Agenda — Brawley City Council, May 5, 2026

Brawley City Council &
Successor Agency to Brawley
Community Redevelopment Agency
Regular Meeting Agenda
May 5, 2026 at 5:00 PM
City Council Chambers
383 Main Street
Brawley, California 92227
This meeting will be broadcast live at https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 JJ Galvan, Mayor Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
Timothy Kelley, Mayor Pro-Tempore William S. Smerdon, Acting City Treasurer John Grass, Council Member William S. Smerdon, City Attorney Perry Monita, Council Member Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager/ Gil Rebollar, Council Member Executive Director

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

INVOCATION

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA

2. CLOSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time for the public to address the City Council on any item appearing on the Closed Session agenda for this meeting.

ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (Two Cases)

CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATOR
Government Code §54957.6, Conference with Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager, Sylvia Vizcarra, Human Resources Administrator, and Peter Nguyen, Labor Specialist, on the following bargaining units:

I. Management, Confidential, and Unrepresented
II. Teamsters Local 542
III. Brawley Public Safety Employees Association
IV. Brawley Police Sergeants Association
V. Brawley Firefighters Association
VI. Unrepresented Part-Time and Temporary
RECONVENE TO OPEN SESSION – 6:00 PM

3. PUBLIC APPEARANCES/COMMENTS (Not to exceed 4 minutes.) This is the time for the public to address the Council on any item not appearing on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The Mayor will recognize you and when you come to the microphone, please state your name and address for the record. Speakers are expected to conduct themselves in a respectful and orderly manner. Disruptive behavior and profanity are not permitted. You are not allowed to make personal attacks on individuals or make comments which are slanderous, or which may invade an individual’s personal privacy. Please direct your questions and comments to the City Council.

Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be read at the meeting. Please email your questions to [email protected] or call 760-351-3048 any time before 2:30 PM, May 5, 2026. a. Public Comments for Items not on the Agenda

4. PUBLIC HEARING 6:00 P.M.
a. Public Hearing – Adoption of Proposed Amendment (DT26-01, ZC26-04, SPA26-03) to the May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan – Presented by Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director.

1. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendment to the May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan.

2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-12, approving the amendment to the May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan.

3. Approve implementation of the amended May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan.
(7 attachments)

5. CONSENT AGENDA
Items are approved by one motion. Council Members or members of the public may request consent items be considered separately at a time determined by the Mayor. a. Approve City Council Meeting Minutes: April 21, 2026 (1 attachment)
b. Approve Accounts Payable: April 04, 2026 to April 17, 2026 (3 attachments)
c. Ratification of Employment Contract for Fire Chief Mike York as Presented (3 attachments)
d. Ratification of Employment Contract for Acting Public Works Operations Manager Ana Gutierrez as Presented
(2 attachments)

e. Ratification of Employment Contract for Interim Engineering Lead Juan Manuel Cabrera as Presented
(2 attachments)
f. Ratification of Emergency Work – Storm Water Damage and Street Collapse at Rio Vista Avenue and River Drive
(3 attachments)
g. Approve Various City Vehicles as Surplus Property
(3 attachments)
h. Adopt Resolution in Support of State Funding for Local Municipalities for the Implementation of Proposition 36
(2 attachments)
i. Adopt the Lion’s Center Pool Waiver, Release, Hold Harmless, and Agreement Not to Sue
(2 attachments)
j. Approve Letter of Support for Imperial County Transportation Commission’s 2026 Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) Grant Application for the Imperial Valley Transit (IVT) Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility Project (2 attachments)

6. REGULAR BUSINESS
a. Request Council Direction Regarding the Deferral of Development Impact Fees and Water/Sewer Capacity Fees for Pacific West Development’s Buildout of La Paloma Subdivision Unit Nos. 1 and 2 – Presented by Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director.
(3 attachments)
b. Potential Action to Adopt Resolution to Accept the Imperial Irrigation District’s $35,000 Public Green Space Grant and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Funding Agreement
(4 attachments)
c. Potential Action to Adopt Resolution Appointing One Member to the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission – Presented by Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager.
(3 attachments)
Applications received from:
• Ronald Gray III
• Ramiro Barajas
• Robert Lee Gonzalez II

7. CITY MANAGER REPORT

8. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS

9. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

10.INFORMATIONAL REPORT
ADJOURNMENT: Regular Meeting May 19, 2026 @ 5:30 PM, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California. Supporting Documents are available for public review in the Office of the City Clerk, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California 92227 - Monday through Friday during Regular Business Hours; Individuals who require special accommodations are requested to give 48 hours prior notice. Contact: Office of the City Clerk @ 760-351-3048.

Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 4a

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director
Prepared by: Adrian Ople, Planning Technician
Subject: Potential Action on Resolution to Adopt the May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan Amendment (DT26-01, ZC26-04, SPA26-03)
RECOMMENDATION:

City staff recommends City Council pass the resolution to adopt the May 2026 amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan that would expand the list of allowed-by-right uses and conditional use permits, re-designate two frontage type within the Specific Plan area, and establish preferred uses.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The City of Brawley’s Downtown Specific Plan was implemented in December 2012, putting forth a vision of urban development in Brawley’s Downtown core focusing on community character and themed mixed residential and commercial developments. The plan was shaped by public participation efforts carried out between 2009 and 2012, which included two community workshops, a walking tour, a joint study session, and numerous comment cards from residents. The resulting vision statement emphasized walkability through the integration of commercial and residential uses in the same area.

A byproduct of the themed community character in the plan resulted in the plan containing a narrow list of “allowed-by-right” uses. As such, the lack of a comprehensive list of uses permitted in each zone has inadvertently restricted what business owners were allowed to develop within the downtown. Many of the vacant lots recorded in before 2012 still remain vacant today, and some commercial uses that would typically be allowed by right in a downtown area often require approval by either the Planning Director or Planning Commission. Therefore, the City’s Planning Division, under the City Council and City Manager’s direction, have prepared a focused amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan that addresses these issues.

The proposed May 2026 Amendment to the 2012 Downtown Specific Plan mainly updates the list of permitted uses, while also suggesting selective updates on conditional and prohibited uses for each zone in the Specific Plan area. These changes move uses to less restrictive use categories (e.g., Director’s CUP to Permitted by Right). Certain uses not addressed in the original Specific Plan document have also been added to the tables, while generic land use categories have been given more descriptive names for further specificity. The “Permitted by Location” category has been expanded to all zones in the Downtown Specific Plan area to address special cases and encourage modest development within lower-intensity zones without compromising the “small town feel” envisioned in the original Specific Plan. North-south streets (e.g., 2nd Street, 3rd Street, etc.) have been promoted as sites for low-intensity commercial activity besides offices within neighborhood areas, promoting the original walkable vision within Downtown. Other changes are proposed to be in alignment with historic 4a
uses of certain frontage types. For example, allowing retail and dining in the Civic Center Neighborhood zone is in alignment with the already established business character within said zone.

The plan amendments also introduce the “Preferred Use” category, which has been created as a subtype of “Permitted by Right” uses, further elevating uses that are especially desirable and more closely align with the plan’s original vision. Preferred uses may entail incentives, which include but are not limited to reduced fees, streamlined reviews, and technical assistance. City staff would evaluate these project proposals based on objective standards to determine whether the proposal would fall under the “Preferred Use” category.

Lastly, this proposed amendment to the Downtown Specific Plan also includes a zone change that extends the West Village zones east to replace existing Civic Center zones to better reflect the existing commercial character west of Plaza Park. Vacant sites between 3rd Street and Imperial Avenue would be better positioned to be developed with a commercial character.

The City of Brawley Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the Draft May 2026 Downtown Specific Plan Amendment as presented at a public hearing held on April 1, 2026. If the City Council chooses to pass the resolution to adopt the Downtown Specific Plan following the Planning Commission’s recommendation, a Notice of Exemption will be filed with the Imperial County Recorder’s Office. This Specific Plan Amendment and Zone Change project is categorically exempt pursuant to CEQA
FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact to implement amendments. Work has been conducted in-house, and it is expected that the proposed amendments will yield positive fiscal benefits as more businesses intend to operate within downtown.

ALTERNATIVES:

No alternatives are suggested.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director, ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
4a
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-12

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE AMENDMENT OF THE DOWNTOWN SPECIFIC PLAN (PD12-01).

WHEREAS, the City Council approved and adopted the Downtown Specific Plan (PD12-01) via Ordinance No. 2013-02 following its second reading on January 15, 2013; and WHEREAS, City staff have found it necessary to amend said Specific Plan to provide for the reasonable use and development of the area of the City included within said Specific Plan; and WHEREAS, said Specific Plan amendment is based upon the City of Brawley General Plan and City of Brawley Zoning Ordinance within the guidelines of said Specific Plan, as adopted by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Planning Commission finds that the Specific Plan amendment does provide for the reasonable use and development of the area of the City included within said Specific Plan; WHEREAS, the City Council has considered said Specific Plan amendment and the recommendations of the Development Services Department, Public Works Department, and with respect thereto, has determined that the requirements hereinafter enumerated are necessary to ensure that the Specific Plan, and the implementation thereof, will conform to all ordinances, policies, rules, standards, and improvement and design requirements of the City of Brawley except as specifically waived;
THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED AS FOLLOWS: that the City Council hereby amends the Downtown Specific Plan reflecting:

1. The change in permitted land uses as identified in Attachment A.

2. The implementation of a preferred use designation as identified in Attachment B.

3. The change in zoning and frontage designation as identified in Attachment C.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that this Resolution shall take effect on May 5, 2026.

APPROVED, PASSED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 5th day of May, 2026.

CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA
___________________________
ATTEST: JJ Galvan, Mayor
___________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
4a.1

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF IMPERIAL

CITY OF BRAWLEY
I, Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk of the City of Brawley, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-12 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Brawley, California, at a regular meeting held on the 5th day of May, 2026, and that it was so adopted by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

DATED: May 5, 2026 ___________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
4a.1
Civic Center Main Street
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Retail sales
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Personal services
• Civic services
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Temporary outdoor sales, events,
farmer’s markets, and festivals
(per guidelines and parameters of
City Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Service
• Professional office
• Temporary outdoor sales, events,
and festivals (per guidelines and
parameters of City Council
Resolution)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Self-service laundries
• Veterinarian services
• Gyms / training centers
• Water (only) stores
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage.
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage.
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Medical services
4a.2
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Self-service laundries
• Medical/Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Other similar uses as determined
by Planning Director
• Sidewalk dining
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Other similar uses as determined
by Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Drive-thrus
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Civic Center Neighborhood
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Personal services
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Service
• Professional office
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Child care centers
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Self-service laundries
4a.2
• Veterinarian services
• Water (only) stores
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Retail sales (adjacent to northsouth streets)
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property; adjacent to
north-south streets)
• Gyms / training centers (adjacent
to north-south streets)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Lodging
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Temporary outdoor sales
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Retail sales
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Lodging
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Medical services
• Sidewalk dining
• Temporary outdoor sales
• Events and festivals
• Gyms / training centers
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Bars and cocktail lounges
4a.2
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
West Village Main Street
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Retail sales
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Personal services
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Service
• Professional office
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Self-service laundries
• Veterinarian services
• Gyms / training centers
• Water (only) stores
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage
4a.2
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Outdoor dining
• Sidewalk dining
• Temporary outdoor sales
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Medical services
• Outdoor dining
• Sidewalk dining
• Temporary outdoor sales
• Events and festivals
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Other similar uses as determined
by Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
4a.2
West Village Neighborhood
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Personal services
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Service (as permitted by Section

27.200: Home Occupations of the
Zoning Ordinance)
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Child care centers
• Water (only) stores
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Retail sales (adjacent to northsouth streets)
• Gyms / training centers (adjacent
to north-south streets)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Service
• Professional office
• Child care centers
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Events and festivals
• Retail sales
• Self-service laundries
• Veterinarian services
• Gyms / training centers
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Lodging
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Lodging
• Medical services
• Sidewalk dining
• Places of assembly
4a.2
• Places of assembly
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
East Village Main Street
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Retail sales
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Personal services
• Administrative and professional
offices
4a.2
• Temporary outdoor sales, events,
farmer’s markets, and festivals
(per guidelines and parameters of
City Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Service
• Professional office
• Temporary outdoor sales, events,
and festivals (per guidelines and
parameters of City Council
Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Self-service laundries
• Veterinarian services
• Gyms / training centers
• Water (only) stores
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units:
residential units are only allowed
on upper floors or within ground
floor locations that do not have
street frontage
• Lodging: sleeping rooms are only
allowed on upper floors or within
ground floor locations that do not
have street frontage
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Child care centers
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Medical services
• Outdoor dining
• Sidewalk dining
• Temporary outdoor sales
• Events and festivals
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Other similar uses as determined
by Planning Director
4a.2
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Places of assembly
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
East Village Neighborhood
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Personal services
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Service (as permitted by Section

27.200: Home Occupations of the
Zoning Ordinance)
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Child care centers
• Water (only) stores
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
4a.2
Permitted by
Location
• Retail sales (adjacent to northsouth streets)
• Gyms / training centers (adjacent
to north-south streets)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Service
• Professional office
• Child care centers
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Events and festivals
• Retail sales
• Self-service laundries
• Veterinarian services
• Gyms / training centers
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Lodging
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Places of assembly
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property)
• Lodging
• Medical services
• Sidewalk dining
• Places of assembly
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
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• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Warehousing
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
East Village Enterprise
Entitlement Type Existing Plan Proposed Amendment
Preferred • Preferred uses will be those listed
in Table 27.92 of the Zoning
Ordinance for Light Industrial (M-1)
uses and Table 27.82 of the Zoning
Ordinance for Service and
Professional (C-P) uses, with
exceptions noted in this table
• Warehousing
• Research and development
• Administrative and professional
offices
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Right
• Light Industrial
• Warehousing
• Research and development
• Professional office
• Temporary outdoor sales (per
guidelines and parameters of City
Council Resolution)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Personal services
• Retail sales (heavy duty such as
auto parts and industrial products)
• Self-service laundries
• Gyms / training centers
• Water (only) stores
• Dental offices
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Permitted by
Location
• Permitted by Location uses will be
those listed in Table 27.92 of the
Zoning Ordinance for Light
Industrial (M-1) uses in enclosed
buildings only, with exceptions
noted in this table
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• Restaurants and other non-drivethru eating establishments (including outdoor dining on
private property, south of Main
Street)
• Caretaker’s residences (1 per
approved industrial, warehousing,
storage, or auto sales use)
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Director’s
CUP
• Service
• Retail
• Dining (including outdoor dining
on private property)
• Child care centers
• Events and festivals
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Uses subject to the Planning
Director’s CUP will be those listed
in Table 27.92 of the Zoning
Ordinance for Light Industrial (M-1)
uses, with exceptions noted in this
table
• Retail sales (lower-intensity such
as groceries and clothing)
• Child care centers
• Events and festivals
• Medical services
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Planning
Commission
CUP
• Lodging
• Self-service laundries
• Medical services
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
storage
• Veterinarian services
• Sidewalk dining
• Places of assembly
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Uses subject to the Planning
Commission CUP will be those
listed in Table 27.92 of the Zoning
Ordinance for Light Industrial (M-1)
uses, with exceptions noted in this
table
• Lodging
• Mini-storage and indoor/outdoor
services
• Places of assembly
• Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thru eating establishments
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• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
Prohibited • Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Automobile sales/rentals
(new/used)
• Entertainment (movie theaters,
arcades, bowling alleys, live
performances, comedy clubs,
etc.)
• Tattoo parlors
• Pawn shops
• Liquor/convenience stores
• Smoke house, cigar lounge,
hookah lounge
• Kennels/animal hotels
• Drive-thrus
• Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses
• Medical marijuana dispensaries
• Automobile repair/service
stations, car washes
• Heavy industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
• Prohibited uses will be those
prohibited per Table 27.92 of the
Zoning Ordinance within Light
Industrial (M-1) zones, with
exceptions noted in this table
• Attached Single-Family and MultiFamily Residential Units • Bars and cocktail lounges
• Adult businesses, stores, and
entertainment establishments
• Cannabis dispensaries and all
related operations
• Heavy industrial/manufacturing
• Convalescent care/hospitals
• Shooting galleries
• Other similar uses as determined
by the Planning Director
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What are Preferred Uses?
There are typically three to four entitlement types: allowed-by-right uses, minor conditional use permits (CUPs), major conditional use permits, and prohibited uses. These determine what a property owner might be able to do with their property. Preferred uses are an additional subset of allowed-by-right uses that are especially desirable and more closely align with broader public goals and the specific community visions identified in past planning exercises.

These projects may be eligible for reduced fees, streamlined reviews, and technical assistance, effectively facilitating the development of such uses in areas of the City deemed important for revitalization. As determined by City leadership, these projects may also be highlighted by the City of Brawley as exemplary achievements that advance the community toward its identified goals.

To be eligible, project descriptions, schematics, and plans must demonstrate that 60% or more of the site or business operations fully align with the Preferred Use list for that location. Projects are ineligible for Preferred Use status if any project component requires a Conditional Use Permit (CUP). Determinations of Similar Use do not apply. These projects are designed not to negatively impact other allowed-by-right uses.

NOTE: Preferred uses would still be subject to additional fees as indicated by staff. Preferred use fees are still subject to annual adjustments (e.g., CPI). Other fees imposed by other departments are still applicable to Preferred Use projects.

Example of How Fees Apply to Various Entitlement Types and Uses Block A in Downtown Brawley was initially identified as a district suited for an enhanced pedestrian experience featuring small coffee shops and restaurants. To further revitalize this area, the Downtown Specific Plan was amended to expand the “allowed-by-right” uses to include barbershops, bookstores, retail shops, mini markets, etc. while further highlighting coffee shops and restaurants as “preferred use” businesses.

