Lodi City Council
September 2, 2026

LODI CITY COUNCIL
Carnegie Forum
305 West Pine Street, Lodi
AGENDA - Regular Meeting
Date: September 2, 2026
Time: Closed Session: 6:00 p.m.

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]
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> 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.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call
C-2 Announcement of Closed Session
a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1). Name of case: Christopher Bennitt v. City of Lodi, et. al, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UCP-2025-1701. b) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). Name of case: Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UWM-2026-0003828. c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). Name of case: Scott R. Carney v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UOE-2026-0044713.

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d) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1). Name of Case: Leatham v. City of Lodi, San Joaquin Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UPI-2024-0003244.
e) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: Interim City Clerk Recruitment.
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
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.

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C.1 Approve Minutes
a) March 6, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
b) April 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
c) June 5, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
d) July 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
e) September 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
f) September 24, 2024 (Special Meeting)
g) October 16, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
h) January 28, 2025 (Special Meeting)
i) February 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
j) February 26, 2025 (Special Meeting)
k) April 1, 2025 (Special Meeting)
l) April 9, 2025 (Special Meeting)
m) April 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
n) April 22, 2025 (Special Meeting)
o) April 30, 2025 (Special Meeting)
p) May 6, 2025 (Special Meeting)
q) May 27, 2025 (Special Meeting)
r) July 2, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
s) July 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
t) August 6, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
u) October 29, 2025 (Special Meeting)
v) March 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
w) April 16, 2026 (Special Meeting)
x) June 9, 2026 (Special Meeting)
y) July 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
z) July 15, 2026 (Regular Meeting)

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Attachment 1 - March 6, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 2 - April 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 3 - June 5, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 4 - July 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 5 - September 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 6 - September 24, 2024 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 7 - October 16, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 8 - January 28, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 9 - February 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 10 - February 26, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 11 - April 1, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 12 - April 9, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 13 - April 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 14 - April 22, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 15 - April 30, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 16 - May 6, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 17 - May 27, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 18 - July 2, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 19 - July 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 20 - August 6, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 21 - October 29, 2025 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 22 - March 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 23 - April 16, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 24 - June 9, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Attachment 25 - July 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachment 26 - July 15, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Attachments:

C.2 Set Public Hearing for October 7, 2026 to Consider an Ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) by adding Chapter 15.69 (Agricultural Mitigation Fee) and Chapter 15.70 (Parkland Dedication and In-Lieu Fees); amend Title 17 (Development Code ), Article 2 (Zoning Districts Land Use and Development Standards ), Section 17.28.040 (Planned Development (PD) Overlay Zoning District); and amend Title 17, Article 6 (Development Code Administration) by adding Chapter 17.77 (Boundary Changes) and Chapter 17.78 (Williamson Act Regulations) (Applicant: City of Lodi; CEQA Status: Exempt per Section 15061 (b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378 as the Ordinance is not a project) (CD)

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C.3 Set a Public Hearing for October 7, 2026, to Consider a Resolution authorizing the filing of an annexation request to annex 95.3 acres (PL2024-023 A) of land south of West Vine Street, north of West Kettleman Lane and west of South Lower Sacramento Road (the “Project Area ”), Consider an Ordinance to pre -zone approximately 9.2 acres to General Commercial (GC), 19.1 acres to Mixed Use Corridor (MCO), 10 acres to Public and Community Facilities (PF), 49.8 acres to Residential Low Density (RLD) and 7.2 Acres to Residential Medium Density (RMD) within the Project Area, to Consider a Resolution to detach the Project Area from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, and to Direct staff to prepare and submit an annexation application to the San Joaquin Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) (Applicant: Dobbins Properties, Inc., PL2024-023 A CEQA Determination: Section 15183 - project is consistent with the development intensity established by a General Plan or Zoning for which an environmental impact report (EIR) has been certified) (CD) Attachment 1 - Westside F Annexation ExhibitAttachments:

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Delegating Authority to the City Manager to Oversee and Administer All Personnel and Administrative Matters Related to the Interim City Clerk position, including appointment, termination, and work assignments. (HR) Res.

Attachment 1 - Resolution (Interim City Clerk)Attachments:

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to File Claim for Fiscal Year 2025/26 Transportation Development Act Funds from Local Transportation Fund ($2,071,203) and State Transit Assistance Fund ($61,987) (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 -TDA Claim Form
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

C.6 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Mold Abatement at 2 N. Sacramento Street (PW)
C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc., dba Division 1 Construction Management Services of Lodi, for Construction Management Services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter Project (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 3
Attachment 2 - Resolution
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.

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E. Comments by the City Council Members on Non-Agenda Items F. Public Hearings
F.1 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the 2025 -26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (CD)
Attachment 1 - Draft CAPER
Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachments:

G. Regular Calendar
G.1 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’s Employment Agreement of Christina Castro as Public Works Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective October 5, 2026 (HR)
Res.

Attachment 1 - Employee Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution (Christina Castro)
Attachments:

G.2 Adopt a Resolution Rejecting all Bids, Approving Specifications, Authorizing Re-Advertisement for Bids, Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder for 2026 -2029 Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring, in an amount not-to-exceed $360,000 (PW)
Res.

Attachment 1 - ResolutionAttachments:

H. Ordinances
H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2049 Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract between the City Council of the City of Lodi and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CLK) Ord.

Attachment 1 - Exhibit
Attachment 2 - Ordinance
Attachments:

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.
______________________________
Walfred Solorzano
Interim City Clerk

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Pursuant to California requirements under the Levine Act, applicants, parties, and their agents who have made campaign contributions totaling more than $500 (aggregated) to a City Council Member over the past 12 months, must publicly disclose that fact for the official record of that agenda item.

Disclosures must include the amount of the campaign contribution aggregated, and the name(s) of the campaign contributor(s) and City Council member(s). The disclosure may be made either in writing to the Clerk prior to the agenda item consideration, or by verbal disclosure at the time of the agenda item consideration. The foregoing statements do not constitute legal advice, nor recitation of all legal requirements and obligations of parties/applicants and their agents. Parties and agents are urged to consult with their own legal counsel regarding the requirements of the law. ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 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:

Approve Minutes
a) March 6, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
b) April 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
c) June 5, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
d) July 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
e) September 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
f) September 24, 2024 (Special Meeting)
g) October 16, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
h) January 28, 2025 (Special Meeting)
i) February 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
j) February 26, 2025 (Special Meeting)
k) April 1, 2025 (Special Meeting)
l) April 9, 2025 (Special Meeting)
m) April 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
n) April 22, 2025 (Special Meeting)
o) April 30, 2025 (Special Meeting)
p) May 6, 2025 (Special Meeting)
q) May 27, 2025 (Special Meeting)
r) July 2, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
s) July 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
t) August 6, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
u) October 29, 2025 (Special Meeting)
v) March 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
w) April 16, 2026 (Special Meeting)
x) June 9, 2026 (Special Meeting)
y) July 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
z) July 15, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Pamela M. Farris, Assistant City Clerk - PT
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Approve the following minutes as prepared:
a) March 6, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
b) April 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
c) June 5, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
d) July 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
e) September 17, 2024 (Special Meeting)
f) September 24, 2024 (Special Meeting)
g) October 16, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
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h) January 28, 2025 (Special Meeting)
i) February 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
j) February 26, 2025 (Special Meeting)
k) April 1, 2025 (Special Meeting)
l) April 9, 2025 (Special Meeting)
m) April 11, 2025 (Special Meeting)
n) April 22, 2025 (Special Meeting)
o) April 30, 2025 (Special Meeting)
p) May 6, 2025 (Special Meeting)
q) May 27, 2025 (Special Meeting)
r) July 2, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
s) July 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
t) August 6, 2025 (Regular Meeting)
u) October 29, 2025 (Special Meeting)
v) March 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
w) April 16, 2026 (Special Meeting)
x) June 9, 2026 (Special Meeting)
y) July 1, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
z) July 15, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Attached is a copy of the subject minutes marked Attachment 1 through Attachment 26, respectively.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 6, 2024 – 6:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of March 3, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig at 6:37 p.m.

Present: Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig

Absent: Council Member Hothi and Council Member Nakanishi

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

NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi ar rived at 6:38 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) Public Employment – Regarding One Position – Conference with Human Resources Manager Adele Post Regarding Recruitment of City Manager Pursuant to Government Code §54957 (CA)

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:38 p.m., Mayor Craig adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matter. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:15 p.m., Mayor Craig 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 6, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig at 7:18 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi

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

B. Presentations

B.1 Women’s History Month Proclamation

Mayor Craig presented a proclamation to Nancy Gonzalez St. Clair proclaiming March 2024 as Women’s History Month in the City of Lodi.
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B.2 National Read Across America Proclamation

Mayor Craig presented a proclamation to Lodi Public Library Literacy and Programs Manager Yvette Herrera and Lodi Police Chief Ricardo Garcia in honor of National Read Across America.

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

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member 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 Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig
Noes: None

Absent: Council Member Hothi

C.1 Receive Register of Claims for February 2, 2024 through February 15, 2024 in the Total Amount of $4,856,888.62 (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Report

Claims were approved in the amount of $4,856,888.62.

C.2 Adopt a Resolution Waiving Bid Requirements and Authorizing Purchase of Electrical Substation Test Equipment from Megger, Inc. of Dallas, TX ($180,000)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Attachment 2 - Quote from Megger, Inc.

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-26 waiving the bid requirements and authorizing the purchase of electrical substation test equipment from Megger, Inc., of Dallas, Texas, in the amount of $180,000.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Approving Artist Jagged Edge Metal Art’s Conceptual Design for the Art Installation Project anticipated to be placed at Interstate 5 and Thornton Road and Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication, and Installation Agreement in a Form Approved by the City Attorney (Total Agreement Amount Not to Exceed $498,000) (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Design Proposal

Attachment 2 - Resolution

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

Pat Patrick, former President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of this item.

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman thanked community leaders who have contributed to bringing the art installation project forward, including Diede Construction, Pat Patrick, Mark Chandler, Doug Kuehne, Steve Schwabauer, and Geneva Mello. He further spoke in favor of the item.

Council Member Nakanishi and Mayor Craig spoke in favor of the item. 11

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-27 approving artist Jagged Edge Metal Art’s conceptual design for the art installation project anticipated to be placed at Interstate 5 and Thornton Road and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication, and Installation Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, in a total agreement amount not to exceed $498,000.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Approving Lodi Arts Commission Recommendation to Select Artist Skyler Dietze’s Conceptual Design Titled “Fruits of Our Labor” for the Art Installation Project at State Route 99 and Turner Road and Authorizing the Interim City Manager to Execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication, and Installation Agreement in a Form Approved by the City Attorney (Total Agreement Amount Not to Exceed $209,588 and $20,959 for Final Design Contingency) (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-28 approving the Lodi Arts Commission recommendation to select artist Skyler Dietze’s conceptual design titled “Fruits of Our Labor” for the art installation project at State Route 99 and Turner Road and authorizing the Interim City Manager to execute an Artwork Design, Fabrication, and Installation Agreement in a form approved by the City Attorney, for a total agreement amount not to exceed $209,588 and $20,959 for final design contingency.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Updating the Authorized Signer for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant to Current City Manager or Designee (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-29 updating the authorized signer for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant to current City Manager or designee.

C.6 Adopt a Resolution Amending Traffic Resolution No.97-148, by Approving 250-foot No Parking Zone Along the North Side of Victor Road in the Vicinity of Highway 99 Southbound Ramp Intersection (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A

Attachment 2 - Exhibit B
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-30 amending Traffic Resolution No. 97-148 by approving 250-foot no-parking zone along the north side of Victor Road in the vicinity of Highway 99 southbound ramp intersection.

C.7 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2024-2026 Landscape Maintenance of Miscellaneous Areas and Lodi Consolidated Landscape District No. 2003-1 (PW)

This item was pulled by staff and continued to a future agenda.

C.8 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2024-2026 Asphalt Materials (PW)

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C.9 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2024-2026 Tree Maintenance Project (PW)

This item was pulled by staff and continued to a future agenda.

C.10 Set a Public Hearing for March 20, 2024 to Consider a Motion to Approve the 2023 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 20, 2024, to consider a motion to approve the 2023 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.

C.11 Set a Public Hearing for March 20, 2024 to Consider Adopting a Resolution to Amend the General Plan for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and Direct Staff to Transmit the Report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (CD)

Set a public hearing for March 20, 2024, to consider adopting a resolution to amend the General Plan for the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update and direct staff to transmit the report to the California Department of Housing and Community Development.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Jeffrey L. Flaherty, a member of the public, spoke regarding having attended a previous Council meeting where he had expressed concern about being a senior and being charged at the two-bedroom rate. He stated no one had contacted him from the Public Works Department as promised. Further, he offered to re-design the Lodi logo and asked that City bills have color added to the envelopes.

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

Council Member Yepez spoke regarding his attendance at a recent meeting with two Eastside businesses, along with Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar and Police Chief Ricardo Garcia, to discuss some of the challenges local businesses are facing.

Mayor Craig spoke regarding her attendance at the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission meeting and the Regional Rail Commission Facilities Committee meeting and announced her recent election as the Vice Chair of the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission.

F. Comments by the City Manager on Non-Agenda Items

Interim City Manager Keys provided an update on Strategic Initiatives.

G. Public Hearings - None

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H. Regular Calendar

H.1 Receive Update from The Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission (PRCS)

Finn Moran and Shaun Spencer provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding an update from the Greater Lodi Area Youth Commission. Specific topics of discussion included the annual Pig Skin Formal, volunteer projects, holiday food drive for the Salvation Army, Teen Game Night, Love Lodi, and the Youth Commission's work toward the Council imperatives.

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman thanked the Commission for their involvement in the community.

Mayor Craig spoke regarding the impressiveness of the tasks the Commission has undertaken.

No Council action was required on this item.

I. Ordinances

I.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2023 Repealing Lodi Municipal Code Title 3 (Revenue and Finance), Chapter 3.01 (Business Tax Certification) and Replacing it with Chapter 3.01 (Business License Registration) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Redlined Ordinance

Attachment 2 - Ordinance

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2023 repealing Lodi Municipal Code Title 3 (Revenue and Finance), Chapter 3.01 (Business Tax Certification) and replacing it with Chapter 3.01 (Business License Registration), which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held February 21, 2024.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi

J. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:08 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 17, 2024

The April 17, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 5, 2024 - 6:00 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of June 5, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig at 6:02 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

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) (One potential Case) (CA)

b) Conference with Labor Negotiators Adele Post, Human Resources Manager, Melissa Munoz, Finance Manager, and Jeff Berkheimer, Electric Utility Director, 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) Public Employee Initial Performance Evaluation: One Appointed Position - City Manager, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957 (CA)

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

Andrae Sanchez, Vice President of the Tokay Wrestling Boosters, spoke in support of the fireworks booths and their benefit for local nonprofits.

Chris Johnson, Executive Director of Bread of Life, spoke in support of the fireworks booths and the benefit to Bread of Life and other nonprofits who are helping the community.

Don Pascarella, Area Manager of TNT Fireworks, spoke in support of the fireworks booths and asked that the nonprofits not be punished for TNT's clerical error.

At 6:11 p.m., Mayor Craig adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:38 p.m.

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C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:38 p.m., Mayor Craig reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed the following actions.

In regard to Item C-2a), Council voted unanimously to direct staff to follow the parameters of Lodi Municipal Code (LMC) Chapter 9.13 and the timelines provided in LMC Section 9.13060.

There was no other reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of June 5, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig at 7:44 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

At Mayor Craig's direction, City Clerk Nashed administered the oath of office to City Manager Carney.

B. Presentations - None

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

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member 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 Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Yepez, Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, and Mayor Craig
Noes: None

Absent: None

C.1 Receive Register of Claims for May 3, 2024 through May 16, 2024 in the Total Amount of $5,200,505.23 (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Register of Claims

Claims were approved in the amount of $5,200,505.23.

C.2 Receive and File Monthly Financial Report (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Monthly Financial Report April 30, 2024

Received and filed the Monthly Financial Report.

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C.3 Accept Quarterly Report of Purchases between $30,000 and $60,000 (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Quarterly Report of Purchases

Accepted the Quarterly Report of Purchases between $30,000 and $60,000.

C.4 Accept the Quarterly Investment Report as Required by the City of Lodi Investment Policy (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Quarterly Investment Report

Accepted the Quarterly Investment Report as required by the City of Lodi Investment Policy.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Three-Year Professional Services Agreement for Power Clerk Software Program Application and Subscription with Clean Power Research, LLC of Napa ($133,800) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - PowerClerk PSA
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-92 authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year Professional Services Agreement for Power Clerk software program application and subscription with Clean Power Research, LLC, of Napa, in the amount of $133,800.

C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Three-Year Professional Services Agreement with Efficiency Services Group, LLC, of Hillsboro, Oregon to Administer Keep Your Cool Commercial Refrigeration Program ($300,000) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Contract for Efficiency Services Group, LLC Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-93 authorizing the City Manager to execute a three-year Professional Services Agreement with Efficiency Services Group, LLC, of Hillsboro, Oregon, to administer the Keep Your Cool Commercial Refrigeration Program, in the amount of $300,000.

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Five-Year Professional Services Agreement with Power Centric Solutions, LLC of Gallatin, TN for Engineering Design and Planning Services ($750,000) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Contract for Power Centric Solutions Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-94 authorizing the City Manager to execute a five-year Professional Services Agreement with Power Centric Solutions, LLC, of Gallatin, Tennessee, for engineering design and planning services, in the amount of $750,000.

C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to Professional Services Agreement with Power Engineers, Incorporated of Meridian, ID for Utility Network Implementation Services ($200,000) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment with Power Engineers, Inc.

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-95 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Power Engineers, Incorporated, of Meridian, Idaho, for utility network implementation services, in the amount of $200,000. 18

C.9 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Transmission Owner Rate Case Program Agreement with Northern California Power Agency (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Transmission Owner Rate Case Program Agreement Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-96 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Transmission Owner Rate Case Program Agreement with Northern California Power Agency.

C.10 Adopt a Resolution Awarding Five-Year Contract for Directional Boring, Excavation and Conduit Installation to Westech Industries, Inc. of Galt ($3,500,000) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Contract for Westech Industries, Inc.

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-97 awarding a five-year contract for directional boring, excavation and conduit installation to Westech Industries, Inc., of Galt, in the amount of $3,500,000.

C.11 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to the Five-Year Agreement for Land Management Permit Software and Software Maintenance Services with Superion, LLC, Extending the Agreement for One Successive Year in an Amount Not to Exceed $56,000, for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $640,000 Over the Term of the Agreement (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Superion, LLC Amendment No. 2 Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-98 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the five-year agreement for land management permit software and software maintenance services with Superion, LLC, extending the agreement for one successive year, in an amount not to exceed $56,000, for a total amount not to exceed $640,000 over the term of the agreement.

C.12 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for Contract Planning Services with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc., a Colorado Corporation, to Extend the Term to June 30, 2025, in an Amount Not to Exceed $10,000, for a Total Contract Amount Not to Exceed $190,000 (CD)

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-99 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement for contract planning services with Interwest Consulting Group, Inc., a Colorado Corporation, to extend the term to June 30, 2025, in an amount not to exceed $10,000, for a total contract amount not to exceed $190,000.

C.13 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Martin Elevators, a California Corporation, DBA Nationwide Lifts of Nor Cal, to Extend Term to October 31, 2024 (CD)

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

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Adopted Resolution No. 2024-100 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with Martin Elevators, a California Corporation, dba Nationwide Lifts of Nor Cal, to extend the term of the agreement to October 31, 2024.

C.14 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Chief of Police to Execute a School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding with Lodi Unified School District (LUSD) for Four School Resource Officers for the Period July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027 in the amount of $1,082,430 (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - MOU with LUSD
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-101 authorizing the Chief of Police to execute a School Resource Officer Memorandum of Understanding with Lodi Unified School District (LUSD) for four School Resource Officers for the period July 1, 2024 - June 30, 2027 in the amount of $1,082,430.

C.15 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the U.S. Department of Justice 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application for the Purchase of a TruNarc Handheld Narcotics Analyzer, Authorize the Chief of Police to Accept Funding, and Appropriate Funds ($20,345) (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - JAG Application
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-102 ratifying the U.S. Department of Justice 2023 Edward Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant Application for the purchase of a TruNarc handheld narcotics analyzer, authorizing the Chief of Police to accept the funding, and appropriating funds in the amount of $20,345.

C.16 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Second Amendment to Lease Agreement with T-Mobile West, LLC, for Ground Space Lease at 1331 South Ham Lane (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Second Amendment
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-103 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Second Amendment to the Lease Agreement with T-Mobile West, LLC, for ground space lease at 1331 South Ham Lane.

C.17 Adopt a Resolution Approving Final Map and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Improvement Agreement for Rose Gate II, Unit No. 3, Tract No. 4144 (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Improvement Agreement
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-104 approving the Final Map and authorizing the City Manager to execute the Improvement Agreement for Rose Gate II, Unit No. 3, Tract No. 4144.

C.18 Adopt a Resolution Approving Removal of School Crosswalk on Lockeford Street at Orange Avenue (East Side) and Install New School Crosswalk with Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacons (RRFB) on Lockeford Street at Orange Avenue (West Side) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Resolution
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Adopted Resolution No. 2024-105 approving the removal of the school crosswalk on Lockeford Street at Orange Avenue (east side) and install a new school crosswalk with rectangular rapid flashing beacons (RRFB) on Lockeford Street at Orange Avenue (west side).

C.19 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 2 to 2021-2023 Sidewalk and Miscellaneous Concrete Repair Program to A.M. Stephens Concrete, Inc. of Lodi, CA, and Authorizing City Manager to Execute Additional Change Orders ($150,000) (PW)

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-106 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 2 to the 2021-2023 Sidewalk and Miscellaneous Concrete Repair Program to A.M. Stephens Concrete, Inc., of Lodi, and authorizing the City Manager to execute additional change orders in an amount not to exceed $150,000.

C.20 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Contract Amendments to Fiscal Year 2023/24 Contracts with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties for Downtown Cleaning ($106,273.20), Transit Facility Cleaning ($86,346.98), and Hutchins Street Square Landscape Maintenance ($23,900.80) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amend No. 1 - Downtown Cleaning Attachment 2 - Amend No. 1 - Transit Facility Cleaning
Attachment 3 - Amend No. 1 - Landscape Maintenance
Attachment 4 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Craig.

Mayor Craig stated that she pulled this item in order to acknowledge the importance of United Cerebral Palsy (UCP)'s contribution to the City.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding the frequency of the cleaning by UCP and the frequency and cost of the yearly pressure washing of the Downtown streets.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Public Works Director Swimley provided information regarding the cleaning of the alleys in Downtown.

Public Works Director Swimley spoke regarding the long, on-going relationship with UCP and the wonderful program they provide, which is a benefit to both the citizens of Lodi and the participants in the UCP program.

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-107 authorizing the City Manager to execute contract amendments to Fiscal Year 2023/24 contracts with United Cerebral Palsy of San Joaquin, Amador, and Calaveras Counties for Downtown Cleaning, in the amount of $106,273.20; Transit Facility Cleaning, in the amount of $86,346.98; and Hutchins Street Square Landscape Maintenance, in the amount of $23,900.80.

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C.21 Adopt a Resolution Approving 2024/2025 Pavement Resurfacing Project for Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 Funding FY 2024/25 (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2024-108 approving the 2024/2025 Pavement Resurfacing Project for Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017 Funding FY 2024/25.

C.22 Approve Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Lodi Transit Station Roof Replacement and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder ($200,000), and Execute Change Orders ($30,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the Lodi Transit Station Roof Replacement and adopt Resolution No. 2024-109 authorizing the City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder in an amount not to exceed $200,000, and execute change orders in an amount not to exceed $30,000.

C.23 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Well 6R and Well 14 GAC System Improvements (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B
Attachment 3 - Exhibit C

Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for Well 6R and Well 14 GAC System Improvements.

C.24 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Transit Station Buildings Exterior Repair Project (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A

Accepted the improvements under the contract for the Transit Station Buildings Exterior Repair Project.

C.25 Accept Tienda Drive Senior Apartments, L.P. Report on the Audit of Financial Statements and Supplementary Information December 31, 2023 (FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Report of Audit of Financial Statements

Accepted the Tienda Drive Senior Apartments, L.P., report on the audit of financial statements and supplementary information December 31, 2023.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Bailey Caswell, Lodi Arts Foundation Art Hop Coordinator, spoke regarding the upcoming Art Hop.

David Claxton, President of the Downtown Business Alliance (DBA), spoke regarding the DBA's plans for the Downtown over the 2024 holiday season, in collaboration with the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, Visit Lodi, and the City of Lodi.

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

In response to Mayor Yepez, Mr. Claxton provided information regarding the DBA’s planned holiday ice skating rink in the Downtown.

Council Member Hothi expressed his support for the Downtown holiday activities and asked that an item be agendized to discuss City commitments.

Mayor Craig also expressed her support and requested the City Manager follow up on this item.

Mr. Claxton stated the DBA expects to receive cost estimates next week on the lighting, and Lodi Electric Utility has expressed interest in sponsoring that.

Mayor Craig thanked Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer for becoming involved with the DBA holiday planning and reminded him of EU's commitment to have a float in the light parade.

Council Member Hothi spoke regarding the Lodi Art Hop and encouraged others to attend.

Mayor Craig acknowledged Public Works Management Analyst Tiffani Christy and presented her with customer service excellence challenge coin from the Office of the Mayor.

F. Comments by the City Manager on Non-Agenda Items

City Manager Carney thanked staff for their warm welcome to the City and thanked the Council for the opportunity to serve the community.

G. Public Hearings

G.1 Public Hearing to Conduct the Annual Review of Ordinance 2001, Lodi Municipal Code Chapter

2.26 and Adopt a Resolution Approving the Annual Review and Report of the Military Equipment Use Policy (PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - AB 481
Attachment 2 - LMC Chapter 2.26.010 - Military Equipment Use Policy Attachment 3 - LPD 2024 Military Equipment Inventory
Attachment 4 - 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 Craig called for the public hearing to consider the annual review of Ordinance 2001, Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.26, and a resolution approving the annual review and report of the Military Equipment Use Policy.

Police Captain Eric Versteeg provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Military Equipment Use Policy. Specific topics of discussion included background; Assembly Bill 481; Category 1 - unmanned, remotely-piloted powered aerial or ground vehicle; Category 2 - mine-resistant ambush-protected (MRAP) vehicles or armored personnel carriers; Category 5 - command and control vehicles that are either built or modified to facilitate the operational control and direction of public safety units; Category 10 - specialized firearms and ammunition of less than 50 caliber, including assault weapon as defined in Sections 30510 and 30515 of the Penal Code; Category 12 - "flashbang" grenades and explosive breaching tools, "tear gas" and "pepper balls," excluding standard service-issued handheld pepper spray; and Category 14 – 40 mm projectile launchers, bean bag, rubber bullet and specialty impact munition (SIM).

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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Captain Versteeg stated the policy went into effect in 2021, with the first report to Council being in 2022, and further provided information regarding the use of rifles by the Police Department.

In response to Mayor Craig, Captain Versteeg stated that, to his knowledge, the Police Department is the only department which has drones and robots, which was confirmed by Assistant City Manager Andrew Keys. City Attorney Lucchesi stated that other departments have expressed interest, as there are varied uses, but there are special training requirements.

Mayor Craig opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:20 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Craig closed the public hearing at 8:20 p.m.

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Yepez, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-110 approving the annual review and report of the Military Equipment Use Policy.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

G.2 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2024/25; and Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B
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 Craig called for the public hearing to consider adopting a resolution approving the Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2024/25; and ordering the levy and collection of assessments.

Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided a brief introduction. Associate Civil Engineer Alice Bernardino provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1. Specific topics of discussion included overview, map of zones, 2024/2025 budget, and comparison of annual assessments by zone.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Public Works Director Swimley stated that should Council not approve the item, the costs of maintenance for these areas would have to be paid through the General Fund.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Attorney Lucchesi stated that the approval of the assessment requires a public hearing.

Mayor Craig opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:25 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Craig closed the public hearing at 8:25 p.m.

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Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi to adopt Resolution No. 2024-111 approving the Final Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Lodi Consolidated Landscape Maintenance Assessment District No. 2003-1, Fiscal Year 2024/25; and ordering the levy and collection of assessments

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

H. Regular Calendar

H.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving Fiscal Year 2024/25 Financial Plan and Budget; Approving the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Appropriation Spending Limit; Approving the Classifications, Job Descriptions, and Salary Ranges for four New Positions; and Approving the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Investment Policy (Budget)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - FY 24-25 Spending Limit
Attachment 2 - Job Descriptions
Attachment 3 - Investment Policy
Attachment 4 - CIP forms
Attachment 5 - Resolution

Assistant City Manager Andrew Keys provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Financial Plan and Budget. Specific topics of discussion included Fiscal Year 2024/25 overview, position requests, new services, new requests, Capital Improvement Plan, all funds’ expenditures, and recommended action.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding flexibility in budgeting for Economic Development and deferred maintenance in the Parks and Recreation Department.

