Hollister City Council
March 3, 2025

CITY OF HOLLISTER

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING

Monday, March 3, 2025, 6:30 p.m.

City Council Chamber, City Hall
375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor David Mirrione, City Manager Rudy Picha, Council Member, District 1 Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney Rolan Resendiz, Council Member, District 2
Dolores Morales, Council Member, District 3
Priscilla de Anda, Council Member, District 4

Gordon Machado, City Treasurer

NOTICE TO PUBLIC
Persons who wish to address the City Council are asked to complete a speaker’s card and give it to the City Clerk before addressing the City Council. Those who wish to address the City Council on an agenda item will be heard when the presiding officer calls for comments from the audience. City related items not on the agenda will be heard under the Public Input section of the agenda. Following recognition, persons desiring to speak are requested to advance to the podium and state their name and address. If you are joining us by Zoom, please click on the bottom of your screen to raise your hand. If you are joining us by Zoom using a cell phone, please press *9. After hearing audience comments, the public portion of the meeting will be closed, and the matter brought to the City Council for discussion.

Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (City Hall is closed between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m.)

Requests to make presentations to the City Council should be submitted to the City Clerk’s Office at least ten days before the City Council meeting. It is customary for City staff members to review such matters before the formal presentation so that the City Council may have the benefit of all available data. PowerPoint presentations must be presented to the City Clerk by noon on the day of the City Council meeting.

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Public Participation:

The public may attend meetings.

NOTICE: The City Council will hold its public meetings in person, with a virtual option for public participation based on availability. The City of Hollister utilizes Zoom teleconferencing technology for virtual public participation; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, regarding the adequacy, reliability, or availability of the use of this platform in this manner. Participation by members of the public through this means is at their own risk. (Zoom teleconferencing may not be available at all meetings.)

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In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 636-4300. Notification of 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to attempt to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II].

Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (City Hall is closed between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m.)

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1.CALL TO ORDER

2.ROLL CALL

3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

4.CLOSED SESSION REPORT

5.SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY

5.1 GIVE KIDS A SMILE PROCLAMATION

5.2 AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH PROCLAMATION

5.3 RARE DISEASE DAY PROCLAMATION

5.4 PRESENTATION BY JOVENES DE ANTAÑO
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Receive a presentation and provide possible staff direction.

6.PUBLIC INPUT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
This is the time for anyone in the audience to speak on any item not on the agenda and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the council. Speaker cards are available in the lobby, and are to be completed and given to the City Clerk before speaking. When the City Clerk calls your name, please come to the podium, state your name and city for the record, and speak to the City Council. If you are joining us by Zoom, please click on the bottom of your screen to raise your hand. If you are joining us by Zoom using a cell phone, please press *9.

Each speaker will be limited to three (3) minutes with a maximum of 30 minutes per subject.

Please note that state law prohibits the City Council from discussing or taking action on any item not on the agenda.

7.CONSENT ITEMS
All items listed under consent agenda will be enacted by one motion authorizing actions indicated for those items so designated. There will be no separate discussion of these items unless requested by a member of the City Council, a staff member, or a member of the public. There will be one public comment period for all items on the Consent Agenda.

7.1 APPROVE FEBRUARY 18, 2025 MEETING MINUTES

7.2 APPROVE FEBRUARY 26, 2025 MEETING MINUTES

7.3 WARRANT REGISTER FEBRUARY 7, 2025
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special-Enterprise- Assessment funds attached.

7.4 ADOPT ORDINANCE 1259 ADDING SECTION 1.10.060 (PROCESSING CLAIMS) TO CHAPTER 1.10 (CLAIMS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 935) OF TITLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt Ordinance 1259 amending Title I (General Provisions) of Chapter 1.10 (Claims City of Hollister City Council Meeting

Pursuant to Government Code Section 935) of the Hollister Municipal Code

7.5 RATIFY APPOINTMENT TO FILL A VACANCY ON THE ARTS & CULTURAL

COMMITTEE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Ratify appointment of Rosanna Alvarez to fill a vacancy to the Arts & Cultural Commission.

7.6 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES TO TRAVEL FOR

THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES POLICY COMMITTEE MEETINGS, MARCH 27-28, 2025, IN BURBANK, CA
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing Councilmember Morales to travel for the League of California Cities Policy Committee Meetings, March 27-28, 2025 in Burbank, CA.

7.7 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES TO USE UP TO $25,650 OF CITY COUNCIL BUDGETED FY 24/25 DISCRETIONARY FUNDS FOR

FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF SAN BENITO COUNTY LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN

AMERICAN CITIZENS (LULAC)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing Councilmember Morales to use up to $25,650 of FY 24/25 City Council budgeted discretionary funds in support of the San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) for development of a Rapid Response Network (RRN) and training for staff, and $2,818 of City administrative costs and authorizing the city manager to execute the necessary agreements.

7.8 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRIBUTION FOR TWO YEARS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,000 PER FISCAL YEAR 24/25 AND 25/26 TO UNITED WAY OF SAN BENITO COUNTY 2-1-1
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving $10,000 in funding, $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026, for United Way of San Benito County 2-1-1.

7.9 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT (NDA) WITH

CIVITAS ADVISORS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE

THE NDA
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with Civitas Advisors, Inc., declaring its intention to authorize the examination of Sales, Transaction, and Use Tax Records for the purpose of determining the feasibility of forming a Tourism District in San Benito County and preventing the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the NDA.

7.10 A RESOLUTION RENEWING A REGULATORY PERMIT FOR HOLLISTER

HOLISTICS TO OPERATE A CANNABIS CULTIVATION FACILITY
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution for the renewal of a regulatory permit, enabling Hollister Holistics to maintain operations at a cannabis cultivation facility located at 1802 Shelton Drive throughout the 2025/2026 period.

7.11 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A City of Hollister City Council Meeting

SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC

COMPANY (PG&E)
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a settlement and release agreement between The City of Hollister and Pacific Gas and Electric for and in consideration of receiving $24,469.50, in-lieu of performing a Type II slurry seal near the intersection of 211 Third Street and East Street due to emergency gas system repairs performed September 16, 2024.

8.PUBLIC HEARINGS
None.

9.COUNCIL BUSINESS

9.1 SAN BENITO STREET TRAFFIC CALMING STUDY ALTERNATIVES FOLLOW UP RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Receive the staff report and provide direction to staff.

9.2 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATION OF SUFFICIENCY FOR

REFERENDUM PETITIONS SUBMITTED AGAINST CITY OF HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2024-201
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution accepting the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for referendum petitions submitted against City of Hollister City Council Resolution 2024- 201.

9.3 OPTIONS REGARDING A REFERENDUM PETITION RELATED TO ADOPTION OF THE 2040 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

As required by California Elections Code Section 9241, the City Council must choose one of the following options for the referendum petition: Repeal the resolution in its entirety; or submit the resolution to the voters, either at the next regular municipal election (November 3, 2026) or at a special election called for that purpose on a date determined by the Council, but occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election (i.e., not before May 30, 2025 if action is taken on March 3, 2025). Below are the specific options:

Resolution No. 2024-201: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting the 2040 General Plan:
a. Repeal the resolution in its entirety; or
b. Submit the resolution to the voters at the next regular municipal election occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election (i.e., on November 3, 2026); or c. Submit the resolution to the voters at a special election called for that purpose on a date to be determined by the Council at least 88 days after the order calling the election (after May 30, 2025 if action is taken on March 3, 2025).

9.4 REQUEST FOR DIRECTION REGARDING ANNEXATION/ GENERAL PLAN

AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Receive report from staff and provide direction.

9.5 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ROADSHOWS INC. FOR City of Hollister City Council Meeting

OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE 2025 HOLLISTER

INDEPENDENCE RALLY
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving an Agreement with Roadshows Inc. for operational management services for the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the agreement.

9.6 A RESOLUTION REGARDING BEING A WELCOMING CITY FOR IMMIGRANTS RECOMMENDED ACTION:

No recommendation as this is a Council directed item.

9.7 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF HOLLISTER (“CITY”) COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDS POLICY
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution approving amendments to the City Council Discretionary Funds Policy (“Policy”).

9.8 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A VOTING DELEGATE AND UP TO TWO

ALTERNATES FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES GENERAL ASSEMBLY RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution designating a voting delegate and up to two (2) alternate voting delegates for the League of California Cities Annual General Assembly

10.INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
Reports on compensable meetings attended. Brief reports or announcements concerning activities of members of the City Council and staff; opportunity to refer public or Council questions to staff for information; request staff to report to the Council on a matter at a future meeting; or direct staff to place a matter on a future agenda. Items in this category are for discussion and direction to staff only. No final policy action will be taken by the Council.

10.1 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Receive oral reports from members regarding the activities of various Ad Hoc and Standing City Council Committees.

10.2 COUNCIL REPORTS
Receive informational reports from the City Council

1.CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Potential Policy Regarding Communication and Sharing Information with the Public - Mayor Stephens

1. Planning Commission's Tentative Map Approval Process - Councilmember Resendiz

2. 10.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT

1.UPDATED CITY COUNCIL PROJECTS

11.CLOSED SESSION

11.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: City Manager David Mirrione and Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga
City of Hollister City Council Meeting

Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521; Hollister Firefighters Union (HFFU), Local 3395; Hollister Peace Officer Association (HPOA); and un-represented employees

11.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (2 cases)

11.3 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: Weller Alley, Hollister, CA 95023
Agency Negotiator: David Mirrione, City Manager
Negotiating Party: John Sicley Sr., John Sicley Jr., Anthony Brigantino, and John Brigantino,
Under Negotiation: Terms

11.4 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.8
Property: 498 Hill Ct, Hollister, CA 95023
Agency Negotiator: David Mirrione, City Manager
Negotiating Party: Tod DuBois
Under Negotiation: Terms

12.ADJOURNMENT

13.VERIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
The agenda for the City Council of the City of Hollister's regular meeting of March 3, 2025, was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall on February 28, 2025, per Government Code Section 54954.2.

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The public may attend meetings in person or watch meetings via live stream at:

City of Hollister Website:
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Community Media Access Partnership (CMAP):
http://cmaptv.com/watch/

City of Hollister YouTube Channel:
https://www.youtube.com/@cityofhollistercalifornia1489

City of Hollister Facebook Live at:
https://www.facebook.com/cityofhollister

NOTICE: The City Council will hold its public meetings in person, with a virtual option for public participation based on availability. The City of Hollister utilizes Zoom teleconferencing technology for virtual public participation; however, we make no representation or warranty of any kind, regarding the adequacy, reliability, or availability of the use of this platform in this manner. Participation by members of the public through this means is at their own risk. (Zoom teleconferencing may not be available at all meetings.)

If you wish to make a public comment remotely during the meeting, please use the zoom registration link below:

https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_MNOr95ZCQrWzERqd5zRuwQ

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office at (831) 636-4300. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to attempt to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II].

Materials related to an item on this agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office at City Hall, 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, Monday through Friday, 8:30 a.m. to noon, 1:00 p.m. to 4:30 p.m. (City Hall is closed between 12:00 and 1:00 p.m.)

Notice to anyone attending any public meeting: The meeting may be broadcast live on Cable Channel 17 and/or videotaped or photographed. Recent City Council meetings may also be viewed at www.CMAP.com and periodically on Cable Channel 17.

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PROCLAMATION

Recognizing San Benito Health Foundation’s efforts and commitment to the Hollister Community

WHEREAS, Give Kids a Smile (GKAS) was created by the American Dental Association (ADA) as an initiative to give free dental care to children of underserved populations; and

WHEREAS, the San Benito Health Foundation is a proud GKAS partner and is committed to improving the health and dental services for our community’s unde rserved population; and

WHEREAS, since GKAS began in 2003, over 9.5 million uninsured children have received free oral health care; and

WHEREAS, on Friday, February 28th, 2025, from 3:00 pm to 7:00 pm, the San Benito Health Foundation will be hosting its annual “Give Kids a Smile” event where Dental Director, Dr. Edwin Acosta, along with staff will provide free dental screenings and fluoride treatment for children and teens under 17 years old.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Roxanne Stephens, Mayor of the City of Hollister, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby thank the San Benito Health Foundation for their ongoing efforts and commitment to the Hollister community.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the seal of the City of Hollister this 3rd day of March 2025.

______________________________
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST:

________________________________
Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

PROCLAMATION

AMERICAN RED CROSS MONTH
MARCH 2025

WHEREAS, during the month of March we celebrate American Red Cross Month, recognizing the compassionate acts of people in Hollister and by renewing our commitment to lend a helping hand to our neighbors in need; and

WHEREAS, since Clara Barton founded the American Red Cross more than 140 years ago, generation after generation has stepped up to deliver relief and care across our country and around the world, bringing out the best of humanity in times of crisis; and

WHEREAS, the contributions of local Red Cross volunteers (321 in the chapter) give hope to the most vulnerable in their darkest hours; and

WHEREAS, last year in the Central Coast Chapter, volunteers helped 136 families affected by 70 home fires by addressing their urgent needs like food and lodging, as well as providing recovery support; and

WHEREAS, they also installed 1,074 smoke alarms, collected 7,421 blood donations, provided first aid and CPR training to 5,667 residents, and assisted 203 families of our armed forces.

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Roxanne Stephens, Mayor of Hollister, on behalf of the entire City Council, do hereby proclaim March 2025 as American Red Cross Month and I encourage all citizens of Hollister to join in this commitment to strengthen our community and support its humanitarian mission.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the seal of the City of Hollister this 3rd day of March 2025.

__________________________
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor
ATTEST:

________________________________
Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

PROCLAMATION

Declaring February 28, 2025
as Rare Disease Day

WHEREAS, there are more than 10,000 known rare diseases and conditions (each affecting fewer than 200,000 Americans) in the United States, according to the National Institutes of Health (NIH); and

WHEREAS, while each of these diseases may affect small numbers of people, rare diseases as a group affect an estimated 30 million Americans; and

WHEREAS, many rare diseases are serious and debilitating conditions that have a significant impact on the lives of those affected; and

WHEREAS, while more than 880 drugs and biologics have been approved for the treatment of rare diseases according to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), 95% of rare diseases do not have an FDA approved treatment; and

WHEREAS, individuals and families affected by rare diseases often experience problems such as delays in obtaining an accurate diagnosis, difficulty finding a health care provider with expertise in their condition, and a lack of access to treatments or ancillary services; and

WHEREAS, residents of The City of Hollister are among those affected by rare diseases because nearly one in ten Americans have rare diseases; and

WHEREAS, the National Organization for Rare Disorders (NORD) is organizing a nationwide observance of Rare Disease Day on February 28, 2025 .

NOW, THEREFORE, I, Roxanne Stephens, Mayor of Hollister, do hereby proclaim February 28, 2025, to be Rare Disease Day in the City of Hollister.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and caused to be affixed the seal of the City of Hollister this 3rd day of March 2025.

__________________________
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST:

________________________________
Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-02

AGENDA ITEM: PRESENTATION BY JOVENES DE ANTAÑO

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive a presentation and provide possible staff direction.

DISCUSSION: At the February 4, 2025 meeting of the City Council, Councilmember De Anda requested, and received consensus, to have Joves de A ntaño provide a presentation to the City Council.

Jovenes de Antaño will provide a presentation to City Council of the programs and services provided to seniors in the City of Hollister, San Juan Bautista, and San Benito County.

FISCAL IMPACT: None at this time.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: On October 15, 2024, the City Council Approved Resolution No. 2024-161 - Discretionary Funds for Las Posadas Celebration events in an amount not to exceed $7,000

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Jovenes de Antaño - Presentation

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Our History: 50 Years of Serving Hollister, San Juan Bautista & San Benito County Seniors Founded in 1975 by dedicated members of the Hispanic community, Jovenes De Antaño was created to serve our most vulnerable residents—seniors struggling with hunger, isolation, and mobility challenges. At the time, living in a rural area like San Benito County meant limited resources for older adults on fixed incomes. Many struggled to afford food, housing, medical care, and transportation.

Recognizing this urgent need, Pauline Valdivia stepped up as a tireless advocate, securing vital state and federal funding to bring essential services to our community. Her leadership extended beyond Jovenes De Antaño—she served as Mayor of Hollister and on the Hollister City Council for 16 years, always championing the needs of our seniors.

Jovenes De Antaño has a long-standing partnership with the City of Hollister. In 1980, when the city built the Hollister Recreation Building, we found a home there to expand our programs. At that time, our dedicated staff of just five employees worked out of a single small office, serving local seniors. By 1984, we had outgrown the space, so we raised our own funds to build an additional six office spaces, allowing us to better serve the growing needs of our community.

Following Pauline’s passing, in 2023 the city honored her legacy by renaming the facility The Pauline Valdivia Memorial Community Center—a testament to her life’s work and dedication to San Benito County seniors.

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Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Our Impact Today
Over the past five decades, Jovenes De Antaño has grown into a lifeline for seniors, offering essential services that help them age with dignity, independence, and care. Today, we provide:
•Meals on Wheels – Delivering nutritious meals to 150 homebound seniors daily. •Senior Lunch Program – Serving 60-80 seniors daily in a welcoming community setting. •Specialized Transportation – Completing nearly 600 trips per month for seniors and individuals with disabilities. •Exercise Classes – Helping 20-25 seniors stay active twice a week. •Caregiver Relief – Providing 200 hours of respite care monthly for family caregivers. •Help Desk- Helping seniors find resources or address concerns about potential scammers. •Computer Classes- Helping seniors navigate emails, online forms and educating seniors about scammers.

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Who We Serve: (ALL SENIORS)
The many seniors we serve are retired…
•Veterans
•Nurses
•Field Workers
•Cannery Workers
•Truck Drivers
•Teachers
•Business owners
•City Employees
•County Employees
•School District Employees

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center

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Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Grants We
Received in
2024

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Programs & Services
Senior Lunch Program
We provide nutritious lunches Monday through Friday from 12 PM – 1 PM at our senior center for individuals aged 60 and older. While meals are free for seniors, non-seniors are welcome with a $6 suggested donation.

Meals on Wheels
For homebound seniors who cannot drive, we deliver hot meals Monday through Friday between 11 AM – 1 PM—ensuring that no senior in our community goes hungry.

Specialized Transportation Services
Reliable transportation is one of the biggest challenges seniors face. Our program provides:
•Rides to our Senior Lunch Program (for those 60+)
•Transportation to medical appointments outside San Benito County (available to all ages) •Local trips within San Benito County (for medical visits, grocery stores, pharmacies, or banks) for:
•Seniors aged 60+
•Individuals with disabilities aged 18+

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org Reminders
-We encourage any seniors or family member looking for resources or support to Call our Office (831) 637-9275 or visit us in person at 300 West Street. Also visit us online at www.jdaseniors.org . -Many time seniors will receive calls or letters from very sophisticated scammers demanding personal information or payments and our senior center is a place seniors can bring these concerns to us and we can help troubleshoot and determine if these phone calls or letters are indeed scammers. -For a brief period this year our Senior Center hosted a series of computer classes for seniors needing assistance getting back into emails, creating emails, regaining access to laptops and other smart devices. It was so much relief to have this service to assist our seniors with being lock out of technology. -Our dedicated Staff, Volunteers and Board Members are the most passionate and knowledgeable people who care about the safety and wellbeing of our seniors.
-We are grateful for long partnership between our Senior center and The City of Hollister, County of San Benito Local Transportation Agency (COG) and The City of San Juan Bautista.

Jovenes De Antaño Senior Center
300 West Street Hollister CA 95023 (831) 637-9275 www.jdaseniors.org A Lasting Commitment: Investing in Our Seniors
For 50 years, Jovenes De Antaño has been a cornerstone of support for seniors in Hollister and San Benito County, ensuring that older adults receive the care, nourishment, and transportation they need to live with dignity and independence. Our commitment remains steadfast—we will continue to expand our impact, advocate for our seniors, and work toward long- term sustainability.

However, we cannot do this alone. We are deeply grateful for the City of Hollister’s ongoing support and collaboration in addressing the needs of our senior community. Today, we respectfully request $20,000 (or an amount deemed appropriate) from the council’s discretionary funds to help sustain our critical programs. Recent disruptions in state and federal funding have placed immense financial strain on our operations. To continue serving our seniors without interruption, we have had to dip into our own reserves to cover essential expenses—including payroll, food purchases, and fuel for meal deliveries. These are not optional costs; they are the foundation of the services that keep our seniors healthy, safe, and connected.

We urge the City of Hollister and San Benito County to stand with us in ensuring that no senior goes hungry, no senior is left isolated, and no service is forced to shut down due to funding gaps. With your support, we can bridge this financial shortfall while we work to strengthen our donor base and secure additional resources.

Together, we can ensure that Jovenes De Antaño remains a pillar of support for seniors—today, tomorrow, and for generations to come. Thank you for your time and consideration.

1 City Council of the City of Hollister
Minutes of the Regular Meeting

February 18, 2025, 4:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber, City Hall
375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023

Members Present: Roxanne Stephens, Mayor
Rudy Picha, District 1
Rolan Resendiz, District 2
Dolores Morales, District 3
Priscilla de Anda, District 4

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1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Stephens called the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Hollister to order at 4:00 p.m..

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember de Anda led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. CLOSED SESSION REPORT
City Attorney Mary Lerner stated no reportable action was taken in closed session.

5. SPECIAL ORDERS OF THE DAY
None

6. PUBLIC INPUT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Joe Tonascia supported agricultural preservation and expressed concern regarding the widening of Highway 25 and its potential negative impact on agricultural land.

David Bini supported electrical and other apprenticeships to support employee safety and training and invited the City Council to attend one of their training opportunities.

7. CONSENT ITEMS

2 City Attorney Mary Lerner stated Item 7.3 would be continued to a future meeting.

Councilmember Picha pulled Item 7.4 from the Consent Agenda Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

The consent calendar items are approved, except for Agenda Item Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda
Carried (5 to 0)

7.1 APPROVE FEBRUARY 4, 2025 MEETING MINUTES
Approve Minutes.

7.2 WARRANT REGISTER
Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special- Enterprise-Assessment Funds attached.

Carried

7.5 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF 600 ERNIE
DRIVE PROJECT INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #4
ANNEXATION NO. 58 (PUBLIC FACILITIES SERVICES)
Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

Adopt a resolution approving the annexation of the 600 Ernie Drive Project into CFD No. 4.

Carried

7.6 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ACCEPTANCE AND

RECORDATION OF AN AVIGATION EASEMENT FOR DUKE REALTY
HOLLISTER LP FOR THE ALMOND PROJECT (APN 050-010-010-
0060) LOCATED AT 600 ERNIE DRIVE

3 Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

1. Adopt a resolution approving the acceptance and recordation of an Avigation Easement for Duke Realty Hollister LP for the Almond Project (APN 050-010-010-0060) located at 600 Ernie Drive; and

2. Authorize the Mayor to execute all necessary documents required to record the Avigation Easement.

Carried

7.7 A RESOLUTION RENEWING REGULATORY PERMIT FOR EUPHORIC LIFE INC. TO OPERATE A CANNABIS MANUFACTURING FACILITY
AT 807 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE (APN 056-270-012-000)
Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

Adopt a resolution approving the renewal of a regulatory permit for Euphoric Life Inc. to operate a cannabis manufacturing facility located at 807 Industrial Drive for the 2025/2026 period.

Carried

7.8 A RESOLUTION RENEWING A REGULATORY PERMIT FOR
EUPHORIC LIFE INC. TO OPERATE A CANNABIS DISTRIBUTION
FACILITY AT 807 INDUSTRIAL DRIVE (APN 056-270-012-000
Moved by: Council Member de Anda
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

Adopt a resolution approving the renewal of a regulatory permit for Euphoric Life Inc. to operate a cannabis distribution facility located at 807 Industrial Drive for the 2025/2026 period.

Carried

7.3 ADOPT ORDINANCE APPROVING A ZONING ORDINANCE
AMENDMENT TO ADOPT CHAPTER 17.28 AGRICULTURAL LANDS

PRESERVATION PROGRAM
This item will be discussed at a future meeting.

