Day 1999.01.26CC
CITY COUNCIL MINUTES
A meeting of the City Council of the City of Vacaville was held at the City Council Chambers, 650
Merchant Street, January 26, 1999. Mayor Fleming called the meeting to order at 7:00 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Present: Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood, and Mayor Fleming
Absent: None
Others Present: City Manager John Thompson, City Attorney Charles Lamoree, and City Clerk Kathy Andronico
2. Pastor Dave Patterson, the Father’ s House, gave the Invocation
and Council member Clancy led the
Pledge of Allegiance.
3. APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Mayor Fleming asked if there were any additions or deletions necessary for the agenda. The City Manager advised that VPOA had ratified the contract that was in accordance with the direction provided by Council and asked that the approval be added to the agenda. Council member Slade, seconded by Council member Augustine, made a motion “ to approve the agenda as amended.” Motion unanimously approved.
4. APPROVAL OF MINUTES - Council member Slade, seconded by Vice Mayor Wood, made a motion “ to approve the minutes of the special meeting of November 24, 1998 and the regular meeting of January 12, 1999, as written.” Motion unanimously approved
5. PRESENTATIONS
B. ATTORNEY GENERAL’ S YOUTH COUNCIL ON VIOLENCE PREVENTION – PAULA WATSON AND ALICIA BURTON
Paula Watson, on behalf of Alicia Burton updated that City Council on the Attorney General’ s Youth Council on Violence Prevention activities and provided them with a workbook/CD, which was developed by the youth. The City Council congratulated Ms. Watson on her good work on behalf of the City and the youth.
6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Fleming asked if anyone on the Council or in the audience wanted to remove an item from the Consent Calendar for separate discussion. Council member Clancy asked that Item 6j be removed for separate discussion. Council member Clancy, seconded by Council member Augustine, made a motion “ to adopt the ordinances, resolutions and other Consent Calendar items, except Item 6j." Motion unanimously approved by the following vote:
AYES: Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES: None
ABSTAINED: Mayor Fleming (Item 6b only)
ABSENT: None
A. Ordinance No. 1610 - ORDINANCE AMENDING TITLE 14 OF THE VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE (MISCELLANEOUS LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT CODE AMENDMENTS) (Second Reading)
B. Ordinance No. 1611 - AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF VACAVILLE AMENDING CHAPTER 13.05 OF THE VACAVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE TO GRANT CONSENT TO THE REQUEST OF TELE-COMMUNICATIONS, INC. (“ TCI” ) TO TRANSFER CONTROL OF THE CABLE FRANCHISE TO AT&T CORPORATION (“ AT&T” ) AND REQUIRING THAT AT&T EXECUTE THE CERTIFICATE OF ACCEPTANCE ATTACHED TO THE ORDINANCE AS EXHIBIT I AND FILE IT WITH THE CITY CLERK WITHIN 30 DAYS AFTER CONTROL OF THE FRANCHISE IS TRANSFERRED (Second Reading)
C. Resolution No. 1999-7 - RESOLUTION ESTABLISHING SPEED LIMIT ON CITY STREET - DAVIS STREET
F. Resolution No. 1999-10 - RESOLUTION DEDICATING A REVENUE SOURCE FOR STATE REVOLVING FUND LOAN REPAYMENT AND AGREEING TO CONTINUE MAINTAINING THE SEWER MAJOR REPLACEMENT FUND AND SEWER FACILITIES REHABILITATION FUND FOR THE EASTERLY WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT RENOVATION AND EXPANSION PROJECT
G. Resolution No. 1999-11 - RESOLUTION APPROVING THE CITY OF VACAVILLE WATER CONSERVATION PLAN FOR CONFORMITY WITH UNITED STATES BUREAU OF RECLAMATION REQUIREMENTS
I. Resolution No. 1999-12 - RESOLUTION APPROVING RIVER OAKS APARTMENTS PARCEL MAP FOR THE SPANOS CORPORATION
J. APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF VACAVILLE AND THE VACAVILLE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
-Removed for separate discussion.
Item 6j - APPROVAL OF MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
CITY
OF VACAVILLE AND THE VACAVILLE POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION
The City Manager briefly reviewed the staff report for the record.
Mayor Fleming asked for public comment and none was noted.
Council member Clancy thanked all of the people involved in bringing the contract negotiations to a
close
and stated she was proud of the agreement that was worked out. Vice Mayor Wood echoed her comments.
Council member Augustine, seconded by Council member Slade, made a motion “ to approve the
Memorandum of Understanding as outlined by staff.” Motion unanimously approved.
7. BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR
Vacaville resident Lou Derfuss commented on the house that was demolished on California Drive, crime in Vacaville, and the nuisance ordinance that was recently discussed at the Planning Commission and will be forwarded to the City Council in February.
8. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE INDUSTRIAL PARK POLICY PLAN
City Planner Larry Emerson introduced the staff report for the record noting that the proposed amendments would make parking standards more flexible in four policy plan areas: Interchange Business Park, Vacaville-Golden Hills Business Park, Airport Business Park, and Vaca Valley Business Park. He stated the amendments would address the City’ s parking requirements for private development in the Airport Business Park policy plan and would change a small parcel in the Interchange Business Park from industrial to commercial office.
Vice Mayor Wood noted that a 25% reduction in parking could be significant and asked how the
reduction would affect future users when a business/building changes ownership. City Planner Emerson
stated that staff would have to make certain findings in order to grant a parking reduction, and depending
upon the findings the reduction could be less than 25% - or not at all. He also explained that
the
reduction does not pass on from business to business.
Mayor Fleming noted that there are some County lands within the Interchange Business Park, and felt
it
might be prudent to inquire with the property owners to see if they are willing to annex.
