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
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMMonday, August 15, 2022
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A. CALL TO ORDER
A.1. Invocation - Pastor Juan Ochoa, Calvary Assembly of God A.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
B. ROLL CALL
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.
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C. WRITTEN PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
D. 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.
E. 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.
E.1. 22-651 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.
E.2. 22-596 SUBJECT: Approval of the Professional Services Agreement with the United Way of Merced County to Develop a Merced City Stewardship Council for a not to Exceed Amount of $50,000 for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) Non-Profit Support Funding
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers the approval of the Professional Services Agreement with the United Way of Merced County to develop a Merced City Stewardship Council for a not to exceed amount of $50,000 for ARPA Non-Profit Support Funding.
RECOMMENDATION
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A. Approving the Professional Services Agreement with the United Way of Merced County to develop a Merced City Stewardship Council for an amount not to exceed $50,000 for ARPA Non-Profit Support Funding; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
E.3. 22-597 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approve Purchases of Parts, Equipment, Supplies, and Services Necessary for Public Works Maintenance and Operations from International Coatings Company, Inc., in the Amount not to Exceed $150,000 Through June 30, 2023
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving the purchase of various parts, equipment, supplies, and services for Public Works maintenance and operations.
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 annual supplies and services agreements; and,
B. Approving the agreement for the Purchase of Goods with International Coatings Company, Inc., in the amount not to exceed $150,000 in Fiscal Year 2022/2023; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager, to execute the necessary documents or contracts, and to approve change orders up to the City Manager’s purchasing authority.
E.4. 22-633 SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement and Lien Affecting Real Property Deferral of Water Connection Fees for 67 S. Coffee Street
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the Agreement and Lien Affecting Real Property - Deferral of Water Connection Fees for 67 S. Coffee Street.
RECOMMENDATION
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City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving the Agreement and Lien Affecting Real Property- Deferral of Water Connection Fees with, Larry K. Wright, Trustee under Trust A of Wright Family Trust Agreement and Larry K. Wright Trustee under Trust B of Wright Family Trust Agreement dated November 1, 2006, for 67 S.
Coffee Street; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute all necessary documents.
E.5. 22-589 SUBJECT: Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Sections 10.16.010 “Speed Limits,” 10.28.230 “No Parking Zones,” 10.28.235 “Motorcycle Parking,” 10.28.275, “Disabled Persons - On-Street Parking,”
10.28.350 “Ten-Minute Parking Zones,” and 10.32.056 “Passenger Loading Zones - Permanent” of the Merced Municipal Code
REPORT IN BRIEF
Introduction of an Ordinance to amend sections 10.16.010, 10.28.230,
10.28.235, 10.28.275, 10.28.350, and 10.32.056 of the Merced Municipal Code.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion introducing Ordinance 2542, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending sections 10.16.010 “Speed Limits,” 10.28.230 “No Parking Zones,”
10.28.235 “Motorcycle Parking,” 10.28.275 “Disabled Persons - On-Street Parking,” 10.28.350 “Ten-Minute Parking Zones,” and 10.32.056 “Passenger Loading Zones - Permanent” of the Merced Municipal Code.
E.6. 22-658 SUBJECT: Acceptance of the Grant Offer for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Project No. 3-06-0152-028-2022, Issued by the Federal Aviation Administration for the Merced Regional Airport, in the Amount of $84,236
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting a $84,236 Airport Improvement Program Grant awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration for use at the Merced Regional Airport.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
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A. Approving a grant agreement between Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the City of Merced; and,
B. Approving acceptance of grant funds and increasing the Airport Capital Improvement Fund revenue account 461-1303-321.10-00 in the amount of $84,236 and appropriating the same to account 461-1303-667.65-00; and, C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments; and,
D. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute all necessary grant documents.
E.7. 22-659 SUBJECT: Acceptance of the Grant Offer for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Project No. 3-06-0152-029-2022, Issued by the Federal Aviation Administration for the Merced Regional Airport, in the Amount of $331,644
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting a $331,644 Airport Improvement Program Grant awarded by the Federal Aviation Administration for use at the Merced Regional Airport.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a grant agreement between Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the City of Merced; and,
B. Approving acceptance of grant funds and increasing the Airport Capital Improvement Fund revenue account 461-1303-321.10-00 in the amount of $331,644 and appropriating the same to account 461-1303-667.65-00; project 122076; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make the necessary budget adjustments; and,
D. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute all necessary grant documents.
