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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 09, 2026 at 5:30 PM
Special City Council – Closed Session Meeting 4:15 p.m.
Roll Call: Present: Councilmembers and Agency Members Alvarez, Bavaro, Escutia-Braaton, Ricci (arrived at 4:20 p.m.), Williams, Wright, Mayor Zwahlen
Absent: None
Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: Item 2 - Councilmember Williams recused himself on the Closed Session item that pertains to the Conference with Real Property Negotiations.
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 Latricia Beasley-Day, Victory in Praise Church City Clerk’s Announcements:
Declaration of Conflicts of Interest: Item 24 - Councilmember Williams recused due to property related conflict.
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Reports from Closed Session: Mayor Zwahlen reported regarding the annual performance evaluation of City Manager Joe Lopez. The City Council unanimously concluded that the City Manager continues to perform at an exceptionally high standard, and the Council looks forward to continued success with the City Manager as we look to the future.
ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS AND PRESENTATIONS
1. Proclamation declaring June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) CITY COUNCIL; Breanna Griffin, 209-577-5421, [email protected] ACTION: Mayor Zwahlen presented a proclamation declaring June 19, 2026 as Juneteenth.
PUBLIC COMMENT PERIOD
• Kathy Hall-Boyer, speaking on behalf of the ShadowChase Running Club, urged the Modesto City Council to strengthen enforcement of bicycle, motorcycle, and local traffic laws related to e-bikes and other electric mobility devices. Citing recent fatal collisions, she recommended restricting e-bikes, e-scooters, and similar devices from sidewalks and shared-use trails, establishing and enforcing trail speed limits, and expanding public safety education programs, especially for youth, while highlighting Santa Cruz as a model for successful bicycle safety outreach. • Steve expressed concern for what he described as a pattern of Police misconduct, lack of accountability, and political targeting by law enforcement in Modesto and Stanislaus County. Referencing the death of Shane Harlan and other recent fatalities, he stated that officials have failed to address systemic issues within policing and challenged City leaders to prioritize public accountability over maintaining the status quo. He expressed concern that inadequate oversight of law enforcement could put community members at risk, citing his own experience of feeling politically targeted by the Modesto Police Department.
• B. Gamez expressed concerns about a recent fatal high-speed police pursuit in a residential neighborhood, stating that such chases are dangerous and unnecessary given the availability of surveillance technology and other law enforcement resources.
Referring to a previous local fatality that she attributed to police misconduct, she called for greater transparency regarding the recent incident, including the release of information about the officers involved and an independent investigation. Gamez also raised concerns about the death of Shane Harlan, advocating for transparency, access to body camera footage, and an independent review of the case, while encouraging community members to attend a public meeting where officials overseeing the sheriff’s department would be present.
• Harlan Divan spoke about the death of Shane Harlan while in custody, arguing that the restraint device known as a WRAP played a central role in the incident. She described allegations that Shane Harlan was restrained, placed face down, lost consciousness, and - 3 -
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later died after being kept in the device. She contended that the death was preventable and expressed concern about the continued use of the WRAP restraint system in Stanislaus County, citing reports of other individuals being held in similar conditions.
While acknowledging that the matter falls under the Sheriff’s department rather than the City, she urged officials and the public to examine the use of such restraints and prioritize detainee safety.
• Emerson Drake raised concerns about several City issues, including the effectiveness of residential street sweeping schedules, which he argued leave many streets only partially cleaned because residents are not required to move parked vehicles. He also criticized what he viewed as a lack of transparency in the City’s consent calendar process, noting that information about committee review of agenda items is no longer routinely provided. Drake further questioned City policies related to water rates and infrastructure costs, arguing that Modesto residents should not bear expenses he believes primarily benefit neighboring communities. He also expressed concern about the City's budget deficit and criticized elected officials for what he perceived as selective engagement with community groups, characterizing the behavior as unfair and exclusionary.
