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May 20, 2026 ·7:00 PM Final

Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi

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Agenda — 65 items

  1. 1 6:55 p.m. Invocation/Call to Civic Responsibility.
  2. 2 NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL COMMENCE NO SOONER THAN 7:00 P.M.
  3. A. Call to Order / Roll Call
  4. B. Presentations
  5. 4 Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation proclaiming the month of May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in the City of Lodi, in honor of retired Police Officer Chuck Fromm who recently lost his battle with ALS, to Lodi Police Chief Rick Garcia and ALS advocate Tere Wilson.
  6. B.1 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Month of May 2026 as ALS Awareness Month in Lodi (PD) 26-243
  7. B.2 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to Booster of Boys and Girls Sports (CLK) 26-247
  8. 6 Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check in the amount of $5,000 to the Booster of Boys and Girls Sports (BOBS) to be utilized for the restoration of the Salas Park concession stand.
  9. B.3 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to the Lodi Chaplaincy Association (CLK) 26-249
  10. B.4 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to the Lodi Police PARTNERS Foundation (CLK) 26-248
  11. 8 Council Member Bregman presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check in the amount of $5,000 to be utilized for training to Chaplain Coordinator Chet Somera, Dan Lane and Scott Delay representing the Lodi Chaplaincy Association.
  12. C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
  13. C.1 Approve Minutes a) January 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) b) January 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) c) January 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) d) January 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) e) January 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) f) February 6, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) g) February 13, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) h) February 20, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) i) February 27, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) j) March 5, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) k) March 12, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) l) March 19, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) m) March 26, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) 26-235
  14. 10 Council Member Bregman presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check in the amount of $15,000 to be utilized for the purchase of a new pickup to the Lodi Police PARTNERS Foundation.
  15. C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 4 with Granicus, LLC, for an Additional Three-Year Term, In an Amount Not to Exceed $189,271.31 (CLK) 26-251
  16. C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 4 with Complete Paperless Solutions for Records Management Services for a Total not to Exceed $74,332.10 (CLK) 26-252
  17. 12 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, 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
  18. C.4 Authorize City Clerk to Grant Request for Leave to Present Late Claim, by Misheel Chuluun, Pursuant to Government Code Section 911.6(a) (CA) 26-216
  19. C.5 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Reimagined Housing on Main (Phase 2) (CD) 26-177
  20. 14 The minutes of January 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), January 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), January 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), January 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), January 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), February 6, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), February 13, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), February 20, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), February 27, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), March 5, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), March 12, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), and March 26, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) were approved as written.
  21. C.6 Adopt a Resolution of the Lodi City Council Accepting the Lodi Fire Department’s Annual Compliance Report Regarding Hotel, Apartment, and School Inspections as Mandated by Senate Bill No. 1205 (FD) 26-199
  22. C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 for the Professional Services Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners LLC, to Perform Recruitment Services for a Total Agreement Not-To-Exceed $72,500 (IS - HR) 26-246
  23. 16 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-97 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 with Granicus, LLC, for an additional three-year term, in an amount not to exceed $189,271.31.
  24. C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Waive the Bid Process, Purchase Four (4) John Deere Pro Gator 2030A Diesel Model Utility Vehicles from BELKORP AG of Stockton, California Using Cooperative Agreement with Sourcewell Grounds Maintenance Equipment Contract #112624- DAC and Appropriate Funds ($180,000) (PRCS) 26-209
  25. C.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Lodi Police Department to Participate in the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC)-Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Grant Program Approving the Execution of the Grant Documents by the Chief of Police on Behalf of the City of Lodi and Appropriating Funds ($30,000) (PD) 26-195
  26. 18 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. Council Member Craig Hensley stated that she had the same comment for Items C.3, C.8, and C.10, which is the update on the procurement ordinance. She would prefer that contracts are routinely brought back for rebid after five years, rather than renewing for longer periods and that the City should prioritize the patronage of local and small business. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Acting City Manager Jaromay provided an update on the procurement ordinance review. City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding the renewal of the Complete Paperless Solutions contract. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-98 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Complete Paperless Solutions for records management services for a total not-to-exceed amount of $74,332.10.
