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Meeting date/time:
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7/17/2023
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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23-620
| 1 | C.1. | | Special Presentation Item | SUBJECT: Presentation from Merced County on Castle Inland Port
REPORT IN BRIEF
A presentation will be given by Merced County to give a Community Update on the Castle Inland Port. | | |
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23-553
| 1 | F.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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23-586
| 1 | F.2. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Information Only - Planning Commission Minutes of January 18, 2023, and June 7, 2023
RECOMMENDATION
For information only. | approved | Pass |
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23-579
| 1 | F.3. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority Meeting Minutes of July 3, 2023
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 July 3, 2023. | approved | Pass |
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23-604
| 1 | F.4. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Authorization to Modify the Personnel/Budget Allocation in the City Attorney’s Department to Add One Chief Deputy City Attorney Position, to Remove One Senior Deputy City Attorney Position and to Overfill the Position of Paralegal Office Administrator for Four Months to Allow Adequate Time for Recruitment and Training Due to Retirement of Current Incumbent
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing the modification to the Personnel/Budget Allocation in the City Attorney’s Department.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2023-60, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Amending the Personnel/Budget Allocation in the City Attorney’s Department to Add One Chief Deputy City Attorney Position, to Remove a Senior Deputy City Attorney Position, and to Overfill the Position of Paralegal Office Administrator for Four Months to Allow Adequate Time for Recruitment and Training Due to Retirement of Current Incumbent. | approved | Pass |
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23-614
| 1 | F.5. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adopting a Resolution of the City of Merced City Council Authorizing an Application to the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) Measure V Regional 2023 Implementation Plan Call for Projects
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2023-61, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving an application to the Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) Measure V Regional 2023 Implementation Plan Call for Projects; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to take actions and execute any necessary documents to implement the City Council’s direction on this matter. | approved | Pass |
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23-504
| 1 | F.6. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Setting a Public Hearing for Monday, August 21, 2023, to Vacate a Portion of Right-of-Way on the South Side of Main Street Between R Street and T Street and Reserving an Easement for Public Improvements (Vacation #23-01 and #23-02)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution to set a public hearing for August 21, 2023, to vacate a portion of right-of-way on the south side of Main Street between R Street and T Street and reserving an easement for public improvements.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2023-59, A Resolution of the City Council of The City of Merced, California, declaring its intention to vacate a portion of Right-of-Way on the south side of Main Street Between R Street and T Street and reserving an easement for public improvements (Vacation #23-01 and #23-02) and setting a time and place for a Public Hearing. | approved | Pass |
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23-558
| 1 | F.7. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval of City-Owned Real Property Use Request #23-12 by the Merced Main Street Association for the Use of Bob Hart Square Park to Host Their Annual Fundraising Event, “Burgers and Brews” Which Includes the Serving of Alcohol, on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a request by the Merced Main Street Association to allow the exclusive use of Bob Hart Square Park on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for their “Burgers and Brews” fundraiser event, to include the serving of alcohol.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving the exclusive use of Bob Hart Square Park on Saturday, September 23, 2023, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. for a “Burgers and Brews” gourmet burger and local microbrewery beer sampling event, allowing the serving of alcohol; subject to the conditions outlined in the administrative report; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute all documents necessary to ensure compliance with the approved conditions. | approved | Pass |
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23-544
| 1 | F.8. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements to Purchase One (1) FR Conversions Pioneer II Type 2 Ambulance from RedSky Emergency Vehicles for $140,016.41 plus a 10% Contingency ($14,001.64)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for the purchase of one (1) FR Conversions Pioneer II Type 2 Ambulance from RedSky Emergency Vehicles for $ 140,016.41 plus a 10% Contingency ($14,001.64).
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 due to time of delivery of equipment in purchasing a FR Conversions Pioneer II Type 2 ambulance; and,
B. Authorizing the purchase of one (1) FR Conversions Pioneer II Type 2 ambulance with the total purchase price of $140,016.41; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents, the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments, and the City Purchasing Supervisor to issue the | approved | Pass |
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23-591
| 1 | F.9. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements to Purchase One (1) Stryker Gurney, One (1) Stryker Power-Pro XT Cot, One (1) Stryker Stair-Pro, and One (1) Stryker LIFEPAK 15 with Stryker ProCare Service at $139,715.04
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving to waive the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for the purchase of one (1) Stryker Gurney, one (1) Stryker Power-Pro XT Cot, one (1) Stryker Stair-Pro, and one (1) Stryker LIFEPAK 15 with Stryker ProCare Service at $139,715.04.
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 standardization of equipment in purchasing one (1) Stryker Gurney, one (1) Stryker Power-Pro XT Cot, one (1) Stryker Stair-Pro, and one (1) Stryker LIFEPAK 15 with Stryker ProCare Service at $139,715.04; and,
B. Authorizing the purchase of one (1) Stryker Gurney, one (1) Stryker Power-Pro XT Cot, one (1) Stryker Stair-Pro, and one (1) Stryker LIFEPAK 15 with Stryk | approved | Pass |
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23-606
| 1 | F.10. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Acceptance of Grant Award for a Maximum of $25,000 From CalOES Governor’s Office of Emergency Services as the Administering Organization for the Listos California CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Support Grant
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting a grant award for a maximum of $25,000 from CalOES Governor’s Office of Emergency Services as the administering organization for the Listos California CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) Support Grant.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting grant funds up to a maximum of $25,000 from CalOES Governor’s Office of Emergency Services as the administering organization for the Listos California CERT Support Grant; and,
B. Confirming and Authorizing the City Manager’s execution of the contract/standard agreement, including any amendments, and other necessary documents pertaining to the life of the grant; and,
C. Increasing revenue in the amount of $25,000, and appropriating the same in Fund 1000-General Fund-Fire, and;
D. Authorizing the use of pooled cash to cover the appropriation until grant | approved | Pass |
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23-622
| 1 | F.11. | | Consent Item | SUBJECT: Authorization to Set a Public Hearing for August 7, 2023, for the Introduction of the Fire Department’s Master Fee Schedule, and Adoption of a Resolution Updating the Fees
REPORT IN BRIEF
Set a Public Hearing for August 7, 2023, for the purpose of introducing the Fire Department’s Master Fee Schedule, and adoption of a Resolution updating the fees.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion setting a Public Hearing for August 7, 2023, to consider introducing the Fire Department’s Master Fee Schedule and adoption of a resolution adopting the fees. | approved | Pass |
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23-588
| 1 | G.1. | | Public Hearing Item | SUBJECT: Introducing Zoning Ordinance Amendment #23-01, Initiated by the City of Merced this Application Involves Changes to the Merced Zoning Ordinance (Title 20 of the Merced Municipal Code) Which Amends Merced Municipal Code Section 20.44.170 (Regulation of Commercial Cannabis Activities - Commercial Cannabis Business Permit Required); This Amendment Increases the Maximum Number of Retail Cannabis Dispensaries Allowed Within the City from Five to Up to Ten, Add a New Section Allowing Council Consideration of Alternative Sites for Retail Cannabis Business Applications Under Appeal, Include Local Ownership Requirements for Cannabis Retail Permits Issued After November 3, 2021, and Various Other Amendments
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers introducing an Ordinance amending Section 20.44.170 of the Merced Municipal Code Regarding Regulation of Commercial Cannabis Activities - Commercial Cannabis Business Permit Required, which would increasing the number of cannabis retail permits (from 5 to up to 10), allow alternative sites for retail cannabis business applications under appeal, and inclu | approved | Pass |
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23-599
| 1 | H.1. | | Report Item | SUBJECT: Presentation from the City of Merced Fire Department on Fireworks
REPORT IN BRIEF
Merced Fire Department and Merced Police Department worked together to enforce the City of Merced Ordinance on fireworks. 30 citations were written between MFD and MPD. Chief Parker will make a brief presentation on the public inputs and enforcement results. | | |
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23-593
| 1 | I.1. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission (1 Ex-Officio)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Arts and Culture Advisory Commission (1 Ex-Officio); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Pass |
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23-594
| 1 | I.2. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission (Districts 3 and 5) and (1 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 (Districts 3 and 5) and (1 Ex-Officio); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Pass |
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23-595
| 1 | I.3. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Building and Housing Board of Appeals (1 Seat)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill vacancies on the Building and Housing Board of Appeals.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Building and Housing Board of Appeals (one [1] vacancy); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Fail |
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23-596
| 1 | I.4. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Planning Commission (Districts 1, 2, and 3)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill seats on the Planning Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Planning Commission (Districts 1, 2, and 3); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Pass |
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23-597
| 1 | I.5. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Recreation and Parks Commission (Districts 2 and 3) and (At-Large)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill seats on the Recreation and Parks Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Recreation and Parks Commission (Districts 2 and 3) and (At-Large); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Pass |
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23-598
| 1 | I.6. | | Business Item | SUBJECT: Annual Appointments to the Regional Airport Authority (3 Seats)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accept nominations to fill two vacancies on the Regional Airport Authority.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting nominations and appointing individuals to serve as members of the Regional Airport Authority (3 seats); or,
B. Accepting nominations and appointing as many members as Council sees appropriate and directing staff to continue the recruitment of applicants. | approved | Pass |
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23-541
| 1 | I.7. | | 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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23-543
| 1 | I.8. | | 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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