2021-02-22 Regular Meeting MinutesCitv of Gilrov
Citv Council Meetinq Minutes
February 22, 2021
I. OPENING
A. Call to Order
The meeting was called to order at 6.00 PM by Mayor Marie Blankley
1. Pledge of Allegiance
Council Member Hilton led the pledge of allegiance.
2. Invocation
Pastor Greg Quirke from South Valley Community Church led the invocation.
3. City Clerk's Report on Posting the Agenda
Deputy City Clerk Guzzetta reported the agenda was posted on February 17,
2021 at 11:15 a.m.
Attendee Name Title
Status
Arrived
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Blankley Mayor
Remote
6:00 PM
_Marie
Rebeca Armendariz Council Member
Remote
6:00 PM
Dion Bracco _ _ �Council Member Remote
6:00 PM
Zach Hilton I Council Member
Remote
6:00 PM
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Peter Leroe-Munoz Council Member
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Remote
6:00 PM
Carol Marques Council Member
Remote
6:00 PM
Fred Tovar . Council Member
Absent
B. Orders of the Day
C. Employee Introductions
Community Development Director announced the promotion of
Robert Carrera to
Management Analyst.
II. CEREMONIAL ITEMS
A. Proclamations, Awards, and Presentations
1. Proclamation Honoring Retiring Employee Robert Bozzo
Mayor Blankley presented the proclamation.
2. Proclamation Honoring Retiring Employee Mitch Madruga
Mayor Blankley presented the proclamation.
III. PRESENTATIONS TO THE COUNCIL
Patrick Flautt advocated for placing the Slow Streets Program on the agenda to
reduce traffic volume and speeds to prioritize walking and biking on residential
streets.
Eugene Bernosky, Silicon Valley Bike Council South Valley lead, expressed
support for placing the Slow Streets Program on an upcoming agenda due to the
increased number of pedestrians and bicyclists.
Gannon J voiced support for the Slow Streets Program on a future council
agenda as it reduces traffic loads on residential streets to prioritize biking and
walking.
Michelle Wexler asked the Council to place the Slow Streets Program on a future
agenda as it is a great way to promote outdoor physical activity while social
distancing.
Sean Reedy requested the Council place the Slow Streets Program on a future
agenda.
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Ed Solis, Open Streets Program in San Jose, voiced support and shared
excitement for a potential slow streets program as it allows the public to access
the greatest amount of space for physical activity through the use of streets.
IV. REPORTS OF COUNCIL MEMBERS
Council Member Armendariz reported on attending the Silicon Valley Clean
Energy orientation, High Speed Rail Authority, Joint Silicon Valley Habitat
Agency Implementation Board and Executive Board, and upcoming VTA
Committee Meeting on Thursday. The Council Member discussed the shared
Committee meeting with the Mayor with Supervisors Chavez and Simitian on
Saturdays to discuss COVID and to identify resources and vaccination services.
Council Member Marques attended the Gilroy Downtown Business Associaticn
retreat to discuss goals for 2021, announced that Gilroy Gardens is planning on a
May 22 opening, and reported on the Homeless Ad hoc committee meeting vuth
stakeholders and upcoming meetings with Salvation Army, Compassion Center
and St. Joseph's which will be presenting to Council soon at an upcoming Stt,dy
Session..
Council Member Hilton reported that South County United for Health is working
to develop the Santa Clara County Children's Outdoor Bill of Rights and is
sending a survey to caregivers and parents with a deadline to complete by March
5, 2021, announced that Santa Clara County Behavioral Health has launched the
Get Help Suicide Prevention campaign for middle-aged males, and announced
the Silicon Valley Clean Energy Board approved reduction of rates effective in
March and provided additional updates on transition of rate options. He thanked
Gilroy Firefighters, AFSCME, City Staff, and community volunteers for staffing
COVID Vaccination Clinics.
Council Member Leroe-Munoz reported that the Historic Heritage Committee met
and at their March meeting will be looking at Bylaws and goals for the next year
on the Third Wednesday of the Month. He acknowledged and thanked City
Administrator Forbis for facilitating the Strategic Planning Session on Saturday,
February 20, 2021.
Mayor Blankley announced attending the Cities Association where they
discussed the Brown Act and potential violations of recurring Saturday morning
meetings with County Supervisors resulting in rotating attendance. She also
announced with VTA, they are continuing to ensure Measure B funds are going
to the cities as promised, potential changes in VTA governance are being
discussed, and VTA has suggested a transit oriented proposal near the Gilroy/
train station.
V. FUTURE COUNCIL INITIATED AGENDA ITEMS
Council Member Hilton asked to add the Slow Streets Program to a future Ciiy
Council meeting as it reduces traffic and speed volume on city streets. City
Administrator Forbis recommended returning to Council with a brief informational
item on the Slow Street Program at the first meeting in April.
VI. CONSENT CALENDAR (ROLL CALL VOTE)
There was no public comment.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
SECONDER: Carol Marques, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
A. Minutes of the February 1, 2021 Regular Meeting
B. Approval of the Tenth Amendment to the Single Tenant Lease Agreement
With Gilroy Gardens Family Theme Park Extending the Lease by One Year
C. Gilroy Arts Alliance (GAA) Lease Agreement Amendment
D. Sports Park Ad Hoc Committee Appointments
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VII. BIDS AND PROPOSALS
A. Award a Contract to Balch Petroleum Contractors & Builders, Inc. for the
Fuel Station Secondary Containment Components Repair Project (No. 21-
PW-264), and approve a project expenditure of $182,875.
