Livingston City Council
June 3, 2025

1 CITY COUNCIL SPECIAL AND REGULAR

MEETING AGENDA
JUNE 3, 2025
SPECIAL MEETING: 5:30 P.M. – 7:00 P.M
REGULAR MEETING: 7:00 P.M.

WE ENCOURAGE ALL MEMBERS OF THE PUBLIC TO PARTICIPATE IN THE MEETING VIA TELECONFERENCE BY CALLING (520) 525-8911. ANY MEMBER OF THE PUBLIC

PARTICIPATING VIA TELECONFERENCE WILL BE GIVEN THE OPPORTUNITY TO PROVIDE PUBLIC COMMENT.

ADDITIONALLY, THE REGULAR MEETING WILL BE STREAMED ON YOUTUBE LIVE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCB_ZmQZIHELh-ECEPZ2VwZg Notice is hereby given that the City Council will hold a Special and Regular Meeting on June 3, 2025, at the City Council Chambers, 663 Main Street, Livingston, California. Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990.

Persons requesting accommodation should contact the Deputy City Clerk at least 24 hours prior to this meeting at (209) 394-8041, Ext. 121. Any writings or documents pertaining to an Open Session item provided to a majority of the members of the legislative body less than 72 hours prior to the meeting shall be made available for public inspection by email if requested. Public comments can be submitted via emailed at [email protected]. Comments must be received by 2:00 p.m. on the day of the City Council meeting in order for them to be distributed to the Council prior to consideration of the matter.

You will need to provide: Meeting date, item number, name, email and comment (please limit to 300 words or 3 minutes). Please include: PUBLIC COMMENT in the subject for the email. Written comments will not be read aloud at the meeting, but will be reported as received for the record. If you do not receive an acknowledgement of receipt by 4:00 p.m., please call the City Clerk’s Office at (209) 394-8041, Ext. 121 (Note: This technology is not a guaranteed method).

2 SPECIAL MEETING

1. Call to Order

2. Roll Call

3. Pledge of Allegiance.

4. Moment of Silence – First Responders and Military Members.

5. Citizen Comments

DISCUSSION AND POTENTIAL ACTION ITEMS

6. Discussion on Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Proposed Budget.

REGULAR MEETING
CALL TO ORDER Next Resolution No.: 2025-58
Next Ordinance No.: 660
Pledge of Allegiance.

Moment of Silence – First Responders and Military Members.

Roll Call.

Changes to the Agenda.

CITIZEN COMMENTS
This section of the agenda allows members of the public to address the City Council on any item NOT on the agenda. Members of the public, when recognized by the Mayor, should come forward to the lectern, and identify themselves. Comments are normally limited to three (3) minutes. In accordance with State Open Meeting Laws, no action will be taken by the City Council this evening.

AWARDS, PRESENTATIONS, PROCLAMATIONS

1. Presentation by Burke, Williams & Sorensen, LLP: Introduction and Proposed Legal Services.

2. Presentation by Colantuono, Highsmith, Whatley, PC: Introduction and Proposed Legal Services.

3. Presentation by Doug McAllister, Vice President, External Affairs, Frontier: Frontier Gigabit Fiber, Livingston.

3 COUNTY SUPERVISOR’S ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
Supervisor Jim Pacheco Announcements and Reports.

CONFLICT OF INTEREST DECLARATION
Members of the City Council will declare an actual or apparent conflict of interest before discussions or decisions about any matters in which they or anyone with whom they have a close personal relationship could directly or indirectly benefit or where such a benefit could be perceived.

CONSENT AGENDA
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine or non-controversial and will be enacted by one vote, unless separate action is requested by a member of the public, the City Manager or City Council Member.

There will be no separate discussion of these items unless members of the public, City Council or City Manager request that specific items be removed. Public comment on consent agenda items shall be limited to three (3) minutes per-person regardless of the number of items contained within the consent agenda

4. RATIFY CHECK WARRANTS
Ratify Warrant Register Dated May 28, 2025.

5. Second Reading and Final Adoption of Ordinance Repealing and Replacing the Entire City of Livingston Municipal Code. Staff Recommendation: Open Public Hearing and Adopt Ordinance.

6. Consideration Of A Resolution Authorizing The Purchase Of Handguns, Holsters And Red- Dot Sights For The Livingston Police Department. Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution.

7. Consideration of a Resolution Approving The City Of Livingston’s Purchase Of A New Ford Police Inteptor Hev Hybrid for $63,670.88. Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution.

8. Consideration of a Resolution Authorizing The Purchase Of 6 (Six) Colt AR Rifles, 11 (Eleven) RedDot Sights, 11 (Eleven) Noise Suppressors, 1 (One) Daniel Defense Rifle, 1 (One) Rifle Scope W/Rings, 1 (One) Spotting Scope, 1 (One) Range-Finder And (1) Rifle Case. Staff Recommendation:

Approve Resolution.

9. Consideration Of A Resolution Authorizing The Purchase Of Police Range Training Equipment; Handgun And Rifle Simulation Devices And Safety Gear. Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution.

10. Consideration of a Approving The Salvage Of Wrecked Vehicle And The Purchase And Replacement Of City Of Livingston Police Department Vehicle Which Was Involved In A Collision.

Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution.

11. Consideration of a Resolution Approving The City Of Livingston Fiscal Year 2025/2026 List Of Eligible Projects For Funding From The Road Maintenance And Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) Created By Senate Bill 1: Road Repair And Accountability Act Of 2017, And Authorizing The City Manager To File With The California Transportation Commission The Project List And Annual Expenditure Report For Fiscal Year 2025/2026 RMRA Funding.

Staff Recommendation: Approve Resolution.

4 PUBLIC HEARING

12. Consideration of Resolution Establishing The City’s Public Hearing Procedures Required By Assembly Bill 2561/Government Code 3502.3. Conduct A Public Hearing And Receive And File Of The City Of Livingston AB2561 Vacancy Rates Public Hearing Presentation. Staff Recommendation:

Approve Resolution.

ANNOUNCEMENTS AND REPORTS
City Staff Announcements and Reports.
• Jacquie Benoit, Recreation Superintendent -Rec-Plex Facility Update.

City Manager Announcements and Reports.

City Council Members’ Announcements and Reports.

Mayor’s Announcements and Reports.

Robert Wallis
• Special City Selection Committee of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control Board –Robert Wallis, Representative and Japjeet Uppal, Alternative.
• City Council Liaison - Livingston Planning Commission – Jason Roth and Alternate Robert Wallis.
• Utility Stakeholders Committee – Japjeet Uppal and Robert Wallis.

Jason Roth
• Merced County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) Jason Roth, Representative. • Merced County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Directors – Gurpal Samra, Representative and Jason Roth, Alternate.
• City Council Liaison - Livingston Planning Commission – Jason Roth and Alternate Robert Wallis.

Japjeet Uppal
• Central Valley Division League of California Cities – Jose Moran, Representative and Japjeet Uppal, Alternate.
• Special City Selection Committee of the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control Board – Robert Wallis, Representative and Japjeet Uppal, Alternative. • City Council Liaison - Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission – Jose Moran and Alternate Liaison Japjeet Uppal.
• Merced Integrated Regional Water Management Plan (MIRWMA) – Japjeet Uppal, Representative and Robert Wallis, Alternate Representative. • Utility Stakeholders Committee – Japjeet Uppal and Robert Wallis.

Gurpal Samra
• Merced County Mosquito Abatement District Board of Directors – Gurpal Samra, Representative and Jason Roth, Alternate.

5 • Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) Governing Board – Gurpal Samra, Representative and Jose Moran, Alternate.

Jose Moran
• Central Valley Division League of California Cities – Jose Moran, Representative and Japjeet Uppal, Alternate.
• Merced County Association of Governments (MCAG) Governing Board – Gurpal Samra, Representative and Jose Moran, Alternate.
• City Council Liaison - Parks, Recreation and Arts Commission – Jose Moran and Alternate Liaison Japjeet Uppal.

CLOSED SESSION

13. Conference with Legal Counsel – Pending Litigation pursuant to paragraph 4 of subdivision (d) of Government Code Section 54956.9: John Markle v. City of Livingston, et al., Case No. 23CV-01647.

14. Conference with Legal Counsel – Liability Claims (Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.95) Consideration of Claim No.: FR102723 Claimant Marlene Aguilar seeks monetary compensation from the City for damages to personal property (vehicle).

15. Government Code Section 54957
Public Employee Appointment/Employment
Title: City Attorney

16. Conference with Labor Negotiator (Government Code Section 54957.6) Labor Negotiator: Jose Antonio Ramirez, City Manager
Employee Organizations:

OE3- Clerical Bargaining Unit
OE3 - Police Supervisory Employees Association
OE3 - Management/Confidential Bargaining Unit
OE3 - Livingston Police Officer Association

COUNCIL DIRECTION ON FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS

ADJOURNMENT

STAFF REPORT
1 AGENDA ITEM: Warrant Register May 28, 2025

MEETING DATE: June 03, 2025

PREPARED BY: Bri Garcia, Accountant I
REVIEWED BY: Happy Bains, Finance Director
RECOMMENDATION:

Ratify the warrant register dated May 28 ,2025
DISCUSSION:

Government Code sections 37208(b) and 37209 provide that accounts payable warrants or checks drawn in payment of demands certified or approved by the finance director as conforming to a budget approved by ordinance or resolution of the legislative body need not be audited by the legislative body prior to payment.

In addition, Government Code section 37208(a) provides that payroll warrants or checks need not be audited by the legislative body prior to payment. Payrolls shall be presented to the legislative body for ratification and approval at the first meeting after delivery of the payroll warrants or checks. The sum of any payroll checks issued within the week prior to the date of the check register is also noted on the accompanying check register.

The following checks have been certified to be in accordance with the City’s approved budget.

The checks have been issued, and the check register is presented to the City Council for ratification:

April 30, 2025 – May 28, 2025

GENERAL WARRANTS……………………. $ 2,040,963.27 13391 –13562
PAYROLL/WIRE WARRANTS……….……. $ 552,953.52 3651 - 3686
ACH WARRANTS…………………………… $ 25,397.48
TOTAL WARRANTS………………………… $ 2,619,329.02

ATTACHMENTS:

Warrant Register (detailed by date and check number)

Accounts Payable
User:

Printed:
[email protected]
5/28/2025 10:44 AM
Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date
Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
13405 282 AT&T Mobility 05/05/2025 2,095.04
13406 193 BSK Associates 05/05/2025 5,496.40
13407 272 Charter Communications Holdings, LLC 05/05/2025 233.48 13408 455 Ernest Packaging Solutions 05/05/2025 1,537.16 13409 163 EZ Auto Supply 05/05/2025 328.87
13410 1479 Ferguson Waterworks #2777 05/05/2025 1,953.79 13411 188 Frontier 05/05/2025 0.56
13413 356 Gouveia Engineering, Inc. 05/05/2025 69,080.80 13414 907 Maribel Herrera 05/05/2025 150.00
13415 267 Hoffman Security 05/05/2025 38.95
13416 501 Hunt & Sons, LLC 05/05/2025 1,869.01
13417 629 Ingraham Trophies 05/05/2025 225.81
13418 520 Interstate Truck Center 05/05/2025 372.30
13419 1445 Libertel Associates 05/05/2025 868.12
13420 615 McClatchy Company LLC 05/05/2025 794.22
13421 595 Metro Uniform Merced 05/05/2025 787.95
13422 180 Mission Linen Service 05/05/2025 631.41
13423 197 N & S Tractor 05/05/2025 859.66
13424 635 Normac- Modesto 05/05/2025 586.88
13425 199 Northstar Chemical 05/05/2025 3,029.10
13426 1147 PAC Machine Company, INC. 05/05/2025 2,607.55 13427 1104 Pacific Bay Equipment Service & Sales 05/05/2025 953.73 13428 903 Esbeidy Pena 05/05/2025 150.00
13429 872 Molly Ramos 05/05/2025 150.00
13430 1712 RecDesk, LLC 05/05/2025 8,300.00
13431 499 Safety-Kleen Systems, Inc. 05/05/2025 2,431.42 13432 408 Sapien Family Trust 05/05/2025 1,000.00
13433 1212 South Bay Regional Public Safety Training Consirti 05/05/2025 895.71 13434 530 Telstar Instruments 05/05/2025 9,860.56
13435 692 Tesco Controls, Inc. 05/05/2025 1,765.40
13436 1150 Valley 29 Electric, LLC 05/05/2025 883.46
13437 210 WGR Southwest, Inc. 05/05/2025 3,035.54
Total for 5/5/2025: 122,972.88
13392 395 Administrative Solution, Inc. 05/09/2025 200.00 13393 434 AFSCME District Council 57 05/09/2025 813.12
13394 396 American Fidelity Assurance 05/09/2025 3,643.83 13395 397 American Fidelity Assurance Company 05/09/2025 1,237.44 13396 393 California State Disbursement Unit 05/09/2025 1,440.78 13397 612 Livingston Peace Officers Association 05/09/2025 1,724.00 13398 437 Operating Engineers Local 3 05/09/2025 450.50 13399 438 Operating Engineers Local Union No.3 05/09/2025 560.00 13400 405 Premier Access Insurance Company 05/09/2025 8,875.80 13401 598 Standard Insurance Company RB 05/09/2025 10,958.36 13402 1284 State of California 05/09/2025 65.08
13403 564 Texas Life Insurance 05/09/2025 373.56
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (5/28/2025 10:44 AM) Page 1

