cost estimate $2.5 million.
Parks and Recreation Admin. Bldg. — 1995
study complete will need updating.
Finance Department — Currently occupying
leased property with two options available at this
time: 1 st floor City Hall or 2nd floor of the Police
Building. Estimated cost is unknown at this time.
Fire Department Administration — Currently
occupying Parking Structure space. There are
three options available at this time: 2nd floor of
the old Public Safety Building, 2nd floor of the
Police Building or a new Fire Station 1. Cost
estimate unknown at this time.
Court Room Expansion and Police
Department Surge Space — Pending SJ County
approval/funding. Discussions with SJ County on
proposed court room in Police Building often
delayed. Estimated cost $1 million.
Long Term Financial Planning — A longer term
The following steps have been identified to occur in
view, strategy, and alternatives need to be
2005-06:
developed to address the City's future financial
needs. Longer term revenue projections are
1. Hire consultant to assist in the development of
needed as well as exploration of service delivery
plan and essential elements. There is no
and revenue alternatives.
funding currently in the budget; will explore
Impact Mitigation Fee funding.
2. Develop budget modules in JD Edwards.
3. Develop space needs, staffing needs, debt
financing and capital needs in conjunction with
General Plan update.
4. Set up initial meetings with key staff to develop
key elements of work product and
responsibilities for staff completion.
5. Establish timeline for completion of long- term
financial plan by January 2006.
Incorporate long-term plan in the 2006-07 budget
process, which will begin early January 2006.
Staff has begun to review best management practices
to provide stability with electric utility rates.
Staff is reviewing the City's impact fee structure to
insure new development is paying full cost of impacts.
Purchasing System Update — The purchasing
On March 8, 2005 during a Shirtsleeve Session,
system, a core bureaucratic program of the City,
Council was briefed on the proposed changes to
no longer meets the basic requirement of a well-
the Purchasing Ordinance. In addition to Council
understood policy that efficiently protects the
comments, department reps have provided
public's assets and allows business to be
comments to the Finance Department. The City
conducted in a fair and reasonable manner.
Attorney reviewed the proposed document and
provided feedback on the format. Next step will
be to prepare a final draft for City Manager review
and Executive Management Team discussion.
Council action will then be necessary.
Management/Peer Audit/Evaluation Program —
Need to assemble samples of policies and forms
and develop recommendations for City
Performance evaluation is a key to determine the
efficiency of a City in providing services. Work is
Manager's consideration.
needed to establish performance standards and
to compare against these standards.
Labor Negotiations — MOU's
Following are the MOU's and respective
There are a number of Memorandum's of
expiration dates:
Understanding that will expire in 2005, 2006, and
1. IBEW (Electric Utilities) 12/05
2007. Personnel assets are key to the delivery of
2. Mid -Management 12/05
City services. Care is required in developing
3. PD Mid -Management 6/06
labor contracts.
4. Maintenance & Operators 6/06
5. General Services 6/06
6. Fire Fighters 6/06
7. Fire Mid -Management — unrepresented
8. Confidential — unrepresented
Current Police POA MOU allows for a limited
reopener in July 2005 for purpose of evaluating
the current survey cities, absent mutual
agreement the survey cities will remain status
quo.
Staff Development — Succession planning and
Staff provided a copy of the PD's Assessment of
staff development is needed in order to provide
Succession Planning for the Lodi Police
for a well-trained and prepared work force as the
Department dated June 2001. Plans will be
"baby -boomers" of the 40's and 50's reach
solicited from other communities.
retirement age.
Council Handbook — Lodi does not have a
On hand:
comprehensive guidebook of standard operating
. Resolution 2004-282, Rules of conduct of
procedures and written principles to guide
meetings, proceedings, & business
Council action and to direct staff in relationship to
. Resolution 2004-115, Code of Ethics &
supporting the City Council.
