Tuesday, January 17, 2017
Presiding: Mayor Thomas K. Butt · Called to order: 6:31 p.m. · 15 items · 27 votes · 10 public comments
What happened
- Failed to appoint 2 new members to Citizens Police Review Commission with Beckles dissenting.
- Approved $734,000 contract with Allied Universal for security at city facilities.
- Approved 5-year contracts with police officers' union and management association covering wages and benefits.
- Approved $14,000 tuition for 3 new police officer trainees with Willis dissenting.
- Approved 12 routine items including $100,000 contract amendment with Downey Brand for Zeneca site.
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Personnel(4 items)
Approve 5-year contract with police officers' union covering wages and benefits
In Plain English
The city negotiated a new labor agreement with the Richmond Police Officers' Association that runs from July 2016 through June 2021. This contract sets wages, benefits, and working conditions for police officers. Union contracts typically include annual salary increases and changes to health insurance or retirement benefits.
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Votes
Adopt resolution approving MOU
5 to 0
Approve 5-year contract with Richmond Police Management Association
In Plain English
This agreement covers pay, benefits, and working conditions for police supervisors and managers. The current contract expired in December 2021. If approved, the new terms run from January 2017 through December 2021.
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Votes
Adopt resolution approving MOU
5 to 0
Pay $14,000 tuition for 3 new police officer trainees at county academy
In Plain English
The city needs to train 3 new police officers at the county's law enforcement academy. The training program teaches basic police skills and state certification requirements. If approved, the city pays up to $14,000 total in tuition costs for all 3 trainees.
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Votes
Approved staff's recommendation
5 to 1
Include union representatives in city budget planning discussions
In Plain English
The city currently creates its annual budget through internal staff discussions. This directive requires 3 members from each employee union to participate in budget planning meetings. If approved, union representatives gain direct input on spending priorities and budget decisions that affect city services and staffing levels.
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Votes
Direct staff to include up to three members of each bargaining unit as determined by the bargaining units, in budget discussions
6 to 0
Appointments(2 items)
Appoint 2 new members to Citizens Police Review Commission
In Plain English
The Citizens Police Review Commission reviews complaints against police officers and investigates misconduct allegations. Two seats became vacant and need filling. The city proposes appointing Vinay Pimplé and Diego Garcia to 4-year terms ending in November 2019.
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Votes
Appoint Diego Garcia
6 to 0
Appoint Vinay Pimplé
3 to 1
Appoint general employee representative to Personnel Board
In Plain English
City employees elected 3 nominees in October for a seat on the Personnel Board, which handles employee grievances and policy disputes. The council must choose 1 of the 3 nominees: Robert Davila, Charles Smith, or Pamela Saucer-Bilbo. This board provides employees a formal way to challenge workplace decisions.
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Votes
Appoint Robert Davila
4 to 0
Governance(6 items)
Elect vice mayor to serve during 2017
In Plain English
The city council chooses one of its members to serve as vice mayor for the year. The vice mayor runs meetings when the mayor is absent and represents the city at some events. This is a yearly appointment that rotates among council members.
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Votes
Nominated and appointed Councilmember Beckles as Vice Mayor
5 to 0
Adopt new garbage collection rates ordinance
In Plain English
The city is finalizing updates to garbage collection rates in the municipal code. This is the second and final vote on the ordinance. If approved, the new rates become official city law and take effect according to the timeline in the ordinance.
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Recognize union as official bargaining agent for city executive managers
In Plain English
The International Federation of Professional and Technical Engineers Local 21 wants to represent the city's executive management employees in contract negotiations. This formal recognition gives the union exclusive rights to negotiate salaries, benefits, and working conditions for this group. If approved, these managers gain collective bargaining power similar to other city employee unions.
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Votes
Adopt resolution recognizing IFPTE Local 21
6 to 0
Create neighborhood permit parking program for areas near major employers and colleges
In Plain English
Richmond residents living near large workplaces, colleges, or hospitals often struggle to find parking because employees and students use their streets. The new program lets neighborhoods request permits so only residents can park on their blocks during certain hours. If approved, residents would pay a fee for permits while non-residents face parking restrictions or fines.
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Votes
Ordinance received first reading and laid over two weeks
6 to 0
Adopt formal statement supporting increased state funding for adult education
In Plain English
The city wants to officially ask California to spend more money on adult education programs. These programs help residents earn high school diplomas, learn English, and gain job skills. If approved, Richmond joins other cities asking the state legislature for more funding.
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Votes
Adopt resolution in support of increased adult education funding
6 to 0
Rename Richmond Greenway bicycle trail to Lillie Mae Jones Trail
In Plain English
The city proposes to change the name of the Richmond Greenway, a bicycle and pedestrian trail that runs through the city. The trail would be renamed the Lillie Mae Jones Trail to honor a community member. The trail itself remains unchanged, with the same routes and facilities for walkers and cyclists.
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Votes
Approve renaming proposal
6 to 0
Contracts(1 item)
Approve $734,000 contract with Allied Universal for security at city facilities
In Plain English
The city needs security guards at multiple government buildings and facilities. Allied Universal would provide these services from March 2017 through December 2019. If approved, the total cost cannot exceed $734,000 over the 3-year period.
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Votes
Approved said contract
6 to 0
Environment(1 item)
Approve grant program guidelines for environmental and community projects
In Plain English
The city runs a competitive grant program that funds local environmental and community projects. The guidelines set rules for who can apply, what projects qualify, and how applications get reviewed. If approved, organizations can start applying for grants using these new 2017-18 guidelines.
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Votes
Approve guidelines and application, excluding the application's review criterion for financial viability to leverage additional funds, for organizations under $50,000
Accept staff's recommendation as presented
6 to 0
Zoning(1 item)
Amend Marina Bay Waterfront planning to create restaurant parcel
In Plain English
The city wants to change development plans for Marina Bay Waterfront property to set aside a specific area for a full-service restaurant. The current planning process does not include a designated restaurant parcel. If approved, the city manager revises the development plans to accommodate restaurant construction alongside other planned uses.
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Votes
Approve staff's recommendation
6 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.