Information Technology Manager Benjamin Buecher provided information regarding recent technology purchases.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information regarding staffing in the department. In further response, Community Development Director Della Monica provided an update on the process for Request for Proposals for the Downtown Specific Plan, including the potential hiring of a railroad consulting company.

Mayor Craig spoke regarding working with the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission if railway-related opportunities arise for the Downtown area.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the goal of the Community Development Department being self-funded.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided information regarding the funding of the Gang Reduction and Intervention Program (GRIP).
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In response to Mayor Craig, Community Development Director Della Monica and Assistant City Manager Keys provided information regarding the General Fund funding for GRIP and additional information regarding General Fund contributions to the Community Development Department.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Assistant City Manager Keys provided information regarding new Public Works Department positions which are not supported by the General Fund.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Assistant City Manager Keys provided information regarding hiring.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Assistant City Manager Keys and Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding the new positions requested in the Public Works Department.

Mayor Craig spoke regarding the length of the budget document and the inability of Council to thoroughly review it before the meeting and stated that she would like the opportunity for Council to review the budget policies which are in place before the next budget cycle.

Mayor Craig spoke in favor of adding an additional maintenance position to the Parks and Recreation Department and removing one of the new maintenance positions from the Public Works Department or obtaining additional park maintenance through the UCP contract.

Mayor Craig stated that she was not comfortable approving the budget as it stands and proposed postponing adoption until the June 18 agenda to allow more time for Council review.

Council Member Yepez concurred with Mayor Craig's suggestion, stating that postponing adoption would allow staff the opportunity to answer questions he has and allow time to consider the Parks staffing issues.

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman also concurred with Mayor Craig's suggestion.

In response to Mayor Craig, Assistant City Manager Keys stated that there are portions of the item which may be approved by Council which do not affect the budget adoption.

In response to Council Member Hothi, City Manager Carney provided information regarding the required adoption deadline of the budget.

In response to Mayor Craig, Council agreed that they could move forward with consideration of the approval of the unspent non-capital appropriations from FY 2021/22 one-time funds to be carried forward to FY 2024/25 and the allocation of $2,884,720 as a transfer from Fund 101 to Fund 100 to account for the associated expenses for providing services to the Community Facilities District.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Assistant City Manager Keys provided information regarding the proposed $100,000 funding for the Economic Development Strategic Plan from the unspent non-capital appropriations.

In response to Mayor Craig, Assistant City Manager Keys stated that the items listed as "Standard Budget Approvals" in the presentation should be considered as a package.

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Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2024-112 approving the unspent non-capital appropriations from FY 2021/22 one-time funds to be carried forward to FY 2024/25 with $100,000 for the Economic Development Strategic Plan and $750,000 for the Downtown Specific Plan, and the allocation of $2,884,720 as a transfer from Fund 101 to Fund 100 to account for the associated expenses for providing services to the Community Facilities District.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council member Nakanishi, to move Council's consideration of the Fiscal Year 2024/25 Financial Plan and Budget and related items to the June 20, 2024, agenda.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

I. Ordinances

I.1
Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2024 “An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Repealing and Replacing Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.04 “City Council Meetings” (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance No. 2024

Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2024 entitled, “An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Repealing and Replacing Lodi Municipal Code Chapter 2.04 “City Council Meetings,” which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held May 15, 2024.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

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I.2 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2025 “An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Amending Title 17 of the Lodi Municipal Code Related to the "Zoning Map," Section

17.10.030 Of the Lodi Municipal Code, to Amend the Zoning Designation of Assessor Parcel Numbers 115-640-03, 115-640-09 And 115-064-10 To Mixed Use Center ("MCE") (Application No. Pl2021-031)” (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance No. 2025

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Yepez, (following reading of the title) to waive reading of the ordinance in full and adopt and order to print Ordinance No. 2025 entitled “An Ordinance of the Lodi City Council Amending Title 17 of the Lodi Municipal Code Related to the "Zoning Map," Section 17.10.030 of the Lodi Municipal Code, to Amend the Zoning Designation of Assessor Parcel Numbers 115-640-03, 115-640-09 and 115-064-10 to Mixed Use Center ("MCE") (Application No. Pl2021-031),” which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held May 15, 2024.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

J. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:19 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JULY 17, 2024 - 4:30 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 17, 2024, was called to order by Mayor Craig at 4:33 p.m.

Present: Council Member Hothi, Council Member Nakanishi, and Mayor Craig

Absent: Council Member Yepez and Mayor Pro Tempore Bregman

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Announcement of Closed Session

a) Anticipated Litigation: Gov ernment Code § 54956.9(d)(2) Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding One Case. (CA)

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 4:35 p.m., Mayor Craig 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 7:10 p.m., Mayor Craig 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 7:10 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

The September 17, 2024, Special Meeting of the Lodi City Council was canceled due to lack of a quorum.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24, 2024

The September 24, 2024, Special Meeting of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 16, 2024

The October 16, 2024, Regular Meeting of the Lodi City Council was canceled.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
TUESDAY, JANUARY 28, 2025 - 5:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of January 28, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 5:33 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) 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-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 5:34 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 5:53 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 5:53 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting, and City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that there was no reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of January 28, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 5:53 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

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B. Regular Calendar

B.1 Adopt a Resolution Approving Salary Adjustments for Classifications Impacted by the Recently Adopted International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Memorandum of Understanding (HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - EUD Conforming Salary Adjustment Table

Attachment 2 - Resolution

This item was pulled by staff and will be continued to the February 5, 2025 agenda.

B.2 Adopt a Resolution Appointing Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee to the Position of City Treasurer of the City of Lodi (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

City Manager Carney provided a presentation regarding the appointment of Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee to the position of City Treasurer of the City of Lodi. Specific topics of discussion included the requirement of a having a City Treasurer, previous Assistant City Manager's role of City Treasurer, duties, and staff recommendation.

Council Member Nakanishi thanked Mr. Magee for his recent handling of a citizen's problem with a City bill.

At Council Member Hothi's invitation, Mr. Magee introduced himself to Council and provided information regarding his past experience.

Council Member Craig-Hensley provided background information to the public on the City Treasurer position and spoke in support of this item.

Mayor Bregman thanked Mr. Magee for accepting the position of City Treasurer.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-11 appointing Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee to the position of City Treasurer of the City of Lodi.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

ROLL CALL VOTE
The City Council held a ROLL CALL vote (all voiced their votes).

B.3 Receive the Library Assessment Report and Provide Guidance on Future Library Resources for Operations (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Lodi Public Library Assessment

City Manager Carney provided an introduction. John Alita, of Baker Tilly, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Library Assessment Report. Specific topics of discussion included positive findings of the report; scope of the project; background of research; current state of the Library; challenges; fiscal soundness; considerations for options presented; 34

three directions for consideration: 1) keeping the Library independent, reallocation of unused part-time funds, addition of Librarian II position, and investment in self-service aspect; 2) combining the Library with the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department to achieve some economies of scale and joint programming benefits, combination of departments or more interaction of departments, and changes in structure of departments; and 3) joining the San Joaquin County Library System, cost savings due to efficiency of being part of the system and bulk purchasing, and the need for a thorough review of job descriptions; the possibility of Library programming in other City facilities; clarification of the role of City Manager vs. role of the Library Board of Trustees; and comparison of operation within the County Library System vs. independent operation.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Mr. Alita provided information regarding personnel costs and comparisons to other local municipalities.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Alita provided information regarding the lack of cohesiveness of the Library Strategic Plan and Council Strategic Plan.

Council Member Nakanishi explained for the benefit of the public that the Library has its own Board of Directors.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Manager Carney provided information regarding City funding for the Library and funding sources for Capital improvements.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Manager Carney stated information regarding Library Foundation funding can be provided to Council.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Alita provided information regarding the presentation of the report to the Library Board of Trustees.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Alita provided information regarding Library Boards in other jurisdictions.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Alita provided information regarding skill sets and qualifications for Library Board members; other jurisdictions which have their library operating under the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department; and information gathered regarding the number of part-time staff.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Manager Carney and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding different scenarios for joining the County Library System and Lodi Library’s operation under the California Education Code Municipal Libraries Act's requirements.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested information on the municipalities currently operating under the Municipal Libraries Act.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the Library hours of operation and meeting the public's needs.

Council Member Hothi stated he would like to hear from the public before asking questions.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Mr. Alita confirmed that Lodi is the only independent library in San Joaquin County.

Council Member Craig-Hensley noted that Council had received written comments from the public.
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Eve Milton, a Library Board Trustee, provided information regarding her extensive library background and spoke in favor of maintaining an independent library.

Carolyn Dougherty, a member of the public, spoke in favor of maintaining the library's autonomy and rejecting the proposal to join the County Library System.

Brian Campbell, a Library Board Trustee, spoke in favor of maintaining an independent library, noting the difficulty of leaving the County Library System once joined and the ability for an independent library to move quickly to meet community needs.

Judith Tillinghast, a member of the public active in the Friends of the Lodi Public Library and the Lodi Public Library Foundation, spoke regarding concerns she has over merging with the County Library System.

Arlene Farley, Lodi Public Library Foundation Secretary, spoke regarding the Foundation's improvements to the Library, collaboration, and input into the spending of the money the Foundation has raised.

Lyndsy Davis, a member of the public, spoke against merging with the County Library System.

Frank Kooger, a Library Board Trustee, spoke against merging with the County Library System.

Katherine Mahood, a member of the public, spoke in support of the Lodi Library.

Luis Anaya, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need for careful review before making a decision.

Mike Carouba, Chairman of the Parks and Recreation Commission, spoke regarding budget shortfalls coming from cuts in the Parks and Recreation and the Library.

Stuart Krengel, President of the Lodi Public Library Foundation, spoke in favor of maintaining an independent library. He noted the Foundation is ready to be a fiscal and strategic partner and advocated for the appointment of a Library Director.

Terry Welch, a member of the public, spoke against contracting services to manage the library.

Jateen Bhakta, a member of the public, spoke in favor of an independent library in order to maintain the programming currently available.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez spoke against joining the County Library System, noted that the report had helpful information on ways to improve the Library, and stated that joining the County Library System will require conducting a Citywide election that would be expensive.

Council Member Hothi spoke against joining the County Library System, recognized the contributions of the Foundation, and noted the value of recommendations in the report.

Council Member Nakanishi stated that there was good information in the report.

Council Member Craig-Hensley reiterated that Council does not set policy, run the Library, or make decisions on programming; Council’s only functions are to budget money for the Library and appoint members to the Library Board of Trustees. She encouraged members of the public to attend the Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee meetings to learn more about Measure L funding for the Library and the Library Board of Trustees meetings. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the Library Strategic Plan reflecting community input, the 36

Board’s funding priorities, the need for adult literacy programs, recruitment of qualified employees, and tuition assistance for staff professional development. She addressed potential solutions for Option 1 challenges, including no-cost shared space with Hutchins Street Square, job skills training at the Access Center, space planning at the Library, and the potential for a mutual aid agreement with the County Library System for purchasing. She spoke regarding the importance of spending aligning with the Library Strategic Plan and the Council Strategic Plan, noting that a Council Strategic Plan update is upcoming and should incorporate information provided by the Library. She also spoke in favor of establishing a 2x2 committee with Council, the Library Board of Trustees, the Lodi Public Library Foundation, and the Friends of the Lodi Public Library.

Council Member Hothi noted that the City abolished late fees at the Library two years ago, so other funding opportunities need to be considered.

Mayor Bregman recognized the hard work of the Board and the Foundation and spoke regarding Council working within financial boundaries, aligning funding goals with the Council Strategic Plan, safety being his first priority, collaboration and better communication with departments, and support of the formation of a 2x2 committee as referenced by Council Member Craig-Hensley. He thanked the public for attending and requested questions be emailed to Council for response.

Caitlin Casey, Library Board Trustee, stated that the Library Board of Trustees is an administrative board, not an advisory board, and is subject to the Brown Act; meetings are open to the public and the Board would welcome Council Member attendance; policies are available for review; and the Lodi Public Library Foundation has saved the City hundreds of thousands of dollars.

Council Member Nakanishi requested information from City Manager Carney regarding the funds budgeted for the Library two years before the passage of Measure L and for the two years after the passage of Measure L.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested the City Clerk supply Council with a link or a packet of the Library policies referenced by Trustee Casey.

C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:03 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of February 11, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 4:01 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Hothi arrived at 4:02 p.m.

B. Regular Calendar

B.1 Appoint Michael Carouba to the Economic Development Ad Hoc Committee and Toni Lish to the Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee (CLK)

City Clerk Nashed made a presentation regarding the appointment of Michael Carouba to the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee and Toni Lish to the Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee. Specific topics of discussion included Michael Carouba's nomination for District 3 for the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee and Toni Lish's nomination for District 4 for the Measure L Citizens' Oversight Committee.

Council Member Craig-Hensley thanked Mr. Carouba and Ms. Lish for their willingness to serve on the committees.

Mayor Bregman welcomed Mr. Carouba and Ms. Lish to the committees.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to appoint Michael Carouba to the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee and Toni Lish to the Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

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APPOINTMENTS:

Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee
Michael Carouba – Term to expire May 1, 2026

Measure L Citizens' Oversight Committee
Toni Lish - Term to expire July 1, 2027

Deputy City Clerk Ditmore administered the Oath of Office to Michael Carouba, appointee to the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee, and Toni Lish, appointee to the Measure L Citizens' Oversight Committee.

B.2 Receive the Human Resources Assessment Report (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Lodi HR Assessment Report

City Manager Carney provided background information regarding the report. Teri Silva, Senior Human Resources Consultant working with MRG, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Human Resources Assessment Report. Specific topics of discussion included introduction, background and key facts, finding that the Human Resources Division is mostly transactional and policies are either not available or kept current, department organization, current organizational chart, key areas in the division, staffing ratios, comparable agency data, significant facts with comparable agencies, teamwork, recommendations, preferred option - create a department, preferred organizational chart, Option 2 - retain division and increase FTEs (1.3 ratio), Option 3 - retain division and increase FTEs (1.5 ratio), Human Resources service as a strategic partner, support for the preferred option, examples of legal trends in Human Resources, and risk of employment liability.

Risk Manager Beverly Jensen expressed concern that she, the Risk Management staff, and the City Attorney were not consulted regarding the proposed changes. She spoke regarding the recommendation of Public Agency Risk Management (PARMA) and Public Risk Management Association (PRMA) for Risk Management be housed in the City Attorney's office and the widespread duties of the Risk Management Division.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested that Ms. Silva provide more information related to Risk Management staffing when housed in Human Resources.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Ms. Silva provided information regarding efficiency-increasing technology, policy development through an outside consultant, decentralization of performance evaluations, and meet-and-confer obligations.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Manager Carney provided information regarding proactive Human Resources outreach and best practices standards.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of additional Human Resources staffing.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Ms. Silva provided information regarding the non-existent policies mentioned in the report and training availability through the Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Consortium.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Ms. Silva provided information regarding the hourly cost of MRG and the data related to the proposed changes.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Manager Carney clarified that the goal of the agenda item was to present the current Human Resources Assessment Report and receive Council guidance 39

regarding staffing, which may impact budget planning. He stated an item with staff’s recommendation would come at a subsequent meeting.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding the concerns presented in the report and asked City Manager Carney to obtain a statement from Risk Manager Jensen regarding her input on the issues discussed.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Ms. Silva clarified that she had met with the City Attorney when gathering data for the report.

City Attorney Lucchesi clarified that moving the Risk Management Division was not part of the discussion with Ms. Silva.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Ms. Silva clarified earlier discussions regarding criminal history and driver's license information on employment applications.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Manager Carney provided information regarding deficiencies in the Human Resources Division.

Council Member Hothi stated he had received criticism regarding the excessive use of Special Meetings and because the proposed move of the Risk Management Division is not mentioned in the presentation, he would propose postponing a decision.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez spoke in favor of postponing a decision to allow time to speak with staff and review the information presented.

Council Member Craig-Hensley noted that Special Meetings are being used as a replacement for Shirtsleeve Sessions as informational meetings. She concurred with not making a decision at this meeting, stating that direction is needed to move forward, either at a Regular Meeting or another Special Meeting. Council Member Craig-Hensley further stated that Council should treat consultants respectfully and professionally, as they would staff members.

At 4:57 p.m., Mayor Bregman called for a recess, and the City Council meeting reconvened at 5:01 p.m.

Discussion ensued with Council Member Hothi, Mayor Bregman, and Ms. Silva regarding the presentation of the information about the reorganization of Human Resources to include Risk Management.

Mayor Bregman stated he felt Council was not ready to make a decision on major changes but simpler adjustments, such as information requested on employment applications, could be addressed by staff at this time.

Council Member Craig-Hensley noted that immediate changes would need to be handled by an outside agency due to the lack of staff.

Mayor Bregman stated Item B.2 would need to come back to Council on a future agenda and include more staff input.

No Council action was required on this item.

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B.3 Receive and File a Verbal Report on the Finance Divisions Observations (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Mid-Year Finance Report

Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Report on the Finance Divisions Observations. Specific topics of discussion included background, methodology, summary of observations by function, risk factors, fraud triangle, priority decisions, summary of Priority One observations, summary of Priority Two observations, customer service wait times (phones), customer service wait times (lobby/email), accounting disclosures to auditors, takeaways, and recovery plan.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Assistant City Manager Magee provided information regarding a timeline for addressing Priority One and Priority Two items, the possible effect on retirees due to the inaccurate CalPERS reporting, payroll reconciliation error corrections, procurement cards, bond rating, types of customer service requests, and completion of certain items from the Priority One and Priority Two lists before the upcoming budget.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Manager Carney provided further details regarding procurement card policies.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for Council to receive a quarterly report comparing the budget to actual expenditures.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley's comments regarding customer service, City Manager Carney provided information regarding potential mid-year budget adjustments with Electric Utility and Public Works Enterprise accounts contributing to the cost of processing utility payments, which would enable the hiring of additional staff.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Manager Carney provided information regarding Council concerns and the timing of the assessment of the Finance Division operations.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Interim Assistant City Manager Magee provided information regarding typical payroll reconciliation errors and the cost difference between a consultant performing day-to-day accounting tasks vs. hiring staff.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, City Manager Carney provided information regarding the timeline for hiring accounting staff and stated he will update Council on the progress in a month.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Interim Assistant City Manager Magee and City Manager Carney provided information regarding the use of technology to improve customer service.

Mayor Bregman requested Council updates on hiring and the progress of the priority items.

City Attorney Lucchesi stated that there is a new statutory requirement for agencies to report on all vacancies before a budget is adopted, noting that item will be brought to Council at an upcoming public hearing.

No Council action was required on this item.

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B.4 Adopt a Resolution Ratifying Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP of Mountain View in the amount of $55,000, which was executed as a Change Order by the City Manager and adding $150,000 for additional Professional Financial Services for a Total Contract Not to Exceed $308,900 ($103,900 Approved + $55,000 ratification + 150,000 for additional support) (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Baker Tilly Amendment No. 3 Attachment 2 - Resolution

City Clerk Nashed provided a brief overview of the amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP. Specific topics of discussion included the amendment amount, scope of services, and breakdown of costs.

City Manager Carney spoke regarding this item's relationship to Item B.3 and the justification for the services provided in the amendment.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in support of allocating the appropriate resources to address the concerns noted in the reports.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, City Manager Carney provided information regarding the background on the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly and the services to be provided in the amendment.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the Procurement Policy's allowance of financial services as an exemption to the formal bid requirements, Council's previous action approving the Professional Services Agreement which waived the bid requirements, and the City Manager's change order authority.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Mayor Bregman summarized the services to be provided with the amendment.

City Manager Carney clarified that the Baker Tilly amendment does not encompass potential changes in the Human Resources Division.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the scope of services was clearly presented in the Finance Division report and was also provided in the resolution.

In response to Council Member Hothi, City Manager Carney clarified the total amount to date of the Baker Tilly contract, and Interim City Manager Magee provided information regarding the use of the funds for additional services.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Attorney Lucchesi stated that the term of the amendment is through September 30, 2025.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-16 ratifying Amendment No. 2 to the Professional Services Agreement with Baker Tilly Advisory Group, LP, of Mountain View, in the amount of $55,000, which was executed as a Change Order by the City Manager and adding $150,000 for additional professional financial services, for a total contract not to exceed $308,900 ($103,900 approved + $55,000 ratification + 150,000 for additional support).

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:11 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of February 26, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 4:02 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Regular Calendar

B.1 Study Session on the City Long-Range Financial Forecast (CM)

Attachments: Attachment - PowerPoint Presentation

City Manager Carney provided a brief introduction. Bob Leland, of Baker Tilly Advisory Group, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the City's long-range financial forecast. Specific topics of discussion included the firm's and consultant's extensive forecasting experience; background; historical perspective: budget vs. actual; looking ahead: forecasting model process; City's five-year forecast in FY 25 budget; revised baseline forecast: major assumptions; revised baseline forecast; General Fund revenue forecast comparisons; General Fund expenditure forecast comparisons; comparison of City's five-year forecast to revised baseline forecast; forecast risks and uncertainties; key economic variables: recessions, pensions, and housing; potential budget changes: peaker plant purchase and rent, labor market adjustments, additional support staff positions, and Access Center Emergency Shelter; lack of sufficient resources to fund all desired budget augmentations: new revenue options (reimpose business license tax, increase transient occupancy tax (TOT), or impose added local sales tax rate); and next steps regarding revenues.

City Manager Carney clarified items discussed in the PowerPoint presentation, including the peaker plant, salary surveys, collective bargaining, and potential added positions.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding the ability to attain a healthy budget with no deficit.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Leland provided information regarding recessions and the model not containing an assumption for the addition of police officers to accompany housing growth.

City Manager Carney provided additional information regarding planning for financing of additional services associated with future annexation and growth, including community facilities districts.

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In response to Council Member Hothi, City Manager Carney stated the hydrogen hub and the police training facility near Flag City are not built into the model as revenue generating sources.

City Manager Carney stated that one of the goals is to bring the forecasting tool in-house for use by the budgeting staff.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Leland provided information regarding what factors into non-personnel costs and tax estimates for new housing.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding projects, such as the added infrastructure associated with new development and the proposed sports facility, not being included in this model. She spoke further regarding community input on the potential sales tax increase and Council's need to make decisions to build the fiscal base to grow the City in a managed way.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez requested a live demonstration which excluded Access Center expenses and included an increase in the TOT and business license tax.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Mr. Leland clarified that the Access Center was included as part of the augmented services.

Mr. Leland provided a live demonstration which included Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez's criteria.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Leland confirmed that the quarter-cent sales tax is equivalent to the TOT and business license tax combined.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Mr. Leland provided information regarding sales tax for online sales and projected sales tax being based on HdL data.

City Manager Carney and Mr. Leland provided information regarding the inclusion of recessions in the forecasting model.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding the ownership of the land at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility.

Denise Wiman, a retired City employee, stated she was speaking regarding concerns from current City employees about the addition of executive management positions which will add a burden to the General Fund expenses and CalPERS liability, Lodi citizens paying the operating costs of the Access Center, and the potential purchase of the peaker plant raising electric rates.

Gary Wiman, a retired City employee, spoke regarding selling the Access Center to the Salvation Army for a dollar, saving the City $2.4 million in yearly operation costs; reduction of the General Fund Stabilization Reserve account by 1%, to save $800,000; and freezing the PERS stabilization account and using the money currently being paid into for the General Fund.

Antonio Amador, a member of the public, spoke regarding returning to the basics, such as police, fire, water, and wastewater; and the need to cut extra services.

Mr. Andrews, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need to sell the Access Center for a dollar to avoid the ongoing expenses of operation and maintenance, to promote and maintain businesses in Lodi, to repair City streets, and for the City officials to spend citizens' tax money efficiently.

John Kelly, a member of the public, requested information regarding operation expenses increasing 50% in the five-year projection.

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City Manager Carney stated he would be happy to meet with Mr. Kelly following the meeting.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, stated that the growth of jobs and median household income has not kept pace with what is needed to support the level and quality of services and facilities that residents desire; that the City needs to understand the cost to get to the next level of service, such as entertainment and sporting venues, to improve the quality of life for residents and attract visitors to contribute to the local economy; and that there needs to be an understanding of what has constrained the City from achieving the broad-based growth needed for a balanced budget.

Stephanie Kelly, a member of the public, spoke regarding the homeless situation.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding the Point in Time count and the homeless situation in Lodi.

An unidentified member of the public, spoke in favor of not raising taxes, living within our means, and the homeless situation.

Mike Carouba, Economic Development Ad Hoc-Committee member, spoke regarding the need for economic and industrial growth, the poor state of the City’s infrastructure, delinquent maintenance in the City's departments, and the need to invest in bringing new businesses to Lodi.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding receiving outside input from the public regarding budgeting, the need for community support, and the need for the current Council to address this budget issue.

Mayor Bregman concurred with Mr. Carouba's point in regard to investing in the community and spoke regarding a more optimistic sales tax forecast and investigating additional options for the Access Center.

C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:26 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
TUESDAY, APRIL 1, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of April 1, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 4:04 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Regular Calendar

B.1 Receive Report for Consideration of a Future Action to Approve Fiscal Year 2024-25 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments; Add One Administrative Services Director/Chief Financial Officer Position, Two New Customer Service Representative Positions, One Budget Analyst Position, Two Associate Planners and a Program Coordinator (Rental Coordinator) Position; and Reclassify a Transit Planner Position, Human Resources Manager Position, and Information Technology Manager Position (ISD-BUD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - 36 CIP PWST-0025 Traffic Signal Maintenance

Attachment 2 - 43 CIP EUCP-21002 12KV Overhead
Attachment 3 - 44 CIP EUCP-21006 12KV Underground
Attachment 4 - 45 CIP EUCP-21001 Streetlight Maintenance Attachment 5 - 47 CIP EUCP-21010 230KV Interconnection
Attachment 6 - 76 CIP PWWA-0052 PCE TCE Oversight
Attachment 7 - 123 CIP EUCP-21009 Substation Load Tap Changer Attachment 8 - 196 CIP EUCP-22005 Substation Relay Modernization Attachment 9 - 197 CIP EUCP-22004 Henning Getaway Project Attachment 10 - 245 CIP EUCP-23001 Substation Maintenance Attachment 11 - 280 CIP EUCP-23002 CDWR Natural Gas Plant Attachment 12 - 296 CIP EUCP-24001 60 kV Breaker Upgrades and Replacements
Attachment 13 - 304 GFCP-25001 Citywide Space Planning Service Attachment 14 - 315 CIP EUCP-24004 Killelea 1211 Reconductor Attachment 15 - 318 EUCP-25001 LEU Operations Video Wall Attachment 16 - 320 EUCP-25003 Online Transformer Monitoring Attachment 17 - 321 EUCP-25004 Westgate Substation Pole Placement Attachment 18 - Exhibit A

City Manager Carney asked Mayor Bregman for the opportunity to provide introductory comments to this item and read a prepared statement regarding staff reports redacted by the City Attorney and City Clerk being published contrary to his direction, diminishing City transparency. After several minutes, Mayor Bregman instructed City Manager Carney to stop reading his statement as it had deviated from the agendized item. 47

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Fiscal Year 2024-25 mid-year budget adjustments. Specific topics of discussion included Fiscal Year 2024/25 mid-year objective, budget background, mid-year review, General Fund revenue, General Fund - cost allocation, General Fund revenue by category, General Fund expense, General Fund expense by department, other funds mid-year highlights, other funds expenses, Capital - General Fund, Capital - Electric Utility, Capital - Public Works, personnel adjustments, salary tables, mid-year recommendation budget forecast, and action recommended to be taken at the Regular Council Meeting on April 2, 2025.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker confirmed the budget forecast included the recommended new positions.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker confirmed the cost associated with the personnel adjustments are in line with the compensation survey that was conducted.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker provided information on the full-time position in the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Budget Manager Baker and Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information on the General Plan update.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the importance of a General Plan update.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding personnel adjustments in the department improving customer service.

In response to Mayor Bregman and Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker and Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided information on ARPA funding.

No Council action was required on this item.

B.2 Receive and File a Verbal Report on the Finance Divisions Observations (CM)

City Manager Carney clarified that the proposed budget will be brought to Council for action at the Regular Meeting on April 2, 2025, at which time Council may adopt the entire recommendation, pieces of the recommendation, or none of the recommendation.

Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the Finance Divisions Observations update. Specific topics of discussion included agenda, review of risk factors, audit/accounting disclosures to auditors, audit results, Waste Management overages and contamination charges, payroll exception report, utility billings, and takeaways.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Interim Assistant City Manager Magree provided information regarding utility billing security deposits.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Assistant City Manager Magee provided information regarding the excess funds and the ERP system transfer.

