Ripon public meetings in 2023
33 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hear an appeal on whether a proposed hotel, banquet facility, and restaurant at Colony Road and Hoff Drive is consistent with the North Pointe Specific Plan. The Planning Director has determined the project is not consistent, requiring a Specific Plan Amendment. The Commission will decide whether to uphold or overturn that interpretation.
- Appeal hearing on consistency of proposed hotel/banquet/restaurant project at Colony Road and Hoff Drive with North Pointe Specific Plan
- Planning Director interprets project as not consistent with Core Commercial land use designation
- If upheld, developer must submit Specific Plan Amendment application and reimbursement agreement
- Alternative motion would find project consistent and allow processing of permits directly
- BaseCamp Environmental memo finds project inconsistent with NPSP land use, FAR, setbacks, and parking
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting annual rate increases for water (2%), sewer (4%), and garbage (4%) enterprise funds, effective February 1, 2024. The council will also vote on a second reading of an ordinance banning the use of recreational vehicles as dwelling units on residential lots. Other business includes approving a $951,439.72 payment for the Fleet Maintenance Facility project, accepting a drone donation, and adopting electronic message center policies.
- Water (2%), sewer (4%), and garbage (4%) rate increases effective February 1, 2024, as part of the 2020 5-Year Rate Study
- Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 926 amending Chapter 10.56 to prohibit RV use as dwelling units on residential lots
- Progress payment of $951,439.72 to Diede Construction, Inc. for the Fleet Maintenance Facility project
- Professional Services Agreement with Stone Creek Environmental Consulting for a Trash Implementation Plan, not to exceed $19,500
- Acceptance of a $7,540 drone donation from the Ripon Rotary Foundation
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving its administrative budget for fiscal year 2024-25, totaling $250,920, and the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) for the same period, which lists enforceable obligations of about $919,075. Both items are on the consent calendar and, if approved, will be forwarded to the Oversight Board for final approval. The meeting also includes approval of the October 10, 2023 minutes.
- Resolution approving administrative budget of $250,920 for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
- Resolution approving Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) totaling approximately $919,075
- Approval of minutes from October 10, 2023 meeting
- Public comment period for residents to address the board
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to review compliance with development agreements for six subdivisions: Silverstone, Alexandra, The Vineyards, Meadowood, Pereira, and Ripon Gardens II, as well as the Calvary Reformed Church Master Plan. The commission may direct staff to prepare a report for the City Council if good-faith compliance is found. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment on non-agenda items.
- Annual review of development agreements for Silverstone, Alexandra, The Vineyards, Meadowood, Pereira, and Ripon Gardens II subdivisions and Calvary Reformed Church Master Plan
- Approval of minutes from the May 15, 2023 regular meeting
- Public discussion period for items not on the agenda
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will consider adopting resolutions that increase health and welfare benefit costs for non-represented employees, City Council members, and three employee unions (Public Works, Police Officers, Police Sergeants) for calendar year 2024. The council will also hold a public hearing on an ordinance restricting recreational vehicle use as dwellings in residential areas. Consent calendar items include payments for the Fleet Maintenance Facility project ($1.38 million progress payment) and other routine financial approvals.
- Resolution adopting 2024 health benefit increases: Blue Shield baseline premium from $1,755 to $2,050/month, Kaiser from $1,850 to $2,050/month for non-represented employees and Council members
- Three resolutions adopting identical health premium increases for Public Works Maintenance, Police Officers' Association, and Police Sergeants' Association union agreements
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 10.56 to prohibit recreational vehicles as dwelling units on residential lots
- Diede Construction Change Order No. 6 for Fleet Maintenance Facility: $10,424 for structural column, power to electric trap primers, storm drain modification
- Quarterly investment report for period ending September 30, 2023
🗳️ How they voted (10 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The City Council will consider approving a $58,700 contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for restoration work at the Waste Water Treatment Plant's percolation ponds. The item is the only substantive discussion topic on this special meeting agenda.
- Approve contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration at Waste Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed $58,700 from Sewer Enterprise Capital Fund
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a special meeting to consider approving a $58,700 contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for restoration work at the Waste Water Treatment Plant's percolation ponds. The item is the only substantive discussion topic on the agenda.
- Contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration at the Waste Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed $58,700
- Funding source: Sewer Enterprise Capital Fund
- Public comment period for items not on the agenda
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a public hearing on updating the San Joaquin County Multi-Species Habitat Conservation and Open Space Plan development fee. The consent calendar includes a $509,238 progress payment for the Fleet Maintenance Facility project, a resolution authorizing a police grant application for an alternative fuel vehicle, and several other contracts and payments.
