Agenda packet — Gonzales City Council, August 18, 2025

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 located at 147 Fourth Street, Gonzales, California, during normal business hours.

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A G E N D A

JOINT MEETING OF THE

GONZALES CITY COUNCIL AND

GONZALES SUCCESSOR AGENCY
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 117 FOURTH STREET
GONZALES, CA 93926
MONDAY, AUGUST 18, 2025
6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

1. ROLL CALL- City Council/Successor Agency
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair Liz Silva, Council/Agency Member Scott Funk, Council/Agency Member Lorraine Worthy, Council/Agency Member Maria Orozco, Mayor/Chair Jose L. Rios
Successor Agency Item

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PRESENTATIONS

2. Fire Department Ballot Measure Survey

3. Alliance on Aging Local Aging and Disabilities Action Plan

BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC

4. Business from the Public not on the Agenda; any member of the Public may address the Council/Agency for a period not to exceed two (2) minutes on any subject not on the Agenda.

The Council/Agency will listen to all communications but may take no action. *
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 located at 147 Fourth Street, Gonzales, California, during normal business hours.

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CONSENT AGENDA
All matters listed under the Consent Agenda are considered routine by the City Council and will be adopted by one action of the Council unless any Council Member has a question or wishes to make a statement or discuss an item. In that event, the Mayor will remove the item from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration.

5. Approve the Joint City Council and Successor Agency - Budget Meeting - August 4, 2025 Minutes

6. Approve City Accounts Payable Warrants #52439-52499

7. City Manager’s Report

8. Community Development Department Activity Report

9. Community Engagement & Recreation Departments Activity Report

10. Fire Department Activity Report

11. Police Department Activity Report

12. Public Works/City Engineer Department Activity Report

13. Consider Approval of Proclamation No. 2025-06 Proclaiming September 2025 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month and Honoring Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services

14. Consider Approval of Resolution No. 2025-65 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Authorizing the City Manager to Sign a Consultant Services Agreement Between the City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc., for Implementation of 6th Cycle Housing Element Programs

REGULAR AGENDA

15. Public Hearing to Consider Waiver of Second Reading, Read by Title Only, and Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving the New 6th Cycle Housing Element by Amending Title 12- (Zoning Regulations) with Associated Zoning Map and Zoning Regulation Text Changes, as Follows: Provisions in Chapter

12.08-Definitions, Chapter 12.20-Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48-Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56- Summary Of Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68-R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112-General Applications, and Chapter 12.120-Parking, and the Addition of New Chapter 12.54-Reasonable Accommodations, Chapter 12.110-AHO Affordable Housing Overlay, Chapter 12.154-Local Education Agency Lands, Chapter 12.156-Employee Housing, Chapter 12.158-Licensed Residential Care Facilities, and Chapter 12.160-Transitional and Supportive Housing, and Amending the Zoning Map to Comply with the General Plan a) Staff Report
b) Public Hearing
c) Council Discussion
d) Council Action
Staff Recommended Action-Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152

16. Public Hearing to Consider Approval of Resolution No. 2025-53, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving and Accepting the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071(d) and Renewing City of Gonzales Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709- Military Equipment” a) Staff Report
b) Public Hearing
c) Council Discussion
d) Council Action
Staff Recommended Action-Adopt Resolution No. 2025-53

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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 located at 147 Fourth Street, Gonzales, California, during normal business hours.

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BUSINESS FROM CITY COUNCIL

17. City Council Board/Committee Reports
a. League of California Cities Monterey Bay Division
b. Association of Monterey Bay Area Governments
c. Monterey Salinas Transit

18. Oral Communications

BUSINESS FROM CITY MANAGER

19. Oral Communications

ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at (831) 675-5000. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (CFR 35.102-

35.104 ADA Title II). This is a public meeting and as such, can be seen live by people present or online and is being recorded; therefore; anything you say or do here is public information. The recordings are available online.

I, Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk of the City of Gonzales, do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing Joint City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Agenda was posted at City Hall, Council Chambers, and on the City’s website by Thursday, August 14, 2025, at 5:00p.m. 08/14/25
Mary Villegas Date
Funded by the California Department of Aging (CDA)
Community Foundation of Monterey County (CFMC)
LADAP
Local Aging and Disabilities Action Plan
Presentation to the City of Gonzales
August 18, 2025
AGENDA
ITEM
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging 3 PROJECT AREA
North County: Aromas,
Castroville, Las Lomas, Moss
Landing, Pajaro, Prunedale and
Royal Oaks
Greater Salinas Area: Salinas
and surrounding area
South County: Arroyo Seco,
Bradley, Chualar, Gonzales,
Greenfield, King City, Lockwood,
San Ardo and Soledad
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging Domains of Livability
Adapted from the California Master Plan on Aging
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging LADAP Process
• Convened Advisory Council
• Conducted Asset Inventory • Conducted Community Assessment • Conducted Solutions Summits • Convened Work Groups • Created the LADAP *AARP Network of Age Friendly Cities & States
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging Priority Goal Recommendations
• Civic Participation
Establish a community-based group that reflects the diversity of each project area to spearhead increased interaction and communication with city/county representatives. • Employment
Create and distribute a resource list (guide) for older adults and individuals with disabilities in project areas so they have access information related to employment, education, training, and volunteer resources. Collaborate with key employment and training partners to ensure they meet the needs of older adults and people with disabilities. • Communication & Information
Develop a communication strategy that increases awareness, understanding and access to services, resources, and benefits that impact the lives of diverse older adults, people with disabilities, family members and caregivers, focusing on rural areas.

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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging • Disaster Preparedness & Services
By December 2025, develop a communications strategy for disaster preparedness and response pertaining to the aging and disability populations. (language, learning style, and grade level considerations)
• Health Services
Improve access to healthcare specialists in rural areas for older adults and people with disabilities, starting in South Monterey County. Long wait times for appointments and lack of transportation ists pose health risks and significant challenges in accessing necessary and timely healthcare. • Community Supports
Ensure the continuation of mobile models (i.e.SOCOS, NOCOS and SASOS) to positively impact isolation, access to resources, nutrition, health and wellness and overall quality of life for older adults, caregivers and people with disabilities.

Priority Goal Recommendations (cont.)
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging Priority Goal Recommendations (cont)
• Housing
To address the need for affordable housing for older adults and people with disabilities, promote the option of creating Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) for older adult homeowners, family members, caregivers, and prospective tenants. • Outdoor Spaces
To improve accessibility and safety for older adults and people with disabilities via sidewalk and traffic control repairs and improvements. Start with City of Salinas to model process for other areas. Throughout the LADAP community input process all communities have noted the condition of sidewalks specifically being an impediment.

While the issues are known by civic leaders, establishing a plan and priority for addressing them that meets the expectations of the community is difficult It is the objective of this recommendation to facilitate that process with LADAP community groups.

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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging Priority Goal Recommendations (cont.)
• Social Participation
Increase senior programming activities , social activities, walking, exercise and education • Transportation To improve community member’s transportation access to get to health care visits through education and collaboration with local health care providers and community support organizations in rural areas of Monterey County (North and South County).

Collaboration
across sectors
Increased
communication
that addresses
diverse needs
Maximizing
Resources
Civic and Social
Opportunities
Improved
access in
rural
communities
LADAP
Themes
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Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging Leadership Role
• Integrate LADAP into county decisions and policies that impact the lives of older adults & people with disabilities. • Promote and support civic participation opportunities for older adults and people with disabilities.
• Collaborate with the senior network and other
sectors in communicating information that benefit older adult and people with disabilities.

Thank you! Packet Pg. 12
Attachment: Alliance on Aging Powerpoint (3289 : Presentation - Alliance on Aging

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MINUTES

JOINT MEETING OF THE

GONZALES CITY COUNCIL AND

GONZALES SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2025
6:00 P.M.

CALL TO ORDER
The meeting was called to order at 6:00 PM by Mayor Jose L. Rios.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
The flag salute was recited by all present.

1. ROLL CALL
Attendee Name Title Status
Jose L. Rios Mayor/Chair Present
Liz Silva Mayor Pro Tem /Vice Chair Present
Scott Funk Council/Agency Member Present
Lorraine Worthy Council/Agency Member Present
Maria Orozco Council/Agency Member Present

STAFF PRESENT
City Manager Carmen Gil, City Attorney Michael F. Rodriquez, Finance Director Mike Howard (Via Zoom), Executive Assistant to the City Manager/Deputy City Clerk Mary Villegas, Administrative Assistant II Esthela Palmerin, Public Works Director/City Engineer Patrick Dobbins, Fire Chief Jason Muscio, and Police Chief Keith Wise.
* Successor Agency Item
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PUBLIC NOTICE
This meeting is being conducted consistent with State of California Executive Order N-29-20 dated March 17, 2020, regarding the COVID-19 pandemic. The public may participate in person or online via zoom at https://us06web.zoom.us/j/87020263943 or call 1 (669) 900-6833 and use Meeting ID: 870 2026 3943. If you wish to make either a general public comment or to comment on a specific agenda item, please use the Raise Hand function. You will be allowed three minutes for your comments.

BUSINESS FROM THE PUBLIC

2. Business from the Public not on the Agenda; any member of the Public may address the Council/Agency for a period not to exceed three minutes on any subject not on the Agenda. The Council/Agency will listen to all communications but may take no action.

Henry Martinez Sr. commented that an individual from the School District was being investigated.

Roman Barba complained about the conditions of the Streets Downtown Gonzales. He compared it to King City and the City of Soledad by mentioning how the two Cities were working on fixing their streets.

Henry Martinez Jr., via zoom, expressed his concerns about racism. He also wanted to let people know about an incident he had with the Police.

CONSENT AGENDA

3. Approve the Joint City Council & Successor Agency - Regular Meeting - July 21, 2025 Minutes

4. Approve City Accounts Payable Warrants #52330-52438

5. Consider Approval of Resolution No. 2025-63, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales awarding the 2025 Slurry Seal Project to Pavement Coatings Company, Rejecting Other Submitted Bids, And Authorizing and Directing City Staff to Execute a Contract with Pavement Coatings Company in the Amount of $240,000 which Includes a $13,500 Contingency for Unforeseen Field Conditions

6. Consider Approval of Resolution No. 2025-64, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Adopting a Traffic Calming Policy
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] Consent Agenda Items 3-6
MOVER: Maria Orozco, Council Member
SECONDER: Liz Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Jose L. Rios, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Maria Orozco, Scott Funk *
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REGULAR AGENDA

7. Public Hearing to Consider Approval of 1) Resolution No. 2025-51, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Determining that the Common Sense Exemption to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Applies to the Proposed 6th Cycle Housing Element, General Plan Land Use Text Amendment and Zoning Ordinance Text/Map Amendments as Supported by The Housing Element Update CEQA Exemption Technical Memorandum Prepared in February of 2025; 2) Resolution No. 2025-52, A Resolution of the City Council of The City of Gonzales Approving General Plan Amendment (GPA) 2025-01, Amending the Land Use Element of The General Plan, And Adopting The 2023-2031 Housing Element Update; and 3) Introduce, Waive First Reading, and Read by Title only Ordinance No. 2025–152, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gonzale Approving the New 6th Cycle Housing Element Update by Amending Title 12- (Zoning Regulations) with Associated Zoning Map And Zoning Regulation Text Changes, as Follows: Provisions In Chapter 12.08- Definitions, Chapter 12.20-Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48-Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56- Summary Of Zoning Districts And Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68-R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112-General Applications, and Chapter 12.120-Parking, and the Addition of New Chapter 12.54-Reasonable Accommodations, Chapter 12.110-Aho Affordable Housing Overlay, Chapter 12.154-Local Education Agency Lands, Chapter 12.156-Employee Housing, Chapter 12.158-Licensed Residential Care Facilities, and Chapter 12.160-Transitional and Supportive Housing, and Amending the Zoning Map to Comply with the General Plan Staff Report: Community Development Director Kinison Brown presented the staff report via PowerPoint which consisted of Housing Element Contents, AMBAG RHNA Summary, Capacity to meet the 6th Cycle RHNA, Available Sites, General Plan Land Use Amendment, Rezone to Meet the RHNA (Program HE- 1.1.4) Zoning Text Amendments, Environmental Review- Exemption, Project Schedule, and Recommendation.

Mayor Rios opened the public hearing at 6:39pm.

Public Hearing: Henry Martinez Sr. shared the concerns of building residential homes in industrial areas. He shared how some areas in Salinas had become an issue due to building residential homes in industrial zones.

Roman Barba shared his experience working near a residential area. He said there was always someone getting in trouble or there was something stolen. He did not recommend building homes in a commercial zone.

Henry Martinez Jr. via zoom, agreed with the ability to provide more housing in the City, but to build in the right areas and follow regulations.

Mayor Rios closed the public hearing at 6:43pm.

Council Discussion: Council Member Orozco shared she received feedback from the residents regarding the Planning Commission meeting and the residents were pleased to be able to have such information translated. They felt more aware of the building process and how long it took to process permits.

Mayor Pro Tem Silva asked who policed the Housing Element and asked if there were other agencies that oversaw the reports and statistics.

Community Development Director Kinison Brown explained that he oversaw these types of reports and sent them off to the State.

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Mayor Pro Tem Silva asked how the grading took place and the reports sent to the State.

Council Member Funk explained AMBAG was one of the many agencies to report to the State.

City Manager Gil mentioned this was another way for the State to hold onto funding that the City could be eligible for.

Mayor Rios talked about Alpine Camp. He asked if their sewer failed and if we connect it to our systems, do we get to count them as part of the City.

Public Works Director Dobbins responded there were 19 dwelling units there now and his opinion was that the City wouldn’t get to connect them because this was for new dwelling units, and what we have now is LAFCo’s out of boundary service authorization.

RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] Resolution No. 2025-51
MOVER: Liz Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Scott Funk, Council Member
AYES: Jose L. Rios, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Maria Orozco Scott Funk RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] Resolution No. 2025-52
MOVER: Liz Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Scott Funk, Council Member
AYES: Jose L. Rios, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Maria Orozco, Scott Funk RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS] Introduced Ordinance No. 2025-152 MOVER: Liz Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
SECONDER: Lorraine Worthy, Council Member
AYES: Jose L. Rios, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Maria Orozco, Scott Funk

BUSINESS FROM CITY COUNCIL

8. City Council Board/Committee Reports
a. Transportation Agency for Monterey County
Mayor Rios said they went dark in July.
b. Mayor Selection Committee
Mayor Rios mentioned the committee had guest speaker Supervisor Lopez about the tax issue, and the distribution of the checks to the people affected by the tax error would be done in late September.
c. Salinas Valley Recycles
Mayor Pro Tem Silva announced they went dark in July and announced the next meeting on August 21st at 6:00pm in the Council Chambers. She also mentioned that the General Manager Patrick Mathews announced his retirement by the end of the year. d. Measure K Oversight Committee
Council Member Worthy notified the public of the upcoming meeting on August 26th and mentioned that she wanted to include a youth member to the committee.

9. Oral Communications
Council Member Worthy shared that her and Council Member Funk met with the youth commissioners. She also warned everyone about the new school year starting soon and for all to watch the road for students.

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Mayor Pro Tem Silva mentioned she visited the new office for Supervisor Lopez in King City and was there for their grand opening. She also mentioned the Salinas Hall of Fame was going to be having a ceremony and the Gonzales Spartans would be recognized in that ceremony. She also announced the Monterey County Fair was going to start soon and Car Week as well.

Council Member Orozco announced the Rotary Golf Tournament was going to take place on Saturday, August 9th.

Mayor Rios mentioned that there was an issue with the residents dumping garbage on other properties’ dumpsters. He asked the Public Works Director to monitor the situation. He also mentioned that PG&E was going to do some work on River Road. He asked the Police Department to be more aware of big trucks passing through town. He shared that Supervisor Lopez was going to fund a sign in the City and asked City Manager Gil and Public Works Director Dobbins to follow up with him. He asked if it was possible to ban plastic bags and water bottles. He asked the Police Department to watch for traffic on August 7th, due to kids going back to school.

BUSINESS FROM CITY MANAGER

10. Oral Communications
City Manager Gil announced that for the next meeting the City was going to have two visitors, Joe Matthews from Los Angeles and Bruno Kaufmann, from Sweden who were putting a publication together where City of Gonzales will be mentioned. She announced the upcoming Movie Night at the pool on Friday, August 8th.

Public Works Director Dobbins reported on the Fifth Street Truck Ban project, and said we received one bid that was over budget. He also mentioned the City received additional funding from TAMC for the project, and TAMC will present the staff report at the October meeting. He also said that the State visited the Treatment Plant to do an inspection and had good feedback.

He mentioned they were able to recognize the updates done to the plant.

Council Member Worthy asked Public Works Director Dobbins if there were no surprises from us like last year that affected some crops around the area.

Public Works Director Dobbins responded that the contractor would be digging new disposal pits during the next few months to prevent that from occurring.

Police Chief Wise notified about the National Night Out on August 5th, from 6:00pm -8:00pm.

He also mentioned that the trucks were always banned from passing through residential areas and that they cited individuals when they see them pass by, even if there are no signs up.

CLOSED SESSION
Any member of the public may address the Council on a closed session item appearing on the agenda.

Speakers shall have a limited time of two (2) minutes. Please be brief and to the point.

There was none.

11. The City Council will recess to closed session to consider personnel matters pursuant to Government Code Section 54957(B)(1) - City Manager Evaluation.

The Council concluded the City Manager’s evaluation. No other reportable action taken.

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ADJOURNMENT
RESULT: APPROVED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Scott Funk, Council Member
SECONDER: Liz Silva, Mayor Pro Tem
AYES: Jose L. Rios, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Maria Orozco, Scott Funk The meeting was adjourned at 8:15 PM.

