ITEM 4. 7
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
DECEMBER 8, 2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
ITEM:
RECOMMENDATION:
APPROVE THE NAMING OF CITY PARK
Adopt a Resolution to Approve of Naming the
Basin Neighborhood Park as Sonny Dhaliwal
Park
SUMMARY:
The City of Lathrop has historically recognized individuals who have made substantial contributions to the growth, identity, and well- being of the community. Basin Neighborhood Park, which is currently a public park without a formal name, has been identified to be formally named and recognized as Sonny Dhaliwal Park. Staff request that the City Council adopt a resolution to naming the Basin Neighborhood Park, Sonny Dhaliwal Park.
BACKGROUND:
During his longstanding public service, Sonny Dhaliwal led the City through a period of significant development, strengthened community and regional partnerships, and supported initiatives that advanced the quality of life for Lathrop residents. Most notably, he oversaw the successful formation and launch of the Lathrop Police Department, which increased local control, enhanced public safety services, and expanded community policing. Under his leadership, the City also experienced positive economic growth, major residential and commercial expansion, and improved municipal services.
Basin Neighborhood Park, located at the northeast corner of Woodfield Drive and Lathrop Road, is currently a public park without a formal name. Naming the park in honor of Sonny Dhaliwal would formally recognize his long and impactful service to the City of Lathrop and provide a lasting acknowledgement of his contributions.
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a resolution to approve of naming the Basin Neighborhood Park as Sonny Dhaliwal Park.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The fiscal impact of naming the Basin Neighborhood Park as Sonny Dhaliwal Park is 10,50, which includes a park sign, park monument plaque, and a grand opening celebration and ribbon cutting. Sufficient funds have been allocated in the Fiscal Year 2025-6
500 1010- 5- 80- 430- 26- 00).
budget ($ 8, 650 1010- 5- 80- 420- 75- 00, $1, 000 1010- 30-2- 430- 20- 00,
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
DECEMBER 8, 2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
NAMING OF CITY PARK
ATTACHMENTS:
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A. A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Lathrop to Approve of Naming the Basin Neighborhood Park as Sonny Dhaliwal Park.
B. Park Location Map
CITY MANAGER' S REPORT
DECEMBER 8, 2025 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING
NAMING OF CITY PARK
APPROVALS:
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Todd Sebastian Date
Director of Parks and Recreation
Cari Jame
Director o ' nance
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Thomas Hedegard Date
Deputy City Manager
Michael King Date
Assistant City Manager
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Salvador Navarrete Date
City Attorney
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Stephen J. Salvatore Date
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 25-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LATHROP TO
APPROVE OF NAMING THE BASIN NEIGHBORHOOD PARK AS SONNY
DHALIWAL PARK
WHEREAS, the City of Lathrop honors individuals who have made substantial and lasting contributions to the advancement, prosperity, and civic identity of the community; and
WHEREAS, Sonny Dhaliwal served the residents of Lathrop with integrity, dedication, and distinction for more than 21 years in public service, including 3 years as a Planning Commissioner, 6 years as a City Council Member, and 12 years as Mayor; and
WHEREAS, during his tenure, Mayor Dhaliwal provided steady and forward - thinking leadership during a period of significant growth and evolution in the City of Lathrop; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Dhaliwal successfully guided the City through the establishment of the Lathrop Police Department, strengthening community policing, enhancing public safety services, and ensuring greater local control over law - enforcement operations; and
WHEREAS, Mayor Dhaliwal' s leadership fostered positive economic development, increased local employment opportunities, and supported the expansion of both residential and commercial investment throughout the city; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to formally recognize and honor Sonny Dhaliwal for his many years of public service, dedication, and contributions to the City of Lathrop and its residents; and
WHEREAS, the Basin Neighborhood Park, located at the northeast corner of Woodfield Drive and Lathrop Road, is currently a public park without a formal name and is an appropriate location to recognize Mayor Dhaliwal' slong- standing service to the community; and
WHEREAS, approving the name " Sonny Dhaliwal Park" will provide a lasting
and meaningful tribute to his legacy and commitment to the City of Lathrop.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Lathrop does hereby approve of naming the Basin Neighborhood Park as Sonny Dhaliwal Park.
The foregoing resolution was passed and adopted this 10th day of November, 2025, by the following vote of the City Council, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Paul Akinjo, Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Teresa Vargas, City Clerk Salvador Navarrete, City Attorney