- Public hearing on SJMSCP development fee amendment (decrease) for new development
- Resolution authorizing police grant application for $70,000 alternative fuel vehicle ($20,000 grant + $50,000 city funds)
- Contract with Richter Fence for City Hall/Police Department fence replacement, not to exceed $19,900
- Contract with Grover Tree Service for tree pruning/removal in parks, $35,175
- Progress payment of $509,238 to Diede Construction for Fleet Maintenance Facility project
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving a consent calendar that includes a $330,149.68 debt service payment for the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment time.
- Approval of $330,149.68 payment to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service due November 1, 2023
- Approval of minutes from the June 13, 2023 Successor Agency regular meeting
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving a consent calendar that includes a debt service payment of $330,149.68 for the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds, due November 1, 2023. The agenda also includes approval of the June 13, 2023 meeting minutes. No other substantive items are listed.
- Debt service payment of $330,149.68 to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds
- Approval of minutes from June 13, 2023 regular meeting
- Consent calendar includes bills, invoices, and payments
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold its regular meeting on September 12, 2023, with a closed session at 5:00 PM for real property, personnel, and litigation matters. The open session includes approval of the consent calendar, which covers routine payments, contracts, and resolutions, followed by a second reading of Ordinance No. 925 amending special events licensing, and a discussion on establishing a City Poet Laureate program. The agenda is largely routine, with no major policy decisions beyond the listed items.
- Approve $983,697.11 progress payment to Diede Construction for Fleet Maintenance Facility Project
- Adopt Amendment No. 4 to Police Sergeants' Association MOU (2021-2024)
- Approve $35,972 stormwater compliance agreement with WGR Southwest, Inc.
- Approve one-year extension of Meadowood Development Agreement
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 925 amending special events licensing (Chapter 5.40)
🗳️ How they voted (7 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and vote on two action items: accepting a $7,500 donation for police carbine training and approving a $58,200 contract for percolation pond restoration at the wastewater treatment plant. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations.
- Accept $7,500 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for Ripon Police Department carbine training with Fidelis Integrated Solutions, Inc.
- Approve contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration at the Waste Water Treatment plant, not to exceed $58,200 (Sewer Enterprise Capital Fund)
- Closed session: Conference with labor negotiators for Ripon Sergeants Association and unrepresented employees
The City Council approved a contract for sludge removal at the Waste Water Treatment Plant and accepted a private donation for police tactical training. A closed session was held regarding labor negotiations, but no reportable action was taken.
- Accepted $7,500 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for police carbine training (Unanimous)
- Approved contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration not to exceed $58,200 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will consider two action items at its August 28, 2023 special meeting: accepting a $7,500 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for police carbine training, and approving a $58,200 contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration at the Waste Water Treatment Plant. The meeting also includes a closed session on labor negotiations with the Ripon Sergeants Association and unrepresented employees.
- Accept $7,500 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for Ripon Police Department carbine training with Fidelis Integrated Solutions, Inc.
- Approve contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration at Waste Water Treatment Plant, not to exceed $58,200 (Sewer Enterprise Capital Fund)
- Closed session: conference with labor negotiators for Ripon Sergeants Association and unrepresented employees
The City Council accepted a $7,500 donation for police carbine training and approved a contract for wastewater treatment plant restoration. No reportable action was taken during the closed session regarding labor negotiations.
- Accepted $7,500 donation from Rick and Valerie Van Unen for police carbine training (Unanimous)
- Approved contract with Triple M Enterprise, Inc. for percolation pond restoration not to exceed $58,200 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council is holding its regular meeting on August 8, 2023, with a closed session at 5:30 PM on pending litigation. The agenda includes consent calendar items such as payments, resolutions for fund transfers, and project approvals, plus ordinances on special events, zoning, and commissions. A discussion item addresses the Grand Jury report on school safety.
- Resolution authorizing transfer of municipal funds for FY 2022-23, including General Fund to PERS Contingency Fund
- Ordinance No. 922 rezoning Ripon Christian Schools properties at 552 N. Wilma Ave and 456 Maple Ave from R1 to PS
- Change Order No. 4 for Fleet Maintenance Facility Project, not to exceed $4,889
- Acceptance of work on Well 19 Pump Station Project with retention of $90,546.83
- Amendment to lease of 303 and 307 W. Main Street (Holistic Synergy, LLC)
The City Council approved several progress payments for the Fleet Maintenance Facility and Stockton Avenue projects. The Council also introduced an ordinance to update special event licensing and regulations. Additionally, the city accepted a tree donation for Stouffer Park.
