Agenda packet — Mendota City Council, September 1, 2026

City Council Meeting Agenda 1 September 1, 2026

CITY OF MENDOTA

CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
City Council Chambers
725 Riofrio Street
Mendota, California 93640
Tuesday, September 1, 2026
6:00 PM
____________________________________________________________________________________ The Mendota City Council welcomes your attendance and participation. Regular City Council meetings are generally held on the first and third Tuesday of each month. In accordance with the California Ralph M. Brown Act, the City Council may discuss and take action on any item listed on this agenda, unless otherwise noted. Members of the public are encouraged to participate at the designated times during the meeting. Please silence all electronic devices while the meeting is in session. Thank you for your courtesy and cooperation.

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VICTOR MARTINEZ
Mayor

JOSE ALONSO
Mayor Pro Tempore
LIBERTAD “LIBERTY” LOPEZ

JESSE LUA MENDOZA
JOSEPH R. RIOFRIO

CRISTIAN GONZALEZ
City Manager

JOHN KINSEY
City Attorney
Mendota City Hall, 643 Quince Street, Mendota, California 93640 Telephone: (559) 655-3291 | Fax: (559) 655-4064
TDD/TTY: (866) 735-2919 (English) | (866) 833-4703 (Spanish) Website: www.cityofmendota.com
The City of Mendota is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

City Council Meeting Agenda 2 September 1, 2026

CITY OF MENDOTA
Regular City Council Meeting – September 1, 2026 ___________________________________________________________________________

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

FLAG SALUTE

INVOCATION

FINALIZE THE AGENDA

1. Adjustments to Agenda

2. Adoption of final Agenda

PRESENTATION

1. Fresno Economic Development Corporation to provide a presentation on the 2025-2030 Fresno County Comprehensive Economic Development Strategy.

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

1. Council Members

2. Mayor

PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time, members of the public may address the City Council on any matter not listed on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the City Council. Individuals attending in person who wish to speak are asked to complete a "Request to Speak" form and submit it to the City Clerk prior to the start of the meeting. Individuals participating remotely may request to speak by using the "Raise Hand" feature in Zoom or by pressing *9 if participating by telephone. When recognized, remote participants will be unmuted to provide their comments. Public comments are limited to THREE (3) MINUTES per speaker. All speakers shall observe proper decorum. The Mendota Municipal Code prohibits the use of boisterous, slanderous, or profane language. In-person speakers must step to the podium and state their name and address for the record. Please be mindful of the time limit.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING

1. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting of August 18, 2026.

2. Notice of waiving of the reading of all resolutions and/or ordinances introduced and/or adopted under this agenda.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, that item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and will be considered separately.

1. AUGUST 11, 2026 THROUGH AUGUST 24, 2026
a. WARRANT LIST CHECK NOS. 58367-58413, 26PP17, 1001-1005 b. TOTAL FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL = $999,434.86
City Council Meeting Agenda 3 September 1, 2026

2. Proposed adoption of Proclamation No. 26-05, recognizing September 2026 as Sepsis Awareness Month in the City of Mendota.

3. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-60, accepting the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant and approving the Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections.

4. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-61, approving the application for Climate Bond Grant Funds for the Urban Greening Program for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project.

5. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-62, authorizing the final payment of retention to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez for the Divisadero & Inez Street Reconstruction Project.

BUSINESS

1. City Council discussion and consideration of the continued introduction and waiver of the first reading of Ordinance No. 26-03, amending Section 2.24.030 of Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Mendota Municipal Code relating to the City's Conflict of Interest Code. a. Receive report from City Clerk Cabrera-Garcia
b. Inquiries from City Council to staff
c. Mayor Martinez opens the public hearing
d. Once all comments have been received, Mayor Martinez closes the public hearing
e. Council considers the introduction and waiver of the first reading of Ordinance No. 26-03, and schedules the public hearing for September 15, 2026

2. City Council discussion and consideration of Resolution No. 26-63 for adoption, approving a non-revolving line of credit funded by anticipated grant funds. a. Receive report from Finance Director Valdez
b. Inquiries from City Council to staff
c. Mayor Martinez opens floor to receive any comment from the public d. City Council considers adoption of Resolution No. 26-63

DEPARTMENT REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

1. City Engineer
a) Update

2. City Attorney

3. City Manager

ADJOURNMENT
City Council Meeting Agenda 4 September 1, 2026

CERTIFICATION OF POSTING
I, Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk of the City of Mendota, hereby certify that the foregoing agenda for the Regular Meeting of the Mendota City Council to be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, was posted on Friday, August 28, 2026, no later than 5:00 p.m., on the bulletin board located at Mendota City Hall, 643 Quince Street, Mendota, California 93640, at the City Council Chambers, 725 Riofrio Street, Mendota, California 93640, and on the City's official website at www.cityofmendota.com.

/s/ Celeste Cabrera-Garcia
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk
▸Shawna Bryant, Business Development Manager
September 1, 2026
Mendota City Council
AGENDA
▸Introduction
▸Planning Process
▸Plan Overview
▸Questions

INTRODUCTION
▸ A strategy and data-driven plan for regional
economic development
▸ The result of a regionally-owned planning process
designed to build capacity and guide the economic
prosperity and resiliency of an area or region
▸ Considers, integrates, and leverages other regional
planning efforts
▸ Required elements include a SWOT analysis,
compiled from regional demographic and
socioeconomic data, target sector analysis, and
infrastructure assets
▸ Regions must update their CEDS at least every 5
years to qualify for EDA assistance
▸ A CEDS is a prerequisite for EDD designation by the
EDA

CEDS OVERVIEW
To create a fully digitally integrated Comprehensive
Economic Development Strategy (CEDS) for
Fresno County and its 14 incorporated cities to
guide economic prosperity, resilience, and federal
grant eligibility.

PROJECT GOAL

PLANNING

PROCESS
Leading Partners

CEDS STRATEGY COMMITTEE
Alicia Aguirre*
City of Selma
Thomas Gaffery
City of Fowler
Cassandra Little
Fresno Metro Black Chamber of
Commerce
Nathan Olson
City of Sanger
Charlie Schuh*
Colliers International
Nick Audino
Newmark Pearson Commercial
Cristian Gonzalez
City of Mendota
Jesus Martinez
CVIIC
Karen Pearson
Sanger Chamber of Commerce
Deep Singh
Jakara Movement
Sean Brewer
City of Coalinga
Alex Henderson
City of Kingsburg
Chad McCollum
City of Clovis
Jolene Polyack*
City of Kingsburg
Lisa Swartz
Kingsburg Chamber of Commerce
Chris Brown
Fennemore Dowling Aaron
Esmeralda Hurtado
City of Sanger
Jonathan Meza
Mendota Chamber of Commerce
Julian Ramos*
Fresno County EDC
Erik Valencia
Reedley Chamber of Commerce
Elizabeth Cabrera
City of San Joaquin
John Jansons
City of Kerman
Vong Mouanoutoua
Community Health System
Jim Quan
Full Circle Renewables
Buk Wagner
Colliers International
Gino Cayanan
Noble Credit Union
Simran Jhutti
Fresno Council of Governments
Scott Netherton
Coalinga Chamber of Commerce
Yvette Quiroga
County of Fresno
Pao Yang
The Fresno Center
Ed Dunkel
Precision Civil Engineering, Inc.

Bernard Jimenez
County of Fresno
Lauren Nikkel
Fresno County EDC
Bernadette Rojas
U.S. Department of Commerce,
International Trade Administration
Nicole Zieba
City of Reedley
Bryn Forhan
The Forhan Company
Mike Kissinger
Kerman Chamber of Commerce
Will Oliver
Fresno County EDC
Donald Rollin
Hidden Hills Nut Co.

Karen Foster
Selma Chamber of Commerce
Ray Leon
City of Huron
Lisa Oliviera
Visit Fresno County
Fernando Santallian
City of Selma
* Denotes alternate member
JUN ’24 – NOV ‘24 DEC ’24 – APR ‘25 MAY ’25 – AUG ‘25 SEP ’26 – MAR ‘26 APR ‘26 - NOW

TIMELINE
Submit for
EDA Review
& Feedback
Strategic
direction
Project
launch
Draft
CEDS Approved
by BOS
On Aug 5
Planning
alignment &
Stakeholder
Engagement
Baseline
analysis
Opportunity
workshop
Competitive
position (SWOT)
Industry, Workforce,
& Infrastructure
Analysis
Case
studies
Closeout
EDA Grant
EDA
Approved on
Feb 19
Finalize
draft CEDS
Share CEDS
with all
relevant
stakeholders
to ensure
alignment

OPPORTUNITY

DISCOVERY

IMPLEMENTATION

EDA REVIEW

EXECUTION
PLAN

OVERVIEW
WHAT INFORMS THE STRATEGIC PLAN?

WHAT YOU TOLD US
▸ Meetings with community leadership & staff
▸ Focused interviews & roundtables
▸ Community survey & workshop

WHAT THE DATA TOLD US
▸ Economic assessment
▸ Industry analysis
▸ Workforce analysis

WHAT OUR EXPERIENCE TOLD US
▸ Strategies & initiatives
▸ Best practices & use cases
▸ Trends in economic development

STAKEHOLDER ENGAGEMENT
16 COMMUNITY MEETINGS
Caruthers area • Clovis • Coalinga • Firebaugh • Fowler • Huron • Kerman • Kingsburg • Mendota • Orange Cove • Parlier • Reedley • San Joaquin • Sanger • Selma • Shaver Lake area 24 ROUNDTABLES & INTERVIEWS
Higher Education • Workforce • Industry and Large Employers • Entrepreneurs & Start-Ups • Real Estate & Development • Economic Development partners • Agriculture industry • Broadband 40 STRATEGY COMMITTEE MEMBERS
Eight CEDS strategy committee meetings • Opportunity workshop • Project rollout presentation • Implementation workshop
200+ STAKEHOLDERS ENGAGED
Through participation in topically focused roundtables, one-on-one interviews, community meetings, and CEDS Strategy Committee workshops.
600+ SURVEY PARTICIPANTS
Community members participated in an online survey to solicit their perceptions of and vision for Fresno County.

CEDS FRAMEWORK

CEDS VISION STATEMENT
Fresno County is a place where opportunity is accessible to all, prosperity is shared, and a diversified economy supports resilient, thriving communities.

CEDS GUIDING PRINCIPLES
Balanced Growth Sustainability Innovation Accountability Authenticity

CEDS OBJECTIVES
Business Growth Workforce Development Infrastructure & Real Estate Quality of Place

1.1 BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT. Advance business growth, retention, and expansion efforts throughout Fresno County by strengthening industry support, attracting investment, and fostering a competitive economic environment.

1.2 BUSINESS RECRUITMENT. Recruit new companies to Fresno County that offer high-quality jobs and are invested in the future of the region.

1.3 CBAs. Where required, or desired by the County of Fresno, utilize community benefit agreements (CBAs) to support economic development projects while ensuring workforce, environmental, and community benefits align with county priorities.

1.4 SMALL BUSINESS. Support the growth and success of Fresno County’s small businesses by improving access to resources, strengthening local networks, and fostering a business-friendly environment.

1.5 ENTREPRENEURSHIP & STARTUPS. Develop a strong entrepreneurial support ecosystem to ensure startups can grow and thrive in Fresno County.

1.6 COORDINATION & COLLABORATION. Develop strategic partnerships among businesses, educational institutions, and economic development organizations to align resources and drive economic growth.

Foster a competitive business environment that supports the expansion of existing industries, attracts new investment, and drives innovation to create a resilient and diversified economy.

OBJECTIVE 1. BUSINESS GROWTH

2.1 CAREER DEVELOPMENT. Provide ongoing training and opportunities for workers to advance into high quality and living wage jobs.

2.2 WORKFORCE PIPELINE. Develop a robust workforce pipeline by fostering partnerships between education, industry, and community organizations to equip the future workforce with the skills to thrive in a dynamic economy.

2.3 WORKFORCE SUPPORT. Enhance workforce stability and productivity by addressing barriers to employment and ensuring access to essential resources for local talent.

2.4 TALENT ATTRACTION & RETENTION. Develop a talent attraction campaign that emphasizes Fresno County’s unique opportunities and its commitment to creating an environment that supports long-term career growth.

2.5 COLLABORATION & COORDINATION. Foster a collaborative ecosystem that brings together public, private, and nonprofit partners to align workforce development efforts, enhance industry-education connections, and ensure access to career opportunities across Fresno County.

Build a skilled and adaptable workforce to drive Fresno County’s economic growth and competitiveness.

OBJECTIVE 2. WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT

3.1 COMMERCIAL SITES. Enhance the readiness and marketability of commercial sites by streamlining development processes, modernizing existing properties, and fostering mixed-use and flexible workspace solutions that support business attraction and expansion.

3.2 INDUSTRIAL SITES. Expand industrial site availability and readiness through strategic inventory development, targeted infrastructure improvements, and the repurposing of underutilized properties to attract investment and support long-term economic growth.

3.3 UTILITIES. Develop resilient infrastructure systems that ensure reliable and sustainable water, electric, and broadband services to support economic and community growth.

3.4 CONNECTIVITY. Improve regional mobility and economic access by expanding public transit, enhancing highway and rail infrastructure, and supporting the growth of Fresno Yosemite International Airport as a transportation hub.

Develop and enhance the real estate and infrastructure assets needed to support business growth and strengthen the regional economy.

OBJECTIVE 3. INFRASTRUCTURE & REAL ESTATE

4.1 HOUSING. Support affordable, diverse, and sustainable housing development in Fresno County to support workforce growth, attract new residents, and drive long-term economic vitality.

4.2 DOWNTOWNS. Strengthen the vitality and development of downtowns, central business districts, and Main Streets across Fresno County.

4.3 COMMUNITY IDENTITY. Preserve and promote the authenticity of the community by supporting local culture, historic assets, and unique public spaces that strengthen identity and sense of place.

4.4 GREENSPACE. Integrate greenspaces into current and future developments to enhance recreation, connect popular destinations, and support sustainable development through parks, trails, and non-motorized corridors.

Elevate the region’s quality of place by creating vibrant, resilient communities that attract talent and visitors and support local businesses.

OBJECTIVE 4. QUALITY OF PLACE
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QUESTIONS?
Minutes of City Council Meeting 1 August 18, 2026

MINUTES OF MENDOTA

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Regular Meeting August 18, 2026
Meeting called to order by Mayor Martinez at 6:01 PM
Roll Call
Council Members Present: Mayor Victor Martinez, Mayor Pro Tem Jose Alonso, and Council Members Libertad “Liberty” Lopez,
Jesus “Jesse” Mendoza and Joseph R. Riofrio
Council Members Absent: None
Flag salute led by Council Member Lopez
Invocation led by Police Chaplain Robert Salinas
A moment of silence was held for Emeterio Cuevas and Julian Andrade who had recently passed away.

FINALIZE THE AGENDA

1. Adjustments to Agenda.

2. Adoption of final Agenda.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alonso to adopt the agenda, seconded by Council Member Lopez; unanimously approved (5 ayes).

MAYOR AND COUNCIL REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

1. Council Members
Council Member Mendoza thanked staff for their work and thanked the community for their patience during the construction of ongoing projects.

Minutes of City Council Meeting 2 August 18, 2026
Mayor Pro Tem Alonso commented on the possibility of creating a proclamation recognizing Sepsis Awareness Month; shared his experience with sepsis; commented on possibly recognizing community members who have a positive impact on the City; and thanked the City Council and staff for their work.

Council Member Lopez thanked everyone for attending; thanked staff for their work; and commented on the Mendota Police Department’s (“MPD”) National Night Out event and the Mendota Boxing Club event.

Council Member Riofrio commented on ongoing projects throughout the City; the MPD’s work; the start of the new school year; and the process for railroad crossing improvements.

2. Mayor
Mayor Martinez thanked the community for their patience during ongoing projects; commented on the installation of rectangular rapid flashing beacons at various pedestrian crossings along State Route 180 in the City; the installation of a High-Intensity Activated Crosswalk; the Safe Routes to School Master Plan; the Community Center project; the 7th Street Rehabilitation Project; the Alley Repaving Project; the Naples Street Improvement Project; the 2nd Street Stormwater Project; the Economic Development Quarterly Meeting held on August 14; stated that Congressman Adam Gray recently visited the City; and urged the community to spread awareness regarding electric bicycle safety.

Discussion was held on the comments shared by Mayor Martinez.

PUBLIC COMMENT
Adrian Soto requested use of the Danny Trejo Soccer Field and New Soccer Field to host a soccer tournament on September 19 and 20.

Marvin Villanueva shared information regarding the proposed soccer tournament scheduled for September 19 and 20.

Discussion was held on the comments shared by Mr. Soto and Mr. Villanueva.

Mayor Martinez read a public comment on behalf of Victor Antonio Garcia regarding the closure of the restrooms at Veterans Park and the condition of railroad crossings throughout the City.

Discussion was held on the comments shared by Mayor Martinez on behalf of Mr. Garcia.

Kevin Romero provided an update on local youth sports; inquired when the basketball courts at Rojas-Pierce Park would be repainted; and inquired whether the basketball nets could be replaced.

At 6:31 p.m. Council Member Lopez left the Council Chambers and returned within the Minutes of City Council Meeting 3 August 18, 2026
same minute.

APPROVAL OF MINUTES AND NOTICE OF WAIVING OF READING

1. Minutes of the regular City Council meeting of August 4, 2026.

2. Notice of waiving of the reading of all resolutions and/or ordinances introduced and/or adopted under this agenda.

Mayor Pro Tem Alonso requested that a moment of silence held in honor of Julian Andrade at the regular City Council meeting of August 4, 2026, be translated into Spanish.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Alonso to approve items 1 and 2 with the modification he requested, seconded by Council Member Riofrio; unanimously approved (5 ayes).

CONSENT CALENDAR

1. AUGUST 4, 2026 THROUGH AUGUST 10, 2026
a. WARRANT LIST CHECK NOS. 58310 THROUGH 58366
b. TOTAL FOR COUNCIL APPROVAL = $675,052.98

2. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-56, authorizing the City Manager to execute Master Agreements, Program Supplemental Agreements, Fund Exchange Agreements, Fund Transfer Agreements, and any amendments thereto with the California Department of Transportation.

3. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-57, approving the proposal from Precision Civil Engineering, Inc., for engineering and design services for the Smoot Street Improvements.

4. Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 26-58, approving the proposal from Precision Civil Engineering, Inc., for boundary survey services for Assessor’s Parcel Number 013-050-021.

Mayor Martinez shared his excitement for upcoming projects.

A motion was made by Council Member Riofrio to approve items 1 through 4 the Consent Calendar, seconded by Council Member Lopez; unanimously approved (5 ayes).

BUSINESS

1. Discussion and consideration of Resolution No. 26-59, authorizing the formation of a City Council Ad Hoc Subcommittee to assist with auditing and negotiating with commercial cannabis businesses in the City.

Mayor Martinez introduced the item and Assistant City Attorney Castro provided the report.

Minutes of City Council Meeting 4 August 18, 2026
Discussion was held on the update provided by Assistant City Attorney Castro.

Mayor Martinez opened the public comment period.

Sergio Valdez commented on the item.

Discussion was held on the comments made by Mr. Valdez; a light post hazard at 3rd Street and Pucheu Street; and working with the Mendota Unified School District to provide a notice regarding electric bicycle safety.

Mayor Martinez closed the public comment period.

Discussion was held on the item.

A motion was made by Mayor Martinez to appoint himself and Council Member Mendoza as regular members of the Subcommittee and adopt Resolution No. 26-59, seconded by Council Member Riofrio; unanimously approved (5 ayes).

DEPARTMENT REPORTS AND INFORMATIONAL ITEMS

1. Animal Control, Code Enforcement, and Police Department a) Update
Chief of Police Renteria provided the monthly update for the Animal Control Department, Code Enforcement Department and Police Department.

At 6:43 p.m. Council Member Riofrio left the Council Chambers.

Discussion was held on the update provided by Chief Renteria; the Police Department’s assistance with traffic control during the start of the new school year; bringing another spay and neuter clinic to the community; and concerns regarding community members keeping roosters and chickens at their residences.

At 6:46 p.m. Council Member Riofrio returned to the Council Chambers.

2. City Attorney
Assistant City Attorney Castro stated that he is working on the annual audits and reviews of commercial cannabis businesses in the City and the weed abatement process.

3. City Manager
City Manager Gonzalez commented on the Mendota Boxing Club’s upcoming event; the Community Center Project; ongoing street striping throughout the City; the reopening of the Derrick and Oller Roundabout (“Roundabout”); thanked the Police Department for its work during the recent Roundabout closure; thanked staff for their work; and shared that former Minutes of City Council Meeting 5 August 18, 2026
City of Mendota employee Charles Johnson had positive remarks regarding the City’s progress.

Discussion was held on the update provided by City Manager Gonzalez and the design options for the new City welcome signs.

CLOSED SESSION

1. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code sections 54954.5, subdivision (f), 54957.6 a. Agency Designated Representative: Cristian Gonzalez, City Manager b. Employee Organization: Mendota Police Officers Association

2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION a. Potential initiation of litigation pursuant to paragraph (2) of subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9 (two potential cases).

At 6:51 p.m. the City Council entered into Closed Session.

At 7:12 p.m. the City Council reconvened in Open Session, at which time Assistant City Attorney Castro reported that there was no reportable action on items 1 through 2.

ADJOURNMENT
With no more business to be brought before the City Council, a motion for adjournment was made at 7:12 p.m. by Council Member Mendoza, seconded by Council Member Lopez; unanimously approved (5 ayes).
_______________________________
Victor Martinez, Mayor
ATTEST:
_______________________________
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk

CITY OF MENDOTA

CASH DISBURSEMENTS
08/11/2026 - 8/24/2026
CK# 058367 - 058413
Check Date Check Number Check Amount Vendor Name Department Description August 11, 2026 58367 $ 739.90 AT&T GENERAL, WATER, SEWER CITYWIDE TELEPHONE SERVICE 6/25/2026 - 7/24/2026 August 11, 2026 58368 $ 1,172.23 CORBIN WILLITS SY'S INC. GENERAL, WATER, SEWER ENHANCEMENT & SERVICE FEE FOR AUGUST 2026 August 11, 2026 58369 $ 512.50 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE GENERAL, WATER, SEWER PROFESSIONAL SERVICES RENDERED JUNE 2026 August 11, 2026 58370 $ 225.22 JULIANA LOPEZ GENERAL REIMBURSEMENT FOR GROOMING YANOSCH AND NEW TUG TOY August 11, 2026 58371 $ 63,492.45 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERING, INC.

GENERAL, WATER, SEWER,

STREETS

PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING & PLANNING SERVICES FOR CITY
INFRASTRUCTURE & CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS 6/26/2026 - 7/25/2026 August 11, 2026 58372 $ 715.66 RAMON'S TIRE & AUTO SERVICES GENERAL, STREETS TIRE REPAIRS AND INSTALLATION PACKAGES FOR 2018 FORD, 2023

DODGE DURANGO, TRAILER FLAT BED & BACKHOE
August 11, 2026 58373 $ 9,293.03 BANKCARD CENTER

GENERAL, WATER, SEWER,

STREETS
CREDIT CARD EXPENSES 6/24/2026 - 7/22/2026: ADOBE, AUTODESK,

CALIFORNIA CITIES, INTERNATIONAL ASSOCIATION, & SEALMASTER August 19, 2026 58374 $ 517.28 AFLAC GENERAL AFLAC INSURANCE FOR AUGUST 2026 August 19, 2026 58375 $ 832.87 ALERT-0-LITE GENERAL, STREETS

PARKS & STREET SUPPLIES - GLASS ENAMEL, RUST ENAMEL, AND

APPLIANCE RED PAINT
August 19, 2026 58376 $ 457.79 ALEX AUTO DIAGNOSTICS GENERAL 2019 DODGE CHARGER - REPLACE SPARK PLUGS & OXYGEN SENSOR August 19, 2026 58377 $ 185.00 ERIC ANTUNA GENERAL IMPAIRED DRIVING TRAINING IN ANAHEIM 8/20/2026 - 8/23/2026 August 19, 2026 58378 $ 415,318.56 A S DEZIGN, INC. STREETS DIVISADERO & INEZ STREET RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT 5/4/2026 - 7/3/2026
August 19, 2026 58379 $ 1,125.00 BLUE TO GOLD, LLC GENERAL

POLICE DEPARTMENT TRAINING ( REPORT WRITING, CRIMINAL

INVESTIGATIONS, SEIZURE & TRAFFIC ENFORCEMENT)
August 19, 2026 58380 $ 60.00 CALIFORNIA BUILDING GENERAL BUILDINGS STANDARDS ADMINISTRATION FUND FEE, 2ND QUARTER APRIL - JUNE 2026
August 19, 2026 58381 $ 400.00 CALIFORNIA FORENSIC INSTITUTE GENERAL (1) PRE-EMPLOYMENT EVALUATION FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT August 19, 2026 58382 $ 36.44 DIVISION OF THE STATE ARCHITEC GENERAL DISABILITY ACCESS & EDUCATION FUND FEE, 2ND QUARTER APRIL - JUNE 2026
August 19, 2026 58383 $ 355.01 CINTAS CORPORATION NO. 2 GENERAL, WATER, SEWER

FIRST AID KIT SUPPLIES POLICE DEPARTMENT, CITY HALL, PUBLIC

WORKS, WATER TREATMENT PLANT, WASTEWATER TREATMENT
August 19, 2026 58384 $ 1,172.23 CORBIN WILLITS SY'S INC. GENERAL, WATER, SEWER ENHANCEMENT AND SERVICE FEES FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 August 19, 2026 58385 $ 53.28 DEPARTMENT OF CONSERVATION GENERAL

STRONG MOTION INSTRUMENTATION & SEISMIC HAZARD MAPPING FEE, 2ND QUARTER APRIL - JUNE 2026
August 19, 2026 58386 $ 3,889.84 ECS HOUSE INDUSTRIES, INC. SEWER

WASTEWATER TREATMENT PLANT SERVICE - BUCKET OIL, HYDRAULIC

LOCK COMPONENTS, AND RESERVOIR BATTERY
August 19, 2026 58387 $ 116.40 FRESNO PET CEMETERY GENERAL (194) GROUP CREMATION 3 LARGE DOGS TOTAL August 19, 2026 58388 $ 108.08 HR DIRECT GENERAL, WATER, SEWER ENGLISH PROFESSIONAL/TECHNICAL POSTER GUARD 1 YEAR PUBLIC SECTOR
August 19, 2026 58389 $ 2,685.00 LIEBERT CASSIDY WHITMORE GENERAL, WATER, SEWER ERC MEMBERSHIP & SUBSCRIPTION FOR JULY 2026 - JUNE 2027 August 19, 2026 58390 $ 1,858.76 M.C REPAIRS FULL DIAGNOSTIC GENERAL 2018 JEEP CHEROKEE #90 REPAIRS: FUSE BOX REPLACEMENT &

REWIRING, CONTROL ARM, ENGINE MOUNT, & SWAY BAR
August 19, 2026 58391 $ 360.00 MINERAL KING PUBLISHING, INC. GENERAL PUBLICATION NOTICE ORDINANCE NO.26-02 REZONE APN 013-241-19 August 19, 2026 58392 $ 3,044.75 PURCHASE POWER GENERAL, WATER, SEWER POSTAGE METER REFILLS FOR 7/16/2026 - 7/17/2026 & 8/07/2026 - 8/09/2026 August 19, 2026 58393 $ 582.84 PURL'S SHEETMETAL & AIR GENERAL, WATER, SEWER CITY HALL HVAC SERVICE: A/C DIAGNOSTICS & LINE REPLACEMENT, PLUS INSTALLATION OF (8) MERV & (3) MERV AIR FILTERS
August 19, 2026 58394 $ 2,707.15 RED WING BUSINESS ADVANTAGE AC WATER, SEWER (14) BOOT REPLACEMENT PER MOU FOR PUBLIC WORKS AND PUBLIC

UTILITIES
August 19, 2026 58395 $ 1,008.28 ERNEST PACKING SOLUTIONS GENERAL CLEANING SUPPLIES - (8) CAN LINERS 55 GAL & (4) CT Y-NOTCH RT 800' WHITE
August 19, 2026 58396 $ 9,164.00 SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY RAILROAD CO STREETS PROFESSIONAL SERVICE PROJECT SAFETY IMPROVEMENTS JUNE 2025 - SEPTEMBER 2025
August 19, 2026 58397 $ 555.22 SIGNMAX GENERAL, STREETS WATER & STREETS SIGNAGE SUPPLIES: PROPOSITION 68 SIGN WITH ANTI - GRAFFITI LAMINATE & (3) 30" HIP STOP SIGNS
August 19, 2026 58398 $ 1,427.92 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY LLC GENERAL PARKS IRRIGATION SUPPLIES: HUNTER OUTDOOR CONTROLLERS, RAIN

BIRD FIELD DECODERS, AND FUEL

CITY OF MENDOTA

CASH DISBURSEMENTS
08/11/2026 - 8/24/2026
CK# 058367 - 058413
August 19, 2026 58399 $ 303.00 SOUTH COUNTY VETERINARY HOSPIT GENERAL ANIMAL CONTROL SERVICES & MEDICATIONS: EUTHANASIA, HAZARDOUS

WASTE DISPOSAL, TELAZOL, ACEPROMAZINE
August 19, 2026 58400 $ 200.00 UNITED HEALTH CENTERS GENERAL (1) PRE EMPLOYMENT PHYSICAL EXAM FOR THE POLICE DEPARTMENT August 19, 2026 58401 $ 203.65 VALLEY FARM SUPPLY STORES INC. STREETS STREET SUPPLIES - (4) STIHL CHAIN 3/8" & (4) STIHL CHAIN.325 August 19, 2026 58402 $ 5,200.00 VALLEY GREEN AG MANAGEMENT INC GENERAL POOL PARK RODENT CONTROL: 81 LABOR HOURS, FUEL, AND

TECHNICIAN SERVICES
August 19, 2026 58403 $ 2,511.50 WANGER JONES HELSLEY PC ATTORNEY GENERAL LEGAL SERVICES: ELEMENT 7 DISPENSARY, ODYSSEY DEVELOPMENT, & 321 S. DERRICK WARRANT FOR JULY 15, 2026
August 24, 2026 58404 $ 4,398.78 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC GENERAL, WATER, SEWER AUGUST 2026 - NATIONAL NIGHT OUT, ANIMAL CONTROL, POLICE

DEPARTMENT & CITY HALL SUPPLIES
August 24, 2026 58405 $ 1,877.45 AT&T MOBILITY GENERAL POLICE DEPARTMENT PHONE SERVICE 7/12/2026 - 8/11/2026 August 24, 2026 58406 $ 150.00 JORGE ANTONIO CONDE HERNANDEZ GENERAL NATIONAL NIGHT OUT 2 HOURS DJ SERVICES AT ROJAS PARK August 24, 2026 58407 $ 110.08 EMPLOYEE RELATIONS, INC GENERAL, WATER, SEWER (2) PRE -EMPLOYMENT AND BACKGROUND CHECKS August 24, 2026 58408 $ 7,133.53 HUMANA INSURANCE COMPANY GENERAL DENTAL, VISION, & LIFE INSURANCE FOR SEPTEMBER 2026 August 24, 2026 58409 $ 186.69 OFFICE DEPOT GENERAL, WATER, SEWER OFFICE SUPPLIES: (1) NOTEBOOK, (2) ROLLS OF TAPE, (1) PAPER, (4) COPY PAPER, (1) BOX OF CLIPS, & (3) MARKERS
August 24, 2026 58410 $ 90,791.67 PG&E

GENERAL, WATER, SEWER,

STREETS
WATER DEPARTMENT UTILITIES 6/30/2026 - 8/11/2026 AND CITYWIDE UTILITIES FOR 7/07/2026 - 8/05/2026
August 24, 2026 58411 $ 2,852.92 SORENSEN MACHINE WORKS

GENERAL, WATER, SEWER,
STREETS JULY 2026 CITYWIDE DEPARTMENT SUPPLIES
August 24, 2026 58412 $ 1,013.26 VERIZON WIRELESS

GENERAL, WATER, SEWER,
STREETS CITYWIDE CELLPHONE SERVICES 7/7/2026 - 8/6/2026 August 24, 2026 58413 $ 1,109.34 VULCAN MATERIALS COMPANY STREETS (13.16) ST 1/2IN. HMA TPYE A ENVIRONMENTAL FEE AGG & ASPHALT FOR

WATER PATCH REPAIR
August 12, 2026 26PP17 $ 217,159.00 CITY OF MENDOTA PAYROLL GENERAL PAYROLL TRANSFER 7/27/2026 - 8/09/2026 August 26, 2026 1001 $ 14,675.00 GERALD MELE & ASSOCIATES, INC GENERAL

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES COMMUNTY CENTER CONSTRUCTION ADMIN 10 %
August 27, 2026 1002 $ 123,810.40 MARKO CONSTRUCTION GROUP INC GENERAL PAYMENT #2 NEW COMMUNITY CENTER PROJECT NO. 5362 FOR JULY 2026
August 28, 2026 1003 $ 1,275.00 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERING, INC. GENERAL PROFESSIONAL SERVICE FOR COMMUNITY CENTER 6/26/2026 - 7/25/2026 August 29, 2026 1004 $ 66.00 PROVOST & PRITCHARD GENERAL

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMMUNITY CENTER NEPA PROJECT FOR JUNE 2026
August 30, 2026 1005 $ 234.90 PROVOST & PRITCHARD GENERAL

PROFESSIONAL SERVICE COMMUNITY CENTER NEPA PROJECT FOR JULY 2026
$ 999,434.86
City of Mendota
Proclamation No. 26-05
Recognizing September 2026 As Sepsis Awareness Month
WHEREAS, September is nationally recognized as Sepsis Awareness Month to increase awareness of sepsis, the body's life-threatening response to infection, which can lead to tissue damage, organ failure, and death; and WHEREAS, sepsis affects approximately 1.7 million Americans and takes the lives of approximately 350,000 adults each year in the United States; and WHEREAS, each year, more than 75,000 children in the United States develop severe sepsis, and approximately 6,800 of these children die; and WHEREAS, sepsis is a significant cause of hospitalization in the United States, with costs for acute sepsis hospitalization and skilled nursing estimated at $62 billion annually; and
WHEREAS, sepsis survivors may experience a shortened life expectancy, impaired quality of life, and long-term effects, including amputations and post-sepsis syndrome; and
WHEREAS, communities that have historically lacked access to high-quality healthcare experience a disproportionate burden of sepsis-related illness and complications; and
WHEREAS, sepsis is the second-leading cause of pregnancy-related mortality in the United States, and the growing problem of antimicrobial resistance continues to increase the risk and frequency of sepsis cases; and WHEREAS, despite the serious and widespread impact of sepsis, less than 15 percent of adults in the United States can identify its symptoms; and WHEREAS, the signs of sepsis can be remembered using the mnemonic "TIME," which stands for "Temperature," "Infection," "Mental decline," and "Extremely ill"; and
WHEREAS, increasing awareness of the signs and symptoms of sepsis, along with rapid diagnosis and treatment, can save lives and improve outcomes for sepsis survivors.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT PROCLAIMED, that the City Council of the City of Mendota hereby recognizes September 2026 as Sepsis Awareness Month in the City of Mendota and encourages residents to learn the signs and symptoms of sepsis and understand the importance of seeking timely medical attention.

Victor Martinez, Mayor
1 AGENDA ITEM – STAFF REPORT
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: NORA VALDEZ, FINANCE DIRECTOR
VIA: CRISTIAN GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: ACCEPTING THE PROPOSITION 64 PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY GRANT AND APPROVING

THE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY

CORRECTIONS
DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
ISSUE
Shall the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-60, accepting the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant and approving the Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections?

BACKGROUND
The Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant Program is administered by the California Board of State and Community Corrections (“BSCC”). The City of Mendota (“City”) applied for funding through the program to address public safety and public health issues associated with cannabis legalization.

The City was awarded $923,000 in grant funding for the period of July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2031.

ANALYSIS
The grant will provide funding to support the Mendota Police Department's efforts to address illegal cannabis activities and ensure compliance among commercial cannabis operators. Grant funding will also support equipment and resources needed for enforcement activities.

In addition, the grant will support community and youth-focused education and outreach regarding cannabis safety, recreational cannabis use, and the harms associated with substance abuse and addiction.

Approval of the Grant Agreement will allow the City to receive and utilize the awarded funds in accordance with the requirements of the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant Program.

FISCAL IMPACT
The City will receive up to $923,000 in Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant funds.

Grant expenditures must be made in accordance with the approved grant agreement and budget. 2 RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-60, accepting the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant and approving the Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections.

Attachments:

1. Resolution No. 26-60

2. Exhibit “A” – Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections
1 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE

CITY OF MENDOTA, COUNTY OF FRESNO
RESOLUTION NO. 26-60

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA ACCEPTING THE PROPOSITION 64 PUBLIC HEALTH & SAFETY GRANT AND APPROVING

THE GRANT AGREEMENT WITH THE CALIFORNIA BOARD OF STATE AND

COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS
WHEREAS, the California Board of State and Community Corrections ("BSCC") administers the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the City of Mendota (“City”) applied for funding through the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant Program; and WHEREAS, the City has been awarded grant funding in an amount not to exceed $923,000 for the period of July 1, 2026 through December 31, 2031; and WHEREAS, the grant will support public safety and public health efforts associated with cannabis legalization, including enforcement activities, equipment and resources, commercial cannabis compliance, and community and youth-focused education and outreach; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to accept the grant funding and approve the Grant Agreement with BSCC.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mendota that the City Council hereby accepts the Proposition 64 Public Health & Safety Grant in an amount not to exceed $923,000; approves the Grant Agreement with the California Board of State and Community Corrections, attached hereto as Exhibit “A” and incorporated herein by this reference; authorizes the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement and administer the grant, subject to approval as to form by the City Attorney; and provides that this Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption. ______________________________
Victor Martinez, Mayor
2 ATTEST:

I, Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk of the City of Mendota, do hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted and passed by the City Council at a regular meeting of said Council, held at the Mendota City Council Chambers located at 725 Riofrio Street, Mendota, California 93640, on the 1st day of September, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk

EXHIBIT A

1 AGENDA ITEM – STAFF REPORT
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: CRISTIAN GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: APPROVING THE APPLICATION FOR CLIMATE BOND GRANT FUNDS FOR THE URBAN

GREENING PROGRAM FOR THE AIRPORT PARK URBAN GREENING AND COOLING

PROJECT
DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
ISSUE
Shall the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-61, approving the application for Climate Bond Grant Funds for the Urban Greening Program for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project?

BACKGROUND
The City of Mendota (“City”) is working toward the development of a new public park at the former decommissioned airport site. The City has already secured $2 million from the Land and Water Conservation Fund to support the broader development of Airport Park.

The proposed park will provide additional recreational and green space for the Mendota community and create new opportunities for outdoor activities and community use.

ANALYSIS
The City is seeking additional funding through the California Natural Resources Agency's Urban Greening Program for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project.

The proposed grant-funded improvements include planting more than 300 climate-ready shade trees, installing irrigation to support long-term tree establishment, and constructing a walking path throughout the park site. These improvements will increase tree canopy, provide shaded walking and gathering areas, and help reduce the impacts of extreme heat.

As part of the grant application process, the California Natural Resources Agency requires the City Council to adopt a resolution approving the application and authorizing the City Manager, or their designee, to execute and submit the documents necessary for the project.

FISCAL IMPACT
Approval of the resolution will allow the City to apply for grant funding for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project.
2 RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-61, approving the application for Climate Bond Grant Funds for the Urban Greening Program for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project.

Attachment:

1. Resolution No. 26-61
1 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE

CITY OF MENDOTA, COUNTY OF FRESNO
RESOLUTION NO. 26-61

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA APPROVING

THE APPLICATION FOR CLIMATE BOND GRANT FUNDS FOR THE URBAN

GREENING PROGRAM FOR THE AIRPORT PARK URBAN GREENING AND

COOLING PROJECT
WHEREAS, the Legislature and Governor of the State of California have provided Climate Bond funds for the project identified above; and WHEREAS, the California Natural Resources Agency has been delegated the responsibility for the administration of the Urban Greening Program and for establishing the necessary procedures governing the grant program; and WHEREAS, the procedures established by the California Natural Resources Agency require a resolution certifying approval of the application by the applicant's governing body prior to submission of the application to the State; and WHEREAS, the City of Mendota, if selected for funding, will enter into an agreement with the State of California to carry out the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mendota that it hereby:

1. Approves the filing of an application for the Airport Park Urban Greening and Cooling Project; and

2. Certifies that the City of Mendota understands the assurances and certifications contained in the application; and

3. Certifies that the City of Mendota or title holder will have sufficient funds to develop, operate, and maintain the project consistent with the land tenure requirements, or will secure the resources to do so; and

4. Certifies that the City of Mendota will comply with the prevailing wage provisions of the California Labor Code, if applicable; and

5. Certifies that the project will comply with all applicable laws and regulations, including, but not limited to, the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), legal requirements for building codes, health and safety codes, disabled access laws, and environmental laws, and that prior to commencement of construction, all applicable licenses and permits will have been obtained; and

6. Certifies that the City of Mendota will work toward the Governor's State Planning Priorities intended to promote equity, strengthen the economy, protect the environment, and promote public health and safety, as included in Government Code Section 65041.1; and
2 7. Appoints the City Manager, or their designee, as agent to conduct all negotiations and execute and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications, agreements, payment requests, and any other documents necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project. ______________________________
Victor Martinez, Mayor
ATTEST:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk
1 AGENDA ITEM – STAFF REPORT
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: MICHAEL OSBORN, PROJECT MANAGER
VIA: CRISTIAN GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT OF RETENTION TO AS DESIGN, INC., DBA

ASPHALT DESIGN BY JUAN GOMEZ FOR THE DIVISADERO & INEZ STREET

RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
ISSUE
Should the City Council adopt Resolution 26-62, authorizing the final payment of retention to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez for the Divisadero & Inez Street Reconstruction Project?

BACKGROUND
The City of Mendota (“City”) budgeted the use of local street funding for the construction of the Divisadero & Inez Street Reconstruction Project (“Project”) to reconstruct Divisadero Street between Juanita Street and Inez Street as well as a portion of Inez Street between Divisadero Street and 7th Street.

City Council Resolution No. 26-17 authorized the award of the construction contract to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez (“Contractor”). On July 7, 2026 the Project was found to be substantially complete and on August 7, 2026 the Notice of Completion was recorded by the Fresno County Recorder (Document No. 2026-0078184.) Following recordation of the Notice of Completion, a 35-day waiting period commenced during which any stop notices or liens may be filed against the contractor.

ANALYSIS
To the best of staff’s knowledge, no liens or stop notices have been filed prior to nor during the 35-day waiting period; therefore, payment of the retention may be made in full.

FISCAL IMPACT
Final payment including retainage of $21,858.87 was included in the fee of the awarded contract as well as the approved budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026, utilizing local Street Funds. This project will not impact the General Fund.

RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-62, authorizing the final payment of retention to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez for the Divisadero & Inez Street Reconstruction Project.
2 Attachment:

1. Resolution No. 26-62
1 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE

CITY OF MENDOTA, COUNTY OF FRESNO
RESOLUTION NO. 26-62

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA AUTHORIZING THE FINAL PAYMENT OF RETENTION TO AS DESIGN, INC., DBA

ASPHALT DESIGN BY JUAN GOMEZ FOR THE DIVISADERO & INEZ STREET

RECONSTRUCTION PROJECT
WHEREAS, City of Mendota (“City”) City Council Resolution No. 26-17 authorized the award of the Divisadero & Inez Street Reconstruction Project construction contract to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez (the “Contractor”); and
WHEREAS, this project was found to be substantially complete on July 7, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Notice of Completion was filed with the Fresno County Recorder on August 7, 2026 (Document No. 2026-0078184); and
WHEREAS, during the portion of the required 35-day waiting period that has elapsed to date no stop notices or liens have been filed with the City against the Contractor in relation to this project; and
WHEREAS, payment of the full contract amount, including retention, was included in the approved budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 to be paid for from local street funds available for use to repair and maintain local streets.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Mendota hereby authorizes the City Manager to release the payment of retention in the amount of $21,858.87 to AS Design, Inc., dba Asphalt Design by Juan Gomez as final payment for this project after the completion of the 35-day waiting period with no notices having been filed with the City.
______________________________
Victor Martinez, Mayor
2 ATTEST:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
______________________________
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk
1 AGENDA ITEM – STAFF REPORT
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: CELESTE CABRERA-GARCIA, CITY CLERK
VIA: CRISTIAN GONZALEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: AMENDING SECTION 2.24.030 OF CHAPTER 2.24 OF TITLE 2 OF THE MENDOTA

MUNICIPAL CODE RELATING TO THE CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE DATE: SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
ISSUE
Shall the City Council introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 26-03, amending Section 2.24.030 of Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Mendota Municipal Code relating to the City's Conflict of Interest Code?

BACKGROUND
The Political Reform Act requires local government agencies to adopt and periodically review their Conflict of Interest Codes. The City of Mendota's (“City”) Conflict of Interest Code is contained in Chapter 2.24 of the Mendota Municipal Code and identifies positions required to disclose certain financial interests through the filing of Statements of Economic Interests, also known as Form 700s.

Local agencies are required to review their Conflict of Interest Codes biennially to determine whether amendments are necessary. As part of the 2026 biennial review, the City reviewed its current organizational structure and designated positions to ensure that the City's Conflict of Interest Code remains current.

ANALYSIS
As a result of the City's 2026 biennial review, staff determined that amendments to the City's Conflict of Interest Code are necessary to reflect changes to the City's organizational structure, including the addition of positions and revisions to existing position titles.

Ordinance No. 26-03 proposes to amend Section 2.24.030 of the Mendota Municipal Code to update the City's designated positions accordingly. The proposed amendment will help ensure that the City's Conflict of Interest Code accurately reflects positions that make or participate in making governmental decisions and are therefore subject to applicable financial disclosure requirements.

The City's completed 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice is included as an attachment to this staff report.

FISCAL IMPACT
There is no significant fiscal impact associated with the adoption of the proposed ordinance. 2 RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends that the City Council introduce and waive the first reading of Ordinance No. 26-03, amending Section 2.24.030 of Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Mendota Municipal Code relating to the City's Conflict of Interest Code, and schedule a public hearing regarding this Ordinance for September 15, 2026.

Attachments:

1. 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice

2. Ordinance No. 26-03
www.fppc.ca.gov
FPPC Advice: [email protected] (866.275.3772)

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2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice
Name of Agency:

Mailing Address:

Contact Person: Phone No.

Email: Alternate Email:

Accurate disclosure is essential to monitor whether officials have conflicts of interest and to help ensure public trust in government. The biennial review examines current programs to ensure that the agency’s code includes disclosure by those agency officials who make or participate in making governmental decisions.

This agency has reviewed its conflict of interest code and has determined that (check one BOX):

An amendment is required. The following amendments are necessary:
(Check all that apply.)
Include new positions
Revise disclosure categories
Revise the titles of existing positions
Delete titles of positions that have been abolished and/or positions that no longer make or participate in making governmental decisions
Other (describe)
The code is currently under review by the code reviewing body.

No amendment is required. (If your code is over five years old, amendments may be necessary.)
Verification (to be completed if no amendment is required) This agency’s code accurately designates all positions that make or participate in the making of governmental decisions. The disclosure assigned to those positions accurately requires that all investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income that may foreseeably be affected materially by the decisions made by those holding designated positions are reported. The code includes all other provisions required by Government Code Section 87302.
__________________________________________ _________________________ Signature of Chief Executive Officer Date
All agencies must complete and return this notice regardless of how recently your code was approved or amended. Please return this notice no later than October 1, 2026, or by the date specified by your agency, if earlier, to:
(PLACE RETURN ADDRESS OF CODE REVIEWING BODY HERE)
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS FORM TO THE FPPC.
1 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE

CITY OF MENDOTA, COUNTY OF FRESNO
ORDINANCE NO. 26-03

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA AMENDING SECTION 2.24.030 OF CHAPTER 2.24 OF TITLE 2 OF THE MENDOTA MUNICIPAL

CODE RELATING TO THE CITY'S CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE
WHEREAS, the Political Reform Act of 1974, Government Code section 81000 et seq., requires state and local government agencies to adopt and promulgate conflict of interest codes; and
WHEREAS, the City of Mendota (“City”) has adopted a Conflict of Interest Code pursuant to Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Mendota Municipal Code; and WHEREAS, the City periodically reviews its Conflict of Interest Code to ensure that positions whose duties involve the making or participation in the making of governmental decisions are appropriately designated; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to amend Section 2.24.030 of the Mendota Municipal Code to add additional designated positions to the City's Conflict of Interest Code.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 2.24.030 of Chapter 2.24 of Title 2 of the Mendota Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

2.24.030 - Designated employees.

The following are designated employees who must make disclosures:

A. The mayor and the members of the city council;
B. The planning commission and its alternate planning commissioner; C. The city manager;
D. The chief of police;
E. The city attorney;
F. The city engineer;
G. The finance director;
H. The finance officer;
I. The director of administrative services; and
J. The city clerk.;
K. The assistant public works director;
2 L. The public works director and planning;
M. The public utilities superintendent;
N. The chief plant operator;
O. The police lieutenant.

SECTION 2. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase or portion of this Ordinance is held for any reason to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the Ordinance. The City Council of the City of Mendota hereby declares that it would have adopted this Ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions be declared invalid or unconstitutional.

SECTION 3. The Mayor shall sign and the City Clerk shall certify to the passage of this Ordinance and will see that it is published and posted in the manner required by law.

SECTION 4. This ordinance shall become effective and in full force at 12:00 midnight on the 31st day following its adoption.
* * * * * * * * * *
The foregoing ordinance was introduced on the 1st day of September, 2026, and duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Mendota at a regular meeting thereof held on the 15th day of September, 2026, and its amendments are made retroactively effective as of the effective date of Ordinance No. 26-03, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
__________________________
Victor Martinez, Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
John Kinsey, City Attorney
1 BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE

CITY OF MENDOTA, COUNTY OF FRESNO
RESOLUTION NO. 26-63

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF MENDOTA APPROVING

A NON-REVOLVING LINE OF CREDIT FUNDED BY ANTICIPATED GRANT FUNDS WHEREAS, the City of Mendota (“City”) has been awarded grant funds from the Federal Government’s Department of Housing and Urban Development, Community Planning and Development and California’s Natural Resources Agency in the amounts of $2,000,000 and $8,000,000, respectively (collectively, the “Grant Funds”); and WHEREAS, the Grant Funds have been fully committed and appropriated for issuance to the City on a reimbursement basis upon the City incurring eligible capital expenditures for the Mendota Community Center project (the “Project”); and WHEREAS, the City desires to finance eligible Project capital expenditures pending its receipt of reimbursements via the Grant Funds; and WHEREAS, Article 7.7 (commencing with Section 53859) of Chapter 4, Part 1, Division 2, Title 5 of the Government Code authorizes the City to borrow money by issuing grant anticipation notes payable from a grant or loan funds from the state or federal government that are committed and appropriated to the City (Gov. Code, §§ 53859.01, 53859.02); and
WHEREAS, the money borrowed may be used and expended by the City solely for the purpose for which the Grant Funds are to be received (Gov. Code, § 53859.02); and
WHEREAS, subject to the debt limits identified in Section 18 of Article XVI of the California Constitution, grant anticipation notes shall be payable not later than thirty-six months from the date of issue and may not bear interest exceeding ten percent per annum (Gov. Code, § 53859.04); and
WHEREAS, the principal amount of grant anticipation notes shall not exceed ninety-five percent of the Grant Funds committed, appropriated, and payable on specified dates or events within a thirty-six month period (Gov. Code, § 53859.08); and WHEREAS, Community West Bank (“Lender”) has offered to open a nonrevolving line of credit for the City and purchase the grant anticipation note on the terms described in this Resolution and the term sheet attached hereto as Exhibit A; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that issuing a grant anticipation note is in the public interest, is consistent with the City’s adopted local debt policy, and will be undertaken in compliance with the reporting requirements of Government Code section 8855.
2 NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Mendota as follows:

1. Findings. The foregoing Recitals are true and correct, and the City Council finds and determines the same.

2. Authorization for Note. The City is authorized to borrow money and to issue a grant anticipation note (the “Note”) pursuant to Article 7.7 (commencing with Section 53859) of the Government Code, in a principal amount not to exceed Three Million Dollars ($3,000,000), and in no event exceeding ninety-five percent of the committed and appropriated Grant Funds. (Gov. Code, §§ 53859.01, 53859.02, 53859.08.)

3. Terms of the Note. The Note shall:
a. be dated on issuance and mature one year from that date; b. bear interest at a rate equal to the Wall Street Journal rate plus

0.50% per annum, provided that the interest rate shall not be less than 6.75% per annum (floor) and shall not exceed 10 percent per annum, with interest payable monthly;
c. provide for payment of principal in full at maturity; d. be subject to a one-time financing fee of 0.50% of the approved principal amount, payable to Lender; and
e. be issued on the additional terms and conditions set forth in the financing documents.

4. Source of Payment; Solely from Grant Funds. The Note shall be payable solely from the Grant Funds committed and appropriated to the City, together with interest earnings thereon, and shall not constitute a pledge of, or be payable from, the City’s general fund or taxing power.

The City Council hereby pledges the Grant Funds to the payment of the principal of and interest on the Note.

5. Use of Proceeds. Proceeds of the Note shall be used solely for eligible capital expenditures for the Project (solely for the purpose for which the Grant Funds are to be received).

6. Approval of Financing Documents. The City Council approves such additional financing documents as are required for the financing arrangements outlined herein. Each Authorized Officer is authorized to execute and deliver said financing documents with such changes, insertions, and completions as they may approve to the Lender, such approval to be conclusively evidenced by the execution and delivery thereof.
3 7. Authorized Officers. The City Manager, Finance Director, and Mayor (the “Authorized Officers”) are each authorized to execute the Note and financing documents and to take all actions necessary or appropriate to consummate the financing, including determining the final principal amount, interest rate, and maturity date within the limits set forth above.

8. CDIAC Reporting and Debt Policy. Pursuant to Government Code section 8855, the Authorized Officers are directed to cause:
a. a Report of Proposed Debt Issuance to be submitted to the California Debt and Investment Advisory Commission (“CDIAC”) no later than thirty days prior to the sale of the Note, together with the certification that the City has adopted local debt policies and that this issuance is consistent with those policies;
b. a Report of Final Sale to be submitted to the CDIAC not later than twenty-one days after the sale of the Note; and
c. all annual reports to the CDIAC thereafter as required by applicable laws.

9. Further Actions. The Authorized Officers are authorized to take all other actions and execute all other documents necessary or desirable for the City to carry out the purposes of this Resolution.

10. Effective Date. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
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Victor Martinez, Mayor
ATTEST:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:
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Celeste Cabrera-Garcia, City Clerk

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City Engineer Update Memo
To: City Council via Cristian, City Manager
From: Kevin Gross, City Engineer
Date: 9/1/2026
Streets

1. Naples Street improvements (STBG)
a. Civil design at 30% complete. Council presentation on unique ADA design features will be provided in September.
b. Target construction window (Summer 2027)

2. 7
th Street Rehab Project (STBG)
a. Civil design at 30% complete. Downtown Design Feature (Shade structures at benches, additional landscape, lighting improvements, ADA upgrades) b. Target council presentation on conceptual design strategy in September. c. Target construction window (Summer 2027)

3. Alley Repaving Project (CMAQ)
a. Civil design underway. PS&E target completion by Winter 2026/ 2027 b. Target construction window (Summer 2027)

4. Welcome Sign Reconstruction
a. Alternative 1 chosen by counsel.
b. Beginning discussions with fabricators.
c. Caltrans coordination to begin once dimensions are established.

5. Safe Routes to School 2026/2027
a. Begin design in fall 2026.
b. Includes:
• 11,000 square feet of new concrete sidewalk
• 1 Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)
• 9 Advanced Warning Signs
• Tra9ic Signing, Striping, and Pavement Markings
• 12’ Wide Raised Concrete Median with Landscaping
• 25 accessible curb ramps

6. Smoot Avenue Improvements
a. Survey topo in process.
b. Construction target completion prior to Community Center opening.

Parks

1. Airport Park Master Plan
a. Phase 1 & master plan design to begin in September 2026. Currently working on proposal to define project scope and schedule.
b. Council presentation in fall 2026 on preliminary layout and design features.

2. Veterans Park Basketball Re-Surfacing
a. Wonderful Company Grant submitted on 8/31/2026 for $50k b. Resurfacing, backboards, seating, etc.

Planning

1. Development Impact Fee Update
a. Target completion by end of 2026

2. Mendota MSR
a. MSR underway. Target for LAFCO submittal November 2026.

3. CA-33 & Lozano St Development
a. Pre application review packet sent to Bottom Line on 8/17/2026 Grant Applications

1. SS4A Grant Application
a. Submitted 5/26/2026 for $312,500
b. Corridor study for Belmont Avenue

2. ATP Application (Derrick Ave Pedestrian Improvement) a. Submittal on June 22, 2026, for $1,330,360
b. Includes HAWK ped crossing at 6th street, RRFB’s at 5th Street and Median Island Refuge in front of McCabe Elementary

3. Urban Greening Grant (Airport Park)
a. Due September 4, 2026
b. Funding for the perimeter walking trail and shade trees for the trail limits. (Approx 56,800 SF of trail – 1.07 miles)
c. Up to $5 million available

4. Local Highway Safety Improvements (HSIP)
a. Due November 2, 2026
b. Funding safety improvements in public roads.
c. Min award $100,000
On Going

1. Attending FCOG TTC on 7/10/2026

2. Working with Townsend for upcoming grant applications

3. Coordination e9orts with Community Center

Mendota City CouncilSeptember 1, 2026

Mendota City Council
September 1, 2026