AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF CERES, CALIFORNIA
City Council Chambers, 2701 Fourth Street
Monday, January 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mailing Address: Ceres City Hall, 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA 95307-3292 Phone: (209) 538-5700 Fax: (209) 538-5780
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Lopez
ROLL CALL
Mayor: Javier Lopez
Vice Mayor: Daniel A. Martinez (District 4)
Councilmembers: James Casey (District 1); Rosa linda L. Vierra (District 2); Cerina Otero (District 3)
INVOCATION
Invocation by Jim Stochl, Harvest Presbyterian Church.
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AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
January 26, 2026
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Pledge of Allegiance led by Lainey Rossiter, Lucas Elementary Dual Language Academy.
PRESENTATIONS
None
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS to the Council on matters not included on the agenda (five minutes).
While the City Council welcomes and encourages participation in City Council meetings, adopted rules allow no more than 5 minutes (Resolution No. 2007-106) for expression of non-agenda items. Matters under the jurisdiction of the City Council, and not on the po sted agenda, may be addressed by the general public; however, California law prohibits the City Council from taking action on any matter which is not on the posted agenda unless it is determined to be an emergency by the City Council. Citizens are entitled to address the City Council on any agenda item subject to the 5-minute provision.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
A. Planning Commission Interviews and Appointment
CONSENT CALENDAR
All matters listed on the consent calendar are consider ed routine in nature and w ill be enacted by a single motion unless otherwise requested by an individual Coun cilmember or public for special consideration.
Otherwise, the recommendation of staff will be accepted and acted upon by roll call vote.
1. Clerks Report of Posting. The agenda of the January 26, 2026, City Council Meeting was Posted on Wednesday, January 21, 2026. (City Clerk)
2. Waive Readings. All Readings of Or dinances and Resolutions are Waived. (Waive readings in full of all ordinances and re solutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title). (City Clerk)
3. Approval of Minutes for t he January 12, 2026, Regular Cit y Council Meeting. (City Clerk)
4. Register of Audited De mand(s) Dated December 16, 2025, through January 7, 2026. (Portillo)
5. Resolution 2026-XXX , Approving Contract Am endment No. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions to Provide Private Security Services to Patrol City Parks for an Annual Amount of $80,300, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Amendment. (Royal)
AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
January 26, 2026
6. Resolution 2026-XXX, Authorizing the Cit y Manager to Accept the Donation of a Fully Outfitted Ford F-150 Truck for Polic e Department SWAT Operations and to Complete the Transfer of Ownership fr om the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association to the City of Ceres. (Johnson)
7. Consideration to Cancel the Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting of February 23, 2026. (City Manager)
CONSIDERATION OF ITEM(S) REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
8. Resolution No. 2026-XXX , Approving the Formation of the Military Appreciation Committee.
PUBLIC HEARING
None
NEW BUSINESS
None
DISCUSSION ITEMS
None
COUNCILMEMBER REFERRALS
Councilmembers request to have an agenda item placed on a future agenda (pursuant to Chapter 2 - City Council Meetings, J-8. City Council Referrals/Determination of Items for Agenda).
9. Ceres Community Foundation Discussion
(Requested by Councilmember Otero on January 2, 2026)
REPORTS
At this time, any Councilmembers or City staff will make an announcement, or report briefly on his/her activities.
Mayor
City Council
City Manager
City Attorney
Departments
AGENDA
Regular City Council Meeting
January 26, 2026
CLOSED SESSION
None
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
ADJOURNMENT
The next regularly scheduled City Council Meeting will be held on February 9, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located in the Community Center at 2701 Fourth Street, Ceres, CA.
Council Agenda:
The City Council agenda is available for pub lic review on the City’s website at www.ci.ceres.ca.us and posted at the time and places noted above.
Related Materials:
Any writings or documents provided to a majori ty of the City Counc il regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall located at 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA during normal business hours. Persons with questions concerning any agenda item may ca ll the City Clerk’s Office at (209) 538- 5731.
Notice regarding Americans with Disabilities Act:
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting or if you need the agenda and/or the documents in the agenda packet provided in an alternative format, please contact the city clerk’s office at (209) 538- 5731 at least 48 hours prior to the meeting to ensure that reasonable arrangements can be made (28CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA TITLE II).
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Fallon Martin, City Clerk, for the City of Ceres, declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing agenda for the Regular City Council Meeting was posted on Wednesday, January 21, 2026, at the following locations in Ceres:
Community Center Display Case – 2701 Fourth Street
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________ Fallon Martin, City Clerk
AGENDA
REUNIÓN REGULAR DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL
CIUDAD DE CERES, CALIFORNIA
Sala del Concejo Municipal, 2701 Fourth Street
Lunes, 26 de enero de 2026, a las 6:00 p.m.
Dirección de envio: Ceres City Hall, 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA 95307-3292 Teléfono: (209) 538-5700 Fax: (209) 538-5780
LLAMAR AL ORDEN
Alcalde Lopez
PASE DE LISTA
Alcalde: Javier Lopez
Vicealcalde: Daniel A. Martinez (Distrito 4)
Concejales: James Casey (Distrito 1); Rosa linda L. Vierra (Distrito 2); Cerina Otero (Distrito 3)
INVOCACIÓN
Invocación por Jim Stochl, Harvest Presbyterian Church.
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AGENDA
Reuniòn Regular Del Consejo Municipal
12 de enero de 2026
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JURAMENTO A LA BANDERA
Juramento a la bandera dirigido por Lainey Rossiter, Lucas Elementary School.
PRESENTACIONES
Nada
COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS al Consejo sobre asuntos no incluidos en la agenda (cinco minutos).
El Consejo Municipal da la bienvenida y fomenta la participación en sus reunions. Las reglas adoptadas permiten un máximo de 5 minutos (Resolución n.° 2007-106) para la expresión sobre temas que no incluidos en la agenda. El público general puede dirigirse aserca de asuntos que esten bajo la jurisdicción del Consejo Municipal y que no estan incluidos en la agenda que fue publicada; sin embargo, la ley de California prohíbe que el Consejo Municipal tome decisiones sobre cualquier asunto que no esté en la agenda publicada, a menos que el Consejo Municipal lo declare como una emergencia. Cuidadanos tienen el derecho a dirigirse al Consejo Municipal sobr e cualquier punto de la agenda, con la limitación de 5 minutos.
DECLARACIÓN DE CONFLICTO DE INTERESES
NOMBRAMIENTOS PARA JUNTAS/COMISIONES
A. Entrevistas y nombramiento de la Comisión de Planificación
CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO
Todos los asuntos incluidos en el Calendario de Cons entimiento se consideran de rutina ordinaria y se aprobarán por una sola moción, a menos que algún concejal o miembro del público solicite su consideración por separado. Si no, se aceptará la recomendación del personal y se procederá a la votación nominal.
1. Informe de la Secretaria Municipal s obre la publicación de la agenda. La agenda de la Reunión del Concejo Municipal del 26 de enero de 2026 se publicó el miércoles 21 de enero de 2026. (Secretaria Municipal)
2. Renuncia procesal de le ctura. Renuncia de la lectur a de todas las ordenanzas y resoluciones. (Se renuncia la lectura completa de todas las ordenanzas y resoluciones incluidas en la agenda y se declara que los títulos mencionados en la agenda pública se considerarán leídos por título). (Secretaria municipal)
3. Aprobación de la acta de la Renuión Regu lar del Consejo Municipal del 12 de enero de 2026. (Secretaria Municipal)
4. Registro de demandas de pago del 16 de Deciember de 2025 al 7 de enero de 2026. (Portillo)
5. Resolución Nº 2026-XXX, Aprobación de la Enmienda n.° 1 al contrato con Alpine AGENDA
Reuniòn Regular Del Consejo Municipal
12 de enero de 2026
Página 3
Protective Solutions para la prestación de servicios de seguridad privada para la vigilancia de los parques de la ciudad por un importe anual de $80,300 dólares, aprobación de una modificación presupuestar ia y autorización al Administrador Municipal para que firme la enmienda. (Royal)
6. Resolución Nº 2026-XXX , Autorizar al administrador municipal a aceptar la donación de una camioneta Ford F-150 co mpletamente equipada para las operaciones del equipo SWAT del departamento de policía y a completar la transferencia de propiedad de la Asociación SWAT del Departamento de Policía de Ceres a la Ciudad de Ceres. (Johnson)
7. Consideración de la pos ibilidad de cancelar la r eunión ordinaria del Consejo Municipal programada para el 23 de febrero de 2026. (Administrador Municipal)
CONSIDERACIÓN DE LOS ASUNTOS RETIRADOS DEL CALENDARIO DE
CONSENTIMIENTO
ASUNTOS PENDIETES
8. Resolución Nº 2026-XXX , Aprobación de la formación del Comité de Reconocimiento Militar.
AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA
Nada
ASUNTOS NUEVOS
Nada
TEMAS DE DISCUSIÓN
Nada
RECOMENDACIONES DE LOS CONCEJALES
Los concejales solicitan que se incluya un punto en la agenda de una futura reunión (en conformidad con el Capítulo 2 - Reuniones del Consejo Municipal, J- 8. Recomendaciones/Determinación de puntos para la agenda del Consejo Municipal).
