city of red bluff

December 15, 2020 of 22

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City Council Minutes

Tuesday, December 15, 2020 6:00 p.m. Regular Meeting/Closed Session

Council Chambers, City Hall 555 Washington Street Red Bluff, CA 96080

Attendee Name Title Status Arrived

J.R. Gonzales Council Member Present 5:49 PM

Daniele Eyestone Mayor Pro Tem Present 5:45 PM

Kris Deiters Mayor Present 5:54 PM

Amanda Jenkins Council Member Present 5:51 PM

Clay Parker Council Member Present 5:51 PM

Johnna Jones Council Member Present 5:45 PM

STAFF PRESENT Rick Crabtree, City Manager/City Attorney Sandy Ryan, Finance Director Robin Kampmann, Public Works Director Scott Miller, Assistant Public Works Director Kyle Sander, Police Chief Ray Barber, Fire Chief Cassidy DeRego, City Clerk Donna Gordy, Treasurer Anita Rice, Deputy City Clerk Scott Garrison, HR Analyst ll Scott Friend, Community Development Director Karen Shafer, Parks and Rec. Supervisor

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

Mayor Eyestone led the Pledge of Allegiance for the assembly.

REPORTABLE CLOSED SESSION ITEM(S): Direction given to Staff 11/17/20.

Mayor Eyestone reported that a closed session was held on Tuesday, November 17, 2020, and direction was given to staff.



CITIZEN COMMENT

Dave Gowan, Red Bluff Chamber of Commerce, sent an e-mail stating that he was thankful they were able to host the Candidates Night. They had over 2000 views online. He thanked Councilmember Jenkins for all the work that she has done for the City of Red Bluff. He is looking forward to working with J.R. Gonzales as the newest City Councilmember. He is happy to have the opportunity to continue to work with Councilmember Parker and the other Councilmembers who continue to serve the community. $600,000.00 in COVID-19 funds were given to nearly 200 businesses within Tehama County. Red Bluff Dodge held a very successful drive-through breakfast and toy drive. The Drive-through parade had a great turnout from the community and a great showing from the Red Bluff Fire Department. They were able to give 200 gift arrangements to the elderly at many of the care facilities throughout Tehama County.

PROCLAMATIONS / PRESENTATIONS

1. Proclamation - Acknowledge Amanda Jenkin's Service to the City of Red Bluff

Mayor Eyestone presented and read the proclamation for Councilmember Jenkins. Councilmember Parker thanked Councilmember Jenkins for all her hard work these last four years. He has always appreciated her perspective. She always thought about the employees and the community when she was making decisions. He felt that out of all the Councilmembers they were the most aligned during these last four years and he will miss working with her. Councilmember Jenkins thanked everyone for a great four years. She stated that it has been a pleasure to serve the community. Rick Crabtree, City Manager, thanked Councilmember Jenkins for her contributions over the last four years. J.R. Gonzalez, Elected Councilmember, stated that he will have incredible shoes to fill. He wished her luck in her future endeavors. Councilmember Jenkins stated that she is happy to be turning her seat over to Mr. Gonzales and she wished him luck serving on the City Council.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Clay Parker, Council Member

SECONDER: Johnna Jones, Council Member

AYES: Eyestone, Deiters, Jenkins, Parker, Jones

CONSENT AGENDA / APPROVAL OF DRAFT MINUTES




MOVER: Johnna Jones, Council Member

SECONDER: Kris Deiters, Mayor


2. City Council - Regular Meeting/Closed Session/Limited Attendance - Nov 17, 2020 6:00 PM

3. Approval of Warrant List

ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT

4. Open Market Purchases of $1,000 or More & Contract Awards

Mayor Eyestone asked if the last item listed the "Beverage Container City/County Payment Program Management FY 2019/2020" is reimbursable? Sandy Ryan, Finance Director, confirmed that yes, it is reimbursable. Money is received from the State of California and they forward that to Tehama County Solid Waste Management after they give the report. Mayor Eyestone also wanted to remind everyone that the group from the Red Bluff High School Friday Night Live donated the money for the park signs; therefore, the City will be refunded for the money they spent on those signs. She also wanted everyone to be aware of how much money the City of Red Bluff is spending for the Public Works Director and the Community Development Director for two days per week of in-office time. Mayor Eyestone stated that she wanted to point out that the "October Professional Services PW Director" for NorthStar is $17,893.75 per month. For the Community Development Director, they spend 12,685.00 per month. That is over $200,000.00 for the Public Works Director alone. These costs to the City of Red Bluff are astronomical.

RESULT: ADOPTED [4 TO 1]

MOVER: Amanda Jenkins, Council Member


AYES: Deiters, Jenkins, Parker, Jones

NAYS: Eyestone

REGULAR AGENDA

5. Resolution 25-2020; Declaring Elected Candidates to Serve in City Offices

Rick Crabtree, City Manager, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 25-2020 declaring newly elected candidates to serve in the following City Offices: Council member 2 year-term (1), council member 4-year term (2), City Clerk, and City Treasurer.



RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]

MOVER: Kris Deiters, Mayor



6. Oath; Swearing in of Incumbents and Newly Elected Office Holders

Anita Rice, Deputy City Clerk, conducted the swearing-in of persons elected to City Offices in the November 2020 Municipal Election. The oaths of office were administered remotely by the Deputy Clerk.

RESULT: NO ACTION NEEDED

7. Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the 2021 Calendar Year

Red Bluff is a General Law City; the City Council selects one of its members to serve as Mayor. Historically, the City Council elects a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem each December to serve for a period of one year. Anita Rice, Deputy City Clerk, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council nominate and appoint a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem for the 2021 calendar year. M/S Councilmembers Parker and Eyestone nominated Councilmember Deiters as Mayor. Councilmember Parker closed nominations. Ms. Rice called for a vote for Mayor. AYES: Councilmembers Parker, Eyestone, Jones, Deiters, and Gonzales NOES: None ABSENT OR NOT VOTING: None Mayor Pro Tem Deiters was voted in as Mayor for the 2021 calendar year. Mayor Deiters called for nominations for Mayor Pro Tem. M/S Councilmembers Deiters and Gonzales nominated Councilmember Eyestone as Mayor Pro Tem. Mayor Deiters closed the nominations. AYES: Councilmembers Eyestone, Jones, Deiters, and Gonzales NOES: Parker ABSENT OR NOT VOTING: None Councilmember Eyestone was voted in as Mayor Pro Tem for the 2021 calendar year.

RESULT: VOTE INSERTED IN COMMENTS

8. City Councilmember Committee Assignments for the 2021 Calendar Year.

Mayor Deiters asked that the City Council review the current City Councilmember assignments and determine Councilmember committee assignments for the new



calendar year 2021. Mayor Deiters asked if any City Councilmembers would be interested in changing their current committee assignments? Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that the Downtown Red Bluff Business Association (DRBBA) is currently operating on an on-call basis. Due to COVID-19, they are not currently holding regular monthly preset meetings. Councilmember Jones stated that she is agreeable with staying on the same committees. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she is agreeable with staying on the same committees. Councilmember Gonzales stated that he would like to serve on the DRBBA and the Chamber of Commerce. His strengths are in business and he would like to serve the community as much as possible. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asked if the Chamber of Commerce needs to have the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem as representatives? Councilmember Jones notified everyone that all the committees are listed on page 63 of the agenda packet. Rick Crabtree, City Manager, explained that the Chamber of Commerce is traditionally taken by the Mayor and backed up by the Mayor Pro Tem; however, that can be changed, and any City Councilmember can sit on the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she would be agreeable to Councilmember Gonzales sitting on the Chamber of Commerce. Mayor Deiters stated that she is also agreeable to Councilmember Gonzales serving on the Chamber of Commerce. She asserted that Councilmember Gonzales would serve on the Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO), and the Executive Committee of the Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency (JPA) if he is taking over the committees that Councilmember Jenkins had been on. Councilmember Gonzales stated that he would be agreeable to serve on those committees. Being a businessperson he would like to utilize his strengths within the community. He asked if the DRBBA is an on-call only committee? Mayor Eyestone explained that the DRBBA is supposed to be one-time per month. Due to COVID-19 a lot of things have changed. She envisions that once things begin returning to normal, they will resume their monthly meetings. Councilmember Jones explained that she had taken over the Continuum of Care Executive Committee for Councilmember Jenkins. She is invested in the committee, but it is a lot for one person to take on. She would be willing to share those meetings with



Councilmember Gonzales. There are currently a lot of subcommittees and she does attend most of those meetings. Councilmember Gonzales explained that for personal reasons he does not feel he would be a good choice to serve on that committee. Mayor Deiters asserted that Councilmember Gonzales will serve on LAFCO, Executive Committee for the Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency (JPA), and the Chamber of Commerce. Councilmember Gonzales confirmed that he would be happy to serve on those committees. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she believes Councilmember Gonzales would be interested in serving on the DRBBA. Councilmember Gonzales confirmed that he would be interested in serving on the DRBBA. Mayor Deiters asked if Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone no longer wishes to serve on the DRBBA? Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she is happy to serve on the DRBBA; however, she is happy to allow Councilmember Gonzales to step in and serve on that committee if he is interested. Mayor Deiters stated that Councilmember Gonzales will serve on LAFCO, the JPA Executive Committee, the DRBBA, and the Chamber of Commerce. All other committee assignments will stay the same as previously decided.


