CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMTuesday, September 8, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
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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)].
B.1. 26-765 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION City of Merced v. Caballero, MSC Case No. 26CV-00960 AUTHORITY: California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1) B.2. 26-748 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Agency Designated Representatives: City Manager Scott McBride, Deputy City Manager Frank Quintero, Finance Officer Venus Rodriguez, Human Resources Manager Suzanne Fierro, City Attorney Craig Cornwell; Employee Organizations: Merced Public Safety Managers.
AUTHORITY: Government Code Section 54957.6
B.3. 26-764 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS - Agency Designated Representative: City Attorney Craig J. Cornwell Unrepresented Employee: City Manager AUTHORITY: California Government Code Section 54957.6
B.4. 26-763 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION Burks vs. City of Merced, WCAB FRESNO Case No.
ADJ21506081 and ADJ21506080 AUTHORITY: California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
B.5. 26-762 SUBJECT: CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL - EXISTING LITIGATION E.O., an individual, by and through Guardian Ad Litem Patricia Rincon v. City of Merced et al., USDC Eastern District Case No. 1:25-Cv-01628-EPG AUTHORITY: California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
C. CALL TO ORDER
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C.1. Invocation - Monika Grasley, LifeLine CDC
C.2. Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
D. ROLL CALL
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, the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority, and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency. City Council members receive a monthly stipend of $500.00 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 2024-78.
The members of the Parking Authority, the Public Financing and Economic Development Authority, and the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency receive no compensation.
E. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
F. CEREMONIAL MATTERS
F.1. 26-623 SUBJECT: Proclamation - National Service Dog Month
REPORT IN BRIEF
Accepted by - Daniel Torres.
F.2. 26-712 SUBJECT: Certificate of Recognition to Jadalyn (Jada) Alsartawi and Jacob Souza
REPORT IN BRIEF
Certificate of Recognition received by Lifeguards Jadalyn (Jada) Alsartawi and Jacob Souza for their commitment and service.
G. WRITTEN PETITIONS AND COMMUNICATIONS
H. PUBLIC COMMENT
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 3 minutes. The Mayor may propose a further limit to the time available for all speakers at the discretion of the City Council, 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.
I. CONSENT CALENDAR
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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.
I.1. 26-680 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.
I.2. 26-714 SUBJECT: Information Only Contracts for the Month of August 2026
REPORT IN BRIEF
Notification of awarded Non-Public Works contracts under $41,000 and of Public Works contracts under $89,883.
I.3. 26-760 SUBJECT: Information Only Grants for November 2025 - June 2026
REPORT IN BRIEF
Notification of grants less than $39,000 post award.
I.4. 26-480 SUBJECT: Award of Bid and Approval of Contract to 1582 Medical Corporation, Inc. for a Three and 1/3 Year Term of $141,697 Annually for a Total of $467,600 for Annual Health, Wellness, and Fitness Evaluations
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding a contract to 1582 Medical Corporation, Inc. for a three and 1/3 year term of $141,697 annually for a total of $467,600 for annual health, wellness, and fitness evaluations.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Awarding a contract with 1582 Medical Corporation, Inc. for the four-year term of September 14, 2026 to December 31, 2029, in the
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amount of $141,697 annually for three and 1/3 years for a total of $467,600 to perform annual health, wellness, and fitness evaluations; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
I.5. 26-570 SUBJECT: Approval to Enter into a Three (3) Year Agreement with Forensics Nurse Specialist of Nor CA (FNSNC), LLC to Provide Specialized SART Exams from August 1, 2026 Through July 31, 2029
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers entering into a three (3) year agreement with Forensics Nurse Specialist of Nor CA (FNSNC), LLC to provide specialized SART exams from August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2029.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Approving a three-year agreement with Forensics Nurse Specialist of Nor CA (FNSNC), LLC to provide specialized SART exams; and, B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
I.6. 26-697 SUBJECT: Adoption of Resolution Approving an Update to the City’s Investment Policy Which Includes Modifications to Several Areas of the Policy
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving an update to the City’s Investment Policy.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-55, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, adopting Investment Policy.
I.7. 26-736 SUBJECT: Authorization of Signing Authority for City Bank Accounts and Local Agency Investment Fund
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorizing to grant the City’s Officers signing authority for City bank accounts and Local Agency Investment Fund.
RECOMMENDATION
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Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced - Adopt a motion:
A. Adopting Resolution 2026-60, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, authorizing signature of City checks; and, B. Adopting Resolution 2026-61, 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 2026-02, a Resolution of the City of Merced Public Financing and Economic Development Authority authorizing signature of Authority checks; and,
D. Adopting Resolution PFA 2026-03, 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 2026-02, a Resolution of the Parking Authority of the City of Merced, California, authorizing signature of Parking Authority checks; and,
F. Adopting Resolution PA 2026-03, a Resolution of the Parking Authority of the City of Merced, California authorizing investment of City of Merced monies in Local Agency Investment Fund; and,
G. Adopting Resolution SA 2026-02, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced, California, authorizing signature of Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced checks; and,
H. Adopting Resolution SA 2026-03, a Resolution of the Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency of the City of Merced, California, authorizing investment of the City of Merced monies in Local Agency Investment Fund; and,
I.8. 26-731 SUBJECT: Approval of the Salary Table for 2026 to Bring the City of Merced in Compliance with the CalPERS Requirement for a Publicly Available Pay Schedule
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the Salary Table for 2026 to bring the City of Merced
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in compliance with the CalPERS requirement for a publicly available pay schedule.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-59, a Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California approving the 2026 City of Merced Salary Table.
I.9. 26-716 SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Intent to Vacate the Southern Portion of Canal (L) Street Situated Between Block 185 and Block 186, Located Between Main (17th) Street and West 16th Street and Setting a Public Hearing for October 5, 2026 (Vacation #26-0002)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution to set a public hearing for October 5, 2026, to vacate an approximately 14,328-square-foot easement portion of south Canal (L) Street, generally located between Main (17th) Street and West 16th Street.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Rescinding previously approved Resolution 2026-43; and, B. Adopting Resolution 2026-56, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, declaring its intention to vacate a portion of Canal between Main “17th” Street and West 16th Street (Vacation 26-0002) setting time and place for public hearing.
I.10. 26-717 SUBJECT: Adoption of a Resolution Declaring Intent to Vacate the 20-Foot-Wide Easement at 400 West 7th Street and Setting a Public Hearing for October 5, 2026 (Vacation #25-0001)
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a Resolution to set a public hearing for October 5, 2026, to vacate an approximately 1,145-square-foot easement at 400 West 7th Street, generally located on the south side of West 7th Street approximately 430 feet west of Martin Luther King Jr. Way.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Rescinding previously approved Resolution 2026-42; and,
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B. Adopting Resolution 2026-57, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, declaring its intention to vacate the 20 foot wide Public Utility Easement located on a portion of vacated K Street south of 7th Street in the City of Merced, approximately 1,145 square feet, (Vacation #25-0001) and setting time and place for public hearing.
I.11. 26-725 SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase Kubota Rubber Tracks Excavator from Garton Tractor, Inc., in the Amount of $87,236.58 as a New Equipment Purchase for the Water Department
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of Kubota Rubber Tracks Excavator and related necessary attachments from Garton Tractor - Merced for $87,236.58 utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). The purchase of this new equipment will assist the Water Department in performing excavation work in confined and limited-access locations.
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 authorizing the purchase to be made with a cooperative purchase agreement through Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,
B. Approving the purchase of a Kubota Rubber Tracks Excavator in the amount of $87,236.58 from Garton Tractor, Inc., through Sourcewell contract #112624; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and,
D. Authorizing the issuance of the Purchase Order(s), and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
I.12. 26-718 SUBJECT: Award Bid to Razzari Ford for the Purchase of Three (3) 2026 or Newer Ford F-150 Police Responder Supercrew Pickups for a Cost of $55,864.86 Each for the Merced Police Department to Replace Three Patrol Units, P-1502, P-1503, & P-1504
REPORT IN BRIEF
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Considers awarding the bid to Razzari Ford for the purchase of three (3) 2026 or newer Police Responder Supercrew Pickups for the Police Department for a total cost of $167,594.58.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Awarding the bid to Razzari Ford for the supply of three (3) 2026 or newer Police Responder Supercrew Pickups for the Police Department for a total cost of $167,594.58; and,
B. Authorizing the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order(s), and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
I.13. 26-732 SUBJECT: Award Bid to Razzari Ford for the Purchase of One (1) 2026 or Newer Ford F-150 XLT 2WD Super Crew Pickup for a Cost of $53,620.84 for the Public Works Administration Division to Replace W-1377, and to Santos Ford for the Purchase of One (1) Fully Electric Transit Cargo Van for a Cost of $57,616.35 for the Facilities Division as a New Acquisition for the New Custodian Position
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers awarding the bid to Razzari Ford for the purchase of one (1) 2026 or newer Ford F-150 XLT 2WD Super Crew Pickup for the Public Works Administration Division for a total cost of $53,620.84, and to Santos Ford for one (1) 2026 or newer fully electric Transit Cargo Van for a cost of $57,616.35 for the Facilities Division.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Awarding the bid to Razzari Ford for the purchase of one (1) 2026 or newer Ford F-150 XLT 2WD Super Crew Pickup for the Public Works Admin Division for a total cost of $53,620.84, and to Santos Ford for one (1) 2026 or newer fully electric Transit Cargo Van for a cost of $57,616.35 for the Facilities Division; and,
B. Authorizing the City Buyer to issue the Purchase Order(s), and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
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I.14. 26-735 SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) 2027 Ford F-350 Cab and Chassis with an 11 Foot Douglas Service Body from PB Loader for a Total Amount of $107,140.80 for the Fleet Maintenance Division to Replace E-1183, and One (1) 2026 Ford F-250 Cab and Chassis with a Knapheide Service Body, with all Necessary Attachment Equipment, for a Total Amount of $70,608.52 from Rush Truck Centers for the Facilities Division as a New Acquisition
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) 2027 Ford F-350 cab and chassis with an 11’ Douglas Service Body for the Fleet Maintenance Division from PB Loader for a total amount of $107,140.80 to replace E-1183, and one (1) 2026 Ford F-250 cab and chassis with a Knapheide Service Body for the amount of $70,608.52 for the Facilities Division as a new acquisition, with all necessary attachment equipment, from Rush Truck Centers.
