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AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY, November 12, 2015, 7:00 p.m.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGEOF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL –
4. APPROVAL OF AGENDA –
5. PUBLIC HEARINGS:

A. Review and progress report relative to sewer system emergency declared at Special Meeting held September 22, 2015, and the continuance of such emergency.

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AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY October 15, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes September 17, 22 and Oct. 6, 2015, meeting, Financial Statements
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Review and report on continuing emergency in the Sewer Pond to wit: A Sewer Spill and Leak and Failure of an Electrical Panel Which Requires Immediate Action in Order to Prevent or Mitigate the Loss or Impairment of Life, Health, Property or an Essential Public Service
B. Fire prevention and safety measures within City limits of Amador City – Sutter Creek Fire Chief Dominic Moreno
C. Retirement of City Attorney Lawrence Lacey – Advertise for replacement attorney
D. Amador County CEO Troy Bowes
E. Creek Wall Repair – Award bid
F. Mission Electronics – Feasibility of internet throughout City
G. Peterson request for reimbursement of $2,500 for completion of driveway
H. ACTC Funding for bicycle, pedestrian and vehicular traffic/parking
I. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date
J. Budget 2015-2016
7. City Clerk Report
8. Committee Reports.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)890-6284 or e-mail cityclerk@amadorcity.net. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY September 17, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Brown, , Knox, Marks present, Vasquez and Swift absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – moved to approve agenda with the exception item 6.A would be heard at a Special Emergency Meeting Tuesday, September 22, 2015, Knox 2nd, approved unanimously.
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of August 20, 2015, meeting, Financial Statements (no financial statements due to lack of electricity at Nixon's office caused by Butte Fire) Brown moved, 2nd by Marks to approve minutes. Approved unanimously.
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Brown discussed cleaning of the creek, but Butte Fire probably would prevent same due to personnel fighting the fire. Creek Wall repair to go out to bid; advertising beginning 9-18-15,Brown discussed possibility of internet being available throughout City, will ask Mission electronics to be a next meeting; ACTC – Funding for safety access to bicycles and foot paths, lighting at far end of town, handi-cap access, slowing traffic, parking (to be on October agenda) Ray Brusatori – Water bill in cemetery seems excessive,
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution # 544 Finding an Emergency Exists in the Sewer Pond to wit: A Sewer Spill and Leak and Failure of an Electrical Panel Which Requires Immediate Action in Order to Prevent or Mitigate the Loss or Impairment of Life, Health, Property or an Essential Public Service – To be heard at Special Meeting, 9-22-15.
B. Request for Funding of nexus study by Weatherby, Reynolds & Fritson for possible adjustment in monthly residential and commercial sewer rate (study cost estimated to be less than $5,000) – Brown moved that nexus study by Weatherby, Reynolds & Fritson not exceed $5,000.00, 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously
C. Amador County Fair CEO Troy Bowes-To be on October agenda.
D. AAUW – Home Tour – Amador City April 2016 – K. Thomas, S. Campbell – This is the AAUW 44th annual Home Tour, last time in Amador City was 1993. There will also be a Tea and Art Show. Parking may be an issue. To be on November agenda
E. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date – Issue with size of stone. Target date for completion is October or November.
F. Roger and Connie Peterson request for reimbursement of $2,500 for completion of driveway – To be reagendized.
G. Establish cost per page to be charged for providing public copies of city documents, etc. under Public Records Act. – Brown moved, Marks 2nd to charge 10 cents per copy. Approved unanimously.
7. City Clerk Report
8. Committee Reports.
– ACTC attempting to streamline funding process; Eric Marks requested toiletries for fire victims.

Brown moved, 2nd by Marks to adjourn. Approved unanimously.