MOVER: Kris Deiters, Mayor


AYES: Gonzales, Eyestone, Deiters, Parker, Jones

9. Appointments to Various Commissions, Loan Committee, and Audit Committee

Mayor Deiters asked the City Council to make the necessary appointments to the Planning Commission, Airport Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, Audit Committee, and the Loan Committee. Planning Commission: Two appointments: Full-term: 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2023 2 Reappointment Requests: Doug Dale Tyler Miranda Airport Commission:



Full Term: 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2023 2 Reappointment requests: 2 Applicants: Pete Tyler Robert Moore Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission: One applicant: One student Term: 01/01/2021 to12/31/2021 1 Applicant: Addison Snodgrass One reappointment Request: Full Term: 01/01/2021 to 12/31/23 1 Applicant: Jennifer Torres Audit Committee: One Reappointment Request: Full Term: 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2021 1 Applicant: Amy Schutter Loan Committee: One Reappointment Request: Full Term: 01/01/2021 to 12/31/2021 1 Applicant: J. B. Stacy Addison Snodgrass, Student Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission Applicant, stated that his sister has served on the commission in the past. He would like to have the opportunity to serve on the commission and have a voice within the community. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asked Mr. Snodgrass to tell the City Council about his time participating in FFA. Mr. Snodgrass stated that his first year doing FFA was when he was in eighth grade. That year and the following two years he had a pig. He has done many FAA competitions and he has enjoyed it. M/S Councilmembers Jones and Gonzales to reappoint all seated positions for the Planning Commission, Airport Commission, Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission, Audit Committee, and the Loan Committee and appoint Addison Snodgrass to the Student seat for the Parks and Recreation Advisory Commission.





SECONDER: J.R. Gonzales, Council Member


10. Mosquito and Vector Control District Trustee - Reappointment

Mayor Deiters stated that Red Bluff City staff recommends reappointing Mr. Ronald Etzler to serve as the Tehama County Mosquito and Vector Control District Trustee representing the City of Red Bluff for the term of January 1, 2021, through December 31, 2022.


MOVER: Daniele Eyestone, Mayor Pro Tem



11. Presentation and Acceptance of the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report for the Fiscal Year Ended 6-30-20

Sandy Ryan, Finance Director, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council accept the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) and the Transportation Development Act Fund Financial Statements for the Fiscal Year Ended June 30, 2020. Rob Griffith, AGT Professional Services, reviewed the CAFR. A preliminary review showed no issues with the financial reports. They conducted the Transportation Development Act Audit, and all is in accordance with the requirements. They did not find any items that were in non-compliance. Mayor Deiters thanked Mr. Griffith for being so concise. She also thanked Ms. Ryan for the wonderful job that she does for the City of Red Bluff.



SECONDER: Daniele Eyestone, Mayor Pro Tem


12. Retention of Receivership Counsel - 610 Johnson Street - Supplemental Appropriation

Mayor Deiters stated that this item has been tabled to a future City Council meeting.

RESULT: TABLED [UNANIMOUS]


13. CalRecycle Beverage Container Recycling Program Resolution

Rick Crabtree, City Manager, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-2020 authorizing the submittal of applications to the Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery Beverage Container Recycling City/County Payment Program and related authorizations.







14. Award of the Professional Engineering and Design Services for South Jackson Street & South Main Street Rehabilitation and Road Improvement Projects

Robin Kampmann, Public Works Director, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council: 1) Award the contract for Professional Engineering and Design Services for South Jackson Street Rehabilitation and Road Improvement Project to Dokken Engineering in the amount of $227,221. 2) Award the contract for Professional Engineering and Design Services for South Main Street Rehabilitation and Road Improvement Project to Dokken Engineering in the amount of $228,093. Councilmember Gonzales asked if this would help with the bidding process for the construction? Ms. Kampmann confirmed that yes, it will help. They will be doing ground-penetrating radar to make sure they get the best value for the project. They are also pushing them to look at the complete project to help keep the costs down in the long run. Councilmember Gonzales stated that he has looked at the documents regarding litigation for Dokken Engineering. He asked if that would affect this project if anything happens as a result of their litigation? Ms. Kampmann asserted that they have liability insurance that will cover those concerns. Dokken Engineering is currently the fill-in staff for Caltrans District 2 so they are familiar with the Red Bluff roads. Councilmember Gonzales stated that the Red Bluff Daily News needs to share this information with the public. People within the community want to know what is happening with the roads. It would be helpful for them to know all the work that is being done in the background before getting these roads fixed. Ms. Kampmann stated that she will provide all this information to the Red Bluff Daily News. Mayor Eyestone asked what areas will be affected by these projects? Ms. Kampmann stated that these projects will encompass the area's on Main Street from Elm Street to Luther Road. It will not include the intersection. The intersection will be a separate project. All the divots on Main Street near Luther Road will be addressed. She is also having them look at all the traffic signals to ensure that those are updated as well. The South Jackson project is from Luther Road to Oak Street. Both of these are



significant projects that will update much of the main roadways within the City of Red Bluff. Councilmember Gonzales asked when these projects would likely be completed? Ms. Kampmann stated that both will be completed by January 2022. These projects will align with budgeting as well. Councilmember Jones asked if the projects will be alternated? Ms. Kampmann confirmed that yes, they will be alternated. If one project gets done sooner, then they will start the other project sooner. The projects will be staggered. Mayor Deiters asked if the City Council needs to vote for Items one and two separately? M/S Councilmembers Gonzales and Eyestone made a motion to award the contract for Professional Engineering and Design Services for South Jackson Street Rehabilitation and Road Improvement Project to Dokken Engineering in the amount of $227,221. AYES: Councilmembers Parker, Eyestone, Jones, Deiters, and Gonzales NOES: None ABSENT OR NOT VOTING: None M/S Councilmembers Jones and Eyestone made a motion to award the contract for Professional Engineering and Design Services for South Main Street Rehabilitation and Road Improvement Project to Dokken Engineering in the amount of $228,093. AYES: Councilmembers Parker, Eyestone, Jones, Deiters, and Gonzales NOES: None ABSENT OR NOT VOTING: None


15. Police Server Room HVAC Repair/Replacement - Emergency Resolution

Robin Kampmann, Public Works Director, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 27-2020, a Declaration of Emergency regarding a failing HVAC unit in the Police Server Room and the need for immediate repair/replacement and authorize a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $8,000 into Fund No. 10-57-530-100, General Government Buildings, Improvements Other Than Buildings, for the HVAC replacement. Councilmember Jones asked why the unit does not provide heat to the dispatch area? Ms. Kampmann stated that heat is provided from the other unit. This is to keep the server room cooler. Previously one unit was cooling both rooms; dispatch was cold all the time and the dispatchers were having to utilize space heaters to keep warm. This will help to keep the dispatch area warmer since it is now two separate units. Mayor Deiters stated that she is not familiar with North State Cool and Pool Service and Lassen Air and asked if they are a knowledgeable company?



Ms. Kampmann explained that they have a city license, and they are a legitimate contractor in the area. There is a manufacturer warranty on the unit, and she was very impressed with the company. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asked why they have not been receiving monthly updates. She does not feel it is appropriate that the City Council should be hearing about this for the first time at the City Council meeting. This happened three weeks ago, and it should have been in an update to the City Council before this meeting.





16. Contract Proposal for SB 90 / State Mandated Cost Claim Preparation Services

Kyle Sanders, Police Chief, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council authorizes the Chief of Police to enter into a contract with Nichols Consulting for the purpose of recovering certain costs from the State of California as outlined in SB 90.





17. COVID19 Draft Joint PSA and Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance

Rick Crabtree, City Manager, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council review the draft proposed letters regarding COVID-19 gathering compliance and give direction to staff. Councilmember Jones asked if this is intended to be treated as two separate items or just one item? Mr. Crabtree stated that it should be two separate items. One is the joint letter, and one is a different letter regarding gatherings. Councilmember Jones asked if the second letter regarding gatherings is intended for businesses or individual households? Mr. Crabtree stated that this letter is very similar to one that the City of Orland has. His intent when drafting this letter was that it would be targeted toward businesses. It theoretically would work for any incident of excessive gatherings including private residents if the City Council wants to include that. Councilmember Jones stated that she is not in favor of residents getting the letter. She feels the letter reads as if it is going primarily to private residents. Mr. Crabtree asserted that the letter can be changed if needed.



Mayor Deiters stated that the one of the main drivers of the increase in COVID-19 cases has been large gatherings both at bars, businesses, and at someone's private home. She believes Orland has sent their letter to individuals who have held events that are not conducive to good health. She was walking her dogs and two blocks from her home there was a large gathering at a house where people had little regard for social distancing and mask wearing. She thought about this letter when she saw that and she believes it is important, both for businesses and private homes. People need to be aware that they need to be cautious for the next few months about gatherings. She has an issue right now including the PSA from Tehama County; there are no teeth in the PSA. The second letter has some teeth and is assertive. We are all concerned about certain businesses within the City of Red Bluff; however, nothing is being done with regards to making businesses follow the current guidelines. If nothing is going to be done about those businesses that we know are holding super spreader events, then this letter being sent to a household does not make sense. Businesses and households need to be aware of what they are doing. Councilmember Jones agrees that the joint PSA letter does not have any true substance to it. She does not feel it is enough and that more should be done. The City of Red Bluff should be paying closer attention to those that are not following the guidelines. She also believes that people need to avoid these types of gatherings. She does believe that sending the letter to individual households is a slippery slope and it would set a precedence that she is not willing to uphold in regard to what people can and cannot do within their own homes. Businesses are a different scenario, and those rules should be enforced. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that four e-mails have been received that need to be read. Mayor Deiters asked if Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone would be able to read these into the record? Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asserted that she would be happy to read the e-mails. Two people wrote e-mails who are attempting to call in. Renee Kennedy, a local business owner, called in and stated that she appreciates the conversation that has been discussed so far. The e-mail that she had written mainly had to do with the resolution brought forward by the Tehama County Board of Supervisors. She believes that everyone by now knows what the guidelines are and what needs to be done. She does not feel that any of these would have come to the Tehama County Board of Supervisors had the Red Bluff City Council not pushed to make this happen. She also agreed that the letter does not have enough teeth and should primarily be directed towards businesses. She believes that if a letter is sent to private residents then it should be a different letter. In regard to COVID-19, we are in a fragile position according to Doctor Richard Wickenheiser. He stated that it is likely that our healthcare facilities will be at capacity by Christmas. At this time weddings and funerals should not be held, especially if it cannot be held outdoors. She is still asking Tehama County to put some compliance requirements in place, and she has asked Environmental Health Services to do something as well. She does appreciate the letter that the City of Red Bluff is proposing. There are several businesses within the City of Red Bluff that are



