Live. Life Lincoln ive Life Lincoln- Live. ife Lincoln ive: ife incoln ve  e  MINUTES CITY OF LINCOLN Regular Meeting May 22, 2018  CITY COUNCIL, PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY and REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY  OPEN SESSION MEETING City Hall - Third Floor Conference Room  1. 2.  CALL TO ORDER by Mayor Nader at 6:08PM. ROLL CALL: Councilmen present: Peter Gilbert  Dan Karleskint Gabriel Hydrick Stan Nader  Mayor Pro Tem: Mayor:  Councilmen absent: Paul Joiner  Roll Call: 41 members present, 1 members absent, 0 members excused.  Staff members present:  Matt Brower, City Manager Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney Steve Ambrose, Support Services Director Jennifer Hanson, Public Services Director Doug Lee, Police Chief RayLeftwich, City Engineer Gwen Scanlon, City Clerk  Matthew' Wheeler, Community Development Director  Various City employees, consultants and members of the public were also present. 3. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION - Mayor Nader: stated there was nothing to report.  4. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE led by Steve Archer. 5. INVOCATION by Pastor John Haggerty, New Hope Church.  6. AGENDA REVIEW MODIFICATION - Councilman Gilbert requested Item 13A, Meyers Nave Water Rate  Study Report be heard before Public Hearings and received City Council consensus.  7. CITIZENS ADDRESSING COUNCIL  a) Travis Mickel, al Lincoln resident, stated he watched the State Joint Committee on Legislative. Audit Committee (JLAC) hearing and heard Councilman Joiner state there was no reason the City of Lincoln needed to be audited when only at few months ago City Council claimed water refunds couldn't be given. He urged City Council not to be hypocritical and to get on the right side and do the right thing and noti ignore the City's mission to enhance the quality of life for its citizens. b) Bob Lundin, al Lincoln resident, stated his concern with staffing in Fire Department and the c) Fred Barnhart, al Lincoln resident, agreed with Mr. Lundin's concern and stated he lived two houses down from the structure fire. He continued that the City of Lincoln Fire Staff responded in five minutes but couldn't put water on the fire until Placer County Fire Staff responded d) Lena Labosky, al Lincoln resident, stated she had been ill and unable to attend the work session meetings and requested that those meetings be video recorded as the regular meetings are.  response to a structure fire in Sun City Lincoln Hills.  approximately 20 minutes later.  600 Sixth Streer L Lincoln, CA 95648 www.dlincoln.ca.us 916-434-2400    ive Life Lincoln Live Life Lincoin- Live fe Lincoln Liver Life Lincoln ive ife  Page 2of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May2 22, 2018 Project. 8.  Councilman Karleskint gave a brief update on the City's Request for Quotes for City Council Audio Visual  COUNCIL INITIATED BUSINESS  Councilman Karleskint requested al line item be added to the City's budget to account for cost of the JLAC audit that was approved at the recent State Joint Committee on Legislative Audit Committee meeting. He also stated we didn't have enough to staff to complete the recent Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) in at timely manner so the City would most likely have to augment staff in order to complete the State audit. Councilman Karleskint also requested the cost of additional staff should be estimated and funded out of the general fund so that we have a specific account to track and received City Council Councilman Hydrick stated his concern with California Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) rising obligations after reading a recent article where Governor Jerry Brown noted in his revised State budget that al lot of cities signed upi for pensions they can't afford and the state isn't in a position to step in the shoes of mayors, they're going to have to handle that themselves. He requested a workshop or committee toi figure out what the City can control and suggested caution in upcoming negotiations so that PERSable" obligations aren't increased. Councilman Gilbert agreed and stated the cost to staff the fire stations with an additional staff member, thereby allowing them three rather than current two staffing and the ability to respond to structure fires, would cost an estimated $1.5million annually. Councilman Karleskint suggested  consensus on these requests.  these issues be discussed at the next meeting and received Council consensus. 9.A. Friends of Auburn Ravine Presentation - Salmon camera and other projects.  9.  PRESENTATIONS  Jim Haufler, President of Friends of Auburn Ravine, gave a brief powerpoint presentation, made a part of  these minutes by mention thereof.  9.B. Western Placer Waste Management Authority (WPWMA) Expansion Project.  Eric Oddo, Environmental Engineering Program Manager, gave a brief powerpoint presentation, made a 9.C. American Public Works Association (APWA) Sacramento Chapter 2018 Awards Program Professional Manager of the Year Administrative Management, City Engineer SC/RC to Ray Rick Liptak, Past APWA Chapter President and Awards Chair, gave al brief presentation with APWA award to Ray Leftwich, City Engineer. Brief statements were made by Ray's staff members, Araceli Cazarez and Roland Neufeld and Lindy Childers, and consultant, Travis Williams. Ray Leftwich introduced  part of these minutes by mention thereof.  Leftwich  his wife, Lisa, and two children, Max and Janie.  10. CONSENT  Mayor Nader asked Council and public if they would like to remove any items from the Consent Agenda for discussion and Items 10C, Lease Agreement with DI B Hill for City Owned Property 640 Fifth Street, and 10.F, First Reading of Amendment of Citywide Speed Limit Ordinance, were removed.  600SixthStrect" L Lincoin, CA Katsmwlinalncau 916-434-2400    Live Life Lincoln Live Life - Lincoln: ve Page 3of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment: Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22, 2018  incoln Live  incoln - Live ife  Motion to Approve the balance oft the Consent Agenda moved by Councilman Gilbert and the motion was seconded by Councilman Karleskint. By the following Vote (Approved): Gilbert- Aye, Karleskint - Aye, 10.A. Minutes Approve minutes of April 4, 2018 Budget Workshop #1, April 25, 2018 Budget Workshop #2, May 8, 2018 Budget Workshop #3 and May 8, 2018 Regular City Council meetings. 10.B. Warrants Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-89 approving warrants of May 11, 2018.  Hydrick - Aye, Nader = Aye and. Joiner- - Absent, the following items:  10.D. Coastland Engineering Work Order Amendment for updates to the City of Lincoln Public Facilities Improvement Standards Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-91 authorizing the City Manager to approve Work Order Amendment No.1 with Coastland Engineering for updates to the City of Lincoln Public Facilities Improvement Standards for a total work order amount not to exceed $49,915 from Funds 10.E. On-Call Contract for Services with HDR Construction Control Corporation Amendment No. 2 Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-92 authorizing the City Manager to. Amendment No. 21 to the On-Call Contract for Services with HDR Construction Control Corporation (HDR) to extend the term of the contract to 10.G. Small Agricultural Animals Ordinance - Second Reading and adoption of ORDINANCE 967B enacting Chapter 6.36 of the City of Lincoln Municipal Code = Small Agricultural Animals. 