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October 1, 2025 ·7:00 PM Final

Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi

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Agenda — 75 items

  1. C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call
  2. 2 The City Council Closed Session meeting of October 1, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 5:34 p.m. Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Absent: None Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed
  3. C-2 Announcement of Closed Session
  4. a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (On April 12, 2025 an attorney representing City Manager Scott Carney sent the City’s outside Legal Counsel an email making legal arguments concerning certain alleged whistle blowing, and potential retaliation relating to it. The email directed the City to place a “litigation hold” on potentially related documents. This correspondence is a normal step prior to initiation of litigation and is a threat of litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9. The email is available for inspection upon request.)
  5. b) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)
  6. C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session
  7. 7 6:55 p.m. Invocation/Call to Civic Responsibility.
  8. 7 At 5:35 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:56 p.m.
  9. 8 NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL COMMENCE NO SOONER THAN 7:00 P.M.
  10. C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action
  11. 9 At 7:56 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting, and outside counsel, Adam Lindgren, of Meyers Nave, reported that City Council gave direction to schedule a Special Meeting at the next available opportunity for the full City Council and necessary staff to participate in order to commence the process of removing the City Manager from office and continuing the suspension of the City Manager from duty.
  12. A. Call to Order / Roll Call
  13. B. Presentations
  14. 11 The Regular City Council meeting of October 1, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 8:00 p.m. Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Absent: None Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed
  15. B.1 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming October 3, 2025 as National Manufacturing Day and October as Manufacturing Awareness and Appreciation Month in Lodi (ED) 25-394
  16. B.2 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of October 5-11, 2025 as “Fire Prevention Week” in Lodi (FD) 25-415
  17. B.3 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of October 13-17, 2025 as “Public Power Week” in Lodi (EU) 25-388
  18. 14 Mayor Bregman presented a proclamation to Stacey Kollmeyer Johnson, Executive Director of Manufacturers Council of the Central Valley, proclaiming October 3, 2025, as National Manufacturing Day and the month of October 2025 as Manufacturing Awareness and Appreciation Month in the City of Lodi.
  19. C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
  20. C.1 Approve Minutes a) May 21, 2025 (Regular Meeting) 25-416
  21. 16 Mayor Bregman presented a proclamation to Fire Chief Ken Johnson and Fire Marshal Ryan Smart proclaiming the week of October 5-11, 2025 as “Fire Prevention Week” in the City of Lodi.
  22. C.2 Adopt a Resolution Directing the Acting City Manager to Temporarily Increase the Time Limit from 90-Minute to 4-Hour Parking Without Penalty for the 2025 Winter Holiday at Parking Spaces in Downtown Lodi to Encourage Residents and Visitors to Visit and Buy from Local Retailers and Downtown Businesses (ED) 25-393
  23. C.3 Adopt a Resolution Waiving Bid Process, Authorizing Purchase of Power Monitoring Equipment from Power Monitors, Inc. of Mount Crawford, VA and Appropriating Funds ($12,061) (EU) 25-389
  24. 18 Mayor Bregman presented a proclamation to Electric Utility Business Analyst Michelle Cortez and crew members proclaiming the week of October 13-17, 2025 as “Public Power Week” in the City of Lodi.
  25. C.4 Adopt a Resolution Accepting and Attesting to Veracity of 2024 Lodi Electric Utility Power Source Disclosure (EU) 25-390
  26. C.5 Adopt a Resolution Approving City of Lodi Pay Schedule Dated October 1, 2025 (ISD - HR) 25-376
  27. 20 Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member 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 Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Noes: None Absent: None
  28. C.6 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Classification, Job Description, and Salary Range of the New Position of Senior Community Improvement Officer; Adding One Senior Community Improvement Officer and Deleting One Community Improvement Officer II Position in the Community Development Department and within the Department’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget After a Promotional Recruitment (ISD - HR) 25-356
  29. C.7 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying Contract with Lodi Unified School District to Provide Community Based Organization (CBO) After-School Staff Support for the Bridge Program at Five Locations During the 2025/2026 School Year, in the Amount of $651,526 and Authorize the City Manager to Approve Additional Changes for the 2025/2026 School Year in an Amount Not to Exceed $100,000, for a Total Not to Exceed $751,526 (PRCS) 25-359
  30. 22 The minutes of May 21, 2025, were approved as written.
