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Meeting Name: City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority Agenda status: Final
Meeting date/time: 1/5/2026 6:00 PM Minutes status: Draft  
Meeting location: City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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26-056 1B.1. Closed Session ItemSUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION City of Merced v. California Department of Fish and Wildlife, et al. MSC Case No. 23CV 03845 Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)   Not available Not available
26-027 1H.1. Consent ItemSUBJECT: 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.   Not available Not available
26-043 1H.2. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Information Only Contracts for the Month of December 2025 REPORT IN BRIEF Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $39,000 and of Public Works contracts under $87,278.   Not available Not available
26-009 1H.3. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Introduction of Ordinance to Amend Section 15.32.080, “State Connection Regulations - Backflow Protection Apparatus (BPA)” of the Merced Municipal Code to Reflect the State of California Water Board’s Regulatory Replacement of Title 17 with the Cross Connection Control Policy Handbook REPORT IN BRIEF Introduction of Ordinance to amend Section 15.32.080, “State Connection Regulations - Backflow Protection Apparatus (BPA),” to comply with new regulations that require all water suppliers to follow the most recent version of the State of California Water Board’s Cross Connection Control Policy Handbook, the regulatory document used to create the City of Merced Water Division’s Cross Connection Control Plan. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion introducing Ordinance 2586, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending Section 15.32.080, “State Connection Regulations - Backflow Control Devices,” of the Merced Municipal Code.   Not available Not available
26-040 1H.4. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Approval of the Transition of Public Meeting Livestreams from Facebook to YouTube REPORT IN BRIEF Approval of the transition of public meetings from Facebook to YouTube to ensure long term public access, improved accessibility features, and broader compatibility across devices, while continuing to utilize existing broadcast platforms. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion approving the transition of public meeting livestreams from Facebook to YouTube.   Not available Not available
26-039 1H.5. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Transfer a Strip of Land Situated at 626 West Main Street (APN 031-134-025) to the City of Merced REPORT IN BRIEF Authorizes the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced to transfer its interest in 626 West Main Street to the City of Merced for future development project. RECOMMENDATION Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - Adopt a motion: A. Approving the transfer of real property situated at 626 West Main Street (APN 031-134-025) to the City of Merced; and, B. Authorizing the Executive Director or Designee to execute the necessary documents.   Not available Video Video
26-049 1H.6. Consent ItemSUBJECT: 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, 2026, Through June 30, 2027 (ROPS 26-27) 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, 2026, through June 30, 2027, which is due to the Department of Finance by February 1, 2026. RECOMMENDATION Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency - Adopt a motion approving Resolution SA 2026-01, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced approving a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 26-27) including Administrative Budget for July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.   Not available Not available
26-037 1H.7. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Approving Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority Joint Powers Agreement as Amended and Restated REPORT IN BRIEF Considers approving a Joint Powers Agreement as Amended and Restated with the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority (CSJVRMA) to coordinate for the purpose of pooling funds to provide coverage for indemnification and defense and to purchase excess insurance for certain civil claims involving general liability. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2026-03, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving Amendment to Joint Powers Agreement of the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority. B. Authorizing the execution of Joint Powers Agreement as Amended and Restated with CSJVRMA to amend the Agreement dated July 1, 1994, and as amended July 1, 2025. C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.   Not available Not available
26-050 1H.8. Consent ItemSUBJECT: 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, 2026, 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, 2026, to comply with State of California minimum wage requirements. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting a Resolution 2026-02, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending the salary range 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.   Not available Not available
26-047 1H.9. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Approval of Street Closure Request and Use of City Owned Real Estate by the Reverend Dr. Martin Luther King Committee for the Annual Martin Luther King Jr. Community March and Celebration on January 19, 2026, West 24th Street from the West Entrance of the Amtrak Station to I Street, 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: Authorizes the use and closure of West 24th Street from the West entrance of the Amtrak Station to I Street, 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 19, 2026, to hold a march, parade and food preparation for the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. celebration. RECOMMENDATION: City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting a motion approving the street closures for the parade staging area and route: W 24th Street from the east side of the west ent   Not available Not available
25-1066 1H.10. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution to Accept the Grant Award of $112,026 from the California Department of Justice California Healthcare, Research and Prevention Tobacco Tax Act of 2016 Proposition 56 Grant for the Police Department to Conduct the Following Operations on Overtime Status: Shoulder Tap Enforcement Operations, Minor Decoy Enforcement Operations, Retail License Inspections, and Officer Education REPORT IN BRIEF Considers accepting grant funding from the California Department of Justice (CADOJ) offered to the Merced Police Department in the amount of $112,026 from the California Healthcare, Research and Prevention Tobacco Tax Act of 2016 Proposition 56 Grant to conduct the following operations on overtime status: shoulder tap enforcement operations, minor decoy enforcement operations, retail license inspections, and officer education. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Adopting Resolution 2026-05, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, to accept the grant funds in the amount of $112,026 from the State of California D   Not available Video Video
26-054 1H.11. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Consideration of the First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chapter 10.24 of the Merced Municipal Code to Prohibit Pedestrian Crossings Outside of Crosswalks and Repealing Existing Section 10.24.020. REPORT IN BRIEF The Ordinance proposes revisions to Chapter 10.24 of the Merced Municipal Code to expressly prohibit pedestrians crossing outside of crosswalks and repeal the City of Merced’s existing prohibition against standing in the roadway in accordance with California law. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Introducing and approving the first reading of Ordinance 2587, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Amending Chapter 10.24 of the Merced Municipal Code to prohibit pedestrian crossings outside of crosswalks and repeal the prohibition on standing in roadways; and, B. Set the Ordinance for a second reading and adoption.   Not available Video Video
26-055 1H.12. Consent ItemSUBJECT: Approval of the Finance Officer Employment Agreement Extension for a Term of Five Years and Certain Benefits and Terms of Condition of Employment REPORT IN BRIEF Considers the approval of the Finance Officer Employment Agreement for an additional term of five years with certain benefits and terms of condition of employment. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion approving the Finance Officer Employment Agreement for an additional term of five years with benefits and terms of conditions of employment.   Not available Not available
26-052 1H.13. Consent ItemSUBJECT: A Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Necessary to Effectuate the Sale of the Real Property located at 415 W. 18th Street, Merced, California, commonly known as the Merced Federal Building (“Property”) REPORT IN BRIEF Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to (1) allow the United States, acting through the General Services Administration, to exercise its reversionary interest in the property located at 415 W. 18th Street, Merced, California (APN 031-064-007), commonly known as the Merced Federal Building, and (2) facilitate the subsequent sale of the property to the Merced County Office of Education (“MCOE”). RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion: A. Authorizing the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to allow the United States, acting through the General Services Administration, to exercise its reversionary interest in the property located at 415 W. 18th Street, Merced, California; and, B. Adopting Resolution 2026-04, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, C   Not available Video Video
26-060 1I.1. Business ItemSUBJECT: Council Member Smith’s Request to Discuss Council Policy C-8 Regarding Council Subcommittee’s REPORT IN BRIEF Council Member Smith’s request to discuss a Council Policy he drafted regarding Council subcommittees. RECOMMENDATION Provide direction to staff on the next steps.   Not available Video Video
25-1076 1I.2. Business ItemSUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving the Revision of the City Council Policy for Distribution of City Awards and Other Forms of Recognition from the City Council REPORT IN BRIEF Considers adopting a Resolution and the proposed revisions to the City Council Policy for Distribution of City Awards and Other Forms of Recognition from the City Council. RECOMMENDATION City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-01, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Adopting City Council Policy C-2, Distribution of City Awards and Other Forms of Recognition from the City Council.   Not available Video Video
26-025 1I.3. Business ItemSUBJECT: 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.   Not available Video Video
26-031 1I.4. Business ItemSUBJECT: 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.   Not available Video Video