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*Via Teleconference
Councilmember Escutia-Braaton
Renaissance Seattle Hotel
515 Madison Street
Seattle, WA. 98104
MODESTO CITY COUNCIL
www.modestogov.com
MINUTES
City of Modesto
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
Chambers, Basement Level
Tenth Street Place, 1010 10th Street
Modesto, California
Tuesday, June 10, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Alvarez, Bavaro, *Escutia-Braaton, Ricci, Williams, Wright
Absent: Mayor Zwahlen
Pledge of Allegiance to the Flag
Invocation: Darrell Cummings, Christ Community Church
City Clerk’s Announcements: Item 23 regarding the rezoning of 1600 & 1604 Kansas Ave. was removed from the agenda and will return at a future date.
Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: None
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation declaring June 19th as Juneteenth. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] ACTION: Vice-Mayor Bavaro presented proclamation declaring June 19th as Juneteenth. - 2 -
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PUBLIC COMMENT IN PERSON
Betty Santos, a representative of the Central Valley Chapter of West Coast Customs shared her positive experience at the recent American Graffiti event. She assisted Councilmember Jeremiah Williams with car parking and reported strong collaboration and communication among volunteers, including groups like Motown Classics. She noted that over a thousand cars were parked within about 75 minutes. Santos praised the event’s family-friendly atmosphere and the involvement of community groups.
However, she expressed a safety concern regarding some younger drivers exiting the MJC area at high speeds while families were still crossing the street. She asked Councilmember Williams to relay this concern to the Kiwanis to help ensure future events remain safe for all attendees.
Byron Frith expressed gratitude for the opportunity to speak and shared concerns about his housing situation at Ralston Towers. He believed his unit would be covered by Section 8 upon moving in but recently learned that may not be the case. He is unsure how much longer he can afford to stay and wanted to make his situation known. Danielle Morgart, representing Assemblyman Juan Alanis, invited the Council and community to a blood drive on June 20th in Modesto, co-hosted with the Red Cross.
She also provided a legislative update, noting that 482 Assembly Bills, including seven by Alanis, have advanced to the Senate. She encouraged anyone with questions to contact their office.
Lucas expressed appreciation for the Modesto Police Department’s efforts and their investment in new crime-fighting technology, such as Zero Eyes, which he supports for future use. He acknowledged a general decline in crime, with some concerns about violent crime, and recognized the recent loss of an officer in Los Angeles, offering condolences to the officer’s family.
CONSENT ITEMS – ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED
ACTION CONSENT ITEMS: 2-10, 12-20 (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0)
CONSENT
Consent
2. Consider approving the minutes for the June 3, 2025 Council Meeting. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Motion approving the minutes for the June 3, 2025 Council Meeting.
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Motion approving the minutes for the June 3, 2025 Council Meeting.
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Consent
3. Consider accepting the update on the 2020-2025 Blight Abatement Strategy and adopting the 2025-2027 Blight Abatement Strategy. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Resolution approving the 2025-2027 Blight Abatement Strategy for adoption.
CITY MANAGER; Allison Van Guilder, 209-571-5571, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-190 approving the 2025-2027 Blight Abatement Strategy for adoption.
Consent
4. Consider approving an Agreement with Downtown Streets Team (DST) for an annual amount of $500,000 and a total amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for job training and rapid rehousing services for a two year term. (Funding Source: Litter Abatement Fund, State Funds)
Resolution approving an Agreement with Downtown Streets Inc. (DST) for job training and rapid re-housing services for an annual amount of $500,000 and a total amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for a two year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement. Resolution amending the fiscal year 2024-25 annual operating fund budgets and creating a multi-year project in the amount of $1,100,000 to appropriate the funds for the agreement with Downtown Streets Inc. for job training and rapidrehousing services and city activity delivery in the amount of $100,000 for a total amount not to exceed $1,100,000 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-571-5101, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-191 approving an Agreement with Downtown Streets Inc. (DST) for job training and rapid re-housing services for an annual amount of $500,000 and a total amount not to exceed $1,000,000 for a two-year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-192 amending the fiscal year 2024-25 annual operating fund budgets and creating a multi-year project in the amount of $1,100,000 to appropriate the funds for the agreement with Downtown Streets Inc. for job training and rapid-rehousing services and city activity delivery in the amount of $100,000 for a total amount not to exceed $1,100,000 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
Consent
5. Consider approving an Agreement with the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development for the acceptance of Encampment Resolution Funding Program in the amount of $5,757,847 and approving sub-awards to Modesto Gospel Mission for $1,491,967 and Salvation Army for $669,167. (Funding Source:
Encampment Resolution Funding)
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Resolution approving an Agreement with the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development for the acceptance of Encampment Resolution Funding Program in the amount of $5,757,847, and authorizing the City Manager to execute Agreements and submit applicable documents as required by the State, and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute Agreements for the allocation of sub-awards to Modesto Gospel Mission for $1,491,967 and Salvation Army for $699,167 to carry out the provisions of this Resolution.
Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating and NonCapital Project fund budgets to establish the revenue, expenditures, and transfers for Project #101663 in the amount of $5,757,847 to appropriate funds for the Encampment Resolution Funding Program and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-577-5211, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-193 approving an Agreement with the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development for the acceptance of Encampment Resolution Funding Program in the amount of $5,757,847, and authorizing the City Manager to execute Agreements and submit applicable documents as required by the State, and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and execute Agreements for the allocation of sub-awards to Modesto Gospel Mission for $1,491,967 and Salvation Army for $699,167 to carry out the provisions of this Resolution.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-194 amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Annual Operating and Non-Capital Project fund budgets to establish the revenue, expenditures, and transfers for Project #101663 in the amount of $5,757,847 to appropriate funds for the Encampment Resolution Funding Program and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
Consent
6. Consider approving an Agreement with Turning Point Community Programs, Rancho Cordova, California to administer a short-term Motel Voucher Program that assist individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount not to exceed $200,000. (Funding Source: Measure H)
Resolution approving an Agreement with Turning Point Community Programs, Rancho Cordova, California to administer a Motel Voucher Program to assist individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount not to exceed $200,000, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-571-5101, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-195 approving an Agreement with Turning Point Community Programs, Rancho Cordova, California to administer a Motel Voucher Program to assist individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount - 5 -
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not to exceed $200,000, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
7. Consider approving a Resolution of Intention to form the City of Modesto Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2025-2 (Village One Triangle), an area bounded by Claus Road, East Briggsmore Avenue, and the railroad along North Santa Fe Avenue, and to designate certain parcels as future annexation areas for the CFD No. 2025-2. (Funding Source: Developer Deposit)
Resolution of Intention to form City of Modesto Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2025-2 (Village One Triangle), an area bounded by Claus Road, East Briggsmore Avenue, and the railroad along North Santa Fe Avenue, and to designate certain parcels as future annexation areas for the CFD No. 2025-2 and authorize the Levy of Special Tax within CFD. No. 2025-2.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-577-5211, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution of Intention 2025-196 to form City of Modesto Community Facilities District (CFD) No. 2025-2 (Village One Triangle), an area bounded by Claus Road, East Briggsmore Avenue, and the railroad along North Santa Fe Avenue, and to designate certain parcels as future annexation areas for the CFD No. 2025-2 and authorize the Levy of Special Tax within CFD. No. 2025-2.
Consent
8. Consider approving an Ordinance amending Section 8-10.102 “Membership of Commission” of Title 8, Chapter 10, “Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission” and a Resolution amending the bylaws relating to membership requirements. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance amending Section 8-10.102 “Membership of Commission” of Title 8, Chapter 10, “Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission”.
Resolution amending the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission bylaws relating to membership requirements.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Toby Wells, 209-571-5542, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance 3796-C.S. amending Section 8-10.102 “Membership of Commission” of Title 8, Chapter 10, “Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission”.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-197 amending the Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission bylaws relating to membership requirements.
Consent
9. Consider accepting the State Route 99/Pelandale Interchange Reconstruction Phase II – Pelandale Avenue and Sisk Road, CML 5059(258) Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $1,798,161 to United Pavement Maintenance, Inc., of Hughson, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. - 6 -
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(Funding Source: Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) and Streets Capital Facilities Fees (CFF))
Resolution accepting the State Route 99/Pelandale Interchange Reconstruction Phase II – Pelandale Avenue and Sisk Road, CML 5059(258) Project, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $1,798,161 to United Pavement Maintenance, Inc., of Hughson, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Peter Kambel, 209-577-5444, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-198 accepting the State Route 99/Pelandale Interchange Reconstruction Phase II – Pelandale Avenue and Sisk Road, CML 5059(258) Project, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $1,798,161 to United Pavement Maintenance, Inc., of Hughson, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Consent
10. Consider accepting the Grayson Well 69 (Replacing Well 274) Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $3,059,859 to W.M. Lyles Co., of Fresno CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. (Funding Source: Water Fund)
Resolution accepting the Grayson Well 69 (Replacing Well 274) Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $3,059,859 to W.M.
