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MINUTES
REGULAR JOINT CITY COUNCIL, SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY, &
SUCCESSOR AGENCY MEETING
July 7, 2026 Hybrid Meeting
City of Watsonville
Council Chambers
275 Main Street, Top Floor
& Remote/Teleconference
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54953(b), Mayor Pro Tempore Clark was scheduled to participate in the meeting via teleconference from 751 Larkin Valley Road, Watsonville, CA, 95076.
The Summer in the City Graduation took place prior to the start of the meeting. 4:54 p.m.
1. ROLL CALL
Mayor Pro Tempore Clark and Council Members Dutra, Montesino and Parker were present. Mayor Salcido and Council Members Orozco and Quiroz-Carter were absent.
2. PRESENTATIONS
2.a. SUMMER IN THE CITY GRADUATION 2026
3. CLOSED SESSION
The City Council recessed the meeting to discuss the items that follow at 4:55 p.m.
3.a. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(b)) (See Attachment)
Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to subdivision (b)(1) of Section 54956.9: [1 case]
3.b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATOR
(Government Code Section 54956.8)
Property: 3 Second Street, Watsonville (APN:017-781-02) Agency Negotiators: Tamara Vides
Negotiating parties: Travis Nelson & Jerry Saldana
Under negotiation: Price & Terms of Payment
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City Council Resumed at 6:03 p.m.
4. ROLL CALL
Mayor Pro Tempore Clark and Council Members Dutra, Montesino and Parker were present. Mayor Salcido and Council Members Orozco and Quiroz-Carter were absent.
Staff members present were City Manager Vides, City Attorney Zutler, City Clerk Ortiz, Public Works & Utilities Director Green, Police Chief Shab, Fire Chief Schaefer, Administrative Services Director Duran, I.T. Director Gill, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib, Library Director Martinez, Airport Director Williams, Deputy City Manager Manning, Community Development Director Orbach, Assistant Public Works & Utilities Director Fontes, Assistant Police Chief Rodriguez, Police Captain Radich, Police Officer Gonzalez, Administrative Analyst Krishna, Parks Superintendent Medina, Deputy City Clerk Pacheco, and Interpreter Landaverry.
4.a. MOTION TO EXCUSE ABSENT COUNCIL MEMBER(S) (If Any) MOTION: It was moved by Member Dutra, seconded by Member Parker and carried by the following vote to excuse Mayor Salcido, Member Orozco, and Member Quiroz-Carter’s absences.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker
NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Orozco, Quiroz-Carter, Salcido
5. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
6. INFORMATION ITEMS
6.a. REPORT OF DISBURSEMENTS
6.b. MISCELLANEOUS DOCUMENTS REPORT
6.c. 2026 2nd QUARTER COMMISSIONER ATTENDANCE REPORT
7. REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
City Attorney Zutler stated no reportable action was taken.
8. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
8.a. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE PUBLIC
Becky Steinbruner requested that Council adopt a battery energy system storage ordinance. She spoke about the potential impacts of New Leaf Energy’s proposed project at 90 Minto Road and provided a copy of Vacaville’s battery storage ordinance.
Carmen Herrera Mansir, District 4 resident and El Pajaro Community Development Corporation Executive Director, invited Council and the public to their Tacos and Tapas event. She provided flyers with additional information.
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John Urgo, Friends of Santa Cruz Metropolitan Transit District (METRO) volunteer, spoke about the increase of services throughout the County and about increased bus ridership.
He stated they were working on a ballot measure that would fund services previously covered with one-time funding.
8.b. ORAL COMMUNICATIONS FROM THE COUNCIL
Member Parker thanked staff for their efforts with the Fourth of July parade and the Fire in the Sky event at the Airport.
Member Montesino recognized staff for organizing the Fourth of July parade. He expressed concerns with traffic issues creating challenges to access the Airport for Fire in the Sky.
Member Dutra spoke about the success of Fire in the Sky. He expressed concerns over use of illegal fireworks and spoke about a potential ordinance to address the issue. He spoke about various events he participated in recently.
Mayor Pro Tempore Clark thanked staff and community members who participated in the Fourth of July parade and Fire in the Sky.
