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July 21, 2025

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MEETING AGENDA
The City Council / Successor Agency of the City of
Firebaugh Vol. No. 25 / 07-21
Location of Meeting: Andrew Firebaugh Community Center
1655 13th Street, Firebaugh CA 93622
Date / Time: July 21, 2025 / 5:30 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Mayor Freddy Valdez
Mayor Pro-Tem Silvia Renteria
Council Member Brady Jenkins
Council Member Felipe Perez
Council Member Elsa Lopez
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to access the Andrew Firebaugh Community Center to participate at this meeting, please contact the Deputy City Clerk at (559) 659-2043. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to the Andrew Firebaugh Community Center.

Any writing or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at City Hall, in the Deputy City Clerk’s office, during normal business hours.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

PRESENTATION
None

PUBLIC COMMENT
Any person or persons wishing to address the City Council on any matter that is not on the agenda may do so at this time. Individuals must limit their comments to three minutes. Issues raised during Public Comments are informational only and the Council cannot take action at this time. All comments should be directed at the Mayor and not at individual Councilmembers or staff members.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Items listed on the calendar are considered routine and are acted upon by one motion unless any Council member requests separate action. Typical items include minutes, claims, adoption of ordinances previously introduced and discussed, execution of agreements and other similar items.

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – Meeting Minutes July 07, 2025

2. WARRANT REGISTER – Period starting June 01, – June 30, 2025

PUBLIC HEARING
None

NEW BUSINESS

3. RESOLUTION NO. 25-24 – A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF FIREBAUGH APPROVING AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS

AGREEMENT OF THE CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT

AUTHORITY
Recommended Action: Council receives public comment and approves Res. No. 25-24

4. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH TO DISCUSS AN UPDATE

ON SENIOR CENTER FULLTIME EMPLOYEE AND / OR ADDITIONAL HOURS Recommended Action: Council receives public comments, discussion item

5. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH TO DISCUSS AN UPDATE

ON THE STREET SWEEPER
Recommended Action: Council receives public comments, discussion item

6. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH TO DISCUSS THE MINI

SWEEPER FOR DOWNTOWN
Recommended Action: Council receives public comments, discussion item

7. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH TO DISCUSS AN UPDATE

ON THE SNACK BAR AT DUNKLE PARK
Recommended Action: Council receives public comments, discussion item

8. THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH TO DISCUSS AN UPDATE

ON SOLAR FOR POLICE AND FIRE STATIONS
Recommended Action: Council receives public comments, discussion item STAFF REPORTS – Written and enclosed in the agenda packet.

COUNCIL MEMBERS AGENDA ITEMS

PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS ONLY

CLOSED SESSION

1. GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
Government Code Section 54957.6 - Conference with Labor Negotiator Agency Designated Representatives: Christina D. Smith, City Attorney and Ben Gallegos, City Manager Employee Organizations: Firebaugh Police Officers Association and Public Work.

ANNOUNCEMENT AFTER CLOSED SESSION

ADJOURNMENT
Certification of posting the agenda:

I declare under penalty of perjury that I am employed by the City of Firebaugh and that I posted this agenda on the bulletin at City Hall on July 18, 2025, at 5:00 pm., by Olga Flores, Acting Deputy City Clerk Meeting Minutes
The City Council/Successor Agency of the City of Firebaugh Vol. No. 25 / 07-07
_____________________________________________________________________________________ Location of Meeting Andrew Firebaugh community Center
1655 13th Street, Firebaugh, CA. 93622
Date / Time July 07, 2025 / 5:30 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL Mayor Freddy Valdez
Mayor Pro-Tem Silvia Renteria
Council Member Felipe Perez
Council Member Elsa Lopez
Council Member Brady Jenkins
Others City Manager Ben Gallegos, City Attorney Christina Smith, Police Chief Sal Raygoza, Acting Deputy Clerk Olga Flores, Finance Director Pio Martin, Battalion Fire Chief Hector Marin, Gouveia Engineering Rep. Noe Martinez.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Led by Council Member Brady Jenkins

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion to approve agenda by Council Member Jenkins seconded by Council Member Perez, motion passed by 5-0 vote.

PRESENTATION
None

PUBLIC COMMENT
None

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. APPROVAL OF MINUTES – The City Council Regular meeting on June 16, 2025

2. RESOLUTION NO. 25-20 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL

OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH CONCERNING MEASURE C EXTENSION

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION PURPOSE PASS-THROUGH AND PROGRAM
FUNDS ANNUAL ALLOCATION FOR FY 2025-2026
Motion to approve consent calendar by Council Member Perez, seconded by Council Member Lopez, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.

PUBLIC HEARING
None

NEW BUSINESS

3. RESOLUTION NO. 25-21 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

FIREBAUGH APPROVING A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING (MOU)

BETWEEN THE FIREBAUGH-LAS DELTAS UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT AND THE

CITY OF FIREBAUGH POLICE DEPARTMENT FOR THE ASSIGNMENT OF TWO

SCHOOL RESOURCE OFFICERS
Motion to approve Resolution No. 25-21 by Council Member Jenkins, seconded by Council Member Perez, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.

RETURN TO AGENDA

4. RESOLUTION NO. 25-22 A RESOLUTION OF THE FIREBAUGH CITY COUNCIL

APPROVING AN AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH AND ITS NON-REPRESENTATIVE EMPLOYEES.

Motion to approve Resolution No. 25-22 by Council Member Jenkins, seconded by Council Member Perez, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.

5. RESOLUTION NO. 25-23 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF

THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH ADOPTIONG THE UPDATED FRESNO

COUNTY LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN
Motion to approve Resolution No. 25-23 by Council Member Jenkins, seconded by Council Member Perez, the motion passed by a 5-0 vote.

6. FIREBAUGH FALCON FOOTBALL IS REQUESTING A WAIVER OF THE RENTAL FEE FOR THE A.F COMMUNITY CENTER HALL LOCATED AT 1655 13TH STREET FOR THEIR UPCOMING DINNER DANCE EVENT TO TAKE PLACE ON JULY 19, 2025.

Council Consensus: To waive the A.F. Community Center Hall fee, with the exception that Falcon Football will be paying for the following: non-refundable application fee, refundable deposit, and providing insurance coverage for the event.

7. DEVELOP A VACANT LOT MAINTENANCE AND DEVELOPMENT ORDIANANCE

FOR THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH
Council Consensus: City Attorney Christina will bring back a draft for council to review.

STAFF REPORTS
 Police Chief Sal Raygoza – Nothing to report.
 Finance Director Pio Martin – Nothing to report.
 City Manager Ben Gallegos – Meet with New Balance, they are willing to donate to youth groups.
 Public Works Director/Fire Chief Michael Molina– Nothing to report.  City Attorney Christina Smith – Nothing to report.
 Acting Deputy City Clerk Olga Flores – Nothing to report.  City Engineer Noe Martinez – Nothing to report.
 Battalion Chief Hector Marin- Reported a fire Wednesday at Las Deltas. The department did a phenomenal job. Also reminded everyone about heat exhaustion is coming.
 Mayor Pro-Tem Renteria – Asked about the cooling centers, also suggested we make a flyer with the cooling center locations. Make sure you have everyone hydrated. If the guys see the elderly walking please offer water or help if needed. Renteria also asked Chief Raygoza about ATV riders and asked Chief to keep an eye out for safety.  Mayor Valdez – Added to Renteria’s report asking if we have the equipment needed to assist.
 Council Member Lopez – Continue to keep Texas in your prayers.  Council Member Perez – Asked about the lights at Clyde Fannon and Sablan. Spoke Ingrid from Merced has she has expertise on Brownfield so if we need help she can help.  Council Member Jenkins – Asked public works about Splash Park estimated time that it will be fixed. Thanked Michael for answering the calls in regards to the AC units in the city buildings and asked about their maintenance.

CLOSED SESSION

8. GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
Government Code Section 54957.6 - Conference with Labor Negotiator Agency Designated Representatives: Christina D. Smith, City Attorney and Ben Gallegos, City Manager Employee Organizations: Firebaugh Police Officers Association, Public Works, and Unrepresented Groups.

PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEM ONLY
None
 Motion to enter close session at 6:33 pm by Council Member Jenkins, second by Council Member Perez, motion passes by a 5-0 vote.
 Motion to enter close session at 7:03 pm by Council Member Jenkins, second by Council Member Perez, motion passes by a 5-0 vote.

ANNOUNCEMENT AFTER CLOSED SESSION
None

ADJOURNMENT
 Motion to adjourn at 7:03 pm by Council Member Jenkins, second by Council Member Perez, motion passes by a 5-0 vote.

GENERAL WARRANTS ............ ...........# 47 7 8l - #47 94r pA\/RoLL WARRANTS............. ...........# 7 25 56 - #7 2582

REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL

MEMORANDUM
$ r.392"697.43 $ 238.40s.48
AGENDA ITEM NO:

COUNCIL MEETING DATE: Julv 21.2025
SUBJECT: Warrant Register Dated: JUNE 1,2025 -JUNE 30,2025 RECOMMENDATION:

In accordance with Section 37202 of the Government Code of the State of California there is presented here with a summary of the demands against the City of Firebaugh covering obligations to be paid during the period of:

JUNE T,2025 _JUNE 30,2025
Each demand has been audited and I hereby certifu to their accuracy and that there are sufficient funds for their payment as of this date.

IT IS HEREBY RECOMMENDED THE CITY COUNCIL
APPROVE THE REGISTER OF DEMANDS AS FOLLOWS:

TOTAL WARRANTS $ 1,631,102.91

RETURN TO AGENDA

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47278 611312025 CITY AUTO GLASS
47786 61412025 CITY OF FIREBAUGH
47787 61412025 JESUS GUTIERREZ
47788 61412025 BRADY JENKINS
47789 61412025 LAWSON PRODUCTS
47790 61412025 SAMPSON LEE
47791 61412025 ELSA LOPEZ
Net
Amount Description
(240.00) CW 04727 8 Reversed
60,361.60 ME CHECKMAY 2025
3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND
500.33 MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE
349.49 SEWER SMALL TOOLS
T97.19 HAND PAPERTOWELS
921.67 SEWER SMALL TOOLS
$
47560 611312025 DESARAI RAMOS $ (150.00) Cl# 047560 Reversed 47781 614/2025 ANASTACIO ANTUNEZ $ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47782 61412025 JULIO BARRIOS $ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47783 61412025 FERNANDO CAMPA $ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47784 614/2025 CINTAS CORPORATION $ 493.43 PWCITY HALL/SENIOR CTR/P 47785 61412025 MARLIM CONTRERAS $ 35O.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND $
$
$
$
$
$
Check Total: $ 1,468.35
$ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND
S 486.86 MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE
47792 61412025 SHERRY MARSHALL 3OO.OO MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE (300.00) Ck# 047792 Reversed
Check Total: $
47793 61412025 FELIPE PEREZ $ 95O.OO MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE 47794 61412025 SALVADOR RAYGOZA $ 35O.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47795 61412025 SILVIA RENTERIA $ 95O.OO MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE 47796 61412025 YVONNE SANDOVAL $ :OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND $ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND

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$
$
47797 61412025 JACQUELINE TABARES

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check
Number
47798
Check
Date Name
6 I 4 I 2025 TELSTAR INSTRUMENTS
Net
Amount Description
$ 1,346.00 W'WTP SERVICES
$ 2,216.00 WWTP SERVICES
Check Total: $ 3,562.00
47799 61412025 NANCY VACA $ 35O.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47800 61412025 ALFRED V/J,DEZ $ 95O.OO MONTHLY SALARY ATTENDANCE 47801 61412025 ALBERTO VERDUZCO $ 3OO.OO HEALTH INSURANCE STIPEND 47802 61412025 RAFAEL ALOPEZ $ 87.03 MQ CUSTOMERREFUND
47803 61412025 MARIA ARCELIA MARTINE: $ 97.84 MQ CUSTOMER REFLTND 47804 61512025 MID.VALLEY DISPOSAL $ 39,954.76 DISPOSAL SERVICES PERFORM 4780s 61s12025 U.S. POSTMASTER $
47806 61512025 SHERRY MARSHALL $
47807 6/1112025 CITY OF FIREBAUGH $