Lyles Co., of Fresno CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Pete Kambel, 209-577-5444, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-199 accepting the Grayson Well 69 (Replacing Well 274) Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $3,059,859 to W.M. Lyles Co., of Fresno CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Removed from Consent
11. Consider approving the updates to the City’s Debt Management Policy. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Resolution approving the updates to the City’s Debt Management Policy.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Calogero Maniscalco, 209-577-5219,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 6/0) Resolution 2025-200 approving the updates to the City’s Debt Management Policy.
Consent
12. Consider approving the updates to the City’s Investment Policy. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Resolution approving the updates to the City’s Investment Policy.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Calogero Maniscalco, 209-577-5219,
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[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-201 approving the updates to the City’s Investment Policy.
Consent
13. Consider accepting an Informational Report for the April 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Motion accepting an Informational Report for the April 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Maria Garnica, 209-577-5249,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Motion accepting an Informational Report for the April 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.
Consent
14. Consider approving the purchase for two Fleet Additions and Replacements for Fleet Vehicles which includes one Wirtgen W120Fi-FCS Pavement Grinder and one Vactor 2100i Fan Truck in the amount not to exceed $1,774,706. (Funding Source: Fleet Replacement Fund and Sewer)
Resolution approving the Competitive Bidding Process from Sourcewell to Wirtgen America, Inc., Antioch, TN under the authorized dealer, Nixion-Egli Equipment Company, Tracy, CA for the purchase of one Wirtgen W120Fi-FCS Pavement Grinder for an amount not to exceed $797,910; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
Resolution approving the Competitive Bidding Process from Sourcewell to Vactor Manufacturing, Streator, IL under the authorized dealer, Owen Equipment, Fairfield, CA for the purchase of one Vactor 2100i Fan Truck for an amount not to exceed $745,310; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Dianne Love, 209-571-5164, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-202 approving the Competitive Bidding Process from Sourcewell to Wirtgen America, Inc., Antioch, TN under the authorized dealer, Nixion-Egli Equipment Company, Tracy, CA for the purchase of one Wirtgen W120Fi-FCS Pavement Grinder for an amount not to exceed $797,910; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
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Bidding Process from Sourcewell to Vactor Manufacturing, Streator, IL under the authorized dealer, Owen Equipment, Fairfield, CA for the purchase of one Vactor 2100i Fan Truck for an amount not to exceed $745,310; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Purchasing Manager or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
Consent
15. Consider accepting the Final Report of the Employment after Retirement Review conducted by California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS). (Funding Source: Various Funds)
Motion accepting the Final Report of the Employment after Retirement Review conducted by California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).
HUMAN RESOURCES; Dawn Kelley, 209-577-5490, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Motion accepting the Final Report of the Employment after Retirement Review conducted by California Public Employees’ Retirement System (CalPERS).
Consent
16. Consider approving an Agreement with Nynox Solutions, Princeton, NJ, to implement and support an AI-powered search engine for a total amount not to exceed $255,000 over three years. (Funding Source: Information Technology Funds) Resolution approving an Agreement with Nynox Solutions, Princeton, NJ, to implement and support an AI-powered search engine for a total amount not to exceed $255,000 over three years; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
IT; Dameon Booker, 209-571-5229, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-204 approving an Agreement with Nynox Solutions, Princeton, NJ, to implement and support an AI-powered search engine for a total amount not to exceed $255,000 over three years; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
17. Consider approving an Agreement with InTime Solutions, Ferndale, WA, for Scheduling and Time-Keeping Management Software for ongoing Maintenance and Support Services for a total amount not to exceed $278,377 over five years. (Funding Source: General Fund)
Resolution approving an Agreement with InTime Solutions, Ferndale, WA, for Scheduling and Time-Keeping Management Software for a five-year Agreement for an estimated amount of $267,670, with a 4% contingency in the amount of $10,707, for total amount not to exceed $278,377; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
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ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-205 approving an Agreement with InTime Solutions, Ferndale, WA, for Scheduling and Time-Keeping Management Software for a five-year Agreement for an estimated amount of $267,670, with a 4% contingency in the amount of $10,707, for total amount not to exceed $278,377; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
18. Consider approving adjustments to various Airport rates and fees for specific activities and services at the Modesto City-County Airport, effective July 1, 2025, rescinding Resolution No. 2024-183. (Funding Source: Airport Operating Revenue) Resolution approving adjustments to various Airport rates and fees for specific activities and services at the Modesto City-County Airport (Airport), effective July 1, 2025, and rescinding resolution No: 2024-183.