  27. C.10 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Purchase and Installation of Office Systems Furniture from Durst Contract Interiors, of Stockton, to Furnish the New Animal Services Facility, in the Amount of $99,843.78 (PD) 26-242
  28. C.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Additional Change Orders to the White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Associated Improvements Project ($700,000) and Appropriate Funds ($1,300,000) and Authorizing Electric Utility to Obtain Bids and Purchase Power Cable from Lowest Responsive Bidder ($400,000) (PW/EU) 26-212
  29. 20 Authorized the City Clerk to grant the request for leave to present late claim, by Misheel Chuluun, pursuant to Government Code Section 911.6(a).
  30. C.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute 3-Year Professional Services Agreement with Websoft Developers, Inc., of Davis, for Public Works Asset Management Software ($233,697) (PW) 26-156
  31. C.13 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2026 Pavement Resurfacing Project, and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder, Execute Change Orders ($1,800,000 Combined) and Appropriate Funds ($1,800,000) (PW) 26-214
  32. 22 This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Yepez. In response to Mayor Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided information regarding the Reimagined Housing on Main project and the feasibility of moving the project to another location in the future. Accepted the improvements under the contract for Reimagined Housing on Main (Phase 2).
  33. C.14 Post for Vacancies and an Expiring Terms on the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (CLK) 26-259
  34. 23 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to accept the improvements under the contract for the Reimagined Housing on Main (Phase 2) project. 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: Mayor Yepez Absent: None
  35. C.15 Set a Public Hearing for June 3, 2026, to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Draft 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG) (CD) 26-230
  36. C.16 Set a Public Hearing for June 3, 2026 to Consider a Resolution Adopting the Downtown Specific Plan (CD) 26-036
  37. 25 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-99 of the Lodi City Council accepting the Lodi Fire Department’s Annual Compliance Report regarding hotel, apartment, and school inspections as mandated by Senate Bill No. 1205.
  38. C.17 Set a Public Hearing for June 3, 2026, to Conduct the Annual Review of Ordinance 2001, Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.26, and Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Annual Review and Report of the Military Equipment Use Policy (PD) 26-237
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  40. 27 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-100 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 for the Professional Services Agreement with Mosaic Public Partners, LLC, to perform recruitment services for a total agreement not to exceed $72,500.
  41. D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items
  42. 29 THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON-AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
  43. 29 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. Council Member Craig Hensley stated that she had the same comment for Items C.3, C.8, and C.10, which is the update on the procurement ordinance. She would prefer that contracts are routinely brought back for rebid after five years, rather than renewing for longer periods and that the City should prioritize the patronage of local and small business. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensely, Acting City Manager Jaromay provided an update on the procurement ordinance review. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-101 authorizing the Interim City Manager to waive the bid process, purchase four John Deere Pro Gator 2030A diesel model utility vehicles from BELKORP AG, of Stockton, using cooperative agreement with Sourcewell Grounds Maintenance Equipment Contract No. 112624- DAC and appropriating funds in the amount of $180,000.
  44. E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
  45. F. Public Hearings - None
  46. 31 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-102 authorizing the Lodi Police Department to participate in the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) - Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) grant program, approving the execution of the grant documents by the Chief of Police on behalf of the City of Lodi and appropriating funds in the amount of $30,000.
  47. G. Regular Calendar
  48. G.1 Receive and File City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024/25 by LSL, LLP (IS - FIN) 26-217
  49. 33 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. Council Member Craig Hensley stated that she had the same comment for Items C.3, C.8, and C.10, which is the update on the procurement ordinance. She would prefer that contracts are routinely brought back for rebid after five years, rather than renewing for longer periods and that the City should prioritize the patronage of local and small business. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensely, Acting City Manager Jaromay provided an update on the procurement ordinance review. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2026-103 authorizing the purchase and installation of office systems furniture from Durst Contract Interiors, of Stockton, to furnish the new Animal Services Facility, in the amount of $99,843.78.