E.8. 22-574 SUBJECT: Approval of a Professional Services Agreement for $95,000 to Conduct a Prohousing Feasibility Study
REPORT IN BRIEF
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Recommend approving an Agreement for Professional Services with RSG, Inc., for $95,000 to evaluate our current policy, conduct a Prohousing Feasibility Study, recommend an in-lieu fee structure for affordability, Housing Trust Fund guidance and assisting with applying for State of California Housing and Community Development’s (HCD) Prohousing Designation Program.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving an Agreement for Professional Services with RSG, Inc. (RSG), in the amount of $95,000.00 to conduct a Prohousing Feasibility Study, recommend an in-lieu fee structure for affordability, policy guidance for establishing a Housing Trust Fund, and assisting with applying for HCD’s Prohousing Designation Program; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the agreement, and any necessary documents to apply for HCD’s Prohousing Designation Program.
E.9. 22-619 SUBJECT: First Amendment to Program Year 2021-22 Subrecipient Agreement with the County of Merced for the City and County Continuum of Care Collaborative Applicant Program
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers increasing the administrative funding for the existing agreement with the County of Merced for the City and County Continuum of Care 2021-22 Collaborative Applicant Program.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving the First Amendment to the Agreement between City of Merced and the County of Merced for the City and County Continuum of Care 2021-22 Collaborative Applicant; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents, and if necessary, authorize staff to make any necessary minor modifications to the agreement; and,
C. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make any necessary adjustments.
E.10. 22-624 SUBJECT: Approval to Waive the Competitive Bidding Requirements and Approve Professional Services Agreement with Merced Area
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Sports Officials, Inc., for Officiating and Scorekeeping Services for Fiscal Year 2022-23 in the Amount not to Exceed $39,470
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirements pursuant to Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 and approving an annual Professional Service Agreement with Merced Area Sports Officials not to exceed $39,470 for officiating and scorekeeping services for adult and youth sports programs, including youth basketball and flag football and adult fall and summer softball and basketball.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by the Merced Municipal Code Section 3.04.210 for Annual Services and Supplies Contract; and,
B. Approving a Professional Services agreement with Merced Area Sports Officials not to exceed $39,470; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager or the Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
E.11. 22-644 SUBJECT: Authorization to Execute 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
Authorization to execute the 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 - Adopt a motion authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
E.12. 22-611 SUBJECT: Request by the Merced County Rescue Mission for the Co-Sponsored Rental Rate for the Merced Senior Community Center on October 8, 2022 for its Annual Bingo Bash Event and
Recommending the Event be Permanently Co-Sponsored
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REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a request for the co-sponsored rate for the rental of the Merced Senior Community Center by the Merced County Merced Rescue Mission to hold its annual Bingo Bash event on October 8, 2022 and recommending the event be permanently co-sponsored.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving recommendation of the Recreation and Parks Commission to approve co-sponsorship request from the Merced County Rescue Mission for the Merced Senior Community Center on October 8, 2022 and approving recommendation to permanently co-sponsor the event; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
F. 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.
F.1. 22-441 SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider the Annexation of Certain Property into Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2003-2 (Services), Calling and Holding a Special Election for Annexation No. 18 into CFD No. 2003-2 (Services); Canvassing the Results of the Election Held within Annexation No. 18 of Said District; and Annexing Annexation No. 18 to Said District and Authorizing the Levy of a Special Tax Within Said Annexation No. 18. Annexation No. 18 Consists of Approximately 10.43 Acres of Land Generally Located at the Southeast Corner of Horizons Avenue and Pacific Drive
REPORT IN BRIEF
Hold a public hearing and election for annexation into Community Facilities District No. 2003-2 (Services) for approximately 10.43 acres of land, generally located at the southeast corner of Horizons Avenue and Pacific Drive.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
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A. Holding a Public Hearing on the annexation of certain property into the CFD and the levy of special taxes; and,
B. Adopting Resolution 2022-50, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, acting as the Legislative Body of the Community Facilities District No. 2003-2 (Services) of the City of Merced determining the validity of prior proceedings, calling a special election related to Annexations No. 18; and,
C. Holding an election; and,
D. Adopting Resolution 2022-51, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced acting as the Legislative Body of the Community Facilities District No. 2003-2 (Services) of the City of Merced canvassing the results of the election held within Annexations No. 18 of said District; and, E. Adopting Resolution 2022-52, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced acting as the Legislative Body of the Community Facilities District No. 2003-2 (Services) of the City of Merced, annexing Annexation No. 18 to said district and authorizing the levy of a special tax within said Annexation No. 18.
F.2. 22-594 SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider a Resolution Approving the Sale of the Housing Successor Agency Property at 73 S. R Street; Accepting the Summary Report Pursuant to Section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code; Approving a Disposition and Development Agreement Between the City of Merced (Acting on its Own Behalf and as the Housing Successor) and CC915 Merced, Inc. for the Development of a 4-Unit Affordable Housing Complex with a Future Accessory Dwelling Unit for Extremely Low-Income Unsheltered Veterans; and Adopting a Regulatory Agreement for Density Bonus #22-02 with Terms of Affordability with Approval of Waivers and Concessions to Certain Development Standards and Zoning Codes.