City Engineer Heap presented the report.
There was no public comment.
Possible Action:
Award a contract to Balch Petroleum Contractors & Builders, Inc. in the
amount of $166,250 with an additional project contingency of $16,625 (10%)
for a total project cost of $182,875 for the construction of the Fuel Station
Secondary Containment Components Repair, Project No. 21-PW-264, and
authorize the City Administrator to execute the contract and associated
documents.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
SECONDER: Rebeca Armendariz, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
B. Approval of an On -Call Consultant Selection List for Planning Services,
Environmental Reviews and Historical Evaluations, 21-RFQ-CDD-330
Management Analyst Carrera presented the report.
There was no public comment.
Possible Action:
Approve an on -call consultant selection list for planning services,
environmental reviews and historical evaluations, 21-RFQ-CDD-330.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Dion Bracco, Council Member
SECONDER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
Vill. PUBLIC HEARINGS - NONE
IX. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
A. Introduction of an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy
Amending Chapter 19 of the Gilroy City Code Entitled "Smoking
Prohibited" Modifying Sections 1913.2 (9) Pertaining to Parks; finding that
the project is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section
15061(b)(3).
Recreation Manager Henig presented the report.
There was no public comment.
Possible Action:
a) Motion to read the ordinance by title only and waive further reading
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
SECONDER: Rebeca Armendariz, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
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b) Find that the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California
Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines
Section 15061(b)(3) because it can be seen clearly that the ordinance
would not have a significant impact on the environment.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
SECONDER: Carol Marques, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
c) Introduce an ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gilroy
amending Chapter 19 of the Gilroy City Code entitled "Smoking
Prohibited" Modifying Sections 1913.2 (9) Pertaining to Parks.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Peter Leroe-Munoz, Council Member
SECONDER: Dion Bracco, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
INTRODUCTION OF NEW BUSINESS
Gilroy Renters and Small Business Protections During Covid-19
Program Administrator DeLeon presented the report.
Chelsea Muller from Destination Home thanked the Council for exploring options
to assist people.
Vanessa spoke on eviction moratoriums and urged Gilroy to be aggressive and
look at stronger eviction protections.
Diana thanked Council for the update and asked the Council to consider
extending protections to vulnerable populations.
Council Member Armendariz made a motion for staff to bring back language fiat
would include a temporary moratorium on rental increases and on the eviction of
residential tenants for non-payment of rent, for commercial tenants, small
businesses for non-payment of rent, includes language for the recovery of rent
up to 80% with a timeline, and language that protects renters from no fault
evictions or for nonpayment of rent due to COVID impacts.
Possible Action:
Receive report.
RESULT:
APPROVE AS AMENDED [4 TO 21
MOVER:
Rebeca Armendariz, Council Member
SECONDER:
Zach Hilton, Council Member
AYES:
Rebeca Armendariz, Zach Hilton, Peter Leroe-Munoz, Carol
Marques
NAYS:
Marie Blankley, Dion Bracco
ABSENT:
Fred Tovar
Facility and Recreation Program Needs Assessment Conducted by PROS
Consulting, Inc.
Recreation Manager Henig presented the report.
There was no public comment.
Possible Action:
Receive report.
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C. Rescinding of Gilroy City Council Resolution 2019-70 City Housing Loans
for Executive and Appointed Positions (Adopting a Policy for the Provision
of Housing Loans to Newly Appointed City Officers, Deputy City
Administrator, Department Heads and/or Department Directors)
City Administrator Forbis presented the report.
There was no public comment
Possible Action:
Adopt a resolution to rescind resolution 2019-70 adopted on October 28,
2019 that adopted a policy for the provision of housing loans to newly
appointed City Officers, Deputy City Administrator, Department Heads,
and/or Department Directors.
RESULT: APPROVE [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Carol Marques, Council Member
SECONDER: Dion Bracco, Council Member
AYES: Blankley, Armendariz, Bracco, Hilton, Leroe-Munoz, Marques
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
D. Consideration of a Resolution of the Council of the City of Gilroy
Expressing Support for Actions to Further Strengthen Local Democracy,
Authority, and Control as Related to Local Zoning and Housing Issues
City Administrator Forbis presented the report
There was no public comment.
Possible Action:
Adopt a resolution expressing the City's support of efforts to retain and
strengthen local authority and control as related to local zoning and
housing issues.
RESULT: APPROVE [4 TO 2]
MOVER: Dion Bracco, Council Member
SECONDER: Carol Marques, Council Member
AYES: Marie Blankley, Dion Bracco, Peter Leroe-Munoz, Carol
Marques
NAYS: Rebeca Armendariz, Zach Hilton
ABSENT: Fred Tovar
XI. CITY ADMINISTRATOR'S REPORTS
City Administrator Forbis report that the City has a confirmed date for mattress
recycling on April 3, 2021 from 9am to 2pm at Civic Center, and has supported
cleanup efforts along the creeks, specifically San Ysidro Park, over the weekend.
XII. CITY ATTORNEY'S REPORTS - NONE
XIII. CLOSED SESSION
A. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT; Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957 and Gilroy City Code Section 17A.11(2)
Name/Title: Finance Director
B. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT; Pursuant to
Government Code Section 54957 and Gilroy City Code Section 17A.11(2)
Name/Title: Public Works Director
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Blankley adjourned the meeting
at 8:25 p.m.
Suzanne Guzzetta, CMC
Deputy/City Clerk
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