ATTEST:
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Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
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Check Report
Gonzales, CA By Check Number
Date Range: 07/30/2025 - 08/11/2025
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Discount Amount Payment Type Payment Amount Number Payable # Post Date Payable Description Payable Amount Payable Type Discount Amount Bank Code: POOL-MECHANICS-POOL-MECHANICS BANK
PWDUES CA PROFESSIONAL EMPLOYEES AFL-CIO 08/01/2025 52439 Regular 0.00 285.60 INV0000700 Invoice 08/01/2025 PW UNION DUES 285.60 0.00 CALPERS RET CAL PERS RETIREMENT SYSTEM 08/01/2025 52440 Regular 0.00 30,856.37 INV0000690 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS CITY COUNCIL 14.00 0.00 INV0000691 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS MISC EMPLOYEE 1,379.66 0.00 INV0000692 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS SAFETY EMPLOYEE 1,980.17 0.00 INV0000694 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS PEPRA MISC EMPLOYER 4,450.22 0.00 INV0000695 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS PEPRA MISC EMPLOYEE 4,332.57 0.00 INV0000696 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS PEPRA SAFETY EMPLOYER 6,005.79 0.00 INV0000697 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS PEPRA SAFETY EMPLOYEE 5,883.27 0.00 INV0000698 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS MISC EMPLOYER 2,076.83 0.00 INV0000699 Invoice 08/01/2025 PERS SAFETY EMPLOYER 4,733.86 0.00 **Void** 08/01/2025 52441 Regular 0.00 0.00
**Void** 08/01/2025 Regular 0.00 0.00 52442
GONZPOA GONZALES POLICE OFFICERS ASSOCIATION 08/01/2025 Regular 0.00 550.00 52443 INV0000693 Invoice 08/01/2025 POA UNION DUES 550.00 0.00 FIREDUES GONZALES PROFESSIONAL FIREFIGHTERS ASSOC 08/01/2025 Regular 0.00 98.12 52444 INV0000683 Invoice 08/01/2025 FIRE UNION DUES 98.12 0.00 PARS JOHN HANCOCK USA 08/01/2025 52445 Regular 0.00 2,225.24 INV0000689 Invoice 08/01/2025 CITIBANK-PARS CONTRACT # 86360 2,225.24 0.00 ICMA MISSION SQUARE 08/01/2025 52446 Regular 0.00 5,341.48 INV0000678 Invoice 08/01/2025 457 LOAN PAYMENT 927.81 0.00 INV0000686 Invoice 08/01/2025 457 ICMA DEFERRED COMP 4,413.67 0.00 STANDARD STANDARD INSURANCE COMPANY 08/01/2025 52447 Regular 0.00 998.75 INV0000687 Invoice 08/01/2025 BASIC LIFE - EMPLOYER 998.75 0.00 4343 4LEAF, INC. 08/01/2025 52448 Regular 0.00 13,584.04 J3539Y Invoice 06/30/2025 Bldg. Dept Services 11,544.04 0.00 J4159G-Insp Invoice 06/30/2025 Community Center Inspection Services 1,250.00 0.00 J4159L-Insp Invoice 06/30/2025 Plan Review & Inspection Services - Comm… 790.00 0.00 4362 AGILE OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE PC 08/01/2025 52449 Regular 0.00 180.00 EM048367 Invoice 06/30/2025 Pre-Employment Physical 180.00 0.00 108 AIRGAS 08/01/2025 52450 Regular 0.00 227.11
5517726522 Invoice 06/30/2025 Fire Dept. 139.86 0.00
5517726685 Invoice 06/30/2025 Fire Dept. 87.25 0.00
3228 HARRIS & ASSOCIATES, INC. 08/01/2025 52451 Regular 0.00 2,301.25 68397 Invoice 06/30/2025 Roadway Rehab 4th & Alta 2,301.25 0.00 JJHVIOLINI JJ&H VIOLINI 08/01/2025 52452 Regular 0.00 8,400.60 030525 Invoice 06/30/2025 IW Pipeline Easements 8,400.60 0.00 4381 JOHN F. OTTO, INC. 08/01/2025 52453 Regular 0.00 575,629.88 2321700.23 Invoice 06/30/2025 Progress Payment June 575,629.88 0.00 470 MONTEREY COUNTY EMERGENCY COMMUNICA 08/01/2025 Regular 0.00 1,694.00 52454 CTYA&W2025-05 Invoice 06/30/2025 County of Monterey Alert & Warning Syst… 1,694.00 0.00 3787 NEW SV MEDIA 08/01/2025 52455 Regular 0.00 645.39
AGENDA
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Attachment: Warrants #52439-52499 (3345 : Approve City Accounts Payable Warrants #52439-52499) Check Report Date Range: 07/30/2025 - 08/11/2025
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Discount Amount Payment Type Payment Amount Number Payable # Post Date Payable Description Payable Amount Payable Type Discount Amount 146842 Invoice 06/30/2025 Public Notice For Housing Element 645.39 0.00 91 P. G. & E. 08/01/2025 52456 Regular 0.00 19,078.39
071425 Invoice 06/30/2025 PG&E Pool 1,654.93 0.00
071525 Invoice 06/30/2025 Electricity 600.72 0.00
071525B Invoice 06/30/2025 Electricity 1,130.58 0.00
071525C Invoice 06/30/2025 Electricity 169.53 0.00
071525D Invoice 06/30/2025 Electricity 161.61 0.00
071525E Invoice 06/30/2025 Electricity 2,986.99 0.00
071725 Invoice 06/30/2025 PG&E 12,374.03 0.00
2979 SALINAS VALLEY PRO SQUAD 08/01/2025 52457 Regular 0.00 1,584.10 714 Invoice 06/30/2025 Uniforms 163.86 0.00
717 Invoice 06/30/2025 Uniforms 1,420.24 0.00
3894 SCHAAF & WHEELER, CONSULTING Civil Enginee 08/01/2025 52458 Regular 0.00 225.00 41587 Invoice 06/30/2025 Well 6 Harmonic Filter Service 225.00 0.00 2879 SKINNER EQUIPMENT REPAIR ATTN: TIMOTHY C 08/01/2025 52459 Regular 0.00 919.21 12717 Invoice 06/30/2025 Fire Dept. 919.21 0.00
3670 T-MOBILE 08/01/2025 52460 Regular 0.00 1,008.44
June25 Invoice 06/30/2025 Phones June 2025 1,008.44 0.00 3615 WINZER FRANCHISE COMPANY 08/01/2025 52461 Regular 0.00 344.37 3425462 Invoice 06/30/2025 Police Fleet 344.37 0.00
CASILLASA ABRAHAM CASILLAS 08/01/2025 52462 Regular 0.00 425.50 081525 Invoice 08/01/2025 PC 832 Arrest & Control 425.50 0.00 4362 AGILE OCCUPATIONAL MEDICINE PC 08/01/2025 52463 Regular 0.00 260.00 EM048997 Invoice 08/01/2025 Pre-Employment Medical 260.00 0.00 2 ALL - SAFE ALARMS 08/01/2025 52464 Regular 0.00 460.00 89855 Invoice 08/01/2025 Monthly Monitoring 460.00 0.00 JAV ANA RUEDA DE VIDALES 08/01/2025 52465 Regular 0.00 447.98 25-0413 Invoice 08/01/2025 Housing Element Interpretation @ Public … 447.98 0.00 2830 AT&T 08/01/2025 52466 Regular 0.00 117.70
July 2025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Utilities 117.70 0.00
3168 AUTOZONE INC. 08/01/2025 52467 Regular 0.00 230.96 05509933774 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 142.47 0.00 05509936186 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 88.49 0.00 3831 CAL COAST AUTOMOTIVE REPAIR & SMOG 08/01/2025 52468 Regular 0.00 370.00 608 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 370.00 0.00
770 CARLOS ALBERTO ESQUIVEL JACOB'S MAINTENA 08/01/2025 52469 Regular 0.00 100.00 072025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Janitorial 100.00 0.00
4365 CECILIO T. NAVARRO 08/01/2025 52470 Regular 0.00 305.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Umpire Payment 305.00 0.00
CORONAC CIRILA CORONA 08/01/2025 52471 Regular 0.00 50.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Duplicate Prop. Pay 159 Belden St. 50.00 0.00 1821 CSK AUTO, INC. 08/01/2025 52472 Regular 0.00 922.57 072325 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 166.41 0.00
3566-256971 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 205.94 0.00 3566-258148 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 50.43 0.00 3566-258317 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 278.49 0.00 3566-258320 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 47.83 0.00 3566-258356 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 43.48 0.00 Packet Pg. 20
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Discount Amount Payment Type Payment Amount Number Payable # Post Date Payable Description Payable Amount Payable Type Discount Amount 3566-258359 Credit Memo 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint -48.05 0.00 3566-258372 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 178.04 0.00 3028 D & J TIRE SERVICE 08/01/2025 52473 Regular 0.00 167.00 16950 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 167.00 0.00
4354 DARREL VARNI ELECTRIC, INC 08/01/2025 52474 Regular 0.00 1,865.54 2505-2 Invoice 08/01/2025 Replace Light On Elevated Tank 1,865.54 0.00 198 DOOLEY ENTERPRISES, INC. 08/01/2025 52475 Regular 0.00 3,492.92 70327 Invoice 08/01/2025 Ammo 3,492.92 0.00
2260 FRANCISCO VALLADAREZ 08/01/2025 52476 Regular 0.00 200.00 073125 Invoice 08/01/2025 Boot Reimbursement 2025 200.00 0.00 3274 GONZALES ACE HARDWARE INC. 08/01/2025 52477 Regular 0.00 383.91 039744/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Repairs / Maint 8.87 0.00
039752/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Maint 49.83 0.00
039805/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Maint 72.79 0.00
039813/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Repair Cart 71.62 0.00
039814/3 Credit Memo 08/01/2025 Repair Cart Return -2.89 0.00 039954/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Maint 19.81 0.00
039957/3 Credit Memo 08/01/2025 Maint -9.91 0.00
039977/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Tools 20.65 0.00
040016/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Park Maint 21.65 0.00
040027/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Park Maint 74.34 0.00
040048/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Light Bulbs 12.39 0.00
040116/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Field Paint 11.35 0.00
040122/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Irregation Maint 14.02 0.00 040124/3 Invoice 08/01/2025 Elecrical Connections 19.39 0.00 3477 GONZALES TIRE & AUTO SUPPLY 08/01/2025 52478 Regular 0.00 26.19 99911 Invoice 08/01/2025 Pool Propane 26.19 0.00
342 GRAINGER, INC. 08/01/2025 52479 Regular 0.00 444.71 9576673314 Invoice 08/01/2025 Wire To Hang Netting 444.71 0.00 1102 HYDRO TURF, INC 08/01/2025 52480 Regular 0.00 1,714.77 I804866 Invoice 08/01/2025 Irrigation Repair 538.85 0.00 I804867 Invoice 08/01/2025 Irrigation Repair 622.68 0.00 I804989 Invoice 08/01/2025 Maint 553.24 0.00
CAMACHOJ JACQUILINE CAMACH 08/01/2025 52481 Regular 0.00 230.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Flag Football Referee 230.00 0.00 3619 JAIME VASQUEZ 08/01/2025 52482 Regular 0.00 159.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Class for Level 2 Operators 159.00 0.00 202 KEITH WISE 08/01/2025 52483 Regular 0.00 1,309.91
073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Computer Loan 1,309.91 0.00
72 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE 08/01/2025 52484 Regular 0.00 802.10 524245541 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 169.77 0.00
524245542 Invoice 08/01/2025 Mission Linen 95.80 0.00
524245544 Invoice 08/01/2025 City Hall Mats 56.11 0.00
524245546 Invoice 08/01/2025 Fire Towels 114.21 0.00
524299740 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 209.45 0.00
524299743 Invoice 08/01/2025 Mats 56.11 0.00
524299744 Invoice 08/01/2025 Fire Towels 100.65 0.00
2525 MY JEEP CHRYSLER DODGE 08/01/2025 52485 Regular 0.00 222.87 264911 Invoice 08/01/2025 Vehicle Maint 222.87 0.00
3787 NEW SV MEDIA 08/01/2025 52486 Regular 0.00 665.76
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Discount Amount Payment Type Payment Amount Number Payable # Post Date Payable Description Payable Amount Payable Type Discount Amount 148611 Invoice 08/01/2025 Public Notice 665.76 0.00
CUEVASN NOEL CUEVAS REYES 08/01/2025 52487 Regular 0.00 195.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Flag Football Referee 195.00 0.00 91 P. G. & E. 08/01/2025 52488 Regular 0.00 35,339.37
072425 Invoice 08/01/2025 Utilities 34,679.34 0.00
072425 B Invoice 08/01/2025 PG & E 660.03 0.00
4356 PETER AGUILAR JR. 08/01/2025 52489 Regular 0.00 400.00 073025 Invoice 08/01/2025 Umpire Payment 400.00 0.00
125 RAIN FOR RENT 08/01/2025 52490 Regular 0.00 14,758.68 2166157 Invoice 08/01/2025 Work @ WWTP 888.42 0.00
2169892 Invoice 08/01/2025 WWTP 13,870.26 0.00
4092 RAZZO LINK, INC. RAZZOLINK 08/01/2025 52491 Regular 0.00 109.95 435978 Invoice 08/01/2025 Backup Internet 109.95 0.00
2979 SALINAS VALLEY PRO SQUAD 08/01/2025 52492 Regular 0.00 6,660.45 752 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniform 3,362.41 0.00
758 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 356.11 0.00
763 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 900.12 0.00
764 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 1,420.24 0.00
767 Invoice 08/01/2025 Uniforms 621.57 0.00
2449 SMITH & ENRIGHT LANDSCAPING, INC. 08/01/2025 52493 Regular 0.00 775.00 2164 Invoice 08/01/2025 Repairs 775.00 0.00
2673 SPECTRUM Charter Communications 08/01/2025 52494 Regular 0.00 1,199.00 170000701072125 Invoice 08/01/2025 Internet 1,199.00 0.00 4456 SWIFT TECTONICS, INC. 08/01/2025 52495 Regular 0.00 30,058.14 7042 Invoice 08/01/2025 WWTP Grading 30,058.14 0.00
3670 T-MOBILE 08/01/2025 52496 Regular 0.00 1,005.81
July 25 Invoice 08/01/2025 Phones 1,005.81 0.00
3410 ULINE, INC. 08/01/2025 52497 Regular 0.00 286.66
195025074 Invoice 08/01/2025 Dog Waste Bags 286.66 0.00 3347 UNDERGROUND SERVICE ALERT OF NORTHERN 08/01/2025 52498 Regular 0.00 300.00 2025116626 Invoice 08/01/2025 USA Alert Membership 300.00 0.00 2919 WAGEWORKS 08/01/2025 52499 Regular 0.00 50.00
INV8066267 Invoice 08/01/2025 Compliance Fees 50.00 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000134 Bank Draft 0.00 25,552.02 INV0000703 Invoice 08/01/2025 SOCIAL SECURITY WITHHOLDING 25,552.02 0.00 EDD EMPLOYMENT DEVELOPMENT DEPT. State of Ca 08/01/2025 DFT0000135 Bank Draft 0.00 7,675.90 INV0000704 Invoice 08/01/2025 CA STATE WITHHOLDING 7,675.90 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000136 Bank Draft 0.00 18,709.89 INV0000705 Invoice 08/01/2025 PAYROLL FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS 18,709.89 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000137 Bank Draft 0.00 5,975.86 INV0000706 Invoice 08/01/2025 MEDICARE WITHHOLDING 5,975.86 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000138 Bank Draft 0.00 144.66 INV0000707 Invoice 08/01/2025 SOCIAL SECURITY WITHHOLDING 144.66 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000139 Bank Draft 0.00 1.27 INV0000708 Invoice 08/01/2025 PAYROLL FEDERAL WITHHOLDINGS 1.27 0.00 IRS INTERNAL REVENUE SERVICE 08/01/2025 DFT0000140 Bank Draft 0.00 33.84 Packet Pg. 22
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Discount Amount Payment Type Payment Amount Number Payable # Post Date Payable Description Payable Amount Payable Type Discount Amount INV0000709 Invoice 08/01/2025 MEDICARE WITHHOLDING 33.84 0.00 Regular Checks
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All Bank Codes Check Summary
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Attachment: Warrants #52439-52499 (3345 : Approve City Accounts Payable Warrants #52439-52499) Finally on April 27th we celebrated a day that so many of us have been waiting for – the groundbreaking of the Dennis and Janice Caprara Community Center Complex. The day was In July 4th was another one for the books in Gonzales. It was filled with laughter and joy and the community coming together at the Gonzales Rotary’s 4th of July event held at Central Park. Our Kid Power summer camp and the pool summer activities have been a hit with a series of Movie Nights being held on Fridays, bringing out over 70 people to join in the fun. Our Kid Power program students even got to learn how to build remote-controlled cars thanks to grant funding provided by the Nancy Buck Ransom Foundation. The students had a great time building their cars and racing each other. They also got to use 3D pens to build fun items like flowers below and the Eiffel Tower.

In July, one of our precious landmarks, the Gonzales Water Tower, got a much needed facelift. Did you know that
cleaning it is quiet a feat? It has to be cleaned by a
professional company whose staff must also coordinate with the wirelss attena carriers as there are two up there.

Dennis and Janice Caprara Commuinity Center Complex
If you have not had a chance to drive past the new Center recently, you are missing out! The project is well on its way to completion, with about 75% done. Partners from different organizations are visitng it and are working with staff to envision a plan for future programming. With a successful paver campaign, staff is now on working to fundraise for Phase II of the Center.

City of Gonzales
City Manager Report
July 2025
June 2023
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Attachment: City Manager Report - July 2025 (3346 : City Manager Report AGENDA
ITEM
7 Housing Projects
Staff is busy working on multiple housing projects with developers who are interested in developing in our community. The Vista Lucia Housing Project is being prepared and will be presented to the City Council shortly for consideration.

Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant
The Industrial Wastewater Treatment Plant Project is currently under construction. The pipeline was completed in late June, and the work on the Treatment Facility began on July 21st. It is estimated to take 20 months to fully complete.

Infrastructure Improvements
$250,000 worth of improvements will be made possible along Fifth Street by funding generated through TAMC for the Safe Routes to Schools Program. Currently, TL Engineering is working on preparing alternatives that will then be reviewed and approved by the City for implementation.

Fourth Street will also be seeing some upgrades soon. We will start with a slurry seal project along the 100 block of Fourth Street this Fall, between Center and Belden Streets, and then go into more intense work on the 400 block of Fourth Street and the adjacent first two blocks of Alta Minor in the Winter. More information on the project will be forthcoming.

Save the Date
Senior Programming September 11th Art Class at Fairview Middle School in the PRC Room B from 10:00am-11:00am
Chair Yoga every Tuesday in September at the Taylor Farms Clinic from 9:00am-10:00am

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Attachment: City Manager Report - July 2025 (3346 : City Manager Report - July 2025) City of Gonzales

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Taven Kinison Brown, Community Development Director THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Community Development Department Activity Report

HOUSING
The Housing Element was approved by the City Council on Monday August 4, 2025, and implementation ordinances (Zoning Code enhancements) are on this agenda for a second reading. The ordinances will be operational 30 days following the action and will bring the City of Gonzales fully compliant with state housing regulations.

A separate item on the consent agenda is a consultant services contract with Placeworks Inc. to develop the new implementation programs for the 6th Cycle Housing Element. Placeworks’ assistance to the city is being paid through our REAP 2.0 Grant administered through AMBAG.

The Vista Lucia Specific Plan has one more City of Gonzales public hearing anticipated before moving to LAFCo.

ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT
Staff is shaping a Shop Local Awareness Program to highlight the existing businesses and services in the community. Staff has also begun a new regular practice of personally visiting each active business in the City of Gonzales to foster improved communications with City Hall, and to directly bring City information to businesses. Staff is listening very carefully to learn how we can be of better assistance to our business community.

Freeway Electronic Sign. PG&E schedules for bringing a smaller pole-mounted transformer to the site have delayed an anticipated groundbreaking press-event for the new freeway-oriented billboard sign that will be erected west of Hwy 101. October may be the soonest we can expect it, according to the sign company.

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Zoning Code Enhancements for the Industrial District. To leverage economic development and increased investment in our Industrial District, staff is preparing to amend the Conditional and Permitted uses table for industrial area land uses in the City Code. Items under consideration include:
• Recreational Vehicle, Equipment Storage and Ministorage uses to support decongestion of public streets and residential areas by providing legal, designated storage areas, potentially improving neighborhood visual and traffic conditions elsewhere in the City. • Retail uses that are business and resident serving, which are compatible with the mixed industrial-commercial character, and unlikely to generate adverse environmental effects. • Medical services, such as may be characterized by an “Urgent Care” facility that would complement industrial safety, without need for travel elsewhere. • Caretaker or live/work dwelling units attached or detached. Would allow assured on-site security with immediate response. Strengthens business models by deterring vandalism and theft.

BUILDING DIVISION ACTIVITY
From July 1, 2025, to July 30, 2025, the City issued 11 permits for water heaters, reroofs and photovoltaic work associated with solar installations, and demolition permits to remove and recycle old labor camp structures on Alta west of the tracks.. The estimated value of improvements was $150,357.

CODE ENFORCEMENT
The City continues to meet with property owners, inspect potential violations and start documentation to progress to remedies. No new cases were opened in July, and four have been resolved. Present cases involve operational and nonoperational vehicles in yards, and garbage and furniture in yards.

PLANNING DIVISION ACTIVITY
A Site Plan application (PL2025-00004) from Ace Hardware has been received to move the existing store on 5th Street to a vacant underutilized 4.17-acre parcel on Alpine Drive in the Industrial District and to provide additional services to the public. Ace proposes a hardware store with typical hardware sales, lumber, plants, paint and tools, and will offer self-storage to the public and will also offer large vehicle and RV storage. The property would be secured with a Caretaker Unit providing 24-hour onsite security.

Formal landscaping and grounds keeping will occur and the proposed self-storage area will be enclosed with a solid CMU privacy/security fence.

CITY BUSINESS LICENSES
Through the end of July, City staff has completed the record keeping for the annual business license renewals required of business who serve the City. Staff has refreshed departmental practices and record keeping approaches and are utilizing the new software program previously purchased by the City. Two hundred thirty-eight (238) business licenses for fiscal 2025-2026 have been renewed or newly issued - of which 28 of those are business which previously were not working in the City of Gonzales or were operating without a business license.

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City of Gonzales

CITY MANAGER DEPARTMENT

STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Community Engagement & Recreation Departments Activity Report Current Events
Kid Power
• Kid Power Summer Camp continued through the month of July, and during week three, we had the students create art using the 3D pens we were able to purchase through the Nancy Buck Ransom Foundation grant. The kids had fun being creative and putting together things such as glasses, an Eiffel Tower, and McDonald's French Fries.
• During week four, Public Works visited and talked about what they do for the City. Public Works also took us out to see a few of the different vehicles they use and what they do. One of the highlights of having different departments meet with the kids, is they continue to greet them when they see them around town and some even know them by name. • In week five, we received a visit from Sara who works for Salinas Valley Recycles. Sara spoke to the kids about how to recycle properly, and she also played games with them followed by AGENDA
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showing them a video of the landfill, as well as explaining the purpose of the landfill. The kids had lots of questions for her and enjoyed her visit.
• In week six, we received a visit from the local nonprofit, Save the Whales, who brought a lifesize blow-up whale named Dee! The kids were able to explore the inside of the whale and learn about the anatomy of it. Save the Whales also set up numerous tables that the kids were able to visit and learn about different topics such as preventing pollution in the ocean, and why it's important to make sure we clean up our trash and throw things away. The Gonzale Tribune also paid us a visit and released an article featuring Kid Power and Save the Whales. • Week seven marked the conclusion of our Summer Camp, and we wrapped up the season with a variety of fun activities. The theme for the week was “Water Week,” which included dress-up days, a waterslide, baby pools, and water balloon games. On our final day, we visited the Gonzales swimming pool and hosted a barbecue. We were happy to have members of the Fire Department, Police Department, Public Works, and the pool team join us for a lunch with the kids. It was a memorable way to close out both the month of July and the camp season. We’re already looking forward to doing it all again next year! City Sports League
• Youth Flag football had their picture day on July 9th. Lots of happy faces and wonderful smiles.

Our last games were on Wednesday, July 23rd for ages 5-7; and on Friday, July 25th for ages 8-14.

Each player received a certificate of participation and a flag football medal to keep. It was a fast and fun season.

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• Adult co-ed softball season ended with our championship games on Monday, July 28th and Tuesday July 29th. Our “C” division top two teams, Ball Busters and Big Little Leaguers, competed on Monday the 28th for the championship. Big Little Leaguers took the win by one point, 11-10. What a game! Our “A” division top two teams, Balls Deep and Bad News Beers, competed on Tuesday for the championship. Balls Deep took the win. Unfortunately, the other team was missing a couple of players, and it cost them. For our “B” division championship game against Hit a Pitch and Sandlot Ballers, Sandlot Ballers could not make it to the game so Hit a Pitch took the win by default. It was an incredibly fun and busy season. We had a total of 54 games this summer. It went by fast.
• Youth soccer registration is going well but slow. So far, we have a total of 70 registered participants and 7 volunteer coaches. Last season, we had a total of 178 participants. Our season will start with assessments on the 26th and 28th. Hopefully, our numbers will rise before then. • Our Adult co-ed volleyball league registration started on July 31st. Our season starts in November and goes until December 19th. Last season, we had 12 teams and 3 divisions. I am confident we will have about the same this year.

Recreation/Community Engagement
• For the month of July, we continued hosting our senior classes in collaboration with Alliance on Aging. Classes included Chair Yoga, Art, and Cooking. The participation numbers vary between 8-15 attendees. We continue to advertise the classes in hopes that we can increase our class size to at least 20 participants.

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• Staff, along with the Fire Chief, have been working on setting up the City’s Emergency Alert System. One of the first tasks is to set up the City’s page on the Everbridge system that will serve as the landing page for our community. Contacts have begun to be added to the listserv, and we plan to begin conducting outreach to start promoting the Alert System soon so that we can get as many people registered as possible.

Aquatics
• We hosted a Movie Night on Friday, July 25th and had a showing of The Sandlot. We have plans to continue with Friday Night Movies as they are quite a hit. • For the month of July, we hosted eight Pool Party Reservations, with some of the reservations also paying the additional request for the BBQ Pit or for additional guests, bringing in a total of $3,595 in revenue.

Gonzales Youth Council
• The Gonzales Youth Council went through their Summer Training on July 23rd – 25th, and July 30th- August 1st. The students had the opportunity to meet with City Council Members, and City Departments. The students were also given an overview of Local Government and started planning their recruitment plan for the 2025-2026 school year. • The students concluded their training on August 1st and received a tour of the Community Center, followed by a small celebratory lunch at the park, and a chance to sit down and talk to former GYC Alumni, Magaly Santos. Magaly shared her experience as Youth Commissioner, and how being in the GYC was a pivotal moment in her life and opened doors and opportunities for her.

Magaly currently holds a B.S. in Environmental Economics and Policy and is now pursuing her M.S. in Environmental Management at the University of San Francisco.

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• As of now, their recruitment plan includes having GYC applications open through the end of August with the goal of having their full Youth Council by the first week of September.

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City of Gonzales

FIRE DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Jason Muscio, Fire Chief
THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Fire Department Activity Report

RESPONSES
There were 66 calls for service during the month of July, bringing the year-to-date total to 492.

Breakdown of calls is as follows: 1 Structure fire, 2 vehicle fires, 4 vegetation fires, 1 trash fire (discarded fireworks), 38 EMS calls including vehicle accidents, 3 hazardous materials incidents, 6 service calls, 1 illegal backyard burn, 6 false alarms, and 4 calls cancelled en route. The structure fire took place in the Rural District and was combined with a five-acre grass fire. The other vegetation fires and the two vehicle fires all took place in the riverbed West of Corda Road. Mutal aid was provided to us by neighboring departments 6 times during the month, and the department provided mutual aid twice.

STAFFING
All full-time positions are filled. We have one Firefighter that has been out on family care leave for the entire month, and his shifts are currently being covered with overtime. We have one active Volunteer Firefighter, one applicant that is currently in process, and is expected to start in early August.

TRAINING
Training for the month was mostly focused on introductory training and basic skills evolutions with our two new Full-time Firefighters. All crews continued mandatory EMS skills refresher training.

EQUIPMENT
All apparatus are in service. Minor repairs are needed to both type 1 engines and the water tender. Those repairs will be scheduled as time allows.

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PREVENTION
Regular business and residential rental inspections continued to be conducted. During the evening of the 4 th of July, all crews patrolled the City and made contact with residents regarding safe use of fireworks.

COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Crews were present at Central Park for the 4th of July celebration and distributed fact sheets regarding the potential parcel tax ballot measure. The Fire Department made weekly visits to the Summer Camp to give short safety presentations to the kids, as well as play games like dodgeball and obstacle course.

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City of Gonzales

POLICE DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Keith Wise, Chief of Police
THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: July 2025 Activity Report
Crime and Arrests
The Gonzales Police Department investigated 4 Part I Crimes (Homicide, Robbery, Theft, Burglary, Rape, Assault and Motor Vehicle Theft) during the month of July 2025. During the same time last year, there was 3 Part I Crimes investigated.

During the month of July 2025, Officers made 14 arrests. During the same time last year, there were a total of 12 arrests.

During the month of July 2025, the Department initiated 25 Abandoned Vehicle Abatement (AVA) / 72 hour parking violation cases. 19 violations were self-abated by the registered owners upon notification of the Municipal Code Violation.

Calls for Service
The Department responded to 637 calls for service in July 2025. There were 68 crimes, accidents, and information reports taken during the month.

Animal Control
During the month of July 2025, the Animal Control Officer (ACO) provided the following services:

Animal Control Trapped/Stray Dead Injured Bite Cases Returned to Owner
Transported to
the SPCA
Cats 7 0 0 0 0 0
Dogs 4 0 0 0 4 0
Total = 11 0 0 0 4 0
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Significant Cases
Although the Police Department responded to 637 calls for service during the month of July 2025, the most significant cases involved 4 Part I crimes. 0- Homicide 0 – Rape - 0, - Robbery, 3 -Assault, 0 - Burglary, 1 -Larcenies, and 0 -Stolen Motor Vehicle Thefts.

Training
The Department continues to conduct in-house training.

Sergeant Melgoza, Officer Pruneda, Officer Fierros, Officer Perez and Officer Correa attended the 16- hour FBI Monterey sponsored active shooter ALERRT training on July 17 - 18, 2025 at Salinas High School.

