Agenda packet, regular meeting, second session — National City City Council, March 17, 2026 (part 1 of 3)

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting
City Council Chamber - 1243 National City
Boulevard, National City, CA
Ron Morrison, Mayor Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Luz Molina, Vice-Mayor - District 1 Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney Jose Rodriguez, Councilmember -District 2 Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk Ditas Yamane, Councilmember – District 3
Marcus Bush, Councilmember– District 4
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The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
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(City Council Policy 104)
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EFFECTIVE JANUARY 1, 202 5
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The City Council also sits as the City of National City Community Development Commission, Housing Authority, Joint Powers Financing Authority, and Successor Agency to the Community Development Commission as the National City Redevelopment Agency
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Para escuchar la transmission en Español, registration por Zoom es requerido antes del comienzo de la sesión.

Todo registro para la trasmisión por Zoom debe completarse dos (2) horas antes de la Reunión
del Concejo Municipal.

Comentario Público: Las personas que deseen dirigirse al Concejo Municipal sobre asuntos que no están en la agenda pueden hacerlo bajo Comentarios públicos. Quienes deseen hacer uso de la palabra sobre los temas del programa podrán hacerlo cuando se esté examinando el tema.

Por favor, envíe una solicitud del orador al Secretario de la Ciudad antes de la reunión o inmediatamente después del anuncio del artículo. Todos los comentarios estarán limitados a tres (3) minutos. El Presidente tendrá la autoridad para reducir el tiempo asignado para dar cabida a un gran número de oradores. (Política del Concejo Municipal 104)

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A PARTIR DEL 1 DE ENERO DE 2023
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk of the City of National City, hereby declare under penalty of perjury that this notice of a Regular Meeting was called by the City Council of the City of National City was posted and provided on Thursday, March 12, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. Said meeting to be held Tuesday, March 17, 2026, at 6:00 p.m. in the Cit y Hall, City Council Chambers, 1243 National Cit y Blvd., in the City of National City, California. Said notice was posted on the Bulletin Boards in front of City Hall and the Library.

Shelley Chapel
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk

AGENDA
Consolidated Regular Meeting

Tuesday, March 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA
Pages

1. CALL TO ORDER

2. ROLL CALL

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG

4. INVOCATION

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
In accordance with State law, an item not scheduled on the agenda may be brought forward by the general public for comment; however, the City Council will not be able to discuss or take action on any issue not included on the agenda. Speakers will have up to three (3) minutes.

6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Proclamation - Women's History Month 6
Honoring America Donatto, Ana R. Melgoza, Catherine "Cat" Arambula, Christine Moore, Christine Perri, Clarissa Reyes Falcon, Dr. Guadalupe Rodriguez Corona, Dr. Zaihly Azar, Fanny Miller, Janice Martineli, Jennifer Bustamante, Jenny Ng, JoAnn Fields, Katty Ibarra-Garcia, Liz Ramirez, Maria Carriedo Ceniceros, MD, Melyn Acasio, Michelle Diaz Agha, Norma Bello, Sandy Naranjo, Sarah Morga, Sofia Salgado Robitaille, Ugochi Iwuaba, Veronica Dela Rosa, M.B.A.

6.2 Proclamation - Sweetwater High School Mock Trial Team 7

6.3 Proclamation - Honoring the Sweetwater High School Girls Wrestling Team 8

6.4 Employee of the Quarter - Blanca Rincon 9

7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each) Per Government Code Section 53232.3(d) also known as AB1234: Members of a legislative body shall provide brief reports on meetings attended at the expense of the local agency at the next regular meeting of the legislative body.

8. INTERVIEWS AND APPOINTMENTS

8.1 Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – City Council Interview and Appointment for the Planning Commission and the Housing Advisory Committee.
11 Recommendation:

City Council to Conduct Interviews and Appoint.

8.2 Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – Mayoral Appointments to the Board of Library Trustees; Community & Police Relations Commission; and, Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee. 48 Recommendation:

Mayoral Appointment with the City Councilmembers’ Confirmation.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
The Consent Calendar may be enacted in one motion by the City Council with a Roll Call Vote without discussion unless a Councilmember, a member of the Public, or the City Manager requests an item be removed for discussion. Items removed from the Consent Calendar will be considered immediately following the adoption of the Calendar.

9.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda

9.2 Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes. 103
Recommendation:

Approve and file.

9.3 Approval of an Amendment to the Agreement with Civica Law Group, APC, for Legal Services in Connection with a Specific Code Enforcement Litigation by Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not-to- Exceed Amount of $ 500,000.
119
Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing an Amendment to the Agreement between the City of National City and Civica Law Group, APC, for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Code Enforcement by Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $500,000.”

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9.4 California State Library Lunch at the Library Grant Funds Acceptance 133 Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Accept the California State Library Grant in the Amount of $6,428 to Fund the National City Public Library’s Lunch at the Library Program for Summer 2026, and Authorizing the Establishment of a Library Grants Fund Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget in the Amount of $6,428.”

9.5 Citywide Sharp Multi-Function Device Lifecycle Replacement 138 Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving the Formal Bid Process pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchasing and Authorizing the City to Piggyback onto the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint Master Agreement #188627 through the State of California Participating Addendum #7-24-70-46- 07 with Sharp Business Systems, a Division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, for the Lease and Maintenance of Twenty-four Multi-Function Devices; and 2) Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Related to the Lease and Maintenance of the Sharp Multi-function Devices.”

9.6 First Amendment to the Agreement with Circuit Transit Inc. for operations of the FRANC Electric Vehicle On-Demand Shuttle Service
233
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Mayor to Execute a First Amendment to the Agreement with Circuit Transit Inc. to Modify the Scope of Services and Extend the Term of the Agreement to September 3, 2027.”

9.7 2024 and 2025 General Plan Annual Progress Reports 243 Recommendation:

Accept and file the reports.

9.8 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report 266
Recommendation:

Accept and file the 2025 Housing Element Annual Progress Report Pursuant to California Code Section 65400 to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) and Office of Planning and Research (“OPR”).

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9.9 Installation of “2-Hour” Parking on the East Side of “I” Avenue, Adjacent to Crisostomo Dental Located at 905 E. 8th Street to Increase Parking Turnover for Customers.”
304
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the Installation of 70 feet of Parallel “2- hour” Parking on the East Side of “I” Avenue Adjacent to Crisostomo Dental Located at 905 E. 8th Street to Increase Parking Turnover for Customers.”

9.10 Project Close-Out and Notice of Completion for the Eastside I-805 Community Greenbelt Project, CIP No. 22-09.
314
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Accepting the Work Performed by Dick Miller, Inc. for the Eastside I-805 Community Greenbelt Project, CIP No. 22-09; 2) Ratifying Change Order Work in the Amount of $1,132,922.28; 3) Approving the Final Contract Amount of $4,229,896.61; 4) Ratifying the Release of Retention in the Amount of $211,494.83; and 5) Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Notice of Completion.”

9.11 Project Close-Out and Notice of Completion for the Kimball Park Ballfield Lighting Improvements, CIP No. 24-10.
327
Recommendation:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Accepting the Work Performed by Huntington Beach Electric Inc. for the Kimball Park Ballfield Lighting Improvements Project, CIP No. 24-10; 2) Approving the Final Contract Amount of $246,613.53; 3) Ratifying the Release of Retention in the Amount of $12,330.68; and 4) Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Notice of Completion.

9.12 Temporary Use Permit – 7th Annual End of Summer Car Show and Cruise Hosted by Plaques for Warriors at Kimball Park on Saturday, September 5, 2026, from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. with No Waiver of Fees 337
Recommendation:

Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit Subject to Compliance with all Conditions of Approval with No Waiver of Fees and in Accordance with City Council Policy 802.

9.13 Warrant Register No. 31 for the Period of 1/23/26 through 1/29/26 in the Amount of $2,965,337.79
360
Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,965,337.79.

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9.14 Warrant Register No. 32 for the Period of 1/30/26 through 2/5/26 in the Amount of $2,925,883.20
368
Recommendation:

Ratify Warrants Totaling $2,925,883.20.

10. PUBLIC HEARING
The following item(s) have been advertised as public hearing(s) as required by law.

10.1 Public Hearing No. 1 of 2 for the 2026-2027 HUD CDBG and HOME Annual Action Plan.
379
Recommendation:

Conduct the Public Hearing and Receive Public Comments on the Upcoming FY2026-2027 HUD Annual Action Plan

10.2 Consideration of a Determination Categorically Exempt from (CEQA) Under Class 3 of the CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 and Conditional Use Permit for Beer and Wine Sales at a New Restaurant to be Located at 21 West 7th Street.
384
Recommendation:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Determining that the Project is Categorically Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Under Class 3 of the CEQA Guidelines Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) and Approving a Conditional Use Permit for Beer and Wine Sales (ABC Type-41) at a New Restaurant to be Located at 21 West 7th Street.”

11. STAFF REPORTS

11.1 Presentation - Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transport Program 427 Recommendation:

Receive the Presentation Regarding the Progress toward Building a Public Provider Ground Emergency Medical Transport Program as a Permanent Emergency Service Delivery Model for the National City Fire Department.

12. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT

13. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT

14. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

15. ADJOURNMENT

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – City Council Interview and Appointment for the Planning Commission and the Housing Advisory Committee.

RECOMMENDATION:

City Council to Conduct Interviews and Appoint.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Two (2) vacancies for the Planning Commission and one (1) vacancy for the Housing Advisory Committee due to expiring terms, were noticed in the Star News and posted on the City website, City Hall Bulletin Boards, and City Social Media to advertise openings and the application acceptance period.

The Vacancy Notices were posted on February 5, 2026 with a filing deadline of February 26, 2026.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not applicable.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Communication and Outreach

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Explanation for City Council Appointment
Exhibit B – Applications (Redacted)
Exhibit C – City Council Policy 107 – Amended January 20, 2026 Exhibit D – BCC Reference Chart

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The City Clerk’s Office began advertising and accepting applications for vacancies on the following Boards, Committees, and Commissions: Planning Commission; and, Housing Advisory Committee on February 5, 2026 with a deadline of February 26, 2026.

Background
In order to obtain qualified candidates, a Notice of Vacancies was advertised on the following: The City website, posted on the City Hall Bulletin Boards, the Star News and City Social Media sites to advertise openings and the application acceptance period. The vacancies presented are due to end of terms (March 2026).

Vacancies are listed below:

BCC Number of Open Seats and
Term expiration for that seat
Appointing
Member(s)
Residency
Requirement
Applications Received
Planning
Commission

(2) Two Seats – March 31,
2030

City Council Yes

Jared Blackwell*
Richard Martin Miller*
Cynthia Fuller Quinonez*
Randi Castle-Salgado*
Sean Sampsell*

Housing Advisory
Committee
(1) One Seat – March 31,
2030
City Council Yes Jared Blackwell*

Residency requirements are listed if required in the chart above. If filling a resident requirement, applicant must reside within the City of National City at the time the application is submitted to be considered for the resident position.

The Planning Commission has two (2) seats available due to end of terms. Their meetings are held the First and Third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall. ************************************************************************************************************************** *One (1) applicant, Jared Blackwell, submitted an application for consideration on the Planning Commission and the Housing Advisory Committee after the noticed deadline.

************************************************************************************************************************** *One (1) applicant Richard Martin Miller is currently a member of the Planning Commission, appointed on March 15 , 2022 with a term that expires March 31, 2026 . Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Their meetings are held the First and Third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

During calendar year 2025, the Commission scheduled 18 meetings; 10 meetings were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioner Miller has completed all required training and filing requirements. **************************************************************************************************************************

Attendance Calendar year 2025
Attended 7
Absent 1
Cancelled 10

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*One (1) applicant Cynthia Fuller Quinonez is currently a member o f the Traffic Safety Committee, appointed on September 20, 2022 with a term that expires September 30, 202 8. Committee Member Quinonez is seeking appointment to the Planning Commission. Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Traffic Safety Committee meetings are held the Second Wednesday of every month at 1:00 p.m. in the Large Conference Room in City Hall.

During calendar year 2025, the Committee scheduled 17 meetings; five (5) meetings were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Attendance Calendar year 2025
Attended 12
Absent 0
Cancelled 5

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Committee Member Quinonez has completed all required training and filing requirements.

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*One (1) applicant Randi Castle-Salgado is currently a member of the Planning Commission, appointed on March 15, 2022 with a term that expires March 31, 2026 . Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Their meetings are held the First and Third Monday of every month at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber at City Hall.

During calendar year 2025, the Commission scheduled 18 meetings; 10 meetings were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioner Castle-Salgado has completed all required training and filing requirements.

*One (1) applicant Sean Sampsell is currently a member of the Civil Service Commission, appointed on April 18, 2023 with a term that expires September 30, 2027. Commissioner Sampsell is seeking appointment to the Planning Commission. Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Their meetings are held the second Wednesday of every other month at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room at City Hall.

*Application was received after the noticed deadline.

During calendar year 2025, the Commission scheduled eight (8) meetings; three (3) were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioner Sampsell has completed all required training and filing requirements. **************************************************************************************************************************

Attendance Calendar year 2025
Attended 8
Absent 0
Cancelled 10
Attendance Calendar year 2025
Attended 3
Absent 2
Cancelled 3

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Appointment:

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(9):

1. For City Council Appointments, the Interview Process is as follows:
a. The City Clerk will provide an overview of the Board, Commission, or Committee(s) with current vacancy (ies). The Mayor will introduce the applicant and two (2) questions will be asked of each applicant on behalf of the City Council.

b. Each applicant is given two (2) minutes to make a brief introduction of themselves and their qualifications to the City Council.

c. Mayor and City Councilmembers will ask questions of each applicant. All applicants must be asked the same questions.

d. Total time per applicant is five (5) timed minutes with time allowed for clarification at the discretion of the City Council, not to exceed ten (10) minutes total per applicant.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Attendance:

A Commissioner or Mem ber of a Board, Committee, or Commission must be present at least one hour, or 50% of the entire meeting, whichever is less, to be counted as present for purposes of attendance.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioners and Members of Board, Committee, or Commission, as appointed by the legislative body, are entrusted with certain responsibilities and concomitant training and reporting. The following are requirements of Commissioners and Members of Boar ds, Commissions, and Committees. This training is required to be completed within 30 days of appointment or notification.

1. Oath of Office (Article XX of the California Constitution, and California Government Code Section 36507)

2. Fair Political Practi ces Commission (FPPC) Statement of Economic Interest Form 700 Filing (California Government Code Section 87100 et seq)

3. AB1234 Ethics Training (California Government Code Section 53235.1(b))

4. Anti-Sexual Harassment Training

5. Brown Act Training

6. Social Media Training
Any training required by State Law, Federal Law, or City Policies.

All training is offered in a variety of formats including in person, via Zoom, and training website/software, and pre-recorded video. Currently, these are all requireme nts of the Mayor and City Council, and City staff.

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Planning Commission
Applicant Package - Commissioner
Planning Commission - Commissioner
Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Blackwell, Jared

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Name: Blackwell, Jared
Address: National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Planning Commission
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:

District 3.

Term of Residency?:

January 2026 - Present.

Present Employer?:

U.S. Air Force Reserves, March Air Reserve Base, CA 5/2020 – Present Occupation:

Air Transportation Specialist
Honors
Armed Forced Service Medal (2022)
Armed Forced Reserve Medal (2022)
Air and Space Expeditionary Service Ribbon (2022)
Basic Military Training Honor Graduation Ribbon (2020)
Duties

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• Assisted with Operation Allies Welcome during a six-month deployment, supporting the resettlement of 7,400 Afghan refugees at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ. • Coordinated and distributed donations to refugees during Operation Allies Welcome, totaling 200,000+ health products, improving the quality of life for 7,400 refugees. • Operated heavy machinery and collaborated with team members to load and unload mission-essential cargo, supporting military operations efficiently Business Address:

Educational Background:

San Diego State University 8/2024 – Present
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Expected Graduation: May 2026

University of California, San Diego 9/2022 – 12/2023
BA in Political Science, with 3.45 GPA

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

NA
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

NA
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

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I am currently the elected President of the graduate student body at San Diego State University, representing over 6,000 Masters and Doctoral students. My term is from April 2025 - April 2026. I was appointed as the Secretary and Academic Affairs Representative for the Graduate Student Association at San Diego State University, representing over 6,000 Master and Doctoral students. My term was from April 2024 - April 2025. I was appointed as a Senator for the student government at UC San Diego, representing over 33,000 undergraduate students. My terms were from September 2022 - December 2023.

Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

I am finishing my Master of Public Administration degree this semester and have developed a strong understanding of how local government operates, including budgeting, public policy, and organizational management. Through my academic work and previous internships with public agencies, I have gained experience researching policy issues, preparing written materials for leadership, and understanding how city departments coordinate to deliver services. I am especially interested in how city decisions affect residents and how boards and commissions help inform those decisions.

I bring strong analytical, writing, and communication skills, along with a genuine interest in public service and local government. I am eager to contribute thoughtful input, learn from experienced city leaders, and support the City of National City in making informed decisions that benefit the community.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 03/03/26 10:57:12 PM
Attachments

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Planning Commission
Applicant Package - Commissioner
Planning Commission - Commissioner
Term 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2030
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Miller, Richard Martin

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Name: Miller, Richard Martin
Address: CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Planning Commission
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
4 Term of Residency?:
17 years
Present Employer?:

Retired
Substitute Teacher for Sweetwater Union High School District Occupation:

Urban Planner (Ret)
Business Address:

N/A
Educational Background:

Bachelor of Science Degree in City and Regional Planning, New Mexico State University

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Currently Serving on a BCC?:

Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Planning Commission Housing Advisory Committee
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

Chair, National City Planning Commission and Housing Advisory Committee (appointed) I am a member of the following organizations: National City CERT (Community Emergency Response Team) ARRL (American Radio Relay League) San Diego ARES (Amateur Radio Emergency Services) SOBARS (South Bay Amateur Radio Society) Southwestern REACT (Radio Emergency Associated Communication Teams, San Diego Section)
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 02/06/26 3:11:39 PM

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Planning Commission
Applicant Package - Commissioner
Planning Commission - Commissioner
Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Fuller Quinonez, Cynthia

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Name: Fuller Quinonez, Cynthia
Address: National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Planning Commission
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
1 Term of Residency?:
9 years
Present Employer?:

Self employed
Occupation:

Landlord and property manager
Restaurant owner and chef
Business Address:

National City, CA
Educational Background:

Culinary Entrepreneurship, Grossmont College

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Nutrition, Mesa College
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Traffic Safety
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

California Apartment Association Cook Alliance
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

National City Healthy Culturas Coalition (2024-Present), County of San Diego South Region Food Insecurity Workgroup Co-Chair (2022-2024). National City Resident Leader (since 2021). San Diego Food System Alliance member (since 2013) and former Sustainable Local Seafood Work Group co-chair addressing Port of San Diego Central Embarcadero Redevelopment and its fishing industry/working waterfront impacts. Former Slow Food Urban Diego board member and Nutrition in Healthcare Leadership Team / Community Health Improvement Partner. Past World Food Day, World Oceans Day and National Seafood Month event organizer. Especially successful aiding San Diego’s commercial fishing industry with collaborative San Diego Seafood: Then & Now project yielding historical cookbook published April 2025.

Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Knowledge and experience essential for success as National City ADU and SB9 owner/builder, landlord and property owner, health and environmental justice activism requiring familiarity with National City Planning projects, regulations, and the impact of these on community members. Regular Port of San Diego and San Diego Air Pollution Control District meeting attendee, with particular focus on their activities with potential Tidelands environmental health and justice impacts.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

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No
Time of Submission: 01/02/26 11:28:38 AM

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Name: Castle-Salgado, Randi
Address: National City CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Planning Commission
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
2 Term of Residency?:
2014
Present Employer?:

Self Employed-Realtor EA Brokerage
Occupation:

Realtor
Business Address:

Educational Background:

HSD, Some College, Multiple Technical Licenses held with Designations.

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

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Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Planning Commission, Housing Advisory Committee
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

PSAR, YAR, WMAR, CAR, NAR
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

Planning Commission, Housing Advisory Committee
Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Real Estate, Land Use, Planning, Small Business Owner, Develpoment Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

Yes
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

Yes
Time of Submission: 02/25/26 1:25:36 AM
Attachments
- Randi_Castle-Salgado_Commissioner_Bio_Enhanced.pdf

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RANDI CASTLE-SALGADO
Vice Chair, Planning Commission
Housing Advisory Committee Member
City of National City, California
Professional Background
Randi Castle-Salgado currently serves as Vice Chair of the Planning Commission and as a Member of the Housing Advisory Committee for the City of National City. She brings over a decade of professional experience in residential real estate and housing markets across California and Arizona.

As a licensed Realtor, Randi works directly with homeowners, first-time buyers, military families, and investors, providing practical insight into housing affordability, development feasibility, zoning impacts, and neighborhood dynamics. Her professional experience allows her to approach planning decisions with both market awareness and community sensitivity.

Public Service & Planning Experience

Conditional Use Permits

Site Plan Reviews

Zoning Amendments

General Plan consistency evaluations

Housing Element implementation matters
She is committed to ensuring development proposals align with adopted city plans, infrastructure capacity, state housing law, and long-term community sustainability. As a Housing Advisory Committee Member, she contributes to discussions regarding affordable housing programs and regulatory updates that impact residents citywide.

Professional Development & Commitment
Randi successfully completed the Portside Academy through the Port of San Diego during her prior four-year term. She has actively participated in multiple Planning Commissioner Academies through the League of California Cities, demonstrating her ongoing commitment to professional development and excellence in public service.

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During her previous four-year term, she maintained perfect attendance at Planning Commission meetings, with zero absences. She believes punctuality and preparation are essential to respecting staff time, applicants, fellow commissioners, and members of the public.

Leadership Approach

Transparent and thoughtful public deliberation

Balanced consideration of residents, businesses, and property owners
Adherence to adopted plans and legal standards

Support for housing solutions that serve working families and seniors
Long-term economic vitality and neighborhood stability
Community Commitment
A resident of National City, Randi remains actively engaged in local civic discussions and community forums. She values open dialogue, collaborative problem-solving, and responsible growth that strengthens the city for future generations.

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Planning Commission
Applicant Package - Commissioner
Planning Commission - Commissioner
Term 31 Mar 2026 - 30 Mar 2030
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Sampsell, Sean

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Name: Sampsell, Sean
Address: National city, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Planning Commission
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
Present Employer?:

N/A
Occupation:

N/A
Business Address:

N/A
Educational Background:

Some college
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes

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If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Civil Service
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

Yes
Time of Submission: 02/26/26 8:04:18 PM

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Housing Advisory Committee
Applicant Package - Committee Member
Housing Advisory Committee - Committee Member
Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2030
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Blackwell, Jared

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Name: Blackwell, Jared
Address: , National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Housing Advisory Committee
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:

District 3.

Term of Residency?:

January 2026 - Present.