10.H. Twelve Bridges General Development Plan Amendment for Plan Area A - Second reading and adoption of ORDINANCE 969B amending the Twelve Bridges General Development Plan. 10.1. Notice of Completion for the Re-Roofing Projects of 2000 Flightline (CIP 399) and McBean Pavilion (CIP 358) Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-93 accepting the Re-Roofing Projects of 2000 Flightline (CIP 399) and McBean Pavilion (CIP 358) as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of 10.J. Notice of Completion for the Police Station Parking Lot Paving Project (CIP 400) - Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-94 accepting the Police Station Parking Lot Paving project (CIP 400)as complete and authorize the City Clerk to file the Notice of Completion with the Placer County Recorder. 10.C. Lease Agreement with D B Hill for City Owned Property 640 Fifth Street.  223 (ransportation), 600 (Allocation) and 720 (Sewer).  December 31, 2019.  Completion with the Placer County Recorder.  ITEMS PULLED FROM CONSENT  Shawn Tillman, Economic Development Manager, gave a brief staff report. Councilman Hydrick stated he had pulled this item as he had not voted for the previous tenant and is still noti in favor of leasing this property. Mayor Nader opened and closed the discussion to the public at 7:17PM with no comment. Motion to approve this item made by Councilman Gilbert and seconded by Councilman Karleskint. By the following Vote (Approved): Gilbert- Aye, Karleskint- - Aye, Nader - Aye, Hydrick - No and Joiner- Absent, the following item: RESOLUTION 2018-90 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Lease Agreement with D B Hill, a professional law corporation at the terms and conditions outlined therein, and a  Brokerage Services Agreement with Laverty Chacon, Inc.  G00SixthStrect" I Lincoln, CA 95648-www.ci.incoln.ca.us 916-434-2400    Live Life. Lincoln. Live. . Life Lincoln ive ife. Lincoln ive Life Lincoln. Live Life  Page4 of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22,2018  10.F. First Reading of Amendment of Citywide Speed Limit Ordinance. Nader opened the discussion to the public at 7:19PM with the following comment:  Mayor Nader stated he had pulled this item as he was not ini favor of raising the speed limits. Mayor a) Jim Haufler, a Lincoln resident, questioned if state law requires speed limits be raised if drivers go Mayor Nader closed the public discussion at 7:19PM and a brief Council discussion ensued regarding Motion to approve this item made by Councilman Gilbert and seconded by Councilman Karleskint. By the following Vote (Approved): Gilbert- Aye, Karleskint- - Aye, Hydrick - Aye, Nader No and Joiner- Absent, the following item: Waive full reading and introduce, by title only, ORDINANCE 965B amending Section 10.56.010 to the Lincoln Municipal Code establishing speed limits throughout the City. Mayor Nader stated the next item would be Information Items which was approved during Agenda Review  above speed limits.  speed limits and how they are set.  Modification.  13. INFORMATION ITEMS  13.A. Meyers Nave Water Rate Study Report  Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, stated the procedure for this item: Council would allow all citizens three minutes and any questions posed would be given to staff who would prepare a written response subsequent to the meeting. Mayor Nader opened the discussion to the public at 7:27PM with the following a) Travis Mickel, a Lincoln resident, stated that he recently had dinner with Matt Brower, City Manager, and Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, and Ted Jones, LIFT member (LIFT is a group unified to lifting Lincoln to new heights through Integrity, Financial responsibility and total Transparency) to discuss their concerns. Mr. Mickel continued he was concerned with the water loss and willful violation of Prop: 218 and the City's less than forthcoming practices and asked the b) Tony Manning, LIFT member, stated City Council had requested the citizens wait to address concerns until the Meyers Nave report was released and now that it had been released it shows the 2004 water study was illegal and it proves there was a cover up. He continued trust is plaguing the City and the report also proves the City Manager, Matt Brower, manipulated numbers and that Councilmen Gilbert and Joiner's comments at the. JLAC meeting painted a rosy picture in contradiction to tonight's comments of lack of staff and facing a financial tsunami of PERS obligations. Mr. Manning concluded by stating the City's facing the same issues with sewer and  comments:  City Council to do the right thing.  needed appropriate remedies.  Mayor Nader closed the public discussion at 7:35PM with no further comments.  Councilman Karleskint stated Councilmen Gilbert and Joiner's comments at the JLAC meeting were in response to the allegation thati the City of Lincoln was al high risk city similar to Stockton or Vallejo. Councilman Karleskint stated the City of Lincoln's reserves show that the Cityi is in a strong position. He stated that the 10% water loss was not an unusual amount according to Placer County Water Agency and Nevada Irrigation District, the City's water providers. Councilman Karleskint concluded by stating he was  600Sixths Street Lincoln, CA 95648 "www.d-linchn.c.sy 916-434-2400    Live. Life. Lincoln Live. Life incoln- ive Page! 5of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22, 2018 advised not to by Staff.  incoln Live Life incoln Live Life  concerned with allegations that the City Manager had responded to Ted. Jones in email after having been Councilman Hydrick stated the Meyers Nave report presents the City's challenges and mistakes that were made but overly focused on one element similar to if you focused only on the eye of the Mona Lisa rather than the entire painting. He concluded by stating the City's response to JLAC, made a part of these minutes by mention thereof, were not ini the media and the current City Staff is the best that it has ever Mayor Nader stated he would rather have seen the interview transcriptions rather than the report with the investigator's take away. He continued he values trust and transparency and that Staff's actions ultimately reflect on City Council as they represent the citizens. Mayor Nader agreed with Councilman Karleskint's concern regarding the email and asked Mr. Mickel if all of his concerns had been addressed. Ab brief City Council discussion ensued regarding the procedures for this item as introduced by Kristine Mollenkopf and Mayor Nader and Councilmen Gilbert and Karleskint agreed that they would allow  had and can fix the problems facing the City.  additional public comments, as follows:  a) Travis Mickel, al Lincoln resident, stated a pattern of issues not be addressed until the public forces the issue had developed in Lincoln and suggested someone in the room knows all of the issues that are not being dealt with publicly and it is time for that person to step up and do the right thing. Mr. Mickel reiterated his previous comments regarding City Council misrepresenting the City's financial status and that the City still needs to deal with solid waste and sewer rates. b) Tony Manning, LIFT member, stated Councilman Joiner's requested more than the allotted two minutes at the JLAC meeting. Councilman Hydrick interrupted stating the JLAC meeting was not c) Ted Jones, LIFT member, stated LIFT had waited four months for the release of the Meyers Nave report to be released and questioned whether the City had figured out rebates, duration of time and whether all classes of ratepayers and City tenants and Councilman Hydrick stated those issues had been discussed in the City Council's Closed Session meetings.  