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Livingston, CA 95334
Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
13404 608 Vision Service Plan- CA 05/09/2025 1,878.62
Total for 5/9/2025: 32,221.09
13438 250 Alhambra 05/12/2025 641.88
13439 1715 Amba National LLC 05/12/2025 50,000.00
13440 253 AT&T 05/12/2025 243.55
13441 1717 Cynthia Bennett 05/12/2025 800.00
13442 193 BSK Associates 05/12/2025 1,474.60
13443 1693 California Consulting, Inc 05/12/2025 4,750.00 13444 1239 Clark Pest Control of Stockton, Inc. 05/12/2025 171.00 13445 447 Conco West, Inc 05/12/2025 199,215.00
13446 1701 Consolidated Engineering, Inc. 05/12/2025 239,419.66 13447 293 Department of Justice Accounting Office 05/12/2025 1,876.98 13448 163 EZ Auto Supply 05/12/2025 162.71
13449 1686 Forensic Nurse Specialist of Nor CA, LLC 05/12/2025 2,250.00 13450 1324 Robert Garcia 05/12/2025 500.00
13451 164 Garza Tire & Wheel, Inc 05/12/2025 554.28
13452 934 Howard Gentry 05/12/2025 800.00
13453 1718 Gomerman, Bourn & Associates 05/12/2025 350,000.00 13454 930 Michael Gene Hammar, Jr. 05/12/2025 800.00
13455 425 HdL Coren & Cone 05/12/2025 1,645.58
13456 501 Hunt & Sons, LLC 05/12/2025 4,030.34
13457 238 Sandeep Kaur 05/12/2025 328.75
13458 268 Language Line Services, Inc. 05/12/2025 387.28 13459 461 LEAF 05/12/2025 748.16
13460 937 Livingston High School 05/12/2025 400.00
13461 403 Merced County Association of Governments 05/12/2025 75.00 13462 1671 Merced County Auditor/Controller's Office 05/12/2025 545.00 13463 1676 Merced County Fire Department 05/12/2025 187,000.00 13464 269 Merced Pest Control 05/12/2025 85.00
13465 389 Mid Valley IT 05/12/2025 30,426.76
13466 180 Mission Linen Service 05/12/2025 257.52
13467 199 Northstar Chemical 05/12/2025 2,168.19
13468 890 Parson's Embroidery Plus 05/12/2025 486.81
13469 203 PG&E 05/12/2025 77.43
13470 1714 Maria Pulido 05/12/2025 150.00
13471 739 Self- Help Enterprises 05/12/2025 4,415.63
13472 439 Sharpening Shop 05/12/2025 954.46
13473 307 Shred-It, C/O Stericycle, Inc. 05/12/2025 346.97 13474 1503 Sounds Remedy, Marcos Flores 05/12/2025 800.00 13475 323 Springbrook Holding Company LLC 05/12/2025 2,105.00 13476 875 Taylor ER Veterinary Emergency Hospital 05/12/2025 1,086.85 13477 940 Richard Torres-Pulido 05/12/2025 2,000.00
13478 310 Totlcom, Inc. 05/12/2025 1,070.92
13479 284 Trans Union LLC 05/12/2025 183.79
13480 1552 Turbo Data System, Inc. 05/12/2025 484.99
13481 366 USABlueBook 05/12/2025 89.10
13482 1150 Valley 29 Electric, LLC 05/12/2025 22,923.84 13483 314 Valley Coffee & Water 05/12/2025 98.95
13484 315 Valley Entry Systems, Inc. 05/12/2025 409.45
13485 935 Allison DeAnn Van Guilder 05/12/2025 800.00
Total for 5/12/2025: 1,120,241.43
13492 251 ABS Direct, Inc. 05/20/2025 2,178.14
13493 885 Aerial Inspection Service 05/20/2025 1,175.00 AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (5/28/2025 10:44 AM) Page 2

Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
13494 1697 Christian Alcaraz 05/20/2025 150.00
13495 1309 Aleshire & Wynder LLP 05/20/2025 51,861.39
13496 1394 Christina Alvarez 05/20/2025 195.00
13497 282 AT&T Mobility 05/20/2025 2,186.79
13498 1426 Ana Lucia Barbosa 05/20/2025 80.00
13499 162 Steve Bassi 05/20/2025 25.00
13500 255 Big Creek Lumber Company 05/20/2025 513.89
13501 193 BSK Associates 05/20/2025 784.45
13502 192 Cal Traffic 05/20/2025 1,789.90
13503 660 Calgon Carbon Corporation 05/20/2025 129,400.00 13504 1674 Diego Castillo 05/20/2025 25.00
13505 1722 Rosalia Cervantes 05/20/2025 150.00
13506 291 City of Livingston c/o L &L District Irrigation05/20/2025 8,389.90 13507 1239 Clark Pest Control of Stockton, Inc. 05/20/2025 97.00 13508 1721 Orlando Cruz 05/20/2025 150.00
13509 1308 CSG Consultants, Inc. 05/20/2025 19,529.69
13510 163 EZ Auto Supply 05/20/2025 11.95
13511 1410 FFP Fund VII TEI Partnership 1, LLC 05/20/2025 12,168.02 13512 1151 Jose Flores 05/20/2025 25.00
13513 1720 Foster Love 209 05/20/2025 2,649.41
13514 188 Frontier 05/20/2025 1,549.63
13515 387 Frontier Communications Corp Frontier Comm of Global Valley 05/20/2025 152.76 13516 1713 Yang Gallardo 05/20/2025 91.25
13517 1603 Melanie Garcia 05/20/2025 432.00
13518 262 Gilton Solid Waste 05/20/2025 192,114.08
13519 551 Griswold Industries 05/20/2025 5,981.25
13520 912 Hach Company 05/20/2025 1,567.21
13521 811 Pete Hulse, DVM, Pa Hilmar Animal Hospital05/20/2025 623.00 13522 266 Hilmar Lumber 05/20/2025 3,563.74
13523 501 Hunt & Sons, LLC 05/20/2025 3,569.82
13524 1014 Hunt Equipment DBA Donlee Pump Company05/20/2025 1,114.13 13525 786 J.B, Anderson Land Use Planning 05/20/2025 16,060.50 13526 1551 Mohinder Kanda 05/20/2025 25.00
13527 1130 Kellogg Supply 05/20/2025 324.74
13528 360 Krazan & Associates, Inc 05/20/2025 1,200.00
13529 1643 Rafaela C. Lara 05/20/2025 144.00
13530 1723 Jatinder Mann 05/20/2025 25.00
13531 278 Merced Irrigation District 05/20/2025 43,688.46 13532 389 Mid Valley IT 05/20/2025 16,754.93
13533 180 Mission Linen Service 05/20/2025 388.22
13534 1664 Modesto Overhead Door, Inc. 05/20/2025 2,250.00 13535 2 Angelita Moran 05/20/2025 189.00
13536 459 Municipal Maintenance Equipment 05/20/2025 664.89 13537 1252 National Auto Fleet Group 05/20/2025 63,670.88 13538 635 Normac- Modesto 05/20/2025 1,056.25
13539 199 Northstar Chemical 05/20/2025 8,589.00
13540 949 Nova Heating and Air Conditioning 05/20/2025 650.00 13541 302 Office Depot, Inc./ODP Business Solutions, LLC 05/20/2025 257.24 13542 1714 Maria Pulido 05/20/2025 150.00
13543 416 Quality Well Drillers 05/20/2025 108,015.00
13544 1663 Mike Reavill 05/20/2025 1,275.00
13545 407 San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District. 05/20/2025 429.00 13546 1330 James D Sanders 05/20/2025 400.00
13547 739 Self- Help Enterprises 05/20/2025 221.73
13548 439 Sharpening Shop 05/20/2025 28.23
13549 1604 Gagandeep Singh 05/20/2025 240.00
13550 989 Jasneil Singh 05/20/2025 25.00
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (5/28/2025 10:44 AM) Page 3

Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
13551 873 Deanna Soria 05/20/2025 3,000.00
13552 834 Speedy Bee Car Wash and Detail Center 05/20/2025 299.80 13553 309 St. Francis Electric 05/20/2025 400.00
13554 1068 Steele Public Safety Systems 05/20/2025 850.00 13555 1405 Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. 05/20/2025 8,196.60 13556 875 Taylor ER Veterinary Emergency Hospital 05/20/2025 389.82 13557 313 U.S. Bank Equipment Finance 05/20/2025 535.51 13558 1150 Valley 29 Electric, LLC 05/20/2025 25,332.75 13559 367 Verizon Wireless 05/20/2025 1,852.63
13560 296 Visual Edge IT, Inc 05/20/2025 1,328.58
13561 818 Renee Waite-Mendonca 05/20/2025 25.00
13562 597 Work Wellness 05/20/2025 199.00
Total for 5/20/2025: 753,426.16
13486 395 Administrative Solution, Inc. 05/21/2025 200.00 13487 393 California State Disbursement Unit 05/21/2025 1,440.78 13488 405 Premier Access Insurance Company 05/21/2025 6,115.10 13489 598 Standard Insurance Company RB 05/21/2025 3,840.94 13490 1284 State of California 05/21/2025 65.08
13491 608 Vision Service Plan- CA 05/21/2025 439.81
Total for 5/21/2025: 12,101.71
Report Total (170 checks): 2,040,963.27
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (5/28/2025 10:44 AM) Page 4

STAFF REPORT
1 AGENDA ITEM: AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF

LIVINGSTON REPEALING AND REPLACING THE ENTIRE CITY OF

LIVINGSTON MUNICIPAL CODE
MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Roy Santos, City Attorney

REVIEWED BY: Jose A. Ramirez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Waive Second Reading of the Ordinance by Title Only and Adopt Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of Livingston Repealing And Replacing The Entire City Of Livingston Municipal Code.

BACKGROUND:

In June 2021, the City Manager executed an agreement with American Legal Publishing Corporation for codification services. American Legal Publishing Corporation has over 100 years of combined experience working with municipal governments and codifying. Ordinances are an essential part of a government's function to enforce regulation. For that reason, the City decided to codify its municipal code to have enforceable regulations that conform with state and federal laws. The City of Livingston has the authority, under its police power, to enact regulations for the public peace, morals, and welfare of the City, California Constitution Article XI, section 7; and has the authority and legal right to establish standards governing land use, zoning, water, sewer, and general city governance. The basic steps of codification are as follows:

1. Ordinance Review - Ordinances and resolutions are reviewed to determine which provisions are general and permanent and whether they have been repealed or superseded by more recent legislation. Once identified, these materials are then included in the code.

2. Organization – logical structure is critical to ensure the code is easy to use.

3. Editorial and Legal Review – review of the code, noting errors and outdated material.

Legal professionals also conduct a separate review to find potential inconsistencies in the ordinances and ensure that provisions conform with state and federal laws.

4. Draft, Review, and Final Production - After review, a draft is sent to the City for the City to accept or reject suggested changes or make other necessary changes.

5. Published Code – After all changes have been made and approved, the code is published.

After a thorough review, the City wishes to enact an ordinance repealing the prior City of Livingston Municipal Code dated January 30, 2023, and replacing it with the Municipal Code dated January 31, 2023.

ATTACHMENT:

1. Ordinance

01424.0001 2005476.1 5/12/2025
ORDINANCE NO.

ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON REPEALING AND REPLACING THE ENTIRE CITY OF LIVINGSTON MUNICIPAL CODE.

WHEREAS, the City of Livingston (“the City”) has the authority, under its police power, to enact regulations for the public peace, morals, and welfare of the City, California Constitution Article XI, section 7; and
WHEREAS, the City also has the authority and legal right to establish standards governing land use, zoning, water, sewer, and general city governance; and WHEREAS, the City wishes to enact an ordinance repealing the prior City of Livingston Municipal Code dated January 30, 2023, and replacing it with the Municipal Code dated January 31, 2023; and
WHEREAS, nothing in this Ordinance amendment shall be construed to: (1) allow any person to engage in conduct that endangers others or causes a public nuisance; or (2) allow any activity which is illegal under state or federal law.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT SHALL BE ORDAINED by the City Council of the City of Livingston as follows;
Section 1: The above recitals are incorporated hereby by reference.