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY September 17, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of August 20, 2015, meeting, Financial Statements
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution # 544 Finding an Emergency Exists in the Sewer Pond to wit: A Sewer Spill and Leak and Failure of an Electrical Panel Which Requires Immediate Action in Order to Prevent or Mitigate the Loss or Impairment of Life, Health, Property or an Essential Public Service
B. Request for Funding of nexus study by Weatherby, Reynolds & Fritson for possible adjustment in monthly residential and commercial sewer rate
C. Amador County Fair CEO Troy Bowes
D. AAUW – Home Tour – Amador CityApril 2016 – K. Thomas, S. Campbell
E. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date
F. Roger and Connie Peterson request for reimbursement of $2,500 for completion of driveway
G. Establish cost per page to be charged for providing public copies of city documents, etc. under Public Records Act
7. City Clerk Report
8. Committee Reports.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)890-6284 or e-mail cityclerk@amadorcity.net. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY August 20, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Brown, Vasquez, Knox, Swift present, Marks absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA - Vasquez moved, 2nd by Brown to move Closed Session to before 6.A Public Hearing, Approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of July 16, 2015, meeting, Financial Statements – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Swift, approved unanimously
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Karen Sage discussed 55,000 homes to be built off Hwy 16 and the proposed 16 stoplights to be installed and asked that letters of protest be submitted; Karen Sage discussed issues with the Phalen project namely dangers involved with car backing out of proposed garage into possible oncoming traffic, potential of future development of 14 acres which would use present easements on east boundary of Sage property for ingress and egress; discussion of new applicants for Design Review Committee; Virginia Vasquez provided information on obtaining contact names, addresses etc. for Highway 16 proposal; Kathy Thomas informed Council that AAUW had selected Amador City for their home tour scheduled for April, 2016, and asked that it be placed on September and October agenda for further discussion particularly parking; Ray Brusatori asked what would be done regarding negative position of sewer fund; Attorney Andrea Sexton discussed violations of the Brown Act; Design Review Committee and suggested a continuance of open dialogue; Michael Brown stated Roberto would do repairs in Creek before “El Nino”; John Mills asked if there was a conflict with having a Council person serve on Design Review Committee; Chuck Laughlin discussed 6’ setback for two car garage
CLOSED SESSION
Possible litigation, Notice of Violation, Request for correction.
CLOSED SESSION ADJOURNED AND PUBLIC SESSION RESUMED at 7:46 p.m.

6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Roger and Connie Peterson – Request for reimbursement of $2500.00 for completion of driveway – Roger Peterson stated initial work done was not satisfactory and Petersons paid for driveway in order for it to be useful. Question before Council is whether repair on private property is setting a precedent? Councilman Swift asked to see any plans, learn more of background, inspect any communication with Donnelly. To be on September agenda
B. Design Review Committee Appointments – Letters received from Mrs. Thomas, Mr. Robinson, Mrs. Fishburn, Mr. Fishburn, Mr. R. Brusatori – Vasquez moved to appoint to a two year term Thomas, Robinson, Dana Fishburn, and Brusatori as regular members with Less Fishburn acting as alternate when needed, Brown 2nd, approved unanimously
C. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date – Out of 4 drawings submitted, one was approved unanimously. A meeting scheduled for 8-27-15 at 6:00 p.m. at City Hall
D. Amador County Fair CEO Troy Bowes – Rescheduled for September
E. Update on Whitney Museum finances, marketing plan, docent pay and director pay - Discussion only
F. Chris Da Rosa – Tomato Festival – To be a fund raiser for ARC, held in “bump out” by Amador Hotel. Carol Sethre asked about liability insurance. Councilman Vasquez will make inquiry regarding insurance from PARSAC. At this point Councilman Vasquez left due to health reasons.
G. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – Third Hearing – Swift moved, Brown 2nd to approve Special Events Ordinance, approved unanimously – Vasquez absent
H. Resolution #543 Adopt Rosenberg Rules of Order – Brown moved, 2nd by Swift to adopt Resolution #543 Rosenberg Rules of Order, passed unanimously - Vasquez absent
I. Beverage Container Recycling Grant Money – Playground Equipment – September agenda
J. Maintenance and status of Amador City Solar sign at bypass – Michael Brown will follow up with Short Circuit to fix solar lighting, Ian to weed eat weeds
K. Painting NO Parking on West School Street and Water Street – Michael Brown and Ian Davidson will do work
L. Compensate Terry Coulter for work done on sewer pond leak – City clerk to contact Coulter and ask for specific amount – Swift moved to authorize pay not to exceed $1,000, Brown 2nd, approved unanimously, Vasquez absent
M. Amador Creek retaining wall - Advance payment of $2500.00 and 3 additional payments of $2500.00 –job to be completed in two weeks – Discussion only
7. Committee Reports – ARSA scheduled for 8-26; ACTC re relinquishment of Hwy 16 from Folsom to Grant Line deadline 9-11,Gov.has 30 days to decide
8. City Clerk Report – none
Meeting adjourned 9:25 p.m.