agendized. AH heated discussion ensued between the two.  Mayor Nader closed the public discussion at 8:01PM.  Councilman Gilbert stated he admits when he makes a mistake and that public financing is hard to understand but also encouraged everyone to review the City's JLAC response. He challenged anyone to show him the line item int the current City budget that shows the City paying for it's municipal use of water.. Councilman Gilbert concluded by stating the State Auditor is a neutral party who can review the issue of municipal water use and possibly may make a recommendation similar to the City of Sacramento who faced a similar issue. City Council consensus was to direct staff to research paying for the municipal use Mayor Nader stated the Council would take ai five minute break and left the dais at 8:14PM.  Mayor Nader exited the room at 8:02PM and returned at 8:09PM.  of utilities and bring back to Council.  Mayor Nader called the meeting back to order at 8:24PM.  600Sixths Street I Lincoln, CA 95648 ww.dilimcolin.ca,us 916-434:2400    Live Life Lincoln Live. Life Lincoln. Live ife Lincoin - Live Life ncoln ve ife  Page 6 of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22, 2018 11. PUBLIC HEARINGS  11.A. Turkey Creek Estates Development Agreement between City of Lincoln and Sunset Tartesso, LLC, for Turkey Creek Estates Subdivision Project within the Village 1 Specific Plan Area -(1) Conduct a public hearing for the Turkey Creek Estates Development Agreement; consider the information contained int the report and testimony of the public; (2). Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-95, thereby determining the project has been adequately addressed under the Village 1 Specific Plan Project EIR (SCH No. 2010102018) and that noi further analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) is required or appropriate; and (3) Introduce and Waive First Reading of ORDINANCE 970B, thereby recommending that the City Council approve the Development Agreement between the City of Lincoln and Sunset Tartesso, LLC, relative to The Development Known As The Turkey Creek Estates Matt Wheeler, Community Development Director, gave al brief staff report and stated this item had been approved by City Council but the property owner was incorrectly listed as Elliott Homes. Mayor Nader opened the public hearing at 8:28PM with the following comments:  Project.  a) Chad Roberts, Hefner Law and representing the applicant Sunset Tartesso, LLC, stated the name b) Tony Manning, al Lincoln resident, stated there were a number of trees removed on this project and he hasn'tseen any funds collected for the oak tree mitigation fund that he and his neighbors were c) Jeff Learned, a Lincoln resident, also asked about the fees for oak tree removal and sewer hook-up Matt Wheeler, Community Development Director, stated the sewer connection fee is the same as any other development as this project did not have any credits. He continued the oak tree removal was consistent with the conditions of approval and the mitigation monitoring plan for the project. A brief Council discussion ensued regarding oak tree removal and fees and Kristine Mollenkopf, City Attorney, stated the final map cannot be recorded unless the project is consistent with the Specific Plan conditions of approval. Motion to approve the resolution associated with this item made by Councilman Gilbert and seconded by Councilman Karleskint. By the following Vote (Approved): Gilbert- Aye, Karleskint - Aye, Hydrick- Aye, Nader Aye and Joiner- - Absent, the following item: RESOLUTION 2018-95, thereby determining the project has been adequately addressed under the Village 1 Specific Plan Project EIR (SCH No. 2010102018): and that no further analysis under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)is Motion to approve the ordinance associated with this item made by Councilman Karleskint and seconded by Councilman Gilbert. By the following Vote (Approved): Karleskint - Aye, Gilbert- Aye, Hydrick- Aye, Nader Aye and Joiner- - Absent, the following item: Introduce and' Waive First Reading of ORDINANCE 970B, thereby recommending that the City Council approve the Development Agreement between the City of Lincoln and Sunset Tartesso, LLC, relative to The Development Known As The  change was an oversight and al legal entity issue.  required to pay when they removed trees on their properties.  fees per home.  required or appropriate.  Turkey Creek Estates Project.  600 Sixths Streer L Lincoln, CA 95648 www.d-lincoln.caus 916-434-2400    Live Life Lincoln . Live Life Lincoin Live Life Lincoln Live Life.Lincoln Live Life  Page 7of8 City Council, Public Finance. Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22, 2018  11.B. Public Hearing and Certification of Supplemental Environmental Impact Report (SEIR) for Tanks #3 and #4 at Verdera North Reservoir Site, Associated Infrastructure, and Residential Development Project; and Approve plans, technical specifications and authorize bidding for the Tank #3 at Verdera North Project (CIP 377) -( (1) Conduct a public hearing for the Tanks #3 and #4 at Verdera North reservoir site, associated infrastructure, and residential development project; consider the information contained in the report and testimony of the public; (2) Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-96 certifying the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ("SEIR") (SCH; # 97022074), and adopting the Findings of Facts/Statement of Overriding Consideration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, thus satisfying requirements to review the project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA); and (3). Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-97 approving the plans and technical specifications, and authorize the City Engineer to proceed with the bidding process for the construction of the Tank #3 at Ray Leftwich, City Engineer, gave a brief staff report and stated they had only received one comment through the Lincoln News Messenger which was included in the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report. Mayor Nader opened and closed the public hearing at 8:42PM with no comment. Motion to approve the two resolutions associated with this item made by Councilman Gilbert and seconded by Councilman Karleskint. By the following Vote (Approved): Gilbert- Aye, Karleskint- - Aye, Hydrick - Aye, Nader- Aye and. Joiner = Absent, the following items: RESOLUTION 2018-96 certifying the Supplemental Environmental Impact Report ("SEIR") (SCH# 97022074), and adopting the Findings of Facts/Statement of Overriding Consideration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, thus satisfying requirements to review the project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and RESOLUTION 2018-97 approving the plans and technical specifications, and authorize the City Engineer to proceed with the bidding process for the construction of the Tank #3 at Verdera North (CIP 377).  Verdera North (CIP377).  12. GENERAL BUSINESS  12.A. Initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation of the Preliminary Engineer's Report for Lighting and Landscape District No. 1 and setting the Public Hearing for. June 12, 2018-(1) Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-98 initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation oft the Fiscal Year 2018/19 Engineer's Report for Landscaping and Lighting District No.1; and (2) subject to approval of the first resolution, Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-99 approving the Preliminary Engineers' Report, declaring the intention to order improvements, levy and collect assessments, and setting the Public Hearing for. June 12, 2018. The projected Fiscal Year 2018/19 collection of assessments is estimated to be $3,193,948, which provides funds that are necessary for maintenance activities associated with Landscaping and Lighting Rayl Leftwich, City Engineer, gave a brief staff report and stated the municipal utility use issues also impact the Landscaping and Lighting Districts as five zones have a deficit. A brief Council discussion Mayor Nader opened and closed the discussion to the public at 8:58PM with no comment. Motion to approve the two resolutions associated with this item made by Councilman Hydrick and seconded by Councilman Gilbert. By the following Vote (Approved): Hydrick - Aye, Gilbert-Aye, Karleskint - Aye, Nader- Aye and. Joiner - Absent, the following items: RESOLUTION 2018-98 initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation of the Fiscal Year 2018/19 Engineer's Report for Landscaping and Lighting District No.1; and (2)subject to approval of the first resolution, Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-99  District No. 1.  ensued regarding the zones.  600Sixth Street Lincoln, CA 95648 www.cllincoln.ca.us 916-434-2400    Live. Life Lincoln.Live . Life. Lincoln-Live Page 8 of8 City Council, Public Finance Authority and Redevelopment Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes May 22, 2018  incoin Live ife ncoin ive  approving the Preliminary Engineers' Report, declaring the intention to order improvements, levy and collect assessments, and setting the Public Hearing for. June 12, 2018. The projected Fiscal Year 2018/19 collection of assessments is estimated to be $3,193,948, which provides funds that are necessary for 12.B. Initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation of the Preliminary Engineer's Report for Benefit Assessment District No. 1 and setting the Public Hearing for. June 12, 2018 (1) Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-100 initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation of the Fiscal Year 2018/19 Preliminary Engineer's Report for Benefit Assessment District No.1; (2) and subject to approval of the first resolution, Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-101 approving the Preliminary Engineers' Report, declaring the intention to order improvements, levy and collect assessments, and setting the Public Hearing for. June 12, 2018. The projected Fiscal Year 2018/19 collection of assessments is estimated to be $73,902, which provides the funds that are necessary for maintenance activities associated with Benefit District No.1 Ray Leftwich, City Engineer, gave a brief staff report. A brief Council discussion ensued regarding Mayor Nader opened and closed the discussion to the public at 9:05PM with no comment. Motion to approve the two resolutions associated with this item made by Councilman Karleskint and seconded by Councilman Gilbert. By the following Vote (Approved): Karleskint - Aye, Gilbert- Aye, Hydrick - Aye, Nader Aye and. Joiner - Absent, the following items: RESOLUTION 2018-100 initiating proceedings and ordering the preparation of the Fiscal Year 2018/19 Preliminary Engineer's Report for Benefit. Assessment District No.1; (2) and subject to approval oft the first resolution, Adopt RESOLUTION 2018-101 approving the Preliminary Engineers' Report, declaring the intention to order improvements, levy and collect assessments, and setting the Public Hearing for June 12, 2018. The projected Fiscal Year 2018/19 collection of assessments is estimated to be $73,902, which provides the funds that are  maintenance activities associated with Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1.  scheduling these proceedings earlier in the year.  necessary for maintenance activities associated with Benefit District No.1 14. ADJOURNMENT - Mayor Nader adjourned the meeting at 9:08PM.  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Joint Legislative Audit Committee (JLAC) conduct a complete audit and review of the administration of public funds and assets by the City. The City Council and the City's administration are committed to being the best possible stewards of the City's public funds and assets and to ensuring that those funds and assets are handled in the most transparent and ethical manner The primary concern expressed in the audit request is that "This pattern could point to the potential for a 'high-risk' City which, should itj fail, the state may have to use its funds to bolster the City's budget." High-risk cities are identified by the California State Auditor and, according toi the California State Auditor's website, usually exhibit negative characteristics in the following financial indicators: ability to pay short-term obligations, capacity to respond to emergencies, revenue growth rate, ability to pay retiree obligations, and projected fiscal outlook. As illustrated below, the City does not exhibit any of the high-risk city financial  possible.  indicators:  Ability to pay short-term obligations: The City prepares an Annual Budget that is available for public review, prior to final adoption by City Council. The City's budget is based on ai fiscal year that spans the 12 month period from July 1 through June 30. The City's budget includes four main fund classifications; General Fund, Special Revenue Funds, Internals Services Funds and Proprietary Funds. The Proprietary Funds include Water, Wastewater, Solid Waste, Airport and Transit. The 17/18 Annual Budget includes 47 funds and total expenditures of $93,700,000. The City's cash and investment Prior to establishment of a budget for any one of the City's funds, its annual revenues and projected expenditures are taken into consideration. If revenues received are lower than projections used to develop the Annual Budget, a mid-year adjustment is made to ensure the City has the ability to pays short-term obligations. In addition, the City Council and the Fiscal Investment and Oversight Committee (FIOC) conducts annual budget reviews in a public process and makes its budgets available to the public upon request  portfolio totaled $159,336,758 as of March 31, 2018.  