Entitlement Type Use Reasoning Typical Fees
Preferred Use
(also allowed by
right)
Coffee shops, restaurants
(non-drive-thru)
Encouraged to build as is. Closely
aligns with the community vision
Reduced fees and other
incentives
Allowed by Right
Barbershops, bookstores,
shops, mini markets, drug
stores, athletic facilities,
gyms, dance studios
Can build as is. Activates community
life without significant added
intensity to existing City
infrastructure
Standard fees (per updated fee
schedule)
Director’s CUP
(minor CUP)
Liquor stores, tattoo shops,
sports stores (e.g., bike
repair shops)
Might need slight changes. Requires
technical review due to higher
complexity. Might not necessarily
bring about significant public benefit
Standard fees + subject to
additional fees (e.g., CUP
processing, supplemental
drawings, CEQA)
Planning
Commission CUP
(major CUP)
Bowling alleys, arcades,
event centers, places of
worship, bars, medical and
professional offices
Might need major adjustments.

Requires technical review and public
input because use may depart from
the community vision
Standard fees + subject to
additional fees (e.g., CUP
processing, supplemental
drawings, traffic studies, CEQA)
Prohibited
Shooting galleries,
nightclubs, storage facilities,
drive-thrus
Cannot build as it contradicts or
undermines the community vision Not permitted
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Main Street (WM)
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Planning Commission Minutes| 1
April 1, 2026
The Planning Commission of the City of Brawley, California, met in Regular Session at 5:30 p.m., City Council Chambers, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California, on Wednesday, April 1, 2026

1. CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
The meeting is called to order by Chair Jay Goyal at 5:30 p.m.

Present: J. Alvarez, J. Goyal, D. Nunez, R. Palacio, and S. Wilcock

Absent: G. Marquez and C. Vandiver

2. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Motion: The Planning Commission approves the agenda as presented.

M/S/C: Wilcock/Palacio/5-0

3. APPROVAL OF MINUTES
Motion: N/A, no minutes presented.

M/S/C: N/A.

4. PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Chair Goyal called for public appearances for items not appearing on the Planning Commission Agenda. None. Public Comment closed at 5:32 p.m.

5. Draft 2026 Service Area Plan (SAP) Update
State law requires that all incorporated cities and special districts within the State of California prepare SAPs identifying the existing and projected demand for public facilities and services.

These updates are to occur at least every five (5) years. The current Service Area Plan (SAP) for the City of Brawley was adopted in 2018 to cover a twenty-year (20-yr) period between 2010 and 2030. A draft for the 2026 SAP was prepared by RICK Engineering to address the City’s ability to provide necessary services to areas within city limits and the Brawley Sphere of Influence. This update accounts for upcoming annexations and outlines how Brawley’s existing and project needs can be adequately funded and phased.

This was only an informational item for the Planning Commission before it moves onto City Council for approval.
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April 1, 2026

5. DT 26-01 / ZC 26-04 / SPA 26-03 – Downtown Specific Plan Amendment The City of Brawley seeks to amend its Downtown Specific Plan under Downtown Project (DT) #26-01, Zone Change (ZC) #26-04, and Specific Plan Amendment (SPA) #26-03). The proposed amendment would modify allowed land uses within the Downtown Specific Plan Area to be less restrictive towards certain kinds of commercial development. The Specific Plan Area’s West Village district will also be extended east by approximately one block from its current eastern boundary at 3rd Street.

Property Owner(s): Various

Applicant(s): City of Brawley
Location: Downtown Specific Plan Area
Properties Affected
By ZC: 300 blocks of “E” Street and “G” Street
301, 310, and 351 Main Street
115-135 S. Plaza Street
(APNs: 046-213-012 thru -016; 046-213-004 thru -
006; 046-214-010 thru -012; 048-062-002 thru -009;
and
048-111-001 thru -004, -009, -010, and -035)
By SPA: All properties in the Specific Plan Area
Public Comment: Planning Technician A. Ople brought forward comments from SoCalGas reminding all developers to contact 811 prior to excavation or demolition. A. Ople also brought forward comments from J. Armstrong supporting the amendment for the wider range of commercial uses allowed.

Motion: The Planning Commission moved to approve recommending DT #26-01 / ZC #26-04 / SPA #26-03 to City Council as presented.

M/S/C: Nunez/Wilcock/5-0
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April 1, 2026

6. ZOR 26-01 – Caretaker’s Residence Amendment
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOR) #26-01 proposes to allow caretaker’s residences as accessory uses by right in C-3 (Heavy Commercial) and M-1 (Light Manufacturing) zones.

Property Owner(s): N/A
Applicant(s): City of Brawley
Location: N/A
Properties Affected: All properties zoned C-3 or M-1
Public Comment: None.

Motion: The Planning Commission moved to approve recommending ZOR #26-01 to City Council as presented.

M/S/C: Wilcock/Nunez/5-0

7. ZOR 26-02 – Water Stores Amendment
Zoning Ordinance Amendment (ZOR) #26-02 proposes to permit water stores by right in all commercial zones (i.e., zones C-P, C-1, C-2, and C-3). The Planning Commission must review City staff’s findings and the draft text of the amendment. Following review, the Planning Commission must make recommendations to staff and the City Council.

Property Owner(s): N/A
Applicant(s): City of Brawley
Location: N/A
Properties Affected: All properties zoned C-P, C-1, C-2, and C-3 Public Comment: None.
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April 1, 2026
Motion: The Planning Commission moved to approve recommending staff revise ZOR #26-02 as presented to limit water stores’ permitted by-right status to only C-1, C-2, and C-3 zones.

M/S/C: Wilcock/Palacio/5-0

6. NEXT MEETING DATE
A meeting date was not set.

7. ADJOURNMENT
Motion: The Planning Commission meeting adjourned at 6:52 p.m.

M/S/C: Palacio/Nunez/5-0
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n
Notice of Exemption
To: Office of Planning and Research
P.O. Box 3044, Room 113
Sacramento, CA 95812-3044
County Clerk
County of: _lm_pe_r_ia_l ____ _
From: (Public Agency): City of Brawley
383 Main Street
Brawley, CA 92227
(Address)
Project Title: Downtown Specific Plan Amendment (DT26-01) Project Applicant: City of Brawley
Project Location - Specific:

Downtown Brawley, Brawley, CA 92227
Appendix E
Project Location - City: _B_r_a_w_le_y _____ _ Project Location - County: _lm_p_e_r_ia_l _____ _ Description of Nature, Purpose and Beneficiaries of Project:

The Plan amendment updates permitted land uses and entitlements within the Downtown Specific Plan area without increasing development intensity or approving any physical development, and is intended to support Downtown revitalization and business activity.

Name of Public Agency Approving Project: City of Brawley Planning Commission Name of Person or Agency Carrying Out Project: City of Brawley Development Services Department Exempt Status: (check one):
• Ministerial (Sec. 21080(b)(1 ); 15268);
• Declared Emergency (Sec. 21080(b)(3); 15269(a));
• Emergency Project (Sec. 21080(b)(4); 15269(b)(c));
m Categorical Exemption. State type and section number: Sec. 15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities) • Statutory Exemptions. State code number: ___________________ _ Reasons why project is exempt:

The project consists of regulatory amendments applicable to an existing, fully urbanized Downtown area and does not approve or authorize any physical development or expansion of use. The amendments allow additional uses within existing development standards and retain discretionary review for higher-intensity uses. As the action involves negligible or no expansion of existing use and no physical change to the environment, it is exempt pursuant to CEQA Guidelines §15301 (Class 1 - Existing Facilities).

Lead Agency C . th' B . Contact Person: ns Ian araJas Area Code/Telephone/Extension: (760) 344-8822 lf filed by applicant:

1. Attach certified document of exemption finding.

2. Has a Notice of Exemption been filed by the public agency approving the project? Yes No Signature: ____________ Date: _____ _ Title: Development Services Director • Signed by Lead Agency Signed by Applicant
Authority cited: Sections 21083 and 21110, Public Resources Code.

Reference: Sections 21108, 21152, and 21152.1, Public Resources Code.

Date Received tor filing at OPR: ____ _
Revised 2011
Print Form
4a.6

CITY OF BRAWLEY

CITY COUNCIL MEETING MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING
April 21, 2026
The City Council of the City of Brawley, California, met in a regular meeting at 4:30 p.m. at the City Council Chambers. The date, time, and place of said meeting were duly established. The City Clerk attests to the posting of the agenda in accordance with Cal. Govt. Code § 54954.2.

CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Galvan called the meeting to order at 4:30 p.m.

ROLL CALL
PRESENT: Rebollar (late), Monita, Grass, Kelley, Galvan PRESENT VIA ZOOM:

ABSENT:

1. APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Approved: m/s/c Kelley/Monita/4-0 (Rebollar Late)

2. CLOSSED SESSION
CLOSED SESSION PUBLIC COMMENTS: This is the time for the public to address the City Council on any item appearing on the Closed Session agenda for this meeting.

ADJOURN TO CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of Section 54956.9: (Two Cases)
Action taken in one item.
m/s/c Galvan/Kelley/5-0
Approval to enter into a settlement agreement with Global Payments.

3. PUBLIC APPEARANCES/COMMENTS (Not to exceed 4 minutes) This is the time for the public to address the Council on any item not appearing on the agenda that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council. The Mayor will recognize you and when you come to the microphone, please state your name for the record. You are not allowed to make personal attacks on individuals or make comments which are slanderous, or which may invade an individual’s personal privacy. Please direct your questions and comments to the City Council.

Any member of the public is invited to submit public comments in advance of the meeting to be read at the meeting. Please email your questions to [email protected] or call 760-351-3048 any time before 2:30 PM, April 21, 2026.
a. Public Comments for items not on the Agenda.

Eric Reyes, evento El Movimiento & Democrats Political Forum.

Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 Mike York, April 30, 2026, Annual Boot Fundraiser.

Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 b. Special Presentation: Recognition of Vanessa Yanez, Police Officer, as the City of Brawley Employee of the Month for March 2026.

Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 c. Presentation of Proclamation in Recognition of Romualdo Medina, Director of Public Works Operations & Maintenance. Presented by Mayor JJ Galvan.

Comments may be heard here:
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4. PUBLIC HEARING
Open Public Hearing at 7:08 P.M. and Closed Public Hearing at 7:15 P.M.

Public Comments:

James Brownyard, Executive Director of Desert Valley Builders Association.

Eric Reyes, Amigos de la Comunidad.

Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 a. Public Hearing – Adoption of Proposed Amendments to the City’s Master Fee Schedule and Implementation of a Special Event Fee Schedule

1. Conduct a Public Hearing to receive comments on the proposed amendments to the Building, Planning, Fire Prevention, and Parks & Recreation user fee schedules, as well as the implementation of a City Special Event Fee Schedule.

2. Adopt Resolution No. 2026-10, approving the amendments to the Master Fee Schedule and the adoption of the City’s new Special Event Fee Schedule.

3. Approve implementation of the amended fees and the new Special Event Fee Schedule effective April 21, 2026.

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5. CONSENT AGENDA
Approved: m/s/c Kelley/Monita/5-0
Items are approved by one motion. Council Members or members of the public may request that consent items be considered separately at a time determined by the Mayor. a. Approved April 7, 2026, City Council Meeting Minutes. b. Approved Accounts Payable: March 21, 2026, through April 3, 2026. c. Approved Travel over 500 miles for Interim Police Chief Jonathan Blackstone and Interim Commander Mark Cano to attend the 2026 IACP Technology Conference. d. Approved Letter of Opposition Unless Amended on SB 866 (Blakespear) and Authorize the Mayor to Sign the Letter on Behalf of the City of Brawley
e. Approved recommendation to reject claims presented to the City.

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6. REGULAR BUSINESS
a. Potential Action to Approve the Conceptual Design of the Proposed Veterans Memorial Way Arch – Presented by Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager. m/s/c Kelley/Grass/5-0
Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 b. Potential Action to Approve Resolution Declaring Support for California Cities Week, April 19–25, 2026 – Presented by Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager. m/s/c Grass/Monita/5-0
Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 c. Potential Action to Approve Waiver of Fees Associated with Use of Lion Center Gym on May 2, 2026, by La Gente Boxing Club – Presented by April Hodgson, Parks and Recreation Manager. m/s/c Rebollar/Monita/5-0
Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 d. Potential Action to Provide Direction on Support for the Small Community Grant Access Act and Authorize the Mayor to Submit a Letter to the City’s State Legislative Delegation – Presented by Councilmember John Grass.
m/s/c Rebollar/Kelley/5-0
Comments may be heard here:
https://brawley-ca.granicus.com/ViewPublisher.php?view_id=1 e. Potential Action to Review and Approve a Service Agreement with Big Big Pools and Spa Inc. for the Rehabilitation of the Lions Center Pool Decking – Presented by Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager.
m/s/c Grass/Monita/5-0
Comments may be heard here:
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f. Potential Action to Initiate the Formal Street Renaming Process for Cesar Chavez Street and Direct Staff to Proceed as City Applicant Pursuant to the City’s Street and Facility Naming Policies and Procedures – Presented by Mayor JJ Galvan and Councilmember Gil Rebollar. m/s/c Grass/Rebollar/5-0
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7. CITY MANAGER REPORT
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8. CITY COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
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9. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
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10. INFORMATIONAL REPORT
None
The meeting was adjourned at 8:32 p.m.
______________________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No. 5b

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Marcela Tapia, Assistant Finance Director
Prepared by: Jesse Sanchez, Sr. Accounting Assistant
Subject: Demand check registers processed from April 04, 2026 to April 17, 2026 RECOMMENDATION:

Approve demand check registers processed from April 04, 2026 to April 17, 2026.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Routine bills and payroll processed between Council meetings included the following:

All Bank Codes Check Summary
Utility refunds included the following:
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FISCAL IMPACT:

No additional fiscal impact to approve these reports.

ALTERNATIVES:

None.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Check Report by Check Number

2. Monthly Transaction Report for Utility Refunds
REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

None.

REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved – 04/23/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved – 04/22/2026
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Check Report
City of Brawley By Check Number
Date Range: 04/04/2026 - 04/17/2026
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount Bank Code: US Bank-US Bank Operating Account
02906 Alpha Employment Testing Inc 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 225.00 1300 1864 Invoice 04/08/2026 Livescan Rolling Fee/Phillips/Reyes/Garica… 0.00 180.00 1927 Invoice 04/08/2026 Livescan Rolling Fee/Velasquez 0.00 45.00 02405 Brawley Analytical Inc. 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 2,534.50 1301 001915 Invoice 04/08/2026 Water Testing/Labs 3/25/26 0.00 399.50 001917 Invoice 04/08/2026 Water Testing/Labs 3/25/26 0.00 2,135.00 00248 Brenntag Pacific, Inc. 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 3,954.20 1302 BPI592526 Invoice 04/09/2026 CHEMICAL DELIVERIES 0.00 3,954.20 00478 Delta Dental 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 9,026.05 1303
BE006954436 Invoice 04/08/2026 March 2026 Dental Insurance 0.00 9,026.05 00740 Haaker Equipment Co Inc 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 25,996.21 1304 INV31569 Invoice 04/09/2026 Vactor truck Repair 0.00 23,713.94 INV32999 Invoice 04/08/2026 Roller Frame Weld 0.00 2,282.27 02299 Infosend Inc. 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 4,586.42 1305
305234 Invoice 04/09/2026 FY25-26 UB Mailing Services- Year 3 0.00 4,586.42 02890 Law Offices of Angel Ho Inc. 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 5,869.71 1306 2604-02 Invoice 04/08/2026 Legal Services/2/2/26 - 2/27/26 0.00 5,869.71 02349 One World Fleet Services LLC 04/10/2026 EFT 0.00 891.52 1307 INV-10126 Invoice 04/08/2026 Chassis/Replace Oil & Filter/Vehicle 3991 0.00 891.52 02865 Alert-All Corporation 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 2,148.90 1308 W54009 Invoice 04/13/2026 Fire Hat/Fire Patch/Safety Pencil/Eraser/V… 0.00 2,148.90 02906 Alpha Employment Testing Inc 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 45.00 1309 1941 Invoice 04/10/2026 Livescan Rolling Fee 0.00 45.00 02405 Brawley Analytical Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 849.50 1310 001926 Invoice 04/13/2026 Water Testing/Labs 3/31/26 0.00 450.00 001932 Invoice 04/13/2026 Water Testing/Labs 4/1/26 0.00 399.50 00248 Brenntag Pacific, Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 8,234.28 1311 BPI591289 Invoice 04/10/2026 Ferric Sulfate 50% 0.00 4,234.03 BPI593821 Invoice 04/14/2026 CHEMICAL DELIVERIES 0.00 4,000.25 02424 California Commercial Pools Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 163,637.50 1312 5-25056 Invoice 04/14/2026 Lions Center Pool Rehabilitation Project 0.00 163,637.50 00299 Canon Financial Services Inc 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 536.19 1313 42139555 Invoice 12/15/2025 Main Overage Oct/Contract Charge Nov/… 0.00 536.19 00478 Delta Dental 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 9,469.05 1314
BE006993439 Invoice 04/13/2026 April 2026 Dental Insurance 0.00 9,469.05 00575 Enterprise FM Trust 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 58,558.88 1315 FBN5599265 Invoice 04/14/2026 R & M Cost/Unit Lease/Maint Fees/April 2… 0.00 58,558.88 02613 Entravision Communications Corporation 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 546.00 1316 764541-13 Invoice 04/14/2026 Grant Outreach 0.00 273.00 764541-14 Invoice 04/14/2026 Grant Outreach 0.00 273.00 02890 Law Offices of Angel Ho Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 6,541.51 1317 5b.1
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 2604-03 Invoice 04/13/2026 Legal Services/3/1/26 - 3/28/26 0.00 3,551.51 2605-03 Invoice 04/13/2026 Legal Services/3/4/26 - 3/19/26 0.00 2,990.00 01044 Lee & Ro Inc 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 4,727.00 1318
1228-05/10 Invoice 04/14/2026 WTP Storage Tank Rehabilitation 0.00 4,727.00 02346 LexisNexis Risk Solutions FL Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 404.25 1319 1300267084 Invoice 04/13/2026 AVCC Annual Subscription Fee/March 2026 0.00 404.25 02624 QQCW Topco LLC 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 83.97 1320
ARB257398 Invoice 04/13/2026 Car Wash Fleet Membership/March 2026 0.00 83.97 01655 TargetSoultions Learning, LLC 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 3,882.75 1321 INV138291 Invoice 04/13/2026 Maintenance Fee/Membership Fee/4/30/… 0.00 3,882.75 02859 Van Dermyden Makus Law Corporation 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 498.00 1322 37475 Invoice 04/13/2026 Attorney Services/ EI 111025 0.00 498.00 00145 Vestis Group, Inc. 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 126.95 1323 5220662345 Invoice 04/13/2026 Mat/Dust Mop 0.00 126.95
01757 Vision Service Plan (CA), I 04/15/2026 EFT 0.00 2,235.32 1324 824876473 Invoice 04/13/2026 Vision Insurance Plan B/April 2026 0.00 1,400.57 824876481 Invoice 04/13/2026 Vision Insurance Plan B/April 2026 0.00 834.75 02178 County of Imperial Workforce and Econ Development 04/09/2026 Regular 0.00 -4,906.08 304706 00299 Canon Financial Services Inc 04/13/2026 Regular 0.00 -536.19 308016 00002 360 Business Products 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 323.54 309079 WO-50074-1 Invoice 04/08/2026 Staple Remover/Pen/Duster 0.00 54.33 WO-50074-2 Invoice 04/08/2026 Staple Remover/Pen 0.00 65.65 WO-50161-1 Invoice 04/08/2026 Copy Paper 0.00 203.56
00009 AA Electric 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,891.37 309080 3208 Invoice 04/08/2026 Street Light repaid/reconnect 0.00 997.51 3228 Invoice 04/08/2026 Street Lights/Repair/Main and Third Street 0.00 941.36 3229 Invoice 04/08/2026 Electrical Repair/Maintenance Yard 0.00 952.50 02909 Adrian Ople 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 188.50 309081 3-26Reimbursem… Invoice 04/08/2026 Clerk Recorder/Fee/3/12/26 0.00 188.50 00073 Alliant Insurance Services Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 182.00 309082 4-26Insurance Invoice 04/08/2026 Special Event Insurance/1/1/2026 - 3/31/… 0.00 182.00 00084 Alsco American Linen Div Steiner Corp 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 364.26 309083 LYUM1950868 Invoice 04/08/2026 Cleaning Services/Supplies WWTP 0.00 157.61 LYUM1951638 Invoice 04/08/2026 Cleaning Services/Supplies/PD 0.00 206.65 01944 Armando Garibay 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 599.46 309084 4-26Travel Invoice 04/08/2026 Travel Adv/2026 MISAC Conference/April … 0.00 599.46 00240 Brawley Public Safety Employee 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 1,773.51 309085 INV0008075 Invoice 04/03/2026 Union Dues 0.00 1,600.00
INV0008076 Invoice 04/03/2026 Union Dues 0.00 173.51
00245 Brax Company, Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 55,817.93 309086 61779 Invoice 04/09/2026 Pump 103 Water Treatment Plant 0.00 55,817.93 00287 California State Disbursement 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,142.44 309087 INV0008046 Invoice 04/03/2026 Child Support Deductions 0.00 1,704.91 INV0008067 Invoice 04/03/2026 Child Support Deductions 0.00 437.53 00300 Canon Solutions America 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 258.64 309088 4041023440 Invoice 12/17/2025 Maintenance Equipment/Nov 2025 0.00 11.21 4041023441 Invoice 12/17/2025 Maintenance Equipment Usage/Dec 2025 0.00 247.43 02716 Code 3 Technology LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 57,464.00 309089 5b.1
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 26-020 Invoice 04/09/2026 Getac V120 0.00 57,464.00
00392 Core & Main LP 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 259.72 309090 Y738225 Invoice 04/08/2026 Main Street Repair/Meter/Corp Stop 0.00 259.72 02560 Desert RV Service & Towing LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,395.00 309091 2091 Invoice 04/08/2026 Labor Service/Belt Replace/Unit 200 0.00 165.00 2364 Invoice 04/08/2026 Window Tint/Trunk Mount Radio Removal… 0.00 745.00 2564 Invoice 04/08/2026 Labor Service/Decal Remove/VIN B43560 0.00 990.00 2568 Invoice 04/08/2026 Labor Service/Rear Light Bars/Chev Traver… 0.00 165.00 2598 Invoice 04/08/2026 Led Flares Instalation/Unit 256 K9 0.00 165.00 2599 Invoice 04/08/2026 Led Flares Installation/Unit 258 K9 0.00 165.00 00511 Division of the State Architect 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 332.01 309092 4-26SBFees Invoice 04/08/2026 SB 1186 Fees Collected QE 3/31/26 0.00 332.01 00569 Empire Southwest LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,345.37 309093 EMPS7376918 Invoice 04/08/2026 Parts/Glass 0.00 353.40
EPWK0705032 Invoice 04/08/2026 Repair Service/Flush Coolant Hose/Lines 0.00 1,991.97 00660 Franchise Tax Boards State Of California 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 450.00 309094 INV0008058 Invoice 04/03/2026 Earnings Withholding 0.00 60.00 INV0008077 Invoice 04/03/2026 Earnings Withholding 0.00 390.00 00720 GovConnection Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 973.64 309095 77386704 Invoice 04/08/2026 Ipad Keyboard/Ipad/Mouse 0.00 1,027.59 77427115 Invoice 04/08/2026 Ipad Keyboard 0.00 268.55
77451868 Credit Memo 04/08/2026 Ipad Keyboard 0.00 -322.50 00726 Granite Construction Co., Inc. 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 4,404.39 309096 3162789 Invoice 04/08/2026 EZ Street 1 Ton Bag 0.00 4,404.39 00741 Hach Company Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 72.29 309097 14780388 Invoice 12/17/2025 Cell Cleaning Kit 0.00 72.29 00799 Imperial County Sheriff Civil Division 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 50.00 309098 INV0008047 Invoice 04/03/2026 Earnings Withholdings 0.00 50.00 00809 Imperial Printers 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 624.90 309099 26-359 Invoice 04/08/2026 Tow Cards 0.00 179.02
26-381 Invoice 04/08/2026 Bike Decals 0.00 445.88
00821 Imperial Valley Occupational Medicine 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 832.72 309100 5386 Invoice 04/08/2026 Physical Exams/M.Carlos/A.Fernandez 0.00 832.72 00825 Imperial Valley Resource Management Agency 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 6,304.56 309101 2526-0034 Invoice 04/08/2026 Waste Management Plan/Sharing Cost 0.00 6,304.56 01025 LaBrucherie Irrigation Supp LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 1,468.36 309102 324319 Invoice 04/08/2026 Coupling/Nipple/Teflon Tape 0.00 37.75 OM38946 Invoice 04/24/2024 Controller w/Solenoid/Irritrol Solenoid 0.00 159.83 OM39002 Invoice 04/24/2024 Pop-Up Rotor w/Check Valve 0.00 480.22 OM39039 Invoice 04/23/2024 Pressure Relief Valve/Unions/Adapters/Ell… 0.00 610.41 OM39134 Invoice 04/19/2024 Steel Mender Hose/Hose Clamps 0.00 22.34 OM39136 Invoice 04/22/2024 Couplers/Adapters/Pipes/Handy Saw/Wet… 0.00 157.81 01026 Landmark Consultants Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 3,260.00 309103 LE0126-04 Invoice 04/09/2026 Geotech Services for B Street 0.00 400.00 LE0126-12 Invoice 04/09/2026 Geotech Services for B Street 0.00 2,860.00 01095 Main Street Signs 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,600.16 309104 50165 Invoice 04/08/2026 Stop Signs/Anchors 0.00 2,600.16 01096 Mallory Safety & Supply LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 144.86 309105 6382190 Invoice 04/08/2026 Vest/Hard Hat/Gloves 0.00 77.80 5b.1
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 6384116 Invoice 04/08/2026 Safety Glasses 0.00 31.67
6385327 Invoice 04/08/2026 Hard Hat 0.00 35.39
02558 Mark Storms 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 374.85 309106 4-26Travel Invoice 04/08/2026 Travel Adv/ICI H&D Investigation Part1/Ap… 0.00 374.85 01985 Navia Benefit Solutions Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 200.00 309107 11073043 Invoice 04/08/2026 Monthly Minimum Fee/March 2026 0.00 200.00 01985 Navia Benefit Solutions Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 -200.00 309107 02295 Nicklaus Engineering Inc. 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,222.98 309108 0042923 Invoice 04/09/2026 Fire Department Doors 0.00 2,222.98 01891 NV5 Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 4,765.25 309109
507276 Invoice 04/09/2026 Engineering Services 0.00 2,764.50 508472 Invoice 04/09/2026 Engineering Services 0.00 2,000.75 02888 Peter Nguyen 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 311.36 309110 3-26TravelExpen… Invoice 04/09/2026 Professional Service Agreement- Labor Ne… 0.00 155.68 4-26TravelExpen… Invoice 04/09/2026 Professional Service Agreement- Labor Ne… 0.00 155.68 01351 Power Admin LLC 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 648.00 309111 08082025J912 Invoice 08/28/2025 Server Monitor Subscription 2 yrs/8/6/24 -… 0.00 648.00 01358 Principal Life Insurance Company 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 3,352.13 309112 4-26LifeInsurance Invoice 04/08/2026 Life Insurance/April 2026 0.00 3,352.13 01361 Pro Record Storage Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 248.73 309113 0033388 Invoice 04/08/2026 Storage/Tracking/Shredding/City Hall/Mar… 0.00 248.73 01417 RDO Equipment Co 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 210.95 309114 P0733443 Invoice 04/08/2026 V-Belt/Oil Filter 0.00 210.95 01489 Rove Engineering Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 55,580.93 309115 7498 Invoice 04/09/2026 B Street Construction 0.00 55,580.93 00496 The Desert Review 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 585.00 309116 5111 Invoice 04/08/2026 Ad/Water Dispensing Service/Caretaker's … 0.00 585.00 01709 Underground Service Alert of Southern CA 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 223.21 309117 25-263099 Invoice 04/08/2026 Ca State Fee for Regulatory Costs 0.00 49.81 320260094 Invoice 04/08/2026 New Ticket Charges/Monthly Database Ma… 0.00 173.40 01717 United Way of Imperial County 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 5.00 309118 INV0008056 Invoice 04/03/2026 United Way Deductions 0.00 5.00 01766 W.W. Grainger Inc 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 162.43 309119 9853750736 Invoice 04/08/2026 Impact Socket Set 0.00 162.43 01793 William S Smerdon 04/10/2026 Regular 0.00 5,450.00 309120 2986 Invoice 04/08/2026 Attorney Services/3/3/26 - 4/1/26 0.00 5,450.00 00002 360 Business Products 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,246.92 309122 OE-QT-36211-1 Invoice 04/13/2026 Office Chair/Desk/Markerboard 0.00 921.17 OE-QT-36211-2 Invoice 04/10/2026 Office Chair 0.00 325.75 00028 AE Consulting, Inc. 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 12,055.00 309123 09523 Invoice 04/14/2026 Design engineering services for Runway 8/… 0.00 2,948.00 09702 Invoice 04/14/2026 Airport Pilot Lounge Historical 0.00 9,107.00 00040 Airwave Communications Ent Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 105.00 309124 451256 Invoice 04/13/2026 New Antenna Installation/Unit 3903 0.00 105.00 00076 Allstar Fire Equipment Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 13,573.80 309125 270754 Invoice 04/13/2026 Safety Mask 0.00 1,062.11
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 270868 Invoice 04/14/2026 Personal Protective Equipment 0.00 12,511.69 00084 Alsco American Linen Div Steiner Corp 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 294.51 309126 LYUM1942256 Invoice 04/13/2026 Cleaning Services/Supplies/Admin 0.00 49.35 LYUM1951955 Invoice 04/13/2026 Cleaning Services/Supplies/WTP 0.00 85.19 LYUM1952471 Invoice 04/13/2026 Cleaning Services/Supplies/WWTP 0.00 159.97 02816 April Hodgson 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 27.52 309127 4-26Reimbursem… Invoice 04/13/2026 Walmart/Sausage Patties/Drink Powder 0.00 27.52 02023 Ashworth Leininger Group 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 8,170.00 309128 41731 Invoice 04/14/2026 Agreement 0.00 8,170.00
00168 AT&T CalNet 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,559.53 309129 3-26ATTCalnet Invoice 04/14/2026 Telephone Services/Various Depts/2/3/26 … 0.00 1,559.53 02737 Atkinson, Andelson, Loya, Ruud & Romo 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 10,202.50 309130 781651 Invoice 04/14/2026 AALRR INV 781651 0.00 10,202.50 00176 Auto Zone Inc #2804 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 205.53 309131 02804668508 Invoice 04/13/2026 Pad Ratchet 0.00 31.63
02804670460 Invoice 04/13/2026 Battery 0.00 173.90
02292 Blu Bulk Transport Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 93.00 309132 2706442 Invoice 04/13/2026 Bulkspring Water Delivery/FD#1 0.00 25.50 2706625 Invoice 04/13/2026 Bulkspring Water Delivery/FD#2 0.00 32.00 2707811 Invoice 04/13/2026 Bulkspring Water Delivery/FD#1 0.00 25.50 2708514 Invoice 04/13/2026 Rent Stainless Steel Tank/IV/FD#1 0.00 5.00 2708515 Invoice 04/13/2026 Rent Stainless Steel Tank/IV/FD#2 0.00 5.00 02715 BlueTriton Brands Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 2,096.79 309133 06D8730277760 Invoice 04/14/2026 Bulk Water/Cooler Rental March 2026 0.00 2,096.79 00228 Brawley Ace Hardware 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 379.20 309134 C07281/2 Invoice 04/13/2026 Screw & Washer/Sealant/Roller/Light Pane… 0.00 379.20 00232 Brawley Chamber of Commerce 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 72.00 309135 03312026 Invoice 04/14/2026 Business License Tax 1/1/26 - 3/31/26 0.00 72.00 02668 Brawley Tire Shop 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 155.00 309136 44943 Invoice 04/13/2026 Tire Repair/Trailer/Ford 0.00 155.00 00261 Burke Williams & Sorensen LLP 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 385.00 309137 364080 Invoice 04/13/2026 Professional Services Through 2/28/26 0.00 385.00 02289 California Association for Property & Evidence 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 500.00 309138 5-26Training Invoice 04/13/2026 Training/2026 CAPE Seminar/F.Reyes/W2… 0.00 500.00 00322 Cavendish Square 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 202.33 309139 CAL355643I Invoice 04/13/2026 Cultures of the World/Library Book Set 0.00 202.33 00392 Core & Main LP 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 840.33 309140 Y794953 Invoice 04/13/2026 Plumbing Supplies 0.00 840.33 00484 Department of Conservation 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 685.18 309141 3-26 Invoice 04/09/2026 Collected Strong Motion Fees/QE 3/31/26 0.00 685.18 00529 Dynamic Consulating Engineer 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 3,760.00 309142 275125.01 Invoice 04/13/2026 Plan Check/Improvement Plans/3/18/26 0.00 3,760.00 00595 Esgil LLC 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 7,185.08 309143 3384720 Invoice 04/14/2026 Professional Services 0.00 6,525.08 3439142 Invoice 04/14/2026 Professional Services 0.00 660.00 00629 Federal Express Corp 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 14.99 309144 5b.1
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 9-230-69134 Invoice 04/13/2026 Postage/PD 0.00 14.99
02327 Garda CL West Inc. Lockbox #233209 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 146.74 309145 20664452 Invoice 04/14/2026 Excess Items Shipped/March 2026 0.00 146.74 00720 GovConnection Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 2,501.42 309146 77130775 Invoice 04/13/2026 Replacement Battery/RB 0.00 100.06 77145006 Invoice 04/13/2026 AC Adapter for Laptop 0.00 109.44 77246316 Invoice 04/13/2026 All in One Computer 0.00 1,454.04 77467813 Invoice 04/13/2026 LCD Curved Monitor 0.00 837.88 01722 HD Supply, Inc. 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,721.09 309147 INV00989931 Invoice 04/13/2026 Centrifugal Pump 0.00 1,721.09 00776 I. V. Termite & Pest Control 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 115.00 309148 0361605 Invoice 04/13/2026 Commercial Building/General Pest/FD#1 0.00 55.00 0361606 Invoice 04/13/2026 Commercial Building/General Pest/FD#2 0.00 60.00 00791 Imperial Co Transportation Commission 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 3,334.64 309149 26-19 Invoice 04/14/2026 3rd Qtr Distribution Cost/Membership Fee… 0.00 3,334.64 00794 Imperial County Auditor 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 66.00 309150 3-26PT Invoice 04/14/2026 County Portion/Parking Tickets 1/1/26 - 3… 0.00 66.00 00795 Imperial County Fire Dept 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 2,160.00 309151 FY2025/2026 Invoice 04/13/2026 Hazardous Incident Response Committee/… 0.00 2,160.00 02453 Jesus Alvarez 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 64.94 309152 4-26Reimbursem… Invoice 04/13/2026 Walmart/Liquid Egg/Waffle Mix/Sausage … 0.00 64.94 00979 K-C Welding Rentals Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 652.21 309153 54749 Invoice 04/13/2026 Grinding Wheel/Cutting Wheel 0.00 59.77 54755 Invoice 04/13/2026 Angle/Flat Bar 0.00 226.64
54813 Invoice 04/13/2026 MIG Tip/Angle/Mesh Flag 0.00 72.19 F96329 Invoice 04/13/2026 Safety Boots/Alan Chan 0.00 293.61 01022 L.N. Curtis & Sons 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 555.40 309154 INV1048680 Invoice 04/13/2026 Tactical Pant 0.00 555.40 01025 LaBrucherie Irrigation Supp LLC 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 413.11 309155 325284 Invoice 04/13/2026 Nozzle 0.00 183.19
325297 Invoice 04/13/2026 Straw Hat 0.00 27.99
325448 Invoice 04/13/2026 Nozzle/Nipple 0.00 63.70
325473 Invoice 04/13/2026 Valve 0.00 56.71
325519 Invoice 04/13/2026 Nozzle/Water Sprinkler 0.00 25.92 OM38243 Invoice 04/24/2024 Drinking Fountain & Cartridge 0.00 55.60 02036 LensLock, Inc. 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 20,811.40 309156 0515-250414-4-… Credit Memo 04/28/2025 Body Cam 0.00 -10,262.83 0515-260130-RNL Invoice 04/14/2026 LENSLOCK INV 0515-260130-RNL 0.00 31,074.23 01096 Mallory Safety & Supply LLC 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 5.00 309157 6391018 Invoice 04/13/2026 Finance Charge/Invoice Ref. 6348961 0.00 5.00 02558 Mark Storms 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 344.25 309158 4-26Travel2 Invoice 04/14/2026 Travel Adv/ICI H&D Investigation Part2/Ap… 0.00 344.25 02103 Municipal Emergency Services, Inc. 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 687.65 309159 IN2448805 Invoice 04/13/2026 CYL Valve Seal Kit/Cylinder Repair DOT Lev… 0.00 687.65 01238 Mylo Janitorial Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 9,131.00 309160 5078798 Invoice 04/14/2026 Janitorial Service 0.00 9,131.00 01262 NewCastle Farms LLC 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 964.40 309161 15288 Invoice 04/13/2026 Shear 3/16 Plate/Labor 0.00 964.40 5b.1
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 01289 OK Rubber Tires 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 2,028.01 309162 113555 Invoice 04/10/2026 Tires/Vehicle 3991 0.00 1,975.48 113733 Invoice 04/13/2026 Dismount and Mount Tires 0.00 52.53 01282 O'Reilly Auto Parts 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 123.08 309163 2648-206646 Invoice 04/08/2026 Brake Rotor/Ceramic Pads 0.00 146.80 2648-206649 Credit Memo 04/08/2026 Brake Rotor/Ceramic Pads 0.00 -146.80 2648-209054 Invoice 04/13/2026 Air Freshener/Detailer Spray/Car Fogger 0.00 106.48 2648-209499 Invoice 04/13/2026 Grease 0.00 16.60
01361 Pro Record Storage Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 146.02 309164 0033387 Invoice 04/13/2026 Storage/Tracking/Shredding/Admin/March… 0.00 146.02 01373 Quadient Finance USA Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,150.00 309165 3-26Postage Invoice 04/14/2026 City Hall Postage 0.00 1,150.00 01375 Quadient, Inc. 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 177.88 309166 17988783 Invoice 04/14/2026 Impress Postage-Domestic Mail/Tiers 0.00 177.88 01443 Rick's Roadrunner Lock & Safe 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,321.25 309167 24062 Invoice 04/13/2026 Panic Device/Trim Lever Handle/Flush Bolts 0.00 1,321.25 02683 Robert Yates 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 47,962.44 309168 020626-1 Invoice 04/14/2026 Emergency Work on Western 0.00 47,962.44 01526 San Diego County RCS 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 4,056.50 309169 26BRAWFDN09 Invoice 04/13/2026 Fire Radios on the 800 MHz network/Mar… 0.00 1,647.00 26BRAWPDN09 Invoice 04/13/2026 Police Radios on the 800 MHz network/Ma… 0.00 2,196.00 26BRAWPWN09 Invoice 04/13/2026 PW Radios on the 800 MHz Network/Mar… 0.00 213.50 01569 Shred-It 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 71.34 309170
8013833222 Invoice 04/13/2026 Steri-safe Budget Subscription/April 2026 0.00 71.34 01596 Southern California Gas Co 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 61.80 309171 4-26GasFD#2 Invoice 04/13/2026 Natural Gas Consumption/3/5/26 - 4/3/26 0.00 61.80 01924 Spectrum 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 169.99 309172
189457801030726 Invoice 04/13/2026 Internet Service/FD#1/3/8/26 - 4/7/26 0.00 169.99 01987 STC Traffic, Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 33,220.00 309173 8871 Invoice 04/14/2026 Amendment No. 1 for Design & CM Signal … 0.00 4,345.00 8873 Invoice 04/14/2026 Design for Dogwood and Mead 0.00 28,875.00 01846 Sylvia Olvera 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 370.00 309174 4-26Reimbursem… Invoice 04/13/2026 LA-2 Renewal Fee 0.00 370.00 00496 The Desert Review 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,125.00 309175 5175 Invoice 04/13/2026 Ad/Public Hearing/2025 UWMP/April 1 & … 0.00 540.00 5176 Invoice 04/13/2026 Ad/Public Hearing/4/1/26 0.00 585.00 01649 T-Mobile USA Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 2,311.14 309176 3-26TMobileBldng Invoice 04/13/2026 Ipad Usage/Building Dept/2/21/26 - 3/20/… 0.00 54.44 3-26TMobileFD#2 Invoice 04/13/2026 Cellphone Usage/FD#2/2/21/26 - 3/20/26 0.00 35.01 3-26TMobilePD Invoice 04/13/2026 On Call PD Cell Phone Usage/2/21/26 - 3/… 0.00 2,149.29 3-26TMobilePW Invoice 04/13/2026 Ipad Usage/PW/2/21/26 - 3/20/26 0.00 72.40 02648 Trojan Technologies 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 1,720.48 309177 200/50010512 Invoice 04/13/2026 Replacement Kit/Sig 2R SNR/Micron Filter 0.00 1,720.48 01725 V & V Manufacturing Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 264.19 309178 64336 Invoice 04/13/2026 Brawley Police Badges 0.00 264.19 01772 Waxie Sanitary Supply 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 65.29 309179 83856158 Invoice 04/13/2026 Foamy Klenz TB Germicidal 0.00 65.29 01780 Westair Gases & Equipment Inc 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 575.36 309180 5b.1
Check Report Date Range: 04/04/2026 - 04/17/2026
4/21/2026 6:55:30 PM Page 8 of 10
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 0080734805 Invoice 04/13/2026 Medical Oxygen/Cylinder Rental/Acetylene 0.00 325.62 0080734806 Invoice 04/13/2026 Medical Oxygen/Cylinder Rental 0.00 249.74 01802 Xerox Corporation 04/15/2026 Regular 0.00 427.29 309181 025475081 Invoice 04/14/2026 Meter Usage/Charges/Admin/2/28/26 - 3… 0.00 427.29 00814 Imperial Valley Chevrolet 04/16/2026 Regular 0.00 59,500.00 309182 ChevTraverse-26 Invoice 04/16/2026 CHVR TRVRS DEAL #118050 0.00 59,500.00 02780 Jose Alberto Herenandez 04/16/2026 Regular 0.00 540.21 309183 4-26Travel Invoice 04/16/2026 Travel Adv/Cal Pers Training Payroll/4/22/… 0.00 540.21 00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 23.34 DFT0005253 INV0008005 Invoice 01/23/2026 Federal Taxes 0.00 23.34
00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 3.08 DFT0005254 INV0008006 Invoice 02/06/2026 Medicare Taxes 0.00 3.08
00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 13.16 DFT0005255 INV0008007 Invoice 01/23/2026 Social Security Taxes 0.00 13.16 00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/17/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 -21.48 DFT0005259 CM0000645 Credit Memo 03/20/2026 Federal Taxes 0.00 -21.48 00571 Employment Development Dept 04/17/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 -3.94 DFT0005262 CM0000646 Credit Memo 03/20/2026 State Taxes 0.00 -3.94 00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 22.22 DFT0005266 INV0008026 Invoice 03/20/2026 Federal Taxes 0.00 22.22
00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 6.44 DFT0005267 INV0008027 Invoice 03/20/2026 Medicare Taxes 0.00 6.44
00836 Internal Revenue Service 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 27.54 DFT0005268 INV0008028 Invoice 03/20/2026 Social Security Taxes 0.00 27.54 00571 Employment Development Dept 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 4.88 DFT0005269 INV0008029 Invoice 03/20/2026 State Taxes 0.00 4.88
00233 Brawley Firefighters Local #19 04/09/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 890.00 DFT0005283 INV0008057 Invoice 04/03/2026 Union Dues Fire Assoc 0.00 890.00 01784 WEX Bank 04/07/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 32,607.51 DFT0005334 111748928 Invoice 04/14/2026 Monthly Fuel Cost/March 2026 0.00 32,607.51 01368 CalPERS Employees Retirement 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 30,127.01 DFT0005335 INV0008110 Invoice 04/14/2026 Retirement Contributions for P/R PD 4/3/… 0.00 30,127.01 01368 CalPERS Employees Retirement 04/08/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 62,681.88 DFT0005336 INV0008111 Invoice 04/14/2026 Retirement Contributions for PR CITY 4/3/… 0.00 62,681.88 00269 CalPERS Health Insurance 04/09/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 2,854.76 DFT0005337 100000018244382 Invoice 04/14/2026 Medical Insurance Premium/Non-Pers/Apr… 0.00 2,854.76 00269 CalPERS Health Insurance 04/09/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 195,759.70 DFT0005338 100000018244381 Invoice 04/14/2026 Medical Insurance Premium/Pers/April 20… 0.00 195,759.70 01368 CalPERS Employees Retirement 04/07/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 29,534.97 DFT0005339 INV0008112 Invoice 04/14/2026 Retirement Contributions for PR PD 3/20/… 0.00 29,534.97 01368 CalPERS Employees Retirement 04/07/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 63,186.38 DFT0005340 INV0008113 Invoice 04/14/2026 Retirement Contributions for PR CITY/3/20… 0.00 63,186.38 01706 U.S. Bank Corporate 04/14/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 16,546.09 DFT0005341 3232026 Invoice 04/09/2026 US Bank Credit Card Charges 0.00 16,546.09 00275 California Building Standars Commission 04/07/2026 Bank Draft 0.00 126.20 DFT0005342 5b.1
Check Report Date Range: 04/04/2026 - 04/17/2026
4/21/2026 6:55:30 PM Page 9 of 10
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Payable # Payable Type Post Date Payable Description Discount Amount Payable Amount 3-26SB1473 Invoice 04/14/2026 SB-1473 Permit Fees QE 3/2026 0.00 126.20 Regular Checks
Manual Checks
Voided Checks
Discount
Payment
Payment Type Count
Bank Code US Bank Summary
Bank Drafts
EFT's
104
0 3
19 25

