HomeMy WebLinkAboutMinutes - August 4, 2021LODI CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 4, 2021
The City Council Closed Session meeting of August 4, 2021, was called to order by
Mayor Nakanishi at 7:00 p.m.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, all Council Members
participated in the meeting via teleconference and the public portion of the meeting was available
for viewing by the public via livestream at https://www.facebook.com/CityofLodi/ and
https://zoom.us/s/98343457003?pwd=Vm14anRKUm9PWURFb0JnbThSWDFOdz09; the
opportunity for public comment was available through councilcomments@lodi.gov and
https://zoom.us/s/98343457003?pwd=Vm14anRKUm9PWURFb0JnbThSWDFOdz09.
Present: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Absent: None
Also Present: City Manager Schwabauer, City Attorney Magdich, and City Clerk Cusmir
At 6:00 p.m., Mayor Nakanishi called the Closed Session meeting to order to discuss the above
matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 6:56 p.m.
At 7:00 pm., Mayor Nakanishi called the City Council meeting to order, and City Attorney Magdich
disclosed the following actions.
In regard to Item C-2a), Conference with Adele Post, Human Resources Manager, and Andrew
Keys, Deputy City Manager (Labor Negotiators), Regarding International Brotherhood of
Electrical Workers, Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6. This item was for discussion only
and no further action was taken.
In regard to Item C-2b), Threatened Litigation: Government Code §54956.9(b); One Case;
Potential Suit by Cathi Johnson against City of Lodi Based on Employment. This item was for
discussion only and no further action was taken.
The Regular City Council meeting of August 4, 2021, was called to order by Mayor Nakanishi at
7:00 p.m.
C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call
C-2 Announcement of Closed Session
a) Conference with Adele Post, Human Resources Manager, and Andrew Keys, Deputy City
Manager (Labor Negotiators), Regarding International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers,
Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6 (CM)
b) Threatened Litigation: Government Code §54956.9(b); One Case; Potential Suit by Cathi
Johnson against City of Lodi Based on Employment (CA)
C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session
C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action
A.Call to Order / Roll Call
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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic and pursuant to Executive Order N-29-20, all Council Members
participated in the meeting via teleconference and the meeting was available for viewing by the
public via livestream at https://www.facebook.com/CityofLodi/ and
https://zoom.us/s/98343457003?pwd=Vm14anRKUm9PWURFb0JnbThSWDFOdz09; the
opportunity for public comment was available through councilcomments@lodi.gov and
https://zoom.us/s/98343457003?pwd=Vm14anRKUm9PWURFb0JnbThSWDFOdz09.
Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Kuehne, to approve the
following items hereinafter set forth, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the
City Manager.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: None
Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
Claims were approved in the amount of $4,413,021.
The minutes of July 13, 2021 (Shirtsleeve Session), July 20, 2021 (Shirtsleeve Session), and
July 21, 2021 (Regular Meeting) were approved as written.
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-215 approving the purchase of new computers and operating
system upgrade at the Lodi Public Library for public use from CDWG, in the amount of $37,138.
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-216 for the purchase of a three-year subscription with Siteimprove
for quality assurance and accessibility services, content monitoring for ADA compliance in City's
website, in an amount not to exceed $30,690.
B. Presentations –None
C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action) All matters listed on
the consent calendar are considered to be routine and will be acted upon by one motion.
There will be no separate discussion of these items. If a member of the public would like a
consent calendar item pulled and discussed separately, refer to the Special
Teleconference Notice at the beginning of this agenda.
C-1 Receive Register of Claims for July 2, 2021 through July 15, 2021 in the Total Amount of
$4,413,021.00 (FIN)
C-2 Approve Minutes (CLK)
C-3 Adopt Resolution Approving Purchase of New Computers and Operating System Upgrade
at Lodi Public Library for Public Use from CDWG ($37,138) (IT)
C-4 Adopt Resolution for Purchase of a Three-Year Subscription with Siteimprove for Quality
Assurance and Accessibility Services, Content Monitoring for ADA Compliance in City’s
Website (Not to Exceed $30,690) (IT)
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Adopted Resolution No. 2021-217 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional
Services Agreement with Durst Contract Interiors, of Stockton, for Citywide purchase and
installation of office systems furniture, in the amount of $60,000.
