Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 1 of 7
AGEND
TUESDAY, JUNE 10, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
(THE AGENDA PACKET IS ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.RIVERBANK.ORG/AGENDACENTER)
1. CALL TO ORDER
2. FLAG SALUTE
3. INVOCATION
4. ROLL CALL
5. AGENDA CHANGES
6. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Any Council/Authority Member or Staff who has a direct Conflict of Interest on any scheduled agenda item to be considered is to declare their conflict at this time.
7. PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
Item 7.1 Proclamation – United States Army 250th Anniversary- It is recommended that the City Council read and present a Proclamation honoring the United States Army 250th Anniversary.
Item 7.2 Proclamation – Pride Month June 2025- It is recommended that the City Council read and present a Proclamation for Pride Month to Roman Scanlon, Executive Director of CalPride Stanislaus.
Item 7.3 Proclamation- Disability Awareness Month- June 2025- It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for Disability Awareness Month to Society for DisABILITIES.
Item 7.4 Proclamation – Juneteenth Freedom Day 2025- It is recommended that the City Council read the Proclamation for Juneteenth Freedom Day 2025.
Item 7.5 Riverbank Representative Update by Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District Board Director Charles E. Neal and Chief Clint BrayIt is recommended that the City Council receive an update by Director Charles E. Neal and Chief Clint Bray with Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District.
CITY OF RIVERBANK
Regular City Council and
Local Redevelopment Authority
Board Meetings
Council Chambers
6707 Third Street, Suite B
Riverbank, CA 95367
CITY COUNCIL / LRA BOARD
Mayor/Chair
Rachel Hernandez
Council/Authority Members
District 1 - Luis Uribe
Vice Mayor District 2 – Cindy Fosi
District 3 – John Pimentel
District 4 – Stacy Call
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda June 10, 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-055 Next Ordinance: 2025-001 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 2 of 7
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (No action can be taken)
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda, and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/LRA Board. Individual comments will be limited to a maximum of 3 minutes (or as stated by the presiding Officer) and time cannot be yielded to another person. Under State Law, matters presented during the public comment period cannot be discussed or acted upon.
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IN PERSON COMMENTS
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9. CONSENT CALENDAR (No Obligation to Read Aloud)
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are to be acted upon by a single action of the City Council/LRA Board unless requested by an individual Council/Authority Member or member of the public for special consideration. Otherwise, the recommendation of staff will be accepted and acted upon by motion of the City Council/LRA Board.
Item 9.1 Waive Readings. All Readings of ordinances and resolutions, except by title, are waived.
Item 9.2 Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for May 27, 2025.
Item 9.3 Acceptance of the Roselle & S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project and Authorization to File a Notice of Completion Item 9.4 Acceptance of the Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project and Authorization to File a Notice of Completion.
Item 9.5 Resolution Approving the Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County.
Item 9.6 Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement between the County of Stanislaus and the City of Riverbank for Joint Participation in the Stanislaus Urban County.
Item 9.7 Resolution Approving the HOME Investment Partnership Program Consortium Agreement for Three Years from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029.
10. PUBLIC HEARING
The Notice for Item 10.1 was published on 3/26/2025 in the Riverbank Newspaper.
The Notice for Items 10.2 through 10.8 was published on 5/21/2025 in the Riverbank Newspaper.
Item 10.1 First Reading by Title Only and Introduction of an Ordinance Designating the City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone- It is recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing regarding the introduction for first reading of an Ordinance adopting the City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda June 10, 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-055 Next Ordinance: 2025-001 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 3 of 7
Item 10.2 Two Resolutions for Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District to:
1) Amend/or Approve the Engineer’s Report and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/22026; and 2) Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026- It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolutions corresponding to Consolidate District amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Item 10.3 Two Resolutions for Ridgewood Place Landscaping and Lighting District to: 1) Amend/or Approve the Engineer’s Report and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/22026; and 2) Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026- It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolutions corresponding to Ridgewood Place District amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Item 10.4 Two Resolutions for River Cove Landscaping and Lighting District to:
1) Amend/or Approve the Engineer’s Report and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/22026; and 2) Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026- It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolutions corresponding to River Cove District amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Item 10.5 Two Resolutions for Sierra Vista Estates Landscaping and Lighting District to: 1) Amend/or Approve the Engineer’s Report and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/22026; and 2) Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026- It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolutions corresponding to Sierra Vista Estates District amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Item 10.6 Two Resolutions for Crossroads Landscaping and Lighting District to:
1) Amend/or Approve the Engineer’s Report and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/22026; and 2) Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026- It is recommended that the City Council adopt the Resolutions corresponding to Crossroads District amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Landscaping and Lighting Districts for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda June 10, 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-055 Next Ordinance: 2025-001 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 4 of 7
Item 10.7 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank, County of Stanislaus, State of California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments Within the Riverbank Storm Drain Benefit Assessment District No. 2006-01 (Heartlands) for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 - It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolutions amending and/or annual assessments for the Riverbank Storm Drain District No. 2006-01 (Heartlands) for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Item 10.8 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank, County of Stanislaus, State of California, Ordering the Levy and Collection of Assessments Within the Sterling Ridge Benefit Assessment District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 - It is recommended that the City Council adopt ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Riverbank Storm Drain District No. 05-01 (Sterling Ridge) for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
11. NEW BUSINESS
Item 11.1 Fiscal Year 2025-26 Major Fund Budget Workshop- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation on the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Major Fund Proposed Budgets and provide feedback in anticipation of the adoption of the Final Budget on June 24, 2025.
Item 11.2 A Resolution Approving the Execution and Delivery of a Construction Installment Sale Agreement with the California State Water Resources Control Board to Finance the Riverbank Regional Recycled Water Project Phase I- That the City Council adopt a resolution approving the form of and authorizing the execution of a Construction Installment Sale Agreement (the “Agreement”) with the California State Water Resources Control Board (the “State Water Board”) to finance a portion of the cost of the Riverbank Regional Recycled Water Project Phase I (the “Project”).
Item 11.3 Resolution Approving the City of Riverbank 2025 – 2030 Strategic PlanIt is recommended that the City Council consider a Resolution approving the City of Riverbank 2025 – 2030 Strategic Plan.
Item 11.4 Workshop- Proposal for Establishing a Youth Council- It is recommended that the City Council provide ideas, suggestions, and direction for the creation of a Youth Council Commission to engage youth voices in the City of Riverbank.
12. COMMENTS/REPORTS
A brief report on notable attendance of a meeting or conference or other notable topics of City business shall be made.
The Brown Act does not allow for discussion or action of items by the City Council/LRA Board during this time.
Item 12.1 Staff
Item 12.2 Council/Authority Member
Item 12.3 Mayor/Chair
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda June 10, 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-055 Next Ordinance: 2025-001 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 5 of 7
13. CLOSED SESSION
The public will have a limit of 3 minutes to comment on Closed Session item(s) as set forth on the agenda prior to the City Council/LRA Board recessing to Closed Session
Item 13.1 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL– ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)) Number of Potential Cases:1
Item 13.2 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISITNG LITIGATION (Pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9)
Name of Case: Miller Arms Company, Inc. v. City of Riverbank et al., Stanislaus County Superior Court Case No. CV-23-002593
Item 13.3 CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION (Pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9)
Name of Case: Advance Materials and Manufacturing Technologies, LLC v. City of Riverbank et al., Stanislaus County Superior Court Case No. CV-23-004578
14. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Item 14.1 Report from Closed Session Item 13.1
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL– ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation (Pursuant to Gov. Code § 54956.9(d)) Number of Potential Cases:1
Item 14.2 Report from Closed Session Item 13.2
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – EXISITNG LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9)
Name of Case: Miller Arms Company, Inc. v. City of Riverbank et al., Stanislaus County Superior Court Case No. CV-23-002593
Item 14.3 Report from Closed Session Item 1.3
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL- EXISTING LITIGATION
(Pursuant to Gov. Code, § 54956.9)
Name of Case: Advance Materials and Manufacturing Technologies, LLC v. City of Riverbank et al., Stanislaus County Superior Court Case No. CV-23-004578
15. ADJOURNMENT
The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be on: Tuesday, June 24,2025
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I hereby certify under penalty of perjury, under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing agenda was posted at the meeting location, on the North City Hall public exterior bulletin board, South City Hall public exterior Bulletin, Riverbank Community Center exterior bulletin, and the City’s website 72 hours prior to the meeting in accordance to the California Ralph M. Brown Act.
Posted this 5
th Day of June 2025 /s/Gabriela Hernandez, CMC, City Clerk City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda June 10, 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-055 Next Ordinance: 2025-001 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-001 Any documents that are not privileged or part of a Closed Session provided to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board after distribution of the agenda packet, regarding any item on this agenda, will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office 6707 Third St., Suite A, Riverbank. Page 6 of 7
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.1
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Proclamation – United States Army 250th Anniversary From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Claudia Edwards, Administrative Intern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation honoring the United States Army 250th Anniversary.
SUMMARY
On June 14, 2025, the United States Army celebrates its 250th anniversary, marking a quarter-millennium of service since its establishment in 1775 by the Second Continental Congress. This milestone commemorates the Army’s enduring commitment to defending the nation, upholding freedom, and supporting global stability.
Over the past 250 years, the U.S. Army has evolved from a group of colonial militias into the world’s most powerful and technologically advanced land force. The anniversary honors the service and sacrifice of millions of Soldiers—past and present—who have served in every major conflict in American history.
This year’s celebrations highlight the Army’s legacy of courage, innovation, and leadership, as well as its role in shaping national and international events. The theme, "250 Years of Service to the Nation," reflects on both historical achievements and the Army’s readiness to meet future challenges.
Events include ceremonies, educational programs, historical exhibits, and community outreach, all aimed at fostering pride in Army heritage and strengthening the connection between the military and the American people.
BACKGROUND
The United States Army, established on June 14, 1775, by the Second Continental Congress, is the oldest and largest branch of the U.S. Armed Forces. Initially formed to
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fight in the American Revolutionary War, the Army has since played a central role in protecting the nation and supporting its growth.
As the primary land-based military force under the Department of the Army—part of the Department of Defense—the Army is responsible for conducting ground operations to defend U.S. interests. Its key missions include deterring threats, achieving victory in combat, supporting civil authorities during domestic emergencies, and contributing to peacekeeping and humanitarian efforts around the world.
The Army is organized into three core components active duty, the national guard, and the reserves.
Throughout its history, the Army has participated in every major U.S. conflict, including the Revolutionary War, Civil War, World Wars I and II, Korea, Vietnam, the Gulf War, Iraq, and Afghanistan. It also plays a critical role in disaster relief, civil support, and advancing military technology.
As of 2025, the Army remains a globally deployed, mission-ready force with over one million Soldiers across all components. Its operations are guided by enduring core values:
loyalty, duty, respect, selfless service, honor, integrity, and personal courage.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, on June 14, 1775, the Second Continental Congress, representing the citizens of 13 American colonies, authorized the establishment of the Continental Army;
WHEREAS, the collective expression of the pursuit of personal freedom that caused the authorization and organization of the United States Army led to the adoption of the Declaration of Independence and the codification of the new Nation’s basic principles and values in the Constitution; WHEREAS, for the past 250 years, the Army’s central mission has been to fight and win the Nation’s wars;
WHEREAS, the motto of “Duty, Honor, Country” is the creed by which the American soldier lives and serves;
WHEREAS, no matter the cause, location, or magnitude of future conflicts, the Nation can rely on its Army to produce well-trained, well-led, and highly motivated soldiers to carry out the missions entrusted to them; WHEREAS, members of the City of Riverbank have proudly served and made the ultimate sacrifice for our Nation’s freedom while serving in the United States Army and other branches of our Nation’s military; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Rachel Hernandez, Mayor of the City of Riverbank do hereby proclaim June 14, 2025 to be the United States Army’s 250th Anniversary, expressing appreciation, on behalf of the residents of Riverbank, to the United States Army and to the dedicated Soldiers who have served in it over the 250 years it has been in existence.
June 10, 2025 ______________________________________
Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 – John Pimentel, District 4 – Stacy Call, Vice Mayor – District 2 Cindy Fosi, Mayor – Rachel Hernandez
CITY OF RIVERBANK
PROCLAMATION
Recognizing the
250th Anniversary of the US Army
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Proclamation – Pride Month June 2025
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Claudia Edwards, Administrative Intern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present a Proclamation for Pride Month to Roman Scanlon, Executive Director of CalPride Stanislaus.
SUMMARY
Roman grew up in Merced, CA. As a gay male, he realized quickly the lack of services and resources provided to the LGBTQ community in his home town. After living in San Francisco for 16 years he decided to return to his roots and provide those resources that were not available to him as a youth. He became a Peer Support Specialist at San Francisco State University and is an active member of the CHATT Bureau with the UCSF Trauma Recovery Center. He has led conferences on PTSD and DFSA. He has yearly participated as a Speaker at Standford Law providing a program on Compassionate Lawyering. Roman is an Advocate for LGBTQ+ Individuals and has continued to promote, advocate and encourage change for the LGBTQ+ Community.
BACKGROUND
In June of 1969, patrons and supporters of the Stonewall Inn in New York City staged an uprising to resist the police harassment and persecution to which LGBT Americans were commonly subjected. This uprising marks the beginning of a movement to outlaw discriminatory laws and practices against LGBT Americans.
Pride parades, picnics, parties, workshops, and concerts, LGBT Pride Month events are all part of the celebration of Pride month in June. These celebrations attract millions of participants around the world. Memorials are held during this month for those members of the community who have been lost to hate crimes or HIV/AIDS. The purpose of the commemorative month is to recognize the impact that LGBTQ+ individuals have had on history locally, nationally, and internationally.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, this nation was founded upon and is guided by a set of principles, including that every person has been created equal, that all have rights to their life, liberty and pursuit of happiness, and that all shall be afforded the full recognition and protection of the law; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank has been and continues to be a place that values all people while recognizing and appreciating the importance of equality and freedom; and
WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank is strengthened by and thrives upon the rich diversity of ethnic, cultural, racial, sexual orientation and gender identities of its residents, all of which contribute to the vibrant character of the City; and
WHEREAS, it is imperative to acknowledge the need for education and awareness to end all types discrimination; and
WHEREAS, residents who are part of the LGBTQ+ community contribute to the enrichment of our community; and
WHEREAS, June has become a symbolic month in which the
LGBTQ+ community and supporters come together in various celebrations of pride;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City of Riverbank, does hereby proclaim June as “LGBTQ+ Pride Month” in Riverbank and encourage all residents to recognize the contributions made by members of the LGBTQ+ community and to actively promote the principles of equality and liberty.
June 10, 2025
CITY OF RIVERBANK
PROCLAMATION
Pride Month - June 2025
______________________________________
Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 – John Pimentel, District 4 – Stacy Call, Vice Mayor – District 2 Cindy Fosi, Mayor – Rachel Hernandez ATTACHMENT 1
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.3
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Proclamation – Disability Awareness Month
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Claudia Edwards, Administrative Intern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for Disability Awareness Month to Society for disABILITIES.
SUMMARY
Founded in 1947 in Modesto, California, the Society for disABILITIES began as a grassroots effort to assist individuals—primarily polio survivors—who were then referred to as "crippled" and had little access to medical care. At a time when government health programs did not exist, local citizens organized to provide essential services such as medical equipment, therapy, and vocational support.
Originally named the Society for Crippled Children and Adults, the organization adapted over time—especially following the creation of Medicare in 1965—by continuing to fill critical service gaps through its Medical Loan Closet and related programs. While the organization briefly affiliated with Easter Seals, it has remained an independent, community-supported nonprofit.
Today, the Society for disABILITIES continues its mission to improve the quality of life and self-sufficiency of people with disabilities across the Central Valley. It operates Stanislaus County’s largest Medical Loan Closet, and offers education, recreation, job training, financial support, and resource referral services to over 75,000 residents with disabilities.
BACKGROUND
In 1947, the words “disabled” or “handicapped” were seldom used in reference to people and would have been considered extremely peculiar. The amputee, the stroke victim, or the polio patient were considered “crippled”.
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It was in this era, 73 years ago, in a small California farm town, that a group of people organized to help the “crippled”. They saw people suffering from the after-effects of polio and other disabling conditions, many of whom could not afford all of the medical care that might improve their condition. With humble beginnings, they set out to provide medical equipment, physical therapy, doctor consultations, and eventually even vocational rehabilitation. At that time there were no federal health plans and no notable government programs to meet these needs. That is why caring local citizens took action.
That small farm town was Modesto, and that little local organization was the Society for Crippled Children and Adults. In 1965, Medicare was established to provide medical care for persons with disabilities. Society responded by adapting our Loan Closet program to bridge the gaps in the Medicare system.
Society has gone through several name revisions, and aside from a brief affiliation as a local chapter of the Easter Seals Society, we have remained an independent, locally supported organization. Although, more than seventy years have passed the mission and vision of the Society for disABILITIES has not changed. We are still dedicated to improving the quality of life and self-sufficiency of people with disabilities within the Central Valley.
Today, Society operates the largest Medical Loan Closet in Stanislaus County, provides educational and recreational programs, job training services, our long-standing special needs fund, and resource and referral services to the more than 75,000 residents of Stanislaus County living with disabilities.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
ATTACHMENT
1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Riverbank has recognized healthy communities as a priority; and
WHEREAS, within the next year, at least one out of eight Californians will experience a disability personally or through a family member; and
WHEREAS, disabilities can affect all people, regardless of race, age, gender, or social status and the essence of life is not embodied by physical or mental perfection but it is an integral part of the human spirit; and WHEREAS, increasing public awareness about diverse abilities is vital to fighting the stigma and discrimination that often serve as a barrier to employment, socialization, and individual well-being; and WHEREAS, communities thrive when residents appreciate the unique gifts inside people of all abilities; and
WHEREAS, education, understanding, access engagement, and relationships are important components of a connected, livable, and healthy community; and
WHEREAS, the Society for disABILITIES will commemorate June 2025 and each June hereafter as Disability Awareness Month.
NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE PROCLAIMED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank that June 2025 is Disability Awareness Month within the City of Riverbank and we urge all of our citizens to become aware of the needs and capabilities of persons with disabilities.
June 10, 2025 ______________________________________
Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 – John Pimentel, District 4 – Stacy Call, Vice Mayor – District 2 Cindy Fosi, Mayor – Rachel Hernandez
CITY OF RIVERBANK
PROCLAMATION
Disability Awareness Month
ATTACHMENT 1
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.4
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Proclamation – Juneteenth Freedom Day 2025
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Claudia Edwards, Administrative Intern
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council read the Proclamation for Juneteenth Freedom Day 2025.
SUMMARY
Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19, commemorates the end of slavery in the United States. The holiday marks the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the enforcement of the Emancipation Proclamation, freeing the last remaining enslaved African Americans—more than two years after the proclamation was issued by President Abraham Lincoln on January 1, 1863.
Juneteenth is a celebration of freedom, resilience, and African American culture and heritage. It is recognized as a federal holiday in the United States, following the passage of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act in June 2021.
Today, Juneteenth is commemorated with community events, educational activities, and cultural celebrations, highlighting the ongoing pursuit of equality and justice.
BACKGROUND
Juneteenth, a blend of "June" and "nineteenth," is the oldest nationally celebrated commemoration of the ending of slavery in the United States. It dates back to June 19, 1865, when Union Major General Gordon Granger arrived in Galveston, Texas, and issued General Order No. 3, formally announcing that all enslaved people were free. This announcement came over two years after President Abraham Lincoln's Emancipation Proclamation, which had gone into effect on January 1, 1863, but had not been enforced in many Confederate-controlled areas.
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The delay in delivering and enforcing the proclamation in Texas was due to the minimal presence of Union troops in the region until the end of the Civil War. The arrival of federal troops ensured that emancipation would finally be implemented in one of the most remote Confederate states.
Following this announcement, June 19 became a day of celebration for formerly enslaved African Americans, initially observed through church services, family gatherings, music, and prayer. As African Americans migrated across the country, they carried the tradition of Juneteenth with them.
Although Juneteenth was primarily celebrated in African American communities for generations, it has gained broader recognition in recent decades. In 2021, Juneteenth was officially designated a federal holiday in the United States under the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, reflecting a growing national acknowledgment of the historical significance of slavery and the importance of racial justice.
Today, Juneteenth serves both as a commemoration of the end of slavery and a celebration of African American culture, history, and ongoing contributions to American society.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, Juneteenth, observed annually on June 19,
commemorates the day in 1865 when Union troops arrived in Galveston, Texas, and announced the end of slavery, more than two years after President Abraham Lincoln issued the Emancipation Proclamation; and WHEREAS, Juneteenth represents a critical moment in American history, honoring the perseverance, strength, and contributions of African Americans who endured the injustices of slavery and who have played a central role in shaping the nation’s identity, culture, and democratic ideals; and WHEREAS, the recognition of Juneteenth is a powerful reminder of the ongoing journey toward justice, equity, and inclusion, and it encourages all citizens to reflect on our collective past and renew our commitment to building a more just and equitable society; and
WHEREAS, on June 17, 2021, Juneteenth was officially recognized as a federal holiday with the signing of the Juneteenth National Independence Day Act, further affirming its national significance and the importance of acknowledging the end of slavery in the United States; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank values diversity, equity, and inclusion and recognizes the importance of commemorating historical milestones that reflect the American struggle for freedom and equality; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Rachel Hernandez, Mayor of the City of Riverbank, on behalf of the City Council and our community, do hereby proclaim June 19, 2025, as Juneteenth Freedom Day in the City of Riverbank, and encourage all residents to honor this day through reflection, education, and participation in activities that promote diversity, inclusion, and understanding.
June 10, 2025
CITY OF RIVERBANK
PROCLAMATION
Juneteenth 2025
______________________________________
Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL:
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 – John Pimentel, District 4 – Stacy Call, Vice Mayor – District 2 Cindy Fosi, Mayor – Rachel Hernandez ATTACHMENT 1
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.5
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: Jun 10, 2025
Subject: Riverbank Representative Update by Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District Board Director Charles E. Neal and Chief Clint Bray
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, CMC, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive an update by Director Charles E. Neal and Chief Clint Bray with Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District.
SUMMARY
The Stanislaus Consolidated Fire Protection District (“SCFPD”) is a five -member Board of Directors charged with strategic leadership, policy and direction, and fiscal oversight.
Established March 3, 1995, the “District” is the consolidation that includes unincorporated sections of East Modesto, the cities of Riverbank and Waterford and the communities of Empire, La Grange and Hickman.
Director Neal is scheduled to provide quarterly updates on the activities and business of the Board.
STRATEGIC PLAN
The mission of the City of Riverbank is to provide high quality, professional services and a safe family-oriented community for our diverse residents to thrive. The Fire District provides essential fire and medical services, safeguarding the residents of the City of Riverbank. Appointing a Riverbank Representative to serve on the SCFPD Board of Directors provides the opportunity for the City to collaborate with District leadership and other District territory Board representatives to assist in the development, operation, and maintenance of a strong, responsible Fire District; all of which is consistent with the City’s mission.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact associated with this report.
ATTACHMENTS
There are no attachments to this item.
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.1
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Waiver of Readings
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk/LRA Secretary
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council / LRA Board approve the waiver of readings of any proposed ordinances and resolutions for consideration, except by title.
SUMMARY
In lieu of reading the entire text of a proposed ordinance or resolution that is introduced for consideration for adoption and approval, by majority vote, the City Council/LRA Board may waive the reading of the text and introduce the ordinance or resolution by title only for the record.
The full text of the proposed ordinances and resolutions, and any related documents that are part of the agenda packet, are available for review by the public on the City’s website and in the City Clerk’s office at City Hall (North) upon distribution to a majority of the City Council/LRA Board; typically 72 hours prior to the scheduled date and time of the meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact to this item.
ATTACHMENTS
There are no attachments to this report.
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELPOMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.2
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for May 27, 2025.
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk/LRA Secretary
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council/ Local Redevelopment Authority Board approve the City Council/LRA Meeting Minutes of May 27, 2025.
SUMMARY
The Draft Minutes of the City Council and the Local Redevelopment Authority Board meeting have been prepared for review and approval.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact to this item.
ATTACHMENTS
1. City Council/LRA Meeting Minutes for May 27, 2025.
Exhibit A: Resident Handout on Item 7.1
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0 MINUTES
TUESDAY, MAY 27, 2025 – 6:00 P.M.
(THE AGENDA PACKET IS ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.RIVERBANK.ORG/AGENDACENTER)
1. CALL TO ORDER -Mayor / Chair Hernandez called the meeting to order at 6:00pm
2. FLAG SALUTE – Vice Mayor Fosi led the pledge of allegiance.
3. INVOCATION – Reverend Randy Richardson provided the invocation.
4. ROLL CALL – City Clerk Hernandez conducted Roll Call.
Members of the City Council / Local Redevelopment Authority Board present:
Council Member / Authority Member District 1 Luis Uribe Council Member/ Authority Member District 3 John Pimentel Council Member / Authority Member District 4 Stacy Call Vice Mayor / Vice Chair District 2 Cindy Fosi
Mayor / Chair Rachel Hernandez
5. AGENDA CHANGES
No Agenda Changes.
6. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
Any Council/Authority Member or Staff who has a direct Conflict of Interest on any scheduled agenda item to be considered is to declare their conflict at this time.
Councilmember Call declared a conflict with Item 9.5-E, Crossroads Landscape & Lighting District.
7. PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
CITY COUNCIL / LRA BOARD
Mayor/Chair
Rachel Hernandez
Council/Authority Members:
District 1-Luis Uribe
Vice Mayor -District 2-Cindy Fosi
District 3-John Pimentel
District 4-Stacy Call
CITY OF RIVERBANK
Regular City Council and
Local Redevelopment Authority
Board Meetings
Council Chambers
6707 Third Street, Suite B
Riverbank, CA 95367
ATTACHMENT 1
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Item 7.1 Presentation- STRGBA Background- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Cody Bridgewater, City of Riverbank Director of Public Works, regarding the history and general information about the Stanislaus Tuolumne River Groundwater Basin Alliance (STRGBA).