PUBLIC WORKS; Marisol Navarro, 209-577-5319, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-206 approving adjustments to various Airport rates and fees for specific activities and services at the Modesto CityCounty Airport (Airport), effective July 1, 2025, and rescinding resolution No: 2024- 183.
Consent
19. Consider approving an Amended Department of Water Resources 2021 Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Grant Program Award of $2,500,000 for the Well 312 Treatment System and Flush Line Project and authorizing a First Amendment to the Local Project Sponsor Agreement with Contra Costa Water District. (Funding Source:
Water Fund)
Resolution approving the Department of Water Resources Amended 2021 Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Grant Program Award of $2,500,000 for the Well 312 Treatment System and Flush Line Project, approving an Amended Local Project Sponsor Agreement with Contra Costa Water District, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amended Agreement.
Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program Budget in the amount of $1,500,000 in order to accept an Amended Grant Award from the Department of Water Resources and Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
UTILITIES; Edgar Vargas, 209-577-5424, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-207 approving the Department of Water Resources Amended 2021 Urban and Multibenefit Drought Relief Grant Program Award of $2,500,000 for the Well 312 Treatment System and Flush Line Project, approving an Amended Local Project Sponsor Agreement with Contra Costa Water District, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amended Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-208 amending the Fiscal Year - 10 -
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2024-25 Capital Improvement Program Budget in the amount of $1,500,000 in order to accept an Amended Grant Award from the Department of Water Resources and Authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
Consent
20. Consider approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2018-2019 Lift Station Improvements Project, accepting the Bid, and Awarding a Construction Contract to TSI Engineering, Inc., of North Highlands, CA, in the amount of $2,403,786, authorizing 20% in contingency (if needed), for a total payment amount not to exceed $2,884,544. (Funding Source: Wastewater Fund)
Resolution approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2018-2019 Lift Station Improvements Project; accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to TSI Engineering Inc., of North Highlands, CA, in the amount of $2,403,786, authorizing the Director of Engineering Services to approve Change Orders up to the cumulative amount of $480,758, 20% of the original contract price, for a total payment amount not to exceed $2,884,544 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Contract. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program Budget in the amount of $2,346,844 to fund the Construction Phase of the 2018-2019 Lift Station Improvements Project and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
UTILITIES; Peter Barberis, 209-571-5544, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-209 approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2018-2019 Lift Station Improvements Project; accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to TSI Engineering Inc., of North Highlands, CA, in the amount of $2,403,786, authorizing the Director of Engineering Services to approve Change Orders up to the cumulative amount of $480,758, 20% of the original contract price, for a total payment amount not to exceed $2,884,544 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Contract.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-210 amending the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Capital Improvement Program Budget in the amount of $2,346,844 to fund the Construction Phase of the 2018-2019 Lift Station Improvements Project and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS
Councilmember Alvarez reminded the public about Modesto’s Rental Housing Inspection Ordinance, which aims to protect tenants from unsafe conditions and prevent retaliation for reporting issues. The program inspects up to 10% of rental units annually, either randomly or based on complaint history. Alvarez emphasized its importance for improving residents’ quality of life and reaffirmed his commitment to addressing substandard housing.
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Councilmember Williams honored former Councilmember Bob Dunbar with a moment of silence, noting his service and upcoming memorial. He also recognized Memorial Day and those who sacrificed their lives in military service. Williams praised the recent American Graffiti event, thanking volunteers, including local organizations and law enforcement, for their help in smoothly parking over 1,000 cars and contributing to a likely $130,000 raised for local nonprofits. He announced upcoming events: a Juneteenth celebration at Crusader Park and a retirement recognition for Chancellor Henry Young at MJC.
Councilmember Ricci expressed enthusiasm about the approval of the West Side Virginia Trail extension, which will create a safe, continuous path to downtown Modesto. He praised City staff for securing a State Grant to fund the project. Ricci also emphasized the importance of ongoing efforts to address blight, urging the City to secure funding for bulky item pickups at multi-family homes and for community dump days to maintain progress in blight abatement.
Councilmember Escutia-Braaton, attending remotely from a national conference as a board member of the National Association of Regional Councils, shared that the event provides valuable opportunities to exchange ideas and best practices with other cities. She expressed appreciation for Modesto’s successful American Graffiti events, noting positive feedback from the community, and thanked everyone involved in organizing them.
Although she couldn’t attend all the festivities, she was glad to participate in the Walk of Fame kickoff event.
Council Member Wright gave an update regarding the Downtown Street Teams in Modesto made significant progress in June, collecting over 13,000 pounds of trash and supporting community members through job readiness workshops and housing assistance.
The Gospel Mission provided services to 64 women and children, while 37 individuals moved into Dignity Moves housing. Recent ribbon cuttings introduced 53 new housing units at Jennie’s Place and 60 emergency beds at Hannah’s Place. A 12-unit housing project on Owens Street is expected to be completed by summer 2025. He commended local organizations for their efforts to assist the homeless.
Councilmember Williams additionally thanked Councilmember Wright for highlighting the City’s efforts to support all residents and acknowledged the presence of Director Megan and her team, expressing appreciation for their work.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & REPORTS
None.
HEARINGS
Published in the Modesto Bee on May 21, 2025.
21. Hearing to consider approving an Amendment to the Modesto Urban Area General Plan for an increase in residential densities, an Amendment to Title 10 of the Modesto - 12 -
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Municipal Code for the increase of residential densities, allowance of duplexes on all lots in the low density residential (R-1) zones, and adoption of a Programmatic Environmental Impact Report for the Modesto Urban Area General Plan. (Funding Source: General Fund)
Resolution approving an Amendment to the Modesto Urban Area General Plan to amend the densities of residential zones and certifying the final Environmental Impact Report.
Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance amending Title 10 (Zoning Regulations) of the Modesto Municipal Code, amending Chapter 2 (Definitions), Article 1 (Definitions); Chapter 3 (Land Use Regulations), Article 1 (Permitted and Conditional Land Uses); Chapter 3, Article 2 (Specific Land Use Regulations); Chapter 4 (Development Standards), Article 1 (Residential Zones); and Chapter 4, Article 5 (Accessory Dwelling Units).
CED; Michael Hren, 209-577-5273, [email protected]
ACTION: (Williams/Alvarez; 6/0) Resolution 2025-211 approving an Amendment to the Modesto Urban Area General Plan to amend the densities of residential zones and certifying the final Environmental Impact Report.
ACTION: (Wright/Ricci; 6/0) Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance 3797-C.S. amending Title 10 (Zoning Regulations) of the Modesto Municipal Code, amending Chapter 2 (Definitions), Article 1 (Definitions); Chapter 3 (Land Use Regulations), Article 1 (Permitted and Conditional Land Uses); Chapter 3, Article 2 (Specific Land Use Regulations); Chapter 4 (Development Standards), Article 1 (Residential Zones); and Chapter 4, Article 5 (Accessory Dwelling Units).
Published in the Modesto Bee on May 21, 2025. - Item requested to be continued to June 24, 2025, Council meeting.
22. Hearing to consider approving an Amendment to the Modesto Urban Area General Plan to change the land use of approximately 70 acres from Business Park (BP) to Residential (R); approving the Founders Point East Specific Plan, for the development of 220 acres located northeast of the Pelandale Avenue and Tully Road Intersection; approving the filing of an application to the Stanislaus County Local Agency Formation Commission for the Founders Point East Reorganization to the City of Modesto; approving an Ordinance amending Section 5-3-9 of the Zoning Map of the City of Modesto to prezone The Founders Point East Specific Plan to the Specific Plan (P-SP) Zone; and adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration for these actions (Fitzpatrick Land Development, LLC) (Funding Source: Application Fees) Motion to continue item to June 24, 2025.
CED; Katharine Martin, 209-577-5465, [email protected] ACTION: (Williams/Ricci; 6/0) Motion to continue item to June 24, 2025. - 13 -
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Published in the Modesto Bee on May 21, 2025. - Item removed from the agenda and will return at a future date.
23. Hearing to consider introduction and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance to amend Section 25-3-8 of the Zoning Map to rezone 0.31 acres located at 1600 Kansas Avenue from Highway Commercial (C-3) Zone to Planned Development Zone P-D (616), and to prezone 0.66 acres located at 1604 Kansas Avenue to Prezone Planned Development Zone, P-P-D(616); approving a Pinpoint Plan for 1600 and 1604 Kansas Avenue; approving the filing of an application to the Stanislaus Local Agency Formation Commission for the reorganization of approximately 0.66 acres located at 1604 Kansas Avenue for annexation to the City of Modesto; adopt a finding that the Proposed Prezone and Rezone and Annexation to Facilitate the development of a new automatic car wash facility at 1600 and 1604 Kansas Avenue is within the scope of the Modesto Urban Area General Plan Master EIR (SCH 2014042081). (Funding Source:
Developer Application Fees)
Item removed from the agenda and will return at a future date.
CED; Katharine Martin, 209-577-5465, [email protected]
MATTERS TOO LATE FOR THE AGENDA
None.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting adjourned at 6:23 PM
Attest:____________________________
Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk