5. PROJECT TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Project pricing is valid for 90 days from the date on the proposal.
WaterSolve Standard Terms and Conditions apply.
All aeration or mechanical mixing in the lagoons must be shut down a minimum of 2 hours prior to conducting the sonar survey to allow the suspended solids to settle out which will improve the accuracy of your survey. 12 hours is preferred to improve accuracy. There needs to be a minimum of 1.5 ft of free water above the sludge in the lagoons to provide an accurate survey. Any lagoon with less than this free space will be considered full of sludge. Any areas of the lagoon containing floating debris such as brush or cattails cannot be surveyed and will be adjusted and noted in the reports.
A purchase order or signed contract for these services and a credit application are required to initiate the project. We appreciate the opportunity to provide this survey and look forward to serving you with the results and our suggestions.
Payment is due upon receipt of the final report.
Sincerely, Signed:___________________________________
Daniel Wilcox, VP Sales & Operations
WaterSolve LLC Title:_____________________________________ Date:____________ P O #___________________
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Packet Pg. 196 Attachment: WWTP Lagoon Sludge Survey PSA - WaterSolve LLC (5101 : Professional Services Agreement - WaterSolve LLC) City Council
259 N. Wilma Avenue
Ripon, CA 95366
MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Spencer Schroen, Associate Civil Engineer
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: J D E Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1
RECOMMENDATION:
Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with J D E Engineering, Inc. to provide construction management and inspection services for various projects in a not to exceed amount of $20,000 (funding source: varies by construction project).
BACKGROUND:
At the September 9, 2025 City Council meeting, the City Council approved a Professional Services Agreement with J D E Engineering, Inc. to provide construction management and inspection services for various projects in a not-to-exceed amount of $30,000.
Since execution of the agreement, $27,675 has been billed, leaving a remaining balance of $2,325.
DISCUSSION:
Due to the continued construction workload associated with Capital Improvement and Private Development projects, there remains an ongoing need for professional assistance with construction management and inspection services. Because City staff resources are limited, supplementing staff with qualified consultants helps ensure projects proceed efficiently, safely, and in compliance with approved plans and specifications.
The consultant shall:
Provide on‐call inspection services for public and private site and roadway work Review contractor schedules and related construction activities
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Assist with the review of Requests for Information, material submittals, and payment applications
Review change orders
Perform other construction management and inspection tasks as requested by Engineering staff
The proposed amendment would continue retaining J D E Engineering, Inc. on an as-needed basis to provide qualified on-call construction management and inspection services in support of City staff.
FISCAL IMPACT
The attached Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with J D E Engineering, Inc. includes a detailed scope of services in Exhibit A, for a total not-to exceed amount of $20,000, increasing the total contract amount to $50,000. Expenses incurred under this agreement will be charged to the appropriate funding source for the project these services are provided.
Attachments:
1. J D E Engineering_Amendment 1
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Professional Services Agreement - Page 1 of 1
Construction Management and Inspection Services
J D E Engineering, Inc.
AMENDMENT NO. 1 TO PROFESSIONAL SERVICES AGREEMENT BETWEEN
THE CITY OF RIPON AND
J D E ENGINEERING, INC.
This Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement dated September 9, 2025 (“Amendment”) is made and entered into on, June 9, 2026 (the “Effective Date”) between the City of Ripon, a California municipal corporation (“City”) and J D E Engineering, Inc. (“Consultant”), (together sometimes referred to as the “Parties”).
Section 1. SERVICES. In accordance with the terms and conditions set forth in this Agreement, Consultant agrees to perform all services described in the Consultant’s Scope of Services attached hereto as “Exhibit A”. In the event of a conflict in or inconsistency between the terms of this Agreement and said scope of services, this Agreement shall prevail.
1.1 Term of Services. This Agreement shall begin upon signature by all Parties and shall end when Consultant completes the work described in said scope of work, or no later than two (2) years from the date this Agreement was signed by City, whichever is longer, unless the term of the Agreement is otherwise terminated or modified, as provided for herein. Notwithstanding the foregoing,
1.2 Standard of Performance. Consultant shall diligently perform all services required in connection with this Agreement in the manner and according to the standards observed by a competent practitioner of the profession in which Consultant is engaged in the geographical area in which Consultant practices its profession.
Section 2. COMPENSATION.
City hereby agrees to pay Consultant an amount NOT TO EXCEED Twenty Thousand Dollars ($20,000) for all work described within the Cost Proposal set forth in “Exhibit A” and made a part of this Agreement.
REMAINING TERMS AND CONDITIONS NOT AFFECTED. Unless expressly amended herein, the remaining terms and conditions of the Professional Services Agreement dated June 9, 2026, shall remain in full force and effect.
The Parties have executed this Agreement as of the date signed by the City.
CITY OF RIPON CONSULTANT
Gary Barton, Mayor Dan Eavenson, P.E.
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Packet Pg. 199 Attachment: J D E Engineering_Amendment 1 (5111 : J D E Engineering, Inc. Amendment No. 1) DATE: June 02, 2026
PROJECT: City of Ripon JDE Job #: 25-001
Construction Management and
Inspection Services
CLIENT: City of Ripon PHONE: (209) 599-2108
ATTN: Kevin Werner EMAIL: [email protected]
FROM: Dan Eavenson, P.E. EMAIL: [email protected]
J D E Engineering, Inc. is pleased to offer our services to assist the City of Ripon with Construction Management and Inspection Services for projects within the city. The services we can provide are outlined below:
Construction Management and Inspection Services
1. Provide on-call project inspection on public and private sitework and roadway work
2. Review contractor schedule and related activities
3. Assist with RFI review and response, submittal review, and payment application review
4. Change order review and processing
5. Any other construction management or inspection tasks as requested by the City of Ripon
Time and Materials as requested by the City of Ripon
$150 per hour
Amount Not to Exceed $20,000.00
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MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Lisa Roos, City Clerk & Finance Director
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve the 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice confirming the City’s Conflict of Interest Code and authorize the Mayor to execute the document in accordance with the Political Reform Act.