Council member Slade favored the parking reductions because they will be beneficial to some of the
businesses that have expressed concerns to her.
Mayor Fleming opened and closed the public hearing with no comment noted.
Council member Clancy, seconded by Council member Slade, made a motion “ to adopt the resolution amending the Interchange Business Park, Vacaville-Golden Hills Business Park, Airport Business Park and Vaca Valley Business Park policy plans and adopt the Negative Declaration.” “ Resolution No. 1999-13, Resolution Approving Amendments to the Industrial Park Policy Plan,” was approved by the following vote:
AYES: Council members Augustine, Clancy, Slade, Vice Mayor Wood and Mayor Fleming
NOES: None
ABSENT: None
9. BUSINESS
A. AUTHORIZATION FOR THE DIRECTOR OF COMMUNITY SERVICES TO ENTER INTO A CONTRACT FOR DESIGN SERVICES, CONSTRUCTION DRAWINGS, AND COST ESTIMATE TO BUILD A SKATEBOARD PARK
The City Manager reviewed the staff report for the record. He talked about initial discussions with the City Council regarding the Skateboard Park, the inability to supervise the facility on a full time basis, and the law which limited use by children 14 years and older in order to obtain liability insurance. Since that time, the Police Activities League has become involved with the project and an operational concept plan has been developed. Director of Community Services Linda Celestre reviewed the public-private partnership developed with the Police Activities League. She pointed out that PAL would lease the skateboard park site and build the park. PAL will staff the facility and it will be insured by the PAL insurance policy, which will allow children of all ages to utilize the park. In order to proceed further, Director Celestre asked that the City Council authorize her to enter into a contract (not to exceed $13,000) for final design, construction drawings and specifications, and a cost estimate.
Council member Clancy confirmed that all ages will be able to utilize the park. Director Celestre
reiterated that it would be open to all ages since it will be run by PAL and insured under their policy.
Mayor Fleming expressed concern regarding usage to justify the cost and effort being put into the project,
and the hope that kids will no longer use Andrews Park for the activity, which is causing damage to
the
park furniture.
Council member Clancy commented on the successful Benicia skateboard park and felt it would be a good
project.
Mayor Fleming asked for public comment.
Lou Derfuss stated that while he did not support a skateboard park initially, the addition of full time
supervision made it more desirable. He felt it could be a benefit to the youth.
Curtis Stocking, member of the PAL Board, stated the Board is very excited about the concept and the
possibility of bonding law enforcement with the youth in Vacaville. He stated that the Board is
willing to
raise one-half of the funds needed to construct the park, and would ask that the City Council match
PAL’
s fund raising efforts.
CC Yin, PAL Board member, stated that the Board is committed to raise $90,000 from private donations
and asked that the City Council consider a like contribution to the project.
The City Manager advised that funding was not part of this agenda item, but will be part of the
discussions for preparation of the budget that will be presented to the City Council later this year.
Mayor Fleming closed the public hearing.
Council member Augustine offered his support for the project. He stated that he was glad the park would be open to all ages and that supervision would be provided. He asked that Vacaville residents be given priority for using the park. Council member Augustine stated that the youth should also be responsible for maintaining the park.
Vice Mayor Wood, seconded by Council member Augustine, made a motion “ to authorize the
Director of
Community Services to enter into a contract for design services, construction drawings, and a cost
estimate to build a skateboard park.” Motion unanimously approved.
The City Manager gave a report on the major accomplishments for 1998, as well as new and ongoing issues for 1999.
The City Council congratulated City staff and the City Manager for their dedication to the organization,
which enabled so many accomplishments during 1998. Council member Augustine asked for additional
information concerning the public transportation routes and ridership statistics.
10. REPORTS OF CITY MANAGER
Mayor Fleming stated he would contact each of the commissioners to inquire about their desire to continue serving. Therefore, at this time, he does not know if there will be any outside appointments. Council member Slade stated that, in the event some of the commissioners do not wish to seek reappointment, she would like to be involved in the interview process for replacements. Mayor Fleming agreed.
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The City Manager announced the February 2, 1999, Strategic Planning Session, 6-8 p.m., A/B Conference Room, City Hall.
11. REPORTS OF CITY COUNCIL
Council member Slade announced a public hearing of the Solano Community Action Committee, February 3, 6:30 at the Three Oaks Community Center. She also asked that the “ Family Resource Center” presentation be scheduled for a future meeting. Council member Slade asked her colleagues to set aside some pre-scheduled study session dates to help alleviate calendar conflicts.
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Council member Augustine talked about the California Drive house destruction. He commended Cherelyn Ellington for running the PowerPoint presentation during the City Manager’ s Annual Report.
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Vice Mayor Wood announced the Y2K breakfast presentation, co-sponsored by the City and the Chamber of Commerce, January 27 at 7:15 a.m., at the Opera House.
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Mayor Fleming complemented Council member Slade on the outstanding job she did as Chairperson of the International Home Foods Community Response Team. Mayor Fleming talked about the upcoming Sesquicentennial Vacaville will celebrate in conjunction with the State of California. He stated he would like to develop a program to celebrate the 150 years by forming a “ Mayor’ s Special Committee” . He solicited input from his colleagues and residents of the City who have ideas about the celebration, or who may want to serve on the committee.
12. PAYMENT OF CLAIMS – It was moved and seconded “ to
order the payroll register dated January
15, 1999, and check register dated January 20, 1999, paid.” Motion unanimously approved.
CLOSED SESSION – None
14. ADJOURNMENT – There being no further business before the
City Council, Mayor Fleming
adjourned the regular meeting of January 26, 1999, at 9:20 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
Kathleen M. Andronico, City Clerk