4 Adopt an ordinance approving a zoning ordinance amendment to adopt Chapter 17.28 Agricultural Lands Preservation Program.

7.4 A RESOLUTION AWARDING A CONTRACT IN THE AMOUNT OF
$3,451,890 TO GRANITE ROCK COMPANY AND AUTHORIZING THE

CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT AND OTHER

RELATED DOCUMENTS FOR THE WEST GATEWAY IMPROVEMENT
PROJECT, CIP C1816
Councilmember Picha expressed concern regarding the number of bids received for the project.

Public Works Director William Via summarized the previous and current bidding processes for the project.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 4:18 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 4:18 p.m.

Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Picha

Adopt a resolution accepting the bids and awarding a contract to Granite Rock Company for the West Gateway Improvement Project, CIP C1816.

Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

8. PUBLIC HEARINGS

8.1 AN ORDINANCE ADDING SECTION 1.10.060 (PROCESSING CLAIMS) TO CHAPTER 1.10 (CLAIMS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE
SECTION 935) OF TITLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF THE

HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE
City Clerk Jennifer Woodworth provided the staff report.

Mayor Stephens opened the public hearing at 4:21 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed the public hearing at 4:21 p.m.

Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Mayor Stephens

5 Hold a public hearing and introduce an ordinance to amend Hollister Municipal Code, Chapter 1.10 - Claims Pursuant to Government Section 935 to add Section 1.10.060 – Processing of claims against the city Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

9. COUNCIL BUSINESS

9.1 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE URBAN AREA WATER MASTER

PLAN TERM SHEET AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

NEGOTIATE A CONTRACT WITH THE URBAN AREA MEMBER

AGENCIES
Public Works Director William Via and San Benito County Water District General Manager Dana Jacobsen provided the staff report.

Councilmember Resendiz requested language be included to require the San Benito County Water District to pursue additional grant funding to offset the cost of the project.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 4:56 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 4:56 p.m.

Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Picha

Adopt a resolution approving the Term Sheet related to the financing of the Accelerated Drought Response Project (ADRoP) and the Addition of San Juan Bautista to the Hollister Urban Area Water Supply and Treatment Agreement (Term Sheet) and authorize the City Manager to negotiate a contract with the Urban Area member agencies. Additionally, the San Benito County Water District is to make an annual report of their pursuit of additional grant funding.

Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

9.2 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO PURCHASE
SECURITY SERVICES FOR THE 2025 HOLLISTER INDEPENDENCE

RALLY WITHOUT NOTICE, ADVERTISEMENT, OR COMPETITIVE

6 BIDDING, DIRECT CITY MANAGER TO OBTAIN THREE QUOTES

FOR SERVICE AND EXECUTE RESULTING CONTRACT
City Manager David Mirrione provided the staff report.

Councilmember Resendiz requested the City Manager seek support from the San Benito Chamber of Commerce and Hollister Downtown Association to pursue sponsorships of the Independence Rally.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 5:07 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 5:07 p.m.

Councilmember Resendiz supported the Independence Rally being held as a two-day event.

Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Picha

Approve and authorize the City Manager to purchase security services on behalf of the City without notice, advertisement, or competitive bidding for the 2025 Hollister Independence Motorcycle Rally (“Rally”), direct the city manager to obtain three quotes for service, and execute the resulting contract. Additionally, staff is directed to make the Independence Rally a two-day event.

Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

9.3 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A LEASE WITH SAN BENITO COUNTY

POLYTECHNIC ACADEMY FOR CERTAIN SPACE IN THE BRIGGS

BUILDING AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO FINALIZE AND

EXECUTE THE LEASE
City Manager David Mirrione provided the staff report.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 5:18 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 5:18 p.m.

Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Picha

7 Adopt a resolution approving a Lease Agreement with San Benito County Polytechnic Academy (“Academy”) for certain space in the Briggs Building and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the lease.

Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

9.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN INTERFUND TRANSFER FROM THE

HOLLISTER PARK DEDICATION FUND DEVELOPMENT IMPACT FEE

FUND TO THE BRIGGS BUILDING ENTERPRISE FUND
City Manager David Mirrione provided the staff report.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 5:28 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 5:28 p.m.

Moved by: Council Member Picha
Seconded by: Council Member Morales

Adopt a resolution approving an interfund transfer from the City of Hollister Park Dedication Fund development impact fee fund to the Briggs Building enterprise fund.

Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried (5 to 0)

9.5 OUT OF JURISDICTION SERVICES DISCUSSION
Planning Manager Eva Kelly provided the staff report.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 5:49 p.m.

There were no speakers for this item.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 5:49 p.m.

Councilmember Resendiz suggested the City send a letter to LAFCO stating the City is not interested in creating a regional wastewater plant.

By consensus, the City Council directed staff to bring back a presentation from the City's consultant on urban growth boundaries; subsequently bring a draft policy and/or ordinance to address out of jurisdiction services, which is more restrictive than the current LAFCO process; draft and send

8 a letter to LAFCO stating the City is not interested in creating a regional wastewater plant.

10. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS

10.1 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Councilmember Resendiz reported the Fire Services Negotiations ad hoc committee is continuing to meet; reported he, Mayor Stephens, and Councilmember Picha had met with the San Benito Council of Governments legal team to discuss transparency and Highway 25.

10.2 COUNCIL REPORTS
Councilmember Morales reported she met with the Rapid Response Network for San Benito County to discuss providing information and training to the community and its businesses. Councilmember Morales reported on several upcoming events in the City.

Councilmember Picha reported he attended the opening of Hill's Bookstore.

Mayor Stephens reported she was a judge at the local spelling bee.

1. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

1. Development of a lobbying ordinance and program- Councilmember Resendiz
By consensus, the City Council directed staff to bring back a presentation regarding San Benito County's lobbying ordinance.

10.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager David Mirrione reported he attended the CalCities City Manager's Conference.

1. UPDATED CITY COUNCIL PROJECTS

11. CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Mary Lerner read the closed session item titles.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 6:02 p.m.

There were no speakers for the closed session agenda items.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 6:02 p.m.

Mayor Stephens convened the meeting into closed session at 6:02 p.m.

11.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO
GOVERNMENT CODE 54957.6

9 Agency designated representatives: City Manager David Mirrione and Administrative Services Director Casey Estorga
Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521; Hollister Firefighters Union (HFFU), Local 3395; Hollister Peace Officer Association (HPOA); and un-represented employees

11.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (2 cases)

12. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 7:25 p.m.

Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

1 City Council of the City of Hollister
Minutes of the Special Meeting

February 26, 2025, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber, City Hall
375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023

Members Present: Roxanne Stephens, Mayor
Rudy Picha, District 1
Rolan Resendiz, District 2
Priscilla de Anda, District 4

Members Absent: Dolores Morales, District 3
_____________________________________________________________________

1. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Stephens called the special meeting of the City Council of the City of Hollister to order at 6:03 p.m.

2. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Picha led the Pledge of Allegiance.

3. ROLL CALL

4. CLOSED SESSION
Closed Session will be held by the City Council of the City of Hollister to discuss the following matters:

4.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE 54956.9
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (2 cases) City Attorney Mary Lerner read the closed session item titles.

Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 6:04 p.m.

There were no speakers for the closed session agenda items.

Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 6:04 p.m.

Mayor Stephens convened the meeting into closed session at 6:05 p.m.

5. ADJOURNMENT

2 Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 9:20 p.m.

Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # Finance-2025-08

AGENDA ITEM: WARRANT REGISTER FEBRUARY 7, 2025

DEPARTMENT: Adminstrative Services
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Casey Estorga, Administrative Services Director STAFF CONTACT: Maricela Romero, Acct Tech II

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special-Enterprise-Assessment funds attached.

FISCAL IMPACT: 24/25

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Expense Approval Register PYR 1-29-25

2. Expense Approval Register AP 2-5-25

3. Expense Approval Register DP 2-6-25

4. Expense Approval Register AP 2-6-25

5. Expense Approval Register AP 2-7-25

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Clerk-2025-14

AGENDA ITEM: ADOPT ORDINANCE 1259 ADDING SECTION 1.10.060 (PROCESSING CLAIMS) TO CHAPTER 1.10 (CLAIMS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 935) OF TITLE 1 (GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF

THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE

DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk
STAFF CONTACT: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt Ordinance 1259 amending Title I (General Provisions) of Chapter 1.10 (Claims Pursuant to Government Code Section 935) of the Hollister Municipal Code

DISCUSSION: Ordinance 1259 was introduced at the February 18, 2025, City Council meeting, where the City Council held a public hearing and introduced an ordinance amending Title I (General Provisions) of Chapter 1.10 (Claims Pursuant to Government Code Section 935). A second reading and adoption of the ordinance is required.

FISCAL IMPACT: None.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: Ordinance 1259 was introduced at the February 18, 2025, City Council meeting with the following vote: 5-0.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Ordinance 1259

ORDINANCE NO. 1259

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER ADDING SECTION

1.10.060 (PROCESSING CLAIMS) TO CHAPTER 1.10 (CLAIMS
PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 935) OF TITLE 1
(GENERAL PROVISIONS) OF THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE

WHEREAS, the City of Hollister is a member of the Monterey Bay Area Self Insurance Authority (MBASIA) and works with a third party administrator to administer the City’s liability claims; and

WHEREAS, the City seeks to increase operational efficiencies when filing a claim; an d

WHEREAS, Government Code Sections 935.2, the City Council may authorize an employee to allow, compromise, or settle claims against the City of Hollister; and

NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister does hereby ordain as follows:

Section 1. Amend Hollister Municipal Code, Chapter 1.10 - Claims Pursuant to Government Section 935 to add Section 1.10.060 to read as follows:

1.10.060 - Processing of claims against the city.

A. The City Manager, or his or her designee, shall act on all claims filed against the city as specified in Government Code Section 900 et seq.

B. The City Manager, or his or her designee, and with the concurrence of the City Attorney, shall be authorized to allow, allow in part, compromise, settle, or reject, without prior approval of the City Council, claims against the city provided that no authority is given to allow, allow in part, compromise, or settle any such claim if the amount to be paid pursuant to such allowance, compromise, or settlement exceeds twenty-five thousand dollars ($25,000.00).

If the City Manager and the City Attorney do not agree to allow, allow in part, compromise, settle, or reject any claim against the city, said claim will be brought to the City Council for its authorization to allow, allow in part, compromise, settle or reject it.

C. Upon written order of the City Manager, or his or her designee , and with concurrence of the City Attorney, the Administrative Services Director shall cause to be issued a warrant upon the treasury of the city in the amount for which a claim has been allowed, allowed in part, compromised, or settled. The city council shall be notified within ten (10) days of the acceptance or rejection of any claim pursuant to this section and within ten (10) days of the claimant's acceptance of any settlement proposed pursuant to this section.

SECTION 2. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance is held invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the

Ordinance No. 1259

remaining portion of this Ordinance, and the City Council hereby declares that it would have passed the remainder of the Ordinance if such invalid portion thereof had been deleted.

SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage.

SECTION 4. PUBLICATION. Within fifteen (15) days after passage, the City Clerk shall cause this ordinance to be published in a newspaper of general circulation.

INTRODUCED at a regular City Council meeting on February 18, 2025 and ADOPTED as an ordinance of the City of Hollister at a regular City Council meeting on March 3, 2025 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

________________________________
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

______________________________ _______________________________ Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary Lerner, City Attorney

I, JENNIFER WOODWORTH, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Ordinance No. 1259 is an original ordinance, or true and correct copy of a City ordinance, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting of said Council held on March 3, 2025, at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Clerk-2025-17

AGENDA ITEM: RATIFY APPOINTMENT TO FILL A VACANCY ON THE ARTS &

CULTURAL COMMITTEE

DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk
STAFF CONTACT: Daisy Caceres, Deputy City Clerk

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Ratify appointment of Rosanna Alvarez to fill a vacancy to the Arts & Cultural Commission.

DISCUSSION: The Arts & Culture Committee currently has vacancies for the seats appointed by the Mayor and Councilmember Districts 1 & 3. The City Council must ratify appointments to the commissions.

The City Clerk’s Office received one application for the vacancies. The appointment of Rosanna Alvarez for the Arts & Cultural Commission to fill the Mayor’s appointment is based on the Mayor’s recommendation.

The recruitment will remain open for vacancies on all other Hollister boards and commissions.

FINANCIAL IMPACT: N/A

CEQA: N/A

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: N/A

CEQA: Not a project.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Redacted application for Rosanna Alvarez

2. Cover Letter

3. Supplemental Response

4. Resume

December 9, 2024
Art & Cultural Commission
City of Hollister
375 FiŌh Street
Hollister, CA 95023
Dear City Leaders,
I am wriƟng to express my enthusiasm for the opportunity to serve as a commissioner on the Hollister Art & Cultural Commission. With a deep-rooted passion for the arts, extensive experience in public service, and a commitment to creaƟve collaboraƟon, I am eager to contribute to the enrichment of Hollister’s vibrant cultural community.

Currently, I serve as a board member for both the San Benito Arts Council and Pinnacle Arts AssociaƟon, where I advocate for accessible arts programming and community engagement. As a member of SVCREATES’ Equity Council advisory board and a graduate of the MulƟcultural ArƟst Leadership InsƟtute, I have worked to ensure equity and representaƟon within arts organizaƟons and iniƟaƟves. My parƟcipaƟon in BiPOC Atlas underscores my dedicaƟon to amplifying diverse voices and showcasing the rich arƟsƟc tradiƟons within our communiƟes.

Beyond these roles, I spearheaded the organizing efforts to establish the Gilroy Arts Roundtable, fostering collaboraƟon among arƟsts and stakeholders to strengthen the local arts ecosystem.

My background includes serving on grant review panels and public art project selecƟon commiƩees, where I assessed proposals for their arƟsƟc merit, community impact, and alignment with cultural values. This work has honed my ability to evaluate creaƟve projects with fairness and intenƟonality, ensuring they reflect and upliŌ diverse perspecƟves.

As an arƟst, Aztec dancer, and parent supporƟng arƟsts and musicians, I deeply understand the transformaƟve power of the arts across generaƟons. I have also curated high-engagement poetry and cultural events that inspire dialogue and build community. These experiences have shaped my belief in the importance of inclusive, community-driven cultural iniƟaƟves.

I am eager to bring my leadership, advocacy, and creaƟve vision to the Hollister Art & Cultural Commission to support public art iniƟaƟves, sustainable arts funding, and cultural programming that reflects the diverse voices of our community.

Thank you for considering my applicaƟon. I welcome the opportunity to discuss how my experiences and skills align with the goals of the Commission.

Warm regards,
Rosanna Alvarez

PUBLIC ART ACQUISITION & COMMISSIONED WORKS PROCEDURE

Prepared December 9, 2024 by Rosanna Alvarez 1

Key Considerations for Success:
• Inclusivity: Ensure that the process is inclusive and gives diverse community voices a platform to influence the artwork’s direction.
• Cultural Sensitivity: Be aware of cultural nuances and the historical significance of the location or themes involved.
• Artist-Community Relationship: Foster collaboration between the artist and the community throughout the process to ensure the artwork is relevant and meaningful. • Sustainability: Plan for the long-term care of the artwork to ensure it continues to be a valuable asset for the community.
• Clear and Transparent: Acquisitions involve purchasing existing artworks that align with the project's vision, meeting legal and display requirements. Commissions focus on creating new art through artist selection, community input, and a design process tailored to specific themes and locations. This process ensures transparency in decision- making and clear communication with all stakeholders.

Effective Procedures:

An effective procedure for creating public art typically involves the following:

1. Initial Planning and Visioning
• Define the purpose: Clarify the goals of the public art project—whether the artwork will be an acquisition or a new commission. Determine whether the focus is on beautification, historical context, public engagement, or social commentary. • Establish a theme or concept: Determine the theme or concept, whether the artwork will be commissioned specifically for a site, or an existing work will be acquired that aligns with the project’s vision.
• Budgeting and Funding: Include budget planning for both commissions and acquisitions.

Commissions will likely include fabrication and installation costs, while acquisitions may involve negotiating purchase prices, transportation, and potential restoration.

2. Community Engagement
• Consultation: Regardless of whether the art is commissioned or acquired, engage the community in providing input on what type of artwork they would like to see. If acquiring art, this may include preferences for style, themes, or specific artists. If commissioning, it may involve discussions around site-specific needs and the community's involvement in the creative process.

PUBLIC ART ACQUISITION & COMMISSIONED WORKS PROCEDURE

Prepared December 9, 2024 by Rosanna Alvarez 2

• Collaboration: Whether acquiring existing art or commissioning new work, ensure that there is local representation in the decision-making process, either through direct involvement or advisory panels.

3. Acquisition vs. Commission
• Commissioning Process: If commissioning a new work, follow the procedures mentioned earlier:
o Open Call for Artists: Issue an open call for artists with relevant experience. o Artist Selection Panel: Have a panel select the artist(s) who will create the new work, ensuring they align with the project’s theme, location, and budget. o Artist Briefing and Proposal Review: Artists submit design proposals, which are then reviewed and refined.
• Acquisition Process: If acquiring existing artwork, the process will differ slightly:
o Identify Existing Works: Research existing works that align with the project's vision, and consider art galleries, auctions, private collections, and other institutions.
o Negotiation and Purchase: Once the desired work(s) are identified, enter into negotiations with the artist, gallery, or institution to purchase the artwork. This may involve price negotiation, legal contracts, and transportation logistics. o Artwork Authentication and Condition Check: Ensure the acquired artwork is authentic, in good condition, and suitable for public display, which may require conservation efforts.

4. Selection and Approval
• Artist(s) and Artwork Selection: In both commissions and acquisitions, the artist (or artwork) should be selected with input from a panel that includes stakeholders, community representatives, and art professionals.
• Approval Process: Whether commissioning a work or acquiring an existing one, get approval from local authorities, cultural agencies, or other relevant bodies to ensure the project meets legal, aesthetic, and environmental standards. • Regulatory Considerations: Ensure compliance with zoning laws, public safety regulations, and environmental considerations, whether commissioning new work or installing acquired pieces.

5. Design/Review Process
• For Commissions: Artists will submit detailed designs for approval. This process includes community engagement to ensure the design reflects local values and history. There may be multiple rounds of review and feedback.

PUBLIC ART ACQUISITION & COMMISSIONED WORKS PROCEDURE

Prepared December 9, 2024 by Rosanna Alvarez 3

• For Acquisitions: If acquiring an existing work, there might not be a design phase, but the artwork should undergo review to ensure it aligns with the vision for the public space, considering its themes, condition, and appropriateness for the location.

6. Installation and Logistics
• Commissioned Works: For newly commissioned works, the installation phase involves the fabrication and transport of the artwork to the public space. Artists may be involved in the installation to ensure the work is properly executed. • Acquired Works: For acquired artwork, this phase involves logistics such as transportation, installation, and any necessary restoration or conservation to ensure the work’s suitability for outdoor or public viewing.

7. Inauguration and Launch
• Unveiling Event: Organize a public unveiling ceremony for both commissioned and acquired works. The event might include artist talks (if commissioned work), performances, or speeches that explain the significance of the piece. • Promotion: Use local media, social media, and community outreach to raise awareness about the artwork, whether it’s newly commissioned or acquired.

8. Ongoing Maintenance and Evaluation
• Maintenance Plan: Both commissioned and acquired artworks require long-term care.

Develop a plan to preserve and maintain the artwork, whether it's through regular cleaning, restoration, or protective measures.
• Evaluation: Assess the impact of the artwork over time, collecting feedback from the community about its relevance and aesthetic impact. This might involve surveys, interviews, or community discussions.
• Sustainability: Plan for the longevity of the piece, whether it is maintained through the ongoing work of the artist (in the case of commissioned works) or through a conservation plan if the artwork is acquired.

9. Long-term Engagement
• Documentation: Document both the acquisition and commissioning processes, including the stories behind the works, artist interviews, and the community's response to the artwork. This helps build an ongoing relationship between the artwork and the public.
• Educational Programs: Develop programs around both commissioned and acquired works to help the community understand the themes, history, and significance of the pieces. This could include tours, lectures, or educational materials.

ROSANNA ALVAREZ
____________________________________________________________________________________________________ A dedicated visual arst, performer, Aztec dancer, and cultural advocate wi th extensive experience fostering creavi ty and cultural preservaon. Experi e nce servi ng on commissions, nonprofit boards, and advi sory council s wi th an emphasis on the arts. Experience on grant revi ew panel s and publ ic art project selecon commiees, e nsuring publ ic investments i n the arts upl i diverse voi ces and promote community engagement. Curator of hi gh-engagement poetry and cul tural events. Award-winni ng author and il lustrator, with notabl e coll aboraons, i ncludi ng internaonal poetry coll aboraons. Commi e d to advocang for accessi ble programming, publi c art i niaves, and the sustainabl e growth of Hol li ster’s cul tural landscape. ____________________________________________________________________________________________________ EDUCATION:

San José State University , San José, CA
Master of Arts, Chi cana and Chicano Studi es
wi th Emphasis i n Comparave Ethni c Studi es
Santa Clara University, Santa Cl ara, CA
Bachel or of Science, Poli cal Sci ence with
Mi nors in Soci ology and Ethnic Studies
____________________________________________________________________________________________________ Special Projects
● San Francisco 49ers Collaboraon: Coll aborate d wi th the San Franci sco 49ers on "Hasta La Muerte ," a Spani sh-l anguage social medi a campaign cel e brang Hi spani c Heritage Month and Day of the De ad, hi ghli ghng cul tural tradions and communi ty engagement through storytel li ng. ● Mosaic Atlas BiPOC Arsts Project: Featured as a cul tural asset i n a proj e ct cel e brang diverse BiPOC arsts, contribung to the visibi li ty of underrepresented voices and cul tural narrave s in the arts. ● Cultural New Deal Silicon Valley : Acvely parcipated i n a sessi on focused on advancing the Cultural New De al ini ave, which seeks to upl i arts, cul ture, and equi ty in Sil icon Val ley through col laborave strategies and advocacy for cultural workers and communies.
● Lano Health Assessment Report (2024–2025): Led the development and wring of a cultural ly responsive heal th assessment for Santa Clara County.
____________________________________________________________________________________________________ TEACHING AND ACADEMIC LEADERSHIP EXPERIENCE:

Lecturer, Ethnic Studies Department
Gavilan College | Beginning January 2025
Courses: Introducon to Chicanx Studies
● Develop a course that supports theorecal and experienal unde rstanding of l ived experience and community acvism
● Mentor students from underrepresented backgrounds, supporng academic and career advancement. ● Create engagement opportunies between Hol li ster campus and community at l arge Senior Lecturer, Chicano Studies Department
San José State University | 2015–Present
Courses Taught: Introducon to Chicanx Studies; Public Address; Gender & Sexuality in Chicano Communies; Race & Ethnicity in Public Space; Changing Majority
● Developed and taught a wide range of courses i n Chicano Studies, includi ng "Chicanx/Lanx Culture and Hi story" and "Race , Ge nde r & Sexuali ty."
● Col laborated on cross-discipl inary i niaves, integrang Chi cano Studies with Sociol ogy, Women and Ge nde r Studi es, and Publi c Address.
● Mentore d students from underrepresented backgrounds, supporng academic and career advanceme nt. ∙ Led efforts to ali gn departmental goals with Cali forni a State Universi ty system-wide equi ty and i ncl usion objecves.
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● Served as Interim Assessment Coordi nator to i mprove and establi sh syste ms toward compl eon of reporng cri teri a to support col leagues i n reporng on al ignme nt wi th stated obje cves, i ncludi ng creaon of assessment tool s, gui deli nes, and procedures, as well as deve lop master syll abi to ensure compl iance with uni versity, acade mi c and admi nistrave poli cies. ● Col laborate wi th other di sci pli nes/departments to establi sh i ntegrave learning model s, i ncludi ng a publ ic
Instructor, Comparave Ethnic Studies; Chicano/Lano Studies; and Women’s Studies Departments De Anza College | 2014–2022
Introducon to Chicana(o)/Lana(o) Studies, Chicana(o)/Lana(o)) Culture, Chicana(o)/Lana(o) and the Arts, Chicana(o)/Lana(o) History, Women of Color in the U.S., La Mujer: Lana Life and Experience, Women & Gendered Violence; Introducon to Women's Studies; Women and Pop Culture ● Taught courses on Chi cana/Lana i de nty, hi story, and cul tural expressi on ● Chai red the Di vision Equity Commi e e and devel oped profe ssi onal devel opment workshops for faculty on an racist teachi ng pracces.
● Served as Interim Di rector for the Higher Educaon for AB540 Stude nts Program, overseei ng the deve lopme nt of ini aves to support undocumented students. ● Inte grated service-learning ci vi c engagement components into course curri culum by partnering with local community l eade rs and educaonal admini strators for strategi c implementaon service l earni ng proje cts. ● Developed and co-facil itate workshops on decolonizi ng approaches i n the cl assroom and campus-wi de to present to staff for professional devel opment trai ning through Teachi ng & Learning. ● Assi sted with recrui tment, retenon, and support of student mentors to acvel y parci pate in the Lanos Empowe re d at De Anza (LEAD) Program.

