AGENDA
NEWMAN CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 28, 2025
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM, 6:30 P.M., 938 FRESNO STREET NOTICE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT (CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54950, ET SEQ.) AND THE FEDERAL AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. Call To Order.
2. Roll Call.
3. Items From The Public.
4. Adjourn To Closed Session
a. Conference With Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation Significant Exposure To Litigation - Pursuant To Gov. Code, § 54956.9(d): (One Case)
b. Conference With Legal Counsel - Initiation Of Litigation Pursuant To California Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4): (One Case).
c. Return To Open Session.
5. Adjournment.
AGENDA
NEWMAN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 28, 2025
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M., 938 FRESNO STREET
NOTICE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT (CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54950, ET SEQ.) AND THE FEDERAL AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. Call To Order.
2. Pledge Of Allegiance.
3. Invocation.
4. Roll Call.
5. Declaration Of Conflicts Of Interest.
6. Ceremonial Matters.
7. Items from the Public - Non-Agenda Items.
8. Consent Calendar
a. Waive All Readings Of Ordinances And Resolutions Except By Title. b. Approval Of Warrants. (View Warrant/Check Register)
c. Approval Of Minutes Of The October 14, 2025 Meetings. (View Minutes) d. Adopt Resolution No. 2025- , A Resolution Authorizing The City Manager Or Fire Chief To Execute An Agreement With The Department Of Forestry And Fire Protection For Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program Funding. (View Report)
9. Public Hearings.
10. Regular Business
a. Adopt Resolution No. 2025- , A Resolution Adopting The Delta-Mendota Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority Agreement And Authorizing The City Manager To Sign On Behalf Of The City Of Newman Groundwater Sustainability Agency. (View Report)
b. Adopt Resolution No. 2025- , A Resolution Adopting The Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy. (View Report)
11. Items From District Five Stanislaus County Supervisor.
12. Items From The City Manager And Staff.
13. Items From City Council Members.
14. Adjournment.
Calendar of Events
October 28– City Council - 7:00 P.M.
October 31 – Halloween.
October 31 – Trunk Or Treat Halloween Event – 5:00 P.M. – 7:00 P.M.
November 1 – Citywide Curbside Leaf And Brush Pick-Up Begins; Pick-Up Ends March 31st.
November 4 – Election Day.
November 11 – Veterans’ Day – City Offices Closed.
November 11 – City Council – Cancelled.
November 12 – Special City Council – 7:00 P.M.
November 20 – Planning Commission – 7:00 P.M.
November 25 – City Council – Cancelled.
November 27-28 – Thanksgiving Holiday– City Offices Closed.
AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description AAA Workspace 60-50-6300 49.15 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 63-56-6300 28.57 $ 127017 10/13/2025 Pens, Binder Clips, Paper Clips, Register Tape, Ink PadAAA Workspace 60-50-6300 88.06 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 10-14-6300 (49.15) $ 127017 10/13/2025 Return of TonerAAA Workspace 60-50-6300 28.57 $ 127017 10/13/2025 Pens, Binder Clips, Paper Clips, Register Tape, Ink PadAAA Workspace 10-14-6300 49.15 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 63-56-6300 88.06 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 10-22-6300 96.19 $ 127017 10/13/2025 Paper, Batteries, Plug InsAAA Workspace 63-56-6300 (49.15) $ 127017 10/13/2025 Return of TonerAAA Workspace 10-14-6300 88.06 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 10-14-6300 28.58 $ 127017 10/13/2025 Pens, Binder Clips, Paper Clips, Register Tape, Ink PadAAA Workspace 63-56-6300 49.15 $ 127017 10/13/2025 TonerAAA Workspace 60-50-6300 (49.15) $ 127017 10/13/2025 Return of Toner $ 127017 Total 446.09
Alcantar Martha 10-00-2840 300.00 $ 127068 10/22/2025 Memorial Building Rental DepositRefund/ Alcantar $ 127068 Total 300.00
Animal Damage Management, Inc 69-47-6200 940.00 $ 127019 10/13/2025 Gopher, Ground Squirrel, VoleControl@ Sherman, BarringtonPa $ 127019 Total 940.00
AT&T MOBILITY 10-03-6420 92.07 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25 AT&T MOBILITY 10-07-6420 23.58 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 63-56-6420 389.20 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-22-6420 264.74 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-02-6420 19.31 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-21-6420 603.29 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-45-6420 31.43 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 22-20-6420 8.98 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-44-6420 88.66 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 60-50-6420 469.02 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-33-6420 92.81 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 69-47-6420 84.42 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 73-70-6420 11.21 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25AT&T MOBILITY 10-06-6420 60.51 $ 127069 10/22/2025 Cell Phone Use 9-03-25 to10-02-25 $ 127069 Total 2,239.23
AutoZone MS #1 10-21-6530 38.81 $ 127020 10/13/2025 Windshield WipersAutoZone MS #1 60-50-6530 51.24 $ 127020 10/13/2025 HoseAutoZone MS #1 10-21-6530 38.81 $ 127020 10/13/2025 Windshield Wipers $ 127020 Total 128.86
AvidWater, LLC 69-47-6300 2.56 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description AvidWater, LLC 60-50-6300 73.05 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 60-50-6225 1,194.65 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 63-56-6225 86.57 $ 127070 10/22/2025 suction hose, PVC clear 4" (100'/roll) AvidWater, LLC 63-56-6300 1.16 $ 127070 10/22/2025 BootsAvidWater, LLC 69-47-6300 18.63 $ 127070 10/22/2025 BootsAvidWater, LLC 63-56-6300 24.58 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 63-56-6300 43.13 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 63-56-6300 70.12 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 60-50-6300 66.13 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Supplies AvidWater, LLC 10-33-6300 18.64 $ 127070 10/22/2025 BootsAvidWater, LLC 10-44-6225 86.57 $ 127070 10/22/2025 suction hose, PVC clear 4" (100'/roll) AvidWater, LLC 10-44-6300 6.99 $ 127070 10/22/2025 BootsAvidWater, LLC 60-50-6225 86.57 $ 127070 10/22/2025 suction hose, PVC clear 4" (100'/roll) AvidWater, LLC 69-47-6225 86.57 $ 127070 10/22/2025 suction hose, PVC clear 4" (100'/roll) AvidWater, LLC 60-50-6300 1.16 $ 127070 10/22/2025 Boots $ 127070 Total 1,867.08
Backflow Distributors, Inc 63-56-6200 143.49 $ 127071 10/22/2025 Backflow $ 127071 Total 143.49
Badger Meter 63-56-6350 108.32 $ 127021 10/13/2025 Beacons $ 127021 Total 108.32
Baker Dorothy June 10-44-6300 97.45 $ 127022 10/13/2025 Saw Head, PrunerBaker Dorothy June 69-47-6300 97.44 $ 127022 10/13/2025 Saw Head, PrunerBaker Dorothy June 10-44-6225 152.65 $ 127022 10/13/2025 Service KitBaker Dorothy June 10-33-6300 97.44 $ 127022 10/13/2025 Saw Head, Pruner $ 127022 Total 444.98
BARTON OVERHEAD DOOR, INC 10-22-6300 190.00 $ 127023 10/13/2025 Repair on Door at Fire Station $ 127023 Total 190.00
BARTON OVERHEAD DOOR, INC 10-22-6300 211.60 $ 127072 10/22/2025 Repair on Door at Fire Station $ 127072 Total 211.60
Bertolotti Newman Disposal 10-33-6220 369.65 $ 127073 10/22/2025 10 Yard Trash Bin & StreetSweepingDebris/ September 2025 Bertolotti Newman Disposal 10-33-6220 919.84 $ 127073 10/22/2025 26 Yard Trash Bin & StreetSweepingDebris/ September 2025Bertolotti Newman Disposal 69-47-6220 369.66 $ 127073 10/22/2025 10 Yard Trash Bin & StreetSweepingDebris/ September 2025Bertolotti Newman Disposal 69-47-6220 919.84 $ 127073 10/22/2025 26 Yard Trash Bin & StreetSweepingDebris/ September 2025 $ 127073 Total 2,578.99
BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-07-6200 53.49 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-07-6200 148.49 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025 BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-44-6200 53.48 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-07-6665 63.99 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City WellsBJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-21-6200 63.48 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025 AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 60-50-6200 33.53 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-22-6200 63.48 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 63-56-6200 88.59 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025BJ's Consumers Choice Pest Control, Inc 10-44-6660 53.47 $ 127074 10/22/2025 Pest Control Services/City Hall1162 Main/ September 2025 $ 127074 Total 622.00
Borrelli Travis 69-47-6200 185.79 $ 127059 10/13/2025 Portable Restroom RentalService Borrelli Travis 69-47-6200 185.74 $ 127059 10/13/2025 Portable Restroom RentalService $ 127059 Total 371.53
Borrelli Travis 69-47-6200 185.74 $ 127075 10/22/2025 Portable Restroom Rental Service $ 127075 Total 185.74
BRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6670 51.14 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6660 181.57 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-21-6300 25.57 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6670 49.75 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6665 12.43 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6660 102.26 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6665 12.78 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6300 30.17 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-46-6300 15.09 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6660 99.48 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6300 45.39 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6665 22.69 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6670 90.78 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6300 25.56 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6300 12.79 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-22-6300 22.70 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-21-6300 45.40 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-22-6300 12.78 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-22-6300 15.09 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6300 24.87 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-21-6300 24.87 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-46-6300 22.70 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6660 120.69 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6300 12.43 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-07-6665 15.09 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-46-6300 12.44 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6300 15.08 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6300 22.69 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-44-6670 60.35 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning Supplies AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description BRADY INDUSTRIES 10-22-6300 12.44 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-46-6300 12.78 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning SuppliesBRADY INDUSTRIES 10-21-6300 30.17 $ 127025 10/13/2025 Miscellaneous Cleaning Supplies $ 127025 Total 1,260.02
CALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC 60-50-6200 1,166.66 $ 127076 10/22/2025 Grant writing/LobbyingCALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC 10-02-6200 1,166.67 $ 127076 10/22/2025 Grant writing/LobbyingCALIFORNIA CONSULTING, INC 63-56-6200 1,166.67 $ 127076 10/22/2025 Grant writing/Lobbying $ 127076 Total 3,500.00
Canon Financial Services, Inc. 60-50-6200 135.88 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025 Canon Financial Services, Inc. 10-21-6200 351.57 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025Canon Financial Services, Inc. 60-50-6200 95.80 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025Canon Financial Services, Inc. 63-56-6200 135.89 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025Canon Financial Services, Inc. 10-22-6200 377.80 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025Canon Financial Services, Inc. 10-14-6200 95.80 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025Canon Financial Services, Inc. 63-56-6200 95.80 $ 127077 10/22/2025 Contract Charges October2025/CopyCharges September 2025 $ 127077 Total 1,288.54
Cardmember Service 10-45-6739 389.73 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-22-6300 480.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 2025 California Codes Title 24Cardmember Service 69-47-6300 17.81 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Shock MountCardmember Service 10-21-6208 131.40 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Smart Draw SubscriptionCardmember Service 10-45-6735 29.55 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6300 58.90 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Recreation SuppliesCardmember Service 69-47-6300 206.60 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Traffic PaintCardmember Service 10-00-5830 (325.00) $ 127026 10/13/2025 Statement CreditCardmember Service 10-45-6735 224.89 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-33-6300 206.59 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Traffic PaintCardmember Service 10-22-6200 (19.00) $ 127026 10/13/2025 Refund of Disputed ChargeCardmember Service 10-01-6644 18.08 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 578.69 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 69-47-6300 88.94 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Bleed ValveCardmember Service 10-21-6300 92.38 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Utility BeltCardmember Service 10-01-6644 32.59 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6730 29.12 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 60-50-6300 63.35 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-14-6420 211.12 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Telephone Service/Long DistanceSeptember 2025 Cardmember Service 10-45-6739 363.81 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 63-56-6300 6.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Car WashCardmember Service 10-22-6300 158.75 $ 127026 10/13/2025 PostageCardmember Service 10-01-6644 296.24 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival Supplies AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Cardmember Service 10-45-6735 13.99 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6735 640.85 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6735 48.15 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 63-56-6300 6.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Car WashCardmember Service 10-21-6300 (32.34) $ 127026 10/13/2025 Return of Belt LoopsCardmember Service 10-33-6300 88.94 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Bleed ValveCardmember Service 60-50-6300 9.91 $ 127026 10/13/2025 CrayonsCardmember Service 10-45-6739 286.75 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-21-6300 186.35 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Tactical LightCardmember Service 10-45-6739 305.01 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6300 178.38 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Recycle BinsCardmember Service 60-50-6300 6.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Car WashCardmember Service 10-45-6739 850.67 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 462.72 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6690 62.67 $ 127026 10/13/2025 GasCardmember Service 69-47-6300 61.48 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Shock MountCardmember Service 10-07-6300 69.80 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Plug InsCardmember Service 10-45-6735 33.50 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-21-6300 7.82 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Name TapeCardmember Service 10-01-6644 50.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 98.97 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 54.75 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-21-6300 233.62 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Holster, Mouthguard, Airsoft MagazineCardmember Service 10-22-6300 8.40 $ 127026 10/13/2025 PostageCardmember Service 10-00-5830 50.30 $ 127026 10/13/2025 LunchCardmember Service 60-50-6300 19.95 $ 127026 10/13/2025 CrayonsCardmember Service 10-41-6200 88.09 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Recycle BinsCardmember Service 10-22-6200 19.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Disputed ChargeCardmember Service 10-45-6739 1,055.25 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-21-6300 161.82 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Radio PlugsCardmember Service 60-50-6675 48.21 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Storm Water ApplicaƟon/Spankowski Cardmember Service 63-56-6420 211.12 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Telephone Service/Long DistanceSeptember 2025Cardmember Service 10-45-6735 77.64 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 60-50-6300 16.32 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Gatorade, WaterCardmember Service 10-01-6644 27.90 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-03-6265 69.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 JoomatoolsCardmember Service 10-45-6739 234.71 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 60-50-6420 211.12 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Telephone Service/Long DistanceSeptember 2025Cardmember Service 10-22-6420 415.95 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Telephone Service/Long DistanceSeptember 2025 AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Cardmember Service 10-33-6300 93.84 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Acme ToolsCardmember Service 17-33-7745 153.25 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Door HangersCardmember Service 60-50-6675 1,753.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Storm Water ApplicaƟon/Spankowski Cardmember Service 68-68-6620 48.50 $ 127026 10/13/2025 No Smoking SignCardmember Service 10-03-6300 3.99 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Blue HostCardmember Service 10-22-6300 8.40 $ 127026 10/13/2025 PostageCardmember Service 10-22-6300 16.20 $ 127026 10/13/2025 ActiveAlert Subscription RenewalCardmember Service 10-45-6739 71.96 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 60-50-6300 22.51 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Rain GaugeCardmember Service 10-21-6200 10.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Car WashCardmember Service 10-45-6735 26.94 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-22-6300 216.53 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Wildland PantsCardmember Service 10-22-6690 275.10 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival Volunteer LunchCardmember Service 10-07-6300 63.17 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Lysol SprayCardmember Service 10-33-6300 61.47 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Shock MountCardmember Service 10-45-6735 29.11 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-21-6200 10.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Scheduling SoftwareCardmember Service 10-07-6300 148.88 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Lysol WipesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 113.92 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 10-03-6300 34.18 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Blue HostCardmember Service 10-45-6739 53.89 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar SuppliesCardmember Service 60-50-6300 84.93 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Motion Detector, PensCardmember Service 60-50-6300 6.00 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Car WashCardmember Service 10-00-5830 (19.00) $ 127026 10/13/2025 Refund of Disputed ChargeCardmember Service 10-45-6420 211.12 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Telephone Service/Long DistanceSeptember 2025Cardmember Service 60-50-6300 15.09 $ 127026 10/13/2025 WhiteboardCardmember Service 10-01-6644 23.60 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Fall Festival SuppliesCardmember Service 10-22-6300 8.40 $ 127026 10/13/2025 PostageCardmember Service 10-33-6300 17.80 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Shock MountCardmember Service 10-45-6735 74.35 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Soccer SuppliesCardmember Service 10-45-6739 78.93 $ 127026 10/13/2025 Teen Center Snack Bar Supplies $ 127026 Total 13,495.37
CBA (ADMIN FEES) 10-00-2261 312.00 $ 127027 10/13/2025 Dental-Vision Admin Fees/October 2025 $ 127027 Total 312.00
Cen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 69-47-6530 9.71 $ 127043 10/13/2025 AntifreezeCen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 10-33-6530 9.70 $ 127043 10/13/2025 AntifreezeCen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 60-50-6530 48.54 $ 127043 10/13/2025 HoseCen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 10-22-6300 17.24 $ 127043 10/13/2025 Armor All $ 127043 Total 85.19
AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
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Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Cen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 60-50-6530 6.24 $ 127078 10/22/2025 Napa Quart Cen-Cal Auto & Truck Parts/ NAPA 60-50-6530 18.92 $ 127078 10/22/2025 Fuel Cap $ 127078 Total 25.16
CODE PUBLISHING COMPANY 10-03-6265 469.00 $ 127028 10/13/2025 Municipal Code Update $ 127028 Total 469.00
COMCAST CABLE 10-14-6420 220.77 $ 127079 10/22/2025 High speed internet/sewerCOMCAST CABLE 10-21-6420 172.77 $ 127079 10/22/2025 High SReed Internet 9-6-25 to10-5-25/ PD $ 127079 Total 393.54
CRESCENT SUPPLY CO. #1 10-21-6300 81.65 $ 127080 10/22/2025 Uniforms/ RodriguezCRESCENT SUPPLY CO. #1 10-21-6300 356.00 $ 127080 10/22/2025 Uniforms/ KennedyCRESCENT SUPPLY CO. #1 10-21-6300 39.18 $ 127080 10/22/2025 Uniforms/ Rodriguez $ 127080 Total 476.83
CSJVRMA 10-00-5831 1,440.25 $ 127018 10/13/2025 Salary Over-Payment/ Randy Richardson $ 127018 Total 1,440.25
Dave's Drain Cleaning & Plumbing 69-47-6200 502.85 $ 127029 10/13/2025 Plumbing Repair at ShermanPark $ 127029 Total 502.85
Ditch Witch Central California 69-47-6225 52.52 $ 127081 10/22/2025 Ditch Witch RepairsDitch Witch Central California 60-50-6225 52.51 $ 127081 10/22/2025 Ditch Witch RepairsDitch Witch Central California 63-56-6225 52.52 $ 127081 10/22/2025 Ditch Witch Repairs $ 127081 Total 157.55
Division of the State Architect 29-00-2601 1,120.00 $ 127030 10/13/2025 AB-1379 FeesPayable/July-September2025 Division of the State Architect 10-00-5095 (1,008.00) $ 127030 10/13/2025 AB-1379 FeesPayable/July-September2025 $ 127030 Total 112.00
Dominguez Prudente Araceli 10-00-2841 20.00 $ 127082 10/22/2025 Pioneer Park Rental DepositRefund/ Prudente $ 127082 Total 20.00
Dooley Enterprises, Inc 10-21-6300 1,018.14 $ 127031 10/13/2025 Ammunition $ 127031 Total 1,018.14
ECONOMIC TIRE SHOP 60-50-6530 25.00 $ 127083 10/22/2025 Tire Repair- WWTP $ 127083 Total 25.00
ENTENMANN-ROVIN CO. 10-21-6300 165.00 $ 127032 10/13/2025 Newman PD Dome Badge $ 127032 Total 165.00
Ford Amy 10-22-6300 32.58 $ 127084 10/22/2025 Reimbursement for Basket Raffle/ Ford Ford Amy 10-22-6300 53.20 $ 127084 10/22/2025 Reimbursement for Trunk or Treat / Ford $ 127084 Total 85.78
Garcia Armando 10-33-6200 1,650.00 $ 127065 10/13/2025 General Tree Services $ 127065 Total 1,650.00
Garcia Armando 10-33-6200 1,650.00 $ 127085 10/22/2025 General Tree ServicesGarcia Armando 10-33-6200 1,690.00 $ 127085 10/22/2025 General Tree Services $ 127085 Total 3,340.00
AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
8 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Garcia Bonifacio 60-50-6300 22.71 $ 127024 10/13/2025 Permatex, Grease $ 127024 Total 22.71
GARTON TRACTOR 10-44-6225 144.68 $ 127086 10/22/2025 Blade $ 127086 Total 144.68
GEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 60-50-6200 120.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BOD, TSSGEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 63-56-6200 230.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BacƟ, Nitrate as N, EDTReporƟng GEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 63-56-6200 192.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BactiGEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 60-50-6200 759.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BOD, TSS, Nitrate as N. TKN,Total NitrogenGEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 63-56-6200 192.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BactiGEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 63-56-6200 192.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BactiGEOANALYTICAL LAB, INC. 60-50-6200 120.00 $ 127033 10/13/2025 BOD, TSS $ 127033 Total 1,805.00
GEORGE W. LOWRY, INC 60-50-6500 1,605.59 $ 127087 10/22/2025 420 Gallons Unleaded GasDelivered @ WWTP $ 127087 Total 1,605.59
Gonzalez Noemi 10-00-2840 300.00 $ 127034 10/13/2025 Memorial Building Rental DepositRefund/ Gonzalez $ 127034 Total 300.00
Gouveia Engineering, Inc 24-32-7781 4,247.36 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.180 Main St &Stanislaus Gouveia Engineering, Inc 28-33-7715 10,818.68 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.20 2024 Slurry SealsGouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 1,115.63 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 595.11 STBGGouveia Engineering, Inc 17-33-7745 133.88 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 520.03 T St Specific PlanGouveia Engineering, Inc 17-36-7780 4,855.25 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 555.04-3.2 NEWS Construction Implement Gouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 781.73 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 575.16 PomeƩa ParcelMap Gouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 624.75 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 525.01 Public Works GeneralGouveia Engineering, Inc 20-44-7786 157.50 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.17D CDBG Steff/Sunrise Park ImproveGouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 207.38 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 510.02 Annual DBE/QAPProgramGouveia Engineering, Inc 18-32-7771 12,859.50 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.21 SS4AGouveia Engineering, Inc 23-33-6210 1,247.91 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.19D 2023 Measure LGouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 1,938.04 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.01 Streets GeneralGouveia Engineering, Inc 23-33-6200 6,241.20 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.19D 2023 Measure LGouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 799.05 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 585.17 Inyo Ave-CUP24-03Gouveia Engineering, Inc 23-33-6220 624.77 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 545.19D 2023 Measure LGouveia Engineering, Inc 10-31-6200 63.53 $ 127088 10/22/2025 Project 510.04 ADA Self-Evaluation/Transition Plan $ 127088 Total 46,716.16
Guerrero's Tire and Auto Repair, LLC 63-56-6530 21.34 $ 127035 10/13/2025 Repair of Flat Tire onSpray Rig/ PW Guerrero's Tire and Auto Repair, LLC 10-33-6530 21.33 $ 127035 10/13/2025 Repair of Flat Tire onSpray Rig/ PWGuerrero's Tire and Auto Repair, LLC 10-44-6530 21.33 $ 127035 10/13/2025 Repair of Flat Tire onSpray Rig/ PW $ 127035 Total 64.00
Guerrero's Tire and Auto Repair, LLC 63-56-6530 20.00 $ 127089 10/22/2025 Tire DismountGuerrero's Tire and Auto Repair, LLC 10-21-6530 30.00 $ 127089 10/22/2025 Repair of Flat Tire on Chevy/ Animal Control AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
9 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127089 Total 50.00
Hensler Alicia 10-00-2841 20.00 $ 127090 10/22/2025 Pioneer Park Rental DepositRefund/ Hensler $ 127090 Total 20.00
Hill's Pet Nutrition Sales, Inc 10-21-6208 169.99 $ 127036 10/13/2025 Shelter Supplies $ 127036 Total 169.99
HINDERLITER, dELLAMAS & ASSOCIATES 10-14-6200 750.00 $ 127037 10/13/2025 Audit Services- Sales Tax 1stQuarter 2025 $ 127037 Total 750.00
HOLLAND (NT) MICHAEL 10-02-6170 740.50 $ 127038 10/13/2025 Reimbursement for LifeInsurance/Holland $ 127038 Total 740.50
HOWK SYSTEMS, INC. 60-50-6225 34,770.19 $ 127091 10/22/2025 Emergency Repairs for 50hp $ 127091 Total 34,770.19
INFOSEND, INC 60-50-6200 1,581.78 $ 127092 10/22/2025 UƟlity Bill & Late NoƟceMailing September 2025 INFOSEND, INC 63-56-6200 1,581.78 $ 127092 10/22/2025 UƟlity Bill & Late NoƟceMailing September 2025 $ 127092 Total 3,163.56
IWORQ SYSTEMS 69-47-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026 IWORQ SYSTEMS 60-50-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026IWORQ SYSTEMS 10-06-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026IWORQ SYSTEMS 63-56-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026IWORQ SYSTEMS 10-44-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026IWORQ SYSTEMS 10-33-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026IWORQ SYSTEMS 10-21-6200 400.00 $ 127039 10/13/2025 Work Management SoŌwareNovember 2025 to Oct 2026 $ 127039 Total 2,800.00
JG Nurseries LLC 10-44-6300 32.36 $ 127040 10/13/2025 Tree Ties $ 127040 Total 32.36
JOE'S LANDSCAPING & CONCR 69-47-6200 14,325.06 $ 127093 10/22/2025 Maintenance Service For TheMonth of september $ 127093 Total 14,325.06
Knife River 63-56-6300 16.18 $ 127094 10/22/2025 Concrete SandKnife River 10-33-6300 175.96 $ 127094 10/22/2025 Concrete SandKnife River 10-33-6300 16.18 $ 127094 10/22/2025 Concrete SandKnife River 63-56-6300 175.96 $ 127094 10/22/2025 Concrete Sand $ 127094 Total 384.28
Liebert Cassidy Whitmore 10-15-6200 1,425.00 $ 127095 10/22/2025 Professional Services RenderedThrough 9-31-25 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore 10-15-6200 1,583.00 $ 127095 10/22/2025 Professional Services RenderedThrough 9-31-25 $ 127095 Total 3,008.00
Lightning Flash Electric Company 10-33-6200 1,001.18 $ 127096 10/22/2025 Repair on circuits $ 127096 Total 1,001.18
Lou's Gloves, Inc 63-56-6300 132.00 $ 127041 10/13/2025 Nitrile GlovesLou's Gloves, Inc 69-47-6300 132.00 $ 127041 10/13/2025 Nitrile GlovesLou's Gloves, Inc 10-33-6300 132.00 $ 127041 10/13/2025 Nitrile Gloves AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
10 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Lou's Gloves, Inc 10-44-6300 132.00 $ 127041 10/13/2025 Nitrile GlovesLou's Gloves, Inc 60-50-6300 132.00 $ 127041 10/13/2025 Nitrile Gloves $ 127041 Total 660.00
Madrigal Marisol 10-00-2841 20.00 $ 127097 10/22/2025 Pioneer Park Rental DepositRefund/ Madrigal $ 127097 Total 20.00
Martinez Automotive Garage, Inc 69-47-6530 141.19 $ 127098 10/22/2025 Service on Ford F-150Martinez Automotive Garage, Inc 60-50-6530 141.19 $ 127098 10/22/2025 Service on Ford F-150 $ 127098 Total 282.38
Mattos Newspapers, Inc 10-21-6300 95.00 $ 127099 10/22/2025 Banners $ 127099 Total 95.00
McKesson Medical-Surgical 10-22-6300 89.96 $ 127100 10/22/2025 EMS SuppliesMcKesson Medical-Surgical 10-22-6300 52.06 $ 127100 10/22/2025 EMS SuppliesMcKesson Medical-Surgical 10-22-6300 374.14 $ 127100 10/22/2025 Respirator Masks $ 127100 Total 516.16
Merced County Sheriff's Office 10-21-6695 400.00 $ 127042 10/13/2025 2026 Training Workshop/ Richardson, Short $ 127042 Total 400.00
Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 4,727.72 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 588.60 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 8,234.66 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 829.50 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 1,135.36 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 94.20 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026 Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 8,117.90 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 2,878.62 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 2,090.08 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 12,133.56 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 595.14 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 1,240.74 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 1,335.12 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026Merced County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 9,073.34 $ 127101 10/22/2025 Property Tax 07-01-2025 to 6-30-2026 $ 127101 Total 53,074.54
MID VALLEY IT, INC 10-21-6200 3,228.00 $ 127102 10/22/2025 IT CONTRACT/PDMID VALLEY IT, INC 60-50-6200 1,614.00 $ 127102 10/22/2025 IT CONTRACT/PDMID VALLEY IT, INC 63-56-6200 1,614.00 $ 127102 10/22/2025 IT CONTRACT/PDMID VALLEY IT, INC 10-14-6200 1,614.00 $ 127102 10/22/2025 IT CONTRACT/PD $ 127102 Total 8,070.00
Muniquip, LLC 60-50-6225 2,870.77 $ 127103 10/22/2025 Lift Station Repair Parts $ 127103 Total 2,870.77
NBS 69-47-6200 3,378.88 $ 127044 10/13/2025 Quarterly Admin Fees 10-1-25thru12-31-26 /LLD AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
11 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127044 Total 3,378.88
NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 36.40 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning Supplies NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 23.17 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 31.46 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 68.49 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 60-50-6300 26.95 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-22-6300 58.61 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning Supplies $ 127045 Total 245.08
NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 6.05 $ 127104 10/22/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning, Supplies $ 127104 Total 6.05
NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 3.87 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning Supplies $ 127045 Total 3.87
NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 45.30 $ 127104 10/22/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning, Supplies $ 127104 Total 45.30
NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 69-47-6300 5.38 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning Supplies NEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 18.53 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 60-50-6300 144.83 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 60-50-6300 73.33 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-22-6300 12.93 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 63-56-6300 1.93 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-21-6300 8.20 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 21.07 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 28.43 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 69-47-6300 7.85 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 60-50-6300 1.93 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 14.01 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-33-6300 7.85 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 7.54 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 63-56-6300 14.01 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-22-6300 67.25 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-01-6644 95.94 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-01-6620 16.17 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 60-50-6300 79.40 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 21.55 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-44-6300 33.41 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 41.71 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-07-6300 7.94 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning SuppliesNEWMAN ACE HARDWARE/JACT, 10-33-6300 47.42 $ 127045 10/13/2025 BaƩeries, Misc Tools, Light Bulbs,Cleaning Supplies $ 127045 Total 778.61
AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
12 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description Nutrien Ag Solutions Inc 60-50-6230 27,206.00 $ 127046 10/13/2025 Alfalfa Seed $ 127046 Total 27,206.00
Nutrien Ag Solutions Inc 60-50-6230 4,000.00 $ 127105 10/22/2025 Forage mix $ 127105 Total 4,000.00
O'Connor & Company 10-14-6205 1,945.83 $ 127047 10/13/2025 Accounting ServicesO'Connor & Company 63-56-6205 1,945.84 $ 127047 10/13/2025 Accounting ServicesO'Connor & Company 60-50-6205 1,945.83 $ 127047 10/13/2025 Accounting Services $ 127047 Total 5,837.50
One Step GPS LLC 60-50-6200 153.45 $ 127106 10/22/2025 GPS Fleet Tracking SoftwareOne Step GPS LLC 10-21-6200 223.20 $ 127106 10/22/2025 GPS Fleet Tracking SoftwareOne Step GPS LLC 10-22-6200 69.75 $ 127106 10/22/2025 GPS Fleet Tracking SoftwareOne Step GPS LLC 63-56-6200 153.45 $ 127106 10/22/2025 GPS Fleet Tracking Software $ 127106 Total 599.85
Operating Engineers Public & Misc Employees 10-00-2260 1,164.00 $ 127048 10/13/2025 Health Insurance Premium/November2025/ Caetano $ 127048 Total 1,164.00
Overhaul Construction Inc 10-07-6200 8,400.00 $ 127107 10/22/2025 Replacement of laminate flooring $ 127107 Total 8,400.00
P G & E 63-56-6410 978.62 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric @ City Hall9-4-25 to 10-3-2Natural Gas Pumped P G & E 63-56-6510 56.40 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 P G & E 69-47-6510 281.99 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 P G & E 60-50-6510 56.40 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 P G & E 10-46-6410 635.43 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 10-45-6410 173.17 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 69-47-6410 4,452.11 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 60-50-6410 978.63 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric @ City Hall9-4-25 to 10-3-2Natural Gas Pumped P G & E 10-33-6410 6,097.65 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 60-50-6410 23,455.26 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 63-56-6410 48,323.29 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 10-44-6410 1,333.96 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 10-21-6510 56.40 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 P G & E 10-33-6510 451.17 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 P G & E 60-50-6410 3,540.39 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Electrical Charges for Solar Meter@WWTP 9-12-25 to 10-13-25 P G & E 10-07-6410 978.63 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric @ City Hall9-4-25 to 10-3-2Natural Gas Pumped P G & E 10-07-6410 4,990.94 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 10-22-6410 2,074.48 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Gas & Electric UseP G & E 10-44-6510 225.59 $ 127108 10/22/2025 Natural Gas Pumped@ CNG Fueling Station 09/09/25 to 10/07/25 $ 127108 Total 99,140.51
Pace Supply Corporation 63-56-6300 1,067.33 $ 127049 10/13/2025 CouplingPace Supply Corporation 63-56-6300 2,831.72 $ 127049 10/13/2025 Saddle, Polymer Concrete, Balls AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
13 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127049 Total 3,899.05
Pace Supply Corporation 63-56-6300 160.60 $ 127109 10/22/2025 Fibrelyte WaterPace Supply Corporation 63-56-6350 4,156.88 $ 127109 10/22/2025 Dual Armor, Meters $ 127109 Total 4,317.48
PARGAZ SARAH 10-00-2841 20.00 $ 127110 10/22/2025 Pioneer Park Rental DepositRefund/ Pargaz $ 127110 Total 20.00
Pete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 461.53 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2022 Dodge DurangoPete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 132.28 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2018 Ford ExplorerPete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 107.62 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2023 Chevy Silverado 1500Pete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 74.73 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2021 Ford ExplorerPete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 74.73 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2023 Ford ExplorerPete's Auto Repair 10-21-6530 74.73 $ 127111 10/22/2025 Oil Change 2020 Ford Police Interceptor Utility $ 127111 Total 925.62
Public Agency Coalition Enterprise 10-00-2260 19,572.11 $ 127113 10/22/2025 Health Insurance Premium/November 2025 $ 127113 Total 19,572.11
Public Agency Coalition Enterprise 10-00-2260 29,131.04 $ 127112 10/22/2025 Health Insurance Premium/November 2025 $ 127112 Total 29,131.04
Quest Diagnostics 10-21-6235 80.88 $ 127050 10/13/2025 Cal/OSHA Required VaccinaƟonsper CCR 5193 $ 127050 Total 80.88
RALEY'S IN STORE CHARGE 10-22-6300 200.00 $ 127051 10/13/2025 Fire Department SuppliesRALEY'S IN STORE CHARGE 10-07-6300 14.01 $ 127051 10/13/2025 City Hall SuppliesRALEY'S IN STORE CHARGE 10-46-6300 58.44 $ 127051 10/13/2025 Corp Yard Supplies $ 127051 Total 272.45
Renewable Fuels Inc 63-56-6225 70.41 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly ServiceRenewable Fuels Inc 10-33-6225 563.29 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly ServiceRenewable Fuels Inc 10-21-6225 70.41 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly ServiceRenewable Fuels Inc 10-44-6225 281.64 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly ServiceRenewable Fuels Inc 60-50-6225 70.41 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly ServiceRenewable Fuels Inc 69-47-6225 352.06 $ 127052 10/13/2025 Quarterly Service $ 127052 Total 1,408.22
Revival Animal Health 10-21-6308 437.96 $ 127114 10/22/2025 Dog Vaccine Supplies $ 127114 Total 437.96
Rick Engineering Company 17-36-7780 348.06 $ 127115 10/22/2025 SWRCB Prop. 1 Storm Water Implementation Grant $ 127115 Total 348.06
RRM DESIGN GROUP, INC. 17-44-7780 46,400.25 $ 127116 10/22/2025 Newman Nature Park $ 127116 Total 46,400.25
SAFE-T-LITE 10-01-6644 2,572.82 $ 127053 10/13/2025 Barricade Rental for Fall Festival $ 127053 Total 2,572.82
SANTOS DAVID 63-00-2010 111.15 $ 127063 10/13/2025 Refund Check 011554-001, 1956 T STREET AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
14 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127063 Total 111.15
Santos Mike 10-00-2841 80.00 $ 127117 10/22/2025 Sherman Park Rental DepositRefund/ Santos $ 127117 Total 80.00
Santos Refrigeration 10-22-6300 2,433.45 $ 127118 10/22/2025 New Compressor $ 127118 Total 2,433.45
Solar Integrated Fund III 60-50-6410 11,951.58 $ 127054 10/13/2025 Solar ProducƟon Period 9-1-25 to 9-30-25 $ 127054 Total 11,951.58
Soundscapes Electric Security & Audio Video 10-07-6200 270.00 $ 127055 10/13/2025 3 Months Alarm MonthlyMonitoring $ 127055 Total 270.00
Stanislaus County Dept of Environmental Resource 10-45-6200 647.0 $ 127056 10/13/2025 0 Food Establishment InspecƟonMaƩeri Field SnackBar Stanislaus County Dept of Environmental Resource 10-45-6200 647.0 $ 127056 10/13/2025 0 Food Establishment InspecƟonBarrington Park SnackBar $ 127056 Total 1,294.00
Stanislaus County Dept of Environmental Resource 10-46-6200 444.0 $ 127119 10/22/2025 0 Business Plan Fee, CESQG, CUPA, CERS/ Corp Yard $ 127119 Total 444.00
Stanislaus County Tax Collector 10-15-6680 168.08 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes 219 Jensen RdStanislaus County Tax Collector 10-15-6680 168.08 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes 27530 Fig LnStanislaus County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 21,972.74 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes Hills Ferry RdStanislaus County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 4,874.30 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes Canal School RdStanislaus County Tax Collector 10-15-6680 95.20 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes 1643 Main StStanislaus County Tax Collector 63-56-6680 674.28 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes Jensen RdStanislaus County Tax Collector 69-47-6680 12.74 $ 127057 10/13/2025 2025-2026 Property Taxes Sherman Pkwy $ 127057 Total 27,965.42
Stanislaus County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 6,967.96 $ 127120 10/22/2025 2024-2025 Property Taxes WestMariposa St/ Hills Ferry Rd.
Stanislaus County Tax Collector 10-44-6680 907.94 $ 127120 10/22/2025 2024-2025 Property Taxes WestMariposa St/ Hills Ferry Rd.Stanislaus County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 1,586.38 $ 127120 10/22/2025 2024-2025 Property Taxes WestMariposa St/ Hills Ferry Rd.Stanislaus County Tax Collector 60-50-6680 7,765.60 $ 127120 10/22/2025 2024-2025 Property Taxes WestMariposa St/ Hills Ferry Rd.Stanislaus County Tax Collector 10-44-6680 907.94 $ 127120 10/22/2025 2024-2025 Property Taxes WestMariposa St/ Hills Ferry Rd. $ 127120 Total 18,135.82
STANTEC CONSULTING SERVICE, Inc 61-55-7550 3,285.00 $ 127121 10/22/2025 Project# 184031755 Construction Management & Resident $ 127121 Total 3,285.00
STAPLES ADVANTAGE 63-56-6300 30.52 $ 127058 10/13/2025 Steno BookSTAPLES ADVANTAGE 63-56-6300 44.62 $ 127058 10/13/2025 Glue stick, Pens, Swiffers, Binders, Memo BooksSTAPLES ADVANTAGE 10-06-6300 92.75 $ 127058 10/13/2025 Glue stick, Pens, Swiffers, Binders, Memo Books $ 127058 Total 167.89
State of Calif Dept of Justice 10-00-2014 961.00 $ 127122 10/22/2025 Fingerprint Apps/FBl/Child AbuseIndex $ 127122 Total 961.00
TDG ENGINEERING, INC. 17-33-7745 27,207.82 $ 127123 10/22/2025 T street corridor improvement plan $ 127123 Total 27,207.82
TESCO CONTROL, LLC 63-56-6200 5,743.00 $ 127060 10/13/2025 AVEVAAnnual Support AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
15 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127060 Total 5,743.00
THE RADAR SHOP, INC 10-21-6200 936.00 $ 127061 10/13/2025 RecerƟfied Radar Units, TuningForks, Lidar Unit $ 127061 Total 936.00
Thomas Darla Ann 17-44-7780 6,212.50 $ 127062 10/13/2025 Prop 1 News Grant $ 127062 Total 6,212.50
TOPETE NAYDELIN SOTO 10-00-2840 300.00 $ 127124 10/22/2025 Memorial Bldg Rental DepositRefund/ Topete $ 127124 Total 300.00
UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD COMPANY 40-06-6200 1,985.82 $ 127125 10/22/2025 Job 001 Public Projects Engeneering $ 127125 Total 1,985.82
UNITED RENTALS, INC 63-56-6200 468.82 $ 127126 10/22/2025 Crossing Plate Lift Screw $ 127126 Total 468.82
USA BLUEBOOK 60-50-6300 6,989.39 $ 127127 10/22/2025 Battery, Bottles $ 127127 Total 6,989.39
Valley Smog 60-50-6530 39.75 $ 127128 10/22/2025 Smog 2005 Chevy SilveradoValley Smog 60-50-6530 19.87 $ 127128 10/22/2025 Smog 2013 Ford F150Valley Smog 69-47-6530 19.88 $ 127128 10/22/2025 Smog 2013 Ford F150 $ 127128 Total 79.50
Verizon Wireless 10-22-6615 114.03 $ 127064 10/13/2025 Mobile laptop access 8-19-25 to9-18-25 Verizon Wireless 10-21-6420 342.17 $ 127064 10/13/2025 Mobile laptop access 8-19-25 to9-18-25Verizon Wireless 63-56-6420 38.01 $ 127064 10/13/2025 Mobile laptop access 8-19-25 to9-18-25Verizon Wireless 10-06-6420 38.01 $ 127064 10/13/2025 Mobile laptop access 8-19-25 to9-18-25 $ 127064 Total 532.22
Vestis 63-56-6200 109.68 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025 Vestis 10-44-6200 109.68 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025Vestis 10-22-6200 136.59 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025Vestis 10-21-6200 136.64 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025Vestis 10-33-6200 164.52 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025Vestis 10-07-6200 135.32 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025Vestis 60-50-6200 164.52 $ 127129 10/22/2025 Uniform Cleaning/MatRental/Shop Towels/September 2025 $ 127129 Total 956.95
West Coast Pet Memorial Services 10-21-6208 4.88 $ 127130 10/22/2025 Disposal Clinic $ 127130 Total 4.88
Westside Connect 10-22-6300 420.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Public Notice Adoption of Ordinance Amending fire regulationsWestside Connect 10-06-6600 300.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Site Plan ReviewWestside Connect 60-50-6600 780.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Transportation ProjectWestside Connect 10-06-6600 300.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Public NoƟce AdopƟon ofOrdinance 2025-03 Westside Connect 63-56-6600 780.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Transportation ProjectWestside Connect 10-06-6600 150.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Digital AdvertisingWestside Connect 10-06-6600 300.00 $ 127131 10/22/2025 Public NoƟce AdopƟon ofOrdinance Title 4 AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
16 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description $ 127131 Total 3,030.00
Westside Water Conditioning 60-50-6300 50.75 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 Corp YardBoƩle Water Delivery Westside Water Conditioning 10-22-6200 39.80 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 FDBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 10-21-6200 50.75 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 PDBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 10-22-6200 61.70 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 FDBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 10-14-6300 55.74 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 City HallBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 63-56-6300 55.73 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 City HallBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 10-21-6200 39.80 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 PDBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 63-56-6300 83.60 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 City HallBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 60-50-6300 55.73 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 City HallBoƩle Water DeliveryWestside Water Conditioning 60-50-6300 83.60 $ 127066 10/13/2025 9-9-25 & 9-23-251 City HallBoƩle Water Delivery $ 127066 Total 577.20
Wex Bank 10-21-6500 3,519.33 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25 Wex Bank 10-22-6500 1,340.29 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 63-56-6500 990.63 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 69-47-6500 228.69 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 10-44-6500 131.78 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 10-33-6500 371.61 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 60-50-6500 1,567.71 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25Wex Bank 10-07-6500 40.55 $ 127132 10/22/2025 Gas and Diesel Purchases9-16-25 to 10-15-25 $ 127132 Total 8,190.59
YANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 14.56 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbs YANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 70.76 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 16.49 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 10.19 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 3.09 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 16.08 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 29.40 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 12.13 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 11.16 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 69-47-6300 9.11 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-22-6300 32.03 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-44-6300 45.12 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 51.44 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-45-6300 19.63 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 68-68-6620 28.12 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-45-6735 12.65 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-22-6300 7.76 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 17.05 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbs AP Check Register
October 7, 2025 through October 22, 2025
17 of 17
Vendor Fund-Dept-Acct Amount Check # Check date Description YANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-44-6300 18.24 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbs YANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 11.64 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 21.84 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 4.92 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 66.00 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 21.35 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 9.29 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 19.58 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 30.07 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 57.27 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-46-6300 20.56 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 19.88 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 12.93 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 60-50-6300 28.14 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-44-6300 25.23 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 3.88 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 16.07 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-06-6300 7.26 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-07-6300 27.15 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 56.25 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-46-6300 2.91 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 44.62 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 25.09 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 33.97 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-33-6300 12.93 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 63-56-6300 6.52 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 10-45-6739 11.77 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbsYANCEY LUMBER COMPANY 69-47-6300 27.66 $ 127067 10/13/2025 Dog Food/Misc Tools/Locks/lightBulbs $ 127067 Total 1,049.79
$ Grand Total 610,017.62
MINUTES
NEWMAN CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING OCTOBER 14, 2025
CITY HALL CONFERENCE ROOM, 6:30 P.M., 938 FRESNO STREET NOTICE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT (CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54950, ET SEQ.) AND THE FEDERAL AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. Call To Order - Mayor Graham 6:30 P.M.
2. Roll Call - PRESENT: Pimentel, Mayor Pro Tem Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham.
ABSENT: None.
3. Items From The Public – None.
4. Adjourn To Closed Session - 6:31 P.M.
a. Conference With Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation Significant Exposure To Litigation - Pursuant To Gov. Code, § 54956.9(d): (2 Cases).
b. Return To Open Session - 6:52 P.M.
Mayor Graham Stated That No Reportable Action Was Taken Regarding Item 4.a. Case No. 1.
Mayor Graham Reported That Staff Had Been Given Direction Regarding Item 4.a. Case No. 2.
5. Adjournment.
ACTION: On A Motion By Ball, Seconded By Harden, The Meeting Was Adjourned At 6:53 P.M. By The Following Vote: AYES: Pimentel, Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; NOT PARTICIPATING: None.
MINUTES
NEWMAN CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING OCTOBER 14, 2025
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 7:00 P.M., 938 FRESNO STREET
NOTICE: THIS MEETING WILL BE HELD IN ACCORDANCE WITH THE RALPH M. BROWN ACT (CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54950, ET SEQ.) AND THE FEDERAL AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. Call To Order - Mayor Graham 7:03 P.M.
2. Pledge Of Allegiance.
3. Invocation – Council Member Pimentel.
4. Roll Call - PRESENT: Pimentel, Mayor Pro Tem Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham.
ABSENT: None.
5. Declaration Of Conflicts Of Interest - None.
6. Ceremonial Matters - None.
7. Items from the Public - Non-Agenda Items.
Olivia Esquivez Gonzalez, 719 West Mariposa Street, Expressed That Her Dance Group Would Like To Use The Plaza For Dance Practice. Esquivez Gonzalez Noted That She Would Like To Partner With The City And Local Businesses To Raise Funds For The Dance Group.
Frida Abrego Juarez, Senior At Orestimba High School, And Mariana Plasencia, Junior At Patterson High School, Read A Letter Addressed To City Staff Stating That The West Side Fiesta Mexicana Dance Group Would Like To Work With The City To Occasionally Use The Downtown Plaza Or Other Public Spaces For Their Dance Group.
Olivia Esquivez Gonzalez, 719 West Mariposa Street, Pointed Out That The Purpose Of The Program Was To Mentor And Tutor Local Youth, And Mentioned That Seven Dancers Were Now Employed As Instructors. Esquivez Gonzalez Requested Use Of The Downtown Plaza To Hold Cultural Events Throughout The Year.
Council Member Ball Asked If City Manager Holland Could Provide More Information About Olivia Esquivez Gonzalez’s Request At A Later Date.
City Manager Holland Stated That He Would Confer With Community Liaison Mendoza For Information Regarding The Use Of The Downtown Plaza.
Nathan Alanzo, PG&E, Public Affairs Representative, Explained That PG&E Would Like To Collaborate And Be More Involved In The City Of Newman.
Mayor Graham Stated That There Were Concerns Within The Community Regarding PG&E Rates Versus Turlock Irrigation District (TID) And Other Local Utility Companies, And Asked If Alanzo Could Address Said Concerns.
Nathan Alanzo, PG&E, Public Affairs Representative, Noted Yes, That He Was Willing To Come Back In The Fourth Quarter To Give A Presentation About Rates And The Work PG&E Was Doing In The Community.
8. Consent Calendar
a. Waive All Readings Of Ordinances And Resolutions Except By Title. b. Approval Of Warrants.
c. Approval Of Minutes Of The September 23, 2025 Meetings.
ACTION: On A Motion By Tomlinson, Seconded By Harden, The Consent Calendar Was Approved By The Following Vote: AYES: Pimentel, Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham; NOES:
None; ABSENT: None; NOT PARTICIPATING: None.
9. Public Hearings.
a. Second Reading And Adoption Of Ordinance No. 2025-04, Amending Title 7 Fire Regulations Of The Newman Municipal Code And Adopting By Reference, The California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 9, 2025 Edition Of The California Fire Code And Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones As Recommended By The California Department of Forestry And Fire Protection Pursuant To Government Code Section 51178 And Authorize Staff To Publish A Summary Of Said Ordinance.
Mayor Graham Opened The Public Hearing At 7:17 P.M.
There Being No Public Comment, Graham Closed The Public Hearing At 7:17 P.M.
ACTION: On A Motion By Ball, Seconded By Pimentel, Ordinance No. 2025-04, Amending Title 7 Fire Regulations Of The Newman Municipal Code And Adopting By Reference, The California Code of Regulations Title 24, Part 9, 2025 Edition Of The California Fire Code And Designating Fire Hazard Severity Zones As Recommended By The California Department of Forestry And Fire Protection Pursuant To Government Code Section 51178, Was Adopted And Staff Was Authorized To Publish A Summary Of Said Ordinance, By The Following Vote: AYES: Pimentel, Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; NOT PARTICIPATING: None.
10. Regular Business
a. Authorize Staff To Negotiate An Agreement With The Newman Crows Landing School District.
Council Member Pimentel Asked If The Superintendent And The City Manager Would Be Negotiating The Proposed Agreement.
City Manager Holland Reported That He Would Meet With Superintendent Pruett, That They Would Come To An Agreement, And Then Said Agreement Would Be Sent To The Attorneys. Holland Stated That After The Final Version Of The Agreement Was Drafted, It Would Be Brought Back To The City Council For Final Approval.
Council Member Tomlinson Asked If The Newman Crows Landing Unified School District (NCLUSD) Was Asking For Financial Support For The Proposed Parking Lot Project.
City Manager Holland Stated That The NCLUSD Had Not Indicated That They Were Seeking Any Financial Support.
Council Member Harden Inquired About Who The Parking Would Serve.
City Manager Holland Explained That The City Would Negotiate That The Parking Would Be Open For The Entire Community To Use At All Times. Holland Noted That Both Sides Would Be Negotiating For Future Administrations That Would Be In Place Long After The Current Administrations Were Gone.
Council Member Harden Stated That It Would Be Nice To Have A Solution To The Traffic Congestion In That Area.
City Manager Holland Mentioned That Yes, The Traffic Issues Were A Concern And Noted That The Project Could Also Help With The Recent Tennis Spectator Issues.
ACTION: On A Motion By Pimentel, Seconded By Tomlinson, The Council Authorized Staff To Negotiate An Agreement That Permits The Newman Crows Landing Unified School District To Construct Parking Lot Improvements On City-Owned Land, By The Following Roll Call Vote: AYES:
Pimentel, Ball, Tomlinson, Harden, And Mayor Graham; NOES: None; ABSENT: None; NOT PARTICIPATING: None.
11. Items From District Five Stanislaus County Supervisor. – None.
12. Items From The City Manager And Staff.
City Manager Holland Reported That He Had Previously Met With PG&E Representative Alanzo And Looked Forward To Working With Him. Holland Explained That There Was A Process That Groups Needed To Go Through To Use The City’s Facilities, Such As The Plaza.
Council Member Pimentel Inquired If Everyone Who Utilizes The Downtown Plaza Was Required To Use The Same Process.
City Manager Holland Stated That Everyone Should Be Using The Same Process, But Pointed Out That Performers At Chamber/City Events Were Covered Under The City’s Or Event Sponsors' Insurance.
Finance Director Humphries Stated That The City Had Filed Its Annual Street Report, And Noted That The Annual Financial Audit Was On Schedule To Be Presented To The City Council At The December Meeting.
Public Works Director Spankowski Thanked The Community For Providing Their Input On The Safety Action And “T” Street Corridor Plans. Spankowski Pointed Out That The City Was Working With PG&E On The Power Issues At The NEWS Project. He Reported That Staff Had Submitted The CMAQ And STBG Projects To StanCOG For Funding.
Chief Bowen Explained That Fire Prevention Week Had Just Concluded, And The Department Was Able To Interact With Two Thousand Kids Regarding Safety. Bowen Stated That Staff Was Currently Working On The Hazard Identification Assessment, And Indicated That Once The Hazards Were Identified, They Would Be Added To The Hazard Mitigation Plan. He Mentioned That The Weather Had Changed And Encouraged Everyone To Drive Safely. Bowen Noted That The Fire Department Had Recently Been Awarded A Couple Of Grants. He Concluded With Reporting That The Fire Department Had Four Recruits In The Joint Venture Fire Academy.
13. Items From City Council Members.
Council Member Harden Asked If There Was An Update On A Location For The Local Veterans Affairs (VA) Services.
City Manager Holland Reported That There Was No Update, But The VA Had A Representative Come Out And Tour The City’s Site.
14. Adjournment.
ACTION: On A Motion By Tomlinson, Seconded By Harden, And Unanimously Carried, The Meeting Was Adjourned At 7:32 P.M.
Honorable Mayor and Members
of the Newman City Council
Agenda Item: 8.d.
City Council Meeting
of October 28, 2025
AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER OR FIRE CHIEF TO EXECUTE AN AGREEMENT
WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION FOR
VOLUNTEER FIRE CAPACITY (VFC) PROGRAM FUNDING
RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt Resolution No. 2025- , Authorizing the City Manager or Fire Chief to execute an agreement with the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) program funding.
BACKGROUND:
The Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program is a federally funded grant program that allows California to provide local and rural fire departments with funding for minor firefighting, training, communications, and safety equipment. The VFC Program is not intended for major equipment or capital repairs. The VFC Program has a 50150 match requirement, which means that the City of Newman Fire Department (NFD) must be able to meet the intended grant award, dollar for dollar. The VFC agreement package must be completed and emailed by January 31, 2025. As a previous award recipient, NFD plans to fund the replacement of expired wildland and structural firefighting gear and radios this year.
ANALYSIS:
NFD is an all-risk fire department that requires specialized fire protective equipment. This equipment is regularly used for life safety. Therefore, the manufacturers and national association standards place expiration dates or a life span on fire protective equipment. As technology continues to change, fire departments across the nation are expected to keep up. This funding opportunity will allow NFD to upgrade its wildland and structural firefighting gear, including providing modem radios to our members. The funding request will include firefighting helmets, pagers, boots, masks, and fire shelters.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Participation in the VFC would be a positive deflection for the budgeted items in FY 2025-2026. The City would be reimbursed from the program for fifty percent (50%) of all purchases through the VFC. The funding award through VFC cannot exceed a total project cost of $29,500. The required funds have already been requested for the 2025- 2026 fiscal year.
CONCLUSION:
The Newman Fire Department needs to replace obsolete fire protective equipment and has been presented with an opportunity to receive grant funds to reduce product costs. NFD was previously granted the VFC. Previous VFC funding enabled the Fire Department to become NFP A 1977 compliant, qualifying it to apply for additional project funds.
Therefore, the staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution 2025- , Authorizing the City Manager or Fire Chief to execute an agreement with the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program Funding.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution 2025- , Authorizing the City Manager or Fire Chief to execute an agreement with the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection for Volunteer Fire Capacity (VFC) Program funding
2. State of California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) Cooperative Fire Protection Grant Agreement
Respectfully submitted,
(:L-- REVIEWED/CONCUR:
Fire Chief
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR FIRE CHIEF TO EXECUTE AN
AGREEMENT WITH THE DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION FOR
VOLUNTEER FIRE CAPACITY (VFC) PROGRAM FUNDING
WHEREAS, the City of Newman is eligible to receive State/Federal funding for specialized fire protective equipment; and
WHEREAS, an agreement from the Newman Fire Department must be submitted with authorization from the City Council; and
WHEREAS, an agreement must be executed to provide a 50/50 match in funding from the city; and WHEREAS, the fire department will purchase new personal protective equipment to replace obsolete or expired protective equipment; and
WHEREAS, the funding will total no more than $29,500.00 as 50% would be $14,750.00; and WHEREAS, the City of Newman wishes to delegate authorization to execute these agreements or any amendments thereto;
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the Council of the City of Newman, authorizing the City Manager or Fire Chief to execute all VFC program agreements and any amendments thereto with the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection.
The foregoing resolution was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Newman held on the 28th day of October 2025 by Council Member , who moved its adoption which motion was duly seconded and it was upon roll call carried and the resolution adopted by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Mike Maier,
City Clerk of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
APPROVED:
Casey Graham,
Mayor of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
State of California
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE)
Cooperative Fire Protection
APPLICANT:
PROJECT TITLE:
GRANT AGREEMENT:
GRANT AGREEMENT
Volunteer Fire Capacity
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PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD is from date upon approval through August 31, 2026.
Under the terms and conditions of this Grant Agreement, the applicant agrees to complete the project as described in the project description, and the State of California, acting through the Department of Forestry & Fire Protection, agrees to fund the project up to the total state grant amount indicated.
PROJECT DESCRIPTION: Cost-share funds awarded to provide assistance to rural areas in upgrading their capability to organize, train, and equip local forces for fire protection.
Total State Grant not to exceed $14,750.00 (or project costs, whichever is less). *The Special and General Provisions attached are made a part of and incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
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Title
Date
NEWMAN VOLUNTEER
FIRE DEPARTMENT
Applicant
Signature of Authorized Representative
Keith Bowen
Fire Chief
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA
DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY
AND FIRE PROTECTION
Title: David Scheurich
Staff Chief, Cooperative Fire Protection
Date
CERTIFICATION OF FUNDING
GRANT AGREEMENT NUMBER POID SUPPLIER ID
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FUND FUND NAME
0001 General Fund
PROJECT ID ACTIVITY ID AMOUNT OF ESTIMATE FUNDING
354025DG2012154 SU BG NT $14,750.00
GL UNIT BUD REF CHAPTER ADJ. INCREASING ENCUMBRANCE
3540 001 4 $ 0.00
PROGRAM NUMBER ENY ADJ. DECREASING ENCUMBRANCE
9999000FED 2025 $ 0.00
ACCOUNT ALT ACCOUNT UNENCUMBERED BALANCE
5340580 5340580002 $14,750.00
REPORTING STRUCTURE SERVICE LOCATION
35409206 92801
I hereby certify upon my personal knowledge that budgeted funds are available for this encumbrance.
Signature of CAL FIRE Accounting Officer Date
1 VOLUNTEER FIRE CAPACITY PROGRAM
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
DEPARTMENT OF FORESTRY AND FIRE PROTECTION
ST A TE OF CALIFORNIA
Natural Resources Agency
Agreement for the Volunteer Fire Capacity Program of the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act of 1978
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THIS AGREEMENT, made and entered between the STATE of California, acting through the Director of the Department of Forestry and Fire Protection hereinafter called "ST A TE", and NEWMAN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT hereinafter called
"LOCAL AGENCY", covenants as follows:
RECITALS:
1. STATE has been approved as a passthrough agent of the United States Department of Agriculture, (USDA), Forest Service for the purpose of administering the Volunteer Fire Capacity program in California, hereinafter referred to as VFC, authorized by the Cooperative Forestry Assistance Act (CFAA) of 1978 (PL 95-313, 92 Stat 365, 16 U.S.C. 2106), as amended.
2. This is a subaward under the FY2025 State of California Volunteer Fire Capacity Projects Grant #25-DG-l l 052012-154 awarded to STATE by the Forest Service on September 20, 2025. The Federal Assistance Listing for the award is 10.698, Cooperative Fire Program.
This subaward is funded solely with Federal funds and is subject to the Office of Management and Budget (OMB) guidance in subparts A through F of 2 CFR Part 200, as adopted and supplemented by the USDA in 2 CFR Part 400, and under certain terms and conditions to LOCAL AGENCY to assist LOCAL AGENCY to upgrade its fire protection capability.
3. LOCAL AGENCY desires to participate in said VFC and agrees to the terms and conditions specified in the Procedural Guide for Volunteer Fire Capacity Program 2025.
NOW THEREFORE, it is mutually agreed between the parties as follows:
4. APPROVAL: This Agreement is of no force or effect until signed by both parties and approved by the Department of General Services, if required. LOCAL AGENCY may not commence performance until such approval has been obtained.
5. INCORPORATION: The Procedural Guide for Volunteer Fire Capacity Program 2025, submitted Application for Funding and associated Grant Assurances are hereby incorporated by reference as part of the Grant Agreement.
6. TIMELINESS: Time is of the essence in this Agreement.
7. FORFEITURE OF A WARD: LOCAL AGENCY must return this Agreement and required resolution properly signed and executed to STATE at the email address specified in paragraph 12, with a timestamp no later than January 31, 2026 or LOCAL AGENCY will forfeit the funds.
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8. GRANT AND BUDGET CONTIGENCY CLAUSE: It is mutually understood between the parties that this Agreement may have been written for the mutual benefit of both parties before ascertaining the availability of congressional appropriation of funds, to avoid program and fiscal delays that would occur if the Agreement were executed after that determination was made.
This Agreement is valid and enforceable only if sufficient funds are made available to the STATE by the United States Government for the State Fiscal Year 2025 for the purpose of this program. In addition, this Agreement is subject to any additional restrictions, limitations, or conditions enacted by the Congress or to any statute enacted by the Congress that may affect the provisions, terms, or funding of this Agreement in any manner.
The parties mutually agree that if the Congress does not appropriate sufficient funds for the program, this Agreement shall be amended to reflect any reduction in funds.
The ST A TE has the option to invalidate the Agreement under the 3 0-day cancellation clause or to amend the Agreement to reflect any reduction in funds.
9. REIMBURSEMENT: STATE will reimburse LOCAL AGENCY, from funds made available to STATE by the Federal Government, an amount not to exceed $14,750.00 on a 50150 matching funds basis, for the performance of specific projects and/or purchase of specific items identified in Proposed Project, Application for Funding, attached hereto.
Reimbursement will be only for those projects accomplished and/or items purchased between THE LAST SIGNATORY DATE ON PAGE 1 and AUGUST 31, 2026. This sum is the sole and maximum payment that STATE will make pursuant to this Agreement.
LOCAL AGENCY must bill STATE at the e-mail address specified in paragraph 12, with a timestamp no later than NOVEMBER 1, 2026 in order to receive the funds.
The bill submitted by LOCAL AGENCY must clearly delineate the projects performed and/or items purchased. A vendor's invoice and proof of payment to vendor(s) must be included for items purchased.
10. LIMITATIONS: LOCAL AGENCY shall notify STATE prior to purchase of any Equipment as defined under 2 CFR 200.1 "Equipment." Expenditure of the funds distributed by ST A TE herein is subject to the same limitations as placed by the VFC, upon expenditure of United States Government Funds. Pursuant to 2 CFR 200.313 Equipment, subject to the obligations and conditions set forth in that section; title to any equipment and supplies acquired under this Agreement vests with the LOCAL AGENCY. For any equipment items over $10,000, the federal government may retain a vested interest in accordance with paragraph 17 below.
11. MATCHING FUNDS: Any and all funds paid to LOCAL AGENCY under the terms of this Agreement, hereinafter referred to as "VFC Funds", shall be matched by LOCAL AGENCY on a dollar-for-dollar basis, for each project listed on attachment(s) hereto identified as "Proposed Project". No amount of unpaid "contributed" or "volunteer" labor or services shall be used or consigned in calculating the matching amount "actually spent" by LOCAL AGENCY.
LOCAL AGENCY shall not use VFC Funds as matching funds for other federal grants, including Department of Interior (USDI) Rural Fire Assistance grants, nor use funds from other federal grants, including USDI Rural Fire Assistance grants, as matching funds for VFC Funds.
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12. ADDRESSES: The mailing addresses of the parties hereto under the terms of the Agreement are:
LOCAL AGENCY:
STATE:
NEWMAN VOLUNTEER FIRE DEPARTMENT
1162 N STREET
NEWMAN. CALIFORNIA 95360
Attention: KEITH BOWEN
Telephone Number(s): 209-862-1716
E-mail [email protected]
Department of Forestry and Fire Protection
Grants Management Unit, Attn: VFC
P. 0. Box 944246
Sacramento, California 94244-2460
E-MAIL: [email protected]
13. PURPOSE: Any project to be funded hereunder must be intended to specifically assist LOCAL AGENCY to organize, train, and/or equip local firefighting forces in the aforementioned rural area and community to prevent or suppress fires which threaten life, resources, and/or improvements within the area of operation of LOCAL AGENCY. Project funds are not to be used for research and development.
14. COMBINING: In the event funds are paid for two or more separate, but closely related projects, the 50/50 cost-sharing formula will be applied to the total cost of such combined projects.
15. OVERRUNS: In the event that the total cost of a funded project exceeds the estimate of costs upon which this Agreement is made, LOCAL AGENCY may request additional funds to cover the Agreement share of the amount exceeded. However, there is no assurance that any such funds are, or may be, available for reimbursement. Any increase in funding will require an amendment.
16. UNDERRUNS: In the event that the total cost of a funded project is less than the estimate of costs upon which this Agreement is made, LOCAL AGENCY may request that additional eligible projects/items be approved by ST A TE for Agreement funding.
However, there is no assurance that any such approval will be funded. Approval of additional projects/items, not listed on the Proposed Project application, made by STATE, will be in writing and will require an amendment.
17. FEDERAL INTEREST IN EQUIPMENT: Items of equipment with a current fair market value in excess of $10,000 (per-unit) may be retained or sold by LOCAL AGENCY once it is no longer needed for the original project, program, or for other activities supported by the awarding Federal agency. However, the Federal agency is entitled to an amount calculated by multiplying the percentage of the Federal agency's contribution towards the original purchase by the current market value or proceeds from the sale. If the equipment is sold, the STA TE may permit the LOCAL AGENCY to retain, from the Federal share, $1,000 of the proceeds to cover expenses associated with the selling and handling of the equipment. LOCAL AGENCY will notify ST A TE of the disposal of such items. 4 7FG25075
18. EQUIPMENT INVENTORY: Any single item purchased in excess of $10,000 will be assigned a VFC Property Number by the ST A TE. LOCAL AGENCY shall forward a copy of the purchase documents listing the item, brand, model, serial number, any LOCAL AGENCY property number assigned, and a LOCAL AGENCY contact and return address to ST A TE at the address specified in paragraph 12. The ST A TE will advise the LOCAL AGENCY Contact of the VFC Property Number assigned.
19. AUDIT: LOCAL AGENCY agrees that the STATE, the Department of General Services, the California State Auditor, or their designated representative shall have the right to review and to copy any records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Agreement. LOCAL AGENCY agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated. LOCAL AGENCY agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Further, LOCAL AGENCY agrees to include a similar right of the State of California to audit records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Agreement. (GC 8546.7, PCC 10115 et seq., CCR Title 2, Section 1896).
20. DISPUTES: In the event of any dispute over qualifying matching expenditures of LOCAL AGENCY or audit findings, the dispute will be decided by ST A TE and its decision shall be final and binding.
21. MONITORING: LOCAL AGENCY agrees to the monitoring of activities as necessary by ST A TE to ensure that the award is used for authorized purposes, in compliance with Federal statutes, regulations, and the terms and conditions of the agreement; and that performance goals are achieved.
22. INDEMNIFICATION: LOCAL AGENCY agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless, the STA TE, its officers, agents, and employees, from any and all claims and losses, accruing or resulting to any and all contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, laborers, and any other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, firm or corporation who may be injured or damaged by LOCAL AGENCY in the performance of this Agreement.
23. CIVIL RIGHTS: LOCAL AGENCY agrees to comply with civil rights requirements as detailed in the Complying With Civil Rights Requirements brochure (FS-850) and the And Justice For All poster (AD-475A). The poster is to be placed at all public points of contact/reception areas.
24. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE REQUIREMENTS: LOCAL AGENCY will comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations. 5 7FG25075
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
1) the dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;
2) the person's or organization's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;
3) any available counseling, rehabilitation and employee assistance programs; and,
4) penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations.
c. Every employee who works on the proposed Agreement will:
1) receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement; and,
2) agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Agreement.
Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under the Agreement or termination of the Agreement or both and LOCAL AGENCY may be ineligible for funding of any future State Agreement if the department determines that any of the following has occurred: (1) the LOCAL AGENCY has made false certification, or violated the certification by failing to. carry out the requirements as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
25. TERM: The term of the Agreement SHALL COMMENCE ON THE LAST SIGNATORY DATE ON PAGE 1 and continue through August 31, 2026.
26. TERMINATION: This Agreement may be terminated by either party giving 30 days written notice to the other party or provisions herein amended upon mutual consent of the parties hereto.
27. AMENDMENTS: No amendment or variation of the terms of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing, signed by the parties and approved as required. No oral understanding or Agreement not incorporated in the Agreement is binding on any of the parties.
28. INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR: LOCAL AGENCY, and the agents and employees of LOCAL AGENCY, in the performance of this Agreement, shall act in an independent capacity and not as officers or employees or agents of the STATE or the Federal Government.
29. INDIRECT RA TE: LOCAL AGENCY may not assess an indirect rate in excess of their Federally approved Negotiated Indirect Cost Rate Agreement (NICRA) or a de minimis rate if LOCAL AGENCY does not have an approved NICRA, not to exceed 15%. LOCAL AGENCY may also elect not to assess an indirect rate. The approved indirect cost rate at the time of execution is 0%.
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30. MEDIA: LOCAL AGENCY shall acknowledge STATE and USDA Forest Service support in any publications, audiovisuals and electronic media developed as a result of this award.
It is encouraged to give public notice of the receipt of this award and announce progress and accomplishments, acknowledging STATE and USDA Forest Service support. Follow direction in USDA Supplemental 2 CFR 415.2.
31. ASSIGNMENT: This Agreement is not assignable by LOCAL AGENCY either in whole or in part.
7 Honorable Mayor and Members
of the Newman City Council
Agenda Item: 10.a.
City Council Meeting
of October 28, 2025
ADOPT THE DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY JOINT
POWERS AUTHORITY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN ON
BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWMAN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Newman City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-, adopting the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority Agreement and authorize the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City of Newman Groundwater Sustainability Agency.
BACKGROUND:
The Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) in the Delta-Mendota Subbasin (Subbasin) currently have agreements with the San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority (SLDMW A) whereby SLDMW A provides fiscal, contracting and administrative services for the subbasin. SLDMWA's Board has directed that SLDMWA consolidate its mission to core objectives and as a result, SLDMWA has indicated that it intends to transition away from providing these services. The goal is to fully transition by the start of the next SLDMW A fiscal year (March 1, 2026), without leaving a gap in services for the necessary functions to implement SGMA in the Subbasin. As a result, the Sub basin GS As evaluated several structural options to ensure continuity of necessary services and provided direction to form a Joint Powers Authority (JP A) and execute associated service agreements prior to the start of the March 1, 2026 Fiscal Year.
ANALYSIS:
On July 1, 2025, a special Subbasin Coordination Committee (Committee) meeting and subbasin workshop was held to present and receive initial feedback from Sub basin GSAs on a draft JP A agreement. Initial GSA feedback was incorporated in the draft JP A agreement, and at the August 11, 2025, Committee meeting, Legal Counsel Lauren Layne presented the revised draft JP A agreement. Additional GSA feedback was received, and a final JP A agreement dated September 3, 2025, was presented to the Committee on September 8, 2025. At that meeting, the Committee made a motion to recommend GSAs adopt the JP A agreement.
The JP A agreement for consideration by Sub basin GSAs for adoption is provided as Attachment 2. To meet the schedule to establish the JP A and successfully transition consultants and financial management from SLDMW A before fiscal year end (February 28, 2026), it is requested that GSAs adopt the JPA agreement before November 21, 2025. The Effective Date of the JP A agreement is December 1, 2025.
The JP A establishes an independent public entity composed of the participating GSAs.
The JP A will:
Coordinate Subbasin-wide groundwater sustainability activities. • Implement the policies, projects, and monitoring programs outlined in the adopted GSP.
Pursue state and federal funding opportunities to support implementation efforts.
Provide a transparent governance structure that includes representation from all Member agencies.
Importantly, the Agreement safeguards the City's financial and regulatory interests. Costs are allocated equitably among Members, budgets require approval, and the JP A's debts or obligations are not transferred to individual Members.
By joining the JP A, the City of Newman strengthens its ability to meet SGMA requirements, ensures long-term water reliability for residents and businesses, and advances regional collaboration in resource management.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Costs associated with participation in the JP A will be subject to annual budget approval and cost-sharing arrangements agreed upon by the Member agencies. No unanticipated financial obligations will be transferred to the City. Participation also enhances the City's ability to secure external funding, offsetting local expenses related to GSP implementation.
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CONCLUSION:
City Staff recommends approval of the JP A Agreement. City staff has determined that the Agreement safeguards the City of Newman's financial and regulatory interests while bolstering its capacity to achieve Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) compliance and long-term water reliability. The JP A Agreement also enables the City to better coordinate subbasin-wide activities, and implement the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP).
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. 2025- , Adopting the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agency Joint Powers Authority Agreement and Authorizing the City Manager to sign on behalf of the City of Newman Groundwater Sustainability Agency.
2. Delta-Mendota Sub basin GSAs Joint Powers Authority Agreement Thomas
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Spankowski
Director of Public Works
REVIEWED/CONCUR
Michael Holland
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWMAN ADOPTING THE
DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY JOINT
POWERS AUTHORITY AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO
SIGN ON BEHALF OF THE CITY OF NEWMAN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY AGENCY
WHEREAS, in September 2014 the Governor of the State of California signed legislation creating the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (or "SGMA," as that term is defined in section 1.14, below) "to provide local groundwater agencies with the authority and technical and financial assistance necessary to sustainably manage groundwater." (Wat. Code,§ 10720.l (d}); and WHEREAS, SGMA provides that each affected groundwater basin may be regulated separately by one or more groundwater sustainability agencies (a "GSA" or "GSAs", respectively). Any local agency or combination of local agencies overlying a groundwater basin may decide to become a GSA for that basin within its boundaries. (Wat. Code,$ 10723(a).); and WHEREAS, groundwater sustainability under SGMA is to be achieved through groundwater sustainability plans (or "GSPs," as the term "GSP" is defined in section 1.10, below), which can be a single plan developed by one or more GSAs, or multiple coordinated plans within a basin or subbasin (Wat. Code,$ 10727); and
WHEREAS, the Members overlie portions of the Delta-Mendota Sub basin number 5-22.07 of the San Joaquin Valley Groundwater Basin identified in the California Department of Water Resources ("DWR") Bulletin 118 (the "Subbasin"), as its boundaries may be modified from time to time as provided by law; and
WHEREAS, DWR has designated the entire Subbasin as critically over drafted. Under SGMA, GSAs in critically over drafted subbasins were required to assume their regulatory roles by June 30, 2017, and to submit one or more GSPs covering the basin to DWR by January 31, 2020; and WHEREAS, the Members are all public agencies as defined by Government Code section 6500 and Water Code section 10723( a}. All Members are authorized to contract with the State or Federal governments and agencies, and to exercise powers related to groundwater management, land use, or both, within their jurisdictional boundaries. Each Member qualifies individually to serve as a GSA under SGMA; and
WHEREAS, the Members initially managed the Subbasin pursuant to SGMA through the development and implementation of six different coordinated GSPs; and WHEREAS, in 2024, the Members adopted a single GSP to cover the entire Subbasin to comply with SGMA; and
WHEREAS, the Members formed a "Coordination Committee" pursuant to that certain "Memorandum of Agreement Among the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Agencies" (the "MOA'') to, among other things, make recommendations, approve budgets and authorize entering into contracts on behalf of the Sub basin; and WHEREAS, the Members previously contracted with San Luis & Delta-Mendota Water Authority ("SLDMWA") to assist in coordinating administrative, financial and technical management of the multiple GSAs in the Subbasin; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Newman, that in consideration of the true and correct facts recited above, which are hereby incorporated herein, and of the covenants, terms and conditions set forth herein, the Members hereto agree as follows:
The Members now desire to enter into this Agreement to form the Delta-Mendota Subbasin GSAs Joint Powers Authority (the "Authority") for the purpose of coordinating the administrative, financial, and technical management of the multiple GSAs in the Subbasin and replace the previously existing Coordination Committee with the Board of Directors of the Authority.
The foregoing resolution was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Newman held on the 28th, day of October, 2025 by Council Member , who moved its adoption, which motion was duly seconded and it was upon roll call carried and the resolution adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Mike Maier,
City Clerk of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
APPROVED:
Casey Graham,
Mayor of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN GSAS
JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AGREEMENT
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This DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN GSAS JOINT POWERS AUTHORITY AGREEMENT (this "Agreement") is made and entered into on this l51 ~ of ecember, 2025 (the "Effective Date") pursuant to Title 1, Division 7, Chapter 5 (Sec ·o 6500 et seq.) of the California Government Code relating to the joint exercise of p ers, and among the groundwater sustainability agencies within the Delta-Mendota Subtlasin liste in Exhibit "A" (each a "Member" and in the plural or collectively, as the "Me , s").
RECITALS
A. WHEREAS, in September 2014 the Governor o the State of California signed legislation creating the Sustainable Ground""ater Management Ac or "SGMA," as that term is defined in section 1.14, below) "to provide local groundwater agencies with the authority and technical and financial assistance necessary to sustainabl manag groundwater." (Wat. Code, § 10720.l(d)); and
B. WHEREAS, MA provides tnat each affected groundwater basin may be regulated separately by on or m01:e groundwater stainability agencies (a "GSA" or "GSAs", respectively). Any local agen~y or ombination Of local agencies overlying a groundwater basin may decide to become a GSA fori that basin wit in its boundaries. (Wat. Code, § 10723(a).); and C. WHERE S, ground er sustainability under SGMA is to be achieved through groundwater sustainability plans (or' GSPs," as the term "GSP" is defined in section 1.10, below), which can be a single plan d · veloped by one or more GS As, or multiple coordinated plans within a basin or subbasin (Wat. C de, § 10727); and
D. ·AS, the Members overlie portions of the Delta-Mendota Sub basin number 5-22.07 of the San aquin Valley Groundwater Basin identified in the California Department of Water Resources ("DWR") Bulletin 118 (the "Subbasin"), as its boundaries may be modified from time to time as provided by law; and
E. WHEREAS, DWR has designated the entire Subbasin as critically overdrafted.
Under SGMA, GSAs in critically overdrafted subbasins were required to assume their regulatory roles by June 30, 2017, and to submit one or more GSPs covering the basin to DWR by January 31,2020;and
F. WHEREAS, the Members are all public agencies as defined by Government Code section 6500 and Water Code section 10723(a). All Members are authorized to contract with the State or Federal governments and agencies, and to exercise powers related to groundwater management, land use, or both, within their jurisdictional boundaries. Each Member qualifies individually to serve as a GSA under SGMA; and
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G. WHEREAS, the Members initially managed the Subbasin pursuant to SGMA through the development and implementation of six different coordinated GSPs; and H. WHEREAS, in 2024, the Members adopted a single GSP to cover the entire Subbasin to comply with SGMA; and
I. WHEREAS, the Members formed a "Coordination Comnnttee" pursuant to that certain "Memorandum of Agreement Among the Delta-Mendo S ti asin Groundwater Sustainability Agencies" (the "MOA'') to, among other things, make.recommendations, approve budgets and authorize entering into contracts on behalf of the Su basin; and J. WHEREAS, the Members previously co cted with San Luis & elta-Mendota Water Authority ("SLDMWA") to assist in coordinatmg administrative, financial and technical management of the multiple GS As in the Sub basin; and
K. WHEREAS, the Members now desire to enter into · s Agreement to form the Delta-Mendota Subbasin GSAs Joint Powers A..u ority (the "Ahtilority") for the purpose of coordinating the administrative, financial, and chnica manag ,ment of the multiple GS As in the Sub basin and replace the previously existing Coo · ation C mmittee with the Board of Directors of the Authority.
NOW, THERE 0 , in co sideration of He true and correct facts recited above, which are hereby incorporated herein arrd of e cov nants, terms and conditions set forth herein, the Members hereto agree as follows:
ARTICLE I
DEFINITIONS
1.1 "Ac ' means the Joint Exercise of Powers Act codified at Government Code sections 6500, et seq.
1.2 "Agreement" means this Delta-Mendota Subbasin GSAs Joint Powers Authority Agreement.
1.3 "Authority" means the Delta-Mendota Subbasin GSAs Joint Powers Authority.
1.4 "Coordinated Plan Expenses" are those Subbasin-wide Activities expenses incurred by the Authority, the Secretary, and the Plan Manager, at the direction of the Board of Directors, within approved annual cost estimates for purposes described in this Agreement and in implementing the DM Subbasin MOA, including actual expenses incurred in executing obligations under the DM Subbasin MOA for intrabasin and interbasin coordination, which are shared equally amongst the seven representative seats of the Board of Directors, in accordance with the Participation Percentages.
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1.5 "Board of Directors" means the governing body · of the Authority established pursuant to Article 6 of this Agreement.
1.6 "Director" means a designated representative who holds a seat on the Authority's seven-member Board of Directors.
1. 7 "GSA" shall mean a groundwater sustainability agency esta lished in accordance with SGMA and its associated regulations, and "GSAs" shall ean m re than one such groundwater sustainability agency. Each Member is a GSA.
1.8 "GSA Group Representative" shall refer to the representative of a-gro p of GSAs that share a single seat on the Board of Directors, as established in futicle 6.1 of thjs Agreement.
1.9 "GSA Representative" shall refer to the representative of a single GSA who holds a single seat on the Board of Directors, as established in Article 6.1 of this Agreement.
1.10 efined by section 10721 (k) of
1.11 "Fiscal Year" means each period beginning on March 1 and ending on the last day in February the following year.
1.12 "MOA" shall mean the "Memora aum of Agreement Among the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability g ncies," as amended, describing the Members' responsibilities for the..Subbasin-wide monitoring network, coordinated data management system, and adaptive anagemen framew0r .
1.13 "Participati Percentages" shall mean that percentage of Coordinated Plan Expenses allocated to each representative seat on the Board of Directors as described in Exhibit "B" to this Agreement, which is attached hereto and incorporated by reference herein, as updated from time to time by action of the Board of Directors, but not more frequently than annually.
1.14 "Plan Manager" shall mean an entity or individual appointed at the pleasure of the Board of Directors to perform the role of the Plan Manager for the Subbasin and to serve as the point of contact to DWR and/or the State Water Board.
1.15 "SGMA" means the California Sustainable Groundwater Management Act, which is codified in Part 2.74 (commencing with section 10720) of Division 6 of the Water Code, and all state regulations adopted under that Part, including but not limited to DWR' s SGMA regulations (commencing at 23 Cal. Code Regs.,§§ 350, et seq.).
1.16 "State Water Board" shall mean the California State Water Resources Control Board.
1.17 "Subbasin" means the Delta-Mendota Subbasin of the San Joaquin Valley Groundwater Basin, subbasin number 5-22.07, as identified in Bulletin 118 prepared by the DWR, as may be amended and updated from time to time pursuant to law. 373663 lvl 0 I 21603 .0005 3
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1.18 "Subbasin-wide Activities" shall mean those activities or actions that affect the Subbasin as a whole or are otherwise required by SGMA to be determined at the Subbasin level and as defined by a unanimous vote of the Board of Directors of the Authority.
1.19 "Special Project Agreement" means an agreement between the,.Authority and any of its Members, or multiple Members, for the purpose of facilitating ep rate project or management action for which only those Member(s) who are a party tot a eement are obligated to pay or have liability.
1.20 "Water Year"
September 30.
ARTICLE II
CREATION OF THE J~A
2.1 Creation. Upon the Effective ate and pursuant to ~ct, the Members hereby create a public entity separate and independen from the Membe to be known as the "DeltaMendota Sub basin GS As Joint Powers Authori ".
2.2 2.3 ly file the notices required by Government Code
ARTICLE III
TERM
greement is effective as of the Effective Date and continues in full · ated under Article 10.
ARTICLE IV
PURPOSE OF THE JP A
4.1 Purpose of Agreement. The purpose of this Agreement is to create a joint powers authority separate from its Members to accomplish the purposes described below. The Members have worked together in mutual cooperation to develop a single GSP in compliance with SGMA, for the sustainable management of the Subbasin. Each Member hereto has adopted the GSP and will implement its terms and conditions within their respective GSA territories.
4.2 Purpose of Authority. The purpose of the Authority is to act as a separate and independent public agency to perform the tasks and functions articulated in Section 6. 7.
4.3 Limitations.
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over its own internal matters, including but not limited to, such Member's surface water supplies, groundwater supplies, facilities, billing and collection procedures, GSA powers and implementation or exercise of such powers, and operations and water management. Nothing in this Agreement is intended to modify or limit a Member's pqlice powers, land use authorities, or any other authority, including the autR rity to pursue a comprehensive groundwater adjudication or otlier alternative SGMA compliance strategy, should the Member dee it to o in its best interest to do so.
(b) The Authority shall not possess the au: ority to impose, levy, or eollect fees, charges, assessments, or other im os1 · ons upo lands or landowners within its boundaries. The Authority's ability to co fee , hold, and spend funds shall be limited by the budget procedures described here.
( c) Nothing in this Agreeme t p,revents the Memoots from entering into other joint powers agreements.
ARTI EV
OWERS OE THE JP A
5 .1 Powers. is authorize , in its own name, to do all acts necessary for carrying out the purpose of this gree ent, inc uding, but not limited to, any and all of the powers identified in this Article 5 and hose powers identified in Government Code section 6508.
Specifically, the Autho i is authorized, in its own name and subject to the Board of Directors' approval as escribed here· , to do y or all of the following:
(a)
(b)
(c)
(d)
(e)
(f)
(g)
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To tpake and enter into contracts;
To employ consultants, agents and employees;
To acquire, lease, own, construct, manage, maintain, operate, and dispose of any building, works or improvements;
To acquire, hold or dispose of real or personal property; To incur debts, liabilities, or obligations;
To sue and be sued in its own name;
To undertake, on behalf of the Members, administrative or ministerial actions required by DWR and the State Water Board under SGMA; To conduct research and investigations and compile appropriate reports for implementing the single GSP for the Subbasin, as it may be amended or revised from time to time;
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(i) To cooperate, act in conjunction with, and contract with the United States, the State of California or any agency thereof, Counties, Cities, and other local agencies;
(j) To enter into grant agreements consistent with the purposes of the Authority described herein;
(k)
(1) or more GSAs, in undwater
s related to SQMA; and
(m)
Common Powers. common powers of the
5 .3 Restrictions on the Exercise of Powers. uant to Government Code section 6509, et seq., the powers of the A thority shall xercise and restricted in the same manner as those imposed upon Patterse · g ti on District, a California irrigation district. The Authority shall have the power of e ent do ain. If Patters n Irrigation District withdraws as a Member, the remaining Members shall e d this gree ent pursuant to section 14.1.
5.4 5.5 Obligations of the Authority. No debt, liability, or obligation of the Authority shall constitute a debt, liability or obligation of any of the Members, appointed representatives on the Board of Directors, or committee members. No debt, liability, or obligation of any Member shall constitute a debt, liability or obligation of the Authority.
5.6 Water Rights. Nothing contained in this Agreement grants to the Authority any power to alter any water right, contract right, or any similar right held by any of the Members, or to amend a Member's water delivery practice, course of dealing, or conduct without the express written consent of that Member.
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ARTICLE VI
BOARD OF DIRECTORS
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6.1 Board of Directors. The Authority shall be administered by a seven (7)-member Board of Directors (the "Board of Directors"), composed of Directors and alternate Directors as described herein, to serve at the pleasure of their appointing governing bod):. ~l N"oting power of the Authority shall reside in the Board of Directors.
(a) The Board of Directors will consist of a total o seven 7) voting members and shall be comprised of the represen tive of a MemQC GSA ("GSA Representative") or a group of GSAs a "GSA Group Represe ative"), as identified on Exhibit "B." Each GSA Ref>.resentative op GSA Group Representative shall have one Alternat R ptesentative authorized to vote in the absence of the GSA Representative r GSA Group Representative, as applicable. Each GSA Representative, G Group Representative, and applicable Alternates, m st be (i) an elected o. appointed member of the governing body of a ember, or (ii) on die staff or a consultant of a Member.
(b)
( c) Each Member understands its participation in actions of the Authority is based on representation on the Board of Directors. It is the responsibility and obligation of each Member to develop its manner of selecting its resp ctive Representative and Alternate Representative. For purposes of thi Agreement, it is assumed that each Director and Alternate Director has een authorized by the members in their respective GSA or GSA Group to participate as described herein.
(d) The Board of Directors will recognize each GSA Representative or GSA Group Representative and their applicable Alternate Representatives until such time as the Authority's Secretary is provided written notice of removal and replacement of said representative.
6.2 Removal. Directors and Alternate Directors may be removed or replaced as follows:
(a)
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appointed member of the governing body of the Member, or (ii) on the staff or a consultant of a Member entity that qualified such Director to serve on the Board of Directors.
6.3 Compensation. Directors shall not be compensated by the Authority for participation on the Board of Directors. The Authority shall develop a poli fo reimbursement associated with direct expenses.
6.4 Legal Requirements. Each Director shall comply
including disclosure and ethics requirements, applicable to direl s of a Califo Authority.
6.5 Closed Session. Each Director and Alternate
closed session of the Authority's Board of Directors.
6.6 6.7
~ a simple ajority vote of Directors (i.e. at least four ( 4) Directors must '\ZOt in favor), i a regular or special meeting, the Board of Directors shall and approve:
recommendation( s) to the GS As for approvmg any technical analyses;
updating of technical analyses as needed;
(iii) developing budgets for Subbasin-wide Activities;
(iv) providing assistance with grants and with coordinated projects and programs;
(v) appointing ad hoc or standing committees and workgroups; (vi) assigning work to committees and workgroups as needed, providing guidance and feedback, and ensuring that committees and workgroups prepare work products in a timely manner; and (vii) providing direction to its officers concerning other administrative and ministerial issues necessary for the fulfillment of the aboveenumerated tasks; and 373663lvl0 /21603.0005 8
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(viii) entering into Special Project Agreements with Members. (b) By a unanimous vote of all Directors (i.e. all seven (7) Directors must vote in favor), at a regular or special meeting, the Board of Directors shall review and approve:
(i) a determination of Subbasin-wide Activities, which may be modified by the Board of Directors fro
(ii) submittal of annual reports;
(iii) a representative monitoring
(iv) final budgets and amendments ton
(v) submittal of five- ear updates;
(vi)
(vii) adding new Membe's to this greement;
(viii) annual estimates of Coerdinated Plan Expenses and any updates to uch estimates, in accordance with the budgetary requirements of tli respective Members; provided, that such estimates or updates witli supporting documentation shall be circulated to all Members for comment at least thirty (30) days in advance of the meeting at which the Board of Directors will consider approval of the annual estimate;
directing the Plan Manager in the performance of its duties under SGMA; and
the hiring of consultants for Subbasin-wide Activities, providing direction to and supervision over consultants engaged to assist in acquiring and processing technical data, conducting monitoring and reporting, and all other activities in support of Subbasin-wide Activities; and
(xi) exercising the powers of eminent domain.
6.8 Voting Procedures to Address Lack of Unanimity. When it appears likely that the Board of Directors will not be able to come to a unanimous decision on any matter for which a unanimous decision is required, upon a majority vote of a quorum of the Board of Directors, the matter may be subjected to any or all of the following additional procedures:
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(b) Provisional Voting. Provisional votes may occur prior to final votes. This will be done when an initial vote is needed to refine a proposal, but the Directors wish to consult with their respective GSA or GSA Group(s) before making a final vote.
( c) Alternative Actions. A vote shall be delayed if , Director declares his/her/their intention to propose an alternative or m dified recommended action, to be proposed at the next meeting, 0 as soo thereafter as the Director can obtain any further information or clarifying · rection from its GSA Group or governing body, or both, as eeded to propo its alternative or modified recommended action.
( d) Further Review. If the process outline in A:rttcle 6.8(a)-( c) fails to result in a unanimous vote of the Directors, aru GSA Representative or GSA Group Representative not voting in favor o he recommended action may request that the vote be elayed so that the B rd of Directors can obtain further information on t e o ended action (for example, by directing a committee established unde this '.Agreement), so the Director(s) can obtain clarifying direction 'ti em its GS Group or governing body, or both, as needed.
( e) ach Member acknowledges that time is of the essence with respect t SG compl · nee and GSP implementation and agrees to make s to coo erate through the Board of Directors in coming to a un nimous vote o representatives at a regular or special meeting . . 9 roval b Indivi ual Members. Where law or this Agreement require separate written approval by each of or a group of the Members, such approval shall be evidenced in writing by providing the adopted solution or minutes of the respective Member's Board of Directors meeting to the Secretal')'; ()f the Authority.
ARTICLE VII
OFFICERS AND ADMINISTRATION
7.1 Officers. The Officers of the Board of Directors will include a Chair, Vice Chair, the Secretary, and the Treasurer. The Chair and Vice Chair shall be selected at the initial meeting of the Board of Directors or as soon thereafter as reasonably can be accomplished. The Secretary, and Treasurer may be the same person, persons, entity, or entities. (a) Chair and Vice Chair. Any Director may serve as the Chair. The Vice Chair, who shall also be a Director, shall serve in the absence of the Chair. In the absence of both the Chair and Vice Chair, a meeting may be led by an Acting Chair, selected on an ad hoc basis, who is a Director or Alternate Director of the Board of Directors.
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by name of the GSA or GSA Group, with the first rotation beginning on the date the first Chair is selected. The schedule for annual rotation of Chair and Vice Chair will be set at the first meeting after the Chair is appointed and reviewed and rotated annually at the first meeting of the Fiscal Year.
Any GSA Representative or GSA Group Represen tive may waive designation as Chair. In such a case, the office of Chair W(')uld rotate to the next designated GSA Representative or GSA Group Representative. (b) Secretary. Pursuant to Article 6.7(b) above, by nanimo :vote of Board of Directors (i.e. all seven (7) Directors), ~oard of Directors shall select a Secretary to carry out the functions d cribed in this Article 7. (b), to serve at the pleasure of the Board of Direc ~rs. Th Secretary ma · , but need not, (c)
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be a Member of the Authority.
With approval of the ap_pointee through a sim~le majority vote of the Board of Directors (i.e. at least four ( 4) Directors), e Secretary may select an appointee (who may be staff or a-consultant eontracting with the Authority) to implement the Secre ry's esponsi rlities under this Agreement, for example, to coordinate me tings; pi:epare agendas; circulate notices and agendas; ro ide written n tice to all Members that the Board of Directors has de a i:ecommendatio equiring approval by the Members; prepare and m intain inutes of meetings of the Board of Directors; receive notices on behalf o the oard f Directors and call to the Board of Directors' attention the need for responding; and provide such other assistance in coordination may be appropriate.
The Secretary shall assume primary responsibility for Ralph M. Brown Act compliance, including without limitation, the responsibility to prepare age . as and notices, publicly post and distribute agendas to all Directors Alternate Directors, the Members, and any other person who requests, in writing, such notices. The agenda shall be of adequate detail to inform the public and the Members of the meeting and the matters to be transacted or discussed and shall be posted in a public location and distributed to each of the Members to this Agreement in compliance with the noticing requirements of the Ralph M. Brown Act.
Treasurer. Pursuant to Article 6. 7(b) above, by unanimous vote of Board of Directors (i.e. all seven (7) Directors), the Board of Directors shall select a Treasurer to carry out the functions described in this Article 7 .1 ( c ), to serve at the pleasure of the Board of Directors. The Treasurer may, but need not, be a Member of the Authority. If the Treasurer is a Member of the Authority, said Member may be reimbursed for the cost services performed as Treasurer. The Treasurer shall have custody of all of the money of the Authority from whatever source, and shall have the duties and obligations of the Treasurer as set forth in Government Code sections 6505 and 6505.5.
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responsible for receiving quarterly reports from the Secretary and verifying the balance of this report with respect to the balance as identified in the audited financial statements. The Treasurer shall be responsible for providing the financial report at each Board of Directors meeting.
In addition, the Treasurer shall be responsible for fi , ncial management services to the Authority, including but not li · e to holding financial contributions made in accordance with the :Parti i ation Percentages, accounting for funds, reports as requested tif the Bo d of Directors concerning funds held, and disbursing 1 nds for au ho · ed purposes.
The Treasurer shall bill the GSAs g GSA Groups, as applica le, for all Coordinated Plan Expenses b ed upon eir respectiv Participation Percentages.
of all funds contributed
7 .2 9-:fficers m Charge oi .Records; Funds; and Accounts. Pursuant to Government Code sectio 6505.1, the 'Freasurer stfull initially have charge of, handle and have access to all account , funds and money vf the Authority and all records of the Authority related thereto; and the Secretary hall initiall~ have charge, handle and have access to all other records of the Authority. The B ard of irectors may designate a consultant or a Member, by unanimous vote pursuant to Article 6.'J. 1)) above, to serve as the person or persons having access to property of the Authority, and shall require such person or persons to file an official bond in an amount to be fixed by the Board of Directors.
7.3 Plan Manager. Pursuant to a simple majority vote (i.e. at least four ( 4) Directors), the Board of Directors shall select a Plan Manager, who may be a consultant of the Authority or a representative of a Member, who shall serve as the point of contact for DWR and the State Water Board, as specified by SOMA.
The Plan Manager shall carry out the duties of a "plan manager" as provided in Title 23, division 2, Chapter 1.5, Subchapter 2, California Code of Regulations. The Plan Manager has no authority to make policy decisions or represent the Board of Directors without the specific direction of the Board of Directors. The Plan Manager is obligated to disclose all substantive communications he/she transmits and receives in his/her capacity as Plan Manager to the Board of Directors.
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7.4 Employees and Consultants. The Authority may hire employees and consultants, including an executive director, engineers, hydrogeologists, accountants, public relations firms, and attorneys, to provide services to the Authority to accomplish the purposes of the Authority.
7.5 Management. In addition to, or in lieu of, hiring employees, the Authority may engage one or more third parties to manage any or all of the business of th /\uthority on terms and conditions acceptable to the Board of Directors. A third party so en ag d may, but need not, be a Member of this Agreement. Any third party so engaged shall hit e such responsibilities as are set forth in the contract for such third party's services.
ARTICLE VIII
MEETINGS
8.1 Timing and Notice. The Chair of the of Directors, any two GSA Representatives or GSA Group Representatives, or the Secretary ay call meetings of the Board of Directors as needed to carry out the activitie described in thi greement. The Board of Directors may, but is not required to, set a date or regular meeting for the purposes described in this Agreement. All Board of Directors meetin shat be held in compliance with the Ralph M.
Brown Act (Gov. Code § 54950, et seq.).
8.2 Quorum. A aJority of the seven q -Jllember Board of Directors shall constitute a quorum of the Board of n· ectors or purposes o olding a meeting. The Alternate Director of each GSA or GSA Group sh 1 be counted towards a quorum and as the voting representative( s) in absence of the Director for that GSA Representative or GSA Group Representative for which the Alternate D · ector w. s appointed,. If less than a quorum of the Board of Directors is present, be taken.
8.3 Open Attendance. Members of the public, stakeholders, and representatives of the Members who.are not app .fnted as a GSA Representative or GSA Group Representative on the Authority's Board of ff ctors may attend all Board of Directors meetings and shall be provided with an opportunity t9 comment on matters on the meeting agenda, but shall have no vote.
8.4 Committees. The Board of Directors may appoint ad hoc or standing committees, workgroups, or otherwise direct staff made available by the Members as provided for in Section
6. 7. Such committees or workgroups may include qualified individuals possessing the knowledge and expertise to advance the goals of the GSP on the topics being addressed by the committee, whether or not such individuals are Directors or Members.
8.5 Minutes. The Secretary or its appointee shall keep and prepare minutes of all Board of Directors meetings. Minutes of standing committee meetings shall be kept by the Secretary or its appointee. All minutes shall be maintained by the Secretary as Subbasin records and shall be available to the Members and the public upon request.
8.6 Bylaws. The Board of Directors may adopt bylaws and governing regulations consistent with this Agreement, which may be amended from time to time, for the conduct of its meetings as are necessary for the purposes hereof.
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ARTICLE IX
FISCAL YEAR, BUDGET, AND FINANCIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
9.1 Fiscal Year. The Fiscal Year of the Authority shall be from March 1 through the last day in February the following year.
9 .2 Budget. The Board of Directors shall establish an annual dget for the activities authorized by this Agreement. The budget must describe the amount at h oard of Directors anticipates are required for purposes of the Agreement during each Fiscal Year. (a) The Authority shall not make expendi es or incur liabilities e ceeding the amount of the appropriations allowe by the ~uthority's bu et. (b) The Authority may amend the annual
provisions in Article 6 of this Agreement
9 .3 Participation Percentages. The Coordinated Plan Expenses for Subbasin-wide Activities pursuant to the P ic1patio Eercentages described in Exhibit "B".
Each GSA or GSA Group, as applicable, shall y tlieir hare of the Participation Percentage as reflected in Exhibit "B", and make articipation P rcentage contributions required pursuant to this Agreement directly to the Tr asurer o his/her desi ee. Payment is due from each GSA thirty (30) days following receipt o th · nvoice Amounts in ears for more than thirty (30) days shall earn interest at the applicable legal rate.
9 .4 M moe11 Obligations and GSP Implementation. It is the responsibility and obligation of.eCch Membe of the Auili: rity to manage its own GSA and implement the GSP within its GSA's lJ<mndaries. It ·s further !h'.e responsibility and obligation of each GSA or GSA Group, as applicable, to pay its shar of the Participation Percentage as reflected in Exhibit "B", and other payments required as part f implementation of SGMA Subbasin-wide Activities, as may arise from time to time. ach the Members shall bear its own separate costs of implementing SGMA
9.5 Special Project Agreements. Upon approval of a majority of the Board of Directors, the Authority may enter into an agreement with any of its Members, or multiple Members, for the purpose of implementing SGMA within the Subbasin. However, any such Special Project Agreement shall require those Members entering into said agreement with the Authority be solely responsible for the costs and liabilities therein. Members who are not a party to a Special Project Agreement shall have no financial obligations or liabilities associated with the implementation of said agreement.
ARTICLEX
ADDITION AND WITHDRAWAL OF MEMBER; TERMINATION OF AUTHORITY
10.1 Addition of a Member. A Member may be added to this Agreement only upon the unanimous vote of the Board ofDirectors at a regular or special meeting, the prospective Member's execution of a counterpart of this Agreement, and its provision of any additional documentation required by this Agreement. No Member may be added that is not a GSA within the Subbasin or that fails to share in the Coordinated Plan Expenses.
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10.2 Withdrawal. A Member may unilaterally withdraw from this Agreement without causing or requiring termination of this Agreement, effective upon one (1) year written notice to the Secretary and all other Members.
10.3 Effect of Withdrawal. Any Member who withdraws shall re ain obligated for Coordinated Plan Expenses. If no separate Cost Sharing Agreement is then in effect or enforceable against the withdrawing Member, the Member is obligated to pay its share of all debts, liabilities, and obligations the Member incurred or accrued under this Agreemen prior to the effective date of such withdrawal, within one (1) year after providing written notice tQ the Secretary and all other Members of the date of withdrawal. Upon withdrawal, a Member agrees that i't h a continuing obligation to comply with SGMA and any coordination guid Imes and regulations issuoo by DWR, which require a coordination agreement if there are multiple groun water sustaina ility plans in the Subbasin. This obligation shall survive the withdrawal fro 1 Agreement and is for the express benefit of the remaining Members.
10.4 Termination of the Authority. ~he Authority shall e formed and come into existence on the Effective Date and shall conti ue in existence unl ss terminated by a vote of the governing body of each of the Members then a P,arty. o this · greement or at any point in time at which there ceases to be at least two (2) Members t is Ag eement, at which time this Agreement shall be automatically terminated; rovided howe er, that the Authority and this Agreement shall continue to exist for the pur ose of disposing of lialfl · ies ("Authority Liabilities") and distributing funds, property, and other assets G 'Authority Assets"), and all other functions necessary to conclude the business of the A thority.
EXcept as prcwided in this Article 10.4, this Agreement shall remain in effe t and be inding upon the Members hereto and upon all subsequent Mem ers joining herein for such a period as the Authority desires to engage in any activities under this Agreement. Except as noted in Article 10.4 abov , the foregoing provision shall not apply, however, to any Member that withdraws from its participation in the Authority in accordance with this Agreement.
(b) Upon termination of this Agreement, after payment of all Authority Liabilities, any Authority Assets remaining shall be distributed to ·the Members of the Authority at the time of dissolution in accordance with applicable contributions. The Authority shall cease to exist when the Authority's Liabilities are paid and Authority Assets have been distributed according to the provisions contained in this Section, this Agreement generally, and the Act.
ARTICLE XI
EXCHANGE OF DATA AND INFORMATION
11.1 Exchange of Data and Information. The Members acknowledge and recognize pursuant to this Agreement that the Members will need to exchange data and information among and between the Members.
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11.2 Procedure for Exchange of Data and Information.
(a) The Members shall exchange public and non-privileged information through collaboration and/or informal requests made at the Board of Directors level or through committees designated by the Board of Directors.
However, to the extent it is necessary to make a wntten request for information to another Member, each Membe shall designate a representative to respond to information request an<:l p~ vide the name and contact information of the designee to the Boar of Direct s. Requests may be communicated in writing and transmit in person or bx ail, facsimile, or other electronic means to the appr riate representative as n ed in this Agreement. The designated represen ative shall respond in a reasonably timely manner.
(b) Nothing in this Agreement shall be construe to prohibit any Member from voluntarily exchanging 1 0rmation with any her Member by any other mechanism separate fro the Board of Diree ors.
( c) The Members agree that eaCh GS shall provide the data required to develop the Subbasin-wide coordinated monitoring network, data mana ement s stem, and water budget, as more particularly described in ~ Aand SP.
( d) To the extent that a co rt order, subpoena, or the California Public Records A t is applicable to a Member, such Member in responding to a request e pursuan to the California Public Records Act for release of info ation · xchanged from another Member shall timely notify the Board of n· ectors in writing of its proposed release of information in order to proville the other Members with the opportunity to seek a court order pr enting such release of information.
ARTICLE XII
SEPARATE ENTITY; INDEMNIFICATION
12.1 Separate Entity. In accordance with the Act, the Authority is a public entity separate from the Members. To the greatest extent permitted by law, unless otherwise specifically agreed to herein by all the Members as to a specific debt, liability or obligation, the debts, liabilities and obligations of the Authority shall not be the debts, liabilities or obligations of the Members under Government Code section 6508.1. The Authority shall own and hold title to all funds, property and works acquired by it during the term of this Agreement.
12.2 Indemnification. No Member has the power to obligate any other Member hereto and no Member's debt, liability or obligation due any third party may be asserted or collected against the Authority or any individual Member as a result of membership in the Authority through this Agreement. The Authority shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the Members, their officers, agents, directors, and employees, from and against any and all claims and losses 3736631vlO I2 1603.0005 16
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whatsoever, occurring or resulting to persons, firms, or entities furnishing or supplying work, services, labor, materials or supplies to the Authority in connection with the performance of this Agreement and, except as expressly provided for by law, from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any persons, firm or entity for damage, injury, or death arising out of or in connection with the Authority's performance of its obligations pursuant to this Agreement. The Authority may also acquire such policies of insurance, including without limitati n, directors and officers liability insurance, in such amounts as the Board of Directors shall deem prudent. The Board of Directors, officers, agents, and employees of the Authorit all us ordinary care and reasonable diligence in the exercise of their powers, and in the performance of their duties pursuant to this Agreement. The Board of Directors shall not be liabl he Members of this Agreement for any mistake of judgment or any other action made, take , or omitted by any agent, employee, or independent contractor selected with reasonable care, nor fo loss incurred through the investment of Authority funds or failure to invest same. To e extent authorized by California law, no Director, officer or employee of the Authority shall be esponsible for any action made, taken, or omitted by any other Director, officer or employee. Fuithermore, each Member shall indemnify, defend, and save harmless the other embers, their o cers, agents, directors, and employees, from and against any and all claims of ne F ence and/or willful misconduct by the indemnifying Member in performance of this Agree nt.
ARTICLE XIII
PRO EDURES FOR RES6l:VING CONFLICTS
In the event of any disput arismg frnm or relating to this Agreement, except for disputes arising from the inability of the oard of Directors to reach a unanimous decision, the disputing Member shall within thircy (30) calend , days of discovery of the events giving rise to the dispute, notify all Members of this Agreeme in writing of the basis for the dispute. Within thirty (30) calenda days of receipt of said notice, all interested Members shall meet and confer in a goodfaith attempt to informally r solve the dispute. All disputes that are not resolved informally shall be submitted to bitration. Within ten (10) days following the failed informal proceedings, each interested Member sha nominate and circulate to all other interested Members the name of one arbitrator. Within te 10) days following the nominations, the interested Members shall rank their top three (3) among all nominated arbitrators, awarding three points to the top choice, two points to the second choice, one point to the third choice and zero points to all others. Each interested Member shall forward its tally to the Secretary, who shall tabulate the points and notify the interested Members of the arbitrator with the highest cumulative score, who shall be the selected arbitrator. The Secretary may also develop procedures for approval by the Members, for selection in the case of tie votes or in order to replace the selected arbitrator in the event such arbitrator declines to act. The arbitration shall be administered in accordance with the procedures set forth in the California Code of Civil Procedure, section 1280, et seq., and of any state or local rules then in effect for arbitration pursuant to said section. Upon completion of arbitration, if the controversy has not been resolved, any Member may exercise all rights to bring a legal action relating to the controversy.
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14.1 Amendments. This Agreement may not be amended except by a written amendment signed by all of the Members.
14.2 Entire Agreement. This Agreement (including the Recitals constitutes the entire Agreement between the Members and supersedes prior agreements ot iscuss· ons relating to the matters set forth herein, if any, both written and oral.
14.3 14.4 Counterparts. This Agreement a
counterparts, each of which when so executed and
together constitute the same ·nstrument.
14.5 Governing Law and enue. This greement is governed by the laws of the State of California. Venue for the l urposes o filing any action regarding the enforcement or interpretation of tliis i\ eement and any rights and duties hereunder shall be Merced County, California.
14. Severability. If any part of this Agreement is held by a court of competent jurisdiction to b unlawful, mvalid, or unenforceable, the remainder of the Agreement remains in effect and the Members all make best efforts to replace the unlawful, invalid, or unenforceable part of the Agreemen ith terms to accomplish the Members' original intent.
14.7 Headings. The titles of sections of this Agreement are for convenience only and no presumption or implication of the intent of the Members as to the construction of this Agreement shall be drawn from them.
14.8 Construction. The final form of this Agreement is the result of the Members' combined efforts. If anything in this Agreement is found by a court of competent jurisdiction to be ambiguous, that ambiguity is not to be resolved by construing the terms of this Agreement against the drafter.
14.9 Notices. Notices authorized or required to be given pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing and shall be deemed to have been given when mailed, postage prepaid, or delivered during working hours to the addresses submitted by each Member to the Authority's Secretary, or to such other changed addresses communicated to the Authority's Secretary and the Members in writing. For all claims arising from or related to this agreement, nothing in this agreement establishes, waives, or modifies any claims presentation requirements or procedures 373663 lvlO I 21603.0005 18
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provided by law, including the Government Claims Act (Division 3.6 or Title 1 of the Government Code, beginning with section 810).
14.10 Signature Authorization. Each Member represents that the representative executing this Agreement on its behalf has been duly authorized to execute the Agreement on behalf of the Member.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Members have executed this Agreement on the dates indicated next to the signatures attached to this Agreement to be made effective as of the Effective Date.
ALISO WATER DISTRICT GSA
Print Name: ----------~
Print Title: ___________ _
CITY OF GUSTINE GSA
CITY OF LOS BANOS GSA
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CITY OF MENDOTA GSA
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CITY OF NEWMAN GSA
CITY OF PATTERSON QSA
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COUNTY OF MERCED DELTA-MENDOTA GSA
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Print Title: __________ _
DM II GSA
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FARMERS WATER DISTRICT GSA
Print Name: ----------- Print Title: __________ _
21 Dated: ----------
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GSA
FRESNO COUNTY MAN~GEMEN~
GSA
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NORTHWESTERN DELTA-MENDOTA GSA
STANISLAUS COUNTY
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APPROVEfl AS TO FORM
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ORO LOMA WATER DISTRICT GSA
Print Name: ----------
Print Title: -----------
PATTERSON IRRIGATION DISTRICT GSA
Print Name: ----------
Print Title: -----------
SAN JOAQUIN RIVER EXCHANGE
CONTRACTORS WATER AUTHORITY GSA
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EXHIBIT A
LIST OF MEMBERS
1. Aliso Water District GSA
2. Central Delta-Mendota GSA
(Includes: San Luis Water District, Panoche Water Distri t, l:ranquillity Irrigation District, Fresno Slough Water District, Eagle Field Wat r District, Pacheco Water District, Santa Nella County Water District, Mercy Spripgs Wate District, County of Merced, and County of Fresno)
3. City of Dos Palos GSA
4. City of Firebaugh GSA
5. City of Gustine GSA
6. City of Los Banos GSA
7. City of Mendota GSA
8. City of Newman GSA
9. City of Patterson GSA
10. County of Madera GSA - Delta-Mendota
11. County of Merced Delta-Mendota GSA
12. DM II GSA
13. 14. Fresno County Management Area GSA
15. Fresno County; anagemen Area B GSA
16. Grasslan G :A
1 7. endota GSA
18. 19. Patterson fr igatio District GSA
20. San Joaquin ·ver Exchange Contractors GSA
(Inc es: Central California Irrigation District, San Luis Canal Company, Firebaugh Canal Water District, and Columbia Canal Company)
21. Turner Island Water District- 2 GSA
22. West Stanislaus Irrigation District GSA 1
23. Widren Water District GSA
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EXHIBITB
BOARD OF DIRECTORS REPRESENTATIVES & PARTICIPATION PERCENTAGES Board of Directors Representatives (alphabetically)
1 Aliso Water District GSA
Aliso Water District GSA
2 Central Delta-Mendota GSAs Group
Central Delta-Mendota GSA
Oro Loma Water District GSA
Widren Water District GSA
3 Farmers Water District GSA
Farmers Water District GSA
4 5
6 Fresno County Management Area A and B
GSAs Group
Fresno County Management Area-A SA
Fresno Count Mana ement .Atea B GSA
Grassland GSAs Group
Grassland GSA
City of Patters
DM-11 GSA
San Joaquin River E c
7 Group
City of Dos Palos GSA
City of Firebaugh GSA
City of Gustine GSA
City of Los Banos GSA
City of Mendota GSA
City of Newman GSA
County of Madera GSA - Delta-Mendota
Merced County Delta-Mendota GSA
San Joaquin River Exchange Contractors GSA
Turner Island Water District-2 GSA
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West Stanislaus Irrigation District
San Joaquin River Exchange
Contractors GSA
Participation
Percenta e
1/7
1/7
1/7
1/7
1/7
1/7
1/7
Honorable Mayor and Members
of the Newman City Council
Agenda Item: 10. b.
City Council Meeting
of October 28, 2025
ADOPT THE DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN DOMESTIC WELL MITIGATION POLICY RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the Newman City Council adopt Resolution No. 2025-, adopting the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy.
BACKGROUND:
The Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) requires sustainable groundwater management across California by 2040. The Delta-Mendota Subbasin, covering nearly 1,200 square miles, includes multiple Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) and has established a single Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) in compliance with SGMA and the Regional Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB). Minimum Thresholds (MTs) for groundwater levels are set at 2015 seasonal lows, and since adoption of the GSP in 2024, GSAs have maintained groundwater levels above those thresholds.
To safeguard domestic well owners, the Subbasin Coordination Committee developed a Domestic Well Mitigation Policy (Attachment 1) using recommendations from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and SelfHelp Enterprise's Drinking Water Well Impact Mitigation Program. Per the policy, domestic wells are water systems that supply water for domestic or residential use to no more than fourteen service connections.
While dry wells have been relatively rare (fewer than 40 reported replacement applications since 2015 across the entire Subbasin), the Policy provides a "last line of defense" for domestic groundwater users. This is required as part of our adopted GSP and SGMA.
ANALYSIS:
The Domestic Well Mitigation Policy:
• Applies primarily to landowners using groundwater for domestic health and safety purposes as of November 19, 2024 (date ofrevised GSP adoption).
• Establishes a process for well owners to apply for mitigation/assistance if their wells run dry or face water quality degradation caused by Subbasin GSA actions.
• Provides for short-term emergency water supplies (bottled water, temporary tanks) within 24--72 hours of application approval.
• Outlines long-term mitigation options, including pump modification, deepening of wells, replacement wells, or connection to municipal/community systems.
• Includes water quality mitigation for specific contaminants of concern (Nitrate, Gross Alpha, Chromium VI, Arsenic, and 1,2,3-TCP).
• Establishes an appeal process through the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Coordination Committee. • Creates a Sub basin-wide mitigation fund of $300,000, funded equally by participating GSAs over three years, to provide financial resources for domestic well mitigation. • Requires periodic review and updates at least every five years.
The City of Newman, as a member agency within the Delta-Mendota Subbasin, is being asked to adopt this Policy in order to align with the Subbasin's coordinated implementation of its Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP).
The Policy was developed through extensive public outreach, including: posting on the Subbasin SGMA website for public comment, discussion at multiple GSA and Coordination Committee public meetings, and incorporation of comments into the final adopted GSP.
FISCAL IMPACT:
No immediate fiscal impact to the City's General Fund. The Subbasin Mitigation Fund will be financed collectively by the participating GSAs as outlined in the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). Costs for implementation, if incurred, will be addressed within the GSA's groundwater management budget.
CONCLUSION:
City Staff recommends adoption of the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy.
Agenda Item: 10. b.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Resolution No. 2025- , Adopting the Delta-Mendota Sub basin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy.
2. Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy.
Respi:?;1L
T omas Spankowski
Director of Public Works
REVIEWED/CONCUR
~71~ Michael Holland
City Manager
RESOLUTION NO. 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEWMAN ADOPTING THE
DELTA-MENDOTA SUBBASIN DOMESTIC WELL MITIGATION POLICY
WHEREAS, the California Legislature enacted the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA) in 2014, requiring local agencies to achieve sustainable groundwater management by 2040; and WHEREAS, the City of Newman lies within the Delta-Mendota Sub basin, a critically important groundwater resource spanning approximately 1,200 square miles; and WHEREAS, the Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) within the Delta Mendota Subbasin have coordinated to adopt a single Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), establishing thresholds to maintain groundwater levels above 2015 seasonal lows; and WHEREAS, the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy has been developed by the Subbasin Coordination Committee to protect domestic well users from potential impacts caused by groundwater level declines or water quality degradation resulting from groundwater management actions; and
WHEREAS, the Policy provides a clear and equitable process for domestic well owners to apply for assistance, including emergency water supplies, technical evaluation, and long-term solutions such as pump modification, well deepening, replacement wells, or connections to municipal/community systems; and
WHEREAS, the Policy further establishes funding mechanisms, water quality protections, and an appeal process to ensure consistent application across the Subbasin; and WHEREAS, the City of Newman, as a member agency in the Delta-Mendota Subbasin, desires to formally adopt the Domestic Well Mitigation Policy to safeguard domestic well users and align with regional groundwater sustainability efforts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Newman that the City Council hereby adopts the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Domestic Well Mitigation Policy, attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference. The City Manager, or designee, is authorized to take all necessary steps to implement and administer the Policy in coordination with the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Coordination Committee and participating GSAs. This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption.
The foregoing resolution was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Newman held on the 28th, day of October, 2025 by Council Member , who moved its adoption, which motion was duly seconded and it was upon roll call carried and the resolution adopted by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST:
Mike Maier,
City Clerk of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
APPROVED:
Casey Graham,
Mayor of the City of Newman,
County of Stanislaus, State of California
Delta-Mendota Subbasin
Domestic Well Mitigation Policy
Adopted: _ ___ , 2025
The Groundwater Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) in the Delta-Mendota Groundwater Subbasin (Subbasin) have historically worked with disadvantaged communities to improve drinking water access.
For example, the San Joaquin River Exchange Contractors have provided drinking water to the City of Dos Palos for nearly 100 years, because groundwater extracted in Dos Palos has historically been too salty for potable use. Nonetheless, the GSAs realize more must be done to ensure that domestic well users in the Subbasin do not face undesirable impacts from groundwater level depletion during implementation of the Delta-Mendota Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), in compliance with the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA).
This Domestic Well Mitigation Policy (Policy) was developed by the Delta-Mendota Sub basin Coordination Committee considering recommendations found in the following two public documents:
Framework for a Drinking Water Well Impact Mitigation Program (Self Help Enterprises, et al.) and Considerations for Identifying and Addressing Drinking Water Well Impacts (CA Dept. of Water Resources).
Policy Purpose
This Policy will consider impacts to domestic wells, as well as water systems that supply water for domestic or residential use to no more than fourteen (14) service connections, using groundwater wells.
Individual GSAs within the Subbasin may consider including additional well uses within their jurisdictional boundaries.
The purpose of the Policy is to mitigate the effects that may be felt by domestic water users whose wells have gone dry or are in imminent threat of going dry due to groundwater levels dropping as a result of groundwater management in the Subbasin. Subject to specific conditions, this Policy also addresses mitigation for water quality for domestic well users.
Pursuant to the single Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP), Minimum Thresholds (MTs) for lowering of groundwater levels across the Subbasin are set at 2015 seasonal low groundwater levels.
This means GSAs in the Subbasin are already committed to maintaining groundwater levels above what was measured in 2015 ("The plan may, but is not required to, address undesirable results that occurred before, and have not been corrected by,January 1, 2015." (CWC §10727.2(b)(4)). Since implementation of the Subbasin's original GSPs began in 2020, GSAs in the Subbasin have successfully avoided undesirable results that would occur by water levels dropping below 2015 seasonal lows. This Policy is meant to serve as a last line of defense to protect domestic groundwater users in the unlikely event that the Subbasin GSAs' efforts fail to maintain those groundwater levels above the MTs.
Data from the California Department of Water Resources (DWR) and county records indicates that since 2015, counties within the Delta-Mendota Subbasin have received a total of only 37 well replacement applications.1 However, as DWR notes on its website, their data comes from self-reporting on DWR's Dry Well Reporting System, and some GSA representatives receive reports of dry wells directly from users. In these cases, groundwater users were responding directly to GSA representatives, because some GSA members (e.g., water districts and/or irrigation districts) have been engaging in well mitigation activities without formal policies or programs in their individual service areas prior to SGMA's enactment in 2015.
1 California's Groundwater Live: Well Infrastructure (https://sgma.water.ca.gov/CalGWlive/#wells). 3738036v7 I 21603.ooos 1
Well replacement applications were identified on the Merced County Environmental Health Department's list of domestic well permits issued for "out of water" or "low water" wells and on Stanislaus County's voluntary well reporting system. The applicable counties reported that there were two well permits identified in the Subbasin portion of Fresno County and zero from the Subbasin portion of Madera County. As mentioned above, it is unknown whether this total number includes any dry wells not reported to DWR.
Merced County permits do not disclose whether or not those reported dry wells were "out of water" due to lowered groundwater levels, collapse or other mechanical failure, or some other reason. Of the 12 well permit applications submitted to the Stanislaus County system for the Subbasin since 2015, four were reported as dry wells, six were either undefined or outage reports, and two were other issues including well casing failure and/or sediment intrusion. Of the two replacement well permit applications for the Fresno County portion of the Subbasin, one was an agricultural production well, not a domestic supply well. There is no indication of the reason for the well replacement requests.
In summary, during the last 10 years, fewer than 40 wells across the nearly 1,200 square miles of the Subbasin have been reported dry or applied for replacement. Though it is known that not all of those were drinking water wells, the exact number of drinking water wells replaced since 2015 is unknown due to a lack of information collected on the replacement well permit applications.
Policy Eligibility
This Policy primarily applies to landowners using groundwater for domestic health and safety supply purposes as of November 19, 2024, the date the revised Subbasin GSP was adopted by all GSAs. Though owners of all types of wells are eligible to file for relief under the Policy, relief is not guaranteed and will be subject to analysis by the applicable GSA where a claim for relief is filed and pursuant to the provisions of Executive Order N-3-23. Well owners must participate or agree to participate in a GSA's Well Registration Policy/Program to be eligible for mitigation, if such a policy exists or is developed.
This Policy does not apply to wells installed after the date of GSP adoption, if the well(s) is/are installed at a screen interval depth shallower than minimum threshold levels or in areas with known degraded water quality conditions, as designated by the applicable GSA.
Public Outreach
Initial stakeholder outreach was conducted during the development of the Policy and the Subbasin single GSP. The Policy was discussed in open and public meetings of the various GSAs and at open and public meetings of the Coordination Committee. A draft of the Policy was posted to the Subbasin's SGMA website (www.deltamendota.org) as both a separate item and as a part of the draft single GSP. The public was able to submit written comments on the Policy and the single GSP through the website.
This Policy was discussed during public meetings designed to secure input on both the Policy and the single GSP. Both verbal and written comments were accepted at the meetings. The comments received were summarized and published on the Subbasin website. Finally, comments on the Policy, as well as responses from the Subbasin Coordination Committee, were addressed in the adopted single GSP, which contains the Policy.
Discussion of the Policy status and implementation will be placed on the Subbasin Coordination Committee meeting agendas no less than quarterly during GSP implementation. Similarly, the Policy may be placed on each of the Subbasin GSAs' governing bodies' agendas at least semi-annually during the first year of single GSP implementation. The Policy will be available on the Subbasin SGMA website with relevant information such as electronic instructions for filing an application and a form to submit the 3738036v7 I 21603.ooos 2
application electronically via the website. GSAs may place the Policy on their own websites or have a link on their websites that directs interested persons to the Subbasin SGMA website.
As part of the GSP's Pumping Reduction Plan (PRP; see Chapter 16 of the GSP), the Subbasin Coordination Committee will review current or projected exceedances of the MT for groundwater levels and water quality reported by GSAs, at regularly scheduled Coordination Committee public meetings. In the event a groundwater level reading or a water quality sample for the GSP's constituents of concern ( COC) at a representative monitoring well (RMW) exceeds its respective MTs as a result of GSA actions and projects, GSAs may contact well users/owners within an up to three (3),mile radius of the RMW to alert them of the MT exceedance and provide them with information and resources in the event their well is impacted. Each GSA has developed criteria, a notification method, and protocols to address such situations within its jurisdictional boundaries. However, typical templates for such notices are provided as attachments to this Policy. An up to three (3),mile radius was selected because it is consistent with the average radius of coverage of each RMW in the Subbasin.
If the RMW is near the jurisdictional boundary between two or more GSAs, the GSA where the well is physically located will notify the adjacent GSA( s) of the potential impact to well owners located in that adjacent GSA's jurisdictional area. The GSAs will cooperate according to the terms of the Adaptive Management Framework in the Subbasin Memorandum of Agreement (MOA) on any costs associated with notification.
Any notification provided to well users/owners pursuant to the above will include information on this Policy and how and where to file a claim for mitigation .. Other information that may be included and/or requested in the notification will be determined by the individual GSAs.
Plan Area
For a full description of the Sub basin Plan Area, please refer to GSP Chapter 5, which may also be found at www.deltamendota.org.
Well Completion Report (WCR) records compiled by DWR indicate an estimated 2,295 domestic wells, 81 public supply wells, and 514 other production wells are located in the Subbasin as of November 19, 2024. This DWR dataset is known to have limitations, but is accepted as a conservative estimate of the number of wells installed within the Public Land Survey System (PLSS) sections that fall within the Subbasin. Additionally, this Policy recognizes that it is likely that wells included in DWR's WCR data set:
• May not currently be in use;
• Are inaccurately located; and/or
• Have inaccurate well construction and/or destruction information.
Given these assumptions and limitations, for the purposes of this Policy, the Coordination Committee conservatively estimates that there are 2,890 wells in the Subbasin as of November 19, 2024. From 2015 to the end of 2024, there have been only 37 known applications for replacement wells in the Subbasin. The reasons for those well replacement applications (e.g., dewatering from over,pumping, mechanical failure, etc.) are unknown.
Monitoring Network
There are llO wells in the representative monitoring network for water levels for the Subbasin, which the GSAs use to monitor groundwater levels. Of those, 60 wells are in the upper aquifer and 50 wells are in the lower aquifer. There are 85 wells in the representative monitoring network for water quality for the Subbasin, which the GSAs use to monitor groundwater quality. Of those, 46 wells are in the upper aquifer and 39 wells are in the lower aquifer. Most rural domestic drinking water wells are assumed to be 3738036v7 I 21603.ooos 3
in the upper aquifer, while most municipal and small water system supply wells are assumed to be in the lower aquifer. Agricultural wells are known to be in both the upper and lower aquifers, with some being "composite" wells (with screen intervals in both the upper and lower aquifers).
The distribution of domestic supply wells across the Subbasin and distribution of the Subbasin's monitoring network wells provide a suitable framework for evaluating the potential for domestic supply wells to become dewatered due to lowering of groundwater levels or impacted by water quality degradation caused by GSAs' actions and projects. As previously noted in the "Public Outreach" section of this Policy, the Coordination Committee reviews possible MT exceedances or trends in the representative monitoring network following the requirements of the PRP. This will help GSAs avoid potential dewatering of domestic wells or degrading their water quality beyond MT s within their boundaries as a result of GSA actions and projects.
Using a stochastic predictive modeling process to assess potential well impacts and current MT (2015 water levels) exceedances at 25% of representative monitoring wells, the Sub basin could potentially experience 28 total "production" wells dewatered. That leads to an estimated average of three drinking water wells per year across the Subbasin during implementation of the GSP through 2040. This estimation supports the approximate current number of replacement well permit applications identified in records from the counties in the Subbasin.
Well Mitigation Process - Water levels
GSAs will conduct public education and outreach to notify landowners as to how and where to file an application for assistance, and the information that the GSA will require to evaluate the mitigation application. Copies of the application form will be included with education and outreach materials.
Upon receiving a completed application, the receiving GSA, or its representative, will conduct a preliminary review of the application to determine completeness. The applicant will be notified within twenty-four (24) hours, and the GSA will subsequently document such notification, if the application is complete or if there is any further information needed to evaluate the application. If deemed complete and appearing to meet all the requirements to receive assistance, the receiving GSA will provide a shortterm emergency water supply to domestic well users as soon as reasonably possible, and will make all reasonable efforts to do so within twenty-four (24) hours of submission of a complete application. Shortterm emergency water supplies shall consist of the delivery of bottled water and, after a site investigation, the delivery and installation of water tanks on a case-by-case basis at the GSA's discretion; all reasonable efforts made to provide tanked water within seventy-two (72) hours. The GSAs also commit to working with Self Help Enterprises, Valley Water Collaborative, or similar entities, to assist with the feasibility of providing water tanks.
The short-term emergency water supply will be provided by the GSA at the location of the de-watered well. The GSA in which the well is located will be responsible for providing the short-term emergency water supply and the costs for the investigation. However, if it is determined that over-pumping is the result of another GSA, the GSAs will follow the Adaptive Management Framework process regarding cost sharing (Delta-Mendota Subbasin MOA, Article VII, Article X, Article XIII, and/or Exhibit "C").
The GSA( s) may develop a professional well assessment report including, but not limited to: age of the well; well construction information (including pump depth, screening intervals, and pipe type [material]) and thickness; well maintenance information; indication of past well performance and any recent performance changes; any recent changes in well use or related land use; and, other additional information as necessary to determine if the failure is caused by declining water levels and/or GSA projects or groundwater management actions.
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The GSA's preliminary review of a well mitigation application will consist of all of the following:
• A review of well construction information,
• A review of well and pump maintenance records,
• A review of historic water level data for nearby representative monitoring network wells, • A review of nearby known production well information, • A review of nearby land use and any recent land use changes, and/or • An analysis of nearby conjunctive use activity (if known).
If the nearest representative monitoring network well does not represent water level data that can be used as evidence for consideration of the applicant's claim, a GSA may review additional data from other wells in the monitoring network, or supplemental data from DWR and/or local agencies to support the preliminary review analysis.
If, after completion of the preliminary review, a GSA determines a well is eligible for mitigation, the GSA will measure water levels in the applicant's well and in representative monitoring wells in the area, and will perform a field investigation. To be eligible for mitigation assistance, the applicant must consent to the field investigation/inspection and execute an appropriate release with the GSA. Failure to consent to the field investigation/inspection and/or execute an appropriate release voids the application for mitigation. The field investigation may include, but is not limited to:
• Removing a pump to measure intake depth, well bottom, and static water level, • Conducting a video log,
• Modifying the wellhead to measure static and pumping level, • Investigating the site for consolidation feasibility, and/or • Investigating nearby land and water use.
The field investigation may show the well as ineligible for mitigation. Such criteria indicating ineligibility include, but are not limited to:
• Pump failure,
• Clogged screens,
• Well pipe and/or casing failure or collapse which are unrelated to lowering groundwater levels or other potential GSA actions,
• Other maintenance-related well or pump issues which are unrelated to lowering of groundwater levels or other potential GSA actions, or
• Normal wear and tear based on the age of the well.
The GSA will notify the applicant if the well is ineligible for mitigation and subsequently document such notification. This finding will also be included in the Subbasin's Annual Report.
If the applicant desires to appeal the results of the GSA's investigation, the applicant may do so in writing to the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Coordination Committee. The Coordination Committee shall create an ad hoc committee of no more than three members to review the GSA's written investigation, obtain additional data if necessary, and either (a) confirm the findings of the GSA, (b) provide guidance to the GSA and request further review by the GSA, or ( c) propose to the Coordination Committee that it adopts its own findings. If the Coordination Committee chooses to adopt its own findings and recommendations, those shall be binding upon the GSA, to the extent allowed by the Memorandum of Agreement.
If, after the field investigation, a GSA determines a well is eligible for mitigation, the GSA will work with the well owner/landowner on a solution appropriate for the site (each, a "Mitigation Measure"). Such Mitigation Measures may include, but are not limited to, the following:
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• Lowering the well pump or otherwise modifying pump equipment, • Deepening the well if the existing well has an open bottom, • Installing a new well,
• Assisting landowner with facilitating a connection to an existing municipal or community water system or other water supply, if feasible, or
• Other appropriate mitigation as may be agreed to by both parties.
If the applicant disagrees with the proposed Mitigation Measure( s ), a technically qualified third party agreed to by the GSA and applicant may facilitate and recommend a mutually agreeable Mitigation Measure(s). The GSA has the right to identify which Mitigation Measure(s) is optimal on a case/by/case basis. The technically qualified third party's role is to provide a recommendation. The appropriate GSA Board and/or Manager shall approve the application before any well mitigation (other than provision of emergency drinking water) begins.
The applicant must sign a Mitigation and Indemnification (MI) Agreement prior to the GSA commencing the Mitigation Measure. Terms of the MI Agreement will depend on the nature of the Mitigation Measure provided. New wells will be required to meet state and county well drilling standards and comply with Executive Order N/ 3/ 23. In order to be eligible for mitigation from a GSA, the MI agreement may stipulate minimum criteria in addition to state and county requirements for new wells as they apply to GSA review and the opinion granted under EON/ 3/ 23. Criteria may include well construction materials, minimum depth beyond 2015 seasonal low groundwater level measurements, and/or screening interval levels, among other potential criteria.
At its discretion and in the event a new well is installed as mitigation for a failed well, the GSA may choose to convert the abandoned well into a monitoring well. Such provision( s) may be included in the MI Agreement and agreed to by both parties. In such a case, the MI Agreement shall grant access by the property owner to the GSA for the monitoring well for SGMA data gathering and compliance activities, and ownership of the abandoned and converted monitoring well will revert to the GSA. Terms and conditions for access to the monitoring well may be negotiated between the GSA and the well's former owner.
If the well will be abandoned as part of a Mitigation Measure agreed to by the GSA and will not be converted to a monitoring well under SGMA, the cost for sealing/destroying the well shall be borne by the GSA as part of the Mitigation Measure.
Water Quality Mitigation
The Delta/Mendota Subbasin is known to have widespread degraded water quality due to naturally occurring conditions (i.e., geology). As such, in coordination with the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), the Delta/Mendota Subbasin GSAs have identified six COCs for consideration in the Basin's GSP development and implementation: Total Dissolved Solids (TDS), Nitrate, Gross Alpha, Chromium VI, Arsenic, and 1,2,3/Trichloropropane (TCP).
The GSAs have identified the following conditions under which domestic well mitigation for water quality and related actions will occur.
• Condition 1. If groundwater levels remain above the MTs, which are set at 2015 levels, then additional water quality mitigation beyond what is currently committed to in the GSA's respective PRPs is not required, except pursuant to Condition 2. • Condition 2. If a GSA's implementation of Projects or Management Actions (P/MAs) to achieve sustainability causes water quality degradation beyond the water quality MT s at a domestic well for Nitrate, Gross Alpha, Chromium VI, Arsenic, or 1,2,3/ TCP (as determined based on the monitoring and management processes laid out in the applicable PRP and the Basin MOA), then 3738036v7 I 21603.ooos 6
the GSAs will mitigate the impacted domestic well. Impacts from TDS will be addressed through the complementary CV/Salts program, as detailed in the Memorandum of Understanding with Valley Water Collaborative (VWC MOU).
• Condition 3. If groundwater levels decline below the MTs, which are set at 2015 levels, and this causes water quality degradation beyond the water quality MT at a domestic well for Gross Alpha, Chromium VI, Arsenic, or 1,2,3/ TCP (as determined based on the monitoring and management processes laid out in the applicable PRP and Basin MOA), then the GSAs will mitigate the impacted domestic well. Impacts from Nitrate and TDS will be addressed through the complementary CV /Salts program, as detailed in the VWC MOU. • Condition 4. If groundwater levels remain above MTs, which are set at 2015 levels, the GSAs will continue to implement the PRPs which include monitoring, management and mitigation commitments, including evaluation of water level and water quality trends to proactively address and avoid water quality impacts to domestic wells from GSA P/MAs.
The application, review, and field investigation process for water quality mitigation shall follow the same procedures established in the Well Mitigation Policy for water levels, including submission requirements, field access and consent, investigation protocols, eligibility criteria, and documentation of findings. GSAs retain the authority to conduct technical investigations consistent with their jurisdictional responsibilities and to determine eligibility for water quality mitigation in accordance with this Policy.
Any short/term or emergency water supply associated with a water quality impact will be provided in accordance with the timelines and procedures outlined in the Well Mitigation Policy for Water Levels.
The right to appeal, the formation and function of an ad hoc committee by the Coordination Committee, and the process for binding decisions shall also apply to water quality mitigation determinations.
Pursuant to the PRPs and the Basin MOA, technical analysis regarding causality will be conducted on behalf of the GSA by a qualified technical professional using statistical and/or field verification and/or modeling approaches. Findings will be presented to the Coordination Committee (or designated sub/ committee) for review and concurrence.
If the findings of the technical analysis determine that the water quality impacts in a domestic well were caused by GSA P/MAs, the applicable GSA will fund a total not to exceed cost of $2,500 per impacted domestic well for the installation of a point/oruse reverse osmosis system and up to three (3) years of filter replacements, or other mutually agreed alternative including but not limited to providing bottled water or connection to another existing water system, pursuant to the MI Agreement described above.
The applicant must sign a MI Agreement prior to the GSA commencing the Mitigation Measure. The current Well Mitigation Fund (which requires replenishment of any used funds) will also be used to support such water quality mitigation.
GSAs in the Delta/Mendota Subbasin desire to mitigate/compensate for legitimate impacts resulting from GSA management actions failing to maintain water levels at or above 2015 seasonal lows. As noted in the "Plan Area" section of this Policy, a total of only 37 replacement well applications were received by counties in the Subbasin since 2015. However, it is unknown how many of those wells, if any, were dewatered due to the groundwater levels falling below 2015 seasonal low levels, or how many of those are wells for domestic use.
Individual GSAs will fund the mitigation of wells within their boundaries upon determining whether Mitigation Measures pursuant to this Policy are appropriate and justified as detailed in the "Well Mitigation Process" section. In some cases, where historical wells are impacted, adjustments may be made for equipment depreciation. All costs to mitigate claimed impacts at a well site will be initially allocated to the applicable GSA where the well is located. 3738036v7 I 21603.ooos 7
In the event of interbasin or intra-basin disagreements for determining responsibility for dewatering of a domestic well, Subbasin GSAs shall follow the Adaptive Management Framework processes as outlined in the executed MOA, including Article VII, Article X, Article XIII, and/or Exhibit C therein.
Though the stochastic predictive modeling indicates no more than three domestic wells in the Subbasin will be dewatered annually due to groundwater management activities, GSAs in the Subbasin will establish a common financial account sufficient to annually mitigate ten (10) domestic wells. A limit of ten (10) wells annually was selected because it reflects the undesirable result for lowering of groundwater levels in the GSP.
Not all GSAs in the Subbasin have domestic wells located within their jurisdictional areas. However, the seven GSA groups that are represented on the Delta-Mendota Subbasin Coordination Committee agree to equally fund a common account to a total of $300,000.2 Costs to fund this reasonably prudent reserve will be split based on Coordination Committee costs identified in the MOA and will be funded over three (3) years (i.e. $100,000 per year, until the fund reaches $300,000). Funds from the common financial account may be used only for approved Mitigation Measure costs. GSAs receiving funds will be required to repay the total amount withdrawn.
Subject to the provisions in the previous section (Well Mitigation Process), individual GSAs will be responsible for all other costs for implementing this Policy, including but not limited to: preliminary review, a professional well assessment report, a field investigation, and/or emergency water supply expenses. Specific escrow instructions for use of the common account will be developed.
Other Resources
If an application requires immediate action, qualifies only for partial mitigation, or receives no mitigation by a GSA, there are other programs that may assist well owners, especially for rural domestic/de minimus wells.
• Self Help Enterprises has a water sustainability program that includes tank water access, domestic well repair or replacement, and water system connections. Their services are free, based on income eligibility and other qualifications. They may be contacted at 1-559-802-1865 or visit their website at https://www.selfhelpenterprises.org/programs/emergency-services/watersustainability/. • California's Office of Emergency Services recommends residents contact their County Office of Emergency Services to begin the process of seeking assistance with drinking water wells that go dry.
• The State Water Resources Control Board manages the Safe and Affordable Funding for Equity and Resilience (SAFER) Program. The SAFER Program provides assistance with interim drinking water supplies, emergency repairs, technical assistance, administrators, planning, operations and maintenance and construction projects via various funding sources. • Additionally, the GSAs in the Subbasin will commit to working with the existing coalitions and drainage authorities who provide support to domestic well owners whose wells are negatively impacted by water quality degradation.
Summary
This Well Mitigation Policy formalizes a process that landowners and GSAs in the Subbasin have voluntarily subscribed to, in some cases for over 100 years. GSA members do not want the wells of their 2 Recent (5/2/2024) cost estimates for domestic well replacement vary from a low of less than $15,000/well up to $30,000/well.
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constituents, employees, neighbors, friends, and families to go dry or otherwise be impacted. That is why GSAs in the Subbasin are committed to keeping groundwater levels above 2015 historic low levels.
This Policy describes the process well owners can follow to apply for mitigation/assistance if their wells go dry or have water quality impacts due to projects or groundwater management actions of the GSAs under SGMA. It specifies the process GSAs across the Subbasin may follow if there are indications that a representative monitoring well is nearing MTs, and the process GSAs and well owners will follow in the event a drinking water well goes dry or has a water quality impact for specific COCs.
As previously noted, since 2015, only 37 replacement well applications were received across the Subbasin.
County records do not indicate whether wells were replaced due to groundwater levels falling or for other reasons. GSAs in the Subbasin are committed to eliminating the need for this Policy by maintaining groundwater levels above 2015 thresholds and managing the Subbasin's groundwater sustainably.
Domestic well owners are encouraged to be aware of information on local groundwater conditions as provided by local GSAs and the State of California. In particular, DWR has a website dedicated to keeping domestic well owners informed about resources needed to maintain and protect domestic water supply. This includes information about well maintenance and other assistance via DWR's "Be Well Prepared" website, which can be found at the following link: Be Well Prepared (ca.gov).
The Delta Mendota Subbasin Coordination Committee shall review this Policy at least every five (5) years.
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