- Approved $536,789 payment to Diede Construction for Fleet Maintenance Facility (Unanimous)
- Approved $44,827.05 amended payment to D.A. Wood Construction for Stockton Avenue Rehabilitation (Unanimous)
- Approved $31,500 amendment for Fehr & Peers to perform traffic analysis at East Main Street and Highway 99 (Unanimous)
- Approved $90,044.71 retention payment for Soracco, Inc. regarding Well 19 Pump Station (Unanimous)
- Approved $276,224.56 retention payment for D.A. Wood Construction regarding Stockton Avenue (Unanimous)
- Accepted donation of a Valley Oak tree for Stouffer Park from the Johnston-Crawford family (Unanimous)
- Introduced Ordinance 925 to amend special event licensing and regulations (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-41 for right-of-way acquisition for North Ripon Road/River Road signalization (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Special Meeting
The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving Change Order No. 3 for the Fleet Maintenance Facility Project, which covers electrical revisions and adjustments for utility and fire district requirements at a cost not to exceed $132,150. The council will also discuss potential changes to the city's licensing and regulations for special events, with no action planned on that item.
- Approve Change Order No. 3 for Fleet Maintenance Facility Project, not to exceed $132,150
- Change order covers electrical revisions, SSJID, MID, and Fire Department requirements
- Funding split: Corp Yard AB1600 Fund (47%), Measure K Transit (7.4%), Enterprise Capital Funds (15.8%), General Capital Fund (29.8%)
- Discussion on potential changes to Licensing and Regulations of Special Events in Municipal Code
Council approved a change order for electrical and agency requirement revisions at the Fleet Maintenance Facility Project. Members also discussed potential changes to the Municipal Code regarding special event licensing on undeveloped properties, though no formal action was taken.
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for Fleet Maintenance Facility electrical and agency revisions not to exceed $132,150.00 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a special meeting to consider approving Change Order No. 3 for the Fleet Maintenance Facility Project, which covers electrical revisions and adjustments for utility and fire district requirements at a cost not to exceed $132,150. The council will also discuss potential changes to the city's special events licensing regulations, but no action will be taken on that item.
- Approve Change Order No. 3 for Fleet Maintenance Facility Project, $132,150
- Change order includes electrical revisions ($108,550), SSJID requirements ($30,492), fire district connection ($1,795), and MID savings (-$8,687)
- Project contract price increases to $11,578,238
- Discussion of potential changes to Licensing and Regulations of Special Events in municipal code
City Council approved a change order for electrical revisions at the Fleet Maintenance Facility Project. The council also discussed potential changes to the Municipal Code regarding special events on undeveloped property, though no formal action was taken.
- Approved Change Order No. 3 for Fleet Maintenance Facility electrical and requirement revisions not to exceed $132,150.00 (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget, annual assessments for the Lighting District and ten Landscape Maintenance Districts, and a zoning text amendment to allow recreational vehicle storage in the heavy industrial district. The consent calendar includes payments totaling over $420,000 and several service agreements.
- Adoption of FY 2023-2024 budget (Resolution, tax rate $0.00)
- Public hearing on annual assessment for Lighting District and ten Landscape Maintenance Districts
- Zoning text amendment (TAZ 23-26) to allow recreational vehicle storage in heavy industrial district
- General Plan amendment and rezone (GP22-96, Z22-97) for Ripon Christian Schools at 552 N. Wilma Ave and 456 Maple Ave
- Consent calendar includes $508,389.65 payment to Diede Construction for Fleet Maintenance Facility
The City Council adopted the FY 2023-2024 employee compensation plan for administrative, non-represented police, and part-time recreation staff. The council also approved several service agreements for transit, water audits, and construction materials testing. Additionally, the city accepted a donation of a commemorative plaque for the 1960 Winter Olympic Games replica torch.