and via the City'swebsite.  600 Sixth Strect * Lincoin, CA 95648--www.d-lincoin.ca.us  34-2400    LIve Life Lincoln Live: LEI  ncal n  Capacity to respond to financial emergencies: The City has a General Fund reserve policy that establishes a number of reserves that enabie the City to respond to financiai  emergencies, such as:  Operating Reserve  This fund enables the City to manage cash flow Itise equal to 25% of annual General Fund outflows The projected Fiscal Year17/18 End Balance is $4,420,968 The Fiscal Year 18/19 reserve has a projected funding of$4,674,039 (an increase of $253,071 to meet reserve target)  Itisf fully funded Catastrophic Reserve  This fund is intended to maintain the ability of the City to meet operational expenses during times of declared emergency or major  catastrophe The target is set at $2,000,000 Itis fully funded Economic Downturn Reserve  This fund is intended to maintain the City's economic viability during the The target is set at 15% of the annual General Fund operating The projected Fiscal Year 17/18 End Balancei is $2,199,243 The Fiscal Year 18/19 projected funding is $2,350,063 (an increase of  cyclical effects of the economy expenditures  $150,820 to meet reserve target) Itisf fully funded Capital Replacement Reserve  This fund allows the City to acquire and replace equipment, vehicles,  and facilities that serve General Fund purposes It has a committed annual contribution of$300,000  Itisf funded as intended  Other Post Employee Benefits (OPEB) Reserve  This fund is intended to allow the City to fulfill its obligation to employees for health insurance coverage after retirement from the City The annual contribution amounts are calculated in accordance with annual financial statement reporting, applying data from bi-annual The projected Fiscal Year 17/18 End Balance is $2,512,000  actuarial reports  600 Sixth Strect Lincoln, CA 95648 . www. CT. lincoln.ca-us 916-434-2400    Live  The fiscal Year 18/19 projected funding is $2,094,818  Itist funded as intended  The City's total General Fund Balance was $2,880,860 as of June 30, 2009 and increased  to $13,241,999 as of. June 30, 2017. Enterprise Fund Reserves:  Each of the three main enterprise funds (Water, Wastewater, and Solid Waste) also has reserve accounts. The reserve targets are established for each fund in the associated rate study in accordance with Government Finance Officers Association (GFOA) recommended best industry practices. There are two reserves (operational and capital  replacement) for each oft thei funds.  Revenue growth rate: The City carefully monitors its revenue growth rate to ensure projected future expenses can be covered by projected future revenues. The City's General Fund receives revenues from a variety of sources including property taxes, sales and other taxes, intergovernmenta, recreation services, fees and permits, services charges, and interest earned on investments. For the Fiscal Year 18/19 it is anticipated The City's General Plan 2050 serves as a long-term policy guide for growth in the City. The City's population is currently 48,000. The 2050 General Plan projects a build-out population of 132,000 and the City is currently experiencing a growth rate of approximately 1.5% per year. This growth will not only result in increased property tax revenues but also sales tax revenues as commercial properties are constructed. Additionally, all new development parcels are required to annex into a Community Facilities District (CFD). A CFD is a long-term financing mechanism that will be used to fund maintenance of infrastructure and to supplement the financing of public safety Based on current revenue growth projections, expected increases in tax revenues, the establishment of long term funding mechanisms, and implementation of sound budget management, the City anticipates that future revenues will be sufficient to address anticipated future expenditures. The City Council insists on prudent and conservative fiscal management. In the past, when expenses were projected to exceed revenues received, cost-cutting measures were swiftly implemented to minimize any potential impacts. As a result, the City is even better prepared today to handle any future economic downturns due to the current reserve funds the City! holds. Ability to Pay! Retiree Obligations: There are three separate obligations that the City has  that total General Fund revenues willi increase by 3.3%.  services.  in relation to its retirees:  The City currently fully funds the PERS Normal Cost Rate associated with current  600 Sixth Streer . Lincoln, CA 9564Sww.G.lincoln.Ca-D 916-434-2400    Live Life Lincoin ives Life. Lincofn. E ive LifeLincoln  employees. CalPERS defines the Normal Cost rate as the annual cost of service The City currently pays the PERS required Unfunded Accrued Liability (UAL) The City currently pays into the OPEB Trust to ensure payment off future retiree health care obligations. The OPEB Trust balance at March 31, 2018 was $3,757,390, which represents a 25% funding of the City's current OPEB  accrual fort the upcoming fiscal year for active employees. payment at the beginning ofe each fiscal year.  obligation.  In addition to the obligations listed above, the Cityi is also developing and implementing strategies through employee contracts to address some of the long-term costs and risks associated with retiree cost obligations. In the past 5 years, the City has successfully negotiated higher employee retirement contributions in all employment contracts and continues to monitor short-term and long-term trends related to retiree cost increases. Like other well managed cities and other local agencies in California, the City is proactively reviewing and managing the costs of its retiree obligations. Asa a result, the City is able to pay retiree obligations and has established the means to continue doing Projected Fiscal Outlook: A review of the City's financial outlook is completed on an annual basis through the annual budgeting process and on a quarterly basis by the City's Fiscal and Investment Oversight Committee (FIOC). The FIOC is composed oft two council members, the City Treasurer, two citizens at large, and two staff members (the City Manager and the Support Services Director) who combined have over 140 years of finance and investment experience. The purpose of the FIOC is to review quarterly investment reports, manage investments, provide oversight to the City's ability to meet its stated investment goal ($2,500,000 per month), provide input on other financial matters, and review the Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR). Based on the last elemen/mesmenvrsa Update Report provided to the FIOC on May 1, 2018, current revenue and spending projections, with incoming maturities, redemptions, investment returns and available cash have been determined to support the monthly Additionally, the City is required to conduct an annual audit of all financial statements to ensure they are presented fairly, in all material respects, and in accordance with applicable general and governmental accounting standards. The City goes even further than the general audit requirement and has a Comprehensive Annual Financial Report (CAFR) prepared annually. The CAFR is prepared annually by the City's independent auditor and is presented to the City Council, the FIOC, and the public. In the past two years, the City's independent audits were performed by two different firms. Each auditor provided a clean audit report to the City. In addition to presenting CAFRS to the public as part of the City Council and FIOC review process, as a matter of transparency,  so annually.  investment goal.  600 Sixth Streer Lincoin, CA 95648  . lincoln. ca.us    LI  In  Lincoins Live  Lincoin  the City makes copies of its CAFRS available to the public upon request and also posts When the CAFR identifies a deficiency or weakness in any accounting practice or financial statement, the City responds by developing a plan to address the identified issue. The most recent CAFR completed did identify areas that could be improved. Staff has developed plans to address all findings and is implementing changes to address all oft them. The Council invests in the cost of a CAFR each year because it believes that the CAFR: serves as a valuable tool to further improve the financial management of the City. The City is committed to sound financial management and was the recipient of the Certificate of Achievement for Excellence in Financial Reporting from the Government Based on the findings of City Council, the FIOC, and the results of the CAFR, the City's projected fiscal outlook is very strong and demonstrates that the City will be able to easily meet its financial obligations and to continue to be financially stable for the Based on the analysis above, it is almost certain that the State would not have any basis to find that the City is al high-risk city and even more unlikely that the State would have to intervene in any way on the City's finances. The City's accounting practices, proposed budgets, and annual audit findings are transparent and consistent with other financially healthy cities int the state. In addition to the concern expressed related to the City potentially beingi identified as a high-risk City, the audit request letter included a number of other concerns that are addressed below: Water Rates: Senator Gaines' audit request letter dated April 11, 2018 states that "the financials produced failed to meet the requirements imposed by Proposition 218 there was no correlation between rates and costs. " The City has taken several recent actions to resolve legacy issues regarding its water rates and to ensure that its rates are fair and reasonable and that they will comply with California's Proposition 218 as currently interpreted by the courts. Until recently, up to 80 percent of California water providers employed some form of tiered water rate structures to manage their water resources."Tiered water rates impose progressively higher rates for water service based on consumption and therefore incentivize conservation consistent with state policy. In 2015, a southern California Court of Appeal held that tiered water rate structures violate California's Proposition 218 if the tiered rates do not reflect the proportional cost of providing water at higher tiers.? In response, the City took the "California drought: Court rules tiered water rates violate state constitution." San. Jose Mercury News, April 20, 2015. https//www.mercurynewscom/2015/04/20/calfornia-drought  the several years' worth ofC CAFRS on1 the City'swebsite.  Finance Officers Association (GFOA) in both 2015 and 2016.  foreseeable future.  court-rulestiered-waterratesyoatesatestate-constitution  Prior to this 2015 appellate court decision, Capistrano Taxpayers Assn., Inc. V. City of San. Juan Capistrano [(2015) 235 Cal.App.4th 1493), most public water purveyors' legal counsel agreed that tiered conservation water rates were legal and compliant with Proposition 218.  600 Sixth Street" Lincoln, CA 95648 www. a lincoin.ca.us 916-434-2400    Live. Life Lincoln Ive ife. Lincoln. Live Lite incoin  incoin ve Ite uincoin  following actions:  In February 2017, the City suspended collection of its higher-tiered residential After two residents filed a lawsuit challenging the City's tiered water rate structure, the City reviewed the claims with experts and determined that its rates did not comply with Proposition 218 as currently interpreted and stipulated to an early settlement of the case. That settlement resulted in the City committing to refund all water rate revenue collected in violation of Proposition 218 by single-family residential customers within the City. The City committed to providing these refunds back through January 1, 2014, which was The City committed to providing parity refunds to all other customer classes. This means all City customer classes = single-family residential, multi-family residential, and commercial customers will receive refunds of all water rate charges that were not compliant with Proposition 218 back to. January: 1, 2014. The City and its new consultants have undertaken a new water rate study to develop water rates that comply with Proposition 218. The City expects to adopt  water rates while it developed replacement rates.  the date when the City's tiered rates took effect.  these new ratesi in 20181 fort the 20181 through 2022 period.  These actions show that, in response to a significant change in the law that affected most California water providers, the City took corrective actions to issue refunds to all affected customers and correct the City's rates going forward. These actions were reasonable and were calculated to treat City customers fairly and legally without jeopardizing the City's ability to continue operating its water enterprise in the future, including maintaining prudent operational and capital reserve levels. Municipal Utility Use: The audit request letter also states that: "late December 2017, the ratepayer group stumbled onto the fact the City was using water for 'free' (approx. $1.0 million/year), for over. 20 years through 113 City owned meters." - Until July 1, 2017 (the beginning of the 17/18 fiscal year), the City did not pay for the municipal use of utilities (water, wastewater, and solid waste). Municipal utility use generally includes utilities (water, sewer, and garbage) used by the City at City-owned parks, streetscapes, and facilities. The City was not unique int this former practice. Many other cities within California struggle with the same challenge. Prior to the passage of Proposition 218 in 1996, this practice was permitted. While slow to recognize this change, the City has since recognized the problem and took the appropriate corrective actions to remedy the situation and to ensure compliance with the requirements of Proposition 218 now andi into the future. In. January 2018, City Council authorized a fact finding investigation into the City's practice of not directly billingi itself for its own water use that was completed by an investigative attorney from the law firm Meyers Nave. This direction came after a group of residents raised the issue in later 2017. The results of the Fact Finding Investigations were summarized ina a report that was released to the  public.  600 Sixth Strect Lincoln, CA 95648 Pww.d.limcolni-aus 916-434-2400    Live Life Lincoln  ifeLincoin Live  incoin Tve 1e incoln  incoin  Additionally, the letter states "The City had also gone so. far as to. falsify reports with the Department of Water Resources (DWR) in an attempt to cover up their presumed illegal usages." Senate Bill 555 requires urban retail water suppliers to conduct and submit validated water loss audit reports to the Department of Water Resources (DWR) on October 1, annually. The first year for which this audit was required was 2016. To prepare the audit, Staff must provide a number of data points that are then verified and inputted into an Excel file. A third-party auditor (approved by DWR) then confirms the data submitted. The issue with the submittal of the 2016 audit was that the water use associated with the municipal use of water was entered into the incorrect cell (which identified water illegally used), and should instead have been entered into the cell that accounts for unbilled metered use. As soon as this issue was brought to Staff's attention, Staff notified DWR to initiate the correction of the 2016 audit. This was simply a mistake related to the fact that this was the first year the water Redevelopment Act Debt (RDA): In addition, the audit request letter states: "While in discovery, citizens discovered apparent misuses of public funds. For instance, the City issued loans for rehabilitation in redevelopment areas, which were never repaid. Following the elimination of redevelopment agencies (RDAs), the City paid the successor fund's debt with monies from the Placer County Water Agency (where there was no nexus between water and rehabilitation). These payments that were not disclosed until a The City did not pay RDA debt with monies from Placer County' Water Agency (PCWA). In 2004, the City entered into two loan agreements with the RDA, the first in February in the amount of $411,527.68 and the second in April in the amount of $2,900,000.00, to fund redevelopment projects. The funding for both of the loans was from the City's The Lincoln Public Financing Authority (LPFA) issued RDA bonds in October of 2004. On January 11, 2005, the RDA used $415,426.58 of the bond proceeds to pay the February 2004 loan from the City. The RDA used the balance of the bond proceeds to fund additional redevelopment projects. In 2010, the City's Development Services Fund was no longer able to carry the loan receivable and the City authorized a new loan agreement with the RDA using the City's PCWA Water Capacity Connection (WCC) Fund The obligation to payt the City's PCWA WCC Fund still exists and the Successor Agency to the Dissolved Redevelopment Agency (Successor Agency) continues to include the obligation on the required Recognized Obligations Payment Schedule (ROPS). Developer Fees: The audit request letter states: "A more disturbing event appears to have been when the City charged-off $11 million in developer fees (a circumstance arising when developers do not build their intended project), though in this case the  loss audit was required or completed.  revised report was made to the state, five-years later."  Development Services Fund.  ast the source of funds.  600 Sixth Street . Lincoln, CA 95648 wsaaauxalncus 916 434-2400    Wve-uie-Uncoln Live ifeLincoin- e  developers were allowed to proceed with their projects. This seems to be a clear gift of The City assumes this comment is in reference to development inspection fees. With the City's rapid growth beginning in the late 1990's there were increased demands for services provided. by the City and changes to processes to provide those services in a cost-effective and timely manner. For the period from 2000 to 2006, Lincoln was the fastest growing city in the United States. The development community actively constructed new infrastructure systems for water, wastewater, transportation and drainage to provide necessary services for this growth and to effectively work with the For Fiscal Years 2000-01 through 2007-08 the City had reviewed, inspected and approved over 150 miles of new roads, 4,400 street lights, 20 traffic signals, 41 miles of storm drains, 110 miles of potable water lines, 226 miles of sanitary sewer lines and 11,000 new residential lots, totaling approximately $1.2 billion in privately constructed Ini the early stages of projects, the process for collecting inspection fees was effective. However, as the projects progressed into their final phases of construction, disputes arose with the development community pertaining to specific amounts due. The major points of disagreement by developers included the timing of the request for payment, the method of cost allocation for contracted inspection charges and the level of In Fiscal Year 2006-07, the City established an Allowance for Doubtful Accounts (allowance account) to recognize the engineering plan check and inspection amounts due from developers that were in dispute and where collection of the amounts was in question. The purpose of recognizing these amounts was to present the actual funds available to the City. In consultation with the City's auditors, a conservative approach was taken in recognizing the amounts included in the allowance account. While City staff established the allowance account, the authorization to relieve the individual In. January of 2011, City staff recommended that the past due balances in the allowance account for services provided from 2000 to 2008 in the amount of $1,638,476.81 be written off as bad debt. For Fiscal Years 2000-01 through 2007-08 the City charged developers approximately $32,326,700 for engineering plan check and inspection services. Based on the amount of the proposed write-off in January 2011 and the $253,590.02 of bad debt recognized by resolution regarding a settlement of fees witha developer in. January: 2010, the City collected 94% of the amounts invoiced. The City was proactive in addressing the concerns expressed by the development community. On June 27, 2006, it contracted with Sinclair & Associates to complete a review of the City's public facilities improvement processes. The objectives were to analyze the process of reviewing, inspecting and approving infrastructure improvements, and accepting public infrastructure improvements and facilities built by private parties for maintenance and operation by the City of Lincoln. During the review  public funds."  City'sexisting systems.  publici infrastructure.  inspection required by the City.  parties of their obligation to the City lay solely with the City Council.  