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-218 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to
the Professional Services Agreement with Quest Media & Supplies, Inc., of Roseville, for the
purchase and installation of surveillance cameras, including system support and maintenance
plan, in the amount of $17,000.
Adopted Resolution No. 2021-219 ratifying the San Joaquin Council of Governments' Annual
Financial Plan for Fiscal Year 2021/22.
Directed the City Clerk to post for the following vacancy:
Lodi Senior Citizens Commission
Tracy Williams - Term to expire December 31, 2023
Set a public hearing for August 18, 2021, to receive report on redistricting to receive public input
on communities within the Council Districts.
None.
Council Member Kuehne spoke about fireworks and the groups that fundraised selling them this
year. Mr. Kuehne also spoke about Police enforcement and the Police Department addressing
the discharge of illegal fireworks in the months of June and July. Council Member Kuehne spoke
about the attendance at the fireworks display at Lodi Lake and the tradition of celebrating the
nation's independence.
Council Member Khan reported on National Night Out. Mr. Khan asked for an update on the
installation of a stop sign at the intersection of Poplar and Stockton streets and the Ready to
Work program.
C-5 Adopt Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Professional Services Agreement
with Durst Contract Interiors, of Stockton, for Citywide Purchase and Installation of Office
Systems Furniture ($60,000) PW
C-6 Adopt Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 5 to Professional
Services Agreement with Quest Media & Supplies, Inc., of Roseville, for Purchase and
Installation of Surveillance Cameras including System Support and Maintenance Plan
($17,000) (IT)
C-7 Adopt Resolution Ratifying San Joaquin Council of Governments’ Annual Financial Plan
for Fiscal Year 2021/22 (PW)
C-8 Post for Vacancy on Lodi Senior Citizens Commission (CLK)
C-9 Set Public Hearing for August 18, 2021, to Receive Report on Redistricting to Receive
Public Input on Communities within the Council Districts (CLK)
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.
E.Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
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Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler spoke about the success of National Night Out and spending time
with Fire Chief Ken Johnson.
Council Member Kuehne spoke about National Night Out, which happens the second Tuesday in
August every year, and his support of Fire Chief Johnson.
City Manager Schwabauer explained the engineering and historical analysis that takes place
before traffic control measures are installed. Mr. Schwabauer stated that the Public Works
Department is reviewing the intersection at Poplar and Stockton streets.
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 consider adopting a
resolution adopting the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan update.
Water Plant Superintendent Travis Kahrs provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the 2015
Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) update. Specific topics of discussion included the
statement on Delta reliance.
Mr. Kahrs explained the City's water conservation efforts at the request of Mayor Nakanishi.
Mr. Kahrs spoke about how the City is addressing increases in demands for water in the
community in response to questions asked by Mayor Nakanishi.
Public Works Director Charlie Swimley noted that Lodi has adequate water supply through the
year 2045 and discussed the planning efforts undertaken by the City Council in regards to water
supply.
Mayor Nakanishi reiterated that the City has been focused on water conservation for a long time
and has an adequate supply of water.
Mayor Nakanishi opened the public hearing for public comment.
There being no public comments, Mayor Nakanishi closed the public hearing.
Mr. Kahrs stated that residents with even number address may water their yards on Tuesdays,
Thursdays, and Saturdays and residents with odd number addresses may water on Wednesdays,
Fridays, and Sundays, in response to a question asked by Council Member Khan. Mr. Kahrs
noted that watering is not allowed between the hours of 10 a.m. and 6 p.m.
Council Member Kuehne made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler, to adopt
Resolution No. 2021-220 adopting the 2015 Urban Water Management Plan update.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
F.Comments by the City Manager on Non-Agenda Items
G. Public Hearings
G-1 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting Resolution Adopting 2015 Urban Water Management
Plan Update (PW)
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Noes: None
Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
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 consider adopting a
resolution adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update.
Water Plant Superintendent Travis Kahrs provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the 2020
Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) update. Specific topics of discussion included definition
of UWMP; public notification; primary components of 2020 UWMP; population, demand and
supply analysis; GPCD calculation and SB X7-7 compliance; drought risk assessment; Water
Shortage Contingency Plan; demand management measures; climate change vulnerability
assessment; additional analysis; and summary.
Mr. Kahrs answered questions asked by Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler regarding pulling water
from the water bank and the ability to utilize additional water from the river if needed.
