Tuesday, November 24, 2015

The council voted down changes to Police Commission operations by a 4-2 vote, with only Pimplé and Mayor Butt supporting the revisions. The proposed updates would have changed rules governing how the commission oversees police policies and investigates officer complaints.

The council unanimously approved a housing initiative for Marina Way South rather than sending it to voters. The resident-submitted initiative would change zoning rules to allow a 59-unit housing project in the area.

Two presentations were received without votes: one on a Summer of Minecraft youth training program from July 2015, and another on the Community Wi-Fi Project involving the West Contra Costa school district and local nonprofits. The wi-fi initiative aims to expand internet access throughout the community.

The council approved new contract bidding transparency requirements, with Pimplé abstaining. Staff must now disclose all competing bids and explain their selection process before the council votes on contracts.

The council approved 10 routine items on consent, including banning acronyms and jargon during city council meetings and certifying a citizen petition to limit city manager pay met signature requirements.