30.27 UTILITY BILLING POSTAGE
3OO.OO MEDICAL STIPEND PERMOU
t63,7 67.4t PAYROLL ENDING 0610612025
6,250.00 GENERAL ADMIN 23A-CDBG-20
6,250.00 GENERAL ADMIN-23A.CDBG-20
2 375.00 GENERAL ADMIN.22-CDBG-NHCheck Total 74,875.00 47809 611312025 ALERT-O-LITE, INC 77.01 NO PARKING SIGN 478t0 6l 13/2025 SEBASTIAN 69.95 SENIOR CENTER ALARM
1O5.OO WEBINAR FOR ISABEL BUILDING
47812 611312025 CINTAS CORPORATION $ 145.77 SEMOR CENTER AGREEMENT 47813 611312025 CITY AUTO GLASS $ 24O.OO 2OIO CHEVY GLASS REPAIR 47814 611312025 COMCAST BUSINESS $ 120.56 PD INTERNER
47815 611312025 CORELOGIC SOLUTIONS, Ll $ 238.81 REALQUEST MAY 2025 47816 611312025 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPM $ 401.91 EDD WAGES ZARAGOZA

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47808 6/1312025 ADAMS ASHBY GROUP, LL( $
$
$
$
$
$
4781T 611312025 CALIFORNIA BUILDING OF] $

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47817 611312025 EMMETT VALLEY CONSTR $
Net
Amount Description
40,392.t0 Q STREET IMPROV. 745.40
478t8 611312025 FRESNO OXYGEN
47819 611312025 GENERAL CODE
47820 611312025 GOUVEIA ENGINEERING,I} $
$ 113.21 PW-SHOP
$ I,195.00 ECODE36O ANNUAL MAINTENANCE
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
1,187.03
1,956.15
735.96
2,894.35
2,849.46

60.38 694.05
tt4.l9
1,798.85
433.r3
283.85
1,068.38

85.05 6,265.58
t69.19
16,725.09
5,146.04
16,380.00
429.19
912.19
742.r8
2,041.20

85.05 t10.25
3,307.20
2,115.84
710.03 DBE PLAN.ADA COMPL
7 2O.OI PLANNING GENERAL
725.01 PUBLIC WORKS GENERAL
725.08 5 YEAR CIP
725.15C P STREET ALLEY
725.15D P STREET ALLEY
725,16D ANIMAL SHELTER
730.01 SEWER GENERAL
730.09 SRF WWTP DESIGN
730. 1 O WASTEWATER REPORTING
74O.OI WATER GENERAL
740.16 WATERREPORTING
7 40.18 CROSS CONNECTION
745.02C HWY 33 BEAUTIFICATION
7 4s .25D CML-'224 (023 )PO S O
7 4s .28C CML-5224(026)ALLEY
745.40C Q STREET TMPROVEM
7 4 s .28D CML-' 224(026) Ar-L
745.41CLYDE FANNON DR
760.0I AIRPORT GENERAL
775.20 MANCEBO PARCEL MAP
77 5.21 EL SENDERO SUBDIVISION
785.37 SHELL BLDG STARBUCK
7 90.02 CITYMDE ASSESSMENT
7 95.03 CMAQ APPLICATIONS
7 9 5.1 I STBG APPLICATIONS
CheckTotal: $ 67,979.83
47821 611312025 KRAZAN& ASSOCIATES, I} $ 1,1 12.96 CML-5224(026)ALLEYPAVING 47822 61t312025 LAWSONPRODUCTS,INC. $ 295.11 ASST SQWINCHER 47823 611312025 MADTOWN GLASS 1,942.28 INSTALLED MIRROR PD GYM 1,1OO.OO 2024 CONSUMER CONFIDENCE
$
$

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47824 611312025 DARRELL MARTIN

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47825 611312025 MOORE TWINING ASSOCIA $
Net
Amount Description
1,7 4O.OO PROFESSIONAL SERVICE APRIL
47826 611312025 NORTHSTAR CHEMICAL 8,789.86 SODIUM }TYPOCHLORITE 47827 6IT312025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC 2,082.29 DEFICIENCY FOR MLX 029884 47828 611312025 CSG CONSULTANTS, INC 737,00 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES 412 236.00 BUILDING PLAN REVIEW MAY
I27.OO FIRE PLAN MAY 2025R SERVICE
Check Total: $ 1,100.00
47829 611312025 PROVOST & PRITCHARD C( $ 13,346.75 LAS DELTAS WATER SYSTEM 47830 611312025 QUINN COMPANY, rNC. 1,590.69 WWTP-SERVICE 2,748.24 WWTP-SERVICE
Check Total: $ 4,338.93
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
47831 61131202s QUILL CORPORATION
Check Total: $ 1,361.51
47832 611312025 JUANCARLOS RAMOS JR. $ 15O.OO DUNKLEPARKCLEANINGDEP 47833 611312025 SAN JOAQUTN SAND & GRA 1,938.39 MATERIAL BASE ROCK 3 182.13 ASPHALT/BASE ROCK
Check Total: $ 5,120.52
47834 61t312025 STGALA rNC. IO,OOO.OO REAP 2.0 DOWNTOWN INFILL 1O,OOO.OO REAP 2.0 DOWNTOWN INFILL
Check Total: $ 20,000.00
47835 6I I3I2O25 TELSTAR INSTRUMENTS 4,250.00 PW-SHOP
33O.OO WWTP.SERVICES
Check Total: $ 4,580.00

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$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

14.89 37.78
151 .14

75.57 75.57
tl4.84
4r0.24
287.17
194.31

BUILDING DEPT LABELS

BUILDING DEPT-PANORAMIC

PINESOL CITY HALL

PINESOL CITY HALL
COMM.CTE PINESOL

CITY HALL OFFICE SUPPLIES
COMM. CTWPD TOILET PAPER
COMM. CTER PULL TOWEL

CITY HALL OFFICE SUPPLIES
$
$
$
$
$
$
Check Check
Number Date Name
47836 611312025 TERRA WEST CONSTRUCTI $
47837 611312025 THARP'S FARM SUPPLY

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Net
Amount Description
174,346.06 ALLEY PAVING 2O2O CML-5224

8.s4

33.31 28.96

10.15 17.42

24.46 62.20

2.15 r24.67

9.9r

21.00 18.57

3.08 43.16
tt.87

53.76 27.75
ts.36

85.79 t23.05
129.59
7r.s9

7.94 t2.09

29.09 39.26

9.83 79.0s

8.24 7.94

50.37 t0.77
2t.43
t2.36

30.96 9.38

76.45 54.45

86.29 138.60

MALE ADAPTER/COUPLER
TAPE

BLK TAPE/EPOXY
9 VOLT AKLALINE

PADLOCK
BLADE

SAFETY GLAS SES/TRIMMER
CT]RTIS KEYS

TRIMMER HEAD/COUPLING
GLOVES

AIR FILTER

VOLT BATTERY

NYLON ROPE

ELBOWGREASE/FLANGE

CAUTION TAPE

SPRAY PAINT/COUPLER/CAP
DUSTER

ADHESIVE SEALANT

COUPLER/PLUG/NOZZLE

BLEACIVLYSOL/BRUSH

MASTER LOCK/KEYS

SHOVEL/SPRAY PAINT
PLUG

LECTRA-MOTIVE

NOSSLE/WOOD

PRLINER/RUBBER GLOVES

UTILITY V BELT

TARP STRAPS
SPLICE
BLEACH

HOSE/HOSE MENDER

CURTIS KEYS

TRIGGER JET

GAUGE KIT

MASKING PAPER/SANDING

EAZY OFF CLEANER
T.POST

NIPPLE EXTRACTOWPLIERS

GALLONS/GREY CEMENT
TORCH KIT/TOOTI{BRUSH

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CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47837 611312025 THARP'S FARM SUPPLY
Description

BUSHING/COUPLER

UTILITY KNIFE

MASTER LOCKS

HOSE SHUT OFF

DRINKING BUBBLER

TRIMMER LINE

BOOSTER PUMP
KEY

FIMSH NAIL

CURTIS KEYS/CUT KEY

EXTENSION SPRING

PLLINGER

SAFETY VEST
ELBOw/CAP SA{IPPLE/PIPE

ELECTRIC CLEANER

NIPPLE/ADAPTER/TEFLON

SWITCIVFUSE HOLDER
CEMENT
Net
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
Amount

6.22 20.84

61.19 t.72
t02.41

51.r7
1,077.45

10.80 6.45

8.62 6.35

7.72 t4.63
100.67

13.l8

33.67 16.09
712.12
CheckTotal: S 3,262.14
47838 611312025 THE SALVATIONARMY $ 1,620.04 HOT MEAL/FOOD DISTRIBUTION 47839 611312025 TWO BROTHERS CATHODI( $ 1,2OO.OO ANNUAL INSPECTION 47840 611312025 UBEO WEST LLC 188.86 HP MAINTENANCE CONTRACT 199.10 HP MAINTENANCE CONTRACT
Check Total: $ 387.96
47841 611312025 UBEO WEST LLC $ 1,334.36 HPPRINTERBUILDING/ZONING 47842 611312025I.INITED PAVEMENT MAINI $ 190,835.05 P STREET ALLEY IMPROVEMENT 47843 6IT312025 USA BLUEBOOK $ I92.OO JOHN CRANE PACKING STYLE 47844 6n3t2025 U.S. BANK EQUTPMENT FrN $ 554.49 RNT/LEASE EQUIP 5120-6120 4784s 612012025 AT&T $ 694.68 ALL DEPT INTERNET
47846 612012025 ARTEMIO ROBERTO GARZT $ 1,059.93 PD DEPT.MATERIAL FOR RANGE 47847 612012025 AG & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY $ 44.27 CLANTP/CAMLOCK

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$
$

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 102025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47847 612012025 AG & INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY $
Check Total: $ 69.90
47848 612012025 AVID WATER 45.80

24.43 99.55

40.86 8.34
146.32

40.89 131.63
t9.20

10.20 t27.66
t2.02

4.63 2.96

96.r9
r20.90

4.6t

22.47 tI.24

5.70 5.96

17.00 24.39

7.97 r75.64
103.49

9.63 Net
Amount Description

25.63 RESPIRATOR DISP.
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
s
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

NOZZLEICOUPLING

NIPPLE/COUPLING/MALE ADAPTER
COUPLING/CAP/ELBOw/JOINT

SPRINKLER ROTARY

SPRINKLERPOP UP

HOE/COUPLING/EMITTER

SOLENOID

RAINBIRD POPUP

NIPPLE/SLIP FXAIOZZLE
COUPLINGA{ALE ADAPTEWPIPE
CEMENT

NIPPLE/TAPE

HEAVY DUTY TAPE

NIPPLE/BUSHING

SHOVEL/COUPLING/BOOT S

COUPLING/PIPE
ELBOWA{IPPLE/BUSHING

TEE/BUSHING/COUPLING

MALE ADAPTER/COUPLING/BUS

PIPE/ELBOW
ELBOW
PVC/ELBOw/PIPE

HAND SAW

BUSHING

COUPLING I GLUE N ALVE/ELB OW

TEE/SLP FX/COUPLING

HOSE COUPLING
CheckTotal: $ 1,319.68
47849 612012025 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVIC, 44.69 PD-POST IT/DISPENSER 148,07 PD-MOI.INTING BRACKET/DESK
182.50 PD-FLASH DRIVES
478.20 PARKS-TRASH BAGS
Check Total: $ 853.46
47850 612012025 AT&T $ 942.83 ALL DEPT INTERNET / TELEPHONE 47851 612012025 AUTOZONE COMMERCIAL $ 72.78 MOTOR OIL/AIR FILTER $ 29.92 LIGHT BULBS
PageT ol 76
$
$
$
$
Check Check
Number Date Name
47851 612012025 AUTOZONE COMMERCIAL $
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Net
Amount

