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July 7, 2025 ·6:00 PM Final

City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340

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Agenda — 70 items

  1. 1 Closed Session at 5:00 PM / Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
  2. 2 NOTICE TO PUBLIC/AVISO AL PÚBLICO/CEEB TOOM RAU PEJ XEEM
  3. 3 WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL/BIENVENIDO A LA REUNIÓN DEL CONCILIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MERCED/ZOO SIAB TXAIS TOS KOJ TUAJ RAU HAUV CITY COUNCIL LUB ROOJ SAB LAJ
  4. 4 At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is available for review on the City’s website at www.cityofmerced.org or at the City Clerk’s Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council Chamber. Al menos 72 horas antes de cada reunión regular del Concejo Municipal, un paquete de agenda complete está disponible para su revisión en el sitio web de la Ciudad en www.cityofmerced.org o en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. Todos los registros públicos relacionados con un artículo de sesión abierta que se distribuyen a la mayoría del Concejo estarán disponibles para inspección pública en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad durante el horario comercial habitual. La traducción al español y al Hmong está disponible en todas la reuniones regulares. Los dispositivos auditivos asistidos están disponibles para las reuniones que se celebran en el Salón del Consejo. Sai kawg yuav tsum yog li 72 teev ua ntej rau txhua lub rooj sib tham ntawm cov Nom Tswv (City Council), yeej muaj tag nrho pob ntawv qhia txog tias rau cov neeg los nyeem hauv lub Nroog (City) qhov website www.cityofmerced.org los sis nyob rau ntawm City Clerk’s lub Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. Tas nrho cov ntaub ntawv teev tseg no yuav muab rau cov Nom Tswv ntawm kev sab laj pub rau tsoom pej xeem sawv daws los nyeem nyob rau hauv City Clerk’s lub Office thaum lub caij ua hauj lwm. Muaj txhais lus Mev thiab lus Hmoob. Cov cuab yeej pab kom hnov lus muaj nyob rau ntawm cov Nom Tswv qhov chaw sib tham Council Chamber
  5. 5 PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK/COMENTARIO DEL PÚBLICO / KEV HLOOV RAU TEJ PEJ XEEM TXOG KEV TAWM SUAB, NCAUS LUS:
  6. 6 Members of the audience who wish to address the City Council are requested to complete a speaker card available at the podium in the back of the Council Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the City Clerk before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins. Material may be emailed to cityclerk@cityofmerced.org no later than 1 PM on the day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example, Public Hearing item #, Consent item #, or Public Comments. Material received before the deadline will be sent to the City Council and will be part of the record and will be mentioned as part of the Written Petitions and Communications portion of the agenda. Any emails received by the 1PM deadline will be posted on the City's website at www.cityofmerced.org /departments/city-clerk/council-meetings. Any correspondence received after the 1PM deadline will be distributed to the City Council and retained for the official record. To view video (if available) or listen to the City Council meeting live, go to the City’s website www.cityofmerced.org, Facebook Live, or Comcast Public Access Channel 96. Los miembros de la audiencia que deseen dirigirse al Ayuntamiento deben completar una tarjeta de orador disponible en el podio en la parte de atrás de la Cámara del Concejo. Envíe la tarjeta completa al secretario de la ciudad antes de que se llame al artículo, preferiblemente antes de que comience la reunión. El material puede enviarse por correo electrónico a cityclerk@cityofmerced.org a más tardar a la 1 p.m. del día de la reunión. Especifique qué parte de la agenda está comentando, por ejemplo, el punto # de la audiencia pública, el punto # de consentimiento o los comentarios públicos. El material recibido antes de la fecha límite se enviará al Concejo Municipal y formará parte del registro y se mencionará como parte de la parte de Peticiones y Comunicaciones Escritas de la agenda. Todos los correos electrónicos recibidos antes de la fecha límite de la 1 p.m. se publicarán en el sitio web de la Ciudad en www.cityofmerced.org/ departments/city-clerk/council-meetings. Cualquier correspondencia recibida después de la 1 p.m. se distribuirá al Concejo Municipal y se conservará para el registro oficial. Para ver el video (si está disponible) o escuchar la reunión del Concejo Municipal en vivo, visite el sitio web de la ciudad www.cityofmerced.org, Facebook Live o Comcast Public Access Canal 96. Cov pej xeem los koom lub rooj sib tham uas xav tawm suab rau lub nroog cov Nom Tswv (City Council) muaj feem los sau ntawv hauv daim ntawv tawm suab nyob ntawm lub sam thiaj hais lus sab xis ntawm Council Chamber. Thov xa daim ntawv tawm suab no rau tus City Clerk ua ntej lub sij hawm rooj sab laj pib. Cov ntaub ntawv tuaj yeem xa email tau rau ntawm cityclerk@cityofmerced.org tsis pub dhau li 1 PM rau hnub lub rooj yuav sib tham. Thov qhia kom meej tias nqe twg ntawd cov txheej txheem koj xav tawm tswv yim rau, piv txwv li, Cov Lus Hais hais rau pej xeem ntawd yog nqe twg #, Cov Lus Pom Zoo ntawd yog nqe twg #. los yog cov lus tso rau Pej Xeem tawm tswv yim rau. Cov ntaub ntawv tau txais ua ntej hnub kawg yuav xa mus rau cov Nom Tswv City Council thiab yuav yog ib feem ntawm cov ntaub ntawv khaws tseg thiab yuav raug hais raws li ib feem ntawm kev sau ntawv thov tuaj thiab kev sib hais ntawm cov txheej txheem. Txhua qhov email tau txais 1 PM ntawd yuav muab tso rau hauv Lub Nroog qhov website ntawm www.cityofmerced.org /departments/city-clerk/council-meetings. Txhua tsab ntawv uas tau txais tom qab 1 PM lawm yuav muab xa rau cov Nom Tswv City Council thiab yuav khaws tseg rau hauv cov ntaub ntawv cai. Yog koj xav saib video (thaum muaj) los sis mloog cov Nom Tswv (City Council) kev sib tham, mus saib hauv City’s website www.cityofmerced.org, Facebook Live, los sis Comcast Public Access Channel 96.
  7. A. CLOSED SESSION ROLL CALL
  8. B. CLOSED SESSION
  9. 9 The legislative body shall provide the public with an opportunity to address the body on any item described in Closed Session [Government Code Section 54954.3(a)].
