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Meeting date/time:
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8/16/2021
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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21-635
| 1 | B.1. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Stephanie Dietz; Unrepresented Management AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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21-636
| 1 | B.2. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative(s): Travis Lindsey and Janell Van Bindsbergen, Lozano Smith, Attorneys at Law; Employee Organizations: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Council 57; Local 2703, International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1479; Merced Police Officers’ Association (MPOA); Merced Association of Police Sergeants and Merced Association of City Employees (MACE). AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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21-683
| 1 | B.3. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS - Properties: APN #’s 049-200-005, 049-200-020, 049-200-022, 049-200-019, 049-200-023, 049-200-017, 049-200-021, 049-200-024, 049-200-025, 049-220-018, 049-220-019, 049-220-016, 049-220-020, 049-220-015, 065-030-004, 049-240-016, 049-240-017; Agency Negotiator: Stephanie Dietz, City Manager; Negotiating Parties: Foreclosure Trustee - WT Capital Lender Services and City of Merced; Under Negotiation: Price and Terms of Payment | | |
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21-675
| 1 | F.1. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Certificates of Recognition for Local Amateur Boxers From the Haro Brothers Boxing Team
REPORT IN BRIEF
Presented by Council Member Jesse Ornelas. | | |
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21-676
| 1 | F.2. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - Madilyn “Bubba” Nickles Day
REPORT IN BRIEF
Mayor Serratto will present a proclamation to Team USA silver medalist Madilyn “Bubba” Nickles. | | |
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21-684
| 1 | F.3. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - Play Music on the Porch Day
REPORT IN BRIEF
Mayor Serratto will present a proclamation to John Russell-Curry. | | |
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21-604
| 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 | Pass |
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21-605
| 1 | I.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority Meeting Minutes of August 2, 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 August 2, 2021. | approved | Pass |
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21-518
| 1 | I.4. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of a Professional Service Agreement Between the City of Merced and RSG Inc. for Affordable Housing Consulting Services for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 in an Amount not to Exceed $192,060
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a professional services agreement with RSG Inc. to provide affordable housing consulting services to the City of Merced and the City’s Housing Successor Agency for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23, authorizing the City Manager to make minor modifications if necessary and execute on behalf of the City.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving a professional services agreement between the City of Merced and RSG Inc. for affordable housing consulting services for Fiscal Years 2021-22 and 2022-23 in an amount not to exceed $192,060, and authorizing the City Manager to make minor modifications if necessary and execute all the necessary documents on behalf of the City. | approved | Pass |
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21-450
| 1 | I.5. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving Final Map #5389 for the Bellevue Ranch West, Village 18-A, Phase 2 Subdivision for 65 Single-Family Lots, Generally Located at the Southwest Corner of Freemark Avenue and the Future Catherine A. Hostetler Boulevard, and the Approval of the Subdivision Agreement for the Bellevue Ranch West, Village 18-A, Phase 2 Subdivision
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of Final Map #5389 for 65 single-family lots, generally located at the southwest corner of Freemark Avenue and the future Catherine A. Hostetler Boulevard, and the subdivision agreement for the Bellevue Ranch West, Village 18A, Phase 2 Subdivision.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2021-75, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the Final Subdivision Map for the Bellevue Ranch West, Village 18A, Phase 2 Subdivision (#5389); and,
B. Approving the Subdivision Agreement for Bellevue Ranch West, Village 18A, Phase 2 Subdivision; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute a | approved | Pass |
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21-603
| 1 | I.9. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Purchase of ESO Solutions, Inc. Records Management System Software Via an Addendum to the Master Subscription and License Agreement for the “Electronic Patient Care Records” System, Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirement in Conjunction with the Previously Approved for Information Only Agreement Titled “Electronic Patient Care Records”, Authorization for Three Additional One-Year Renewals, and Approval to Terminate the Existing Agreement for the FireHouse Records Management System
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing the purchase of ESO Solutions, Inc. records management system software via an Addendum to the Master Subscription and License Agreement for the “electronic Patient Care Records” system with an initial cost of $12,705, waiving the competitive bidding requirement in conjunction with the previously approved for information only agreement titled “electronic Patient Care Records” at a cost of $18,970 (cost borne by the County of Merced), authorizing three additional one-year renewals, and terminating the existing agreement for the Fir | approved | Pass |
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21-591
| 1 | I.10. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Parking Enforcement Agreement with the County of Merced to Allow Merced City Parking Enforcement Officers to Enforce Vehicle / Parking Code Violations in Merced County Parking Lots
