Tuesday, September 16, 2008
Presiding: Mayor Gayle McLaughlin · Called to order: 5:04 p.m. · 7 items · 15 votes · 8 public comments
What happened
- Rejected Measure T business license ballot measure endorsement.
- Approved $200,000 increase to Point Molate Navy transfer legal contract 6-1 (McLaughlin dissenting).
- Approved $4 million contract with Bay Cities Paving for 2008 street repairs.
- Approved $35 million bond issue to refinance existing wastewater debt.
- Approved 8 routine items including $215,225 architect hire to fix Richmond Swim Center problems.
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Governance(1 item)
Endorse Measure T business license ballot measure
In Plain English
Measure T appears on the November 4, 2008 ballot and would change how the city licenses businesses. The measure is also called 'A Fair Share for Richmond.' If approved, the council formally supports this ballot initiative before voters decide.
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Votes
Approve the item
3 to 1
Endorse the item contingent on the Council passing a resolution that we reimburse any businesses for any new taxes and reimburse businesses the first $250,000 of taxes. The endorsement would be contingent on the Council passing the policy
Contracts(3 items)
Increase legal contract by $200,000 for Point Molate Navy transfer
In Plain English
The city hired Gordon Hart law firm in 2009 to help transfer Point Molate land from the Navy to the city. The original $75,000 contract needs an additional $200,000 to prepare required transfer documents. If approved, total legal costs reach $275,000 to complete the land acquisition process.
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Votes
Approve the amendment
6 to 1
Increase concrete repair contract with Bay Hawk Inc by $200,000
In Plain English
The city's current concrete repair contract with Bay Hawk expires June 30, 2009. The original contract was worth $359,950 for fixing sidewalks, curbs, and other concrete infrastructure. If approved, the contract increases to $559,950 to cover additional repair work needed before the contract ends.
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Votes
Approve the contract amendment
7 to 0
Award $4 million contract to Bay Cities Paving for 2008 street repairs
In Plain English
The city needs to repave and repair deteriorating streets throughout Richmond. Bay Cities Paving submitted the winning bid to handle this construction work. If approved, the company receives $4 million to rehabilitate pavement on multiple city streets.
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Votes
Approve the contract
7 to 0
Environment(1 item)
Join Urban Environmental Accords and commit to state greenhouse gas reduction targets
In Plain English
Richmond would join a global network of cities committed to environmental sustainability and formally adopt California's greenhouse gas reduction goals. The city recently created new staff positions to manage environmental programs. If approved, Richmond commits to reducing emissions to 1990 levels by 2020 and may form a citizen taskforce to help implement green initiatives.
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Votes
Approve the item
6 to 0
Personnel(1 item)
Set wages for new Neighborhood Change Agent jobs
In Plain English
The city created a new job classification called Neighborhood Change Agent but has not yet established pay rates. This ordinance sets the salary range for these positions. If approved, the city can begin hiring people for these community-focused roles.
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Votes
Adopt Ordinance No. 22-08 N.S.
7 to 0
Budget(1 item)
Issue $35 million in bonds to refinance existing wastewater debt
In Plain English
The city wants to replace older wastewater bonds with new ones at potentially lower interest rates. This refinancing could reduce annual debt payments and free up money for other city services. If approved, the city issues up to $35 million in new bonds to pay off existing wastewater system debt.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 106-08
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.