Values
• LMC, Chapter 2.04, which addresses
Council meetings
STATUS — Examples of general Council
procedures/policies from other cities have been
solicited and are being reviewed. NOTE: Some
cities have such information adopted by
Resolutions, others incorporated individual
procedures within an administrative policy
manual, and some have informal
hand books/g uidelines.
Environmental
Project or Issue I Status
PCE/TCE Clean-up Plan and Implementation -
Staff is preparing a long-term plan for resolving
the litigation, and financing and implementing the
clean-up.
Litigation Status: The Central and Southern
plumes are settled and the Northern and South
Central Western settled on an interim basis that
will perform study work until approximately spring
of 2006, when final settlement talks will resume.
The Southern Plume is gearing up for trial and
the litigation and technical teams are preparing a
discovery plan for implementation by mid May of
2005.
Clean-up Status: Remediation work has begun
in the Eastern (Busy Bee) plume. Investigative
work in preparation for remediation is underway
in the Central, Northern and South Central
/Western plumes.
Financing Status: On June 1, 2005, the City
Council authorized the execution of a
professional services contract with Bartle Wells
Associates to develop alternative water or
wastewater rate structures to fund remediation.
On July 20, 2005, the City Council adopted
proposed water rate increases to fund the
PCE/TCE program and set September 21, 2005
as the date to hear protests with regard to the
proposed rate increases. Net cost of PCE/TCE
program budgeted at $45.7 million. If adopted,
the above water rates will complete the financial
strategy necessary to pay for the remediation.
C"apltal F'
Project or Issue
Indoor Sports and Activity Center — The work
consists of developing a one -acre site to
accommodate the indoor sports center. The
scope of work will include demolition of existing
structures, engineered imported fill material, site
grading, underground utilities, and construction of
a 40,000 square -foot, two-story, indoor sports
facility. Indoor space will include two full-size
hardwood basketball courts, one full-size taraflex
floor basketball court, permanent and roll -away
bleachers, one taraflex floor aerobics room, one
taraflex floor multi-purpose room, one rock
climbing wall, restrooms, locker rooms, cafe
concession area, kitchen area, storage rooms,
reception area, administration office space,
outdoor seating area, streetscape, irrigation and
planting.
Status
ELS Consultants have completed approximately half
of their contract agreement with the City. The
contract has been suspended due to budget
considerations.
ELS Consultants has provided and completed the
following items:
a) Planning Indoor Sports Center
b) Campus Master Planning
c) Schematic Design
d) Reimbursables
City Expenditures to date: $478,000 (Land Purchase,
Geotechnical Investigation and Structural
Investigation of the "Old Fire House) — Not all land
has been purchased for the project site. The City
needs to acquire the southeast parcel of the site,
which currently is a tow shop business.
Funds for the project are currently not available.
Completion of the construction documents and the
purchase of the additional parcel is required. At this
time, the sports center costs are estimated at $10
million excluding land purchase. Total build out of the
facility is approximately a year and a half once
construction commences.
Aquatics Complex —.The work consists of
developing a seven -acre aquatics complex site.
The scope of work will include site grading,
underground utilities, one 50 -meter competition
pool, one zero -entry activity pool with play
equipment, and one 25 -meter instructional pool
with waterslide feature. Other work will include
the installation of a poolhouse building which
would include pool equipment area,
administration office space, restrooms, locker
rooms, concession stand building, meeting room,
picnic area, site furniture, security lighting,
fencing, parking lot, concrete flat work, concrete
pool decking, irrigation and planting.
DeBenedetti Park — The work consists of
developing a 49 -acre park/detention basin site.
The scope of work will include finish grading,
construction of three 90 -foot lighted baseball
fields, one lighted multi -use (football/soccer) field,
two 60 -foot lighted baseball fields, and two
lighted soccer fields. Other work will include the
installation of two handicap accessible
playground areas, play equipment, lighted
pathways, basketball court, entry monuments,
site furniture, picnic areas, restroom facilities,
concession stand building, maintenance building,
well site, underground utilities, parking lot,
concrete flat work, fencing, roadways, irrigation
and planting.