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 employee compensation plan (Unanimous)
- Approved Measure K Renewal Cooperative Agreement for Blossom Express transit service (Unanimous)
- Approved $12,400 agreement with Provost & Pritchard for water loss audits (Unanimous)
- Accepted donation of Olympic Torch commemorative plaque and approved relocation to Museum (Unanimous)
- Approved $508,389.65 payment to Diede Construction, Inc. for Fleet Maintenance Facility (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-32 adopting garbage fees for additional services (Unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-34 to withdraw from the California Municipal Finance Authority (Unanimous)
- Approved $20,000 agreement with Terracon Consultants, Inc. for materials testing (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold public hearings and vote on the FY 2023-2024 budget, annual assessments for the Lighting District and ten Landscape Maintenance Districts, and a zoning amendment to allow recreational vehicle storage in heavy industrial districts. The consent calendar includes payments totaling over $420,000 and several service agreements.
- Adoption of FY 2023-2024 budget (Resolution)
- Public hearing on annual assessment for Lighting District
- Public hearing on annual assessments for ten Landscape Maintenance Districts
- Zoning text amendment to allow RV storage in heavy industrial district (TAZ 23-26)
- General Plan amendment and rezone for Ripon Christian Schools at 552 N. Wilma Ave and 456 Maple Ave
The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included multiple vendor payments, service agreements for engineering and environmental assessments, and the adoption of garbage fees and employee compensation plans. The Council also authorized the relocation of a replica Olympic Torch to the museum.
- Approved garbage fees for additional services (Resolution 23-32) [Unanimous]
- Adopted FY 2023-2024 employee compensation plan (Resolution 23-33) [Unanimous]
- Approved withdrawal from California Municipal Finance Authority (Resolution 23-34) [Unanimous]
- Approved $508,389.65 payment to Diede Construction for Fleet Maintenance Facility [Unanimous]
- Approved Measure K Renewal Cooperative Agreement for Blossom Express transit service [Unanimous]
- Approved $12,400 agreement with Provost & Pritchard for water loss audits [Unanimous]
- Accepted commemorative plaque donation and approved relocating Olympic Torch to Museum [Unanimous]
- Approved $20,000 agreement with Terracon Consultants for materials testing [Unanimous]
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and consider several resolutions, including accepting a property dedication, approving a deferred improvement agreement, and amending the city's investment policy. The consent calendar includes numerous payments and contracts, such as a $526,899.83 progress payment for the Fleet Maintenance Facility project and a $124,120 agreement for the 6th cycle Housing Element. The council will also discuss SB 1383 compliance and introduce an ordinance amending the city's commission appointment process.
- Public hearing on FY 2023-2024 Budget
- Resolution accepting irrevocable offer of dedication from Gary and Amy Mohler for Parcel Map 22-79
- Resolution approving Deferred Improvement Agreement with Gary and Amy Mohler for Tentative Parcel Map 22-79
- Resolution amending City's Investment Policy to comply with California Government Code
- Resolution approving preliminary annual report for Lighting District and ten Landscape Maintenance Districts, setting public hearing for July 11, 2023
The City Council adopted the consent calendar, which included several resolutions regarding land dedication, investment policy, and planning fees. The council also approved multiple service agreements and payments for city projects, including the Fleet Maintenance Facility.
- Approved Consent Calendar including Resolutions 23-25 through 23-31 (Unanimous)
- Approved $526,899.83 payment to Diede Construction, Inc. for Fleet Maintenance Facility
- Approved $124,120 agreement with De Novo Planning Group for 6th cycle Housing Element
- Approved $1,099 monthly agreement with Wave Business for phone and internet services
- Approved $6,000 agreement with Jocelyn E. Roland, Ph.D. for police counseling services
- Approved $5,000 appraisal for right-of-way at 21800 North Ripon Rd
- Approved claim filed by Steven Menucci
- Approved minutes from May 9 and June 8 meetings
🗳️ How they voted (9 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving a consent calendar that includes payment of a $2,481 invoice to Urban Futures, Inc. for continuing disclosure and compliance services related to the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. The meeting also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and public comment time.
- Payment of $2,481 to Urban Futures, Inc. for continuing disclosure services on 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds
- Approval of minutes from the April 11, 2023 Successor Agency meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency approved the minutes from the April 11, 2023 meeting. The agency also approved the consent calendar, which included a specific payment for bond disclosure services.
- Approved April 11, 2023 meeting minutes (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar (Unanimous)
- Approved $2,481.00 payment to Urban Futures, Inc. for Continuing Disclosure Service Fees
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
City Council - Workshop
This is a workshop meeting where staff will present the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating and Capital Budget for discussion only; no action will be taken. The meeting is informal and informational.
