CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMMonday, February 7, 2022
Closed Session at 5:00 PM / Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM.
NOTICE TO PUBLIC/AVISO AL PÚBLICO/CEEB TOOM RAU PEJ XEEM Pursuant to Assembly Bill No. 361, there may be Council Members participating virtually for this meeting. Members of the public may participate in -person. Should any Council Member attend virtually, all votes for this meeting will be taken via rollcall.
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WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL/BIENVENIDO A LA REUNIÓN DEL CONCILIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MERCED/ZOO SIAB TXAIS TOS KOJ
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INDIVIDUALS WITH DISABILITIES
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A. CLOSED SESSION ROLL CALL
B. CLOSED SESSION
The legislative body shall provide the public with an opportunity to address the body on any item described in Closed Session [Government Code Section 54954.3(a)]. See MODIFIED PUBLIC COMMENT.
B.1. 22-070 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - INITIATION OF LITIGATION Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): (1) Case.
B.2. 22-114 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure Litigation Pursuant to Paragraph (2) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9: (1) Potential Case Regarding the Northern Portion of the Arbor Walkway
B.3. 22-116 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Pursuant to Paragraph (1) of Subdivision (d) of Government Code section 54956.9, Name of Case: City of Merced v. Trivedi, et al, Merced County Superior Court Case No. 21CV-01741
C. CALL TO ORDER
C.1. Invocation - Pastor Joel Dorman, First Baptist Church Merced C.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
D. ROLL CALL
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D.1. In accordance with Government Code 54952.3, it is hereby announced that the City Council sits either simultaneously or serially as the Parking Authority and the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority. City Council members receive a monthly stipend of $400.00 by Charter for sitting as the City Council; and the Mayor receives an additional $100.00 each month as a part of the adopted budget and Resolution 2020-86. The members of the Parking Authority and the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority receive no compensation.
E. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
F. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
F.1. 22-097 SUBJECT: Proclamation - Black History Month
REPORT IN BRIEF
Received by the NAACP President, Allen Brooks.
F.2. 22-121 SUBJECT: Recognition of the El Capitan High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team
REPORT IN BRIEF
A certificate will be received by the 2021/2022 CCC Champions, El Capitan High School Girls Varsity Soccer Team.
G. WRITTEN PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
H. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Members of the public who wish to speak on any matter not listed on the agenda may speak during this portion of the meeting and will be allotted 5 minutes. The Mayor may, at his discretion, reduce the time to 3 minutes if there are more than 3 speakers, in order to accommodate as many speakers as possible. State law prohibits the City Council from acting at this meeting on any matter raised during the public comment period. Members of the public who wish to speak on a matter that is listed on the agenda will be called upon to speak during discussion of that item. See MODIFIED PUBLIC COMMENT.
I. CONSENT CALENDAR
Adoption of the Consent Calendar may be made by one motion of the City Council, provided that any Council member, individual, or organization may request removal of an item from the Consent Calendar for separate consideration. If a request for removal of an item from the Consent Calendar has been received, the item will be discussed and voted on separately. See MODIFIED PUBLIC COMMENT.
I.1. 22-090 SUBJECT: Reading by Title of All Ordinances and Resolutions
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REPORT IN BRIEF
Ordinances and Resolutions which appear on the public agenda shall be determined to have been read by title and a summary title may be read with further reading waived.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion waiving the reading of Ordinances and Resolutions, pursuant to Section 412 of the Merced City Charter.
I.2. 22-098 SUBJECT: Information-Only Contracts for the Month of January 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $34,000 and of Public Works contracts under $76,875.
I.3. 22-091 SUBJECT: Approval of City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development/Parking Authority Meeting Minutes of January 3, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Official adoption of previously held meeting minutes.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council/Public Financing and Economic
Development/Parking Authority - Adopt a motion approving the meeting minutes of January 3, 2022.
I.4. 21-986 SUBJECT: Accept and File Community Facilities District (CFD) Nos. 2003-1 (Bellevue Ranch East), 2003-2 (Services), 2005-1 (Bellevue Ranch West), 2006-1 (Moraga of Merced) Annual Disclosure Reports for Fiscal Year 2020-2021
REPORT IN BRIEF
The continuing annual disclosure reports contain certain CFD information required to be filed annually by the City per Security and Exchange Commission (SEC) rule 15c2-12(b) and Government Code sections 50075-50077 and 53410-53412.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion accepting and filing the CFD Annual Disclosure Reports for Fiscal Year 2020-2021 for CFD Nos. 2003-1 (Bellevue Ranch East), 2003-2 (Services), 2005-1 (Bellevue Ranch West), 2006-1 (Moraga of Merced).