Director of Public Works Bridgewater, gave a PowerPoint presentation on the background history Stanislaus Tuolumne River Groundwater Basin Alliance.
Bill Lyons, River Heights Shopping Center owner to express his concern with Item 7.1.
Anthony Ratto, Escalon resident a farmer in the area to express his concern with Item 7.1.
Wrangler Wheeler, a Farmer in West Modesto to express his concern with Item 7.1. provided City Clerk with a Handout. (Exhibit A- Attached) John Brichetto, a Farmer in Oakdale to express his concern with Item 7.1.
Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County resident mentioned that the proposed Riverwalk project was not part of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan.
Garry Pearson, Riverbank resident to express his concern with Item 7.1.
Item 7.2 Presentation - CalPERS Pension Program Review and Cost Management Strategy Assessment- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from NHA Advisors regarding the City’s Public Employee Pension Program (CalPERS) and strategies to be able to manage the rising costs.
Mike Meyer and Eric Scriven, with NHA Advisors gave a PowerPoint presentation regarding the CalPERS Pension Program and the strategies to be able to manage rising costs.
Item 7.3 Presentation – Community Development Department – 6 th Cycle
Housing Element Progress Update- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from the Community Development Department – Planning Division on the progress made for the 6th Cycle Housing Element
David Niskasen with JB Anderson Land Use Planning, gave a PowerPoint presentation with a progress update on the 6th cycle housing element.
Garry Pearson, Riverbank resident to express his opinion regarding Item 7.3.
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Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County resident to express interest in the upcoming revised Housing Element.
Item 7.4 Presentation regarding Brown Act Compliance and Best Practices for Social Media Activity- The purpose of this presentation is to provide the City Council with a refresher on the Ralph M. Brown Act and the best practices for using social media platforms in a manner that maintains compliance with these legal requirements.
Doug White, Deputy City Attorney with White Brenner LLP, gave a PowerPoint presentation on the Brown Act Compliance and Best Practices for Social Media Activity by City Council.
8. PUBLIC COMMENTS (No action can be taken)
At this time, members of the public may comment on any item not appearing on the agenda, and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/LRA Board. Individual comments will be limited to a maximum of 3 minutes (or as stated by the presiding Officer) and time cannot be yielded to another person. Under State Law, matters presented during the public comment period cannot be discussed or acted upon.
Mayor Hernandez opened Public Comment Period at 7:37 P.M.
Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County resident to thank Council for tonight’s SGMA Presentation and for allowing the public to participate in the Strategic Planning session and lastly for the upcoming Riverwalk meeting in July.
Christian, Riverbank High School student to advocate for a youth council.
Juan Tellez, Facilitator with the Youth Inspired Academy to advocate for a youth council.
Also, extend an invitation to council for upcoming session on June 6th at the Riverbank High Cafeteria.
Mayor Hernandez closed the Public Comment Period at 7:41 P.M.
9. CONSENT CALENDAR
All items listed on the Consent Calendar are to be acted upon by a single action of the City Council/LRA Board unless requested by an individual Council/Authority Member or member of the public for special consideration. Otherwise, the recommendation of staff will be accepted and acted upon by motion of the City Council/LRA Board.
Item 9.1 Waive Readings. All Readings of ordinances and resolutions, except by title, are waived.
Item 9.2 Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for May 13, 2025.
Item 9.3 Resolution 2025-032 Adopting a List of Projects for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Funded by SB 1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
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Item 9.4 Resolution 2025-033 to Approve and Adopt 2025 City of Riverbank Measure L Expenditure Plan Project List.
Item 9.5 Resolutions for each of the Lighting Districts to: 1) Initiate Proceedings for the Annual Levy of Assessments; 2) Declare Its Intention to Levy Annual Assessments; and 3) For Preliminary Approval of the Annual Levy Report for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The Landscape and Lighting Districts are:
9.5-A: Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District
Resolution 2025-034, Resolution 2025-035, Resolution 2025-036
9.5-B: Ridgewood Place Landscaping and Lighting District Resolution 2025-037, Resolution 2025-038, Resolution 2025-039
9.5-C: River Cove Landscaping and Lighting District
Resolution 2025-040, Resolution 2025-041, Resolution 2025-042
9.5-D: Sierra Vista Estates Landscaping and Lighting District Resolution 2025-043, Resolution 2025-044, Resolution 2025-045
9.5-E: Crossroads Landscaping and Lighting District
Item 9.6 Resolution for Each of the following Storm Drain Maintenance Districts Declaring its Intention to Levy and Collect Annual Assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The Storm Drain Maintenance Districts are:
9.6-A: Riverbank Storm Drain Maintenance District
No.2006-01 (Heartlands)
Resolution 2025-046
9.6-B: Riverbank Storm Drain Maintenance District
No.05-01 (Sterling Ridge)
Resolution 2025-047
Item 9.7 Resolution 2025-048 to Approve the Award of the Parks Landscape Maintenance Contract to Grover Landscape Services, Inc.
There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Fosi 5/0) to approve Consent Calendar with the exception of Item 9.5-E.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
AYES: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, Call, and Mayor Hernandez
NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
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9.5-E: Crossroads Landscaping and Lighting District
Resolution 2025-049, Resolution 2025-050, Resolution 2025-051 There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Fosi / Pimentel 4/0) to approve Consent Calendar Item 9.5-E Crossroads Landscape and Lighting District.
Motion carried by City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
AYES: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, and Mayor Hernandez
NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
10. PUBLIC HEARING
No Items Scheduled.
11. NEW BUSINESS
Item 11.1 Riverbank Regional Recycled Water Project. Council Re-affirmation of Resolution 2025-019 Adopting the Addendum to Initial Study (IS)/ Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) document prepared for the Riverbank Regional Recycled Water Project (previously adopted MND) subsequent to the public comment period required by State Water Resources Control Board.- City staff recommends the re-affirmation of Resolution No. 2025-019 adopting the addendum to the Initial Study (IS)/Mitigated Negative Declaration (MND) and Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program (MMRP) based on the findings in the Addendum to the MND for the Riverbank Regional Recycled Water Project subsequent to the public comment period required by State Water Resources Control Board.
Public Works Director Bridgewater gave a comprehensive report and PowerPoint presentation on the Riverbank Recycled Water Project Initial Study and Mitigated Negative Declaration and Rescinding Resolution 2025-019.
City Council discussed item with staff.
There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Call / Fosi 5/0) to approve Resolution 2025-052 rescinding Resolution 2025-019 and adopting the addendum to the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration document for the RRRWP.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
NAYS: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, Call, and Mayor Hernandez
AYES: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
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Item 11.2 Resolution to Approve an Option for Street Sweeping Services- It is recommended that the City Council review and approve one of the three proposed options for street sweeping services. Staff recommends approval of option 2A as the preferred course of action.
Public Works Director Bridgewater gave a comprehensive report and PowerPoint presentation on the proposed options for Street Sweeping Services City Council discussed item with staff.
Randy Richardson, Riverbank resident to seek clarification on why Gilton ended services.
Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank resident to seek clarification on Item 11.2.
There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Call 5/0) to approve Resolution 2025-053 approving option 2A for Street Sweeping Services.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
NAYS: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, Call, and Mayor Hernandez
AYES: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
Item 11.3 Resolution to Adopt a Facility Rental Fee Waiver Policy for City-Owned Facilities- It is recommended that the City Council adopts a Facility Rental Fee Waiver Policy for City-Owned Facilities.
Director of Parks & Recreation Patton gave a compressive staff report and PowerPoint presentation on the proposed Facility Rental Fee Waiver Policy.
City Council discussed item with staff.
There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Fosi / Pimentel 5/0) to approve Resolution 2025- 054 approving the Facility Rental Fee Waiver Policy for City-Owned Facilities.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
NAYS: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, Call, and Mayor Hernandez
AYES: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
12. COMMENTS/REPORTS
A brief report on notable attendance of a meeting or conference or other notable topics of City business shall be made.
The Brown Act does not allow for discussion or action of items by the City Council/LRA Board during this time.
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Item 12.1 Staff
City Manager Garcia:
• The last Food Court Friday for the year is this Friday May 30th. To close out this successful event Parks and Recreation will be holding its first movie in the park in the grass area of the Sports Complex they will be showing Elemental so, come get your food from your favorite truck and catch the movie with us. The movie will begin at dusk.
• A friendly reminder to all that we are currently in our Spring and Summer watering schedule. Odd addresses can water on Wednesday, Friday, and Sunday and Even addresses can water on Tuesday, Thursday, and Saturdays before 10:00 am in the morning or after 7:00 pm. No watering is allowed on Mondays.
• The City will be hosting a workshop regarding the Riverwalk project on Wednesday July 9th at 6:00 pm in the Community Center. Join us to learn more about this project it's going to be a joint meeting with the Planning Commission and the City Council and there will be no decision making it will be just an informational workshop.
• An update regarding our Recycled Water Project the City had applied for a $50 million dollar grant for this project, but were advised that due to changes in the federal government the program is no longer being funded. The city will be exploring alternative funding sources including the EPA WIFIA program the progress continues to be made with the State Water Board for SRF funding who has allocated approximately $83 million to the city already.
Item 12.2 Council/Authority Member
Vice Mayor Fosi:
• I just would like to comment on what was just announced and it's something that I have heard that was going to happen and it is unfortunate because it's not only our City it is other Cities throughout the United States. I am sorry to hear that this has happened however I do think it brings forward that we should have a discussion about doing a feasibility study on what other things we can do with the Waste Water Treatment Plant to meet our water needs in the future and I'll be bringing that forward when needed.
Councilmember Uribe:
• The BRIC Grant if that is what we are referring to that is a little bit shocking. So, we definitely need to discuss that a little bit more definitely at the next Council Meeting. I will be reaching out to Cody and having some discussions about that. • Doug, City Attorney kind of scared me on my announcement here so, Doug if you need to yell at me a little bit more go for it. So just a reminder June 8th through the 28th we are going to be doing a donation drive for Sierra House. We are going to be collecting socks, undergarments, laundry detergent, bleach, hand
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soap everything you can think of for our you know for our homeless. We are going to have drop off donations here in suite A it is going to be Monday through Friday 10 am to 4 pm. City Hall is not open on June 8th but please start to get those items collect them and then on June 9th bring them in. We will have a donation box up at the front. Me and I'll cover the other person's face we will figure it out.
Councilmember Pimentel:
• On the 17th I attended the Latino Chamber Awards it was very nice. I want to give a shout out to Johnny Garcia it was very organized and well done. • On the 18th I helped with the pancake breakfast, good job Cindy. I can say that here, it was very nice, well done.
• I had my first meet and greet on the 20th I will be doing another one possibly in the middle of June and I will post on that.
Councilmember Call:
• I went to the Stanislaus Homeless Alliance meeting after previous meeting. There were presentations from Behavioral Health outreach and engagement, as well as the new Dignity Village in Modesto. I was most interested in learning more about the different options for housing and the types of permanent supportive housing.
The county is really getting creative with what they're doing there, so I commend them on that. And the most eye-opening thing for me is how specific the tenant requirements are based on the funding source. So, to kind of elaborate on that proposition 1 funding, it's all specific to permanent supportive housing for mental health needs and substance abuse was now added to that funding for proposition 1 then kind of carries into it. But behavioral health board meeting I went to that last Thursday to hear about the changes due to proposition 1 and how funding will be realigned and who will be impacted by these changes. One of the most impactful questions asked that night by a board member was, how do we protect the proven programs for preventative services? Proposition 1 is moving revenue streams from preventative services to long term, ongoing services, which appear to be majority housing. So, getting to see that roll out and that change. • I attended and surprised nobody mentioned it but the Strategic Plan with the team, I was able to discuss what I felt was significant. Some of the priorities that I was able to contribute was the need for an ordinance on vacant commercial properties and partnerships to revitalize our downtown through banker partnership programs and possibly adding economic development liaisons or staff to support Riverbank businesses and the exposure for them as a whole the Parks and Rec expansion opportunities, and adding accountability as a value for the city we need to hold each other accountable and making decisions for our community as one.
• I attended the Memorial Celebration, which was absolutely incredible. So, thank you, Mayor for helping with that and Councilmember Uribe, I know you had some conversations with Veterans in Action there. So, it was beautiful and I was really,
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really proud to be there. It's an emotional experience for me so I just I really want to thank you guys for putting that together. It was beautiful. • The Life Jacket Drive, I've talked about it before, but community member Keryn Whitlow and I are doing a life jacket drive on May 31st at Jacob Meyers Park. We have already raised over 60 jackets there sitting in my office, and I can't wait to offload them. We will be out there from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. and we have so far raffle prizes from Wow Brow Studio, Get Toasted, 108 Sports Lounge and then other businesses from surrounding cities supporting the cause like; York Orthopedic, Wildfire and Firenze.
• Councilmember Uribe touched on it, but we have the Fresh Start Drive starting in June.
• So, for a while we've been talking about Opportunity Stanislaus and reviewing that MOU. I'm just requesting council to revisit the allocation of funding for the contract for Opportunity Stanislaus.
Item 12.3 Mayor/Chair
Mayor Hernandez:
• I have my Meet the Mayor at Galaxy Theater this Thursday at 4:30 p.m. • Just something that's been sitting on my mind is we are going to be seeing reassessment of our water rates. We heard earlier today the potential for long term increases for our ratepayers. And with this news of the BRIC Grant, it just solidifies that we are not going to get the extra support for our Wastewater Treatment Plant so it worries me, I mean, as a ratepayer that struggles as well, that we are going to continue offloading these increases to ratepayers without the promise that we had originally a few years back mentioned where we were going to potentially be able to kind of pull back some of these rate increases. So, I think as we are seeing the increases on all ends, that we get an Agenda item showing real costs to residents so as we are discussing with financial advisors what's going to come forward with our options for the Wastewater Treatment Plant. And again, I want to be supportive of a feasibility study in those options as well, so we can show our neighbors and our residents that we're really committed to quality, but also livability and affordability of our cost of living.
13. CLOSED SESSION
The public will have a limit of 3 minutes to comment on Closed Session item(s) as set forth on the agenda prior to the City Council/LRA Board recessing to Closed Session.
Item 13.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Miscellaneous Employees
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Item 13.2 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957(b)(1))
Title: City Manager
There being no public comment, Mayor Hernandez motion to closed Session at 8:26pm City Manager Garcia, Recused herself from closed session at 9:05 P.M.
Reconvened from Closed Session at 9:20 P.M.
14. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Item 14.1 Report from Closed Session Item 14.1
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Miscellaneous Employees DIRECTION: Provided to staff.
Item 14.2 Report from Closed Session Item 13.2
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957(b)(1))
Title: City Manager
DIRECTION: Provided to staff.
15. ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor / Chair Hernandez adjourned the regular meeting at 9:20 P.M.to the next regular scheduled City Council / LRA Meeting of June 10,2025 at 6:00 P.M.
ATTEST: (Adopted 06/10/2025) APPROVED:
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk / LRA Recorder Mayor/ Chair
EXHIBIT A
Item 9.3- CC/ LRA 06/10/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.3
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Acceptance of the Roselle & S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project and Authorization to File a Notice of Completion
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulator Compliance Manager Laura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council accept the completion of the Roselle & S.
Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project and authorize staff to file a Notice of Completion.
SUMMARY:
Hensley’s Paving & General Engineering Inc. completed the construction of the Roselle & S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project. William Kull, City Engineer, and City staff have performed a final inspection and determined that construction has been completed per the plans and specifications.
The contract was awarded on September 24, 2024 to Hensley’s Paving & General Engineering Inc. in the amount of $542,017.09. One contract change order was issued for this project in the amount of $6,866.76. The total cost of construction is $548,883.85.
It is recommended that the Council accept the Roselle & S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project as complete and authorize the Senior Project Coordinator to record the Notice of Completion.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding has been programmed for this project with Measure L Funds, the total cost of construction is $548,883.85.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Notice of Completion
2. Photos
3. Site Map
CITY OF RIVERBANK
ATTN: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES6707 THIRD STREETRIVERBANK, CA 95367 City of Riverbank
6707 Third Street, Riverbank, CA 95367
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N/A
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CITY OF RIVERBANK
Exempt from Recording Fees (Per Government Code Section 27388.1) June 10, 2025
ATTACHMENT 1
Riverbank Stanislaus California
Stanislaus California
Riverbank
City of RiverbankLaura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator Hensley's Paving & General Engineering Inc.
Roselle and S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project Intersection of Roselle and S. Rosebrook in Riverbank, CA 10th June 2025
City of RiverbankLaura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator 10th June 2025
utility potholing, asphalt grinding, sub-base removal, paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, striping, traffic control and all other work included on the plans.
Roselle & S. Rosebrook Intersection Improvements Project Before and After Photos
ATTACHMENT 2
SITE MAP
ROSELLE & S. ROSEBROOK INTERSECTION IMPROVEMENTS
PROJECT
ATTACHMENT 3
Item 9.4 – CC/LRA 06/10/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.4
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Acceptance of the Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project and Authorization to File a Notice of Completion From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulator Compliance Manager Laura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator
RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council accept the completion of the Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project and authorize staff to file a Notice of Completion.
SUMMARY:
Sinclair General Engineering Construction Inc. completed the construction of the Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project. William Kull, City Engineer, and City staff have completed a final inspection and determined that construction has been completed per the plans and specifications.
The contract was awarded on January 29, 2025 to Sinclair General Engineering Construction Inc. in the amount of $151,306.00. One contract change order was issued for this project in the amount of ($3,572.38). The total cost of construction is $147,733.62.
It is recommended that the Council accept the Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project as complete and authorize the Senior Project Coordinator to record the Notice of Completion.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Funding has been programmed for this project with SB 1 Road Maintenance and Rehabilitation Funds; the total cost of construction is $147,733.62.
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ATTACHMENTS:
1. Notice of Completion
2. Photos
3. Site Map
CITY OF RIVERBANK
ATTN: DEVELOPMENT SERVICES6707 THIRD STREETRIVERBANK, CA 95367 City of Riverbank
6707 Third Street, Riverbank, CA 95367
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CITY OF RIVERBANK
Exempt from Recording Fees (Per Government Code Section 27388.1) June 10, 2025
ATTACHMENT 1
Riverbank Stanislaus California
Stanislaus California
Riverbank
City of RiverbankLaura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator Sinclair General Engineering Construction Inc.
Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hard Scape Project
Various locations in Riverbank, CA
10th June 2025
City of RiverbankLaura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator 10th June 2025
asphalt removal & paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, vertical rock drains (drywells), catch basins, striping, traffic control, and all other work included on the plans.
Woodhaven Drywells, Catch Basins and Hardscape Project Photos ATTACHMENT 2
Site Map
Woodhaven Drywell, Catch Basin and Hardscape Project
LYNCH AVENUE WOODHAVEN PLACE
ATTACHMENT 3
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.5
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: Resolution Approving the Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding Between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager/Admin. Services Director Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulatory Compliance
Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a resolution approving the Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding between the City and Stanislaus County and authorizing the Mayor to execute the Memorandum of Understanding.
SUMMARY
The current Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) with Stanislaus County for Regional Solid Waste Disposal is expiring on June 30, 2025. Through negotiations with the County, a new MOU was developed and is presented for Council consideration.
BACKGROUND
The Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (“AB 939”) mandates local jurisdictions to divert at least 50% of waste from landfills. AB 939 established the framework for solid waste planning, solid waste facility and landfill compliance, resource conservation, and waste management operations. Ongoing diversion goals and program requirements are implemented through a reporting system overseen by the California Integrated Waste Management Board (“Board”).
In 1994, Stanislaus County and cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock, and Waterford entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) regarding the use of funds to achieve the waste reduction and diversion goals specified in AB 939. Under this MOU, the County agreed to prepare the initial planning documents and ongoing reporting requirements for the Board. In 1999, the City and the
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County entered into Amendment 1 of the MOU to provide for payment of the City’s share of the costs for services and in 2001 Amendment 2 was approved to extend the term of the agreement indefinitely, subject to a 30-day notice.
In June 2001, the cities of Riverbank, Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Turlock, and Waterford formed the Stanislaus County Regional Solid Waste Planning Agency through a Joint Powers Agreement. The purpose of the Regional Agency was to allow participating cities to share diversion credits and to prepare a single planning document for the entire region.
In 2015, the County initiated discussions with the participating cities to work towards a goal of sustaining a regional solid waste partnership that would direct the disposal of the majority of waste generated locally to either the Waste to Energy (WTE) facility or the Fink Road Landfill. The objective was to implement a plan to support the continued operations of the landfill and the WTE facility by ensuring that sufficient solid waste is delivered to those facilities and to provide regional AB 939 and Household Hazardous Waste services. Based on these discussions a new MOU was developed which had a ten year term expiring June 30, 2025. The agreement established a ten year schedule of tipping fees to be paid to the County. These tipping fees provide a funding source for the AB 939 and Household Hazardous Waste Programs provided by the County. The agreement required the City to deliver no less than 40% of its monthly acceptable solid waste to the Landfill and WTE facility.
In October 2023, the WTE facility, ran by Covanta, began to express serious concern regarding the financial sustainability of their operation in Stanislaus County. The WTE facility had been operating at a financial loss for several years, and changes in regulations in California continued to further strain the financial resources of the company without a significant increase to the tip fee. In December 2023, the Company sent correspondence to the County that proposed three options to mitigate the financial hardship at the WTE facility:
1. Mutually agreed upon early termination of the service agreement, ceasing operations on June 30, 2024.
2. Significantly increase the tipping fee at the WTE facility and/or increase the amount of Special Waste to be delivered to the Facility.
3. The Company could determine it had met its contractual obligations to effectively terminate the agreement early.
Due to the severity of the financial challenges facing the WTE Facility, the County determined that the best path forward for the partnership would be to allow the Company to exit the agreement early. After a series of negotiations, all parties have agreed to cease deliveries to the facility on December 2, 2024, and allow them to fully decommission and demolish the facility. The demolition of the facility is expected to take approximately 24 months and conclude in 2027.
The closure of the facility meant that the revenue sources needed to transition to the MOU tip fees at the Landfill. With the current MOU set to expire on June 30, 2025, the County has worked on determining the appropriate tip fee necessary to be charged with the
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increased operating costs of the Landfill. The new fee structure will continue to include program revenue for the Household Hazardous Waste Program and AB 939, while removing the need for the administrative costs for County staff.
The major elements of the new Memorandum of Understanding are as follows:
1. Term: July 1, 2025 – June 30, 2035
Re-Evaluation: In the fifth year of the MOU, either party may initiate a reevaluation of the tip fee or program fees associated with the agreement.
Term Extension: Additional five (5) years if mutually agreed upon. Either party may opt not to renew by providing notice no later than 90 days prior to the termination date.
Termination: 180 days prior written notice
2. Guaranteed Delivery of Solid Waste – City shall deliver to the landfill no less than 90% of its monthly acceptable solid waste.
3. Total Disposal Rate: $43.38 per ton allocated as follows:
a. Tip Fee: $39.14 per ton
b. Household Hazardous Waste Program Fee: $2.45 per ton c. AB 939 Program Fee: $1.79 per ton
4. Annual Adjustment: The total disposal rate will be adjusted annually, effective July 1 of each year, to reflect the average annual CPI, with a 5% cap.
5. AB 939 Program Administration by the County: County will provide and maintain the following programs and services for each contract city – a. All AB 939 Program Services as required by law, including but not limited to: Preparation and submittal of all required State diversion reporting and tracking;
b. Countywide public education and/or outreach;
c. Administration of the Recycling Market Development Zone; d. Application for and administration of regional grants, including those for used oil recycling, beverage container recycling, used tire recycling, and tire enforcement;
e. Serve as staff to the Local Task Force on Solid Waste and Regional Solid Waste Planning Agency (Regional Agency);
f. Monitor proposed solid waste legislative and regulatory changes; and g. Administration of the County’s Food Processing By-Product Program.
6. Household Hazardous Waste Program Administration by the County:
a. Conduct a minimum of two (2) mobile HHW collection events annually for each Regional Agency City, with the exception of Ceres
b. Provide access to the permanent Household Hazardous Waste Facility for the collection of e-waste, used oil, oil filters, paints, pesticides, batteries,
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sharps, medications, and other miscellaneous household chemicals from Countywide residents;
c. Provide access to the permanent Household Hazardous Waste Facility for the collection of hazardous waste generated by qualified and approved Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generators’ Countywide; and d. Countywide public education and/or outreach.
IMPACT TO RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE (GARBAGE) RATES
As the Memorandum of Understanding was being developed, the cities of Oakdale, Hughson, Waterford, and Riverbank met with Gilton Solid Waste in order to discuss the proposed agreement and the proposed fee of $43.38 per ton to evaluate impact on the current rates charged to residents. Based on their review of the agreement, they have determined that there will be no impact on current rates as established. Current residential rates for a standard 90 gallon municipal solid waste cart & organic waste cart are $38.13 per month.
STRATEGIC PLAN
Solid waste collection, disposal, and organic waste collection services are an important part of the general health and welfare of a community and are considered a municipal service. While not a strategic objective, the proposed agreement is consistent with the City’s Mission to “provide high quality, professional services, and a safe, family-oriented community for our diverse residents to thrive.”