CONSENT ITEMS – ROLL CALL VOTE REQUIRED
ACTION CONSENT ITEMS: 2-11, 13-20 (Wright/Williams; 7/0)
CONSENT
Consent
2. Consider approving the Minutes for the June 2, 2026 Council Meeting. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
• Motion approving the Minutes for the June 2, 2026 Council Meeting.
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Motion approving the Minutes for the June 2, 2026 Council Meeting.
Consent
3. Consider calling for the holding of a Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the City of Modesto Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting the services of the Registrar of Voters, Elections Division of the County of Stanislaus to conduct the Election on behalf of the City of Modesto and Modesto City Schools; and adopting regulations for candidates for elective office pertaining to candidates statements submitted to the voters at an Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026 (Funding Source: General Fund, Election Fund)
• Resolution of the City of Modesto calling for the holding of a Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting from the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the City of Modesto General Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting the services of - 4 -
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the Registrar of Voters, Elections Division of the County of Stanislaus to Conduct the Election on behalf of the City of Modesto and Modesto City Schools.
• Resolution adopting Regulations for Candidates for Elective Office Pertaining to Candidates Statements Submitted to the Voters at an Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
CITY CLERK; Diane Nayares-Perez, 209-577-5396, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-193 of the City of Modesto calling for the holding of a Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting from the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors to Consolidate the City of Modesto General Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026, requesting the services of the Registrar of Voters, Elections Division of the County of Stanislaus to Conduct the Election on behalf of the City of Modesto and Modesto City Schools.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-194 adopting Regulations for Candidates for Elective Office Pertaining to Candidates Statements Submitted to the Voters at an Election to be held on Tuesday, November 3, 2026.
Consent
4. Consider confirming the detachment of a non-contiguous City property located at Grimes Ave, Modesto, CA (APN 017-012-012), reverting the property back to unincorporated status within the County of Stanislaus and authorizing application to the Stanislaus Local Agency Formation Commission to annex the territory back to the Woodland Fire Protection District. (Funding Source: Water Fund) • Resolution confirming the detachment of non-contiguous City property located at Grimes Ave, Modesto, CA (APN 017-012-012), reverting the property back to unincorporated status within the County of Stanislaus and authorizing application to the Stanislaus Local Agency Formation Commission to annex the territory back to the Woodland Fire Protection District and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any and all necessary documents required for City detachment and application for annexation to the Woodland Fire Protection District.
CITY MANAGER; Scotty Douglass, 209-571-5571, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-195 confirming the detachment of non-contiguous City property located at Grimes Ave, Modesto, CA (APN 017-012- 012), reverting the property back to unincorporated status within the County of Stanislaus and authorizing application to the Stanislaus Local Agency Formation Commission to annex the territory back to the Woodland Fire Protection District and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute any and all necessary documents required for City detachment and application for annexation to the Woodland Fire Protection District.
Consent
5. Consider an Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 3-2.1401.1 of Article 14 of - 5 -
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Chapter 2 of Title 3 to determine and designate speed limit changes. (Funding Source:
Police Department Fund – 1600)
• Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of an Ordinance amending Section 3-2.1401.1 of Article 14 of Chapter 2 of Title 3 of the Modesto Municipal Code relating to speed limits.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Michael Sacuskie, 209-571-5552,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Motion introducing and waiving the first reading of Ordinance 3815-C.S. amending Section 3-2.1401.1 of Article 14 of Chapter 2 of Title 3 of the Modesto Municipal Code relating to speed limits.
