CITY OF SANTA PAULA CITY COUNCIL

MINUTES ● FEBRUARY 6, 2017

I. REGULAR MATTERS - COUNCIL CHAMBERS

1. CALL TO ORDER 2. INVOCATION

Deacon Al Guilin led the invocation.

3. FLAG SALUTE

Vice Mayor Gherardi led the flag salute.

4. ROLL CALL

Attendee Name Title Status Arrived Clint Garman Councilmember Present Ginger Gherardi Vice Mayor Present John Procter Councilmember Present Jenny Crosswhite Mayor Present Martin F. Hernandez Councilmember Present

5. PUBLIC COMMENT

Speakers Al Guilin spoke briefly spoke regarding fund raising for fireworks show stating the rotary is seeking donations and to please see Cathy Hicks and Rick Araiza. Ruben Zaragosa, Recology gave an update regarding their service reminding Santa Paula residents of the number (805) 933-0100 for complaints or missed pickups. Patti Harrison, the oaks neighborhood spoke regarding the Sparkuhl project. She asked that the project be re-evaluated. Leslie Reed, Sparkuhl Development questions the Environmental Impact Report stating it is 14 years old and nothing's been done. She asked that the project conditions be re-evaluated. Gina Mathwin read letter from a neighbor regarding concerns of Sparkuhl Project stating the issues with air pollution, noise, traffic and safety. Pamela Fuller invited all to the One Billion Rising event on Saturday at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Spanish with English translation.

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6. CITY COUNCIL, STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

City Manager Fontes stated that the next meeting will include an update of the current status of joining County Fire; salary survey analysis; Mission Rock Road opposing project update. Vice Mayor Gherardi informed all of the Ventura County Transportation Commission (VCTC) unmet transit needs hearing for public to express the unmet transit concerns. She also stated that she spoke with Caltrans, Carrie Bowen regarding the 10th Street/ Hwy 150 signal to improve timing; the Vice Mayor also stated that she was selected by VCTC to serve on board for Metro Link. She concluded by thanking Recology for meeting with her and staff regarding complaints by City residents to address the issues; and commended City staff for working on potholes. Fire Chief Rick Araiza stated he received the fireworks proposal from Zambelli Fire Works for next meeting. Councilmember Procter informed all for the upcoming Relay for Life event, April 29, 2017; he also briefly commented on the One Billion Rising event. Councilmember Hernandez stated that he and Councilmember Garman attended the Council Academy in Sacramento. City Attorney Cotti gave update regarding Santa Clara Waste lawsuit. Mayor Crosswhite informed all of the upcoming One Billion Rising event, Saturday from 2:00 p.m. - 4:00 p.m. at Our Lady of Guadalupe Church in Santa Paula.

7. APPROVAL OF FINAL AGENDA

Vice Mayor Gherardi requested that item 9B of Order of Business be heard first. It was moved by Vice Mayor Gherardi, seconded by Councilmember Procter to approve the final agenda as amended. All were in favor and the motion carried.

8. CONSENT CALENDAR

Councilmember Hernandez pulled item 8C Liability Claims.

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RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ginger Gherardi, Vice Mayor SECONDER: John Procter, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

A. Planning Commission Action Report for 1/24/17 – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council receive and file the Planning Director’s report regarding Planning Commission actions taken on January 24, 2017. Report by: Janna Minsk, Planning Director

B. Approval of Minutes – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council approve the minutes for the Regular City Council Meeting for December 5, 2016. Report by: Lucy Blanco, City Clerk

C. Delegation of Liability Claims Administrative Handling to the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) adopt Resolution No. 7034 establishing a policy that delegates tort liability claims administration responsibilities to the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority (CJPIA) as authorized by Government Code Sections 910 et seq; and (2) take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Report by: Lorena Alvarez, Human Resources/Risk Manager Lucy Blanco, City Clerk

SEPARATE ACTION ITEM It was moved by Vice Mayor Gherardi, seconded by Councilmember Hernandez to adopt Resolution No. 7034 establishing a policy that delegates tort liability claims administration responsibilities to the California Joint Powers Insurance Authority 9CJPIA) as authorized in Government Code Sections 910 et seq.gg/mh all in favor.