FINANCIAL IMPACT
As noted above, the Agreement will not have any direct financial impact on the City, including residential and commercial garbage rates. The Disposal Rate established by the Agreement and the 90% deliver of Acceptable Solid Waste to the landfill will be incorporated into the city’s exiting and future franchise agreements for solid waste disposal services.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution
2. Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding
CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING THE REGIONAL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL PLAN MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE CITY OF RIVERBANK AND STANISLAUS COUNTY
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, on August 26, 1994 the City of Riverbank (“City”) and Stanislaus County (“County”) entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (“MOU”) regarding implementation of the Integrated Waste Management Act of 1989 (“AB 939”); and WHEREAS, in June 2001 the cities of Riverbank, Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Turlock, and Waterford and Stanislaus County formed the Stanislaus County Regional Solid Waste Planning Agency to allow participating cities to share diversion credits and prepare a single Solid Waste Planning document for the region; and WHEREAS, in April 2015 the City Council approved an updated MOU to include funding for the continued administration of the AB 939 program and the Household Hazardous Waste Program which is set to expire on June 30, 2025; and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that it is in the best interest of the City to enter into a new Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the County; and WHEREAS, the City Council acknowledges that the new MOU requires the City to guarantee deliver of at least 90% of its Acceptable Solid Waste tonnage generated by City residents to the Fink road Landfill; and
WHEREAS, the City Council acknowledges the importance of having a continual funding source for the administration of the AB 939 program and the Household Hazardous Waste Program; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed, and approves, all terms and provisions in the MOU herein incorporated as Exhibit A.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank does hereby declare as follows:
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CC Resolution 2025-
1. The City Council hereby approves the Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County.
2. The City Council authorizes the Mayor to execute a final draft of the MOU, subject to any final revisions by the County.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 10th day of June, 2025; motioned by Councilmember __________, seconded by Councilmember __________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of ______:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A – Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County 1 Solid Waste Delivery MOU City of Riverbank
REGIONAL SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL PLAN
MEMORANDUM OF UNDERSTANDING BETWEEN THE
CITY OF RIVERBANK AND STANISLAUS COUNTY
This Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan Memorandum of Understanding (the "Agreement") is made and entered into by and between the County of Stanislaus, ("County") and the City of Riverbank ("City") on ___________, 2025. City and County may herein be referred to individually as a "Party" and collectively as the "Parties". There are no other parties to this agreement.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, pursuant to Public Resources Code section 40976 the County and the Cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock and Waterford entered into a Memorandum of Understanding, dated August 26, 1994, regarding the use and distribution of AB-939 funds to achieve the waste reduction and diversion goals specified in AB939 (the "AB-939 MOU"); WHEREAS, on or about December 30, 1999, the County and the above Cities entered into Amendment No. 1 of the AB-939 MOU to provide for payment of the Cities' proportional share of the costs for services provided by the County pursuant to AB-939; WHEREAS, on August 1, 2001, the City of Riverbank, and on March 29, 2012, the City of Waterford, each executed Amendment No. 2 to the AB-939 MOU, establishing each City’s obligation to pay their proportional share of the costs for services provided by the County pursuant to AB939; WHEREAS, revenues to fund the AB-939 and Household Hazardous Waste services provided by the County is proposed to be derived, in part, from tipping fees collected from the Fink Road Landfill;
WHEREAS, the County, together with the Cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock and Waterford formed the Stanislaus County Regional Solid Waste Planning Agency (hereinafter referred to as "Regional Agency") by entering into a Joint Powers Agreement on June 19, 2001, and the formation of the Regional Agency was approved by the California Integrated Waste Management Board on July 9, 2002.
WHEREAS, the Regional Agency was formed to enable participating entities to share diversion credits and to prepare a single, unified planning document for the entire region; WHEREAS, on or about June 30, 2015, the Cities comprising of the Regional Agency entered into agreements establishing a Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan, which provides for the delivery of acceptable solid waste to the Waste-to-Energy Facility and the Fink Road Landfill, and which agreements are set to expire on June 30, 2025.
WHEREAS, on December 2, 2024, the Waste-to-Energy Facility ceased operations, resulting in the need for the Fink Road Landfill to receive an increased portion of the countywide acceptable solid waste.
WHEREAS, the purpose of this Agreement is to enable members of the Regional ATTACHMENT 2
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Agency to implement a Regional Solid Waste Disposal Plan (the "Plan") that supports the continued operation of the Fink Road Landfill (hereinafter referred to as "Landfill") by ensuring the delivery of sufficient solid waste to the facility to maintain their economic viability, and to provide regional AB 939 and Household Hazardous Waste services; WHEREAS, the Plan, as set forth in this Agreement and the exhibits incorporated herein, includes a ten (10) year commitment from the Regional Agency Cities to guarantee the delivery of a portion of their solid waste to the Landfill; and
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, covenants, terms and conditions hereinafter contained, the Parties hereby agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
1. Incorporation by Reference. The foregoing Recitals are hereby incorporated into and made a part of this Agreement by this reference. Schedule 1 is attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference and made fully a part of this Agreement.
2. Term. The term of this Agreement ("Term") shall begin on July 01, 2025 (the "Effective Date") and end June 30, 2035 (the "Termination Date"). In the fifth (5th) year of this Agreement, either Party may initiate a reevaluation of the tip fee and/or program fees associated with this Agreement, by providing written notice to the other Party no later than January 1, 2030. Upon such notice, the Parties agree to meet and confer in good faith to amend or renegotiate this Agreement for the purpose of adjusting the Total Disposal Rate based on actual and anticipated future costs.
Term Extension and Termination: If mutually agreed upon by both Parties, this Agreement may be extended up for an additional period of five (5) years. Either Party may opt not to renew by providing written notice of nonrenewal to the other Party no later than ninety (90) days prior to the Agreement’s termination date. A d d i t i o n a l l y , e ither Party may terminate this Agreement by providing 180 days prior written notice to the other Party.
3. City's Guaranteed Delivery of Solid Waste to Fink Road Landfill. a. The Cities shall annually deliver to the Fink Road Landfill no less than the committed percentage of their Acceptable Solid Waste, as set forth in Schedule 1. b. "Acceptable Solid Waste" means solid waste as defined in California Public Resources Code, Division 30, Part 1, Chapter 2, Section 40191. Acceptable Solid Waste possess the general characteristics of waste collected and disposed of as part of the normal solid waste collection services in the contracting Cities. This includes, but is not limited to: all putrescible and nonputrescible solid, semisolid, and liquid wastes, such as garbage, trash, refuse, rubbish, ashes, industrial wastes, demolition, and construction wastes. For the purposes of this Agreement, Acceptable Solid Waste expressly excludes hazardous waste, radioactive waste, medical waste, appliances, tires, sewage sludge, recyclable materials, organic materials, and any other materials requiring separate handling or disposal under 3 Solid Waste Delivery MOU City of Riverbank
State law.
4. Tipping Fees.
a. Franchise Hauler Payment Obligation: For the Term of this Agreement, each City's franchise hauler shall be responsible for the payment of the Total Disposal Rate as set forth in Schedule 1.
b. “Total Disposal Rate” means the sum of the tip fee normally charged at the Fink Road Landfill, in addition to any applicable program fees for Household Hazardous Waste and AB 939 related programs.
Tip fee + Household Hazardous Waste fee + AB 939 fee = Total Disposal Rate c. Base Year Rates. The following rates shall apply to all tons of Acceptable Solid Waste delivered to the Fink Road Landfill during the base year of this Agreement. i. Tip Fee: $39.14 per ton.
ii. Household Hazardous Waste Program Fee: $2.45 per ton. iii. AB-939 Program Fees: $1.79 per ton.
d. Annual Adjustment of Total Disposal Rate. The Total Disposal Rate will be adjusted annually, effective July 1 of each year, to reflect the average annual percentage change in the “Consumer Price Index, Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, All Items, West – Size Class B/C, (December 1996 = 100, not seasonally adjusted – Series ID CWURN400SA0)”, as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics. The adjustment shall be based on the 12-month period beginning April 1 and ending March 31 each year immediately preceding the adjustment date. The rate may be adjusted upward or downward accordingly. e. Annual Adjustment Cap. Notwithstanding the foregoing, any annual adjust to the Total Disposal Rate shall not exceed five percent (5%) per annum without express written agreement from both Parties.
f. At least sixty (60) days prior to July 1 of each year, the County shall provide written notice to the Cities of the CPI-based adjustment to the Total Disposal Rate to take effect on July 1, along with the corresponding calculations supporting the adjustment.
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5. County’s Obligations. The County agrees to provide and maintain the following programs and services for each contracted City:
i. All AB 939 Program Services as required by law, including but not limited to:
Preparation and submittal of all required State diversion reporting and tracking; ii. Countywide public education and/or outreach;
iii. Administration of the Recycling Market Development Zone; iv. Application for and administration of regional grants, including those for used oil recycling, beverage container recycling, used tire recycling, and tire enforcement;
v. Serve as staff to the Local Task Force on Solid Waste and Regional Solid Waste Planning Agency (Regional Agency);
vi. Monitor proposed solid waste legislative and regulatory changes; and vii. Administration of the County’s Food Processing By-Product Program. b. Household Hazardous Waste (HHW) Programs, including but not limited to:
6. Default.
i. Conducting a minimum of two (2) mobile HHW collection events annually for each Regional Agency City, with the exception of Ceres ii. Provide access to the permanent Household Hazardous Waste Facility for the collection of e-waste, used oil, oil filters, paints, pesticides, batteries, sharps, medications, and other miscellaneous household chemicals from Countywide residents;
iii. Provide access to the permanent Household Hazardous Waste Facility for the collection of hazardous waste generated by qualified and approved Conditionally Exempt Small Quantity Generators’ Countywide; and iv. Countywide public education and/or outreach.
a. Cure. In the event that either Party fails to perform any obligation pursuant to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the non-breaching Party shall provide the breaching Party with written notice specifying the nature of the non-performance.
The breaching Party shall have thirty (30) days from the date of such notice to cure the non-performance. If the breach is not cured within that period, the nonbreaching Party may pursue any and all legal or equitable remedies available under this Agreement and applicable law.
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b. Failure to give Notice. Failure to give, or delay in giving, Notice of Default shall not constitute a waiver of any obligation, requirement, or covenant required to be performed hereunder. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement, any failure or delay by either Party in asserting any rights and remedies as to any breach shall not operate as a waiver of any breach or of any such rights or remedies. Delay by either Party in asserting any of its rights and remedies shall not deprive such Party of the right to institute and maintain any action or proceeding which it may deem appropriate to protect, assert or enforce any such rights or remedies.
c. Waiver of Default. Waiver of any default by either Party to this Agreement shall not be deemed to be waiver of any subsequent default. Waiver or breach of any provision of this Agreement shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach, and shall not be construed to be a modification of the terms of this Agreement unless this Agreement is modified as provided below.
7. Attorney Fees. In the event that a Party commences litigation to enforce the performance of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to recover its reasonable costs of litigation, including court costs, expert witness fees, and reasonable attorney’s fees.
8. Severability. In the event that any provision of this Agreement or application thereof is found to be invalid, illegal, or unenforceable in any respect by a court of competent jurisdiction of if found in contravention of any federal, state, or county statute, ordinance, or regulation, the remaining provisions shall remain in full force and effect. The Parties agree to negotiate in good faith amend, modify, or supplement this Agreement or take such other appropriate actions as necessary to reflect their original intent as closely as possible and to ensure the continued enforceability of the Agreement to the fullest extent permitted by law.
9. Necessary Acts. The Parties hereby authorize their respective officers and employees to do all things reasonably necessary to accomplish the purposes of this Agreement.
10. Entire Agreement. This Agreement supersedes any and all other agreements, either oral or in writing, between any of the Parties herein with respect to the subject matter hereof and contains all the agreements between the parties with respect to such matter. Each Party acknowledges that no representations, inducements, promises or agreements, oral or otherwise, have been made by any Party, or anyone acting on behalf of any Party, which are not embodied herein, and that no other agreement, statement or promise not contained in this Agreement shall be valid or binding.
11. Amendment. This Agreement may be modified, amended, or otherwise changed only by the mutual written consent of the Parties. Any such modification must be in writing, executed by both the City and the County with the same formalities as this Agreement, and attached hereto to maintain continuity. No oral agreement or directive, whether from or between either Party or their representatives, shall operate to amend or alter the terms of this Agreement.
12. Duplicate Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, 6 Solid Waste Delivery MOU City of Riverbank
and each such counterpart, executed telecopy, fax or photocopy shall be deemed to be an original instrument, but all of which together shall constitute one and the same Agreement.
13. Legal Requirements. The Parties shall comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, ordinances, regulations, and requirements in the performance of their respective obligations in performance under this Agreement.
14. Force Majeure. Except as otherwise expressly provided in this Agreement, if the performance of any act required to be performed by either County or City is prevented or delayed or made impracticable by reason of any act of God, strike, lockout, labor trouble, inability to secure materials, Change in Law or regulations, or any other cause (except financial inability) not the fault of the Party required to perform the act, the time for performance of the act will either be extended for a period equivalent to the period of delay or performance of the act may be excused.
a. “Change in Law’’ as used herein means the enactment, promulgation, amendment or official interpretation or reinterpretation by any order, decision or judgment of any federal, state or local court, administrative agency or governmental body after the Effective Date of (i) any federal statute or regulation not enacted, promulgated, amended, interpreted or reinterpreted on or before the Effective Date, as applicable, or (ii) any state, County or City statute, ordinance, or regulation that was not so enacted, promulgated, amended, interpreted or reinterpreted on or before the Effective Date, as applicable, or establishes requirements making the ownership, operation or maintenance of the Landfill more burdensome than the most stringent requirements (iii) in effect as of the Effective Date, (iv) agreed to in any applications of the County for official permits, licenses, or approvals, or (v) contained in any official permits, licenses, or approvals with respect to the Landfill obtained as of the Effective Date; provided that a lawful change in federal, State, County, City, or any other tax law shall not be a Change in Law. b. In the event of a change in federal, state, or local law, regulation, or regulatory interpretation that materially affects operations of the Fink Road Landfill, the Parties agree to meet and confer in good faith to amend or renegotiate this Agreement as necessary to effectuate the original intent and purpose of this Agreement, as stated above.
c. If there is a Change in Law that materially affects the requirements for the Cities regarding the reuse, recycling, composting or any other form of diversion of solid waste from disposal, including, but not limited to an increase in the percentage of solid waste required to be diverted, as well as changes to applicable diversion credits, the Parties hereto agree to act in good faith to amend or renegotiate this Agreement.
d. The Party whose performance under this Agreement is materially affected by a Change in Law pursuant to this Section shall provide written notice to the other Party within thirty (30) calendar days of becoming aware of the conditions impacting performance. Such notice shall describe the nature of the Change in Law and the manner in which it materially affects the Party’s ability to perform under this Agreement.
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Upon receiving notice pursuant to this Section, the Parties will have one hundred eighty (180) days to renegotiate this Agreement. If the Parties do not agree that a Change in Law materially affects performance of this Agreement pursuant to this Section, then either Party may request binding mediation, to be paid equally by both Parties, to determine whether the Change in Law is material. Either Party may terminate the Agreement upon three ( 3 ) days written notice if it is determined that a material Change in Law has occurred, and the Parties do not renegotiate the Agreement within one hundred eighty (180) days.
15. Venue. The laws of the State of California shall apply to the construction and enforcement of this Agreement. Any action at law, suit in equity, or judicial proceedings for the enforcement of this Agreement or any provision hereto shall be in the Superior Court of Stanislaus County.
16. Notices. All notices permitted or required by this Agreement or by law to be served on or given to either Party hereto by the other Party, shall be in writing and shall be effective when personally delivered to the Party to whom it is directed, or in lieu of personal service, when deposited in the United States mail addressed as follows, or any other address designated by the Party:
To: County of Stanislaus:
Department of Environmental Resources
3800 Cornucopia Way, Suite C
Modesto, CA 95358
Attn: Robert Kostlivy
To: City of Riverbank:
Marisela Garcia, City Manager
City Manager’s Office
6707 3rd Street
Riverbank, CA 95367
17. Indemnification.
a. County shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the Cities, their officers, board members, employees and agents, from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, judgments, expenses, and costs arising out of, or resulting from the negligent acts, omissions, or willful misconduct of the County arising out of its performance of the programs and services described in paragraph 5 of this Agreement. above.
b. Cities shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the County, its officers, board members, employees and agents, from any and all claims, damages, losses, liabilities, judgments, expenses, and costs arising out of, or resulting from the negligent acts, omissions, or willful misconduct of the Cities arising out of and/or relating to their performance under this Agreement.
18. Insurance. The Parties shall maintain their own liability insurance coverage, against any 8 Solid Waste Delivery MOU City of Riverbank
claim of civil liability arising out of the performance of this MOU, and provide appropriate evidence of such coverage of the other Party upon request.
19. Construction. Headings or captions to the provisions of this Agreement are solely for the convenience of the Parties, are not part of this Agreement, and shall not be used to interpret or determine the validity of this Agreement. Any ambiguity in this Agreement shall not be construed against the drafter, but rather the terms and provisions hereof shall be given a reasonable interpretation as if both Parties had in fact drafted this Agreement.
20. Authorized Signature. The individual signing this Agreement (“Signatory”) represents and warrants that he or she is duly authorized and has legal capacity to execute this Agreement. Signatory represents and warrants that the execution and delivery of the Agreement and the performance of Consultant’s obligations hereunder has been duly authorized, and that the Agreement is a valid and legal agreement binding on Consultant and enforceable in accordance with its terms.
21. Counterparts and Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed to be an original, and all of which shall constitute but one and the same instrument. Each Party agrees that this Agreement and any other documents to be delivered in connection herewith may be digitally or electronically signed, and that any digital or electronic signatures (including PDF or facsimile) appearing on this Agreement or such other documents are the same as handwritten signatures for the purposes of validity, enforceability, and admissibility.
Signatures on Following Page
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COUNTY OF STANISLAUS
By:______________________________________
Matthew W. Condit
Chairman
Date Signed:_____________
ATTEST:
Elizabeth King,
Clerk of the Board of Supervisors
Of the County of Stanislaus, State of California
By: ______________________________________
Title
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT
Department of Environmental Resources
By: ______________________________________
Robert Kostlivy
Director
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Thomas E. Boze, County Counsel
By: ______________________________________
Name
Deputy County Counsel
[SEE NEXT PAGE FOR REMAINING SIGNATURES]
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CITY OF RIVERBANK
By:______________________________________
Rachel Hernandez
Mayor
Date Signed:_____________
ATTEST:
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC
City Clerk of the City Council
City of Riverbank, State of California
By: ______________________________________
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM
Tom Hallinan, City Attorney
By: ______________________________________
Tom Hallinan
City Attorney
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SCHEDULE 1
SOLID WASTE TONNAGE GUARANTEE
CITY GUARANTEED PERCENTAGE1
CERES 90%
HUGHSON 90%
NEWMAN 90%
OAKDALE 90%
PATTERSON 90%
RIVERBANK 90%
TURLOCK 90%
WATERFORD 90%
TOTAL DISPOSAL RATES (per ton)2
Fiscal Year Fink Road Landfill
2025/2026 $43.38
(1) Percentage of total Acceptable Solid Waste under the City's jurisdictional authority.
(2) Total Disposal Rate to be adjusted annually, effective July 1 each year, by agreed upon CPI. Consumer Price Index, Urban Wage Earners and Clerical Workers, All Items, West – Size Class B/C, (December 1996 = 100, not seasonally adjusted – Series ID CWURN400SA0)
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO.9.6
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: A Resolution Approving an Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement between the County of Stanislaus and the City of Riverbank for Joint Participation in the Stanislaus Urban County From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager
Lety Ibanez, Housing Specialist
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve a Cooperation Agreement between Stanislaus County and the City of Riverbank for continued participation in the Stanislaus Urban County for the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program.
SUMMARY
As of July 2020, the City of Riverbank joined the Stanislaus Urban County Consortium, which qualifies the City for a direct annual allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds. Participation in the Consortium must be reaffirmed every three years. Although the current agreement remains in effect through September 2026, the City is required to declare its intent to continue participation at least one year in advance.
Approval of this item will confirm the City's intent to remain a participant.
BACKGROUND
On May 28, 2019, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2019-039, authorizing Riverbank to join the Stanislaus Urban County ("Urban County") to access entitlement funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Prior to this, the City was required to compete for grant funds but was unsuccessful in obtaining awards. Joining the Consortium has provided the City with a more stable funding source, supporting programs such as the First-Time Homebuyer Program and infrastructure improvements in neighborhoods with at least 51% low- to moderate-income households.
Approval of the new Cooperation Agreement will ensure continued eligibility for CDBG funding for the period of October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029.
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STATUS OF CURRENT PROJECTS FUNDED VIA THE URBAN COUNTY
Water and Sewer Line Replacement Project
Location: From 3017 High Street to Riverside Drive, north of High Street This multi-year infrastructure project involves replacing approximately 1,650 linear feet of 8-inch water main and reconnecting 35 water service connections. The scope includes tie-ins to existing water lines, valves, and fire hydrants, as well as:
• Mobilization and erosion control
• Traffic control
• Asphalt and concrete saw-cutting, demolition, and off-haul • Paving, curb and gutter work
• Adjustment of utility manholes and boxes
• Potholing
The bid opening occurred on Thursday, May 29, 2025. Three bids were received but all came in over the Engineer’s Estimate therefore staff is evaluating other funding sources.
Current funding from the Urban County for this project is approximately $771,000.
FUTURE PROJECTS
Upon joining the Urban County, the City developed a five-year Consolidated Plan of Projects that would be funded via CDBG. For future years, these projects include the following:
FY 2025-26
Project Location Cost Estimate
Water and Sewer Line
Replacement
High Street / Riverside
Drive
$771,000
Total FY 2025-26 Funding accumulated
from prior year’s funding
$771,000
FY 2025-26
Project Location Cost Estimate
Pioneer Park Improvements
and ADA Updates
Corner of 1st Street & High
Street
$145,064
Total FY 2025-26 $145,064
FY 2026-27
Project Location Cost Estimate
Texas and Kansas Sewer Line
Replacement
Texas Avenue and Kansas
Avenue
$130,064
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Pioneer Park Improvements and
ADA Updates
Corner of 1st Street & High
Street
$15,000
Total FY 2026-27 $145,064
FY 2027-28 & FY 2028-29
Project Location Cost Estimate
Texas and Kansas Sewer Line
Replacement
Texas Avenue and Kansas
Avenue
$290,128
Total FY 2027-28 & FY 28-29 $290,128
FY 2029-30
Project Location Cost Estimate
Texas and Kansas Sewar Line
Replacement
Texas Avenue and Kansas
Avenue
$145,064
Total FY 2029 -30 $145,064
ENTITLEMENT FUNDING
Participation in the Urban County would result in Riverbank becoming entitled to a specific funding amount which is allocated based on criteria established by HUD. For Fiscal Year 2025-26 it is anticipated the City of Riverbank will be allocated approximately $145,064 which includes $5,000 for administration purposes under the Community Development Block Grant.
STRATEGIC PLAN
This item is related to the City’s Strategic Plan Goal to “Ensure the City’s Continued Financial Stability” and “Enhance Quality of Life”.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
For FY 2025-26 estimated funding has been calculated at $140,064, including $5,000 for administration.
ATTACHMENT
1. Resolution
EXHIBIT A: Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement Stanislaus Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program – Three Year Agreement- FINAL
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING AN INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION
AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE COUNTY OF STANISLAUS AND THE CITY OF
RIVERBANK FOR JOINT PARTICIPATION IN THE STANISLAUS URBAN COUNTY
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, the County of Stanislaus (“County”), a political subdivision of the State of California, and the City of Riverbank (“City”) a municipal corporation, desire to participate in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program administered by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD); and WHEREAS, said program will promote the public health, safety, and welfare by providing grant funds to be used by the City and County to improve housing opportunities for low and moderate-income households, to encourage economic reinvestment, to improve community facilities and public services, and to provide other housing-related facilities, or services; and
WHEREAS, to qualify for CDBG funds under HUD eligibility guidelines, the County must have a population of at least 200,000 persons; and WHEREAS, the City desires to continue to participate jointly with the County in said program; and
WHEREAS, HUD requires that the parties enter into a Cooperation Agreement between the County of Stanislaus and the City of Riverbank for joint participation in the Community Development Block Grant Program and the Emergency Solutions Grant Program for the period of time from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029 to define their rights and obligations as a prerequisite to participation in the CDBG program; and WHEREAS, the proposed Cooperation Agreement is consistent with the City and County General Plans and with City and County policies encouraging cooperation between agencies on issues of regional significance such as affordable housing; and WHEREAS, the proposed Cooperation Agreement will promote the public health, safety, and welfare by enabling the City and County to participate in the HUD’s CDBG program under an “Urban County” entitlement; thus making available funds for a variety ATTACHMENT 1
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of housing, economic development, and public services programs not otherwise available; and
WHEREAS, the City and County will enter into yearly Subrecipient Agreements which will establish administrative policies and procedures, performance standards, and guidelines for funding specific CDBG programs and projects; and WHEREAS, the proposed Cooperation Agreement is not a “project” for purposes of compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) and the City’s CEQA Guidelines.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank as follows:
1. The City Council hereby approves and authorizes the Mayor to enter into the Cooperation Agreement with the County to enable joint participation in HUD’s CDBG Program in the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
2. The City Manager or his/her designee is hereby authorized to act on behalf of the City in connection with the implementation of the Cooperation Agreement, ongoing operation of the CDBG program, and other activities necessary to carry out the intent of the Cooperation Agreement.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 10
th day of June, 2025; motioned by Councilmember ,
seconded by Councilmember , and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A – Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement Stanislaus Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program - DRAFT
2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATION AGREEMENT
STANISLAUS URBAN COUNTY
COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT PROGRAM
Three Year Agreement
October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029
This Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement for the Stanislaus Urban County Community Development Block Grant Program for Federal Fiscal Years (“Federal FY”) 2026-2028 (which begins on October 1, 2026 and ends on September 30, 2029) Agreement”) is made and entered into this ___ day of June, 2025, by and between the Cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank and Waterford, each a municipal corporation of the State of California (individually a “City” and collectively, “Cities”) and Stanislaus County through its Department of Planning and Community Development (the “County”). The Cities and the County are collectively referred to herein as the “Parties”; and individually, a “Party”.
WITNESSETH
WHEREAS, in 1974, the U.S. Congress enacted, and the President signed a law entitled The Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, herein called the “Act”. The Act is omnibus legislation relating to federal involvement in a wide range of housing and community development activities and contains eight separate titles; and
WHEREAS, Title I of the Act is entitled “Community Development” and governs programs for housing and community development within metropolitan cities and urban counties or communities by providing financial assistance annually for area-wide plans and for housing, public services and public works programs; and
WHEREAS, the Community Development Block Grant Program (hereinafter referred to as “CDBG”), the HOME Investment Partnerships Act Program (hereinafter referred to as “HOME Program”), and the Emergency Solutions Grants Program (hereinafter referred to as “ESG”) are consolidated under Title I of the Act (collectively, the “Programs”); funds from the Programs are referred to herein as “Program Funds”; and
WHEREAS, the Stanislaus Urban County (herein referred to as “Urban County formed in 2000 to receive entitlement CDBG and ESG funds. The Urban County includesthe unincorporated areas of Stanislaus County and the cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank and Waterford; and
WHEREAS, since 2023, The County has been the lead agency for the Stanislaus HOME Consortium (hereinafter referred to as the Consortium) to obtain a direct allocation of funds under the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of 1990. The Consortium includes all of the Urban County participants and the City of Turlock; and
EXHIBIT A
2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
WHEREAS, because Turlock opted out of the Urban County, Turlock is not entitled to receive any Program Funding under this Agreement. However, the County and the Cities of Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, Turlock and Waterford have entered into or will enter into a separate Consortium Agreement relating to funding through the HOME Program Consortium Agreement ; and
WHEREAS, the CDBG regulations issued pursuant to the Act provide that qualified urban counties must submit an application to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) for Program Funds, and cities and smaller communities within the metropolitan area not qualifying as metropolitan cities may join the County in said application and thereby become a part of a more comprehensive County effort; and
WHEREAS, to have their populations counted and to be eligible for an allocation of grant funding, the Cities desire to participate jointly with the County in the Programs; and WHEREAS, as the Urban County applicant, the County must take responsibility and assume all obligations of an applicant under federal statues, including: the analysis of needs, the setting of objectives, the development of community development and housing assistance plans, the consolidated plan, and the assurances of certifications; and WHEREAS, by executing this Agreement, the Parties hereby give notice of their intention to participate in the Programs.
NOW THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises, recitals and other provisions hereof, the Parties agree as follows:
1. Scope of Agreement. This Agreement covers the CDBG Entitlement program and, where applicable, the HOME Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Programs (i.e., where the Urban County receives funding under the ESG program or receives funding under the HOME program as an urban county or as a member of a HOME consortium).
2. Full Cooperation and Affordable Housing. The County and the Cities, each as a cooperating unit of general local government, agree to cooperate to undertake, or assist in undertaking, essential community renewal and lower-income housing assistance activities.
3. Term of Agreement.
a. The term of this Agreement shall be for a period of three (3) years commencing on October 1, 2026 and ending on September 30, 2029 (Federal FY 2026-2028), for the County/City program years commencing on July 1, 2026 and ending on June 30, 2029.
The qualification period for the Urban County is Federal FY 2026-2028. b. This Agreement shall remain in effect until the CDBG (and, where applicable, HOME and ESG) funds and program income received with respect to activities carried out during the three-year qualification period are expended and the funded activities completed. The County and each City cannot terminate or withdraw from this Cooperation Agreement while it remains in effect.
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c. By the date specified in HUD's Urban County qualification notice forthe next three-year qualification period, theCounty will notify eachCity in writing ofitsright not to participate.
A copy of the County's notifications must be sent to the HUD Field Office by the date specified in the Urban County qualification schedule.
4. Responsible Officers. The County’s Chief Executive Officer is the responsible officer for the County, and the Director of the Stanislaus County Department of Planning and Community Development (hereinafter referred to as “Director is hereby authorized to implement and administer Program activities and requirements on behalf of the County. The City Manager or his/her designee for each City is hereby authorized to act as the responsible officer for each City under the Programs.
5. Cities as Subrecipients.
a. Pursuant to the Act and 24 CFR 570.501(b), each City is subject to the same requirements applicable to subrecipients as set forth in 24 CFR 570.503. Where a City carries out an eligible activity funded by the Urban County, the Urban County and the City shall, prior to disbursing any Program Funds for any such activity or project, execute a written “Subrecipient Agreement” containing the minimum requirements found at 24 CFR 570.503. The Subrecipient Agreement must remain in effect during any period that the unit of local government has control over CDBG funds, including program income.
b. The written Subrecipient Agreement between the County and each City shall specify whether program income received is to be returned to the County or retained by the City. Where program income is to be retained by the City, the Subrecipient Agreement shall specify the activities that will be undertaken with the program income and that all provisions of the written agreement shall apply to the specified activities. (See 24 CFR 570.504).
6. Acknowledgement by Cities. By executing this Agreement, each City understands that it a) may not apply for grants from appropriations under the State CDBG Program for the fiscal years during the period in which it participates in the Urban County's CDBG program; and b) may only receive HOME Program and ESG formula-allocated funds through the Urban County.
7. Ad Hoc Committee and Panel.
a. Each Party to this Agreement (i.e., the governing body or its designee) shall designate one individual from its staff to serve on the ad hoc Technical Committee and the ad hoc Ranking Panel (each, a Designated Representative An alternate may be designated to serve if the Designated Representative is unable to attend. Each Designated Representative shall act on behalf of and in an advisory capacity to its respective jurisdiction. In lieu of staff, each Party may select one (1) member of the public to serve on the ad hoc Ranking Panel (“Public Representatives”). 2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
b. An ad hoc Technical Committee consisting of one (1) Designated Representative from the County and one (1) Designated Representative from each participating City will meet from time to time to review, aid in development, and provide recommendations on policies, procedures, and documentation required by HUD for the implementation and administration of Program Funds. The Technical Committee will facilitate distribution of information to residents within their respective jurisdictions and the opportunity to participate in the development of programs and priorities. c. An ad hoc Ranking Panel consisting of (1) representative from the County, one (1) Designated Representative from each participating City will meet from time to time to review, evaluate, and rank projects proposing to be funded with Program Funds. The Panel shall convene as determined necessary by the County. Panel rankings will be used by the County in making recommendations for allocation and awarding of funding.
8. Consolidated Plan.
a. Each City shall assist the County by participating in the preparation of a “Consolidated Plan” pursuant to 24 CRF 91.1-91.600, which identifies community development and housing needs, projects and programs for each City, and specifies both short and longterm City objectives, consistent with requirements of the Act. The County agreesto: (1) include City selected projects to be funded by the City’s allocation, and (2) take into consideration each City’s priorities assubmitted by each City. b. The County has final responsibility for selecting CDBG (and, where applicable, HOME and ESG) activities and submitting the Consolidated Plan to HUD. As lead agency for the HOME Consortium, the County will approve the Consolidated Plan for the entire geographic area encompassed by the Consortium prior to its submittal to HUD. The Parties hereto agree that the responsible entity with the final responsibility for analyzing needs, setting objectives, developing plans, selecting projects for community development and housing assistance, selecting CDBG Public Service and ESG programs to be funded, and filing the Consolidated Plan, and other plans and reports required by the Act, such as the “Annual Action Plan”, is the County. c. Each City understands and agrees that the County shall have final responsibility for selecting the Program activities and projects to be included in each annual grant request and project grant request and for filing the Consolidated Plan with HUD on an annual basis.
d. During the period of time during which the County has qualified as an Urban County, the Parties agree not to veto or otherwise obstruct the implementation of the approved Consolidated Plan during that three-year period and for such additional time as may be required for the expenditure of funds granted for that period.
9. Grant Eligibility. The Parties acknowledge that they shall not be eligible to apply for grants under the Small Cities or State CDBG Programs for appropriations for fiscal years 2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
during which the Parties are participating in the Urban County CDBG entitlement program; and further, each City shall not be eligible to participate in the HOME, or ESG Programs except through the Urban County or the Consortium Agreement.
10. County Responsibility.
a. The County shall, as applicant, be responsible for holding meetings and preparing and submitting the required plans and applications for CDBG, HOME and ESG Program Funding as required by the Act and the applicable federal regulations. b. The County shall be the primary general-purpose local governmental unit pursuant to the Act. The County shall apply for grants, execute grant agreements, administer all funds received, and undertake or assist in undertaking essential community development and housing assistance activities. The County shall have the authority to carry out activities which will be funded from annual Program Funds covered by this Agreement. Records shall be kept by County in accordance with approved accounting procedures and said records shall be available for public inspection at all times. The County shall be responsible thereunder for the proper performance, implementation or monitoring of the plans and the Programs.
c. The environmental effects of activities carried out with Program Funds must be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321) and the related authorities listed in HUD's implementing regulations at 24 CFR parts 50 and 58. The County is the responsible entity for the environmental review and each City agrees to assist the County by securing all information and documentation relating to projects within their respective jurisdictions under NEPA and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), if required, including paying for consulting services and technical evaluations, and providing the same to the County for final review and approval.
11. City Responsibilities.
a. Each City agrees to undertake the necessary actions to support the County’s efforts to obtain Program Funding, and to meet the requirements of the Programs under the Act and the applicable laws and regulations.
b. Each City agrees to act in good faith and with due diligence in performance of City obligations and responsibilities under this Agreement and under the Consortium Agreement (when applicable), the Allocation Agreement(s), Subrecipient Agreement(s) and all Grant Agreements (collectively, “Program Agreements ).
12. Compliance with Urban County Certification and Applicable Laws. 2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
a. The County and each City agreesto take all actions necessary to assure compliance with the Urban County's certification under section 104(b) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, that the grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 1, the Fair Housing Act (Title VIII of the Civil Rights Act of 1968), and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 100, and the duty to affirmatively further fair housing. See 24 CFR § 91.225(a) and 24 CFR §§ 5.151 and 5.152.
b. These requirements include the obligation to comply with section 109 of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 6, which incorporates: Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 8; Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the implementing regulations at 28 CFR part 35; the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and the implementing regulation at 24 CFR part 146; and Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968. The County and the Cities also agree to comply with other applicable laws. This Agreement prohibits Urban County funding for activities that do not affirmatively further fair housing within its own jurisdiction or that impede the County’s actions to comply with the County’s fair housing certification.
13. Program Funding
a. All funds received by the County pursuant to this Agreement shall be identified and allocated pursuant to HUD regulations and as described in the Annual Action Plan to the specific HUD approved projects or activities; provided, however, that a different distribution may be made when required by HUD to comply with Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended.
b. The County shall notify the participating Cities of the availability of the funds. It is understood by the Parties, hereto, the Program Funds being used for the purposes of this Agreement are funds furnished to the County, through HUD, pursuant to the provisions of the Act. Notwithstanding any other provision of this Agreement, the liability of the County shall be limited to Program Funds actually received by the County. Each City understands that the County must wait for release of Program Funds from HUD before the funds may be distributed. The County shall incur no liability to any City, its officers, agents, employees, suppliers, or contractors for any delay in making any such payments. All requests for payment requests must be made on forms approved by HUD and the County, with supporting documentation required by HUD and the County.
c. Program administrative costs may be allocated pursuant to 24 CFR 570.206 and applicable laws and regulations.
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14. Public Services. An amount not to exceed fifteen (15) percent of the total annual CDBG funds, may be allocated for eligible public services, as defined in 24 CFR 570.201, and related projects. Eligible public services (labor, supplies, and materials) include but are not limited to those concerned with employment, crime prevention, childcare, health, drug abuse, education, fair housing counseling, energy conservation, welfare (but excluding the provision of income payments identified under 24 CFR 570.207(b)(4)), homebuyer down payment assistance, or recreational needs. (24 CFR 570.201(e)).
15. Program Income.
a. Program income shall be tracked received, expended and reported as required by 24 CFR 570.504 and applicable laws and regulations.
b. The County shall monitor the use of any program income. Each City shall maintain appropriate record-keeping and provide prompt reporting of program income.
16. Change in Use of Property. A City shall obtain the County’s prior written approval to modify or change the use of real property acquired or improved in whole or in part using Program Funds, to a use which was not contemplated at the time of acquisition or improvement, including disposition. Such notification shall be made within six (6) months before the effective date of such proposed change of use, and any change in use shall comply with the provisions of 24 CFR 570.505.
17. Fair Housing Implementation. The Parties agree no Program Funds shall be allocated or expended for activities in or in support of any cooperating unit of general local government that does not affirmatively further fair housing within its own jurisdiction or that impedes the County’s actions to comply with its fair housing certification.
18. Claims and Indemnification.
a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, a Party (including its employees, agents, elected officials and volunteers) whose act, omission, negligence, misconduct or other fault gives rise to any claim, loss, liability, cost or expense, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorney’s fees, court costs, penalties, claims for reimbursement and sanctions (hereinafter collectively referred to as “claims”), made by HUD or any third party shall defend and hold harmless the other Parties from and against any and allsuch claims.
b. Each City agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County and each of their respective officers, directors, agents, designated representatives, employees and affiliates (“Indemnified Parties”) from any all claims arising out of, or in any way related to any its negligence or wrongful acts, breach or failure to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement or the Program Agreements, or failure to comply with applicable law. The obligations under this provision are independent of all other rights or obligations set forth herein. This indemnification provision shall survive the disbursement of the Award funds, as well as any termination of this Agreement or the Program Agreements.
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19. Audit. Each City agrees to cooperate, at no cost to the County, in any audit of Program activities involving Program Funds received by that City, including not limited to preparing appropriate financial statements, including the schedule of expenditures of Federal awards in accordance with 24 CFR 200.510; promptly follow up and take corrective action on audit findings; comply with any corrective action plans issued in connection with the audit; and provide the auditor with access to personnel, accounts, books, records, supporting documentation, and other information as needed for the auditor to perform the audit required applicable regulations.
20. Default and Remedial Action. Pursuant to 2 CFR 200, et seq., if a Party fails to comply with any term(s) outlined in this Agreement or the Program Agreements, the County may take appropriate corrective or remedial action against the defaulting Party in accordance with 2 CFR 570.910.
21. Consolidated and Further Continuing Appropriations Act. Parties to this Agreement understand and agree that they may not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer all of any portion of Program Funds to another metropolitan city, Urban County, unit of general local government, or Indian tribe, or insular area that directly or indirectly receives Program Funds in exchange for any other funds, credits, or non-Federal considerations, but must use such funds for activities eligible under Title I of the Act.
22. Allocation Agreement. For each fiscal year during the term of this Agreement, the County and each City may enter into an “Annual Allocation Agreement,” prepared jointly by theCounty and each City, which identifies each City’s annual allocation of Program Funds that the County will administer during that programyear. The reimbursementsmade shall not exceed the amount of the annual allocation.
23. Amendments. Any amendments to this Agreement shall be in writing. Parties agree any such fully executed amendment or amendments to this Agreement may be entered into at any time if required or necessary to implement the plans contemplated hereunder, or to comply with any related grant agreement or the regulations issued pursuant to the Act. Periodically, statutory or regulatory changes may require the County to amend this Agreement to add the new provision(s). The County may draft a separate amendment to its existing agreements that includes the new provision(s) rather than drafting a new Cooperation Agreement that contains the new provisions. However, the separate amendment must be executed by the City Manager of each of the Cities or his/her designee.
24. Compliance with Federal Laws and Regulations.
a. General. The Parties agree to take all actions necessary to assure compliance with the Urban County’s certifications required by section 104(b) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, regarding Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, the Fair Housing Act, affirmatively furthering fair housing, Section 109 of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974; the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969; the Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Act of 1970; and other applicable laws. 2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
b. Citizen Participation. The Parties agree to comply with federal citizen participation requirements of 24 CFR Part 91, and provide citizens with:
i) An estimate of the amount of Program Funds proposed to be used for activities that will benefit persons of low and moderate income; and ii) A plan for minimizing displacement of persons as a result of Program - assisted activities and programs, and to provide assistance to such persons. c. Citizen Participation Plan. The Parties agree to follow a citizen participation plan which:
i) Provides for and encourages citizen participation, particularly those of low or moderate income who reside in slum and blighted areas where CDBG funds are proposed to be used;
ii) Provides citizens with reasonable and timely access to local meetings, staff reports, and other information relating to grantee’s proposed used of funds, as required by HUD regulations related to the actual use of funds under the Act; iii) Provides for meetings to obtain citizen views and to respond to proposals and questions at all stages of the community development program, including at least: 1) formulation of needs; 2) review of proposed grant activities; and 3) review of program performance; for which public hearings shall be held after adequate notice, at times and locations convenient to potential or actual beneficiaries, and with accommodation of handicapped persons; iv) Provides for a timely written answer to written complaints and grievances, within fifteen (15) working days where practicable;
v) Identifies how the needs of non-English speaking residents will be met in the case of meetings where a significant number of non-English speaking residents can be reasonably expected to participate.
25. Conflict of Interest. No federal grant monies have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the Parties, to any officer or employee or any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any federal contract, the making of any federal grant, the making of any federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment or modification of any federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement. 2026-2028 CDBG Urban County Intergovernmental Cooperation Agreement
26. Influence. If any funds other than federally appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit standard form LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions.
27. Certifications Disclosure. The Parties agree to include this certification in the award documents for all subawards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grants, loans, and cooperative agreements), and that all grant subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly. This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into.
a. Certification Regarding Policies Prohibiting Use of Excessive Force and Regarding Enforcement of State and Local Laws Barring Entrances. In accordance with Section 519 Public Law 101-144 (the 1990 HUD Appropriations Act), each Party certifies that it has adopted and is enforcing:
i) A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within their respective jurisdictions against any individuals engaged in nonviolent civil rights demonstrations; and ii) A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within their jurisdictions.
28. Qualification Documentation. A fully executed copy of this Agreement, together with the approving resolutions of the County and each City, shall be submitted to HUD by the County as part of its qualification documentation and each City does hereby give the County the authority to carry out Program activities and projects which will be funded from annual Program Funds during the term of this agreement and from any Program income generated from the expenditures of those funds.
29. HUD Certification. Program recipients shall make all certifications required under 24 CFR
91.225 and applicable laws and regulations.
30. Maintenance of Records. Each City shall maintain records of activities for any projects undertaken pursuant to the Programs and said records shall be open and available for inspection by auditors assigned by HUD and/or the County on reasonable notice during the normal business hours of each City.
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31. General Provisions.
a. Headings and captions to the provisions of this Agreement are solely for the convenience of the parties, are not part of this Agreement, and shall not be used to interpret or determine the validity of this Agreement. Any ambiguity in this Agreement shall not be construed against the drafter, but rather the terms and provisions hereof shall be given a reasonable interpretation as if both parties had in fact drafted this Agreement.
b. Any notice, communication, amendment, addition or deletion to this Agreement, including change of address of either party during the term of this Agreement, which any Consortium Member shall be required or may desire to make shall be in writing and may be personally served or, alternatively, sent by prepaid first class mail to the respective parties as set forth in Attachment 1 to this Agreement. c. This Agreement shall be deemed to be made under and shall be governed by and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California. Any action brought to enforce the terms or provisions of this Agreement shall have venue in the County of Stanislaus, State of California.
d. The Board of Supervisors of the County and the City Council of each City shall authorize this Agreement. The Chief Executive Officer of the County and the Mayor of each City, or their authorized designees, are authorized to execute this Agreement on behalf of their respective jurisdictions. This Agreement must include as attachments the authorizing resolutions from each governing body stating that the party signing the agreement has the authority to sign the Agreement.
e. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original copy of this Agreement, and all of which, when taken together, will be deemed to constitute one and the same agreement. The facsimile, email or other electronically delivered signatures of the Parties shall be deemed to constitute original signatures, and facsimile or electronic copies hereof shall be deemed to constitute duplicate originals.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first hereinabove written.
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STANISLAUS COUNTY:
By
Jody Hayes Dated
Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Angela Freitas, Director
Planning and Community Development Department
By
Angela Freitas
Director
OPINION OF COUNTY COUNSEL
The terms and provisions of this Agreement are fully authorized under Federal, State and local law.
This Agreement provides the legal authority for Stanislaus County to undertake, or assist in undertaking, essential community renewal and lower income housing assistance activities.
STANISLAUS COUNTY COUNSEL
Thomas E. Boze
By:
Thomas E. Boze
County Counsel
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CITY OF CERES:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Javier Lopez Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Fallon Martin
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Doug Dunford
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
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CITY OF HUGHSON:
By ___________________________ ________________________ George Carr Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Ashton Gose
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Dominique Romo
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Andy Pinasco
City Attorney
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CITY OF NEWMAN:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Casey Graham Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Mike Maier
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Michael E. Holland
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
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CITY OF OAKDALE:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Cherilyn Bairos Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Patrick Mondragon
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Jerry Ramar
Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Tom Hallinan
City Attorney
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CITY OF PATTERSON:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Micheal Clauzel Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Aracely Alegre
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Fernando Ulloa
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
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CITY OF RIVERBANK:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Rachel Hernandez Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Gabriela Hernandez
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Marisela Garcia
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Tom Hallinan
City Attorney
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CITY OF WATERFORD:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Charlie Goeken Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Patricia Krause
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Michael G. Pitcock
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Corbett Browning
City Attorney
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Attachment 1
Member Notice Information
County of Stanislaus
Department of Planning and Community Development
1010 10th Street, Suite 3400
Modesto, CA 95354
City of Ceres
Department of Planning and Building
2720 Second Street
Ceres, CA 95307
City of Hughson
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box 9
Hughson, CA 95326
City of Newman
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box 787
Newman, CA 95360
City of Oakdale
Department of Community Development
455 S. Fifth Street
Oakdale, CA 95361
City of Patterson
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box 667
Patterson, CA 95363
City of Riverbank
Department of Economic Development and Housing
6707 3rd Street
Riverbank, CA 95367
City of Waterford
City Manager’s Office
P.O. Box 199
Waterford, CA 95386
Item 9.7– CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCI/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.7
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: A Resolution Approving the HOME Investment Partnership Program Consortium Agreement for Three Years from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager
Lety Ibanez, Housing Specialist
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider approving the HOME Investment Partnership Program Consortium Three-Year Agreement for continued participation in the HOME Consortium.
SUMMARY
Since 2020, the City of Riverbank has participated in the HOME Investment Partnerships Program Consortium ("HOME Consortium"), which provides an annual direct allocation of HOME funds. Initially, the City partnered with the City of Turlock as the lead agency.
In 2022, Stanislaus County assumed the role of lead agency and reestablished the HOME Consortium. The current agreement is set to expire on September 30, 2026.
Participation in the Consortium requires renewal every three years. The City must declare its intent to continue participating at least one year prior to the expiration of the current agreement. Approval of tonight’s action will extend Riverbank’s participation through September 30, 2029.
BACKGROUND
On May 28, 2019, the City Council authorized staff to join the HOME Consortium to receive entitlement funding from the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD). Prior to this, Riverbank had to apply for HUD funding on a competitive basis, which proved unsuccessful. Joining the Consortium has provided the City with a stable source of funding for key housing-related programs, including first-time homebuyer assistance and housing rehabilitation.
Item 9.7– CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
When Riverbank first joined the Consortium, the City of Turlock served as the Lead Entity responsible for program administration. On April 1, 2022, Turlock withdrew from this role, and Stanislaus County assumed leadership, forming a new Consortium. The current agreement expires on September 30, 2026, and the City must notify its intent to continue participation at least one year prior. Approval of a new three-year agreement would ensure funding for the period from October 1, 2026, through September 30, 2029.
FIVE-YEAR HOME PROJECT LIST
In 2020, the City Council approved the Five-Year Consolidated Plan Project List. This list would authorize the City to use HOME funds for the following projects:
• Affordable Housing (including new construction)
• Housing Acquisition with Rehab
• Rehabilitation
• Down Payment Assistance (First-Time Homebuyers)
• Administration (staff costs)
ENTITLEMENT FUNDING
As a participant in the HOME Consortium, Riverbank receives an annual entitlement allocation from HUD. For Fiscal Year 2025-26, the City is projected to receive approximately $97,544 based on HUD’s funding allocation formula.
STRATEGIC PLAN
This item is related to the City’s Strategic Plan Goal to “Ensure the City’s Continued Financial Stability” and “Enhance Quality of Life”.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Riverbank will continue to be entitled to HOME funding directly from HUD. FY 2025-26 estimated funding has been calculated at $97,544.00.
ATTACHMENT
1. Resolution – Approving the Three-Year HOME Investment Partnership Consortium Agreement
EXHIBIT A: HOME Investment Partnerships Program Consortium Agreement Three-Year Agreement October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2029 – FINAL
CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,
CALIFORNIA, APPROVING THE HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIP
CONSORTIUM THREE YEAR AGREEMENT
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, the County of Stanislaus (“County”), a political subdivision of the State of California, and the City of Riverbank (“City”) a municipal corporation, desire to participate in the HOME Investment Partnership Program administered by the U.S.
Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”); and WHEREAS, said program will promote the public health, safety, and welfare by providing grant funds to be used by the City and County to improve housing opportunities for low and moderate-income households; and
WHEREAS, HUD requires that the parties enter into a Consortium Agreement for participation in the HOME Investment Partnerships Program for the period of time from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029 to define their rights and obligations as a participant in the Program; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Consortium Agreement is consistent with the General Plan and with City and County policies encouraging cooperation between agencies on issues of regional significance such as affordable housing; and WHEREAS, the proposed Consortium Agreement will promote the public health, safety, and welfare by enabling the City and County to participate in the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development’s HOME Investment Partnership program; thus making available funds for a variety of housing, economic development, and public services programs not otherwise available; and
WHEREAS, the City and County will enter into Subrecipient Agreements which establish administrative policies and procedures, performance standards, and guidelines for funding specific programs and projects; and
WHEREAS, the proposed Consortium Agreement is not a “project” for purposes of compliance with the provisions of the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) and the City’s CEQA Guidelines.
ATTACHMENT 1
CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank as follows:
1. The City Council hereby approves and authorizes the City Manager to execute the HOME Investment Partnership Consortium Agreement with the County and participating Cities to enable joint participation in HUD’s HOME program in the form attached hereto as Exhibit “A”.
2. The City Manager is authorized and to act on behalf of the City in connection with the implementation of the Consortium Agreement, ongoing operation of the HOME program, and other activities necessary to carry out the intent of the Consortium Agreement.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 10
th day of June, 2025; motioned by Councilmember ,
seconded by Councilmember , and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A-HOME Investment Partnerships Program Consortium Three Year Agreement October 1, 2026 – September 30, 2029
1 STANISLAUS
HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS PROGRAM CONSORTIUM AGREEMENT Three Year Agreement
October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029
This Stanislaus HOME Investment Partnerships Program Consortium Agreement (“Agreement”) is between the Cities of Turlock, Ceres, Hughson, Newman, Oakdale, Patterson, Riverbank, and Waterford, each a municipal corporation of the State of California (individually a “City” and collectively, “Cities”) and Stanislaus County through its Department of Planning and Community Development (the “County”). The Cities and the County are collectively referred to herein as the “Consortium,” or the “Stanislaus HOME Consortium,” or the “Parties”; and individually, “Consortium Member” or “Party”.
WHEREAS, the Parties agree that it is desirable and in the interests of their citizens to secure approval by the federal government to be considered as a consortium under the federal HOME Program operated by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (“HUD”) as authorized under the HOME Investment Partnerships Act, Title II of the Cranston-Gonzalez National Affordable Housing Act of I990, as amended (hereafter collectively referred to as the “Act,”); and,’
WHEREAS, Title II of the Act creates the HOME Investment Partnerships Program (hereinafter “HOME” or “HOME Program”) that provides funds to states and local governments for acquisition, rehabilitation, and new construction of affordable housing, and tenant-based rental assistance; and,
WHEREAS, the Act provides that units of local government that are geographically contiguous may form a consortium for the purpose of receiving an allocation to participate in the HOME “Program” to be funded by HUD; and,
WHEREAS, the individual municipalities may not separately qualify to receive HOME funds, but by cooperating in a consortium they may as a group become eligible participants as a single participating jurisdiction in the HOME Program; and, WHEREAS, the consortium of geographically contiguous local governments has notified HUD of their intention to participate in the HOME Program; and, WHEREAS, this Agreement constitutes an intergovernmental agreement under California law which meets the criteria pursuant to 24 CFR Part 92.101, and the Consortium Members are authorized to enter into and adopt this Agreement by their respective legislative bodies; and, WHEREAS, the Parties wish to enter into this Agreement to authorize the County to act in a representative capacity for the Cities for the purposes of ensuring that the Consortium’s HOME Program is carried out in compliance with the requirements of 24 CFR Part 92 and 24 CFR
92.101(a)(2)(ii); and,
EXHIBIT A
2 WHEREAS, under 24 CFR 92.101, the Consortium’s qualification as a unit of general local government generally continues for a period of three successive federal fiscal years. As required by applicable regulations, to align the Community Development Block Grant (hereinafter “CDBG”) and HOME qualification cycles, the Parties agree that the term of this agreement shall for a period of three (3) years, from October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029 (Federal Fiscal Years (“FY”) 2026-2028).
NOW, THEREFORE, the Parties hereby enter into the following Agreement for the purpose of receiving an allocation from the HOME Program.
1. Consortium. This Consortium shall be known as the Stanislaus HOME Consortium. The Consortium Members agree to cooperate to undertake or to assist in undertaking housing assistance activities for the HOME Program, and affirmatively support and enforce fair housing laws and regulations.
2. Lead Agency. The County shall be designated as “Lead Agency” of the Consortium to act in a representative capacity for all Consortium Members for the purposes of administering the HOME Program. The County will assume overall responsibility for ensuring that the Consortium’s HOME Program activities are carried out in compliance with HOME rules, including requirements relating to the Consolidated Plan (described in Section 6, below). No Consortium Member may obstruct the implementation of the Consortium’s approved Consolidated Plan.
3. Designated Representatives.
a. Each Consortium Member (i.e., the governing body or its designee) shall designate one individual from its staff to serve on the ad hoc Technical Committee and the ad hoc Ranking Panel (each, a “Designated Representative”). An alternate may be designated to serve if the Designated Representative is unable to attend. Each Designated Representative shall act on behalf of and in an advisory capacity to its respective jurisdiction. In lieu of staff, each Consortium Member may select one (1) member of the public with experience and knowledge relating to affordable housing development and/or operations to serve on the ad hoc Ranking Panel (“Public Representatives”).
b. An ad hoc Technical Committee consisting of one (1) Designated Representative from the County and one (1) Designated Representative from each participating City will meet from time to time to review, aid in development, and provide recommendations on policies, procedures, and documentation required by HUD for the implementation and administration of the HOME Program. The Technical Committee will facilitate distribution of information to residents within the respective jurisdictions of the HOME Consortium concerning community housing needs and the opportunity to participate in the development of programs and priorities.
c. An ad hoc Ranking Panel consisting of (1) Designated Representative from the County and one (1) Designated Representative from each participating City will meet from time to time to review, evaluate, and rank proposals for designation of Community Housing Development Organizations (“CHDO”) and projects proposing to be funded with HOME funds. 3 The Panel shall convene as determined necessary by the County. Panel rankings will be used by the County in making recommendations for allocation and awarding of funding.
4. Three Year Qualification Period.
a. This Agreement is for funding HOME Program activities for the 2026-2028 FY (October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2029) or until the HOME program funds for the three-year qualification period are closed out pursuant to 24 CFR 92.507, whichever is later. In accordance with 24 CFR 91.402, all units of general government that are Consortium Members must be on the same program year that starts on each July 1st for CDBG, HOME, and Emergency Solutions Grants (“ESG”) programs.
b. Although the current qualification period for the Consortium is three (3) years, members have an obligation to abide by HOME requirements throughout the period of affordability for funded projects.
5. Program Year. The Program Year for the start date for the Consortium is the commencement of the 2026 FY of the Consortium Members, which begins on July 1, 2026 and ends June 30, 2029.
6. Consolidated Plan. The County, on behalf of this Consortium, shall submit to HUD a single, unified “Consolidated Plan,” which describes the Consortium’s strategy for addressing housing, homeless and supportive housing needs, and Citizen Participation Plan. The Consortium shall also submit to HUD “Annual Action Plans” (described in 24 CFR 91.220), Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports (“CAPERs”) and other reports, as required by HUD. Per regulation, all Consortium plans and reports shall contain goals and accomplishments for the Consortium.
7. Allocation of Funds.
a. The Consortium Members shall be notified by the County in writing within 30 days of the County receiving official correspondence from HUD of the availability of HOME Program funds for the Consortium. These funds shall be allocated to individual Consortium Members and will be required to be committed to an approved project within six (6) months from July 1 of each year unless such deadline is extended by the County. An approved project shall be a project included within a HUD-certified Annual Action Plan approved by the County. Funds will be considered committed if they are under a fully executed agreement that has been reviewed by and determined adequate by the County, and the environmental determination for the project has been certified by the County. All proposed projects will be submitted to the County for the upcoming fiscal year by January 1 of each year. A City shall not proceed to commit funds without the County’s approval of the project and completion of the environmental review. If funds are not committed within the deadline established by the County, then the funds shall revert back to the County for use in an eligible HUD program as determined by the County. b. If a Consortium Member opts not to accept its annual pro rata share of available HOME Program funds, it must provide written notification to the County. The allocation 4 will be redistributed among all remaining HOME Consortium Members per their pro rata share. A Consortium Member that returns its allocation remains a member of the Consortium. c. When a shared consultant/service provider is hired on behalf of the Consortium, the costs will be shared on a pro-rata basis. This share will be calculated based on the annual Consortium Members’ collective annual HOME allocation. Consortium Member’s pro-rata annual HOME allocation will be reduced by each Consortium Member’s cost share. The decision to hire shared consultants/service providers shall be at the sole discretion of the County.
8. Program Income.
a. Program income must be deposited in the County’s HOME Investment Trust Fund local account unless the County permits the subrecipient to retain the program income for additional HOME projects pursuant to the written agreement required by 24 CFR 92.503 and 504.
b. The County shall be responsible for tracking and determining the use of any program income it receives in accordance with applicable laws and regulations (See 24 CFR
92.503(a)).
9. Matching Funds. Each Consortium Member will be responsible for providing its pro-rata share of matching non-federal funds not previously used each time it makes a draw against its allocation of federal funds from the HOME Program (See 24 CFR 92.218).
10. Non-Appropriation. In the event funds are not appropriated to the HOME program, HUD guidance shall be followed. If grant closeout is required, the County will be responsible for grant close-out, and each City shall cooperate in the effort. The Consortium Members will be responsible for maintaining compliance on previous HOME-funded units.
11. County’s Responsibilities. Each City hereby authorizes the County to act on its behalf in any way required to comply with this Agreement and applicable laws and regulations.
The County shall have final responsibility for selecting the program activities and projects to be included in each annual grant request and project grant request and for filing the Annual Action Plan with HUD on an annual basis. The County agrees to:
a. Prepare the Consortium’s Five-Year Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plans.
b. Prepare the Consortium’s CAPER.
c. Prepare applications, Request for Proposals, and contract templates for CHDOs. Publish Public Notices on CHDO funds.
d. Monitor Consortium Members and CHDOs and prepare monitoring tools.
The County has the right and responsibility to monitor and assure compliance with all HOME requirements during the project implementation and the affordability period. 5 e. Coordinate/chair Consortium meetings, and prepare, maintain, and disseminate agendas, minutes, and records.
f. Coordinate/chair public hearings and publish notices. g. Process agenda items (i.e., plans, intergovernmental agreements, contracts) through the Stanislaus County Board of Supervisors.
h. Submit Requests for Release of Funds documents to HUD on behalf of Consortium Members. Transmit Authority to Use Grant Funds documents from HUD to Consortium Members.
i. Process project setups, revisions, and completion reports. j. Process reimbursement requests from County funds and process drawdowns from HUD.
k. Prepare Consortium financial reports and reconcile with HUD’s financial data.
l. Calculate annual Consortium allocation.
m. Coordinate reallocation of funds when necessary.
n. Provide technical assistance to Consortium Members as needed. o. Facilitate audits and/or monitoring with HUD and State Auditor General. p. Maintain all applicable Stanislaus HOME Consortium application, implementation, and financial files for HOME and CHDO activities. In addition, the County will maintain all files associated with monitoring and reporting to HUD. The County will maintain these administrative and programmatic files according to the current applicable State and Federal record retention schedule and regulations.
q. Procure and contract with shared consultant/services. r. Maintain a Programmatic Agreement with the State Historic Preservation Office (“SHPO”) for Section 106 reviews per 24 CFR Part 58, contingent upon SHPO approval. s. Perform market study to determine annual HOME homeownership value limits and submit to HUD for approval.
t. Serve as the “Certifying Officer” with respect to environmental matters on all Consortium-funded projects. However, no funds may be committed to a HOME activity or project before the completion of the environmental review and approval of the request for release of funds and related certification, except as authorized by 24 CFR part 58. (24 CFR 92.352). 6 u. The County shall receive and allocate administrative funds as set forth in applicable HOME regulations.
12. City Responsibilities. The Cities agree to:
a. Develop criteria for project selection and guidelines for implementation within HUD statutes and regulations.
b. Complete required reports for project set-up and completion; process Deeds of Trust.
c. Review and submit reimbursement requests for its sub-recipients. d. Track payments for each project and submit reimbursement requests to the County for payment.
e. Provide information and data for the Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plans, CAPERs, and other reports as required by HUD by the date and in the format specified by the County.
f. Support the objectives of the Consortium’s Citizen Participation Plan and the Consolidated Plan.
g. Provide general project oversight for projects within the Consortium Member’s jurisdiction.
h. Attend and participate in the work of the ad hoc Technical Committee meetings and ad hoc Ranking Panels.
i. Participate in Consortium training sessions for subrecipients, as necessary. j. Assist the County in conducting appropriate environmental reviews for all projects in accordance with 24 CFR part 58.
k. Assist the County in completing appropriate environmental clearance documents for all projects, including CHDO projects, administered by the Consortium Member. l. Publish notices when appropriate. Consortium Members will submit any Request for Release of Funds documents to the County for review and forwarding to HUD. m. Submit all financial reimbursement requests, revisions, and completion reports to the County using the County’s approved forms. Each Consortium Member is responsible for requiring that each of its subrecipients follow the terms and conditions of this Agreement, the project-specific agreements and the procedures and time involved for processing activity reimbursement approvals, draws, and payments. Each Consortium Member shall request drawdowns of funds from the County for all activities within its jurisdiction with proper documentation including proof of payment and updated match log. Each Consortium Member shall 7 process and submit reimbursement requests in a timely manner and facilitate the reimbursement process by providing complete and accurate information. n. Report, retain, account for, and expend program income generated in their jurisdictions per federal regulations.
o. Maintain all applicable application, implementation, financial, and program files. The Consortium Member will maintain these administrative and programmatic files according to the current applicable State and Federal record retention schedule and regulations.
No records shall be destroyed by a Consortium Member without obtaining prior written authorization from the County.
p. Monitor rental properties in respective jurisdictions at the specified intervals throughout the period of affordability and submit monitoring reports to the County. q. Carry out activities in compliance with HUD rules and regulations and the requirements of the HOME Program including the provisions of 24 CFR 92.504(c)(2). r. Notify the County of their willingness to participate in a Programmatic Agreement with SHPO for the Stanislaus HOME Consortium. s. Act in good faith and with due diligence in performance of City obligations and responsibilities under this Agreement and under all applicable Allocation Agreements, Subrecipient Agreements, and Grant Agreements (collectively, “Program Agreements”). Each City further agrees that it shall fully cooperate with the County in all things required by applicable law and appropriate to comply with the provisions of any Grant Agreement received by the County pursuant to the Act and its regulations.
13. Compliance with Applicable Laws.
a. The Parties acknowledge and agree that some existing programs may need to be modified if they are to be carried out with HOME funds, but the Consortium’s activities do not impact CDBG-funded programs.
b. Each Consortium Member agrees to affirmatively further fair housing as required by 24 CFR Part 91.425(a)(1)(i) and agrees to participate in any HUD-required analysis of fair housing or assessment of fair housing. The Parties agree to comply with all applicable state and federal laws, rules, and regulations regarding equal opportunity, equal access, nondiscrimination, and affirmative action. c. The Consortium shall comply with applicable California open meeting (when applicable), public records, ethics laws and all other applicable laws and regulations. d. The environmental effects of activities carried out with HOME funds must be assessed in accordance with the provisions of the National Environmental Policy Act of 1969 (NEPA) (42 U.S.C. 4321) and the related authorities listed in HUD’s implementing regulations at 24 CFR parts 50 and 58. The applicability of the provisions of 24 CFR part 50 or part 58 is based on the HOME project (new construction, rehabilitation, acquisition) or activity (tenant-based rental 8 assistance) as a whole, not on the type of the cost paid with HOME funds. The County is the responsible entity for the environmental review and each City agrees to assist the County by securing all information and documentation relating to projects within their respective jurisdictions under the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA) and the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), if required, including paying for consulting services and technical evaluations, and providing the same to the County for final review and approval. e. Each Consortium Member must adopt and follow affirmative marketing procedures and a minority outreach program as required by 24 CFR 92.351. f. Consortium Members shall comply with applicable conflict of interest provisions, including 24 CFR Part 85 and those contained in 24 CFR 92.356. g. The County, as Lead Agency, shall monitor Program activities so that the Consortium’s HOME Program is carried out in compliance with HUD rules and regulations and the requirements of the HOME Program. These requirements include a Consolidated Plan in accordance with HUD regulations 24 CFR Parts 91 and 92 and the requirements of 24 CFR 92.350 and all related regulations and notices required by HUD for administration. As Lead Agency, the County shall be responsible for the administration of the Consortium HOME funds. As such, the County has been designated the participating jurisdiction by HUD in the HOME Program. h. The requirements of 2 CFR part 200 apply to this Agreement, except for the following provisions: 200.306, 200.307, 200.308 (not applicable to participating jurisdictions), 200.311 (except as provided in 92.257), 200.312, 200.329, 200.333, and 200.334. The provisions of 2 CFR 200.305 apply as modified by 92.502(c). If there is a conflict between definitions in 2 CFR part 200 and 24 CFR part 92, the definitions in 24 CFR part 92 shall govern. i. The requirements of 24 CFR 92.252 shall apply to affordable housing/rental units.
j. The requirements of 24 CFR 92.300 and 92.301 shall apply to allocations for housing programs to be owned, developed, or sponsored by community housing development organizations (CHDO programs).
k. The requirements of 40 CFR Subpart H-Other Requirements, are applicable to this Agreement, including:
68.200 Recordkeeping.
68.210 Availability of information to the public.
68.215 Permit content and air permitting authority or designated agency requirements.
68.220 Audits
l. Each and every provision of law and clause required by law to be inserted in this Agreement shall be deemed to be inserted herein, and the Agreement shall be read and enforced as though it were included herein, and if through mistake or otherwise any such provision 9 is not inserted, or is not correctly inserted, then upon the application of any Party, the Agreement shall forthwith be physically amended to make such insertion or correction.
14. Default and Remedial Action. Pursuant to 2 CFR 200, et seq., if a Consortium Member fails to comply with any term(s) outlined in this Agreement or the Program Agreements, the County may take corrective or remedial action against the Consortium Member in accordance with 24 CFR and 24 CFR 92.552.
15. Claims and Indemnification.
a. To the fullest extent permitted by law, a Party (including its employees, agents, elected officials and volunteers) whose act, omission, negligence, misconduct or other fault gives rise to any claim, loss, liability, cost, or expense, including, but not limited to, reasonable attorneys’ fees, court costs, penalties, claims for reimbursement and sanctions (hereinafter collectively referred to as “claims”), made by HUD or any third party shall defend and hold harmless the other Parties from and against any and all such claims. b. Each City agrees to indemnify and hold harmless the County and each of their respective officers, directors, agents, designated representatives, employees and affiliates (“Indemnified Parties”) from any all claims arising out of, or in any way related to any its negligence or wrongful acts, breach or failure to comply with the terms and conditions of this Agreement, or failure to comply with applicable law. The obligations under this provision are independent of all other rights or obligations set forth herein. This indemnification provision shall survive the disbursement of the Award funds, as well as any termination of this Agreement.
16. Audit. Each City agrees to cooperate, at no cost to the County, in any audit of Program activities involving Program Funds received by that City, including not limited to preparing appropriate financial statements, including the schedule of expenditures of Federal awards in accordance with 24 CFR 200.510; promptly follow up and take corrective action on audit findings; comply with any corrective action plans issued in connection with the audit; and provide the auditor with access to personnel, accounts, books, records, supporting documentation, and other information as needed for the auditor to perform the audit required applicable regulations.
17. Reallocation of Funds. During administration of the HOME Program, the Consortium may determine that there are circumstances under which reallocation of certain Consortium Member(s) and/or CHDO(s) HOME Program Funds is necessary. Reallocation may be made by the County or as set forth in 92 CFR 450 et seq.
18. Withdrawal/New Members.
a. Except as provided by law, Consortium Members are prohibited from withdrawing from the Consortium during the qualification period of this Agreement. b. New Members may be added to the Consortium upon consent of a simple majority of the Consortium Members. When a new Member is added, the Agreement will be amended accordingly, and the Parties agree to execute such further instruments as may be 10 reasonably required to effect such amendment. The Agreement will be amended in the federal fiscal year before the year in which the new Member is to be added.
19. Departing Consortium Member. In the event a Consortium Member elects to no longer participate in the Consortium, such decision is effective only at the conclusion of the qualification period. The following duties and obligations will be required with respect to those Consortium funds controlled by the departing Consortium Member:
a. Planning and Reporting.
i. The departing Consortium Member shall use its own Citizen Participation Plan for all Consortium-funded projects committed after the date of separation. The departing Consortium Member shall maintain all appropriate reports as described in the Agreement, on all Consortium-funded projects for the entirety of each project’s respective affordability period.
ii. The departing Consortium Member shall remit these reports to the County upon request.
b. Monitoring.
i. The departing Consortium Member shall maintain separate records for all Consortium-funded projects in accordance with the applicable Consortium policy and shall provide these reports to the County upon request.
ii. The departing Consortium Member shall monitor its subrecipient and CHDO agreements related to projects funded by the departing Consortium Member in accordance with the applicable HUD regulations for the entirety of each applicable affordability period.
c. Meetings.
i. The departing Consortium Member may participate in Consortium meetings in a non-voting capacity until all Consortium funds held by the departing Consortium Member as of the date of separation have been expended. d. Unencumbered/unexpended funds.
i. Consortium HOME funds allocated prior to the date of separation, shall not be commingled with any other HOME funds in any one project. ii. All funds allocated to the departing Consortium Member by the Consortium must be encumbered before encumbering funds granted to the departing Consortium Member directly by HUD.
iii. If departing Consortium Member encumbers the bulk of Consortium funds, but funds remain, the departing Consortium Member shall return the funds to the Consortium.
11 iv. The departing Consortium Member shall return to the Consortium any Consortium funds allocated to the departing Consortium Member that have not been expended by the expenditure and encumbrance timelines specified in this Agreement. v. The departing Consortium Member shall name the County as Lead Agency and beneficiary on documents (e.g., deeds of trust, liens) associated with any Consortiumfunded projects that the departing Consortium Member enters into and shall modify all documents necessary to meet this requirement.
e. Program Income.
i. The departing Consortium Member shall remit to the County all program income received attributable to Consortium-funded projects. (See 24 CFR 92.503(a)). ii. The County, as Lead Agency, shall be responsible for using any program income it receives in accordance with applicable statutes and regulations and shall reallocate such funds according to the Consortium Reallocation Policy. f. Match.
i. The departing Consortium Member shall retain any match credits held by the departing Consortium Member as of the date of separation, to be used in accordance with statute and HUD regulations and guidelines.
ii. The departing Consortium Member shall apply match credits to Consortium-funded projects first; when those projects have the full required match amount, then the departing Consortium Member may apply the credits to the departing Consortium Member’s funded projects.
20. General Provisions.
a. This Agreement may be amended by the County and such amendments shall be effective upon notice to the other Consortium Members. b. Headings or captions to the provisions of this Agreement are solely for the convenience of the Parties, are not part of this Agreement, and shall not be used to interpret or determine the validity of this Agreement. Any ambiguity in this Agreement shall not be construed against the drafter, but rather the terms and provisions hereof shall be given a reasonable interpretation as if all Parties had in fact drafted this Agreement. c. Any notice, communication, amendment, addition or deletion to this Agreement, including change of address of any Party during the term of this Agreement, which any Consortium Member shall be required or may desire to make shall be in writing and may be personally served or, alternatively, sent by prepaid first class mail to the respective Parties as set forth in Attachment 1 to this Agreement.
d. This Agreement shall be deemed to be made under, and shall be governed by and construed in accordance with, the laws of the State of California. Any action brought to 12 enforce the terms or provisions of this Agreement shall have venue in the County of Stanislaus, State of California.
e. Each Consortium Member has authorized the undersigned person signing as officers on behalf of the local agency, to enter into this Agreement on behalf of said local agency and to bind the same to this Agreement, and, further that said local agency has authority to enter into this Agreement and that there are no restrictions or prohibitions contained in any article of incorporation or bylaws against entering into this Agreement. f. The Chief Executive Officer of the County and the City Manager of each City must sign this Agreement. This Agreement must include as attachments the authorizing resolutions from the governing body of each Consortium Member stating that the party signing the Agreement has the authority to sign the Agreement.
g. Counterparts and Electronic Signatures. This Agreement may be executed in one or more counterparts, each of which will be deemed to be an original copy of this Agreement, and all of which, when taken together, will be deemed to constitute one and the same agreement. The facsimile, email or other electronically delivered signatures of the Parties shall be deemed to constitute original signatures, and facsimile or electronic copies hereof shall be deemed to constitute duplicate originals.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement on the day and year first hereinabove written.
[SIGNATURES BEGIN ON THE FOLLOWING PAGE]
13 STANISLAUS COUNTY:
By _____________________________ ________________________ Jody Hayes Dated
Chief Executive Officer
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Angela Freitas, Director
Planning and Community Development Department
By ____________________________
Angela Freitas
Director
OPINION OF LEAD AGENCY COUNSEL
The undersigned has reviewed this Agreement and has concluded that the terms and provisions of the Agreement are fully authorized under state and local law and that the Agreement provides full legal authority for the Consortium to undertake or assist in undertaking housing assistance activities for the HOME Program.
Stanislaus County Counsel
Thomas E. Boze
By ____________________________
Thomas E. Boze
County Counsel
14 CITY OF CERES:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Javier Lopez Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Fallon Martin
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Doug Dunford
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
15 CITY OF HUGHSON:
By ___________________________ ________________________ George Carr Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Ashton Gose
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Dominique Romo
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Andy Pinasco
City Attorney
16 CITY OF NEWMAN:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Casey Graham Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Mike Maier
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Michael E. Holland
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
17 CITY OF OAKDALE:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Cherilyn Bairos Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Patrick Mondragon
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Jerry Ramar
Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Tom Hallinan
City Attorney
18 CITY OF PATTERSON:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Micheal Clauzel Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Aracely Alegre
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Fernando Ulloa
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ____________________________
Nubia Goldstein
City Attorney
19 CITY OF RIVERBANK:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Rachel Hernandez Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Gabriela Hernandez
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Marisela Garcia
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Tom Hallinan
City Attorney
20 CITY OF TURLOCK:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Amy Bublak Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Nicole Fiez
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Sue Borrego
Interim City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
George A. Petrulakis
City Attorney
21 CITY OF WATERFORD:
By ___________________________ ________________________ Charlie Goeken Dated
Mayor
ATTEST:
By ___________________________
Patricia Krause
City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
By ____________________________
Michael G. Pitcock
City Manager
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By ___________________________
Corbett Browning
City Attorney
22 Attachment 1
Consortium Member Notice Information
Stanislaus County
Department of Planning and Community Development
1010 10th Street, Suite 3400
Modesto, CA 95354
City of Ceres
Department of Planning and Building
2720 Second Street
Ceres, CA 95307
City of Hughson
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box 9
Hughson, CA 95326
City of Newman
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box 787
Newman, CA 95360
City of Oakdale
Department of Community Development
455 S. Fifth Street
Oakdale, CA 95361
City of Patterson
Department of Community Development
P.O. Box667
Patterson, CA 95363
City of Riverbank
Department of Economic Development and Housing
6707 3rd Street
Riverbank, CA 95367
City of Turlock
Planning Division
156 S. Broadway, Ste. 120
Turlock, CA 95380-5456
City of Waterford
City Manager’s Office
P.O. Box 199
Waterford, CA 95386
Item 10.1 – CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.1
SECTION 10: PUBLIC HEARING
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject: First Reading by Title Only and Introduction of an Ordinance Designating the City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council hold a public hearing regarding the introduction for first reading of an Ordinance adopting the City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
SUMMARY
California Government Code Section 51179(a) mandates that local agencies, defined as city, county, or district responsible for fire protection within a moderate fire hazard severity zone, shall designate, by ordinance, moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones in [their] jurisdiction within 120 days of receiving recommendations from the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Section 51178. The City of Riverbank received the Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map on February 24, 2025. The City of Riverbank has jurisdiction over the established moderate severity zone and is therefore required to adopt the ordinance.
BACKGROUND
The State Fire Marshal is required to classify lands within State Responsibility Areas into Fire Hazard Severity Zones. Prompted by the devastating 1991 Oakland Hills Fire, in 1992, state law expanded the requirement for California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) to evaluate fire hazard severity in Local Responsibility Areas.
More recently, in 2021 CAL FIRE was tasked with identifying Moderate and High Fire Hazard Severity Zones along with the Very High in Local Responsibility Areas (LRA). This means that previous LRA maps that only contained very high classifications, now must also identify moderate and high zones. The updated Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps for Local Responsibility Areas will designate fire hazard levels for all areas where fire service
Item 10.1 – CC/LRA – 06/10/2025
is not the responsibility of the state or federal government. (A separate map showing the State Responsibility Area (SRA), was recently updated and became effective in 2024.) CAL FIRE developed the recommended map using a science-based and field-tested model that assigns a hazard score based on the factors that influence fire likelihood and fire behavior. The fire hazard severity model for wild-land fire has two key elements:
probability of an area burning and expected fire behavior under extreme fuel and weather conditions. Many factors are considered, such as fire history, existing and potential fuel (natural vegetation), predicted flame length, blowing embers, terrain, and typical fire weather for an area.
The Fire Hazard Severity Zone map reflects “hazard,” not “risk”. The map is like a flood zone map, where lands are described in terms of the probability level of a particular area being inundated by floodwaters; “Hazard” is based on the physical conditions that create a likelihood and expected fire behavior over a 30 to 50-year period without considering mitigation measures such as home hardening, recent wildfire, or fuel reduction efforts.
These maps are created by CAL FIRE under the direction of the State Fire Marshal without local jurisdictional input or influence. California Government Code Section 51179(3) states that “A local agency shall not decrease the level of fire hazard severity zone as identified by the State Fire Marshal for any area within the jurisdiction of the local agency, and, in exercising its discretion pursuant to paragraph (2), may only increase the level of fire hazard severity zone as identified by the State Fire Marshal for any area within the jurisdiction of the local agency.” Local agencies are not permitted to decrease or remove areas from the CAL FIRE recommended fire hazard severity zone map, meaning they can only designate areas as a higher hazard than what the map indicates.
The original Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ) maps, released in 2007, imposed mandatory construction and defensible space requirements only on parcels identified as Very High, which is why no areas in the City of Riverbank were previously reflected on this map. The 2025 map released in February of this year, reflects a portion of east Riverbank as being in a Moderate Zone. This is indicated in Exhibit A: City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
STRATEGIC PLAN
While not directly related to the City Council’s Strategic Plan, this item is consistent with the City’s goal of “Improve Public Safety”.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact associated with this request.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Ordinance
Exhibit A: City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Are Fire Hazard Severity Zone Map
2. Fire Hazard Severity Zones Local Responsibility Area Fact Sheet
CC/LRA – 06/10/2025 & 00/00/2025
CC Ordinance 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
ORDINANCE 2025-
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK
DESIGNATING THE CITY OF RIVERBANK LOCAL RESPONSIBILITY AREA FIRE
HAZARD SEVERITY ZONE
WHEREAS, pursuant to Government Code 51178, the State Fire Marshal shall identify areas in the state as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones based on consistent statewide criteria and based on the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas; and
WHEREAS, the city is responsible for ensuring fire protection within a moderate severity zone and is required to designate, by ordinance, moderate, high and very high fire severity zones in its jurisdiction within 120 days of receiving recommendations from the State Marshall pursuant to Section 51178; and
WHEREAS, moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones are based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, and other relevant factors including areas where winds have been identified by the Office of the State Fire Marshal as a major cause of wildfire spread; and
WHEREAS, Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) are in incorporated cities, urban regions, agricultural lands, and portions of the desert where the local government is responsible for wildfire protection. This is typically provided by city departments, fire protection districts, counties, and by CALFIRE under contract; and WHEREAS, the moderate designation of an area near the eastern border of the city limits requires adoption of the Fire Hazard Severity Zone and indicated on the attached City of Riverbank LRA Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
NOW, THEREFORE THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1:
1. The city hereby designates the Fire Hazard Severity Zones as recommended by the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection pursuant to Government Code Section 51178.
2. The map approved by the City, is hereby incorporated by reference, and entitled “City of Riverbank LRA Fire Hazard Severity Zone.”
3. The official map is located electronically with the City of Riverbank at www.riverbank.org.
ATTACHMENT 1
CC/LRA – 06/10/2025 & 00/00/2025
CC Ordinance 2025-
SECTION 2: This Ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days from and after its final passage, provided it is published pursuant to GC § 36933 in a newspaper of general circulation within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.
The foregoing ordinance was given its first reading and introduced by title only at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Riverbank on June 10, 2025. Said ordinance was given a second reading by title only and adopted.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting on the day of , 2025; motioned by Councilmember ____________, seconded by Councilmember _______________, and moved said ordinance by a City Council roll call vote of ____:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________ _________________________
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________
Tom P. Hallinan, City Attorney
Attachment: City of Riverbank LRA Fire Hazard Severity Zone City and County boundaries as of 10/22/24 (CA Board of Equalization) CAL FIRE State Responsibility Areas (SRA25_1)
CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZSRA23_3, FHSZLRA_25_1) Data Sources:
Daniel Berlant, State Fire Marshal, CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Joe Tyler, Director/Fire Chief, CA Department of Forestry and Fire Protection Wade Crowfoot, Secretary for Natural Resources, CA Natural Resources Agency The State of California and the Department of Forestry and Fire Gavin Newsom, Governor, State of California Protection make no representations or warranties regarding the accuracy of data or maps. Neither the State nor the Department shall be liable under any circumstances for any direct, special, incidental, or consequential damages with respect to any claim by any user or third party on account of, or arising from, the use of data or maps. and other relevant factors including areas where winds
have been identified by the Office of the State Fire Marshal as a major cause of wildfire spread.
statewide criteria and based on the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas. Moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones shall be based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, Government Code section 51178 requires the State Fire
Marshal to identify areas in the state as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones based on consistent Waterbody
Unzoned LRA
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Scale: 1:21,000 at 11" x 17"
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Fire Hazard Severity Zones (FHSZ) in Local Responsibility Area (LRA), as Identified by the State Fire Marshal
Riverbank
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As Identified by the
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Local Responsibility Area
Fire Hazard Severity Zones
CITY OF RIVERBANK – STANISLAUS COUNTY
EXHIBIT A
ATTACHMENT 2
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
What do Fire Hazard Severity Zones measure?
The Fire Hazard Severity Zone map reflects “hazard,” not “risk”. The map is like flood zone maps, where lands are described in terms of the probability level of a par琀椀cular area being inundated by floodwaters, and not specifically prescrip琀椀ve of impacts. “Hazard” is based on the physical condi琀椀ons that create a likelihood and expected fire behavior over a 30 to 50-year period without considering mi琀椀ga琀椀on measures such as home hardening, recent wildfire, or fuel reduc琀椀on efforts.
“Risk” is the poten琀椀al damage a fire can do to the area under exis琀椀ng condi琀椀ons, accoun琀椀ng for any modifica琀椀ons such as fuel reduc琀椀on projects, defensible space, and igni琀椀on resistant building construc琀椀on.
What is a Fire Hazard Severity Zone or FHSZ?
Public Resource Code 4202; The State Fire Marshal shall classify lands within State Responsibility Areas into Fire Hazard Severity Zones. Each zone shall embrace rela琀椀vely homogeneous lands and shall be based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, and other relevant factors present, including areas where winds have been iden琀椀fied by the department as a major cause of wildfire spread.
Government Code 51178; The State Fire Marshal shall iden琀椀fy areas in the state as Moderate, High, and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones based on consistent statewide criteria and based on the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas. Moderate, High, and Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones shall be based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, and other relevant factors including areas where winds have been iden琀椀fied by the Office of the State Fire Marshal as a major cause of wildfire spread.
Will the new Fire Hazard Severity Zones affect my ability to get or maintain insurance? Insurance companies use risk models, which differ from hazard models, because they consider the suscep琀椀bility of a structure to damage from fire and other short-term factors that are not included in hazard modeling. It is unlikely that insurance risk models would u琀椀lize CAL FIRE Fire Hazard Severity Zones as a factor, but much of the same data that is used in the Fire Hazard Severity Zone model are likely included in the insurance companies’ risk models. However, insurance risk models incorporate many addi琀椀onal factors and that change more frequently than those that CAL FIRE includes in its hazard mapping, which is built to remain steady for the next 10+ years.
General
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
When were the maps last updated?
In 2007, CAL FIRE updated the FHSZs for the en琀椀re State Responsibility Area (SRA). Between 2008- 2011 the department worked with local governments to make recommenda琀椀ons of the Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones within Local Responsibility Area (LRA).
Why are fire hazard severity maps being updated?
The hazard maps are being updated to more accurately reflect the zones in California that are suscep琀椀ble to wildfire. The hazard mapping process will incorporate new science in local climate data and improved fire assessment modeling in determining hazard ra琀椀ngs.
Where do Fire Hazard Severity Zones apply?
Fire Hazard Severity Zones are found in areas where the state has financial responsibility for wildfire protec琀椀on and preven琀椀on, called the State Responsibility Area. More than 31 million acres are in this area. Under Senate Bill 63 (Stern, 2021) Government Code 51178 was amended to also iden琀椀fy the Moderate and High Fire Hazard Severity Zones with the Very High in Local Responsibility Area (LRA).
What are the uses of Fire Hazard Severity Zones?
The zones are used for several purposes including to designate areas where California’s defensible space standards and wildland urban interface building codes are required. They can be a factor in real estate disclosure, and local governments may consider them in their general plan.
What are the key elements of the Fire Hazard Severity Zone model? The fire hazard severity model for wildland fire has two key elements: probability of an area burning and expected fire behavior under extreme fuel and weather condi琀椀ons. The zones reflect areas that have similar burn probabili琀椀es and fire behavior characteris琀椀cs. The factors considered in determining fire hazard within wildland areas are fire history, flame length, terrain, local weather, and poten琀椀al fuel over a 50-year period. Outside of wildlands, the model considers factors that might lead to buildings being threatened, including terrain, weather, urban vegeta琀椀on cover, blowing embers, proximity to wildland, fire history, and fire hazard in nearby wildlands.
FHSZs are not a structure loss model, as key informa琀椀on regarding structure igni琀椀on (such as roof type, etc.) is not included.
General
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
How do the Fire Hazard Severity Zone Maps differ from California Public U琀椀li琀椀es Commission (CPUC) High Fire Threat District Maps?
The California Public U琀椀li琀椀es Commission (CPUC) sponsored map, known as "CPUC High Fire Threat District Map” (HFTD), includes similar factors as those in the FHSZ maps, however the CPUC HFTD Map is designed specifically for iden琀椀fying areas where there is an increased risk for u琀椀lity associated wildfires. As such, the CPUC map includes fire hazards associated with historical powerline-caused wildfires, current fuel condi琀椀ons, and scores areas based on where fires start, as opposed to where poten琀椀al fires may cause impacts.
Why is my property in a different zone than the adjacent area, which looks similar? In wildland areas, zone edges are a result of the way zones are delineated. Specifically, zones represent areas of similar slope and fuel poten琀椀al. Zone boundaries divide zones based on geographic and vegeta琀椀on features that align with fire hazard poten琀椀al; although, at a local scale, it may appear that the immediate area is similar on both sides of the edge. The class value within a zone is based on the average hazard score across the whole zone, so areas that are in the same zone but not immediately adjacent to a local area can have an influence on the final zone classifica琀椀on. Classifica琀椀on outside of wildland areas is based on the fire hazard of the adjacent wildland and the probability of flames and embers threatening buildings.
How are Fire Hazard Severity Zones determined?
CAL FIRE used the best available science and data to develop, and field test a model that served as the basis of zone assignments. The model evaluated the probability of the area burning and poten琀椀al fire behavior in the area. Many factors were included such as fire history, vegeta琀椀on, flame length, blowing embers, proximity to wildland, terrain, and weather.
What new data will be included in the new model, and how does this differ from the previous model?
A 2 km grid of climate data covering the years 2003-2018 is being used in the update. The previous model used stock weather inputs across the state to calculate wildland fire intensity scores. The updated model will adjust fire intensity scores based on the most extreme fire weather at a given loca琀椀on, considering temperature, humidity, and wind speed. In addi琀椀on, ember transport is being modeled based on local distribu琀椀ons of observed wind speed and direc琀椀on values instead of using a generic buffer distance for urban areas adjacent to wildlands.
General
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
How can I search the Fire Hazard Severity Zone of a property? You can search by address to find your current designa琀椀on on the web at: osfm.fire.ca.gov/FHSZ Why does the model place an emphasis on the spread of embers? Embers spread wildfire because they can travel long distances in the wind and ignite vegeta琀椀on, roofs, a琀cs (by ge琀ng into vents), and decks.
Why do waterbodies have a Fire Hazard Severity Zone Classifica琀椀on? All areas in State Responsibility Area, including water bodies, require a Fire Hazard Severity Zone designa琀椀on. The 2007 FHSZ maps zoned all water as Moderate by default. In the 2023 FHSZ model we added a buffer of FHSZ from the surrounding wildland into water bodies to account for poten琀椀al threat of embers to buildings on docks and house boats, as well as varia琀椀on in reservoir height that occurs with drought.
How does CAL FIRE assist Local Governments in Fire Hazard Severity Zones? CAL FIRE’s Land Use Planning Program is a specialized unit that provides support to local governments by providing fire safety exper琀椀se on the State’s wildland urban interface building codes, wildfire safety codes, as well as helping in the development of the safety elements in general plans.
General
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is State Responsibility Area or SRA?
SRA is a legal term defining the area where the state has financial responsibility for wildland fire protec琀椀on and preven琀椀on. Incorporated ci琀椀es and federal ownership are not included. Within the SRA, CAL FIRE is responsible for fire preven琀椀on and suppression. There are more than 31 million acres in SRA, with an es琀椀mated 1.7 million people and 800,000 exis琀椀ng homes.
How is State Responsibility Area determined?
The Board of Forestry and Fire Protec琀椀on (Board) classifies land as State Responsibility Area. The legal defini琀椀on of SRA is found in the Public Resources Code Sec琀椀on 4125. The Board has developed detailed procedures to classify lands as State Responsibility Area. Lands are removed from SRA when they become incorporated by a city, change in ownership to the federal government, become more densely populated, or are converted to intensive agriculture that minimizes the risk of wildfire. While some lands are removed from SRA automa琀椀cally, the Board typically reviews changes every five years.
What Fire Hazard Severity Zones are in State Responsibility Area? All of the State Responsibility Area is in a Fire Hazard Severity Zone. Lands are either ranked as Moderate, High or Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones.
What are the wildland urban interface (WUI) building codes in State Responsibility Area? The WUI building codes (California Building Code (CBC) Chapter 7A) reduce the risk of embers fanned by wind-blown wildfires from igni琀椀ng buildings. The codes for roofing, siding, decking, windows, and vents apply throughout all State Responsibility Area regardless of the fire hazard severity ranking. Ember-resistant building materials can be found at:
h琀琀ps://osfm.fire.ca.gov/divisions/fire-engineering-and-inves琀椀ga琀椀ons/building-materials-lis琀椀ng/ State Responsibility Area
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is the difference between the various Fire Hazard Severity Zones? Classifica琀椀on of a wildland zone as Moderate, High or Very High Fire Hazard is based on the average hazard across the area included in the zone, which have a minimum size of 200 acres. In wildlands, hazard is a func琀椀on of modeled flame length under the worst condi琀椀ons and annual burn probability. Both these factors generally increase with increasing hazard level, but there may be instances where one value is Very High and the other is low, pushing the overall hazard into a more intermediate ranking. On average, both modeled flame length and burn probability increase by roughly 40-60% between hazard classes.
Is the GIS data for Fire Hazard Severity Zones available for download? The data inputs used to develop the Fire Hazard Severity Zones are iden琀椀fied in the Ini琀椀al Statement of Reasons (ISOR) Title 19 Development (ca.gov). CAL FIRE has developed an addi琀椀onal data package which consists of sequen琀椀al modeling steps, including any data inputs that were not already publicly available and referenced in the ISOR. The data package encompasses 34 spa琀椀al datasets and 8 tables, provided in raster, polygon, and table format. These datasets are forma琀琀ed for Esri ArcGIS so昀琀ware, except for four tables provided in Excel. Ten of the datasets are updated versions used to produce an edited SRA FHSZ map following the public comment period that ended April 4, 2023. Upon formal adop琀椀on of the FHSZ map, the final SRA FHSZ geospa琀椀al data file will become available. The data package is available on the FHSZ website Fire Hazard Severity Zones (ca.gov) under the science and methods banner.
State Responsibility Area
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
What is Local Responsibility Area or LRA?
Local Responsibility Areas (LRA) are incorporated ci琀椀es, urban regions, agriculture lands, and por琀椀ons of the desert where the local government is responsible for wildfire protec琀椀on. This is typically provided by city fire departments, fire protec琀椀on districts, coun琀椀es, and by CAL FIRE under contract.
When did Fire Hazard Severity Zones begin in Local Responsibility Area? Assembly Bill 337 (Bates, 1992) prompted by the devasta琀椀ng Oakland Hills Fire of 1991, calls for CAL FIRE to evaluate fire hazard severity in Local Responsibility Area and to make a recommenda琀椀on to the local jurisdic琀椀on where Very High FHSZ exist. Government Code 51175 then provides direc琀椀on for the local jurisdic琀椀on to take appropriate ac琀椀on.
How are Fire Hazard Severity Zones determined in Local Responsibility Areas? CAL FIRE uses an extension of the State Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone model as the basis for evalua琀椀ng fire hazard in Local Responsibility Area. The Local Responsibility Area hazard ra琀椀ng reflects flame and ember intrusion from adjacent wildlands and from flammable vegeta琀椀on in the urban area.
What are the requirements for landowners in Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Areas?
California’s WUI building codes (CBC Chapter 7A) apply to the design and construc琀椀on of new buildings located in High and Very High FHSZs in Local Responsibility Areas. Local ordinances may require igni琀椀on resistant construc琀椀on for remodel projects. Check with your local building department to determine which igni琀椀on resistant building codes apply to your project. In addi琀椀on, Government Code Sec琀椀on 51182 calls for defensible space clearance and other wildland fire safety prac琀椀ces for buildings. Owners are also required to make a natural hazard disclosure as part of a real estate transfer. For informa琀椀on regarding home hardening and defensible space clearance, visit www.readyforwildfire.org.
Does the designa琀椀on of Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Local Responsibility Area trigger the 100-foot clearance requirement?
Yes, per Government Code 51182 unless a local government has passed a more stringent requirement, the 100-foot defensible space clearance applies. For informa琀椀on regarding home hardening and defensible space clearance, visit www.readyforwildfire.org.
Local Responsibility Area
FHSZ Frequently Asked Questions
Why is my property in a different zone than the adjacent area, which looks similar? In non-wildland areas, zone edges occur based on distance to the wildland edge. Because hazard in these areas is largely determined by incoming embers from adjacent wildland, urban areas that are similar in vegeta琀椀on type and housing density may have a change in FHSZ class as the distance to the wildland edge increases. Areas immediately adjacent to wildland receive the same FHSZ score as that wildland where fire originates, and the model then produces lower scores as the distance to wildland edge increases.
What is the process for developing Fire Hazard Severity Zones in the Local Responsibility Area? CAL FIRE uses the same modeling data that is used to map the State Responsibility Area. The map, along with a model ordinance, are then sent to the governing body for adop琀椀on.
How are the new Fire Hazard Severity Zones impac琀椀ng development? Many of the changes expanding Fire Hazard Severity Zones in Local Responsibility Areas have been supported by the building industry. CAL FIRE works closely with the building industry when se琀ng various building codes and defensible space requirements, so we are working together to not affect development itself but to make sure development matches the hazards of that area.
When will the Local Responsibility Area Map be released? The Local Responsibility Area map process will happen a昀琀er the State Responsibility Area process has been completed, which is es琀椀mated to occur in winter of 2025.
Why haven’t Moderate and High Fire Hazard Severity Zone classes been classified before in the Local Responsibility Area?
New legisla琀椀on, Senate Bill 63 (Stern, 2021), now requires the adop琀椀on of all three Fire Hazard Severity Zone classes in the Local Responsibility Area. Previously only Very High Fire Hazard Severity Zones were required for adop琀椀on in Local Responsibility Areas.
Local Responsibility Area
LRA Legislation Factsheet
Assembly Bill No.337
An act to add Chapter 6.8 (commencing with Section 51175) to Part 1 of Division 1 of Title 5 of the Government Code, and to amend Section 13108.5 of the Health and Safety Code, relating to fire protection.
[Enrolled, January 28, 1991]
AB 337, Bates. Very high fire hazard severity zones.
(1) Under existing law, the State Board of Forestry is required to classify all lands within the state, in accordance with prescribed criteria, for the purpose of determining areas in which the financial responsibility of preventing and suppressing fires is primarily the responsibility of the state.
This bill would declare that the prevention of fires is not a municipal affair but is instead, a matter of statewide concern, and would make a finding and declaration of the Legislature that its provisions apply to all local agencies, including, but not limited to, charter cities, charter counties, and charter cities and counties. The bill would prohibit that finding from limiting the authority of a local agency, as defined, from imposing more restrictive fire and panic safety requirements, as otherwise authorized by law.
The bill would state that it is not the intent of the Legislature to limit or restrict the authority of a local agency to impose more restrictive fire and panic safety requirements, as otherwise authorized by law.
This bill would require the Director of Forestry and Fire Protection to identify areas in the state as very high fire hazard severity zones within all counties pursuant to a prescribed schedule. The bill would require local agencies, as defined, to designate, by ordinance, very high fire hazard severity zones in their jurisdiction after receiving recommendations from the director, except as prescribed. The bill would authorize local agencies to include or exclude areas following certain findings and would require changes made by local agencies to be final and not rebuttable by the director. By requiring local agencies to designate very high fire hazard severity zones within their jurisdictions, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program. The bill would require the State Fire Marshal to prepare and adopt a model ordinance that provides for the establishment of any high fire hazard security zones.
LRA Legislation Factsheet
Assembly Bill No.337 (Continued)
(2) Under existing law, any person who owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains any building or structure in, upon, or adjoining any mountainous area or forest-covered lands, brush-covered lands, or grass-covered lands, or any land that is covered with flammable material, is required to undertake specified fire protection measures, including the maintenance of specified firebreaks.
The bill would enact requirements of this nature for any person who owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains, any occupied dwelling or occupied structure in, upon, or adjoining any mountainous area, forest-covered land, brush-covered land, grass-covered land, or land covered with flammable material, which area or land is within a very high fire hazard severity zone, as described in (1).
The bill would authorize local agencies to exempt certain structures and would exempt certain land or water areas.
The bill would make violation of these requirements an infraction or misdemeanor, as specified, thereby imposing a state-mandated local program by creating a new crime, and would specify related matters.
This bill would require local agencies to notify owners of property of violation and would authorize local agencies to correct the conditions and make a lien upon the property, as prescribed. By creating these requirements, this bill would impose a state-mandated local program.
The bill would permit a violation of these requirements to be considered a public nuisance, as specified.
(3) Existing law requires the State Fire Marshal to adopt, amend, and repeal regulations for roof coverings and openings into the attic areas of buildings in those fire hazard severity zones in state responsibility lands as designated by the director. Existing law requires the director to classify lands within state responsibility areas into fire hazard severity zones.
This bill would instead require the State Fire Marshal to propose, and would require the State Building Standards Commission to adopt, amend, and repeal those regulations. The bill would also require the State Fire Marshal to propose, and would require the State Building Standards Commission to adopt, amend, and repeal, those regulations for buildings in very high fire hazard severity zones in state responsibility lands, designated by the director, and in very high fire hazard severity zones as described in (1). The bill would require roofs on all new buildings and certain existing buildings in both of those zones to be at least a class B roof that complies with Standard 32-7 of the Uniform Building Code, as adopted in the California Building Standards Code. The bill would impose requirements on installers and roofing materials and make other related changes. The bill would exempt historic buildings, as defined, from these provisions.
LRA Legislation Factsheet
Senate Bill No.63
CHAPTER 382
An act to amend Sections 51177, 51178, 51178.5, 51182, and 51189 of the Government Code, to amend Section 13108.5 of the Health and Safety Code, and to amend Sections 4124.5 and 4291 of, and to add and repeal Sections 4123.8, 4291.5, and 4291.6 of, the Public Resources Code, relating to fire prevention.
[Approved by Governor September 28, 2021. Filed with Secretary of State September 28, 2021.] SB 63, Stern. Fire prevention: vegetation management: public education: grants: defensible space:
fire hazard severity zones.
(1) Existing law requires the Director of Forestry and Fire Protection to identify areas of the state as very high fire hazard severity zones based on specified criteria. Existing law requires a local agency, within 30 days after receiving a transmittal from the director that identifies very high fire hazard severity zones, to make the information available for public review, as provided.
This bill, among other things, would also require the director to identify areas of the state as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones. The bill would modify the factors the director is required to use to identify areas into fire hazard severity zones, as provided. The bill would require a local agency to make this information available for public review and comment, as provided. By expanding the responsibility of a local agency, the bill would impose a statemandated local program.
This bill would also make conforming changes.
(2) Existing law requires a person who owns, leases, controls, operates, or maintains an occupied dwelling or structure in, upon, or adjoining a mountainous area, forest-covered land, brushcovered land, grass-covered land, or land that is covered with flammable material that is within a very high fire hazard severity zone, as designated by a local agency, or a building or structure in, upon, or adjoining those areas or lands within a state responsibility area, to maintain a defensible space of 100 feet from each side and from the front and rear of the structure, as specified. Existing law authorizes a greater distance than specified above on the specified land in a very high fire hazard severity zone. Existing law specifies that clearance beyond the property line may only be required if state law, local ordinance, rule, or regulation includes certain findings and specifies that clearance on adjacent property shall only be conducted following written consent by the adjacent landowner.
LRA Legislation Factsheet
Amended by Senate Bill No.63
Government Code 51178
The State Fire Marshal shall identify areas in the state as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones based on consistent statewide criteria and based on the severity of fire hazard that is expected to prevail in those areas. Moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones shall be based on fuel loading, slope, fire weather, and other relevant factors including areas where winds have been identified by the Office of the State Fire Marshal as a major cause of wildfire spread.
(Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 382, Sec. 2.5. (SB 63) Effective January 1, 2022.) Government Code 51178.5
Within 30 days after receiving a transmittal from the State Fire Marshal that identifies fire hazard severity zones pursuant to Section 51178, a local agency shall make the information available for public review and comment. The information shall be presented in a format that is understandable and accessible to the general public, including, but not limited to, maps. (Amended by Stats. 2021, Ch. 382, Sec. 3.5. (SB 63) Effective January 1, 2022.) LRA Legislation Factsheet
Assembly Bill No. 211
CHAPTER 574
An act to amend Sections 11891, 11893, 12581, 12996, 12998, 12999.4, and 12999.5 of, and to add Sections 12999.6 and 13001 to, the Food and Agricultural Code, to amend Section 51179 of the Government Code, to amend Sections 44274.10, 44274.11, 44274.12, 44274.13, and 44274.14 of the Health and Safety Code, to amend Sections 3113, 4799.05, 14503.5.1, 14538, 14549.2, 14581, 42052, and 42060 of, to add Sections 14537.5, 14548, 14555, and 21166.3 to, to add Part 5 (commencing with Section 75250) to Division 44 of, and to repeal Section 75250.1 of, the Public Resources Code, to amend Section 43152.6 of, and to amend and repeal Section 43152.10 of, the Revenue and Taxation Code, to amend Section 13198 of the Water Code, to amend the Budget Act of 2021 (Chapters 21, 69, and 240 of the Statutes of 2021) by amending Item 8570-002-0001 of Section
2.00 of that act, and to amend the Budget Act of 2021 (Chapter 44 of the Statutes of 2022) by amending Items 3540-101-0001 of Section 2.00 of that act, relating to public resources, and making an appropriation therefor, to take effect immediately, bill related to the budget. [Approved by Governor September 27, 2022. Filed with Secretary of State September 27, 2022.] AB 211, Committee on Budget. Public resources trailer bill. (2) Existing law requires the State Fire Marshal to identify areas of the state as moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones based on specified criteria. Existing law requires a local agency to designate, by ordinance, very high fire hazard severity zones in its jurisdiction within 120 days of receiving recommendations from the State Fire Marshal. Existing law authorizes a local agency, at its discretion, to include areas within the jurisdiction of the local agency, not identified as very high fire hazard severity zones by the State Fire Marshal, as very high fire hazard severity zones following a finding supported by substantial evidence, as provided.
This bill would additionally require a local agency to designate, by ordinance, moderate and high fire hazard severity zones within 120 days of receiving recommendations from the State Fire Marshal. By expanding the responsibility of a local agency, the bill would impose a statemandated local program. The bill would additionally authorize a local agency, at its discretion, to include areas within the jurisdiction of the local agency, not identified as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones by the State Fire Marshal, as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones, respectively. The bill would prohibit the local agency from decreasing the level of fire hazard severity zone as identified by the State Fire Marshal for any area within the jurisdiction of the local agency, as provided.
LRA Legislation Factsheet
Amended by Assembly Bill No. 211
Government Code 51179
(a) A local agency shall designate, by ordinance, moderate, high, and very high fire hazard severity zones in its jurisdiction within 120 days of receiving recommendations from the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Section 51178.
(b) (1) A local agency may, at its discretion, include areas within the jurisdiction of the local agency, not identified as very high fire hazard severity zones by the State Fire Marshal, as very high fire hazard severity zones following a finding supported by substantial evidence in the record that the requirements of Section 51182 are necessary for effective fire protection within the area.
(2) A local agency may, at its discretion, include areas within the jurisdiction of the local agency, not identified as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones by the State Fire Marshal, as moderate and high fire hazard severity zones, respectively. (3) A local agency shall not decrease the level of fire hazard severity zone as identified by the State Fire Marshal for any area within the jurisdiction of the local agency, and, in exercising its discretion pursuant to paragraph (2), may only increase the level of fire hazard severity zone as identified by the State Fire Marshal for any area within the jurisdiction of the local agency.
(c) The local agency shall transmit a copy of an ordinance adopted pursuant to subdivision (a) to the State Board of Forestry and Fire Protection within 30 days of adoption. (d) Changes made by a local agency to the recommendations made by the State Fire Marshal shall be final and shall not be rebuttable by the State Fire Marshal. (e) The State Fire Marshal shall prepare and adopt a model ordinance that provides for the establishment of very high fire hazard severity zones.
(f) Any ordinance adopted by a local agency pursuant to this section that substantially conforms to the model ordinance of the State Fire Marshal shall be presumed to be in compliance with the requirements of this section.
(g) A local agency shall post a notice at the office of the county recorder, county assessor, and county planning agency identifying the location of the map provided by the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Section 51178. If the agency amends the map, pursuant to subdivision (b) or (c) of this section, the notice shall instead identify the location of the amended map. (Amended by Stats. 2022, Ch. 574, Sec. 10. (AB 211) Effective September 27, 2022.) LRA Legislation Factsheet
Increasing Fire Hazard Severity Zone (FHSZ)
Area and Designation
Government Code section 51179 requires a local agency to designate, by ordinance, moderate, high, and very high FHSZ within 120 days of receiving the identified FHSZ’s from the State Fire Marshal pursuant to Section 51178.
The law does not allow for a local jurisdiction to request changes or provide comments to the State Fire Marshal on the FHSZ designations. However, a local agency may choose to increase the designation of a FHSZ from the FHSZ identified by the State Fire Marshal, or designate areas as having a FHSZ that were not designated in a FHSZ by the State Fire Marshal. This may occur because FHSZ zone edges in the maps and data from the State Fire Marshal are not aligned with parcel boundaries or roads that some may consider for lines of convenance when adopting ordinances. A local agency is not allowed to reduce the designation of a FHSZ classification from the State Fire Marshal (i.e. a local agency cannot make an area designated as High by the State Fire Marshal, Moderate in its adopted ordinance).
However, a local jurisdiction can increase the designation from the one identified by the State Fire Marshal. If a local agency decides to increase the designation of a FHSZ, it may do so if it does the following:
1. If increasing the designation to Very High, a local agency must make a finding supported by substantial evidence in the record that the requirements of Government Code section 51182 are necessary for effective fire protection.
2. If increasing the designation to Moderate or High, a local agency may do this at its discretion.
If a local agency decides to include areas in its FHSZ adopted ordinance not identified as being in a FHSZ by the State Fire Marshal, it may include those areas if it does the following:
1. If including areas not identified as being in a FHSZ and designating it as Very High, a local agency must make a finding supported by substantial evidence in the record that the requirements of Government Code section 51182 are necessary for effective fire protection.
2. If including areas not identified as being in a FHSZ and designating it as Moderate or High, a local agency may do this at its discretion.
LRA Legislation Factsheet
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.2
SECTION 10: PUBLIC HEARING
Meeting Date: June 10, 2025
Subject/ Title: Consolidated Landscaping & Lighting District 1) Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank, California, Amending and/or Approving the Engineer’s Report for the Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District; and the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments Related Thereto for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
2) Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank, California Ordering the Levy and Collection of Annual Assessments for the Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulatory Compliance Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolutions amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank annually levies and collects special assessments for landscape maintenance, capital improvements, and street lighting. The District is a consolidation of several landscape and lighting districts formed pursuant to the Landscape and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (“1972 Act”). Each of the original districts are identified as benefit zones within the Consolidted District. The various improvements and the expenses associated with each Zone are identified and budgeted independently and are levied annually persuant to the 1972 Act.
The Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3, Section 22622 of the 1972 Act. The report details the improvements and financial information including the district budgets and proposed annual assessments. The costs of improvements and the annual levy including
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all expenditures, deficits, surpluses, revenues, and reserves are assessed to each parcel within the District proportinate to the parcel’s special benefit zones. The attached resolutions represent the final steps in the annual levy of assessments on the district for fiscal year 2025/2026.
The Engineer’s Report represents 6 different Districts: Courtney Estates, South Bend Estates, Elmwood Estates, Chianti, Sterling Ridge, and Eastwood Estates. The annual assessments for the Consolidated Districts all increased except for South Bend Estates and Sterling Ridge. The annual increase for the other districts will cover the maintenance costs in the new Grover Landscaping Contract, and help cover tree trimming and unforeseen irrigation repairs.
Therefore, it is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolutions amending and/or approving the Engineer’s Report and ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
FY 24/25 FY 25/26 Change in Assessment
Courtney Estates $ 25.50 $ 35.70 $10.20
South Bend Estates $ 95.00 $ 95.00 $ 0.00
Elmwood Estates $ 30.16 $ 42.22 $12.06
Chianti $158.76 $198.45 $39.69
Sterling Ridge $141.98 $141.98 $ 0.00
Eastwood Estates $190.34 $247.44 $57.10
Costs for the district are paid through assessments upon property owners within the District; hence, there is no fiscal impact to the City.
ATTACHMENTS
1. (2) Resolutions
2. Engineer’s Annual Levy Report Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District Fiscal Year 2025/2026
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,
CALIFORNIA, ORDERING THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE RIVERBANK CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the City Council, desires to levy and collected annual assessments against parcels of land within said territory designated as “Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District” (hereafter referred to as the “District”) and the Zones therein for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the improvements and appurtenant facilities related thereto, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of California, beginning with Section 22500 (hereafter referred to as the “Act”); and, WHEREAS, the City Council did by previous resolutions initiate proceedings and declare its intention to levy and collected the annual assessments for the District for the purpose of operating, maintaining and servicing the improvements related thereto, pursuant to the Act; and,
WHEREAS, the Engineer selected by the City Council has prepared and filed with the City Clerk, and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council an Engineer’s Report that describes the District and assessments against parcels of land within the District for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, pursuant to the provisions of the Act; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council following notice duly given, has held a full and fair Public Hearing on June 10, 2025, regarding the District, the Engineer’s Report prepared in connection therewith, and considered all oral and written statements, protests and communications made or filed by interested persons regarding these matters, pursuant to the Act.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1 The City Council upon the conclusion of the noticed Public Hearing finds that a written majority protest does not exist, pursuant to the provisions of the Act (Chapter 2, Article 1, Sections 22593 and 22594).
ATTACHMENT 1
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CC Resolution 2025-
Section 2 The City Council desires to levy and collect assessments against parcels of land within the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026, to pay the costs and expenses of operating, maintaining and servicing the landscaping, lighting and appurtenant facilities located within public places within the District.
Section 3 The City Council has carefully reviewed and examined the Engineer’s Report in connection with the District, and the levy and collection of assessments.
Based upon its review (and amendments, as applicable) of the Engineer’s Report, a copy of which has been presented to the City Council and which has been filed with the City Clerk, the City Council hereby finds and determines that:
a. The territory of land within District will receive special benefits from the operation, maintenance and servicing of the landscaping, lighting and appurtenant facilities and improvements related thereto; and, b. The District includes all of the lands so benefited; and, c. The net amount to be assessed upon the lands within the District, in accordance with the proposed budget for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026 is apportioned by a formula and method which fairly distributes the net amount among all eligible parcels in proportion to the special benefits to be received by each parcel from the improvements and services and is satisfied that the assessments are levied without regard to property valuation.
Section 4 The City Council finds the assessments as outlined in the Engineer’s Report are in compliance with the provisions of California Constitution Article XIIID.
Section 5 The Engineer’s Report and assessments as presented to the City Council and on file in the office of the City Clerk are hereby confirmed as filed.
Section 6 The City Council hereby orders the District improvements to be made, which improvements are briefly described as the operation, administration, maintenance and servicing of all public landscaping and lighting improvements and appurtenant facilities and expenses associated with the District that were installed as part of property development within the District and that will be maintained by the City of Riverbank or their designee and all such maintenance, operation and servicing of the landscaping and lighting and all appurtenant facilities shall be performed pursuant to the "Act", namely:
• Landscaped slopes, entryways, or other landscaped areas directly associated with the properties within the District;
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• Parkway and perimeter landscaping adjacent to the District boundaries associated with the residential subdivision and dedicated and accepted by the City of Riverbank for maintenance;
• Public lighting facilities including street lighting, and landscape lighting within public areas;
• All appurtenant facilities, equipment, materials and utilities related to the aforementioned improvements.
Section 7 The City Clerk, or their designate, is hereby authorized and directed to file the levy with the County Auditor upon adoption of this Resolution pursuant to Chapter 4, Article 1, Section 22641 of the Act.
Section 8 The County Auditor of Stanislaus shall enter on the County Assessment Roll opposite each parcel of land the amount of levy, and such levies shall be collected at the same time and in the same manner as the County taxes are collected. After collection by the County, the net amount of the levy shall be paid to the City Treasurer.
Section 9 The City Treasurer shall deposit all money representing assessments collected by the County for the District to the credit of a fund for the “Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District”, and such money shall be expended only for the maintenance, operation and servicing of the landscaping and lighting improvements and appurtenant facilities as described in Section 6.
Section 10 The adoption of this Resolution constitutes the District levy for the Fiscal Year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 10
th day of June, 2025; motioned by , seconded by , and
upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
___________________________ __________________________
Gabriela Hernandez,CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA, AMENDING AND/OR APPROVING THE ENGINEER’S REPORT FOR THE RIVERBANK CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT;
AND THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF ANNUAL ASSESSMENTS RELATED THERETO FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES RESOLVE AS FOLLOWS:
WHEREAS, the City Council, pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code of California, beginning with Section 22500 (hereafter referred to as the “Act”), did by previous Resolution order the Engineer, Willdan Financial Services, to prepare and file a Report in connection with the “Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District” (hereafter referred to as the “District”), the Zones therein and the proposed levy and collection of annual assessments against parcels of land for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025 and ending June 30, 2026; and
WHEREAS, the Engineer has prepared and filed with the City Clerk of the City of Riverbank, California and the City Clerk has presented to the City Council such report entitled “Engineer’s Annual Levy Report for Riverbank Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District, Fiscal Year 2025/2026” as required by the Act; and WHEREAS, the City Council pursuant to the provisions of Chapter 2, Article 1, Section 22586 of said Act may approve the report, as filed, or may modify the report in any particular and approve it as modified; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has carefully examined and reviewed the Report as presented, considered all oral and written comments presented with respect to the District and Report at a noticed Public Hearing and has discussed any necessary or desired modifications to the Report.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY
THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE CONSOLIDATED LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1 The Report as presented or as modified, contains the following:
a. A Description of Improvements.
b. A Diagram of the District.
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c. The Method of Apportionment that details the method of calculating each parcel’s proportional special benefits and annual assessment. d. The Annual Budget (Costs and Expenses) and the resulting assessment (Levy per benefit unit) for the fiscal year. e. The District Roll containing the proposed Levy for each Assessor Parcel Number within the District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Section 2 The City Clerk is hereby directed to enter on the minutes of the City Council any and all modifications to the Report determined and approved by the City Council, and all such changes and/or modifications by reference are incorporated into the Engineer’s Report.
Section 3 The City Council is satisfied with the Engineer’s Report as presented or modified, each and all of the budget items and documents as set forth therein, and is satisfied that the annual assessments contained therein are consistent with the assessments approved by the property owners and spread in accordance with the special benefits received from the improvements pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIIID.
Section 4 The Report is hereby approved as submitted or modified and ordered to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection.
Section 5 The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution, and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation and approval of the Report as submitted or modified.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 10
th day of June, 2025; motioned by , seconded by , and
upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
___________________________ __________________________
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Engineer’s Report – Consolidated L&L for FY2025-26 City of Riverbank
Consolidated
Landscaping and Lighting District
2025/2026 ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT
Intent Meeting: May 27, 2025
Public Hearing: June 10, 2025
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
PART I - OVERVIEW 1
A. INTRODUCTION 1
B. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION 2
C. IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE 1972 ACT 3
PART II - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS 4
A. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE DISTRICT 4
B. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES 6 C. DISTRICT ZONES AND SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS 6
PART III - METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT 10
A. GENERAL 10
B. BENEFIT ANALYSIS 10
C. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY 12
PART IV - DISTRICT BUDGET FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026 14
PART V - DISTRICT BOUNDARY MAPS 15
PART VI — 2025/2026 ASSESSMENT ROLL 18
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PART I - OVERVIEW
A. INTRODUCTION
The City of Riverbank (“City”) annually levies and collects special assessments in order to maintain the improvements within the Consolidated Landscaping and Lighting District (“District”). The District is a consolidation of several landscape and lighting districts formed pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (the “1972 Act”). Each of the original districts is identified as benefit zones (“Zones”) within the Consolidated District. The various improvements and the expenses associated with each Zone are identified and budgeted independently and are levied annually pursuant to the 1972 Act.
This Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (“Report”) has been prepared in accordance with the provisions of Chapter 3, Section 22622 of the 1972 Act. This Report describes the District, all Zones and improvements therein, any annexations or other modifications to the District including any substantial changes to the improvements, the method of apportionment, the boundaries of the District, and financial information including the district budgets and proposed annual assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The proposed assessments are based on the historic and estimated costs to maintain the improvements that provide a direct and special benefit to properties within the District. The costs of improvements and the annual levy for each Zone include all expenditures, deficits, surpluses, revenues, and reserves. Each parcel is assessed proportionately for only those improvements provided and for which the parcel receives special benefits.
For the purposes of this Report, the word “parcel” refers to an individual property assigned its own Assessment Number by the County of Stanislaus Assessor’s Office. The County of Stanislaus Auditor/Controller uses Assessment Numbers and specific fund numbers to identify properties assessed for special district benefit assessments on the tax roll.
Pursuant to Chapter 3, beginning with Section 22620 of the 1972 Act the City Council shall conduct a noticed annual public hearing to consider all public comments and written protests regarding the District. Following the annual public hearing and review of the Engineer’s Annual Levy Report, the City Council may order amendments to the Report or confirm the Report as submitted. Following final approval of the Report and confirmation of the assessments contained therein, the City Council will by resolution: order the improvements to be made and confirm the levy and collection of assessments pursuant to Chapter 4, Article 1, beginning with Section 22640 of the 1972 Act. The assessment rates and method of apportionment described in this Report as approved or modified by the City Council defines the assessments to be applied to each parcel within the District for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
The assessments as approved will be submitted to the County Auditor/Controller to be included on the property tax roll for each parcel within the District and respective Zones.
If any parcel submitted for collection is identified by the County Auditor/Controller to be an invalid parcel number for the current fiscal year, a corrected parcel number and/or new City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 2 of 28 parcel numbers will be identified and resubmitted to the County. The assessment amount to be levied and collected for the resubmitted parcel or parcels shall be based on the method of apportionment and assessment rates contained in this Report as approved by the City Council.
B. APPLICABLE LEGISLATION
The District and the Zones therein have been formed and are annually levied pursuant to the 1972 Act, beginning with Section 22500. The assessments and methods of apportionment described in this Report utilize commonly accepted assessment engineering practices and have been calculated and proportionately spread to each parcel based on the special benefits received.
Compliance with the California Constitution
All assessments described in this Report and approved by the City Council are prepared in accordance with the 1972 Act and are in compliance with the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIIID (enacted by the passage of Proposition 218 in November 1996).
Pursuant to the California Constitution Article XIIID Section 5, certain assessments that were existing on July 1, 1997, the effective date of Article XIIID, are exempt from the substantive and procedural requirements of Article XIIID Section 4 and property owner balloting for the assessments is not required until such time that the assessments are increased. Specifically, the City determined that the improvements and the annual assessment for each of the Zones within the Consolidated District were part of the conditions of property development and approved by the original property owner (developer). As such, pursuant to Article XIIID Section 5(b), all the property owners approved the existing District assessments at the time the assessments were created (originally imposed pursuant to a 100% landowner petition). Therefore, the pre-existing assessment amounts (the maximum assessments identified in this Report) are exempt from the procedural requirements Article XIIID Section 4.
The proposed assessment for the current fiscal year may be less than or equal to the maximum assessment rate previously approved and adopted for the District. Any proposed assessment that exceeds the adjusted maximum assessment rate is considered an increased assessment. Although the current maximum assessment for each Zone within the District is identified as an exempt assessment pursuant to Article XIIID Section 5(b), it is recognized that these assessments may not be sufficient to cover the annual cost of providing the improvements in the future. In such cases, the revenue shortfall maybe funded by other revenue sources or an assessment increase may be proposed. Pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIID, all new or increased assessments (the incremental increase) are subject to both the substantive and procedural requirements of Article XIIID Section 4, including a property owner protest proceeding (property owner assessment balloting).
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 3 of 28 C. IMPROVEMENTS AUTHORIZED BY THE 1972 ACT
As applicable or may be applicable to this proposed District, the 1972 Act defines improvements to mean one or any combination of the following:
The installation or planting of landscaping.
The installation or construction of statuary, fountains, and other ornamental structures and facilities.
The installation or construction of public lighting facilities. The installation or construction of any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the foregoing or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof, including, but not limited to, grading, clearing, removal of debris, the installation or construction of curbs, gutters, walls, sidewalks, or paving, or water, irrigation, drainage, or electrical facilities.
The maintenance or servicing, or both, of any of the foregoing. The acquisition of any existing improvement otherwise authorized pursuant to this section.
Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:
The cost of preparation of the report, including plans, specifications, estimates, diagram, and assessment;
The costs of printing, advertising, and the publishing, posting and mailing of notices;
Compensation payable to the County for collection of assessments; Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services; Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and servicing of the improvements;
Any expenses incidental to the issuance of bonds or notes pursuant to Section 22662.5.
Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased assessment.
The 1972 Act defines "Maintain" or "maintenance" to mean furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, operation, and servicing of any improvement, including:
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 4 of 28 Repair, removal, or replacement of all or any part of any improvement. Providing for the life, growth, health, and beauty of landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing, or treating for disease or injury. The removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris, and other solid waste. The cleaning, sandblasting, and painting of walls and other improvements to remove or cover graffiti.
PART II - PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
The District provides for the continued maintenance and operation of landscaping and/or street lighting, and related services within the public right-of-ways for specific developments within the City.
The District is comprised of specific developments (residential tracts) that were originally formed as separate 1972 Act districts. The districts were formed to ensure the ongoing maintenance of local landscaping and lighting improvements associated with the residential subdivisions and installed as part of the development of properties within those subdivisions. These districts were later consolidated into this single District pursuant to Chapter 2 Article 2 Section 22605 (d) of the 1972 Act, with each of the original districts being identified as a Zone. Each of the Zones includes parcels that are associated with specific improvements and services that provide a special benefit to the properties. The total cost of providing the improvements within each Zone are equitably spread among only the benefiting parcels.
A. CHANGES OR MODIFICATIONS TO THE DISTRICT
Modifications to the District structure could include but are not limited to:
Substantial changes or expansion of the improvements provided; Substantial changes in the service provided;
Modifications or restructuring of the District or Zones including annexation or detachment of Zones or specific parcels;
Revisions in the method of apportionment;
Proposed new or increased assessments.
In Fiscal Year 2000/01, Zone 1 (Avery Estates) and Zone 4 (Sierra Vista Estates Unit 2) were detached from the Consolidated District.
Zone 1 was initially established within the District to provide landscaping and lighting improvements within a planned residential development known as Avery Estates. This development was to include a small eleven-unit residential City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 5 of 28 subdivision generally located south of Townsend Avenue and east of Terminal Avenue, directly south and adjacent to Reich Lane. This residential subdivision was not developed and the proposed improvements to be installed never materialized. The tentative tract map for this subdivision has expired and therefore the Zone was detached from the District.
Zone 4 was initially established within the District to provide landscaping and lighting improvements including street lighting, a drainage pond, and fencing within the development known as Sierra Vista Estates Unit 2. This development was to include a small ten-unit residential subdivision generally located south of Reich Lane, east of Terminal Avenue, north of Van Dusen Avenue, and west of Claus Road. This original residential subdivision was not completed as planned and only the street lighting improvements had been installed. On February 14, 2000, the City formed Landscaping and Lighting District No. 2000-01 (Sierra Vista Estates) that incorporated the original Sierra Vista Estates Unit 2 (Zone 4) as well as other properties. Concurrently with the formation of this new 1972 Act district, Zone 4 was detached from the Consolidated District.
In Fiscal Year 2005/06, three zones were added, Zone 6 (Chianti), Zone 7 (Sterling Ridge) and Zone 8 (Eastwood Estates).
Zone 6 - The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of median landscaping, certain perimeter landscaping, and street lighting improvements installed in connection with development of properties within the District known as the Chianti Subdivision.
Zone 7 - The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of median landscaping, certain perimeter landscaping, and street lighting improvements installed in connection with development of properties within the District known as Sterling Ridge.
Zone 8 - The purpose of the District is to ensure the ongoing maintenance, operation and servicing of median landscaping, certain perimeter landscaping, and street lighting improvements installed in connection with development of properties within the District known as Eastwood Estates.
In Fiscal Year 2011/12, 86 parcels in Elmwood Estates Unit 2 were added to Zone 5. Elmwood Estates Unit 2 — This residential tract encompasses an area located generally east of Roselle Avenue and north of the M.I.D. Main Canal at Rosebrook Drive and includes eighty-six (86) single-family residential lots. The parcels within this development are identified by the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Office as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 075-095-001-000 through 075-095-086-000. This development provides funding for the perimeter parkway landscaping and street lighting associated with the development.
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 6 of 28 B. GENERAL DESCRIPTION OF THE IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES Each Zone within the District consists of properties, subdivisions and developments that are clearly associated with the improvements maintained by the District. The parcels assessed for special benefits are all part of a development or subdivision that originally installed the improvements or are directly associated with the improvements by proximity and receive special benefits from those improvements.
The improvements within each Zone vary, but include specific street lighting facilities and/or landscaped areas associated with the properties within each Zone. The Improvements may include but are not limited to:
Landscape improvements within the parkways, entryways and other public rightof-ways or open space areas including street trees, turf, ground cover, shrubs, irrigation and drainage systems, entry monuments, and block walls or other fencing.
Street lighting improvements within or adjacent to the subdivisions and developments including electrical costs, maintenance, repair and replacement of the poles, lights, wires or other equipment associated with the street lights. Any appurtenant facilities, services or improvements directly associated with any of the foregoing improvements including incidental expenses.
All improvements within the District are maintained and serviced on a regular basis. The frequency and specific maintenance operations required within the District and each Zone are determined by City staff. The District assessments fund all necessary utilities, operations, services, administration and maintenance costs associated with the improvements. The annual costs of providing the improvements within each Zone are spread among all benefiting parcels in proportion to the benefits received. Only parcels that receive special benefits from the services and improvements are assessed. The expenditures and assessments set forth in this report are based upon the City’s estimate of the costs associated with the improvements in each Zone including all labor, personnel, equipment, materials and administrative expenses.
C. DISTRICT ZONES AND SPECIFIC IMPROVEMENTS
The location, boundaries and specific improvements provided within each Zone are described in this section. The determination and calculation of special benefit is discussed in the Method of Apportionment and the corresponding expenses, revenues and assessments are summarized in the budget for each Zone.
Zone 2 (Courtney Estates) — This Zone is generally located south of Patterson Road and west of Jackson Avenue at Courtney Court. This Zone includes twelve (12) residential parcels within the residential subdivision known as Courtney Estates, identified on Book 75 Page 43 of the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Parcel Maps.
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 7 of 28 The improvements maintained and serviced within Zone 2 include two (2) street lights installed as part of the residential development.
One (1) street light is located at the west end of Courtney Court (end of the cul-desac); One (1) street light is located at the entrance to the development on the northwest corner of Courtney Court and Jackson Avenue.
Zone 3 (South Bend Estates Units 1 and 2) — This Zone is generally located south of Patterson Road (State Highway 108) and generally north and east of the M.I.D. Main Canal. This Zone includes seventy-one (71) residential parcels within the subdivision known as South Bend Estates Units 1 and 2; identified on Book 74 Page 22 of the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Parcel Maps.
The improvements maintained and serviced within Zone 3 were installed as part of the residential development and include sixteen (16) street lights and approximately 1,310 linear feet of parkway landscaping.
Five (5) street lights are located on the perimeter of the development on the south side of Patterson Road;
The remaining eleven (11) street lights are located within the residential subdivision on Hot Springs Lane, Hot Springs Court, Sandy Ridge Drive, Red Rock Lane, Rock Creek Road, Clearwater Way and Rockypoint Way; Approximately 1,240 linear feet of parkway landscaping adjacent to the subdivision along the south side of Patterson Road (the entire length of the South Bend Estates Units 1 and 2 subdivisions);
Approximately 70 linear feet of parkway landscaping at the intersection of Red Rock Lane and Clearwater Way within the subdivision.
Zone 5 (Elmwood Estates Units 1 and 2) — This Zone is located generally east of Roselle Avenue and north of the M.I.D. Main Canal at Rosebrook Drive. This Zone includes one hundred seventy-eight (178) residential parcels within the subdivision known as Elmwood Estates Units 1 and 2, identified on Book 75 Page 49 of the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Parcel Maps and Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 075-095-001-000 through 075-095-086-000.
The improvements maintained and serviced within Zone 5 were installed as part of the residential development and include ten (10) street lights and approximately 830 linear feet of parkway landscaping associated with the Elmwood Estates Unit 1 development and ten (10) street lights associated with the Elmwood Estates Unit 2 development. One (1) street light is located on the perimeter of the development at the northeast corner of Roselle Avenue and Rosebrook Drive;
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 8 of 28 The remaining nine (9) street lights are locate within the residential subdivision on Greenoaks Court, Aspen Court, Rosebrook Drive, Greenoaks Drive and Aspen Lane;
Approximately 830 linear feet of parkway landscaping adjacent to the subdivision along the east side of Roselle Avenue (the entire length of the Elmwood Estates Unit 1 subdivision).
Ten (10) street lights are located within the residential subdivision Unit 2 on South Rosebrook Drive, Pierce Lane, Walnut Lane and Sutton Road; Zone 6 (Chianti Subdivision Unit 1) – The Tract encompasses the area of land identified by the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Office as Assessor’s Parcel Number 075-031-035 (2.816 acres) located west of Roselle Avenue and south of Morrill Road. It is proposed to include 13 Single-Family Residential lots at full development. The Improvements serviced and maintained within Zone 6 consist of 2,205 square feet of landscaping along Roselle Avenue and three (3) 150W street lights on Caviani Court.
Zone 7 (Sterling Ridge Unit 1) – The Tract encompasses the area of land identified by the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Office as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 075-015-010, 075-015-017, 075-015-021, and 075-020-006 (46.1 acres) located east of Roselle Avenue, between Talbot Avenue and Pocket Avenue. It is proposed to include 183 SingleFamily Residential lots at full development. The Improvements serviced and maintained within Zone 7 consist of 111,589 square feet of perimeter landscaping along Litt Road south of Pocket Avenue and extending to the southern border of the development. In addition, thirty-three (33) 150W street lights are located throughout the Tract;
Installation of tables, trees and other park improvements at Harless Park.
Zone 8 (Eastwood Estates Unit 1) – The Tract encompasses the area of land identified by the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Office as Assessor’s Parcel Numbers 074-018-052 and 074-018-055 through 074-018-060, located west of Oakdale Road Street between Candlewood Place and Karen Alane Way. The Assessor Parcel Numbers represent 7 Single Family Residential lots.
The Improvements serviced and maintained within Zone 8 consist of 800 square feet of landscaping along the west side of Oakdale Road south of Raintree Lane and north of Cherry Tree Lane. In addition, there are two (2) 150W street lights on Leo Court.
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 9 of 28 The table below lists the various Zones within the District and summarizes the number of parcels, the Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDU) and the improvements within each Zone:
Benefit Zones
Zone Description Parcels EDU Lights Landscape
2 Courtney Estates 12 12 2 0 LF
3 South Bend Units 1 & 2 71 71 16 1,310 LF
5 Elmwood Estates Units 1 & 2 178 178 20 830 LF
6 Chianti Subdivision 13 13 3 2,205 SF
7 Sterling Ridge 183 183 33 111,589 SF
8 Eastwood Estates 7 7 2 800 SF
Number of Improvements
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PART III - METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
A. GENERAL
The 1972 Act permits the establishment of assessment districts by agencies for the purpose of providing certain public improvements which include the construction, maintenance and servicing of public lights, landscaping and appurtenant facilities. The 1972 Act further requires that the cost of these improvements be levied according to benefit rather than assessed value:
“The net amount to be assessed upon lands within an assessment district may be apportioned by any formula or method which fairly distributes the net amount among all assessable lots or parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such lot or parcel from the improvements.”
The formula used for calculating assessments in each Zone of the District therefore reflects the composition of the parcels, and the improvements and services provided, to fairly apportion the costs based on estimated benefit to each parcel.
In addition, pursuant to the California Constitution Article XIIID Section 4 (with some exceptions), a parcel’s assessment may not exceed the reasonable cost of the proportional special benefit conferred on that parcel and provides that only special benefits are assessable and the District must separate the general benefits from the special benefits.
B. BENEFIT ANALYSIS
Each of the improvements and their associated costs have been carefully reviewed by the City and the corresponding assessments have been proportionately spread to each parcel based on special benefits received from the improvements. The installation of the improvements and approval of an annual assessment were part of the conditions of property development and approved by the original property owner (developer). As such, pursuant to the California Constitution Article XIIID Section 5(b), the maximum assessment amounts identified in this Report were approved by all the property owners at the time the assessments were created (originally imposed pursuant to a 100% landowner petition). Therefore, the existing assessment amount for each Zone is not subject to the procedural requirements of Article XIIID Section 4 (property owner ballot proceedings). Although the current assessments do not require additional property owner approval, the improvements within each Zone clearly provide a special benefit to the parcels assessed and therefore, the existing assessments are in compliance with the substantive requirements of Article XIIID Section 4.
Special Benefits — The method of apportionment (assessment methodology) is based on the premise that each of the assessed parcels within the District and Zones receives benefit from the improvements maintained and financed by annual assessments.
Specifically, the assessments associated with each Zone are for the maintenance of local landscaping and/or street lighting within the Zones. The desirability and security of City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 11 of 28 properties within each Zone are enhanced by the presence of street lighting and wellmaintained landscaping in close proximity to those properties.
The special benefits associated with the local landscaping improvements are specifically:
Enhanced desirability of properties through association with the improvements. Improved aesthetic appeal of properties within the Zones providing a positive representation of the area.
Enhanced adaptation of the urban environment within the natural environment from adequate green space and landscaping.
Environmental enhancement through improved erosion resistance, and dust and debris control.
Increased sense of pride in ownership of property within the District resulting from well-maintained improvements associated with the properties. Reduced criminal activity and property-related crimes (especially vandalism) against properties in the District through well-maintained surroundings and amenities including abatement of graffiti.
Enhanced environmental quality of the parcels within the Zones by moderating temperatures, providing oxygenation and attenuating noise.
The special benefits of street lighting are the convenience, safety, and security of property, improvements, and goods. Specifically:
Enhanced deterrence of crime and the aid to police protection. Increased nighttime safety on roads and highways.
Improved ability of pedestrians and motorists to see. Improved ingress and egress to property.
Reduced vandalism and other criminal acts and damage to improvements or property.
Improved traffic circulation and reduced nighttime accidents and personal property loss.
Increased promotion of business during nighttime hours in the case of commercial properties.
All of the preceding special benefits contribute to a specific enhancement and desirability of each of the assessed parcels within the District.
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 12 of 28 General Benefits – The Zone improvements to be provided and maintained by the District are a direct result of property development within the Zones and would otherwise not be required or necessary. Developers typically install local improvements to enhance the marketability and value of properties within the development and/or as conditions of development. In either case, the improvements are clearly installed for the benefit of the Zone properties being developed and not for the benefit of surrounding properties outside the District boundaries. Although the Zone improvements (by virtue of their location) may be visible to surrounding properties, any benefit to surrounding properties is incidental and cannot be considered a direct and special benefit. Furthermore, most developments within the City typically have various landscaping and lighting improvements specifically associated with their development and these improvements are funded by properties within those developments. Therefore, it has been determined that the Zone improvements and the on-going operation and maintenance of those improvements provide no identifiable or measurable general benefit to properties outside the District Zones or to the public at large.
C. ASSESSMENT METHODOLOGY
Equivalent Dwelling Units: To assess benefits equitably, it is necessary to correlate the different type of parcels within the District to each other as well as their relationship to the improvements. The Equivalent Dwelling Unit method of apportioning benefit is typically seen as the most appropriate and equitable assessment methodology for districts formed under the 1972 Act, as the benefit to each parcel from the improvements are typically apportioned as a function of land use type, size and development.
The Equivalent Dwelling Unit method of assessment apportionment uses the single family home site as the basic unit of assessment. A single family home site equals one Equivalent Dwelling Unit (EDU). Every other land use is converted to EDU’s based on an assessment formula that equates the property’s specific development status, type of development (land use), and size of the property, as compared to a single-family home site. Although the EDU method of apportionment is an appropriate method of calculating each parcel’s benefit and assessment, it should be noted that all properties within this District are identified as single family home sites and therefore benefit equally from the improvements provided in each respective Zone. Therefore, each parcel is assigned 1.0 EDU and the costs associated with each Zone are actually spread equally among all benefiting parcels within that Zone.
The following formulas are used to calculate the annual assessments for each Zone. The Balance to Levy represents the total amount to be collected through the annual assessments. The Levy Per EDU (Assessment Rate) is the result of dividing the total Balance to Levy by the Total EDU. This Assessment Rate multiplied by each parcel’s individual EDU determines each parcel’s levy amount. This process and formulas are applied separately to each Zone.
For Zone 6 Chianti, Zone 7 Sterling Ridge, and Zone 8 Eastwood Estates, the Maximum Assessment is equal to the Initial Assessment approved by property owners adjusted annually by the percentage increase of the Local Consumer Price Index (CPI) for the San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward Area for All Urban Consumers. Beginning in the second City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 13 of 28 fiscal year of the District and each fiscal year thereafter, the Maximum Assessment will be recalculated and a new Maximum Assessment established. The CPI used to calculate the Maximum Assessment for FY 2025/26 is 2.69%.
Total Balance to Levy / Total EDU in Zone = Levy per EDU (Assessment Rate) Assessment Rate x Parcel’s EDU = Parcel’s Levy Amount
Or more simply stated, since all Zone parcels are 1 EDU:
Total Balance to Levy / Total Assessable Parcels in Zone = Parcel Levy Amount
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Zone No. 2 Zone No. 3 Zone No. 5 Zone No. 6 Zone No. 7 Zone No. 8 Courtney South Bend Elmwood Chianti Sterling Eastwood
Estates Estates Estates Ridge Estates District
Units 1 & 2 Units 1 & 2 Unit 1 Unit 1 Unit 1 Totals
DIRECT COSTS
Landscape Maintenance $0 $6,720 $2,760 $2,520 $6,420 $2,520 $20,940 Landscape Utilities 0 0
Utilities 240 1,300 3,000 400 6,000 240 11,180
Repairs/Abatement 0 0 0 0 7,000 0 7,000
Street Lighting 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Street Light Utilities 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Miscellaneous/Materials/Equipment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Direct Costs (Subtotal) $240 $8,020 $5,760 $2,920 $19,420 $2,760 $39,120
ADMINISTRATION COSTS
City Administration & Overhead $0 $700 $340 $260 $2,500 $0 $3,800 District Administration 74 441 1,105 81 1,136 43 2,879
County Administration Fee 3 15 37 3 38 1 97
Administration Costs (Subtotal) $77 $1,155 $1,482 $343 $3,674 $45 $6,776
LEVY BREAKDOWN
Total Direct and Admin. Costs $317 $9,175 $7,242 $3,263 $23,094 $2,805 $45,896 Reserve Collection/ (Transfers) 111 (2,430) 274 (684) 2,889 (1,073) (913) Contribution Replenishment 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Other Revenues/General Fund Contribution 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Capital Improvement Project Fund Collection/(Transfers) 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Balance to Levy $428 $6,745 $7,516 $2,580 $25,982 $1,732 $44,984
DISTRICT STATISTICS
Total Parcels 12 71 178 13 188 7 469
Total Parcels Levied 12 71 178 13 183 7 464
Total Equivalent Dwelling Units (EDU) 12.00 71.00 178.00 13.00 183.00 7.00 464.00 Levy Per EDU $35.70 $95.00 $42.22 $198.46 $141.98 $247.44 Maximum Levy per EDU $42.64 $95.00 $59.60 $209.28 $382.88 $297.95
FUND BALANCE INFORMATION
Beginning Reserve Fund Balance ($1,083) ($17,048) ($18,996) ($6,520) $109,484 ($4,378) $61,459 Reseve Fund Activity 111 (2,430) 274 (684) 2,889 (1,073) (913) Ending Reserve Fund Balance (Projected) ($971) ($19,478) ($18,722) ($7,204) $112,373 ($5,451) $60,546 Beginning Capital Improvement Project Fund $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 Capital Improvement Project Fund Activity 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 Ending Capital Improvement Project Fund $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 $0 City of Riverbank
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PART V - DISTRICT BOUNDARY MAPS
The original assessment diagrams and tract maps for the District were previously approved and submitted to the City in the format required by the 1972 Act. These diagrams are on file in the Office of the City Clerk and by reference are made part of this Report.
The boundaries for each Zone within the District are identified by the specific development and subdivisions associated with each Zone and defined by the subdivision boundaries shown on the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Maps. The parcel identification, lines, and dimensions of each parcel within the District and Zone are those lines and dimensions shown on the Stanislaus County Assessor’s Maps of for the year in which this Report was prepared and by reference are incorporated and made part of this Report.
The following pages are reproductions of the County Assessor’s Parcel Maps associated with each subdivision and Zone.
City of Riverbank
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City of Riverbank
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2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 18 of 28 PART VI — 2025/2026 ASSESSMENT ROLL
Parcel identification, for each lot or parcel within the District, shall be the parcel as shown on the Stanislaus County Assessor's map for the year in which this Report is prepared.
A listing of parcels assessed within this District, along with the assessment amounts, is included on the following pages. If any parcel submitted for collection is identified by the County Auditor/Controller to be an invalid parcel number for the current fiscal year, a corrected parcel number and/or new parcel numbers will be identified and resubmitted to the County Auditor/Controller. The assessment amount to be levied and collected for the resubmitted parcel or parcels shall be based on the method of apportionment and assessment rate approved in this Report. Therefore, if a single parcel has changed to multiple parcels, the assessment amount applied to each of the new parcels shall be recalculated and applied according to the approved method of apportionment and assessment rate rather than a proportionate share of the original assessment.
Non-assessable lots or parcels include areas of public streets and other roadways (typically not assigned an APN by the County); dedicated public easements, open space areas and rights-of-ways including public greenbelts and parkways; utility right-of-ways; common areas; landlocked parcels, small parcels vacated by the County, bifurcated lots, and any other property that cannot be developed or has specific development restrictions.
These types of parcels are considered to receive little or no benefit from the improvements and are therefore exempted from assessment.
City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 19 of 28 APN EDUs Zone Charge
075-043-056-000 1.00 2 $35.70
075-043-057-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-058-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-059-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-060-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-061-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-062-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-063-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-064-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-065-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-066-000 1.00 2 35.70
075-043-067-000 1.00 2 35.70
Total: 12.00 $428.40
074-022-001-000 1.00 3 $95.00
074-022-002-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-003-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-004-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-005-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-006-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-007-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-008-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-009-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-010-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-011-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-012-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-013-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-014-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-015-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-016-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-017-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-018-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-019-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-020-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-021-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-022-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-023-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-024-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-025-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-026-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-029-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-030-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-031-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-032-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-033-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-034-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-035-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-036-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-037-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-038-000 1.00 3 95.00
City of Riverbank
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074-022-039-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-040-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-041-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-042-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-043-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-044-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-045-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-046-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-047-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-048-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-049-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-050-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-051-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-052-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-053-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-054-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-055-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-056-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-057-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-058-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-059-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-060-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-061-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-062-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-063-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-064-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-065-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-066-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-067-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-068-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-069-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-070-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-075-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-076-000 1.00 3 95.00
074-022-077-000 1.00 3 95.00
Total: 71.00 $6,745.00
075-049-001-000 1.00 5 $42.22
075-049-002-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-003-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-004-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-005-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-006-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-007-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-008-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-009-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-010-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-011-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-012-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-013-000 1.00 5 42.22
City of Riverbank
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075-049-014-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-015-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-016-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-017-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-018-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-019-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-020-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-021-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-022-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-023-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-024-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-025-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-026-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-027-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-028-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-029-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-030-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-031-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-032-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-033-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-034-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-035-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-036-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-037-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-038-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-039-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-040-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-041-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-042-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-043-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-044-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-045-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-046-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-047-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-048-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-049-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-050-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-051-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-052-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-053-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-054-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-055-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-056-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-057-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-058-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-059-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-060-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-061-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-062-000 1.00 5 42.22
City of Riverbank
2025/2026 Consolidated Lighting and Landscape District Page 22 of 28 APN EDUs Zone Charge
075-049-063-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-064-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-065-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-066-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-067-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-068-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-069-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-070-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-071-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-072-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-073-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-074-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-075-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-076-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-077-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-078-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-079-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-080-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-081-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-082-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-083-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-084-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-085-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-086-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-087-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-088-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-089-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-090-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-091-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-049-092-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-001-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-002-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-003-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-004-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-005-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-006-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-007-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-008-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-009-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-010-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-011-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-012-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-013-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-014-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-015-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-016-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-017-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-018-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-019-000 1.00 5 42.22
City of Riverbank
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075-095-020-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-021-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-022-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-023-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-024-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-025-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-026-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-027-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-028-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-029-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-030-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-031-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-032-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-033-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-034-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-035-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-036-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-037-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-038-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-039-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-040-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-041-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-042-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-043-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-044-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-045-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-046-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-047-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-048-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-049-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-050-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-051-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-052-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-053-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-054-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-055-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-056-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-057-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-058-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-059-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-060-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-061-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-062-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-063-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-064-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-065-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-066-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-067-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-068-000 1.00 5 42.22
City of Riverbank
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075-095-069-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-070-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-071-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-072-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-073-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-074-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-075-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-076-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-077-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-078-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-079-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-080-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-081-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-082-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-083-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-084-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-085-000 1.00 5 42.22
075-095-086-000 1.00 5 42.22
Total: 178.00 $7,515.16
075-031-036-000 1.00 6 $198.46
075-031-037-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-038-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-039-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-040-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-041-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-042-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-043-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-044-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-045-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-046-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-047-000 1.00 6 198.46
075-031-048-000 1.00 6 198.46
Total: 13.00 $2,579.98
075-088-001-000 1.00 7 $141.98
075-088-002-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-003-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-004-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-005-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-006-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-007-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-008-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-009-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-010-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-011-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-012-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-013-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-014-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-015-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-016-000 1.00 7 141.98
City of Riverbank
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075-088-017-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-018-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-019-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-020-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-021-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-022-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-023-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-024-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-025-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-026-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-027-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-028-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-029-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-030-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-031-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-032-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-033-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-034-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-035-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-036-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-037-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-038-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-039-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-040-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-041-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-042-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-043-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-044-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-045-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-046-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-047-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-048-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-049-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-050-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-051-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-052-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-053-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-054-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-055-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-056-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-057-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-058-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-059-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-060-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-061-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-062-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-088-063-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-001-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-002-000 1.00 7 141.98
City of Riverbank
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075-089-003-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-004-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-005-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-006-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-007-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-008-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-009-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-010-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-011-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-012-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-013-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-014-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-015-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-016-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-017-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-018-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-019-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-020-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-021-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-022-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-023-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-024-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-025-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-026-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-027-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-028-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-029-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-030-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-031-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-032-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-033-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-034-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-035-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-036-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-037-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-038-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-039-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-040-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-041-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-042-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-043-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-044-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-045-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-046-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-047-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-048-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-049-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-050-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-051-000 1.00 7 141.98
City of Riverbank
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075-089-052-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-053-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-054-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-055-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-056-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-057-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-089-058-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-001-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-002-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-003-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-004-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-005-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-006-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-007-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-008-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-009-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-010-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-011-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-012-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-013-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-014-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-015-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-016-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-017-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-018-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-019-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-020-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-021-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-022-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-023-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-024-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-025-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-026-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-027-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-028-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-029-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-030-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-031-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-032-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-033-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-034-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-035-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-036-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-037-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-038-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-039-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-040-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-041-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-042-000 1.00 7 141.98
City of Riverbank
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075-090-043-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-044-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-045-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-046-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-047-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-048-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-049-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-050-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-051-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-052-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-053-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-054-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-055-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-056-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-057-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-058-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-059-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-060-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-061-000 1.00 7 141.98
075-090-063-000 1.00 7 141.98
Total: 183.00 $25,982.34
074-018-052-000 1.00 8 $247.44
074-018-055-000 1.00 8 247.44
074-018-056-000 1.00 8 247.44
074-018-057-000 1.00 8 247.44
074-018-058-000 1.00 8 247.44
074-018-059-000 1.00 8 247.44
074-018-060-000 1.00 8 247.44
Total: 7.00 $1,732.08
*Totals may differ from budget due to rounding.