Public Works Director Charlie Swimley spoke about the terms of the Woodbridge
Irrigation District agreement in response to a question asked by Mayor Nakanishi.
Council Member Kuehne asked about the phases of the water meter program. Mr. Kahrs stated
the single-family home phase was completed prior to the State's due date and the multi-family
home phase still needs to be completed. Public Works Director Swimley said the City needs to
reach out to multi-family property owners and bring a presentation to the Council before moving
forward with the multi-family homes.
Public Works Director Swimley spoke about funding for projects and the 10-year financial plan, in
response to a question asked by Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler.
There was discussion regarding the treatment of wastewater for consumption, in response to a
question asked by Mayor Nakanishi. Mr. Kahrs stated the City captures and uses treated
wastewater for irrigation of agricultural land near the treatment plant and for cooling energy
production towers at the NCPA plant adjacent to the treatment plant.
City Attorney Magdich spoke about the penalties of not adopting the water conservation plan.
Mayor Nakanishi opened the public hearing for public comment.
There being no public comments, Mayor Nakanishi closed the public hearing.
Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler, to adopt
Resolution No. 2021-221 adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan update.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: None
G-2 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting Resolution Adopting 2020 Urban Water Management
Plan Update (PW)
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Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
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 consider adopting a
resolution adopting the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan update.
Water Plant Superintendent Travis Kahrs provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the 2020
Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) update. Specific topics of discussion included
purpose and contents; water supply reliability analysis; annual water supply and demand
assessment procedures; WSCP stages; communications protocol; compliance and enforcement;
and monitoring and WSCP refinement.
Mayor Nakanishi opened the public hearing for public comment.
There being no public comments, Mayor Nakanishi closed the public hearing.
Mayor Pro Tempore Chandler made a motion, second by Council Member Khan, to adopt
Resolution No. 2021-222 adopting the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan update.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: None
Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
Deputy City Manager Andrew Keys provided a presentation regarding the amendment to the
contract with the Board of Administration of California Public Employees' Retirement System
(PERS). Deputy City Manager Keys explained that there is no financial impact to the City or to
the pay of affected employees. This action will allow employees to take credit for the contribution
they make on the City's behalf.
Council Member Kuehne made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to adopt Resolution
No. 2021-223 of Intention approving amendment to contract between the Board of Administration
of California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) and the City of Lodi and to introduce
G-3 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting Resolution Adopting 2020 Water Shortage
Contingency Plan Update (PW)
H. Regular Calendar
H-1 Adopt Resolution of Intention Approving Amendment to Contract Between Board of
Administration of California Public Employees’ Retirement System (PERS) and City of Lodi
and Introduce Ordinance Amending Contract Between PERS and City of Lodi with Regard
to Providing Government Code Section 20516 (Employees Sharing Additional Cost) of 9
Percent for Local Police Members in Unrepresented Police Executive Management Group
and 3 Percent for Local Fire Members in Unrepresented Fire Executive Management
Group (HR)
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Ordinance No. 1983 amending the contract between PERS and the City of Lodi with regard to
providing Government Code Section 20516 (Employees Sharing Additional Cost) of 9 percent for
local Police members in the unrepresented Police Executive Management Group and 3 percent
for local Fire members in the unrepresented Fire Executive Management Group.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: None
Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
This item was pulled from the agenda at the request of staff.
City Clerk Jennifer Cusmir introduced the item. Council Member Khan spoke about the
qualifications of his proposed appointee, Waqas Dad.
Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Khan, to appoint Waqas Dad
to the Measure L Citizens' Oversight Committee.
VOTE:
The above motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Khan, Council Member Kuehne, Mayor Pro
Tempore Chandler, and Mayor Nakanishi
Noes: None
Absent: None
ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).
There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned
at 8:18 p.m.
H-2 Receive Presentation on Lodi Access Center and Adopt Resolution Authorizing City
Manager to Enter into Purchase Agreement in a Form Acceptable to City Attorney to
Purchase Real Property from Lague Family, LLC, a California Limited Liability Company,
Property Owner, of 710 North Sacramento Street to Develop Lodi Access Center
($2,100,000) and Accept and Appropriate $2,800,000 from San Joaquin County (CD)
H-3 Appointment to Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee (CLK)
I. Ordinances –None
J.Adjournment
ATTEST:
Jennifer Cusmir
City Clerk
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