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Meeting date/time:
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11/16/2020
6:00 PM
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Minutes status:
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Final
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Meeting location:
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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20-710
| 1 | B.1. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT/EMPLOYMENT - Title: City Manager; AUTHORITY: Government Code 54957. | | |
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20-709
| 1 | L.1. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Formally Announcing the Mayor and City Council’s Selection for City Manager and Approval of the City Manager’s Employment Agreement for a Term of Three (3) Years
REPORT IN BRIEF
The Mayor and City Council have concluded their search for a City Manager and desires to enter into an employment agreement with the candidate the Mayor and City Council have selected to serve as Merced’s City Manager.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Formally Announcing the Mayor and City Council’s Selection for City Manager and Approving the City Manager’s Employment Agreement; and,
B. Authorizing the Mayor to sign the City Manager’s Employment Agreement on behalf of the City. | approved | Pass |
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20-675
| 1 | F.1. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - Recognition of Diwali
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accepted by Priya Lakireddy. | | |
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20-712
| 1 | F.2. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - Small Business Saturday
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accepted by Annette Haugen, Professor of Business, Entrepreneurship and Finance Faculty Lead Merced College. | | |
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20-658
| 1 | I.1. | | Consent Item | 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. | approved | |
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20-600
| 1 | I.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Waiving of the Competitive Bidding Requirements, Authorize the Sole Source Purchase of a 200 PSI 12 Round Bag Filter Vessel NO-DES Water Filtering Truck Unit from NO-DES, Inc., for $501,958.50, and Authorize the Down Payment of 50% of the Purchase Price
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing to waive the competitive bidding requirement pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 to purchase via sole source a 200 PSI 12 Round Bag Filter Vessel NO-DES Truck Unit mounted on a Freightliner Diesel Chassis in the amount of $501,958.50 and authorizing the down payment of 50% of the purchase price.
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,
B. Approving the sole source purchase of one NO-DES Water Filtering truck in the amount of $501,958.50 from NO-DES Inc.; and,
C. Approving the down payment of 50% of the purchase price; and,
D. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and
E. Aut | approved | Pass |
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20-605
| 1 | I.3. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Fourth Contract Amendment with Granicus, LLC. for Website and Intranet Hosting and Maintenance for a 5-Year Term from Calendar Years 2019 Through 2023 Totaling $57,055.05
REPORT IN BRIEF
Approval of the fourth contract amendment with Granicus, LLC. for website and intranet hosting and maintenance for a 5-year term from calendar years 2019 through 2023 totaling $57,055.05.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the fourth amendment to the Granicus contract and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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20-657
| 1 | I.4. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Merced Municipal Code Section 10.28.230 No Parking Zones to Remove and Add No Parking Zone on the East Side of Kibby Road North of Childs
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers a recommendation from the Traffic Committee approving the following:
· Removal of a no parking zone on the east side of Kibby Road north of Childs Avenue; and,
· Addition of a no parking zone on the east side of Kibby Road north of Childs Avenue;
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion introducing Ordinance 2519, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending section 10.28.230 “No Parking Zones” of the Merced Municipal Code. | approved | Pass |
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20-599
| 1 | I.5. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Acknowledging Receipt of the Merced Fire Department’s Annual State Mandated Inspection Compliance Report Regarding the Inspection of Certain Occupancies for the Reporting Period of October 1, 2019 Through September 30, 2020, Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code §13146.4
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the adoption of a Resolution acknowledging receipt of the Merced Fire Department’s Annual Compliance Report regarding performance of annual inspections pursuant to California Health and Safety Code (HSC) §13146.4.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2020-79, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, acknowledging receipt of a report made by the Fire Chief of the Merced Fire Department regarding the inspection of certain occupancies required to perform annual inspections in such occupancies pursuant to sections 13146.2 and 13146.3 of the California Health and Safety Code. | approved | Pass |
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20-630
| 1 | I.6. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Waiving of the Competitive Bidding Requirement, Based on Medical Equipment Standardization for the Purchase of Four (4) LUCAS 3, Chest Compression Systems/Accessories ($63,920.76) and Four (4) Maintenance Agreements ($19,094.40)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing the purchase of four (4) LUCAS 3, v3.1 Chest Compression Systems/Accessories ($63,920.76) and Four (4) maintenance agreements ($19,094.40) and waiving the competitive bidding requirement pursuant to Merced Municipal Code, Article 3.04.210 - Exemptions from Competitive Bidding.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Authorizing the waiving of the competitive bidding requirement in order to maintain standardization of equipment, pursuant to Merced Municipal Code, Article 3.04.210 - Exemptions from Competitive Bidding; and,
B. Approving the purchase of four (4) LUCAS 3, v3.1 Chest Compression Systems/Accessories ($63,920.76) and four (4) maintenance agreements ($19,094.40); and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments. | approved | Pass |
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20-671
| 1 | I.8. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the First Amendment to Facility Use Agreement (Parking Agreement) Between the Regents of the University of California, for the University of California Merced Downtown Campus Center, and the City of Merced Suspending the Agreement from January 1, 2021 to June 30, 2021 Due to the COVID-19 Pandemic
REPORT IN BRIEF
Proposed first amendment to Facility Use Agreement (parking agreement) between the Regents of the University of California, for the University of California Merced Downtown Campus Center, to provide short-term financial relief while the leased parking spaces are not being utilized by the University from January 1, 2021 to June 30, 2021.
RECOMMENDATION:
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the first amendment to Facility Use Agreement (Parking Agreement) with the Regents of the University of California; and, authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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20-676
| 1 | I.9. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolutions Approving Proposition 68 Statewide Park Program Grant Round 4 - Grant Applications for Charles Ogletree Park Project, Fahren’s Creek Site Park Project, and Lester K. Yoshida Park Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving three Resolutions to approve three final statewide park program grant applications, and if awarded, accept contract terms.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2020-75, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the application for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds for Charles Ogletree Park Project; and,
B. Adopting Resolution 2020-76, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving the Application for Statewide Park Development and Community Revitalization Program Grant Funds for Fahren’s Creek Site Park Project; and,
C. Adopting Resolution 2020-77, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving the Application for Statewide Park Development and Communit | approved | Pass |
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20-685
| 1 | I.10. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Annual Agreement with Merced Zoological Society to Contribute In-Kind Services, Event Support, and Collect Donations in Lieu of the Traditional Monetary Contribution to the City for the Operation of Applegate Park Zoo for Fiscal Year 2020/2021 to Supplement the Zoo Operating Budget
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of an annual agreement with Merced Zoological Society to supplement Zoo annual operating budget through collecting donations, offering in-kind services, event support, and holding other fundraisers.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the agreement with the Merced Zoological Society and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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20-669
| 1 | I.7. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of a Public Art Policy Which Includes Uniform Guidelines and Procedures for Publicly Accessible Art and as Recommended by the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the adoption of a Public Art Policy as provided by the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion accepting the Public Art Policy as submitted by the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission | approved | Pass |
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20-621
| 1 | J.1. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Final Public Hearing and Approval of the City of Merced U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, 2020 First-Year Annual Action Plan, and the 2020 Update to the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice
REPORT IN BRIEF
Re-open the Public Hearing from October 19, 2020, to receive public input regarding the Draft 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, 2020 Annual Action Plan, and the 2020 Update to the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice; provide direction to staff regarding any final changes; Approval of the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2020-2024 Five-Year Consolidated Plan, Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, and 2020 Annual Action Plan; and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute all documents as necessary to submit the final documents to HUD and to accept the CDBG and HOME grants after approval by HUD.
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A. Re-open and conduct the public hearing to receive any final public input regarding the Draft 2020-2024 Consolidated Plan, 2020 Annual Action Plan | approved | Pass |
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20-664
| 1 | K.1. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Acceptance of the City of Merced Total Compensation Study Report for all Job Classifications as Completed by Koff & Associates
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting the findings of the Total Compensation Study Report for City of Merced job classifications.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion accepting the Total Compensation Study Report completed by Koff & Associates for City of Merced job classifications. | approved | Pass |
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20-678
| 1 | K.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution to Establish a General Fund Reserve Policy, Adoption of Resolution Removing the GFOA Recommended Minimum, Adoption of Resolution to Decrease the Amount in the Cash Basis Fund, Adoption of Resolution Eliminating the Revenue Stabilization Policy, and Adoption of Resolution Revising the Economic Development Opportunity Fund Policy
REPORT IN BRIEF
Adopt a Resolution establishing a General Fund Reserve and Policy and Adopting Resolutions on other financial policies as they relate to the proposed General Fund Reserve.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2020-81, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adopting General Fund Reserve Policy; and,
B. Approving Resolution 2020-82, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, deleting Section 5 of Resolution 2020-41 pertaining to adoption of the budget and appropriating revenue for Fiscal Year 2020-2021; and,
C. Approving Resolution 2020-83, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, setting the | approved | Pass |
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20-698
| 1 | K.3. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Direction from the City Council Regarding the Use of the Economic Development Opportunity Fund in the Amount of a $100,000.00 Contingent Contribution Towards the Revitalization of Downtown Merced Through the El Capitan Hotel Renovation Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
Staff is seeking direction from Council regarding the use of the Economic Development Opportunity Fund in the amount of $100,000.00 towards the on-going revitalization of Downtown Merced through the El Capitan Hotel renovation project.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Directing staff to use the Economic Development Opportunity Fund (Fund 74) to contribute towards the revitalization of Downtown Merced in the amount of $100,000.00 towards the El Capitan Hotel Renovation Project; and,
B. Instructing staff to report back with a contingent contribution agreement with the El Capital Hotel developer for Council consideration; and,
C. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to proceed with drafting the contingent contribution agreement. | approved | Pass |
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20-686
| 1 | K.4. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Request of a Supplemental Appropriation from the Economic Development Opportunity Fund (074) for $82,650.00, and Consideration of a Professional Service Agreement for the Amount $82,650.00 with Kristin Lowell, Inc. to Initiate the Process of Forming a Property Business Improvement District in Downtown Merced
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers appropriating $82,650.00 from the Economic Development Opportunity Fund for a proposed professional service agreement with Kristin Lowell, Inc. to start the process of establishing a Property Based Improvement District in Downtown Merced.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a supplemental appropriation in the amount of $82,650.00 from the unreserved, unencumbered fund balance of the Economic Development Opportunity Fund (074) to account 074-2002-572-17-00 (Professional Services - Economic Development Opportunity Fund); and,
B. Approving the professional services agreement with Kristin Lowell, Inc., in the amount of $82,650.00; and,
C. Authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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20-700
| 1 | K.5. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Citizens’ Stipend Setting Commission’s Written Recommendation to the City Council Regarding the Recommended City Council Monthly Stipend to be $400 and the Mayor’s Monthly Stipend to be $500
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of the Citizens’ Stipend Setting Commission’s written recommendation to increase the monthly stipend for the City Council and the Mayor.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2020-86, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adopting the Citizens’ Stipend Setting Commission’s recommendation to increase the monthly stipend it deems appropriate for the City Council and the Mayor pursuant to section 402 of the City of Merced Charter; and,
B. Approving a Supplemental Appropriation from the unreserved, unencumbered General Fund balance in an amount not to exceed 13,870 to cover the cost of the City Council stipend from January through June 2021. | approved | Pass |
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20-659
| 1 | L.2. | | Business Item | 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. | | |
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20-660
| 1 | L.3. | | Business Item | 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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20-661
| 1 | L.4. | | Business Item | 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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