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City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340

CITY OF MERCED
Minutes
City Council/Public Finance and
Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
6:00 PMMonday, May 16, 2022
A. CALL TO ORDER
Mayor SERRATTO called the Regular Meeting to order at 6:03 PM.

A.1. Invocation - Pastor Al Schaap, Gateway Church Merced The invocation was delivered by Pastor Al SCHAAP from Gateway Church Merced.

A.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Pastor Al SCHAAP led the Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag.

B. ROLL CALL
Mayor Matthew Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Kevin Blake, Council Member Delray Shelton, Council Member Bertha Perez, Council Member Jesse Ornelas, and Council Member Sarah Boyle

Present: 6 -
Council Member Fernando EchevarriaAbsent: 1 -
B.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.

C. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
C.1. SUBJECT: Proclamation - National Public Works Week

REPORT IN BRIEF
Received by a representative of the Public Works Department.

Mayor SERRATTO presented the National Public Works Week proclamation to staff members of the Public Works Department.

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C.2. SUBJECT: Proclamation - Foster Care Awareness Month

REPORT IN BRIEF
The Foster Care Awareness Month Proclamation will be presented to a representative of Merced College NextUp.

Mayor SERRATTO presented the Foster Care Awareness Month proclamation to representatives from Merced College NextUP program and CASA of Merced County.

D. WRITTEN PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
Clerk's Note: Emails were received for the following agenda items and forwarded to Council prior to the meeting.

Oral Communications - Adam COX and Joe BRUCIA.

Item F.9 - Concerned citizen.

E. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
Clerk's Note: The following comment was received via voicemail.

Lynn BARRERA, Merced - requested a no kill animal shelter and more traffic control.

Clerk's Note: The following speakers appeared in person.

Rick WENDLING, Merced - spoke about the upcoming election and current inflation.

Gloria SANDOVAL, Merced - spoke about recent acts of violence and public safety.

Lisa KAISER-GRANT, Merced - spoke about Bike Month and the upcoming ride with the Mayor.

Beverly NOVA, Merced - spoke about affordable housing.

Fue XIONG, Merced - spoke about affordable housing.

F. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items F.3. Award Bid to Merced Chevrolet for the Purchase of Three New Tahoe Police Vehicles (PV) for the Police Department and One New Traverse Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) for the Fire Department, for a Total

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Cost Not to Exceed $190,608.06, F.6. Adoption of a Resolution Approving Final Map #5396 for Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision for 26 Single-Family Lots, Generally Located South of Cardella Road (Extended) Between El Redondo Drive (Extended) and Horizons Avenue (Extended) and the Approval of the Subdivision Agreement for the Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision, F.7. Adoption of a Resolution Establishing and Approving the 2022-2023 Master Tow Service Agreement, F.8. Approval and Ratification of an Agreement with Lozano Smith to Allow for City Attorney Legal Services, F.9. Adoption of a Resolution to Display the Pride Flag at Bob Hart Square for the Month of June per City Council Policy C-7, and F.10. Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance for Zone Change #430 for Approximately 4.59 Acres Located on the East Side of Parsons Avenue, Approximately 300 Feet South of Yosemite Parkway (Hwy 140); were pulled for separate consideration.

Approval of the Consent Agenda
A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, to approve the Consent Agenda. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
F.1. SUBJECT: Reading by Title of All Ordinances and Resolutions

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.

This Consent Item was approved.

F.2. SUBJECT: Information Only - Traffic Committee Minutes of November 9, 2021

RECOMMENDATION
For information only.

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This Consent Item was approved.

F.4. SUBJECT: Approval of a First Amendment to Master Agreement with Badger Meter, Inc., for the Cloud-Based Automatic Meter Reading System and Approval of Purchase of Goods Agreement for Replacement Water Meter Endpoints Due to Cellular Changes from 3G to 4G in the Amount of $528,660, Plus Taxes and Freight

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a First Amendment to the Master Agreement with Badger Meter, Inc., to reduce the monthly service fee and approval of replacement water meter endpoints due to wireless cellular service changes from 3G to 4G in the amount of $528,660 plus taxes and freight.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Approving the First Amendment to Master Agreement with Badger Meter, Inc., for the cloud-based automatic meter reading system; and, B. Approving the Purchase of Goods Agreement with Badger Meter, Inc., for the purchase of replacement water meter endpoints in the amount of $528,660, plus taxes and freight; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.

This Consent Item was approved.

