CITY OF MERCED - Meeting of City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority on 12/6/2021 at 6:00 PM

21-923

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-923
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: B.1.
Type: Closed Session Item
Title: SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION; Eugene Drummond v. City of Merced; Workers Compensation Case Number ADJ15080750; AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
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21-924

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-924
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: B.2.
Type: Closed Session Item
Title: SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL -- EXISTING LITIGATION; James Lodwick v. City of Merced; Workers Compensation Case Number ADJ12352285 and ADJ12352286; AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
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21-968

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:35 GMT

File #: 21-968
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: B.3.
Type: Closed Session Item
Title: SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: (1) Potential Case Regarding the Northern Portion of the Arbor Walkway
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21-966

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:35 GMT

File #: 21-966
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: F.1.
Type: Ceremonial Matter Item
Title: SUBJECT: Certificate of Recognition for the Wolverine Youth Football Champions REPORT IN BRIEF Presented by Council Member Jesse Ornelas.
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21-962

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:34 GMT

File #: 21-962
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.1.
Type: Consent Item
Title: 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.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-288

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-288
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.2.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Information-Only Contracts for the Month of November 2021 REPORT IN BRIEF Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $34,000 and of Public Works contracts under $76,875.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-907

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-907
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.3.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority Meeting Minutes of October 29, November 1, and November 5, 2021 REPORT IN BRIEF Official adoption of previously held meeting minutes. RECOMMENDATION City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority - Adopt a motion approving the meeting minutes of October 29, November 1, and November 5, 2021.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-928

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:35 GMT

File #: 21-928
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.19.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT Approval of Professional Services Agreements with Mead & Hunt, Inc., and RS&H California, Inc., to Provide Planning, Engineering, and Environmental Consulting Services for the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport’s Improvement Projects in a not Exceed Amount of $750,000 for Each Contract Based on the Consultant Hourly Rates Listed Within Each Respective Agreement for the Contract Period Ending December 31, 2026 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving two (2) Professional Services Agreements for Planning, Engineering, and Environmental Consulting Services for the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport’s Improvement Projects. The services provided under these agreements will be funded from individual Improvement Project budgets as the projects occur through the contract period ending December 31, 2026, at the hourly rates set forth in each respective agreement. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the Professional Services Agreements, for a contract period ending December 31, 2026, with Mead & Hunt, Inc., and RS&H California, Inc., to provide Planning, En
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-915

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-915
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.6.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Award of Bid to Merced Chevrolet, for the Purchase of Two 4x4 Mid-Size Pickup Trucks for the Engineering Department, Two 4X2 Mid-Size Pickup Trucks for the Building Department, and One 4x2 Mid-Size Pickup Truck for the Parks Department, for a Total Cost not to Exceed $137,924 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers awarding the bid to Merced Chevrolet for the purchase of two 4x4 mid-size pickups and three 4x2 mid-size pickups to support the growing vehicle needs of the Engineering, Inspection Services, and Parks Departments. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Awarding the bid to Merced Chevrolet for the supply of two 4x4 mid-size pickup trucks and three 4x2 mid-size pickup trucks, for a total amount not to exceed $137,924; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents, the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order, and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-951

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-951
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.7.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Authorizing the Purchase of Up To Five (5) Budgeted Fleet Vehicles, Depending on Availability, Through Cooperative Purchasing Agreements with Sourcewell, Including One Rear Loader Refuse Truck for $237,974.34, Two Side Loader Refuse Trucks for $301,340.56 Each, and One Front Loader Refuse Truck for $275,484.18 from Ruckstell California Sales Co., as well as One Leaf Vacuum Truck for $242,891.84 from Municipal Maintenance Equipment (M.M.E.) REPORT IN BRIEF Considers authorizing to waive competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 to purchase currently budgeted and Council approved fleet vehicles through the government procurement program Sourcewell. 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 purchases to be made with cooperative purchase agreements through Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and, B. Approving the purchase of one re
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-952