Other
Department staff, along with the Gonzales Police Explorers, participated in the Annual Fourth of July celebration hosted at the City’s Central Park.

During the Fourth of July evening, the Department’s max deployment of units patrolling the City successfully assessed the efforts in preventing the use of illegal fireworks.

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City of Gonzales

PUBLIC WORKS / CITY ENGINEER DEPARTMENT

ACTIVITY REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Patrick Dobbins, Public Works Director/City Engineer THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Public Works/City Engineer Department Activity Report

WASTEWATER

1. Industrial Wastewater Pipeline – This project was completed on 6/30/2025. The Notice of Completion was approved at the 7/21/2025 Council Meeting and recorded at the County Recorder on 7/29/2025.

2. Industrial Wastewater Treatment Facility - Award of Contract to Gateway Pacific Contractors (low bidder) occurred at the 5/19/2025 Council meeting and field operation began on 7/21/2025. The contractor, construction manager, design consultant and City staff hold weekly progress meetings to discuss open items, status of submittal review, project schedule and other business.

3. Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) – Regional Board staff visited the WWTP on 8/04/2025 to observe the treatment process and see the construction of the IW Treatment Facility.

WATER

1. Alpine Camp – The State Water Resources Control Board engaged an engineering consultant to prepare technical studies to support a grant to connect Alpine Camp to the City water system. A kickoff meeting was held on 7/23/2025.

2. Elevated Tank - Utility Service Company cleaned and painted the elevated tank during July under their 10-year maintenance agreement.

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BUILDINGS
Community Center Complex Project – The project is on schedule to be completed by 12/01/2025.

The electric switch gear was delivered on 7/15/2025, 60 weeks from when it was ordered. The electrical subcontractor installed and wired the switch gear and it’s ready for PG&E inspection.

Current work includes interior painting; planting of the site landscaping and Fifth Street was recently striped.

STREETS

1. 2025 Slurry Seal Contract – Three bids were opened on 7/23/2025 and the contract was awarded to Pavement Coatings (low bidder) at the 8/04/2025 City Council meeting. Currently executing the contract with field operations expected to begin in early September.

2. Fourth Street Pavement Rehab – Harris Assoc is preparing the construction documents to reconstruct the 100 Block of Fourth Street and the 400 and 300 blocks of Alta Minor. Harris Assoc made the 65% plans, technical specifications and cost estimate on 8/08/2025.

3. TAMC Safe Routes to School Program - Staff engaged TL Engineering to prepare several alternatives for pedestrian safety improvements along Fifth Street from the Southbound Highway 101 on/off ramps. On 5/09/2025 TL Engineering submitted draft alternatives for City staff review. Funding is a $250,000 RSTP grant from the TAMC.

4. Fifth Street Truck Ban – Bid opening for the traffic signs for the truck ban is 7/23/2025 and a single bid of $121,436 was received. Current funding is $30,000 Measure K monies and $52,924 in Unprogrammed RSTP funds. To close the funding gap, staff requested $38,512 as part of a mid-cycle RSTP Grant from TAMC.

SOLID WASTE
Quarterly Tri-Cities Franchise Agreements Meetings – The new 10-year contract with Tri-Cities Disposal was approved at the 6/16/2025 Council meeting. The most recent quarterly meeting with SVSWA, Tri-Cities Disposal and City staff was held on 8/12/2025.

OTHER PROJECTS

1. PW Field Person Recruitment – A PW field person recently left City employment and a recruitment is underway to replace that person.

2. Emergency Preparedness – The City’s Emergency Operation Center (EOC) is being set-up in the space in the Old Medical Building in the space recently vacated by Sun Street Centers.

3. Geographic Information System (GIS) – City staff continues to work on the City’s GIS mapping system by inputting field data for water, sewer and storm drainage systems. Staff hold monthly meetings with ProWest (GIS consultant) to seek their assistance with our mapping efforts. Other mapping efforts include assessing sidewalks to map uplifted or missing sidewalk panels and performing a street sign inspection.

WASTEWATER
Staff check the influent and effluent, run daily inspections and testing of Dissolved Oxygen levels, pH, and conductivity at the wastewater treatment plant on a daily basis.

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The Regional Board approved an addendum to our discharge permit to allow the City to land apply treated wastewater to the flood fields at the north end of the Industrial Treatment Facility site. Staff built and began land applying effluent in several flood fields near the new disposal basin. Staff inspects and manages the flow into the flood fields.

Staff performs weed control and rodent control at the wastewater treatment plant.

Staff is surveying the brick manholes in the City to develop an approach to rehabilitate them in the next four or five years.

Staff recently installed Smart Covers at three manholes that allows for remotely monitoring the level of sewerage at each location. The three locations are considered “hot spots”, and the Smart Covers will provide high level alarms, determine amount of inflow and infiltration during winter storm events, and verify the results generated by the Sewer Model.

WATER
Staff tests for chlorine residual daily, and maintenance on the water system. Staff repairs chlorine leaks and performs maintenance on the wells.

Well 4 is down for repairs as the pump bearings need to be replaced.

The Elevated Tank on Fifth Street was cleaned and painted.

For the month of July, all water samples taken at the sampling stations for the water system tested negative for coliform.

Staff addressed one water leak this month. This leak was on the homeowner’s side of the meter. The homeowner attempted to turn off the water meter and broke the corporation stop, which had to be replaced at their expense
There were seventy-six door tags this month, prior to shut-offs. We had sixteen disconnects due to nonpayment.

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PARKS
Staff mows turf areas in the City parks regularly. Staff cleans restrooms, cleans trash, and make repairs in parks. Staff repair and maintain irrigation in Central and Centennial Park.

Staff worked with Rotary to place a new picnic table at Central Park. Rotary also donated new or refurbished BBQ pits in Central Park.

Staff weed and clean the Bio Swales along Center Street and the redwoods along Alta Minor regularly.

There has been a repeated irrigation leak at Canyon Creek Park. Smith and Enright have fixed the issue.

Staff removed the softball fencing at Centennial field and is preparing for soccer season.

GOVERNMENT BUILDING
Staff clean the Vosti Center restrooms daily. Staff cleans the Council Chambers weekly. Staff orders supplies for City buildings and disburses them appropriately.

Staff cleaned and polished the floor at the Vosti Center and installed cameras at City Hall and completed various other tasks.

STREETS
Staff trimmed some trees on Fifth Street to allow for a PG&E pole to be installed across the street from the Community Center.

Staff have painted the crosswalks near school zones in time for school to start.

Staff picked up a large amount of tree trimmings this month.

Staff continues to fill potholes on City streets.

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EVENTS
Staff joined the kids at the Vosti Summer camp for Public Works Day. Staff provided demonstrations on the equipment used every day and spoke about water, wastewater, and the other things that keep the City running.

Staff demonstrated Public Works equipment to the camp kids.

Staff helped with street closures and building the kiddie corral and the beer corral for the 4th of July.

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AGENDA
ITEM
PROCLAMATION NO. 2025-06
WHEREAS, the character of our community is revealed in how we treat our most vulnerable; each year, 19.2 in every 100,000 children in our community will be diagnosed with cancer; and
WHEREAS, cancer remains the leading cause of death by disease among children— more than asthma, diabetes, cystic fibrosis, congenital anomalies, and AIDS combined; and
WHEREAS, Jacob’s Heart has been keeping medically fragile children and families housed, fed, and emotionally supported by steadfastly adhering to the following commitments:
• Parents of children with cancer and other serious illnesses will be relieved of financial fears and able to focus attention on their children; • No child undergoing intensive treatment in our community will be homeless; • Families of seriously ill children will not experience food insecurity during and after the pandemic;
• No seriously ill child in our community will ever miss a medical appointment because of a lack of transportation; and
WHEREAS, Jacob’s Heart holds the memories and honors legacies of hundreds of children from our local community who have been lost to cancer, ensuring that their memories will never be forgotten; and
WHEREAS, the Oncology Department at Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford has worked closely with Jacob's Heart for the past 27 years as a trusted community partner in providing family-centered care that addresses the emotional, practical, and financial struggles of families of children with cancer in the City of Gonzales; and WHEREAS, it is important for all Gonzales City residents to recognize the impact of pediatric cancer on families within our community and honor the children in our community whose lives have been cut short by cancer.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Jose L. Rios, on behalf of the City Council of the City of Gonzales, do hereby declare September 2025 as Childhood Cancer Awareness Month in the City of Gonzales, and do hereby honor Jacob’s Heart Children’s Cancer Support Services for outstanding support to our community and acknowledge the organization’s contributions to Childhood Cancer Awareness Month.
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Jose L. Rios, The Honorable Mayor
August 18, 2025
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Attachment: Proclamation No. 2025-06 (3336 : Proclamation No. 2025-06 September Childhood Cancer Awareness Month) 13 City of Gonzales

COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Taven Kinison Brown, Community Development Director THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-65 - Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-65, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales authorizing the City Manager to sign a Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc., for Implementation of 6th Cycle Housing Element Programs.

BACKGROUND
Placeworks Inc. has been under contract helping the City get the Housing Element over the finish line since January.

On August 18, 2025, the Housing Element itself, as well as zoning implementation of a new Workforce Overlay District and other items to comply with the State, went to the City Council for approval. This will also allow the State to recognize our compliance with State Housing Element law.

The agreement attached to this report and Resolution will have Placeworks Inc. develop eight (8) implementation programs identified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
Consultant Services Agreement
AGENDA
ITEM
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The Consultant Services Agreement format is standard for the City for projects where City development review services need to be supplemented on a project-specific or task-specific endeavor. In this case, consultant services are deemed necessary for processing the swift implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element. We have previously secured funding through the State of California-issued REAP 2.0 Grant for these activities.

Staff was also alerted by AMBAG in the week of June 9, 2025, that with so many national funding opportunities drying up, and state financial resources stretched, that we need to use and encumber those previously awarded grant monies without delay. AMBAG also acknowledged that the same REAP 2.0 grant can be used to offset the Community Development Director’s efforts to bring forward implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element, such as the writing of this staff report, resolution and contract, as well as the public noticing, staff report, resolutions and ordinances for adoption of the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

The new Scope of Work includes nine (9) tasks to implement eight (8) programs specified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element and Program Management. The Placeworks Inc. budget proposed for these significant items is $46,745. The Consulting Services Agreement and its Scope of Work and Budget exhibits are attached to the resolution accompanying this report.

Explain Recommendation and How it Supports the Vision
Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small-town charm.

Explain: While ministerial in nature, consulting services agreements support the Vision because they allow the City the breadth to process important development projects that can bring the housing, jobs and economic development necessary to further the Vision.

Explain: Please see the Vision above. Staff has previously secured grant funding (resources) to offset these consultant expenses in a revenue neutral manner to the city budget.

City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful, and friendly manner to ensure the safety and well-being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner.

Explain: Please see the Vision above. Staff has previously secured grant funding (resources) to offset these consultant expenses in a revenue neutral manner to the city budget.

Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety Yes No X N/A
• Housing X Yes No N/A
• Recreation Yes No X N/A
• Environment Yes No X N/A
• Education Yes No X N/A
Explain: Please see the Vision above.

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ALTERNATIVES
The Council could opt not to approve the Consulting Services Agreement, yet this would preclude efficient cost recovery and project management for implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element.

City staff would potentially be unable to absorb the additional workload associated with creating and implementing the numerous programs incumbent of the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element.

BUDGET IMPACT
There is no budget impact associated with approving the Consulting Services Agreement with Placeworks Inc. as expenses will be recovered through the REAP 2.0 grant already awarded to the City. City staff time to implement components of the housing element and administrative oversight activities are also reimbursable through the grant, thereby avoiding impact to the City budget and helping to offset some staff time.

CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-65, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales authorizing the City Manager to sign a Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc., for Implementation of 6th Cycle Housing Element Programs.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 2025-65
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RESOLUTION NO. 2025 -65

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN A CONSULTANT SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF GONZALES AND PLACEWORKS INC. FOR IMPLEMENTATION OF 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAMS.

WHEREAS, on January 13, 2025, the City Manager entered the City into a Consulting Services Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for completing and processing the 6th Cycle Housing Element through the Planning Commission and City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City of Gonzales has previously secured funding through the State of Californiaissued REAP 2.0 Grant for housing element implementation activities; and WHEREAS, the first contract with Placeworks included adoption of the Housing Element itself, as well as zoning implementation of a new Workforce Overlay District and other items to comply with the State; and
WHEREAS, consultant services are still deemed necessary for processing the swift implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element; and
WHEREAS, the contract attached to this Resolution will have Placeworks Inc. develop eight (8) implementation programs identified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element; and WHEREAS, the Scope of Work includes nine (9) tasks to implement eight (8) programs specified in the 6th Cycle Housing Element and Program Management; NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Manager is authorized to sign a Consultant Services Agreement between the City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc., for Implementation of 6 th Cycle Housing Element Programs. The Consulting Services Agreement and its Scope of Work and $46,745. Budget are attached to this resolution.

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gonzales duly held on the 18th day of August 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCILMEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
_______________________________
Jose Rios, The Honorable Mayor
ATTEST:
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Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
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Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-65 (3343 : Resolution No. 2025-65 - Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element) Consulting Services Agreement between August 4, 2025
City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 1 of 13 Exhibit A

CONSULTING SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF GONZALES AND PLACEWORKS INC.

THIS AGREEMENT for consulting services is made by and between the City of Gonzales ("City") and Placeworks Inc., ("Consultant") (together referred to as the "Parties") as of August 5, 2025, (the "Effective Date").

Section 1. SERVICES. Subject to the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Consultant shall provide to City the services described in the Scope of Work attached as Exhibit A at the time and place and in the manner specified therein. In the event of a conflict in or inconsistency between the terms of this Agreement and Exhibit A, the Agreement shall prevail.

1.1 Term of Services. The term of this Agreement shall begin on the Effective Date and shall end on March 31, 2026, the date of completion specified in Exhibit A, and Consultant shall complete the work described in Exhibit A on or before that date, unless the term of the Agreement is otherwise terminated or extended, as provided for in Section 8. The time provided to Consultant to complete the services required by this Agreement shall not affect the City's right to terminate the Agreement, as referenced in Section 8.

1.2 Standard of Performance. Consultant shall perform all services required pursuant to this Agreement in the manner and according to the standards observed by a competent practitioner of the profession in which Consultant is engaged.

1.3 Assignment of Personnel. Consultant shall assign only competent personnel to perform services pursuant to this Agreement. In the event that City, in its sole discretion, at any time during the term of this Agreement, desires the reassignment of any such persons, Consultant shall, immediately upon receiving notice from City of such desire of City, reassign such person or persons.

1.4 Time. Consultant shall devote such time to the performance of services pursuant to this Agreement as may be reasonably necessary to meet the standard of performance provided in Section 1.1 above and to satisfy Consultant's obligations hereunder.

Section 2. COMPENSATION. City hereby agrees to pay Consultant a sum not to exceed $46,745 notwithstanding any contrary indications that may be contained in Consultant's proposal, for services to be performed and reimbursable costs incurred under this Agreement. In the event of a conflict between this Agreement and Consultant's proposal, attached as Exhibit A, regarding the amount of compensation, the Agreement shall prevail. City shall pay Consultant for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement at the time and in the manner set forth herein. The payments specified below shall be the only payments from City to Consultant for services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Consultant shall submit all invoices to City in the manner specified herein. Except as specifically authorized by City in writing, Consultant shall not bill City for duplicate services performed by more than one person.

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Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-65 (3343 : Resolution No. 2025-65 - Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element) Consulting Services Agreement between August 4, 2025
City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 2 of 13 Consultant and City acknowledge and agree that compensation paid by City to Consultant under this Agreement is based upon Consultant's estimated costs of providing the services required hereunder, including salaries and benefits of employees and subcontractors of Consultant. Consequently, the parties further agree that compensation hereunder is intended to include the costs of contributions to any pensions and/or annuities to which Consultant and its employees, agents, and subcontractors may be eligible. City therefore has no responsibility for such contributions beyond compensation required under this Agreement.

2.1 Invoices. Consultant shall submit invoices, not more often than once a month during the term of this Agreement, based on the cost for services performed and reimbursable costs incurred prior to the invoice date. Invoices shall contain the following information:
 Serial identifications of progress bills; i.e., Progress Bill No. 1 for the first invoice, etc.;
 The beginning and ending dates of the billing period;  A Task Summary containing the original contract amount, the amount of prior billings, the total due this period, the balance available under the Agreement, and the percentage of completion;
 At City's option, for each work item in each task, a copy of the applicable time entries or time sheets shall be submitted showing the name of the person doing the work, the hours spent by each person, a brief description of the work, and each reimbursable expense;
 The total number of hours of work performed under the Agreement by Consultant and each employee, agent, and subcontractor of Consultant performing services hereunder;
 Consultant shall give separate notice to the City when the total number of hours worked by Consultant and any individual employee, agent, or subcontractor of Consultant reaches or exceeds 800 hours within a 12-month period under this Agreement and any other agreement between Consultant and City. Such notice shall include an estimate of the time necessary to complete work described in Exhibit A and the estimate of time necessary to complete work under any other agreement between Consultant and City, if applicable.

2.2 Monthly Payment. City shall make monthly payments, based on invoices received, for services satisfactorily performed, and for authorized reimbursable costs incurred. City shall have 30 days from the receipt of an invoice that complies with all of the requirements above to pay Consultant.

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2.4 Total Payment. City shall pay for the services to be rendered by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement. City shall not pay any additional sum for any expense or cost whatsoever incurred by Consultant in rendering services pursuant to this Agreement. City shall make no payment for any extra, further, or additional service pursuant to this Agreement.

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Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-65 (3343 : Resolution No. 2025-65 - Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element) Consulting Services Agreement between August 4, 2025
City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 3 of 13 unless the Agreement is modified prior to the submission of such an invoice by a properly executed change order or amendment.

2.5 Hourly Fees. Fees for work performed by Consultant on an hourly basis shall not exceed the amounts shown on the compensation schedule attached hereto as Exhibit B.

2.6 Reimbursable Expenses. Reimbursable expenses are specified below and shall not exceed $46,745. Expenses not listed below are not chargeable to City. Reimbursable expenses are included in the total amount of compensation provided under this Agreement that shall not be exceeded.

2.7 Payment of Taxes. Consultant is solely responsible for the payment of employment taxes incurred under this Agreement and any similar federal or state taxes.

2.8 Payment upon Termination. In the event that the City or Consultant terminates this Agreement pursuant to Section 8, the City shall compensate the Consultant for all outstanding costs and reimbursable expenses incurred for work satisfactorily completed as of the date of written notice of termination. Consultant shall maintain adequate logs and timesheets to verify costs incurred to that date.

2.9 Authorization to Perform Services. The Consultant is not authorized to perform any services or incur any costs whatsoever under the terms of this Agreement until receipt of authorization from the Contract Administrator.

Section 3. FACILITIES AND EQUIPMENT. Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, provide all facilities and equipment that may be necessary to perform the services required by this Agreement.

Section 4. INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS. Before beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant, at its own cost and expense, unless otherwise specified below, shall procure the types and amounts of insurance listed below against claims for injuries to persons or damages to property that may arise from or in connection with the performance of the work hereunder by the Consultant and its agents, representatives, employees, and subcontractors. Consistent with the following provisions, Consultant shall provide proof satisfactory to City of such insurance that meets the requirements of this section and under forms of insurance satisfactory in all respects, and that such insurance is in effect prior to beginning work to the City. Consultant shall maintain the insurance policies required by this section throughout the term of this Agreement. The cost of such insurance shall be included in the Consultant's bid. Consultant shall not allow any subcontractor to commence work on any subcontract until Consultant has obtained all insurance required herein for the subcontractor(s) and provided evidence that such insurance is in effect to City.

Verification of the required insurance shall be submitted and made part of this Agreement prior to execution. Consultant shall maintain all required insurance listed herein for the duration of this Agreement.

4.1 Workers' Compensation. Consultant shall, at its sole cost and expense, maintain Statutory Workers' Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance for any and all persons employed directly or indirectly by Consultant. The Statutory Workers' Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability Insurance shall be provided with limits of not less than $1,000,000 per accident. In the alternative, Consultant may rely on a selfPacket Pg. 50 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-65 (3343 : Resolution No. 2025-65 - Agreement with Placeworks Inc. for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element) Consulting Services Agreement between August 4, 2025
City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 4 of 13 insurance program to meet those requirements, but only if the program of self-insurance complies fully with the provisions of the California Labor Code. Determination of whether a self-insurance program meets the standards of the Labor Code shall be solely in the discretion of the Contract Administrator. The insurer, if insurance is provided, or the Consultant, if a program of self-insurance is provided, shall waive all rights of subrogation against the City and its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers for loss arising from work performed under this Agreement.

4.2 Commercial General and Automobile Liability Insurance.

4.2.1 General requirements. Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain commercial general and automobile liability insurance for the term of this Agreement in an amount not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, combined single limit coverage for risks associated with the work contemplated by this Agreement. If a Commercial General Liability Insurance or an Automobile Liability form or other form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to the work to be performed under this Agreement or the general aggregate limit shall be at least twice the required occurrence limit. Such coverage shall include but shall not be limited to, protection against claims arising from bodily and personal injury, including death resulting therefrom, and damage to property resulting from activities contemplated under this Agreement, including the use of owned and non-owned automobiles.

4.2.2 Minimum scope of coverage. Commercial general coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Commercial General Liability occurrence form CG 0001 (most recent edition) covering comprehensive General Liability on an "occurrence" basis. Automobile coverage shall be at least as broad as Insurance Services Office Automobile Liability form CA 0001, Code 1 (any auto). No endorsement shall be attached limiting the coverage.

4.2.3 Additional requirements. Each of the following shall be included in the insurance coverage or added as a certified endorsement to the policy:
a. The Insurance shall cover on an occurrence or an accident basis, and not on a claims-made basis.
b. City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers are to be covered as insureds as respects: liability arising out of work or operations performed by or on behalf of the Consultant; or automobiles owned, leased, hired, or borrowed by the Consultant.
c. For any claims related to this Agreement or the work hereunder, the Consultant's insurance covered shall be primary insurance as respects the City, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers. Any insurance or self-insurance maintained by the City, its officers, officials, employees, Packet Pg. 51
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City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 5 of 13 or volunteers shall be excess of the Consultant's insurance and shall not contribute with it.
d. Each insurance policy required by this clause shall be endorsed to state that coverage shall not be canceled by either party, except after 30 days' prior written notice has been provided to the City.

4.3 Professional Liability Insurance.

4.3.1 General requirements. Consultant, at its own cost and expense, shall maintain for the period covered by this Agreement professional liability insurance for licensed professionals performing work pursuant to this Agreement in an amount not less than $2,000,000 covering the licensed professionals' errors and omissions. Any deductible or self-insured retention shall not exceed $150,000 per claim.

4.3.2 Claims-made limitations. The following provisions shall apply if the professional liability coverage is written on a claims-made form:
a. The retroactive date of the policy must be shown and must be before the date of the Agreement.
b. Insurance must be maintained, and evidence of insurance must be provided for at least five years after completion of the Agreement or the work, so long as commercially available at reasonable rates. c. If coverage is canceled or not renewed and it is not replaced with another claims-made policy form with a retroactive date that precedes the date of this Agreement, Consultant shall purchase an extended period coverage for a minimum of five years after completion of work under this Agreement.
d. A copy of the claim reporting requirements must be submitted to the City for review prior to the commencement of any work under this Agreement.

4.3.3 Additional Requirements. A certified endorsement to include contractual liability shall be included in the policy.

4.4 All Policies Requirements.

4.4.1 Acceptability of insurers. All insurance required by this section is to be placed with insurers with a Bests' rating of no less than A:VII.

4.4.2 Verification of coverage. Prior to beginning any work under this Agreement, Consultant shall furnish City with complete copies of all policies delivered to Consultant by the insurer, including complete copies of all endorsements attached Packet Pg. 52
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City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 6 of 13 to those policies. All copies of policies and certified endorsements shall show the signature of a person authorized by that insurer to bind coverage on its behalf. If the City does not receive the required insurance documents prior to the Consultant beginning work, it shall not waive the Consultant's obligation to provide them. The City reserves the right to require complete copies of all required insurance policies at any time.

4.4.3 Deductibles and Self-Insured Retentions. Consultant shall disclose to and obtain the written approval of City for the self-insured retentions and deductibles before beginning any of the services or work called for by any term of this Agreement. At the option of the City, either: the insurer shall reduce or eliminate such deductibles or self-insured retentions as respects the City, its officers, employees, and volunteers; or the Consultant shall provide a financial guarantee satisfactory to the City guaranteeing payment of losses and related investigations, claim administration and defense expenses.

4.4.4 Wasting Policies. No policy required by this Section 4 shall include a "wasting" policy limit (i.e., limit that is eroded by the cost of defense).

4.4.5 Waiver of Subrogation. Consultant hereby agrees to waive subrogation which any insurer or contractor may require from vendor by virtue of the payment of any loss. Consultant agrees to obtain any endorsements that may be necessary to affect this waiver of subrogation.

The Workers' Compensation policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the entity for all work performed by the consultant, its employees, agents, and subcontractors.

4.4.6 Subcontractors. Consultant shall include all subcontractors as insureds under its policies or shall furnish separate certificates and certified endorsements for each subcontractor. All coverage for subcontractors shall be subject to all of the requirements stated herein.

4.5 Remedies. In addition to any other remedies City may have if Consultant fails to provide or maintain any insurance policies or policy endorsements to the extent and within the time herein required, City may, at its sole option exercise any of the following remedies, which are alternatives to other remedies City may have and are not the exclusive remedy for Consultant's breach:
 Obtain such insurance and deduct and retain the amount of the premiums for such insurance from any sums due under the Agreement;
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City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Exhibit A Page 7 of 13  Terminate this Agreement.

Section 5. INDEMNIFICATION AND CONSULTANT'S RESPONSIBILITIES. Consultant shall, to the fullest extent allowed by law, with respect to all Services performed in connection with this Agreement, defend with counsel acceptable to City, indemnify, and hold City, its officers, employees, agents, and volunteers, harmless from and against any and all claims that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Consultant, ("Claims"). Consultant will bear all losses, costs, damages, expense and liability of every kind, nature and description that arise out of, pertain to, or relate to such Claims, whether directly or indirectly ("Liability"). Such obligations to defend, hold harmless and indemnify the City shall not apply to the extent that such Liabilities are caused by the sole negligence, active negligence, or willful misconduct of the City.

With respect to third party claims against the Consultant, the Consultant waives any and all rights of any type of express or implied indemnity against the Indemnitees.

Notwithstanding the foregoing, to the extent this Agreement is a "construction contract" as defined by California Civil Code section 2783, as may be amended from time to time, such duties of Consultant to indemnify shall not apply when to do so would be prohibited by California Civil Code Section 2782.

Section 6. STATUS OF CONSULTANT.

6.1 Independent Contractor. At all times during the term of this Agreement, Consultant shall be an independent contractor and shall not be an employee of City. City shall have the right to control Consultant only insofar as the results of Consultant's services rendered pursuant to this Agreement and assignment of personnel pursuant to Subparagraph 1.3; however, otherwise City shall not have the right to control the means by which Consultant accomplishes services rendered pursuant to this Agreement. Notwithstanding any other City, state, or federal policy, rule, regulation, law, or ordinance to the contrary, Consultant and any of its employees, agents, and subcontractors providing services under this Agreement shall not qualify for or become entitled to, and hereby agree to waive any and all claims to, any compensation, benefit, or any incident of employment by City, including but not limited to eligibility to enroll in the California Public Employees Retirement System (PERS) as an employee of City and entitlement to any contribution to be paid by City for employer contributions and/or employee contributions for PERS benefits.

6.2 Consultant Not an Agent. Except as City may specify in writing, Consultant shall have no authority, express or implied, to act on behalf of City in any capacity whatsoever as an agent. Consultant shall have no authority, express or implied, pursuant to this Agreement to bind City to any obligation whatsoever.

Section 7. LEGAL REQUIREMENTS.

7.1 Governing Law. The laws of the State of California shall govern this Agreement.

7.2 Compliance with Applicable Laws. Consultant and any subcontractors shall comply with all laws and regulations applicable to the performance of the work hereunder, including but Packet Pg. 54
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7.3 Other Governmental Regulations. To the extent that this Agreement may be funded by fiscal assistance from another governmental entity, Consultant and any subcontractors shall comply with all applicable rules and regulations to which City is bound by the terms of such fiscal assistance program.

7.4 Licenses and Permits. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant and its employees, agents, and any subcontractors have all licenses, permits, qualifications, and approvals of whatsoever nature that are legally required to practice their respective professions. Consultant represents and warrants to City that Consultant and its employees, agents, any subcontractors shall, at their sole cost and expense, keep in effect at all times during the term of this Agreement any licenses, permits, and approvals that are legally required to practice their respective professions. In addition to the foregoing, Consultant and any subcontractors shall obtain and maintain during the term of this Agreement valid Business Licenses from City.

7.5 Nondiscrimination and Equal Opportunity. Consultant shall not discriminate, on the basis of a person's race, religion, color, national origin, age, physical or mental handicap or disability, medical condition, marital status, sex, or sexual orientation, against any employee, applicant for employment, subcontractor, bidder for a subcontract, or participant in, recipient of, or applicant for any services or programs provided by Consultant under this Agreement. Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, policies, rules, and requirements related to equal opportunity and nondiscrimination in employment, contracting, and the provision of any services that are the subject of this Agreement, including but not limited to the satisfaction of any positive obligations required of Consultant thereby.

Consultant shall include the provisions of this Subsection in any subcontract approved by the Contract Administrator or this Agreement.

Section 8. TERMINATION AND MODIFICATION.

8.1 Termination. City may cancel this Agreement at any time and without cause upon written notification to Consultant.

Consultant may cancel this Agreement upon 30 days' written notice to City and shall include in such notice the reasons for cancellation.

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8.2 Extension. City may, in its sole and exclusive discretion, extend the end date of this Agreement beyond that provided for in Subsection 1.1. Any such extension shall require a written amendment to this Agreement, as provided for herein. Consultant understands and agrees that, if City grants such an extension, City shall have no obligation to provide Consultant with compensation beyond the maximum amount provided for in this Agreement. Similarly, unless authorized by the Contract Administrator, City shall have no obligation to reimburse Consultant for any otherwise reimbursable expenses incurred during the extension period.

8.3 Amendments. The parties may amend this Agreement only by a writing signed by all the parties.

8.4 Assignment and Subcontracting. City and Consultant recognize and agree that this Agreement contemplates personal performance by Consultant and is based upon a determination of Consultant's unique personal competence, experience, and specialized personal knowledge. Moreover, a substantial inducement to City for entering into this Agreement was and is the professional reputation and competence of Consultant.

Consultant may not assign this Agreement or any interest therein without the prior written approval of the Contract Administrator. Consultant shall not subcontract any portion of the performance contemplated and provided for herein, other than to the subcontractors noted in the proposal, without prior written approval of the Contract Administrator.

8.5 Survival. All obligations arising prior to the termination of this Agreement and all provisions of this Agreement allocating liability between City and Consultant shall survive the termination of this Agreement.

8.6 Options upon Breach by Consultant. If Consultant materially breaches any of the terms of this Agreement, City's remedies shall include, but not be limited to, the following:

8.6.1 Immediately terminate the Agreement;

8.6.2 Retain the plans, specifications, drawings, reports, design documents, and any other work product prepared by Consultant pursuant to this Agreement;

8.6.3 Retain a different consultant to complete the work described in Exhibit A not finished by Consultant; or

8.6.4 Charge Consultant the difference between the cost to complete the work described in Exhibit A that is unfinished at the time of breach and the amount that City would have paid Consultant pursuant to Section 2 if Consultant had completed the work.

Section 9. KEEPING AND STATUS OF RECORDS.

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9.1 Records Created as Part of Consultant's Performance. All reports, data, maps, models, charts, studies, surveys, photographs, memoranda, plans, studies, specifications, records, files, or any other documents or materials, in electronic or any other form, that Consultant prepares or obtains pursuant to this Agreement and that relate to the matters covered hereunder shall be the property of the City. Consultant hereby agrees to deliver those documents to the City upon termination of the Agreement. It is understood and agreed that the documents and other materials, including but not limited to those described above, prepared pursuant to this Agreement are prepared specifically for the City and are not necessarily suitable for any future or other use. City and Consultant agree that, until final approval by City, all data, plans, specifications, reports and other documents are confidential and will not be released to third parties without prior written consent of both parties.

9.2 Consultant's Books and Records. Consultant shall maintain any and all ledgers, books of account, invoices, vouchers, canceled checks, and other records or documents evidencing or relating to charges for services or expenditures and disbursements charged to the City under this Agreement for a minimum of three (3) years, or for any longer period required by law, from the date of final payment to the Consultant to this Agreement.

9.3 Inspection and Audit of Records. Any records or documents that Section 9.2 of this Agreement requires Consultant to maintain shall be made available for inspection, audit, and/or copying at any time during regular business hours, upon oral or written request of the City. Under California Government Code Section 8546.7, if the amount of public funds expended under this Agreement exceeds $10,000.00, the Agreement shall be subject to the examination and audit of the State Auditor, at the request of City or as part of any audit of the City, for a period of three (3) years after final payment under the Agreement.

Section 10 MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS.

10.1 Attorneys' Fees. If a party to this Agreement brings any action, including an action for declaratory relief, to enforce or interpret the provision of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorneys' fees in addition to any other relief to which that party may be entitled. The court may set such fees in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose.

10.2 Venue. In the event that either party brings any action against the other under this Agreement, the parties agree that trial of such action shall be vested exclusively in the state courts of California in the County of Monterey or in the United States District Court for the Northern District of California.

10.3 Severability. If a court of competent jurisdiction finds or rules that any provision of this Agreement is invalid, void, or unenforceable, the provisions of this Agreement not so adjudged shall remain in full force and effect. The invalidity in whole or in part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this Agreement.

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10.4 No Implied Waiver of Breach. The waiver of any breach of a specific provision of this Agreement does not constitute a waiver of any other breach of that term or any other term of this Agreement.

10.5 Successors and Assigns. The provisions of this Agreement shall inure to the benefit of and shall apply to and bind the successors and assigns of the parties.

10.6 Use of Recycled Products. Consultant shall prepare and submit all reports, written studies and other printed material on recycled paper to the extent it is available at equal or less cost than virgin paper.

10.7 Conflict of Interest. Consultant may serve other clients, but none whose activities within the corporate limits of City or whose business, regardless of location, would place Consultant in a "conflict of interest," as that term is defined in the Political Reform Act, codified at California Government Code Section 81000 et seq.

Consultant shall not employ any City official in the work performed pursuant to this Agreement. No officer or employee of City shall have any financial interest in this Agreement that would violate California Government Code Sections 1090 et seq.

Consultant hereby warrants that it is not now, nor has it been in the previous 12 months, an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the City. If Consultant was an employee, agent, appointee, or official of the City in the previous twelve months, Consultant warrants that it did not participate in any manner in the forming of this Agreement. Consultant understands that, if this Agreement is made in violation of Government Code §1090 et seq., the entire Agreement is void and Consultant will not be entitled to any compensation for services performed pursuant to this Agreement, including reimbursement of expenses, and Consultant will be required to reimburse the City for any sums paid to the Consultant.

Consultant understands that, in addition to the foregoing, it may be subject to criminal prosecution for a violation of Government Code § 1090 and, if applicable, will be disqualified from holding public office in the State of California.

10.8 Solicitation. Consultant agrees not to solicit business at any meeting, focus group, or interview related to this Agreement, either orally or through any written materials.

10.9 Contract Administration. This Agreement shall be administered by the Community Development Director, Taven M. Kinison Brown ("Contract Administrator"). All correspondence shall be directed to or through the Contract Administrator or his or her designee.

10.10 Notices. Any written notice to Consultant and City shall be sent to:

PlaceWorks
Attn: Kara L Kosel, VP/Finance
3 MacArthur Place, Suite 1100
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Any written notice to City shall be sent to:

City of Gonzales
Taven M. Kinison Brown, Community Development Director
City of Gonzales
P.O. Box 647
Gonzales, CA 93926

10.11 Professional Seal. Where applicable in the determination of the contract administrator, the first page of a technical report, first page of design specifications, and each page of construction drawings shall be stamped/sealed and signed by the licensed professional responsible for the report/design preparation. The stamp/seal shall be in a block entitled "Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with report/design responsibility," as in the following example.
_________________________________________
Seal and Signature of Registered Professional with
report/design responsibility.

10.12 Integration. This Agreement, including the scope of work attached hereto and incorporated herein as Exhibits A and B represents the entire and integrated agreement between City and Consultant and supersedes all prior negotiations, representations, or agreements, either written or oral.

Exhibit A Scope of Work
Exhibit B Compensation Schedule/Cost Estimate (Budget)

10.13 Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in multiple counterparts, each of which shall be an original and all of which together shall constitute one agreement.

10.14 Non-Responsibility for General Contractor Responsibilities and Duties. Unless otherwise agreed by City and Consultant in writing, nothing in Consultant's services shall be construed to mean that Consultant assumes any of the contractual responsibilities or duties of the general contractor. The general contractor is solely responsible for construction means, methods, sequences and procedures used in the construction of a project and for related performance in accordance with its contract with the City. The general contractor shall not be relieved of its responsibility for the safety of the workplace or for the method or manner of construction. The Consultant and its personnel have no authority to exercise any control over or charge of acts or omissions of the general contractor or their employees in connection with the construction work.

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CITY OF GONZALES CONSULTANT
Carmen Gil, City Manager Jennifer Gastelum, Principal
Attest:

Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
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SCOPE OF WORK
May 23, 2025
Subject: Gonzales Housing Element Implementation
Dear: Taven,
PlaceWorks has prepared the following scope of work to assist the City with the implementation of several of the City’s Housing Element programs.

Scope of Work
TASK 1. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 1.2.1 IMPLEMENTATION
PlaceWorks will develop several applications to assist the City in streamlining housing development reviews and be in compliance with State Housing Laws, as follows:
• Action (A): PlaceWorks will draft written procedures for how the City will process SB 35 applications and create a draft SB 35 application. PlaceWorks will provide these drafts in Microsoft word for City staff to review. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments and then provide final documents for the City to adopt and post on their website in word and pdf. PlaceWorks will draft the staff report for the hearing to adopt the procedures and the application. City staff will be responsible for taking the document to City Council for adoption.
• Action (B): Using HCD’s AB 2162 checklist PlaceWorks will draft a supplemental application form for projects eligible under AB 2162 for City staff to review. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments and then provide a final document. This will be included in the staff report for the SB 330 procedures. City staff will be responsible for taking the document to City Council for adoption. PlaceWorks will provide the documents for posting on the City website.
• Action (C): Using HCD’s SB330 Preliminary Application PlaceWorks will draft a pre-application form and procedures for the City to review. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments from City staff. PlaceWorks will include this information in the staff report for SB 330 and AB 2162. PlaceWorks will provide final documents for the City to post on their website.

TASK 2. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 1.2.5 IMPLEMENTATION
PlaceWorks will develop a list of incentives for posting on the City’s website, as well as researching information on Post-Entitlement Permit Procedures, including a list of requirements, review timelines, and examples of complete, approved applications to serve as best practice examples. • Action (B): PlaceWorks will schedule a meeting to discuss all the incentives the City currently offers and prepare a handout/flyer of these incentives to provide to developers and post on the City’s webpage. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments on the handout/flyer and then provide a final document for the City to post on their website. • Action Packet Pg. 61
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City of Gonzales and Placeworks Inc. Attachment 1 to Exhibit A Page 2 of 3 (C): PlaceWorks will schedule a meeting with City staff to discuss the City’s list of postentitlement procedures. PlaceWorks will then prepare a memo that includes the list of procedures that the City can provide for developers. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments and then provide a final document to the City.

TASK 3. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 1.3.1 (A) IMPLEMENTATION PlaceWorks will provide 2-3 sample missing middle ordinances from similarly sized jurisdiction for the City to consider along with a memo summarizing best practices for how to implement by-right missing middle zoning in the City. If the City would like to move forward with a missing middle ordinance, then PlaceWorks will draft a separate scope and budget to complete that task.

TASK 4. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 1.3.1 (B)
PlaceWorks will review the City’s Development Code and provide a memo with recommendations on objective standards the City should consider that will encourage missing middle and multi-unit housing types. If the City decides to move forward with incorporating the development standards PlaceWorks will prepare a separate scope and budget to complete those zoning code amendments.

TASK 5. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 1.3.1 (C) IMPLEMENTATION PlaceWorks will develop a Senate Bill 9 (SB 9, Government Code § 65852.21 and 66411.7) factsheet in English and in Spanish that includes information on the entitlement process for posting on the City’s website and made available at City Hall. PlaceWorks will provide a draft factsheet and then respond to one set of consolidated comments and then provide a final document to post on the City’s website and be made available at City Hall.

TASK 6. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 2.1.2 IMPLEMENTATION
PlaceWorks will prepare an Initial Prohousing Score (IPS) for the City. PlaceWorks will obtain and review the 2021–2029 Housing Element, Annual Progress Reports, and other available information available online and compile an IPS for the City. The IPS and a summary list of source documents will be shared with the Planning Director or designated staff. If the City is deemed eligible to apply for a Prohousing Designation, PlaceWorks will prepare a separate scope and budget to assist with the application.

TASK 7. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 2.2.3 IMPLEMENTATION
PlaceWorks will create two fact sheets to assist with housing services for persons with disabilities. • Action (A): PlaceWorks will create a flyer that identifies Universal Design options. PlaceWorks will ensure that this factsheet is made available in both English and Spanish for posting on the City’s website and at the permit counter.
• Action (D): PlaceWorks will create a bilingual brochure (English and Spanish) on reasonable accommodation for posting on the City’s website and to be available at City Hall.

TASK 8. HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRAM 2.2.4 IMPLEMENTATION
PlaceWorks will create a factsheet on farmworker housing for posting on the City’s website and to be available at City Hall. PlaceWorks will respond to one set of consolidated comments and then provide a final document for the City to post on their website.

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TASK 9. PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PlaceWorks assumes we will conduct seven check-in meetings throughout the project, below is a list of assumed meetings:
• Kick-Off Meeting
• Task 1: Check-in meeting
• Task 2: Check-in meeting
• Task 3-5: Check-in meeting
• Task 6: Check-in meeting
• Task 7-8: Check-in meeting
• One additional check-in meeting at some time through the project.

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COMPENSATION SCHEDULE / COST ESTIMATE / BUDGET
Proposed Schedule
PlaceWorks can begin work immediately and assume implementation of all programs will take no more than 6 months.

Cost Estimate
PlaceWorks assumes a total budget of $46,745 to complete the scope of work.

Table 2 PlaceWorks – Budget

TASK COST
Task 1: Housing Element Program 1.2.1 Implementation $7,800 Task 2: Housing Element Program 1.2.5 Implementation $6,385 Task 3: Housing Element Program 1.3.1(A) Implementation $4,650 Task 4: Housing Element Program 1.3.1(B) Implementation $4,165 Task 5: Housing Element Program 1.3.1(C) Implementation $4,805 Task 6: Housing Element Program 2.1.2 Implementation $2,530 Task 8: Housing Element Program 2.2.3 Implementation $7,350 Task 9: Housing Element Program 2.2.4 Implementation $3,130 Task 10: Project Management $5,930
Total Budget $46,745
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COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT DEPARTMENT

STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Taven Kinison Brown, Community Development Director THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle Housing Element

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
• Open the public hearing;
• Close the public hearing; and
• Waive reading, read by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving the New 6th Cycle Housing Element by Amending Title 12- (Zoning Regulations) with Associated Zoning Map and Zoning Regulation Text Changes, as Follows: Provisions in Chapter 12.08-Definitions, Chapter 12.20-Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48-Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56-Summary Of Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68-R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112-General Applications, and Chapter 12.120-Parking, and the Addition of New Chapter 12.54-Reasonable Accommodations, Chapter 12.110-AHO Affordable Housing Overlay, Chapter 12.154-Local Education Agency Lands, Chapter 12.156-Employee Housing, Chapter 12.158-Licensed Residential Care Facilities, and Chapter 12.160-Transitional and Supportive Housing, and Amending the Zoning Map to Comply with the General Plan.

BACKGROUND
On August 4, 2025, the City Council introduced, waived the first reading, and read by title only Ordinance No. 2025-152, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving the New AGENDA
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6th Cycle Housing Element Update by Amending Title 12- (Zoning Regulations) with Associated Zoning Map and Zoning Regulation Text Changes.

Public Notice for announcing the consideration and adoption of Ordinance No.2025-152 was published on August 6, 2025, for consideration on this date August 18, 2025, by the City Council.

REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
Zoning Text Amendments
Embodied in Ordinance 2025-152, the City has added the following zoning text amendments to comply with State law.
• Amended/Added the following definitions in Chapter 12.08 (Definitions) o (Added) “Low-Barrier Navigation Center”
o (Added) “Employee Housing, Large” and “Employee Housing, Small” o (Added) “Target Population”
o (Amended) Residential Care Facilities, Large and Small” — Replaced with definitions for “Licensed Residential Care Facilities” and “Unlicensed Residential Care Facilities” o (Amended) “Family,” “Emergency Shelter,” “Transitional Housing,” and “Supportive Housing”
• Amended Chapter 12.48 (Density Bonus) to comply with the most recent State Law • Added new Section 12.48.040.B (Supplemental Density Bonus Programs) to offer local bonus incentives, including:
o Urban Agriculture Bonus – for projects that provide 500+ sq. ft. of edible garden space. o Large Family Bonus – for developments reserving 35% of units for large families (3+ bedrooms) or 20% for 4+ bedrooms.
o Universal Design Bonus – for projects incorporating step-free access, livable ground floors, and accessible environmental controls in at least 20% of units. • Amended Section 12.56.040 (List of Permitted and Conditional Uses By Zoning District) to address:
o Low-Barrier Navigation Centers
o Employee Housing, Small
o Employee Housing, Large
o Licensed and Unlicensed Residential Care Facilities
o Manufactured Homes
o Transitional and Supportive Housing
• Amended Section 12.120.150 (Parking Standards) to remove covered parking requirements and revise the current guest parking space standards.
• Amended Section 12.112.020 (Accessory Dwelling Units) to comply with ADU/JADU law and allow JADUs within all single-family dwellings.
• Amended Section 12.68.040.A.2 (R-2 Development Standards) to increase the maximum allowed density to 20 dwelling units per acre.
• Added new Chapter 12.54 (Reasonable Accommodations) to establish a procedure for individuals with disabilities to request accommodation for equal access to housing. • Added new Chapter 12.154 (Local Education Agency Lands) to encourage the development of housing on local education agency (LEA) lands.
• Added new Chapter 12.156 (Employee Housing) to establish development standards and a streamlined approval process for employee housing consisting of 12 units or fewer. • Added new Chapter 12.158 (Licensed Residential Care Facilities) to establish development standards for licensed residential care facilities.
• Added new Chapter 12.160 (Transitional and Supportive Housing) to establish development standards for Supportive Housing, up to 50 units.

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Embodied in Ordinance 2025-152, the City has added the following zoning map amendments to comply with State law.

Rezone to Meet RHNA
• Affordable Housing Overlay
o Added new Chapter 12.110 (Affordable Housing Overlay). o The six parcels listed below will be rezoned to apply the Affordable Housing Overlay (IAHO) zone.
o The proposed allowable density will be 20-30 units per acre. o Permitted uses include multiple-family residential uses (by right, as defined in Government Code Section 65583.2(i)), low-barrier navigation centers, residential care facilities, supportive housing, and transitional housing

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW
In Resolution No. 2025-51, approved by the City Council on August 4, 2025, the City Council determined that the Common Sense Exemption to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Applied to the Proposed 6th Cycle Housing Element, General Plan Land Use Text Amendment and Zoning Ordinance Text/Map Amendments as Supported by the Housing Element Update CEQA Exemption Technical Memorandum Prepared in February of 2025.

Explain the Recommendation and How it Supports the Vision Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small-town charm.

Explanation: Preparation of the updated housing element and its implementation Ordinance No. 2025-152 has presented an opportunity for the City to directly engage citizens and interest groups in defining housing issues particular to the City of Gonzales, and in creating solutions that meet the needs of the community. Public participation has been the cornerstone of the process.

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Explain: Preparation of the updated housing element and its implementation Ordinance No. 2025-152 has presented an opportunity for the City to directly engage citizens and interest groups in defining housing issues particular to the City of Gonzales, and in creating solutions that meet the needs of the community. Public participation has been the cornerstone of the process.

Additionally, staff has secured grant funding to facilitate and implement the programs and policies of the new 6th Cycle Housing Element.

ALTERNATIVES
Not adopting Ordinance No. 2025-152 would delay the City from coming compliant with state direction at the Department of Housing and Community Development. Additional delay may also compromise our grant funding re-imbursements for our implementation efforts to date and moving forward. Delay or not approving the 6th Cycle Housing Element would negate the need for the consulting services contract with Placeworks Inc, presented as a separate agenda item on this August 18, 2025, Agenda.

BUDGET IMPACT
REAP 2.0 Grant funding has been secured that is covering staff and consultant contract costs for implementation of the 6th Cycle Housing Element. The REAP 2.0 grant is offsetting the Community Development Director’s time and efforts with report writing, public noticing and presentation items before the Planning Commission and City Council, resulting in modest general fund savings for those hours worked and material expenses to the effort. Long-term, it is hoped that the updated 6th Cycle Housing Element and the implementation of the zoning text and map changes in Ordinance No. 2025- 152, results in additional housing units constructed in the community, adding social as well as fiscal value to the community.

SCHEDULE
Following a second reading and adoption of the ordinance, the new zoning provisions will be in-force 30 days later.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council:
• Open the public hearing;
• Close the public hearing; and
• Waive reading, read by title only, and adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving the New 6th Cycle Housing Element by Amending Title 12- (Zoning Regulations) with Associated Zoning Map and Zoning Regulation Text Packet Pg. 69
Changes, as Follows: Provisions in Chapter 12.08-Definitions, Chapter 12.20-Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48-Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56-Summary Of Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68-R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112-General Applications, and Chapter 12.120-Parking, and the Addition of New Chapter 12.54-Reasonable Accommodations, Chapter 12.110-AHO Affordable Housing Overlay, Chapter 12.154-Local Education Agency Lands, Chapter 12.156-Employee Housing, Chapter 12.158-Licensed Residential Care Facilities, and Chapter 12.160-Transitional and Supportive Housing, and Amending the Zoning Map to Comply with the General Plan.

Attachments:

1. Public Hearing Notice

2. Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element
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AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES APPROVING THE NEW 6TH CYCLE HOUSING ELEMENT UPDATE BY AMENDING TITLE 12- (ZONING REGULATIONS) WITH ASSOCIATED ZONING MAP AND ZONING REGULATION TEXT CHANGES, AS FOLLOWS: PROVISIONS IN CHAPTER

12.08-DEFINITIONS, CHAPTER 12.20-SITE PLAN PERMITS, CHAPTER 12.48- DENSITY BONUS, CHAPTER 12.56-SUMMARY OF ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES, CHAPTER 12.68-R-1 MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT, CHAPTER 12.112-GENERAL APPLICATIONS, AND CHAPTER 12.120- PARKING, AND THE ADDITION OF NEW CHAPTER 12.54-REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS, CHAPTER 12.110-AHO AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY, CHAPTER 12.154-LOCAL EDUCATION AGENCY LANDS, CHAPTER 12.156- EMPLOYEE HOUSING, CHAPTER 12.158-LICENSED RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES, AND CHAPTER 12.160-TRANSITIONAL AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING,

AND AMENDING THE ZONING MAP TO COMPLY WITH THE GENERAL PLAN WHEREAS, local governments are required by Government Code Section 65350 et. seq. to prepare, adopt, and amend general plans; and
WHEREAS, state law requires every general plan to include seven mandatory elements, and the housing element is one of the mandatory elements; and WHEREAS, in accordance with state law, a draft Housing Element for the 2023-2031 planning period was prepared by the City of Gonzales; and WHEREAS, on February 29, 2024, the City submitted a Public Review Draft of the 2023- 2031 Housing Element to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) for review; and
WHEREAS, on May 29, 2024, HCD issued a letter regarding its review of the draft 2023- 2031 Housing Element; and
WHEREAS, the City revised its draft 2023-2031 Housing Element in response to each of HCD’s comments; and
WHEREAS, on December 24, 2024, the City received a letter from HCD stating that the 2023-2031 Housing Element meets most statutory requirements and after implementation of program HE-1.1.4 to rezone six parcels (APNs 020-011-001, 223-081-015, 223-081-013, 223-081- 012, 223-081-016, 223-081-014) and amend the City’s Industrial Land Use designation in the Geneal Plan to allow for residential, the City will be found in compliance with state direction, and WHEREAS, Code Amendments required to implement the 6th Cycle Housing Element in keeping with current State of California regulations include the following: Chapter 12.08 Definitions, Chapter 12.20 Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48 Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56 Summary of Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68 R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112 General Applications, and Chapter 12.120 Parking of the Gonzales City Code; and
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WHEREAS, Zoning Map Amendments (rezoning actions) are necessary to implement the rezoning required by Program HE-1.1.4 (Affordable Housing Overlay Rezone) of the City’s 2023-2031 Housing Element Update.; and
WHEREAS, on July 14, 2025, the Planning Commission of the City of Gonzales held a duly noticed public hearing at which all persons wishing to testify in connection with the proposed actions were heard; and
WHEREAS, on July 14, 2025, the Planning Commission of the City of Gonzales adopted a resolution recommending that the City Council approve the subject Zoning Map Amendments and Code Amendments to implement the 6th Cycle Housing Element; and WHEREAS, the staff report and supporting materials accompanying this Resolution are found to be true and correct; and
WHEREAS, the City will submit the 2023-2031 Housing Element to HCD for final review for compliance; and,
WHEREAS, all legal prerequisites prior to adoption of this Resolution have occurred.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Gonzales as follows:

SECTION 1. Recitals. All of the above recitals are found to be true and correct and by this reference are incorporated herein as findings.

SECTION 2. Code Amendments. Chapter 12.08 Definitions, Chapter 12.20 Site Plan Permits, Chapter 12.48 Density Bonus, Chapter 12.56 Summary of Zoning Districts and Permitted Uses, Chapter 12.68 R-1 Medium Density Residential District, Chapter 12.112 General Applications, and Chapter 12.120 Parking of the Gonzales City Code are hereby repealed and replaced with those provisions provided in “Attachment 1" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference. Chapter 12.54 Reasonable Accommodations, Chapter 12.110 AHO Affordable Housing Overlay, Chapter 12.154 Local Education Agency Lands, Chapter 12.156 Employee Housing, Chapter 12.158 Licensed Residential Care Facilities, and Chapter 12.160 Transitional and Supportive Housing of the Gonzales City Code are hereby added as provided in “Attachment 1" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

SECTION 3. Zoning Map Amendments. The City of Gonzales Zoning Map is hereby amended to implement the rezoning required by Program HE-1.1.4 (Affordable Housing Overlay Rezone) of the City’s 2023-2031 Housing Element Update. The required rezoning to the six sites is provided in “Attachment 2" attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

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SECTION 5. Severability. Every section, paragraph, clause, and phrase of this Ordinance is hereby declared severable. If, for any reason, any section, paragraph, clause, or phrase is held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such invalidity or unconstitutionality shall not affect the validity or constitutionality of the remaining section, paragraphs, clauses, or phrases.

SECTION 6. Effective Date. This Ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days following its final passage. The City Clerk is directed to cause copies of this Ordinance to be posted or published as required by Government Code Section 36933.

This Ordinance was introduced and first read by the City Council of the City of Gonzales at a regular meeting on the 4th of August 2025 and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council on the 18th day of August 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:
________________________________________
Jose L. Rios, The Honorable Mayor
ATTEST:
___________________________________
Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
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The following red underlined text will be added and/or amended in Chapter 12.08, Definitions.

12.08.020: TERMS DEFINED

ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (ADU)
An attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary residence. It shall include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation on the same parcel as the single-family or multifamily dwelling is or will be situated. An ADU also includes the following:
a. An efficiency unit.
b. A manufactured home, as defined in Section 18007 of the Health and Safety Code.

EFFICIENCY UNIT
A unit that has the same meaning as defined in Section 17958.1 of the Health and Safety Code.

EMERGENCY SHELTERS:

Interim housing interventions, including but not limited to, navigation centers, bridge housing, and respite or recuperative care that is limited to occupancy of six months or less. No individual or household may be denied emergency shelter because of an inability to pay.

EMPLOYEE HOUSING, LARGE:

Any housing in compliance with California Health and Safety Code Section 17008, including temporary mobile homes and any attached or detached dwelling unit used to house farm or agricultural workers and their family members. Employee housing consisting of no more than 36 beds in group quarters (or 12 units or less) designed for use by a single family or household is treated as agricultural use as described in California Health and Safety Code 17021.6.

EMPLOYEE HOUSING, SMALL:

Any housing in compliance with California Health and Safety Code Section 17008, including temporary mobile homes and any attached or detached dwelling unit used to house farm or agricultural workers and their family members. Employee housing for six or fewer persons is treated as a single-family structure and residential use as described in California Health and Safety Code Sections 17021.5.

FAMILY:

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IMPACT FEE
A fee that has the same meaning as the term “fee,” as defined in subdivision (b) of Section 66000, except that it also includes fees specified in Section 66477. “Impact Fee” does not include any connection fee or capacity charge by a local agency, special district, or water corporation.

JUNIOR ACCESSORY DWELLING UNIT (JADU)
A unit that is no more than five hundred (500) square feet in size and contained entirely within a singlefamily residence. A JADU may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.

LIVABLE SPACE
A space in a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.

LIVING AREA
The interior habitable area of a dwelling unit, including basements and attics, but does not include a garage or any accessory structure.

LOCAL AGENCY
A City, County, or City and County, whether general law or chartered.

LOW-BARRIER NAVIGATION CENTERS:

A housing-first, low-barrier, service-enriched shelter focused on moving people into permanent housing that provides temporary living facilities while case managers connect individuals experiencing homelessness to income, public benefits, health services, shelter, and housing.

NONCONFORMING ZONING CONDITION
A physical improvement on a property that does not conform with current zoning standards.

OBJECTIVE STANDARDS
Are standards that involve no personal or subjective judgment by a public official and are uniformly verifiable by reference to an external and uniform benchmark or criterion available and knowable by both the development applicant or proponent and the public official prior to submittal.

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PASSAGEWAY
A pathway that is unobstructed clear to the sky and extends from a street to one entrance of the accessory dwelling unit.

PERMITTING AGENCY
Any entity that is involved in the review of a permit for an accessory dwelling unit or junior accessory dwelling unit and for which there is no substitute, including, but not limited to, applicable planning departments, building departments, utilities, and special districts.

PRIMARY DWELLING UNIT
The single-family dwelling or each multifamily dwelling but does not include an ADU or JADU. An attached garage is considered part of the primary dwelling unit.

PROPOSED DWELLING
A dwelling that is the subject of a permit application and that meets the requirements for permitting.

PUBLIC TRANSIT
A location, including, but not limited to, a bus stop or train station, where the public may access buses, trains, subways, and other forms of transportation that charge set fares, run on fixed routes, and are available to the public.

RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY, LICENSED:

Any family home, group care facility, or similar facility, licensed by the state, that is maintained and operated to provide twenty-four (24) hour nonmedical care of persons in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily life or for the protection of the individual. A Large Licensed Residential Care Facility serves seven (7) or more clients, while a Small Licensed Residential Care Facility serves six (6) or fewer clients.

RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITY, UNLICENSED:

Any family home, group home, group care facility, or similar facility, not required to be licensed by the state and operated as a single housekeeping unit, maintained and operated to provide twenty-four (24) hour nonmedical care of persons in need of personal services, supervision, or assistance essential for sustaining the activities of daily life or for the protection of the individual.

SUPPORTIVE HOUSING:

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TANDEM PARKING
Two (2) or more automobiles are parked on a driveway or in any other location on a lot, lined up behind one another.

TARGET POPULATION:

Persons with lower incomes, as defined in Health & Safety Code § 50093, who have one or more disabilities, including mental illness, HIV or AIDS, substance abuse, or other chronic health condition, or individuals eligible for services provided pursuant to the Lanterman Developmental Disabilities Services Act (California Welfare and Institutions Code Sections 4500, et seq.) and may include, among other populations, adults, emancipated minors, families with children, elderly persons, young adults aging out of the foster care system, individuals exiting from institutional settings, veterans, and homeless people.

TRANSITIONAL HOUSING:

Buildings configured as rental housing developments, but operated under program requirements that call for the termination of assistance and recirculation of the assisted unit to another eligible program recipient at some predetermined future point in time, which shall be no less than six (6) months, as defined in Health & Safety Code § 50675.2.

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CHAPTER 12.48 DENSITY BONUS
SECTION:

12.48.010: Purpose

12.48.020: Applicability

12.48.030: Qualifications

12.48.040: Density Bonus, Incentives and Concessions

12.48.050: Application

12.48.060: Review and Consideration

12.48.070: Continued Affordability

12.48.080: Density Bonus Calculations

12.48.010 PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to implement the State Density Bonus Law, California Government Code Section 65915 et seq.

12.48.020 APPLICABILITY:

This chapter shall be applicable in all zoning districts that allow residential uses.

12.48.030 QUALIFICATIONS:

All proposed housing developments that qualify under California Government Code Section 65915 for a density increase and other incentives, and any qualified land transfer under California Government Code Section 65915 shall be eligible to apply for a density bonus (including incentives and/or concessions) consistent with the requirements, provisions and obligations set forth in California Government Code Section 65915, as may be amended.

12.48.040 DENSITY BONUS, INCENTIVES AND CONCESSIONS:

A. The City of Gonzales shall grant qualifying housing developments and qualifying land transfers a density bonus, the amount of which shall be as specified in California Government Code Section 65915 et seq., and incentives or concessions also as described in California Government Code Section 65915 et seq. A specific density bonus calculation chart for each qualifying housing development type is provided in section 12.48.080 of this title.

B. Supplemental Density Bonus Programs. Projects qualifying for a density bonus under Packet Pg. 79
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Program Criteria for
Eligibility
Incentive 1:

Density
Increase (5%)
Incentive 2:

Density
Increase (10%)
Incentive 3:

Density
Increase (15%)
Urban Agriculture
Density Bonus
Program
Provides at least
500 sq. ft. of
accessible edible
garden space
made available for
all residents
Projects with a
total of 500 sq. ft.
of edible garden
space made
available for all
residents
Projects with a
total of 1,000 sq.
ft. of edible
garden space
made available for
all residents
Projects with
1,500 sq. ft. of
edible garden
space made
available for all
residents
Large Family
Density Bonus
Program
Rental
developments of
≥5 units with
either 35% largefamily units (3
bedrooms) of the
total units, or
20%+ of the total
units as 4+
bedroom units
Project with 35%
of units as largefamily units (3-
bedroom units)
Project with 20%
of units as 4+
bedroom units
Project with 25%
of units as 4+
bedroom units
Universal Design
Density Bonus
Program
At least 20% of
units incorporate
all of the following
features: stepless
entry on an
accessible path of
travel, a complete
livable entry floor,
including 32-inch
clear-width
doorways and
hallways, and the
provision of all
environmental
controls at
accessible heights
Projects with 20%
of units meeting
Universal Design
Regulations
Projects with 30%
of units meeting
Universal Design
Regulations
Projects with 40%
of units meeting
Universal Design
Regulations

12.48.050 APPLICATION:

An application for a density bonus or other incentive under this article for a housing development shall be submitted in writing to the Community Development Department to be processed concurrently with all other entitlements of the proposed housing development. The application for a housing development shall contain information sufficient to fully evaluate the request under the requirements of this article and applicable State law.

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12.48.060 REVIEW AND CONSIDERATION:

The application shall be considered by the Planning Commission or City Council concurrently with the project for which the request is being made is considered. If the project is not to be otherwise considered by the Planning Commission or the City Council, the request being made under this article shall be considered by the Community Development Director. The request shall be approved if the applicant complies with the provisions of California Government Code Section 65915 et seq.

12.48.070 CONTINUED AFFORDABILITY:

Consistent with the provisions of California Government Code Section 65915 et seq., prior to a density bonus or other incentives being approved for a project, the City and the applicant shall agree to an appropriate method of assuring the continued availability of the density bonus units.

12.48.080 DENSITY BONUS CALCULATIONS:

The table below provides the density bonus calculations pursuant to State Density Bonus Law:

Base
Project
Set
Aside 1
Very
Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income 2
Land
Donation
Senior
Housing
3 Foster
Youth,
Disabled
Vets,
Homeless
4 Student
Housing
5 5% 20% — — — 20% — —
6% 22.5% — — — 20% — —
7% 25% — — — 20% — —
8% 27.5% — — — 20% — —
9% 30% — — — 20% — —
10% 32.5% 20% 5% 15% 20% 20% —
11% 35% 21.5% 6% 16% 20% 20% —
12% 38.75% 23% 7% 17% 20% 20% —
13% 42.5% 24.5% 8% 18% 20% 20% —
14% 46.25% 26% 9% 19% 20% 20% —
15% 50% 27.5% 10% 20% 20% 20% —
16% 50% 29% 11% 21% 20% 20% —
17% 50% 30.5% 12% 22% 20% 20% —
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Project
Set
Aside
1 Very
Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
2 Land
Donation
Senior
Housing 3
Foster
Youth,
Disabled
Vets,
Homeless 4
Student
Housing 5
18% 50% 32% 13% 23% 20% 20% —
19% 50% 33.5% 14% 24% 20% 20% —
20% 50% 35% 15% 25% 20% 20% 35%
21% 50% 38.75% 16% 26% 20% 20% 35%
22% 50% 42.5% 17% 27% 20% 20% 35%
23% 50% 46.25% 18% 28% 20% 20% 35%
24% 50% 50% 19% 29% 20% 20% 35%
25% 50% 50% 20% 30% 20% 20% 35%
26% 50% 50% 21% 31% 20% 20% 35%
27% 50% 50% 22% 32% 20% 20% 35%
28% 50% 50% 23% 33% 20% 20% 35%
29% 50% 50% 24% 34% 20% 20% 35%
30% 50% 50% 25% 35% 20% 20% 35%
31% 50% 50% 26% 35% 20% 20% 35%
32% 50% 50% 27% 35% 20% 20% 35%
33% 50% 50% 28% 35% 20% 20% 35%
34% 50% 50% 29% 35% 20% 20% 35%
35% 50% 50% 30% 35% 20% 20% 35%
36% 50% 50% 31% 35% 20% 20% 35%
37% 50% 50% 32% 35% 20% 20% 35%
38% 50% 50% 33% 35% 20% 20% 35%
39% 50% 50% 34% 35% 20% 20% 35%
40% 50% 50% 35% 35% 20% 20% 35%
41% 50% 50% 38.75% 35% 20% 20% 35%
42% 50% 50% 42.5% 35% 20% 20% 35%
43% 50% 50% 46.25% 35% 20% 20% 35%
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Project
Set
Aside 1
Very
Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income 2
Land
Donation
Senior
Housing
3 Foster
Youth,
Disabled
Vets,
Homeless
4 Student
Housing
5 44% 50% 50% 50% 35% 20% 20% 35%
100% 6 80% 80% 80% 35% 20% 20% 35%
Footnote:
1 Affordable unit percentage is calculated excluding the units added by density bonus. 2 Only applies to for-sale units, not to rental units.
3 No affordable units are required. The bonus is limited to twenty percent (20%) of the number of senior units only if no units are affordable.
4 The bonus is equal to twenty five percent (25%) of the number of units designated for very low income foster youth, disabled veterans, and the homeless.
5 The bonus is equal to forty percent (40%) of the number of student housing units designated for low-income students.
6 Applies when one hundred percent (100%) of the total units (other than manager’s units) are restricted to very low, low, and moderate income (maximum twenty percent (20%) moderate). If the project is within one-half mile of a major transit stop, there is no maximum density.

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CHAPTER 12.54

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS
SECTION:

12.54.010: Purpose

12.54.020: Applicability

12.54.030: Procedure

12.54.040: Review Authority

12.54.050: Written Decision

12.54.060: Required Findings

12.54.070: Appeals

12.54.010 PURPOSE:

This chapter provides a procedure to request reasonable accommodation for persons with disabilities seeking equal access to housing under the Federal Fair Housing Act and the California Fair Employment and Housing Act (together, the acts) in the application of zoning laws and other land use regulations, policies, and procedures.

12.54.020 APPLICABILITY:

A. A request for reasonable accommodation may be made by any person with a disability, their representative, or any entity, when the application of a requirement of this title or other City requirement, policy, or practice acts as a barrier to fair housing opportunities. A person with a disability is a person who has a physical or mental impairment that limits or substantially limits one or more major life activities, anyone who is regarded as having such impairment, or anyone who has a record of such impairment. This chapter is intended to apply to those persons who are defined as disabled under the acts.

B. A request for reasonable accommodation may include a modification or exception to the rules, standards, and practices for the siting, development, and use of housing or housing-related facilities that would eliminate regulatory barriers and provide a person with a disability equal opportunity to housing of their choice.

C. A reasonable accommodation is granted to the household that needs the accommodation and does not apply to successors in interest to the site.

D. A reasonable accommodation may be granted in compliance with this chapter without the need for the approval of a variance.

12.54.030 PROCEDURE:

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1. The applicant's name, address, and telephone number;

2. Name and address of the property for which the request is being made;

3. The current actual use of the property;

4. The basis for the claim that the individual is considered disabled under the acts;

5. The zoning code provision, regulation or policy from which reasonable accommodation is being requested; and

6. Why the reasonable accommodation is necessary to make the specific property accessible to the individual.

B. Notice to the Public of Availability of Accommodation Process. Notice of the availability of reasonable accommodation shall be displayed at public information counters in the Community Development Department, advising the public of the availability of the procedure for eligible individuals. Forms for requesting reasonable accommodation shall be available to the public in the Community Development Department.

C. Review with Other Land Use Applications. If the project for which the request for reasonable accommodation is being made also requires some other discretionary approval (including conditional use permit, development review, etc.), then the applicant shall file the information required by subsection (A)(1) of this section together for concurrent review with the application for discretionary approval.

D. Confidentiality. Any information identified by an applicant as confidential shall be retained in a manner so as to respect the privacy rights of the applicant and shall not be made available for public inspection.

E. Available Assistance. If an individual needs assistance in making the request for reasonable accommodation, the City shall provide assistance to ensure that the process is accessible.

12.54.040 REVIEW AUTHORITY:

A. Community Development Director. A request for reasonable accommodation shall be reviewed by the Community Development Director if no approval is sought other than the request for reasonable accommodation.

B. If necessary to reach a determination on the request for reasonable accommodation, the reviewing authority may request further information from the applicant consistent with fair housing laws, specifying in detail the Packet Pg. 85
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12.54.050 WRITTEN DECISION:

The written decision on the request for reasonable accommodation shall explain in detail the basis of the decision, including the reviewing authority’s findings on the criteria set forth in section 12.54.060 of this title. All written decisions shall give notice of the applicant’s right to appeal and to request reasonable accommodation in the appeals process as set forth below. The notice of decision shall be sent to the applicant by certified mail.

A. The written decision of the reviewing authority shall be final unless an applicant appeals to the Planning Commission.

B. If the reviewing authority fails to render a written decision on the request for reasonable accommodation within the thirty (30) daytime period allotted by section 12.54.040 of this title, the request shall be deemed granted.

C. While a request for reasonable accommodation is pending, all laws and regulations otherwise applicable to the property that is the subject of the request shall remain in full force and effect.

12.54.060 REQUIRED FINDINGS:

The written decision to grant, grant with modifications, or deny a request for reasonable accommodation shall be consistent with fair housing laws and based on the following factors:

A. Whether the housing, which is the subject of the request for reasonable accommodation, will be used by an individual with disabilities protected under fair housing laws; B. Whether the requested accommodation is necessary to make housing available to an individual with disabilities protected under the fair housing laws;
C. Whether the requested accommodation would impose an undue financial or administrative burden on the jurisdiction; and
D. Whether the requested accommodation would require a fundamental alteration in the nature of the City’s land use and zoning or building program.

12.54.070 APPEALS:

A. Within thirty (30) days of the date of the Director’s written decision, an applicant may appeal an adverse decision. Appeals from the adverse decision shall be made in writing.

B. If an individual needs assistance in filing an appeal on an adverse decision, the City will provide assistance to Packet Pg. 86
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C. All appeals shall contain a statement of the grounds for the appeal. Any information identified by an applicant as confidential shall be retained in a manner so as to respect the privacy rights of the applicant and shall not be made available for public inspection.

D. Nothing in this procedure shall preclude an aggrieved individual from seeking any other state or federal remedy available.

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CHAPTER 12.56

SUMMARY OF ZONING DISTRICTS AND PERMITTED USES
TABLE 1

PERMITTED AND CONDITIONALLY PERMITTED USES
R1R-1D R2MHP HC NC MU MU-CC I OS PF
Residential Uses
Manufactured structure, residential P P P P C C
Residential care facility, large (7 or more)
licensed (Refer to Chapter 12.158)

P P P C C C
Residential care facility, small (6 or fewer)
licensed or unlicensed (Refer to Chapter

12.158)

P P P P P
Supportive housing (Refer to Chapter

12.160)

P P P P P
Transitional housing (Refer to Chapter

12.160)

P P P P P
Employee Housing P P P
Agricultural Uses
Employee housing, large C C C C
Employee housing, small P P P P C
Community Service
Large/small family daycare P3 P3 P3 C3 C3 C3
Industrial Uses
Employee Housing, Large (Chapter

12.156)
P
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CHAPTER 12.68
R-2MEDIUM DENSITY RESIDENTIAL DISTRICT

12.68.040 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:

The following regulations shall apply in all R-2 districts and shall be subject to the provisions of chapter

12.128 if not covered here:

A. Single-Family Dwellings.

2. Maximum allowable density: twenty (20) units/acre.

5. Maximum height: three stories but not exceeding forty feet (40’) in height, as defined in section

12.08.020 (definition of "building height").

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CHAPTER 12.110

AHO AFFORDABLE HOUSING OVERLAY
SECTION:

12.110.010: Purpose and Intent

12.110.020: Applicability

12.110.030: Permitted Uses

12.110.040: Development Standards

12.110.050: Affordability Requirements

12.110.060: Plan Review and Processing

12.110.010 PURPOSE AND INTENT:

The purpose of the Affordable Housing Overlay (AHO) Zone is to encourage the development of very low-, low-, and moderate-income housing units in the City of Gonzales by providing increased density and streamlined approval for housing development projects on sites identified as suitable for lower-income housing. This chapter implements Government Code Section 65583.2. Any site contained in the AHO Zone shall be indicated by the “-AHO” designation.

12.110.030 PERMITTED USES:

Allowed uses listed under Industrial (I) in Table 1 of Section 12.56.040 of this title, and in addition, the following residential uses shall be permitted:

A. Multiple family residential;
B. Low Barrier Navigation Centers;
C. Residential Care Facilities (Refer to Chapter 12.158); D. Supportive housing (Refer to Chapter 12.160); and
E. Transitional housing (Refer to Chapter 12.160).

12.110.040 PERMITTED USES BY-RIGHT:

Housing Element inventory sites number 1-6 identified in Table 9 (Capacity of Sites Allowing Residential Development) of the City’s 2023-2031 Housing Element or by the Department of General Services Housing and Local Land Development Opportunities Map shall comply with State law:

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B. Any sites being used to accommodate the current lower-income RHNA that are nonvacant and were identified in the previous planning period or vacant and identified in two or more previous consecutive planning periods, providing appropriate densities and providing at least 20% of the total units in the development as affordable to lower income households shall be permitted by right consistent with Government Code Section 65583.2(i).

12.110.050 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:

A. Minimum Density: All residential developments within the AHO Zone shall provide a minimum density of twenty (20) dwelling units per acre.

B. Minimum Lot Size: Lot size shall be a minimum of zero point eight (0.8) acres (thirty four thousand and eight hundred forty eight (34,848) square feet).

C. Maximum Lot Coverage: Lot coverage shall not exceed ninety percent (90%).

D. Floor Area Ratio: Floor area ratio shall not apply within the AHO Zone.

E. Maximum Building Height: Maximum building height shall not exceed fifty-five feet (55’) and four (4) stories. Additional height and/or stories may be allowed with a conditional use permit.

F. Minimum Setbacks: Setbacks shall be a minimum of the following measured from the property line:

1. Front: twenty feet (20’).

2. Side:
a. Five feet (5)’ per story.
b. Twelve feet (12’) on the driveway side only if the setback includes a portion of a driveway shared with the neighboring lot.
c. Zero lot lines shall be allowed for detached garages or carports that are situated in the rear yard setback and share a wall with the neighboring accessory structure serving the same purpose.
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3. Rear = ten feet (10’).

G. Parking: Parking requirements as specified in chapter 12.120 of this title.

H. Landscaping: Landscaping requirements as specified in chapter 12.124 of this title, except that when buildings are proposed within commercial districts and with zero foot (0) setbacks at the front property line, or with one hundred percent (100%) lot coverage, landscaping requirements may be reduced or waived.

12.110.060 AFFORDABILITY REQUIREMENTS:

A. Income Levels: All housing units built pursuant to this division shall provide a minimum of twenty percent (20%) of all units as affordable to extremely low- income, very low- income, or low- income households as defined and periodically updated by the California Department of Housing & Community Development (HCD) for Monterey County.

B. Affordability Restrictions: Each affordable unit must be restricted for a minimum of fifty five (55) years for rental units and forty five (45) years for owner-occupied units. The deed restriction or affordable housing agreement shall be recorded prior to, or concurrently with, final map recordation or, where the qualified housing development does not include a map, prior to issuance of a building permit for any structure on the site. The Director is hereby authorized to enter into the agreements authorized by this section on behalf of the City upon approval of the agreements by City attorney for legal form and sufficiency.

C. Manager’s Unit: For all developments where all units are affordable units and include between ten (10) and forty (40) units, one (1) manager's unit is exempt from the affordability requirement. For a development between forty one (41) and eighty (80) units, up to two (2) manager's units are exempt from the affordability requirement. For developments of eighty one (81) or more units, up to three (3) manager's units are exempt from the affordability requirement. Developments that provide nine (9) or less affordable units do not obtain an exemption for a manager unit.

12.110.070 PLAN REVIEW AND PROCESSING:

Residential developments in the AHO Zone that include at least twenty percent (20%) lower-income units are permitted by-right consistent with Government Code Sections 65583.2(h) and (i) and shall be approved by the Community Development Director.

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CHAPTER 12.112 GENERAL APPLICATIONS

12.112.020 ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS:

A. Intent. The intent of this section is to allow Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and Junior Accessory Dwelling Units (JADU) that:

1. Contribute needed housing to the community’s housing stock;

2. May be rented but may not be sold separately from the primary residence;

3. Are within a residential zoning district; and

4. Are consistent with the intent and requirements of California Government Code (Gov. Code) Title 7, Division 1, Chapter 13, Accessory Dwelling Units.

B. Permit Required.

1. A Building Permit is required for ADUs and JADUs (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a)).

2. The provisions included in this section are applicable to all lots that:
a. Are zoned to allow single-family or multifamily residential uses; b. Include a proposed or existing dwelling unit (Gov. Code, § 66313, subd. (a)).

3. Any application for an ADU that meets the location and development standards contained in this section shall be approved ministerially without discretionary review or public hearing.

C. Processing Time and Submittal Requirements.

1. Processing Time.
a. On lots with an existing single-family or multifamily dwelling, an application to create an ADU or JADU shall be approved within sixty (60) days of submission of a complete application, unless either:
(1) The permit application to create an ADU or JADU is submitted concurrently with a permit application to create a new single-family or multifamily dwelling on the lot, in which case the City shall not act on the permit application for the ADU or JADU until the City acts on the permit application for the new single-family or multifamily dwelling unit; or Packet Pg. 93
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b. If the City has not acted upon the completed application for the ADU or JADU within sixty (60) days, and neither of the above exceptions are met, then the application for the ADU or JADU shall be deemed approved (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a)).

2. Submittal Requirements. The application for an ADU or JADU shall be submitted to the Community Development Department. An ADU shall be reviewed as part of the City’s Building Permit process, and compliance with the standards of this chapter will be verified through the ministerial planning review process .

3. Denial/Remedies. If the City denies an application for an ADU or JADU, the City will provide in writing a full set of comments within sixty (60) days to the applicant from the date they received a completed application with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied by the applicant. When the primary dwelling is proposed concurrent with the ADU then more than sixty (60) days can be taken by the City (Gov. Code, § 66317).

D. Density and Consistency. An ADU that conforms to the requirements in this section shall (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (c)):

1. Not be considered for the purposes of evaluating the density requirements established in the General Plan.

2. Be found consistent with the City’s General Plan designation and zoning for the lot.

3. Not be considered a new residential use for the purpose of calculating local agency connection fees or capacity charges for utilities, including water and sewer service.

4. Not be considered in the application of any local ordinance, policy, or program to limit residential growth.

E. Development and Operational Standards.

1. When a garage, carport, or covered parking structure is demolished in conjunction with the construction or conversion of a detached or attached ADU, replacement parking is not required (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(11).

2. A demolition permit for a detached garage that is to be replaced with a detached or attached ADU shall be reviewed with the application for the ADU and issued at the same time (Gov.

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3. Availability of Utilities All accessory dwelling units shall be connected to public utilities or their equivalent, including water, electric, and sewer services, unless the accessory dwelling unit was constructed with a new single-family dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66324). a. Utility Connections. The City may require a new or separate utility connection directly between an ADU and the utility.
b. Water and Sewer System: The City may require a water or sewer service connection directly between an ADU and the water and sewer service, or demonstration that the well and septic system is adequately sized for the new demand.

4. Fire Sprinklers. If fire sprinklers are not required for the primary residence, then installation of fire sprinklers are not required in an ADU. The construction of an ADU shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers to be installed in the existing primary dwelling. However, if the primary residence undergoes significant remodeling and is required to install fire sprinklers, an ADU created after the remodel would also be required to install fire sprinklers (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(12)).

5. Building Code. Building code requirements for detached dwellings shall be applied to ADUs, except that the construction of an ADU shall not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the building code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code (Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations) ((Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(8)).

6. Occupancy. Owner occupancy is not required on a property with an ADU.

7. State-exempt ADUs. State-exempt ADUs shall not be subject to any local development or design standard that is not authorized by Section 66323 but shall comply with applicable building code and health and safety standards.

F. Rental and Sale Limitations.

1. Long-Term Rentals Only. Rental of the ADU created pursuant to this section shall be for a term thirty (30) days or longer (Gov. Code, § 66315). Occupancy of the ADU or JADU shall not be allowed until the City approves occupancy of the primary dwelling unit (Gov. Code, § 66328).

2. Sale and Conveyance. An ADU may be sold or conveyed separately from the primary residence to a qualified buyer if all the requirements of Gov. Code, § 66341 are met.

3. If all the requirements of Gov. Code, § 66342 are met, the separate conveyance of the primary dwelling unit and ADU are allowed as condominiums.

G. Fee Requirements.

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1. Connection Fees or Capacity Charges. An ADU shall not be considered a new residential use for the purposes of calculating connection fees or capacity charges for utilities, including water and sewer service, unless the ADU was constructed with a new single-family dwelling. This only applies to ADUs, not JADUs (Gov. Code, § 66324, subd. (b)).

2. Impact Fees. Impact fees shall not be imposed on an ADU that is less than seven hundred fifty (750) square feet in floor area. For all other ADUs, impact fees shall be charged proportionate to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit (Gov. Code, § 66324, subd. (c)).

H. Conditions for Nonconforming Uses and Structures.

1. Nonconforming Conditions. Notwithstanding chapter 12.132 of this title, to the contrary, until January 1, 2030, an owner of an ADU or JADU that receives a notice to correct violations or abate nuisance, in relation to the ADU or JADU, may request a delay for five (5) years in enforcement of a building standard, as long as the violation is not a health and safety issue as determined by the local agency, subject to compliance with the Gov. Code, § 66331 and Health and Safety Code § 17980.12(a)-(c), and the following conditions:
a. The ADU or JADU was built before January 1, 2020.
b. The ADU or JADU was built on or after January 1, 2020, in a local jurisdiction that, at the time the ADU or JADU was built, had a noncompliant ADU or JADU ordinance, but the ordinance is compliant at the time the request is made.
c. This section shall remain in effect only until January 1, 2035, and as of that date is repealed.

2. The City shall not deny an application for a permit to create an ADU due to the correction of nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures that do not present a threat to public health and safety and are not affected by the construction of the ADU in compliance with Gov. Code, § 66322, subd. (b).

I. Number of ADUs or JADUs Permitted Per Legal Parcel or Lot. An application for a permit to establish an ADU or JADU that meets at least one (1) of the following descriptions shall be ministerially approved without a public hearing and is not subject to the development standards of this chapter (Gov. Code § 66317, subd. (a)).

1. One (1) ADU and one (1) JADU are permitted per lot within the existing or proposed space of a singlefamily dwelling or within an existing accessory structure, that meets specified requirements such as exterior access and setbacks for fire and safety (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(1)).

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2. One (1) detached new construction ADU. One(1) JADU may also be combined with a detached ADU (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(2)).

3. Multiple ADUs within the portions of multifamily dwelling structures that are not used as livable space.

Local agencies must allow an amount of ADUs up to twenty five percent (25%) of the dwelling units in existing multifamily dwelling structures, or a minimum of one (1), whichever is greater (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(3)).

4. Up to two (2) detached ADUs on a lot that has proposed multifamily dwellings (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(4)(iii).

5. Up to eight (8) detached ADUs on a lot that has existing multiple family dwellings provided that the number of ADUs does not exceed the number of existing units on the lot. (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(4)(ii))
J. Detached ADUs.

1. Location. Detached ADUs must be accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family or multifamily dwelling. An existing dwelling on-site may be classified as the detached ADU after construction and occupation of a proposed dwelling on-site. Detached ADUs may be located in an existing accessory structure.

2. Maximum Number of Detached ADUs.
a. When accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, the maximum number of detached ADUs shall be one (1). The detached ADU may be in addition to an existing or proposed attached ADU or an existing or proposed JADU (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(2)). b. When accompanied by a proposed multifamily dwelling, the maximum number of detached ADUs shall be eight (8) per lot. Detached ADUs are not required to be detached from each other but must be detached from the multifamily dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(4)(A). c. When proposed for a lot with multifamily dwelling(s), the maximum number of detached ADUs shall be eight (8)per lot. Detached ADUs are not required to be detached from each other but must be detached from the multifamily dwelling (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(4)(ii)). d. In no case shall the total number of primary dwellings and ADUs/JADUs exceed four (4) on two (2) parcels created via an SB 9 (Chapter 162, Statutes of 2021) lot split. (Gov. Code §§ 65852.21 and 66411.7, subd. (j)(1) and 66411.7, subd. (2)).

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3. Floor Area.
a. The minimum floor area shall be one hundred fifty (150’) square feet. b. When accompanied by an existing or proposed single-family dwelling, the maximum floor area shall be no more than one thousand two hundred (1,200’) square feet (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(5)).

4. Minimum Setbacks.
a. The minimum side, street side, and rear-yard setback shall be four feet (4’), except when converting or replacing an existing accessory structure that is less than four feet (4’) from the side, street side, or rear yard (Gov. Code, §§ 66314, subd. (d)(7), and 66323, subd. (a)(2)). b. No setback shall be required for an existing living area or accessory structure or a structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure that is converted to an accessory dwelling unit or to a portion of an ADU, and a setback of no more than four feet (4’) from the side and rear lot lines shall be required for an ADU that is not converted from an existing structure or a new structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure (Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a)).

5. Maximum Height. The maximum height of detached ADUs shall be as follows (Gov. Code, § 66321, subd. (b)(4)):
a. For one (1) story detached ADUs, the maximum height shall be sixteen feet (16’). Where the detached ADU is within one-half (0.5) mile walking distance of a major transit stop or a highquality transit corridor, as defined in Section 21155 of the California Public Resources Code, or with an existing or proposed multifamily dwelling of more than one (1) story, the maximum height shall be eighteen feet (18’).
b. For two (2) story detached ADUs, the maximum height shall be twenty five feet (25’). c. Height Exceptions.
(1) An additional two feet (2’) in height shall be allowed to accommodate a roof pitch on an ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit. (2) When an existing accessory structure is converted to a detached ADU, the maximum height may exceed the limits of subsection (K)(5)(1) of this section to an amount Packet Pg. 98
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6. Parking.
a. Parking Requirements. A maximum of one (1) parking space shall be required per ADU or per bedroom, whichever is less. These spaces may be provided as tandem parking on a driveway or in front and/or rear setback areas. (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (d)(10)). b. Exceptions. No parking shall be required for ADUs in any of the following instances (Gov.

Code, §§ 66314, subd. (b)(2), and 66322, subd. (a)):
(1) The ADU is within one-half-mile walking distance of public transit. (2) The ADU is within an architecturally and historically significant historic district. (3) The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure. (4) When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant(s) of the ADU. (5) There is a car-share vehicle within one (1) block of the ADU. (6) When a permit application for the ADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling or a new multifamily dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the parcel satisfies any other criteria listed in Gov. Code § 66322,subd. (a)).

7. Development Standards. Detached ADUs shall comply with all applicable base zone district objective development standards, including lot coverage, floor area ratio, open space, front setbacks, and minimum lot size, unless application of any one (1) or more of these standards precludes construction of at least an eight hundred (800) square-foot detached ADU.

K. Attached ADUs.

1. Location. Attached ADUs must be accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family or multifamily dwelling.

2. Maximum Number of Attached ADUs.
a. When accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, the maximum number of attached ADUs shall be one (1). The attached ADU may be in addition to an existing or proposed detached ADU and/or an existing or proposed JADU (Gov. Code § 66323, subd. (a)(1–2).

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c. In no case shall the total number of primary dwelling and ADUs exceed four (4) on any given lot zoned for single-family residential uses (Gov. Code, § 66411.7, subd (j)).

3. Floor Area.
a. The minimum floor area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet. b. Single-family Attached ADU (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(1)(A)). (1) The maximum floor area may expand up to one hundred fifty (150) square feet from the existing primary dwelling unit.
(2) If the ADU expands beyond one hundred fifty one (151) square feet from the existing primary dwelling unit, then the floor area shall not exceed fifty percent (50%) of the living area of the existing primary dwelling unit.

4. Minimum Setbacks.
a. The minimum side, street side, and rear yard setback shall be four feet (4’), except when converting or replacing an existing attached accessory structure that is less than four feet (4’) from the side, street side, or rear yard.
b. No setback shall be required for an existing living area or accessory structure or a structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure that is converted to an accessory dwelling unit or to a portion of an ADU, and a setback of no more than four feet (4’) from the side and rear lot lines shall be required for an ADU that is not converted from an existing structure or a new structure constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as an existing structure (Gov. Code, § 66314, subd. (c)(7)).

5. Maximum Height.
a. The maximum height of attached ADUs shall be two (2) stories and twenty five feet (25’) or the maximum height specified by the base zone district for the primary dwelling, whichever is lower (Gov. Code, § 66321, subd. (b)(4)).

Packet Pg. 100 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle b. Attached ADUs that are interior to an existing structure that is converted shall not exceed the height of that existing structure.

6. Parking. No parking shall be required for an attached ADU.

7. Development Standards.
a. Attached ADUs shall comply with all applicable base zone district objective development standards (Gov. Code, § 66321, subd. (b)(3)), including limits on lot coverage, objective design standards, floor area ratio, open space, front setbacks, and minimum lot size unless application of any one or more of these standards precludes construction of at least an eight hundred (800) square-foot attached ADU with four feet (4’) side and rear yard setbacks. b. The City shall not use or impose additional standards other than those provided in Gov. Code, § 66314, including an owner-occupant requirement, except that the City may require that the property may be used for rentals of terms thirty (30) days or longer (Gov. Code, § 66315).

L. Junior Accessory Dwelling Units.

1. Location. JADUs must be accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family dwelling on a lot zoned for single-family use. A JADU must be within the walls of the primary single-family dwelling, including, but not limited to, an attached garage (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(1)). One (1) JADU may also be combined with a detached ADU (Gov. Code, § 66323, subd. (a)(2)).

2. Maximum Number of JADUs.
a. When accompanied by a proposed or existing single-family dwelling, the maximum number of JADUs shall be one (1) per lot. The JADU may be in addition to an existing or proposed detached ADU or an existing or proposed attached ADU .
b. In no case shall the total number of primary dwelling and ADUs/JADUs exceed four (4) on any given lot zoned for single-family residential uses (Gov. Code, §§ 65852.21 and 66411.7).

3. Floor Area.
a. The minimum floor area shall be one hundred fifty (150) square feet. b. The maximum floor area shall be five hundred (500) square feet.

4. Parking. No parking shall be required for a JADU, including replacement parking.

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5. Exterior Access. Access shall be provided to the JADU independent from the primary dwelling.

6. Sanitation Facilities. Sanitation facilities may be separate or shared with the primary dwelling. If shared with the primary dwelling, the JADU shall provide an interior entry to the living area of the primary dwelling, separate from the exterior access required to the JADU.

7. Kitchen Features. An efficiency kitchen shall be provided, including all of the following (Gov. Code, § 66333, subd. (f)):
a. A cooking facility with appliances.
b. A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the junior accessory dwelling unit.

8. Occupancy. Owner-occupancy shall be required in either the remaining portion of the primary singlefamily dwelling or the newly created JADU. Owner-occupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization (Gov. Code, § 66333, subd. (b)).

9. Deed Restriction. A deed restriction shall be recorded on the property which shall run with the land, and a copy of which shall be provided to the Community Development Department. The deed restriction shall include both of the following (Gov. Code, § 66333, subd. (c)):
a. A prohibition on the sale of the JADU separate from the sale of the single-family dwelling, including a statement that the deed restriction may be enforced against future purchasers. b. A restriction on the size and attributes of the JADU that conforms with this section.

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CHAPTER 12.120 PARKING
SECTION:

12.120.150: Number Required; Dwellings

12.120.150 NUMBER REQUIRED; DWELLINGS:

A. Single-Family Dwellings: Every single-family dwelling shall be provided with at least two (2) parking spaces. Spaces shall be covered by a completely enclosed garage or a carport.

B. Multi-Family Dwellings:

Required parking spaces for multi-family dwellings shall be:

Studio 1 space
One bedroom 1 space
Two bedrooms 2 spaces
Three bedrooms 2 spaces
Four bedrooms 3 spaces

1. Parking Design: All uncovered parking must be screened by means of an earth berm and/or landscaping.

2. Guest Parking: In multi-family dwellings, one (1) guest parking space shall be provided for each three (3) units.

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CHAPTER 12.154 LOCAL EDUCATION AGENCY LANDS
SECTION:

12.154.010: Purpose

12.154.020: Applicability

12.154.030: Permitted Uses

12.154.040: Development Standards

12.154.050: Application and Review Procedures

12.154.010 PURPOSE:

The purpose of this section is to implement the provisions of California Government Code Section 65914.7 (enacted by AB 2295 of 2022) to authorize the development of housing on properties owned by Local Education Agencies (LEAs) to support the provision of affordable housing for public school employees, teachers, and other public agency staff. This chapter ensures compliance with all requirements under Government Code Section 65914.7 and prioritizes ministerial approval processes for eligible projects.

12.154.020 APPLICABILITY:

A. This chapter shall apply to properties owned by LEAs, including the Gonzales Unified School District, the Monterey County Office of Education, and other public educational agencies within the city limits.

