CITY
MANAGER’S
OFFICE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
Brought three Cannabis Community Benefit Agreements to Council for adoption.
Completed sales tax measure education.
Measure Q was placed on the November 2024 ballot.
Executed a new lease agreement for Big League Dreams.
Facilitated the negotiation and sale of Loma Brewery property.
Held first Level Up Leadership Academy.
Issued over 100 social media posts to educate and engage the public on City services, initiatives, and events.
Hosted the 2024 State of the City Address in partnership with the Manteca Chamber of Commerce.
Established 555 Industrial Park Dr. as a fully mobile/operational site with dormitories and services.
Two modular dormitory units, providing 25 shelter beds for men and 25 for women, began offering overnight services in April 2024.
The City received a donation of eight (8) refurbished 8x20 ft. containers from Fresh Starts Charities, which will be used for transitional housing.
Completed a successful Point-in-Time (PIT) Count in conjunction with Community Resource Officers.
The City secured $167,575 in federal pass-through funds to support navigation center development for the construction of the navigation center.
Vielka Guarascio was appointed as an Executive Board member of the San Joaquin Continuum of Care (CoC).
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
1 1.Conduct Level Up Leadership Academy Spring 2025 Cohort.
2.Co-host State of the City 2025.
3. Continue advocacy efforts to secure state and federal grants.
4.Complete Woodward Park Splashpad project.
Develop Measure Q funding plan in collaboration with Citizens’ Oversight Committee and City Council.
5. 6.Issue RFP for Citywide Facility Plan Master Plan.
7. Develop Affordable Housing Fee Nexus & Policy.
8. Secure funding for American Legion Project.
9. Develop Phase I Conceptual Plan for Navigation Center.
10. Develop Measure Q Education, Outreach, and Marketing Plan.
CITY
MANAGER’S
OFFICE
GOALS/ NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
2 LEGISTLATIVE
SERVICES/
CITY CLERK
Hosted Youth in Government Day for the Third year in a row.
Swearing in of Councilmembers Charlie Halford and Regina Lackey.
Community Outreach:
The City Clerk's Office created educational videos about the 2024 Election and the recruitment process, promoting community engagement.
Conducted the 2024 General Municipal Elections for Council Districts 1 & 2 Councilmembers and completed the multiyear Districting Process.
Hosted Board and Commissions Mixer for the second year in a row.
Coordinated and organized City of Manteca Department Spirit Weeks for the third year.
Coordinated and prepared 14 Read Across America events with over 300+ students.
Processed and Published 88 Public Notices.
Processed and Finalized 235 Resolutions.
Processed and Finalized 28 Ordinances.
Processed and Published 17 Regular Meeting Agendas and 26 Special Meeting Agendas.
Processed and Closed 463 Public Records Requests.
Processed 28 Proclamations.
Prepared 200+ Community Certificates for a variety of recognized accomplishments.
Assisted with documenting, routing, and archiving 354 contracts with multiple departments.
Facilitated and approved 21 Special Event Permits.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
3 1.Youth in Government - enhancements for 2025 - school board meeting.
2.Freedom (Honor) Flight - VFW.
3.Explore AV upgrades for Council Chambers with IT.
4.Finish Laserfiche implementation and integrate departments with training.
5.Finish all contract templates for electronic routing.
Research and Implement electronic Special Event routing, reviewing, and approval software.
6. GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
LEGISTLATIVE
SERVICES/
CITY CLERK
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
4 CITY
ATTORNEY’S
OFFICE
Revised staffing by looking at Deputy City Attorney and Legal Assistant positions.
Continue municipal code review and revisions.
Continue to bring more work into office and defend the City in-house.
Drafted Anti-Loitering Ordinance.
A new Chapter was added to the Manteca Municipal Code.
Property owners and businesses can now post signs prohibiting trespassing and loitering.
Individuals who violate these provisions may face a misdemeanor.
Bee Speer has been promoted from Legal Assistant To Executive Legal Assistant/Paralegal.
Welcomed Riana Daniel as our new Staff Counsel.
Rescinded the Cruising Ban while simultaneously bolstering the sideshow ordinance Led the effort to revise the boards and commission ordinances, as well as drafting new sections with the passage of Measure Q
For the second year in a row David presented at the annual CALPELRA conference Led the effort for the City to draft a new lease for BLD, working with the Unrivaled Sports team all throughout the month of December 2024
Drafted the Disposition and Development Agreement for Loma Brewery Drafted Update to Fireworks Ordinance:
The initial fine for Chapter 8.08 violations is now $1,000 (previously $750).
