CITY OF HOLLISTER
CITY COUNCIL REVISED AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Monday, March 2, 2026, 6:30 p.m.
City Council Chamber, City Hall
375 Fifth Street, Hollister, CA 95023
Roxanne Stephens, Mayor Ana Cortez, City Manager Rudy Picha, Council Member, District 1 Jennifer P. Thompson, 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
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1.CALL TO ORDER
2.ROLL CALL
3.PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
4.PUBLIC INPUT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
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5.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.
5.1 APPROVE FEBRUARY 17, 2026 MEETING MINUTES
5.2 WARRANT REGISTER MARCH 2, 2026
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special-Enterprise- Assessment Funds attached.
5.3 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MELTON DESIGN GROUP, INC
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution approving an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Melton Design Group, Inc., to extend the term of the Agreement for one (1) additional year, such that the Agreement shall expire on June 30, 2028.
6.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.
6.1 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Receive oral reports from members regarding the activities of various Ad Hoc and Standing City Council Committees.
6.2 COUNCIL REPORTS
Receive informational reports from the City Council
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1.CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
6.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT
1.UPDATED CITY COUNCIL PROJECTS
7.CLOSED SESSION
7.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: City Manager Ana Cortez Employee Organizations: Service Employees International Union (SEIU), Local 521, Hollister Firefighters Union (HFFU) , Hollister Peace Officer Association (HPOA), and un-represented employees.
*7.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code (Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation): 1 case
8.ADJOURNMENT
9.VERIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
The agenda for the City Council of the City of Hollister regular meeting of March 2, 2026 was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall on February 25, 2026 per Government Code Section 54954.2.
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1 City Council of the City of Hollister
Minutes of the Regular Meeting
February 17, 2026, 6:30 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 6:30 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL
Councilmember Resendiz participated remotely.
Councilmember de Anda participated remotely under Just Cause Section 54953.8.3 (c)(2).
3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Picha led the Pledge of Allegiance.
4. PUBLIC INPUT FOR ITEMS NOT ON THE AGENDA
Mia Casey spoke regarding actions by the previous City Council related to the City's sewer plant to ensure maintenance of the equipment, addressing sludge, and funding of the sewer fund through impact fees.
Neil requested additional information regarding permit requirements and requested the City Manager review the contract and work of 4LEAF.
Chris Peto spoke regarding the project at the southwest corner of Rajkovich Way and 4th Street asking that it be allowed to move forward prior to completion of the General Plan Update.
5. CONSENT ITEMS
Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 6:42 p.m.
2 There were no speakers for the consent agenda items.
Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 6:42 p.m.
Moved by: Council Member Morales
Seconded by: Council Member Picha
The consent calendar items are approved as prese nted.
Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda
Carried via roll call vote (5 to 0)
5.1 APPROVE FEBRUARY 2, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
5.2 APPROVE FEBRUARY 9, 2026 SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES
5.3 WARRANT REGISTER FEBRUARY 17, 2026
Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special- Enterprise-Assessments funds attached.
5.4 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A GRANT DEED MEMORIALIZING
OWNERSHIP OF A PORTION OF LAND FORMERLY KNOWN AS
“WELLER ALLEY”
Adopt a resolution approving a grant deed memorializing ownership of a portion of land formerly known as “Weller Alley.”
5.5 A RESOLUTION RENEWING A REGULATORY PERMIT FOR
HOLLISTER HOLISTICS TO OPERATE A CANNABIS CULTIVATION
FACILITY
Adopt a resolution approving the renewal of a cannabis regulatory permit enabling Hollister Holistics to maintain operations of a cannabis cultivation facility at 1802 Shelton Drive for the 2026/2027 period.
