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MODESTO CITY COUNCIL
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MINUTES
City of Modesto
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Chambers, Basement Level
Tenth Street Place, 1010 10th Street
Modesto, California
Tuesday, June 03, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Special City Council - Closed Session Meeting 4:30 P.M.:
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Alvarez, Bavaro, Escutia-Braaton, Ricci, Williams, Wright, Mayor Zwahlen
Absent: None
Regular City Council Meeting 5:30 P.M.:
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Alvarez, Bavaro, Escutia-Braaton, Ricci, Williams, Wright, Mayor Zwahlen
Absent: None
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Invocation: Marvin Jacobo, City Ministry Network
City Clerk’s Announcements: None.
Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: None.
Reports from Closed Session: No reportable action.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation declaring June as LGBTQ+ Month. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] - 2 -
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ACTION: Mayor Zwahlen presented proclamation declaring June as LGBTQ+ Month.
PUBLIC COMMENT IN PERSON
Vicki Morales stated appreciation to the Council for their work and the positive changes brought by Measure H funding. She highlighted improvements such as timely tree trimming and stump removal, better tree watering methods, and cleaner walkways.
These changes have enhanced neighborhood appearance, safety, and community morale, especially on Modesto’s west side.
Dean Richardson, member of Urban Forest Modesto, praised recent community events like Porch Fest and the upcoming Graffiti Weekend. He highlighted the positive impact of Measure H, noting improved public safety and revitalized parks. He emphasized the Forestry Division’s efforts, including the removal of nearly 1,000 dead trees and the planting of 500 new ones in 2024. Richardson called for continued support for the City’s urban forest, envisioning it as a long-term asset that enhances quality of life for all residents.
Susan Beasley introduced Brad Hart as the new conductor of the Modesto Band (MoBand). A Modesto native, Hart expressed excitement about leading the band’s 106th season, highlighting community support and participation. The summer concert series kicks off Thursday at Graceada Park, celebrating local music and events like Graffiti Weekend.
Maya Carter spoke on behalf of low-income individuals struggling to find housing. She shared her own experience of being repeatedly denied despite having money and credit, due to lack of rental history. Application fees were a financial burden, and some agencies were unhelpful. She emphasized that many people aren’t trying to take advantage; they just want a stable home. Now in recovery and housed at Jenny’s Place, she called for better solutions to support those in need. Benjamin Nutall, a new business owner, urged the City to better support Black-owned businesses, particularly on the west side. He expressed concern about lack of visibility and outreach to the Black community, unequal treatment by law enforcement, and the need for dedicated vendor spaces similar to those for Latino vendors. He called for more inclusive support and opportunities to uplift the community. Terrence Lane, co-owner of the soul food business Hotter Than Fish Grease, called for fair treatment of Black-owned businesses in Modesto. He shared concerns about unequal enforcement and permit requirements compared to other communities and described a police officer encounter he felt was excessive. Lane emphasized the need for City support, fairness, and equal opportunity for the small number of Black-owned businesses in the area.
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warning that paving over this land would jeopardize future food production. He called for smarter growth, building upward instead of outward, and stressed the responsibility to preserve farmland for future generations.
Sebastian Jones expressed frustration over racial disparities in how Black street vendors are treated in Modesto. He criticized a recent incident where police used flashing lights and aggressive tactics to confront a young Black food vendor, calling it unfair and harmful. Jones called for equal treatment, better support for Black-owned businesses, and accountability for police behavior. He urged the City to promote fairness and support local entrepreneurs instead of discouraging them through overpolicing. Kevin McClarty raised concerns about the lack of 24-hour pharmacies in Modesto, specifically noting that the McHenry Walgreens reduced hours due to theft. He believes conditions have improved with stricter enforcement of shoplifting laws by the District Attorney and Modesto Police. McClarty urged the City Council to contact Walgreens and CVS to encourage them to consider reopening 24-hour pharmacy services now that theft is being better controlled.