Consent
6. Consider approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2025 Restroom Replacement Project at Sherwood Park and Tuolumne River Regional Park (TRRP), Area B, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Services, Inc. dba TBS Contractors of Merced, CA, in the amount not to exceed $607,866. (Funding Source: Measure H and TRRP CIP Fund)
• Resolution approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2025 Restroom Replacement Project, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. dba TBS Contractors of Merced, CA, in the amount of $547,910, authorizing $59,956, for contingency (if needed), for a total payment amount not to exceed $607,866, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
• Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program budget to fund Project #101603 (24-25 Deferred Maint - Measure H), Project #101478 (TRRP B Improvements), Project #101602 (24/25 Preventative Maintenance – Measure H), and #101605 (Def. Maint – Realloc to Meas H), in an amount not to exceed $250,059, in transfers, revenue, and to budget expenditures to fund the project, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to implement the provisions of this resolution.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Nathan Houx, 209-571-5526, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-196 approving the Plans and Specifications for the 2025 Restroom Replacement Project, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. dba TBS Contractors of Merced, CA, in the amount of $547,910, authorizing $59,956, for contingency (if needed), for a total payment amount not to exceed $607,866, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-197 amending the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Capital Improvement Program budget to fund Project #101603 (24-25 Deferred Maint - Measure H), Project #101478 (TRRP B Improvements), Project #101602 (24/25 Preventative Maintenance – Measure H), and #101605 (Def. Maint – Realloc to Meas H), in an amount not to exceed $250,059, in transfers, revenue, and to budget expenditures to fund the project, and authorizing the City Manager, or his - 6 -
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designee, to implement the provisions of this resolution.
Consent
7. Consider approving the Plans and Specifications for the Park Turf Reduction, Phase 3 Project, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Superb Engineering, Inc., of Banning, CA, in the amount not to exceed $1,176,130. (Funding Source: Urban Community Drought Relief Grant Program)
• Resolution approving the Plans and Specifications for the Park Turf Reduction, Phase 3 Project, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Superb Engineering Inc., of Banning, CA, in the amount of $1,050,116, authorizing $126,014, for contingency (if needed), for a total payment amount not to exceed $1,176,130, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Nathan Houx, 209-571-5526, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-198 approving the Plans and Specifications for the Park Turf Reduction, Phase 3 Project, accepting the Bid and Awarding a Construction Contract to Superb Engineering Inc., of Banning, CA, in the amount of $1,050,116, authorizing $126,014, for contingency (if needed), for a total payment amount not to exceed $1,176,130, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
8. Consider accepting The Awesome Spot Playground, Phase 1A Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $812,308 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 The Awesome Spot Playground, Phase 1A Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $812,308 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/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-199 accepting The Awesome Spot Playground, Phase 1A Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $812,308 to Westside Landscape & Concrete, Inc. of Newman CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Consent
9. Consider accepting Rebid Plant Structural Improvements Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $2,705,519 to Caliber Contracting Services Inc., of Fresno, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion. (Funding Source: Wastewater Fund)
• Resolution accepting Rebid Plant Structural Improvements Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $2,705,519 to Caliber Contracting Services Inc., of Fresno, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file - 7 -
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a Notice of Completion.
ENGINEERING SERVICES; Peter Kambel, 209-577-5444, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-200 accepting Rebid Plant Structural Improvements Project as complete, releasing securities, releasing payments totaling $2,705,519 to Caliber Contracting Services Inc., of Fresno, CA, and authorizing the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion.
Consent
10. Consider accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2026. (Funding Source:
Various Funds)
• Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2026.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Calogero Maniscalco, 209-577-5219,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Motion accepting the Monthly Investment Report for March 2026.
Consent
11. Consider approving an Agreement with T2, Systems, Inc., Indianapolis, IN for Parking Citation Processing and Collections for a total amount not to exceed $122,775 over five (5) years, consider the reclassifying of one (1) Parking Adjudication Program Coordinator to one (1) Account Technician II, eliminating one (1) Senior Account Clerk, reallocating one (1) Parking Enforcement Officer from the Public Works Department to the Police Department. (Funding Source: General Fund) • Resolution approving an Agreement with T2, Systems, Inc., Indianapolis, IN, for Parking Citation Processing and Collections for a total amount not to exceed $122,775 over five (5) years, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
• Resolution amending the Position Allocation for Fiscal Year 2026-27 as adopted in the operating budget by reclassifying one (1) Parking Adjudication Program Coordinator to one (1) Account Technician II, eliminating one (1) Senior Account Clerk, reallocating one (1) Parking Enforcement Officer from the Parking Enforcement Division of the Public Works Department to the Parking Enforcement Division of the Police Department, and eliminating the Parking Enforcement Division of the Public Works Department. • Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Operating General Fund budget in the amount of $154,025 and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this resolution.
