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, JULY 22, 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- National Health Center Week- August 3-9, 2025- It is recommended that the City Council read the Proclamation for National Health Center Week August 3-9, 2025; and present to Golden Valley Health Centers.
Item 7.2 Presentation- City of Riverbank Parks & Recreation Department- It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation about the City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department.
Item 7.3 Presentation-RPS Overview – Presentation by Ed Ridenour, Chief of Police.-It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Chief Ridenour on the history and structure of Riverbank Police Services.
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.
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 July 22 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-077 Next Ordinance: 2025-002 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-003 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
Refer to the last page of this agenda for the Public Comment Procedures via ZOOM.
IN PERSON COMMENTS
PLEASE FILL OUT A COMMENT CARD AND RETURN TO THE CITY CLERK
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 June 24, 2025 and Joint City Council-Planning Commission Special Meeting Minutes of July 9, 2025
Item 9.3 Authorization for Out of State Travel to have Finance Staff Attend the Caselle Training in Provo, UT
Item 9.4 Resolution to Approve Amendment #1 of the Memorandum of Understanding with Stanislaus County to Host Library Operations at the Teen Center during Renovation of the Riverbank Public Library.
Item 9.5 Resolution to Approve the Application for the Land and Water Conservation Fund Riverbank Sports Complex Expansion Project.
Item 9.6 Resolution to Award a Civil Engineering Services Contract to MCR Engineering to Perform General Municipal Engineering Services for the City of Riverbank and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Said Contract Item 9.7 Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank Declaring Its Intention to Annex Territory to a Community Facilities District and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes Therein, the City of Riverbank CFD No. 2016-1 (Public Services) Annexation No. 3.
Item 9.8 Resolution to Award Bid for the Silverock Road Overlay Project between Patterson Road and Oakdale Road to Dirt Dynasty, Inc. and Authorize Execution of Future Change Orders.
Item 9.9 Resolution to approve a Subdivision Improvement Agreement for the Heritage II with Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement.
Item 9.10 Resolution to approve a Final Map for the Heritage II Subdivision at 6648 Clauds Road – APN: 062-039-048
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda July 22 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-077 Next Ordinance: 2025-002 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-003 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
10. PUBLIC HEARING
The Notice for Items 10.1 & 10.2 was published on 07/02/2025 in the Riverbank Newspaper.
Item 10.1 Resolution Authorizing the Application and Amending the PLHA Program Plan for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program- It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a Resolution to amend the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Formula Allocation Plan originally approved in July 2020, and subsequently amended in 2021 and 2024.
Item 10.2 Public Hearing for Proposed Solid Waste Rate Increase. - It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a resolution approving a 1.3% Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase in rates for solid waste disposal services pursuant to the executed franchise agreement with Gilton Solid Waste, Inc.
11. NEW BUSINESS
Item 11.1 Direction on the Proposed Use of the Interim/Permanent Supportive Housing Funds Provided by Senator Eggman- It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff regarding the use of the funds granted to the City by Senator Eggman as part of the 2021-2022 State of California Budget bill.
Item 11.2 Designation and appointment of a Primary and Alternate Member to the City Youth Council; nomination of community members to serve in the Youth Council Interview Panel; and Resolution setting the meeting stipend for Youth Council Members- Staff recommends the City Council:1.) Appoint a Primary and Alternate Councilmember to the Youth Council 2.) Request that each Councilmember nominate one community member to serve on the Youth Council Interview Panel; and
3.) Approve a Resolution setting the meeting stipend for Youth Council Members
Item 11.3 Designation of a Voting Delegate and Alternate(s) to Represent the City During the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting-It is recommended that City Council designate a member of the Council as the Voting Delegate, plus one or two alternates. The voting delegate will participate in the Annual Business Meeting during their attendance at the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, to be held in Long Beach on October 8-10, 2025, and will represent the City during the consideration of resolutions that establish Cal Cities policy. The City Council is to ratify the designations by roll call vote.
12. COUNCIL REFERRALS
Item 12.1 City Flag- It is recommended that Council receive a presentation from Councilmember District 1, Luis Uribe regarding the City Flag.
City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda July 22 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-077 Next Ordinance: 2025-002 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-003 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 12.2 Adopt a Storm Drain- It is recommended that Council receive a presentation from Mayor Hernandez regarding an Adopt a Spot Storm Drain Program.
13. 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 13.1 Staff
Item 13.2 Council/Authority Member
Item 13.3 Mayor/Chair
14. 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 14.1 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Miscellaneous Employees Item 14.2 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Mid-Management Employee Association
Item 14.3 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 14.4 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
Item 14.5 PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957(b)(1))
Title: City Manager
15. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Item 15.1 Report from 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 City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda July 22 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-077 Next Ordinance: 2025-002 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-003 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
Item 15.2 Report from Item 14.2
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Mid-Management Employee Association
Item 15.3 Report from Item 14.3
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 15.4 Report from Item 14.4
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
Item 15.5 Report from Item 14.5
PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957(b)(1))
Title: City Manager
16. ADJOURNMENT
The August 12th Council Meeting is Canceled
The Next Regular City Council Meeting will be on: Tuesday, August 26th, 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 17th Day of 2025 /s/Gabriela Hernandez, CMC, City Clerk City Council and LRA Board Meetings Agenda July 22 2025 Next City Council Resolution: 2025-077 Next Ordinance: 2025-002 Next Local Redevelopment Authority Board Resolution 2025-003 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
ADA COMPLIANCE STATEMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Governor’s Executive Order N-29-20, the City will make every effort to make reasonable modifications or accommodations from individuals with disabilities. Contact the Administration Dept. at (209) 863-7122 or the City Clerk at [email protected] at least (48) hours prior to the meeting to enable the City to make reasonable arrangements for accessibility.
NOTICE REGARDING NON-ENGLISH SPEAKERS
Pursuant to California Constitution Article III, Section IV, establishing English as the official language for the State of California, and in accordance with California Code of Civil Procedures Section 185, which requires proceedings before any State Court to be in English, notice is hereby given that all proceedings before the City of Riverbank City Council/LRA Board shall be in English and anyone wishing to address the Council is required to have a translator present who will take an oath to make an accurate translation from any language not English into the English language.
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Item 7.1 – CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO.7.1
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Proclamation –National Health Center Week August 3-9, 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 National Health Center Week August 3-9, 2025; and present to Golden Valley Health Centers.
SUMMARY
National Health Center Week is an opportunity to highlight the commitment and passion of Community Health Center staff, board members, and supporters who make it possible to provide quality, comprehensive healthcare services to more than 32.5 million patients across nearly 16,000 communities annually.
Golden Valley Health Centers is a fully accredited FQHC (Federally Qualified Health Center) offering quality medical, dental, behavioral health, vision, urgent care and schoolbased health centers. They are able to provide these services because they are funded by federal monies, grants specifically for the care of low-income and homeless patients, insurance reimbursement for care, and donations. With this funding, they have 45 health centers in Merced, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin Counties, including four school-based health centers, two freestanding women’s health centers, twelve dental clinics, and two homeless healthcare programs.
Golden Valley Health Centers believes everyone should have access to affordable health care. For over 50 years, they have made this possible to communities across the Central Valley. Their mission is to improve the health of patients by providing quality, primary health care services regardless of language, financial or cultural barriers.
BACKGROUND
In September 1972, Golden Valley Health Centers began as a small Migrant Health Services program connected to Merced General Hospital. Since that time, Golden Valley
Item 7.1 – CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
Health Centers has expanded to meet community needs across Merced, Stanislaus, and San Joaquin counties. They are now serving nearly 150,000 patients each year through 45 clinical locations in the region. Early on it was clear that demand for primary care surpassed what the Center could provide out of the small clinic in Merced, and rapid expansion began. In 1998 they began a homeless healthcare program at the Modesto Inn to provide free medical services to Stanislaus County’s homeless population. Golden Valley Health Centers has prioritized Women’s Health and other specialty services have been adopted, such as optometry, podiatry, and behavioral health to improve an array of health outcomes for residents.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
ATTACHMENT
1. Proclamation
WHEREAS, for over 60 years, Community Health Centers have provided high-quality, affordable, comprehensive primary and preventive health care in our nation’s medically underserved communities, delivering value to, and having a significant impact on America’s health care system.
WHEREAS, Community Health Centers are a critical element of the health system, serving rural, suburban, frontier, and urban populations, and often providing the only accessible and dependable source of primary care in their communities. Nationwide, Community Health Centers serve one in every five residents of rural areas.
WHEREAS, every day, Community Health Centers develop new approaches to integrating a wide range of services beyond primary care, including oral health, vision, behavioral health, and pharmacy services, to meet the needs and challenges of their communities. Health centers have more than doubled their behavioral health workforce in the last decade to meet Americans’ growing need for behavioral health services.
WHEREAS, Community Health Centers are governed by patientmajority boards, ensuring that patients are engaged in their own health care decisions.
WHEREAS, during National Health Center Week, we celebrate the legacy of America’s Community Health Centers, and their vital role in shaping the past, present, and future of America’s health care system.
NOW, THEREFORE, LET IT BE PROCLAIMED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank that August 3
rd-9th 2025 is National Health Center Week
within the City of Riverbank. I encourage all Riverbank residents to take part in this week by visiting their local health center and celebrating the important partnership between America’s Community Health Centers and the communities they serve.
July 22,2025 _____________________________
Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
Riverbank City Council:
District 1 – Luis Uribe, District 3 - John Pimentel, District 4 – Stacy Call, District 2 – Vice Mayor Cindy Fosi - Mayor Rachel Hernandez
CITY OF RIVERBANK
Proclamation
NATIONAL HEALTH CENTER WEEK
August 3rd – 9th 2025
ATTACHMENT 1
Item 7.2– CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.2
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Presentation- City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Director of Parks and Recreation
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation about the City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department.
SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department will provide a comprehensive presentation to City Council highlighting the department’s operations, management, goals, and achievements. The presentation will serve as an overview of how the department serves the Riverbank community through recreation programs, special events, park services, and facility management. Key topics will include:
• Department Operations and Structure: Overview of staffing, divisions, and key responsibilities across recreation, parks, building maintenance, and administration.
• Management and Leadership Approach: Discussion of how the department oversees seasonal staff, program delivery, event planning, and partnerships with outside agencies.
• Department Goals and Vision: Presentation of short- and long-term goals that align with City priorities, including expanding access to recreation, improving facilities, and enhancing community engagement.
• Major Accomplishments (Past Year): Highlights of successful programs, events, capital improvements, certifications earned, and milestones achieved in the past year.
• Upcoming Initiatives: A look ahead at planned projects, new or expanded services, strategic initiatives, and efforts to ensure long-term financial and operational sustainability.
Item 7.2– CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
The presentation is intended to inform and engage Council on the department’s work and strategic direction, while celebrating progress made and identifying key opportunities for the future.
BACKGROUND
The City of Riverbank Parks and Recreation Department plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for Riverbank residents by providing safe, inclusive, and engaging parks, programs, events, and facilities. Over the past year, the department has continued to grow in both scope and impact, serving thousands of community members through a diverse range of recreational opportunities and public services.
As part of its commitment to transparency and continuous improvement, the department will be presenting an overview to the City Council that covers its organizational structure, daily operations, recent achievements, and future goals. This annual update aims to provide Council with a clear understanding of how the department functions, how resources are utilized, and how its work supports the broader goals of the city.
The presentation will include:
• Organizational Overview: A breakdown of staff roles, seasonal and full-time team members, and the range of services provided across aquatics, recreation programs, special events, park maintenance, facility rentals, and building maintenance.
• Operations and Management: Insight into how the department manages its programs and facilities, oversees contracts and partnerships, recruits and trains staff, and maintains public parks and open space.
• Strategic Goals and Vision: An outline of the department’s mission, long-term planning efforts, and alignment with City priorities such as equity, sustainability, and community health.
• Highlights and Accomplishments: A summary of key initiatives from the past year, including successful events (e.g., Cheese & Wine Festival, Summer Swim Program, Holiday Events), facility upgrades, grant applications, new sponsorships, and program growth.
• Future Plans and Priorities: A preview of upcoming projects, such as capital improvements, expanded programming, staffing development, and ongoing efforts to secure external funding to support community access.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
Item 7.3 – CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 7.3
SECTION 7: PRESENTATIONS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Presentation – RPS Overview – Presentation by Ed Ridenour, Chief of Police.
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Ed Ridenour, Police Chief
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Chief Ridenour on the history and structure of Riverbank Police Services.
SUMMARY:
Riverbank Police Services is committed to the safety and partnership with Riverbank Residents.
This presentation will provide a brief history of how the City of Riverbank chose to contract with the Sheriff’s Office for Law Enforcement Services and an overview of our department’s structure and staffing.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact with the report.
Item 9.1– CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.1
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 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.
Item 9.2 – CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELPOMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.2
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Approval of the City Council and Local Redevelopment Authority Board Minutes for June 24, 2025 and the Special Joint City Council-Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for July 9, 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 June 10, 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 June 24, 2025.
Exhibit A- Written Public Comment- Beatriz Caravantes
Exhibit B- Written Public Comment- George Serna
Exhibit C- Written Public Comment- Stephanie Ruiz Serna
2. Special Joint City Council-Planning Commission Meeting Minutes for July 9, 2025.
CC / LRA Minutes – 06/24/2025
0 MINUTES
TUESDAY, JUNE 24, 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.
None Declared.
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
CC / LRA Minutes – 06/24/2025
7. PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
Item 7.1 Proclamation- Parks & Recreation Month-It is recommended that the City Council read and present the Proclamation for Parks & Recreation Month to the City of Riverbank Parks & Recreation Department for their service to our community.
Mayor Hernandez read and presented the proclamation in honor of Praks & Recreation Month to the City of Riverbank Parks & Recreation Team.
Item 7.2 Presentation – Illegal Fireworks – Presentation by Alex Tovar, Community Resource Deputy. It is recommended that the City Council receive a presentation from Community Resource Deputy, Tovar on illegal fireworks in preparation for the upcoming 4th of July Holiday.
Community Resource Deputy Tovar, gave a presentation on the issuance of citation fines for the use of illegal fireworks in the City of Riverbank in preparation for the upcoming 4th of July Holiday.
Item 7.3 Presentation- AB 2561 Vacancy Reporting Obligation- Pursuant to Assembly Bill 2561 (AB 2561), the Council will receive a report during a public meeting on the City of Riverbank’s vacancy, recruitment, and retention efforts for the 2024 calendar year.
Assistant City Manager Alcantor gave a PowerPoint presentation on the AB 2561 Vacancy Reporting Obligation pursuant to AB 2561 for the 2024 Calendar Year.
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 6:21 P.M.
Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County resident to express her appreciation for allowing public to comment on Housing Element.
Kent Mitchell, Riverbank resident to express his opposition to the River Walk Project.
Ashton Fortuna, Business Development Rep. with Valley Tech Logic to introduce himself to the community.
Karen Conrotto, Stanislaus County resident to express her opposition to the River Walk Project.
CC / LRA Minutes – 06/24/2025
Fred Walton, Stanislaus County resident to express his opposition to the River Walk Project.
Mayor Hernandez closed the Public Comment Period at 6:30 P.M
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 June 10, 2025.
Item 9.3 Second Reading by Title Only and Introduction of an Ordinance 2025-001 Designating the City of Riverbank Local Responsibility Area Fire Hazard Severity Zone.
Item 9.4 Resolution 2025-073 Approving the Updated Compensation Plan for PartTime/Temporary/Seasonal Positions and Approving the Part-Time Recreation Leader Classification.
Item 9.5 Resolution 2025-074 Approving the Measure L Master Funding Agreement between the Stanislaus Council of Governments and the City of Riverbank for Fiscal Years 2025-2030
Item 9.6 Reject Bids for the Water and Sewer Line replacement – Riverside Drive / High Street Project and Authorize staff to re-bid the project.
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 as presented.
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
10. PUBLIC HEARING
The Notice for Item 10.1& 10.2 was published on June 4th, 2025 in the Riverbank Newspaper.
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Item 10.1 Resolution adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget -It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a Resolution approving the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget.
Assistant City Manager, Alcantor gave a comprehensive staff report and power point presentation on the Fiscal year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget.
City Council discussed item with staff.
Mayor Hernandez opened the Public Hearing at 6:50 P.M.
Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank resident has question about the parking in lieu fee.
Mayor Hernandez Closed the Public Hearing at 6:52 P.M.
There being no public comments, Mayor Hernandez brought the item back to City Council.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Fosi / Uribe 5/0) to approve the Resolution 2025-075 adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget.
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
LRA
Item 10.2 Resolution Adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) Annual Budget- By motion of the Local Redevelopment Authority (LRA) Board of Directors (Board) to review and approve for adoption the Proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 LRA Budget
Administrative Analyst, Holdaway gave a comprehensive staff report and power point presentation on the Local Redevelopment Authority Fiscal year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget.
LRA Board discussed item with staff.
Chair Hernandez opened the Public Hearing at 6:55 P.M.
Chair Hernandez Closed the Public Hearing at 6:56 P.M.
There being no public comments, Chair Hernandez brought the item back to LRA Board.
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ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Fosi / Call 5/0) to approve the LRA Resolution 2025-001 adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget for the LRA.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
AYES: Uribe, Fosi, Pimentel, Call, and Chair Hernandez
NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
LRA Resolution Adopting the Riverbank Local Redevelopment Authority Item 11.1 Cross Connection Control Program- Consider adoption of a Resolution establishing the Riverbank Local Redevelopment Authority (“RLRA”) CrossConnection Control Program (“Program”).
Public Works Director, Bridgewater gave a comprehensive report and PowerPoint presentation on the establishment of RLRA Cross Connection Control Program.
Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank resident to seek clarification on Item 11.1.
City Council discussed item with staff.
ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Uribe / Call 5/0) to approve LRA Resolution 2025-002 approving the Cross-Connection Control Program for the Riverbank Local Redevelopment Authority.
Motion carried by unanimous City Council and LRA Board roll call vote:
AYES: Uribe, Pimentel, Call, Fosi, Chair Hernandez
NAYS: None / ABSENT: None / ABSTAINED: None
Item 11.2 Resolution Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Consultant Services Agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC for a
Classification and Compensation Study- It is recommended that the City Council adopt a resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute a consultant services agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC to conduct a citywide Classification and Compensation Study.
Assistant City Manager Alcantor gave a comprehensive report and PowerPoint presentation on the Agreement for Services with Evergreen Solutions, LLC to conduct a Citywide Classification and Compensation Study.
City Council discussed item with staff.
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ACTION: By motion moved and seconded (Call / Pimentel 5/0) to approve the Resolution 2025-076 authorizing the execution of a Consultant Services Agreement with Evergreen Solutions, LLC.
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
12. COUNCIL REFERRALS
Item 12.1 Wastewater Treatment Plant Feasibility Study- It is recommended that Council receive a presentation from Vice Mayor Fosi regarding options for a Wastewater Treatment Plant feasibility study.
Vice Mayor Fosi gave a PowerPoint presentation on the options for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Feasibility Study.
City Council discussed item with staff.
Richard Holmer, Riverbank resident to express his support with Item 12.1.
Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County resident to express her support with Item 12.1.
Stephanie Ruiz Serna, Riverbank Resident submitted written comment (Exhibit A).
George Serna, Riverbank Resident submitted written comment (Exhibit B) Beatriz Caravantes, Riverbank Resident submitted written comment (Exhibit C) Richard O’Brien, Riverbank resident to provide background on Item 12.1.
Gilbert Duran, Riverbank resident to express his concerns with Item 12.1.
Melissa McKay, Pastor at New Life Community Church to express her support with Item
12.1. Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank resident to express her concern with Item 12.1.
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
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Assistant City Manager Alcantor:
• I wanted to pass along from our Community Development Director, We have submitted our second HCD review draft to the state this afternoon. Just a recap on what we've done so far. On December 2nd, 2024, we submitted our first draft to HCD. On February 27th of 2025, HCD provided a response letter outlining various items to be updated and modified on June 26th, 2025, we released the second draft to the public for a seven-day comment period. So, June 16th to June 23rd. We did receive four public comment letters this week, and those have been incorporated into the second review draft. And then today we submitted that second draft for HCD review. And now we will wait while HCD does their 60-day review period.
• Mayor, can I just add one thing about our community meeting on regarding Riverwalk? It is Wednesday, July 9th at the Community Center. And just please note this is just a presentation. No action will be taken, but public comment will be allowed.
Item 12.2 Council/Authority Member
Councilmember Uribe:
• I just want to let the public know one of our local businesses, Circle T Market, they are located on 5925 Terminal Avenue. They have been in the community for 35 years. Due to circumstances out of their control, they have to close down. So, their final day, depending on when they can sell out completely, all their gas at the stations there. So, either Friday or Saturday, Saturday being the last day.
Tomorrow, I would like to invite everybody to just come out there. They are going to be doing a barbecue. They are trying to be low key about it. But I would really like to see, you know, some presence in Riverbank kind of show up for them as they have kind of been here for us for 35 years right. So, 4:00 PM, 5925 Terminal. It's the Circle T Market. Just stop by. They are going to barbecue for everybody. You know, purchase something. Just kind of help them out. • The Fresh Drive me and Stacy got this going until the 28th. There is still time to donate. But even after the 28th we are going to continue to push it. Keep pushing for donations. This is going to be a forever ongoing thing. We will just kind of blast it. You know, maybe I don't know, we haven't really decided, but we are going to continue to push and get these donations for Sierra House. • We have reached out to McClintock. We heard some of the issues from the LRA fund 198 the grant is no longer available. We have some property transfer status at the Aemetis the ongoing EPA dispute. So, we have invited McClintock's rep out to the Aemetis property. So, we got council members going to be attending and advocating for that. So, thank you guys for doing that. And then again, we won't see you guys for a while. We will see you for the joint planning meeting for Riverwalk. Other than that, have a good 4th of July and be safe.
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Vice Mayor Fosi:
• Today all of us. I think all of us were there. Oh, not John, sorry. We went to the groundbreaking for Sutter Gould. They are going to be building an Urgent Care with a couple of family practice over across from where the Costco is. As a Sutter Gould member, I am very excited. They are excited to be here. It should be building up by the end of the year and equipped and ready to go about this time next year, so it's an exciting addition to the Costco area. • Only other thing I want to say, since we are not meeting in two weeks, is happy 4th of July to everyone. Please say fireworks. Be safe. We want all our kiddos to keep all their fingers and toes, but have a good time and eat hot dogs and hamburgers.
• I have an open house. July 15th from 11am – 1pm. I will be out at the industrial park and we will be conducting tours. So please look it is posted on Instagram and my Facebook page. You can call the number and reserve a spot to have a tour and see what's going on at the Industrial Park, and you get to see me.
Councilmember Pimentel:
• On the 17th I went to the Tuesday night market where we met with Gaby and we did a photo shoot, which was a lot of fun. It encouraged the crowd to step forward and have some fun with their families. So, I encourage you to come on out to our activities. It's a great way to see our City that is coming together and growing. • Also, I attended the 108 Comedy night at the 108 Sports Lounge. We had a Sister City table there. Special thank you to Councilmember Call for that. • On the 19th attended the Stanislaus Latino Chamber's Mixer greet turned out really nice. Special thank you to Johnny Garcia for that. • On July 2nd, I will have a meet and greet near Costless at the TNT fireworks booth from 6:30pm to 8:30pm come on out and we can talk. • I want to encourage you all to have a safe fourth.
Councilmember Call:
• A couple weeks ago, after our last meeting, I went to the Stanislaus Homeless Alliance meeting, where I'm a committee member, and I don't think I talk about it enough. But every time I do the meetings, I give updates on the Sierra House and the day use facility and the statistics on showers there. So, I kind of wanted to share with you what I share with my colleagues on SHA. So, May 2025, the day use facility had 71 men take showers and 55 women. There are duplicated counts within these numbers because some of them use the facility multiple times a month. But since January 1st, 2025 to the present moment, we have admitted 33 new individuals to the day use facility and admitted means they have completed an HMIS intake form and received services from the facility at least
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once. Some of these individuals may only use the facility once, while others may use it up to five times per week indefinitely. Of the 33 individuals, 30 of them were experiencing unsheltered homelessness. None of them were minors. Seven of them had some kind of disabling condition, 20 were men and 13 were women.