F.5. SUBJECT: Approval of Allocation of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant Program Resources and Approval of Associated Subrecipient Agreements with the County of Merced, on Behalf of its Human Services Agency, for the Respective Programs Approved in Support of the Continuum of Care With the Adopted 2020 and 2021 Annual Action Plans

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing the execution of two Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Subrecipient Agreements with the County of Merced, on behalf of its Human Services Agency, for the 2020 ($38,000) and 2021 ($38,000) Continuum of Care Collaborative

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Applicant administrative support programs.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Approving an agreement for the program identified in the 2020 HUD Annual Action Plan using Fiscal Year 2020-21 CDBG funds with the County of Merced, on behalf of its Human Services Agency, in the amount of $38,000 for the “City and County Continuum of Care 2020-21 Collaborative Applicant” Program (Account
018-1301-552-17.00/Professional Services); and,
B. Approving an agreement for the program identified in the 2021 HUD Annual Action Plan using Fiscal Year 2021-22 (Current Year) CDBG funds with the County of Merced, on behalf of its Human Services Agency, in the amount of $38,000 for the “City and County Continuum of Care 2021-22 Collaborative Applicant” Program (Account
018-1301-552-17.00/Professional Services); and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute, and if necessary, direct staff to make minor modifications to the agreements described above and as attached, and all associated documents and exhibits; and,
D. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make necessary budget adjustments.

This Consent Item was approved.

F.3. SUBJECT: Award Bid to Merced Chevrolet for the Purchase of Three New Tahoe Police Vehicles (PV) for the Police Department and One New Traverse Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) for the Fire Department, for a Total Cost Not to Exceed $190,608.06

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding the bid to Merced Chevrolet for the purchase of three Tahoes as scheduled replacements for the Police Department and one new Traverse SUV as an acquisition for the Fire Department.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Awarding the bid to Merced Chevrolet for the supply of three new Tahoes and one new Traverse SUV, for a total amount not to exceed

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$190,608.06; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents, the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order, and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

Fue XIONG, Merced - opposed the purchase of new vehicles.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, seconded by Council Member Shelton, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, and Council Member Boyle
5 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Abstain: Council Member Ornelas1 -
F.6. SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Approving Final Map #5396 for Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision for 26 Single-Family Lots, Generally Located South of Cardella Road (Extended) Between El Redondo Drive (Extended) and Horizons Avenue (Extended) and the Approval of the Subdivision Agreement for the Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of Final Map #5396 for 26 single-family lots, located south of Cardella Road (extended) between El Redondo Drive (extended) and Horizons Avenue (extended), and the subdivision agreement for the Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Approving Resolution 2022-26, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving the Final Subdivision Map for the Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision (#5396); and,
B. Approving the Subdivision Agreement for the Sage Creek, Phase 1 Subdivision; and,

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C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute all necessary documents.

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

Fue XIONG, Merced - requested more affordable housing in new developments.

A motion was made by Council Member Boyle, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
F.7. SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Establishing and Approving the 2022-2023 Master Tow Service Agreement

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the adoption of the 2022-2023 Merced Police Department Tow Service Agreement that will go into effect July 1, 2022 and expire June 30, 2023.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2022-27 a resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, establishing and approving the 2022-2023 Master Tow Service Agreement and authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

Rick WENDLING, Merced - questioned the cost of the contract.

City Manager Stephanie DIETZ explained the contract.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, seconded by Council Member Shelton, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -

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F.8. SUBJECT: Approval and Ratification of an Agreement with Lozano Smith to Allow for City Attorney Legal Services

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the ratification of the agreement with Lozano Smith, LLP to allow for City Attorney legal services.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Approving and ratifying the agreement for City Attorney legal services with Lozano Smith, LLP, and;
B. Approving a Supplemental Appropriation in the General Fund in the amount of $161,000 to cover the cost of the City Attorney agreement for the remainder of the Fiscal Year.

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

Fue XIONG, Merced - questioned the cost of the contract.

City Manager Stephanie DIETZ clarified the department savings being used to cover costs in the contract.

A motion was made by Council Member Shelton, seconded by Council Member Boyle, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
F.9. SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution to Display the Pride Flag at Bob Hart Square for the Month of June per City Council Policy C-7

REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution to display the Pride Flag in Bob Hart for the month of June per the City Council Policy C-7.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion approving Resolution 2022-29, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California,

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authorizing the display of the Pride Flag on the City flagpole in Bob Hart Square for the month of June 2022.