FINANCE DEPARTMENT; Jeni Martin, 209-571-5892, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-201 approving an Agreement with T2, Systems, Inc., Indianapolis, IN, for Parking Citation Processing and Collections for a total amount not to exceed $122,775 over five (5) years, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement. - 8 -
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ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-202 amending the Position Allocation for Fiscal Year 2026-27 as adopted in the operating budget by reclassifying one (1) Parking Adjudication Program Coordinator to one (1) Account Technician II, eliminating one (1) Senior Account Clerk, reallocating one (1) Parking Enforcement Officer from the Parking Enforcement Division of the Public Works Department to the Parking Enforcement Division of the Police Department, and eliminating the Parking Enforcement Division of the Public Works Department.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-203 amending the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Annual Operating General Fund budget in the amount of $154,025 and authorizing the City Manager, to take the necessary steps to implement the provisions of this resolution.
Removed from Consent
12. Consider approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire administrative services between the City of Modesto and the City of Turlock, for a five-year term. (Funding Source: General Fund)
• Resolution approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire administrative services between the City of Modesto and the City of Turlock, for a five-year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Shanon Evans, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Bavaro/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2026-204 approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire administrative services between the City of Modesto and the City of Turlock, for a five-year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
13. Consider approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire protection services between the City of Modesto and the City of Ceres for a five-year term. (Funding Source: General Fund)
• Resolution approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire protection services between the City of Modesto and the City of Ceres for a five-year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his Designee, to execute the Agreement.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Shanon Evans, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-205 approving an Amended and Restated Agreement to provide fire protection services between the City of Modesto and the City of Ceres for a five-year term, and authorizing the City Manager, or his Designee, to execute the Agreement.
Consent
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(AFG) to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus units for fire personnel for an amount up to $2,910,000 with up to $291,000 of local match requirement. (Funding Source: Fire Department Unrestricted Non-Capital Project) • Resolution approving the submission of grant application and accepting, if awarded, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus units for fire personnel for an amount up to $2,910,000 with up to $291,000 of local match requirement, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and submit all documents which may be necessary for the completion of the grant application and acceptance.
FIRE DEPARTMENT; Shanon Evans, 209-572-9590, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-206 approving the submission of grant application and accepting, if awarded, the Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Assistance to Firefighters Grant (AFG) to purchase self-contained breathing apparatus units for fire personnel for an amount up to $2,910,000 with up to $291,000 of local match requirement, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute and submit all documents which may be necessary for the completion of the grant application and acceptance.
Consent
15. Consider approving a First Amendment with Municipal Resource Group (MRG), LLC, Elk Grove, CA for assistance conducting Charter Officer Evaluations to increase the amount by $150,448. (Funding Source: Various Funds)
• Resolution approving a First Amendment with Municipal Resource Group (MRG), LLC, Elk Grove, CA for conducting Charter Officer Evaluations to increase the amount by $150,448 for a total amount not to exceed $249,648 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the Amendment.
HUMAN RESOURCES; Christina Alger, 209-571-5126, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-207 approving a First Amendment with Municipal Resource Group (MRG), LLC, Elk Grove, CA for conducting Charter Officer Evaluations to increase the amount by $150,448 for a total amount not to exceed $249,648 and authorizing the City Manager or his designee to execute the Amendment.
Consent
16. Consider approving an Agreement with San Diego Police Equipment Co. Inc., San Diego, CA, for Federal Brand Ammunition for a total amount not to exceed $1,250,000 over five (5) years. (Funding Source: General Fund)
• Resolution approving the Sole Source Agreement with San Diego Police Equipment, Co. Inc, San Diego, CA, for Federal Brand Ammunition for a one (1) year Agreement with four (4) one-year extension options, for an estimated annual amount $250,000, and a total amount not to exceed $1,250,000 over five (5) years and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee to execute the Agreement.