BACKGROUND:
The Political Reform Act requires local government agencies to review their conflict of interest codes every two years. A conflict of interest code identifies the public officials, employees, and consultants who must disclose certain financial interests by filing a Statement of Economic Interests (Form 700).
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
In August 2014, staff conducted a comprehensive review of the City of Ripon’s Conflict of Interest Code. In June 2026, the City Council approved an amendment removing the Deputy City Attorney position from the code.
Other than that amendment, there have been no substantial organizational changes, including the addition, elimination, or re-classifying of positions, nor have there been substantial changes to the duties or responsibilities of designated positions.
Therefore, staff is recommending the City Council approve the 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice without additional changes.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with filing the Biennial Notice.
Attachments:
1. 2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice
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www.fppc.ca.gov
FPPC Advice: [email protected] (866.275.3772)
2026 Local Agency Biennial Notice
Name of Agency:
Mailing Address:
Contact Person: Phone No.
Email: Alternate Email:
Accurate disclosure is essential to monitor whether officials have conflicts of interest and to help ensure public trust in government. The biennial review examines current programs to ensure that the agency’s code includes disclosure by those agency officials who make or participate in making governmental decisions.
This agency has reviewed its conflict of interest code and has determined that (check one BOX):
An amendment is required. The following amendments are necessary:
(Check all that apply.)
Include new positions
Revise disclosure categories
Revise the titles of existing positions
Delete titles of positions that have been abolished and/or positions that no longer make or participate in making governmental decisions
Other (describe)
The code is currently under review by the code reviewing body.
No amendment is required. (If your code is over five years old, amendments may be necessary.)
Verification (to be completed if no amendment is required) This agency’s code accurately designates all positions that make or participate in the making of governmental decisions. The disclosure assigned to those positions accurately requires that all investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income that may foreseeably be affected materially by the decisions made by those holding designated positions are reported. The code includes all other provisions required by Government Code Section 87302.
__________________________________________ _________________________ Signature of Chief Executive Officer Date
All agencies must complete and return this notice regardless of how recently your code was approved or amended. Please return this notice no later than October 1, 2026, or by the date specified by your agency, if earlier, to:
(PLACE RETURN ADDRESS OF CODE REVIEWING BODY HERE)
PLEASE DO NOT RETURN THIS FORM TO THE FPPC.
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MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Daniel Sauer, Chief of Police
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: Service Agreement - Jocelyn E. Roland, Ph.D
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve and authorize the Mayor to sign the annual agreement with Jocelyn E. Roland, Ph.D. that makes available counseling services to Police Department employees in the amount of $7,500 (funding source: General Fund).
BACKGROUND:
The City of Ripon has contracted with Dr. Roland since 2007 to provide confidential counseling services for Police Department employees. These services are available to employees on a voluntary basis.
DISCUSSION:
Staff recommends entering into an agreement with Dr. Roland for the upcoming fiscal year to continue providing counseling services to Police Department employees.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The annual cost increased from $6,000 to $7,500. Dr. Roland has not adjusted fees since 2007; however, operating costs have continued to increase. The annual cost of $7,500 will be funded through the General Fund.
Attachments:
1. Ripon Contract 2026-2027
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JOCELYN E. ROLAND, PH.D., ABPP, Inc.
BOARD CERTIFIED IN POLICE AND PUBLIC SAFETY PSYCHOLOGY
Psychologist PSY#13998
2937 Veneman Avenue, Suite B-125
Modesto, CA 95356
Telephone: (209) 521-8400
Fax: (888)727-7573
Email: [email protected]
Website: www.jocelynrolandphd.com
INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR SERVICES AGREEMENT
AGREEMENT made this 1st day of July 2026 by and between JOCELYN E. ROLAND, Ph.D., ABPP, Inc., PSYCHOLOGIST, hereinafter referred to as the "CONTRACTOR" and the CITY OF RIPON hereinafter referred to as the "AGENCY".
NOW THEREFORE, the Agency hereby engages the services of the Contractor, and in consideration of the mutual promises and covenants herein contained, the parties agree as follows:
TERM
This agreement shall be for the period of one (1) year, commencing on July 1, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2027, or upon sooner termination as herein provided.
Either party may terminate this agreement by giving thirty (30) days written notice to the other party.
SERVICES
1. Contractor agrees to provide counseling/therapy to all sworn peace officers, community service officers, and dispatchers of the Agency, at no cost to the covered employee. Free counseling services will be provided to dependents (spouse or significant other and minor children 18 and under) for a maximum of three (3) sessions, following which they may be referred to another suitable provider. If the maximum is reached, any additional cost shall be assumed by the employee. This agreement does not cover employees who, for any reason, are not currently or actively working their regularly assigned duties, nor does it cover Reserves. It does not cover mental health services outside of the expertise of the Contractor (i.e., medication prescription, inpatient substance abuse treatment, etc.) In the performance of this Agreement any third persons employed by Contractor shall be entirely and exclusively under the direction, supervision, and control of Contractor. All terms of employment including hours, wages, working conditions, discipline, hiring, and discharging or any other term of employment or requirements of law shall be determined by Contractor.
Contractor is available for Critical Incident Stress Debriefings upon the request of the Watch Commander or higher ranking official.
Contractor shall provide consultation to the Detective Division as requested. Contractor is available to provide training day presentations, schedule permitting.
Contractor is available for SWAT call-outs as psychology field consultant for consultation and advice regarding hostage/barricade events.
2. Pre-Employment Psychological Screenings: Contractor shall provide Pre-employment psychological evaluations of police officer, community service officer, dispatcher and IT applicants for the agency.