The 0.46-Acre Subject Site is Generally Located on the West Side of R Street, Approximately 225 Feet South of Childs Avenue. The Subject Site has a Zoning Classification of Low Density Residential (R-1-6) with a General Plan Designation of Low Density Residential (LDR)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving a Resolution approving the sale of a housing successor agency property at 73 S. R Street, including accepting the
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Section 33433 report. Then consider various actions including the approval of the Disposition and Development Agreement (DDA) between the City of Merced Acting on its Own Behalf and as the Housing Successor and CC915 Merced, Inc. for the development of affordable housing for extremely low income homeless veterans; approving a Regulatory Agreement (RA) setting up the terms of affordability; and approving a Density Bonus (DB), granting certain waivers and concessions to Development Standards and Zoning Codes, as recommended by the Planning Commission.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Hold a Public Hearing and adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2022-54, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, approving a Disposition and Development Agreement between the City of Merced and CC915 Merced, Inc. and making and approving certain findings and approvals under section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code; and,
B. Approving the Sale of a Housing Successor Agency property at 73 S. R Street; and,
C. Accepting the Summary Report Pursuant to Section 33433 of the California Health and Safety Code; and,
D. Approving a Disposition and Development Agreement between the City of Merced and CC915 Merced, Inc.; and,
E. Approving the Environmental Review #22-26 (Categorical Exemption); and,
F. Approving the Density Bonus Application #22-02 by approving the Regulatory Agreement Containing Covenants Affection Real Property and authorizing certain other actions necessary to meet Performance Milestones of the Homekey Grant; and,
G. Authorizing the City Manager or Deputy City Manager to execute any and all agreements and documents to fulfill the terms and conditions of the disposition of the property per the DDA, the RA, DB, and any future documents that may be necessary for the project, subject to the agreements and/or documents being approved as to form by the City Attorney.
F.3. 22-612 SUBJECT: Public Hearing to Consider Adoption of a Categorical
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Exemption and Introduction of Ordinance Regarding Zoning Ordinance Amendment #22-01, Initiated by the City of Merced, Involving Changes to the Merced Zoning Ordinance (Title 20 of the Merced Municipal Code) Which Would Amend Merced Municipal Code Sections 20.08 (“Residential Zoning Districts”, 20.10 ("Commercial Zoning Districts"),
20.20.020 (“Planned Development Zoning Districts”), 20.32 (“Interface Regulations”), 20.38 (“Parking and Loading”), 20.46 (“Residential Design Standards”), 20.68.050 (“Permit Requirements-Site Plan Review Permit”), and 20.90 (“Glossary”)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers various amendments to the Zoning Ordinance to streamline housing and commercial development. The amendment involves various changes to the City’s Zoning Ordinance involving duplexes, the level of review required for various land uses in commercial zoning districts, density requirements for residential uses in commercial districts, the minimum size and design standards for residential planned developments and planned developments, the interface regulations, residential design standards, definitions, and various other amendments.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting a Categorical Exemption (Environmental Review #22-22); and,
B. Introducing Ordinance 2543, an Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, amending section 20.08, “Residential Zoning Districts,” 20.10, "Commercial Zoning Districts,” Section 20.20.020 “Planned Development Zoning Districts,” Section 20.32, “Interface Regulations,” Section 20.38, “Parking and Loading,” Section 20.46, “Residential Design Standards,” Section 20.68.050, “Permit Requirements-Site Plan Review Permit,” and 20.90, “Glossary” of the Merced Municipal Code.
G. REPORTS
G.1. 22-533 SUBJECT: Report for Discussion on Preliminary Annexation Application #22-02 for UC Villages Annexation
REPORT IN BRIEF
The City Council will be asked to evaluate Preliminary Annexation Application #22-02 for the UC Villages Annexation project, 35.6 acres of
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mixed-use development on the west side of Lake Road, south of Bellevue Road.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion indicating general support for an official annexation application being processed for the UC Villages project.
G.2. 22-655 SUBJECT: Report on the Existing Facility Use Agreement Process and Terms of Lease Agreements
REPORT IN BRIEF
Staff to provide a report on the existing facility use process and request direction on the terms of lease agreements that support programming in youth centers.
RECOMMENDATION
Provide staff direction on the terms of facility use agreements established to facilitate programs and services offered in City operated youth centers.
H. BUSINESS
H.1. 22-652 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.
H.2. 22-653 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.
I. ADJOURNMENT