HomeMy WebLinkAboutMin 05-17-06 CITY OF UKIAH
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
Regular Meeting
CIVIC CENTER COUNCIL CHAMBERS
300 Seminary Avenue
Ukiah, CA 95482
May 17, 2006
6:00 p.m.
The Ukiah City Council met at a Regular Meeting on May 17, 2006, the notice for which had been legally
noticed and posted, on May 12, 2006 in the Civic Center Council Chambers. 300 Seminary Avenue, Ukiah,
California. Roll was taken and the following Councilmembers were present: Vice-Mayor Baldwin,
Councilmembers Crane, McCowen and Rodin. At 6:07, Mayor Ashiku arrived. Staff Present: City Manager
Horsley, Building Director Stump and Deputy City Clerk Petersen.
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ROLL CALL 6:04:46 PM by Vice Mayor Baldwin
Councilmembers Present: Vice Mayor Baldwin, Councilmember McCowen, Crane, Rodin
Staff Present: City Manager Horsley, City Attorney Rapport, Community Services Director
Sangiacomo, Planning Director Stump, Public Works Director Eriksen, Finance Director McCann,
Electrical Distribution Engineer Kirkley, Associate Planner Liston, Risk Manager Goodrick and Deputy
City Clerk Petersen
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PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Crane led the Pledge of Allegiance.
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PROCLAMATIONS/INTRODUCTIONS/PRESENTATIONS 6:04:52 PM
a. Presentation: Public Safety and Emergency Communication Needs Assessment - Captain
Chris Dewey stated that funding from a State Homeland Security Grant and approved by the
fiduciary committee (WMD Committee) in the amount of $30,000 has been set aside to study public
safety and emergency 9-1-1 capabilities. A consulting firm has been retained for the purpose of
completing a comprehensive needs assessment and will provide recommendations for future
regional public safety improvements to existing communications systems. The consulting firm is
conducting their site visits during the week of May 15th through May 17th, 2006.
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Introduction of New Employee - Ben Ka.qeyama, 6:06:12 PM
Director of Public Works, Tim Eriksen, introduced Ben Kageyama, a Senior Civil Engineer, citing
his educational and professional background.
Mayor Ashiku arrived at 6:07 PM
4. PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS - None
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APPROVAL OF MINUTES
a. Workshop with Low and Moderate Income Housinq Advisory Committee of April 19, 200~_
M/S McCowen/Rodin approving the Minutes of April 19, 2006 Low and Moderate Income Housing
Advisory Committee Workshop; carried by a unanimous voice vote.
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Joint Meetinq with the Planninq Commission of March 297 2006
M/S Rodin/McCowen approving the Minutes of March 29, 2006 Joint Meeting with the Planning
Commission; Councilmembers McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. ABSTAIN:
Councilmember Crane
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Re_~ular City Council Meetinq of March 17 2006
M/S Rodin/McCowen approving the Minutes of March 1, 2006 regular meeting; carried by a
unanimous vote.
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RIGHT TO APPEAL DECISION
Persons who are dissatisfied with a decision of the City Council may have the right to a review of that
decision by a court. The City has adopted Section 1094.6 of the California Code of Civil Procedure,
which generally limits to ninety days (90) the time within which the decision of the City Boards and
Agencies may be judicially challenged.
CONSENT CALENDAR 6:11:54 PM
The following items listed are considered routine and will be enacted by a single motion and roll call
vote by the City Council. Items may be removed from the Consent Calendar upon request of a
Councilmember or a citizen in which event the item will be considered at the completion of all other
items on the agenda. The motion by the City Council on the Consent Calendar will approve and make
findings in accordance with Administrative Staff and/or Planning Commission recommendations.
a. Report of Disbursements for Month of April 2006
b. Amendment of Total Purchase Price of Model 2350 Electric Meter Test Board to Watthour
Engineering Company, Inc. Authorized by Council 4/19/06 from $32,247.25 to $35,217.25
c. Adoption of an Ordinance Rezoning Assessor Parcel Numbers 003-050-29, 66, 85 and (N05-34)
d. Award of Bid for the Purchase of Concession Equipment Damaged During the New Year's
Flood at the Ukiah Sports Complex from Superior Outlet Center (dba As The Next Day Gourmet) in
the Amount of $18,582.03
e. Adoption of Resolution Approving Housing Corporation Major Subdivision Map No. 05-17
f. Receive and File Report of Investment Oversight Committee Approval and Subsequent Execution of
Bond Proceeds Investment
g. Authorize Mayor To Sign Form And Letter of Support For AB 2840 Related to Californians Against
Higher Auto Insurance Rates - Council Member McCowen
h. Award of Bid to Wesco for the Purchase of an ABB 1500kva 277/480v Three Phase Transformer for
the City's Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvement Project in the Amount Of $21,368.98
Councilmember Baldwin requested to move Consent Calendar Item G. to the end of the agenda for
further discussion. Item G moved to New Business 11.h.
Councilmember McCowen stated it should be noted that an updated Memorandum from staff relating
to item 7.c.(Adoption of an Ordinance Rezoning Assessor Parcel Numbers 003-050-29, 66,85 and 86)
and 9.c. (Adoption of resolutions Approving a Precise Development Plan for a Townhouse Planned
Development Project and a Tentative Subdivision Map to Divide the Subject Properties into 27 lots)
corrects the numbering of conditions and adds condition #26 to reflect the previous action of the City
Council to require a stop sign at Apple and Cherry.
M/S Rodin/Baldwin to approve the Consent Calendar moving Item g. to New Business Item h.
Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin,
Baldwin, and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None. ABSENT: None. ABSTAIN: None.
AUDIENCE COMMENTS ON NON-AGENDA ITEMS 6:i3:44 PM
The City Council welcomes input from the audience. If there is a matter of business on the agenda that
you are interested in, you may address the Council when this matter is considered. If you wish to
speak on a matter that is not on this agenda, you may do so at this time. In order for everyone to be
heard, please limit your comments to three (3) minutes per person and not more than ten (10) minutes
per subject. The Brown Act regulations do not allow action to be taken on audience comments in which
the subject is not listed on the agenda.
PUBLIC HEARINGS (6:15 PM) 6:14:58 PM
a. Minor Subdivision Exception 05-49: Gadea; 733 South Oak Street - continued to June 7, 2006
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Ar)r~roval of Application to Demolish Two Structures Over 50-Years Old Located at 528 North
State Street.
Director Stump stated a residence sharing this property burned last year; two additional
residences at this site are in very poor condition. The property owner is preparing to demolish the
buildings and due to their age being over 50 years old, it does take City Council action to make a
finding that they do not have historical or architectural significance. The Demolition Permit Review
Committee met, discussed the matter and determined that the structures did not have any historical
or architectural significance and recommended the Council approve issuance of a Demolition
Permit.
M/S McCowen/Rodin to move approval of the recommended action to approve the Demolition
Permits for the two structures located at 528 North State Street based on the finding that the
structures do not have historical or architectural significance; carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku.. NOES: None;
ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
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Adoption of Resolutions Approving a Precise Development Plan for a Townhouse Planned
Development Project and a Tentative subdivision Map to Divide the Subject Properties into
27 Lots 6:! 6:.56
Associate Planner Lohse stated that Council reviewed both the Precise Development Plan and
Tentative Map when Council approved the introduction of the Ordinance to rezone the property to
allow for the planned development. The development will be divided into twenty-seven lots
including twenty-four townhouse lots. Two resolutions are before the Council for consideration:
Resolution establishing the Menton-Rocha Townhouse Planned Development and a Resolution
adopting the tentative subdivision map.
M/S Rodin/Baldwin move to approve the Mitigated Negative Declaration carried by the following
roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku.
NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
M/S Rodin/Baldwin move to approve the Resolution establishing the Menton-Rocha Townhouse
Planned Development; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane,
McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
M/S Rodin/McCowen move to approve the Resolution approving the Tentative Subdivision Map;
carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin
and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
UNFINISHED BUSINESS 6:10:24 P~l
Mayor Ashiku asked to have Agenda Items 10.e - Goals: Community Services, Airport, Water/Sewer,
and Item 11 c. Review and Prioritization of Planning projects to another meeting in order to cover the
Agenda items in a timely manner.
Councilmember Rodin recommended moving Agenda Item 11.d (discussion of Possible Options In
response to sewer rates on Low Income Residents, Senior Citizens and Non-Profit Organization as the
first item under New Business. Councilmember's concurred with the recommendations.
a. Continued Discussion and Consideration of an Ordinance Regarding Campaign Reform -
Baldwin, Rodin (Continued from 5/3/06) 6:?.] :.50 PM
Councilmember Rodin reiterated ten items the Council had previously reached agreement on:
· $100 contributiOn limit unless the candidate is a Fair Campaign Candidate in which case the
limit is $250
· Same limits apply to independent committees
· Same limits apply to in-kind contributions (may want to revisit)
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· Election cycle begins one year before the election
· Election cycle Ends sixty days after election
· Third filing due Tuesday before election
· All contributions after the third filing date, must be reported within 24 hours
· Loans, other than those from the candidate shall be considered to be regular contributions If
a candidate agrees to accept the Voluntary Spending limits, they receive the following::
1. 500-word statement and a photograph placed on the City's web site;
2. Mention in a City press release that they're a Fair Campaign Candidate
3. The right to use the term "Fair Campaign Candidate" in campaign literature,
advertisements, etc.
4. Contribution limits are increased to $250.
5. Candidates can carry over funds from a previous campaign
Further discussion continued regarding Campaign Contribution and Spending Disclosure;
Disclosure on Mass Mailings, Print and Radio Advertisements, Telemarketing/Polls and
Enforcement and Penalties.
PUBLIC COMMENT OPEN: 7:02:55 PM
Speaking in favor of Campaign Reform, holding the candidate accountable for any illegal campaign
actions and encouraging the City Council to move forward with the process:
Steve Scalmanini; Benj Thomas, Ron Epstein, Scott Cratty
Public speaking in opposition of Campaign Reform - None
PUBLIC COMMENT CLOSED .7:!7:01 PM
There being several items not receiving support by three of the Councilmembers, it was agreed to
continue this matter to a Special Meeting scheduled for May 31, 2006, 6:00 PM, City Council
Chambers. Councilmember Rodin to provide hard copies of local ordinances adopted by cities in
Sonoma County to all Councilmembers, as requested by Councilmember McCowen.
Councilmember Rodin left the Council Chambers at 7:36:47 PM
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Receive Status Report Concerning Si.qn Ordinance Enforcement Activitie~ 7:37:07 PM
Director Stump reported on the status of enforcing the City of Ukiah's Sign Ordinance stating
the primary focus at this time is the banners and will take note to begin enforcement of the A-
frame signs as well. The Code Compliance Officer is to provide contact dates an owner and
include that information on his log. Council wishes to see significant progress before moving
forward with the new Ordinance.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Lisa Mammina encouraged the Code Compliance Officer to look into the abandoned sign
situation.
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Review of Proposals and Creation of Panel to Interview Consultinq Firms for the
Downtown/Perkins Street Community Visioning and Form Based Zoninq Project
7:44:01 PM
Councilmembers Crane and Rodin recused themselves due to a Conflict of interest, leaving
the Chambers at 7:45 pm. Director Stump stated three proposals have been received for this
project. Staff recommends forming a panel or committee to interview all three firms. The panel
or committee would include a member from the Planning Commission, Design Review Board,
Council member and Planning Department staff. Councilmember McCowen stated he felt the
Chamber of Commerce or Main Street Program, Smart Growth Coalition and the North Coast
Builder's Exchange should be contacted. Councilmember Baldwin supports representatives
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from Chamber of Commerce or Main Street Program, and the Smart Growth Coalition as
members of the Panel as long as they reside within the City limits. With broad citizen
representation, Councilmember McCowen stated a Councilmember would not be needed on the
panel. Director Stump was directed to move forward with contacting the above-identified
organizations and proceed as he deems appropriate, based on the response received from the
organizations.
Councilmembers Crane and Rodin returned at 7:49 PM
d.
Introduction of the Ordinance Amending Section 2000 of the Ukiah City Code, Pertaininn
to Temporary Rules in City Parks, and Addinq a New Section 2000.2, Pertaininq to Rule~
for City Sponsored Concerts in the Park
Mayor Ashiku reviewed the changes which ban dogs or other animals from Todd Grove Park
during Sundays in the Park concert events; and, restricts any type of barbeque or cooking
device during the event other than at a picnic table or area designated for such use.
Director Sangiacomo stated that staff is recommending updating the language in the City Code
relating to creating temporary rules and regulations for City Parks. The current code requires
Council's confirmation of a temporary rule at its next regularly scheduled meeting, having the
potential to inundate Council with non-practicable issues. The new language would allow the
Director of Community Services, with approval by the City Manager, to implement temporary
rules when necessary for the proper administration of and the regulation of conduct in City
parks. The rules would be required to be posted and could not remain in force for a period of
more than four months within a single calendar year, without the approval of the City Council.
Discussion continued with councilmember McCowen suggesting broadening the term from "four
months" to "180 days." If a member of the public feels this is an unreasonable term, they could
approach the Council.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Lisa Mammina asked when Orchard Park is to be opened. City Manager Horsley stated that
the park is scheduled for a Grand Opening on June 24, 2006.
M/S McCowen/Rodin Move To Introduce the Ordinance by Title Only, amending to provide for a
temporary closure of 180 days; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None
M/S McCowen/Crane Move Introduction of the Ordinance; carried by the following roll call vote:
AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None;
ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
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Goals: Community Services (continued), Airport, Water/Sewer
Matter continued to May 31, 2006, 5:30 PM, with Campaign Reform immediately following.
Status of the Lake Mendocino Hydroelectric Power Plant Equipment Refurbishment
Ememency Uniform Cost Accountinq issues 7:58:48 PM
Elizabeth Kirkley, Electrical Distribution Engineer, requested Council consider maintaining
their declaration of an emergency status for the Lake Mendocino Hydroelectric Power Plant
equipment refurbishment project. Staff is requesting to move ahead with negotiating a contract
with a contractor, Source California. The Interim Public Utilities Director, Murray Grande is
presently negotiating terms with the Contractor.
City Attorney Rapport stated that a 4/5 vote is needed declaring the emergency condition
described at the April 19, 2006 meeting still exists, based on information provided within the
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staff report by Elizabeth Kirkley. Staff reports as to the status of the repairs should be
forthcoming to the Councilmembers at every meeting until the status report states the
emergency no longer exists.
Councilmember Baldwin questioned how staff responds to change orders. Elizabeth Kirkley
stated that the contract under negotiation is a '~time and materials" contract. Concern is that until
the generators are opened and inspected, it is unknown what the cost of repairs will be.
M/S Rodin/McCowen Move the recommended action to continue to declare the Lake
Mendocino Hydroelectric Power Plant Equipment Refurbishment Project an emergency and
continue to support its resolution and to procure contract services to perform the work through
open market negotiations, thereby minimizing the risk of additional, costly repairs that may
otherwise occur. AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor
Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
Councilmembers recess: 8:50:45 PM
Meeting Reconvened: 9:03:01 PM
NEW BUSINESS
a. Discussion and Tentative Approval of Memorandum of Understanding Among City of Ukiah,
Northcoast Railroad Authority (NCRA) and Mendocino Transit Authority (MTA)
City Attorney Rapport reported that the NCRA Board gave tentative approval of the Agreement
(Memorandum of Understanding) on May 10, 2006. At that time, neither the City of Ukiah nor the
Mendocino Transit Authority had made comment.
City Manager Horsley advised that the City would negotiate MTA's development on the site,
subject to NCRA's approval. Also, should the railroad operator find that they need the entire depot
for operations, NCRA would no longer be obligated to lease a portion of the Depot to MTA. Former
Mayor Jim Mastin, approached the Council stating that MTA will consider this matter at their June 8,
2006 meeting. It is their understanding that a lease of 50 to 99 years would be allowable. Mastin
additionally stated his concern that negotiations for the lease are between the City and MTA
however, NCRA's approval must be received, which could result in additional time. City Attorney
Rapport responded that there is nothing to obligate or prevent NCRA from participating in the
negotiations.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public speaking in favor of "light rail": Lisa Mammina
M/S McCower~Rodin to move approval of the recommended action of tentatively approving the
Memorandum of Understanding until such time as Mendocino Transit Authority Board of Directors
can provide additional comments; carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku.. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None
b. Discussion and Direction Regarding Agreement Amonq Parties Contributinq Funds Toward
Local Sponsor Share of the U.S. Army Corps of En.qineers Coyote Dam Feasibility Study
City Attorney Rapport distributed a DRAFT of the proposed Cost Sharing Agreement for
participants for Lake Mendocino Feasibility Study. The difference between this hand out and
documentation included within the agenda packet, is that this text is readable; page 5 of the new
agreement under item VI (document reflects "IV") previously had language written by Mr. Rapport
which has been stricken by the Flood District; and, the original Flood Control proposal terminology
has been reinserted. The flood control district approves of this Agreement with modifications and
Potter Valley approves, with the inclusion that, if a participant defaults in payment as required within
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the agreement and is no longer a participant, the participant forfeits previously paid payments.
City Attorney Rapport stated he had reviewed a letter distributed by the Employer's Council,
commenting on the Feasibility Study and addressing raising the pool in the dam as one of the three
priorities.
Councilmember Baldwin stated the Council should move forward with support of this study and
requested Councilmember Rodin take his position as a representative to the Inland Water and
Power Commission (IWPC), with Councilmember Baldwin as her alternate; discussion relative to
this matter to follow at a later time.
M/S Crane/McCowen Move to proceed and agree to fund the City's appropriate share as indicated
on page 2 of the Agreement to fund the first year of the Feasibility Study,
Motion amended to read: "implicit within this action is funding of the first year cost of the
Feasibility Study at $25,000 for 4 participants or $33,333 for 3 participants, our proportionate share,
per the Agreement".
Discussion: Councilmember McCowen stated he attended the District meeting where the topic
of paying to study the feasibility of dredging the dam was discussed. This matter is expected to be
addressed within the first year of the Feasibility Study and it is anticipated that there will be no
dredging of the dam. He additionally reported that Director Groth from Redwood Valley Water
District was in attendance at this meeting and stated he believed the District would be entering into
the Agreement.
City Attorney Rapport further clarified that participants in the Agreement will share in proportion to
the contribution for the Feasibility Study but leaves the details that will occur to a future Agreement
that has yet to be negotiated. The Agreement states no signatory to this agreement can share in
the benefits, if there is a feasible project, unless there is an agreement among all the participants
on how to do that.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
None
Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin,
Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
c. Review and Prioritization of Planninq Projects
Continued to May 31,2006, 5:30 PM, City Council Chambers
d. Discussion of Possibl® Options In Response to Sewer Rates on Low Income Residents,
Senior Citizens and Non-Profit Orqanizations
Risk Manager Sue Goodrick stated the November 2, 2005 Ordinance which put into place a five
year rate schedule to pay for the Waste Water Treatment Plan Facility Rehabilitation Project has
generated public response from Iow income and senior citizens. State statue does not allow using
water and sewer revenues to provide reduced rates for Iow and moderate income customers. Staff
has researched options for Council discussion..
Councilmember McCowen stated he believes this matter is part of larger discussion which
includes review of the rate structure and participation with the Sanitation District.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public comment opposing the current fee structure and/or requesting detailed breakdown of usage
from units to gallons: David Vilner, Judy Hatch, Janet Makray, Jean Harmon
Public comment supporting the current fee structure: None
Finance Director Mike McCann stated the first concern regarding the current fee structure was in
regard to paying commercial rates that may negatively affect the tenants living in a multi-resident
complex. Director McCann explained the formulas behind the sewer rate which was calculated on
January 2006 water usage, stating that the rates in affect are fair and reasonable for the majority of
the residents of the City of Ukiah. He stated there is a concern that some seniors may pay
disproportionately higher rates if they reside in mobile home parks with high water usage. Seniors
and others residing in single-family residences with Iow water usage may also pay higher rates per
unit than households with high water usage due to the monthly minimum charge that is imposed
regardless of usage. An outside consultant will need to be hired in order to adjust rates and any
changes must be neutrally reviewed. The City will need to review its software capabilities to
determine what adjustments can be made in the billing information.
Discussion ensued regarding concerns by the residents that could be addressed internally.
· Provide an informational flyer which provides the basics of understanding the utility bill;
include the average cost of a 4-person family to use as a comparison;
· Check for water pipes that are leaking;
· Contact the billing software supplier. Request "units" be converted to "gallons"
City Manager Horsley invited residents to come into City Hall and let the City's Customer Service
Department work out a draft scenario which will provide a cost comparison. Residents were
encouraged to do this before making the decision to spend funds for an individual meter.
Mayor Ashiku stated there is no direction by the City Council to staff at this time. Matter continued
to an undetermined date.
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Discussion and Direction Re.qardin.q Proposed Public Works and Enqineerin.q Department
Fees
Public Works Director Tim Eriksen stated that current fees cover approximately 75% to 85% of
the cost to the City. The goal is to obtain a 100% cost recover from the applicants so that these
costs are not borne by the citizen pool as a whole.
M/S Rodin/Baldwin Move the Recommended Action to approve the City of Ukiah Public Works
and Engineering Fee Schedule 2006, and direct Staff to prepare a Resolution establishing a City of
Ukiah Public Works and Engineer Fee Schedule 2006.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
Public speaking in favor of the increased fees: None
Public speaking in opposition of increased fees: Lisa Mammina
Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, Rodin,
Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
Set Dates for Fiscal Year 2006-07 Budget Hearinq_~
By unanimous consent, Budget Hearings are scheduled for Wednesday June 28, 2006 and
Thursday, June 29, 2006, beginning at 8:00 AM.
Councilmember Baldwin stated he may be absent due to a teaching commitment.
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g. Authorize City Mana.qer to Ne.qotiate and Siqn a Three-Year Audit Services Contract with
Davis Hammon & Co., CPA's
M/S Crane/Rodin to move the recommended action authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and
sign a three-year audit services contract with Davis Hammon & Co., CPA's for a total first year cost
of no more than $29,505. Motion carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers
Crane, McCowen, Rodin, Baldwin and Mayor Ashiku. NOES: None; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN:
None
CONSENT CALENDAR
(g) Authorize Mayor To Sign Form and Letter of Support For AB 2840 Related to Californians Against
Higher Auto Insurance Rates - Councilmember McCowen.
Councilmembers Baldwin and Rodin stated their individual concerns regarding this matter, citing
additional time and research is needed in order to make an informed decision. Lengthy discussion
ensued with Councilmember McCowen stating this is a time-sensitive matter and support of AB
2840 will keep things "status quo" until the specified study is completed.
M/S McCowen/Crane move the recommended action to Authorize the Mayor to sign the form and
letter of support for AB 2840 related to Californians against higher insurance rates. Motion
carried by the following roll call vote: AYES: Councilmembers Crane, McCowen, and Mayor
Ashiku. NOES: Rodin, Baldwin; ABSENT: None; ABSTAIN: None
COUNCIL REPORTS
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CITY MANAGEPJCITY CLERK REPORTS
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City Attorney Rapport announced he had attended a Spring City Conference leading a discussion on
possible amendments to the Fair Political Practice Commission regulations for small cities.
CLOSED SESSION URA
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ADJOURNMENT
There being no further business, the meeting adjourned at 9:54 PM.
By:
'G{'ail Petersen, Deputy City Clerk