- Presentation of the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Operating and Capital Budget
The City Council held an informational workshop to review the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 budget. No formal actions were taken during this meeting. A public hearing is scheduled for June 13, 2023, with a final approval vote set for July 11, 2023.
- No substantive decisions were made; meeting was for discussion only
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting on May 15, 2023, to discuss and potentially approve a major site review for a new Quick Quack Carwash, consider a time extension for the Parallel Self-Storage project, and hold public hearings on zoning amendments for recreational vehicle storage and the Ripon Christian Schools greenhouse and maintenance building project. The agenda also includes public comment, approval of minutes, and reports.
- Major Site Review (SR23-23) for Quick Quack Carwash at 1450 Brady Lane (3,596 sq ft drive-thru carwash)
- One-year time extension request for Parallel Self-Storage Project (SR21-36)
- Zoning Text Amendment TAZ23-26 for Recreational Vehicle Storage (Chapter 16.12 and 16.24)
- Ripon Christian Schools greenhouse (1,100 sq ft) and campus maintenance building (4,400 sq ft) with lot merger (LM23-28), General Plan amendment (GPA22-96), and rezone (Z22-97)
The Planning Commission approved a site plan for a new drive-thru carwash and granted a one-year extension for a self-storage project. The commission also reorganized its leadership and approved previous meeting minutes.
- Appointed Commissioner Collins as Chairman (5-0)
- Appointed Commissioner Saljian as Vice-Chairman (5-0)
- Approved January 16, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
- Approved Major Site Plan Permit (SR23-23) for Quick Quack Carwash at 1450 Brady Lane (Unanimous)
- Approved one-year extension for Parallel Self-Storage project (SR21-36) at 700 S. Parallel Avenue (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will vote on a $5.7 million loan from the general fund to build a fleet maintenance facility, approve a one-year extension for the Pereira property development agreement, and consider a new policy eliminating city loans for curb/gutter/sidewalk installation on annexed parcels. A workshop at 5:30 PM will discuss electronic message sign options.
- Resolution approving $5,687,300 loan from General Fund Mitigation Impact Fee to Corporation Yard AB1600 fund for Fleet Maintenance Facility Project
- Resolution rescinding Resolution 99-24 and updating policy for annexation of developed residential parcels, eliminating city loans for curb/gutter/sidewalk but maintaining loans for municipal service connection fees
- One-year extension of Pereira Property Development Agreement expiration date
- Purchase of new control panels for CNG compressors at CNG Fueling Station from ANGI Energy for $42,305.82
- Project Improvement Agreement for Avid Candlewood Suites hotel at 1499 N. Jack Tone Road
The City Council approved several resolutions, including a $5.6M loan for a fleet maintenance facility and a new project list for SB1 road funding. Council also directed staff to proceed with a conceptual townhouse project at 122 N. Elm Avenue.
- Approved $5,687,300 loan from general fund mitigation impact fee to Corporation Yard AB1600 fund (Unanimous)
- Approved SB1 road project list for FY 2023-24 (Unanimous)
- Approved $42,305.82 for CNG fueling station control panels (Unanimous)
- Approved project improvement agreement for Avid Candlewood Suites at 1499 N. Jack Tone Road (Unanimous)
- Approved one-year extension for Pereira Property Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved updated annexation policy for developed residential parcels (Unanimous)
- Approved credit card for Police Chief for training purposes (Unanimous)
- Directed staff to proceed with townhouse project at 122 N. Elm Avenue
🗳️ How they voted (8 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will vote on a $5.7 million loan from the general fund mitigation impact fee to build a fleet maintenance facility. Other actions include adopting a list of SB1 road projects, updating the annexation policy, and approving a project improvement agreement for a new hotel. The meeting also includes a workshop on electronic message sign options.
- Resolution to lend $5,687,300 from the General Fund Mitigation Impact Fee to the Corporation Yard AB1600 fund for the Fleet Maintenance Facility Project
- Resolution adopting a list of projects for Fiscal Year 2023-24 funded by Senate Bill 1 (Road Repair and Accountability Act)
- Resolution rescinding Resolution 99-24 and updating policy for annexation of developed residential parcels, eliminating option for city loans for curb/gutter/sidewalk but maintaining option for city municipal services connection fee loans
- Project Improvement Agreement for Avid Candlewood Suites hotel at 1499 N. Jack Tone Road
- Purchase of new control panels for two CNG compressors at the CNG Fueling Station from ANGI Energy for $42,305.82
City Council approved several resolutions, including a multi-million dollar loan for a fleet facility and a new road project list. Council also directed staff to proceed with a conceptual townhouse project at 122 N. Elm Avenue.
