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Meeting date/time:
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1/2/2024
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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23-1096
| 1 | B.1. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Scott McBride; Employee Organizations: Merced Police Officers’ Association (MPOA) and Merced Association of Police Sergeants (MAPS). AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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23-1098
| 1 | B.2. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Scott McBride; Employee Organizations: International Association of Fire Fighters, Local 1479. AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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23-1100
| 1 | B.3. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative: City Manager Scott McBride; Unrepresented Management AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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23-1102
| 1 | B.4. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS -- Agency Designated Representative(s): City Manager Scott McBride; Employee Organizations: American Federation of State, County, and Municipal Employees (AFSCME) Council 57 and Merced Association of City Employees (MACE). AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6 | | |
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24-038
| 1 | B.5. | | Closed Session Item | SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9, City of Merced et al v. State of California, et al, Superior Court of California County of Merced, Case No. 23CV-03845 Case Status Update | | |
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24-028
| 1 | F.1. | | Ceremonial Matter Item | SUBJECT: Proclamation - National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
REPORT IN BRIEF
Received by a representative of the Valley Crisis Center. | | |
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23-1091
| 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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23-1133
| 1 | I.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only Contracts for the Month of December 2023
REPORT IN BRIEF
Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $37,000 and of Public Works contracts under $84,338. | approved | Pass |
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24-002
| 1 | I.3. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Planning Commission Minutes of October 4, 2023, and November 8, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. | approved | Pass |
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24-003
| 1 | I.4. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Site Plan Review Minutes of September 14, 2023, October 5, 2023, and November 9, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. | approved | Pass |
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24-004
| 1 | I.5. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Building and Housing Board of Appeal Minutes of August 3, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. | approved | Pass |
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24-005
| 1 | I.6. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Minutes of April 25, 2023, June 27, 2023, August 22, 2023, and October 24, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. | approved | Pass |
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24-011
| 1 | I.7. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Meeting Minutes of April 17, 2023, and November 20, 2023
REPORT IN BRIEF
Official adoption of previously held meeting minutes.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority/Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - Adopt a motion approving the meeting minutes of April 17, 2023, and November 20, 2023. | approved | Pass |
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23-1116
| 1 | I.8. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution to Amend the Pay Ranges for the Temporary Classifications of Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, Pool Manager, Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Leader, and Recreation Specialist, Effective January 1, 2024, to Comply with State of California Minimum Wage Requirements
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution to authorize amendments to the Pay Ranges for the Temporary Classifications of Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, Pool Manager, Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Leader, and Recreation Specialist effective January 1, 2024, to comply with State of California minimum wage requirements.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion
A. Adopting Resolution 2024-01, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending the salary ranges for the temporary classifications of Lifeguard I, Lifeguard II, Pool Manager, Recreation Coordinator, Recreation Leader, and Recreation Specialist; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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24-019
| 1 | I.10. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Street Closure Request and Use of City Owned Real Estate by the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee for the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community March and Celebration on January 15, 2024, West 24th Street from the West Entrance of the Amtrak Station to Martin Luther King Jr Way, Martin Luther King Jr Way from West 24th Street to West Main Street and the Use of a Portion of Parking Lot #14 Located at 1739 Martin Luther King Jr. Way
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the use and closure of West 24th Street from the West entrance of the Amtrak Station to Martin Luther King Jr Way, Martin Luther King Jr. Way from West 24th Street to West Main Street and a portion of the City Parking Lot #14 located at 1739 Martin Luther King Jr. Way on Monday, January 15, 2024, to hold a march, parade and food preparation for the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the request by Tamara Cobb and the Martin Luther King Jr. Celebration Committee to close West 24th Street from the West entrance of the Amtrak | approved | Pass |
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23-1123
| 1 | I.12. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced Approving a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for July 1, 2024 Through June 30, 2025 (ROPS 24-25)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving and adopting a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule as the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, which is due to the Department of Finance by February 1, 2024.
RECOMMENDATION
Successor Agency - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution SA 2024-01, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced approving the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) including Administrative Budget for July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025; and,
B. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make any necessary budget adjustments. | approved | Pass |
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24-020
| 1 | I.13. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of a Professional Service Agreement with Provost & Pritchard to Provide Environmental Consulting Services to the City of Merced as the Successor Agency for FY 24/25
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Professional Service Agreement with Provost & Pritchard to provide environmental consulting services to the City of Merced as the Successor Agency to the former Redevelopment Agency for fiscal year 24/25.
