Agenda, regular meeting — Lodi City Council, August 5, 2026 (part 1 of 2)

LODI CITY COUNCIL
Carnegie Forum
305 West Pine Street, Lodi
AGENDA - Regular Meeting
Date: August 5, 2026
Time: Regular Session: 7:00 p.m.

Mayor Ramon Yepez
Mayor Pro Tempore Mikey Hothi
Councilmember Cameron Bregman
Councilmember Lisa Craig-Hensley
Councilmember Alan Nakanishi
Notice Regarding Public Comments
Public Comment may be submitted in the following ways:
• In-person
• Email – [email protected]
> Received no later than two hours prior to the meeting • Mail – City Clerk’s Office, P.O. Box 3006, Lodi, CA 95241 • Hand delivered to: City Clerk’s Office, 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, CA 95240 > Received no later than two hours prior to the meeting • Virtually - Zoom Webinar
> Meeting ID: 821 7418 0304
> Passcode: 123456
> Phone number: 1 253 215 8782 or 1 346 248 7799
> Link:
https://us06web.zoom.us/j/82174180304?pwd=J5iuFzgUIbc0Hl2pJyYaFMNgKshzIy.1 Public comment received via email, mail, or hand delivery will be provided to the City Council and included in the official minutes of the meeting, but will not be read aloud at the meeting. 6:55 p.m. Invocation/Call to Civic Responsibility.

Invocations/Calls may be offered by any of the various religious and non -religious organizations within and around the City of Lodi. These are voluntary offerings of private citizens, to and for the benefit of the Council. The views or beliefs expressed by the Speaker have not been previously reviewed or approved by the Council, and the Council does not endorse the beliefs or views of any speaker. _________________________________________________________________________________ NOTE: THE FOLLOWING ITEMS WILL COMMENCE NO SOONER THAN 7:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call
B. Presentations
B.1 Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to Annabelle Ebbs, Andrew Kanas, Landon Shaw, Austin Bates, Emily Melton, LaCrissa Black, and Camille Gillespie for Life Saving Efforts (FD)
B.2 Presentation of Recognition to Fire Department, Police Department and Electric Utility for Response to Fire in the 400 Block of Harold Street (CLK)

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B.3 Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Visit Lodi Conference & Visitors Bureau on Lodi’s designation as America’s Favorite Small Town 2026. (CLK) Attachment 1 - CertificateAttachments:

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action) All matters listed on the consent calendar are considered to be routine and will be acted upon by one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If a member of the public would like a consent calendar item pulled and discussed separately, refer to the Notice at the beginning of this agenda.

C.1 Approve Minutes
a) September 17, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
b) January 7, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
c) February 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
d) February 11, 2026 (Special Meeting)
e) February 18, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
f) February 18, 2026 (Special Meeting)
g) March 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
h) April 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
i) June 17, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
j) May 7, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
k) May 14, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
l) May 21, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
m) May 28, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
n) June 4, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
o) June 11, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
p) June 18, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
q) June 25, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
r) July 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 1 - September 17, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 2 - January 7, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 3 - February 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 4 - February 11, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 5 - February 18, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 6 - February 18, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 7 - March 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 8 - April 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 9 - June 17, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 10 - May 7, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 11 - May 14, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 12 - May 21, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 13 - May 28, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 14 - June 4, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 15 - June 11, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 16 - June 18, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 17 - June 25, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachment 18 - July 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Attachments:

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C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Order 1 to City of Lodi - Cyber Maturity Support Agreement with SEL Engineering Services, Inc. of New York ($49,535) (EU)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Change Order 1
Attachment 2 - Vendor Proposal
Attachment 3 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Granting Signature Authority to Certain City Staff for Investment of Monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund (IS - BUD)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Authorized Signers
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to SAAS Service Agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina to Provide Application and Support Services for the DebtBook Software to Renew the Software Subscription and Add Funds of $46,500 For a Total Agreement Not to Exceed $92,250 (IS-FIN)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Lodi Police Department to Participate in the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Funded by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Approving the Execution of the Grant Documents by the Chief of Police on Behalf of the City of Lodi, and Appropriating Funds in the Amount of $67,896.00 (PD) Res.

Attachment 1 - FY 26-27 CTFGP Law Enforcement COL PD
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.6 Adopt a Resolution Awarding Contract for the Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement to Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West Sacramento ($94,363), Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Orders ($15,000) and Appropriate Funds from Facilities Office Remodel Project in the Amount of $10,000 and Fire Station 4 Stucco Project in the Amount of $36,183 ($46,183) (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Contract
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Bus Transfer Agreement Between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the City of Lodi for Improved Regional Transportation Connectivity in San Joaquin County (PW) Res.

Attachment 1 - Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Public Works Director to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lodi and Lodi Unified School District for Curb Painting and Pavement Markings within the Public Right-of-Way and Reimbursement of Sign Modifications (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Memorandum of Understanding Between City of Lodi and Lodi Unified School District
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Res.

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Professional Services Agreement with Solenis, LLC., of Wilmington, DE, for Biosolids Dewatering Polymer ($70,000) (PW)
Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 1
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.10 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Alley Improvement Project - Phase 10 (PW) Attachment 1 - Exhibit A (Location Map)
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B (Photos)
Attachments:

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

THE TIME ALLOWED PER NON -AGENDA ITEM FOR COMMENTS MADE BY THE PUBLIC IS LIMITED TO FIVE MINUTES.

Public comment may only be made on matters within the Lodi City Council's jurisdiction (Government Code Section 54954.3, Lodi City Council Protocol Manual Section 6.3l). The Council cannot take action or deliberate on items that are not on this agenda unless there is an emergency and the need to take action on that emergency arose after this agenda was posted (Government Code Section 54954.2 (b)(2)). All other items may only be referred for review to staff or placement on a future Council agenda.

If you wish to address the Council, please refer to the Notice at the beginning of this agenda.

Individuals are limited to one appearance during this section of the Agenda.

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items F. Public Hearings
G. Regular Calendar
G.1 Informational Report on Approved Library Hours of Operation (LIB) PPT for City Council Presentation on HoursAttachments:

G.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Waive the Formal Bid Process and Execute a Professional Services Agreement with CityWise Strategies, LLC, for the Development Services Operational Initiative in an Amount Not to Exceed $115,000 (CM)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Professional Services Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

G.3 Adopt a Resolution Rejecting Protest and Awarding Contract for 2026 -2028 Tree Maintenance Project to Elite Maintenance & Tree Service, of Ceres ($616,700), and Execute Change Orders ($100,000) (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Exhibit A (Protest Letter from WCA)
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B (City's Response to Protest Letter) Attachment 3 - Exhibit C (Letter from Elite Maintenance) Attachment 4 - Resolution
Attachments:

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’s Employment of David Hanham as Community Development Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective September 7, 2026 (IS - HR)
Res.

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Attachment 1 - David Hanham - Employment Contract
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

G.5 Adopt a Resolution of Intention to Approve an Amendment to the Contract between the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System and the City Council of the City of Lodi; and Waive the First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending the Contract Between the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System and the City Council of the City of Lodi (IS - HR)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Exhibit
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachment 3 - Ordinance
Attachments:

G.6 Waive the First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending Chapter 2.13 of the Municipal Code to Transfer the Appointment Authority for the City Clerk to the City Manager (IS - HR)
Attachment 1 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.13 City Clerk
Reporting Structure (Redlined)
Attachment 2 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.13 City Clerk
Reporting Structure (Clean)
Attachments:

H. Ordinances
I. Adjournment
Pursuant to Section 54954.2 (a) of the Government Code of the State of California, this agenda was posted at least 72 hours in advance of the scheduled meeting at a public place freely accessible to the public 24 hours a day.
______________________________
Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- All staff reports or other written documentation relating to each item of business referred to on the agenda are on file in the Office of the City Clerk, located at 221 W. Pine Street, Lodi, and are available for public inspection .

Agendas and staff reports are also posted on the City’s website at www.lodi.gov. If requested, the agenda shall be made available in appropriate alternative formats to persons with a disability, as required by Section 202 of the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (42 U.S.C. Sec. 12132), and the federal rules and regulations adopted in implementation thereof. To make a request for disability-related modification or accommodation contact the City Clerk’s Office as soon as possible and at least 72 hours prior to the meeting date. Language interpreter requests must be received at least 72 hours in advance of the meeting to help ensure availability. Contact Olivia Nashed at (209) 333-6702. Solicitudes de interpretación de idiomas deben ser recibidas por lo menos con 72 horas de anticipación a la reunión para ayudar a asegurar la disponibilidad. Llame a Olivia Nashed (209) 333-6702. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Meetings of the Lodi City Council are telecast on SJTV, Channel 26. The City of Lodi provides live and archived webcasts of regular City Council meetings. The webcasts can be found on the City's website at www .lodi.gov by clicking the meeting webcasts link. Members of the public may view and listen to the open session of this meeting at www.youtube.com/@cityoflodi_publicmeetings.
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Presentation of Certificates of Recognition to Annabelle Ebbs, Andrew Kanas, Landon Shaw, Austin Bates, Emily Melton, LaCrissa Black, and Camille Gillespie for Life Saving Efforts (FD) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Michelle Munoz, Management Analyst
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Mayor Yepez will present Certificates of Recognition to Annabelle Ebbs, Andrew Kanas, Landon Shaw, Austin Bates, Emily Melton, LaCrissa Black, and Camille Gillespie for life saving efforts.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On July 9, 2026, a resident experienced a medical emergency at Lodi Lake beach after suffering a fall and going into cardiac arrest. Lodi Parks Department lifeguards and other staff on duty immediately initiated life- saving measures and managed the lake and pool areas to help ensure the safety of the public. Several bystanders also responded without hesitation.

Chris and Camille Gillespie activated the 911 emergency system and retrieved a first aid kit to assist the resident. LaCrisa Black, a nursing assistant, also stepped in to provide life-saving care. Shortly thereafter, a CenCal ambulance arrived and assumed patient care. Lodi Fire Engine 2031 arrived soon after, provided advanced life support, and continued patient care. A firefighter accompanied the patient in the ambulance to Lodi Memorial Hospital to provide ongoing care during transport.

The Lodi City Council would like to recognize everyone for their extraordinary efforts that day. This includes:

Lodi Parks and Recreation Staff
Head Guard:

Annabelle Ebbs
Lifeguards:

Andrew Kanas (cannot attend)
Landon Shaw
Austin Bates
Cashier:

Emily Melton
Civilians:

Chris and Camille Gillespie - Lodi residents
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LaCrisa Black - Nursing Assistant at San Joaquin General Hospital FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Presentation of Recognition to Fire Department, Police Department and Electric Utility for Response to Fire in the 400 Block of Harold Street (CLK)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Olivia Nashed, City Clerk
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Mayor Yepez will recognize the Fire Department, Police Department and Electric Utility for response to fire in the 400 block of Harold Street.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On June 25, 2026, at approximately 1635 hours, Lodi Fire Department units responded to a reported residential structure fire in the 400 block of Harold Street. Upon arrival, crews found heavy fire involving the backyard and attic of one residence, with fire extending to a neighboring home. The fire also caused a power pole to fall, resulting in energized electrical lines becoming involved in the fire.

Lodi Fire personnel, supported by mutual aid partners, coordinated an aggressive fire attack that brought the incident under control in approximately 20 minutes, preventing further extension into the surrounding neighborhood. The fire displaced six adults and one child, however, there were no civilian or firefighter injuries.

Mayor Yepez, on behalf of the Lodi City Council, will recognize the outstanding teamwork demonstrated by all responding fire personnel, including members of Woodbridge Fire District and Waterloo Morada Fire District for their rapid mutual aid response and seamless cooperation throughout the incident.

Mayor Yepez will also recognize Lodi Police Department (LPD) and Lodi Electric Utility (LEU). LPD officers responded to the location to assist Lodi Fire with traffic control for the multi-structure fire. Six officers and two detectives had to shut down multiple intersections to keep fire safe from vehicles entering the area. Due to the extent of the fire, officers were assigned to traffic for an extended period of time. LPD’sassistance was critical in securing the scene and supporting fire operations.

LEU crews worked in close coordination with fire personnel to secure the electrical utilities while active fire suppression operations were still underway. Their prompt response and professionalism significantly reduced the hazards associated with energized electrical equipment, allowing firefighters to safely continue suppression efforts.

The partnership between Lodi Fire Department, Lodi Police Department and Lodi Electric Utility continues to be an invaluable asset during complex emergency incidents.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Presentation of Certificate of Recognition to Visit Lodi Conference & Visitors Bureau on Lodi’sdesignation as America’s Favorite Small Town 2026. (CLK)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Walfred Solorzano, Interim City Clerk
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Present the Certificate of Recognition to Visit Lodi Conference & Visitors Bureau.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Earlier this year, Visit Lodi led a community-wide campaign encouraging residents, businesses, hospitality partners, and visitors to participate in a national voting contest recognizing outstanding small towns across the country. Through coordinated outreach and broad community engagement, Lodi residents and supporters rallied together to vote daily and promote the campaign.

As a result of this collective effort, Lodi was named America's Favorite Small Town by Parade and Steller.

This national recognition highlights the city's strong community spirit and collaborative partnerships while increasing Lodi's visibility as a destination for tourism and economic development.

The City of Lodi recognizes and appreciates Visit Lodi's leadership, dedication, and coordination of this successful campaign, as well as the many residents, businesses, and community partners whose participation helped achieve this prestigious honor.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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OF

RECOGNITION

presented to:

Visit Lodi Conference & Visitors Bureau
America’s Favorite Small Town

On behalf of the Lodi City Council, we commend Visit Lodi Conference & Visitors Bureau on Lodi’s designation as America’s Favorite Small Town 2026.

Earlier this year, Visit Lodi introduced residents and visitors to a national contest that turned into a true community-wide effort. Through Visit Lodi’s leadership, residents voted daily, businesses posted reminders, hospitality partners encouraged guests, friends and families shared the voting link, coworkers reminded one another, and people wore stickers, displayed flyers, and kept the momentum going.

Because of this collective effort, Lodi was named America’s Favorite Small Town by Parade and Steller.

Working humbly behind the scenes, Visit Lodi united our community around a common goal, and that perseverance earned our city this prestigious national recognition.

To the team at Visit Lodi, we thank you for your unwavering dedication to our community and for the pride you inspire in all of us. We are grateful for your leadership and for everyone who supported this effort by casting their votes. This achievement shines a national spotlight on Lodi and will have a lasting, positive impact on our entire community.

SIGNED this 5th day of August, 2026
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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Approve Minutes
a) September 17, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
b) January 7, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
c) February 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
d) February 11, 2026 (Special Meeting)
e) February 18, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
f) February 18, 2026 (Special Meeting)
g) March 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
h) April 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
i) June 17, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
j) May 7, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
k) May 14, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
l) May 21, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
m) May 28, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
n) June 4, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
o) June 11, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
p) June 18, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
q) June 25, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
r) July 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Olivia Nashed, City Clerk
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Approve the following minutes as prepared:
a) September 17, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
b) January 7, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
c) February 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
d) February 11, 2026 (Special Meeting)
e) February 18, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
f) February 18, 2026 (Special Meeting)
g) March 4, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
h) April 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
i) June 17, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
j) May 7, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
k) May 14, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
l) May 21, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
m) May 28, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
n) June 4, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
o) June 11, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
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p) June 18, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
q) June 25, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
r) July 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Attached is a copy of the subject minutes marked Attachment 1 through Attachment 18.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2025

The September 17, 2025, Regular Meeting of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

ATTEST:

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Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JANUARY 7, 2026 – 6:35 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of January 7, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi at 6:35 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi

Absent: Mayor Yepez

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and Deputy City Clerk Ditmore

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Prospective Sale of Real Property Located at 350 North Washington Street (APN 041-240-28); the Negotiating Parties are James Lindsay, Interim City Manager, for the City of Lodi, and Cody Diede, Diede Construction, Inc., per Government Code 54956.8.

b) CONFERENCE ON LABOR NEGOTIATIONS – Regarding International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers, Lodi City Mid-Management Association, AFSCME General Services and Maintenance & Operators, Police Mid-Managers, Lodi Police Officers Association, Lodi Police Dispatchers Association, Lodi Professional Firefighters, Lodi Fire Mid-Management, Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Managers, Executive Managers, and Appointed Employees, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.6 (HR)

c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)(2). Two Cases.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:36 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:11 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:11 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

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A. Call to Order / Roll Call

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi

Absent: Mayor Yepez

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and Deputy City Clerk Ditmore

B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to Wrestling Booster Club of Tokay High (CLK)

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check to members of the Wrestling Booster Club of Tokay.

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

C.1 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Five-Year Substation Maintenance and Inspection Agreement with Substation Solutions, LLC, of Woodland, CA ($278,000) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Contract with Substation Solutions Attachment 2 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding stated that this item is for a no-bid, non-competitive contract, expressing concern with the length of the contract and questioning what other vendors had the opportunity to bid.

In response to Mr. Redding, Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer provided information on the process Electric Utility used to select the contractor.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that with the State allowing sole-source contracts and the Electric Utility Department exercising due diligence, she supports moving the item forward as is on the Consent Calendar.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-01 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a five-year Substation Maintenance and Inspection Agreement with Substation Solutions, LLC, of Woodland, in the amount of $278,000.
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C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Return of Bid to Apparent Low Bidder (Paine Construction, Inc.) for the Parking Structure Stair Re-sealing Project Due to Substantial Bidding Error and Awarding Contract to the Second Lowest Bidder, Waterproofing Associates, Inc. of Lodi ($76,980) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Contract
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding expressed concern regarding the difference in price between the apparent low bidder and the second lowest bidder and suggested rebidding the item.

In response to Mr. Redding, Interim City Manager Lindsay clarified that the apparent low bidder, Paine Construction, withdrew their bid.

Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the bid received from the City's on-call contractor, decision to put the project out to bid, the specialized work involved, the low bidder's withdrawal of their bid due to a substantial error, and the recommended bid being 25% lower than the City's on-call contractor.

Council Member Craig-Hensley voiced her support of a Lodi company being awarded the contract.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-02 authorizing the return of the bid to the apparent low bidder (Paine Construction, Inc.) for the Parking Structure Stair Re-sealing Project due to substantial bidding error and awarding the contract to the second lowest bidder, Waterproofing Associates, Inc., of Lodi, in the amount of $76,980.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Approving an Emergency Condition Declaration that Required the Immediate Replacement of the two (2) Police Station Boilers (Heaters), Approving Associated Amendment No. 6 ($120,000) to Professional Services Agreement with ICR Refrigeration, Inc., of Lodi, for On-Call Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning Services, and Ratifying the Interim City Manager Approval of Increased Expenses (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 6
Attachment 2 - Emergency Memo
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding expressed concern regarding the emergency bidding removing the competitive safeguards in bidding.

In response to Mr. Redding, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the background of the Police Station boilers, the lack of heat in the Police Department and jail for the past two to three weeks, closure of the jail due to failure to meet temperature conditions, the City's on-call HVAC contractor's ability to obtain two boilers, Interim City Manager's approval, and the difference between the original projected Capital improvement project cost and the emergency cost.
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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Police Captain Eric Versteeg provided information regarding the closure of the jail.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-03 approving an emergency condition declaration that required the immediate replacement of the two Police Station boilers (heaters), approving associated Amendment No. 6, in the amount of $120,000, to the Professional Services Agreement with ICR Refrigeration, Inc., of Lodi, for on-call heating, ventilation, and air conditioning services, and ratifying the Interim City Manager approval of increased expenses.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Accepting Public Improvements of Gateway South Neighborhood Park and Authorize Interim City Manager to Execute Landscape Maintenance Agreement (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Vicinity Map
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B - Park Landscape Plan
Attachment 3 - Landscape Maintenance Agreement
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-04 accepting the Public Improvements of Gateway South.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with WGR Southwest, Inc., of Los Alamitos, for Stormwater Support Services in the Amount of $81,806, for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $298,574 (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding expressed concern on Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the amendments and extensions on Professional Service Agreements rather than rebidding.

In response to Mr. Redding, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information applicable to Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding contracts for on-call services, particularly those having to do with regulatory filings.

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided additional information applicable to Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the five-year provision within the City's Procurement Code.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-05 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with WGR Southwest, Inc., of Los Alamitos, for stormwater support services, in the amount of $81,806, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $298,574.

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C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc., dba Division 01 Construction Management Services of Lodi, for Construction Management Services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter Project, Extending the Contract by Eight (8) Months (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding expressed concern on Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the amendments and extensions on Professional Service Agreements rather than rebidding.

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided additional information applicable to Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the five-year provision within the City's Procurement Code.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Council Member Bregman recused himself and left the dais for the vote on this item.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-06 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures, Inc., dba Division 01 Construction Management Services, of Lodi, for construction management services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter Project, extending the contract by eight months.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

*Council Member Bregman recused himself from the vote on this item.

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 4 to Professional Services Agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc., of Walnut Creek, for Progressive Design Build Construction Documents for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Solids Handling Equipment Procurement and Installation Project (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 4
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Gene Redding, a member of the public, requested that this item be pulled for separate discussion.

Mr. Redding expressed concern on Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the amendments and extensions on Professional Service Agreements rather than rebidding.

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Interim City Manager Lindsay provided additional information applicable to Items C.5, C.6, and C.7 regarding the five-year provision within the City's Procurement Code.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-07 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc., of Walnut Creek, for progressive design build construction documents for the White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Solids Handling Equipment Procurement and Installation Project.

C.8 Accept Improvements Under Contract for On-Call Well and Pump Repair (PW)

Accepted the improvements under the contract for on-call well and pump repair.

C.9 Accept Improvements Under Contract for 2025 Extruded Traffic Stripes (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Map
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B - Before & After Photos

Accepted the improvements under the contract for the 2025 Extruded Traffic Stripes.

C.10 Post for Vacancies on the Library Board of Trustees and an Expired Term on the Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC) (CLK)

Directed the City Clerk to post for the following vacancies and expiring term.

POSTINGS:

Library Board of Trustees
Frank Kooger – Term to expire July 1, 2027
Caitlin Casey – Term to expire July 1, 2027

Site Plan and Architectural Review Committee (SPARC)
Scott Hamilton – Term to expire January 1, 2030

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Stefan Sekula, a member of the public, spoke regarding the three properties he owns on North Sacramento Street and the negative impact on the neighborhood from the temporary Access Center.