CONSENT ITEMS – ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED
ACTION CONSENT ITEMS: 2-17, 19-21 (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0)
CONSENT
Consent
2. Consider approving the minutes for the May 13, 2025 Council Meeting. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Motion approving the minutes for the May 13, 2025 Council Meeting.
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Motion approving the minutes for the May 13, 2025 Council Meeting.
Consent
3. Consider approving Final Adoption of Ordinance 3795-C.S. approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Modesto and Dasco Olivewood LLC. regarding Area Plan No. 6 of the Tivoli Specific Plan (Dasco Olivewood LLC. and City of Modesto) (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Motion approving Final Adoption of Ordinance 3795-C.S. approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Modesto and Dasco Olivewood LLC. regarding Area Plan No. 6 of the Tivoli Specific Plan (Dasco Olivewood LLC. and City of Modesto)
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Motion approving Final Adoption of Ordinance 3795-C.S. approving a Development Agreement by and between the City of Modesto - 4 -
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and Dasco Olivewood LLC. regarding Area Plan No. 6 of the Tivoli Specific Plan (Dasco Olivewood LLC. and City of Modesto)
Consent
4. Consider approving the City of Modesto Two-Year 2025 and 2026 Strategic Plan as developed in coordination with the City Council. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Resolution approving the Citywide Two-Year Strategic Plan, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to carry out the necessary steps to achieve the priorities identified in the Strategic Plan.
BUDGET; Stephan Christensen, 209-577-5390, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-169 approving the Citywide TwoYear Strategic Plan, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to carry out the necessary steps to achieve the priorities identified in the Strategic Plan.
Consent
5. Consider approving the recommended budget adjustments to Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budgets. (Funding Source:
Various Funds)
Resolution amending Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Project Fund Budgets and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
BUDGET; Kaceey Culbertson, 209-571-5855, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-170 amending Fiscal Year 2024- 25 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Project Fund Budgets and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
Consent
6. Consider approving a Transient Occupancy Tax Funding Agreement with a term ending June 30, 2030, and a Modesto Tourism Marketing District Owners’ Association Agreement with Visit Modesto, Inc. with a term date ending June 30, 2034, for continued Tourism Marketing Services. (Funding Source: General Fund, Modesto Tourism Marketing District)
Resolution approving a Transient Occupancy Tax Funding Agreement with Visit Modesto for continued Tourism Marketing Services, through June 30, 2030, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Resolution approving a Modesto Tourism Marketing District Owners’ Association Agreement with Visit Modesto, Inc. through June 30, 2034, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
CED; Trevin Barber, 209-860-1251, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-171 approving a Transient Occupancy Tax Funding Agreement with Visit Modesto for continued Tourism - 5 -
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Marketing Services, through June 30, 2030, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-172 approving a Modesto Tourism Marketing District Owners’ Association Agreement with Visit Modesto, Inc. through June 30, 2034, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
7. Consider approving the Modesto Tourism Marketing District Assessment Rate Change by 0.5% to 1.5% effective July 1, 2025, and by 0.5% to 2.0% effective July 1, 2026. (Funding Source: Modesto Tourism Marketing District)
Resolution approving the Modesto Tourism Marketing District Assessment Rate Change by 0.5% to 1.5% effective July 1, 2025, and by an additional 0.5% to 2.0% effective July 1, 2026.
CED; Trevin Barber, 209-577-5244, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-173 approving the Modesto Tourism Marketing District Assessment Rate Change by 0.5% to 1.5% effective July 1, 2025, and by an additional 0.5% to 2.0% effective July 1, 2026.
Consent
8. Consider accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2025. (Funding Source:
Various Funds)
Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2025.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Calogero Maniscalco, 209-577-5219,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2025.
Consent
9. Consider accepting an informational report on the March and April 2025 grant applications and awards. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Motion accepting an informational report for March and April 2025, grant applications.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Maria Garnica, 209-577-5249,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Motion accepting an informational report for March and April 2025, grant applications.
Consent
10. Consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Appropriation Limit, which is an annual spending limit calculation that identifies the maximum amount of appropriations for publicly funded programs. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) - 6 -
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Resolution establishing the appropriation limit for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 annual budget.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Maria Garnica, 209-577-5249,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-174 establishing the appropriation limit for the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 annual budget.
Consent
11. Consider approving payment of various Equipment Maintenance Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 with multiple equipment manufacturers for all City Departments, for an annual amount not to exceed $888,358. (Funding Source: Various Funds) Resolution approving payment of various Equipment Maintenance Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 with multiple equipment manufacturers for all City Departments, for an annual amount not to exceed $888,358; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute Equipment Maintenance Agreements associated with the items in Exhibit A and Exhibit B.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Dianne Love, 209-571-5164, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-175 approving payment of various Equipment Maintenance Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 with multiple equipment manufacturers for all City Departments, for an annual amount not to exceed $888,358; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute Equipment Maintenance Agreements associated with the items in Exhibit A and Exhibit B.
Consent
12. Consider approving a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Oakland Fire Department for participation in California Task Force 4 of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System. (Funding Source: General Fund) Resolution approving a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Oakland Fire Department for participation in California Task Force 4 of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the agreement.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Kevin Wise, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-176 approving a Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) with Oakland Fire Department for participation in California Task Force 4 of the National Urban Search and Rescue Response System, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the agreement.
Consent
13. Consider approving the terms and conditions required by the California Office of Emergency Services for Reimbursement of City costs for Modesto Fire Department’s response to incidents outside of the jurisdiction. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Resolution identifying the terms and conditions required by Cal OES for Reimbursement of City costs for Modesto Fire Department’s response to - 7 -
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incidents outside of the jurisdiction.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Kevin Wise, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-177 identifying the terms and conditions required by Cal OES for Reimbursement of City costs for Modesto Fire Department’s response to incidents outside of the jurisdiction.
Consent
14. Consider approving an Agreement with Locality Media, Inc dba First Due for Fire and EMS Software for a total amount not to exceed $525,754 for three years. (Funding Source: Emergency Medical Services Project (EMS) and Measure H Fund) Resolution approving an Agreement with Locality Media, Inc dba First Due for Fire and EMS Software for a total amount not to exceed $525,754 for three years and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Kevin Wise, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-178 approving an Agreement with Locality Media, Inc dba First Due for Fire and EMS Software for a total amount not to exceed $525,754 for three years and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
15. Consider approving the payment of Software Maintenance Support Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in a total amount not to exceed $10,902,807. (Funding Source:
Information Technology Fund and Various Funds)
Resolution approving the payment of Software Maintenance Support Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in a total amount not to exceed $10,902,807; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee to execute routine renewal Agreements associated with the items in Exhibit A and Exhibit B - Software Maintenance Support Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
IT; Dameon Booker, 209-447-1088, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-179 approving the payment of Software Maintenance Support Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 in a total amount not to exceed $10,902,807; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee to execute routine renewal Agreements associated with the items in Exhibit A and Exhibit B - Software Maintenance Support Agreements for Fiscal Year 2025-2026.
Consent
16. Consider approving the renewal of the Agreement with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) for the Small Government Enterprise License Agreement (SGEA) at $180,400 annually for a combined total amount not to exceed $541,200 over a three-year term. (Funding Source: Information Technology Fund) Resolution approving the Small Government Enterprise License Agreement renewal with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) for a term - 8 -
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of three years for a total amount not to exceed $541,200 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee to execute the Agreement.
IT; James Dotson, 209-571-5508, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-180 approving the Small Government Enterprise License Agreement renewal with Environmental Systems Research Institute, Inc. (ESRI) for a term of three years for a total amount not to exceed $541,200 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee to execute the Agreement.
Consent
17. Consider approving the First Amendment with Carahsoft Technology Corporation (Corp.) of Reston, Virginia, for the Purchase of Software Programming increasing the Agreement amount by $49,867. (Funding Source: Solid Waste Management Fund) Resolution approving the First Amendment with Carahsoft Technology Corp., of Reston, Virginia, for the Purchase of Software Programming and License, increasing the Agreement amount by $49,867 to a revised total amount not to exceed $243,232 over the term of the Agreement; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
PUBLIC WORKS; Jody Strait, 209-577-6416, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-181 approving the First Amendment with Carahsoft Technology Corp., of Reston, Virginia, for the Purchase of Software Programming and License, increasing the Agreement amount by $49,867 to a revised total amount not to exceed $243,232 over the term of the Agreement; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
Removed from Consent
18. Consider approving the First Amendment with Greentek Services, LLC, Oroville, CA, for Tree Pruning and Removal Services increasing the Agreement amount by $300,000 and Rumble Tree, Inc., Modesto, CA for Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Services for a total amount between both agreements combined not to exceed $6,389,350 over five years (Funding Source: Measure H Fund)
Resolution approving the First Amendments with Greentek Services, LLC, Oroville, CA, for Tree Pruning and Removal Services increasing the Agreement amount by $300,000 to a new total amount of $3,475,000 and Rumble Tree, Inc., Modesto, CA for Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Services increasing the Agreement amount by $1,594,350 for a new total of $2,914,350 for a total amount between both agreements combined not to exceed $6,389,350 over five years for both Agreements and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendments.
PUBLIC WORKS; Mike Johnson, 209-342-4566, [email protected] ACTION: (Alvarez/Ricci; 7/0) Resolution 2025-182 approving the First Amendments with Greentek Services, LLC, Oroville, CA, for Tree Pruning and Removal Services increasing the Agreement amount by $300,000 to a new total - 9 -
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amount of $3,475,000 and Rumble Tree, Inc., Modesto, CA for Tree Removal and Stump Grinding Services increasing the Agreement amount by $1,594,350 for a new total of $2,914,350 for a total amount between both agreements combined not to exceed $6,389,350 over five years for both Agreements and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendments.
Consent
19. Consider approving the Third Amendment with Univar Solutions USA, Kent, WA for the purchase and delivery of Sodium Hypochlorite – Liquid Chlorine increasing the Agreement amount by $330,594. (Funding Source: Water Fund) Resolution approving the Third Amendment with Univar Solutions USA, Kent, WA for the purchase and delivery of Sodium Hypochlorite – Liquid Chlorine increasing the Agreement amount by $330,594, to a new annual estimated amount of $189,550, a new total amount not to exceed $991,604 over five years and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
UTILITIES; Manuel Martinez, 209-342-4592, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-183 approving the Third Amendment with Univar Solutions USA, Kent, WA for the purchase and delivery of Sodium Hypochlorite – Liquid Chlorine increasing the Agreement amount by $330,594, to a new annual estimated amount of $189,550, a new total amount not to exceed $991,604 over five years and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
Consent
20. Consider approving the Agreements for Spoils Screening and Rock Crushing Services to California Rock Crushers, Ripon, CA and K & D Enterprises Inc., Ceres, CA, for a total combined amount not to exceed $1,608,495 over five years. (Funding Source:
Water, Wastewater and Surface Transportation Funds)
Resolution approving the Award of Bid and Purchasing Agreements for Spoils Screening and Rock Crushing Services to California Rock Crusher, Ripon, CA and K & D Enterprises Inc., Ceres, CA, for a two-year Agreement with three one-year extension options, for a combined annual estimated amount of $300,000 and a total combined amount not to exceed $1,608,495 over five years; authorizing the Director of Finance to adjust Agreement totals between vendors based on contractor availability and department needs, ensuring the combined total amount does not change; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreements.
