Mayor Steven C. Bird 600 East A Street
Vice Mayor Jim Ernest Dixon, CA 95620-3697
Council Member Thom Bogue DAIN (707) 678-7000
Council Member Don Hendershot Fax: (707) 678-1489
Council Member Kevin Johnson Website: www.cityofdixonca.gov Elected City Clerk Kristin M. Janisch E-mail: [email protected] City Treasurer Simon A. LeBleu
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Jim Lindley, City Manager
Douglas White, City Attorney
REGULAR MEETING OF THE DIXON CITY COUNCIL
APPROVED MINUTES
Location
Meeting of August 4, 2026 7:00 pm Council Chambers
600 East A Street
Dixon, California
THIS MEETING WILL BE PHYSICALLY OPEN TO THE PUBLIC. ALL MEMBERS OF THE
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0. CLOSED SESSION AT 6:00 P.M.
0.0 ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Thom Bogue, Don Hendershot, Kevin Johnson Mayor Steve Bird
Absent: Vice Mayor Jim Ernest
0.1 PUBLIC COMMENT (CLOSED SESSION AGENDA ITEMS ONLY)
Mayor Bird opened public comment on Closed Session agenda items. There was no public comment.
0.2 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS:
Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6
City Negotiators: Kate Zawadzki, Melissa Eads, Rachel Ancheta, Douglas L. White, Jack Hughes
Employee Organizations: Dixon Professional Firefighters Association Dixon Police Officers Association
Public Employees Union, Local One
Non-Represented Management Unit
Non-Represented Non-Management Unit
Dixon Mid-Manager's and Supervisor's
Association
Dixon Public Safety Mid-Manager's Association
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
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0.3 LIABILITY CLAIMS (Gov. Code, § 54956.95)
Claimant: Noah Hackworth
Agency Claimed Against: City of Dixon
Item Initiated By: Rachel Ancheta, Human Resources Director Authorized B: Rachel Ancheta, Human Resources Director
0.4 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9(d):
One case
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
The City Council adjourned into Closed Session at 6:00 p.m.
The City Council reconvened from Closed Session at 7:04 p.m.
Christina Pritchard, Deputy City Attorney, stated that there was no reportable action on Items 0.2 and 0.4. Item 0.3, by a vote of 4-0 with one absent, the Council voted to accept the claim.
CALL TO ORDER
Thayor Bular Meting of the Dixon City Council was called to order at 7:06 p.m. by
2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The Pledge of Allegiance was led by Councilmember Hendershot.
ROLL CALL
Present: Councilmembers Thom Bogue, Don Hendershot, Kevin Johnson Mayor Steve Bird
Absent: Vice Mayor Jim Ernest
Staff Present: Kate Zawadkzi, Assistant City Manager
Christina Pritchard, Deputy City Attorney
Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
None.
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to approve the agenda as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
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PRESENTATIONS/PROCLAMATIONS/RECOGNITION
Swearing in of Battalion Chief John Jurado.
Item Initiated By: Randy Shafer, Fire Chief
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Presented By: Randy Shafer, Fire Chief
Randy Shafer, Fire Chief, administered the oath to Battalion Chief John Jurado.
Battalion Chief John Jurado received his badge from his wife, Lisa.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
The City Council recessed at 7:11 p.m.
The City Council reconvened at 7:12 p.m.
6.2 Proclamation Recognizing the Retirement of Vicki Jacobs.
Item Initiated By: Bruce Barrette, Interim Public Works Director Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Presented By: Mayor Steve Bird
Mayor Bird presented a proclamation and plaque recognizing the retirement of Transit Supervisor Vicki Jacobs.
Transit Supervisor Vicki Jacobs shared a few words.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
6.3 Operational Review of the 4th of July Event.
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Presented By: Bruce Barrette, Interim Public Works Director Randy Shafer, Fire Chief
Robert Thompson, Chief of Police
Chief of Police Robert Thompson, Police Services Analyst Christina Garcia, and Fire Chief Randy Shafer provided a presentation on the item.
Robert Thompson, Chief of Police, answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
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PUBLIC COMMENI (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
Alexander Cardenas commented on the establishment of No Park Fire Lane along East H Street.
Maria Echeverria commented on the establishment of No Park Fire Lane along East H Street.
Aimee Echeverria commented on the establishment of No Park Fire Lane along East H Street.
ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Hendershot thanked staff and residents for attending the Popsicles in the Park event.
Councilmember Bogue commented on a productive conversation with concerned citizens and stated that he is easy to reach should anyone wish to speak with him.
Councilmember Johnson enjoyed the Popsicles in the Park event, provided information on the upcoming Coffee with a Councilmember event with him and Councilmember Bogue, and requested information on the East H Street topic.
Mayor Bird attended a League of California Cities Executive Board meeting, Community Action Partnership (CAP) Solano meeting, Solano County Farm Bureau fundraiser, and Coffee with a Councilmember event.
CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Bird pulled Item 9.4 for further discussion following receipt of a comment card.
Councilmember Hendershot requested Item 9.6 to be pulled for clarification.
Michael Ceremello requested Item 9.3 to be pulled for discussion.
A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Hendershot, to approve Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.5, 9.7, 9.8, and 9.9 as presented.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on Items 9.1, 9.2, 9.5, 9.7, 9.8, and 9.9. There was no public comment.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
9.1 Approve the Minutes from July 21, 2026 Regular Meeting of the Dixon City Council.
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Lupe Suz, Administ are City Clerk
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Action: Minutes approved.
9.2 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Enumeration of Claims.
Item Initiated By: Kate Zawadzki, Assistant City Manager Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Kate Zawadzki, Assistant City Manager
Action: Resolution 26-157
ITEM PULLED AND HEARD SEPARATELY
9.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement With Goodwin Consulting Group for Minimum Economic Impact Policy Implementation with a Maximum Not-To-Exceed Budget ot $28,000; and Approving a Corresponding Budget Amendment.
Item Initiated By: Raffi Boloyan, Community Development Director Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Sam Correll, Management Analyst |
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by Councilmember Johnson, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
Action: Resolution 26-161
ITEM PULLED AND HEARD SEPARATELY
9.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement (PSA) With DKS Associates (DKS) to Conduct a Corridor Study of West A Street from the I-80 Interchange to Pitt School Road in an Amount Not to Exceed $272,800 and Reallocation of Transportation Capital Project Funds.
Item Initiated By: Christopher Fong, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Bal Soin was received.
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Christopher Fong, City Engineer/Director of Utilities, provided information on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
Christopher Fong, City Engineer/Director of Utilities, answered questions from the Council.
Kate Zawadzki, Assistant City Manager, provided information on the item.
Christina Pritchard, Deputy City Attorney, provided information on the item.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson, seconded by Councilmember Bogue, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
Action: Resolution 26-162
9.5 Adopt a Resolution Accepting Public Improvements and Dedications from JEN California 6 LLC For Villages 14 and 15 (Phase 4) of the Homestead Project, Granting a One (1) Year Warranty, and Authorizing the City Clerk to File a Notice of Completion and Certificate of Acceptance.
Item Initiated By: Christopher Fong, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Leland Markusen, Construction Project Manager Action: Resolution 26-158
ITEM PULLED AND HEARD SEPARATELY
9.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Staff to Execute a Professional Services Agreement With WSP USA, Inc. (WSP) to Provide Constructability Review and Construction Management Services for the Parkway Boulevard Grade Separation Project.
Item Initiated By: Christopher Fong, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer
Councilmember Hendershot requested clarification on the item.
Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer, provided information on the item.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
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A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by Councilmember Bogue, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
Action: Resolution 26-163
9.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Surplus Auction of Vehicles in the Dixon Readi-Ride Fleet That Have Reached or Exceeded Their Usable Lifespan.
