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July 1, 2026 ·7:00 PM Final

Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi

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Agenda — 74 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 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:33 p.m. Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Absent: None Also Present: City Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed
  4. a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: City Clerk Recruitment
  5. C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session
  6. 5 6:55 p.m. Invocation/Call to Civic Responsibility.
  7. 6 NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL COMMENCE NO SOONER THAN 7:00 P.M.
  8. 6 At 6:34 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:02 p.m.
  9. C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action
  10. A. Call to Order / Roll Call
  11. 8 At 7:02 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and Interim City Attorney Luebberke disclosed that there was no reportable action.
  12. B. Presentations - None
  13. C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
  14. 10 The Regular City Council meeting of July 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:04 p.m. Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Absent: None Also Present: City Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed Mayor Yepez introduced newly-appointed City Manager Kara Reddig. City Manager Reddig spoke briefly to Council and the community.
  15. C.1 Adopt a Resolution Waiving Bid Process and Authorizing Purchase of Power Cable from Anixter Inc. of Benicia for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Project and Approve Interfund Charge in the Amount of ($324,620.10) (EU) 26-325
  16. C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the City of Stockton for Fire Dispatch Services (FD) 26-282
  17. C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Procurement Cards to Specified Positions and Rescinding Resolution 2025-157 (IS - BUD) 26-309
  18. 13 Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, 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, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  19. C.4 Adopt a Resolution Updating City Staff Signers on City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank Accounts (IS - BUD) 26-310
  20. C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Write-off of Uncollectible Utility Billing Accounts for the Period of 2020 through March 31, 2026, and Approve a Total Write-off Amount Not to Exceed $3,007,846.11 (IS - FIN) 26-263
  21. 15 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-___ waiving the bid process and authorizing the purchase of power cable from Anixter, Inc., of Benicia, for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Project and approving an interfund charge in the amount of $324,620.10.
  22. C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Annual General Billing Bad Debt Write-Offs and Approving the Write-Off of Uncollectable General Billing Accounts for the Period of 2019 through March 31, 2026, in an Amount Not to Exceed $313,976.48 (IS - FIN) 26-264
  23. C.7 Adopt a Resolution Approving New Professional Services Agreement with Loomis for Comprehensive Cash Handling Machine and Armored Transport Services ($165,000) (IS - FIN) 26-327
  24. 17 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-__ authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the City of Stockton for Fire Dispatch Services.
  25. C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with Pine Street Partners, LLC for Internal Improvements Related to the Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Vapor Remediation Project at 212 West Pine Street (PW) 26-313
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  27. 19 This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Yepez. In response to Mayor Yepez, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the previous culling of positions issued procurement cards and the subsequent identification of positions in the Public Works Department that need procurement cards. Mayor Yepez requested that the procurement card holder list be reviewed in one year. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the procurement card procedure followed by the City of Elk Grove. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-___ authorizing procurement cards to specified positions and rescinding Resolution 2025-157.
  28. D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items
  29. 21 THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON-AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
  30. 21 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-__ updating City staff signers on the City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank accounts.
  31. E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
  32. F. Public Hearings
  33. 23 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-___ authorizing the City Manager to execute the write-off of uncollectible Utility Billing accounts for the period of 2020 through March 31, 2026, and approving a total write-off amount not to exceed $3,007,846.11.
  34. F.1 Public Hearing to Waive the First Reading And Introduce An Ordinance 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) 26-278
  35. G. Regular Calendar
  36. 25 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-____ authorizing the City Manager to execute annual General Billing bad debt write-offs and approving the write-off of uncollectible General Billing accounts for the period of 2019 through March 31, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $313,976.48.
  37. G.1 Approve Revisions to the Purchasing Policy Including Local Vendor Preference, Purchasing Authority Updates, and Enhanced Procurement Procedures (IS - BUD) 26-315
  38. G.2 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Confidential General Services group (IS - HR) 26-317
  39. 27 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-___ approving a new Professional Services Agreement with Loomis for comprehensive cash handling machine and armored transport services, in the amount of $165,000.
  40. G.3 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Confidential Mid-Management Group (IS - HR) 26-319
  41. G.4 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Council Appointees Group (IS - HR) 26-331
  42. 29 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-___ authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with Pine Street Partners, LLC, for internal improvements related to the Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Vapor Remediation Project at 212 West Pine Street.
  43. G.5 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Executive Management Group (IS - HR) 26-332
  44. G.6 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Police Executive Management Group (IS - HR) 26-333
  45. 31 Rick Freedman, of Lodi Adopt a Child, spoke regarding the programs the group provides, the addition of a children's art show and workshop, and the upcoming fundraiser. Martha Ramirez, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her full support for the proposed grant for Lawrence Park, safety concerns at the park, adequate lighting at the park, and the installation of security cameras. Martha Barrera, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding lighting and surveillance cameras at Lawrence Park and the installation of a stop sign adjacent to the park. Maria Rodriguez, a member of the public representing a group of neighbors, spoke through an interpreter regarding safety concerns at Lawrence Park, gratitude for the proposed grant, concern over drinking in the park which has caused many families to stop bringing their families to the park, request for Police patrols and enforcement of violations, and the unsafe area near the park for children on their way to school. Patricia Castro, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her previous use of the park with her grandson but conditions are now unsafe, the need for installation of security cameras and Police patrols, and the problem with homeless in the park. Fausta Bahana, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her concerns about the people in Lawrence Park who are drinking and smoking, the need for the installation of a traffic light adjacent to the park, and the danger in trying to cross the street on the way to and from school due to congestion from the packing shed. Laura Alcanta, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her concerns over the dangerous condition at the intersection of Lockeford Street and Calaveras Avenue, a main crossing point for students going to Lawrence School, as motorists are not respecting the pedestrian crossing light and the school does not provide a crossing guard. Luz Maria Flores, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding the problems occurring at Hale Park, the need for installation of cameras and lighting, and the people loitering at the park who make the mothers afraid to take their children to play there. Maribel Dominguez, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding the current state of disrepair of the streets on the Eastside, specifically Tokay Street from Church Street to Cherokee Lane, while streets in other areas of the City are very well maintained. She further noted that she is available to gather signatures if that is needed. Bertha Castro, a member of the public, clarified that the problem with drinking is at Hale Park and thanked the parents for coming tonight to share their concerns.
  46. G.7 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Salary Schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit (IS - HR) 26-334
  47. G.8 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Salary Schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit (IS - HR) 26-335
  48. 33 Council Member Craig-Hensley thanked the public for coming to share their concerns following the recent meeting at Lawrence Park to discuss the future of the park where the input was useful for the grant application. She spoke regarding safety concerns, including the lighting and traffic issues in the area. She stated that the City Manager has begun to follow up on the items mentioned by the speakers and the City will utilize a multi-department approach to deal with the issues. She noted that clarification is needed with Lodi Unified School District in regard to whether or not a crossing guard is provided in the Lawrence Park area. Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding thanked the public for coming and stated he has always supported safe parks and the City is working on getting the streets fixed. Council Member Bregman spoke regarding thanked the members of the public who shared their safety concerns and requested information from the Police Department regarding which parks are receiving the most calls for service. Mayor Yepez spoke regarding the grant application for Lawrence Park, Hale Park, and Blakely Park, which are located in Council Member Craig-Hensley's and his districts. In response to Mayor Yepez, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia provided information regarding the violation of the Lodi Municipal Code for open liquor containers in the park, the current staffing level preventing a quick response to the parks for violations, and the use of a retired annuitant for patrolling parks during the day. Mayor Yepez requested a greater Police presence in Hale park for the next few days to enforce against the public drinking. Police Chief Garcia provided information regarding the application for an ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) grant for enforcement to supplement patrol staff. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the Lawrence Park Committee meeting, the San Joaquin Council of Governments meeting and the need to update the projects for Measure K, the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee meeting, and the increase in complaints and photographs of homeless individuals sleeping in the bus shelters on Locust Street and Elm Street and stealing signs at the Grape Festival grounds. She further requested information regarding the status of the second Community Liaison Officer position. Council Member Nakanishi welcomed City Manager Reddig. Mayor Yepez requested to agendize an item regarding the restructuring of the Lodi Improvement Committee. In response to City Manager Reddig's request for clarification, Council Member Craig-Hensely spoke regarding the direction she had provided to the City Clerk and Interim City Attorney regarding structure and purpose changes to more align the Lodi Improvement Committee with the Council's Strategic Plan. City Manager Reddig suggested adding the item to the August 5 agenda in order to allow time to review and prepare the report. Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi clarified that there will be dialogue with the current Committee regarding the proposed changes. In response to City Manager Reddig, Council Member Craig-Hensley stated her preference would be to have a discussion regarding what changes staff would support and then meet with the Lodi Improvement Committee. Council Member Reddig proposed talking internally with staff and then decide on strategy of speaking with the LIC either before or after bringing the item to Council. Mayor Yepez also requested an item be added to the agenda regarding the addition of more members to the Finance Committee.
  49. G.9 Adopt a Resolution Approving Policy Regarding Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service During City Council Meetings, Per Senate Bill 707 (CLK) 26-336
  50. H. Ordinances - None
  51. I. Adjournment
  52. 36 Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance 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). Interim Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided a short introduction. Senior Community Improvement Officer (CIO) Jonique Andrews provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the introduction of an ordinance to amend Lodi Municipal Code (LMC) in relation to mobile food vending. Specific topics of discussion included background; permit requirements; April 15, 2026 City Council discussion and direction; Planning Commission recommendation; key proposed changes to LMC Section 9.18.045; environmental assessment; and staff recommendation. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the three-hour limitation per location. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor on amending the three-hour limitation. Senior CIO Andrews clarified that the three-hour limitation applies only within the public right of way. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Senior CIO Andrews provided information regarding regulations for licensed mobile food vendors in the public right of way. City Manager Reddig spoke regarding competition for locations in the public right of way. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Senior CIO Andrews confirmed that with a permit, a mobile food vendor is able to park in the public right of way during the allowed hours of operation and this policy has not changed. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Senior CIO Andrews confirmed that there is not a time limit on permitted mobile food vendors parked on private property. Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the City has greater enforcement authority than is currently being used and spoke in favor of enforcement in the Downtown area at night, noting the recent Police shift summary about the Police presence required due to a large crowd around an illegal hot dog stand. City Manager Reddig stated that she will be contacting the working group that was formed last fall following the Council presentation of this item to discuss potential strategies to implement. Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the potential use of encroachment permits for enforcement of illegal food vendors. Interim City Attorney Luebberke stated that his office has been looking into the legal opportunities and restrictions of the suggested use of encroachment permits and will keep Council informed of the outcome of the research. Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi stated that the removal of the vendor permit cap will allow vendors to now operate legally and spoke regarding the importance of an education campaign about the changes. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the allowed use in the Downtown area, east of the railroad tracks, in the Downtown mixed use zone. Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:28 p.m. JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding comments he had received from a few of the Chamber members. He stated that there is concern that if the cap is removed, there will be an up-tick in un-permitted vendors and further that there is concern whether adequate enforcement will be provided. He further stated that he will share names of the concerned Chamber members who are willing to meet with the City in order to keep the existing businesses successful and keep the public safe. He spoke regarding the continued support of brick and mortar restaurants, the importance of education and outreach about the approval process, the willingness of the Chamber to host outreach meetings, and the speedy approval of vendors who have been on the waiting list. There being no further public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:33 p.m.
  53. 37 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  54. 37 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to introduce Ordinance No. ____ 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. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: Council Member Nakanishi Absent: None
  55. 40 Budget Manager Jennelle Baker introduced Jamie Bandy, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer and Purchasing Officer and then provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding revisions to the Purchasing Policy including local vendor preference, purchasing authority updates, and enhanced procurement procedures. Specific topics of discussion included background, purpose of revisions, review process, major policy changes overview, Local Vendor Preference Program, benchmarking other agencies, proposed local preference, purchasing authority increases, internal controls remain, Purchasing Officer role, Public Works threshold updates, proposed vehicle threshold, stronger procurement documentation, additional policy enhancements, and recommendation. In response to Mayor Yepez, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding maintenance of data related to City purchases and quarterly updates on purchases. Following discussion regarding purchasing report options, City Manager Reddig stated staff will review options and email Council regarding recommendations. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Attorney Luebberke provided information regarding the balance between inclusiveness and specificity in policies. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding (1) the importance of having a Purchasing Officer and centralized procurement; (2) the importance of the Local Vendor Preference Program and the need for a list of local vendors to be compiled for the "Exception to Bidding" category to create opportunities for local vendors to compete for those contracts; (3) the need for the website portal for RFPs and the bid process to be more robust, with all departments listing their bid or procurement opportunities. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker and City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the CalCard Use Policy and sanctions related to misuse. JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of the Local Procurement Policy and the enhancement of the website portal. He further stated that the Chamber is available to notify local businesses about the process of bidding for City projects. Mayor Yepez spoke regarding plans for an informal meeting for local businesses about the City bidding process.