Section 2: The Ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that it will have a significant effect on the environment. (CEQA Guidelines § 15061(b)(3).) Section 3: The City of Livingston Municipal Code dated January 30, 2023, is hereby repealed in its entirety and replaced with the Municipal Code dated January 31, 2023, which is located at the following link:
https://codelibrary.amlegal.com/codes/livingstonca/latest/overview I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing Ordinance was introduced by the City Council after waiving the first reading, except by Title, at a regular meeting thereof held on the 20th day of May 2025, and adopted the Ordinance after the second reading at a regular meeting held on the ______ day of June 2025, by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

01424.0001 2005476.1 5/12/2025
By: _____________________
Jose A. Moran
Mayor of City of Livingston
ATTEST

_____________________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
____________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

1 STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LIVINGSTON TO

AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF HANDGUNS, HOLSTERS AND

RED- DOT SIGHTS FOR THE LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
FOR $21,287.92.

MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Frederick Schiff, Chief of Police
REVIEWED BY: José A. Ramírez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve a resolution of the City Council of Livingston to authorize the purchase of handguns, holsters and red-dot sights for the Livingston Police Department for $21,287.92.

BACKGROUND:

The Livingston Police Department currently possesses 20 (twenty) models of 22 gen 5 Glock handguns in .40 caliber. Due to the increase in staffing (full-staffing, reserves and Explorer Scout training), the Police Department is at least 4 (four) handguns short. The Police Range staff has conducted an audit of the Department’s needs with respect to handguns and has made several recommendations to the Chief.

1. Purchase the Glock G45 as a handgun replacement weapon platform with Red-Dot capability.

2. Exchange the current Glock inventory for a model that will accommodate Red-Dot optics (Glock G45).

3. Change the caliber requirements from .40 caliber to 9 mm. 9 mm has tested to have better ballistics and ammunition is less expensive.

4. Rather than purchase 4 (four) mismatched handguns to our current inventory, switch over all duty issued handguns to the Glock G45, which will meet our current and future needs.

5. Maximize the trade-in value of our current weapons, which diminishes over time.

The Livingston Police Department purchased 20 Glock Model 22 .40 cal. 5 (five) years ago. At that time, the weapon was a popular and reliable choice. Over the years, the national standard for police duty weapons has progressed to a smaller, less expensive caliber, a Red-Dot targeting system and adaptation of a barrel light for illumination. The Red-Dot sight provides advanced safety in that it provides the officer with much greater accuracy. Greater accuracy minimizes the liability of stray rounds. The ability to place a flashlight on the weapon platform also increases accuracy, offers greater safety in low-light environments and minimizes stray rounds. A new holster system is required to accommodate each specific gun and its features.

2 DISCUSSION:

The Livingston Range staff has researched a number of different weapon platforms based on the caliber, Red-Dot and flashlight criteria. The Glock 45G was selected unanimously as it meets all the criteria and was significantly less expensive than other competitor’s models (due to sales incentives).

As part of the Range Staff audit, several guns were identified as being available to be traded in.

In addition to all our current Department issued Glock 22’s, 3 (three) shotguns and one rifle are no longer necessary to possess. These weapons reduce in value, adding to the incentive to replace all our weapons at once. The current value of those weapons is included as a trade-in amount ($4,700.00) on the attached quotation from LC Action Police Supply.

The Department Range Staff attempted to identify 3 (three) competitive bids, according to City policy. This was not possible because LC Action is the only source that can physically meet our needs. The Livingston Police Department is required to follow State Law with respect to handgun purchases. We must purchase from a Federal Firearms License dealer (FFL) and complete the DROS (Dealer of Record Sale). This requires the dealer to be within driving distance to complete the paperwork and eliminate shipping costs.

The Staff did source through a competitor, ProForce, but they could not provide local sales, forcing us to use a more expensive middleperson to complete the State required forms. In addition, ProForce’s bid on individual guns was not competitive with LC Action. In the past, The City of Livingston purchased firearms from LC Actions as essentially sole source. For these reasons, only LC Actions quotation is included, but they are by far the least expensive dealer to purchase from given our location and State requirements.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for $21,287.92.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. LC Action Policy Supply Quotation

1 RESOLUTION 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON

AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF HANDGUNS, HOLSTERS AND RED- DOT

SIGHTS FOR THE LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT
WHEREAS, the Livingston Police Department currently utilizes twenty (20) Glock Model 22 Gen 5 handguns in .40 caliber, which are no longer aligned with modern law enforcement standards; and
WHEREAS, due to increased staffing levels, including full-time officers, reserves, and Explorer Scout trainees, the Department is currently short at least four (4) handguns; and
WHEREAS, the Department’s Range Staff has conducted an audit and recommended transitioning to the Glock G45 platform in 9mm caliber, which supports Red-Dot optics and weapon-mounted lights, offering improved accuracy, officer safety, and cost efficiency; and
WHEREAS, the proposed transition includes the replacement of all current duty handguns with Glock G45 models, the acquisition of compatible holsters, and the installation of Red-Dot sights to bring the Department’s equipment in line with national standards; and
WHEREAS, the Department has identified a trade-in opportunity for its current Glock 22 handguns, along with three (3) shotguns and one (1) rifle, resulting in a trade-in credit of $4,700.00 as detailed in the quotation from LC Action Police Supply; and WHEREAS, LC Action Police Supply is the only vendor capable of meeting the Department’s specific needs while complying with California State Law regarding firearm purchases, including the requirement to purchase through a licensed Federal Firearms License (FFL) dealer within driving distance for DROS (Dealer Record of Sale) processing; and
WHEREAS, funding for the purchase will be drawn from salary savings within the Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2024/2025 General Fund budget (Account #1100-102-4110), with additional cost savings realized through the weapons trade-in; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Livingston as follows:

1. The City Council hereby authorizes the purchase of Glock G45 handguns, compatible holsters, and Red-Dot sights for the Livingston Police Department from LC Action Police Supply.

2. The City Council authorizes the trade-in of existing Glock 22 handguns, three (3) shotguns, and one (1) rifle to offset the cost of the new equipment.

3. The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for the amount of $21,287.92.

4. The City Manager, or their designee, is authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase and trade-in process.

2 I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-___ is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on the 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: _______________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
Of City of Livingston
ATTEST:
_______________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

LC ACTION POLICE SUPPLY
1088 N FIRST STREET
SAN JOSE CA 95112
TEL: 408 294-2677 • FAX 408 294-6444
EMAIL: [email protected]
STATE OF CA SBE CERTIFICATION# 1017260
To:

DAIHN VILLARREAL

LIVINGSTON PD
EM: [email protected]
PH: (209)844-6263
CUST# QUOTED BY

KYLE M ILLER
QTY.

Ship To:

EST. DELIVERY

DESCRIPTION
24 GLOCK G47/G17/G45 GENS MOS PISTOL FXD SIGHTS
F.O.B.
24 HOLOSUN 509T RED DOT SIGHT HE509T-RD X2 LEM M ODEL W/ GLOCK PLATE 24 AMERIGLO 3XL TRITIUM CO-WITNESS SIGHTS
24 SAFARILAND 6360RDS HOLSTER FITMENT FOR GLOCK W/ RDS & LIGHT 1 SALES TAX ON NEW ITEM TOTAL@ 7.75%
20 TRADE IN GLOCK G22 GENS W/ 2-3 MAGS EACH
3 TRADE IN RE MINTON 87018" 12GA SHOTGUN
1 TRADE IN COLT SPl .223 16" SEMI-AUTO
Notes: SUBTOTAL

SALES RATE

I SALES TAX

I SHIPPING
TOTAL

QUOTATION
Date May-02-2025
TERMS
NET 30

PRICE TOTAL
429.00 10296.00
353.70 8488.80

73.88 1773.12
150.88 3621.12
1873.88 1873.88

0.00 -205.00 -4100.00
-130.00 -390.00
-300.00 -300.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 0.00

0.00 0.00
$21,262.92

25.00 $21,287.92
1 STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: ADOPT RESOLUTION NO. 2025- ___ OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LIVINGSTON APPROVING THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON’S PURCHASE

OF A NEW FORD POLICE INTERCEPTOR HEV HYBRID FOR
$63,670.88.

MEETING DATE: June 03, 2025
PREPARED BY: Frederick Schiff, Police Chief
APPROVED By: Jose Ramirez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025- ___, approving the purchase of one 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility HEV hybrid vehicle in the amount of $63,670.88.

BACKGROUND:

The Livingston Police Department continues to evaluate and maintain the operational readiness of its patrol fleet to ensure safe, effective law enforcement services. The addition of a new 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility vehicle will enhance undercover capabilities, improve officer safety, and reduce maintenance costs associated with older vehicles.

The purchase of a new vehicle is requested to meet the need for an unmarked gang suppression vehicle which can also be used to transport victims and department personnel. The new vehicle will not have a “cage” or prisoner restraints.

A funding opportunity through San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District will also provide up to $20,000 grant to assist in the purchase of a cleaner and more efficient law enforcement vehicle (2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility HEV).

DISCUSSION:

The vehicle is available under the Sourcewell Contract 091521-NAF and a quote was obtained from National Auto Fleet Group for (1) new 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility Stock#WF12260 for $63,670.88.

FISCAL IMPACT
The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for $63,670.88.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Quote for 2025 Ford Police Interceptor HEV Utility

1 RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON APPROVING THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON’S PURCHASE OF A NEW FORD POLICE INTEPTOR HEV HYBRID FOR $63,670.88
WHEREAS, the City of Livingston Police Department is responsible for the function of the everyday vehicle patrol for the City; and
WHEREAS, the City of Livingston Police Department maintains a fleet of vehicles that are necessary in the operation and function of the officer’s duties; and WHEREAS, the City of Livingston Police Department has determined a new Ford Police Interceptor must be purchased to fulfill the need for a vehicle that can transport victims and personnel add to the existing police vehicle fleet; and WHEREAS, the City of Livingston could purchase a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor HEV hybrid not to exceed Sixty-Three Thousand Six Hundred Seventy Dollars and EightyEight Cents ($63,670.88); and WHEREAS, the City of Livingston was awarded a $20,000 grant from San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for the purchase of a 2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility HEV. The reimbursement is not to exceed Twenty Thousand Dollars and Zero Cents ($20,000.00); and
WHEREAS, the necessary funds for this purchase are available under the 2024/2025 Police Department Budget from salary savings (1100-102-4110) NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Livingston hereby authorizes 1) the expenditure of $63,670.88 from salary savings of the police department general fund budget for the purchase ($63,670.8) of the additional vehicle proposed, and 2) authorize the City Manager to purchase the following vehicle from National Auto Fleet, in the total amount not to exceed $63,670.88.

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: _______________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
Of City of Livingston
ATTEST:
_______________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

2 APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

Quote ID #
6WRFN
National Auto Fleet Group is pleased to quote the following vehicle(s) for your consideration:
(1) MSRP Total %
$
Total Savings
$
(1) One Unit
$
$
$
$
$
Contract Price
Tax
Tire Fee
Transportation
Total
-per the attached specifications.

This vehicle(s) is available under the Sourcewell Contract 091521-NAF. Please reference this Contract Number on all Purchase Orders to National Auto Fleet Group.

Payment terms are Net 20 days after receipt of vehicle.

Thank you in advance for your consideration. Should you have any questions, please do not hesitate to call or email.

Sincerely,
Jesse Cooper
National Fleet Manager
Office (855) 289-6572
delivered to your specified location, each for
33409-DA WF12260 5/13/2025 Mr. John Ramirez Livingston Police Department 1446 C St Livingston, CA 95334 Dear Mr. John Ramirez, 58,610.00 58,310.00 250.00 63,670.88 0.512 300.00 (To Livingston, CA) One (1) New/Unused (2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility (K8A) AWD, ) (8.75%) 8.75 5,102.13

Nat· onal Auto Fleet Group A 0111 1aion o! Chnv~olet of Wntaonvill 490 Auto Center rive, Wats,onville, CA 9 1 5076
(855] 289-6572 ■ (831] 480-8497 Fax
Fl eet@Nationa IAuta FleetGro up. com
Purchase Order Instructions & Resources
In order to finalize your purchase please submit this purchase packet to your governing body for a purchase order approval and submit your purchase order in the following way:

Email: [email protected]
Fax: (831) 480-8497
Mail: National Auto Fleet Group
490 Auto Center Drive
Watsonville, CA 95076
We will send a courtesy confirmation for your order and a W-9 if needed.

Additional Resources
Learn how to track your vehicle: www.NAFGETA.com
Use the upfitter of your choice: www.NAFGpartner.com
Vehicle Status: [email protected]
General Inquiries: [email protected]
For general questions or assistance please contact our main office at:
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Vehicle Configuration Options
ENGINE
Code Description
99W Engine: 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection Hybrid System, (STD)

TRANSMISSION
Code Description
44B Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, (STD)

PRIMARY PAINT
Code Description
UM Agate Black

SEAT TYPE
Code Description
9W
Charcoal Black, Unique HD Cloth Front Bucket Seats w/Vinyl Rear, -inc: reduced bolsters, 6-way power track driver seat (fore/aft, up/down, tilt w/manual recline, 2-way manual lumbar), 8-way power track passenger seat w/2-way power recline and 2-way power lumbar and built-in steel intrusion plates in both driver/passenger seatbacks

AXLE RATIO
Code Description
___ 3.73 Axle Ratio, (STD)

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
Code Description
76D Underbody Deflector Plate, -inc: Engine and transmission shield 16P Rear Bumper Step Pad
51V Dual Driver & Passenger LED Bulb Spot Lamps (Whelen) 66A
Front Headlamp Lighting Solution, -inc: LED low beam/high beam headlamp, wig-wag function and (2) red/blue/white LED side warning lights in each headlamp (factory configured: driver's side white/red/passenger side white/blue), Wiring and LED lights included (in headlamps only; grille lights not included), Controller not included, Grille LED Lights, Siren & Speaker Pre-Wiring
66B Tail Lamp Lighting Solution, -inc: LED tail lamp wig-wag module (red/white - red brake lights and white reverse lights, LED lights only, Wiring and controller not included 59E Keyed Alike - 1435x
90G
Ballistic Door-Panels (Level IV+), -inc: Driver and passenger front-doors, Tested and meets the requirements of NIJ standard 0108.01 Level IV: .30-06 M2 AP 166gr (7.62 x 63 APM2

10.8g), Also designed to withstand special threat rounds: 7.62 x 54R LPS 9.65g and 7.62 x 51 mm M61 9.75g (.308 Winchester 150.5gr), In addition, Level IV+ includes all of the NIJ Level III and LAPD rounds listed in footnote 1
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68G
Rear-Door Controls Inoperable, -inc: Locks, handles and windows, Can manually remove window or door disable plate w/special tool, Locks/windows operable from driver's door switches
60R Noise Suppression Bonds (Ground Straps)

OPTION PACKAGE
Code Description
500A Order Code 500A
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2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD

CODE MSRP
K8A $49,515.00
99W $0.00
44B $0.00
UM $0.00
9W $0.00
___ $0.00
76D $340.00
16P $100.00
51V $670.00
66A $900.00
66B $430.00
59E $50.00
90G $4,830.00
68G $80.00
60R $100.00
500A $0.00
2025 Fleet/Non-Retail Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD

WINDOW STICKER
MODEL
2025 Ford Police Interceptor Utility AWD

OPTIONS
Engine: 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection Hybrid System, (STD)
Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic, (STD)
Agate Black
Charcoal Black, Unique HD Cloth Front Bucket Seats w/Vinyl Rear, -inc: reduced bolsters, 6-way power track driver seat (fore/aft, up/down, tilt w/manual recline, 2-way manual lumbar), 8-way power track passenger seat w/2-way power recline and 2-way power lumbar and built-in steel intrusion plates in both driver/passenger seatbacks

3.73 Axle Ratio, (STD)
Underbody Deflector Plate, -inc: Engine and transmission shield Rear Bumper Step Pad
Dual Driver & Passenger LED Bulb Spot Lamps (Whelen)
Front Headlamp Lighting Solution, -inc: LED low beam/high beam headlamp, wig-wag function and (2) red/blue/white LED side warning lights in each headlamp (factory configured: driver's side white/red/passenger side white/blue), Wiring and LED lights included (in headlamps only; grille lights not included), Controller not included, Grille LED Lights, Siren & Speaker Pre-Wiring Tail Lamp Lighting Solution, -inc: LED tail lamp wig-wag module (red/white - red brake lights and white reverse lights, LED lights only, Wiring and controller not included Keyed Alike - 1435x
Ballistic Door-Panels (Level IV+), -inc: Driver and passenger front-doors, Tested and meets the requirements of NIJ standard 0108.01 Level IV: .30-06 M2 AP 166gr (7.62 x 63 APM2 10.8g), Also designed to withstand special threat rounds: 7.62 x 54R LPS 9.65g and 7.62 x 51 mm M61 9.75g (.308 Winchester 150.5gr), In addition, Level IV+ includes all of the NIJ Level III and LAPD rounds listed in footnote 1
Rear-Door Controls Inoperable, -inc: Locks, handles and windows, Can manually remove window or door disable plate w/special tool, Locks/windows operable from driver's door switches Noise Suppression Bonds (Ground Straps)
Order Code 500A
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$57,015.00
$0.00
$1,595.00
$58,610.00
Est City: N/A MPG
Est Highway: N/A MPG
Est Highway Cruising Range: N/A mi

SUBTOTAL
Advert/ Adjustments
Manufacturer Destination Charge

TOTAL PRICE
Any performance-related calculations are offered solely as guidelines. Actual unit performance will depend on your operating conditions.

Notes
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Standard Equipment

MECHANICAL
Engine: 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection Hybrid System -inc: (136-MPH top speed) (STD) Transmission: 10-Speed Automatic (STD)

3.73 Axle Ratio (STD)

ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT
50-State Emissions System Flexible Fuel Vehicle (FFV) system is standard equipment for vehicles equipped with the 3.3L V6 Direct-Injection engine.

Transmission w/Driver Selectable Mode and Oil Cooler
Automatic Full-Time All-Wheel
Engine Oil Cooler
92-Amp/Hr 850CCA Maintenance-Free Battery
Hybrid Electric Motor 220 Amp Alternator
Class III Towing Equipment -inc: Hitch
Trailer Wiring Harness
Police/Fire
1670# Maximum Payload
GVWR: 6,840 lbs (3,103 kgs)
Gas-Pressurized Shock Absorbers
Front And Rear Anti-Roll Bars
Electric Power-Assist Steering
19 Gal. Fuel Tank
Dual Stainless Steel Exhaust
Permanent Locking Hubs
Strut Front Suspension w/Coil Springs
Multi-Link Rear Suspension w/Coil Springs
Regenerative 4-Wheel Disc Brakes w/4-Wheel ABS, Front And Rear Vented Discs, Brake Assist and Hill Hold Control
Lithium Ion (li-Ion) Traction Battery 1.5 kWh Capacity
Wheels: 18" x 8" 5-Spoke Painted Black Steel -inc: polished stainless steel hub cover and center caps Tires: 255/60R18 AS BSW
Steel Spare Wheel
Full-Size Spare Tire Mounted Inside Under Cargo
Non-Metallic Paint
Body-Colored Front Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent and 1 Tow Hook Body-Colored Rear Bumper w/Black Rub Strip/Fascia Accent Body-Colored Bodyside Cladding and Black Wheel Well Trim 5/13/25, 3:24 PM Sell, service, and deliver letter
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Black Side Windows Trim and Black Front Windshield Trim Black Door Handles
Black Power Side Mirrors w/Convex Spotter and Manual Folding Fixed Rear Window w/Yes Wiper, Heated Wiper Park and Defroster Deep Tinted Glass
Speed Sensitive Variable Intermittent Wipers
Galvanized Steel/Aluminum Panels
Lip Spoiler
Black Grille
Liftgate Rear Cargo Access
Tailgate/Rear Door Lock Included w/Power Door Locks
Auto On/Off Projector Beam Led Low/High Beam Headlamps
LED Brakelights
Radio w/Seek-Scan and Speed Compensated Volume Control
Radio: AM/FM/MP3 Capable -inc: 100 watt siren/speaker prep kit, clock, 4 speakers, 1 USB port and 8" color LCD screen center-stack smart display, supports Android Auto and Apple CarPlay and fleet telematics modem Allows data to be provided to support Ford Pro telematics and data services via optional subscription, including but not limited to vehicle location, speed, idle time, fuel, vehicle diagnostics and maintenance alerts. Device enables optional telematics services through Ford or authorized providers via paid subscription. Subscribe at https://fordpro.com/en-us/telematics/ or call 1- 833-811-FORD (3673).

SYNC Phoenix Communication & Entertainment System -inc: hands-free voice command support compatible w/most Bluetooth connected mobile devices, 911 Assist, VHR, SYNC Services, AppLink, Bluetooth, steering wheel controls, USB port and auxiliary input jack Integrated Roof Antenna
1 LCD Monitor In The Front
8-Way Driver Seat
Passenger Seat
35-30-35 Folding Split-Bench Front Facing Fold Forward Seatback Rear Seat Manual Tilt/Telescoping Steering Column
Gauges -inc: Speedometer, Odometer, Engine Coolant Temp, Tachometer, Engine Hour Meter, Traction Battery Level, Trip Odometer and Trip Computer
Power Rear Windows and Fixed 3rd Row Windows
Remote Keyless Entry
Remote Releases -Inc: Power Cargo Access
Cruise Control w/Steering Wheel Controls
Dual Zone Front Automatic Air Conditioning
Rear HVAC
HVAC -inc: Underseat Ducts
Locking Glove Box
Driver Foot Rest
Unique HD Cloth Front Bucket Seats w/Vinyl Rear -inc: reduced bolsters, 6-way power track driver seat (fore/aft, up/down, tilt w/manual recline, 2-way manual lumbar), 8-way power track passenger seat w/2- 5/13/25, 3:24 PM Sell, service, and deliver letter
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way power recline and 2-way power lumbar and built-in steel intrusion plates in both driver/passenger seatbacks
Interior Trim -inc: Metal-Look Instrument Panel Insert, Metal-Look Door Panel Insert and Metal-Look Interior Accents
Full Cloth Headliner
Urethane Gear Shifter Material
Day-Night Rearview Mirror
Driver And Passenger Visor Vanity Mirrors
Mini Overhead Console w/Storage and 2 12V DC Power Outlets Front And Rear Map Lights
Fade-To-Off Interior Lighting
Full Vinyl/Rubber Floor Covering
Carpet Floor Trim
Cargo Features -inc: Cargo Tray/Organizer
Cargo Space Lights
Fleet Telematics Modem Tracker System
Dashboard Storage, Driver And Passenger Door Bins
Power 1st Row Windows w/Driver And Passenger 1-Touch Up/Down Delayed Accessory Power
Power Door Locks
Driver Information Center
Redundant Digital Speedometer
Trip Computer
Digital/Analog Appearance
Seats w/Vinyl Back Material
Manual Adjustable Front Head Restraints and Manual Adjustable Rear Head Restraints Perimeter Alarm
2 12V DC Power Outlets
Air Filtration
Electronic Stability Control (ESC) And Roll Stability Control (RSC) ABS And Driveline Traction Control
Side Impact Beams
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Seat-Mounted Side Airbags Reverse Sensing System Rear Parking Sensors
BLIS (Blind Spot Information System) Blind Spot
Pre-Collision Assist with Pedestrian Detection
Rear Cross-Traffic Braking
Collision Mitigation-Front
Tire Specific Low Tire Pressure Warning
Dual Stage Driver And Passenger Front Airbags
Curtain 1st And 2nd Row Airbags
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Airbag Occupancy Sensor
Passenger Knee Airbag
Rear Child Safety Locks
Outboard Front Lap And Shoulder Safety Belts -inc: Rear Center 3 Point, Height Adjusters and Pretensioners
Back-Up Camera w/Washer
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1 STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF LIVINGSTON TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF 6 (SIX) COLT AR RIFLES, 11
(ELEVEN) RED-DOT SIGHTS, 11 (ELEVEN) NOISE SUPPRESSORS, 1 (ONE) DANIEL DEFENSE RIFLE, 1 (ONE) RIFLE SCOPE W/RINGS, 1 (ONE) SPOTTING SCOPE, 1 (ONE) RANGE-FINDER AND (1) RIFLE CASE
MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Frederick Schiff, Chief of Police
REVIEWED BY: José A. Ramírez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve a resolution of the City Council of Livingston to authorize the purchase of 6 (six) Colt AR rifles,11 (eleven) Red-Dot sights, 11 (eleven) noise suppressors, 1 (one) Daniel Defense rifle, 1 (one) rifle scope w/rings, 1 (spotting scope, 1 (one) rangefinder, and (1) rifle case.

BACKGROUND:

The Livingston Police Department currently possesses 5 (five) Colt AR rifles. Due to the increase in staffing (full-staffing, reserves and Explorer Scout training), the Police Department is at least 6 (six) rifles short. The Police Range staff has conducted an audit of the Department’s needs with respect to rifles and associated equipment and has made several recommendations to the Chief.

1. Purchase 6 (six) more AR rifles to facilitate a rifle for every officer deployed. The Colt AR rifle is identical to our existing rifles.

2. Purchase 11 (eleven) Red-Dot sights for each AR rifle in our inventory.

3. Purchase 11 (eleven) noise suppressors for each AR rifle.

4. Purchase (1) Daniel Defense .308 Winchester long-rifle with matching scope and protective case.

5. Purchase (1) spotting scope and (1) rangefinder to accompany the Daniel rifle.

DISCUSSION:

The Livingston Range Staff identified the need for 6 (six) more AR rifles in order to be able to supply each officer during full staffing at full deployment. This number also assumes the possibility of one to two inoperable rifles. The Colt AR provides each officer with the ability to respond to critical incidents (active-shooter, barricaded suspect and hostage situations) with a weapon platform able to address body armor, distance and firepower concerns. This weapon is considered mandatory for officer-safety given the prevalence of these weapons in society.

2 The current 5 (five) Colt ARs in the police inventory are not equipped with Red-Dot sights or noise suppressors. The Red-Dot slight provides advanced safety in that it provides the officer with much greater accuracy. Greater accuracy minimizes the liability of stray rounds. Noice suppressors have now become the standard of safety for officers and the military. Studies have shown that repeated noise during practice damages officer’s eardrums, even with protective hearing devices. During an actual incident, especially inside a building, the noise can be so deafening and cause so much distraction for the officer that it creates an officer safety hazard.

The Red-Dot sight request and noise suppressors will bring all 11 (eleven) rifles into standard of practice compliance.

The Daniel Defense rifle is a weapon platform which is also intended to be used for officer safety and surveillance. This rifle is used primarily in conjunction with a second officer, comprising a “rifle team”. A rifle team receives POST (Police Officer Standards and Training) certified training and can be used as an observational unit, able to remain out of sight and far away from an incident in order to provide intelligence with minimal risk to personnel. These distances can frequently be beyond the capabilities of the AR Colt rifles. An effective team requires a rifle able to function at great distances, with a scope to match the rifle’s capability. A second officer (spotter) utilizes a larger field of view spotting scope and a rangefinder to determine distance. A suspect located in a farmhouse, climbing a tower or a take-over of a store front would be examples of appropriate deployment.

The Merced County Sheriff’s do not have a competent rifle team, nor could they be expected to deploy to an incident in a timely manner. The Livingston Police Department will train a number of officers so that a Rifle Team is always available.

A rifle case, scope, spotting scope and rangefinder are necessary equipment to support the Daniel rifle.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for $28,778.71.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. LC Action Supply Quotation

1 RESOLUTION 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF 6 (SIX) COLT AR RIFLES, 11 (ELEVEN) REDDOT SIGHTS, 11 (ELEVEN) NOISE SUPPRESSORS, 1 (ONE) DANIEL DEFENSE RIFLE, 1 (ONE) RIFLE SCOPE W/RINGS, 1 (ONE) SPOTTING SCOPE, 1 (ONE) RANGE-FINDER AND (1) RIFLE CASE
WHEREAS, the Livingston Police Department has identified a critical need to expand and modernize its rifle inventory to ensure officer safety and operational readiness; and WHEREAS, the Department currently possesses five (5) Colt AR rifles, which is insufficient to equip all officers during full deployment, including reserves and Explorer Scout training; and
WHEREAS, the Department’s Range Staff conducted an audit and recommended the acquisition of additional rifles and related equipment to meet current and future operational demands; and
WHEREAS, the proposed purchase includes six (6) Colt AR rifles, eleven (11) Red-Dot sights, eleven (11) noise suppressors, one (1) Daniel Defense .308 Winchester rifle, one (1) rifle scope with rings, one (1) spotting scope, one (1) rangefinder, and one (1) rifle case; and
WHEREAS, the Red-Dot sights and noise suppressors will bring all eleven (11) rifles in the Department’s inventory into compliance with modern safety and operational standards, enhancing accuracy and reducing hearing-related risks; and WHEREAS, the Daniel Defense rifle and associated equipment will support the formation of a trained Rifle Team capable of long-range observation and response, filling a critical tactical gap not currently addressed by regional partners; and WHEREAS, funding for this purchase will be drawn from salary savings within the Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2024/2025 General Fund budget (Account #1100-102-4110), and the total cost will be reduced through a weapons exchange trade-in; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Livingston as follows:

1. The City Council hereby authorizes the purchase of the following items for the Livingston Police Department:
• Six (6) Colt AR rifles
• Eleven (11) Red-Dot sights
• Eleven (11) noise suppressors
• One (1) Daniel Defense .308 Winchester rifle
• One (1) rifle scope with rings
• One (1) spotting scope
• One (1) rangefinder
• One (1) rifle case

2 2. The City Council authorizes the use of salary savings from the Police Department’s General Fund budget (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase in the amount of $28,778.71.

3. The City Manager, or their designee, is authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase, including any trade-in agreements and vendor contracts.

I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-___ is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on the 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: _______________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
Of City of Livingston
ATTEST:
_______________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

~ LC ACTION POLICE SUPPLY QUOTATION 1088 N FIRST STREET SAN JOSE CA 95112 Date May-02-2025
TEL: 408 294-2677 • FAX 408 294-6444
EMAIL: [email protected]
STATE OF CA SBE CERTIFICATION# 1017260
To: Ship To:

DAIHN VILLARREAL

LIVINGSTON PD
EM: [email protected]
PH: (209)844-6263
CUST# QUOTED BY EST. DELIVERY F.O.B. TERMS
KYLE M ILLER NET 30
QTY. DESCRIPTION PRICE TOTAL
6 COLT LE6933-EPR 11.5" 5.56 SBR M LOK MBUS PRO FLIP SIGHTS SEMI-AUTO 1098.71 6592.26 11 AIM POINT DUTY RDS 200759 DUTY RIFLE RED DOT 2MOA 39MM TNP MNT 466.59 5132.49 11 HUXWRX FLOW 556K SUPPRESSOR & QD FLASH HIDER KIT BLACK #2449 948.42 10432.62 1 DANIEL DEFENSE DDS V4 18" 7.62/.308 SEMI-AUTO RIFLE 02-158-13210-047 2125.73 2125.73 1 EOTECH Vudu 3.S-18x50 FFP Riflescope - MDl Reticle (MRAD) OR MD2 (MOA) 1387.48 1387.48 1 EOTECH PRS 2" Cantilever Scope Ring Mount - 34mm Dia x 37mm High 183.72 183.72 1 LEUPOLD SX-2 Alpine HD Gen 2 20-60x60mm Angled spotting scope #185683 350.00 350.00 1 LEUPOLD RX-1400i TBR/W w/Flightpath Gen 2 183727 186.67 186.67 1 PELICAN VAULT V800 DOUBLE RIFLE HARD CASE 225.00 225.00

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0.00 Notes: SUBTOTAL $26,615.97
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11 SALES RATE 7.750%
SALES TAX 2062.74
SHIPPING 100.00
- TOTAL $28,778.71
1 STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: RESOLUTION TO AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE OF POLICE RANGE TRAINING EQUIPMENT; HANDGUN AND RIFLE SIMULATION
DEVICES AND SAFETY GEAR $7,020.99.

MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Frederick Schiff, Chief of Police
REVIEWED BY: José A. Ramírez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

To approve a resolution of the City Council of Livingston to authorize the purchase of Police Range training equipment; handgun and rifle simulation equipment and safety gear $7,020.99.

BACKGROUND:

This resolution provides for the purchase of training equipment which compliments and interchanges with the Livingston Police Department’s Glock G45 handgun and Colt AR rifle resolution request.

The Livingston Police Department currently possess a “shoot-house” located at the Police Range. This shoot-house affords an incredible opportunity for officers to train under extremely realistic conditions, utilizing their own Department issued duty weapons. Officers can train while being observed from above by instructors and evaluators. This real-life simulation training increases any officer’s survivability and competence, training which is extremely perishable.

Shoot/don’t shoot scenarios afford officers the opportunity to train to make split second life or death decisions. The equipment suggested in this resolution is imperative for the operational benefits of the shoot-house.

Providing simunitions training is one of the most persuasive arguments available in a Civil trial where an Officer Involved Shooting is being questioned, and a City is required to defend itself in a lawsuit.

DISCUSSION:

In order to facilitate this intense and demanding training, specialized equipment has been developed. This equipment is divided into two parts. First, conversion equipment changes the Livingston Police Department’s duty weapons from lethal, to non-lethal simunition firing devices.

The benefit to using an officer’s own weapon is that often components are changed to accommodate the officer, smaller hands might use a larger grip for instance. This training provides a nearly 100% real-world replication of various shooting scenarios. The objective is to train officers to make the best judgement possible when operating under conditions which may or may not require lethal force.

2 The attached sales quote identifies 4 (four) Glock G45 handgun and 2 (two) AR Colt rifle conversion kits from lethal to simunitions. These conversion kits allow for easy installation and then removal from the officer’s actual duty weapon(s).

The second part requires safety equipment which prevents non-lethal simunitions from making eye contact (full face masks). While non-lethal, the projectiles can cause minor welts, ear and eye damage.

The attached sales quote identifies 6 black full-face masks for head protection, which is mandatory safety equipment when operating with simunitions.

Range Staff attempted to identify 3 (three) competitive bids, according to City policy. This was not possible because a limited number of manufacturers make simunition conversion kits for the Glock G45, or the Colt AR. Dana Safety Supply, INC was the only manufacturer at this time making a conversion kit for simunitions which could easily be switched back and forth as specified by Range staff.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for $7,020.99.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Dana Safety Supply, INC sales quote

1 RESOLUTION 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF POLICE RANGE TRAINING EQUIPMENT;

HANDGUN AND RIFLE SIMULATION DEVICES AND SAFETY GEAR
WHEREAS, the Livingston Police Department maintains a shoot-house training facility that provides officers with realistic, scenario-based training using their departmentissued weapons; and WHEREAS, the Department has identified the need to enhance its training capabilities by acquiring handgun and rifle simulation conversion kits and mandatory safety gear to support non-lethal training exercises; and
WHEREAS, the proposed equipment includes four (4) Glock G45 handgun conversion kits, two (2) Colt AR rifle conversion kits, and six (6) full-face protective masks, all of which are essential for safe and effective simunition-based training; and WHEREAS, the use of simunition training significantly improves officer decision-making under stress, enhances survivability, and provides critical legal defensibility in the event of an officer-involved shooting; and
WHEREAS, Dana Safety Supply, Inc. is currently the only manufacturer offering compatible and easily interchangeable simunition conversion kits for the Glock G45 and Colt AR platforms, making competitive bidding infeasible; and WHEREAS, funding for the purchase will be drawn from salary savings within the Police Department’s Fiscal Year 2024/2025 General Fund budget (Account #1100-102-4110), with additional cost savings realized through a weapons exchange trade-in; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Livingston as follows:

1. The City Council hereby authorizes the purchase of the following Police Range training equipment from Dana Safety Supply, Inc.:
• Four (4) Glock G45 handgun simunition conversion kits • Two (2) Colt AR rifle simunition conversion kits
• Six (6) full-face protective masks

2. The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for the amount of $7,020.99.

3. The City Manager, or their designee, is authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase.

I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-___ is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on the 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

2 AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: ______________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
Of City of Livingston
ATTEST:
_______________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

DANA SAFETY SUPPLY, INC
4809 KOGER BLVD
GREENSBORO, NC 27407
Sales Quote
Telephone: 800-847-8762
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Livingston Police Deaprtment
1446 C Street
Livingston, CA 95334
United States
Contact: Anthony Vieira
Telephone: 209-765-5756
E-mail: [email protected]
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Livingston Police Deaprtment
1446 C Street
Livingston, CA 95334
United States
Contact: Anthony Vieira
Telephone: 209-765-5756
E-maiJ: [email protected]
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DANA SAFETY SUPPLY, INC
4809 KOGER BLVD
GREENSBORO, NC 27407
Telephone: 800-847-8762
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Livingston Police Deaprtment
1446 C Street
Livingston, CA 95334
United Stat es
Contact: Anthony Vieira
Telephone: 209-765-5756
E-mail: [email protected]
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1 STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: RESOLUTION APPROVING THE SALVAGE OF WRECKED VEHICLE

AND THE PURCHASE AND REPLACEMENT OF CITY OF

LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE WHICH WAS

INVOLVED IN A COLLISION

MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Frederick Schiff, Chief of Police
APPROVED By: Jose Ramirez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt Resolution No. 2025- ___, approving the salvage of wrecked vehicle and the purchase and replacement of City of Livingston Police Department vehicle which was involved in a collision.