9. ORDER OF BUSINESS

A. Peddler Vendor Ordinance and Food Truck Regulation – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) Receive and file this report; and (2) Provide staff with direction. Report by: James Mason, Deputy Planning Director

Speakers Carlos Guzman, juice bar owner since 1989 spoke in opposition to the food trucks. He stated in his opinion the regulations in the Ordinance are not being enforced and that it is unfair to allow these trucks to compete with restaurants when they don't pay water, trash or sewer.

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Mr. Sandoval, owner of la Terraza Restaurant for 30 years spoke in opposition to allowing food truck vendors in the City stating it needs to be stopped before too many trucks all over City.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Martin F. Hernandez, Councilmember SECONDER: John Procter, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

B. Declare Opposition to the State of California Department of Transportation State Route 126 Safety Enhancement Project – Recommendation: It is recommended that City Council: (1) Receive and file this report; (2) Adopt Resolution No. 7035 declaring opposition to the State of California Department of Transportation State Route 126 Safety Enhancement Project; and (3) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Report by: John L. Ilasin, Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer

Speakers Tim Hicks, 560 Howie Court spoke in opposition to the proposed roundabouts by Caltrans. Jennifer Heighton spoke in opposition to the roundabouts. She encourages council to oppose. Katie Brokow, resides off of Hwy 126, spoke in favor of the roundabounts stating they will be helpful and will help avoid road fatalities stating in her experience living there, there have been approximately five.

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ginger Gherardi, Vice Mayor SECONDER: Martin F. Hernandez, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

C. Approval of Operations and Maintenance Agreement with American Water for the Water Recycling Facility – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) Authorize the City Manager to execute an Operations and Maintenance Agreement with American Water Operations and Maintenance, Inc. for the operation and maintenance of the Water Recycling Facility in a form approved by the City Attorney; and (2) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Report by: John L. Ilasin, Interim Public Works Director/City Engineer Caesar Hernandez, Regulatory Compliance Specialist Michael K. Nunley, Michael K. Nunley & Associates, Inc.

Speakers Gayle Washburn stated her opposition to contracting with America Water.

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Michael Nunley, Consultant, briefly spoke regarding the draft agreement with American Water with regards to the operations and maintenance of the WRF. Mayor Crosswhite recessed the City Council to a break at 8:38 p.m. Mayor Crosswhite reconvened the City Council at 8:48 p.m.

RESULT: ADOPTED AS AMENDED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Martin F. Hernandez, Councilmember SECONDER: John Procter, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

D. Santa Paula General Plan Update – Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council: (1) Receive and file this report; and (2) take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Report by: Janna Minsk, Planning Director

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Martin F. Hernandez, Councilmember SECONDER: Clint Garman, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

E. Creation of a Standing Committee to Address Water and Sewer Rates – Recommendation: It is recommended that the Council: (1) Establish the Water and Sewer Rate Committee as a standing “Brown Act” committee; (2) Establish the role and scope of the Water and Sewer Rate committee; and (3) Take such additional, related action that may be desirable. Report by: John C. Cotti, City Attorney

RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS] MOVER: Ginger Gherardi, Vice Mayor SECONDER: Clint Garman, Councilmember AYES: Garman, Gherardi, Procter, Crosswhite, Hernandez

10. REQUEST FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

It was moved by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by Councilmember Procter to request the Public Works Agency to provide for benches on fixed route bus stops. All were in favor and the motion carried. It was moved by Councilmember Hernandez, seconded by seconded by Vice Mayor Gherardi to adjourn the meeting in Memory of Gerald Smith, docent of Santa Paula Museum.

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11. ADJOURNMENT

Mayor Crosswhite adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m. in memory of Gerald Smith.

ATTEST: _________________________ Lucy Blanco City Clerk