  56. 41 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to approve revisions to the Purchasing Policy including local vendor preference, purchasing authority updates, and enhanced procurement procedures. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  57. 43 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential General Services group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management), background, CalPERS required contract amendment, required resolutions for CalPERS, anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026 rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026, employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing, August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract, October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date, and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share, and staff recommendation.
  58. 44 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-____ amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential General Services group. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: Council Member Nakanishi NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi left the dais prior to the vote.
  59. 46 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential Mid-Management group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management), background, CalPERS required contract amendment, required resolutions for CalPERS, anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026 rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026, employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing, August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract, October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date, and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share, and staff recommendation.
  60. 47 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-___ Amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential Mid-Management group. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: Council Member Nakanishi NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi left the dais prior to the vote.
  61. 49 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Council Appointees group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management), background, CalPERS required contract amendment, required resolutions for CalPERS, anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026 rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026, employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing, August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract, October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date, and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share, and staff recommendation.
  62. 50 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-__ amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Council Appointees group. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: Council Member Nakanishi NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi left the dais prior to the vote.
  63. 52 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Executive Management group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management), background, CalPERS required contract amendment, required resolutions for CalPERS, anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026 rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026, employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing, August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract, October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date, and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share, and staff recommendation.
  64. 53 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-___ amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Executive Management group. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  65. 55 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Police Executive Management group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management), background, CalPERS required contract amendment, required resolutions for CalPERS, anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026 rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026, employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing, August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract, October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date, and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share, and staff recommendation.
  66. 56 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-____ amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Police Executive Management group. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  67. 58 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the salary schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.7 and G.8, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each employee group. Specific topics of discussion included background, salary schedule for each Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), March 18, 2026 resolution adopting salary schedules showed incorrect information, effected classifications in AFSCME Maintenance and Operators Unit and AFSCME General Services Unit, and staff recommendation.
  68. 59 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-__ amending the Salary Schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  69. 61 Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the salary schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.7 and G.8, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each employee group. Specific topics of discussion included background, salary schedule for each Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), March 18, 2026 resolution adopting salary schedules showed incorrect information , effected classifications in AFSCME Maintenance and Operators Unit and AFSCME General Services Unit, and staff recommendation.
  70. 62 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-____ amending the salary schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  71. 64 City Clerk Nashed provided a presentation regarding the approval of a policy regarding the disruption of telephonic or internet service during City Council meetings, per Senate Bill 707. Specific topics of discussion included background, Senate Bill 707's addition of requirements to the Brown Act, reinstitution of remote public participation in City Council meetings, reinstitution of translation services of the agenda and in-person attendees, required adoption by July 1, 2026 of a disruption policy, policy to be enacted to ensure that remote participation and in-person participation does not impede City Council conduction of business, required adoption of a policy in case of disruption in the two-way telephonic participation, proposed policy providing for action for Council to take in case of a disruption to Zoom, policy states Council must recess for an hour to allow time for the issue to be resolved and then make a decision on whether to reconvene in open session or to adjourn to a different day, policy addressing steps to address in-person or on-line disruption. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Clerk Nashed confirmed the policy would apply to any Council meeting requiring public notice. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed confirmed if there is a disruption in remote two-way participation, Council must wait an hour before either continuing or adjourning the meeting.
  72. 65 Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-___ approving a policy regarding disruption of telephonic or internet service during City Council meetings, per Senate Bill 707. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None Absent: None
  73. 68 Council Member Craig-Hensley read a statement regarding Mr. John Ledbetter and his service to the Lodi community. There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:22 p.m., in memory of John Ledbetter, a respected leader in California's winegrape industry and active member of the Lodi community, who passed away on June 23, 2026.
  74. 69 ATTEST: Olivia Nashed City Clerk