RECOMMENDATION
Successor Agency - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a Professional Service Agreement with Provost & Pritchard for consulting services starting July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025, in a not to exceed amount of $393,000.00 from the 2024-2025 Successor Agency Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS); and,
B. Authorizing the Executive Director or designee to execute the necessary documents; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments. | approved | Pass |
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24-027
| 1 | I.16. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of the Suspension of the Double Business License Fee Collected Within the Business Improvement Area as Contained in Chapter 3.44 - Business Improvement Area Tax in the Merced Municipal Code
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving not collecting the Business Improvement Area Tax which was identified as part of the Downtown Merced Property Based Improvement District Management Plan since the PBID would be funded through the voluntary property assessment. Staff is recommending the Downtown Business Area Tax be suspended until further notice.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2024-07 a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Suspending the Collection of the Business Improvement Area Tax as Contained in Chapter 3.44 (Business Improvement Area Tax) of the Merced Municipal Code; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and,
C. Directing the Finance Officer to suspend collecting the tax as part of the Business License process. | approved | Pass |
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23-1122
| 1 | I.9. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Award Bid to Santos Ford for the Purchase of Three (3) New SUV Interceptors for a Cost of $49,335.00 Each, Totaling $148,005 for the Police Department
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding the bid to Santos Ford for the purchase of three new SUV interceptors for the Police Department for a total cost of $148,005.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Awarding the bid to Santos Ford for the supply of three new SUV interceptors, for a total cost of $148,005; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make any necessary budget adjustments; and,
D. Authorizing the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order(s), and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price. | approved | Pass |
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24-018
| 1 | I.11. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Considers the Adoption of a Resolution Approving Final Map #5412 for Renaissance 154, Phase 3 Subdivision for 31 Single-Family Lots, Generally Located North of Merced Avenue, Approximately 2,000 Feet East of Coffee Street Avenue and the Approval of the Subdivision Agreement for the Renaissance 154, Phase 3 Subdivision
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting the Final Map #5412 for 31 single-family lots, located north of Merced Avenue, approximately 2,000 feet east of Coffee Street, and the subdivision agreement for the Renaissance 154, Phase 3 Subdivision.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2024-04, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the Final Subdivision Map for the Renaissance 154, Phase 3 Subdivision (#5412); and,
B. Approving the Subdivision Agreement for the Renaissance 154, Phase 3 Subdivision; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute all necessary documents. | approved | Pass |
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24-025
| 1 | I.14. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Request for Approval Reimbursement Agreement HSR 22-27 with the California High Speed Rail Authority in the Amount of $500,000 for the Downtown Station Land Use and Vision Plan
REPORT IN BRIEF:
Considers approving the reimbursement with High Speed Rail Authority to the City of Merced up to $500,000 for the Downtown Station Land Use and Vision Plan as part of the overall City of Merced General Plan comprehensive update.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2024-05, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving High Speed Rail Agreement #22-27 with the California High Speed Rail Authority for reimbursement of costs related to the preparation of a Land Use and Vision Plan for the Downtown Station as part of the General Plan Update; and,
B. Authorizing the City of Merced to enter into High Speed Rail Reimbursement Agreement #22-27 with High Speed Rail Authority for Downtown Station land use planning and visioning in amount of $500,000; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary docume | approved | Pass |
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24-026
| 1 | I.15. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for Technical Review in an Amount of $300,000
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving proposed Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority to Reimburse the City of Merced for staff costs associated with reviewing plans and specifications, providing information on utilities, and technical documents as necessary as part of the Merced segment and Downtown Station.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2024-06, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving a reimbursement agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for reimbursement of costs related to the review of technical studies, legal documents, and design plan for the high speed rail project; and,
B. Authorizing the City of Merced to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority for Technical Review not to exceed $300,000; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents; a | approved | Pass |
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23-1004
| 1 | J.1. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of Resolution Accepting the Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 as Required by Government Code Section 66006(b)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced accepting the City’s Annual Compliance Report for Development Impact Fees (AB 1600) as required by Government Code section 66006(b).
