Meeting Details
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Meeting date/time:
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8/3/2026
6:00 PM
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Minutes status:
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Draft
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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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26-659
| 1 | B.1. | | Closed Session Item | 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) | | |
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26-660
| 1 | B.2. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION - Title: City Manager; Authority: Government Code Section 54957 | | |
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26-630
| 1 | F.1. | | Special Presentation Item | SUBJECT: Presentation from the City of Merced Fire Department on Independence Day Holiday Response
REPORT IN BRIEF
Merced Fire Department and Merced Police Department worked together to enforce the City of Merced Ordinance on fireworks. Chief Wilson will make a brief presentation on the public inputs and enforcement results. The presentation will include a summary of response activity for the 4th of July. | | |
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26-571
| 1 | G.1. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - National Health Center Week
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accepted by Yamilet Valladolid, Golden Valley Health Centers Director of Government and Community Affairs. | | |
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26-657
| 1 | G.2. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Certificates of Recognition to Kaden and Anthony Nance, Requested by Mayor Serratto
REPORT IN BRIEF
Certificate of Recognition Received by Kaden and Anthony Nance. | | |
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26-535
| 1 | J.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. | | |
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26-618
| 1 | J.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only Contracts for the Month of July 2026
REPORT IN BRIEF
Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $39,000 and of Public Works contracts under $87,278. | | |
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26-633
| 1 | J.3. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Site Plan Review Committee Minutes of May 28, 2026, and July 9, 2026
RECOMMENDATION
For Information Only | | |
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26-639
| 1 | J.4. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Reject All Bids Received for the Re-Bid of Project No. CP220077 Merced Regional Fire Training Facility
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers rejecting all bids received to construct the Merced Regional Fire Training Facility due to insufficient funding.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion rejecting all bids received for Project CP220077 - Merced Regional Fire Training Facility and direct staff to re-elevate the scope, funding and re-bid the project. | | |
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26-622
| 1 | J.5. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Services Agreement with Black Water Consulting Engineers for Development of a Former Sludge Drying Bed Closure Work Plan in the Amount not to Exceed $51,348 for the Contract Term Ending on March 31, 2027
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a services agreement with Black Water Consulting Engineers in the amount of $51,348 for development of a former sludge drying bed closure work plan, with contract term ending on March 31, 2027.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the Services Agreement with Black Water Consulting Engineers, contract term ending on March 31, 2027, in the amount not to exceed $51,348, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | | |
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26-632
| 1 | J.6. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase Three (3) 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazers in the Total Amount of $95,994.63 to Replace Vehicles E-1300 and E-1302 for the Inspection Services Division and to Replace Vehicle E-1369 for the Recycling Division and Purchase One (1) 2026 Chevrolet Colorado in the Amount of $38,779.67 as a New Vehicle for the Refuse Department from National Auto Fleet Group - Chevrolet of Watsonville
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of three (3) 2026 Chevrolet Trailblazers in the total amount of $95,994.63, and one (1) 2026 Chevrolet Colorado in the amount of $38,779.67, utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). The purchase of these vehicle will replace aging equipment that will improve reliability, reduce maintenance costs, and increase efficiency in daily operations. The purchase of the new Chevrolet Colorado will aid the Refuse Department with route inspection.
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 authori | | |
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26-642
| 1 | J.7. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Curbtender Quantum 8YD Refuse Truck, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, From Rush Truck Centers, in the Amount of $193,285.72 for the Refuse Department to Replace Vehicle E-1291
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one 2027 Curbtender Quantum 8YD Refuse Rear Loader in the amount of $193,285.72 utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). The purchase of the new vehicle will increase collection efficiency, 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 2027 Curbtender Quantum 8YD Refuse Rear Loader in the amount of $193,285.72 from Rush Truck Centers, through Sourcewell contract # 032824-RTG; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager | | |
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26-643
| 1 | J.8. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) 2027 PBLDB-10 Dump Truck for $234,269.98 for the Street Division as a New Acquisition from PB Loader, and One (1) MDD5-6 Dump Truck for $178,795.55 for the Wastewater Treatment Plant to Replace E-1179, with all Necessary Attachment Equipment, from Altec Industries, Inc
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) 2027 PBLDB-10 Dump Truck for $234,269.98, and one (1) MDD5-6 Dump Truck for $178,795.55 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.