- Approved $5,687,300 loan from general fund mitigation impact fee to Corporation Yard AB1600 fund (Unanimous)
- Approved FY 2023-24 project list funded by Senate Bill 1 (Unanimous)
- Approved one-year extension for Pereira Property Development Agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved Project Improvement Agreement for Avid Candlewood Suites at 1499 N. Jack Tone Road (Unanimous)
- Approved $42,305.82 for CNG fueling station control panels (Unanimous)
- Approved $4,050 agreement with Padilla & Associates, Inc. for DBE reporting (Unanimous)
- Directed staff to move forward with townhouse project at 122 N. Elm Avenue
- Approved updated policy for annexation of developed residential parcels (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will consider moving from Stage 3 to Stage 2 of the city's Drought Contingency Plan, introduce an ordinance amending special event licensing rules, and adopt a garbage collection ordinance. The consent calendar includes payments, agreements, and resolutions on transportation planning and a zero-emission bus plan.
- Resolution to move from Stage 3 to Stage 2 of the Drought Contingency Plan
- First reading of ordinance amending Chapter 5.40 on special events licensing
- Second reading of Ordinance 920 amending garbage collection and disposal rules
- Agreement with Conti LLC for Council Chambers audio/visual systems, not to exceed $51,110
- Reimbursement agreement for Noosa Battery Storage project at 1302 Frontage Road
The City Council approved a resolution to move from Stage 3 to Stage 2 of the Drought Contingency Plan, allowing a three-day-a-week summer watering schedule. The council also adopted an ordinance clarifying garbage collection and disposal rules and approved a police academy cadet reimbursement program.
- Approved Resolution 23-17 to move water conservation from Stage 3 to Stage 2 (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 920 regarding garbage collection and disposal (Unanimous)
- Approved $5,000 reimbursement for police academy cadets with a six-month employment requirement (Unanimous)
- Authorized grant applications for a Solar EV Charging Station and a CNG Garbage Truck (Unanimous)
- Approved $51,110 contract with Conti LLC for Council Chamber audio/visual systems (4-0)
- Accepted $3,396.75 donation for police training mats and a $400 donation from Mayor Restuccia for logos (4-0)
- Authorized Mayor to sign Project Improvement Agreement for Liberty Self Storage (4-0)
- Authorized Mayor to sign Noosa Battery Storage Reimbursement Agreement (4-0)
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Successor Agency - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will consider approving its administrative budget and Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for fiscal year 2023-24, and will also approve a $330,149.64 debt service payment on tax allocation refunding bonds. The meeting follows the City Council meeting and includes public comment and approval of prior meeting minutes.
- Approval of Resolution 22-1 for the administrative budget (ROPS 23-24) for July 1, 2023 through June 30, 2024
- Approval of Resolution 22-2 for the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 23-24)
- Payment of $330,149.64 to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service due May 1, 2023
- Approval of minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting
The Successor Agency approved the minutes from the December 13, 2022 meeting. The agency also approved a consent calendar including a debt service payment for tax allocation refunding bonds.
- Approved minutes of the December 13, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
- Approved Consent Calendar (Unanimous)
- Approved $330,149.64 payment to US BANK for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service
🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
City Council - Workshop
The Ripon City Council held a strategic planning working session. The discussion focused on future policy goals and how to implement them.
- Discussion of future policy goals and implementation
The City Council held an informal informational workshop to discuss future policy goals, financial reserves, and staffing. No formal votes or legislative actions were taken during the session.
- Discussed 2023-24 Policy Goals and Implementation Plan (No action)
- Reviewed General Fund Reserve, Contingency Funds, and infrastructure funding (No action)
- Discussed South County Water Project participation (No action)
- Reviewed Capital Improvement Plan priorities including Locust Avenue repair and River Road/North Ripon Road stoplight (No action)
- Discussed City Council Member’s Handbook (No action)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Planning Commission is holding a working session to discuss future policy goals and their implementation. No action will be taken at this meeting.
- Strategic planning working session on future policy goals and implementation
The City Council held an informal informational meeting to discuss policy goals, financial reserves, and staffing. No formal actions were taken during the session, as items discussed will be brought to future meetings for approval.
