- 1 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
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, October 14, 2025 at 5:30 PM
Special City Council – Closed Session Meeting 3:30 p.m.
Roll Call - Present: Councilmembers Alvarez (Arrived at 3:32pm), Bavaro, EscutiaBraaton, Ricci (Arrived at 3:35pm), Williams (Arrived at 3:31pm), 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: Pastor Pat Nagle, Redeemer Church
City Clerk’s Announcements: None
Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: None
Reports from Closed Session: No Reportable Action
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation declaring October 19th - 25th as Respiratory Care Week. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
- 2 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] ACTION: Mayor Zwahlen presented a proclamation declaring October 19th - 25th as Respiratory Care Week.
2. Recognition of MJC Women's Track and Field Team, 2025 NorCal Champions and the State Champions, and Head Coach Brian Beeman, State Coach of the Year. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] ACTION: Mayor Zwahlen presented Certificates in Recognition of MJC Women's Track and Field Team, 2025 NorCal Champions and the State Champions, and Head Coach Brian Beeman, State Coach of the Year.
3. Unit Commendation for Extraordinary Field Save by Fire Engine 29. (Funding Source:
Not Applicable)
CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] ACTION: Mayor Zwahlen presented Certificates of Commendation for Extraordinary Field Save by Fire Engine 29.
MISCELLANEOUS
4. Consider accepting the resignation of David Barber from the Citizen’s Housing and Community Development Committee. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Staff Recommendation:
Resolution accepting the resignation of David Barber from the Citizen’s Housing and Community Development Committee.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-571-5101, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-352 accepting the resignation of David Barber from the Citizen’s Housing and Community Development Committee.
5. Consider accepting the resignation of Jennifer Anne Aoyama Valenzuela from the Entertainment Commission. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Staff Recommendation:
Resolution accepting the resignation of Jennifer Anne Aoyama Valenzuela from the Entertainment Commission.
CED; Jessica Hill, 209-577-5321, [email protected]
ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-353 accepting the resignation of Jennifer Anne Aoyama Valenzuela from the Entertainment Commission.
6. Consider accepting the resignation of Helda Paules from the Visit Modesto Board of Directors and approving the appointment of Kelly Tallant to fill the partial unexpired term ending December 31, 2025 followed by a full four-year term from January 1, - 3 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
2026 to December 31, 2029. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Staff Recommendation:
Resolution accepting the resignation of Helda Paules from the Visit Modesto Board of Directors and approving the appointment of Kelly Tallant to fill the partial unexpired term ending December 31, 2025 followed by a full four-year term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029.
CED; Katherine Bakus, 209-571-5566, [email protected] ACTION: (Ricci/Wright; 7/0) Resolution 2025-354 accepting the resignation of Helda Paules from the Visit Modesto Board of Directors and approving the appointment of Kelly Tallant to fill the partial unexpired term ending December 31, 2025 followed by a full four-year term from January 1, 2026 to December 31, 2029.
7. Consider approving the extension of the current two-year terms for Behzad (Bert) Tabrizi, Rodney Cordova, and Chad Hilligus to four-year terms on the Visit Modesto Board of Directors, retroactive to January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2026; and for Chris Murphy, Pervez Khan, and Angela Cangiamilla, retroactive to January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2027. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Staff Recommendation:
Resolution approving the extension of the current two-year terms for Behzad (Bert) Tabrizi, Rodney Cordova, and Chad Hilligus to four-year terms on the Visit Modesto Board of Directors, retroactive to January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2026; and for Chris Murphy, Pervez Khan, and Angela Cangiamilla, retroactive to January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2027.
CED; Katherine Bakus, 209-571-5566, [email protected] ACTION: (Williams/Escutia-Braaton; 7/0) Resolution 2025-355 approving the extension of the current two-year terms for Behzad (Bert) Tabrizi, Rodney Cordova, and Chad Hilligus to four-year terms on the Visit Modesto Board of Directors, retroactive to January 1, 2023 through December 31, 2026; and for Chris Murphy, Pervez Khan, and Angela Cangiamilla, retroactive to January 1, 2024 through December 31, 2027.