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

Rick WENDLING, Merced - spoke in opposition to this item.

Josue HERRERA, Merced - spoke in support of this item.

Council briefly discussed the flag policy.

A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Council Member Perez, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle
5 -
No: Mayor Pro Tempore Blake1 -

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
F.10. SUBJECT: Second Reading and Final Adoption of an Ordinance for Zone Change #430 for Approximately 4.59 Acres Located on the East Side of Parsons Avenue, Approximately 300 Feet South of Yosemite Parkway (Hwy 140)

REPORT IN BRIEF
Second reading and final adoption of an ordinance to change the General Plan Land Use Designation from Thoroughfare Commercial (CT) to High-Medium Density (HMD) Residential and change the Zoning designation from Thoroughfare Commercial (C-T) to Medium Density Residential (R-3-1.5) for approximately 4.59 acres generally located on the east side of Parsons Avenue, approximately 300 feet south of Yosemite Parkway (Hwy 140).

RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Ordinance 2540, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending the Official Zoning Map by rezoning approximately 4.59 acres of land generally located on the east side of Parsons Avenue, south of Yosemite Parkway (Hwy 140) (1808 Parsons Avenue) from thoroughfare Commercial (C-T) to Medium Density Residential (R-3-1.5).

Mayor SERRATTO pulled this item due to a request from the public.

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Fue XIONG, Merced - spoke about the need to place affordable housing in North Merced.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, seconded by Council Member Boyle, that this agenda item be approved. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
G. PUBLIC HEARINGS
G.1. SUBJECT: Second Public Hearing for Receipt of Public Comment Regarding the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2022 Annual Action Plan; Review Changes to Proposed Expenditures of Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership Program Funds for Fiscal Year 2022-2023; Update on 2022 HUD Allocation; and Continue the Public Hearing to June 21, 2022

REPORT IN BRIEF
Provides an update on the delayed announcement by HUD of 2022 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnership Program (HOME) grant allocation amounts, as well as review of changes to anticipated project funding categories and amounts since the First Public Hearing on April 4, 2022; conduct a Public Hearing to receive any new public comments; and, continue this Public Hearing to June 21, 2022, after receiving all comments.

RECOMMENDATION
City Council -
A. Open the Public Hearing to receive any new public comment regarding the Draft 2022 Annual Action Plan; and,
B. Discuss and provide any additional direction and/or comment regarding the Draft 2022 Annual Action Plan, including changes to project funding; and,
C. Adopt a motion continuing the Public Hearing to the June 21, 2022, Council meeting.

Housing Program Supervisor Kim NUTT gave a slideshow presentation

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detailing the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) 2022 Annual Action Plan and reviewed changes to proposed expenditures of Community Development Block Grant and Home Investment Partnership Program Funds for Fiscal Year 2022-2023.

Mayor SERRATTO opened and subsequently closed the Public Hearing at 6:50 PM due to lack of public comment.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, seconded by Council Member Ornelas, that this agenda item be continued to the June 21, 2022 meeting and to extend the comment period to May 31, 2022. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Clerk's Note: Council took a recess at 6:52 PM and reconvened at 7:01 PM.

H. REPORTS
H.1. SUBJECT: Review, Discussion and Direction Regarding Community Funding Requests, Water Rates, and of the City of Merced Fiscal Year 2022/23 Budget

REPORT IN BRIEF
Review of the Community Funding Requests, Discussion and Direction on Water Rates, and the City Manager’s proposed FY 2022/23 Budget.

RECOMMENDATION
For information and discussion only.

City Manager Stephanie DIETZ and Finance Officer Venus RODRIGUEZ gave a slideshow presentation regarding city revenues, expenses, staffing levels, community funding requests, water rates, and other aspects of the City of Merced Fiscal Year 2022/23 Budget.

Clerk's Note: The following comments were received via voicemail.

Alex STATTION, Merced - requested funding for a youth center and youth housing.

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Ruben PEREZ, Merced - asked for more affordable housing.

Noelle ANDERSON, Merced - asked for an affordable housing trust fund.

Clerk's Note: The following speakers appeared in person.

Jean WOODS, Merced County - spoke about the need for more affordable housing.

Elysse REDDEN, Merced - asked for funding for affordable housing.

Sanaiya GARCIA, Merced - spoke about being homeless and the need for more affordable housing.

Jazmin MORENO, Merced - requested funding for affordable housing.

Donna YANCY, Merced - commented on affordable housing.

Shirley, Merced - spoke about the local Housing Authority.