  10. B.1. SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION City of Merced v. California Department of Fish and Wildlife, et al. MSC Case No. 23CV-03845 Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) 25-631
  11. B.2. SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation. One (1) potential case. Pursuant to California Government Code Section Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2) 25-632
  12. C. CALL TO ORDER
  13. C.1. Invocation - Monika Grasley, Lifeline CDC
  14. C.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
  15. 14 Approval of the Consent Agenda approved the Consent Agenda Pass
  16. D. ROLL CALL
  17. D.1. In accordance with Government Code 54952.3, it is hereby announced that the City Council sits either simultaneously or serially as the Parking Authority, the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority, and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. City Council members receive a monthly stipend of $500.00 by Charter for sitting as the City Council; and the Mayor receives an additional $100.00 each month as a part of the adopted budget and Resolution 2024-78. The members of the Parking Authority, the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority, and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency receive no compensation.
  18. E. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
  19. F. WRITTEN PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS ▶ jump to 5:00
  20. G. PUBLIC COMMENT ▶ jump to 5:40
  21. 20 Members of the public who wish to speak on any matter not listed on the agenda may speak during this portion of the meeting and will be allotted 3 minutes. The Mayor may propose a further limit to the time available for all speakers at the discretion of the City Council, in order to accommodate as many speakers as possible. State law prohibits the City Council from acting at this meeting on any matter raised during the public comment period. Members of the public who wish to speak on a matter that is listed on the agenda will be called upon to speak during discussion of that item.
  22. H. CONSENT CALENDAR ▶ jump to 32:00
  23. 22 Adoption of the Consent Calendar may be made by one motion of the City Council, provided that any Council member, individual, or organization may request removal of an item from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. If a request for removal of an item from the Consent Calendar has been received, the item will be discussed and voted on separately.
  24. H.1. SUBJECT: Reading by Title of All Ordinances and Resolutions REPORT IN BRIEF Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and a summary title may be read with further reading waived. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion waiving the reading of Ordinances and Resolutions, pursuant to Section 412 of the Merced City Charter. 25-573 approved Pass
  25. H.2. SUBJECT: Information Only Contracts for the Month of June 2025 REPORT IN BRIEF Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $38,000 and of Public Works contracts under $85,161. 25-616 approved Pass
  26. H.3. SUBJECT: Information Only - Traffic Committee Minutes of March 11, 2025 RECOMMENDATION For information only. 25-577 approved Pass
  27. H.4. SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of March 3, 2025, and March 17, 2025 REPORT IN BRIEF Official adoption of previously held meeting minutes. RECOMMENDATION City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - Adopt a motion approving the meeting minutes of March 3, 2025, and March 17, 2025. 25-618 approved Pass
  28. H.5. SUBJECT: Approval of the Third Amendment with California Public Policy Group for Legislative Advocacy and the Second Amendment with California Public Policy Group for Grant Writing Services for a Total Amount not to Exceed $267,500 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the Third Amendment with California Public Policy Group (CPPG) for legislative advocacy and the Second Amendment with CPPG for grant writing services for a total amount not to exceed $267,000. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving a Third Amendment to Services Agreement with CPPG for legislative advocacy in an amount not to exceed $201,000; and, B. Approving a Second Amendment to Services Agreement with CPPG for grant writing services in an amount not to exceed $66,500; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-607 approved Pass ▶ jump to 35:00
  29. H.6. SUBJECT: Approval of a Resolution Declaring the Infeasibility of Using Public Bidding to Purchase Certain Vehicles and Authorizing Limited Direct Purchases REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a Resolution declaring the infeasibility of using Public Bidding to Purchase certain vehicles and authorizing limited direct purchases RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion approving Resolution 2025-46, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Declaring the Infeasibility of using Public Bidding to Purchase certain Vehicles and Authorizing Limited Direct Purchases. 25-619 approved Pass
  30. H.7. SUBJECT: Request to Approve the Recreation and Parks Commission’s Recommendation to Amending Service Agreements for Use of Central Youth Center by Restorative Justice League and Challenged Family Resource Center and Use of McNamara Youth Center by LifeLine CDC for an Additional Three-Year Term with the Potential to Extend Two Additional Years, not to Exceed 5 Consecutive Years REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the Recreation and Parks Commission’s recommendation to amend service agreements for use of Central Youth Center by Restorative Justice League and Challenged Family Resource Center and use of McNamara Youth Center by LifeLine CDC for a Three-Year Term with the potential to extend two additional years for a not to exceed 5-year term. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving a service agreement with Restorative Justice League for youth programming at the Central Youth Center for a three-year term; and, B. Approving a service agreement with Challenged Family Resource Center for youth programming at the Central Youth Center for a three-year term; and, C. Approving a service agreement with Lifeline CDC for youth programming at the McNamara Youth Center for a three-year term; and, D. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-334 approved Pass ▶ jump to 49:01
  31. H.8. SUBJECT: Approval of Street Closure Request #25-0016 by the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to Host a Vendor Fair Event (El Mercado), Located on N Street Between W. Main Street and W. 19th Street and a Western Portion of W. 18th Street, Between N Street and M Street, on Thursday, July 10, 2025, Thursday September 04, 2025, and Thursday November 06, 2025, All Dates From 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Consideration of a Request for a City of Merced Co-Sponsorship REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a request by the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for the closure and use of City streets on Thursday, July 10, 2025, Thursday September 04, 2025, and Thursday, November 06, 2025, for a Vendor Fair Event (El Mercado). The request seeks approval to close N Street Between W. Main Street and W. 19th Street, and a western portion of W. 18th Street, between N Street and M Street, all dates from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The application also includes a request for City of Merced Co-Sponsorship. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the street closure of N Street between W. Main Street and W. 19th Street and a western portion of W. 18th Street, between N Street and M Street, on Thursday July 10, 2025, Thursday September 04, 2025, and Thursday, November 06, 2025, all dates from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; and, Should the City Council decide to Co-Sponsor the Event City Council - Adopt a motion: B. Approving City of Merced Co-Sponsorship at an estimated $2,085.60 per event, subject to the Conditions of Approval outlined in the Administrative Staff Report. 25-585 approved Pass
  32. H.9. SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement Between the City of Merced and the Merced Business Tourism Improvement District to Administer the Assessment Tax and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the agreement between the City of Merced and the Merced Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) to administer the Assessment Tax and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the agreement between the City of Merced and the Merced Tourism Business Improvement District to administer the Assessment Tax; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement. 25-299 approved Pass
  33. H.10. SUBJECT: Approval of Additional Contingency in the Amount of $9,160 for Additional Work Which is Reflected in Contract Change Order No. 2 with American Paving Co. for the G Street Bridge Rail Repair, Project No. CP230066 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving an increase to the contingency for additional work to paint the east and west side of the bridge railing and all four streetlights along the G Street bridge in the amount of $9,160 for Project No. CP230066 - G Street Bridge Rail Repair. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the increase in the contingency in the amount of $9,160.00 for Project No. CP230066 - G Street Bridge Rail Repair for the extra work reflected in Contract Change Order No. 2 with American Paving Company; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-588 approved Pass
  34. H.11. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process to Award a Contract with Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group Inc., for Groundwater Monitoring and Municipal Well Sampling Services in the Amount of $92,000 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the competitive bid process pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving a contract with Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group, Inc. to perform groundwater sampling services to support the City’s PCE environmental investigation for Fiscal Year 2025-26. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.4.210; and, B. Awarding a contract with Provost & Pritchard Engineering Group, Inc. for the one-year term to provide groundwater well and municipal well sampling services in the amount of $92,000; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-593 approved Pass
  35. H.12. SUBJECT: Approval of Consulting and Professional Services Contract with ControlPoint Engineering, Inc., for Software Maintenance Services Related to the City’s Water SCADA System for a Three-Year Term, not to Exceed $300,000 for the Initial Term and the not to Exceed Amount of $100,000 for the Optional One (1) Year Extension REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a three-year Consulting Agreement for software maintenance services and related tasks for the City’s SCADA system not to exceed $300,000 for the initial term. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the Consulting and Professional Services Contract with ControlPoint Engineering, Inc., for a three-year term, for up to $300,000 in the initial 3-year term and $100,000 in the optional 1-year extension term; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or designee to execute the necessary documents. 25-519 approved Pass
  36. H.13. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approve the Purchase of Parts, Equipment, and Supplies as Necessary for Public Works Maintenance and Operations Through June 30, 2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving the purchase of various parts, equipment, and supplies for Public Works maintenance and operations for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.4.210 for annual supplies and services; and, B. Approving the purchase up to $45,000 with Ag Trans Repair through June 30, 2026; and, C. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with All-Phase Electric Supply through June 30, 2026; and, D. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with AZCO Supply, Inc., through June 30, 2026; and, E. Approving the purchase up to $300,000 with Badger Meter through June 30, 2026; and, F. Approving the purchase up to $115,000 with Brisco Enterprises through June 30, 2026; and, G. Approving the purchase up to $140,000 with C&R Royal SVC, Inc. (NAPA Auto Parts) through June 30, 2026; and, H. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with California Collision, Inc. through June 30, 2026; and, I. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Central Valley Trucking through June 30, 2026; and, J. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Dom’s Electric/Merced Bearing through June 30, 2026; and, K. Approving the purchase up to $60,000 with Electric Drives, Inc. through June 30, 2026; and, L. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Evantec Supply through June 30, 2026; and, M. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with Ewing Irrigation through June 30, 2026; and, N. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Ferguson through June 30, 2026; and, O. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Fisher Scientific through June 30, 2026; and, P. Approving the purchase up to $60,000 with Flo Line Technology Inc. through June 30, 2026; and, Q. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with Flottweg Separation Technology through June 30, 2026; and, R. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Fresno Truck Center through June 30, 2026; and, S. Approving the purchase up to $300,000 with Golden State Emergency Vehicle through June 30, 2026; and, T. Approving the purchase up to $105,000 with GP Norton through June 30, 2026; and, U. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with Grainger through June 30, 2026; and, V. Approving the purchase up to $60,000 with Hach Company through June 30, 2026; and, W. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Harrison’s Collision Repair through June 30, 2026; and, X. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Harvest Technology LLC through June 30, 2026; and, Y. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Holt of California through June 30, 2026; and, Z. Approving the purchase up to $200,000 with Horizon Distributors through June 30, 2026; and, AA. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Howk Well & Equipment Co Inc. through June 30, 2026; and, AB. Approving the purchase up to $200,000 with Hydrologics through June 30, 2026; and, AC. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Industrial Electrical Company through June 30, 2026; and, AD. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with International Coatings through June 30, 2026; and, AE. Approving the purchase up to $170,000 with Interstate Truck Center through June 30, 2026; and, AF. Approving the purchase up to $250,000 with Jam Services through June 30, 2026; and, AG. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Jorgensen & Sons, Inc., through June 30, 2026; and, AH. Approving the purchase up to $125,000 with Kellogg’s Supply through June 30, 2026; and, AI. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Martin Marietta Materials through June 30, 2026; and, AJ. Approving the purchase up to $60,000 with McAuley Motors through June 30, 2026; and, AK. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with McCain Traffic Supply through June 30, 2026; and, AL. Approving the purchase up to $110,000 with Mclaughlin Waste Equipment through June 30, 2026; and, AM. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Meister Sealcoat & Supplies LLC through June 30, 2026; and, AN. Approving the purchase up to $150,000 with Merced Truck and Trailer through June 30, 2026; and, AO. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Municipal Maintenance Equipment through June 30, 2026; and, AP. Approving purchases up to $50,000 with Muniquip LLC through June 30, 2026; and, AQ. Approving purchases up to $70,000 with Nutrien Ag Solutions through June 30, 2026; and, AR. Approving purchases up to $80,000 with O’Reilly Auto Parts through June 30, 2026; and, AS. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with Platt Electric Supply through June 30, 2026; and, AT. Approving the purchase up to $250,000 with PrivITation Consulting Corp through June 30, 2026; and, AU. Approving the purchase up to $110,000 with Ray Gaskin Service through June 30, 2026; and, AV. Approving the purchase up to $125,000 with Razzari Dodge through June 30, 2026; and, AW. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with Razzari Ford through June 30, 2026; and, AX. Approving the purchase up to $60,000 with RDO Equipment Co through June 30, 2026; and, AY. Approving the purchase up to $90,000 with Rockwell Engineering & Equipment Co through June 30, 2026; and, AZ. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Ron Smith Buick through June 30, 2026; and, BA. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Ronny Martinez dba Premier Collision Center through June 30, 2026; and, BB. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with Ruckstell CA Sales through June 30, 2026; and, BC. Approving purchases up to $250,000 with Schoettler Tire through June 30, 2026; and, BD. Approving purchases up to $70,000 with Shape Incorporated through June 30, 2026; and, BE. Approving purchases up to $60,000 with Smith & Loveless Inc. through June 30, 2026; and, BF. Approving purchases up to $100,000 with Southern Tire Mart through June 30, 2026; and, BG. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Stockton Tri through June 30, 2026; and, BH. Approving the purchase up to $100,000 with Target Specialty Products through June 30, 2026; and, BI. Approving the purchase up to $50,000 with TBA Auto Parts through June 30, 2026; and, BJ. Approving the purchase up to $85,000 with Tesco through June 30, 2026; and, BK. Approving the purchase up to $300,000 with Trojan Technologies Group through June 30, 2026; and, BL. Approving the purchase up to $115,000 with USA Bluebook through June 30, 2026; and, BM. Approving the purchase up to $75,000 with West Coast Materials, LLC, through June 30, 2026; and, BN. Approving the purchase up to $85,000 with Wilbur-Ellis Company through June 30, 2026; and, BO. Approving the purchase up to $80,000 with Willie Electric Supply Co through June 30, 2026; and, BP. Approving the purchase up to $90,000 with YSI, Inc., through June 30, 2026; and, BQ. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, BR. Authorizing the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Orders. 25-590 approved Pass ▶ jump to 53:19
  37. H.14. SUBJECT: Award Bid to LEHR Upfitters for the Purchase of Panasonic Toughbook Computers with Docking Stations for a Total Cost of $71,342.30 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers awarding bid to LEHR Upfitters for the purchase of Panasonic Toughbook Computers with Docking Stations for a Total cost of $71,342.30. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Awarding the bid to LEHR Upfitters for Panasonic Toughbook Computers with Docking Stations for a total cost of $71,342.30; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents and the Purchasing Supervisor to issue the purchase order. 25-589 approved Pass
  38. H.15. SUBJECT: First Amendment to Agreement for Landscape Maintenance Services with Central Valley Lawnscapes in the Additional Amount of $9,588 to Increase Service to Downtown Merced, for a Total Annual Contract Amount of $371,148 for Maintenance of Various Maintenance Districts for the Contract Period Ending June 30, 2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a First Amendment with Central Valley Lawnscapes in the additional amount of $9,588 to provide weekly landscape maintenance services to the Downtown Maintenance District through June 30, 2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving a First Amendment to Agreement with Central Valley Lawnscapes in the additional amount of $9,588, for a total not to exceed annual amount of $371,148, to provide weekly landscape maintenance services at Downtown Maintenance District for the contract term ending June 30, 2026; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents and execute future contract amendments. 25-634 approved Pass
  39. H.16. SUBJECT: First Amendment to Agreement for Landscape Maintenance Services with Green Horizon, Inc., for Turf Maintenance of all City-Owned Parks in an Additional Amount of $19,680, for a Total Annual Contract Amount of $333,840 for the Contract Period Ending June 30, 2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a First Amendment with Green Horizon, Inc., for maintenance services at City-owned parks for an additional amount of $19,680 to add services at Community Park 42 (CP-42) through June 30, 2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving a First Amendment to Agreement with Green Horizon, Inc., in the additional amount of $19,680, for a total not to exceed annual amount of $333,840, to provide weekly landscape maintenance services at CP-42 for the contract term ending June 30, 2026; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents. 25-633 approved Pass
  40. H.17. SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Asphalt Zipper 480Xi Gen 8 with Accu-Trak Wheel Assist, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, from Asphalt Zipper in the Amount of $296,577.94 for the Streets Division REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the purchase of one (1) new Asphalt Zipper 480Xi Gen 8 with Accu-Trak Wheel Assist, and necessary attachment equipment, in the amount of $296,577.94. Staff has identified the need to add this piece of equipment, which will assist in the Street Division’s operation through the cost savings of a government procurement program (H-GAC). RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code section 3.04.210 and authorizing the purchase to be made with a cooperative purchase agreement through H-GAC, a government procurement program; and, B. Approving the purchase of one (1) new Asphalt Zipper 480Xi Gen 8 with Accu-Trak Wheel Assist, and Necessary Attachment Equipment in the amount of $296,577.94 from Asphalt Zipper, through H-GAC contract #SM10-20 Street Maintenance Equipment; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and, D. Authorizing the issuance of the Purchase Order, and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price. 25-640 approved Pass ▶ jump to 56:25
  41. H.18. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process and Utilize Cooperative Procurement Contracts; Sourcewell Contract #121923, National IPA Contracts with Cobb County, GA Contract# 23-6692-02, Monterey County Office of Education CALSAVE Contract # 538902, Omnia Mesa Contract # 2024056-01-GOV with CDW-G in a not to Exceed Amount of $500,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the competitive bid process and utilize cooperative procurement contracts; Sourcewell Contract #121923, National IPA contracts with Cobb County, GA Contract# 23-6692-02, Monterey County Office of Education CALSAVE Contract # 538902, Omnia Mesa Contract # 2024056-01-GOV with CDW-G in a not to Exceed Amount of $500,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving to waive the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to cooperative purchasing; and, B. Approving the use of Sourcewell Contract #121923; and, C. Approving the use of National IPA contracts with Cobb County, GA contract# 23-6692-02; and, D. Approving the use of Monterey County Office of Education CALSAVE contract #CALSAVE 538902; and, E. Approving the use of Omnia Mesa Contract # 2024056-01-GOV; and, F. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, G. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents for future contract amendments in motion B though E and contingent upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, H. Authorizing the purchase of $500,000 of technology solutions with contracts in motion B through E. 25-324 approved Pass
  42. H.19. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process to Allow for the Cooperative Purchase with Competitively Bid Contract; County of Merced 2021 AMS FOCUS Agreement 2021092 051821 with AMS.net and MGT in a not to Exceed Amount of $300,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the competitive bid process to allow for the cooperative purchase with competitively bid contract; 2021 AMS FOCUS Agreement 2021092 051821 with AMS.net and MGT in a not to exceed amount of $300,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Authorizing the waiver of the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code for cooperative purchase; and, B. Authorizing the use of 2021 AMS FOCUS Agreement 2021092 051821; and, C. Authorizing the use of future contract amendment to 2021 AMS FOCUS Agreement 2021092 051821 if executed by the County of Merced and contingent upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, D. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, E. Authorizing the purchase of goods through AMS.net or MGT in the amount not to exceed $300,000 for Fiscal Year 2025-26. 25-326 approved Pass
  43. H.20. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process to Allow for the Cooperative Purchase with Competitively Bid Contracts; State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-24-70-19-11 , 1-24-70-19-19 , 1-24-70-19-25 , 1-22-70-31A , 1-22-70-31B , 1-22-70-31C , 1-22-70-37 , 1-23-70-04C, 1-21-70-04A , 1-21-70-08H , 1-21-70-08B Awarded to Vendors Entisys Solutions, Inc. dba e360, Ahead, Inc., dba Kovarus, Inc. in CA , Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC , Granite Data Solutions , Dell Marketing, L.P. , PC Specialists, Inc. dba Technology Integration Group (TIG) , CDW Government, LLC , UBEO Business Services , NWN Corporation in a not to Exceed Amount of $300,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approval to waive the competitive bid process to allow for the cooperative purchase with competitively bid contracts; State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-24-70-19-11 , 1-24-70-19-19 , 1-24-70-19-25 , 1-22-70-31A , 1-22-70-31B , 1-22-70-31C , 1-22-70-37 , 1-23-70-04C, 1-21-70-04A , 1-21-70-08H , 1-21-70-08B Awarded to Vendors Entisys Solutions, Inc. dba e360, Ahead, Inc., dba Kovarus, Inc. in CA , Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC , Granite Data Solutions , Dell Marketing, L.P. , PC Specialists, Inc. dba Technology Integration Group (TIG) , CDW Government, LLC , UBEO Business Services , NWN Corporation in a not to Exceed Amount of $300,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving to waive the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to cooperative purchasing; and, B. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-24-70-19-11 (IT Hardware, Enterprise Technology - Exagrid/HPE); and, C. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-24-70-19-19 (IT Hardware, Enterprise Technology - Dell/Gigamon/Palo Alto); and, D. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-24-70-19-25 (IT Hardware, Enterprise Technology - Cisco/Commvault /Netscout/Netskope/PureStorage); and, E. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-22-70-31A (IT Hardware, PC Goods - Dell: Desktops, Thin/Zero Desktops, & Thin Laptops); and, F. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-22-70-31B (IT Hardware, PC Goods - Dell: Chromebooks, & Monitors); and, G. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-22-70-31C (IT Hardware, PC Goods - Dell: Laptops); and, H. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-22-70-37 (IT Hardware, PC Goods - Panasonic: Rugged Laptops); and, I. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-23-70-04C (IT Hardware, Plotters/Wide Format Printers (36" & 64"); and, J. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-21-70-04A (IT Hardware, Printers and MFD's (HP Desktops and MFD's); and, K. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-21-70-08H (IT Hardware, Rugged Tablets/Rugged 2-in-1 Devices, Panasonic); and, L. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 1-21-70-08B (IT Hardware, Tablets (Including Rugged)/2-in-1 Devices, Dell); and, M. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, N. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents for future contract amendments in motion B though L and contingent upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, O. Authorizing the purchase of up to $300,000 for goods between vendors Entisys Solutions, Inc. dba e360, Ahead, Inc., dba Kovarus, Inc. in CA , Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC , Granite Data Solutions , Dell Marketing, L.P. , PC Specialists, Inc. dba Technology Integration Group (TIG) , CDW Government, LLC , UBEO Business Services , NWN Corporation. 25-327 approved Pass
  44. H.21. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process to Allow for the Cooperative Purchase with City of Mesa Omnia Partners Contract 20240506, State of Minnesota SourceWell Contract 121923, and Region 4 Texas Education Service Center Omnia Contract R240304 Awarded to Vendors SHI Internation and DLT solutions, in a not to Exceed Amount of $150,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the competitive bid process to allow for the Cooperative Purchase with City of Mesa Omnia Partners Contract 20240506, State of Minnesota SourceWell Contract 121923, and Region 4 Texas Education Service Center Omnia Contract R240304 Awarded to Vendors SHI Internation and DLT solutions, in a not to Exceed Amount of $150,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving to waive the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to cooperative purchasing; and, B. Approving the use of City of Mesa Omnia Partners Contract 20240506 with vendor SHI International; and, C. Approving the use of State of Minnesota SourceWell Contract 121923 with vendor SHI International; and, D. Approving the use of Region 4 Texas Education Service Center Omnia Contract R240304 with vendor DLT solutions; and, E. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, F. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents for future contract amendments in motion B though D and contingent upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, G. Authorizing the purchase of $150,000 of technology solutions with contracts in motion B through D. 25-329 approved Pass
