Agenda packet — Sonora City Council, September 8, 2026

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Agenda
Tuesday, September 08, 2026
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on September 8, 2026, at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

Written comments can be submitted to be included as part of the administrative record; they will not be read during the meeting. All comments must be received by 3:00 pm on the day of the noticed meeting and can be submitted to the City Clerk at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370, or via email to [email protected].

Public Access Audio and Video Live Streaming
The Public will not have access to give public comments via public access audio and video live streaming; they are available for audio and visual only; and can be accessed via our website at www.sonoraca.com.

Remote viewing of the meeting via live streaming is provided to members of the public as a courtesy. If the live streaming connection malfunctions for any reason and no Council Members are attending via teleconference, the City Council will continue the public meeting in Chambers without remote access.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

The numerical order of the items on this agenda is for convenience of reference. Items may be taken out of order upon request of the Mayor or Council Members. All questions shall be directed to the Mayor who, at their discretion, will refer to Staff.
___________________________________________________________________________________________ Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Andy Merrill
Council Members Bess Levine, Stephen Opie, Mark Plummer City Administrator Christopher Gorsky
City Attorney Douglas White___________________________________________________________________ 1 Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
OPEN SESSION - 5:00 PM

1. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

2. ROLL CALL

3. CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING

4. APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA

5. PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
The public may address the Council on any item of public interest not otherwise on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the City. No action may be taken. Matters to be addressed may be referred to City Staff or placed on a subsequent meeting Agenda. Speakers are limited to a three (3) minute presentation.

6. CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be voted on in one motion unless a Council member or member of the public has a question or wishes to discuss an item. In that case, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

A. Consider Approval of the Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2026; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

B. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for August 2026 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, City Administrator
C. Consider Approval of the Memorandum of Agreement Between the City of Sonora and the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Pertaining to Assistance Under the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System for the Dove Fire, and Authorize the City Administrator to Execute the Agreement; Brittan Gregory, Fire Chief.

D. Consider Authorization for the Mayor to Sign a Letter in Support of the Tuolumne County Veteran’s Service Office Glory Garden project; Chris Gorsky, City Administrator.

7. NEW BUSINESS
A. Consider Acceptance of the Appeal Filed for the Planning Commission Decision on August 20, 2026, and Schedule the Appeal Hearing for October 19, 2026. Giving Staff Sufficient Time to Publish the Public Notice and Prepare the Appeal Hearing Documents; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director. 2 Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
B. 1) Consider Approval and Award the FY 25/26 Parking Lots Improvement Project Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. (TBS) Based on the Lowest Responsive Base Bid for Construction in the Amount of $703,221.71; and
2) Consider Approval of Task Order 26-08 Contract Amendment #2 to Dewberry Engineers Inc. for Associated Construction Management, Engineering Support, and Inspection Costs in the Amount of $149,344.76; and
3) Consider Approval of the Bid Alternative to Include Solar Street Lighting in the Project in the Amount of $105,000; and
4) Consider Authorization for City Administrator to Approve Construction Change Orders up to a Combined Total of 15% of the Construction Contract.

Items 1-4 will be Presented by Carlye Buchholz, City Engineer.

C. Consider Approval of a Contract with Bear Electric for Traffic Signal Maintenance within the City of Sonora; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director.

8. COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS

9. ADJOURNMENT
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall (209) 532-4541, [email protected]. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the City Administrator’s Office at 94 N. Washington Street, Sonora, CA 95370 during normal business hours (8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday through Friday, excluding holidays). The agenda and supporting public documents are also available on our City website www.sonoraca.com listed under the agenda/minutes link on the Government page.
3 CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk
SUBJECT: Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2026
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of the Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2026.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

Staff Recommends the City Council Approve the Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2026.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact on the General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Meeting Minutes from August 17, 2026.

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Infrastructure and Engineering, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan, Homelessness Issues, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention
4 Item A.

CITY OF SONORA
City Council Regular Meeting
Minutes
Monday, August 17, 2026
5:00 PM
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that the Sonora City Council will have their regular meeting on August 17, 2026 at 5:00 PM in the City of Sonora Council Chambers located at 94 N. Washington Street Sonora, CA 95370.

This meeting is physically open to the Public and citizens who wish to provide public comment during the meeting will be invited to do so by the Mayor.

CITY COUNCIL appreciates your interest and encourages participation. Regularly scheduled meetings are held on the 1st and 3rd Monday of each month.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Bess Levine led the Pledge of Allegiance.

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Mayor Ann Segerstrom
Vice Mayor Andy Merrill
Councilmember Bess Levine
Councilmember Stephen Opie
Councilmember Mark Plummer
CITY CLERK’S REPORT ON AGENDA POSTING
The Agenda was posted on Friday, August 14, 2026, at 10:16 am.

APPROVAL OF THE AGENDA
Motion made by Councilmember Mark Plummer, Seconded by Councilmember Bess Levine. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer

PUBLIC COMMENT (NON-AGENDA ITEMS)
The public may address the Council on any item of public interest not otherwise on the agenda that is within the jurisdiction of the City. No action may be taken. Matters to be addressed may be referred to City Staff or placed on a subsequent meeting Agenda. Speakers are limited to a three (3) minute presentation.

A member of the public addressed the Council.

Councilmembers made additional comments.

Katie Dunn Executive Director of the Sonora Chamber of Commerce informed those in attendance the third annual Sidewalk Sale, Stroll, Shop and Save will be September 26th; Trick or Treat Street will be adding a new element this year; Christmas Parade Applications are live on the Chamber website; the next Chamber Mixer is Tuesday the 18th at Bigwood Brew Works.

Mike Lemke speaking on behalf of the Tuolumne County Economic Development Collaborative Work Group gave an update.
6 Item A.

Sophia Kaufman made a comment.

CONSENT CALENDAR
Items on the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be voted on in one motion unless a Council member or member of the public has a question or wishes to discuss an item. In that case, the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar and considered separately.

1. Consider Approval of the Meeting Minutes from August 3, 2026; Stacy Enos-Del Razo, Deputy City Clerk.

2. Consider Acceptance of Disbursements in the Amount of $189,053.31 and $391,310.51 for Payroll, Including Employee Salaries, Employer and Employee Taxes, Retirement Contributions, Miscellaneous Voluntary Employee Deductions, Holiday Pay, and Other Adjustments, Including Retro-Pay; Nicole McCutchen, Administrative Services Officer, City Clerk.

3. Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for July 2026 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report; Chris Gorsky, City Administrator

4. Consider Approval of Resolution No. 08-17-2026-A, Authorizing the Closure of State Route 49 (Washington Street) and Certain City Streets for the 2026 Sonora Union High School Homecoming Parade; Turu VanderWiel, Police Chief.

5. Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 08-17-2026-B Acknowledging the City of Sonora Fire Department’s Annual State-Mandated Fire Inspection Compliance Report Pursuant to California Health and Safety Code Section 13146; Brittan Gregory, Fire Chief.

No public comment.

Motion made by Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Seconded by Councilmember Mark Plummer. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer

NEW BUSINESS

6. Consider Adoption of Resolution No. 08-17-2026-C, Adopting the City of Sonora 2026-2031 Economic Development Strategy; Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director and Cole Przybyla, Przybyla Advisors.

Tyler Summersett Community Development Director introduced Cole Przybyla, Przybyla Advisors. 7 Item A.

Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
Cole Przybyla, Przybyla Advisors presented the 2026-2031 Economic Development Strategy including, Five objectives organize the work; Thirteen action items define the major work; Fifty-Two implementation items make the plan easy to track and use; Vacancy Database; Recruitment is focused on businesses that fit Sonora now; and Approve the plan and begin implementation.

Councilmembers asked questions and made comments.

A member of the public addressed the Council.

LeeAnn Hatton addressed the council.

Sophia Kaufman representing both Mother Lode Job Training and the Central Sierra Economic Development District addressed the Council.

Mike Lemke addressed the Council.

Councilmembers and Chris Gorsky City Administrator made additional comments.

Motion made by Councilmember Mark Plummer, Seconded by Councilmember Stephen Opie. Voting Yea:

Mayor Ann Segerstrom, Vice Mayor Andy Merrill, Councilmember Bess Levine, Councilmember Stephen Opie, Councilmember Mark Plummer.

COUNCIL MEMBER REPORTS
Councilmember Mark Plummer attended Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO); and Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC) meetings.

Councilmember Stephen Opie had nothing to report.

Councilmember Bess Levine had nothing to report.

Vice Mayor Andy Merrill attended Tuolumne County Transportation Council (TCTC); and the Commission on Homelessness meetings.

Mayor Ann Segerstrom attended Tuolumne County Local Agency Formation Commission (LAFCO); Amador Tuolumne Community Action Agency (ATCAA) meetings; and the fundraiser for Camp Justice is August 29th.

ADJOURNMENT
Adjourned at 6:28 pm.
8 Item A.

Mission Statement: To foster a safe, vibrant, and prosperous community that enhances the quality of life for all
Vision Statement: With leadership and integrity, the City of Sonora commits to excellent service through collaboration and innovation
In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk at City Hall (209) 532-4541, [email protected]. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 ADA Title II).

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 08, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for August 2026 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Acceptance of an Informational Report for August 2026 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void Report.

BACKGROUND:

The Administrative Services Department manages the payment processing for all City disbursements. The City has three main types of payments which includes the following:

1. Vendors – These payments are associated with goods received and contractual services provided to the City and payroll benefits paid by the City on behalf of City employees.

2. Refunds – These payments are associated with refunds issued for deposits collected and have been authorized to be released for business licenses, building permits, rental agreements, etc.

