CITYOF  CITY OF JACKSON City Council Meeting Minutes January 9, 2023  JACKSON CALIFORNIA Mayor and Council Members Steve McLean, Mayor Chad Simmons, Vice Mayor Max Godde, Council Member Connie Gonsalves, Council Member Bob Stimpson, Council Member ABSENT: None.  John Georgette, City Clerk Staff Members: Josh Nelson, City Attorney Yvonne Kimball, City Manager Bree Wilder, Public Works Superintendent Dale Fishback, Interim Fire Chief Chris Mynderup, Police Chief Carleen Kirkpatrick, Administrative Assistant  Mayor McLean called the meeting to order at 7:02 p.m. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG. Mayor McLean led the Pledge of Allegiance. 1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA.  Mayor McLean made a change to the Agenda's Discussion Calendar- item 7c moved to 7a (Resolution for Emergency Proclamation). Mayor McLean advised the public may speak on this topic during public comment or during discussion of the Emergency Resolution (now item 7a). McLean advised council is here to listen only regarding flood concerns, and discussion will occur when the item is added to an Motion to approve the City Council. Agenda dated January 9, 2023 as presented. Moved by Councilmember Stimpson, seconded by Councilmember Gonsalves, and carried by a 5to 0  upcoming agenda.  roll call vote:  AYES: McLean, Simmons, Godde, Gonsalves, Stimpson  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None  2. REMOTE MEETING FINDINGS.  Approve findings for remote meetings under AB 361 that social distancing is recommended by state and local health officials and that meeting in person presents imminent risks to the health and safety  ofa attendees.    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  Motion to approve the Remote Findings dated January 9, 2023, as presented. Moved by Mayor McLean, seconded by Councilmember Simmons, and carried by a5to 0 roll call vote:  AYES: McLean, Simmons, Godde, Gonsalves, Stimpson  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None  City Attorney Josh Nelson (attending remotely) provided a reminder that once Governor Newsom rescinds the Covid-19 Emergency Order, remote sessions will end (currently expected to be rescinded at  the end of February 2023.)  3. PUBLICMATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA.  Discussion items only, no action will be taken. Any person may address the Council at this time on any subject within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Please note - there is at three (3) minute limit. Dianne Oneto, Event Coordinator for Kit Carson Mountain Men Wagon Train- Requests more money and support from Jackson to reinstate/revive the Kiddies' Parade (flyer provided). She plans to include additional sponsorships from Shriners, Boy Scouts of America, and hopes Jackson's financial support Mary Hite, resident at 341 South Ave., expressed concerns with constant flooding each year, home is currently flooded and needs major repairs. Showed photos of her home to councilmembers. Lost chain link fence. Concerns about multiple agencies involved, such as Fish & Game, and believes it needs to Joe Doll, resident at 321 South Ave., expressed emotional concerns with flooding and wants aj proactive response from the city. Claims his home office was completed destroyed and he is a State Employee Mayor McLean advised additional public comment will be received regarding the flood during discussion of the emergency resolution on the discussion calendar later ini this agenda.  will encourage the. Jackson Rancheria to provide support as well.  be dredged. Has been provided claim form to submit to the city, ifdesired.  teleworker. Seeks relief from city.  4. CONSENT CALENDAR.  Items listed on the consent calendar are considered routine and may be enacted by one motion. Any Motion to approve the Consent Calendar dated January 9, 2023 as presented. Moved by Councilmember Stimpson, seconded by Councilmember Godde, and carried by a 5 to 0 roll call vote:  item may be removed for discussion at the request ofa Council Member.  AYES: McLean, Simmons, Godde, Gonsalves, Stimpson  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  a. Approval of the December 12, 2022 Meeting Minutes.  b. Approval of Expenditure Report for December 2022 in the amount of $667,230.99. Approval of Payroll Expenditure Report for December 2022 in the amount of d. Receive Fire Department Monthly Report for December 2022. Receive Police Department Monthly Report for December 2022. Receive Building Department Monthly Report for December 2022.  $331,008.50.  - Authorization of side letter agreement with SEIU: re. permit technician classification. h. Acceptance of Committee Assignments [confirming decision made at 12/12/22 meeting]. Resolution 2023-01 authorizing GeoCon Agreement for Oro RAW under ECRG fund.  5. ADMINISTRATIVE REPORTS. expected to be taken by the Council.  This section is to provide staff an opportunity to present oral status reports on issues. No legal action is Public Works Superintendent, Bree Wilder - Thanks to councilmembers, fire department, and police department for their support and availability to assist public works crews during the flood. On 12/30/22, one oft the sewer lift stations at the high school was taking on sO much water that the two pumps running simultaneously couldn'tkeep up. Two public works guys were there pumping sewage and dumping it throughout the night into the next morning. The public works small crew was very busy and kept up with everything the best they could. Thanks to the public works crew for their hard work in keeping the sewer water in the plant. There was something like 61 million gallons of water per minute flowing, and a Interim Fire Chief, Dale Fishback- Thankful to fire department, police department, and public works for communicating and working together as ai team in the middle of the night. 59 calls received over the weekend into this week. 80 hours' worth of volunteer hours booked along with paid staffhours in the week. Multiple calls for flooding, as well as trees and power lines down, and even a fire. Fire truck one has been out ofs service for five months and hoping to have it back in service in the next few weeks. Year end report: Between 2021 and 2022, fire department was down four call differential, SO a very steady pace between the two years. Response level was down by almost one personnel per call due toa little lack in volunteers this year. Thanks to those who made it to the Fire Association dinner. Two awards given: Mike Jones "Most dedicated firefighter of the year" for making the most calls throughout the year as a volunteer, and Ashley Anaya /"Firefighter oft the year" for being overall the most improved, most dedicated, and valuable person on the volunteer side last year. Mayor McLean relayed thanks to ChiefFishback from Sasha at Sasha's Place on Main Street for help on  few changes were made on the collection side and water is being reduced slowly.  her electric power breakers and identifying the problem.  Police Chief, Chris Mynderup- Thanks toj public works for amazing work on clean up with limitedshorthanded crew during the flood. Civic center was opened for any potential evacuees, and public recognition for Mike Brewer for running this shelter. Utilized by a couple people, including an elderly gentlemen from 401 Clinton that was rescued (along with his cat) from floodwaters, and he was eventually moved to the County OES shelter to be introduced to Red Cross. January 4-5, 2023, most of sworn staff participated in active shooter training conducted at Argonaut High School campus. Thanks to the Sheriff's department for hosting nearly every law enforcement agency in the county, as well as    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  fire and medical responders. PD is prepared as a county should a critical incident ever occur at one of the school campuses. During the torrential downpour, PD was able to track down a suspect stealing mail from people's mailboxes- the officer was able to recognize the reported vehicle from the previous day resulting in arrest. Recovered mail from about 30 different victims (mostly from the south end of City Manager, Yvonne Kimball- Longtime resident, Mary Jones, passed away and her funeral was this morning. She and her family has dirccted any donation to go to thc City of. Jackson Detert Park. Thanks  Jackson Scottsdale area.  tot the family.  [Moment of silence held at dircction ofl Mayor McLcan for Mary Joncs.]  City Attorney.Josh Nelson- Nothing to report.  6. COUNCIL REPORTS.  This section is to providc Council mcmbcrs an opportunity toj prescnt reports on their activities and to Councilmember Gonsalves- Appreciation and thanks to all City departments for working together very well during the recent storms, recognizing the shorthandedness: and limited resources. She attended the Councimember Godde- On December 19th, 2022, he was able to: meet the newly elected State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil at the County building and asked her to keep ini mind this area needs help taking care of our creeks. Requested to! keep the state funded creek crew going, and the creeks are a lot bigger than what this little city can handle. Thanks to public works, fire, and police. Social media posts about the storm showed public works, fire, or police either protecting public property or helping people with Councilmember Stimpson- Also met with State Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil and had a good meeting. He was personally affected by flooding as well. He also helped All Power Brokers at their building with  request item be placed on future agendas.  Fireman's dinner and thanks forinvitation.  private property.  rock/mud removal. It may need public works assistance. Vice Mayor Simmons- Attended Fireman's dinner.  Mayor McLean- Attended Amador County Transportation Commission and Amador County Transportation Agency meeting. Caltrans has Raise Funding Program with a deadline ofFebruary 28Hh, 2023 for application and will follow up with City Manager Kimball. Tried to attend Jackson Business Association meeting with Councilmember Godde on Main Street, but it was cancelled this month. Mayor McLean said he did some work with some oft the merchants on Main Street cleaning out the basement underneath the building next to the National Hotel. He reported that they had lots of flooding and he helped to move out some ofthe equipment and antiques. He missed the meeting with the Senator  and will be following up at the State Capital to seek support for creeks.  