9. PRESENTATIONS
9.a. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING CHAZ TOWING
9.b. MAYOR’S PROCLAMATION RECOGNIZING JULY AS PARKS MAKE LIFE BETTER MONTH
9.c. SANTA CRUZ METRO RAPID CORRIDORS PROJECT PRESENTATION Presentation was given by Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer John Urgo.
In answering Member Dutra, Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo spoke about proposed improvements to bus stops.
Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo, in answering Member Montesino, spoke about improvements to a specific bus stop located near a clinic.
Member Dutra expressed concerns with buses stopping along Freedom Boulevard due to high traffic.
In answering Member Dutra, Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo spoke about the potential design of improved bus shelters. He stated the possibility of selling ad space on bus shelters could be discussed with the METRO Board of Directors.
Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo, in answering Member Montesino, stated they were working with Public Works & Utilities staff to coordinate project timelines in an effort to reduce impact to newly renovated roads.
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In answering Mayor Pro Tempore Clark, Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo spoke about plans to address necessary improvements to a bus stop near Main and Rodriguez Streets.
Santa Cruz METRO Chief Planning & Innovation Officer Urgo, in answering Member Montesino, stated 34 bus stops in the city would be improved.
9.d. UPDATE ON ENERGY INFRASTRUCTURE MODERNIZATION PROGRAM BY
CLIMATEC
Presentation was given by Climatec Senior Business Development Manager Bernadette Carter.
10. CONSENT AGENDA
City Attorney Zutler stated that Item 10.q. listed the incorrect amount on the grant received by the City. The correct amount was $144,800.
PUBLIC INPUT – None
Member Parker requested Item 10.z. be tabled for a future meeting.
MOTION: It was moved by Member Parker seconded by Member Montesino to approve the Consent Agenda including the change to Item 10.q. read by City Attorney Zutler and table Item 10.z. to a future meeting.
In answering Member Dutra, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib spoke about the amendment listed under Item 10.d. He stated the cost of amendments would be factored in when moving on to the next phase of the City Plaza Revitalization Project. He spoke about the project budget, pursuing other possible funding sources, and planning for Phase 2.
City Manager Vides stated staff was following Council’s direction regarding the City Plaza Revitalization Project.
In answering Member Parker, Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib stated the change order was for design and construction management support. He spoke about bidding for Phase 2 and awarding a contract with Council approval.
Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib, in answering Member Dutra, stated staff would take Phase 1 back for Council consideration should additional funds be required.
In answering Member Parker, Parks & Community Services Director spoke about items in the Plaza that are part of the historic register.
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MOTION: The above motion was carried by the following vote.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker
NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Orozco, Quiroz-Carter, Salcido
10.a. MOTION APPROVING MINUTES OF JUNE 23, 2026
10.b. RESOLUTION NO. 142-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND CALLING FOR BIDS FOR THE AIRPORT TANK REHABILITATION PROJECT, NO. WA-26-14826 (ESTIMATED BASE BID COST OF $2,000,000 WILL BE FUNDED FROM THE WATER ENTERPRISE FUND [0720])
10.c. RESOLUTION NO. 143-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING A FOURTH AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AND VERDE DESIGN, INC. FOR LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE RAMSAY PARK RENAISSANCE PROJECT, NO. PK-22- 01, INCREASING THE CONTRACT COMPENSATION AMOUNT BY $52,500 FOR A CONTRACT TOTAL, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $2,532,927.75; EXTENDING THE CONTRACT TERM FROM JUNE 30, 2026 TO MARCH 31, 2027,AND
AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
10.d. RESOLUTION NO. 144-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING THIRD AMENDMENT TO CONTRACT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AND SSA LANDSCAPE ARCHITECTS, INC., FOR LANDSCAPE
ARCHITECTURAL DESIGN SERVICES FOR THE REVITALIZATION OF THE
WATSONVILLE CITY PLAZA PROJECT, ADDING TO THE SCOPE OF WORK, INCREASING THE CONTRACT COMPENSATION AMOUNT BY $231,061 FOR A CONTRACT TOTAL, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $945,977; EXTENDING THE CONTRACT TERM FROM JUNE 30, 2027 TO JUNE 30, 2028, AND AUTHORIZING
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE SAME
10.e. RESOLUTION NO. 145-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 1 BETWEEN THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE AND WALLACE GROUP, INC., A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION,
FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE WATER WELL NO. 4 PUMP STATION, PROJECT NO. WA-22-14557; ADDING TO
THE SCOPE OF SERVICES, INCREASING COMPENSATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $101,933 FOR A REVISED TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $522,120; EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027; AND AUTHORIZING A BUDGET APPROPRIATION, IN THE AMOUNT OF $60,000 FROM THE WATER ENTERPRISE FUND BALANCE [0720] TO BUDGET ACCOUNT 0720-913-7831-14557; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE SAME
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10.f. RESOLUTION NO. 146-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING CONTRACT AMENDMENT NO. 1 BETWEEN THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE AND CANNON CORPORATION, A CALIFORNIA CORPORATION,
FOR CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT AND INSPECTION SERVICES FOR THE
UNION, BEACH, LINCOLN WATER LINE REPLACEMENT PROJECT, INCREASING COMPENSATION, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $59,704 FOR A REVISED TOTAL CONTRACT AMOUNT OF $459,671; EXTENDING THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
10.g. RESOLUTION NO. 147-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING FIRST AMENDMENT TO SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT WITH HOPE
SERVICES, A CORPORATION, TO PROVIDE LITTER ABATEMENT SERVICES AND
OTHER MISCELLANEOUS BEAUTIFICATION SERVICES, INCREASING THE DAILY BILLING RATE TO $441 PER DAY FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027; AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME; AND AUTHORIZING
CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE ANY ADDITIONAL BILLING RATE ADJUSTMENTS
FOR THE REMAINDER OF THE TERM OF THE CONTRACT
10.h. RESOLUTION NO. 148-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING A FIRST AMENDMENT TO THE CONTRACT WITH UNIVAR SOLUTIONS USA LLC., FOR THE PURCHASE AND DELIVERY OF HYPOCHLORITE CHEMICALS, INCREASING THE CONTRACT AMOUNT BY $16,796.33 FOR A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $241,796.33 FOR FY 2025-2026; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME (FUNDED FROM THE WASTEWATER
ENTERPRISE FUND)
10.i. RESOLUTION NO. 149-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AWARDING PROFESSIONAL SERVICES CONTRACT TO MESITI-MILLER ENGINEERING, INC., A CORPORATION, FOR PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES FOR THE LEE ROAD TRAIL PHASE 2 PROJECT, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $832,000; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER
TO EXECUTE SAME
10.j. RESOLUTION NO. 150-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AWARDING A CONSTRUCTION CONTRACT TO ANDERSON PACIFIC ENGINEERING CONSTRUCTION, INC., A CORPORATION, FOR THE WWTF INFLUENT CHANNEL CONCRETE REPAIR PROJECT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $229,900.00; AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CONTRACT (FUNDED BY THE SEWER ENTERPRISE FUND)
10.k. RESOLUTION NO. 151-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPROVING INDEPENDENT CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT FOR NONCONSTRUCTION SERVICES BETWEEN THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AND THE Docusign Envelope ID: CA05A9BF-0048-869D-8030-D2FF6B817CF0 Vol 67 Min-CC070726
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PAJARO VALLEY UNIFIED SCHOOL DISTRICT, TO PROVIDE AFTERSCHOOL AND INTERSESSION PROGRAMING THROUGH THE DISTRICT’S EXPANDED LEARNING OPPORTUNITIES PROGRAM FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $735,297; AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SAME
10.l. RESOLUTION NO. 152-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AUTHORIZING THE PURCHASE OF TWO (2) NEW 2026 FORD POLICE
INTERCEPTOR SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $127,201.29. (FUNDED FROM THE GENERAL FUND)
10.m. RESOLUTION NO. 153-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING SOLE SOURCE CONTRACT WITH WATSONVILLE WETLANDS WATCH,
A NON-PROFIT PUBLIC BENEFIT CORPORATION, FOR WETLAND TRAILS SYSTEM