9. Debate sobre la Fundación Comunitaria de Ceres
(Solicitado por la concejala Otero el 2 de enero de 2026)
INFORMES
En este momento, cualquier miembro del Consejo o del personal municipal podrá hacer un anuncio o informar brevemente sobre sus actividades.
AGENDA
Reuniòn Regular Del Consejo Municipal
12 de enero de 2026
Página 4
Alcalde
Consejales
Administrador Municipal
Abogada Municipal
Departmentos
SESIÓN A PUERTA CERRADA
Nada
INFORME DE LA SESIÓN A PUERTA CERRADA
APLAZAMIENTO
La próxima reunión regular del Consejo Municipal será el 9 de febrero de 2026, a las 6:00 p.m., en la sala del Consejo Municipal ubicada en el Centro Comunitario, en 2701 Fourth Street, Ceres, CA.
Agenda del Consejo:
La agenda del consejo está disponible para revi sión pública en el sitio web de la ciudad en www.ci.ceres.ca.us y se publica en la fecha y los lugares indicados anteriormente.
Materiales relacionados:
Cualquier escrito o document o proporcionado a la mayoría del Consejo Municipal en relación con cualquier punto de esta agenda estará disponible para inspección pública en la Oficina de la Secretaria Municipal, ubi cada en el Ayuntamient o, en 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA, durante el horario commercial normal. Las personas que tengan preguntas sobre cualquier punto de la agenda pueden llamar a la Oficina de la Secretaria Municipal al (209) 538-5731.
Aviso acerca de la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades:
DECLARACIÓN JURADA DE PUBLICACIÓN
Yo, Fallon Martin, Secretaria Municipal de la Ciudad de Ceres, declaro bajo pena de perjurio que la agenda para la Sesiòn Regular del Concejo Municipal fue publicado el miércoles 21 de enero de 2026 en los siguientes lugares de Ceres:
Vitrina del Centro Comunitario – 2701 Fourth Street
_______________________________________________________________________________________________________________________________ ___________________________ Fallon Martin, Sectretaria Municipal
AGENDA
Reuniòn Regular Del Consejo Municipal
12 de enero de 2026
Página 5
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En conformidad con la Ley para Estadounidenses con
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Fallon Martin, City Clerk
[email protected], (209) 538-5731
SUBJECT: Planning Commission Interviews and Appointment
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Council concurrence with the recommendation for a Planning Commission appointment of partial term, expiring December 31, 2026.
I. BACKGROUND:
There is currently one vacancy on the Planning Commission due to an unexpected resignation. This vacancy is a partial term, expiring December 31, 2026. At the January 12, 2026, meeting, Council elected to conduct open- meeting interviews for the current vacancy.
Staff conducted a recruitment for the vacancy. As part of the recruitment, staff advertised on the City’s website, published a notice in the Ceres Courier on two different occasions, advertised in the Ceres Chamber of Commerce email blast, as well as multiple posts from various departments on social media. The recruitment yielded two applicants:
• Manmeet Singh
• Robert Gobble
Contact was made with both applicants on January 13, 2026, informing them of the open- meeting interview process and the date the interview will be held. In addition, an email was sent to both applicants providing them with a link to the agenda packet (which contains the interview questions) and Zoom information. They were both informed they must attend in-person or via Zoom.
ITEM A
II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The Ceres Municipal Code (section 2.05.020) states , “The members of the Commission shall be appointed by the Mayor with the approval of the City Council and shall serve at the pleasure of the City Council.”
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
There are no fiscal impacts associated with the appointment.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
N/A
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
The Council could select one of the following options:
1) Appoint one of the applicants to the Planning Commission 2) Reject both applications and conduct another recruitment
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
This appointment will be effective January 27, 2026, and will expire December 31, 2026.
Within 30 days of the appointment, the appointee must comply with AB 1234 (Ethics Code) and file a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).
Approved by: ___________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Attachment A – Redacted Applications
2. Attachment B – Interview Questions
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Last Updated: October 2025
Ceres Planning Commission
Interview Questions
1. What do you feel are your most important qualifications for appointment to the Planning Commission ? Do you have any past or present community/public service experience?
2. Would you be able to make a recommendation on a project that was not popular with a majority of the audience members in attendance?
3. In your opinion, should all commercial buildings look the same or should they have some distinct and recognizable characteristics?
4. What do you hope to accomplish during your time serving on the Planning Commission?
5. Which of following statements would you most likely associate with and why:
“When the economy improves, the City should continue to build new single-family homes.”
or
“When the economy improves, the City should continue to build new single-family homes but at higher densities to preserve farmland.”
ITEM A
ITEM A
DRAFT MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
CITY OF CERES, CALIFORNIA
(via ZOOM and in-person)
City Council Chambers, 2701 Fourth Street
Monday, January 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m.
Mailing Address: Ceres City Hall, 2220 Magnolia Street, Ceres, CA 95307-3292 Phone: (209) 538-5700 Fax: (209) 538-5780
CALL TO ORDER
Ma
yor Lopez called the January 12, 2026, meeting to order at 6:00 p.m.
ROLL CALL – Present:
M
ayor: Javier Lopez
Vice Mayor: Daniel A. Martinez (District 4)
Councilmembers: James Casey (District 1); Rosalinda L. Vierra (District 2); Cerina Otero (District 3)
District 1
Councilmember
Casey
District 2
Councilmember
Vierra
District 3
Councilmember
Otero
District 4
Vice Mayor
Martinez
Mayor Lopez
Present Present Present Present Present
INVOCATION
I
nvocation by Tim Giannosa, Big Valley Grace Community Church.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
P
ledge of Allegiance led by Rebecca Buenrostro, Central Valley High School.
PRESENTATIONS
A. R
ecognize Outgoing Planning Commissioner, David Johnson
CITIZEN COMMUNICATIONS to the Council on matters not included on the agenda (five minutes)
T
he American Legion presented Recreation Manager, Joey Chavez, with a certificate of appreciation.
ITEM 3
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular City Council Meeting
January 12, 2026
CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
N
one
APPOINTMENTS TO BOARDS/COMMISSIONS
B. S
electing Interview Format for Upcoming Planning Commission Interviews
City Clerk, Fallon Martin, introduced the item.
Mayor Lopez asked for public comment. No one spoke. Mayor Lopez closed public comment.
Council and staff discussion included sub-committee interviews and open-meeting interviews.
Action: Motion by Councilmember Otero , seconded by
Councilmember Vierra , approving the upcoming Planning
Commission interviews to be conducted in an open-meeting format. Motion carried 3/2/0/0 by the following roll call vote:
Councilmember
Casey
Councilmember
Vierra
Councilmember
Otero
Vice Mayor
Martinez Mayor Lopez
Yes Yes Yes No No
C. Confirmation of the 2026 Mayoral Appointments to Boards, Commissions, and Committees
City Clerk, Fallon Martin, introduced the item.
Mayor Lopez asked for public comment. No one spoke. Mayor Lopez closed public comment.
Council and staff discussion included fairness, equal representation, input from fellow councilmembers, and the Brown Act.
