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Thu, Nov 16, 2023 · 9:00 AMFinal

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Meeting name: City Council
Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: Thu, Nov 16, 2023 · 9:00 AM
Minutes status: Final
Location: Council Chambers (In Person and/or Electronic) Regular Meeting
Published minutes: Minutes
eComment: Not available
Meeting video: Not available

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Agenda 80

- The above minutes were approved by unanimous vote of the City Council during the December 7, 2023, regular meeting.
- APPROVAL OF THE CONSENT CALENDAROn motion of Councilmember Chavez, seconded by Councilmember Esparza, the CONSENT CALENDAR was hereby adopted by the following vote:
  VoteAye 5Absent 2
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAbsent
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
- The City Council met in regular session in the Council Chamber, City Hall, on the date and time above written.
- THE FRESNO CITY COUNCIL WELCOMES YOU TO CITY COUNCIL CHAMBER, LOCATED IN CITY HALL, 2ND FLOOR, 2600 FRESNO STREET, FRESNO, CALIFORNIA 93721.
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- 9:10 A.M. ROLL CALL
- Invocation by Reverend Jose Sanchez from St. Anthony Mary Claret Church.
- Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
- APPROVE AGENDAOn motion of Councilmember Karbassi, seconded by Vice President Perea, the above agenda was ADOPTED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  VoteAye 7
  - Annalisa PereaAye
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAye
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  ADOPTED AS AMENDED
- 23-1577Proclamation for “School Psychology Month”
  Documents 1
  Proclamation School Psychology Month 2023_
  PRESENTED
- 23-1646Celebrating Department of Public Works Transportation Awards
  PRESENTED
- 23-1605Fresno Animal Center presents “Pet of the Month”
  PRESENTED
- PLEASE NOTE: UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION IS NOT SCHEDULED FOR A SPECIFIC TIME AND MAY BE HEARD ANY TIME DURING THE MEETING
- 23-1722Public Comment
  Documents 1
  Public Comment Recieved 11-16-2023
- 1.-A.
  23-1637Approval of Minutes for November 2, 2023, Regular Meeting, and November 2, 2023, Special Meeting
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  Draft Minutes November 2, 2023, Regular MeetingDraft Minutes for November 2, 2023, special session
  ADOPTED
- 1.-B.
  23-1576RESOLUTION - amending certain designated positions which shall be subject to the conflict of interest code and defining categories of disclosures for such positions
  TABLED
  Documents 2
  Exhibit A - Designated Positions RedlineExhibit B - Resolution with Clean Designated Positions
  TABLED
- 1.-C.
  23-1641Approve the appointments of Fire Battalion Chief Lawrence French to the Fire and Police Retirement Board for a term that is continuous, Paul-Albert Marquez to the Active Transportation Advisory Committee for a term ending November 16, 2026, and Sarah Johnston to the Historic Preservation Commission for a term ending June 30, 2027.
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  French Appointment FormMarquez Appointment PacketJohnston Appointment Packet
  ADOPTED
- 1.-D.
  23-1674***RESOLUTION - Authorizing and directing acceptance of state funding to the City of Fresno and execution of implementing documents regarding the Downtown Fresno Infrastructure Plan (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 1
  23-1674 Resolution
  ADOPTED
- 1.-E.
  23-1317Approve a consultant services agreement with Magellan Advisors for project design engineering for Last Mile broadband deployment in an amount not to exceed $496,874 (RFQ No. 12303131).
  On motion of Councilmember Karbassi, seconded by Councilmember Bredefeld, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 3
  Consultant Services AgreementCommittee Evaluation ReportMap of High-Density Unserved Housing Units
  VoteAye 5Absent 2
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAbsent
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  APPROVED
- 1.-F.
  23-1575Actions pertaining to the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant (LIIIG) Program: 1. Authorize the City Manager to accept the $380,650 in grant funding for the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant Program from the State of California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development. 2. Authorize the City Manager to execute all related documents for the acceptance, and administration of the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant Program. 3. Authorize the City Manager to execute a service agreement between the City of Fresno and the Central Valley Immigrant Integration Collaborative regarding the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant Program. 4. ***RESOLUTION - Adopt 26th Amendment to the Annual Appropriation Resolution (AAR) No. 2023-185 appropriating $194,900 in fiscal year 2024 for the Local Immigrant Integration and Inclusion Grant Program from the State of California Governor’s Office of Business and Economic Development (Requires Five Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  23-1575 Grant Award Letter.pdf23-1575 Service Agreement with CVIIC23-1575 26th Annual Appropriation Resolution No. 2023-185
  ADOPTED
- 1.-G.
  23-1583Award a requirements contract for municipal fleet motor oils and lubricants to Van De Pol Petroleum of Fresno, California for three years, with three optional one-year extensions, for an amount not-to-exceed $134,408 per year plus annual CPI adjustments (Bid File 12400150).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 1
  Bid Evaluation
  ADOPTED
- 1.-H.
  23-1606Approve the award of a cooperative purchase agreement to PB Loader Corporation of Fresno, California, for the purchase of two Model L-250-CT PB Loaders in the amount of $748,158 for the Department of Public Works.