Adjunct Instructor (Long-Term Substute), Women’s Studies Evergreen Valley College | 2015
Introducon to Women’s Studies
● Ali gned course obje cves wi th instuonal curricul um. ● Provided se amless transi on for stude nts, i ncludi ng effecvel y bui ldi ng rapport and academi c success. ● Inte grate effe cve teaching strate gi es to support retenon in the face of an abrupt transion.

Educator, Verbal Reasoning (9th Grade English/Language Arts) Downtown College Preparatory Academy | 2010-2011
● Prepare and deli ver dai ly l essons with objecves that support underachievi ng students in developi ng l ite racy ski ll s wi th the ulmate goal of prepari ng first-generaon stude nts for coll ege success ● Develop and implement strategi es and material s that introduce concepts of social jusce and build towards cul turall y rel evant curri cul um for 96% Lana/o student populaon who wil l be the first i n their fami ly to graduate from coll ege
● Movate students to take charge of thei r own l earni ng and set goal s by documenng progress and cre ang performance assessments that track indi vidual stude nt progress ● Prepare for on-goi ng performance eval uaons to improve i nstrucon and cl assroom management in response to detail ed feedback about areas of i mprovement i n l ine with i nstuonal objecves LEADERSHIP AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT EXPERIENCE:

Co-Founder and Editorial Director, Eastside Magazine | 2019–Present ● Lead strategi c direcon and editori al focus for a bil ingual publi caon that centers Lano voi ce s and cross cul tural communi ty stori es from East San José.
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● Maintained a thorough grasp of the funding landscape whil e buil ding and mai ntai ning re laonshi ps with l ocal stakeholders, incl uding Ci ty and County government, coll aborang programs and nonprofits, and partne ri ng school di stri cts i n K-12.
● Partnered wi th City and County programs to offer trai ning, facil itaon, and consul ng on storytell ing, narrave reclamaon, and supporng pracce s grounded in inclusi on and bel onging.

Founding Principal, Citlali Rose LLC | 2009–Present
Communicaons and Cultural Consulng : Provided communicaon, cultural responsivity, and equity-focused consulng for local government offices throughout Santa Clara County (Division of Equity and Social Jusce, Social Services Agency, and Cultural Affinity Groups) and San Benito County. ● Facil itated me dia trai ning and workshops to support organi zaons i n crai ng compell ing narraves for publ ic campai gns and grassroots advocacy.
● Developed storytel li ng ini ave s that drove engage ment and buil t brand loyal ty for nonprofit organi zaons across the region.

Public Speaking & Thought Leadership : Delivered numerous keynote addresses and parcipated in panels on topics including storytelling for advocacy, equity, and cultural narraves. ● Presented at high-profil e conference s such as San José State University's Transforming Communies: A Movement for Racial Jusce, Santa Clara County Domesc Violence Conference, Lano Leadership Alliance Annual Gala, Silicon Valley Educaon Foundaon, San Jose Women’s March, and the Women’s Leadership & Policy Summit.
● Engage d diverse audiences—from communi ty leaders to academic professi onals—dri ving public understandi ng of key communicaon i niaves and promong the mission of partner organi zaons. ∙ Developed a reputaon for del ivering thought l eadershi p on brand strategy, communicaon, and cultural narrave i n the nonprofit, government, and academi c se ctors.

Founder of Citlali Rose : Developed and sustained the brand identy for Citlali Rose, a plaorm focused on culturally responsive storytelling, community advocacy, and social jusce. ● Created a cohesive brand vision that combines cul tural equity, empowerment, and narrave recl amaon, emphasizi ng the importance of diverse voices i n advocacy and communi ty-buil ding. ● Led the de si gn and i mpl ementaon of brand strate gi es across di gital pl aorms, incl uding web desi gn, social medi a, and mul medi a content, to ensure al ignment with the brand’s mission and vi sion.
● Produced cul turall y resonant content through blogs, podcasts, and community workshops, drivi ng audi ence engage ment and ampl ifyi ng underrepresented voices. ● Managed publi c relaons and outre ach campai gns, includi ng storytel li ng workshops, publ ic speaking engagements, and events, that expande d the brand’s vi sibi li ty and impact within the community.
● Bui lt strategi c partnerships wi th local organi zaons, nonprofits, and educaonal instuons to enhance Citlal i Rose’s brand recogni on and engage di verse audiences.

Hella Chingona Podcast : Developed and maintained the brand identy for the Hella Chingona Podcast, a podcast under the Citlali Rose brand.
● Created a cul turall y resonant brand by curang content and vi sual s that ali gne d wi th the podcast ’s mission of empoweri ng Chicana/Lana voi ces and ampl ifying stori es beyond resi li ence. ● De si gned the podcast’s vi sual i denty, i ncludi ng logo creaon, social me dia assets, and brandi ng gui deli nes that reflect the cul tural roots and acvi sm embedded i n the podcast’s themes. ● Managed al l aspects of content strategy, producon, markeng campai gns, and engagement. 3 Page 83 of 206

● Bui lt and nurtured a community of l iste ne rs, leveragi ng storytel li ng and di gital outre ach to i ncrease audi ence engagement and brand l oyalty.

Co-Founder & Co-Director, Andariega Collecve | 2010–2014 ● Led strate gi c pl anni ng, resource devel opment, and coali on bui ldi ng for a youth i ntervenon program. ∙ Manage d core funcons (finance, admini straon, communicaon) and establ ished gender-responsi ve, cul turall y rel evant partnerships supporng women and youth. ● Developed curriculum for Mayahuel , a resil iency program for young women ages 13-19, wi th targete d outre ach to at-ri sk youth.
● Secured $25,000 in fundi ng through grants and donaons for summer programming. ∙ Directed al l communicaons, includi ng markeng, soci al media, and media outreach, whi le recruing interns and coordinang stake holder rel aons.
● Facil itated cultural ly responsi ve traini ng in col laboraon with l ocal government agenci es.

Resource Development Associate, Somos Mayfair | 2011-2013 ● Worked cl osel y wi th Execuve Di re ctor, Resource Devel opment Director, and Board of Di rectors to support deve lopme nt efforts of $1.5 mi ll ion budget by craing compe ll ing narraves and pre pari ng supporng materi al s for the mel y submi ssi on of grant appli caons and reports to ensure grant compli ance and organi zaonal integrity toward supporng chi ldren, organizi ng fami li e s, and connecng neighborhoods to upl i the dreams, power, and leadership of a predomi nantly immi grant community whil e addressi ng systemic inequi e s.
● Completed donor research, idenfied prospecve government, foundaon, and corporate grant funding opportunies, revi sed and maintained comprehensi ve updated i nventory on al l grants submied, as well as prepared progress reports for board and funders and oversaw contract compl iance. ● Supervi sed interns and col laborate wi th staff to offer i nput on strategi c planni ng and potenal fundi ng sources, incl uding coordinaon of communi ty events, such as the organi zaon’s annual si gnature Gracias a l a Vida fundraisi ng luncheon.

Fund Development & Program Coordinator, Rebekah Children’s Services | 2008-2010 ● Bui lt resources to support chil dre n's and fami li es' wel l-being, incl uding recruing board membe rs, mentors, and youth, expanding the donor base, and worki ng with schools and l ocal partners. ● Led communicaons, incl uding markeng campai gns, website updates, newsl eers, and grant reports. ∙ Managed a $100,000 program budget for a school -based mentori ng program and sought fundi ng for programs, i ncludi ng a $14 mil li on agency-wide budget wi th a focus on the Lana Leadership Program. ∙ Create d workshop mate ri als for youth and adul ts, led workshops, and devel oped eval uaon systems to measure success.

Temporary Program Coordinator, Hispanic Foundaon of Silicon Valley | 2007-2008 ● Col laborated wi th the Execuve Director to idenf y grantees and support Lano phi lanthropy i n health and educaon, whi le cul vang a donor base.
● Provided admi nistrave support, managed donor database, and handled dail y office operaons (mail , calendar, correspondence, and suppl ies).
● Oversaw bookkeepi ng, incl uding accounts payable/receivabl e and financial reporng. ∙ Assi sted with event pl anning for an 800-aendee benefit, i ncludi ng vol unteer recruitment, coll ateral desi gn, and media coordinaon.
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______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Service and Advocacy
● Board Member , Pi nnacl e Arts Associ aon
● Board Member , San Beni to Arts Council
● Board Member , La Raza Histori cal Soci ety of Santa Clara Vall ey ● Equity Council Member , SVCREATES
● Planning Commiee Chair , Women’s Heritage Day, Hi story Park San José ● Advisory Board Member , Hispanic Servi ng Instuons Advisory Board, San Jose City Coll ege ● Advisor , Womanhood Project & Arts Buil ds Community, Santa Clara County ● Founding Member, Cal pull i Oceloci huatl Aztec Dance Group ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Recognion & Awards
● Colibri Award from the Lano Leadership Alliance for digital l iteracy campaign and community bui ldi ng. ● Silver Medal for The Juan Felipe Herrera Award for Best Poetry Book for Braided [Un]Be-Longing. ● Bronze Medal from the Internaonal Lano Book Awards for Best Cover De si gn for Braided [Un]Be-Longing. ● Disnguished Preservaon Award , The Santa Clara County Preservaon Alliance Award for prese rvi ng regi onal La Raza cultural contri buons through wring, publi shi ng, teaching, and performi ng. ● Elvira Cordero Cisneros Scholarship wi thi n the presgi ous Macondo Write rs Workshop (an associ aon of social ly-engaged wri ters worki ng to advance creavity, foster generosi ty, and serve the community, founded i n 1995 by poet and writer Sandra Cisneros).
● Commendaons from the San José Ci ty Counci l Offices of Omar Torres and Pete r Orz, the County of Santa Cl ara from Supervisor Ci ndy Chavez, and a Cerficate of Recogni on from the State of Cal iforni a Senate by way of Senator Dave Cortese for our work with Eastside Magazine. ● Changing the World Together: Social Entrepreneurship and Community Engagement Alumnus Award , San José State Uni versity, San José , CA. 2013.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Media Features & Presentaons
Professional Development Workshop, “Embodied Leadership: Cel ebrang the Cultural Current of Rhythm, Roots, and Pl ay.” American Leadership Forum Si li con Vall ey. San Jose, CA. November 2024.

History & Service Workshop, “La Raza Historical Society of Santa Clara Valley.” Evergreen Vall ey Col lege. Gi lroy, CA. October 2024.

Book Talk & Storytelling Workshop, “Community, Chisme, and Power.” Gavi lan Col lege. Gil roy, CA.

September 2024.

Television Interview , La Raza Historical Society Raza Leaders . Comuni dad del Val ley with Damian Truji ll o.

Tel e mundo and NBC Bay Are a. August 2024.

Keynote , Community Forged: Poec Legacies of Storytelling for Social Jusce . “Transforming Communies: A Movement to Raci al Jusce” Symposium. Hammer The ater, San José State Uni versity. San José, CA. November 2023.

Book Talk & Storytelling Workshop , “Braiding Revoluon.” Library Chat with Puente students, College of San Mate o. San Mate o, CA. October 2023.

Book Talk & Storytelling Workshop , “The Power of Storytelling.” Puente and El Centro. West Val ley Col lege.

Saratoga, CA. October 2023.
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Featured Author, Fireside Chat , Empower, Educate, Learn Series . San José Publi c Library Foundaon. San José, CA. October 2023.

Poetry Workshop Facilitator , “Braiding a Legacy of Belonging.” MOSAIC Fesval Sil icon Val ley. San José, CA.

September 2023.

Wring Workshop , “Braiding Revoluon.” El Centro Chicanx/Lanx Resource Center, San José State Unive rsi ty. Septe mber 2023.

Emcee , Celebrang La Raza Awards 2023 . La Raza Histori cal Society. San José , CA. Se ptember 2023.

Television Interview , La Raza Historical Society Impact Awards . Comunidad del Vall ey wi th Dami an Trujil lo. Telemundo and NBC Bay Are a. August 2023.

Workshop Facilitator , “Trenzas en Movimiento - A Reckoning in Public-aon.” Mujeres Acvas e n Letras y Cambio Soci al Naonal Conference. UC Davi s. Jul y 2023. ● Closing Remarks , “Leading with an Abundant Mindset.” Sil icon Val ley Educaon Foundaon Summi t. San José, CA. September 2023.

Featured Guest , Friday Fire with Brenda Vaca . Riot of Roses Press, Instagram Live. Apri l 2023.

Featured Speaker, Fireside Chat , Belonging: Celebrang Community, Heritage, and HERstories . Hi story Park San José & Mosai c Sil icon Val ley. March 2023.

Numerous other presentaons and panels on cultural advocacy , storytelling , and public speaking at presgious forums i ncludi ng the Lano Leadership Alliance Gala , San José Women’s March , and Mujeres Acvas en Letras y Cambio Social conferences.
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Publicaons
● Anthology Contri butor, Somos Xicanas Anthology , Somos En Escrito (Forthcoming December 2024). ● "Not Your Model Minority: The Art and Acvism of Renee Tajima-Peña," Feminist Media Histories:

An Internaonal Journa l (Co-Author, Forthcoming Spring 2024). ● The Early Wrings of Luis Valdez: El Machete's Crique of American Society , Co-Edi tor wi th Dr.

Gre gorio Mora Torres, La Raza Hi storical Society Press (2023). ● Braided [Un]Be-Longing , Ocote Libre Press (2023).
● "La Masa de la Raza," Eastside Magazine (April 2023). ● "Al Hoci co Li bre: An Homenaje to Whi spers Set Free," Journal X (2022). ● "En Fami li a," Eastside Magazine (April 2021).
● El Bi enestar," Eastside Magazine (January 2021). ● "Predatory Reciprocity and the Poli cs of Chi ngona Fierce," Chi cana/Lana Studies: The Journal of Mujeres Acvas en Letras y Cambio Social (Spri ng 2020). ● "Rai si ng Humanity Beyond Shel teri ng Safel y," Modern Lana Magazine (June 2020). ● "Hoci cona," St. Sucia Zine: Aqui y Ahora (Spring 2018). ● "Obl igaon Emanci paon: An Hoci cona Procl amaon," Label Me Lana/o (Fal l 2014). ______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Exhibions & Collaborave Projects
● Sunrise Ce re mony, an Indi genous Gatheri ng in Soli dari ty with Naonal Day of Mourni ng. Cal pull i Oceloci huatl Leadership Team, Mexican Heritage Pl aza. San Jose, CA. November 2024. ● SJ Roots Fesval : Poets Unbound. Curated mul cul tural poets for mai n poetry stage. San Jose, CA. November 2024.
● Poets of Color Segments on KPFA, KKUP Radio Staons and Livestreams. Ongoi ng. ● TIERRA Exhibi on. Two-woman art show alongside Yolanda Gue rra. Gall e ry 1202. Gi lroy, CA. Forthcoming Apri l 2024.
● Wome n’s Heritage Day at Hi story Park – Organi zi ng and Engagement Chair, Poetry Lounge and All Women’s 6 Page 86 of 206

Lowrider Exhi bion. San Jose , CA. March 2024.
● Fl ami n’ Hot Exhi bit. Group Art Show. Gall ery 1202. Gi lroy, CA. Jul y 2023. ● Equity Consultant, ArtsWeb & Gi lroy Arts Roundtables , Santa Cl ara County, CA. 2021-2023. ∙ Aztec Dance r & Grassroots Organi zer, Kalpul li Izkal li , Gil roy, Cali fornia. 2009-2023. ● Co-Curator, RESILIENCE: An Exhibi on, WORKS San José, San José , CA. December 2022. ● Artwork formerly on Exhibi on at the Euphrat Musuem (Cuperno, CA - 2017), Pete Gall eri a (San Jose, CA - 2017), Comali to Col lecve (Vall ejo, CA - 2018).
______________________________________________________________________________________________________ Professional Development
● Macondo Wri ters Workshop wi th Richard Bl anco and Sandra Ci sneros. Ausn, Texas. Jul y 2024. ● Anaphora Wri ng Residency. Prose with Ceci ly Wong, Mahtem Shi feraw, and Chri s Abani. Anaphora Arts. Onl ine Fe bruary 2024.
● “It’s Music to My Ears” Workshop with Ri goberto Gonzal ez. Brooklyn Poets Cra Lab. Onl ine. October 2023. ∙ Emerging Cri cs Program wi th Roxane Gay, Cl aire Dederer, Lynell George, Maya C. Popa, Parul Sehgal , and Ruben Quesada. Anaphora Arts. Onl ine. October 2023. ● Macondo Wri ters Workshop wi th Ishmael Reed, Sandra Cisneros, and John Phil li p Santos. Ausn, Texas.

Jul y 2023.
● Mujeres e n Letras y Cambi o Social Summer Instute. Davi s, Cal ifornia. Jul y 2023. ● Confe re nce for Wri ters of Color. Anaphora Arts. Onli ne. June 2023. ● “Fi con Revi sion as an Act of Radical Love” with Reena Shah. Ti n House. Onli ne. August-October 2023. ∙ Praisi ng the Stone with Ada Li món. Brooklyn Cras Lab. Onli ne. October 2022. ● “About Ti me: Where to Start, Stop and Jump” with Sarah M. Jasat. September 2023. ● “Love as Li beraon: Generave, Open-Genre Wri ng ” wi th Ceci li a Caball ero. Se ptember 2023. ∙ ● “Sel f-Care Whi le Wring Trauma” by Natali a Syl vester. Voi ce s of Our Naons Arts (VONA). Onli ne.

September 2022.
● Instute for Emancipatory Educaon's Community Cultural Weal th in Acon Working Group. SJSU.

Anal yze reflecons of scholars across di sci pli nes and segments of higher educaon about teaching courses, conducng research, and engaging communies centered on issues of emancipatory educaon, raci al and social jusce, equi ty and diversi ty. January 2022-May 2022. ● Mulcul tural Arts Leadershi p Instute. School of Arts and Culture. Le adership devel opment program for peopl e of color deepl y engaged in Si li con Vall ey's arts, cul ture , and entertainment sectors. October 2016-May 2017. ∙ Grantsmanshi p Trai ning Program. Grantsmanshi p Cente r. December 2012.

Comprehensive trai ning i n grant re search, sol ici taon, and management. ● Money for Our Movements. Grassroots Fundraisi ng Instute. August 2012 . Over 700 social jusce fundraisers and organizers from across the country came together to buil d and strengthen coll ecve resources, grassroots fundrai si ng skil ls, and visi on for soci al jusce movements. ● Soci al Media for Nonprofits. Microso Conference Ce nter. June 2012. Conference series de dicated to social medi a for social good wi th a focus on shari ng praccal ps and tools for fundrai si ng, markeng, and advocacy with nonprofit deci si on-makers.
● Introductory Te achi ng Coursework. Santa Cl ara Universi ty Teaching Credenal Program. Summer 2011. ● Instute for Teachers of Col or Commied to Soci al Jusce. Santa Clara Universi ty. Summer 2011. ● Guidi ng Lights Weekend. January 2010. Conference dedi cated to creang di alogue and coll aboraon amongst communi ty workers and educaonal professional s. ● Developmental Assets 101 Traini ng. Project Cornerstone. Santa Clara County Learning Instute, De partment of Al cohol and Drug Servi ces, Mental Health Department. November 5, 2009. Cerficate of Compleon. ∙ Special Events Acade my. October 20, 2009. Cerficate of Compl eon. Topi cs: "Event Sponsorship 101"; "Budget Management"; and "Bui ldi ng a Powerhouse Team: Recrui ng Board and Commi ee Me mbers." ∙ Entre He rmanas Coachi ng Circl e Trai ning. Chi cana/Lana Foundaon and Hispanas Organized for Poli cal Equal ity.
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● September 12, 2009. Topi cs: "SMART Goal Seng"; "Emoonal Intell igence "; "Introducon to Mentoring Coach Model ."
● Gangs: The New Chil d Abuse. 27th Annual Chil d Abuse Symposium: Supported Famil ies = Safe Kids, Santa Cl ara County Chi ld Abuse Counci l. Apri l 3, 2009. ● 10th Anni versary Mentoring Conference: The Fi rst Decade of Innovaon and Excel lence. January 29, 2009. Cerficate of Parci paon. Topics: "Di versity i n Mentoring Relaonships"; "Buil ding School -based Mentori ng Re laonshi ps: What Contribute s to Posi ve Resul ts?"; "Let Them Fl y! Beyond Youth Development to Youth Empowe rment"; "Cul turall y Smart Me ntoring Relaonshi ps" ● Mentori ng Program Grantee Cohort Traini ng, US De partment of Educaon - Office of Safe and Drug Free School s. Decembe r 2-4, 2008. Cerficate of Parci paon. Topics: "Does Mentori ng Work?"; "Creang Matches That Last"; "Traini ng New Mentors"; "Markeng Your Program"; "The Power of Strength-Based Mentori ng Approach in Mentoring At-Ri sk Youth"; "Consideraons for Mentoring Difficul t to Serve Youth"; "Rethinking Diversi ty: Anal yzing Pri vil ege and Soci ali zaon"; "Traini ng Mentees: Kids Goa Know What to Expect"; "Hope Bel ieved: Creang Mentoring Relaonshi ps That Promote Adult Re sponsi bil ity and Foster Hope Amongst Youth"; "Where Do We Go From He re ?: Impl emenng the Pl an and Ke e ping the Momentum."
● Instuto de Teatro. Teatro Vi si on. November 2008. Trai ning focused on buil ding trai ning and faci li taon te chni ques, i ncorporang community the ater and ki nesthecs. ● Teen Pregnancy Prevenon Program (TPP) Conference. Office of Fami ly Planni ng, Cali fornia De partment of Publ ic Heal th. Spring 2008. Various traini ngs geared toward i mpl emenng effe cve strategi es for teenage pregnancy prevenon.
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STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-14

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES TO

TRAVEL FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES POLICY COMMITTEE MEETINGS, MARCH 27-28, 2025, IN BURBANK, CA

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution authorizing Councilmember Morales to travel for the League of California Cities Policy Committee Meetings, March 27-28, 2025 in Burbank, CA.

DISCUSSION: The League of California Cities Policy Committee Meetings are scheduled for March 27-28, 2025, in Burbank, CA. The Committee will discuss topics including Public Safety, Revenue and Taxation, Housing, Community, and Economic Development. Councilmember Morales is an appointed committee member by the League of California Cities to the Policy Committee and is responsible for the review of policies.