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of an agreement to provide parking enforcement in County parking lots.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving an agreement between the City of Merced and the County of Merced for the Police Department to conduct parking enforcement in the County parking lots and authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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21-653
| 1 | I.13. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance to Amend Merced Municipal Code Section 5.54 Regarding Street and Sidewalk Vendors, Including Definitions, Application Requirements, Designated Locations, Hours of Operation, Products Sold, and Revocation of Permits
REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading and final adoption of an Ordinance to amend the City’s regulations for Street and Sidewalk Vendors as directed by City Council on July 6, 2021, including modifications to definitions, application requirements, designated locations, hours of operation, products sold, and revocation of permits.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Ordinance 2529, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Amending Section 5.54 (Street and Sidewalk Vendors) of the Merced Municipal Code. | approved | Pass |
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21-652
| 1 | I.14. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.20, “Planning Commission” of the Merced Municipal Code and the Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance Adding Chapter 2.36, “Recreation and Parks Commission” to the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Appointments by Council District
REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading and final adoption of two ordinances to include appointing six (6) members to Council districts and one (1) member at-large for the Planning Commission and the Recreation and Parks Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Ordinance 2527, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending Chapter 2.20, “Planning Commission,” of the Merced Municipal Code, and;
B. Adopting Ordinance 2528, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adding Chapter 2.36, “Recreation and Parks Commission,” to the Merced Municipal Code | approved | Pass |
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21-612
| 1 | I.6. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of a Finding of Public Convenience or Necessity for Vinhos, Wine Lounge and Tapas Bar, Located at 427 W. Main Street (Land Use Determination #21-04)
REPORT IN BRIEF
This report provides options for the City Council to consider making a Finding of Public Convenience or Necessity (PCN), as required by the Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) to issue a Type 42 alcohol license (on-sale allowing the sale of beer, and wine) for Vinhos, Wine Lounge and Tapas Bar, located at 427 W. Main Street.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the Finding of Public Convenience or Necessity to allow Vinhos, Wine Lounge and Tapas Bar, located at 427 W. Main Street, to obtain a Type 42 license for on-sale allowing the sale of beer, and wine (Option #1 as shown in the “Council Action” section of this Administrative Report). | approved | Pass |
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21-574
| 1 | J.1. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Approving General Plan Amendment #20-01 and Environmental Review #20-32 (Mitigated Negative Declaration), and the Introduction of an Ordinance to Approve Site Utilization Plan Revision #23 to Planned Development (P-D) #16, and Environmental #20-32 (Mitigated Negative Declaration) for Approximately 6.3 Acres Located on the South Side of Devonwood Drive Between Loughborough Drive and Austin Avenue; and Consider Approval of a Legislative Action Agreement for the Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
Request for City Council approval to change the General Plan Land Use Designation from Low-Medium Density (LMD) Residential to High Density (HD) Residential and change the Site Utilization Plan designations from “single-family” to “multi-family” for approximately 6.3 acres generally located on the south side of Devonwood Drive between Loughborough Drive and Austin Avenue, including the adoption of a Mitigated Negative Declaration and approval of a Legislative Action Agreement.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2021- | approved | Pass |
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21-595
| 1 | J.2. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of a Resolution Granting a Certificate of Public Convenience and Necessity for American Custom Private Security, Inc to Engage in Private Patrol Services
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Resolution granting and issuing a certificate of public convenience and necessity to American Custom Private Security, Inc.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving Resolution 2021-76, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, granting a certificate of public convenience and necessity to American Custom Private Security, Inc. | approved | Pass |
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21-651
| 1 | J.3. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider the Adoption of the Draft 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and the Draft Water Shortage Contingency Plan and to Review and Set the Level of Water Conservation
REPORT IN BRIEF
Request City Council introduce resolutions approving the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan following a Public Hearing and setting the level of water conservation.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2021-73, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving and adopting the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan for the City of Merced; and,
B. Adopting Resolution 2021-74, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving and adopting the 2020 Water Shortage Contingency Plan for the City of Merced; and,
C. Authorizing submittal of the Final Plans to the Department of Water Resources. | approved | Pass |
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21-608
| 1 | I.3. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements, Approving a Supplies and Service Agreement with Ward Office Furniture in the Amount of $65,920.87 Plus 10% Contingency, and Approving a Professional Service Agreement with Kelly Timmins Corporate Services for Delivery and Installation in the Amount of $23,120 Plus 15% Contingency