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POLICE DEPARTMENT; Jessica Nicholson, 209-572-9500,
[email protected]
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-208 approving the Sole Source Agreement with San Diego Police Equipment, Co. Inc, San Diego, CA, for Federal Brand Ammunition for a one (1) year Agreement with four (4) one-year extension options, for an estimated annual amount $250,000, and a total amount not to exceed $1,250,000 over five (5) years and authorizing the Director of Finance, or her designee to execute the Agreement.
Consent
17. Consider approving a Third Amendment to the Agreement with Research Triangle Institute (RTI International), Charlotte, NC, for Grant Evaluation, Research and Reporting Consultant Services, increasing the Agreement amount by $21,088 through the duration of the Agreement and extending the term of the Agreement from June 12, 2027, to June 1, 2028. (Funding Source: Police Grants)
• Resolution approving a Third Amendment to the Agreement with Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International, Charlotte, NC, for Grant Evaluation, Research, and Reporting Consultant Services, increasing the Agreement amount by $21,088, a new total amount not to exceed $429,927 through the term of the Agreement and extending the term of the agreement from June 12, 2027, to June 1, 2028; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
POLICE DEPARTMENT; Bob Meredith, 209-572-9500, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-209 approving a Third Amendment to the Agreement with Research Triangle Institute (RTI) International, Charlotte, NC, for Grant Evaluation, Research, and Reporting Consultant Services, increasing the Agreement amount by $21,088, a new total amount not to exceed $429,927 through the term of the Agreement and extending the term of the agreement from June 12, 2027, to June 1, 2028; and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
Consent
18. Consider approving the adoption of policy documents governing operations and hangar leasing at the Modesto City-County Airport. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) • Resolution approving the adoption of policy documents governing operations and hangar leasing at the Modesto City-County Airport which include Airport Minimum Standards, T-Hangar Use Policy, and Airport Leasing Policy.
PUBLIC WORKS; Marisol Navarro, 209-577-5319, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-210 approving the adoption of policy documents governing operations and hangar leasing at the Modesto City-County Airport which include Airport Minimum Standards, T-Hangar Use Policy, and Airport Leasing Policy.
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Consent
19. Consider approving adjustments to various airport rates and fees for specific activities and services at the Modesto City-County Airport, effective July 1, 2026, rescinding Resolution No. 2025-206. (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, 2026, and rescinding Resolution No. 2025-206.
PUBLIC WORKS; Marisol Navarro, 209-577-5319, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-211 approving adjustments to various Airport rates and fees for specific activities and services at the Modesto CityCounty Airport (Airport), effective July 1, 2026, and rescinding Resolution No. 2025- 206.
Consent
20. Consider approving the Second Amendment to the Agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC., Walnut Creek, CA., for the Solid Waste Haulers Audit and Performance Review increasing the Agreement amount by $106,936 through the duration of the Agreement. (Funding Source: Solid Waste Fund) • Resolution approving a Second Amendment to the Agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC., Walnut Creek, CA., for the Solid Waste Haulers Audit and Performance Review, increasing the Agreement amount by $106,936, to a new total amount not to exceed $356,791 through the term of the Agreement, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
PUBLIC WORKS; John Chavez, 209-577-5453, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-212 approving a Second Amendment to the Agreement with HF&H Consultants, LLC., Walnut Creek, CA., for the Solid Waste Haulers Audit and Performance Review, increasing the Agreement amount by $106,936, to a new total amount not to exceed $356,791 through the term of the Agreement, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Amendment.
COUNCIL COMMENTS & REPORTS
• Vice-Mayor Williams provided updates on several community events and initiatives in Modesto. He highlighted the success of the Awesome Spot Park fundraiser and encouraged residents to follow the project's progress. He also noted the City's Rec Fest event, which showcased recreational opportunities along the Tuolumne River.
