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October 2, 2024 ·7:00 PM Final

Carnegie Forum 305 West Pine Street, Lodi

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Agenda — 67 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. 2 The Regular City Council meeting of October 2, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig-Hensley at 7:29 p.m. Present: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig-Hensley Absent: None Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed
  4. A. Call to Order / Roll Call
  5. B. Presentations
  6. B.1 Presentation of Arbor Day Proclamation (PRCS) 24-368
  7. 5 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Christina Jaromay and Tree Lodi President Steve Dutra proclaiming Saturday, October 12, 2024, as Arbor Day in the City of Lodi.
  8. B.2 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming October 4, 2024 as National Manufacturing Day and October as Manufacturing Awareness and Appreciation Month in Lodi (ED) 24-408
  9. B.3 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Month of September 15 - October 15, 2024 as Hispanic Heritage Month (CLK) 24-412
  10. 7 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Vijay Singh, President of Manufacturing Operation for Cepheid, and Brian Henrikson, Distribution Center Manager at Pacific Coast Producers, proclaiming October 4, 2024, as National Manufacturing Day and the month of October 2024 as Manufacturing Awareness and Appreciation Month in the City of Lodi.
  11. B.4 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of October 6-12, 2024 as “Fire Prevention Week” in Lodi (FD) 24-406
  12. B.5 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Week of October 20-26, 2024 as “Public Power Week” in Lodi (EU) 24-398
  13. 9 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Janet Vargas, of WorkNet, and Inez Ruiz and Jose Rodriguez, of El Concilio (Council for the Spanish Speaking) proclaiming the month of September 15 - October 15, 2024 as Hispanic Heritage Month in the City of Lodi.
  14. B.6 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming October 2024 as Pink Patch Project Month (PD) 24-385
  15. C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)
  16. 11 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Fire Chief Ken Johnson proclaiming the week of October 6-12, 2024 as Fire Prevention Week in the City of Lodi.
  17. C.1 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acceptance of Donations from the June N. Mills Revocable Trust to the Lodi Animal Shelter ($100,000) and Lodi Public Library ($100,000) and Appropriate Funds for Each Department’s Projects (PD/LIB) 24-399
  18. C.2 Adopt a Resolution Rescinding Resolution No. 2022-103 and Authorizing Specified Positions Monetary Settlement Authority for General Liability and Workers’ Compensation Claims (CA) 24-400
  19. 13 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer proclaiming the week of October 20-26, 2024, as Public Power Week in the City of Lodi.
  20. C.3 Adopt a Resolution consistent with Lodi Municipal Code 3.20.075 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP of Mountain View to add Long Range Financial Forecasting Services, and Determining it is in the City’s Best Interest to Dispense with Competitive Bidding Requirements. (Total Contract Not to Exceed $103,900) (CM) 24-405
  21. C.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving City of Lodi Pay Schedule Dated October 2, 2024 (HR) 24-374
  22. 15 Mayor Craig-Hensley presented a proclamation to Police Chief Ricardo Garcia, Dispatch Supervisor Tenneill Ramirez, Lead Dispatcher Jennifer Root, and Dispatcher Kelly Michaels proclaiming the month of October 2024 as Pink Patch Project Month in the City of Lodi.
  23. C.5 Adopt a Resolution Approving Arts Grants for Fiscal Year 2024-25 (PRCS) 24-371
  24. C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute a Consent to Assignment of Tow Service Contract for Police Rotational Towing Services with WOG Enterprises Inc., of Lodi, California (PD) 24-380
  25. 17 Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, 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 Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig-Hensley Noes: None Absent: None
  26. C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Chief of Police to Execute the First Amendment to the Shelter Services Agreement with The Regents of the University of California and Appropriating Funds ($12,000) (PD) 24-384
  27. C.8 Adopt a Resolution in Support of Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act (PD) 24-409
  28. 19 This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-157 authorizing the acceptance of donations from the June N. Mills Revocable Trust to the Lodi Animal Shelter, in the amount of $100,000, and to the Lodi Public Library, in the amount of $100,000, and appropriating funds for each Department’s projects.
  29. C.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with Petralogix Engineering, of Galt, for Lodi Police Department Training Facility Phase 1 Final Design ($103,150) (PW) 24-389
  30. C.10 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Improvement Agreement for the Public Improvements of Gateway South Park, Tract No. 4079 (Unit No. 3) (PW) 24-391
  31. 21 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-158 rescinding Resolution No. 2022-103 and authorizing specified positions monetary settlement authority for General Liability and Workers’ Compensation claims.
  32. C.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding between City of Lodi and San Joaquin County for Inspection Services Related to City’s Edible Food Recovery Program (PW) 24-392
  33. C.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Change Orders for the Solids Handling Facility Improvements at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility in an Amount Not-To-Exceed $150,000 (PW) 24-394
  34. 23 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-159 consistent with Lodi Municipal Code 3.20.075 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, of Mountain View, to add long range financial forecasting services, and determining it is in the City’s best interest to dispense with competitive bidding requirements, for a total contract amount not to exceed $103,900.
  35. C.13 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Waive the Bid Process and Purchase One Vac-Con Combination Jet/Vacuum Sewer Cleaner, Mounted on a Freightliner Truck Chassis, from Municipal Maintenance Equipment, Inc., of Sacramento, Utilizing the Competitively Bid Sourcewell Contract No. 101221-VAC ($803,464) (PW) 24-397
  36. C.14 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Water Meter Program Phase 9 (Multi-Family) and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager or Designee to Award the Contract to the Lowest Responsive Bidder (Not to Exceed $1,500,000), Execute Change Orders ($100,000), and Pre-Purchase the Necessary Water Meters and Data Transmitting Devices (ERTs) ($500,000) (PW) 24-393
  37. 25 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-160 approving the City of Lodi Pay Schedule dated October 2, 2024.
  38. C.15 Appoint Rick Wagner, Jateen Bhakta, Tracy Wilson, and David Myers as Adult Advisors to the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission, Kaitlyn Armknecht, Finn Moran, ClaraGrace Plath, and Gavin Moran as Youth Commissioners to the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission, Caitlyn Casey and Frank Kooger to the Library Board of Trustees, Trenton Diel to the Planning Commission, Nancy Mellor and Kelli Perrault to the Lodi Arts Commission, and Sierra Brucia and Mark Chandler to the Personnel Board of Review (CLK) 24-414
  39. D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items
  40. 27 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-161 approving Arts Grants for Fiscal Year 2024-25.
  41. 28 THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON-AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.
  42. E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items
  43. 29 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-162 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Consent to Assignment of Tow Service Contract for Police Rotational Towing Services with WOG Enterprises, Inc., of Lodi.
  44. F. Public Hearings
  45. F.1 Public Hearing to Consider an Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 8.04 “Outdoor and Tent Assemblies,” Chapter 9.08 Article II “Trespassing And Loitering,” Section 12.04.010 “Definitions Section 12.04.060 “Required,” Section 12.12.010 “Definitions,” Section 12.12.050 “Entering Closed Areas,” Section 12.12.170 “Structures,” Section 12.12.255 “Lodi Lake Nature Area-Prohibited Activities,” Section 12.12.420 “Skate Park Regulations,” Section 12.12.430 “Violations,” and Chapter 15.52 Camp Cars and Trailer Camps to Regulate Unauthorized Camping in the City (CD) 24-401
  46. 31 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-163 authorizing the Chief of Police to execute the First Amendment to the Shelter Services Agreement with The Regents of the University of California and appropriating funds in the amount of $12,000.
  47. 32 page break
  48. G. Regular Calendar
  49. 33 Sandy Richards, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for discussion. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Adopted Resolution No. 2024-164 in support of Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act.
  50. G.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving a Side-Letter Agreement with Lodi Police Dispatchers Association to Expand Bilingual Testing to Include Additional Languages (HR) 24-342
  51. G.2 Receive Presentation on Federal Lead and Copper Rule Revisions (PW) 24-404
  52. 35 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-165 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with Petralogix Engineering, of Galt, for Lodi Police Department Training Facility Phase 1 Final Design, in the amount of $103,150.
  53. H. Ordinances - None
  54. I. Adjournment
  55. 37 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-166 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Improvement Agreement for the Public Improvements of Gateway South Park, Tract No. 4079 (Unit No. 3).
  56. 38 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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/. -----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
  57. 39 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-167 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between City of Lodi and San Joaquin County for inspection services related to the City’s Edible Food Recovery Program.
  58. 41 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-168 authorizing the City Manager to execute change orders for the Solids Handling Facility Improvements Project at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility, in an amount not to exceed $150,000.
  59. 43 Adopted Resolution No. 2024-169 authorizing the City Manager to waive the bid process and purchase one Vac-Con combination jet/vacuum sewer cleaner, mounted on a Freightliner truck chassis, from Municipal Maintenance Equipment, Inc., of Sacramento, utilizing the competitively-bid Sourcewell Contract No. 101221-VAC, in the amount of $803,464.
  60. 45 Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the Water Meter Program Phase 9 (Multi-Family) and adopted Resolution No. 2024-170 authorizing the City Manager or designee to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder in an amount not to exceed $1,500,000, execute change orders in an amount not to exceed $100,000, and pre-purchase the necessary water meters and data transmitting devices (ERTs), in the amount of $500,000.
  61. 47 This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman. This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar. Directed the City Clerk to make the following appointments. APPOINTMENTS: Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (Adult Advisors) Rick Wagner – Term to expire May 31, 2027 Jateen Bhakta – Term to expire May 31, 2027 Tracy Wilson – Term to expire May 31, 2027 David Myers – Term to expire May 31, 2027 Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (Student Members) Kaitlyn Armknecht – Term to expire May 31, 2026 Finn Moran – Term to expire May 31, 2026 ClaraGrace Plath – Term to expire May 31, 2026 Gavin Moran – Term to expire May 31, 2026 Library Board of Trustees Caitlyn Casey – Term to expire June 30, 2027 Frank Kooger – Term to expire June 30, 2027 Planning Commission Trenton Diel – Term to expire July 1, 2028 Lodi Arts Commission Nancy Mellor – Term to expire July 1, 2027 Kelli Perrault – Term to expire July 1, 2027 Personnel Board of Review Sierra Brucia – Term to expire January 1, 2027 Mark Chandler – Term to expire January 1, 2027
  62. 54 Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Craig-Hensley called for the public hearing to consider an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 8.04 “Outdoor and Tent Assemblies,” Chapter 9.08 Article II “Trespassing And Loitering,” Section 12.04.010 “Definitions Section 12.04.060 “Required,” Section 12.12.010 “Definitions,” Section 12.12.050 “Entering Closed Areas,” Section 12.12.170 “Structures,” Section 12.12.255 “Lodi Lake Nature Area-Prohibited Activities,” Section 12.12.420 “Skate Park Regulations,” Section 12.12.430 “Violations,” and Chapter 15.52 "Camp Cars and Trailer Camps" to regulate unauthorized camping in the City. _____ provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding ordinance revisions to regulate unauthorized camping in the City. Specific topics of discussion included ______________________. Mayor Craig-Hensley opened the public hearing for public comment at 9:05 p.m. Mr. Rodae There being no further public comments, Mayor Craig-Hensley closed the public hearing at 9:14 p.m.
  63. 55 Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi to continue this item until the next Council meeting. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig-Hensley Noes: None Absent: None
  64. 58 _______ provided a presentation regarding a Side-Letter Agreement with Lodi Police Dispatchers Association to expand bilingual testing to include additional languages. Specific topics of discussion included ________.
  65. 59 Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Yepez, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-171 approving a Side-Letter Agreement with Lodi Police Dispatchers Association to expand bilingual testing to include additional languages. VOTE: The above motion carried by the following vote: Ayes: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig-Hensley Noes: None Absent: None
  66. 61 ________ provided a presentation regarding Federal lead and copper rule revisions. Specific topics of discussion included ________. No Council action was required on this item.
  67. 64 There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:56 p.m. ATTEST: Olivia Nashed City Clerk