B. Eligible LEA-owned lands shall be zoned for residential uses or other non-residential uses that permit residential development under this chapter, including all properties designated for educational use that qualify under Government Code Section 65914.7.

12.154.030 PERMITTED USES:

A. LEA-owned properties may be developed with residential housing that meets the requirements of this section and Government Code Section 65914.7 and other applicable state laws.

B. Development projects shall be permitted by-right and approved by the Community Development Director, provided that the project meets all of the following criteria:

1. At least fifty (50%) of the units shall be affordable to lower-income households as defined in Health and Safety Code Section 50079.5; and

2. Units prioritize occupancy for LEA employees, public school teachers, and other employees of public agencies within the City.

C. Development projects may include shall be permitted by-right and approved by the Community Development Director, provided that the project meets all of the following criteria:

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12.154.040 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:

A. Projects developed under this section shall comply with all development standards requirements of the R-2 zoning district.

B. Consistent with Government Code Section 65914.7, projects may exceed local height limitations, density requirements, and other development standards, as necessary to make the development feasible, unless such exemptions would present a specific, adverse impact to public health or safety.

12.154.050 APPLICATION REVIEW AND PROCEDURES:

A. Residential projects proposed under this chapter shall be processed ministerially, without discretionary review or hearings, in accordance with the streamlined provisions of Government Code Section 65914.7.

B. Any objective standards or requirements that would physically preclude the development of a project at the permitted density, height, or with other exemptions under this section shall not apply.

Packet Pg. 105 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle The following red underlined text will be new Chapter 12.156, Employee Housing.

CHAPTER 12.156 EMPLOYEE HOUSING
SECTION:

12.156.010: Purpose

12.156.020: Six or Fewer Employees

12.156.030: Districts Where Agricultural Uses are Allowed

12.156.040: Streamlined Approval for Agricultural Employee Housing Developments

12.156.010 PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to establish procedures and standards for the approval and creation of employee housing.

12.156.020 SIX OR FEWER EMPLOYEES:

Employee housing providing accommodation for six or fewer employees shall be deemed to be a singleunit structure with a residential land use and shall be treated the same as a single unit dwelling of the same type in the same zoning district.

12.156.030 DISTRICTS WHERE INDUSTRIAL USES SERVING THE
AGRICULTURAL INDUSTRY ARE ALLOWED:

The permitted occupancy in employee housing in a zone allowing agricultural uses shall include agricultural employees who do not work on the property where the employee housing is located and may consist of no more than thirty six (36) beds in a group quarters or twelve (12) units or spaces designed for use by a single family or household on land zoned for agricultural uses. Such employee housing shall be considered to be an activity that in no way differs from an agricultural use.

12.156.040 STREAMLINED APPROVAL FOR AGRICULTURAL EMPLOYEE

HOUSING DEVELOPMENTS
To be eligible for streamlined approval under this section in accordance with the provisions of California Health and Safety Code Section 17021.8, an industrial agricultural employee housing development must meet all of the following requirements:

A. The development must be located on land designated as agricultural in the City of Gonzales General Plan.

B. The development must be twelve (12) units or less.

Packet Pg. 106 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle C. The development must not be located in any of the following areas:

1. Wetlands, as defined in the United States Fish and Wildlife Service Manual, Part 660 FW 2 (June 21, 1993).

2. A very high fire hazard severity zone, as determined by the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Section 51178 of the Government Code.

3. A hazardous waste site that is listed pursuant to Section 65962.5 of the Government Code or a hazardous waste site designated by the Department of Toxic Substances Control pursuant to Section 25356.

4. A delineated earthquake fault zone as determined by the State Geologist in any official maps published by the State Geologist.

5. A flood plain as determined by maps promulgated by the Federal Emergency Management Agency.

D. The development must meet all applicable requirements of the City of Gonzales Municipal Code, including but not limited to the following:

1. The development must have adequate water and wastewater facilities;

2. The development must comply with all applicable zoning and land use regulations; and

3. The development must comply with all applicable building and safety codes.

Packet Pg. 107 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle The following red underlined text will be new Chapter 12.158, Licensed Residential Care Facilities.

CHAPTER 12.158 LICENSED RESIDENTIAL CARE FACILITIES
SECTION:

12.158.010: Purpose

12.158.020: Permitted Zones

12.158.030: Development Standards

12.158.040: Application Procedures

12.158.010 PURPOSE:

The purpose of this chapter is to implement the applicable state regulations in a manner that allows for the establishment of residential care facilities while preserving the character of the zone in which the uses are located. To protect the public health, safety and welfare, to preserve and protect the integrity of residential neighborhoods, and to ensure this code does not act as a disincentive to or unreasonably restrict the development of residential care facilities residential care facilities shall be assessed, allowed and developed in accordance with the standards set forth in this chapter.

12.158.020 PERMITTED ZONES:

A. Large Licensed Residential Care Facilities shall be considered a residential use of property and shall be “P” Permitted in all primary residential zones in the City of Gonzales, and shall be “C” Conditionally Permitted in the MU Mixed Use and the MU-CC Mixed Use - Commercial Core zones. While P Permitted in the primary residential districts, such facilities are subject to an administrative level Site Plan requirement to demonstrate conformance to the Development Standards of Section 12.158.03 and the underlying zoning district.

B. A Large Licensed Residential Care Facility that also qualifies as Supportive Housing or Transitional Housing shall be subject only to those restrictions and development standards that apply to other residential dwellings of the same type (e.g., single-family or multifamily) in the same zone. Notwithstanding the previous sentence, if the facility qualifies as “supportive housing” as defined in Government Code Section 65650 (which has a different definition of “target population” than the definition in chapter 12.08 of this title), then the facility shall be a use by-right in all zones where multifamily and mixed uses are permitted and shall be processed as required by Government Code Sections Packet Pg. 108 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle 65650, et seq.

C. Small Licensed Residential Care Facilities and Unlicensed Residential Care Facilities shall be considered a residential use of property. Small Residential Care Facilities, Licensed, and Unlicensed Residential Care Facilities are permitted uses in all zones permitting residential uses in Gonzales subject to compliance with the restrictions and development standards for other residential dwellings of the same type (e.g., single-family or multifamily) in the same zone.

12.158.030 DEVELOPMENT STANDARDS:

The following development standards shall apply to a Large Licensed Residential Care Facility:

A. Development Standards. Unless otherwise indicated below, the Large Residential Care Facility must conform to the development standards for the zoning classification in which it is located.

B. Accessory Dwelling Units. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall not be located in an Accessory Dwelling Unit unless the primary dwelling unit is used for the same purpose.

C. Kitchens. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility must provide either of the following:

1. Congregate dining facilities; or

2. Kitchens in individual units.

D. Landscaping. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall provide minimum landscaped areas in accordance with the landscaping standards for the zoning classification in which it is located.

E. Signs. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall comply with the provisions of chapter 12.116 of this title.

F. Lighting. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall comply with the provisions of the lighting standards for the zoning classification in which it is located. Security night lighting must be shielded so that the light source cannot be seen from adjacent residential properties.

G. Parking. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall provide one (1) off-street automobile parking space per the greatest number of employees on duty at any one time, as well as a minimum of one (1) off-street automobile parking space for every ten (10) Packet Pg. 109 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle residents for visitors.

H. Common Areas and Open Space. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facilities shall include at least three hundred fifty (350) square feet of indoor or outdoor common areas or open space, plus five (5) square feet per resident. The common area(s) or open space shall be furnished. Appropriate furnishings for indoor spaces include, but are not limited to, such items as lounge chairs, couches, tables with chairs, writing desks, and televisions. Outdoor furnishings include but are not limited to such items as outdoor benches, tables with chairs, barbeques, and shade coverings like arbors, patio covers, garden shelters or trellises. A central dining room shall be provided. The size of the room shall be sufficient to accommodate all of the residents. The minimum room size shall be the product of the proposed maximum number of residents in the facility multiplied by five (5) square feet per resident; however, in no instance shall the central dining room be less than three hundred fifty (350) square feet.

I. Management. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facilities shall have either:

1. A manager who resides on-site; or

2. A number of persons acting as a manager who are either present at the facility on a 24- hour basis or who will be available twenty-four (24) hours a day, seven (7) days a week to physically respond within forty-five (45) minutes notice and who are responsible for the day-to-day operation of the facility. The provisions of this section shall be superseded by any management requirements imposed on the Large Licensed Residential Care Facilities pursuant to state law.

J. Security. A designated area for on-site personnel shall be located at the main entrance to the facility for the purpose of controlling admittance to the facility and providing security.

Emergency contact information shall be posted on the exterior of the facility adjacent to the main entrance, as well as on the interior in a location accessible to all residents.

K. Personal Storage. Each resident of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall be provided with at least one (1) private storage area or private closet, with a lock or other security mechanism, in which to store their personal belongings.

12.158.040 APPLICATION PROCEDURES:

The application for a Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall be submitted and processed in accordance with the requirements for residential developments in the zone in which the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility is proposed, and with the requirements of Site Plan Permit or Conditional Use Packet Pg. 110 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle Permits. In addition, the application for a Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall include the following:

A. Applicant Information. The name and address of the applicant, including the name and address of the lessee, if the property is to be leased by someone other than the applicant; and the name and address of the owner of the property for which the Site Plan Permit or Conditional Use Permit is requested. If the applicant and/or lessee or owner is a partnership, corporation, firm, or association, then the applicant/lessee shall provide the additional names and addresses as follows and such persons shall also sign the application:

1. Every general partner of the partnership;

2. Every owner with a controlling interest in the corporation; or

3. The person designated by the officers of the corporation as set forth in a resolution of the corporation that is to be designated as the permit holder for the use permit.

B. Owner Authorization. If the operator of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility is not the legal owner of the property, the operator shall provide written documentation evidencing the owner’s authorization and approval to operate the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility at the property.

C. Parcel Information. The zoning and general plan designations and assessor's parcel number(s) of the site on which the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility is proposed.

D. Project Description. A narrative project description of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility that summarizes the proposed use and its purpose.

E. Plan, Building Diagram and Floor Plan. A preliminary site plan, drawn to scale, showing the facility’s building footprint and property lines as well a diagram intended to show:

1. All building(s) to be occupied, including a floor plan for all rooms intended for residents’ use indicating the number of residents per bedroom, the location and number of beds for all residents; and

2. On-site parking, including designations of staff and visitor parking.

F. Facility Users. The projected number and types of users of the facility, including but not limited to, residents, staff, clients, visitors, and students.

G. Transportation and Parking. Expected parking demand and vehicular use and the availability of and proximity to public transportation or other means to transport facility users.

Packet Pg. 111 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle H. Management Plan. A comprehensive Management Plan, which shall include, at a minimum, the following:

1. Detailed information on property management policies and operations, including information regarding maintenance and repairs;

2. An explanation of how the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility, intends to meet the requirements of subsection 12.158.040.I of this section;

3. An explanation of how the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility, intends to meet the requirements of subsection 12.158.040.J of this section;

4. A copy of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility’s written resident intake procedures, including rental procedures and rates;

5. A copy of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility’s written termination and eviction procedures;

6. A copy of the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility’s resident and guest rules; and

7. If applicable, the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility’s plan for disposing of medical waste or other bio-waste.

I. Licensing. Proof of all required licensing from the California Department of Social Services, the California Department of Health and Human Services, the California Department of Health Care Services, or other applicable regulatory agency, along with a license and permit history of the applicant(s), including whether such applicant(s), in previously operating a similar use in this or another city, county or state under license and/or permit, has had such license and/or permit revoked or suspended, and the reason therefore.

J. Similar Facilities. A list of addresses of all other licensed facilities for which a Conditional Use Permit is requested in the State of California owned or operated by the applicant(s) within the past five (5) years and whether such facilities have been found by state or local authorities to be operating in violation of state or local law.

K. Project Review. The Community Development Director or Planning Commission shall review an application for the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility and shall approve, conditionally approve, or disapprove of the application for the Large Licensed Residential Care Facility. The decision of the Community Development Director or Planning Commission shall be final unless appealed to the City Council within the timeframes set forth in the Gonzales Municipal Code.

L. Findings and Decision. The Community Development Director or Planning Commission Packet Pg. 112 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle shall only approve an application for a Large Licensed Residential Care Facility if the Community Development Director or Planning Commission make all of the findings required pursuant to the Site Plan Permit or Conditional Use Permit requirements and conforms with all provisions of this section.

M. Design Review. The Large Licensed Residential Care Facility shall be designed in context with the surrounding residential or urban character and shall draw from the City of Gonzales Neighborhood Design Guidelines. Architectural renderings and plans shall supplement the City’s Site Plan review or Conditional Use Permit review.

Packet Pg. 113 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle The following red underlined text will be new Chapter 12.160, Transitional and Supportive Housing.

CHAPTER 12.160 TRANSITIONAL AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING
SECTION:

12.160.010: Transitional and Supportive Housing

12.160.020: Supportive Housing, Up to 50 Units

12.160.010 TRANSITIONAL AND SUPPORTIVE HOUSING:

Transitional and supportive housing, as defined in Section 50675.2 and 50675.14, respectively, of the California Health and Safety Code, constitutes a residential use and are subject only to those restrictions that apply to other residential uses of the same type in the same zoning district.

12.160.020 SUPPORTIVE HOUSING, UP TO 50 UNITS:

Pursuant to California Government Code Section 65651, supportive housing development with up to fifty (50) supportive housing units shall be permitted by-right in all zones where multifamily and mixed use residential development are permitted provided the development satisfies all of the following requirements:

A. All supportive housing units within the development are subject to a recorded affordability restriction for fifty five (55) years.

B. One hundred percent of the units, excluding managers' units, within the development are dedicated to lower income households and are receiving public funding to ensure affordability of the housing to lower income Californians. For purposes of this paragraph, “lower income households” has the same meaning as defined in Section 50079.5 of the Health and Safety Code.

C. At least twenty five percent (25%) of the units in the development or twelve (12) units, whichever is greater, are restricted to residents in supportive housing who meet criteria of the target population. If the development consists of fewer than twelve (12) units, then one hundred percent (100%) of the units, excluding managers' units, in the development shall be restricted to residents in supportive housing.

D. The developer shall provide the information required by California Government Code Section 65652 to the Community Development Department.

Packet Pg. 114 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle E. Nonresidential floor area shall be used for onsite supportive services in the following amounts:

1. For a development with twenty (20) or fewer total units, at least ninety (90) square feet shall be provided for onsite supportive services.

2. For a development with more than twenty (20) units, at least three percent (3%) of the total nonresidential floor area shall be provided for onsite supportive services that are limited to tenant use, including, but not limited to, community rooms, case management offices, computer rooms, and community kitchens.

F. The developer replaces any dwelling units on the site of the supportive housing development in the manner provided in paragraph (3) of subdivision (c) of Government Code Section 65915.

G. Units within the development, excluding managers' units, include at least one (1) bathroom and a kitchen or other cooking facilities, including, at minimum, a stovetop, a sink, and a refrigerator.

H. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Section to the contrary, the local government shall, at the request of the project owner, reduce the number of residents required to live in supportive housing if the project-based rental assistance or operating subsidy for a supportive housing project is terminated through no fault of the project owner, but only if all of the following conditions have been met:

1. The owner demonstrates that it has made good faith efforts to find other sources of financial support.

2. Any change in the number of supportive service units is restricted to the minimum necessary to maintain project's financial feasibility.

3. Any change to the occupancy of the supportive housing units is made in a manner that minimizes tenant disruption and only upon the vacancy of any supportive housing units.

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ATTACHMENT
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Packet Pg. 116 Attachment: Ordinance No. 2025-152 Housing Element (3340 : Adopt Ordinance No. 2025-152 Implementing Rezoning Actions for the 6Th Cycle City of Gonzales

CITY ATTORNEY

STAFF REPORT
TO: Honorable Mayor Rios and City Council
DATE: August 18, 2025
FROM: Michael Rodriquez, City Attorney
THROUGH: Carmen Gil, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report

RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider and adopt Resolution No. 2025-53, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving and Accepting the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071(d) and Renewing City of Gonzales Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709-Military Equipment.”

BACKGROUND
Effective January 1, 2022, Assembly Bill 481 (codified in Government Code Section 7070 et seq.) requires legislative bodies to adopt ordinances approving military equipment policies before law enforcement agencies can continue to engage in specified activities related to the use of what the state legislature has defined as “military equipment” in Government Code Section 7070. The Gonzales Police Department Military Equipment Policy was approved by the City Council by Ordinance No. 2022-131 on June 20, 2022.

Government Code Section 7071(e)(1) states that a governing body shall review any ordinance that it has adopted pursuant to this section approving the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment at least annually and, subject to paragraph (e)(2), to vote on whether to renew the ordinance at a regular meeting.

Paragraph (e)(2) of Government Code Section 7071 states that the governing body shall determine, based on an annual report, whether each type of military equipment identified in that report has complied with the standards for approval set forth in subdivision (d) of Section 7071, which reads as follows:

AGENDA
ITEM
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(A) The military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.
(B) The proposed military equipment use policy will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties.
(C) If purchasing the equipment, the equipment is reasonably cost-effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety. (D) Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment use policy that was in effect at the time, or if prior uses did not comply with the accompanying military equipment use policy, corrective action has been taken to remedy nonconforming uses and ensure future compliance.

If the governing body determines that a type of military equipment identified in its annual military equipment report has not complied with the standards for approval set forth above, the governing body shall either disapprove a renewal of the authorization for that type of military equipment or require modifications to the military equipment use policy in a manner that will resolve the lack of compliance.

In order to facilitate the orderly annual ordinance review referenced above, Government Code Section 7072 requires that any law enforcement agency that receives approval for a military equipment use policy pursuant to Section 7071 shall submit to the government body an annual military equipment report for each type of military equipment approved by the governing body within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The law enforcement agency shall also make each annual military equipment report required by this section publicly available on its internet website for as long as the military equipment is available for use. The annual military equipment report shall, at a minimum, include the following information for the immediately preceding year for each type of military equipment:
(1) A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. (2) A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment. (3) The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.
(4) The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.
(5) The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment. (6) If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment.

A copy of the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Annual Report 2024-25 is attached to the resolution accompanying this report as Exhibit A.

REVIEW AND ANALYSIS
The City Council considered and adopted Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709- Military Equipment” on June 20, 2022. During the June 20 meeting, and the prior meeting at which Ordinance No. 2022-131 was introduced, the Council took comment from the public and discussed the ordinance and involved policy.

On May 19, 2025, the Council received the Police Department’s 2024-2025 Annual Report on military equipment. The Report was thereafter posted on the City’s website in accordance with legal requirements.

Staff also publicized the date and location of the required “Community Engagement Meeting” concerning the Report, initially set as a part of the City Council’s regular meeting agenda for July 21, 2025, and then rescheduled to August 18, 2025, through social media, postings, and as a part of the City Council’s Packet Pg. 118
posting of its meeting agenda. Policy 709 has been continuously posted on the City website since adoption.

The Annual Report is meant to provide yearly information about each type of military equipment that was approved by Council. In Gonzales, the only military equipment possessed by the Police Department is nine (9) semi-automatic rifles, three (3) 38mm “Less Lethal Projectile Launchers,” and an Unmanned Aerial System (“drone”). The drone is the only recent Department purchase of military equipment, approved by Ordinance 2023-141 in October of 2023; the referenced rifles and the projectile launchers were already in the Department’s possession when AB 481 came into effect. The Report contains a summary of how such equipment was used, any complaints or concerns received about the equipment, and any associated costs related to the equipment’s use. For this reporting period, all equipment was utilized for periodic limited or minimal use in the public and/or for training purposes, and all costs were contained within budget appropriations. The Report does not seek approval of future acquisitions of military equipment.

The Council should hold a community meeting to receive comment upon and to discuss the Annual Report. Thereafter, State law requires that the City review and consider renewal of its ordinance and military equipment policy. There have been no changes in the types or use of military equipment held by the Police Department in the past year and as such, all of the findings made by the Council in support of the adoption of Policy 709 should remain unchanged. Based on this determination, staff believes that both the Annual Report and Ordinance and Policy 709 can be renewed for another year by way of resolution finding that the Annual Report has been prepared in accordance with legal requirements and that there have been no changes to the policy. The adoption of a new ordinance is not needed at this time.

Explain Recommendation and How it Supports the Vision.

Gonzales will continue to be a safe, clean, family-friendly community, diverse in its heritage, and committed to working collaboratively to preserve and retain its small town charm.

Explain: Tracking military equipment owned and used by the Police Department has been deemed by the legislature as an effective means of reassuring the public that such equipment is being properly deployed and is necessary for public safety.

Explain how the Recommendation Directly Implements the Mission The City Council and Staff of the City of Gonzales will realize our Vision by providing the leadership, commitment and resources necessary to provide excellent services that enhance the quality of life of our diverse community. X Yes ____No ____NA
Explain: It is important for the residents of Gonzales to know what equipment is available to the Police Department to provide protection services in an effective and cost-efficient manner.

City services will be delivered in a cost-effective, respectful and friendly manner to ensure the safety and well being of the residents and the promotion of business, recreational, housing and employment opportunities in an environmentally sustainable manner. X Yes ___No ___NA Explain: See above.

Strong fiscal policies allow us to provide appropriate infrastructure for:
• Public Safety Yes ____ No X NA
• Housing Yes ____ No X NA
• Recreation Yes ____ No X NA
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• Environment Yes ____ No X NA
• Education Yes ____ No X NA
Explain: NA.

ALTERNATIVES
• Adopt Resolution No. 2025-53 “Approving and Accepting the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071(d) and Renewing City of Gonzales Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709-Military Equipment.” • Council could make changes to the Military Equipment Policy and/or Ordinance No. 2022-131 if the Council determines that there has been non-compliance with standards set forth in subdivision (d) of Section 7071 of the Government Code. Council can also renew or disapprove renewal of the authorization for that type of military equipment or require modifications to the military equipment policy in a manner that will address and resolve lack of compliance.

BUDGET IMPACT
There will not be any new, unplanned direct fiscal impacts in continuing the ownership and minimal use of equipment already in the Police Department’s inventory or continuing to collaborate with other law enforcement agencies utilizing miliary equipment, including in mutual aid circumstances. Maintenance costs of existing equipment, if any, is within the Police Department’s budget.

CONCLUSION
It is recommended that the City Council consider and adopt Resolution No. 2025-53, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Gonzales Approving and Accepting the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Military Equipment Use Report Pursuant to Government Code Section 7071(d) and Renewing City of Gonzales Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709-Military Equipment.”
Attachments:

1. Public Hearing Notice

2. Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B
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NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
AB 481 MILITARY EQUIPMENT ANNUAL REPORT 2024-2025
Pursuant to the provisions of AB 481, the City of Gonzales adopted Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709- Military Equipment” on June 20, 2022. Policy 709 identifies all military equipment possessed and subject to use by the Gonzales Police Department and provides details on related training and costs. In accordance with Government Code Section 7072, the Gonzales Police Department is required to submit an annual military equipment report concerning all equipment identified in its Military Equipment Policy (and any amendments thereto) to the City Council and make the Annual Report available for public review by posting on the City’s website. The Department submitted its 2024-2025 Annual Report and the same was accepted by the City Council on May 19, 2025, and a copy of the Report is attached below. The City is also required to conduct an engagement meeting with the public to discuss and respond to questions concerning the Annual Report and the Department’s findings on the possession, acquisition or use of military equipment.

THE PUBLIC IS HEREBY NOTICED THAT THE GONZALES POLICE

DEPARTMENT WILL CONDUCT ITS PUBLIC ENGAGEMENT MEETING DURING

THE COURSE OF THE REGULAR GONZALES CITY COUNCIL MEETING ON AUGUST 18, 2025, AT 6:00PM, CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 117 FOURTH STREET, GONZALES, CA 93926
Packet Pg. 121 Attachment: Public Hearing Notice (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) RESOLUTION NO. 2025-53

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES APPPROVING AND ACCEPTING THE GONZALES POLICE DEPARTMENT’S AB 481 FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025 ANNUAL MILITARY EQUIPMENT USE REPORT PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 7071(d) AND RENEWING CITY OF GONZALES ORDINANCE NO. 2022-131 “APPROVING GONZALES POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICY MANUAL POLICY 709- MILITARY EQUIPMENT” WHEREAS, Government Code Section 7071 et seq. codifies Assembly Bill 481 and requires legislative bodies to adopt ordinances approving military equipment use policies before law enforcement agencies can continue to engage in activities related to the use of military equipment; and
WHEREAS, the Gonzales Police Department has a limited amount of “military equipment” in its inventory: nine semi-automatic rifles and three 38mm “Less Lethal Projectile Launchers,” which are rarely deployed and used primarily for training purposes, and one Unmanned Aerial System (“drone”) which is used periodically for law enforcement operations and enhanced public safety purposes; and
WHEREAS, in addition to the possession of the aforesaid equipment, the Gonzales Police Department may engage in limited critical public safety activities in coordination with other jurisdictions in possession of military equipment on police-related matters, including safeguarding the public’s welfare and safety, working on regional task forces, conducting training exercises, providing mutual aid and responding to emergencies; and WHEREAS, on June 20, 2022, the Gonzales City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2022- 131 which approved Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709- Military Equipment which includes an inventory report of the police department’s military equipment and procedures for use and maintenance of the same; and
WHEREAS, Gonzales’ Military Equipment Policy 709 establishes a military equipment use policy that is consistent with the Police Department’s current practices, complies with the requirements of the Government Code, will continue to ensure ongoing regulation and compliance with the law going forward and will continue to provide a means of community engagement and transparency regarding the use of military equipment by the Department; and WHEREAS, Government Code Section 7071 requires the City Council to conduct an annual review of its ordinance approving the City’s Military Equipment Policy and to vote on whether to renew the ordinance; and
WHEREAS, in order to facilitate the aforesaid ordinance review, the City Council is also required to conduct an annual review of the Police Department’s AB 481 Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Annual Report on military equipment prepared and submitted pursuant to Sections 7071 and 7072 of the Government Code; and
Packet Pg. 122 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) WHEREAS, notice of the Council’s consideration of both Ordinance No. 2022-131 and the 2024-2025 AB 481 Annual Report have been provided in accordance with applicable law; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to find that the AB 481 Annual Report on military equipment complies with the standards of approval set forth in subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 7071 because of the following:

1. Authorizing the use of military equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety. The use of the Department’s equipment is part of the Department’s overall approach to safe and efficient policing. The equipment will enable department members to properly respond to both planned and unplanned events efficiently and effectively.

2. The Military Equipment Use Policy will safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties by ensuring required reporting, the opportunity for community engagement and feedback, and transparency and oversight regarding the acquisition and use of specified military equipment in the City of Gonzales.

3. If purchasing equipment, the equipment is reasonably cost-effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety.

4. Prior military equipment use complied with the military equipment use policy that was in effect at the time of the use; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has also reviewed and desires to renew Ordinance 2022- 131.

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT HEREBY RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Gonzales as follows:

1. All of the statements and facts set forth above are true and correct and incorporated herein by this reference. These recitals constitute findings in this matter and together with the staff report, other written reports, public testimony and other information contained in the record, are an adequate and appropriate evidentiary basis for the actions taken in this resolution.

2. The City Council finds that Ordinance No. 2022-131 is exempt from the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable direct physical change in the environment and is not a “project” as defined in Section 15378 of the CEQA Guidelines.

3. The City Council has reviewed the Gonzales Police Department’s AB 481 Annual 2024-2025 Military Equipment Report, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and by this reference incorporated herein and finds that it complies with the standards of approval set Packet Pg. 123 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) forth in subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 7071. The report is hereby approved and accepted.

4. The City Council hereby finds that Ordinance No. 2022-131 “Approving Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709-Military Equipment,” a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit “B” and by this reference incorporated herein, is complete, requires no amendment, and meets legal requirements and therefore hereby renews Ordinance 2022-131 for a period of one year from the effective date of this resolution without change. Staff is directed to append a copy of the Police Department’s AB 481 Annual Military Equipment Report 2024- 2025 to Ordinance 2022-131.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Gonzales at a regular public meeting thereof held on the 18th day of August, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Jose L. Rios, The Honorable Mayor
ATTEST:

Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
Packet Pg. 124 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) AB 481 ANNUAL REPORT 2024-2025

GONZALES POLICE DEPARTMENT
AB 481 requires the Police Department to provide the City Council and the public with a report outlining how the military equipment possessed and/or acquired by the City during the previous year was used to ensure the police department is adhering to its policy and the City ordinance concerning military equipment. In Fiscal Year 2024-2025, the Gonzales Police Department did not acquire any new equipment that would be considered “military equipment” pursuant to the provisions of Government Code Section 7070 et seq.

1. Semi-automatic rifles.

A. A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. These are standard-issue duty weapons, occasionally deployed in circumstances in which an officer can articulate a reasonable expectation that the rifle may be needed (e.g. where an officer anticipates an armed encounter, need for long range fire, where an officer believes a suspect may be wearing body armor).

B. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.

None.

C. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response. None.

D. The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the year following submission of the annual military equipment report. Minimal maintenance and training costs, paid for out of Police Department Budget.

E. The quantity possessed of each type of military equipment. Nine.

F. If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought, for each type of military equipment. None.

2. 38 mm Less Lethal Projectile Launchers.

A. A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. Not used.

B. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.

None.

C. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response. None.

E. The quantity possessed of each type of military equipment. Three.

F. If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought, for each type of military equipment. None.

EXHIBIT A
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3. Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) (aka “drones”). The Gonzales Police Department operates one DJI Matrice 30T UAS. The UAS is an unmanned, remotely powered and piloted aerial system that can sustain direct flight, designed for gathering information via photograph, recording or other means. The UAS is equipped with a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) and optical zoom lenses.

A. A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use. The Gonzales Police Department uses the UAS for law enforcement operations to preserve and enhance public safety. The UAS can be deployed when an overhead view would assist officers or incident commanders with planning and responding to situations such as:
a. Public safety and life preservation missions including, but not limited to, barricaded suspects, hostage situations, active shooters, apprehension of armed and dangerous fleeing suspects, and during the execution of search warrants. b. Major traffic collision investigations.
c. Natural disaster management or disaster response and recovery. d. Mass casualty events.
e. Search for lost or missing persons or rescue events. f. Suspected explosive devices.
g. Post-incident crime scene preservation and documentation. h. Pursuant to a search warrant.
i. Anytime a UAS would enhance public safety and improve operational safety. j. Anti-UAV operations when a person is operating a UAV in a manner which impedes emergency personnel who, in the course of their duties, are coping with an emergency (refer to Penal Code 402(a)(2)).
k. Training missions.
l. Mutual aid support or training missions in support of Gonzales Fire Department when the underlying mission meets the uses outlined in policy. Unmanned aerial systems used by the Gonzales Police Department are used in compliance with all federal, state, and local laws.
m. Special Events.

In Fiscal Year 2024/2025 the drone had a total of seventy-seven (77) flights, 24 of which were completed for training purposes.

B. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.

The City received several informal complaints during the course of public comment that the drone had been used in violation of relevant law and for improper or illegal purposes. None of these claims has ever been substantiated.

C. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response. None.

D. The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the year following submission of the annual military equipment report. There have been no training or operational costs in Fiscal Year 2024-25.

E. The quality possessed of each type of military equipment. One.

Packet Pg. 126 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) ORDINANCE NO. 2022-131

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES

APPROVING GONZALES POLICE DEPARTMENT POLICY MANUAL,
POLICY 709- MILITARY EQUIPMENT
WHEREAS, on September 30, 2021, Governor Gavin Newsom signed into law Assembly Bill 481, relating to the use of military equipment by law enforcement agencies; and WHEREAS, Assembly Bill 481 (AB 481), codified at California Government Code sections 7070 through 7075, requires law enforcement agencies to obtain approval of the applicable governing body, by an ordinance adopting a “military equipment” use policy at a regular meeting held pursuant to open meeting laws prior to taking certain actions relating to the funding, acquisition, or use of “military equipment.” The term “military equipment” is defined in California Government Code Section 7070; and
WHEREAS, AB 481 allows the City Council to approve the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment within its jurisdiction only if it makes specified determinations; and WHEREAS, a proposed military equipment use policy is found within Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual, Policy 709-Military Equipment (“Policy 709”); and WHEREAS, the policy was published and displayed on the City of Gonzales website on April 19, 2022, had a public hearing notice concerning its potential adoption published on June 1, 2022, and is being presented to the City Council for adoption on June 20, 2022; WHEREAS, Policy 709 meets the requirements of California Government Code Section 7070; and
WHEREAS, the Council believes that with respect to Policy 709, 1) the identified equipment is necessary because there is no reasonable alternative that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety, 2) the policy will serve to safeguard the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties, 3) in future instances in which equipment is to be purchased, the equipment will be reasonably cost effective compared to available alternatives that can achieve the same objective of officer and civilian safety (the City has no plans to seek grants of surplus property in 2022), and 4) corrective action has been taken, as necessary, to ensure that prior nonconforming use of military equipment is in compliance with new policies; and
WHEREAS, by approving Policy 709, the Council will be authorizing the limited use of identified “military equipment” by the members of the Gonzales Police Department, and attendant annual reporting and approval of use of such equipment in accordance with Policy 709; and
WHEREAS, in the enactment of this ordinance, the City followed the guidelines adopted by the State of California and published in the California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Section 15000, et seq. and found this activity is not a “project” as defined by the California

EXHIBIT B
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NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF GONZALES DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. All of the recitals set forth above are true and correct and by this reference are adopted as findings of the City Council as though set forth in full within the body of this ordinance.

SECTION 2. The Council hereby approves City of Gonzales Police Department Policy Manual Policy 709-Military Equipment, a copy of which is attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein. A copy of approved Policy 709 will be added to the City’s website for continuous access by the Council, staff and the public.

SECTION 3. The City Manager is directed to execute all documents and to perform all other acts necessary to implement this Ordinance.

SECTION 4. If any provision, section, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance, or any part thereof, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance, or any part thereof, or its application to other persons or circumstances. The City Council hereby declares that it would have passed and adopted each provision, section, paragraph, subparagraph, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, paragraphs, subparagraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases, or the application thereof to any person or circumstance, be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 5. This ordinance shall become effective on the thirtieth (30th) day following its passage and adoption hereof.

This ordinance was introduced and read on the 18th day of April 2022, and was finally adopted on the 20th day of June 2022, by the following vote:

PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Gonzales held on the 6th day of June, 2022, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: Mayor Pro Tem Scott Funk, Liz Silva, Lorraine Worthy, Paul Miller, and Mayor Jose L. Rios
NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
Jose L. Rios, The Honorable Mayor
ATTEST:

Mary Villegas, Deputy City Clerk
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709.1 PURPOSE AND SCOPE
The Gonzales Police Department does not participate in the 1033 Program and has not obtained any military equipment from the military, nor does it possess any equipment that was designed for military use. However, California Government Code § 7071(b) requires that law enforcement agencies submit a proposed Military Equipment Use Policy to their governing body for approval.

The purpose of this policy is to provide guidelines for the approval, acquisition, and reporting requirements of “military equipment” (Government Code § 7070; Government Code § 7071; Government Code § 7072). This policy is provided to fulfill the obligations set forth in Assembly Bill 481. These obligations include but are not limited to seeking approval on specific items deemed to be military equipment and requirements related to compliance, annual reporting, cataloging, and complaints regarding these items.
709.1.1 DEFINITIONS
Definitions related to this policy include (Government Code § 7070):

Governing body – The elected or appointed body that oversees the Department.

Military equipment – any of a wide variety of items as defined by California Government Code section 7070, subsections (c)(1) through (c)(16) listed below:

1. Unmanned, remotely piloted, powered aerial or ground vehicles.

2. Mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers.

However, police versions of standard consumer vehicles are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

3. High mobility multipurpose wheeled vehicles (HMMWV), two-and-one-half-ton trucks, five-ton trucks, or wheeled vehicles that have a breaching or entry apparatus attached. However, unarmored all-terrain vehicles (ATVs) and motorized dirt bikes are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

4. Tracked armored vehicles that provide ballistic protection to their occupants and utilize a tracked system instead of wheels for forward motion.

5. Command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units.

6. Weaponized aircraft, vessels, or vehicles of any kind.

7. Battering rams, slugs, and breaching apparatuses that are explosive in nature.

However, items designed to remove a lock, such as bolt cutters, or a handled arm ram designed to be operated by one person, are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

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8. Firearms and ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotguns are specifically excluded from this subdivision.

9. Ammunition of .50 caliber or greater. However, standard issue shotgun ammunition is specifically excluded from this subdivision.

10. Specialized firearms and ammunition of less than .50 caliber, including firearms and accessories identified as assault weapons in Penal Code § 30510 and Penal Code § 30515, with the exception of standard-issue weapons and ammunition of less than 50 caliber that are issued to officers, agents, or employees of a law enforcement agency or state agency.

11. Any firearm or firearm accessory that is designed to launch explosive projectiles.

12. “Flashbang” grenades and explosive breaching tools, “tear gas,” and “pepper balls,” excluding standard service-issued handheld pepper spray.

13. TASER® Shockwave, microwave weapons, water cannons, and long-range acoustic devices (LRADs).

14. Projectile launch platforms and their associated munitions: 40 mm projectile launchers, “bean bag,” rubber bullet, and specialty impact (SIM) weapons.

15. Any other equipment as determined by a governing body or a state agency to require additional oversight.

16. Notwithstanding paragraphs (1) through (15), “military equipment” does not include general equipment not designated as prohibited or controlled by the federal Defense Logistics Agency.

The bold items above are the current recognized specialized “military equipment” purchased and used by the Gonzales Police Department.
709.2 POLICY REQUIREMENTS
California Government Code § 7070(d) describes a Military Use Equipment as a publicly released, written document that includes, at a minimum the following:

1. A description of each type of Military Equipment, the quantity sought, its capabilities, expected lifespan, and product descriptions from the manufacturer of the Military Equipment.

2. The purposes and authorized uses for which the law enforcement agency or the state agency proposes to use each type of Military Equipment.

3. The fiscal impact of each type of Military Equipment, including the initial costs of obtaining the equipment and estimated annual costs of maintaining the equipment.

4. The legal and procedural rules that govern each authorized use.

5. The training, including any course required by the Commission on Peace Officer Packet Pg. 130 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment AB 481 Annual Report) Gonzales Police Department
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6. The mechanisms to ensure compliance with the Military Equipment use policy, including which independent persons or entities have oversight authority, and, if applicable, what legally enforceable sanctions are put in place for violations of the policy.

7. For a law enforcement agency, the procedures by which members of the public may register complaints or concerns or submit questions about the use of each specific type of Military Equipment, and how the law enforcement agency will ensure that each complaint, concern, or question receives a response in a timely manner. 709.3 POLICY
It is the policy of the Gonzales Police Department that members of this department comply with the provisions of Government Code § 7071 with respect to military equipment. It is also the policy of the Gonzales Police Department that there are legally enforceable safeguards, including transparency, oversight and accountability measures in place to protect the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties before military equipment is funded, acquired, or used.

The acquisitions of military equipment and its deployment in our communities may impact the public’s safety and welfare. The public has a right to know about any funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment by local government officials, as well as a right to participate in any government agency’s decision to fund, acquire, or use such equipment. Decisions regarding whether and how military equipment is funded, acquired, or used should give strong consideration to the public’s welfare, safety, civil rights, and civil liberties, and should be based on meaningful public input.
709.4 MILITARY EQUIPMENT COORDINATOR
The Chief of Police has designated the Police Captain as the Commander to serve as the military equipment coordinator. The responsibilities of the military equipment coordinator include but are not limited to:

1. Acting as liaison to the City Council for matters related to the requirements of this policy.

2. Identifying department equipment that qualifies as military equipment in the current possession of the Department, or the equipment the Department intends to acquire that requires approval by the governing body.

3. Conducting an inventory of all military equipment at least annually.

4. Collaborating with any allied agency that may use military equipment within the jurisdiction of the Gonzales Police Department (Government Code § 7071).

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5. Preparing for, scheduling, and coordinating the annual community engagement meeting to include:

6. Publicizing the details of the meeting.

7. Preparing for public questions regarding the department’s funding, acquisition, and use of equipment.

8. Preparing the annual military equipment report for submission to the Chief of Police and ensuring that the report is made available on the department website (Government Code § 7072).

9. Establishing the procedure for a person to register a complaint or concern, or how that person may submit a question about the use of a type of military equipment, and how the Department will respond in a timely manner. 709.5 MILITARY EQUIPMENT INVENTORY
The following constitutes a list of qualifying “military equipment” for the Department. See attached:

Military Equipment List
Current
Desired (none at this time)
Other Jurisdictions (Department will provide cross-references to other Policies) 709.6 APPROVAL
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall obtain approval from the City Council by way of an ordinance adopting the military equipment policy. As part of the approval process, the Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall ensure the proposed military equipment policy is submitted to the governing body and is available on the department website at least 30 days prior to any public hearing concerning the military equipment at issue (Government Code § 7071). The military equipment policy must be approved by the City Council prior to engaging in any of the following (Government Code § 7071):

1. Requesting military equipment made available pursuant to 10 USC § 2576a.

2. Seeking funds for military equipment, including but not limited to applying for a grant, soliciting or accepting private, local, state, or federal funds, in-kind donations, or other donations or transfers.

3. Acquiring military equipment either permanently or temporarily, including by borrowing or leasing.

4. Collaborating with another law enforcement agency in the deployment or other use of military equipment within the jurisdiction of this department.

5. Using any new or existing military equipment for a purpose, in a manner, or by a person not previously approved by the governing body.

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7. Acquiring military equipment through any means not provided above. 709.7 COORDINATION WITH OTHER JURISDICTIONS
Military equipment used by any member of this jurisdiction shall be approved for use and in accordance with this Department policy. Military equipment used by other jurisdictions that are providing mutual aid to this jurisdiction shall comply with their respective military equipment use policies in rendering mutual aid.
709.8 ANNUAL REPORT
The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall submit a military equipment report to the City Council for each type of military equipment approved within one year of approval, and annually thereafter for as long as the military equipment is available for use (Government Code § 7072). The Chief of Police or the authorized designee shall also make each annual military equipment report publicly available on the department website for as long as the military equipment is available for use.

The report shall include the following information for the immediately preceding calendar year as required by Government Code § 7072 for each type of military equipment in department inventory.

1. A summary of how the military equipment was used and the purpose of its use.

2. A summary of any complaints or concerns received concerning the military equipment.

3. The results of any internal audits, any information about violations of the military equipment use policy, and any actions taken in response.

4. The total annual cost for each type of military equipment, including acquisition, personnel, training, transportation, maintenance, storage, upgrade, and other ongoing costs, and from what source funds will be provided for the military equipment in the calendar year following submission of the annual military equipment report.

5. The quantity possessed for each type of military equipment.

6. If the law enforcement agency intends to acquire additional military equipment in the next year, the quantity sought for each type of military equipment. 709.9 COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Within 30 days of submitting and publicly releasing the annual report, the Department shall hold at least one well-publicized and conveniently located community engagement meeting, at which the Department should discuss the report and respond to public questions regarding the funding, acquisition, or use of military equipment.

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The Gonzales Police Department is committed to responding to complaints, concerns, and questions received in a timely manner. Members of the public wishing to make a complaint, ask a question or express a concern can do so by any of the following means:

1. Via email to: [email protected]

2. Via phone call to: Captain Mendoza 831-675-5010

3. Via mail sent to: Gonzales Police Department, 109 4th Street, Gonzales, CA 93926

4. Via in person by responding to the above address
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Less Lethal Weapon
Type less lethal tear/flare Launcher
Description Federal Laboratory Gas Riot Gun Model 203-A. Length 27”, Caliber 1.5 38MM, weight 8 LBS Quantity 3
Capabilities Will launch a 38mm (1.05”) less lethal Tear/Flare projectiles up to 150 yards.

Expected
lifespan
15 years
Manufacturer's
description
A 38 MM Model 203-A compact single-shot break open tear/flare launcher. It has a 12-inch smooth bore barrel.

Purpose and
authorized uses
To compel an individual to cease his/her actions when such less lethal weapon presents a reasonable option. A verbal warning of the intended use of the device should precede its application.

Fiscal impact $300 (each)
Legal and
procedural rules
Refer to policy 300 (Use of Force)
Required
training
Sworn members utilizing the 38mm less lethal launcher are to be trained in their use by CA POST certified less lethal instructors.

Compliance
mechanisms
Use is subject to the applicable policies (300 Use of Force) Packet Pg. 137 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment Military Equipment List
March 2022
Lethal Weapon
Type Semi-Auto Patrol Rifle
Description Colt M4 LE6940, Semi-Auto rifle, black in color, with plastic handguard, and adjustable stock.

Quantity 5
Capabilities A rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (.223/5.56) which is more powerful than a standard pistol.

Expected
lifespan
10 years
Manufacturer's
description
The Colt M4 Carbine is a Gas Operated Semi-Auto rifle, chambered in 223 Remington/5.56 NATO. The M4 Carbine features a 16.1" barrel and Reversible safety selector and has an overall expanded length of 35.5". The M4 Carbine utilizes a 4-position collapsible stock.

Purpose and
authorized uses
The Colt M4 Carbine enables officers when in compliance with the GZPD's Use of Force Policy, to address short to long distance threats, or those threats who are heavily armed, armored or both. Further, in both short and long-distance deployments, they allow officers precision shot placement minimizing the risk to officers and innocent citizens. There are no known alternatives to these weapons that will provide the same level of distance and precision.

Fiscal impact $1,100 (each)
Legal and
procedural rules
Refer to policy 300 Use of Force
Required
training
Sworn members utilizing the Colt M4 Carbine are trained in their use by CA POST certified firearms instructors.

Compliance
mechanisms
Use is subject to the applicable Policy 300 (Use of Force) Packet Pg. 138 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment Military Equipment List
March 2022
Lethal Weapon
Type Semi-Auto Patrol Rifle
Description Colt M4 LE6920, Semi-Auto rifle, black in color, with plastic handguard, and adjustable stock.

Quantity 4
Capabilities A rifle that fires an intermediate-power cartridge (.223/5.56) which is more powerful than a standard pistol.

Fiscal impact $1,100 (each)
Legal and
procedural rules
Refer to policy 300 (Use of Force)
Required
training
Sworn members utilizing the Colt M4 Carbine are trained in their use by CA POST certified firearms instructors.

Compliance
mechanisms
Use is subject to the applicable policies (300 Use of Force) Packet Pg. 139 Attachment: Resolution No. 2025-53 with Exhibis A & B (3337 : Resolution No. 2025-53 Military Equipment Military Equipment List
March 2022
Lethal Ammunition
Type Winchester Ranger Law Enforcement Ammunition .223 Caliber 55 grain pointed soft point rifle round Description Lead Soft Point, Imitates rapid expansion for massive energy deposit. The thin wall jacket reduces engraving forces for improved accuracy. Lead Core designed for maximum fragmentation. Crimped Primer improves functionality and reliability.

Quantity 7,040
Capabilities Operational range 0-300 yards
Expected
lifespan
10 years
Manufacturer's
description
Founded in 1866, Winchester is known as one of the worlds most recognized and respected ammunition brands. Winchester began offering its quality product in 1873 and has been providing the citizens and military of the United States with the same standard of quality ever since.

Winchester Ammunition offers ammo for all occasions- hunting, shooting, and protection. To maintain a high level of innovation across products, Winchester Ammunition is constantly manufacturing newly designed ammo to meet their customer’s needs.

Winchester Ammunition prides itself upon commitment and high-quality products. Along with producing high quality ammunition, Winchester Ammunition truly cares about the shooting sports heritage and is a leader for hunting conservation and education.

Purpose and
authorized uses
To project a force against a selected target to have an effect and stop the threat when other reasonable options are not viable. A verbal warning should precede its application.

Fiscal impact $550 per case of 1000
Legal and
procedural rules
Refer to policies 300 (Use of Force)
Required
training
Sworn members utilizing Winchester ammunition are trained in their use by CA POST certified instructors.

Compliance
mechanisms
Use is subject to applicable policy (300 Use of Force)
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Gonzales City Council
August 18, 2025