ELS Consultants have completed and provided
City staff with 100% construction drawings and
project specifications. ELS and the City have
suspended remaining work due to budget
constraints.
ELS Consultants has provided and completed the
following items:
a) Planning
b) Schematic Design
c) Construction Documents
d) Reimbursables
City Expenditures to date: $428,000.00
Currently, the proposed 7 -acre site has not been
purchased or annexed into the City. The City
Council will be reviewing the development
proposal of the Westside Annexation, the site of
the proposal.
Work on the Aquatics Complex site and project
could begin anytime after the City acquires the
land and funding. At this time, costs to build the
complex are estimated at $7 million, not including
the land purchase. Total build out of the facility
would be approximately one year, once
construction commences.
Stantec Consulting is in the process of
completing the revisions of their 100%
construction documents which includes
construction drawings and project specifications.
Stantec Consulting has provided and completed
the following items:
a) Conceptual Design
b) Construction Documents
c) Reimbursables
d) Change Orders 1 & 2
City Expenditures to date: $582,000.00
Currently, AM Stephens Construction of Lodi is
under contract to rough grade the entire park site.
Phase I of the rough grading is scheduled to be
completed by October 31, 2005; and phase 11 of
the grading is scheduled to be completed by
October 31, 2007.
Phase I park construction could begin anytime
after October 31, 2005.
2000 and 2002 Park Bond funds are planned to
be expended on DeBenedetti Park.
Library Facilities Plan — The Lodi Public Library
Board of Trustees commissioned the
development of a Library Facilities Master Plan
that was completed in 2002. The Plan outlines
the expansion of the existing building with a two-
story addition that nearly doubles the size of the
facility. The proposal includes the acquisition of
additional property. Facility features traditional
service areas plus a coffee shop, Friends office,
teen area and small study rooms. The plan also
calls for the creation of a "satellite branch" to
meet the library needs of the Eastside population.
The Replacement Program — Lodi has various
public facilities assets in different stages of life
expectancy. Lodi does not have a
comprehensive plan to guide the City in financial
decisions with regard to planning for the
replacement of these facilities. For example,
although the Police Station is a new facility,
actions need to be taken now to ensure that the
building can be repaired or replaced in the future
or this facility will be in the same condition as the
Grape Bowl, a City and community asset that has
no funds ear -marked for its rehabilitation, nor any
plans to secure funds, but is approaching the end
of its useful life.
Animal Shelter.— The Animal Shelter is being
considered in the context of a new multi -use
municipal service center. The Animal Shelter is
old, small and crowded. It needs to be
addressed in a comprehensive fashion.
In January 2005, the Library Board
commissioned the development of plans for
upgrading the interior of current facility to
maximize functionality of space and create a safe
and inviting atmosphere. Library staff continues
to dialog with Community Partnership for Families
representatives to provide library services in the
proposed Family Resource Center to be built in
Blakely Park. Cost estimate: unknown.
A staff team will research during fiscal year 05-06
best management practices in developing
strategies to replace various facilities.
The first meeting of the Lodi Animal Shelter Task
Force was held on December 7, 2000.
On February 6, 2002 Council authorized a
professional services agreement with George Miers &
Associates for the space needs, master planning and
schematic design of a new animal services facility.
On June 19, 2002 Council approved the concept
design (schematic) and authorized the complete
design contract with George Miers & Associates for a
new animal services facility to be located on Guild
Ave.
On October 16, 2002 Council approved plans and
specifications and authorized advertising for bid for
the 20,000 square foot (building) design. The plans
were anticipated to be ready for bid in January 2003
with an estimated construction budget of $3,900,000.
Design work was placed on "hold" in the Spring of
2003 due to budget conditions.
On April 20, 2005 Council terminated design
agreement between George Miers & Associates and
the City. The City has plans and specifications which
are approximately 80% complete.
Public Works is combining the preliminary design for
the temporary modular office prepared by Electric
Utility with the previous plans prepared by Public
Works for the substation access driveway. Site work
by City forces is underway.
Accessible City Facilities; ADA Transition
A survey of accessibility deficiencies was
Plan - The Americans with Disabilities Act of
completed in February 2005 by each of the
1990 requires that facilities operated by public
responsible City departments. The Transition
entities be accessible to the public. A threshold
Plan shall include a schedule for achieving
requirement is the preparation and adoption of a
compliance for those projects that will take longer
Transition Plan. The Transition Plan will require
than one year. The City's ADA committee was
policy level consideration with regard to some of
reactivated and is currently working on the plan.
the City's older public facilities.
member Task Force, representing a broad range
penalties and a more active role from the City
The draft Transition Plan was given to each
Attorney's Office in pursuing legal action in cases
member for review and comment. The
of non-compliance. This program is scheduled to
Committee met on July 22, 2005 to review all
be presented to the City Council August 16,
comments for the final draft. Jon Ibarra was
2005.
selected to represent the disabled community. A
target date of September 27, 2005 has been set
to review the Transition Plan with the City
Council.
Utility Capital Projects - A variety of physical
Electric Utility Department is currently
improvements have been proposed and are
implementing the development of a fiber optic
planned for the City's utilities. These utility
project. More information will be provided with
projects include water system pipeline
future updates.
replacement project and fiber optic development.
Water/Wastewater Infrastructure Project #2
(approx. $2+ million) is nearing completion and
design work is underway for a major wastewater
rehabilitation project. Additional smaller -scale
water replacement projects are included in the
05/06 budget.
Communitv
Project or Issue
Status
Delta College Site in Lodi — The project consists
On June 7, 2005 the City Council received a
of attempting to locate a satellite campus in the
presentation on Delta College's plans for a north
Lodi Area. Delta College is currently seeking
district campus. Subsequently, the Council
candidate sites. A satellite campus could house
requested a "Delta College Task Force" be
programs related to hospitality, agriculture, and
formed with Councilmembers Johnson and
police and fire training facilities.
Hansen representing the City Council. The 17
Administrative Citation/Hearing process, civil
member Task Force, representing a broad range
penalties and a more active role from the City
of interests in the community and City staff, has
Attorney's Office in pursuing legal action in cases
been convened. Two full Task Force meetings
of non-compliance. This program is scheduled to
have been held.
Public Safety
Project or Issue
Status
Property Maintenance and Code Enforcement
CDD is working with the City Attorney's Office to
develop alternative remedies for code
Program — A comprehensive review and update
of the existing Code Enforcement Program
enforcement cases in order to allow more
operated through the Community Improvement
effective enforcement and place the burden of the
Division.
cost for those services on those that are causing
the demand for services. This will include an
Administrative Citation/Hearing process, civil
penalties and a more active role from the City
Attorney's Office in pursuing legal action in cases
of non-compliance. This program is scheduled to
be presented to the City Council August 16,
2005.
Property Maintenance and Code Enforcement
CDD has been working with LPD -Partners to
develop a project that enlists the Partners to
Program (Cont'd)
verify compliance for nuisance complaints and to
monitor vacant properties to make sure that they
are not posing a nuisance to the community.
This program was presented to the City Council
in April 2005
Paramedic Program — The paramedic program
Paramedic program developed, Department has
is designed to enhance the delivery of emergency
four paramedics. Needs: funding for paramedics,
medical services to the community by the Fire
Advanced Life Support application, and EMS
Department. The program was approved by the
Coordinator.
City Council in October, 2002.
San Joaquin County has released a Request for
Proposal for ambulance service. The results of
the RFP process may affect the city's Paramedic
Program.
Other issues that are receiving staff attention and resources:
• Water quality of Lake Lodi and the reduction in the number of geese in close proximity to the
lake.
• Analyze possible revenue measures for the November 2006 ballot.
• Analyze potential business opportunities of broadband communication services.
• Begin due diligence related to cable franchise.
• Greater involvement of volunteers and other citizen resources in landscape maintenance.
• Planning for the City's Centennial celebration.
7/22/05