Ripon public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will consider amending the previously approved Major Site Plan Permit (SR21-19) for the Kaizen River development, expanding the project from 3.2 to 4.8 acres, adding two parcels, increasing building square footage from 48,900 to 61,660, and adding parking spaces from 87 to 138. The amendment also proposes three driveway access points instead of one. The commission will also approve the minutes from the November 15, 2021 meeting.

• Amendment to Major Site Plan Permit (SR21-74) for Kaizen River LLC, adding acreage, building square footage, and parking
• Project located along Doak Boulevard between Vera Avenue and S. Acacia Avenue in M1 (Light Industrial) district
• Proposed reduction of side setback for Building C from 20' to 15'
• Benefit assessment fees for six parcels ranging from $2,805.32 to $2,992.34
• Approval of minutes from November 15, 2021 regular meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment (SR21-74) to the previously approved Kaizen River LLC development site plan (SR21-19), expanding the project from 3.2 to 4.8 acres, increasing building square footage from 48,900 to 61,600, and adding parking spaces from 87 to 138. The approval includes an added condition requiring noise mitigation for high-noise tenants in the northern end of Building C, and adopts an updated Negative Declaration (PEA21-16). The commission also approved the November 15, 2021 meeting minutes (3-0, with two abstentions).

• Approved Major Site Plan Permit SR21-74 amending SR21-19 for Kaizen River LLC (unanimous)
• Adopted updated Negative Declaration PEA21-16 for the project
• Added Condition 29: noise mitigation required for high-noise tenants in northern end of Building C
• Approved minutes of November 15, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (3-0, West and Collins abstained)

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving its administrative budget for fiscal year 2022-23 (about $250,000) and the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 22-23) totaling approximately $918,000, both to be forwarded to the Oversight Board. The meeting also includes approval of the October 12, 2021 minutes. No public comments were made at the prior meeting.

• Resolution approving administrative budget for July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023, with $250,000 minimum allowance
• Resolution approving ROPS 22-23 for July 1, 2022 – June 30, 2023, totaling approximately $918,000
• Approval of minutes from October 12, 2021 meeting
• Prior meeting approved $317,844.44 payment for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency approved its administrative budget and Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) for July 1, 2022 through June 30, 2023, and directed staff to present both to the Oversight Board for approval. The board also adopted the minutes from the October 12, 2021 meeting and the consent calendar, which included the two resolutions. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution No. 21-1, administrative budget for 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution No. 21-2, Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for 2022-23 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of October 12, 2021 meeting (4-0, Barton abstained)
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will appoint Gary Barton to the vacant council seat, administer the oath of office, and reorganize leadership with Dean Uecker as Mayor and Michael Restuccia as Vice Mayor. The council will also consider consent items including payments, resolutions, and contract amendments, plus a public hearing on the PFFP capital fees annual report and second readings of ordinances on sidewalk and outdoor dining.

• Appoint Gary Barton to vacant council seat and administer oath
• Approve $155,357.08 progress payment to D.A. Wood Construction for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project
• Adopt resolution setting civil penalties for illegal dumping and nuisance vehicles
• Approve $32,300 amendment to Provost & Pritchard for water loss audit services
• Second reading of Ordinance 910 amending sidewalk dining rules and Ordinance 911 repealing outdoor dining in public right-of-way

The Ripon City Council reorganized, with Dean Uecker accepting the role of Mayor and Michael Restuccia as Vice Mayor. Gary Barton was appointed to the vacant council seat via Resolution 21-57 and sworn in. The council also adopted several resolutions and ordinances, including new sidewalk dining rules and a process for park donations, while tabling discussions on committee roles and illegal dumping penalties for further work.

• Appointed Gary Barton to vacant council seat (Resolution 21-57, unanimous)
• Adopted minutes from Nov 9, Nov 23, and Dec 7 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including payments and resolutions (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-63 for park donation process (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 910 amending sidewalk dining rules (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 911 repealing outdoor dining in public right-of-way (unanimous)
• Approved annual PFFP capital fees report (unanimous)
• Tabled discussion on committee roles and illegal dumping penalties for further staff work

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to interview applicants for a vacant council seat and will select one to be appointed at the December 14, 2021 meeting. The agenda includes public comment and the interview process.

• Council applicant interviews and selection for appointment
• Public discussion period for non-agenda items

The City Council interviewed eight applicants for a vacant council seat and selected Gary Barton. The council voted unanimously to bring a resolution appointing Barton to the December 14, 2021 meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Selected Gary Barton for vacant City Council seat (unanimous)
• Motion to bring appointment resolution to Dec 14 meeting adopted (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to address a council vacancy. The council will review applications and decide on the format for interviews. Public comment is also scheduled for items not on the agenda.

• Discussion/action on council vacancy: review applications and decide interview format

The City Council decided to interview all nine applicants for the vacant council seat on December 7, 2021, at 5:30 PM. They approved a 20-minute interview format with a 3-minute opening statement and a 1-minute closing statement. The selection process will involve rounds of voting until a candidate receives three votes, with a possible appointment on December 14, 2021.

• Decided to interview all nine applicants for the vacant Council seat.
• Set interview date for December 7, 2021, at 5:30 PM.
• Approved 20-minute interview format with 3-minute opening and 1-minute closing statements.
• Adopted voting process: rounds of ballots until a candidate receives three votes, with cumulative ranking if needed.
• Directed staff to send candidate letters outlining the interview process.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for Jake's Place Cigar and Whiskey Lounge at 202 E. Main Street. The proposal involves dividing an existing 3,500 square foot building into two 1,750 square foot suites, with the lounge occupying one suite. The commission will also approve minutes from the October 18 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit (UP21-66) for Jake's Place Cigar and Whiskey Lounge at 202 E. Main Street
• Modification of 3,500 sq ft building into two 1,750 sq ft suites
• Approval of minutes from October 18, 2021 regular meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission approved a Conditional Use Permit (UP21-66) for Jake's Place Cigar and Whiskey Lounge at 202 E. Main Street, allowing the modification of an existing 3,500 square foot building into two 1,700 square foot suites. The vote was unanimous (4-0), with two commissioners absent. The permit is subject to conditions in the staff report, and the applicant will occupy one suite while Events 22 continues in the other.