Public Works Director Charlie Swimley spoke regarding concerns with the Waste Management overage charges.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the commercial Waste Management overage charges arriving a year after the infraction.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding Council receiving a positive audit report every year but now receiving an audit report with inadequacies. He stated Council must be address the situation.

Interim Assistant City Manager Magee provided information regarding the difference between the City's responsibilities and the auditor's responsibility during the auditing process.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she concurred with Council Member Nakanishi's comments and noted the issues brought forward in the report are unacceptable. She further stated that now that Council is aware of the problem, the situation must be addressed. Council Member Craig-Hensley commended Budget Manager Jennelle Baker for the work she put forth in producing the budget document with the staffing shortage.

Mayor Bregman concurred with the previous statements and noted that now that the problem has been identified, the City will find a resolution.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, stated he has confidence in the staff as they brought forward this information and expressed disappointment that the full Council was not in attendance for the budget presentation.

An unidentified member of the public spoke regarding the transparency shown in the presentation and the Council's willingness to work through the issues and challenges and expressed disappointment in staff not being allowed to finish the presentation of information.

No Council action was required on this item.

C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 5:31 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 9, 2025 - 2:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 9, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 2:08 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: City Manager Carney, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Announcement of Closed Session

B.1 Public Employee Performance Evaluation – Regarding One Position – City Manager Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.

B.2 Public Employee Potential Discipline/Dismissal Release Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

Following the announcement of the Closed Session agenda items, Mayor Bregman announced one item was being considered for removal from the agenda.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Council Member Hothi stated he would prefer to hear public comment before making a determination.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi confirmed public comment could be received for both items at the same time.

Mayor Bregman called for public comment and announced that, due to the number of individuals wanting to speak, the time would be limited to two minutes per speaker.

Ron Heberle, a member of the public, spoke regarding the comments made by City Manager Carney at the April 1, 2025 Special Council Meeting, which he felt were inappropriate and in violation of the Brown Act.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi stated the comment time could be increased to three minutes, as long as all speakers have the same opportunity.

Mark Chandler, former Council Member and Mayor, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Mr. Heberle returned to the podium for the additional minute of allotted speaking time. He spoke in favor of replacing the City Manager.

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Kathryn Corradi, a member of the public, spoke regarding the manner in which City Manager Carney brought forth his accusation and the need for a forensic audit to investigate the allegations.

Jeffrey Kirst, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Annette McKay, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Kenneth Wheeler, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Kelly Olds, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

John Slaughterback, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Bob Colarossi, a Hutchins Street Square Foundation member, former member and chairperson of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, and member of the City Manager search committee, spoke regarding the need to make an unbiased decision following an investigation and a financial audit.

Chris Podesto, a member of the public, spoke against the removal of the City Manager and the need for the allegations to be investigated.

Ryan Ranchhod, of American Hospitality Services, spoke regarding the current instability in leadership putting the shared goal of Lodi development and revitalization at risk and urged the Council to listen to the voices of residents, taxpayers, and business leaders as they make their decision.

Denise Wiman, a retired City employee, spoke regarding the lack of transparency provided by City Manager Carney and his disregard of protocol.

Jim Hicks, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need to investigate the allegations, the public perception of Lodi, and the need to exercise caution and not make a hasty decision.

Carol Jones, a resident in District 2, spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding the 250 letters sent to Council regarding the holding of a public comment period prior to the Closed Session meeting and the call for transparency in the forensic audits; the need for future outside forensic audits; and the removal of the City Manager potentially impacting the City's development momentum.

Alex Aliferis, a member of the public, spoke regarding whistle-blower protection and against the removal of the City Manager.

An unidentified member of the public spoke against the removal of the City Manager.

Mayor Bregman closed public comment at 2:56 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she was not speaking on behalf of any other Council Members. She spoke regarding her standard criteria on performance evaluations, the duties of the City Manager, the goal of the City to create a fiscal structure to accomplish the Council's strategic priorities, and fiscal transparency.

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Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding Council's knowledge of the issues addressed in City Manager Carney's statement, inability to discuss the issues at a meeting without an item being agendized, his support for a forensic audit, and the need for more information for an evaluation.

City Manager Carney stated that he looked forward to the opportunity to speak to Council in Closed Session and spoke regarding the ability to invest in Lodi's future by providing the transparency, accountability, and resources needed to remedy the deficiencies and support the many earnest employees who want to deliver efficient and proper stewardship.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding good leadership and his personal top performance evaluation criteria for Council appointees being ethics.

At 3:01 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 4:25 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 4:25 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting and invited Outside Counsel Adam Lindgren, of Meyers-Nave, to the podium.

Mr. Lindgren disclosed that Council did not conduct the City Manager evaluation and did not consider dismissal of the City Manager; Council did review briefly and discuss that the statements made by Mr. Carney at the April 1, 2025 Council meeting warrant and deserve careful consideration and the City will be hiring outside counsel to investigate the statements that Mr. Carney made; Council also gave direction on a three-two vote, with Council Member Craig-Hensley and Council Member Nakanishi dissenting, to place Mr. Carney on a temporary administrative leave while Council looks into those issues; Council further gave direction that it would be meeting on Friday morning to consider the further issue of who would serve as Acting City Manager during Mr. Carney's leave. The Council took no other reportable actions and concluded its discussions.

Mayor Bregman reiterated that the City will have a third-party investigation of Mr. Carney’s allegations, which the Council hopes to have completed in a timely manner.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 4:28 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET
FRIDAY, APRIL 11, 2025 - 10:00 A.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 11, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 10:00 a.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi and Council Member Nakanishi

Also Present: City Attorney Lucchesi and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi arrived at 10:35 a.m. He was briefed on what had occurred prior to his arrival and participated fully in the Council deliberations.

B. Announcement of Closed Session

B.1 Conference with Outside Legal Counsel on Public Employee Appointment - Title: Acting City Manager, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

After the announcement of the Closed Session item, in response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Bregman clarified the purpose of the Closed Session and the agenda item. Mayor Bregman invited O utside Counsel, Adam Lindgren, of Meyers-Nave, to the podium. Mr. Lindgren noted that City Attorney Luc chesi has no conflict on this issue and is free to participate in any advice on this topic. Mr. Lindgren further noted that two Council Members were unable to attend the Closed Session and will not be participating via telephonic communication.

Kenneth Wheeler, a member of the public, spoke regarding not being able to ascertain if City Manager Carney's comments were referencing an audit from prior to his tenure, if the previous City Manager knew about the issue, and concerns regarding vaccinations and hidden agendas.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, expressed his disappointment in the whole Council not participating in the meeting. He stated that the Chamber Board and members would prefer to have an Acting City Manager appointed from outside of current City staff members while the financial audit and investigation into potential Brown Act violations are conducted. He spoke regarding the retention of Interim Assistant City Manager Bobby Magee, his possible service as Acting City Manager, and his importance to the completion of the forensic audit. He further stated he is unclear if the investigation is into the validity of the allegations Mr. Carney made regarding City finances, into his potential violation of the Brown Act, or into the editing of staff reports against his authority.

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Mark Chandler, former Council Member and Mayor, expressed his support for Mr. Doucette's comments and spoke regarding the public's concern regarding the current situation, his support of having an individual from outside the City serve as Acting City Manager, and the forensic audit being the highest priority.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the administrative leave of Mr. Carney, the Acting City Manager's qualifications being the same as the City Manager, and the importance of the forensic audit.

At 10:15 a.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matter. The Closed Session adjourned at 10:50 a.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 10:50 a.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting and announced the unanimous decision to appoint Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Director Christina Jaromay as Acting City Manager, with the time period being through Wednesday, April 16, or Friday, April 18, at which time Council will agendize and take action on hiring a retired annuitant from outside the City.

Mayor Bregman announced that he has asked that an item be agendized at a future meeting to receive public comment regarding the appointment of a City Treasurer.

Outside Counsel, Adam Lindgren, announced that Mayor Bregman's comments have accurately reflected Council's decision in Closed Session. He further noted that Council Member Nakanishi was able to join the deliberations, was fully briefed on what had occurred prior to his arrival, and participated fully in the decision of the Council.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mayor Bregman confirmed that Council did not discuss the City Treasurer position in Closed Session.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 10:52 a.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
TUESDAY, APRIL 22, 2025 - 6:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 22, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 6:01 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

Also Present: Acting City Manager Jaromay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

B. Announcement of Closed Session (Announcement by City Attorney; Comments by the Public)

a) Public Employee Appointment - Title: Acting City Manager, Interviews and Consideration of Two Appointee Candidates, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957 (CA)

Following the announcement of Closed Session items, City Clerk Nashed provided public comment guidelines.

John Slaughterback, a member of the public, spoke regarding credit card abuse, his perception that some Council Members are already thinking of replacing Mr. Carney before the investigation is finished, and his concerns that the City will be sued for wrongful termination.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:07 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 8:46 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 8:46 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting and reported that Council had unanimously voted to move forward with hiring one of the interviewed applicants for the position of Acting City Manager.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:47 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, APRIL 30, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of April 30, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez at 5:00 p.m.

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

Absent: None

Also Present: Acting City Manager Jaromay, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Hothi and Mayor Bregman participated in the meeting via teleconference.

B. Announcement of Closed Session (Announcement by City Attorney; Comments by the Public)

B.1 Public Employee Appointment - Title: Acting City Manager, Consideration of Appointee Candidates Pursuant to Government Code § 54957.

NOTE: There was no publ ic comment.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 5:01 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 6:37 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 6:37 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez reconvened the City Council meeting.

Outside Counsel, Adam Lindgren, reported that Council received information and provided direction and that there was no other reportable action.

E. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 6:38 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
TUESDAY, MAY 6, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of May 6, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 4:00 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Hothi and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

Also Present: Acting City Manager Swimley, City Attorney Lucchesi, and City Clerk Nashed

NOTE: Council Member Hothi arrived at 4:01 p.m .

B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation on Draft Lodi Short Range Transit Plan Update (PW)

Transportation Manager Julia Tyack provided a brief introduction. Genevieve Evans, with LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc., and Associate Transportation Planner Frank Huang provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the draft Lodi Short-Range Transit Plan Update.

Specific topics of discussion included definition of a Short-Range Transit Plan, City of Lodi demographics, Transit Needs Index map, existing public transit in Lodi, weekday GrapeLine routes, weekday express routes, weekend GrapeLine routes, GrapeLine weekday routes historical ridership, GrapeLine weekday express routes historical ridership, GrapeLine weekend routes historical ridership, marginal operating cost per passenger trip, passengers per hour, community and stakeholder input, fixed route survey findings, survey open ended response, overall themes from outreach effort, plan overview, GrapeLine Transit Service Plan elements, GrapeLine Transit Capital Plan Fiscal Year 25/26 to Fiscal Year 29/30, plan summary, and financial plan.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Ms. Evans, Associate Transportation Planner Huang, and Transportation Manager Tyack provided information regarding routes serving the Boys and Girls Club and the One-Eighty Teen Center and education efforts provided about route availability.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Associate Transportation Planner Huang provided information regarding relocating the bus stop closer to the Boys and Girls Club.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the projected opening of the ACE train in Lodi and the cost/benefit of some of the GrapeLine Transit Service Plan elements.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Associate Transportation Planner Huang and Transportation Manager Tyack provided information regarding RTD Hopper service to Delta College and regional connectivity.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Transportation Manager Tyack, Associate Transportation Planner Huang, and Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding the higher maintenance cost of CNG buses and the potential use of hydrogen cell buses.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding possible future amendments to the Measure K agreement, given the future ACE connection and regional connections with rail, Lodi Transit and RTD.

Council Member Hothi stated he and Mayor Bregman had spent last week in Washington, DC, meeting with officials regarding the hydrogen hub and the funding picture is not encouraging.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Transportation Manager Tyack clarified that Transit is completely grant funded and does not impact the General Fund.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Ms. Evans, Transportation Manager Tyack, and Associate Transportation Planner Huang provided information regarding demographic data taken into consideration when planning future routes and changes.

Council Member Nakanishi stated that he supports the plan and Council Member Craig-Hensley's suggestions.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Transportation Manager Tyack provided information regarding the significant reduction of school bus service in 2008 by Lodi Unified School District, with the City now providing that service. Associate Transportation Planner Huang provided information regarding student use.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Transportation Manager Tyack provided information regarding Transit State and Federal grant funding.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Associate Transportation Planner Huang provided information regarding funding for student rides to school.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding limitations on funding and upcoming zero-emission fleet replacement costs.

Public Works Director Swimley spoke regarding the cost of running the Transit system and the efficient management of Transit funds.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Transportation Manager Tyack, Associate Transportation Planner Huang, and Public Works Director Swimley provided information regarding the Transit Financial Plan, the process by which the City receives funds, and the Transit reserve amount.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Transportation Manager Tyack and Ms. Evans provided information regarding the purchase of zero-emission buses.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Associate Transportation Planner Huang provided information regarding the Short-Range Transit Plan being a requirement by the Regional Transportation Planning Agency, which is the San Joaquin Council of Governments for Lodi.

No Council action was required on this item.

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C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 5:06 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025 - 4:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of May 27, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 4:03 p.m.

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

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

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez arrived at 4: 05 p.m.

B. Announcement of Closed Session (Announcement by City Attorney; Comments by the Public)

B.1 Public Employee Discipline/Dismissal/Release, Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54957.

B.2 Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (On April 12, 2025 an attorney representing City Manager Scott Carney sent the City’s outside Legal Counsel an email making legal arguments concerning certain alleged whistle blowing, and potential retaliation relating to it. The email directed the City to place a “litigation hold” on potentially related documents. This correspondence is a normal step prior to initiation of litigation and is a threat of litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9. The email is available for inspecti on upon request.)

NOTE: There was no public comment.

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 4:05 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 5:27 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 5:27 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting and disclosed that Council received updates on the investigation. Mayor Bregman thanked those working diligently on the investigation and thanked the community for their patience, as Council is focused on the quality of the investigation rather than the time spent to complete it.

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The Special City Council meeting of May 27, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 5:27 p.m.

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

Absent: None

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

NOTE: Mayor Bregman left the dais at 5:54 p.m. and returned at 5:55 p.m.

NOTE: Mayor Bregman left the dais at 6:50 p.m. and returned at 6:51 p.m.

E. Regular Calendar

E.1 Receive Presentation Regarding Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (“FY 2025/26”) General Fund and Measure L Budget, and the General Fund and Measure L Five-Year Forecast (ISD - BUD)

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (“FY 2025/26”) General Fund and Measure L budget, and the General Fund and Measure L five-year forecast. Specific topics of discussion included Fiscal Year 2025/26 budget timeline; General Fund overview; budget balancing measures; fund overview - General Fund revenue; General Fund revenue pie chart; fund overview - General Fund expenditures by department; General Fund expenditures pie chart; General Fund expenditures by category; General Fund expenditures by category pie chart; General Fund expenditures - transfers out; Police overview; Fire overview; Internal Services overview; Public Works (General Fund) overview; City Attorney overview; City Clerk overview; City Manager overview; Economic Development overview; Community Improvement overview; City Council overview; Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) General Fund support; PRCS General Fund support utilization; Library support; Measure L; Information Systems/Computer Replacement Fund; Vehicle Replacement Fund; Unfunded Liability Pension Funding year-over-year; Pension Stabilization Policy; pension stabilization; pension funding status; five-year forecast - assumptions; Memorandums of Understanding term dates; and five-year forecast - assumptions revenue, assumptions expense, revenue, expenses, fund balance, and risks/opportunities.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia provided information regarding recruitment strategies for vacant positions.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information on Police revenue.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Fire Chief Ken Johnson provided information regarding strike team reimbursements and the grant for paramedic training.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the allocation of Measure L funds.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the percentage allocation of Measure L funds to the various accounts.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Fire Chief Johnson provided information regarding the timing inflows from Advanced Life Support from CenCal.
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In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding road maintenance funds.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Public Works Director Swimley provided information regarding personnel costs.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Public Works Director Swimley provided information regarding a mower purchase last budget year.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding funding for outside legal counsel.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi verified that the salary and benefits shown are for the department being fully staffed.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding election costs.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding specific costs for elections.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Budget Manager Baker confirmed that budget items originally in Economic Development have been transferred, rather than removed from the budget.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker clarified that Economic Development is separate from Community Development, which has expenses related to homelessness.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Budget Manager Baker confirmed that Community Development will be included with the other Special Funds presentation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided information regarding funding for the Economic Development Plan.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker clarified that the Economic Development supplies and services is lower, despite the inclusion of the costs for the Economic Development Plan, due to the transfer of other expenses to more appropriate accounts.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Economic Development Director Aguilar confirmed the size of the Economic Development staff.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director John Della Monica confirmed that Community Improvement is fully staffed.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the upkeep of the property at the old Omelet House restaurant.

Council Member Nakanishi noted the yearly salary of Council Members.

Council Member Craig-Hensley thanked staff for separating Council expenses from the City Clerk's budget, increasing transparency for the public. 62

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Clerk Nashed provided information on Conference Expense.

Council Member Nakanishi stated that Council Members do not get City credit cards.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, PRCS Director Christina Jaromay provided information regarding staffing changes and budgeting of the newly-increased Lodi Lake fees.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, PRCS Director Jaromay provided information regarding Capital funding and pickleball courts.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Library Director Pam Sloan provided information regarding restructuring in the Library and the need for a new Librarian position.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the reconciled amount of the Fire engine purchase.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Deputy Fire Chief Tim Ortegel provided information regarding the cost of repairing older vehicles/equipment vs. purchasing new vehicles/equipment, the long wait for vehicles/equipment once ordered, and the arrival of the new Office of Emergency Services engine.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the City's pension funding status.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding the decline of the Pension Stabilization Fund in the five-year forecast.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding CalPERS estimated earnings used in the forecast.

Council Member Craig-Hensley expressed concern over not budgeting for Access Center operation expenses and the exclusion of the peaker plant revenue.

Mayor Bregman noted that there is an upcoming Council meeting to discuss the Access Center.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Mayor Bregman requested an update on the hydrogen hub project from Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer for presentation at tomorrow's Council meeting.

F. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 7:08 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2025 - 6:00 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 2, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 6:00 p.m.

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez,

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

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) 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)

b) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:01 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:12 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:12 p.m., Mayor Bregman 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 July 2, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 7:14 p.m.

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

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

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B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Proclamation Proclaiming the Month of July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Bregman presented a proclamation to Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director Christina Jaromay and PRCS staff proclaiming the month of July 2025 as Parks and Recreation Month in the City of Lodi.

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

C.1 Approve Minutes
a) April 2, 2025 (Regular Meeting)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - April 2, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

The minutes of April 2, 2025, were approved as written.

C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Cen-Cal Fire Systems, Inc. to Extend Term to December 31, 2025 and Add an Option to Extend the Term Up to Six (6) Months (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Cen-Cal Fire Systems Amendment No. 3 Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-110 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Cen-Cal Fire Systems, Inc., to extend the term to December 31, 2025, and add an option to extend the term up to six months.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with NJ Associates, Inc., of Lodi for Construction Administration and Additional Architectural Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $86,430, for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $1,321,430 (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 5
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-111 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 5 to the Professional Services Agreement with NJ Associates, Inc., of Lodi, for construction administration and additional architectural services, in an amount not to exceed $86,430, for a total amount not to exceed $1,321,430.
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C.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acting City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 8 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International, Inc. (MBI) for Community Development Block Grant Administration and Housing Program Support Services to Extend the Term of the Agreement through June 30, 2026 and Roll Any Unexpended Funds to Fiscal Year 2026 (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 8
Attachment 2 - Resolution

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

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Neighborhood Services Manager Jennifer Rhyne provided information regarding funding for the Michael Baker International contract, the allocation of CDBG funds for administration, and the potential of issuing a new Request for Proposals for the services provided by Michael Baker International.

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-112 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute Amendment No. 8 to the Professional Services Agreement with Michael Baker International, Inc. (MBI) for Community Development Block Grant administration and Housing Program support services to extend the term of the agreement through June 30, 2026 and roll any unexpended funds to Fiscal Year 2026.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Martin Elevators, a California Corporation, DBA Nationwide Lifts of Nor Cal, to Extend Term to December 31, 2025 and Add an Option to Extend the Term Up to Six (6) Months (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 3
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-113 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Martin Elevators, a California Corporation, dba Nationwide Lifts of Nor Cal, to extend the term to December 31, 2025, and add an option to extend the term up to six months.

C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Appropriations for Aeration Diffusers System Replacements at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility ($250,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-114 authorizing appropriations for aeration diffusers system replacements at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility, in the amount of $250,000.

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Public Works Director to Sign the Agreement with PG&E to Provide Natural Gas Service to the New Animal Shelter (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - PG&E Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-115 authorizing the Public Works Director to sign the agreement with PG&E to provide natural gas service to the new Animal Shelter.

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C.8 Adopt a Resolution Awarding Contract for the Well 6R and Well 14 GAC System Improvements, to Conco-West, Inc. DBA Conco West, Inc., of Manteca, California, ($3,361,200), Authorizing City Manager, or their Designee, to Execute Change Orders ($300,000) And Appropriating Funds ($3,661,200) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A Well 6R Site Map
Attachment 2 - Exhibit B Well 14 Site Map
Attachment 3 - Exhibit C Well 6R/14 Project Locations
Attachment 4 - CIP Well 6R & 14 GAC System Improvements Attachment 5 - Contract
Attachment 6 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-116 awarding the contract for the Well 6R and Well 14 GAC System Improvements, to Conco-West, Inc., dba Conco West, Inc., of Manteca, in the amount of $3,361,200, authorizing the City Manager or their designee to execute change orders in an amount not to exceed $300,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $3,661,200.

C.9 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for 2025 Pavement Resurfacing Project, and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager or Designee to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder and Execute Change Orders ($1,700,000 Combined) and Appropriate Funds ($1,700,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A Resurfacing Locations Attachment 2 - Resolution

Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the 2025 Pavement Resurfacing Project, and adopted Resolution No. 2025-117 authorizing the City Manager or designee to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder and execute change orders in a combined amount not to exceed $1,700,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $1,700,000.

C.10 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Remediation Project at 212 W. Pine St, Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Award the Contract to the Lowest Responsive Bidder ($1,000,000) and Execute Change Orders ($100,000), and Appropriate Funds ($1,000,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - CIP Central Plume Remediation Attachment 2 - Resolution

Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Remediation Project at 212 West Pine Street and adopted Resolution No. 2025-118 authorizing the City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder in an amount not to exceed $1,000,000 and execute change orders in an amount not to exceed $100,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $1,000,000.

C.11 Accept Improvements Under Contract for Water Meter Program Phase 9 (Multi-Family) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Exhibit A Phase 9 New Meter Locations Map

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

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided information regarding revenue received from fixed rate billing vs. revenue now received from multi-family properties that are metered. He provided further information regarding multi -family properties being metered through a master meter with the property owner responsible for dispersing the charge to the tenants.
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This item was included in the vote on the Consent Calendar.

Accepted the improvements under the contract for the Water Meter Program Phase 9 (Multi-Family).

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

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

Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Bregman, and City Clerk Nashed spoke regarding the confusion on the part of the Delta Protection Agency as to the City's representative.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her attendance at the Mineta Transportation Institute on behalf of the San Joaquin Region Rail Commission, the Y2K time capsule unveiling, and the San Joaquin Council of Governments meeting; and thanked Police Chief Garcia and his team for their efforts at Legion Park and the parking situation on Turner Road and Laurel Avenue.

Council Member Hothi thanked the Police Department for addressing the encampment issue near Highway 99 and Cherokee Lane.

Mayor Bregman spoke reported on his attendance at the Y2K time capsule unveiling and spoke regarding the 4
th of July.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Bregman announced that due to an explosion at the plant that produces the City's fireworks, there will not be a 4th of July fireworks show this year.

F. Public Hearings - None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Provide Direction to Staff on Business Pre-Development Review Process (ED)

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a presentation regarding the Business Pre-Development Review Process. Specific topics of discussion included background, free service provided for commercial projects, attendance by all departments with the goal of identifying possible challenges to the project, use of a coordinator to serve as liaison between the departments and the potential applicant, the pre-development review vs. a formal development review, and staff's request for Council direction.

At Mayor Bregman's request, Community Development Director John Della Monica provided additional information regarding the proposed review process, including the working relationship with Economic Development, referral of potential commercial developers to Economic Development, and the Community Development Department's commitment to making the process more succinct and flexible.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Community Development Director provided information regarding fees for the formal review process and the benefits of the early access to information.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the $3,000 fee for the formal review and Tech Tuesdays.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the process for helping potential developers seeking information and various services provided through Economic Development.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the average number of requests received each month for pre-development meetings, ideas for increasing the number of requests, and the potential for promoting the availability of pre-development meetings on building permit applications.

Interim City Manager Lindsay confirmed that information could be added to the permit application form without formal Council action.

In response to Mayor Bregman and Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director Della Monica spoke regarding the expediency of the permit process.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of referring initial inquiries to Economic Development, the recommendation of convening a group of contractors and developers to look at the experience of working with the City, and the willingness of the Chamber of Commerce to assist the City.

No Council action was required on this item.

G.2 Provide Direction to Staff on Local Business Preference for Purchasing (ED)

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a presentation regarding Local Business Preference for purchasing. Specific topics for discussion included background, preference given to local businesses, benefits to the City, and staff's request for Council direction.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the purchasing policy's inclusion of local hires and apprenticeship programs in construction bids and the need to include this provision in bids for all City services.

Council Member Nakanishi voiced his support for local business preference.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for local preference for items under $60,000, which fall under the City Manager's discretion.

Council Member Hothi stated he looked forward to hearing a more in-depth presentation.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the policy governing purchases.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, thanked staff for working on this item and spoke regarding the frustration of local merchants who feel excluded from the bid process, the benefits to the City of supporting local business, and the lack of a City procurement officer.

No Council action was required on this item.
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G.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Addendum to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, for a Salary Increase to $188,760 Retroactive to February 5, 2025 (CM)

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

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director. Specific topics of discussion included background, merit increase, one-year performance recognition, market salary adjustment, and effective date.

Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-119 authorizing the City Manager to execute an addendum to the Employment Agreement with Luis Aguilar, Economic Development Director, for a salary increase to $188,760 retroactive to February 5, 2025.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Establishing the Policy for the City Council Non-Profit Fund (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to Resolution (Proposed Policy)

City Clerk Nashed provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the establishment of the policy for the City Council Non-Profit Fund. Specific topics of discussion included background, purpose of fund, policy for funding requests, key elements of the recommended policy, criteria for approval of non-profit allocations, proposal letter, Levine Act and campaign disclosure, and recommended action.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding request letters, coordination of allocations, allocations not limited by district, and the ability to split the allocation between organizations.

City Attorney Lucchesi clarified that each Council Member will nominate a non-profit to receive an allocation and then the entire Council will vote on the allocation.

In response to Council Member Hothi, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding agendizing the allocations.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed provided information regarding the start of the program.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Hothi clarified voting rules for the allocations.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the criteria for approval of non-profit allocations should be changed to read, "The recommended projects or activities can have a nexus to City operated or funded programs."

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the avoidance of one non-profit receiving an allocation from multiple Council Members, her preference to see information on the application regarding other grants a non-profit has received, the positive feedback she has received from non-profits that had reviewed the sample application, and the need for progress reports from the non-profits.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Council Member Craig-Hensley provided clarification on non-profits eligible to receive the allocations.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the list of non-profits from the fireworks program should be used to promote the non-profit allocation program.

City Clerk Nashed spoke regarding the need to widely promote the program and the need for feedback as non-profits go through the process.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding prevailing wage rules and allocations to non-profits renting City property.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-120 establishing the policy for the City Council Non-Profit Fund.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

H. Ordinances - None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:45 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JULY 16, 2025 - 6:00 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 16, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 6:00 p.m.

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

Absent: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

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

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez arrived at 6:02 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (On April 12, 2025 an attorney representing City Manager Scott Carney sent the City’s outside Legal Counsel an email making legal arguments concerning certain alleged whistle blowing, and potential retaliation relating to it. The email directed the City to place a “litigation hold” on potentially related documents. This correspondence is a normal step prior to initiation of litigation and is a threat of litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9. The email is available for inspection upon request.)

b) Conference with Legal Counsel - Anticipated Litigation, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:01 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:07 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:07 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting, and outside counsel from Meyers Nave reported that Council received an important update from outside legal counsel about financial assessor Kevin Harper's findings. Mr. Harper identified no evidence of fraud related to the Utility Deposit and Holding Account. However, he found that the account needs to be analyzed and reconciled to identify all amounts to customer accounts. The internal controls should be remedied to assure future accounting is accurate. With respect to employee use of procurement cards, Mr. Harper determined that there are poor internal controls over procurement cards, which the City should remedy. Although none of the transactions reviewed are clearly fraudulent, there are many questionable transactions that would require further investigation to determine whether they comply with City policy. Mr. Harper also recommended further research into Amazon account transactions.

There was no further reportable action.
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A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of July 16, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 7:10 p.m.

