HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - April 2, 2014LODI CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 2, 2014
C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call
The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 2, 2014, was called to order by Mayor
Katzakian at 5:30 p.m.
Present: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi,
Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Absent: None
Also Present: Interim City Manager Schwabauer, Interim City Attorney Magdich, and City Clerk
Johl-Olson
C-2 Announcement of Closed Session
a) Conference with Jordan Avers, Deputy City Manager, and Adele Post, Human Resources
Manager (Labor Negotiators), Regarding Unrepresented Executive Management, Lodi City
Mid -Management Association, Unrepresented Confidential Employees, AFSCME General
Services and Maintenance & Operators, Police Mid -Managers, Lodi Police Officers
Association, Lodi Police Dispatchers Association, International Brotherhood of Electrical
Workers, Fire Mid -Managers, and Lodi Professional Firefighters (Excepting Human
Resources Manager and Deputy City Manager) and Conference with Mayor Phil Katzakian
(Labor Negotiator) Regarding City Council Appointees (Excepting Interim City Manager)
Pursuant to Government Code &54957.6
C-3 Adiourn to Closed Session
At 5:30 p.m., Mayor Katzakian adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above
matter. Only Council Members were present for the Council Appointee discussion. The Closed
Session adjourned at 6:45 p.m.
C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action
At 7:00 p.m., Mayor Katzakian reconvened the City Council meeting, and Interim City Attorney
Magdich and Mayor Katzakian disclosed the following action.
Item C-2 (a) was discussion and direction only with no reportable action.
A. Call to Order / Roll Call
The Regular City Council meeting of April 2, 2014, was called to order by Mayor Katzakian at
7:00 p.m.
Present: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi,
Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Absent: None
Also Present: Interim City Manager Schwabauer, Interim City Attorney Magdich, and City Clerk
Johl-Olson
B. Presentations
B-1 Sexual Assault Awareness Month Proclamation (CLK)
Mayor Katzakian presented proclamation to Lynsay Nuss, Domestic Violence Specialist with the
Women's Center of San Joaquin, proclaiming the month of April 2014 as "Sexual Assault
Awareness Month" in the City of Lodi.
B-2 National Volunteers Week Proclamation (PD)
Mayor Katzakian presented proclamation to Lt. Chris Jacobson proclaiming the week of April 6-
13, 2014, as "National Volunteers Week" in the City of Lodi.
B-3 National Animal Control Officers Appreciation Week Proclamation (PD)
Mayor Katzakian presented proclamation to Lt. Chris Jacobson proclaiming the week of April 13-
19, 2014, as "National Animal Control Officers Appreciation Week" in the City of Lodi.
B-4 National Public Safety Telecommunicators Week Proclamation (PD)
Mayor Katzakian presented proclamation to Lt. Chris Jacobson proclaiming the week of April 13-
19, 2014, as "National Public Safety Telecom municators Week" in the City of Lodi.
B-5 Library Volunteer of the Year Award (LIB)
Caitlin Casey, President of the Library Board of Trustees, presented the Library Volunteer of the
Year Award to Ron Russell and Keith Lewis and a special recognition award to Library
Foundation President Nanette Green.
B-6 Presentation on Lower Mokelumne River Watershed Stewardship User Guide (CD)
John Brodie with the Watershed Program gave a presentation regarding the Lower Mokelumne
River Watershed Stewardship User Guide.
C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Mayor Katzakian, to approve the following
items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, in accordance with the report and
recommendation of the City Manager.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
C-1 Receive Register of Claims in the Amount of $2.731.722.77 (FIN)
Claims were approved in the amount of $2,731,722.77.
C-2 Approve Minutes (CLK)
The minutes of March 18, 2014 (Shirtsleeve Session), March 19, 2014 (Regular Meeting), and
March 25, 2014 (Shirtsleeve Session) were approved as written.
C-3 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Fire Station
No. 2 Replacement Project (PW)
Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for Fire Station
No. 2 Replacement Project.
C-4 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for White Slough
Water Pollution Control Facility Control Building Remodel and Addition Project (PW)
Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for White Slough
Water Pollution Control Facility Control Building Remodel and Addition Project.
C-5 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2014 GrapeLine Bus Stop
Improvements (PW)
Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for 2014 GrapeLine Bus Stop
Improvements.
C-6 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Kettleman Lane Bus Stop
Improvements (PW)
Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for Kettleman Lane Bus Stop
Improvements.
C-7 Adopt Resolution Approving Purchase of Primary Chain and Flight Collector Equipment for
White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility from DC Frost Associates. Inc., of Walnut
Creek ($90.000) (PW)
Adopted Resolution No. 2014-46 approving the purchase of primary chain and flight collector
equipment for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility from DC Frost Associates, Inc., of
Walnut Creek, in the amount of $90,000.
C-8 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Ham Lane Overlay Project, Lodi Avenue to
Turner Road (PW)
Accepted the improvements under contract for Ham Lane Overlay Project, Lodi Avenue to Turner
Road.
C-9 Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract Change Order to
Professional Services Agreement with KPFF Consulting Engineers, of Roseville. for
Additional Engineering Design Services at Lodi Transit Station ($37.458) (PW)
This item was pulled for further discussion by Council Member Johnson. Mr. Johnson asked that
the item be continued to a future date in light of the need for follow-up from last week's
Shirtsleeve Session discussion regarding alternatives for providing public restroom facilities in the
downtown area.
Public Works Director Wally Sandelin provided a brief PowerPoint presentation regarding the
subject matter as outlined in the Council Communication.
In response to Council Member Mounce, Mr. Sandelin stated that, while there are existing
restrooms at the transit station, the hours are limited with current operations and the proposal is
to extend the facilities and the hours.
In response to Council Member Mounce, Mr. Sandelin confirmed that the Romtec facilities are
similar to the open air facilities being used by Portland currently.
In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, Mr. Sandelin confirmed that City Hall restrooms
are available for public use and Transportation Development Act funds are paying for the
proposed project.
In response to Mayor Katzakian, Mr. Sandelin confirmed that the project stands on its own as a
transit need without downtown restroom facility considerations, the design has already been
approved, and the project timeline is dependent upon Council approval.
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, to adopt
Resolution No. 2014-49 authorizing the City Manager to execute a contract change order to
Professional Services Agreement with KPFF Consulting Engineers, of Roseville, for additional
engineering design services at Lodi Transit Station in the amount of $37,458.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, and
Mayor Katzakian
Noes: Council Member Johnson
Absent: None
C-10 Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Professional Services
Agreement and Extensions for Geographical Information System Consulting Services with
Interwest Consulting Group, of Elk Grove ($30,000) (PW)
Adopted Resolution No. 2014-47 authorizing the City Manager to execute Professional Services
Agreement and extensions for geographical information system consulting services with Interwest
Consulting Group, of Elk Grove, in the amount of $30,000.
C-11 Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Long -Term Layoff Agreement
for the California -Oregon Transmission Project Between City of Lodi and Certain Members
of the Transmission Agency of Northern California (EU)
Interim City Manager Schwabauer provided a brief overview of the proposed action as set forth in
the Council Communication.
In response to Council Member Mounce, Mr. Schwabauer confirmed that the proposal saves
approximately $1.5 million and the City receives additional funds as well.
In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Electric Utility Director Elizabeth Kirkley stated the
project is not a source of generation, it is related to transmission, the Cal -ISO balancing authority
is sufficient, and there is no benefit to the City in continuing in the project.
Council Member Johnson made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, to adopt
Resolution No. 2014-50 authorizing the City Manager to execute long-term layoff agreement for
the California -Oregon Transmission Project between City of Lodi and certain members of the
Transmission Agency of Northern California.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
C-12 Adopt Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Professional Services
Agreement for Transmission Grid Intertie Support with Flynn RCI, of Discovery Bay
($225,000) (EU)
Adopted Resolution No. 2014-48 authorizing the City Manager to execute Professional Services
Agreement for transmission grid intertie support with Flynn RCI, of Discovery Bay, in the amount
of $225,000.
D. Comments by the Public on Non -Agenda Items
THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON -AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE
PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
Public comment may only be made on matters within the Lodi City Council's jurisdiction
(Government Code Section 54954.3, Lodi City Council Protocol Manual Section 6.31). The
Council cannot take action or deliberate on items that are not on this agenda unless there
is an emergency and the need to take action on that emergency arose after this agenda
was posted (Government Code Section 54954.2(b)(2)). All other items may only be
referred for review to staff or placement on a future Council agenda.
Vincent Sayles spoke on various items not directly related to the business of the City.
E. Comments by the Citv Council Members on Non-Aaenda Items
Council Member Nakanishi commended those involved with the Arbor Day celebration
and expressed concerns regarding the maintenance and upkeep at Lodi Lake. Parks, Recreation
and Cultural Services Director Jeff Hood provided additional information regarding the cutting of
brush in the nature area at Lodi Lake.
Council Member Johnson suggested public comments be limited to those that fall within the
City's jurisdiction. Mr. Johnson also suggested that businesses in the vicinity of construction
activity on Sacramento Street be notified accordingly.
Council Member Mounce commended Public Works on its efforts to notify residents on the east
side of construction activity in English and Spanish and the Animal Shelter on its efforts related to
the adoption of a stray dog. She also expressed her concern regarding recent newspaper articles
regarding City Council salary and benefits and suggested that the matter be agendized for a
future meeting. Council Member Mounce stated public comments should be permitted regardless
of subject matter jurisdiction.
Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen reported on his attendance at Northern California Power Agency
(NCPA) and San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) commission meetings. Specific
topics of discussion included approval of the NCPA budget, increased energy output at the Lodi
Energy Center, conditions of hydro and water storage, and the SJCOG regional report on
sustainable communities.
F. Comments by the Citv Manaaer on Non-Aaenda Items
None.
G. Public Hearinas
G-1 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting Resolution Approving the Draft 2014-2018
Consolidated Plan for the Communitv Development Block Grant Proaram (CD
Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file
in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Katzakian called for the public hearing to consider adopting
resolution approving the draft 2014-2018 Consolidated Plan for the Community Development
Block Grant (CDBG) Program.
Neighborhood Services Manager Joseph Wood provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding
the CDBG Consolidated Plan. Specific topics of discussion included the consolidated plan
process, needs assessment, the allocation process, funding availability, public service cap,
recommendations for community based organizations, and City projects and services.
Council Member Mounce expressed her concerns about effectively notifying the targeted
population of the availability of programs in both English and Spanish.
In response to Council Member Hansen, Mr. Wood provided an overview of the Salvation Army
tutoring and mentoring program and its applicability to meeting the needs in the target area.
Mr. Wood confirmed the proposed program must track grades, attendance, etc.
In response to Council Member Hansen, Mr. Wood stated that, with respect to the handicap ramp
at Hutchins Street Square, the proposed funding helps to start the design and partial construction
but it does not cover the project in its entirety. A brief discussion ensued regarding balancing the
60%-40% split for City projects and community based organizations, providing additional details
in the future regarding how funding will be spent, the allocation of funds to City projects based on
three-year projections, and project estimates.
In response to Council Member Mounce, Public Works Director Wally Sandelin stated the
$106,000 is for construction as the design is done in-house.
In response to Mayor Katzakian, Mr. Wood stated the Department of Housing and Urban
Development did not find any issue with the graffiti abatement program because it is 100%
located in the target area while the spay and neuter program is applicable to low-income
residents anywhere in the City.
In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Wood stated the Fair Housing Agency benefits
residents in the target area and throughout the City by providing housing counseling services.
In response to Mayor Katzakian, Mr. Wood stated the Fair Housing Agency annual budget is
approximately $200,000.
In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Wood confirmed that staff does keep track of spay
and neuter statistics as a CDBG program.
The following individuals spoke in support of CDBG allocation for their preferred programs and
activities:
Curt Juran
Joaquin Hernandez
Maria Rosado
Dale Gillespie
Jacob Steele
Roberta Silveta
Yogi Patel
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Mayor Katzakian, to adopt Resolution
No. 2014-51 approving the draft 2014-2018 Consolidated Plan for the Community Development
Block Grant Program with the amendment for the $1,500 allocation to the mobile farmer's market.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
H. Communications
H-1 Post for Expiring Terms and Vacancies on the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission and
Lodi Improvement Committee (CLK)
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, to direct the
City Clerk to post for the following expiring terms and vacancies:
Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission
Adult Advisors:
Nicole Grauman, term to expire May 31, 2014
Jaime Watts, term to expire May 31, 2014
Student Appointees:
Chrissy Dodd, term to expire May 31, 2014
Hayden Johnson, term to expire May 31, 2014
Madison Litton, term to expire May 31, 2014
Miranda O'Mahony, term to expire May 31, 2014
Emily Yamane, term to expire May 31, 2014
Lodi Improvement Committee
Timothy Litton, term to expire March 1, 2014
Robert Takeuchi, term to expire March 1, 2015
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
H-2 Appointment to the Lodi Animal Advisory Commission and Re -Post for Remaining
Vacancy (CLK)
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hansen, to make the
following appointments and re -post for remaining vacancy:
APPOINTMENTS:
Lodi Animal Advisory Commission
Richard Vasquez, term to expire December 31, 2016
POSTINGS:
Lodi Animal Advisory Commission
One Vacancy, term to expire December 31, 2016
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
Regular Calendar - None
Ordinances
J-1 Adopt Ordinance No. 1893 Entitled, "An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Amending Lodi
Municipal Code Section 17.68.20. 'Restrictions on Nonconforming Uses and Structures.'
by Adding Paragraph A-6 Allowing Existing Industrial Uses to Expand Use and Structures
Within the Mixed Use Corridor" (CLK)
Council Member Mounce made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, (following
reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print
Ordinance No. 1893 entitled, "An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Amending Lodi Municipal
Code Section 17.68.20, 'Restrictions on Nonconforming Uses and Structures,' by Adding
Paragraph A-6 Allowing Existing Industrial Uses to Expand Use and Structures Within the Mixed
Use Corridor," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held March 19,
2014.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Johnson, Council Member Mounce, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor
Pro Tempore Hansen, and Mayor Katzakian
Noes: None
Absent: None
K. Adjournment
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at
10:00 P.M.
ATTEST:
Randi Johl-Olson
City Clerk