  31. C.8 Adopt a Resolution Approving Lodi Arts Commission’s Recommendation to Select Artist Daniel Borup’s Conceptual Design Titled “Messis Copiosa” for the Art Installation Project at State Route 99 and Turner Road and Authorizing City Manager to Execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication and Installation Agreement in a Form Approved by the City Attorney (Not to Exceed $500,000) (PRCS) 25-365
  32. C.9 Adopt a Resolution Repealing Traffic Resolution No. 25-100, and Reenacting the Complete, Current Version of the Traffic Resolution Hereby Approving the Modification of Zone C Residential Permit Parking Restricted Hours from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and from 1:30 pm to 2:30 pm; Zone D Residential Permit Parking Restricted Hours from 10:00 am to 11:00 am and from 12:30 pm to 2:30 pm; and Amend Zone C Permit Parking Area to Include the West Side of Pacific Avenue from Elm Street to 110 Feet South of Elm Street (PW) 25-308
  33. 24 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-161 directing the Acting City Manager to temporarily increase the time limit from 90-minute to 4-hour parking without penalty for the 2025 winter holiday at parking spaces in Downtown Lodi to encourage residents and visitors to visit and buy from local retailers and Downtown businesses.
  34. C.10 Adopt a Resolution Awarding a Contract for Well No. 8 Abandonment to Eaton Drilling Company LLC., of Woodland California, Appropriating Funds in the amount of $65,996 to the Water Capital Account, and Authorizing Acting City Manager or Designee to Authorize Change Orders Not-To-Exceed $10,000 (PW) 25-399
  35. C.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Execute a Change Order for the Downtown Lodi Cleaning Crew Contract with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties ($55,454) (PW) 25-397
  36. 26 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-162 waiving the bid process, authorizing the purchase of power monitoring equipment from Power Monitors, Inc., of Mount Crawford, Virginia, and appropriating funds in the amount of$12,061.
  37. C.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 5 to Professional Services Agreement with ICR Refrigeration, Inc., of Lodi, for On-Call Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Services ($100,000) (PW) 25-400
  38. C.13 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 with Thatcher Company of Salt Lake City, UT, to Update Fee Schedule and Extend Term of Agreement to June 30, 2026 (PW) 25-401
  39. 28 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-163 accepting and attesting to the veracity of the 2024 Lodi Electric Utility Power Source Disclosure.
  40. C.14 Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Station Compressor Procurement and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager or Designee to Award the Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder ($500,000) (PW) 25-368
  41. C.15 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Station Improvements (Less Compressor); Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager or Designee to Award the Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder and Execute Change Orders ($700,000) (PW) 25-367
  42. 30 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-164 approving the City of Lodi Pay Schedule dated October 1, 2025.
  43. C.16 Appoint Larry Long and Aaron VanNortwick to the Parks and Recreation Commission, Gary Woehl to the Planning Commission, and Katherine LeStrange to the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (Student Commissioners); and Post for Vacancies on the Lodi Finance Committee, Lodi Arts Commission and the Lodi Improvement Committee (CLK) 25-405
  44. C.17 Set Public Hearing for October 15, 2025 to Consider Waiving the First Reading and Introducing an Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code, Title 15 (Building and Construction) Chapter 15.25, Title 17 (Development Code) Sections 17.18.040 (Residential zoning district general development standards), 17.20.030 (Commercial zoning district land uses and permit requirements), 17.22.030 (Mixed use zoning districts land uses and permit requirements), 17.24.030 (Industrial zoning district land uses and permit requirements), 17.32.040 (Number of parking spaces required), 17.36.130 (Accessory dwelling units), 17.36.220 (Tobacco retailer establishments), 17.36.230 (Alcoholic beverage sales), 17.36.240 (Problem uses), 17.40.020 (Site plan and architectural approval), 17.40.050 (Variances and administrative deviations), 17.78.020 (Definitions of specialized terms and phrases) (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-07 Z; CEQA Status: Exempt per Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378 as the Ordinance is not a project) (CD) 25-406
  45. 32 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-165 approving the classification, job description, and salary range of the new position of Senior Community Improvement Officer; adding one Senior Community Improvement Officer and deleting one Community Improvement Officer II position in the Community Development Department and within the Department’s Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget after a promotional recruitment.
  46. D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items
  47. 34 THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON-AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
  48. 34 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-166 ratifying the contract with Lodi Unified School District to provide community based organization (CBO) after-school staff support for the Bridge Program at five locations during the 2025/2026 school year, in the amount of $651,526 and authorizing the City Manager to approve additional changes for the 2025/2026 school year in an amount not to exceed $100,000, for a total not to exceed $751,526.
  49. E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
  50. F. Public Hearings
  51. 36 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-167 approving the Lodi Arts Commission’s recommendation to select artist Daniel Borup’s conceptual design titled “Messis Copiosa” for the Art Installation Project at State Route 99 and Turner Road and authorizing the City Manager to execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication and Installation Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.
  52. F.1 Public Hearing to Receive Comments on and Consider Accepting City of Lodi's Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals (PW) 25-403
  53. G. Regular Calendar
  54. 38 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-168 repealing Traffic Resolution No. 25-100, and reenacting the complete, current version of the Traffic Resolution hereby approving the modification of Zone C Residential Permit Parking restricted hours from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 1:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.; Zone D Residential Permit Parking restricted hours from 10:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m. and from 12:30 p.m. to 2:30 p.m.; and amending Zone C Permit Parking area to include the west side of Pacific Avenue from Elm Street to 110 feet south of Elm Street.
  55. G.1 Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter Quarterly Update (CD) 25-375
  56. G.2 Adopt a Resolution to Approve Service Level Specifications and Authorize the Community Development Director to Release a Request for Proposal for Operating the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter (CD) 25-387
  57. 40 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-169 awarding a contract for the Well No. 8 Abandonment Project to Eaton Drilling Company, LLC, of Woodland, appropriating funds in the amount of $65,996 to the Water Capital Account, and authorizing the Acting City Manager or designee to authorize change orders in an amount not to exceed $10,000.
  58. H. Ordinances - None
  59. I. Adjournment
  60. 42 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she is pleased to see this item for additional alley cleaning come forward. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding funding and UCP's cleaning schedule. In response to Mayor Bregman, Public Works Director Swimley provided a timeframe for Downtown sidewalk cleaning. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley and Council Member Hothi, Public Works Director Swimley provided information regarding UCP's cleaning schedule and the alley cleaning start date. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-170 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute a change order for the Downtown Lodi cleaning crew contract with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties, in the amount of $55,454.
  61. 43 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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.facebook.com/CityofLodi/. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  62. 44 This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding the HVAC contract re-bidding in 2026. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2025-171 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with ICR Refrigeration, Inc., of Lodi, for on-call heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services, in the amount of $100,000.
  63. 46 Adopted Resolution No. 2025-172 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 with Thatcher Company, of Salt Lake City, Utah, to update the fee schedule and extend the term of the agreement to June 30, 2026.
  64. 48 Authorized advertisement for bids for the Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Station Compressor Procurement and adopted Resolution No. 2025-173 authorizing the Acting City Manager or designee to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, in an amount not to exceed $500,000.
  65. 50 Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Fueling Station Improvements (less compressor); adopted Resolution No. 2025-174 authorizing the Acting City Manager or designee to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder and execute change orders in an amount not to exceed $700,000.
  66. 52 Directed the City Clerk to make the following appointments and post for the following vacancies. APPOINTMENTS: Parks and Recreation Commission Larry Long - Term to expire June 30, 2029 Aaron VanNortwick - Term to expire June 30, 2029 Planning Commission Gary Woehl - Term to expire July 1, 2029 Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (Student Commissioners) Katherine LeStrange - Term to expire May 31, 2026 POSTINGS: Lodi Finance Committee One vacancy - Term to expire November 1, 2026 Lodi Arts Commission One vacancy - Term to expire July 1, 2027 Lodi Improvement Committee One vacancy - Term to expire March 1, 2026 Following approval of the Consent Calendar, City Clerk Nashed administered the Oath of Office to Larry Long and Aaron VanNortwick, appointees to the Parks and Recreation Commission; Gary Woeh, appointee to the Planning Commission; and Katherine LeStrange, appointee to the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (Student Commissioner).
  67. 54 This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Bregman. Mayor Bregman stated he was happy to see this item on the agenda. In response to Mayor Bregman, Community Development Director John Della Monica spoke regarding the benefits of this ordinance, which includes Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) regulation and enforcement, preventing tobacco sales to minors, and limiting the number of mini-marts in Lodi. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information on the new policy controlling the sale and distribution of tobacco products. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Set a public hearing for October 15, 2025 to consider waiving the first reading and introducing an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 15 (Building and Construction) Chapter 15.25, Title 17 (Development Code) Sections 17.18.040 (Residential zoning district general development standards), 17.20.030 (Commercial zoning district land uses and permit requirements), 17.22.030 (Mixed use zoning districts land uses and permit requirements), 17.24.030 (Industrial zoning district land uses and permit requirements), 17.32.040 (Number of parking spaces required), 17.36.130 (Accessory dwelling units), 17.36.220 (Tobacco retailer establishments), 17.36.230 (Alcoholic beverage sales), 17.36.240 (Problem uses), 17.40.020 (Site plan and architectural approval), 17.40.050 (Variances and administrative deviations), 17.78.020 (Definitions of specialized terms and phrases) (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-07 Z; CEQA Status: Exempt per Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378 as the ordinance is not a project).
  68. 56 Travis Castle, founder of a Path to Humanity, spoke regarding his organization's work with local nonprofits, free CPR classes, and job training. He presented a beehive to the Salvation Army for auction at the upcoming lobster feed fundraiser.
  69. 58 Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to move Item F.1 to the end of the agenda. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Noes: None Absent: None There were no other Council Comments on non-agenda items.
  70. 61 Per the Council vote, this item was heard at the end of the agenda. Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Bregman called for the public hearing to receive comments on and consider accepting the City of Lodi's Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals. Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided a brief introduction. Water Plant Superintendent Travis Kahrs provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the City of Lodi's Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals. Specific topics of discussion included background, report guidelines, water sources and data considered, constituents above Public Health Goal, current treatment, and compliance. Mayor Bregman opened the public hearing for public comment at 9:30 p.m. There being no public comments, Mayor Bregman closed the public hearing at 9:30 p.m. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Water Plant Superintendent Kahrs provided information regarding the levels are a goal, not a requirement, set by the State. In response to Council Member Hothi, Water Plant Superintendent Kahrs provided information regarding the City's water quality in comparison to other local jurisdictions. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Water Plant Superintendent Kahrs provided information regarding the fluctuation of percentage of water coming from groundwater and from surface water. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Water Plant Superintendent Kahrs provided information regarding the difference contaminants in well water as opposed to surface water.
  71. 62 Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to accept the City of Lodi's Report on Water Quality Relative to Public Health Goals. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Noes: None Absent: None
  72. 65 Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne, Jason McEachron, of Outreach Ministries International, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter Quarterly Update. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of the presentation, statistics, budget status overview, comments by Outreach Ministries International, the Tree to Success, and success story. Pastor Glenn Barnes, of First Baptist Church and member of the oversight committee, spoke regarding the work the Access Center is doing. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. McEachron and Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding age demographics. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. McEachron and Johnny Coughran, of Outreach Ministries International, provided information regarding employees, volunteers, and the application process for volunteer. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Coughran stated Outreach Ministries was formed in 1982. No Council action was required on this item.
  73. 67 Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the service level specifications and Request for Proposal for Operating the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of presentation, Access Center Operating Requests for Proposal (RFP), City responsibilities, Access Center RFP overview, floor plan, summary of wraparound services, procurement process, Evaluation Committee, tentative timeline, scoring rubric, and recommendation. Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information regarding the small solar system purchased through a grant which will reduce energy consumption. In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding the selection process and stated all of the top three proposers will be presented to Council. In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding the term of the contract and the tenure of Outreach Ministries International. In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne and Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding San Joaquin Council of Governments Housing Trust Fund, funding opportunities, utility billings, Work Force Education Center, the 60-bed count, medical respite, projected budget for donations, and neighborhood cleanup.
  74. 68 Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi , to adopt Resolution No. 2025-175 approving the service level specifications and authorizing the Community Development Director to release a Request for Proposal for operating the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter, including the addition of a budget line item for neighborhood cleanup. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman Noes: None Absent: None
  75. 71 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:36 p.m. ATTEST: Olivia Nashed City Clerk