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving of competitive bidding requirements, approving a Supplies and Service agreement with Ward Office Furniture and approving a Professional Service agreement with Kelly Timmins Corporate Services
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Authorizing to waive competitive bidding requirements due to single sourcing as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for the purchase of office furniture; and,
B. Approving the Supplies and Services agreement with Ward Office Furniture in the amount of $65,920.87 plus 10% contingency for the purchase of office furniture; and,
C. Approving the Professional Services agreement with Kelly Timmins Corporate Services in the amount of $23,120 plus 10% conti | approved | Pass |
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21-521
| 1 | I.7. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approve Agreements for Supplies and Services for the Purchase of Various Vehicle Parts and Repair/Installation Services with Merced Truck & Trailer, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $100,000, with Next Level Parts, Inc., dba Carquest of Merced in the Amount not to Exceed $60,000, and with Ron Smith Buick GMC, LP, in the Amount not to Exceed $70,000, with the Contracts’ Terms Ending June 30, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving three (3) separate Supply and Service Agreements for the purchase of various vehicle parts, as well as vehicle repair and parts installation services for Fiscal Year 2021/2022.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for annual service and supply agreements; and,
B. Approving an Agreement for Supplies and Services with Merced Truck & Trailer, Inc., in the Amount n | approved | Pass |
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21-613
| 1 | I.8. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approve Agreements for Supplies and Services for the Purchase of Traffic Signal and Streetlight Parts with Tesco Controls, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $60,000, Purchase of Asphalt and Related Materials with SYAR Industries, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $40,000, and Purchase of Traffic Paint, Stencils, and Related Supplies with International Coatings Company, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $40,000, with the Contracts’ Terms Ending June 30, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving three (3) separate Supply and Service Agreements for the purchase of various traffic signal and streetlight parts, asphalt and related materials, as well as traffic paint and related supplies for Fiscal Year 2021/2022.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for annual service and supply agreements; and,
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21-602
| 1 | I.11. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of a Delegated Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to Allow for Litter Removal on State Property Within the City of Merced for a Reimbursement Amount not to Exceed $75,000
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of a Delegated Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans to allow for litter removal on state property within the City of Merced for a reimbursement amount not to exceed $75,000.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving the Delegated Maintenance Agreement with Caltrans for litter removal on State property within the City of Merced for a reimbursement amount not to exceed $75,000; and,
B. Approving an increase to revenue in the amount of $75,000 in Fund 558-Refuse and authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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21-668
| 1 | I.12. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Compensation Plan for Management Employees with a Term of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving Compensation Plan for Management Employees with a term of July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2024.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2021-78, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adopting a compensation plan for the executive management, middle management, supervisory management, and confidential management employees; and,
B. Approving a Supplemental Appropriation from Fund 087-American Rescue Plan Act in the amount of $105,000 for Premium Pay in Fiscal Year 2021-22 and authorizing the Finance Officer to make necessary budget adjustments; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved as amended | Pass |
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21-647
| 1 | K.1. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: City Council Position on League of California Cities Resolutions
REPORT IN BRIEF
Provides direction to the City’s official League of California Cities voting delegate on two proposed League Resolutions.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion stating the City’s position on each of the two proposed League Resolutions and directing the City’s official League voting delegate to cast votes as such at the League’s Annual Business Meeting on Friday, September 24, 2021. | approved | Pass |
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21-634
| 1 | K.2. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Reappointments (District 4 and District 6) and Appointment of a New Applicant (District 1) to the Planning Commission
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers reappointing currently seated individuals to an additional term and appointing a new applicant to a currently vacant seat on the Planning Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Reappointing two qualified individuals who are eligible for, and interested in, an additional term on the Planning Commission for District 4 and District 6; and,
B. Appointing a qualified elector of District 1 to fill the current vacancy on the Planning Commission for said district. | approved | Pass |
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21-606
| 1 | K.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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21-607
| 1 | K.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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