15.36 25.37
(r07.96)
291.52
155.31

35.62 84.10
176.91
tt.47
r0.25

18.0s

46.28 49.71

35.59 34.00

31.86 21.79
2r3.62
176.91
(t76.er)

76.95 50.34

43.r7
r43.67

39.72 (r4.3e)
CheckTotal: $ 1,591.01
47852 612012025BARNHART-BENSONBI.IILI $ 5OO.OO WATERMETERRENTALREFI-IND 47853 6120/2025 BELKORP AG 67.72 ENGINE OIL

80.27 FUEL PUMP

6.24 KEY
963.27 PLOW BOLT/CUT EDGE
Check Total: $ 1,1 17.50
Description

LIGHT BULB

PURPLE POWER TRIGGER
ruMP STARTER

JUMP STARTER

BATTERY

WASHER PUMP

TURBOCHARGER OIL

BATTERY

BOLT WASHERS/GASKET

LIGHT BULB
WASHER

SAFETY GLASSES

PRIMER/STICK ON DISC

WHITE PERFECT MATCH

SANDPAPER/PAD

DRY TOWEL/TOWEL ROLL

DEGREE WASHER/RELAY DURAL

BATTERY

BATTERY

BATTERY RETURN

PD SENSOR

DASH INSTALL KIT/SWITCH
AMEzuCAN GOLD

PD MOTOR OIL/SENSOR/AIR F

PD-SENSOR THREAD

LIGHT BULB

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
5s6.00
152.80
488.80
257.80
152.80
185.s6
47854 6120/2025 BSK & ASSOCIATES,INC.

Page B of 16

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47854 612012025 BSK & ASSOCIATES,INC.
47862 612012025 CENTRAL VALLEY TOXICC $
s
$
Check Total: $ 489.00
Net
Amount
$ 8s.60
$ 119.s0
$ 288.40
$ 209.s0
$ 1s2.80
$ 209.s0
$ 188.s0
$ 8s.60
$ 1s2.80
$ 60.40
$ 169.60
$ 5s6.00
Description

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS

LAB ANALYSIS
CheckTotal: $ 4,071.96
47855 6/2012025 VALERIE BUENO 2OO.OO CANCELED EVENT-VFW CLEANING 2OO.OO EVENT CANCELED-VFW RENTAL
Check Total: $ 400.00
47856 612012025 C&R ROYAL SVC INC 19.42 ENGINE OIL
100.64 AUTO CUT
307.47 GREASE GTIN
Check Total: $ 427.53
47857 612012025 CAL VALLEY SECURITY 3OO.OO A/F HALL 2 GUARDS 5124125 3OO.OO A/F HALL 2 GUARDS 5I3II25
3OO.OO A/F HALL 2 GUARDS 6121125
Check Total: $ 900.00
47858 612012025 CINTAS CORPORATION $ 529.11 PWCITY HALL/SENIOR CTWPW 47859 6t20t2025 COLLEGE OF THE SEQUOIA $ 159.00 TRAINING Y.SANDOVAL LAWS 47860 6/2012025 COMMUNITY OF WOMENII $ 3OO.OO A/F HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47861 612012025 CROWNEQUIPMENTCORPI $ 185.00 PLANNEDMAINTENANCE $
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
279.00 PD DRUG SCREENING

83.00 PD DRUG SCREENING
127.00 PD DRUG SCREENING

Page 9 of 16 ends

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47863 612012025 DEPARTMENT OF ruSTICE $
Net
Amount Description
242.00 FINGERPRINTS MAY 2025
47864 612012025 RALPHIE ESCALANTE $ 3OO.OO A/F HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47865 612012025 FIREBAUGH AUTO REPAIR $ 1,689.13 PD UNIT IO-WATER PUMP 47866 612012025 FIRST BANKCARD 11.98
2s.97

33.7r

45.00 17.95

45.00 243.64
243.64
288.99

59.r4
Check Total: $ 1,015.02

BEN-UBER LAS VEGAS

BEN-UBER LAS VEGAS

BEN-UBER LAS VEGAS

BEN-MONORAIL LAS VEGAS

BEN-UBER LAS VEGAS

BEN-MONORAIL LAS VEGAS

BEN-LINQ LAS VEGAS RENTER

BEN-LINQ LAS VEGAS VALDEZ

BEN-LINQ LAS VEGAS GALLEG
BEN.BLUE FLAME MEETING

INTEREST CHARGE

PIO-FED EX

PIO-FRESNO COUNTY

PIO-AMAZON SENIOR CENTER
PIO-AMAZON SEMOR CTR ST]P

PIO-AMAZON SENIOR CTR SUP

PIO-FRESNO COUNTY

PIO-PARTS WAREHOUSE

PIO-CREDIT PARTS WAREHOUS
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
47867 612012025 FIRST BANKCARD
Check Total: $ 202.48
47868 612012025 FIREBAUGH HARDWARE CI $ 35.37 PTG RED TREATED/WOOD 47869 612012025 FIREBAUGH GLASS $ 2OO.OO PLEXI GLASS
47870 612012025 FRESNO COLINTY TREASUT $ 168.30 ACCESS FEES }|dAY 2025 47871 612012025 FRESNO CITY COLLEGE 76.00 LEADERSHIP DEV. CASTILLO

75.00 INTERVIEWINTERROGATION
114.00 RANGEMASTER K. GILLUM
Check Total: $ 265.00
47872 612012025 FRESNO MOBILE RADIO, IN $ 6,678.00 PD ANNUAL BILLING OF AIRTIME $
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

17.00 38.04

42.s0

71.21 18.88
l 1.85

3.00 29.r0
(2e.r0)
$
$
$

Page 10 of 16 ends

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47873 612012025 JUAN HERNANDEZ GARCIA $
Net
Amount Description
1 5O.OO DIINKLE PARK ENCLOSED AREA
47874 612012025 ruAN C. CALVILLO GOMEZ $ 4OO.OO RODEO GROI"]NDS CLEANING DEP 47875 612012025 GUTHRIE PETROLEUM,INC $
47878 612012025 HOME DEPOT CREDIT SER\ $
$
$
Check Total: $ 400.05
47879 612012025 KERWEST,INC. DBA
CheckTotal: $ 4,023.00
47880 612012025 KPW COMPANY, INC

BULK UNLEADED GASOLINE

BULK UNLEADED GASOLINE

BI,ILK DIESEL FUEL

BULK DIESEL FUEL

BULK UNLEADED GASOLINE
B{.ILK DIESEL FUEL

NULK UNLEADED GASOLINE
1,518.76
1,301.81
467.84
647.69
1,532.97
5,001.86
1 711.44
Check Total t2,r82.37
47876 612012025 HARRINGTON INDUSTRIAL $ 92.56 ANALOG CABLE INPUT 47877 612012025 HINDERLITER, deLLAMAS $ 1 3.s4 AUDrr SERVICES Q412024 $
$
$

17.28 SENIOR CTR LOCK

95.26 VFW SUPPLIES
287.51 GARDENING SUPPLTES
3,575.00 PUBLICATION 15TWQ STREET
277.00 PUBLICATION
171.00 PUBLICATION LANDSCAPING
5OO.OO WATER METER RENTAL REFUND
338.41) ONE MONTH RENTAL FEE CHARGE
$
$
(
Check Total: S 161.59
47881 612012025 LAWSON PRODUCTS,INC. $ 593.87 SEWER SMALL TOOLS 47882 612012025 MANUELS TIRE SERVICE, N 160.63 RADIALPATCH

45.41 TUBE
226.44 PD-NEW TIRE
Check Total: $ 432.48
47883 6120/2025 SHERRY MARSHALL $ 15O.OO WORK BOOTS REIMBURSEMENT 47884 612012025MARIAMENDOZA S 15O.OO DI.INKLEPARKENCLOSEDAREA

Page 11 of 16 ends

$
$
$

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47885 6120/2025 MID.VALLEY DISPOSAL
47897 612012025 TECH MASTER MANAGEMI $
$
Check Total: $ 200.00
Net
Amount Description
$ 128.19 WATER TREATMENT PLANT
$ 253.38 PDffD DISPOSAL SERVICE

96.84 PD-OFFICE SUPPLIES
498.55 PD-OFFICE SUPPLIES
5O.OO PD PEST CONTROL
15O.OO CITY HALL/PWSENIOR CTR
$ 3OO.OO A/F HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT
$ 5,994.09 MONTHLY BILLING MAY 2025
16252 SHOP

31.95 CITY HALL

44.89 SENIOR CENTER
70,45 COMMTINITY CENTER
16 Check Total: $ 381.57
47886 612012025 THE NEIL JONES FOOD COI\ $ 300.00 l'ilF IIALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47887 612012025 SERGIO SANDOVAL OROZC $ 3OO.OO VFW HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47888 612012025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC $ 4,985.51 PD/FD DEPT #3247232548-2 47889 6t2012025 PACTFTC GAS & ELECTRIC $ 1,211.68 VFW HALL #4427606068-6 47890 612012025 BRANDY PRECIADO $ 15O.OO DI-INKLE PARK ENCLOSED AREA 4789t 612012025 PROFORCE 680.25 PD-HOLSTER QTY 5
47 892 612012025 MARIA RODRIGUEZ 3OO.OO VFW HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47893 612012025 SALEM ENGINEERING GRO $
$
t,t24.00 745.40 Q ST IMPROVEMENTS
1 356.00 725.15 P ST ALLEY IMPROVE
Check Total: $ 2,480.00
47894 612012025 STATE WATER RESOURCES $ I7O.OO Dl CERTIFICATE RENEWAL LI.]NCH $
$
47895 612012025 STAPLES BUSINESS CREDI] $
$
Check Total: $ 595.39
47896 612012025 SUMMERS ENGINEERING $ 3OO.OO VFW HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47898 612012025 ARACELI TOVAR
47899 612012025 DATAPATH
$
$
$
$
Page12of
47900 612012025 VESTIS

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check Net
Number Date
47900 6/2012025 VESTIS
Name
Check Total: $ 629.77
47901 612012025 WESTAMERICA BANK $ 2OO.OO COMMLTNITY SAFETY PROGRAM 47902 612512025 CITY OF FIREBAUGH $ 138,954.78 PAYROLL ENDING 06120/2025 47903 6/2712025 ALERT-O-LITE, INC. 2,027.22 YELLOWWHITE PAINT 47904 61271202s AQUA-METRIC SALES, CO 7,060.79 MEASURING CHAMBER/REG 581.09 3'' OMNI REG TR/PL
CheckTotal: $ 7,641.88
4790s 6/271202s AT&T MOBILITY $ 736.06 PD INTERNET AND CELL PHONE 47906 612712025 AT&T MOBILITY 1,162.74 CITY HALL/PWCOI.INCIL CELL 47907 612712025 BURTON'S FIRE,INC 1,445.61 FIRE DEPTCHARGER/ONBOARD 47908 612712025 CAL VALLEY SECURITY 3OO.OO VFW HALL 2 GUARDS 6121125 47909 6127/2025 CDCE, INC 6,634.33 2-PANASONIC TOUGHBOOK 47910 612712025 COLLINS & SCHOETTLER 4,893.00 CITY PLANNING APRIL 2025 5,155.50 CITY PLANNING MAY 2025
Check Total: $ 10,048.50
47911 612712025 COMCAST BUSINESS $ 270.68 FIRE DEPT INTERNET 47912 6127/2025 DISH $ 103.37 SENIOR CENTER CABLE
47913 612712025 FIREBAUGH VOLUNTEER F $ 1O,5OO.OO FY 24125 ANNUAL VOLTINTEER Amount Description
s 167.24 SHOP
$ 31.95 CITYHALL
$ 50.32 SENIOR CENTER
$ 70.45 COMMUNITY CENTER
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$ 16.67
$ 1,480.00
$ e0.00
$ 77.2r
$ 107.98
$ 32.17