Williams informed the public about the upcoming Graffiti Summer activities, including Park and Shine, the McHenry Avenue Cruise, and the weekend car show at Modesto Junior College, while advising residents about related street closures. He additionally promoted upcoming Juneteenth celebrations and the second annual Women's Veterans Gala, recognizing community engagement and honoring local veterans. Vice-Mayor Williams also added that he had visited the Sherwood Forest neighborhood following a recent tragic incident to express support and condolences to affected residents. He - 12 -
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emphasized that the event was not related to the Modesto Police Department and was instead a California Highway Patrol matter. Williams stated that he wanted residents to know that City leaders care about the community and extended sympathy and prayers to the families impacted by the tragedy.
• Councilmember Escutia-Bratton reported from a National Association of Regional Councils conference, where she participated in discussions with regional leaders and professionals from across the country on topics including transportation, economic development, housing, and regional collaboration. She emphasized the value of sharing best practices and learning from other communities, noting that she had the opportunity to highlight Modesto’s successes while gathering ideas and resources that could benefit the City and region. She also expressed her enthusiasm for returning to Modesto to take part in upcoming Juneteenth and Graffiti Summer events. • Councilmember Ricci advocated for creating an Entertainment Zone in downtown Modesto to support more special events, festivals, and community gatherings as part of efforts to enhance the City's vibrancy. He also highlighted an upcoming City partnership with Valley First Credit Union to provide information on accessory dwelling units (ADUs), financing options, and opportunities to expand housing availability. Additionally, Ricci addressed homelessness concerns in Beard Brook Park, stating that Modesto now has expanded shelter and bridge housing options and encouraging service providers to utilize those resources rather than concentrating services in residential neighborhood parks.
• Mayor Zwahlen reported attending several community events in Modesto, including a graduation ceremony for a vocational training program at the Art Institute focused on manufacturing and automation careers, which highlighted job opportunities for graduates. She also attended a large Modesto Garden Club luncheon and praised the organization’s contributions to City beautification. Additional activities included participation in a youth podcast interview, involvement in Graffiti Summer kickoff events featuring classic cars, and attendance at a Modesto Police Clergy Council meeting focused on community-police relations and local issues.
CITY MANAGER COMMENTS & REPORTS
None.
HEARINGS
Published in the Bee on May 24, 2026
21. Hearing to approve an amendment to the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Five-Year Plan, and Acceptance of PLHA Year Five Allocation in the amount of $637,206. (Funding Source: Permanent Local Housing Allocation Funds) • Resolution approving an amendment to the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Five-Year Plan, and Acceptance of the PLHA Year-Five Allocation in the amount of $637,206, and authorizing the City Manager, or his - 13 -
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designee, to negotiate and execute any program agreements required for implementation and acceptance of the PLHA program.
• Resolution amending the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating and NonCapital Project Fund Budgets to establish a project and applicable revenue, expenditures, and transfers in the amount of $637,206 to appropriate the YearFive Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds. • Resolution authorizing the application and amending the PLHA Plan for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program.
CED; Edgar Garcia, 209-571-5101, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Ricci; 7/0) Resolution 2026-213 approving an amendment to the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Five-Year Plan, and Acceptance of the PLHA Year-Five Allocation in the amount of $637,206, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to negotiate and execute any program agreements required for implementation and acceptance of the PLHA program.
ACTION: (Wright/Ricci; 7/0) Resolution 2026-214 amending the Fiscal Year 2025- 2026 Annual Operating and Non-Capital Project Fund Budgets to establish a project and applicable revenue, expenditures, and transfers in the amount of $637,206 to appropriate the Year-Five Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) grant funds.
ACTION: (Wright/Ricci; 7/0) Resolution 2026-215 authorizing the application and amending the PLHA Plan for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program.
Published in the Modesto Bee on May 29, 2026.
22. Hearing to consider approving Restated Service Agreements for Solid Waste Collection Services with Bertolotti Modesto Disposal, Inc. and Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc. to become effective July 1, 2026; the Solid Waste Rate Adjustment to the Maximum Rate Schedule for City Solid Waste Collection Services provided by Solid Waste Haulers to become effective July 1, 2026, and rescinding Resolution No. 2024-290 and Resolution No. 2024-291; and the update to the Schedule of Cash Security Deposits and Fees for Self-Haul Residents and Businesses, rescinding Resolution No. 2024-292. (Funding Source: Various Funds) • Resolution approving a Restated Service Agreement for Solid Waste Collection Service with Bertolotti Modesto Disposal, Inc., to become effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
• Resolution approving a Restated Service Agreement for Solid Waste Collection Service with Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc., to become effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
• Resolution approving the Rate Adjustment to the Maximum Rate Schedule for City Solid Waste Collection Services provided by the Solid Waste Haulers for an increase of $4.58 per month for Residential Services, an increase of $6.01 per cubic yard for Commercial Services, and an increase of $23.13 per pull for Industrial Services, to become effective July 1, 2026, with billing changes - 14 -
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implemented at the new rate upon the next billing cycle, and rescinding Resolution No. 2024-290 and Resolution No. 2024-291.
• Resolution approving the update to the Schedule of Cash Security Deposits and Fees for Self-Haul Residents and Businesses to become effective July 1, 2026, rescinding Resolution No. 2024-292.
PUBLIC WORKS; John Chavez, 209-577-54753, [email protected] ACTION: (Bavaro/Alvarez; 7/0) Resolution 2026-216 approving a Restated Service Agreement for Solid Waste Collection Service with Bertolotti Modesto Disposal, Inc., to become effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Ricci/Wright; 7/0) Resolution 2026-217 approving a Restated Service Agreement for Solid Waste Collection Service with Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc., to become effective July 1, 2026, and authorizing the City Manager, or his designee, to execute the Agreement.
ACTION: (Wright/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-218 approving the Rate Adjustment to the Maximum Rate Schedule for City Solid Waste Collection Services provided by the Solid Waste Haulers for an increase of $4.58 per month for Residential Services, an increase of $6.01 per cubic yard for Commercial Services, and an increase of $23.13 per pull for Industrial Services, to become effective July 1, 2026, with billing changes implemented at the new rate upon the next billing cycle, and rescinding Resolution No. 2024-290 and Resolution No. 2024-291.
ACTION: (Alvarez/Escutia-Braaton; 7/0) Resolution 2026-219 approving the update to the Schedule of Cash Security Deposits and Fees for Self-Haul Residents and Businesses to become effective July 1, 2026, rescinding Resolution No. 2024-292.
NEW BUSINESS
Recessed: 7:16 p.m.
Resumed: 7:26 p.m.
23. Consider approving one of the three recommended names for the park located at 615 Sierra Drive, following completion of public input and Culture Commission review. (Funding Source: Not Applicable)
• Resolution approving the renaming of the César E. Chávez Park located at 615 Sierra Drive to: _______________________
PRN; Jessica Flores, 209-961-5231, [email protected] ACTION: (Alvarez/Williams; 7/0) Resolution 2026-220 approving the renaming of the César E. Chávez Park located at 615 Sierra Drive to 4th Street Park.
24. Consider providing direction regarding the potential extension of the Letter of Intent with the United Soccer League, LLC, and the construction of a downtown soccer stadium, and ancillary development. (Funding Source: Not Applicable) - 15 -
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• Motion providing direction regarding the potential extension of the Letter of Intent (LOI) with the United Soccer League (USL), LLC, and the construction of a downtown soccer stadium, and ancillary development.
BUDGET; Stephan Christensen, 209-577-5390, [email protected] ACTION: (Wright/Alvarez; 6/0; Williams Recused) Motion not to extend the Letter of Intent (LOI) with the United Soccer League (USL), LLC, and the construction of a downtown soccer stadium, and ancillary development.
MATTERS TOO LATE FOR THE AGENDA
None.
ADJOURNMENT
This meeting adjourned at 8:20 p.m.
Attest: ____________________________
Diane Nayares-Perez, City Clerk