• Approved Jake's Place Cigar and Whiskey Lounge Conditional Use Permit (UP21-66) (4-0)
• Adopted minutes of October 18, 2021 regular meeting (3-0, Barton abstained)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold public hearings on a development fee increase for the San Joaquin County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation Plan, annual reviews of development agreements, and a right-of-way vacation. They will also consider ordinances related to COVID-19 emergency waivers, sidewalk dining, and other code amendments. The consent calendar includes routine payments, contracts, and resolutions.

• Public hearing on SJMSCP development fee increase for new development
• Ordinance to limit COVID-19 emergency waivers to private property only
• Ordinance amending sidewalk dining and repealing outdoor dining in public right-of-way
• Resolution creating Lead Dispatcher position and adding dispatcher positions
• Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project change order for $60,265.77

The Ripon City Council approved a process to fill the vacant council seat left by Tim Wheeler's resignation, with a 4-1 vote. They also adopted an urgency ordinance limiting COVID-related waivers to private property and introduced ordinances to repeal outdoor dining in public rights-of-way and update sidewalk dining rules. The council approved several resolutions, including rescinding a previous COVID waiver suspension date and amending the habitat conservation fee.

• Approved process to fill vacant City Council seat (4-1)
• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 909 limiting COVID waivers to private property (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 910 updating sidewalk dining rules (unanimous, final vote Dec. 14)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 911 repealing outdoor dining in public rights-of-way (unanimous, final vote Dec. 14)
• Adopted Resolution 21-54 rescinding COVID waiver suspension date (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-55 increasing habitat conservation fee by 12.7% (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-56 vacating right-of-way at 710 Jack Tone Road (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $172,849.65 payment for Stockton Ave project (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to accept a City Council member's resignation and discuss steps for filling the vacancy. Public comment is also provided for items not on the agenda.

• Accept resignation of City Council member
• Discuss steps for filling the vacancy

The City Council accepted Council Member Tim Wheeler's resignation and discussed options for filling the vacancy, including a special election or appointment. Staff was directed to prepare a timeline for the appointment process for the November meeting. No formal decision on the method was made.

• Accepted resignation of Council Member Tim Wheeler
• Directed staff to prepare for filling vacancy at November meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on an appeal by Pacific Pride Cardlock against the Planning Director's denial of a fuel canopy at 816 S. Frontage Road, deemed an expansion of a legal non-conforming use. The Commission will also conduct the annual review of development agreements for several subdivisions. The agenda includes approval of minutes from the September 20 meeting.

• Appeal hearing AP21-76: Pacific Pride Cardlock fuel canopy denial at 816 S. Frontage Road
• Annual review of development agreements for Cornerstone II, Silverstone, Alexandra, The Vineyards, Meadowbrook, Meadowood, Pereira, Ripon Gardens II, and Calvary Reformed Church Master Plan
• Approval of minutes from September 20, 2021 regular meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission voted 3-1 to overturn staff's denial of a fuel canopy at Pacific Pride Cardlock, 816 Frontage Road, allowing the business to proceed with a minor site review application. The commission also unanimously approved the annual review of nine active development agreements, finding good faith compliance and directing staff to report to the City Council.

• Appeal AP21-76 granted: allowed Pacific Pride Cardlock to pursue minor site review for fuel canopy (3-1, Collins dissenting)
• Annual development agreement review approved: found good faith compliance for 9 active agreements, directed staff report to City Council (unanimous)
• Minutes of September 20, 2021 meeting approved (unanimous)

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency is meeting to approve the consent calendar, which includes a single payment of $317,844.44 to US Bank for debt service on the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. The agenda also includes approval of the April 13, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Payment of $317,844.44 to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service
• Approval of minutes from the April 13, 2021 Successor Agency meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency held a regular meeting on October 12, 2021, with all five directors present. The board unanimously approved the minutes from the April 13, 2021 meeting and the consent calendar, which included a debt service payment of $317,844.44 for the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:04 PM.

• Approved minutes of April 13, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $317,844.44 debt service payment (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a regular meeting with a closed session on potential litigation. The main public items include a public hearing and first reading of ordinances to amend zoning rules for hotel and motel uses, plus an ordinance on illegal dumping. The council will also consider several resolutions, including continuing teleconferencing for meetings, and approve various payments and agreements.

• Public hearing on zoning text amendment TAZ 21-61 for hotel/motel uses in Office, Industrial, and Mixed Use districts
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapters 16.20, 16.24, and 16.26 on hotel/motel height restrictions
• First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 8.14 on illegal dumping and nuisance vehicles
• Resolution to continue teleconferencing for public meetings under AB 361
• Payments totaling over $1.5 million including $374,940.28 to D.A. Wood Construction for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project

The Ripon City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ripon Consolidated Fire District to move forward with the Proposition 218 process, and authorized the Mayor to sign a Professional Services Agreement with Harris & Associates. The Council also adopted resolutions for health and welfare benefits, approved a zoning text amendment for hotel/motel heights, and introduced two ordinances. A resolution to continue teleconferencing was withdrawn, and the shooting range agreement with Manteca was amended to require brass pickup.

• Approved MOU with Ripon Consolidated Fire District for Prop 218 process (unanimous)
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with Harris & Associates (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-51 for 2022 health and welfare benefits increase (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 907 amending hotel/motel height restrictions (unanimous, next 11/9/2021)
• Introduced Ordinance 908 amending illegal dumping rules for Recycling Center (unanimous, next 11/9/2021)
• Approved amended Shooting Range Agreement with City of Manteca (unanimous)
• Withdrew Resolution to continue teleconferencing during state of emergency
• Denied claim by Byron Gutierrez

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and potentially take action on several items. The main action item is approving a $54,790 contract with Womack Striping, Inc. for roadway striping replacement on multiple streets. The council will also receive a presentation on pension rate stabilization and consider accepting a parcel map for 710 Jack Tone Road. A closed session is scheduled for real property negotiations.

