Politics & Government
Napa City Council Agenda: August 2, 2011
Regular meeting agenda for the city council and housing authority, convening Tuesday at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m. at Napa City Hall, 955 School St.
HOUSING AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF NAPA (HACN)
3:30 P.M.
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BOARD MEMBERS
Juliana Inman, Peter Mott, Mark van Gorder, James Krider, Chair Techel, Johanna Moore, Carol Hamilton
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1.
CALL TO ORDER:
1.A.
Roll Call
2.
AGENDA REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS:
3.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
4.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
4.A.
Approve the Regular Meeting and Special Meeting Minutes of the Housing Authority:
Approve the Housing Authority Minutes of June 21, 2011 Special Meeting and Regular Meeting of June 7, 2011.
4.B.
Adopt a resolution approving a Consent and Estoppel by Lessor of Real Property pertaining to the lease of a portion of Housing Authority real property located at 522 Lincoln Avenue, Napa.
5.
Presentation of Certificate of Completion and check to Family Self Sufficiency Program Graduate.
6.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/APPEALS: None.
7.
BRIEF COMMENTS BY AGENCY MEMBER OR EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR:
8.
ADJOURNMENT:
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Authority of the City of Napa is September 6, 2011.
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: AFTERNOON SESSION 3:30 P.M.
COUNCILMEMBERS:
Juliana Inman, Peter Mott, Mark van Gorder, Vice Mayor Krider, Mayor Jill Techel
9.
CALL TO ORDER:
9.A.
Roll Call
10.
AGENDA REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS:
11.
PUBLIC COMMENT/PRESENTATIONS:
11.A.
Certificate of Appreciation for Public Service presented to Captain Scott Sedgley, Napa Fire Department.
11.B.
Presentation from the State of California Fire Chiefs, Fire Prevention Officers Section, naming Mr. Steve Jensen "Building Official of the Year".
12.
CONSENT CALENDAR:
12.A.
Approve City Council Minutes of July 19, 2011 Regular Meeting and the Special City Council Meeting of June 28, 2011.
12.B.
Adopt a Resolution amending the City Classification and Salary Plan by approving the new position of Construction Inspector Assistant and amending the Public Works Department Staffing Plan for Fiscal Year 2011-2013.
12.C.
Release of Right of First Refusal:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the Community Development Director to execute a termination of option to exercise right of first refusal to purchase the property located at 62 Bremen Court, Napa (APN: 004-670-016), and to execute a new Grant of Right of First Refusal with the new purchasers of the property.
12.D.
Adopt a resolution authorizing submittal of an application to the California State Department of Housing and Community Development for funding under the HOME Investment Partnership Program.
12.E.
Significant Tree Nomination at 1140 Stanford Court:
Adopt a resolution designating one Copper Beech Tree, located at 1140 Stanford Court (APN 041402001000) as a Significant Tree.
12.F.
Adopt a resolution to approve a Professional Services Agreement with Michael Brandman Associates (“MBA”) in an amount not to exceed $260,000 to complete preparation of an EIR and to include a 10% contingency for a maximum amount of 286,000, and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Agreement on behalf of the City.
12.G.
2011 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG-Recovery Grant) - Authorization for Budget Appropriation:
Adopt a resolution for notification and authorizing the appropriation of funds for the 2011 Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program in the amount of $24,470.
12.H.
2011 Cold In-Place Pavement Recycling Project
(ST10PW07 – Freeway Drive/ Climate Initiative Grant Project) :
Adopt a resolution authorizing the Public Works Director to complete necessary tasks associated with the 2011 Cold In-Place Pavement Recycling Project and approve a Cooperative Joint Powers Agreement between the City of Napa and Sonoma County regarding the Project; and adopt a resolution approving a revised budget for the Freeway Drive/ Climate Initiative Grant Project.
12.I.
Agreement with Falcon Ridge HOA for Water System Modifications:
Authorize the Public Works Director to execute an agreement with the Falcon Ridge Homeowners Association for the City to complete water system improvements to the existing pump station and gravity tank, and take ownership of the Falcon Ridge water system.
12.J.
Adopt a resolution approving the Final Map for Crosswinds Subdivision, Project No. PL10-0090, located at 39 Casassa Court, and authorizing the Mayor and Clerk to sign said Map.
13.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS: None
14.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL OR CITY MANAGER:
15.
CLOSED SESSION
15.A.
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS: (Government Code Section 54957.6): City designated representatives: Mike Parness, Nancy Weiss, Michael Barrett, Karyn Ezell, and Desiree Brun, and Emily Prescott, of Renne, Sloan, Holtzman, and Sakai LLP. Employee organization: Napa City Firefighters Association.
15.B.
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION: Initiation of litigation in 8 cases, pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(c).
5:00 P.M. to 6:30 P.M. CITY COUNCIL RECESS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING: EVENING SESSION 6:30 P.M.
16.
CALL TO ORDER:
16.A.
Roll Call
17.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:
18.
AGENDA REVIEW AND SUPPLEMENTAL REPORTS:
19.
COMMISSION INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS: None
20.
REPORT ACTION TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION:
21.
SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS: None
22.
PUBLIC COMMENT:
23.
ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS:
23.A.
Joint Powers Agreement for the Saratoga Drive Extension Project:
Adopt a resolution approving a Joint Powers Agreement with Napa County in conjunction with the Saratoga Drive Extension Project.
24.
CONSENT HEARINGS:
24.A.
Cooke General Plan and Zoning Amendment for 3392 Solano Avenue:
General Plan and Zoning Amendments to re-designate the property at 3392 Solano Avenue from Tourist Commercial to Community Commercial.
