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July 15, 2026 ·7:00 PM Final

Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi

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Agenda — 49 items

  1. C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call
  2. C-2 Announcement of Closed Session
  3. 2 The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 15, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi at 5:32 p.m. Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Absent: Council Member Bregman and Mayor Yepez Also Present: City Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed NOTE: Council Member Bregman arrived at 5:35 p.m.
  4. a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: City Attorney Recruitment.
  5. b) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: City Clerk Recruitment and Interim City Clerk Appointment
  6. c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UWM-2026-0003828.
  7. d) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UOE-2026-0044713.
  8. C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session
  9. 8 6:55 p.m. Invocation/Call to Civic Responsibility.
  10. 9 NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL COMMENCE NO SOONER THAN 7:00 P.M.
  11. 9 At 5:32 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:04 p.m.
  12. C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action
  13. A. Call to Order / Roll Call
  14. 11 At 7:04 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi reconvened the City Council meeting, and Interim City Attorney Luebberke disclosed that there was no reportable action.
  15. B. Presentations
  16. B.1 Presentation of a Proclamation Recognizing Lodi Junior Giants (PRCS) 26-311
  17. 13 The Regular City Council meeting of July 15, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi at 7:06 p.m. Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Absent: Mayor Yepez Also Present: City Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed
  18. B.2 Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Outgoing City Clerk Olivia Nashed (CM) 26-351
  19. C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
  20. C.1 Approve Minutes a) November 1, 2023 (Regular Meeting) b) November 15, 2023 (Regular Meeting) c) November 21, 2023 (Special Meeting) d) December 6, 2023 (Regular Meeting) e) December 6, 2023 (Special Meeting) f) December 12, 2023 (Special Meeting) g) December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting) h) December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting) i) December 20, 2023 (Regular Meeting) j) January 3, 2024 (Regular Meeting) k) January 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting) l) February 7, 2024 (Regular Meeting) m) February 21, 2024 (Regular Meeting) n) August 22, 2024 (Special Meeting) o) January 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting) p) January 27, 2026 (Special Meeting) q) February 23, 2026 (Special Meeting) r) March 26, 2026 (Special Meeting) s) April 24, 2026 (Special Meeting) t) May 6, 2026 (Regular Meeting) u) June 3, 2026 (Regular Meeting) v) April 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) w) April 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) x) April 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) y) April 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) z) April 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) 26-339
  21. 16 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a proclamation to Deputy Director Emerson Yellen and members of the Lodi Junior Giants recognizing the organization.
  22. C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Project Agreement No. 3 Between and Among Transmission Agency of Northern California and its Participating Members (EU) 26-300
  23. C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Professional Services Agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc. of Davis, for Regulatory Compliance and Permitting Services at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility and Recycled Water Land Application Program ($694,600) (PW) 26-274
  24. 18 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a Certificate of Appreciation to outgoing City Clerk Olivia Nashed.
  25. D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items
  26. 20 THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON-AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
  27. 20 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Noes: None Absent: Mayor Yepez
  28. E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
  29. F. Public Hearings - None
  30. 22 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that City Manager Reddig will be putting together a list of action items from the minutes to track Council requests through completion. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. The minutes of November 1, 2023 (Regular Meeting), November 15, 2023 (Regular Meeting), November 21, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 6, 2023 (Regular Meeting), December 6, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 12, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - A.M.), December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - P.M.), December 20, 2023 (Regular Meeting), January 3, 2024 (Regular Meeting), January 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting), February 7, 2024 (Regular Meeting) February 21, 2024 (Regular Meeting), August 22, 2024 (Special Meeting), January 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting), January 27, 2026 (Special Meeting), February 23, 2026 (Special Meeting), March 26, 2026 (Special Meeting), April 24, 2026 (Special Meeting), May 6, 2026 (Regular Meeting), June 3, 2026 (Regular Meeting), April 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), and April 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) were approved as written.
  31. G. Regular Calendar
  32. G.1 Presentation on Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program (ED) 26-340
  33. 24 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-157 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to Project Agreement No. 3 between and among the Transmission Agency of Northern California and its participating members.
  34. G.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Establishing a City Council Ad Hoc Committee to Advise and Make Recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services and Setting Committee Objectives and Tasks (CM) 26-345
  35. G.3 Adopt a Resolution Appointing Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk, at a Rate of $70.41 Per Hour, and Approving the Corresponding Employment Agreement (IS - HR) 26-347
  36. 26 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-158 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc., of Davis, for regulatory compliance and permitting services at the White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility and the Recycled Water Land Application Program, in the amount of $694,600.