  45. H.22. SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bid Process to Allow for the Cooperative Purchase with State of California Cooperative Agreements SLP-23-70-0025R ( Adobe Software) , SLP-22-70-0276H (Akamai Software ) , SLP-24-70-0132W (Cisco Software) , SLP-22-70-0151Z (Dell Software) , SLP-21-70-0027I (Docusign Software) , SLP-24-70-0025X (Freshworks Software), SLP-25-70-0063E (GovOS Software) , SLP-25-70-0027U (OpenText Software) , SLP-22-70-0151Y (VMware Software) , SLP-25-70-0023U (Zerto Software) , SLP-25-70-0027W (Zscaler Software) , COOP 7-17-70-40-05.04 , 7-17-70-40-05.55 , 7-17-70-40-05.58, 7-17-70-40-05.41 , COOP 7-17-70-40-09 , COOP 7-17-70-40-01, 7-24-70-40-19 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) Awarded to Vendors CDW Government, Savant Solutions Inc, Presidio Networked Group, Kovarus Inc, Taborda Solutions Inc, E360, AMS.net, SHI International, DLT Solutions, Insight Public Sector, in a not to Exceed Amount of $250,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to waive the competitive bid process to allow for the Cooperative Purchase with State of California Cooperative Agreements SLP-23-70-0025R ( Adobe Software) , SLP-22-70-0276H (Akamai Software ) , SLP-24-70-0132W (Cisco Software) , SLP-22-70-0151Z (Dell Software) , SLP-21-70-0027I (Docusign Software) , SLP-24-70-0025X (Freshworks Software), SLP-25-70-0063E (GovOS Software) , SLP-25-70-0027U (OpenText Software) , SLP-22-70-0151Y (VMware Software) , SLP-25-70-0023U (Zerto Software) , SLP-25-70-0027W (Zscaler Software) , COOP 7-17-70-40-05.04 , 7-17-70-40-05.55 , 7-17-70-40-05.58, 7-17-70-40-05.41 , COOP 7-17-70-40-09 , COOP 7-17-70-40-01, 7-24-70-40-19 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) Awarded to Vendors CDW Government, Savant Solutions Inc, Presidio Networked Group, Kovarus Inc, Taborda Solutions Inc, E360, AMS.net, SHI International, DLT Solutions, Insight Public Sector, in a not to Exceed Amount of $250,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving to waive the competitive bidding requirements as stated in Section 3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to cooperative purchasing; and, B. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-23-70-0025R (Adobe Software) with vendor CDW Government LLC; and, C. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-22-70-0276H (Akamai Software) with vendor Savant Solutions Inc; and, D. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-24-70-0132W (Cisco Software) with vendor Presidio Networked Group; and, E. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-22-70-0151Z (Dell Software) with vendor Kovarus Inc; and, F. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-21-70-0027I (Docusign Software) with vendor Allied Network Solutions Inc; and, G. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-24-70-0025X (Freshworks Software) with vendor CDW Government LLC; and, H. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-25-70-0063E (GovOS Software) with vendor Taborda Solutions Inc; and, I. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-25-70-0027U (OpenText Software) with vendor Allied Network Solutions Inc; and, J. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-22-70-0151Y (VMware Software) with vendor Kovarus Inc; and, K. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-25-70-0023U (Zerto Software) with vendor e360; and, L. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement SLP-25-70-0027W (Zscaler Software) with vendor Allied Network Solutions Inc; and, M. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 7-17-70-40-05.04, 7-17-70-40-05.55, 7-17-70-40-05.58, 7-17-70-40-05.41 And 7-17-70-40-05.10 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) with vendors Allied Network Solutions Inc, AMS.net, CDW Government LLC, Presidio Networked Solutions Group, LLC, and SHI International; and, N. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 7-17-70-40-09 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) with vendor DLT Solutions; and, O. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 7-17-70-40-01 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) with vendor Insight Public Sector, Inc; and, P. Approving the use of State of California Cooperative Agreement 7-24-70-40-19 (NASPO ValuePoint Cloud Solution) with vendor SHI International; and, Q. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, R. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents for future contract amendments in motion B though P and contingent upon approval as to form by the City Attorney; and, S. Authorizing the purchase of $250,000 of technology solutions with contracts in motion B through P. 25-328 approved Pass
  46. H.23. SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of Ordinance Adding Section 17.32.105, “Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map”, of the Merced Municipal Code REPORT IN BRIEF Second reading and final adoption adding section 17.32.105 of Merced Municipal Code adopting California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Fire Hazard Severity Zones Map. RECOMMENDATION City Council- Adopt a motion adopting Ordinance 2578, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Adding Section 17.32.105, "Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map” to the Merced Municipal Code. 25-605 approved Pass
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  48. 47 Members of the public who wish to speak on public hearings listed on the agenda will be heard when the Public Hearing is opened, except on Public Hearing items previously heard and closed to public comment. After the public has commented, the item is closed to further public comment and brought to the Council for discussion and action. Further comment will not be received unless requested by the Council.
  49. I.1. SUBJECT: Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment #24-01, and Northeast Yosemite Specific Plan Amendment #6 (“Paulson Ranch”), Initiated by Stonefield Home, Inc., Property Owner. The General Plan Amendment Would Amend the Merced General Plan Transportation and Circulation Element by Modifying the City of Merced Circulation Plan (Figure 4.1) and All Associated Maps and Descriptions Throughout the General Plan, to Eliminate Destiny Drive (a Collector Road) From Going Through the Subject Site at 800 E. Cardella Road to Paulson Road (Extension). The Northeast Yosemite Specific Plan Amendment Would Modify the Design, Layout, and Circulation of the Residential Proposal Previously Approved for this Site. This Request Would Allow the Subdivision of Approximately 39.12 Acres into 104 Residential Lots (Mostly Between 6,000 and 7,000 Square Feet) and Additional Lots for a Storm Basing and Open Space; and the Subject Site is Generally Located on the South Side of E. Cardella Road, Approximately 1,900 Feet East of G Street REPORT IN BRIEF The subject site is an undeveloped 39.12-acre parcel located in northeast Merced at 800 E. Cardella Road, generally located on the south side of Cardella Road, approximately 1,900 feet east of G Street (Attachment 1). The General Plan Amendment is being requested to amend the City’s General Plan Circulation Element (Figure 4.1 - Attachment 2 and 3) to eliminate the collector road of Destiny Drive that would go through the subject site at 800 E. Cardella Road to Paulson Road (extension). The Northeast Yosemite Specific Plan Amendment would modify the design, layout, and circulation of the specific plan previously approved for this site. This request would allow the subdivision of approximately 39.12 acres into 104 single family lots (mostly between 6,000 and 7,000 square feet) that was approved by the Planning Commission on May 7, 2025 (Attachments 8 and 9). The scope of Council’s action would not include the vesting tentative subdivision map for Paulson Ranch, but rather would be limited to the General Plan Amendment regarding an amendment to the City’s Circulation Element/Plan (Figure 4.1), and an amendment to the Northeast Yosemite Specific Plan. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2025-47, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving Northeast Yosemite Specific Plan Amendment #6, and approving General Plan Amendment #24-01 to amend the Merced General Plan Transportation and Circulation Element, which would modify the City of Merced’s Circulation Plan (Figure 4.1) and all associated maps and descriptions throughout the General Plan to eliminate the portion of Destiny Drive going through 800 E. Cardella Road to Paulson Road (extension) and approving an Environmental Review #24-07 (Negative Declaration). 25-592 approved Pass ▶ jump to 57:28