Councilmember Morales is requesting city council approval to travel, and in accordance with the City Council Travel Policy (June 2023), 2.1C City Council approves travel requests before travel…an approval of the City Council means a majority vote of the City Council at a public City Council meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT: Not to exceed $1,500 in registration fees, travel, and per diem

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: None for this item.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-xxx

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES TO TRAVEL FOR THE

LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES POLICY COMMITTEE MEETINGS,
MAR. 27-28, 2025, IN BURBANK, CA

WHEREAS, Councilmember Dolores Morales is requesting city council approval to travel for the League of California Cities Policy Committee Meetings, Mar. 27 - 28, 2025 in Burbank, CA; and

WHEREAS, Councilmember Morales is an appointed committee member by the League of California Cities for the Policy Committee; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with the City Council Travel Policy (June 2023), 2.1C City Council approves travel requests before travel…an approval of the City Council means a majority vote of the City Council at a public City Council meeting.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister approves Councilmember Morales to travel for the League of California Cities Policy Committee Meetings, Mar. 27 - 28, 2025 in Burbank, CA.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

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Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

Resolution No. 2025-XX

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-13

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES TO USE UP TO $25,650 OF CITY COUNCIL BUDGETED FY 24/25 DISCRETIONARY

FUNDS FOR FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF SAN BENITO COUNTY LEAGUE OF

UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS (LULAC)

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution authorizing Councilmember Morales to use up to $25,650 of FY 24/25 City Council budgeted discretionary funds in support of the San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) for development of a Rapid Response Network (RRN) and training for staff, and $2,818 of City administrative costs and authorizing the city manager to execute the necessary agreements.

DISCUSSION: In June 2023, The City Council adopted a Discretionary Funds Policy, which governs the use of Council discretionary funds to benefit the community and/or by local organizations that provide community, environmental, and social services that benefit the City’s community and enhance the well-being of its residents. To help fund these needs, the City budgets a discretionary amount annually for each City Council member for the purpose of improving the quality of life for the residents of the City of Hollister.

As per Section 2.1-2c of the Discretionary Fund Policy, approval of the City Council requires a majority vote of the City Council at a public City Council meeting.

Councilmember Morales requests City Council approval to use budgeted discretionary funds in an amount not to exceed $25,650 for the San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) for the development of a Rapid Response Network (RRN) for residents and provide training for staff. The RRN is a community defense project that helps immigrant families facing deportation threats. Additional information and resources are available to the community by the RRN, a volunteer-based organization that helps protect community members from these types of activities.

The discretionary funds represent financial support not to exceed $25,650 and $2,818 in City of Hollister administrative costs for staff time and resources.

The City Manager will negotiate and execute the necessary agreements. As with all discretionary fund contracts issued to non-profit organizations, staff will not execute the contract until the organization is in good standing with the State of California’s Registry of Charities and Fundraisers.

FISCAL IMPACT: Amount not to exceed $28,468

FY 24/25 – 101-1105-730009 – Discretionary Funds – District 3

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: No previous actions.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Discretionary Funds Application - Signed

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-xx

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

AUTHORIZING COUNCILMEMBER MORALES THE USE OF CITY
COUNCIL FY 24/25 BUDGETED DISCRETIONARY FUNDS IN THE
AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $25,650 IN FINANCIAL SUPPORT OF SAN

BENITO COUNTY LEAGUE OF UNITED LATIN AMERICAN CITIZENS
(LULAC) AND $2,818 IN ADMINISTRATIVE COSTS FOR STAFF TIME

AND RESOURCES

WHEREAS, the City Council adopted a Discretionary Fund Policy which governs the use of Council Discretionary funds to benefit the community and/or by local organizations that provide community, environmental, and social services that benefit the City’s community and enhance the well-being of its residents; and

WHEREAS, to help fund these needs, the City budgets a discretionary amount annually for each City Councilmember for the purpose of improving the quality of life for the residents of the City of Hollister; and

WHEREAS, as per Section 2.1C of the Discretionary Fund Policy, an approval of the City Council at a public City Council meeting; and

WHEREAS, Councilmember Morales requests City Council approval in financial support to the San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) to develop a Rapid Response Network (RRN) for residents and to provide training for staff, not to exceed $25,650 of FY 24/25 budgeted discretionary funds for financial support and $2,818 in administrative costs for staff time and resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister approve Councilmember Morales to use City Council budgeted discretionary funds of $25,650 for financial support of the San Benito County League of United Latin American Citizens (LULAC) to develop a Rapid Response Network for residents and to provide training for staff and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and execute the necessary agreements.

Not to exceed $28,468 - FY 24/25 – 101-1105-730009 - Discretionary Funds – District 3

Resolution No. 2025-xx

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3,2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

CITY COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUND REQUEST

Councilmember requesting: _________________________________________________________________ Funds will be used for: _____________________________________________________________________ Benefit to community: ______________________________________________________________________ Discretionary Funds requested: $___________________________________

ORGANIZATION NAME: _______________________________________________________________________________ CONTACT PERSON(S): ______________________________________ PHONE NUMBER: _________________________ ADDRESS: _________________________________________________________________________________________ CITY: _____________________________________ STATE: ____________ ZIP: _________________

I, _______________________________________, acknowledge that City Council Discretionary Funds and the goods or services purchased with them are public resources that may not be used for political activities or campaign-related purposes. ¹

__________________________________________ ______________________________ Council member signature Date

¹Government Code, § 54964; Vargas v. Salinas, (2009) 46 Cal.4th 1, 24-25; Stanson v. Mott, (1976) 17 Cal.3d 206, 209-210 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- For office use only:

Request Approved by City Council: □ Yes □ No City Council approval date: ______________________

DIRECT COSTS
Item ____________________________________ Qty: _________ Price $_____________ Item ____________________________________ Qty: _________ Price $_____________ Item ____________________________________ Qty: _________ Price $_____________ Item ____________________________________ Qty: _________ Price $ _____________ Subtotal (A): $ _______________

OVERHEAD
Staff ____City Manager Office______ Hrs. ________ Rate: ___$72_______ Total: $___________ Staff ____City Clerk’s Office___ ____ Hrs. ________ Rate: ___$94______ Total: $___________ Staff ____City Attorney____________ Hrs. ________ Rate: ___$250_____ Total: $___________ Staff ____ ________________________ Hrs. ________ Rate: ______________ Total: $___________ Subtotal (B): $ ______________

Subtotal (A & B): $______________
Administrative Cost - 10%: $______________

Grand Total: $_____________

City Council Meeting Date: __________________________ Resolution No.: ____________________________ Not to exceed: $____________________________________
G/L Account No: 101-1105-__________________________
Services Agreement: □ Yes □ No
City Vendor Number: _______________________________
City of Hollister Business License Number: ________________ Federal Tax ID (applicable to businesses paid more than $600) □ Yes □ No

Hollister CA
1 2
.25
.25
144.00

23.50 62.50
230.00
03/03/2025
730009
Dolores Morales
Operations & Programs
Councilmember Dolores Morales
Development Rapid Response Network
San Benito County LULAC 2890
PO Box 1446
95023
831-205-1836
25,650
25,650
25,880
2,588
28,468
25,650
To develop a Rapid Respnse Network (RRN) for residents and to provide training for staff Docusign Envelope ID: 6B166339-1278-42F6-BF0B-4C3DDC2625AF 2/26/2025 | 4:22:52 PM PST

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-17

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION APPROVING A CONTRIBUTION FOR TWO YEARS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,000 PER FISCAL YEAR 24/25 AND 25/26 TO UNITED WAY OF SAN BENITO COUNTY 2-1-1

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving $10,000 in funding, $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2024/2025 and $5,000 in Fiscal Year 2025/2026, for United Way of San Benito County 2-1-1.

DISCUSSION: The United Way of San Benito County 2 -1-1 is a non-profit organization that provides assistance to those that need help finding services. Their goal is to find the different options that are available that work for individuals in need. The City of Hollister has supported the 2-1-1 program in the past.

The city has received a request to continue providing support to the organization. United Way is seeking a commitment of $5,000 in FY 2024/2025 and $5,000 in FY 2025/2026 for a total contribution amount of $10,000.

Staff recommends the City Council approve the resolution to provide financial assistance to United Way for their 2-1-1 program.

FISCAL IMPACT: Funding for the FY 24/25 contribution in the amount of $5,000 has been included in the FY 24/25 Adopted Budget. Funding for FY 25/26 contribution in the amount of $5,000 will be included as part of the FY 25/26 Recommended Budget that will be presented to the City Council for consideration in June 2025.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: On May 1, 2023, the City Council approved Resolution No. 2023-70, approving funding in the amount of $10,000 for two years.

CEQA: Not a project

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. 211 United Way of San Benito County - 2023 Annual Report

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

AUTHORIZING APPROVING THE CONTRIBUTION FOR TWO YEARS IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $5,000 PER FISCAL YEAR 24/25 AND 25/26 TO UNITED WAY OF SAN BENITO COUNTY 2-1-1

WHEREAS, United Way of San Benito County is a non-profit organization that provides assistance to those that need help finding services such as housing, food and meals, and utility assistance with their 2-1-1 program; and

WHEREAS, the City has supported this organization in the past in FY 2022/23 and FY 2023/24; and

WHEREAS, United Way submitted a request to the City for continued support; and

WHEREAS, the City would like to continue supporting by contributing $5,000 in each FY 24/25 and FY 25/26.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister approve contribution support to the United Way of San Benito County 2-1-1 in FY 24/25 and FY 25/26 in the amount of $5,000 each year.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

Resolution No. 2025-XX

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correc t copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

2023
211 San Benito County
Annual Report

SA N B ENI T O COU NTY FR EE L IB RAR Y

Our Mission:

To connect with San Benito County’s most vulnerable with the health and human service resources they need.

Our Values:

Respect and compassion for all people
Excellent customer service
Community benefit is at the forefront of all we do
Efficient and sustainable services
Integrity in all we pursue and provide
2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T
WHAT IS 211?

2-Way Text
30 Number of Needs
1080
Number of Referrals
962
Number of Phone Calls
737
2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T

OUR IMPACT

428

HOUSING
170

UTILITY ASSISTANCE
78 MENTAL HEALTH/SUBSTANCE

USE DISORDERS
73 LEGAL AND PUBLIC

SAFETY SERVICES
WHY
PEOPLE
CALL 211
Amidst the challenges of 2023, 211 emerged as a beacon of hope, responding to 6,078 caller needs with unparalleled dedication. This includes: Housing (428), Utility Assistance (170), Mental Health/Substance Use Disorders (78), Legal Consumer and Public Safety Services (73), and Food/Meals (58). 211's diverse support extended a helping hand, making a significant impact in the lives of those seeking assistance in times of need. 2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T
WHY PEOPLE CALL 211
58 FOOD/MEALS

AGENCIES # of Needs
COMMUNITY SERVICES & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT 195
CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF MONTEREY 159
EDEN HOUSING 47
HEALTH AND HUMAN SERVICES AGENCY SAN BENITO COUNTY 43

TOP AGENCIES AND PROGRAMS
2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T
PROGRAMS # of Referrals

FINANCIAL STABILITY SERVICES
(CATHOLIC CHARITIES DIOCESE OF MONTEREY)102

LOW INCOME HOUSING
(COMMUNITY SERVICES DEVELOPMENT CORPORATION)60

LIHEAP / UTILITY ASSISTANCE
(COMMUNITY SERVICES & WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT)59

HOUSING SERVICES
(EDEN HOUSING)34

211- 211 TEXT IT CAMPAIGNS
2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T

211 SAN BENITO COUNTY

SUCCESS STORY
Jessica has cognitive disabilities, recently had her first baby and is currently living with friends. She called 211 seeking assistance in any area she may qualify, not knowing exactly where to start.

The call specialists at 211 San Benito County provided her with referrals to local food pantries, housing resources, deposit aid and CalWORKs information to assist her in receiving the benefits she is eligible for and requires to care for her new child. 2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T
211'S EMAIL

OUTREACH
Quarterly 211 San Benito
County sends out a 211
quarterly report email to
over 250 agencies
providing information
about the 211 call's needs,
referrals, unmet needs.

Additionally, we provide
information about 211
other programs, and new
services.

SPECIAL

THANKS TO OUR

SPONSORS
City of Hollister
First 5 SBC
PG&E
SBC Office of Emergency Services
SBC Health & Human Services
Individual donors
2 1 1 2 0 2 3 A N N U A L R E P O R T

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-15

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION APPROVING A NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT (NDA) WITH CIVITAS ADVISORS AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

EXECUTE THE NDA

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving a non-disclosure agreement (NDA) with Civitas Advisors, Inc., declaring its intention to authorize the examination of Sales, Transaction, and Use Tax Records for the purpose of determining the feasibility of forming a Tourism District in San Benito County and preventing the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the NDA.

DISCUSSION: The Property and Business Improvement Law of 1994, California Streets and Highways Code §36600 et. seq., authorizes local government agencies to form a business improvement district ("BID") in order to create jobs, attract and retain businesses, and promote economic growth and revitalization. As part of a BID, improvements, maintenance, and/or activities are funded through the levy of assessments upon the businesses or real property that receive benefits from the funded improvements or activities.

On June 4, 2024, the City Council received a presentation from Visit San Benito, a non - profit corporation, regarding their efforts to promote tourism in San Benito County. At the October 15, 2024 meeting of the City Council, the Council approved an appropriation of discretionary funds for FY 24/25 and entered into a contract in the amount of $20,000 to promote tourism in San Benito County. At the November 12, 2024 City Council meeting, the Council approved an additional $5,000 in discretionary funds for Visit San Benito.

Visit San Benito has contracted with Civitas Advisors, Inc. ("Civitas") to assist with determining the feasibility of forming a Tourism Improvement District and the facilitation of forming such a district if warranted. The district would include the entire county, making the County the lead agency with visit San Benito spearheading the project.

As part of this effort, it is recommended that Civitas be authorized to examine the C ity Sales and Use Tax records. Civitas is a specialized firm with experience in assisting local governments and groups in forming various types of business improvement districts, including Tourism Districts, hospitality improvement, restaurant improvement, and beverage improvement districts respectively. Given the confidential nature of the data, State law requires the governing body to have a Non-disclosure agreement (NDA) and/or resolution in place prior to the disclosure of information. The proposed NDA for the City's adoption authorizes key county positions; Hinderliter, de Lamas and Associates (HDL), the City's current Sales and Tax Use analysis consultant with this authorization and

Civitas to view the County's sales and transaction and use tax records.

Furthermore, the County of San Benito has approved an NDA with Civitas on February 11, 2025 for this project.

FISCAL IMPACT: None

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION:

November 12, 2024: City Council approved an additional $5,000 in discretionary funds for Visit San Benito.

October 15, 2024: City Council approved an appropriation of discretionary funds for FY 24/25 and entered into a contract in the amount of $20,000 to promote tourism in San Benito County.

June 4, 2024: City Council received a presentation from Visit San Benito, a non-profit corporation, regarding their efforts to promote tourism in San Benito County.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Non-Disclosure Agreement

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

APPROVING A NON-DISCLOSURE AGREEMENT (NDA) WITH CIVITAS ADVISORS, INC., TO PREVENT THE UNAUTHORIZED DISCLOSURE

OF CONFIDENTIAL INFORMATION, AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY

MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE NDA

WHEREAS, at the October 15, 2024 meeting of the Hollister City Council (Council), the Council approved an appropriation of discretionary funds for FY 24/25 and entered into a contract in the amount of $20,000 to promote tourism in San Benito County (County); and

WHEREAS, Visit San Benito contracted with Civitas Advisors, Inc. ("Civitas") to assist with determining the feasibility of forming a Tourism Improvement District; and

WHEREAS, in determining whether to form such a district Civitas seeks to examine the Hollister’s sales and use tax records; and

WHEREAS, given the confidential nature of the data, state law requires the governing body to enter into a non-disclosure agreement and/or resolution prior to the disclosure of information; and

WHEREAS, the proposed NDA authorizes key county positions; Hinderliter, de Lamas and Associates (HDL), the City's sales and tax use analysis consultant, and Civitas to view the City’s sales and transaction and use tax records.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hollister hereby approves a Non-disclosure Agreement (NDA) with Civitas Advisors, Inc., a California corporation; declares its intention to authorize the examination of sales, transaction, and use tax records for the purpose of determining the feasibility of forming a Tourism District in San Benito County and prevent the unauthorized disclosure of confidential information; and authorizes the City Manager execute the NDA.

Resolution No. 2025-XX

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

Transient Occupancy Tax Information Nondisclosure Agreement This Nondisclosure Agreement (the "Agreement") is entered into on December 20th, 2024 by and between the City of Hollister with its principal offices at 375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023 ("Disclosing Party") and Civitas Advisors, Inc., a California corporation with its principal offices at 1102 Corporate Way, Suite 140, Sacramento California 95831 ("Receiving Party") for the purpose of preventing the unauthorized disclosure of Confidential Information as defined below.

The parties agree to enter into a confidential relationship with respect to the disclosure of certain proprietary and confidential information ("Confidential Information").

1. Definition of Confidential Information. For purposes of this Agreement, "Confidential Information" shall include all information or material regarding transient occupancy taxes collected by or behalf of Disclosing Party which is being provided to Receiving Party.

2. Exclusions from Confidential Information. Receiving Party's obligations under this Agreement do not extend to information that is: (a) publicly known at the same time of disclosure or subsequently becomes publicly known through no fault of the Receiving Party; (b) is disclosed by Receiving Party with Disclosing Party's prior written approval; or (c) is disclosed to any third party through no fault of Receiving Party.

3. Obligations of Receiving Party. Receiving Party shall hold and maintain the Confidential Information in strictest confidence. Receiving Party shall carefully restrict access to Confidential Information. Receiving Party shall not disclose to any third party the gross receipts of any person or entity paying transient occupancy tax to the Disclosing Party, or the amount of transient occupancy tax generated. Receiving Party shall not, without prior written approval of Disclosing Party, use for Receiving Party's own benefit, publish, copy, or otherwise disclose to others, or permit the use by others for their benefit to the detriment of Disclosing Party, any individual Confidential Information. Any report prepared by Receiving Party using Confidential Information shall be written in such a way as to preclude the identification of individual business or individual tax payers by reading the report, provided that this shall not prohibit the preparation and distribution of a report listing hotels, motels, and property management agencies without disclosure of their respective gross receipts or the amount of transient occupancy tax generated.

4. Time Periods. The nondisclosure provisions of this Agreement shall survive the termination of this Agreement and Receiving Party's duty to hold Confidential Information in confidence shall remain in effect until Disclosing Party sends Receiving Party written notice releasing Receiving Party from this Agreement.

5. Relationships. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall be deemed to constitute either party a partner, joint venturer or employee of the other party for any purpose.

6. Severability. If a court finds any provision of this Agreement invalid or unenforceable, the remainder of this Agreement shall be interpreted so as best to effect the intent of the parties.

7. Integration. This Agreement expresses the complete understanding and entire agreement of the parties with respect to the subject matter and supersedes all prior proposals, agreements,

representations and understandings. This Agreement may not be amended except in a writing signed by both parties.

8. Waiver. The failure to exercise any right provided in this Agreement shall not be a waiver of prior or subsequent rights.

9. Interpretation and Presumption. This Agreement shall be interpreted in accordance with California law. It is the parties' express intent that no presumption shall arise from the identity of the drafter.

10. Indemnification. Receiving Party shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless Disclosing Party from and against any and all claims, damages, losses, and causes of action which may be asserted against or suffered by Disclosing Party arising out of the receipt of Confidential Information by Receiving Party, its subsequent disclosure, and/or any breach by Receiving Party of its obligations under this Agreement.

11. Attorney’s Fees and Costs. In the event of litigation between the parties concerning the interpretation, implementation, or termination of this agreement the prevailing party in such litigation shall, upon order of the court, be entitled to recover its reasonable attorney's fees, expert witness fees, and costs.

This Agreement and each party's obligations shall be binding on the representatives, assigns and successors of such party. Each party has signed this Agreement through its authorized representative.

CIVITAS ADVISORS, INC. CITY OF HOLLISTER

_________________________ _________________________
(Signature) (Signature)

John Lambeth, President _________________________
[PRINT NAME], [TITLE]

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # Community Development-2025-10

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION RENEWING A REGULATORY PERMIT FOR

HOLLISTER HOLISTICS TO OPERATE A CANNABIS CULTIVATION FACILITY

DEPARTMENT: Community Development
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Rod Powell, Assistant City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: Maria C Mendez

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution for the renewal of a regulatory permit, enabling Hollister Holistics to maintain operations at a cannabis cultivation facility located at 1802 Shelton Drive throughout the 2025/2026 period.

DISCUSSION: On August 14, 2017, the City Council granted approval for a Cannabis Use Permit/Development Agreement (CUP 2017-5) for Hollister Holistics, enabling the operation of a cannabis cultivation facility (Resolution No. 2017 -188).

On November 6, 2017, the City Council issued a regulatory permit (Resolution 2017- 269) for Hollister Holistics to operate a cannabis cultivation facility.

In accordance with Section 5.42.050 of the City of Hollister Municipal Code (HMC), renewal of a regulatory permit is subject to approval by the City Council. The City Council may reject a regulatory permit upon making any of the findings as requi red under HMC, § 5.42.070 (A). In this regard, staff have recently been made aware that Hollister Holistics has previously failed to annually renew its business license for the 2023/2024 operational year as well as the current applicable 2024 -2025 period. Staff have addressed and resolved this matter with the permit holder to bring the license current, and additional internal controls have been established to ensure an oversight of this type does not occur in future years.

The current regulatory permit is set to expire on March 17, 2025. This approval will allow the applicant to continue operations for 2025/2026.

FISCAL IMPACT: As a regulatory permittee, Hollister Holistics is required to pay quarterly taxes to the city. Non-approval of an applicable regulatory permit would result in a loss of current tax revenue.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: On August 14, 2017, the City Council granted approval for a Cannabis Use Permit/Development Agreement (CUP 2017-5) for Hollister Holistics, enabling the operation of a cannabis cultivation facility (Resolution No. 2017-188). Subsequently, on November 6, 2017, the City Council issued a regulatory permit (Resolution 2017-269) for Hollister Holistics to operate a cannabis cultivation facility. Most recently, on January 18, 2024 the City Council renewed Hollister Holistics regulatory permit for the 2024 to 2025 period.

CEQA: Exempt: Section 15301 The proposed action is exempt from the California

Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) under Section 15301, which applies to the operation and maintenance of existing facilities. This exemption is appropriate as the project involves the renewal of a regulatory permit for an established cannabis cultivation facility, with no significant changes or expansion of operations anticipated. Therefore, no further environmental review is required.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

RENEWING A REGULATORY PERMIT FOR HOLLISTER HOLISTICS TO OPERATE A CANNABIS CULTIVATION FACILITY AT 1802 SHELTON DRIVE (APN 051-1200780)
WHEREAS, the City Council has adopted Ordinance 1179 permitting cannabis facilities; and WHEREAS, the City Council at its regular meeting on August 14, 2017, approved a Cannabis Use Permit/ Development Agreement for Hollister Holistics located at 1802 Shelton Drive; and
WHEREAS, the City Council at its regular meeting on November 6, 2017, issued a cannabis cultivation regulatory permit; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 5.42.040 of the Hollister Municipal Code, the renewal of a regulatory permit is subject to review and approval by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, Hollister Holistics has completed the regulatory permit application, and it has been deemed complete; and
WHEREAS, at its regular meeting on March 3, 2025, the City Council considered the applicant’s request, reviewed the staff report, and received written and oral testimony for and against the proposal; and
WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 5.42.070 A of the Hollister Municipal Code, the City Council may reject a permit. After review, the Council did not make any of the specified findings required to deny Hollister Holistics a regulatory permit; and WHEREAS, under the provisions of Section 5.42.14 of the Hollister Municipal Code , the City Council may, however, place conditions upon Hollister Holistics regulatory permit.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister hereby makes the following findings and determinations regarding the proposed cannabis regulatory permit:

Grounds for Denial
The City Council may reject a regulatory permit upon making any of the following findings, none of the following required findings were made to warrant the rejection of a regulatory permit:

1. Any applicant made one or more false or misleading statements or omissio ns on the registration application or during the application process;

2. If applicable, the applicant is not a primary caregiver, qualified patient, or the legal representative of the cannabis facility;

Resolution No. 2025-XX

3. The applicant fails to meet the requirements of this chapter, or any regulation adopted pursuant to this Chapter;

4. The cannabis facility or its location is in violation of any building, zoning, health, safety, or other provision of this code, or of any state or local law which substantially affects the public health, welfare, safety, or morals, or the facility or its location is not permitted in the proposed area, or the issuing or continuation of a regulatory permit would be contrary to the public health, welfare, safety, or morals;

5. Any applicant, manager, or employee of the cannabis facility is under eighteen (18) years of age;

6. Any applicant has been convicted of an offense that is substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business or profession for which the application is made, except that if the licensing authority determines that the applicant is otherwise suitable to be issued a permit and granting the permit would not compromise public safety, the licensing authority shall conduct a thorough review of the nature of the crime, conviction, circumstances, and evidence of rehabilitation of the applicant, and shall evaluate the suitability of the applicant to be issued a permit based on the evidence found through the review process. In determining which offenses are substantially related to the qualifications, functions, or duties of the business or profession for which the application is made, the licensing authority shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
a. A felony conviction for the illegal possession for sale, manufacture, transportation, or cultivation of a controlled substance. b. A violent felony conviction, as specified in subdivision (c) of Section 667.5 of the Penal Code.
c. A serious felony conviction, as specified in subdivision (c) of Section 1192.7 of the Penal Code.
d. A felony conviction involving fraud, deceit, or embezzlement.