Fireworks discharge is prohibited in specified locations like streets, sidewalks, and shopping centers.
The definition of “responsible party” includes those whose agents or contractors violate. the chapter and extends to property owners for violations on their property.
Getting involved in the community:
David organizes community events like UOP basketball, Stockton Ports, Del Webb softball, March Madness, and Second Harvest food drives, highlighting local engagement. David is also on the Board of Directors of both Second Harvest of the Greater Valley and Manteca Museum & Historical Society.
ACA Daniella Green is a member of the Inns of Court, volunteers to organize the “The Three Little Pigs” mock trial with MUSD, volunteered at St. Mary’s High School for career day, and serves as a member of Kiwanis.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
5 CITY
ATTORNEY’S
OFFICE
Track staff reports from nearby jurisdictions that may impact Manteca City Attorney/City.
1. 2.Continue citywide Municipal Code update.
Look into other matters the CAO may prosecute through our prosecutorial powers (i.e., Tobacco, dog cases, etc...).
3. Look into in-house discovery software that can also be used for high-volume PRA requests and litigation.
4. GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
6 DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES
New permitting software launched in November 2024 streamlining the permitting and entitlement application process.
Building Safety Permit Statistics 2024 (all City records).
Building Inspections Completed – 21,024
Building Permits Issued – 5,206 (1,306 SFD)
Facilitated Construction with a valuation of $702M
Staff established a process to obtain customer satisfaction feedback and enhance communications with customers (97% positive).
Fiber Master plan was approved by City Council on June 18, 2024.
Completed the formation of the Downtown Manteca Improvement Association (DMIA). (The transfer of full operations to the DMIA is scheduled for their board in March 2025).
Completed the review and processing of 14 entitlements in 2024.
Completed the final adoption of the 2043 General Plan.
Completed and received approval from HCD on the City’s 6th Cycle Housing Element.
Planning commission passed a total of 33 resolutions and a total of 50 entitlements that included: Annexation & prezones, Rezones, General Plan Amendments, Tentative Maps, Site Plan Reviews and Use Permits.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
7 1.Complete the Affordable Housing Fee Nexus Study & Policy Development.
Finalize Concept Plans and Environmental for the Family Entertainment Zone (FEZ).
2. 3.Complete the adoption of the Union Ranch North Development Agreement.
4.Complete the comprehensive Zoning Code Update.
5.Complete the Climate Action Plan adoption process.
6.Complete the Billboard Designs for Two City Owned Sites.
Complete transfer of operation management to the Downtown Manteca Improvement Association (DMIA).
7. 8.Complete the Economic Development Strategic Plan.
9.Complete the Private Development Project at Library Park.
10.Post Office Exterior Improvements.
11.CFD Policy / DA Policy.
12.Design & Development Standard Updates - in partnership with Engineering.
13. Start Downtown Specific Plan.
GOALS/ NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
DEVELOPMENT
SERVICES
8 ENGINEERING
Finalized McKinley Interchange Project and opened to the public.
Completed Water and Sewer Master Plans and rate studies.
Completed Design and Started Construction for the WQCF Interim Improvement Projects (2-7).
Federally-funded Highway Safety Improvement Program Projects (HSIP)- Design Completed (Main Street and Yosemite Ped and Bike Imp.).
Completed Lathrop Road Pavement Improvement Project.
Completed Louise Avenue Pavement Improvement Project.
Broke ground on SR 99-120 Connector Project.
Completed HSIP funded Retroactive Traffic Sign Project.
Completed 2024 Pavement Maintenance Project (Manteca High area).
Completed Suess and Corwin Water and Sewer Improvement Project.
Completed Design and Started Construction for Well 30 Nile Garden.
Completed Design and Started Construction for Well 29 TCP Treatment.
Completed Project Study Report for SR 120/Airport & Main DDIs. $75.5 Million in infrastructure invested through development.
Awarded $13 Million in new grant funding.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
9 1.Complete Water and Sewer Rate Update.
2.Complete Water and Sewer Capacity Fee Update.
3.Airport Way Widening Project (ROW negotiations and utilize PG&E Credits).
4.Complete 2025 Public Facility Implementation Plan (PFIP) Updates.
5.Design and Construct 2025 Pavement Maintenance Project.
6.Design and Construct Road Improvements around Shasta School.
7.Design and Construct Road Improvements (Wawona & Locust).
8.Measure K Submittal/Request Roth Road and Interchange.
9.Zone 36/39 Storm Drain Project - Complete Design/Initiate Construction.
10.Complete Well 29 TCP Treatment.