UTILITIES; Manuel Martinez, 209-342-4592, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-184 approving the Award of Bid and Purchasing Agreements for Spoils Screening and Rock Crushing Services to California Rock Crusher, Ripon, CA and K & D Enterprises Inc., Ceres, CA, for a twoyear Agreement with three one-year extension options, for a combined annual estimated amount of $300,000 and a total combined amount not to exceed $1,608,495 - 10 -
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over five years; authorizing the Director of Finance to adjust Agreement totals between vendors based on contractor availability and department needs, ensuring the combined total amount does not change; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreements.
Consent
21. Consider approving the Agreements for the Hauling of Non-Hazardous Brine with B & B Harvesting, Inc. dba Cal Valley Trucking, Modesto, CA, and Sun Valley Transport, Inc., Hughson, CA, for a total combined amount not to exceed $804,260 over five years. (Funding Source: Water Fund)
Resolution approving the Award of Bid and Agreements for the Hauling of Non-Hazardous Brine with B & B Harvesting, Inc. dba Cal Valley Trucking, Modesto, CA, and Sun Valley Transport, Inc., Hughson, CA, for a two year Agreement with three one-year extension options, for an estimated annual amount of $150,000 and a total combined amount not to exceed $804,260 over five years; giving the Director of Finance, or her designee, the authority to adjust Agreement totals between vendors based on contractor availability and department needs; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreements.
UTILITIES; Manuel Martinez, 209-342-4592, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-185 approving the Award of Bid and Agreements for the Hauling of Non-Hazardous Brine with B & B Harvesting, Inc. dba Cal Valley Trucking, Modesto, CA, and Sun Valley Transport, Inc., Hughson, CA, for a two year Agreement with three one-year extension options, for an estimated annual amount of $150,000 and a total combined amount not to exceed $804,260 over five years; giving the Director of Finance, or her designee, the authority to adjust Agreement totals between vendors based on contractor availability and department needs; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreements.
COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS
Councilmember Wright updated that the Walgreens at Coffee and Sylvan is open 24/7 with a pharmacy drive-through. He reported on local homelessness efforts, including volunteer street teams removing 15,800 pounds of trash, and services provided by Modesto Gospel Mission and Jenny’s Place, which recently opened 53 permanent supportive housing units. He also highlighted the grand opening of Hannah’s House, a new women and children’s shelter by the Gospel Mission with 40-50 beds. Lastly, he mentioned that this week is Graffiti Week with special events planned, including a performance by MacKenzie Phillips.
Vice-Mayor Bavaro responded to a question about small business loans, explaining that Modesto offers a revolving loan fund through Valley First Union, with loans from $2,500 to $75,000, low interest rates, and flexible repayment terms. He also addressed why a business might use a P.O. box for mail. Finally, he noted that the City’s spending on trees amounts to about $70 per tree, which he considers a good value. - 11 -
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Councilmember Alvarez highlighted the upcoming American Graffiti classic car parade and encouraged attendance. He addressed concerns about a recent incident involving the Police Department, expressing willingness to be briefed and explore better coordination with Code Enforcement and community groups. Alvarez also noted the lack of an active African American Chamber of Commerce in Modesto, mentioned past efforts to revive it, and offered to connect a local business owner with the Stanislaus Latino Chamber and the African American Chamber in nearby San Joaquin County for support.
Councilmember Ricci addressed Walgreens’ issues, attributing problems mainly to labor shortages and pharmacist retention rather than inventory. He highlighted progress on the Firefighters Park, including a commemorative brick fundraiser. Ricci praised the opening of Jenny’s Place, a housing facility for the homeless, emphasizing the City’s ongoing commitment to tackling homelessness. He criticized Cal Cities for opposing a Bay Area housing bill (SB 79) despite it not affecting Modesto, blaming such opposition for worsening the homelessness crisis. Lastly, he expressed excitement about the reopening and improvements of Modesto’s Dry Creek Trail and future trail expansions.