25.
PUBLIC HEARINGS/APPEALS:
25.A.
Alexander Crossing Apartments:
Development application to construct a 134 unit apartment complex on a 6.44 acre site at 190 Silverado Trail.
25.B.
Public Notification of Water Rate Structure and Water Rate Modifications:
Authorize staff to issue the Notification of Water Rate Adjustment to property owners based on proposed water rates and structure.
25.C.
Approve first reading and introduction of an ordinance to comply with the alternative voluntary redevelopment program pursuant to Part 1.9 of Division 24 of California Health and Safety Code in order to permit the continued existence and operation of the Napa Community Redevelopment Agency
26.
COMMENTS BY COUNCIL OR CITY MANAGER:
27.
ADJOURNMENT:
The next regularly scheduled meeting of the City of Napa City Council is August 16, 2011
INFORMATION FOR CITY MEETINGS:
Information Available: Documents related to the City Council or the Board for the Housing Authority and/or Redevelopment Agency are available at www.cityofnapa.org; or email clerk@cityofnapa.org; or contact the Office of the City Clerk: 955 School Street, Napa, CA 94559/ telephone: (707) 257-9503. Documents related to an agenda item provided to a majority of the City Council (Board) after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection at the Office of the City Clerk or in a binder so labeled in the Council Chambers on the meeting date.
Public Comment: Speaker cards are available; it is requested but not required, to submit a card to the City Clerk before the meeting begins. Speakers will be limited to five minutes and will comply with the City’s rules of order. If your comments pertain to a specific item on the agenda, reserve your comments until the item is before the City Council (Board). Time limits will be enforced by the Mayor to facilitate the fair and efficient conduct of the meeting.
Consent Calendar: Items are considered routine and may be approved by a single vote. Only the Mayor (Chair) or a majority of the City Council (Board) may authorize public input.
Consent Hearings: These routine items may be approved by a single vote; however, any member of the public or City Council (Board) may remove an item for consideration during the public hearing portion of the agenda.
Administrative Reports: Only the Mayor (Chair) or a majority of the governing body may authorize public input for these items.
Public Hearings/Appeals: Applicants (or appellants) are allowed 10 minutes to present testimony at the beginning of the public hearing, and if needed, 5 minutes to present rebuttal at the end of the public hearing. All other speakers will be limited to 5 minutes.
Meeting Dates: The City Council meets regularly on the first and third Tuesday of each month; however additional meetings may be scheduled.
Governing Law: City Council (Board) conducts all meetings in accordance with the “Ralph M. Brown Act” (California Government Code Sections 54950, et seq.) and pursuant to the City’s Rules of Order for City Council meetings (Policy Resolution 19).
MAYOR’S MESSAGE:
The City Council pledges to listen carefully to all sides of an issue, examine the rights of each individual, and consider the needs of our community before making a decision. Accordingly, the Council expects members of the audience to conduct themselves with courtesy and respect during the meeting. Thank you for your cooperation and for your public participation.
GENERAL INFORMATION:
The City Council meets regularly on the first and third Tuesday of each month. The Council may also schedule additional special meetings for the purpose of completing unfinished business and/or study session. Regular meetings are held in the Council Chambers, City Hall, 955 School Street.
NOTE: ADDITIONAL WRITTEN INFORMATION IS AVAILABLE FOR ITEMS ON THIS AGENDA, AND MAY BE OBTAINED OR REVIEWED BY VISITING THE CITY WEBSITE AT WWW.CITYOFNAPA.ORG; E-MAILING CLERK@CITYOFNAPA.ORG; OR CONTACTING THE OFFICE OF THE CITY CLERK AT 955 SCHOOL STREET, NAPA, CA. 94559 BY MAIL OR IN PERSON OR BY TELEPHONE AT (707) 257-9503.
CITY POLICY TO FACILITATE ACCESS TO PUBLIC MEETINGS
The City of Napa offers its public programs, services and meetings in a manner that is reasonably accessible to everyone, including individuals with disabilities. The City complies with all applicable requirements of the Americans with Disabilities Act and California law, and does not discriminate against any person with a disability. Wheelchair access to the Council Chambers, and speaker’s microphone, is available to all persons.
If any person has a disability and requires information or materials in an appropriate alternative format (or any other reasonable accommodation), or if you need any special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk Department at 257-9503.
If any person is hearing impaired and would like information regarding this meeting, please call the City’s telecommunications device for the deaf (TDD) at 257-9506.
In making any request for assistance, advance notice to the City forty-eight hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements.
Se les pide por favor que avise con 48 horas de anticipación cuando haga un pedido para asistencia. Esto les da suficiente tiempo antes de la junta para permitir que la ciudad tome medidas razonables.
CHALLENGING CITY DECISIONS:
The time limit within which to commence any lawsuit or legal challenge to any quasi-adjudicative decision made by the City is governed by Section 1094.6 of the Code of Civil Procedure, unless a shorter limitations period is specified by any other provision. Under Section 1094.6, any lawsuit or legal challenge to any quasi-adjudicative decision made by the City must be filed no later than the 90th day following the date on which such decision becomes final. Any lawsuit or legal challenge, which is not filed within that 90-day period, will be barred.
If a person wishes to challenge the nature of the above actions in court, they may be limited to raising only those issues they or someone else raised at the meeting described in this notice, or in written correspondence delivered to the City of Napa, at or prior to the meeting. In addition, judicial challenge may be limited or barred where the interested party has not sought and exhausted all available administrative remedies.