currently not in compliance with Governor Newsom's orders. She owns a business that has been closed since March 2020. If a letter is drafted to be sent to , she believes it should be catered to those who have 50 or more people rather than a small gathering. She is appreciative that the City of Red Bluff is making this letter happen. Rhonda Searcy, a community member, called in and read the e-mail she wrote asserting that everyone needs to be wearing a mask and follow the guidelines outlined by Governor Newsom. The Tehama County Board of Supervisors, the Red Bluff City Council, the White House, and the California State Representatives have not done what they need to do to keep the citizens safe. The COVID-19 cases are increasing in Tehama County and the State of California and something needs to be done. It has been reported by health officials that the spread of COVID-19 is primarily being fueled by indoor gatherings. Doctor Richard Wickenheiser, Tehama County Public Health Officer, stated that it is likely that hospitals throughout the State of California will be at capacity by Christmas. Tehama County Public Health has recommended that Tehama County should lock down voluntarily because the rate is increasing so drastically. Bill Goodwin, Tehama County Administrator, presented a breakdown of where the CARES funds went. $3.3 Million was spent on COVID-19 related items such as closing the budget and small businesses. The other $3.3 Million has been recommended to be spent on the Courthouse Annex. That would breakdown to $2.2 Million for Tehama County to purchase the property and $1.1 Million for remodeling. This is not acceptable; these funds should be used only for COVID-19 related items. The letter that is being proposed does nothing to help. There needs to be real enforcement and meaningful compliance. The guidelines need to be followed. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she will read the two additional e-mails that were submitted. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone read an e-mail sent by Jewel Fryer stating that she has read the agreement that was signed by Mr. Goodwin when the CARES money was given to Tehama County. These funds according to that agreement should have been able to be utilized for code enforcement of the State of California mandates. Currently, all enforcement is being done by the Environmental Health Code Enforcement, the Red Bluff Police Department, and the Tehama County Sheriff's Department. All of which have refused to act on any violations. The cases of COVID-19 in Tehama County are not lower here than anywhere else in the State of California. The COVID-19 cases are higher than they should be due to the lack of leadership from the top down. Tehama County Public Health is also being hindered which is likely causing cases to be missed. Due to lack of leadership, she feels that the only course of action is to contact Brian D. Miller, Special Inspector General for Pandemic Recovery, along with other California State officials. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone read an e-mail sent by Harley Barbour that outlined that COVID-19 cases are rising, and it is time for Tehama County and the City of Red Bluff leadership to stand up and protect the citizens. There needs to be an enforcement ordinance put in place. Every business and individual within Tehama County understands the mandates, it is time that these mandates are enforced. Tehama County and the City of Red Bluff need to find a way to work together to better handle the issue at hand. The City of Red Bluff should be issuing citations and revoking business permits



for those businesses that are not complying even after being educated on the current mandates. All the State and local agencies should be working together to gain compliance from local businesses. All businesses that are allowed to remain open shoulder be requiring and enforcing the use of masks within their establishments. The CARES Act money that was received by Tehama County should be used to help those small businesses that are following the State Mandates. Those businesses that are not following the State mandates should not receive money. These funds should not be used to purchase and remodel the Courthouse Annex. The businesses should be encouraged to utilize all the resources that they have available to help them follow the mandates. She recommends that the schools should be closed through the 2020/2021 school year. Currently, many schools and classrooms are being quarantined over and over again and it is creating a yo-yo effect that is not healthy for the kids. There is not proper PPE available. This would give families and schools consistency and could save lives. It is time that we all work together and do what she feels is right. Lisa King called in, she stated that she has a Masters of Medical Social Work and Social Work. Her main concern is that for months she has made repeated reports to Tehama County Public Health, the Tehama County Sheriff's Department, and the Red Bluff Police Department. It has not been until recently that she found out that she should be contacting Environmental Health regarding her concerns. She has spoken to many retailers who are very frustrated because they are fearful of trying to enforce mask policies. They do not feel that they have the assistance from law enforcement that they should have in this matter. Law enforcement should be helping the citizens even when it comes to COVID-19 mandate concerns. Some businesses are flaunting the fact that they are not abiding by the mandates. These businesses are spreading COVID-19 within the community. She is concerned about how many people will lose family members because people are not following the State of California mandates. During the 1918 pandemic, people were jailed for not abiding by the mandates. There need to be consequences for those who are not abiding by the mandates. Mayor Deiters stated that she feels there are two different issues right now. One is if the Red Bluff City Council wants to approve the PSA that was jointly drafted. The second issue is the letter for compliance. Mr. Crabtree stated that it is likely that the joint PSA has had as much progress as possible regarding the wording. The letter of compliance can be changed, if deemed necessary by the City Council. Councilmember Jones asked if the City of Red Bluff moves forward with the joint PSA will it prevent the City of Red Bluff from pursuing stricter requirements over these issues in the future? Mr. Crabtree explained that there is nothing in the joint PSA letter that is binding in any direction and it does not limit the City of Red Bluff in any way. Councilmember Jones stated that she does not feel there is anything meaningful in the letter. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that at the beginning of the process she was on board