Present Employer?:

U.S. Air Force Reserves, March Air Reserve Base, CA 5/2020 – Present Occupation:

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Educational Background:

San Diego State University 8/2024 – Present
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Expected Graduation: May 2026

University of California, San Diego 9/2022 – 12/2023
BA in Political Science, with 3.45 GPA

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

NA
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

NA
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

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Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 03/03/26 10:57:11 PM
Attachments

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

PURPOSE

To establish a procedure to serve as a guide in making appointments to various City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The City currently has the following Boards, Commissions, and Committees to which this Policy applies:

Mayor’s Appointments:

1. Board of Library Trustees

2. Community and Police Relations Commission

3. Park, Recreation, and Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

4. Public Art Committee

5. Sweetwater Authority

6. Traffic Safety Committee

City Council Appointments:

1. Civil Service Commission

2. Planning Commission

3. Housing Advisory Committee including Ex-Officio Members

4. Port Commission (Per the San Diego Unified Port District Act, Section 16, this seat must be filled by a National City resident. The Commissioner shall be a resident of the City at the time of their appointments, and during their tenure.

POLICY

Appointment Process
A. Opportunity to apply. All interested individuals shall be given an opportunity to submit applications for vacancies on City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. Incumbent Appointees are not automatically re-appointed but are required to fill out an abbreviated application provided by the City Clerk, indicating their interest in continuing to serve.

B. Unexpired terms. If an incumbent Appointee was appointed to fill an unexpired term and the Appointee serves for less than one year in that position, the Council may re- appoint the incumbent without considering other applicants.

C. Vacancies. When vacancies occur, the following procedure shall be followed:

1. Schedule vacancy. When a term is expiring or expires, public notice of the vacancy shall be made, inviting interested individuals to submit applications for the vacancy on a form provided by the City Clerk on the City website.

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees Unscheduled vacancy. An unscheduled vacancy shall be filled according to Government Code Section 54974, which generally provides as follows: Whenever an unscheduled vacancy occurs, whether due to resignation, death, termination, or other causes, a special vacancy notice shall be posted in the Office of the City Clerk, the City website, outside City Hall on the Bulletin Board, and on City social media platforms not earlier than twenty (20) days before or not later than twenty (20) days after the vacancy occurs. The City Council shall not make a final appointment for at least ten (10) working days after posting the notice in designated locations. The notice’s posting and application period shall be thirty (30) calendar days. However, if it finds that an emergency exists, the City Council may, fill the unscheduled vacancy immediately. According to this section, a person appointed to fill the vacancy shall serve only on an interim basis until the final appointment.

The end of term for the members of Boards, Commissions, and Committees generally occurs in an annual rotation during the months of March and September.

Appointments will be considered at those times unless a vacancy resulting from a resignation result in the lack of a Quorum on the Board, Commission, or Committee, in which case the appointment could occur at the time of the unscheduled vacancy in accordance with the procedure set out above.

3. Government Code Section 40605, and National City Municipal Code Title 16, grants the Mayor, with the City Council’s approvals, the authority to make all appointments unless otherwise explicitly provided by statute. The exceptions are:

1. Civil Service Commission

2. Planning Commission

3. Housing Advisory Committee including Ex-Officio Members

4. Port Commission

The City Council fills vacancies on these bodies.

Implementation. Implementation of Council policy for appointment to Boards, Commissions, and Committees requires the following:

1. Per Government Code Section 54972, on or before December 31 of each year, the City Council shall prepare a list of appointments of all regular and ongoing Boards, Commissions, and Committees appointed by the City Council. The City Clerk will prepare the list of all regular and ongoing Boards, Commissions, and Committees appointed by the Mayor or the City Council. The list shall contain a list of all terms that will expire during the next calendar year, the incumbent appointee’s name, the appointment date, the term’s expiration date,

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees and the position’s necessary qualifications. It shall also include a list of all Boards, Commissions, and Committees whose members serve at the City Council’s pleasure and the qualifications required for each position. This Local Appointments List shall be made available to the public on the City website.

2. Notice. A public notice for vacancies must be placed in the newspaper of general circulation within the City , on the City ’s website, City Hall Bulletin Boards, and City social media platforms.

3. Expiration of term. All appointees will receive a letter as their terms expire asking if they would like to re-apply for the position.

4. Applications. Applications shall be available on the City website and in the City Clerk’s Office. Submission s must be received before the advertised deadline for consideration for the appointment. All applications will be retained in the City Clerk’s Office for one year from the date the application was submitted. During the one-year retention period of the application, an applicant shall be considered for other vacancies on Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The City Clerk’s Office will notify the applicant being considered for an appoi ntment to confirm that they are still interested in volunteering.

5. A member may only serve on one (1) Board, Commission, or Committee at a time.

If an applicant applies for another position on a different Board, Commission, or Committee, that applicant wi ll forfeit the prior seat and a vacancy will occur per policy.

6. Residency Requirement: If a position on the Board, Commission or Committee is for a resident, the applicant must be a resident at the time of submitting the application.

The address must be an identifiable National City address, with verification by the City Clerk’s Office. If an applicant is found to be a non- resident, they will not be considered. They will be encouraged to apply for a non-resident seat when available, and maintain residency during the tenure.

7. Interviews:

a. Mayor Appointments: Interviews for Mayoral appointments will be conducted by the Mayor outside of the public meeting and scheduled by the Mayor’s Office.

b. City Council Appointments: Interviews for the four (4) Civil Service Commission, Planning Commission, Housing Advisory Committee, and

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees Port Commission who serve at the City Council’s pleasure and are appointed by the City Council as a body will be interviewed in the public forum at a City Council Meeting as described below.

c. The City Clerk’s Office makes attempts to inform applicants of the da te and time of the City Council meeting so that the applicant may attend in person or via Zoom for interviews and questions. Attempts are made via emails, and telephone calls prior to the meeting.

8. Mayoral Appointments:

The Mayor will make the motion to appoint (naming the appointee) and Councilmembers may second the motion. The City Clerk will then take a roll call vote of the City Council. A majority vote of the City Council will be required for the appointment. If t he majority of the City Council choose to deny the proposed appointment, the Mayor shall either propose an alternative candidate from the current application pool or choose to reopen the application period and return to the City Council at a future City Council Meeting with a different applicant for consideration. If a Mayoral Appointment is not approved by the majority of the City Council by confirmation, that applicant is removed from the pool for that seat. The Mayor will return to a future meeting with a substitute Mayoral appointment.

9. For City Council Appointments, the Interview Process is as follows:

a. The City Clerk will provide an overview of the Board, Commission, or Committee(s) with current vacancy (ies). The Mayor will introduce the applicant and two (2) questions will be asked of each applicant on behalf of the City Council.

b. Each applicant is given two (2) minutes to make a brief introduction of themselves and their qualifications to the City Council.

c. Mayor and City Councilmembers will ask questions of each applicant. All applicants must be asked the same questions.

d. Total time per applicant is five (5) timed minutes with time allowed for clarification at the discretion of the City Council, not to exceed ten (10) minutes total per applicant.

e. All appointments and interviews before the City Council will be scheduled

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees as needed to fill unexpected vacancies, with every effort to be made before an individual's term expires. Interviews may take place at one meeting, with appointments made at a subsequent meeting.

9. Vacancies for City Council Appointed Positions. If the vacancy is for a City Council appointed position, and there is more than one (1) applicant for a given position, the voting process will proceed as follows: Once the interviews are complete, each Councilmember votes for their choice via a written ballot provided by the City Clerk.

Each Councilmember shall print and sign their name
on the ballot. All ballots shall be considered a public rec ord and be open to inspection by the public. The ballots are passed to the City Clerk who announces the number of votes for each candidate.

If the appointment process is conducted via a virtual meeting the process is the same except the ballot/vote process. The City Clerk’s Office will provide a Vote Sheet (a piece of paper electronically) with the name of each applicant to be considered. Councilmembers will mark their paper, fold it and hand to the City Clerk as they are collected. If a member is virtual, they will announce their vote verbally first before any other votes are read. The City Clerk will tally the votes and will then confirm the votes with a verbal roll call. The applicant with the most votes is appointed.

In the event of a tie, each Councilmember votes again until one (1) candidate has the majority vote and is declared to be the newly–appointed member of the Board, Commission, or Committee.

10. Re-appointment beyond two terms. Anyone wishing to be re-appointed to any Board, Commission, or Committee and has served two or more full terms already must be approved by a four -fifths vote of the City Council. I f all five members of the City Council are not present, or if one member abstains or recuses their vote, the four- fifths requirement shall be changed to require only a simple majority.

11. Report to Council:

All applications received for vacancies , whether Mayoral Appointment or City Council Appointment, will be attached to the staff report to Council. All applications will have private personal information redacted (name, street numbers and name of street address, and phone number). This redacted information is in alignment with Government Code Section 6255(a) because the public interest served by not disclosing the applicant’s personal, private information and protection of the

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees applicant’s right to privacy outweighs the public interest served by disclosing that information.

12. An automatic vacancy upon becoming a Non- Resident. An unscheduled vacancy automatically occurs when a resident holding an appointment position on a City Board, Committee, or Commission becomes a non-resident by moving out of National City limits. When an unscheduled vacancy occurs due to a resident becoming a non-resident, the unscheduled vacancy may be filled as follows:

a. A special vacancy notice shall be posted in the Office of the City Clerk, and in other places as directed by the City Council, not earlier than 20 days before or not later than 20 days after the vacancy occurs. Final Appointment at a City Council Meeting shall not be made by the Appointing Authority for at least 10 working days after the posting of the notice in the City Clerk’s Office.

b. The Appointing Authority may appoint the former resident to a Non- Residential position if a Non-Residential position is vacant.

However, the Appointing Authority may, if it finds that an emergency exist s, fill the unscheduled vacancy immediately. A person appointed to fill the vacancy shall serve only on an acting basis until the final appointment is made pursuant to this section.

13. Only City Residents may be elected to Chair and Vice- Chair positions. To be eligible to be elected as the Chairperson of a City Board, Committee , or Commission, the member must be a resident of the City.

14. Resignations, Attendance, Training, and Removals

Resignation:

If a Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission is unable to continue serving because of health, business requirements, or personal reasons, a letter of resignation shall be submitted to the City Clerk, who will present to the City Council.

Attendance:

Regular attendance at meetings is critical to be effective operation of City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The City Council relies on the advice of the City’s

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees Boards, Commissions, and Committees, which is the result of discussions among appointed members. The City Council anticipates that members of Boards, Committees, and Commissions shall make every reasonable effort to attend all regular and special meetings of their respective Boards , Commissions, and Committees, and to be prepared to discuss matters on their respective agendas.

A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission shall be considered removed from any advisory board under the following conditions:

1. A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committ ee, or Commission with unexcused absences from three consecutive regularly scheduled meetings.

2. A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission misses more than 25% of the advisory body’s meetings in a calendar year.

3. A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission must be present at least one hour, or 50% of the entire meeting, whichever is less, to be counted as present for purposes of attendance.

Excused Absences:

An “excused absence” is only granted when absolutely necessary and pre - approved if at all possible. The City Council encourages Boards, Commissions, and Committees to refrain from scheduling meetings on cultural and r eligious holidays in order to encourage full participation by all Commissioners, Board Members, and the public . The pre-approval of excused absences will be by the body as a whole and documented in the meeting minutes.

Excused absences are listed as follows:

1. Illness of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission, their family member, or their personal friend;

2. Business commitment of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission that interferes with the attendance at a meeting;

3. Attendance of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission at a funeral, religious service or ceremony, wedding, or other similarly-significant event; or

4. Other reason for which the Commissioner or M ember of the Board, Committee, or Commission has given notice to the Chairperson or Secretary of their unavailability fifteen (15) days in advance, as long as the unavailability is not expected to last longer than 30 days.

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

Removal:

The Secretary or Lead of each Board, Commission, or Committee will report the attendance to the Office of the City Clerk on a monthly basis. If the attendance or absences fall within these guidelines , the Office of the City Clerk will prepare a report to City Council for review a nd possible removal of the Commissioner, Member, or Alternate sitting on the Board, Committee, or Commission. Any Commissioner, Member, or Alternate sitting on a Board, Committee, or Commission may be removed from office at any time by a simple majority vote of the City Council at a regularly scheduled Council meeting with or without cause.

Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioners and Members of Board, Committee, or Commission, as appointed by the legislative body, are entrusted with certain responsibilities and concomitant training and reporting. The following are requirements of Commissioners and Members of Boards, Commissions, and Committees. This training is required to be completed within 30 days of appointment or notification.

1. Oath of Office (Article XX of the California Constitution, and California Government Code Section 36507)

2. Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Statement of Economic Interest Form 700 Filing (California Government Code Section 87100 et seq)

3. AB1234 Ethics Training (California Government Code Section 53235.1(b))

4. Anti- Harassment Training

5. Brown Act Training

6. Social Media Training

7. Any training required by State Law, Federal Law, or City Policies.

All training is offered in a variety of formats including in person, via Zoom, training website/software, and pre- recorded video. Currently, t hese are all requirements of the Mayor and City Council, and City staff.

Removal:

Failure to complete any of these requirements within 30 days of the appointment date or date of notification is cause for automatic removal.

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

Related Policy References
Government Code Section 40605
Government Code Section 54970, et seq.

Article XX of the California Constitution, and California Government Code Section 36507 California Government Code Section 53235(b)
California Government Code Section 87100 et seq
National City Municipal Code Title 16 (pending)

Prior Policy Amendments:

February 2, 2021 (Resolution No. 2021- 08)
May 19, 2020 (Resolution No. 2020- 95)
November 9, 1993 (Resolution No. 93-173)
June 11, 2013 (Revised – No Resolution – Refer to Meeting Minutes) October 8, 2013 (Resolution No. 2013-147)
May 19, 2020 (Resolution No. 2020-20)
November 16, 2021 (Resolution No. 2021-178)

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BOARDS, COMMISSION AND
COMMITTEES (11)

TOTAL MEMBERS
(51+)

BOARD OF

LIBRARY TRUSTEE
(5 Members)

CIVIL SERVICE

COMMISSION
(5 Members)

COMMUNITY AND

POLICE RELATIONS

COMMISSION
(8 Members)
PARK,

RECREATION

AND SENIOR

CITIZENS'

ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
(7 Members)

PLANNING

COMMISSION
and HOUSING

ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
(7 Members)
2 Ex Officio
PORT

COMMISSION
(1 Member)

PUBLIC ART

COMMITTEE
(5 Members)

SWEETWATER

AUTHORITY
(1 Member)

TRAFFIC SAFETY

COMMITTEE
(5 Members)
TERM 3 Years 5 Years 3 Years 3 Years 4 Years 4 Years 3 Years 4 Years 3 Years RESIDENCY REQUIREMENT Yes Yes
5 Resident
up to 2 Non-Resident
(1) Non-Voting
Member Yes Yes Yes No n/a Yes
VOTER REQUIREMENT No No No No No No No No No

MAYORAL APPOINTMENT SUBJECT TO

CONFIRMATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL X X X X X X

CITY COUNCIL AS A BODY APPOINTMENT X X X
COMPENSATION No No No No
Compensation set
by Council
Resolution No No No No
FORM 700 FILING REQUIREMENT Yes Yes Yes No Yes n/a No n/a No MEETINGS 1 X per month
1X every other
month 1X every 3 months
1X every 2
months 2X per month n/a 1X per quarter n/a 1X per month

REQUIRED TO REPORT TO COUNCIL

ANNUALLY
Yes, on or before
August 31st and to
the State Librarian Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
OTHER
Can not be
salaried employee
or holds office of
the City

BOARDS/COMMISSION/COMMITTEES
**Effective February 2, 2020 all Chair and Vice-Chairs are required to be NC Residents CITY COUNCIL POLICY #107 and NCMC TITLE 16

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Appointments: City Boards, Commissions, and Committees – Mayoral Appointments to the Board of Library Trustees; Community & Police Relations Commission; and, Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee.

RECOMMENDATION:

Mayoral Appointment with the City Councilmembers’ Confirmation.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

A City Boards, Commissions and Committee (BCC) vacancy notice was published in the Star News, posted on the City Hall Bulletin Boards, City website, and City Social Media sites to advertise the opening and application acceptance period for multiple committees.

The recent Vacancy Notice was posted on February 5, 2026 with a deadline of February 26, 2026.

The Board of Library Trustees has one (1) vacancy due to a resignation.

Community & Police Relations Commission has two (2) vacancies due to expiring terms.

Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee has two (2) vacancies due to expiring terms.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not applicable.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Communication and Outreach

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

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ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Explanation for Mayoral Appointments
Exhibit B – Applications (redacted)
Exhibit C – City Council Policy 107 – Amended January 20, 2026 Exhibit D – Boards/Commission/Committees Reference Chart

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The City Clerk’s Office began advertising and accepting applications for vacancies on the following Boards, Committees, and Commissions: Board of Library Trustees; Community & Police Relations Commission; and Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee on February 5, 2026 with a deadline of February 26, 2026.

Vacancies are listed below:

BCC Number of Open Seats and
Term expiration for that seat
Appointing
Member(s)
Residency
Requirement
Applications
Received
Board of Library
Trustees
(1) One Seat – September
30, 2027

Mayoral Yes

Jared Blackwell*
Ricardo Carmona*

Community & Police
Relations Commission
(2) Two Seats – March 31,
2029

Mayoral Yes Jared Blackwell*
Roberto Umana
Rob Rice*

Parks, Recreation &
Senior Citizens’
Advisory Committee
(2) Two Seats – March 31,
2029
Mayoral Yes Maria Patrice Amon
Jared Blackwell*
Jesus Hizon*
Rob Rice
Lorna Delos Santos*
Residency requirements are listed if required in the chart above. If filling a resident requirement, applicant must reside within the City of National City at the time the application is submitted to be considered for the resident position.

BOARD OF LIBRARY TRUSTEES
There are two applicants.

*One (1) applicant, Jared Blackwell, submitted an application for consideration on the Board of Library Trustees; Community & Police Relations Commission; and, the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee after the noticed deadline.

*One (1) applicant Ricardo Carmona is currently a member of the Board of Library Trustees appointed on December 2, 2025 with a term that expires September 30, 2026 as an Alternate member. Trustee Carmona is seeking appointment as a full voting member. Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Their meetings are held the first Wednesday of every month at 5:30 p.m. in the Large Conference Room at City Hall.

Since Trustee Carmona’s appointment in December 2025, the Board has scheduled one (1) meeting that occurred on February 4, 2026 of which he was present.

Attendance 2026
Attended 1
Absent 0
Cancelled 0

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Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Trustee Carmona has completed all required training and filing requirements. **************************************************************************************************************************

COMMUNITY & POLICE RELATIONS COMMISSION
There are three applicants.

*One (1) applicant, Jared Blackwell, submitted an application for consideration on the Community & Police Relations Commission after the noticed deadline.

*One (1) applicant Rob Rice, submitted an application for consideration on the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens’ Advisory Committee and the Community & Police Relations Commission. The application for the Community & Police Relations Commission was received after the noticed deadline.

************************************************************************************************************************* PARKS, RECREATION & SENIOR CITIZENS’ ADVISORY COMMITTEE There are five applicants.

*One (1) applicant, Jared Blackwell submitted an application for consideration on the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens’ Advisory Committee after the noticed deadline.

*One (1) applicant Jesus Hizon is currently a member of the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee appointed on September 17, 2024 with a term that expires March 31, 2026 and is seeking reappointment. Attendance of meetings is shown below for reference. Their meetings are held the third Thursday of every month at 4:00 p.m. in the Large Conference Room at City Hall.

In calendar year 2025, the Committee scheduled 12 meetings, four (4) were cancelled due to a lack of agenda items, four (4) were cancelled due to lack of a quorum. The absence totals reflected below include occasions during which the member’s inability to attend contributed to the lack of a quorum.

Attendance 2025
Attended 4
Absent 3
Cancelled 8

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3) Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Member Hizon has completed all required training and filing requirements. ************************************************************************************************************************** *One (1) applicant, Lorna Delos Santos, submitted an application for consideration on the Parks, Recreation & Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee after the noticed deadline.

************************************************************************************************************************** Appointment:

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(8) Mayoral Appointments:

The Mayor will make the motion to appoint (naming the appointee) and Councilmembers may second the motion. The City Clerk will then take a roll call vote of the City Council. A majority vote of the City Council will be required for the appointment. If the majority of the City Council choose to deny the proposed appointment, the Mayor shall either propose an alternative candidate from the current application pool or choose to reopen the application period and return to the City Council at a future City Council Meeting with a different applicant for consideration.

If a Mayoral Appointment is not approved by the majority of the City Council by confirmation, that applicant is removed from the pool for that seat. The Mayor will return to a future meeting with a substitute Mayoral appointment.

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Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3): Attendance
A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission must be present at least one hour, or 50% of the entire meeting, whichever is less, to be counted as present for purposes of attendance.

Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(14)(3): Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioners and Members of Board, Committee, or Commission, as appointed by the legislative body, are entrusted wi th certain responsibilities and concomitant training and reporting. The following are requirements of Commissioners and Members of Boards, Commissions, and Committees. This training is required to be completed within 30 days of appointment or notification.

**Per City Council Policy #107 (D)(10) Re-appointment beyond two terms. Anyone wishing to be re-appointed to any Board, Commission, or Committee and has served two or more full terms already must be approved by a four-fifths vote of the City Council. If all five members of the City Council are not present, or if one member abstains or recuses their vote, the four-fifths requirement shall be changed to require only a simple majority.

1. Oath of Office (Article XX of the California Constitution, and California Government Code Section 36507)

2. Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Statement of Economic Interest Form 700 Filing (California Government Code Section 87100 et seq)

3. AB1234 Ethics Training (California Government Code Section 53235.1(b))

4. Anti-Sexual Harassment Training

5. Brown Act Training

6. Social Media Training

7. Any training required by State Law, Federal Law, or City Policies.

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Board Of Library Trustees
Applicant Package - Member-Trustee
Board Of Library Trustees - Member-Trustee
Term 18 Mar 2026 - 30 Sep 2027
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Blackwell, Jared

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Name: Blackwell, Jared
Address: National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Board of Library Trustees
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:

District 3.

Term of Residency?:

January 2026 - Present.