• Approve $54,790 contract with Womack Striping, Inc. for roadway striping on Garrison Way, N. Wilma Ave., Vera Ave., Doak Blvd., and Miriam Way
• Presentation on Section 115 Trusts for prefunding pension obligations (discussion only, no action)
• Accept Parcel Map No. 20-18 for 710 Jack Tone Road
• Closed session on real property negotiations per California Government Code Section 54956.7

The City Council approved a $54,790 contract with Womack Striping, Inc. for roadway striping replacement on multiple streets, including Garrison Way, with the mayor authorized to sign. The council also accepted Parcel Map No. 20-18 for 710 Jack Tone Road, authorizing the mayor, city engineer, and city clerk to sign for recording. A presentation on a Section 115 Trust for pension rate stabilization was discussed but no action was taken.

• Approved $54,790 contract with Womack Striping, Inc. for roadway striping (unanimous)
• Accepted Parcel Map No. 20-18 for 710 Jack Tone Road (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will consider a tentative parcel map to subdivide the 16.92-acre Pilot Travel Center property at 1501 N. Jack Tone Road into two parcels, and will hold a public hearing on zoning text amendments to commercial, industrial, and mixed-use districts. The commission will also review a partial right-of-way abandonment at Jack Tone Road and Canal Boulevard. The agenda includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Tentative Parcel Map PM21-62: Subdivide 16.92 acres at 1501 N. Jack Tone Road into 14.96-acre and 1.96-acre parcels (Pilot Travel Center)
• Zoning Text Amendment TAZ21-61: Amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 16.20 (Office/Commercial), 16.24 (Industrial), and 16.26 (Mixed Use)
• Partial right-of-way abandonment at Jack Tone Road and Canal Boulevard adjacent to 710 Jack Tone Road
• Appeal period: 10 days from meeting date, appeal fee $536.00

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved a tentative parcel map (PM21-62) to subdivide a 16.92-acre parcel at 1501 N. Jack Tone Road into two parcels, with no site plan or improvements proposed at this time. The commission also unanimously determined that the proposed vacation of a portion of public right-of-way at Jack Tone Road and Canal Boulevard adjacent to 710 Jack Tone Road conforms to the General Plan. Additionally, the commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve zoning text amendments to Chapters 16.20, 16.24, and 16.26, which include changes to building square footage requirements and allowing four-story hotels with a use permit. All decisions were made with Commissioner Barton absent.

• Approved Tentative Parcel Map PM21-62 for Pilot Travel Center subdivision (unanimous)
• Determined right-of-way vacation at Jack Tone Road and Canal Boulevard conforms to General Plan (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve zoning text amendments to Chapters 16.20, 16.24, 16.26 (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 19, 2021 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding its regular meeting on September 14, 2021, with a closed session at 5:00 PM for personnel negotiations and pending litigation. The main business includes approving the consent calendar, which covers routine payments, resolutions, and several contracts, including a $1.76 million bid for the Well 19 Pump Station Project and multiple agreements for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.

• Award Well 19 Pump Station Project bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50, plus $175,000 for motor control center from Tesco Controls
• Approve Change Order No. 4 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project (D.A. Wood Construction) for $38,764.98
• Approve professional services amendments: SKW & Associates ($30,800) for Senior Center Retrofit, MCR Engineering ($32,000) for Stockton Avenue project
• Accept $13,540 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for police wellness training
• Approve resolutions accepting utility easements and grant deed for Stockton Avenue properties (651, 733, 449 S. Stockton Ave.)

The City Council unanimously approved awarding the Well 19 Pump Station Project bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50, including a $175,000 motor control center purchase from Tesco Controls, Inc. as a sole-source item. The Council also approved the consent calendar as amended, which included resolutions for a Section 125 Plan, grant applications, utility easements, and various professional services agreements and payments. No reportable action was taken in closed session regarding personnel negotiations or pending litigation.

• Awarded Well 19 Pump Station bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50 (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 motor control center purchase from Tesco Controls, Inc. as sole source (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including Resolution 21-41 (Section 125 Plan) and Resolution 21-42 (per capita grant application) (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 4 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $38,764.98 (consent calendar)
• Approved Amendment No. 1 with SKW & Associates for Senior Center Retrofit design, not to exceed $30,800 (consent calendar)
• Approved Amendment No. 2 with MCR Engineering for Stockton Avenue construction management, not to exceed $32,000 (consent calendar)
• Approved $29,923 contract with Grover Tree Service for tree pruning/removal maintenance (consent calendar)
• Accepted $13,540 training donation from Van Unen for police wellness training (consent calendar)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes awarding a $1,761,590.50 bid for the Well 19 Pump Station Project, approving several professional service agreements and change orders, and accepting donations. The meeting also includes a closed session on personnel negotiations and potential litigation. Most items are routine approvals, but the Well 19 project is the largest financial commitment.

• Award Well 19 Pump Station Project bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50
• Approve $175,000 motor control center purchase from Tesco Controls, Inc.
• Approve Change Order No. 4 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project ($38,764.98)
• Accept $13,540 donation from Van Unen family for police wellness training
• Approve Proposition 68 grant application for Community Center tennis court reconstruction

The Ripon City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar as amended, including awarding the Well 19 Pump Station Project bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50 and approving a $175,000 sole-source purchase of a motor control center from Tesco Controls. The council also approved several resolutions, including a Section 125 plan, grant applications, and utility easement acceptances, as well as various professional services agreements and change orders. No public comment was received, and the meeting adjourned at 6:22 PM.

• Awarded Well 19 Pump Station bid to Soracco, Inc. for $1,761,590.50 (unanimous)
• Approved $175,000 motor control center purchase from Tesco Controls as sole source (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-41 approving Section 125 Plan with Navia Benefit Solutions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-42 submitting Proposition 68 grant application for tennis court reconstruction (unanimous)
• Accepted utility easements and grant deed for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project (Resolutions 21-43, 21-44, 21-45) (unanimous)
• Declared intention to abandon right-of-way at 710 Jack Tone Road, forwarded to Planning Commission (Resolution 21-46) (unanimous)
• Approved $30,800 amendment for Senior Center Retrofit design services (unanimous)
• Approved $38,764.98 Change Order No. 4 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold its regular meeting on August 10, 2021, to consider consent calendar items, resolutions, and discussion items. Key actions include authorizing a grant application, approving a change order for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project, and discussing a letter to Congressman Josh Harder about COVID-19 border measures. The meeting also includes a closed session on litigation and property negotiations.