BACKGROUND:

On April 05, 2025, Chief of Police Frederick Schiff was involved in a collision while driving his assigned City of Livingston Police Department work vehicle, unit 2214. Chief Schiff was on his way to a Police Explorer Detail when he was rear-ended by another motorist. An investigation was conducted by the California Highway Patrol (report #9320-2025-011710), and it was determined that the other party was at fault.

An inspection was completed by the City’s pooled Insurance CSJVRMA (Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Association), on the City of Livingston Chief’s work vehicle, a 2022 Ford Explorer. It was determined that there was over $23,000 in damage. A claim was filed on April 14, 2025, through the program administrator, Sedgwick. Sedgwick determined the vehicle to be a total loss.

On April 21, 2025, City of Livingston staff received correspondence from Harmik Ebrahimi, a claims adjuster for the Insurance Administrator (Sedgwick). In the correspondence, Harmik explained that the 2022 Ford Explorer owned by the City of Livingston was a total loss, and that the City had permission to purchase a new like-kind vehicle. The policy requires a brand-new vehicle of the same model and features as the vehicle being replaced. There is no dollar threshold for the replacement. The replacement reimbursement also includes the cost of outfitting the vehicle to match the emergency equipment in the original vehicle (radio, lights and siren).

CSJVRMA’s “Pool” policy requires a $10,000.00 dollar deductible. The City of Livingston is required to pay this deductible first, after which Sedgwick will reimburse the balance and associated expenses (emergency equipment) for the vehicle. One further caveat is that the City of Livingston was required to salvage the damaged vehicle. The salvage reimbursement to the City (by check) was $8,500.00 from Insurance Auto Auctions which was the highest bid of three separate companies.

Three salvage companies were contacted and the City was provided with the following quotes:

2 1. Insurance Auto Auctions $8,500.00

2. Cash For Cars $4,000.00

3. Valley Auto Wreckers $3,000.00
DISCUSSION:

Three dealership quotes were obtained in order to meet the City of Livingston’s competitive bid process. These three vehicles comply with the CSJVRMA requirements for a like-kind 2025 Ford Explorer replacement vehicle. The bids are as follows, with Razzari Ford supplying the lowest bid:

Base Price Tax, License
& Fees
Sub-Total Emergency
Equip Upfit
TOTAL
Razzari
Ford
$41,620.65 $3,776.99 $45,397.64 $4,960.00 $50,357.64
Manteca
Ford
$42,330.80 $4,489.13 $46,819.93 $4,960.00 $51,779.93
Heritage
Ford
$42,330.00 $4,979.48 $47,312.48 $4,960.00 $52,272.48

FISCAL IMPACT
The City Council authorizes the use of Police Department salary savings from the General Fund (Account #1100-102-4110) to fund the purchase for $50,357.64.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Emergency Equipment removal and installation Quote

3. Three (3) quotes for 2025 Ford Explorer

1 RESOLUTION 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON

APPROVING THE SALVAGE OF WRECKED VEHICLE AND THE PURCHASE AND

REPLACEMENT OF CITY OF LIVINGSTON POLICE DEPARTMENT VEHICLE

WHICH WAS INVOLVED IN A COLLISION
WHEREAS, on April 5, 2025, the City of Livingston suffered a total loss of a Livingston Police Department Chief of Police vehicle as a result of a traffic collision; and WHEREAS, an investigation was completed, and it was determined that the Livingston Police Department employee was not at fault; and
WHEREAS, the City’s pooled insurance provider, the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Association (CSJVRMA), through its administrator Sedgwick, assessed the damage to the 2022 Ford Explorer and declared the vehicle a total loss, with damages exceeding $23,000; and
WHEREAS, Sedgwick authorized the City to purchase a brand-new, like-kind replacement vehicle, including outfitting costs for emergency equipment (radio, lights, and siren), with no dollar threshold for reimbursement; and WHEREAS, in accordance with the City’s competitive bid process, three quotes were obtained for a like-kind 2025 Ford Explorer, and Razzari Ford submitted the lowest bid at $50,357.64, including emergency outfitting; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Livingston hereby authorizes
1) the purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer from Razzari Ford in the amount of $50,357.64, including emergency equipment outfitting, and 2) the City Manager, or their designee, is authorized to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase and coordinate with CSJVRMA and Sedgwick. 3) the approval of salvaging the 2022 Ford Explorer

I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-___ is a full, true, and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on the 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: _________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
Of City of Livingston
ATTEST
_______________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
Of the City of Livingston

2 APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

Steele Public Safety Systems
8546 Carmellia Ave
Dos Palos Ca 93620
Phone: 559-301-3455
[email protected]

I BILL TO
City Of Livingston:

Livingston Police Department
1446 C St
Livingston Ca 95334

DESCRIPTION
New Chief Vehicle
Removal: All Emergency Vehicle Equipment
Installation: 4 Ion Rear LED lights
2 Vertex LED Tail Lights
Carbide Siren Module
Whelan Avenger Visor Light
4 T Series LED Grill Lights
2 Ion LED front Bumper Lights
2 Vetrex White LED grill lights
Center Consol Whelan Control Head
Whelan Siren Speaker
Labor: 31@$160.00/hr
Quote subject to Change
Thank you for your business!
Payment Due upon Receipt

INVOICE
INVOICE# DATE
Quote 5/02/25

I AMOUNT
I TOTAL $4,960.00
Invoice Template © 2014 Vertex42.com
May 27, 2025 09:55 AM
John Ramirez
, CA 95334
C: (209) 646-4270
H: (209) 464-4270
[email protected]
Stock # 2500054
2025 Ford Explorer, Body Type: Sport Utility
Color: Star White Metallic Tri-Coat, 8 Miles VIN:1FMUK7DH8SGB23667 Purchase (Monthly)
48 Mo 60 Mo 72 Mo

3.9% 4.9% 5.9%
$0 $1,068 $893 $784
$3,000 $1,000 $836 $734
$5,000 $955 $798 $701
MSRP/Retail $45,605.00
Selling Price $42,333.00
Total Savings $3,272.00
Total Savings + Rebate $3,272.00
Government Fee $811.75
Proc/Doc Fee $85.00
Total Taxes $4,082.73
Amount Financed $47,312.48
Customer Signature Date Manager Signature Date

Vehicle
2025 FORD EXPLORER ACTIVE
Stock 25070
VIN 1FMUK7DH2SGB42103
Type New Vehicle
Model
Number
K7D
Exterior STAR WHITE METALLIC TRI-COAT
Engine 2.3L ECOBOOST I-4
Transmission .10-SPEED AUTO

TRANSMISSION
Drive Rear Wheel Drive
Body RWD
Odometer 12
Options
Base Price $39,855.00
AZ - STAR WHITE MET TRI-COAT $795.00
S - ACTIVEX SEAT MATERIAL $0.00
7 - LIGHT SPACE GRAY INTERIOR $0.00
200A - EQUIPMENT GROUP $0.00
.18" SILVER PAINTED ALUM WHLS $0.00
99H - .2.3L ECOBOOST I-4 ENGINE $0.00
44T - .10-SPEED AUTO

TRANSMISSION
$0.00
.P255/65R18 A/S BSW TIRES $0.00
JOB #2 ORDER $0.00
CV LOT MANAGEMENT $0.00

CA NEW MTR VEHICLE BOARD
FEES
$0.00
425 - 50 STATE EMISSIONS $0.00
68A - ACTIVE COMFORT PACKAGE $3,360.00
.REMOTE START SYSTEM $0.00
.LED FOG LAMPS $0.00
.UNIVERSAL GARAGE DOOR
OPENER
$0.00
.HEATED STEERING WHEEL $0.00
.LED SIGNATURE LIGHTING $0.00
.8-WAY POWER PASSENGER SEAT $0.00
Customer
Name CITY OF

LIVINGSTON
City, State LIVINGSTON, CA
Zip Code 95334
Code 257647
Lead Not Set
Contract Date 05/27/2025
Payment Date 05/27/2025
Cash
Selling Price $42,330.80
Registration/Transfer/Titling Fe $743.00
California Tire Fee $8.75
Document Processing Charge $85.00
Electronic Filing Fee $34.00
Vehicle License Fees $0.00
Trade $0.00
Sub-Total $43,201.55
California Taxable $42,415.80
California 8.75% $3,711.38
Payout Lien Amount $0.00
Cash Down $0.00
Total Balance Due $46,912.93
Amount Received $0.00
Due on Delivery $46,912.93
Date: 05/27/2025
Key: CITY250527
Tax: CA
Rep:

Phone: (209) 239-3561
Fax:

MANTECA FORD
555 N MAIN STREET
MANTECA, CA, 95336
I / We have reviewed the above disclosure and agree to the vehicle, price and payment information as declared. **Offer good for 24 hours and subject to credit approval** x x
CITY OF LIVINGSTON Dealer Acceptance

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& EXOTIC HIGH LINE
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555 N. Main Street. Mmueca, CA 95336
Phone (209) 239-3561 Fu.\· (209) 239-0939
Date: 05/27/2025
Key: CITY250527
Tax: CA
Rep:

Phone: (209) 239-3561
Fax:

MANTECA FORD
555 N MAIN STREET
MANTECA, CA, 95336
Options
153 - FRONT LICENSE PLATE

BRACKET
$0.00
Vehicle Price $44,010.00
Adjustment ($1,679.20)
Selling Price $42,330.80
I / We have reviewed the above disclosure and agree to the vehicle, price and payment information as declared. **Offer good for 24 hours and subject to credit approval** x x
CITY OF LIVINGSTON Dealer Acceptance

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& EXOTIC HIGH LINE
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555 N. Mai11 Street. Mmueca, CA 95336
Phone (209) 239-3561 Fu.\· (209) 239-0939

RAZZARI FORD
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AUTO CENTERS
1234 AUTO CENTER DRIVE
Merced, CA 95340
Phone: (209} 383-3673 EXT 3631
Fax:(209)354-2050
ESCRlPT!ON
2025 FORD EXPLORER ACTIVE
THANI< YOU FOR YOUR BUSINESS!
QUOTE
for: CiTV Of LIVINGSTON
# OF UNITS UNIT TOTAL
1 $41,620.65
....

SUBTOTAL $41,620.65
TAX RATE 8.750%
SALES TAX $3,64-9.24-
DOC FEE $85.00
TIRE FEE $8.75
E-FIL!NG FEE $34.00
TOTAL $45,397.64

STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: Adopt a Resolution approving the City of Livingston FY 25/26 List of Eligible Projects for Funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) created by Senate Bill (SB) 1 Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, and Authorizing the City Manager to file with the California Transportation Commission the Project List and Annual Expenditure Report for FY 25/26 RMRA Funding
MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Noe Martinez, PE, Gouveia Engineering
REVIEWED BY: Jose Antonio Ramirez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. ____, as follows:

1. Approving the City of Livingston FY 25/26 List of eligible projects for funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account administered by the California Transportation Commission in partnership with the State Controller’s office, and

2. Authorizing the City Manager to file with the California Transportation Commission (CTC) the Project List and Annual Expenditure Report for FY 25/26 RMRA Funding.

BACKGROUND:

Senate Bill 1 (SB 1), the Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 (Chapter 5, Statutes of 2017) was passed by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor on April 28, 2017, in order to address the transportation funding shortfalls statewide. Findings from the 2016-2023 California Statewide Local Streets and Roads Needs Assessment show that a majority of the city streets and roads in California are at an “at-risk” condition and this funding will provide for improving the roads system. It is anticipated that over the current decade and beyond, SB 1 will contribute to restoring streets and roads into a “good” condition. SB 1 funding is generated from increased gasoline and diesel fuel excise taxes and additional vehicle registration fees for California residents.

SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions to ensure the funding is used promptly for eligible transportation projects including, but not limited to, road maintenance and rehabilitation, safety projects, railroad grade separations, “complete streets” components, and traffic control devices.

Funding recipients must prepare a list of eligible projects to receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account on a fiscal year basis. This list must include a description and the location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for the project’s completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvement. Funding recipients are also required to prepare annual reports to indicate expenditure levels and completion status for each proposed project on a fiscal year basis.

Cities and counties receive an annual allocation, determined from a population formula, which is distributed on a monthly basis. SB 1 mandates that this new RMRA funding must not be used to supplant the current level of General Fund expenditures for street improvements and will be subject to oversight by the State Controller as part of the accountability and transparency provisions.

DISCUSSION:

This year’s allocation corresponds to the ninth year of funding and the eighth consecutive full allocation since the program’s inception. The funds were first made available to cities and counties during Fiscal Year 2017-2018 as a partial allocation from the regular fiscal year amount.

In order to receive the FY 25/26 SB 1 funding, the City of Livingston must submit to the California Transportation Commission by July 1, 2025, or as extended by the Commission, a list of eligible projects approved by resolution by the City Council and submitted electronically using the CTCdeveloped online tool.

The City has determined a project list consisting of both new and previously proposed and adopted (Re-listed) projects for the SB 1 RMRA Program.

The City of Livingston’s FY 25/26 allocation is estimated at $374,819 per the Local Streets and Roads – Projected Revenues dated January, 2025, and as published by the California City Finance website. It is recommended that these funds be designated for the following new or Re-listed eligible projects:

1. Winton Parkway Rehabilitation (from Joseph Gallo Drive to SR 99) – Re-listed

2. Hammatt Avenue Rehabilitation (from Campbell Boulevard to SR 99) – Re-listed

3. Stefani Avenue Rehabilitation (from Davis Street to Campbell Boulevard) – Re-listed

4. Main Street Rehabilitation (from D Street to I Street; formerly E Street to I Street) – Re-listed

5. Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 1 (various streets: Walnut Avenue and Dwight Way) – New

6. Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 2 (Dwight Way from Tehama Drive to Trigger Lane) – New

7. 2026 Slurry Seal Project (various streets: F Street, Winton Parkway, Talara Drive, Madrid Way, Barcelona Drive, Paradise Drive, Dosangh Court, Hilltop Avenue, Auburn Court, Auburn Avenue, Fernwood Way, Tashima Drive, Parkside Way, Jasmine Lane, Vinemaple Way, and Lilac Lane) – New
The attached project list (Exhibit 1) provides more detail including the project description, location, estimated completion date, and useful life.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Exhibit 1 - FY 25-26 Project List

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON APPROVING THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON FY 25/26 LIST OF ELIGIBLE

PROJECTS FOR FUNDING FROM THE ROAD MAINTENANCE AND
REHABILITATION ACCOUNT (RMRA) CREATED BY SENATE BILL 1: ROAD REPAIR AND ACCOUNTABILITY ACT OF 2017, AND AUTHORIZING THE

CITY MANAGER TO FILE WITH THE CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION

COMMISSION THE PROJECT LIST AND ANNUAL EXPENDITURE REPORT FOR FY 2025/2026 RMRA FUNDING
WHEREAS, the City of Livingston is eligible to receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account (RMRA) created by Senate Bill (SB) 1, Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017, passed by the Legislature and signed into law by the Governor on April 28, 2017, in order to address the transportation funding shortfalls statewide; and WHEREAS, RMRA funding is generated from increased gasoline and diesel fuel excise taxes and additional vehicle registration fees for California residents, cities and counties receive an annual allocation, determined from a population formula, which is distributed on a monthly basis; and
WHEREAS, SB 1 includes accountability and transparency provisions to ensure the funding is used promptly for eligible transportation projects including, but not limited to, road maintenance and rehabilitation, safety projects, railroad grade separations, “complete streets” components, and traffic control devices, this new RMRA funding must not be used to supplant the current level of General Fund expenditures for street improvements and will be subject to oversight by the State Controller’s office; and
WHEREAS, funding recipients must prepare a list of eligible projects to receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account on a fiscal year basis and approved by resolution by the governing board. This list must include a description and location of each proposed project, a proposed schedule for completion, and the estimated useful life of the improvements; and
WHEREAS, the City has ensured public input and developed the most high-priority and costeffective projects to receive SB 1 revenues and that would meet the City’s priorities for transportation investment; and
WHEREAS, the list of selected projects includes both new and previously proposed and adopted (Re-listed) projects that will be partially or solely funded with the RMRA FY 25/26 allocation. With the relisting of previously proposed and adopted projects and inclusion of new projects in this resolution, the City is reaffirming the public and the State the City’s intent to fund these projects with Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account revenues; and WHEREAS, the City’s FY 2025/2026 allocation will be appropriated to the eligible projects listed below and as shown on Exhibit 1:

1. Winton Parkway Rehabilitation (from Joseph Gallo Drive to SR 99) – Re-listed

2. Hammatt Avenue Rehabilitation (from Campbell Boulevard to SR 99) – Re-listed

3. Stefani Avenue Rehabilitation (from Davis Street to Campbell Boulevard) – Re-listed

4. Main Street Rehabilitation (from D Street to I Street; formerly E Street to I Street) – Relisted

5. Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 1 (various streets: Walnut Avenue and Dwight Way) – New

6. Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 2 (Dwight Way from Tehama Drive to Trigger Lane) – New

7. 2026 Slurry Seal Project (various streets: F Street, Winton Parkway, Talara Drive, Madrid Way, Barcelona Drive, Paradise Drive, Dosangh Court, Hilltop Avenue, Auburn Court, Auburn Avenue, Fernwood Way, Tashima Drive, Parkside Way, Jasmine Lane, Vinemaple Way, and Lilac Lane) – New; and
WHEREAS, the above listed projects and overall investment in our local streets and roads infrastructure with a focus on basic maintenance and safety, investing in complete streets infrastructure, and using cutting-edge technology, materials and practices, will have significant positive benefits for the City of Livingston and its residents; and WHEREAS, the City is required to submit to the California Transportation Commission by July 1, 2025, or as extended by the Commission, the FY 2025/2026 List of Eligible projects and a resolution that shows these projects were approved to receive FY 25/26 SB 1 funds; and WHEREAS, funding recipients must prepare an annual report to indicate expenditure levels and completion status for each proposed project on a fiscal year basis.

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

Section 1. The City Council approves the above proposed FY 2025/2026 List of eligible projects to receive funding from the Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Account.

Section 2. The FY 25/26 SB 1 funds will be appropriated on the City’s FY 25/26 Budget.

Section 3. The City Manager is hereby authorized and directed to submit to the California Transportation Commission the Project List and Annual Expenditure Report for FY 2025/2026 RMRA Funding.

Section 4. This resolution will become effective immediately.

I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-__ is a full, true and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

By: ______________________________
Jose A. Moran, Mayor
of the City of Livingston

ATTEST:
___________________________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
____________________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

STATE OF CALIFORNIA • CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Senate Bill (SB) 1 Proposed Project List Form
Agency Contact:

Jose Antonio Ramirez
(209) 394-8041
LoCode: 5256 [email protected]
PreConstruction Construction Min. Max.

PP01
Winton Parkway Rehabilitation
(Re-listed)
Roadway rehabilitation In the City of Livingston between Joseph Gallo Drive and SR 99 08/2027 08/2028 10 20
PP02
Hammatt Avenue Rehabilitation
(Re-listed)
Roadway rehabilitation In the City of Livingston between Campbell Boulevard and SR 99 08/2026 08/2027 10 20
PP03
Stefani Avenue Rehabilitation (Relisted)Reconstruction of the roadway structural section In the City of Livingston between Davis Street and Campbell Boulevard 08/2026 08/2027 10 20
PP04
Main Street Rehabilitation (Relisted)Pulverize and repave roadway In the City of Livingston between D Street and I Street 08/2025 08/2026 10 20
PP05
Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 1
(New)
Construct new sidewalk improvements At various locations in the City of Livingston; Walnut Avenue between end of
existing sidewalk due east to Dwight Way,
Dwight Way from Walnut Avenue to
Tehama Drive
08/2025 08/2026 10 20
PP06
Max Foster Multiuse Path Phase 2
(New)
Construct new sidewalk improvements In the City of Livingston on Dwight Way between Tehama Drive to approximately
200' north of Trigger Lane 08/2025 08/2026 10 20
Estimated
Useful Life
(# of yrs)
Local Streets and Roads Program
Project
No.

Project Title Project Description Project Location
Estimated Completion Date
(mm/dd/yyyy)
FY
25/26
Agency Name:

Livingston
Summary of Proposed Project List
1 of 2
Exhibit 1

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA • CALIFORNIA TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION Senate Bill (SB) 1 Proposed Project List Form
Agency Contact:

Jose Antonio Ramirez
(209) 394-8041
LoCode: 5256 [email protected]
PreConstruction Construction Min. Max.

Estimated
Useful Life
(# of yrs)
Local Streets and Roads Program
Project
No.

Project Title Project Description Project Location
Estimated Completion Date
(mm/dd/yyyy)
FY
25/26
Agency Name:

Livingston
Summary of Proposed Project List
PP07
2026 Slurry Seal Project (New) Roadway crack sealing and slurry sealing At various locations in the City of Livingston; F Street between Robin Avenue
and Winton Parkway, Winton Parkway
between F Street and Peach Avenue, Talara
Drive between Madrid Way and end of culde-sac, Madrid Way between Talara Drive and Barcelona Drive, Barcelona Drive
between F Street and Lilac Lane, Paradise
Drive between Talara Drive and end of culde-sac, Dosangh Court between Paradise Drive and end of cul-de-sac, Hilltop Avenue
between F Street and Paradise Drive,
Auburn Court between Paradise Drive and
end of cul-de-sac, Auburn Avenue between
Paradise Drive and Tashima Avenue,
Fernwood Way between Paradise Drive
and Kensington Drive, Tashima Drive
between Fernwood Way and end of cul-desac, Parkside Way between Tashima Drive and Lilac Lane, Jasmine Lane between
Fernwood Way and Parkside Way,
Vinemaple Way between Jasmine Lane and
Lilac Lane, Lilac Lane between Fernwood
Way and Parkside Way
08/2026 08/2027 5 10
PP08
PP09
2 of 2
Exhibit 1

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STAFF REPORT
AGENDA ITEM: A Resolution Establishing the City’s Public Hearing Procedures Required by Assembly Bill 2561/Government Code Section 3502.3.

Conduct a Public Hearing and receive and file of the City of Livingston AB2561 Vacancy Rates Public Hearing presentation
MEETING DATE: June 3, 2025
PREPARED BY: Arcelia Cruz, Human Resources Coordinator
REVIEWED BY: Jose Antonio Ramirez, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends City Council adopt the attached Resolution which establishes the procedures required by Assembly Bill (“AB”) 2561. (Gov. Code § 3502.3.).

The procedures establish the framework and requirements for holding public hearings and reporting on the City’s workforce vacancies, and recruitment and retention efforts. As well as providing the City’s recognized employee organizations with an opportunity to make a presentation on such subjects. (Procedures attached here to and marked as “Exhibit A”).

Conduct a Public Hearing regarding and receive and file the City of Livingston AB2561 Vacancy Rates Public Hearing presentation.

BACKGROUND:

On September 22, 2024, Governor Newsom signed Assembly Bill 2561 (“AB 2561”) into law to amend the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (“MMBA”) and create Government Code Section 3502.3 (GC 3502.3), thereby creating a new obligation for public agencies to publicly address the status of their vacancies. As basis for the new requirements, the California Legislature determined that vacancies are a widespread and significant problem in the public sector. Vacancies require employees to take on heavier workloads, resulting in burnout and increased turnover, which negatively impacts the delivery of public service. Further, the legislature declared there is a statewide interest in ensuring that public agency operations are appropriately staffed and that high vacancy rates do not undermine public employee relations.

DISCUSSION & ANALYSIS:

AB 2561 requires public agencies, including the City, to hold at least one (1) public hearing per fiscal year to discuss vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts. This report discusses the City legal obligations under the new law, which takes effect January 1, 2025. This report recommends the adoption of measures intended to ensure compliance with such legal obligations.

In compliance with the new legal obligations, the City is required to do the following:

1. Public Hearing: At least once each fiscal year, at a public hearing before the City Council, the City shall present information regarding the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts (Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(1)) and identify any necessary changes to policies, procedures, and recruitment activities that may lead to obstacles in the hiring process (Gov. Code § 3502.3(a)(3)).

2. Employee Organization Participation: Allow the recognized employee organization for each bargaining unit at the City to make presentations during the public hearing concerning vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts. There are five (5) bargaining units at the City. (Gov. Code § 3502.3(b).)

3. Additional Reporting for High Vacancy Rates: If vacancies within a single bargaining unit meet or exceed 20% of authorized full-time positions in that bargaining unit, upon request of the recognized employee organization for that bargaining unit, the city must provide additional information during the public hearing, including the following: (1) the total number of vacancies; (2) the number of applicants; (3) the average time to fill positions; and (4) opportunities to improve compensation and working conditions for employees in the bargaining unit. (Gov. Code § 3502.3(c).)
The attached Procedures sets forth requirements regarding the information that the city will provide concerning vacancies at the City, the City’s recruitment and retention efforts, and the identification of changes to city policies, procedures, and recruitment activities. In the event that the vacancy rate in any bargaining unit is at least 20% of the total number of authorized full-time positions in the bargaining unit, the Policy sets for additional information that the Authority will provide upon request of the employee organization that represents such bargaining unit.