Present Employer?:

U.S. Air Force Reserves, March Air Reserve Base, CA 5/2020 – Present Occupation:

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Educational Background:

San Diego State University 8/2024 – Present
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Expected Graduation: May 2026

University of California, San Diego 9/2022 – 12/2023
BA in Political Science, with 3.45 GPA

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

NA
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

NA
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

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Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 03/03/26 10:57:11 PM
Attachments
- JaredBlackwellRésumé (1).pdf

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Jared Blackwell
| National City, CA

Education
San Diego State University 8/2024 – Present Master of Public Administration (MPA), Expected Graduation: May 2026 Leadership Roles: Graduate Student Association President (2025 – 2026) Graduate Student Association Secretary (2024 – 2025)
Graduate Student Association Academic Affairs Rep. (2024 – 2025)

University of California, San Diego 9/2022 – 12/2023 BA in Political Science, with 3.45 GPA
Awards: Muir College People’s Choice Award (2023)
Leadership Roles: Associated Students Muir College Senator (2023) Associated Students Off Campus Senator (2022 – 2023)
Study Abroad: UCDC Program, Washington DC, Sep. 2023 – Dec. 2023

Experience

U.S. Air Force Reserves, March Air Reserve Base, CA 5/2020 – Present Air Transportation Specialist, 1 weekend/month
Honors: Armed Forced Service Medal (2022)
Armed Forced Reserve Medal (2022)
Air and Space Expeditionary Service Ribbon (2022)
Basic Military Training Honor Graduation Ribbon (2020)
• Assisted with Operation Allies Welcome during a six-month deployment, supporting the resettlement of 7,400 Afghan refugees at McGuire Air Force Base, NJ. • Coordinated and distributed donations to refugees during Operation Allies Welcome, totaling 200,000+ health products, improving the quality of life for 7,400 refugees. • Operated heavy machinery and collaborated with team members to load and unload mission-essential cargo, supporting military operations efficiently.

San Diego Local Agency Formation Commission 1/2024 – 7/2024 Administrative Analyst Intern, 20 hours/week
• Prepared financial audit statements and budgets for 1 0+ local governments in San Diego County, ensuring accuracy and transparency in public records. • Drafted monthly reports advising a 13-member commission of elected officials on the financial health and stability of local governments.
• Attended monthly commission meetings to observe legal and policy discussions, gaining valuable insights into public administration and decision-making. • Assisted 10+ homeowners in expanding municipal services to their properties, ensuring compliance with California statutes and facilitating smooth application processes.

U.S. Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41), Washington, DC 9/2023 – 12/2023 Congressional Intern, 2 4 hours/week

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Jared Blackwell
| National City, CA

• Corresponded with 1,000+ constituents via phone calls, documenting their political concerns and relaying them to the appropriate staff members for constituent outreach. • Participated in congressional hearings and staff meetings, gaining firsthand exposure to legislative procedures and the intricacies of government operations. • Researched policy issues, including litigation on ADA regulations, and delivered concise analyses to staff members, aiding in informed decision-making.

California State Senator Brian Jones, San Diego, CA 7/2023 – 9/2023 Legislative Intern, 24 hours/week
• Drafted written correspondence to 300+ constituents using LCMS and Microsoft Word, providing personalized responses to community members.
• Maintained and updated databases on Microsoft Excel that contain contact information for important community stakeholders, including businesses, schools, and fire stations. • Supported caseworkers by logging and tracking the needs of 50+ constituents on LCMS.

San Diego County Supervisor Joel Anderson, El Cajon, CA 4/2023 – 6/2023 Legislative Intern, 24 hours/week
• Designed and presented 100+ Certificates of Recognition at community events, showcasing the accomplishments of local stakeholders and strengthening the relationship between the Supervisor and his constituency.
• Spearheaded recruitment efforts and provided comprehensive training for 10+ interns on office protocols and Microsoft Teams, promoting teamwork and enhancing efficiency. • Served as a personal aide to the Supervisor during community events, developing skills in public relations and public speaking, by working side-by-side with a public official.

Publications

Blackwell, Jared. (2023). Post 5867 Hosted Wellness Fair in East County. San Diego Veterans Magazine, 6(6), page 51. San Diego Veterans Magazine June 2023 Blackwell, Jared. (2023). Increasing the Agricultural Infrastructure and Technology of Somalia.

Journal of Student Research, 12(2). https://doi.org/10.47611/jsr.v12i2.1925 Blackwell, Jared. (2023). Career Technical Education: A Perfectly Valid Alternative. Journal of Student Research, 12(3). https://doi.org/10.47611/jsr.v12i3.1957 Blackwell, Jared. (2024). Punish China for the Genocide of the Uyghur People. Righting Wrongs: A Journal of Human Rights, 14(1).
https://blogs.webster.edu/humanrights/category/volume-xiv-issue-1/ Blackwell, Jared. (2024). Presidents and Political Parties: Power in the Hands of Many Changed to the Power in the Hands of One. Journal of Student Research, 13(1). https://doi.org/10.47611/jsrv13il.2423
Blackwell, Jared. (2025). Inadequate Response to Homeless Crisis. The Stars News. https://www.thestarnews.com/50500-2/

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Name: Carmona, Ricardo
Address: , National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Board of Library Trustees
Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
2 Term of Residency?:
8 months
Present Employer?:

Self Employed
Occupation:

Educator & Education Consutlant
Business Address:

N/A
Educational Background:

B.A. in History from University of San Diego
M.A. in History from Georgeotwn University

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Currently Serving on a BCC?:

Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

National City Board of Library Trustees
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:
2+ months as a nonvoting member of the National City Board of Library Trustees Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:
10+ years as an educator, worked closely with librarians throughout my career and I am an avid patron of the library alongside my family.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 02/26/26 7:58:15 PM

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Community & Police Relations Commission (CPRC)
Applicant Package - Commissioner
Community & Police Relations Commission (CPRC) - Commissioner Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Blackwell, Jared

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Name: Blackwell, Jared
Address: National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Community & Police Relations Commission (CPRC) Telephone Number::

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:

District 3
Occupation::

Air Force Reservist & Full-time Graduate Student
Present Employer?:

Air Force Reserves
Business Address::

Educational Background::

I earned my undergraduate degree in Political Science from UC San Diego in 2023. I am currently pursuing my Master of Public Administration degree at San Diego State University, which I will graduate from in May of 2026. I intend to continue my education after I graduate. I am currently applying to law school at California Western School of Law and applying to earn a second master's degree at San Diego State University in Accounting.

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

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Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

NA
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

I am currently the elected Student Body President of the 6,000+ graduate students at San Diego State University, including masters, credentials, and doctoral students. Most previously, I was appointed as the Secretary of the Graduate Student Association which represents 6,000+ graduate students at SDSU. And during my time at UC San Diego, I was appointed as a Student Senator which represents the 33,000+ undergraduate students at UC San Diego from 2022-2023. In addition to my extensive experience in student government, I am also an Eagle Scout in the Boy Scouts of America as of 2017.

Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS APPLICATION BECOMES PUBLIC INFORMATION AND MAY BE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE:

I hereby certify that the information contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.:

Jared Blackwell

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Time of Submission: 03/06/26 4:18:12 AM
Attachments
- JaredBlackwellRésumé (1).pdf

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Jared Blackwell
| National City, CA

Experience

U.S. Congressman Ken Calvert (CA-41), Washington, DC 9/2023 – 12/2023 Congressional Intern, 2 4 hours/week

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Jared Blackwell
[email protected] | (619) 759-0111 | National City, CA

Publications

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Name: Umana, Roberto
Address: , National City CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Community & Police Relations Commission (CPRC) Telephone Number::

Registered to Vote in National City?:

No
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
1 Occupation::

N/A
Present Employer?:

N/A
Business Address::

N/A
Educational Background::
- High school Diploma California Dental Certifications: -Certified Dental Assistant X-Ray Certification -8 Hour Infection Control -2 Hour Infection Control -First Aid/CPR Certified Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

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If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

N/A
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

N/A
Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

I’m actively engaged in advocacy focused on police accountability and the treatment of individuals experiencing mental health crises. I regularly attend City Council and Police and Community Relations Commission meetings to speak in support of transparency, oversight, and meaningful reform.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS APPLICATION BECOMES PUBLIC INFORMATION AND MAY BE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE:

I hereby certify that the information contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.:

Roberto Umana
Time of Submission: 02/26/26 8:10:48 PM
Attachments
- Roberto Umana CPRC application .pdf

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Application Statement for Community and Police
Relations Commission
To the Members of the Selection Committee,
I respectfully submit my application to serve on the Community and Police Relations Commission for the City of National City. Although I have not previously served on a formal commission, I bring lived experience, sustained civic engagement, and a strong commitment to responsible oversight, public safety, and institutional accountability.

My brother, Brian Umana, was killed by National City police officers while experiencing a mental health crisis. In the aftermath, I engaged in constructive community advocacy, organized outreach efforts across multiple platforms, and initiated a petition that gathered more than 600 signatures calling for transparency and reform. Community members and advocates have publicly honored his name, demonstrating the depth of concern surrounding police practices and crisis response within our city.

I pursued accountability through the civil justice system and filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the National City Police Department and the City of National City. The case resulted in the largest wrongful death settlement in the city’s history. While no legal outcome can undo the loss suffered, the resolution reflects the seriousness of the issues involved and highlights the importance of meaningful oversight and policy review.

I believe the repeated challenges facing the Police Department indicate opportunities for improvement in leadership development, training standards, crisis intervention protocols, supervision, and transparency mechanisms. At the same time, civilian oversight bodies must operate with clarity of purpose, independence, and measurable impact. A commission fulfills its mission when it actively reviews incidents, evaluates policy, requests data, and provides clear recommendations designed to strengthen public trust and constitutional policing.

If appointed, I would focus on evidence based policy evaluation, strengthened crisis response training, clear accountability benchmarks, improved communication between the department and the community, and transparent public reporting. My approach would be professional, solutions oriented, and grounded in collaboration while remaining firm in the pursuit of meaningful reform.

My objective is to help ensure that the Commission serves as a credible bridge between residents and law enforcement, promoting safety, dignity, and accountability for all members of our community.

Thank you for your consideration.

Respectfully,
Roberto Umana

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Name: Rice, Rob
Address: , National City Ca, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Community & Police Relations Commission (CPRC) Telephone Number::

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
4 Occupation::

MWR manager
Present Employer?:

Navy Region Southwest
Business Address::

Educational Background::

Some college
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

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Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Promote and host annual event at kimball park yearly and work with the city and police to give a great show to the community.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

PLEASE NOTE THAT THIS APPLICATION BECOMES PUBLIC INFORMATION AND MAY BE AVAILABLE ON THE CITY'S WEBSITE:

I hereby certify that the information contained in this application and any accompanying documents is true and correct to the best of my knowledge.:

National City
Time of Submission: 03/06/26 2:27:26 PM

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Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee Applicant Package - Committee Member
Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee - Committee Member Term 01 Oct 2025 - 30 Sep 2028
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Amon, Maria Patrice

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Name: Amon, Maria Patrice
Address: National City, 91950-13
Email:

Board Name: Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
1 Term of Residency?:
3 Present Employer?:

CSU San Marcos
Occupation:

Professor
Business Address:

Educational Background:

BA, Political Science, Philosophy, Univeristy of San Diego JD, California Wester School of Law

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PhD, Drama, UC Irvine
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Civil Service, Library Board of Directors
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

National City Civil Service, National City Library Board of Directors Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

I am the Co-Artistic Director of TuYo Theatre. We are a professional theatre company producing theatre in National City and the larger South Bay. I have presented plays about the National City Swap Meet and at the National City Train Museum. Further, I have developed arts educational program targeted to South Bay youth and senior citizens. Additionally, I have studies art history in college and have a strong working knowledge of visual arts.

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 07/29/25 2:02:01 PM

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Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee Applicant Package - Committee Member
Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee - Committee Member Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Blackwell, Jared

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Name: Blackwell, Jared
Address: National City, CA, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:

District 3.

Term of Residency?:

January 2026 - Present.

Present Employer?:

U.S. Air Force Reserves, March Air Reserve Base, CA 5/2020 – Present Occupation:

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Educational Background:

San Diego State University 8/2024 – Present
Master of Public Administration (MPA), Expected Graduation: May 2026

University of California, San Diego 9/2022 – 12/2023
BA in Political Science, with 3.45 GPA

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

NA
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

NA
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

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Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 03/03/26 10:57:11 PM
Attachments

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Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee Applicant Package - Committee Member
Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee - Committee Member Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Hizon, Jesus

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Name: Hizon, Jesus
Address: National City, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
3 Term of Residency?:
13 years
Present Employer?:

MWR NMCSD
Occupation:

CITY OF SAN DIEGO PARKS AND RECREATION
Business Address:

Educational Background:

AB POLITICAL SCIENCE
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

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Yes
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

PARKS AND RECREATION AND SENIOR CITIZEN
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

None
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

Olongapo City Bayanihan Club San Diego
Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:
13 years
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 02/06/26 12:21:01 PM
Attachments
- Jesus Resume (1).pdf

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Jesus Pascasio Hizon

OBJECTIVE
Dedicated and community-focused professional seeking to use extensive experience in park and recreation management to effectively serve on the park, Recreation & Senior Citizens Advisory Committee, promoting inclusive and engaging programs for all age groups.

CERTIFICATES
• Guidelines for Safe Interactions while taking part in Parks and Recreation Programs and Events Certification/ March 2024/ City of San Diego
• CA State Mandated Reporter Trained/ February 2024/ City of San Diego • Cybersecurity at Work Trained/ November 2023/ City of San Diego • Star Service Training/ May 22, 2024/ Navy MWR NB San Diego • Adult First Aid/CPR/AED/ October 19, 2023/ Navy MWR NB San Diego • Cash Handling Procedures/ October 13, 2015/ Fleet & Family Readiness Training, US Naval Base San Diego
SKILLS
• Professional communication skills (verbal & written)
• Computer literate in microsoft word
• Records management
• Extensive parks and recreation experience and knowledge

EDUCATION
• Administrative Professional Certificate/ May 2017/ National City Adult School
• Computer Applications-Microsoft Office 2010/ May 2017/ National City Adult School
• 4th Year AB Political Science/ March 1987/ Manuel L Quezon University - High School Diploma/ April 1977/ Columban College

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
City of San Diego Parks and Recreation, San Diego
Recreation Leader I March 2022 - PRESENT
• Working at La Jolla Recreation Center to help plan and host events including camps, movie nights and seasonal events, with more to come • Run weekly educational, recreational, art and sports programs including a Cultural Filipino Cooking class
• Running the front office, record keeping and engaging with park guest.

Morale Welfare and Recreation, San Diego
• Interim Manager (Supervisory Recreation Specialist) November 23,2022 – January 2023
• Interim Manager, October 2021 – March 2022
Olongapo City Bayanihan Club, San Diego
Chief Financial Officer March 2019 - PRESENT
• Running youth and senior citizen programs

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• Reoccurring summer youth sports, feeding, and bible study • Organizing annual donation and supplying events for Mexico and the Philippines
Morale Welfare and Recreation, San Diego
Custodian/Recreation Assistant July 2014 - PRESENT
• Keep the front recreation area & fitness areas well maintained • Greeting patrons upon entering the facility, checking IDs, providing towels and responding to any issues that arise
• Answering the phone in a professional and appropriate manner • Giving out information on current sporting events, classes & other services the Fitness Center offers
• Provides a prompt & friendly service at all times
• Operating cash register and preparing monthing inventory report 1st Choice Underground Utilities, San Diego
Administrative Assistant May 2014 - July 2014
• Compilation of documents
• Answering telephone calls and emails from customers
• Filing, copying, scanning and faxing documents
AWARDS
• Outstanding Employee Performance/ June 2025/ MWR NBSD • The Iron Man Award/ June 2024/ MWR, San Diego Naval Base • Star Employee of the Quarter/ June 2018/ MWR, San Diego Naval Base

REFERENCES
Nicholas Volpe - Recreation Center Director II (City of San Diego) Current Supervisor

Jefferey Stuart - Site Manager (MWR Balboa Medical Center) Current Supervisor

Zane Zimmerman - Sports and Aquatics Manager (MWR Balboa Medical Center) Current Supervisor

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Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee Applicant Package - Committee Member
Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee - Committee Member Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Rice, Rob

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Name: Rice, Rob
Address: National city, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
Term of Residency?:

Since 2011
Present Employer?:

Navy region Southwest
Occupation:

MWR manager
Business Address:

Educational Background:
some college
Currently Serving on a BCC?:

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Previously Served on a BCC?:

No
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

N/A
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

None
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

Currently work for recreational services for the US Navy Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Currently work for recreational services for the US Navy. Organize and host various special events. Manage and oversee the rental program and the picnic grounds Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 02/26/26 4:46:42 PM

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Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee Applicant Package - Committee Member
Parks, Recreation And Senior Citizen’S Advisory Committee - Committee Member Term 01 Apr 2026 - 31 Mar 2029
Positions Available 1
Number of applicants in this package 1
- Delos santos, Lorna

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Name: Delos santos, Lorna
Address: National city, 91950
Email:

Board Name: Parks, Recreation and Senior Citizen’s Advisory Committee Telephone Number:

Registered to Vote in National City?:

Yes
Resident of National City?:

Yes
District Number?:
3 Term of Residency?:
5 Present Employer?:

The Filipino Press, Inc.

Occupation:

Community Outreach Director
Business Address:

National city, ca 91950
Educational Background:

Graduated high school and computer programming in olongapo city, Philippines.

Currently Serving on a BCC?:

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No
Previously Served on a BCC?:

Yes
If so, which ones? If it does not apply, type N/A:

Housing but resigned due to covid illness
Professional or Technical Organization Memberships?:

National city chamber of commerce, Filipino American Chamber of commerce, Asian Business Association
Civic or Community Experience, Membership, or Previous Public Service Appointments?:

Partnered with Mayors office in providing covid19 vaccines to NC residents; supported AARP Age friendly livable community
Experience or Special Knowledge Pertaining to Area of Interest?:

Advocating for seniors
Have you ever been convicted of a felony crime?:

No
Have you ever been convicted of a misdemeanour crime?:

No
Time of Submission: 02/27/26 12:38:43 PM

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

PURPOSE

Mayor’s Appointments:

1. Board of Library Trustees

2. Community and Police Relations Commission

3. Park, Recreation, and Senior Citizens Advisory Committee

4. Public Art Committee

5. Sweetwater Authority

6. Traffic Safety Committee

City Council Appointments:

1. Civil Service Commission

2. Planning Commission

3. Housing Advisory Committee including Ex-Officio Members

POLICY

C. Vacancies. When vacancies occur, the following procedure shall be followed:

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

The end of term for the members of Boards, Commissions, and Committees generally occurs in an annual rotation during the months of March and September.

1. Civil Service Commission

2. Planning Commission

3. Housing Advisory Committee including Ex-Officio Members

4. Port Commission

The City Council fills vacancies on these bodies.

Implementation. Implementation of Council policy for appointment to Boards, Commissions, and Committees requires the following:

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

2. Notice. A public notice for vacancies must be placed in the newspaper of general circulation within the City , on the City ’s website, City Hall Bulletin Boards, and City social media platforms.

3. Expiration of term. All appointees will receive a letter as their terms expire asking if they would like to re-apply for the position.

5. A member may only serve on one (1) Board, Commission, or Committee at a time.

If an applicant applies for another position on a different Board, Commission, or Committee, that applicant wi ll forfeit the prior seat and a vacancy will occur per policy.

6. Residency Requirement: If a position on the Board, Commission or Committee is for a resident, the applicant must be a resident at the time of submitting the application.

7. Interviews:

a. Mayor Appointments: Interviews for Mayoral appointments will be conducted by the Mayor outside of the public meeting and scheduled by the Mayor’s Office.

b. City Council Appointments: Interviews for the four (4) Civil Service Commission, Planning Commission, Housing Advisory Committee, and

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

8. Mayoral Appointments:

9. For City Council Appointments, the Interview Process is as follows:

b. Each applicant is given two (2) minutes to make a brief introduction of themselves and their qualifications to the City Council.

c. Mayor and City Councilmembers will ask questions of each applicant. All applicants must be asked the same questions.

d. Total time per applicant is five (5) timed minutes with time allowed for clarification at the discretion of the City Council, not to exceed ten (10) minutes total per applicant.

e. All appointments and interviews before the City Council will be scheduled

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

In the event of a tie, each Councilmember votes again until one (1) candidate has the majority vote and is declared to be the newly–appointed member of the Board, Commission, or Committee.

11. Report to Council:

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees applicant’s right to privacy outweighs the public interest served by disclosing that information.

b. The Appointing Authority may appoint the former resident to a Non- Residential position if a Non-Residential position is vacant.

14. Resignations, Attendance, Training, and Removals

Resignation:

Attendance:

Regular attendance at meetings is critical to be effective operation of City Boards, Commissions, and Committees. The City Council relies on the advice of the City’s

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission shall be considered removed from any advisory board under the following conditions:

1. A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committ ee, or Commission with unexcused absences from three consecutive regularly scheduled meetings.

2. A Commissioner or Member of a Board, Committee, or Commission misses more than 25% of the advisory body’s meetings in a calendar year.

Excused Absences:

Excused absences are listed as follows:

1. Illness of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission, their family member, or their personal friend;

2. Business commitment of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission that interferes with the attendance at a meeting;

3. Attendance of the Commissioner or Member of the Board, Committee, or Commission at a funeral, religious service or ceremony, wedding, or other similarly-significant event; or

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

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AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

Removal:

Mandatory Training and Filing Requirements:

Commissioners and Members of Board, Committee, or Commission, as appointed by the legislative body, are entrusted with certain responsibilities and concomitant training and reporting. The following are requirements of Commissioners and Members of Boards, Commissions, and Committees. This training is required to be completed within 30 days of appointment or notification.

1. Oath of Office (Article XX of the California Constitution, and California Government Code Section 36507)

2. Fair Political Practices Commission (FPPC) Statement of Economic Interest Form 700 Filing (California Government Code Section 87100 et seq)

3. AB1234 Ethics Training (California Government Code Section 53235.1(b))

4. Anti- Harassment Training

5. Brown Act Training

6. Social Media Training

7. Any training required by State Law, Federal Law, or City Policies.

Removal:

Failure to complete any of these requirements within 30 days of the appointment date or date of notification is cause for automatic removal.

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CITY COUNCIL POLICY

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

AMENDED: January 20, 2026

ADOPTED: June 17, 1986
POLICY # 107
TITLE: Appointments to Boards, Commission and Committees

Related Policy References
Government Code Section 40605
Government Code Section 54970, et seq.

Prior Policy Amendments:

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BOARDS, COMMISSION AND
COMMITTEES (11)

TOTAL MEMBERS
(51+)

BOARD OF

LIBRARY TRUSTEE
(5 Members)

CIVIL SERVICE

COMMISSION
(5 Members)

COMMUNITY AND

POLICE RELATIONS

COMMISSION
(8 Members)
PARK,

RECREATION

AND SENIOR

CITIZENS'

ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
(7 Members)

PLANNING

COMMISSION
and HOUSING

ADVISORY

COMMITTEE
(7 Members)
2 Ex Officio
PORT

COMMISSION
(1 Member)

PUBLIC ART

COMMITTEE
(5 Members)

SWEETWATER

AUTHORITY
(1 Member)

TRAFFIC SAFETY

MAYORAL APPOINTMENT SUBJECT TO

CONFIRMATION BY THE CITY COUNCIL X X X X X X

REQUIRED TO REPORT TO COUNCIL

ANNUALLY
Yes, on or before
August 31st and to
the State Librarian Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes Yes
OTHER
Can not be
salaried employee
or holds office of
the City

BOARDS/COMMISSION/COMMITTEES
**Effective February 2, 2020 all Chair and Vice-Chairs are required to be NC Residents CITY COUNCIL POLICY #107 and NCMC TITLE 16

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Clerk's Office
Prepared by: Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes.