  50. G.2 Receive Presentation Regarding Fiscal Year 2026/27 Enterprise, Special Revenue and Capital Outlay (IS - BUD) 26-250
  51. H. Ordinances - None
  52. 35 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-104 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute additional change orders to the White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Associated Improvements Project, in the amount of $700,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $1,300,000, and authorizing the Electric Utility Department to obtain bids and purchase power cable from the lowest responsive bidder, in an amount not to exceed $400,000.
  53. I. Adjournment
  54. 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. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  55. 37 Adopted Resolution No. 2026-105 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a three-year Professional Services Agreement with Websoft Developers, Inc., of Davis, for Public Works Asset Management Software, in the amount of $233,697.
  56. 39 Approved the plans and specifications and authorized the advertisement for bids for the 2026 Pavement Resurfacing Project and adopted Resolution No. 2026-106 authorizing the Interim City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, execute change orders in a combined amount not to exceed $1,800,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $1,800,000.
  57. 41 Directed the City Clerk to post for the following vacancies and expiring terms. POSTINGS: Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission - Student Members Ansley Chen – Term to expire June 1, 2027 Scott Spencer – Term to expire June 1, 2027 Kaitlyn Armknecht – Term to expire June 1, 2026 Maisie McCosker – Term to expire June 1, 2026 Gavin Moran – Term to expire June 1, 2026 Katherine LeStrange – Term to expire June 1, 2026 Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission - Adult Advisor Molly R. Wahl – Term to expire June 1, 2026
  58. 43 Set a public hearing for June 3, 2026, to consider adopting a resolution approving the Draft 2026-2027 Annual Action Plan for the Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG).
  59. 45 Set a public hearing for June 3, 2026 to consider a resolution adopting the Downtown Specific Plan.
  60. 47 Set a public hearing for June 3, 2026, to conduct the Annual Review of Ordinance 2001, Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.26, and consider adopting a resolution approving the Annual Review and Report of the Military Equipment Use Policy.
  61. 49 Randy Stewart, a member of the public, spoke regarding
  62. 51 Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding Small Business Week activities and thanked the Police Department for signage on Laurel Avenue. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Parks and Recreation Director Christina Jaromay provided an update on the Lodi Lake Nature Area and the recent demise of deer in the area. Council Member Craig-Hensley also spoke regarding the recent traffic deaths that occurred at the Highway 99/Harney Lane underpass and noted that the City is currently using Measure K funds to increase traffic safety in that area. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Parks and Recreation Director Jaromay provided information regarding deer signage at the Lodi Lake Nature Area. Council Member Bregman spoke regarding public comment he has received about data centers, lease options for the White Slough acreage, the future connection from the hydrogen hub to PG&E, and an upcoming townhall meeting that he will be hosting at the Chamber of Commerce on the topic of animal services provided by the City.
  63. 55 Accounting Manager Chia Lor provided a brief introduction. Christian Townes and Jamie Lambert, of LSL, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2024/25 by LSL, LLP. Specific topics of discussion included scope of engagement, results of the audit, changes from prior year, and financial highlights. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Accounting Manager Lor confirmed that the audit was done by LSL, an outside auditor. Council Member Craig-Hensley asked to receive information regarding the difference between revenue received in the past from the business license tax versus revenue now received from business licenses. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Accounting Manager Lor provided information regarding capital assets inclusion of the value of buildings under construction. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Accounting Manager Lor, Library Director Jennifer Fontanilla, and Acting City Manager Jaromay provided information regarding the Library's investment fund, the Board of Trustees Fund, and Library fund auditing. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Accounting Manager Lor and Ms. Townes provided information regarding forensic audits. Mayor Yepez requested hard copies of the forensic audit be provided to all Council Members. There was no action required by Council on this item.