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I.5. 22-053 SUBJECT: Authorization of Signing Authority for City Bank Accounts and Local Agency Investment Fund
REPORT IN BRIEF
Consider granting the City’s Officers signing authority for City bank accounts and Local Agency Investment Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council/Public Financing and Economic Development
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A. Adopting Resolution 2022-05, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, authorizing signature of City checks; and, B. Adopting Resolution 2022-06, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, authorizing investment of City of Merced monies in Local Agency Investment Fund; and,
C. Adopting Resolution PFA 2022-01, a Resolution of the City of Merced Public Financing and Economic Development Authority authorizing signature of Authority checks; and,
D. Adopting Resolution PFA 2022-02, a Resolution of the City of Merced Public Financing and Economic Development Authority authorizing investment of City of Merced monies in Local Agency Investment Fund; and,
E. Adopting Resolution PA 2022-01, a Resolution of the Parking Authority of the City of Merced, California, authorizing signature of Parking Authority checks; and,
F. Adopting Resolution PA 2022-02, a Resolution of the Parking Authority of the City of Merced, California authorizing investment of City of Merced monies in Local Agency Investment Fund.
I.6. 22-061 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approval of an Agreement for the Purchase of Weather-Based Irrigation Controllers with Horizon Distributors, Inc., in the Amount of $155,927.76, as Part of the Department of Water Resources Proposition 1 Grant Awarded to the Merced Irrigation District (MID) on Behalf of the Merced Integrated Regional Water Management Authority
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REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving an agreement for the purchase of weather-based irrigation controllers.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210; and,
B. Approving an Agreement for the Purchase of Goods with Horizon Distributors, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $155,927.76; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager, to execute the necessary documents.
I.7. 22-063 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements, and Approval of Agreements for Supplies and Services for the Purchase of Irrigation Parts and Related Supplies/Materials with Ewing Irrigation Products, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $50,000, Vehicle Parts and Repair Services with Golden State Emergency Vehicle Service, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $80,000, Road Materials with Jim Brisco Enterprises, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $85,000, and Signal Lights/Parts with Western Systems, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $75,000, with the Contracts’ Terms Ending June 30, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving four (4) separate Supply and Service Agreements for the purchase of vehicle parts and repair services, herbicides and related application equipment, as well as agricultural chemicals.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210; and,
B. Approving an Agreement for Supplies and Services with Ewing Irrigation Products, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $50,000; and,
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C. Approving the Agreement for Supplies and Services with Golden State Emergency Vehicle Service, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $80,000; and,
D. Approving the Agreement for Supplies and Services Jim Brisco Enterprises, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $85,000; and, E. Approving the Agreement for Supplies and Services Western Systems, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $75,000; and,
F. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager, to execute the necessary documents.
I.8. 22-062 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the City’s Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approval of a Supplies and Services Agreement with Kemira Water Solutions, Inc., for the Purchase of Chemicals for the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, Including Ferric Chloride at a Unit Cost of $1,084.46 per Dry Ton and Poly Aluminum Chloride (PAC) at a Unit Cost of $.98 per Pound, with a Contract Term Ending June 30, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements and approving a Supplies and Services Agreement with Kemira Water Solutions, Inc., to purchase ferric chloride and poly aluminum chloride for use at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for an annual supplies and service agreement; and,
B. Approving a Supplies and Services Agreement with Kemira Water Solutions, Inc., for the purchase of ferric chloride and poly aluminum chloride through June 30, 2022; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
I.9. 22-074 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the City’s Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approval of a Supplies and Services Agreement
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with Jenfitch, Inc., for the Purchase of Chemicals for the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant, Including Poly Aluminum Chloride (PAC) at a Unit Cost of $.95 Per Pound, with a Contract Term Ending June 30, 2022
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements and approving a Supplies and Services Agreement with Jenfitch, Inc., to purchase poly aluminum chloride for use at the City’s Wastewater Treatment Plant.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for an annual supplies and service agreement; and,
B. Approving a Supplies and Services Agreement with Jenfitch, Inc., for the purchase of poly aluminum chloride through June 30, 2022; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
I.10. 22-078 SUBJECT: Approval of Street Closure Request #22-01 by the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce to Host a Farmers Market Event (El Mercado) Bimonthly, Located on W. Main Street Between M and K Streets, Canal Street Between Main Street and W. 18th Street, Including Bob Hart Square on Thursday, March 3, May 5, July 7, September 1, and November 3, 2022, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. and Approval of a Request for a City of Merced Sponsorship
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a request by the Merced County Hispanic Chamber of Commerce for the closure and use of City streets and Bob Hart Square on Thursday, March 3, May 5, July 7, September 1, and November 3, 2022, for a bimonthly Farmers Market Event (El Mercado). The request seeks approval to close W. Main Street, between M and K Streets, Canal Street between Main Street and W. 18th Street, including Bob Hart Square from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m. The application also includes a request for City of Merced Sponsorship.
RECOMMENDATION
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City Council - Adopt a motion approving the street closure of W. Main Street between M and K Streets, Canal Street between Main Street and W. 18th Street, and the use of Bob Hart Square on Thursday, March 3, May 5, July 7, September 1, and November 3, 2022, from 3:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m., and City of Merced Sponsorship, subject to the details and conditions outlined in the Administrative Staff Report.
I.11. 22-081 SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Approving Final Map 5392 (Cypress Terrace 7, Phase E) for 32 Single-Family Lots, Generally Located South of Gerard Avenue, West of M Street, and the Approval of the Subdivision Agreement for Cypress Terrace 7, Phase E
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of Final Map #5392 for 32 single-family lots, generally located south of Gerard Avenue, west of M Street, and the Subdivision Agreement for Cypress Terrace 7, Phase E.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving Resolution 2022-02, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the Final Subdivision Map for the Cypress Terrace 7, Phase E Subdivision (#5392); and,
B. Approving the Subdivision Agreement for Cypress Terrace 7, Phase E; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
I.12. 22-052 SUBJECT: Award a Bid to AG Towing for the Merced Police Department Evidence and City Vehicle Tow Service
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding of a bid to AG Towing for the Merced Police Department Evidence and City Vehicle Tow Service Agreement with service term from December 1, 2021 through June 30, 2023.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion awarding the bid to AG Towing and approving the Merced Police Department Evidence and City Vehicle Tow Service Agreement and authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
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I.13. 22-059 SUBJECT: Approval of the Purchase of VHF Radios and Accessories for the Fire Department Utilizing State Homeland Security Grant Program (SHSGP) Funding From FY19 and FY20 in a not to Exceed Amount of $54,600 and Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirement
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing the purchase of 25 new Bendix King BKR5000 wildland portable radios and accessories for use in the wildland firefighting environment in an amount not to exceed $54,600 and waiving the competitive bidding requirements for the purchase.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the competitive bidding requirements, as stated in Section
3.04.210 of the Merced Municipal Code due to standardization; and, B. Accepting $33,000 of Fiscal Year 2019 SHSGP grant funds and $21,600 of Fiscal Year 2020 SHSGP funds to account 001-0901-324.02 Other State Grants; and,
C. Appropriating $54,600 to account 001-0901-522.26-00 Supplies and Services / Other Equipment O & M to purchase the portable radios and accessories and,
D. Authorizing the City to purchase requested radio equipment through 49er Communication for equipment costs not to exceed $54,600; and, E. Authorizing the use of pooled cash to cover the appropriation until grant funds are reimbursed; and,
F. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute any necessary contracts or documents needed related to this report.
I.14. 22-088 SUBJECT: Authorization for the Fire Department to Submit a Grant Application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program to Fund Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors, Fall Prevention Kits, and Emergency Preparedness Kits with an Estimated Total Project Cost of $315,000 with FEMA Providing 90% of the Project Cost and the City Providing the 10% Local Match
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REPORT IN BRIEF
Authorizing the Fire Department to submit a grant application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Grant Program to fund a combination smoke detector and carbon monoxide detector supplies, a fall prevention kit for the elderly, and emergency preparedness kits with an estimated total project cost of $315,000 with FEMA providing 90% of the project cost and the City providing the 10% local match.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion authorizing the submittal of a grant application to the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Fiscal Year 2021 Fire Prevention and Safety (FP&S) Program with an estimated total project cost of $315,000 with FEMA providing 90% of the project cost and the city providing the 10% local match.
I.15. 22-111 SUBJECT: Approval of a Side Letter Agreement with Merced Fire Fighters, Local #1479 (Fire) with a Term of January 18, 2022 Through April 1, 2022 Adopting General Order 22-002, COVID-19 Staffing Reduction Guidelines
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Side Letter Agreement with Merced Fire Fighters, Local #1479 (Fire) with a term of January 18, 2022 through April 1, 2022, adopting General Order 22-002, COVID-19 Staffing Reduction Guidelines.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving a Side Letter Agreement with International Fire Fighters Association Local #1479; and affirming the City Manager’s approval of General Order 22-002, COVID-19 Staffing Reduction Guidelines.
I.16. 22-089 SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance to Approve Zone Change #428, Initiated by MCP, LLC, Property Owner, Involving a Zone Change From Low-Density Residential (R-1-6) to Medium-Density Residential with an Urban Residential Zoning Overlay (R-3-2/UR) for Four 0.22-Acre Parcels Located at 565, 575, 601, and 609 Q Street
REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading of a previously introduced ordinance for a Zone Change from Low Density Residential (R-1-6) to Medium Density Residential with
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an Urban Residential Overlay (R-3-2/UR) for four 0.22-acre parcels located at 565, 575, 601, and 609 Q Street.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Ordinance 2536, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending the official Zoning Map by rezoning approximately 0.88 acres of land generally located on the west side of Q Street, directly south of West 6th Street, from Low-Density Residential (R-1-6) to Medium-Density Residential (R-3-1.5) with Urban Residential (UR) Overlay.
J. PUBLIC HEARINGS
Members of the public who wish to speak on public hearings listed on the agenda will be heard when the Public Hearing is opened, except on Public Hearing items previously heard and closed to public comment. After the public has commented, the item is closed to further public comment and brought to the Council for discussion and action. Further comment will not be received unless requested by the Council. See MODIFIED PUBLIC COMMENT.
J.1. 22-095 SUBJECT: Public Hearing (to be Heard at 7:00PM) to Receive a Report from Staff on the Redistricting Process and Permissible Criteria to be Considered to Review Maps Recommended by the Redistricting Advisory Committee and Submitted Draft Maps from the Public for Consideration
REPORT IN BRIEF
Public Hearing to inform the City Council and the public on the redistricting process and permissible criteria to be considered to review maps recommended by the Redistricting Advisory Committee and submitted draft maps from the public for consideration.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Review the two (2) recommended draft maps by the Redistricting Advisory Committee and draft maps submitted by the Public and continue the Public Hearing to March 7, 2022.
J.2. 22-005 SUBJECT: Public Hearing and Potential Introduction of Ordinance to Update the City's Public Facilities Financing Plan and Impact Fee Program and Adoption of a Resolution Amending the Administrative Policy Implementing the Fees
REPORT IN BRIEF
The City Council will hold a public hearing and consider introduction of an Ordinance regarding the comprehensive update of the City’s Public
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Facilities Financing Plan and Impact Fee Program along with the Repeal of the Park Quimby Act Fees and adoption of a resolution amending the Administrative Policy implementing the Fees.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Introducing Ordinance 2537, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending Chapter 17.62, “Public Facilities Impact Fees,” And Repealing Chapter 17.38 “Park and Recreation Facilities Fee” And Chapter 18.40, “Park Dedication,” of the Merced Municipal Code; and,
B. Adopting Resolution 2022-07, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending Administrative Policy and Procedure A-32 regarding Public Facilities Impact Fees.
K. BUSINESS
K.1. 21-993 SUBJECT: Review, Discussion and Direction Regarding Cost Sharing Agreement with Daniel R. Martin Family Foundation, Inc. and the City of Merced to Fund a Third Zookeeper at Applegate Zoo for Three Years
REPORT IN BRIEF
Review, discuss and provide staff direction regarding a Cost Sharing Agreement between the Daniel R. Martin Family Foundation, Inc. and the City of Merced for the funding of a third zookeeper at Applegate Zoo for a three-year duration.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Provide staff direction on pursuing the Cost Sharing Agreement between the Daniel R. Martin Family Foundation, Inc. and the City of Merced, for the funding of a third zookeeper for three years.
K.2. 22-118 SUBJECT: Mayor Serratto’s Request to Discuss Restoring Laura Fountain - Update
REPORT IN BRIEF
Mayor Serratto will discuss the plan to restore Laura Fountain pursuant to City Council Administrative Policies and Procedures C-1.
RECOMMENDATION
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Provide staff direction for possible next steps.
K.3. 22-092 SUBJECT: Request to Add Item to Future Agenda
REPORT IN BRIEF
Provides members of the City Council to request that an item be placed on a future City Council agenda for initial consideration by the City Council.
K.4. 22-093 SUBJECT: City Council Comments
REPORT IN BRIEF
Provides an opportunity for the Mayor and/or Council Member(s) to make a brief announcement on any activity(ies) she/he has attended on behalf of the City and to make a brief announcement on future community events and/or activities. The Brown Act does not allow discussion or action by the legislative body under this section.
L. ADJOURNMENT