• Authorize application for SJCOG REAP grant funds of $45,713
• Approve Change Order No. 3 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $135,904.03
• Approve Pyrethroid Management Plan for Regional Water Quality Control Board
• Approve Measure K agreements for Blossom Express transit and Stockton Avenue reimbursement
• Direct staff to draft letter to Congressman Josh Harder on COVID-19 positive border arrivals

The Ripon City Council adopted Resolution 21-40, directing staff to stop implementing the municipal emergency services code as of November 30, 2021, which extends temporary COVID-19 business waivers (including outdoor dining) by one month from the originally proposed October 31 date. The council also approved the consent calendar, including multiple payments and resolutions, and voted to send a letter to Congressman Josh Harder regarding COVID-19 positive individuals entering the United States.

• Adopted Resolution 21-40 extending COVID-19 business waivers to Nov 30, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $253,558.56 progress payment to D.A. Wood Construction (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-36 authorizing application for $45,713 REAP grant from SJCOG (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-37 authorizing transfer of municipal funds for FY 2020-21 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-38 authorizing transfer of street and road revenue (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 21-39 appointing Kelly Donohue to SJCOG Citizens Advisory Committee (5-0)
• Approved Change Order No. 3 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project, not to exceed $135,904.03 (5-0)
• Adopted motion to draft letter to Congressman Josh Harder regarding COVID-19 border policy (4-0, Zuber abstained)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss a major site review for a proposed 130,950-square-foot warehouse facility for Diamond Pet Foods at 942 S. Stockton Avenue, and to hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment regarding detached accessory structures. The commission will also consider approving minutes from a prior special meeting. No staff recommendation is provided for the zoning text amendment, which is solely a recommendation to the City Council.

• Major Site Review (SR21-39) for Diamond Pet Foods warehouse: 130,950 sq ft, 10 truck loading docks, M2 Heavy Industrial district, 942 S. Stockton Avenue
• Adoption of Negative Declaration (PEA21-07) for the Diamond Pet Foods project
• Zoning Text Amendment TAZ21-45: amendments to Ripon Municipal Code Title 16.140 on dimension regulations for detached accessory structures
• Approval of minutes from the July 1, 2021 special meeting
• Appeal period: 10 days from meeting date, appeal fee $536.00

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved a Major Site Review for a 130,950-square-foot warehouse at Diamond Pet Foods, adopting the Negative Declaration. The commission also unanimously recommended to the City Council that no changes be made to the city's dimension regulations for detached accessory structures, following a public hearing with no comments.

• Approved Major Site Review (SR21-39) for Diamond Pet Foods warehouse (unanimous)
• Adopted Negative Declaration (PEA21-07) for the warehouse project (unanimous)
• Recommended no changes to Chapter 16.140 Dimension Regulations for accessory structures (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 1, 2021 special meeting (4-0, Collins abstained)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a regular meeting on July 13, 2021, with a closed session at 5:00 PM. The main items are adopting the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, approving employee compensation plans and memoranda of understanding for several employee groups, and holding public hearings on CDBG grant funding and annual assessments for landscape and lighting districts. The agenda also includes routine consent calendar items such as payments and resolutions.

• Adopt FY 2021-2022 budget
• Adopt employee compensation plan for administrative staff and non-represented police
• Adopt MOUs for Public Works, Police Sergeants, and Police Officers (FY 2021/22-2023/24)
• Public hearing: allocate CDBG CV-1 and CV-3 funds to Ripon Senior Center Retrofit Project
• Public hearing: levy annual assessments for ten Landscape Maintenance Districts and Lighting District

The Ripon City Council unanimously adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 Budget, with a change to replace the Santos Avenue reconstruction project with a 'to be determined' project, allowing staff to consider other streets like Madsen. The Council also approved several resolutions, including the employee compensation plan, memoranda of understanding for public works and police employees, and the Downtown Circulation and Streetscape Improvement Master Plan. Additionally, they allocated CDBG-CV grant funds to the Senior Center Retrofit Project and approved the annual assessments for landscape and lighting districts.

• Adopted Resolution 21-32, the FY 2021-22 Budget, with Santos Avenue reconstruction replaced by a 'to be determined' project.
• Adopted Resolution 21-25, the employee compensation plan for FY 2021-22 for administrative staff and non-represented police employees.
• Adopted Resolutions 21-26, 21-27, and 21-28, memoranda of understanding for public works, police sergeant, and police officer associations for FY 2021/22-2023/24.
• Adopted Resolution 21-33, allocating CDBG CV-1 and CV-3 grant funds to the Ripon Senior Center Retrofit Project.
• Adopted Resolution 21-34, approving the levy of annual assessments for ten landscape maintenance districts, including a 1.6% increase for the Alexandra district.
• Adopted Resolution 21-35, approving the annual assessment for the City of Ripon Lighting District with no change.
• Adopted Ordinance 905, amending the municipal code on cargo container, storage container, and construction dumpsters in the heavy industrial district.
• Adopted the Downtown Circulation and Streetscape Improvement Master Plan and priority list.

Planning Commission - Special Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider a Major Site Review for a 255-unit self-storage facility on 3.24 acres at 700 S. Parallel Avenue in the M1 Light Industrial district. The commission will also approve minutes from the May 17, 2021 regular meeting. The agenda includes a public discussion period and a staff recommendation to approve the project with a Negative Declaration.