RECOMMENDATION:

Approve and file.

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Meeting Minutes:

Regular City Council Meeting of February 3, 2026
Special City Council Meeting of February 17, 2026 – Closed Session Regular City Council Meeting of February 17, 2026

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Not applicable.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Regular City Council Meeting of February 3, 2026 – Meeting Minutes Exhibit B – Special City Council Meeting of February 17, 2026 – Closed Session – Meeting Minutes
Exhibit C – Regular City Council Meeting of February 17, 2026 – Meeting Minutes

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

February 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Bush
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison (via Zoom)

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Richard Romero, Acting City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk (via Zoom)
Robert Drew, Deputy Fire Marshal
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Mikki Vidamo, Management Analyst II / Literacy Services Manager Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Acting Deputy City Manager
Derek Aydelotte, NCPD Captain
Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Ronny Soriano, Neighborhood Services Manager
Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources
_____________________________________________________________________

1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:01 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

AB 2449 Request:

Mayor Morrison requested to attend the meeting virtually due to “Just Cause.” City Clerk Chapel confirmed that at least a quorum of the legislative body was present at the location of the meeting in City Council Chamber as identified on the agenda.

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This was the first virtual City Council Meeting Mayor Morrison had attended in 2026 under the AB 2449 provision. Mayor Morrison stated that no one over the age of 18 was in the same location as he.

ACTION: City Council approved Mayor Morrison’s request to participate remotely due to “Just Cause,” pursuant to AB 2449.

Motion passed by roll call vote.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Bush, Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison (via Zoom) Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Yamane led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION
Invocation delivered by National City Christian Center Co-Pastor Robert Dominguez.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Vice-Mayor Molina summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing three (3) minutes per comment.

In-Person Comment:

Paul Wapnowski
Ed Nieto
Liliana Armenta
Delise Vann
Larry Emerson
Virtual Comment:

Peggy Walker
Becky Rapp
Written Comment:

David Garcia Ozua

6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION

6.1 Introduction of New Hires and Promotions of City Employees

Police Captain Ayedelotte, Acting Deputy City Manager/Assistant Director of Engineering & Public Works Martha Juarez, and Deputy Fire Marshal/Fire Inspector Robert Drew announced new members of department staff.

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7. PRESENTATION (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)

7.1 ARTS Annual Report
Director of Community Development Mike Pacheco introduced A Reason to Survive Advancement Coordinator Jose Lopez, Executive Director Lucy Eagleson, and Sweetwater High School student Sierra Lezama, and Interim Executive Director Olimpia Vázquez Ojeda who provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 6:56 p.m. and returned at 6:58 p.m.

7.2 Union Tower Apartments

Community Development Manager Angelita Palma introduced Wakeland Housing President & CEO Rebecca Louie who provided a PowerPoint presentation.

8. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
Councilmember Yamane reported on Metro Wastewater JPA and announced that the Sweetwater Authority received a $1M grant for project funding.

Councilmember Bush spoke to the upcoming San Diego County Air Pollution Control Board meeting and Metropolitan Transit Systems meetings.

Mayor Morrison provided an update on the SANDAG Planning Committee and spoke to his attendance at SANDAG’s National Association of Regional Councils in Washington, DC.

Vice-Mayor Molina provided an update on the SANDAG Board of Directors Meeting where Transnet bond issuance , performance audit, and ArcGIS were discussed.

Councilmember Rodriguez had no report.

9. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush , seconded by Councilmember Yamane t o approve Consent Calendar Items with the exception of Item 9.2 pulled by Councilmember Bush for discussion.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion.

9.2 Approval of an Agreement Amendment with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Labor Negotiations by Extending the Agreement to February 28, 2026.

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Approved Resolution No. 2026-12.

Acting City Attorney Richard Romero addressed the City Council.

Recommendation: Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Amending the Agreement between the City of National City and Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for Legal Services in the Specialized Area of Labor Negotiations by Extending the Agreement to February 28, 2026.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane , seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by 4-1 vote.

Ayes: Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison
Nays: Bush

9.3 Investment Report for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2025.

Accept and File the Investment Report for the Quarter Ended September 30, 2025.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.4 Investment Transactions for the Month Ended October 31, 2025.

Accept and File the Investment Transaction Ledger for the Month Ended October 31, 2025.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.5 Warrant Register No. 24 for the Period of 12/05/25 through 12/11/25 in the Amount of $1,564,617.44
Ratify Warrants Totaling $1,564,617.44.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9.6 Warrant Register No. 25 for the Period of 12/12/25 through 12/18/25 in the Amount of $3,826,320.19
Ratify Warrants Totaling $3,826,320.19.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

10. STAFF REPORTS

10.1 Interim City Attorney Employment Agreement
Approved Resolution No. 2026-13.

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Acting City Attorney Richard Romero introduced the item.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Appointing Heidi Skinner as Interim City Attorney and Authorizing the Mayor t o Execute an Employment Agreement Between the City of National City and Heidi Skinner Effective February 4, 2026.” ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

10.2 Second Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement (SARA) and Metropolitan Sewerage System Administrative Agreement No. 1.

Approved Resolution Nos. 2026-14 and 2026-15.

Acting Deputy City Manager/Asst. Director Engineering & Public Works M artha Juarez introduced Ardurra representative Carmen Kasner who provided a PowerPoint presentation.

Recommendations: Adopt Resolutions Entitled, 1) “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Approving the Second Amended and Restated Regional Wastewater Disposal Agreement and Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Agreement,”
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Bush to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.
and;
2) “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Approving Administrative Agreement #1 Between the City of San Diego and the Participating Agencies in the Metropolitan Sewerage System for Unified Management of Industrial Waste Discharge Pretreatment and Enhanced Source Control Programs and Authorizing the Mayor to Sign the Agreement”.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane, seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

11. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Acting City Manager Hernandez introduced Acting Finance Director Rachelle Barrera.

12. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT
Closing remarks were provided by members of the City Council.

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13. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Acting City Attorney Richard Romero thanked the Mayor and Council.

14. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 8:06 p.m.

___________________________________
Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk

The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026.

________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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SPECIAL MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

CLOSED SESSION

February 17, 2026, 5:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Bush (arrived at 5:14 p.m.)
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager / Police Chief Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Richard Romero, Assistant City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Alicia Hicks, Human Resources Director
_____________________________________________________________________ 1 CALL TO ORDER
A Special Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 5:06 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Bush (arrived 5:14 p.m.), Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Rodriguez led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. PUBLIC COMMENT (Public Comment will be restricted to Agenda Items Only) In Person Comment: Ed Nieto

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5. CLOSED SESSION
Members retired into Closed Session at 5:11 p.m. and returned at 6:04 p.m. with all members present in attendance: Bush (arrived 5:14 p.m.), Rodriguez, Yamane, Molina, Morrison, Skinner, and Romero.

Staff entered Closed Session at 5:11 p.m. for Item No. 5.1; Hicks, Juarez, and Hernandez.

Interim City Attorney Skinner announced there was no reportable action taken by the City Council.

5.1 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

6. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, February 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 6:06 p.m.

__________________________
Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026. __________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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REGULAR MEETING MINUTES OF THE CITY COUNCIL

February 17, 2026, 6:00 p.m.

City Council Chamber - 1243 National City Boulevard
National City, CA

Present: Councilmember Bush
Councilmember Rodriguez
Councilmember Yamane
Vice-Mayor Molina
Mayor Morrison

Others Present: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Shelley Chapel, City Clerk
Rachelle Barrera, Acting Director of Finance
Pedro Garcia, Economic Development Manager
Danielle Ghio, City Librarian
Alicia Hicks, Director of Human Resources
Tonya Hussain, Deputy City Clerk
Martha Juarez, Acting Deputy City Manager
Steve Manganiello, Director of Engineering/Public Works Sergio Mora, Fire Chief
Mike Pacheco, Director of Community Services
Martin Reeder, Director of Community Development
Chris Sullivan, Police Captain
Ron Williams, IT Manager
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1. CALL TO ORDER
A Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City was called to order at 6:15 p.m. via teleconference and in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

2. ROLL CALL
Councilmembers present: Molina, Rodriguez, Yamane, Bush, Morrison Interpretation in Spanish provided by Carlos Diaz and Luisa Diaz de Leon.

3. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
Councilmember Yamane led the Pledge of Allegiance.

4. INVOCATION
Invocation delivered by Southport Christian Center Pastor Carolyn Nicklos.

Mayor Morrison announced that the meeting would be adjourned in memory of Firefighter Michael Mejia. The Mayor called for a moment of silence in his honor.

Battalion Chief Jeremy Day thanked the City Council for their support.

Mayor Morrison announced the approval of the City’s Balanced Plan by the Board of Port Commissioners.

5. PUBLIC COMMENT
Mayor Morrison summarized the process for acceptance of live public comment allowing two (2) minutes per comment.

Virtual comment:

Judi Strang
Peggy Walker
Barbara Gordon
Madison Rapp
Becky Rapp
Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 6:43 p.m. and returned at 6:47 p.m.

6. PROCLAMATIONS AND RECOGNITION
Mayor Morrison introduced the Proclamation.

6.1 Proclamation - Black History Month
The proclamation was accepted by community members Donny Taylor, Daysha Taylor, and Destiny Taylor.

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Item taken out of order.

9.1 San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Grant
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-18.

PowerPoint presented by Emerge ncy Manager Walter Amedee and Fire Chief Sergio Mora. San Diego Regional Fire Foundation Board Chair Frank Ault and Executive Director Joan Jones addressed the Council.

Councilmember Marcus Bush left the dais at 7:02 p.m. and returned at 7:03 p.m.

Interim City Attorney Heidi Skinner clarified a correction to the funding source, which should read as follows:
#282-70-22-22731-7518 Fire Department San Diego Foundation Grant - Public Safety Equipment (Expenditure) #282-70-22-22731-3464 Fire Department San Diego Foundation Grant - Other Grants (Revenue) #100-70-22-22100-7399 Fire Department - Materials and Supplies (Expense) Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, "Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authori zing the Acceptance of Funds in the Amount of $74,000 from the San Diego Regional Fire Foundation for the National City Fire Department to Purchase Portable Radios and Equipment for the Emergency Operations Center, and Authorizing the Establishment of a Reimbursable Grants City-Wide Fund Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget in the Amount of $74,000.”
ACTION: Motion by Vice-Mayor Molina, seconded by Councilmember Yamane to adopt the resolution.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

7. REGIONAL BOARDS AND COMMITTEE REPORTS (Limited to Five (5) Minutes each)
Councilmember Yamane reported on the water rates of the Sweetwater Authority.

Councilmember Bush provided an update on the Metropolitan Transit System Board and the delay of the pension debt payoff. Councilmember Bush announced the recent appointment of a new Chair of the Air Pollution Control District.

Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 7:10 p.m. and returned at 7:11 p.m.

Vice-Mayor Molina provided an update on the SANDAG Board of Direc tors Meeting and discussed future plans for managed lanes on San Diego’s freeways.

Mayor Morrison spoke to his recent attendance at the National Association of Regional Councils in Washington, D.C. representing SANDAG and to the 2026 CalDesal Annual Conference in Sacramento to discuss water desalination.

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8. CONSENT CALENDAR
ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina to approve Consent Calendar Items with the exception of Items 8.5 pulled by Councilm ember Yamane for discussion and Item 8.6 pulled for public comment.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.1 Approval of Reading by Title Only and Waiver of Reading in Full of Ordinance on this Agenda
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.2 Approval of the City Council Meeting Minutes.

Approve and file.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.3 Authorize the Purchase of a Vactor Truck for the Engineering & Public Works Streets and Wastewater Division
Adopted Resolution No. 2026-16.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving the Formal Bid Process Pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchasing and Authorizing the City to Piggyback onto Sourcewell Contract # 101221-VTR with Vactor Manufacturing for the Purchase of a Vactor 2110 -16” Sewer Cleaner Truck in a Not-to-Exceed Amount of $724,000 for the Public Works Streets and Wastewater Division; 2) Authorizing a Fiscal Year 2026 Budget Adjustment to Transfer $124,000 from the Sewer Fund to the Vehicle Acquisition Fund; and 3) Authorizing the City Manager to Approve Adjustments of up to $72,400 to the Not-to-Exceed Amount for the Purchase as a 10% Contingency for Unforeseen Fluctuations in Pricing.”
Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.4 Execution of a Grant Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration for $144,000 through the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Program.

Adopted Resolution No. 2026-17.

Recommendation: Adopt a Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Grant Agreement with the Federal Highway Administration through the Safe Streets and Roads for All Grant Progra m; 2) Authorizing the Establishment of an

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Engineering Grants Fund Appropriation of $144,000 and Corresponding Revenue Budget; and 3) Committing to Providing a Local Match of $36,000.” Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for discussion.

8.5 Notice of Decision – Planning Commission Approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) for On-Site Beer and Wine Sales at a New Restaurant to be Located at 21 West 7th Street.

Councilmember Yamane discussed the item.

Recommendation: Staff recommends Approval of Be er and Wine Sales for On - Site Consumption (ABC Type -41) at a New Restaurant, Subject to the Recommended Conditions in the Attached Planning Commission Resolution No. 2026-01, and a Determination that the Project is Exempt from CEQA. The Sale of Alcohol is a Conditionally-Allowed Use in Development Zone 1B and would be Accessory to Food Sales at the New Restaurant.

ACTION: Motion by Mayor Morrison, seconded by Councilmember Yamane for the item to return for a Public Hearing at the March 17, 2026 City Council meeting.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Item pulled for public comment.

8.6 Temporary Use Permit – Kimball Park Spring Carnival hosted by Paul Maurer Shows at Kimball Park from Thursday, April 16, 2026, through Sunday, April 19, 2026, with No Waiver of Fees.

Public comment received from Tom Brown and Brian Clapper.

Recommendation: Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit Subject to Compliance with all Conditions of Approval with No Waiver of Fees and in Accordance with City Council Policy 802.

ACTION: Motion by Councilmember Yamane , seconded by Councilmember Rodriguez for staff to hold discussions with the applicant and for the item to return at the March 3, 2026 Council meeting for City Council discussion.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.7 Temporary Use Permit – Circus Vargas event sponsored by Circus Vargas from February 20, 2026 to March 9, 2026 at the Westfield Plaza Bonita Mall with No Waiver of Fees.

Approve the Application for a Temporary Use Permit Subject to Compliance with all Conditions of Approval with No Waiver of Fees and in Accordance with City Council Policy 802.

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Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.8 Warrant Register No. 26 for the Period of 12/19/25 through 12/25/25 in the Amount of $1,175,968.21
Ratify Warrants Totaling $1,175,968.21.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

8.9 Warrant Register No. 27 for the Period of 12/26/25 through 1/1/26 in the Amount of $3,125,497.30
Ratify Warrants Totaling $3,125,497.30.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

9. STAFF REPORTS
Councilmember Bush left the dais at 7:42 p.m. and returned at 7:44 p.m.

9.2 2026 Strategic Plan Presentation
Councilmember Rodriguez left the dais at 8:21 p.m. and returned at 8:22 p.m.

Acting City Manager Ale jandro Hernandez introduced the item. Staff and Department Directors provided a PowerPoint presentation and overview of strategic plans for all City departments.

ACTION: Councilmember Bush, seconded by Vice-Mayor Molina moved to accept the current strategic plan.

Motion carried by unanimous vote.

Vice-Mayor Molina left the dais at 8:46 p.m. and returned at 8:47 p.m.

10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
Acting City Manager Hernandez provided closing comments.

11. ELECTED OFFICIALS REPORT

11.1 Consideration of the Creation of a Homeownership Sub-Committee – “Our Future is Homeownership.”
Councilmember Yamane and Councilmember Rodriguez introduced the item.

Staff Recommends that the City Council:

1. Discuss the Proposal to Create a Homeownership Sub-Committee; and

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2. Provide Direction Regarding the Formation, Scope, Composition, and Term of the Proposed Sub-Committee.

City Council appointed an Ad Hoc committee consisting of Councilmember Yamane and Councilmember Rodriguez and for the Sub -Committee to provide a scope and return to the City Council at a future City Council meeting.

Councilmembers provided closing remarks.

12. CITY ATTORNEY REPORT
Mayor Morrison introduced Interim City Attorney Skinner who announced that there was no reportable action on Closed Session Item No. 5.1.

5.1 PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT
Government Code Section 54957(b)(1)
Position: City Manager

13. ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Morrison adjourned the meeting in honor of Firefighter Michael Mejia to the Regular Meeting of the City Council of the City of National City, Tuesday, March 3, 2026, 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chamber, located in City Hall, 1243 National City Boulevard, National City, California.

The meeting adjourned at 9:13 p.m.

___________________________________
Tonya Hussain, CMC, Deputy City Clerk

The foregoing minutes were approved at the Regular Meeting of March 17, 2026.

________________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: City Attorney's Office
Prepared by: Heidi A. Skinner, Interim City Attorney
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Approval of an Amendment to the Agreement with Civica Law Group, APC, for Legal Services in Connection with a Specific Code Enforcement Litigation by Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $ 500,000.

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled, “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing an Amendment to the Agreement between the City of National City and Civica Law Group, APC , for Legal S ervices in the Specialized Area of Co de Enforcement by Increasing the Not-to-Exceed Amount by $425,000, for a New Total Not -to-Exceed Amount of $500,000.”

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

Civica Law Group, APC, is a law firm that specializes in code enforcement legal services including receiverships, nuisance abatements and cost recovery.

On February 20, 2024, with City Council approval, the City entered into an Agreement with Civica Law Group, APC, to provide specialized services in Code Enforcement including receiverships, nuisance abatements and cost recovery, and provide support on other matters as assigned for a not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 per case.

Civica Law Group, APC, has been retained to handle litigation in the case titled The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc., et al . The litigation is still ongoing and, to ensure continued representation by Civica Law Group, APC , in the litigation , City staff recommends amending the existing Agreement as it pertains to the litigation to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $425,000, for a new total not-to- exceed amount of $500,000.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

There are no additional appropriations being requested at this time. The City Attorney’s Office is in the process of assessing their Maintenance & Operations needs for the remainder of the fiscal year and will bring recommendations for budget adjustments to the City Council in April.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Not Applicable

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ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Agreement
Exhibit B – Amendment
Exhibit C – Resolution

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0 AGREEMENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES

BY AND BETWEEN

THE CITY OF NATINAL CITY
AND

CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC
THIS AGREEMENTENT FOR LEGAL SERVICES ( the " Agreement") is made as of then day of February, 2024 between THE CITY OF NATIONALNAL CITY, a municipal corporation, ( the CITY") and CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC, ( the " FIRM"). This Agreement setsforth the parties' mutual understanding concerning legal services to be provided by the FIRM and the fee arrangement for said services.

Article 1. Retain_. The CITY hereby retains the FIRM to assist in representing the CITY in connection with receivership, nuisance abatement, and code enforcement legal services in order to rehabilitate dangerous nuisance properties in the CITY, to prevent the spread of blight, to enforce the CITY' s municipal codes, and to protect the health and safetyof the community, subject to this Agreement.

Article 2. Effective Date and Term. This Agreement shall be effective on the date fully executed and continue until written notice of cancellation, This Agreement may be terminated at any time by either party with sixty days' written notice to the other. Notice of termination by the FIRM shall be given to the City Attorney, Article 3 Scope of Services., The CITY shall have the right in its sole discretion to determine the particular services to be performed by the FIRM under this Agreement. These services may include the following: administrative, criminal, and civil nuisance abatement, code enforcement, and police services legal services, and support on other matters as assigned " LEGAL SERVICES"). It isexpectedthattheFIRMwill workwith theCityAttorneyandCITY staff.

Article 4. Compensation. Compensation paid under this Agreement shall be a blended hourly rate of $ 295 for attorneys and $ 180 for paralegals and law clerks.

A. The FIRM shall not use more than one attorney for the same specific task without the CITY' s approval. The FIRM may use the minimum number of attorneys for this engagement consistent with good professional practice after consulting with and obtaining approval by the CITY.

B. The FIRM agrees to document a plan and budget consistent with the scope of services described above in Article 3 to be agreed to by the City Attorney and the FIRM. The CITY shall not be obligated to pay the FIRM amounts not discussed, budgeted, and agreed to beforebeingincurredby the FIRM.

C. The CITY has appropriated or otherwise duly authorized the payment of a amount not to exceed $ 75, 000. 00 per case for LEGAL SERVICES and out- of- pocket disbursements pursuant to . this Agreement. In no event shall the total fees plus out-of- pocket disbursements exceed this amount without written authorization of the CITY. 2021 Agreement
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D. The FIRM shall keep the CITY advised monthly as to the level of attorney hours and client services performed under Article 1. The FIRM will not charge the CITY for travel time; however, the FIRM may charge for work performed for the CITY during any travel time, E. The CITY further agrees to reimburse the FIRM; in accordance with the procedures setforth in this Article, for telephone, fax, mail, messengers, federal express deliveries, document reproduction, client - requested clerical overtime, lodging, and similar out-of-pocket expenses charged by the FIRM as a standard practice to its clients generally, with the exception of travel and meals. In any billing for disbursements, the FIRM shall provide the CITY with a statement breaking down the amounts by category of expense. The following items shall not be reimbursed, unless the CITY has specifically agreed otherwise:
1) Word Processing, clerical or secretarial charges, whether expressed as a dollar disbursement or time charge.
2) Storage of open or closedfiles, rent, electricity, local telephone, postage, receipts or transmissionof telecopierdocuments, or any other items traditionallyassociated with overhead. 3)
Photocopy charges in excessof $. 1 ( fifteencents) per page. 4) Auto mileagerates in excessof the rate approvedby the InternalRevenue Service for incometax purposes. 5)
Secretarial overtime. Where case requirementsdemand overtime, the CITY will considerreimbursement on a case -by - casebasis. The CITY will not reimburseovertime incurred for the convenienceof the FIR. l ' S failureto meetdeadlinesknown in advance. 6) Equipment, books, periodicals, research materials, Westlaw Lexis or like items. 7)
Express charges, overnight grail charges, messenger services or the like, withoutthe CITY' S priorconsent. The CITY expects these expensesto be incurredin emergency situations only. Where case necessityrequires the use of theseservices, the CITYwill consider reimbursementon a case -by - casebasis, 8)
Travel and meals. 9)
Late paymentcharge or interest. Due to the natureof the CITY'S payment process, the CITY will not pay any late chargesor interestcharges to bills. Every effort will be madeto pay bills promptly. F.

Bills from the FIRMshould be submittedto BarryJ. Schultz, City Attorney, 1243 NationalCity Boulevard, National City, CA 91950-4301. The individualtime and disbursement records customarily maintained by the FIRM for billingevaluationand reviewpurposes shall be madeavailableto theCITYin supportof billsrenderedby theFIRM. G.

The FIRM agrees to forwardto theCITYa statementof accountfor eachone - month period of servicesunder this Agreement, and the CITY agrees to compensatethe FIRMon this basis. The FIRM will consultmonthly with the CITY as to the numberof attorneyhours and clientdisbursementswhich have been incurredto dateunder this Agreement, and as to futureexpected levels of hoursand disbursements. 2021
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H. Billing Format, Each billing entry must be complete, discrete and appropriate.
1) Complete.
a) Each entry must name the person or persons involved. For instance, telephone calls must include the names of all participants. b) The date the work was performed must be included.
c) The hours should be billed in . 10 hour increments.
d) The specific task performed should be described, and the related work product should be reference " telephone call re: trial brief," " interview in preparation for deposition".
e) The biller' s professional capacity ( partner, associate,:
paralegal, etc.) should be included.
2) Discrete: Each task must be set out as a discrete billing entry; neither narrative nor block billing is acceptable.
3) Appropriate.
a) The CITY does not pay for clerical support, administrative costs, overhead costs, outside expenses or excessive expenses. For example, the CITY will not pay for secretarial time, word processing time, air conditioning, rental of equipment, including computers, meals served at meetings, postage, online research, or the overhead costs of sending or receiving faxes. Neither will the CITY pay for outside expensessuch as messengerdelivery fees, outside photocopying, videotaping of depositions, investigative services, outside computer litigation support services, or overnight mail.
b) Due to the nature ofthe CITY' S payment process, the CITY will not pay any late charges. Every effort will be made to pay bills promptly.

I. Staffing. Every legal matter should havea primarily responsibleattorney and a paralegal assigned. Ultimately, staffing is a CITY decision, and the CITY may review staffingto insurethat it is optimal to achievethe goalsof the engagementat the leastcost. 1) Paralegals are to be used to the maximum extent possible to enhance efficiency and cost- effectiveness. All tasks typically considered associate work should be considered for assignment to a paralegal. Written authorization from the CITY must be had before associatehoursbilled exceedparalegalhoursbilled.
2) Once an attorney is given primary responsibility for an engagement, that person shouldcontinueon the legal matter until the matteris concludedor the attorneyleaves the FIRM. The CITY will not pay the costsof bringinga newattorneyup to speed. 3) If morethan one attorney is goingto performthe sane task, prior approval from the CITY must be had. This includesdocument review. 2021 AgreeineiitLegal
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Article 5. Independent Contractor. The FIRM shall perform services as an independent contractor. it is understood that this contract is for unique professional services.

Accordingly, the duties specified in this Agreement may not be assigned or delegatedby the FIRM without prior written consent of the CITY. Retention of the FIRM is based on the particular professional expertise of the individuals rendering the services required in the Scope ofServices.

Article 6. Confidentiality of Work. All work performed by the FIRM including but not limited to all drafts, data, correspondence, proposals, reports, and estimates compiled or composed by the FIRM pursuant to this Agreement is for the sole use of the CITY. All such work product shall be confidential and not released to any third party without the prior -written consent of the CITY.

Article . Compliance with Controlling La. The FIRM shall comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, regulations, and policies of the federal, state, and local governments as they pertain to this Agreement. In addition, the FIRM shall comply immediately with any and all directives issued by the CITY or its authorized representatives under authority of any laws statutes, ordinances, rules, or regulations. The laws of the State of California shall govern and control the terms and conditions of this Agreement.

Article 8. Acceptability of Work. The CITY shall decide any and all questions which may arise as to the quality or acceptability of the services performed and the manner of performance, the acceptable completion of this Agreement and the amount of compensation due.

If the FIRM and the CITY cannot agree to the quality or acceptability of the work, the manner of performance, or the compensation payable to the FIRM in this Agreement, the CITY or the FIRM shall give to the other written notice. Within ten 0 business days, the FIRM and the CITY shall each prepare a report which supports their position and file the same with the other party. The CITY shall, with reasonable diligence, determine the quality or acceptability of the work, the manner of performance or the compensation payable to the FIIN4.

Article 9. Indemnification. The CITY shall indemnify, defend, and hold the FIRM harmless for any claims, actions, liabilities, or losses by any third parties arising out of any work performed by the FIRIVI for the CITY the same as the CITY would for CITY employees. This indemnity is intended to protect the FIRM from lawsuits that are filed by third - parties against public agencies, such as the CITY, especially in nuisance abatement matters, where representatives ofthose public agencies are often named despite only being involved within their official capacity as agents of those public agencies. The FIRM shall indemnify, defend, and hold the CITY harmless from and against any claims, actions, liabilities, or losses by any third - parties arising out of the FIRM' s professional liability obligations to the CITY, including payment of all attorney's fees, consultant' s fees, and other expenses to investigate the professional liability, as well as the quality of work performed by the FIRM for the CITY in prosecuting lawsuits, and otherwise providing those services described in this Agreement to the CITY.

Article 10. Insurance. The FIRM, at its sole cost and expense, shall purchase and maintain throughout the terra of this Agreement, the following insurance policies:
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A. Professional Liability Insurance ( errors and omissions) with minimum limits of $ 1,000,000 per claim.

B. Automobile Insurance covering all bodily injury and property damage incurred during the performance of this Agreement, with a minimum coverage of $ 1, 000, 000 combined single limit per accident. Such automobile insurance shall include owned, non - owned, and hired vehicles. The policy shall name the CITY and its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers as additional insureds, and a separateadditional insuredendorsementshall beprovided.

C. Commercial General Liability Insurance, with minimum limits of either 2, 000, 000 per occurrence and $ 4, 000MOO aggregate, or $ 1, 000, 000 per occurrence and 2, 000, 000 aggregate with a $ 2, 000, 000 umbrella policy, covering all bodily injury and property damage arising out of its operations, work, or performance under this Agreement. The policy shall name the CITY and its officers, agents, employees, and volunteers as additional insureds, and a separate additional insured endorsement shall be provided. The general aggregatelimit must apply solely to the " location". The " location" should be noted with specificity on an endorsement that shallbeincorporatedintothepolicy.

D. Workers' Compensation Insurance in an amount sufficient to meet statutory requirements covering all of I M' S employees and employers' liability insurance with limits of at least $ 1. ,000,$1, 000,000 per accident. In addition, the policy shall be endorsed with a waiver of subrogation in favor of the CITY. Said endorsement shall be provided prior to commencement ofworkunder this Agreement. E.

The aforesaidpolicies shall constituteprimary insurance as to the CITY, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers, so that any other policies held by theCITYshall not contribute ute to any loss undersaid insurance. Said policiesshall providefor thirtydays prior written notice to the Mrs Risk Manager, at the addresslisted in subsectionG below, of cancellation or materialchange. F.

If requiredinsurance coverage is providedon a " claimsmade" rather than occurrence" form, the FIRM shall maintainsuch insurancecoverage for threeyears after expiration of the term ( and any extensions) of thisAgreement. In addition, the " retro" date must be on or beforethe dateof thisAgreement. shall
be: G.

The CertificateHolder for all policiesof insurancerequired by thisSectionCity ofNationalCity c/
o RiskManager1243
NationalCity BoulevardNational
City, CA 919 0- 4 97 H.

Insurance shall be writtenwith only insurersauthorizedto conductbusinessin Californiathat hold a currentpolicy holder' s alphabeticand financialsize categoryrating of notless than A: VII accordingto the currentBest' s KeyRatingGuide, or a companyof equalfinancial2021 AgreementLegal
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stability that is approved by the CITY' S Risk Manager. In the event coverage is provided by non - admitted " surplus lines" carriers, they must be included on the most recent List of Approved Surplus Line Insurers (" LASLI") and otherwise meet rating requirements.

This Agreement shall not tale effect until certificate( s) or other sufficient proof that these insurance provisions have been complied with, are filed with and approved by the CITY' S Risk Manager. If the FIRM does not keep all insurance policies required by this Article 10 in full force and effect at all times during the term ofthis Agreement, the CITY may treat the failure to maintain the requisite insurance as a breach of this Agreement and terminate the Agreement asprovided herein.

J. All deductibles and self - insured retentions in excess of $ 10, 000 must be disclosed to and approved by the CITY. CITY reserves the right to modify the insurance requirements of this Article 10, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances,
K. If the FIRM maintains broader coverage or higher limits ( or both) than the minimum limits shown above, the CITY shall be entitled to the broader coverage or higher limits or both) maintained by the FIRM. Any available insurance proceeds in excess of the specified minimum limits of insurance and coverage shall be available to the CITY.

Article 11. Drug' Free Work Place. The FIRM agrees to comply with the CITY' S Drug -Free Workplace requirements. Every person awarded a contract by the CITY for the provision of services shall certify to the CITY that it will provide a drug -free workplace. Any subcontract entered into by the FIRM pursuant to this Agreement shall contain this provision.

Article 12. Non - Discrimination Provisions. The FIRM shall not discriminate against any subcontractor, vendor, employee or applicant for employment because of age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, physical handicap, or medical condition. The FIRM will take positive action to insure that applicants are employed without regard to their age, race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, physical handicap, or medical condition. Such action shall include but not be limited to the following: employment, upgrading, demotion, transfer, recruitment or recruitment advertising, layoff or termination, rates of pay or other forams of compensation, and selection for training, including apprenticeship, The FIRM agrees to post in conspicuous places available to employees and applicants for employment any notices provided by the CITY setting forth the provisions of this non- discrimination clause.

Article 13. Notification of Chan I e in Forth. The FIRM has the right to effect changes in form including but not limited to: the change in form from. a partnership to a professional law corporation; the change in form of any partner or partners from an individual or individuals to a professional law corporation; the change in form of any corporate partner or partners to any individual partners. The CITY shall be promptly notified in writing of any change in form.

Article 1. Notices. In all cases where written notice is to be given under this Agreement, service shall be deemed sufficient if said notice is deposited in the United States mail, 2021 Agreement
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postage paid. Whensogiven, suchnoticeshallbeeffectivefromthedateof mailingofthenotice. Unless otherwiseprovided by noticein writingfromthe respectiveparties, notice to the Agencyshallbe addressedto: City Attorney
City of
1ationl City 1243National
City Boulevard NationalCity,
CA 1 5 -- 397cc: Executive
Assistant to the CityAttorneyCity of
NationalCity1243 National
City BoulevardNationalCity,
CA 91 - 3 7 andto:
attorney( Einationalcityca.gov loahm c ?
iiationalcitvca. ov Notice to
the FIRMshallbe addressedto: Chief operating
OfficerCivica Law
Group, APC4000 Barranca
ParkwayIr-- v°
ine. CA604 and to:
msilverc' _civicalaw corn hneoretercD, civicalaw.
com Nothing contained
in this Agreementshallpreclude or render inoperativeserviceor such noticein the mannerprovidedby law. Article15.

AdministrativeProvisions. A. Time
of Essence. Timeis of the essencefor each provisionof this Agreement. B.

COlinierparts.

This Agreement may be executedin multiple counterparts, each of which shallhe deemedan original. but all of which. together, shall constitutebut one andthe same instrument. C. Headings.

Any captions to, or headingsof, the sectionsor subsectionsof this AgTeement are solely for the convenienceof the partieshereto, are not a part of this Areement, and shall not be used, forthe interpretationor determinationof the validityof this A; eement or any provisionhereof. 2021 Agreement
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D. Cjf Law. This Agreement shall be construed and interpreted in accordance with the laws of the State of California. The venue for any legal action arising under this Agreement shall be in either state or federal court in the County of San Diego, State of California.

E. Integrated A_greement. This Agreement including attachments and exhibits contains all ofthe agreements ofthe parties and all prior negotiations and agreements are merged in this Agreement. This Agreement cannot be amended or modified except by written agreement, and mutually agreed upon by the CITY and the FIRM.

F. Severability. The unenforceability, invalidity, or illegality of any provision of this Agreement shall not render the other provisions unenforceable, invalid, or illegal.

G. Waiver. The failure of the CITY to enforce a particular condition or provision of this Agreementshall not constitutea waiver of that condition or provision or its enforceability.

H. Conflict qfI e e . During the terra of this Agreement, the FIRM shall not perform services ofany kind for any person or entity whose interests conflict in any way with those of the CITY. This prohibition shall not preclude the CITY from expressly agreeing to a waiver of a potential conflict of interest under certain circumstances.

No Obligations to Third Parties. Except as otherwise expressly provided herein, the execution and delivery ofthis Agreementshall not bedeemedto confer anyrights upon, or obligate any of the parties hereto, to any peon or entity other than the parties hereto.

J. Exhibits and Schedules. The Exhibits and Schedules attached hereto are hereby incorporated herein by this reference for all purposes. To the extent any exhibits, schedules, or provisions thereof conflict or are inconsistent with the terms and conditions contained in this Agreement, the terms and conditions ofthis Agreement shall control.

K. Construction. The parties acknowledge and agree that i each party is of equal bargaining strength, ( ii) each party has actively participated in the drafting, preparation and negotiation of this Agreement, and ( iii) any rule or construction to the effect that ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting party shall not apply in the interpretation of this Agreement, or any portions hereof, or any amendments hereto.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement on the date and year first above written.
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FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT

BY AND BETWEEN

THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY
AND

CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC

THIS FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT is entered into this ___ day of March, 2026 , by and between the CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, a municipal corporation (“CITY”), and CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC (“FIRM”).

RECITALS

WHEREAS, the CITY and the FIRM entered into an agreement on February 20, 2024 (the “Agreement”), wherein the FIRM agreed to provide specialized legal services in connection with nuisance abatement, receiverships, and code enforcement for a not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 per case; and

WHEREAS, the FIRM represents the CITY in the case titled The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc. , et al. (the “Litigation”), and has provided legal services associated with the Litigation; and

WHEREAS, the Litigation is still ongoing and, based on the FIRM’s performance and quality of work, and to ensure continuation of legal services associated with the Litigation up to, and including at trial , the CITY desires to have FIRM continue providing such spe cialized legal services for the CITY, and the FIRM is willing to perform such services; and

WHEREAS, the parties desire to amend the Agreement to increase the not -to-exceed amount for the Litigation by $425,000, for a total not-to-exceed amount of $500,000.00.

AGREEMENT

NOW, THEREFORE, the parties hereto agree that:

1. The February 20, 2026 Agreement is hereby amended to increase the not-to-exceed amount by $425,000, for a total not -to-exceed amount of $ 500,000, for services pertaining to the case titled The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc., et al.

2. The parties further agree that, with the foregoing exceptions, each and every other term and provision of the February 20, 2024 Agreement shall remain in full force and effect.

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IN WITNESS WHEREOF , the parties hereto have executed this First Amendment to the Agreement on the date and year first above written.

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY

By:
__________________________
Ron Morrison, Mayor

APPROVED AS TO FORM:

By:
____________________________
Heidi Skinner
Interim City Attorney

CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC

By:
______________________________
(Name)

______________________________
(Print)

______________________________
(Title)

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY , CALIFORNIA,

AUTHORIZING AN AMENDMENT TO THE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF

NATIONAL CITY AND CIVICA LAW GROUP, APC, FOR LEGAL SERVICES IN THE

SPECIALIZED AREA OF CODE ENFORCEMENT BY INCREASING THE NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT BY $425,000, FOR A NEW TOTAL NOT-TO-EXCEED AMOUNT OF $500,000.

WHEREAS, on February 20, 2024, the City of National City ( “City”) entered into an agreement with Civica Law Group, APC (“Civica”) to represent the City in connection with nuisance abatement, receiverships, and code enforcement matters, for a not-to-exceed amount of $75,000 per case (the “Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, Civica represents the City in the case titled The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc. , et al. (the “Litigation”) , and has provided legal services associated with the Litigation including drafting and responding to pleadings, discovery, motions, site inspections, and related trial work; and
WHEREAS, the Litigation is still ongoing and, as a result, the parties desire to amend the Agreement by increasing the not-to-exceed amount for the Litigation by $425,000, for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $500,000 , to ensure continued legal representation for the City up to, and through, trial and appeals, if any.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the Mayor to execute an amendment, attached as Exhibit B to the Agenda Report, to the February 20, 2024 Agreement between the City of National City and C ivica Law Group, APC to increase the not -to-exceed amount by $425,000, for a new total not-to-exceed amount of $500,000, as it pertains to services for the case titled The People of the State of California, by and through the City of National City, et al. v. Kabeer Investments Group, Inc., et al..

Section 2: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 17th day of March, 2026.

Ron Morrison, Mayor
ATTEST:

Shelley Chapel, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Library
Prepared by: Danielle Ghio, Director of Library Services Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

California State Library Lunch at the Library Grant Funds Acceptance

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt the Resolution Entitled “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, Authorizing the City Manager or Designee to Accept the California State Library Grant in the Amount of $ 6,428 to Fund the National City Public Library’s Lunch at the Library Program for Summer 2026, and Authorizing the Establishment of a Library Grants Fund Appropriation and Corresponding Revenue Budget in the Amount of $6,428.”

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Approved by the Board of Library Trustees at the Regular Meeting of March 4, 2026.

EXPLANATION:

The National City Public Library began a Lunch at the Library pilot program in 2024 to support providing summer meals to children and youth. The program was successful and a second grant in the amount of $6,138 was received the following year. The focus of the program is to provide summer meal sites with learning and enrichment opportunities and wraparound community services in conjunction with meals.

The National City Public Library will again partner with Heaven’s Windows, a non -profit whose mission is to aid struggling families, seniors, homeless individuals with free groceries and children with free meals when school is not in session. Heaven’s Window will supply, deliver, and serve nutritious meals to children up to 18 years of age over the course of 10 weeks in the summer.

The California State Library grant is designed to establish summer meal sites that also provide programming, farm-to-table resources, and enrichment activities, and develop and build local and regional networks to conn ect families with nutritious summer meals to reduce summer hunger.

This opportunity supports libraries in implementing innovative and often larger -scale efforts to connect more children, teens, and families with nutritious meals during the summer.

The California State Library Summer 2026 grant of $6,428 will be awarded in one installment.

Funds will pay for enrichment activities, marketing, instructional materials, and supplies.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Approval of the Resolution would authorize the establishment of a Library Grants Fund (Fund 320) appropriation of $6,428 in account no. 320-50-41-41411-7399- (Materials and Supplies) and a corresponding revenue budget in account no. 320-50-41-41411-3463- (Other State Grants).

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RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Parks, Recreation and Library

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA , and is therefore , not subject to environmental review.

CCR15378; PRC 21065.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A - California State Library Award Letter
Exhibit B - Resolution

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In Process

Library – Courts Building 916-323-9759
P.O. Box 942837 [email protected]
Sacramento, CA 94237-0001 www.library.ca.gov

January 27, 2026

Danielle Ghio, Director of Library Services
National City Public Library
1401 National City Blvd
National City, CA 91950

Dear Director of Library Services Danielle Ghio:

We are pleased to approve the grant application for the LATL Summer 2026 project for a total of $6,428 in state grant funds. National City Public Library will receive $6,428 of the award upon execution and approval of the grant agreement, certification, and claim forms.

Hard copies of this correspondence will not follow. Keep the entirety of the correspondence for your files and consider these award materials your original documents.

This grant is governed by the attached Grant Agreement and Certification of Compliance, which includes the project period, reporting requirements, and payment schedule. Your approved budget is attached and can also be found in our grant management system. Login to view and manage your grant here: www.gotomygrants.com.

Please sign the claim and certification forms at the back of your award packet using the DocuSign system. Should you have any questions regarding the use of DocuSign please contact your grant monitor.

Upon receipt of a completed claim form that is free of errors or inaccurate information, the State Library processes it for routing to the Office of the State Controller which ultimately issues the check. The total time for the claim form to be processed, routed, payment issued, and mailed can be up to eight weeks, but is often a shorter timeframe. If you still have not received payment after eight weeks, please contact your grant monitor.

The Grant Monitor assigned to your project is Robyn McCreight. Robyn is available to assist you throughout the year and can be reached via email at [email protected]. Please stay in touch with your Grant Monitor throughout the award period. Read the enclosed award packet thoroughly and contact your Grant Monitor if you have any questions.

Best wishes for a successful project.

Respectfully yours,

Greg Lucas
California State Librarian

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In Process
Library – Courts Building 916-323-9759
P.O. Box 942837 [email protected]
Sacramento, CA 94237-0001 www.library.ca.gov

THE BASICS – YOUR GRANT AWARD
The following provides all the basic information about your grant and managing your grant.

Award #: LATL25-42A
Library/Organization: National City Public Library
Project Title: LATL Summer 2026
Award Amount: $6,428
Start Date: February 1, 2026
End Date: January 31, 2027
Please understand that it can take from six to eight weeks before grant funds are delivered.

If you have not received your payment after eight weeks, please contact your grant monitor.

REPORTING
Lunch at the Library participants are required to provide financial and narrative reports as outlined in the grant terms and conditions (May 30, 2026, August 30, 2026, November 30, 2026, and Outputs Forms and Outcomes Surveys due September 10, 2026); final financial and narrative reports by February 28, 2027; and updates upon request. Reports will be submitted to the grant management system here: www.gotomygrants.com.

PAYMENTS
Please note this clarification regarding payments. Grant payments will be made based on the payment schedule laid out in the Grant Term and Award Documentation. See item 41 in the Terms and Conditions to view the payment schedule for your grant.

CONTACT
We want your project to be successful. Please work with the grant monitor and project consultant in implementing your project:

Grant Monitor: Robyn McCreight
Monitor Phone Number: 916-603-6716
Monitor Email Address: [email protected]
Project Consultant Kaela Villalobos
Consultant Email Address [email protected]

Cc:

Kimberly Stephenson, [email protected]
Robyn McCreight, [email protected]
Kaela Villalobos, [email protected]
[email protected]

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RESOLUTION NO. 2026 -

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY , CALIFORNIA,

AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR DESIGNEE TO ACCEPT THE CALIFORNIA STATE LIBRARY GRANT IN THE AMOUNT OF $ 6,428 TO FUND THE NATIONAL CITY PUBLIC LIBRARY’S LUNCH AT THE LIBRARY PROGRAM FOR SUMMER 2026, AND AUTHORIZING

THE ESTABLISHMENT OF A LIBRARY GRANTS FUND APPROPRIATION AND CORRESPONDING REVENUE BUDGET IN THE AMOUNT OF $6,428

WHEREAS, the California State Library grant is designed to establish summer meal sites that also provide programming, farm to table resources, enrichment activities and develop and build local and regional networks to connect families with nutritious summer meals to reduce summer hunger. This opportunity supports libraries in implementing innovative and often larger- scale efforts to connect more children, teens, and families with nutritious meals during the summer; and

WHEREAS, the National City Public Library began a Lunch at the Library pilot program in 2024 which supports providing summer meals to children and youth. The focus of the program is to provide summer meal sites with learning and enrichment opportunities and wraparound community services in conjunction with meals; and

WHEREAS, the National City Public Library was awarded $6,428 from the California State Library to fund a Lunch at the Library program in Summer 2026 for our community residents.

NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, CALIFORNIA, DOES RESOLVE, DECLARE, DETERMINE, AND ORDER AS FOLLOWS:

Section 1: That the City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager or designee to accept grant funds in the amount of $6,428 from the California State Library to fund the National City Public Library’s Lunch at the Library Program for Summer 2026 and authorizes the establishment of a Library Grant Fund appropriation and corresponding revenue budget in the amount of $6,428.

Section 2: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and enter it into the book of original Resolutions.

PASSED and ADOPTED this 17th day of March, 2026.

Ron Morrison, Mayor
ATTEST:

Shelley Chapel, MMC, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Heidi Skinner, Interim City Attorney

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AGENDA REPORT

Department: Information Technology
Prepared by: Ron Williams, IT Manager
Meeting Date: Tuesday, March 17, 2026
Approved by: Alejandro Hernandez, Acting City Manager

SUBJECT:

Citywide Sharp Multi-Function Device Lifecycle Replacement

RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution Entitled: “Resolution of the City Council of the City of National City, California, 1) Waiving the Formal Bid Process pursuant to National City Municipal Code Section 2.60.260 Regarding Cooperative Purchas ing and Authorizing the City to Piggyback onto the National Association of State Procurement Officials (NASPO) ValuePoint Master Agreement #188627 through the State of California Participating Addendum #7 -24-70-46-07 with Sharp Business Systems, a Division of Sharp Electronics Corporation, for the Lease and Maintenance of Twenty- four Multi -Function Devices ; and 2) Authorizing the City Manager to Execute All Documents Related to the Lease and Maintenance of the Sharp Multi-function Devices.”

BOARD/COMMISSION/COMMITTEE PRIOR ACTION:

Not Applicable.

EXPLANATION:

The City of National City’s current fleet of twenty multi-function copiers was acquired in 2018 and has exceeded its useful life. At the time of purchase, the devices met the City’s needs for printing, copying, scanning, and faxing. As time has progressed, print volumes and digital workflow demands have increased , and the need for copiers has grown to twenty -four. With those demands, cybersecurity requirements have also increased. Security features on newer devices, such as advanced data encryption and enhanced network monitoring, reduce the risk of data breaches and non-compliance across the organization.

The annual cost for the new fleet consists of $37,116 in lease payments ($3,093 per month) plus maintenance and metering charges (approximately $5,200 per month) based on monthly per- page volume and print type for a five-year term. The per-page rates are $0.00490 for black-and- white and $0.04900 for color prints.

In order to expedite product delivery and take advantage of competitive pricing, staff has identified an opportunity for the City of National City to piggyback onto the NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement #188627 through the State of California Participating Addendum # 7-24-70-46-07 with Sharp Business Systems , a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation , to allow for the lease- purchase.

NCMC Section 2.60.260 provides authority to the purchasing agent to join with other public jurisdictions to take advantage of cooperative purchasing opportunities, including but not limited to any federal, state or local agency pricing program or structure that is determined by the purchasing agent to allow a procurement in the best interest of the City.

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The purchasing agent may buy directly from a vendor at a price established through competitive bidding by another public agency whose procedures have been determined by the purchasing agent to be in substantial compliance with the City's procurement procedures, irrespective of the contracting limits of that jurisdiction or agency, even if the City had not initially joined with that public agency in the cooperative purchase.

National City’s Purchasing staff has confirmed that the NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement # 188627 with Sharp Electronics Corporation was competitively bid through a Request for Proposals (RFP) process, and that the NASPO procurement procedures are in substantial compliance with those of National City.

Therefore, staff requests that the City Council adopt the resolution as stated.

FINANCIAL STATEMENT:

Appropriations for the acquisition of the multi -function copiers are available in the Information Technology Maintenance & Operations Fund budget in account no. 629-10-13-13600-7268.

RELATED CITY COUNCIL 2020-2025 STRATEGIC PLAN GOAL:

Communication and Outreach

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

This is not a project under CEQA and is therefore not subject to environmental review.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION:

The Agenda Report was posted at least 72 hours before the Regular Meeting date and time, and 24 hours before a Special Meeting in accordance with the Ralph M. Brown Act.

ORDINANCE:

Not Applicable

EXHIBITS:

Exhibit A – Maintenance Agreement
Exhibit B – Lease Purchase Agreement
Exhibit C – Amendment to Lease-Purchase Amendment
Exhibit D – NASPO Master Agreement # 188627
Exhibit E – Participating Addendum # 7-24-70-46-07
Exhibit F – Resolution

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STATE STATE ZIP CODE
CA CA 91950

POOL BILLING
Base Charge
Included in
Lease

CATEGORY FREQUENCY FREQUENCY
BW Quarterly
COLOR Quarterly
BW Quarterly
COLOR Quarterly
BW Quarterly
COLOR Quarterly

QUANTITY RATE QUANTITY RATE
POOL BW Start
Meter
Color Start
Meter

AUTHORIZATION
Sharp Authorization DATE

AUTHORIZED CUSTOMER PRINTED NAME

AUTHORIZED CUSTOMER SIGNATURE DATE
X
Customer has declined maintenance coverage at this time. The customer understands obtaining maintenance coverage later may incur charges in addition to the normal maintenance charges and has been informed as to the current time and material billing rates.

BP-71C55 POLICE ADMINISTRATION (PD)
BP-71C31 POLICE REPORT WRITING (PD)
I have read and understand our obligations under the terms and conditions stated herein, and on the reverse side thereof, as the only agreement pertaining to the equipment hereunder. No other agreements apply unless expressly noted on the face of this agreement or in the contracts specified above. I understand all meter counts are based on 8.5 X 11 (minimum) single sided images unless otherwise noted.

THIS AGREEMENT SHALL NOT BE EFFECTIVE UNLESS SIGNED BY THE CUSTOMER AND SBS CONTRACT MANAGEMENT Maintenance Agreement contracts are non-refundable, non-transferable, and non- cancelable. Price does not include applicable taxes. Sharp Business Systems is a division of Sharp Electronics Corporation.

BP-90C70 COMMUNITY SERVICES, SUITE B (MLK)
BP-71C55 COPY ROOM 1ST FLOOR (CH)
BP-71C55 POLICE RECORDS (PD)

COMMENTS / SPECIAL INSTRUCTIONS
MODEL SERIAL # ID # Physical Location
Smart Rate
billed by SBS

NETWORKED
PRINTERS/DESKTOPS NETWORKED PRINTER/DESKTOP$0.00
Monthly, In
arrears
0 0

LOCAL/SINGLE USER

PRINTERS/DESKTOPS

LOCAL/SINGLE USER PRINTER
$0.00 0 0
LOCAL/SINGLE USER DESKTOP 0

SBS BILLING SMART RATE SUBTOTALS ITEMIZED BY TYPE & QTY BW COLOR $0.00 BW 0NO $0.00 Monthly COLOR 0
$0.00 BW 0NO $0.00 Quarterly COLOR 0
$0.00 BW 0 0.00490NO $0.00 Quarterly COLOR 0 0.04900
Yes YES
Per Quarter

DETAIL OF CHARGES

BASE CHARGE SUBTOTALS CATEGORY INCLUDED IMAGES EXCESS CHARGE

SUMMARY AGREEMENT ENTITLEMENT
BASE CHARGE TOTALTERM: SMART RATE PRINT SECURITYCONSOLIDATE SBS BILLING? Labor Parts Drums B Toner C Toner Staples
$0.0060 $0.00 $0.00 NO YES YES YES YES
AUTHORIZING CONTRACT NUMBER (GSA/SOURCEWELL/STATE,ETC.) MICAS CONTACT PHONE Juan Pena

PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER EMAIL ADDRESS
[email protected]
619-336-4378

POOL CONTRACT NUMBER GROUP IDENTIFIER EMAIL ADDRESS

PHONE EMAIL ADDRESS

EMAIL ADDRESS METER CONTACT PHONE

CUSTOMER BILL TO INFORMATION CUSTOMER LOCATION

COMPANY NAME COMPANY NAME
City of National City City of National City

ADDRESS ADDRESS
1243 National City Blvd. 1243 National City Blvd.

CITY ZIP CODE CITY
National City 91950 National City

BILLING CONTACT DEPARTMENT SERVICE CONTACT PHONE

SBS SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA

CUSTOMER CARE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT
ACCOUNT ID# SALES REP: Jason Wedge ACCOUNT ID# START DATE:

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7-10-23-2023.MA_v.4 USA-SEC-2023-SBS-00001 (v. 2023.11.15) POOL BW Start
Meter
Color Start
Meter
BP-71C31 COMPUTER LAB (CH)
BP-71C31 ENGINEERING DEPARTMENT (CH)
BP-71C31 LIBRARY CIRCULATION DEPARTMENT (LIB)
BP-71C31 LIBRARY COMPUTER LAB (LIB)
BP-51C26 PUBLIC WORKS (PW)
BP-51C26 LIBRARY ADMINISTRATION (LIB)
BP-71C31 LIBRARY LITERACY WINGS (LIB)
BP-71C31 LIBRARY CHILDRENS PUBLIC (LIB)
BP-51C26 FIRE STATION 31 (FS31)
BP-51C26 FIRE STATION 33 (FS33)
BP-51C26 SENIOR CENTER (SC)
BP-71C45 2ND FLOOR CITY MANAGER ATTORNEY (CH)
BP-71C45 FINANCE (CH)
BP-51C26 FIRE STATION 34 (FS34)
BP-51C26 TRAFFICE DEPARTMENT (PD)
BP-51C26 PROPERTY EVIDENCE (PD)
BP-71C31 INVESTIGATIONS (PD)
BP-51C26 COUNCIL CH2 (CH)
BP-71C31 HUMAN RESOURCES DEPARTMENT, SUITE A (MLK)

CUSTOMER CARE MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT

EQUIPMENT COVERED CONTINUED
MODEL SERIAL # ID # Physical Location

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X1243 National City Blvd., National City, CA 91950Sharp Business Systems8670 Argent Street60x0 City of National City
SanteeCA920716.783,093.00420-0169269-001

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AMENDMENT TO LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT

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420-0169269-001 01-20-26.doc jdb
THIS AMENDMENT TO LEASE PURCHASE AGREEMENT is by and between CITY OF NATIONAL CITY, as Lessee, and WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A., as Lessor.

BACKGROUND
A. By that certain Lease Purchase Agreement, # 420-0169269-001, dated __March 17__________________, 20_26__, by and between Lessor and Lessee, Lessor has agreed to extend financing to Lessee upon and subject to the terms and conditions set forth in the Lease Purchase Agreement (“Lease”).

B. Lessor and Lessee desire to amend the terms and conditions of the Lease, upon and subject to the terms and conditions of this Amendment.

C. All capitalized terms not otherwise defined herein will have the meanings set forth in the Lease.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of good and valuable consideration, the parties intending to be legally bound agree as follows:

1. EFFECT OF HANDWRITTEN CHANGES . The Parties to the Lease acknowledge and agree that none of the hand- written (or typed, as the case may be) additions or deletions to the text of the terms and conditions of the Lease shall be enforceable. Each of the provisions in the Lease, as originally pre-printed on the front and/or back (or Pages 1 and/or 2) of the Lease, shall remain in full force and effect, except to the extent expressly set forth herein.

2. The second and third sentences of the third paragraph in all caps, which is located on the front (or page 1) of the Lease, shall be deleted and replaced with the following:
“THIS LEASE SHALL BE DEEMED FULLY EXECUTED AND PERFORMED IN THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA AND SHALL BE GOVERNED BY AND CONSTRUED IN ACCORDANCE WITH SUCH LAWS.”

3. LATE CHARGES . Section 5 of the Lease shall be amended in its entirety to read “INTENTIONALLY OMITTED”.

4. INDEMNITY . Section 7 of the Lease shall be amended in its entirety to read as follows:
“7. INDEMNITY. To the extent permitted by applicable law, you are responsible for all losses, damages, claims, infringement claims, injuries and attorneys’ fees and costs, including, without limitation, those incurred in connection with responding to subpoenas, third party or otherwise (“Claims”), incurred or asserted by any person, in any manner relating to the Equipment, including its use, condition or possession except to the extent directly caused by our gross negligence or willful misconduct. To the extent permitted by appliable law, you agree to defend and indemnify us against all Claims, although we reserve the right to participate in the defense and to select or approve defense counsel, which approval of counsel shall not be unreasonably withheld. This indemnity continues beyond the termination of this Lease for acts or omissions which occurred during the Term of this Lease.”

5. ASSIGNMENT . The third sentence of Section 13 of the Lease shall be amended to read as follows:
“If we do make an assignment under subsection 13(a) above, our assignee will have all of our rights under this Lease, but none of our obligations as we shall retain our obligations.”

6. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Amendment is executed to be effective the same day as the Lease, and is incorporated into and made a part of the Lease.

7. EFFECT OF AMENDMENT . All terms and conditions of the Lease not expressly modified hereby remain in full force and are hereby ratified by the parties.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF , the duly authorized representatives of the parties have executed this Amendment on the dates set forth below but effective as of the effective date of the Lease, as set forth above.

CITY OF NATIONAL CITY WELLS FARGO BANK, N.A.

By: __________________________________ By:______________________________________ Name: _______________________________ Name: ___________________________________ Title: ________________________________ Title:_____________________________________ Date of Execution: _____________________ Date of Execution: __________________________

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NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement Terms and Conditions

For Multi-Function Devices and Related Software, Services and Cloud Solutions

A Contract for the NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Purchasing Program Acting by and through the State of Colorado (Lead State)

Department of Personnel & Administration
State Purchasing & Contracts Office
1525 Sherman Street, 5th Floor
Denver, Co 80203

And

Sharp Electronics Corporation
100 Paragon Drive
Montvale, NJ 07645

Master Agreement Number: 188627

DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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Contents
MASTER AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS ............................................................................. 3 I. Definitions ............................................................................................................................... 3 II. Parties and Term of the Master Agreement ............................................................................ 7 III. Order of Precedence ............................................................................................................... 8 IV. Participants and Scope ........................................................................................................... 8 V. NASPO ValuePoint Provisions .............................................................................................. 10 VI. Pricing, Payment & Leasing .................................................................................................. 13 VII. Ordering ................................................................................................................................ 14 VIII. Shipping and Delivery ........................................................................................................... 17 IX. Inspection and Acceptance ................................................................................................... 18 X. Warranty ................................................................................................................................ 19 XI. Equipment Title ..................................................................................................................... 20 XII. Indemnification ...................................................................................................................... 21 XIII. Insurance .............................................................................................................................. 22 XIV. General Provisions ................................................................................................................ 24 SIGNATURE PAGE ............................................................................................................................... 30 EXHIBIT A – STATEMENT OF WORK .................................................................................................. 31 I. Product Overview .................................................................................................................. 31 II. Master Agreement Deliverables ............................................................................................ 32 III. Purchase, Lease and Rental Programs ................................................................................. 42 IV. Contractor Responsibilities and Tasks .................................................................................. 48 EXHIBIT B – SAMPLE D&A CERTIFICATE .......................................................................................... 58 EXHIBIT C – AUTHORIZED DEALER FORM ....................................................................................... 59 EXHIBIT D – AUTHORIZED DEALERS BY STATE .............................................................................. 60 ATTACHMENT 1 – SHARP LEASE AGREEMENT ............................................................................... 61 ATTACHMENT 2 – SHARP MAINTENANCE AGREEMENT ................................................................ 66 ATTACHMENT 3 – SHARP SAMPLE MPS STATEMENT OF WORK .................................................. 71

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MASTER AGREEMENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS

I. Definitions

1.1 A3 MFD - A Multi-function Device which is designed to handle letter, legal, ledger and some smaller paper sizes, such as postcards and envelopes.

1.2 A4 MFD – A Multi-function Device which is designed to handle letter, legal and some smaller paper sizes, such as postcards and envelopes. Ledger size paper is NOT an option on this Device.

1.3 Acceptance - A written notice from a Purchasing Entity to Contractor advising Contractor that the Device has passed its Acceptance Testing. Acceptance of a Product for which Acceptance Testing is not required shall occur following the completion of delivery, installation, if required, and a reasonable ti me for inspection of the Product, unless the Purchasing Entity provides a written notice of rejection to Contractor, as set forth in section IX of this Master Agreement.

1.4 Accessory – A compatible item that is added to the Base Unit to enhance its capabilities and functions.

1.5 Attachment – Contractor’s Supplemental Documents which consist of the following:

1.5.1 Attachment 1 – Sharp Lease Agreement

1.5.2 Attachment 2 – Sharp Maintenance Agreement

1.5.3 Attachment 3 – Sharp Sample MPS Statement of Work

1.6 Authorized Dealer – The Manufacturer’s authorized sales and Service center (also known as a Dealer, Distributor, or Partner) that must be certified by the Manufacturer to sell the Manufacturer’s Products, and perform machine installation and maintenance on Devices offered by the Manufacturer. A Purchasing Entity must be able to, at a minimum, visit the sales and service center to view and test Device.

1.7 Base Unit - The copier, printer, Scanner, Large/Wide Format and Production Devices that include all standard Accessories and parts and excludes optional Accessories and/or software.

1.8 Blended Rate - A rate that is derived by taking the b&w and color cost per click rates on one or more Devices and calculating one rate that a customer will be billed for all copies, regardless of Device type and b&w or color output. Allows for simplicity when billing copies run.

1.9 Bronze Standard - Devices which meet less than 50% of the 28 optional EPEAT criteria.

1.10 Business Day – Any day other than Saturday, Sunday, or a legal holiday.

1.11 Buyout to Keep - The early termination option on an FMV or Capital Lease that involves the acquisition of the Device by the Purchasing Entity, and consists of any current and past due amount, plus the remaining stream of Device Payments.

1.12 Buyout to Return - The early termination option on an FMV, Capital or Straight Lease that involves the return of the Device by the Purchasing Entity to Contractor, in good working condition (ordinary wear and tear excepted), and consists of any current and past due amounts, plus the remaining stream of Device Payments.

1.13 Cancellable Rental - An agreement that is cancellable upon the Purchasing Entity DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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providing the Contractor with a thirty (30) day written notice, and is subject to a maximum penalty of up to three (3) months of Total Monthly Payments. Device ownership is not an option.

1.14 Capital Lease - For the purposes of this Master Agreement, a Capital Lease shall also be referred to as a $1 Buyout Lease and title of the Device will automatically pass from the Contractor to the Purchasing Entity at the end of the Initial Lease Term, and the Purchasing Entity will not be subject to additional payments in order to assume ownership. However, it will be at the discretion of the Participating State or Entity as to whether other cri teria will also be considered, such as a bargain purchase option, a lease term longer than 75% of the estimated economic life of the Device, or the present value of the lease payments is greater than 90% of the fair market value of the Device at the beginning of the Initial Lease Term, or any other legal requirements relating to a Capital Lease.

1.15 Ceiling Pricing - Pricing that is established as a “not -to-exceed” amount; the maximum price Contractor may charge for Products, Services, and Supplies.

1.16 Contractor - A party to this Master Agreement, whether a person or entity , that delivers goods or performs services under the terms set forth in this Master Agreement.

1.17 Coterminous - Two or more leases or rentals that end at the same time. The original lease or rental payment is modified to reflect the addition of a new Device or Accessory. The original term of the lease or rental is not modified as a result of a Coterminous addition.

1.18 Deliverable - A Product, Service, solution, result, labor, or other effort being sought through this RFP.

1.19 Device - The Base Unit, either with or without optional Accessories and/or software. May also be referred to as “Equipment.”

1.20 Device Downtime - The period of time that a Device is not operational and is waiting for Service to be completed.

1.21 Device Payment - The Device portion of the payment, less any Service, Supplies, and maintenance.

1.22 Device Trade -In - An agreed upon transaction between the Purchasing Entity and Contractor, in which Contractor takes ownership of Purchasing Entity’ s owned Device, often for a discounted amount.

1.23 Device Upgrade or Downgrade - A replacement of the Purchasing Entity’s existing lease or rental Device, with a different Device, of either greater or lesser value. A new lease or rental is then originated for the new Device, with the remaining lease or rental payments on the old Device wrapped into it. The old lease or rental is closed out, and the Device is returned to Contractor.

1.24 Electronic Product Environmental Assessment Tool (EPEAT) - A tool which evaluates and selects Device according to a list of preferred environmental attributes. EPEAT registered means Devices meet the 1680.2 IEEE Standard for Environmental Assessment of Imaging Device, as amended.

1.25 Embedded Software - One or more software applications which permanently reside on a computing Device.

1.26 Energy Star - The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s standard for energy efficiency.

1.27 Fair Market Value (FMV) Lease - A lease in which the Purchasing Entity can either 1) Take title to the Device at the end of the Initial Lease Term by paying the residual value to Contractor, 2) Enter into a Renewal Term for the Device, or 3) Return the Device to DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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Contractor at the end of the Initial Lease Term.

1.28 Free on Board (FOB) Destination - Contractor is responsible for transportation and handling charges and the sale does not occur until the Products arrive at the Purchasing Entity’s specified location.

1.29 Group - The classification for the different types of Devices solicited in this RFP. Groups are determined by the Devices primary functions and/or capabilities.

1.30 Initial Lease or Rental Term - The length of time (i.e. 12, 18, 24, 36, 48, 60 months) that a Purchasing Entity enters into a lease or rental agreement.

1.31 Intellectual Property - Any and all patents, copyrights, serv ice marks, trademarks, trade secrets, trade names, patentable inventions, or other similar proprietary rights, in tangible or intangible form, and all rights, title, and interest therein.

1.32 Lead State - The State centrally administering any resulting Master Agreement(s) who is a party to this Master Agreement.

1.33 Legacy Device – A Device that was purchased, leased, or rented either under a prior NASPO ValuePoint or WSCA Master Agreement, another program, or via any other means.

1.34 Maintenance Agreement - An agreement in which the Contractor provides monthly Service, parts, Supplies, and Preventative Maintenance on purchased, leased or rented Devices.

1.35 Managed Print Services (MPS) - The management, service, and suppo rt of the Purchasing Entity’s entire enterprise and output infrastructure of printed materials, with the objective of creating a solution that improves the print process and reduces the expense of printed material.

1.36 Manufacturer - A company that, as its primary business function, designs, assembles, and owns the trademark/patent and markets a Device. Also referred to as Contractor.

1.37 Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) - The list price or recommended retail price of a Product in which the Manufacturer recommends that the retailer sell the Product.

1.38 Master Agreement - The underlying agreement executed by and between the Lead State, acting in cooperation with NASPO ValuePoint, and the Contractor, as now or hereafter amended.

1.39 Multi-function Device (MFD) - A Device which incorporates the functionality of multiple Devices into one, such as print, fax, copy and scan. Each feature can work independently of the other.

1.40 NASPO ValuePoint - A division of the National Association of State Procurement Officials (“NASPO”), a 501(c)(3) corporation. NASPO ValuePoint facilitates administration of the NASPO cooperative group contracting consortium of state chief procurement officials for the benefit of state departments, institutions, agencies, and political subdivisions and other eligible entities (i.e., colleges, school districts, counties, cities, some nonprofit organizations, etc.) for all states, the District of Columbia, and territories of the United States. NASPO ValuePoint is identified in the Master Agreement as the recipient of reports and may perform contract administration functions relating to collecting and receiving reports, as well as other contract administration functions as assigned by the Lead State.

1.41 Newly Manufactured - Devices that have not been Refurbished, Remanufactured, rented, leased, sold, or used in a demonstration, and are currently being marketed by the Manufacturer.

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1.42 Normal Business Hours – Defined as the hours between 8AM and 5PM, Monday through Friday, holidays excluded.

1.43 Not Specifically Pr iced (NSP) - NSP items enhance or compliment the Device but are not listed in the Master Agreement Price List (s). NSP’s may include Coin -Op Equipment, empowering software etc.

1.44 OEM – The Original Equipment Manufacturer.

1.45 Order - Any type of encumbrance doc ument or commitment voucher, including, but not limited to, a purchase order, contract, MPS statement of work, Maintenance Agreement, lease agreement, rental agreement etc. used by a Purchasing Entity to order the Products and Services.

1.46 Participating Adden dum – A bilateral agreement executed by a Contractor and a Participating Entity incorporating this Master Agreement and any additional Participating Entity-specific language or other requirements ( e.g., ordering procedures specific to the Participating Entity, entity-specific terms and conditions, etc.).

1.47 Participating Entity - A state (as well as the District of Columbia and US territories), city, county, district, other political subdivision of a State, or a nonprofit organization under the laws of some states properly authorized to enter into a Participating Addendum, that has executed a Participating Addendum.

1.48 Participating State - A state that has executed a Participating Addendum or has indicated an intent to execute a Participating Addendum.

1.49 Power Filter - An electronic filter which is placed between an external power line and a Device for the purpose of removing frequencies or electromagnetic interference.

1.50 Preventative Maintenance - The servicing of a Device for the purpose of maintaining a satisfactory operating condition by providing systematic inspection, detection, and correction of failures either before they occur or before they develop into major defects.

1.51 Private Label - Devices that are manufactured by one company and sold under a retailer’s brand name.

1.52 Product – Devices, Accessories, parts, software, and/or Supplies provided by Contractor pursuant to the Master Agreement.

1.53 Published Price – The price that is posted on the Manufacturer’s website or in their pricing literature (e.g. not the Master Agreement contract price).

1.54 Purchasing Entity - A state (as well as the District of Columbia and US territories), city, county, district, other political subdivision of a State, or a nonprofit organization under the laws of some states if authorized by a Participating Addendum, that issues a Purchase Order against the Master Agreement and becomes financially committed to the purchase.

1.55 Refurbished - A Device which has received extensive maintenance and/or minor repair, including the replacement of all standard parts subject to wear during the normal course of use. For the purpose of this RFP and resulting Master Agreement(s), Refurbished Device shall not have more than 750,000 original copies on it. In addition, Refurbished Device must only contain OEM parts. Refurbished Device must be certified by the Manufacturer.

1.56 Remanufactured - The process of disassembling Devices known to be worn or defective that can be reused or brought up to OEM specification by cleaning, repairing or replacing it in a manufacturing environment and then reassembling and testing it, so that it will operate like a new Device. Remanufactured Device must be certified by the Manufacturer.

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1.57 Renewal Term - A lease term that supersedes the Initial Lease Term, and which a Purchasing Entity may enter into upon thirty (30) days prior written notice to Contractor.

Each Renewal Term shall not exceed 12 months, the residual value of the Device, or the Useful Life of the Device. Capital Leases are excluded from going into renewal.

1.58 Response Time - The time from when the original Service Call is placed with the Contractor or Authorized Dealer, to when the Service technician arrives at the Purchasing Entity’s location.

1.59 Scanner - A Device that scans documents and converts it into digital data.

1.60 Segment - The various speeds that Devices are categorized by.

1.61 Services – The labor req uired to be performed by Contractor pursuant to the Master Agreement or an Order. Services may include, but are not limited to, maintenance, MPS and software installation.

1.62 Service Base Location - The place of business where the Contractor or Authorized Dealer stores parts and provides training for service technicians.

1.63 Service Call - An on-site Service technician visit due to Device error or malfunction.

1.64 Short-Term Rental - A type of agreement in which ownership is not an option and the maximum rental term does not exceed 18 months.

1.65 Single-function Printer - An inkjet or laser Device that only prints and is not capable of other functions such as copying, faxing or scanning.

1.66 Straight Lease - A type of agreement in which ownership is not an option and the Total Monthly Payment amount remains firm throughout the Initial Term.

1.67 Supplemental Documents – With the exception of software, end -user and click -wrap agreements, Contractor’s Supplemental Documents are the only authorized documents under this Master Agreement and are attached hereto as Attachments.

1.68 Supplies - Consumable items that gets used up or are discarded once used, such as ink cartridges.

1.69 Third Party – A person or entity that may be directly involved, but is not a principal to an arrangement, contract, deal, lawsuit, or transaction.

1.70 Total Monthly Payment - The Device portion of the payment, as well as any Service, Supplies or maintenance, and less any applicable taxes.

1.71 Useful Life - Period during which a Device is expected to be usable for the purpose in which it was manufactured.

II. Parties and Term of the Master Agreement

2.1 Parties. This Master Agreement is entered into by and between the State of Colorado, acting by and through the Department of Personnel & Administration, State Purchasing & Contracts Office (hereinafter called the “Lead State”), and Sharp Electronics Corporation. (hereinafter called “Contractor”), for the procurement of A3 MFD’s, A4 MFD’s, Single- function Printers, Scanners, Software, Consumable Supplies, Managed Print Services, and Software Related Services (including cloud -based offerings and web -based fleet management tools), as approved per this Master Agreement, for the benefit of Participating States, Entity’s, and Purchasing Entities. The Contractor and the Lead State agree to the terms and conditions contained herein.

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2.2 Initial Term. The initial term of this Master Agreement is for two (2) years, with an effective date of August 1, 2024. The term of this Master Agreement may be amended beyond the initial term for up to three (3) consecutive one (1) year additional terms, upon the mutual agreement of the Lead State and Contractor, by written Amendment. The total duration of the Master Agreement, including any extensions, shall not exceed five (5) years.

2.3 Amendment Limitations. The terms of this Master Agreement will not be waived, altered, modified, supplemented , or amended in any manner whatsoever without prior written agreement of the Lead State and Contractor.

III. Order of Precedence

3.1 Order. This Master Agreement will consist of the following documents:

3.1.1 A Participating Entity’s Participating Addendum (“PA”);

3.1.2 NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement, including all Exhibits;

3.1.3 An Order issued against the Master Agreement;

3.1.4 The Solicitation, RFP -NP-23-001, Multi-Function Devices and Related Software, Services and Cloud Solutions;

3.1.5 Contractor’s response to the Solicitation, as revised (if permitted) and accepted by the Lead State; and

3.1.6 Contractor’s Supplemental Documents, which are included as Attachments.

3.2 Conflict. These documents will be read to be consistent and complementary. Any conflict among these documents will be resolved by giving priority to these documents in the order listed above. Contractor terms and conditions that apply to this Master Agreement are only those that are expressly accepted by the Lead State and must be in writing and attached to this Master Agreement as an Exhibit or Attachment.

3.3 Participating Addenda. Participating Addenda will not be construed to diminish, modify, or otherwise derogate any provisions in this Master Agreement between the Lead State and Contractor. Participating Addenda will not include a term of agreement that exceeds the term of the Master Agreement, nor will it include Products and Services not awarded under the Master Agreement.

IV. Participants and Scope

4.1 Requirement for a Participating Addendum. Contractor may not deliver Products under this Master Agreement until a Participating Addendum acceptable to the Participating Entity and Contractor is executed.

4.2 Applicability of Master Agreement. NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreement Terms and Conditions are applicable to any Order by a Participating Entity (and other Purchasing Entities covered by their Participating Addendum), except to the extent altered, modified, supplemented or amended by a Participating Addendum , subject to section III. For the purposes of illustration and not l imitation, this authority may apply to unique delivery and invoicing requirements, confidentiality requirements, defaults on Orders, governing law and venue relating to Orders by a Participating Entity, indemnification, and insurance requirements. Statutory or constitutional requirements relating to availability of funds may require specific language in some Participating Addenda in order to comply with applicable law. The expectation is that these alterations, modifications, supplements, or amendments will be addressed in the Participating Addendum or, with the consent of the Purchasing DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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Entity and Contractor, may be included in the ordering document ( e.g., purchase order or contract) used by the Purchasing Entity to place the Order.

4.3 Authorized Use. Use of specific NASPO ValuePoint Master Agreements by state agencies, political subdivisions and other Participating Entities is subject to applicable state law and the approval of the respective State Chief Procurement Official. Issues of interpretation and eligibility for participation are solely within the authority of the respective State Chief Procurement Official.

4.4 Obligated Entities. Obligations under this Master Agreement are limited to those Participating Entities who have signed a Participating Addendum a nd Purchasing Entities within the scope of those Participating Addenda. States or other entities permitted to participate may use an informal competitive process to determine which Master Agreements to participate in through execution of a Participating A ddendum. Participating Entities incur no financial obligations on behalf of other Purchasing Entities.

4.5 Notice of Participating Addendum. Contractor shall email a fully executed PDF copy of each Participating Addendum to [email protected] to support documentation of participation and posting in appropriate databases.

4.6 Eligibility for a Participating Addendum. Eligible entities who are not states may under some circumstances sign their own Participating Addendum, subject to the consent of the Chief Procurement Official of the state where the entity is located. Coordinate requests for such participation through NASPO ValuePoint. Any permission to participate through execution of a Participating Addendum is not a determination that procurement authority exists; the entity must ensure that they have the requisite procurement authority to execute a Participating Addendum.

4.7 Prohibition on Resale. Subject to any specific conditions inc luded in the solicitation or Contractor’s proposal as accepted by the Lead State, or as explicitly permitted in a Participating Addendum, Purchasing Entities may not resell Products purchased under this Master Agreement. Absent any such condition or explic it permission, this limitation does not prohibit: payments by employees of a Purchasing Entity for Products; sales of Products to the general public as surplus property; and fees associated with inventory transactions with other governmental or nonprofit entities and consistent with a Purchasing Entity’s laws and regulations. Any sale or transfer permitted by this subsection must be consistent with license rights granted for use of intellectual property.

4.8 Individual Customers. Except as may otherwise be agre ed to by the Purchasing Entity and Contractor, each Purchasing Entity shall follow the terms and conditions of the Master Agreement and applicable Participating Addendum and will have the same rights and responsibilities for their purchases as the Lead State has in the Master Agreement and as the Participating Entity has in the Participating Addendum, including but not limited to any indemnity or right to recover any costs as such right is defined in the Master Agreement and applicable Participating Addendum for their purchases. Each Purchasing Entity will be responsible for its own charges, fees, and liabilities. The Contractor will apply the charges and invoice each Purchasing Entity individually.

4.9 Release of Information . Throughout the duration of this Mas ter Agreement, Contractor must secure from the Lead State prior approval for the release of information that pertains to the potential work or activities covered by the Master Agreement. This limitation does not preclude publication about the award of the Master Agreement or marketing activities consistent with any proposed and accepted marketing plan.

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4.10 No Representations. The Contractor shall not make any representations of NASPO ValuePoint, the Lead State, any Participating Entity, or any Purchasing Entit y’s opinion or position as to the quality or effectiveness of the services that are the subject of this Master Agreement without prior written consent.

V. NASPO ValuePoint Provisions

5.1 Applicability. NASPO ValuePoint is not a party to the Master Agreement. The terms set forth in section V are for the benefit of NASPO ValuePoint as a third -party beneficiary of this Master Agreement.

5.2 Administrative Fees

5.2.1 NASPO ValuePoint Fee. Contractor shall pay to NASPO ValuePoint, or its assignee, a NASPO ValuePoint Administrative Fee of one -quarter of one percent (0.25% or 0.0025) no later than sixty (60) days following the end of each calendar quarter. The NASPO ValuePoint Administrative F ee must be submitted quarterly and is based on all sales of products and services under the Master Agreement (less any charges for taxes or shipping). The NASPO ValuePoint Administrative Fee is not negotiable. This fee is to be included as part of the pric ing submitted with a vendor’s response to the Lead State’s solicitation.

5.2.1.1 Contractor will report on all Usage Based Equipment sales, and on Usage Based or Life Cycle Service and Supply sales. This method will no l onger require the Contractor to capture the actual Service and Supply revenues that are billed to the customer each month.

5.2.1.2 Industry research has shown close to a 1:1 ratio between sales price on a piece of Equipment and the actual amount of Service and Supply costs required to operate that Equipment over its Useful Life. Therefore, to simplify the reporting process and remove the burden to capture the actual Service and Supply costs, the Contractor may report as follows:

5.2.1.2.1 Purchased Equipment: Contractor shall report the actual amount invoiced (less any taxes) for all Equipment sold under the reporting period (calendar quarter). In addition, the Contractor shall report an additional amount equal to the invoice amount and identified as “Life Cycle Service and Supplies,” or an actual amount and identified as “Usage Based Service and Supplies,” providing the customer elects to enter into a Maintenance Agreement. Thus, in the Contractor’s Detailed Sales Report, for each item sold, there will be two -line items:
one for the piece of Equipment, and one for the Life Cycle or Usage Based Service and Supplies. The amount reflected for the Life Cycle Service and Supplies must be equal to the amount of the Equipment.

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identified as “Usage Based Service and Supplies.” Thus, in the Contractor’s Detailed Sales Report, for each item leased or rented, there will be two-line items: one for the invoice amount to the customer for the Equipment, and one for the Life Cycle or Usage Based Service and Supplies. The amount reflected for the Life Cycle Service and Supplies must be equal to the amount of the invoiced Equipment.

5.2.2 State Imposed Fees. Some states may require an additional fee be paid by Contractor directly to the state on purchases made by Purchasing Entities within that state. For all such requests, the fee rate or amount, payment method , and schedule for suc h reports and payments will be incorporated into the applicable Participating Addendum. Unless agreed to in writing by the state, Contractor may not adjust the Master Agreement pricing to include the state fee for purchases made by Purchasing Entities within the jurisdiction of the state. No such agreement will affect the NASPO ValuePoint Administrative Fee percentage or the prices paid by Purchasing Entities outside the jurisdiction of the state requesting the additional fee.

5.3 NASPO ValuePoint Summary and Detailed Usage Reports

5.3.1 Sales Data Reporting. In accordance with this section, Contractor shall report to NASPO ValuePoint all Orders under this Master Agreement for which Contractor has invoiced the ordering entity or individual, including Orders invoice d to Participating Entity or Purchasing Entity employees for personal use if such use is permitted by this Master Agreement and the applicable Participating Addendum (“Sales Data”). Timely and complete reporting of Sales Data is a material requirement of t his Master Agreement. Reporting requirements, including those related to the format, contents, frequency, or delivery of reports, may be updated by NASPO ValuePoint with reasonable notice to Contractor and without amendment to this Master Agreement. NASPO ValuePoint shall have exclusive ownership of any media on which reports are submitted and shall have a perpetual, irrevocable, non-exclusive, royalty free, and transferable right to display, modify, copy, and otherwise use reports, data, and information provided under this section.

5.3.2 Summary Sales Data. “Summary Sales Data ” is Sales Data reported as cumulative totals by state. Contractor shall, using the reporting tool or template provided by NASPO ValuePoint , report Summary Sales Data to NASPO ValuePoint for each calendar quarter no later than thirty (30) days following the end of the quarter. If Contractor has no reportable Sales Data for the quarter, Contractor shall submit a zero-sales report.

5.3.3 Detailed Sales Data. “Detailed Sales Data” is Sales Data that includes for each Order all information required by the Solicitation or by NASPO ValuePoint, including customer information, Order information, and line-item details. Contractor shall, using the reporting tool or template provided by NASPO ValuePoint , report Detailed Sales Data to NASPO ValuePoint for each calendar quarter no later than thirty (30) days following the end of the quarter. Detailed Sales Data shall be reported in the format provided in the Soli citation or provided by NASPO ValuePoint. The total sales volume of reported Detailed Sales Data shall be consistent with the total sales volume of reported Summary Sales Data.

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specific attributes thereof for the purpose of standardizing and analyzing reported Sales Data (“Crosswalks”). Customer Crosswalks must include a list of existing and potential Purchasin g Entities and identify for each the appropriate customer type as defined by NASPO ValuePoint. Product Crosswalks must include Contractor’s part number or SKU for e ach Product in Contractor’ s catalog and identify for each the appropriate Master Agreement c ategory (and subcategory, if applicable), manufacturer part number, product description, eight -digit UNSPSC Class Level commodity code, and (if applicable) EPEAT value and Energy Star rating. Crosswalk requirements and fields may be updated by NASPO ValueP oint with reasonable notice to Contractor and without amendment to this Master Agreement. Contractor shall work in good faith with NASPO ValuePoint to keep Crosswalks updated as Contractor’s customer lists and product catalog change.

5.3.5 Executive Summary. Contractor shall , upon request by NASPO ValuePoint, provide NASPO ValuePoint with an executive summary that includes but is not limited to a list of states with an active Participating Addendum, states with which Contractor is in negotiations , a nd any Part icipating Addendum roll -out or implementation activities and issues. NASPO ValuePoint and Contractor will determine the format and content of the executive summary.

5.4 NASPO ValuePoint Cooperative Program Marketing, Training, and Performance Review

5.4.1 Staff Education. Contractor shall work cooperatively with NASPO ValuePoint personnel. Contractor shall present plans to NASPO ValuePoint for the education of Contractor’s contract administrator(s) and sales/marketing workforce regarding the Master Agreement con tract, including the competitive nature of NASPO ValuePoint procurements, the master agreement and participating addendum process, and the manner in which eligible entities can participate in the Master Agreement.

5.4.2 Onboarding Plan. Upon request by NASPO Val uePoint, Contractor shall, as Participating Addendums are executed, provide plans to launch the program for the Participating Entity. Plans will include time frames to launch the agreement and confirmation that the Contractor’s website has been updated to properly reflect the scope and terms of the Master Agreement as available to the Participating Entity and eligible Purchasing Entities.

5.4.3 Annual Contract Performance Review. Contractor shall participate in an annual contract performance review with the Lead State and NASPO ValuePoint, which may at the discretion of the Lead State be held in person and which may include a discussion of marketing action plans, target strategies, marketing materials, Contractor reporting, and timeliness of payment of administration fees.

5.4.4 Use of NASPO ValuePoint Logo. The NASPO ValuePoint logos may not be used by Contractor in sales and marketing until a separate logo use agreement is executed with NASPO ValuePoint.

5.4.5 Most Favored Customer. Contractor shall, within thirty (30) days of their effective date, notify the Lead State and NASPO ValuePoint of any contractual most - favored-customer provisions in third-party contracts or agreements that may affect the promotion of this Master Agreement or whose terms provide for adjustments to future rates or pricing based on rates, pricing in, or Orders from this Master Agreement. Upon request of the Lead State or NASPO ValuePoint, Contractor DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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shall provide a copy of any such provisions.

5.5 Cancellation. In consultation with NASPO ValuePoint, the Lead State may, in its discretion, cancel the Master Agreement or not exercise an option to renew, when utilization of Contractor’s Master Agreement does not warrant further administration of the Master Agreement. The Lead State may also exercise its right to not renew the Master Agreement if the Contractor fails to record or report revenue for three consecutive quarters, upon 60 - calendar day written notice to the Contractor. Cancellation based on nonuse or under - utilization will not occur sooner than [two years] after execution of the Master Agreement.

This subsection does not limit the discretionary right of either the Lead State or Contractor to cancel the Master Agreement or terminate for default subject to the terms herein . This subsection also does not limit any right of the Lead State to cancel the Mas ter Agreement under applicable laws.

5.6 Canadian Participation. Subject to the approval of Contractor, any Canadian provincial government or provincially funded entity in Alberta, British Columbia, Manitoba, New Brunswick, Newfoundland and Labrador, Nova Scot ia, Ontario, Prince Edward Island, Quebec, or Saskatchewan, and territorial government or territorial government funded entity in the Northwest Territories, Nunavut, or Yukon, including municipalities, universities, community colleges, school boards, healt h authorities, housing authorities, agencies, boards, commissions, and crown corporations, may be eligible to use Contractor's Master Agreement.

5.7 Additional Agreement with NASPO. Upon request by NASPO ValuePoint, awarded Contractor shall enter into a direct contractual relationship with NASPO ValuePoint related to Contractor’s obligations to NASPO ValuePoint under the terms of the Master Agreement, the terms of which shall be the same or similar (and not less favorable) than the terms set forth in the Master Agreement.

VI. Pricing, Payment & Leasing

6.1 Pricing. The prices contained in this Master Agreement or offered under this Master Agreement represent the not-to-exceed (“celling”) price to any Purchasing Entity.

6.1.1 MSRP/List Price discount percentages must be guaranteed throughout the term of the Master Agreement, including any renewal terms, however; Contractor may increase its discount percentage at any time. The Lead State must be notified of any such discount percentage increase, and provided with a copy of the new Price List(s).

6.1.2 With the exception of Group C and Sub-Group C1 and C2 Devices, pricing must include all shipping, delivery, and installation costs associated with the Products.

Excess installation charges however, may be billable. Refer to section IV.E.5 of Exhibit A, Statement of Work, for more information.

6.1.3 Price Lists received after the 1st day of the new quarter may not be approved for up to thirty (30) days following submission. In addition, errors in Contractor Price Lists may delay the approval process further.

6.1.4 Contractor may update their lease and rental rates once per quarter by providing the Lead State with documentation regarding said rate changes. Updates to lease and rental rates will not be permitted until 8/1/2025.

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once per calendar year. All requested price increases must be sent to the Lead State and include documentation from Contractor which provides a detailed explanation for the increase. While there will not be any restrictions regarding direct and indirect cost increases, it will be at the Lead State’s sole discretion to determine if the requested increase has a direct correlation to the Deliverables being offered under the Master Agreement. Price increases shall be allowed for all Products and all Services, including rate and fee structures on maintenance plans.

6.1.6 All approved Price Lists will be submitted by the Lead State to NASPO ValuePoint.

Contractor shall then update all applicable websites with the new Price Lists after the NASPO ValuePoint website has been updated. Contractor is not permitted to send Price List updates directly to NASPO ValuePoint.

6.1.7 All inclusive Cost Per Copy (CPC) programs may be offered upon request by the Participating State or Entity, but pricing must not exceed Master Agreement pricing.

Contractor must provide the Participating State or Entity with their pricing breakdown which enables the Participating State or Entity to easily compare the pricing in the CPC structure against the pricing in the Master Agreement.

6.1.8 Contractor may offer state-wide promotional discounts, customer location specific discounts, bulk discounts, or spot discounts. Contractor must notify the Participating State or Entity of special state-wide promotional discounts.

6.1.9 No retroactive adjustments to prices or rates will be allowed.

6.2 Payment. Unless otherwise agreed upon in a Participating Addendum or Order, Payment after Acceptance will be made within thirty (30) days following the date the entire order is delivered or the date a correct invoice is received, whichever is later. After 45 days the Contractor may assess overdue account charges up to a maximum rate of one percent per month on the outstanding balance, unless a different late payment amount is specified in a Participating Addendum or Order, or otherwise prescribed by applicable law. Payments will be remitted in the manner specified in the Participating Addendum or Order. Payments may be made via a purchasing card with no additional charge.

6.3 Leasing or Alternative Financing Methods. The procurement and other applicable laws of some Purchasing Entities may permit the use of leasing or alternative financing methods for the acquisition of Products under this Master Agreement. Exhibit A, Statement of Work, contains Leasing and Rental provisions; however, it shall be at the discretion of each Participating State or Entity to accept these terms, reject these terms, or further negotiat e the terms with the Contractor, as long as those negotiations don’t fall outs ide the original scope of the RFP or the Master Agreement.

For example: The maximum lease or rental term on Group A Devices is 60 months; Contractor is not permitted to offer a lease term in excess of this.

VII. Ordering

7.1 Order Numbers. Purchase O rder numbers must be clearly shown on all acknowledgments, packing slips, invoices, and on all correspondence.

7.2 Quotes. Purchasing Entities may define entity-specific or project-specific requirements and informally compete the requirement among companies having a Master Agreement on an “as needed” basis. This procedure may also be used when requirements are aggregated or other firm commitments may be made to achieve reductions in pricing. This procedure may be modified in Participating Addenda and adapted to the Purchasing Entity’s rules and DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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policies. The Purchasing Entity may in its sole discretion determine which Master Agreement Contractors should be solicited for a quote. The Purchasing Entity may select the quote that it considers most advantageous, cost, and other factors considered.

7.3 Applicable Rules. Each Purchasing Entity will identify and utilize its own appropriate purchasing procedure and documentation. Contractor is expected to become familiar with the Purchasing Entities’ rules, policies, and p rocedures regarding the ordering of supplies and/or services contemplated by this Master Agreement.

7.4 Required Documentation. Contractor shall not begin work without a valid Purchase Order or other appropriate commitment document under the law of the Purchasing Entity.

7.5 Term of Purchase. Orders may be placed consistent with the terms of this Master Agreement and applicable Partic ipating Addendum during the term of the Master Agreement and Participating Addendum.

7.5.1 Orders must be placed pursuant to this Master Agreement prior to the termination date thereof, but may have a delivery date or performance period up to 120 days past the then-current termination date of this Master Agreement.

7.5.2 Notwithstanding the previous, Orders must also comply with the terms of the applicable Participating Addendum, which may further restrict the period during which Orders may be placed or delivered.

7.5.3 Financial obligations of Purchasing Entities payable after the current applicable fiscal year are contingent upon agency funds for that purpose being appropriated, budgeted, and otherwise made available.

7.5.4 Notwithstanding the expiration, cancellation or termination of this Master Agreement, Contractor shall perform in accordance with the terms of any Orders then outstanding at the time of such expiration or termination. Contractor shall not honor any Orders placed after the expiration, cancellation , or termination of this Master Agreement, or in any manner inconsistent with this Master Agreement’s terms.

7.5.5 Orders for any separate indefinite quantity, task order, or other form of indefinite delivery order arrangement priced against this Master Agreement may not be placed after the expiration or termination of this Master Agreement, notwithstanding the term of any such indefinite delivery order agreement.

7.6 Ordering and Invoicing Specifications . At the discretion of the Participating State or Entity, all Orders pursuant to this Master Agreement, may contain the following:

7.6.1 Name of Purchasing Entity;

7.6.2 The name, phone number, and address of Purchasing Entity representative;

7.6.3 Order date;

7.6.4 Description of the Product and/or Service ordered;

7.6.5 Model number;

7.6.6 Price;

7.6.7 The Master Agreement number; and

7.6.8 Any additional information required by the Participating State or Entity.

7.7 Contractor shall have the ability to accept procurement credit cards, and will not assess any additional charges or fees for processing payments via this method.

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7.8 At the discretion of the Participating State or Entity, Contractor shall have the ability to provide a centralized billing option.

7.9 Authorized Dealers shall have the ability to invoice a Purchasing Entity directly, unless otherwise specified by a Participating State or Entity.

7.10 With the exception of drop -shipped items, Contractor and/or Authorized Dealers shall not issue an invoice until the Purchasing Entity has confirmed Acceptance, per section IX.

7.11 Contractor and/or Authorized Dealers may charge the Purcha sing Entity a re-stocking fee for any Products that are not accepted. The amount of the fee shall be the lesser of 10% of the purchase price, or $200.00, unless otherwise specified in a Participating Addendum.

7.12 Contractor and/or Authorized Dealers may estimate meter reads if a Purchasing Entity fails to submit the required information within the specified time-frame.

7.13 All software Orders shall reference the Manufacturer’s most recent release or version of the Product, unless the Purchasing Entity specifically requests a different version.

7.14 Contractor, Third-Party leasing companies, and/or Authorized Dealers may bill property tax separately or as otherwise indicated in a Participating Addendum or an Order.

7.15 Contractor and/or Authorized Dealers shall have a proce ss in place for resolving disputed invoices, including escalation procedures. In addition, Contractor and/or Authorized Dealers shall have a process in place for issuing refunds or credits due to invoicing errors, as well as over-payments and Product returns.

7.16 Internet-based Portal and Electronic Catalogs. If Contractor provides the ability to place an Order through an internet-based portal or electronic catalog, then Contractor shall maintain all necessary hardware, software, backup -capacity and network con nections required to operate that internet-based portal or electronic catalog. In addition, Contractor shall adhere to the following requirements:

7.16.1 The internet -based portal or electronic catalog shall clearly designate that the Products are part of the NAS PO ValuePoint Master Agreement, and shall link to the Participating State or Entity’s designated web location;

7.16.2 All Environmentally Preferable Products (EPP) shall be clearly listed;

7.16.3 If Contractor’s electronic catalog will either be hosted on or accessed through the Participating State’s eCommerce system, then Contractor shall comply with all policies, procedures and directions from the Participating State or Entity in relation to hosting its catalog on or making its catalog accessible through that system;

7.16.4 All information made available through the Participating State or Entity’s eCommerce system is accurate and complies with the Master Agreement and the Participating Addendum; and

7.16.5 Paper catalogs or other digital media catalogs must be supplied to the Participating State or Entity upon request.

7.17 Communication. All communications concerning administration of Orders placed must be furnished solely to the authorized purchasing agent within the Purchasing Entity’s purchasing office, or to such other individual identified in writing in the Order.

7.18 Substitutions. If an ordered Product is out-of-stock, Contractor shall notify the Purchasing Entity and request approval before substituting for the out -of-stock item. Contractor’s DocuSign Envelope ID: CE9EDE21-548B-4156-BDF8-8383A0FC97D0

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request to substitute shall explain how the substituted Product compares with the out -of- stock item. Any substitute Product offered must be on the Contractor’s M aster Agreement Price List.

7.19 Contract Provisions for Orders Utilizing Federal Funds . Pursuant to Appendix II to 2 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR) Part 200, Contract Provisions for Non -Federal Entity Contracts Under Federal Awards, Orders funded with feder al funds may have additional contractual requirements or certifications that must be satisfied at the time the Order is placed or upon delivery. These federal requirements may be proposed by Participating Entities in Participating Addenda and Purchasing Entities for incorporation in Orders placed under this Master Agreement.

7.20 Supplemental Documents . All Attachments to this Master Agreement have been reviewed and negotiated by the Lead State only to the extent that they comply with the terms and conditions of RFP-NP-23-001 as well as this Master Agreement. Participating States and Entities are still advised however, to review each Supplemental Document and negotiate the terms and conditions further with Contractor if necessary. It shall be at the discretion of Contractor and Purchasing Entity to determine which Supplemental Documents are appropriate for each Order type. With the exception of End User License Agreements (EULA’s), clickwrap agreements, and any third party software agreements, which have not been reviewed or negotiated by the Lead State, nor are they attached to this Master Agreement, only the Supplemental Documents attached to this Master Agreement are permitted to be used for any Order placed.

VIII. Shipping and Delivery

8.1 Shipping Terms. With the exception of Group C and Sub-Groups C1 and C2 Devices, all Products must be shipped F.O.B. destination, standard freight pre-paid by the Contractor, to the Purchasing Entity’s specified location, unless otherwise indicated in a Participating Addendum. Group C and Sub-Groups C1 and C2 shipping charges shall be quoted to the Purchasing Entity prior to Order confirmation.

8.1.1 Notwithstanding the above, responsibility and liability for loss or damage will remain the Contractor’s until final inspection and A cceptance when responsibility will pass to the Purchasing Entity except as to latent defects, fraud, and Contractor’s warranty obligations.

8.2 Available Products . Devices that are in -stock or otherwise not subject to supply -chain shortages or issues, shall be delivered within thirty (30) calendar days after receipt of Order, unless otherwise specified by the Purchasing Entity.

8.3 Required Updates. Contractor shall provide a minimum of semi -monthly updates to the Purchasing Entity regarding the status of all Devices that are, or will be expected to go, on backorder.

8.4 Software Installation . Software related to the Device must be installed within five (5) Business Days of the Device installation, or as otherwise stated in an Order.

8.5 Delivery Days and Receiving Hours. All deliveries shall be made during Normal Business Hours, which may vary for each Purchasing Entity of each Participating State. The Purchasing Entity shall not be responsible for any additional charges should the Contractor fail to observe specific delive ry days and receiving hours. The delivery days and delivery hours shall be established by each individual Purchasing Entity upon Order placement.

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shall be made to the interior location specified by the Purchasing Entity. Specific delivery instructions will be noted on the Order. Any damage to the building interior, scratched walls, damage to the freight elevator, etc., will be the responsibility of the Contractor. If d amage does occur, it is the responsibility of the Contractor to immediately notify the Purchasing Entity placing the Order.

8.7 Packaging. Products shall be packaged and labeled so as to satisfy all legal and commercial requirements applicable for use by any Purchasing Entity, and shall include, without limitation and if applicable, OSHA material safety data sheets, and shall conform to all statements made on the label. Packages that cannot be clearly identified may be refused and/or returned at no cost to the Purchasing Entity.

IX. Inspection and Acceptance

9.1 Laws and Regulations. Any and all Products offered and furnished must comply fully with all applicable Federal, State, and local laws and regulations.

9.2 Applicability. Unless otherwise sp ecified in the Participating Addendum, or ordering document, the terms of this section IX will apply. This section is not intended to limit rights and remedies under the applicable commercial code.

9.3 With the exception of drop -shipped Devices, Purchasing Entity shall confirm delivery, installation and Acceptance of all Devices covered by each purchase, lease, or rental Order, by signing a Delivery and Acceptance Certificate (D&A), as referenced in Exhibit B, Sample D&A Certificate, which shows Acceptance of the Device(s) and allows Contractor to invoice for the Device(s).

9.4 Purchasing Entity agrees to sign and return the D&A to Contractor (which, at mutual agreement, may be done electronically) within five (5) Business Days after any Device is installed, or as otherwise stated in a Participating Addendum.

9.5 Failure to sign the D&A or reject the Device(s) within the foregoing five (5) day period shall be deemed as Acceptance by the P urchasing Entity; however, it does not relieve the Contractor of liability for material (nonconformity that substantially impairs value) defects subsequently revealed when Devices are put to use. Acceptance of such Devices may be revoked in accordance with the provisions of the applicable commercial code, and the Contractor shall be liable for any resulting expense incurred by the Purchasing Entity in relation to the preparation and shipping of Devices(s) rejected and returned, or for which Acceptance is revoked.

9.6 Inspection. All Devices are subject to inspection at reasonable times and places before Acceptance. Contractor shall provide right of access to the Lead State, or to any other authorized agent or official of the Lead State or other Participating or Purchasing Entity, at reasonable times, to monitor and evaluate performance, compliance, and/or quality assurance requirements under this Master Agreement.

9.6.1 Devices that do not meet specifications may be rejected. Failure to reject upon receipt, however, d oes not relieve the contractor of liability for material (nonconformity that substantial impairs value) latent or hidden defects subsequently revealed when goods are put to use.

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rejected and returned, or for which Acceptance is revoked.

9.7 Failure to Conform. If an y S ervices do not conform to contract requirements, the Purchasing Entity may require the Contractor to perform the Services again in conformity with contract requirements, at no increase in Order amount. When defects cannot be corrected by re -performance, the Purchasing Entity may require the Contractor to take necessary action to ensure that future performance conforms to contract requirements and reduce the contract price to reflect the reduced value of Services performed.

9.8 Acceptance Testing. Purchasing Entity may establish a process, in keeping with industry standards, to ascertain whether the Device meets the standard of performance or specifications prior to Acceptance by the Purchasing Entity.

9.8.1 The Acceptance Testing period will be thirty (30) calendar days , unless otherwise specified, starting from the day after the Device is delivered or, if installed by Contractor, the day after the Device is installed and Contractor certifies that the Device is ready for Acceptance Testing.

9.8.2 If the Device does not meet the standard of performance or specifications during the initial period of Acceptance Testing, Purchasing Entity may, at its discretion, continue Acceptance Testing on a day -to-day basis until the standard of performance is met.

9.8.3 Upon rejection, the Contractor will have fifteen (15) calendar days to cure. If after the cure period, the Device still has not met the standard of performance or specifications, the Purchasing Entity may, at its option: (a) declare Contractor to be in breach and terminate the Order; (b) demand replacement Device from Contractor at no additional cost to Purchasing Entity; or, (c) continue the cure period for an additional time period agreed upon by the Purchasing Entity and the Contractor.

9.8.4 Contractor sha ll pay all costs related to the preparation and shipping of Device returned pursuant to the section.

9.8.5 No Device will be deemed Accepted and no charges will be paid until the standard of performance or specification is met.

X. Warranty

10.1 Applicability. Unless otherwise specified in the Master Agreement, Participating Addendum, or ordering document, the terms of this section X will apply.

10.2 The warranty period shall begin upon Acceptance of the Device, and shall be for a minimum of ninety (90) days for purchase, lease and rental Devices. This warranty shall be extended to all Devices acquired under the Master Agreement, including Remanufactured and/or Refurbished Devices.

10.3 Devices that are sold under the resulting Master Agreement will come with the standard features as published on the Manufacturers website, and will not deviate from the stated specifications.

10.4 Devices shall be in good working order, free from any defects in material and workmanship, and fit for the ordinary purposes they are intended to serve.

10.5 If defects are identified, per mutual agreement of Contractor and the Purchasing Entity, Contractor obligations shall be limited solely to the repair or replacement of Devices proven to be defective upon inspection.

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10.6 Replacement of Devices shall be on a like -for-like basis and shall be at no cost to the Purchasing Entity.

10.7 Repair of defective parts and/or Devices shall be at no cost to the Purchasing Entity.

10.8 Upon significant failure of a Device, the warranty period shall commence again for a minimum of ninety (90 ) days. Significant failure shall be determined by the Participating State.

10.9 Contractor warranty obligations shall not apply if:

10.9.1 The Device is installed, wired, modified, altered, or serviced by anyone other than Contractor and/or their Authorized Dealer;

10.9.2 If a defective or non-authorized Accessory, Supply, software, or part is attached to, or used in the Device; and

10.9.3 The Device is relocated to any place where Contractor Services are not available.

10.10 Contractor agrees to perform its Services in a professional manner, consistent with applicable industry standards.

10.11 It will be at the discretion of each Participating State or Entity to negotiate additional warranty requirements with the Contractor.

10.12 Lemon Clause

10.12.1 This clause shall apply to all Devices that are purchased, leased, or rented under the Contractor’s Master Agreement.

10.12.2 This clause shall not apply if Supplies are used in the Devices that were not manufactured, provided, or authorized by the Contractor.

10.12.3 The application period is thirty-six (36) months from the date of Acceptance.

10.12.4 This clause shall take precedence over any other warranty or Services clauses associated with the Contractor’s Master Agreement , or as specified by a Participating State or Entity in their Participating Addendum.

10.12.5 A Purchasing Entity must maintain an uninterrupted Maintenance Agreement on all purchased Devices in order for this clause to apply past the initial ninety (90) day warranty.

10.12.6 Any Device that fails (except due to operator error) to function in accordance with the Manufacturer’s published performance specifications, four (4) times in any four (4) week period and/or is subject to recurring related problems, shall be replaced with a new Device that meets or exceeds the requirements of the original Device, at no cost to the Purchasing Entity.

10.13 Rights Reserved. The rights and remedies of the parties under this warranty are in addition to any other rights and remedies of the parties provided by law or equity, including, without limitation, actual damages, and, as applicable and awarded under the law, to a prevailing party, reasonable attorneys’ fees and costs.

XI. Equipment Title

11.1 Conveyance of Title. Contractor shall have exclusive title to the Devices being delivered and the Devices shall be free and clear of all liens, encumbrance s, and security interests.

Title to the Device shall only pass to the Purchasing Entity upon:

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11.1.1 Purchasing Entity up-front purchase of the Device;

11.1.2 Purchasing Entity exercising the purchase option at the end of an FMV Lease;

11.1.3 Expiration of a Purchasing Entity’s Capital Lease; or

11.1.4 Purchasing Entity has secured Third Party financing and payment is being mad e directly to the Contractor by the Purchasing Entity.

11.2 Embedded Software. Transfer of title to the Device must include an irrevocable and perpetual license to use any Embedded Software in the Device. If Purchasing Entity subsequently transfers title of the Device to another entity, Purchasing Entity shall have the right to transfer the license to use the Embedded Software with the transfer of Device title.

A subsequent transfer of this software license will be at no additional cost or charge to either Purchasing Entity or Purchasing Entity’s transferee.

11.3 License of Pre-Existing Intellectual Property. Contractor grants to the Purchasing Entity a nonexclusive, perpetual, royalty -free, irrevocable, license to use, publish, translate, reproduce, transfer with any sale of tangible media or Product, perform, display, and dispose of the Intellectual Property, and its derivatives, used or delivered under this Master Agreement, but not created under it (“Pre -existing Intellectual Property”). The Contractor shall be responsible for ensuring that this license is consistent with any third-party rights in the Pre-existing Intellectual Property.

XII. Indemnification

12.1 General Indemnification. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless NASPO, NASPO ValuePoint, the Lead State, Participating Entities, and Purchasing Entities, along with their officers and employees, from and a gainst third -party claims, damages or causes of action including reasonable attorneys’ fees and related costs for any death, injury, or damage to tangible property arising from any act, error, or omission of the Contractor, its employees or subcontractors or volunteers, at any tier, relating to performance under this Master Agreement.

12.2 Intellectual Property Indemnification. The Contractor shall defend, indemnify and hold harmless NASPO, NASPO ValuePoint, the Lead State, Participating Entities, Purchasing Entities, along with their officers and employees ("Indemnified Party"), from and against claims, damages or causes of action including reasonable attorneys’ fees and related costs arising out of the claim that the Product or its use infringes Intellectual Property rights of another person or entity ("Intellectual Property Claim").

12.2.1 The Contractor’s obligations under this section will not extend to any combination of the Product with any other product, system or method, unless the Product, system or method is:

12.2.1.1 provided by the Contractor or the Contractor’s subsidiaries or affiliates;

12.2.1.2 specified by the Contractor to work with the Product;

12.2.1.3 reasonably required to use the Product in its intended manner, and the infringement could not have been avoided by substituting another reasonably available product, system or method capable of performing the same function; or

12.2.1.4 reasonably expected to be used in combination with the Product, system or method.

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12.2.2 The Indemnified Party shall notify the Contractor within a reasonable time after receiving notice of an Intellectual Property Claim. Even if the Indemnified Party fails to provide reasonable not ice, the Contractor shall not be relieved from its obligations unless the Contractor can demonstrate that it was prejudiced in defending the Intellectual Property Claim resulting in increased expenses or loss to the Contractor. If the Contractor promptly a nd reasonably investigates and defends any Intellectual Property Claim, it shall have control over the defense and settlement of the Intellectual Property Claim. However, the Indemnified Party must consent in writing for any money damages or obligations fo r which it may be responsible.

12.2.3 The Indemnified Party shall furnish, at the Contractor’s reasonable request and expense, information and assistance necessary for such defense. If the Contractor fails to vigorously pursue the defense or settlement of the Intellectual Property Claim, the Indemnified Party may assume the defense or settlement of the Intellectual Property Claim and the Contractor shall be liable for all costs and expenses, including reasonable attorneys’ fees and related costs, incurred by the Indemnified Party in the pursuit of the Intellectual Property Claim.

12.2.4 Unless otherwise set forth herein, section 12.2 is not subject to any limitations of liability in this Master Agreement or in any other document executed in conjunction with this Master Agreement.

XIII. Insurance

13.1 Unless otherwise agreed in a Participating Addendum, Contractor shall, during the term of this Master Agreement, maintain in full force and effect, the insurance described in this section. Contractor shall acquire such insurance from an insurance carrier or carriers licensed to conduct business in each Participating Entity’s state and having a rating of A -, Class VII or better, in the most recently published edition of Best’s Reports. Failure to buy and maintain the required insurance may result in this Master Agreement’s termination or, at a Participating Entity’s option; result in termination of its Participating Addendum.

13.2 Coverage shall be written on an occurrence basis , except for Cyber Liability, which is written on a claims made basis. The minimum acceptable limits shall be as indicated below, with no deductible for each of the following categories:

13.2.1 Commercial General Liability covering premises oper ations, Products and completed operations, blanket contractual liability, personal injury (including death), advertising liability, and property damage, with a limit of not less than $1 million per occurrence, $2 million general aggregate, $2 million Products and completed operations aggregate and $50,000 and any one fire. If any aggregate limit is reduced below $2,000,000 because of claims made or paid, the Contractor shall immediately obtain additional insurance to restore the full aggregate limit and furnish to the Participating Entity, a certificate or other document satisfactory to the Participating Entity, showing compliance with this provision.

13.2.2 Cyber Liability covering claims and losses with respect to network, internet (Cloud) or other data disclosure risks (such as data breaches, releases of Confidential Information, unauthorized access/use of information, and identity theft) with minimum limits of not less than $1,000,000 per claim and $1,000,000 aggregate.

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March 17, 2026