The screening for all applicants will meet any requirements developed by the California Commission of
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FEE
For Item 1 under Services, Agency will pay Contractor $7,500.00 (seven thousand, five hundred dollars) for the term of this Agreement. Agency will reimburse Contractor within 30 days from the billing date.
For Item 2 under Services, Agency will pay Contractor $550 for each pre-employment psychological screening evaluation. A billing statement for each pre-employment psychological screening will accompany each written report.
Any screening appointments that are not canceled within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment and “no-shows” for appointments will be billed at the regular rate. This includes “hold” appointments that are not released within two (2) business days of the scheduled appointment.
There is a fee if an applicant is pulled from the screening process prior to the interview but after they have completed the testing. The fee of $200 is to cover the cost of the testing.
INSURANCE REQUIREMENTS
Contractor will, at her own expense, obtain and maintain general liability insurance, including professional malpractice, with combined single limits of $1,000,000, which will be in effect at all times during the life of this Agreement. All Contractor’s policies shall contain an endorsement that written notice shall be given to Agency at least thirty (30) days prior to termination, cancellation, or reduction of coverage in the policy or policies.
Contractor shall promptly, upon execution of this Agreement and prior to commencement of providing services to Agency under this Agreement, deliver to Agency a Certificate of Insurance of the aforementioned coverages.
The foregoing requirements as to the types and limits of insurance coverage to be maintained by Contractor and approved by Agency on behalf of the City of Ripon are not intended to and shall not in any manner limit or qualify the liabilities and obligations otherwise assumed by the parties pursuant to this Agreement.
INDEMNIFICATION
Contractor shall defend, indemnify, and hold the City of Ripon, its council members, officers, agents, and employees harmless from all claims, demands, suits, loss, damages, injury and liability, direct or indirect (including any and all costs and expenses in connection therewith), incurred by reason of any negligent acts, errors or omissions of Contractor, her agents or employees, or any of them, under or in connection with this Agreement. Agency shall be solely liable for negligent or wrongful acts or omissions of its representatives and employees occurring in the performance of this Agreement. If either party becomes liable for damages caused by such party's solely negligent or wrongful acts or omissions, the negligent party shall pay such damages without contribution from the other party.
NO EMPLOYER-EMPLOYEE RELATIONSHIP
No relationship of employer or employee is created by this agreement. It is understood that Contractor will act hereunder as an independent contractor and shall have no claim under this Agreement or otherwise against the Agency or the City of Ripon for vacation with pay, sick leave, retirement, medical, dental, social security, workers' compensation, disability, unemployment insurance benefits, or employee benefits of any kind. The parties agree that Contractor will not be treated as an employee for federal or state tax purposes.
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ATTORNEY'S FEES
If any action at law or inequity is brought to enforce or interpret the provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's fees in addition to any other relief to which he/she may be entitled.
GOVERNING LAW
The validity of this Agreement and of any of its terms or provisions, as well as the rights and duties of the parties hereunder, shall be governed by the laws of the State of California.
NO REPORTS OR EVALUATIONS
CONTRACTOR agrees that she will not conduct independent evaluations or prepare forensic psychological reports for the sole purpose of advocating a disability retirement or workers' compensation claim to clients covered by this Agreement. CONTRACTOR is free to provide assistance to counseling/therapy clients covered by this Agreement who might incidentally assert a workers' compensation claim or disability retirement, as requested or required through forms submitted to CONTRACTOR by clients, when appropriate, and to provide a copy of treatment records or subpoenaed testimony upon the consent of clients or as required by law.
Executed at Ripon, California on the day and year first written above.
Gary Barton, Mayor Jocelyn E. Roland Ph.D., ABPP
CA license# 13998
Date Date
Tom Terpstra, City Attorney
Date
March 19, 2026
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MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Kevin Werner, City Administrator
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: Poet Laureate Program Grant Funding Request
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Approve and authorize staff to distribute the third and final installment of Poet Laureate grant funding in the amount of $5,000 to the Ripon Arts League, in accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding (funding source: Library & Literacy Foundation for San Joaquin County Poet Laureate Program Grant).
BACKGROUND:
On January 9, 2024, the City of Ripon received a $15,000 grant from the Library & Literacy Foundation for San Joaquin County (“Foundation”) – a philanthropic organization administered by the San Joaquin Community Foundation. The grant provides funding over a three year period to establish the City’s first Poet Laureate Program.
On February 13, 2024, the City Council approved a Memorandum of Understanding with the Ripon Arts League to administer the Poet Laureate Program.
The Ripon Arts League has selected a Poet Laureate and completed the necessary required tasks over the first two years of the program.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
The Ripon Arts League has submitted its plan of action for fiscal year 2026-27, which is attached for City Council review.
In accordance with the Memorandum of Understanding, staff recommends distributing the third and final $5,000 installment of grant funding to the Ripon Arts League for administration of the Poet Laureate Program.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
The requested $5,000 payment represents the third and final installment of the $15,000 grant awarded by the Foundation.
Attachments:
1. 26-27 RAL Poet Laureate grant request
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To Whom It May Concern,
The Ripon Arts League is requesting to receive the 3rd year of the funding for the Poet Laureate Program. The following are the planned activities to be completed in the 2026-27 year (July 1, 2026-June 30, 2027):in the amount of $5,000.
Duties of the Poet Laureate:
The Poet Laureate will contribute at least 1 poetic work annually dedicated to and about the City of Ripon and read it at a City Council meeting.
The Poet Laureate will coordinate and advertise at a minimum of four (4) of the following events each year of the Memorandum of Understanding:
● Promote poetry and the literary arts in conjunction with events at the public library or schools.
● Host teen events such as spoken word events, poetry slams, or book clubs at the Ripon Library
● Contribute poetry and literary works that promote literacy in the community's educational programs and the citizens at-large.