Page 13 of 16 ends

PD-PEOPLEFACTS.COM

PD-SP RUGGED BOOKS INC
PD.SP CITY COUNTY ALLST
PD.CHEWY.COM K9 DOG FOOD

PD-SUBWAY OFFICERS SEARCH

PD-STATE FOODS OFFICERS S
47914 6/2712025 FIRST BANKCARD

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47914 6/2712025 FIRST BANKCARD
47915 612712025 FIRST BANKCARD
Amount
ts2.78

20.07 200.00
140.00

59.93 Check Total: $ 2,376.81
Description
PD-NEXGEN K9 DOG BOWLS
PD-76 GAS K9 TRAINING
PD-VIMTYSOFT.COM

PD-PACKTRACK SUB SCRIPTION

PD-INTEREST

PW-TEAM VIEWER

PW-WALMART DOG FOOD

PW-CA WATER ENVIRONMENT M

PW-AMAZON BATTERY

PW-INTEREST

PW-AMAZON SWTVEL HOSE

CITY HALL COPIER TONER

SENIOR CENTER TONER

CITY HALL SCOTCH TAPE
PD/COMM. CTR PULL TOWELS

PARKS TOILET PAPER
Net
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
2,353.10
360.65
239.00

69.82 68.64
101.s8
Check Total: $ 3,192.79
47916 6127 12025 GRAINGER, INC $ 145.5I FLUOR BALLAST, ELECTROMC 47917 612712025 ESTELA GUTIERREZ $ 3OO.OO A/F HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47918 612712025 LAWSON PRODUCTS, INC. T47.15 BATTERY
312.66 CAN LINERS/IVIRE SPOOL
Check Total: $ 459.81
47919 6127 12025 MID-VALLEY DISPOSAL 568.90 WATER TREATMENT PLANT 668.35 WATER TREATMENT PLANT
CheckTotal: $ 1,237.25
47920 612712025 LEO NAVARRO $ 2OO.OO VFW HALL CLEANING DEPOSIT 47921 612712025 PACIFIC GAS & ELECTRIC $ 59,076.78 ALL DEPTS #7355932148-I 47922 612712025 PECK'S PRINTERY 25.46 NAME PLATE ROBERTO OROZCO 47923 6127 12025 CSG CONSULTANTS, INC. 6,231.00 HOUSE BUILDING SERVICES 4 47924 612712025 QUINN COMPANY, rNC. 99.51 CAT TRANS/DRIVE $
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$

Page 14 ends

47925 61271202s QUILL CORPORATION 332.52
44t.57

28.60 430.76
349.77
16 Check Check
Number Date Name
47925 61271202s QUILL CORPORATION

CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Net
Amount
$ 93.98
$ 2s.26
$ 22.4s
$ 58.40
Check Total: $ 1,783.31
47926 612712025 RAY'S PAGER SALES $ I,560.00 FIREDEPTPAGERWITH BASE 47927 612712025 TANMANUELRODRIGUE, $ 15O.OO ENCLOSED AREACLEANINGDEP 47928 6127 12025 STGNMAX 445.75 CUSTOM SIGN
272.39 CUSTOM SIGN
Check Total: $ 718.14
47929 6/2712025 STATE WATER RESOURCES $ 3O.OO T1 TEST ALBERTO VERDUZCO 47930 612712025 STATE FOODS SUPERMARK $ 39.95 SENIOR CTR-SUPPLIES 47931 612712025 STEVE DOVALI CONSTRUC $ 151,184.90 LAS DELTAS WATER SYSTEM 47932 6/27/2025 TECH MASTER MANAGEMI $ 5O.OO FIRE DEPT PEST CONTROL 47933 612712025 USA BLUEBOOK $ I,064.93 CONNECTION/REPAIRKIT 47934 612712025 VESTIS
Description

OFFICE SUPPLIES

ISABEL PHONE CORD

ISABEL'S RED PENS

FILE FOLDERS FOR BEN
SHOP
SHOP

COMMLINITY CENTER
SHOP
SHOP

CITY HALL

SENIOR CENTER

COMMUNITY CENTER
SHOP
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
$
t20.20
r44.29

70.45 t34.17
t40.92

31.95 50.32

70.45 122.73
CheckTotal: $ 885.48
47935 613012025 CORBINWILLITS SYSTEMS S 1,346.9I ADMINISTRATION C/w SERVICE 47936 613012025 DATA TICKET INC $ 76.00 DELINQUEITT COLLECTIONS 47937 6130/2025 CITY OF FIREBAUGH $ 61,901.98 ME CHECK JUNE 2025 47938 613012025 TELSTAR INSTRUMENTS $ 33O.OO WTP SERVTCES 6112125

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CITY OF FIREBAUGH ACCOUNTS PAYABLE
WARRANTS JUNE 1,2025- JUNE 30,2025
Check Check
Number Date Name
47939 613012025 DATAPATH
Net
Amount Description
$ 5,994.09 MONTHLY BILLING JUNE 2025
47940 6/3012025 LUIS VALDEZ $ 150.00 woRK BooTS PER MOU 47941 6/3012025 VANIR CONSTRUCTION M,A $ 1,4OO.OO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES APRIL $ 2,762.30 PROFESSIONAL SERVICES MAY
Check Total: $ 4,162.30
Cash Account Total $ 1,392,697.43
Total Disbursements: $ t,392,697.43

Page 16 of 16 ends

TO: Mayor Freddy Valdez and Council Members
FROM: Pio Martin, Finance Director
DATE: July 21, 2025
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 25-24
RECOMMENDATION:

Council Review and Approve Resolution No. 25-24.

BACKGROUND:

City of Firebaugh is a member of Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority (CSJVRMA). CSJVRMA provides coverage for indemnification and defense and to purchase excess insurance for certain civil claims involving general liability, workers compensation and property damage. This amendment updates the agreement originally dated July 1, 1994, with the revised terms effective as of July 1, 2025. For your review, we have provided a redline version highlighting the revisions, along with a final, conformed copy for your convenience.

FISCAL IMPACT:

NONE

RETURN TO AGENDA
RESOLUTION NO. 25-24

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF FIREBAUGH

APPROVING AMENDMENT TO JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT OF THE CENTRAL

SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY
WHEREAS, the CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (CSJVRMA) is a California Joint Powers Authority created and operated pursuant to California Government Code 6500 et. seq. for the purpose of pooling funds to provide coverage for indemnification and defense and to purchase excess insurance for certain civil claims involving general liability, workers’ compensation, and property damage; WHEREAS, the City of Firebaugh is authorized pursuant to California Government Code 990.8 to enter into a Joint Powers Agreement for the purposes described above; WHERAS, the City of Firebaugh is a member of the CSJVRMA; WHEREAS, the Joint Powers Agreement which was created establishing the CSJVRMA allows for amendment of the agreement upon approval by the City Council of two thirds of the members of the CSJVRMA;
WHEREAS, the CSJVRMA desires to amend the Joint Powers Agreement as set forth in the Agreement dated July1, 1994, and as amended July 1, 2025, a copy of which is attached hereto and incorporated herein;
The City hereby resolves:

IT IS HEREBY RESOLVED, that the City Council of City of Firebaugh approves the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority Joint Powers Agreement, dated July 1, 1994, as amended and restated on July 1, 2025, and in the form as attached hereto, and it is FURTHER RESOLVED, that the City Manager/Administrator is authorized and directed to execute such agreement.

The forgoing resolution was adopted this 21 day of July, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

APPROVED: ATTEST:

Freddy Valdez, Mayor Olga Flores, Acting Deputy City Clerk

CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY

RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
AS AMENDED JULY 1, 20251994

CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

TABLE OF CONTENTS
ARTICLE I ......................................................................................................................................... 3 DEFINITIONS .................................................................................................................................... 3 ARTICLE II ........................................................................................................................................ 4 PURPOSES ....................................................................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE III ....................................................................................................................................... 4 CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY ..................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE IV ....................................................................................................................................... 5 PARTIES TO AGREEMENT ................................................................................................................ 5 ARTICLE V ........................................................................................................................................ 5 MEMBERSHIP .................................................................................................................................. 5 ARTICLE VI ....................................................................................................................................... 6 TERM OF AGREEMENT .................................................................................................................... 6 ARTICLE VII ...................................................................................................................................... 6 POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY .......................................................................................................... 6 ARTICLE VIII ..................................................................................................................................... 7 BOARD OF DIRECTORS .................................................................................................................... 7 ARTICLE IX ....................................................................................................................................... 8 BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS ........................................................................................................... 8 ARTICLE X ........................................................................................................................................ 8 EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ................................................................................................................. 8 ARTICLE XI ....................................................................................................................................... 9 OFFICERS ......................................................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XII ...................................................................................................................................... 9 JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS ..................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XIII ................................................................................................................................... 10 RESERVE FUNDS ............................................................................................................................ 10 ARTICLE XIV ................................................................................................................................... 10 OPERATING FUND ......................................................................................................................... 10 ARTICLE XV .................................................................................................................................... 10 BUDGET ......................................................................................................................................... 10 ARTICLE XVI ................................................................................................................................... 10 FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS ............................. 10 Joint Powers Agreement
Table of Contents

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ARTICLE XVII .................................................................................................................................. 10 RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY ................................................................................................ 11 ARTICLE XVIII ................................................................................................................................. 11 RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES .......................................................................................... 11 ARTICLE XIX ................................................................................................................................... 12 WITHDRAWAL ............................................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XX .................................................................................................................................... 12 INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ...................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXI ................................................................................................................................... 12 CONTINUED LIABILITY ................................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXII .................................................................................................................................. 12 REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ............................................. 12 ARTICLE XXIII ................................................................................................................................. 13 TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY ...................................................................................................... 13 ARTICLE XXIV ................................................................................................................................. 13 AUDIT ............................................................................................................................................ 14 ARTICLE XXV .................................................................................................................................. 14 ARBITRATION ................................................................................................................................ 14 ARTICLE XXVI ................................................................................................................................. 14 BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS, AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE14 ARTICLE XXVII ................................................................................................................................ 14 ENFORCEMENT ............................................................................................................................. 14 ARTICLE XXVIII ............................................................................................................................... 14 AMENDMENTS .............................................................................................................................. 14 ARTICLE XXIX ................................................................................................................................. 15 NOTICES ........................................................................................................................................ 15 ARTICLE XXX .................................................................................................................................. 15 COUNTERPARTS ............................................................................................................................ 15 Joint Powers Agreement Page 1 Amended July 1, 20251994

AMENDED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT

FOR INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT PURPOSES
THIS AMENDED AGREEMENT, dated for convenience this 1st day of July, 20251994, made and entered into by, between, and among those Member Cities which become parties to this Agreement by action of their governing boards adopting a resolution agreeing to participate in the joint powers entity created by the terms and conditions of this Agreement; RECITALS:

WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 6500, et. seq. provides that two or more public agencies may, by agreement, exercise any power common to the contracting parties; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Sections 990 and 990.4 provide that a local entity may self-insure, purchase insurance through an authorized insurer, purchase insurance through a surplus line broker, or any combination thereof; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 990.8 provides that two or more local public entities, by a joint powers agreement, may provide insurance for any authorized purpose by any one or more of the methods specified in Section 990.4; and WHEREAS, Article XVI, Section 6, of the California Constitution provides that insurance pooling arrangements under joint exercise of powers agreements shall not be considered the giving or lending of credit as prohibited therein; and
WHEREAS, each of the cities which are parties to this Agreement desires to join together with other cities in order to collectively self-insure or pool their losses and to jointly purchase insurance and administrative services in connection with Joint Protection Programs for said cities; and
WHEREAS, the Tulare-Kings Municipal Risk Management Authority, a public entity, was created by an initial Agreement dated April 1, 1979, among various cities within the Counties of Tulare and Kings; and
WHEREAS, the name of the organization was changed to the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority on July 1, 1981; and
WHEREAS, the initial Agreement was amended on January 1, 1985 and July 1, 1994 by a two-thirds vote of the Member Cities' city councils; and Joint Powers Agreement Page 2 Amended July 1, 20251994
WHEREAS, said Member Cities have determined that it is again appropriate and in the public interest to make certain technical corrections and additions to this Agreement which will provide clarification and will permit the governing body to meet a minimum of two times a year to conduct that business which only the governing body may act upon; and WHEREAS, it is therefore necessary to amend said Joint Powers Agreement; and WHEREAS, said Agreement provides that amendments to the Agreement may be made by a vote of two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities by resolution of the City Councils of said Cities:

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the execution of this Agreement by twothirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, each of the Member Cities which are parties hereto does hereby adopt this amended Agreement, dated July 1, 20251994, which concurrently supersedes that certain Agreement creating the Authority, dated April 1, 1979, and all amendments thereto.