The Resolution also sets forth legal entitlements for recognized employee organizations to make presentations at the public hearing.

The purpose of the Resolution is to comply with applicable law and to ensure transparency, accountability, and responsiveness to community needs regarding the city recruitment practices.

City of Livingston Bargaining Groups:

There are five (5) bargaining groups in the City of Livingston consisting of sixty-two (62) authorized regular full-time positions. This is for the current FY 2024/25 budget.

Table 1: Count of Regular Full-time Positions by Bargaining Group as of May 9, 2025 City of Livingston Bargaining Group Position Count
AFSCME Local 2703 - Public Works and Parks Employees Unit 17 Clerical Employees Association 9
Management and Confidential Employees Association 10
Operating Engineers Local #3 - Livingston Police Officer's Association 22 Supervisory Employees Association 4
Vacancies
Position vacancies are created for a number of reasons including when newly budgeted positions are approved, there is internal movement such as a promotion or transfer, or when an employee leaves the organization due to retirement, voluntary resignation, or involuntary termination. When vacancies occur, it is a high priority for the Human Resources Department and the City’s hiring managers to fill vacant positions in order to ensure continuity of services, maintain operational

efficiency, minimize the need for overtime, and minimize disruptions to departmental functions.

Timely recruitment and hiring efforts help the City sustain its workforce, meet community needs, and uphold service standards while also providing opportunities for internal growth and external talent acquisition.

Although AB 2561 now requires staff to present annually on the status of vacancies and efforts to recruit and retain staff, it has always been a priority for departments to fill vacancies as soon as reasonably possible. The current vacancy for each bargaining group is under 20%.

Table 2: Vacancy Rate by Bargaining Group as of May 9, 2025.

Bargaining Group
Number of
Budget
Positions
Number of
Vacancies
Vacancy
Rate
AFSCME Local 2703 - Public Works and Parks
Employees Unit 17 1 5.9%
Clerical Employees Association 9 0 0.0%
Management and Confidential Employees Association 10 1 10.0% Operating Engineers Local #3 - Livingston Police
Officer's Association 22 1 4.5%
Supervisory Employees Association 4 0 0.0%
FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct fiscal impact associated with conducting the public hearing required under Government Code section 3205.3.

PUBLIC CONTACT:

Public contact was made by posting the Council meeting agenda on the City's official-notice bulletin board at City Hall. The agenda and this report are available on the City's website.

ATTACHMENTS:

1. Resolution

2. Policies and Procedures for Public Hearing Under AB2561 (“Exhibit A”)

3. Assembly Bill No. 2561 Local Public Employees Vacant Positions Bill Text, Including Government Code Section 3502.3

RESOLUTION NO. 2025-

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON ESTABLISHING THE CITY’S PUBLIC HEARING PROCEDURES REQUIRED BY ASSEMBLY BILL 2561/GOVERNMENT CODE 3502.3. CONDUCT A PUBLIC HEARING AND RECEIVE AND FILE OF THE CITY OF LIVINGSTON AB2561 VACANCY RATES PUBLIC HEARING

PRESENTATION
WHEREAS, Assembly Bill (AB) 2561, effective, January 1, 2025, establishes new legal obligations for the City to report the status of their workforce vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts during a public hearing before the City Council at least once per fiscal year; and WHEREAS, AB 2561 also requires the City to identify during the public hearing any necessary changes to City policies, procedures, and recruitment activities that may contribute to obstacles in the City’s hiring process; and
WHEREAS, establish procedures for holding the Public Hearing and receive and file the City of Livingston AB 2561 Vacancy Rates Public Hearing presentation.

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

Section 1. The City Council of City of Livingston hereby adopts the “Policies and Procedures for Public Hearings Under AB2561”.

Section 2. Authorize the City Manager and in a form approved by the City Attorney is hereby authorized and directed for, and on behalf of the City of Livington establish the public hearing procedures on vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts in order to comply with Assembly Bill 2561/government code 3502.3, as attached hereto and marked “Exhibit A” and to carry out all the responsibilities necessary.

Section 3. This Resolution shall take effect immediately.

Exhibit(s):
• Policies and Procedures for Public Hearing Under AB2561 (“Exhibit A”) • Assembly Bill No. 2561 Local Public Employees Vacant Positions Bill Text, Including Government Code Section 3502.3
I hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. 2025-___ is a full, true and correct copy of a resolution duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Livingston at a regular meeting thereof duly held on the 3rd day of June 2025, by the vote recorded as follows:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

___________________________
Jose Moran, Mayor
of the City of Livingston
ATTEST:
___________________________
Monica Cisneros, Deputy City Clerk
of the City of Livingston

APPROVED AS TO LEGAL FORM
____________________________________
Roy C. Santos, City Attorney

Policies and Procedures for Public
Hearings Under AB2561

PURPOSE
This policy establishes the framework and procedures for holding public hearings and reporting on the City’s workforce vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts in compliance with Assembly Bill 2561(“AB 2561”) (Cal. Gov’t Code § 3502.3). The purpose is to ensure transparency, accountability, and responsiveness to community needs regarding the City’s staffing and employment practices.

SCOPE
This policy applies to the City, City Management, and the City Council.

DEFINITIONS
A. Authorized Full-Time Positions: regular part-time and full-time positions that have been officially approved and funded by the City Council during the budget adoption process.

B. Recruitment: The process of advertising, screening, interviewing, and selecting qualified candidates for employment within the City of Livingston.

C. Retention: Efforts to maintain a stable and satisfied workforce by addressing factors that contribute to stability in the workforce.

D. Vacancies: Unfilled positions with the City of Livingston workforce that require recruitment efforts to fill.

POLICY STATEMENT
In accordance with AB 2561 (Cal. Gov’t Code § 3502.3) the City of Livingston shall hold a public hearing at least once per fiscal year prior to the adoption of the final budget and give a report on vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts.

POLICY PROVISIONS
The City shall conduct public hearings at least once per fiscal year prior to the adoption of the final budget to present information on vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts and issues with the policies, procedures, and recruitment activities that may lead to obstacles in the hiring process. Notice of the public hearing shall be provided according to applicable law and City policies. Members of the public and recognized employee organizations shall have the right to present information, concerns, and recommendations

prior to the public hearing. Each recognized employee organization shall have five (5) minutes total to present information, concerns, and recommendations at the public hearing. It is up to each employee organization how to allocate this five (5) minute allowance.

REPORTING REQUIREMENTS
The Human Resources Department of the City shall present information on the following at the public hearing:

1. The status of vacancies at the City.

2. Information on City recruitment and retention efforts

3. Identify obstacles in the City’s hiring policies, procedures, and recruitment activities that may create challenges.

SPECIAL REPORTING REQUIREMENTS FOR HIGH VACANCY RATES
If the number of job vacancies within a single bargaining unit meets or exceeds 20% of the total number of authorized full-time positions, then the City shall, upon the request of the recognized employee organization, include special reporting information at the public hearing as to that bargaining unit:

1. The total number of vacancies within the bargaining unit.

2. The total number of applications for vacant position within the bargaining unit.

3. The average number of days to complete the hiring process from when a position is posted.

4. Opportunities to improve compensation and other working conditions.

MONITORING AND REVIEW
The City Council shall review the effectiveness of this policy on an annual basis and make revisions as necessary to ensure ongoing compliance with AB2561 and alignment with best practices regarding public transparency. Notwithstanding the above, the City Manager is authorized to amend this policy for consistency with any changes in state law.

APPROVAL AUTHORITY: The City Council has delegated authority to the City Manager for future updates to this policy to remain in compliance with the law.

STANDARDS OF DISCOURSE:

The City Council should recognize that engaging with diverse perspectives is vital for effective governance and a vibrant community. To ensure full expression of such diverse perspectives, The City Council should ensure that participants follow the principles of respectful and civil discourse.

Date Adopted:

SHARE THIS: Date Published: 09/23/2024 09:00 PM
AB-2561 Local public employees: vacant positions. (2023-2024)

Assembly Bill No. 2561
CHAPTER 409
An act to add Section 3502.3 to the Government Code, relating to public employment. [ Approved by Governor September 22, 2024. Filed with Secretary of State September 22, 2024. ]

LEGISLATIVE COUNSEL'S DIGEST
AB 2561, McKinnor. Local public employees: vacant positions.

Existing law, the Meyers-Milias-Brown Act (act), authorizes local public employees, as defined, to form, join, and participate in the activities of employee organizations of their own choosing for the purpose of representation on matters of labor relations. The act requires the governing body of a public agency to meet and confer in good faith regarding wages, hours, and other terms and conditions of employment with representatives of recognized employee organizations and to consider fully presentations that are made by the employee organization on behalf of its members before arriving at a determination of policy or course of action.

This bill would, as specified, require a public agency to present the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts at a public hearing at least once per fiscal year, and would entitle the recognized employee organization to present at the hearing. If the number of job vacancies within a single bargaining unit meets or exceeds 20% of the total number of authorized full-time positions, the bill would require the public agency, upon request of the recognized employee organization, to include specified information during the public hearing. By imposing new duties on local public agencies, the bill would impose a state-mandated local program. The bill would also include related legislative findings.

The California Constitution requires local agencies, for the purpose of ensuring public access to the meetings of public bodies and the writings of public officials and agencies, to comply with a statutory enactment that amends or enacts laws relating to public records or open meetings and contains findings demonstrating that the enactment furthers the constitutional requirements relating to this purpose.

This bill would make legislative findings to that effect.

The California Constitution requires the state to reimburse local agencies and school districts for certain costs mandated by the state. Statutory provisions establish procedures for making that reimbursement.

This bill would provide that no reimbursement shall be made pursuant to these statutory provisions for costs mandated by the state pursuant to this act, but would recognize that a local agency or school district may pursue any available remedies to seek reimbursement for these costs.

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~~. \ ~ / ~ IVE I FORMATIO
THE PEOPLE OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA DO ENACT AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. The Legislature finds and declares as follows:
(a) Job vacancies in local government are a widespread and significant problem for the public sector affecting occupations across wage levels and educational requirements. (b) High job vacancies impact public service delivery and the workers who are forced to handle heavier workloads, with understaffing leading to burnout and increased turnover that further exacerbate staffing challenges.
(c) There is a statewide interest in ensuring that public agency operations are appropriately staffed and that high vacancy rates do not undermine public employee labor relations.

SEC. 2. Section 3502.3 is added to the Government Code, to read:
3502.3. (a) (1) A public agency shall present the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts during a public hearing before the governing board at least once per fiscal year. (2) If the governing board will be adopting an annual or multiyear budget during the fiscal year, the presentation shall be made prior to the adoption of the final budget. (3) During the hearing, the public agency shall identify any necessary changes to policies, procedures, and recruitment activities that may lead to obstacles in the hiring process. (b) The recognized employee organization for a bargaining unit shall be entitled to make a presentation at the public hearing at which the public agency presents the status of vacancies and recruitment and retention efforts for positions within that bargaining unit.
(c) If the number of job vacancies within a single bargaining unit meets or exceeds 20 percent of the total number of authorized full-time positions, the public agency shall, upon request of the recognized employee organization, include all of the following information during the public hearing:
(1) The total number of job vacancies within the bargaining unit. (2) The total number of applicants for vacant positions within the bargaining unit. (3) The average number of days to complete the hiring process from when a position is posted. (4) Opportunities to improve compensation and other working conditions. (d) This section shall not prevent the governing board from holding additional public hearings about vacancies. (e) The provisions of this section are severable. If any provision of this section or its application is held invalid, the invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications that can be given effect without the invalid provision or application.
(f) For purposes of this section, “recognized employee organization” has the same meaning as defined in subdivision (a) of Section 3501.

SEC. 3. The Legislature finds and declares that Section 2 of this act, which adds Section 3502.3 to the Government Code, furthers, within the meaning of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution, the purposes of that constitutional section as it relates to the right of public access to the meetings of local public bodies or the writings of local public officials and local agencies. Pursuant to paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section 3 of Article I of the California Constitution, the Legislature makes the following findings:

It is in the public interest, and it furthers the purposes of paragraph (7) of subdivision (b) of Section (3) of Article I of the California Constitution, to ensure that information concerning public agency employment is available to the public.

SEC. 4. No reimbursement shall be made pursuant to Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) of Division 4 of Title 2 of the Government Code for costs mandated by the state pursuant to this act. It is recognized, however, that a local agency or school district may pursue any remedies to obtain reimbursement available to it under Part 7 (commencing with Section 17500) and any other law.