with the joint PSA letter. She felt they would be able to come up with wording that they could all agree upon. She was shocked that no one was able to agree on any aspect of the letter. She is agreeable to move forward with the joint PSA letter. Val Lucero, Director of Tehama County Public Health, has said that she does not feel she has the backing from anyone. This letter would give her the support she would like to have. Councilmember Gonzales asked if there has been any input from local businesses? Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that they did have input from local businesses at the beginning. Councilmember Gonzales asserted that he has gone out and seen the local businesses and they are struggling. The owners are saying that their employees are not able to feed their kids and pay their rent. Before a letter is sent out to the businesses, there needs to be a discussion with those local businesses. They help to support our community and it is time that we support them. He understands that COVID-19 cases are rising, and we need to be cognizant of that; however, we need to hear from all sides that are affected by this. By enforcing these mandates, are we going to make people homeless? The City of Red Bluff is down significantly in sales tax revenue. If the City of Red Bluff is not careful those numbers could plummet further. We need to help businesses survive this disaster. This could go on until 2022, if that is the case, will these businesses have to stay closed until then? Florida is open and the airlines are packed. During the flights, they are spraying disinfectants into the air. They are doing something to help mitigate the risk as much as possible and still stay operating. We need to find a way to do the same thing with our local businesses. Councilmember Jones stated that no one wants to go into businesses and shut them down. She has concerns about businesses holding large events that go late into the night. When a business is holding an event that violates the fire code then there is an issue, and it should not be tolerated. Councilmember Gonzales agreed that a fire code violation is not acceptable. The percentage of people are getting COVID-19 from restaurants is 1.7%. That risk is extremely low and does not necessarily warrant the mandates that have been put against them. There have been no businesses who have given input regarding this. They need to have a chance to give their viewpoints. Councilmember Jones stated that the businesses have not reached out. They have had the opportunity to give input if they chose to do so. They have worked hard to support local business owners who are following the State Mandates. Those businesses, that are making it publicly known, that they are not following guidelines need to be addressed. Councilmember Gonzales asked what the current restrictions are on businesses? Councilmember Jones explained that restaurants can do take out orders and outdoor dining. Councilmember Gonzales stated that outdoor dining is not possible right now due to the



weather. Councilmember Jones agreed that right now the outdoor conditions are not conducive to outdoor dining.

Councilmember Gonzales asserted that people are spaced out at Walmart and that is not always followed. What kind of spacing can we put in place to help our restaurants stay open for indoor dining? We always talk about closing the businesses; however, we should be talking about what we can do to help keep them open while still following guidelines. He has a very hard time when we have a Governor who is making these determinations, but he gets a paycheck every day. Our local businesses are not as lucky. Councilmember Jones stated that the issue is being looked at as an all or nothing situation and that is not a correct approach. Mayor Deiters asserted that she has been following COVID-19 daily since this started. The White House early on started phone calls that you could call into regarding COVID-19. One big issue is that there is a lot of misinformation within the community. The virus has been a mystery to everyone and has been figured out along the way. No one is saying that they want to shut down businesses. It negates other people's rights when people do not follow the guidelines which then causes unnecessary risk to others. She has good friends who are business owners. Some have done things by the guidelines and some have not. She is aware of three businesses within the City of Red Bluff who want to challenge the State guidelines. People are well aware of the guidelines that have been put in place, they are just choosing to not follow them. People do not trust Tehama County, the City of Red Bluff, or Public Health. She would like to see businesses stay open but comply with the State mandates. The joint PSA letter was difficult to put together. She knows people who will not enter a business who is not enforcing the guidelines. The businesses that flaunt the refusal to follow the guidelines are disrespectful and they are challenging authority. Right now, there is no middle ground on these issues; however, the City Council does support the local businesses. Councilmember Gonzales stated that there is no middle ground because we have not heard from the middle. Los Mariachis has had to shut down their entire restaurant except for takeout orders and a couple of outdoor dining tables. There should not be a reason that they cannot utilize the space they have to allow for social distancing with indoor dining and mask wearing. A system needs to be worked out with these business owners, so they have options. The employees of these establishments are struggling because they are not able to get the hours they need to survive. Councilmember Deiters stated that she does not disagree with those statements. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone explained Renee Kennedy is a business owner in town. She owns Tips and it has been closed since March 2020. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone lives with an immunocompromised husband and an 86-year-old. She is very cautious about COVID-19 because it is very dangerous for her household. She makes sure to wash her hands regularly and she wears masks. She does feel that some of these guidelines are too strict and some are absolutely ridiculous. Some of the tents that have been placed



outside of restaurants for outdoor dining do not have any ventilation and are worse than indoor dining. There are also safety concerns with propane heaters. She recently took one of her family members to their favorite restaurant for indoor dining. She was nervous about it; however, once she got there the restaurant was taking precautions. Everyone was wearing a mask and seating was spaced for social distancing. She felt very safe at this establishment and she feels there needs to be a happy medium. We do not have to have everything shut down completely to keep people safe. Councilmember Jones stated that she would like to have a special meeting to discuss these items further in a public venue before deciding on either letter. Mayor Deiters asked if she would like both letters further discussed? Councilmember Jones asserted that she is not happy with either letter. Before the City Council meeting, she had thought that she would be voting no on both letters. She has come to terms with the fact that there is likely nothing more that can be done with the joint PSA letter. The compliance letter needs to be reworded. It might also be better to have one letter specific for businesses and a different letter for residents. Mayor Deiters asked if Councilmember Jones was agreeable to the joint PSA letter? Councilmember Jones stated that she can be agreeable to the joint PSA letter. Mayor Deiters asked if the Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance should be changed? Councilmember Jones explained that one needs to be specific to businesses. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that she agrees that the current compliance letter seems to be more geared towards private residents rather than towards businesses. Mayor Deiters asked if the City Council would like a letter that can be sent to residents as well as businesses? Councilmember Jones asserted that this needs to be further discussed to make a final determination. Mayor Deiters asked if the COVID-19 Draft PSA letter can be approved and the Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance be tabled to a special meeting? M/S Councilmembers Jones and Eyestone made a motion to approve the COVID-19 Draft Joint PSA Letter. AYES: Councilmembers Parker, Eyestone, Jones, and Deiters NOES: Gonzales ABSENT OR NOT VOTING: None Mayor Deiters asked for a motion to table the Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance.



Councilmember Jones made a motion to table the Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance. Councilmember Parker explained that no action needs to be taken on the Draft Letter Regarding Gathering Compliance. Direction can be given to staff to make the discussed changes. Councilmember Jones stated that she would like a public meeting to discuss further. Councilmember Parker stated that a meeting with staff and the City Council members who wants to have further discussion can be set up. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asserted that she would like this discussed before the next scheduled City Council meeting. Mr. Crabtree stated that some other items will need to come back to the City Council before the next scheduled City Council meeting. Councilmember Parker stated that no motion is necessary. Direction will be given to staff and Mr. Crabtree will handle it from there. Mr. Crabtree stated that he will revise the letter and have it brought back before the next scheduled City Council meeting.


18. Review Declaration of Local Emergency Due to Coronavirus Public Health Emergency

Rick Crabtree, City Manager, presented the staff's recommendation that the City Council confirm the continuing need for the local emergency declared by Resolution 5-2020 ensuring the City is eligible for disaster relief funding.





STAFF ITEMS / COMMISSIONS

Ray Barber, Fire Chief, reported that he has been working with the people who will be completing the training tower. They are currently behind schedule due to issues related to COVID-19. He feels confident that this will be completed in the relative near future. Two fire apparatus engines are down. One is being repaired; however, the other truck had issues when ladder testing was performed. They have received a quote to fix the known issues. The ladder truck is 24-year-old and the cost to fix the ladder is more than the ladder is currently worth. He has spent the last week researching different options and he has spoken with the ad hoc committee as well as Councilmembers Jones and Parker. He feels putting money towards the old ladder truck is not a good choice, at this time. He has some other options that he will be bringing forward soon.



Councilmember Parker stated that this is something that needs to be replaced. If we do not have a ladder truck it will change their insurance rating from a 2 to a 6 or 7. That will ultimately raise the insurance premium costs significantly for the community members. This item will come back to the City Council via a Special Meeting so that it does not have to wait until January 2021. Kyle Sanders, Police Chief, reported that he is happy to be back to work in-person. He apologized for the late notice of a Swearing-In Ceremony for the new Community Service Officer. That will be held Wednesday, December 16, 2020, at 9:00 a.m. in front of the old Courthouse. Monday, December 21, 2020, they will be doing a Swearing-In Ceremony for their newest Police Officer, Hunter Davidson, who started on Monday, December 07, 2020. He will notify everyone once they know the exact time that the ceremony will be conducted. Robin Kampmann, Public Works Director, reported that that they received notification last week that PG&E has approved the first grant for the TESLA battery backup. The Boat Ramp Project had paving delayed due to the rain; however, everyone was delayed so the plant has decided to stay open longer to accommodate the projects that were delayed. They are planning on paving next week. The boat ramp will be blocked to the public next week due to the delay in paving. They have received an extension through the spring of 2021 for the parking lot. They will likely have some additional funds remaining that they can pair with another grant that they are receiving which will allow them to complete the restroom project. All funding resources understand the scope of the project. Don Brown will be retiring on Wednesday, December 30, 2020, from the Wastewater Department and he will be missed. Sandy Ryan, Finance Director, reported that the Consolidated Annual Financial report was accepted, and they will send it off to the State of California. She is currently working on the sales tax, property tax, and budget updates. Those will be included with the supplemental appropriations and some labor negotiations and will be presented to the City Council on Tuesday, January 19, 2021. Scott Friend, Community Development Director, reported that next Tuesday, December 22, 2020, the Planning Commission will meet to discuss a Conditional Use Permit for Greenville Rancheria. They are working on getting new building permit software. It will be the same software that Tehama County currently uses along with multiple other cities. It will be a huge benefit to the City of Red Bluff. In January 2021, they will bring forward an item to select a consultant for the General Plan Update. They will be asking about forming a General Plan Advisory Committee.