• Major Site Review (SR21-36) for Ripon Parallel Self Storage, 255 units on 3.24 acres at 700 S. Parallel Avenue
• Adoption of Negative Declaration (PEA21-06) for the self-storage project
• Approval of minutes from the May 17, 2021 regular meeting
• Appeal period of 10 days with a $536 appeal fee

The Planning Commission unanimously approved the Major Site Plan Permit (SR21-36) for Ripon Parallel Self Storage, a 255-unit facility on 3.24 acres at 700 S. Parallel Avenue, subject to staff conditions and an added condition to relocate the trash enclosure away from the masonry wall. The Commission also adopted the Negative Declaration (PEA21-06) for the project. The minutes of the May 17, 2021 regular meeting were approved 3-0 with one abstention.

• Approved Major Site Plan Permit (SR21-36) for Ripon Parallel Self Storage, a 255-unit facility at 700 S. Parallel Avenue, with conditions including relocating the trash enclosure away from the masonry wall.
• Adopted Negative Declaration (PEA21-06) for the self-storage project.
• Approved the minutes of the May 17, 2021 regular Planning Commission meeting (3-0, with Commissioner West abstaining).

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting on June 30, 2021, at 3:00 PM. The agenda includes public discussion and a closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding contracts for the Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with Police Officers Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Ripon Sergeants Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Public Works Employees
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Unrepresented Employees

The Ripon City Council met in a special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee groups. City Attorney Tom Terpstra reported that Council received an update and gave staff direction, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:56 PM.

• Held closed session for labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees
• Received update and gave staff direction; no reportable action taken

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting on June 30, 2021, primarily to enter closed session for labor negotiations with several employee groups. The only public portion is an opportunity for residents to address the council on non-agenda items. No decisions or public agenda items are scheduled.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with Police Officers Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Ripon Sergeants Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Public Works Employees
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Unrepresented Employees
• Public comment period for non-agenda items

The Ripon City Council met in a special closed session to receive an update on labor negotiations with the Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. Staff was given direction, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 4:56 PM.

• Held closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four employee groups
• Received update and gave staff direction; no reportable action taken

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold public hearings on the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Budget, an update to the Corporation Yard AB1600 fee, and a zoning text amendment for cargo containers. The council will also consider consent calendar items including payments, resolutions for assessment districts and road projects, and several service agreements.

• Public hearing on 2021-2022 City Budget
• Public hearing on Corporation Yard AB1600 Fee update
• Zoning text amendment TAZ 21-37 for Chapter 16.146 (cargo containers)
• Resolution approving FY 2021-22 SB1 road repair project list
• Change Order No. 2 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation ($28,174.31)

The City Council held public hearings and adopted the Fiscal Year 2021-2022 City Budget of approximately $27 million, which includes funding for police, roads, and capital projects. The Council also introduced Ordinance No. 905, amending the municipal code to allow modified cargo containers in heavy industrial districts, with a final reading scheduled for July 13, 2021. Several resolutions were approved, including the SB1 project list and General Fund transfers, and a change order for the Stockton Avenue rehabilitation was authorized.

• Adopted FY 2021-22 City Budget (~$27M) (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 905 allowing modified cargo containers in heavy industrial districts (unanimous, final reading 7/13/2021)
• Approved Resolution 21-21 for ten assessment districts' preliminary report (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-22 adopting SB1 road repair project list (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-23 for FY 2020-21 General Fund transfers (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 2 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation ($28,174.31) (unanimous)
• Approved San Joaquin Regional Transit District payment ($2,749.91) (4-0, Restuccia recused)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Ripon City Council with a public comment period and a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four employee groups: Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. No other business is on the agenda.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with Police Officers Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Ripon Sergeants Association
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Public Works Employees
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Unrepresented Employees
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda

The Ripon City Council met in special session and immediately entered closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four employee groups. No reportable action was taken, and the meeting adjourned without any public decisions.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees; no reportable action taken

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a conditional use permit and tentative parcel map for a battery energy storage system (BESS) on about 4.9 acres in the C4 district, and a zoning text amendment to update cargo container regulations. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the April 19, 2021 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit UP20-33 and Tentative Parcel Map PM20-32 for Noosa Energy Storage, LLC (Ripon Reliability Project) on ~4.9 acres in C4 district
• Zoning Text Amendment TAZ21-37 to amend Municipal Code Title 16.146 on cargo storage containers and construction dumpsters
• Appeal period expires 10 days after meeting at 5:00 p.m.; appeal fee is $536.00

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved a conditional use permit and tentative parcel map for the Noosa Energy Storage, LLC battery energy storage system (BESS) project at 1302 Frontage Road. The commission also unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a zoning text amendment to allow modified cargo storage containers in Heavy Industrial districts, such as for the eFUEL facility at Wever Trucking.

• Approved Noosa Energy Storage, LLC Conditional Use Permit (UP20-33) and Tentative Parcel Map (PM20-32) for a battery energy storage system at 1302 Frontage Road (4-0, 2 absent)
• Recommended City Council approval of Zoning Text Amendment TAZ21-37 to allow modified cargo storage containers in Heavy Industrial districts (4-0, 2 absent)
• Approved minutes of the April 19, 2021 Planning Commission meeting (4-0, 2 absent)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council approved the consent calendar as amended, including an agricultural lease agreement with Ripon Christian Schools for property at 811 W. River Road, with an added escalator clause. The council also approved minutes from prior meetings and the agenda as amended, withdrawing a memorandum of understanding with the Ripon Consolidated Fire District. Several items were discussed without action, including the Downtown Circulation Study, outdoor dining ordinances, and the 2021-2022 budget.

• Approved minutes of April 13 and April 20 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Approved agricultural lease agreement with Ripon Christian Schools (unanimous)
• Withdrew MOU with Ripon Consolidated Fire District

City Council - Workshop

The Ripon City Council is meeting for a workshop to discuss future policy goals and how to implement them. This is a discussion-only session with no formal action expected.

• Strategic planning working session on future policy goals and implementation

The City Council held a workshop to discuss future policy goals, with no formal votes taken. Staff reviewed the 2019-20 policy goals, financial reserves, and a 20-year capital plan. Council requested staff update the 10-year street and roads plan to reflect pavers instead of asphalt. Discussions also covered homelessness, unfunded PERS liability options, and sales tax master plan possibilities.

• Requested staff update 10-year Street and Roads Plan to use pavers instead of asphalt
• Discussed homelessness and transient population policies (no action)
• Discussed options for addressing unfunded PERS liability (no action)
• Discussed future of Sales and Use Tax and possible Master Plan (no action)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss and potentially approve four major site review applications, including a new production line for Diamond Pet Foods, an RV sales center, a light industrial development, and a city public works maintenance facility. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from a prior meeting. Public comments can be submitted by email or made in person, subject to COVID-19 protocols.

• Major Site Review (SR21-18) for Diamond Pet Foods: fourth pet food production line at 942 S. Stockton Avenue, with Final EIR certification
• Major Site Review (SR21-15) & Lot Merger (LM21-16) for Happy Daze RV: RV sales and service center on 9.79 acres at 752 Kamps Way and 1441 Canal Boulevard
• Major Site Review (SR21-19) for Kaizen River Development: four buildings totaling ~48,900 sq ft on 3.26 acres along Doak Boulevard between Vera Avenue and S. Acacia Avenue
• Major Site Review (SR21-13) for City of Ripon Public Works Maintenance Facility: 12,500 sq ft building at 444 Doak Boulevard
• Appeal period: 10 days from meeting date, appeal fee $536.00

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved four major site reviews: Diamond Pet Foods' fourth production line (with EIR certification), Happy Daze RV sales and service center (with lot merger), Kaizen River LLC's four-building light industrial development, and the City of Ripon Public Works Maintenance Facility. All approvals were unanimous and included adoption of required environmental documents.

• Certified Final EIR and approved Major Site Plan Permit for Diamond Pet Foods expansion (unanimous)
• Approved Major Site Plan Permit and Lot Merger for Happy Daze RV (unanimous)
• Approved Major Site Plan Permit for Kaizen River LLC development (unanimous)
• Approved Major Site Plan Permit for City of Ripon Public Works Maintenance Facility (unanimous)

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving a $363,165 payment to US Bank for debt service on the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds, due May 1, 2021. The agenda also includes approval of the February 9, 2021 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed.

• Payment of $363,165 to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service
• Approval of minutes from the February 9, 2021 regular meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency held a brief regular meeting on April 13, 2021, with all five directors present. The board unanimously approved the minutes from the February 9, 2021 meeting and the consent calendar, which included a $363,165 debt service payment for the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 6:34 PM.

• Approved minutes of February 9, 2021 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $363,165 debt service payment for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold its regular meeting on April 13, 2021, to consider a consent calendar of routine items, a second reading of an ordinance to amend accessory dwelling unit regulations to comply with state law, and a discussion on installing new carpet at the library. The consent calendar includes payments, contracts, and resolutions, including an asphalt repair contract and change orders for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project.

• Ordinance No. 904: Amends Title 16, Chapter 16.86 (Accessory Dwelling Units) to comply with state law.
• Asphalt repair contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. (not to exceed $55,000).
• Change Order No. 1 for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation with D.A. Wood Construction (not to exceed $189,062.81).
• Temporary public access agreements with Wever Trucking and Cal Freight for Stockton Avenue truck detour.
• Discussion on splitting cost of new library carpet with Friends of the Library (not to exceed $25,277).

The City Council unanimously adopted Ordinance No. 904, amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations to comply with recent State law changes. The Council also approved several consent calendar items, including a $189,062.02 change order for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project truck detour, a temporary public access and construction agreement with Barry M. Wever for Fifth Street closures, and a similar agreement with Cal Freight. A contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. for asphalt repair work not to exceed $55,000 was also approved.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 904 amending ADU regulations (unanimous)
• Approved $189,062.81 change order for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved asphalt repair contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Public Access Agreement with Barry M. Wever (unanimous)
• Approved Temporary Public Access Agreement with Sterling Leasing/Cal Freight (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar as amended (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two resolutions adopting Amendment No. 2 to the Memoranda of Understanding (MOUs) for the Police Sergeants' Association and the Police Officers' Association. These amendments adjust salary levels and provide a one-time payment for police personnel. The meeting also includes a closed session to discuss potential or pending litigation.

• Resolution to adopt Amendment No. 2 to the Police Sergeants' Association MOU, increasing Sergeant Level from 231 to 232.5 and providing a 1.2% one-time payment
• Resolution to adopt Amendment No. 2 to the Police Officers' Association MOU, increasing Patrol Officer Level from 206 to 207.5 and providing a 1.2% one-time payment
• Closed session for potential or pending litigation (1 case) under California Government Code Section 54956.9(e)(1)

The Ripon City Council unanimously adopted two resolutions amending the Memoranda of Understanding for the Police Sergeants' Association and Police Officers' Association, providing a 1.5% salary schedule adjustment (retroactive to July 1, 2020) and a one-time 1.2% off-schedule payment. The council also held a closed session on pending litigation, receiving direction on the JKB matter, with no other reportable action.

• Adopted Resolution 21-14 for Police Sergeants' Association MOU amendment (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-15 for Police Officers' Association MOU amendment (unanimous)
• Held closed session on potential litigation; no reportable action taken

City Council - Workshop

The Ripon City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to review and take public comment on the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Diamond Pet Food facility expansion project, including its Odor Management Plan. This is an informal informational meeting with discussion only and no action will be taken. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is not open to the public, but participation is available via Zoom or YouTube.

• Review of Final EIR for Diamond Pet Food facility expansion
• Discussion of Odor Management Plan
• Public comment on the EIR
• No action to be taken at this workshop

The Ripon City Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to review the final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Diamond Pet Food's proposed fourth production line and odor management plan. No formal action was taken; the Planning Commission is scheduled to decide on the project on April 19, 2021. The EIR will be available to the public by April 9, 2021.

• Reviewed the final EIR for Diamond Pet Food expansion, including the Odor Management Plan.
• Took public comment on the EIR and odor management.
• No formal action taken; decision deferred to Planning Commission meeting on April 19, 2021.
• EIR to be made public by April 9, 2021.

Planning Commission - Workshop

The Ripon City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to review and take public comment on the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Diamond Pet Food Facility expansion project, including its Odor Management Plan. This is an informal informational meeting with no action expected. Due to COVID-19, the meeting is not open to the public, but remote participation via Zoom and viewing on YouTube are available.

• Review of Final EIR for Diamond Pet Food Facility expansion
• Discussion of Odor Management Plan
• Public comment on the EIR
• Remote participation via Zoom (email/call Jane Kilgore by 3:00 pm)
• Live stream on YouTube (comments not part of official record)

The City Council and Planning Commission held a joint workshop to review the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Diamond Pet Food's proposed fourth production line and odor management plan. No formal action was taken; the Planning Commission will decide whether to certify the EIR and approve the project at its April 19, 2021 meeting. The EIR will be made public by April 9, 2021.

• No action taken; workshop was informational only.
• Planning Commission to certify Final EIR and decide on fourth line on April 19, 2021.
• Final EIR to be released to the public by April 9, 2021.
• Odor Management Plan includes tiered response system; City can shut down fourth line if Tier 3 reached.
• Odor Management Plan remains with the plant if sold.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council and Planning Commission are holding a joint workshop to review and take public comment on the Final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for the Diamond Pet Food facility expansion project, including its Odor Management Plan. No formal action will be taken at this informational meeting.

• Review of Final EIR for Diamond Pet Food Facility expansion
• Public comment on Odor Management Plan
• Workshop held remotely due to COVID-19; public participation via Zoom or YouTube

The joint workshop was informational only; no formal decisions were made. The Planning Commission reviewed the final Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for Diamond Pet Food's proposed fourth production line and discussed the Odor Management Plan. The Commission will decide whether to certify the EIR and approve the project at its April 19, 2021 meeting.

• No formal action taken; workshop was informational only
• Scheduled certification and project determination for April 19, 2021

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 9, 2021, with a closed session at 5:00 PM. The agenda includes consent items, public hearings on CDBG/HOME funding allocations and a zoning code amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units, and discussion of the 2021 One Voice advocacy trip. The meeting will be conducted remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Public hearing on FY 2021-2022 CDBG and HOME Program funding allocations
• Zoning code text amendment TAZ 21-03 to comply with state ADU regulations
• Resolution approving Happy Daze RV's participation in Economic Development Incentive Program
• Resolution adopting FY 2020-2021 employee compensation plan for administrative staff and non-represented police
• Consent to assignment of Meadowood residential development project to CP Meadowood, LLC

The City Council approved a first reading of Ordinance 904, amending the Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations to comply with recent state law changes, and directed staff to bring back revisions discussed, including removing the two-story allowance for alley-loaded lots and adding a 30-day minimum occupancy requirement. The Council also approved the 2021-2022 CDBG and HOME funding allocations, endorsed the Ripon Multi-Modal Station and North Ripon Road/River Road intersection projects for the One Voice trip, and approved several consent calendar items, including payments and resolutions. Two police union MOU amendments were tabled to April 13, 2021.

• Approved first reading of Ordinance 904 amending ADU code (unanimous)
• Approved 2021-2022 CDBG and HOME funding allocations (unanimous)
• Approved One Voice projects: Multi-Modal Station and North Ripon/River Road intersection (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including payments and resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved Bank of Stockton invoice 4-0 (Restuccia recused)
• Approved SJRTD invoice 4-0 (Restuccia recused)
• Tabled police sergeants' and officers' MOU amendments to 4/13/2021
• Approved Ripon Unified School District MOU with annual report requirement (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

This is a special meeting of the Ripon City Council, held remotely due to COVID-19, with the primary purpose of entering closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee groups. The agenda includes public comment time and a closed session item for negotiations with the Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. No other substantive business is scheduled.

• Closed session: labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees
• Public comment period for items not on the agenda
• Meeting held virtually due to COVID-19; public participation via email and live stream

The special meeting was called to order and no public comments were made. The council entered closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee groups, and after the session, City Attorney Terpstra reported that no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session on labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees (no reportable action)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a zoning text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (TAZ21-03) and discuss a major site review for a Burger King and Popeye's Chicken development at 744 N. Jack Tone Road. The meeting will be held remotely due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email. The commission will also appoint a chairman and vice-chairman and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Zoning text amendment TAZ21-03 for Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
• Major Site Review SR21-02 for Burger King and Popeye's Chicken at 744 N. Jack Tone Road
• Appointment of Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of minutes from December 14, 2020 meeting

The Commission unanimously recommended the City Council approve the amended Accessory Dwelling Unit ordinance (TAZ21-03), with a modification to remove the allowance for detached second-story ADUs and add language for addressing. It also approved the Major Site Plan Permit for a Burger King and Popeye's Chicken development at 744 N. Jack Tone Road (4-1), and adopted the associated Negative Declaration. The Commission reorganized, appointing George Saljian as Chairman and Gary Barton as Vice-Chairman, and approved the December 14, 2020 minutes (4-0).

• Recommended City Council approve ADU ordinance amendment with removal of detached two-story ADUs (unanimous)
• Approved Major Site Plan Permit SR21-02 for Burger King/Popeye's Chicken at 744 N. Jack Tone Road (4-1)
• Adopted Negative Declaration PEA21-01 for the Burger King/Popeye's project (4-1)
• Appointed George Saljian as Chairman (5-0)
• Appointed Gary Barton as Vice-Chairman (5-0)
• Approved minutes of December 14, 2020 regular meeting (4-0, VanEssen abstained)

City Council - Workshop

The Ripon City Council is holding a workshop to receive an update on the COVID-19 pandemic from staff. The meeting is not open to the public due to state guidance; residents can watch live on YouTube and submit comments by email.

• COVID-19 update from staff
• Workshop closed to public due to state guidance
• Public comments accepted via email to city clerk, 250 words max
• Meeting livestreamed on city's YouTube channel

The City Council held a workshop to discuss COVID-19 reopening, enforcement of health orders, and recreation programs. No formal votes were taken; the council recommended involving the Chamber of Commerce in enforcement rollout and agreed to be conservative in reopening to avoid setbacks.

• Recommended Chamber of Commerce involvement in enforcement rollout
• Agreed to be conservative in reopening to avoid setbacks
• Discussed phasing in enforcement of municipal code for outdoor dining

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will consider approving the consent calendar, which includes awarding a $4,747,866.50 contract for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project, and adopting resolutions for the amended FY 2020-21 budget and a study of General Plan open space amendments. They will also discuss funding options for the Corporation Yard project. The meeting will be held virtually due to COVID-19, with public comments accepted via email.

• Award $4,747,866.50 contract to D.A. Wood Construction for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project
• Adopt resolution for FY 2020-2021 amended annual budget
• Direct staff to evaluate amendments to Open Space and Conservation Element of General Plan
• Discuss Corporation Yard funding, including possible fee increase and loan from Mitigation Fund
• Accept $3,054 bench donation from Di Quaresma for Riverview Circle path

The City Council unanimously awarded the base bid contract for the Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation Project to D.A. Wood Construction, Inc. for $4,747,866.50 and authorized staff to proceed. The Council also unanimously adopted Resolution 21-9, approving the amended FY 2020-21 budget, which projects a $410,000 deficit and uses prior year surplus for capital purchases. Additionally, the Council directed staff to evaluate General Plan amendments regarding open space and to proceed with Corporation Yard Phase 1 design and funding.

• Awarded $4,747,866.50 contract to D.A. Wood Construction for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-9, amended FY 2020-21 budget with $410,000 deficit, using prior year surplus for capital purchases (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 21-10 directing staff to evaluate Open Space and Conservation Element amendments (unanimous)
• Directed staff to increase Corporation Yard PFFP fee, complete Phase 1 design, and prepare loan resolution from Redevelopment Bond and Mitigation funds (unanimous)
• Approved $24,510.25 Terpstra Henderson legal invoice (unanimous)
• Approved $2,576.19 SJRTD invoice (4-0, Restuccia recused)
• Approved $28,243.78 SSJGSA invoice (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended, including $303,042.68 in income and various payments (unanimous)

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving minutes from its December 8, 2020 meeting and act on a consent calendar item to accept final arbitrage calculation reports from Omnicap Group, LLC for the 2003, 2005, and 2007 Tax Allocation Bonds. The reports show no rebate liability is owed to the IRS. The $12,000 cost for the reports is a recognized obligation reimbursed through the ROPS process.

• Accept final arbitrage calculation reports from Omnicap Group, LLC for Tax Allocation Bonds, Issue of 2003, 2005, and 2007
• Pay Omnicap Group, LLC $12,000 for arbitrage calculation reports
• Approve minutes of the December 8, 2020 Successor Agency regular meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included paying Omnicap Group $12,000 for final arbitrage calculation reports on three tax allocation bond issues (2003, 2005, 2007) and accepting those reports. The meeting was adjourned at 7:24 PM.

• Approved minutes of Dec 8, 2020 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved $12,000 payment to Omnicap Group for arbitrage reports (unanimous)
• Accepted final arbitrage calculation reports for 2003, 2005, 2007 bonds (unanimous)

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a special meeting on January 27, 2021. The agenda includes a public discussion period and a closed session for labor negotiations.

• Closed session: Police Officers Association
• Closed session: Ripon Sergeants Association
• Closed session: Public Works Employees
• Closed session: Unrepresented Employees

The Ripon City Council met in a special closed session to discuss labor negotiations with several employee groups, including the Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. City Attorney Tom Terpstra reported that the council received an update and gave staff direction, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting adjourned at 4:44 PM.

• Held closed session for labor negotiations update (no reportable action)
• Adjourned meeting at 4:44 PM

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting that is not open to the public due to COVID-19. The agenda includes a public discussion period and a closed session to confer with labor negotiators regarding contracts for the Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees. The meeting will be live-streamed, and public comments can be submitted via email.

• Closed session for labor negotiations with Police Officers Association, Ripon Sergeants Association, Public Works Employees, and Unrepresented Employees
• Public comments accepted via email to [email protected]
• Meeting live-streamed on YouTube
• Meeting location: Council Chambers, 259 N. Wilma Avenue, Ripon, CA

The Ripon City Council met in a special session on January 27, 2021, primarily to discuss labor negotiations in closed session. No reportable action was taken, and no public comments were made. The meeting adjourned after the closed session.

• Held closed session for labor negotiations with multiple employee groups
• No reportable action taken on labor negotiations

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a public hearing on proposed water, sewer, and garbage utility rate increases for 2021-2025, accepting protest ballots until the hearing closes. The consent calendar includes routine payments, contract approvals, and resolutions for appointments, fee schedules, and a rail station agreement. The meeting is closed to the public due to COVID-19, with remote participation via email and live stream.

• Public hearing on 2021-2025 utility rate increases
• Resolution to apply for LEAP grant funds
• Resolution for SJRRC multimodal station agreement
• Donation of $6,883.35 for police training and wellness
• Waive rent for Mistlin Indoor Sports Facility due to COVID-19

The City Council held a public hearing on proposed water, sewer, and garbage rate increases for 2021-2025. With fewer than 200 protest ballots received (2,488 needed for a majority protest), the new rates were implemented per Resolution 20-55. The Council also approved several resolutions, including applying for a $65,000 LEAP grant for housing planning, and approved consent calendar items including payments and contracts.

• Implemented 2021-2025 water, sewer, and garbage utility rate increases (no majority protest)
• Approved Resolution 21-8 authorizing application for $65,000 LEAP grant for housing planning (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-6 for council member appointments to boards, excluding Scott Blevins from Golf Committee (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-7 updating civil penalties for residential parking permit violations (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-2 for Planning and Recreation Commission appointments (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-3 for SJRRC letter of understanding for Ripon Multimodal Station (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 21-4 and 21-5 ordering engineer's reports for landscape and lighting districts (unanimous)
• Approved Rage Volleyball Club lease amendment waiving rent during youth sports restrictions (4-0, Wheeler abstained)