Tuesday, September 20, 2011
Presiding: Mayor Gayle McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:30 p.m. · 4 items · 5 votes · 10 public comments
What happened
- Approved law firm contract extension to seek federal transportation funding 4-1 (Boozé dissenting).
- Approved creating Code Enforcement Superintendent position with $7,277-$8,829 monthly salary.
- Approved extending ADT contract for city security cameras through December 2012.
- Approved $29,689 contract to improve Wharf Street railroad crossing.
- Approved banning possession and discharge of all fireworks within city limits.
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Contracts(3 items)
Extend ADT contract for city security cameras through December 2012
In Plain English
The city's security camera system warranty expires soon and needs extension. The contract also adds new cameras to the existing network around Richmond. If approved, the city pays ADT up to $375,000 for warranty service and new equipment through December 2012.
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Votes
adopted Resolution No. 83-11
5 to 0
Extend law firm contract to seek federal transportation funding
In Plain English
The city hired Manatt, Phelps & Phillips law firm to help secure federal money from Congress for transit and infrastructure projects. This amendment adds $40,000 to their contract to continue lobbying efforts through December 2011. Cybertran International pays half the cost, so Richmond pays only $20,000 net.
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Votes
approve an amendment to the contract with Manatt, Phelps & Phillips, LLP to continue efforts in seeking funding from the six-year Surface Transportation Reauthorization Bill for transit, rail, and other infrastructure projects in the City of Richmond, increasing the contract amount in an amount not to exceed $40,000, with half of the cost coming from Cybertran International, Inc. for a net cost to the city of $20,000, and extending the term to December 31, 2011, and requesting that Cybertran put in writing that it will comply with the city's Local Hire Ordinance
4 to 1
Award $29,689 contract to improve Wharf Street railroad crossing
In Plain English
The city selected Whiteside Concrete Construction as the lowest bidder for safety improvements at the Wharf Street railroad crossing. The project includes $29,689 for construction plus $2,968 in contingency funds. If approved, total cost reaches $32,658 to upgrade crossing infrastructure where trains intersect the street.
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Votes
approved the construction contract with Whiteside Concrete Construction
5 to 0
Personnel(1 item)
Create new Code Enforcement Superintendent position with $7,277-$8,829 monthly salary
In Plain English
The city wants to add a new management role in the Code Enforcement department. This superintendent would assist the current Code Enforcement Manager with overseeing staff who handle building violations and property maintenance issues. The position pays between $87,324 and $105,948 per year.
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Votes
adopted Ordinance No. 22-11
5 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.