  50. I.2. SUBJECT: Public Hearing - General Plan Amendment #24-02, Site Utilization Plan Revision #3 to Planned Development (P-D) #20, and Appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map #1332, Site Plan #551, Minor Use Permit #24-13, and Environmental Review Checklist #24-25, Initiated by Eric Gonsalves, on Behalf of Yosemite 1380 LLC, Property Owner. The Approximate 8.05-Acre Subject Site is Generally Located on the Southwest Corner of East Yosemite Avenue and Parsons Avenue (1380 E. Yosemite Avenue and 3595 Parsons Avenue). The General Plan Amendment Would Change the General Plan Land Use Designation from Commercial Office (CO) to Business Park (BP) for 2.72 Acres and From Commercial Office (CO) to High Medium Density (HMD) Residential for the Remaining 4.48 Acres. The Site Utilization Plan Revision Would Change the Land Use Designation Within Planned Development (P-D) #20 from “Commercial Office” to “Self-Storage” for 2.72 Acres, and From “Commercial Office” to “Residential” for 4.48 Acres. The Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map Would Divide the Self-Storage from the Residential Lots and Create the 41 Residential Lots. The Site Plan Review Permit Would Allow the Development of a Self-Storage Facility (Approximately 500 Storage Units). The Minor Use Permit Would be for Interface Review to Allow Commercial Development Adjacent to or Across from a Low Density Residential (R-1-6) Zone REPORT IN BRIEF Request for City Council to consider approving or denying General Plan Amendment #24-02, and Site Utilization Plan Revision #3 to Planned Development (P-D) #20, and the appeal of the Planning Commission’s Denial of Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map #1332, Site Plan #551, Minor Use Permit #24-13, and Environmental Review Checklist #24-25. The subject site is approximately 8.05 acres located at 1380 E. Yosemite Avenue, and 3595 Parsons Avenue. The applicant is requesting to develop a self-storage facility, and a gated residential subdivision with 41 lots. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: For Project Approval: A. Adopting Resolution 2025-__, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving Environmental Review #24-25 (Negative Declaration) for General Plan Amendment #24-02 for approximately 8.05 acres of land generally located on the southwest corner of East Yosemite Avenue and Parsons Avenue, and approving General Plan Amendment #24-02 for the same property changing the General Plan designation from Commercial Office (CO) to Business Park (BP) for 2.72 acres, and from Commercial Office (CO) to High Medium Density Residential (HMD) for the remaining 4.48-acres; and, B. Introducing Ordinance _____, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving Site Utilization Plan Revision #3 to Planned Development #20 changing the land use designation from Commercial Office to Self Storage for 2.72 acres and to Residential for the remaining 4.48 acres for an approximate 8.05 acre- parcel generally located on the southwest corner of East Yosemite Avenue and Parsons Avenue; and, C. Approving the Legislative Action Agreement and authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, D. Adopting Resolution 2025 -__ A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the appeal of the Merced Planning Commission denial of Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map #1332, Site Plan Review Permit #551 and Minor Use Permit #24-13. City Council - Adopt a motion: For Project Denial: A. Adopting Resolution 2025-__, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, denying Environmental Review #24-25 (Negative Declaration) and denying General Plan Amendment #24-02 and Site Utilization Plan Revision #3 to Planned Development #20; and, B. Adopting a motion to deny Ordinance ____, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving Site Utilization Plan Revision #3 to Planned Development #20 changing the land use designation from Commercial Office to Self-Storage for 2.72 acres and to Residential for the remaining 4.48 acres for an approximate 8.05-acre parcel generally located on the southwest corner of East Yosemite Avenue and Parsons Avenue; and, C. Denying the Legislative Action Agreement authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, D. Adopting Resolution 2025-__, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, denying the appeal of the Merced Planning Commission denial of Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map #1332, Site Plan Review Permit #551 and Minor Use Permit #24-13. 25-645 approved Pass ▶ jump to 71:24
  51. J. ACTION ITEMS ▶ jump to 197:46
  52. J.1. SUBJECT: Selection of Logo for the General Plan Update and Downtown Station Area Plan REPORT IN BRIEF Considers reviewing logos and selecting a logo prepared for the General Plan Update and Downtown Station Area Plan and selecting. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion selecting a logo from Option 1 or Option 2 for the branding of the General Plan Update and Downtown Station Area Plan. 25-583 approved Pass ▶ jump to 198:02
  53. J.2. SUBJECT: Request by the Tourism Business Improvement District Steering Committee to the City Council to Adopt the Slate of the Board of Directors for the Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving the request from the Tourism Business Improvement District Steering Committee to adopt the slate of recommended hoteliers to the Tourism Business Improvement District (TBID) Board of Directors. The appointed board members and officers will be able to proceed conducting the business of the TBID. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Appointing the following TBID Board Members; Robin Donovan, Chair, Sean Williams, Vice Chair, Tiffany Gomes, Secretary, Nitin Kumar, Treasurer; Vacant, Board Member; and, B. Appointing a City Official to the TBID Board; and, C. Directing the City Clerk to provide the Certified Minute Action to the TBID Board. 25-629 approved Pass ▶ jump to 216:24
  54. J.3. SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution to Apply for and Authorization to Accept if Awarded, the Environmental Enhancement & Mitigation Grant, not to Exceed $750,000, from State of California Natural Resources Agency to Plant a Native, Drought Tolerant Urban Forest at General Vang Pao Park to Mitigate Environmental Impacts of the North Transit Hub, a Regional Transportation Facility (RTF) REPORT IN BRIEF Considers adopting a Resolution to apply for $750,000 in grant funding from the State of California Natural Resources Agency for the development of an urban forest at General Vang Pao Park to mitigate environmental impacts to the area caused by the revised development of the North Transit Hub, a Regional Transportation Facility (RTF). Grant funds will be used to offset increased CO2 and required energy use in the area by establishing an urban forest made up of native, drought tolerant, trees at General Vang Pao Park. The grantor requires the adoption of a resolution in support of the City’s grant application. Authorization is required by council to accept funding if awarded. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2025-45, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving the Application for the Grant Funds for the Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation (EEM) Program; and, If awarded, Adopt a motion: B. Authorizing the acceptance of the Environmental Enhancement & Mitigation Grant Funds, increasing revenue not to exceed $750,000; and appropriating the same in Fund 5000-Parks and Community Services CIP; and, C. Authorizing the use of pooled cash to cover the expenditures until Grant Funds are reimbursed; and, D. Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. 25-584 approved Pass ▶ jump to 222:10