5.6 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A SUPPLEMENTAL FUND
APPROPRIATION FOR CIP C2506 VALLEY VIEW PARK WATER
FEATURE IMPROVEMENTS, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY
MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT AMENDMENT #1 TO THE
GENERAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH KNORR SYSTEMS
INTERNATIONAL
Adopt a resolution approving:
1. A supplemental appropriation of $30,100 to Fund 712 for the execution and payment of Contract Amendment #1 between the City of Hollister and Knorr Systems International; and
2. Contract Amendment #1 to the General Services Agreement with Knor r Systems International to provide additional services necessary for completion of CIP C2506.
3 5.7 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIVE-YEAR SERVICE AGREEMENT WITH APGN INC. FOR MAINTENANCE OF AERATION EQUIPMENT
AT THE DOMESTIC WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a five-year contract, and any related documents or financial obligations, with APGN Inc. for the maintenance and servicing of aeration equipment at the Domestic Wastewater Treatment Plant.
5.8 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF TWO (2) 30HP CHOPPER PUMPS
Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a Task Authorization with Veolia Water West Operating Services, Inc. for the purchase and installation of (2) 30hp Chopper Pu mps
6. PUBLIC HEARINGS
6.1 WATER RATE STUDY PUBLIC HEARING AND ADJUSTMENTS TO
WATER RATES
City Manager Ana Cortez provided the staff presentation outlining the reasons for the proposed rate increase and proposing a 10.3% bridge rate increase based on inflation rather than the 83% rate proposed at the January 20, 2026 Proposition 218 public hearing. City Manager Cortez suggested a redesign of the City's utility bill to provide additional information to rate payers and further analysis of City costs involved in development of the City's water rates.
Following a vote by Council, Mayor Stephens reopened the January 20, 2026 public hearing at 7:21 p.m.
Stephanie Castro expressed concern regarding hexavalent chromium in the City's drinking water, the odor from the sewer plant, and comparing utility rates to Morgan Hill and Gilroy.
Neil commented on the use of tiered rates for water rates, suggested comparing water bills with Sunnyslope Water, and commented on the need for backup wells.
Mayor Stephens closed the public hearing at 7:28 p.m.
Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Morales
Reopen the Proposition 218 public hearing of January 20, 2026.
Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried via roll call vote (5 to 0)
4 Moved by: Council Member Resendiz
Seconded by: Council Member Picha
Adopt a resolution approving water rate adjustment of a 30% increase through the end of calendar year 2026 and including a 25% exception for rate payers that qualify for the Pacific Gas and Electric CARE (California Alternate Rates for Energy) Program.
Ayes (5): Mayor Stephens, Council Member Picha, Council Member Resendiz, Council Member Morales, and Council Member de Anda Carried via roll call vote (5 to 0)
7. COUNCIL BUSINESS
7.1 WEST GATEWAY IMPROVEMENT PROJECT – CDBG CONTRACT
NO. 21-CDBG-NH-20012 GRANT CLOSURE REPORT
Public Works Director Javier Hernandez and City consultant Beth Dodd provided the staff report.
Councilmember Resendiz suggested inclusion of an additional pedestrian safety measure of flashing lights at the pedestrian crossing at Fourth Street and San Juan Road.
Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 7:51 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 7:51 p.m.
7.2 DISCUSSION ON WHETHER TO BRING BACK AN ORDINANCE
AMENDING SECTION 02.04.050 (MEETINGS- TIME AND PLACE) OF CHAPTER 02.04 (CITY COUNCIL) OF TITLE 2 (ADMINISTRATION AND
PERSONNEL) OF THE HOLLISTER MUNICIPAL CODE
City Manager Cortez provided the staff report.
Mayor Stephens opened public comment at 7:54 p.m.
There were no speakers for this item.
Mayor Stephens closed public comment at 7:54 p.m.
Moved by: Council Member Morales
Direct staff to bring back an ordinance amending the Hollister Municipal Code regarding the time and place of City Council meetings.
Motion fails for lack of a second
8. INFORMATIONAL REPORTS
5 8.1 COMMITTEE ASSIGNMENTS
Councilmember Picha reported the Draft EIR for the 2050 Public Transportation Program is open for public comments.
Mayor Stephens reported the Fire Protection Advisory Committee met and changed the regular meeting times to 4:00 p.m. and discussed the fire district feasibility report.
8.2 COUNCIL REPORTS
Mayor Stephens thanked Hollister Police and Fire Department staff who participated with her at a recent school career fair.
1. CITY COUNCIL REQUESTS FOR FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
8.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager Cortez provided various updates and reports, including approval of the City's Sixth Cycle Housing Element by the state; changes to the Community Development Department in response to recent concerns raised by the public; the continued safety of Hollister drinking water; the Little Tree Montessori School; measures to address complaints at the KB Homes construction site; a letter received from the San Benito Valley Water District related to recycled water; continued efforts related to Amazon Community Partnership; and measures already implemented and in process to address the odor from the sewer plant and prevent future problems.
1. UPDATED CITY COUNCIL PROJECTS
9. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Stephens adjourned the meeting at 8:32 p.m.
Jennifer Woodworth, City Clerk
STAFF REPORT
HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 2, 2026
REPORT # Finance-2026-13
AGENDA ITEM: WARRANT REGISTER MARCH 2, 2026
DEPARTMENT: Adminstrative Services
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Grizelle Gonzalez, Management Analyst
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS: Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General- Special-Enterprise-Assessment Funds attached.
FISCAL IMPACT: 25/26
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Expense Approval Register AP 1-30-26
2. Expense Approval Register AP 2-6-26
3. Expense Approval Register PYR 2-11-26
4. Expense Approval Register DP 2-13-26
5. Expense Approval Register DP 2-13-26-2
STAFF REPORT
HOLLISTER CITY COUNCIL
MEETING DATE: March 2, 2026
REPORT # Parks & Recreation-2026-03
AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE
PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MELTON DESIGN GROUP, INC
DEPARTMENT: Parks & Recreation
DEPARTMENT HEAD: Charles Wall, Parks and Recreation Director STAFF CONTACT: Charles Wall, Parks and Recreation Director
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS: Adopt a resolution approving an amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Melton Design Group, Inc., to extend the term of the Agreement for one (1) additional year, such that the Agreement shall expire on June 30, 2028.
DISCUSSION:
Amendments:
1. This Amendment is added to the Agreement.
2. Section 4.3, “Reimbursable Expenses,” is deleted in its entirety.
3. Section 4.3 is added to read as follows:
Contractor shall not be reimbursed directly for any of its expenses, as the fees to be paid under this Agreement include compensation for any and all of Contractor’s expenses.
4. Section 19.1 “Time for Completion,” is amended to read as follows:
Time is of the essence of this Agreement. The Architect shall timely complete its Basic and Additional Services as expeditiously as possible and according to the schedule set forth in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein. The term of the Agreement shall expire on June 30, 2028.
5. Except as herein amended, the Agreement dated February 5, 2024, and all previous amendments shall remain in full force and effect.
FISCAL IMPACT: The Architect’s total compensation under the Agreement remains not- to-exceed $435,930.00. The proposed amendment does not increase or otherwise modify the previously approved contract maximum. No additional appropriation is required as a result of this amendment.
PREVIOUS COUNCIL OR COMMISSION ACTION: A resolution of the City of Hollister approving the contractual agreement with Melton Design for architectural and engineering services for the City of Hollister Prop 68 Dunne Park Clubhouse
Renovation Project and Construction of the Fire Station #2 New Park was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on February 5, 2024.
CEQA: N/A
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution approving the first amendment
2. First Amendment to Melton Design Group, Inc. Agreement
3. Amended Exhibit B- Service Areas and Menton Design Group, Inc.
4. Menton Design Group, Inc. Agreement
RESOLUTION NO. 2026-XX
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER
AMENDING THE PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH
MELTON DESIGN GROUP, INC
WHEREAS, City and Contractor have previously entered into an Agreement for Architectural and Engineering services (“Agreement”) dated February 5, 2024; and
WHEREAS, City and Contractor desire to amend said Agreement to extend the term, update the scope of services, and revise compensation; and
WHEREAS, a revised Exhibit B will be attached to and incorporated into the Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Parties hereto, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter recited, agree as follows:
1. This Amendment is added to the Agreement.
2. Section 4.3, “Reimbursable Expenses,” is deleted in its entirety.
3. Section 4.3 is added to read as follows:
Contractor shall not be reimbursed directly for any of its expenses, as the fees to be paid under this Agreement include compensation for any and all of Contractor’s expenses.
4. Section 19.1 “Time for Completion,” is amended to read as follows:
Time is of the essence of this Agreement. The Architect shall timely complete its Basic and Additional Services as expeditiously as possible and according to the schedule set forth in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein. The term of the Agreement shall expire on June 30, 2028.
5. Except as herein amended, the Agreement dated February 5, 2024, and all previous amendments shall remain in full force and effect.
Resolution No. 2026-XX
PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Hollister at a regular meeting held on March 02, 2026, 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 Jennifer Thompson, City Attorney
I, Jennifer Woodworth, MMC, City Clerk of the City of Hollister, do hereby certify that the attached Resolution No. 2026-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 02, 2026, 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 02, 2026.
Jennifer Woodworth, MMC
City Clerk of the City of Hollister
1 FIRST AMENDMENT TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH MELTON DESIGN GROUP, INC.
THIS AMENDMENT TO AGREEMENT is made and entered into this Second day of March 2026, by and between the City of Hollister, California, a municipal corporation (“City”), and Melton Design Group, Inc. (“Contractor”).
WHEREAS, City and Contractor have previously entered into an Agreement for Architectural and Engineering services (“Agreement”) dated February 5, 2024; and
WHEREAS, City and Contractor desire to amend said Agreement to extend the term, update the scope of services, and revise compensation; and
WHEREAS, a revised Exhibit B will be attached to and incorporated into the Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereto, in consideration of the mutual covenants hereinafter recited, agree as follows:
1. This Amendment is added to the Agreement.
2. Section 4.3, “Reimbursable Expenses,” is deleted in its entirety.
3. Section 4.3 is added to read as follows:
Contractor shall not be reimbursed directly for any of its expenses, as the fees to be paid under this Agreement include compensation for any and all of Contractor’s expenses.
4. Section 19.1 “Time for Completion,” is amended to read as follows:
Time is of the essence of this Agreement. The Architect shall timely complete its Basic and Additional Services as expeditiously as possible and according to the schedule set forth in Exhibit B, attached hereto and incorporated herein. The term of the Agreement shall expire on June 30, 2028.
5. Except as herein amended, the Agreement dated February 5, 2024, and all previous amendments shall remain in full force and effect.
2 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Amendment to Agreement to be executed on the date first above written.
CITY OF HOLLISTER
BY:
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
BY:
Jennifer Thompson, City Attorney
MELTON DESIGN GROUP, INC.
BY:
(Signature)
(Typed Name)
Schematic Design 1/21/2024 3/17/2024 56
Architect's Design & Cost
Estimate Review
3/14/2025 4/27/2024 44
Design Development 4/29/2024 6/12/2024 56
Architect's Design & Estimate
Review & Reconciliation
6/20/2024 7/31/2026 34
Construction Documents 7/8/2024 9/4/2026 154
Architect Design &
CITY’s Cost
Consultant Estimate
Review &
Reconciliation @ 95%
CD
10/14/2024
11/11/1025
393
Architect Completes
100% CD
& Attain
Agency/Utility/AHJ
Approvals
11/12/2025
08/12/2026
639
Construction Bids & Award 08/13/2026 11/14/2026 92
Notice to Proceed 12/14/2026 - -
Construction 01/01/2027 6/30/2028 548
Occupancy/Operational 7/7/2028 -