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

Absent: None

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

B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of Proclamation to Lodi Electric Utility for Exemplary Inventory Audit Results (CLK)

Mayor Bregman presented a proclamation to Electric Utility Director Jeff Berkheimer, Utility Warehouse Supervisor Michael Koinzan, and Electric Materials Technicians Natalie Brunell and Rene Garcia in recognition of Lodi Electric Utility's exemplary inventory audit results.

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

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

Absent: None

C.1 Authorize the Human Resources Staff to Release Request for Proposals (RFP) for Professional Recruitment Services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 (ISD - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Request for Proposals

This item was pulled at the request of Council Member Craig-Hensley and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the positions that would be recruited through professional recruitment services, the RFP process and timeline, and the potential for Council participation on the interview committee.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez stated that he felt the due date should be extended to August 8 in order to allow the opportunity for more firms to submit RFPs.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager confirmed that the response window with the extended deadline would be three weeks.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay confirmed that he would be able to find an outside member for the interview committee and suggested Council consider selecting the two Council Members who will serve.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Bregman stated he would serve on the committee if there are not others willing to serve.

Council Member Nakanishi nominated Council Member Craig-Hensley and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez.

Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to authorize the Human Resources staff to release a Request for Proposals (RFP) for professional recruitment services for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, with an extended deadline for submission of RFPs of August 8, 2025, and to appoint Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez and Council Member Craig-Hensley to serve on the interview committee.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

C.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving Amendments to the Job Classification of Electric Utility Resources Analyst and Approving the Job Classification, Job Description, and Salary Range for the new Senior Electric Utility Resources Analyst to Provide for Flexible Staffing and Approving the Reclassification of one Electric Utility Resources Analyst to Senior Electric Utility Resources Analyst, effective July 7, 2025 (ISD - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution
Attachment 2 - Exhibit A to Resolution: Electric Utility Resources Analyst Attachment 3 - Exhibit B to Resolution: Sr. Electric Utility Resources Analyst

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-122 approving amendments to the Job Classification of Electric Utility Resources Analyst and approving the Job Classification, Job Description, and Salary Range for the new Senior Electric Utility Resources Analyst to provide for flexible staffing and approving the reclassification of one Electric Utility Resources Analyst to Senior Electric Utility Resources Analyst, effective July 7, 2025.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acting City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with ePlus Technology, Inc., of Herndon, VA for the Purchase of the Armis Essentials Asset Vulnerability Management Cybersecurity Platform ($75,748) (ISD - IT)

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

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-123 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with ePlus Technology, Inc., of Herndon, Virginia, for the purchase of the Armis Essentials Asset Vulnerability Management Cybersecurity Platform, in the amount of $75,748.

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C.4 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Acting City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Land Management Permit Software and Software Maintenance Services with Superion, LLC, Expanding the Scope of Services to Include Public Administration GIS and Project Management Services and Extending the Agreement through July 27, 2028 in an Amount Not to Exceed $195,220, for a Total Amount Not to Exceed $835,220 Over the Term of the Agreement (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Superion Amendment No. 3
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-124 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Agreement for Land Management Permit Software and Software Maintenance Services with Superion, LLC, expanding the scope of services to include Public Administration GIS and project management services and extending the agreement through July 27, 2028, in an amount not to exceed $195,220, for a total amount not to exceed $835,220 over the term of the agreement.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Approving Re-appropriation of Brian M. Stocker Fund Grant (“Stocker Grant”) Funds and Reclassify the Funds to a Special Fund (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-125 approving the re-appropriation of Brian M. Stocker Fund Grant (“Stocker Grant”) funds and reclassify the funds to a Special Fund.

C.6 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for Wastewater Main Rehabilitation Program (Project No. 11) and Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder and Execute Change Orders ($1,600,000 Combined), and Appropriate Funds ($1,600,000) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Project Map (Exhibit A)
Attachment 2 - CIP
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Approved the plans and specifications and authorized the advertisement for bids for the Wastewater Main Rehabilitation Program (Project No. 11) and adopted Resolution No. 2025-126 authorizing the Acting City Manager to award the contract to the lowest responsive bidder and execute change orders, in a combined amount not to exceed $1,600,000, and appropriating funds in the amount of $1,600,000.

C.7 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to Chemical Supply Professional Services Agreement with Pacific Star Chemical, LLC, of Sherwood, Oregon (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No 3
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2025-127 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Chemical Supply Professional Services Agreement with Pacific Star Chemical, LLC, of Sherwood, Oregon.

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C.8 Accept Protocol Account Report through June 2025 (CLK) Attachments: Attachment 1 - Report through June 2025

Accepted the Protocol Account Report through June 2025.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Diane Nantt, a member of the public, spoke regarding a recent newspaper article she read about the City Manager being on paid leave, the Assistant City Manager having been terminated last November, and the Acting Finance Director leaving next week. She expressed concern over the leadership of the Finance Department and stated that Council may need to get involved, including future legal action against the Acting Finance Director.

Donna Phillips, a resident of the Lodi Lake area, spoke regarding problems near Lodi Lake, including the parking shortage and the dangerous speeding. She suggested installation of traffic cameras which automatically ticket speeders.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Ms. Phillips stated that a neighbor is still working on residents-only parking on Laurel Avenue.

Charlie Mehlhaff, a member of the public, spoke regarding the upkeep of Lodi Lake.

Alex Aliferis, a member of the public, spoke regarding the homeless encampment at the PG&E substation location at 223 North Cherokee Lane.

In response to Mr. Aliferis, Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the importance of reporting issues to the Police Department.

Mayor Bregman concurred with Council Member Craig-Hensley’s statement.

Johnny Perez, a resident of West Turner Road, spoke regarding the visibility issues due to parked cars adjacent to the Lodi Creek Post-Acute Center and the number of traffic accidents in the area.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that after receiving Mr. Perez's email, she notified Interim City Manager Lindsay and Public Works Director Charlie Swimley, and drove by the location.

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

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez requested that Interim City Manager Lindsay agendize an item to provide information regarding the traffic cameras suggested by Ms. Phillips.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez stated that the agenda item should address traffic cameras throughout the City, not a particular district.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the Police Department should be involved in the presentation of the item.

Council Member Craig-Hensley requested follow-up regarding the previous suggestion of Partners training for service at the Lodi Lake kiosk. She also requested review of the Turner Road traffic issue discussed by Mr. Perez and spoke regarding the Public Works Department's plan to do a traffic calming/safety study. Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her participation in an ad hoc Chief Executive Officer search committee for the San Joaquin Region Rail Commission, a recent tour of sites for affordable housing, and her meeting with members of the Lodi Senior Citizens Commission regarding lecture events at the LOEL Senior Center.
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Mayor Bregman spoke regarding the Farmers Market held Downtown on Thursdays, his attendance at a fundraiser for Your Kidney, My Kidney, Our Kidney (YMO), and the success of the 4th of July pancake breakfast.

F. Public Hearings

F.1 Consider Certification of the Final Subsequent General Plan Environmental Impact Report and Adopt California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, to Consider a Resolution Amending the General Plan Text and Land Use Map, and Consider Introducing an Ordinance Amending Associated Zoning Map Designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-04 Z-GPA-EIR; CEQA Determination: A Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”) has been prepared pursuant to Sections 15162, 15166, and 15175 through 15178 of the CEQA Guidelines (SCH #2023010102)) (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Planning Commission Resolution 25-07 Attachment 2 - GPLU Map Amendments and Rezones
Attachment 3 - General Plan SOC and MMRP Combined Doc
Attachment 4 - Revised General Plan Figures
Attachment 5 - Draft Ordinance
Attachment 6 - Resolution
Attachment 7 - Exhibit A to Draft 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 Bregman called for the public hearing to consider the certification of the Final Subsequent General Plan Environmental Impact Report and adopt California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) findings and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, to consider a resolution amending the General Plan Text and Land Use Map, and consider introducing an ordinance amending associated Zoning Map designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-04 Z-GPA-EIR).

Community Development Director John Della Monica provided a brief introduction.

Deputy Community Development Director/City Planner Cynthia Marsh provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the certification of the Final Subsequent General Plan Environmental Impact Report. Specific topics of discussion included project overview, General Plan Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (EIR), Subsequent EIR evaluations, 2025 Focused General Plan Update, amendments to the General Plan Land Use and Zoning Maps, list of amendments to General Plan Land Use Map, map amendments to north half of Lodi, map amendments to south half of Lodi, Housing Element and rezoning, Downtown Mixed-Use and Strategic Goals, public engagement summary - Housing Element, public engagement summary - Downtown Specific Plan, public engagement - Subsequent EIR, environmental review (CEQA), EIR mitigation measure categories, findings required per Lodi Municipal Code 17.72.070, Council Strategic Vision, and staff recommendation.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Deputy Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the background of the zoning changes and confirmed that this will make annexation easier for properties near City limits.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Deputy Community Development Director Marsh, Community Development Director Della Monica, and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the CEQA process.

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In response to Council Member Hothi, Community Development Director Della Monica provided an update on a Lower Sacramento Road property on the rezoning list that had been going through the development process for high-density housing, noting that public outreach had not been conducted by the developer.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the process to amend the Housing Element should Council not approve this item.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Deputy Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the historical resource survey.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the importance of historical preservation, particularly in the Downtown and Main Street areas.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding the status of the Lower Sacramento Road property.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that she would like to hear from the public before making a decision on the Lower Sacramento Road property.

Mayor Bregman opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:23 p.m.

Scott Hamilton, a member of the public, commended staff on the work they had done and spoke regarding the importance of historical preservation and the need for a streamlined process.

Mike Carouba, a member of the public, spoke regarding rezoning generally taking place with a General Plan update, rather than a Housing Element update, and the difference in the public outreach effort between the two. Mr. Carouba spoke in opposition to rezoning the Lower Sacramento Road property, noting that recent State changes to the rules governing the development of high-density housing will make it difficult to maintain control of the development of this property. He further stated that the promised public outreach was not conducted regarding the height or density of the development.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mr. Carouba stated that the majority of the people in the area are unhappy with the high-density development and the 60-foot height, noting that when residents bought their property, they were aware a 40-foot building could be built on that property, not a 60-foot building.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke regarding the traffic and noise associated with a high-density property in that area and the need for the public to be heard on this item.

Council Member Nakanishi spoke in opposition to the item if it includes the Lower Sacramento Road property.

There being no further public comments, Mayor Bregman closed the public hearing at 8:33 p.m.

Council Member Yepez commended the work done on this, spoke regarding the need to build housing, and stated that if the property was located on the East Side, it would pass easily. He spoke in favor of approving the item.

Council Member Hothi stated that his point of contention with the situation is that the developer made the commitment for public outreach, which was not fulfilled.

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Mayor Bregman concurred with Council Member Hothi's comment. He stated that it is not an issue about location, it is an issue about the public, noting the letters and public comments received by Council.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that community engagement for the remainder of the work was thorough, but the Lower Sacramento Road property is an exception due to the commitment of the developer. She spoke regarding the feasibility of relocating the additional 14 units to a different area, the lack of good faith effort provided by the developer, and the public comments received by Council.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of approving the item, with the amendment that one parcel be kept at medium-density because the property owner does have the ability to ask for high-density.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Mayor Bregman confirmed that Council Member Craig-Hensley's suggestion aligns with the request of Mr. Carouba and the letters from the public.

Deputy Community Development Director Marsh clarified that the motion would be to direct staff to take the steps to amend the adopted Housing Element to remove the site and identify equal or higher capacity replacement site(s).

City Attorney Lucchesi further clarified that there is a pending application by the developer to rezone so specific findings need to be made should Council decide to deny the rezone.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the developer started the rezone process and he needs to conclude the process in good faith with the community and the neighbors.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to certify the Final Subsequent General Plan Environmental Impact Report and adopt California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Findings and the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program, adopt Resolution No. 2025-128 amending the General Plan Text and Land Use Map, and waive the first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2031 amending associated Zoning Map designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-04 Z-GPA-EIR), with the amendment that one parcel on Lower Sacramento Road be kept at medium-density and to direct staff to take the steps to amend the adopted Housing Element to remove the site and identify equal or higher capacity replacement site(s) and appeal to the State Department of Housing and Community Development through this process to obtain their acknowledgement and receipt of their approval to do so.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

Prior to the vote, Council Member Yepez requested that the cost of this process be provided in a subsequent Council meeting, as it seems inefficient to go through the process for one property. Community Development Director Della Monica stated that information would be provided to Council.

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F.2 Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (SCH 2025040384) for the Maverik Fueling Station Project, to Consider Waiving the First Reading and Introducing an Ordinance Amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for Approximately 8.81 Acres at APN 061-020-15, and detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District (Applicant: Maverik Inc.; File Number: PL2023-40; CEQA Determination: A Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared pursuant to Section 15070 to 15075 of the CEQA Guidelines) (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Planning Commission Resolution Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachment 3 - GPLU Map
Attachment 4 - Maverik Pre-Zoning Map
Attachment 5 - Pre-Zoning Exhibit
Attachment 6 - Draft Ordinance
Attachment 7 - Aerial Map
Attachment 8 - Annexation Exhibit
Attachment 9 - Development Phases
Attachment 10 - Municipal Services Review

Notice thereof having been published according to law, an affidavit of which publication is on file in the office of the City Clerk, Mayor Bregman called for the public hearing to consider adopting a resolution certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (SCH 2025040384) for the Maverik Fueling Station Project, to consider waiving the first reading and introducing an ordinance amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for approximately 8.81 acres at APN 061-020-15, and detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District (Applicant: Maverik Inc.; File Number: PL2023-40).

Community Development Director John Della Monica provided a brief introduction. Deputy Community Development Director/City Planner Cynthia Marsh provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (SCH 2025040384) for the Maverik Fueling Station Project, to consider waiving the first reading and introducing an ordinance amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for approximately 8.81 acres at APN 061-020-15, and detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District (Applicant: Maverik, Inc.).

Specific topics of discussion included project overview, aerial and street views, General Plan and pre-zoning designations, preliminary site plan, road improvements, growth strategy, provision of services after annexation, environmental review summary, environmental review - CalTrans comments, Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) criteria compliance, public outreach, and staff recommendation.

Mayor Bregman opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:51 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Bregman closed the public hearing at 8:51 p.m.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, consultant Anton Kireev, of Kimley Horn, provided information regarding truck traffic entering and exiting Kettleman Lane.

Council Member Craig-Hensley expressed concern over the additional traffic on Kettleman Lane at Highway 99.

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Community Development Director Della Monica provided information regarding conversations with CalTrans District 10 about both Kettleman Lane and Harney Lane, noting that there is no timeline for interchange improvements at either of those locations, although the addition of projects in the area could make the locations a priority.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the City must provide a robust outreach to CalTrans, San Joaquin Council of Governments, and LAFCO to make the interchange improvements a priority.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-129 certifying a Mitigated Negative Declaration and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (SCH 2025040384) for the Maverik Fueling Station Project, to waive the first reading and introduce Ordinance No. 2032 amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for approximately 8.81 acres at APN 061-020-15, and detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District (Applicant: Maverik Inc.; File Number: PL2023-40).

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

F.3 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 - Current and Proposed Wastewater Rates Attachment 2 - Resolution
Attachment 3 - Exhibit A to 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 Bregman called for the public hearing to consider adopting a resolution setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

Public Works Director Charlie Swimley provided a brief introduction. Public Works Management Analyst Rebecca Areida provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers. Specific topics of discussion included background, recommendation, 5-year summary of past rate increases, wastewater comparative rates, rate comparisons with local jurisdictions, planned Capital projects, and recommended action.

Mayor Bregman opened the public hearing for public comment at 9:04 p.m.

There being no public comments, Mayor Bregman closed the public hearing at 9:04 p.m.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-130 setting pre-approved Engineering News Record adjustment index for wastewater rates for residential, commercial, and industrial customers.

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Receive and File City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023/24 by Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP (LSL, LLP)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Annual Comprehensive Financial Report

Brandon Young and Christian Townes, of Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLH, provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (ACFR) for Fiscal Year 2023/24 by Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP (LSL, LLP). Specific topics of discussion included scope of engagement, results of audit, and financial highlights.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding internal controls for credit cards.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Mr. Young provided information regarding recommendations for corrective actions for the noted material weaknesses and clarified that the findings are for FY 2023/24.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the prioritization of corrective actions for the noted material weaknesses.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that LSL performed the ACFR for 2022/23.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Ms. Townes provided information regarding noted material weaknesses in the ACFR for 2022/23, adding that p-cards had not come up at a significant level.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the number of p-cards issued to City employees and the average number other cities issue.

Mayor Bregman noted that the important take-away from the report was that there was no fraud, rule-breaking, or wasteful spending of taxpayer dollars and that direction had been received for improvement.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, to receive and file the City’s Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for Fiscal Year 2023/24 by Lance, Soll & Lunghard, LLP (LSL, LLP) and direct staff to move forward with conducting an accounting review related to the utility deposit account, p-card usage, CalPERS reporting, and Amazon business account usage.

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VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

G.2 Adopt a Resolution Removing the Current Interim Assistant City Manager as City Treasurer and Appointing the Accounting Manager Chia Lor as City Treasurer Effective July 21, 2025 (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding the removal of the current Interim Assistant City Manager as City Treasurer and appointing Accounting Manager Chia Lor as City Treasurer, effective July 21, 2025. Specific topics of discussion included recent staffing changes, recommendation of Accounting Manager Chia Lor to serve as City Treasurer for this interim time period, review of the Internal Services function and oversight, and consideration of the permanent replacement as the next City Treasurer.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim City Manager Lindsay clarified the role of the City Treasurer, stated the requirements for a City Treasurer are in alignment with the job duties of the Accounting Manager, and provided information regarding check signing authority.

In response to Council Member Yepez, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding State law and Lodi Municipal Code (LMC) regulations governing the appointment of a City Treasurer.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that, given Interim City Manager Lindsay's past experience, she would offer him as an alternative for the position.

In response to Council Member Yepez, Accounting Manager Lor provided information regarding her education and experience.

Council Member Yepez spoke in favor of appointing Accounting Manager Lor.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding his concern over the limited number of hours available for Interim City Manager Lindsay, as a retired CalPERS annuitant.

Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that the appointment of an Interim City Manager as City Treasurer is not currently permitted within the LMC, further noting that the number of hours would not be substantial.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that there would be a benefit to appointing Accounting Manager Lor to allow for training before the depletion of his CalPERS hours, noting that many of the duties of City Treasurer are already current job duties of the Accounting Manager.

Mayor Bregman spoke in favor of appointing Accounting Manager Lor.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her concerns of Accounting Manager Lor being able to get up to speed on her new job while taking on the responsibilities of City Treasurer.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding the LMC defining the City Manager and the City Treasurer as separate positions, the need for an ordinance amendment for the appointment of Interim City Manager Lindsay as City Treasurer, and an urgency ordinance being an option.

Council Member Yepez spoke in favor of keeping the positions separate.

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker spoke regarding the Treasury functions being handled by the Budget Division of Finance, with a Treasurer overseeing and approving the day-to-day functions; the dual division between Budget and Accounting that would allow oversight over Treasurer functions; Interim City Manager Lindsay and Budget Manager Baker being the only two signers on the City's bank accounts; and the oversight of Interim City Manager Lindsay and Budget Manager Baker with Accounting Manager Lor as the City Treasurer.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Accounting Manager Lor stated that she was a little nervous to step into the position, given the high-profile nature of the position at this time.

Council Member Hothi spoke in favor of appointing Interim City Manager Lindsay.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-131 removing the current Interim Assistant City Manager as City Treasurer and appointing Interim City Manager Lindsay as Interim City Treasurer and to direct staff to introduce an emergency ordinance to allow such an appointment until a permanent City Treasurer is appointed.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

Council Member Hothi and Mayor Bregman thanked Accounting Manager Lor for her willingness to serve.

H. Ordinances - None

I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:45 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2025 - 5:00 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of August 6, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 5:05 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi and Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez

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

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez arrived at 5:20 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) (On April 12, 2025 an attorney representing City Manager Scott Carney sent the City’s outside Legal Counsel an email making legal arguments concerning certain alleged whistle blowing, and potential retaliation relating to it. The email directed the City to place a “litigation hold” on potentially related documents. This correspondence is a normal step prior to initiation of litigation and is a threat of litigation under Government Code Section 54956.9. The email is available for inspection upon request.)

b) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION, Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2)

c) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1). Name of case: Christopher Bennitt v. City of Lodi, et. al, San Joaquin County Superior Court Case No. STK-CV-UCP-2025-1701 (CA)

d) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Consider Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): One Potential Case (CA)

e) 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)

f) 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, Acting City Manager, for the City of Lodi and Cody Diede, Diede Construction, Inc., per Government Code 54956.8.

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C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 5:09 p.m., Mayor Bregman adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:10 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:10 p.m., Mayor Bregman reconvened the City Council meeting.

City Attorney Lucchesi disclosed that, in regard to Item C-2d), there was a motion by Council Member Craig-Hensley, second by Mayor Bregman, with unanimous approval to negotiate litigation.

Assistant City Attorney Janelle Krattiger stated that Council met in Closed Session with outside counsel and disclosed that in regard to Items C-2a) and C-2b), Council provided direction to outside counsel and that there was no other reportable action.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of August 6, 2025, was called to order by Mayor Bregman at 7:10 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

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

B. Presentations

B.1 Present “Firefighter of the Year 2024” Plaque to Fire Engineer Tony Moore (FD)

Mayor Bregman and Fire Chief Ken Johnson presented the “Firefighter of the Year 2024” plaque to Fire Engineer Tony Moore.

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

Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, 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 Craig-Hensley, Council Member Hothi, Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, and Mayor Bregman
Noes: None

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

C.1 Approve Minutes
a) April 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - April 16, 2025 Regular Meeting Minutes

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the April 16 minutes had reminded her that she had requested the formation of a financial oversight ad hoc committee and noted that the scope of work for Item G.3 includes the formation of an investment committee, which could be formed to include financial oversight as well.

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

The minutes of April 16, 2025 (Regular Meeting) were approved as written.

C.2 Approve Plans and Specifications and Authorize Advertisement for Bids for the Lodi Police Department Training Facility (Phase 1) and Approve and Authorize the Acting City Manager to Execute a Letter of Intent with San Joaquin Delta College to Partner on the Training Facility (PW & PD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Site Map
Attachment 2 - Draft Letter of Intent Public Safety Facility

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

In response to Council Member Hothi, Police Captain Kevin Kent provided an update on negotiations with San Joaquin Delta College regarding partnership on the training facility.

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

Approved the plans and specifications and authorized advertisement for bids for the Lodi Police Department Training Facility (Phase 1) and approved and authorized the Acting City Manager to execute a Letter of Intent with San Joaquin Delta College to partner on the training facility.

C.3 Appoint Council Member Hothi as Voting Delegate and Council Member Craig-Hensley as Alternate Voting Delegate to Represent the City of Lodi at the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - 2025 Cal Cities Voting Delegate Information Packet

Appointed Council Member Hothi as the Voting Delegate and Council Member Craig-Hensley as the Alternate Voting Delegate to represent the City of Lodi at the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo.

C.4 Receive and File Report Regarding Legislation Position Letters (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - AB 650
Attachment 2 - AB 650 Letter of Support
Attachment 3 - Delta Cities and Organizations Opposition Letter

Received and filed the report regarding legislation position letters.

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C.5 Appoint John Beckman to the Measure L Citizens’ Oversight Committee (CLK)

Directed the City Clerk to make the following appointment.

APPOINTMENT:

Measure L Citizens' Oversight Committee
John Beckman - Term to expire June 30, 2028

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Maria Rufino, a member of the public, spoke regarding the need to clean the City, Hale Park being unsafe for families due to the people drinking there, the unresponsiveness of the Police Department and City Hall to complaints, and the increase of drugs and homelessness in the City.

John Slaughterback, a member of the public, spoke regarding the recent fraud investigation findings being false and the need for Council to address credit card abuse.

Mayor Bregman thanked Mr. Slaughterback for his recent email and spoke regarding an upcoming Council agenda item that will limit the number of credit cards issued by the City and the revised procedure for review of credit card charges.

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

In response Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia and City Attorney Lucchesi provided information regarding illegal activity in the City parks and prosecution of Municipal Code violations.

Council Member Hothi spoke regarding participation in National Night Out, the Public Works Department's recent requested improvements, and the new stop sign on Scarborough Drive.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her participation in National Night Out, the Boards and Commissions Report to Council, the upcoming unveiling of the Candy Cane Park monument for Myrna Wetzel, and Crescent Avenue residents' concerns over sidewalk repairs and speeding. She spoke further regarding her representation of Lodi on the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission, including the search for a new CEO, The Rail Academy of Central California (TRACC) graduation, Lodi Unified School District's participation in the TRACC program, and Channel Street beautification project. She also addressed a recent newspaper article regarding the San Joaquin Regional Transit District (RTD) and spoke regarding the collaboration between RTD, San Joaquin Council of Governments, and the local jurisdictions.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia provided information regarding traffic enforcement on Crescent Avenue, including the use of the radar trailer.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez spoke regarding his attendance at National Night Out.

Mayor Bregman and Chief Garcia thanked the groups who organized National Night Out.

Mayor Bregman spoke regarding his temporary appointment to the Delta Water Conservation Board and his attendance at its recent meeting.

F. Public Hearings - None

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G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Provide an Update on the Public Safety Response and Enforcement Regarding Fireworks on and around the 4th of July (PD/FD)

Fire Chief Ken Johnson provided a presentation on Public Safety response and enforcement regarding illegal fireworks on and around the 4th of July. Specific topics of discussion included background; collaboration between the Fire Department and Police Department; collaboration with the San Joaquin County Sheriff's Office, the County's bomb squad, the County's Arson Task Force, the District Attorney's Office, and the San Joaquin County Fire Chiefs Association; goal of reduction of the volume of illegal fireworks activity; three-pronged approach - information campaign, information sharing and pre-enforcement activity events, and enforcement operations; outreach efforts; monitoring efforts of Police and Fire personnel; acknowledgement of community members deeply affected by the noise and disruptions caused by fireworks; measurable reductions in illegal fireworks activities; need for continued efforts to address the issue; and fires potentially caused by fireworks. Police Chief Ricardo Garcia provided a presentation regarding the enforcement actions on illegal fireworks on and around the 4 th of
July. Specific topics of discussion included dates of enforcement acti vity; joint statements with the Fire Department issued via social media regarding fireworks enforcement; online reporting system; extra officers on special details to address fireworks-related calls; summary of reports regarding fireworks on online system, calls for service, Police reports taken by Special Enforcement, citations issued, and fireworks reports; drone availability; use of Raven gunshot detection system; and plans to contact other agencies regarding drone usage and strategies.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding partnership with American Legion, veteran groups, and the LOEL Senior Center to distribute information to their members about available resources.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Chief Garcia provided information regarding fines associated with fireworks citations.

No Council action was required on this item.

G.2 Council Discussion Regarding the Utilization of Proceeds from Waste Management’s Annual Administrative Fee and One-Time Surplus Funds Associated with Fiscal Year 2024/25 (CM)

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding the utilization of proceeds from Waste Management’s annual administrative fee and one-time surplus funds associated with Fiscal Year 2024/25. Specific topics of discussion included background, $500,000 in Waste Management administrative fee, $1.1 million in budget surplus, recommendation of deferral of surplus budget funds with allocations to be considered at mid-year, and potential return on August 20 with Council priorities for official allocation,

Council Member Hothi stated his two top priorities are the cricket sports facility and Downtown alley cleanup.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services (PRCS) Director Christina Jaromay provided information regarding the lack of funding for the cricket sports facility, the allocation of the skate park funds, and costs and location associated with the cricket field lighting.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that Council had not given specific direction regarding the skate park funds, noting that the cricket field funds had been used to pay for Salas Park lighting, so she would support Council Member's Hothi's suggestion regarding the cricket fields.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that by prioritizing the cricket lighting for mid-year allocation, PRCS would have the opportunity to get another bid.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that in regard to the Waste Management funding, with the Downtown Specific Plan's anticipated completion and implementation, she would support funding for alley lighting or other alley improvements. She stated another use of Waste Management funding, when considering the trucks on City streets, would be for a pavement condition assessment, and she would support $200,000 for that project.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the surplus funds, noting the projects that could be included in the Downtown Specific Plan and referencing the Sports Tourism Strategic Plan.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez spoke regarding past promises related to the cricket field, support of the pavement condition assessment, and support of allocating the remainder of the funds at mid-year budget.

Mayor Bregman spoke in favor of $100,000 for the Grape Bowl irrigation project, Maple Street Square, and $10,000 for the Hale Park sign and expressed support of alley cleaning and the pavement assessment report.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the pavement condition assessment report.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Interim City Manager Lindsay confirmed that the pavement condition assessment report would provide data necessary for grant applications.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the pavement condition assessment report's value in applying for Measure K funds for street repairs.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information regarding the timeline for receiving recommendations from the steering committee in terms of priorities for the Downtown Specific Plan.