7. DISCUSSION CALENDAR.    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  For the record: Action minutes provide the necessary documentation of City Council actions and audio recordings are retained for those desiring more detail on particular agenda item discussions. These audio recordings provide an accurate and comprehensive backup ofCity Council deliberations and  citizen discussion.  Public Comment on impact of flooding and severe storms:  Virginia Manner, President of. Jackson Creek HOA, read a prepared letter requesting city county work together and declare emergency fori the winter storm sO that impacted residents can possibly get help from state and federal levels. She also urged the city tol have aj plan for future events (letter attached). Debbie Rosengarten, Treasurer for Jackson Creek HOA, maintains that State mandates that minimum funding 10% of dues collected is in reserve, and the HOA is at their minimum and has no extra funds to support flood damages. Took extra funds during dry season and shored up gabions, sprinkler repairs, and replaced and capped lines to save money. 75% of! her community is over 70; years old. Doi not have funds between 15 units/residents on site (small community). Field backing up to property rezoned as high fire recently, increasing their fire insurance, an expense that had to be passed on to residents on limited incomes. Seeking help from the city and FEMA to replace their mud filled pool and repairs Aurora Hicks, Homeowner in Jackson Creek HOA, said shei is a 25-year resident and widow. Her garage was flooded along with step down living room. Her flood insurance has a $5000 deductible which is Mayor McLean provided a letter from Beau Gillman of Matich Vukovich Insurance Services regarding flood damage. The letter requests assistance from the City of. Jackson, State and Federal assistance, and/or FEMA funds for Jackson residents effected by the flooding of Jackson Creek who are largely not covered by their homeowner/renter insurance. Preventative measures to reduce the risk of damage is Gerald West, resident attending remotely on Marcucci Lane, home was flooded and believes it could Jeremy Badgis, 341 South Ave., Thanks to the police during the flood for help with saving mom (Mary Hite) from creek. Concerned about upcoming rainstorm with potential for more flooding. Presented an  along creek.  high for her on retirement income. Hoping FEMA can assist.  also requested as ai more permanent solution moving forward (letter attached).  have been prevented if clog in drain had been cleared.  idea to potentially use a water pump toj jump the bridge at Denny's Councilmember Stimpson clarified he may be referring to a type oflift station.  Jesse LaVielle, Resident on Stark Lane, said he is a veteran. He and eight of his friends (including Matt Riebe, previous councilmember) cleared the blocked bridge with a Jeep on their own, preventing his home from being flooded. Seeking proactive solutions to flooding by the city. Stated his story is on the front page ofl FOX 40 news. Complaint about metal plate on bridge on Stark Lane being noisy when Mayor McLean inquires about bridge schedule tol Matt Ospital/City Engineer. Matt advises there is a bridge replacement plan. Mayor McLean advised they are seeking FEMA money to help resolve the  vehicles drive over.  issue.    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  Mary Emde, resident at 425 South Ave., said he lives alone, is retired, has no insurance, is physically Bree Wilder, Public Works Superintendent, reminds public sandbags are available at. Jackson Corp.yard Anne Upshaw, identified herself as landlord to 345 South Ave. She said she was lied to when she bought the property and was told not to worry about the floods. She had tenants sign addendums acknowledging flood possibility. But last week's storm, her tenants were evacuated by Fire. She had to evict them due Mayor McLean empathized and advised State ofCalifornia is facing similar questions regarding Ilighway 99 and Dillard Road, and could not predict thc impact oft the storm even with their vast resources and money. Governor Newsom issued a State ofE Emergency after Amador County adopted County's proclamation first. The impacts we are experiencing are. happening all over the state. Vice Mayor Simmons inquired about South Avenuc bridgc, and ifiti is first tol bc addressed. Hc wanted tol know if French Bar will be raised first and then South Avenue and whether aj plan with Corps of Engineers can be talked about to possibly increase size oft the levy. Matt Ospital/City Engineer clarified John (Jack) Georgette, resident on N. Main, requested clarification from resident Anne Upshaw regarding ifit was ai real estate agent who told her not to worry about the creek. Anne advised it was the realtor, and John advised he does not believe anyone in the city would ever dismiss that creek. Matt Ospital, City Engineer, advised that the Bridge Replacement Projects plan started in 2010 and is awaiting funding from Caltrans for French Bar soon. He added that bridges are not necessarily the problem, but rather the amount of water and debris hitting an area that we all know isi in the FEMA floodplain. There is aj