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY August 20, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of July 16, 2015, meeting, Financial Statements
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Roger and Connie Peterson – Request for reimbursement of $2500.00 for completion of driveway
B. Design Review Committee Appointments – Letters received from Mrs. Thomas, Mr. Robinson, Mrs. Fishburn, Mr. Fishburn, Mr. R. Brusatori
C. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date
D. Amador County Fair CEO Troy Bowes
E. Update on Whitney Museum finances, marketing plan, docent pay and director pay
F. Chris Da Rosa – Tomato Festival
G. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – Third Hearing
H. Resolution #543 Adopt Rosenberg Rules of Order
I. Beverage Container Recycling Grant Money – Playground Equipment
J. Maintenance and status of Amador City Solar sign at bypass
K. Painting NO Parking on West School Street and Water Street
L. Compensate Terry Coulter for work done on sewer pond leak
M. Amador Creek retaining wall - Advance payment of $2500.00 and 3 additional payments of $2500.00 –job to be completed in two weeks

CLOSED SESSION
Pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.7, 54956.8, 54956.9, 54956.95, 54957 –
Possible litigation, Notice of Violation, Request for Correction

Resume Open Session
7. Committee Reports
8. City Clerk Report

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)890-6284 or e-mail cityclerk@amadorcity.net. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY July 16, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Marks, Brown, Vasquez, Knox, Swift present
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Brown moved, 2nd by Vasquez, approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of June 18, 2015, and June 24, 2015, meetings,- Brown moved,2nd by Vasquez approved unanimously. Financial Statements – To be approved at August meeting
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Mayor Knox reported on crack in sewer pond, proper authorities notified – probably won't be a fine because there was no water in creek at the time of "spill". Single Year Audit of Fund 18 will cost approximately $3,500.00 – The Fire Engine will be displayed at the County Fair – volunteers need to act as caretakers and docents.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution #542 – Granting a Variance to the Phalens 10620 Fleehart St. to maintain present set back – Doug Ketron approved, as did R. Brusatori, and our engineer, Weber-Ghio. Attorney Richards discussed need for additional variances according to several city codes. Virginia Vasquez also addressed the issue. Brown moved to continue discussion of possible need for additional variances to August meeting, Vasquez 2nd, Approved by Vasquez, Marks, and Swift, no vote by Brown and Knox. Knox moved to approve Resolution #542 granting the Phalens a variance to maintain present set back,2nd by Brown, approved by Brown, Knox and Marks, no vote by Vasquez, Swift abstained.
B. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date – Hal Gamble, Tim Knox and Virginia Vasquez make up Committee. Marker recommended to be placed near McEnroe-Turner Law Office and Restrooms. 4 designs will be posted. Committee is asking for additional renderings.
C. County Fair Display Update - Virginia Vasquez – Fair Display completed.
D. Design Review Ordinance and Committee Membership – Positions of Design Review Committee are for a period of two years. Notice to be posted inviting public to volunteer for position on Design Review Committee. Kathy Thomas, Ray Brusatori and Virginia Vasquez expressed interest in serving on committee.
E. Up Date on Rock Wall north side of Amador Creek – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Brown to accept bid of Pimentel eliminating stairs thus bring bid price down to acceptable amount. Approved unanimously.
F. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – Second Hearing – Final version to be ready for August meeting.
G. Adopt Rosenberg Rules of Order – Resolution to be presented at August meeting
H. Beverage Container Recycling Grant Money – Audit – Playground Equipment- City Clerk to present playground structure of recycled material to be purchased by grant money.
7. Committee Reports – ARSA meeting scheduled for July 22, 2015
8. City Clerk Report - None