  37. H. Ordinances
  38. 27 Travis Castle, founder of the Path for Humanity, provided supplemental documents and spoke regarding the organization's discount card program which benefits local nonprofits. He presented checks to this year's recipients, Outreach Ministries International and the Salvation Army. Captain Joseph McBride, of the Salvation Army, spoke regarding his recent appointment in Lodi and his excitement to serve in the community. Alex Aliferis, a member of the public, spoke regarding traffic issues on East Locust Street and his support of Propositions 43 and Proposition 39.
  39. H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2048 Amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9 By Amending Chapter 9.18 (Vending On Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to Revise Regulations Related to Mobile Food Vending, Including Permit Requirements, Location Standards, and Operational Regulations (Applicant: City of Lodi; CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378, as the ordinance is not a project) (CD) 26-346
  40. I. Adjournment
  41. 29 Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her attendance at the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission meeting which discussed the CRISI grant application for funding of west Lodi station. She also spoke regarding her attendance at the ribbon cutting for the multimodal project on Channel Street in Stockton, which was funded through San Joaquin Council of Governments and the Regional Rail Commission, noting she would like City staff to investigate similar funding for Lodi projects. She also announced Passenger Appreciation Day and ribbon cutting at the Transit Station on Friday, July 31, sponsored through the Lodi Chamber of Commerce and the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission. Council Member Bregman spoke regarding his upcoming meeting with the Delta Protection Commission, naming a portion of the Grape Bowl in memory of Jack Fiori who was instrumental in raising funds for the refurbishment project, and the 4th of July Kiwanis pancake breakfast. Council supported naming a portion of the Grape Bowl in honor of Mr. Fiori and Council Member Bregman stated he would reach out to the family. Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke regarding naming a portion of the Access Center in memory of John Ledbetter. Council Member Craig-Hensley concurred.
  42. 30 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection. Agendas and staff reports are also posted on the City’s website at www.lodi.gov. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Olivia Nashed at (209) 333-6702. Solicitudes de interpretación de idiomas deben ser recibidas por lo menos con 72 horas de anticipación a la reunión para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad. Llame a Olivia Nashed (209) 333-6702. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Meetings of the Lodi City Council are telecast on SJTV, Channel 26. The City of Lodi provides live and archived webcasts of regular City Council meetings. The webcasts can be found on the City's website at www.lodi.gov by clicking the meeting webcasts link. Members of the public may view and listen to the open session of this meeting at www.youtube.com/@cityoflodi_publicmeetings. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  43. 33 Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program. Specific topics of discussion included background, purpose of programs, zone location within Lodi, Opportunity Zones 2.0, opportunity to nominate a new map, new targeting criteria, two eligible census tracts in Lodi, State criteria for nominations, recommendation, and next steps. Council Member Nakanishi voiced his support for the item. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District nomination criteria and letters of support. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the application process. No Council action was required on this item.
  44. 35 City Manager Reddig provided a presentation regarding the establishment of a City Council ad-hoc committee to advise and make recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of the committee and the need for two Council Members to serve on the committee. Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi and Council Member Craig-Hensley nominated themselves to serve on the committee. Council Member Nakanishi and Council Member Bregman concurred with the nominations. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding Request for Proposals (RPF) vs. Request for Qualifications (RFQ).
  45. 36 Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi to adopt Resolution No. 2026-159 establishing a City Council ad-hoc committee to advise and make recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services, setting committee objectives and tasks, and appointing Council Member Craig-Hensley and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi to serve on the committee. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Noes: None Absent: Mayor Yepez
  46. 38 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the appointment of Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk. Specific topics of discussion included appointment of an interim City Clerk during the City Clerk recruitment period, candidate experience, compensation rate, benefits, start date, employment agreement, and recommendation.
  47. 39 Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-160 appointing Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk, at a rate of $70.41 per hour, and approving the corresponding Employment Agreement. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Noes: None Absent: Mayor Yepez
  48. 43 City Clerk Nashed provided a brief presentation regarding Ordinance No. 2048 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property). In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided information regarding the elimination of the cap on mobile food truck vendors and the adjustment of location requirements. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need to address specifically the illegal carts, noting large crowds near the illegal carts Downtown are frequently a subject of the Police Department shift summary. City Manager Reddig provided an update on task force activity to combat this issue. Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2048 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to revise regulations related to mobile food vending, including permit requirements, location standards, and operational regulations, which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held July 1, 2026. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi Noes: None Absent: Mayor Yepez
  49. 45 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:53 p.m. in honor of outgoing City Clerk Nashed. ATTEST: Olivia Nashed City Clerk