600 Sixth Street Lincoln, CA 95648 ww.dllmnchn.ta.us 916 434-2400    Live. Life - Lincotn Live ife incoln  process, interviews were conducted with members of City Council, City staff, City consultants, and development community representatives and their consultants. In The assessment report was completed by Sinclair & Associates on January 5, 2007. A special City Council workshop was held on February 12, 2007 to receive and discuss the report. The purpose of the review is described ini the Introduction of the report; "During our review, we found many sound practices and positive attributes in the current methods of providing services. Individuals who were interviewed offered many positive comments, particularly with regard to the City's response to the rapid pace of development. in the City of Lincoln. A report of this nature tends to emphasize the areas where improvements can be made, rather than areas of success. However, this is not to disregard the many strengths, sound practices and committed individuals involved in the current processes. The purpose of this report is to build on those strengths and to provide recommendations where opportunities, fori improvement have been identified." The report discussed a variety of topics and proposed forty-two recommendations for consideration by the City. City staff reviewed, discussed and implemented the recommendations as the opportunities became timely. Some of the recommendations become invalid with the changes in the level of development; however, City staff has  total, 55 individuals were interviewed.  relied upon the intent to continually improve the processes.  Although City Council and Staff appreciate the concerns expressed by Senator Gaines, an audit as outlined in the letter would not be a prudent use oft taxpayer resources. The City, like all well- managed cities, has lean staffing levels. Requiring the City to use its very limited staff resources to support an audit of the nature requested by Senator Gaines would be extremely time- consuming and resource-intensive. More to the point, as the foregoing discussion establishes, the City's finances are very sound andi its administration is responsive, sO such an audit would be unwarranted. Additionally, cities in California, including the City of Lincoln, are subjected to more oversight and regulation than most other local agencies in California. Many checks and balances exist that are intended to identify and reduce incidents of mismanagement or fiscal  irresponsibility of cities, including:  The City is subject to oversight by numerous federal, state, and local regulatory The City is required to follow the Ralph M. Brown Act, which guarantees the public's The City is required to complete a number of audits not only related to finance, but also to environmental regulations, grant management, water use, stormwater quality, and The Cityi is required to complete a myriad of monthly, quarterly, and annual reports to a The City is subject to numerous regulatory permits, which often include reporting, The City Council has formed a number of committees that include citizens at large. These committees provide oversight of very specific areas of City Management and  agencies.  right to attend and participate in meetings of the legislativel body.  many other topics.  variety of agencies on a variety of topics. monitoring, documentation, andi inspection.  600 Sixth Strect 1 Lincoln, CA 95648 ww.ch.limcoln.ca, us  134 2400    Live Life, Lincolns Live: Life incoine  include: the Fiscal and Investment Oversight Committee, the Airport Committee, the Economic Development Committee, the Parks and Recreation Committee, the ADA Committee, and the Planning Commission. The intent of all of these bodies is to review and provide input on proposed actions and to provide oversight on the City'sactivities. In2011, the City Council formed the Fiscal Sustainability Committee (FSC) that was an ad hoc committee created by the City Council to review and analyze the financial condition of the City, make recommendations leading to long-term fiscal stability, and develop appropriate financial policies, procedures, and accountability standards. Many of the deficiencies noted in the final committee report have been, addressed and the comprehensive evaluation can in many ways be credited for facilitating the City's Due to the issues related to the 2013 tiered water rate structure, the City Council formed an ad hoc committee composed of citizens to provide oversight to the process and input of the development of the new rate structure (anticipated to take effect in  current good financial health.  October 2018).  Inc conclusion, although the City experiences challenges similar to those experienced by most California cities and counties, the City proactively practices sound financial management and has exhibited a willingness to modify processes or take corrective actions when required or appropriate. The best thing about the form of government under which the City operates is that the public process guides all major decisions and provides an opportunity to the City Council and the public to engage in a transparent process that results in stronger financial management for the benefit of all citizens. The public process is the best method of oversight; the more involved that citizens become in all City decisions and the more questions that are asked, the better the outcomes and decisions are. Neither City Council nor Staff have all of the right answers all of the time. With increased input and keen scrutiny from the public, the City will only become better The City Council sincerely appreciates the opportunity afforded by the. JLAC process to provide a response to Senator Gaines's April 11, 2018 audit request letter. We would also like to thank Senator Gaines for taking the time to inquire about the City's fiscal situation. The City has also reached out to Senator Gaines to discuss his concerns prior to the. JLACI hearing.  and stronger.  Respectfully,  GAlah  Stan Nader, Mayor City of Lincoln  CC: JLAC Members  600 Sixth Streer Lincoln, CA 95648    SPEAKER INFORMATION  Public Comments Request for Council Meetings  Please complete this card and present it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the  meeting if you wish to speak at this evening's Council Meeting.  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AGENDA, ITEM# #  ITEM #  Public Comments provides you an opportunity to speak to the City Council about ani issue on the agenda or any other item of concern. Speakers are requested to restrict their comments to issues that are within the jurisdiction of the City Council and to stay within the three-minute  time limit.    SPEAKER INFORMATION  Public Comments Request for Council Meetings  Please complete this card and present it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the  meeting if you wish to speak at this evening's Council Meeting.  NAME:  IRAVIS  MICHEL  CITY OF RESIDENCE: LINCOLN MEETING DATE: $22-18  SUBJECT: DI ITEM #  MEYERS NAUE  DITEM NOT ON THE AGENDA, CITIZENS ADDRESSING COUNCIL  ON THE CONSENT AGENDA, PULL FOR DISCUSSION  ITEM ON THE AGENDA, ITEM: # 13A  Public Comments provides you an opportunity to speak to the City Council about an issue on the agenda or any other item of concern. 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