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY July 16, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of June 18, 2015, and June 24, 2015, meetings, Financial Statements
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution #542 – Granting a Variance to the Phalens 10620 Fleehart St. to maintain present set back
B. Historical Marker – E Campus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – Up date
C. County Fair Display Update - Virginia Vasquez
D. Design Review Ordinance and Committee Membership
E. Up Date on Rock Wall north side of Amador Creek
F. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – Second Hearing
G. Adopt Rosenberg Rules of Order
H. Beverage Container Recycling Grant Money – Audit – Playground Equipment
7. Committee Reports
8. City Clerk Report

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)267-0682 or fax (209) 267-0682. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE SPECIAL MEETING
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2015
7:00 P.M.
AMADOR CITY HALL
AGENDA

1. Call to Order
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Roll Call –
Brown,Vasquez, Knox and Marks – Swift absent
4. Approval of Agenda – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Brown to approve agenda, approved with No vote by Vasquez
5. Variance for Phalen – Fleehart Street – Vasquez moved to notify property owners and delay until surrounding neighbors have an opportunity for input – no second

Councilman Brown thanked everyone for attending meeting. He stated he was not aware of objections until Tuesday of the previous week. Mr. and Mrs. Phalen showed the completed drawings to the audience and stated that they are only asking for the same thing everyone else in the neighborhood already has…namely a second bathroom and a garage larger than a single car garage.

Lengthy discussion and participation by audience: Jack and Maggie Hamilton spoke in favor of project, Karen Sage, Chuck Laughlin, and Heidi Kaiser related their concern for parking in the cul de sac. Karen Sage stated that she thought the property should remain a two bedroom one bath residence.

Doug Ketron delivered a short talk on the history of how property, private and public, was allocated by a judge in the 1800’s. He also discussed “ministerial deviations” as compared to “variance” and explained the options that the City council has.

Michael Vasquez asked what are the options. Mrs. Phalen asked if the neighbors would be satisfied with a two car garage instead of the 1 ½ planned, but Karen Sage stated there were other issues.

Attorney Ethan Turner stated it would be onerous to include all neighbors in design decisions.

The Phalens stated they would apply for a variance.

Vasquez moved to adjourn the meeting, Brown 2nd, meeting adjourned


AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY June 18, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Brown, Vasquez, Knox, Marks, Swift
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Swift moved, 2nd by Brown, approved with No vote by Vasquez
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of May 21, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved with abstention by Swift and Brown
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
6. PUBLIC HEARING

A. Resolution # 541. - Phalen/Batti Boundary Line Adjustment – Brown moved, 2nd by Swift, approved unanimously
B. Design Review – Phalen Residence, 10620 Fleehart Street – Swift moved 2nd by Brown to approve plans of “carriage house” pending discussion at future special meeting regarding granting a variance. Approved unanimously. Special meeting set for Wednesday, June 24th at 7:00 pm at Amador City Hall, at 9:30 a.m.
C. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez – A committee was formed with Virginia Vasquez as Chairman, Tim Knox, and Hal Gamble – First meeting to be held coming Saturday, June 20, 2015
D. Fire House Museum – Ed Arata, Virginia Vasquez – Discussion of Museum began in 2006 as part of a larger program of potential development of historic “Fire House” sites and equipment. Hal Gamble is Amador City’s representative on Sutter Creek Fire District Board and should be included in all discussions and plans relating to our Fire House Museum. Ed Arata suggested we form a committee to determine what are possibilities for “marketing” our Museum. Virginia Vasquez discussed the possibility of renting a display window at the fair for $150. Council named Virginia and Erik Marks to develop plan. They were awarded $250 as seed money for project.
E. No Parking – West School Street – 20 Ft from Water Street going north – Vasquez moved to designate “No Parking” for 20 feet from the corner going north on the east and west side of West School Street, 2nd by Knox, approved with Swift abstaining. Hal Gamble spoke on this issue as being in favor of designation of “No Parking”
F. Up Date on Rock Wall north side of Amador Creek – Tabled – No action
G. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – First Hearing
H. Noise Ordinance Review – Suggestion made that we look at County noise ordinance as it relates to live music. Letter to be sent to owners of business reminding them of “loudness of music” and neighbors’ complaints.
7. Committee Reports
8. City Clerk Report – None
9. Meeting adjourned at 8:30 p.m.