  55. J.4. SUBJECT: Approval of Lease Agreement Amendment with the Boys and Girls Club of Merced County for Use of McCombs Youth Center for a Five-Year Term with the Potential to Extend an Additional Five Years REPORT IN BRIEF Considers amending the current lease agreement for use of the McCombs Youth Center by the Boys and Girls Club of Merced County for a five-year term with the potential to extend an additional five years. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving amended service agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Merced County for youth programming at the McCombs Youth Center for a five-year term; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-308 approved Pass ▶ jump to 224:19
  56. J.5. SUBJECT: Approval to Enter Professional Services Agreements with Merced City School District for up to $197,474 for FY 2025-2026 to Scholarship 540 District Students in Youth Basketball and Youth Football REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving Professional Services Agreements with Merced City School District (MCSD) for the use of $197,474 in Expanded Learning Opportunity Program funding to scholarship up to 540 students from MCSD to participate in Parks & Community Services Youth Basketball and Youth Flag Football programs. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving Professional Services Agreement with Merced City School District in amount of $78,815 to scholarship up to 200 students in youth flag football; and, B. Approving Professional Services Agreement with Merced City School District in amount of $118,659 to scholarship up to 340 students in youth basketball; and, C. Accepting funds from Merced City School District, increasing revenue in Fund 1018-Parks and Community Services, for an amount not to exceed $99,985 and appropriating the same; and, D. Authorize the use of pooled cash to cover expenditures until reimbursement is received; and, E. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. 25-637 approved Pass ▶ jump to 235:08
  57. J.6. SUBJECT: Approval to Apply for and Appropriate if Awarded, Grant Funding in an Amount Up to $10,000 for FY 2025-2026 from Merced County First 5 to Support Various Children Oriented Special Events REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving to apply for grant funding and if awarded, appropriate grant funding in the amount up to $10,000 from First 5 Merced County Mini Grants to support special events such as Gateway to Yosemite 5K/10K Walk/Run and Nightmare on Main Street Halloween Parade Kids Activity Zone. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the Application for $10,000 from First 5 of Merced County Mini Grants to support various children’s activities B. Accepting grant funds from First 5 Merced County Mini Grant and increasing revenue in Fund 1018-Parks and Community Service, up to the amount of $10,000 if awarded; and, C. Appropriating the same in Fund 1018-Parks and Community Service, Operating Materials, Services and Supplies if awarded; and, D. Approving the use of pooled cash until reimbursement from the grant is received if awarded; and, E. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents if awarded. 25-498 approved Pass ▶ jump to 240:16
  58. K. BUSINESS ▶ jump to 240:50
  59. K.1. SUBJECT: Council Member Smith’s Request to Discuss the Selection and Placement of Ceremonial Items REPORT IN BRIEF Council Member Smith’s request to discuss the selection and placement of Ceremonial Items on the Council Agenda. RECOMMENDATION Provide direction to staff on the next steps. 25-581 ▶ jump to 240:58
  60. K.2. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission (One Ex-Officio) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission (1 Ex-Officio); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-566 approved Pass ▶ jump to 261:40
  61. K.3. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, At-Large and One Ex-Officio) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill vacancies on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (Districts 1, 2, 3, 4, 6, At-Large and One Ex-Officio); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-567 approved Pass ▶ jump to 261:53
  62. K.4. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Personnel Board to Appoint One Board Nominated and One Council Appointed Individual REPORT IN BRIEF Considers appointing one Employee nominated individual to the Personnel Board. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Appointing Phyllis Krego to serve as the Board Nominated member for the Personnel Board with a full term expiring on July 1, 2029; and, B. Appointing a member to serve as the Council Appointed member for the Personnel Board; or, C. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-568 approved Pass ▶ jump to 275:05
  63. K.5. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Planning Commission (Districts 4 and 6) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill seats on the Planning Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Planning Commission (District 4 and 6); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-569 approved Pass ▶ jump to 278:16
  64. K.6. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Recreation and Parks Commission (Districts 2 & 5) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill seats on the Recreation and Parks Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Recreation and Parks Commission (Districts 2 and 5); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-570 approved Pass ▶ jump to 286:10
  65. K.7. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Regional Airport Authority (3 Seats) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill three vacancies on the Regional Airport Authority. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Regional Airport Authority (3 seats); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-572 approved Pass ▶ jump to 286:45
  66. K.8. SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Tax Transparency Commission (Districts 2 and 6) REPORT IN BRIEF Accept nominations to fill two (2) seats on the Tax Transparency Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Tax Transparency Commission (Districts 2 and 6); or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-571 approved Pass ▶ jump to 288:08
  67. K.9. SUBJECT: Appointments to the Citizen Advisory Focus Group for the General Plan Update and Downtown Station Area Plan with up to a Total of Fourteen (14) Members to be Appointed by Districts (District 1-6), One Member to be Appointed At-Large, and (One) Member from Each of the Six Commissions Previously Selected by the City Council REPORT IN BRIEF Considers the appointment of individuals to the Citizen Advisory Focus Group of the General Plan and Downtown Station Area Plan. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting nominations and appointing one individual to each of the six City Council Districts, one individual to be appointed at-large, and one individual from each of six commissions previously defined by the City Council; or, B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. 25-591 approved Pass ▶ jump to 292:10
  68. K.10. SUBJECT: Request to Add Item to Future Agenda REPORT IN BRIEF Provides members of the City Council to request that an item be placed on a future City Council agenda for initial consideration by the City Council. 25-574 ▶ jump to 310:42
  69. K.11. SUBJECT: City Council Comments REPORT IN BRIEF Provides an opportunity for the Mayor and/or Council Member(s) to make a brief announcement on any activity(ies) she/he has attended on behalf of the City and to make a brief announcement on future community events and/or activities. The Brown Act does not allow discussion or action by the legislative body under this section. 25-575 ▶ jump to 311:36
  70. L. ADJOURNMENT adjourned Pass ▶ jump to 312:00