● Host early childhood literacy programs, including story time, at the Ripon Library ● Provide a free poetry workshop open to the general public at the Ripon Library Events which the Poet Laureate may contribute poetic work may include: Ripon Almond Blossom Festival
Labor Day events
Memorial Day events
Veterans’ Day events,
Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday
President’s Day
Historical events
Special occasions as they occur
The Poet Laureate needs to be willing to mentor the next Poet Laureate.
Respectfully Submitted,
Suzanne Fisher
Board member of the Ripon Arts League, Chair of the Poet Laureate Committee
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Packet Pg. 209 Attachment: 26-27 RAL Poet Laureate grant request (5097 : Poet Laureate Program Grant Funding Request) City Council
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MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Spencer Schroen, Associate Civil Engineer
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: Meadowood Subdivision Improvements
RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Accept the Meadowood Subdivision Improvements completed within the public right-of-way by Lennar Homes of California LLC.
BACKGROUND:
The Meadowood Subdivision is an 88-lot single-family residential development located along Fulton Avenue within the North Point Specific Plan area of the City of Ripon. The project was approved on February 13, 2018 under Development Agreement DA17-02 and Tentative Subdivision Map S17-02.
As a condition of project approval, the City of Ripon and Lennar Homes of California LLC entered into a Subdivision Improvement Agreement (SIA) governing the construction of required public improvements. The purpose of the SIA is to ensure that all improvements within the public right-of-way are constructed to City standards prior to acceptance by the City Council.
The following improvements are covered under the SIA:
Fulton Avenue widening and full-width street improvements to City 102-foot right-ofway standard, including frontage improvement. Paver streets, curbs, gutters, and sidewalks within the subdivision Sanitary sewer, water, and storm drain infrastructure Joint trench utilities (electric, gas, and telecommunications) LED street lighting
Landscaped medians along Fulton and Goodwin Drive
Safe Routes to School improvements, including lighted crosswalks at roundabouts Paseos and landscaping per the North Point Specific Plan
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DISCUSSION:
The Meadowood Subdivision Improvements are now substantially complete and have been constructed in conformance with the approved Plans and Specifications.
Although all punch list items have been completed, a few follow-up items remain. Concrete flatwork and paver installations are excluded from this acceptance, as these improvements will be completed and inspected on a per-lot basis concurrent with the final inspection of each individual home. This has been excluded because during construction of the homes, additional damage is likely to occur to the concrete and pavers. By including these items as part of the final inspection of the home, it will avoid the developer making these repairs twice.
All conditions required by the SIA have been satisfied and the required improvements have been constructed in conformance with the approved plans and specifications. The required one-year maintenance bond and record drawings have been received. Therefore, the project is ready for City Council acceptance.
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MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Ken Zuidervaart, Planning Director
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: Ionna Development Agreement - 1504 Colony Road - Ordinance RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Waive the second reading, and adopt the ordinance approving the Development Agreement with Ionna LLC (DA26-08).
BACKGROUND:
On October 20, 2025, the Ripon Planning Commission approved the necessary entitlements for an Electric Vehicle Charging Station project located at 1504 West Colony Road, subject to conditions of approval. As part of that action, the applicant was required to enter into a Development Agreement with the City of Ripon prior to the issuance of building permits.
On April 20, 2026, the Planning Commission reviewed the proposed Development Agreement and adopted a recommendation that the City Council approve the agreement.
Development Agreements are utilized by the City to formalize project-specific requirements and ensure ongoing compliance with the conditions of approval associated with a project. The proposed Development Agreement does not introduce new requirements; rather, it memorializes the obligations and conditions previously established as part of the project’s entitlement.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
Since approval of the project entitlements, the applicant has been coordinating with City staff and advancing the project toward building permit issuance. Approval of the Development Agreement is a required procedural step prior to issuance of building permits.
The agreement is consistent with the previously approved project and incorporates all applicable conditions imposed by the Planning Commission. No substantive changes to the project are proposed through this agreement.
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Approval of the Development Agreement will satisfy the remaining entitlement requirement and allow the project to proceed to the construction phase.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There is no fiscal impact associated with this action. Approval of the Development Agreement does not create any new financial obligations and is consistent with the original project approval.
Attachments:
1. Attachment 1 - Signed IONNA DA
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ORDINANCE NO. 936
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RIPON APPROVING THE DEVELOPMENT AGREEMENT
ENTERED INTO BETWEEN THE CITY OF RIPON AND
IONNA, LLC. ("DEVELOPER") OF CERTAIN REAL
PROPERTY IN THE CITY OF RIPON.
WHEREAS, pursuant to Chapter 16.60 of the Ripon Municipal Code, the City may enter into a Development Agreement with the owners and/or developer of real property within the City; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Development Agreement with Ionna LLC pertains to the Electric Vehicle Charging Station project located at 1504 West Colony Road (the “Project”); and
WHEREAS, the Project was previously approved by the Ripon Planning Commission on October 20, 2025, subject to conditions of approval, including the requirement to enter into a Development Agreement prior to issuance of building permits; and
WHEREAS, the City has reviewed the Project in accordance with the California Environmental Quality Act and determined that the Project is categorically exempt from CEQA pursuant to Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines, as the Project involves limited new construction of a small-scale commercial facility and will not have a significant effect on the environment; and WHEREAS, the Ripon City Council has conducted all required public hearings and considered all testimony, staff reports, and evidence presented regarding the Development Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the Development Agreement is consistent with the General Plan, the Ripon Municipal Code, and the previously approved Project entitlements.
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Ripon City Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. The above recitals are hereby declared to be true and correct and represent the findings of the City Council of the City of Ripon, made in the exercise of its independent Judgment. Said findings are incorporated by this reference.
SECTION 2. The City of Ripon hereby approves that certain Development Agreement, attached hereto as Attachment 1 by and between the City of Ripon and Ionna LLC (“Developer”). The City Clerk is hereby authorized and directed to record the Development Agreement and to take all actions necessary and appropriate to implement the provisions of the Agreement.