0.00 0.00

0.00 151 0.00
Payment
487,735.18

0.00 -5,642.27
434,389.74
315,608.66
1,232,091.31
Payable
Count
169
0 0
19 33
221
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Check Report Date Range: 04/04/2026 - 04/17/2026
4/21/2026 6:55:30 PM Page 10 of 10
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payment Type Discount
Payment
Count Payment
Payable
Count
Regular Checks
Manual Checks
Voided Checks
Bank Drafts
EFT's
104
0 3
19 25

0.00 0.00

0.00 151 0.00
487,735.18

0.00 -5,642.27
434,389.74
315,608.66
1,232,091.31
169
0 0
19 33
221
Fund Name Period Amount
Fund Summary
999 POOLED CASH 4/2026 1,232,091.31
1,232,091.31
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4/21/2026 6:58:20 PM Monthly Transaction Report Page 1 of 1 City of Brawley
Monthly Transaction Report
Date Range: 4/4/2026 - 4/17/2026
Account Number Name Date
Adj
Type Amount Reference Packet Receipt Type
4/7/2026 Refund 73.52 Check #: 309078 UBPKT10251
Revenue Code Current Plus 1 Plus 2 Plus 3 Plus 4 Balance 01-8965-05 SOTO, ELEANOR
996 73.52 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 73.52
Aging Total: 73.52 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 73.52
4/13/2026 Refund 44.16 Check #: 309121 UBPKT10274
Revenue Code Current Plus 1 Plus 2 Plus 3 Plus 4 Balance 01-6793-07 MARTINEZ, BRANDON MACARIO
996 44.16 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 44.16
Aging Total: 44.16 0.00 0.00 0.00 0.00 44.16
Transaction Grand Total for Period: 117.68
Transaction Type Count Amount
Totals by Transaction Type
Refund 2 117.68
Total for Period: 2 117.68
Transaction Type Count Amount
Totals by Transaction Type and Revenue Code
Revenue Code
Refund
996 - 996 2 117.68
Refund Total: 117.68
Total for Period: 2 117.68
Count Amount
Totals by Revenue Code
Revenue Code
996 - 996 2 117.68
Total for Period: 2 117.68
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5c

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager
Prepared by: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager Subject: Ratification of Employment Contract for Fire Chief Mike York RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council ratify the employment contract for Fire Chief Mike York, as presented.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Fire Chief Mike York is currently serving under an existing employment agreement with the City. As the term of that agreement approached its expiration, the City Manager executed an updated employment contract to ensure continuity of administrative and operational leadership within the Fire Department.

The agreement reflects a defined term and has been executed in accordance with the City Manager’s authority. The contract is presented to the City Council for ratification.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The financial terms of the contract are within the approved FY 2025/26 budget and the proposed FY 2026/27 budget.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Ratify the Employment Contract as presented.

2. Provide direction to staff regarding modifications to the agreement.

3. Decline to ratify the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
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REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 5c

AGREEMENT TO EXTEND THE TERM OF

THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

MIKE YORK
This Agreement to extend the term of the employment agreement (hereinafter "Extension") is made this /{Jlltday of April, 2026, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation, (hereinafter "Employer"), and Mike York, (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the City of Brawley and Mike York entered into an Employment Agreement dated June 30, 2023, (hereinafter "Agreement") whereby employer appointed employee to serve in the position of Fire Chief. A true and correct copy of said Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the Agreement expires on April 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Employer and the Employee desire to extend the term of the Agreement tor an additional six months, unless terminated earlier in accordance with the provisions of this agreement.

PURPOSE:

The purpose of this limited term extension is to provide the parties an opportunity to assess the Employee's continued alignment with the Employer's organizational expectations along with the Employee's leadership effectiveness and overall job performance.

Employee agrees to work collaboratively with the City Manager to establish clear and achievable performance expectations and work priorities during the term of this extension.

The Employee acknowledges that the success of the collaboration between the Employee and the City Manager shall determine whether or not a subsequent renewal of this Agreement will be offered.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. For good and valuable consideration, the parties agree that the term of the Agreement is hereby extended to October 31, 2026.
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2. Employee's compensation shall remain at his current level during the term of this Extension.

3. Either party to this agreement may terminate the same without cause by providing the other party 30-days' notice of intent to terminate.

4. For good and valuable consideration, the parties further agree that the remaining terms of the Agreement which are hereby incorporated by this reference shall remain in full force and effect throughout the term of this Extension.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this Extension as of this 10"-- day of April, 2026.

EMPLOYER EMPLOYEE
~ Michael %rk
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By ______________ _
Willia erdon, City Attorney
ATTEST:

By ~
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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AGREEMENT TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF

THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

MICHAEL YORK
This Agreement to extend the term of the employment agreement (hereinafter "Extension") is made this 30th day of June, 2023, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation, (hereinafter "Employer"), and Michael York, (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the City of Brawley and Employee renewed the Employment Agreement effective May 1, 2023, (hereinafter "Agreement") whereby Employer appointed Employee to serve in the position of Fire Chief. A true and correct copy of said Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the City of Brawley and the Employee wishes to extend the contract period through April 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the United States and the State of California have experienced record inflation in 2023; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a plan to grant the City employees not on an employment contract, an additional 5% cost-of-living increase to the already approved 1 % cost-of-living increase to be effective July 1, 2023; and WHEREAS, the City Council approved the additional 6% to be granted to contract employees effective July 1, 2023; an additional 4% July 1, 2024, and an additional 2% July 1, 2025.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. For good and valuable consideration, the parties agree that the Employee's compensation shall be increased six percent (6%) effective July 1, 2023, an additional 4% July 1, 2024, and an additional 2% July 1, 2025. • Effective 7/1/2023:
• Effective 7/1/2024:
• Effective 7/1/2025
$127,200.00
$132,288.00
$134,933.76

2. For good and valuable consideration, the parties further agree that the remaining terms of the Agreement, other than base compensation, which are hereby incorporated by this reference shall remain in full force and effect. /
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this Modification as of this 30th day of June, 2023.

EMPLOYER
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

ATTEST:

Smerdon, Deputy City Clerk

EMPLOYEE
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RENEWED EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT

BETWEEN THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

MICHAEL YORK
This Renewed Employment Agreement (hereinafter "Agreement") is made t his JOTif day of May, 2023, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "Employer"), and Michael York (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the Brawley City Council desires to retain the services of Michael York to serve in the office of Fire Chief and to establish the terms and conditions of his continued employment; and WHEREAS, Employer and Employee have negotiated the terms and conditions of employment; and WHEREAS, Employee accepts such continued employment on the terms and conditions set forth herein; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute an agreement covering terms and conditions of employment:

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Position and Duties.

Employee shall serve as the Fire Chief for the City of Brawley commencing May 1, 2023, and ending April 30, 2024.

2. Compensation.

As payment and consideration for Employee's services, Employee shall be compensated at ane hundred twenty thousand do I lars ($120,000) per year for the term of this Agreement. Upon satisfactori ly meeting his goals and a satisfactory performance evaluation, an additional one-year agreement renewal option is available w ith a corresponding three percent (3%) increase ($123,600 per year).

Business expenses reasonably incurred in carrying out duties as Employee shall be reimbursed by the Employer in accordance with Employer's duly adopted travel policy. Employer shall aise pay for Employee's annual dues for memberships in: lnternational Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC); California Fire Chief's Association (CalChiefs); and other memberships as related to employment. Expenses not specifically budgeted require prior approval of the City Manager. 3 . Annual Review.

Periodic and/or annual performance evaluations shall be based on execution of Fire Chief duties and an approved work plan. Any change to compensation shall beat the discretion of the City Manager. 1 5c.2

4. Car Allowance.
lnasmuch as the Employee is expected to be able to respond to emergencies at any time, day or night, Employee shall be provided a City vehicle.

5. Residence.

Employee agrees to reside within a thirty minute response time to the Fire Station.

6. Medical/Life lnsurance.

Group Health Plan. Employee shall be eligible for the Employer's comprehensive major medical, dental, life and vision care insurance program that is provided to other city management team employees.

7. Retirement.

Employee shall maintain Employee in the PERS 3%@50 far Local Safety Members, One Year Final Compensation Plan. Employee will continue to contribute to the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) the employee portion which is currently at 9% of the base pay plus the unifarm allowance.

8. At-Will Employment Status and Exemption from City's Personnel System.

Employee's employment is at-will and Employee is exempt from the City's Personnel System and has no property rights in his employment. lt is further understood and agreed by and between t he parties that Employee serves at the will and pleasure of the City Manager.