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 authorizing the purchase to be made with a cooperative purchase agreement through Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,
B. Approving the purchase of one (1) 2027 Ford F-350 Cab and Chassis with an 11 Foot Douglas Service Body for $107,140.80 from PB Loader, through Sourcewell Contract # 050625-PBL, and one (1) 2026 Ford F-250 Cab and Chassis with a Knapheide Service Body for $70,608.52 from Rush Truck Centers, through Sourcewell Contract # 032824-RTG; and, C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and,
D. Authorizing the issuance of the Purchase Order and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
I.15. 26-738 SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase One (1) 2027 Freightliner M2-106 4x2 Chassis with a Load King 19-70 Crane Body, and Necessary Attachment Equipment, from Custom Truck One Source, Inc., for $340,326.00 as a Replacement Unit for the Water Division’s Crane Truck, W-1026
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REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving the purchase of one (1) 2027 Freightliner M2-106 4x2 Chassis with a Load King 19-70 Crane Body, and necessary Attachment Equipment, from Custom Truck One Source, Inc., for $340,326.00 utilizing the cost savings government procurement program (Sourcewell). This purchase was included in the FY 26/27 budget as a vehicle replacement for the Water Division.
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 authorizing the purchase to be made with a cooperative purchase agreement through Sourcewell, a government procurement program; and,
B. Approving the purchase of one (1) 2027 Freightliner M2-106 4x2 Chassis with a Load King 19-70 Crane Body, for $340,326.00, from Custom Truck One Source, Inc., through Sourcewell Altec Industries, Inc., Contract # 091125-CUK; and,
C. Authorizing the City Manager to execute any necessary documents for the purchase specified above; and,
D. Authorizing the issuance of the Purchase Order and approval of change orders not to exceed 10% of the total purchase price.
J. ACTION ITEMS
J.1. 26-734 SUBJECT: Approval of the City Council Ad-Hoc Committee’s Recommendations for the FY 2026/2027 Community Funding
Recipients
REPORT IN BRIEF
Review and approve the recommendations made by the City Council Ad-Hoc Committee for the FY 2026/2027 Community Funding recipients.
RECOMMENDATION
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A. Approving the City Council Ad-Hoc Committee’s Recommendations for
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the FY 2026/2027 Community Funding Recipients; and,
B. Authorizing the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
J.2. 26-599 SUBJECT: Adopt a Resolution Authorizing the Police Department to Accept and Appropriate Grant Funds in the Amount of $238,199.99 from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) to Conduct Cannabis related Checkpoints and Saturation Patrols, Attend Checkpoint Management Training, Purchase Checkpoint Supplies and Equipment, Purchase (1) One Patrol Truck and (1) One Patrol Motorcycle with Police Lighting and Emergency Equipment
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers adopting a resolution authorizing the Police Department to accept grant funds in the amount of $238,199.99 from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program to conduct DUI Checkpoints, DUI Saturation Patrols, attend Checkpoint Management Training, purchase checkpoint supplies and equipment and waiving the competitive bid process to purchase (1) one patrol truck and (1) one patrol motorcycle with police lighting and emergency equipment.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion adopting Resolution 2026-58, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Merced, California, Approving Accepting the Grant Award from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program in the amount of $238,199.99.