And with that at SHA, we had a representative who goes to the school districts and talks to families, go over the different measure methods on unsheltered and homelessness. So, I have talked to Mayor Hernandez, and I have also requested the City Manager to put them on our Agenda to go over the different measuring methods, because when we get our pit count and it should be coming out any day now, when they measure pit count, the method in which they measure homelessness is completely different than the way the schools are measuring homelessness. So, we can have a low number of 22, but the schools could be measuring at 50 to 60 students who are homeless. So, I really want to educate our community on the definitions of homeless and unsheltered persons within our community, which takes me to the fresh drive where we are accepting monetary donations and items that are in need for the day use facility. So, socks, undergarments for men and women. We do accept items for minors as well because minors do unfortunately have to frequent the day's facility. Bleach, hand soap, laundry detergent. So, any of those items.
• Then LOVE Riverbank has $10 flags where you can honor a Veteran, a person of the community. And it is just a fundraiser to help raise funds for LOVE Riverbank. I personally bought ten, so some of you might have some flags out there.
• Then State of the County is July 1st at the County Chambers, which is also Modesto City Council Chambers in downtown Modesto. So, it is at 9:00am and Buck Condit, who is our representative for District one, is also the chair for Board of Supervisors. And he will be delivering the State of the County. • North County Corridor groundbreaking is July 8th at 9:30am. • Council and City Planning has a joint meeting open to the public on July 9th at 6:00pm at the community Center. I really encourage, especially those who are consistently coming to speak about the River Walk to come and see. I am excited for the workshop myself.
• Then 3rd Thursday, I decided that for my open office hours, I'm going to keep it consistent, keep it easy for everyone to remember. But 3rd Thursday is going to be my open office hours. Just kind of listen for the location because I'm going to try to spice it up a little bit, So that's July 17th.
• Lastly, last year at 108 Sports Lounge, we did a Comedy for a Cause for the Sheriff's department, for Riverbank Police Services, and all of the proceeds stayed local for Riverbank Shop with a cop. We are going to be doing it again.
And that is November 8th, so save the date for that. We had cool raffle prizes.
Item 12.3 Mayor/Chair
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Mayor Hernandez:
• So, I was able to participate in the groundbreaking for California Rural Legal Assistance that provides free legal services for low income people. And though they are in Modesto, I told them. And their director is actually a Riverbank native.
So, we're hoping to bring some of their services to this area. • I was able to go to Volt Institute's graduation ceremony and give a what I felt was very uninspiring keynote speech, but it was really great being there just to update everybody. They're working on a, I believe, three-year strategic plan, which I think will be a great opportunity for us to give some really serious input. And I started giving them notice of that, that how we want to participate. • I was able to tour Welbe Health. If I'm pronouncing that correctly. They are located at the end of Roselle on Scenic, and they give great, are you familiar with them? I'd love to have you give a little input, but they give all kinds of services for seniors 55 and over a plan for daily life, some normalcy, transportation for medical services from their homes to wherever they need to go. Food, fresh food and hot foods, but also foods to take home, etc. So, one of their directors is also a Riverbank native, and so they are very interested in coming to share some of their resources.
• I am on the Boys and Girls Club board of directors and we / I want to move forward if anyone from our RUSD is listening because we have after school programs in other school districts, but none here yet for this district for having a conversation around that. I think they are under the impression that we already had a program with our Parks and Recreation department, so maybe that's part of the reason why they haven't approached us.
• Stanislaus Latino Chamber, I believe you mentioned it, but every year is pretty fun. They have a beer named after them. And so, it was a great time to be able to go there and hang out.
• I participated in Saturday Night Market their organizers doing this fun social media thing called Battle Bites, and it was slightly embarrassing, but it is now well documented on social media. If you want to take a look at their page. • Project Resolve, I'm going to tag team this with Councilmember Call. But we both participate in the meetings. And three years ago, I believe, Richard correct me if I'm wrong they did a survey when we were considering the School Resource Officer at the school district, at Riverbank School District, to talk about with the students, about what their feelings were around, having a School Resource Officer, what their thinking, what some of the opinions are. And now recently, this year they conducted another survey after a couple years of having the School Resource Officer there with new information and more opinions from the students themselves around their sentiments with the SRO and law enforcement as a whole, Project Resolve aims to build community and communication with our neighbors, and so we are going to have them come and we have a whole list you want to add to it, we have a whole list of data that we want to bring. And will let you add to that:
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Councilmember Call: So, we talked about definition of homeless just because Project Resolve kind of works hand in hand with those with some of the resources that our Sheriff's department offers. But adding in calls for service hotspots in Riverbank, we'd like to really evaluate the hotspots. Last meeting, I requested an additional deputy. So really getting to see those hotspots where the calls are going and then dispatch changes, which we talked about. But I brought it to Mayor's attention that when I am looking at our biweekly reports of calls for service, they are not really in an isolated area anymore. They are more scattered. And especially with the increase in retail, I would like to take a proactive approach to keeping our community safe rather than a reactive approach. And doing stings is effective, but it's not efficient to do it once a month for the Sheriff's department. So, if we can be proactive rather than reactive, I would really like to do that. • Our meetings are always robust, but we would love to have a full meeting with you know, our experts from Sheriff's office, the consultants from Project Resolve to give a full gamut of data for us to be able to make decisions around public safety.
• Happy 4th of July!
14. 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 14.1 CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
(pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8)
Property: Assessor’s Parcel Number: 074-006-021 & 074-006-022 Negotiators: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: H Homes, Inc.
Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment, or both
Item 14.2 CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Miscellaneous Employees There being no public comment, Mayor Hernandez motion to closed Session at 8:37pm Reconvened from Closed Session at 9:16 pm.
15. REPORT FROM CLOSED SESSION
Item 15.1 Report from Closed Session Item 14.1
CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS
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pursuant to Government Code § 54956.8)
Property: Assessor’s Parcel Number: 074-006-021 & 074-006-022 Negotiators: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Negotiating Parties: H Homes, Inc.
Under Negotiation: Price, terms of payment, or both
DIRECTION: Direction provided to staff.
Item 15.2 Report from Closed Session Item 14.2
CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
(Pursuant to Government Code §54957.6)
Agency representative: City Manager Marisela H. Garcia
Employee Organizations: Riverbank Miscellaneous Employees DIRECTION: Direction provided to staff.
16. ADJOURNMENT OF THE REGULAR MEETING
There being no further business, Mayor / Chair Hernandez adjourned the regular meeting at 9:17 P.M.to the next regular scheduled City Council / LRA Meeting of July 22,2025 at 6:00 P.M.
ATTEST: (Adopted 07/22/2025) APPROVED:
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk / LRA Recorder Mayor/ Chair
EXHIBIT A
EXHIBIT B
EXHIBIT C
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AGEND
WEDNESDAY, JULY 9,2025 – 6:00 P.M.
(THE AGENDA PACKET IS ONLINE AT HTTP://WWW.RIVERBANK.ORG/AGENDACENTER)
CITY COUNCIL-PLANNING COMMISSION
Joint Meeting Public Workshop
CALL TO ORDER- Mayor Hernandez called the meeting to order at 6:00p.m.
FLAG SALUTE- Vice Mayor Fosi led the pledge of allegiance.
ROLL CALL- City Clerk Hernandez conducted roll call as follows:
CITY COUNCIL
Councilmember, District 1 Luis Uribe
Councilmember, District 3 John Pimentel
Councilmember, District 4 Stacy Call
Vice Mayor (CM-D2) Cindy Fosi
Mayor Rachel Hernandez
PRESENTATIONS (Informational only)
Presentation -River Walk Project - City Council and Planning Commission to receive a Presentation from Steve McMurtry with De Novo Planning Group on the River Walk Project. The River Walk Specific Plan is in the unincorporated area of Stanislaus County and adjacent to the City of Riverbank, north of Patterson Road/State Route (SR) 108, east of McHenry Avenue, and approximately two miles northwest of downtown Riverbank.
No Formal Action by the City Council or Planning Commission will be taken at this time.
PUBLIC COMMENT
At this time, members of the public may comment only on the item appearing on the agenda, and within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/Planning Commission. 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.
Barney Aggers, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Dan Whetstone, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Robert Gary Vaccaro, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
LOCATION:
Community Center
3600 Santa Fe Street
Riverbank, CA 95367
CITY OF RIVERBANK
Joint City Council and
Planning Commission
Special Meeting
PLANNING COMMISSION
Alternate Commissioner Armando Rodriguez Jr.
Alternate Commissioner Ben Reuben (Absent)
Commissioner John Dinan
Commissioner Joan Stewart
Commissioner Natasha Basso
Vice Chair Michael Halterman
Chair Taide Zamora
ATTACHMENT 2
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Jeani Ferrari, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Rich Holmer, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Jonathan Turner, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Chris Holmer, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
John Herrick, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Garry Pearson, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Cliff Nagle, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Mark Heinzinger, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Denny Jackman, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Joyce Dewitt, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Jami Aggers, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Robert Donovan, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Kate Donovan, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Jane Yu, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Vivian Lopez, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Richard O’Brien, Riverbank Resident, Supports the Riverwalk Project.
Jennifer Miyakawa, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Milt Trieweiler, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Jennifer Whetstone, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Gavin Bruce, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Pam Nissen, San Joaquin County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Abe Souza, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Annabel Gammon, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Gretchen Brown, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Art Mitchell, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Karen Conrotto, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
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Brian Elliott, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Sharon Hollander, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Linda Mitchell, Stanislaus County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Aaliyah Guapo Brown, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Evie Guapo Brown, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Renee Snow, San Joaquin County Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Gisele Pritchard, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Rosa Medrano, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Evelyn Halbert, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Dave Romano, Representative of the Riverwalk Team, Thankful for the feedback.
Byron Cox, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to Airbnb housing in Riverbank.
Yolanda Magana, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
Danielle Banning, Riverbank Resident, Opposed to the Riverwalk Project.
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Hernandez adjourned the special meeting at 9:05 P.M.
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO.9.3
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Authorization for Out of State Travel to have Finance Staff Attend the Caselle Training in Salt Lake City, UT
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Beckie Robbins, Assistant Finance Director & Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider providing authorization for an out-ofstate travel request for Beckie Robbins, Assistant Finance Director, and Gerrick Figueroa, Accounting Technician, to attend the 2025 Caselle Annual Summit in Salt Lake City, UT October 6th – 10th, 2025.
SUMMARY
Caselle is the City’s core accounting software, supporting critical functions such as financial reporting, accounts payable, payroll, utility billing, business licensing, and miscellaneous accounts receivable.
This year’s annual Caselle Conference will feature the introduction of new applications and software enhancements aimed at significantly improving user experience and operational efficiency. Attending the conference will provide staff with valuable training, early insight into upcoming system capabilities, and best practices to ensure the city continues to operate effectively and remains current with evolving technology.
Participation in this event will help maximize the City's investment in the Caselle platform and support ongoing efforts to streamline processes and enhance service delivery.
BACKGROUND
This training is essential for members of the finance team, as we rotate staff attendance each year. This year, we have one staff member attending for the first time and another who has previously attended the annual conference.
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STRATEGIC PLAN
Participation in this user conference will help support the Strategic Plan goals of:
Enhance City Facilities/Organization - Attract, Develop, and Retain Quality Staff
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The approximate costs are $5,000 which includes conference registrations, hotel accommodations, airfare, parking, and per diem. This annual conference was budgeted for within the approved 2025-26 budget in account 101-403.000-706-037.
ATTACHMENTS
There are no attachments to this report.
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.4
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Resolution to Approve Amendment #1 of the Memorandum of Understanding with Stanislaus County to Host Library
Operations at the Teen Center during Renovation of the
Riverbank Public Library
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Parks and Recreation Director
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve Amendment #1 of the Memorandum of Understanding with Stanislaus County to host library operations at the Teen Center during the renovation of the Riverbank Public Library.
SUMMARY
On April 8th, the City Council approved the Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) for Stanislaus County to host its library operations at the Teen Center during the renovation of the local library. The MOU has Stanislaus County using the Teen Center through the month of September. As renovation work continues at the local library, Stanislaus County provided the Parks and Recreation Department with a construction update that the projected construction timeline is no longer accurate and that they would like to seek an extension on the MOU. The proposed extension would have Stanislaus County in the Teen Center through January 2026. All other terms in the MOU will remain unchanged.
BACKGROUND
In late 2024, staff from the Riverbank Public Library contacted city staff informing them that the county is scheduling a renovation of the local library and they are looking for locations where they can operate during the renovation. The limited services include book reservation, pick up, and drop off. Since facility maintenance and operations are under the Parks and Recreation departments, the Parks and Recreation director took the lead in assisting the library. The Parks and Recreation Director and county staff visited multiple city-owned facilities that would have sufficient spacing needed for the County’s proposed
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usage. After discussions, both parties believe that the City’s Teen Center would be the best use.
Within the Teen Center, there is a small room that is an estimated 150 square feet that is currently being used as storage. The city has cleared the space so that the library could operate with storing books, computer access for their staff, etc. The library has agreed to use the facility only for book pick up, drop off, and reservation during the hours of 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM. This time frame would not conflict with the city’s current programming. The library would begin using the Teen Center on April 13th with the library’s renovation estimated to be 5 months.
In June 2025, the Riverbank Public Library contacted the Parks and Recreation Department to inform them of an updated project timeline and that it is expected to be longer than originally anticipated. The new timeline has the renovation project being completed by December 2025. The Library has requested an extension on the terms of the agreed upon MOU to allow them to continue operations at the Teen Center through January 2026. This will allow some leeway in case changes to the new timeline occur as well as giving the staff time to restock the library once they can re-enter their facility.
All other terms that were agreed upon in the original MOU will remain the same.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City will generate $150.00 in revenue per month for the library to use the Teen Center during their renovation. The City will continue to experience an increase in expenditures with utilities and janitorial services.
STRATEGIC PLAN
In the city’s recently updated strategic plan, the revitalized vision statement highlights the importance of collaborating with local and regional partners. In partnering with Stanislaus County, the City will be able to host an important and vital resource to the community during the library’s short displacement.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution
2. Amendment #1
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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 AMENDMENT #1 OF THE MEMORANDUM OF
UNDERSTANDING WITH STANISLAUS COUNTY TO HOST LIBRARY
OPERATIONS AT THE TEEN CENTER DURING RENOVATION OF THE
RIVERBANK PUBLIC LIBRARY
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, the City Council previously approved a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Stanislaus County to allow the temporary hosting of library operations at the Riverbank Teen Center during the renovation of the Riverbank Public Library; and
WHEREAS, the renovation of the Riverbank Public Library is ongoing and library operations continue to require temporary relocation space; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County desire to extend the term of the MOU to ensure continued delivery of library services to the community; and WHEREAS, Amendment #1 to the MOU has been prepared to extend the term through January 2026 and to continue the terms and conditions previously agreed upon by both parties; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that approval of Amendment #1 is in the best interest of the City and its residents to maintain accessible library services.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK HEREBY:
1. Approves Amendment #1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County to extend the term of the agreement for hosting library operations at the Teen Center through January 2026.
2. Authorizes the City Manager, or their designee, to execute Amendment #1 and take all necessary actions to implement its provisions.
ATTACHMENT 1
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CC Resolution 2025-
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July, 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: Amendment No. 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County
Amendment No. 1 to the Memorandum of Understanding
Between the City of Riverbank and Stanislaus County
This Amendment is made and entered into as of ____________________, by and between the City of Riverbank ("City") and Stanislaus County ("Renter").
Whereas, the City and Renter have entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) regarding the use of the Teen Center on April 25, 2025; and Whereas, both parties desire to amend specific provisions of the MOU; Now, therefore, the parties agree to amend the MOU as follows:
1. Amendments to Section 1 – Term.
Section 1 Term:
The original language:
"The term of this MOU shall commence on the Effective Date and continue for five (5) months terminating on September 30, 2025 (“Term”)."
is hereby amended to:
"The term of this MOU shall commence on the Effective Date and continue for nine (9) months terminating on January 31, 2026 (“Term”)."
3. General Provisions
All other terms and conditions of the original MOU shall remain in full force and effect.
This Amendment shall be incorporated into and made a part of the original MOU. [Signatures on following page]
ATTACHMENT 2
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties have executed this Amendment as of the date first written above.
CITY OF RIVERBANK
By: ___________________________
Marisela H. Garcia
City Manager
Date: ___________________________
COUNTY OF STANISLAUS
By: _____________________________
Andrew Johnson
GSA Director/ Purchasing Agent
Date: ___________________________
APPROVED AS TO CONTENT:
Stanislaus County Library
By:_____________________________
Sarah Dentan, County Librarian
Date:____________________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Thomas E. Boze, County Counsel
By:_____________________________
Marc Hartley, Deputy County
Counsel
Date:____________________________
Item 9.5– CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.5
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Resolution to Approve the Application for the Land and Water Conservation Fund Riverbank Sports Complex Expansion
Project
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Michael Patton, Parks and Recreation Director
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approves the submission of a grant application for the Land and Water Conservation Fund program for the Riverbank Sports Complex Expansion project.
SUMMARY
The Parks and Recreation Department is exploring the opportunity to apply for funding from the Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF). This federal funding opportunity intends to preserve land and waterways for public use in perpetuity and can be used to acquire property or develop park space. With the City Council outlining the importance of the expansion of the local sports complex in their recent strategic planning session, the department will attempt to apply for funding.
As a requirement to apply for funding, the application needs a resolution from the applicant’s elected body providing approval that an application can be submitted.
BACKGROUND
The Land and Water Conservation Fund (LWCF) is a federally funded program administered by the National Park Service and managed at the state level by the California Department of Parks and Recreation. The program was established in 1965 to help preserve, develop, and ensure access to outdoor recreation resources for future generations. LWCF grants require that any property acquired or developed with these funds be protected for public outdoor recreation use in perpetuity.
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In early 2025, the Parks and Recreation Department identified the LWCF as a potential funding source to support the expansion of the Riverbank Sports Complex. This project aligns with the City Council’s strategic priorities, as recently outlined during the annual strategic planning session, which emphasized the importance of expanding and enhancing recreational amenities to meet the needs of the growing community.
The department is pursuing LWCF funding to assist with the acquisition of additional land or the development of facilities that will increase access to youth and adult recreational opportunities. In order to submit an application, the City is required to adopt a resolution from the elected body (City Council) authorizing the filing of the application and committing to the requirements and obligations of the grant, should it be awarded.
This resolution will demonstrate the City's support for the proposed project and authorize City staff to move forward with submitting a complete LWCF grant application.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
The City will be applying for a $1,500,000 grant to cover the estimated 50% to acquire the proposed property. The grant is a 1:1 matching grant, which means the City will need to contribute $1,500,000. The City intends on using funding that has been collected from System Development Fees as well as funds collected specifically from the Crossroads West Specific Plan Fee Schedule for Community Parks.
STRATEGIC PLAN
In the City’s strategic plan, an outlined strategy involves fundraising for the expansion of the sports complex. Approving this resolution would allow the Parks and Recreation Department to submit a grant application to the Land and Water Conservation Fund to provide the estimated 50% of the property acquisition costs.
ATTACHMENTS
1.) Resolution
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK APPROVING
THE APPLICATION FOR THE LAND AND WATER CONSERVATION FUND
RIVERBANK SPORTS COMPLEX EXPANSION PROJECT
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, the Congress under Public Law 88-578 has authorized the establishment of a federal Land and Water Conservation Fund Grant-In-Aid program, providing matching funds to the State of California and its political subdivisions for acquiring lands and developing Facilities for public outdoor recreation purposes; and WHEREAS, the California Department of Parks and Recreation is responsible for administration of the program in the State, setting up necessary rules and procedures governing applications by local agencies under the program; and WHEREAS, the applicant certifies by resolution the approval of the application and the availability of eligible matching funds prior to submission of the application to the State.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City of Riverbank hereby:
1. Approves the filing of an application for Land and Water Conservation Fund assistance for the proposed Riverbank Sports Complex Expansion Project.
2. Certifies that the applicant has reviewed, understands, and agrees to the General Provisions contained in the contract shown in the Grant Administration Guide.
3. Agrees to abide by 54 U.S.C. §200305(f)(3) which requires, “No property acquired or developed with assistance under this section shall, without the approval of the National Secretary of the Interior, be converted to other than public outdoor recreation uses. The Secretary shall approve such conversion only if he finds it to be in accord with the then existing comprehensive statewide outdoor recreation plan and only upon such conditions as he deems necessary to assure the substitution of other recreation properties of at least equal fair market value and of reasonably equivalent usefulness and location.”
4. Certifies that said agency has matching funds from eligible source(s) and can finance 100 percent of the project, which up to half may be reimbursed.
5. Agrees to comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, ordinances, rules, regulations and guidelines.
6. Appoints the Director of Parks and Recreation as agent of the applicant to conduct all negotiations and execute and submit all documents, including, but not limited to, applications, contracts, amendments, payment requests, and
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compliance with all applicable current state and federal laws which may be necessary for the completion of the aforementioned project.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July, 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
Item 9.6- CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVLOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.6
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Resolution to Award a Civil Engineering Services Contract to MCR Engineering to Perform General Municipal Engineering Services for the City of Riverbank and Authorize the City Manager to Execute Said Contract
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulatory Compliance Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council approve an Engineering Services Contract with MCR Engineering to perform general municipal engineering services and authorize the City Manager to execute said contract.
STAFF SUMMARY
The City currently has an engineering services contract with Ardurra Group, Inc., which does not expire until June 13, 2028. The City’s current City Engineer, William F. Kull is now semi-retired and other key employees of Ardurra group have left the company.
With the ongoing development of Crossroads West and residential developments on the east side of Riverbank, it was decided that the City needed additional engineering assistance in order to ensure timely response. A Request For Proposals was sent out on May 8, 2025 to numerous engineering firms and posted to the City’s website. The contract will be for 1 year with two options to renew the contract an additional year. The City received proposals for Civil Engineering Services from Benchmark Engineering, MCR Engineering, and Westwood. After a thorough review of the proposals by City staff, we recommend MCR Engineering.
MCR Engineering is local and highly experienced and currently works with the cities of Hughson, Oakdale and Waterford. The firm will assist the City with private development review and prepare plans and specifications for City projects.
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FINANCIAL IMPACT
The current Fiscal Year budget for 2025-2026 allocated $50,000 for Contract Engineering Services. Any costs for additional engineering services for capital projects are reimbursed through authorized Measure L, SB-1, Sewer, Storm or Water Funds.
Development plan review costs are covered by each individual developer.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution
2. City Engineer Agreement
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,
CALIFORNIA, TO AWARD A CIVIL ENGINEERING SERVICES CONTRACT TO MCR
ENGINEERING TO PERFORM GENERAL MUNICIPAL ENGINEERING SERVICES
FOR THE CITY OF RIVERBANK AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SAID CONTRACT
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, on May 8, 2025 the City issued a Request for Proposal for Civil Engineering Services to perform general municipal engineering services for the City of Riverbank; and
WHEREAS, the City received three (3) proposals and the review committee scored MCR Engineering the highest; and
WHEREAS, the committee recommends awarding the City Engineering contract to MCR Engineering; and
WHEREAS, the contract is for a one (1) year term with two options to renew the contract an additional year; and
WHEREAS, the MCR Engineering is local and experienced. MCR currently provides engineering services to Hughson, Oakdale and Waterford; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby awards the City Civil Engineering Services Contract to MCR Engineering to perform general municipal engineering services for the City of Riverbank and authorize the City Manager to execute said contract.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22
nd day of July, 2025; motioned by Councilmember ,
seconded by Councilmember , and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of :
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ATTACHMENT 1
CC/LRA – 09/22/15
CC Resolution No. 2015-
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________________ __________________________ Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: City of Riverbank City Engineer Agreement
ATTACHMENT 2
Item 9.7- CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHROTIY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.7
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject/ Title: Resolution of the City Council of the City of Riverbank Declaring Its Intention to Annex Territory to a Community Facilities District and to Authorize the Levy of Special Taxes Therein, the City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services) Annexation No. 3
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulatory Compliance Manager RECOMMENDATION:
It is recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution declaring its intention to annex territory to the City of Riverbank Community Facilities District 2016-1 (Public Services) and to authorize the levy of a special tax therein to finance certain City services.
STRATEGIC GOAL:
The attached resolution will begin the proceedings for the annexation into Community Facilities District 2016-1 (Public Services) (“CFD 2016-1”). The conditions of approval for this project require it to annex into CFD 2016-1, which was established as an annexable district to provide financing for police services, street maintenance, parks, storm drainage, and landscaping.
SUMMARY:
By Resolution No. 2016-028, the City Council established CFD 2016-1, a Mello-Roos Community Facilities District with the intention that future development within the City of Riverbank (the “City”) would annex into this district. The special taxes collected from the property owners within the district are to be used for the funding of police services, landscape maintenance, park maintenance, drainage maintenance, and street maintenance.
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The parcels proposed for annexation are generally located east of Central Avenue, west of Snedigar Road, and north of Patterson Road. The boundary of the annexation includes the area within assessor’s parcel numbers 062-020-037-000, 062-020-038-000, and 062- 020-040-000 as depicted on Exhibit A. Development of these properties change the characteristics of undeveloped land. Once developed, this project will have intensified the use of the property, creating a need for more services under this CFD.
As part of the annexation process, the City contracts with Willdan Financial Services for the preparation of the necessary resolutions and balloting procedures for the annexation.
The Resolution of Intention is the first step in the process of annexing new developments into CFD 2016-1. This will be the 3
rd annexation into the district. The resolution also
establishes August 26, 2025 as the public hearing date for the final consideration of the annexation of the property into CFD 2016-1. Once the annexation is complete, the property owners of the annexed parcels will be required to pay annual special taxes for CFD 2016-1, beginning in Fiscal Year 2026/2027 as itemized on their property tax bill in accordance with the rate set forth in the Rate and Method of Apportionment of Special Tax.
The CFD 2016-1 Rate and Method of Apportionment was established as part of the formation of the district and fixed Fiscal Year 2016-2017 as the base year for the annual special tax rate as shown in Exhibit B. Since the formation, assessments have increased based on a cost inflator allowed in the original formation documents. The current special tax rate for the district is as shown in Exhibit C.
FISCAL IMPACT:
All costs associated with the annexation shall be paid by the party or parties requesting to be annexed into CFD 2016-1.
ATTACHMENTS:
1) Resolution 2025-
Exhibit A - City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services) Boundary Map – Annexation No. 3
Exhibit B - City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services) Rate and Method of Apportionment
Exhibit C - City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services) FY 25-26 Maximum Special Tax Rates
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CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025 -
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK DECLARING
ITS INTENTION TO ANNEX TERRITORY TO A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
AND TO AUTHORIZE THE LEVY OF SPECIAL TAXES THEREIN, THE CITY OF RIVERBANK COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2016-1 (PUBLIC SERVICES) ANNEXATION NO. 3
WHEREAS, the CITY COUNCIL of the CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA (the “City Council”) has conducted proceedings to establish Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Safety Services) (the “CFD”) pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended (the “Act”), Chapter 2.5 of Part 1 of Division 2 of Title 5, commencing at Section 53311, of the California Government Code; and WHEREAS, under the Act, the City Council, as the legislative body for the CFD, is empowered with the authority to annex territory to the CFD, and now desires to undertake proceedings to annex territory to the CFD.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, HEREBY RESOLVES:
SECTION 1. The City Council hereby finds and determines that public convenience and necessity require that territory be added to the CFD.
SECTION 2. The name of the existing CFD is “Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services)”.
SECTION 3. The territory included in the existing CFD is as shown on the map thereof filed in Book 5 of Maps of Assessment and Community Facilities Districts at Page 45, the map for Annexation No. 1 filed in Book 6 of Maps and Assessment and Community Facilities Districts at Page 30, as well as the map for Annexation No. 2 filed in Book 6 of Maps and Assessment and Community Facilities Districts at Page 84 in the office of the County Recorder for the County of Stanislaus, State of California, to which maps reference is hereby made.
The territory now proposed to be annexed to the CFD is as shown on the Annexation Map No. 3 to the CFD, on file with the City Clerk, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A and made a part hereof, the boundaries of which territory are hereby preliminarily approved.
The City Clerk is hereby directed to cause the recordation of said Annexation Map No. 3 to the CFD, showing the territory to be annexed, in the Office of the County Recorder of the County of Stanislaus within fifteen days of the date of adoption of this resolution.
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SECTION 4. The types of public services financed by the CFD and pursuant to the Act consist of those services (the “Services”) described in Exhibit A to Resolution No. 2016-028 adopted by the Council on the 24
th day of May, 2016, (the “Resolution of Formation”). It is presently intended that the Services will be shared, without preference or priority, by the existing territory in the CFD and the territory proposed to be annexed to the CFD. It has been determined that this project will intensify the use of the property, creating a need for more services under this CFD.
SECTION 5. Except to the extent that funds are otherwise available to the CFD to pay for the Services and/or the principal and interest as it becomes due on bonds of the CFD issued to finance the Services, a special tax sufficient to pay the costs thereof is intended to be levied annually within the CFD and collected in the same manner as ordinary ad valorem property taxes. The proposed rate and method of apportionment of the special tax among the parcels of real property within the CFD, as now in existence and following the annexation proposed herein, and in sufficient detail to allow each landowner within the territory proposed to be annexed to the CFD to estimate the maximum amount such owner will have to pay, is described in Exhibit B, which is hereby incorporated by this reference.
SECTION 6. Notice is given that on August 26, 2025, at 6:00 p.m., in the regular meeting place of this Council, being the City Council Chambers, located at 6707 3rd Street Suite B, Riverbank, California, the City Council, as legislative body for the CFD, will conduct a public hearing on the annexation of territory to the CFD and consider and finally determine whether the public interest, convenience and necessity require said annexation of territory to the CFD and the levy of said special tax therein.
SECTION 7. The City Clerk is hereby directed to cause notice of said public hearing to be given by publication one time in a newspaper of general circulation in the area of the CFD.
The publication of said notice shall be completed at least seven days before the date herein set for said hearing. Said notice shall be substantially in the form specified in Section 53339.4 of the Act. The City Clerk shall also cause a copy of the Resolution of Annexation, or a notice thereof, to be mailed to each landowner (and to each registered voter, if any) within the territory proposed to be annexed, which resolution or notice shall be mailed at least fifteen days before the date of said hearing.
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PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July, 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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EXHIBIT A
City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services)
Boundary Map-Annexation No. 3
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EXHIBIT B
City of Riverbank
Community Facilities District No. 2016-1
(Public Services)
Rate and Method of Apportionment
A Special Tax of City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services) (“CFD”) shall be levied on all Assessor's Parcels within the CFD and collected each Fiscal Year commencing in Fiscal Year 2016-17 in an amount determined by the Special Tax Administrator through the application of the rate and method of apportionment of the Special Tax set forth below. All of the real property in the CFD, unless exempted by law or by the provisions hereof, shall be taxed for the purposes, to the extent and in the manner herein provided.
A. DEFINITIONS
The terms hereinafter set forth have the following meanings:
“Act” means the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, being Chapter 2.5, Part 1, Division 2 of Title 5 of the Government Code of the State of California, as amended.
“Administrative Expenses” means the following actual or reasonably estimated costs incurred by the City as administrator of the CFD, provided that such costs are directly related to administration of the CFD: costs to determine, levy and collect the Special Taxes, including an allocable share of the salaries and benefits of City employees, the fees of consultants, and legal counsel; the costs of collecting installments of the Special Taxes upon the general tax rolls, including any charges levied by County departments; and the preparation of required reports and any other costs required to administer the CFD in accordance with the Act, as determined by the City.
“Annual Escalation Factor” means the greater of (i) two percent (2%) or (ii) the annual percentage increase in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers for the San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose area as determined by the Bureau of Labor Statistics for the twelve months ending the previous December. “Assessor's Parcel” means a parcel of land shown on an Assessor's Parcel Map with a parcel number assigned by the Assessor of the County that corresponds to a number shown on the County Assessor’s roll.
“Assessor's Parcel Map” means an official map of the Assessor of the County designating parcels by Assessor's Parcel number.
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“Attached Residential” means an Assessor’s Parcel within the CFD for which a Building Permit has been issued for purposes of constructing a residential structure or structures sharing common walls consisting of two or more Dwelling Units, including, but not limited to duplexes, triplexes, and apartment units, as of April 1 st
preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied. “Base Year” means Fiscal Year ending June 30, 2017.
"Building Floor Area" means the sum of the gross horizontal areas of several floors of the building, excluding areas used for accessory garage purposes, and such basement and cellar areas as are devoted exclusively to uses accessory to the operations of the building. All horizontal dimensions shall be taken from the exterior faces of walls including walls or other enclosures or enclosed porches, as obtained from the applicable Building Permit.
“Building Permit” means a permit issued for new construction of a residential or non-residential structure. For purposes of this definition, “Building Permit” shall not include permits issued solely for grading, utility improvements, or other such improvements that are constructed and installed and are not intended for human occupancy.
“CFD” means City of Riverbank Community Facilities District No. 2016-1 (Public Services).
“City” means the City of Riverbank.
“City Clerk” means the City Clerk for the City or his or her designee. “City Engineer” means the City Engineer for the City or his or her designee. “Commercial Property” means an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property for which a building permit(s) has been issued for purposes of constructing nonresidential property for any non-residential use located in a commercial zoning district and all other property considered commercial, including hotels, motels, and private schools, as coded by the County’s assessor or as determined by the City, as of April 1st preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied. “Council” means the City Council of the City, acting as the legislative body of the CFD.
“County” means the County of Stanislaus, California.
“Detached Residential” means an Assessors’ Parcel within the CFD for which a Building Permit has been issued for purposes of constructing a residential structure B-3
consisting of one single-family detached Dwelling Unit, including Mobile Homes, as of April 1st preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied. “Developed Property” means an Assessor’s Parcel within the CFD for which a Building Permit was issued on or prior to April 1st preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied, based on the number of Dwelling Units or the amount of Office, Commercial, or Industrial/Agricultural Building Floor Area in each Building Permit for that Assessor’s Parcel.
“Drainage Maintenance” means the labor, material, testing, reporting, remediation, permitting, general administration, personnel, equipment and utilities necessary to maintain drainage improvements for the CFD, including drain inlets, filters, detention basin, storm drain pipeline, and associated appurtenant facilities located within, or associated with, the CFD.
“Drainage Maintenance Requirement” means, for any Fiscal Year in which Special Taxes are levied, the amount equal to the budgeted costs for Drainage Maintenance applicable to the CFD for such Fiscal Year. “Dwelling Unit” means each separate residential unit that comprises an independent facility capable of conveyance or rental separate from adjacent residential units, in which a person or persons may live, which comprises an independent facility and is not considered to be for non-residential use only, and as defined in the City of Riverbank's Municipal Code.
“Exempt Property” means for each Fiscal Year, an Assessor's Parcel within the CFD not subject to the Special Tax. Exempt Property includes: (i) Public Property, (ii) Property Owner Association Property, (iii) Assessor’s Parcels with public or utility easements making impractical their utilization for other than the purposes set forth in the easement such as railroad parcels, roads and landscape lots, (iv) Undeveloped Property and (v) property reasonably designated by the City or Special Tax Administrator as Exempt Property due to deed restrictions, conservation easement, or similar factors that may make development of such property impractical for human occupancy.
“Fiscal Year” means the period starting July 1 and ending on the following June 30.
“Industrial/Business Park/Agricultural Processing Property” means an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property for which a building permit(s) has been issued for purposes of constructing non-residential property for any allowable use in an industrial or agricultural zoning district, which is not an office or financial institution, and all other property considered industrial or agricultural as coded by the County’s assessor or as determined by the City, as of April 1 st preceding the
Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied.
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“Landscaping Maintenance” means the labor, material, administration, personnel, equipment and utilities (i.e., water and power) necessary to maintain landscaping improvements within the CFD, including trees, turf, ground cover, shrubs, weed removal, irrigation systems, sidewalk, drainage facilities, lighting, signs, monuments, graffiti removal, walkways, and associated appurtenant facilities located within, or associated with, the CFD. “Landscaping Maintenance Requirement” means, for any Fiscal Year in which Special Taxes are levied, the amount equal to the budgeted costs for Landscaping Maintenance applicable to the CFD for such Fiscal Year. “Land Use Class” means any of the classes listed in Table 1 and defined herein. “Maximum Special Tax” means the maximum Special Tax, determined in accordance with Section C below, that can be levied by the CFD in any Fiscal Year on any Assessor’s Parcel.
“Mixed-Use Property” means an Assessor’s Parcel of Developed Property containing or planned for containing a structure or structures that consists of one or more Dwelling Units, but also has dedicated space for Non-Residential use. "Mobile Home" means a vehicle designed and equipped for human habitation as defined by the California Health & Safety Code § 18008. “Non-Residential” means an Assessors’ Parcel of Taxable Property within the CFD for which a Building Permit has been issued for a non-residential use, including Office Property, Commercial Property, and Industrial/Business Park/Agricultural Processing Property.
“Office Property” means an Assessor's Parcel of Developed Property for which a building permit(s) has been issued for purposes of constructing non-residential property for any non-residential use located in an industrial, office, or commercial zoning district and all other property considered office property, including hospitals and convalescent homes, savings and loans property, medical and dental property, and other office buildings, as determined by the City, as of April 1st preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied. “Park” means a public park, open space, trail, dog park dedicated to and/or managed by the City of Riverbank.
“Park Maintenance” means the estimated and reasonable costs of providing park maintenance, including but not limited to (i) the costs of contracting for park maintenance services, including trees, plant material, restrooms, irrigation systems, sidewalks, drainage facilities, weed control, lighting, and parking lot B-5
maintenance, (ii) the salaries and benefits of City staff, including maintenance staff, that directly provide park maintenance services, (iii) the expense related to equipment, apparatus, and supplies related to these services and authorized by the Act, (iv) utility costs such as water, sewer, lighting and power and (v) City overhead costs associated with providing such services within the CFD. “Park Maintenance Requirement” means, for any Fiscal Year in which Special Taxes are levied, the amount equal to the budgeted costs for Park Maintenance applicable to the CFD for such Fiscal Year.
“Police Services” means the estimated and reasonable costs of providing police services, including but not limited to (i) the costs of contracting for police, (ii) the salaries and benefits of City staff, if the City directly provides police services, (iii) the expense related to equipment, apparatus, and supplies related to these services and authorized by the Act, and (iv) City overhead costs associated with providing such services within the CFD.
“Police Services Requirement” means, for any Fiscal Year in which Special Taxes are levied, the amount equal to the budgeted costs for Police Services applicable to the CFD for such Fiscal Year.
“Property Owner Association Property” means for each Fiscal Year any property within the CFD that is owned by, or irrevocably dedicated as indicated in an instrument recorded with the County Recorder, to a property owner association, including any master or sub-association, which consists of property owned in common by owners of surrounding properties and it is intended for use for community purposes.
“Proportionately” means, for Taxable Property, that the ratio of the actual Special Tax levied per Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property to the Maximum Special Tax per Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property is equal for all Assessor’s Parcels of Taxable Property.
“Public Property” means for each Fiscal Year any property within the CFD that is, or is expected to be, used for rights-of-way, parks, public schools or any other public purpose determined by the Special Tax Administrator or is owned by or irrevocably offered for dedication to the federal government, the State, the County, the City or any other public agency.
“Reserve Fund” means a fund that shall be created and maintained for the CFD for each Fiscal Year to provide necessary cash flow to cover maintenance and repair cost overruns, and delinquencies in the payment of Special Taxes.
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“Special Tax” means the Special Tax to be levied in each Fiscal Year on each Assessor's Parcel of Taxable Property to fund the Special Tax Requirement, and shall include Special Taxes levied or to be levied under Sections C and D, below. “Special Tax Administrator” means an official of the City, or designee thereof, responsible for determining the Special Tax Requirement and providing for the levy and collection of the Special Taxes.
“Special Tax Requirement” means that amount required in any Fiscal Year for the CFD to pay for: (i) the Police Services Requirement; (ii) the Drainage Maintenance Requirement; (iii) the Landscaping Maintenance Requirement, (iv) the Park Maintenance Requirement; (v) the Street Maintenance Requirement, (vi) reasonable Administrative Expenses; and (vii) and any amounts required to establish or replenish a reserve fund for that Fiscal Year; less any surplus of funds available from the previous Fiscal Year’s Special Tax levy. “State” means the State of California.
“Street Maintenance” means the labor, material, administration, personnel, equipment and utilities necessary to maintain streets, streetlights and associated appurtenant facilities within, and associated with, the CFD, including City overhead costs associated with providing such services within the CFD. “Street Maintenance Requirement” means, for any Fiscal Year in which Special Taxes are levied, the amount equal to the budgeted costs for Street Maintenance applicable to the CFD for such Fiscal Year.
“Taxable Property” means all Assessor's Parcels of Developed Property within the CFD that are not Exempt from the Special Tax pursuant to law or as defined herein.
“Undeveloped Property” means, for each Fiscal Year, an Assessor’s Parcel within the CFD for which a Building Permit has not been issued on or prior to April 1 st preceding the Fiscal Year in which the Special Tax is being levied and is not classified as Property Owner Association Property or Public Property, including an Assessor’s Parcel that is designated as a remainder parcel by any final documents and/or maps available to the Special Tax Administrator.
B. ASSIGNMENT TO LAND USE CATEGORIES
Each Fiscal Year, commencing with Fiscal Year 2016-17, using the definitions above, each Assessor’s Parcel within the CFD shall be classified as Taxable Property or Exempt Property. In addition, each Fiscal Year, beginning with Fiscal Year 2016-17, Taxable Property shall be further classified as Attached Residential, Detached Residential, Mixed-Use Property, Office Property, Commercial Property, or Industrial/Business Park/Agricultural Processing Property.
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C. MAXIMUM SPECIAL TAX RATE
1. Developed Property
Table 1
Maximum Special Tax for Developed Property
Community Facilities District No. 2016-1
Fiscal Year 2016-17
Land Use
Class Description Maximum Special Tax
1 Detached Residential $580.00 per Dwelling Unit
2 Attached Residential $348.00 per Dwelling Unit
3 Mixed-Use Property Sum of Maximum Special Tax for each applicable Land Use Class
4 Office $0.369 per square foot of Building Floor Area
5 Commercial $0.211 per square foot of Building Floor Area 6 Industrial/Business
Park/Agricultural Processing $0.148 per square foot of Building Floor Area On each July 1st following the Base Year, the Maximum Special Tax rates in Table 1 shall be increased by the Annual Escalation Factor. A different Maximum Special Tax may be added to the CFD as a result of future annexations or if future annexations involve a new Land Use Class.
2. Exempt Property
No Special Tax shall be levied on Exempt Property as defined in Section A.
For each Fiscal Year, if the use or ownership of an Assessor's Parcel of Exempt Property changes so that such Assessor's Parcel is no longer classified as one of the uses set forth in Section A, therefore making such Assessor's Parcel no longer eligible to be classified as Exempt Property, such Assessor's Parcel shall be deemed to be Taxable Property and shall be taxed pursuant to the provisions of Section C.1.
D. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT OF THE SPECIAL TAX
Commencing with Fiscal Year 2016-17, and for each subsequent Fiscal Year, the Special Tax Administrator shall calculate the Special Tax Requirement based on the definitions in Section A and levy the Special Tax as follows until the amount of the Special Tax levied equals the Special Tax Requirement:
The Special Tax shall be Proportionately levied each Fiscal Year on each Assessor’s Parcel of Developed Property up to 100% of the applicable Maximum Special Tax. The applicable Maximum Special Tax shall be based on the B-8
Developed Property’s classification as Detached Residential, Attached Residential, Mixed-Use Property, Office, Commercial, or Industrial/Business Park/Agricultural Processing Property.
E. APPEALS
Any landowner who pays the Special Tax and believes that the amount of the Special Tax levied on their Assessor’s Parcel is in error shall first consult with the Special Tax Administrator regarding such error. If following such consultation, the Special Tax Administrator determines that an error has occurred, the Special Tax Administrator may amend the amount of the Special Tax levied on such Assessor’s Parcel. If following such consultation and action, if any, the landowner believes such error still exists, such person may file a written notice with the City Clerk of the City appealing the amount of the Special Tax levied on such Assessor’s Parcel.
Upon the receipt of any such written notice, the City Clerk shall forward a copy of such notice to the City Engineer, who shall either (1) refer the matter to the City’s existing hearing board for administrative appeals; or (2) establish as part of the proceedings and administration of the CFD, a special three-member Review/Appeal Committee. The Review/Appeal Committee may establish such procedures, as it deems necessary to undertake the review of any such appeal.
The hearing board or Review/Appeal Committee shall interpret this Rate and Method of Apportionment and make determinations relative to the annual administration of the Special Tax and any landowner appeals, as herein specified.
The decision of the hearing board or Review/Appeal Committee shall be final and binding as to all persons.
F. MANNER OF COLLECTION
Special Taxes levied pursuant to Section D above shall be collected in the same manner and at the same time as ordinary ad valorem property taxes, provided however that (i) the CFD may directly bill the Special Tax, and (ii) the CFD may collect Special Taxes at a different time or in a different manner if necessary to meet the financial obligations of the CFD or as otherwise determined appropriate by the City Council.
G. TERM OF SPECIAL TAX
Taxable Property in the CFD shall remain subject to the Special Tax in perpetuity or until the City Council takes appropriate actions to terminate the Special Tax pursuant to the Act.
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EXHIBIT C
Maximum Special Tax for Developed Property
Community Facilities District No. 2016-1
Fiscal Year 2025-26
Land Use
Class Description Maximum Special Tax
1 Detached Residential $783.67 per Dwelling Unit
2 Attached Residential $470.20 per Dwelling Unit
3 Mixed-Use Property Sum of Maximum Special Tax for each applicable Land Use Class
4 Office $0.499 per square foot of Building Floor Area
5 Commercial $0.285 per square foot of Building Floor Area 6 Industrial/Business
Park/Agricultural Processing $0.200 per square foot of Building Floor Area On each July 1st following the Base Year, the Maximum Special Tax rates in Table 1 shall be increased by the Annual Escalation Factor. A different Maximum Special Tax may be added to the CFD as a result of future annexations or if future annexations involve a new Land Use Class.
1. Exempt Property
No Special Tax shall be levied on Exempt Property as defined in Section A.
For each Fiscal Year, if the use or ownership of an Assessor's Parcel of Exempt Property changes so that such Assessor's Parcel is no longer classified as one of the uses set forth in Section A, therefore making such Assessor's Parcel no longer eligible to be classified as Exempt Property, such Assessor's Parcel shall be deemed to be Taxable Property and shall be taxed pursuant to the provisions of Section C.1.
Item 9.8 – CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.8
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject/ Title: Resolution to Award Bid for the Silverock Road Overlay Project between Patterson Road and Oakdale Road to Dirt Dynasty, Inc. and Authorize Execution of Future Change Orders
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Kathleen Cleek, Capital Projects/Regulatory Compliance Manager Laura Graybill, Senior Project Coordinator
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that City Council approve two (2) actions by a roll call vote:
1. Adopt a Resolution to Award bid to the lowest responsible bidder, Dirt Dynasty, Inc.; and
2. Authorize the City Manager to execute Change Orders within total project budget.
SUMMARY
The City of Riverbank will be using Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTPL) Funds and Measure L – Streets and Roads Funds for the road rehabilitation-overlay including removal and replacement of out of compliance with American with Disabilities Act (ADA) curb return ramps and traffic striping. All work will occur within the City’s existing Right of Way along Silverock Road between Patterson Road and Oakdale Road.
The purpose of this project is to repair areas of failing or damaged pavement and to prevent further deterioration and extend the service life of Silverock Road.
The bid opening was held on Tuesday, July 8, 2025 to consider the bids for the Silverock Road Overaly Project between Patterson Road and Oakdale Road. The following bids were received:
Dirt Dynasty, Inc. $620,470.00
DSS Company dba Knife River Constrction $653,132.00
Martin Brothers Construction $1,044,193.00
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Work on the project includes, but is not limited to, furnishing all labor, materials, equipment, transportation, and incidentals necessary for, asphalt grinding & paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA access ramps, striping, traffic control, and all other work included on the plans.
Bids have been reviewed and Dirt Dynasty, Inc. has been identified as the lowest responsible bidder for the project.
It is requested that the City Council provide the City Manager authorization to execute Change Orders if they are within total budget.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Costs to be covered by Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTPL) Funds, $623,000.00 and Measure L – Street and Roads Funds, $202,143.00.
ATTACHMENT
1) Resolution 2025-
2) Site Map
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-___
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK,
CALIFORNIA, TO AWARD A CONTRACT FOR THE SILVEROCK ROAD
OVERLAY PROJECT BETWEEN PATTERSON ROAD AND OAKDALE ROAD WITH DIRT DYNASTY, INC., IN THE AMOUNT OF $620,470.00,
AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAID CONTRACT AND
APPROVE CHANGE ORDERS UP TO THE PROJECT CONTINGENCY FUND OF $204,673.00
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT
WHEREAS, the Silverock Road Overlay Project includes asphalt grinding & paving, curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA access ramps, striping, traffic control, and all other work included on the plans along Silverock Road; and
WHEREAS, the City published a Notice to Bidders inviting interested bidders to submit their sealed bids for the Project; and
WHEREAS, on July 8, 2025, the City of Riverbank received three (3) bids and publicly opened and read the bids; and
WHEREAS, the apparent responsive and responsible low bidder is Dirt Dynasty, Inc., in the amount of $620,470.00; and
WHEREAS, staff also recommends that the City Council approve a project contingency of $204,673.00 for the Project to fund additional work as needed during renovation and construction; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby approves a contract with Dirt Dynasty, Inc., in the amount of $620,470.00; and
AND NOW THEREFORE BE IT FURTHER RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank authorizes the City Manager to execute the said contract and approve change orders up to the project contingency funds of $204,673.00.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July 2025; motioned by Councilmember ________, seconded by Councilmember _________, and upon roll call was carried by the following City Council vote of:
ATTACHEMENT 1
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CC Resolution 2025-
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAINED:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
_________________________ _____________________________ Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Contract
SITE MAP
SILVEROCK ROAD OVERLAY PROJECT
BETWEEN PATTERSON ROAD AND OAKDALE ROAD
ATTACHMENT 2
Item 9.9 – CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.9
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Resolution to Approve a Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Heritage II with Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute the Agreement
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Joshua E. Mann, Director of Community Development
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider the attached resolution approving the Subdivision Improvement Agreement with Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC for Heritage II and directing the City Manager to execute the agreement.
SUMMARY
On September 17, 2024, the Planning Commission approved Resolution No. 2024-007 for the Architecture and Site Plan Review of the proposed Heritage II homes. The architecture and design of the residential dwellings are consistent with the adjacent subdivisions and can be considered a subsequent phase of the already built Heritage I subdivision. The developer has begun grading and installing improvements for Heritage II. On October 8, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024-097, approving Vesting Tentative Map 01-2024 and related conditions of approval which set forth infrastructure obligations and conditions related to the development and build out of approximately 47 residential lots on 5.90± acres.
One of the last steps in the subdivision map process is the approval of a Final Map which subdivides the parcel into the individual lots planned for homes, streets, utilities, and parkland or other public areas. Commonly, there are two ways to achieve a Final Map. The first way is for the developer to install all required infrastructure improvements (roads, street lighting, water/sewer lines, etc) in advance of requesting the final map.
The second way is to enter into a Subdivision Improvement Agreement (“SIA”) and submit bonds, which provide security for the City that the improvements will be
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completed as required by the tentative map conditions of approval. In the past, the City has used both methods depending on the individual needs and timelines of each project.
Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC has begun the process of on-site grading and is installing infrastructure improvements. They have requested that Council consider approving their final map (also agendized for this Council meeting). As such, the Riverbank Municipal Code (“RMC”) requires that a Subdivision Improvement Agreement be approved in advance of the approval of a final map.
Exhibit A is a standard Subdivision Improvement Agreement that lays out many of the bonding and insurance requirements set forth in the Riverbank Municipal Code. Specific items in the agreement have been tailored to fit the circumstances of Heritage II.
Approval of this document will allow the developer to request final map consideration by Council.
The estimated cost of the required infrastructure improvements for Heritage II are approximately $225,354.50. This estimate has been reviewed and approved by the City Engineer. RMC §152.076 requires that two specific improvement securities be filed with the City: the first security (bond) shall secure faithful performance of the agreement in an amount equal to 100% of the estimated cost of the improvements and the second security shall secure the obligations set forth in Cal Govt. Code §66499.3(b) of payment of the contractor, his subcontractors and to persons renting equipment or furnishing labor or materials to them for the improvements, and shall be in an amount equal to 50% of the total estimated cost of the improvements. The Municipal Code provides a variety of options for developers to provide these securities, including the provision of bonds to the City Clerk. The City Attorney reviews these documents as to form.
CREDITS & REIMBURSEMENTS
Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC has submitted two requests for credits or reimbursements related to the development of the Heritage II subdivision. The first request is for a waiver of the Storm Water System Development Fee (SDF). As the project will connect to the Diamond Bar East Regional Basin rather than the City’s storm drain system, a full waiver of the Storm SDF is being requested and this request is consistent with past City practice in this area. A detailed breakdown of the project’s SDF obligations by category is provided in the table below and reflects the proposed waiver.
In addition to the Storm SDF waiver, the developer is requesting park-in-lieu fee credits for a proposed Pocket Park to be constructed within the Heritage II subdivision. The developer has submitted a cost estimate for the full build-out of the Pocket Park, which has been capped at a not-to-exceed amount of $65,000. This amount would be applied as a credit toward the total park-in-lieu fee. The current parkland dedication obligation for the project is 0.82 acres.
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Heritage II SDF Obligation
SDF Fee Category SDF Fee per Unit Heritage II
(47 lots)
Water $10,085.00 $473,995.00
Sewer $4,397.00 $206,659.00
Storm $9,938.00 $0.00
Parks/Rec $5,617.00 $263,999.00
Gen. Gov / Police $2,034.00 $95,598.00
Traffic $4,282.00 $201,254.00
5% Admin $1,817.00 $85,399.00
TOTAL $38,170.00 $1,326,904.00
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no direct financial impact as a result of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement. However, approval of the SIA will allow the review and approval of the Final Map and facilitate the development of single-family residential units and associated amenities.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution 2025 -
Exhibit A - Subdivision Improvement Agreement between the City of Riverbank and Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC for Heritage II – without attachments
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK
APPROVING A SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT FOR THE HERTAGE II
SUBDIVISION WITH SUMMERFAIRE COMMERCE CENTER, LLC
AND AUTHORIZING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL” DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC is the property owner of The Heritage II, a proposed 47 lot subdivision on approximately 5.90± acres; and WHEREAS, on October 8, 2024, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2024- 097, approving Tentative Subdivision Map No. 01-2024 (“the Heritage Collection Tentative Map”) and related conditions of approval, which set forth the infrastructure obligations and conditions related to the development and build out of 47 residential lots on 5.90± acres;
WHEREAS, significant infrastructure improvements are needed in order to serve the area for future growth; and
WHEREAS, Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC is close to completing the infrastructure for The Heritage II; and
WHEREAS, Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC will be requesting that Council consider approval of a Final Map for The Heritage II at tonight’s City Council meeting; and WHEREAS, the Riverbank Municipal Code requires that if improvements are not complete when the Final Map is considered for approval, a subdivision improvement agreement be entered into; and
WHEREAS, the Subdivision Improvement Agreement has been developed in cooperation with Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC and City of Riverbank staff.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby declares the following:
1. The City Council approves the Subdivision Improvement Agreement as presented (Exhibit A); and
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CC Resolution 2025-
2. The City Council directs the City Manager to execute the attached Subdivision Improvement Agreement subject to verification and receipt of the securities required within the agreement and any other requirements as set forth by the agreement.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the __ day of July 2025; motioned by Councilmember ______, seconded by Councilmember ______, and upon roll call was carried by the following vote of ___:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________ ________________________
Gabriela Hernandez, CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A – Subdivision Improvement Agreement
SUBDIVISION IMPROVEMENT AGREEMENT
City of Riverbank
NAME OF PROJECT: HERITAGE II
(referred to as “Project”)
NAME OF SUBDIVIDER: SUMMERFAIRE COMMERCE CENTER, LLC
(referred to as “Subdivider”)
PARCEL OR TENTATIVE MAP
APPROVAL(S):
CITY COUNCIL RESOLUTIONS 2024-097 &
2024-098
(referred to as “Project Approvals”)
IMPROVEMENT PLANS: APPROVED BY CITY ENGINEER 12/16/25
APPROVED BY COMMUNITY
DEVELOPMENT DIRECTOR 12/16/25
(referred to as “Improvement Plans”)
ESTIMATED COST OF REMAING
IMPROVEMENTS: $225,354.50
COMPLETION PERIOD:
FORM OF SECURITY: TBD
12 Months
[ ] Surety bond
[ ] Letter of Credit
[ ] Cash deposit
[ ] Other
RECORDING REQUESTED BY AND
WHEN RECORDED RETURN TO:
City of Riverbank
6707 3rd St.
Riverbank, CA 95367
Attn: City Clerk
Exempt from recording fees
(Government Code §§ 6103 and 27383)
(Space above this line for Recorder’s use)
ATTACHMENT 2
NAME AND ADDRESS OF SURETY (if applicable):
TBD
(Name of Corporate Entity)
_________________________________
_________________________________
This Subdivision Improvement Agreement (“Agreement”) is made and entered into by City of Riverbank, a California municipal corporation (the “City”), and SUMMERFAIRE COMMERCE CENTER, LLC (“Subdivider”). City and Subdivider may individually be referred to herein as a “Party” or collectively as the “Parties.” There are no other parties to this Agreement.
RECITALS
A. Subdivider owns or controls parcels of land located in City, as more fully described in Exhibit A attached hereto (the “Property”).
B. Subdivider seeks to subdivide the Property in accordance with the Project Approvals.
C. The Project is subject to the Subdivision Map Act (Gov. Code, § 66410 et seq.) and City ordinances and regulations related to the filing, approval, and recordation of subdivision maps, and also the requirements and conditions contained in the Project Approvals (collectively, the “Subdivision Laws”).
D. The Parties desire to enter into this Agreement in order to facilitate completion of all improvements required for the Project (“Improvements”).
E. Subdivider is required to prepare Improvement Plans for the construction, installation, and completion of all Improvements required for the Project, subject to City’s approval.
F. The Improvements shall conform to the Subdivision Laws, and all applicable City standards and policies related to the Improvements (collectively, the “Improvement Standards”).
G. Subdivider has filed a Final Map for the Project in accordance with the Subdivision Laws. City will record the Final Map after this Agreement becomes effective, and after Subdivider has provided the securities required for the Improvements, as set forth in this Agreement.
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual covenants and benefits that accrue to each, the Parties agree as follows:
AGREEMENT
Section 1. Effective Date. This Agreement shall become effective on the date that all of the following have occurred: (i) City approves Improvement Plans provided by Subdivider; (ii) Subdivider provides securities to City to guarantee completion of the Improvements; and (iii) both Subdivider and City have executed this Agreement (the “Effective Date”).
Section 2. Term. This Agreement shall terminate after (i) City records a Notice of Completion for the Improvements, and (ii) City releases the securities required for the Improvements. Any provisions in this Agreement that are intended to survive such termination, by their express terms or nature of the obligation, shall survive such termination.
Section 3. Estimated Cost of Improvements. The total estimated cost of the Improvements, as provided by Subdivider and reviewed and confirmed by City, is attached hereto as Exhibit B (“Cost Estimate”).
Section 4. Dedication. Except as otherwise provided in this Agreement or in the action of the City Council approving the Final Map, City hereby rejects all lands, rights-of-way and easements offered for dedication on the Final Map or by separate instrument. Such offers, however, shall remain open and constitute irrevocable offers of dedication in accordance with Government Code § 66477.2.
Section 5. Subdivider Obligations. Subdivider shall perform each of the following obligations throughout the term of this Agreement, as conditions precedent to City’s issuance of a building permit for any lot within the Project.
A. Construct and install at Subdivider’s own expense all the Improvements, as shown on the Improvement Plans. The Improvement Plans may only be modified by Subdivider subject to prior written approval by City.
B. Commence construction of the Improvements within three (3) months from the Effective Date. Subdivider shall notify City in writing three (3) days before the commencement of construction of the Improvements.
C. Complete all Improvements within twelve (12) months from the Effective Date, unless otherwise approved or extended in writing by City, after written application by Subdivider. Such written request for extension shall state in reasonable detail the grounds for such extension. In granting any extension of time, City may require new Securities to reflect increases in the costs of constructing the Improvements or any other conditions related to the extension of time.
D. Furnish and pay for all necessary equipment, labor and materials to complete the Improvements in conformity with the Improvement Standards.
E. Replace or repair all public improvements, private property, public utility facilities, and surveying or subdivision monuments that are destroyed or damaged in the performance of the work. Subdivider shall bear the entire cost of any such replacements or repairs.
Any repair or replacement work shall be to the satisfaction of City.
F. Provide safe access for inspection of the Improvements by City.
G. Give good and adequate warning to the public of each and every dangerous condition existing on or near the Improvements, and take reasonable action to protect the public from any such dangerous condition.
H. Perform all construction work for the Improvements between 7:00 a.m. and 7:00 p.m. on weekdays (Monday through Friday), unless otherwise approved in writing by City.
I. Require each contractor and subcontractor to have a competent foreman on the job at all times when that contractor or subcontractor, or any employee or agent thereof, is performing any work for the Improvements. Subdivider shall maintain an office with a telephone on the Property. While construction work is being performed on the Improvements, Subdivider or an agent of Subdivider shall be available at the Property within three (3) hours of being called by City.
J. Assume all costs for utility and cable television undergrounding or relocation which is not the responsibility of the cable television, gas, electric, telephone or other utility company under the terms of any franchises with City or otherwise imposed upon the utility companies by law.
K. Obtain and comply with all necessary permits and licenses for the construction and installation of the Improvements, give all necessary notices, and pay all fees and taxes required by law.
Section 6. Inspections. All Improvements shall be constructed under the inspection of City employees or contractors (collectively “City Inspectors”). Upon completion of the Improvements, Subdivider may request a final inspection by City Inspectors. City shall not record the Notice of Completion unless Subdivider has completed all work in accordance with the Improvement Plans and Improvement Standards. If City Inspectors determine that the Improvements have been completed in accordance with the Improvement Plans and Improvement Standards, certification of the completion of the Improvements shall be presented to the City Council, to accept or reject in its sole discretion, and City shall thereafter record a Notice of Completion for the Improvements.
City Inspectors shall have the right to inspect the Improvements for a period of twelve (12) months after the Notice of Completion has been recorded. Subdivider shall bear all costs of inspection, including but not limited to, the costs of all third-party inspectors used for the Project.
Section 7. Title to Improvements. City shall not accept any property to be dedicated, or title to the Improvements, unless they are constructed in conformity with the Improvement Plans and Improvement Standards to the satisfaction of City. Subdivider shall retain title to, shall be responsible for, and shall bear the risk of loss to, any of the Improvements constructed or installed, until such time that City accepts the Improvements. Title to and ownership of the Improvements and any real property to be dedicated shall vest absolutely in City upon completion and acceptance of such Improvements. The Improvements shall be entirely free from all liens prior to City’s acceptance. Prior to acceptance, at City’s request, Subdivider shall supply City with appropriate lien releases, at no cost to and in a form acceptable to City.
Section 8. Acceptance of Improvements. The Improvements shall be deemed accepted only after: (A) acceptance by the City Council upon recommendation of the City Engineer, after satisfactory completion and inspection of all Improvements, and (B) issuance of a Notice of Completion by the City Engineer. Such acceptance shall not constitute a waiver by City of any defects or deficiencies in the Improvements.
Section 9. Damage to Improvements. Subdivider is solely responsible for the care and maintenance of, and any damage to, the Improvements, prior to final acceptance by City.
Subdivider shall replace or repair all Improvements, utility facilities, and monuments that are damaged or destroyed for any reason, regardless of the cause of damage or the ownership of the underlying property. Any repair or replacement shall be to the satisfaction of City.
Section 10. Acquisition and Dedication of Easements or Rights-of-Way. If any of the Improvements are to be constructed or installed on land not within the Property or an already existing public right-of-way, no construction or installation shall commence before:
A. The irrevocable offer of dedication or conveyance to City by Subdivider of appropriate rights-of-way, easements or other interests in real property, as determined by City; or B. Authorization from the affected property owner to allow construction or installation of the Improvements; or
C. The issuance of an order of possession by a court of competent jurisdiction pursuant to the State Eminent Domain Law (Code Civ. Proc., § 1230.010 et seq.). Subdivider shall comply in all respects with any such order of possession.
Section 11. Repair of Defective Work After Acceptance of Improvements. If, within a period of one (1) year after final acceptance of the Improvements, any portion of the Improvements or any work done under this Agreement fails to fulfill any of the requirements of this Agreement or conform to the Improvement Plans or Improvement Standards, Subdivider shall without delay and without any cost to City, repair, replace or reconstruct any defective or otherwise unsatisfactory part of the Improvements. If Subdivider fails to act promptly in accordance with this requirement, or if the exigencies of the situation require repairs or replacements to be made before Subdivider can be notified or correct the situation, then City may, at its option, make the necessary repairs or replacements or perform the necessary work. In such event, City shall first call on the Warranty Security (as defined herein) to pay the costs of the work. Subdivider shall remain responsible for the actual cost of the work performed by City plus fifteen percent (15%), excluding the amount received by City under the Warranty Security.
Section 11. Securities.
A. Types of Security. Subdivider shall secure completion of the Improvements by providing the following securities (collectively, the “Securities”), to be attached as Exhibits C through E:
i. Performance Security. A performance security that is one hundred percent (100%) of the total Cost Estimate, securing the Subdivider’s faithful performance and completion of the Improvements (“Performance Security”). ii. Payment Security. An additional amount that is fifty percent (50%) of the total Cost Estimate, securing Subdivider’s payment to any contractor, subcontractor, person renting or supplying equipment, or furnishing labor and materials for the Improvements (“Payment Security”).
iii. Warranty. An additional amount of ten percent (10%) of the total Cost Estimate, for the guarantee and warranty of the Improvements against any defective work or labor done, or defective materials, for a period of one (1) year following their completion and acceptance by City (“Warranty Security”). Upon Subdivider’s reasonable request, the Warranty Security may be posted after the Final Map is accepted but immediately prior to all public improvements being deemed complete and accepted by City.
B. Conditions of Security.
i. Bonds. Any bonds submitted as the Securities shall be executed by a surety company authorized to conduct a surety business in California and shall be in a form as specified by the Subdivision Laws.
ii. Irrevocable. All Securities deposited as bonds under this Agreement shall be irrevocable, shall not be limited as to time (except as to the guarantee and warranty period), and shall provide that they may be released, in whole or part, only upon the written approval of City, as provided under the Subdivision Laws and subdivision C below. All Securities shall expressly obligate the surety for any extension of time authorized by City for Subdivider’s completion of the Improvements, whether or not the surety is given notice of such an extension by City.
iii. Replacement. If Subdivider seeks to replace any of the Securities, such replacement security shall: (1) comply with all requirements of this Agreement; (2) be provided by Subdivider to City; and (3) upon written acceptance by City, be deemed to be a part of this Agreement. Upon City’s acceptance of a replacement security, the earlier provided Security may be released.
C. Release of Securities. The Securities required by this Agreement shall be released in accordance with the Subdivision Laws and the following provisions:
i. Performance Security. City shall release the Performance Security after recording a Notice of Completion for all the Improvements, or as may otherwise be authorized in accordance with the Subdivision Laws.
ii. Payment Security. The Payment Security may, six (6) months after the Notice of Completion is recorded by City, be reduced to an amount equal to the amount of all claims filed related to the Improvements and for which notice has been given to City. The balance of the Payment Security shall be released upon the settlement of all claims and obligations for which the Payment Security was given.
iii. Warranty. The Securities provided for guarantee and warranty of workmanship shall be released after one (1) year following recordation of a Notice of Completion for the Improvements. If, however, City determines there are defects in the Improvements that require correction pursuant to Section 11 above, and Subdivider fails to correct such defects within a reasonable time, City may utilize the Securities to make all necessary corrections, including payment of reasonable expenses and attorney’s fees in connection with enforcement of any provision of this Agreement.
D. Records. Evidence of the Securities required by this Agreement shall be kept on file with City.
Section 12. Modified Improvements. In the event of changes to the Improvement Standards or other local, state or federal laws applicable to the Improvements occurring after the Effective Date, City reserves the right to require such modifications to Improvements not yet commenced by Subdivider. The modifications shall be incorporated into the Improvement Plans and resubmitted to City for approval prior to construction. Upon receiving written notification from City of the modified Improvements, Subdivider shall resubmit Improvement Plans to City. In the event City requires modifications to the Improvements, Subdivider shall provide an updated Cost Estimate for the Improvements and new Securities in accordance with the updated Cost Estimate, as may be required by City. This Section shall not apply to any Improvements for which Subdivider has already commenced construction.
Section 13. Default of Subdivider.
A. Breach. Subdivider shall be deemed to have materially breached this Agreement based on, but not limited to, any of the following occurrences: (i) failure to timely complete construction of the Improvements; (ii) failure to timely cure any defect in the Improvements to the satisfaction of City; (iii) failure to timely deposit additional Securities as may be required by this Agreement; (iv) Subdivider’s insolvency, appointment of a receiver, or the filing of any petition in bankruptcy either voluntary or involuntary which Subdivider fails to discharge within thirty (30) days; (v) the commencement of a foreclosure action against the Project or a portion thereof, or any conveyance in-lieu or in avoidance of foreclosure; or (vi) failure to perform any other material obligation under this Agreement, as determined by the Engineer.
B. Notice of Breach; Default. In the event of any material breach of this Agreement, City shall serve written notice upon Subdivider and Subdivider’s surety, if any, informing Subdivider and its surety of the breach. Subdivider shall have twenty (20) days from receipt of written notice by City to cure any breach. If the breach is not cured, or significant progress towards curing the breach is not made, Subdivider shall be considered in default.
C. Remedies; Performance by City.
i. In the event of Subdivider’s default under this Agreement, and the twenty (20)-day cure period has expired without such default having been cured, Subdivider authorizes City to complete all work on the Improvements at the sole expense of Subdivider, and Subdivider authorizes City to utilize the Securities to complete all work on the Improvements and to pay all labor costs of contractors, subcontractors and workers related to the Improvements. In the event of a default by Subdivider, City may (a) take over and complete the Improvements, by contract or by any other method chosen by City, at the expense of Subdivider, (b) Subdivider shall be liable to City for any excess cost or damages incurred by City, including but not limited to costs of suit and attorney’s fees, and (c) City may take possession of, and utilize such materials, appliances, equipment, plant and other property belonging to Subdivider as may be necessary for completion of the Improvements.
ii. Failure of Subdivider to comply with the terms of this Agreement shall constitute consent to the filing by City of a notice of violation against all lots within the Project, or to rescind the approval or otherwise revert the Project to acreage. iii. The failure of City to take an enforcement action with respect to a default or breach, or to declare a default or breach, shall not be construed as a waiver of that default or breach or any subsequent default or breach of Subdivider. iv. In addition to the remedies described in this Section, City reserves to itself all remedies available to it at law or in equity for breach of Subdivider’s obligations under this Agreement. The right of City to draw upon or utilize the Securities is additional to and not inlieu of any other remedy available to City. Subdivider agrees that the choice of remedy or remedies for Subdivider’s default shall be at the discretion of City.
D. Lien. In accordance with the Subdivision Laws (Gov. Code, § 66499), the recordation of this Agreement creates a lien attached to the Property underlying the Project and has the priority of a judgment lien in the amount necessary to complete the Improvements.
Section 14. Other Agreements for Improvements. Nothing contained in this Agreement shall preclude City from entering into agreements with Subdivider or other parties for the apportionment of costs of water or sewer mains, or other improvements, pursuant to the provisions of City ordinances providing therefore, nor shall anything in this Agreement commit City to any such apportionment.
Section 15. Indemnity.
A. No Liability. City elected and appointed councils, commissions, officers, agents, employees and representatives (“City Agents”) shall not be liable or responsible for any accident, loss or damage relating to the Improvements prior to completion of the Improvements.
All such risks shall be the responsibility of and are hereby expressly assumed by Subdivider.
B. Indemnity/Hold Harmless. City and City Agents shall not be liable, and Subdivider agrees to indemnify, hold harmless, and defend City and City Agents from any and all liability for claims of damage which may arise as a result of any negligent acts or omissions by Subdivider or its agents, contractors, or employees in connection with the construction or operation of the Improvements. This indemnification and agreement to hold harmless shall extend to (i) injuries to persons and property, (ii) the taking of property resulting from the design or construction of the Project and the Improvements, and (iii) injuries to adjacent property owners as a consequence of the construction of the Project and the Improvements. Acceptance by City of the Improvements shall not constitute an assumption by City of any responsibility for any damage covered by this Section.
C. Indemnity of Project Approval. Subdivider shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless City and City Agents from any claim, action, or proceeding to attack, set aside, void, or annul, any approval by City concerning the Project. Subdivider shall not be required to pay or perform any settlement unless the settlement is approved by Subdivider. City shall not be liable for approving, reviewing, checking, or correcting any plans or specifications or for approving, reviewing or inspecting any Improvements.
D. Design Defects. After acceptance of the Improvements, the Subdivider shall remain obligated to eliminate any defect in design or dangerous condition caused by a latent design or construction defect. Provisions of this paragraph shall remain in full force and effect for ten (10) years following acceptance by City of the Improvements. It is the intent of this Section that Subdivider shall be responsible for all liability for design and construction of the Improvements pursuant to this Agreement and that City shall not be liable for any negligence, nonfeasance, misfeasance, or malfeasance in approving, reviewing, checking, or correcting any plans or specifications or in approving, reviewing or inspecting the Improvements.
Section 16. Insurance. Prior to commencing work on the Improvements, Subdivider shall present to City proof of insurance for the following policies, in a form acceptable to City.
A. Commercial General Liability. No less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) per occurrence and an aggregate limit of not less than Four Million Dollars ($4,000,000.00). Such insurance shall also:
i. Name City and City Agents as insured by endorsement with respect to performance of this Agreement. The coverage shall contain no special limitation on the scope of its protection afforded to City and City Agents.
ii. Be primary with respect to any insurance or self-insurance programs covering City and City Agents.
B. Automotive Liability Insurance. No less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) for each occurrence. Such insurance shall also:
i. Name City and City Agents as insured by endorsement with respect to performance of this Agreement. The coverage shall contain no special limitation on the scope of its protection afforded to City and City Agents.
ii. Be primary with respect to any insurance or self-insurance programs covering City and City Agents; and
iii. Workers’ Compensation and Employers’ Liability Insurance.
Subdivider and its subcontractors shall, to the extent required by California law, maintain workers’ compensation insurance and, to the extent applicable, Employer’s Liability Insurance. The Employer’s Liability Insurance shall be no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) per accident for bodily injury or disease.
Section 17. Administration. The department director primarily responsible for the Project shall interpret and administer this Agreement on behalf of City (“Director”). Any decision by the Director may be appealed to the City Manager. Should a disagreement arise between the Parties with respect to the City Manager’s interpretation or administration of any provision of this Agreement, such decision may be appealed to the City Council within fifteen (15) days of the City Manager's decision.
Section 18. Notices. Any notice or communication pertaining to this Agreement shall be sent to the addresses below in writing and delivered personally; or deposited with a courier service or in the United States mail. All notices and communications sent by personal delivery, courier service, or mail shall be accompanied by a copy sent by email to the addresses specified below. If personally delivered, a notice shall be deemed to have been given when delivered to the Party to whom it is addressed. If given by registered or certified mail, such notice or communication shall be deemed to have been received on the first to occur of (A) actual receipt by any of the addressees specified below, or (B) three (3) days after a registered or certified letter containing such notice, properly addressed, is deposited in the United States mail. If given by courier service, a notice or communication shall be deemed to have been received on the date delivered as shown on a receipt issued by the courier. Either Party may update the contact information below at any time.
If to City: City of Riverbank
6707 Third St.
Riverbank CA 95367
Attn: Community Development Director
Email:[email protected]
with copy to: City of Riverbank
6707 Third St.
Riverbank CA 95367
Attn: City Clerk
Email:[email protected]
with copy to: White Brenner LLP
1608 T St.
Sacramento, CA 95811
Email: [email protected]
If to Subdivider: Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC
Attention: Mark Trinta
1920 Standiford Ave. Ste. 1
Modesto, CA. 95350
Email: [email protected]
with copy to: SC Mothersell Sr
Email: [email protected]
Section 19. Fee Credit Offsets. Unless otherwise provided herein, the Project is subject to all applicable System Development Fees (“SDF Fees”) and “Park In-Lieu Fees” charged by City to new development. The following terms and conditions shall apply to the Project’s fee obligations:
A. Storm Drainage SDF Fee. Upon completion of the Improvements, the Project will have fully mitigated its obligation for storm drainage and will have no further obligations for payment of City’s Storm Drainage SDF Fee.
B. Credit for Park In-Lieu Fee. The Project shall be entitled to receive fee credits against City’s Park-in-Lieu Fee for costs related to the pocket park dedication at the southeast corner of Sierra Street and Claus Road, in an amount not to exceed Sixty-Five Thousand Dollars ($65,000.00). The Parties acknowledge that this fee credit amount is based on the land value, construction costs, and soft costs for the pocket park reviewed by City. The final fee credit amount shall be based on Subdivider’s actual costs of constructing the pocket park, subject to verification by City.
C. Other Conditions. The following conditions shall apply to the fee credits described in this section:
i. City shall have no obligation to provide the reimbursement described herein until City’s formal acceptance of the Improvements (including the pocket park), by written notice from City, or resolution of the City Council. ii. City’s General Fund shall not be liable for the payment of any obligations arising from this Agreement. The credit or taxing power of the City is not pledged for the payment of any obligation arising from this Agreement. iii. City shall have no obligation to provide the reimbursement described herein if Subdivider is in default of any monetary obligation to the City with respect to the Project, including without limitation, plan check and inspection fees, ad valorem property taxes, special taxes, or special assessments.
iv. City will have no obligation to provide any reimbursement until Subdivider has cleared any and all liens, claims and monetary encumbrances from the Improvements and provided the required documentation, guarantee and assurance in writing, to the reasonable satisfaction of City.
Section 20. General Provisions:
A. Recitals. The recitals above (“Recitals”) are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into and made part of this Agreement. In the event of any inconsistency between the Recitals and the Sections contained in this Agreement, the Sections shall prevail.
B. Governing Law; Venue. The validity, interpretation and performance of this Agreement shall be controlled by and construed pursuant to the laws of the State of California.
Venue for any legal proceedings initiated in connection with this Agreement shall be in the Superior Court for Stanislaus County.
C. Compliance with Laws. Subdivider, its agents, employees, contractors, and subcontractors shall comply with all federal, state and local laws in the performance of the work required by this Agreement, including but not limited to all Subdivision Laws, Improvement Standards, and all federal, state and local labor laws. Subdivider shall, at its expense, be responsible for obtaining all applicable licenses and permits.
D. Severability. If any provision of this Agreement is held invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, or if any provision of this Agreement is rendered invalid or unenforceable according to the terms of any federal or state statute, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall be construed to give effect to the intent of this Agreement.
E. Waiver. The waiver by either Party of a breach by the other of any provision of this Agreement shall not constitute a continuing waiver or a waiver of any subsequent breach of the same or a different provision of this Agreement. No Party shall be deemed to have made any such waiver unless it is in writing and signed by the Party so waiving.
F. Integration. It is the intention of the Parties that this Agreement shall supersede any prior agreements, discussions, commitments, representations or agreements, written, electronic or oral, between the Parties with respect to the subject matter contained herein.
G. Mandatory and Permissive. “Shall” and “will” and “agrees” are mandatory. “May” or “can” are permissive.
H. Calendar Days. Unless otherwise specified, all “days” referred to in this Agreement are calendar days.
I. No Agency Relationship. Neither Subdivider nor any of Subdivider’s agents, contractors, or employees are or shall be considered to be agents of City in connection with the performance of Subdivider’s obligations under this Agreement.
J. Assignment. Subdivider shall not assign any of its obligations under this Agreement without the prior written consent of City. City shall not release any Security given to secure the performance of any Improvements not assigned.
K. Covenant Running With the Land. All representations, covenants and warranties specifically set forth in this Agreement, by or on behalf of or for the benefit of any or all of the Parties, shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of such Party, its successors and assigns.
L. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed simultaneously and in several counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but which together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
M. Further Acts. Parties agree that they shall cooperate in good faith to accomplish the objectives of this Agreement and to that end, agree to execute and deliver such other instruments or documents as may be necessary and convenient to fulfill the purposes and intentions of this Agreement.
N. Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement in each covenant and term and condition herein.
O. Authority. Each Party executing this Agreement certifies, in their individual or corporate capacity that (i) they have legal or equitable title to the applicable parcels subject to this Agreement; (ii) they are authorized to enter into this Agreement, and (iii) they have complied with all requirements under state or federal law for such person or entity to execute this Agreement.
P. Construction and Interpretation. It is agreed and acknowledged by Subdivider that the provisions of this Agreement have been arrived at through negotiation, and that Subdivider has had a full and fair opportunity to review this Agreement and to have such provisions reviewed by legal counsel. Therefore, any rule of construction that any ambiguities are to be resolved against the drafting Party shall not apply in construing this Agreement.
Q. Attorney Fees and Costs. If any action at law or in equity, including action for declaratory relief, is brought to enforce or interpret any provision of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to an award of reasonable attorney fees and costs, which may be set by the court in the same action or in a separate action brought for that purpose, in addition to any other relief to which such Party may be entitled.
R. Modification. This Agreement may be amended only by a written instrument signed by the Parties. Any approval or consent that is to be given by City pursuant to this Agreement shall be in writing, and any approval or consent that is not in writing shall not be binding on City.
S. Exhibits. All exhibits attached hereto are incorporated into and made part of this Agreement:
Exhibit A: Legal Description of Property
Exhibit B: Cost Estimate for Improvements
Exhibit C: Performance Security
Exhibit D: Payment Security
Exhibit E: Warranty Security
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have executed this Agreement as of the dates signed below.
CITY:
City of Riverbank,
a California municipality
By:
Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Date:
ATTEST:
By:
Gabriela Hernandez, City Clerk
SUBDIVIDER:
Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC
A Nevada Limited Liability Company
By:
Print:
Title:
Date: __________________
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:
Tom Hallinan, City Attorney
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ________________
On ______________________before me, ______________________________, a notary public, personally appeared __________________________, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person9s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature (Seal)
STATE OF CALIFORNIA
COUNTY OF ________________
On ______________________before me, ______________________________, a notary public, personally appeared __________________________, who proved to me on the basis of satisfactory evidence to be the person(s) whose name(s) is/are subscribed to the within instrument and acknowledged to me that he/she/they executed the same in his/her/their authorized capacity(ies), and that by his/her/their signature(s) on the instrument the person9s), or the entity upon behalf of which the person(s) acted, executed the instrument.
I certify under PENALTY OF PERJURY under the laws of the State of California that the foregoing paragraph is true and correct.
WITNESS my hand and official seal.
Signature (Seal)
EXHIBIT A
Legal Description of Property
Real property in the City of Riverbank, County of Stanislaus, State of California, described as follows:
Parcels "A" and "B", as shown on that certain Parcel Map filed April 18, 1975, in Book 21 of Parcel Maps, at Page 13, Stanislaus County Records. Together with the following described portion of land:
A portion of Parcels "C" and "D" of said Parcel Map lying West of the following described line:
Commencing at the Northerly common corner of Parcel "A" and Parcel "D" of said Parcel Map; thence along the North line of said Parcel "D", S 89° 42' 07'' E, a distance of 55.24 feet to the true Point of Beginning; thence leaving said North line, S 00° 17' 53" W, a distance of 434.67 feet to a point on the South line of Parcel "C" and the end of the herein described line.
This legal description is made pursuant to that certain certificate approving a Lot Line Adjustment, Certificate No. 01-2022, recorded July 7, 2022 as Instrument No. 2022-0047827 of Official Records.
APN: 062-039-048-000, New APN not yet assessed, formerly 062-020-033-000
EXHIBIT B
Cost Estimate for Improvements
EXHIBIT C
Performance Security
EXHIBIT D
Payment Security
EXHIBIT E
Warranty Security
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9.10
SECTION 9: CONSENT CALENDAR
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject/ Title: Resolution to Approve a Final Map for the Heritage II Subdivision at 6648 Claus Road – APN: 062-039-048
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Joshua E. Mann, Director of Community Development
RECOMMENDATION
Approve the Final Map (“FM”) for the Hertiage II Subdivision based on the required finding that the map is in conformity with the provisions of subdivision law and city code.
BACKGROUND
The developer of this project Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC has submitted a request to record the Final Map for their 47-lot single family residential subdivison located at the southeast corner of Sierra Street and Claus Road.
On September 17, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2024-006, approving Vesting Tentative Map 01-2024 and related conditions of approval which set forth the infrastructure obligations and conditions related to the site development and build out of approximately 47 residential lots on 5.90± acres (see Attachment 2 – Heritage II - Approved Tentative Map). The project’s Subdivions Improvement Agreement is being processed concurently and is on the same City Council Agenda as this Final Map request as Item 9.9.
Pursuant to Riverbank Municipal Code Section §152.074 (C)(2), the City Council shall, at the meeting at which it receives the map or at its next regular meeting after the meeting at which it receives the map, approve the map if it is determined to be in conformity with the provisions of law and of this chapter. The Council shall disapprove the map if it is
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determined not to be in conformity with the provisions of law and of this chapter and shall advise the subdivider of its disapproval, and the reason or reasons thereof.
The City Engineer and Community Development Director have reviewed the Final Map (Exhibit A) and confirmed that it substantially complies with City standards and the conditions of the approved Tentative Map. The estimated parkland obligation for the 47- lot residential subdivision is 0.82 acres, based on a standard density of 3.5 persons per dwelling unit and city’s parkland requirement of 1-acre per 58 dwelling units. The subdivider has indicated an intent to satisfy this obligation through a combination of Parkin-Lieu fees and credits, as outlined in the project’s Subdivision Improvement Agreement.
The Project is compliant with CEQA – the Project qualified for a Notice of Exemption.
FISCAL IMPACT
None.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution 2025-
Exhibit A - Final Map
2. PC Resolution 2024-006 with approved Tentative Map
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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 THE FINAL MAP FOR THE HERITAGE II SUBDIVISION AT 6648 CLAUS ROAD (APN 062-039-048)
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC is the property owner and applicant for The Heritage II Final Map; and
WHEREAS, September 17, 2024, the Planning Commission adopted Resolution No. 2024-006 approving a Tentative Subdivision Map for forty-seven (47) residential lots on 5.90± acres of land within the city limits of Riverbank; and WHEREAS, the City has now received a Final Map application to subdivide the approximately 5.90± acre site into forty-seven (47) residential lots at the subject site; and WHEREAS, the estimated parkland obligation for the 47-lot residential subdivision is 0.82 acres; and
WHEREAS, the City Engineer and Director of Community Development have reviewed the Final Map and have determined that the plans are in substantial compliance with city standards and with the conditions placed upon the Tentative Map; and WHEREAS, pursuant to Riverbank Municipal Code Section §152.074 (C)(2), the City Council shall, at the meeting at which it receives the map or at its next regular meeting after the meeting at which it receives the map, approve the map if it is determined to be in conformity with the provisions of law and of this chapter.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby authorizes the City Engineer to record the Heritage II Final Map (Exhibit A) for Summerfaire Commerce Center, LLC upon determination that the map is in conformity with the provisions of state law.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July 2025; motioned by Councilmember ______, ATTACHMENT 1
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CC Resolution 2025-
seconded by Councilmember ______, and upon roll call was carried by the following vote of ___:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
ATTEST: APPROVED:
________________________ ________________________
Gabriela Hernandez,CMC Rachel Hernandez
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment: Exhibit A - Final Map
DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. OWNER'S STATEMENT: MARK A. TRINTA, SECRETARY CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISOR'S CERTIFICATE: THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THE OWNERS OF THE PROPERTY SHOWN ON THE ACCOMPANYING MAP HAVE FILED WITH THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS: A. A BOND OR DEPOSIT APPROVED BY SAID BOARD TO SECURE THE PAYMENT OF TAXES AND SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS COLLECTED AS TAXES, WHICH ARE AT THE TIME OF FILING THIS MAP, A LIEN AGAINST SAID PROPERTY OR ANY PART THEREOF. B. RECEIPTED TAX BILL OR BILLS OR SUCH OTHER EVIDENCE AS MAY BE REQUIRED BY SAID BOARD SHOWING FULL PAYMENT OF ALL APPLICABLE ELIZABETH A. KING CLERK OF THE BOARD OF SUPERVISORS. TAX COLLECTOR'S CERTIFICATE: DONNA RILEY STANISLAUS COUNTY TAX COLLECTOR. DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. PRINT NAME BY: , DEPUTY BY: , DEPUTY PRINT NAME SURVEYOR'S STATEMENT: DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025 DUSTIN BYRON WILTON, P.L.S. 8080 CITY LAND SURVEYOR'S STATEMENT: WILLIAM F. KULL, LS 5792 DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. CITY LAND SURVEYOR, CITY OF RIVERBANK PLANNING COMMISSION STATEMENT DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. DONNA M. KENNEY, SECRETARY PLANNING COMMISSION, CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA CITY CLERK'S STATEMENT: GABRIELA HERNANDEZ, CITY CLERK ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING JOB NO. 383F-24 SHEET 1 OF 3 CITY OF RIVERBANK PLANNING COMMISSION RES. NO. 2021-016 (CHECK ONE) OWNER: SCM HEARTHSTONE, LLC, A CALIFORNIA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY THIS MAP WAS PREPARED BY ME OR UNDER MY DIRECTION AND IS BASED UPON A FIELD SURVEY IN CONFORMANCE WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF THE SUBDIVISION MAP ACT AND LOCAL ORDINANCE AT THE REQUEST OF SCM HEARTHSTONE, LLC IN JANUARY, 2025. I HEREBY STATE THAT ALL THE MONUMENTS ARE OF THE CHARACTER AND OCCUPY THE POSITIONS INDICATED OR THAT THEY WILL BE SET IN THOSE POSITIONS ON OR BEFORE JANUARY, 2027 AND THAT THE MONUMENTS ARE SUFFICIENT TO ENABLE THE SURVEY TO BE RETRACED, AND THAT THIS FINAL MAP SUBSTANTIALLY CONFORMS TO THE CONDITIONALLY APPROVED TENTATIVE MAP. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THIS FINAL MAP SUBSTANTIALLY CONFORMS TO THE TENTATIVE MAP AND ANY ACTION TAKEN THEREON BY THE CITY OF RIVERBANK PLANNING COMMISSION AT A REGULAR MEETING HELD ON SEPTEMBER 17, 2024 BY RESOLUTION NO. 2024-006. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT AT ITS REGULAR MEETING HELD ON THE _______DAY OF ______________, 2025, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA, APPROVED THIS FINAL MAP AND HEREBY ACCEPTED ON BEHALF OF THE PUBLIC FOR PUBLIC USE, THE STREETS, AVENUES, ROADS, EASEMENTS, AND OTHER PUBLIC PLACES AND DEDICATIONS AS SHOWN ON THIS FINAL MAP. SAID ACCEPTANCE IS MADE UNDER AUTHORITY OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, RESOLUTION NO. 98-97, ADOPTED AUGUST 24, 1998. SAID APPROVAL IS NOT TO BE CONSTRUED AS ACCEPTANCE OF THE REMAINING STREETS SHOWN THEREON. DATED THIS ________ DAY OF __________________________, 2025 . I HEREBY STATE THAT I HAVE EXAMINED THIS MAP AND THE SUBDIVISION SHOWN HERON IS SUBSTANTIALLY THE SAME AS IT APPEARED ON THE TENTATIVE MAP, IF ANY, AND ANY APPROVED ALTERATIONS THEREOF. I FURTHER STATE THAT THIS MAP COMPLIES WITH ALL THE PROVISIONS OF CHAPTER 2 OF THE CALIFORNIA SUBDIVISION MAP ACT, AND THE CITY OF RIVERBANK MUNICIPAL CODE APPLICABLE AT THE TIME OF APPROVAL OF THE TENTATIVE MAP HAVE BE COMPLIED WITH, AND THE MAP IS TECHNICALLY CORRECT. THIS IS TO CERTIFY THAT THERE ARE NO LIENS AGAINST THIS SUBDIVISION OR ANY PART THEREOF FOR ANY UNPAID STATE, COUNTY, SCHOOLS, MUNICIPAL OR LOCAL TAXES, OR SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS, EXCEPT SPECIAL ASSESSMENTS OR TAXES NOT YET PAYABLE AGAINST THE LAND SHOWN ON THIS MAP. ASSESSOR'S PARCEL NO. 062-039-048 COUNTY RECORDER'S CERTIFICATE: DONNA LINDER FILED THIS DAY OF , 2025, AT O'CLOCK .M. IN BOOK OF MAPS, AT PAGE , STANISLAUS COUNTY RECORDS, AT THE REQUEST OF ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING GROUP, INC. INSTRUMENT NO. FEE PAID STANISLAUS COUNTY CLERK RECORDER BY: , DEPUTY PRINT NAME TAXES. STANISLAUS COUNTY, CALIFORNIA. CITY OF RIVERBANK VTSM 01-2021 COUNTY OF : NOTARY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT: STATE OF CALIFORNIA: A NOTARY PUBLIC OR OTHER OFFICER COMPLETING THIS CERTIFICATE VERIFIES ONLY THE IDENTITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL WHO SIGNED THE DOCUMENT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ATTACHED, AND NOT THE TRUTHFULNESS, ACCURACY, OR VALIDITY OF THAT DOCUMENT. ON BEFORE ME, , A NOTARY PUBLIC, PERSONALLY APPEARED, WHO PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE TO BE THE PERSON(S) WHOSE NAME(S) IS/ARE SUBSCRIBED TO THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGED TO ME THAT HE/SHE/THEY EXECUTED THE SAME IN HIS/HER/THEIR AUTHORIZED CAPACITY(IES), AND THAT BY HIS/HER/THEIR SIGNATURE(S) ON THE INSTRUMENT THE PERSON(S), OR THE ENTITY UPON BEHALF OF WHICH THE PERSON(S) ACTED, EXECUTED THE INSTRUMENT. I CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPH IS TRUE AND CORRECT. WITNESS MY HAND. , NOTARY PUBLIC PRINT NAME: COMMISSION NUMBER: COMMISSION EXPIRES: PRINCIPAL OFFICE LOCATION (COUNTY): HERITAGE COLLECTION UNIT NO. 2 BEING PARCEL A AS SHOWN ON THAT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT FILED AS DOC. NO. 2022-0047827, STANISLAUS COUNTY RECORDS, AND LYING WITHIN A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 10 EAST, MOUNT DIABLO MERIDIAN CITY OF RIVERBANK, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA JANUARY, 2025 FEE TITLE FOR PUBLIC PURPOSES: ALL STREET RIGHTS-OF-WAY AS SHOWN ON THIS MAP. RIGHTS-OF-WAY. WE ALSO OFFER THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN, DEDICATED IN PUBLIC PURPOSES: THE 10.00 FOOT WIDE PUBLIC UTILITY EASEMENTS ALONG ALL STREET WE OFFER FOR THE REAL PROPERTY DESCRIBED HEREIN, DEDICATED AS AN EASEMENT FOR TO THE MAKING AND FILING OF THIS MAP, IN THE OFFICE OF THE COUNTY RECORDER OF RIGHT, TITLE OR INTEREST OF RECORD IN THE LAND SHOWN ON THIS MAP, AND WE CONSENT WE, THE UNDERSIGNED, HEREBY STATE THAT WE ARE THE OWNERS OF, OR HAVE SOME COUNTY OF : NOTARY'S ACKNOWLEDGMENT: STATE OF CALIFORNIA: A NOTARY PUBLIC OR OTHER OFFICER COMPLETING THIS CERTIFICATE VERIFIES ONLY THE IDENTITY OF THE INDIVIDUAL WHO SIGNED THE DOCUMENT TO WHICH THIS CERTIFICATE IS ATTACHED, AND NOT THE TRUTHFULNESS, ACCURACY, OR VALIDITY OF THAT DOCUMENT. ON BEFORE ME, , A NOTARY PUBLIC, PERSONALLY APPEARED, WHO PROVED TO ME ON THE BASIS OF SATISFACTORY EVIDENCE TO BE THE PERSON(S) WHOSE NAME(S) IS/ARE SUBSCRIBED TO THE WITHIN INSTRUMENT AND ACKNOWLEDGED TO ME THAT HE/SHE/THEY EXECUTED THE SAME IN HIS/HER/THEIR AUTHORIZED CAPACITY(IES), AND THAT BY HIS/HER/THEIR SIGNATURE(S) ON THE INSTRUMENT THE PERSON(S), OR THE ENTITY UPON BEHALF OF WHICH THE PERSON(S) ACTED, EXECUTED THE INSTRUMENT. I CERTIFY UNDER PENALTY OF PERJURY UNDER THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA THAT THE FOREGOING PARAGRAPH IS TRUE AND CORRECT. WITNESS MY HAND. , NOTARY PUBLIC PRINT NAME: COMMISSION NUMBER: COMMISSION EXPIRES: PRINCIPAL OFFICE LOCATION (COUNTY): DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. CHRIS ZABALLOS, VICE PRESIDENT BENEFICIARY: D.R. HORTON BAY, INC., A DELAWARE CORPORATION DATED THIS DAY OF , 2025. MARK A. TRINTA, SECRETARY OWNER: SUMMERFAIRE COMMERCE CENTER, LLC, A NEVADA LIMITED LIABILITY COMPANY EXHIBIT A LEGEND: GENERAL NOTES: ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING JOB NO. 383F-24 SHEET 2 OF 3 CITY OF RIVERBANK PLANNING COMMISSION RES. NO. 2021-016 CITY OF RIVERBANK VTSM 01-2021 HERITAGE COLLECTION UNIT NO. 2 BEING PARCEL A AS SHOWN ON THAT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT FILED AS DOC. NO. 2022-0047827, STANISLAUS COUNTY RECORDS, AND LYING WITHIN A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 10 EAST, MOUNT DIABLO MERIDIAN CITY OF RIVERBANK, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA JANUARY, 2025 FOUND MONUMENT TABLE: REFERENCES: BASIS OF BEARINGS:
CLAUS ROAD 123 4 5678 910 11 12 13 141516171819 20 21 22 23 24 25 2627282930313233 44 43 42 41 40 39 38 37 36 35 34 47 46 45
COCOBOLO COURT
SIERRA STREET
HONEY LOCUST WAY TEAK STREET
CERVI ROAD B.N. & S.F. RAILROAD ASSOCIATED ENGINEERING JOB NO. 383F-24 SHEET 3 OF 3 CITY OF RIVERBANK PLANNING COMMISSION RES. NO. 2021-016 CITY OF RIVERBANK VTSM 01-2021 HERITAGE COLLECTION UNIT NO. 2 BEING PARCEL A AS SHOWN ON THAT LOT LINE ADJUSTMENT FILED AS DOC. NO. 2022-0047827, STANISLAUS COUNTY RECORDS, AND LYING WITHIN A PORTION OF THE NORTHWEST QUARTER OF SECTION 30, TOWNSHIP 2 SOUTH, RANGE 10 EAST, MOUNT DIABLO MERIDIAN CITY OF RIVERBANK, COUNTY OF STANISLAUS, STATE OF CALIFORNIA JANUARY, 2025 City of Riverbank
Planning Commission
Resolution No. 2024- 006
A RESOLUTION OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION OF THE CITY
OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA RECOMMENDING TO THE CITY
COUNCIL APPROVAL OF THE REQUEST OF SUMMERFAIRE
COMMERCE CENTER LLC FOR TENTATIVE SUBDIVISION MAP 01-
2024 TO SUBDIVIDE 5.9± ACRES INTO 47 SINGLE FAMILY
RESIDENTIAL LOTS, LOCATED AT 6448 CLAUS ROAD APN: 062-
039-48
WHEREAS, an application has been received from Summerfaire Commerce Center LLC, with a proposal to subdivide approximately 5.9± acres into forty- seven (47) single family lots, which allows for a density of eight to sixteen ( 8- 16) dwelling units per acre; and WHEREAS, the City Subdivision Ordinance, Section 152. 037 states that as a condition of approval of a tentative map, the subdivider shall dedicate and develop parkland, pay a fee in lieu thereof, or both, at the option of the City. In this case the obligation for this Project will be determined at the Final Map stage;
WHEREAS, the proposed tentative subdivision map is consistent with the following General Plan policies discussed in the staff report: DESIGN -2. 7 (sidewalks), DESIGN -3. 1 (continuity), DESIGN -3. 2 (pedestrian -friendly), DESIGN 5. 2 (eyes on the street), CONS -4. 2 (stormwater); and WHEREAS, Tentative Map 01- 2024 was reviewed by the Riverbank Planning Commission at a
regular meeting held on September 17, 2024 in the manner prescribed by law; and WHEREAS, The Riverbank Planning Commission recommends approval of the requested Tentative Map dated August 28, 2024 prepared by Associated Engineering Group, Inc. and modified by adopted Conditions of Approval, and incorporated herein as a part of this Planning Commission Resolution; and
WHEREAS, The Planning Commission of the City of Riverbank hereby finds and adopts the following findings:
A. The project is consistent with the General Plan with modification by the adopted conditions of approval.
B. Notice to the general public and adjoining neighbors in the time and in the manner required by State Law and City Code was provided.
C. The City finds that Pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, the proposed Tentative Map is exempt from additional environmental analysis pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061( b)( 3) Common Sense Exemption.
Riverbank Planning Commission
September 17, 2024
Resolution No. 2024- 006
ATTACHMENT 2
D. The approval of Tentative Map 01- 2024 to divide parcel APN 062-39- 048 (5.9± acres) into 47 single family lots will not be detrimental to the health, safety, peace, morals, comfort, and general welfare of persons residing or working in the neighborhood in that the project is similar to, and compatible with, neighboring uses in the area.
Whereas, the request for the Tentative Subdivision Map is hereby recommended for conditional approval by the Planning Commission of the City of Riverbank, subject to and modified by the following conditions:
1. Applicant shall comply with the City of Riverbank Standard Conditions as contained in Planning Commission Resolution 2013- 014, including annexing into Community Facilities District 2016- 01), or receive confirmation from the Community Development Director that a specific condition or conditions does not apply to the subject project; and
2. The D Street at Claus Road intersection shall be a
right turn in and right turn out. An intersection
control island ( pork chop) shall be installed to eliminate any potential left turn movements; and
3. All City standard conditions of approval shall apply; and
4. Each lot shall be connected to City water with water meters and back flow preventers; and
5. Each lot shall be connected to City sewer with clean outs at the property lines; and
6. Storm inlets shall have storm filters; and
7. The storm drain system shall be designed to City standards; and
8. A soils report is required; and
9. A complete set of landscape plans conforming to the state' MWELO requirements is required prior to final map; and
10. The City' s Post Construction Standards Plan needs to be followed including DMA' s LID standards, and the required worksheets located in the Appendix of the document. The document is available on the City' swebsite; and
11. No access to lots 1- 3 and 47 from Claus Road will be allowed and needs to be restricted on the final map; and
12. Pedestrian access from the end of "A" Court to Sierra Street shall be constructed; and
13. Install a four way stop intersection at Cervi Road and Sierra Street.
Riverbank Planning Commission
September 17, 2024
Resolution No. 2024- 006
NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED the City of Riverbank Planning Commission recommends for approval Tentative Subdivision Map No. 01- 2024 ( Exhibit C), subject to these Conditions of Approval established by Resolution No. 2024- 006 and to be recorded as modified.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Planning Commission of the City of Riverbank at a meeting held on the 17th of September, 2024; motioned by Commissioner zaiDra, seconded by Commissioner Dirai and upon roll call was carried by the following vote of5 - 0 :
AYES: Commissioners: Start, Zairra, Halte arro Dinah & Basso NOES: None
ABSENT: Norm
ABSTAIN: None
Attest:
Director of Community Development
Approved:
loan tewart, Chairperson
PIa riing Commission
Attachment: Exhibit C — Tentative Subdivision Map 01- 2024 Riverbank Planning Commission
September 17, 2024
Resolution No. 2024- 006
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Item 10.1– CC/LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.1
SECTION 10: NEW BUSINESS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Resolution Authorizing the Application and Amending the PLHA Program Plan for the Permanent Local Housing
Allocation Program
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a Resolution to amend the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Formula Allocation Plan originally approved in July 2020, and subsequently amended in 2021 and 2024.
SUMMARY
At the Special July 16, 2020 City Council meeting, the Council adopted a Resolution approving the Five-Year Permanent Local Housing Formula Allocation Plan as part of our submittal of an application to the State Department of Housing and Community Development for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Grant Program. The Plan was subsequently amended to allocate funding for the River Terrace (Ward Villas) Project. The City was awarded the grant and amended the adopted plan in order to incorporate funding for Stanislaus Equity Partners for the Bridge Covenant Village Development. The City’s 2021, 2022, and 2023 allocations remain unspent but based on Council feedback during the adoption of the annual budget, funds will be requested to be re-allocated to the Sierra House.
BACKGROUND
The City applied for Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds in July 2020 and was successfully awarded funds to be expended over a five-year period. The City’s Original Allocation Plan detailed which eligible activities the program funding may be used for.
Initially, the City desired that the funds be used for any combination of the following:
1. Ward Villas Affordable Housing Project. Funds to assist with the costs of the offsite improvements to maintain housing affordability for future buyers.
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2. Assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including, but not limited to, providing rapid rehousing, rental assistance, supportive/case management services that allow people to obtain and retain housing, operating and capital costs for navigation centers and emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing.
3. Accessibility modifications in Lower-income Owner-occupied housing.
4. Efforts to acquire and rehabilitate foreclosed or vacant homes and apartments.
5. Homeownership opportunities, including, but not limited to, down payment assistance.
The five-year plan was approved in July 2020, and amended in 2021, and subsequently in 2024:
FUNDING YEAR ACTIVITY 2020 2021 2024
2019 Affordable Rental or Housing Ownership 100% 100%
Activity 2 – Affordable Rental 100%
2020 Transitional Housing 20%
Housing Rehab Program 20%
Affordable Rental or Housing Project 100%
Housing Acquisition & Rehab 20%
First-Time Homebuyers 40%
Activity 2 – Affordable Rental 100%
2021 Transitional Housing 20%
Housing Rehab Program 20%
Housing Acquisition & Rehab 20%
First-Time Homebuyers 40%
Affordable Rental or Housing Project 100% 100%
2022 Transitional Housing 20% 20% 20%
Housing Rehab Program 20% 20% 20%
Housing Acquisition & Rehab 20% 60% 60%
First-Time Homebuyers 40%
2023 Transitional Housing 20% 20% 20%
Housing Rehab Program 20% 20% 20%
Housing Acquisition & Rehab 20% 60% 60%
First-Time Homebuyers 40%
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In March 2024, Stanislaus Equity Partners reached out to the City requesting financial assistance to complete the project. The project developers requested $250,000 from the City’s PLHA funds. After evaluating the project and based on the City Council’s adopted PLHA plan that would provide for the first three years of funding to be used towards Affordable Rental or Housing Ownership projects, we believed that this project was a good fit for the immediate use of the funds. As such, at the June 25th meeting, the City Council approved the allocation of two years of funding towards the project.
Based on Council feedback during the Annual Budget Workshop and the adoption of the FY 2025-26 Annual Budget, staff has brought forward a Plan Amendment to allocate funds towards the Sierra House operations. The PLHA Program has now made it a requirement that 40% of the grant award must be allocated to an Affordable Homeownership Program, therefore the remaining 60% can be allocated to Sierra House.
As such, City staff proposes the following amended plan for approval and submittal to the State of California Department of Housing and Community Development:
Funding Year Activity % Allocation
2019 Activity 2 - Affordable Rental 100%
2020 Activity 2 - Affordable Rental 100%
2021 Activity 2 – Affordable Ownership 40%
Activity 6 - Assisting Persons at Risk of
Homelessness
60%
2022 Activity 2 – Affordable Ownership 40%
Activity 6 - Assisting Persons at Risk of
Homelessness
60%
2023 Activity 2 – Affordable Ownership 40%
Activity 6 - Assisting Persons at Risk of
Homelessness
60%
STRATEGIC PLAN
This item is directly related to the City Council’s Strategic Plan Goal to “Foster Attainable Housing.”
FINANCIAL IMPACT
If awarded, the City is eligible to receive approximately $732,382 with the following available for the 2021, 2022, and 2023 allocations:
Year Total Allocation Activity 2 Activity 6
2021 $206,039.00 $82,415.60 $123,623.40
2022 $113,572.00 $45,428.80 $68,143.20
2023 $79,135.00 $31,654.00 $47,481.00
Total $398,746.00 $159,498.40 $239,247.60
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ATTACHMENTS
1. Resolution
2. Five Year Plan - DRAFT
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL
OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK, CALIFORNIA
AUTHORIZING THE APPLICATION AND AMENDING THE PLHA PROGRAM PLAN
FOR THE PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION PROGRAM
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, The Department is authorized to provide up to $296 million under the SB 2 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Formula Component from the Building Homes and Job Trust Fund for assistance to Cities and Counties (as described in Health and Safety Code Section 50470 et seq. (Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017 (SB2))); and
WHEREAS, the State of California (the “State”), Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) issued a Notice of Funding Availability (“NOFA”) dated 10/15/2024 under the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program; and WHEREAS, the City of Riverbank is an eligible Local government who has applied for program funds to administer one or more eligible activities, or a Local Regional Housing Trust Fund to whom an eligible Local government delegated its PLHA formula allocation; and
WHEREAS, the Department may approve funding allocations for PLHA Program, subject to the terms and conditions of the Guidelines, NOFA, Program requirements, the Standard Agreement, and other contracts between the department and PLHA grant recipients.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank does hereby proclaim that:
1. If applicant receives a grant of PLHA funds from the Department pursuant to the above referenced PLHA NOFA, it represents and certifies that it will use all such funds in a manner consistent and in compliance with all applicable state and federal statutes, rules, regulations, and laws, including without limitation all rules and laws regarding the PLHA Program, as well as any and all contracts Applicant may have with the Department.
2. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to receive a PLHA grant, in an amount not to exceed the five-year estimate of the PLHA formula allocations, as stated in Appendix B of the current NOFA dated May 12, 2025 in accordance with all applicable rules and laws.
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
3. Applicant hereby agrees to use the PLHA funds for eligible activities as approved by the Department and in accordance with all Program requirements, Guidelines, other rules, and laws, as well as in a manner consistent and in compliance with the Standard Agreement and other contracts between the Applicant and the Department.
4. Pursuant to Section 302(c)(4) and 302(c)(5) of the Guidelines, Applicant’s PLHA Plan amendment for the 2020-2023 Allocations is attached to this resolution, and Applicant hereby adopts this PLHA Plan Amendment and certifies compliance with all public notice, public comment, and public hearing requirements in accordance with the Guidelines.
5. Pursuant to Applicant’s certification in this resolution, the PLHA funds will be expended only for eligible Activities and consistent with all program requirements.
6. Applicant certifies that, if funds are used for the acquisition, construction, or rehabilitation of for-sale housing projects or units within for-sale housing projects, the grantee shall record a deed restriction against the property that will ensure compliance with one of the requirements stated in Guidelines Section 302(c)(6)(A), (B), and (C).
7. Applicant shall be subject to the terms and conditions as specified in the Standard Agreement, the PLHA Program Guidelines, and any other applicable SB 2 Guidelines published by the Department.
8. This City Manager and Assistant City Manager are authorized to execute the PLHA Program Application, the PLHA Standard Agreement and any subsequent amendments or modifications thereto, as well as any other documents which are related to the Program or the PLHA grant awarded to Applicant, as the Department may deem appropriate.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22nd day of July, 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 Richard D. O’Brien
City Clerk Mayor
Attachment(s): PLHA Program Five-Year Plan
Allocation Years New & Streamlined
Submission Deadline
5-Year Plan Amendment
Submission Deadline
Year 1 (2019) n/a n/a
Year 2 (2020) n/a n/a
Year 3 (2021) 02/28/2025 06/30/2025
Year 4 (2022) 02/28/2026 06/30/2026
Year 5 (2023) 02/28/2027 06/30/2027
Business, Consumer Services and Housing Agency
Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Formula
Allocation
Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA) October 15, 2024
2024 Application for 5-Year Plan Amendment
State of California
Gavin Newsom, Governor
Website: Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program (PLHA) Tomiquia Moss, Secretary
Department of Housing and Community Development
Gustavo Velasquez, Director
Program Design and Implementation, PLHA Program
651 Bannon Street, Sacramento, CA 95811
Email: [email protected]
Applications must be on the Department’s forms and cannot be altered or modified by the Applicant. Excel forms must be in Excel format and 'save as' .xls or .xlsx.
Do not 'save as' .xlsm or .pdf format. For application errors please fill out the Application Support worksheet and email the entire workbook to Application Support for application errors at [email protected].
Instructions Rev. 10/28/24
When opening this file, a yellow banner at the top may appear with a button that says "Enable Content". It is essential that you click this box so that the macros are enabled. Enabling macros is necessary for full worksheet functionality. Macros do not work with Microsoft's Excel version for Apple Mac.
Applications must be submitted electronically to the Department’s HCD Portal Sign In website. To receive an award of CY 2021 funds, applicants are required to submit an application and demonstrate a fully compliant Housing Element and submittal of the applicable Annual Progress Report(s) no later than February 28, 2025.
All CY 2021 funds must be awarded by June 30, 2025 or they will revert to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Fund per statute.
This NOFA will remain open to eligible applicants through June 30, 2027.
Threshold
Requireme Electronic File Name Document Description Included? General Instructions (Additional instructions and guidance are given throughout the Formula Allocation Application in "red" text and in cell comments.
Guideline references are made with "§" and the corresponding guideline section number. "Yellow" cells are for Sponsor input. Failure to provide the required attachments and documentation may disqualify your application from consideration. An Applicant must submit a complete application and other documents consistent with the deadlines stated in this NOFA. Applications submitted in response to this NOFA must meet the threshold requirements set forth in this section and in PLHA Guidelines Section 302.
Required attachments are indicated in "orange" throughout the Streamline Application. Failure to provide the required attachments and documentation may disqualify your application from consideration. Electronically attached files must use the naming convention in the PLHA Application. For Example: "App1 Tin" or "Reuse Plan".
Threshold items are indicated in "blue" cells.
"Red" shaded cells indicate the Sponsor has failed to meet a requirement of the program. Cells in the worksheet shaded in "red" indicate that the Applicant has failed to meet the minimum required.
Sponsor must complete the following worksheets in the PLHA Formula Allocation Application.
Formula Allocation Application
Urban County
Checklist
X
Application and Adopting the
PLHA Plan (2021-2023
Allocations) Reso
Pursuant to section 302(c)(4) of the Guidelines, Applicant’s PLHA Plan for 2021-2023 allocations is attached to this resolution, and Applicant certifies compliance with all public notice, comment, and hearing requirements in accordance with the Guidelines.
X App1 TIN Provide a signed Gov't TIN Form
X
Applicant Delegation
Agreement Legally binding agreement between Delegating and Administering Local Governments.
X Plan Adoption Reso
§302(c)(4)(D) Evidence that the Plan was authorized and adopted by resolution by the Local jurisdiction and that the public had an adequate opportunity to review and comment on its content.
PLHA webpage for Plan Adoption Resolution Document , located under our Forms tab.
Disclosure of Application (California Public Records Act Statutes of 1968 Chapter 1473): Information provided in the application will become a public record available for review by the public, pursuant to the California Public Records Act Statutes of 1968 Chapter 1473. As such, any materials provided will be disclosable to any person making a request under this Act. The Department cautions Applicants to use discretion in providing information not specifically requested, including but not limited to, bank accounts, personal phone numbers and home addresses. By providing this information to the Department, the Applicant is waiving any claim of confidentiality and consents to the disclosure of submitted material upon request."
X Reuse Plan Program Income Reuse Plan describing how repaid loans or accrued interest will be used for eligible activities in Section 301.
X Executed Application Provide a copy of the signed application. Signature can be typed into the Excel workbook, PDF with Docusigned signature or PDF with wet ink signature in blue ink preferred.
PLHA Page 3 Instructions & Checklist
§301 Eligible Activities
PLHA Formula - Amendment for years 2021, 2022, 2023 Rev. 10/28/24 Eligible Applicant Type: NonEntitlement
Local Government Recipient of PLHA Formula Allocation: Riverbank 2022 PLHA Formula Allocation Amount: n/a 2021 Allowable Local Admin (5%): n/a Admin requested? No 2021 PLHA Formula Allocation Amount: n/a 2020 Allowable Local Admin (5%): n/a Admin requested? No Instructions: If the Local Government Recipient of the PLHA Formula Allocation delegated its PLHA formula allocation to a Local Housing Trust Fund or to another Local Government, the Applicant (for which information is required below) is the Local Housing Trust Fund or administering Local Government. The PLHA award will be made to the Applicant (upon meeting threshold requirements) and the Applicant is responsible for meeting all program requirements throughout the term of the Standard Agreement.
The 302(c)(4) Plan template worksheet requires first choosing one or more of the Eligible Activities listed below. If "Yes" is clicked, the 302(c)(4) Plan worksheet opens a series of questions about what precise activities are planned. Some specific activities, such as providing downpayment assistance to lower-income households for acquisition of an affordable home, could be included under either Activity 2 or 9. Please only choose one of those Activities; don't list the downpayment assistance under both Activities.
Please note that 40% of each allocation you are requesting to amend with this application MUST be allocated to an activity that supports Homeownership in accordance with the NOFA. Ownership activities are 2,3,4,7,8,9 (activities 2,3,4, & 8 will only count as ownership if the funds will go towards ownership sub activities as opposed to rental housing sub activities including ADU's) If the PLHA funds are used for the same Activity but for different Area Median Income (AMI) level, select the highest AMI level the Activity will serve (you can always go lower than what is listed but you may not serve higher than what is listed without completing a plan amendment in the future).
For each year (2021-2023), allocations must equal 100% annually including the allowable administrative costs of up to 5%. §300 Eligible Applicants
§300(a) and (b) Eligible Applicants for the Entitlement and Non-Entitlement formula component described in Section §100(b)(1) and (2) are limited to the metropolitan cities and urban counties allocated a grant for the federal fiscal year 2017 pursuant to the federal CDBG formula specified in 42 USC, Section §5306 and Non-entitlement local governments.
Applicant: City of Riverbank
Address: 6707 Third Street
2023 PLHA Formula Allocation Amount: n/a 2022 Allowable Local Admin (5%): n/a Admin requested? No County: Stanislaus
Auth Rep Name: Marisela H. Garcia Title: City Manager Auth Rep. Email: [email protected] Phone: (209) 863-7110 City: Riverbank State: CA Zip: 95367
Zip Code: 95367
Contact Name: Tammy Alcantor Title: Assistant City Manager Contact Email: [email protected] Contact Phone: (209) 863-7112 Address: 6707 Third Street City: Riverbank State: CA
File Name:
Application and/or Adopting the
PLHA Plan (2020-2023
Allocations) Reso
Pursuant to section 302(c)(4) of the Guidelines, Applicant’s PLHA Plan for 2020-2023 allocations is attached to this resolution, and Applicant certifies compliance with all public notice, comment, and hearing requirements in accordance with the Guidelines.
Uploaded to
HCD?
Zip Code: 95367
§300(d) Is Applicant delegated by another Local government to administer on its behalf its formula allocation of program funds? No §300(d) If Applicant answered "Yes" above, has the Applicant attached the legally binding agreement required by §300(c) and (d)?
A sample agreement can be
found by double clicking on the
icon to the right
N/A
Address: 6707 Third Street City: Riverbank State: CA
File Name: Gov TIN Provide a signed Gov't TIN Form Uploaded to HCD? File Name: Applicant Delegation Agreement Legally binding agreement between Delegating and Administering Local Governments (sample provided—just click on icon in row 19, column AH) Uploaded to HCD? N/A §301(a)(9) Homeownership opportunities, including, but not limited to, down payment assistance. No §301(a)(6) Assisting persons who are experiencing or At-risk of homelessness, including, but not limited to, providing rapid re-housing, rental assistance, supportive/case management services that allow people to obtain and retain housing, operating and capital costs for navigation centers and emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing.
Yes
§301(a)(7) Accessibility modifications in Lower-income Owner-occupied housing. No §301(a)(8) Efforts to acquire and rehabilitate foreclosed or vacant homes and apartments. No §301(a)(3) Matching portions of funds placed into Local or Regional Housing Trust Funds. No §301(a)(4) Matching portions of funds available through the Low- and Moderate-Income Housing Asset Fund pursuant to subdivision (d) of HSC Section 34176. No §301(a)(5) Capitalized Reserves for services connected to the preservation and creation of new permanent supportive housing. No §301(a) Eligible activities are limited to the following: Select below:
§301(a)(1) The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of multifamily, residential live-work, rental housing that is affordable to Extremely low-,Very low-, Low-, or Moderate-income households, including necessary operating subsidies. No §301(a)(2) The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of affordable rental and ownership housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of AMI, or 150 percent of AMI in high-cost areas. ADUs shall be available for occupancy for a term of no less than 30 days.
Yes
Document
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§301(a)(10) Fiscal incentives made by a county to a city within the county to incentivize approval of one or more affordable housing Projects, or matching funds invested by a county in an affordable housing development Project in a city within the county, provided that the city has made an equal or greater investment in the Project. The county fiscal incentives shall be in the form of a grant or low-interest loan to an affordable housing Project. Matching funds investments by both the county and the city also shall be a grant or low-interest deferred loan to the affordable housing Project.
No
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File Name: Plan Adoption Reso §302(c)(4)(D) Evidence that the Plan was authorized and adopted by resolution by the Local jurisdiction and that the public had an adequate opportunity to review and comment on its content. Uploaded to HCD? Total Percentage of Funds Allocated Calculator (2021 - 2023) 2021 Allocation 2022 Allocation 2023 Allocation
§302(c)(4)(E)(iv) Period of Affordability for the
Proposed Activity (55 years required for rental
housing projects)
§302(c)(4)(E)(i) Percentage of Funds Allocated for
the Proposed Activity 60% 60% 60%
0 §302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Projected Number of Households
Served 0
§301(a)(6) Assisting persons who are experiencing or At risk of homelessness, including, but not limited to, providing rapid rehousing, rental assistance, supportive/case management services that allow people to obtain and retain housing, operating and capital costs for navigation centers and emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing. §302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Area Median Income Level
Served 30% 30% 30% TOTAL
The City will be issuing a Request for Proposals for an affordable housing project that would qualify for the use of these funds. 30 §302(c)(4)(E)(i) Provide a detailed and complete description of how allocated funds will be used for each proposed Affordable Rental and Ownership Housing Activity.
The City is looking to partner with a local affordable housing developer for a potential self-help project for approximately 3-4 units. §302(c)(4) Plan Rev.10/10/2024
§302(c)(4)(A) Describe the manner in which allocated funds will be used for eligible activities.
The allocated funds will be used for the following activities: 1) Develop Permanent Supportive Housing opportunities, and 2) funding for the City of Riverbank Sierra House which provides services to the unhoused population in the City of Riverbank. §302(c)(4)(B) Provide a description of the way the Local government will prioritize investments that increase the supply of housing for households with incomes at or below 60 percent of Area Median Income (AMI).
The City has prioritized this funding to assist our homeless population by providing transitional housing opportunities where residents will be able to receive case management services. In addition, the City has prioritized funding towards programs for low-income residents, including the development of permanent supportive housing.
§302(c)(4)(C) Provide a description of how the Plan is consistent with the programs set forth in the Local Government’s Housing Element.
The plan has been designed to achieve the following goals established in the 2014-2023 City of Riverbank Housing Element: 1) GOAL 2: Encourage and assist in the development of adequate housing to meet the needs of extremely low-, low-, and very low-income households particularly as it relates to Program 2.1b: Continue to assist developers of extremely low-, low-, and very low-income housing in the grant preparation process to help fund their developments. Funding will be prioritized for the development of housing affordable to extremely lowincome households. The City assists developers by expediting review and approval of development applications to meet funding deadlines and providing information needed to support funding requests; and 3) GOAL 5: Promote Housing Opportunities for All Persons Regardless of Race, Religion, Sex, Marital Status, Ancestry, National Origin, Color, Familial Status, or Disability as it relates to Program 5.1a which is to promote equal housing opportunities for all persons by having additional funding for the development of affordable housing and our housing programs.
Activities Detail (Activities Detail (Must make a selection on Formula Allocation Application worksheet under Eligible Activities, §301)) §301(a)(2) The predevelopment, development, acquisition, rehabilitation, and preservation of Affordable rental and ownership housing, including Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs), that meets the needs of a growing workforce earning up to 120 percent of AMI, or 150 percent of AMI in high-cost areas. ADUs shall be available for occupancy for a term of no less than 30 days.
Complete the table below for each proposed Affordable Rental and Ownership Housing Activity to be funded with 2021-2023 PLHA allocations. If a single Activity will be assisting households at more than one level of Area Median Income, please list the highest AMI to be served.
Type of Affordable Housing Activity
Development of
Rental/Ownershi
p Housing
Development of
Rental/Ownershi
p Housing
Development of
Rental/Ownershi
p Housing
Funding Allocation Year 2021 2022 2023
What Percentage of the Percentage Above Will
be Used for Ownership Housing? 100% 100% 100%
§302(c)(4)(E)(i) Percentage of Funds Allocated for
Each Affordable Housing Activity 40% 40% 40%
TOTAL
§302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Unmet share of the RHNA at the
AMI Level
Note: complete for years 2021, 2022, 2023 only
288 288 288
§302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Area Median Income Level
Served 30% 30% 30%
864
§302(c)(4)(E)(iii) A description of major steps/actions and a proposed schedule for the implementation and completion of each Affordable Rental and Ownership Housing project. §302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Projected Number of Households
Served 10 10 10
§302(c)(4)(E)(iv) Period of Affordability for the
Proposed Activity (55 years required for rental
housing projects)
55 55 55
2023
The City owns the Sierra House, a transitional housing shelter which provides an opportunity for unhoused (homeless) residents to participate in the RESTART program where they learn life skills, job skills, and receive case management for medical, behavioral, and other needs.
The RESTART program lasts approximately six months to one year at which time the goal is to find the residents employment along with permanent housing. In addition, the Sierra House Day Use Facility provides showers, clean clothing, and food to homeless residents. The funding will go towards ensuring the ongoing activities of the Sierra House.
Complete the table below for each proposed Activity to be funded with 2021-2023 PLHA allocations. If a single Activity will be assisting households at more than one level of Area Median Income, please list the highest AMI to be served. §302(c)(4)(E)(i) Provide a detailed and complete description of how allocated funds will be used for the proposed Activity.
Type of Affordable Housing Activity
Supportive/Cas
e Management
Services
Supportive/Cas
e Management
Services
Supportive/Cas
e Management
Services
Funding Allocation Year 2021 2022
§302(c)(4)(E)(ii) Unmet share of the RHNA at the
AMI Level
Note: complete for years 2021, 2022, 2023 only
§302(c)(4)(E)(iii) A description of major steps/actions and a proposed schedule for the implementation and completion of the Activity.
The Sierra House is currently operational and requires no additional steps to complete.
PLHA Page 6 302(c)(4) Plan
Funds Allocated 100% Funds Allocated 100% Funds Allocated 100% Total Percentage of Funds
Allocated for 2021 100% Total Percentage of Funds Allocated for 2022 100% Total Percentage of Funds Allocated for 2023 100% End of Document
Admin 0% Admin 0% Admin 0%
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Item 10.2 – CC / LRA 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 10.2
SECTION 10: PUBLIC HEARINGS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Public Hearing for Proposed Solid Waste Rate Increase From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted By: Tammy Alcantor, Assistant City Manager/Director of Finance
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council consider adopting a resolution approving a 1.3% Consumer Price Index (CPI) increase in rates for solid waste disposal services pursuant to the executed franchise agreement with Gilton Solid Waste, Inc.
SUMMARY
On April 12, 2022, the City Council adopted Resolution No. 2022-033 adopting revised rates for Solid Waste Disposal service after holding a Proposition 218 Protest Hearing and receiving a less than a majority protest. In addition, Resolution 2021-090 authorized the execution of a Franchise Agreement with Gilton Solid Waste, Inc. to provide said services.
Per Section 9.1 Rates of the Franchise Agreement, the City will adjust the maximum charges made to Customers to reflect annual changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (“CPI”) published by the U.S. Department of Labor for the San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA statistical area, not to exceed five percent (5%) per year.
The proposed CPI adjustment is 1.3%.
BACKGROUND
Gilton Solid Waste Management (Gilton) has been providing waste management services to the residents and businesses of Riverbank for more than 40 years. The most recent Franchise Agreement negotiated with Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc. began on April 22, 2022, and will expire in April 2028. Said Franchise Agreement was approved following the Proposition 218 hearing held on April 12, 2022, where less than a majority of protests were received with regard to increases in solid waste rates. The Franchise Agreement and rates include SB 1383 compliance language which was the major factor for the rate increases.
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SB 1383 is intended to reduce methane emissions at landfills through a process of reducing the disposal of organic waste by 75% below 2014 levels. Organic waste is defined as green materials, wood waste, fiber materials, food scraps, food-soiled paper, and landscaping and pruning waste. In order to meet these mandates, changes were made to Riverbank’s waste disposal system.
As part of the City’s original adoption of garbage rates, Gilton Solid Waste Management proposed a High-Diversion Material Recovery Facility (MRF) system to its municipal clients. This system eliminates the need for a third waste container by allowing the facility to sort waste streams and divert organic and recyclable materials from the landfill. Gilton first presented a general overview of this system at the March 9, 2021, City Council meeting. Subsequently, at the August 24, 2021 meeting, the City Council expressed its support for implementing the proposed MRF system.
We are pleased to share that Gilton Resource Recovery, Transfer Facility, Inc. is now officially listed on CalRecycle’s High Diversion Organic Waste Processing Facilities List.
This recognition reflects significant progress in meeting the State's organics diversion and recycling goals.
In addition to being listed, Gilton has achieved an exceptional organic waste recovery rate of 91% for the reporting period from Q4 2023 through Q3 2024—far surpassing the State’s required average mixed waste organic content recovery rate of 50%.
This achievement represents a major milestone in our collective efforts toward environmental sustainability and responsible waste management.
The rates adopted by the City Council provide our residents with the following services:
• Basic Cart Service (30 & 90 Gallon)
• Organics Cart Service (90 Gallon)
• Curbside Bulky Item Program (2 times per calendar year) • Curbside E-Waste Collection Program (4 times per calendar year) • Christmas Tree Pick-up Program
Additional Services at a Fee:
o Go Back and pick up
o Extra Dump on Cart
o Wash on the Cart
CONSUMER PRICE INDEX
Section 9.1 Rates of the Franchise Agreement stipulates that in years two three, four, and five of the Agreement Term, the City will adjust the maximum charges made to Customers under this Agreement to reflect annual changes in the Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (“CPI”) published by the U. S. Department of labor for the San FranciscoOakland-San Jose, CA statistical area. Such adjustments shall not exceed five percent
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(5%) per year. The adjustment shall become effective on the anniversary of the Effective Date and be based on the previous twelve-month index analysis from May to April.
As reflected in Attachment 3, the Consumer Price Index for May 2024 to April 2025 is calculated at 1.3%. Therefore a 1.3% increase is being recommended. The agreement states rates to be effective on the anniversary contract. Unfortunately, because staff was not prepared to present the item to the City Council in June, therefore we cannot implement the rates starting July 1st. Staff proposes that the rates take effect on September 1, 2025, aligning with the billing cycle.
Residential & Small Business (Non-Residential) Rates:
BASIC CART SERVICE
Current
Monthly Rate
Proposed
Monthly Rate
09/01/2025 Increase $
30 Gallon MSW Cart Rate $ 22.19 $ 22.48 $ 0.29
90 Gallon - MSW Cart Rate $ 25.31 $ 25.64 $ 0.33
90 Gallon - Organics Cart Rate $ 12.82 $ 12.99 $ 0.17
Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 16.71 $ 16.93 $ 0.22 Senior Citizen/Disabled Low Income Service
30 Gallon MSW Cart Rate $ 16.70 $ 16.92 $ 0.22
90 Gallon - MSW Cart Rate $ 18.99 $ 19.24 $ 0.25
90 Gallon - Organics Cart Rate $ 12.82 $ 12.99 $ 0.17
Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 14.51 $ 14.70 $ 0.19 Additional Services
Go Back $ 16.22 $ 16.43 $ 0.21
Extra Dump on Cart $ 20.28 $ 20.54 $ 0.26
Wash Cart $ 22.71 $ 23.01 $ 0.30
Small Business (Non-Residential) Rates:
Non-Residential Cart Rate Type
Current
Monthly Rate
Proposed
Monthly Rate
09/01/2025 Increase $
Non-Residential & Small Business - 90 Gallon MSW Cart $ 25.31 $ 25.64 $ 0.33 Non-Residential & Small Business - 30 Gallon MSW Cart $ 22.19 $ 22.48 $ 0.29 Non-Residential & Small Business 90 Gallon Organics
Cart $ 12.82 $ 12.99 $ 0.17
Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 16.71 $ 16.93 $ 0.22
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Commercial Rates:
Commercial Bin Rates
Current
Monthly Rate
Proposed
Monthly Rate
09/01/2025 Increase $
Commercial - 1 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 75.07 $ 76.05 $ 0.98 Commercial - 2 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 124.74 $ 126.36 $ 1.62 Commercial - 2 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 232.23 $ 235.25 $ 3.02 Commercial - 2 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 339.86 $ 344.28 $ 4.42 Commercial - 3 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 174.95 $ 177.22 $ 2.27 Commercial - 3 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 324.76 $ 328.98 $ 4.22 Commercial - 3 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 462.58 $ 468.59 $ 6.01 Commercial - 3 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 621.32 $ 629.40 $ 8.08 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 229.46 $ 232.44 $ 2.98 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 430.71 $ 436.31 $ 5.60 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 611.91 $ 619.87 $ 7.95 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 755.59 $ 765.41 $ 9.82 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 5x per week pickup $ 933.34 $ 945.48 $ 12.13 Commercial - 4 yd Bin 6x per week pickup $ 1,120.34 $ 1,134.90 $ 14.56 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 321.46 $ 325.64 $ 4.18 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 606.29 $ 614.17 $ 7.88 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 882.73 $ 894.21 $ 11.48 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 1,070.48 $ 1,084.39 $ 13.92 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 5x per week pickup $ 1,302.08 $ 1,319.01 $ 16.93 Commercial - 6 yd Bin 6x per week pickup $ 1,418.96 $ 1,437.40 $ 18.45 Additional Services for Bin Services
Proposed
Monthly Rate
09/01/2025 Increase $
Go Back (per event) $ 59.49 $ 60.26 $ 0.77
Extra Dump on Cart (per event) $ 48.67 $ 49.30 $ 0.63
Lock Installation (Locking Bar - One time
charge) $ 64.90 $ 65.74 $ 0.84
Lock Installation (Master Lock - One time
charge) $ 27.04 $ 27.39 $ 0.35
Lock Installation (Disk Lock - One time
charge) $ 37.86 $ 38.35 $ 0.49
The typical single-family residence will experience an annual increase of $6.00.
Seniors eligible for the discounted rate will experience an annual increase of $5.04.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Waste collection and disposal fees are paid by the customers that receive the service, therefore residents and commercial customers will note the increase in rates in the November 2025 billing (which bills for September 1, 2025, to October 31, 2025).
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The City will collect additional franchise fees on the gross revenues generated which are placed in the General Fund.
ATTACHMENT
1. Resolution 2025-xx
2. Consumer Price Index
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CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK AUTHORIZING A 1.3% INFLATIONARY ADJUSTMENT INCREASE TO THE CITY OF
RIVERBANK RATES FOR SOLID WASTE DISPOSAL SERVICES BASED ON THE CONSUMER PRICE INDEX FOR ALL URBAN CONSUMERS (“CPI”) PUBLISHED BY U.S. DEPARTMENT OF LABOR FOR SAN FRANCISCO-OAKLAND-SAN JOSE, CA, TO BE EFFECTIVE SEPTEMBER 1, 2025.
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, on April 22, 2022, the City of Riverbank (“City”) entered into a franchise agreement for the collection, transportation, and disposal of solid waste, organic waste, and recyclables (“Franchise Agreement”) with Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc. (“Gilton”); and,
WHEREAS, a Solid Waste Rate Study, dated December 8, 2021, prepared by Bartle Wells Associates (“Rate Study”), finds that the various rates proposed by Gilton, and adjusted pursuant to Section 9.1 Rates herby presented as Exhibit A, herein attached, are reasonably related to the cost of service; and,
WHEREAS, the City complied with Proposition 218 requirements in connection with the proposed rate increase and franchise agreement; and, WHEREAS, pursuant to Section 9.1 Rates of the Franchise Agreement with Gilton Solid Waste Management, Inc. includes provisions for an annual increase based on Consumer Price Index for all Urban Consumers for the prior twelve (12) months each April not to exceed 5%; and,
WHEREAS, the April 2025 CPI for San Francisco-Oakland-San Jose, CA for the prior twelve (12) months is 1.3%; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council, as authorized by Ordinance No. 2014-007, may establish new solid waste disposal rates by Resolution.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Riverbank hereby adopts the revised rates as presented in Exhibit A, which will be made effective as of September 1, 2025, and which may be amended from time to time based on the franchise agreement, for Solid Waste Disposal Service.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the 22
nd day of July 2025; motioned by Councilmember __________, ATTACHMENT 1
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CC Resolution 2025-
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
Attachments: Exhibit A
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
EXHIBIT A
RESIDENTIAL & NON-RESIDENTIAL CART SERVICE RATES
BASIC CART SERVICE
Proposed Monthly Rate
09/01/2025
30 Gallon MSW Cart Rate $ 22.48
90 Gallon - MSW Cart Rate $ 25.64
90 Gallon - Organics Cart Rate $ 12.99
Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 16.93
Senior Citizen/Disabled Low Income Service
30 Gallon MSW Cart Rate $ 16.92
90 Gallon - MSW Cart Rate $ 19.24
90 Gallon - Organics Cart Rate $ 12.99
Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 14.70
Additional Services
Go Back $ 16.43
Extra Dump on Cart $ 20.54
Wash Cart $ 23.01
Non-Residential Cart Rate Type
Non-Residential & Small Business - 90 Gallon MSW Cart $ 25.64 Non-Residential & Small Business - 30 Gallon MSW Cart $ 22.48 Non-Residential & Small Business 90 Gallon Organics Cart $ 12.99 Additional 90 Gallon Cart - (Any Type) $ 16.93
COMMERCIAL BIN RATES
Commercial Bin Rates
Proposed Monthly Rate
09/01/2025
Commercial - 1 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 76.05
Commercial - 2 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 126.36
Commercial - 2 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 235.25
Commercial - 2 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 344.28
Commercial - 3 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 177.22
Commercial - 3 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 328.98
Commercial - 3 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 468.59
Commercial - 3 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 629.40
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 232.44
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 436.31
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 619.87
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 765.41
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 5x per week pickup $ 945.48
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CC Resolution 2025-
COMMERCIAL BIN RATES (CONTINUED)
Commercial - 4 yd Bin 6x per week pickup $ 1,134.90
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 1x per week pickup $ 325.64
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 2x per week pickup $ 614.17
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 3x per week pickup $ 894.21
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 4x per week pickup $ 1,084.39
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 5x per week pickup $ 1,319.01
Commercial - 6 yd Bin 6x per week pickup $ 1,437.40
Additional Services for Bin Services
Proposed Monthly Rate
09/01/2025
Go Back (per event) $ 60.26
Extra Dump on Cart (per event) $ 49.30
Lock Installation (Locking Bar - One time charge) $ 65.74 Lock Installation (Master Lock - One time charge) $ 27.39 Lock Installation (Disk Lock - One time charge) $ 38.35 Bureau of Labor Statistics
Series Id:
Series Title:
Area:
Item:
Base Period:
Years:
Year Apr
2024 3.8
2025 1.3
Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U)
12-Month Percent Change
CUURS49BSA0
Not Seasonally Adjusted
All items in San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA, all
urban consumers, not seasonally adjusted San Francisco-Oakland-Hayward, CA All items
1982-84=100
2024 to 2025
Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics Generated on: June 9, 2025 (06:20:27 PM) ATTACHMENT 2
Item11.1 – CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO.11.1
SECTION 11: NEW BUSINESS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Direction on the Proposed Use of the Interim/Permanent Supportive Housing Funds Provided by Senator Eggman
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that the City Council provide direction to staff regarding the use of the funds granted to the City by Senator Eggman as part of the 2021-2022 State of California Budget bill.
SUMMARY
On September 24, 2024 the Riverbank City Council provided direction to reallocate the use of the Stanislaus & Jackson property from transitional/Permanent Supportive housing to a park. The original housing project had included a commitment of City funds that were awarded by Senator Eggman. On January 28th, the City Council provided direction to allocate the funds towards a new project proposed by Central Valley Community Resources, Inc. On April 28th the City received notification that the project would not be moving forward therefore we are bringing back this item to Council for direction.
BACKGROUND
On June 26, 2023, the City of Riverbank released a Request for Proposal (RFP) for development of a tiny home village located on city-owned property. The purpose of the RFP was to fulfill a part of the City of Riverbank’s Strategic Plan to partner with non-profit partners to develop programs/solutions for homeless services. As part of this RFP, the City was committing both the location and the following city funds:
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation Funds
• State of California Direct Allocation from Senator Eggman With the City no longer moving forward with the original intent of the project proposed as part of the Request for Proposals, staff is requesting direction on the future use of the funds from Senator Eggman.
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OPTIONS
Staff has developed several options for the proposed use of the funds:
1. Locate vacant land to purchase within the city limits and subsequently issue a Request for Proposal from interested affordable housing developers for the construction of interim/permanent supportive housing.
This was the process undertaken by the City for the purchase of the Stanislaus/Jackson property in April 2022. As reflected in the staff report at that time “the intent of the purchase of the Jackson & Stanislaus properties is to allow the City to implement Phase II of its Strategic Plan Objective to assist our homeless population. The property will allow the City to develop a tiny home village which will provide transitional housing, at low cost, to our residents as they continue to move through the program with Cambridge Academies. This plan, as well as other potential uses of the property, will be discussed further with the City Council once the purchase is finalized.”
2. Issue a Notice of Funding Availability to affordable housing developers for the funding to be used for the construction and/or operations of an interim/permanent supportive housing project within the city limits. Project would be required to adhere to an Affordability period of no less than 55 years.
This option would allow any housing developer in the city to have an opportunity to use grant funds for the construction or operations of an affordable rental project.
There are several proposed developments within the city which may be interested in applying in order to move their project forward. A Request for Proposals would be issued and submittals would be evaluated by a committee to select the most viable project.
3. City to use the funds to continue the operations of the Sierra House and the Day Use Facility.
The Fiscal Year 2025-2026 operations budget for the Sierra House is estimated at $350,000 (Exhibit A). This does not include the funding of utilities, such as electric, water, sewer, and garbage. Grant funding is no longer available to subsidize these costs, therefore the General Fund will be required to provide funding to continue this program. The City will be seeking approval from the State of California to reallocate 60% of the 2021, 2022, and 2023 PLHA grant funding to this project.
Allocating the entire balance of funds for operations of the Sierra House will provide sufficient funding for approximately 5 years.
4. Any combination of options 1-3.
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The City Council has the discretion of allocating funds amongst one or all of the options shown above. In addition, Council may have the option of selecting a preferred option and a secondary option if the preferred option proves to be infeasible.
STRATEGIC PLAN
This item is directly related to the City’s Strategic Plan Objective to “Foster Attainable Housing.”
FINANCIAL IMPACT
There is no financial impact associated with this report. Based on City Council direction, staff will return with an agenda item to formally allocate the funds.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Exhibit A – Sierra House Services FY 2025-26 Budget
Cambridge Academies. March 12, 2024
Cambridge Academies Sierra House Services
Enterprise RESTART Program – 2025/2026 Budget
DESCRIPTION COST RATIONALE TOTAL
Salary/Wages
Enterprise Facilitator
1.0 fte $65,000.00 Classes, workforce development $65,000.00 House Supervisor
1.0 fte $52,000.00 Supervision of house and management of showers $52,000.00 Program Director.
.30 fte $40,000.00 Supervision of and operations at Sierra House $40,000.00 Business Services Dir.
.15 fte $19,000.00 HR forstaffing, payroll, billing, business support $19,000.00 Admin/Data/HMIS
.20 fte $12,000.00 HMIS, Clerical Support $12,000.00
Case Manager
1.0 fte $60,395.00 Placements, work support, Referrals $60,395.00 Modular Supervisor
1.0 fte $41,472.00 Supervise and maintain day to day operations of showers and laundry.
$41,472.00
Subtotal Personnel Costs $289,867.00 $289,867.00
Program/Materials/Supplies
Restart License (50%) $4,000.00 Program License shared with Cambridge Academies $4,000.00 Contractual: Enterprise
RESTART Program
Supervision and 1/1
Coaching
$15,000.00 Program fidelity and 1/1 clientlife/work/family coaching $15,000.00
Enterprise RESTART
Assessments (16 x$250) $4,000.00 Trimetrix Assessments- Behaviors, driving forces,emotional intelligence, work/career options $4,000.00 RESTART Student Materials
& Supplies $2,500.00 Classroom materialsincluding GED Preparation and testing books $2,500.00 Entrepreneurial Project
Materials
$1,500.00 Classroom Program hands-on materials $1,500.00
EXHIBIT A
Cambridge Academies. March 12, 2024
Professional Insurance $1,500.00 Insurance $1,500.00
Food 0 Groceries, food supplies…etc. 0
House Supplies 0 Cleaning supplies, House supplies… etc. 0 Subtotal
Program/Materials/Supplies $28,500.00 $28,500.00
SUBTOTAL PERSONNEL &
PROGRAM
$318,367.00 $318,367.00
Indirect (10%) $31,836.70 $31,836.70
SIERRA HOUSE
PERSONNEL/PROGRAM
TOTAL
$350,203.70 $350,203.70
Item 11.2 – CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL/ LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 11.2
SECTION 11: NEW BUSINESS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Designation and Appointment of a Primary and Alternate Member to the City Youth Council; Nomination of Community Members to serve in the Youth Council Interview Panel; and Resolution Establishing a Meeting Stipend for Youth Council Members
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
Submitted by: Gabriela Hernandez, CMC, City Clerk
RECOMMENDATION
Staff recommends the City Council:
1. Appoint a Primary and Alternate Councilmember to the Youth Council.
2. Request that each Councilmember nominate one community member to serve on the Youth Council Interview Panel.
3. Approve a Resolution setting the meeting stipend for Youth Council Members
SUMMARY
At its June 24
th meeting, the City Council directed staff to initiate the Youth Council Program. The inaugural Youth Council will be selected through a recruitment process, including applications, panel interviews, and final selection of 6 to 8 youth members. The selected members will be confirmed by the City Council at the regular meeting on September 9, 2025.
The Youth Council will provide a platform for youth in Riverbank to engage with local government and participate in community development and policy discussions.
DISCUSSION
1. Primary & Alternate Councilmember Appointments
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As with other intergovernmental boards and committees, the City Council is asked to appoint a Primary and Alternate Councilmember to the Youth Council. These appointees will mentor Youth Council members and assist with developing bylaws, procedures, and planning events, and conferences. The Alternate will attend meetings in the event the Primary is unable to.
2. Interview Panel
The Youth Council interview process will follow this timeline:
• Applications Open: July 28, 2025
• Application Deadline: Friday, August 22, 2025, by 12:00 PM • Interview Date (Tentative): Saturday, August 30, 2025, from 8:30AM – 12:00PM (subject to the number of applicants)
Panel Composition:
• The appointed Primary and Alternate Councilmembers
• One community member nominated by each Councilmember (excluding the Primary/Alternate’s nominees)
Eligibility Requirements for Panel Members:
• Must not have an affiliation with local schools
• Must be available on the scheduled interview date
Final Youth Council selections will be presented to and confirmed by the City Council on September 9, 2025.
3. Meeting Stipend
The Council is asked to determine the stipend amount to be paid to each Youth Council Member for participating in meetings.
FISCAL IMPACT
A preliminary budget of $5,000 has been allocated by the City Council. The final budget may be adjusted based on the stipend amount approved and based on additional research on available trainings and conferences.
STRATEGIC PLAN ALIGNMENT
This initiative supports the City’s strategic goal to:
“Improve Internal and External Communication” by actively engaging youth and establishing a formal Youth Council.
Item 11.2 – CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
ATTACHMENT
1) Resolution 2025-
CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
CITY OF RIVERBANK
RESOLUTION 2025-
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF RIVERBANK
ESTABLISHING A MEETING STIPEND FOR YOUTH COUNCIL MEMBERS
THE CITY OF RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL (HEREAFTER REFERRED TO AS THE “CITY COUNCIL”) DOES HEREBY RESOLVE THAT:
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Riverbank has established a Youth Council to provide high school students with opportunities to engage in local government, develop leadership skills, and represent the voice of youth in the community; and WHEREAS, Youth Council members commit their time to attend meetings, participate in city-sponsored events, and contribute to the betterment of the Riverbank community; and
WHEREAS, the City Council recognizes the dedication of Youth Council members and desires to provide a stipend as a token of appreciation and to help offset any costs related to their participation; and
WHEREAS, establishing a stipend can encourage equitable participation by reducing financial barriers for students from diverse backgrounds.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank as follows:
1. Stipend Established
Each Youth Council member shall be eligible to receive a stipend of $_____ per meeting attended, with a maximum of two (2) meetings per month, not to exceed $_____ per month per member.
2. Eligibility Requirements
a. Youth Council members must be in good standing and regularly participate in scheduled meetings and official Youth Council activities. b. Stipends shall be based on verified attendance and active participation, as recorded by City staff or Youth Council advisors.
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CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
CC Resolution 2025-
3. Distribution of Stipends
Stipends shall be distributed bi-weekly, following submission and verification of attendance records.
4. Funding Source
The stipend program shall be funded through the City of Riverbank’s General Fund Budget, subject to annual appropriations.
5. Effective Date
This resolution shall take effect immediately upon adoption and shall apply to the Youth Council term beginning September 1, 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Riverbank at a regular meeting held on the ____ day of _________, 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
Item 11.3– CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 11.3
SECTION 11: NEW BUSINESS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Designation of a Voting Delegate and Alternate(s) to Represent the City During the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Business Meeting
From: Marisela H. Garcia, City Manager
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that City Council designate a member of the Council as the Voting Delegate, plus one or two alternates. The voting delegate will participate in the Annual Business Meeting during their attendance at the 2025 League of California Cities Annual Conference and Expo, to be held in Long Beach on October 8-10, 2025, and will represent the City during the consideration of resolutions that establish Cal Cities policy. The City Council is to ratify the designations by roll call vote.
SUMMARY
Annually, the League of California Cities requests that the City Council take action in order to participate in the Annual Business Meeting by designating a Voting Delegate and appointing one or two alternates. Participation in the meeting ensures that Riverbank officials have an opportunity to initiate and influence policy decisions by voting on resolutions that establish League policy. The resolutions for the City Council to consider, should there be any, will be presented at a future Council meeting prior to the Annual Conference to discuss and determine the City’s position to each resolution, and to have the designated Voting Delegate or alternate represent the City’s position accordingly. The Annual Business Meeting will be held during the General Assembly on Friday, October 10 th
. The Business Meeting is typically scheduled from 8:30 am – 10:30 am.
The designated Voting Delegate and alternate(s) must be registered for the conference.
At this time, all of the City Council has been registered to attend. Council’s selection of the Voting Delegate and alternate(s) will be reported to Cal Cities. The current Cal Cities Central Valley Executive Committee representatives are Councilmember Call as the primary member and Councilmember Uribe as the alternate. 2025 Resolutions and calendar deadlines:
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• Saturday, Aug. 9, 2025: Deadline to submit resolutions, 60 days prior to the opening of the annual conference.
• Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025, 8:30 a.m.: Deadline to submit signatures to qualify a petitioned resolution.
• Thursday, Oct. 9, 2025: Resolutions Committee meets to consider and make recommendations on general resolutions and petitioned resolutions. • Friday, Oct. 10, 8:30 a.m.: All voting delegates must be checked in prior to the beginning of the General Assembly. (Voting delegates must be registered to attend the annual conference and must stay until the conclusion of voting.) • Friday, Oct. 10, 8:30 a.m.: Consideration of general resolutions and petitioned resolutions by cities in the General Assembly Meeting.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
Conference registration is $675, plus travel and hotel accommodation per attendee.
Currently all members of the City Council are registered to attend as well as the City Manager and Assistant City Manager.
ATTACHMENTS
1. General Assembly Voting Guidelines
1400 K Street, Suite 400, Sacramento, CA 95814 • 916.658.8200 • calcities.org General Assembly Voting Guidelines
1. One City One Vote. Each member city has a right to cast one vote on matters pertaining to Cal Cities policy.
2. Designating a City Voting Representative. Prior to the Cal Cities Annual Conference and Expo, each city council may designate a voting delegate and up to two alternates; these individuals are identified on the voting delegate form provided to the Cal Cities Credentials Committee.
3. Registering with the Credentials Committee. The voting delegate, or alternates, may pick up the city's voting card at the voting delegate desk in the conference registration area. Voting delegates and alternates must sign in at the voting delegate desk. Here they will receive a special sticker on their name badge and thus be admitted to the voting area at the General Assembly.
4. Signing Initiated Resolution Petitions. Only those individuals who are voting delegates (or alternates), and who have picked up their city’s voting card by providing a signature to the credentials committee at the voting delegate desk, may sign petitions to initiate a resolution.
5. Voting. To cast the city's vote, a city official must have in their possession the city's voting card and voting tool; and be registered with the credentials committee. The voting card may be transferred freely between the voting delegate and alternates but may not be transferred to another city official who is neither a voting delegate nor alternate.
6. Voting Area at General Assembly. At the General Assembly, individuals with a voting card will sit in a designated area. Admission to the voting area will be limited to the individual in possession of the voting card and with a special sticker on their name badge identifying them as a voting delegate.
7. Resolving Disputes. In case of dispute, the credentials committee will determine the validity of signatures on petitioned resolutions and the right of a city official to vote at the General Assembly.
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Sixty days before the
Annual Conference
and Expo, Cal Cities
members may submit
policy proposals on
issues of importance
to cities. The resolution must
have the concurrence of at least
five additional member cities or
individual members.
How it works: Cal Cities
Resolutions and the General Assembly
General Assembly
General Resolutions Policy Committees
Developing League of California Cities policy is a dynamic process that engages a wide range of members to ensure Cal Cities represents cities with one voice. These policies directly guide Cal Cities’ advocacy to promote local decision-making, and lobby against statewide policies that erode local control.
The resolutions process and General Assembly is one way that city officials can directly participate in the development of Cal Cities policy. If a resolution is approved at the General Assembly, it becomes official Cal Cities policy. Here’s how resolutions and the General Assembly work.
The petitioned
resolution is an
alternate method
to introduce policy
proposals during
the annual conference. The
petition must be signed by
voting delegates from 10% of
member cities, and submitted to
the Cal Cities President at least
24 hours before the beginning
of the General Assembly.
Petitioned Resolutions
The Cal Cities
President assigns
general resolutions
to policy committees
where members
review, debate, and recommend
positions for each policy proposal.
Recommendations are forwarded
to the Resolutions Committee.
Who’s who
The Resolutions Committee
includes representatives
from each Cal Cities
diversity caucus, regional
division, municipal
department, and policy
committee, as well as
individuals appointed by
the Cal Cities president.
Voting delegates
are appointed by each
member city; every city
has one voting delegate.
The General Assembly is a
meeting of the collective
body of all voting
delegates —one from
every member city.
Seven policy committees
meet throughout the year
to review and recommend
positions to take on bills
and regulatory proposals.
Policy committees include
members from each Cal
Cities diversity caucus,
regional division, and
municipal department,
as well as individuals
appointed by the Cal
Cities president.
During the General Assembly, voting delegates
debate and consider general and petitioned
resolutions forwarded by the Resolutions
Committee. Potential Cal Cities bylaws
amendments are also considered at this meeting.
Cal Cities policy
development is a memberinformed process,
grounded in the voices and
experiences of city officials
throughout the state.
For more information visit www.calcities.org/general-assembly Prior to the Annual Conference and Expo
Resolutions Committee
The Resolutions
Committee considers
all resolutions. General
Resolutions approved1 by
either a policy committee
or the Resolutions Committee are next
considered by the General Assembly.
General resolutions not approved, or
referred for further study by both a
policy committee and the Resolutions
Committee do not go to the General
Assembly. All Petitioned Resolutions
are considered by the General
Assembly, unless disqualified.2
During the Annual Conference and Expo
1 The Resolution Committee can amend a general resolution prior to sending it to the General Assembly. 2 Petitioned Resolutions may be disqualified by the Resolutions Committee according to Cal Cities Bylaws Article VI. Sec. 5(f).
Item 12.1– CC/LRA – 07/22/2025
RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 12.1
SECTION 12: COUNCIL REFERRALS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: City Flag
From: Luis Uribe, Councilmember District 1
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Council receive a presentation from Councilmember District 1, Luis Uribe regarding the City Flag.
SUMMARY
Councilmember Uribe has requested an opportunity to present to Council options for a City Flag.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
None associated with this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Background Information
Refreshing Our City Flag: A Community-Driven Initiative
1. Background on the Current City Flag
• Origin: Designed in 2002 by a label pin company in Las Vegas, Nevada. • Visibility: Not prominently displayed or listed on the city’s official website. • Limited Use: Rarely flown by residents or businesses, indicating a lack of resonance with the community.
• Missing Information: No clear historical context—such as adoption date, designer’s intent, or symbolic meaning—is publicly available.
2. Why a Redesign is Needed
• Symbol of Identity: A city flag should reflect shared values, pride, and identity. • Design Standards: Effective flags are simple, meaningful, and distinctive. • Underutilized: The current flag doesn’t inspire widespread use or recognition. • Modern Relevance: A new design can align with our evolving community and modern design principles.
3. Benefits of a Flag Refresh
• Civic Pride: A strong, well-loved flag can become a symbol embraced by residents, much like the flags of Chicago or Washington, D.C.
• Cultural Representation: A redesign allows us to reflect our city’s history, diversity, and aspirations.
• Economic Potential: Iconic flags can generate revenue through tourism and branded merchandise (e.g., Portland’s flag).
• Community Connection: Involving residents in the process fosters ownership and unity. • Legacy and Modernization: Balances respect for the past with a vision for the future.
4. Proposed Redesign Process
• Public Design Contest: Invite submissions from residents of all ages to ensure inclusivity and creativity.
• Ceremonial Adoption: Unveil the new flag in a public celebration, such as a plaza event.
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• Budget Considerations: Minimal costs for promotion, materials, and a small winner’s prize.
• Preserving Tradition: Archive the current flag in city records and museums to honor its place in our history.
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RIVERBANK CITY COUNCIL / LOCAL REDEVELOPMENT AUTHORITY
AGENDA ITEM NO. 12.2
SECTION 12: COUNCIL REFERRALS
Meeting Date: July 22, 2025
Subject: Adopt a Spot Storm Drain Program
From: Rachel Hernandez, Mayor
RECOMMENDATION
It is recommended that Council receive a presentation from Mayor Hernandez regarding an Adopt a Spot Storm Drain Program.
SUMMARY
Mayor Hernandez has requested an opportunity to present to Council a proposal for an Adopt a Spot Storm Drain Program.
FINANCIAL IMPACT
None associated with this report.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Background Information
Proposal: Riverbank's Adopt-a-Spot Program
To: City of Riverbank Leadership
From: Cynthia Prieto-Diaz, Public Health Analyst and Civic Scientist Date: June 11, 2025
I. Executive Summary
I propose establishing a vibrant "Adopt-a-Spot" program for the City of Riverbank. This initiative will empower residents, businesses, and community organizations to take direct ownership of maintaining our public spaces, significantly reducing litter (especially toxic tobacco product waste), enhancing beautification, and fostering immense community pride. By leveraging volunteer power, Riverbank can become an even cleaner, more attractive city, supporting our Public Works Department and boosting our overall economic vitality.
II. Program Overview: "Riverbank's Adopt-a-Spot"
The "Adopt-a-Spot" program invites individuals, families, businesses, and community groups to commit to regular cleanups and light maintenance of designated public areas within Riverbank. • Purpose: To create a cleaner, more beautiful Riverbank by directly engaging the community in litter prevention and abatement, with a specific focus on mitigating tobacco product waste at key locations like bus stops and the smoke-free parks.
• Goals:
o Reduce visible litter, particularly cigarette butts and vape waste, in adopted areas. o Enhance the aesthetic appeal and safety of Riverbank's public spaces. o Foster a stronger sense of community ownership and civic responsibility. o Support the efforts of the Public Works Department by reducing their reactive cleanup burden. • What Can Be Adopted: Public parks, specific bus stops (e.g., along Route 60 on Patterson Road), street segments, public trails, and common areas.
• Commitment: Adopting groups would commit to a minimum 1–2-year agreement, performing cleanups on a regular schedule (e.g., quarterly or bi-monthly).
III. Benefits for the City of Riverbank
Implementing an Adopt-a-Spot program offers a multitude of benefits, aligning directly with Riverbank's goals for community well-being and economic growth:
• Cleaner Communities: Directly reduces litter accumulation, including toxic cigarette butts and vape waste, making our city more inviting.
• Enhanced Public Health: Less litter means reduced exposure to environmental toxins and improved overall public health, especially for children and those using public spaces.
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III. Benefits for the City of Riverbank (Continued)
• Economic Development Catalyst: A visibly clean city is more attractive to new businesses, residents, and visitors, potentially boosting property values and local commerce. • Strengthened Community Engagement: Provides a tangible way for residents to contribute, fostering civic pride and strengthening neighborhood bonds.
• Optimized Public Works Resources: By leveraging volunteer efforts, city staff can dedicate more time and resources to other critical infrastructure and maintenance needs, rather than routine litter pickup.
Other cities have seen significant savings from volunteer hours (example, Durham, NC, estimated over $37,000 saved annually in volunteer time through their Adopt-a-Street program).
IV. Associated Risks & Mitigation Strategies
While highly beneficial, it's important to acknowledge and plan for potential challenges:
• Volunteer Safety:
o Risk: Injuries during cleanups (e.g., from sharp objects, traffic), exposure to hazardous waste. o Mitigation: Mandatory safety orientations, provision of essential safety gear (gloves, highvisibility vests, litter grabbers), clear guidelines (e.g., avoid roadways, proper hazardous waste reporting), and potentially volunteer waivers.
• Program Management & Oversight:
o Risk: Inconsistent volunteer participation, administrative burden on city staff for coordination and tracking.
o Mitigation: Clear adoption agreements, regular communication channels, simple online reporting tools for volunteer hours and collected litter, and designating a part-time program coordinator or a consultant.
• Litter Accumulation Between Cleanups:
o Risk: Adopted areas may still accumulate litter, leading to frustration. o Mitigation: Encourage more frequent cleanups by groups, strategic placement of dedicated tobacco waste receptacles (as previously proposed), and ongoing public awareness campaigns about responsible disposal.
• Liability Concerns:
o Risk: City liability for volunteer accidents.
o Mitigation: Comprehensive volunteer waivers, clear safety protocols, and potentially requiring groups undertaking more extensive activities (beyond simple litter pickup) to provide proof of insurance.
V. Estimated Costs to the City of Riverbank
The initial investment in the City of Riverbank to establish and support an Adopt-a-Spot program is modest compared to the long-term benefits:
• Program Coordination:
o Cost: Potentially a portion of an existing staff member's time or a dedicated part-time coordinator. (Example: Durham, NC, allocated approximately $7,600 annually for staffing their Adopt-a-Street program).
• Supplies:
o Cost: Initial bulk purchase of gloves, trash bags, safety vests, and litter grabbers, followed by annual replenishment.
• Signage:
o Cost: Production and installation of "Adopted By" signs at each adopted location. (Example:
Durham, NC, estimated signage costs at approximately $6,300 annually for 7 signs). • Waste Disposal:
o Cost: Coordination with city waste management for collected litter. This may be absorbed into existing services or require specific arrangements for larger cleanup events. • Administrative/Technology:
o Cost: Development and/or utilization of a simple online application and reporting system. (Likely low cost if existing city platforms are leveraged – Request Tracker).
VI. Opportunities for Revenue & Partnerships
The Adopt-a-Spot program presents exciting opportunities for financial and in-kind support from the Riverbank community:
• Local Business Sponsorships:
o Prominent Recognition: Offer attractive signage at adopted spots, displaying the sponsoring business's name or logo, providing valuable public recognition for their community commitment. o Tiered Sponsorships: Create different levels of sponsorship (e.g., Bronze, Silver, Gold) with varying financial contributions and corresponding levels of recognition. o Corporate Volunteer Days: Encourage local businesses to "adopt" a spot as a team-building exercise, potentially providing both volunteer labor and financial and/or in-kind donations of supplies.
VI. Opportunities for Revenue & Partnerships (Continued) • Community Organization Endorsements & Participation:
o Partner with local non-profits, civic groups, schools, faith-based organizations, and neighborhood associations to adopt spots. Their volunteer time represents a significant in-kind contribution to the city.
• Grant Funding:
o Actively seek grants from environmental foundations, public health initiatives (especially those focused on tobacco control and waste reduction), and community improvement programs. • "Buy-a-Spot" Option (Carefully Considered):
o For individuals or businesses unable to commit volunteer time, a financial contribution could fund a professional cleanup crew for a specific spot, with appropriate recognition. (Example: Keep Riverside Clean & Beautiful offers a $600 annual sponsorship option for street cleanups).
VII. Call to Action
I believe establishing a formal "Adopt-a-Spot" program is a proactive, cost-effective, and highly beneficial step for the City of Riverbank. It aligns perfectly with our shared vision for a cleaner, healthier, and more engaged community. I respectfully request the City of Riverbank leadership to consider establishing this program and I look forward to partnering with you to make it a success. _______________________Intentionally Left Blank_____________________