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• Ryan Smolar, proposed to run workshops for neighborhood development, <br />supports option 1 B to share funds with more organizations that will better the <br />community. <br />• Paul Nagel, supports proposal. <br />• Leon Raya, expressed support for item and urged the City Council to <br />approve. <br />Council discussion ensued. <br />Mayor Pro Tern Martinez, concerned with process, funding source and accounts <br />established to allow former City Manager to have slush funds. <br />Francisco Gutierrez, Executive Director of Finance and Management Services, <br />explained fund balance process. <br />Councilmember Solorio, asked if they are multi -year commitments, funds that <br />had been accruing over years; process not transparent; asked about selection <br />criteria. <br />Acting City Manager Mouet, indicated that they are one-time funds that resulted <br />in contract under -costs. <br />Senior Management Assistant Jorge Garcia, noted that the process was similar <br />to CDBG, but without minimums as set in federal regulations; followed <br />procurement process; applications mailed to existing CDBG participants and <br />non-profit organizations; applications reviewed and rated by panel that scored <br />applications. <br />Councilmember Solorio, concern about current financial situation; large number <br />of vacant positions that allow for artificial surplus; proposed merging process <br />with that of CBDG. <br />Councilmember Villegas, not supportive of item until financial report provided on <br />City's budget health. <br />Councilmember Tinajero, commented that 10th Amendment will protect the City <br />against any funding raids by the Federal government; proposed Senate Bill 54 <br />will designate California a Sanctuary State; current report ranked City as fiscally <br />stable; need to consider pension and health care costs when increasing <br />positions; City needs to support youth programs; also, proposed that <br />performance pay be offered to lower police brutality cases; City spending in <br />excess of $6 million in the past several years to settle cases. <br />Councilmember Sarmiento, opined that all worthy recipients; Mayor Pro Tern <br />Martinez comments are well received, but supports programs that will enhance <br />social services; public safety is keeping kids safe; important to prioritize and <br />invest in our community. <br />CITY COUNCIL MINUTES 15 FEBRUARY 7, 2017 <br />1OB-15 <br />