- Discussion on 2023-24 Policy Goals and Implementation Plan (No action)
- Review of General Fund Reserve and Contingency Funds (No action)
- Discussion on South County Water Project participation (No action)
- Review of Capital Improvement Plan priorities including Locust Avenue repair (No action)
- Discussion on River Road and North Ripon Road intersection stoplight (No action)
- Review of Tertiary Waste Water Treatment Plant improvements Phase 1 (No action)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes routine payments, contracts, and resolutions, plus a public hearing on CDBG and HOME funding allocations. The most consequential item is a $288,622 change order to raise the berm at the wastewater treatment plant disposal ponds for additional storage capacity.
- Change Order No. 1 for Diede Construction, Inc. to raise berm at Wastewater Treatment Plant disposal ponds, $288,622
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 CDBG and HOME Program funding allocations
- Resolution adopting 2023 Sewer System Management Plan Update
- Contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. for asphalt repairs, up to $40,000
- Professional Services Agreement with Resourceability for Cal Recycle compliance, up to $10,000
The City Council approved funding allocations for the 2023-2024 CDBG and HOME programs, primarily targeting the Senior Center Retrofit Project. The council also approved several service contracts, planning commission appointments, and a wastewater facility change order. A project improvement agreement for a self-storage facility was tabled.
- Approved 2023-2024 CDBG and HOME Program funding allocations (5-0)
- Approved appointment of Jeff Veilleux to Planning Commission Seat 5 and Steve Verver as alternate (5-0)
- Approved $40,000 asphalt repair contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. (5-0)
- Approved $288,622 change order for Diede Construction, Inc. for wastewater plant berm elevation (5-0)
- Approved $48,477.02 Bank of Stockton invoice (4-0, Mayor Restuccia abstained)
- Approved $59,580 for annual audits by Price Paige & Company (5-0)
- Denied claims filed by Anthony King, Pamela Denise Tipton, Aviana Elise Gallardo, and Sadielynn Denicia Gallardo (5-0)
- Tabled Liberty Self Storage Facility Project Improvement Agreement to 4/11/2023
🗳️ How they voted (5 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a regular meeting on March 14, 2023, to consider a consent calendar of routine payments and contracts, adopt the 2023 Sewer System Management Plan Update, and hold a public hearing on CDBG and HOME program funding allocations. The council will also discuss a proposal to reimburse police academy cadets up to $5,000 each.
- Adopt 2023 Sewer System Management Plan Update
- Approve $59,580 audit engagement with Price Paige & Company
- Approve $288,622 change order for Diede Construction fleet maintenance facility project
- Public hearing on 2023-2024 CDBG and HOME program funding allocations
- Discuss police academy cadet reimbursement up to $5,000 per hire
The City Council approved funding allocations for the 2023-2024 Community Development Block Grant and HOME programs, primarily targeting the Senior Center Retrofit Project. The council also approved several service contracts and Planning Commission appointments. A project improvement agreement for a self-storage facility was tabled.
- Approved 2023-2024 CDBG and HOME Program funding allocations (unanimous)
- Appointed Jeff Veilleux to Planning Commission Seat No. 5 and Steve Verver as alternate (unanimous)
- Approved $40,000 asphalt repair contract with Tom Mayo Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
- Approved $288,622 change order for Fleet Maintenance Facility project (unanimous)
- Approved $59,580 for annual audits with Price Paige & Company (unanimous)
- Approved $10,000 agreement with Resourceability for Cal Recycle compliance (unanimous)
- Denied claims filed by Anthony King, Pamela Denise Tipton, Aviana Elise Gallardo, and Sadielynn Denicia Gallardo (unanimous)
- Tabled Liberty Self Storage Facility Project Improvement Agreement
🗳️ How they voted (1 roll-call vote)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold its regular meeting on February 14, 2023, with a closed session at 5:30 PM. The main actions include a second reading and adoption of an ordinance to rezone two properties from Urban Reserve to Single Family Residential, and approval of an installation agreement with Frontier California for fiber optic cables. The council will also consider several contracts, including a $35,000 traffic signal design agreement and a $32,808.80 animal shelter door replacement, plus routine financial reports and proclamations.
- Rezone 820 N. Stockton Avenue and 225 Franklin Lane (APNs 261-200-02 and 261-200-29) from UR to R1
- Approve $35,000 agreement with Fehr & Peers for East Main Street Traffic Signal Project
- Approve $32,808.80 contract with Vaughan Construction for animal shelter door replacement
- Approve installation agreement with Frontier California for fiber optic cables in city right-of-way
- Accept quarterly investment report for period ending December 31, 2022
The City Council authorized an agreement with Frontier California, Inc. to install high-speed fiber optic cables and approved the purchase of a 0.92-acre property. The Council also rezoned two properties to single-family residential and approved several municipal contracts and resolutions.