Astrid MORALES, Merced - requested a youth housing program.

Spencer FRENCH, Merced - commented on the cost of housing in Merced.

Jen RAMOS-EISEN, Merced County - spoke about the need for affordable housing in Merced.

Ashley, Merced - suggested funding for affordable housing and youth investment.

Nathen, Merced - asked Council for youth housing.

Sheng XIONG, Leadership Council - commented on the City not meeting its housing needs and the need for an affordable housing trust fund.

Josue HERRERA, Merced - spoke about the need for affordable housing.

Pangcha VANG, Merced - asked for funding for an affordable housing trust fund and a youth wellness center.

Madeline HARRIS, Leadership Council for Justice and Accountability - commented on funding for affordable housing.

Natalie MARENO - spoke about the needs of the community.

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Dr. Salvador SANDOVAL, Merced - commented on public safety and housing.

Julissa, Merced - asked for an affordable housing trust fund and a youth wellness center.

Blanca OJEDA, Merced - commented on the need to help the community with more affordable housing.

Gabrielle CABRERA, Merced - asked Council to honor their priorities.

Crissy GALLARDO, Merced - requested a guaranteed youth housing program.

Fue XIONG, Merced - reiterated the need for more affordable housing.

Ale JURADO, Merced - requested funding for more affordable housing.

Council and Ms. RODRIGUEZ discussed current water rates and whether to increase or keep them at the current rates.

A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Council Member Perez, to deny an increase to water rates at this time. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Council and Ms. DIETZ discussed the types of proposals received for community funding, a change in the funding for each, and the potential to reissue the Request for Proposal.

A motion was made by Council Member Perez, seconded by Council Member Shelton, to set the award of community funding to a $30,000 cap. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, and Council Member Boyle
4 -
No: Mayor Serratto, and Council Member Ornelas2 -

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -

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Council and Ms. DIETZ continued to discuss the possibility of reissuing the RFP, the requirements of the RFP, and the reporting requirements for the programs.

A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Council Member Perez, to reissue the RFP and base it on community requests and to grandfather in responses that have already been submitted. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle
5 -
No: Mayor Serratto1 -

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Council, Ms. RODRIGUEZ, and Ms. DIETZ continued to discuss various aspects of the budget including funding for affordable housing, a potential ballot measure regarding affordable housing, staffing levels, using ARPA funding for affordable housing, and potentially adding items into the budget.

A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Council Member Perez, to allocate an additional $500,000 to be used for affordable housing. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle
5 -
No: Mayor Pro Tempore Blake1 -

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Council discussed the potential to add ballot measures on the November ballot and requested poll results be reported at a future meeting for combining a Measure C extension with an affordable housing tax and a standalone measure for affordable housing.

I. BUSINESS
I.1. SUBJECT: Personnel Board Appointments

REPORT IN BRIEF
Consider appointing two employee nominated individuals and one Council nominated individual to the Personnel Board.

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RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:

A. Appointing Andrew Guzman and Jessica Fernandez to serve as employee nominated replacement members of the Personnel Board with terms expiring on July 1, 2024 and July 1, 2023 respectively; and, B. Appointing one individual from the remaining applicants to serve as a Council nominated replacement member of the Personnel Board to a term expiring on July 1, 2022 and to the subsequent term expiring on July 1, 2026.

Council briefly discussed the employee nominations for the vacant seats.

A motion was made by Council Member Perez, seconded by Council Member Shelton, to appoint Andrew Guzman to a term ending in July 2024 and Jessica Fernandez to a term ending in July 2023. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
Council briefly discussed the appointment of a Council nominated member.

A motion was made by Council Member Ornelas, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, to appoint Alexander Carr to the Personnel Board to complete the current term ending in July 2022 and to the subsequent term ending in July 2026. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -
I.2. 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.

Council Member ORNELAS requested promotion of the fireworks restrictions and fines.

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City Manager DIETZ stated that outreach regarding fireworks would begin soon in order to notify the public.

I.3. 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.

Council Member ORNELAS commented on community violence.

J. ADJOURNMENT
Clerk's Note: The Regular Meeting was adjourned at 9:47 PM.

A motion was made by Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, seconded by Council Member Perez, that the meeding be adjourned. The motion carried by the following vote:

Aye: Mayor Serratto, Mayor Pro Tempore Blake, Council Member Shelton, Council Member Perez, Council Member Ornelas, and Council Member Boyle 6 -
No: 0

Absent: Council Member Echevarria1 -

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