Major Pro Tempore Hothi requested that Captain Versteeg meet with Mr. Sekula following the meeting and report back to Council.

Council Member Craig-Hensley also requested that Captain Versteeg provide information regarding the status of parking permit enforcement in the area.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated an update on the Safety Ambassador Program would be included in the mid-year budget discussions.

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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided information regarding the Committee on Homelessness and their involvement in abatement issues.

Council Member Bregman stated he would be attending the Committee on Homelessness meeting tomorrow.

Police Captain Kevin Kent provided an update on Community Liaison Shadman's activities, recent cleanup on Lodi Avenue and Sacramento Street, and vehicle abatement ticketing.

Armando Valerio, San Joaquin County Delta College Trustee for Area 5, introduced himself as the local representative and provided supplemental documents. He further stated that he works full-time as a physical therapist for children and provided information regarding the third annual fundraiser to support Shriners Children's Hospital.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Trustee Valerio stated Delta College is working with the San Joaquin County Building and Construction Trades Council to provide job training.

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested that the City Clerk provide Council with any pending non-profit grant requests.

F. Public Hearings

F.1 Public Hearing to Waive the First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by updating Section

15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment” (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Redlined Ordinance
Attachment 2 - Clean Ordinance

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi called for the public hearing to waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by updating Section 15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment.”

Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the amendment of Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by updating Section 15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment.” Specific topics of discussion included Lodi Municipal Code (LMC) potential changes regarding off-site improvements; follow up to November 19, 2025 Council meeting where direction was given to increase the LMC threshold from $75,400 to $150,000; background; and recommendation.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan clarified the adjusted building permit threshold will be $150,000, so permits which are less than $150,000 will not trigger the off-site improvements requirement. He further provided information regarding what is included in off-site improvements.

Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that streamlining the permit process is among Council's top priorities, and this item is a definitive action being taken that will significantly reduce the time taken to receive a building permit for projects below the $150,000 threshold.

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Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi opened the public hearing for public comment at 7:45 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi closed the public hearing at 7:45 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to waive the first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2044 amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter

15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by updating Section 15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment.”

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

NOTE: Due to technical issues, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi verbally voted in favor of the item.

NOTE: Deputy City Clerk Ditmore noted that Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi's votes at this meeting are showing as Mayor Yepez on the screen due to his placement on this dais in Mayor Yepez's absence, but the record will reflect the actual vote.

F.2 Public Hearing to Waive the First Reading and Introduce an Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by Revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal” (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.12.050 City Manager Removal (Redlined)
Attachment 2 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.12.050 City Manager Removal (Clean)

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi called for the public hearing to waive the first reading and introduce an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal.”

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding the amendment of Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal.” Specific topics of discussion included background, reduction in the process for the removal of the City Manager from 30 days (+) to 10 days, and recommendation of a provision that allows an additional time period of 90 days directly following a City Council election whereby it would require a larger voting threshold (4/5th vote) to remove a City Manager at will.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi opened the public hearing for public comment at 7:48 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi closed the public hearing at 7:48 p.m.

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Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to waive the first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2045 amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal.”

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

G. Regular Calendar - None

H. Ordinances

H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2035 Repealing and Replacing Lodi Municipal Code, Section 13.20.020 - Energy Theft Diversion/Field Services Fee Recovery (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance - Proposed Changes Attachment 2 - Ordinance - Clean Copy

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2035 repealing and replacing Lodi Municipal Code Section 13.20.020, "Energy Theft Diversion/Field Services Fee Recovery," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held December 17, 2025.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

H.2 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2036 Amending Lodi Municipal Code, Title 1 (General Provisions) Chapter 1.10 “Administrative Enforcement Provision” and Title 6 (Animals) Section 6.04.030 “Redemption of Impounded Animals”; Chapter 6.08 “Prohibited Animals”; Section 6.12.010 “License-Required”; Section 6.12.060 “Vaccination-Required-Certificate-Exceptions”; Section 6.12.070 “Business of Breeding or Raising”; Section 6.12.110 “Animal Noise”; Section 6.12.120 “Animals at Large”; Section

6.12.150 “Mandatory Microchipping of Dogs and Cats”; Section 6.14.020 “Sanitation of Premises”; Section 6.14.030 “Removal of Animal Waste”; Section 6.14.050 “Management of Cat Population; Permitted Acts”; Section 6.15.010 “Definitions”; and Section 6.15.020 “Behavior Prohibited” (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Animal Services LMC Update (Clean) Attachment 2 - Animal Services LMC Update (Redlined)

Deputy City Clerk Ditmore provided a brief presentation regarding Ordinance No. 2036.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding Section 6.12.060 "Vaccination-Required-Certificate-Exceptions."

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Maria, a member of the public, spoke regarding the ritualistic killing of animals in Lodi.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2036 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 1 (General Provisions) Chapter 1.10 “Administrative Enforcement Provision” and Title 6 (Animals) Section 6.04.030 “Redemption of Impounded Animals”; Chapter 6.08 “Prohibited Animals”; Section 6.12.010 “License-Required”; Section 6.12.060 “Vaccination-Required-Certificate-Exceptions”; Section 6.12.070 “Business of Breeding or Raising”; Section 6.12.110 “Animal Noise”; Section 6.12.120 “Animals at Large”; Section 6.12.150 “Mandatory Microchipping of Dogs and Cats”; Section 6.14.020 “Sanitation of Premises”; Section 6.14.030 “Removal of Animal Waste”; Section 6.14.050 “Management of Cat Population; Permitted Acts”; Section 6.15.010 “Definitions”; and Section 6.15.020 “Behavior Prohibited," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held December 17, 2025.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

H.3 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinances No. 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042, and 2043 of the 2025 California Building Code, California Existing Building Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standard Code, and Fire Code (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Chapter 15.02 (redlined)
Attachment 2 - Chapter 15.02 (clean)
Attachment 3 - Chapter 15.04 (redlined)
Attachment 4 - Chapter 15.04 (clean)
Attachment 5 - Chapter 15.06 (redlined)
Attachment 6 - Chapter 15.06 (clean)
Attachment 7 - Chapter 15.08 (redlined)
Attachment 8 - Chapter 15.08 (clean)
Attachment 9 - Chapter 15.12 (redlined)
Attachment 10 - Chapter 15.12 (clean)
Attachment 11 - Chapter 15.16 (redlined)
Attachment 12 - Chapter 15.16 (clean)
Attachment 13 - Chapter 15.18 (redlined)
Attachment 14 - Chapter 15.18 (clean)

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinances in full and adopt and order to print Ordinances No. 2037, 2038, 2039, 2040, 2041, 2042, and 2043 of the 2025 California Building Code, California Existing Building Code, Mechanical Code, Electrical Code, Plumbing Code, Residential Code, Green Building Standard Code, and Fire Code, which were introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held December 17, 2025.

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:54 p.m.

ATTEST:

Maria Ditmore
Deputy City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 4, 2026 - 6:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of February 4, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:34 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi arrived at 6:35 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). One Position: Interim City Manager.

c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2). Two Cases.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:34 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:04 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:04 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

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A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of February 4, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:07 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Presentations - None

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

C.1 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Approve Amendment No. 2 to Patrick Clark Consulting, a Sole Proprietorship, for Labor Relations Consulting Services and Increasing the Agreement by Sixty Thousand Dollars ($60,000) for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of One Hundred Twenty Thousand Dollars ($120,000) (IS-HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-10 authorizing the Interim City Manager to approve Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Patrick Clark Consulting, a Sole Proprietorship, for labor relations consulting services and increasing the agreement by $60,000 for a total not-to-exceed amount of $120,000.

C.2 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Lodi Lake North Restroom Restoration Project (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Change Orders 1-3
Attachment 2 - Before/After Photos

Accepted the improvements under the contract for the Lodi Lake North Restroom Restoration.

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C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Agreement with United Site Services, Inc. of California for Portable Restroom Services at Various City Parks By $10,000 for a Total Not To Exceed Amount of $136,826 (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-11 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the agreement with United Site Services, Inc., of California, for portable restroom services at various City parks by $10,000, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $136,826.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving Updates to the City of Lodi Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan (PTASP) Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-12 approving the updates to the City of Lodi Public Transportation Agency Safety Plan.

C.5 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Rental and Cleaning of Uniforms for Certain Field and Warehouse Employees (PW)

Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the rental and cleaning of uniforms for certain field and warehouse employees.

C.6 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $15,870 from District 1 Non-Profit Funds to Lodi Sister City Committee (Total $15,870) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-13 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds in the amount of $15,870 from District 1 Non-Profit Funds to the Lodi Sister City Committee.

C.7 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $4,130 from District 1 Non-Profit Funds to Lodi Boys and Girls Club (Total $4,130) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-14 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds in the amount of $4,130 from District 1 Non-Profit Funds to the Lodi Boys and Girls Club.

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C.8 Post for a Vacancy and an Expiring Term on the Lodi Improvement Committee (CLK)

Directed the City Clerk to post for the following vacancy and expiring term.

POSTINGS:

Lodi Improvement Committee
Vacancy – Term to expire March 1, 2028
Janavi Sharma – Term to expire March 1, 2026

C.9 Set Public Hearing for February 18, 2026 to Consider Introduction of Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 13.20 “Electrical Service” Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (EU)

Set a public hearing for February 18, 2026, to consider the introduction of an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 13.20 “Electrical Service,” Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Clare Bhakta, of Open Innovation Centers, provided supplemental documents and 3D printed dragons to Council and spoke regarding their educational non-profit center which specializes in new collar skills, which are high-tech skills that do not require four-year degrees.

Diane Nantt, a member of the public, spoke regarding acknowledgement of the people who are cleaning the Downtown sidewalks.

Tara Valone, member of the public, spoke regarding traffic issues in her neighborhood near Elm Street and Mills Avenue.

In response to Ms. Valone, Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding current measures being taken by the City and asked that the Traffic Division further investigate the issues and the Police Department increase monitoring in the area.

Andrew Avina, representing the NorCal Science and Technology Festival, spoke regarding their upcoming 10th annual event.

Aaron VanNortwick, representing the Lodi Parks and Recreation Commission, spoke regarding Lawrence Park.

In response to Mr. VanNortwick, Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding a recent Town Hall meeting that discussed Lawrence Park, the importance of Lawrence Park to the community, the community's support of the Police Department presence in the park with various training exercises, and an upcoming survey of the community's vision for the park. She stated that she feels the efforts underway with the Legion Hall are a positive change for the location.

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E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items

Interim City Manager Lindsay introduced the new IT Manager, Joe Caswell.

At Mayor Yepez's invitation, Mr. Caswell spoke briefly to Council.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the recent Town Hall meeting about Lawrence Park, her participation in Grape Day, and her attendance at the recent San Joaquin Council of Governments meeting and the CENCAL Fire and EMS Authority meeting.

F. Public Hearings - None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Receive Update from Lodi Senior Citizens Commission (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Senior Commission PowerPoint Presentation

Dr. Joseph Woelfel provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding an update from the Lodi Senior Citizens Commission. Specific topics of discussion included function of the Lodi Senior Commission, goal and accomplishment of a Senior Social Cafe at LOEL Senior Center, Commission action in response to concerns, recap of Senior Cafes held in 2025, ongoing aligned accomplishments, senior resource guide, senior programs and services, review of 2025-2026 California Master Plan for Aging Initiatives, upcoming presentations, advocating for seniors, and introduction of Commission members.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Dr. Woelfel confirmed the date and time of the next Senior Cafe.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Dr. Woelfel provided information on the walkability program.

Council Member Craig-Hensley commended the Senior Citizens Commission for aligning their efforts with the Council's Strategic Vision and asked that Council receive a copy of correspondence to the City Manager regarding the needs of the Commission.

No Council action was required on this item.

G.2 Receive Report and Adopt a Resolution Approving Fiscal Year 2025-26 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments; and Approving the Addition of One Police Officer, One Senior Billing Specialist, One Management Analyst - Confidential, and a Senior Plans Examiner; Deletion of One Customer Service Representative and One Health and Safety Specialist, and the Reclassification of a Deputy City Clerk to an Assistant City Clerk and Program Manager to a Recreation Manager; and Adopt Updates to the Budget and Fiscal Policy (IS - Budget)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Mid-Year Budget Adjustments (Exhibit A) Attachment 2 - Mid-Year CIP Requests
Attachment 3 - Redlined Budget and Fiscal Policy
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding Fiscal Year 2025-26 mid-year budget adjustments; the addition of one Police Officer, one Senior Billing Specialist, one Management Analyst - Confidential, and one Senior Plans Examiner; deletion of one Customer Service Representative and one Health and Safety Specialist, and the reclassification of a Deputy City Clerk to an Assistant City Clerk and a Program Manager to a Recreation Manager; and updates to the Budget and Fiscal Policy. Specific topics of discussion 30

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included overview, mid-year objective, budget background, mid-year review, General Fund mid-year revenue, General Fund mid-year expenses, General Fund mid-year Capital, other funds mid-year revenue, other funds mid-year expenses, Electric Utility mid-year Capital, personnel mid-year adjustments, and the requested action.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 PERS and PARS liability.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the account holding the funds for the FY 2022-23 and FY 2023-24 liability.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke regarding a presentation at the Finance Committee by the PARS representatives and the return on investment. He further stated that the dollars in these funds should be with local banking institutions to keep the dollars in Lodi.

Council Member Craig-Hensley concurred with Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated the quarterly investment report, which provides information on the money the City has invested, will be presented at the next Council meeting.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the City's investment advisor.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Fire Chief Ken Johnson provided information regarding the Assistance to Fire Grant (AFG) which the City received to send Fire employees to paramedic school.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding bank services charges for credit card and online payment fees.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Revenue Manager Tarra Sumner provided information regarding the recouping of credit card fees from customers.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that staff is already planning to bring an item to Council regarding credit card fees.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director Christina Jaromay provided information on the Beckman Park cricket lighting and field improvements project.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, PRCS Director Jaromay provided information regarding the funds received from San Joaquin County for the skate park.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she has spoken with Supervisor Ding and the County is fine with the funds for the skate park going towards repairs at the skate park and that $25,000 from somewhere else should go towards funding the Beckman Park cricket lighting.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker and Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the increase in revenue from water and wastewater.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker and Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information regarding the Comprehensive General Plan as a Capital project.
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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker and Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding expenses for Transit building repairs.

In response to Council Member Bregman and Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker and PRCS Director Jaromay provided information regarding the non-General Fund positions in Parks.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the position of Risk Management Analyst.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the requirements for the position of Health and Safety Specialist and the difficulty in recruiting for this position.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the position of Senior Plans Examiner and the cost savings over the current use of contractors.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the implementation of the Economic Development Plan, revisiting the business tax, reinvesting in the business community, and having the business community address the business tax to fund economic development.

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the next steps for exploring the business tax.

Mayor Yepez commended staff for thinking outside the box in working on the mid-year budget.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-15 approving Fiscal Year 2025-26 mid-year budget adjustments; approving the addition of one Police Officer, one Senior Billing Specialist, one Management Analyst - Confidential, and one Senior Plans Examiner; deletion of one Customer Service Representative and one Health and Safety Specialist, and the reclassification of a Deputy City Clerk to an Assistant City Clerk and a Program Manager to a Recreation Manager; and adopting updates to the Budget and Fiscal Policy.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.3 Adopt a Resolution Awarding Operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter to the Council-Selected Operator, of Outreach Ministries International, Inc., Based on Ranking and Recommendation Provided by the Evaluation Committee, and Authorizing City Staff to Negotiate an Agreement and Return to City Council for Final Contract Approval (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - First Step Communities Proposal Attachment 2 - Five Keys Proposal
Attachment 3 - Outreach Ministries International Proposal Attachment 4 - The Salvation Army Proposal
Attachment 5 - Resolution

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Due to technical issues with the PowerPoint presentation on Item G.2, Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to amend the agenda to hear Item G.3 before Item G.2.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding awarding the operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter to the Council-selected operator of Outreach Ministries International, Inc., based on ranking and recommendation provided by the Evaluation Committee. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of presentation, Access Center operating request for proposals (RFP), RFP overview, summary of wraparound services, RFP timelines, proposals received, Evaluation Committee members, Evaluation Committee communication and participation, evaluation criteria, scoring and interviews, evaluation highlights, scoring summary, comparison of top three proposers, and staff recommendation.

At Mayor Yepez's suggestion, public comments were received before Council comments.

Chris Rieck, a member of the public, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Keymia Nen, a member of the public, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Maria Elena Serna, President of the Breakthrough Project for Social Justice, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Jeff McEachron, a member of the public, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Kathryn Siddle, a member of the public active in service to the homeless, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Marvin Bryant, of the Lodi Committee on Homelessness, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Dennis Buettner, an outreach worker for the homeless, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Annette DePauli, a homeless services worker at Adventist Health, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Johnny Coughran, Director of the Lodi Access Center, spoke in support of Outreach Ministries International.

Suzie Endow, a member of the Breakthrough Project, spoke regarding the need for a foster program to care for the animals of homeless individuals who are entering rehab programs.

Further, she commended the Animal Shelter for their hard work.

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Oskar Schwollinger, a member of the public, spoke in favor of Outreach Ministries International.

Kenneth Huntley, a member of the public, spoke via Zoom in favor of Outreach Ministries International.

An unidentified member of the public spoke in favor of Outreach Ministries International.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of Outreach Ministries International.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Jason McEachron, of Outreach Ministries International, provided information regarding the transition of clients out of the Access Center.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding the temporary Access Center being under-budget last year and currently under-budget for this year.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne and San Joaquin County Health Care Services Director Genevieve Valentine provided information regarding grant-required service tracking and the coordination with San Joaquin County due to the operation of a clinic within the Access Center.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding current budget authority and ARPA funds.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Access Center Director Johnny Coughran provided information regarding staffing necessary for outreach efforts to those in need and to the business community and the formation of a neighborhood coalition for public input.

Director Valentine provided additional information regarding the Access Center budget.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Director Valentine provided information regarding Proposition 1 funding.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne confirmed that funding is available for operational costs for the first year.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the old animal shelter having a possible role for temporary housing for animals as their owners are transitioning through programs.

Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne noted that the Lodi Committee on Homelessness has been discussing the establishment of a pet foster system.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the number of people who have transitioned through the temporary Access Center and acknowledged the people in the audience who have served at the temporary Access Center.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding Lodi's Point in Time count.

Council Member Nakanishi thanked Outreach Ministries International for the service they are performing and acknowledged the work of Salvation Army at Hope Harbor.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke regarding Johnny Coughran's commitment to the homeless and commended the Salvation Army regarding their collaboration to provide services to the homeless and their continued service to the community.
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In response to Mayor Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne, Mr. McEachron, Director Valentine, and San Joaquin County Supervisor Steve Ding provided information regarding operation funding, alternative plans should funding no longer be available, and grant funding requirements for length of operation.

Mayor Yepez stated he supports the Salvation Army for the contract.

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-16 awarding operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter to the Council-selected operator of Outreach Ministries International, Inc., based on ranking and recommendation provided by the Evaluation Committee, and authorizing City staff to negotiate an agreement and return to City Council for final contract approval.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

H. Ordinances - None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:06 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2026 - 3:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of February 11, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 3:00 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: City Attorney Lucchesi and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Bregman left the meeting at 5:26 p.m.

B. Announcement of Closed Session

B.1 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). One Position: Interim City Manager recruitment.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 3:01 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 5:31 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 5:31 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and Deputy City Attorney Baird disclosed that there was no reportable action.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 5:32 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk

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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 – 6:15 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of February 18, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:17 p.m.

Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: Council Member Bregman and Council Member Nakanishi

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Bregman arrived at 6:48 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). One Position: Interim City Manager.

c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2). Two Cases.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:19 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:05 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

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A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of February 18, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:06 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Proclamation In Observance of the Month of Ramadan, February 17 – March 19, 2026 (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation in observance of the Month of Ramadan, February 17 - March 19, 2026, to Masjid Ya Rasool-Allah, Khurram Shehzan Khan, Roger Khan, Mohsen Masood Khan, and Muhammad Sohrab Ali Khan.

B.2 Presentation of Recognition to Retiring Community Development Director, John Della Monica (CLK)

Retiring Community Development Director John Della Monica spoke regarding his time at the City of Lodi and his appreciation of staff and the community.

Mayor Yepez presented retiring Community Development Director Della Monica with a key to the City and a historical picture of the City signed by Community Development staff.

Deputy Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh and Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne spoke about retiring Community Development Director Della Monica.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding Community Development Director Della Monica's service to the City and the community.

B.3 Presentation of Recognition to Outgoing Interim City Manager James Lindsay (CLK)

Mayor Yepez presented outgoing Interim City Manager James Lindsay with an axe made by the Fire Department and a key to the City and spoke regarding his service to the City.

Outgoing Interim City Manager Lindsay spoke regarding his time with the City.

Council Member Nakanishi and Council Member Bregman spoke regarding outgoing Interim City Manager Lindsay's contributions to the City.

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C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

C.1 Receive and File Treasurer’s Report and Register of Claims (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Treasurer's Report

Attachment 2 - Register of Claims

Claims were approved in the amount of $156,510,180.

C.2 Accept the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ending September 30, 2025 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Quarterly Investment Report 9.30.25

Accepted the Quarterly Investment Report for the quarter ending September 30, 2025.

C.3 Accept the Quarterly Report of Purchases between $30,000 and $60,000 through December 31, 2025 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - $30k to $60k Purchases for Quarter 4

Accepted the Quarterly Report of Purchases between $30,000 and $60,000 through December 31, 2025.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Waiving the Bid Process and Approving Renewal of Dental Claims Administration Agreement with Stanislaus Foundation for Medical Care and Further Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Agreement (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Agreement with Stanislaus

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-17 waiving the bid process and approving the renewal of the Dental Claims Administration Agreement with Stanislaus Foundation for Medical Care and further authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the agreement.

C.5 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $7,500 from District 2 Non-Profit Funds to Lodi Community Church (“Love Lodi”) (Total $7,500) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy

Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-18 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $7,500 from District 2 Non-Profit Funds to Lodi Community Church (“Love Lodi”). 39

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C.6 Adopt a Resolution Repealing and Replacing Resolution No. 2023-98 and Adopting a Revised Lodi City Council Strategic Vision (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Updated Strategic Vision (Clean)

Attachment 2 - Updated Strategic Vision (Redlined)
Attachment 3 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she would like this item on the Regular Calendar so that the public has the opportunity to provide feedback on prioritization, with her preference being to continue it to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

In response to Mayor Yepez, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding continuing the item to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to continue this item to the March 4, 2026, Regular Calendar agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Appointing Christina Jaromay to the Position of City Treasurer of the City of Lodi (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for codification of the qualifications of the position of City Treasurer.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-19 appointing Christina Jaromay to the position of City Treasurer of the City of Lodi.

C.8 Adopt a Resolution Updating City Staff Signers on City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank Accounts (IS - BUD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution and Signature Cards for F&M

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-20 updating City staff signers on City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank accounts.

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C.9 Adopt a Resolution Accepting and Appropriating the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) Round 5 Grant and Authorizing the Interim City Manager or Designee to Execute HHAP Round 5 Subrecipient Agreements in a Form Acceptable by the City Attorney (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - CIP
Attachment 2 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Yepez.

Mayor Yepez requested that this item be voted on separately from the Consent Calendar.

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-21 accepting and appropriating the Homeless Housing, Assistance, and Prevention (HHAP) Round 5 Grant and authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute HHAP Round 5 Subrecipient Agreements in a form acceptable by the City Attorney.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

C.10 Approve Lodi Tourism Business Improvement District 2025 Annual Report (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Visit Lodi Annual Report 2025 and 2026

Plan

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she feels it is important that Council and the public are informed about the activities of the Lodi Tourism Business Improvement District and invited Visit Lodi President Wes Rhea to the podium.

Mr. Rhea provided a brief overview of the annual report.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Approved the Lodi Tourism Business Improvement District 2025 Annual Report.

C.11 Adopt a Resolution Approving Lodi Electric Utility Fee Schedule and Authorizing Annual Cost Based Adjustments (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-22 approving the Lodi Electric Utility Fee Schedule and authorizing annual cost-based adjustments.

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C.12 Adopt a Resolution Rejecting All Bids for the Adore Pets Building Demolition (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the rejection of bids for the Adore Pets building demolition and the Community Development Department's alternate plan for the demolition.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-23 rejecting all bids for the Adore Pets building demolition.

C.13 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 5 with West Yost & Associates, Inc of Davis, for Fiscal Year 2025/26 Regulatory Engineering Services at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility ($60,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No 5

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-24 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc., of Davis, for Fiscal Year 2025/26 regulatory engineering services at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility, in the amount of $60,000.

C.14 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding Between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the City of Lodi Regarding the Coordination of Ongoing Transit Planning and Programming of Federal Funds that Support the Ongoing and Future Deployment of Transit Services in the San Joaquin Region (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - SJCOG MOU

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-25 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the City of Lodi regarding the coordination of ongoing Transit planning and programming of Federal funds that support the ongoing and future deployment of Transit services in the San Joaquin Region.

C.15 Accept Improvements Under Contract for 2024 DeBenedetti Park South Parking Lot Expansion (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Project Photos

This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the 2024 DeBenedetti Park South Parking Lot Expansion project, including the scope of work, the Building Code requirement for EV chargers, and the delay in installation of the chargers.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the specifics of the EV chargers.
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In response to Mayor Yepez, Assistant Electric Utility Director Melissa Price provided information regarding the installation of EV fast chargers.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Accepted the improvements under the contract for the 2024 DeBenedetti Park South Parking Lot Expansion.

C.16 Set Public Hearing for March 18, 2026, to Consider Resolution Adopting Pre-Approved, Proposition 218 Consumer Price Index-Based Annual Adjustment to Rates for Solid Waste Collection (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Proposed Rates

Set a public hearing for March 18, 2026, to consider a resolution adopting pre-approved, Proposition 218 Consumer Price Index-based annual adjustment to rates for solid waste collection.

C.17 Set a Public Hearing for March 4, 2026, to Repeal and Replace Resolution No. 2018-111 and Authorize the City of Lodi to Join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; Authorize the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to Accept Applications from Property Owners, Conduct Special Assessment Proceedings and Levy Assessments and Special District Taxes and to Form Assessment Districts and Community Facilities Districts Within the Territory of the City of Lodi; Embody the Terms of a Joint Community Facilities Agreement Setting Forth the Provisions for Community Facilities District Financings; Approve Form of Acquisition Agreement for Use When Applicable; and Authorize Related Actions (ED)

Set a public hearing for March 4, 2026, to repeal and replace Resolution No. 2018-111 and authorize the City of Lodi to join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; authorize the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to accept applications from property owners, conduct Special Assessment proceedings and levy assessments and Special District taxes and to form Assessment Districts and Community Facilities Districts within the territory of the City of Lodi; embody the terms of a Joint Community Facilities Agreement setting forth the provisions for Community Facilities District financings; approve form of Acquisition Agreement for use when applicable; and authorize related actions.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items - None

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her inability to read all of the agreements tied to Items G.8 through G.15 due to the delayed agenda posting. She requested that those items be continued to the March 4 agenda.

F. Public Hearings

F.1 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Setting Pre-Approved Engineering News Record Adjustment Index for Usage-Based and Flat Water Rates for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Customers (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Water Rates

Attachment 2 - Resolution

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Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider adopting a resolution setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for usage-based and flat water rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

Public Works Management Analyst Rebecca Areida provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for usage-based and flat water rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Specific topics of discussion included background, staff recommendation, Water Meter Program status, seven-year summary of rate adjustments, rate increase history, recommended meter rates,

2.4% increase amounts, rate comparison of local cities, planned Capital projects, and recommendation.

In response to Council Member Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding Proposition 218.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the Water Treatment Plant capacity expansion planned for FY 29/30 and the separate issue of infrastructure for stormwater and wastewater.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the rate adjustment and ENR in 2021.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan clarified the process for rate adjustment.

Council Member Bregman requested additional information be provided to Council regarding the Water Treatment Plant capacity expansion project.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 7:57 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 7:58 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-26 setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for usage-based and flat water rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

F.2 Public Hearing to Consider Waiving the First Reading and Introducing Ordinance Revising Lodi Municipal Code, Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance (Redlined)

Attachment 2 - Ordinance (Clean)
Attachment 3 - PowerPoint Presentation

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Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider waiving the first reading and introducing an ordinance revising Lodi Municipal Code, Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount).

Assistant Electric Utility (EU) Director Melissa Price provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the introduction of an ordinance revising Lodi Municipal Code Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount).

Specific topics of discussion included background on Community Benefits Incentive Discount (CBID), current situation, proposed ordinance changes, timeline, next steps, and recommendation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Assistant EU Director Price provided information regarding the self-certification process, screening, and the Disadvantaged Community area.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Assistant EU Director Price provided information regarding the confidentiality of the organizations currently receiving the discount and the total value of the discount.

In response to Mayor Yepez, City Attorney Lucchesi stated the creation of a similar program for the private sector for companies which are relocating to Lodi would fall under the purview of the Economic Development Director. Assistant EU Director Price further provided information regarding the Economic Development Rate, the New Business Discount, and the New Jobs Discount.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:11 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:11 p.m.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to waive the first reading and introducing Ordinance No. 2046 revising Lodi Municipal Code Section

13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount).

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Receive Presentation of the Lodi Economic Development Strategic Plan and Consider Resolution Adopting the Plan (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Lodi Economic Development Strategic Plan

Attachment 2 - Resolution

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Strategic Plan, however, at one-on-one meetings with Council Members this week, it appeared Council may wish to continue this item to March 4. He noted the consultant has made travel plans to attend the March 4 Council meeting.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated her preference would be to receive the PowerPoint presentation, in the interest of providing the information to the public, and to evaluate any public comment for the need to continue the item to March 4.

Mayor Yepez concurred with Council Member Craig-Hensley's recommendation, in the interest of providing the opportunity for more public engagement.

Economic Development Director Aguilar provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Lodi Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP). Specific topics of discussion included background; introduction of Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee; consultant team of The Natelson Dale Group, Inc., Economic Growth Strategies, and RRM Design Group; process; stakeholder engagement; SWOT (Strengths, Weaknesses, Opportunities, and Threats) summary; regional context for economic development in Lodi; highlights of North Valley Thrive Strategic initiatives; potential target industries; eight strategy categories of EDSP; EDSP implementation; Action Plan highlights; key partnerships; and EDSP performance metrics.

Council Member Craig-Hensley commended Economic Development Director Aguilar, the steering committee, and the consultants on the thorough plan.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the loss of local businesses in the past due to the lack of Economic Development staff, the importance of the performance metrics, the mindset of pursuing new businesses and maintaining current businesses, and the good work of the Economic Development Committee.

Mayor Yepez spoke regarding the progress the City is making with this plan and the need for the City to be more customer friendly.

Mark Chandler, Chair of the Economic Development Committee, spoke regarding the well-done plan, opportunities for growth in higher level jobs in agriculture, and support for the Economic Development Committee remaining for the implementation phase of the EDSP.

City Clerk Nashed stated Council could make a motion and vote on either continuing the item to the March 4 agenda or accepting the plan.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the importance of maintaining the Economic Development Committee, partnership with the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, and her support of moving forward with acceptance of the plan.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-27 adopting the Lodi Economic Development Strategic Plan.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Extending the Term of Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee for an Additional Year (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2024-20
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a presentation regarding the extension of the term of the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee for an additional year. Specific topics of discussion included recent expiration of the Committee's term, the Committee's recommendation to extend the term for at least one additional year to oversee the implementation of the plan, return in the future regarding an economic development-related committee, and recommendation.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the expiration of the Committee term before the adoption of the Economic Development Strategic Plan (EDSP) and the Downtown Specific Plan, which is directly related to the EDSP, and the recommendation of current members to extend the term of the Committee.

Council Member Craig-Hensley expressed agreement with the two plans being directly related and stated she would like to have the Economic Development Committee comment on the Downtown Specific Plan in areas in which it overlaps with the EDSP.

Mayor Yepez stated that he felt that Council Member Bregman should focus on the Downtown Specific Plan as it encompasses more of his district. He further stated that Economic Development aligns more closely with his background, so he should be involved with the EDSP.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Council Member Bregman stated he would cede his seat on the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, thanked Council for adoption of the Economic Development Strategic Plan and spoke regarding the importance of the implementation, his support for the continuance of the Committee, the integration of the planning documents that are in progress, and the continued engagement of all of the people who have been involved in the EDSP to maintain momentum.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-28 extending the term of the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee for an additional year, with Council Member Bregman ceding his seat to Mayor Yepez.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.3 Discuss and Provide Direction on the Formation of a City Council Ad-Hoc Committee to Review and Make Recommendations on the City’s Delivery of Services to the Community (CM)

Mayor Yepez provided a presentation regarding the formation of a City Council ad-hoc committee to review and make recommendations on the City’s delivery of services to the community. Specific topics of discussion included the Council priority of creating a business-friendly environment; proposed group of two Council Members with people from the community to look at problems, such as how to make the permitting process more efficient; implementation of a customer service matrix for all City departments; an ad-hoc committee with a term of eight months; and committee recommendations for improvement to be brought to Council.

Council Member Nakanishi suggested having the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tempore as the two committee members.

Council Member Bregman suggested either Council Member Craig-Hensley or himself as being on the committee, due to their experience.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated she felt she needed to step back from this committee as she is too invested in a personal and professional standpoint.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi stated he would defer to Council Member Bregman.

City Clerk Nashed clarified that Mayor Yepez has requested that staff bring an item to a future agenda for the formation of an ad-hoc committee.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of the formation of the ad-hoc committee and offered assistance in providing information on similar efforts.

Mayor Yepez noted that the Lodi Chamber of Commerce is listed as one of the partners to be represented on the committee and asked that the complete staff report be forwarded to Mr. Doucette and Council.

Interim City Manager Lindsay clarified information on the item that will be presented to Council on a future agenda.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi confirmed that a motion was not needed and there was a consensus to bring this item back for further consideration.

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Lodi and the Lodi Professional Firefighters for the Period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028 (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Memorandum Placeholder

Attachment 2 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of staff.

Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that the union had requested more time to finalize the Memorandum of Understanding.

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G.5 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Lodi and the Lodi City Mid-Management Association for the Period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028 (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Memorandum Placeholder
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Interim Human Resources Manager Cristina Gonzales provided a presentation regarding the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lodi and the Lodi City Mid-Management Association for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028. Specific topics of discussion included background, three-year term, a 3% one-time off-salary schedule payment, equity increases for classifications deemed below market; classifications deemed over market to be Y-rated, cost of living increases, increase in City contribution for medical premium, longevity pay, bilingual pay increase, temporary upgrade increase, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing contribution, implementation of California State Disability coverage, and staff recommendation.

Council Member Nakanishi stated Council has spent a lot of time reviewing this item and is pleased to be able to raise employee compensation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Human Resources Manager Gonzales confirmed that information contained in the Blue Sheet had been included in the presentation.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-29 approving the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lodi and the Lodi City Mid-Management Association for the period January 1, 2026 through December 31, 2028.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.6 Adopt a Resolution Defining Benefits and Approving Benefit Modifications and Compensation for Unrepresented Mid-Management and General Service employees (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding the definition of benefits and approval of benefit modifications and compensation for unrepresented Mid-Management and General Service employees. Specific topics of discussion included the benefit package mirroring what the other units received, item combined both the Mid-Management and General Services unrepresented employees, consistency with other bargaining groups to include CalPERS cost sharing, 90% medical premium sharing, alignment with compensation study, and COLA.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding funding.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the choice of comparative cities for future compensation studies.

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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the selection of cities for the compensation studies.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the number of employees in the unrepresented groups.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-30 defining benefits and approving benefit modifications and compensation for unrepresented Mid-Management and General Service employees.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.7 Adopt a Resolution Approving Side-Letter Agreements Between the City of Lodi and Local 1245 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Side-Letter Agreement (Benefits)

Attachment 2 - Side-Letter Agreement (Apprentice)
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim Human Resources Manager Cristina Gonzales provided a presentation regarding Side-Letter Agreements between the City of Lodi and Local 1245 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers. Specific topics of discussion included term of current Memo randum of Understanding (MOU); Side Letter No. 1: amendment to benefits to include a cafeteria plan, increase of City's contribution for medical premiums, elimination of CalPers cost-sharing contribution, and agreement that the City will not be implementing a health reimbursement plan; Side Letter No. 2: inclusion of the Apprentice Substation Technician position that was omitted from the MOU as a result of a scrivener’s error; and staff recommendation.

Council Member Nakanishi commended Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer on the performance of his crews.

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-31 approving Side-Letter Agreements between the City of Lodi and Local 1245 International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jennifer Fontanilla, Library Director, Including Future Wage Adjustments to Bring the Library Director’s Base Salary to $172,010 Annually, effective January 4, 2027, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Exh A
Attachment 2 - Resolution

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding the long-range finance forecasting tool that was presented last year during the mid-year budget process, noting that he would be interested in the results produced by the tool in regard to the impact of the new salary ranges.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Christina Jaromay, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director, Including Future Wage Adjustments to Bring the PRCS Director’s Base Salary to $219,390 Annually, effective January 4, 2027, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum with Exh A Documents

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.10 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Berkheimer, Electric Utility Director, Including Future Cost of Living Increases, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Ricardo Garcia, Police Chief Including a One-Point Two One Percent (1.21%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Police Chief’s Base Salary to $269,921 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, Reduction in CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Exh A Original Agreement

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum #2 to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, Including a Five Percent (5%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Economic Development Director’s Base Salary to $198,198 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum #2 and Exh A with Prior Addendum and Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.13 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Kenneth Johnson, Fire Chief, Including a Five Percent (5%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Fire Chief’s Base Salary to $236,752 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Exh A Original Agrmt

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.14 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Katie O. Lucchesi, City Attorney, Including Wage Adjustment to Bring the City Attorney’s Base Salary to $303,680 Annually, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum with Amend #1 and Original Agreement Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.15 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Olivia Nashed, City Clerk, Including Wage Adjustment to Bring the City Clerk’s Base Salary to $162,842 Annually, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Exh A

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to move Items G.8 through G.15 to the March 4, 2026 agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.16 Adopt a Resolution Appointing an Interim City Manager Candidate, a Retired PERS Annuitant, at a Rate of $140 per hour and Not to Exceed 960 hours in a Fiscal Year (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - ICM Employment Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding the appointment of an Interim City Manager candidate, a retired PERS annuitant, at a rate of $140 per hour, not to exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year. Specific topics of discussion included approval of the agreement by the candidate, Aaron Busch; need for Council approval for staff to execute the agreement; rate; limit of 960 hours per fiscal year; start date; and continuance of the agreement until a permanent City Manager starts.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding the choice of a retired annuitant over current department heads, due to the need for the department heads to perform important functions within their departments.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi clarified that the item includes execution of the Employment Agreement.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-32 appointing Interim City Manager candidate Aaron Busch, a retired PERS annuitant, at a rate of $140 per hour, and not to exceed 960 hours in a fiscal year.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

H. Ordinances

H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2044 Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by Updating Section 15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment” (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Redlined Ordinance

Attachment 2 - Clean Ordinance

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2044 entitled, "An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 15.44 “Off-Site Improvements and Dedications,” by Updating Section 15.44.040 “Exemption or Deferment," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held January 7, 2026.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None
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H.2 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2045 Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by Revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal” (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 2 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.12.050 City Manager

Removal (Clean)
Attachment 1 - Proposed Changes to LMC 2.12.050 City Manager Removal (Redlined)

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2045 entitled, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lodi Amending Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.12 “City Manager” by Revising Section 2.12.050 “Removal," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held January 7, 2026.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: C ouncil Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:32 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 18, 2026 - 6:15 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of February 18, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:17 p.m.

Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: Council Member Bregman and Council Member Nakanishi

Also Present: Interim City Manager Lindsay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Bregman arrived at 6:48 p.m.

B. Announcement of Closed Session

a) CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Prospective Sale/Lease of Real Property Located at 350 North Washington Street (APN 041-240-28); the Negotiating Parties are James Lindsay, Interim City Manager, for the City of Lodi, and Cody Diede, Diede Construction, Inc., per Government Code 54956.8.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:19 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:05 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:05 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:06 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk

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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2026 - 5:00 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of March 4, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 5:07 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi arrived at 5:22 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT – Regarding One Position – Conference with Greg Nelson, of Mosiac Public Partners, Regarding Recruitment of City Manager Pursuant to Government Code §54957.

b) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION: One Appointed Position.

Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Initial Review of Interim City Manager.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 5:08 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:16 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:16 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of March 4, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:20 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

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B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Proclamation Recognizing Outgoing NCPA General Manager, Randy Howard (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation in recognition of outgoing Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) General Manager Randy Howard. Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Lodi City Council Representative to the NCPA, and Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer spoke regarding Mr. Howard's service to the community.

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

C.1 Receive and File the Treasurer’s Report and Register of Claims for the Month of January 2026 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Treasurer's Report January 2026 Attachment 2 - Register of Claims January 2026

Claims were approved in the amount of $21,825,205.

C.2 Accept the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter Ending December 31, 2025 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Q4 Investment Report 12.31.25

Accepted the Quarterly Investment Report for the Quarter ending December 31, 2025.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute the Write-off of Uncollectible Utility Billing Bad Debts for the Years 2017 Through 2021, Approve the Total Write-off Amount of $1,573,855.04, and Approve Appropriations of $1,292,718 (IS-FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - EU Write-Off 2017-2021
Attachment 2 - PW Write-Off 2017-2021
Attachment 3 - Finance Write-Off 2017-2021
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-33 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the write-off of uncollectible Utility billing bad debts for the Years 2017 through 2021, approving the total write-off amount of $1,573,855.04, and approving appropriations in the amount of $1,292,718.

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C.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Accept a Donation from the Carnegie Corporation of New York in the Amount of $10,000 for the Lodi Public Library and Appropriate Funds (LIB)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Award Letter
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-34 authorizing the City Manager to accept a donation from the Carnegie Corporation of New York in the amount of $10,000 for the Lodi Public Library and appropriating funds.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Accept a Donation from the Constance E.

Reynolds Trust in the Amount of $25,000 for the Lodi Public Library and Appropriate Funds (LIB)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Constance E. Reynolds Donation Letter Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-35 authorizing the City Manager to accept a donation from the Constance E. Reynolds Trust in the amount of $25,000 for the Lodi Public Library and appropriating funds.

C.6 Set a Public Hearing for March 18, 2026 to Consider a Motion to Approve the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and Direct Staff to Transmit the Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research (CD)

Set a public hearing for March 18, 2026, to consider a motion to approve the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report and direct staff to transmit the report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development and the Governor’s Office of Planning and Research.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

David Mendoza, a local engineer, spoke regarding the excellent service received from the Building Department and the Public Works Department. He stated that he feels the Public Works Department is severely understaffed and urged Council to fund positions in the budget.

Gordon Shields, a member of the public, spoke regarding the help he had received from City staff in getting a handicap ramp installed on his street so that his paraplegic daughter is able to access the community mailbox.

Vanessa Barberis, of Waste Management, spoke regarding upcoming events for electronic recycling, secure document shredding, and tire and mattress disposal.

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the handicap ramp installed in Mr. Gordon Shield's neighborhood and the Public Works Department's database of areas with accessibility issues and trip hazards.

Council Member Craig-Hensley suggested sharing the database information with the Senior Citizens Commission and the Lodi Improvement Committee.

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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the length of time the City has maintained the databases.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi thanked the Public Works Department for responding to Mr. Shield's problem so quickly and efficiently.

F. Public Hearings

F.1 Public Hearing to Repeal and Replace Resolution No. 2018-111 and Authorize the City of Lodi to Join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; Authorize the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to Accept Applications from Property Owners, Conduct Special Assessment Proceedings and Levy Assessments and Special District Taxes and to Form Assessment Districts and Community Facilities Districts Within the Territory of the City of Lodi; Embody the Terms of a Joint Community Facilities Agreement Setting Forth the Provisions for Community Facilities District Financings; Approve Form of Acquisition Agreement for Use When Applicable; and Authorize Related Actions (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution No. 2018-111
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider the repeal and replacement of Resolution No. 2018-111 and the authorization of the City of Lodi to join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; authorization of the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to accept applications from property owners, conduct Special Assessment proceedings and levy assessments and Special District taxes and to form Assessment Districts and Community Facilities Districts within the territory of the City of Lodi; embodiment of the terms of a Joint Community Facilities Agreement setting forth the provisions for Community Facilities District financings; approval of the Form of Acquisition Agreement for use when applicable; and authorization of related actions.