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY June 18, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of May 21, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements
5. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
6. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Historical Marker – E Clampus Vitus – Virginia Vasquez
B. Fire House Museum – Ed Arata – Virginia Vasquez
C. Resolution # 541. - Phalen/Batti Boundary Line Adjustment
D. Design Review – Phalen Residence, 10610 Fleehart Street
E. No Parking – West School Street – 20 Ft from Water Street going north
F. Up Date on Rock Wall north side of Amador Creek
G. Ordinance # 173 Special Events Ordinance – First Hearing
H. Noise Ordinance Review
7. Committee Reports
8. City Clerk Report

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)267-0682 or fax (209) 267-0682. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY, MAY 21, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Vasquez, Knox, Marks present – Brown and Swift absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of April 16, 2015 meeting – Knox moved, 2nd by Marks approved with Vasquez abstaining - Financial Statements – to be approved at June meeting
5. DESIGN REVIEW - None
6. SIGN REVIEW – Amador City Mercantile – 14167 Main Street – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks approved unanimously
7. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA - Nikki Shephard complained of loud music from nearby restaurant; members of audience commended work performed by Paul Giffen on Museum steps and sidewalk replacement/repair. Mayor Knox commended Dave Bissell for helping city with malfunctioning smoke detector by providing and installing new smoke and carbon monoxide detectors; Mayor also commended Ed Arata, Dominic Moreno for work performed on Fire House Museum in which to house 1939 Fire Truck
8. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Update ACRA Master Plan – Amador City share is 1% of cost – Cost to Amador City will be $915 – 183 X $5 – ACRA will present RFP for study when ready
B. Centennial Celebration Update – Virginia Vasquez reported on Centennial plans and scheduled final meeting to discuss last minute preparations, etc.
C. E. Clampus Vitus – Historical Marker – Virginia Vasquez reported that this group has offered to build historical marker with our input as to wording and location. Marker to be constructed from creek rocks. They will donate time and some material. Ms. Vasquez recommended that Amador City make a donation to them.
D. Resolution #538 Adopting Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously
E. Resolution #539 – Setting Forth Boundary Line – Peterson/Amador City - Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously
F. Resolution #540 – Exempting Amador City from separating Organic Waste – Vasquez, moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously (last minute addition to agenda)
G. Update on rock wall on north side of Amador Creek and city owned rocks located in Amador Hotel parking lot – Michael Brown met with Weber and Brusatori – work to cost approximately $5,600 to be performed by City employee
H. Sewer System Up Date – Patch Panel Emergency Installation- Vasquez moved to authorize Cooper Controls to install new electrical panel, and to pay Cooper 50% deposit up front 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously.
9. Discussion of sample ordinances for Special Events in Amador City as required by 2014 Grand Jury – will set joint meeting
10. Committee Reports
11. City Clerk Report

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY May 21, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of April 16, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements
5. DESIGN REVIEW
6. SIGN REVIEW – Amador City Mercantile – 14167 Main Street
7. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
8. PUBLIC HEARING/
A. Update ACRA Master Plan – Amador City share is 1% of cost
B. Centennial Celebration Update
C. E. Clampus Vitus – Historical Marker
D. Resolution #538 Adopting Amador County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
E. Resolution #539 – Setting Forth Boundary Line – Peterson/Amador Cityf
F. Update on rock wall on north side of Amador Creek and city owned rocks located in Amador Hotel parking lot
G. Sewer System Up Date – Patch Panel Emergency Installation
H. Discussion of sample ordinances for Special Events in Amador City as required by 2014 Grand Jury
9. Committee Reports
10. City Clerk Report

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)267-0682 or fax (209) 267-0682. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY April 16, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Brown, Knox, Marks present; Vasquez and Swift absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA – Brown moved, 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of March 19, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements – Brown moved, 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously
5. DESIGN REVIEW – Residence of Kenneth Miller – Last Chance Alley – The structure will not be visible from downtown. Approved stucco, tin roof, board and batten siding. Brown moved to accept design as submitted, 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Councilman Brown reported new wood in Fire House will be finished to an old appearance, two windows in door to view fire truck, 3 lights shining on truck, red light to be installed (if found); weed eating completed in Creek, $1,400 added to cost of steps by museum due to drain found and cost of new wood as old wood not suitable. Councilman Marks will update our Wikipedia site.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution #535 - Granting a Use Permit to Dave Bissell and Sarah Allen to rent out a bedroom in their residence on a transitory basis. Brown moved, 2nd by Knox approved unanimously
B. 1. Resolution #536 - Consenting to Inclusion of property within City’s Jurisdiction in the California Home Finance Authority Community Facilities District to Finance Renewable Energy Improvements – No action
2. Resolution #537 – Consenting to Inclusion of Properties with the City’s Jurisdiction in the California Home Finance Authority Program to Finance Renewable Energy Generation, Energy and Water Efficiency Improvements and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure - No action
C. Centennial Celebration Update –Brown moved, k2nd by Knox to approve a budget of $1,250 for Centennial Celebration. Approved unanimously
D. Dancing in the Streets Update
E. Update on rock wall on north side of Amador Creek and city owned rocks located in Amador Hotel parking lot
F. Sewer System Up Date – Another backup motor to be purchased. City to go out to bid for new patch panel.
G. Discussion of sample ordinances for Special Events in Amador City as required by 2014 Grand Jury
H. Street Lights – Painting of glass panels – estimate for work from Short Circuit $400 - Short Circuit will either move sensor or prune branches so lights will go off and on at more sensible times. Brown moved 2nd by Knox to approve work by Short Circuit regarding sensor. Approved unanimouslym
I. Connie and Roger Peterson property – Creek maintenance and driveway
8. Committee Reports
9. City Clerk Report
CLOSED SESSION

Discussion and possible action regarding possible lawsuit by Imperial Hotel relative to collection of under-billed sewer charges pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.7, 54956.8, 54956.9, 54956.95, 54957

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you are a disabled person and you need a disability-related modification or accommodation to participate in this meeting, then please contact Joyce Davidson at (209)267-0682 or fax (209) 267-0682. Requests must be made as early as possible, and at least two full business days before the start of the meeting.

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY April 16, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA
– Minutes of March 19, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements
5. DESIGN REVIEW – Residence of Kenneth Miller – Last Chance Alley
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
7. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Resolution #535 - Granting a Use Permit to Dave Bissell and Sarah Allen to rent out a bedroom in their residence on a transitory basis.
B. 1. Resolution #536 - Consenting to Inclusion of property within City’s Jurisdiction in the California Home Finance Authority Community Facilities District to Finance Renewable Energy Improvements
2. Resolution #537 – Consenting to Inclusion of Properties with the City’s Jurisdiction in the California Home Finance Authority Program to Finance Renewable Energy Generation, Energy and Water Efficiency Improvements and Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure
C. Centennial Celebration Update
D. Dancing in the Streets Update
E. Update on rock wall on north side of Amador Creek and city owned rocks located in Amador Hotel parking lot
F. Sewer System Up Date
G. Discussion of sample ordinances for Special Events in Amador City as required by 2014 Grand Jury
H. Street Lights – Painting of glass panels – estimate for work from Short Circuit $400
I. Connie and Roger Peterson property – Creek maintenance and driveway
8. Committee Reports
9. City Clerk Report
CLOSED SESSION

Discussion and possible action regarding possible lawsuit by Imperial Hotel relative to collection of under-billed sewer charges pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.7, 54956.8, 54956.9, 54956.95, 54957
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AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY March 19, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of February 19, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements
5. DESIGN REVIEW – Les and Dana Fishburn house remodel,
6. SIGN REVIEW - Three Sisters sign in Sherrill building, Finishing Touches sign in Meyers building
7. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
8. PUBLIC HEARING
A. Request for Council to authorize City Counsel Larry Lacey to send letter to Imperial Hotel setting forth a repayment schedule relative to sewer under billing.
B. Presentation by R. Farrington of the Water Agency regarding AB142
C. 1.Main sewer line maintenance
2. Patch panel replacement – cost $22,000.00
D. Proposals re: rock wall on north side of Amador Creek and city owned rocks in Amador Hotel lot
E. Request for City participation in purchasing licenses from BMI, ASCAP and SESAC allowing music performance for City functions. Total amount of licenses is $1,030.00 for one year.
F. Boundary Line Resolution – Roger and Connie Peterson
G. Renewal of contract with Weber, Ghio and new price structure
H. Street lights – possible solution to brightness – Ray Brusatori
I. 2013- 2014 Fiscal Year Single Audit Report
J. Amador City Centennial celebration – Committees – Activities – Dates
K. Budget 2014-2015
9. Committee Reports
10. City Clerk Report

CLOSED SESSION

Discussion and possible action regarding License Agreement for Outside Dining with The Imperial Hotel pursuant to Government Code Sections 54956.7, 54956.8, 54956.9, 54956.95, 54957

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AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY February 19, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Vasquez, Knox, Marks, present, Brown and Swift absent
APPROVAL OF AGENDA Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of January 15, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements- Vasquez moved, 2nd by Marks, approved unanimously
5. DESIGN REVIEW
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
– Street light next to Amador Hotel painted with cream colored paint to soften light by Ray Brusatori, to be on March agenda
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Museum Update – Kathy Thomas, Director of Museum Board, reported museum received pump organ and bookcase from Methodist Church, once located in Amador City. She also reported that the exhibits in museum will undergo renovation this spring. Report from engineer revealed north side of building sliding down embankment. Second floor not a problem. Plaster that is falling off should be removed.
B. Amado City Centennial celebration – Committees – Activities – Dates- Vasquez moved 2nd by Knox to name Virginia Vasquez Chairman of Committee and she will coordinate other groups for a cohesive approach to celebration. Approved unanimously. The date set for the celebration is May 30, 2015, Historic Amador City Committee, GOLDPAN will be asked for input. Suggestions include Rotary to handle the bar, Vinciguerra possibly provide Bar B Que, Mountain Men ?
C. Budget 2014-15 to be on March agenda
D. Main Line Sewer Maintenance – Amy Geddy, City Manager of Sutter Creek, looking for new contractor to handle sewer line cleaning
E. City owned rocks in Amador Hotel back lot, liability issues raised by PARSAC – PARSAC not recommend allowing individuals to access rocks, suggests only contractors with their own liability insurance be involved with handling of rocks.
F. Rock wall on north side of Amador Creek - Vasquez moved to request Weber, Ghio to submit opinion as to best way to approach rock wall, with a limit of $10,000 for cost of project. 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously. Roark Weber to meet with Michael Brown and Ray Brusatori at site. Ray Brusatori suggested Roark Weber be used instead of Weber, Ghio as a cost saving.
G. Park Committee update – Mary Glover said Park committee will research playground equipment. ACRA may have money to contribute on a matching basis.
H. Request for funds for Dancing in the Street – Vasquez moved, 2nd by Knox to donate $500 to Dancing in the Streets. Approved unanimously. Mary Glover reported that ASCAP, BMI and third company will require payment to allow copyrighted music to be performed. Dates for event are 6/20, 6/27, 7/11, 7/18, 8/1, 8/8 for a total cost of approximately $2,400.00

8. Committee Reports – Vasquez reported there will be a local bus through Amador City. A street survey will be done to qualify for LTF funds for paving and potholes.
9. City Clerk Report
10. Meeting adjourned at 8:13 p.m.

AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY February 19, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA
– Minutes of January 15, 2015 meeting, Financial Statements
5. DESIGN REVIEW
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA
– Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Budget 2014-2015
B. Main sewer line maintenance
C. City owned rocks in Amador Hotel back lot, liability issues raised by PARSAC
D. Rock wall on north side of Amador Creek
E. Park Committee update
F. Museum update
G. Request for funds for Dancing in the Street
H. Amador City Centennial celebration – Committees – Activities – Dates
8. Committee Reports
9. City Clerk Report

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AMADOR CITY
AGENDA OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY January 15, 2015, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
4. CONSENT AGENDA –
Minutes of December 18, 2014 meeting, Financial Statements
5. DESIGN REVIEW – Update on Museum steps – Selection of bid
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Discussion items only, no action to be taken. Any person may address the council at this time on any subject matter within the jurisdiction of the Amador City Council. Any item that requires action will be deferred to a subsequent council meeting. Five minute time limit.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
A. Swearing in of new officers
B. Election of Mayor and Vice Mayor
C. Matter of appointment
D. Direction to Counsel for letter to Imperial Hotel regarding payment of back sewer charges of $3,933.80 plus possible late charges
E. Citizen complaint regarding tree rounds left in creek from fallen tree in Amador Hotel property
F. Sewer issues regarding pump or circuit panel. Request for funds to purchase new back up motor.
8. Committee Reports
9. City Clerk Report


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AMADOR CITY
MINUTES OF THE REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
THURSDAY December 18, 2014, 7:00 P.M.

Discussion and possible action on all items
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
3. ROLL CALL-
Marks, Knox, Bragstad, Brown, Swift present
APPROVAL OF AGENDA Brown moved, 2nd by Bragstad, approved unanimously
4. CONSENT AGENDA – Minutes of November 20, 2014 meeting, Financial Statements – Brown moved, 2nd by Knox, approved unanimously
5. DESIGN REVIEW – Update on Museum steps – Brown reported there are 18 points for bids to meet so there will be no confusion. Susan Bragstad provided engineered drawings covering top step, stairs and landing, contractor to try to reuse as much material as possible and to match existing look of sidewalk, 2” redwood treds for steps and galvanized pipe hand rail. Ray Brusatori commented. Knox moved Marks 2nd to send out invitations for bids. Approved unanimously.
6. PUBLIC MATTERS NOT ON THE AGENDA – Treasurer Janet Spencer reported that approximately $700,000 is outstanding in reimbursements due the City for bridge construction. Susan Bragstad will follow up on Short Circuit and street lights.
7. PUBLIC HEARINGS
a. R-1 Zoning complaint on the below listed properties, filed by Dennis Buscher
APN 008-321-001 – Wright property – Amador Creek road
APN 008-294-010 – O’Neill property – Pig Turd Alley
APN 008-286-001 – Bissell property – East School Street (to be discussed at Jan. 2015 meeting)
APN 008-301-007 – Reddick property – God’s Hill - Busher, Farmer and O’Neill spoke on issue of conditional use permit. Bragstad moved that Conditional Use Permits be issued, at no cost to owner, on above four properties upon application by owner so that the property may be used as they are presently being used. Brown 2nd. Approved unanimously.
b. R-1 Zoning complaint on below listed property, filed by Michael Vasquez
APN 008-301-007 - Reddick property – God’s Hill – See Item 7. For action taken.
c. Request from Ray Brusatori to include Fund designation on disbursement page of Financial Statement. Clerk will provide Hand written check log and warrant request form to council and public. Brusatori disagreed with allocation of one disbursement. Brown, Knox, Bragstad and Nixon agreed with clerk’s designation.

8. Committee Reports – Terry Coulter had aerator motor repaired at cost of $1,000, to be taken out of capital improvement fund. ARSA – Ione wans huge fees for secondary treatment of waste water. Ranchers want it for irrigation. ACTC approved regional plan and plans for Highway 88. LAFCO – approved eight spheres of influence, water district for Drytown. Tim Knox and Tim Murphy are city members of LAFCO.
9. City Clerk Report – None
10. Meeting adjourned