- Approved purchase of 0.92 acres at N. Ripon Rd and River Rd (Unanimous)
- Approved Installation Agreement with Frontier California, Inc. for fiber optic cables (Unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 919 rezoning 820 N. Stockton Ave and 225 Franklin Ln to R1 Single Family Residential (Unanimous)
- Approved $35,000 agreement with Fehr & Peers for East Main Street Traffic Signal Project (Unanimous)
- Approved $32,808.80 contract with Vaughan Construction for animal shelter door replacement (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 23-10 recommending Peter Bulthuis to the San Joaquin County Mosquito and Vector Control District Board (Unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 23-11 approving FY 2022-23 financial transfers (Unanimous)
- Designated Chief of Police to determine Public Convenience or Necessity for ABC licenses (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Planning Commission - Regular Meeting
The Ripon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two development requests: a tentative parcel map to subdivide 1173 S. Vera Avenue into three residential lots, and a use permit for 16 two-story townhomes on Gilbert Drive. The commission will vote on whether to approve these projects based on staff recommendations.
- Tentative Parcel Map PM22-90 for 1173 S. Vera Avenue: subdivide 0.95 acres into three parcels (14,224, 12,321, and 13,026 sq ft) in R1C zone
- Use Permit UP22-88 for Gilbert Drive Townhouses: 16 two-story attached townhomes with single-car garages on a vacant Mixed Use (MU) parcel
- Required improvements for Vera Avenue: sewer hookup, abandon septic, install curb/gutter/sidewalk on Doak Boulevard and Vera Avenue
- Appeal period: 10 days from meeting date, appeal fee $591.00
The Planning Commission unanimously approved a request to subdivide a property on S. Vera Avenue into three parcels. The Commission also approved a use permit for 16 townhomes on Gilbert Drive with specific requirements for garage size and setbacks.
- Approved Tentative Parcel Map (PM22-90) for 1173 S. Vera Avenue (Unanimous)
- Approved Use Permit (UP22-88) for Gilbert Drive Townhouses (Unanimous)
- Required 12’ x 20’ minimum usable space for Gilbert Drive townhouse garages
- Reduced Gilbert Drive front setback to 15’-0” for townhouse project
- Required delineated walkway to common area for Gilbert Drive project
- Approved minutes from December 19, 2022 meeting (Unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council - Regular Meeting
The Ripon City Council will hold a public hearing to consider rezoning properties at 820 N. Stockton Avenue and 225 Franklin Lane from Urban Reserve to Single Family Residential, followed by a first reading of the ordinance. The consent calendar includes routine payments, contracts, and resolutions for appointments, labor agreements, and assessments. A workshop on phasing Community Center improvements is scheduled before the regular meeting.
- Public hearing and first reading to rezone 820 N. Stockton Ave and 225 Franklin Ln from UR to R1
- Approve $50,000 sidewalk repair contract amendment with Vaughan Construction
- Approve $28,976.95 animal shelter cabinet replacement contract with Culinary Stainless Fabricators
- Approve $36,940 GIS system agreement with California CAD Solutions
- Adopt amendments to police and public works memoranda of understanding
The City Council held a first reading of Ordinance 919 to rezone properties at 820 N. Stockton Avenue and 225 Franklin Lane from Urban Reserve to Single Family Residential. The council also approved a series of administrative resolutions and contracts via the consent calendar.
- First reading of Ordinance 919 to rezone 820 N. Stockton Avenue and 225 Franklin Lane to R1 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-1 for City Council member appointments to boards and commissions (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-2 for reappointments to Planning and Recreation Commissions (unanimous)
- Approved Resolutions 23-3, 23-4, and 23-5 regarding MOU amendments for Police Officers, Police Sergeants, and Public Works employees (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 23-6 amending the employee compensation plan for administrative and non-represented police staff (unanimous)
- Approved Resolutions 23-7 and 23-8 ordering engineer's reports for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting districts (unanimous)
- Approved $50,000 sidewalk maintenance contract amendment with Vaughan Construction (unanimous)
- Approved $28,976.95 contract with Culinary Stainless Fabricators for animal shelter cabinets (unanimous)