8. Consider approving the appointment of Erick Winchester as Financial Institution Representative and Cynthia Fraze as Citizen-at-Large to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC), with a four-year term beginning in November 2025 with a term expiration of December 31, 2029. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Staff Recommendation:
Resolution approving the appointment of Erick Winchester as Financial Institution Representative and Cynthia Fraze to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HLRC), with a term expiration of December 31, 2029.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-577-5211, [email protected] ACTION: (Alvarez/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-356 approving the appointment of Erick Winchester as Financial Institution Representative and Cynthia Fraze to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HLRC), with a term expiration of December - 4 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
31, 2029.
9. Consider approving the reappointment of Hans Hauselmann to the City of Modesto Planning Commission with a term expiring December 31, 2029 (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Staff Recommendation:
Resolution reappointing Hans Hauselmann to the City of Modesto Planning Commission with a term expiring December 31, 2029
CED; Jessica Hill, 209-577-5267, [email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Ricci; 7/0) Resolution 2025-357 reappointing Hans Hauselmann to the City of Modesto Planning Commission with a term expiring December 31, 2029
10. Consider approving the reappointment of Theodore Mills and the appointment of Analisa Freitas to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from October 14, 2025, to June 30, 2029. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Staff Recommendation:
Resolution approving the reappointment of Theodore Mills and the appointment of Analisa Freitas to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from October 14, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Toby Wells, 209-571-5542, [email protected] ACTION: (Ricci/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-358 approving the reappointment of Theodore Mills and the appointment of Analisa Freitas to the Measure L Citizen’s Transportation Sales Tax Commission for a four-year term from October 14, 2025, to June 30, 2029.
11. Consider approving the appointment of Magdalena Siordia Tapia, Gurnoor Jhatu, Jacob Lopez, Eden Chen, Karla Enriquez, Lavanya Bansal, Raiden Manabat, and Sade Diaz Martinez and reappointment of Sabrina Toor and Martin Montez to the Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term with an expiration date of August 31, 2027. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Staff Recommendation:
Resolution approving the appointment of Magdalena Siordia Tapia, Gurnoor Jhatu, Jacob Lopez, Eden Chen, Karla Enriquez, Lavanya Bansal, Raiden Manabat, and Sade Diaz Martinez to the City of Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term with an expiration date of August 31, 2027. Resolution approving the reappointments of Sabrina Toor and Martin Montez to the City of Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term with an expiration date of August 31, 2027.
PRN; John Skeel, 209-577-5216, [email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-359 approving the appointment of Magdalena Siordia Tapia, Gurnoor Jhatu, Jacob Lopez, Eden Chen, Karla Enriquez, Lavanya Bansal, Raiden Manabat, and Sade Diaz Martinez to the City of Modesto - 5 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
Youth Commission for a two-year term with an expiration date of August 31, 2027.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-360 approving the reappointments of Sabrina Toor and Martin Montez to the City of Modesto Youth Commission for a two-year term with an expiration date of August 31, 2027.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
Ryann Hall, Communications Director of Cal Pride, urged the Council to reconsider the Mask Ordinance, noting ongoing public opposition and concerns that it is legally vulnerable, costly to enforce, and unnecessary.
Betty Santos, a lifelong Modesto resident, provided an update on the Modesto High lowrider project. Now in its third week, the project engages students in hands-on learning as they work to convert a former police car into a lowrider, guided by mentors including Mingo Perez. Santos highlighted the students’ enthusiasm and the educational value of the experience.
Tina Perez-Tateo shared that since the 2023 repeal of the cruising ban, the Modesto High lowrider project has kept volunteers busy. She highlighted the students’ hands-on engagement and excitement, noting they will soon be featured on Channel 13 News. Lucas thanked the Council and Mayor for their work and raised traffic safety concerns.
He suggested installing speed and red-light cameras at specific Modesto intersections and plans to contact State representatives to explore legal options for implementing them.
