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City of Patterson
Regular Meeting Minutes
May 5, 2026
City Manager
Fernando Ulloa
City Attorney
Nubia Goldstein
Deputy City Attorney
Douglas White
www.pattersonca.gov
Mayor
Michael Clauzel
City Council
Gabriela Hernandez, District A
Jessica Romero, District B
Kendra Mora, District C
Carlos Roque, District D
City Clerk
Aracely Alegre
1. Call to Order
Attendance Attendee Name, Title
Present Gabriela Hernandez, District A, Councilmember
Jessica Romero, District B, Councilmember
Kendra Mora, District C, Councilmember
Carlos Roque, District D, Councilmember
Absent Michael Clauzel, Mayor
The regular meeting of the City Council and the West Patterson Financing Authority of the City of Patterson of May 5, 2026 was called to order in the City of Patterson at 7:23 p.m. by Mayor Pro Tem Roque.
City Staff Present:
City Manager Ulloa
Assistant City Manager Willett
City Attorney Goldstein
Finance Director Williams
Acting Human Resources Director Callum
Acting Recreation & Community Services Director Hernandez Acting Fire Chief Hakola
Police Chief Hill
Acting Public Works Director Guluarte
IT Manager Marty
Deputy City Clerk Mandujano
City Clerk Alegre
2. Pledge of Allegiance
3. Statements of Conflict
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None.
4. Proclamation
4.1. Del Puerto Healthcare District 50th Year Anniversary (Mayor Clauzel) Councilmember Hernandez read a proclamation recognizing the 50th anniversary of Del Puerto Healthcare District's acquisition of the Patterson Ambulance Company on May 1, 1976.
4.2. Professional Municipal Clerks Week May 3 - 9, 2026 (Mayor Clauzel) Mayor Pro Tem Roque read a proclamation designating the week of May 3–9, 2026 as Professional Municipal Clerks Week, recognizing the vital role of municipal clerks in local government.
4.3. Proclaiming National Public Works Week during May 17, 2026 to May 23, 2026, in the City of Patterson (Mayor Clauzel)
Councilmember Mora read a proclamation designating May 17–23, 2026 as National Public Works Week, recognizing the 66th annual observance sponsored by the American Public Works Association.
5. Items from the Public
Any member of the audience who wishes to address the Council on a matter not listed on the agenda may do so by raising your hand and stepping to the podium. If you are joining the meeting through Zoom, please use the 'Raise Hand' feature. If you are calling in by phone, you may press *9 when the Mayor announces the item. Council will take no action other than referring the item to staff for study and analysis and may place the item on a future agenda (Resolution 92-25).
In order that all interested parties have an opportunity to speak, any person addressing the Council will be limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes unless the Mayor grants a longer period of time (Resolution 2025-11).
Please State Your Name and City for the Record.
Dennis Beougher, a former municipal attorney, addressed the Council regarding an alleged Brown Act violation at the March 17, 2026 City Council meeting, wherein the Mayor failed to properly report a Closed Session decision related to the BIA of Greater Valley v. City of Patterson case. He noted that a cure and correct letter was submitted to the City Clerk on April 24, 2026, and stated that the City's ongoing legal expenditures — approximately $3 million over the past two years — and the pending appeal warranted consideration of hiring in-house city attorney. He further noted that Mayor Pro Tem Roque had requested this item be placed on the agenda on three separate occasions without result.
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Yolanda Magana, raised concerns regarding bus transit service, specifically the absence of coverage to the Grocery Outlet area and inadequate safety conditions at a bus stop near the Texas Burger location. Ms. Magana also echoed the prior speaker's concern regarding placement of the city attorney item on the agenda.
6. Presentation
6.1. New Fire Explorer Post Proposal Presentation
Acting Fire Chief Hakola reviewed his presentation.
Council expressed support and requested regular progress reports through the monthly fire department reports.
At 7:56 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem opened the item to public comments.
Kandace Weyhrauch expressed her support for this program.
6.2. Patterson Police Services Junior Police Academy Presentation (Police Chief Hill) Police Chief Hill reviewed his presentation.
Council expressed strong enthusiasm for the program and its potential community impact.
At 8:02 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem opened the item to public comments.
Fitz Schali expressed concerns regarding incomplete work and unresolved issues related to the recent construction project in his neighborhood. He stated that contractors used his property and driveway during the project for approximately three years and that there are still outstanding items, including holes, fence damage allegedly caused by a cement truck, and other unfinished work. He requested that someone contact him and meet with him onsite to discuss and address the remaining issues. He noted that overall the project and contractors were good, and his intent was simply to ensure the remaining concerns are resolved.
Kandace Weyhrauch expressed her support for this program.
Yolanda Magana expressed her support for this program.
7. Consent Calendar
Councilmember Mora, District C motions to approve. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, District A and by a 4-0 roll call vote.
RESULT: Approved
MOVER: Mora, District C
SECONDER Hernandez, District A
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AYES: 4 Hernandez, District A, Romero, District B, Mora, District C, Roque, District D
NAYS: 0 None
RECUSED: 0 None
EXCUSED: 1 Clauzel
7.1. Motion to Waive Readings – All Reading of Ordinances and Resolutions, Except by Title are hereby waived.
7.2. Adopt Patterson Fire Department Explorer Program Bylaws establishing policies, procedures, and operational guidelines for the Patterson Fire Explorer Program.
7.3. Water Leak Detection Report – Water Resources Program Informational Item Only
7.4. Approve request for temporary road closure of English Birch Avenue between North Hartley Street and Ashwood Lane, for construction activities associated with the Camden Shire 95 Lots Project. Dates of closure may be adjusted based on weather, construction sequencing, field conditions, and other project coordination needs.
7.5. Accept all bids for the 2026 Slurry Seal Project, award construction to American Pavement Systems, Inc., authorize Staff to execute the Contract, and authorize the Finance Department to make the necessary budget amendments.
7.6. Approve the City of Patterson’s ADA Self-Evaluation and Transition Plan, and authorize City Staff to Implement the ADA Transition Plan.
7.7. Approval the 2026 Agreement between the City of Patterson and Patterson Youth Softball & Baseball (“PYSB” or “League”).
8. Public Hearing
8.1 Approve Resolution No. 2026-24 Adopting updated User Fees based on the Citywide Comprehensive User Fee Study Completed by Willdan Financial Services.
Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
Mayor: Open/Close Item to Public Hearing
Council Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-24 Adopting updated User Fees based on the City-wide Comprehensive User Fee Study Completed by Willdan Financial Services.
Finance Director Williams reviewed his report.
At 8:13 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Roque opened the Public Hearing.
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Kandace Weyhrauch sought and received clarification that these fees pertain to cost recovery for staff-delivered services and are distinct from enterprise utility rates.
At 8:15 p.m. with no further comments, Mayor Pro Tem Roque close the public comment period.
Councilmember Mora, District C motions to approve. The motion was seconded by Councilmember Hernandez, District A and by a 4-0 roll call vote.
RESULT: Approved
MOVER: Mora, District C
SECONDER Hernandez, District A
AYES: 4 Hernandez, District A, Romero, District B, Mora, District C, Roque, District D
NAYS: 0 None
RECUSED: 0 None
EXCUSED: 1 Clauzel
Adjourn to the West Patterson Financing Authority
At 8:17 p.m. the Patterson City Council adjourned to the West Patterson Financing Authority a. Call to Order
b. Roll Call – Secretary Alegre called roll call.
Members Present:
1. Member Roque
2. Member Mora
3. Member Romero
4. Member Hernandez
Members Excused:
1. Chair Clauzel
8.2 Approve Resolution No. 2026-01 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2022-2 (Baldwin Ranch Infrastructure), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.
Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-01 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2022-2 (Baldwin Ranch Infrastructure), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, City of Patterson Page 6 Updated 5/19/2026
Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.
Finance Director Williams and Consultant Mike Cavanaugh with Hilltop Securities, Inc. reviewed their staff report.
Board Member Hernandez inquired whether the bond issuance would affect residents' Mello-Roos payments, and Mr. Kavanaugh confirmed that payments would continue to increase by 2% per year as previously structured.
Board Member Roque inquired about prepayment options; Mr. Kavanaugh confirmed that prepayment is permitted pursuant to the rate and method adopted at the time of district formation.
At 8:31 p.m. Board Member Roque opened the public hearing.
Marco Ahumada sought and received clarification that bond proceeds are directed toward restoring wastewater treatment plant capacity to serve both existing and future development, and that multiple CFD layers account for the combined special tax obligations seen by Baldwin Ranch homeowners.
At 8:34 p.m. with no further comments, Board Member Roque close the public comment period.
Board Member Mora, District C motions to approve. The motion was seconded by Board Member Roque, District D and by a 3-1 roll call vote.
RESULT: Approved
MOVER: Mora, District C
SECONDER Roque, District D
AYES: 3 Romero, District B, Mora, District C, Roque, District D NAYS: 1 Hernandez, District A
RECUSED: 0 None
EXCUSED: 1 Clauzel
8.3 Approve Resolution No. 2026-02 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 (West Patterson Business Park), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Supplemental Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related Documents and Actions.
Staff Report: Finance Director Williams
Motion to Approve Resolution No. 2026-02 Authorizing the Issuance and Sale of Special Tax Bonds for and on behalf of the West Patterson Financing Authority Community Facilities District No. 2005-1 (West Patterson Business Park), Approving and Directing the Execution of a Supplemental Fiscal Agent Agreement, Approving the Form of the Preliminary Official Statement, Approving Sale of Such Bonds, and Approving Other Related City of Patterson Page 7 Updated 5/19/2026
Documents and Actions.
Finance Director Williams and Consultant Mike Cavanaugh with Hilltop Securities, Inc. reviewed their staff report.
Board Members discussed the following:
- whether there are any potential legal complications associated with locking in the rate, including in extreme situations such as bond defaults or other legal issues related to the sale.
- why the bonds were being reissued for a third time and requested clarification regarding the purpose and need for the repeated issuances.
At 8:46 p.m. Board Member Roque opened the public hearing. There were no comments.
Board Member Mora, District C motions to approve. The motion was seconded by Board Member Roque, District D and by a 3-1 roll call vote.
RESULT: Approved
MOVER: Mora, District C
SECONDER Roque, District D
AYES: 3 Romero, District B, Mora, District C, Roque, District D NAYS: 1 Hernandez, District A
RECUSED: 0 None
EXCUSED: 1 Clauzel
c. Adjourn
At 8:49 p.m. The West Patterson Financing Authority adjourned and reconvened as the City Council Regular Meeting.
9. City Council Items
A. Councilmember Hernandez
Nothing to report.
A.1. Stanislaus Homeless Alliance (Councilmember Mora alternate) A.2. Stanislaus County Hazardous Waste Advisory Committee (Councilmember Mora alternate)
B. Councilmember Romero
Nothing to report.
B.3. San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate)
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C. Councilmember Mora
Nothing to report.
C.1. Workforce Development Board (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate) D. Mayor Pro Tem Roque
Nothing to report.
D.1. (EDAC) Stanislaus County Economic Development Action Committee (Councilmember Romero alternate)
E. Mayor Clauzel
E.1. Stanislaus County Mayor's Meeting
E.2. StanCOG (Mayor Pro Tem Roque alternate)
E.3. League of California Cities (Mayor Pro Tem Roque 1st alternate, Councilmember Romero 2nd alternate)
10. Other Matters
Councilmember Roque requested the feasibility study or report to be on the agenda at the next meeting if possible.
11. Adjournment
8:51 p.m. the City Council recessed the regular meeting to reconvene in Closed Session At 9:48 p.m. Mayor Pro Tem Roque provided the following report: by a vote of 4-0, with one absence, the City Council ratified the City Attorney's filing of a Notice of Appeal of the judgment entered on February 17, 2026 in Building Industry Association of the Greater Valley v.
City of Patterson. The Notice of Appeal was filed on April 2, 2026, consistent with the litigation strategy presented by the City Attorney's office during Closed Session on March 17, 2026, at which time the City Council was afforded the opportunity to comment, ask questions, and raise concerns regarding the City's approved legal strategy. All remaining Closed Session matters direction was provided to staff.
There being no further business, the regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Patterson of May 5, 2026 was adjourned at 9:49 p.m.