MAINTENANCE, VEGETATION AND NATIVE HABITAT MANAGEMENT,
ENCAMPMENT DETERRENCE ASSISTANCE SERVICES, IN A TOTAL AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $282,000 FOR THREE YEARS; AND AUTHORIZING CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SAME
10.n. RESOLUTION NO. 154-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AMENDING THE SCHEDULE OF FEES FOR CERTAIN TOW-RELATED CHARGES TO ALIGN WITH THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL – SANTA CRUZ AREA’S HOURLY TOW RATES FY2026-2027
10.o. RESOLUTION NO. 155-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AUTHORIZING THE INCREASE OF OPEN PURCHASE ORDERS WITH PACIFIC
TRUCK PARTS, PAJARO VALLEY PRINTING, GRAINGER, AND ARATA EQUIPMENT COMPANY BY $20,000.01, IN AN AMOUNT NOT TO EXCEED $120,000 EACH TO FACILITATE PURCHASES $10,000 AND SMALLER FOR FY 2025-2026
10.p. RESOLUTION NO. 156-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE ACCEPTING THE $115,058 GRANT FROM THE DEPARTMENT OF
TRANSPORTATION, FEDERAL AVIATION ADMINISTRATION (FAA) FOR DESIGN, ENGINEERING, TESTING AND CONSTRUCTION FOR THE RUNWAY 2-20 PAVEMENT REMARKING, AT THE WATSONVILLE MUNICIPAL AIRPORT;
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE GRANT AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER
TO APPLY FOR, ACCEPT AND EXECUTE THE CALTRANS MATCHING GRANT, IN THE AMOUNT OF $5,753, ANY AND ALL NECESSARY DOCUMENTS AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO: AND APPROPRIATING SUCH FUNDS TO THE AIRPORT ENTERPRISE FUND [0730]
10.q. RESOLUTION NO. 157-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE ACCEPTING $114,800 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY FOR FY 2026-2027: $69,800 FOR THE SELECTIVE TRAFFIC Docusign Envelope ID: CA05A9BF-0048-869D-8030-D2FF6B817CF0 Vol 67 Min-CC070726
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ENFORCEMENT PROGRAM (STEP) AND $75,000 FOR THE PEDESTRIAN AND
BICYCLE SAFETY PROGRAM, TO USE FOR THE IMPLEMENTATION OF TRAFFIC SAFETY STRATEGIES; AND AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER
DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A STANDARD AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH FUNDS BE APPROPRIATED INTO THE SPECIAL GRANTS FUND (0260)
10.r. RESOLUTION NO. 158-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE ACCEPTING $62,838.52 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM FOR FY2026-2027; TO USE FOR IMPAIRED DRIVING SATURATION PATROLS AND DUI CHECKPOINTS; AND
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A STANDARD AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY
NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH FUNDS BE
APPROPRIATED INTO THE SPECIAL GRANTS FUND (0260)
10.s. RESOLUTION NO. 159-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE ACCEPTING $2,712,053 IN GRANT FUNDS FROM THE PROPOSITION 64 PUBLIC
HEALTH AND SAFETY GRANT PROGRAM FUNDED THROUGH THE CALIFORNIA
STATE AND LOCAL GOVERNMENT LAW ENFORCEMENT ACCOUNT AND
ADMINISTERED BY THE BOARD OF STATE AND COMMUNITY CORRECTIONS (BSCC), TO ADDRESS LOCAL IMPACTS TO PUBLIC HEALTH AND SAFETY
RESULTING FROM THE LEGALIZATION OF ADULT USE RECREATIONAL CANNABIS IN CALIFORNIA; AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER OR HER
DESIGNEE TO EXECUTE A STANDARD AGREEMENT AND ANY AMENDMENTS THERETO; AND ANY NECESSARY DOCUMENTS; AND DIRECTING THAT SUCH FUNDS BE APPROPRIATED TO THE SPECIAL GRANTS FUND (0260)
10.t. RESOLUTION NO. 160-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING A FOUR-YEAR NON-AERONAUTICAL LEASE BETWEEN PAUL MORENO DBA KNOWLTON CONSTRUCTION LLC., AND THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE FOR THE USE OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 240 AIRPORT BOULEVARD, WATSONVILLE, CALIFORNIA COMMENCING ON JULY 1, 2026 AND ENDING JUNE 30, 2030, AND A GUARANTY AGREEMENT; AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE SAME
10.u. RESOLUTION NO. 161-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING A THREE-YEAR GROUND LEASE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE AND DAVID G. PETTIGREW, A SOLE PROPRIETOR, DBA
DIAMOND D COMPANY, FOR THE USE OF CITY OWNED PROPERTY LOCATED AT 35 LANDEN LANE AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO
EXECUTE SAME
10.v. APPROVE REVISED CITY CLERK JOB CLASSIFICATIONS & JOB DESCRIPTIONS
AT EXISTING SALARY RANGE
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1) RESOLUTION NO. 162-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR ASSISTANT CITY CLERK (MANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $41.88-$56.13 PER HOUR OR $7,259.94- $9,728.98 PER MONTH