J.3. 26-722 SUBJECT: Approval to Make Budget Adjustments to Accept and Appropriate the California Office of Traffic Safety Grant Award and Authorize the Use of Pooled Cash Up to $98,900 to Conduct the Grant Operations and Make Grant Purchases within the Grant Award
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers approving to make budget adjustments to accept and appropriate the California Office of Traffic Safety Grant and authorizing the use of pooled cash up to $98,900 to conduct the grant operations and to make grant purchases within the grant award.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make budget adjustments to accept
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and appropriate the California Office of Traffic Safety’s Traffic Enforcement grant award up in the amount of $98,900; and,
B. Authorizing the use pooled cash up to conduct grant operations and make grant purchases within the grant award until grant reimbursement is received.
J.4. 26-708 SUBJECT: Acceptance of Reimbursement from McLaren’s Insurance for the Frederick Douglass Park Playground and Black Rascal Creek (Columbia) Park Playground Destroyed Due to Fire Damage, Approval of Appropriation in the Parks & Community Services CIP Fund 5000 in the Amount of $213,669, and Authorizing a Statement of Service with Park Planet in the Amount of $263,668.37
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers accepting and appropriating reimbursement from McLarens Property Insurance Company for the claim submitted to Alliant Property Insurance for fire damage incidents on July 18, 2023 at the Black Rascal Creek (Columbia) Park playground and on May 10, 2025 at the Frederick Douglass Park playground, approval to waive the competitive bidding requirements, and authorize a Statement of Service with Park Planet for playground installation.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting insurance reimbursement and increasing revenue in the amount of $213,669 (estimate) from McLaren’s Insurance in Fund 5000 - Parks & Community Services CIP; and,
B. Appropriating in Fund 5000-Parks & Community Services CIP the amount of $213,669 (Projects CP270041 Frederick Douglass Playground $89,699 and CP270042 Black Rascal Creek (Columbia) Playground $123,970) for replacement of the damaged playground equipment; and, C. Waiving the City’s competitive bidding requirement as permitted by Merced Municipal Code section 3.04.210 and authorizing the purchase to be made for equipment standardization; and,
D. Approving a Statement of Services with Park Planet for the purchase and installation of two playgrounds for $229,276.84 plus 15% contingency for a not to exceed amount of $263,668.37; and,
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E. Approving the use of pooled cash until reimbursement from insurance is received; and,
F. Authorizing the City Manager to execute and sign the necessary documents; and,
G. Authorizing the Finance Officer to make any necessary future budget adjustments for any additional funds received from McLaren’s Insurance.
J.5. 26-721 SUBJECT: Authorization to Accept and Increase Revenue an Amount up to $50,000,000 for Proceeds from Debt from the State Revolving Fund (SRF) Loan and Appropriating the Same in Fund
6000-Wastewater Operating Fund, Subsequent to the Execution of the Construction Installment Sale Agreement with State Water Resources Control Board to Provide Financing for Improvements to the Merced Wastewater Treatment Facility
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers authorization to accept and increase an amount up to $50,000,000 in revenue for proceeds from Debt from the State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan and appropriating the same in Fund 6000-Wastewater Operating Fund, subsequent to the execution of the Construction Installment Sale Agreement with State Water Resources Control Board to Provide Financing for Improvements to the Merced Wastewater Treatment Facility.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion:
A. Accepting and increasing revenue for proceeds from Debt in the amount up to $50,000,000 to be received from the SRF loan and appropriating the same in Fund 6000-Wastewater Operating Fund Project CP230035 (WWTP Phase VI Improvement); and,
B. Approving the use of pooled cash until reimbursement is received from the SRF loan.
K. BUSINESS
K.1. 26-636 SUBJECT: Mayor Serratto Request to Discuss Flood Control Efforts
REPORT IN BRIEF
Mayor Serratto request to discuss Flood Control Efforts.
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RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff on the next steps.
K.2. 26-640 SUBJECT: Council Member Harris Request to Discuss Parking Structures/Car Ports
REPORT IN BRIEF
Council Member Harris request to discuss Parking Structures/Car Ports.
RECOMMENDATION
Provide direction to staff on the next steps.
K.3. 26-683 SUBJECT: Council Member Smith Request to Discuss Facilitating the Planning Commission’s Success
REPORT IN BRIEF
Council Member Smith request to discuss facilitating the Planning Commission’s success.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion to approve Council Member Smith’s recommendation.
K.4. 26-745 SUBJECT: Dissolution of the Ballot Referendum Exploration Ad Hoc Subcommittee
REPORT IN BRIEF
Considers an action to dissolve the Ballot Referendum Exploration Ad Hoc Subcommittee of the City of Merced City Council.
RECOMMENDATION
City Council - Adopt a motion dissolving the Ballot Referendum Exploration Ad Hoc Subcommittee of the City of Merced City Council.
K.5. 26-681 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.6. 26-682 SUBJECT: City Council Comments
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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