Action: Motion by Vice Mayor Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Vierra, approving the 2026 City Council Committee
Appointments. Motion carried 5/0/0/0 by the following roll call vote:
Councilmember
Casey
Councilmember
Vierra
Councilmember
Otero
Vice Mayor
Martinez Mayor Lopez
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
ITEM 3
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular City Council Meeting
January 12, 2026
CONSENT CALENDAR
1. C
lerks Report of Posting. The agenda of the January 12, 2026, City Council Meeting was Posted on Wednesday, January 7, 2026. (City Clerk)
2. Waive Readings. All Readings of Ordinances and Resolutions are Waived. (Waive readings in full of all ordinances and resolutions on the agenda and declare that said titles which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title). (City Clerk)
3. Approval of Minutes for the December 8, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting. (City Clerk)
4. Register of Audited Demand(s) Dated November 19, 2025, through December 10, 2025. (Portillo)
5. Resolution No. 2026 -01, Authorizing the City Manager to Approve a Firearm Buyback through LC Action. (Johnson)
6. Resolution No. 2026 -02, Authorizing Staff to Purchase Military Equipment as Required by AB 481. (Johnson)
7. Resolution No. 2026-03, Approving a Professional Services Agreement with SZS Engineering Access, Inc., for Preparation of the Citywide ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan Update in the Amount of $351,770, A pproving a Budget Amendment, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement, and Adding this Project to the Capitol Improvement List Including Creating a New Project String. (Beltran)
8. Resolution No. 2026-04, Approving a Five-Year Service Agreement with Motorola Solutions for ScoutCare Dispatch Console Radio Software Maintenance for a Total Cost of $39,953.25 and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement . (Johnson)
9. General Correspondence – Information Only
a. Public Works Monthly Report for November 2025 (Royal)
10. Resolution No. 2026 -05, Approving a Reimbursement Agreement with Union Pacific Railroad for Preliminary Engineering Services for the Whitmore Avenue Reconstruction Project, Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement, and Authorizing an Overall Project Allocation for Additional Railroad Coordination and Costs. (Beltran)
Action: Motion by Vice Mayor Martinez, seconded by Councilmember Vierra, approving items 1 – 10. Motion carried 5/0/0/0 by the following roll call vote:
ITEM 3
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular City Council Meeting
January 12, 2026
Councilmember
Casey
Councilmember
Vierra
Councilmember
Otero
Vice Mayor
Martinez Mayor Lopez
Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
CONSIDERATION OF ITEM(S) REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT CALENDAR
N
one
UNFINISHED BUSINESS
N
one
PUBLIC HEARING
N
one
NEW BUSINESS
None
DISCUSSION ITEMS
N
one
COUNCILMEMBER REFERRALS
Re
view Planning Commission Guidelines in the Ceres Municipal Code (Requested at the dais by Councilmember Casey on January 12, 2026)
*Food Vendor Audits by Code Enforcement and Quarterly Reports on Sales Tax Collected (Requested at the dais by Councilmember Casey on January 12, 2026) *Same referral was made on October 13, 2025, and was brought before City Council on November 10, 2025, with no consensus.
REPORTS
•
Mayor
Mayor Lopez requested an update from the upcoming Stanislaus Animal Services Agency meeting.
• City Council
Vice Mayor Martinez thanked City staff and various individuals and organizations for their efforts related to the Christmas parade.
ITEM 3
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular City Council Meeting
January 12, 2026
Councilmember Otero thanked Modesto Fire Department for visiting Ceres with their lit-up fire truck playing Christmas music, sales tax survey, financial documents on the City’s website, and Council to reconsider conducting a forensic financial audit.
Councilmember Vierra thanked everyone involved with the Christmas parade and festivities, spoke regarding new businesses that have opened and closed, Economic Development Action Committee, Ceres Garden Club, Stanislaus Homeless Alliance meeting, Point-in-Time Count, and requested an update on Lazy Wheels and Tuscany Village.
Councilmember Casey spoke regarding illegal food vendors and a forensic financial audit, and thanked staff for the Christmas festivities.
• City Manager
City Manager, Doug Dunford, spoke regarding Lazy Wheels, stated there will be a Stanislaus Animal Services Agency meeting on January 15, 2026, and provided an update on the past Kmart building.
• City Attorney
Nothing to report.
• Departments
Nothing to report.
CLOSED SESSION
11. C
onference with Legal Counsel – Initiation of Litigation , Cal. Gov’t Code § 54956.9(d): (1 case)
12. Conference with Legal Counsel – Existing Litigation, Cal. Gov’t Code § 54956.9 Name of Case: Ashley Ranuio et al. v. City of Ceres et al., Stanislaus Superior Court Case Number: CV-25-009856
Mayor Lopez introduced Closed Session.
Mayor Lopez asked for public comment. No one spoke. Mayor Lopez closed public comment.
REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
M
ayor Lopez stated directions were provided to staff.
ITEM 3
DRAFT MINUTES
Regular City Council Meeting
January 12, 2026
ADJOURNMENT
The next scheduled City Council Meeting will be held on January 26, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers located in the Community Center at 2701 Fourth Street, Ceres, CA.
T
here being no further business, Mayor Lopez adjourned the meeting at 7:15 p.m.
______________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
______________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
Consistent with Council Policy, the minutes referenced above are in Action Format. The complete recording of the meeting can be viewed at http://www.ci.ceres.ca.us/ agenda center.
ITEM 3
COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Vanessa Portillo, Director of Finance
[email protected], (209) 538-5764
SUBJECT: Register of Audited Demand(s) Dated December 16, 2025, through January 7, 2026
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
City Council approve the register of audited demand(s) dated December 16, 2025, through January 7, 2026 , covering obligations to be paid by general warrants in the amount of $2,367,516.29
I. BACKGROUND:
In accordance with Section 37202 of the Government Code of the State of California this is presented here with a summary of demands against the City of Ceres covering obligations to be paid for the period ending December 16, 2025, through January 7, 2026.
Each demand has been audited and I hereby certify to their accuracy and conformance with the budget. Sufficient funds are available for payment of these demands.
I declare under penalty of perjury that the register of audited demands has been examined by me and to the best of my knowledge and belief is a true, correct and complete listing of claims audited and payable.
II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The Finance Department monitors payments of invoices for accountability, accuracy, and completeness. Budgeted payrolls and demands paid by warrants or checks may be presented to the legislative body for ratification and approval. This allows for invoices to be paid in a timely manner to establish goodwill with merchants and allows for discounts to be taken where applicable.
ITEM 4
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
The attached listing represents the cash disbursements required of normal and usual operations during the period. The disbursements are accounted for in the FY 2025-26 budget. There is a $2,367,516.29 fiscal impact for the period of December 16, 2025 through January 7, 2026.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:
N/A
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
N/A
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
N/A
Approved by: _____________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Attachment A – Warrant Register December 16, 2025, through January 7, 2026 ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
1 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
22600002 105.00
22600002 105.00
22600002 105.00
22600002 66.50
22600002 154.95
536.45
173.90
173.90
64.53 65.51
130.04
1,365.00
22600004 2,521.00
3,886.00
589,068.56
589,068.56
22600038 768.15
768.15
25.00 25.00
22600071 492.50
492.50
22600052 320,716.77
320,716.77
460.41
460.41
54.05 89.46
143.51
12/16/25 1ST SECURITY & SOUND, INC FIRE AND SECURITY ALARM SERVICES @ PW FIRE FIRE AND SECURITY ALARM SERVICES @ CC FIRE
FIRE AND SECURITY ALARM SERVICES @ CITY HALL/ANNEX
Voucher List
City of Ceres
12/16/25 AT&T 09/25/2025 - 10-24/2025 CALNET SVC
10/25/2025 - 11/24/2025 CALNET SVC
Total:
12/16/25 A & B TRUCK PARTS, INC SOLENOID FOR FLEET Total:
FIRE AND SECURITY ALARM SERVICES @ CITY HALL/ANNEX
FIRE AND SECURITY ALARM SERVICES @ CITY HALL/ANEX
Total:
12/16/25 BSK ASSOCIATES 11/1-11/30/25 SITE ASSESS HAZARD MATERIAL BIKE LN Total:
12/16/25 BERTOLOTTI CERES DISPOSAL, INC 11/1-11/30/25 GARBAGE BILLLING FRANCHISE FEE Total:
12/16/25 BEAR ELECTRICAL SOLUTIONS, INC TRAFFIC SIGNAL RESPONSE MAINTENANCE SERVICE
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTENANCE AND REPAIR SERVICES
Total:
12/16/25 CONSOLIDATED ENGINEERING, INC. NOV 25 PAVEMENT PRESERVATION PROJ 2512/2513/2514 Total:
12/16/25 CONCEPT AUTOBODY TRUCK DETAIL/DECAL REMOVAL FOR VEHICLE #19-288-16 Total:
12/16/25 CERES BODY SHOP, INC FLAT TOW FOR UNIT 10-228-20 Total:
12/16/25 DAIOHS USA INC. OFFICE WATER- PW ADMIN BUILDING OFFICE WATER FOR WATER DEPT.