Councilmember Escutia-Braaton celebrated attending the 100th birthday of Miss Tilly Villa and presented her with a City certificate. She praised the City’s website for prominently displaying vital air quality and humidity information, especially important for families with respiratory concerns. She also highlighted the City’s summer activity guide, encouraging families to take advantage of free and diverse programs. Lastly, she noted she will miss upcoming Graffiti Week events due to attending a national conference and will participate remotely in the next Council meeting.
Councilmember Williams expressed condolences for fallen Los Angeles officer Samuel Riveros and emphasized support for law enforcement. He praised the opening of Jenny's Place and acknowledged a memorial artwork honoring Jenny Kenoyer. He reminded the community about the upcoming Graffiti Weekend events, urging safety and legal conduct.
Williams also gave thanks to Councilmember Ricci for participating in Love Modesto.
Regarding local business concerns, he clarified he hadn't received prior details about a vendor issue but shared that the African-American Chamber of Commerce information and stated it is accessible via Facebook. He concluded with excitement about the weekend’s car show festivities.
Mayor Zwahlen shared highlights from recent events, including a visit to Howard Prep’s "Community Gathering of Heroes," celebrating independence for people with special needs. She attended the Modesto Fire Department's 150th anniversary exhibit at the Modesto Museum and a memorial honoring fallen officer Bobby Volk. She participated in the ribbon-cutting for Jenny’s Place and the unveiling of a new native bird educational plaque on the Virginia Corridor Trail. The Mayor also spoke at Modesto Adult Education’s graduation, where 412 adults received diplomas, and began Graffiti Week at a street rod event at McHenry Village.
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CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & REPORTS
City Manager Lopez stated he couldn't speak to why Rumble Tree, Inc. uses a P.O. Box on their website but clarified that City bidding requirements mandate a physical address.
He noted that Rumble provided a Modesto address on Amy Avenue in their bid packet.
HEARINGS
Published in the Modesto Bee on May 23, 2025.
22. Hearing to consider an Informational Report of vacancies, recruitment, and retention efforts to comply with Assembly Bill 2561. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Motion accepting the Informational Report on vacancy rates, recruitment, and retention efforts to comply with Assembly Bill 2561.
HUMAN RESOURCES; Christina Alger, 209-571-5126, [email protected] ACTION: (Williams/Escutia-Braaton; 7/0) Motion accepting the Informational Report on vacancy rates, recruitment, and retention efforts to comply with Assembly Bill 2561.
Published in the Modesto Bee on May 23, 2025.
23. Hearing to consider and approve the Final Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-26 Operating and Multi-Year Non-Capital Budgets and Capital Improvement Program for the City and related Resolutions. (Funding Source: All City Funds) Resolution approving the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual and Multi-Year Non-Capital Operating Budgets and the 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program for the City of Modesto and the related Inter-Fund Transfers.
Resolution approving the Budget Principles, and the Operating Budget Policy as Outlined in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Final Proposed Budget. Resolution amending the Position Classification Plan for the City of Modesto to create new classifications and amend existing classifications. Resolution amending the Position Allocation for Fiscal Year 2025-26 as adopted in the Operating Budget.
BUDGET; Kaceey Culbertson, 209-571-5855, [email protected] ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-186 approving the adoption of the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual and Multi-Year Non-Capital Operating Budgets and the 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program for the City of Modesto and the related Inter-Fund Transfers.
ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-187 approving the Budget Principles, and the Operating Budget Policy as Outlined in the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Final Proposed Budget.
ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-188 amending the Position Classification Plan for the City of Modesto to create new classifications and - 13 -
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amend existing classifications.
ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Bavaro; 7/0) Resolution 2025-189 amending the Position Allocation for Fiscal Year 2025-26 as adopted in the Operating Budget.
MATTERS TOO LATE FOR THE AGENDA
None.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting adjourned at 7:45 P.M.
Attest:____________________________
Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk