ANTIOCH CITY
COUNCIL
Regular
Meeting November
14, 2000
7:00 P.M. Council
Chambers
Mayor Rocha
called the meeting to order at 7:05 P.M.,
congratulating Mayor Elect Freitas and Councilmembers Elect Kalinowski and Simonsen.
City Clerk Martin called the roll.
Present: Councilmembers Freitas, Davis, and Mayor Rocha
Absent: Councilmember Soliz
Councilmember
Soliz arrived at 7:22 P.M.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember
Davis led the Council and audience in the Pledge of Allegiance.
ANNOUNCEMENTS OF CIVIC AND COMMUNITY EVENTS
Cheryl Dunn,
representing Delta Word Weavers and the Antioch Public Library, announced
Toleration 2000 on November 18, 2000, at 7:00 P.M. at Los
Medanos College.
PRESENTATION
MARY ALLAN CTEACHER
OF THE YEAR
Mayor Rocha
honored Ms. Allan by recognizing her as Teacher of the Year. Ms. Allan thanked
Mayor Rocha for the presentation.
PUBLIC COMMENTS
Elvin Scott
updated the community on his efforts to obtain a hearing with the IRS. He noted
information was available on his website regarding pension funds.
Cheryl Dunn,
Contra Costa Coordinator for the California Worthy Wage Coalition, discussed
Governor Davis= signing of AB
212. She asked the Council to support various issues and bills affecting the
salaries of Childcare Teachers currently in the legislature.
Mayor Rocha
noted she felt the poor wages received by those who care for our children and
elderly in need of constant care should be of concern to everyone. She stated she believed in a living wage for
everyone, and especially those who care for our most vulnerable citizens.
Fran Vaughan
thanked family and friends who supported him during his campaign for a Council
seat. He encouraged the community to stay active in the future and
congratulated Councilmembers Elect Kalinowski and Simonsen and Mayor Elect
Freitas.
Jean Kuberra
read a letter addressed to Mayor Rocha from the State of California Department
of Justice in behalf of Bill Lockyer, California Attorney General, dated August
11, 2000, regarding the update of the General Plan.
City Manager
Ramsey stated the City had responded to the letter regarding the preparation
process for the General Plan update.
Mayor Rocha announced
the agendized public hearing items would be continued to November 28, 2000.
COUNCIL REGULAR AGENDA
1. ANIMAL SERVICES UPDATE #1302‑01
City Manager Ramsey introduced the item and provided a brief background of Animal Services.
Police
Chief Moczulski
introduced Lieutenant Stephen McConnell who presented the staff report dated
October 31, 2000 and provided a brief overhead presentation.
David Stegman,
Executive Director of Tony LaRussa's Animal Rescue Foundation, discussed the
collaboration efforts of their organization with the City, which would focus on
community outreach, volunteer recruitment, marketing, animal adoption, rescue
programs and ultimately result in fewer animals being euthanized. He stated they were looking forward to
working with the City to move their agenda forward.
Police Chief
Moczulski followed up the staff report presentation with a brief summary of the
City's response to the American Humane Association's recommendations, the
formation of a partnership with Animal Rescue Foundation and asked Council to
approve the recommendations as outlined on pages 9 and 10 of the staff report.
City Manager
Ramsey noted it was also staff's recommendation for Animal Services to provide
quarterly progress reports to the City Council.
Councilmember
Soliz voiced his continued support of the program. He did not feel the Hayden Bill was the sole reason for
overcrowding at the Shelter, noting the City=s increased population since the Shelter was built, coupled
with the absence of any changes to the facility itself. He urged staff to recruit for the Supervisor=s vacancy through Veterinarian
Schools.
Jean Kuberra
voiced her support of the City sharing its resources with all of East County,
in an effort to increase the scope of treatment and care given the animals.
Barbara
Sobalvarro expressed concern for the number of animals that had to be
euthanized along with the condition of the Shelter during her recent visit. She
took exception to the staff report noting her figures for this year through
September indicated an increase euthanasia and a decline in adoptions. She requested the Council form a citizen=s committee and be specific
regarding ARF=s involvement
in the community. She presented the
City Council with surveys prepared by citizens of Antioch regarding the
conditions of the current shelter facility.
Carmen Aguilar‑Ochoa
commended those involved for his or her dedication to the animal population.
She suggested the City divert funds from the Arts, Music and Culture to the Animal
over population. She requested the Spay and Neuter clinic provide signs stating
adopted pets can choose to go to private vets and the formation of a citizen's
advisory group.
Nancy Ross, a
volunteer at the Antioch Shelter, voiced her support of the animal shelter,
staff and volunteers. She further noted she supports the upgrading of the
positions, partnership with ARF, and citizens= advisory group. She
encouraged the council to assure ARF includes all of the existing animal
groups, pursue the build out and additional staff on Saturdays. She requested
clarification on the holding period for animals.
Dorothy Moure
expressed her concern regarding ARF not requiring mandatory spaying and
neutering of animals before adoption.
Karen Kopps,
President of Friends of Animal Services, voiced the groups support of the
recommendations of staff and the partnership with ARF. She urged the City Council to adopt the
operating policy.
Jim Conley
voiced his support of the Animal Shelter combining efforts with ARF and urged
the Council to approve the recommendations.
Shannon
Dulmere, Mary Dempsey, Mildred Beck and Staci Webb did not wish to speak, but
provided written comment for Council's consideration.
Lieutenant
McConnell reviewed the procedures for Veterinary care of the animals at the
shelter.
Following
discussion, Police Chief Moczulski stated he was committed to being involved in
the frequent meetings with the public, adding the meetings would be adequately
noticed. He voiced his support for
quarterly reports to the City Council.
David Stegman
noted there would be public meetings approximately every couple of months.
Terry Rodman,
Director of Programs for ARF, reiterated ARF=s commitment to mandatory spaying or neutering prior to
releasing any animal for adoption.
On motion by
Councilmember Soliz, seconded by Councilmember Davis, the Council unanimously
approved the following:
1. INTERMEDIATE PHILOSOPHY ‑ Adopting an intermediate holding philosophy would be a blend of both short‑term and long‑term care based on the daily conditions and needs within the shelter with an emphasis on aggressive health, disease and sanitation procedures. As a matter of practice, the Antioch Animal Shelter has regularly exceeded the fourteen-day holding period and it is our desire to continue this practice and provide each and every animal an opportunity for adoption. Although, it is our desire to do so, our success is dependent upon the successful implementation of collaborative efforts with animal welfare organizations, to include strong marking and adoption programs. An intermediate philosophy provides shelter staff with the flexibility to address the constantly changing animal population, while maintaining the animals= best interests, our principal objective.
1. Reclassify the supervisor position to a manager to increase management expertise and authority of accountability.
2. Reclassify the animal shelter clerical personnel from the current job classification of Secretary II to that of a Customer Service Representative.
3. Approve the partnership between the City of Antioch and Tony LaRussa's Animal Rescue Foundation. This collaboration would focus on community outreach, volunteer recruitment, marketing, animal adoption, rescue programs and ultimately in fewer animals being euthanized.
4. Maintain the existing animal care facility while maximizing the partnership with ARF to increase animal adoptions and volunteer assistance with the shelter=s animal care.
5. Quarterly reports will come back to the City Council regarding progress and any issues that need to be resolved regarding this partnership. The first report due April 2001.
Mayor
Rocha declared a recess at 9:20 P.M. the meeting
reconvened at 9:37 P.M. with all Members,
with the exception of Councilmember Freitas who arrived at 9:38 P.M.
2. FILLING OF CITY
COUNCIL VACANCY; OPTIONS AND TIMING #301‑01
City Attorney
Galstan presented the staff report dated November 6, 2000, recommending the
City Council receive and file the report.
In response to
Councilmember Davis, City Manager Ramsey clarified the cost for an election for
the vacant City Council seat could range between $30,000 and $80,000.
Fran Vaughan
voiced his support for the City Council to appoint the third runner up in the
November 7, 2000 Election, James W. Conley, to the remaining City Council seat.
1. REVIEW OF NOISE STUDY FOR THE SKATE PARK FACILITY AT PREWETT FAMILY PARK (PW 394‑15A) #1402‑01
Public
Works Director
Brandt presented the staff report dated November 6, 2000, recommending Council
review the noise study prepared by the acoustical firm of Bollard & Brennan
for the Skate Park Facility at Prewett Family Park and direct staff to continue
the current security arrangements at the park.
Dave Wetmore
discussed the positive results of the security firm Peace Keepers, noting the
after-hours problems at the skate park had been eliminated. He reviewed the financial impact to the City from vandalism. He further noted vandalism had ceased since
Peace Keepers had been on site.
Police Chief
Moczulski stated they had seen a tremendous reduction in after hours activity
at the site and provided statistics for the City Council to consider.
Councilmember
Freitas requested staff update the Council in the Spring, Summer and Fall.
On motion by
Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Soliz, the Council unanimously
received the report and directed staff to continue the current security
arrangements at the park.
2. PREWETT FAMILY WATERPARK ‑ ANNUAL FINANCIAL REPORT FOR THE 2000 SEASON AND PROPOSED SCHEDULE AND FEES FOR THE 2001 SEASON
#1402‑03
Dave Whitmore presented the staff report dated November 7, 2000 and gave a brief overhead presentation reviewing the 2000 Season, recommending Council approve the proposed schedule and fees for the 2001 Season.
Councilmember Freitas stated he could not support staff's recommendation without a discount to the Mello Roos rate payers.
On motion by Councilmember Soliz, seconded by Councilmember Davis, the Council approved the proposed schedule and fees for the 2001 Season.
The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Rocha, Soliz, Davis NOES: Freitas
3. ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 9‑5.3828.1 TO THE ANTIOCH MUNICIPAL CODE, DEALING WITH OUTDOOR RETAIL SALES #202‑06
Community
Development Director
Ward presented the staff report dated November 14, 2000, recommending Council
receive and file the report.
Councilmember
Soliz stated he felt the ordinance was too restrictive in its referral to
retail development and requested Council remove the section dealing with
undeveloped property.
ORDINANCE NO. 979‑C‑S
On motion by
Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Davis, the Council adopted the
ordinance as presented. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Rocha,
Freitas, Davis NOES: Soliz
6. DRAFT PRINCIPALS
OF AGREEMENT FOR INTERIM TREATED WATER SUPPLY #1202‑01
Public Works Deputy
Director Harrington presented the staff report dated November 14, 2000,
recommending Council approve, in concept, the modified Draft Principles of the
Agreement, as submitted by the Contra Costa Water District to the City of
Antioch, to provide an interim treated water supply from the District's portion
of the Randall‑Bold Water Treatment plant and direct the Public Works
Director to finalize the agreement.
Councilmember
Freitas stated since the City was renting the facility, his concerns were regarding
the methodology as it pertained to the prorated value for wear and tear of the
facility. He requested Director of
Finance/Leisure Services Tasker review the principle regarding compensation for
interest costs as the raw water provision included principal and interest.
Councilmember
Soliz suggested staff consider the possibility of looking at East Bay Municipal
Utility District as an alternative and requested a discussion item regarding
this issue for Council consideration.
Public Works Deputy Director Harrington stated this item would be
considered as part of the future long‑term solution study.
On motion by
Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Davis, the Council unanimously
approved, in concept, a modified Draft Principles of Agreement with the
following changes to bullet points #5 and #10 to read:
1. A separate agreement to deliver treated water from the District's portion of the Randall‑Bold Water Treatment Plant from their clearwell to the City's distribution system will be negotiated between the City and Diablo Water District.
1. The term of the agreement will be five years with 5‑year renewal from agreement executed by both the City and the District.
And the addition of principals #=s 11 and 12 to read:
2. In the event of the consolidation of Diablo Water District and Iron House Sanitation District this agreement shall not be changed or altered.
3. The District shall provide the City with all documentation in a reasonable amount of time once it is requested.
Staff was directed to ascertain the reasoning behind Bullet point #7. The question being, why would the City be responsible for equipment it does not own but is directed to maintain: Aa prorated value for wear and tear of the Treatment Plan facilities.@
PUBLIC HEARING
7a. RESTAURANT DEFINITION CATEGORIES #204‑01
This item was continued to the next regular Council Meeting on November 28, 2000.
7b. TAYLOR
PROPERTIES REQUESTS APPROVALS FOR A FINAL DEVELOPMENT PLAN FOR AN OFFICE DEVELOPMENT
WITHIN PHASE 4 INCLUDING A LIGHTING PLAN FOR BOTH PHASES 3 AND 4 AND A USE
PERMIT TO ALLOW CHILD CARE WITHIN THE OFFICE DESIGNATION OF THE GENERAL PLAN ON
PROPERTY LOCATED WEST OF THE NORTHWEST CORNER OF LONE TREE WAY AND HILLCREST
AVENUE (WILLIAMSON RANCH PLAZA) (PD‑00‑02,
UP‑00‑15A) #202‑03
This item was continued to the next regular Council Meeting on November 28, 2000.
COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
1. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL MINUTES October 24, 2000 #301‑03
2. APPROVAL OF COUNCIL WARRANTS #401‑02
3. REJECTION OF CLAIMS #704‑07
1. Claim of Mehmet Kutsal, #00/01‑1177
2. Claim of Thomas & Ardith Denney, #00/01‑1189
4. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/141 ACCEPTING THE PROPOSAL FROM BROWN AND CALDWELL FOR UPDATING THE CITY'S URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN (PW 340‑6) #1202‑01
5. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/142 APPROVING A REVISION TO THE PROPOSAL FROM MCGILL, MARTIN, SELF, INC. TO INCLUDE UNDERGROUNDING OF EXISTING OVERHEAD UTILITIES IN THE WIDENING OF EAST EIGHTEENTH STREET FROM WILLOW AVENUE TO STATE HIGHWAY 4/160 (PW 225‑20) #1102‑04
6. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/143 APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY CLERK TO ADVERTISE FOR BIDS FOR THE EXTENSION OF "A" STREET FROM SIXTH STREET TO SECOND STREET (PW 516‑A) #1102‑04
7. CONSIDERATION OF BIDS FOR THE DEMOLITION AND REMOVAL OF BUILDINGS AND STRUCTURES AT MISCELLANEOUS LOCATIONS (PW 469‑17) #1001‑02
8. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/144 DECLARING INTENTION TO ESTABLISH UNDERGROUND UTILITY DISTRICT NO. 17 ON SOMERSVILLE ROAD BETWEEN WEST TENTH STREET AND STATE HIGHWAY 4 (PW 300‑17) #806‑02
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/145 AMENDING THE 2000‑2001 BUDGET BY REALLOCATING ONE METER TECHNICIAN POSITION AND ONE PIPEFITTER LEADWORKER POSITION TO TWO PIPEFITTER I/II POSITIONS #509‑02
1. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/146 REASSIGNING UNIT DESIGNATION FOR ONE SECRETARY I/II POSITION #509‑03
2. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/147 REVISING CLASS SPECIFICATION FOR NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR TO NETWORK ADMINISTRATOR I/II AND ESTABLISHING COMPENSATION #509‑02
3. RESOLUTION NO. 2000/148 AUTHORIZING AGREEMENT FOR ONE GARAGE SALES OFFICE CONVERSION IN DIABLO WEST SUBDIVISION, UNIT 7 (WARMINGTON HOMES), TRACT NO. 8312, LOT 577 (PW #579‑7) #802‑02
On motion by Councilmember Davis, seconded by Councilmember Soliz, the Council unanimously approved the Consent Calendar with the exception of items A and H.
Item A ‑ Councilmember Davis stated he was not present for the meeting of October and would abstain from voting on the approval of minutes.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Soliz, the Council approved item A. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Freitas, Soliz, Rocha ABSTAIN: Davis
Item H ‑ Councilmember Davis stated he would be abstaining on voting on this item due to a conflict of interest.
On motion by Councilmember Freitas, seconded by Councilmember Soliz, the Council approved item H. The motion carried by the following vote:
AYES: Freitas, Soliz, Rocha ABSTAIN: Davis
PUBLIC COMMENTS
None
COUNCIL REPORTS/COMMUNICATIONS
Councilmember Freitas gave a brief report on the following Veteran's Day events: The Dedication of the Blue Star Memorial plaque at City Park; The National Balloon Release; and, the VFW event. He stated all events were important and encouraged the City to work with the School District to focus on Veterans and patriotism next year. He commended Councilmember Davis, staff and the Riverview Museum for their participation in these events.
Mayor Rocha read the Blue Star Memorial Marker that was dedicated at the Riverview Museum.
Councilmember Davis encouraged the Council and staff to start planning for the 4th of July celebration noting he felt it should be a special event in celebration of Antioch's becoming 150 years old.
STAFF COMMUNICATIONS
None
ADJOURNMENT
With
no further business, Mayor Rocha adjourned the meeting at 10:38 P.M., to the next regular meeting on November 28, 2000.