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) 2027 PBLDB-10 Dump Truck for $234,269.98 from PB Loader, through Sourcewell Contract # 050625-PBL, and one (1) MDD5-6 Dump Truc | | |
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26-645
| 1 | J.9. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) New Front Loader Refuse Truck, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, From Interstate Truck Center - Valley Peterbilt, in the Amount of $394,219.35 for the Refuse Department to Replace E-1425
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one 2027 Peterbilt 520 truck with NewWay Mammoth Front End Loader body in the amount of $394,219.35 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 one 2027 Peterbilt 520 truck with NewWay Mammoth Front End Loader body in the amount of $394,219.35 from Interstate Truck Center - Valley Peterbilt, through | | |
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26-648
| 1 | J.10. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Professional Services Agreement with Vetcor of Merced, LP dba Valley Animal Hospital for Veterinary Services
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Professional Services Agreement with Vetcor of Merced, LP, doing business as Valley Animal Hospital, to provide veterinary services for Animal Control operations and Police Department K9s through July 31, 2029. The agreement formalizes the City's longstanding relationship with Valley Animal Hospital, establishes the scope of services, and updates the reimbursement limit for Animal Control cases from $250 to $400 per case to reflect increased veterinary costs.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a Professional Services Agreement with Vetcor of Merced, LP dba Valley Animal Hospital for veterinary services through July 31, 2029; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to execute the agreement and any documents necessary to implement its provisions. | | |
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26-646
| 1 | J.11. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to Complete the Regional Housing Needs Allocation Requirements for Compliance with the State Housing Laws
REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading and Final Adoption of a Zoning Ordinance Amendment to comply with State Housing Laws.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting 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). | | |
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26-641
| 1 | K.1. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Calling a November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election for the Purpose of Placing a Measure on the Ballot Known as the City of Merced Vital Services Protection Measure Establishing a 1¢ Sales Tax, Until Ended by Voters, and Requesting the County Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the City's Election with the Statewide General Election Being Held on the Same Date
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution Calling a November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election for the purpose of placing a measure on the ballot known as the City of Merced Vital Services Protection measure establishing a 1¢ sales tax, until ended by voters, and requesting the County Board of Supervisors to consolidate the City's election with the Statewide General Election being held on the same date.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2026-52, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving an Ordinance and Ordering that a Measure be Submitted to the Voters of the City at the General Municipal Election to be h | | |
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26-647
| 1 | K.2. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution 2026-48 Approving the First Amendment to the Property Tax Sharing Agreement with the County of Merced
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution approving the First Amendment to the Property Tax Sharing Agreement with the County of Merced. The First Amendment extends the term of the Agreement for three (3) additional years, with all remaining terms and conditions remaining unchanged.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-48, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving the First Amendment to the Property Tax Sharing Agreement with the County of Merced, Dated August 16, 2016. | | |
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26-591
| 1 | K.3. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Approve the Police Department to Apply for the United States Department of Justice (USDOJ) Community Oriented Policing Services (COPS) Fiscal Year 2026 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program Grant to Expand Existing Health and Wellness Programs not to Exceed $250,000 and Approve to Accept the Grant Award When Offered
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers Staff’s request to apply for the USDOJ COPS Fiscal Year 2026 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program grant and accept the grant funding when awarded
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2026-47, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California approving the grant application and accepting the grant award from the US Department of Justice, Community Oriented Policing Services; and,
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B. Authorizing the acceptance of the USDOJ COPS Fiscal Year 2026 Law Enforcement Mental Health and Wellness Act Program grant not to exceed $250,000; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make necessary budget adjustments; and,
D. Authorizing the u | | |