  64. 57 Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided a presentation regarding Fiscal Year 2026/27 Enterprise, Special Revenue and Capital Outlay. Specific topics of discussion included Enterprise Funds overview; Electric Utility overview, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, capital projects, vehicle requests, and equipment requests; Water Utility overview, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, capital projects, and vehicle and equipment requests; Wastewater Utility overview, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, capital projects, and vehicle requests; Transit overview, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, capital projects; and Special Revenue funds overview; Streets overview, operational vs. restricted funds, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, and Capital projects; Community Development overview, revenue highlights, and expenditure highlights; Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services overview, revenue highlights, expenditure highlights, maintenance projects (Hutchins Street Square, parks restrooms, playgrounds, service-based budget, and summary); and Library overview, revenue highlights, and expense highlights. In response to Mayor Yepez, Budget Manager Baker, and Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer provided information regarding the Electric Utility reserve target. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Electric Utility Director Berkheimer provided information regarding the lease of poles for broadband services, and diesel vehicle replacement mandates. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Electric Utility Director Berkheimer provided additional information regarding the lease fees for the Electric Utility poles and the Joint Pole Agency. In response to Mayor Yepez, Electric Utility Director Berkheimer provided information regarding the programs provided by Electric Utility. In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding PCE/TCE oversight. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Nathan and Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding Wastewater Utility intrafund transfers. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the movement of Public Works employees to the Enterprise funds. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the requested street sweeper. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information on the fluctuation of capital project funds. In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim Public Works Director Nathan and Transportation Manager Julia Tyack provided information regarding cash reserves, cash flow, and the upcoming need zero-emission buses which remains unfunded at this time. Council Member Bregman requested more detailed information regarding the Transit budget and financial status. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding funding of the EV buses being an issue for all transit agencies. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensely, Transportation Manager Tyack provided information regarding fare box revenue; use of TDA funds for Dial-a-Ride operation expenses; fare increase history; and Transit Station Parking Structure repairs, use, and security. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding use of State and Federal grants, rather than General Fund revenue, for operation of the Transit System. In response to Mayor Yepez, Transportation Manager Tyack and Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the use of Federal Transit Administration grants and Transportation Development Act funds. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding funding for street repairs and the uniform rating of streets. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding Downtown maintenance, TDA pedestrian and bike funds, Measure K funding, and Ham Lane/Turner Road traffic safety improvements. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan and Electric Utility Director Berkheimer provided information regarding repairs and improvements for Downtown trees, planters, and up-lighting. In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the transfer of Measure K funds in the Street fund. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information on alley repairs and street resurfacing. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided information on building permit trends. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Community Development Director Marsh provided information on the General Plan update as a Capital project, the related allocation, technology fee for planning applications, and streamlining procedures within the department. In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Community Development Director Marsh, City Attorney Luebberke, and Budget Manager Baker provided information on the possible reallocation of the General Plan update funds to a different use. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in support of holding a special session to discuss which areas of the General Plan need to be updated. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Parks and Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director Christina Jaromay confirmed that the Parks and Recreation Commission is informed on the PRCS budget process and stated she would provide data to Council regarding participation in Parks programs based on where participants live. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, PRCS Director Jaromay provided information regarding playground maintenance and an update on the park sponsorship program. In response to Mayor Yepez, PRCS Director Jaromay stated that the Blakely Park pool is not included in the projects listed on the report. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the General Fund contribution to the Library. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Library Director Jenny Fontanilla confirmed that Lodi is the only city within San Joaquin County to have its own library. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Library Director Fontanilla provided information regarding funds received from the Friends of the Library and the Library Foundation. In response to Mayor Yepez, Library Director Fontanilla provided information regarding expansion of Library hours. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of having the Library open when cooling centers are needed in the City. This item was informational and no action was required by Council.
  65. 60 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:00 p.m.