Danielle Morgart from Assemblyman Juan Alanis’s Office provided a legislative update, reporting that the Governor signed two bills: AB 16, which allows earlier processing of vote-by-mail ballots to speed election results, and AB 310, which requires youth sports organizations to have emergency response plans and ensure coaches are CPR and AED certified.
George Edgerman spoke about housing difficulties his family is facing. He described being threatened with eviction due to his daughter visiting his partner, who is battling cancer, and requested the City’s help in addressing the situation to prevent further hardship and potential homelessness.
Cameron Perez a resident doctor at Paradise Clinic, raised concerns about unsafe scheduling and staff reductions under Golden Valley Health Centers. He emphasized that sleep deprivation among residents is affecting patient care and urged the City Council to support efforts to implement safe scheduling practices. Terhesa Gamboa a neighborhood watch coordinator, urged the Council to maintain the Mask Ordinance for public protests. She argued that protesters should be identifiable in public, while law enforcement officers may choose to wear masks for safety and noted - 6 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
community support for keeping the Ordinance in place.
Juan Telles shared two upcoming community events. The first is the Future Starts with Us Youth Summit, focusing on mental health, adult readiness, and leadership, featuring panels, keynote speakers, and student-led discussions. The second is Dev Fest, a techfocused event aimed at positioning the Central Valley as a hub for innovation, networking, and technology development.
Celia Garcia Perez urged the City Council to repeal Modesto Municipal Code 4- 2302(13), following a 7-to-1 recommendation from the Community Police Review Board. She argued the Ordinance is unconstitutional, discriminatory, and exposes the City to costly legal challenges, emphasizing the need to prioritize community needs over unnecessary enforcement.
Julianne Phillips the new District Representative for Senator Marie Alvarado-Gil, introduced herself and provided a legislative update. She highlighted the Senator’s efforts to secure pay parity for Cal Fire employees through AB 1309 and shared that the senator remains active in the district with community engagement and mobile office hours.
Brandon Fenley a local business owner, expressed support for maintaining the mask mandate in Modesto. He noted the City’s challenges with property crime and public safety and emphasized the need for community stability while remaining open to discussion.
Harlan Diven praised the City’s support for shelters like Aces, advocating for inclusive, non-emergency, harm-reduction policies. They also warned that the Mask Ordinance likely violates the First Amendment and could result in costly legal challenges, urging the City to reconsider.
Sunny Singh, a resident doctor at Paradise Clinic, highlighted staffing cuts following Golden Valley’s takeover of county clinics, which reduce physician numbers from 36 to 24 and increase resident workloads. Singh stressed that these changes risk patient care and physician well-being, urging the City to support efforts for safe scheduling and retaining doctors in Modesto.
Amandeep Songhera, a resident doctor at Paradise Clinic, raised concerns about unsafe scheduling and staffing cuts following Golden Valley’s takeover, which have led to 24- hour shifts, insufficient recovery time, and sleep deprivation. He emphasized that these conditions threaten patient care and urged support for retaining and attracting physicians in Modesto.
Michael Wood, a Modesto resident, spoke in support of maintaining the face mask ban for protests. He argued that requiring protesters to be visible promotes accountability and aids law enforcement, emphasizing that First Amendment rights do not include anonymity while protesting.
- 7 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
Anne Marie, a Modesto resident, urged the City Council to repeal Municipal Code 4-
23.02(13), which prohibits covering faces at protests. She cited multiple instances of unconstitutional enforcement, support from human rights organizations, and the existence of state law already addressing masked criminal activity, warning that failure to act could result in costly litigation.
Steve addressed the City Council regarding past arrests, noting that charges against him were dropped. He raised concerns about Councilmember statements on Latino identity and expressed that the Council should focus on public safety and equitable representation for all community members.