7. Any applicant or manager of the medical cannabis facility is a licensed physician making patient recommendations for medical cannabis.

8. Any applicant or manager has been sanctioned by a licensing authority or a city, county, or city and county for unlicensed operation of a medical cannabis facility or has had a license revoked under this Chapter in the three years immediately preceding the date the application is filed with the licensing authority.

9. The applicant did not pay the City the required application and processing fees as set forth in Section 5.42.080 of the Hollister Municipal Code.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Hollister hereby approves and authorizes staff to renew the regulatory permit for Hollister Holistics located at 1802 Shelton Drive, to continue to operate a cannabis cultivation facility.

Resolution No. 2025-XX

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular Meeting held this 3rd day of March, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 4, 2025
REPORT # Public Works-2025-18

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO

EXECUTE A SETTLEMENT AND RELEASE AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC GAS AND

ELECTRIC COMPANY (PG&E)

DEPARTMENT: Public Works
DEPARTMENT HEAD: William Via, Public Works Director
STAFF CONTACT: Marco Martinez, Associate Engineer

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a settlement and release agreement between The City of Hollister and Pacific Gas and Electric for and in consideration of receiving $24,469.50, in-lieu of performing a Type II slurry seal near the intersection of 211 Third Street and East Street due to emergency gas system repairs performed September 16, 2024.

DISCUSSION:

On September 16, 2024, Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) performed emergency gas repairs on East Street for service address 211 East Street.

Following the emergency gas repairs, PG&E applied and obtained encroachment permit 24-115 on October 09, 2024, to perform the final repairs to the roadway. As part of the final repairs, PG&E was conditioned to perform a Type II slurry seal to help preserve the pavement condition at this location.

Due to unforeseen weather conditions and scheduling constraints, PG&E was unable to perform a Type II slurry seal in a timely manner. As part of the City of Hollister’s Capital Improvement Project 2024 Citywide Roadway Improvements Project (C2404), the area in question was scheduled to be slurry sealed. Through discussions with PG&E, they agreed to pay $24,469.50 to the City of Hollister in lieu of performing the final repairs required in the encroachment permit.

FISCAL IMPACT: There will be an increase in Fund 286 in the amount of $24,469.50, which will offset a portion of the cost of the 2024 Citywide Roadway Repair Project.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: N/A

CEQA: This is an administrative action and is not considered a project.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. PGE Settlement Agreement and Release

3. 211 Third Street 24-112 Slurry Seal Engineer’s Estimate

4. Encroachment Permit 24-112

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A SETTLEMENT

AND RELEASE AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC
COMPANY (PG&E) FOR AND IN CONSIDERATION OF PG&E’S
PAYMENT OF $24,469.50 IN LIEU OF PERFORMING A TYPE II SLURRY SEAL NEAR THE INTERSECTION OF 211 THIRD STREET AND EAST STREET

WHEREAS, on September 16, 2024, PG&E performed emergency gas repairs on East Street in Hollister, California; and

WHEREAS, on October 9, 2024, after the emergency repairs were completed, PG&E applied for and obtained encroachment permit 24-115; and

WHEREAS, a condition of the encroachment permit was to perform a Type II slurry seal to help preserve the pavement condition in the affected area ; and

WHEREAS, weather conditions and scheduling constraints prohibited PG&E from performing the required slurry seal in a timely manner; and

WHEREAS, the affected area was scheduled to receive a slurry seal as part of the 2024 Citywide Roadway Improvements Project (C2404); and

WHEREAS, discussions between City staff and representatives from PG&E resulted in an offer for PG&E to pay $24,469.50 (the engineer’s estimate to perform the work) to the City of Hollister in lieu of performing the final repairs; and

WHEREAS, the funds received will offset a portion of the cost of the Citywide Roadway Improvements Project.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister does herby authorize the City Manager to execute a Settlement and Release Agreement with Pacific Gas And Electric Company for and in consideration of PG&E’s payment of $24,469.50 in lieu of performing a Type II Slurry Seal near the intersection of 211 Third Street and East Street.

Resolution No. 2025-XX

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

Claim: 2024533958

SETTLEMENT AGREEMENT AND RELEASE
This Settlement Agreement and Release (“Release”) is entered into by and between City of Hollister (“Claimant”) and Pacific Gas and Electric Company (“PG&E”). For and in consideration of PG&E’s payment of $24,469.50, made payable to City of Hollister, the undersigned agrees to the following:

RECITALS
On or about September 13, 2024, damage was reported to the public roadway located near the intersection of 211 3rd Street and East Street in Hollister, CA after emergency gas system repairs were performed (“the incident”). Claimant contends that PG&E is legally responsible for the incident. The parties wish to avoid the costs and expenses associated with the dispute, and wish to resolve this dispute informally, subject to the terms of this Release:

TERMS

1. Release. Claimant shall and does release, discharge and covenant not to sue or take administrative action against PG&E, its directors, agents, principals, receivers, trustees, employees, contractors, attorneys, representatives, insurers, predecessors or successors-in- interest and assignees as to any and all claims or causes of action of every kind and nature whatsoever, in law and in equity, whether known or unknown, which arise out of or are related to the incident. Claimant waives the provisions of California Civil Code section 1542, which provides as follows:

A general release does not extend to claims that the creditor or releasing party does not know or suspect to exist in his or her favor at the time of executing the release and that, if known by him or her, would have materially affected his or her settlement with the debtor or released party.

2. No Admission of Liability. PG&E admits no liability for the incident in agreeing to the terms of this Release.

3. Scope of Release. This Release shall apply to and be binding upon PG&E and its directors, agents, principals, receivers, trustees, employees, contractors, attorneys, consultants, insurers, successors, and assignees, including but not limited to individuals, partners, and subsidiary and parent corporations.

4. Indemnity. Claimant agrees to defend, protect, indemnify and hold harmless PG&E from any and all loss, claim, expense, demand and cause of action, including but not limited to past, current, or future claims, causes of action, demands or liens brought by any person or entity arising out of or in any way connected with the incident.

5. Release Drafted By All Parties. This Release shall be deemed to have been drafted equally by the parties, and shall not be interpreted for or against either party on the ground that any such party drafted it.

6. Governing Law. This Release shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California.

7. Integration of Terms and Conditions. This Release contains all of the terms and conditions agreed upon by Claimant and PG&E relating to the matters covered by this Release, and supersedes any and all prior agreements, negotiations, correspondence, understandings, and communications of the parties, whether verbal or written, respecting the matters covered by this Release. This Release may be modified only by a writing signed by the parties or their authorized representatives.

8. Knowing and Voluntary Agreement. The parties to this Release acknowledge that they have reviewed all of the terms and conditions of this Release and have had the benefit of legal counsel's advice with respect to the Release.

9. Authorization to Execute Agreement. The parties to this Release represent and warrant that the persons who have signed this Release on their behalf are authorized to enter into this Release, and to bind the parties to its terms and conditions.

10. Parties to Bear Their Own Costs and Attorneys’ Fees. The parties to this Release shall bear their own respective costs and attorneys' fees in connection with the incident, including actions brought to enforce the terms of this Release.

11. Effective Date. The effective date of this Release shall be the date it is signed by authorized representatives of Claimant and PG&E.

12. No Third Party Benefits. This Release is made for the sole benefit of the parties, and no other person or entity shall have any rights or remedies under or by reason of this Release, unless otherwise expressly provided for herein.

CLAIMANT

Dated: __________________ By: __________________________

1 Type II - Slurry Seal
SF 5,697 3.50$ $19,939.50
2 Aggregate (Type II, Slurry Seal)
TON 5.064 102.550$ $519.31 16lbs/1SY 1Ton/2000lbs 3 Latex Emulsified Asphalt (Slurry Seal)
GAL 1,215.36 3.3$ $4,010.69 Application rate (240 Gallons Emulsifier)/(Ton of Aggregate) Project Total 24,469.50
TOTAL ESTIMATE: 24,469.50$
5697 (SF) or 633 (SY)
211 THIRD ST #24-112 PGE PM 47133177 Slurry Seal
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Digitally signed by Mathew Bartlett
DN: C=US, E="[email protected] ", O=PG&E, OU=Permit Facilitator, CN=Mathew Bartlett
Reason: I agree to the terms defined by the placement of my signature on this document
Date: 2024.09.20 14:30:05-07'00'
Mathew Bartlett 09/20/2024

CITY OF HOLLISTER
375 FIFTH ● HOLLISTER, CA 95023-3876
Administrative Services
(831) 636-4301
City Attorney
(559) 431-5600
City Manager
(831) 636-4300
Development Services
(831) 636-4360
Engineering Department
(831)636-4340
Fire Department
(831)636-4325
Police Department
(831) 638-4330
Hollister.ca.gov
October 9, 2024
PG&E
401 Work St.

Salinas, CA 93901
ATTENTION: Mathew Bartlett
SUBJECT: 211 Third Street - Encroachment Permit #24-115 Conditions of Approval Please see below for a list of the Special Conditions of Approval:

Special Conditions

1.PG&E shall coordinate restoration work around the City's C2404 2024 Citywide Roadway Improvements Project. To prevent any conflict with both projects, working dates shall be approved by City Inspector, Will Allen at (831) 235-7394.

2.PG&E shall perform a Type II Slurry Seal as shown in green on the attached exhibit. AGG-13970 volcanic aggregate shall be used and should be in conformance with 2022 Caltrans's Standard Specifications Section 37-3.01A(4)(c).

3.Crack sealing shall be used on 1/4"-1" cracks within the area in green as shown in the exhibit. The crack seal should comply with Section 37-6 of Caltrans Standard Specifications

4.Existing thermo striping in green area of attached exhibit should be removed and grinded prior to slurry application. The removed thermo striping shall be re-striped per 2022 Caltrans Standards Specifications.

FIELD PAVING FORM
Field Paving Form Header
Landscaping Checkbox No
Field Paving Date Sep 16, 2024
Foreman Name Chris Laws ([email protected])
Street Address 211 3rd St. Hollister
Cross Street East St
City Hollister
County Monterey
Traffic control required?Yes
Is USA removal required?No
Code 9999
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Select Applicable:Roadway
Saw Cut
Roadway
ROADWAY 1 OF 1
Roadway
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M&C Workflow - 47133177

Reference Number:Form Name:
20240916-18379992943 M&C Workflow
Submitter Name:Date Sent on Device:

David Pacheco | [email protected] Sep 16, 2024 7:34:41 AM PDT

Concrete or asphalt?Asphalt
Roadway Width 6
Roadway Length 6
Roadway Depth (inches)6
Saw Cut
SAW CUT 1 OF 1
Saw Cut
Asphalt or Concrete?Asphalt
Asphalt (LINEAR FT)24
Asphalt Depth (inches)4.1" - 8"
Site Images

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Overall Site Image (After)
Actual Restoration Photos/Sketch

SUPERVISOR APPROVAL
PM
Field Paving PM 47133177

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California MUTCD 2014 Edition
(FHWA’s MUTCD 2009 Edition, including Revisions 1 & 2, as amended for use in California) Chapter 6H – Typical Applications November 7, 2014
Part 6 – Temporary Traffic Control

California MUTCD 2014 Edition
(FHWA’s MUTCD 2009 Edition, including Revisions 1 & 2, as amended for use in California) Chapter 6C – Temporary Traffic Control Elements November 7, 2014 Part 6 – Temporary Traffic Control

____________________________________________________________________________________________ ____________________________________________________________________________________________

California MUTCD 2014 Edition
(FHWA’s MUTCD 2009 Edition, including Revisions 1 & 2, as amended for use in California) Chapter 6C – Temporary Traffic Control Elements November 7, 2014 Part 6 – Temporary Traffic Control

Table 6C-3(CA). Taper Length Criteria for Temporary Traffic Control Zones (for 12 feet Offset Width)

Speed*
S
(mph)
Minimum Taper Length**
for Width of Offset 12 feet (W)
Merging L
(feet)
Shifting L/2
(feet)
Shoulder L/3
(feet)
Down Stream
(feet)***
20 80 40 27 50
25 125 63 42 50
30 180 90 60 50
35 245 123 82 50
40 320 160 107 50
45 540 270 180 50
50 600 300 200 50
55 660 330 220 50
60 720 360 240 50
65 780 390 260 50
70 840 420 280 50
75 900 450 300 50

* - Posted speed limit, off-peak 85th-percentile speed prior to work starting, or the anticipated operating speed in mph.

** - For other offsets use the following merging taper length formula for L:

For speeds of 40 mph or less, L=WS2/60
For speeds of 45 mph or more, L=WS

Where: L = taper length in feet
W = width of offset in feet
S = posted speed limit, off-peak 85th-percentile speed prior to work starting, or the anticipated operating speed in mph

*** - Maximum downstream taper length is 100 feet. See Section 6C.08. ____________________________________________________________________________________________

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # Public Works-2025-20

AGENDA ITEM: SAN BENITO STREET TRAFFIC CALMING STUDY

ALTERNATIVES FOLLOW UP

DEPARTMENT: Public Works
DEPARTMENT HEAD: William Via, Public Works Director
STAFF CONTACT: Dillon Albert, Assistant Engineer

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive the staff report and provide direction to staff.

DISCUSSION: On December 4, 2023, City Council requested a traffic study be performed on San Benito Street from Hawkins Street to Nash Road to address complaints related to speeding and traffic. On August 24, 2024 , staff issued Task Order No. 2024-11 for an amount not to exceed $66,974; directing Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. to complete the following four tasks identified in their proposal:

 Task 1 – Traffic Data Collection
 Task 2 – Traffic Calming Layout
 Task 3 – Public Outreach, Community Surveys, and Meetings  Task 4 – Traffic Calming Report

On February 4, 2025, staff prepared and presented an informational presentation on the alternatives prepared after completion of Tasks 1 and 2. City Council continued the item and directed staff to receive a proposal from Kimley-Horn to potentially amend the Task Order and add the additional street segment of San Benito Street, between Hawkins Street and South Street.

Staff have received the proposal from Kimley-Horn which is outlined in the Fiscal Impact section of this report and would also like to provide supplemental information on why the subject street segment was not originally included in the scope of the traffic study. The subject street segment is currently a transition block for southbound traffic leaving the one-way street section from the downtown area, and the 11 on-street parking stalls on the west side of San Benito Street are back-in diagonal parking consistent with the parking stalls seen in the downtown area. Additionally, the intersection of San Benito Street and South Street is currently all way stop controlled.

Since a warrant analysis is not required to add bulb outs at Hawkins Street and South Street, staff can direct the Consultant to include bulb outs at those intersections, keep the existing bike lane and parking between those streets, and proceed with the current outstanding tasks included in the original task order. Alternatively, staff can include another question during public outreach asking if bulb outs at those intersections are preferred.

Staff are requesting direction to either (1) Execute Task Order Amendment 2024-11.1 to include the additional street segment in the study, update the public outreach material

accordingly, and proceed with Tasks 3 and 4 of the amended proposal , (2) include a question during public outreach asking if bulb out s at Hawkins and South Street are preferred, or (3) Not execute any amendment to Task Order 2024-11, and direct staff to proceed with Tasks 3 and 4 of the original proposal.

Staff will bring back an item to Council to discuss the outcomes of the Public Outreach and the Final Report. At that time, Staff will make a recommendation of the options presented and request further direction to move a project forward to design, or not.

FISCAL IMPACT: If directed, staff will execute Task Order Amendment 2024-11.1 in the additional not-to-exceed amount of $17,586 for the inclusion of the additional street segment, resulting in the total not-to-exceed Task Order amount of $84,560. The completion of the remainder of tasks after execution of the amendment will cause a decrease in Fund 101 (General Fund) of $54,873. Staff anticipate having public outreach material updated by mid-April.

If directed not to execute an amendment to Task Order 2024-11, the completion of the final two tasks will cause a decrease in Fund 101 (General Fund) of $37,287; the remainder of the task order amount.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: None.

CEQA: This informational report does not constitute a project under the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and review under CEQA is not required.

ATTACHMENTS: None.

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Clerk-2025-13

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATION OF

SUFFICIENCY FOR REFERENDUM PETITIONS SUBMITTED AGAINST CITY OF HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO. 2024-201

DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk
STAFF CONTACT: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution accepting the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for referendum petitions submitted against City of Hollister City Council Resolution 2024-201.

DISCUSSION: The Hollister City Council adopted Resolution 2024-201 (A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting the 2040 General Plan) at a regular meeting held on December 3, 2024. On January 21, 2025, proponents filed a referendum petition regarding Resolution No. 2024-201. On January 23, 2025, the City Clerk’s Office performed a prima facie signature count on each petition as required by California Elections Code Section 9239 and 9210, as well as checking the petition forms per Elections Code Section 9238. The raw count on the petition equaled or exceeded the minimum number of signatures required and were accepted for filing and subsequently filed with the San Benito County Registrar of Voters on January 24, 2025.

The Registrar’s Office validated the signatures on the petition using 100% signature verification and determined the petition has sufficient signatures.

In order to qualify for a referendum, the proponents were required to obtain signatures of 10% of the registered voters in Hollister, or 2,313 signatures. The petition regarding Resolution No. 2024-201 had 2,846 valid signatures.

FISCAL IMPACT: Information regarding election costs will be discussed by the City Council as part of a separate item along with options for the City Council to take.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: The City Council adopted Resolution 2024-201 (A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting the 2040 General Plan) at a regular meeting held on December 3, 2024.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution Accepting the City Clerk’s Certificate of Sufficiency

2. Validation letter from the San Benito County Registrar of Voters

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

ACCEPTING THE CERTIFICATION OF THE ELECTIONS OFFICIAL AS

TO THE SUFFICIENCY OF SIGNATURES ON THE REFERENDUM
PETITION FOR RESOLUTION 2024-201

WHEREAS, on December 3, 2024, the Hollister City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-201, adopting the 2040 General Plan Update; and

WHEREAS, on January 21, 2025, the proponents of the referendum to repeal Resolution 2024-201 filed with the Hollister City Clerk’s Office 166 petitions containing 3,562 unverified signatures; and

WHEREAS, to qualify, the proponents were required to obtain signatures of ten percent (10%) of the 23,122 registered voters of the City for a total of 2,313; and

WHEREAS, the City Clerk and City’s Election Attorney found that the petition’s form complies with the Elections Code; and

WHEREAS, on January 24, 2025, the petition was delivered to the San Benito County Registrar of Voters Office (ROV) for signature verification; and

WHEREAS, in accordance with Election Code Section 9115, the ROV conducted an examination of all petition signatures, as requested by the City Clerk, and notified the City Elections Official of the results; and

WHEREAS, on February 18, 2025, the ROV certified that the Petition has 2,846 verified signatures; and

WHEREAS, the City Clerk provided a “Certificate of Sufficiency of Referendum Petition” attached hereto as Exhibit A; and

WHEREAS, California Elections Code section 9115 requires the certificate as to the sufficiency/verification of signatures to be submitted to the City Council at its next regular City Council meeting following certification.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister does declare and determine the following:

1. The City Council hereby accepts the Certificate of Sufficiency of Referendum Petition from the City Clerk regarding the referendum against Resolution No. 2024 - 201.

Resolution No. 2025-XX

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

Resolution No. 2025-XX

EXHIBIT A

CERTIFICATE OF SUFFICIENCY OF REFERENDUM PETITION

I, Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk for the City of Hollister, County of San Benito, State of California, do hereby certify:

That proponents submitted to my office on January 21, 2025 a referendum petition regarding City of Hollister City Council Resolution No. 2024-201. The petition was accepted for filing and delivered to the San Benito County Registrar of Voters on January 24, 2025 to verify the signatures.

That said petition consisted of 166 sections, and that each section contained signatures purporting to be 3,562 signatures of qualified electors of the City of Hollister, California.

The petition is considered sufficient to qualify If signed by at least 10% of the 23,122 registered voters in the City of Hollister.

That attached to said petition at the time it was filed, was an affidavit purporting to be the affidavit of the person who solicited the signatures and containing the dates between which the purported qualified electors signed this petition.

That the affiant stated his or her own qualification, that he or she had solicited the signatures upon that section, that all of the signatures were made in his or her presence, and that to the best of his or her own Information and belief, each signature to that section was the genuine signature of the person whose name it purports to be.

That the Registrar of Voters of the County of San Benito has certified the results attached hereto as Exhibit 1 and incorporated by reference the signature verification· of the following facts regarding this petition:

1. Referendum sought regarding City of Hollister
City Council Resolution No. 2024-201.

2. Total number of signatures required by law: 2,313

3. Total number of signatures on the petition: 3,562

4. Total number of valid signatures on the petition: 2,846

5. Number of signatures which were disqualified: 716

Based on this examination and in accordance with Elections Code Sections 9030, the petition for referendum is hereby acknowledged as sufficient.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister this 3rd day of March 2025.

_______________________________
Jennifer Woodworth
City Clerk
City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Clerk-2025-12

AGENDA ITEM: OPTIONS REGARDING A REFERENDUM PETITION RELATED TO ADOPTION OF THE 2040 GENERAL PLAN UPDATE

DEPARTMENT: City Clerk
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk
STAFF CONTACT: Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk

RECOMMENDED ACTION: As required by California Elections Code Section 9241, the City Council must choose one of the following options for the referendum petition:

Repeal the resolution in its entirety; or submit the resolution to the voters, either at the next regular municipal election (November 3, 2026) or at a special election called for that purpose on a date determined by the Council, but occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election (i.e., not before May 30, 2025 if action is taken on March 3, 2025). Below are the specific options:

Resolution No. 2024-201: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting the 2040 General Plan:
a. Repeal the resolution in its entirety; or
b. Submit the resolution to the voters at the next regular municipal election occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election (i.e., on November 3, 2026); or c. Submit the resolution to the voters at a special election called for that purpose on a date to be determined by the Council at least 88 days after the order calling t he election (after May 30, 2025 if action is taken on March 3, 2025).

DISCUSSION:

The Hollister City Council adopted Resolution 2024-201 (A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting the 2040 General Plan) at a regular meeting held on December 3, 2024. On December 6, 2024 referendum proponents submitted a proposed summary for review by the City Attorney which was approved by operation of law on December 20, 2024. On January 21, 2025, proponents filed a referendum petition regarding Resolution No. 2024-201. The San Benito County Registrar of Voters validated the signatures on the referendum petitions. At the March 3, 2025 regular meeting, the City Council received the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for referendum petitions submitted against City of Hollister City Council Resolution 2024 - 201.

Elections Code section 9241 gives the City Council only three options for Resolution 2024-201: the Council may (1) repeal Resolution 2024-201 in its entirety; (2) submit the resolution to the voters at the next regular municipal election occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election, or (3) submit the resolution to the voters at a special municipal election called for that purpose and occurring at least 88 days after the order calling the election.

On December 6, 2024, the City received formal notice of a referendum petition seeking

to repeal Resolution 2024-201. Pursuant to Elections Code section 9238, the effective date of this Resolution approving the Hollister General Plan was immediately paused upon receipt of the referendum petition summary. Now that the petitions have been submitted and certified with the required number of signatures, Elections Code section 9238 mandates that the effective date of the resolution is suspended and that the Council must reconsider the resolution. This means the updates to the Hollister General Plan will remain suspended until the resolution is repealed in its entirety by the City Council or is voted upon in a future election. During this suspension period, the City must operate under the previously adopted General Plan provisions that were in effect prior to the adoption of Resolution 2024-201.

The City Council can opt to repeal Resolution 2024-201 in its entirety. If this option is selected, then the City’s prior version of the General Plan and any subsequent amendments will remain in effect. Additionally, if the City Council opts to put the referendum on a future ballot, the 2005 General Plan and any amendments would remain in effect until the outcome of the election is determined.

Potential election dates and estimated costs are discussed below.

Election Dates and Cost

Type of Election Date of Election Estimated Cost of
Election
Special Election (stand-
alone)
TBD (after May 30, 2025) $350,000-$450,000
Special Election
(consolidated with primary
election)
June 2, 2026 $40,000-$50,000
Next Regular Municipal
Election
November 3, 2026 $40,000-$50,000

The actual costs of the election will vary based on the number of pages in the printed voter information guide and the number of registered voters at the time of the election.

Elections that are consolidated with other local offices and measures are substantially less expensive than stand-alone special elections due to costs being shared by other local agencies with items on the ballot. As noted above, the most expensive election would be a stand-alone special election with only the City’s item on the ballot.

Alternatively, the City Council can choose to consolidate with an upcoming election, namely the June 2026 Statewide Primary Election or the November 2026 Statewide General Election. The cost of each will depend on how many other items are included on the ballot. November elections typically have the most items on the ballot and are generally the least expensive per item because more jurisdictions share the costs of the election.

If the City Council chooses to call a stand-alone special election, it must be at least 88 days after it is called. Eighty-eight days from March 3, 2025 is May 30, 2025. However, if the City Council seeks to hold a stand-alone election for this item, then staff will need to confirm an election date with the San Benito County Registrar of Voters and will

return at the March 17, 2025 regular City Council meeting with a resolution calling the stand-alone election.

If the City Council chooses to consolidate its special election with the next scheduled election in the County, it will be held on June 2, 2026, which is when the Statewide Primary election is held.

If the City Council chooses to include this item on the ballot for the City’s next General Municipal Election, it will be held on November 3, 2026.

Regardless of the type of election called to put the referendum before the voters, the City Council can elect to allow arguments for and against the referendum and rebuttals.

The deadlines for these arguments and rebuttals will be set by the resolution calling the election.

FISCAL IMPACT: The fiscal impact depends on which option Council chooses. Election costs are noted in the chart above and in Attachment 2. Unknown fiscal impact if Council chooses to repeal Resolution 2024-201.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: The City Council adopted Resolution 2024-201 on December 3, 2024 adopting updates to the Hollister General Plan. The City Council will also be considering a resolution approving the City Clerk’s Certificate of Sufficiency at the March 3, 2025 meeting.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution 2024-201

2. Letter from San Benito County Registrar of Voters regarding special election costs

3. Draft Resolution repealing Resolution 2024-201

4. Draft Resolution submitting Resolution 2024-201 to the voters at the next regular municipal election

5. Draft Resolution submitting Resolution 2024-201 to the voters at a special municipal election

FRANCISCO DIAZ

COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER

REGISTRAR OF VOTERS

Telephone:

Co. Clerk: (831) 636-4029
Elections: (831) 636-4016
Recorder: (831) 636-4046
Facsimile: (831) 636-2939

OFFICE OF THE COUNTY CLERK, RECORDER &

REGISTRAR OF VOTERS
1601 Lana Way
Hollister, California 95023
www.sbcvote.us

COUNTY OF SAN BENITO

January 31, 2025

The Honorable City Council
City of Hollister
375 Fifth Street
Hollister, CA 95023

Subject: Notification of No Scheduled Elections in 2025 and Option for Special Election

I am writing to inform you that after reviewing the 2025 election schedule for San Benito County, no regular elections are scheduled for that year. Consequently, any referendum petition that qualifies in 2025 will not appear on a regularly scheduled ballot and will require alternative arrangements for voting.

The City of Hollister has the option to call a special election to place the referendum on the ballot.

A special election may be scheduled at any time during 2025, provided that all necessary procedures outlined in the Elections Code (Sections 1000, 1400, 1410, and 9241) are followed.

If the City Council decides to proceed with a special election, please be aware that additional costs will be incurred due to the election being held outside of a regular election cycle. The total cost will depend on several factors, including the number of mail-in ballots, precincts, and other logistical elements. Based on current estimates, the cost of a standalone election for the City of Hollister is expected to range between $350,000 and $450,000. This estimate will be updated at the end of February when bids are received from printing vendors to explore more cost-effective options.

I recommend that the City Council discuss this matter and provide guidance on the preferred course of action. Should you decide to proceed with a special election, kindly notify the Elections Office so we can assist in scheduling and facilitating the required administrative steps.

If you have any questions or need additional information, please feel free to reach out.

Sincerely,

Francisco Diaz
County Clerk-Recorder/Registrar of Voters

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER REPEALING, IN ITS ENTIRETY, RESOLUTION 2024–201 DATED
DECEMBER 3, 2024 ADOPTING THE 2040 GENERAL PLAN

WHEREAS, on December 3, 2024, the City Council of the City of Hollister adopted Resolution 2024-201 Adopting the 2040 General Plan; and

WHEREAS, on December 6, 2024 referendum proponents submitted a proposed summary for review by the City Attorney which was approved by operation of law on December 20, 2024; and

WHEREAS, on January 21, 2025, proponents filed a referendum petition with the Hollister City Clerk’s Office against Resolution 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025 the City Clerk’s Office performed a prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 pursuant to California Elections Code Sections 9239 and 9210, as well as checking the petition form pursuant to Elections Code Section 9238; and

WHEREAS, the prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 equaled or exceeded the minimum number of signatures required; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025, the Clerk’s Office accepted the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 for filing and subsequently transferred the petition to the San Benito County Registrar of Voters Office for signature verification; and

WHEREAS, the Registrar’s Office validated the signatures on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201, using 100% signature verification, and determined that the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 had sufficient signatures; and

WHEREAS, on March 3, 2025, the City Council received the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, the City Council’s options for appropriate action pursuant to Elections Code section 9241 include: (1) repealing Resolution No. 2024-201 in its entirety; or (2) submitting Resolution No. 2024-201 to the voters, either at the next regular municipal election occurring not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order, or at a special election called for the purpose not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order; and

WHEREAS, the City Council desires to repeal, in its entirety, Resolution No. 2024-201, which adopted the 2040 General Plan.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister does hereby repeal Resolution No. 2024-201 in its entirety.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF HOLDING A GENERAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON NOVEMBER 3, 2026, FOR THE
SUBMITTAL TO THE VOTERS OF RESOLUTION NO. 2024-201
ADOPTING THE 2040 GENERAL PLAN; AND REQUESTING THE

ASSISTANCE OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BENITO FOR

CONSOLIDATION OF THE ELECTION AND TO RENDER SPECIFIED

SERVICES TO THE CITY OF HOLLISTER RELATING TO THE

CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION

WHEREAS, on December 3, 2024, the City Council of the City of Hollister adopted Resolution 2024-201 Adopting the 2040 General Plan; and

WHEREAS, on December 6, 2024 referendum proponents submitted a proposed summary for review by the City Attorney which was approved by operation of law on December 20, 2024; and

WHEREAS, on January 21, 2025, proponents filed a referendum petition with the Hollister City Clerk’s Office against Resolution 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025 the City Clerk’s Office performed a prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 pursuant to California Elections Code Sections 9239 and 9210, as well as checking the petition form pursuant to Elections Code Section 9238; and

WHEREAS, the prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 equaled or exceeded the minimum number of signatures required; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025, the Clerk’s Office accepted the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 for filing and subsequently transferred the petition to the San Benito County Registrar of Voters Office for signature verification; and

WHEREAS, the Registrar’s Office validated the signatures on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201, using 100% signature verification, and determined that the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 had sufficient signatures; and

WHEREAS, on March 3, 2025, the City Council received the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, the City Council’s options for appropriate action pursuant to Elections Code section 9241 include: (1) repealing Resolution No. 2024-201 in its entirety; or (2) submitting Resolution No. 2024-201 to the voters, either at the next regular municipal election occurring not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order, or at a special election called for the purpose not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order; and

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WHEREAS, the City Council desires to submit Resolution No. 2024-201 to the voters at the next regular municipal election on November 3, 2026; and

WHEREAS, November 3, 2026, is the date set by law for the election of Council members; and

WHEREAS, the City Clerk is enjoined by law to take all steps necessary for the holding of said election; and

WHEREAS, it is desirable that the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election be consolidated with the Statewide General Election to be held on the same date and that within the city the precincts, polling places and election officers of the two elections be the same, and that the county election department of the County of San Benito canvass the return of the General Municipal Election and that the election be held in all respects as if there were only one election;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

SECTION 1. Ballot Question. The City Council of the City of Hollister that pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of California relating to gener al law cities, there is called and ordered to be held in the City of Hollister on Tuesday, November 3, 2026, a General Municipal Election for the purpose of submitting the following question to the voters:

Shall Resolution No. 2024-201, A Resolution of
The City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting
the 2040 General Plan, be adopted?
YES
NO

SECTION 2. Election Procedures/Request for Consolidation.

A. The City Council consents to the consolidation of the election on this Measure with all other elections being held in the same territory on November 3, 2026, and to hold and conduct the consolidated election in the manner prescribed in Elections Code Section 10418.

B. The ballots to be used at the election shall be in the form and content as required by law.

C. In accordance with Section 10403 of the Elections Code, the Board of Supervisors of San Benito County is hereby requested to consent to consolidation of the election on this Measure with the Statewide General Election and all other elections being held in the same territory on November 3, 2026, and to having the Registrar of Voters render such election services to

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the City of Hollister as may be requested by the City Clerk of said City, the County of San Benito to be reimbursed in full for such services as are performed.

D. The election services which the City of Hollister requests the Registrar of Voters, or such other official as may be appropriate, to perform and which such officer is hereby authorized and directed to perform, if said Board of Supervisors consents, include: the preparation, printing and mailing of sample ballots and guides; the establishment or appointment of precincts, voting centers, and election officers, and making such publications as are required by law in connection therewith; the furnishing of ballots, voting booths and other necessary supplies or materials for voting centers; the canvassing of the returns of the election and the furnishing of the results of such canvassing to the City Clerk of the City of Hollister; and the performance of such other election services as may be requested by the City Clerk.

E. The City Clerk is authorized, instructed, and directed to procure and furnish any and all official ballots, notices, printed matter, and all supplies, equipment, and paraphernalia, or cause such actions to be made, that may be necessary in order to properly and lawfully conduct the election.

F. That the precincts, ballot drop box locations and hours of operations, vote center locations and hours of operations, vote-by-mail procedures and timing, and election officers, and all other persons and procedures for the General Municipal Election shall be the same as those utilized by the County of San Benito; and

G. In all particulars not recited in this Resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal elections in the City.

H. Notice of the time and place of holding the election is given and the C ity Clerk is authorized, instructed, and directed to give further or additional notice of the election, in time, form, and manner as required by law.

I. All ballots shall be tallied at a central counting place and not at the precincts.

Said central counting place shall be at a County center as designated by the Registrar of Voters.

J. The San Benito County Registrar of Voters is hereby authorized to canvass the returns of said election.

K. The City Clerk of the City of Hollister shall receive the canvass as it p ertains to the election on the Measure, and shall certify the results to the City Council, as required by law.

SECTION 3. Ar guments and Analysis.

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A. The City Council authorizes (i) the City Council or any member(s) of the City Council, (ii) any individual voter eligible to vote on the above measure, (iii) a bona fide association of such citizens or (iv) any combination of voters and associations, to file a written argument in favor of or against the City measure, in accordance with Article 4, Chapter 3, Division 9 of the Elections Code of the State of California and may change the argument until and including July 27, 2026, after which no arguments for or against the measure may be submitted to the City Clerk. Arguments in favor of or against the measure shall each not exceed 300 words in length. Each argument shall be filed with the City Clerk, signed, and include the printed name(s) and signature(s) of the author(s) submitting it, or if submitted on behalf of an organization, the name of the organization, and the printed name and signature of at least one of its principal officers who is the author of the argument.

B. The City Clerk shall comply with all provisions of law establishing priority of arguments for printing and distribution to the voters and shall take all necessary actions to cause the selected arguments to be printed and distributed to the voters.

C. Pursuant to Section 9280 of the Elections Code, the City Council directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of the Measure to the City Attorney. The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial analysis of the Measure, not to exceed 500 words in length, showing the effect of the Measure on the existing law and the operation of the Measure. The City Attorney shall transmit such impartial analysis to the City Clerk, who shall cause the analysis to be published in the voter information guide along with the ballot Measure as pr ovided by law. The Impartial Analysis shall be filed by the deadline set for filing of primary arguments as set forth in subsection (A) above. The impartial analysis shall include a statement indicating whether the Measure was placed on the ballot by a petition signed by the requisite number of voters or by the City Council.

In the event the entire text of the Measure is not printed on the ballot, nor in the voter information guide, there shall be printed immediately below the impartial analysis, in no less than 10-font bold type, the following: “The above statement is an impartial analysis of Ordinance or Measure ____. If you desire a copy of the ordinance or measure, please call the election official’s office at (insert phone number) and a copy will b e mailed at no cost to you.”

SECTION 4. Rebuttals.

A. That pursuant to Section 9285 of the Elections Code of the State of California, when the Clerk has selected the arguments for and against the various City initiated measures which will be printed and distributed to the voters, the Clerk shall send copies of the argument in favor of the measures to the authors of the argument against, and copies of the argument against to the authors of the

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argument in favor. The authors or persons designated by them may prepare and submit rebuttal arguments not exceeding 250 words. The rebuttal arguments shall be filed with the City Clerk no later than August 7, 2026.

Rebuttal arguments shall be printed in the same manner as the direct arguments. Each rebuttal argument shall immediately follow the direct argument which it seeks to rebut.

B. That all previous resolutions providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments for City measures are repealed.

C. That the provisions herein shall apply only to the election to be held on November 3, 2026, and shall then be repealed.

SECTION 5. Placement on the Ballot. The full text of the Measure shall be printed in the voter information guide, and a statement sha ll be printed in the ballot pursuant to Section 9223 of the Elections Code advising voters that they may obtain a copy of this Resolution and the Measure, at no cost, upon request made to the City Clerk.

SECTION 6. Delivery of Resolution to County. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

The City Council directs the City Clerk to deliver copies of this Resolution, including the Measure attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of San Benito County and to the Registrar of Voters of San Benito County not later than 88 days prior to the General Municipal Election.

SECTION 7. CEQA. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the ballot measure relates to organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore is not a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA Guidelines, section 15378(b)(5).

SECTION 8. Severability. If any provision of this Resolution or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Resolution are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof.

SECTION 9. Effective Date of Resolution. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.

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PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by th e Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

CALLING AND GIVING NOTICE OF HOLDING A SPECIAL MUNICIPAL ELECTION TO BE HELD ON ________________________, FOR THE SUBMITTAL TO THE VOTERS OF RESOLUTION NO. 2024-201
ADOPTING THE 2040 GENERAL PLAN; AND REQUESTING THE

ASSISTANCE OF THE COUNTY OF SAN BENITO TO RENDER

SPECIFIED SERVICES TO THE CITY OF HOLLISTER RELATING TO

THE CONDUCT OF THE ELECTION

WHEREAS, on December 3, 2024, the City Council of the City of Hollister adopted Resolution 2024-201 Adopting the 2040 General Plan; and

WHEREAS, on December 6, 2024 referendum proponents submitted a proposed summary for review by the City Attorney which was approved by operation of law on December 20, 2024; and

WHEREAS, on January 21, 2025, proponents filed a referendum petition with the Hollister City Clerk’s Office against Resolution 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025 the City Clerk’s Office performed a prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 pursuant to California Elections Code Sections 9239 and 9210, as well as checking the petition form pursuant to Elections Code Section 9238; and

WHEREAS, the prima facie signature count on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 equaled or exceeded the minimum number of signatures required; and

WHEREAS, on January 23, 2025, the Clerk’s Office accepted the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 for filing and subsequently transferred the petition to the San Benito County Registrar of Voters Office for signature verification; and

WHEREAS, the Registrar’s Office validated the signatures on the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201, using 100% signature verification, and determined that the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201 had sufficient signatures; and

WHEREAS, on March 3, 2025, the City Council received the City Clerk’s Certification of Sufficiency for the petition against Resolution No. 2024-201; and

WHEREAS, the City Council’s options for appropriate action pursuant to Elections Code section 9241 include: (1) repealing Resolution No. 2024-201 in its entirety; or (2) submitting Resolution No. 2024-201 to the voters, either at the next regular municipal election occurring not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order, or at a special election called for the purpose not less than 88 days after the City Council’s order; and

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WHEREAS, the City Council desires to submit Resolution No. 2024-201 to the voters at a special municipal election to be held on ________________________; and

WHEREAS, the City Clerk is enjoined by law to take all steps necessary for the holding of said election; and

WHEREAS, it is desirable that the ________________________ Special Municipal Election be administered by the San Benito County Registrar of Voters, and if possible, be held on the same date as other special elections and that within the city the precincts, polling places, and election officers of the other elections held on that date be the same, and that the county election department of the County of San Benito canvass the return of the Special Municipal Election and that the election be held in all respects as if there were only one election;

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED:

SECTION 1. Submission of Ballot Ordinance/Measure. The City Council of the City of Hollister, pursuant to its right and authority as contained in California Elections Code sections 9241, 10201, and 10400 et seq. and Government Code section 34900, hereby orders the Measure attached hereto as Exhibit “A” to be submitted to the qualified voters of the City at the Special Municipal Election to be held on ___________________. The proposed Measure shall be in the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A” to this Resolution and is incorporated by this reference as if fully set forth herein.

SECTION 2. Ballot Question. The City Council of the City of Hollister that pursuant to the requirements of the laws of the State of California relating to general law cities, there is called and ordered to be held in the City of Hollister on Tuesday, ________________________, a Special Municipal Election for the purpose of submitting the following question to the voters:

Shall Resolution No. 2024-201, A Resolution of
The City Council of the City of Hollister Adopting
the 2040 General Plan, be adopted?
YES
NO

SECTION 3. Election Procedures/Request for Consolidation.

A. The City Council consents to the consolidation of the election on this Measure with all other elections being held in the same territory on ________________________, and to hold and conduct the consolidated election in the manner prescribed in Elections Code Section 10418.

B. The ballots to be used at the election shall be in the form and content as required by law.

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C. In accordance with Section 10403 of the Elections Code, the Board of Supervisors of San Benito County is hereby requested to consent to consolidation of the election on this Measure with any and all other elections being held in the same territory on ________________________, and to having the Registrar of Voters render such election services to the City of Hollister as may be requested by the City Clerk of said City, the County of San Benito to be reimbursed in full for such services as are performed.

D. The election services which the City of Hollister requests the Registrar of Voters, or such other official as may be appropriate, to perform and which such officer is hereby authorized and directed to perform, if said Board of Supervisors consents, include: the preparation, printing and mailing of sample ballots and guides; the establishment or appointment of precincts, voting centers, and election officers, and making such publications as are required by law in connection therewith; the furnishing of ballots, voting booths and other necessary supplies or materials for voting centers; the canvassing of the returns of the election and the furnishing of the results of such canvassing to the City Clerk of the City of Hollister; and the performance of such other election services as may be requested by the City Clerk.

E. The City Clerk is authorized, instructed and directed to procure and furnish any and all official ballots, notices, printed matter and all supplies, equipment and paraphernalia, or cause such actions to be made, that may be necessary in order to properly and lawfully conduct the election.

F. That the precincts, ballot drop box locations and hours of operations, vote center locations and hours of operations, vote-by-mail procedures and timing, and election officers, and all other persons and procedures for the Special Municipal Election shall be the same as those utilized by the County of San Benito; and

G. In all particulars not recited in this Resolution, the election shall be held and conducted as provided by law for holding municipal elections in the City.

H. Notice of the time and place of holding the election is given and the City Clerk is authorized, instructed and directed to give further or additional notice of the election, in time, form, and manner as required by law.

I. All ballots shall be tallied at a central counting place and not at the precincts.

Said central counting place shall be at a County center as designated by the Registrar of Voters.

J. The San Benito County Registrar of Voters is hereby authorized to canvass the returns of said election.

K. The City Clerk of the City of Hollister shall receive the canvass as it pertains to

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the election on the Measure, and shall certify the results to the City Council, as required by law.

SECTION 4. Ar guments and Analysis.

A. The City Council authorizes (i) the City Council or any member(s) of the City Council, (ii) any individual voter eligible to vote on the above measure, (iii) a bona fide association of such citizens or (iv) any combination of voters and associations, to file a written argument in favor of or against the City measure, in accordance with Article 4, Chapter 3, Division 9 of the Elections Code of the State of California and may change the argument until and including _____________, after which no arguments for or against the measure may be submitted to the City Clerk. Arguments in favor of or against the measure shall each not exceed 300 words in length. Each argument shall be filed with the City Clerk, signed, and include the printed name(s) and signature(s) of the author(s) submitting it, or if submitted on behalf of an organization, the name of the organization, and the printed name and signature of at least one of its principal officers who is the author of the argument.

B. The City Clerk shall comply with all provisions of law establishing priority of arguments for printing and distribution to the voters, and shall take all necessary actions to cause the selected arguments to be printed and distributed to the voters.

C. Pursuant to Section 9280 of the Elections Code, the City Council directs the City Clerk to transmit a copy of the Measure to the City Attorney. The City Attorney shall prepare an impartial analysis of the Measure, not to exceed 500 words in length, showing the effect of the Measure on the existing law and the operation of the Measure. The City Attorney shall transmit such impartial analysis to the City Clerk, who shall cause the analysis to be published in the voter information guide along with the ballot Measure as provided by law. The Impartial Analysis shall be filed by the deadline set for filing of primary arguments as set forth in subsection (A) above. The impartial analysis shall include a statement indicating whether the Measure was placed on the ballot by a petition signed by the requisite number of voters or by the City Council.

In the event the entire text of the Measure is not printed on the ballot, nor in the voter information guide, there shall be printed immediately below the impartial analysis, in no less than 10-font bold type, the following: “The above statement is an impartial analysis of Ordinance or Measure ____. If you desire a copy of the ordinance or measure, please call the election official’s office at (insert phone number) and a copy will be mail ed at no cost to you.”

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SECTION 5. Rebuttals.

A. That pursuant to Section 9285 of the Elections Code of the State of California, when the Clerk has selected the arguments for and against the various City initiated measures which will be printed and distributed to the voters, the Clerk shall send copies of the argument in favor of the measures to the authors of the argument against, and copies of the argument against to the authors of the argument in favor. The authors or persons designated by them may prepare and submit rebuttal arguments not exceeding 25 0 words. The rebuttal arguments shall be filed with the City Clerk not later than _________________.

Rebuttal arguments shall be printed in the same manner as the direct arguments. Each rebuttal argument shall immediately follow the direct argument which it seeks to rebut.

B. That all previous resolutions providing for the filing of rebuttal arguments for City measures are repealed.

C. That the provisions herein shall apply only to the election to be held on ________________________, and shall then be repealed.

SECTION 6. Placement on the Ballot. The full text of the Measure shall be printed in the voter information guide, and a statement shall be printed in the ballot pursuant to Section 9223 of the Elections Code advising voters that they may obtain a copy of this Resolution and the Measure, at no cost, upon request made to the City Clerk.

SECTION 7. Delivery of Resolution to County. The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original resolutions.

The City Council directs the City Clerk to deliver copies of this Resolution, including the Measure attached hereto as Exhibit “A”, to the Clerk of the Board of Supervisors of San Benito County and to the Registrar of Voters of San Benito County not later than 88 days prior to the Special Municipal Election.

SECTION 8. CEQA. The City Council hereby finds and determines that the ballot measure relates to organizational or administrative activities of governments that will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment, and therefore is not a project within the meaning of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the State CEQA Guidelines, section 15378(b)(5).

SECTION 9. Severability. If any provision of this Resolution or the application thereof to any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the Resolution which can be given effect without the invalid provision or application, and to this end the provisions of this Resolution are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this Resolution irrespective of the invalidity of any particular portion thereof.

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SECTION 10. Effective Date of Resolution. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # Community Development-2025-13

AGENDA ITEM: REQUEST FOR DIRECTION REGARDING ANNEXATION/

GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT APPLICATIONS

DEPARTMENT: Community Development
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Rod Powell, Assistant City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: Eva Kelly, Planning Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Receive report from staff and provide direction.

DISCUSSION: As a separate agenda item, on March 3, 2025, the City Council will consider and take action related to the referendum filed in response to the adoption of the 2040 Hollister General Plan on December 3, 2024. Whether the Council determines to send the decision on the referendum to a vote of the public or whether the Council determines to repeal the adoption of the 2040 General Plan, upon the decision , the City of Hollister 2005-2023 General Plan will be in place until further notice. This will affect several submitted and proposed entitlement applications – specifically, applications related to annexation and general plan amendment proposals.

At the November 6, 2023 City Council meeting, the City Council adopted a pause on the processing and submission of new applications for annexation or general plan amendments until the adoption of the 2040 General Plan. Staff have received several inquiries regarding requests for new application submissions, as well as have multiple submitted and pending applications (filed prior to the adoption of the pause). Staff would request the City Council to provide direction on whether to proceed with processing and acceptance of these applications once the referendum decision determines the status of the City’s General Plan.

FISCAL IMPACT: None

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: None

CEQA: This presentation is not a project subject to CEQA.

ATTACHMENTS: None

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-19

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH
ROADSHOWS INC. FOR OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE 2025 HOLLISTER INDEPENDENCE RALLY

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving an Agreement with Roadshows Inc. for operational management services for the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally and authorize the City Manager to finalize and execute the agreement.

DISCUSSION: On January 7, 2025, the City of Hollister (“City”) City Council approved and authorized the Hollister Independence Rally (Rally) to be held on the July 4, 2025, weekend. On February 18, 2025, the City Council approved Resolution 2025-22 authorizing the City Manager to purchase security services for the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally without notice, advertisement, or competitive bidding, directing the City Manager to obtain three quotes for service, and execute the resulting contract. City staff is actively securing three quotes for security service. Additionally, the City Council provided direction to host the Rally on Friday, July 4 th and Saturday, July 5th of 2025.

The City has contracted with Roadshows Inc. (Roadshows) in 2019 to host the Rally beginning in 2020. Due to a series of challenges, including the COVID-19 pandemic, the Rally has not been held since the previous contract was executed. Staff is recommending to contract with Roadshows to serve as the operational manager for the 2025 Rally. Roadshows will partner with the City to solicit sponsorships to offset expenses.

If Roadshows secures $90,000 in sponsorship funds, their Consultant Fee shall be $30,000. For each additional $20,000 in sponsorship funds secured above $90,000, the Consultant Fee shall increase by $5,000. Any sponsorships secured independently by the City shall not be considered in the calculation of the Roadshow’s sponsorship benchmarks. Both the City and Roadshows will coordinate their sponsorship efforts and maintain open communication regarding potential sponsors to prevent overlap and maximize total sponsorship revenue with a goal of ensuring the Rally is cost neutral to the City.

FISCAL IMPACT: An estimated net investment in the 2025 Rally of $100,000 to $150,000.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION:

February 18, 2025: City Council approved Resolution 2025-22 authorizing the City Manager to purchase security services for the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally

without notice, advertisement, or competitive bidding, directing the City Manager to obtain three quotes for service, and execute the resulting contract.

CEQA: Not a project.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Agreement with Roadshows Inc.

RESOLUTION NO. 20__-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER APPROVING AN AGREEMENT WITH ROADSHOWS INC. FOR
OPERATIONAL MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE 2025 HOLLISTER

INDEPENDENCE RALLY AND AUTHORIZEING THE CITY MANAGER

TO FINALIZE AND EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT

WHEREAS, on January 7, 2025, the City of Hollister (“City”) City Council approved and authorized the Hollister Independence Rally (Rally) to be held on the July 4, 2025, weekend; and

WHEREAS, on February 18, 2025, the City Council adopted Resolution 2025-22 authorizing the City Manager to purchase security services for the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally without notice, advertisement, or competitive bidding, directing the City Manager to obtain three quotes for service, and execute the resulting contract; and

WHEREAS, City staff are actively securing three quotes for security service ; and

WHEREAS, the City Council provided direction to host the Rally on Friday, July 4 th and Saturday, July 5th of 2025; and

WHEREAS, the City has contracted with Roadshows Inc. (Roadshows) in 2019 to host the Rally beginning in 2020, but the Rally has not been held since the previous contract was executed; and

WHEREAS, staff recommends contracting with Roadshows to serve as the operational manager for the 2025 Rally and partnering with Roadshows to solicit sponsorships to offset expenses; and

WHEREAS, if Roadshows secures $90,000 in sponsorship funds, their Consultant Fee shall be $30,000; and

WHEREAS, for each additional $20,000 in sponsorship funds secured above $90,000, the Consultant Fee shall increase by $5,000; and

WHEREAS, any sponsorships secured independently by the City shall not be considered in the calculation of the Roadshow’s sponsorship benchmarks; and

WHEREAS, both the City and Roadshows will coordinate their sponsorship efforts and maintain open communication regarding potential sponsors to prevent overlap and maximize total sponsorship revenue with a goal of ensuring the Rally is cost neutral to the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Hollister approves an agreement with Roadshows Inc. for operational management services for

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the 2025 Hollister Independence Rally and authorizes the City Manager to finalize and execute the agreement.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF HOLLISTER AND
ROADSHOWS®, INC. FOR CONSULTING SERVICES FOR THE

HOLLISTER INDEPENDENCE RALLY

This agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into on March 4, 2025 (the “Effective Date”), by and between the City of Hollister, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and Roadshows®, Inc., a Nevada corporation (hereinafter also referred to as “Operational Manager” “Organizer” and collectively as "Consultant”). City and Consultant may be referred to hereinafter individually as a “Party” or collectively as the “Parties.”

RECITALS
This Agreement is made with reference to the following facts and objectives:

A. City seeks to host and produce the Hollister Independence Motorcycle Rally (“Rally”) and desires to engage professional consulting services to support the successful execution of the Rally.

B. As the host of the Rally, City shall serve as the producer of the event, with full responsibility and authority to develop, finance, coordinate, and execute all aspects of the Rally, including but not limited to organizing and managing entertainment, vendors, concessions, merchandise, security, safety protocols, venue operations, and promotional activities. City shall have complete creative control and final approval over all Rally elements, and shall oversee all financial aspects of the event, including revenue collection, expense management, and distribution of proceeds. City's role as producer establishes its authority to enter into agreements with third parties for goods and services necessary for the Rally's production and operation.

C. City and Consultant seek to enter into an Agreement for the promotion and operational management of the Rally.

D. City and Consultant desire to enter into this Agreement to delineate the Parties' rights and responsibilities for the promotion and operation of the Rally and the expenses and revenue generated therefrom.

E. Consultant is qualified to provide promotional and operational management support to City for the Rally.

F. Consultant shall serve as the operational manager of the Rally, providing expertise and day-to-day operational management of Rally activities, while City shall retain ultimate management responsibility and sole decision-making

authority over any and all actions related to or arising out of Rally operations.

Nothing in this Agreement shall be construed to delegate or transfer the City’s authority as the host and producer of the Rally to Consultant.

NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the terms and conditions of the Agreement, including the foregoing Recitals, City and Consultant agree as follows:

1. Locations and Activities. The Rally locations, including boundaries and acceptable uses and activities, shall be determined in the sole discretion of the City. All locations, boundaries, uses and activities shall comply with applicable laws and regulations.

2. Term. The term of this Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and shall continue until August 31, 2025.

3. Fees and Revenue Collection.

a. Compensation. As compensation for the Services provided under this Agreement, Consultant shall be entitled to a fee (“Consultant Fee”) determined by the following sponsorship benchmarks:

i. If Consultant secures $90,000.00 in sponsorship funds, the Consultant Fee shall be $30,000.00;

ii. For each additional $20,000.00 in sponsorship funds secured above $90,000.00, the Consultant Fee shall increase by $5,000.00.

iii. Both City and Consultant shall actively seek sponsorships in good faith, with transparent communication to avoid competing for the same sponsors. Any sponsorships secured independently by the City shall not be considered in the calculation of the Consultant’s sponsorship benchmarks. Both Parties agree to coordinate their sponsorship efforts and maintain open communication regarding potential sponsors to prevent overlap and maximize total sponsorship revenue.

b. Revenue Collection and Accounting. Consultant shall be responsible for the collection of all Rally-generated revenue and shall maintain detailed accounting records, subject to the following requirements:

i. Collection Responsibilities. Consultant shall collect and account for all revenue generated from Rally Activities, including but not limited

to vendor fees, sponsorships, merchandise sales, food and beverage sales, entertainment tickets, and participant registrations.

ii. Retention and Use of Sponsorship Funds. Consultant shall retain all sponsorship funds collected and shall:

1. Provide City with an accurate accounting of all sponsorship funds received;

2. Use such funds to provide advance payment for Rally
Activities as needed; and

3. Upon conclusion of the Rally, remit to City any sponsorship funds remaining after payment of Rally expenses and
Consultant Fee.

iii. Accounting Requirements. Consultant shall maintain complete and accurate records of:

1. All revenue collected, categorized by source;

2. Daily transaction records and bank deposits;

3. Copies of all contracts and agreements generating revenue;

4. Vendor payment records and receipts; and

5. Any other documentation supporting revenue collection.

iv. Reporting Schedule. Consultant shall provide to City:

1. Daily revenue reports during the Rally;

2. A preliminary revenue report within five (5) business days following the Rally; and

3. A final comprehensive revenue report, with all supporting documentation, within fifteen (15) business days following the Rally.

v. Payment to City. Consultant shall remit to City all revenue associated with the Rally (excluding sponsorship funds as provided in Section 3.b.ii) according to the following schedule:

1. Initial payment of collected revenue within three (3) business days following the Rally;

2. Subsequent payments every five (5) business days as
additional revenue is collected; and

3. Final payment, along with the comprehensive revenue
report, within fifteen (15) business days following the Rally.

vi. Audit Rights. City reserves the right to audit all revenue records, and Consultant shall provide access to all relevant documentation

within forty-eight (48) hours of City's written request. Final reconciliation and payment of Consultant Fee shall be contingent upon City's acceptance of the final revenue report and completion of any audit procedures.

c. Cost Responsibilities and Expense Coverage. City and Consultant agree to the following regarding expenses for the Rally:

i. Consultant shall use sponsorship funds collected to pay for Rally Activities, including but not limited to entertainment-related expenses, rental and setup of equipment and facilities, advertisement and promotion expenses, and traffic control equipment and personnel.

ii. In the event that the costs of Rally activities exceed the amount of sponsorship funds collected by Consultant, City shall be responsible for covering such excess costs upon presentation of appropriate documentation and approval by the City.

iii. Any sponsorship funds remaining after payment of Rally expenses and Consultant Fee shall be remitted to City along with the final comprehensive revenue report as specified in Section 3.b.v.3.

4. City Responsibilities. City shall be responsible for the following:

a. City shall serve as the official host and promoter of the Rally.

b. City shall make all reasonable efforts to ensure adequate essential public safety services are provided, including but not limited to, law enforcement, firefighting services, animal control services, and ambulance response.

City shall determine, in its sole and reasonable discretion, the number of personnel necessary to provide adequate services.

c. City shall make all reasonable efforts to ensure the provision of solid waste services, including but not limited to, solid waste services for dumpsters/recycling bins and, if reasonably necessary, street sweeping.

d. City shall retain naming rights to the Rally, and all intellectual property, copyright and trademarks obtained by it, or Consultant, arising out of the Rally.

e. City Contracting Authority. As the host and producer of the Rally, City shall retain exclusive authority over all contracting activities, including vendor selection, contract negotiation, and execution of agreements with third parties. City shall determine appropriate procurement methods and maintain direct contractual relationships with all vendors providing goods or services for the Rally, including but not limited to entertainment and performance services, equipment rentals, staging, security services, vendor agreements, sponsorship agreements, merchandise agreements, concessions, and supporting services and infrastructure. City shall maintain direct control over all financial aspects of vendor relationships, including payment processing and revenue collection. Consultant shall not have authority to approve expenses or authorize payments to vendors.

All contracts, excluding specified sponsorship agreements, must be executed directly between City and vendors.

5. Consultant Responsibilities. Consultant shall be responsible for the following (collectively, “Services”):

a. Consultant shall provide advisory services to ensure that all applicable requirements and provisions within Hollister Municipal Code chapter 12.36 are satisfied.

b. Consultant shall advise on compliance with all terms and conditions of the Public Assembly Permit and any other permit or entitlement issued for the Rally to the City or Consultant by a federal, state, or local government.

c. Consultant shall comply with all local, state, or federal laws and regulations applicable to the Services provided.

d. Consultant, in consultation with City, shall oversee all aspects of planning and organizing the Rally, including sponsor, vendor, and talent acquisition (collectively, “Participants”). Pursuant to the requirements of Section 4.e.

Consultant shall work with City in selecting Participants and shall be responsible for booking, coordinating and establishing agreements between the City and any such sponsors, vendors, and talent providers.

In the event of a disagreement between the City and Consultant regarding Participants, City shall have final decision-making authority.

e. Consultant shall develop and implement a marketing strategy to promote the Rally.

f. In all aspects, Consultant shall ensure that the Rally will be known as and referred to as the “Hollister Independence Rally.”

g. Consultant shall provide management and coordination services for all Rally Activities. Consultant shall ensure that all Rally Activities comply with all applicable local, state and federal laws and regulations.

h. Consultant shall obtain sponsors for the Rally and shall ensure City agreements with all sponsors are executed. Consultant shall also ensure sponsors comply with local, state and federal laws and regulations.

i. Consultant shall advertise and promote the Rally in electronic, print, audio, and visual media. Consultant shall also ensure that all such advertisements are provided in a manner that is reasonably calculated to maximize their effectiveness.

j. Consultant shall coordinate with City to ensure that all required and applicable building permits are obtained for all stages and generators as part of the event. In addition, the Consultant shall ensure that all vendors receive City business licenses, City building permits and San Benito County Health permits as required.

k. Consultant shall ensure that all Rally specific merchandise shall only be labeled “Hollister Independence Rally.” Consultant shall also ensure that merchandise with City’s name shall not be sold or distributed unless agreed upon in writing by City and Consultant or City and any applicable vendor.

i. Biker Apparel Sponsor shall have exclusive rights, upon execution of a valid agreement with Consultant, to produce textiles and related items with the official rally logo and “Hollister Independence Rally” solely for the duration of the 2025 event. Consultant and City shall have ultimate approval of final designs. These exclusive rights shall automatically terminate upon the conclusion of the 2025 event and shall not extend to any subsequent events or years without a new written agreement.

ii. Russ Brown Motorcycle Attorneys shall be named Exclusive Motorcycle Attorney Sponsor in their category, upon valid agreement execution with Consultant. This exclusive designation and associated rights shall apply solely for the duration of the current event and shall automatically terminate upon the conclusion

of the event. Any extension of these exclusive rights would require a new written agreement for future events.

6. Termination.

a. City has the right to terminate this Agreement upon the Consultant's failure to perform or comply with any provision of this Agreement. Termination of this Agreement will result in cancellation of the Rally. Consultant shall have no right to reimbursement, damages, or payment of any funds by City as a result of termination under this provision.

b. Maintenance of insurance coverage in conformity with the provisions of section 8 of this Agreement is a material element, and failure to maintain or renew coverage or to provide evidence of coverage or renewal may be treated by City as a material breach of this Agreement and cause for termination of the Agreement and cancellation of the Rally.

c. Either Party has the right to terminate this Agreement for any reason by giving no less than 90 days’ written notice to the non-terminating Party.

d. If, at any time prior to the Rally, City determines, in its sole discretion, that it is unable to provide adequate public safety services to ensure the safety of attendees, City may terminate this Agreement. In the event of termination, City shall reimburse all vendor, sponsor, and Consultant costs paid prior to termination.

e. In the event of either Party's termination of this Agreement, the Consultant shall be required at its sole expense to advertise the cancellation of the Rally by placing advertisements or announcements on all websites and in all forms of media previously used by Consultant to promote and advertise the Rally to provide as much notice as possible that the Rally has been cancelled. In the event of termination, Parties will proceed with cancellation notice in a professional manner and shall refrain from making or publishing any comments, or causing any comments to be made or published, that are negative or derogatory toward the other Party.

f. Neither Party shall be considered in breach of this Agreement to the extent that performance of their respective obligations is prevented or delayed by an event of Force Majeure that arises after the Effective Date. "Force Majeure" means an event that is beyond the reasonable control of a Party, and which prevents a Party from complying with any of its obligations under this Agreement, including but not limited to: Acts of God (such as,

but not limited to, fires, explosions, earthquakes, drought, tidal waves, floods, storms, or other natural disasters); war, hostilities (whether war is declared or not), invasion, act of foreign enemies, mobilization, requisition, or embargo; rebellion, revolution, insurrection, military or usurped power, or civil war; contamination by radioactivity from any nuclear fuel, or from any nuclear waste from the combustion of nuclear fuel, radioactive toxic explosive, or other hazardous properties; riots, civil commotion, st rikes, lockouts or labor actions by workers not employed by the affected Party, its subcontractors, or its suppliers; public health emergencies, epidemics, or pandemics as declared by local, state, or federal authorities; or acts or omissions of governmental authorities that prohibit or significantly impair either Party's ability to perform its obligations under this Agreement. The Party affected by such an event of Force Majeure shall promptly notify the other Party in writing of the nature and extent of t he Force Majeure event, use reasonable efforts to continue to perform its obligations under the Agreement to the extent possible, and resume performance of its obligations as soon as reasonably possible when the Force Majeure event subsides. If the period of non-performance exceeds sixty (60) days from the receipt of notice of the Force Majeure event, the Party whose ability to perform has not been affected may terminate this Agreement by giving thirty (30) days written notice to the affected Party.

7. Indemnity. Consultant shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, and agents (“City Parties”), from and against any and all causes of action, claims, liabilities, obligations, judgments, or damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs of litigation (“Claims”), arising out of or in any way related to or which may arise by reason of the Rally, or the activities contemplated by this Agreement, including the City’s active or passive negligence, except for such loss or damage arising from the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City. In the event the City Parties are made a party to any action, lawsuit, other adversarial proceeding arising from Consultant’s performance of this Agreement, the Consultant shall provide a defense, with counsel satisfactory to the City, to the City Parties, or at the City’s option, reimburse the City Parties their costs of defense, including reasonable attorney’s fees incurred in defense of such Claims. It is expressly understood and agreed that these indemnification provisions will survive any termination of this Agreement.

8. Insurance. Without in any way limiting Consultant’s liability, or indemnification obligations, Consultant shall obtain, provide, and continuously maintain for the duration of the Rally, including setup and dismantling operations, and shall require any and all subcontractors to obtain and maintain, policies of insurance of the type and amounts described below and in a form satisfactory to the City.

a. General Liability Insurance. Consultant shall secure and maintain throughout the duration of the Rally, comprehensive general liability insurance obtained from one or more insurance companies licensed to do business in the State of California in an amount not less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000.00) each occurrence and Two Million Dollars ($2,000.000.00) in the aggregate.

b. Workers’ Compensation Insurance. Consultant shall obtain workers’ compensation insurance as required by the State of California.

c. Consultant shall not commence performing any portion of the Services until all required insurance has been obtained and certificates indicating the required coverages have been delivered to and approved by City. All insurance policies shall include an endorsement stating that City Parties shall be additional insured under such policies. All of the policies shall be amended to provide that the insurance shall not be suspended, voided, canceled, reduced in coverage or in limits except after thirty (30) days ’ prior written notice has been given to City. If such a notice is not given or even if City receives a notice, City may, at its sole option, terminate this Agreement. All insurance policies shall include an endorsement stating that it is primary to any insurance or self-insurance maintained by City and shall waive all rights of subrogation against City and/or the City Parties.

d. Waiver of Subrogation. All insurance coverage maintained or procured pursuant to this Agreement shall be endorsed to waive subrogation against the City, its elected or appointed officers, agents, officials, employees, and volunteers, or shall specifically allow Consultant, or others providing insurance evidence in compliance with these specifications, to waive their right of recovery prior to loss. Consultant hereby waives its own right of recovery against the City and shall require, if applicable, similar written express waivers and insurance clauses from each of its subconsultants.

e. Insurers. All insurance policies shall be issued by an insurance company with an assigned policyholders’ Financial Strength Rating of A - (or higher) and a Financial Size Category Class VII (or larger), in accordance with Best’s Key Rating Guide in effect at the time of execution of this Agreement.

9. Independent Contractor Status. The Parties agree that Consultant is free from the control and direction of City in connection with Consultant’s performance of the Services. Consultant is hereby retained to provide the specified Services for

City, which are outside the usual course of City’s business. Consultant certifies that it is customarily engaged in an independently established trade, occupation, or business to provide the Services required by this Agreement. Consultant understands and agrees that Consultant and Consultant’s employees shall not be considered officers, employees, agents, volunteers or partners, of the City, and are not entitled to benefits of any kind or nature normally provided to employees of City and/or to which City’s employees are normally entitled.

10. Confidential Information. All City information disclosed to Consultant during the course of performance of Services under this Agreement shall be treated as confidential and shall not be disclosed to any other persons or parties excepts as authorized by City, or required by law.

11. Mistake of Fact. Each Party understands that if any fact with respect to any matter covered by this Agreement is found hereafter to be other or different from the fact now believed by that Party to be true, that Party expressly accepts a nd assumes the risk of such possible difference in fact and agrees that this Agreement shall be in all respects effective and not subject to termination or rescission by reason of that difference in facts.

12. Access to Records. Consultant shall maintain all books, records, documents, accounting ledgers, and similar accounting materials relating to the Rally on file for at least three (3) years following the final day of the Rally. Any duly authorized representative of the City shall have access to those records for the purposes of inspection, audit, and copying upon reasonable notice of not less than forty-eight (48) hours with the understanding that event records are proprietary and not to be released to any entity. City shall provide business license and tax information to Consultant upon written notice of not less than forty-eight (48) hours.

13. Assignment. This Agreement is binding on the heirs, successors, and assigns of the Parties. The Consultant shall not assign its rights or duties under this Agreement without prior written consent of City. Any attempt by Consultant to assign its interests in this Agreement without the consent of City shall be void and of no effect.

14. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement shall be held invalid or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, such holding shall not invalidate or render unenforceable any other provision of this Agreement.

15. Amendments. The terms of this Agreement shall not be waived, altered, modified, supplemented or amended in any manner whatsoever except by written agreement signed by both Parties and approved by the City Council.

16. Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed by and construed in accordance with the laws of the State of California, excluding its choice of law rules. Any action or proceeding seeking any relief under or with respect to this Agreement shall be brought solely in the Superior Court of the State of California for the County of San Benito subject to transfer of venue under applicable State law, provided that nothing in this Agreement shall constitute a waiver of immunity to suit by the City.

17. Notices. All notices required to be provided under this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been duly served if delivered in person to Consultant or enclosed in a properly addressed envelope postage prepaid and deposited with an overnight delivery service or with a United States Post Office for delivery by first class certified mail address to the Parties at the following addresses, unless such addresses are changed by notice, in writing, to the other Party.

City of Hollister
Attn: City Manager
375 Fifth Street
Hollister, CA 95023

Roadshows®, Inc.

PO Box 2994
Reno, NV 89505
Telephone: 775-690-2035
Email: [email protected]

18. Compliance with Law. Each and every provision of law and clause required by law to be inserted into this Agreement shall be deemed to be inserted herein and this Agreement shall be read and enforced as though it were included therein.

Consultant shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, rules, regulations and ordinances. Consultant agrees that it shall comply with all legal requirements for the performance of duties under this Agreement and that failure to do so shall constitute material breach.

19. Non-Discrimination. There shall be no unlawful discrimination in the contracting of persons under this Agreement because of race, color, national origin, age, ancestry, religion, sex, or sexual orientation of such persons.

20. Attorneys’ Fees. If a Party to this Agreement commences a legal action against the other party to enforce a provision of this Agreement or seek damages related to the services provided under this Agreement, the prevailing Party in the legal action will be entitled to recover from the other Party all of its reasonable litigation expense, costs, and fees actually incurred, including reasonable attorneys’ and experts’ fees.

21. Liability of City. Notwithstanding anything stated herein to the contrary, City shall not be liable for any special, consequential, indirect or incidental damages, including but not limited to lost profits in connection with this Agreement.

22. Waiver. No delay or omission by either Party in exercising any right under this Agreement shall operate as a waiver of that or any other right and no single or partial exercise of any right shall preclude either Party from any or further exercise of any right or remedy.

23. Entire Agreement. This Agreement supersedes any and all other agreements, whether oral or in writing, between the Parties with respect to the Services contemplated in this Agreement and is intended by the Parties as the final expression of their agreement with respect to such terms as are included herein and as the complete and exclusive statement of its terms and may not be contradicted by evidence of any prior agreement or of a contemporaneous oral agreement, nor explained or supplemented by evidence of consistent additional terms.

24. Ambiguity. The Parties to this Agreement, and each of them, hereby represent that the language contained herein is to be construed as jointly proposed and jointly accepted, and in the event of any subsequent determination of ambiguity, all Parties shall be treated as equally responsible for such ambiguity.

25. Execution of Other Documents. The Parties to this Agreement shall cooperate fully in the execution of any and all other documents and in the completion of any additional actions that may be necessary or appropriate to give full force and effect to the terms and intent of this Agreement.

26. Execution in Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts such that the signatures may appear on separate signature pages. A copy, facsimile, or an original, with all signatures appended together, shall be deemed a fully executed agreement. Digital signatures complying with the requirements of Government Code section 16.5 shall also be deemed original signatures.

27. Warranty of Authority. The persons who have signed this Agreement warrant that they are legally authorized to do so on behalf of the respective Parties, and by their signatures to bind the respective parties to this Agreement.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the day and year shown above.

CITY OF HOLLISTER CONSULTANT:

David Mirrione, City Manager

Randy Burke, President

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-18

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING HOLLISTER AS A WELCOMING

CITY FOR IMMIGRANTS

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: Mary Lerner, City Attorney

RECOMMENDED ACTION: No recommendation as this is a Council directed item.

DISCUSSION: On February 4, 2025, Council Member Morales requested an immigration resolution be brought at a future agenda. This request was approved by Council.

FISCAL IMPACT: There is no fiscal impact.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: N/A

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS: N/A

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

DESIGNATING HOLLISTER AS A WELCOMING CITY FOR IMMIGRANTS

WHEREAS, the City of Hollister (“City”) desires to be a “Welcoming City for Immigrants”; and

WHEREAS, the City declares itself “A Place of Trust and Safety for Immigrants”; and

WHEREAS, the City recognizes its long and rich history of immigrants who have contributed to the local economy and who have become leaders in agriculture, tourism, military, education, business, healthcare, and other professions; and

WHEREAS, the City is diverse with foreign-born residents comprising a significant section of the City’s total population and significant numbers of foreign -born immigrants comprise our City’s workforce in the agriculture, hospitality, and construction industries; and

WHEREAS, the City is rich in its diversity, with Hollister’s 44,658 residents self-identifying as 3.9% Asian, 69.7% Hispanic, 21.9% White, 1.4% African -American, 1.7 American Indian and 1.4% Other; and

WHEREAS, Immigrants add significantly to the vitality of the state and national economies, with foreign-born workers representing close to 19.1% of the 2024 U.S. labor force, and over 40.3% of business owners in California in 2023; and WHEREAS, the building and maintaining of a Welcoming City is fundamental to a vibrant and inclusive City, assuring immigrants opportunities for economic security, empowerment, civic engagement, safety, and freedom from discrimination, oppression, and violence; and
WHEREAS, many City residents have deep concerns about the massive detention and deportation plans by the current presidential administration; and WHEREAS, it is important to make clear that we are One Community in this City and that all of our residents, regardless of immigration status, contribute to the social a nd economic fabric of this City; and
WHEREAS, it is important for the Hollister City Council to make a statement of support and to advocate for our immigrant community and for the City to be a place of trust and safety for immigrants who live and work in the community; and WHEREAS, a relationship of trust between California’s immigrant residents and our local agencies, including law enforcement, schools, and hospitals, is essential to carrying out

Resolution No. 2025-XX

basic local functions, including improving public safety. That trust is threatened when local agencies are involved in immigration enforcement.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

HOLLISTER,

1. Declares and affirms that the City remains a Welcoming City; and declares itself a place of trust and safety for ALL immigrants; and

2. Declares that no City resources shall be used to assist in the enforcement of federal immigration law, participate in any immigration enforcement operation or joint operation involving any federal immigration agent for the purpose of enforcing federal immigration law, unless such assistance is required by federal or state statute, regulation, or court decision; and

3. Urges that no department or employee initiate inquiry or enforcement action based solely on a person’s actual or suspected immigration status, national origin, race, ethnicity, and/or English proficiency; and

4. Commends the Hollister Police Department for its commitment to not inquire about immigration status when carrying out its duties, to not participate in any immigration enforcement unless required under state law per the California Values Act (Senate Bill 54, Chapter 495, Statues of 2017), and to building trust with all communities the office serves; and

5. Directs the City Manager to transmit a copy of this resolution to our local state and federal legislators and the Governor of California.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held March 3 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

Resolution No. 2025-XX

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025 at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-16

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY OF HOLLISTER (“CITY”) COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY FUNDS POLICY

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolution approving amendments to the City Council Discretionary Funds Policy (“Policy”).

DISCUSSION: The Policy allows City Councilmembers to allocate budgeted “discretionary funds” to community initiatives of their choosing if those allocations comply with the Policy, including approval by the City Council.

The City Council recently expressed interest in amending the Policy to not allow discretionary funds to be expended if the City’s reserve balance has dropped below the financial policy minimum. The City Attorney also recommends the Policy be revised to reflect that no discretionary funds be expended within six (6) months prior to a municipa l election and not until the swearing in of any new council members as a result of the referenced municipal election. As such, the following additions have been made to the Policy:

Discretionary funds may not be used if the City’s fund balance is below th e minimum reserve amount established by the City’s adopted budget Fiscal and Budget Policies. (Policy 2.2 E.)

Discretionary funds may not be used six (6) months prior to a municipal election and not until the swearing in of any new council members as a result of the referenced municipal election. (Policy 2.2 D.)

In addition, the Policy has been amended to increase clarity and consistency throughout the Policy document.

FISCAL IMPACT: The amendments to the Policy will ensure discretionary funds are not expended when the City’s reserve balance has dropped below the City financial policy minimum. This will help alleviate financial strain during budget shortfalls.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: The Policy was adopted on June 5, 2023.

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Discretionary Funds Policy_Redline

3. Discretionary Funds Policy_Clean

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-XX

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER

APPROVING AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY COUNCIL DISCRETIONARY

FUNDS POLICY

WHEREAS, on June 5, 2023, the City of Hollister (“City”) Council adopted a City Council Discretionary Funds Policy (“Policy”), which allows City Councilmembers to allocate budgeted “discretionary funds” to community initiatives of the City Councilmember’s choosing; and

WHEREAS, the City Council would like to add additional restrictions to the use of discretionary funds to ensure discretionary funds are not used for political purposes and that the expenditure of discretionary funds does not exacerbate City budget shortfalls.

WHEREAS, the Policy has been amended to increase clarity and consistency throughout the Policy document.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council adds the following provisions to the City Council Discretionary Funds Policy as well as amends the Policy to increase clarity and consistency:

1. Discretionary funds may not be used six (6) months prior to a municipal election. (Policy 2.2 D.)

2. Discretionary funds may not be used if the City’s fund balance is below the minimum reserve amount established by the City’s adopted budget Fiscal and Budget Policies. (Policy 2.2 E.)

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PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, 2025, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAINED:

ABSENT:

Roxanne Stephens, Mayor

ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law

____
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk Mary F. Lerner, City Attorney

I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2025-XX is an original resolution, or true and correct copy of a City resolution, duly adopted by the Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 3, at which meeting a quorum was present.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of Hollister on March 3, 2025.

Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister

Exhibit A
City of Hollister
City Council Discretionary
Funds Policy

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS

June 2023March 2025

1. Scope and Purpose ........................................................................................................................... 2

2. Policy ............................................................................................................................................ 2

3. Allowable Uses ............................................................................................................................. 3

4. Demonstrating Public PurposeBenefit When Funding Local Community Based Organizations . 3

5. Unallowable Uses ......................................................................................................................... 3

6. Process ......................................................................................................................................... 4

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1. Scope and Purpose

1.1 Scope

This Administrative Policy Instruction (API) applies tosets forth the policies and procedures for the expenditure of City of Hollister (City) City Council members who make decisions on how to spend City Council’s Discretionary Funds (Ddiscretionary Ffunds). This policy shall be formally adopted by the City Council and any changes thereto shall also be adopted by the City Council.

1.2 Purpose

The City of Hollister recognizes thate City Council members are keenly aware of needs in the City or are made aware of needs by local organizations that provide community, environmental, and/or social services that benefit the City’s community and enhance the well -being of City its residents. To help fund these needs, the City annually budgets a discretionary amount annuallyDiscretionary Funds for each City Council member for the purpose of improving the quality of life offor Citythe residents. of the City of Hollister. The purpose of this policy API is to establish guidelines for City Council that provides Discretionary Fund policies and procedures structure tthat areis fair, accountable, and transparent.

2. Policy

2.1 Responsibilities

A. Finance Department: Administers and monitors compliance of this API e discretionary funds policy and processes payments of Ddiscretionary Ffunds.

B. City Manager’s Office Staff: Available to facilitate processing discretionary funds requests , completeing Ddiscretionary Ffunds request forms, provide access to City Council mMember’s available dDiscretionary Ffunds budget balance, prepare agenda reports for City Council approval, and other administrative support relating to Ddiscretionary Ffunds and complying with this discretionary funds policyAPI.

C. City Council (or designee): Approves Ddiscretionary Ffunds requests before Ddiscretionary Ffunds are spent or promised. An approval of the City Council approval means a majority vote of the City Council at a public City Council meeting.

2.2 General Provisions

A. City Council members are responsible for understanding and complying with this API discretionary funds policy and are expected to exercise good judgment with respect to how Ddiscretionary Ffunds are allocated and spentused.

B. It is the policy of the City of Hollister that no City Council member shall use Discretionary Fundsthe funds for their personal benefit.

C. Each City Council member will have a Ddiscretionary Ffunds budget set annually during the budget adoption and such budget shall be an equal amount for each City Council member. City Council members may not allocate and spend more thanexceed their Ddiscretionary Ffunds budget. The City Council may approve increases to a Ddiscretionary Ffunds budgets if funds are available. and with

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direction given to the City Manager.

D. UThe unspent budget for Ddiscretionary Ffunds remaining at the end of each the fiscal year will lapse and not roll forward to the following fiscal year.

E. Discretionary Funds may not be used six (6) months prior to a municipal election and not until the swearing in of any new council members as a result of the referenced municipal election .

D.F. Discretionary Funds may not be used if the City’s fund balance is below the minimum reserve amount established by the City’s adopted budget Fiscal and Budget Policies.

3. Allowable Uses

3.1 The City Council members may only use their Ddiscretionary Ffunds budget for: (1)on local infrastructure maintenance projects (e.g., i.e. street maintenance, sidewalks, tree trimming in public right of way, landscape maintenance, etc.); (2) and new improvements (e.g., new playground equipment, new park improvements, new park tables and benches, etc.); or (3) cCommunity based organizations that are located have an office in the City of Hollister.

3.2 The City Council member may useExpenditure of Discretionary Fundsthe funds for any purpose that ismust not be considered a gift of public funds as determined by the City Attorney. By law, all public funds, however awarded, must be used for a public purpose. In general, a public purpose is defined as an activity or service that is open and accessible to all members of the public regardless of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, etc., without restriction, and which does not promote a particular religion. It is therefore im perative for the organizations requesting funding through this program to clearly demonstrate the benefit that funded programs or services will have on the community of Hollister.

3.13.3 The expenditure of Discretionary FundsUses must benefit the residents of the City of Hollister and, when were possible, through the use of spend using local vendors located with in the Cityvendors.

3.21.1 Community based organizations that have an office in the City of Hollister.

3.31.1 By law, all public funds, however awarded, must be used for a public purpose. In general, a public purpose is defined as an activity or service that is open and accessible to all members of the public regardless of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, etc., without restriction, and which does not promote a particular religion. It is therefore imperative for the organizations requesting funding through this program to clearly demonstrate the benefit that funded programs or services will have on the community of Hollister.

4. Demonstrating Public Benefit Purpose When Funding Local Community Based Organizations

4.1 Circumstances under which it is appropriate for the City to grant public fundsDiscretionary Funds include the following:

A. When an organization provides a service that complements or enhances a service that the City also provides.

B. When there is an identifiable secondary, or indirect, benefit to the City .

C. When the organization provides a service the City could provide, but chooses not to.

5. Unallowable Uses

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5.1 Discretionary Ffunds may not be used for City Council member City- related travel. of the City Council member. As separate budget line-item for each City Council member is allocated separately. Any increases to a City Council member’s travel budget needs City Council approval.

5.2 Discretionary Ffunds may not be used in any way that would constitute for a gift of public funds as determined by the City Attorney.

5.3 Discretionary Ffunds may not be used for any of the following activities:

A. Student scholarships. to high-school or college students B. The payment of outstanding debts.

C. The purchase of alcoholic beverages.

D. Entertainment expenses.

E. To Ssupport political activities (including, but not limited to, lobbying, campaigns, or endorsements) and/or private interests.

F. To make Ppermanent improvements to any non – City owned structure or property if the improvement will so that it becomes an integral part of the structure or real propertyproperty and removal of the improvement would harm the structure or property. its removal would do harm to the building or land, including those improvements that are bolted, nailed, screwed or wired into the wall, ceiling or floor
Formatted: List Paragraph, Outline numbered + Level:
3 + Numbering Style: A, B, C, … + Start at: 1 +
Alignment: Left + Aligned at: 0.18" + Indent at: 0.41", Tab stops: 0.31", Left

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6. Process

6.1 Planning for the Use of Discretionary Funds Uses

At the beginning of theach fiscal year, each City Council member should make a list of known needs that they will consider for funding.uses of Discretionary Funds. The list should identify the amount, project or use name, and at which at City Council meeting date they would like to consider approval. at.

The list should be given to the City Manager to facilitate workingwho will work with the City Council member in advance of the identified City Council meeting. The lists shall be and updated as needed throughout the year and as a coordination tool. However, Discretionary Funds uses may be identifiedneeds can be brought forward at any time during the year.

6.2 Discretionary Funds Request Form
A. The DCity’s discretionary Ffunds request form will describe how the funds will be used and how the use will benefit the cCommunity.

B. The discretionaryDiscretionary Ffunds request form will include a line itemline-item budget and also identify the parties to be paid including name, add ress, and federal tax identification numbers for business where to whom more than $600 will be paidspent.

6.3 City Council Approval

At least twenty (20) working days prior to the City Council meeting to approve the discretionary funding use, Tthe Ddiscretionary Ffund request form should must be completed by the requesting City Council member and submitted to the City Manager to agendize the request for City Council approval at least twenty (20) working days prior to the City Council meeting to approve the use of Discretionary Funds .

6.4 Direct Payment or Reimbursement Basis

Depending on the type of use, Discretionary fFunds will be paid directly to vendors or released on a reimbursement basis. Discretionary FFunds will be paid directly to vendors doing the work as the work is completed;, to vendors providing the materials, goods and supplies when received; or to local organizations providing the services as the services are rendered. For certain uses, Discretionary fFunds will be distributed on a reimbursement basis. Payments will require invoices or other supporting documentation that support the expenditures.

Exhibit A
City of Hollister
City Council Discretionary
Funds Policy

SUMMARY OF CONTENTS

March 2025

1. Scope and Purpose ........................................................................................................................... 2

2. Policy ............................................................................................................................................ 2

3. Allowable Uses ............................................................................................................................. 3

4. Demonstrating Public Purpose When Funding Local Community Based Organizations ............ 3

5. Unallowable Uses ......................................................................................................................... 3

6. Process ......................................................................................................................................... 4

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1. Scope and Purpose

1.1 Scope

This Administrative Policy Instruction (API) sets forth the policies and procedures for the expenditure of City of Hollister (City) Council Discretionary Funds (Discretionary Funds). This policy shall be formally adopted by the City Council and any changes thereto shall also be adopted by the City Council.

1.2 Purpose

The City recognizes that City Council members are keenly aware of needs in the City or are made aware of needs by local organizations that provide community, environmental, and/or social services that benefit the City’s community and enhance the well-being of City residents. To help fund these needs, the City annually budgets Discretionary Funds for each City Council member for the purpose of improving the quality of life of City residents. The purpose of this API is to provide Discretionary Fund policies and procedures that are fair, accountable, and transparent.

2. Policy

2.1 Responsibilities

A. Finance Department: Administers and monitors compliance of this API and processes payments of Discretionary Funds.

B. City Manager’s Office Staff: Available to facilitate processing discretionary funds requests , complete Discretionary Funds request forms, provide access to City Council members’ available Discretionary Funds budget balance, prepare agenda reports for City Council approval, and other administrative support relating to Discretionary Funds and complying with this API.

C. City Council: Approves Discretionary Funds requests before Discretionary Funds are spent or promised. City Council approval means a majority vote of the City Council at a public City Council meeting.

2.2 General Provisions

A. City Council members are responsible for understanding and complying with this API and are expected to exercise good judgment with respect to how Discretionary Funds are allocated and spent.

B. It is the policy of the City that no City Council member shall use Discretionary Funds for their personal benefit.

C. Each City Council member will have a Discretionary Funds budget set annually during budget adoption and such budget shall be an equal amount for each City Council member. City Council members may not allocate and spend more than their Discretionary Funds budget. The City Council may approve increases to a Discretionary Funds budget if funds are available.

D. Unspent Discretionary Funds remaining at the end of each fiscal year will lapse and not roll forward to the following fiscal year.

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E. Discretionary Funds may not be used six (6) months prior to a municipal election and not until the swearing in of any new council members as a result of the referenced municipal election .

F. Discretionary Funds may not be used if the City’s fund balance is below the minimum reserve amount established by the City’s adopted budget Fiscal and Budget Policies.

3. Allowable Uses

3.1 City Council members may only use their Discretionary Funds budget for: (1) local infrastructure maintenance projects (e.g., street maintenance, sidewalks, tree trimming in public right of way, landscape maintenance, etc.); (2) new improvements (e.g., new playground equipment, new park improvements, new park tables and benches, etc.); or (3) community based organizations that are located in the City.

3.2 Expenditure of Discretionary Funds must not be considered a gift of public funds as determined by the City Attorney. By law, all public funds, however awarded, must be used for a public purpose. In general, a public purpose is defined as an activity or service that is open and accessible to all members of the public regardless of race, creed, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, etc., without restriction, and which does not promote a particular religion. It is therefore imperative for the organizations requesting funding through this program to clearly demonstrate the benefit that funded programs or services will have on the community of Hollister.

3.3 The expenditure of Discretionary Funds must benefit the residents of the City and, when possible, through the use of vendors located within the City.

4. Demonstrating Public Purpose When Funding Local Community Based Organizations

4.1 Circumstances under which it is appropriate for the City to grant Discretionary Funds include the following:

A. When an organization provides a service that complements or enhances a service that the City also provides.

B. When there is an identifiable secondary, or indirect, benefit to the City.

C. When the organization provides a service the City could provide, but chooses not to.

5. Unallowable Uses

5.1 Discretionary Funds may not be used for City Council member City-related travel..

5.2 Discretionary Funds may not be used in any way that would constitute a gift of public funds as determined by the City Attorney.

5.3 Discretionary Funds may not be used for any of the following activities:

A. Student scholarships.

B. The payment of outstanding debts.

C. The purchase of alcoholic beverages.

D. Entertainment expenses.

E. To support political activities (including, but not limited to, lobbying, campaigns, or endorsements) and/or private interests.

F. To make permanent improvements to any non-City owned structure or property if the improvement will become an integral part of the structure or property and removal of the improvement would harm

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the structure or property.

6. Process

6.1 Planning for the Use of Discretionary Funds

At the beginning of each fiscal year, each City Council member should make a list of known uses of Discretionary Funds. The list should identify the amount, project or use name, and at which City Council meeting they would like to consider approval. The list should be given to the City Manager, who will work with the City Council member in advance of the identified City Council meeting. The lists shall be updated as needed throughout the year and Discretionary Funds uses may be identified at any time during the year.

6.2 Discretionary Funds Request Form
A. The Discretionary Funds request form will describe how the funds will be used and how the use will benefit the community.

B. The Discretionary Funds request form will include a line-item budget and also identify the parties to be paid including name, address, and federal tax identification numbers for business to whom more than six hundred dollars ($600) will be paid.

6.3 City Council Approval

The Discretionary Fund request form must be completed by the requesting City Council member and submitted to the City Manager to agendize the request for City Council approval at least twenty (20) working days prior to the City Council meeting to approve the use of Discretionary Funds

6.4 Direct Payment or Reimbursement Basis

Depending on the type of use, Discretionary Funds will be paid directly to vendors or released on a reimbursement basis. Discretionary Funds will be paid directly to vendors doing the work as the work is completed; to vendors providing the materials, goods, and supplies when received; or to local organizations providing the services as the services are rendered . For certain uses, Discretionary Funds will be distributed on a reimbursement basis. Payments will require invoices or other supporting documentation that support the expenditures.

STAFF REPORT

HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 3, 2025
REPORT # City Manager-2025-09

AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A VOTING DELEGATE AND UP

TO TWO ALTERNATES FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES GENERAL

ASSEMBLY

DEPARTMENT: City Manager
DEPARTMENT HEAD: David Mirrione, City Manager
STAFF CONTACT: David Mirrione, City Manager

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Adopt a resolutions designating a voting delegate and up to two (2) alternate voting delegates for the League of California Cities Annual General Assembly

DISCUSSION: The League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo is scheduled for October 8-10, 2025, in Long Beach. Taking place on Oct. 10, the General Assembly is comprised of voting delegates appointed by each member city; every city has one voting delegate.

The appointed voting delegate plays an important role during the General Assembly by representing the city and voting on resolutions. To cast a vote during the General Assembly, the city must designate a voting delegate and up to two alternate voting delegates, one of whom may vote if the designated voting delegate is unable to serve in that capacity. Voting delegates may either be an elected or appointed official.

FISCAL IMPACT: The voting delegate is required to attend the League of California Cities Annual Conference. The conference rates for the 2025 session have not yet been announced.

PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: N/A

CEQA: N/A

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution