<?xml version="1.0" encoding="utf-8"?><rss version="2.0" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom"><channel><title>CITY OF MERCED - Meeting of City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority on 7/20/2026 at 6:00 PM</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=CalendarDetail&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=1340073&amp;GUID=4F7FEFDB-A9FE-4C48-8C45-6D3C2B7DC393</link><description /><generator>Legistar</generator><ttl>15</ttl><atom:link href="https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Feed.ashx?GUID=4F7FEFDB-A9FE-4C48-8C45-6D3C2B7DC393&amp;ID=1340073&amp;M=CalendarDetail" rel="self" type="application/atom+xml" /><item><title>26-626</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138064&amp;GUID=BACC560F-7F2B-423E-9723-FA1B08AEBD06</link><guid isPermaLink="false">BACC560F-7F2B-423E-9723-FA1B08AEBD06-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-626&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: B.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Study Session Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Study Session - Joint Powers Authority Concept to Fund Critical Infrastructure for Virginia Smith Trust (VST) Development Project

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Study Session - A special presentation by Fieldman regarding the potential creation of a Joint Powers Authority (JPA) between the City of Merced and the Merced County Board of Education to fund critical infrastructure for Virginia Smith Trust (VST) Development Project. 

RECOMMENDATION 
For Information only.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Study Session Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-628</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137548&amp;GUID=6CF043F1-957B-4562-A72A-F9E3302855FB</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6CF043F1-957B-4562-A72A-F9E3302855FB-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-628&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: D.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Closed Session Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: 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)&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Closed Session Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-629</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137549&amp;GUID=A5942C8A-0ACC-4093-BBC7-5539CB45D733</link><guid isPermaLink="false">A5942C8A-0ACC-4093-BBC7-5539CB45D733-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-629&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: D.2.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Closed Session Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - Title: City Manager; Authority: Government Code Section 54957&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Closed Session Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-496</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8066212&amp;GUID=068158EE-1C9B-4F6F-BFF0-0D3FF4883527</link><guid isPermaLink="false">068158EE-1C9B-4F6F-BFF0-0D3FF4883527-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-496&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-533</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8135433&amp;GUID=A71419FB-21A5-4A33-8627-20B95DD3E0C3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">A71419FB-21A5-4A33-8627-20B95DD3E0C3-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-533&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.2.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Intent to Vacate the Southern Portion of Canal (L) Street Situated Between Block 185 and Block 186, Located Between Main (17th) Street and West 16th Street and Setting a Public Hearing for August 17, 2026 (Vacation #26-0002)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers adopting a Resolution to set a public hearing for August 17, 2026, to vacate an approximately 14,328-square-foot easement portion of south Canal (L) Street, generally located between Main (17th) Street and West 16th Street.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-43, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, declaring its intention to vacate a portion of Canal Street between Main “17th” Street and West 16th Street (Vacation 26-0002) setting time and place for public hearing.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-548</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138049&amp;GUID=B677E4F9-6D8A-4DB5-B4D8-BC243713F7DE</link><guid isPermaLink="false">B677E4F9-6D8A-4DB5-B4D8-BC243713F7DE-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-548&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.3.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Intent to Vacate the 20-Foot-Wide Easement at 400 West 7th Street and Setting a Public Hearing for August 17, 2026 (Vacation #25-0001)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers adopting a Resolution to set a public hearing for August 17, 2026, to vacate an approximately 1,145-square-foot easement at 400 West 7th Street, generally located on the south side of West 7th Street approximately 430 feet west of Martin Luther King Jr. Way.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-42, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, declaring its intention to vacate the 20 foot wide Public Utility Easement located on a portion of vacated K Street south of 7th Street in the City of Merced (approximately 1,145 square feet) Vacation #25-0001) and setting time and place for public hearing.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-588</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138058&amp;GUID=20B10F6B-6B9D-4944-9414-A70FD1F07B8F</link><guid isPermaLink="false">20B10F6B-6B9D-4944-9414-A70FD1F07B8F-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-588&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.4.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution for a Categorical Exemption and Adoption of the Senate Bill 244 Analysis

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Consider adopting a resolution adopting Categorical Exemption 15306 and the Senate BIll 244 Analysis and Environmental Review #26-0077

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Adopting Resolution 2026-45, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adopting the SB 244 Analysis and Environmental Review #26-0077 (Categorical Exemption); and,

B.  Adopting Categorical Exemption 15306 Information Collection; and,

C.  Adopting the SB 244 Analysis.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-582</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138054&amp;GUID=3E3AEB56-E2BE-4F6A-B8CF-0D0ECCA375D1</link><guid isPermaLink="false">3E3AEB56-E2BE-4F6A-B8CF-0D0ECCA375D1-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-582&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.5.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Vermeer Brush Chipper, Model BC1500, in the Amount of $98,030.10, and One (1) New Vermeer Stump Grinder, Model SC802 and Necessary Attachment Equipment in the Amount of $90,739.59 from RDO Equipment Co., for the Trees Division to Replace R-1366 and R-1065

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) 2026 Vermeer Brush Chipper, Model BC1500, in the amount of $98,030.10, and one (1) 2026 Vermeer Stump Grinder, Model SC802, in the amount of $90,739.59, utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). The purchase of the new units will replace aging equipment that will improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase efficiency in daily operations.

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 Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,

B.  Approving the purchase of one (1) 2026 Vermeer Brush &lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-583</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138055&amp;GUID=E26CF6D9-D608-4C75-AD7D-0E951BC15764</link><guid isPermaLink="false">E26CF6D9-D608-4C75-AD7D-0E951BC15764-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-583&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.6.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase Two (2) New Side Loader Refuse Truck, and Necessary Attachment Equipment from Haaker Refuse, in the Amount of $892,186.92 for the Refuse Department to Replace E-1385 &amp; E-1426

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving the purchase of two (2) 2025 Peterbilt 520 truck with McNeilus Zero Radius Side Loader body in the amount of $892,186.92 ($446,093.46 each) utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). The purchase of the new vehicle will replace aging equipment that will improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase efficiency in daily operations.

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 Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,

B.  Approving the purchase of two (2) 2025 Peterbilt 520 truck with McNeilus Zero Radius Side Loader body in the amount of $892,186.92 from Haaker Refuse, through Sourcewell contract # 1&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-584</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138056&amp;GUID=362EBBC2-1D30-4BD1-A85D-AF7D17C6F167</link><guid isPermaLink="false">362EBBC2-1D30-4BD1-A85D-AF7D17C6F167-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-584&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.7.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) Altec AT40-G Articulating/Telescoping Aerial Truck, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, from Altec Industries, Inc., in the Amount of $262,081.90 as a Replacement Unit for the Street Division’s Street Light Division

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) Altec AT40-G Articulating/Telescoping Aerial Truck in the amount of $262,081.90 utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). This purchase was included in the FY 26/27 adopted budget as a vehicle replacement for the Street Division, replacing vehicle E-1417.

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 Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,

B.  Approving the purchase of one (1) Altec AT40-G Articulating/Telescoping Aerial Truck, in the amount of $262,081.90, from Altec Industries, Inc., through Sourcewell Altec Industries, Inc. &lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-585</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138057&amp;GUID=918896DA-5A05-49D6-9D55-C228794AC294</link><guid isPermaLink="false">918896DA-5A05-49D6-9D55-C228794AC294-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-585&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.8.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Schwarze A9 Monsoon Street Sweeper Mounted on a 2026 Freightliner M2 Plus Chassis from Schwarze Industries, Inc., in the Amount of $499,926.05 to Replace Aging Street Sweeping Equipment

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) 2026 Schwarze A9 Monsoon Street Sweeper mounted on a Freightliner M2 Plus dual steer chassis in the amount of $499,926.05, utilizing the cost-saving government procurement program Sourcewell. The purchase of the new street sweeper will replace aging equipment (vehicle E-1477), improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase efficiency in street sweeping operations throughout the City.

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 Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,

B.  Approving the purchase of one (1) 2026 Schwarze A9 Monsoon Street Sweeper mounted on a Freightliner&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-542</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138048&amp;GUID=762F22AD-E288-47EE-A674-13C997C8EF46</link><guid isPermaLink="false">762F22AD-E288-47EE-A674-13C997C8EF46-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-542&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.9.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of Agreement for Landscape Maintenance Services with Central Valley Lawnscapes for Maintenance of Various Maintenance Districts in an Annual Amount of $413,530.48 Beginning July 1, 2026, Through June 30, 2027, with the Option to Extend for Two (2) Additional One (Year) Terms Through June 30, 2029

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving a Services Agreement with Central Valley Lawnscapes for maintenance services in an annual amount of $413,530.48 at various Maintenance Districts.
 
RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Approving a Services Agreement with Central Valley Lawnscapes in the annual amount of $413,530.48, to provide landscape maintenance services at various Maintenance Districts through June 30, 2027, with the option to extend through June 30, 2029; and,

B.  Authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documents and approval of amendments or change orders up to 10% of the total contract cost for added landscape locations and future CPI increases.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-566</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138051&amp;GUID=BB2718DF-9710-4AD4-B694-17DCBEB6B308</link><guid isPermaLink="false">BB2718DF-9710-4AD4-B694-17DCBEB6B308-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-566&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.10.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of Agreement for Landscape Maintenance Services with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc., for Maintenance of Various City Owned Facilities, Well Sites, Streetscapes, and Medians in an Annual Amount of $195,416.36 Beginning July 1, 2026, Through June 30, 2027, with the Option to Extend for Two (2) Additional One (Year) Terms Through June 30, 2029

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving a Services Agreement with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc., for landscape maintenance services in an annual amount of $195,416.36 at various City owned facilities, well sites, streetscapes, and medians.
 
RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Approving a Services Agreement with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc., in the annual amount of $195,416.36, to provide landscape maintenance services at various City owned facilities, well sites, streetscapes, and medians through June 30, 2027, with the option to extend through June 30, 2029; and,

B.  Authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documents and approval of amendments or change orders up to 10% of the total co&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-567</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138052&amp;GUID=2E4DDEF2-8E11-4CEB-8345-EE8286C0D340</link><guid isPermaLink="false">2E4DDEF2-8E11-4CEB-8345-EE8286C0D340-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-567&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.11.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of Agreement for Landscape Maintenance Services with Green Horizon, Inc., for Maintenance of Various City Parks in an Annual Amount of $343,521.36 Beginning July 1, 2026, Through June 30, 2027, with the Option to Extend for Two (2) Additional One (Year) Terms Through June 30, 2029

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving a Services Agreement with Green Horizon, Inc., for maintenance services in an annual amount of $343,521.36 at various City Parks.
 
RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Approving a Services Agreement with Green Horizon, Inc., in the annual amount of $343,521.36, to provide landscape maintenance services at various City Parks through June 30, 2027, with the option to extend through June 30, 2029; and,

B.  Authorizing the City Manager to sign the necessary documents and approval of amendments or change orders up to 10% of the total contract cost for added landscape locations and future CPI increases.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-593</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138060&amp;GUID=C8A988BC-458E-40CC-846A-D1E8FCC059DF</link><guid isPermaLink="false">C8A988BC-458E-40CC-846A-D1E8FCC059DF-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-593&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.12.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Consider Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Merced and the City of Tulare for a Technology Disaster Recovery Site Partnership

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Merced and the City of Tulare establishing a reciprocal Technology Disaster Recovery Site Partnership. The agreement creates the framework for future disaster recovery collaboration between the two cities by providing the opportunity to utilize each other's municipal facilities to support disaster recovery infrastructure and continuity planning.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Merced and the City of Tulare establishing a Technology Disaster Recovery Site Partnership; and,

B.  Authorizing the City Manager to execute the Memorandum of Understanding and any minor administrative documents necessary to implement the agreement.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-601</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138061&amp;GUID=414F0F77-7436-4E76-8C62-533E956AB088</link><guid isPermaLink="false">414F0F77-7436-4E76-8C62-533E956AB088-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-601&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.13.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of Property, Boiler and Machinery Insurance Renewal Through Alliant Property Insurance Program in the Amount of $1,308,544.63 for Program Year 2026/2027

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving the renewal of the City’s policy through Alliant Property Insurance Programs (APIP) at -2.83% premium decrease, amounting to $1,308,544.63 for program year 2026/2027. 

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Ratifying the renewal of the property and boiler and machinery insurance through the Alliant Property Insurance Programs (APIP), administered by Alliant Insurance Services for the period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; and, 

B.  Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-612</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138063&amp;GUID=9204B787-6B91-40CE-8747-D1564997EDDC</link><guid isPermaLink="false">9204B787-6B91-40CE-8747-D1564997EDDC-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-612&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 2&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: J.14.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Consent Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of a Services Agreement with Arconas, Inc., in the Amount of $183,479.40 Plus 10% Contingency not to Exceed $ 201,828.00 for the Purchase and Installation of Furniture for the New Terminal at the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving a Services Agreement with Arconas, Inc., in the amount of $183,479.40 plus 10% contingency not to exceed $ 201,828.00 for the purchase and installation of furniture for the new Airport Terminal at the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Waiving the City’s competitive bidding as permitted by Merced Municipal Code   Section 3.04.210 due to standardization on particular types of equipment; and,

B.  Approving a Services Agreement with Arconas, Inc., in the amount of $183,479.40 plus 10% contingency for a not to exceed amount of $ 201,828.00; and,

C.  Authorizing the City Manager to execute necessary documents, including amendments, based on the not-to-exceed amount of $201,828.00.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Consent Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-589</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138059&amp;GUID=C389BD4E-429F-4534-AE83-DD418F4AD785</link><guid isPermaLink="false">C389BD4E-429F-4534-AE83-DD418F4AD785-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-589&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: K.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Public Hearing Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving a Statutory Exemption, Amending the Housing Element of the General Plan, and Introducing a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Complete the Regional Housing Needs Allocation Requirements for Compliance with the State Housing Laws

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers adopting a Resolution amending the Housing Element of the General Plan and introducing a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to comply with State Housing Laws.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Adopting Resolution 2026-44 a resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Adopting General Plan Amendment #24-06, Amending the housing Element of the General Plan. And Environmental Review #26-0068 (Statutory Exemption); and

B.  Adopting General Plan Amendment #24-06; and,

C.  Introducing Ordinance 2594, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Amending Ordinance No. 2577, and adopting environmental review #26-0068 (Statutory Exemption); and, 

D.  Adopting Statutory Exemption Section 15162; and,

E.  Directing staff to submit the adopted Hous&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Public Hearing Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-610</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137348&amp;GUID=58F050BE-21A4-4892-82F4-DD78B8D46035</link><guid isPermaLink="false">58F050BE-21A4-4892-82F4-DD78B8D46035-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-610&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval to Submit Census Tract 06047001801 for the Opportunity Zone 2.0 Submission Form to the Governor’s Office of Business Development

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Requesting City Council’s approval to submit census tract 06047001801 for State consideration of Opportunity Zone 2.0.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council- Adopt a motion for the City of Merced to submit census tract 06047001801 for State consideration of Opportunity Zone 2.0.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-549</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138050&amp;GUID=6ADF722A-44CE-40FB-B285-CC1279030795</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6ADF722A-44CE-40FB-B285-CC1279030795-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-549&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.2.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Acceptance of the Addendum to the City of Merced Speed Study Speed Limits for Selected Segments on North Bear Creek Drive, Mansionette Drive, and Olive Avenue 

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers accepting the Addendum to the City of Merced Speed Study, performed by JLB Traffic Engineering, Inc. for the Speed Limits for Selected Segments on North Bear Creek Drive, Mansionette Drive, and Olive Avenue.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion accepting the addendum to the City of Merced Speed Study Speed limits for the Selected Segments on North Bear Creek Drive, Mansionette Drive, and Olive Avenue.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-579</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138053&amp;GUID=1A32E649-BB7F-49D3-99A0-E34DB8D22F53</link><guid isPermaLink="false">1A32E649-BB7F-49D3-99A0-E34DB8D22F53-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-579&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.3.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Selection of Eligible Roadway and Safety Projects and Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to File the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Exchange Fund Claim in the Amount of $1,374,632 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers selecting the R Street (Olive to Northwood) Project (CP220050) as Eligible Projects and authorizes staff to complete the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Claim Form in the total amount of $1,374,632 for submittal to Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG). 

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Selecting the R Street (Olive to Northwood) Project (CP220050) as the Eligible Project; and,

B.  Directing Staff to complete the 2025-2026 RSTP Claim Form by listing the selected projects and corresponding project costs; and,

C.  Adopting Resolution 2026-41, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, authorizing the City Manager to file the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Exchange Funds claim for fiscal year 2025-2026; and,

D.  Authorizing Fi&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-520</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138046&amp;GUID=558CECE2-9640-41F2-83D3-9EDCF6F0CB73</link><guid isPermaLink="false">558CECE2-9640-41F2-83D3-9EDCF6F0CB73-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-520&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.4.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Approval of Public Facilities Impact Fee Credit/Reimbursement Agreement with Stonefield Home, Inc. for improvements on M Street and M Street Circle

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers approving Reimbursement of Public Facilities and Impact Fees (PFFP) to Stonefield Home, Inc. in the amount of $114,125.00 for the cost of restriping and minor street modifications to M Street and M Street Circle to complete the one-way direction of M Street Circle.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Approving the Public Facilities Impact Fee Credit/Reimbursement Agreement with Stonefield Home, LLC for the work of restriping and minor street modifications to M Street and M Street Circle; and,

B.  Approving a supplemental appropriation from the unreserved, unencumbered fund balance in Fund 3505 Facilities-Roadways Developer Fees in the amount not to exceed $114,125.00, transferring to Fund 5005-Streets and Signals CIP, and appropriating the same in Fund 5005, Project CP270048; and,

C.  Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments; and, 

D.  Authorizing the&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-529</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138047&amp;GUID=146CA9AF-71AD-43C3-ADC4-CACE5507D992</link><guid isPermaLink="false">146CA9AF-71AD-43C3-ADC4-CACE5507D992-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-529&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.5.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of an Urgency Ordinance Establishing a Temporary Moratorium on Food Trucks in Fixed Locations Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65858

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers the adoption of an urgency ordinance establishing a temporary moratorium on the: Acceptance, processing, approval, or issuance of any new permits, entitlements, approvals, or land use authorizations for food trucks operating in fixed locations pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Chapter 20.44.020.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion: 

A.  Approving a Temporary Moratorium and Amend Merced Municipal Code (MMC) Chapter 20.44.020; and,

B.  Adopting Ordinance 2593, An Urgency Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, establishing a temporary moratorium on new approvals for food trucks in fixed locations, pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Chapter 20.44.020, pursuant to California Government Code Section 65858; or,

C.  Directing staff to study and return with proposed amendments to Merced Municipal Code to establish a comprehensive framework governing food truck fixe&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-611</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137366&amp;GUID=2E45D596-78A2-4841-9417-0FC72D6FC589</link><guid isPermaLink="false">2E45D596-78A2-4841-9417-0FC72D6FC589-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-611&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: L.6.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Action Items&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Consider the Adoption of the 2026-2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan as Presented to Guide Park Development, Operation, Maintenance and Capital Investment Priorities and Standards

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers adopting the City of Merced 2026-2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan and recognize the Strategic Action Plan as the City's long-term strategic framework for park maintenance, recreation operation, facility management, open space designation, partnerships, funding priorities, and capital investment.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the 2026- 2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Action Items</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-609</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8138062&amp;GUID=3908C03E-820E-41E8-AF3A-383930D4D6E3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">3908C03E-820E-41E8-AF3A-383930D4D6E3-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-609&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.1.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution, Creating an Ad-Hoc Committee for the Review, Scoring, and Recommending Proposals for the FY 26/27 Community Funding and to Appoint Three (3) Members of the City Council to Said Ad-Hoc Committee

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Requesting City Council to adopt a resolution creating an Ad-Hoc Committee for the review, scoring, and selection of proposals for the FY 26/27 Community Funding and to appoint three (3) members of the City Council to said Ad-Hoc Committee.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A.  Appointing three (3) City Council members to the Community Funding Ad-Hoc Committee; and

B.  Adopting Resolution 2026-46, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, creating an Ad-Hoc Committee for the review, scoring, and recommendation of proposals for the FY 26/27 Community Funding.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-603</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137423&amp;GUID=71768A7C-2984-4D43-95A6-F65D627CC1E3</link><guid isPermaLink="false">71768A7C-2984-4D43-95A6-F65D627CC1E3-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-603&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.2.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission (District 1, District 5, and District 6)

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 (District 1, District 5, and District 6); or,

B.  Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-604</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137433&amp;GUID=2507FED5-9626-4C7B-B588-12A86235FD05</link><guid isPermaLink="false">2507FED5-9626-4C7B-B588-12A86235FD05-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-604&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.3.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Building and Housing Board of Appeals (One Seat)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Accept nominations to fill vacancies on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion: 

A.  Accepting nominations and appointing an individual to serve as amember of the Building and Housing Board of Appeals (one vacancy); or,

B.  Directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-605</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137448&amp;GUID=8A7D5D3D-B939-41E9-8D86-FDCFF47C4122</link><guid isPermaLink="false">8A7D5D3D-B939-41E9-8D86-FDCFF47C4122-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-605&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.4.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Recreation and Parks Commission (District 4)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Accept nominations to fill one seat 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 (District 4); or,

B.  Directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-606</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137514&amp;GUID=237731F0-39F7-4771-919A-1A5E3399544F</link><guid isPermaLink="false">237731F0-39F7-4771-919A-1A5E3399544F-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-606&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.5.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Regional Airport Authority (2 Seats)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Accept nominations to fill two 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 (2 seats); or,

B.  Direct staff to continue the recruitment.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-607</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8137515&amp;GUID=49F669A7-9BA9-4E7B-9791-9FBABF89010D</link><guid isPermaLink="false">49F669A7-9BA9-4E7B-9791-9FBABF89010D-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-607&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.6.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Tax Transparency Commission (District 4)

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Annual appointments to the Tax Transparency Commission.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-617</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8136536&amp;GUID=8D81669C-CAA8-4F17-BB2E-76A9B7548BCC</link><guid isPermaLink="false">8D81669C-CAA8-4F17-BB2E-76A9B7548BCC-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-617&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.7.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;Title: SUBJECT: Reconsideration of the District 2 Appointment to the Planning Commission

REPORT IN BRIEF 
Considers a motion to reconsider the City Council’s July 6, 2026 appointment to the District 2 seat on the Planning Commission.  If the motion to reconsider is approved, the City Council may consider nominations and appoint an individual to fill the vacancy.

RECOMMENDATION 
City Council - Adopt a motion: 

A.  Reconsidering the July 6, 2026 appointment to the District 2 Planning Commission pursuant to Resolution No. 2024-65; and

If the motion to reconsider is approved:

B. Nominating and appointing an individual to the District 2 Planning Commission seat.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-497</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8066213&amp;GUID=82EE0BC4-2B57-4536-8ED8-B7D1921BA880</link><guid isPermaLink="false">82EE0BC4-2B57-4536-8ED8-B7D1921BA880-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-497&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.8.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item><item><title>26-498</title><link>https://cityofmerced.legistar.com/Gateway.aspx?M=LD&amp;From=RSS&amp;ID=8066214&amp;GUID=8BF8C9EC-BFC2-4950-BF80-46B500EDC069</link><guid isPermaLink="false">8BF8C9EC-BFC2-4950-BF80-46B500EDC069-2026-07-15-23-20-11</guid><description>File #: 26-498&lt;br /&gt;Ver.: 1&lt;br /&gt;Agenda #: M.9.&lt;br /&gt;Type: Business Item&lt;br /&gt;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.&lt;br /&gt;Action: &lt;br /&gt;Result: </description><category>Business Item</category><pubDate>Wed, 15 Jul 2026 23:20:11 GMT</pubDate></item></channel></rss>