Total:
12/16/25 COSTAR REALTY INFORMATION, INC. 12/1/2025-12/31/2025 COMM REAL ESTATE DATABASE Total:
Vendor Name
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
2 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
22600069 206.86
206.86
1,020.70
1,020.70
147.95
147.95
38.47 38.47
50.00 50.00
476.93
476.93
475.00
6,845.29
7,320.29
416.00
416.00
22400095 4,800.00
4,800.00
75.86 75.86
75.00 75.00
150.00
75.00 75.00
10.00 10.00
239.47
239.47
12/16/25 DITTOS COPY CENTER, INC. WHITMORE PARK PROP 86 SIGN Total:
12/16/25 HUNT OIL OF CALIFORNIA PROPANE FOR UNIT 20-420-97 Total:
12/16/25 VALLEY FARM SUPPLY STORES, INC SMALL TOOLS Total:
12/16/25 HOWK SYSTEMS, INC. TANK,BLADDER AT NEEL PARK Total:
12/16/25 INFOSEND, INC. 11/1-11/30/25 UB ONLINE MAINT & SUPPORT FEE 11/1-11/30/25 UB STMT PROC, POSTAGE & MAILING
Total:
12/16/25 IMPERIAL BAG & PAPER CO. LLC CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES Total:
12/16/25 INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INC. WATER SAMPLE ANALYSIS HPC W28 & 38- W39 & 40 Total:
12/16/25 K & D ENTERPRISES INC. ROAD BASE MATERIALS FOR CORP YARD SUPPLY Total:
12/16/25 JJACPA, INC. FINANCIAL AUDITS FY22/23
Total:
12/16/25 JANA KIRCHERT 11/17-12/4/25 GET FIT/ZUMBA GOLD CLASSES Total:
12/16/25 MISSION LINEN SUPPLY 12/15/25 MATS FOR PW ADMIN BUILDINGS Total:
12/16/25 SHEILA GRIFFITHS TOILET REBATE #180 Total:
12/16/25 JOHN CASUGA TOILET REBATE #174
TOILET REBATE #175
Total:
12/16/25 RAY MITCHELL INC BATTERY FOR UNIT 10-060-13 Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
3 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
22500048 20,580.00
20,580.00
412.10
-44.00
119.20
-26.01
217.33
48.31 726.93
271.89
78.03 1,350.66
1,700.58
2,862.78
2,862.78
915.00
915.00
925.00
925.00
743.26
743.26
519.75
361.71
228.81
173.90
224.49
448.98
1,957.64
22600010 73,652.00
73,652.00
12/16/25 O'REILLY AUTO PARTS 2 BATTERIES FOR FLEET
RETURN FOR BATTERY CORE
MOTOR OIL
12/16/25 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC SMYRNA PARK AVIGILON VIDEO Total:
Total:
12/16/25 R & S ERECTION TRI-COUNTY INC RIVERBLUFF RESERVIOR GATE REPAIR & UPGRADES 12/16/25 PRICE FORD OF TURLOCK, INC. TIRE SENSOR FOR UNIT 40-345-16 PUSH PINS FOR TRIM/ COVERS FOR P.D.
SERVICE AND LABOR ON UNIT 35-243
RETURN CREDIT FOR OIL
BATTERY
RELAY FOR FLEET
Total:
Total:
12/16/25 SAFE T LITE OF MODESTO INC NO PARKING SIGNS & BARRICADE FOR XMAS TREE LN Total:
12/16/25 OLIVIA MORENO MORENO P8887 11/8/25 RFND CC LRG RM Total:
12/16/25 ERIKA RUIZ RUIZ P8931 11/1/25 RFND CC LRG RM Total:
12/16/25 SUBSURFACE TECHNOLOGIES, INC WELL #22 UPGRADES (5) SAFETY JACKETS FOR STREETS
(3) SAFETY JACKETS FOR PARKS
(2) SAFETY JACKETS FOR FLEET
(3) SAFETY JACKETS FOR FACILITIES
(6) SAFETY JACKETS FOR WATER
Total:
12/16/25 SHANE PARSON (7) SAFETY JACKETS FOR WASTEWATER Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
4 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
44,635.56
44,635.56
445.00
445.00
256.00
256.00
1,775.07
1,775.07
627.95
627.95
27.57 27.57
437.00
437.00
285.98
285.98
374.99
374.99
14.40 109.46
152.42
18.30 248.67
20.05 97.19
39.93 700.42
22600058 6,855.00
6,855.00
8.00 8.00
Total:
12/16/25 ULINE, INC SMALL TOOLS
Total:
12/16/25 DELTA PAINTING & COATING ROOF REPAIR FS 18 12/16/25 SWRCB ACCOUNTING OFFICE WATER SYSTEM ANNUAL FEES 07/01/2025 - 06/30/2026 Total:
12/16/25 WILLE ELECTRIC SUPPLY, INC. FILLER PLT
Total:
12/16/25 VALLEY TIRE SALES, INC. 4 TIRES FOR UNIT 10-150-18 Total:
12/16/25 VALLEY AGRONOMICS, LLC 60 GAL OF HERBICIDE FOR WEED CONTROL Total:
12/23/25 AIRGAS USA, LLC CUTTING TORCH
Total:
12/23/25 ADVANCED TECHNOLOGY DISTRIBUTORS, INC 12/1-12/31 SCADA SYSTEM MANAGED BACKUPS Total:
12/23/25 209 MULTIMEDIA CORPORATION TCP LEGAL NOTICE 12/23/25 ANIMAL DAMAGE MANAGEMENT INC PEST CONTROL SERVICES FOR CITY BUILDINGS AND PARKS Total:
FIRST AID KIT ITEMS
DRILL PRESS SAFETY GUARD
Total:
BUOY FOR AERATORS REMOVAL
WIRE LABELS
HOSE CLAMPS
GLOVES, SUIT FOR HERBISIDE APPLICATION
FIRST AID BANDAGES
Total:
12/23/25 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC. OFFICE SUPPLIES 12/23/25 ASBURY ENVIRONMENTAL SERVICES EPA FEE
Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
5 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
31.54 31.54
92.54 155.40
94.93 32.68
283.63
836.08
32.68 1,527.94
5,122.34
5,122.34
320.71
157.74
478.45
22500145 3,208.50
22400075 460.00
3,668.50
22600061 744.50
744.50
221.09
221.09
442.18
276.95
276.95
77,657.83
77,657.83
250.00
250.00
347.50
847.50
12/23/25 AT&T 11/12 - 12/11/2025 CALNET SVC
11/07 - 12/09/2025 CALNET SVC
11/06 - 12/05/2025 CALNET SVC
12/23/25 AT&T 12/07/25 - 01/06/26 FIRE ALARM SVC
Total:
12/23/25 ATCO MANUFACTURING CO. EAR PLUGS
GREASE FOR MOWER & EQUIPMENT
Total:
12/23/25 AT&T DEC 5 2025 - JAN 4 2026 SHORETEL
Total:
11/06 - 12/05/2025 CALNET SVC
11/07 - 12/06/2025 CALNET SVC
11/07 - 12/06/2025 SUPERTRUNK
11/06 - 12/05/2025 CALNET SVC
Total:
12/23/25 CALIFORNIA LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, INC. 5 TONS OF SAND 5 TONS OF SAND
Total:
12/23/25 BSK ASSOCIATES 11/1-11/30/25 - 6TH ST WTR MAIN RPLMNT/MATERIALS Total:
12/23/25 BLACK WATER CONSULTING ENGINEERS, INC 11/01 - 11/30/2025 URBAN WATER MNGMNT PLAN UPDATE
SDMP CEQA INITIAL STUDY/MITIGATED NEGATIVE DECLARA
Total:
12/23/25 CONCEPT AUTOBODY BIOHAZARD DEEP CLEAN - UNIT 102 BIOHAZARD DEEP CLEAN - UNIT 111
BIOHAZARD DEEP CLEAN - UNIT 110
12/23/25 CITY OF TURLOCK NOV25 TURLOCK SEWER USE CHARGES 11/1-11/30/25 Total:
12/23/25 CHARTER COMMUNICATIONS INTERNET SERVICES WATERWORLD 12/1-12/31 Total:
Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
6 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
508.10
508.10
127.80
127.80
64.00 64.00
22600026 13,259.84
13,259.84
22600027 158,557.85
158,557.85
437.29
394.73
832.02
29.71 81.50
111.21
9,428.52
9,428.52
234.45
250.38
223.27
708.10
563.53
563.53
130.00
130.00
65.67 65.67
126.00
126.00
Total:
12/23/25 DEPT OF JUSTICE ACCOUNTING OFFICE LIVE SCANS - NOVEMBER 1-30, 2025 Total:
12/23/25 DELTA DENTAL OF CALIFORNIA COBRA PREMIUMS 23174 12/23/25 CORELOGIC SOLUTIONS, LLC NOV 1 - NOV 30 2025 METRO SCAN OLINE ACCESS Total:
12/23/25 FERGUSON US HOLDINGS, INC SERVICE LINE CRIMP -SHUT OFF TOOL Total:
12/23/25 DSS COMPANY 10/1-10/31/25 HATCH RD 18"WTR TRANS LINE PRJ PH 2 Total:
12/23/25 DOKKEN ENGINEERING DESIGN SVCS FOR SERVICE/MITCHELL INTER (2530)25-68 Total:
12/23/25 GRAINGER KNEE PADS
3/1-3/29/2024 UB COLLECTION FEES
Total:
12/23/25 FIRE RISK MANAGEMENT SERVICES JANUARY 2026 MED/VISION PREMIUMS
SAW BLADES
Total:
12/23/25 FINANCIAL CREDIT NETWORK, INC. 7/1-7/31/2025 UB COLLECTION FEES 12/23/25 HAO VAN LE PRECISION LAB ANALYSIS 12/1-12/31-25 Total:
12/23/25 GREEN RUBBER-KENNEDY AG SMALL TOOLS FOR HOTSEY Total:
GLOVES FOR CONSTRUCTION
NITRILE GLOVES FOR SAMPLES
Total:
12/23/25 INSTITUTE FOR ENVIRONMENTAL HEALTH INC. WELL 22 START UP HPC ANALYSIS Total:
12/23/25 HOWK SYSTEMS, INC. ROW IRRIGATION
Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
7 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
21.68 21.68
660.00
1,155.00
1,242.99
3,057.99
404.27
404.27
3,717.26
3,717.26
312.00
196.70
508.70
1,381.03
1,381.03
400.00
400.00
140.00
115.00
140.00
491.25
1,836.35
96.00 1,606.35
1,606.35
99.00 49.50
696.15
1,219.35
904.65
133.60
12/23/25 IMPERIAL BAG & PAPER CO. LLC CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES Total:
Total:
12/23/25 INVISIO COMMUNICATIONS, INC SWAT COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT Total:
12/23/25 INTERNATIONAL MAILING EQUIPMNT (2) STANDARD METER INK IX - 3/5/7 PRO SERIES 12/23/25 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL CO. ELECTRICAL TROUBLE SHOOT AERATOR SERVICE CALL OUT FOR GENERATOR @ FIRE STATION 4
08/07/2025 SERVICE ON GENERATOR @ FIRE STATION 3
Total:
12/23/25 MAYALL HURLEY, P.C. 11/05/2025 ADMINISTRATIVE CITE REVIEW 12/4-18/25 BEGIN. LINE DANCING CLASSES
Total:
12/23/25 M&G-4 13 INC. 1/2/26 SENIOR NEW YEAR LUNCH FOOD Total:
12/23/25 JANA KIRCHERT 12/8-18/25 GET FIT/ZUMBA GOLD CLASSES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
12/1-12/31/25 MONTHLY LAB ANALYSIS
EXPORT EFFLUENT ANALYSIS NOV #2
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUAILTY SAMPLES
Total:
12/23/25 MICROBAC LABORATORIES, INC EXPORT EFFLUENT ANALYSIS NOV #1 ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
8 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
696.15
690.15
988.35
1,363.10
1,293.60
14,164.90
2,136.56
2,136.56
75.00 75.00
10.00 171.87
119.28
99.93 166.32
129.23
153.36
77.30 130.88
1,058.17
587.48
587.48
145.22
145.22
31.56 31.56
3,976.67
3,976.67
900.00
900.00
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
12/23/25 MARY FRANKE WASHING MACHINE REBATE #181 Total:
12/23/25 CHADHA CONSTRUCTION CO. INC PERMIT 24-8 WTR METER RFND 2125 MOFFETT RD.
Total:
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
DRINKING WATER QUALITY SAMPLES
Total:
12/22/25 UNIFORM SERVICE WTR/WTR CONSERVATION
Total:
12/23/25 RAY MITCHELL INC FILTERS, OIL, BATTERY
12/15/25 UNIFORM SERVICE STREETS
12/15/25 UNIFORM SERVICE PARKS
HEAVY DUTY NIT 6 MIL XL GLOVES
12/22/25 UNIFORM SERVICE PARKS
12/15/25 UNIFORM SERVICE FLEET
12/23/25 MISSION LINEN SUPPLY 12/22/25 MATS FOR PW ADMIN BUILDING 12/15/25 UNIFORM SERVICE WASTEWATER
12/22/25 UNIFORM SERVICE WASTEWATER
Total:
12/23/25 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC LPR RENEWAL FEE - 7/1/24 - 6/30/25 Total:
12/23/25 MODESTO COLOR CENTER 1 GALLON OF YELLOW TRAFFIC PAINT Total:
12/23/25 MODESTO BATTERY COMPANY & SUPPLIES, INC. BATTERIES FOR VIRGINIA PARK CROSSWALK LIGHT Total:
Total:
12/23/25 MOTOROLA SOLUTIONS, INC MOBILE SCAN APP FOR LPRS - 7/1/24 - 6/30/25 ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
9 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
3,877.21
3,877.21
219.95
396.60
616.55
777.63
777.63
22600024 7,350.00
7,350.00
78.57 78.57
252.94
252.94
12.86 114.36
1,877.44
2,004.66
-134.37
45.87 1,173.42
1,084.92
10.93 96.12
221.12
95.15 423.32
240.05
240.05
27.04 27.04
Total:
12/23/25 NCH CORPORATION PENETRATING OIL
12/23/25 NBS GOVT FINANCE GRP INC LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT 1/1-3/31/26 Total:
12/23/25 ERIC JACOB MARTIN RAFFLE GIFTS FOR HOLIDAY PARTY Total:
12/23/25 NORTHSTAR ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. NOV PLANNING PROJECT MANAGEMENT SERVICES
DEGREASER AND RUST BREAKER AEROSOLS
Total:
12/23/25 NORTHSTAR CHEMICAL CL2-WELL 39 & 40
11/01 - 12/03/25 PG&E SRVCS 420 SERVICE RD
11/03 - 12/04/25 PG&E SRVCS 2701 4TH ST
Total:
Total:
12/23/25 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC 11/04 - 12/04/25 PG&E SRVCS 2928 5TH ST Total:
12/23/25 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC PAPER
1 BOX OF 5/8 BANDING FOR TRAFFIC SIGNS
24 CANS OF STRIPPING PAINT
EAR PLUGS FOR SERVICE TRUCKS
Total:
Total:
12/23/25 SAFE T LITE OF MODESTO INC 1 LOW CLEARANCE SIGN 12/23/25 PRICE FORD OF TURLOCK, INC. RETURN PANEL BUMPER COVER UNIT 10 240 20
PANEL/COVER/BUMPER ASY UNIT 10 240 20
12/23/25 SNAP-ON INCORPORATED SOCKETS
Total:
12/23/25 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC IRRIGATION ROW Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
10 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
22500106 7,992.50
7,992.50
100.00
100.00
200.00
18,539.17
18,539.17
8,833.77
8,833.77
99,818.71
99,818.71
6,283.70
6,283.70
25.93 25.93
6.02 6.02
232.32
232.32
35.33 35.33
58.19 58.19
196.70
196.70
334.20
334.20
47.35 47.35
11.18 11.18
12/23/25 JEFF C BURROWS PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT SCADA SYSTEMS INTEGRATION Total:
12/23/25 TIMECLOCK PLUS 12/18/2025 - 12/17/2026 TIMECLOCK FEE Total:
12/23/25 THIRKETTLE CORPORATION (108) RADIOS FOR WATER DEPT.
Total:
12/23/25 T-MOBILE USA, INC CELLPHONE SEARCH WARRANT
CELLPHONE SEARCH WARRANT
Total:
12/23/25 ANDRADE, ALFREDO UB 0150 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 TYLER TECHNOLOGIES, INC. 01/01/26 -12/31/26 CASH REGISTER INTERFACE SUPPORT Total:
12/23/25 TURLOCK IRRIGATION DISTRICT NOV 7 - DEC 7 25 TID ELECTRICITY SVCS Total:
12/23/25 FLORES, STEPHANIE UB 0220 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 CAMPOS, MARGARITA RAMIREZ. UB 0130 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 BORBA, JOAO G. UB 0100 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 TEDESCO, JOSEPH UB 0200 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 SINGH, LOVEPREET UB 0400 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 LEDBETTER, MAVIS UB 0230 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 UC2, INC UB 0020 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE UB 0010 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
11 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
62.23 62.23
27.56 27.56
22600065 4,477.38
4,477.38
1,305.92
1,305.92
2,000.00
1,000.00
3,000.00
1,775.07
1,775.07
1,775.07
1,775.07
7,100.28
687.60
687.60
2,859.35
2,859.35
120.85
1,977.16
2,098.01
428.08
428.08
200.22
200.22
12/23/25 VALLEY PRIMARY & URGENT CARE UB 9400 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
12/23/25 UNITED RENTALS (NORTH AMERICA), INC. TAMPER FOR COMPACT FILL DIRT Total:
12/23/25 ULTIMATE TRAINING MUNITIONS, INC. SIMMUNITIONS Total:
12/23/25 WYATT, SANDY UB 0100 OVERPAYMENT REFUND Total:
HERBICIDE FOR WEED CONTROL
Total:
12/23/25 VALLEY TIRE SALES, INC. 4 TIRES FOR FLEET 12/23/25 VALLEY AGRONOMICS, LLC HERBICIDE FOR WEED CONTROL
HERBICIDE FOR WEED CONTROL
HERBICIDE FOR WEED CONTROL
12/23/25 URBAN FUTURES, INC FY25-26 ROPS SUBMISSION FY25-26 ROPS SUBMISSION SUCESSOR AGENCY
Total:
ELECTRIC METER & ACCESSORIES
Total:
12/23/25 WILLEY PRINTING CO., INC. #10 WINDOW ENVELOPES-UB Total:
12/23/25 WILLE ELECTRIC SUPPLY, INC. GROUND TERMINALS Total:
12/23/25 VERIZON WIRELESS NOV 5 - DEC 4 2025 VERIZON SVS Total:
Total:
01/07/26 AL'S CERTIFIED SAFE & LOCK KEY LOCKSET REPLACEMENT FOR WWTP ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
12 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
62.21 41.73
64.04 162.66
498.03
31.88 64.95
155.40
31.88 64.17
153.18
159.03
122.85
370.56
214.66
31.88 32.92
2,262.03
280.70
280.70
661.50
661.50
22600013 606,396.00
606,396.00
12,822.28
12,822.28
1,050.00
1,050.00
2,100.00
22600021 11,512.75
11,512.75
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 ATT T-1 LINE
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/24/2025 - 12/23/2025 CALNET SVC
01/07/26 AT&T 11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
Total:
01/07/26 CENTRAL VALLEY BUSINESS FORMS, INC. CERTIFICATE PAPER FOR COUNCIL 11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/25/2025 - 12/24/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
11/20/2025 - 12/19/2025 CALNET SVC
Total:
01/07/26 DELTA DENTAL OF CALIFORNIA JANUARY 2026 DENTAL PREMIUMS Total:
01/07/26 CSJVRMA W/C LIABILITY INSURANCE FY 25/26 Total:
01/07/26 CIVICPLUS, LLC MUNICODE ONLINE HOSTING 3/1/26-2/28/27 Total:
DEC 2025 SAFETY MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
Total:
01/07/26 EIDE BAILLY LLP DEC 1-31 2025 ACCOUNTING CONSULTING SERVICES AUDIT Total:
01/07/26 DU-ALL SAFETY, LLC NOV 25 SAFETY CONTRACT ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
13 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
22600032 3,000.00
3,000.00
4.53 4.53
14.01 14.01
304.66
135.22
1,033.63
1,473.51
22600045 2,828.32
22600044 3,499.63
22600070 1,990.55
22600044 1,158.03
9,476.53
200.00
200.00
1,625.00
1,625.00
387.00
387.00
458.74
458.74
387.00
387.00
28.04 28.04
2,176.05
2,176.05
01/07/26 BERNARD A LICATA HR CONSULTING PROJECT
Total:
01/07/26 IMPERIAL BAG & PAPER CO. LLC CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES Total:
01/07/26 GRAINGER CAUTION SIGN FOR P.D
Total:
01/07/26 FEDERAL EXPRESS DEC 19, 2025 LATE FEES
OCT 25 N CENTRAL RECON GEO TECH ENG SVCS AGRMNT#3
Total:
01/07/26 COUNTY OF MERCED LAW ENFORCEMENT TRAINING WORKSHOP - CHIEF JOHNSON 01/07/26 KLEINFELDER, INC NOV 25 CENTRAL AVE RECON GEO ENG SVCS-AGRMNT#4 NOV 25 N CENTRAL RECON GEO TECH ENG SVCS AGRMNT#3
11/24-12/21/25 HAZARDOUS BLDNG MATERIAL SURVEY-JCC
CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES
CUSTODIAL SUPPLIES
Total:
Total:
01/07/26 DELILAH VASQUEZ LCW CONFERENCE SAN FRANCISCO 1/20 - 1/23/2026 Total:
01/07/26 ANGELICA HERNANDEZ FRESNO POST TRAINING 01/11 -01/15/2026 Total:
01/07/26 MGT IMPACT SOLUTIONS, LLC FY26 SB90 ANNUAL CLAIMS 2ND QRT Total:
01/07/26 NBS GOVT FINANCE GRP INC JAN 1 - MAR 31 2026 CFD DIST ADMIN SERVICES Total:
01/07/26 MISSION LINEN SUPPLY 12/8/25 UNIFORM SERVICE FACILITIES Total:
01/07/26 SUSANNE REYES S.REYES FRESNO POST TRAINING 01/11 - 01/15/2026 Total:
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ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
14 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
12,004.81
1,254.87
13,259.68
80.70 80.70
10,941.30
10,941.30
22600046 41,711.00
41,711.00
6,395.08
6,395.08
81.09 81.09
49.65 49.65
7.50 7.50
22500034 4,789.00
4,789.00
7,786.55
106.72
42.69 2,840.89
813.74
1,524.38
519.68
7,105.22
15,765.68
6,429.82
4,573.14
138.58
Total:
01/07/26 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC DEC 2025 PG&E SRVCS VARIOUS LOCATIONS RECRUITMENT SUBSCRIPTION 07/26/2025 - 07/25/2026
Total:
01/07/26 ODP BUSINESS SOLUTIONS, LLC CC RECEIPT ROLLS, RUBBERBAND FOR UB 01/07/26 GOVERNMENTJOBS.COM, INC. ANNUAL PERFORMANCE SUBSCRIPTION 09/29/25 -09/28/26 Total:
01/07/26 TROPHY WORKS, INC. PLAQUE COMMISSIONER D. JOHNSON Total:
01/07/26 T-MOBILE USA, INC NOV 21 - DEC 20 2025 T-MOBILE PHONE SRVCS Total:
01/07/26 STANISLAUS COUNTY AUDITOR-CONT SR 911 DISPATCH SERVICES OCT-DEC 2025 Total:
01/07/26 WESTWOOD PROFESSIONAL SERVICES NOV 25 MOFFETT RD REHAB PROJ AGRMNT/SWR RPLMNT Total:
01/07/26 VAN DERMYDEN MAKUS LAW CORPORATION INVESTIGATION FEES Total:
01/07/26 ULINE, INC EYE WASH SIGN FOR WWTP
11/1–11/30/25 CODE ENF LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 MITSOPOULAS LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 MAVERIK LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 RANUIO LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 HR LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 CANNABIS LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 SEWER LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 SOLID WASTE LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 CONTRACTS LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 LABOR LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 REAL ESTATE LEGAL SERVICES
Total:
01/07/26 WHITE BRENNER LLP 11/1–11/30/25 GEN MUNI LEGAL SERVICES ITEM 4
ATTACHMENT A
1/14/2026
15 Date PO# Invoice Description Amount
Voucher List
City of Ceres
Vendor Name
2,251.92
2,771.60
831.48
53,502.09
71.53 71.53
2,367,516.29Vouchers in this report Total vouchers:
01/07/26 WILLEY PRINTING CO., INC. BUSINESS CARDS: V. PORTILLO Total:
11/1–11/30/25 COPPER TRAILS LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 TOW ONE LEGAL SERVICES
11/1–11/30/25 LITIGATION LEGAL SERVICES
Total:
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Sam Royal, Director of Public Works
[email protected], (209) 538-5717
SUBJECT:
Reso 2026-XXX, Approving Contract Amendment No. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions to Provide Private Security Services to Patrol City Parks for an Annual Amount of $80,300, and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Amendment
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends City Council approve Contract Amendment No. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions to provide private security services to patrol city parks for an amount not to exceed $80,300.00 annually for two (2 ) years additional terms and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Contract Amendment.
I. BACKGROUND:
The City of Ceres maintains a total of fourteen regional, community, and neighborhood parks. Several of these park locations include public facilities and amenities that require secured monitoring after operating hours to ensure public safety and protectio n of City assets.
Since February 2024, Alpine Protective Solutions has provided private security services for the City under the current agreement. Their patrol responsibilities include Smyrna Park, River Bluff Regional Park (Upper and Lower Bluff), Roeding Heights Park, Whitmore Park, Strawberry Fields Park, and Neel Park.
Throughout the term of service, Alpine Protective Solutions has established and maintained a strong working relationship with multiple City departments. Their efforts have contributed to enhanced security, reduced vandalism, and improved safety at the City’s largest parks and community venues.
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II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Alpine Protective Solutions is currently providing patrol services for eight (8) City parks under an existing two- year agreement, which is set to expire on February 1, 2026, with an option to extend for two (2) year terms. Over the course of this agreement, Alpine has demonstrated consistent reliability, responsiveness, and professionalism in the performance of security patrol duties.
Based on their proven performance, familiarity with City parks, and the continuity of service they provide, staff recommend extending the agreement with Alpine Protective Solutions to continue delivering park patrol services.
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
The security services for eight (8) City parks were included in FY25/26 budget for an amount of $64,240.00 in account 10040.029900. A budget amendment is not necessary to cover the contract Amendment No. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions for a total amount of $80,300.00 annually . F unding for the additional amount is available within the 10040.029900 account and will not impact the Parks Division FY25/26 budget. Staff will include the updated contract amount in its FY26/27 Budget projections.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
This will help accomplish the Livable Community section of the Strategic Plan to create a vibrant, safe, attractive, and walkable community.
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
If the City Council decides not to renew the contract agreement with Alpine Protective Solutions for park patrol services, City parks may become more vulnerable to vandalism, graffiti, and other after -hours security concerns. The absence of dedicated patrol coverage could also result in delayed response times to incidents and increased risk to City assets, facilities, and public safety.
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Upon Council approval, the City Manager shall approve Contract Amendment No.1 with Alpine Protective Solutions.
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Approved by: _______________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Attachment A – Resolution
2. Attachment B – Contract Amendment No. 1
3. Attachment C – Original Agreement with Alpine Protective Solutions
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XXX
APPROVING CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 1 WITH ALPINE
PROTECTIVE SOLUTIONS TO PROVIDE PRIVATE SECURITY
SERVICES TO PATROL CITY PARKS FOR AN ANNUAL AMOUNT OF
$80,300.00 AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE
THE AMENDMENT
THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres
WHEREAS, City of Ceres has a total of fourteen regional, community, and neighborhood city parks. Several of these parks have public facilities that require daily secured monitoring after hours; and
WHEREAS, Alpine Protective Solutions is currently providing patrol services for eight (8) City parks under an existing agreement, which is set to expire on February 1, 2026 with an option to extend for two (2) year terms; and
WHEREAS, throughout the term of service, Alpine Protective Solutions has established and maintained a strong working relationship with multiple City departments and demonstrated consistent reliability, responsiveness, and professionalism in the performance of security patrol duties; and
WHEREAS, the current security services for eight (8) City parks were included in FY25/26 budget for an amount of $64,240.00; and
WHEREAS, additional patrolling services for a total amount of $16,04 0.00 is necessary to cover the Contract Amendment No. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions for a total amount of $80 ,300.00 annually, and funds can be available in account 10040- 029900.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Ceres does hereby approve contract amendment no. 1 with Alpine Protective Solutions to provide private security services to patrol city parks for an annual amount of $80,300, and authorizes the City Manager to execute the amendment.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 26
th day of January 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
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ATTACHMENT A
ATTEST:
_________________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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ATTACHMENT B
FIRST AMENDMENT TO AN EXISTING CONTRACT
WITH ALPINE PROTECTIVE SOLUTIONS
RECITALS
1. Pursuant to Ceres City Council Resolution No. 2024-002 the City of Ceres (CITY) and Alpine Protective Solutions (CONTRACTOR) entered into a contract January 22, 2024, for the provision of providing City Security Services for Eight (8) City Parks.
2. The term
of February 01, 2024, contract was agreed upon and an anticipated completion date e
nding on February 01, 2026, with a provision to renew every two (2) years. The
CONTRACTOR
and CITY have agreed to extend the contract to February 01, 2028, with this Amendment #1 to Term of Agreement.
3. Compensation for services provided to not exceed the annual limit of $80,300.00 without additional authorization from the City Council.
NOW THEREF
ORE, the parties agree as follows:
1. Grand total of annual amount not to exceed $80,300.00 to the rates set forth in Exhibit B- Compensation.
2. All of the remaining terms and conditions of the contract shall remain unchanged.
3. This A
mendment shall become effective only upon its approval by the City Manager of the City
of Ceres.
IN WITN
ESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this FIRST AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT on the dates indicated below.
Dated: _______
____________, 2025 Dated: ___________________, 2025
CITY OF CE
RES, A Municipal Corporation CONTRACTOR, Alpine Protective Solutions By: _______
____________________ By: ______________________________ Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager David R. Gorsuch, CEO & President
APPROVED AS TO
FORM:
_________________
_____________
Nubia Goldstein, City Attorney
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QUOTE FOR PHYSICAL SECURITY
Main Office: 602 14th Street, Modesto CA 95354
PPO: 17717 I AlpineProtect.com | Ofc: 209.409.8147
Proposal For: City of Ceres Date: Monday, December 8th, 2025
SERVICE COST
VEHICLE & FOOT PATROL / LOCK / UNLOCK $20 PER EACH
11 PATROLS / LOCKS / UNLOCKS $220 PER DAY
TOTAL COST PER MONTH $6,600 PER MO ($220 PER DAY X 30 DAYS) TOTAL COST PER YEAR $80,300 PER YR ($220 PER DAY X 365 DAYS) 24/7 DISPTACH RESPONSE TO CALLS INCLUDED AT NO COST AND UNLIMITED HOURLY RATE FOR STATIC OFFICER $55 PER HOUR ($75 OT Rate) Term: The service agreement length is TWO YEARS, starting February 1st, 2026 and ending February 1st, 2028.
Scope: Patrol Officer would patrol the areas as directed by client – one hour after dusk until dawn. Locking and unlocking of gates and facilities as required. A digital report will be compiled and electronically sent to the client within 48 hours of each night of patrols.
Company Leadership
Daniel Vara
Patrol Division Manager
Daniel Vara joined the firm in 2021, is a
licensed EMT and has many years of
security experience conducting both
uniformed patrol operations as well as
close-protection and surveillance details,
while primarily managing the 24/7 patrol
operations division.
Tim Gardner
Static Division Manager
Tim joined the firm after a combined twenty
years serving as a US Navy Aviation Ordinance
Technician and loss prevention and static site
security operations specialist. He joined the
firm in 2016 and has since become a division
manager, overseeing all uniformed
operations across the west coast.
Michael Patterson
Patrol Operations Consultant
With a decade of US Army (Military Police)
and high-risk security operations, Michael
utilizes his military and security experience to
manage the gathering and analysis of client
security issues and provide operational
expertise and response.
This document is only an agreement on pricing. A service agreement must be signed prior to commencing operations.
David R. Gorsuch
CEO & President
David founded the firm after a combined ten
years serving as Airborne Infantry
(Paratrooper) in the US Army’s elite 82nd
Airborne Division and managing multiple
high-risk personal security teams, from
Silicon Valley to Mexico City.
Logan W
hite
Operations Manager
Logan joined the firm near its inception and
has many years of hands-on active
enforcement security, executive protection
and high-risk mission experience. Managing
operations that span California, Nevada,
Arizona and Utah, Logan maintains APS in an
elevated state of operational readiness.
Steve Reyes
Client Services Director
Steve joined the firm after serving in the US
Marine Corps in an elite anti-terrorist
security unit (FAST Company), operating and
responding on a worldwide basis. He
manages all APS client relations as well as
conducting executive protection missions
domestically and internationally.
EXHIBIT B
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AGREEMENT
FOR
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ATTACHMENT C
THIS AGREEMENT is made and entered into in the CITY of Ceres, State of California, this 22nd day of January 2024, by and between the CITY OF CERES, a municipal corporation of the State of California, hereinafter referred to as "CITY", and ALPINE PROTECTIVE SOLUTIONS.!. hereinafter referred to as "CONTRACTOR" each individually a "Party" or collectively the "Parties"). There are no other parties to this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of this Agreement, and the mutual promises, covenants, and stipulations hereinafter contained, the parties agree as follows:
1. SCOPE OF SERVICES / PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
In compliance with all terms and conditions of this Agreement, the CONTRACTOR shall provide the contracted services specified in the "Scope of Services" attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by this reference, which services may be referred to herein as the "services" or "work" hereunder. As a material inducement to the CITY entering into this Agreement, CONTRACTOR represents that it is a provider of work and services consistent with the standards of care, diligence and skill ordinarily exercised by contractors in similar circumstances in accordance with sound practices and that CONTRACTOR is experienced in performing the work and services contemplated herein. CONTRACTOR covenants that it will follow sound practices and standards in performing the work and services required hereunder and that all work product will be of good quality, fit for the purpose intended.
2. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW
All services rendered hereunder shall be provided in accordance with all ordinances, resolutions, statutes, rules, and regulations of the CITY and any Federal, State, or local governmental agency having jurisdiction in effect at the time service is rendered.
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Trenton Johnson, Chief of Police
[email protected], (209) 538-5743
SUBJECT:
Resolution No. 202 6-XXX, Authorizing the City Manager to Accept the Donation of a Fully O utfitted Ford F- 150 Truck fo r Police Department SWAT Operations and to Complete the Transfer of Ownership from the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association to the City of Ceres
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the City Manager to accept the donation of a fully outfitted Ford F -150 truck for Police Department SWAT operations and to complete the transfer of ownership from the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association to the City of Ceres.
I. BACKGROUND:
The Ceres Police Department was recently approached by the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association with an offer to donate a 2025 Ford F-150 to replace the Department’s 2012 Chrysler Town and Country van. The donated truck will come fully outfitted with emergency lights, a siren, and secure storage compartments for specialized equipment.
The 2012 Chrysler Town and County van has primarily been used by the SWAT Team Leader to ensure rapid response to major incidents. It has also been available for use by other team members when attending schools, trainings, and related assignments.
The donated 2025 Ford F-150 will be used in the same capacity.
II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The Police Department has benefited greatly from the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country van, which is currently used by the SWAT Team and has proven its value during live missions and training deployments. However, the van is now in need of significant repairs and has reached a point where it is no longer reliable.
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Due to current budget limitations, purchasing a replacement vehicle is not feasible.
Therefore, accepting this donation will allow the Department to replace the existing vehicle without any negative financial impact to the City.
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
The Fiscal impact is an estimated $60,000 savings to the City of Ceres by accepting this donation.
Fleet estimates the annual maintenance costs will be approximately $2,2 00.00 and the annual fuel consumption will be $7, 500.00. Fleet will include th ese amounts in their annual budget for the Police Department.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:
Approval of this Agreement aligns with the City’s Strategic Plan to “provide quality services to meet community needs, assuring that the City has helpful, well trained, properly equipped and sufficient staff who partners with other public agencies to provi de efficient services.”
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
Council could choose to not accept this donated vehicle. Staff would then be in a position of needing to request $60,000.00 from the city to replace the current 2012 Chrysler Town and County SWAT van.
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Following Council approval, the SWAT Association will transfer the legal title of the 2025 Ford F150 to the City of Ceres and the vehicle will be added to the City’s Fixed Assets list.
Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Attachment A – Resolution
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XXX
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO ACCEPT THE DONATION OF A FULLY OUTFITTED FORD F-150 TRUCK FOR POLICE DEPARTMENT SWAT
OPERATIONS AND TO COMPLETE THE TRANSFER OF OWNERSHIP FROM THE
CERES POLICE DEPARTMENT SWAT ASSOCIATION TO THE CITY OF CERES
THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres, California
WHEREAS, the Ceres Police Department currently has need of a n ew SWAT vehicle to replace the 2012 Chrysler Town and Country van; and
WHEREAS, the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association is willing to purchase and outfit a 2025 Ford F150 truck for use in major SWAT incidents, attending schools, trainings and related assignments; and
WHEREAS, this donation will save the city approximately $60,000.00 that is needed to replace the current 2012 Chrysler van; and
WHEREAS, the annual cost for maintenance will be approximately $2,2 00.00 and will be included annually in Fleet’s budget for the Police Department.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED , that the City Council of the City of Ceres does hereby authorize the City Manager to accept the donation of a fully outfitted Ford F-150 truck for Police Department SWAT operations and to complete the transfer of ownership from the Ceres Police Department SWAT Association to the City of Ceres.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 26
th day of January 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
________________________________
Javier Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________
Fallon Martin, City Clerk
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
[email protected], (209) 538-5751
SUBJECT: Consideration to Cancel the Regularly Scheduled City Council Meeting of February 23, 2026
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
By minute order, cancel the second regularly scheduled City Council meeting of February 23 , 2026.
I. BACKGROUND:
Section 2.02.010 of the Ceres Municipal Code specifies the regular meetings of the City Council shall be held on the second and fourth Monday of each month at 6:00 p.m. in the Ceres City Council Chambers.
Cancellation of this meeting requires an affirmative vote of the City Council. The next regular scheduled City Council meeting would be held on Monday, March 9, 2026. Should a meeting be necessary before March 9 , 2026, a special meeting can be called, which requires a 24-hour notice with posting the agenda.
II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
This recommendation is coming as a result of both the City Manager and City Attorney will be out of the country. Agenda items have been planned in accordance with the absence of the City Manager and City Attorney.
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
There are no fiscal impacts associated with this item.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO THE STRATEGIC PLAN:
N/A
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V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
1. Not to cancel the February 23, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting.
2. H old a Special Meeting in lieu of the cancelled February 23, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting, pending room availability.
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
N/A
VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Upon approval to cancel the February 23, 2026, Ceres City Council meeting, t he City Clerk will post a Notice of Cancellation as prescribed by law, in the locations required by the City of Ceres on the Affidavit of Posting and the City website.
Approved by: ____________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
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COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT
CITY COUNCIL
Javier Lopez, Mayor
James Casey, Dist.1
Rosalinda L. Vierra, Dist. 2
Cerina Otero, Dist. 3
Daniel A. Martinez, Dist. 4
MEETING DATE: January 26, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Douglas D. Dunford, City Manager
CONTACT: Joey Chavez, Recreation Manager
[email protected], (209) 538-5682
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2026-XXX, Approving the Formation of the Military Appreciation Committee
RECOMMENDED COUNCIL ACTION:
Staff recommends Council approve a Resolution approving the formation of the Military Appreciation Committee.
I. BACKGROUND:
At the April 12, 2021, Council meeting, the City Council considered the Mayor’s request to place an item on the next agenda to discuss the formation of an ad hoc committee honoring veterans. Council unanimously concurred with moving the item forward.
At the April 26, 2021, Council meeting, the City Council discussed the formation of an ad hoc committee honoring veterans. During that meeting, Mayor Lopez recommended the appointments of himself, Sgt. King of the Turlock U.S. Army recruiting office, Freddy Morales of the Veterans of Foreign Wars, American Legion Commander Pete Samaniego, resident and veteran Gene Yeakley, Supervisor Channce Condit, and Councilmember Bret Silveira. Council directed staff to return to Council for the formal formation and appointment of members to the committee
During the November 8, 2021, Council meeting, the City Council discussed the Mayor’s recommended appointments and directed staff to open an application process for community members wanting to serve on the committee. The application period was open from N ovember 15
th through December 7 th. The application was posted on the City’s website and announced in the Ceres Courier. At the December 13, 2021, Council meeting, the City Council directed staff to extend the application filing period until January 14, 2022, to allow sufficient time for additional members of the community to apply. Staff received a total of four (4) applications.
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On November 13, 2023, several Veterans and Active Military Banner committee members were opposed to a Veterans banner being approved and have it removed, because the applicant was not a Ceres resident.
On Monday, November 13, 2023, during public comment several Military Banner Committee voiced their concern about the process and felt that their suggestions were not heard, so they requested to have the Military Banner Committee dissolved.
On June 25, 2025 City Council Meeting Council Member Otero made a referral to the City Manager to bring back the Veterans and Military Banner Program committee and at the July 14, 2025 City Council meeting the City Council gave direction to staff to move forward to bring back the Veterans and Military Banner Committee.
II. REASONS FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Staff received the following recommendations from Councilmember Otero for consideration in forming the Military Appreciation Committee:
• Select two council members to serve on committee.
• Year around effort where the City recognizes the military. • Bring back the previous established rules of the banner program and allow the committee to review and implement any changes.
• Explore the options for annual veterans and military appreciation ceremony/day. • Allow committee to discuss and review potential quarterly recognition and support events such as resource fairs, lunch or dinner.
• Beautify the veteran’s memorial in Whitmore Park.
III. FISCAL IMPACTS:
There will be no fiscal impact. The program will be self-supported by community donations to purchase banners.
IV. EXISTING POLICY / RELATIONSHIP TO STRATEGIC PLAN:
Community engagement: Establish strong relationships with all sectors of th e community, recognizing its cultural diversity and increase their involvement in creati ng the future of the City.
V. POLICY ALTERNATIVES:
. The City Council may consider the following alternatives:
1. Approve the request as recommended by staff
2. Reject and direct staff to revise the Program.
VI. INTERDEPARTMENTAL COORDINATION:
The Recreation department would play a central role in overseeing the Military Appreciation Committee.
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VII. PUBLIC PARTICIPATION:
N/A
VIII. ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
N/A
IX. STEPS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Following Council approval and direction, staff will impl ement the direction of the City Council.
Approved by: ____________________________
Douglas D. Dunford,
City Manager
Attachments:
1. Attachment A – Resolution
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ATTACHMENT A
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XXX
APPROVING THE FORMATION OF THE MILITARY APPRECIATION
COMMITTEE
THE CITY COUNCIL
City of Ceres, California
WHEREAS, the purpose of the committee is to find ways to honor local residents who served or are serving in the armed forces; and
WHEREAS, at the July 14, 2025, Council meeting, the City Council approved the formation of a Veterans and Active Military Banner committee; and
WHEREAS, each member of the committee, except the City Council members who serve on the committee, shall serve until their duties are completed and any associated recommendations are submitted to the City Council for consideration; and
WHEREAS, the committee shall be advisory and only the committee will make recommendations to the City Council.
NOW THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Ceres hereby approves the formation of the Military Appreciation Committee.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Ceres City Council at a regular meeting thereof held on the 26
th day of January 2026, by the following vote:
AYES: Councilmembers:
NOES: Councilmembers:
ABSENT: Councilmembers:
ABSTAIN: Councilmembers:
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Javier Lopez, Mayor
ATTEST:
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Fallon Martin, City Clerk
ITEM 8
ITEM 8