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-952
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.8.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Award Bid to Santos Ford for the Purchase of One New Four-Door Sport Utility Vehicle for the Public Works Administration Department in the Amount of $31,105.00 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers awarding the bid to Santos Ford for the purchase of one new four-door sport utility vehicle as a replacement for the Public Works Administration Department. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Awarding the bid to Santos Ford for the supply of one new four door sport utility vehicle in the amount of $31,105; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents, the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order, and to approve change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-953

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-953
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.9.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Opting to Participate in the National Opioid Settlement(s) and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Necessary Settlement Agreements REPORT IN BRIEF Adopting a Resolution authorizing the City Manager or designated representative to opt-in and to execute any and all documents necessary to opt-in and participate in the two National Opioid Settlement(s): one with the three major opioid distributors, Cardinal Health Inc., McKesson Corp., and AmerisourceBergen Corporation; and, the second with Janssen Pharmaceuticals, Inc. and its parent company Johnson & Johnson. The documents include, but are not limited to, the Proposed California State Subdivision Agreement Regarding Distribution and Use of Settlement Funds - Distributor Settlement, Proposed California State-Subdivision Agreement Regarding Distribution and Use of Settlement Funds - Janssen Settlement, and related Settlement Participation Forms. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2021-111, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-655

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-655
Ver.: 2
Agenda #: I.10.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approval of 3-Year Agreement with Granicus, LLC for Renewal of Existing Agenda Management and Workflow, Board and Commission Management, Live Streaming Services, Web Site hosting, e-Communication Messaging, and Addition of Community Engagement Platform in a Total Amount of $222,174.40 REPORT IN BRIEF Considers authorizing a waiver of competitive bidding requirement pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for a 3-year agreement with Granicus, LLC for renewal of existing agenda management and workflow, board and commission management, live streaming services, web site hosting, e-communication messaging, and addition of community engagement platform in a total amount of $222,174.40. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code section 3.04.210 B. Approving a 3-year agreement with Granicus LLC. for agenda management and workflow, board and commission management, web site hosting, e-communication messaging plat
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-905

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-905
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.11.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Master License Agreement (“MLA”) Template to Utilize City-Owned Vertical Infrastructure Within the City’s Public Right-of-Way for Small Cell Telecommunication Facilities REPORT IN BRIEF Considers the adoption of a resolution approving a template for a master license agreement for small cell telecommunication facilities on City-owned vertical infrastructure within the public right-of-way; and authorize the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute MLAs with wireless telecommunication providers. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2021-108, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving a Master License Agreement (MLA) template to utilize City owned vertical infrastructure within the City’s public right-of-way for small cell telecommunication facilities; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute future MLAs with telecommunication carriers and execute all necessary documents; and, C. Authorizing the Finance Offer to collect revenue
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-846

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-846
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.12.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval of a Lease Agreement with Advanced Air, LLC, to Provide Commercial Air Service at the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport from January 1, 2022 Through December 31, 2025 REPORT IN BRIEF Approve a lease from January 1, 2022, to December 31, 2025, at the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport between the City of Merced and Advanced Air, LLC. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion approving the lease agreement with Advanced Air, LLC; and authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-900

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-900
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.13.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement for Use of City Right-of-Way with Peter Tinetti, and/or Marilyn Tinetti, Trustee of the Living Trust of Peter Tinetti and Marilyn Tinetti, as to an Undivided 1/3 Interest; Stephen G. Tinetti and/or Joan M. Tinetti, Trustee of the Stephen G. Tinetti and Joan M. Tinetti Living Trust Dated 05/21/1997, as to an Undivided 1/3 Interest; and Robertine T. Benson, Trustee of the Benson Family Trust Dated 09/11/2002, as to an Undivided 1/3 Interest and the City of Merced for 855 West 15th Street REPORT IN BRIEF Consider approving the Agreement for Use of City Right-of-Way with owners of the property located at 855 West 15th Street for private improvements that encroach into the City right-of-way on 15th Street. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion approving the agreement for use of City right-of-way with the property owners at 855 West 15th Street and authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-854

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-854
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.14.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Authorization to Accept $39,276 in Grant Funds from the 2021 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) Program for the Police Department to Equip a Police Vehicle as a Community Outreach and Recruitment Vehicle, Upgrade Video Camera System for Police Interview Rooms, and Cover Consulting Costs for the Transition from the Uniform Crime Reporting Summary Process to the National Incident Based Reporting System REPORT IN BRIEF Considers accepting grant funding from the US Department of Justice offered to the Merced Police Department in the amount of $39,276 from the 2021 Edward Byrne Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) program to equip a police vehicle as a community outreach and recruitment vehicle, upgrade the video camera system for the police interview rooms, and consulting costs for the transition from the Uniform Crime Reporting Summary process to the National Incident Based Reporting System. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting the grant and increasing the revenue budget in account 050-1025-321.17-00 by $39,276, and appropriating the same to Fund
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-883

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-883
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.18.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Authorization for the Fire Department to Submit a Grant Application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to Fund Replacement of an End-of-Life Station Alerting System, Training Courses with Employee Backfill Covered, Medical Equipment, and Assessment Vehicle with an Estimated Total Project Cost of $1,100,000 with FEMA Providing 90% of the Project Cost and the City Providing the 10% Local Match REPORT IN BRIEF Authorizing the Fire Department to submit a grant application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2021 Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) Program to fund replacement of an end-of-life station alerting system, training courses with employee backfill covered, medical equipment, and an assessment vehicle with an estimated total project cost of $1,100,000 with FEMA providing 90% of the project cost and the City providing the 10% local match. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Federal Emergency Manage
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-925

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-925
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.4.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval of an Application and Agreement with BridgePay for Credit Card Payments REPORT IN BRIEF Approving an Application and Agreement with Bridge Pay for online credit card payments RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the Application and Agreement with BridgePay; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and, C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make any necessary budget adjustments.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-927

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-927
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.5.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement for Services with Environmental Science Associates (ESA) for Environmental Services and a Deposit and Reimbursement Agreement with University Vista Master Plan, LLC, Relating to the Annexation of the University Vista Project to the City of Merced REPORT IN BRIEF Considers entering into an agreement for services with Environmental Science Associates (ESA), in the amount of $855,493 to perform environmental services for the annexation of the University Vista project (290 acres at the northwest corner of Bellevue and Lake Roads) to the City of Merced, and entering into a deposit and reimbursement agreement with University Vista Master Plan, LLC, in the amount of $941,042 to fund the ESA contract and to reimburse for City staff time to manage the contract. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Approving an Agreement for Services with Environmental Science Associates (ESA), in the amount of $855,493 to perform environmental services for the annexation of the University Vista project to the City of Merced; and, B. Approving a Deposit an
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-797

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-797
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.15.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the Merced Police Department to Apply for a Grant in the Amount of $99,409.08 Through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Public Benefit Grants Program to Purchase Two Electric Vehicles, Four Electric Bicycles, and Two 3-wheel Patrollers and Approval to Accept the Grant Funding if Awarded REPORT IN BRIEF Consider adopting a resolution to authorize the MPD to apply for grant funding and accept grant funding if awarded in the amount of $99,409.08 from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) to reimburse the City for the purchase of electric vehicles. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2021-92, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, to apply for grant funding and accept grant funding, if awarded, in the amount of $99,409.08 from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Public Benefit Grants Program, and; B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary documents to apply for the grant funding; and,
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-853

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-853
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.16.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Accept the Department of Justice 2021 Bulletproof Vest Partnership Grant in the Amount of $11,931.84 to Cover 50% of the Purchase Cost of New Vests and Authorization to Utilize the Use of Pooled Cash to Cover the Purchase Cost Which will be Reimbursed from the Grant Proceeds REPORT IN BRIEF Accept grant award for reimbursement of bulletproof vest expenses. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Accepting and increasing the revenue budget in the amount of $11,932 in account 061-1026-324-37-00 and appropriating the same amount in grant funds to account 061-1026-522.29-00 for 50% of the costs associated with the purchase of bulletproof vests; and, B. Authorizing the use of pooled cash to cover the appropriation until grant funds are reimbursed; and, C. Authorizing the Police Department and the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-885

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-885
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: I.17.
Type: Consent Item
Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Accepting $20,000 in Grant Funds from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for the Police Department to Conduct Enforcement Operations with the Goal of Reducing Underage Drinking and Other Alcohol Crimes Related to Underage Drinking REPORT IN BRIEF Considers accepting grant funds from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control offered to the Merced Police Department in the amount of $20,000 for the Merced Police Department to conduct enforcement operations. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2021-110, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, accepting a grant award from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control Grant Assistance Program; and, B. Accepting and increasing the revenue budget in account 001-1002-324.02-00 by $20,000, and appropriating the same amount in Police Operations Division 001-1002; and, C. Authorizing the use of pooled cash until reimbursement from the grant is received; and, D. Authorizing the City Manager or De
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-954

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:34 GMT

File #: 21-954
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: J.1.
Type: Public Hearing Item
Title: SUBJECT: Public Hearing Regarding the Development of a Strategic Investment Plan for the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Funding REPORT IN BRIEF Public Hearing to allow for additional input on the development of a Strategic Investment Plan by the City Council and Staff. Second Public Hearing with conceptual project list to allow for input from the community and direction from the City Council. RECOMMENDATION Provide staff direction on Projects to include in the ARPA Strategic Investment Plan.
Action: approved as amended
Result: Fail

21-913

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-913
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: J.2.
Type: Public Hearing Item
Title: SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Reconsider Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Section 20.44.160 of the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Tobacco Sales Near Schools and Adoption of a Categorical Exemption (Zoning Ordinance Amendment #21-03), as Requested by Ashley Investments REPORT IN BRIEF The City Council will reconsider introducing an Ordinance, which failed to pass at the October 18, 2021, City Council meeting, amending Section 20.44.160 of the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Tobacco Sales Near Schools, which would more closely match the regulations for Commercial Cannabis Permits and allow for exceptions to be made under certain circumstances for tobacco retailers near youth-oriented facilities. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting a Categorical Exemption (Environmental Review #21-24); and, B. Introducing Ordinance 2535, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, CA, amending section 20.44.160 “Tobacco Sales Prohibited Near Schools” of the Merced Municipal Code regarding tobacco sales near schools and other sensitive uses.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-912

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:31 GMT

File #: 21-912
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: K.1.
Type: Business Item
Title: SUBJECT: Appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission for One (1) Voting Member Replacement for District 5, One (1) Voting Member for the Vacant At-Large Seat and One Ex-Officio Member REPORT IN BRIEF Accepts nominations to fill one Commissioner vacancy in District 5, the At-Large seat and one Ex-Officio seat on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion accepting nominations and appointing one individual to serve as Commissioner for District 5, one individual to serve as the At-Large Commissioner and one individual to serve as an Ex-Officio member.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-950

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:33 GMT

File #: 21-950
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: K.2.
Type: Business Item
Title: SUBJECT: Discussion on the Format of Future City Council Meetings During COVID-19 REPORT IN BRIEF Discuss the format of City Council Meetings. RECOMMENDATION Provide staff direction on the format of future City Council Meetings.
Action: approved
Result: Pass

21-963

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:34 GMT

File #: 21-963
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: K.3.
Type: Business Item
Title: 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.
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21-964

Thu, 14 Aug 2025 22:01:34 GMT

File #: 21-964
Ver.: 1
Agenda #: K.4.
Type: Business Item
Title: 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.
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