Joint Powers Agreement Page 3 Amended July 1, 20251994

ARTICLE I

DEFINITIONS
The following words, when typed in bold print within the provisions of this Agreement, shall have the following definitions:
"Administrator" shall mean that person or group appointed by the Executive Committee and given responsibility for the management, administration, and operation of the Authority.
“Agreement” shall mean the Joint Powers Agreement creating the Central San Juoaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.
"Authority" shall mean the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, aka the RMA.
"Board of Directors" or "Board" shall mean the governing body of the Authority. "Broker" shall mean the insurance broker hired by the Executive Committee to acquire insurance coverage.
"Claims" shall mean demands made against the Authority arising out of occurrences which are claimed to be within one of the Authority'sJoint Protection Programs as developed by the Board.
"Deposit Premium" shall mean the annual dollar amount determined by the Board of Directors payable by each Member City for the purpose of self-insurance coverage, excess insurance premiums, and administrative costs, charged for the purpose of carrying out the powers of the Authority. those funds charged for the purpose of self-insured coverage. "Executive Committee" shall mean the elected officers and the representatives appointed by each region to represent that region.
"Fiscal Year" shall mean the period July 1 to June 30 of each year. "Insurance" shall mean any commercial insurance coverage. "Insurance Premium" shall mean those funds charged for the payment of group purchased insurance.
"Joint Protection Programs" shall mean any program to provide risk sharing or insurance coverage under this Agreement and shall include a determination as to the amount of initial Insurance Premiums and/or Deposit Premiums, a precise allocation plan and formula, and a determination of the amount and type, if any, of excess insurance to be purchased. .

Included within the term Joint Protection Program is the identification of exposures to accidental loss, the reduction or limitation of losses to Member City properties and from injuries to persons or property caused by the operations of Member Cities and the funding Joint Powers Agreement Page 4 Amended July 1, 20251994
of those risks, together with any other functions appropriate or necessary to the functioning of the Joint Protection Program.
"Master Plan Document" shall mean the document, formally adopted by the Executive Committeeparticipating Member Cities, containing the provisions setting forth the operations, policies, and provisions of a self-insured or pooled coverage program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. The scope of the program;

2. The procedures to be followed;

3. Who may participate;

4. Any limits or restrictions;

5. How Deposit Premiums are determined;

6. How refunds, if any, are determined;

7. Commitments required by participants; and

8. How the document may be amended.
"Member City" shall mean a city which is an incorporated municipality organized with a council, City Manager/Administrator form of government, which has been approved for participation in the Authority by the Executive Committee in accordance with applicable provisions of the Agreement and the Bylaws, and has signed the Agreement. "Operating Fund" shall mean the fund established by the Authority for the purpose of paying just demands submitted to the Authority. ;
"Representative" shall mean the person, normally the City Manager/Administrator of the Member City , who has been designated in writing by the Member City to represent and act for and on behalf of the Member City regarding any matter before the Authority's Board or Executive Committee. The Representative must be either: (a) the City Manager/Administrator or (b) a person designated by the City Manager/Administrator who holds a management/organizational position with the Member City and whose responsibilities include all or part of the Member City’s risk management functions (i.e., finance, human resources, claims/losses, insurance, and safety/risk control). "Self-Insurance" shall mean the process whereby the Authority maintains sufficient reserves to pay all claims and associated expenses of a risk exposurearea without purchasing insurance to cover the risk or a portion of the risk.

ARTICLE II

PURPOSES
The purpose of this Agreement is to provide joint powers common to each Member City for insurance purposes; to pool self-insured claims and losses, to purchase or participate in excess pooling or excess insurance coverage, and to provide related administrative services including risk management, consulting, actuarial services, claims adjusting and legal defense services;and share risks; to implement risk management principles; and to provide for the future inclusion of additional incorporated municipalities desiring to become parties to the Agreement.

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ARTICLE III

CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
A.

Pursuant to Section 6500, et. seq. of the California Government Code, the Authority is a public entity separate and apart from the parties to this Agreement. Pursuant to Government Code Section 6508.1, the debts, liabilities, and obligations of this joint powers authority shall not constitute debts, liabilities, or obligations of any party to this Agreement.

B. It is the express understanding of all parties that the Authority created originally on or about April 1, 1979, is the same Authority continued under this Agreement, even though some powers and procedures may be changed by this Agreement.

C. The Authority, its Board, officers, membership, and staff shall be governed by this Agreement, the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, Memoranda of Coverage, and other documents duly adopted by the Authority.

ARTICLE IV

PARTIES TO AGREEMENT
A. Each city which has applied to and been accepted as a member of the Authority is a party to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. . Each party to the Agreement shall be bound by this Agreement when two-thirds (2/3rds) of the city councils of the Member Cities have adopted this amended Agreement. . A party to this Agreement certifies that it intends to and does contract with the Authority and with all other Member Cities which have signed this Agreement and, in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement. . Each city which has or may hereafter sign this Agreement also certifies that the deletion of any city from the Authority by voluntary withdrawal, involuntary termination, or otherwise, shall not affect this Agreement nor each Member City's intent to contract as described above with the then remaining Member Cities.

B. Each city which is a member of the Authority at the time this amended Agreement is adopted by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, certifies that it intends to and does hereby contract with the Authority and with all other current Member Cities, and in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement.

ARTICLE V

MEMBERSHIP
A. ELIGIBILITY
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To be a member of this Authority, a city must be an incorporated municipality which is characterized by having professional management as typified by a bona fide Council Manager/Administrator form of government and must be approved for participation in the Authority in the manner provided by the Bylaws.

B. NEW MEMBERS
Eligible incorporated municipalities may become a party to this Agreement pursuant to the Bylaws of the Authority.

ARTICLE VI

TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement, as amended, shall become effective when approved by two thirds (2/3rds) of the respective City Councils of the Member Cities. . When effective, this Agreement, as may be amended from time to time, shall continue thereafter until terminated as herein provided. . This Agreement shall become effective as to any new Member City in accordance with the Bylaws and Master Plan Documents of the Authority.

ARTICLE VII

POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY
A. The Authority shall have all of the powers common to Member Cities and all additional powers set forth in Section 6500, et. seq. and Section 989, et. seq. of the Government Code and other applicable law. The Authority shall have all of the rights, immunities, privileges, and defenses afforded each Member City and peculiar to the particular Member City being sued or against which there has been a claim.

Pursuant to and to the extent required by Government Code section 6509, the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Ripon is restricted in the exercise of its powers. In the event the City of Ripon shall cease to be a Member of the Authority, then the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Madera.

The Authority is hereby authorized to do all acts necessary or appropriate for the exercise of said powers, including, but not limited to any or all of the following:

1. to mMake and enter into contracts;

2. to iIncur debts, liabilities, and obligations, but no debt, liability, or obligation of the Authority is a debt, liability, or obligation of a Member City which is a part of this Agreementexcept as otherwise provided;
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3. to aAssess Member Cities as deemed appropriate for good cause as determined by the Executive Committee;

4. to aAcquire, hold, or dispose of real and personal property;

5. to rReceive contributions and donations of property, funds, services, and other forms of assistance from any sources;

6. to sSue and be sued in its own name;

7. to eEmploy agents and employees;

8. to aAcquire, construct, manage, and maintain buildings;

9. to lLease real or personal property, including propertythat of a Member City; and

10. to exercise all powers necessary and proper to carry out the terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise authorized by law.

B. Whenever in this Agreement any consent or approval is required, the same shall not be unreasonably withheld. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

ARTICLE VIII

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A. STRUCTURE
The Authority shall be governed by a Board composed of one Representative from each Member City, each serving in an individual capacity as a member of the Board. . Each Member City shall appoint one Representative. . Appointments shall be limited to the City Manager/Administrator of each Member City or his/her authorized delegate. . Each Member City shall also appoint one alternate Representative. . The alternate Representative may attend and may participate in any meeting of the Board. . When the regular Representative for whom he/she is an alternate is absent from the meeting, the alternate Representative may vote. . Each Representative serves at the pleasure of the Member City being represented. . Each Representative has one vote as the member of the Board. . Representatives are not entitled to compensation. . However, the Executive Committee may authorize reimbursement for expense incurred by a Representative in connection with his/her duties for the Authority.

B. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
The Board shall hold at least two meetings each year. . The Executive Committee shall determinefix by resolution the date upon which and the hour and place at which each regular meeting is to be held.

The President may call for a special meeting of the Board in compliance with open meeting laws in the State of California or a majority of the Representatives may call for a special meeting by filing a written request with the Secretary. . The President must then set a date, time, and place for the meeting to be held within 30 days and must make provision for Commented [JW1]: Meetings will continue to
be adopted by the EC, but in a less
formal manner than by resolution.

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notice of the special meeting being given.

Each meeting of the Board, and each meeting of the Executive Committee, including, without limitation, regular, adjourned regular, and special meetings, shall be called, noticed, held, and conducted in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Section 54950 et. seq. of the Government Code).

The Authority shall have minutes of regular and special meetings kept. . As soon as possible after each meeting, copies of the minutes shall be forwarded to each Member City.

A majority of the members of the Board is a quorum for the transaction of business. .

However, less than a quorum may adjourn from time to time. . A vote of the majority of a quorum at a meeting is sufficient to take action, unless otherwise specified.

C. POWERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board shall provide policy direction for the Executive Committee, the officers, and the Administrator. . The Board may delegate any and all of its authority to the Executive Committee except the following:

1. Amendments toTo change the Bylaws, which requires at least a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board;

2. To creation ofe any new Joint Protection Program;

3. To termination of ae any Joint Protection Program;

4. To expulsion ofel a Member City;

5. To adoption of an operating budget for the Authority;

6. To change or reviseAmendments to the Authority's Conflict of Interest Code; and

7. To Aauthorization for e the issuance, modification, or defeasance of bonds.

ARTICLE IX

BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS
The Board shall adopt Bylaws and general regulations not inconsistent with State law and this Agreement.

ARTICLE X

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE

The Board shall establish an Executive Committee and delegate functions not otherwise reserved to the entire Board. . The Executive Committee shall be appointed, have the powers, and hold meetings as set forth in the Bylaws.

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ARTICLE XI

OFFICERS
The officers of the Authority shall consist of an elected President, First Vice President, and Second Vice President, and an appointed Administrator, Secretary, and Treasurer. . Other offices may be created by the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, or the Administrator, subject to the approval of the Board or the Executive Committee, as applicable. . All offices shall be filled and have the powers and responsibilities as prescribed in the Bylaws or Master Plan Documents.

The president shall appoint someone other than the treasurer to perform the functions of auditor/controller of the Authority shall be performed by the Authority’s contracted administration firmofficers or employees or in-house staff, or the president may assume these functions as a collateral duty of the presidency. The auditor/controller must be a member of the Board. The Ttreasurer and auditor/controller have the powers, duties, and responsibilities specified in Government Code Section 6505.6. The Board shall require the treasurer and auditor/controller to file with the Authority an official bond in the amount to be fixed by the Board. The Authority shall pay the cost of bond premiums required by this section. The Authority shall purchase a bond which includes coverage for the duties performed by the Treasurer and the auditor/controller.

ARTICLE XII

JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS
A. The Executive Committee may at any time, and from time to time, offer to the Board for adoption such Joint Protection Programs as may be deemed desirable. . All Member Cities shall participate in those mandatory Joint Protection Programs as set forth in the Bylaws. .

All other Joint Protection Programs shall be optional. . The Board shall establish the amount of Deposit Premium, determine the amount of loss reserve contribution, provide for the handling of claims, and otherwise establish the policies and procedures necessary to provide a particular Joint Protection Program for Member Cities.

B. Each Joint Protection Program shall remain separate and distinct from every other Joint Protection Program and the liability and obligations of each program, and its participating Member Cities shall not be a liability or obligation of another program or participating Member City of another program. . A Member City's participation in one program shall not obligate it or its funds on deposit with the Authority, to the debts, obligations, or liabilities of any other program. . Separate accounting shall be maintained for each Joint Protection Program.

ARTICLE XIII

RESERVE FUNDS
The Authority may establish a fund for the purpose of paying the losses and establishing a reserve Commented [JR2]: Staff conformed this
section to reflect current
practices/align with 6505.6.

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to cover the retained portion of losses that may be insured against by the Authority or the Member Cities. . The funds treasurer shall be invested and reinvest the funds in compliance with the Authority's Investment Policy and relevant Sstate laws. and in the same manner as if they were Member City funds.

Refunds shall be made in accordance with the Master Plan Document for each program.

ARTICLE XIV

OPERATING FUND
The Authority shall establish an Operating Fund. The Operating Fund is for the purpose of paying insurance premiums, broker's fees, adjusting fees, consultant and legal fees, and such other items as are appropriate. . Just demands for payment shall be made by warrants in compliance with the adopted budget. . The warrants shall be paid as directed by the Executive Committee. . The Board may establish such other funds as it considers appropriate which shall be maintained and invested in the same manner as the Operating Fund.

ARTICLE XV
BUDGET
The Board shall adopt a budget annually.

ARTICLE XVI

FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING

ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
The provisions for funding and calculating annual contributions shall be as set forth in the Bylaws and the Master Plan Documents for each program.

ARTICLE XVII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY
The Authority may perform or have performed the following functions in discharging its responsibilities under this Agreement:

1. assist Member Cities in developing their risk management programs ;

2. participate in risk management advisory committees formed by Member Cities;

3. provide loss prevention, safety, and security services;

4. provide all program services as required by program Master Plan Documents ;

5. provide loss analysis control by use of statistical analysis, data processing, and Commented [JR3]: This change is to allow
for the potential formation of a captive
entity, and investment under other state
laws.

Commented [JR4]: The MPD will be amended to
provide for flexibility in the payment
of refunds. Recall board action to
ratify decisions of executive committee
in withholding refund amounts.

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record and file keeping services. . The purpose of this information is to identify high exposure operations and to evaluate proper levels of self-retention and deductibles;

6. conduct risk management audits to review the participation of each Member City in the program; and

7. perform other functions as required by the Board for the purpose of accomplishing the goals of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XVIII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES
The Member Cities have the following responsibilities:

1. pay all financial obligations to the Authority within the time prescribed;

2. appoint an individual to be responsible for coordinating the risk management activities of his/her Member City with the Authority;

3. conduct its operations in a manner which enhances safety and loss control consistent with recommendations by Authority staff;

4. adopt a risk management program ;carry out the duties and responsibilities as assigned or mandated by the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee which may include, but are not limited to, adherence to and/or adoption of policies and procedures, support of initiatives deemed necessary for the proper functioning of the Authority, and timely execution of tasks deemed necessary for the operation and governance of the Authority;

5. establish a risk management advisory committee to work with the risk manager of the Authority;

6. maintain an active safety committee;

7. report to the risk manager during the development stages the addition of new programs or the significant reduction or expansion of existing programs;

8. permit and assist the Authority in conducting on-site safety and loss control inspections and/or safety or risk management audits as required by the Board;

9. submit DE3-DPs to the Authority concurrent with the submission dates established by the State of California;

10. submit underwriting information requested by the Authority on a timely basis;

11. provide accurate statistical data concerning the Member City to the Authority when requested;

12. cooperate fully with the Authority in determining the cause of losses and in the settlement of losses;

13. cooperate to the fullest extent with the Authority's Litigation Manager on matters of claims and the conduct of defense of claims; and

14. comply with risk management requirements established under the authority of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XIX
Commented [JW5]: This will be included in
the program master plan document
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WITHDRAWAL
Any Member City, at their sole discretion, may voluntarily withdraw from membership in the Authority only at the end of any fiscal year by notifying the Authority in writing six (6) months prior to the end of any fiscal year, or at any other time which is agreed to by the Board, unless otherwise prohibited in the Master Plan Document of any program. . A notice of withdrawal shall be final and irreversible upon its receipt by the Authority unless the Board authorizes it to be rescinded by the Member City.

ARTICLE XX

INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION
A Member City may be removed from this Agreement by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board for non-compliance with any provision of the governing documents. . Such involuntary termination shall proceed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Bylaws.

ARTICLE XXI

CONTINUED LIABILITY
Upon any withdrawal or involuntary termination of a Member City, the said Member City shall continue to be responsible for any unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, and claims and for any debts and assessments in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, Resolutions, and the Master Plan Documents of Joint Protection Programs in which the Member City has participated.

ARTICLE XXII

REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION
A. In the event a Member City withdraws from the Authority or its membership is involuntarily terminated, said Member City shall thereafter be entitled to receive its unobligated share of monies held by the Authority, less any and all amounts owed the Authority whether contingent or not, by the said withdrawing or terminated Member City. . The remainder of any funds held by the Authority for the withdrawing or terminating Member City subject to any retention amount as provided below, shall be the unobligated share and shall be refunded to the Member City and shall be accepted in full settlement and satisfaction against any claims the Member City may have against the Authority. . The Authority shall require that sufficient funds are retained on deposit with the Authority to completely pay any and all unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, or claims, including any amounts for unreported claims and maturity of claims against said withdrawing or terminating Member City, and the amount to be retained on deposit shall be determined by the Authority. . Any and all rights, entitlements, benefits, and obligations after withdrawal or termination shall be subject to ongoing obligations and responsibilities agreed to by a Member City by agreeing to Joint Powers Agreement Page 13 Amended July 1,
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participate in any pooled Joint Protection Programs.

ARTICLE XXIII

TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY
The Authority may be terminated at any time if two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the then-Member Cities adopt a resolution requesting termination of the Authority; provided, however, that this Joint Powers Agreement and the Authority shall continue to exist for the purpose of disposing of all claims, concluding any pending litigations, for the liquidation and distribution of assets, and for all other functions necessary to conclude the affairs of the Authority. . The Board shall take whatever action is necessary or appropriate to cause these ongoing responsibilities to be discharged and to effectively close out the affairs of the Authority. . Upon completion of the liquidation and dissolution of the Authority, the Authority shall pay to each city which was a member of the Authority at the time of termination its pro rata share based on a city's contribution to the Authority, as determined by an independent Certified Public Accountant which has audited the financial records of the Authority, of the remaining assets of the Authority and shall pay to each Member City all monies held by the Authority in the reserve funds of that Member City.

ARTICLE XXIV
AUDIT
A. The Authority shall obtain an annual certified audit of its accounts and financial records which shall be made by a Certified Public Accountant and shall conform to generally accepted auditing standards.

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ARTICLE XXV

ARBITRATION
Any controversy between the parties hereto arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to arbitration, and such arbitration shall comply with and be governed by the provisions of the California Arbitration Act, Sections 1280 through 1294.2 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.

ARTICLE XXVI

BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS,

AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE
Each party to this Agreement by the execution hereof agrees to be bound by and to comply with all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, the Master Plan Documents, Memoranda of Coverage, and any resolution adopted by the Authority, the Board of Directors, or the Executive Committee as they now exist or may hereafter be adopted or amended.

ARTICLE XXVII

ENFORCEMENT
The Authority is hereby granted authority to enforce this Agreement. . In the event action is instituted by the Authority to enforce any term of this Agreement, the Bylaws, or the Master Plan Document of any program against any Member City, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of said action, in addition to other appropriate relief.

ARTICLE XXVIII

AMENDMENTS
This Agreement may be amended by written resolution approved and signed by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the Member Cities that are parties to this Agreement. . Upon signature of any amendment by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, any Member City failing or refusing to abide by such amendment may be involuntarily terminated as a party to this Agreement as provided herein.

ARTICLE XXIX

NOTICES

Notices under this Agreement shall be sufficient if delivered to the office of the Clerk or Secretary of the respective jurisdictions.

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ARTICLE XXX

COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and shall be as fully effective as though executed in one document.

Dated:

MEMBER CITY
BY:

CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

AS AMENDED AND RESTATED
EFFECTIVE JULY 1, 2025

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AMENDED AND RESTATED

JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT

CENTRAL SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RISK MANAGEMENT AUTHORITY (CSJVRMA) ARTICLE I – DEFINITIONS ................................................................................................................. 2 ARTICLE II – PURPOSES ................................................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE III – CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY ................................................................ 4 ARTICLE IV – PARTIES TO AGREEMENT ........................................................................................... 4 ARTICLE V – MEMBERSHIP .............................................................................................................. 5 ARTICLE VI – TERM OF AGREEMENT ............................................................................................... 5 ARTICLE VII – POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY ................................................................................... 5 ARTICLE VIII – BOARD OF DIRECTORS ............................................................................................. 6 ARTICLE IX – BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS ...................................................................................... 7 ARTICLE X – EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE ............................................................................................. 7 ARTICLE XI – OFFICERS .................................................................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XII – JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS ............................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XIII – RESERVE FUNDS ....................................................................................................... 8 ARTICLE XIV – OPERATING FUND .................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XV – BUDGET ..................................................................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XVI – FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS ........ 9 ARTICLE XVII – RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY .......................................................................... 9 ARTICLE XVIII – RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES ................................................................ 10 ARTICLE XIX - WITHDRAWAL ......................................................................................................... 10 ARTICLE XX – INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ................................................................................ 11 ARTICLE XXI – CONTINUED LIABILITY ............................................................................................ 11 CSJVRMA Amended and Restated Joint Powers Agreement
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ARTICLE XXII – REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION ..................... 11 ARTICLE XXIII – TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY............................................................................. 11 ARTICLE XXIV – AUDIT ................................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXV - ARBITRATION ......................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXVI – BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS, AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE .................................................................................................. 12 ARTICLE XXVII - ENCORCEMENT ................................................................................................... 12 ARTICLE XXVIII - AMENDMENTS ................................................................................................... 13 ARTICLE XXIX - NOTICES ................................................................................................................ 13 ARTICLE XXX - COUNTERPARTS ..................................................................................................... 13 Joint Powers Agreement Page 1 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025

AMENDED AND RESTATED JOINT EXERCISE OF POWERS AGREEMENT

FOR INSURANCE AND RISK MANAGEMENT PURPOSES
THIS AMENDED AND RESTATED AGREEMENT, dated for convenience this 1st day of July 2025, made and entered into by, between, and among those Member Cities which become parties to this Agreement by action of their governing boards adopting a resolution agreeing to participate in the joint powers entity created by the terms and conditions of this Agreement; RECITALS:

WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 6500, et. seq. provides that two or more public agencies may, by agreement, exercise any power common to the contracting parties; and WHEREAS, California Government Code Sections 990 and 990.4 provide that a local entity may self-insure, purchase insurance through an authorized insurer, purchase insurance through a surplus line broker, or any combination thereof; and
WHEREAS, California Government Code Section 990.8 provides that two or more local public entities, by a joint powers agreement, may provide insurance for any authorized purpose by any one or more of the methods specified in Section 990.4; and WHEREAS, Article XVI, Section 6, of the California Constitution provides that insurance pooling arrangements under joint exercise of powers agreements shall not be considered the giving or lending of credit as prohibited therein; and
WHEREAS, each of the cities which are parties to this Agreement desires to join together with other cities in order to collectively self-insure or pool their losses and to jointly purchase insurance and administrative services in connection with Joint Protection Programs for said cities; and
WHEREAS, the Tulare-Kings Municipal Risk Management Authority, a public entity, was created by an initial Agreement dated April 1, 1979, among various cities within the Counties of Tulare and Kings; and
WHEREAS, the name of the organization was changed to the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority on July 1, 1981; and
WHEREAS, the initial Agreement was amended on January 1, 1985, and July 1, 1994, by a two-thirds vote of the Member Cities' city councils; and WHEREAS, said Member Cities have determined that it is again appropriate and in the public interest to make certain technical corrections and additions to this Agreement which will provide clarification and will permit the governing body to meet a minimum of two times a year to conduct that business which only the governing body may act upon; and Joint Powers Agreement Page 2 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 WHEREAS, it is therefore necessary to amend said Joint Powers Agreement; and WHEREAS, said Agreement provides that amendments to the Agreement may be made by a vote of two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities by resolution of the City Councils of said Cities:

NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the execution of this Agreement by twothirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, each of the Member Cities which are parties hereto does hereby adopt this amended and restated Agreement, dated July 1, 2025, which concurrently supersedes that certain Agreement creating the Authority, dated April 1, 1979, and all amendments thereto.

ARTICLE I

DEFINITIONS
The following words, when typed in bold print within the provisions of this Agreement, shall have the following definitions:
"Administrator" shall mean that person or group appointed by the Executive Committee and given responsibility for the management, administration, and operation of the Authority.
“Agreement” shall mean the Joint Powers Agreement creating the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority.
"Authority" shall mean the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, aka the RMA.
"Board of Directors" or "Board" shall mean the governing body of the Authority. "Broker" shall mean the insurance broker hired by the Executive Committee to acquire insurance coverage.
"Claims" shall mean demands made against the Authority arising out of occurrences which are claimed to be within one of the Authority'sJoint Protection Programs as developed by the Board.
"Deposit Premium" shall mean the annual dollar amount determined by the Board of Directors payable by each Member City for the purpose of self-insurance coverage, excess insurance premiums, and administrative costs, charged for the purpose of carrying out the powers of the Authority.
"Executive Committee" shall mean the elected officers and the representatives appointed by each region to represent that region.

Joint Powers Agreement Page 3 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 "Fiscal Year" shall mean the period July 1 to June 30 of each year. "Insurance" shall mean any commercial insurance coverage. "Insurance Premium" shall mean those funds charged for the payment of group purchased insurance.
"Joint Protection Programs" shall mean any program to provide risk sharing or insurance coverage under this Agreement and shall include a determination as to the amount of initial Insurance Premiums and/or Deposit Premiums, a precise allocation plan and formula, and a determination of the amount and type, if any, of excess insurance to be purchased. Included within the term Joint Protection Program is the identification of exposures to accidental loss, the reduction or limitation of losses to Member City properties and from injuries to persons or property caused by the operations of Member Cities and the funding of those risks, together with any other functions appropriate or necessary to the functioning of the Joint Protection Program. "Master Plan Document" shall mean the document, formally adopted by the Executive Committee, setting forth the operations, policies, and provisions of a self-insured or pooled coverage program, which shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

1. The scope of the program;

2. The procedures to be followed;

3. Who may participate;

4. Any limits or restrictions;

5. How Deposit Premiums are determined;

6. How refunds, if any, are determined;

7. Commitments required by participants; and

8. How the document may be amended.
"Member City" shall mean a city which is an incorporated municipality organized with a council, City Manager/Administrator form of government, which has been approved for participation in the Authority by the Executive Committee in accordance with applicable provisions of the Agreement and the Bylaws and has signed the Agreement. "Operating Fund" shall mean the fund established by the Authority for the purpose of paying just demands submitted to the Authority.
"Representative" shall mean the person, designated in writing by the Member City to represent and act for and on behalf of the Member City regarding any matter before the Authority's Board or Executive Committee. The Representative must be either: (a) the City Manager/Administrator or (b) a person designated by the City Manager/Administrator who holds a management/organizational position with the Member City and whose responsibilities include all or part of the Member City’s risk management functions (i.e., finance, human resources, claims/losses, insurance, and safety/risk control).

Joint Powers Agreement Page 4 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 "Self-Insurance" shall mean the process whereby the Authority maintains sufficient reserves to pay all claims and associated expenses of a risk exposure without purchasing insurance to cover the risk or a portion of the risk.

ARTICLE II

PURPOSES
The purpose of this Agreement is to provide joint powers common to each Member City for insurance purposes; to pool self-insured claims and losses, to purchase or participate in excess pooling or excess insurance coverage, and to provide related administrative services including risk management, consulting, actuarial services, claims adjusting and legal defense services; to implement risk management principles; and to provide for the future inclusion of additional incorporated municipalities desiring to become parties to the Agreement.

ARTICLE III

CREATION OF JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY
Pursuant to Section 6500, et. seq. of the California Government Code, the Authority is a public entity separate and apart from the parties to this Agreement. Pursuant to Government Code Section 6508.1, the debts, liabilities, and obligations of this joint powers authority shall not constitute debts, liabilities, or obligations of any party to this Agreement.

It is the express understanding of all parties that the Authority created originally on or about April 1, 1979, is the same Authority continued under this Agreement, even though some powers and procedures may be changed by this Agreement.

The Authority, its Board, officers, membership, and staff shall be governed by this Agreement, the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, Memoranda of Coverage, and other documents duly adopted by the Authority.

ARTICLE IV

PARTIES TO AGREEMENT
Each city which has applied to and been accepted as a member of the Authority is a party to the Joint Exercise of Powers Agreement. Each party to the Agreement shall be bound by this Agreement when two-thirds (2/3rds) of the city councils of the Member Cities have adopted this amended and restated Agreement. A party to this Agreement certifies that it intends to and does contract with the Authority and with all other Member Cities which have signed this Agreement and, in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement. Each city which has or may hereafter sign this Agreement also certifies that the deletion of any city from the Authority by voluntary withdrawal, involuntary termination, or otherwise, shall not affect this Agreement nor each Member City's intent to contract as described above with the then remaining Member Cities.

Joint Powers Agreement Page 5 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 Each city which is a member of the Authority at the time this amended and restated Agreement is adopted by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, certifies that it intends to and does hereby contract with the Authority and with all other current Member Cities, and in addition, with each city which may hereafter be added as a party to and may sign this Agreement.

ARTICLE V

MEMBERSHIP
A. ELIGIBILITY
To be a member of this Authority, a city must be an incorporated municipality which is characterized by having professional management as typified by a bona fide Council Manager/Administrator form of government and must be approved for participation in the Authority in the manner provided by the Bylaws.

B. NEW MEMBERS
Eligible incorporated municipalities may become a party to this Agreement pursuant to the Bylaws of the Authority.

ARTICLE VI

TERM OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement, as amended and restated, shall become effective when approved by two thirds (2/3rds) of the respective City Councils of the Member Cities. When effective, this Agreement, as may be amended from time to time, shall continue thereafter until terminated as herein provided.

This Agreement shall become effective as to any new Member City in accordance with the Bylaws and Master Plan Documents of the Authority.

ARTICLE VII

POWERS OF THE AUTHORITY
Pursuant to and to the extent required by Government Code section 6509, the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Ripon is restricted in the exercise of its powers. In the event the City of Ripon shall cease to be a Member of the Authority, then the Authority shall be restricted in the exercise of its powers in the same manner as the City of Madera.

The Authority is hereby authorized to do all acts necessary or appropriate for the exercise of said powers, including, but not limited to any or all of the following:

1. Make and enter into contracts;
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2. Incur debts, liabilities, and obligations, but no debt, liability, or obligation of the Authority is a debt, liability, or obligation of a Member City except as otherwise provided;

3. Assess Member Cities as deemed appropriate by the Executive Committee;

4. Acquire, hold, or dispose of real and personal property;

5. Receive contributions and donations of property, funds, services, and other forms of assistance from any source;

6. Sue and be sued in its own name;

7. Employ agents and employees;

8. Acquire, construct, manage, and maintain buildings;

9. Lease real or personal property, including property of a Member City; and

10. To exercise all powers necessary and proper to carry out the terms and provisions of this Agreement or otherwise authorized by law.

This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

ARTICLE VIII

BOARD OF DIRECTORS
A. STRUCTURE
The Authority shall be governed by a Board composed of one Representative from each Member City, each serving in an individual capacity as a member of the Board. Each Member City shall appoint one Representative. Appointments shall be limited to the City Manager/Administrator of each Member City or his/her authorized delegate. Each Member City shall also appoint one alternate Representative. The alternate Representative may attend and may participate in any meeting of the Board. When the regular Representative for whom he/she is an alternate is absent from the meeting, the alternate Representative may vote. Each Representative serves at the pleasure of the Member City being represented. Each Representative has one vote as the member of the Board.

Representatives are not entitled to compensation. However, the Executive Committee may authorize reimbursement for expense incurred by a Representative in connection with his/her duties for the Authority.

B. MEETINGS OF THE BOARD
The Board shall hold at least two meetings each year. The Executive Committee shall determine the date upon which and the hour and place at which each regular meeting is to be held.

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Each meeting of the Board, and each meeting of the Executive Committee, including, without limitation, regular, adjourned regular, and special meetings, shall be called, noticed, held, and conducted in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act (Section 54950 et. seq. of the Government Code).

The Authority shall have minutes of regular and special meetings kept. As soon as possible after each meeting, copies of the minutes shall be forwarded to each Member City.

A majority of the members of the Board is a quorum for the transaction of business.

However, less than a quorum may adjourn from time to time. A vote of the majority of a quorum at a meeting is sufficient to take action, unless otherwise specified.

C. POWERS OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS
The Board shall provide policy direction for the Executive Committee, the officers, and the Administrator. The Board may delegate any and all of its authority to the Executive Committee except the following:

1. Amendments to the Bylaws, which requires at least a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board;

2. Creation of any new Joint Protection Program;

3. Termination of any Joint Protection Program;

4. Expulsion of a Member City;

5. Adoption of an operating budget for the Authority;

6. Amendments to the Authority's Conflict of Interest Code; and

7. Authorization for the issuance, modification, or defeasance of bonds.

ARTICLE IX

BYLAWS AND REGULATIONS
The Board shall adopt Bylaws and general regulations not inconsistent with State law and this Agreement.

