Monday, August 2, 2010
SpecialPresiding: Mayor Gayle McLaughlin · Called to order: 2:04 p.m. · 5 items · 6 votes · 13 public comments
What happened
- Rejected vendor list for neighborhood safety programs and workshops.
- Approved $726,025 contract to convert Park Plaza neighborhood street lights.
- Approved $382,639 state grant to reduce gang violence and its spending plan.
- Increased Neighborhood House contract by $196,912 for waste mitigation programs.
- Approved lease deal for Solar Richmond training center at 2730 Maine Avenue.
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Contracts(3 items)
Approve vendor list for neighborhood safety programs and workshops
In Plain English
The Office of Neighborhood Safety needs approved vendors to provide life skills training and support services. The city requested proposals from organizations that can run these community programs. If approved, each vendor can receive up to $200,000 per year through 2013 to deliver workshops and services aimed at reducing neighborhood violence.
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Votes
Not approve the list presented by staff; however, keep the 11 vendors that applied so they do not have to reapply, and extend opportunity for others to submit grant applications to September 16, 2010, at 5:00 p.m.; direct staff to send out letter to nonprofits with outline of proposal; direct ONS Director DeVone Boggan to do outreach to nonprofits regarding RFQ; place notice on KCRT indicating where bid information was located on City website
5 to 1
Approve the current list and immediately open the list for other potential providers
Increase Neighborhood House contract by $196,912 for waste mitigation programs
In Plain English
The city has an existing contract with Neighborhood House of North Richmond to run programs funded by waste mitigation fees. The contract needs more money to match the updated spending plan and will now total $223,762. If approved, the contract extends through March 2012 to complete the planned programs.
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Votes
Approved a third contract amendment with Neighborhood House of North Richmond
6 to 0
Award $726,025 contract to convert Park Plaza neighborhood street lights
In Plain English
The city plans to replace old street lights in the Park Plaza neighborhood with new LED fixtures. W. Bradley Electric Inc. would handle the installation work. The project includes a $108,000 contingency fund for unexpected costs during construction.
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Votes
Approved a contract with W. Bradley Electric Inc.
6 to 0
Budget(2 items)
Accept $382,639 state grant to reduce gang violence
In Plain English
The California Emergency Management Agency awarded Richmond this grant through the California Gang Reduction and Intervention Program. The funding helps the Office of Neighborhood Safety run programs that work directly with people at risk of gang involvement. If approved, the city receives the money without any local matching funds required.
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Votes
Approved a grant award to the Office of Neighborhood Safety
6 to 0
Approve spending plan for $382,639 state crime prevention grant
In Plain English
The city received a $382,639 CalGRIP grant from the state to fund crime prevention programs. The money will pay for partnerships with San Pablo ($114,791), job training programs ($66,961), youth services through RYSE ($114,791), and a job placement specialist ($76,527). If approved, these programs aim to reduce gun violence through community outreach and employment opportunities.
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Votes
Approved the item
5 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.