COMMITTEE REPORTS / COUNCIL COMMENTS

➢ Cannabis Advisory Committee

Councilmember Jones reported that the last meeting was held Tuesday, December 15, 2020. Two presentations for the draft ordinances were presented. Both need more work but were very promising. They were both very well thought out and prepared. The next meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 29, 2020, they will be continuing to discuss those draft ordinances. They are hoping to be able to come to the City Council in the relatively near future with a draft



ordinance.

➢ Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)

Councilmember Parker reported that no meeting was scheduled.

➢ Tehama County Transportation Commission

Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone reported that housekeeping items were discussed. The Tehama County Transit Authority Board met and discussed housekeeping as well. Also, they will be doing more virtual tour services due to COVID-19.

➢ Downtown Red Bluff Business Association

Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone reported that they have not met in two months. She spoke with Travis Dolling and the next meeting is scheduled in January 2021. She will be removed from this committee and Councilmember Gonzales will take over for the next meeting.

➢ Community Action Agency

Councilmember Jones reported that they have a full board for the first time in several years. They discussed that Corning Christian Assistance and Harvest Church in Corning, California are open and taking donations for their food bank. During COVID-19, there has been a grant that provides two additional frozen meals for recipients during the weekends. They are working on getting those meals continued until September 2021. The next meeting is scheduled for Thursday, January 21, 2021. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone asked if the two additional meals are provided for anyone who receives meals from Meals on Wheels? Councilmember Jones stated that was her understanding. Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone stated that her grandmother receives meals from Meals on Wheels, and she has not been receiving the additional two meals. She asked who she could contact to find out information on the additional meals. Councilmember Jones stated that she will look into obtaining the contact information and find out why she has not been receiving the additional meals.

➢ Executive Committee - Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency

Mayor Deiters reported that no meeting was scheduled.

➢ Tehama County Solid Waste Management Agency (JPA)

Mayor Deiters reported that the last meeting was held on Monday, November 30, 2020. There are new State of California requirements for treated wood. Currently, the treated wood is hauled by Green Waste to the Anderson Landfill. Due to changes, it appears that treated wood can only be hauled to class one landfills. Currently, there are no class one landfills in our area. They will be contracting with an agency to haul the treated wood to the closest facility which is Nevada. They have submitted a letter to the State of California to try to obtain approval to continue to handle the treated wood as they currently do. They have been trying to keep the costs down to the public; therefore, these changes would put them at



a loss for operating. They would also need to utilize a certain type of container for the treated wood. They do not currently have the new required container so they would need to purchase those. The next meeting will be held in January 2021.

➢ Chamber of Commerce

Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone reported that no meeting was held, and the next meeting is scheduled for January 2021. Councilmember Gonzales will be placed on the e-mailing list for these meetings.

➢ Ground Water Commission

Councilmember Parker reported that the last meeting was held on Wednesday, December 9, 2020. They received updates on CIGNA, Well permits, and a public update on where the GSP is. Their website Tehamacountywater.org and a quarterly newsletter are being put out to help keep the public notified.

➢ Tehama County Continuum of Care Executive Council

Councilmember Jones reported that the Executive Committee meeting was held at the beginning of December 2020, and they discussed housekeeping items. Some funds were allotted to the Point in Time (PIT) Count so they could give bags to people to hopefully help with participation. The PIT Count will take place on Wednesday, January 27, 2020. Anyone can go to the Tehama County website to see about ways that they can volunteer to help with the PIT Count. At the Stakeholders meeting, they discussed that PATH has closed escrow and they are in the process of adding additional units to that property. Currently, they can support single women with children, but they are unable to support fathers with children or households with 2 parents and children. These additional units will help them accommodate that. The next Executive Committee is scheduled for Wednesday, January 20, 2021, and the next Stakeholders meeting is scheduled for Wednesday, January 06, 2021.

➢ Red Bluff Community Center Commission

Mayor Pro Tem Eyestone reported that they are working on the Senior Nutritional Licensing Agreement. They are discussing the possibility of changing fees. They are also looking into the possibility of doing parking lot rentals. A Special Meeting is scheduled for Thursday, December 17, 2020.

ADDITIONAL COUNCIL COMMENTS

Mayor Deiters thanked everyone within the City of Red Bluff for all their hard work during this difficult year.

ADJOURNMENT

There being no further business Mayor Deiters adjourned the meeting at 8:39 p.m. with the Closed Session to follow. The next City Council meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 19, 2020, at 6:00 p.m. in the Red Bluff City Council Chambers.

RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION



19. Closed Executive Session - Labor Negotiations

Kris Deiters, Mayor

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