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a presentation regarding the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program. Specific topics of discussion included the development of the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program by the California Statewide Communities Development Authority (CSCDA) to help finance development projects, pooled tax-exempt bonds that fund development impact fees and public improvement for private development, bond issuance by CSCDA as a joint powers authority sponsored by the League of California Cities and the California State Association of Counties, Lodi membership in the program since 2018, program expansion to include financing public capital improvements constructed by developers and public services necessary to support new development, modifications to the legal documentation for Community Facilities Districts (CFD), need for a public hearing, and program benefits.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the program meeting some of the strategic priorities.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Busch confirmed the program issues tax-exempt bonds.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 7:48 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 7:48 p.m.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to repeal and replace Resolution No. 2018-111 and adopt Resolution No. 2026-36 authorizing the City of Lodi to join the Statewide Community Infrastructure Program; authorizing the California Statewide Communities Development Authority to accept applications from property owners, conduct Special Assessment proceedings and levy assessments and Special District taxes and to form Assessment Districts and Community Facilities Districts within the territory of the City of Lodi; embody the terms of a Joint Community Facilities Agreement setting forth the provisions for Community Facilities District financings; approving the form of Acquisition Agreement for use when applicable; and authorizing related actions.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter Quarterly Update (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Lodi Access Center Client Services Report August 1, 2025 to October 31, 2025
Attachment 2 - Lodi Access Center Client Services Report November 1, 2025 – January 31, 2026

Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne and Jason McEachron, of Outreach Ministries International, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter Quarterly update. Specific topics of discussion included provision of update for two quarters, overview, Access Center construction budget and schedule update, Temporary Access Center operator budget status overview, Year One contract budget breakdown, first quarter of Year Two contract budget breakdown, Lodi Access Center success statistics, 15-month update, Tree to Success, client demographics, and senior clients.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Mr. McEachron provided information regarding the tracking and follow-up of clients who have been placed in housing, programs, or jobs.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the information provided shows the cost per person served at the Access Center is significantly lower than the County and State average.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. McEachron provided information regarding the current bed count.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Mr. McEachron provided information regarding occupancy.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding referrals from outside of Lodi.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Mr. McEachron provided information regarding the average salary for Access Center employees.

Johnny Coughran, of Outreach Ministries International, provided Lodi Access Center hats to City Council.

No Council action was required on this item.
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G.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Enter into a Concession Lease Agreement with Galt Fuel, LLC for a Portion of Lawrence Park Located at 350 N. Washington Street, Lodi (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Concession Lease Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a presentation regarding a Concession Lease Agreement with Galt Fuel Station, LLC, for a portion of Lawrence Park, located at 350 North Washington Street. Specific topics of discussion included American Legion building adjacent to Lawrence Park, current renovations to the American Legion building to be re-purposed as an event space, Galt Field Station's request to lease approximately 5,400 square feet of the land from Lawrence Park for the construction of an enclosed dining and entertainment patio with related improvements on the southern end of the property, and terms of the agreement.

In response to Council Member Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi clarified what Council Members may discuss in Open Session, relative to what was discussed in Closed Session.

Maria Jones, a member of the American Legion, spoke in favor of the agreement.

Bertha Castro, Lodi resident and President of Unidos Progresdando - Progressing Together, spoke in favor of the agreement.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, acknowledged the years of service provided to the American Legion Post by Maria and Martin Jones and spoke in favor of the agreement.

Ryan Ranchhod, speaking on behalf of the Diede family and those involved in the Legion Hall renovation, thanked the City for the collaboration on the project and spoke in favor of the agreement.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the American Legion Hall is a memorial to those who lost their lives defending our nation, which makes it important to have the space activated again.

She also spoke regarding the community's support of the renovation of the Legion Hall building and the continued presence of the police at Lawrence Park.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding his appreciation of the building and the community effort in the Lawrence Park area. He further stated that he feels the City should have a system to calculate property value vs. return or public benefit for the lease of City property, so that in the future the City is able to demonstrate the process behind the decision.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-37 authorizing the Interim City Manager to enter into a Concession Lease Agreement with Galt Fuel Station, LLC, for a portion of Lawrence Park located at 350 North Washington Street.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez
Noes: Council Member Bregman

Absent: None

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G.3 Adopt a Resolution Repealing and Replacing Resolution No. 2023-98 and Adopting a Revised Lodi City Council Strategic Vision (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Updated Strategic Vision (Clean) Attachment 2 - Updated Strategic Vision (Redlined)
Attachment 3 - Resolution

City Clerk Nashed provided a presentation regarding a revised Lodi City Council Strategic Vision. Specific topics of discussion included the 2023 two-day strategic planning session, Council-directed updates in January 2026 by Interim City Manager Lindsay, and the proposed resolution adopting those changes.

Interim City Manager Busch stated that this is a foundational piece that Council will rely on for budget purposes and work plans, and he looks forward to working with the departments as they incorporate these priorities in the upcoming budget.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding aligning work plans and clarification of competing priorities.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for measurable objectives and alignment of the work plans to the priorities and recapped her priority list.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding the Chamber's willingness to help, a Business Retention and Expansion Plan, outreach to local employers through the Chamber, creation of a business-friendly environment, and partnerships within the community.

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-38 repealing and replacing Resolution No. 2023-98 and adopting a revised Lodi City Council Strategic Vision.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving Side-Letter Agreement Between the City of Lodi and Lodi Police Mid-Management Organization for a one-time off salary schedule payment (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - LPMO MOU
Attachment 2 - Side Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim Human Resources Manager Cristina Gonzales provided a presentation regarding a Side-Letter Agreement between the City of Lodi and the Lodi Police Mid-Management Organization (LPMO) for a one-time off salary schedule payment. Specific topics of discussion included previously-negotiated CalPERS cost-sharing agreements with all employee groups; LPMO's agreement to contribute 9% towards the City's contribution through previous MOUs; successor MOU approved by Council on November 19, 2025, lowering the contribution to 3%; delay in execution of amendment during which time members continued to pay a 9% contribution; complaint filed by LPMO; amendment to cost-sharing agreement effective date of February 2, 2026; agreement to one-time off salary schedule payment of $1,000 per LPMO member; adoption of Side Letter to resolve the LPMO complaint; and staff recommendation. 64

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Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-39 approving the Side-Letter Agreement between the City of Lodi and the Lodi Police Mid-Management Organization for a one-time off salary schedule payment.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jennifer Fontanilla, Library Director, Including Future Wage Adjustments to Bring the Library Director’s Base Salary to $172,010 Annually, effective January 4, 2027, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Ex A
Attachment 2 - Library Director Compensation Salary Data Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jennifer Fontanilla, Library Director, including future wage adjustments to bring the Library Director’s base salary to $172,010 annually, effective January 4, 2027, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Interim City Manager Busch noted that due to the similarity in the final eight items on the Regular Calendar agenda, and in the interest of time, he will provide one PowerPoint presentation for the general information and highlight the differences on individual slides for each position. Specific topics of discussion included background on City negotiations, common negotiated terms offered to all employees, and the Library Director addendum.

Council Member Craig-Hensley thanked Interim City Manager Busch for the clarification of the information provided in the agenda packet.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding the hours spent on reaching these agreements and the goal of getting the City's employees to the median salary range.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the need to retain good employees.

Mayor Yepez spoke regarding his evaluation of City directors and his intention to vote against some of the items.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-40 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jennifer Fontanilla, Library Director, including future wage adjustments to bring the Library Director’s base salary to $172,010 annually, effective January 4, 2027, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

G.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Christina Jaromay, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director, Including Future Wage Adjustments to Bring the PRCS Director’s Base Salary to $219,390 Annually, effective January 4, 2027, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum with Ex A Documents Attachment 2 - PRCS Director Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Christina Jaromay, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director, including future wage adjustments to bring the PRCS Director’s base salary to $219,390 annually, effective January 4, 2027, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-41 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Christina Jaromay, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director, including future wage adjustments to bring the PRCS Director’s base salary to $219,390 annually, effective January 4, 2027, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None
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G.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Berkheimer, Electric Utility Director, Maintaining Current Salary of $342,000, Including Future Cost of Living Increases, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Berkheimer, Electric Utility Director, maintaining current salary of $342,000, including future cost of living increases, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-42 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Jeffrey Berkheimer, Electric Utility Director, maintaining the current salary of $342,000, including future cost of living increases, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Ricardo Garcia, Police Chief Including a One-Point Two One Percent (1.21%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Police Chief’s Base Salary to $269,921 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, Reduction in CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Ex A Original Agreement Attachment 2 - Police Chief Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Ricardo Garcia, Police Chief, including a 1.21% equity adjustment to bring the Police Chief’s base salary to $269,921 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, reduction in CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-43 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Ricardo Garcia, Police Chief, including a 1.21% equity adjustment to bring the Police Chief’s base salary to $269,921 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, reduction in CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Kenneth Johnson, Fire Chief, Including a Five Percent (5%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Fire Chief’s Base Salary to $236,752 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Ex A Original Agrmt

Attachment 2 - Fire Chief Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Kenneth Johnson, Fire Chief, including a 5% equity adjustment to bring the Fire Chief’s base salary to $236,752 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-44 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Kenneth Johnson, Fire Chief, including a 5% equity adjustment to bring the Fire Chief’s base salary to $236,752 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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G.10 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum #2 to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, Including a Five Percent (5%) Equity Adjustment to Bring the Economic Development Director’s Base Salary to $198,198 Annually, effective January 5, 2026, Future Cost of Living Increases, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum #2 and Ex A with Prior Addendum and Agreement
Attachment 2 - ED Director Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a presentation regarding Addendum No. 2 to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, including a 5% equity adjustment to bring the Economic Development Director’s base salary to $198,198 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-45 authorizing the City Manager to execute Addendum No. 2 to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, including a 5% equity adjustment to bring the Economic Development Director’s base salary to $198,198 annually, effective January 5, 2026, future cost of living increases, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

G.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Katie O. Lucchesi, City Attorney, Including Wage Adjustment to Bring the City Attorney’s Base Salary to $303,680 Annually, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum with Amend #1 and Original Agreement

Attachment 2 - City Attorney Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Katie O. Lucchesi, City Attorney, including wage adjustment to bring the City Attorney’s base salary to $303,680 annually, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Interim City Manager Busch noted that due to the similarity in the final eight items on the Regular Calendar agenda, and in the interest of time, he will provide one PowerPoint 69

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presentation for the general information and highlight the differences on individual slides for each position. Specific topics of discussion included background on City negotiations, common negotiated terms offered to all employees, appointees’ evaluation procedure, and the City Attorney addendum.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated the City Attorney and City Clerk are the only two positions on the agenda for which Council performed an evaluation and the Council as a whole approved the City Attorney and City Clerk addendums in Closed Session.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-46 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Katie O. Lucchesi, City Attorney, including wage adjustment to bring the City Attorney’s base salary to $303,680 annually, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

G.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Olivia Nashed, City Clerk, Including Wage Adjustment to Bring the City Clerk’s Base Salary to $162,842 Annually, Elimination of CalPERS Cost-Sharing, and Modification to the City’s Contribution to Medical Premiums (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Addendum and Ex A

Attachment 2 - City Clerk Compensation Survey Data
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Busch provided a presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Olivia Nashed, City Clerk, including wage adjustment to bring the City Clerk’s base salary to $162,842 annually, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

Scott Hamilton, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need to change the process of department directors' contracts coming to Council when those positions report to the City Manager.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-47 authorizing the City Manager to execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Olivia Nashed, City Clerk, including wage adjustment to bring the City Clerk’s base salary to $162,842 annually, elimination of CalPERS cost-sharing, and modification to the City’s contribution to medical premiums.

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

H. Ordinances

H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2046 Revising Lodi Municipal Code, Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section

13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance (Redlined)

Attachment 2 - Ordinance (Clean)

City Clerk Nashed provided a presentation regarding Ordinance No. 2046. Specific items of discussion included introduction date and staff recommendation.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she spoke with Assistant Electric Utility Director Melissa Price regarding this ordinance and received information about which groups would benefit from this program. She further stated that she would encourage local nonprofits to contact Assistant Electric Utility Director Price regarding possible qualification for the program.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2046 entitled, "An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Lodi Revising Lodi Municipal Code, Section 13.20.240 Schedule G1-General Service-Group 1 Commercial/Industrial and Section 13.20.250 Schedule G2-General Service-Group 2 Commercial/Industrial (Community Benefits Incentive Discount)," which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held February 18, 2026.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:16 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 1, 2026 – 6:15 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:16 p.m.

Present: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: Council Member Bregman and Council Member Nakanishi

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi arrived at 6:17 p.m.

NOTE: Council Member Bregman arrived at 6:49 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2). Two Cases.

b) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). One Position: City Manager Recruitment.

c) PUBLIC EMPLOYEE APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b).

Title: City Attorney Recruitment and Interim City Attorney Appointment.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:17 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:01 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:01, Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of April 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:06 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

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B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming April 4, 2026, as Arbor Day in Lodi (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez and Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Christina Jaromay presented a proclamation to Steve Dutra and Bill Nantt, of Tree Lodi, proclaiming April 4, 2026, as Arbor Day in the City of Lodi.

B.2 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to Lodi Boys and Girls Club (CLK)

Mayor Yepez and Council Member Nakanishi presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check in the amount of $4,130 to Roger Coover, of the Lodi Boys and Girls Club.

B.3 Presentation of Non-Profit Allocation Check to Lodi Community Church (“Love Lodi”) (CLK)

Mayor Yepez and Council Member Craig-Hensley presented a Non-Profit Allocation Check in the amount of $7,500 to Timothy and Tara Stewart, of Lodi Community Church (“Love Lodi”); Christine Alberg, Principal of Lawrence Elementary School; and Jamie Moso, Principal of Heritage Elementary School.

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

C.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving Renewal of Chiropractic Benefit Administration Agreement with Landmark Healthplan of California and Further Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Agreement (Not to Exceed $130,000) (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Landmark Healthplan of California Inc. Contract Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-55 approving the renewal of the Chiropractic Benefit Administration Agreement with Landmark Healthplan of California and further authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute the agreement, in an amount not to exceed $130,000.

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C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 with a Two-Year Term Extension for the Professional Services Agreement with Business Recovery Services Inc., of Alameda, CA, for Utility Payment Lockbox Services for a Sum Not-To-Exceed $138,942 (IS-FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2 Business Recovery Services PSA Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-56 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 with a two-year term extension for the Professional Services Agreement with Business Recovery Services, Inc., of Alameda, for utility payment lockbox services, for a total not to exceed $138,942.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Approving New Professional Services Agreement with Loomis for Comprehensive Cash Handling Machine and Armored Transport Services ($165,000) (IS -FIN)
Attachments: Attachment 1 - Professional Services Agreement Attachment 2 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of staff.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Reclassification of the Literacy and Programs Manager Position to Librarian II (LIB)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Literacy and Program Manager Job Description Attachment 2 - Librarian II Job Description
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-57 approving the reclassification of the Literacy and Programs Manager position to Librarian II.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’s Approval of Three Replacement Vehicles from Sanborn Chevrolet Inc and Approve the Purchase of One Replacement Vehicle from Lodi Motors, Inc dba Lodi Honda, Emergency Equipment Installation from Lehr Upfitters OpCo LLC, and Radio Equipment from Dailey-Wells Communications, Inc in the Amount of $212,804.46 (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Vehicle 05-077
Attachment 2 - Vehicle 05-104
Attachment 3 - Vehicle 05-091
Attachment 4 - Vehicle 05-076
Attachment 5 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-58 ratifying the City Manager’s approval of three replacement vehicles from Sanborn Chevrolet, Inc., and approving the purchase of one replacement vehicle from Lodi Motors, Inc., dba Lodi Honda, emergency equipment installation from Lehr Upfitters OpCo, LLC, and radio equipment from Dailey-Wells Communications, Inc., in the amount of $212,804.46.

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C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Interim City Manager to Execute Professional Services Agreement with EagleShield Pest Control, Inc., for Squirrel Abatement and Maintenance Program at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility ($229,827) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Professional Services Agreement Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-59 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with EagleShield Pest Control, Inc., for squirrel abatement and maintenance program at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility, in the amount of $229,827.

C.7 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $3,500 from District 4 Non-Profit Funds to Unidos Progresando - Progressing Together (Total $3,500) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-60 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $3,500 from District 4 Non-Profit Funds to Unidos Progresando - Progressing Together.

C.8 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $5,000 from District 5 Non-Profit Funds to Beckman Elementary School (Total $5,000) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi provided information regarding his choice of Beckman Elementary School to receive the allocation of Public Benefit Funds from his District.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-61 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $5,000 from District 5 Non-Profit Funds to Beckman Elementary School.

C.9 Appoint Christopher Anderson to the Library Board of Trustees (CLK)

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Bregman.

Council Member Bregman recused himself from voting on this item and left the dais for the vote.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to appoint Christopher Anderson to the Library Board of Trustees.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Yepez
Noes: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi

Absent: None

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Directed the City Clerk to make the following appointment.

APPOINTMENT:

Library Board of Trustees
Christopher Anderson – Term to expire July 1, 2027

City Clerk Nashed administered the Oath of Office to Christopher Anderson, appointee to the Library Board of Trustees.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items - None

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items - None

F. Public Hearings - None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Adopt a Resolution Appointing John Luebberke as Interim City Attorney and Approving the Corresponding Legal Services Agreement with Law Firm Herum Crabtree Suntag (CA)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Legal Services Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

City Attorney Lucchesi provided a presentation regarding the appointment of John Luebberke as Interim City Attorney. Specific topics of discussion included interview of candidates, selection of Mr. Luebberke, negotiation of agreement terms, hourly rate, and authority.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-62 appointing John Luebberke as Interim City Attorney and approving the corresponding Legal Services Agreement with Law Firm Herum Crabtree Suntag.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.2 Adopt the Following Resolutions Pertaining to the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election (CLK)

(a) Resolution Calling and Giving Notice of the General Municipal Election;

(b) Resolution Requesting the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors to Render Specified Services for the Conduct of a General Municipal Election;

(c) Resolution Setting Forth the Council’s Policy Regarding Impartial Analysis, Arguments, and Rebuttal Arguments for Any Measure(s) that May Qualify to be Placed on the Ballot; and

(d) Resolution Adopting Regulations for Candidates for Elective Office Pertaining to Candidates’ Statements Submitted to the Voters at the General Municipal Election

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Attachments: Attachment 1 - City of Lodi Offices' Schedule Attachment 2 - Resolution Calling for Election
Attachment 3 - Resolution to Consolidate with SJCROV
Attachment 4 - Resolution Regarding Measures
Attachment 5 - Resolution Regarding Candidate Statements

City Clerk Nashed proided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the adoption of resolutions pertaining to the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election. Specific topics of discussion included 2026 elections for Districts 1, 2, and 3; General Municipal Election timeline; and current actions before Council: (1) call for an election on November 3, 2026, (2) consolidation of election with San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters, (3) set policy for impartial analysis, arguments, and rebuttal arguments for Measures, and (4) adopt regulations regarding Candidates’ Statements.

In response to Council Member Bregman, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding the consolidation of the election with San Joaquin County Registrar of Voters.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding services provided to candidates for City Council.

In response to Mayor Yepez, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding the use of promotional videos and social media to increase public awareness about the election.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding candidates speaking with elected officials.

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt the following resolutions pertaining to the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election:

(a) Resolution No. 2026-63 calling and giving notice of the General Municipal Election;

(b) Resolution No. 2026-64 requesting the San Joaquin County Board of Supervisors to render specified services for the conduct of a General Municipal Election;

(c) Resolution No. 2026-65 setting forth the Council’s policy regarding the impartial analysis, arguments, and rebuttal arguments for any Measure(s) that may qualify to be placed on the ballot; and

(d) Resolution No. 2026-66 adopting regulations for Candidates for elective office pertaining to Candidates’ Statements submitted to the voters at the General Municipal Election.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

H. Ordinances - None

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I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:47 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk

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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 17, 2026 – 6:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of June 17, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:32 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UWM-2026-0003828.

b) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1): Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UOE-2026-0044713.

c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code § 54956.9(d)(2). One Case.

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:33 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:14 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:14 p.m., Mayor Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting, and Interim City Attorney Luebberke disclosed that there was no reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of June 17, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:15 p.m.

Present: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

Also Present: Interim City Manager Busch, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed
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B. Presentations

B.1 Parks and Recreation Month Proclamation: The Power of Parks and Recreation

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director Christina Jaromay, Parks Commissioner Mike Carouba, and members of the PRCS staff proclaiming the month of July 2026 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Lodi, with this year's theme being the Power of Parks and Recreation.

B.2 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming June 6, 2026 as California Adopt-a-Pet Day in Lodi (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation to David Gode proclaiming June 6, 2026, as California Adopt-a-Pet Day in the City of Lodi.

B.3 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Month of June 2026 as Pride Month in Lodi (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Yepez presented a proclamation to Jess Moreno and other members of A New Lodi proclaiming the month of June 2026 as Pride Month in the City of Lodi.

Christopher Anderson, a founding member A New Lodi, spoke in support of the proclamation.

B.4 Presentation of Recognition to Outgoing Interim City Manager, Aaron Busch (CLK)

Mayor Yepez presented of certificate of recognition and gift to outgoing Interim City Manager Aaron Busch.

C. Consent Calendar (Reading; Comments by the Public; Council Action)

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to approve the following items hereinafter set forth, except those otherwise noted, in accordance with the report and recommendation of the City Manager.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

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C.1 Approve Minutes
a) May 20, 2026 (Regular Meeting)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Regular Meeting Minutes of May 20, 2026

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that at the May 20, 2026, meeting, she had requested that Council receive information regarding the difference between revenue received from the business license tax vs. revenue received from business licenses and for information relative to financial reports for the Library Investment Fund and the Library Board of Trustees Fund, including any audits done on these funds. She noted that both items remain outstanding.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

The minutes of May 20, 2026, were approved as written.

C.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the Allocation of Public Benefit Funds of $3,000 from District 5 Non-Profit Funds to the Child Abuse Prevention Council (Total $3,000) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Reso 2025-120 and Adopted Nonprofit Fund Policy Attachment 2 - Proposal Letter
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-123 approving the allocation of Public Benefit Funds in the amount of $3,000 from District 5 Non-Profit Funds to the Child Abuse Prevention Council, in the total amount of $3,000.

C.3 Receive and File an Informational Report Regarding Corrections to the City's 2024 and 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Reports (CD)

Received and filed an informational report regarding corrections to the City's 2024 and 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Reports.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager or Designee to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Industrial Waste Connection MOU with Van Ruiten Family Winery, LLC (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - MOU Amendment No. 1
Attachment 2 - MOU Agreement
Attachment 3 - Request Letter
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-124 authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Industrial Waste Connection MOU with Van Ruiten Family Winery, LLC.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager or Designee to Execute Amendment No. 2 to the Industrial Waste Connection MOU with Michael/David Winery (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - MOU Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - MOU and Amendment No. 1
Attachment 3 - Request Letter
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-125 authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Industrial Waste Connection MOU with Michael/David Winery. 81

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C.6 Adopt a Resolution Approving and Accepting Lodi Electric Utility 2026 Wildfire Mitigation Plan (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Wildfire Mitigation Plan 2026 Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-126 approving and accepting the Lodi Electric Utility 2026 Wildfire Mitigation Plan.

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Approving the Purchase of Dell Computer Equipment for Annual Computer Refresh Project from Dell Technologies Inc., of Round Rock, Texas and Appropriate Funds in the Amount Not To Exceed $537,000 (IT)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Dell PC Refresh Quote
Attachment 2 - CDW-G Software - Office and Windows Quote Attachment 3 - CMAS Agreement 3-22-06-1045
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-127 approving the purchase of Dell computer equipment for the annual computer refresh project from Dell Technologies, Inc., of Round Rock, Texas, and appropriating funds in an amount not to exceed $537,000.

C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment with Placer.ai Labs, Inc., of Los Altos, CA, for a Total not to Exceed $72,500 (ISD - IT)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Placer Labs, Inc Amendment
Attachment 2 - Original Agreement
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-128 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an amendment to the agreement with Placer.ai Labs, Inc., of Los Altos, for a total amount not to exceed $72,500.

C.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Purchase Three Patrol Vehicle Replacements from Folsom Lake Ford of Folsom, CA, One Patrol Vehicle Replacement from Winner Chevrolet Inc of Sacramento, CA, and Emergency Equipment and Installation from LEHR Upfitters OpCo LLC, of Sacramento, CA, in the Amount of $338,788.82 (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Vehicle 05-020
Attachment 2 - Vehicle 05-016
Attachment 3 - Vehicle 05-008
Attachment 4 - Vehicle 05-095
Attachment 5 - Government Pricing Contract
Attachment 6 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the importance supporting local businesses and the update of the Procurement Policy.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-129 authorizing the Interim City Manager to purchase three patrol vehicle replacements from Folsom Lake Ford, of Folsom, one patrol vehicle replacement from Winner Chevrolet, Inc., of Sacramento, and emergency equipment and installation from LEHR Upfitters OpCo, LLC, of Sacramento, in the amount of $338,788.82. 82

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C.10 Adopt a Resolution of the Lodi City Council Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Purchase Agreement for Personnel Safety Equipment with LC Action Police Supply of San Jose, CA, in the Amount of $500,000 Over Five Years (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Professional Service Agreement Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-130 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute a Purchase Agreement for personnel safety equipment with LC Action Police Supply, of San Jose, in the amount of $500,000 over five years.

C.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Telstar Instruments, of Concord, for Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition, Instrumentation, Maintenance, and Integration Services ($175,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 2
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-131 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Telstar Instruments, of Concord, for supervisory control and data acquisition, instrumentation, maintenance, and integration services, in the amount of $175,000.

C.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute Contracts for Fiscal Year 2026/27 Contracts with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties for Downtown Cleaning ($125,139.25), Transit Facility Cleaning ($97,123.00), and Hutchins Street Square Landscape Maintenance ($26,028.00) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Downtown Cleaning
Attachment 2 - Landscape Maintenance at HSS
Attachment 3 - Transit Facility Cleaning
Attachment 4 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-132 authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute contracts for Fiscal Year 2026/27 with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties for Downtown cleaning, in the amount of $125,139.25; Transit Facility cleaning, in the amount of $97,123, and Hutchins Street Square landscape maintenance, in the amount of $26,028.

C.13 Adopt a Resolution Approving 2026/2027 Pavement Resurfacing Project for Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 Funding FY 2026/27 (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for a complete road condition assessment report.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the status of the road condition assessment.

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Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding the recent road striping project.

This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-133 approving the 2026/2027 Pavement Resurfacing Project for Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 funding for Fiscal Year 2026/27.

C.14 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Appropriation Adjustments for Hutchins Street Resurfacing Project ($129,165) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - CIP
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-134 authorizing appropriation adjustments for the Hutchins Street Resurfacing Project, in the amount of $129,165.

C.15 Adopt a Resolution Rejecting Protest and Awarding Contract for 2026-2028 Tree Maintenance Project to Elite Maintenance & Tree Service, of Ceres ($616,700), and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Orders ($100,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Bid Protest
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B - City Response
Attachment 3 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Jason Pinegar, of West Coast Arborists.

Mr. Pinegar spoke regarding the protest submitted by West Coast Arborists, qualifications of the lowest bidder, concerns regarding emergency response, and West Coast Arborists’ twenty-year history with the City of Lodi.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Attorney Luebberke stated Council has the ability to postpone the contract award.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the ability to terminate the contract if services do not meet standards.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding not favoring evergreen contracts, supporting staff's decisions on bid evaluations, and moving forward with the award if there is the ability to terminate the contract if necessary.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the bid history of the Tree Maintenance Project, the bid process, and bid evaluations.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Budget Manager Jennelle Baker and Interim City Attorney Luebberke provided information regarding the Finance's Committee's recommendation on the updated Procurement Policy's local preference differential.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the cities provided as references by the low bidder.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Mr. Pinegar stated West Coast Arborists is the current tree maintenance provider of some of the agencies listed as references by the low bidder, further clarifying the low bidder does provide landscape services to those agencies and 84

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noting the low bidder has not completed an entire year of tree maintenance service for a city.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the outstanding service provided by West Coast Arborists and staff's perspective on the bid evaluation.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Busch asked Council for clarification on specific items for staff to investigate if the item was moved to the next Council meeting.

Council Member Bregman asked for verification of tree maintenance work with the agencies provided as references.

Mr. Pinegar stated that he has requested information regarding the tree management software utilized by the low bidder but has not received anything to date.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the work West Coast Arborists has provided to local non-profits and stated she feels this needs to be taken into account.

Mr. Pinegar provided information regarding the ranking of the bids for the City of Roseville, in which both West Coast Arborists and the low bidder participated.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke in favor of awarding the bid to West Coast Arborists.

Interim City Manager Busch spoke regarding confirmation of the information provided by the low bidder and bringing the item back to the next Council meeting.

No action was taken on this item. Staff will bring the item back to Council on the July 1, 2026 agenda.

C.16 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2026-2028 Citywide On-Call HVAC Services; Adopt Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder ($700,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for 2026-2028 Citywide on-call HVAC services; and adopted Resolution No. 2026-136 authorizing the City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, in an amount not to exceed $700,000.

C.17 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2026-2029 Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring; Adopt Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder ($200,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for 2026-2029 Citywide fire alarm monitoring; and adopted Resolution No. 2026-137 authorizing the City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, in an amount not to exceed $200,000.

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C.18 Appoint Eve Melton and Nancy Gonzalez St. Claire to the Library Board of Trustees (CLK)

Directed the City Clerk to make the following appointments.

APPOINTMENTS:

Library Board of Trustees
Eve Melton – Term to expire July 1, 2029
Nancy Gonzalez St. Claire - Term to expire July 1, 2027

Following the passage of the Consent Calendar, City Clerk Nashed administered the Oath of Office to Nancy Gonzalez St. Claire, appointee to the Library Board of Trustees.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Michele Weeks, a member of the public, spoke regarding support of animal services in the budget.

Alex Aliferas, a member of the public, spoke regarding data centers and pets on the East Side.

Jim Miller, Vice President of Race Communications, provided a status update for bringing fiber optic telecommunications to the City of Lodi and information regarding upcoming construction in local neighborhoods.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Miller stated that Council would receive copies of the information distributed to the public.

Gordon Schmierer, Vice President Emeritus of Tree Lodi, spoke regarding support of West Coast Arborists for the tree maintenance contract.

E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items

Council Member Nakanishi acknowledged the hard work of Interim City Manager Busch and Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne.

Council Member Craig-Hensley congratulated Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne on her new position and thanked her for her service to the City of Lodi.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the United Way of San Joaquin County's recent event for the Lodi Alliance of Nonprofits; thanked Police Chief Ricardo Garcia for the Youth Academy which recently held its graduation; and reported on her representation of the City for the Laura DeForce Gordon Day proclamation, the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission's award of a CRISI grant for the planning and design of the new Lodi station on Highway 12, and her meeting with the Lodi Independent Lodging Association regarding the update of the ordinance for the registration of AirBNBs.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding his meeting with Peter Ragsdale, of the San Joaquin County Housing Authority, regarding the senior housing project near Salas Park and attendance at the Lodi City Employees Association's recent employee picnic.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Council Member Bregman declined to pull his item, G.3.

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F. Public Hearings

F.1 Public Hearing to Consider Resolution Adopting Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2026/27; and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - District FY 2026/27 Budget Attachment 2 - Exhibit B - Engineer's Report
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider a resolution adopting the Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2026/27; and ordering the levy and collection of assessments.

Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2026/27. Specific topics of discussion included overview, map of zones, budget, and comparison of annual assessments by zone.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:28 p.m.

Council Member Nakanishi stated that this is a routine, annual item.

There being no public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:29 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-138 adopting the Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2026/27; and ordering the levy and collection of assessments.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

F.2 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Setting Pre-Approved Engineering News Record Adjustment Index for Wastewater Rates for Residential, Commercial, and Industrial Customers (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A - Proposed Wastewater Rates Attachment 2 - Resolution

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing to consider adopting a resolution setting pre-approved Engineering News Record (ENR) adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

Public Works Management Analyst Rebecca Areida provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Specific topics of discussion 87

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included background, rate recommendation, rate increase history, wastewater comparative rates, wastewater rate comparisons with other local municipalities, planned Capital projects, and recommended action.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Public Works Director Sean Nathan provided information regarding the rate adjustment cap and the ENR adjustment.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:34 p.m.

Alex Aliferas, a member of the public, spoke against the rate increase.

There being no further public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:36 p.m.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Public Works Director Nathan provided information regarding the Wastewater Rehabilitation Project.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the importance of the wastewater rates supporting maintenance of the City's infrastructure.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Yepez, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-139 setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

F.3 Public Hearing Pursuant to Government Code Section 3502.3 to Receive a Report on the Status of Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts (IS - HR)

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Yepez called for the public hearing for the Report on the Status of Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts.

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Report on the Status of Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts. Specific topics of discussion included background; Citywide vacancy rate of 7.6 percent; vacancies by bargaining unit as of June 10, 2026; breakdown of current vacancies; no current recommendations for changes to recruitment policies or procedures; Human Resources Division's activities to increase success of recruitments; and staff recommendation.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia spoke regarding current Police Officer vacancies.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided information regarding vacancies and cost savings reflected in the budget.

Council Member Bregman requested a report showing the five-year vacancy average from Human Resources Manager Peavey.

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Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke in favor of the transparency provided by the requirement of this reporting and concurred with Council Member Bregman's request in order to have a full financial picture of the impact of the current vacancies.

Council Member Craig-Hensley also concurred with the request, particularly for information on the impact to the General Fund.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Human Resources Manager Peavey provided information regarding the position of Management Analyst - Confidential.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested an up-to-date list of vacancies funded through the General Fund.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding some jurisdictions using vacancies as a budget-balancing tool, possible evaluation of current vacancies, the challenge in filling some of the vacancies, and the need to move forward with this item to remain in compliance with State law.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:50 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:50 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of moving forward with this item and possible review of positions once the new City Manager and Department Directors are on board.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to receive the Report on the Status of Vacancies and Recruitment and Retention Efforts.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Receive Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter Quarterly Update, Construction Update, and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Interim City Manager or Designee to Execute an Agreement with Outreach Ministries International for Operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Client Statistical Data Quarterly Report Attachment 2 - Access Center Operator Agreement (Outreach Ministries International)
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne, along with Jason McEachron and Johnny Coughran of Outreach Ministries International, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter quarterly update, construction update, and agreement with Outreach Ministries International for operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of the presentation; pictures of Access Center construction; construction budget and schedule update; Temporary Access Center budget status overview; Point in Time (PIT) count San Joaquin 89

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County update, demographics, and statistics; success statistics; The Tree to Success; workforce development program; success story; gap in service for seniors; Access Center operator agreement highlights; fiscal overview; performance and accountability; and staff recommendation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information on the recent change orders, potential uses for any unexpended construction funds, PIT count for Lodi, and the count of unsheltered veterans.

Council Member Nakanishi and Council Member Bregman thanked Mr. McEachron and Mr. Coughran for their service to the community.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding operations funding, grant opportunities, and contingency funding.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, San Joaquin County Behavioral Health Services Chief Mental Health Clinician Sasha Jackson provided information regarding the relationship between the transitional housing project and the Access Center and qualifications for the programs.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding funding received from other entities.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne stated that Council would be provided a report regarding funds expended by all City departments on expenses related to the homeless and the potential expense reductions once the Access Center is operating.

Lisa Meyers Hill spoke in support of the Lodi Access Center.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, San Joaquin County Supervisor Steve Ding provided information regarding potential State and Federal funding for homelessness.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Rhyne provided information regarding operational funding and contract provisions for lack of funding.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-140 authorizing the Interim City Manager or designee to execute an agreement with Outreach Ministries International for operation of the Lodi Access Center and Emergency Shelter.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: Mayor Yepez

Absent: None

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G.2 Adopt a Resolution Approving Fiscal Year 2026/27 Financial Plan and Budget; Approving the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Appropriation Spending Limit; Approving new Job Classifications, and Reclass Studies for Requested Positions, Approving the Budget and Fiscal Policies, Approving the Investment Policy and Approving the Annual Gann Spending Limit (IS - BUD)

Attachments: Attachment A - FY 26-27 Spending Limits Calculation Document (GANN)
Attachment B - Budget and Fiscal Policies
Attachment C - FY27 Proposed CIPs
Attachment D - Investment Policy - FY26-27
Attachment E - PowerPoint Presentation
Attachment F - Resolution

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Financial Plan and Budget. Specific topics of discussion included overview; additional Council-requested information: Measure L expense history and Measure L distribution; updates from Budget Book: Public Works - General Fund, Public Works Management Analyst reassignment and personnel cost transfers from General Fund to Enterprise funds, and Transit balanced budget with TDA allocations; position requests: three new requests and three reclass reviews in Enterprise and Special Funds; Capital improvements; Citywide expenditures; Gann appropriations spending limit; investment, budget and fiscal policies; Public Employees Pension Reform Act (PEPRA) requirements; Executive salary schedule; and recommended action.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the partial Measure L funding of a Public Works Street Maintenance Worker.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding investment policies.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested that the public have an opportunity to speak before Council provides comments.

Scott Hamilton, a member of the public, spoke regarding Lodi's recognition as America's Favorite Small Town and the award's value towards tourism in the City, the $5 million deficit and depletion of savings, deferred maintenance, and revenue enhancement.

Christopher Anderson, a member of the public, spoke regarding improvement of the permitting process and raising revenue.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding constraints on staff to maintain the current level of service, leveraging community involvement, and partnership with the Chamber.

Mike Carouba, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need for economic activity to support City services and infrastructure and the lack of change following the passage of Measure L.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding expectations from a full-service city, increase of staff size over the past six years, not keeping up with the economics to support the services, deferred maintenance, use of reserves, monetization of assets, public/private collaborations, and special sessions to discuss revenue.

Mayor Yepez spoke regarding long-term planning, efficiencies, and revenue generation.

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Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the need to conduct sessions to consider different means of revenue generation.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding a committee to consider revenue generation.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke regarding other local municipalities having the same type of budget problems and the need to consider different types of revenue generation.

Interim City Manager Busch spoke regarding Council's willingness to address the problems and focus priorities.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-141 approving the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Financial Plan and Budget; approving the Fiscal Year 2026/27 Appropriation Spending Limit; approving new job classifications and reclass studies for requested positions, approving the Budget and Fiscal Policies, approving the Investment Policy, and approving the annual Gann Spending Limit.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

Ayes: Council Member Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, and Mayor Yepez Noes: None

Absent: None

G.3 Discuss and Provide Direction to Staff Regarding Data Centers in Lodi (CLK)

Council Member Bregman provided a presentation regarding data centers in Lodi. Specific topics of discussion included initial proposal of a data center at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility (WSWPCF) as a revenue-generating project and the proposal of a moratorium on data centers in Lodi due to potential future problems within City limits.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi provided information regarding Northern California Power Agency (NCPA) and data centers.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Council Member Bregman clarified that his position has always been against data centers within City limits, that he initially supported a data center at WSWPCF for revenue generation but no longer supports that proposal, and that he now supports a moratorium on data centers in Lodi.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she does not support moratoriums and that in the future, technology might make data centers viable.

Mayor Yepez stated he does not support spending staff time on a moratorium and suggested the item be tabled indefinitely.

Scott Hamilton, a member of the public, spoke against a moratorium on data centers.

Christopher Anderson, a member of the public, spoke against a moratorium on data centers and against the construction of a data center at WSWPCF.

Alex Aliferas, a member of the public, spoke against data centers.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of tabling the item.

No action was taken on this item.
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H. Ordinances - None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:40 p.m.

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 7, 2024

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CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 14, 2024

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 21, 2024

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, MAY 28, 2024

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JUNE 4, 2024

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JUNE 11, 2024

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City Clerk
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INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JUNE 18, 2024

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City Clerk
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CITY OF LODI

INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JUNE 25, 2024

The June 25, 2024, Informal Informational Meeting (“Shirtsleeve” Session) of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

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Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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CITY OF LODI

INFORMAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING
"SHIRTSLEEVE" SESSION
CARNEGIE FORUM, 305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JULY 2, 2024

The July 2, 2024, Informal Informational Meeting (“Shirtsleeve” Session) of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

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Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM C.2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Order 1 to City of Lodi - Cyber Maturity Support Agreement with SEL Engineering Services, Inc. of New York ($49,535) (EU) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Jasminder Singh, Engineering Operational Technology Supervisor RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Order 1 to City of Lodi - Cyber Maturity Support Agreement with SEL Engineering Services, Inc. of New York in the amount of $49,535.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) and SEL Engineering Services, Inc. (SEL) are continuing their efforts to improve cybersecurity specific to the Operational Technology (OT) network in collaboration with the City’sInformation Technology (IT) staff.

On October 1, 2025, LEU executed an Agreement with SEL for Phase 1 work for $31,262.50 to assess the OT network, downstream of IT’snetwork and specific to LEU critical device equipment and infrastructure. The assessment provided a report for areas of improvement, cybersecurity awareness of the current cybersecurity program maturity level, and a roadmap and recommendations for later phases.

For security reasons, the details of the assessment remain confidential and will not be disclosed in a public forum.

The proposed Change Order 1 includes Phase 2 work which will bring forward the development of incident response policies as well as disaster recovery policies and documentation. Tabletop exercises are also planned for validation and exercising of the developed policies with anticipated completion of all work no later than December 31, 2027.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Total cost associated with Change Order 1 is $49,535 for a total revised not-to-exceed cost of $80,797.50.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Included in FY 2026/27 Capital Improvement Project EUCP-26002.Contracts.

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PROPOSED CHANGE ORDER
PROJECT:

CONTRACTOR: PCO No.:

RFI No.:

ARCHITECT/ENGINEER: FI No.:

Request, Proposal, Recommendation And Approval
Requesting Official: Jasminder Singh Request Date: 6/1/2026 Schedule Impact: See Below Days Contractor Proposal Date:7/14/2026 Add Amount: $49,535.00 Deduct Amount Reason For Change: Account:

ORIGINAL CONTRACT: $31,262.50
PREVIOUS ADDS: $0.00
SEL Engineering Services, Inc. Date PREVIOUS DEDUCTS: $0.00 THIS CHANGE ORDER: $49,535.00
Jeff Berkheimer, Electric
Utility Director
Date

TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT
INCLUDING ALL CHANGE ORDERS:

Kara Reddig, City
Manager
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ORIGINAL COMPLETION DATE: 6/30/2026

ADJUSTED CONTRACT
COMPLETION DATE:

Change Order #1: $49,535 addition to adjust compensation and project completion to complete Phase 2 Cyber Security Project as agreed to by both City and vendor per vendor project change order dated 7/14/26.

CONTRACTOR AGREES TO FURNISH ALL LABOR AND MATERIALS AND PERFORM ALL WORK REQUIRED TO COMPLETE THE ABOVE DESCRIBED

WORK CHANGE IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS FOR SIMILAR WORK COVERED BY THE CONTRACT EXCEPT AS OTHERWISE STIPULATED HEREIN FOR THE STATED CONSIDERATION. TO PERFORM THE CHANGES FOR THE AMOUNT INDICATED WHICH INCLUDES ANY EXTENDED OR JOBSITE OVERHEAD, DISRUPTION, RIPPLE EFFECT AND OTHER IMPACT COSTS. NO WORK WILL BE STARTED UNTIL THIS PROPOSAL IS ACCEPTED. IF THE CONTRACTOR DOES NOT SIGN ACCEPTANCE OF THIS ORDER, THE CONTRACTOR SHOULD REFER TO SECTION 4-1.03A OF THE STANDARD SPECIFICATIONS REGARDING FILING A WRITTEN PROTEST WITHIN THE SPECIFIED TIME. $80,797.50
12/31/2027
City of Lodi - Cyber Maturity Support
City of Lodi
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$0.00
Additional time and money to complete Phase 2 of Cyber Security Project. EUCP-26002.Contracts
CO No.: 1
Brief Description Of Work
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Project Change Order
Customer City of Lodi Contract/PO Number 035731.000.00
Customer Contact Name Jasminder Singh Change Order Number 01 SEL ES Project Name City of Lodi - Cyber
Maturity Support Change Order Date July 14, 2026
SEL ES Project Number 035731.000.00 Project End Date December 31, 2027 SEL ES Project Manager Ingrid James SEL ES Contact Name Will Edwards

Description

SEL Cyber Services is issuing this change order to add additional professional services to the existing base project 035731.000.00, to complete the next phase (Phase 2) of the City of Lodi’s Operational Technology (OT) cybersecurity program maturity initiative.

The original Phase 1 proposal (035731.000.00) included placeholder items for Phase 2, with the understanding that the scope would be refined after SEL Cyber Services gained a clearer understanding of the City of Lodi’s OT environment and received direction from the City of Lodi.

Based on that direction, the following scope is now being incorporated into the original project through this Phase 2 change order, rather than being executed as a separate project. Detailed descriptions are provided in the Scope of Work section.

1. Development of an OT cybersecurity incident response policy, including tabletop exercises

2. Development of an OT disaster recovery policy

3. Review of existing policies

4. Development of new policies

Scope of Work:

Cyber Incident Response (IR) Policy Development with Tabletop Exercise (TTX) SEL Cyber Services will work collaboratively with the City of Lodi to develop a Cybersecurity Incident Response (IR) policy applicable to the OT environment.

Following development of the IR Policy, SEL Cyber Services will plan and conduct one (1) onsite one -day tabletop exercise (TTX) to validate and exercise the IR policy. The TTX will be facilitated by two (2) SEL Cyber Services engineers.

An Executive After-Action Report will be developed to summarize exercise outcomes, observations, and recommended areas identified during the TTX. The TTX scenario and topic will be mutually agreed upon by the City of Lodi and SEL Cyber Services following project kickoff.

Policies and Procedures - Review Existing
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Based on feedback from the City of Lodi, SEL Cyber Services will review the existing Service Provider Management Policy. SEL Cyber Services will provide one (1) review cycle and provide redlined recommendations for updates or improvements.

Policies - Create New
SEL Cyber Services recommends development of the following new policies specific to the OT environment as part of Phase 2. Additional policies may be developed in future phases to expand policy coverage .

Table 1: City of Lodi New OT Policies
Policy Number Policy Name
COL-POL-IND Policy Index
COL -POL-001 Cyber Incident Response Policy
COL -POL-002 Cyber Security Awareness Policy
COL -POL-003 Information Protection Policy
COL -POL-004 Physical Security Policy
COL -POL-005 Remote Access Policy
COL -POL-006 Removable Media Policy
COL -POL-007 Transient Cyber Asset Policy
COL -POL-008 Disaster Recovery Policy
COL -FORM-001 Cyber Incident Contact List

SEL Cyber Services will develop each of the policies listed above and provide one (1) review cycle incorporating the input from The City of Lodi.

Deliverables
• SEL Cyber Services will provide a policy document for each policy listed in Table 1 above. • One (1) Tabletop Exercise (TTX)
• Executive After-Action Report

Deliverables to SEL Cyber Services
• City of Lodi organization structure, including defined roles and responsibilities to support IR role mapping.
• Designated representatives for each role participating in the onsite TTX.

This change order includes project management and administration costs associated with the execution of the defined scope.
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Clarifications and Exceptions:

For safety reasons, SEL ES personnel will not plan to work more than 10 hours per day. Should job requirements dictate work hours in excess of 10 hours per day, SEL ES and the Customer must review the requirements and agree on an appropriate plan that addresses safety concerns and the reasonableness of the hardship that the excessive hours place on SEL ES personnel.

In the event a delay involves a demobilization and remobilization, whether the same is due to a Customer request, SEL ES will implement its Suspension, Work During Disputes, and Termination for Convenience policy. To learn more, please visit the terms of this policy.

City of Lodi shall be responsible for obtaining necessary management approvals and formalizing each policy and procedure.

SEL Cyber Services will perform one (1) revision cycle of the IR policy to incorporate changes identified because of the TTX.

To bound the scope, the TTX will focus specifically on cybersecurity incident response and will not include detailed evaluation of power protection or automation schemes.

Travel expenses associated with the onsite TTX are included.

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Cost Impact
TOTAL US $49,535.00
For projects in the U.S., all quoted prices are exclusive of any sales, value-added, or similar taxes, which will be added, if applicable, at the statutory rate(s) at the time of invoicing.

For projects in Canada, all quoted prices are exclusive of any sales, GST, HST, PST, value -added, or similar taxes.

For projects in countries other than the U.S. or Canada, quoted prices do not include any VAT or sales tax.

Quoted prices are the net amounts to be paid to SEL Engineering Services, Inc. (SEL ES) exclusive of such taxes, which will be added, if applicable, at the current rate(s) at the time of invoicing .

Payment Milestone Schedule

Milestone Activity Price (USD)

1. Acceptance of Change Order $19,535.00

2. Following Delivery of OT Cyber Incident Response Policy $10,000.00

3. Upon completion of Tabletop Exercise (TTX) $10,000.00

4. After delivery of final Executive After-Action Report $10,000.00 Total $49,535.00

Change Order Summary
$31,262.50 Original Contract/PO
$49,535.00 Amount from this proposed Change Order (01)
US $80,797.50 TOTAL

Validity This quotation is valid for 90 days. SEL ES reserves the right to withdraw this offer if mutually accepted credit terms cannot be agreed upon.

Authorization
Customer/vendor agrees to revise the Contract/PO to reflect the changes described in this Change Order.

Signature Date
Name Title

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COU NCIL AUTHORIZING
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDER 1 TO CITY OF LODI – CYBER

MATURITY SUPPORT AGR EEMENT WITH SEL ENGI NEERING SERVICES, INC. OF NEW YORK IN THE AMOUNT OF $49,535
======================================================================== WHEREAS, Lodi Electric Utility (LEU) and SEL Engineering Services, Inc. (SEL) are continuing their efforts to improve cybersecurity specific to the Operational Technology (OT) network in collaboration with the City’s Information Technology (IT) staff; and

WHEREAS, on October 1, 2025, LEU executed an Agreement with SEL for Phase 1 work to assess the OT network, downstream of IT’s network and specific to LEU critical device equipment and infrastructure; and

WHEREAS, the assessment provided a report for areas of improvement, cybersecurity awareness of the current cybersecurity program maturity level, and a roadmap and recommendations for later phases; and

WHEREAS, the proposed Change Order 1 includes Phase 2 work which will bring forward the development of incident response policies as well as disaster recovery policies and documentation with tabletop exercises planned for validation and exercising of the developed policies.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the City Manager to execute Change Order 1 to the City of Lodi – Cyber Maturity Support Agreement with SEL Engineering Services, Inc. of New York in the amount of $49,535 for a total revised Agreement cost of $80,797.50 through December 31, 2027; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol Manual (adopted 11/6/19, Resolution No. 2019 -223), the Interim City Attorney is hereby authorized to make minor revisions to the above -referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

Dated: August 5, 2026
======================================================================== I hereby certify that Resolution No. 20 26-____ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

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AGENDA ITEM C.3

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Granting Signature Authority to Certain City Staff for Investment of Monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund (IS - BUD)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Jennelle Baker-Bechthold, Budget Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt resolution granting signature authority to certain City staff for investment of monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

With recent staff changes, the Local Agency Investment Fund (LAIF) has requested that the City of Lodi update, by resolution, the authorized representatives permitted to act on behalf of the City for the deposit and withdrawal of City funds.

LAIF was established pursuant to California Government Code Section 16429.1 and is administered by the State Treasurer’sOffice for the purpose of investing funds held by local agencies throughout California. The program is designed to provide a competitive return on investments while maintaining the primary objective of preserving principal and ensuring liquidity of public funds.

Due to recent staffing changes, the State Treasurer’sOffice has requested that the City adopt an updated resolution reflecting current authorized personnel. The proposed resolution authorizes Kara Reddig, City Manager, Jamie Bandy, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer, and Jennelle Baker-Bechthold, Budget Manager, to act on behalf of the City of Lodi for purposes of depositing and withdrawing funds from LAIF.

Adoption of the resolution will ensure the City remains in compliance with LAIF administrative requirements and maintains uninterrupted access to its investment accounts.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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A RESO LUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL GRANTING SIGNATURE

AUTHORITY TO CERTAIN CITY STAFF FOR DEPOSIT AND WITHDRAWL OF

MONIES IN THE LOCAL AGENCY INVESTMENT FUND
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WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 730 of the Statutes of 1976 Section 16429.1 was added to the California Government Code to create a Local Agency Investment Fund in the State Treasury for the deposit of money of a local agency for purposes of investment by the State Treasurer; and

WHEREAS, the Lodi City Council does hereby find that the deposit and withdrawal of money in the Local Agency Investment Fund in accordance with the provisions of Section 16429.1 of the Government Code, for the purpose of investment as stated therein is in the best interest of the City of Lodi.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the deposit and withdrawal of City of Lodi monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund in the State Treasury in accordance with the provisions of Section 16429.1 of the Government Code for the purpose of investment as stated therein and verification by the State Treasurer’s Office of all banking information provided in that regard; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the following City of Lodi officers or their successors in office shall be authorized to order the deposit or withdrawal of monies in the Local Agency Investment Fund:

Kara Reddig _____________________________________ City Manager (Signature)

Jamie Bandy _____________________________________ Administrative Services Director (Signature)
Treasurer

Jennelle Baker-Bechthold _____________________________________ Budget Manager (Signature)

Dated: August 5, 2026
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I hereby certi fy that Resolution No. 2026-____ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026, by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

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AGENDA ITEM C.4

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to SAAS Service Agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina to Provide Application and Support Services for the DebtBook Software to Renew the Software Subscription and Add Funds of $46,500 For a Total Agreement Not to Exceed $92,250 (IS-FIN)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Chia Lor, Accounting Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to SAAS Service Agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina to Provide Application and Support Services for the DebtBook Software to Renew and Add Funds of $46,500 For a Total Agreement Not to Exceed $92,250.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Since August 2022, the Finance Division has used the DebtBook software platform to manage the City’sdebt, leases, and subscription
‑
based technology agreements in accordance with Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB) Statement No. 87 for Leases and Statement No. 96 for Subscription ‑
Based Information
Technology Arrangements (SBITAs).

GASB 87 and GASB 96 were implemented in fiscal year 2022 and fiscal year 2023, respectively. These standards require agencies to report leases and software subscriptions as long-term financial obligations rather than simple annual operating expenses. Instead of reporting annual expenses, agencies must recognize the full value of these agreements on their financial statements which involves detailed calculations such as amortization schedules, present value assessments, and implied interest rates for each agreement.

These new reporting requirements highlighted the need for a reliable software to manage and track these obligations accurately.

By implementing Debtbook, City has been able to streamline compliance with these standards, improve internal workflow, and enhance the accuracy of financial reporting. This provides greater transparency for the public and ensures long
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term financial commitments are presented clearly and accurately.

The City’sinitial subscription to DebtBook was a one-year agreement effective August 15, 2022 at an annual cost of $9,750. During that period, City staff found the platform effective, user friendly, and well supported by the vendor. Based on that positive experience, the City renewed the subscription for an additional three ‑
year
term through August 15, 2026, for a total amended agreement amount of $45,750.

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DebtBook subscription for an additional three
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year term and adds funding, amending the total contract amount to not exceed $92,250. This continued investment ensures the City can maintain compliance with GASB standards, support accurate financial reporting, and maintain its commitment to transparency.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The cost of the first-year renewal, of Amendment No. 2, is included in the Fiscal Year 2026/27 budget. Future renewal costs will be budgeted in subsequent fiscal years as follows:
· Year 1 - Fiscal Year 2027: $15,000
· Year 2 - Fiscal Year 2028: $15,500
· Year 3 - Fiscal Year 2029: $16,000
FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Accounting Division: 10020202-72450
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESO LUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 2 TO SAAS SERVICE
AGREEMENT WITH FIFTH ASSET, INC.
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WHEREAS, since August 2022, the Finance Division has used the DebtBook software platform to manage the City’s debt, leases, and subscription ‑based technology agreements in accordance with Government Accounting Standard Board (GASB) Statement No. 87 for Leases and Statement No. 96 for Subscription ‑Based Information Technology Arrangements (SBITAs) ; and

WHEREAS, these standards require agencies to report leases and software subscriptions as long-term financial obligations rather than simple annual operating expenses. Agencies must recognize the full value of these agreements on their financial statements which involves detailed calculations such as amortization schedules, pre sent value assessments, and implied interest rates for each agreement; and

WHEREAS, by implementing Debtbook, City has been able to streamline compliance with these standards, improve internal workflow, and enhance the accuracy of financial reporting. This provides greater transparency for the public and ensures long ‑term financial commitments are presented clearly and accurately; and

WHEREAS, the initial subscription to DebtBook was for one year. During that period, City staff found the platform effective, user friendly, and the well supported by the vendor. Based on this positive experience, the City renewed the subscription for an additional three ‑year term through August 15, 2026, for a total amended agreement amount of $45,750; and

WHEREAS, Staff now requests Council authorization for the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2, which renews the DebtBook subscription for an additional three‑year term and adds fund in the amount of $46,500 amending the total contract amount to not exceed $92,250.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to SAAS Service Agreement with Fifth Asset, Inc. of Charlotte, North Carolina to provide application and support services for the DebtBook Software to renew and add funds of $46,500 for a total agreement not to exceed $92,250; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol Manual (adopted 11/6/19, Re solution No. 2019 -223), the City Attorney is hereby authorized to make minor revisions to the above-referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

Dated: August 5, 2026
======================================================================== I hereby certi fy that Resolution No. 2026-____ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026, by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –
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ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

OLIVIA NASHED
City Clerk

2026-_____
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AGENDA ITEM C.5

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Lodi Police Department to Participate in the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program Funded by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), Approving the Execution of the Grant Documents by the Chief of Police on Behalf of the City of Lodi, and Appropriating Funds in the Amount of $67,896.00 (PD) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Candice Alaniz, Management Analyst
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing the Lodi Police Department to participate in the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program funded by the California Highway Patrol (CHP), approving the execution of the grant documents by the Chief of Police on behalf of the City of Lodi, and appropriating funds in the amount of $67,896.00 BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

With the passage of Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA), in 2016, California voters mandated that the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to award grants to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B).

The California Highway Patrol (CHP) works closely with state and local agencies and other traffic safety stakeholders to actively address impaired driving. The CHP considered a variety of factors in determining specific needs for each grant, including opportunities and projects best suited to prevent the loss of life, injuries, and property damage caused by driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs. The purpose of the Cannabis Tax Fund Grants Program (CTFGP) is to provide alternative funding sources to augment, but not supplant, current DUI activities and programs.

The Lodi Police Department has requested funding for overtime and benefits to support two DUI checkpoints, ten saturation patrols, and DUI-related training. The checkpoints and saturation patrols will be deployed to areas where statistical data indicate a higher likelihood of DUI drivers. They will be operated by employees trained in the Standardized Field Sobriety Test (SFST) and/or the Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE). Overtime for training will be used to send officers to or backfill shifts for SFST or ARIDE classes.

By adopting this resolution, the Lodi Police Department will receive $67,896.00 in grant funding from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to cover personnel costs during DUI Checkpoints, DUI Saturations, and DUI- related trainings. The project will strive to reduce drug and alcohol related fatal and/or injury collisions.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Funds in the amount of $67,896.00 to be appropriated as follows:

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LPD St Grt $ 67,896.00 21800000.56421 Revenue
LPD St Grt Overtime $ 66,900.00 21899000.71002 Expense LPD St Grt Medicare $ 996.00 21899000.71015 Expense FUNDING AVAILABLE:

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE LODI POLICE DEPARTMENT TO

PARTICIPATE IN THE CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM FUNDED BY

THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL (CHP), APPROVING THE EXECUTION

OF THE GRANT DOCUMENTS BY THE CHIEF OF POLICE ON BEHALF OF

THE CITY OF LODI , AND APPROPRIATING FUNDS IN THE AMOUNT OF $67,896.00
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WHEREAS, with the passage of Proposition 64, the Control, Regulate, and Tax Adult Use Marijuana Act (AUMA), in 2016, California voters mandated that the state set aside funding for the California Highway Patrol (CHP) to award grants to local governments and qualified nonprofit organizations for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired dri ving laws pursuant to Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B); and

WHEREAS, the Lodi Police Department (LPD) requested grant funding for overtime and benefits to support DUI checkpoints, DUI saturations, and DUI-related trainings; and

WHEREAS, with Council approval, the City of Lodi and California Highway Patrol will enter into an agreement , and the Lodi Police Department will receive $ 67,896.00 in grant funding for personnel costs during DUI checkpoints, DUI saturations, and DUI-related trainings.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the Lodi Police Department to participate in the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program funded by the California Highway Patrol (CHP); and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the Chief of Police to accept the funding from the California Highway Patrol (CHP); and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that funds in the amount of $67,896.00 be appropriated in the 2026/27 fiscal year for the grant as follows:

LPD St Grt $ 67,896.00 21800000.56421 Revenue
LPD St Grt Overtime $ 66,900.00 21899000.71002 Expense LPD St Grt Medicare $ 996.00 21899000.71015 Expense

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol Manual (Res. No. 2019-223), the City Attorney is hereby authorized to make minor revisions to the above -referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

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I hereby certify that Resolution No. 2026-____ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026, by the following vote:

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WALFRED SOLORZANO
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Adopt a Resolution Awarding Contract for the Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement to Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West Sacramento ($94,363), Authorizing City Manager to Execute Change Orders ($15,000) and Appropriate Funds from Facilities Office Remodel Project in the Amount of $10,000 and Fire Station 4 Stucco Project in the Amount of $36,183 ($46,183) (PW)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution awarding a contract for the Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement to Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West Sacramento ($94,363), authorizing the City Manager to execute Change Orders in an amount not to exceed $15,000 and appropriating funds from the Facilities Office Remodel Project in the amount of $10,000 and Fire Station 4 Stucco Project in the amount of $36,183 for a total new appropriation amount of $46,183.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

In recent years, various components of the boiler (heating) system at Carnegie Forum have required increasingly frequent maintenance and replacement. The system was installed in 1988 and has exceeded its expected useful life. Due to its age, and the difficulty in locating replacement parts, staff recommends the purchase and installation of a new boiler. The new boiler will be more reliable and reduce costs through its more efficient design.

This project includes removing and disposing of the existing boiler and auxiliary components, installing a new, high-efficiency natural gas-fueled boiler and expansion tank, and performing various plumbing, mechanical and electrical modifications to accommodate the installations.

The City bid the project utilizing the informal bidding procedures, a tabulation of the bids received and the Engineer’s estimate is below:

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Bidder Location Base Bid Engineers Estimate
Engineer’s Estimate $60,000
*Champion Industrial Contractors, Inc. Modesto $83,497 $23,497 Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. West Sacramento $94,363 $34,363 * Indicates non-responsive bid (no receipt of addendum attached) Staff recommends awarding the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West City of Lodi Printed on 7/30/2026Page 1 of 2
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Staff recommends awarding the contract to the lowest responsive bidder, Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West Sacramento, in the amount of $94,363. Staff also recommends authorizing the City Manager to execute change orders in an aggregate amount not to exceed $15,000.

An additional appropriation of $46,183 is required to fully fund this General Fund Capital project. Staff recommends transferring and appropriating $10,000 from the completed Facilities Office Remodel Project and $36,183 from the Fire Station 4 Stucco Project. This action will fully deplete the remaining balance in the Facilities Office Remodel Project fund and leave $73,817 available for the Fire Station 4 Stucco Project.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The project will reduce annual maintenance costs associated with system failures.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Previously Appropriated:

GFCP-26001.Contracts (43199000.77020) $ 63,180
Requesting Appropriation:

Project Account Project String Action Amount
Facilities Office Remodel 43199000.77020GFCP-22006.Contracts Decrease 10,000 Fire Station 4 Stucco 43199000.77020GFCP-23003.Contracts Decrease 36,183 Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement 43199000.77020GFCP-26001.Contracts Increase 46,183 City of Lodi Printed on 7/30/2026Page 2 of 2
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE AWARD

OF THE CONTRACT FOR THE CARNEGIE FORUM BOILER REPLACEMENT PROJECT TO MESA ENERGY SYSTEMS, INC., OF WEST SACRAMENTO; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS; AND

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WHEREAS, the boiler system at Carnegie Forum, installed in 1988, has required increasingly frequent maintenance and replacement of components, and replaceme nt parts have become difficult to procure due to the age of the system; and

WHEREAS, staff recommends replacing the existing boiler with a new high -efficiency natural gas boiler, expansion tank, and associated plumbing, mechanical, and electrical modifications to reduce heating and maintenance cost; and

WHEREAS, available previously-appropriated funding totals $63,180, and an additional appropriation of $46,183 from the General Fund Capital Projects; Facility Office Remodel ($10,000) and Fire Station 4 S tucco ($36,183) is requ ired, for a total project budget of $109,363; and

WHEREAS, an informal bid process was conducted, with Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., submitting the only responsive bid of $94,363, and Champion Industri al Contractors, Inc., submitting a non-responsive bid; and

WHEREAS, staff recommends awarding the contract to Mesa Energy Systems, Inc. in the amount of $94,363, authorizing change orders not to exceed $15,000, and appropriating the necessary funds from the general fund capital projects account (43199000.77020).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby award the contract for the Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement to Mesa Energy Systems, Inc., of West Sacramento, in the amount of $94,363; authorizes the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed $15,000; and appropriates an additional $46, 183 from the General Fund Capital projects to fully fund the project; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that the Lodi City Council does herby appropriate fu nds in the amount of $46,183 as follows:

Project Account Project String Action Amount
Facilities Office Remodel 43199000.77020 GFCP-22006.Contracts Decrease 10,000 Fire Station 4 Stucco 43199000.77020 GFCP-23003.Contracts Decrease 36,183 Carnegie Forum Boiler Replacement 43199000.77020 GFCP-26001.Contracts Increase 46,183

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I hereby certi fy that Resolution No. 2026-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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OLIVIA NASHED
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AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Bus Transfer Agreement Between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the City of Lodi for Improved Regional Transportation Connectivity in San Joaquin County (PW)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Bus Transfer Agreement between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and City of Lodi for improved regional transportation connectivity in San Joaquin County.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) has developed the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program, a two-year regional pilot program intended to improve transit connectivity and reduce transportation costs for riders traveling throughout San Joaquin County.

The program is funded through Measure K Renewal under the Passenger Rail, Bus, and Bicycle/Pedestrian funding category of the Local Transportation Improvement Program (LTIP). SJCOG has allocated $600,000 over the two-year pilot period, beginning June 1, 2026, to reimburse participating transit agencies for providing free transfers between participating transit systems. Reimbursements are available on a first-come, first- served basis until available funding is exhausted.

Beginning July 1, 2026, riders who purchase an eligible Day Pass or Monthly Pass from a participating transit provider may transfer to another participating transit provider at no additional cost. Participating agencies include Lodi GrapeLine, San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD), Tracy Tracer, Manteca Transit, Lathrop Transit, Escalon eTrans, and Ripon Blossom Express.

As part of the program, Lodi GrapeLine will accept eligible RTD passes presented by transferring passengers, issue RTD Day Passes to eligible Lodi GrapeLine riders transferring to RTD upon request, accept eligible digital passes through the Vamos Mobility app when available, and track and report program participation to SJCOG for reimbursement.

The Cooperative Agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which SJCOG will reimburse participating agencies for eligible program costs. The City will submit reimbursement requests supported by program participation data in accordance with the agreement. The agreement term is June 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.

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Participation in the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program supports the City's goal of improving regional mobility by reducing fare barriers for passengers transferring between transit systems. The program is expected to improve access to employment, education, healthcare, shopping, and other essential services while encouraging greater use of public transportation throughout San Joaquin County.

Approval of the Cooperative Agreement will authorize the City to participate in the pilot program and receive reimbursement for eligible free transfers provided by Lodi GrapeLine.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct cost to participate in the program beyond normal administrative implementation and reporting activities. Eligible fare revenues associated with the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program will be reimbursed by SJCOG in accordance with the Cooperative Agreement and subject to available Measure K Renewal funding. Reimbursement requests will be submitted on a monthly basis.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Reimbursements received under the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program will be deposited into the Transit Fixed Route Fare Revenue account, consistent with City accounting procedures.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LO DI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING CITY

MANAGER TO EXECUTE A BUS TRANSFER AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE

SAN JOAQUIN COUNCIL OF GOVERNMENTS AND THE CITY OF LODI FOR

IMPROVED REGIONAL TRANSPORTATION CONNECTIVITY IN SAN

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WHEREAS, the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG) has developed the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program, a two -year regional pilot program intended to improve transit connectivity and reduce transportation costs for riders traveling throughout San Joaquin County; and

WHEREAS, SJCOG has allocated $600,000 in Measure K Renewal funding under the Passenger Rail, Bus, and Bicycle/Pedestrian category of the Local Transporta tion Improvement Program to reimburse participating transit agencies for eligible free transfers beginning June 1, 2026; and

WHEREAS, beginning July 1, 2026, riders purchasing eligible Day Passes or Monthly Passes from participating transit providers may transfer at no additional cost between Lodi GrapeLine, San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD), Tracy Tracer, Manteca Transit, Lathrop Transit, Escalon eTrans, and Ripon Blossom Express; and

WHEREAS, Lodi GrapeLine will accept eligible RTD passes, iss ue RTD Day Passes to eligible transferring riders upon request, accept eligible digital passes through the Vamos Mobility app when available, and track and report participation for reimbursement in accordance with the Cooperative Agreement; and

WHEREAS, the Cooperative Agreement establishes the terms and conditions under which SJCOG will reimburse the City for eligible program costs during the agreement term of June 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, supporting the City’s goal of improving regional mobility and reducing fare barriers for passengers transferring between transit systems.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Lodi hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute the Bus Transfer Agreement between the San Joaquin Council of Governments and the City of Lodi and to take all actions necessary to implement the Countywide Free Bus Transfer Program, including submission of reimbursement requests consistent with the Cooperative Agreement; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant t o Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol Manual (Res. No. 2019-223), the City Attorney is hereby authorized to make minor revisions to the above -referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

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I hereby certi fy that Resolution No. 2026-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

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AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Public Works Director to Execute a Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Lodi and Lodi Unified School District for Curb Painting and Pavement Markings within the Public Right-of-Way and Reimbursement of Sign Modifications (PW) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

All of the traffic control devices, including signs, striping and pavement markings, on City streets are installed and maintained by the City. City staff works with Lodi Unified School District (LUSD) staff in addressing the ongoing traffic circulation requests/concerns around schools (typically loading zones and no parking zones).

There are cases that the loading/no parking signage or curb painting installed by the City did not work and LUSD would like to try other options shortly after the implementation, which requires signage, curb painting, and/or pavement marking modifications. These requests often occur when school is out, and typically do not have a large window to get the work performed before school starts back up. The overall intent of this MOU is to streamline these requests and allow for flexibility between City staff and LUSD in trying different alternatives without the City incurring associated costs and/or long-term maintenance of the markings.

Lodi High School is an example where the City removed and replaced nine (9) signs, installed new signs and posts, and removed portions of red curb after meeting with the Lodi High School Vice Principal and Lodi PD School Resource Officer as a result of the bus loading zone and student pickup/drop off zone modifications at the two bus turnouts on Pacific Avenue. Unfortunately, the work did not successfully redirect parents to the designated student pickup/drop off zone, and the school principal would like to try other options.

After meeting with the LUSD Maintenance and Operation staff about the Lodi High School, and 2 additional schools’traffic concerns and modification requests, both Public Works and LUSD agreed allowing LUSD to implement modifications via MOU will provide LUSD’s flexibility based on the school operation needs, whenever is necessary.

The proposed MOU has a 10-year term, with any proposed modifications requiring a (no-cost) City encroachment permit for approval and record-keeping purposes. The MOU outlines the LUSD responsibilities, such as providing all labor, material and equipment to complete the curb painting and pavement markings; reimburse the City costs for sign modification requests; provides appropriate traffic control; and ongoing maintenance of the work completed by LUSD. The City’sresponsibilities will include reviewing and approving City of Lodi Printed on 7/30/2026Page 1 of 2
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maintenance of the work completed by LUSD. The City’sresponsibilities will include reviewing and approving the proposed curb painting and pavement marking locations; reviewing and installing proposed signage modifications (with LUSD reimbursement); and performing inspections when necessary.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There are no long-term costs associated with this MOU.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not Applicable.

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BETWEEN CITY OF LODI
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LODI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

REGARDING CURB PAINTING AND PAVEMENT MARKINGS WITHIN THE PUBLIC RIGHT-OF-WAY

AND REIMBURSEMENT OF SIGN MODIFICATIONS
I. PARTIES
This Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) is entered into by and between the City of Lodi a municipal corporation (“City”), and the Lodi Unified School District, a public school district (“District”). The City and the District may be referred to individually as a “Party” and collectively as the “Parties.”
II. PURPOSE
The purpose of this MOU is to establish the terms and conditions under which the District is authorized to paint curbs and pavement markings within the public right-of-way adjacent to District-owned and operated school sites, and to reimburse the City for sign modifications. This effort is intended to enhance student safety, improve traffic circulation, and clearly designate parking restrictions.

III. SCOPE OF WORK
The District may request sign modifications and perform curb painting and pavement markings at approved locations adjacent to its school sites, including but not limited to:
 Red curbs (no parking/fire lanes)
 White curbs (passenger loading/unloading)
 Blue curbs (accessible parking), subject to applicable accessibility standards  Yellow curbs (load/unload freight)
 Diagonal crosshatch markings at the school bus turnouts All work shall conform to City standards, specifications, and applicable state and federal regulations.

IV. APPROVAL AND COORDINATION
A. The District shall submit proposed curb painting and pavement marking locations and requested sign modifications to the City for review via City’s Encroachment Permit and approval prior to commencement of work. There will be no cost for the City’s Encroachment Permit.

B. The City shall review submissions in a timely manner and may approve, deny, or request modifications.

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A. District Responsibilities

1. Provide all labor, materials, equipment, and supervision necessary to complete the painting of curbs and pavement markings.

2. Reimbursement of requested sign changes.

3. Ensure all work complies with California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD) and City standards and specifications.

4. Provide and implement appropriate traffic control measures in accordance with applicable laws and guidelines.

5. Coordinate work schedules to minimize disruption to traffic and school operations.

B. City Responsibilities

1. Provide applicable standards, specifications, and guidance.

2. Review and approve proposed curb painting and pavement marking locations.

3. Review and install proposed sign changes per request of the District.

4. Perform inspections if deemed necessary by the City.

VI. TRAFFIC CONTROL AND SAFETY
The District shall be solely responsible for providing traffic control and ensuring public safety during all work performed under this MOU. All traffic control measures shall comply with applicable standards, including the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD).

VII. LIABILITY AND INDEMNIFICATION
To the fullest extent permitted by law, the District agrees to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the City, its officers, officials, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, demands, damages, losses, or expenses arising out of or related to the District’s performance under this MOU, except to the extent caused by the sole negligence or willful misconduct of the City.

VIII. INSURANCE
The District shall maintain insurance coverage or self-insurance consistent with its standard practices as a public agency and sufficient to cover its obligations under this MOU.

IX. MAINTENANCE
The District shall be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and repainting of curbs and pavement markings installed under this MOU. Any additional or modified curb painting shall be subject to prior City review and approval.
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X. TERM AND TERMINATION
A. This MOU shall become effective upon the date of the last signature and shall remain in effect for a period of 10 years.

B. Either Party may terminate this MOU upon thirty (30) days written notice to the other Party.

C. Termination shall not affect obligations incurred prior to the effective date of termination.

XI. AMENDMENTS
This MOU may be amended only by written agreement signed by authorized representatives of both Parties.

XII. NOTICES
All notices required under this MOU shall be provided in writing to the designated representatives of each Party.

XIII. AUTHORIZED REPRESENTATIVES
For the City:

Name: __________________________
Title: ___________________________
Department: _____________________
Contact Information: _____________
For the District:

Name: __________________________
Title: ___________________________
Department: _____________________
Contact Information: _____________

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING PUBLIC

WORKS DIRECTOR TO EXECUTE A MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING

BETWEEN THE CITY OF LODI AND THE LODI UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT

FOR CURB PAINTING AND PAVEMENT MARKINGS WITHIN THE PUBL IC

RIGHT-OF-WAY AND REIMBURSEMENT OF SIGN MODIFICATIONS
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WHEREAS, the City installs and maintains traffic control devices, including signs, striping, and pavement markings, along school frontages; and

WHEREAS, the City and Lodi Unified School District (LUSD) coordinate on school -area traffic circulation needs, including loading zones and no-parking zones; and

WHEREAS, the Memorandum of Unde rstanding establishes a ten (10) year term a nd allows LUSD to propose curb painting, pavement markings, and reimbursement for sign modifications through the City’s encroachment permit process at no cost; and

WHEREAS, under the MOU, LUSD provides all labor, materials, equipment, traffic control, rei mbursement for sign modifications, and ongoing maintenance , while the City provides standards, reviews and approves proposed locations, installs sign modifications, and performs inspections as needed; and

WHEREAS, the MOU provides flexibility for LUSD to address school operational needs and reduces demands on limited City resources.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council authorizes the Public Works Director to enter into and execute a Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Lodi and the Lodi Unified School District for curb painting, pavement markings, and reimbursement of sign modifications within the public right-of-way.

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I hereby certi fy that Resolution No. 2026-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Solenis, LLC., of Wilmington, DE, for Biosolids Dewatering Polymer ($70,000) (PW) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with Solenis, LLC, of Wilmington, DE, for Biosolids Dewatering Polymer in an amount not to exceed $70,000.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

As part of the City’swastewater treatment plant operation, a regular supply of flocculating polymer chemical is necessary in order to dewater the digester sludge prior to land application. The City currently has a contract with Solenis, LLC for the purchase of the polymer. The contract was executed September 30, 2023, in the amount of $700,000.

In April of 2025, the City installed new dewatering equipment, which utilized the polymer at a higher rate compared to the previous equipment. Due to the higher usage rate, the contract funds remaining on the contract are not sufficient to purchase the necessary polymer through the contract term (expiring September 30, 2026).

This amendment, if approved, will add $70,000 to the contract, which will allow the purchase of the necessary polymer for the remainder of the contract term.

The new polymer contract (for purchases after September 30, 2026) is currently out to bid and will be brought to council for award at a future meeting.

FISCAL IMPACT:

This item has minimal long-term fiscal impact, however it is necessary to maintain operation of the City’s wastewater treatment plant.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

This contract, including this additional amount, is funded in White Slough operating accounts that were previously approved in the adopted Fiscal Year 2025/26 and 2026/27 Budgets.

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A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO THE PROFESSIONAL

SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH SOLENIS, LLC , OF WILMINGTON, DE

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WHEREAS, the City requires a continuous supply of flocculating polymer to dewater digester sludge as part of wastewater treatment operations; and

WHEREAS, the City’s existing contract with Solenis, LLC, execu ted September 30, 2023, is in the amount of $700,000; and

WHEREAS, new dewatering equipment installed in April 2025 increased polymer usage, leaving insufficient remaining contract funds to complete the term ending September 30, 2026 ; and

WHEREAS, Amendment No. 1 adds $70,000 to ensure adequate polymer supply through the remainder of the contract term.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council authorizes the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to th e Professional Services Agreement with Solenis, LLC, of Wilmington, DE, in an amount not-to-exceed $70,000; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, pursuant to Section 6.3q of the City Council Protocol Manual (Res. No. 2019-223), the City Attorney is hereby authorize d to make minor revisions to the a bove-referenced document(s) that do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

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I here by certify that Resolution No. 2026-__ was passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Lodi in a regular meeting held August 5, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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WALRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Accept Improvements Under Contract for Alley Improvement Project - Phase 10 (PW) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Accept Improvements Under Contract for Alley Improvement Project - Phase 10.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The City has reconstructed various alleys over the past 16 years. The projects have typically included an alley every one to two years, depending on funding levels. Specific projects are selected based on a citywide alley condition assessment list and are rated based on pavement condition (on a scale of 1-5) and drainage improvement needs (on a scale of 1-5). Alleys with a rating of “10” are considered the worst.

Phase 10 consisted of reconstructing the alley North of Pine Street, between Central Avenue and Garfield Street, as shown on Exhibit A. The project included approximately 13,000 square feet of pavement removal and replacement, two (2) new alley approaches, sidewalk replacement, installation of 500 lineal feet of concrete valley gutter, and other incidental and related work, all as shown on the plans and specifications for the above project.

On November 19, 2025, the City Council approved plans and specification for this project, and authorized the City Manager to award the contract to the lowest bidder and execute change orders in a combined amount not -to-exceed $310,000. (Resolution 2025-200)
The bid opening was held on March 25, 2026, and the City received the following nine (9) bids:

BIDDER LOCATION BID AMOUNT ABOVE/(BELOW)

ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE
Engineer's Estimate - - 311,385.40
AM Stephens Construction Co., Inc. Lodi 246,131.62 (65,253.78) Consolidated Engineering Inc. Valley Springs 256,950.40 (54,435.00) Tri-Valley Excavating Co., Inc. Sunol 267,920.10 (43,465.30) United Pavement Maintenance Hughson 284,765.20 (26,620.20) FBD Vanguard Construction, Inc. Livermore 290,938.00 (20,447.40) B& M Builders Ranch Cordova 294,529.00 (16,856.40)
Martin General Engineering, Inc. Ranch Cordova 305,669.60 (5,715.80) Tom Mayo Stockton 317,382.00 5,996.60
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The project’scontract was executed on April 27, 2026, with A.M. Stephens of Lodi, CA, in the amount of $246,131.62. All work was completed in substantial conformance with the plans and specifications approved by City Council. The final contract price was $246,131.62. Project photos are shown in Exhibit B.

Following acceptance by the City Council, as required by law, the City Engineer will file a Notice of Completion with the County Recorder’soffice. The notice serves to notify vendors and subcontractors that the project is complete and begins their 30-day period to file a stop notice requiring the City to withhold payments from the prime contractor in the event of a payment dispute.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Funds in the amount of $246,131.62 have already been expended and this project is completed. This project will reduce long-term maintenance costs in the reconstructed alleys and continues the City’s efforts to systematically reconstruct alleys within the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) service area.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

This project was funded through a combination of 2025/26 CDBG and 2024/25 TDA Streets Funds.

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EXHIBIT B

East Alley Approach Before East Alley Approach After

West Alley Approach Before West Alley Approach After

Before After
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AGENDA ITEM G.1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Informational Report on Approved Library Hours of Operation (LIB) MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Jenni Fontanilla, Library Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Receive an informational presentation regarding the Library Board of Trustees' approved library hours of operation and planned implementation.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On July 14, 2026, the Lodi Public Library Board of Trustees approved revisions to the Library's current hours of service. The revised operating schedule increases weekly public service hours from 43 to 47 hours, restores Friday service, and expands evening access Monday through Wednesday and better aligns library services with community needs while providing dedicated time for staff development and operational planning that supports high-quality public service.

In developing the revised schedule, Library administration evaluated patron use patterns, staffing resources, operational efficiency, and the City's 9/80 work schedule. While the Library did not conduct a formal survey, staff have consistently received feedback from patrons requesting Friday service. The approved schedule responds to this community interest by restoring Friday access while discontinuing Sunday service, which was staffed exclusively by part-time employees.

To accommodate Friday service while maintaining the City's 9/80 work schedule, Library administration developed a four-week rotating A/B/C/D schedule. The rotation staggers employees' regular Friday days off throughout the month and schedules each full-time employee to work one Saturday per month. Existing part- time staff supplement Friday and Saturday operations to maintain appropriate staffing levels. This staffing model ensures full-time librarian or management coverage whenever the Library is open while continuing to support employees' schedules. The revised schedule also provides dedicated time for staff meetings, training, and operational planning, supporting consistent service standards and professional development without reducing public access.

Current Schedule Revised Schedule
Monday 10am-6pm Monday 10am-7pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm Tuesday 10am-7pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm Wednesday 10am-7pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm Thursday 1pm-7pm
Friday CLOSED Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm Sunday CLOSED
TOTAL HOURS 43 Hours of Service 47 Hours of Service
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Current Schedule Revised Schedule
Monday 10am-6pm Monday 10am-7pm
Tuesday 10am-6pm Tuesday 10am-7pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm Wednesday 10am-7pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm Thursday 1pm-7pm
Friday CLOSED Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm Sunday CLOSED
TOTAL HOURS 43 Hours of Service 47 Hours of Service
FISCAL IMPACT:

The revised operating schedule will be implemented using existing staffing resources and does not require an increase to the Library's operating budget.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

This action does not increase the current fiscal year operating budget.

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Library Hours Update
Information Presentation to the Lodi City Council
August 5, 2026
Presented by:

Jenni Fontanilla/Library Director
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Key Findings
? Limited Public Access
• The Library was closed every Friday, despite full-time staff working every other Friday ? Limited Supervisory Coverage
• Weekend public service hours staffed primarily by part-time employees without routine full-time librarian or management coverage ? Community Feedback
• Staff consistently received requests from patrons asking when the Library would reopen on Fridays. ? Sunday Usage
• Sunday offered the fewest public service hours and experienced lower patron use than other service days.

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The revised schedule was developed to:
 Increase public access to library services
 Restore Friday library service
 Provide full-time librarian or management coverage whenever the Library is open  Align staffing with operational needs
 Maintain the City's 9/80 work schedule
 Create dedicated staff meeting and training time
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Current Schedule
Library Board Approved
Schedule
(Pending Implementation)
Benefits
Achieved
Monday 10am-6pm Monday 10am-7pm
+4
Weekly Public
Service Hours
? Friday Service
Restored
? Full-Time
Coverage During
All Open Hours
Tuesday 10am-6pm Tuesday 10am-7pm
Wednesday 10am-6pm Wednesday 10am-7pm
Thursday 12pm-8pm Thursday 1pm-7pm
Friday CLOSED Friday 10am-5pm
Saturday 10am-5pm Saturday 10am-5pm
Sunday 10am-2pm Sunday CLOSED
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Regional Library Operating Hours
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Library
System
Sacramento
PL
Stockton-
San
Joaquin
County PL
Stanislaus
PL Amador PL
Closed Days
Sunday and
Monday
Limited
Sunday
Access
Sunday Saturday and
Sunday
Number of
Branches 28 17 13 4
Sunday closure is a common operating model among regional public library systems.
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Service Delivery Model
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How It Works
•Four-week rotating schedule for Friday 9/80 days off and Saturday assignments •Existing part-time staff continue to support Friday and Saturday operations •Full-time librarian or manager scheduled during all public service hours •No additional staffing required
Results
 Friday service restored
 9/80 schedule maintained
 Full-time supervisory coverage
 No additional staffing
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Fiscal Impact
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Implemented Within Existing Budgeted Resources
• Existing part-time staff continue to support Friday and Saturday operations • No additional full-time positions required
• Improved utilization of existing staffing resources
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? More library access
? Friday service restored
? ➀➂ Better access for families and working adults
? Full-time librarian or manager available whenever the Library is open ⏰ Weekly public service hours increased
Questions?
Benefits to the Community
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AGENDA ITEM G.2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Waive the Formal Bid Process and Execute a Professional Services Agreement with CityWise Strategies, LLC, for the Development Services Operational Initiative in an Amount Not to Exceed $115,000 (CM)
MEETING DATE:

August 5, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Kara Reddig, City Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution authorizing the City Manager to waive the formal bid process and execute a Professional Services Agreement with CityWise Strategies, LLC, for Development Services Operational Initiative in an amount not to exceed $115,000.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The City of Lodi is entering an important period of organizational transition and opportunity. Continued development activity, implementation of the recently adopted Economic Development Strategic Plan, and planning for future growth and annexation present an ideal opportunity to evaluate and strengthen the City's development review process and organizational practices.

Development Services is one of the City's most visible and important public-facing functions. It directly influences economic development, housing opportunities, infrastructure investment, customer satisfaction, and the City's ability to respond efficiently and effectively to private investment. As development activity becomes increasingly complex, successful organizations must periodically evaluate their development review processes, organizational structure, and interdepartmental coordination to ensure they are providing timely, predictable, transparent, and high-quality customer service.

The City Council's recently adopted Economic Development Strategic Plan establishes a long-term vision for strengthening Lodi's economic competitiveness and identifies implementation strategies that emphasize improving the business climate, supporting private investment, and creating a more effective and predictable development approval process. Successfully implementing many of these initiatives will depend upon an efficient, coordinated, and customer-focused development review system supported by strong organizational leadership and collaboration.

In order to poise the City for success in these areas, Staff recommends entering into a contract with CityWise Strategies, LLC, to conduct a comprehensive evaluation of the City's development approval process to identify opportunities to improve efficiency, transparency, accountability, coordination, customer service, and organizational effectiveness. The scope of services is outlined in the Exhibit A of the professional services agreement, and includes the following:
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delivery expectations.
· Evaluate the current development review process from initial inquiry through entitlement, permitting, construction, and final approval.
· Document existing workflows, decision points, review timelines, handoffs, and areas where delays or inefficiencies may occur.
· Conduct confidential interviews with City leadership, department directors, staff, applicants, developers, consultants, and other stakeholders.
· Evaluate coordination among Community Development, Public Works, Utilities, Finance, City Attorney, Fire, Police, and other affected departments.
· Review staffing levels, workload indicators, organizational structure, and resource allocation compared to current and anticipated service demands.
· Assess technology systems, application processes, communication practices, and performance tracking tools. · Evaluate customer service practices and opportunities to improve predictability and responsiveness. · Identify best practices from comparable jurisdictions and recommend improvements appropriate for Lodi. · Develop implementation recommendations, priorities, responsible parties, and anticipated resource needs.

This initiative is intended to support broad organizational objectives. Rather than focusing solely on permit processing timelines, the project is designed to evaluate the City's overall development review system, including organizational coordination, communication, customer service, operational effectiveness, and opportunities to improve collaboration among departments involved in the development process. The project will also benchmark leading practices from comparable California jurisdictions and develop practical recommendations that can be successfully implemented by City staff.

The timing of this effort is particularly appropriate with recent leadership transitions, continued development interest, implementation of the City's Economic Development Strategic Plan, and future annexation opportunities on the horizon, the City has a unique opportunity to proactively evaluate its current practices before additional development activity places greater demands on the organization. Conducting this work now will help position the City to respond effectively to future investment while strengthening organizational performance and supporting implementation of the City Council's adopted strategic priorities.

City staff is recommending to contract with CityWise Strategies LLC, specifically Aaron Busch, who brings more than 37 years of executive leadership and management experience in California local government, specializing in city management, community development, planning, organizational improvement, and strategic implementation. Aaron Busch has served as a City Manager, Community Development Director, Planning Director, and Permit Center Manager, providing a unique combination of executive leadership and hands-on operational expertise in Development Services.

Citywide Strategies, LLC has successfully led initiatives to improve organizational performance, streamline development review processes, and enhance customer service. Due to Mr. Busch’sextensive experience, technical expertise and familiarity with the City of Lodi, staff recommends the City Council find that waiving the formal bid process and contracting directly for these services is in the best interests of the City as per Lodi Municipal Code section 3.20.070 (5).

The anticipated outcome of this initiative is a comprehensive assessment of the City's development review process accompanied by practical recommendations to improve organizational effectiveness, strengthen interdepartmental coordination, enhance customer service, support implementation of the Economic Development Strategic Plan, and better prepare the City for future growth opportunities. By aligning organizational improvements with the City's adopted strategic priorities, this initiative will provide a practical roadmap for strengthening Development Services and positioning the City of Lodi for long-term success.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The contract not-to-exceed amount is $115,000 and includes the following tasks and level of effort:

Phase Duration Budget Primary Outcome

1. Project Initiation & Work Plan 2 weeks $ 9,200 Project governance established

2. Existing Conditions Assessment 7-8 weeks $31,050 Current-state assessment

3. Comparative Benchmarking 4 weeks (overlapping) $17,250 Regional best practices

4. Stakeholder Engagement &
Organizational Alignment
6-8 weeks (overlapping) $23,000 Team alignment and buy-in

5. Findings & Implementation Strategy 5 weeks $20,700 Recommendations and roadmap

6. Final Report & Executive
Presentation
3 weeks $13,800 Final implementation
package
Total Project Approximately 6-8
months
$115,000
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Phase Duration Budget Primary Outcome

1. Project Initiation & Work Plan 2 weeks $ 9,200 Project governance established

2. Existing Conditions Assessment 7-8 weeks $31,050 Current-state assessment

3. Comparative Benchmarking 4 weeks (overlapping) $17,250 Regional best practices

4. Stakeholder Engagement &
Organizational Alignment
6-8 weeks (overlapping) $23,000 Team alignment and buy-in

5. Findings & Implementation Strategy 5 weeks $20,700 Recommendations and roadmap

6. Final Report & Executive
Presentation
3 weeks $13,800 Final implementation
package
Total Project Approximately 6-8
months
$115,000
FUNDING AVAILABLE:

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1 AGREEMENT FOR PROFESSIONAL SERVICES
ARTICLE 1

PARTIES AND PURPOSE
Section 1.1 Parties
THIS AGREEMENT is entered into on ______________, 2026, b y and between the CITY OF LO DI, a m unicipal c orporation (hereinafter “CITY”), and C ITYWISE STRATEGIES, LLC, a Limited Liability Corporation (hereinafter “CONTRACTOR”).

Section 1.2 Purpose
CITY selected the CONTRACTOR to provide the services required in accordance with the Scope of Services attached, as Exhibit A and incorporated by thi s reference.

CITY wishes to enter into an agreement with CONTRACTOR for Development Services Operational Initiative (hereinafter “Project”) as set forth in the Scope of Services attached as Exhibit A. CONTRACTOR acknowledges that it is qualified to provide such services to CITY.

ARTICLE 2

SCOPE OF SERVICES
Section 2.1 Scope of Services
CONTRACTOR, for the benef it and at t he direction of C ITY, shall perform t he Scope of Services as set forth in Exhibit A.

Section 2.2 Tim e for Commencement and Completion of Work CONTRACTOR shall commence work pursuant to this Agreement, upon receipt of a written notice to proceed from CITY or on the date set forth in Section 2.6, whichever occurs first, and shall perform all services diligently and complete work under this Agreement based on a mutually agreed upon timeline or as otherwise designated in the Scope of Services.

CONTRACTOR shall submit to CITY such reports, diagrams, drawings and other work products as may be designated in the Scope of Services.

CONTRACTOR shall not be responsible for delays caused by the failure of CITY staff to provide required data or review documents within the appropriate time frames.

The review time by CITY and any other agencies involved in the project shall not be counted against CONTRACTOR’s contract performance period. Also, any delays due to weather, vandalism, acts of God, etc., shall not be counted. CONTRACTOR shall 238
2 remain in contact with reviewing agencies and make all efforts to review and return all comments.

Section 2.3 Meetings
CONTRACTOR shall attend meetings as may be set forth in the Scope of Services.

Section 2.4 Staffing
CONTRACTOR acknowledges that CITY has relied on CONTRACTOR’s capabilities and on the qualifications of CONTRACTOR’s principals and staff as identified in its proposal to CITY. The Scope of Services shall be performed by CONTRACTOR, unless agreed to otherwise by CITY in writing. CITY shall be notified by CONTRACTOR of any change of Project Manager and CITY is granted the right of approval of all original, additional and replacement personnel at CITY’s sole discretion and shall be notified by CONTRACTOR of any changes of CONTRACTOR’s project staff prior to any change.

CONTRACTOR represents it is prepared to and can perform al l services within the Scope of Services (Exhibit A) and is prepared to and can perform all servic es specified therein. CONTRACTOR represents that it has, or will have at the time this Agreement is executed, all licenses, permits, qualifications, insurance and approvals of whatsoever nature are legally required for CONTRACTOR to practice its profession, and that CONTRACTOR shall, at its own cost and expense, keep in effect during the life of this Agreement all such licenses, permits, qualifications, insuran ce and appr ovals, and shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless CITY against any costs associated with such licenses, permits, qualifications, insurance and approvals which may be imposed against CITY under this Agreement.

Section 2.5 Subcontracts
Unless prior written approval of CITY is obtained, CONTRACTOR shall not enter into any subcontract with any other party for purposes of providing any work or services covered by this Agreement.

Section 2.6 Term
The term of this Agreement commences on September 1, 2026 and terminates upon the completion of the Scope of Services or on August 31, 2027, whichever occurs first.

Section 2.7 Option to Extend Term of Agreement
At its option, CITY may extend the terms of this Agreement for an additional one (1) year extension; provided, C ITY gives CONTRACTOR no less than thirty (30) days 239
3 written notice of its intent prior to expiration of the existing term. In the event C ITY exercises any option under this paragraph, all other terms and conditions of this Agreement continue and remain in full force and effect.

The total duration of this Agreement, including the exercise of any option under this paragraph, shall not exceed two (2) year(s).

ARTICLE 3

COMPENSATION

Section 3.1 Compensation
CONTRACTOR’s compensation for all work under this Agreement shall conform to the provisions of the Fee Proposal, attached hereto as Exhibit B and incorporated by this reference.

CONTRACTOR shall not undertake any work beyond the scope of this Agreement unless such additional work is approved in advance and in writing by CITY.

Section 3.2 Method of Payment
CONTRACTOR shall submit invoices for completed work on a monthly basis, or as otherwi se agreed, pr oviding, without limitation, details as to amount of hours, individual performing said work, hourly rate, and indicating to what aspect of the Scope of Services said work is attributable. CONTRACTOR’s compensation for all work under this Agreement shall not exceed the amount of the Fee Proposal.

Section 3.3 Costs
The Fee Proposal shall include all reimbursable costs required for the performance of the Scope of Services. Payment of additional reimbursable costs considered to be over and abov e those inher ent in the original Scope of Services shall be approved in advance and in writing, by CITY.

Section 3.4 Auditing
CITY reserves the right to periodically audit all charges made by CONTRACTOR to CITY for services under this Agreement. Upon request, CONTRACTOR agrees to furnish CITY, or a designated representative, with necessary information and assistance needed to conduct such an audit.

CONTRACTOR agrees that CITY or its delegate will have the right to review, obtain and copy all records pertaining to perf ormance of this Agreement.

CONTRACTOR agrees to provide CITY or its delegate with any relevant information requested and shall permit CITY or its delegate access to its premises, upon reasonable notice, during normal business hours for the purpose of interviewing employees and 240
4 inspecting and copying such books, records, accounts, and other material that may be relevant to a matter under investigation for the purpose of determining compliance with this requirement. CONTRACTOR further agrees to maintain such records for a period of three (3) years after final payment under this Agreement.

ARTICLE 4

MISCELLANEOUS PROVISIONS

Section 4.1 Nondiscrimination
In performing services under this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall not discriminate in the empl oyment of its employees or in the engagement of any subcontractor on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, or any other criteria prohibited by law.

Section 4.2 ADA Compliance
In performing services under this Agreement, CONTRACTOR shall comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, and all amendments thereto, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA.

Section 4.3 Indemnification and Responsibility for Damage CONTRACTOR to the fullest extent permitted by law, shall indemnify and hold harmless CITY, its elected and appointed officials, directors, officers, employees and volunteers from and against any claims, damages, losses, and expenses (including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs), arising out of performance of the services to be performed under this Agreement, provided that any such claim, damage, loss, or expense is caused by the negligent acts, errors or omissions of CONTRACTOR, any subcontractor employed directly by CONTRACTOR, anyone directly or indirectly employed by any of them, or anyone for whose acts they may be liable, except those injuries or damages arising out of the active negligence, sole negligence, or sole willf ul misconduct of the City of Lodi , its elected and appointed officials, directors, officers, employees and volunteers. CITY may, at its election, conduct the defense or participate in the defense of any claim related in any way to this indemnification. If CITY chooses at its own election to conduct its own defense, participate in its own defense, or obtain independent legal counsel in defense of any claim related to this indemnification, CONTRACTOR shall pay all of the costs related thereto, including wit hout limitati on reasonable attorney fees and costs. The defense and indemnification obligations required by this Agreement are undertaken in addition to, and shall not in any way be limited by the insurance obligations set forth herein.
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5 Section 4.4 No Personal Liability
Neither the City Council, nor any other officer or authorized assistant or agent or City employee shall be personally responsible for any liability arising under this Agreement.

Section 4.5 Responsibility of CITY
CITY shall not be held responsible for the care or protection of any material or parts of the work described in the Scope of Services prior to final acceptance by CITY, except as expressly provided herein.

Section 4.6 Insurance Requirements for CONTRACTOR
CONTRACTOR shall take ou t and maintai n during the life of this Agreement, insurance coverage as set forth in Exhibit C attached hereto and incorporated by this reference.

Section 4.7 Successors and Assigns
CITY and CONTRACTOR each bind themselves, their partners, successors, assigns, and legal representatives to this Agreement without the written consent of the others. CONTRACTOR shall not assign or transfer any interest in this Agreement without the prior written consent of CITY. Consent to any such transfer shall be at the sole discretion of CITY.

Section 4.8 Notices
Any notice required to be given by the terms of this Agreement shall be in writing signed by an authorized representative of the sender and shall be deemed to have been given when the same is personally served or upon receipt by express or overnight delivery, postage prepaid, or three (3) days from the time of mailing if sent by first class or certified mail, postage prepaid, addressed to the respective parties as follows:

To CITY: City of Lodi
221 West Pine Street
P.O. Box 3006
Lodi, CA 95241-1910
Attn: Cynthia Marsh

To CONTRACTOR: CityWise Strategies, LLC
137 Inyo Court
Vacaville, CA 95687
Attn: Aaron Busch

Section 4.9 Cooperation of CITY
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6 Section 4.10 CONTRACTOR is Not an Employee of CITY
CONTRACTOR agrees that in undertaking the duti es to be performed under this Agreement, it shall act as an independent contractor for and on behalf of CITY and not an employee of CITY. CITY shall not direct the work and means for accomplishment of the services and work to be performed hereunder. CITY , however, retains the right to require that work performed by CONTRACTOR meet specific standards without regard to the manner and means of accomplishment thereof.

Section 4.11 Termination
CITY may terminate this Agreement, with or without cause, by giving CONTRACTOR at least ten (10) days written notice. Where phases are anticipated within the Scope of Services, at which an intermediate decision is required concerning whether to proceed further, CITY may terminate at the conclusion of any such phase.

Upon termination, CONTRACTOR shall be entitled to payment as set forth in the attached Exhibit B to the extent that the work has been performed. Upon termination, CONTRACTOR shall immediately suspend all work on the Project and deliver any documents or work in progress to CITY. However, CITY shall assume no liability for costs, expenses or lost profits resulting from services not c ompleted or for contracts entered into by CONTRACTOR with third parties in reliance upon this Agreement.

Section 4.12 Confidentiality
CONTRACTOR agrees to maintain confidentiality of all work and work products produced under this Agreement, except to the extent otherwise required by law or permitted in writing by CITY. CITY agrees to maintain confidentiality of any documents owned by CONTRACTOR and clearly marked by CONTRACTOR as “Confidential” or “Proprietary”, except to the extent otherwise required by law or permitted in writing by CONTRACTOR. CONTRACTOR acknowledges that CITY is subject to the California Public Records Act.

Section 4.13 Applicable Law, Jurisdiction, Severability, and Attorney’s Fees This Agreement shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.

Jurisdiction of litigation arising from this Agreement shall be venued with the San Joaquin County Superi or Court. If any part of this Agreement is found to conflict with applicable laws, such part shall be inoperative, null, and void insofar as it is in conflict with said laws, but the remainder of this Agreement shall be in force and effect. In the event any dispute between the parties arises under or regarding this Agreement, the prevailing party in any litigation of the dispute shall be entitled to reasonable attorney’s 243
7 fees from the party who does not prevail as determined by the San Joaquin County Superior Court.

Section 4.14 City Business License Requirement
CONTRACTOR acknowledges that Lodi Municipal Code Section 3.01.020 requires CONTRACTOR to have a city business license and CONTRACTOR agrees to secure such license and pay the appropriate fees prior to performing any work hereunder.

Section 4.15 Captions
The captions of the sections and subsections of this Agreement are for convenience only and shall not be deemed to be relevant in resolving any question or interpretation or intent hereunder.

Section 4.16 Integration and Modification
This Agreement represents the entire understanding of CITY and CONTRACTOR as to those matt ers contained herein. No prior oral or written understanding shall be of any force or effect with respect to those matters covered hereunder. This Agreement may not be modified or altered except in writing, signed by both parties.

Section 4.17 Contract Terms Prevail
All exhibits and this Agreement are intended to be construed as a single document. Should any inconsistency occur between the specific terms of this Agreement and the attached exhibits, the terms of this Agreement shall prevail.

Section 4.18 Severability
The invalidity in whole or in part of any provision of this Agreement shall not void or affect the validity of any other provision of this Agreement.

Section 4.19 Ownership of Documents
All documents, photographs, reports, analyses, audits, computer media, or other material documents or data, and working papers, whether or not in final form, which have been obtained or prepared under this Agreement, shall be deemed the property of CITY. Upon CITY’s request, CONTRACTOR shall allow CITY to in spect all such documents during CONTRACTOR’s regular business hours. Upon termination or completion of services under this Agreement, all information collected, work product and documents shall be delivered by CONTRACTOR to CITY within ten (10) calendar days.

CITY agrees to indemnify, defend and hold CONTRACTOR harmless from any liability resulting from CITY’s use of such document s for any purpose other than the purpose for which they were intended.
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8 Section 4.20 Authority
The undersigned hereby represent and warrant that they are authorized by the parties to execute this Agreement.

Section 4.21 Federal Transit Funding Conditions
If the box at left is checked, the Federal Transit Funding conditions attached as Exhibit D apply to this Agreement. In the event of a conflict between the terms of this Agreement or any of its other exhibits, and the Federal Transit Funding Conditions, the Federal Transit Funding Conditions will control.

Section 4.22 Counterparts and Electronic Signatures
This Agreement and other documents to be delivered pursuant to this Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of whic h will be deemed to be an original copy and all of which, when taken together, will be deemed to constitute one and the same agr eement or document, and will be effective when counterparts have been signed by each of the parties and delivered to the other parties. Each party agrees that the electronic signatures, whether digital or encrypted, of the parties included in this Agreement are intended to authenticate this writing and to have the same force and effect as manual signatures. Delivery of a copy of this Agreement or any other document contemplated hereby, bearing an original manual or electronic signature by facsimile transmission (including a facsimile delivered via the Internet), by electronic mail in “portable document format” (“.pdf”) or similar f ormat intended to preserve the original graphic and pictorial appearance of a document, or through the use of electronic signature software will have the same effect as physical delivery of the paper document bearing an original signature.

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Development Services Operational Initiative
Phase 1 – Project Initiation & Work Plan
Objective
Establish project objectives, governance, communications, and a detailed work plan.

Primary Tasks
• Conduct kickoff meeting with City Manager and relevant internal stakeholders . • Confirm project goals, success measures, and desired outcomes. • Develop detailed work plan and project schedule.
• Establish communication protocols.
• Identify stakeholders and prepare interview schedule. • Request and organize background documents.

Deliverables
• Project Management Plan
• Detailed Project Schedule
• Stakeholder Engagement Plan
• Document Request Matrix
Estimated Duration: 2 weeks
Budget Allocation: $9,200
Phase 2 – Existing Conditions Assessment
Objective
Develop a comprehensive understanding of the City's current development services process.

Primary Tasks
• Review municipal code, policies and procedures.
• Analyze development workflows from application to occupancy. • Evaluate staffing, organizational structure and workloads. • Examine and track multiple “sample” development projects through City’s current processes. • Review technology systems and customer service practices. • Develop process maps and identify bottlenecks.
• Assess current performance measures.

Exhibit A & B
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Deliverables
• Existing Conditions Assessment Report
• Process Flow Diagrams
• Organizational Assessment
• Issues Matrix
Estimated Duration: 7–8 weeks
Budget Allocation: $31,050
Phase 3 – Comparative Development Services Benchmarking Objective
Identify leading practices from comparable California jurisdictions.

Primary Tasks
• Select 6–8 comparable agencies (subject to City Manager approval). • Compare review timelines and staffing models.
• Review application checklists and permit guides.
• Evaluate customer service and technology practices.
• Identify adaptable best practices for Lodi.

Deliverables
• Comparative Benchmarking Report
• Best Practices Matrix
• Sample Checklists & Templates
• Benchmark Summary
Estimated Duration: 4 weeks (overlapping)
Budget Allocation: $17,250
Phase 4 – Stakeholder Engagement & Organizational Alignment Objective
Build organizational ownership, collaboration, and commitment to operational excellence.

Primary Tasks
• Interview leadership, staff and external stakeholders. • Facilitate Organizational Alignment Workshop among applicable City departments. • Conduct customer journey and cross-functional process mapping. • Identify quick wins and long-term improvements.
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Deliverables
• Stakeholder Interview Summary
• Workshop Summary
• Guiding Principles
• Quick Wins Matrix
• Organizational Improvement Opportunities
Estimated Duration: 6–8 weeks (overlapping)
Budget Allocation: $23,000
Phase 5 – Findings, Recommendations & Implementation Strategy Objective
Prepare practical recommendations and an implementation framework.

Primary Tasks
• Integrate assessment and benchmarking findings.
• Develop prioritized recommendations.
• Recommend operational, organizational and technology improvements . • Develop KPIs and implementation sequencing.

Deliverables
• Draft Assessment Report
• Recommendations Matrix
• Implementation Strategy
• Performance Dashboard Framework
Estimated Duration: 5 weeks
Budget Allocation: $20,700
Phase 6 – Final Report & Executive Presentation
Objective
Deliver the final implementation-focused roadmap.

Primary Tasks
• Finalize report.
• Incorporate City comments.
• Prepare Executive Team and Council presentation.
• Develop first-year implementation priorities.
• Prepare Leading Practices Toolkit.
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Deliverables
• Final Assessment Report
• Executive Presentation
• Implementation Roadmap
• Performance Scorecard
• Leading Practices Toolkit
Estimated Duration: 3 weeks
Budget Allocation: $13,800
Overall Project Summary
Phase Duration Budget Primary Outcome

1. Project Initiation &
Work Plan
2 weeks $9,200 Project governance
established

2. Existing Conditions
Assessment
7–8 weeks $31,050 Current-state
assessment

3. Comparative
Benchmarking
4 weeks (overlapping) $17,250 Regional best practices

4. Stakeholder
Engagement &
Organizational
Alignment
6–8 weeks
(overlapping)
$23,000 Team alignment & buy-
in

5. Findings &
Implementation
Strategy
5 weeks $20,700 Recommendations &
roadmap

6. Final Report &
Executive Presentation
3 weeks $13,800 Final implementation
package
Total Project Approximately 6 -8
Months
$115,000
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Lodi City CouncilAugust 5, 2026

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