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26-354
| 1 | K.4. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Approval of Amendments No. 1 to the Measure V Regional Project Funding Agreement with Merced County Association of Governments to Receive Measure V Funds for the Highway 59 Widening Phase 1 Project CP200064 (Agreement No. 20180913SD_L-1) and Highway 59 Black Rascal Bridge Project CP200065 (Agreement No. 20180913SD-1)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Consider approving Amendments No. 1 to the Measure V Regional Funding Agreement with Merced County Association of Governments to receive Measure V Regional funds for the Highway 59 Widening Phase 1 Project CP200064 and Highway 59 Black Rascal Bridge Project CP200065 to continue with design, commence with right-of-way acquisition, and prepare for bidding the project for construction.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Measure V Regional Funding Agreement for the Highway 59 Widening Phase 1 Project CP200064, with Merced County Association of Governments; and,
B. Approving Amendment No. 1 to the Measure V Regional Funding Agreement for the Highway 59 Black Rascal Bridge Project CP200065, | | |
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26-624
| 1 | K.5. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Accepting $246,000 in Post-Programming Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Carryover Apportionment Funds for Project No. CP220066 - Merced Traffic Signal Synchronization
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a resolution accepting $246,000 in Post-Programming Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Improvement (CMAQ) Carryover Apportionment funds to supplement construction funding for the Merced Traffic Signal Synchronization Project along R Street, M Street, G Street, Yosemite Avenue, and Olive Avenue.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2026-49, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Accepting Post-Programming CMAQ Carryover Apportionment Funds in the Amount of $246,000 and Authorizing Related Budget Adjustments; and,
B. Approving a budget amendment increasing revenue in Fund 5005-Street and Signal CIP in the amount of $246,000 and appropriating the same to Project No. CP220066 for costs associated with the construction costs of traffic signal synchronization; a | | |
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26-649
| 1 | K.6. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Approval of Arts and Culture Advisory Commission’s Recommended 250th Commemorative Mural Art Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission’s (ACAC) recommended 250th Commemorative Mural Art Project to be installed on an exterior wall of the City of Merced Public Works Corp Yard facing West Avenue with expenditures not to exceed $15,000.00.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the ACAC’s recommended 250th Commemorative Mural art project to be installed on an exterior wall of the City of Merced Public Works Corp Yard facing West Avenue and expenditures not to exceed $15,000.00. | | |
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26-650
| 1 | K.7. | | Action Items | SUBJECT: Approval of Arts and Culture Advisory Commission’s Recommended Remaining Public Art Projects
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission’s (ACAC) recommended remaining public art projects from the 2026/27 budget.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the ACAC’s recommendations for remaining art projects from the 2026/27 budget which include, $13,000 for programmed events at Bob Hart Square, $10,000 for a splash pad mural at Stephen Leonard Park, and $20,000 for the Utility Box Refresh Project. | | |
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26-644
| 1 | L.1. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Request to Remove a Member of the Personnel Board and Appointment to the Personnel Board to Appoint One Employee Nominated Individual
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers removing a Personnel Board member due to violating the attendance policy and appointing one Employee nominated individual to the Personnel Board.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Removing Jessica Fernandez as the Employee Appointed Personnel Board Member; and,
B. Appointing Pamela Toconis to serve as the Employee Nominated member for the Personnel Board with a partial term expiring on July 1, 2027, respectively. | | |
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26-631
| 1 | L.2. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (District 5, District 6, and One Ex-Officio)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill vacancies on the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (District 5, District 6, and One Ex-Officio); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | | |
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26-638
| 1 | L.3. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Reappointment of Robert Tyler as the Citizens’ Oversight Committee - Measure V City Representative
REPORT IN BRIEF
Nomination for reappointment to the Measure V Transportation Expenditure Plan - Citizens Oversight Committee.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion nominating Robert Tyler for reappointment to the City of Merced seat on the Citizens' Oversight - Measure V Committee. | | |
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26-536
| 1 | L.4. | | 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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26-537
| 1 | L.5. | | 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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