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting the Annual Compliance Report for Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year 2022/2023 which contains the information required by California Government Code Section 66006(b); and,
B. Adopting Resolution 2024-03, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, accepting the Development Impact Fees Fiscal Year 2022/2023 Annual Report and making findings related to unexpended developer deposits for public improvements as required by California Government Code Section 66001. | approved | Pass |
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23-536
| 1 | J.2. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Approving the Sale of the Housing Successor Agency Properties at 1815 and 1823 I Street, and 205 and 211 W. 18th Street, and 202 W. 19th Street; Accepting the Summary Report Pursuant to Section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code; Approving a Disposition and Development Agreement Between the City of Merced (Acting on its Own Behalf and as the Housing Successor) and Linc Housing for the Development of a 54-Unit Apartment Complex with 53 Affordable Units; and Approval of Density Bonus #23-01 Initiated by Linc Housing, Corporation to Allow Concessions for the Development of the Affordable Complex on 5 Parcels Generally Located at the Northwest Corner of 18th and I Streets and the Southwest Corner of 19th and I Streets
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Resolution approving the sale of the housing successor agency properties at 1815 and 1823 I Street, and 205 and 211 W. 18th Street, and 202 W. 19th Street, including accepting the Section 33433 report. Then consider various actions including the approval of the Disposition | approved | Pass |
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23-1026
| 1 | J.3. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider General Plan Amendment #17-02 and Site Utilization Plan Revision #12 to Planned Development (P-D) #42, Initiated by Benchmark Engineering, on Behalf of Bellevue Merced, LLC, Baxter Ranches, LLC, and Stonefield Home, Inc., the General Plan Amendment and Site Utilization Plan Revision Would Amend the Land Use Designation for Approximately 156 Acres of Land Within the Bellevue Ranch Master Development Plan (BRMDP) Area. The Site Utilization Plan Revision Would Also Amend Table 6.1 of the BRMDP Related to Required Roadway Improvements and the Timing of Said Improvements. This Property is Generally Bounded by the City Limit Line to the North, Cardella Road to the South, G Street to the East, and the City Limit Line to the West
REPORT IN BRIEF
Request for City Council approval of a General Plan Amendment and Site Utilization Plan Revision amending the land use designations for approximately 156 acres of land within the Bellevue Ranch Master Development Plan (BRMDP) and the modification of Table 6.1 of the BRMDP related to required improvements and the | continued | Pass |
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24-022
| 1 | K.1. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Request by the Property Based Improvement District Formation Committee to the City Council to Appoint the Board of Directors for the Downtown Property Based Improvement District (PBID)
REPORT IN BRIEF
The Property Based Improvement District Formation Committee is requesting the City Council appoint recommended business owners and property owners to the Property Based Improvement District (PBID) Board of Directors. The appointed board members and officers will be able to proceed conducting the business of the PBID.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Appointing the following PBID Board Members; Eric Hamm, Chair, Doug Fluetsch, Vice Chair, Peg Larson, Secretary, Grey Roberts, Treasurer, Robin Donovan, Board Member, Elmer Lorenzi, Board Member, and Robert Matsuo, Board Member; and,
B. Appointing the City Manager to the PBID Board; and,
C. Directing the City Clerk to provide the Certified Minute Action to the PBID Board. | approved | Pass |
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23-1085
| 1 | K.2. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Request Authorization to Waive the Competitive Bidding Process for Community Park 42 (CP-42) and Single Source the Remainder of the Work as Approved by the Merced City Council for the Construction of the Second Phase of Development at Community Park 42 (CP-42), Including the Approval of Contract Change Order No. 2 on Project Number CP220061 - Community Park 42 (CP-42) in the Amount of $1,532,539 for Additional Work
REPORT IN BRIEF
Staff request authorization to waive the competitive bidding requirements for CP-42 and single source the remainder of the work as approved by City Council for the construction of the second phase of development at CP-42, and request Council approve Contract Change Order No. 2 for additional site grading; installing the electrical for irrigation controls, lights, and field lights; installing storm drain and irrigation for the two extra soccer fields and landscaping, sidewalks, and basketball courts; and contract quantity adjustments in the amount of $1,532,539.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s compe | approved | Pass |
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24-006
| 1 | K.3. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Consideration and Approval of the First Substantial Amendment to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2023 Annual Action Plan Involving Changes to Available Resources, Projects and Activities, and Goals and Objectives Affected by the Reallocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Funding to Projects in Support of an Affordable Rental Housing Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the First Substantial Amendment to the HUD 2023 Annual Action Plan for changes to funding, projects, activities, and goals involving CDBG funds that support the acquisition of land for and the development of an affordable housing project (Devonwood Apartments).
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2024-02, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving Substantial Amendment #1 to the Program Year 2023-2024 Annual Action Plan; Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to Execute any Related Documents, Certifications, and/or Agreements Resulting from this Amendment; Certifying Compliance with the | approved | Pass |
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23-1089
| 1 | K.4. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Arts and Cultural Advisory Commission (ACAC) to Present Project Award Selections for Heartland Grant Project
REPORT IN BRIEF
ACAC to present artist and design recommendations to the City Council for seven projects funded by the Heartland Grant.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission’s recommendations of artists and their designs to be installed at City owned locations funded by the Heartland Grant. | approved | Pass |
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24-007
| 1 | L.1. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Council Member Ornelas’ Request for a Report on Pre-Hire and Post-Hire Required Training for Dispatchers and Police Officers
REPORT IN BRIEF
Council Member Ornelas’ request for a report on pre-hire and post-hire required training for Dispatchers and Police Officers.
RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff on the next steps. | | |
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24-008
| 1 | L.2. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Update on Town Hall Locations and Outreach Efforts
REPORT IN BRIEF
Updating the City Council on Town Hall locations and outreach efforts.
RECOMMENDATION
Information Only. | | |
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23-1092
| 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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23-1093
| 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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