3. Employees – These payments are associated with City-related travel advances and reimbursements related to training events or City business reimbursements.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

On a monthly basis, Administrative Services Staff prepare a monthly warrant report for vendors receiving payment from the City. The informational report for the monthly payments provides Council the oversight and ability to review all spending activity for the City.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact will result from this informational report on the August 2026 Accounts Payable Payment Register and Void report. Expenditures are tracked according to budget authority.

All payments have been approved for payment through the adoption of the fiscal year budget or by an additional item passed by Council.
10 Item B.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP ATTACHMENTS:
 Accounts Payable Warrants Report
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Staffing - Salary, Benefits, Training, and Retention 11 Item B.

City of Sonora
Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? 204786 8/4/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200710 Tuolumne County Transportation Counc 96,364.32 Check No 204787 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 228.98 Check No204788 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 50.96 Check No204789 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200016 Tuolumne County Public Power Agency 2,865.77 Check No 204790 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 168.57 Check No204791 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 39.57 Check No204792 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 47.93 Check No204793 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200048 The Union Democrat 135.00 Check No204794 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200055 Keenan Associates 81,177.57 Check No204795 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200117 Verizon Wireless 38.01 Check No204796 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 738.32 Check No204797 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 234.50 Check No204798 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200221 California Department of Transportation 1,809.79 Check No204799 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200226 Rebecca Howard 1,432.85 Check No204800 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200246 Tuolumne-Stanislaus Integrated Region 200.00 Check No 204801 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 3,614.93 Check No204802 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200312 Municipal Maintenance Equipment 19.37 Check No204803 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200496 Victoria Arduengo 483.77 Check No204804 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 2,106.00 Check No204805 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200535 Toshiba Financial Services 2,090.48 Check No204806 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200616 Granite Peak Alarms LLC 360.00 Check No204807 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200640 Diamond Digital Marketing Co. 2,600.00 Check No204808 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200670 Visibly Clean Window Cleaning 572.00 Check No204809 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200737 TransUnion Risk and Alternative 152.00 Check No204810 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200750 Jessica Hodge 660.00 Check No204811 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200755 Selman & Company, LLC 94.80 Check No204812 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200787 Nickerson Investigate Services 3,321.27 Check No204813 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200841 The CrisCom Company 3,500.00 Check No204814 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200842 Heritage Landscape SUpply Group, Inc 1,008.76 Check No204815 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200843 First Call Public Safety Consulting, LLC 1,406.00 Check No204816 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2011 Matthew Lewallen 53.63 Check No204818 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2002 Dambacher Family Farms 16.00 Check No204819 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2006 Rosa's Portuguese Bakery, Inc. 23.00 Check No204820 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2007 Tyson Hill Farm LLC 14.00 Check No 12 Item B.

City of Sonora
Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? 204821 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2014 Schnoogs Cafe 16.00 Check No204822 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200011 AT&T Calnet 3 761.13 Check No204823 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200013 JS West Propane Gas 115.26 Check No204824 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200015 Silke Communications 221.86 Check No204825 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200018 U.S. Bank Corporate Payment System 7,989.00 Check No204826 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 67.62 Check No204827 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 784.13 Check No204828 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 172.19 Check No204829 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200028 General Plumbing Supply 43.74 Check No204830 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 97.00 Check No204831 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200034 OHE Sand and Gravel, Inc. 37.38 Check No204832 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 1,548.74 Check No204833 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200042 Sonora Ford 219.33 Check No204834 8/14/2026 VOID - Sonora Lumber - Overflow 20043 Sonora Lumber Company 0.00 Check Yes204835 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200043 Sonora Lumber Company 577.68 Check No204836 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200046 TK Elevator 1,034.93 Check No204837 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 173.79 Check No204838 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200048 The Union Democrat 666.00 Check No204839 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 1,095.00 Check No204840 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200080 JTM Cleaning Co. 1,350.00 Check No204841 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200095 Sonora AIRCO Gas & Gear 56.03 Check No204842 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200108 CISCO Fire Sprinklers, Inc. 885.00 Check No204843 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200223 Department of Conservation 11.40 Check No204844 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200231 Visit Tuolumne County 42,574.45 Check No204845 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200262 California Building Standards Commissi 63.90 Check No 204846 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 1,637.24 Check No204847 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200370 Emblem Enterprises, Inc. 859.85 Check No204848 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 2,430.50 Check No204849 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200481 ESO Solutions, Inc. 1,758.60 Check No204850 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200499 Axon Enterprise, Inc. 330.60 Check No204851 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200552 Jay's Tires 375.00 Check No204852 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200637 Industrial Electrical Co., Inc. 825.00 Check No204853 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200692 Vanir Construction Management, Inc. 3,240.00 Check No204854 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200724 Core Psychological Corporation 1,000.00 Check No 13 Item B.

City of Sonora
Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? 204855 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200735 Przybyla Advisors 500.00 Check No204856 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200844 Caitlyn Mae Luning 100.00 Check No204857 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200845 Applied Concepts Inc - Stalker Radar 1,804.16 Check No204858 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2027 Mikale Bell 103.06 Check No204859 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2031 Jennifer Hannula 103.06 Check No204860 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2072 Stacy Enos-Del Razo 68.98 Check No204861 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2001 Mourad Cherif (Hummus Heaven) 75.00 Check No204862 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2002 Dambacher Family Farms 13.00 Check No204863 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2003 Jonathan Anderson dba Tuttletown Far 153.00 Check No 204864 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2006 Rosa's Portuguese Bakery, Inc. 118.00 Check No204865 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2007 Tyson Hill Farm LLC 144.00 Check No204866 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2008 J&J Ramos Farms, Inc. 55.00 Check No204867 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2009 Bulk Farms Inc dba Oakdale Cheese 13.00 Check No204868 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2010 Engler Ag Enterprises 40.00 Check No204869 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2014 Schnoogs Cafe 54.00 Check No204870 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2020 That Garlic Stuff 22.00 Check No204871 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2022 Sourdough Dreams 34.00 Check No204872 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2023 Blue bell Bees LLC 16.00 Check No204873 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2024 Jar Bakery 13.00 Check No204874 8/18/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200846 State of California Department of Fish a 3,043.75 Check No 204875 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200005 Amazon Business 293.58 Check No204876 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200015 Silke Communications 441.28 Check No204877 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 1,571.87 Check No204878 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200020 AT&T Mobility (FirstNet) 189.36 Check No204879 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 367.51 Check No204880 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200024 Comcast Business 252.91 Check No204881 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200028 General Plumbing Supply 128.78 Check No204882 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200032 Mountain Oasis Water 45.90 Check No204883 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200035 Pacific Gas and Electric 468.74 Check No204884 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200039 Safe-T-Lite of Modesto, Inc. 350.38 Check No204885 8/27/2026 VOID - Tuolumne Utilities Dist. - Overflow 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 0.00 Check Yes204886 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200047 Tuolumne Utilities District 7,201.90 Check No204887 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200059 Cal.Net Motherlode 54.01 Check No204888 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200060 Combined Benefits Administrators 1,349.20 Check No 14 Item B.

City of Sonora
Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? 204889 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200067 Sentry Alarm Systems 126.00 Check No204890 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200069 Signal Service 354.00 Check No204891 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200074 Vision Service Plan (CA) 806.40 Check No204892 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200091 Adventist Health Sonora 2,125.00 Check No204893 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200097 Allen's Mobile Locksmithing 85.00 Check No204894 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200108 CISCO Fire Sprinklers, Inc. 1,735.00 Check No204895 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200207 Sonora Police Officers Association 738.32 Check No204896 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200210 Operating Engineers #3 234.50 Check No204897 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200224 Tuolumne County Auditor Controller 913.00 Check No204898 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200232 Kevin Anderson 70.00 Check No204899 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200247 Watch Resources, Inc. 608.00 Check No204900 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200263 Hunt & Sons LLC 8,214.85 Check No204901 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200402 Viking Shred 194.97 Check No204902 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200413 CSG Consultants 15,225.00 Check No204903 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200477 Code 3 Technology LLC 937.72 Check No204904 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200487 Standard Insurance Company 174.00 Check No204905 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200500 Nathan Morales 70.00 Check No204906 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200505 Valley Strong Credit Union 2,106.00 Check No204907 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200535 Toshiba Financial Services 2,204.42 Check No204908 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200694 Douglas Lorimer 1,071.31 Check No204909 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200699 Linda Emerson 35.00 Check No204910 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200701 Thomas Miller 70.00 Check No204911 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200733 Bright Planet Solar 265.00 Check No204912 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200762 NEOGOV 10,233.30 Check No204913 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200776 Twain Harte Community Services Distric 9,521.28 Check No 204914 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200783 Curtis Wicks 70.00 Check No204915 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200787 Nickerson Investigate Services 1,568.20 Check No204916 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200847 Luke Tygar McCarthy 150.00 Check No204917 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200848 Tonatiuh Newbold 150.00 Check No204918 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200849 Industrial Inspection & Analysis (IIA LIft 875.00 Check No204919 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200851 Tuolumne county Fire Department 6,984.48 Check No204920 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2004 Christopher Gorsky 250.00 Check No204921 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2044 Ronald Watson 81.55 Check No204922 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher Emp2065 Jonathan Rock 360.50 Check No 15 Item B.

City of Sonora
Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? 204923 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2001 Mourad Cherif (Hummus Heaven) 46.00 Check No204924 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2004 Sunny Pence dba Pence Farm Sourdou 59.00 Check No 204925 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2007 Tyson Hill Farm LLC 148.00 Check No204926 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2009 Bulk Farms Inc dba Oakdale Cheese 8.00 Check No204927 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2014 Schnoogs Cafe 42.00 Check No204928 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2020 That Garlic Stuff 26.00 Check No204929 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher FM2023 Blue bell Bees LLC 19.00 Check NoACH499 8/7/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 6,492.53 Voucher NoACH500 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200010 American Tower 1,594.59 Voucher NoACH501 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200608 Enterprise FM Trust 34,594.34 Voucher NoACH502 8/14/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200838 Municipal Resource Group LLC 2,007.50 Voucher NoACH503 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 1,051.93 Voucher NoACH504 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 810.26 Voucher NoACH505 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 682.65 Voucher NoACH506 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 2,901.26 Voucher NoACH507 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 1,604.23 Voucher NoACH508 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 11,845.58 Voucher NoACH509 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 935.45 Voucher NoACH510 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 238.31 Voucher NoACH511 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200004 White Brenner LLP 7,031.70 Voucher NoACH512 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200301 RingCentral 783.10 Voucher NoACH513 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200528 CivicPlus LLC 3,027.69 Voucher NoACH514 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 2,008.88 Voucher NoACH515 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 13,050.28 Voucher NoACH516 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 1,370.71 Voucher NoACH517 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 18,218.52 Voucher NoACH518 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 89.88 Voucher NoACH519 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 34,310.93 Voucher NoACH520 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 15,862.25 Voucher NoACH521 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 5,093.60 Voucher NoACH522 8/27/2026 System Generated Check/Voucher 200600 Dewberry Engineers Inc. 12,046.77 Voucher NoEFT0978 8/12/2026 Payroll - FIT - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200215 Internal Revenue Service 18,356.72 Check NoEFT0979 8/12/2026 Payroll - FICA - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200215 Internal Revenue Service 26,096.94 Check NoEFT0980 8/12/2026 Payroll - SIT - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200217 Employment Development Department 7,147.17 Check No 16 Item B.

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Warrants Register
August 2026
Check Number Effective Date Document Description ID Payee Check Amount Payment Type VOID ? EFT0981 8/12/2026 Payroll - SDI - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200217 Employment Development Department 302.46 Check NoEFT0982 8/12/2026 Payroll - CalPERS - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200219 CalPERS 33,045.46 Check NoEFT0983 8/12/2026 Payroll - CalPERS - PP#16 - PayDay 08/07/24 200219 CalPERS 2,098.28 Check NoEFT0984 8/26/2026 PayRoll - FIT - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200215 Internal Revenue Service 15,595.41 Check NoEFT0985 8/26/2026 PayRoll - FICA - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200215 Internal Revenue Service 23,306.38 Check NoEFT0986 8/26/2026 PayRoll - SIT - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200217 Employment Development Department 6,008.14 Check NoEFT0987 8/26/2026 PayRoll - SDI - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200217 Employment Development Department 271.11 Check NoEFT0988 8/26/2026 PayRoll - CalPERS - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200219 CalPERS 32,994.07 Check NoEFT0989 8/26/2026 PayRoll - DefComp - PP#17 - PayDay 08/21/26 200219 CalPERS 2,548.28 Check NoReport Total 714,214.09 17 Item B.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Brittan Gregory, Fire Chief
SUBJECT: Consider Approval of the Memorandum of Agreement Between the City of Sonora and the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Pertaining to Assistance Under the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System for the Dove Fire, and Authorize the City Administrator to Execute the Agreement.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of the Memorandum of Agreement Between the City of Sonora and the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians Pertaining to Assistance Under the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System for the Dove Fire, and Authorize the City Administrator to Execute the Agreement.

BACKGROUND:

On July 26, 2026, extreme fire conditions, including strong winds and low humidity, contributed to a fire that swept through the region, referred to as the "Dove Fire." On that same day, a Presidential Declaration of Emergency (FEMA-5652-FM-CA) was issued in connection with the fire. Pursuant to the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, the Fire Chief of the City of Sonora, serving as the Operational Area Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid Coordinator, requested mutual aid assistance from the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians.

These agencies provided fire personnel, equipment, and materials from July 28, 2026 through August 1, 2026, to assist with fire suppression and emergency protective services in connection with the Dove Fire.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System is issued and revised under the authority of Sections 8550, 8569, 8615 through 8619, and 8668 of the California Government Code, the California Emergency Plan, and the California Disaster and Civil Defense Master Mutual Aid Agreement. It establishes the standard procedures used to request and coordinate fire service mutual aid resources when an emergency cannot be resolved by a single fire agency within an Operational Area.

The attached Memorandum of Agreement formalizes the mutual aid assistance provided during the Dove Fire and obligates the City of Sonora to reimburse the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians 18 Item C.

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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP for all reasonable costs associated with their fire service mutual aid assistance. Each participating agency has agreed to document its respective costs and submit them to the City as attachments to the Agreement.

Staff recommend that the City Council approve the Agreement and authorize the City Administrator to execute it on behalf of the City. Approval of the Agreement ensures the City honors its mutual aid obligations, supports continued regional cooperation among fire service partners, and allows the participating agencies to be reimbursed for the resources they committed during the Dove Fire.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The total reimbursement cost to the City is not yet determined and will be based on the documented mutual aid assistance costs submitted by the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians. Because the Dove Fire was covered by a Presidential Declaration of Emergency (FEMA-5652-FM-CA), a Fire Management Assistance Grant (FMAG) has been approved for the fire, and the City intends to pursue reimbursement of these costs through that grant and other applicable state and federal disaster assistance programs.

ATTACHMENTS:
 Memorandum of Agreement Pertaining to Assistance Under the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System (Dove Fire).

CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Public Safety.
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MEMORANDUM OF AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF SONORA AND THE TWAIN HARTE

COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT, THE MI-WUK SUGAR PINE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT, THE

TUOLUMNE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT, AND THE TUOLUMNE BAND OF ME-WUK INDIANS

PERTAINING TO ASSISTANCE UNDER THE CALIFORNIA FIRE AND RESCUE MUTUAL AID SYSTEM WHEREAS, on July 26, 2026, extreme fire conditions, including strong winds and low humidity, contributed to a fire that swept through the region; and WHEREAS, this fire is referred to as the “Dove Fire;” and WHEREAS, on July 26, 2026, a Presidential Declaration of Emergency (FEMA-5652-FM-CA) was issued; and
WHEREAS, the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System is issued and revised under the authority of Sections 8550, 8569, 8615 through 8619, and 8668 of the California Government Code, the California Emergency Plan, and the California Disaster and Civil Defense Master Mutual Aid Agreement; and WHEREAS, the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System delineates the current state policy concerning fire service mutual aid; and
WHEREAS, the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System describes the standard procedures used to acquire fire service mutual aid resources and the method to ensure coordination of fire service mutual aid planning and readiness; and
WHEREAS, the City of Sonora Fire Chief is the Operational Area Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid Coordinator; and
WHEREAS, the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System provides, in pertinent part, “When an emergency develops or appears to be developing which cannot be resolved by a fire agency within an Operational Area, it is the responsibility of the Operational Area Fire and Rescue Coordinator to provide assistance and coordination to control the problem;” and WHEREAS, the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System provides, in pertinent part, “A request for fire service mutual aid requires the approval of the fire chief of the requesting jurisdiction;” and WHEREAS, the Fire Chief of the City of Sonora requested the mutual aid assistance of the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians, pursuant to the California Fire and Rescue Mutual Aid System, to support fire suppression and emergency protective services in connection with the Dove Fire; and
WHEREAS, the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians provided mutual aid assistance consisting of fire personnel, equipment, and materials from July 28, 2026 through August 1, 2026, to assist with fire suppression and emergency protective services in connection with the Dove Fire; and
WHEREAS, the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians each agree to document all of their respective mutual aid assistance costs related to the Dove Fire; and 20 Item C.

NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS HEREBY AGREED by and between the City of Sonora and the Twain Harte Community Services District, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District, the Tuolumne County Fire Department, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians that the City of Sonora shall reimburse all reasonable costs associated with the Twain Harte Community Services District’s, the Mi-Wuk Sugar Pine Fire Protection District’s, the Tuolumne County Fire Department’s, and the Tuolumne Band of Me-Wuk Indians’ fire service mutual aid assistance during the Dove Fire.

CITY OF SONORA
By_____________________________
Name:

Fire Chief
Date: ________________________

TWAIN HARTE COMMUNITY SERVICES DISTRICT
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Date: ________________________

MI-WUK SUGAR PINE FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT
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TUOLUMNE COUNTY FIRE DEPARTMENT
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TUOLUMNE BAND OF ME-WUK INDIANS
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Chris Gorsky, City Administrator
SUBJECT: Consider Authorization for the Mayor to Sign a Letter in Support of the Tuolumne County Veteran’s Service Office Glory Garden project.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Authorization for the Mayor to Sign a Letter in Support of the Tuolumne County Veteran’s Service Office Glory Garden project.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Sonora has expressed its support for the proposed Glory Garden, a project intended to provide a place of respite, healing, and serenity for Veterans and the broader community. In correspondence from Mayor Ann Segerstrom on behalf of the Sonora City Council, the Council unanimously endorsed the project and recognized the importance of honoring Veterans and their contributions to the nation’s well-being and safety.

The City of Sonora has identified the value of green spaces and plantings in enhancing the community’s appearance and quality of life. The Glory Garden is viewed as an opportunity to create an attractive and welcoming space that promotes healing and serenity for residents while providing opportunities for community involvement at various levels.

The proposed garden is also anticipated to serve as a notable enhancement to the South Washington corridor, which functions as a major gateway into the City of Sonora. The City has indicated its willingness to remain informed regarding the project’s progress and to assist in supporting its successful completion.

The proposed Glory Garden therefore represents an opportunity to recognize and honor local Veterans while creating a meaningful community gathering space and enhancing the appearance and character of an important corridor within the City.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No Fiscal Impact to the General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Letter to the Tuolumne County Veteran’s Service Office in Support of the Glory Garden. 22 Item D.

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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Infrastructure and Engineering
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Review Appeal Submitted by Use Permit Applicant Fred and Rhonda Buess for Additional Activities Including Lunch/Brunch and Special Events at 253 Knowles Hill Drive (Bed and Breakfast) and Schedule a Date for the Public Hearing.

RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Acceptance of the Appeal Filed for the Planning Commission Decision on August 20, 2026, and Schedule the Appeal Hearing for October 19, 2026. Giving Staff Sufficient Time to Publish the Public Notice and Prepare the Appeal Hearing Documents.

BACKGROUND:

The Inn at Knowles Hill Property was rezoned from Residential, Single-Family (R-1) to Planned Development (PD) in 1983 to allow for use as a bed and breakfast. Although approvals for operation were in place, the bed and breakfast did not open at this time. The estate was purchased by the Herriage’s circa 1998 and the required guardrail and reflectors originally conditioned with the Bed and Breakfast were installed in 1999. The Herriage’s opened the Bed and Breakfast later this same year. The property was purchased by the Applicants around 2005.

According to City records it appears the Bed and Breakfast re-opened under its current name of the Inn at Knowles Hill in 2012. The property has been used in this manner without interruption since this time. In addition to the Bed and Breakfast use, the applicant has held periodic private Special Events and Brunch/Lunch by reservation only since 2012. The Inn on Knowles Hill is a boutique hotel set on a little over two (2) acres, featuring gardens and sweeping views of downtown Sonora looking to the East. Locally, the mansion is referred to as the “Big House” encompassing approximately 12,500 square feet. The property consists of eight unique suites within the mansion.

Rooms range from ±210 square feet to ±425 square feet. The legal occupancy of the property based on the size of the home is 62 people (per table 1004.5 of the California Building Code).

The Use permit was first scheduled for a Planning Commission hearing on June 22, 2026. Due to the number of comment letters received from the neighborhood, the meeting was continued to July 27. The July meeting was continued due to evacuation warnings in place for the Dove Fire. The item was finally heard by the Planning Commission on August 20, 2026. The Use Permit was denied on 4-1 vote by the Commission. 25 Item A.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

An appeal of the Planning Commission’s decision was received and paid for on August 24, 2026, meeting the 10- day window outlined in the Sonora Municipal Code.

The Sonora Municipal Code, Section 17.62.100 (Appeal to Council) provides as follows:

The decision of the (Planning) commission on a permit may be appealed to the council by the applicant or by any person directly and adversely affected by the decision, in accordance with the following procedure:

A. The appeal shall be filed with the community development department, on a form furnished by said department, accompanied by a fee as adopted by resolution of the city council, no part of which may be refunded within ten days after the date of decision of the commission. Such decision becomes final if an appeal is not filed within the time herein specified.

B. The city council shall consider the appeal at its next regular meeting, and if such appeal is validly made, shall set a time and place for a public hearing thereon.

Staff received one appeal for the project consistent with the outlined procedure.

1. Fred and Rhonda Buess
It is important to note, this item is not the public hearing for the appeals. This item is to inform the Council of the filed appeals and to schedule the public hearing. The appellants paid the appeal fees and filed the appeal forms prior to expiration of the 10-day appeal period. Upon the scheduling of the appeal hearing, staff will create a report and present the project to Council. The Council will have the option to uphold or overturn the approvals by the Planning Commission. The appellants along with the public will have the opportunity to submit written comments and voice their opinions on the project.

FISCAL IMPACT:

No fiscal impact to the General Fund.

ATTACHMENTS:

Request for Planning Commission Decision Appeal to the City Council- Fred and Rhonda Buess CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Fiscal Responsibility and Stability, Public Safety and Disaster Preparedness, Economic Development/Growth and General Plan
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Carlye Buchholz, City Engineer
SUBJECT: Consider Approval and Award the Parking Lots Improvement Project Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. (TBS) Based on their Submittal of the Lowest Responsive Base Bid for Construction. Additional elements Include Approval of the Bid Alternative to Include Solar Street Lighting in the Project.

Consider Approval of Task Order 26-08 Contract Amendment #2 to Dewberry Engineers Inc. (Dewberry) for Associated Construction Management, Engineering Support, and Inspection Costs Associated with the Parking Lots Improvement Project.

Grant City Administrator Authority to Approve Construction Change Orders up to a Combined Total of 15% of the Construction Contract.

RECOMMENDATION:

1. Consider Approval and Award the FY 25/26 Parking Lots Improvement Project Construction Contract to Taylor Backhoe Service, Inc. (TBS) Based on the Lowest Responsive Base Bid for Construction in the Amount of $703,221.71; and

2. Consider Approval of Task Order 26-08 Contract Amendment #2 to Dewberry Engineers Inc. for Associated Construction Management, Engineering Support, and Inspection Costs in the Amount of $149,344.76; and

3. Consider Approval of the Bid Alternative to Include Solar Street Lighting in the Project in the Amount of $105,000; and

4. Consider Authorization for City Administrator to Approve Construction Change Orders up to a Combined Total of 15% of the Construction Contract.

BACKGROUND:

The City of Sonora solicited bids for the construction of the FY 25/26 Parking Lots Improvement Project, including the reconstruction of two (2) parking lots, Lyons and Stewart Street, Church and Stewart Street and associated improvements. The bids were opened on Friday, August 28 at 11:00 AM. There was a total of six (6) bids submitted. 28 Item B.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP The City received the following bids:

1. KW Emerson $1,165,843

2. Dirt Dynasty $887,238

3. TBS $703,221.71

4. United Pavement Maintenance $978,879.11

5. BZ Construction $1,145,708

6. Mission Construction $ $898,000
The approved construction budget for the FY 25/26 Parking Lots Improvement Project is $1.14M.

The estimated construction duration is 40 working days (approx. 8 weeks).

The Dewberry team was previously tasked with partial Construction Management in the original 26-08 Task Order, but those services were removed from the scope of work at the August 3rd City Council meeting when budget was shifted to finalize the project documents and include improvements to Bradford Street. Now that bidding is complete, construction management, inspection, and construction engineering support services will need to be added back into the scope of Task Order 26-08 through a contract amendment.

During project design, Alley Tree and Landscape Inc. provided a certified arborist report to inform the construction documents and to make sure the existing trees are properly protected. The certified arborist report highly advises having an arborist on-site when construction begins to provide guidance and recommendations to save the existing trees.

DISCUSSION:

City staff recommend contract award to TBS since they are the lowest responsible bidder, measured by base bid, with a base bid of $703,221.71. City staff also recommend authorizing the bid alternative to add solar lighting improvements at TBS’s bid price of $105,000.00. The total construction contract amount awarded to TBS would be $808,221.71. City staff recommend granting City Administrator authority to approve change orders up to a combined total of 15% of the construction contract, up to $121,233.26.

TBS’s licenses are all current and have licenses for the work associated with this project. All their sub-contractors have current licenses as well. However, one of the subcontractor Equal Employment Opportunity forms was missing from the original bid submission. City staff has consulted the City’s legal team and considers this a minor bid irregularity that does not affect the underlying bid documentation and substantive bid terms. The missing form was provided by TBS after bid opening.

The Dewberry team will provide construction management, full-time inspection, and construction engineering support for the FY 25/26 Parking Lots Improvement Project. Dewberry will administer the contract and work closely with the contractor to construct the project on schedule, within budget, and to keep the public notified and safe during construction. Any deviations from the contract documents will be coordinated with engineering 29 Item B.

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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP and the City. Construction Engineering Support includes review of submittals, request for information, design changes, record drawings, and additional design support as needed to complete the project.

The draft construction contract is attached as part of the item. The document is currently being reviewed by the City’s legal team and the contractor for the project. Upon agreement by all parties the contract will be executed, and the work scheduled.

A certified arborist will be on-site during demolition and reconstruction activities to review compliance with work around existing trees. During construction activities they will provide recommendations if needed while working around the critical root zone.

The costs associated with approval for all four (4) agenda items are as follows:

1. Construction- Base Bid $703, 221.71

2. Construction- Addition, Solar Lighting $105,000

3. Construction Contingency, 15% $121, 233.26

4. Construction Management, Inspection and Engineering Support $149,344.76 Total Cost $1, 078,799.73
Measure Y:

This project is funded by Measure Y, the City’s voter-approved 1% sales tax measure. The City extends its appreciation to the residents of Sonora for their support of Measure Y, which has provided the funding necessary to complete important local infrastructure improvements such as this project. Without Measure Y funding, the City would not have had the financial resources available to undertake these parking lot improvements. As part of the project, signage will be installed recognizing that the improvements to the LyonsStewart and Church-Stewart parking lots were funded by Measure Y.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The FY 2025/26 Parking Lot Project, which includes improvements to the Lyons-Stewart Parking Lot and ChurchStewart Parking Lot, was originally budgeted at $1,311,400, inclusive of Plans, Specifications, and Estimates (PS&E) and construction costs. After expenditures associated with project development and PS&E, $1,248,540 remained available and was encumbered in FY 2026/27 for completion of the project.

The current total project cost is $1,078,799.73, including a recommended 15% project contingency to address unforeseen conditions, quantity adjustments, or other necessary changes that may arise during construction.

Including the contingency, the maximum authorized project amount would be $1,078,800. 30 Item B.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP The total authorized amount, including contingency, remains $169,740 below the $1,248,540 encumbered for the project. Sufficient funds are therefore available within the previously approved project budget, and no additional appropriation is required.

Any remaining project funds and associated budget authority following completion of the project will be reprogrammed as part of the FY 2026/27 Mid-Year Budget Update.

ATTACHMENTS:
 TBS Bid Submittal
 Task Order 26-08 Contract Amendment
 Parking Lot Improvement Project Construction Contract CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

Infrastructure and Engineering
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA REPORT

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CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP DATE: September 8, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and Members of the City Council
FROM: Tyler Summersett, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Consideration of a contract with Bear Electric for Traffic Signal Maintenance within the City of Sonora
RECOMMENDATION:

Consider Approval of a Contract with Bear Electric for Traffic Signal Maintenance within the City of Sonora BACKGROUND:

The City of Sonora is responsible for maintaining five (5) signalized intersections. The County and the City share maintenance responsibilities for three (3) additional signalized intersections. All of these intersections (“traffic signals”) require quarterly, semi-annual, and annual routine maintenance, as well as non-routine extra work and emergency maintenance extra work. Non-routine extra work may include modification and/or standardization of signal equipment, as funding becomes available.

DISCUSSION / ANALYSIS:

The City of Sonora partnered with Tuolumne County staff through its Public Works Roads Division (“County”) to seek bids from qualified firms to provide professional traffic signal maintenance services for various signalized intersections within Tuolumne County and the City of Sonora. The selected Contractor was tasked with providing all labor, vehicles, tools, equipment, apparatus, facilities, and materials necessary to perform routine and nonroutine traffic signal maintenance services in accordance with applicable Federal, State, and local regulations, Caltrans Standard Specifications and Standard Plans.

The service term is for one (1) year, with the option of two, two (2) year extensions. The maximum term of this contract is five (5) years. The City and County previously engaged in a similar contract beginning in August of 2021, which recently termed out, requiring a new Invitation for Bid (IFB) traffic signal maintenance services .

This IFB was let June 29, 2026, with the submittal period ending on July 24, 2026. Only one bid was received. The bidder was Bear Electric out of Modesto, Ca. Bear was the previous contractor for the City and County and the services they provided are well regarded.

Scope of Work for the project includes (not exhaustive):
 Routine (Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual) maintenance services on an ongoing basis 102
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C I T Y H A L L
CITY OF SONORA 94 N. WASHINGTON STREET, SONORA, CA 95370 P: (209) 532-4541

SERVICE, INNOVATION, INTEGRITY, COLLABORATION, RESPECT, LEADERSHIP  Non-routine extra work and emergency maintenance extra work, on an as-needed basis  Response to and make corrective action on all daytime service requests within two (2) hours weekdays (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) and three (3) hours on weekday evenings (5:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.), weekends, and holidays
 Quarterly daylight (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) inspection of all traffic signals and related equipment  Quarterly nighttime (5:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.) inspection of all traffic signals and safety lighting  Repair or replacement of traffic signal control devices FISCAL IMPACT:

The City paid out roughly $14,000 annually in previous years of this contract and a similar amount is budgeted moving forward. This includes annual maintenance costs in addition to on-call services requested by the City.

ATTACHMENTS:

Traffic Signal Maintenance Agreement
CORE COUNCIL PRIORITIES:

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CONSTRUCTION SERVICES AGREEMENT FOR
TRAFFIC SIGNAL MAINTE4NANCE SERVICES
City Project - Traffic Signal Maintenance
THIS CONSTRUCTION SERVICES AGREEMENT ("Agreement") is made and entered into this 8th day of September 2026, by and between the CITY OF SONORA, a California municipal corporation ("City") and Bear Electrical Solutions, LLC, with Robert Asuncion, Vice President, as it’s authorized representative "Contractor"). The City and Contractor may each be referred to individually as a (“Party”) and collectively the ( "Parties"). There are no other parties to this Agreement.

RECITALS
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the promises and covenants set forth below, the Parties agree as follows: AGREEMENT
Section 1. Recitals. The recitals set forth above ("Recitals") are true and correct and are hereby incorporated into and made part of this Agreement by this reference. In the event of any inconsistency between the Recitals and Sections 1 through 18 of this Agreement, Sections 1 through 18 shall prevail.

Section 2. Effective Date. This Agreement shall only become effective once all the Parties have executed the Agreement (the "Effective Date"). Contractor, however, shall not commence the performance of the Services until it has been given notice by City ("Notice to Proceed").

Section 3. Term. This Agreement shall commence on the Effective Date and will continue for a one (1) year term, with the option of two (2) extensions of two (2) years each. The City will consider executing up to two extensions that will have a maximum term of two (2) years each. The maximum term of this Agreement is five (5) years. Any extension shall be by written amendment approved by the City Council or City Administrator if authorized by Council.

Section 4. Work.
(a) Services. Contractor shall perform all services described in Exhibit A, including all routine maintenance, preventive maintenance, inspections, testing, emergency resp9onse, non-routine extra work, reporting, inventory management, traffic control, accessibility improvements, and related services required by the Scope of Work
(b) Scope of Work Change - The City reserves the right to modify the scope of work, including the right to increase or decrease the quantity of any item or portion of the work, or to entirely delete any item or portion of any work, or to require extra work as deemed by the Engineer to be necessary or advisable. Any such changes will be set forth in a contract change order, which will not become effective until approved in writing by the City. 104
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2 (c) Modification of Services. Only the City Administrator may authorize extra or changed work. Failure of Contractor to secure such a written authorization for extra or changed work shall constitute a waiver of any and all right to adjustment in the Agreement price or Agreement time due to such unauthorized work and, thereafter, Contractor shall be entitled to no compensation whatsoever for the performance of such work. Contractor further waives all right or remedy by way of restitution or quantum meruit for all extra work performed without such express and prior written authorization of the City Administrator.
(d) Emergency Response – Contractor shall maintain twenty-four (24) hour emergency response capability throughout the term of this Agreement. Contractor shall maintain an attended emergency telephone number and shall respond to emergency service requests within the response times established in Exhibit A.
(e) Maintenance Reports - Contractor shall submit maintenance reports with each monthly invoice documenting routine maintenance performed, emergency repairs, pending repairs, inventory updates, response times, replacement equipment, and any additional information required by Exhibit A.

Failure to submit required reports may result in delayed payment until all required documentation has been received and approved by the City.
(f) Inventory Records – Contractor shall maintain complete inventory records for each signal installation and shall provide updated inventories to the City every six (6) months or upon request. (g) ADA Compliance – Contractor shall ensure that all replacement pedestrian equipment, push buttons, signal hardware, and related improvements comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title 24 of the California Code of Regulations, and all applicable federal and state accessibility requirements.
(h) New Traffic Signals – Contractor shall coordinate with the City regarding newly constructed traffic signal installations, activation of new traffic signals, inspections, testing, and acceptance of new facilities as requested by the City. Such services shall be compensated for as Non-Routine Extra Work unless otherwise agreed.

Section 5. Disputes Pertaining to Payment for Work. Should any dispute arise respecting the true value of any work performed, of any work omitted, or of any extra work which Contractor may be required to do or respecting the size of any payment to Contractor during the performance of the Agreement, such dispute shall be decided by the City Administrator, and the decision of the latter shall be final and conclusive. The Parties agree to comply with the claims resolution procedures set forth in Public Contract Code section 9204 when applicable.

Section 6. Representations of Contractor. City relies upon the following representations by Contractor in entering into this Agreement:
(a) Standard of Care. City has relied upon the professional ability and training of Contractor as a material inducement to enter into this Agreement. Contractor hereby warrants that it is qualified to perform the Services provided in Exhibit A and that all its work will be performed in accordance with the generally accepted construction practices and standards, in compliance with all applicable federal, state and local laws.
(b) Independent Contractor. In performing the Services hereinafter specified, Contractor shall act as an independent contractor and shall have control of the work and the manner in which it is performed. Contractor is not to be considered an agent or employee of City and is not entitled to participate in any pension plan, insurance, bonus, or similar benefits City provides its employees. In the event City exercises its right to terminate this Agreement, Contractor expressly agrees that it shall have no recourse or right of appeal under rules, regulations, ordinances, or laws applicable to employees. Nothing contained herein shall be construed as creating an employment, agency, or partnership relationship between City and Contractor.
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3 (c) Authority. Contractor represents that it possesses the necessary licenses, permits, and approvals required to perform the Services or will obtain such licenses, permits, or approvals prior to the time such licenses, permits, or approvals are required. Contractors should also ensure that all subcontractors are similarly licensed and qualified. Contractor shall maintain all licenses, registrations, certifications, and approval required by federal, state, and local law throughout the term of this Agreement, including but not limited to registration with the California Department of Industrial Relations (DIR), maintenance of all required contractor licensing classifications and compliance with all applicable Public Contract Code and Labor Code requirements.
(i) Warranty. City hasrelied upon the professional ability and training of Contractor as a material inducement to enter into this Agreement. Contractor hereby warrants that all work shall be performed in accordance with generally accepted professional practices and standards as well as the requirements of applicable federal, state and local laws, it being understood that acceptance of Contractor's work by County shall not operate as a waiver or release. (j) No Conflict of Interest. Contractor represents that no conflict of interest will be created under state or federal law by entering or in carrying out this Agreement. Contractor further promises that in the performance of this Agreement, no person having such interest will be knowingly employed.

If requested to do so by City, Contractor shall complete and file and shall cause any person doing work under this Agreement to complete and file, a "Statement of Economic Interest" with the City Clerk disclosing their financial interests.
(k) Prevailing Wage. Contractor agrees to pay all craftsmen and laborers working on this Project at least the minimum prevailing wage required by the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Contractor understands and agrees that it is Contractor's responsibility to determine the minimum prevailing wage and to report compliance as required under California law. (l) Non-Discrimination. The Contractor, and its subcontractors, will not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, religion, creed, medical conditions, color, marital status, ancestry, sex, age, national origin or disability. (m)
(h) Qualified Personnel -Contractor shall assign only competent, properly trained, and qualified personnel to perform services under this Agreement. Upon written request of the City, Contractor shall promptly remove and replace any employee or subcontractor whose performance the City reasonably determines is unsatisfactory or presents a safety concern. (i) Contractor Representative – Contractor shall designate a project manager authorized to act on Contractor’s behalf regarding scheduling, emergency response change orders, invoices, and all communications with the City. Contractor shall notify the City in writing within five (5) business days of any change in the designated representative.

Section 7. Conformity with Law and Safety. Contractor shall observe and comply with all applicable laws, ordinances, codes and regulations of governmental agencies, including federal, state, municipal and local governing bodies having jurisdiction over any or all of the scope of Services, including all provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act of 1979 as amended, all California Occupational Safety and Health Regulations, the California Building Code, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and all other applicable federal, state, municipal, and local safety regulations, appropriate trade association safety standards, and appropriate equipment manufacturer instructions. Contractor's failure to comply with any laws, ordinances, codes, or regulations applicable to the performance of the Services hereunder shall constitute a breach of contract. In cases where standards conflict, the standard providing the highest degree of protection shall prevail.

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4 property damage occurs in connection with the performance of this Agreement, Contractor shall immediately notify the City's risk manager by telephone. If any accident occurs in connection with this Agreement, Contractor shall promptly submit a written report to City, in such form as the City may require. This report shall include the following information: (a) name and address of the injured or deceased persons; (b) name and address of Contractor's subcontractor, if any; (c) name and address of Contractor's liability insurance ca1Tier; and (d) a detailed description of the accident, including whether any of City's equipment, tools or materials were involved. (b) Hazardous Material - If a release of a hazardous material, substance, or waste occurs in connection with the performance of this Agreement, Contractor shall immediately notify City. Contractors shall not store hazardous materials or hazardous waste within the City limits without a proper pe1mit from City
(c) Traffic Contril – Wheneve4r work affects vehicular or pedestrian traffic, Contractor shall provide all traffic control necessary to protect the public in accordance with the California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CAMUTCD), applicable Caltrans Standards, and all federal, state, and local requirements. Compensation for traffic control shall be included in the applicable contract pricing unless otherwise approved in writing. .

Section 8. Liquidated Damages. Contractor and City agree that the City's actual damages, in the event Contractor does not accomplish Emergency Maintenance Extra Work, would be extremely difficult or impracticable to determine. Therefore, the parties agree that the sum of $500.00 per hour shall be deducted from the Contractor's compensation as liquidated damages for each hour work is delayed beyond the time of delivery specified in this Agreement, unless waived by City after having reviewed the basis of the delay. Contractor and City acknowledge and agree that the sum per hour specified above is a reasonable estimate of the damage that the City will suffer in the event of such a delay. The time for such liquidated damage shall commence from the first minute of the first hour after the required maximum response time has passed. Contractor and City agree that the city may deduct any liquidated damages due to the amounts otherwise due Contractor. The number of liquidated damages is not intended to, nor does the amount include, any damages incurred by City for reasons other than Contractor's delay in accomplishing Emergency Maintenance Extra Work.

City shall be entitled to claim against and recover or deduct from sums otherwise due Contractor its actual damages arising out of such other reasons. Assessment of liquidated damages shall not preclude the City from pursuing recovery of any additional actual damages arising from Contractor’s failure to perform obligations unrelated to emergency response times. (a) Chronic Performance Issues – Repeated failure to meet required response times or performance standards may constitute a materials breach of this Agreement and may result in termination for default.

Section 9. Inspection and Testing by City. Contractor shall always maintain proper facilities and provide safe access for inspection by City to all parts of the work performed on the Project and to the shops wherein the work is in preparation. Where work is required to be specially tested or approved, it shall not be tested or covered up without timely written notice to City of its readiness for inspection and without the approval thereof or consent thereto by the latter. Should any such work be covered up without such notice, approval, or consent, it must, if required by City, be uncovered for examination at Contractor's expense. City reserves the right to inspect all maintenance records, inventory records, controller cabinet logs, testing documentation, and maintenance reports maintained by Contractor during normal business hours.

Section 10. Assignment Prohibited. No Party to this Agreement may assign any right or obligation pursuant to this Agreement. Any attempt or purported assignment of any right or obligation pursuant to this Agreement shall be void and of no effect. 107
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5 Section 11. Ownership and Disclosure of Work Product. City shall be the owner of and shall be entitled to immediate possession of accurate reproducible copies of any design computations, plans, specifications, copies of correspondence, maps, maintenance reports, inventory databases, electronic files, controller timing files, GIS information, inspection reports, photographs, electronic records or other pertinent data and information gathered or computed by Contractor ("Work Product") in the performance of and prior to termination of this Agreement by City or upon completion of the work pursuant to this Agreement. Contractor may retain copies of the above-described documents but agrees not to disclose or discuss any information gathered, discovered, or generated in any way through this Agreement without the express written permission of City, during the Term of this Agreement and for a period of one hundred eighty (180) days following expiration of the Term of the Agreement.

When this Agreement is terminated, Contractor agrees to return to City all documents, drawings, photographs, and other written or graphic material, however produced, that it received from City, its contractors or agents, in connection with the performance of its Services under this Agreement. All materials shall be returned in the same condition as received.

Section 12. Termination and Termination by Default.

Either party may terminate this Agreement for convenience upon thirty (30) calendar days' written notice to the other party. Upon termination for convenience, Contractor shall be entitled to compensation for services performed acceptably by the City up to the effective date of termination If a Party should fail to perform any of its obligations hereunder, within the time and in the manner herein provided, or otherwise violates any of the terms of this Agreement (the "Defaulting Party"), the other Party shall give notice to the Defaulting Party and allow such Party ten (10) days to correct such deficiency. If the Defaulting Party does not correct such deficiency, the other Party may immediately terminate this Agreement by giving written notice of such termination, stating the reason for such termination. In such event, Contractor shall be entitled to receive payment for all Services satisfactorily rendered, provided, however, there shall be deducted from such amount the amount of damage, if any, sustained by virtue of any breach of this Agreement by Contractor. If payment under this Agreement is based upon a lump sum in total or by individual task, payment for Services satisfactorily rendered shall be an amount which bears the same ratio to the total fees, specified in the Agreement asthe Services satisfactorily rendered hereunder by Contractor, and bears to the total Services otherwise required to be performed for such total fee, provided, however, that there shall be deducted from such amount the amount of damage, if any, sustained by City by virtue of any breach of this Agreement by Contractor.

Contractor shall deliver copies of all Work Products prepared by it pursuant to this Agreement.

If City terminates this Agreement before City issues the Notice to Proceed to Contractor or before Contractor commences any Services hereunder, whichever last occurs, City shall not be obligated to make any payment to Contractor. If City terminates this Agreement after City has issued the Notice to Proceed to Contractor and after Contractor has commenced performance under this Agreement, City shall pay Contractor the reasonable value of the Services rendered by Contractor pursuant to this Agreement prior to termination of this Agreement. City shall not in any manner be liable for Contractor's actual or projected lost profits had Contractor completed the Services.

Contractor shall furnish to City such financial information, as in the judgment of the City Administrator, is necessary to determine the reasonable value of the Services rendered by Contractor prior to termination.

Except as provided in this Agreement, in no event shall City be liable for costs incurred by or on behalf of Contractor after the date of the notice of termination. Upon termination, Contractor shall cooperate with the /city and any successor contractor to ensure an orderly transition of services, including delivery of records, inventories, passwords, software files, controller timing information and maintenance histories
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6 other for breach of this Agreement including any amount necessary to compensate City for all detriment proximately caused by Contractor's failure to perform its obligations hereunder or which in the ordinary course of things would be likely to result therefrom. City reserves the right to offset such damages against any payments owed to Contractor. City shall not in any manner be liable for Contractor's actual or projected lost profits had Contractor completed the Services required by this Agreement. In the event of Termination by either Party, copies of all finished or unfinished Work Product shall become the property of City. Notwithstanding the above, in no event shall City be liable, regardless of whether any claim is based on contract or tort, for any special, consequential, indirect or incidental damages, including, but not limited to, lost profits or revenue, arising out of or in connection with this Agreement or the Services performed in connection with this Agreement.

The remedies provided herein are cumulative and shall not limit any remedy otherwise available under California law.

Section 14. Insurance Coverage. During the Te1m, the Contractor shall maintain in full force and effect policies of insurance set forth herein, which shall be placed with insurers with a current A M Best's rating of no less than A VII and Contractor will provide the City with written proof of said insurance. Contractor shall maintain coverage as follows:
(a) General Liability. Contractors shall carry commercial general liability insurance in an amount of no less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00) combined single limit for each occurrence, covering bodily injury and property damage. If commercial general liability insurance or another form with a general aggregate limit is used, either the general aggregate limit shall apply separately to this Project, or the general aggregate shall be no less than Two Million Dollars ($2,000,000.00).
(b) Workers' Compensation Insurance and Employer's Liability. Contractor shall cany workers' compensation insurance as required by the California Labor Code. (c) Automobile Liability Insurance. Contractor shall carry Automobile Liability Insurance covering bodily injury and property damage in an amount of no less than One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) combined single limit for each occurrence. Said insurance shall include coverage for owned, hired, and non-owned vehicles.
(d) Policy Obligations. Contractor's indemnity and other obligations shall not be limited by the foregoing insurance requirements.
(e) Endorsements Required - Additional Insured (CG 20 10 & GC 20 37 or equivalent), Primary and Non-Contributory Coverage, Waiver of Subrogation, Thirty (30) days’ notice of cancellation (10 days for non-payment, if available from the insurer)
(f) Cyber Liability – Contractor shall maintain Cyber Liability Insurance with limits of not less than $1,000,000 if Contractor remotely accesses or manages computerized traffic signal systems. (g) Material Breach. If Contractor, for any reason, fails to maintain insurance coverage that is required pursuant to this Agreement, such failure shall be deemed a material breach of this Agreement. City, at its sole option, may terminate this Agreement and obtain damages from Contractor resulting from said breach. Alternatively, City may purchase such required insurance coverage and, without further notice to Contractor, City may deduct from sums due to Contractor any premium costs advanced by City for such insurance. These remedies shall be in addition to any other remedies available to City.

Section 15. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law (including, without limitation, California Civil Code sections 2782 and 2782.8), Contractor shall defend, indemnify hold harmless and release City, and City's elected and appointed councils, commissions, directors, officers, employees, agents, and representatives ("City's Agents") from and against any and all actions, claims, loss, cost, damage, injury (including, without limitation, disability, injury or death of an 109 Item C.

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7 employee of Contractor or its subcontractors), expense and liability of every kind, nature and description that arise out of, pertain to or relate to acts or omissions of Contractor, or any direct or indirect subcontractor, employee, contractor, representative or agent of Contractor, or anyone that Contractor controls (collectively "Liabilities"). Such obligations to defend, hold harmless, and indemnify City and City's Agents shall not apply to the extent that such Liabilities are caused in whole by the sole negligence, active negligence, or willful misconduct of City or City's Agents but shall apply to all other Liabilities. With respect to third party claims against the Contractor, the Contractor waives any and all rights of any type of express or implied indemnity against City and City's Agents. This indemnification obligation is not limited in any way by any limitation on the amount or type of damages or compensation payable to or for Contractor or its agents under Workers' Compensation acts, disability benefits acts or other employee benefit acts.

Section 16. Notices. Any notice or communication required hereunder between City and Contractor must be in writing, and may be given either personally, by registered or certified mail (return receipt requested), or by Federal Express, UPS, or other similar couriers providing overnight delive1y. If personally delivered, a notice or communication 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 given and received on the first to occur of (a) actual receipt by any of the addressees designated below asthe party to whom notices are to be sent, or (b) five (5) days after a registered or certified letter containing such notice, properly addressed, with postage prepaid, is deposited in the United States mail. If given by Federal Express, or similar courier, a notice or communication shall be deemed to have been given and received on the date delivered as shown on a receipt issued by the courier. Any Party hereto may at any time, by giving ten (10) days written notice to the other Party hereto, designate any other address in substitution of the address to which such notice or communication shall be given. Such notices or communications shall be given to the Parties at their addresses set forth below:

Section 17. Records Retention. Contractor shall retain all records relating to services performed under this Agreement for not less than five (5) years following final payment and shall make such records available to the City, State of California, or other authorized governmental agencies upon request.

Section 18. Compliance with Public Works Laws. Contractor shall comply with all applicable California Labor Code provisions governing public works, including prevailing wages, certified payroll reporting, apprenticeship requirements, and Department of Industrial Relations compliance.

Section 19. Electronic Records. Contractor should maintain all electronic records in a format reasonably acceptable to the City and shall provide electronic copies upon request without an additional charge.

Section 20. Force Majeure. A narrowly drafted force majeure clause can excuse delays caused by events beyond the contractor’s control while requiring prompt notice and mitigation. This protects both parties without excusing ordinary performance issues. lfto City:

With courtesy copiesto:

City of Sonora
Attn: Community Development Director
94 North Washington Street
Sonora, CA 95370
Churchwell White LLP
Attn: Douglas L. White, City Attorney
1414 K Street, 3rd Floor
Sacramento, CA 95814
If to Contractor: Bear Electric, LLC
Attn: Robert Asuncion, Vice President
1252 State Street, PO Box 924 110
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Section 17. General Provisions.
(a) Modification. No alteration, amendment, modification, or termination of this Agreement shall be valid unless made in writing and executed by all of the Parties to this Agreement. (b) Waiver. No covenant, term, or condition or the breach thereof shall be deemed waived, except by written consent of the Party against whom the waiver is claimed, and any waiver of the breach of any covenant, term, or condition shall not be deemed to be a waiver of any preceding or succeeding breach of the same or any other covenant, term, or condition. (c) Severability. If this Agreement in its entirety is determined by a court to be invalid or unenforceable, this Agreement shall automatically terminate as of the date of final entry of judgment.

If any provision of this Agreement shall be determined by a court to be invalid and unenforceable, or if any provision of this Agreement is rendered invalid or unenforceable according to the terms of any federal or state statute, which becomes effective after the Effective Date of this Agreement, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect and shall be construed to give effect to the intent of this Agreement.
(d) 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.
(e) Audit. City shall have access at all reasonable times to all reports, contract records, contract documents, contract files, and personnel necessary to audit and verify Contractor's charges to City under this Agreement.
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9 and supersedes all prior negotiations, understanding, and agreements with respect hereto, whether oral or written.
(g) Attorney's Fees and Costs. If any action at law or in equity, including action for declaratory relief, is brought to enforce or interpret provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing Party shall be entitled to reasonable attorney's 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.
(h) Time is of the Essence. Time is of the essence in this Agreement for each covenant and term of a condition herein.
(i) Authority. All Parties to this Agreement warrant and represent that they have the power and authority to enter into this Agreement and the names, titles, and capacities herein stated on behalf of any entities, persons, states, or firms represented or purported to be represented by such entities, person, states, or firms and that all former requirements necessary or required by state or federal law in order to enter into this Agreement have been fully complied with. Further, by entering into this Agreement, neither Party hereto shall have breached the terms or conditions of any other contract or agreement to which such Party is obligated, which such breach would have a material effect hereon.

G) Governing Law. This Agreement shall be governed and construed in accordance with the laws of the state of California.
(k) Venue. Venue for all legal proceedings shall be in the Superior Court of the State of California in and for the County of Tuolumne.
(1) Headings. Headings used in this Agreement are for reference purposes only and shall not be considered in construing this Agreement.
(m) Necessary Acts and Further Assurances. The Parties shall, at their own cost and expense, execute and deliver such further documents and instruments and shall take such other actions as may be reasonably required or appropriate to evidence or carry out the intent and purposes of this Agreement. In the event of any conflict between the Agreement and Exhibit A, the terms of the Agreement shall govern unless the agreement expressly provides otherwise. [SIGNATURE PAGE FOLLOWS]
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10 IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the Parties have caused this Agreement to be executed by and through their respective officers thereunto duly authorized.

Bear Electrical Solutions, a limited
liability company (LLC)
By: _
Robert Asuncion, Vice President
Date: _____________
DIR Registration Number:

CITY OF SONORA, a California municipal
corporation
By: _
Chris Gorsky, City Administrator
Date: _____________
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Douglas L. White, City Attorney
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2.1. Traffic Signal Maintenance
The County of Tuolumne Department of Public Works, Roads Division (“County”), and the City of Sonora (“City”) are seeking qualified contractors (“Contractor”) to provide ongoing traffic signal maintenance services for various signalized intersections within Tuolumne County and the City of Sonora. The Contractor shall execute separate agreements with the County and the City and shall provide all labor, materials, equipment, tools, transportation, supervision, and incidentals necessary to perform routine maintenance, emergency repairs, inspections, testing, and related traffic signal services. The term “Engineer” shall mean the Engineer representing either the County or the City, as applicable.

The services provided by Contractor shall include, but not be limited to, the following:
 Routine (Quarterly, Semi-Annual, and Annual) maintenance services on an ongoing basis  Non-routine extra work and emergency maintenance extra work, on an as-needed basis  Response to and make corrective action on all daytime service requests within two (2) hours weekdays (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) and three (3) hours on weekday evenings (5:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.), weekends, and holidays
 Verification that emergency maintenance extra work has been completed  Submission of accurate quarterly maintenance reports
 Submission of accurately maintained and detailed inventory records  Quarterly daylight (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.) inspection of all traffic signals and related equipment
 Quarterly nighttime (5:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.) inspection of all traffic signals and safety lighting
 Repair or replacement of traffic signal control devices  Warranty service for any and all equipment supplied by Contractor  Advance notification to Engineer of planned service which requires intersection shutdowns or impacts to traffic
 Professional and diligent performance of contract requirements The Contractor shall not represent the County or the City in matters of policy or procedures under this contract, shall not make any reference to County or City policy or procedures, and shall refer all questions or inquiries from the public regarding policy and procedures to the Engineer.

EXHIBIT A
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5 The County and City reserve the right to perform minor maintenance activities on its traffic signals without notifying the Contractor.

Non-Routine Extra Work
When requested by Engineer, Contractor shall provide all labor, equipment, materials, shop availability, and tools necessary to accomplish the hereinafter described work:
 Traffic Signal Installation Repair or Modification - This work consists of repairing or modifying any existing traffic signal installation's features or components.  Traffic Signal Under Construction Component Testing - This work includes testing detector loops and detector lead-in-cables for megohm reading, continuity, frequency and inductance, and testing and certifying controller cabinets and control equipment. Engineer shall determine the documentation and certifications Contractor must furnish as part of this work.
 Traffic Signal Timing Installation - This work consists of entering new timing sheets or altering existing timing sheets at the direction of the Engineer.  Traffic Signal Power Turn-On - This work consists of controller cabinet component operation, traffic signal installation feature testing, problem diagnosis, and other related tasks necessary to accomplish a successful turn-on.
 Equipment Testing and Inspection -This work consists of services to inspect and test traffic signal equipment and components as requested by Engineer.  Training - This work consists of the Contractor training County and/or City staff in the use and/or programming of traffic signal installation components.  Other Work - Any other non-routine extra work requested by the Engineer.

Emergency Maintenance Extra Work
When notified by Engineer to repair a malfunctioning or out-of-order traffic signal installation, Contractor shall respond to correct the malfunction or failure within the response time specified in this IFB.
 Emergency Maintenance Extra Work - This work consists of the Contractor dispatching qualified personnel and appropriate equipment, tools and materials to restore traffic signal operation.
 Contractor On-Call Emergency Contact - Contractor shall provide a 24-hour attended telephone number for the Engineer to call to request emergency response service.  Emergency Response Completion Period - This work consists of the Contractor restoring normal operation of any traffic signal installation covered by this IFB within 24 hours of being notified to do so.
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6  Temporary Controller and/or Cabinet - To restore normal operation, Contractor shall furnish and install a substitute controller unit and/or cabinet, if so directed by Engineer, which is capable of providing the same traffic signal operation, insofar as phasing and times, until the existing controller unit and/or cabinet can be returned to service or be replaced.
 Accessibility Improvements - All pedestrian pushbuttons, and associated hardware, shall be installed in compliance with the most stringent requirements of Title 24, California Code of Regulations, and the Americans with Disabilities Act. Contractor may schedule the accessibility modifications for a later date if the original equipment is still operational and reused in the emergency repair.
 Other Work - Any other emergency maintenance extra work requested by the Engineer.

Emergency Response
The Contractor shall provide and maintain emergency service response on a 24-hour, 365-day cycle, including all holidays. All personnel for Contractor shall be dispatched and have continuous communication access through two-way radio, pager, and/or cellular phone. The response time for initial evaluation, safety, and clean-up tasks is two (2) hours from notification on weekdays (7:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M.), and three (3) hours on weekday evenings (5:00 P.M. to 7:00 A.M.), weekends, and holidays. The outside time limit for follow-up action is four (4) hours from notification. In cases of major malfunction and/or damage, the Contractor shall contact the Engineer to receive further direction.

Upon completion of emergency maintenance extra work, Contractor shall contact and inform Engineer that the work has been completed. In addition, Contractor shall provide written notice to Engineer within three calendar days that such repairs have been completed.

Maintenance Report
Together with Contractor's monthly invoice to County and/or City, Contractor shall submit a Maintenance Report to County and City covering the billing period which is being invoiced. This report shall contain, as a minimum, the following information on every traffic signal in the system:
 Time and date routine maintenance work was performed
 All pending repair work needed at each intersection
 Time the service calls were received by Contractor, arrival time at the intersection, response time, number of hours spent for each repair
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7 replacement components or other equipment newly installed at each intersection, and the make, model and serial number of any replaced component  Detailed cost breakdown for all extra work
 Contractor's invoices will not be paid until the Maintenance Report submittal covering the billing period which is being invoiced, is received by County and City.

Records
Contractor shall maintain a legible record of all service calls and repairs and pertinent data pertaining to each individual intersection, which shall be kept in the controller cabinet at each location and properly annotated by Contractor at the time of the regular routine inspections and at the time of any repair work or modifications. A duplicate record will be kept on file in Contractor's office.

Contractor shall maintain an inventory list of the equipment in the controller cabinet at each location. The inventory list shall include the model, manufacture, serial number and quantity of each piece of equipment and installation date. The inventory list shall be continually updated and a copy shall be furnished to the Engineer every six months.

Contractor shall keep and maintain full and complete documentation and accounting records concerning all services performed that are compensable under this IFB and shall make such documents and records available to Engineer for inspection at any reasonable time. Contractor shall maintain such records for a period of not less than five (5) years following completion of said work.

Contractor shall keep County/City-provided signal timing charts and plans in the controller cabinets. Contractor shall record on these charts all signal timing changes, and identify the personnel implementing the change and dates of changes. Only the Engineer shall authorize timing changes. Contractor may make changes required on a temporary basis due to maintenance operations, such as detector failures, but must inform Engineer before making each change.

Consultations
Contractor shall designate a representative in Contractor's organization, who shall be available to Engineer for consultation. This consultation shall consist of cost estimates for traffic signal repairs, accident damage repairs, and replacement of obsolete or deteriorated traffic signal systems, and recommendations on anticipated changes in traffic signal installations. Contractor shall furnish the name, address and telephone number of Contractor's representative to Engineer.

Spare Materials and Equipment Availability
Contractor shall maintain adequate storage and shop repair facilities to perform all work, including a sufficient stock of spare parts, standby controllers, poles, and signal equipment to effect permanent repairs to the system within a thirty (30)- day period. Failure to effect permanent repairs within this time limit shall be sufficient cause for County or City to authorize repairs to be completed by others. Repetitive failure, as determined by County or City, shall be sufficient cause to cancel the Agreement. If requested by County or City, Contractor shall purchase materials, 117
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8 services, components, or articles for County or City for use at County or City traffic signal installations. Contractor shall be repaid for such purchased items as material purchases.

Contractor shall be responsible for furnishing all spare standby controllers necessary to maintain the continued safe, efficient operation of the traffic signals whenever the original unit is withdrawn for maintenance, repair, or modification. Standby controller shall be of the same state- designated type as that in operation at the intersection, unless specific authority is granted for variance by Engineer for each individual occurrence. All component parts of each system shall be maintained at all times to perform the functions for which they were designed, unless authorized to the contrary by Engineer.

Salvaged Signal Equipment
The Contractor shall deliver any salvaged equipment or materials to the location within the County or City jurisdiction designated by the Engineer.

Shipping-Related Costs
The cost of shipping or delivering controllers, controller cabinets, cabinet components, and other traffic signal- installation-related articles and components from the Contractor's shop or lab to County or City is included in the monthly routine maintenance fee County or City pays Contractor.

Accessibility Improvements at Existing Facilities
Contractor shall install all new equipment and hardware in accordance with the most stringent requirements of Title 24, California Code of Regulations, and the Americans with Disabilities Act.

This includes, but is not limited to, compliant push buttons, proper placement of push buttons on existing poles, proper positioning of signal heads and proper pedestrian signage. During major equipment/ renovation projects, Contractor shall include all accessibility upgrades at the specific location where renovation is proposed (i.e. relocate signal pole at NW corner of the intersection – include compliant curb ramps, pedestrian push buttons, push button location, reach ranges and clear spaces).

Performance Standard
Contractor shall perform all work hereunder in a manner consistent with the level of competency and standard of care normally observed by a person practicing in Contractor's profession. If either County or City, together or independently, determines that any of Contractor's work is not in accordance with such level of competency and standard of care, County or City, in its sole discretion and in addition to any other remedies provided herein or by law, shall have the right to do any or all of the following:
 Require Contractor to meet with County or City to review the quality of the work and resolve matters of concern;
 Require Contractor to repeat the work at no additional charge until it is satisfactory to the County or City; or
 Terminate the County Agreement in accordance with the provisions of Section 13, “Termination and Rights Upon Termination,” of the Agreement; or 118
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9  Terminate the Construction Services Agreement in accordance with Section 12, “Termination and Termination by Default,” of the Agreement.

Assigned Personnel
Contractor shall assign only competent personnel to perform the work hereunder. In the event that at any time Engineer, in his/her sole discretion, desires the removal of any person or persons assigned by Contractor to perform work hereunder, Contractor shall remove such person or persons immediately upon receiving notice from Engineer.

Representation and Communication
Attention is directed to the provisions of Section 5-1.16, “Representative,” of the Standard Specifications.
 The Contractor shall personally supervise the work under the contract or shall designate in writing to the Engineer the name of its representative who shall at all times be present at the site of the work. The authorized representative shall have full authority to direct the work. The Contractor shall provide the Engineer one (1) week’s written notice of any change to its authorized representative.
 Engineer for the County shall mean the County of Tuolumne Department of Public Works Director of Public Works, or her authorized representative. The Roads Supervisor shall act as the Engineer’s authorized representative unless otherwise specified.  Engineer for the City shall mean the City of Sonora Community Development Director or his/her authorized representative.

Traffic Control
Maintaining traffic shall conform to the provisions in Section 7-1.03, “Public Convenience,” Section 7-1.04, “Public Safety,” and Section 12-4, “Maintaining Traffic,” of the Standard Specifications.
 A closure is defined as the closure of a traffic lane or lanes, including shoulder, ramp, or connector lanes, within a single traffic control system. Closures shall conform to the provisions in Section 12-4, “Maintaining Traffic,” of the Standard Specifications.  Personal vehicles of the Contractor’s employees shall not be parked on the traveled way or shoulders, including any section closed to public traffic.  Vehicular access to individual properties within the construction area shall not be restricted during evening hours nor for more than two hours during operations.  Full compensation for providing Traffic Control shall be included in the payment for the various bid items and no additional compensation will be allowed.

New Traffic Signals
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10 installed by another contractor under contract with the County or City ("Agency Installed Traffic Signal"), or by another contractor under contract with a private party ("Developer Installed Traffic Signal") during the term of the Agreement. The County or City shall assume all responsibility for coordinating construction inspection of new traffic signals, whether an Agency Installed Traffic Signal or a Developer Installed Traffic Signal, up to, but prior to, final acceptance of work and traffic signal activation. When requested, the Contractor shall coordinate with the Engineer when notified that a new traffic signal is to be activated.

The Contractor shall participate in a walk-through of the new traffic signal improvements with the Engineer to determine that the new traffic signal improvements will function as designed. When scheduled, the Contractor shall attend the traffic signal activation with the Engineer, and shall participate in confirming that all components of the new traffic signal improvements are operational. Reviewing new traffic signals as identified above shall be considered non-routine extra work.
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Sonora City Council
September 8, 2026