Tuesday, October 16, 2012
Presiding: Mayor McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:53 p.m. · 7 items · 9 votes · 30 public comments
What happened
- Rejected $745,753 contract to repair Dornan Drive tunnel 4-3 (Beckles, Butt, McLaughlin, Ritterman dissenting).
- Approved policy on assaults against elected officials and city staff 4-3 (Bates, Boozé, Rogers dissenting).
- Approved researching solar lights along Richmond Parkway after hearing 4 public comments.
- Received report on Richmond Recreation Tennis Program restart timeline with no vote taken.
- Approved 8 routine items including $750,000 legal contract extension with Holland & Knight for Chevron lawsuits.
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Contracts(4 items)
Hire Conflo Services for emergency asbestos removal at city auditorium
In Plain English
The city discovered asbestos in the auditorium's air handling and boiler rooms. This creates immediate health risks for workers and visitors. The emergency contract allows work to begin without the usual bidding process required for safety reasons.
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Votes
Approve the contract
7 to 0
Award $745,753 contract to repair Dornan Drive tunnel
In Plain English
The city needs to repair the Dornan Drive tunnel infrastructure. The contract includes $74,575 in contingency funds for unexpected costs during construction. If approved, the city also pays an additional $31,000 for design services during the work.
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Votes
Approve the contract
4 to 1
Continue the item to the October 23, 2012, City Council meeting in order for staff to report on the necessity to repair the Dornan Drive Tunnel at this time
3 to 4
Increase contract with CPS HR Consulting by $2,720 for firefighter trainee exam
In Plain English
The city contracts with CPS HR Consulting to create and run written tests for firefighter trainee positions. The original contract needs an additional $2,720 to complete the exam process. If approved, the total contract value increases from $39,500 to $42,220.
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Votes
Approve the amendment
7 to 0
Hire recruiting firm to find new Risk Manager for $23,000
In Plain English
The city needs to fill its Risk Manager position, which handles insurance claims and workplace safety issues. Alliance Resource Consulting will conduct a statewide search to find qualified candidates. If approved, the recruitment process costs up to $23,000 and runs through February 2013.
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Votes
Approve the contract
Governance(1 item)
Discuss policy on assaults against elected officials and city staff
In Plain English
City leaders want to create or update rules about what happens when someone physically attacks council members or city employees. The discussion will cover how to prevent these incidents and how to respond when they occur. This affects workplace safety for people who serve the public.
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Votes
Table Item J-5
4 to 3
Table the matter
4 to 3
Infrastructure(2 items)
Apply for $3 million state loan to upgrade city streetlights
In Plain English
The city wants to borrow up to $3 million from California to replace old streetlights with energy-efficient LED bulbs. The loan gets repaid using money saved on electricity bills from the new lights. If approved, any rebates from the upgrades fund additional streetlight improvements across the city.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 114-12
7 to 0
Research feasibility of solar lights along Richmond Parkway
In Plain English
The Richmond Parkway currently has limited lighting along its length. City staff will study whether solar-powered lights could improve safety and visibility for drivers and pedestrians. The research will examine costs, maintenance needs, and technical requirements before any installation decisions.
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Votes
Direct staff to return to the City Council with a preliminary report in 30 days
Miscellaneous(1 item)
Receive report on Richmond Recreation Tennis Program restart timeline
In Plain English
The city's tennis program for residents has been suspended. Staff will present a plan to bring back tennis classes and activities through the Richmond Youth Tennis Center. The report includes when programming could restart and what services would be offered.
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Approved as a group without individual discussion.