9. Leave.

Paid leave is provided to Employee for the purpose of rest and relaxation from duties and far attending to medical situations and personal business. Such leave includes time commonly referred to as administrative leave. Employee shall accrue vacation, sick leave and administrative leave in the same manner as other city management team employees.

10. a. Scheduling. Employee's requests to take leave must have the prior approval of the Employer.

Such approval shall nat be unreasonably withheld.
b. Payment of Annual Leave at Termination. Upon termination of employment, Employee shall be paid for any accrued leave in the same manner as other city management team employees.

Holidays.

Employee shall receive those holidays provided to City management team employees. 2 5c.2

11. Full-Time Commitment.

During the term of this Agreement, Employee shall dedicate his full time to fulfilling his responsibilities hereunder. Employee shall not be involved in any outside activity that conflicts with the performance of his duties as Fire Chief for the City of Brawley.

12. Uniform Allowance
Employer agrees to pay Employee a yearly stipend of $1,000 for the purchase of uniforms, cleaning of work attire, and other related uniform expenses.

13. Education Allowance
Employee shall be eligible for tuition reimbursement in the same manner as other City management team employees.

14. Termination/Severance Pay.
ln the event Employer wishes to terminate Employee for other than willful misconduct, it shall give Employee thirty days written notice. ln the absence of any further action by the City Manager, Employee shall receive a seve rance in an amount equal to ninety (90) days salary at the end of the notice period.

15. Severability.
lf any of the previsions of this Agreement are held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable in any respect, the remainder of the agreement and all other previsions hereunder shall not be affected thereby, and such prevision shall be deemed to be modified to the extent necessary to permit its enforcement to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

16. Assignment.

This agreement shall be binding upon and insure to the benefit of Employer, its successors and assigns and to the benefit of Employee, his heirs, and legal representatives, except that Employee's duties to perform future services and the right to receive payment therefore are hereby expressly agreed to be non-assignable and non-transferable.

17. Governing Law.

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, and any litigation concerning this Agreement shall be filed and maintained in the State of California.

18. Complete Agreement.

This document between the parties constitutes the complete agreement and supersedes ali previous agreements and understandings.
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19. lndemnification.

Employer agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Employee from claims arising from Employee's acts within the scope of his employment as required by law.

20. Notices.

Any notice ta be given Employee hereunder shall be sufficiently served if given to him personally, of if depo sited in t he United States mail, registered or certified, addressed to him at the address on file, or at such other address as Employee may hereafter specify far the service of notices. Any notice to be given to the Employer hereunder shall be addressed ta the City Manager of the City of Brawley and delivered ta the City Clerk at City Hall, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California 92227.

21. Attorney's Fees and Costs.
lf any action of law or in equity is necessary ta enforce or interpret the terms of this agreement, t he prevailing party shall be entitled ta reasonable attorney's fees, costs, and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief, which such party may be entitled. As used in this provision, a party shall be deemed ta prevail only if they recover an amount in excess of an offer and compromise filed in the action pursuant ta the provisions of Section 998 of the California Code of Civil Procedure. Any award of attorney's fees pursuant ta this prevision shall be based an only the amount recovered in excess of the offer and compromise.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the said parties have executed this Agreement as of this _ day of May, 2023.

EMPLOYER: EMPLOYEE:

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By tj~
WilliamS.~erdon, City Attorney
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ATTEST:
2 Thomas Gama, . Deputy City Clerk
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AGREEMENT TO MODIFY THE TERMS OF

THE EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

MICHAEL LEE YORK
This Agreement to extend the term of the employment agreement (hereinafter "Extension") is made this 30th day of June, 2022, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation, (hereinafter "Employer"), and Michael Lee York, (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the City of Brawley and Employee entered into an Employment Agreement dated May 5, 2020, (hereinafter "Agreement") whereby Employer appointed Employee to serve in the position of Fire Chief. A true and correct copy of said Agreement is attached hereto as Exhibit "A"; and
WHEREAS, the United States and the State of California have experienced record inflation in 2022; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has approved a plan to grant the City employees not on an employment contract, an additional 1.5% cost-of-living increase to the already approved 1.5% cost-of-living increase to be effective July 1, 2022 WHEREAS, the City Council approved the additional 1.5% to be granted to contract employees.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. For good and valuable consideration, the parties agree that the Employee's compensation shall be increased one and one half percent (1.5%) effective July 1, 2022.

2. For good and valuable consideration, the parties further agree that the remaining terms of the Agreement, other than base compensation, which are hereby incorporated by this reference shall remain in full force and effect. 5c.2
IN WITNESS WHEREOF the parties have executed this Modification as of this 30th day of June, 2022.

EMPLOYER EMPLOYEE
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APPROVED AS TO FORM:

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Will~ n, City Attorney
ATTEST:

By WiliaSrnercÍon, ~ Deputy City Clerk
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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

MICHAEL LEE YORK
This Employment Agreement (hereinafter "Agreement") ís made this 5th day of May, 2020, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "Employer"), and Michael Lee York (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, the City of Brawley desires to appoint Michael Lee York to the office of Fire Chief and to establish the terms and conditions of his employment; and WHEREAS, Employer and Employee have negotiated the terms and conditions of employment; and
WHEREAS, Employee accepts such employment on the terms and conditions set forth herein; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute an agreement covering terms and conditions of employment.

1. 2.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

Position and Duties.

Employee shall serve as the Fire Chief for the City of Brawley commencing May 5, 2020, and ending April 30, 2023.

Compensation.

As payment and consideration for Employee's services, Employee shall be compensated at One hundred six thousand dollars ($106,000) per year. As a condition of employment, Employee must obtain a California Chief Officer certification by June 30, 2022. A two-year renewal option is available with a corresponding 3% increase in compensation commensurate with satisfactory performance evaluations. -Business expenses reasonably incurred in performing the duties of the Fire Chief shal1 be reimbursed by the Employer in accordance with Employer's duly adopted travet policy. Employer shall also pay for Employee's annual dues for memberships in:
lnternational Association of Fire Chiefs (IAFC); California Fire Chiefs Association (CalChiefs); and other memberships as related to employment. Expenses not specifically budgeted require prior approval of the City Manager.

3. Annual Review.

4. Automobile.

5. 6.

7. 8.

9. 10.

11. lnasmuch as the Employee is expected to be able to respond to emergencies at any time, day or night, Employee shall be provided a City vehicle.

Residence.

Employee agrees to reside within a thirty minute response time to the Fire Station.

Medical/Life lnsurance.

Group Health Plan. Employee shall be eligible for the Employer's comprehensive major medical, dental, life and vision care insurance program that is provided to other City management team employees.

Retirement.

Employer shatt maintain Employee in the PERS 3%@50 for Local Safety Members, One Year Final Compensation Plan. Employee will continue to contribute to the Public Employees' Retirement System (PERS) the Employee portion which is currently at 9% of the base pay plus the uniform allowance.

At-Will Employment Status and ExÉ!mption from City's Personnel System.

Employee's employment is at-will and Employee is exempt from the City's Personnel System and has no property rights in his employment. lt is further understood and agreed by and between the parties that Employee serves at the will and pleasure of the City Manager.

Leave.

Paid leave is provided to Ernployee for the purpose of rest and relaxation frorn duties and for attending to medical situations and personal business. Such leave includes time commonly referred to as administrative leave. Employee shall accrue vacation, sick leave and administrative leave in the same manner as other City management team employees.
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Holidays.

Scheduling. Employee's requests to take leave must have prior approval of Employer. Such approval shall not be unreasonably withheld.

Payment of Annual Leave at Termination. Upon termination of employment, Employee shall be paid for any accrued leave in the same manner as other City management team employees.

Employee shall receive those holidays provided to City management team employees.

Full-Time Commitment.

12. Uniform Allowance.

Employer agrees to pay Employee a yearly stipend of $1,000 for the purchase of uniforms, cleaning of work attire, and other related uniform expenses. 2 5c.2
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13. Education Allowance.

14. 15.

16. 17.

18. 19.

20. 21.

Employee shall be eligible for tuition reimbursement Employee in the same manner as other City management team employees.

Termination/Severance Pay.
ln the event Employer wishes to terminate Employee for other than willful misconduct, the Employer shall give Employee thirty days written notice. ln the absence of any further action by the City Manager, Employee shall receive a severance in an amount equal to ninety (90) days salary at the end of the notice period.

Severability.
lf any of the previsions of this Agreement are held to be illegal, invalid or unenforceable in any respect, the remainder of the agreement and ali other provisions hereunder shall not be affected thereby, and such provision shall be deemed to be modified to the extent necessary to permit its enforcement to the maximum extent permitted by applicable law.

Assignment.

Governing Law.

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, and any litigation concerning this Agreement shalt be filed and maintained in the State of California.

Complete Agreement.

This document between the parties constitutes the complete agreement and supersedes all previous agreements and understandings.
lndemnification.

Employer agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Employee from claims arising from Employee's acts within the scope of her employment as required by law.

Notices.

Any notice to be given Employee hereunder shall be sufficiently served if given to him personally, of if deposited in the United States mai!, registered or certified, addressed to him at the address on file, or at such other address as Employee may hereafter specify for the service of notices. Any notice to be given to the Employer hereunder shall be addressed to the City Manager of the City of Brawley and delivered to the City Clerk at City Hall, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California 92227.

Attorney's Fees and Costs.
lf any action of law or in equity is necessary to enforce or interpret the terms of this agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees, costs, and necessary disbursements in addition to any other relief, which such party may be entitled. As used in this provision, a party shall be deemed to prevail only if they 3 5c.2
recover an amount in excess of an offer and compromise filed in the action pursuant to the provisions of Section 998 of the California Code of Civil Procedure. Any award of attorney's fees pursuant to this provision shall be based on only the amount recovered in excess of the offer and compromise.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the said parties have executed this agreement as of this 5th day of May 2020.

Aima Benavides, City Clerk
The Council unanimously ratified Employment Agreement between City of Brawley and Michael Lee York dated May 5, 2020. m/s/c Wharton/Couchman 5-0 4 -;
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5d

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager
Prepared by: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager Subject: Ratification of Employment Agreement for Acting Public Works & Operations Manager – Ana Gutierrez
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council ratify the Employment Agreement for Ana Gutierrez to serve as Acting Public Works & Operations Manager, as presented.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The current Public Works Director has provided notice, in accordance with the terms of his employment agreement, that he will not renew his contract with the City and will be retiring at the end of the month.

In preparation for this transition, the City evaluated options to maintain continuity of operations and leadership within the Public Works Department.

To ensure uninterrupted service delivery, the City established a temporary management structure in which key responsibilities of the Public Works Director are distributed among existing staff. Under this approach, Ana Gutierrez will serve as Acting Public Works & Operations Manager, while engineeringrelated functions will be supported through a separate interim assignment.

Ana Gutierrez currently serves as Public Works Analyst and has demonstrated the experience and institutional knowledge necessary to support departmental operations during this transition. In her acting capacity, she will assume additional operational and administrative responsibilities while continuing to support core functions of the department, as needed.

The City and Ana Gutierrez have agreed to the terms and conditions of this temporary assignment. The appointment is intended to be interim in nature and will remain in effect until a new Public Works Director is appointed or the City determines the temporary structure is no longer necessary, at which time she will return to her regular position as Public Works Analyst under her existing terms of employment.

The attached Employment Agreement outlines the terms and conditions of this temporary assignment.

Consistent with the City Manager’s administrative authority to manage personnel and ensure continuity of operations, the agreement was executed for operational purposes and is presented to the City Council for ratification.

FISCAL IMPACT:
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The financial terms associated with this temporary assignment are within the approved FY 2025/26 budget and are anticipated to be accommodated within the proposed FY 2026/27 budget.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Ratify the Employment Contract as presented.

2. Provide direction to staff regarding modifications to the agreement.

3. Decline to ratify the agreement
ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
, , ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITY OF BRAWLEY
AND

ANA GUTIERREZ

ACTING PUBLIC WORKS OPERATIONS MANAGER SERVICES
This Agreement to Provide services as the Acting Public Works Operations Manager, (hereinafter "Agreement") is made this m.day of April, 2026, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "Employer"), and Ana Gutierrez (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
and
WHEREAS, Employee is currently employed with the City as the Public Works Analyst; WHEREAS, the current Public Works Director has given notice pursuant to the terms of his contract that will not renew his contract with the City and will retire; and WHEREAS, the City of Brawley desires to appoint Ana Gutierrez to the office of Acting Public Works Operations Manager far the purpose of temporarily dividing the duties of the Public Works Director between the Acting Public Works Operations Manager and another employee that shall assume the office of lnterim Engineering Lead, and to establish the terms and conditions of her interim employment in the capacity as Acting Public Works Operations Manager; and
WHEREAS, the parties agree that Employee shall continue to perform her normal duties during the term of this interim assignment; and
WHEREAS, Employer and Employee have negotiated the terms and conditions of employment during Employee's term as Acting Public Works Operations Manager; and WHEREAS, the parties agree that when a replacement Public Works Director is appointed, and/or the Emplayee's services as Acting Public Works Operations Manager are na longer required, Employee will continue to serve as Public Works Analyst pursuant to her prior terms of emplayment; and
WHEREAS, Employee accepts such emplayment an the terms and conditians set farth herein; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute an agreement covering terms and conditions of Emplayee's appaintment to the office of Acting Public Works Operatians Manager.

1. NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

Position and Duties.

Employee shall serve as the Acting Public Works Operations Manager far the City of Brawley commencing upon executian of this agreement, and ending upon the appaintment af a new Public Works Director, or upon a determination made in the sole discretion af the City Manager that Employee's services as Acting Public Works 1 5d.1
Operations Manager are no longer required. ln addition to serving as Acting Public Works Operations Manager, employee will continue to serve as Public Works Analyst.

2. Compensation.

As payment and consideration for Employee's services, as Acting Public Works Operations Manager and Public Works Analyst, Employee shall be compensated at her current salary, plus an additional bi-weekly stipend of Nine Hundred Eighty-Six Dollars and Ten Cents, ($986.10), for the duration of this agreement, to be paid in installments pursuant to the City's normal pay day schedule. Employee acknowledges and agrees that during the term of her interim assignment as Acting Public Works Operations Manager she shall be an exempt employee, not subject to the overtime rules of the Fair Labor Standards Act.

3. Additional Duties.
ln addition to Employee's usual duties, she shall be responsible for the following:
• Oversight of core Public Works operations (water, wastewater, streets, airport, and solid waste/environmental compliance)
• Supervision of operations staff and day-to-day service delivery • Emergency response coordination and availability as needed • Payroll, including but not limited to timecard review and approval, leave requests, and payroll related oversight
• Accounts payable, purchasing approvals, and contract coordination (Operations funds) • Budget oversight and preparation/presentation of operations-related items to the City Council

4. Resumption of Role of Public Works Analyst.

5. 6.

7. When a new Public Works Director is appointed, or in the judgment of the City Manager the need for an as Acting Public Works Operations Manager is no longer required, this agreement shall be terminated and the Employee shall resume her duties as the Public Works Analyst pursuant to the terms and conditions of her current employment.

Governing Law.

This agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California, and any litigation concerning this Agreement shall be filed and maintained in the State of California. lndemnification.

Employer agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Ernployee from claims arising from Employee' s acts within the scope of her employment as required by law.

Notices.

Any notice to be given Employee hereunder shall be sufficiently served if given to her personally, of if deposited in the United States mail, registered or certified, addressed to her at the address on file, or at such other address as Employee may hereafter specify for the service of notices. Any notice to be given to the Employer hereunder shall be addressed to the City Manager and delivered to the City Clerk at City Hall, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California 92227.
:= WI_TNESS WHEREOF the said parties have executed this agreement as of this /?ft-:
day of tJl!_fJ.t / , 2026.

EMPLOYER
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By ~~
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager

EMPLOYEE
By ~ ---t:e-..-Í•~
Ana Gutierrez
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By WilliamSerdon,C~ ity Attorney
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5e

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager
Prepared by: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager Subject: Ratification of Employment Agreement for Interim Engineering Lead – Juan Manuel Cabrera
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council ratify the Employment Agreement for Juan Manuel Cabrera to serve as Interim Engineering Lead, as presented.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

In preparation for this transition, the City evaluated options to maintain continuity of operations and leadership within the Public Works Department.

To ensure uninterrupted service delivery, the City established a temporary management structure in which key responsibilities of the Public Works Director are distributed among existing staff. Under this approach, Juan Manuel Cabrera will serve as Interim Engineering Lead, while operational functions will be supported through a separate acting assignment.

Juan Manuel Cabrera currently serves as Associate Civil Engineer and will assume additional engineering leadership responsibilities during this interim period while continuing to support core departmental functions, as needed. The City and Juan Manuel Cabrera have agreed to the terms and conditions of this temporary assignment.

The appointment is intended to be interim in nature and will remain in effect until a new Public Works Director is appointed or the City determines the temporary structure is no longer necessary, at which time he will return to his regular position as Associate Civil Engineer under his existing terms of employment.

The attached Employment Agreement outlines the terms and conditions of this temporary assignment.

FISCAL IMPACT:
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The financial terms associated with this temporary assignment are within the approved FY 2025/26 budget and are anticipated to be accommodated within the proposed FY 2026/27 budget.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Ratify the employment contract as presented.

2. Provide direction to staff regarding modifications to the agreement.

3. Decline to ratify the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
, , ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 5e

AGREEMENT BETWEEN

THE CITV OF BRAWLEY
AND

JUAN MANUEL CABRERA

FOR INTERIM ENGINEERING LEAD SERVICES
This Agreement to Provide lnterim Engineering Lead Services, (hereinafter "Agreement") is made thisJ.a ro( day of April, 2026, by and between the City of Brawley, a municipal corporation (hereinafter "Employer''), and Juan Manuel Cabrera (hereinafter "Employee").

WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, Employee is currently employed with the City as an Associate Civil Engineer; and
WHEREAS, the current Public Works Director has given notice pursuant to the terms of his contract that will not renew his contract with the City and will retire; and WHEREAS, the City of Brawley desires to appoint Juan Manuel Cabrera to the office of lnterim Engineering Lead for the purpose of temporarily dividing the duties of the Public Works Director between the lnterim Engineering Lead and another employee that shall assume the office of Acting Public Works Operations Manager, and to establish the terms and conditions of his interim employment in the capacity as lnterim Engineering Lead; and WHEREAS, the parties agree that Employee shall continue to perform his normal duties during the term of this interim assignment; and
WHEREAS, Employer and Employee have negotiated the terms and conditions of employment during Employee's term as lnterim Engineering Lead; and WHEREAS, the parties agree that when a replacement Public Works Director is appointed, and/or the Employee's services as lnterim Engineering Lead are no longer required, Employee will continue to serve as an Associate Civil Engineer pursuant to his prior terms of employment; and WHEREAS, Employee accepts such employment on the terms and conditions set forth herein; and
WHEREAS, the parties wish to execute an agreement covering terms and conditions of Employee's appointment to the office of lnterim Engineering Lead.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE PARTIES HEREBY AGREE AS FOLLOWS:

1. Position and Duties.

Employee shall serve as the lnterim Engineering Lead for the City of Brawley commencing upon execution of this agreement, and ending upon the appointment of a new Public Works Director, or upon a determination made in the sole discretion of the City Manager that Employee's services as Engineering Lead are no longer required. ln addition to serving as lnterim Engineering Lead, employee will continue to serve as an Associate Civil Engineer.
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2. Compensation.

As payment and consideration for Employee's services, as lnterim Engineering Lead and engineer, Employee shall be compensated at his current salary, plus an additional biweekly stipend of Six Hundred Twenty-Six Dollars and Eight Cents, ($626.08), for the duration of this agreement, to be paid in installments pursuant to the City's normal pay day schedule.

3. Additional Duties.
ln addition to Employee's usual duties, he shall be responsible for the following:
• Oversight of engineering and Capital lmprovement Projects (CIP) • Coordination with the Development Services Director for development engineering, including plan review, project approvals, and private development projects • Contract and consultant management
• Technical review and approvals
• Supervisian af Engineering staff
• Payroll including but nat limited ta timecard review and approval, leave requests, and payroll-related aversight
• Budget aversight, including accounts payable and purchasing approvals for Engineering • Preparation and presentation af engineering-related items to the City Cauncil

4. Resumptian af Raie of Engineer.

5. 6.

7. When a new Public Warks Director is appainted, ar in the judgment of the City Manager the need for an lnterim Engineering Lead is na langer required, this agreement shall be terminated and the Employee shall resume his duties as an Engineer pursuant to the terms and canditions af is current employment.

Governing Law.

This agreement shall be governed by the laws afthe State of California, and any litigation cancerning this Agreement shall be filed and maintained in the State af California. lndemnification.

Emplayer agrees to defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the Employee from claims arising from Employee's acts within the scape of his emplayment as required by law.

Notices.

Any notice to be given Employee hereunder shall be sufficiently served if given ta him persanally, of if deposited in the United States mail, registered or certified, addressed to him at the address an file, or at such other address as Employee may hereafter specify for the service af notices. Any natice ta be given to the Employer hereunder shall be addressed ta the City Manager and delivered to the City Clerk at City Hall, 383 Main Street, Brawley, California 92227.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF the said parties have executed this agreement as of this 23rd day of furi l , 2026.

EMPLOYER
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By
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5f

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Ana Gutierrez, Acting PW Operations Manager
Prepared by: Ana Gutierrez, Acting PW Operations Manager Subject: Ratification of Emergency Work – Storm Water Damage and Street Collapse at Rio Vista Avenue and River Drive
RECOMMENDATION:

Ratify the City Manager’s approval of emergency repair work performed by Rove Engineering, Inc. to address stormwater damage and the resulting street collapse at the intersection of Rio Vista Avenue and River Drive.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On September 27, 2025, a series of storms impacted the Imperial Valley, resulting in significant stormwater runoff. This runoff caused severe damage at the intersection of Rio Vista Avenue and River Drive, including a partial street collapse that posed an immediate threat to public safety and critical infrastructure.

Given the urgent nature of the incident, immediate action was necessary to stabilize the area, prevent further deterioration, and restore safe access for residents and emergency vehicles. The Engineering Department solicited a proposal from Rove Engineering, Inc., a qualified local contractor, to perform the emergency repairs.

Pursuant to the City’s emergency procurement procedures, the City Manager authorized Rove Engineering to proceed with the work in order to address the imminent risks. Rove Engineering promptly mobilized crews to stabilize the roadway and mitigate stormwater-related damage.

The scope of emergency repair work included:
• Traffic control and site safety measures
• Road excavation and removal of damaged materials
• Backfilling and slope stabilization
• Street surface restoration
• Portland Cement Concrete (PCC) repairs
The emergency repairs were essential to ensure public safety and protect the city's infrastructure from further damage. Ratifying the City Manager’s authorization ensures compliance with the City’s procurement policies.
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FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost of the emergency repair work will be funded through the Wastewater Treatment Plant Fund (Fund 511). This work has been included in the project list submitted by the City to Cal OES for emergency assistance funding; therefore, the City anticipates reimbursement for these expenses.

A budget amendment is required to appropriate funding for the repairs as follows:
511-332.000-800.300 – Expenditure: $215,372
All expenditures and related reimbursements will be tracked under Project Code 2025-38 within the Wastewater Treatment Plant Fund.

While the total cost of the project is $215,372, a portion of the expense is eligible for reimbursement but is contingent upon Cal OES approval and processing timelines.

ALTERNATIVES:

None at this time.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
, , ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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ROVE Engineering-PROPOSAL
Developer:

Municipality: Address:

Project Type: Date:

Prepared By
Title
E Mail
Item # Qty Unit Unit Price Total Cost Comments
1 1 LS $ 15,034.00 $ 15,034.00
2 1 LS $ 12,160.00 $ 12,160.00
3 1 LS $ 31,570.00 $ 41,569.00
4 1 LS $ 71,444.00 $ 71,444.00
5 1 LS $ 50,145.00 $ 50,145.00
6 1 LS $ 25,020.00 $ 25,020.00
$ 215,372.00
Inclusions:

Submitted This Date: 12/2/2025 Rove Engineering Inc
Frank Duffy
PROPOSAL VALID FOR 30 DAYS Estimator/Project Manager
760-604-4299
License # 1046101
Expiration-10/31/2024
P.O. Box 2108
El Centro, CA 92244
[email protected]
Storm Damage repair 12/2/2025
Rove Engineering Date Prepared: 12/2/2025 0:00
P.O. Box 2108 Last Revision Date: El Centro, CA 92021
Project Name: Repairs N Rio Vista City of Brawley
COB
Soils Frank Duffy
Plans Chief Operating Officer
Backfill/ Slope Repair
Author [email protected]
Description:

Gentlemen, our firm proposes to complete the following items of work in connection with the project referenced above. All work will be performed as discussed on Progress meetings.

COST PROPOSAL
Description
Mob
Traffic Control
Road Excavation and Removals
Exclusions:

Street Repairs
PCC Repair
Total
Excavation of damaged slope and bring back to existing. Staking, Permits, Engineering, Testing, Surveying, Traffic Control Plan Demolition other than specify above
Fees of any kind (unless caused by contractor)
Meters of any kind
Removal of Shade Structures, AC units, or any other items not specified above Dewatering or Processing of Saturated Soils
Excavation and Disposal of any Debris considered .

Over Excavation beyond the specified depth listed above Removal of Material that cannot be productively ripped with a Caterpillar D6 Owner to provide nearby construction water for any and all purposes. 5f.1
4/27/26
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 5, 2026
Agenda Item No. 5g

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Silvia Luna, Finance Director
Prepared by: Maria Padilla, Management Analyst I
Subject: Approve Various City Vehicles as Surplus Property RECOMMENDATION:

Review and approve vehicles as Surplus Property as established by the City’s Surplus Policy.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The City has identified several vehicles as surplus inventory that are no longer viable for service. City vehicles are selected for decommission based on their general condition, age, and/or high mileage.

Other factors considered include associated repair cost and frequency of repairs and maintenance. The following items are proposed for the City Vehicles Surplus List:

Unit # Year Make Model VIN Department Mileage (Approx.) P164 2016 Ford Explorer 1FM5K8ARXGGB54224 Police 105,082 P163 2016 Ford Explorer 1FM5K8AR1GGB54225 Police 101,855 I172 2017 Ford Explorer 1FM5K8AR4HGA17362 Police 83,549 P171 2017 Ford Explorer 1FM5K8AR5HGB54665 Police 88,281 A151 2015 Chevrolet Traverse 1GNKRFKD2FJ147089 Police 107,852 I174 2017 Ford Explorer 1FM5K8AR6HGA17363 Police 104,905 177 2003 Ford F-150 2FTRF17L23CA61133 Parks Unknown
48 2007 Chevrolet Silverado 2500 1GCHC2U57E100238 Parks 89,693 205 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 3GCE14X26G174389 Parks 120,333 45 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1GCEC14Z56Z268980 Parks Unknown 210 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 1FMCU49359KC41037 Recreation 65,178 918 200 Ford Crown Victoria 2FAHP71V39X110739 Parks 81,948 Staff request authorization from City Council to dispose of items listed in attachments (Surplus Authorization Forms). Items have been inventoried, and a disposal method is recommended based on value, condition of the property, and cost of disposal.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No associated fees for the City to dispose of items listed in attachments. 5g
ALTERNATIVES:

No alternative is recommended. However, council may choose not to approve of disposal method for the listed surplus property.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Surplus Authorization Form – Police Department

2. Surplus Authorization Form – Parks and Recreation Department REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
Juan Morales, Sergeant
April Hodgson, Parks and Recreation Manager
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved – 4/23/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved – 4/22/2026
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ATTACHMENT 1
City of Brawley SURPLUS AUTHORIZATION FORM
ln accordance with the City of Brawley's Citywide Surplus Property and Equipment Policy it is requested to surplus said property and/or equipment listed below.
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DEPARTMENT REQUESTING DISPOSAL: Police
Department Head Signature
Jonathan Blackstone 1/ 'l,,z/ 1.- (,,
Print Name Date
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter
Print Name
William Smerdon
Print Name J Date '
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT TO BE SURPLUSED: , ... , .. ldentifying Estimated No. Description of ltem Number Disposal Method
Value Condition
2016 Ford Explorer 1 VIN#1 FM5K8ARXGGB54224 P164 GOVDEALS $ 3,000 FAIR 2016 Ford Explorer 2 Vin#1FM5K8AR1GGB54225 P163 GOVDEALS $ 3,000 FAIR 2017 Ford Explorer 3 VIN#1FM5K8AR4HGA17361 11 72 GOVDEALS $ 3,000 FAIR 2017 Ford Explorer 4 VIN#1 FM5K8AR5HGB54665 P171 GOVDEALS $ 3,000 FAIR 2015 Chevy Traverse 5 VIN#1GNKRFKD2FJ147089 A151 GOVDEALS $ 3,000 FAIR 2017 Ford Explorer 6 VI N#1 FM5K8AR6HGA 17363 1-174 DONATION TO BUHS $ 3,000 FAIR 7 8
9 10
11 12
13 14
15 VIN Number, last 6 Transfer to another Dept. Under $1 ,000 New Part Number Trade ln/Return to Manufacturer City Manager; Good From $1 ,000- Model Number Donation to non-profit $3,000 Cíty Fair
Make, Size Auction Manager and Poor
Sealed bids
City Attorney;
Over Non-operational $3,000 City
Scrapping Council Unknown
No value disposal
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ATTACHMENT 1
City of Brawley SURPLUS AUTHORIZA TION FORM
ln accordance with the City of Brawley's Citywide Surplus Property and Equipment Policy it is requested to surplus said property and/or equipment listed below.

DEPARTMENT REQUESTING DISPOSAL: Parks And recreation
Department 7adsignature
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AlriJ ~SM
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter 04/27/26
City &s:-ature
Print Name
Pnnt Narne
Date
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Date
PROPERTY OR EQUIPMENT TO BE SURPLUSED: ,.,_, I ldentifying Estimated No. Description of ltem Number Disposal Method Value Condition 1 2004 ford F-150 117 auction $ 1,000 Unknown
2 2007 Chevrolet silverado 2500HD 48 auction $ 1,000 Nonooerational 3 2006 Chevrolet Silverado 1500 205 auction $ 1,000 Nonooerational 4 2006 chevrolet silverado 45 auction $ 1,000 Unknown
5 2009 Ford Escape Hybrid 210 auction $ 1,000 Nonoperational 6 2009 Ford Crown Victoria 918 auction $ 1,000 Fair
7 8
9 10
11 12
13 14
15 VIN Number. last 6 ITransfer to another Oept Under $1,000 New Part Number Trade ln/Return lo Manufacturer City Manager; Good From $1,000- Model Number Oonation to non-profit $3,000 City Fair
Make, Slze ~ uction Manager and Poor
Sealed bids City Attorney; Non-operational Over $3.000 City Scrapping Council Unknown
No value disposal
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5h

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager
Prepared by: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager Subject: Adopt a Resolution Supporting State Funding for Local Municipalities for the Implementation of Proposition 36
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-14, supporting state funding for local municipalities for the implementation of Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

California voters approved Proposition 36 on November 5, 2024, and the measure took effect on December 18, 2024. The initiative was enacted to strengthen public safety, improve accountability, and expand access to treatment for individuals struggling with addiction. It establishes new treatment pathways for individuals charged with non-violent drug possession offenses and enhances penalties for repeat theft offenders, organized retail theft, and drug-related offenses resulting in great bodily injury or death.

As implementation begins statewide, counties and courts have initiated mandated treatment pathways, expanded drug court participation, and increased coordination with behavioral health providers. While these systems are largely administered at the county level, local governments play a critical supporting role in day-to-day implementation.

For cities such as the City of Brawley, Proposition 36 is expected to have operational impacts across multiple service areas. These include increased demands on law enforcement for enforcement, reporting, and coordination with prosecutorial and court processes; expanded interaction with individuals eligible for diversion or treatment programs; and continued coordination with regional partners on homelessness, behavioral health services, and community-based prevention efforts.

Additionally, local agencies often provide front-line response to quality-of-life issues and repeat offenses addressed under the measure.

Although Proposition 36 establishes new programmatic requirements and enforcement tools, it does not provide a dedicated, ongoing funding source directly to cities to support these local responsibilities.

As a result, municipalities may experience increased workload and resource demands without corresponding fiscal support.
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Adoption of the proposed resolution positions the City to formally communicate its support for equitable and sustained state funding to assist local jurisdictions with implementation. The resolution also authorizes continued advocacy efforts to help ensure that cities have the resources necessary to effectively support the goals of Proposition 36 while maintaining existing service levels.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct fiscal impact associated with adopting the resolution. However, the resolution supports efforts to secure state funding that would reduce future fiscal burdens on the City related to Proposition 36 implementation.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Take no action.

2. Provide alternative direction to staff.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
, , ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-14

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA, SUPPORTING STATE FUNDING FOR LOCAL MUNICIPALITIES FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF PROPOSITION 36 The City Council of the City of Brawley does resolve as follows:

1. Findings. The City Council hereby finds and declares the following:

A. Proposition 36, the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act, was approved by California voters with strong statewide support and took effect on December 18, 2024.

B. Proposition 36 was enacted to strengthen public safety, improve accountability, and expand access to treatment for individuals struggling with addiction. Successful implementation requires coordination among state agencies, counties, courts, and local governments.

C. Proposition 36 provides new tools to encourage individuals charged with non‑violent drug possession offenses to enter treatment programs, including opportunities for treatment in lieu of incarceration for eligible defendants with repeated drug possession convictions.

D. Proposition 36 also establishes enhanced penalties for repeat theft offenders, organized retail theft, and individuals who cause great bodily injury or death through illegal drug distribution. The measure further requires that drug dealers receive warnings that future sales resulting in death may lead to homicide charges.

E. Counties and courts across California have begun implementing mandated treatment pathways under Proposition 36. Early reports from jurisdictions with established structures show high participation rates in treatment tracks and increased enrollment in drug court programs.

F. Cities such as the City of Brawley are on the front lines of implementation. Local governments play a critical role in public safety response, community‑based prevention, coordination with behavioral health partners, and support for accountability programs.

G. Without adequate and sustained state funding, local governments may face increased fiscal pressure, reduced service levels, and limited capacity to meet the goals and mandates established under Proposition 36.

H. Investing in local governments strengthens neighborhoods, improves public safety outcomes, and promotes accountability and transparency in the use of public funds.

2. Action.

A. The City Council of the City of Brawley formally supports the allocation of state funding to local governments for the implementation of Proposition 36.

B. The City Council urges the Governor and the Legislature of the State of California to ensure that funding provided under Proposition 36 is sufficient, ongoing, and directly accessible to local governments responsible for implementation.
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C. The City Council further resolves that the City Manager, or designee, continue advocacy on this matter on behalf of the City of Brawley and authorizes the transmittal of a copy of this resolution to the Governor of California, the President pro Tempore of the California State Senate, the Speaker of the California State Assembly, and other appropriate legislative representatives.

Adoption. PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Brawley, California, held on this 5
th day of May 2026, by the following vote:
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AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA
__________________________
JJ Galvan, Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk

STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF IMPERIAL

CITY OF BRAWLEY
I, ANA GUTIERREZ, City Clerk of the City of Brawley, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution 2026-14 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Brawley, California, at a regular meeting held on the 5th day of May 2026, that it was so adopted by the following roll call vote:
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AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Dated: May 5, 2026
_________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5i

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: April Hodgson, Parks and Recreation Manager
Prepared by: April Hodgson, Parks and Recreation Manager Subject: Adoption of Pool Use Waiver, Release of Liability, and Hold Harmless Agreement for Lions Center Pool
RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Pool Use Waiver, Release of Liability, Hold Harmless Agreement, and Agreement Not to Sue for implementation at the aquatic facility, requiring all patrons to acknowledge and assume inherent risks and release the City from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The City of Brawley Parks and Recreation Department operates the Lions Center Pool to provide aquatic programming and recreational opportunities for the community. As with all aquatic facilities, the use of the pool and related amenities involves inherent risks, including the potential for personal injury, illness, or property damage.

To support prudent risk management practices, staff has developed a standardized waiver and release form for use by patrons of the facility. The proposed agreement is intended to ensure that individuals using the pool acknowledge and assume the inherent risks associated with aquatic activities and agree to release the City from liability to the fullest extent permitted by law.

The waiver includes provisions addressing assumption of risk, waiver and release of liability, indemnification, minor participation, compliance with facility rules, and acknowledgment of operational conditions (including the potential absence of lifeguard supervision). It also includes a photography release for use of images in City materials.

Implementation of this waiver will align the City’s aquatic operations with common municipal risk management practices while continuing to provide safe and accessible recreational services. The form will be required for all patrons, with additional provisions applicable to minors, prior to use of the facility.

The attached waiver and release agreement is presented for City Council consideration and adoption.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct fiscal impact associated with adoption of the waiver. Implementation will be managed within existing departmental resources.
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ALTERNATIVES:

1. Adopt the waiver as presented.

2. Provide direction to staff to modify the waiver prior to adoption.

3. Decline to adopt the waiver and provide alternative direction to staff.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
William Smerdon, City Attorney, ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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CITY OF BRAWLEY PARKS AND RECREATION DEPARTMENT
LION’S CENTER POOL WAIVER, RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS

AND AGREEMENT NOT TO SUE
Assumption of Risk. Each person signing below fully understands that our use of the Lions’ Center Pool, and related facilities (hereinafter "Pool Facility") exposes us to the risk of personal injury, death communicable diseases, illnesses, viruses, or property damage. Each of us hereby acknowledges that he/she/they voluntarily are participating in the use of the Pool Facility and in consideration of that use agrees to assume any and all such risks from its use. Each person understands there may not be lifeguards or other personnel available for assistance.

Waiver and Release. Each of us hereby releases, discharges and agrees not to sue the City of Brawley, or its officers, agents, employees, or authorized volunteers for any injury, death or damage to or loss of personal property arising out of, or in connection with use of the Pool Facilities from whatever cause, including the active or passive negligence of those officers, agents, employees or authorized volunteers or of any other users of the Pool Facilities. Each of us understands that this document is not intended to release any party from any act or omission of “gross negligence,” as that term is used in applicable case law and/or statutory provision.

Indemnification: In consideration for being permitted to use the Pool Facilities, I hereby agree, for myself, my heirs, administrators, executors and assigns, that I shall indemnify and hold harmless the City of Brawley, its officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from any and all claims, demands actions or suits arising out of or in connection with my use of the Pool Facilities.

Declaration – Minor: I declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I am the parent or legal guardian of the Minor or Minors identified below. I further declare that I shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City of Brawley, its officers, agents, employees and authorized volunteers from and against any and all claims resulting from, incident to, or arising out of Minor’s or Minors’ use of the Lions’ Center Pool, any and all risks assumed by Minor(s) and me above, and/or the breach of any promises, covenants, and/or representations made by me in this document.

Compliance with Regulations. We understand that our minor child(ren) under 15 years old must be accompanied by an adult at all times while at the Pool Facilities. We have read and will comply with all rules and regulations for use of the Pool Facilities and will pay any and all fees and costs.

I understand that I/we must obey all rules and instructions for use of the Pool Facilities and that failure to do so may lead to an expulsion from the facility.

Photography Release: I/We further agree to the use of our photograph or likeness without compensation in City materials regarding the Pool Facilities.

MINOR #1 Name:_________________________________ DOB: ______________ Age: __________ MINOR #2 Name:_________________________________ DOB: ______________ Age:__________ 5i.1
MINOR #3 Name:__________________________________ DOB:______________ Age:__________ MINOR #4 Name:___________________________________ DOB:_____________ Age:__________ Parent/Guardian #1: ______________________________________ Phone #: __________________ Parent/Guardian #2:_______________________________________ Phone #:__________________ Address: _________________________________ City:_____________ Email Address: _________________________________
Emergency Contact Information:

Name:_____________________________ Phone #: _________________ Relationship:__________

I HAVE CAREFULLY READ THIS RELEASE, HOLD HARMLESS AND AGREEMENT NOT TO SUE AND FULLY UNDERSTAND ITS CONTENTS. I AM AWARE THAT IT IS A FULL RELEASE OF ALL LIABILITY AND SIGN IT ON MY OWN FREE WILL.

Parent/Guardian Signature: _________________________ Date_______________ 5i.1
City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 5j

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Denise Garcia, Special Projects Manager
Prepared by: Denise Garcia, Special Projects Manager
Subject: Letter of Support for the Imperial County Transportation Committee’s (ICTC) Application to the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) for the ICTC/Imperial Valley Transit (IVT) Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility Project.

RECOMMENDATION:

It is recommended that the City Council of the City of Brawley authorize and approve a letter of support for ICTC’s application to the TIRCP for the ICTC/IVT Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility Project.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Imperial County Transportation Commission has requested a letter of support from the City of Brawley for the construction of a new transit facility. This facility will replace the current undersized leased site, addressing existing operational limitations. The new construction will support the transition to a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2035 and improve efficiency by allowing transit vehicles to be housed, maintained, and operated in one centralized location.

If funded, the project will benefit Brawley by expanding and modernizing transit services, providing residents with more reliable access to jobs, education, and essential services—especially for those without personal transportation. It may also help reduce traffic congestion and lower household transportation costs. In addition, the shift to zero-emission transit will reduce air pollution and improve public health in a region already facing air quality challenges.

A letter of support from the City of Brawley will strengthen ICTC’s funding application by demonstrating regional alignment and local commitment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None
ALTERNATIVES:

Do not approve the letter of support.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):
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Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager, ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 5j

CITY OFBRAWLEY

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICES
383 Main Street
Brawley, CA 92227
Phone: (760) 351-3048
April 22, 2026
The Honorable Toks Omishakin
Secretary, California State Transportation Agency
400 Capital Mall, Suite 2340
Sacramento, CA 95814
Dear Secretary Omishakin:

On behalf of the City of Brawley, I am pleased to support the Imperial County Transportation Commission’s (ICTC) application to the 2026 Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) for the ICTC/Imperial Valley Transit (IVT) Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility project.

This project will fund the construction of a new bus administrative, operations and maintenance facility to allow ICTC to transition to a 100 percent zero-emission fleet by 2035.

The existing IVT operations and maintenance facility is significantly undersized to accommodate future expansion of the bus fleet and the transition to zero-emission buses. ICTC does not own the current facility as it is leased from the transit contract operator and privately owned. The new facility will be publicly owned and support better integration of transit services in the region by allowing all transit services vehicles to be housed, maintained, and operated in one facility.

The project would improve the quality of life in disadvantaged and low-income communities by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and noise pollution in Imperial Valley and supporting the future expansion of service to provide a cost-effective alternative to the automobile.

For these reasons, the City of Brawley is pleased to support the ICTC/IVT Administration, Operations and Maintenance Facility project application. If you have any questions, please do not hesitate to contact me at 760-351-3048.

Sincerely,
J.J. Galvan, Mayor
City of Brawley
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 6a

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director
Prepared by: Adrian Ople, Planning Technician
Subject: Request for Council Direction Regarding Deferral of Development Impact Fees and Water/Sewer Capacity Fees for Pacific West Development’s Buildout of La Paloma Subdivision Units No. 1 & 2
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve Pacific West Development’s request to defer payment of Development Impact Fees, Water Capacity Fees, and Wastewater Capacity Fees to the time of Certificate of Occupancy, subject to execution of a deferral agreement and any additional terms and conditions deemed appropriate by the City Council.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Pacific West Development is proceeding with the buildout of the remaining undeveloped lots within Units No. 1 and No. 2 of the La Paloma Subdivision, consisting of 236 single-family residential units.

The project includes completion of offsite improvements and the development of currently vacant parcels.

The developer has requested that payment of Development Impact Fees, Water Capacity Fees, and Wastewater Capacity Fees (“DIFs/Capacity Fees”) be deferred from the time of building permit issuance to the time of Certificate of Occupancy (COO), which is currently anticipated to begin in late Fall 2026. Under this approach, fees would be paid incrementally as units are completed and COOs are issued.

This request is consistent with Brawley Municipal Code Section 10A.6, which authorizes the City Council to approve deferral of applicable fees. The City Council previously approved a similar fee deferral structure for earlier phases of the La Paloma Subdivision in 2021.

The City has estimated Development Impact Fees and Capacity Fees at approximately $27,920.91 per single-family unit (based on a 1-inch water meter and 1-inch wastewater connection). The initial phase of construction includes sixteen (16) homes, with an estimated $446,734.56 in fees to be collected upon issuance of the first Certificates of Occupancy. Total fees associated with all 236 units are estimated at approximately $6,589,334.80, which would be collected over time as development progresses.

Completion of the La Paloma Subdivision would finalize a partially developed neighborhood that has remained largely undeveloped since the late 2000s. The project is anticipated to contribute to the City’s 6a
housing supply, support neighborhood revitalization, and complement existing and planned development in the surrounding area.

While City policy generally requires payment of applicable fees at the time of building permit issuance, the Municipal Code provides flexibility for the City Council to consider deferrals in appropriate circumstances. Deferring fees may assist with project feasibility and timing, while maintaining the City’s ability to collect all required fees prior to occupancy.

Should the City Council approve the request, staff recommends that appropriate safeguards be implemented, such as execution of a deferral agreement and recordation of a lien or other security instrument, to ensure full payment of all deferred fees prior to issuance of Certificates of Occupancy.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Approval of this request will defer, but not waive, the collection of Development Impact Fees and Water/Wastewater Capacity Fees associated with this project.

Based on current estimates, total fees of approximately $6.59 million will be collected over time, with an estimated $446,734.56 received upon issuance of the first 16 Certificates of Occupancy. The remaining fees will be collected incrementally as additional units are completed.

This deferral will result in a timing delay of revenue to the City’s applicable funds; however, there is no long-term loss of revenue anticipated, provided the project is completed as proposed.

Staff notes that deferral of fees introduces a level of risk related to project completion and timing.

However, this approach is consistent with prior Council actions for this subdivision and is intended to support the continued development of housing within the City.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Deny the request and require payment of Development Impact Fees and Capacity Fees at the time of building permit issuance.

2. Approve the request with modified terms or conditions.

3. Provide alternative direction to staff.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
Cristhian Barajas, Development Services Director, ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 6a

PROJECT AREA MAP FOR LA PALOMA

MALAN STREET
OLD HWY 111 / BEST ROAD

EASTERN AVENUE
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~ Pacific West l(g_iJJ development
April 22, 2026
Dear City of Brawley Mayor and Council Members,
We wanted to thank you each of you individually for all of your support and efforts to get us into a position to start new homes at the La Paloma subdivision located off of Malan Street.

We are excited to commence construction of new homes within the La Paloma Unit 1 tract right away, but we are in need of some assistance. We have been building over 400 new homes the City of Imperial over the last decade, and the City of Imperial has helped us with cash flow by approving a fee deferral program for DIF/lmpact fees, as well as waste water capacity and water capacity fees being all paid prior to the certificate of occupancy issuance vs. paying them all at the building permit issuance. This has helped us out immensely with our internal cash flow due to the fact that we self-fund all of the construction costs ourselves.

We have also been made aware that the previous builder of Unit 1 at La Paloma, Leviton Homes, formally requested for a fee deferral program to be approved for the same fees as stated above, and the city of Brawley approved that fee deferral program for them. We are formally requesting that the City of Brawley approve the same fee deferral program for us by deferring the payment of all DIF/lmpact Fees, as well as wastewater capacity and water capacity fees to being paid prior to certificate of occupancy vs. being paid at the building permit issuance. As is the case in Imperial, this will help us dramatically with cash flow as we anticipate self-funding the majority of the construction costs for this project.

The fees that were sent to us that we are asking to be deferred are listed below:

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DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE IMPLEMENTATION SCHEOULE
Facility
General Government Facilities
Library Facilities
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32823 Temecula Parkway, Suite A • Temecula, CA 92592 • www.pwdevelopment.com • Phone: (951) 240-5230 • Fax: (951) 240-5075 Fulfilling Real Estate Needs Inside and Out
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WATER CAPACITY FEE IMPLEMENTATION SCHEDULE
Meter Size
5/8
3/4 inch
2inch
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per water meter
per water meter
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per water meter
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EXHIBIT A
Effective: 4/25/2014
Year3
$ 5,275.90
$ 7,914.20
$ 13,190.10
$ 26,379.50
$ 42,207.20
$ 6.27

WASTEWATER CAPACITY FEE IMPLEMENTATION SCHEOULE
Meter Size
5/8
3/4 inch
1 inch
1-1/2 inch
2inch
over2inch
per water meter
per water meter
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per water meter
per water meter
Char e Per Unit
er allon of avera e da demand
Effective: 4/25/2014
Year3
$ 4,279.80
$ 6,451 .20
$ 10,752.00
$ 21,504.00
$ 34,406.40
$ 15.32
Per the DIF and water/sewer capacity fees schedule, the amount of fees that would be deferred to the certificate of occupancy issuance would be $27,920.91 per lot. We are asking for this fee deferral program to be approved for all remaining lots that we own and plan to build at Unit 1 and 2 within the La Paloma subdivision per the map attached to this letter.

The overall construction costs to complete these homes is substantial, especiallywith all of the onsite and offsite improvements that are required for both of these projects. The total amount of deferred fees for the first phase of construction at Unit 1 of 16 homes is $446,734.56. We anticipate starting the first phase of homes in Unit 1 (16 homes) someti me in June/July 2026, and completingthem to receive certificates of occupancy on all 16 homes before the end of 2026. We plan to continue construction of the remaining 220 lots within Unit 1 and 2 after the completion of this first phase of construction of 16 homes in Unit 1.

The approval of this fee deferral program for all 236 lots (96 homes in Unit 1 (16 in the 1 st phase), and 140 lots in Unit 2) of the La Paloma subdivision would help us out immensely. 6a.2
Our hope is that the city of Brawley will approve this fee deferral request at the next city council meeting on May 5, 2026 at 6PM. Thank you in advance for your consideration to our request; it is greatly appreciated .

Daniel Dobron
Owner
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 6b

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Denise Garcia, Special Projects Manager
Prepared by: Denise Garcia, Special Projects Manager
Subject: Acceptance of the Public Green Space Grant Award in the Amount of $35,000 from the Imperial Irrigation District and Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Funding Agreement.

RECOMMENDATION:

Accept the Public Green Space grant award in the amount of $35,000 from the Imperial Irrigation District and authorize the City Manager to Execute the funding agreement.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

City Staff submitted a grant application funding request for $35,000 to the Imperial Irrigation District's Tree for All - Public Green Space Grant Program on March 24, 2026. Aligning with the Grant program guidelines, Pat Williams Park and Alyce Gereaux Park were selected by City staff as qualifying project sites. It was determined that both locations were the most suitable match to fit the City's desire to provide critical benefits such as improved air quality, greenhouse gas and urban heat reduction, public health enhancements, and recreational opportunities for families and individuals. Both project sites will see twenty trees planted around their playground areas and portions of the adjacent walking trails. The scope of work includes the installation of related irrigation infrastructure. The forty tree planting project presents the City with an opportunity for ecological restoration and public engagement.

The City was notified on April 23, 2026, that the City's grant project was approved in the amount of $35,000. The installation and report submission is due by November 30, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The Public Green Space Grant Award does not require a City match; therefore, the grant will fully fund 100% of the project-related costs.

This project was not included in the adopted FY 2025/26 Capital Improvement Budget. Accordingly, a budget amendment is necessary to recognize the grant revenue and appropriate the corresponding expenditures as follows:
101-511.000-430.616 – Revenue: $35,000
101-511.000-800.300 – Expenditure: $35,000
All revenues and expenditures associated with this project will be tracked under Project Code 2025- 37 within the General Fund.
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Approval of this item will result in no net fiscal impact to the General Fund, as all project costs are fully offset by grant funding.

ALTERNATIVES:

Council may elect not to accept the grant award from IID and require staff to seek alternative funding sources for trees and irrigation supplies for these project sites.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager, ,
April Hodgson, Parks & Recreation Manager, ,
REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-13

ARESOLUTIONOF THECITY COUNCILOFTHECITYOFBRAWLEY,CALIFORNIA, ACCEPTING AN AWARD IN THE AMOUNT OF $35,000 FROM THE IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT FOR THE PUBLIC GREEN

SPACE GRANT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE FUNDING AGREEMENT WHEREAS, the Imperial Irrigation District Tree for All - Public Green Space Grant is designed to provide funding for community groups that want to green their communities and reduce greenhouse reduction by planting trees; and
WHEREAS, City Parks Staff identified Pat Williams Park and Alyce Gereaux Parks as eligible project sites that would benefit the most from tree planting and green space improvements; and WHEREAS, the Imperial Irrigation District approved the City’s Public Green Space Grant application in the amount of $35,000; and
WHEREAS, the City will receive 50% of the funding upon acceptance of the award and the remaining 50% of funding at project completion; and
WHEREAS, the City Council supports the Imperial Irrigation District’s green space initiative and finds that it is in the best interest of the City’s residents and the environment to enhance and maintain these green spaces; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINES AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:

1. That the City of Brawley hereby accepts the Grant in the amount of $35,000.

2. That the City Manager is hereby authorized to execute the funding agreement between the City and the IID and take all necessary actionsto complete the project.

APPROVED, PASSED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the Brawley City Council held on May 5, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA
JJ Galvan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF IMPERIAL

CITY OF BRAWLEY
I, ANA GUTIERREZ, City Clerk of the City of Brawley, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution No. 2026-13 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Brawley, California, at a regular meeting held on the 5
th day of May 2026, and that it was so adopted by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

DATED: May 5, 2026

Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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PUBLIC GREEN SPACE GRANTS
2026 FUNDING AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into between the Imperial lrrigation District (11D), and Customer, someti mes individually referred to as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties."

1. PROJECT DESCRIPTION
This Agreement pertains to the Tree for AII, Public Green Space Grants Program Project(s) ["Project(s)"] . 11D shall pay Customer monetary incentives in accordance with the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

1.1. DOCUMENTS INCORPORATED BY REFERENCE
The following documents are incorporated by this reference and are hereby made part of this Agreement:
i) Customer's Public Green Space Grants Application
ii) The Public Green Space Grants Guidelines
iii) Customer's Proposa!, including Scope of Work
iv) Customer's greenhouse gas (GHG) reduction calculator associated with the submitted proposa! v) Customer's executed Funding Agreement

2. ELIGIBILITY

2. 1 Public Green Space Grants funding is limited and is available on a first-come, first-served basis. Funds will be reserved only upon 11D approval.

2.2 Projects must meet the following requirements to be eligible for incentives:
i) Project must be nonresidential, government, special district or non profit located within 11D's service territory; ii) Projects must meet and / or exceed minimum requirements established in the guidelines and will be evaluated based on these criteria.

3. SUBMITTAL REQUIREMENTS FOR PAYMENT
As a condition of payment, Customer shall submit to 11D the documents described below. Required documents include but are not limited to:

3.1 Final summary report of the project outcomes and accomplishments

3.2 Quantities of trees planted

3.3 Various site photos of accomplished works

3.4 Summarized expenses, invoices and/or documents supporting the project costs

3.5 Form W-9 Request for Taxpayer ldentification Number and Certification

3.6 Access for site inspections if deemed necessary

4. INSPECTIONS
As a condition of payment, Customer is responsible for ensuring that 11D has reasonable access to ali proposed project sites for ali inspections, pre and post installations.

5. NO REPRESENTATION OF FITNESS:
11D'S OR ITS CONSULTANTS' REVIEW OF THE DESIGN, CONSTRUCTION, OPERATION AND/OR MAINTENANCE OF THE PROJECT

AND/OR ASSOCIATED ENERGY EFFICIENCY OR CARBON REDUCTION MEASURES SHALL NOT CONSTITUTE ANY REPRESENTATION BY 11D AS TO THE ECONOMIC OR TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY, OPERATIONAL CAPABILITY, SAFETY AND/OR RELIABILITY OF THE PROJECT. CUSTOMER IS SOLELY RESPONSIBLE FOR THE ECONOMIC AND TECHNICAL FEASIBILITY, OPERATIONAL CAPABILITY, SAFETY AND/OR RELIABILITY OF CUSTOMER'S PROJECT.
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6. PAYMENTS
Grant payments will be paid to Customer and / or designated third party payee only after ali Public Green Space Grants requirements (as set farth in the Rebate Application Form and Guidelines) are met by Customer to IID's reasonable satisfaction.

Grant payments shall only be paid on projects that meet standards applicable when this Agreement is signed. IID reserves the right to modify or cancel the funding amount if the project differs from awarded proposa I.

6.1 GRANT PAYMENTS-50% funding upon award and 50% funding at project completion.

6.2 IID will make the final 50% funding at project completion to Customer only after the appropriate final documents have been submitted and approved, and the appropriate inspections of the Project have been satisfactorily completed.

6.3 AII planting projects must be completed by December 05, 2025 with final reporting to be submitted by December 12, 2025, as indicated in the Public Green Space Grants Application and Guidelines to be eligible far final grant payments.

7. PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO PROVIDE REQUIRED CLOSEOUT DOCUMENTS The initial 50% funding paid by IID to Customer shall be repaid by Customer to 11D if the utility does nat receive all closeout documents as required. Customer shall repay any funding made by IID within 30 calen dar days of notification by IID that repayment is required. IID is entitled to offset against payments owed to Customer any amount due to IID that remains unpaid 40 calendar days after IID'S written demand far payment.

8. TERMS AND TERMINATION LOSS OF FUNDING
The Term of this Agreement shall commence upon the execution. The fallowing are examples of actions that may result in a Grantee's loss of funding. This is nat a comprehensive list.

8.1 Grantee fails to execute a grant funding agreement.

8.2 Grantee changes the project scope of work without prior notice to and approval by the IID.

8.3 Grantee fails to complete project.

8.4 Grantee fails to timely submit ali documentation within the period specified in the grant agreement.

8.5 Grantee fails to provide project updates as requested.

8.6 Grantee fails to submit final project closed aut summary and documents as specified.

Adequate support and maintenance to the project sites shall occur far a period of three years after the date on which the last tree is planted at the proposed location, unless the Parties terminate this Agreement at an earlier date by mutual written agreement.

9. ASSIGNMENT
Neither Party shall assign its rights or delegate its duties without the prior written consent of the other Party, except in connection with the sale or merger of a substantial portion of its properties. Any such assignment or delegation without written consent shall be null and void. Consent to assignment shall nat be unreasonably withheld. lf an assignment is requested, Customer is obligated to provide IID with infarmation relating to the proposed assignment as requested by IID.

10. PERMITS AND LICENSES
Customer shall obtain and maintain and cause its contractors to obtain and maintain licenses and permits required by federal, state, local, or other relevant governing or regulatory bodies necessary to perfarm this Agreement. Any failure by Customer or its contractors to maintain necessary licenses and permits constitutes a material breach of Customer's obligations under this Agreement.

11. ADVERTISING, MARKETING AND USE OF IID'S NAME
Customer will allow IID to use and disseminate the program's results in its advertising and marketing of IID's Tree far AII, Public Green Space Grants Program. Furthermore, allow far use of the organization's name and / or logo in marketing materials and press releases, social media and to develop a brief customer profile far use by 11D on it's website far promotional purposes. The customer further acknowledges that it is nat an employee, agent or representative of IID and Customer agrees that it shall make no representations or warranties of any kind to its customers, the public or to any person or entity on behalf of IID. 2 6b.2

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12. INDEM NI FICATION
Customer shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless, and releases 11D, its affiliates, subsidiaries, parent companies (including Imperial lrrigation District), officers, directors, agents and employees, from and against ali claims, demands, lasses, damages, costs, expenses, and liability (legal, contractual, or otherwise), which arise from or are in any way connected with any: (1) injury to or death of persons; (2) injury to or destruction of property; (3) violation of local, state, and/or federal law, com mon law, statute, or regulation, including but not limited to environmental laws or regulations; or (4) strict liability imposed by any prevision of law; so long as such injury, violation, or strict liability (as set forth in (1) - (4) above) a rises from or is in any way attributable to Customer's performance of, or failure to perform, this Agreement, however caused, regardless of any fault of 11D whether active or passive, excepting only such loss, damage, cost, expense, liability, strict liability, or violation of law or regulation that is caused by 11D, its officers, managers or employees. Customer acknowledges that any claims, demands, lasses, damages, costs, expenses, and legal liability that arise out of, result from, or are in any way attributable to the release or spill of any legally designated hazardous material or waste arising from the performance of this Agreement are expressly within the scope of this indemnity, and that the costs, expenses, and legal liability for environ mental investigations, monitoring, containment, abatement, removal, repair, cleanup, restoration, remedial work, penalties, and fines arising from strict liability, or violation of any local, state, or federal law or regulation, attorney's fees, disbursements, and other response costs incurred as a result of such releases or spills are expressly within the scope of this indemnity.

13. LIMITATION OF LIABILITY
11D shall not be liable for any special, incidental, indirect, or consequential da mages to Customer or to any third party or entity based on its performance or failure to perform this Agreement, or any aspect of performance contained herein.

14. INTEGRATION
This Agreement, together with the documents incorporated by reference pursuant to Paragraph 1.1, above, constitutes the entire Agreement and understanding between the Parties as to the subject matter, terms and conditions of the Agreement. lt supersedes ali prior or contemporaneous Agreements, commitments, representations, writings, and discussions between Customer and 11D, whether oral or written, and has been induced by no representations, statements or Agreements other than those expressed herein. Neither Customer nor 11D shall be bound by any prior or contemporaneous obligations, conditions, warranties or representations with respect to this Agreement.

15. NO ORAL MODIFICATION OF AGREEMENT
No amendment, modification or change to this Agreement shall be binding or effective unless expressly set forth in writing and signed by an 11D representative authorized to execute such an agreement.

16. WRITTEN NOTICE
Any written notice, demand or request required or authorized in connection with this Agreement, shall be deemed properly given if delivered in person or sent by email, nationally recognized overnight courier, or first-class mail, postage prepaid, to the addresses specified below:

IMPERIAL IRRIGATION DISTRICT
Public Benefits Program Specialist
P. 0. Box 937
Imperial, CA 92251
Office Number: 760-482-3306
[email protected]
Notices shall be deemed received (1) if personally or hand-delivered, upon the date of delivery to the address of the person to receive such notice if delivered before 5:00 p.m., or otherwise on the business day following personal delivery; (2) if mailed, three Business Days after the date the notice is postmarked; (3) if by emai I, followed by telephone notification of transmission by the noticing Party; or (4) if by overnight courier, on the business day following delivery to the overnight courier within the time limits set by that courier for next-day delivery.
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17. PENALTIES FOR FAILURE TO CARE AND MAINTAIN INCENTIVIZED TRE ES The awarded entity shall agree to care for and maintain the incentivized trees fora minimum of three {3) years or the typical lifespan of a tree. Failure to meet this obligation grants the 11D the right to seek a prorated refund of the original incentive paid, calculated based on the time the awarded entity provided the required tree care and maintenance.

18. CONFLICTS BETWEEN TERMS
Should a conflict exist between the main body of this Agreement and the documents incorporated by reference, the main body of this Agreement shall control. Should a conflict exist between an applicable federal, state, or local law, rule, regulation, order or code and this Agreement, the law, rule, regulation, order or code shall control. Varying degrees of stringency among the main body of this Agreement, the Documents lncorporated by Reference, and laws, rules, regulations, orders, or codes are not deemed conflicts, and the most stringent requirement shall control. Each Party shall notify the other immediately upon the identification of any conflict or inconsistency concerning this Agreement.

19. GOVERNING LAW
This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with the substantive and procedura! laws of the State of California. Ali actions or proceedings arising in connection with this Agreement shall be tried and litigated exclusively in State court located in the County of Imperial, State of California and/or Federal Court located in the· County of Imperial or San Diego, State of California. The aforementioned choice of venue is mandatory, thereby precluding the possibility of litigation between the Parties with respect to or arising out of this Agreement in any jurisdiction other than that specified in this paragraph. Each Party hereby waives any right it may have to assert the doctrine of forum non conveniens ora similar doctrine or to object to venue with respect to any proceeding brought in accordance with this paragraph, and stipulates that the State and Federal courts located in the Counties of Imperial and San Diego, California, respectively, shall have in personal jurisdiction and venue aver each of them for the purpose of litigating any dispute or proceeding arising aut of or related to this Agreement. Each party hereby authorizes service of process sufficient for personal jurisdiction in any action against it at the address and in the manner for the giving of notice as set forth in this Agreement.

20. EXECUTION AND EFFECTIVE DATE
This Agreement has been executed by the duly authorized officers of the Parties and shall be effective as of the date of execution.

CUSTOMER
Organization Name: City of Brawley
Signature: ~,~ Name {Print): Rebecca T errazas-Baxter
Title: City Manager
Date: 03/17/2026
IID
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April 23. 2026
City of Brawley
Attn: Denise Garcia
383 Main Street
Brawley, CA 92227
Re: Public Green Space Grants Award Notification – City of Brawley Alyce Gereaux & Pat Williams Parks Project
Imperial Irrigation District (IID) is pleased to inform you that your organization's Public Green Space Grant application has been approved. The proposal demonstrates a nexus between essential community improvement needs and project benefits. It also supports IID's initiatives to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and provide resources for greener communities.

This letter acknowledges the grant total of $35,000.00 awarded to your organization. An initial check was issued to your organization in the amount of $17,500.00 The balance of $17,500.00 will be issued at the project’s completion. IID trusts that this grant will assist the organization in achieving the goals and objectives outlined in the application.

Once more, congratulations on your grant award and on the impactful work your organization is performing. IID is grateful for your efforts and looks forward to seeing the positive changes this grant will bring.

Regards,
Armando Aguilar
Public Benefits Program Specialist
(760) 482 – 3417 | email: [email protected]
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City of Brawley
City Council
May 05, 2026
Agenda Item No 6c

STAFF REPORT
To: City Council
From: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manger
Prepared by: Emmet Fried, Assistant to the City Manager Subject: Potential Action to Make an Appointment to the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council consider the applications received and either:

Make an appointment to fill the existing vacancy on the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission; or Provide direction to staff regarding an alternative selection process, such as scheduling applicant interviews or further recruitment.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission is a seven-member advisory body established to provide recommendations to the City Council and staff on matters related to parks, recreation programming, community events, and facility improvements. Commissioners serve staggered terms to ensure continuity and broad community representation.

A vacancy currently exists on the Commission due to the expiration of a term in which the incumbent member chose not to seek reappointment. In accordance with City policy, the vacancy was publicly noticed, and the City accepted applications from interested residents. The term to be filled will expire on June 30, 2029.

The City received three applications from the following individuals:

Ronald Gray III
Ramiro Barajas
Robert Lee Gonzalez II
The City Council may choose to make an appointment at this meeting or provide direction to staff regarding the preferred selection process. Options may include conducting interviews (by the full Council or a designated panel), requesting additional information from applicants, reopening recruitment, or other direction as deemed appropriate.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct fiscal impact associated with the appointment. The Parks and Recreation Commission is a volunteer body, and members do not receive compensation. 6c
ALTERNATIVES:

1. Continue the item and direct staff to conduct interviews or implement an alternative selection process.

2. Reopen the recruitment period to solicit additional applications.

3. Provide other direction to staff.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. REPORT COORDINATED WITH (other than person preparing the staff report):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency
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REPORT APPROVAL(S):

Staff, Title or Consultant, Agency Status – Date of Status Rebecca Terrazas-Baxter, City Manager Approved - 4/27/2026 Silvia Luna, Finance Director Approved - 4/27/2026
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-11

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA, APPOINTMENT OF

MEMBER TO THE BRAWLEY PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
WHEREAS, Resolution No. 89-50, adopted on May 15, 1989, provides that terms for appointments will be made to June 30th; and
WHERAS, the term of one (1) member of the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission has expired; and
WHEREAS, a notice was published requesting applications from anyone interested in serving on the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission; and WHEREAS, the City has reviewed applications from individuals requesting to serve on the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA, DETERMINES AND ORDERS AS FOLLOWS:

The following individual is appointed and/or reappointed to fill the vacancy on the Brawley Parks and Recreation Commission that expires on June 30, 2029. •
PASSED AND ADOPTED this 5th day of May 2026, by the following vote:
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AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

CITY OF BRAWLEY, CALIFORNIA
___________________________
JJ Galvan, Mayor
ATTEST:
____________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA

COUNTY OF IMPERIAL

CITY OF BRAWLEY
I, ANA GUTIERREZ, City Clerk of the City of Brawley, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Resolution 2026-11 was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Brawley, California, at a regular meeting held on the 5th day of May 2026, that it was so adopted by the following roll call vote:
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AYES:

NAYES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

Dated: May 5, 2026
_____________________________
Ana Gutierrez, City Clerk
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The City of Brawley
Application lo serve on City Council-Appointed Boards, Commissions and Committees Datc: <-f / 0 /J te
Addrcs: Residcnce:

Name: RoYl~ -----------
Mailing/Address/Mailing:
1 lomc Phonc: Business Phone:

Name of thc Board/Commission/Commi1tcc for which applicant wishes lobe considered:

Employment Expcriencc: !M I(') (
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:I:, hw-L- J~.;RrJ._ l rl..1..a s -to 1eM .e .c o,2r (2.rt. ,, t r (),t_ ~ ide~s fo J e.+ ~ .e_uiA°t1 +or p I (l -ltv.k ,.,,_,tJ. ~ooí..ç. '( J?V.f /I~ .tZ. .

Why would you lik c to scrvc on this Board. Commission or Committce? 6c.2
The City of Brawley
Application to serve on City Council-Appointed Boards, Commissions and Committees Date: ~ { IJ/ J, b
Name: ol', ClYf\\
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Address/Residence: ~---------
Mailing/Address/Mailing:

Home Phone: Business Phone: --------
Name of the Board/Commission/Committee for which applicant wishes to be considered:

Employment Experience: C. lf ~ t) f:1Ues1 M,of \aJ, (&] yr'J -f(\«~f\ ttW14~e,e I ( -.r\,s j Ov,\,\:~, e lo.v,:\: Ofer"tor/ C..V\ 1·ee ' ev b\iú INor ks 'D,'ret\:Qr L\ ¼ e (_ lii~ko - \Àl\lJí e O {)?f11,\o(
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Why would you like to scrve on this Board, Commission or Committee? W L\,l\-\- +. o V\ic, I p Ci+'j 1\M~ro~ q,us.h~( o~f,r~\- 'f.ec +or +~-e. \ócl.s
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The City of Brawley
Apphcaúon to sef\'e on Ctty Council-Appointed Boards. Commissions and Committccs Date: 4/17/26
Namc:

Robert Lee Gonzalez 11
Addrcss/Rcsidcncc:

Brawley, CA 92227
Mailing/Address/Mmling:

Brawley, CA 92227
Home Phonc: Busincss Phonc:

Namc of thc BoarcVConunission/Commillcc for " hich applicam ,1 ishcs to bc considcred:

Parks and Recreation Commission
E I E . Co-owner/Operator. Kimbergarten Family Child Gare, rnp o~ meni xpcncncc:

Brawley, CA (2017-Present). Fire Captain/Acting Battalion Chief, El Centra Fire Department, El Centra, CA (2012-Present).

Ed . n/Olh T . . Bachelors Degree in Fire Administration, with course ucauo cr rauung:
work focusing on Public Administration and Finance. CA licensed Paramedic with CPR certification.

Plcasc dcscribc an) othcr cxpcncncc you bclic~ c may bc hclpful to you i1~ scrYing on this Board.

Commission. or Committee: 2026 Brawlev Ltttle Leaaue Board of Directors.

Player Agent. 2019-2022 El Centra Firefighters Association, President.

Through these volunteer roles, I have successfully planned and organized numerous community-tocused events.

As a local resident, Why 11 ouJd you like 10 sen-e on tJús Board. Coounission or Conunittee? _______ _ business owner, and father of 3, I am deeply invested in the growth ot rec programs and opportunities tor parks to improve our quality of life.

Signaturc or ;\pplicant
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Brawley City CouncilMay 5, 2026

Brawley City Council
May 5, 2026