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SECTION 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA). The City Council finds that the Project is categorically exempt from the requirements of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to Section 15303 (New Construction or Conversion of Small Structures) of the CEQA Guidelines. The City Council further finds that none of the exceptions to the use of a categorical exemption set forth in CEQA Guidelines Section 15300.2 apply.
SECTION 5. PUBLICATION AND EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall become effective thirty days from and after the date of its final passage and adoption and shall be published at least once within fifteen days prior to its effective date in the Manteca Bulletin, the official newspaper of The City of Ripon.
SECTION 6. SEVERABILITY. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the ordinance. The Ripon City Council hereby declares that they would have adopted the ordinance, and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase thereof, irrespective of the fact that one or more sections, subsections, sentences, clauses or phrases was declared invalid.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Ripon this 9th day of June, 2026, by the following vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Michael Restuccia, Council Member
SECONDER:Daniel de Graaf, Council Member
AYES: Barton, Uecker, Restuccia, Zuber, de Graaf
THE CITY OF RIPON,
A Municipal Corporation
By _______________________________
GARY BARTON, Mayor
ATTEST:
By: ___________________________
LISA ROOS, City Clerk
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259 N. Wilma Avenue
Ripon, CA 95366
MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Ken Zuidervaart, Planning Director
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: Zoning Code Text Amendment for ADUs - Ordinance RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt an ordinance amending Title 16, Chapter 16.86 (“Accessory Dwelling Units”) of the Ripon Municipal Code to ensure consistency with recent changes in State law.
The proposed amendments update Chapter 16.86 to reflect current State ADU requirements.
There are no changes from first reading to second reading. Following is the proposed Ordinance recommended for second reading and adoption.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Ripon last comprehensively updated its Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) regulations in April 2021. Since that time, the State of California has adopted numerous legislative changes related to ADUs, resulting in substantive updates to Government Code provisions governing ADU development.
As a result of these legislative changes, portions of the City’s current ADU ordinance are no longer consistent with State law and require amendment to ensure compliance. Failure to maintain a compliant ADU ordinance may result in the City being subject to State enforcement actions and limitations on local land use authority.
The proposed amendments to Chapter 16.86 have been prepared to align the Ripon Municipal Code with current State requirements while maintaining, to the extent allowed, local development standards and objective criteria.
DISCUSSION/ANALYSIS:
The proposed ordinance amendments update Chapter 16.86 of the Ripon Municipal Code to reflect changes in State law governing ADUs, including provisions related to ministerial review, development standards, and exemptions from certain local requirements.
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The amendments are not intended to expand local discretion beyond what is permitted under State law, but rather to bring the City’s regulations into alignment with existing statutory requirements.
The Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on April 20, 2026 to consider the proposed amendments to Chapter 16.86. During its review, the Commission expressed several policy concerns related to the limitations imposed by State law, including:
Infrastructure Impacts:
State law restricts the City’s ability to collect development impact fees for certain ADUs, raising concerns regarding long-term impacts to water, sewer, roadway, and public service infrastructure.
Neighborhood Parking and Street Congestion:
Limitations on requiring off-street parking may increase on-street parking demand and contribute to congestion within established residential neighborhoods. Design Compatibility Limitations:
State law constrains local discretion, limiting the City’s ability to impose design standards that ensure new ADUs are fully compatible with existing neighborhood character.
Increased Unit Density on Single-Family Parcels:
State law mandates the allowance of multiple ADUs on single-family properties, which may result in increased density and potential impacts to infrastructure capacity, neighborhood character, and overall quality of life.
While acknowledging these concerns, the Planning Commission recognized that the proposed amendments are required to comply with State law. Following discussion, the Planning Commission voted 5-0 to recommend approval of the ordinance to the City Council.
FINDINGS:
1. That the proposed use is consistent with the goals, policies, standards, and maps of the General Plan, any applicable Master Plan, Specific Plan, any Specific Purpose Plan, and any other applicable plan adopted by the City of Ripon.
2. The proposed amendments are necessary to ensure consistency with State law governing accessory dwelling units.
3. The proposed amendments will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare.
ENVIRONMENTAL ANALYSIS:
The proposed ordinance amendments are exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Public Resources Code Section 21080.17, which provides a statutory exemption for
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the adoption of an ordinance by a city or county to implement the provisions of Government Code Section 65852.2 related to accessory dwelling units.
The proposed amendments are intended solely to bring the City’s regulations into compliance with State law governing accessory dwelling units and do not involve the approval of any specific development project. Accordingly, the action is statutorily exempt from CEQA.
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ORDINANCE NO. 937
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
RIPON AMENDING TITLE 16, CHAPTER 16.86 ACCESSORY
DWELLING UNITS TO BE COMPLIANT WITH RECENT
CHANGES IN STATE LAW
NOW, THEREFORE, the City of Ripon Council does ordain as follows:
SECTION 1. AMENDING CHAPTER 16.86 TO THE RIPON MUNICIPAL CODE.
Chapter 16.86 to the Ripon Municipal Code is hereby amended to read in full as follows:
Chapter 16.86
ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS
Sections:
16.86.010 Purpose and Applicability
16.86.020 Definitions
16.86.030 Application and Review Procedures
16.86.040 State-Exempt ADU Standards
16.86.050 Non-Exempt ADU Standards
16.86.060 General Standards and Requirements
16.86.070 JADU Standards
16.86.080 Applications to Permit Unpermitted Units
16.86.010 Purpose and Applicability
A. The purpose of this chapter is to implement Title 7, Chapter 13 of the California Government Code (Sections 66310 et.seq.) by establishing local regulations for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (JADUs). In the case of conflict between the provisions of this Chapter and Title 7, Chapter 13 of the Government Code, the provisions of Title 7, Chapter 13 of the Government Code provisions shall prevail.
B. This Chapter applies to all lots with an existing or proposed single-family or multifamily dwelling in zones where residential use is permitted, either by right or through objective permitted use.
16.86.020 Definitions
For the purposed of this Chapter, the following definitions shall apply:
A. Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU): An attached or detached residential dwelling unit that provides complete, independent living facilities for one or more persons and is located on a lot with a proposed or existing primary dwelling. An ADU must include permanent provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation. An ADU also includes an efficiency unit, as
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defined in Health and Safety Code §17958.1 and a manufactured home, as defined in Health and Safety Code §18007.
B. Accessory Structure: A structure that is accessory and incidental to a dwelling located on the same lot and is not designed to be a residential dwelling unit.
C. Attached ADU: An ADU that shares a common foundation, roof, wall, floor, or ceiling with the primary unit, or has any structural materials shared with or that touch the primary dwelling.
D. Conversion ADU: An ADU created completely within existing footprint of the legally constructed space of a dwelling or accessory structure, including garages, basements, storage rooms, or other habitable or non-habitable areas.
E. Detached ADU: An ADU constructed as a separate structure from the primary dwelling.
F. Efficiency Kitchen: A kitchen that includes each of the following: 1) a cooking facility with appliances; and 2) a food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of a reasonable size in relation to the size of the JADU.
G. Impact Fee: “Impact Fee” has the same meaning as “fee” in Gov. Code §66000 (b), including fees specified in §66477, but excluding connection fees or capacity charges.
H. Junior Accessory Dwelling Unit (JADU): A unit that is no more than 500 square feet of interior livable space in size, including an Efficiency Kitchen, and is contained entirely within a single-family residence. A junior accessory dwelling unit may include separate sanitation facilities or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.
I. Livable Space: An interior space within a dwelling intended for human habitation, including living, sleeping, eating, cooking, or sanitation.
J. Multifamily Dwelling: A structure designed for human habitation containing two or more legally created independent living quarters that share a common wall and are located on a single lot.
K. Non-Exempt ADU: An ADU that does not meet the criteria stated in Government Code §66323, as it may be amended or recodified.
L. Primary Dwelling: The principal residential building on a lot. An accessory dwelling unit may not be considered the primary dwelling.
M..Single-Family Dwelling: A detached unit, townhouse, or other single unit providing complete, independent living facilities for one household, including provisions for living, sleeping, eating, cooking, and sanitation.
N. State-Exempt ADU: An ADU that qualifies for ministerial approval under Gov. Code §66323.
16.86.030 Application and Review Procedures
A. Permit Requirement: All ADUs and JADUs require and ADU or JADU permit and a building permit.
B. Application Submittal: Applications shall be filed with the Planning Department and must include:
1. A completed ADU/JADU application form, which shall be promulgated by the City Planning Department, complete with all required attachments, exhibits, and application fees. The application for shall be signed by the property owner of record.
2. Project plans drawn to scale, showing all existing and proposed structures, improvements, materials, landscaping, and parking.
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C. Review and Processing:
1. The City shall determine whether an application is complete within 15 business days of receipt by the City.
2. If the application is deemed to be incomplete, the City shall issue the applicant a set of written comments with a list of items that are defective or deficient, and a description of how the applicant can remedy those deficiencies.
a. Upon receipt of said comments, the applicant may cure the items deemed to be incomplete or deficient by the City. If the applicant fails to cure the items addressed in the City’s issued comments within 30 days of issuance, the application shall expire. b. Any resubmittal by an applicant that addresses the incomplete items in the City’s written comments shall be processed subject to the same timelines that would apply to an initial application submittal.
c. An applicant may appeal the City’s determination that the application is incomplete by submitting a written appeal to the City Clerk. The Planning Commission shall review the written appeal and affirm or reverse the completeness determination and provide a final written determination to the applicant within 60 business days after receipt of the appeal.
3. If the application is determined to be complete, the City shall ministerially review and act on the complete application within 60 days of submittal.
D. Permit Expiration: ADU and JADU Permits issued pursuant to this Chapter shall expire and become void twelve (12) months after the effective date of approval if any of the following occur:
1. A standard requirement of approval has not been complied with;
2. A required building, electrical, plumbing, or a mechanical permit has either not been secured or has lapsed or become void; or
E. Fees: Applicants shall pay all applicable fees, including impact, utility connection, capacity, and school fees, unless otherwise required by State law.
16.86.040 State-Exempt ADU Standards
The following standards shall apply to State-Exempt ADUs. Where a provision of this section conflicts with any other local standard, this section controls for qualifying State-Exempt ADUs.
A. Eligible ADU Types
Pursuant to Government Code §66323 and the provisions of this Chapter, the following types of State Exempt ADUs shall be approved ministerially, subject to the limitations specified below:
1. Single-Family Dwellings - One ADU and one JADU within Existing Structures One ADU and one JADU may be permitted on a lot with a single-family dwelling if the units meet the following requirements:
a. Location:
i. The unit is located within the space of the proposed or existing single-family dwelling; or
ii. The ADU is located within the existing space of an accessory structure, plus up to 150 additional square feet if necessary for accommodating ingress and egress b. Access: The unit has independent exterior access from the proposed or existing singlefamily dwelling; c. Setbacks: The unit has side and rear setbacks that are sufficient for fire safety; and
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d. Compliance: The JADU complies with all applicable provisions of State law.
2. Single-Family Dwellings – Detached New ADUs
A detached new construction ADU may be added to a lot with an existing or proposed singlefamily dwelling if all the following apply:
a. Setbacks: The side and rear setbacks are least four feet; b. Size: The floor area is 800 square feet of livable space or smaller; and c. Height: The height does not exceed the applicable height limits for Detached ADUs specified in this Chapter.
3. Multifamily Dwellings – Conversion ADUs
a. At least one ADU shall be permitted within an existing multifamily dwelling, or a maximum of 25 percent of the existing dwelling units, whichever is greater.
4. Multifamily Dwellings – Detached ADUs
No more than two Detached ADUs may be permitted on a lot with a proposed multi-family dwelling, or up to eight detached ADUs on a lot with an existing multi-family dwelling, if each Detached ADU
a. Complies with the height requirements specified in this Chapter; b. Has side and rear setbacks of at least four feet;
c. If the lot has an existing Multifamily dwelling, the quantity of Detached ADUs does not exceed the number of primary dwelling units on the lot.
16.86.050 Non-Exempt ADU Standards
The following requirements apply only to Non-Exempt ADUs:
A. Maximum Size:
1. The maximum size of an attached or Detached Non-Exempt ADU shall be as follows:
a. 850 square feet of interior livable space for a studio or one-bedroom ADU. b. 1000 square feet for ADUs with more than one bedroom.
2. Attached ADUs created on a lot with an existing primary dwelling shall be further limited to 50 percent of the floor area of the existing primary dwelling.
3. Other development standards in this Section 16.86.050 may be applied, as applicable, to further limit the size of a Non-Exempt ADU, but no such standards shall reduce the interior living space of the ADU to less than 800 square feet.
B. Setbacks
Non-Exempt ADUs shall observe the following setback requirements:
1. No setbacks shall be required for Conversion ADUs if the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the preexisting structure.
2. Detached units shall comply with the following setbacks:
a. Front: Same as the primary dwelling, subject to the limitations of Section
16.86.050(A)(3), above.
b. Side and Rear: four feet.
c. Newly constructed detached ADUs shall be set back a minimum of 6 feet from any other structure on the lot.
C. Design and Architectural Standards
1. The materials, colors, and siding types of the ADU shall match those of the primary dwelling.
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2. The roof pitch must match that of the roof pitch of the largest portion of the roof of the primary dwelling.
3. Windows and doors shall match the type and materials of those of the primary dwelling.
Windows and doors of the ADU shall not have a direct line of sight to an adjoining residential property. Conversion ADUs that do not include new exterior window installations shall be exempt from this requirement.
4. Exterior lighting shall be downward-directed and fully shielded so as not to produce glare, light trespass, or illumination onto adjacent properties.
D. Parking Requirements
1. Non-exempt ADUs shall provide at least one off-street parking space per ADU or per bedroom, whichever is less.
2. Parking must be located on-site and may include tandem spaces.
3. No off-street parking shall be required for an ADU if any of the following apply:
a. The ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit. b. The ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district. c. The ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an existing accessory structure.
d. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU. e. The ADU is located within one block of a car-share vehicle.
E. Lot Coverage:
1. All Non-Exempt ADU floor areas count toward the lot coverage limits established in Chapter
16.16 of the Ripon Municipal Code, subject to the limitations of Section 16.86.050(A)(3), above.
16.86.060 General Standards and Requirements
The following requirements apply to ADUs and JADUs, as specified below, which are approved pursuant to the provisions of this Chapter:
A. Number Permitted:
1. Except as otherwise specified in this Chapter, only one ADU and one JADU may be permitted per lot, regardless of zoning.
B. Eligible Locations
1. State-Exempt ADUs may be constructed on lots zoned for residential or mixed-use zones.
2. Non-Exempt ADUs may be constructed on lots zoned for single-family and multi-family residential uses.
3. JADUs may only be constructed on lots zoned for single-family dwellings.
C. Minimum Size. The minimum floor area of any ADU or JADU shall meet the requirements of an efficiency unit, as defined in Health and Safety Code §17958.1.
D. Height Limits.
1. Except as provided by subsections (D)(1)(a) and (D)(1)(b) below, a detached ADU created on a lot with a proposed or existing primary dwelling shall not exceed 16 feet in height. a. A detached ADU may be constructed to a maximum of 18 feet in height if the proposed detached ADU is located within one half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high-quality transit corridor, as those terms are defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code
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b. An additional two feet in height shall be allowed if necessary to accommodate a roof pitch on the ADU that is aligned with the roof pitch of the primary dwelling unit.
2. For lots with an existing or proposed multistory multifamily dwelling, a detached ADU shall not exceed 18 feet in height.
3. Attached ADUs shall not exceed 25 feet in height, or the maximum height applicable to the primary dwelling, whichever is lower.
4. No ADU shall exceed two stories.
5. For purposes of this Section, height is defined as the vertical distance between the existing legal grade and the uppermost point of the roof of the structure directly above that legal grade.
E. Rental Term. ADUs and JADUs shall not be rented for fewer than 30 consecutive days.
F. Separate Conveyance Prohibition. ADUs and JADUs shall not be sold or conveyed separately from the primary dwelling, except as authorized by state law.
G. Rent Reporting. Property owners must submit an annual report, on City-provided forms, disclosing the monthly rent charged for any ADU or JADU on the property.
H. Impact and School Fees
The following fees shall apply to all ADUs and JADUs that are approved pursuant to the terms of this Chapter:
1. No impact fees shall be required for any JADU or for an ADU that has less than 750 square feet of interior livable space.
2. ADUs with 750 square feet or more of interior livable space shall be charged impact fees proportionately in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling unit.
3. ADUs larger than 500 sq. ft. are subject to applicable school district impact fees prior to certificate of occupancy.
I. Utility Connections and Fees
1. Except those units described in Section 16.86.040(A)(1), all ADUs shall establish a separate connection between the ADU and the utility. The Planning Director or the City Engineer may, at his or her discretion, waive the requirement for a new water and sewer connection. All new utilities shall be installed underground.
2. Each ADU or JADU shall have its own electric and/or gas meter and shall have separate garbage service.
3. All City utility accounts, including water, sewer, and garbage, shall be maintained in the property owner’s name. Monthly sewer charges shall reflect the total number of units on the property.
4. Any utility connections required by this subsection shall be subject to connection fees and capacity charges that are proportionate to the burden of the ADU, which shall be determined based upon the square footage of the ADU.
J. Building and Fire Codes
1. All ADUs and JADUs shall comply with all applicable building and fire code requirements, including, but not limited to, Title 15 of the Ripon Municipal Code.