ARTICLE X

EXECUTIVE COMMITTEE
The Board shall establish an Executive Committee and delegate functions not otherwise reserved to the entire Board. The Executive Committee shall be appointed, have the powers, and hold meetings as set forth in the Bylaws.

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ARTICLE XI

OFFICERS
The officers of the Authority shall consist of an elected President, First Vice President, and Second Vice President, and an appointed Administrator, Secretary, and Treasurer. Other offices may be created by the Bylaws, Master Plan Documents, or the Administrator, subject to the approval of the Board or the Executive Committee, as applicable. All offices shall be filled and have the powers and responsibilities as prescribed in the Bylaws or Master Plan Documents.

The functions of auditor/controller of the Authority shall be performed by the Authority’s officers or employees. The Treasurer and auditor/controller have the powers, duties, and responsibilities specified in Government Code Section 6505.6. The Authority shall purchase a bond which includes coverage for the duties performed by the Treasurer and the auditor/controller.

ARTICLE XII

JOINT PROTECTION PROGRAMS
A. The Executive Committee may at any time, and from time to time, offer to the Board for adoption such Joint Protection Programs as may be deemed desirable. All Member Cities shall participate in those mandatory Joint Protection Programs as set forth in the Bylaws.

All other Joint Protection Programs shall be optional. The Board shall establish the amount of Deposit Premium, determine the amount of loss reserve contribution, provide for the handling of claims, and otherwise establish the policies and procedures necessary to provide a particular Joint Protection Program for Member Cities.

B. Each Joint Protection Program shall remain separate and distinct from every other Joint Protection Program and the liability and obligations of each program, and its participating Member Cities shall not be a liability or obligation of another program or participating Member City of another program. A Member City's participation in one program shall not obligate it or its funds on deposit with the Authority, to the debts, obligations, or liabilities of any other program. Separate accounting shall be maintained for each Joint Protection Program.

ARTICLE XIII

RESERVE FUNDS
The Authority may establish a fund for the purpose of paying the losses and establishing a reserve to cover the retained portion of losses that may be insured against by the Authority or the Member Cities. The funds shall be invested in compliance with the Authority's Investment Policy and relevant state laws.

Refunds shall be made in accordance with the Master Plan Document for each program.

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ARTICLE XIV

OPERATING FUND
The Authority shall establish an Operating Fund. The Operating Fund is for the purpose of paying insurance premiums, broker's fees, adjusting fees, consultant and legal fees, and such other items as are appropriate. Just demands for payment shall be made by warrants in compliance with the adopted budget. The warrants shall be paid as directed by the Executive Committee. The Board may establish such other funds as it considers appropriate which shall be maintained and invested in the same manner as the Operating Fund.

ARTICLE XV
BUDGET
The Board shall adopt a budget annually.

ARTICLE XVI

FUNDING AND PROCEDURES FOR CALCULATING

ANNUAL CONTRIBUTIONS
The provisions for funding and calculating annual contributions shall be as set forth in the Bylaws and the Master Plan Documents for each program.

ARTICLE XVII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF AUTHORITY
The Authority may perform or have performed the following functions in discharging its responsibilities under this Agreement:

1. Assist Member Cities in developing their risk management programs;

2. Participate in risk management advisory committees formed by Member Cities;

3. Provide loss prevention, safety, and security services;

4. Provide all program services as required by program Master Plan Documents;

5. Provide loss analysis control by use of statistical analysis, data processing, and record and file keeping services. The purpose of this information is to identify high exposure operations and to evaluate proper levels of self-retention and deductibles;

6. Conduct risk management audits to review the participation of each Member City in the program; and

7. Perform other functions as required by the Board for the purpose of accomplishing the goals of this Agreement.

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ARTICLE XVIII

RESPONSIBILITIES OF MEMBER CITIES
The Member Cities have the following responsibilities:

1. Pay all financial obligations to the Authority within the time prescribed;

2. Appoint an individual to be responsible for coordinating the risk management activities of his/her Member City with the Authority;

3. Conduct its operations in a manner which enhances safety and loss control consistent with recommendations by Authority staff;

4. Carry out the duties and responsibilities as assigned or mandated by the Board of Directors and/or the Executive Committee which may include, but are not limited to, adherence to and/or adoption of policies and procedures, support of initiatives deemed necessary for the proper functioning of the Authority, and timely execution of tasks deemed necessary for the operation and governance of the Authority;

5. Report to the risk manager during the development stages the addition of new programs or the significant reduction or expansion of existing programs;

6. Permit and assist the Authority in conducting on-site safety and loss control inspections and/or safety or risk management audits as required by the Board;

7. Submit underwriting information requested by the Authority on a timely basis;

8. Provide accurate statistical data concerning the Member City to the Authority when requested;

9. Cooperate fully with the Authority in determining the cause of losses and in the settlement of losses;

10. Cooperate to the fullest extent with the Authority's Litigation Manager on matters of claims and the conduct of defense of claims; and

11. Comply with risk management requirements established under the authority of this Agreement.

ARTICLE XIX

WITHDRAWAL
Any Member City, at their sole discretion, may voluntarily withdraw from membership in the Authority only at the end of any fiscal year by notifying the Authority in writing six (6) months prior to the end of any fiscal year, or at any other time which is agreed to by the Board, unless otherwise prohibited in the Master Plan Document of any program. A notice of withdrawal shall be final and irreversible upon its receipt by the Authority unless the Board authorizes it to be rescinded by the Member City.

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ARTICLE XX

INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION
A Member City may be removed from this Agreement by a two-thirds (2/3rds) vote of the Board for non-compliance with any provision of the governing documents. Such involuntary termination shall proceed in accordance with the provisions set forth in the Bylaws.

ARTICLE XXI

CONTINUED LIABILITY
Upon any withdrawal or involuntary termination of a Member City, the said Member City shall continue to be responsible for any unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, and claims and for any debts and assessments in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, Resolutions, and the Master Plan Documents of Joint Protection Programs in which the Member City has participated.

ARTICLE XXII

REFUNDS UPON WITHDRAWAL OR INVOLUNTARY TERMINATION
In the event a Member City withdraws from the Authority or its membership is involuntarily terminated, said Member City shall thereafter be entitled to receive its unobligated share of monies held by the Authority, less any and all amounts owed the Authority whether contingent or not, by the said withdrawing or terminated Member City. The remainder of any funds held by the Authority for the withdrawing or terminating Member City subject to any retention amount as provided below, shall be the unobligated share and shall be refunded to the Member City and shall be accepted in full settlement and satisfaction against any claims the Member City may have against the Authority. The Authority shall require that sufficient funds are retained on deposit with the Authority to completely pay any and all unpaid insurance premiums, deposit premiums, surcharges, administration costs, or claims, including any amounts for unreported claims and maturity of claims against said withdrawing or terminating Member City, and the amount to be retained on deposit shall be determined by the Authority. Any and all rights, entitlements, benefits, and obligations after withdrawal or termination shall be subject to ongoing obligations and responsibilities agreed to by a Member City by agreeing to participate in any pooled Joint Protection Programs.

ARTICLE XXIII

TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY
The Authority may be terminated at any time if two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the then-Member Cities adopt a resolution requesting termination of the Authority; provided, however, that this Joint Powers Agreement and the Authority shall continue to exist for the purpose of disposing of all claims, concluding any pending litigations, for the liquidation and distribution of assets, and for all other functions necessary to conclude the affairs of the Authority.

Joint Powers Agreement Page 12 Amended and Restated July 1, 2025 The Board shall take whatever action is necessary or appropriate to cause these ongoing responsibilities to be discharged and to effectively close out the affairs of the Authority. Upon completion of the liquidation and dissolution of the Authority, the Authority shall pay to each city which was a member of the Authority at the time of termination its pro rata share based on a city's contribution to the Authority, as determined by an independent Certified Public Accountant which has audited the financial records of the Authority, of the remaining assets of the Authority and shall pay to each Member City all monies held by the Authority in the reserve funds of that Member City.

ARTICLE XXIV
AUDIT
The Authority shall obtain an annual certified audit of its accounts and financial records which shall be made by a Certified Public Accountant and shall conform to generally accepted auditing standards.

ARTICLE XXV

ARBITRATION
Any controversy between the parties hereto arising out of this Agreement shall be submitted to arbitration, and such arbitration shall comply with and be governed by the provisions of the California Arbitration Act, Sections 1280 through 1294.2 of the California Code of Civil Procedure.

ARTICLE XXVI

BINDING EFFECT OF BYLAWS, MASTER PLAN DOCUMENTS,

AND MEMORANDA OF COVERAGE
Each party to this Agreement by the execution hereof agrees to be bound by and to comply with all of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the Bylaws, the Master Plan Documents, Memoranda of Coverage, and any resolution adopted by the Authority, the Board of Directors, or the Executive Committee as they now exist or may hereafter be adopted or amended.

ARTICLE XXVII

ENFORCEMENT
The Authority is hereby granted authority to enforce this Agreement. In the event action is instituted by the Authority to enforce any term of this Agreement, the Bylaws, or the Master Plan Document of any program against any Member City, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney fees and costs incurred because of said action, in addition to other appropriate relief.

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ARTICLE XXVIII

AMENDMENTS
This Agreement may be amended by written resolution approved and signed by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the respective city councils of the Member Cities that are parties to this Agreement. Upon signature of any amendment by two-thirds (2/3rds) of the Member Cities, any Member City failing or refusing to abide by such amendment may be involuntarily terminated as a party to this Agreement as provided herein.

ARTICLE XXIX

NOTICES

Notices under this Agreement shall be sufficient if delivered to the office of the Clerk or Secretary of the respective jurisdictions.

ARTICLE XXX

COUNTERPARTS
This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts and shall be as fully effective as though executed in one document.

Dated:

MEMBER CITY
BY:

TO: Mayor Freddy Valdez and City Council Members
FROM: Michael Molina, Public Works Director
DATE:

SUBJECT: Public Works Staff Report
Water/Wastewater
Operations Department has been working on the following:

1. 2.

3. 4.

Streets
Streets Department has been working on the following:

1. 2.

3. 4.

July 21, 2025
Cleaning up alleys around town.

Patching pot holes on 12th Street and Nees.

Painting streets on the south side of town.

Repairing Walk ways at Rodeo Grounds for the bleachers.

Day to day operation of treatment plants.

Working on dog pound pad at sewer plant.

Assisting Contractor on Beehive storm drain pump.

Clean up around solar panels.

RETURN TO AGENDA
Parks
Parks Crew has been working on the following:

1. 2.

3. City Projects

1. 2.

3. 4.

Repairing Sprinklers at Parkers Park.

Painting announcer booth at Rodeo Grounds.

Repairing sprinklers at Dunkle Park
The P Street water/sewer line project is done.

Q Street storm drain construction has begun.

Had a delay in the VFD at Maldonado Park, per electrician it should be up and running normal week of 07/21/25.

Sweeper is moving along and will be sweeping again on 07/21/25.

City of Firebaugh Fire Department
Staff Report
To: Mayor and City Council Members
From: Hector Marin, Fire Battalion Chief
CC: Ben Gallegos, City Manager
Date: July 21, 2025 - Council Meeting
We have been preoccupied with summer school presentations over the past week. Summer Camp coordinated a visit to deliver a water safety presentation to the children. Additionally, we were contacted by the Bailey Summer School to arrange a field excursion to visit our new fire department. Our department members take great pride in showcasing our new fire department and apparatus, as well as expressing the significant progress we have made over the years.

Over the course of the year, our fire department has expanded its membership to 21 members and 7 cadets. This summer, Firefighter Anthony Paredes will attend Fresno City College's Fire Academy. For the past five years, Firefighter Paredes has volunteered with our fire department.

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