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the availability of UCP, the current provider for Downtown litter pickup, to add litter abatement in the alleys three times per week, at the approximate cost of $60,000 for the remainder of the fiscal year.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that Council could defer the allocation of the entire $1.6 million until the mid-year budget or provide direction to return with more cost information on particular projects.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of putting together a list of priorities for mid-year budget allocation, with Council having the opportunity to return sooner if the need arises.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Interim City Manager Lindsay spoke regarding the mid-year budget timeline and the financial information that would be available to Council at that time.

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Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that a cost is needed for the cricket field project and that could be Council direction for the project. She further spoke in favor of moving forward with the pavement condition assessment report.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the process for obtaining a consultant for the pavement condition assessment report and the associated timeline.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of allocating $200,000 for the pavement condition assessment report in order to start the process, directing staff to get preliminary estimates on the cricket lighting project, and deferring a decision on the remainder of the funds until the mid-year budget process.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez concurred with Council Member Craig-Hensley's suggestion.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, PRCS Director Jaromay provided information regarding budgeting for the cost of the replacement sign at Hale Park.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez spoke in favor of Council Member Craig-Hensley's suggestion, with the addition of $10,000 for the Hale Park sign.

Council Member Hothi spoke regarding the tree trimming at Maple Street Square and alleyway cleaning, noting conditions could be worse if postponed for six months.

Council Member Craig-Hensley recapped Council discussion: $60,000 for alley cleaning, $200,000 for a pavement condition assessment report, $10,000 for the Hale Park sign, and $10,000 for Maple Street Square landscaping.

Mayor Bregman requested that staff direction include a bid for the Grape Bowl irrigation project.

Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, to utilize the proceeds from Waste Management's annual administrative fee for a pavement condition assessment report ($200,000), Hale Park rock signage ($10,000), Maple Street Square landscaping ($10,000) and alleyway cleaning ($60,000) to be allocated based on final estimates of actual costs, with the remainder of the funds to be deferred until cost estimates are obtained for the Grape Bowl irrigation project and the cricket field project.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

G.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Acting City Manager to Execute a Professional Services Agreement with DKG Consultants, LLC for Finance, Accounting and Administrative Consulting Services in an Amount Not to Exceed $67,500 (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - PSA DKG Consultants
Attachment 2 - Resolution

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services. Specific topics of discussion included background, need to address the internal control findings quickly, experience of DKC Consultants, expected timeline, and staff recommendation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding the scope of service.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the committee-based approach for investment and the types of skills and experience members of the committee should possess and noted that she felt two members of Council should participate on the committee.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-132 authorizing the Acting City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with DKG Consultants, LLC, for finance, accounting and administrative consulting services in an amount not to exceed $67,500.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

G.4 Adopt a Resolution Repealing and Replacing Resolution No. 2019-172 and Approving a Revised Travel Policy in Accordance with Government Code Section 53232.2 (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proposed Travel Policy_2025 Attachment 2 - Current Travel Policy 2019
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Interim City Manager Lindsay provided a presentation regarding a revised Travel Policy in accordance with Government Code Section 53232.2. Specific topics of discussion included reduction of CalCard usage, per diem usage, and travel advances provided to employees.

In response to Council Member Hothi, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated the policy could go into effect tomorrow, should Council approve the item.

Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez voiced his support for the item.

Council Member Craig-Hensley expressed concern regarding the wording about the submission of the Business Expense Report (BER).

In response, City Clerk Nashed stated that if a Council Member's BER is submitted late or if there is clarification needed on the BER, the CalCard of the City Clerk or Deputy City Clerk is shut off until the issue is resolved.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the approval authority process on Council expenses being handled in more specific detail in the Protocol Manual, a grammatical error on page 3 (Bullet No. 3 - Attending Legislative and Educational Seminars), and the additional of essential City business being an acceptable justification for canceled travel.

City Attorney Lucchesi provided clarification on the motion to include Council Member Craig-Hensley's proposed amendments.

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In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez, Council Member Craig-Hensley clarified the proposed change to acceptable justifications for canceled travel.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to adopt Resolution No. 2025-133 repealing and replacing Resolution No. 2019-172 and approving a revised Travel Policy in accordance with Government Code Section 53232.2, including Council Member Craig-Hensley's proposed amendment under "Cancellations" to add "City-related business deemed essential and necessary to the benefit of residents" as an approved justification for cancellation.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

G.5 Consider Waiving the First Reading and Introducing an Urgency Ordinance to Amend Lodi Municipal Code Section 2.44.040 “Appointing Authorities” Allowing the City Council to Temporarily Appoint Staff to Perform Required Duties During Appointee Vacancies and Acknowledging that City Manager and City Treasurer Are Not Conflicting Offices (CM/CA)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Urgency Ordinance

City Attorney Lucchesi provided a presentation regarding an urgency ordinance to allow the City Council to temporarily appoint staff to perform required duties during appointee vacancies.

Specific topics of discussion included urgency ordinance, clarification of the Lodi Municipal Code to allow temporary appointments until a permanent appointment can be made, and clarification that the City Manager and City Treasurer are not incompatible offices.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Hothi, to waive the first reading and introduce urgency Ordinance No. 2033 to amend Lodi Municipal Code Section

2.44.040 “Appointing Authorities” allowing the City Council to temporarily appoint staff to perform required duties during appointee vacancies and acknowledging that City Manager and City Treasurer are not conflicting offices.

VOTE:

The above motion failed by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

NOTE: Prior to the close of the meeting, City Attorney Lucchesi addressed the need for a four-fifths vote for approval of an urgency ordinance.

City Attorney Lucchesi provided clarification regarding the urgency ordinance, noting that it required a four-fifths vote, so Item G.5 did not pass. To bring the ordinance forward, the regular ordinance process will need to be followed, so the ordinance will come back for a full first hearing and reading at a future agenda.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Lindsay stated that all duties and responsibility of the City Treasurer are being fulfilled, the resolution removing the current Interim Assistant City Manager as City Treasurer and appointing Interim City Manager Lindsay as Interim City Treasurer is valid, and the ordinance is a code cleanup.

In response to Mayor Bregman, City Attorney Lucchesi clarified that the resolution to appoint Interim City Manager Lindsay was approved by Council at the last meeting and the urgency ordinance was to clean up the Lodi Municipal Code to make it clear that it is consistent and that there is no violation.

G.6 Consider Waiving the Second Reading and Adopting Ordinance No. 2032 Amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for Approximately 8.81 Acres at APN 061-020-15, and Detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, Adopting a Resolution Authorizing the Filing of an Application with the Local Agency Formation Commission for the Annexation of Assessor Parcel Number 061-020-15, Abutting Portions of East Kettleman Lane and Beckman Road with Related Municipal Services, Including Detachment of the Woodbridge Rural Fire District and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement between the City of Lodi, Maverik, Inc., and Woodbridge Fire District Regarding Annexation of Property from the District to the City of Lodi in Substantial Conformance with the Attached Draft in a Form Acceptable by the City Attorney (Applicant:

Maverik Inc.; File Number: PL2023-40; CEQA Determination: A Mitigated Negative Declaration has been prepared pursuant to Section 15070 to 15075 of the CEQA Guidelines) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Draft Ordinance
Attachment 2 - Aerial Map
Attachment 3 - Annexation Exhibit
Attachment 4 - Development Phases
Attachment 5 - Municipal Services Review
Attachment 6 - LAFCO Resolution
Attachment 7 - Draft Annexation Agreement

City Clerk Nashed provided a presentation regarding Zoning Map amendments, detachment of a parcel from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, application for the Annexation, and an agreement with Maverik, Inc., and Woodbridge Fire District regarding annexation of property from the District to the City of Lodi. Specific topics of discussion included introduction of Ordinance No. 2032 at the July 16, 2025 Council meeting, authorization of the LAFCO application filing, and the associated agreement with Maverik, Inc., and Woodbridge Fire District.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Community Development Director John Della Monica provided information regarding electric capacity for property not yet annexed into the City.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Deputy Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided information regarding the annexation and maintenance of Beckman Road adjacent to the project.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Fire Chief Ken Johnson provided information regarding annexation of the property from the Woodbridge Fire District.

In response to Mayor Bregman, Interim City Manager Lindsay provided information regarding a letter received by Council in relation to the City's ability to provide sufficient electric capacity for new homes in Lodi.

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Council Member Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, (following reading of the title) to waive the second reading and adopt Ordinance No. 2032 amending the Zoning Map from Unzoned to General Commercial (GC) for approximately 8.81 acres at APN 061-020-15, which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held July 16, 2025; detach APN 061-020-15 from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, adopt Resolution No. 2025-134 authorizing the filing of an application with the Local Agency Formation Commission for the annexation of APN 061-020-15, abutting portions of East Kettleman Lane and Beckman Road with related municipal services, including detachment of the Woodbridge Rural Fire District and authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement between the City of Lodi, Maverik, Inc., and Woodbridge Fire District regarding annexation of property from the District to the City of Lodi in substantial conformance with the attached draft in a form acceptable by the City Attorney (Applicant: Maverik Inc.; File Number: PL2023-40).

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

H. Ordinances

H.1 Consider Waiving the Second Reading and Adopting an Ordinance No. 2031 Amending Associated Zoning Map Designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-04 Z-GPA-EIR; CEQA Determination: A Final Subsequent Environmental Impact Report (“EIR”) has been prepared pursuant to Sections 15162, 15166, and 15175 through 15178 of the CEQA Guidelines (SCH #2023010102)) (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Draft Ordinance

City Clerk Nashed provided a brief report regarding Ordinance No. 2031 amending associated Zoning Map designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi). Specific topics of discussion included clarification regarding the Ordinance numbers on this item and Item G.6, and the introduction date.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Yepez and Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Attorney Lucchesi clarified that at the introduction of Ordinance No. 2031, the Lower Sacramento Road property was removed from the rezone and that property will retain its medium-density zoning.

Council Member Hothi 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. 2031 amending associated Zoning Map designations City-wide (Applicant: City of Lodi; File Number: 2024-04 Z-GPA-EIR), which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held July 16, 2025.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

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I. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:04 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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SPECIAL MEETING

STATE OF THE CITY PRESENTATION
HUTCHINS STREET SQUARE – KIRST HALL
125 SOUTH HUTCHINS STREET
WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 29, 2025

The State of the City presentation was held on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, at 9:00 a.m.

Mayor Bregman provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the State of the City.

Lodi City Council Members in attendance:

Mayor Cameron Bregman
Council Member Lisa Craig-Hensley
Council Member Mikey Hothi
Council Member Alan Nakanishi

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 W. PINE STREET, LODI
FRIDAY, MARCH 27, 2026 - 9:00 A.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of March 27, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 9:18 a.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

NOTE: Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi participated in the meeting via teleconference.

B. Announcement of Closed Session

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

C. Adjourn to Closed Session

At 9:19 a.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matters. The Closed Session adjourned at 6:07 p.m.

D. Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 6:07 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 6:08 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

RICK CROMWELL COMMUNITY ROOM (POLICE DEPARTMENT)
215 W. ELM, LODI, CA 95240
THURSDAY, APRIL 16, 2026 - 3:30 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of April 16, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 3:33 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Bregman

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

B. Regular Calendar

B.1 City Council Study Session on Strategic Vision and Priority Setting (CM)

Interim City Manager Busch provided a PowerPoint presentation on Strategic Vision and priority setting. Specific topics of discussion included objectives; Strategic Vision components summary; Strategic Vision goals (8), milestones (41), and implementation strategies (140+); Economic Development Strategy - Business Development/Job Creation; Downtown Specific Plan - Implementation Action Plan; needed funding; and fiscal strategy options.

Interim City Manager Busch led Council Members in an exercise to identify priority milestones.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, discussion ensued regarding managed growth and expansion's relationship to job growth.

In response to Mayor Yepez, discussion ensued regarding deferred maintenance.

Council Members participated in an activity for identifying Milestone Themes. The Milestone Themes were Downtown revitalization, Economic growth and jobs, fiscal sustainability and revenue, managed growth and expansion, housing and affordability, infrastructure, parks and quality of life improvements, public safety, and customer service.

Interim City Manager Busch discussed how the Milestone Themes tied in with different areas across the City and the use of staff resources.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, discussion ensued regarding the Downtown Plan implementation.

Interim City Manager Busch recommended the Strategic Vision progress be included as part of the quarterly report to Council and in Department budget requests.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor of updating the City's website to reflect the Milestone Themes.

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C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 4:43 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

SPECIAL MEETING

LODI POLICE DEPARTMENT

RICK CROMWELL COMMUNITY ROOM
215 W. ELM STREET, LODI
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026 - 6:00 P.M.

A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Special City Council meeting of June 9, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:05 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

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

B. Regular Calendar

B.1 Study Session and Council Discussion on Managed Growth and Expansion (CM)

Interim City Manager Busch provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding managed growth and expansion. Specific topics of discussion included objectives, milestone themes, fiscal outlook, types of new growth, prior new growth presentations, existing land use designations in Lodi, need for growth/expansion, development status of single-family lots, residential permitting history, observations regarding current development activities, Community Facilities District (CFD) funding challenges, new growth annexation areas, annexation pipeline, development challenges and opportunities, estimated infrastructure costs, Lodi Electric Utility electric system requirements to support annexation, annexation opportunities, South Study Area preliminary concept, East Side preliminary concept, new growth area planning, General Plan Section 2.4 - Economic Development, Lodi Economic Development Strategic Plan action plan goals, needed tools, General Plan Growth Policies, Implementation Model options, Partnership Model, and next steps.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Busch spoke regarding the need for Council decisions on policy on preferred areas of expansion.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding CFD funding, the Merit Hearing process, and the term of the Fiscal Impact Analysis.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the inclusion of Woodbridge Irrigation District (WID) as a stakeholder.

In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding the process of updating the various plans.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding the Merit Hearing process and the benefits of that process.

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In response to Council Member Bregman, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding public outreach.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Interim City Manager Busch spoke regarding the handoff of this process as the City transitions to a new City Manager and Community Development Director.

Mike Carouba, a member of the public, spoke regarding CFDs, Master Plans, the timing of the Merit Hearing process, the added cost to development, and the need for industrial growth.

At the request of Mayor Yepez, Interim City Manager Busch addressed Mr. Carouba's concerns.

In response to Greg Costa, a member of the public, Interim City Manager Busch provided information regarding the Municipal Service Review (MSR).

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need for growth for housing and the work force; the need for the community to decide on the managed growth; and the need to focus on the areas of safety, economic opportunity, and better quality of life.

C. Adjournment

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 8:05 p.m.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JULY 1, 2026 – 6:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 6:33 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 Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: City Clerk Recruitment

C-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 6:34 p.m., Mayor Yepez adjourned the meeting to a Closed Session to discuss the above matter. The Closed Session adjourned at 7:02 p.m.

C-4 Return to Open Session / Disclosure of Action

At 7:02 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 July 1, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Yepez at 7:04 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 Manager Reddig, Interim City Attorney Luebberke, and City Clerk Nashed

Mayor Yepez introduced newly-appointed City Manager Kara Reddig.

City Manager Reddig spoke briefly to Council and the community.

B. Presentations - None
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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, 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 Waiving Bid Process and Authorizing Purchase of Power Cable from Anixter Inc. of Benicia for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Project and Approve Interfund Charge in the Amount of ($324,620.10) (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Ordinance No. 2018

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-141 waiving the bid process and authorizing the purchase of power cable from Anixter, Inc., of Benicia, for White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility Electrical Building Project and approving an interfund charge in the amount of $324,620.10.

C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute an Agreement with the City of Stockton for Fire Dispatch Services (FD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Agreement
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-142 authorizing the City Manager to execute an agreement with the City of Stockton for Fire dispatch services.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Procurement Cards to Specified Positions and Rescinding Resolution 2025-157 (IS - BUD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proposed Cal-Card Positions List - Changes

Attachment 2 - Approved Positions_Resolution 2025-157
Attachment 3 - Resolution

This item was pulled at the request of Mayor Yepez.

In response to Mayor Yepez, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the previous culling of positions issued procurement cards and the subsequent identification of positions in the Public Works Department which require procurement cards.

Mayor Yepez requested that the procurement card holder list be reviewed in one year.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the procurement card procedure followed by the City of Elk Grove.

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Adopted Resolution No. 2026-143 authorizing procurement cards to specified positions and rescinding Resolution 2025-157.

C.4 Adopt a Resolution Updating City Staff Signers on City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank Accounts (IS - BUD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - F&M Treasury Agreement

Attachment 2 - Electronic Signature Agreement
Attachment 3 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-144 updating City staff signers on the City of Lodi Farmers & Merchants Bank accounts.

C.5 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Write-off of Uncollectible Utility Billing Accounts for the Period of 2020 through March 31, 2026, and Approve a Total Write-off Amount Not to Exceed $3,007,846.11 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Request for Bad Debt Write-off for Utility Billing Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-145 authorizing the City Manager to execute the write-off of uncollectible Utility Billing accounts for the period of 2020 through March 31, 2026, and approving a total write-off amount not to exceed $3,007,846.11.

C.6 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Annual General Billing Bad Debt Write-Offs and Approving the Write-Off of Uncollectable General Billing Accounts for the Period of 2019 through March 31, 2026, in an Amount Not to Exceed $313,976.48 (IS - FIN)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Request for General Billing Write-Off by

Department
Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-146 authorizing the City Manager to execute annual General Billing bad debt write-offs and approving the write-off of uncollectible General Billing accounts for the period of 2019 through March 31, 2026, in an amount not to exceed $313,976.48.

C.7 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 - Agreement

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-147 approving a new Professional Services Agreement with Loomis for comprehensive cash handling machine and armored transport services, in the amount of $165,000.
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C.8 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with Pine Street Partners, LLC for Internal Improvements Related to the Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Vapor Remediation Project at 212 West Pine Street (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-148 authorizing the City Manager to enter into a Reimbursement Agreement with Pine Street Partners, LLC, for internal improvements related to the Central Plume PCE/TCE Soil Vapor Remediation Project at 212 West Pine Street.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Rick Freedman, of Lodi Adopt a Child, spoke regarding the programs the group provides, the addition of a children's workshop and art show, and the upcoming fundraiser.

Martha Ramirez, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her full support for the proposed grant for Lawrence Park, safety concerns at the park, inadequate lighting at the park, and the installation of security cameras.

Martha Barrera, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding lighting and surveillance cameras at Lawrence Park and the installation of a stop sign adjacent to the park.

Maria Rodriguez, a member of the public representing a group of neighbors, spoke through an interpreter regarding safety concerns at Lawrence Park, gratitude for the proposed grant, concern over drinking in the park, request for Police patrols and enforcement of violations, and the safety concerns in the area near the park for children on their way to school.

Patricia Castro, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding safety concerns in the park, the need for installation of security cameras and Police patrols, and the problem with homeless individuals in the park.

Fausta Bahana, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her concerns about the people in the park who are drinking and smoking, the need for the installation of a traffic signal adjacent to the park, and traffic concerns on the way to and from school due to vehicle congestion caused by the nearby packing shed.

Laura Alcanta, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding her concerns over the dangerous condition at the intersection of Lockeford Street and Calaveras Avenue, a main crossing point for students going to Lawrence School, as motorists are not respecting the pedestrian crossing light and the school does not provide a crossing guard.

Luz Maria Flores, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding the problems occurring at Hale Park, the need for installation of cameras and lighting, and the people loitering at the park who make mothers afraid to take their children to play there.

Maribel Dominguez, a member of the public, spoke through an interpreter regarding the current state of disrepair of the streets on the Eastside, specifically Tokay Street from Church Street to Cherokee Lane, while streets in other areas of the City are very well maintained. She further noted that she is available to gather signatures needed.

Bertha Castro, a member of the public, clarified that the problem with drinking is at Hale Park and thanked the parents for coming tonight to share their concerns.

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley thanked the public for coming to share their concerns following the recent meeting at Lawrence Park to discuss the future of the park and the grant application.

She stated that the City Manager has begun to follow up on the items mentioned by the speakers and the City will utilize a multi-department approach to deal with the issues. She noted that clarification is needed with Lodi Unified School District in regard to whether or not a crossing guard is provided in the Lawrence Park area.

Council Member Nakanishi thanked the public for coming and stated he has always supported safe parks and the City is working on getting the streets fixed.

Council Member Bregman thanked the members of the public who shared their safety concerns and requested information from the Police Department regarding which parks are receiving the most calls for service.

Mayor Yepez spoke regarding the grant application for Lawrence Park, Hale Park, and Blakely Park, which are located in Council Member Craig-Hensley's and his districts.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Police Chief Ricardo Garcia provided information regarding the violation of the Lodi Municipal Code for open liquor containers in the park, the current staffing level preventing a quick response to the parks for violations, and the use of a retired annuitant for patrolling parks during the day.

Mayor Yepez requested a greater Police presence in Hale Park for the next few days to enforce against the public drinking.

Police Chief Garcia provided information regarding the application for an ABC (Alcoholic Beverage Control) grant for enforcement to supplement patrol staff.

Mayor Yepez addressed the members of the public present regarding Lawrence Park in Spanish.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the Lawrence Park Committee meeting, the San Joaquin Council of Governments meeting and the need to update the projects for Measure K, the Economic Development Ad-Hoc Committee meeting, and the increase in complaints and photographs of homeless individuals sleeping in the bus shelters on Locust Street and Elm Street and stealing signs at the Grape Festival grounds. She further requested information regarding the status of the second Community Liaison Officer position.

Council Member Nakanishi welcomed City Manager Reddig.

Mayor Yepez requested an item be agendized regarding the restructuring of the Lodi Improvement Committee.

In response to City Manager Reddig's request for clarification on the Lodi Improvement Committee agenda item, Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the direction she had provided to the City Clerk and the Interim City Attorney regarding structure and purpose changes to more align the Committee with the Council's Strategic Plan.

City Manager Reddig suggested adding the item to the August 5 agenda in order to allow time to review and prepare the report.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi clarified that there will be dialogue with the current Lodi Improvement Committee members regarding the proposed changes.
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In response to City Manager Reddig, Council Member Craig-Hensley stated her preference would be to have a discussion regarding what changes staff would support and then meet with the Lodi Improvement Committee.

Mayor Yepez also requested an item be agendized regarding the addition of members to the Finance Committee.

F. Public Hearings

F.1 Public Hearing to Waive the First Reading And Introduce An Ordinance Amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9 By Amending Chapter 9.18 (Vending On Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to Revise Regulations Related to Mobile Food Vending, Including Permit Requirements, Location Standards, and Operational Regulations (Applicant: City of Lodi; CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378, as the ordinance is not a project) (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Draft Ordinance (Redlined Copy)

Attachment 2 - Draft Ordinance (Clean Copy)
Attachment 3 - Planning Commission Resolution 26-05

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 an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9 by amending Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to revise regulations related to mobile food vending, including permit requirements, location standards, and operational regulations (Applicant: City of Lodi).

Interim Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided a short introduction. Senior Community Improvement Officer (CIO) Jonique Andrews provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding the introduction of an ordinance to amend the Lodi Municipal Code (LMC) in relation to mobile food vending. Specific topics of discussion included background; permit requirements; April 15, 2026 Council discussion and direction; Planning Commission recommendation; key proposed changes to LMC Section 9.18.045; environmental assessment; and staff recommendation.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Interim Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the three-hour limitation per location.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke in favor on amending the three-hour limitation.

Senior CIO Andrews clarified that the three-hour limitation applies only within the public right of way.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Senior CIO Andrews provided information regarding regulations for licensed mobile food vendors in the public right of way.

City Manager Reddig spoke regarding competition for locations in the public right of way.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Senior CIO Andrews confirmed that with a permit, a mobile food vendor is able to park in the public right of way during the allowed hours of operation and this policy has not changed.

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In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Senior CIO Andrews confirmed that there is not a time limit on permitted mobile food vendors parked on private property.

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that the City has greater enforcement authority than is currently being used and spoke in favor of enforcement in the Downtown area at night, noting the recent shift summary about the Police presence required due to a large crowd around an illegal hot dog stand.

City Manager Reddig stated that she will be contacting the working group that was formed last fall following the Council presentation of this item to discuss potential strategies to implement.

Council Member Bregman spoke regarding the potential use of encroachment permits for enforcement of illegal food vendors.

Interim City Attorney Luebberke stated that his office has been researching the legal opportunities and restrictions of the suggested use of encroachment permits and will keep Council informed of the outcome of the research.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi stated that the removal of the vendor permit cap will allow vendors to now operate legally and spoke regarding the importance of an education campaign about the changes.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim Community Development Director Marsh provided information regarding the allowed use in the Downtown area, east of the railroad tracks, in the Downtown mixed-use zone.

Mayor Yepez opened the public hearing for public comment at 8:28 p.m.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke regarding comments he had received from a few of the Chamber members. He stated that there is concern that if the cap is removed, there will be an up-tick in un-permitted vendors and further that there is concern whether adequate enforcement will be provided. He further stated that he will share names of the concerned Chamber members who are willing to meet with the City in order to keep the existing businesses successful and keep the public safe. He spoke regarding the importance of education and outreach about the approval process, the willingness of the Chamber to host outreach meetings, and the speedy approval of vendors who have been on the waiting list.

There being no further public comments, Mayor Yepez closed the public hearing at 8:33 p.m.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Craig-Hensley, to introduce Ordinance No. 2048 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9 by amending Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to revise regulations related to mobile food vending, including permit requirements, location standards, and operational regulations.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: None

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G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Approve Revisions to the Purchasing Policy Including Local Vendor Preference, Purchasing Authority Updates, and Enhanced Procurement Procedures (IS - BUD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - COL Purchasing Policy (Redline Copy)

Attachment 2 - COL Purchasing Policy (Clean Copy)

Budget Manager Jennelle Baker introduced Jamie Bandy, Administrative Services Director/Treasurer and Purchasing Officer. She then provided a PowerPoint presentation regarding revisions to the Purchasing Policy, including local vendor preference, purchasing authority updates, and enhanced procurement procedures. Specific topics of discussion included background, purpose of revisions, review process, major policy changes overview, Local Vendor Preference Program, benchmarking other agencies, proposed local preference, purchasing authority increases, internal controls, Purchasing Officer role, Public Works threshold updates, proposed vehicle threshold, stronger procurement documentation, additional policy enhancements, and recommendation.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Budget Manager Baker provided information regarding maintenance of data related to City purchases and quarterly updates on purchases.

Following discussion regarding purchasing report options, City Manager Reddig stated staff will review options and email Council regarding recommendations.

In response to Mayor Yepez, Interim City Attorney Luebberke provided information regarding the balance between inclusiveness and specificity in policies.

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding (1) the importance of having a Purchasing Officer and centralized procurement; (2) the importance of the Local Vendor Preference Program and the need for a list of local vendors to be compiled for the "Exception to Bidding" category to create opportunities for local vendors to compete for those contracts; (3) the need for the website portal for RFPs and the bid process to be more robust, with all departments listing their bid or procurement opportunities.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Budget Manager Baker and City Manager Reddig provided information regarding the CalCard Use Policy and sanctions related to misuse.

JP Doucette, President of the Lodi Chamber of Commerce, spoke in favor of the Local Procurement Policy and the enhancement of the website portal. He further stated that the Chamber is available to notify local businesses about the process of bidding for City projects.

Mayor Yepez spoke regarding plans for an informal meeting for local businesses about the City bidding process.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to approve revisions to the Purchasing Policy, including local vendor preference, purchasing authority updates, and enhanced procurement procedures.

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 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Confidential General Services group (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Confidential General Services Signatures

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential General Services group. Human Resources Manager Peav ey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management); background; CalPERS-required contract amendment; required resolutions for CalPERS; anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026, rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026; employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing; August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract; October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date; and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share; and staff recommendation.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-149 amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential General Services group.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi was not at the dais for the vote.

G.3 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Confidential Mid-Management Group (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Confidential Mid-Management Group Signatures

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential Mid-Management group. Human Resources Manager Peav ey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management); background; CalPERS-required contract amendment; required resolutions for CalPERS; anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026, rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026; employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing; August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract; October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date; and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share; and staff recommendation.

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Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-150 amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Confidential Mid-Management group.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

NOTE: Council Member Nakanishi was not at the dais for the vote.

G.4 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Council Appointees Group (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Council Appointees Signatures

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Council Appointees group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management); background; CalPERS-required contract amendment; required resolutions for CalPERS; anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026, rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026; employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing; August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract; October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date; and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share; and staff recommendation.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-151 amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Council Appointees group.

VOTE:

The above motion carried by the following vote:

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

Absent: Council Member Nakanishi

NOTE: Counci l Member Nakanishi was not at the dais for the vote.

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G.5 Adopt a Resolution to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Executive Management Group (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Executive Management Group Signatures Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Executive Management group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management); background; CalPERS-required contract amendment; required resolutions for CalPERS; anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026, rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026; employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing; August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract; October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date; and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share; and staff recommendation.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-152 amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Executive Management group.

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 to Amend the Contract Between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to Reduce the Cost Share of the Police Executive Management Group (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Police Executive Management Signatures

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Police Executive Management group. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.2 through G.6, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each unrepresented employee group. Specific topics of discussion included organization of unrepresented employees into five groups (Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, Executive Management, and Police Executive Management); background; CalPERS-required contract amendment; required resolutions for CalPERS; anticipated effective date of October 12, 2026, rather than the originally expected date of July 6, 2026; employee reimbursement for higher cost sharing; August 5, 2026 Council resolution for intent to amend CalPERS contract; October 2, 2026 contract amendment effective date; and October 12, 2026 first pay period with reduced employee cost share; and staff recommendation.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-153 amending the contract between the City of Lodi and CalPERS to reduce the cost share of the Police Executive Management group. 113

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 to Amend the Salary Schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - AFSCME M&O Revised Salary Schedule

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the salary schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.7 and G.8, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each employee group. Specific topics of discussion included background, salary schedule for each Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), March 18, 2026 resolution adopting salary schedules showing incorrect information, effected classifications in AFSCME Maintenance and Operators Unit and AFSCME General Services Unit, and staff recommendation.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-154 amending the salary schedule for the AFSCME - Maintenance and Operators Unit.

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 to Amend the Salary Schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - AFSCME GS Amended Salary Schedule

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the amendment of the salary schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit. Human Resources Manager Peavey stated the presentation will be the same for Items G.7 and G.8, but CalPERS requires a separate resolution for each employee group. Specific topics of discussion included background, salary schedule for each Memorandum of Understanding (MOU), March 18, 2026 resolution adopting salary schedules showing incorrect information , effected classifications in AFSCME Maintenance and Operators Unit and AFSCME General Services Unit, and staff recommendation.

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-155 amending the salary schedule for the AFSCME - General Services Unit.

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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

G.9 Adopt a Resolution Approving Policy Regarding Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service During City Council Meetings, Per Senate Bill 707 (CLK)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Draft Disruption Policy
Attachment 2 - Resolution

City Clerk Nashed provided a presentation regarding the approval of a policy regarding the disruption of telephonic or internet service during City Council meetings, per Senate Bill 707.

Specific topics of discussion included background, Senate Bill 707's addition of requirements to the Brown Act, reinstitution of remote public participation in City Council meetings, reinstitution of translation services of the agenda and in-person attendees, required adoption by July 1, 2026 of a disruption policy, policy to be enacted to ensure that remote participation and in-person participation does not impede City Council conduction of business, required adoption of a policy in case of disruption in the two-way telephonic participation, proposed policy providing for action for Council to take in case of a disruption to Zoom, policy requiring Council recess for an hour to allow time for resolution of the issue before making a decision on whether to reconvene in open session or to adjourn to a different day, and policy addressing steps to address in-person or on-line disruption.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Clerk Nashed confirmed the policy would apply to any Council meeting requiring public notice.

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, City Clerk Nashed confirmed if there is a disruption in remote two-way participation, Council must wait an hour before either continuing or adjourning the meeting.

Council Member Nakanishi made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-156 approving a policy regarding disruption of telephonic or internet service during City Council meetings, per Senate Bill 707.

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley read a statement regarding Mr. John Ledbetter and his service to the Lodi community.

There being no further business to come before the City Council, the meeting was adjourned at 9:22 p.m., in memory of John Ledbetter, a respected leader in California's wine grape industry and active member of the Lodi community, who passed away on June 23, 2026.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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LODI CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING

CARNEGIE FORUM
305 WEST PINE STREET, LODI
WEDNESDAY, JULY 15, 2026 - 5:30 P.M.

C-1 Call to Order / Roll Call

The City Council Closed Session meeting of July 15, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi at 5:32 p.m.

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

Absent: Council Member Bregman and Mayor Yepez

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

NOTE: Council Member Bregman arrived at 5:35 p.m.

C-2 Announcement of Closed Session

a) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b). Title: City Attorney Recruitment.

b) PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT/APPOINTMENT, Pursuant to Government Code § 54957(b).

Title: City Clerk Recruitment and Interim City Clerk Appointment

c) 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.

d) 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-3 Adjourn to Closed Session

At 5:32 p.m., Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi 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 Pro Tempore Hothi reconvened the City Council meeting, and Interim City Attorney Luebberke disclosed that there was no reportable action.

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A. Call to Order / Roll Call

The Regular City Council meeting of July 15, 2026, was called to order by Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi at 7:06 p.m.

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

Absent: Mayor Yepez

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

B. Presentations

B.1 Presentation of a Proclamation Recognizing Lodi Junior Giants (PRCS)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Proclamation

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a proclamation to Deputy Director Emerson Yellen and members of the Lodi Junior Giants recognizing the organization’s service to the community.

B.2 Presentation of Certificate of Appreciation to Outgoing City Clerk Olivia Nashed (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Certificate of Appreciation

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi presented a Certificate of Appreciation to outgoing City Clerk Olivia Nashed.

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley made a motion, second by Council Member Bregman, 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, and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi
Noes: None

Absent: Mayor Yepez

C.1 Approve Minutes
a) November 1, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
b) November 15, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
c) November 21, 2023 (Special Meeting)
d) December 6, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
e) December 6, 2023 (Special Meeting)
f) December 12, 2023 (Special Meeting)
g) December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting – A.M.)
h) December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting – P.M.)
i) December 20, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
j) January 3, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
k) January 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
l) February 7, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
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m) February 21, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
n) August 22, 2024 (Special Meeting)
o) January 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
p) January 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
q) February 23, 2026 (Special Meeting)
r) March 26, 2026 (Special Meeting)
s) April 24, 2026 (Special Meeting)
t) May 6, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
u) June 3, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
v) April 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
w) April 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
x) April 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
y) April 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
z) April 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)

Attachments: Exhibit 1 - November 1, 2023 (Regular Meeting) Exhibit 2 - November 15, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 3 - November 21, 2023 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 4 - December 6, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 5 - December 6, 2023 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 6 - December 12, 2023 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 7 - December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - AM)
Exhibit 8 - December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - PM)
Exhibit 9 - December 20, 2023 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 10 - January 3, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 11 - January 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 12 - February 7, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 13 - February 21, 2024 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 14 - August 22, 2024 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 15 - January 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 16 - January 27, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 17 - February 23, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 18 - March 26, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 19 - April 24, 2026 (Special Meeting)
Exhibit 20 - May 6, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 21 - June 3, 2026 (Regular Meeting)
Exhibit 22 - April 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Exhibit 23 - April 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Exhibit 24 - April 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Exhibit 25 - April 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)
Exhibit 26 - April 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session)

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley stated that City Manager Reddig will be compiling a list of action items from the minutes to track Council requests through completion.

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

The minutes of November 1, 2023 (Regular Meeting), November 15, 2023 (Regular Meeting), November 21, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 6, 2023 (Regular Meeting), December 6, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 12, 2023 (Special Meeting), December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - A.M.), December 19, 2023 (Special Meeting - P.M.), December 20, 2023 (Regular Meeting), January 3, 2024 (Regular Meeting), January 17, 2024 (Regular Meeting), February 7, 2024 (Regular Meeting) February 21, 2024 (Regular Meeting), August 22, 2024 (Special 119

Meeting), January 21, 2026 (Regular Meeting), January 27, 2026 (Special Meeting), February 23, 2026 (Special Meeting), March 26, 2026 (Special Meeting), April 24, 2026 (Special Meeting), May 6, 2026 (Regular Meeting), June 3, 2026 (Regular Meeting), April 2, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 9, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 16, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), April 23, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session), and April 30, 2024 (Shirtsleeve Session) were approved as written.

C.2 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 1 to Project Agreement No. 3 Between and Among Transmission Agency of Northern California and its Participating Members (EU)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Amendment No. 1

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-157 authorizing the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 1 to Project Agreement No. 3 between and among the Transmission Agency of Northern California and its participating members.

C.3 Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to Execute Professional Services Agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc., of Davis, for Regulatory Compliance and Permitting Services at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility and Recycled Water Land Application Program ($694,600) (PW)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Professional Services Agreement

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-158 authorizing the City Manager to execute a Professional Services Agreement with West Yost & Associates, Inc., of Davis, for regulatory compliance and p ermitting services at White Slough Water Pollution Control Facility and Recycled Water Land Application Program, in the amount of $694,600.

D. Comments by the Public on Non-Agenda Items

Travis Castle, founder of the Path for Humanity, provided supplemental documents and spoke regarding the organization's discount card program which benefits local nonprofits. He presented checks to this year's recipients, Outreach Ministries International and the Salvation Army.

Salvation Army Captain Joseph McBride spoke regarding his recent appointment in Lodi and his excitement to serve the community.

Alex Aliferis, a member of the public, spoke regarding traffic issues on East Locust Street and his support of Proposition 43 and Proposition 39.

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

Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding her attendance at the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission meeting which discussed the CRISI grant application for funding for the west Lodi station. She also spoke regarding her attendance at the ribbon cutting for the multimodal project on Channel Street in Stockton, which was funded through San Joaquin Council of Governments and the Regional Rail Commission, noting she would like City staff to investigate similar funding for Lodi projects. She also announced Passenger Appreciation Day and the ribbon cutting at the Transit Station on Friday, July 31, sponsored through the Lodi Chamber of Commerce and the San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission.

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Council Member Bregman spoke regarding his upcoming meeting with the Delta Protection Commission, naming a portion of the Grape Bowl in memory of Jack Fiori who was instrumental in raising funds for the restoration project, and the 4th of July Kiwanis pancake breakfast.

Council supported naming a portion of the Grape Bowl in memory of Mr. Fiori and Council Member Bregman stated he would reach out to the Fiori family.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi spoke regarding naming a portion of the Access Center in memory of John Ledbetter. Council Member Craig-Hensley concurred.

F. Public Hearings - None

G. Regular Calendar

G.1 Presentation on Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program (ED)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Presentation

Economic Development Director Luis Aguilar provided a PowerPoint presentation on the Opportunity Zones 2.0 Program. Specific topics of discussion included background, purpose of programs, zone location within Lodi, Opportunity Zones 2.0, opportunity to nominate a new map, new targeting criteria, two eligible census tracts in Lodi, State criteria for nominations, recommendation, and next steps.

Council Member Nakanishi voiced his support for the item.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the Tax Increment Financing (TIF) District nomination criteria and letters of support.

In response to Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi, Economic Development Director Aguilar provided information regarding the application process.

No Council action was required on this item.

G.2 Consider Adopting a Resolution Establishing a City Council Ad Hoc Committee to Advise and Make Recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services and Setting Committee Objectives and Tasks (CM)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Resolution

City Manager Reddig provided a presentation regarding the establishment of a City Council ad-hoc committee to advise and make recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services. Specific topics of discussion included purpose of the committee and the need for two Council Members to serve on the committee.

Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi and Council Member Craig-Hensley nominated themselves to serve on the committee. Council Member Nakanishi and Council Member Bregman concurred with the nominations.

In response to Council Member Craig-Hensley, City Manager Reddig provided information regarding Request for Proposals (RPF) vs. Request for Qualifications (RFQ).

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Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi to adopt Resolution No. 2026-159 establishing a City Council ad-hoc committee to advise and make recommendations on the Request for Proposal for Federal and State Government Relations Services, setting committee objectives and tasks, and appointing Council Member Craig-Hensley and Mayor Pro Tempore Hothi to serve on the committee.

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.3 Adopt a Resolution Appointing Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk, at a Rate of $70.41 Per Hour, and Approving the Corresponding Employment Agreement (IS - HR)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Interim City Clerk Contract (draft)

Attachment 2 - Resolution

Human Resources Manager James Peavey provided a presentation regarding the appointment of Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk. Specific topics of discussion included appointment of an interim City Clerk during the City Clerk recruitment period, candidate experience, compensation rate, benefits, start date, employment agreement, and recommendation.

Council Member Bregman made a motion, second by Council Member Nakanishi, to adopt Resolution No. 2026-160 appointing Walfred Solorzano as Interim City Clerk, at a rate of $70.41 per hour, and approving the corresponding Employment Agreement.

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. Ordinances

H.1 Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2048 Amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9 By Amending Chapter 9.18 (Vending On Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to Revise Regulations Related to Mobile Food Vending, Including Permit Requirements, Location Standards, and Operational Regulations (Applicant: City of Lodi; CEQA Status: Exempt pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378, as the ordinance is not a project) (CD)

Attachments: Attachment 1 - Draft Ordinance (Redlined Copy)

Attachment 2 - Draft Ordinance (Clean Copy)

City Clerk Nashed provided a brief presentation regarding Ordinance No. 2048 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property).

In response to Council Member Nakanishi, Interim Community Development Director Cynthia Marsh provided information regarding the elimination of the cap on mobile food truck vendors and the adjustment of location requirements.
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Council Member Craig-Hensley spoke regarding the need to specifically address illegal carts, noting large crowds near the illegal carts Downtown are frequently a subject of the Police Department shift summary.

City Manager Reddig provided an update on task force activity to combat this issue.

Council Member Bregman 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. 2048 amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 9, Chapter 9.18 (Vending on Streets, Sidewalks and Private Property) to revise regulations related to mobile food vending, including permit requirements, location standards, and operational regulations, which was introduced at a regular meeting of the Lodi City Council held July 1, 2026.

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 7:53 p.m. in honor of outgoing City Clerk Nashed.

ATTEST:

Olivia Nashed
City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM C.2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Set Public Hearing for October 7, 2026 to Consider an Ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) by adding Chapter 15.69 (Agricultural Mitigation Fee) and Chapter 15.70 (Parkland Dedication and In-Lieu Fees); amend Title 17 (Development Code), Article 2 (Zoning Districts Land Use and Development Standards), Section 17.28.040 (Planned Development (PD) Overlay Zoning District); and amend Title 17, Article 6 (Development Code Administration) by adding Chapter 17.77 (Boundary Changes) and Chapter 17.78 (Williamson Act Regulations) (Applicant: City of Lodi; CEQA Status: Exempt per Section 15061(b)(3) - General Rule Exemption and Section 15378 as the Ordinance is not a project) (CD) MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Cynthia Marsh, Interim Community Development Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Set Public Hearing for October 7, 2026 to consider an ordinance amending Lodi Municipal Code Title 15 (Buildings and Construction) by adding Chapter 15.69 (Agricultural Mitigation Fee) and Chapter 15.70 (Parkland Dedication and In-Lieu Fees); amend Title 17 (Development Code), Article 2 (Zoning Districts Land Use and Development Standards), Section 17.28.040 (Planned Development (PD) Overlay Zoning District); and amend Title 17, Article 6 (Development Code Administration) by adding Chapter 17.77 (Boundary Changes) and Chapter 17.78 (Williamson Act Regulations).

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The proposed amendments represent Phase 4 of the City’sincremental Development Code update program, establishing a comprehensive, policy-driven framework for annexation and growth management. The City is experiencing increased interest in annexation within its Sphere of Influence, but existing Municipal Code provisions do not provide a complete process or evaluation criteria. As a result, key issues-such as agricultural land conversion, infrastructure planning, parkland provision, and Williamson Act contract status-are not consistently addressed. While many of these items are already required in practice and are driven by the General Plan and LAFCO application thresholds, they are not currently codified in a clear, consistent manner.

The amendments formalize an annexation process that includes a Merit Hearing prior to application submittal, requires consistency with the General Plan and Growth Management Ordinance (Chapter 15.34), and establishes clear criteria and findings for annexation and SOI amendments. They also require contiguity to existing City limits, prezoning, and comprehensive application materials (including CEQA, infrastructure, and fiscal analyses), along with City Council authorization prior to LAFCO submittal. In addition, the amendments require master planning for annexation areas to ensure coordinated land use, infrastructure, stormwater, park planning, and phased development, and to prevent piecemeal expansion of urban services.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

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AGENDA TITLE:

Set a Public Hearing for October 7, 2026, to Consider a Resolution authorizing the filing of an annexation request to annex 95.3 acres (PL2024-023 A) of land south of West Vine Street, north of West Kettleman Lane and west of South Lower Sacramento Road (the “Project Area”), Consider an Ordinance to pre-zone approximately 9.2 acres to General Commercial (GC), 19.1 acres to Mixed Use Corridor (MCO), 10 acres to Public and Community Facilities (PF), 49.8 acres to Residential Low Density (RLD) and 7.2 Acres to Residential Medium Density (RMD) within the Project Area, to Consider a Resolution to detach the Project Area from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, and to Direct staff to prepare and submit an annexation application to the San Joaquin Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO) (Applicant: Dobbins Properties, Inc., PL2024-023 A CEQA Determination: Section 15183 - project is consistent with the development intensity established by a General Plan or Zoning for which an environmental impact report (EIR) has been certified) (CD)..end
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Cynthia Marsh, Interim Community Development Director/City Planner RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Set a Public Hearing for October 7, 2026, to Consider a Resolution authorizing the filing of an annexation request to annex 95.3 acres (PL2024-023 A) of land south of West Vine Street, north of West Kettleman Lane and west of South Lower Sacramento Road (the “Project Area”) as more specifically identified on the map attached as Attachment 1, Consider an Ordinance to pre-zone approximately 9.2 acres to General Commercial (GC), 19.1 acres to Mixed Use Corridor (MCO), 10 acres to Public and Community Facilities (PF),

49.8 acres to Residential Low Density (RLD) and 7.2 Acres to Residential Medium Density (RMD) within the Project Area, to Consider a Resolution to detach the Project Area from the Woodbridge Fire Protection District, and to Direct staff to prepare and submit an annexation application to the San Joaquin Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO)...end
BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Applicants are proposing to annex approximately 95.3 acres into the City of Lodi (the “City”).The proposed annexation area is bounded by West Kettleman Lane to the south, South Lower Sacramento Road to the east, West Vine Street to the north, and properties within the County of San Joaquin (“County”)to the west (the “ProjectArea”).The Project Area is adjacent to the City boundary to the north, south and east, and within the City’sSphere of Influence, including the following Assessor Parcel Numbers (APNs): 027-050-01, 027-050-02, 027-050-03, 027-050-10, 027-050-11, 027-050-12, 027-050-15, 027-050-16, 027-050-18, 027- 050-19, 027-050-20, 027-050-21, 027-050-22, 027-050-24, 027-060-01, 027-060-02, 027-060-03, 027-060-05, 027-060-45, 027-060-46, and the Taylor Road Right-of-Way West of West Drive.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Delegating Authority to the City Manager to Oversee and Administer All Personnel and Administrative Matters Related to the Interim City Clerk position, including appointment, termination, and work assignments. (HR)
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

James Peavey, Human Resources Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution delegating authority to the City Manager to oversee and administer all personnel and administrative matters related to the Interim City Clerk position, including appointment, termination, and work assignments.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On August 3, 2026, the City Clerk position became vacant. On August 5, 2026, Council waived the first reading and introduced an ordinance amending Chapter 2.13 of the Municipal Code to transfer the appointment authority for the City Clerk to the City Manager. On August 19, 2026, Council waived the second reading and adopted the ordinance. The ordinance is scheduled to become effective on September 18, 2026.

While the City conducts its recruitment process to permanently fill the City Clerk position, an Interim City Clerk will serve in the role for a yet-to-be-determined period. The City currently has an Interim City Clerk who is expected to serve through September 17, 2026.

During this transitional period, it is important that the City Manager have the authority to provide direct oversight and direction to the Interim City Clerk and to manage the personnel and administrative responsibilities associated with the position. This includes the authority to appoint or terminate an Interim City Clerk, assign and oversee work duties and assignments, establish work priorities, and take other necessary personnel and administrative actions to ensure continuity of City Clerk operations.

Delegating this authority to the City Manager will provide the City with the flexibility to manage the Interim City Clerk position effectively during the transition and ensure continuity of essential City operations while the permanent City Clerk recruitment process is underway.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL DELEGATING AUTHORITY TO

THE CITY MANAGER TO OVERSEE AND ADMINISTER PERSONNEL AND

ADMINISTRATIVE MATTERS RELATED TO THE INTERIM CITY CLERK

POSITION
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WHEREAS, on August 3, 2026, the City Clerk position became vacant; and

WHEREAS, on August 5, 2026, Council waived the first reading and introduced an ordinance amending Chapter 2.13 of the Municipal Code to transfer appointment authority for the City Clerk to the City Manager, which was adopted by the City Council on August 19, 2026, and will become effective September 18, 2026; and

WHEREAS, while the City conducts its recruitment process to permanently fill the City Clerk position, an Interim City Clerk will serve in the role for a yet-to-be-determined period; and

WHEREAS, the City currently has an Interim City Clerk who is expected to serve through September 17, 2026, and the City is actively recruiting for a successor; and

WHEREAS, during this transitional period, it is necessary for the City Manager to have authority to oversee and administer personnel and administrative matters rel ated to the Interim City Clerk position to ensure continuity of City operations.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council hereby delegates to the City Manager the authority to oversee and administer all personnel and administrative matters related to the Interim City Clerk position, including the authority to appoint and terminate an Interim City Clerk, assign and oversee work duties and assignments, establish work priorities, and take other necessary personnel and administrative actions consistent with applicable law, the Lodi Municipal Code, City policies, and any applicable employment agreement.

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, that this delegation shall take effect upon approval of this Resolution and shall remain in effect unless modified or rescinded by the City Council.

Dated: _______, 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 September 2, 2026, by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

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AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to File Claim for Fiscal Year 2025/26 Transportation Development Act Funds from Local Transportation Fund ($2,071,203) and State Transit Assistance Fund ($61,987) (PW)
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to file a claim with the San Joaquin Council of Governments for Fiscal Year 2025/26 Transportation Development Act Funds from Local Transportation Fund in the amount of $2,071,203 and State Transit Assistance Fund in the amount of $61,987.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The Transportation Development Act (TDA) provides two major sources of funding for public transportation projects: Local Transportation Fund (LTF) and State Transit Assistance (STA), which are apportioned to counties based on population, taxable sales and transit performance. Under the provisions of the TDA, the City is required to make an annual claim for LTF and STA funds. The claim is submitted to the State of California through the San Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG), the regional transportation planning agency designated by the State to administer and allocate TDA funds to eligible agencies in San Joaquin County.

The TDA Claim worksheets consist of transit operating and capital expenditures, revenue, fleet inventory, operational and performance data, and future transit operational and capital projections for determining compliance with triennial performance objectives established by SJCOG, as well as streets and roads and bicycle and pedestrian projects. Due to Bill AB 125, the City of Lodi is exempt from meeting previously established performance objectives through the FY2025/26 report year.

Lodi’s TDA Claim for Fiscal Year 2025/26 is $2,133,190, which is comprised of the following requests:

LTF STA Total
Transit Operations $1,000,000 $0 $1,000,000
Transit Capital Projects $285,000 $61,987 $346,987
Pedestrian/Bicycle Projects $207,915 $0 $207,915
Streets/Roads Projects $578,288 $0 $578,288
Total: $2,071,203 $61,987 $2,133,190
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before filing the final claim, based upon SJCOG review and comments.

The City’stransit operations (GrapeLine, Dial-A-Ride, and VineLine) are not dependent on the General Fund.

Transit is fully funded with Federal Transit Administration Funds, TDA, fare revenues, competitive grants and other State and local revenue sources.

FISCAL IMPACT:

This action will allow the City to claim and receive TDA funding to pay for ongoing transit operations and capital needs. Such funding was budgeted in Fiscal Year 2025/26 for the transit program and to support various streets and roads programs. There is no impact to the General Fund.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Funding appropriated with various capital projects and previously adopted budgets.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING CI TY MANAGER TO FILE CLAIM FOR FISCAL YEAR 20 25/26

TRANSPORTATION DEVELOPMENT ACT FUNDS FROM LOCAL

TRANSPORTATION FUND AND STATE TRANSIT ASSISTANCE FUND
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WHEREAS, the Transportation Development Act (TDA) provides two major sources of funding for public transportation projects: Local Transportation Fund (LTF) and State Transit Assistance (STA), which are apportione d to counties based on population, taxable sales, and transit performance; and

WHEREAS, under the provisions of the TDA, the City is required to make an annual claim for LTF and STA funds. The claim is submitted to the State of California through the Sa n Joaquin Council of Governments (SJCOG), the regional transportation planning agency designated by the State to administer and allocate TDA funds to eligible agencies in San Joaquin County; and

WHEREAS, Lodi’s TDA claim for Fiscal Year 2025/26 is $2,071,203, and STA is $61,987 which is comprised of the following requests:

LTF STA Total
Transit Operations $1,000,000 $0 $1,000,000 Transit Capital Projects $285,000 $61,987 $346,987
Pedestrian/Bicycle Projects $207,915 $0 $207,915
Streets/Roads Projects $578,288 $0 $578,288

Total: $2,071,203 $61,987 $2,133,190

WHEREAS, The City Manager may make minor adjustments when filing the final claim, based upon SJCOG review and comments; and

WHEREAS, staff recommends authorizing City Manager to file claim fo r Fiscal Year 2025/26 Transportation Development Act Funds from Local Transportation Fund in the amount of $2,071,203 and State Transit Assistance Fund in the amount of $61,987.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize City Manager t o file claim for Fiscal Year 2025/26 Transportation Development Act Funds from Local Transportation Fund in the amount of $ 2,071,203 and State Transit Assistance Fund in the amount of $61,987.

Dated: September 2, 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 September 2, 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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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Accept Improvements Under Contract for Mold Abatement at 2 N. Sacramento Street (PW) MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Accept improvements under Mold Abatement at 2 N. Sacramento St.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

The World of Wonder Science Museum (WOW) has leased retail space in the City’sParking Garage located at 2 N. Sacramento Street since 2006. Mold was identified in various areas due to faulty or aged weatherproofing.

In January 2026, Staff advertised the Mold Abatement at 2 N. Sacramento St. Project. This project consisted of mold inspection, abatement, and remediation of mold on contaminated portions of walls. The surfaces were cleaned and wall openings were repaired, textured, primed and painted.

Staff utilized the City’sUniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act portion of the adopted purchasing policy (for projects estimated below $220,000) to implement the informal bidding procedures. On January 28, 2026, three bids were received, one of which was deemed non-responsive. The responsive bids were as follows:

Company City Bid Amount
Paine Construction, Inc. Rio Linda $17,850
JM Environmental, Inc. Granite Bay $22,227
The contract was executed on April 20, 2026 with Paine Construction Inc. The work has been completed in substantial conformance with the specifications and no change orders were necessary.

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:

This project has no long-term fiscal impacts, however eliminated the potential liability associated with mold in a city-owned building.

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FUNDING AVAILABLE:

This project was funded through Transit Operations.

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COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc., dba Division 1 Construction Management Services of Lodi, for Construction Management Services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter Project (PW) MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution Authorizing City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc., dba Division 1 Construction Management Services of Lodi, for Construction Management Services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter Project.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On June 5, 2024, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc., dba Division 1 Construction Management Services of Lodi for construction management and inspection services for the City of Lodi Animal Services Facility in the amount of $227,226. The scope of work includes project management, quality assurance testing, special inspection, and related laboratory services related to the project.

On December 30, 2025, Amendment No. 1 was executed to increase the agreement amount by $75,000, for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $302,126.

On February 27, 2026, Amendment No. 2 was executed to extend the term of the agreement through May 31, 2026.

Throughout the course of the Animal Services Facility project, various unforeseen circumstances have impacted construction timelines and caused the project to extend further out than the original scope of work identified. Due to these unavoidable issues, the current contract term has lapsed. The current agreement will extend the agreement through October 31, 2026 to facilitate the construction management for project closeout and opening of the new facility.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact associated with Amendment No. 3. The amendment extends the agreement term only and does not increase the not-to-exceed amount.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

There is no funding needed for Amendment No. 3. Funding for the construction management services was previously approved by Council and no modifications are needed.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE AMENDMENT NO. 3 TO THE PROFESSIONAL
SERVICES AGREEMENT WITH BICKFO RD VENTURES INC., DBA DIVISION 1

CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICES OF LODI, FOR CONSTRU CTION

MANAGEMENT SERVICES FOR THE CITY OF LODI ANIMAL SHELTER PROJECT ================================================================== ======

WHEREAS, the City entered into a Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc. on June 5, 2024 , for construction management services for the City of Lodi Animal Shelter project; and

WHEREAS, Amendment No. 1 increased the contract amount by $75,000, for a revised not-to-exceed amount of $302,126 , and Amendment No. 2 extended the term through May 31, 2026; and

WHEREAS, project delays have extended construction beyond the current contract term ; and

WHEREAS, Amendment No. 3 extends the agreement term through October 31, 2026 and does not increase the not-to-exceed amount; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RES OLVED, that the L odi City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute Amendment No. 3 to the Professional Services Agreement with Bickford Ventures Inc. , dba Division 1 Construction Management Services of Lodi, for continued construction management services for the Animal Shelter project; 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 authorized to make minor revisions to the above-referenced document(s) t hat do not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

Dated: September 2, 2026
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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 September 2, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

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AGENDA TITLE:

Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) (CD) MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Kari Chadwick, CDD Program Specialist
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Public Hearing to Consider Adopting a Resolution Approving the 2025-26 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

A public hearing is required as part of the federal compliance process under the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.

The 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) outlines the programs and activities implemented by the City during the 2025-26 program year, which spans from July 1, 2025, to June 30, 2026. The City received $655,037 in CDBG entitlement funds for the 25-26 program year.

In June 2025, the City adopted its 2025-26 Annual Action Plan (AAP), which identified specific projects and programs aligned with the strategic goals of the City’s2024-2028 Consolidated Plan. As the second year of implementation under the five-year plan, the City made measurable progress toward its long-term goals through direct program outcomes and planning efforts for future initiatives.

The Consolidated Plan outlines six strategic goals to address identified community needs. During the 2025-26 program year, activities supported progress on all six goals:

1. Improve Public and Community Facilities

2. Preserve and Increase Affordable Housing

3. Support Critical Public Services

4. Encourage Fair Housing Practices

5. Reduce Homelessness

6. Planning and Administration
The public review and comment period for the draft CAPER will run from August 17, 2026, through September 2, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. Staff will compile all comments received during the public review period and public hearing for inclusion in the final CAPER submitted to HUD.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

Not applicable.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Not applicable.

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CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes
Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a) This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year.

The 2025 program year marked the second year of the City of Lodi’s implementation of the 2024–2028 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Consolidated Plan. Throughout this year, the City carried out a range of CDBG-funded projects and programs aimed at fulfilling the Strategic Plan goals. These activities were implemented by City staff, contractors, and subrecipients, and collectively addressed all six goals outlined in the Consolidated Plan.

The City made significant progress in improving public and community facilities by renovating and modernizing spaces that serve social service and public needs; critical public services were supported by funding local nonprofits; and social service providers that deliver essential resources to vulnerable populations to reduce homelessness.

Efforts to preserve and increase affordable housing were advanced through rehabilitation of existing housing stock and partnerships to support new development are making progress and likely completed in PY2026 and reported in 2026 CAPER

The City also encouraged fair housing practices by promoting education, outreach, and enforcement efforts in collaboration with its partners and saw moderate success. Finally, planning and administration activities ensured that CDBG funds were effectively managed and aligned with federal requirements, enabling the City to maintain program integrity and strategic oversight.

Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual 207
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outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals.

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Strategic Plan Goal Funding Indicator Unit of
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Activity Operator
IMPROVE PUBLIC AND COMMUNITY FACILITIES 12,200 11,750 96% Hope Harbor
Security Upgrades
The Salvation
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AND COMMUNITY

FACILITIES
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Persons
Assisted 11,750 11,750 100%
PRESERVE AND INCREASE AFFORDABLE HOUSING 64 0 0%
Seniors at Lodi
Commons
Housing
Authority of the
County of San
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AFFORDABLE

HOUSING
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Constructed
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Family Resource
Center CPFSJ SUPPORT CRITICAL

PUBLIC SERVICES
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Income Housing
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PUBLIC SERVICES
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Income Housing
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ENCOURAGE FAIR HOUSING PRACTICES 1,094 663 61%
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REDUCE HOMELESSNESS 500 455 91%
PROPEL Program PREVAIL REDUCE
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Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified.

The City ultimately funded a range of activities that advanced goals identified in the Consolidated Plan: improving public and community facilities, preserving and increasing affordable housing, supporting critical public services, encouraging fair housing practices, reducing homelessness, and maintaining effective planning and administration. Funded programs included fair housing services through SJFH, food assistance via Second Harvest, youth and family outreach through PREVAIL’s PROPEL Program and CPFSJ’s Family Resource Center, senior nutrition support from LOEL’s Meals on Wheels, and shelter operations at The Salvation Army’s Hope Harbor. Additionally, the City supported the predevelopment of Salas Park Senior Affordable Housing, a major step toward increasing housing options for very low-income seniors and veterans.

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CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted).

91.520(a)
CDBG
White 2,385
Black or African American 207
Asian 88
American Indian or American Native 51
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 12
Total 2,743
Hispanic 1,375
Not Hispanic 1,368

Table 2 – Table of assistance to racial and ethnic populations by source of funds

Narrative
The above table does not include multi racial categories. In PY2025, the City assisted 3,437 persons with 1,586 persons identifying as Hispanic. The CDBG program assisted 2,385 persons identifying as White with 1,338 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 207 persons identifying as Black with 16 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 88 persons identifying as Asian with 13 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 51 persons identifying as American Indian with 8 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 12 persons identifying as Native Hawaiian; 35 persons identifying as American Indian and White with 3 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 65 persons identifying as Asian and White with 14 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 36 persons identifying as Black and White with 13 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 30 persons identifying as American Indian and Black with 16 persons also identifying as Hispanic; 528 persons identifying as other multi racial with 165 persons also identifying as Hispanic.

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CR-15 - Resources and Investments 91.520(a)
Identify the resources made available
Source of Funds Source Resources Made
Available
Amount Expended
During Program Year
CDBG public - federal 655,037 282,568.19
Table 3 - Resources Made Available

Narrative
During PY2025, the City made a total of $655,037 in federal resources available through the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program. Of this amount, $282,568.19 was expended during the program year to support eligible activities and projects that align with CDBG objectives. No additional federal resources outside of the CDBG allocation were made available or expended during this period.

This funding supported a range of initiatives aimed at improving community infrastructure, expanding access to services, and addressing the needs of low- and moderate-income residents.

Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target Area Planned Percentage of
Allocation
Actual Percentage of
Allocation
Narrative Description
CDBG Target Area 51 20.8
City-Wide Activity 49 79.2 No Geographic Target
RCAP/ECAP 45.02
Table 4 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments

Narrative
Areas of concentrated poverty generally have less private investment from financial institutions and less capital investment for beautification and construction initiatives. This generally results in the need for more assistance with projects that are intended to improve capital features in low-income areas. The capital improvement projects that will take place in the CDBG target area (i.e., funding Graffiti Abatement) are intended to mitigate the lack of investment for improvements to low-income areas.

CDBG funded activities will serve at least 70 percent low- to moderate-income persons. Most social service organizations offer their services citywide. Due to Lodi’s concentrated low-moderate income area, it is believed that the majority of recipients reside in the CDBG target area; however, for purposes of this calculation, the projects are considered citywide activities and are not included in the CDBG target area.
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Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan.

The CDBG Program does not impose formal matching requirements. However, when evaluating subrecipient applications and project proposals submitted to the City for CDBG funding each year, the presence of match funds is considered as a contributing factor in the decision-making process.

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CR-20 - Affordable Housing 91.520(b)
Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low-income, low-income, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served.

One-Year Goal Actual
Number of Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units 0 0
Number of Non-Homeless households to be
provided affordable housing units 54 0
Number of Special-Needs households to be
provided affordable housing units 0 0
Total 54 0
Table 5 – Number of Households

One-Year Goal Actual
Number of households supported through
Rental Assistance 0 0
Number of households supported through
The Production of New Units 54 0
Number of households supported through
Rehab of Existing Units 0 0
Number of households supported through
Acquisition of Existing Units 0 0
Total 54 0
Table 6 – Number of Households Supported

Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals.

City awarded CDBG funds to Housing Authority’s Salas Park, which has predevelopment underway.

Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans.

The City remains committed to addressing housing needs by strategically allocating CDBG funds to initiatives that have the greatest impact on low- and moderate-income households. This includes improving access to economic opportunities, essential services, and public infrastructure. In addition to direct CDBG investments, the City actively pursues alternative approaches to support affordable housing—such as preserving existing units through rehabilitation efforts, providing renter assistance programs, and developing transitional housing for individuals facing emergency or unstable living situations.
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Furthermore, the City continues to seek additional grant resources beyond CDBG funding to expand the development of affordable, transitional, and supportive housing options. These efforts reflect a comprehensive approach to meeting the diverse housing needs of the community and promoting long- term stability for vulnerable populations.

Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity.

Number of Households Served CDBG Actual HOME Actual
Extremely Low-income 0 0
Low-income 0 0
Moderate-income 0 0
Total 0 0
Table 7 – Number of Households Served

Narrative Information
In alignment with HUD requirements, the City of Lodi continues to prioritize CDBG funding for low- and moderate-income households and neighborhoods. For public infrastructure projects, the City applied an area benefit approach to determine population demographics, ensuring that improvements directly served low-income communities.

To further address housing needs, the City actively seeks new resources to develop affordable, transitional, and permanent supportive housing units. In addition to constructing new housing, Lodi supports the preservation of existing affordable housing through rehabilitation efforts. A recent example includes funding awarded to Creekside Senior Apartments and Salas Park Apartments to maintain long- term affordability for senior residents.

The City also continued its support of fair housing initiatives during the 2025 program year through funding to San Joaquin Fair Housing (SJFH). These programs assist individuals facing housing discrimination and landlord disputes, offering professional guidance and legal support. SJFH’s renter helpline connects individuals with counselors and legal advisors to help resolve issues related to unfair housing practices.

To address worst case housing needs, the City utilized allocations from other grant sources and did not rely on CDBG funds for these efforts. This strategic use of diverse funding streams allows Lodi to maximize its impact across a range of housing challenges while preserving CDBG resources for targeted community development priorities.
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CR-25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through:

Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs
The City of Lodi has many avenues for conducting outreach and addressing the individual needs of homeless individuals, including those that are sheltered, unsheltered, and at risk of being homeless. The Lodi Committee on Homelessness assists community with facilitates community discussions, plans, and coordination with the City’s residents and homeless populations. It is important to note the members of the committee include homeless and housing service providers such as The Salvation Army, Outreach Ministries International, Lodi House, and many others. Through their participation and sharing of needs/gaps, the Committee and City staff remain informed of current homeless needs. Recent activities undertaken by the Committee on Homelessness included conducting a Point-in-Time count in January 2026 that assessed the characteristics of homeless populations in the City.

In 2025, the City awarded PREVAIL, to fund outreach to unaccompanied youth and direct them towards needed assistance; and The Salvation Army’s overnight shelter, Hope Harbor, which runs several outreach programs. These efforts address the City’s goal of reducing homelessness. Completion of the Access Center will allow even more ways to connect and assess this vulnerable population.

Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons Currently, the two main providers of transitional and emergency housing in the City are The Salvation Army and the Lodi House. The City will continue to support these organizations in their efforts to address and prevent homelessness, and advocate for the allocation of additional funding through CDBG and County Emergency Food and Shelter Programs. Anticipated funding for these facilities will be centered on capital improvements to the facilities and providing administrative and program support to their operations.

Additionally, the City partners with Outreach Ministries International to operate the Temporary Access Center and Emergency Shelter, an interim navigation center. This program offers overnight accommodations for up to 49 individuals, while day services connect 80 to 100 clients to essential resources. The facility provides comprehensive wraparound services, including case management, housing navigation, and access to supportive services such as behavioral health and substance use treatment.

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approximately 25 participants. Although located in a neighboring city, the program also accepts clients who reside in Lodi.

In addition to the support offered to entities that offer transitional housing and shelter, the City has also secured Housing and Homelessness Incentive Program (HHIP) and Regional Early Action Plan (REAP) 2.0 funds for an adaptive reuse of an existing Hotel to create 40+ units of transitional and supportive housing which was completed summer 2026. The City also secured HEAP and HHAP funds to developed 4 permanent supportive housing units in the City assisting individuals who are unsheltered, sheltered, or at risk of being homeless.

The 2025 awardee programs from PREVAIL and The Salvation Army both provide emergency shelter and transitional housing for homeless persons. The City’s service to such activities is aligned with this Plan’s goal of reducing homelessness.

The City plans to open the Access Center in December 2026 with initial capacity of 100 beds and the ability to accommodate 200 beds on an emergency basis.

Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs The City supports CPFSJ’s youth programs, which promote the mental, emotional, social, and educational well-being of Lodi’s youth. In turn, these programs help young people make positive choices about their future, including efforts at school and with career opportunities. Some of the program’s participants come from families that have experienced multigenerational poverty, and this program contributes to ending that cycle by introducing resources that create more opportunities for the participant.

The City’s LodiGRIP program supports youth who are at risk of joining or are associated with local gangs.. Many participants in this program have chosen either to not enter gangs or to separate themselves from gang involvement as a result of this program.

The City supports Second Harvest Food Bank, which gives food to families teetering on the edge of homelessness. Additionally, some of Lodi’s seniors are on limited incomes and face medical care expenses. To assist these residents in avoiding becoming homeless due to cost burdens associated with aging, the City provides CDBG funding to the LOEL Center to support the center’s Meals on Wheels Program. The program delivers hot and cold meals that are also tailored to the particular nutritional and 217
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dietary needs of elderly residents. Meals are delivered directly to seniors, who are also screened for various other needs. Such activities are in service to the goal of reducing homelessness.

Additionally, Lodi’s new Access Center, as a low barrier shelter, is the culmination of coordination and unified effort to address and prevent homelessness. The City is currently in development for their permanent Access Center and Emergency Shelter (Access Center) which will have the capacity to house the 2022 Lodi PIT Count. The Access Center will be a low-barrier, service-enriched shelter that facilitates linkage to needed resources to help individuals and families exit the cycle of homelessness. Onsite services include intensive case management, hygiene facilities, 24/7 staffing including security, and janitorial services. The Access Center offers people the opportunity to regain safety and engage in supportive connections that allow them to move forward with rebuilding their lives, as well as develop pathways to permanent housing, income, healthcare, sobriety, and stability. To make sheltering more accessible, partners, pets, and possessions are allowed in a low barrier setting

Lastly, foster care programs in San Joaquin County are overseen by the Human Services Agency. In California, state law requires public foster care programs to provide an independent living program and formulate transition plans for all youth preparing for emancipation. The City will continue to work with the Human Services Agency and the CoC members to assist youth exiting the foster care system.

Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
The City used several strategies to assist chronically homeless persons. The following actions occurred in 2025:
o The City supported Second Harvest Food Bank, which provides food to many local Lodi service providers that then pass this food along to individuals and families who are homeless or at risk of homelessness. Healthy food contributes to better health and can reduce financial stress due to medical costs, which can be a factor in homelessness.
o The City supported the LOEL Center and The Salvation Army, which provide food to extremely low- and very low-income residents across the city. Food provision can help some residents save funds to use on other necessities, such as health and housing.
o The City continued to support the CoC’s efforts to push for unified policies and strategies to address homelessness in San Joaquin County.
o The City continued to maintain and support the Homeless Liaison Officer position in the Lodi Police Department. The Homeless Liaison Officer works directly with the local unsheltered homeless population to offer assistance, connect them with available services, and find placement in shelters and 218
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more permanent housing. Two additional Bicycle Officer positions were added to assist with the downtown area of Lodi.
o The San Joaquin Community Assessment, Response, and Engagement Services (CARES) team is a program designed to address homelessness by collaborating with local agencies, law enforcement, and community organizations to consolidate outreach initiatives throughout San Joaquin County. o Through the Lodi Committee on Homelessness, the City continued to work with local service providers to expand the reach and resources that they offer. This committee serves as a community resource for local stakeholders and community members to come together once a month with the primary purpose of discussing homeless characteristics and planning for future initiatives to combat homelessness. o SJFH was supported by the City to educate individuals and families on their housing rights and homeless prevention.
o The City continued to operate the temporary emergency shelter that opened on July 22, 2022 that has the capacity to house up to 49 individuals overnight and sees approximately 80 clients on a daily basis until the permanent shelter is complete.
o The City is working to complete development of the permanent Access Center and Emergency Shelter that will have the capacity to house up to its 2022 Point-in-Time Count of 208.

The City established an Outreach Coordinator/Director position through a contract in collaboration with the temporary emergency shelter operator, currently Outreach Ministries International. This role focuses on outreach to the unsheltered community in Lodi, ensuring individuals have access to available resources. The City is actively seeking opportunities to collaborate with other service providers, such as Lodi House and Ready-to-Work, to enhance homeless services and expand housing options, including temporary, transitional, and permanent units.

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CR-30 - Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j)
Actions taken to address the needs of public housing
The City of Lodi continues to collaborate closely with the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) to support the transition of homeless individuals and families into permanent housing and independent living. While HACSJ operates independently and the City does not control its funding or program implementation, this partnership remains vital to expanding affordable housing access and stabilizing vulnerable populations.

HACSJ administers a range of housing assistance programs—including Section 8 Housing Choice Vouchers, public housing, and low-income housing tax credit properties—serving thousands of residents across San Joaquin County. The agency owns and manages over 1,000 public housing units and maintains separate waitlists for each program, ensuring that low-income families, seniors, veterans, and people with disabilities have access to safe and affordable housing.

In a major step forward, the Lodi City Council awarded HACSJ a vacant parcel for the development of 108 units of senior affordable housing, Salas Park Apartments, with a preference for veterans. This project will significantly increase the City’s affordable housing stock and provide permanent housing options for populations at high risk of chronic homelessness. Additionally, the City is working with HACSJ’s development entity to rehabilitate the Creekside South Apartments, preserving and improving existing senior housing infrastructure.

The City’s updated 2024 Housing Element further reinforces its commitment to addressing housing needs over the next eight years. This policy framework outlines strategies to increase housing affordability, expand access to supportive housing, and prevent homelessness recurrence. By aligning local planning efforts with HACSJ’s housing programs, the City is helping shorten the duration of homelessness and create sustainable pathways to independent living.

Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
HACSJ actively promotes resident engagement by encouraging public housing tenants to participate in shaping policies, procedures, and program development through its Resident Advisory Board. To keep residents informed and connected, HACSJ distributes newsletters that include updates on agency initiatives, training and employment opportunities, and other valuable community resources.

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identify resident priorities and guide both immediate and future improvements across housing communities.

Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs
HACSJ is designated as a “Standard Performer.”
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CR-35 - Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)
Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j); 91.320 (i) In the 2025 program year, the City provided funding to San Joaquin Fair Housing (SJFH) to support efforts aimed at reducing barriers to affordable housing. A comprehensive overview of the actions taken to address these barriers, as identified in the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice, is included in section 91.520(a) below. The City also adopted its updated Housing Element and is in the process of revising its General Plan—both of which informed the development of the 2024–2028 Five-Year Consolidated Plan. In 2025, SJFH assisted 663 families.

Additionally, the City provide preapproved ADU plans to the public in an effort to streamline the permitting process for its residents.

Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) In the 2025 CDBG program year, the City of Lodi supported a range of programs aimed at addressing the needs of underserved populations. These included San Joaquin Fair Housing’s (SJFH) housing counseling services, community outreach, and educational seminars designed to promote fair housing practices and empower residents with knowledge of their rights.

The City also funded Second Harvest Food Bank, which provided vital food assistance to disabled individuals, seniors, youth, and persons experiencing homelessness and their families—helping to alleviate food insecurity among the most vulnerable.

Additionally, the City supported the Community Partnership for Families of San Joaquin (CPFSJ), whose services focus on at-risk youth and their families, particularly those vulnerable to gang involvement.

CPFSJ’s programming has been especially impactful for Hispanic youth and their families, offering culturally responsive support and prevention strategies.

The LOEL Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels Program also received funding to deliver nutritious meals to elderly residents, many of whom are disabled and socially isolated. This program not only ensures access to proper nutrition but also provides daily wellness checks and social contact, helping seniors maintain independence and well-being.
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Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) In 2025, the City of Lodi continued its efforts to reduce lead-based paint hazards through a combination of policy implementation, public outreach, and direct housing rehabilitation. As part of its prior residential repair and rehabilitation program, the City maintained its policy of conducting lead-based paint testing when required by HUD regulations.

Given the age and condition of Lodi’s housing stock, this testing remains a critical component of ensuring safe living environments, as many homes are at risk for lead hazards. To support public awareness, the City provided informational flyers and resources at City Hall for residents seeking guidance or who may be affected by lead-based paint.

Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Several of the City of Lodi’s strategic goals supported its broader objective of reducing poverty during the year 2025 program. These included: (1) Improving Public and Community Facilities, (2) Preserving and Increasing Affordable Housing, (3) Supporting Critical Public Services, (4) Encouraging Fair Housing Practices, and (5) Reducing Homelessness. Throughout the 2024–2028 Consolidated Plan period, the City funded targeted activities aligned with these goals to address the needs of low-income and underserved populations.

In the 2025 program year, the City implemented multiple projects aimed at reducing the number of families living at or below the poverty level. These efforts were carried out in coordination with local service providers and community organizations, with CDBG funds allocated to support priority populations. Funded activities included:
• 25 SJFH – Fair Housing Services: Promoted housing equity and access through counseling, outreach, and complaint resolution. 663 families assisted
• 25 CPFSJ – Family Resource Center: Provided wraparound services to at-risk youth and families, including gang prevention and case management. 755 persons assisted • 25 Second Harvest of the Greater Valley – Food Assistance: Distributed food to low-income individuals and families, including seniors and persons experiencing homelessness. Over 2,107 families assisted • 25 LOEL Senior Center – Meals on Wheels: Delivered nutritious meals and wellness checks to homebound elderly residents. 120 seniors assisted
• 25 PREVAIL – PROPEL Program: Offered outreach and homeless prevention services for youth and families, with a focus on stability and long-term support. 14 persons assisted • 25 PS Graffiti Abatement: Improved public spaces and community safety through graffiti removal. 20,000 persons benefited
• 25 HACSJ Salas Park: Supported the development of affordable senior housing with veteran preference. Predevelopment underway
• 25 The Salvation Army – Hope Harbor Shelter Operations: Provided emergency shelter, meals, and supportive services to individuals and families experiencing homelessness. 441 persons assisted 223
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Together, these initiatives reflected the City’s commitment to addressing the root causes of poverty through housing, public services, infrastructure improvements, and community development.

Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) In the 2025 program year, the City of Lodi addressed affordable housing needs by supporting the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) with predevelopment costs for the Salas Park Senior Affordable Housing Project. This initiative will result in the construction of 110 units of affordable housing for very low-income seniors, developed in two phases on a 3-acre parcel of city-owned land north of Salas Park. The project includes universal design features, energy-efficient appliances, and solar integration to reduce utility costs for residents. It also prioritizes accessibility and community amenities, such as a multipurpose room, kitchen, laundry facilities, and offices for social services and property management.

This development represents a significant step toward increasing Lodi’s affordable housing stock and reflects the City’s ongoing collaboration with HACSJ to meet the housing needs of seniors and veterans.

The City’s support for predevelopment activities helped lay the groundwork for this transformative project, which aligns with long-term goals outlined in the City’s 2024 Housing Element and the 2024– 2028 Consolidated Plan.

Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
The City continued its participation in regional coordination efforts to support low- to moderate-income families during the 2025 program year. This included active involvement with the Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board, ongoing collaboration with the Housing Authority of the County of San Joaquin (HACSJ) to address affordable housing needs, and engagement in various community-based committees.

Through these partnerships and networking opportunities, the City helped advance community planning and development strategies aimed at improving access to housing, services, and resources for underserved populations. Additionally, the City shared its Consolidated Plan with key community stakeholders to promote transparency, encourage feedback, and strengthen collective efforts to meet local needs.

Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) Based on the City of Lodi’s 2023 Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice and actions taken during the 2025 program year, the City made measurable progress in addressing identified barriers to fair housing. These efforts were aligned with the updated 2023–2031 Housing Element and the 2024– 2028 Consolidated Plan.
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1. Fair Housing Education and Outreach
• The City funded San Joaquin Fair Housing (SJFH) to provide housing counseling, outreach, and public seminars. These services were shared with property managers, landlords, housing case managers, and social service providers to promote fair housing awareness and compliance. • Informational materials and flyers on fair housing rights and lead-based paint hazards were made available at City Hall to educate residents and stakeholders.

2. Expanding Affordable Housing Access
• The City supported predevelopment costs for HACSJ’s Salas Park Senior Affordable Housing Project, which will add 110 units for very low-income seniors, with a preference for veterans. • The City continued collaboration with HACSJ to rehabilitate Creekside South Apartments, preserving affordable housing for seniors.
• The City adopted its updated Housing Element in 2024, identifying suitable development sites and aligning with RHNA goals to produce 1,520 units for low- and moderate-income households.

3. Addressing Discriminatory Screening Practices
• Through its partnership with SJFH, the City supported fair housing testing and complaint investigations, including efforts to examine landlord screening practices and promote equitable access to housing for vulnerable populations such as young families, seniors, and formerly incarcerated individuals.

4. Improving Substandard Housing Conditions
• The City explored the feasibility of using CDBG funds to support rental inspection programs aimed at identifying and correcting code violations and safety issues.

5. Supporting Vulnerable Populations
• The City funded programs that directly serve seniors, people with disabilities, and families with children, including:
o LOEL Senior Center’s Meals on Wheels Program
o Second Harvest Food Assistance Program
o CPFSJ Family Resource Center
o PREVAIL PROPEL Program for youth and family outreach
o The Salvation Army’s Hope Harbor Shelter Operations

6. Policy and Planning Initiatives
• The City continued revising its General Plan and Development Code to allow for increased housing density, manufactured homes, residential care facilities, and expanded emergency shelter options. • The City participated in regional coordination efforts through the Emergency Food and Shelter Program Board and other community-based committees to advance fair housing and planning goals.

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CR-40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements
The City’s CDBG program is administered by a dedicated Program Specialist under the supervision of the Neighborhood Services Manager, who oversees the program’s strategic direction and implementation.

The Program Specialist is responsible for managing core functions including budget tracking, regulatory reporting, procurement processes, labor compliance enforcement, and day-to-day program operations.

Regular communication with subrecipients is maintained, with quarterly check-ins to review progress reports, provide technical assistance, and address any emerging issues.

To assist the Program Specialist, the City has a contracted provider who is part of a broader team of experienced consultants that the City engages in for specialized expertise and support. With over three years of experience, the consultant brings a solid foundation in implementing key planning documents such as the Consolidated Plan, Housing Element, and the Analysis of Impediments to Fair Housing Choice.

To ensure program integrity and adherence to federal standards, the City has established a thorough monitoring system designed to track the timely execution of activities aligned with the Consolidated Plan. This system complies with all applicable federal regulations, including 2 CFR 200.328, 2 CFR 200.331, 24 CFR 570.501, and 24 CFR 570.503(b)(1), and is guided by sound management principles and accounting practices.

Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d)
Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports.

To ensure transparency and public engagement, the City of Lodi provided the draft 2025 CAPER for public review and comment prior to the scheduled City Council hearing. A public notice was published in both English and Spanish in the Lodi News Sentinel, detailing how residents could access the document and submit feedback starting August 15, 2026, ending on September 1, 2026. The City also shared the notice via social media and streamed the public hearing on YouTube Live to broaden accessibility. The CAPER was presented at the City Council meeting on September 2, 2026.

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City Council. Upon approval, the report was submitted to HUD. Supporting materials, including the presentation and Council resolution, are included in the appendix of this document. [During the City Council meeting, the City received [x] comments; [x] comments were accepted and [brief details]; [x] comments were rejected due to [x.]]
CR-45 - CDBG 91.520(c)
Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences.

No changes identified at this time.

Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants?
No
[BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year.

N/A

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CR-58 – Section 3
Identify the number of individuals assisted and the types of assistance provided Total Labor Hours CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF
Total Number of Activities 0 0 0 0 0
Total Labor Hours 0
Total Section 3 Worker Hours 0
Total Targeted Section 3 Worker Hours 0
Table 8 – Total Labor Hours

Qualitative Efforts - Number of Activities by Program CDBG HOME ESG HOPWA HTF Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Public Housing Targeted Workers
Outreach efforts to generate job applicants who are Other Funding Targeted Workers.

Direct, on-the job training (including apprenticeships).

Indirect training such as arranging for, contracting for, or paying tuition for, off-site training.

Technical assistance to help Section 3 workers compete for jobs (e.g., resume assistance, coaching).

Outreach efforts to identify and secure bids from Section 3 business concerns.

Technical assistance to help Section 3 business concerns understand and bid on contracts.

Division of contracts into smaller jobs to facilitate participation by Section 3 business concerns.

Provided or connected residents with assistance in seeking employment including: drafting resumes,preparing for interviews, finding job opportunities, connecting residents to job placement services.

Held one or more job fairs.

Provided or connected residents with supportive services that can provide direct services or referrals.

Provided or connected residents with supportive services that provide one or more of the following: work readiness health screenings, interview clothing, uniforms, test fees, transportation.

Assisted residents with finding child care.

Assisted residents to apply for, or attend community college or a four year educational institution.

Assisted residents to apply for, or attend vocational/technical training.

Assisted residents to obtain financial literacy training and/or coaching.

Bonding assistance, guaranties, or other efforts to support viable bids from Section 3 business concerns.

Provided or connected residents with training on computer use or online technologies.

Promoting the use of a business registry designed to create opportunities for disadvantaged and small businesses.

Outreach, engagement, or referrals with the state one-stop system, as designed in Section 121(e)(2) of the Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act.

Other.

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OMB Control No: 2506-0117 (exp. 09/30/2021)

Narrative
No activities in PY2025 required Section 3 considerations.

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE 2025-26 COMMUNITY

DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG) CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE

AND EVALUATION REPORT (CAPER) AND AUTHORIZING THE SUBMISSION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND URBAN DEVELOPMENT

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WHEREAS, the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) has determined that the City of Lodi, California, may receive an annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds as an entitlement community; and

WHEREAS, the 2025-26 CAPER describes the programs and activities accomplished during that program year, in which the City received $655,037 in federal CDBG entitlement funds; and

WHEREAS, the 2025-26 Annual Action Plan was adopted by the City Council on June 18, 2025, and subsequently submitted to HUD for approval; and

WHEREAS, the City of Lodi has held, with proper notification and at the completion of the mandated public com ment period (August 17, 2026 to September 2, 2026), a public hearing at the City Council meeting on September 2, 2026, to receive comments on the CAPER; and

WHEREAS, staff will incorporate any public comments received and finalize the CAPER document prior to submission to HUD; and

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the Lodi City Council does hereby approve the 2025-26 CDBG Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) and authorize the submission to HUD.

Dated: September 2, 2026
============================================================================= 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 September 2, 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 G.1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’sEmployment Agreement of Christina Castro as Public Works Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective October 5, 2026 (HR) MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

James Peavey, Human Resources Manager
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution Ratifying the City Manager’sEmployment Agreement of Christina Castro as Public Works Director and Approving the Employment Agreement effective October 5, 2026.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

On November 3, 2025, the Public Works Director position became vacant. The City of Lodi engaged the services of an executive recruitment firm to conduct the recruitment to fill this position. The City Manager selected Christina Castro to fill the position.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The annual salary is $225,830.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

The total cost of compensation and benefits will be funded through the Public Works Department's existing personnel budget.

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EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT
Executive Management
(Exempt Service)

Public Works Director

This Employment Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into as of , 2026, by and between the CITY OF LODI, a municipal corporation (hereinafter called “City”), and CHRISTINA CASTRO, an individual, (hereinafter referred to as “Employee”) (City and Employee hereinafter referred to individually as “Party” or collectively as the “Parties”).

RECITALS:

WHEREAS, Employee desires to be employed as Public Works Director and City desires to employ the services of Employee as Public Works Director; and
WHEREAS, City and Employee desire to agree in writing as to the terms and conditions of employment for the Public Works Director; and

WHEREAS, Employee and City agree and acknowledge that Employee’s employment as Public Works Director is her sole and exclusive employment with City, and that their employment relationship is governed solely and exclusively by this Agreement.

AGREEMENT:

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and conditions set forth herein, the Parties hereto mutually agree as follows:

1. Employment: City agrees to employ Employee as Public Works Director, in accordance with the following provisions:

(a) Employee shall serve as Public Works Director, and shall be responsible for managing and directing the operations of the Public Works Department in accordance with an agreed upon performance plan.
(b) Employee shall perform her duties to the best of her ability in accordance with the highest professional and ethical standards of the profession and shall comply with all general rules and regulations established by the City.

(c) Employee shall not engage in any activity, which is or may become a conflict of interest, prohibited contract, or which may create an incompatibility of office as defined under California law. Employee shall comply fully with her reporting and disclosure obligations under regulations promulgated by the Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC).

(d) Employee agrees to remain in the exclusive employ of the City during the term of this Agreement. Employee shall dedicate her full energies and qualifications to her employment as Public Works Director, and shall not engage in any other employment except as set forth in this agreement or as may be specifically approved in writing in advance by the City Manager.

2. Start Date: Employee shall begin work as Public Works Director on October 5, 2026 (herein referred to as “Start Date”).

3. Maintenance of Professional Expertise : To promote continued professional growth and benefit to the City, Employee shall, at City expense and consistent with budgetary constraints: maintain membership in professional organizations related to professional disciplines; attend workshops, seminars and other similar activities designed to advance Employee’s professional development; and, represent the 232
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City in professional associations and other organizations. City shall pay for, or reimburse Employee for, the full cost of maintaining and renewing Employee’s California Professional Engineer license.

4. Resignation, or Termination:
(a) Employee may resign at any time and agrees to give City at least 30 days advance written notice of the effective date of her resignation. In such event, Employee shall not be entitled to severance pay as provided in Paragraph 5 herein.

(b) The Parties recognize and affirm that Employee may be terminated by the City Manager with cause, which shall mean gross insubordination, incapacity, dereliction of duty, conviction of a crime involving acts of moral turpitude or involving personal gain to her, or material breach of this Agreement. In such event, Employee shall not be entitled to severance pay as provided in Paragraph 5 herein.

(c) The Parties recognize and affirm that Employee may be terminated by the City Manager without cause. In such event, Employee shall be entitled to severance pay as provided in Paragraph 5 herein.

(d) In the event of termination and in recognition of Employee’s professional status and integrity, Employee and the City Manager shall prepare a joint public statement to be made by the City Manager. This employment relationship is based on the mutual respect between the Parties and a desire to maintain the highest degree of professionalism. In communicating with third Parties about the Parties’ employment relationship and the circumstances under which it may have been severed, the Parties shall (a) protect and advance their mutual respect and professionalism, and (b) refrain from making statements that would negatively impact either Party.
(e) Employee may choose to resign or retire her office instead of being terminated if agreed to by the City Manager. In such an event the public announcement, as provided for in Paragraph 4 (d) above, will note Employee has resigned or retired. The provisions of Paragraph 4 (d) shall remain applicable. In such event, Employee shall not be entitled to severance pay as provided in Paragraph 5 herein.

5. Severance Pay: If Employee is terminated by the City Manager without cause while still willing and able to perform the duties of Public Works Director, City agrees to pay Employee a cash payment equal to six (6) months’ aggregate salary and the City’s cost of six (6) months’ health insurance benefits subject to reduction as set forth in this Paragraph 5. The severance payment will be paid over time at the same time as other employees of the City are paid and subject to customary withholdings. In the event Employee retains new employment during the six-month severance period, any remaining severance payment will be forfeited as of the date Employee begins her new Employment. To be eligible for such severance payment, Employee shall fulfill all of her obligations under this Agreement, and shall sign an Acknowledgment and Release of Claims against the City in a form acceptable to the City Attorney. Payment under this paragraph will release City from any further obligations under this Agreement, or any other circumstance or transaction between the Parties.

6. Employment as Department Head is Sole Employment with City: Employee further represents and acknowledges that her employment as Public Works Director is her sole and exclusive employment with the City. Employee has no right to any other exempt position with the City or to any employment in the classified service.

7. Salary :
(a) City agrees to pay Employee $225,830 in salary per annum for her services, payable in installments at the same time as other employees of the City are paid and subject to customary withholding. The City may reduce base salary compensation or other financial benefits of Employee as part of general salary reduction in pay among and common to all employees. In addition, Employee shall pay seven percent (7%) (Employee’s share) of her salary toward the California Public Employees Retirement system benefit and agrees to a cost-sharing agreement.
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(b) Employee will receive a three percent (3%) cost-of-living increase effective in the first pay period of both January 2027 and January 2028.

8. Benefits:
(a) The City shall provide Employee the same benefits as provided to management employees in accordance with the terms of the Executive Management Statement of Benefits, amended as of May 16, 2012, and as hereafter amended, increased or decreased, except as modified herein. City shall pay 90% of the medical premium, by enrollment category, for the lowest cost HMO plan available in the zip code 95240, effective January 1, 2026. Employee’s vacation leave shall be calculated as if she is in her 10th year of service with the City (accrued at 4.62 hours per pay-period), increasing thereafter as provided in the Executive Management Statement of Benefits. Employee shall be granted an 80 hour leave bank that can only be used during Employee’s first 12 months of employment, this additional leave bank shall expire upon Employee’s first anniversary with City.

(b) The foregoing benefits are the sole and exclusive benefits to be provided to Employee. Any improvement or modification of such benefits may only be made by written instrument signed by the City Manager. As used herein, benefits include, but are not limited to: vacation, sick leave, holidays, administrative leave, retirement, vision insurance, health insurance, dental insurance, long-term disability insurance, life insurance, and deferred compensation.

9. Cell Phone/Vehicle: Employee will be provided with a cellular telephone for employment related use at the City’s expense or a monthly stipend, at Employee’s option, on terms consistent with other Executive Managers. Employee will also be provided with access to the City Manager pool car for work related use on an as available basis.

10. Performance Evaluation: The City Manager shall review and evaluate the performance of Employee no less than one time each year and set goals and objectives for the ensuing year. Such review and evaluation shall be in accordance with specific criteria developed in the performance plan in consultation with Employee and the City Manager.

11. Assignment: Employee shall not assign any of the duties and responsibilities, or obligations of this Agreement except with the express written consent of the City Manager.

12. Authority to Work in the United States: Employee represents, under penalty of perjury, that she is authorized to work in the United States. In accordance with § 274A (8 USC 1324) of the Immigration Reform and Control Act of 1986 before this Agreement can become effective, Employee must provide documentary evidence to City consistent with the Act, that she is legally entitled to work in the United States, and must execute the verification required by that Act.

13. Notice: All notices required herein shall be sent first class mail to the Parties as follows:

To CITY: City of Lodi
Attn: City Manager’s Office
P. O. Box 3006
Lodi, CA 95241-1910

To EMPLOYEE: Christina Castro

Notice shall be deemed effectively served upon deposit in the United States mail.

Either Party may
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14. Entire Agreement: This Agreement contains the entire agreement between the Parties hereto. No promise, representation, warranty, or covenant not included in this Agreement has been or is relied on by any Party hereto. This Agreement may only be amended by written instrument signed by Employee and the City Manager.

15. Severability: If any provision of this Agreement is invalid or unenforceable, it shall be considered deleted herefrom and the remainder of this Agreement shall be unaffected and shall continue in full force and effect.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESO LUTION OF THE LODI C ITY COUNCIL APPROVING THE

EMPLOYMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR FOR AN ANNUAL SALARY OF $225,830 EFFECTIVE OCTOBER 5, 2026
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WHEREAS, the City Manager for the City of Lodi desires to enter into an employment agreement with a person to fill the currently vacant Public Works Director position;

WHEREAS, the City Manager conducted interviews with qualified candidates through various interview panels and selected Christina Castro as the preferred candidate; and

WHEREAS, Christina Castro possesses the necessary skill set to perform the role of Public Works Director; and

WHEREAS, Christina Castro has agreed to fill the position of Public Works Director pursuant to the terms of a negotiated written agreement ratified by the City Council; and

WHEREAS, the Agreement provides that if approved, Christina Castro will begin work as Public Works Director beginning on October 5, 2026, and will receive a base starting salary of $225,830 per year.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the Lodi City Council does hereby authorize the City Manager’s employment of Christina Castro to the position of Public Works Director for the City of Lodi; and

BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED, the City Council hereby approves the Employment Agreement (attached hereto as Exhibit A to this Resolution), effective October 5, 2026 at 7:30 a.m.

Dated: September 2, 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 September 2, 2026, by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk

2026-_____
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AGENDA ITEM G.2

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Adopt a Resolution Rejecting all Bids, Approving Specifications, Authorizing Re-Advertisement for Bids, Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder for 2026-2029 Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring, in an amount not-to-exceed $360,000 (PW)
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Sean Nathan, Interim Public Works Director
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Adopt a Resolution Rejecting all Bids, Approving Specifications, Authorizing Re-Advertisement for Bids, Authorizing City Manager to Award Contract to Lowest Responsive Bidder for 2026-2029 Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring, in an amount not-to-exceed $360,000.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Council approved the specifications and authorized advertisement for bids on June 17, 2026. This contract is utilized by the Public Works Facilities Division for citywide fire alarm system monitoring and maintenance on an as-needed basis. This contract will have an initial period of three (3) years, ending on June 30, 2029. The contract will have two (2) optional one-year extensions for a total maximum term of five (5) years.

The City received the following bid on August 18, 2026:

Above/(Below)
Bidder Location Bid Engineer’s Estimate
Engineers Estimate $153,900.00
Siemens Industry Inc. Rancho Cordova $340,613.00 $186,713.00 Because the engineer’sestimate for the project was below $220,000, City staff utilized the informal bidding procedures established under the California Uniform Public Construction Cost Accounting Act (CUPCCAA) and outlined in the City of Lodi Purchasing Policy (Section 6). Staff emailed invitations to bid to all 21 Class C- 10 Electrical contractors listed on the City of Lodi’sInformal Bidding Contractors List. The City received one bid, as listed above. Because the bid exceeded $230,000, the maximum amount that may be awarded under the informal bidding procedures pursuant to California Public Contract Code section 22034(d) and section 6 of the City of Lodi Purchasing Policy, the City cannot award the contract through this informal solicitation and must reject the bid. Staff intends to re-advertise the project to a broader pool of bidders with the hopes that the formal bidding process will increase outreach, and secure more competitive pricing.

The specifications are on file in the Public Works Department. The planned re-bid opening date is September 23, 2026. Staff anticipated updated bids to be $300,000, however staff is asking for authorization up to $360,000 in the event that the bids do not come in as anticipated.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

This item has minimal long-term fiscal impacts, however is necessary for the monitoring of the city’sfire alarm systems at various city-owned facilities.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

Funding for this contract comes from various departmental budgets for Fiscal Years 2026/27 (previously adopted), 2027/28 (future adoption), and 2028/29 (future adoption).

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-____

A RESOLUTION OF THE LODI CITY COUNCIL AUTHORIZING THE REJECTION OF

ALL BIDS, APPROVING SPECIFICATIONS, AUTHORIZING RE -ADVERTISEMENT

FOR BIDS, AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO AWARD A CONTRACT TO THE LOWEST RESPONSIVE BIDDER FOR 2026-2029 CITYWIDE FIRE ALARM

MONITORING
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WHEREAS, council previously approved specifications and authorized advertisement for bids on June 17, 2026, for citywide fire alarm monitoring and maintenance services; and

WHEREAS, staff used informal CUPCCAA bidding procedures and sent invitations to 21 Class C-10 electrical contractors, resulting in one bid received on August 18, 2026; and

WHEREAS, a single bid from Siemens Industry I nc. in the amount of $340,613 was received through the informal bidding process; and

WHEREAS, because the bid exceeded $230,000, the maximum amount that may be awarded under the informal bidding procedures pursuant to California Public Contract Code section 22034(d) and Section 6 of the City of Lodi Purchasing Policy, the City cannot award the contract through this informal solicitation and must reject the bid; and

WHEREAS, staff re commends re -advertising the project through the formal bidding process to i ncrease outreach and obtain more competitive pricing, with a revised engineer’s estimate of $300,000 and a planned bid opening date of September 23, 2026; and

NOW, THEREFORE, B E IT RESOLVED , that the L odi Cit y Council hereby rejects all bids, approves specifications, authorize s re-advertisement for bids, and authorize s City Manager to award a contract to the lowest responsive bidder for the 2026 -2029 Citywide Fire Alarm Monitoring in an amount not-to-exceed $360,000; 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 d o not alter the compensation or term, and to make clerical corrections as necessary.

Dated: September 2, 2026
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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 September 2, 2026 by the following votes:

AYES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

NOES: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSENT: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

ABSTAIN: COUNCIL MEMBERS –

WALFRED SOLORZANO
Interim City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM H.1

COUNCIL COMMUNICATION
AGENDA TITLE:

Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2049 Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract between the City Council of the City of Lodi and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CLK)
MEETING DATE:

September 2, 2026
PREPARED BY:

Walfred Solorzano, Interim City Clerk
RECOMMENDED ACTION:

Waive the Second Reading and Adopt Ordinance No. 2049 Authorizing an Amendment to the Contract between the City Council of the City of Lodi and the Board of Administration of the California Public Employees’ Retirement System.

BACKGROUND INFORMATION:

Employee cost sharing provides the City of Lodi (City) an opportunity to save money and help offset pension costs. Specifically, as a California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS) contracting agency, employee cost sharing allows City employee groups to share a portion of the City’s pension costs. At its February 18, 2026 meeting, the City Council authorized reducing the employee cost share for the unrepresented employee groups.

At its July 1, 2026 meeting, the City Council approved the first step in the CalPERS contract amendment process to implement the authorized reduction in employee cost sharing. This action approved reducing the cost share for Confidential General Services, Confidential Mid-Management, Council Appointees, and Executive Management from 6% to 0%, and for Police Executive Management from 9% to 3%.

To comply with CalPERS’ contract amendment procedures, the City must complete additional administrative steps to finalize the contract amendment. At its August 5, 2026 meeting, the City Council adopted a resolution of intention to amend its contract with CalPERS and waived the first reading and introduced 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.

The ordinance is now presented to the City Council for waiver of the second reading and adoption, which will complete the City’s legislative action required to amend its contract with CalPERS.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The reduction in the employee cost share was previously approved by the City Council. Sufficient funding is available in the adopted budget to implement the approved changes. No additional appropriations are requested.

FUNDING AVAILABLE:

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Not applicable.

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NlLcapERS EXHIBIT

AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT

BETWEEN THE

BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM

AND THE

CITY COUNCIL

CITY OF LODI
The Board of Administration, Public Employees' Retirement System, hereinafter referred to as Board, and the governing body of above public agency, hereinafter referred to as Public Agency, having entered into a contract effective June 1, 1966, and witnessed April 27,1966, and as amended effective July 6, 1966, May 1, 1970, July 1,1973, July 1,1977, April 1, 1991, July 7, 1993, June 30, 1996, November15,1998, June 12,2000, May 17,2003, June 17,2010, December24,2012, May20,2019, January 27,2020, July 13,2020, October 4,2021, and March21,2022, which provides for participation of Public Agency in said System, Board and Public Agency hereby agree as follows:

A. Paragraphs 1 through 18 are hereby stricken from said contract as executed etfective March 21 , 2022, and hereby replaced by the following paragraphs numbered 1 through 18 inclusive:

All words and terms used herein which are defined in the Public Employees' Retirement Law shall have the meaning as defined therein unless otherwise specifically provided. "Normal retirement age" shall mean age 55 for classic local miscellaneous members, age 62for new local miscellaneous members, age 50 for classic local safety members entering membership in the safety classification on or prior to December 24, 2012, age 55 for classic local safety members entering membership for the first time in the safety classification after December 24,2012, and age 57 for new local safety members. 1 245
2 Public Agency shall participate in the Public Employees' Retirement System from and after June 1, 1966, making its employees as hereinafter provided, members of said System subject to all provisions of the Public Employees' Retirement Law except such as apply only on election of a contracting agency and are not provided for herein and to all amendments to said Law hereafter enacted except those, which by express provisions thereof, apply only on the election of a contracting agency.

Public Agency agrees to indemnify, defend and hold harmless the California Public Employees' Retirement System (CaIPERS) and its trustees, agents and employees, the CaIPERS Board of Administration, and the California Public Employees' Retirement Fund from any claims, demands, actions, losses, liabilities, damages, judgments, expenses and costs, including but not limited to interest, penalties and attorney fees that may arise as a result of any of the following:
a. Public Agency's election to provide retirement benefits, provisions or formulas under this Contract that are different than the retirement benefits, provisions or formulas provided under the Public Agency's prior non-CaIPERS retirement program.
b. Any dispute, disagreement, claim, or proceeding (including without limitation arbitration, administrative hearing, or litigation) between Public Agency and its employees (or their representatives) which relates to Public Agency's election to amend this Contract to provide retirement benefits, provisions or formulas that are different than such employees' existing retirement benefits, provisions or formulas. c. Public Agency's agreement with a third party other than CaIPERS to provide retirement benefits, provisions, or formulas that are different than the retirement benefits, provisions or formulas provided under this Contract and provided for under the California Public Employees' Retirement Law.
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4 Employees of Public Agency in the following classes shall become members of said Retirement System except such in each such class as are excluded by law or this agreement:
a. Local Fire Fighters (herein referred to as local safety members); b. Local Police officers (herein referred to as local safety members); c. Employees other than local safety members (herein referred to as local miscellaneous members).

5. ln addition to the classes of employees excluded from membership by said Retirement Law, the following classes of employees shall not become members of said Retirement System:

A. PERSONS COMPENSATED ON AN HOURLY BASIS WHO ARE HIRED JUNE 1, 1966, OR THEREAFTER.

6. Assets heretofore accumulated with respect to members in the local retirement system have been transferred to the Public Employees' Retirement System and applied against the liability for prior service incurred thereunder. That portion of the assets so transferred which represent the accumulated contributions (plus interest thereof) required of the employees under said local system has been credited to the individual membership account of each such employee under the Public Employees' Retirement System.

7. Benefits paid to pensioners and annuitants under the local system on the effective date of the contract were recalculated, as authorized by Section 20481of the Government Code, to conform with benefits applicable to persons retiring after the effective date of the contract except that no benefit which would have been payable under the continuation of the local system shall be reduced.
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8. The percentage of final compensation to be provided for each year of credited prior and current service for classic local miscellaneous members shall be determined in accordance with Section 21354 of said Retirement Law, subject to the reduction provided therein for service prior to June 30, 1977, termination of Social Security, for members whose service has been included in Federal Social Security (2o/o al age 55 Full and Modified).

9. The percentage of final compensation to be provided for each year of credited prior and current service as a new local miscellaneous member shall be determined in accordance with Section 7522.20 of said Retirement Law (2o/o at age 62 Full).

10.The percentage of final compensation to be provided for each year of credited prior and current service as a classic local safety member entering membership in the safety classification on or prior to December 24, 2012, shall be determined in accordance with Section 21362.2 of said Retirement Law (3% at age 50 Fuil).

11.The percentage of final compensation to be provided for each year of credited prior and current service as a classic local safety member entering membership for the first time in the safety classification after December 24, 2012, shall be determined in accordance with Section 21363.1 of said Retirement Law (3% at age 55 Full).

12.The percentage of final compensation to be provided for each year of credited prior and current service as a new local safety member shall be determined in accordance with Section 7522.25(d) of said Retirement Law (2.7% at age 57 Full).

13. Public Agency elected and elects to be subject to the following optional provisions:
. Section 20434 ("Local Fire Fighter" shall include any officer or employee of a fire department employed to perform firefighting, fire prevention, fire training, hazardous materials, emergency medical services, or fire or arson investigation services as described in Government Code Section 20434).
o Section 20042 (One-Year Final Compensation) for classic local safety members entering membership on or prior to December 24,2012.
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. Section 20475 (Different Level of Benefits): 21361.1 (3% @ 55 Full formula) and Section 20037 are applicable to local safety members entering membership for the first time with this agency in the safety classification after December 24,2012. . Section 20516 (Employees Sharing Additional Cost):

From and after From and after May 20, 2019,3o/o for local miscellaneous members in the Lodi City Mid-Management, AFSCME Maintenance and Operators Unit Local 146 and Lodi Police Dispatchers group.

From and after May 20, 2019, and March 21,2022,3o/o for local miscellaneous members in the Unrepresented Confidential Mid-Management group, Unrepresented Confidential General Services group, Unrepresented Executive Management group and Unrepresented Council Appointees group.

From and after May 20, 2019, 2% for local miscellaneous members in the AFSCME General Services Unit Local 146.

From and after May20,2019,3o/ofor localfire members in the Lodi Professional Firefighters and Lodi Fire Mid-Management unit.

From and after May 20, 2019, 3% for local police members in the Lodi Police Mid- Management unit. From and after May 20,2019,3o/ofor classic local police members in the Police Officers Association of Lodi.

From and after January 27,2020,6o/o for new local police members in the Police Officers Association of Lodi. From and after July 1 3,2020, 1 o/o for local miscellaneous members in the lnternational Brotherhood of Electrical Workers unit.

From and after October 4,2021, and until the effective date of this amendment to contract, 9To for local police members in the Unrepresented Police Executive Management group. 249
From and after the effective date of this amendment to contract, 3oh for local police members in the Unrepresented Police Executive Management group.

From and after October 4,2021,3o/o for local fire members in the Unrepresented Fire Executive Management group.

From and after March 21 , 2022, and until the effective date of this amendment to contract, 60/o for local miscellaneous members in the Unrepresented Confidential Mid-Management group, Unrepresented Confidential General Services group, Unrepresented Executive Management group and Unrepresented Council Appointees group The portion of the employer's contribution that the member agrees to contribute from his or her compensation, over and above the member's normal contribution ("Cost Sharing Percentage"), shall not exceed the Employer Normal Cost Rate, as that rate is defined in the CaIPERS Actuarial Valuation for the relevant fiscal year. lf the Cost Sharing Percentage will exceed the relevant Employer Normal Cost Rate, the Cost Sharing Percentage shall automatically be reduced to an amount equal to, and not to exceed, the Employer Normal Cost Rate for the relevant fiscal year.
. Section 20903 (Two Years Additional Service Credit).
. Section 20938 (Limit Prior Service to Members Employed on Contract Date) for elected officials employed on November 15, 1998.
. Section 20965 (Credit for Unused Sick Leave).
. Section 21024 (Military Service Credit as Public Service). .Section 21222.1 (One-Time 5% lncrease - 1970). Legislation repealed said Section effective January 1, 1980.
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o Section 21427 (lmproved Nonindustrial Disability Allowance) for local miscellaneous members only.
. Section 21536 (Local System Service Credit lncluded in Basic Death Benefit) o Section 21573 (Third Level of 1959 Survivor Benefits). . Sections 21624 and 21626 (Post-Retirement Survivor Allowance) for local miscellaneous members only.

14.Public Agency, in accordance with Government Code Section 20790, ceased to be an "employer" for purposes of Section 20834, effective on January 1, 1977. Accumulated contributions of Public Agency shall be fixed and determined as provided in Government Code Section 20834, and accumulated contributions thereafter shall be held by the Board as provided in Government Code Section 20834.

15. Public Agency shall contribute to said Retirement System the contributions determined by actuarial valuations of prior and future service liability with respect to local miscellaneous members and local safety members of said Retirement System.

16. Public Agency shall also contribute to said Retirement System as follows a. A reasonable amount, as fixed by the Board, payable in one installment within 60 days of date of contract to cover the costs of administering said System as it affects the employees of Public Agency, not including the costs of special valuations or of the periodic investigation and valuations required by law.
b. A reasonable amount, as fixed by the Board, payable in one installment as the occasions arise, to cover the costs of special valuations on account of employees of Public Agency, and costs of the periodic investigation and valuations required by law. 251

17. Contributions required of Public Agency and its employees shall be subject to adjustment by Board on account of amendments to the Public Employees' Retirement Law, and on account of the experience under the Retirement System as determined by the periodic investigation and valuation required by said Retirement Law.

18. Contributions required of Public Agency and its employees shall be paid by Public Agency to the Retirement System within fifteen days after the end of the period to which said contributions refer or as may be prescribed by Board regulation. lf more or less than the correct amount of contributions is paid for any period, proper adjustment shall be made in connection with subsequent remittances. Adjustments on account of errors in contributions required of any employee may be made by direct payments between the employee and the Board.

B. This amendment shall be effective on the 12th day of October, 2026.

BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION CITY COUNCIL

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM CITY OF LODI
BY BY

MELODY BENAVIDES, CHIEF

PENSION CONTRACTS AND PREFUNDING

PROGRAMS DIVISION

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM

PRESIDING OFFICER
Witness Date
Attest:

Clerk
CaIPERS ID:648562990
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ORDINANCE NO.

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LODI AUTHORIZING

AN AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF LODI AND THE BOARD OF ADMINISTRATION OF THE CALIFORNIA

PUBLIC EMPLOYEES' RETIREMENT SYSTEM
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF LODI DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. That an amendment to the contract between the City Council of the City of Lodi and the Board of Administration, California Public Employees' Retirement System is hereby authorized, a copy of said amendment being attached hereto, marked Exhibit, and by such reference made a part hereof as though herein set out in full.

SECTION 2. The Mayor of the City of Lodi is hereby authorized, empowered, and directed to execute said amendment for and on behalf of the City of Lodi.

SECTION 3. This Ordinance shall take effect 30 days after its adoption. ln lieu of publication of the full text of the Ordinance within 15 days after its passage, a summary of the Ordinance may be published at least five days prior to and 15 days after adoption by the Cit Council, and a certified copy shall be posted in the office of the City Clerk pursuant to Government Code section 36933(cXl ).

Approved this _ day of _,2026

RAMON YEPEZ
MAYOR
ATTEST:

WALFRED SOLORZANO

INTERIM CITY CLERK
l, Walfred Solorzano, lnterim City Clerk of the City of Lodi, do hereby certify that Ordinance No. _ was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Lodi held 2026, and was thereafter passed, adopted, and ordered to print at a regular meeting of said Council held _, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN

COUNCIL MEMBERS -
COUNCIL MEMBERS _

COUNCIL MEMBERS -

COUNCIL MEMBERS -
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I further certifiT that Ordinance No._ was approved and signed by the Mayor on the date of its passage and the same has been published pursuant to law.

Walfred Solorzano
lnterim City Clerk
Approved as to Form

JOHN LUEBBERKE
lnterim City Attorney
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