Tuesday, January 4, 2011
Presiding: Mayor McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:32 p.m. · 7 items · 9 votes · 12 public comments
What happened
The council approved a $355,560 contract with West Bay Builders to complete the natatorium renovation, bringing total construction costs to $7.7 million. The swimming facility project received unanimous approval.
The council approved 6 engineering contracts for various city design projects over 3 years. These contracts create a pool of firms the city can hire quickly for projects like road repairs, park improvements, and building upgrades.
The council voted to review options for changing how the Richmond Municipal Sewer District is governed. The current governing structure may not be working effectively for residents or operations.
Garbage collection rates will increase by 1.01% to match inflation, as the city adjusts rates annually based on the Consumer Price Index. The council also amended a contract with Willdan Financial Services for landscape district administration in the Hilltop and Marina Bay neighborhoods.
The council supported the school district's request to waive state debt limits, allowing West Contra Costa Unified School District to borrow more money than normally permitted under California law. Discussion of 7 tow service contracts and maximum tow fees was continued to a future meeting.
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