map available that shows the 100-year floodplain runs right through the city. Councilmember Gonsalves reminds the public that government money takes time. She also mentioned state government has been wanting to close the hand crew at the Pine Grove youth camp that cleans the creeks every year. Bree Wilder advised it was cut from 3-4 crews to one 14-person crew this past Robert Dalton, resident 440 South Ave., remarked thal we. need lo identify a project, gel the resources to do it, and come up with a reasonable plan. He believes the city does not have thej power to do that and City Manager Yvonne Kimball advised that the rough estimates for damages due to recent storm/flood are approximately $2 million for the city owned properties and $3 million for private properties, with more data to be updated. These figures will be combined and provided to the county which can request funds from the state. The process takes time. She then added information to provide some perspective. She said the city has approximately 30 employees, with only 6 employees working in Public Works. Kimball recalled that she sent the Public Works Superintendent home after the third day ofworking with minimal sleep due to support being provided to the city during the storm. Councilmembers were also out ini the community physically helping citizens ini need and all available personnel and resources were  incapable, and seeking FEMA and city help. with bags and provided address.  to damages like mold, leaks. She requests assistance now and asks for a date.  South Avenue will not be raised but will be widened.  season.  the County ought to take care ofit.    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  working very hard to assist wherever they could. Regarding property taxes, to provide perspective, Kimball provided the following example- ifa person owns a $500k home in. Jackson, paying approximately $5k in taxes, then the City ofJackson only receives about $80. City'sp property taxes Due to time constraints, the following residents expressed similar concerns, emotionality, and sought funds/assistance and boots on the ground support from the city and FEMA regarding flood/severe  revenues are inadequate to solve all issues in the manner being requested.  weather damage:  Mike McCrory (resident at 20 Marcucci Lane).  Steve Simmons (resident). Ed. Jones (resident). Ralph Clark (resident).  a. Resolution 2023-02 Proclaiming a Local Emergency Due to Flooding and Sever Winter Motion to approve the Resolution 2023-02 proclaiming a Local Emergency Due to Flooding and Sever Winter, Storms dated. January 9, 2023 as presented. Moved by Councilmember Gonsalves, seconded. by Councilmember Stimpson, and carried by a 5to 01 roll call vote:  Storms that began in December 2022.  AYES: McLean, Simmons, Godde, Gonsalves, Stimpson  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None  b. Receive, discuss, and provide direction regarding (verbal) report from the Homeless Outreach Coordinator regarding the City's response to homeless issues. Christine Platt highlighted the success of onel homeless resident who has recently obtained employment and housing. There was a remembrance day for the loss of another one ofher homeless clients recently. The impact ofthe recent flooding fully washed away an entire encampment and people living there lost everything. Efforts were made late into the evening to provide support, resources, and shelter to people experiencing homelessness in their time of Mayor McLean asked for public comment on this topic and no public comment was received. Possible eedback/direction from Council on Mayor suggested initiatives [verbal Mayor McLean briefly touched on the plan to begin the Beautification ofl Main Street. Other councilmembers wish him luck and reminded him of potential challenges to get consensus from Mayor McLean asked for public comment on this topic and no public comment was received. d. Possible authorization to utilize the private sewer lateral SEP fund (Fund #246) to  need.  presentation by Mayor McLean). everyone on Main St.  investigate and repair portion ofl Main St. sewer line.  Manager Kimball gave an introduction, explained the SEP fund was due to aj penalty imposed by the Regional Board. The fund must be used to repair privately owned sewer laterals. She also gave a background ofhow the fund was used sO far and recommended to use the remainder fora a    January 9, 2023 City Council Meeting Minutes  sewer lateral problem on Main St. Councilmember Simmons agreed that portion on Main St. Mayor McLean asked for public comment on this topic and no public comment wasi received. Motion to approve authorization to utilize the private sewer lateral SEP Fund #246 to investigate and repair portion of Main St. sewer line dated. January 9, 2023 as presented. Moved by Councimember. Stimpson seconded by Councilmember Godde, and carried by a. 5  needs to be dealt with.  lo 0 roll call vote:  AYES: McLean, Simmons, Godde, Gonsalves, Stimpson  NOES: None ABSENT: None ABSTAIN: None  8. REGULARI MEETING ADJOURNMENT. Mayor McLean adjourned the meeting at 9:07 p.m. 9. CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNMENT.  No closed session.  ATTEST:  ola Mslt John)Georgette, City/Çlerk  125123 Date Approved