2) RESOLUTION NO. 163-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR DEPUTY CITY CLERK (CONFIDENTIAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $31.54 - $42.27 PER HOUR OR $5,467.17- $7,326.56 PER MONTH
10.w. APPROVE REVISED HUMAN RESOURCES JOB CLASSIFICATIONS & JOB
DESCRIPTIONS AT EXISTING SALARY RANGE
1) RESOLUTION NO. 164-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (MANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $38.60-$51.73 PER HOUR OR $6,691.32- $8,967.01 PER MONTH
2) RESOLUTION NO. 165-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR SENIOR HUMAN RESOURCES ANALYST (MANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $42.18-$56.52 PER HOUR OR $7,310.42- $9,796.71
3) RESOLUTION NO. 166-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR HUMAN RESOURCES TECHNICIAN (CONFIDENTIAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $29.53-$39.58 PER HOUR OR $5,118.79- $6,859.69 PER MONTH AND REPEALING THE JOB CLASSIFICATION AND
DESCRIPTION OF PERSONNEL TECHNICIAN
10.x. APPROVE REVISED LIBRARY CLASSIFICATIONS & JOB DESCRIPTIONS AT
EXISTING SALARY RANGE
1) RESOLUTION NO. 167-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT (SERVICE EMPLOYEES
INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $25.60-$34.30 PER HOUR OR $4,436.47- $5,945.18 PER MONTH
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2) RESOLUTION NO. 168-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR LIBRARY CLERK (SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $21.73-$29.11 PER HOUR OR $3,765.69-$5,046.38 PER MONTH
3) RESOLUTION NO. 169-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR LIBRARY DIRECTOR (EXECUTIVE) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $77.53-$103.90 PER HOUR OR $13,439.36-$18,010.03 PER MONTH
4) RESOLUTION NO. 170-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR LITERACY PROGRAM ASSISTANT (SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $25.60-$34.30 PER HOUR OR $4,436.47- $5,945.18 PER MONTH
5) RESOLUTION NO. 171-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR SENIOR LIBRARY ASSISTANT (SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $28.15-$37.73 PER HOUR OR $4,879.51- $6,539.00 PER MONTH
10.y. APPROVE REVISED PUBLIC WORKS & UTILITIES JOB CLASSIFICATIONS & JOB
DESCRIPTIONS AT ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE
1) RESOLUTION NO. 172-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB DESCRIPTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE SUPERVISOR (MIDMANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $45.39-$60.83 PER HOUR OR $7,867.99-$10,543.87 PER MONTH AND REPEALING THE JOB
CLASSIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION OF SOURCE CONTROL MANAGER 2) RESOLUTION NO. 173-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR ENVIRONMENTAL COMPLIANCE INSPECTOR (OPERATING ENGINEERS, LOCAL UNION NO. 3 (OE3)) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $37.05-$49.66 PER HOUR OR $6,422.80-$8,607.11 PER MONTH AND
REPEALING THE JOB CLASSIFICATION AND DESCRIPTION OF SOURCE
CONTROL INSPECTOR
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3) RESOLUTION NO. 174-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR ASSISTANT ENGINEER (SERVICE EMPLOYEES
INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $33.83-$45.33 PER HOUR OR $5,863.30- $7,857.42 PER MONTH
4) RESOLUTION NO. 175-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR ENGINEERING ASSOCIATE (SERVICE EMPLOYEES INTERNATIONAL UNION (SEIU), LOCAL 521, CLERICAL TECHNICAL) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $41.90-$56.15 PER HOUR OR $7,262.54- $9,732.52 PER MONTH
5) RESOLUTION NO. 176-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR ASSOCIATE CIVIL ENGINEER (MID-MANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $46.80-$62.72 PER HOUR OR $8,112.20- $10,871.14 PER MONTH
6) RESOLUTION NO. 177-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR SENIOR CIVIL ENGINEER (MID-MANAGEMENT) AT THE ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $54.77-$73.39 PER HOUR OR $9,493.06- $12,721.56 PER MONTH
7) RESOLUTION NO. 178-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
APPROVING AND AUTHORIZING THE REVISED JOB CLASSIFICATION AND JOB
DESCRIPTION FOR PRINCIPAL ENGINEER (MANAGEMENT) AT THE
ESTABLISHED SALARY RANGE OF $64.45-$86.38 PER HOUR OR $11,172.16- $14,971.75 PER MONTH
10.z. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE APPOINTING AHTZIRI CARRANZA TO THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE PLANNING COMMISSION – Item tabled to a future meeting per Member Parker’s request.
10.aa. ORDINANCE NO. 1490-26 (CM)
AN UNCODIFIED ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE INCREASING THE
COMPENSATION FOR EACH MEMBER OF THE CITY COUNCIL, AND THE MAYOR,
PER MONTH, AS PERMITTED BY CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 36516
10.ab. ORDINANCE NO. 1491-26 (CM)
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AMENDING CHAPTER 36 (CAMPING) OF TITLE 5 (PUBLIC WELFARE, MORALS AND
CONDUCT) TO THE WATSONVILLE MUNICIPAL CODE PERTAINING TO CAMPING
10.ac. RESOLUTION NO. 179-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
ADOPTING A MAP OF NO ENCAMPMENT ZONES WITHIN THE CITY OF
WATSONVILLE
10.ad. RESOLUTION NO. 180-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING THE CITY MANAGER TO APPROVE THE OVERHIRE OF UP TO FOUR (4) FIREFIGHTER POSITIONS TO MAINTAIN OPERATIONAL
STAFFING LEVEL
11. ITEMS REMOVED FROM CONSENT AGENDA – None
12. REPORTS TO COUNCIL – No Action Required
12.a. CITY MANAGER’S UPDATE REPORT
Member Montesino requested signage providing information to the public regarding a project along Freedom Boulevard as well as a countdown to acknowledge that the Ramsay Park Renaissance Project was nearing completion.
In answering Member Parker, Police Chief Shab spoke about the various types of classifications for e-bikes, enforcement tools for those illegally using e-motos, requirements for purchasing e-motos, and the importance of education for the community.
13. PUBLIC HEARINGS, ORDINANCES, & APPEALS
13.a. AMENDMENTS TO THE CITY’S PURCHASING ORDINANCE
1) Staff Report by Administrative Services Director Duran 2) City Council Clarifying & Technical Questions
In answering Mayor Pro Tempore Clark, Administrative Services Director Duran clarified her comments regarding the number of staff reports prepared for contract change orders taken to Council.
3) Public Comments – None
Prior to the motion, City Attorney Zutler read the following to be added to the ordinance under Section (d) of Exhibit A:
By resolution adopted in advance, the Council may delegate to the City Manager authority to approve and execute specific contracts, including public works contracts subject to Watsonville Charter Section 1117 and other provisions of this Code, without further Council action. Any such resolution shall identify the contract(s) covered and a maximum dollar amount. A public works contract approved under delegated authority must still meet applicable bidding, notice, and security requirements. The City Manager shall report contracts approved under delegated authority to the Council at Docusign Envelope ID: CA05A9BF-0048-869D-8030-D2FF6B817CF0 Vol 67 Min-CC070726
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the next regular City Council meeting. The Council does not delegate its authority to reject all bids and perform work with City employees or to dispense with bidding for urgent items.
City Manager Vides provided an example of a situation in which that language could be applicable.
In answering Member Dutra, City Attorney Zutler further explained how the added language could be applied to specific projects.
City Manager Vides, in answering Member Parker, clarified the Council would have to grant her authority for each project that the added language could be applied to. 4) MOTION: It was moved by Member Dutra, seconded by Mayor Pro Tempore Clark and carried by the following vote to introduce the ordinance listed under Item 13.a.6. below including the language read into the record by City Attorney Zutler.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker
NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Orozco, Quiroz-Carter, Salcido
5) City Council Deliberation on Motion – None
6) Introduce for First Reading, by Title Only, Waiving the Full Reading of the Text, an Ordinance Amending Title 3 (Finance) Chapter 5 (Purchasing Procedures) of the Watsonville Municipal Code
13.b. RESOLUTIONS CONFIRMING DIAGRAMS, ASSESSMENTS, AND LEVYING ASSESSMENTS FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 FOR BAY BREEZE LLMAD NO. PK03-02, VISTA MONTANA LLMAD PK-03-03, AND GONZALES STREET ALLEYWAY LLMAD NO. PK-94-1
1) Staff Report by Parks Superintendent Medina
Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib was also present. 2) City Council Clarifying & Technical Questions
In answering Member Dutra, Parks Superintendent Medina spoke about funds available in the Bay Breeze LLMAD reserve, use of Vista Montaña funds for maintenance efforts, and exploring solutions to address resident requests and concerns.
Parks Superintendent Medina, in answering Member Parker, spoke about maintenance efforts in the Vista Montaña LLMAD.
Public Works & Utilities Director Green provided information regarding Public Works & Utilities projects taking place near the Vista Montaña area.
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In answering Member Parker, Parks Superintendent Medina spoke about adequate reserve funding levels for the Vista Montaña LLMAD.
City Attorney Zutler, in answering Mayor Pro Tempore Clark, stated a special assessment would require property owner approval.
3) Public Comments
Caitlin, Vista Montana LLMAD resident, stated she had requested records from the City to track the LLMAD’s expenses and requested transparency regarding use of funds.
The City Council resumed Clarifying & Technical Questions following Public Comments.
In answering Member Parker, Parks Superintendent Medina spoke about staff efforts to provide the records requested by Caitlin, the resident who spoke. Parks & Community Services Director Calubaquib added that they were waiting until the resident had all requested records to schedule a meeting with her.
In answering Member Parker, City Clerk Ortiz stated any records released to the resident could be shared with the public.
City Manager Vides, in answering Member Dutra, stated costs associated with LLMADs were included in the City budget and provided details regarding use of funds for the Vista Montaña LLMAD.
4) MOTION: It was moved by Member Dutra, seconded by Member Parker and carried by the following vote to approve the resolutions listed under Items 13.b.6 through
13.b.8. below.
AYES: MEMBERS: Clark, Dutra, Montesino, Parker
NOES: MEMBERS: None
ABSENT: MEMBERS: Orozco, Quiroz-Carter, Salcido
5) City Council Deliberation on Motion – None
6) RESOLUTION NO. 181-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
CONFIRMING DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND LEVYING ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 FOR THE BAY BREEZE SUBDIVISION LANDSCAPING
AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
7) RESOLUTION NO. 182-26 (CM)
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF WATSONVILLE
CONFIRMING DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND LEVYING ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 FOR THE VISTA MONTAÑA SUBDIVISION
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT 8) RESOLUTION NO. 183-26 (CM)
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CONFIRMING DIAGRAM AND ASSESSMENT AND LEVYING ASSESSMENT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2026-2027 FOR THE GONZALES STREET ALLEYWAY
LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING MAINTENANCE ASSESSMENT DISTRICT
14. EMERGENCY ITEMS ADDED TO AGENDA – None
15. REQUESTS & SCHEDULING FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS
Member Montesino requested a report regarding a City project on Freedom Boulevard and City efforts for coordinating traffic systems with Santa Cruz METRO’s projects.
Member Parker requested an ordinance regarding battery energy storage systems.
Mayor Pro Tempore Clark supported Member Parker’s request.
Member Dutra requested a report regarding illegal fireworks enforcement efforts at the August 25th City Council Meeting and asked that the City explore an ordinance for illegal fireworks enforcement.
16. ADJOURNMENT
The meeting was adjourned at 8:37 p.m.
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Casey Clark, Mayor Pro Tempore
ATTEST:
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Irwin I. Ortiz, City Clerk
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