Item Initiated By: Bruce Barrette, Interim Public Works Director Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Brandon Thomson, STA Senior Transit Mobility Coordinator Action: Resolution 26-159
9.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager, or Designee, to Accept the "Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP)" and Enter into the Resultant Grant Agreement and Any Amendments to Fund Impaired Driving Detention/Investigation Training for Officers and Supplemental Impaired Driving Enforcement. Additionally, Approve the Related Budget Amendment.
Item Initiated By: Robert Thompson, Chief of Police
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Christina Garcia, Police Services Analyst
Action: Resolution 26-160
9.9 Minute Action Approving the Mayor's Recommended Appointment of Isabell Watts to the Trustee Position on the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District (SCMAD) Board for an Unexpired Term Through September 2028.
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
Action: Minute Action approving the appointment of Isabell Watts to the Trustee Position on the Solano County Mosquito Abatement District (SCMAD) Board for an Unexpired Term Through September 2028.
10. PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.
11. UNFINISHED BUSINESS
None.
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12. NEW BUSINESS
12.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Pavement Preservation Project List to Be Funded By SB-1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act Of 2017.
Item Initiated By: Christopher Fong, P.E., City Engineer/Director of Utilities Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer
Presented By: Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer
Jordan Santos, Junior Engineer, provided a presentation on the item and answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item.
Public comment by Michael Ceremello was received.
Mayor Bird closed public comment on the item.
A motion was made by Councilmember Hendershot, seconded by Councilmember Bogue, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Hendershot, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: None
ABSENT: Ernest
Action: Resolution 26-164
12.2 Adopt a Resolution Approving a Community Support Fund Donation Request from the Dixon Historical Society.
Item Initiated By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Authorized By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Prepared By: Lupe Ruiz, Administrative City Clerk
Presented By: Melissa Eads, City Manager
Kate Zawadzki, Assistant City Manager, presented the item and answered questions from the Council.
Mayor Bird opened public comment on the item. There was no public comment.
A motion was made by Councilmember Johnson to approve the item with the addition of the receiving entity to provide full accounting to the Council.
Councilmember Hendershot stated he would be abstaining from the vote.
Mayor Bird seconded the motion.
Councilmember Bogue stated he would be abstaining from the vote.
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The motion fails.
A motion was made by Councilmember Bogue, seconded by
Councilmember Johnson, to approve the item as presented.
Roll call was taken as follows:
AYES: Bogue, Johnson, Bird
NOES: None
ABSTAIN: Hendershot
ABSENT: Ernest
Action: Resolution 26-165
13. PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
Astreder Cardenas offered a copy of the information provided pertaining to East
14. ITEMS FROM THE CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember Bogue inquired about the city's hot tar equipment.
Mayor Bird dedicated the meeting in honor of Transit Supervisor Vicki Jacobs.
15. ITEMS FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY
16. ITEMS FROM THE CITY MANAGER
Kate Zawadzki, Assistant City Manager, provided information on the upcoming Coffee with a Councilmember events.
17. INFORMATIONAL ITEMS - Upcoming Meetings (30-day Calendar) 08/11/2026 07:00 p.m.
CANCELED 08/12/2026 05:30 p.m. Vacaville Dixon Greenbelt Authorit 08/18/202607:00 p.m. City Council
08/19/2026 07:00 p.m. Transportation Advisory Commission 08/25/202607:00 p.m. Parks and Recreation Commission
09/01/2026 07:00 p.m. City Council
18. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Bird stated the meeting was dedicated in honor of Transit Supervisor Vicki Jacobs.
The Regular Meeting of the Dixon City Council adjourned at 8:57 p.m.
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Kristin M. Janisch Steve Bird
Elected City Clerk of the City of Dixon Mayor of the City of Dixon August 4, 2026 9