2. Construction of an ADU does not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the City Building Code, as described in Section 310 of the California Building Code, unless the Building Official or a city code enforcement officer makes a written finding based on substantial evidence in the record that the construction of the ADU could have a specific, adverse impact on public health and safety. Nothing in this subsection prevents the City from changing the occupancy
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code of a space that was uninhabitable space or that was only permitted for nonresidential use and was subsequently converted for residential use in accordance with this Chapter.
K. Nonconforming Zoning Conditions, Building Code Violations, and Substandard Lots
1. Applications for ADUs and JADUs shall not be denied due to nonconforming zoning conditions.
2. Applications for ADUs or JADUs on non-conforming or substandard lots, or lots with buildings with preexisting Building Code violations shall require written findings from the Planning Director, Chief of Police, and Ripon Consolidated Fire District Chief that:
a. Adequate access exists for emergency and service vehicles. b. The proposed ADU or JADU, and any nonconforming zoning conditions, building code violations, or unpermitted structures present on the lot do not present a public health or safety hazard.
L. Fire Sprinklers
1. Fire sprinklers shall be required for any ADU or JADU if sprinklers are required in the primary residence.
16.86.070 JADU Standards
A. General requirements:
1. JADUs shall have exterior access separate and independent from the primary dwelling.
2. JADUs that share sanitation facilities with the primary dwelling shall include an interior entrance to the main living area of the primary dwelling in addition to an exterior entrance that is separate from the main entrance to the primary dwelling.
B. Lot Coverage:
1. JADUs shall not be subject to lot coverage, floor area ratio, or open space standards that would preclude their construction.
C. Parking: No additional parking is required for a JADU, regardless of size or location.
D. Fees: No Impact Fees, Connection and Capacity Fees, or School Fees shall be imposed on JADUs.
E. Owner-Occupancy Requirement:
1. The property owner must occupy the primary dwelling or the JADU only if the JADU shares sanitation facilities with the primary dwelling, except where prohibited by state law. If the JADU has separate, self-contained sanitation facilities, there shall be no owner-occupancy requirement.
2. Enforcement: Compliance with this section shall be verified through permit conditions and, if necessary, the City may enforce violations through revocation of JADU authorization or other legal remedies consistent with state law.
F. Deed Restriction
1. If the JADU is subject to an owner-occupancy requirement, the property owner shall record a deed restriction with the San Joaquin County Recorder’s Office, in a form approved by the City Attorney, specifying the owner-occupancy requirement, the prohibition of separate sale of the JADU, the restrictions on the size and attributes of the JADU, and any other applicable limitations.
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16.86.080 Applications to Permit Unpermitted Units
A. As required by State law, the City shall not deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020 due to either of the following:
1. The ADU or JADU is in violation of applicable building standards, or
2. The ADU or JADU does not comply with State ADU or JADU law, or the provisions of this Chapter.
B. Eligibility: To qualify for the ADU Amnesty Program, the applicant must demonstrate:
1. The ADU was constructed prior to January 1, 2020.
2. Sufficient documentation verifying the date of construction, including, but not limited to, utility records, affidavits, and construction records.
3. The ADU meets, or can be modified to meet, current health and safety standards as determined by the Building Official.
C. Application Denial.
1. The City may deny a permit to legalize an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that was constructed before January 1, 2020, if the City makes a finding that correcting a violation is necessary to comply with the standards specified in California Health and Safety Code Section 17920.3.
2. Any application to permit an existing but unpermitted ADU or JADU that is deemed substandard pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 17920.3 shall be denied.
D. Application and Review Process:
1. Application Submission: A complete ADU Amnesty Application, signed by the property owner, must be filed with the Building Department, including:
a. Proof of construction date;
b. A site plan and floor plan of the ADU or JADU; and
c. A description of current conditions.
2. Inspection: Upon receipt of a completed application, the Building Department shall inspect the ADU or JADU to determine compliance with applicable health and safety standards.
3. Correction Plan: If deficiencies are identified, the Building Official shall provide the applicant with a correction list. The applicant shall be given ninety (90) days to make necessary improvements to meet health and safety standards.
4. Final Approval: Once corrections are satisfactorily completed, the Building Official shall issue an ADU or JADU permit to the applicant.
E. Relief from Penalties: No administrative fines, penalties, or enforcement actions shall be imposed against property owners who voluntarily apply for permits pursuant to the provisions of this Section.
SECTION 2. The remaining Chapters of Title 16 of the Ripon Municipal Code shall remain in full force and effect.
SECTION 3. All ordinances or parts of ordinances in conflict herewith are hereby expressly repealed.
SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY If any provisions of this ordinance or the application thereof to
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any person or circumstance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions or applications of the ordinance which can be effective without the invalid provision of application, and to his/her end the provisions of this ordinance are severable. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance irrespective of the validity of any particular portion thereof.
SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE AND PUBLICATION This ordinance shall go into effect 30 days after its adoption and a summary of this ordinance shall be published five (5) days prior to and within fifteen (15) days following its adoption in the Manteca Bulletin, the official paper of the City of Ripon.
PASSED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Ripon this 9th day of June, 2026, by the following vote:
RESULT: ADOPTED [UNANIMOUS]
MOVER: Leo Zuber, Council Member
SECONDER:Michael Restuccia, Council Member
AYES: Barton, Uecker, Restuccia, Zuber, de Graaf
THE CITY OF RIPON,
A Municipal Corporation
By _______________________________
GARY BARTON, Mayor
ATTEST:
By: ___________________________
LISA ROOS, City Clerk
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City Council
259 N. Wilma Avenue
Ripon, CA 95366
MEMO
To: Honorable City Council
From: Kevin Werner, City Administrator
Date: 06/09/2026
Subject: 2026-2027 Budget
Staff to present the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Operating and Capital Budget.
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