Tuesday, November 16, 2010
JointPresiding: Mayor McLaughlin · Called to order: 6:37 p.m. · 6 items · 8 votes · 21 public comments
What happened
- Approved 13 routine items including $396,659 federal grant for computer literacy programs and $119,629 for police bulletproof vests.
- Approved $228,488 state grant for sexual assault and domestic violence victims' advocates.
- Approved contracts for domestic violence advocates at the police station.
- Approved contract with ABC Security Service for unarmed library security.
- Amended law regulating medical marijuana collectives.
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Contracts(4 items)
Accept $228,488 state grant for sexual assault and domestic violence victims' advocates
In Plain English
The California Emergency Management Agency offered Richmond this grant to fund advocates who help victims of sexual assault and domestic violence. These advocates provide crisis support, help victims navigate the legal system, and connect them with resources like counseling and housing assistance. If approved, the city receives the full $228,488 with no local matching funds required.
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Votes
Adopt Resolution No. 122-10 accepting Cal-EMA grant
7 to 0
Approve contracts for domestic violence advocates at police station
In Plain English
The city plans to station 2 advocates at Richmond Police Department to help domestic violence and sexual assault victims. These advocates provide immediate support when victims report crimes or need emergency services. Grant funding covers the full cost of both positions.
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Votes
Approve contracts with STAND! Against Domestic Violence ($82,943) and Community Violence Solutions ($69,533)
7 to 0
Contract with ABC Security Service for unarmed library security
In Plain English
The Richmond Public Library needs security guards to maintain safety for visitors and staff. ABC Security Service will provide unarmed guards during library hours. The contract amount was not specified in the agenda materials.
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Votes
Approve contract with ABC Security Service, Inc.
7 to 0
Approve list of vendors for Office of Neighborhood Safety life skills programs
In Plain English
The Office of Neighborhood Safety runs programs to reduce gun violence by connecting at-risk residents with job training, counseling, and other support services. The city maintains an approved vendor list of organizations that can provide these services. This resolution updates that list to ensure ONS can continue hiring qualified providers for its violence prevention work.
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Votes
Return this matter to City Council at next regular meeting for City Manager to respond to questions raised by public speakers
Approve Resolution No. 123-10 with amendment that any amount up to $50,000 per vendor return to City Council for approval
6 to 0
Personnel(1 item)
Set salary range for Code Enforcement Manager position
In Plain English
The city needs to establish official pay rates for its Code Enforcement Manager role. This position oversees staff who handle building code violations, illegal dumping, and property maintenance issues. If approved, the ordinance creates a formal salary structure for this management position.
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Votes
First reading of ordinance amending Code Enforcement Manager salary
6 to 0
Governance(1 item)
Amend law regulating medical marijuana collectives
In Plain English
The city currently has rules governing how medical marijuana collectives operate within city limits. This proposal changes those existing regulations. If approved, the updated law modifies requirements for these businesses, though specific changes are not detailed in available documents.
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Votes
Adopt Ordinance No. 31-10 N.S.
7 to 0
Zoning(1 item)
Discuss resident concerns about approved Hilltop wireless tower
In Plain English
The city already approved a wireless communications tower in the Hilltop neighborhood. Local residents have raised concerns about the tower. The council will hear these concerns and discuss the situation.
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Votes
Direct staff to agendize this matter for closed session on December 7, 2010; send official letter to EBMUD asking that the lease not be approved and look for alternate location; amend existing ordinance regarding the 100 square foot limit requirement from homes and schools
7 to 0
Approved as a group without individual discussion.