CITY OF HOLLISTER
CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING
Tuesday, September 8, 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
As of January 1, 2023, the Levine Act (Government Code Section 84308) applies to City Council proceedings involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 84308, no Council Member shall accept, solicit, or direct a contribution of more than $500 from any party or their agent, or from any participant or their agent, while a proceeding involving a license, permit, or other entitlement for use is pending before the City or for 12 months after a final decision is rendered in that proceeding. Any Council Member who has received a contribution of more than $500 within the preceding 12 months from a party or their agent, or from a participant or their agent, shall disclose that fact on the record of the proceeding and shall not make, participate in making, or in any way attempt to use their official position to influence the decision.
Pursuant to Government Code Section 84308(d), any party to a covered proceeding before the Council is required, and any participant to such a proceeding is strongly urged, to disclose on the record of the proceeding any contribution, including aggregated contributions, of more than $500 made within the preceding 12 months by them or their agent to any Council Member. The disclosure must include the name of the party or participant and any other person making the contribution, if any; the name of the recipient; the amount of the contribution; and the date the contribution was made.
The disclosure shall occur in the manner required under Government Code Section 84308 and any applicable state or local regulations, opinions, or policies. No party or their agent, and no participant or their agent, shall make a contribution of more than $500 to any Council Member during the proceeding or for 12 months after a final decision is rendered in that proceeding.
The foregoing statements do not constitute legal advice, and parties and participants are urged to consult with their own legal counsel regarding the requirements of the law.
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.
The public may watch the meeting via live stream at:
City of Hollister Website
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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 City of Hollister City Council Meeting
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 CHILDHOOD CANCER AWARENESS MONTH PROCLAMATION
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 AUGUST 17, 2026 REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
7.2 WARRANT REGISTER AUGUST 17, 2026
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Ratify and approve the Warrant Registers for the General-Special-Enterprise- Assessment Funds attached.
7.3 A RESOLUTION AMENDING THE CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution amending the City of Hollister’s Conflict of Interest Code and rescind Resolution No. 2024-87
7.4 APPROVAL OF LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR ASSEMBLY BILL 1761 (ROGERS)
REGARDING POWER CHARGE INDIFFERENCE ADJUSTMENT TRANSPARENCY COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Approve a letter of support for Assembly Bill 1761 (Rogers) and authorize its submission to Governor Gavin Newsom.
7.5 A RESOLUTION DECLARING CERTAIN IDENTIFIED VEHICLES AND
EQUIPMENT AS SURPLUS AND AUTHORIZING THE DISPOSAL OF SAID
SURPLUS THROUGH AN ALREADY AUTHORIZED MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH ONLINE AUCTION COMPANY GOVDEALS INC.
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COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution declaring the equipment and vehicles listed in Exhibit [A] as surplus, and that such declared surplus be disposed of through online auction by GovDeals Inc.
7.6 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE MAYOR TO EXECUTE A LICENSE
AGREEMENT WITH PACIFIC GAS AND ELECTRIC COMPANY FOR THE USE OF THE HOLLISTER COMMUNITY CENTER AT 300 WEST STREET DURING A
PUBLIC SAFETY SHUTOFF EVENT
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the Mayor to execute a license agreement with Pacific Gas and Electric Company for the use of the Hollister Community Center at 300 West Street during a Public Safety Shutoff Event.
7.7 APPROVE A LEGAL SERVICE AGREEMENT (CONTINGENCY FEE RETAINER)
LLC D/B/A NAPOLI SHKOLNIK PLLC AND VENTURA & RIBEIRO, PLLC D/B/A
VENTURA LAW TO INVESTIGATE AND PROSECUTE ANTITRUST CLAIMS
RELATED TO FIRE TRUCK PROCUREMENT
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Approve a legal service agreement (contingency fee retainer) with NSPR Law Services LLC d/b/a Napoli Shkolnik PLLC and Ventura & Ribeiro, PLLC d/b/a Ventura Law (together, “Law Firm”) to investigate and, if warranted, prosecute claims against fire truck manufacturers, trade associations, and their executives arising from alleged price-fixing and other anticompetitive conduct affecting the City’s purchase of fire apparatus.
7.8 A RESOLUTION APPROVING THE ANNEXATION OF THE MIGUEL MINOR SUBDIVISION INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #4 ANNEXATION NO. 66 (PUBLIC FACILITIES SERVICES)
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution approving the annexation of the Miguel Minor Subdivision into CFD#4.
7.9 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF HOLLISTER
APPROVING THE PROPOSED BOUNDARY OF THE MIGUEL MINOR
SUBDIVISION FOR THE ANNEXATION OF TERRITORY INTO COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT #5 ANNEXATION NO. 29 (POLICE AND FIRE SERVICES) COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution approving the annexation of the Miguel Minor Subdivision into CFD#5.
7.10 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE IMPROVEMENTS IN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-
WAY AND OTHER AREAS DESIGNATED FOR PUBLIC USE WITHIN THE PROJECT ALMOND/CLEARIST PARK SUBDIVISION, TRACT NO. 359,
ACCEPTING THE OFFERS OF DEDICATION SHOWN IN THE FINAL MAP COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution accepting the improvements in the public right-of-way and other areas designated for public use within the Project Almond/Clearist Park Subdivision, Tract No. 359, accepting the offers of dedication shown in the Final Map for, or separately recorded against, the property, as required by the Subdivision Improvement Agreement.
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7.11 A RESOLUTION ACCEPTING THE PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND APPROVING REDUCTION IN PERFORMANCE BOND FOR WEST OF FAIRVIEW PHASE 2
SUBDIVISION
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution accepting the Public Improvements for the West of Fairview Phase 2 Subdivision as constructed in accordance with the approved plans, specifications, and applicable City standards. It is further recommended that the City Council approve the corresponding reduction of the improvement bond securing the Public Improvements, consistent with the value of the improvements completed and accepted by the City.
7.12 A RESOLUTION GRANTING ACCEPTANCE OF PUBLIC IMPROVEMENTS AND
APPROVING REDUCTION IN PERFORMANCE BOND FOR THE ASPEN PARK
SUBDIVISION
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution accepting the Public Improvements for the Aspen Park Subdivision as constructed in accordance with the approved plans, specifications, and applicable City standards. It is further recommended that the City Council approve the corresponding reduction of the improvement bond securing the Public Improvements, consistent with the value of the improvements completed and accepted by the City.
7.13 A RESOLUTION APPROVING A $50,000 CONTRACT AMENDMENT WITH
GRANITE ROCK COMPANY FOR THE WEST GATEWAY ROUNDABOUT
PROJECT (CIP C1816)
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution approving a $50,000 contract amendment with Granite Rock Company for additional work required to repair unforeseen third-party damage to City improvements and authorize the City Manager to execute the necessary contract documents.
8.PUBLIC HEARINGS
8.1 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY OF HOLLISTER’S CONTINUED
PARTICIPATION IN THE STATEWIDE COMMUNITY INFRASTRUCTURE
PROGRAM (SCIP)
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Conduct a public hearing, adopt a Resolution authorizing the City of Hollister’s continued participation in the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program (SCIP), and authorize the City Manager to execute documents and take actions necessary to implement the City’s continued participation in SCIP, consistent with the adopted resolution and applicable law.
8.2 CONTINUED PUBLIC HEARING AND CONSIDERATION OF RESOLUTIONS
APPROVING THE INITIATION OF GENERAL PLAN AMENDMENT AND PREZONE
FOR THREE PROJECT SITES
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Hold a continued public hearing and:
1. Adopt a resolution approving the initiation of General Plan Amendment 2026-1 and Prezone 2026-1 for a 1.9-acre parcel located at the northwest corner of Fairview Road and HWY 25 (APN 020-330-003); and
2. Adopt a resolution approving the initiation of Prezone 2026-2 for the 12.9-acre City of Hollister City Council Meeting
parcel located in the unincorporated area of the County of San Benito, Northwest of Wright Road and San Felipe Road and the initiation of General Plan Amendment 2026-2 to amend the Land Use Plan Map of the City of Hollister General Plan to include to annex the parcel into the City (APN 019-090-025; and
3. Adopt a resolution approving the initiation of General Plan Amendment 2026-3 and Prezone 2026-3 for a 40.03-acre parcel located between Highway 25 and the City of Hollister Municipal Airport (APN 014-090-053, 014-090-016, and 014-090-058).
8.3 A RESOLUTION VACATING THE RIGHT-OF-WAY OF A PORTION OF NASH
ROAD BETWEEN WEST STREET AND MONTEREY STREET
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution vacating the right-of-way of a portion of Nash Road and approve the sale of the right-of-way to the San Benito High School District.
9.COUNCIL BUSINESS
9.1 DISCUSSION REGARDING ANIMAL SERVICES OPERATIONS, POLICE
OVERSIGHT, AND PUBLIC PERCEPTION
Discuss animal services operations in the City of Hollister and, if needed, provide direction to staff.
9.2 A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER, OR THEIR DESIGNEE, TO
APPLY FOR AND EXECUTE A FINANCIAL ASSISTANCE AGREEMENT WITH THE
STATE WATER RESOURCES CONTROL BOARD FOR THE VALENZUELA
WATER SERVICE UPGRADE PROJECT
COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution designating the City Manager, or their designee, as the City’s Authorized Representative for the Valenzuela Water Service Upgrade Project, and authorize them to apply for and execute a financial assistance agreement with the State Water Resources Control Board for the Project.
9.3 A RESOLUTION DESIGNATING A VOTING DELEGATE AND UP TO TWO
ALTERNATE VOTING DELEGATES FOR THE LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES
GENERAL ASSEMBLY AND AUTHORIZING TRAVEL FOR THE DELEGATES COUNCIL NEXT STEPS:
Adopt a resolution designating a voting delegate and up to two (2) alternate voting delegates for the League of California Cities Annual General Assembly and authorizing travel for the chosen delegates.
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.
10.3 CITY MANAGER REPORT
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1.PRA REPORT-JULY
11.CLOSED SESSION
11.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- ANTICIPATED LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9
Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (4) of subdivision (d) of 54956.9 of the Government Code (Deciding Whether to Initiate Litigation): Three Cases
11.2 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: City Manager Ana Cortez, HR Director Noel Mink and City Attorney Jennifer Thompson
Hollister Firefighters Union (HFFU)
11.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Closed Session Pursuant to section 54956.9(d)(1) of the Government Code Name of Case: Sywak v. City of Hollister
Superior Court Case No. CU-25-00167
11.4 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54954.5(e)
12.ADJOURNMENT
13.VERIFICATION OF AGENDA POSTING
The agenda for the City Council of the City of Hollister Regular meeting of September 8, 2026, was posted on the bulletin board at City Hall on Thursday, September 3, 2026 per Government Code Section 54954.2.
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