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 8
  Stock Manufacturer PicturePB Loader Contract#080521-PBLOriginal RFPProof of PublicationProposal Opening RecordProposal EvaluationComment and ReviewBoard Resolutions
  ADOPTED
- 1.-I.
  23-1638Actions pertaining to a lease agreement between the City of Fresno and 747 R Street, LLC, a California limited liability company, for the lease of office space located at 747 R Street (Council District 3): 1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption per staff determination, pursuant to Section 15301/Class 1 (Existing Facilities) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines 2. Approve a seven-year lease agreement between the City of Fresno and 747 R Street, LLC, a California limited liability company with three optional one-year extensions in the amount of $800,301.60 annually, with annual increases of 3%, plus the proportionate CAM (Common Area Maintenance) charges at $297,890.04 annually
  TABLED
  TABLED
- 1.-J.
  23-1642RESOLUTION - Adopting the Measure P Expanded Access to Arts and Culture Grant guidelines.
  On motion of Council President Maxwell, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 5
  ResolutionProject Specific Grant GuidelinesGeneral Operating Support Grant Guidelines1-J ID 23-1642 Public Comment Supplement1-J ID 23-1642 Supplement Packet
  VoteAye 6Absent 1
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAye
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  ADOPTED AS AMENDED
- 1.-K.
  23-1629***RESOLUTION: Adopt the Seventh Amendment to Fiscal Year 2024 Salary Resolution No. 2023-183, amending Exhibit 14, Unit 14, Management Classes (CFMEA) by adding the new classification and providing a monthly salary step plan range for Animal Behaviorist, effective November 20, 2023 (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  Resolution - Seventh Amendment to FY24 Salary Resolution No. 2023-183Salary Tables - Seventh Amendment to FY23 Salary Resolution No. 2023-183_RedlineSalary Tables - Seventh Amendment to FY23 Salary Resolution No. 2023-183_Clean
  ADOPTED
- 1.-L.
  23-1623Actions pertaining to the HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Community Housing Development Organization, Agreement with Habitat for Humanity Fresno County, Inc. 1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Section 15303/Class 3 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. 2. Approve a $253,673.00 HOME Investment Partnerships Program, Community Housing Development Organization Agreement with Habitat for Humanity Fresno County, Inc., for the construction of a single-family house at 64 E. Atchison Street in southwest Fresno (Council District 3).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  Exhibit A - CEQAExhbit B - HOME CHDO AgreementExhibit C - Project Location Maps
  ADOPTED
- 1.-M.
  23-1578Actions pertaining to funding provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Community Development Office of Community Planning and Development (HUD CPD): 1. ***RESOLUTION - Adopting Substantial Amendment 2023-02 to the Fiscal Year (FY) 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan and authorizing submission to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to reprogram $2,580,129.32 in Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds; and authorizing the City Manager or designee to sign all implementing documents as approved to form by the City Attorney (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  23-1578 Resolution - Substantial Amendment 2023-021- M ID 23-1578 Public Comment Supplement_Redacted
  ADOPTED
- 1.-N.
  23-1612Approve the First Amendment to the service contract with Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc., to increase the contract amount by not to exceed $518,400 to cover the expenses incurred and projected through FY 2024 (Bid File 9616)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  First Amended Bode Cellmark Forensics, Inc. Service ContractBode Fresno Service Contract 9616, FE
  ADOPTED
- 1.-O.
  23-1597Approve the Third Amendment to the Professional Architectural Service Agreement with O’Dell Engineering Inc., of Fresno, CA, in the amount of $140,500, increasing the total contract amount to $610,400, with a remaining contingency of $3,500, for professional engineering services to provide design and construction support services for the development of accessibility improvement plans for the Play Structure Improvements Project (Council Districts 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 ,7).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 4
  Vicinity MapLocation MapOriginal AgreementConsultant Amendment No. 3
  ADOPTED
- 1.-P.
  23-1609Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Architectural Services Agreement with Temple-Andersen-Moore Architects, LLP, in the amount of $60,000, increasing the total contract amount to $187,880, with a remaining contingency of $10,000, due to increased scope of services for the Paul “Cap” Caprioglio Community Center Remodel Project (Council District 4)
  On motion of Council President Maxwell, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be APPROVED AS AMENDED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 4
  Original AgreementConsultant Amendment No. 1Vicinity MapLocation Map
  VoteAye 5Absent 2
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAbsent
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  APPROVED AS AMENDED
- 1.-Q.
  23-1602Approve the First Amendment to the Professional Engineering Services Agreement with Stearns, Conrad and Schmidt Consulting Engineers, of Long Beach, California to expand the scope of services for the design of the Renewable Natural Gas Diversion into Natural Gas Pipeline Project, increasing the total contract amount by $137,356.58, for a total increased contract amount of $360,115.22, with a remaining contingency of $20,000.00, and extend the agreement term from December 30, 2023 to December 31, 2026 (Council District 3 and unincorporated Fresno County).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 4
  First Amendment to the AgreementVicinity MapLocation MapOriginal Consultant Services Agreement
  ADOPTED
- 1.-R.
  23-1585Approve Contract Change Order No. 3 with American Paving Company, to increase Contract Time by thirty-five (35) working days, for the Barstow Avenue Class IV Bikeway Project - Project ID PW00972 (Council District 4).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  Contract Change Order No. 3Vicinity Map
  ADOPTED
- 1.-S.
  23-1468Approve an agreement for Professional Engineering Services with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. for $180,913, with an $18,000 contingency, for Preliminary Engineering services for the Shields Avenue and Van Ness Boulevard Section 130 Railroad Grade Crossing Improvements Project (Council Districts 1 and 7).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  Consultant AgreementVicinity Map
  ADOPTED
- 1.-T.
  23-1541Approve an agreement for professional engineering services with BKF Engineers, Inc. of Walnut Creek, CA for $140,465, with a $17,000 contingency, for design and construction support services for the Herndon Avenue Overlay Project from Valentine Avenue to Marks Avenue (District 2).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  Consultant AgreementVicinity Map
  ADOPTED
- 1.-U.
  23-1610Actions pertaining to the Southwest Green Trail Replacing Cast-In-Place Pipe with Pre-Cast Project (Bid File No. 12400534) (Council District 3): 1. Adopt an Addendum to the previously adopted Mitigated Negative Declaration, Doc. No. E202010000079, dated February 2020, in accordance with Section 15164 of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines 2. Award a construction contract in the amount of $369,450 to West Valley Construction Company, Inc. of Fresno, California
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 5
  Addendum to IS MNDBid EvaluationFiscal Impact StatementStandardized ContractVicinity Map
  ADOPTED
- 1.-V.
  23-1611Approve the Second Amendment to the Consultant Services Agreement with Sherwood Design Engineers, Inc. of Santa Cruz, California, in the amount of $62,217, for a total increased contract amount of $215,341, with a remaining contingency of $1,799, for professional engineering services for the Southwest Fresno Trail Project (Council District 3).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  Second Amendment to AgreementVicinity MapOriginal Agreement
  ADOPTED
- 1.-W.
  23-1557Approve a consultant services agreement with Black & Veatch Corporation, for design of Dewatering Cake Pump Improvements at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility for an amount not to exceed $637,686 (Bid File 12400070) (Citywide)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  23-1557 Consultant Services Agreement.pdf23-1557 Vicinity Map.pdf
  ADOPTED
- 1.-X.
  23-1618Actions pertaining to the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility raw sewage pump repair (Council District 3): 1. Adopt a finding of Categorical Exemption pursuant to Class 1, set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15301(b)&(d) (Existing Facilities). 2. *** RESOLUTION - Declare an urgent necessity exemption under the Fresno Charter, Procurement and Competitive Bidding Section 1208(A)(5)(V) for the repair, installation, and commissioning of a rebuilt raw sewage pump at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility by JM Squared Associates, Inc., in an amount not to exceed $229,517. (Subject to Mayor’s Veto) (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes) 3. Award a product and service agreement to JM Squared Associates, Inc., in the amount of $229,517, to repair, install, and commission a rebuilt raw sewage pump at the Fresno-Clovis Regional Wastewater Reclamation Facility.
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 5
  23-1618 Notice of Exemption.pdf23-1618 Environmental Assessment.pdf23-1618 Resolution.pdf23-1618 JM Squared Associates, Inc., Pump Repair Proposal.pdf23-1618 Product and Service Agreement.pdf
  ADOPTED
- 1.-Y.
  23-1625Actions pertaining to the First Amendment to the Service Agreement with Kochergen Farms Composting, Inc., to comply with Senate Bill 1383 Short-Lived Climate Pollutants (citywide): 1. RESOLUTION - Adopt findings pursuant to California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Sections 15091 and 15093 as required for Responsible Agencies by California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15096 for Senate Bill 1383 Regulations Short-Lived Climate Pollutants: Organic Waste Methane Emission Reduction 2. Approve the First Amendment to the Service Agreement related to receiving and processing of organic waste with Kochergen Farms Composting, Incorporated
  On motion of Councilmember Chavez, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 3
  RESOLUTION - Adopting findings pursuant to CEQA - Kochergen Farms Composting Inc.First Amendment to Agreement - Kochergen Farms Composting IncService Agreement - Kochergen Farms Composting, Inc (Green Waste)
  VoteAye 5Absent 2
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAbsent
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  ADOPTED
- 1.-Z.
  23-1626Approve a First Amendment to a product requirements contract with Badger Meter, Incorporated, to increase monetary consideration, for the purchase of water meters, parts, and software technology, in the amount of $1,800,000 for a total contract amount of $7,800,000 (Bid File No. 9546) (Citywide)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  Attachment 1 - First Amendment to Agreement.pdfAttachment 2 - Badger Signed Requirements Contract 050120.pdfAttachment 3 - Sole Source Memo.pdf
  ADOPTED
- 1.-AA.
  23-1627***RESOLUTION - Amending Resolution 2023-075, declaring an urgent necessity for the preservation of life, health, property and authorizing the City Manager or designee, to enter into agreements without advertised competitive bidding for the emergency repair of the North Avenue sewer trunk main to increase the not to exceed cost from $3,200,000 to $4,200,000. (Requires 5 Affirmative Votes) (Subject to Mayor's Veto) (Council Districts 3, 5, and Fresno County)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 3
  Attachment 1 - Resolution.pdfAttachment 2 - Resolution 2023-075.pdfAttachment 3 - Vicinity Map.pdf
  ADOPTED
- 1.-BB.
  23-1604Actions pertaining to professional consulting services for the Active Transportation Plan Update (Citywide): 1. Approve a Professional Consultant Services Agreement with TJKM Transportation Consultants, in the amount not to exceed $398,000.
  On motion of Council President Maxwell, seconded by Councilmember Esparza, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 1
  Consultant Services Agreement - TJKM Transportation Consultants
  VoteAye 4Absent 3
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAbsent
  - Miguel Angel AriasAbsent
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  APPROVED AS AMENDED
- 1.-CC.
  23-1640***BILL B-34 - (Intro’d November 2, 2023) (For Adoption) Amending the uncodified ordinance to adopt changes and additions to the official list of designated special speed zones for various streets within the City of Fresno pursuant to Section 14-1501 of the Fresno Municipal Code (Citywide) (Subject to Mayor’s Veto).
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 2
  23-1640 Amended Ordinance23-1640 Proposed Speed Limit Changes & Additions - 2023
  ADOPTED
- 1.-DD.
  23-1645***Resolution - Directing the City Manager or Designee to Notify the Council of Any Delays to Existing Citywide and District Projects Caused by New Public Works or Capital Projects, Acceptance of Grant Funds or the Reprograming of Funds (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  TABLED
  Documents 1
  1-O ID 23-1607 Supplement Packet
  TABLED
- 1.-EE.
  23-1661***Resolution - Amending the Powers and Duties of the City of Fresno Women’s Commission (Subject to Mayor’s Veto)
  APPROVED ON CONSENT CALENDAR
  Documents 1
  Resolution to Expand the Duties of the Women's Commission 110723
  ADOPTED
- 10:05 A.M. (CONTINUED TO DECEMBER 14, 2023, AT 10:05 AM)
- 23-1639HEARING for Consideration of Text Amendment Application No. P23-01018 and related Environmental Finding for Environmental Assessment No. P23-01018, amending Section 15-2009 of the Fresno Municipal Code, relating to Zone Districts where razor wire fencing is permitted. 1. ADOPTION of a finding set forth in Environmental Assessment No. P23-01018, that Text Amendment Application No. P23-01018 is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303/Class 3. 2. BILL (for introduction) amending Chapter 15 of the Fresno Municipal Code Section 15-2009, relating to the Zone Districts where razor wire fencing is permitted.
  TABLED
  TABLED
- 10:10 A.M.
- 23-1522Consideration of an appeal filed regarding Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-00244 and related Environmental Assessment for property located at 3045 West Bullard Avenue on the southwest corner of West Bullard and North Marks Avenues (Council District 2). 1. ADOPT Environmental Assessment No. P23-00244, dated July 1, 2023, a determination that the proposed project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) through a Section 15301/Class 1 Categorical Exemption. 2. DENY the appeal and UPHOLD the action of the Planning Commission to approve Conditional Use Permit Application No. P23-00244 authorizing the extension of the hours of operation for an existing restaurant with alcohol sales with a State of California Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) Type 47 alcohol license (On-Sale General - Eating Place), subject to the Conditions of Approval dated October 4, 2023, as amended by the Planning Commission.
  On motion of Councilmember Karbassi, seconded by Councilmember Bredefeld, that the above Action Item be APPROVED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 17
  Exhibit A - Vicinity MapExhibit B - Aerial PhotographExhibit C - Zoning MapExhibit D - Project Information TablesExhibit E - Noticing Map.pdfExhibit F - Owner's Letter of AuthorizationExhibit G - Operational StatementExhibit H - Exhibits (Site Plan, Elevation Photos, Floor Plans)Exhibit I - Appeal Letter from CUPExhibit J - Department & Agency CommentsExhibit K - Fresno Municipal Code FindingsExhibit L - Environmental Assessment [07-01-2023]Exhibit M - Revised Conditions of Approval amended by the Planning Commission [10-4-2023]Exhibit N - Public CommentsExhibit O - Planning Commission Resolution No. 13814Exhibit P - Appeal Letter from Planning Commission [10-11-2023]Exhibit Q - PowerPoint Presentation
  VoteAye 6Absent 1
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAye
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  APPROVED
- 3:00 P.M.
- 23-1508Actions pertaining to Harmony Communities’ (Harmony or Owner) proposed closure of La Hacienda Mobile Estates: 1. HEARING to consider sufficiency of Conversion Impact Report and Relocation Plan. 2. RESOLUTION - Rejecting the Conversion Impact Report and Relocation Plan for the Proposed Closure of La Hacienda Mobile Estates Under Government Code 65863.7.
  On motion of Councilmember Bredefeld, seconded by Councilmember Karbassi, that the above Action Item be ADOPTED. The motion carried by the following vote:
  Documents 7
  1 Conversion Impact Report2 Conversion Impact Report Appraisal Addendum3 Request for Hearing CRLA4 Request for Hearing La Hacienda Mobile Estates LLC5 Report in Opposition to CIR6 Notice of Public Hearing dated October 17 20233 00 PM ID 23-1508 Supplement Packet
  VoteAye 6Absent 1
  - Annalisa PereaAbsent
  - Garry BredefeldAye
  - Luis ChavezAye
  - Miguel Angel AriasAye
  - Mike KarbassiAye
  - Nelson EsparzaAye
  - Tyler MaxwellAye
  ADOPTED

Agenda summary

6Sections

66Items

General21
CEREMONIAL PRESENTATIONS3
UNSCHEDULED COMMUNICATION2
CONSENT CALENDAR31
SCHEDULED COUNCIL HEARINGS AND MATTERS6
CLOSED SESSION3

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Accommodations & language access
Under California SB 707, agendas and participation instructions are published in every applicable language for the meeting, and free interpretation is provided at the meeting on request. Applicable languages currently include Spanish, Hmong, and Punjabi. Real-time captions are available in English and Spanish during the meeting through Wordly, and American Sign Language (ASL) interpretation is provided live on the Zoom feed. For CART captioning, interpretation in another language, or other disability accommodations, contact the City Clerk at least three business days before the meeting.

Request an accommodation

Meeting disruption policy

Meetings are conducted so everyone — in the room and watching or calling in remotely — can take part. A person who disrupts a meeting in person may be removed after a warning. Under California SB 707, if a service disruption within the City’s control cuts off the public’s ability to participate remotely, the body takes no further action on agenda items and recesses for at least one hour while staff make a good-faith effort to restore access; the meeting resumes only once remote access is back.

Read the meeting-access & disruption policy

Rules of Procedure

The 27 rules governing how City Council meetings are conducted — agendas, voting, public comment, hearings, and decorum.