Action Minutes City Council Regular Meeting Wednesday, December 18, 2019 at 7:00 p.m. Council Chamber – 525 Henrietta Street, Martinez, CA 94553
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Elected Officials City Staff on the Dais Mayor Rob Schroder Present Eric Figueroa, City Manager Vice Mayor Mark Ross Present Manjit Sappal, Police Chief Councilmember Lara DeLaney Present Veronica Nebb, Sr. Assistant City Attorney Councilmember Noralea Gipner Present Councilmember Debbie McKillop Present
Call to Order Mayor Schroder called the Regular Meeting to order at 7:00 p.m. Public Comment – Reserved for Items not on the Agenda Kristin Henderson mentioned 3 self-written e-books about historical Martinez on Amazon. Craig Lazeretti commented on negative effects of youth’s marijuana vaping use, citing various news articles, hoping reconsideration on Council decision. Rich Verrilli thanked City Council for hard work and service to the community. Presentations Annual City of Martinez Human Resources Update City Manager Eric Figueroa introduced Staff re-organization and steps to modernize and improve efficiency to establish the City as an attractive place to work. Human Resources (HR) Analyst Marta Goc started PowerPoint presentation with clarifications from City Manager Figueroa, covering several employee benefits and upcoming projects. Councilmember DeLaney applauded City Manager Figueroa on excellent organizational assessment and asked about low enrollment participation. HR Analyst Goc, City Manager Figueroa, Finance Director David Glasser answered due to tight timeline, new concept, and different periods of enrollment.
Consent Calendar Motion waiving reading of text of all Resolutions and Ordinances 1. Motion approving City Council Minutes dated June 5, 2019. 2. Motion approving the Check Reconciliation Registers dated December 5, 2019 3. Claim Rejections: Charlie Aziz, Donald Brown, Adam Solton Speakers: None Public None Comment:
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Closing None Comment: Motion to: Move approval of Items #1-3 Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Debbie McKillop Motion Rob Schroder Aye Noralea Gipner Aye passed Lara DeLaney Aye Debbie McKillop Aye 5-0 Mark Ross Aye *Councilmember Gipner pulled Items #4-7 for further discussion. 4. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute an amendment to the lease with the Martinez Yacht Club, after finding the matter exempt from CEQA under Section 15301. 5. Adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a fourth amendment to the lease with Eagle Marine, after finding the action exempt from CEQA under Section 15301. 6. Adopt a resolution authorizing the execution and delivery of a Lease Agreement to finance the purchase of a new street sweeper 7. Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager to sign and execute (1) Master Agreement with Caltrans for state-funded projects, and (2) Program Supplement for resurfacing of Berrellesa Street from Marina Vista Avenue to Jones Street. Speakers: On Items #4-5, Councilmember Gipner asked why there is a difference of rate increase between Martinez Yacht Club and Eagle Marine. Deputy Director of Admin Services, Michael Chandler explained that Eagle Marine had been negotiated several times before and the fixed rent reflected the increases, whereas the Yacht Club has an annual increase built in. City Manager Figueroa added these are one-year extensions due to upcoming Marina Master Plan may adjust assessments for both. Specifically on Item #5, Councilmember Gipner and Mayor Schroder asked if property maintenance of Eagle Marine could be improved. Deputy Director Chandler said that Staff will take care of that discussion. On Item #6, Councilmember Gipner asked about the computer system upgrade in Corp Yard, and City Manager Figueroa updated that project is on hold for now, due to the inefficiency of the implemented system. On Item #7, Councilmember Gipner asked about progress on a promise to add “Share Road” bicycle signs on Pacheco, Court, and Pine streets. City Manager Figueroa said that he will check with City Traffic Engineer, Lynne Filson on the progress and requirements. Mayor Schroder added that it is not yet budgeted, but City Manager Figueroa said it could be revisited. Councilmember Ross and Gipner clarified that the proper term for the bicycle road sign is “sharrow” and listed its many benefits to the City. Public None Comment: Closing None Comment:
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Motion to: Move approval of Item #4, Resolution 151-19; Item #5, Resolution 152-19; Item #6, Resolution 153-19; Item #7, Resolution 154-19 Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Noralea Gipner Motion Rob Schroder Aye Noralea Gipner Aye passed Lara DeLaney Aye Debbie McKillop Aye 5-0 Mark Ross Aye
General Business Items 8. Discuss and consider adopting a resolution: 1. Approving loan of $33,800 from the General Fund Unassigned Fund Balance to the Marina Fund; and 2. Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Contract with COWI Marine North America in an amount not to exceed $33,800 for infrastructure condition assessment. Speakers: City Manager Figueroa noted loan structure of contract, but did not expect return. Staff Report by Deputy Director Chandler. Mayor Schroder added anecdote from city visit with WETA Chair, regarding proposed Ferry service landing in Martinez. Councilmember Ross asked about assessment inspection and scope. Deputy Director Chandler clarified consultant’s scope of work. Councilmember DeLaney concerned about cost efficiency of consultant’s scope of work and questioned worth of services. Deputy Director Chandler detailed proposed breadth of assessments and expectations that there may be necessary additional services. City Manager Figueroa suggested possible actions of Council, specifically higher fund transfer amount to streamline any additional services necessary. Councilmembers and Staff all agreed to increase transfer amount to $75,000, citing saving overall time due to ease of administrative processing. Mayor Schroder inquired on ensuring telemetry station access by pier. Deputy Director Chandler recalled Council approval 5-6 years ago on access agreement and open communication with telemetry station. Public None Comment: Closing None Comment: Motion to: 1. Adopt Resolution 155-19, approving loan transfer increase up to $75,000. Motion by: Mark Ross Seconded By: Debbie McKillop Motion Rob Schroder Aye Noralea Gipner Aye passed Lara DeLaney Aye Debbie McKillop Aye 5-0 Mark Ross Aye Motion to: 2. Adopt Resolution 155-19, authorizing City Manager to execute contract. Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Noralea Gipner
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Motion Rob Schroder Aye Noralea Gipner Aye passed Lara DeLaney Aye Debbie McKillop Aye 5-0 Mark Ross Aye 9. Discuss, consider, and adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a License Agreement with the Pecos League of Professional Baseball Clubs LLC (“Pecos”) for the use of Field 3 and associated facilities at the Joe DiMaggio Ballfields at Waterfront Park for professional independent league baseball, and making findings pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) that no further environmental review is required relating thereto. Speakers: City Manager Figueroa recognized hard work put into Item by Deputy Director Chandler and Senior Management Analyst, Zach Seal. Staff Report and PowerPoint presentation by Deputy Director Chandler. Mayor Schroder recalled overall timeline of baseball discussions since departure of Martinez Clippers team. Public Kevin Reilly of Vallejo Admirals, in opposition of Item; due to preference of Comment: Martinez baseball team playing in Pacific Association (PA). Jonathan Stone, Pacific Association Commissioner, in opposition of Item; defending viability and professionalism of Pacific Association League. Mayor Schroder responded to Mr. Stone with preference to be in Pacific Association, but cited lack of ownership in agreement. Councilmember Gipner asked about salary wage of players between PA League and Pecos League, and Mr. Stone answered with details on both. Felix Sanchez, in opposition of Item, due to “Mackerel” team name and suggested alternative methods. Donna Beth Weilenman, in favor of Item, due to great local community atmosphere of baseball in Martinez. Closing Deputy Director Chandler addressed concerns from public comment, citing Comment: structural differences and ownership preference between leagues. City Manager Figueroa added explanations and benefits of economic development from baseball in Martinez. Councilmember DeLaney expressed concerns and in favor of baseball in Martinez, rather than none, but opposed to the “Mackerel” team name and suggested different examples. Councilmember Ross weighed the pros and cons, and preferred the recent availability of baseball in the City. Councilmember Gipner wanted assurance of housing for baseball players. Councilmember McKillop in favor of baseball now, than no baseball, but emphatically opposed to “Mackerel” team name. Councilmembers and Staff explored options and methods to choose name. Motion to: Adopt Resolution 156-19, authorizing City Manager to execute License Agreement with Pecos League Motion by: Lara DeLaney Seconded By: Noralea Gipner Motion Rob Schroder Aye Noralea Gipner Aye passed Lara DeLaney Aye Debbie McKillop Aye 5-0 Mark Ross Aye
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Public Hearing Items None
Chief of Police Comments/ None Updates City Manager Comments/ None Updates Appointments to Commissions and/or Agencies None City Council Subcommittee None Reports Comments/ Councilmember McKillop greeted Happy Holidays Updates Councilmember Gipner disliked abuse of Free Holiday Parking downtown; Mayor Schroder agreed. Councilmember Gipner added complaints of lack of decorating from businesses downtown. Councilmember Ross greeted Happy Holidays and provided feedback on Free Holiday Parking, and other Councilmembers discussed. Councilmember DeLaney mentioned Downtown Ad-Hoc Subcommittee, and curious when strategic planning will occur to discuss ADUs, Old Jail, Old Train Depot, and promoted Boys/Girls Club Holiday event. City Manager Figueroa clarified goal-setting session around March. Mayor recalled WETA meeting with Community & Economic Development Director, Christina Ratcliffe, and summarized various City events. Thanked Danny Chappa and Police Department for intervening during assault incident downtown, and greeted Happy Holidays. Adjournment Mayor Schroder adjourned the Regular Meeting at 9:04 p.m.
______Rob Schroder, Mayor
Edgar Villanueva Jr., Deputy City Clerk 02/19/20
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