11.Issue RFP for Stormwater Master Plan.
12.Continue ongoing WQCF Projects.
GOALS/ NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
ENGINEERING
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
10 FINANCE
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
The Finance Department is fully staffed for the first time in years, with newer additions including Finance Director Shay Narayan, Assistant Finance Director Matthew Boring, and Accounting Manager Melissa Munoz.
Completed FY 2023 Audit & ACFR.
Backlog of Audits complete.
FY 2025 Annual Budget: An overhaul of the annual budget process and document.
Fund Balances are now being monitored on a regular and normal basis.
ClearGov fiscal transparency application has been updated for FY 2025.
ClearGov Capital Improvement Program and Capital Outlay modules launched.
Two debt issuances against the City’s first bonded CFD, 2023-1 Villa Ticino West.
Caught up on back log of AB 1600 (Mitigation Fee Act) annual reports.
Measure Q passed by the voters.
Filled vacancies in key positions.
Evaluated current fee structures and rates.
Continued to pursue revenue enhancement efforts.
Participated in various training opportunities.
Updated Senior Discount Program for Utilities.
Updated the City’s Reserve Policy.
Completed the FY 2024 Audit & ACFR.
Implemented new Water & Waste Water Rates.
Implemented new General Cost Allocation Plan.
Adopted FY 26 Annual Budget.
The City of Manteca's Finance Department has expanded outreach through Facebook Live sessions with Police, Fire, Engineering, and Public Works, providing real-time updates and fostering direct community engagement to enhance transparency.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
11 1.Implement the FY 2026 Annual Budget.
2.Implement and administer new Measure Q Budget and Long-Range Plan.
3.Implement new Vehicle Replacement and Internal Service Fund Plan.
4.Update City Wide Master Fee Schedule.
5.Administer new Senior Discount Program for Utility customers.
6.Launch new 5-Year CIP in ClearGov.
7.Continue implementation of Badger Smart Water Meters for residents.
8.Continue updating key Financial Policies and Procedures.
9.Continue evaluating and participating in various fee studies.
10.Finish implementing Clear Gov: Full Launch, Staff Training, and Public Outreach.
11.Complete and issue FY 2025 Annual Financial Audit and ACFR.
12.Refunding (Refinancing) of current Water and Wastewater Debt.
13.Continuing pursuing revenue enhancement efforts.
14.Address pension and OPEB (analysis and solutions).
15.Participate in various training opportunities.
16.Bond Issuance for new Police Department Building.
GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
FINANCE
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
12 FIRE
Filled all Fire Suppression FTE positions.
15 Captains
15 Engineers
15 Firefighters 5 new hires started online in 2024
Replacement hires for retirees and terminations.
Held two one-month academies for new full-time firefighters.
Hired 14 Reserves and held an academy for the new reserves.
Promoted one Fire Engineer.
Collaborated with HR to schedule and design a Captain’s Promotional for 2025.
Trained all Fire Personnel to drive Tiller Apparatus.
Certified Personnel in Autism Awareness and Treatment.
Conducted Voluntary Comprehensive Wellness Exams for Employees:
EKG Stress Tests
VO2 Max
Sonogram of vital organs for tumors or plaque
Cancer Screening
Fit for Duty Exams
Brought the Public Safety Annex to full operability.
Certified individuals as drone pilots as a start up to our drone program.
Placed OES 4306 in service a Type III engine provided by Cal-OES.
Placed OES 4114 In Service a Type I engine provided by Cal-OES.
Placed Fully Equipped Tiller Truck 241 In Service.
Replaced aged out rescue ropes and equipment.
Upgraded all Companies to electric/battery operated “Jaws of Life”.
Replaced out of service Trench and Confined Space Rescue Equipment.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
13 Shoring equipment for updated standards.
Approved funding and purchase of a new Type I Fire Engine to arrive Q1-2025.
Awarded contract for Radio Infrastructure.
Multiple demo engines have recently been made available to us for purchase at a greatly reduced price. BC Dennis is working with Finance to secure funding for an immediate purchase.
We just launched our Autism Decal program in partnership with MPD. These decals can be placed in windows at home or on a vehicle to advise first responders that someone inside has Autism.
Several Firefighters helped with the annual Thanksgiving Dinner at Golden West School.
2024 Incident Data:
Total Incidents - 11,295
Fire Calls - 470
EMS Calls - 7,412
Other Calls - 3,413
2024 Temporary Resident Data:
Total Incidents - 909
Fire Calls - 173
EMS Calls - 502
Other Calls - 234
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
FIRE
14 GOALS/ NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
1.Fire Fee Update.
2.Fire Station 6-Site/Design.
3.Fire Comms System.
4.Auto Aid with Ripon.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
FIRE
15 HUMAN
RESOURCES
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
Completd 53 Neogov Requisitions/Recruitments (Full-Time). 71 New Hires Processed.
32 Promotions Processed.
33 Reclassifications Processed.
Hosted Annual Health & Safety Fair and On-Site Flu Shots.
Met and Conferred with bargaining units on proposed updates to personnel policies (55 policies); in progress/nearing finish line.
Offered employee development training opportunities, including supervisory trainings and safety trainings.
Participated in UOP Engineering school job fair, Manteca High School Career Fair.
Payroll Completed Projects: Fire FLSA 2-year audit; W-2 Corrections 2023; Tyler New World Logos Patch Update; Executime Timekeeping System workflow creation; CalPERS Audit; Responded to multitude of Financial Audit requests; Salary Schedule Updates.
HR Staffing Changes: Stephanie Van Steyn, Director of Human Resources (Hired); Manuel Sandoval, HR Manager (Hired); Carlos Lopez, Human Resources Analyst (promoted); Samantha Pombo, Human Resources Technician (promoted); Jonathan Green, Senior Payroll Technician (promoted); Nancy Rocha, Payroll Technician (Hired); Maya Muschott, Administrative Assistant (Promoted).
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
16 GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
1.Finalize Policies with unions and rollout/publish city-wide.
2.Implement California law required workplace violence training.
City-wide Classification and Compensation Study - RFP
submissions received February 2025.
3. 4.Negotiations Preparation for expiring Labor Contracts.
OPEB cost analysis and solutions; and Update Unions during negotiations.
5. ADA Transition Plan - Continuous work and policy updates required; extend contract with consultant to ensure compliance and continue receipt of Caltrans and DOT funding.
6. 7.Continue to evaluate and/or enhance City benefits package.
HUMAN
RESOURCES
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
17 MISAC Quality Award
Received MISAC Quality Awards, recognizing excellence in IT practices, innovation, and service delivery.
Office 365 Upgrade
Upgraded to the latest Office 365 version to enhance collaboration tools, promoting teamwork and efficient workflows across all departments.
Fiber Installation at Remote Sites/ Fiber Connection Upgrades Fiber was installed at all remote sites, significantly improving network speed, reliability, and data transfer efficiency.
Enhanced fiber connections at City Hall and remote sites, boosting network reliability and supporting increased data demands.
FY 2024 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP) Secured a competitive $250,000 CALOES cybersecurity grant, supporting critical initiatives such as a Cybersecurity and Disaster Recovery Plan, 24/7 Managed Services, Penetration Testing, and sustainable staffing.
AI Policy Development
Submitted the City’s Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy to Human Resources for review by bargaining units.
Data Center Upgrades
Upgraded three data centers to the latest stable code, enhancing performance, security, and reducing downtime risks.
Network Switch Upgrade
Upgraded network switches with redundant power supplies to ensure continuous operation and improved network uptime.
IT &
INNOVATION
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
18 Police Dispatch UPS Battery System Upgrade
Enhanced the UPS system for police dispatch to maintain continuous power during outages, ensuring operational readiness.
Fire Department Upgrades
Replaced end-of-life wireless modems, improving connectivity, reliability, and compatibility for firefighters in emergencies.
Implemented network redundancy at Fire Station 4 and between Manteca Fire and Stockton Fire to ensure uninterrupted communication during outages.
Accela Project Support
Provided implementation and integration support for Development Services and the Accela project, ensuring seamless transaction imports into New World for Finance.
Badger Project Support
Supported the implementation of the Badger project with Public Works to ensure accurate readings for Finance's billing processes.
GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
1.Implement IT Strategic Plan for Optimization and Innovation.
2.Explore AI Integration for Enhanced City Services.
3.Strengthen Cybersecurity & Data Protection Measures.
4.Enhance Disaster Recovery & Business Continuity.
5.Modernize Outdated IT Systems for Reliability & Performance.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
IT &
INNOVATION
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
19 POLICE
DEPARTMENT
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
2024 Patrol Stats:
Total Incidents - 41,552
Calls for Service - 30,429
Officer Initiated Incidents - 11,123
Police Reports Written – 6,022
Crash Reports – 356
Total Arrests – 2,230
Adult - 2,162
Juvenile – 68
Citations issued – 4,487
2024 Dispatch Stats
Total 911 calls- 27,260
Non-Emergency- 109,983
Inbound- 84,097
Outbound- 25,886
Total- 137,243
Average time to answer a 911 call – 99.66% are answered within 15 seconds.
Reduced Priority One response times from 5:07 minutes to 4:11 minutes from dispatched time to arrival on scene.
Provided threat-based response training for MUSD, City personnel, & others.
Promoted Joshua Gutierrez to Lieutenant and Salvador Montero to Sergeant after a competitive testing process, showcasing their leadership.
Officer Matt Smith received the Rotary Officer of the Year Award for his dedication to addressing the unhoused population and his role in passing the “No Loitering” City ordinance.
MPD is now a Certified Autism Response Center and conducted training in recognition of Autism Awareness Month.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
20 ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
Completed Strategic Plan for the Police Department.
Participated in National Night Out and National Coffe with a Cop.
Through the Healthy Rooms Project assisted 37 children with new rooms.
Maintained a proactive zero-tolerance approach to gang and drug enforcement.
Ensured timely responses to all service requests.
Strengthened community ties through community-oriented policing, involvement, and outreach programs.
Actively participated in the “Every 15 Minutes” campaign, educating high school students on the dangers of DUI.
GOALS/NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
1.Animal Shelter Project (Federal Appropriation).
2.New PD Headquarters.
3.Real-Time Crime Center (Federal Appropriation).
Reimplement the Citizen’s Academy and continue with Jr. CSI Academy and Chief’s Academy.
4. 5.Patrol Staffing Analysis.
6.Flock ALPR and Red Light Cameras.
7.Continue to maintain appropriate fleet levels, both marked and unmarked units.
8.Multi-Agency Command Vehicle (Potential Federal Appropriation).
9.AI-Assisted Body Worn Cameras (Axon Draft One & Axon M90).
Speed analysis for traffic complaints & deployment of resources for community safety through Urban SDK.
10. Continue seeking grant opportunities to augment City general fund expenditures.
11. Continue to reduce response times from Priority One calls to 3:00 minutes.
Currently 4:11 minutes from call disptached to arrival time.
12. COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
POLICE
DEPARTMENT
21 PUBLIC
WORKS
Transit
Fixed Route Ridership: Up 18% from last year.
2024 FTA Triennial Review was successfully completed with no findings.
Acquired 2 New CNG Transit Buses.
Acquired Electric Van and installed Charging Station at the Transit Center.
First electric van for Dial-a-Ride service!
Youth Ridership: 20,979 trips in 2024.
Total Ridership increase for 2024. Fixed Route total was 76,231 and Dial-A-Ride total was 9,399.
Achieved successful CHP inspection with no findings.
Held successful “Stuff the bus” event during Thanksgiving holiday 2024.
Facilities Maintenance
Facilities Driveway Project completed.
Replace roof, flooring and HVAC Systems at WQCF Facility.
Replace rotting support beams at Civic Center.
Replaced multiple aging HVAC systems at Civic Center.
Install new flooring at Transit Center.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
22 Completed interior renovations for 124 Sycamore and other city facilities.
Replaced kitchen exhaust system at Golf Clubhouse.
Completed numerous projects at 555 Industrial Park Dr to prepare for opening the homeless transitional center.
Cleaned over 150,000 square feet of buildings each month within the city.
Streets
2,000 Linear Feet of asphalt replaced on Spreckles Ave.
Downtown Yosemite ARPA Paving Project.
124 Sycamore ARPA Parking Lot Project.
S Main St Alley Paving ARPA Project.
1,2000 Ln. Ft. Asphalt Replacement S Main St.
Removed traffic bulbs to increase traffic flow and parking for downtown businesses.
172 various Asphalt Repair Projects.
Total Asphalt repairs in Sq. ft.(large and small): 185,700 sq. ft. 32 Tons of Asphalt Used to Fill Potholes.
216 Street Lights Repaired.
Sidewalk Replacement: 1,475 Linear Feet.
Number of sidewalk repairs/replacement: 58.
PUBLIC
WORKS
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
23 Number of lifted sidewalk repaired utilizing Precision Concrete Cutting: 998 lifts / 4,087 Linear ft
Leaf Collection performed in tonnage: 426
Crack Sealing Completed (Areas):
Union West
Roberts Estates
Cotta
Trailwood
Del Webb
Union Ranch East
Wastewater
Treated 3.1 billion gallons of Wastewater.
Produced and used 89,000 Diesel Gallon Equivalent (DGE) of Compressed Natural Gas.
Treated 27.4 million gallons of Sludge (processed wastewater solids).
Two construction projects are underway to help with capacity. Two additional projects starting this year.
364,577 Feet of Sewer Lines Cleaned.
1.4 Million Pounds Nitrogen Removed from wastewater.
9.3 Million Pounds BOD Removed from wastewater.
80,730 Feet of Sewer Lines CCTV.
All Wastewater Operators are now hold Grade III level certification or better which is journeyman to mastery levels.
All Collections Operators are now hold Grade I certification or better.
Smart cover sensors proactively installed prevented more than 5 Sanitary Sewer overflows.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
24 Fabrication and Installation of a Barscreen at Vanderbuilt Circle Stormwater Pumpstation to prevent damage to pumps and improve reliability of the station.
Upgraded all exterior lights at the WQCF to efficient LED fixtures. All work was performed internally by WQCF Staff.
Received awards for CWEA Supervisor of the Year, Collections Operator of the Year, Wastewater Operator of the Year, Mechanical Technologist of the Year (sweeping the regional awards for the 2nd straight year).
New roof installation at three Storm Drain Pump Stations to preserve telemetry, pumps, motors, controls, and programmable logic computers (PLCs).
Repaired 19 Storm Drain Pumps throughout the City. These upgrades were crucial in the recent success of the storm drain system.
Upgrade of Vueworks Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS).
Wastewater Laboratory
Passed all performance testing to maintain Environmental Laboratory.
Accreditation Program (ELAP) Certification to ensure that water and wastewater samples may be processed and analyzed internally. This is paramount in providing water and wastewater service because there is a significant cost savings and ensures the quickest test results so staff may take appropriate action.
Passed first ever TNI Laboratory audit, becoming one of the first laboratories in the region to ensure compliance and maintains its certification with the state.
Water Resources Laboratory analyzed a combined 17,896 reportable samples for water and wastewater.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
25 Continued the Fats, Oil, & Grease (FOG) Inspection Program for Food Service Establishments (FSE) and conducted 77 food service inspections and 11 industrial pre-treatment inspections as well as issued 19 new FOG permits and 2 new Industrial permits.
Water
Utilized 191.6 MG of recycled water in lieu of using treated and finished potable drinking water for landscape irrigation, wastewater treatment plant process water and construction use.
Completed 73 stormwater outfall inspection, 16 stormwater hot spot inspections, and 16 illicit discharge investigations.
Processed 246 water conservation rebates.
Expanded the “Butt to Watts” cigarette recycling program with cigarette butt collection containers installed at various City locations and several hotels. The collected cigarette butts are taken to a facility for incineration where the heat produced is utilized to create electricity.
Conducted public education outreach at 12 community events giving out 1387 children’s educational packets and 6,676 adult educational packets on stormwater pollution prevention, water conservation, and wastewater awareness for FOG and What Not to Flush.
Continued focus on water meter replacement to achieve an Automated Metering Infrastructure (AMI) with Badger Beacon. The advanced analytics provide useful data for water conservation.
Rebuilt Well 13, which was burnt down due to vandalism, adding to the water system’s production capacity.
Atherton tank tri-annual dive inspection completed.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
26 Replaced a soft start motor starter on Well 14 with a variable frequency drive, creating increased reliability to the water system.
Distributed 4.52 billion gallons of potable drinking water to customers.
Collected 10,214 drinking water samples and had no detections of bacteria in drinking water.
Repaired 128 water leaks, responded to 449 after hours water emergencies, managed the testing of 2,070 backflow prevention devices, exercised 1,296 water valves, investigated 1,550 calls for service, installed 945 New Water Meters, and completed 3,971 work orders generated by the Finance Department.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
27 Parks
Approved Design for WoodWard Splashpad.
Installed a Cricket Pitch at Doxey Park.
Golf Course improvements:
8,990 Sand Traps Raked
7,560 Greens Mowed
5,454 Greens Cups Cut
5,880 acres of fairways mowed
175 Yards of Kiln Dried Sand applied to greens
39 Electric Irrigation Valves replaced
77 Golf Tournaments hosted
Park Maintenance:
648 Playground Inspections Completed
360 yards of Playground Safety Surfacing Installed
9,951 hours of Turf Maintenance Completed (mowing, edging, etc.) 3,882 Hours of Irrigation Repairs and Inspections/Adjustments 441 Government Outreaches completed
746 Trees Pruned
Numerous Community Events assisted (Pumpkin/Street Festivals, Christmas @ the Center, Arbor Day, Earth Day, Memorial Day, Cultural Events, Farmers Market, Concert/Movies in the Park, etc.).
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
28 LMD/CFD
4,676,697 sq ft of streetscape and park turf maintained. 2,188,070 sq ft of landscape beds maintained.
84 pre emergent applications made.
408 playground inspections.
770 yards of playground fiber installed at 9 parks.
310 yards of deco mulch installed at 6 landscape districts. 5 pour in place pads sealed at 3 parks.
20 landscape districts replanted.
72,000 dog bags used.
Solid Waste
Implemented 3 cart weekly collection.
Hosted 4 district clean-up events, and set dates for 2025.
Lead all other departments in the social media outreach.
Hosted 2 shred-it events.
Procured lease to own garbage trucks to maintain 5 cart weekly collection.
Finalized contract with Routeware.
Michael Bowers was recognized as the Public Works Employee of the 1st Quarter.
City crews conducted bi-weekly street sweeping across over 300 miles to keep roadways clean and prevent debris from entering storm drains.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
PUBLIC
WORKS
ACCOMPLISHMENTS FY 24-25
29 Fleet Maintenance
Zachary Teunissen was recognized as the Public Works Employee of the 2nd Quarter.
Sixty-one vehicles successfully passed the Government Fleet Smog Check Program.
Forty-seven commercial trucks were registered in 2024, fully compliant with the California Clean Truck Check Program. All testing was conducted in-house using CARB-compliant software, and two technicians are certified with CARB licenses.
Thirty-five pieces of equipment were purchased in 2024, including patrol vehicles, light- to medium-duty trucks, off-road vehicles, fire apparatus, and commercial trucks.
A total of 2,312 work orders were opened and closed, covering maintenance and repairs. This process included ensuring accountability for maintenance, repairs, inventory invoicing, and outsourced services. All of this was achieved while managing limited resources on both the technical and administrative teams within our Fleet Division.
COUNCIL GOALS & PRIORITIES SPECIAL MEETING
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30 Citywide Street Project Updates - paving, crack sealing, high vizability thermoplastic application
1. 2. Water Bottle Filling Stations - determine locations
3. Vehicle Replacement Plan
4. Implement Routeware - routing software for solid waste
5. Implement robust Solid Waste Safety Program
Procure long term contracts with facilities for municipal solid waste, recycling and organics that include food-waste
6. 7. Completion of standardizing all of the residential carts - Accomplishment Education and outreach in the community for expansion of Solid Waste programs including schools
8. 9. Monthly social media podcasts on Public Works information
10. Design Guideline Updates- Parks / utilities - last updated 2017
11. Update Park Planning User Fees
12. Fencing and Sidewalk (Engineering) on Crom Street
13. Deliver outstanding ride experiences for Fixed Route service and Dial-A-Ride - where to expand routes and increase youth ridership
14. Conduct additional outreach to inform the community of the different mobility options that are provided by Manteca Transit
15. Increase route frequency on high ridership routes
16. Continue working with San Joaquin Regional Rail Commission (SJRRC) on the Transit Center Parking Lot Expansion Project.
17. Locate property for Manteca’s Transit Bus Yard.
18. Implement a structured pre-trip process to streamline operations, reduce delays, and enhance overall fleet management.
GOALS/ NEEDS FOR FY 25-26
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19. Strengthen recruitment efforts to onboard additional technicians, ensuring we return to full capacity for the maintenance program and minimize service disruptions - Fleet Maintenance
20. Transition away from reliance on fuel islands by exploring and implementing alternative fueling systems, improving both efficiency and sustainability - Accomplishments
21. Continue optimizing the maintenance program to reduce costs, improve efficiency and response times, and enhance equipment performance.
Water and wastewater goals to be added.
22.Conduct water and wastewater communitywide education and outreach.
23. Reduce the amount of annual water loss through advanced metering analytics, hydrant check valves, recording of quantity of water flushed for water quality purposes, and ensure meter accuracy.
24. Maintain minimum of 40 PSI at all times throughout the water distribution system.
25. Reduce energy consumption thought infrastructure improvements and gains in operational efficiency, such as installing variable frequency drives.
26. Continue to upgrade and enhance water well and treatment sites.
27. Reduce energy consumption thought water resources infrastructure improvements and gains in operational efficiency.
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28. Increase reliability of critical infrastructure to ensure continuance of operations.
29. Ensure National Pollutant Discharge Elimination Systems (NPDES) Permit compliance throughout the year and continue working on NPDES Permit update and Report of Waste to Discharge Permit update.
30. Expansion of Industrial Pre-Treatment and Fats, Oils, Grease (FOG) programs and continued public outreach efforts
31. Continue to improve and upgrade storm pumps, pump stations, drain inlets, and lines.
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Senior Center
Health & Wellness Fair: 20 vendors, 2 speakers, 16 sponsors, serving ~200 seniors.
New Programs: Launched Free Swap Day, themed Friday Night Bingos, and Senior Canteen (offering affordable snacks & hygiene items).
Expanded Events: Karaoke/DJ Dance moved to a more accessible time; Spaghetti Bingo transitioned to staff/ prepared meals.
Community Impact:
Angel Tree: Provided gifts for 120 seniors.
For Kid’s Sake: Assisted 862 children, with 387 attending the Christmas Breakfast.
Volunteer Appreciation: Honored 75+ volunteers, recognizing Patrick Malone as Volunteer of the Year.
Facility Enhancements: Secured ARPA funding for 20 new tables & 350 new chairs.
Safety & Wellness: Hosted first "Safe & Secure" senior seminar in partnership with Cherie Sintes-Glover.
Community Events
Culturally Inclusive Programming: Expanded events for Juneteenth, Hispanic Heritage Month, Dia de los Muertos, and introduced “Winter Around the World” at Christmas at the Center.
New & Expanded Events:
New: Parky’s Picnic, Go Skate Day Competition, Monster March.
Sold Out: Father/Daughter & Mother/Son Dances.
Inclusive Recreation: Launched Family Dance & reinstated Therapeutic Recreation Dances for special needs guests.
Music on Maple Enhancements: Added dance performances, car shows, new bands, and Recreation class demos. Expanded the event layout.
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Youth & Family Programming:
Expanded Kids Night Out with themed activities.
Launched character stations at Trunk or Treat, increased .
Hosted two Movies in the Park.
Skateboarding Initiatives:
Hosted first Go Skateboarding Day Competition with pro skater Aaron Kyro.
Began free monthly Skateboard Workshops with a seasoned instructor.
Infrastructure & Policy Improvements:
Established vendor/food truck registration policy & sponsorship opportunities.
Collaborated with multiple City departments for safe, well-organized events.
Youth Development & Contract Classes
New & Expanded Offerings:
Re-launched Little People’s Creative Play & Toddler Time, introduced a Sensory Toddler Time.
Partnered with MUSD for summer & intersession contract classes.
Introduced a Junior Cooking Class, growing in popularity.
Facility & Special Projects
Major Events & Additions:
Doxey Park Cricket Pitch Ribbon Cutting.
Second annual Park-a-Palooza at Woodward Park with additional bands and expanded activities.
Citywide decorating competitions (Halloween: 29 entries, Christmas: 18).
Our department remains committed to creating diverse, engaging, and inclusive recreational opportunities for the community.
Recreation operations moved to the Senior Center. The Senior Center will launch Civic Rec.
The Union Road tennis courts had two courts restriped to allow for Pickleball.
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Youth Sports and Aquatics:
Tiny Tots sports served 545 children combined for all sports (baseball, basketball, soccer, flag football).
Aquatics served 2269 participants combined for swim lessons.
Youth Tennis served 228 children for tennis lessons and tennis camps.
Jr. Giants served a total of 480 participants.
NFL Flag Football had two seasons and combined served 326 participants.
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1.Recreation Master Plan & Fee Updates.
2.Park & Facility Improvements (Working with Public Works- Parks Division):
Skate Park Design: Complete a design for a new Skate Park, evaluate and determine location and secure funding.
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Northgate Park Playground Upgrades: Modernize playground equipment and add inclusive play equipment with community input.
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Security Enhancements: Expand security lighting at Tony B. Marshall Park Pickleball Courts and evaluate other high-use park facilities. c.
Park User Fees & Facility Use Policy: Review and implement revised user and allocation policies and update fees.
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Community Garden & Mural Project: Strengthen partnership with Urban Greens to establish sustainable garden spaces and expand program and event partnership.
Working with other City Departments complete beautification of the area with the addition of murals and other amenities.
3. 4.Update Facility Use Fees.
Continue to evaluate and make recommendations of all Commission and Committees within the Department (Youth Advisory Commission, Senior Advisory Committee and Recreation & Parks Commission).
5. Create Capital Improvement Plans (CIP) that ties in with the Master Plan for aging Recreation facilities including: Golf Course Clubhouse, Tennis Center, Northgate Community Park, Lincoln Community Park and Woodward Community Park, using the Master Plan Update as a roadmap.
6. 7.Obtain grant funding for Recreation facilities and programs.
8. Enhance and expand Rec Department events.
9.Increase community partnerships.
10.Develop new external event partnership process.
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