Anthony Drobnick, a lifelong Modesto resident, urged the City Council to repeal the Mask Ordinance, citing its unconstitutionality and the risk of costly litigation. He emphasized that community surveys cannot resolve the legal issues and warned that continued enforcement could divert funds from other City priorities. Avonelle Tomlinson addressed the City Council, asserting that the Mask Ordinance is unconstitutional and disproportionately affects people of color. They urged the Council to prioritize funding for unhoused shelters over defending the Ordinance in court and called for its repeal.
A speaker who was previously arrested under the Mask Ordinance urged the City Council to repeal it, citing constitutional concerns and the potential for a costly lawsuit.
They emphasized they do not wish to sue the City but want it to act in the community’s best interest and uphold empathy and responsibility in governance. Diana Brazil, representing Indivisible Modesto, urged the City Council to repeal or amend the Mask Ordinance, citing its impact on free speech, previous arrests, and potential legal costs. She emphasized the need for policies that protect public safety and civil liberties, particularly for protesters.
A speaker addressed the Council, criticizing the Police Department’s approach to oversight and the Mask Ordinance. They stated that law enforcement resists accountability and public criticism, framing community input as filtered or limited, and suggested that the department prioritizes compliance over transparency and responsiveness to concerns.
Sarah, a Modesto resident, urged the City Council to repeal the Mask Ordinance, citing its unconstitutionality, potential for discriminatory enforcement, and risk of costly litigation.
Efren Diaz, a Central Valley BIPOC organizer, called on the City Council to repeal Modesto Municipal Code 4-23.02(13), citing selective enforcement against protesters of color and the Ordinance’s suppression of free speech. He also expressed support for healthcare workers advocating for better working conditions at Golden Valley. - 8 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
Nora, a Modesto resident, criticized the City Council for delaying action on repealing Modesto City Ordinance 4-23.02, highlighting selective enforcement by MPD and the Ordinance’s constitutional issues. She warned that continued inaction wastes taxpayer resources that could be better spent on community programs, housing, and public safety.
Madison Condit, a Modesto resident, criticized the City Council for claiming insufficient community input on the Mask Ordinance. She emphasized that residents show up after work to voice concerns, highlighted the Ordinance’s sudden and confusing enforcement, and urged the Council to respect residents’ right to protest without criminalizing mask-wearing.
Darlene Ruiz, a Modesto resident, and long-time protester urged the Council to repeal the Mask Ordinance. She noted that previous masked protests occurred without incident, questioned selective enforcement, and warned that continuing the Ordinance could lead to legal challenges. She emphasized the need for the Council to act on the Community Police Review Board’s recommendation and prioritize residents’ rights. Kevin McClarty questioned the officer-safety rationale for the Mask Ordinance, noting that individuals committing serious crimes are unlikely to attend public protests. He recommended showing video of the June protest and arrests at the next public meeting to provide context and encourage meaningful public comment, including via Zoom. A speaker provided an update on the September 27th Lowrider Holiday celebration, highlighting strong family attendance and successful coordination with Modesto Police, Fire Department, and volunteers for traffic and parking management. They also shared progress on the Modesto High School police car project, noting increased student participation and upcoming media coverage, and expressed gratitude to council members and supporters involved.
Written General Public Comment Received (Funding Source: Not Applicable) CITY CLERK; City Clerk, 209-577-5396, cityclerk@modestogov.
Recessed: 7:40 p.m.
Reconvened: 7:45 p.m.
CONSENT ITEMS – ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED
ACTION CONSENT ITEMS: 12-22, 24-27 (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0)
CONSENT
Consent
12. Consider approving the minutes for the September 23, 2025 Council Meeting. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
Motion approving the minutes for the September 23, 2025 Council Meeting. - 9 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Motion approving the minutes for the September 23, 2025 Council Meeting.
Consent
13. Consider approving the recommended budget adjustments to Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Operating and Capital Improvement Program Budgets. (Funding Source:
Various Funds)
Resolution amending Fiscal Year 2025-26 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/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-361 amending Fiscal Year 2025- 26 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
14. Consider approving Annexation Map #2 to the City of Modesto Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 and authorizing the levy of special taxes on approximately 19.95 acres of property located within the annexation map boundary. (Funding Source:
Developer Deposit)
Resolution approving Annexation #2 to the City of Modesto Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 and authorizing the levy of special taxes on approximately 19.95 acres of property located within the annexation map boundary.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-577-5211, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-362 approving Annexation #2 to the City of Modesto Community Facilities District No. 2024-1 and authorizing the levy of special taxes on approximately 19.95 acres of property located within the annexation map boundary.
Consent
15. Consider approving a First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between the County of Stanislaus Community Services Agency (CSA) and the City of Modesto to increase the funding amount by $342,626 from $1,775,077 to a new total award of $2,117,703, for the operations of the Permanent Supportive Housing Units to be passed to Modesto Homekey LP in an amended Grant Agreement located at 710 N. 9th Street, Modesto CA 95350. (Funding Source: Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant)
Resolution approving a First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between the County of Stanislaus Community Services Agency (CSA) and the City of Modesto to increase the funding amount by $342,626 from $1,775,077 - 10 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
to a new total award of $2,117,703, for the operations of the Permanent Supportive Housing Units project located at 710 N. 9th Street, Modesto CA 95350 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate and execute an Amendment.
Resolution approving a First Amendment to the Grant Agreement with Modesto Homekey, L.P. of Fresno, CA to increase the funding amount by $342,626 from $1,775,077 to a new total award of $2,117,703, for the operations of the Permanent Supportive Housing for the project located at 710 N. 9th Street, Modesto CA 95350 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate and execute an Amendment.
Resolution amending project (101575) to increase the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP) budget new total amount of $2,117,703 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-577-5211, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-363 approving a First Amendment to the Memorandum of Agreement between the County of Stanislaus Community Services Agency (CSA) and the City of Modesto to increase the funding amount by $342,626 from $1,775,077 to a new total award of $2,117,703, for the operations of the Permanent Supportive Housing Units project located at 710 N. 9th Street, Modesto CA 95350 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate and execute an Amendment.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-364 approving a First Amendment to the Grant Agreement with Modesto Homekey, L.P. of Fresno, CA to increase the funding amount by $342,626 from $1,775,077 to a new total award of $2,117,703, for the operations of the Permanent Supportive Housing for the project located at 710 N. 9th Street, Modesto CA 95350 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to negotiate and execute an Amendment.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-365 amending project (101575) to increase the Homeless Housing Assistance and Prevention Program (HHAP) budget new total amount of $2,117,703 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
Consent
16. Consider approving an Agreement between the City of Modesto and Modesto Hospitality, LLC to operate the Modesto Centre Plaza through December 31, 2026, and continuing thereafter until terminated by one of parties. (Funding Source: Centre Plaza Fund)
Resolution approving an Agreement between the City of Modesto and Modesto Hospitality, LLC, to operate the Modesto Centre Plaza through December 31, 2026, and continuing thereafter until terminated by one of the parties, and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to negotiate and execute the Final Agreement.
- 11 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
CED; Taranjot Khehra, 209-577-5239, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-366 approving an Agreement between the City of Modesto and Modesto Hospitality, LLC, to operate the Modesto Centre Plaza through December 31, 2026, and continuing thereafter until terminated by one of the parties, and authorizing the City Manager, or designee, to negotiate and execute the Final Agreement.
Consent
17. Consider approving a First Amendment to the Agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. for additional tasks related to Construction Documentation and Bidding & Construction Support for the Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP) Riverwalk Trail – Gateway to Neece Project, for a new total amount not to exceed $364,941. (Funding Source: Parks Capital Facility Fee Fund, Recreational Trails and Greenways Grant Program – Proposition 68)
Resolution approving a First Amendment to the Agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. for additional tasks related to Construction Documentation and Bidding & Construction Support for the Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP) Riverwalk Trail – Gateway to Neece Project, increasing the Agreement amount by $62,584 to a new total amount not to exceed $325,841, plus $39,100 in additional services, if needed, for a total amount not to exceed $364,941, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Nathan Houx, 209-571-5526, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-367 approving a First Amendment to the Agreement with Mark Thomas & Company, Inc. for additional tasks related to Construction Documentation and Bidding & Construction Support for the Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP) Riverwalk Trail – Gateway to Neece Project, increasing the Agreement amount by $62,584 to a new total amount not to exceed $325,841, plus $39,100 in additional services, if needed, for a total amount not to exceed $364,941, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
Consent
18. Consider approving a Fifth Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) between the City of Modesto and County of Stanislaus for the Acquisition, Development, and Operation of the Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP). (Funding Source: TRRP Operating Budget)
Resolution approving the Fifth Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the City of Modesto and County of Stanislaus for the Acquisition, Development, and Operation of the Tuolumne River Regional Park, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Nathan Houx, 209-571-5526, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-368 approving the Fifth Amendment to the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA) with the City of Modesto and County of Stanislaus for the Acquisition, Development, and Operation of the - 12 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
Tuolumne River Regional Park, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
Consent
19. Consider accepting the Tuolumne River Regional Park River Pavilion and Learning Theater Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $550,754 to Westside Landscape & Concrete, Inc. of Newman, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. (Funding Source: Various Funds) Resolution accepting Tuolumne River Regional Park River Pavilion and Learning Theater Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $550,754 to Westside Landscape & Concrete, Inc. of Newman, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Peter Kambel, 209-577-5444, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-369 accepting Tuolumne River Regional Park River Pavilion and Learning Theater Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $550,754 to Westside Landscape & Concrete, Inc. of Newman, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Consent
20. Consider accepting the Monthly Investment Report for July 2025. (Funding Source:
Various Funds)
Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for July 2025.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Calogero Maniscalco, 209-577-5219,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for July 2025.
Consent
21. Consider accepting an Informational Report on the July and August 2025 Grant Applications and Awards. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Motion accepting an Informational Report for July and August 2025, Grant Applications and Awards.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Maria Garnica, 209-577-5249,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Motion accepting an Informational Report for July and August 2025, Grant Applications and Awards.
Consent
22. Consider accepting an Informational Report for the August 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) Motion accepting an Informational Report for the August 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Maria Garnica, 209-577-5249,
- 13 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Motion accepting an Informational Report for the August 2025 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.
Removed from Consent
23. Consider approving the purchase for 32 Fleet Replacements which includes 27 Ford Interceptors for the Modesto Police Department (MPD) and five Chevy Tahoes for MPD and Modesto Fire Department (MFD) in a total amount not to exceed $2,319,595. (Funding Source: Fleet Replacement Funds)
Resolution approving the Competitive Bidding Process from State of California to Folsom Lake Ford, Folsom, CA for the purchase of 27 Ford Interceptors for an amount not to exceed $1,687,144; and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Director of Finance or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
Resolution approving the Competitive Bidding Process from State of California to Winner Chevrolet, Sacramento, CA for the purchase of five Chevy Tahoes for an amount not to exceed $329,894; and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Director of Finance 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/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-370 approving the Competitive Bidding Process from State of California to Folsom Lake Ford, Folsom, CA for the purchase of 27 Ford Interceptors for an amount not to exceed $1,687,144; and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Director of Finance or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2025-371 approving the Competitive Bidding Process from State of California to Winner Chevrolet, Sacramento, CA for the purchase of five Chevy Tahoes for an amount not to exceed $329,894; and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee, to issue the Purchase Order; and authorizing the Director of Finance or her designee to execute any Change Orders not to exceed 15% of the total purchase price.
Consent
24. Consider authorizing the Director of Finance to adjust Agreement totals between the Administrative Investigative Services Agreements based on consultant availability and department’s needs, ensuring the combined total does not exceed $500,000 over remaining term of the Agreements. (Funding Source: Various Funds) Resolution authorizing the Director of Finance to adjust Agreement totals between the Administrative Investigative Services Agreements based on consultant availability and department’s needs, ensuring the combined total - 14 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
does not exceed $500,000 over remaining term of the Agreements.
HUMAN RESOURCES; Christina Alger, 209-571-5126, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-372 authorizing the Director of Finance to adjust Agreement totals between the Administrative Investigative Services Agreements based on consultant availability and department’s needs, ensuring the combined total does not exceed $500,000 over remaining term of the Agreements.
Consent
25. Consider ratifying the approval of an additional Agreement with Telcion Communication Group, Turlock, CA for the purchase of a Cisco Secure Network Firewall 3105 NGFW to replace the City Hall firewall and ensure strong security across the City’s infrastructure, for a new total amount not to exceed $ 196,324. (Funding Source: IT Department Fund)
Resolution ratifying the approval of an additional Agreement with Telcion Communication Group, Turlock, CA for the purchase of a Cisco Secure Network Firewall 3105 NGFW to replace the City Hall firewall and ensure strong security across the City’s infrastructure, in the amount of $28,732, for a new total amount not to exceed $196,324; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
IT; Dameon Booker, 209-577-5229, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-373 ratifying the approval of an additional Agreement with Telcion Communication Group, Turlock, CA for the purchase of a Cisco Secure Network Firewall 3105 NGFW to replace the City Hall firewall and ensure strong security across the City’s infrastructure, in the amount of $28,732, for a new total amount not to exceed $196,324; and authorize the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
26. Consider approving the submission of a Grant Application to the United States Environmental Protection Agency - Community Grants Program for the Grayson Water Infrastructure Improvements Project. (Funding Source: Water Fund) Resolution approving the submission of a Grant Application to the United States Environmental Protection Agency - Community Grants Program for the Grayson Water Infrastructure Improvements Project, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into the associated Grant Agreement and execute all related documents.
UTILITIES; Edgar Vargas, 209-577-5424, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-374 approving the submission of a Grant Application to the United States Environmental Protection Agency - Community Grants Program for the Grayson Water Infrastructure Improvements Project, authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to enter into the associated Grant Agreement and execute all related documents.
- 15 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
Consent
27. Consider approving an Engineering Services Agreement with West Yost Associates, of Sacramento, CA, for the preparation of the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and Water Conservation Plan Update in the amount of $180,455, plus $18,046 in additional services, if needed, for an Agreement total amount not to exceed $198,501 and entering into an associated Cost-Share Agreement with the Modesto Irrigation District. (Funding Source: Water Fund)
Resolution approving an Engineering Services Agreement with West Yost Associates, of Sacramento, CA for the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and Water Conservation Plan Update in the amount of $180,455, plus $18,046 in additional services, if needed, for an Agreement total amount not to exceed $198,501 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Resolution approving entering into a Cost-Share Agreement with Modesto Irrigation District regarding the reimbursement of costs related to the preparation of the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement. Resolution approving an Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Multi-Year Program Budget in the amount of $279,060 to establish the expense and revenue budgets for the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and Water Conservation Plan Update and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
UTILITIES; Miguel Alvarez, 209-577-5348, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-375 approving an Engineering Services Agreement with West Yost Associates, of Sacramento, CA for the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and Water Conservation Plan Update in the amount of $180,455, plus $18,046 in additional services, if needed, for an Agreement total amount not to exceed $198,501 and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-376 approving entering into a Cost-Share Agreement with Modesto Irrigation District regarding the reimbursement of costs related to the preparation of the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-377 approving an Amendment to the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Multi-Year Program Budget in the amount of $279,060 to establish the expense and revenue budgets for the 2025 Joint Urban Water Management Plan and Water Conservation Plan Update and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of the Resolution.
COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS
Vice Mayor Bavaro reported on Lakewood neighborhood’s first NeLa Palooza event, noting that 10–11 families hosted bands spanning punk, rock, and country music from - 16 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
2–5 PM. The event concluded with a large gathering at Lakewood Park, included 11 vendors, had no issues, and was deemed a successful community event. Councilmember Williams highlighted his participation in Fire Ops 101, gaining handson firefighter training and insight into their daily responsibilities. He also attended Learning Quest’s Over the Edge fundraising event, which raised $117,000 for literacy and GED programs. Finally, he requested a moment of silence for former elected official Luis Molina, who recently passed away.
Councilmember Ricci highlighted a $485,000 traffic enforcement grant for MPD targeting speeding, DUI, and red-light violations. He welcomed the Pioneer League baseball team to Modesto and encouraged public participation in naming the team. He also criticized Stanislaus Animal Services for inadequate operations and called for immediate reforms to improve care and accessibility.
Councilmember Alvarez recognized the Modesto Blight Mitigation team and Public Works Department for their responsiveness to trash, debris, and pothole concerns. He also highlighted upcoming events such as the groundbreaking for the Martin Luther King Jr. Park renovation on October 16th and the 14th Annual South Modesto Businesses United Gala on October 24th, which supports providing toys and gifts to children in the community.
Councilmember Escutia-Braaton expressed condolences to the Molina family for the loss of Luis Molina, honoring his leadership and community impact. She shared her appreciation for firefighters after participating in Fire Ops training, noting the physical and emotional strength the job requires. She also reported attending the League of California Cities Conference in Long Beach, where Modesto’s City Manager presented on the City’s success with Measure H, highlighting Modesto as a leader in community collaboration and innovation.
Mayor Zwahlen highlighted recent community and professional activities, including attending the Downtown Modesto Muralist Reception showcasing five new murals, and speaking at the Out of Darkness Suicide Prevention Walk. She also reported on her participation at the League of California Cities Conference, where she attended sessions on AI, public trust, community engagement, creativity, and local sales tax measures. She noted City Manager Joe Lopez’s presentation on Measure H was well received and concluded by emphasizing the value of networking with other city leaders.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & REPORTS
None.
HEARINGS
Published in the Modesto Bee on October 3, 2025.
- 17 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
28. Hearing to consider approving the application and issuance of a Permit to operate as a Non-Emergency Medical Transport Company to Quality Care Transportation in the City of Modesto. (Funding Source: General Fund)
Resolution approving the application and issuance of a Permit to operate as a Non-Emergency Medical Transport Company to Quality Care Transportation in the City of Modesto.
POLICE DEPARTMENT; Kalani Souza, 209-572-9500, [email protected] ACTION: (Escutia-Braaton/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2025-378 approving the application and issuance of a Permit to operate as a Non-Emergency Medical Transport Company to Quality Care Transportation in the City of Modesto.
NEW BUSINESS
29. Consider approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Modesto and United Way for a partnership with Modesto Gospel Mission to provide outreach and employment support for individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000 in alignment with the City’s Camp2Home Initiative. (Funding Source: Various Funds)
Resolution approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Modesto and United Way for a partnership with Modesto Gospel Mission to provide outreach and employment support for individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000, and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, and execute the MOU. Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Operating Fund Budgets to create a multi-year project in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000 to appropriate funds for the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between City of Modesto and United Way, 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: (Alvarez/Wright; 7/0) Resolution 2025-379 approving a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City of Modesto and United Way for a partnership with Modesto Gospel Mission to provide outreach and employment support for individuals experiencing homelessness in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000, and authorizing the City Manager to negotiate, and execute the MOU.
ACTION: (Alvarez/Wright; 7/0) Resolution 2025-380 amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Annual Operating Fund Budgets to create a multi-year project in an amount not to exceed $1,250,000 to appropriate funds for the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between City of Modesto and United Way, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this Resolution.
MATTERS TOO LATE FOR THE AGENDA
- 18 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
None.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting adjourned at 9:08 p.m.
Attest:____________________________
Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk
- 19 -
10/14/2025 5:30:00 PM
All Closed Session Matters Heard Prior to the Meeting
CLOSED SESSION
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
One Case (Pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(4) of the Government Code) CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL — ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Section 54956.9(d)(2) of the Government Code) Letters from the American Civil Liberties Union Foundation and the First Amendment Coalition regarding Modesto Municipal Code Section 4-23.02 related to restrictions on use of specified items during public assembly