Merced public meetings in 2022

Planning Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting header and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It appears to be a placeholder or incomplete agenda.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council is reviewing a contract for legislative advocacy and pay range updates for temporary staff to meet state minimum wage requirements. The council will also consider street closures on Martin Luther King Jr. Way for the annual MLK Jr. Community March.

• $216,000 contract with Renne Public Law Group, LLC for legislative advocacy services
• Pay range updates for temporary roles including Lifeguard and Recreation staff
• Street closure request for Martin Luther King Jr. Way from West 8th Street to West 18th Street

The City Council approved a supplemental appropriation of $1.1 million for the airport terminal replacement project. Other key actions included approving a settlement with PG&E for water main construction and modifying public facilities impact fee policies.

• Approved $1.1M appropriation for Merced Yosemite Regional Airport terminal design (6-0)
• Approved settlement with PG&E for Canal Street water main and roadway reconstruction (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-78 modifying Public Facilities Impact Fee Administrative Policy A-32 (4-2)
• Approved $15,000 for gates, bollards, and fencing at Joe Herb Park (6-0)
• Approved three-year advocacy contract with Renne Public Law Group not to exceed $216,000 (6-0)
• Accepted Cal OES Type III fire engine and transfer agreement (6-0)
• Approved 2023 Proclamation Calendar (6-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-80 accepting the FY 2021/2022 Development Impact Fees Annual Report (6-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will review signing and striping plans for the Yosemite Avenue Road Reconstruction project between Mansionette Drive and Parsons Avenue. The meeting also includes a report on a $40,000 Office of Traffic Safety Grant and a discussion regarding Bike Month activities.

• Review of Yosemite Avenue signing and striping plans from Mansionette Drive to Parsons Avenue
• Report on a $40,000 Office of Traffic Safety Grant
• Discussion regarding future activities and outreach for Bike Month
• Approval of the October 25, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to subdivide 10 acres into 45 single-family lots at 385 S. Coffee Street. They will also review a permit for tobacco sales at 235 W. 12th Street and a roadway classification change for Mission Avenue.

• Zone Change #431 and Subdivision Map #1323 for 45 single-family lots
• Conditional Use Permit #1267 for tobacco sales at 235 W. 12th Street
• General Plan Amendment #22-03 for Mission Avenue roadway classification
• Withdrawal of appeal for VTSM #1291 (Bright Development)
• Cancellation of the January 4, 2023 meeting

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will certify the November 2022 election returns for three council members and administer oaths of office to new members. The body will also elect a Mayor Pro Tempore for a one-year term and recognize outgoing council members. Additionally, the agenda includes updates on pending litigation and contract notifications.

• Certification of November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election returns
• Election of Mayor Pro Tempore for a one-year term
• $212,679 bid award to T&S Intermodal Maintenance, Inc. for Airport Transient Pilot Restroom
• Notification of November 2022 contracts under $36,000 and $82,718

The City Council certified the November 8, 2022, municipal election results and swore in three new members. The council also appointed Bertha Perez as Mayor Pro Tempore and approved several infrastructure and service contracts.

• Certified November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election returns (6-0)
• Appointed Council Member Bertha Perez as Mayor Pro Tempore (7-0)
• Approved $212,679 contract with T&S Intermodal Maintenance for airport restrooms (7-0)
• Approved $132,267 cost-share for Merced County Multijurisdictional Housing Element (7-0)
• Approved vacation of Arbor Walkway North easement for 531 W. Main Street (6-0, 1 abstain)
• Approved executive recruitment contract with GVP Ventures, Inc. up to $94,000 (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-77 to keep base sewer service rates unchanged (7-0)
• Denied request to change Advanced Air flight service to Hawthorne Municipal Airport (3-4)

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

The agenda contains only the meeting date and a printing note, with no listed items for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive business scheduled.

Recreation & Parks Commission

The agenda for the Recreation & Parks Commission meeting on November 28, 2022, consists of standard procedural boilerplate. No specific business items, reports, or decisions are listed for this session.

Planning Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting header and a print date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. It appears to be a placeholder or incomplete agenda.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council and associated authorities will consider several items, including property negotiations and consent calendar approvals. Proposed actions include accepting grant funds for the Merced North Transit Hub and approving a lease for office space at the Merced Transportation Center.

• Negotiation of price and terms for real property (APN: 031-134-003)
• Lease agreement with Viajes California for office space at Merced Transportation Center
• Acceptance of $152,837 in grant funds for the Merced North Transit Hub construction
• Proclamation for Small Business Saturday
• Proclamation for National Diabetes Day

The City Council approved the sale of four properties to the Fuller Center for low-income housing and committed over $1.6 million in grant funds to Linc Housing. The council also accepted $2.5 million in CalHome 2021 grant funds and approved several police and transit grants. Additionally, the council adopted an amended Water Shortage Contingency Plan and introduced new building and fire codes.

• Approved sale of 1744 I St, 26 W. 18th St, 49 W. 18th St, and 150 W. 19th St to Fuller Center (5-0)
• Committed approximately $1,608,830 in PLHA funds to Linc Housing (5-0)
• Accepted $2,500,000 in CalHome 2021 Grant Funds (5-0)
• Adopted amended Water Shortage Contingency Plan (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinances 2544 and 2545 to adopt 2022 California Building and Fire Codes (5-0)
• Renamed McNamara Playground to Kirk Wright Memorial Playground (5-0)
• Directed proposal of $400,000 for Aletha June Playground at General Vang Pao Park (5-0)
• Awarded $252,550 contract to Harris Builders, Inc. for Stephen Leonard Park repairs (4-0)

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will discuss future funding for the City Council budget. The body will also consider establishing a subcommittee to develop recommendations for the Council. Additionally, staff will provide an update on the Caltrans Art Project review.

• Approval of September 15, 2022, meeting minutes
• Update on Caltrans Art Project review
• Establishment of a subcommittee regarding future funding

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a permit for a cannabis dispensary at 1111 Motel Drive. It will also review a request to change the roadway classification for Mission Avenue and an appeal regarding a subdivision extension for 161 lots.

• Cannabis business permit #22-02R for 1111 Motel Drive
• Roadway classification change for Mission Avenue
• Appeal of a one-year extension for VTSM #1291 (161 single-family lots)
• Cancellation of November 23 and December 21 meetings

Tax Transparency Commission

The Tax Transparency Commission will review revenue and expense reports for Measure C and Measure Y as of September 30, 2022. The commission will also consider approving minutes from the August 9, 2022 meeting.

• Measure C revenue and expense reports for September 30, 2022
• Measure Y revenue and expense reports for September 30, 2022
• Approval of August 9, 2022, meeting minutes

The Commission approved the minutes from August 9, 2022, and accepted revenue and expense reports for Measure C and Measure Y as information only. Vice Chair Bijou and Member Davis announced their resignations.

• Approved August 9, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Accepted Measure C Revenue and Expense Reports as information only (4-0)
• Accepted Measure Y Revenue and Expense Reports as information only (4-0)

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council will meet to discuss five potential lawsuits in a closed session. The agenda also includes approving contracts for water department maintenance and various protective equipment through cooperative purchasing agreements. Additionally, the council will present several ceremonial proclamations.

• $400,000 contract with PACE Supply Corp for Water Department supplies and 16th Street bridge repairs
• Cooperative purchasing agreements for PPE, firefighting equipment, and law enforcement gear
• Closed session discussion regarding five potential lawsuits
• Proclamation for School Psychologist Week
• Proclamation for Native American Heritage Month

The City Council approved several construction contracts for sidewalks and pathways, a contract for a Tiny Homes Ordinance, and a water department supply agreement. The council also accepted an insurance payment for the Stephen Leonard Park Community Center and declared intent to vacate a portion of the Arbor Walkway North easement.

• Approved $993,059 contract to Redstone Construction, Inc. for Motel Drive multi-use pathway
• Approved $832,845 contract to Redstone Construction, Inc. for sidewalks on R, S, T Streets and Stuart Drive
• Approved $93,200 agreement with Precision Engineering, Inc. for Tiny Homes Ordinance and zoning updates
• Approved $400,000 contract with PACE Supply Corp for Water Department supplies
• Approved $20,000 agreement with Goodwin Consulting Group for CFD Annexations No. 22 and No. 24
• Accepted $412,013 insurance payment for Stephen Leonard Park Community Center damages
• Approved piggyback purchasing for PPE and firefighting equipment not to exceed $330,269 annually
• Approved Resolution 2022-64 to vacate eastern portion of Arbor Walkway North easement (5-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Commission will review a presentation on the UC Merced Innovate2Grow program and a proposal for City-sponsored road user sensor data collection. Members will also discuss upcoming Bike Month activities and consider rescheduling the December 27 meeting.

• Proposal for City sponsorship of UC Merced Innovate2Grow sensor project
• Planning for Bike Month outreach and education
• Motion to reschedule the December 27, 2022 meeting to December 13, 2022
• Engineering report on current projects
• Update on Downtown One-Way Pilot Project

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application to rename the playground at McNamara Park to Kirk Wright Memorial Playground. Staff will also provide updates on department goals, funding streams including Measure Y, and recent activities.

• Public hearing for renaming McNamara Playground to Kirk Wright Memorial Playground
• Department update on mission, goals, and Measure Y funding
• Update on Parks and Recreation Department activities and events

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a permit for tobacco sales near a youth center and a request to vacate part of an easement on W. Main Street. An appeal regarding a subdivision of 39.8 acres into 161 lots is scheduled to be continued to November. The meeting also includes the approval of October 5, 2022, minutes.

• Vacation of approximately 2,053 square feet of Arbor Walkway North easement
• Conditional Use Permit for tobacco sales at 900 Loughborough Drive, Suite D
• Appeal regarding a subdivision of 39.8 acres into 161 single-family lots
• Approval of October 5, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will consider a lease agreement for afterschool programming at the McCombs Youth Center. The agenda also includes street closure requests for the 2022 Central California Band Review.

• Lease agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Merced County including a $34,999.92 annual stipend
• Street closures on Parsons Avenue, Dinkey Creek, Watertown Drive, and East Childs Avenue for the 2022 Central California Band Review
• Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Proclamation of Fire Prevention Month

The Merced City Council approved a consent agenda and several pulled items, including a $364,642.32 bid to Razzari Ford for seven police SUVs (4-2) and a $200,000 ARPA agreement with Kids Discovery Station. A one-year lease for the McCombs Youth Center with the Boys and Girls Club was approved 6-0. The council also received an informational presentation on the Merced County Sixth Cycle Housing Element.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0), including 15 items such as street closures, contract amendments, and equipment purchases
• Approved lease agreement with Boys and Girls Club of Merced County for McCombs Youth Center for one year with extension option (6-0)
• Awarded bid to Razzari Ford for seven police SUVs not to exceed $364,642.32 (4-2; Echevarria and Ornelas opposed)
• Approved $200,000 ARPA Non-Profit Support agreement with Kids Discovery Station (consent)
• Approved $150,000 contingency increase for G Street storm drain and water main work (consent)
• Approved $87,800 contract with Microbiz Security for physical access control system (consent)
• Authorized grant application for $150,000 cybersecurity program with 10% local match (consent)
• Approved $59,702 supplemental appropriation for backhoe loader, brush chipper, and crackfilling machine (consent)

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

This agenda contains only the meeting header and a print date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural or cancelled, with no substantive business scheduled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to change the roadway classification of Mission Avenue from Divided Arterial to Collector to improve circulation for future development. This matter has been continued to the November 9, 2022 meeting. The commission will also receive training on the Brown Act and density bonus laws.

• General Plan Amendment #22-03 regarding Mission Avenue roadway classification
• Training on the Brown Act, Density Bonus Law, and MS-4 Permits
• Review of September 21, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will discuss negotiations regarding the price and payment terms for several real property parcels. The agenda also includes a participation agreement for the 2023 Gran Fondo Hincapie-Merced Bike Race. Additionally, the council will consider updates to the city's conflict-of-interest code.

• Negotiation of price and terms for various real property parcels with Sandton Capital Partners
• Participation agreement for the 2023 Gran Fondo Hincapie-Merced Bike Race, not to exceed $50,000
• Notification of September 2022 contracts under $36,000 and $82,718
• Adoption of Resolution 2022-61 regarding the City's Conflict-of-Interest Code

The Merced City Council approved the consent agenda, including numerous contracts and agreements, and formed a subcommittee to study South Merced issues. Two items were pulled for separate discussion and approved unanimously. A motion to withdraw a discussion on the press box in the council chamber passed 6-1.

• Approved consent agenda (7-0)
• Approved $33,740 cost-sharing agreement with Santa Clara Water District for water supply evaluation (7-0)
• Accepted $508,347 CMAQ grant for pedestrian/bike improvements on Motel Drive (7-0)
• Appointed Council Members Ornelas, Echevarria, and Boyle to South Merced Sub Committee (7-0)
• Withdrew discussion on press box in council chamber (6-1)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will hold a public hearing regarding an application to rename McNamara Playground. The Commission will also consider a lease agreement for the McCombs Youth Center to support afterschool programming by the Boys and Girls Club of Merced County.

• Public hearing on renaming McNamara Playground to Kirk Wright Memorial Playground
• Lease agreement for McCombs Youth Center with Boys and Girls Club of Merced County

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal to overturn a one-year extension for the Bright Development subdivision project. This project involves subdividing approximately 39.8 acres into 161 single-family lots on the east side of G Street at Merrill Place.

• Public hearing regarding VTSM #1291 (Bright Development) extension appeal
• Approval of September 7, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council is considering a $1,690,462 grant agreement with TwelveThirteen Homekey LP using Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds. The agenda also includes a proposed lease for the 27th and K (Central) Youth Center.

• $1,690,462 grant agreement with TwelveThirteen Homekey LP
• Lease of 27th and K (Central) Youth Center to Challenged Family Resource Center
• Property negotiations for 157 Hawk Drive

The City Council approved a $1,690,462 grant agreement from Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (ARPA) with TwelveThirteen Homekey LP, including affordability restrictions. The council also approved a $977,647 CalVIP grant for youth violence prevention, a $434,005.70 land sale to Dkota Investments for a warehouse, and a $141,500 roof replacement for Fire Station 51. All consent calendar items and public hearing resolutions passed unanimously (7-0), except the Merced Community College District police services agreement which passed 6-0 with one abstention.

• Approved $1,690,462 ARPA grant agreement with TwelveThirteen Homekey LP for affordable housing (7-0)
• Approved $977,647 CalVIP grant for youth violence prevention program (7-0)
• Approved $434,005.70 land sale to Dkota Investments for warehouse construction (7-0)
• Approved $141,500 Fire Station 51 roof replacement contract (7-0)
• Approved 3-year police services agreement with Merced Community College District (6-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved annexation of 5.94 acres into CFD No. 2003-2 with special tax levy (7-0)
• Approved $500,000 ARPA agreement with Kiwanis Club of Greater Merced Foundation (7-0)
• Approved $212,300 ARPA agreement with Merced County Food Bank (7-0)

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The commission will elect its new Chair and Vice Chair for the upcoming year. Staff will also provide progress updates on the Caltrans Clean California Mural Art Installation Project and Merced City Art Projects.

• Selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Caltrans Clean California Mural Art Installation Project
• Update on first and second phases of Merced City Art Projects
• Adoption of May 19, 2022 meeting minutes

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission elected Sandra Hay as Chair and Colton Dennis as Vice Chair for the upcoming year. The vote was 6-0-1, with Dennis abstaining. The commission also received updates on the Caltrans Clean California Mural Art Installation Project and the first two phases of the Merced City Art Projects, but took no formal action on those items.

• Elected Sandra Hay as Chair and Colton Dennis as Vice Chair (6-0-1, Dennis abstained)
• Approved minutes of May 19, 2022 (7-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider an appeal of a one-year extension for a 39.8-acre subdivision. The commission is also reviewing a request to change the roadway classification of Mission Avenue.

• Appeal of a one-year extension for VTSM #1291 (Bright Development) involving 161 single-family lots
• General Plan Amendment to change Mission Avenue from Divided Arterial to Collector
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Cancellation of the September 21, 2022, Planning Commission meeting

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will discuss land annexation and legal litigation matters in closed session. The agenda includes a request from the NAACP for co-sponsored rental rates at the Senior Community Center. The Council will also review recent board minutes and contract notifications.

• Annexation of 5.94 acres at Yosemite Avenue and McKee Road into CFD No. 2003-2
• NAACP request for co-sponsored rental rate at Merced Senior Community Center
• Proclamation of Rail Safety Month
• Notification of Public Works contracts under $82,718
• Closed session conferences regarding anticipated and initiated litigation

The Council voted 6-0 to move forward with establishing a First Responder Fee for the Merced Fire Department, accepting a feasibility study and directing staff to return with a proposed resolution. They also approved the purchase of a Pierce Enforcer fire engine for $891,251.97 and accepted a $617,637 FEMA grant for firefighter training and paramedic programs. Several consent items were approved, including a $48,597 state grant for underage drinking enforcement (6-1) and a $686,958 federal grant for sidewalk construction.

• Approved moving forward with First Responder Fee feasibility study and directed staff to return with proposed resolution (6-0)
• Approved purchase of Pierce Enforcer fire engine for $891,251.97 via cooperative purchasing
• Accepted $617,637 FEMA grant for firefighter training and paramedic programs, with $61,764 city match
• Accepted $48,597 state grant for underage drinking enforcement operations (6-1)
• Approved $686,958 federal CMAQ grant for sidewalk construction on R, S, T Streets and Stuart Drive
• Approved $300,000 purchase of UV lamps and equipment for wastewater treatment plant
• Approved co-sponsored rental rate for NAACP Freedom Fund Banquet for 2022 only (7-0)
• Rejected all bids for park restroom projects and directed staff to re-bid

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission will review draft bicycle standards and hold elections for Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson. The meeting also includes a review of Merced Connect data from 2020 to 2022 and a discussion regarding Bike Month activities.

• Review of draft Bicycle Standards
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of May 2022 Bike Month and future plans
• Review of Merced Connect data involving 2,738 reports
• Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will consider a lease agreement for the 27th and K (Central) Youth Center to support daytime children’s programming. Members will also discuss rental rates for an NAACP event and the distribution of Wahneta Hall Trust Funds.

• Lease agreement for Central Youth Center with Challenged Family Resource Center
• Co-sponsored rental rate request for Merced Senior Community Center by Merced County NAACP
• Distribution of $3,581 to Kiwanis Club or $3,000 to Merced Symphony from Wahneta Hall Trust Funds

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a request for the Long Property Subdivision to create 146 single-family lots. The commission will also hear an appeal regarding a one-year extension for a subdivision project near G Street.

• Subdivision of 41.6 acres into 146 single-family lots (Long Property)
• Appeal of a one-year extension for VTSM #1291 at G Street and Merrill Place
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from August 3, 2022

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council is reviewing an ordinance to update various municipal code sections regarding speed limits and parking regulations. The agenda also includes considering contracts for non-profit support and public works maintenance supplies.

• Introduction of Ordinance 2542 to amend speed limits and parking zones
• Agreement with United Way of Merced County up to $50,000 for a Stewardship Council
• Purchase of parts and supplies from International Coatings Company, Inc. up to $150,000
• Water connection fee deferral for 67 S. Coffee Street

The City Council approved the sale of a housing successor agency property at 73 S. R Street to CC915 Merced, Inc. for development of a 4-unit affordable housing complex for extremely low-income unsheltered veterans, including a density bonus and waivers. The council also introduced a zoning ordinance amendment to streamline housing and commercial development, and approved a $95,000 professional services agreement for a Prohousing Feasibility Study. All votes were unanimous (7-0).

• Approved sale of 73 S. R Street property to CC915 Merced, Inc. for 4-unit affordable veterans housing (7-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2543 amending zoning code to streamline housing and commercial development (7-0)
• Approved $95,000 Prohousing Feasibility Study agreement with RSG, Inc. (7-0)
• Approved $331,644 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for Merced Regional Airport (7-0)
• Approved $84,236 FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for Merced Regional Airport (7-0)
• Annexed 10.43 acres into Community Facilities District No. 2003-2 (Services) (7-0)
• Approved $50,000 agreement with United Way for Merced City Stewardship Council (7-0)
• Approved $150,000 purchase agreement with International Coatings Company for Public Works (7-0)

Tax Transparency Commission

The commission will review June 30, 2022, revenue and expense reports for Measure C and Measure Y. The agenda also includes an update on Measure C outreach efforts. Members may also vote to approve the minutes from the May 10, 2022, meeting.

• Measure C revenue and expense reports for June 30, 2022
• Measure Y revenue and expense reports for June 30, 2022
• Update on Measure C outreach
• Approval of May 10, 2022, meeting minutes

The Tax Transparency Commission approved minutes from May 10, 2022, and accepted Measure C and Measure Y revenue and expense reports for June 30, 2022, as information only. Discussion on Measure Y noted a drop in cannabis revenue due to the pandemic. The commission also received an update on Measure C outreach and discussed future presentations by police and fire chiefs.

• Approved minutes of May 10, 2022 (4-0)
• Accepted Measure C Revenue and Expense Report for June 30, 2022 as information only (4-0)
• Accepted Measure Y Revenue and Expense Report for June 30, 2022 as information only (4-0)

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will consider a request to reconsider its previous rejection of a resolution for a municipal election. If reconsideration is approved, the Council will then consider the Merced Vital City Services Protection Measure to continue the 0.50% sales tax until ended by voters.

• Request to reconsider the rejection of a resolution for a general municipal election
• Proposed Merced Vital City Services Protection Measure to continue the 0.50% sales tax
• Proposal to consolidate the municipal election with the November 8, 2022, General Election

The City Council voted 4-3 to reconsider its prior rejection of a resolution for a general municipal election, but the companion resolution (2022-43) to place the Merced Vital City Services Protection Measure—a half-cent sales tax extension without a sunset date—on the November 8, 2022 ballot failed by the same 4-3 vote. The measure required five votes to pass. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Reconsidered prior rejection of election resolution (4-3)
• Resolution 2022-43 to place half-cent sales tax extension on ballot failed (4-3)

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

This agenda contains only a header and a print date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. The meeting appears to be procedural only, with no substantive business scheduled.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is considering a permit for an indoor cannabis cultivation facility at 847 Beechcraft Avenue. The commission will also hear an appeal regarding a subdivision extension on G Street and review a density bonus request for affordable housing on R Street. Additionally, staff recommends continuing a residential subdivision project near Cardella Road to the August 17 meeting.

• Permit for indoor cannabis cultivation at 847 Beechcraft Ave
• Subdivision of 41.6 acres into 148 lots near Cardella Road
• Appeal of a subdivision extension on G Street
• Density bonus for affordable housing at 73 S. R Street

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council is reviewing a federal grant for the Merced Regional Airport and a proposal to annex 10.43 acres of land. The meeting also includes presentations on youth programs and closed sessions regarding potential litigation.

• Acceptance of $138,622 FAA grant for Merced Regional Airport improvements
• Resolution of intent to annex 10.43 acres at Horizons Avenue and Pacific Drive
• Proclamation for National Health Center Week
• Presentation on the Young Legislators Program 2022
• Presentation on the Youth Jobs Training Program

The City Council approved Memorandums of Understanding with Merced Union High School District and Merced City School District to provide police services at four high schools and four middle schools for three years, in a 4-3 vote after public comment. The council also voted 6-1 to call a special meeting on August 8, 2022, to reconsider placing Measure C on the ballot. All other consent calendar items were approved unanimously.

• Approved MOU with MUHSD for police services at 4 high schools (4-3)
• Approved MOU with MCSD for police services at 4 middle schools (4-3)
• Called special meeting Aug 8, 2022 to reconsider Measure C ballot placement (6-1)
• Approved $138,622 FAA airport improvement grant
• Approved $201,011.93 Laura Fountain repair contract
• Approved $150,000 ARPA agreement with Community Foundation of Merced County
• Approved $92,900 ARPA agreement with Gateway Community Christian Reformed Church
• Approved $285,000 groundwater sampling contract with Provost and Pritchard

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will receive updates from the Parks and Recreation Department. Director Christopher Jensen will also present a review of the orientation provided to new youth center providers. These items are for information only and require no formal action.

• Parks and Recreation Department updates (22-598)
• Youth Center Provider Orientation Review (22-599)

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting header and a print date, with no listed items. The meeting appears to be procedural or the agenda was not populated.

Planning Commission

This agenda contains no substantive items; it is only a title page with the meeting date and a print date. No decisions or discussions are listed.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council is reviewing a cooperative purchase for software not to exceed $300,000 and a lease renewal for land near the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport. The agenda also includes closed sessions regarding anticipated litigation and real property negotiations.

• Cooperative purchase with CDW-G for software not to exceed $300,000
• Three-year lease renewal with Fagundes Dairy for approximately 35 acres at Merced Yosemite Regional Airport
• Closed session negotiations regarding real property price and terms of payment
• Recognition of Youth Council members Kaylie Escobar-Islas, Ana Quintana-Ceja, Satya Ortega, and Diego Luna

The City Council approved a consent agenda including a $1.67M contract for the CMAQ Merced North Transit Hub and a $1.05M road reconstruction project. A motion to express general support for the Branford Point annexation failed in a 3-3 tie. The council also made appointments to several commissions and boards.

• Approved $1,666,296.25 bid to Dirt Dynasty, Inc. for CMAQ Merced North Transit Hub (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Selected Yosemite Avenue, M Street to R Street, reconstruction as RSTP project, $1,050,517 (6-0)
• Approved 3-year agricultural lease renewal with Fagundes Dairy at $5,355/year (6-0)
• Motion to support Branford Point annexation failed (3-3)
• Approved $105,000 agreement with Precision Civil Engineering for infill study and duplex/triplex master plan (consent)
• Approved $100,000 ARPA agreements with Boys and Girls Club and Merced Lao Family Community (consent)
• Appointed members to Arts and Culture, Bicycle and Pedestrian, Building and Housing, Planning, Recreation and Parks, Regional Airport Authority, and Tax Transparency commissions (6-0 each)
• Approved $300,000 cooperative purchase with CDW-G (consent)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider Zoning Ordinance Amendment #22-01, which proposes changes to residential and commercial zoning standards. These updates include allowing duplexes by right in R-1 zones and adjusting density and parking requirements. The agenda also includes approving June 8 minutes and canceling the July 20 meeting.

• Zoning Ordinance Amendment #22-01 regarding residential and commercial standards
• Approval of June 8, 2022, Planning Commission minutes
• Cancellation of the July 20, 2022, Planning Commission meeting

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council will consider a grant application for violence prevention and a lease agreement for afterschool programming at the McNamara Youth Center. The council is also reviewing a request for up to $600,000 for airport terminal studies and environmental services.

• Up to $600,000 appropriation for airport terminal planning and design
• Resolution for California Violence Intervention and Prevention Grant Program application
• Lease agreement for McNamara Youth Center with Students with Aspiring Goals (S.W.A.G.)
• Proclamations for Italian Catholic Federation 90th Anniversary and Parks and Recreation Month

The City Council approved a resolution calling a November 8, 2022 general municipal election for three council seats, but a separate resolution to place a measure extending the half-cent sales tax without a sunset date on the ballot failed (1-4). The council also approved the consent agenda, including a lease for the McNamara Youth Center, and approved renaming the Merced Youth Sports Complex as Nannini Youth Sports Complex.

• Approved Resolution 2022-42 calling Nov. 8, 2022 municipal election (5-0)
• Failed Resolution 2022-43 to place half-cent sales tax extension on ballot (1-4)
• Approved consent agenda including $600,000 airport terminal study appropriation (5-0)
• Approved lease agreement with S.W.A.G. for McNamara Youth Center (5-0)
• Approved renaming Merced Youth Sports Complex as Nannini Youth Sports Complex (5-0)
• Approved 2022 HUD Annual Action Plan and CDBG/HOME grant commitments (5-0)
• Approved eight Caltrans mural designs, switching almond/honeybee mural for strawberry (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Serratto as voting delegate to League of California Cities conference (5-0)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The commission will discuss draft bicycle standards and evaluate activities following May's Bike Month. They will also examine a report containing 2,738 entries from the Merced Connect system.

• Review of Draft Bicycle Standards
• Discussion regarding May 2022 Bike Month and future plans
• Presentation of Merced Connect data (1/1/2020 to 3/25/2022)
• Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Approval of Annual Attendance Report

Planning Commission

This agenda contains only the meeting header and a print date, with no listed agenda items. It appears to be procedural boilerplate or an incomplete agenda.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council and associated authorities will meet to discuss several items including legal advertising contracts and conflict of interest code reviews. A key item involves approving a $68,096.85 agreement with Cook’s Communication to outfit Fire Department command vehicles. The agenda also includes proclamations for National Boys and Girls Club Week and Jesus “Chiquito” Haro.

• $68,096.85 agreement with Cook’s Communication for Fire Department vehicle equipment
• Three-year agreement with Merced County Times for legal advertising services
• Review of the City’s Conflict of Interest Code
• Proclamation for National Boys and Girls Club Week
• Approval of April 18 and June 6 meeting minutes

The City Council adopted the Fiscal Year 2022-23 budget for the City Council, Public Financing and Economic Development Authority, and Parking Authority, including a $500,000 allocation for affordable housing. The council also approved a motion to direct staff to explore a two-year budget for information only, after a motion to not explore it failed. Additionally, the council voted to place Measure C on the November 2022 ballot as a standalone tax measure.

• Adopted FY 2022-23 budget with $500,000 for affordable housing (5-2)
• Directed staff to explore a two-year budget for information only (4-3)
• Placed Measure C on November 2022 ballot as standalone tax measure (6-1)
• Approved General Plan Amendment #21-02 and introduced Ordinance 2541 for 161 residential units and medical/dental clinic at Loughborough Drive and Meadows Avenue (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $68,096.85 for fire command vehicle outfitting, $42,377.80 for a Chevrolet pickup, $31,973.85 for Axon interview rooms, and $400,000 for polymer emulsion (7-0)
• Approved $672,997.85 property insurance renewal through Alliant (7-0)
• Accepted $95,226.98 grant from San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (7-0)
• Continued HUD 2022 Annual Action Plan public hearing to July 5, 2022 (7-0)

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will review subcommittee recommendations for the Caltrans Mural Art Project. The commission is asked to adopt a motion recommending eight mural projects for City Council approval.

• Review of eight proposed murals for the Caltrans Mural Art Project

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission reviewed the subcommittee's recommendation for the Caltrans Mural Art Project. The commission adopted a motion recommending eight proposed mural projects for City Council approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Adopted motion recommending eight murals for Caltrans Mural Art Project

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a proposal for the Royal Woods Subdivision on approximately 19.50 acres. The project includes 113 single-family lots and one multi-family residential parcel south of W. Cardella Road. The commission will also approve May 18 meeting minutes and cancel the June 22 meeting.

• Royal Woods Subdivision: subdivision of 19.50 acres into 113 single-family lots and one multi-family parcel
• Approval of May 18, 2022, Planning Commission minutes
• Cancellation of the June 22, 2022, Planning Commission meeting

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council will review litigation matters and ceremonial proclamations. The agenda also includes consideration of a property access license and professional services agreements for community facilities district annexations.

• Property Access License between CC915 Merced, Inc. and the City for 73 S. R Street
• Professional services agreements with Goodwin Consulting Group for CFD Annexations 18, 19, and 20
• Notification of May 2022 Public Works contracts under $76,875
• Proclamation of Merced Pride Month
• Recognition of Golden Valley High School Crime Scene Investigation Team

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including a $898,832 contract for the CMAQ John Muir Sidewalk Project and a resolution to keep water rates unchanged. During the budget public hearing, motions to add $500,000 for affordable housing failed, but the council directed staff to explore a Youth Wellness Center partnership and allocated $50,000 for community funding. The hearing was continued to June 21, 2022. The council also approved the Sage Creek Phase 2 subdivision map (4-1) and tabled the Merced Mall easement vacation.

• Approved consent agenda (5-0)
• Approved $898,832 CMAQ John Muir Sidewalk Project to Avison Construction (consent)
• Approved Resolution 2022-33 keeping water rates unchanged (consent)
• Approved Sage Creek Phase 2 final map for 78 lots (4-1)
• Approved CMAQ grant extension for Merced North Transit Hub (5-0)
• Failed motion to add $500,000 for affordable housing (3-3)
• Directed staff to explore Youth Wellness Center partnership (6-0)
• Allocated $50,000 for community funding (6-0)

University Vista EIR

The City of Merced is holding a scoping meeting regarding the University Vista EIR. The agenda includes an overview of the project, the CEQA process, and the preliminary scope of the report.

• Project overview
• CEQA overview and preliminary EIR scope
• EIR process and schedule

University Vista EIR

This meeting is a scoping session regarding the University Vista EIR. The agenda includes an overview of the project, the CEQA process, and the preliminary EIR scope and schedule.

• University Vista EIR scoping meeting
• Review of CEQA overview and EIR process
• Discussion of preliminary EIR scope and schedule

Recreation & Parks Commission

The commission will consider lease recommendations for afterschool programming at the McNamara and McCombs Youth Centers. They will also hear public requests to rename the Merced Youth Sports Complex and a theatre at the Multi-Cultural Arts Center. Additionally, members will discuss a training catalog for staff working with youth.

• Lease recommendation for Students With Aspiring Goals at McNamara Youth Center
• Lease recommendation for Boys and Girls Club of Merced County at McCombs Youth Center
• Public hearing to rename Merced Youth Sports Complex in honor of Dave Nannini
• Public hearing to rename Black Box Theatre as K & R Hansen Theatre
• Adoption of the Amended Annual Attendance Report

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved the consent agenda and formed two subcommittees to review and score art project submissions. One subcommittee will handle remaining City of Merced Open Call for Art Projects submissions, and another will review Caltrans Mural Art Project submissions. Commissioner Gunn was appointed to the first subcommittee, and Chair Dennis, Vice Chair Hypes, and Commissioner Gunn were appointed to the second.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes and attendance report (4-0)
• Formed subcommittee to review and score remaining Open Call art submissions (4-0)
• Appointed Commissioner Gunn to Open Call art subcommittee (4-0)
• Formed subcommittee to review and score Caltrans Mural Art submissions (4-0)
• Appointed Chair Dennis, Vice Chair Hypes, and Commissioner Gunn to Caltrans mural subcommittee (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a request to subdivide 9.71 acres into 106 single-family lots for the Mission 106 Subdivision. The agenda also includes an annual review of the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program for consistency with the General Plan.

• Mission 106 Subdivision: request to subdivide 9.71 acres into 106 single-family lots south of Winder Avenue
• Annual Review of the 2022-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP)
• Approval of April 20, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will consider several contracts, including a large purchase for water meter endpoints and the acquisition of new police and fire department vehicles. The meeting also includes the allocation of HUD grant funds to the County of Merced and ceremonial proclamations.

• Agreement with Badger Meter, Inc. for $528,660 plus taxes and freight for water meter endpoints
• Purchase of three Police Tahoes and one Fire Department SUV from Merced Chevrolet up to $190,608.06
• Allocation of HUD Community Development Block Grant funds totaling $76,000 to the County of Merced
• Proclamation for National Public Works Week
• Proclamation for Foster Care Awareness Month

The Merced City Council denied a water rate increase, set a $30,000 cap on community funding awards, and voted to reissue the community funding RFP. They also allocated an additional $500,000 for affordable housing and approved several consent items, including vehicle purchases, a subdivision map, and a Pride flag display. The HUD 2022 Annual Action Plan public hearing was continued to June 21, 2022.

• Denied water rate increase (6-0)
• Set community funding award cap at $30,000 (4-2)
• Reissued community funding RFP, grandfathering existing responses (5-1)
• Allocated $500,000 additional for affordable housing (5-1)
• Approved $190,608.06 bid to Merced Chevrolet for police/fire vehicles (5-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved Final Map #5396 for Sage Creek Phase 1 subdivision (6-0)
• Approved Pride flag display at Bob Hart Square for June 2022 (5-1)
• Continued HUD 2022 Annual Action Plan public hearing to June 21, 2022 (6-0)

Tax Transparency Commission

The Tax Transparency Commission will review revenue and expense reports for Measure C and Measure Y through March 31, 2022. The commission will also consider recommendations for the 2022/2023 fiscal year budgets. Additionally, members will select a new Chair and Vice Chair.

• Review of recommended Measure C budget for 2022/2023
• Review of recommended Measure Y budget for 2022/2023
• Selection of a new Chair and Vice Chair
• Measure C revenue and expense reports as of March 31, 2022
• Measure Y revenue and expense reports as of March 31, 2022

The Tax Transparency Commission approved the consent agenda, accepted Measure C and Measure Y revenue/expense reports as information, and voted to recommend the City Manager's proposed 2022/2023 budgets for both measures to the City Council. It also appointed Douglas Piuser as Chair and Cody Bijou as Vice Chair. All votes were 5-0 with one member absent.

• Approved consent agenda including annual attendance report and Feb 8, 2022 minutes (5-0)
• Accepted Measure C revenue/expense reports as information (5-0)
• Recommended City Manager's Measure C budget for 2022/2023 to City Council (5-0)
• Accepted Measure Y revenue/expense reports as information (5-0)
• Recommended City Manager's Measure Y budget for 2022/2023 to City Council (5-0)
• Appointed Douglas Piuser as Commission Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Cody Bijou as Vice Chair for another year (5-0)

Planning Commission

The agenda contains only the meeting header and a print date, with no listed agenda items. This appears to be a procedural or placeholder agenda with nothing for the commission to decide or discuss.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will discuss potential litigation regarding 1820 I Street and the appointment of a new City Attorney in closed session. The agenda also includes an update on the Childs and Canal project and a proposal to accept state grant funds for park improvements.

• $177,952 grant from the State of California for restrooms at Community Park-42
• Closed session discussion regarding potential litigation for 1820 I Street and Gateway Terrace II Project Site
• Appointment of a new City Attorney
• Update on the Childs and Canal project by developer Frank Kozlowski
• Proclamations for Bike Month, Mental Health Awareness Month, and Municipal Clerks Week

The City Council approved a density bonus and regulatory agreement with Visionary Home Builders for a 108-unit affordable apartment complex at 1808 Parsons Avenue, along with a General Plan amendment and zone change for the site. The Council also approved forgiving $1,710,991.71 in Community Facilities District loans from the General Fund, and increased funding for public art projects to $100,000. The meeting included several other approvals, including a contract with Lozano/Smith for City Attorney services.

• Approved density bonus and regulatory agreement for 108-unit affordable housing at 1808 Parsons Ave (7-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendment #22-02 and Zone Change #430 for 4.59 acres at 1808 Parsons Ave (7-0)
• Approved Resolution 2022-25 forgiving $1,710,991.71 in CFD loans from General Fund (4-3)
• Increased public art funding to $100,000 and funded five proposals from local artists (6-1)
• Approved Pride Flag display in Bob Hart Square for June 2022 (6-1)
• Approved contract with Lozano/Smith for City Attorney services (closed session)
• Approved $177,952 grant for CP-42 restrooms (consent)
• Approved rezoning 8.5 acres at Bellevue Rd and Barclay Way to RP-D #63 (6-1)

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Commission will discuss a draft proclamation for Bike Month to provide a recommendation to the City Council. Members will also consider approving the March 1, 2022 meeting minutes and the Annual Attendance Report. An engineering report regarding current projects will be presented.

• Draft Bike Month proclamation discussion
• Approval of March 1, 2022 meeting minutes
• Annual Attendance Report approval
• Engineering report on current projects

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will review a proposed training catalog for staff and partners working with youth in the Proposition 64 program. Members will also consider a request from the Merced County Rescue Mission to rent the Merced Senior Community Center at a co-sponsored rate.

• Approval of the Annual Attendance Report
• Review of training catalog for staff and partners working with youth
• Request for Merced County Rescue Mission to rent Senior Community Center at a co-sponsored rate
• Update on Measure Y

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will review and discuss subcommittee recommendations for the Open Call for Art Projects. This revision follows a miscalculation in scores within the subcommittee's previous recommendation. The commission is asked to adopt a motion approving these recommendations for City Council consideration.

• Review of subcommittee’s revised recommendations for the Open Call for Art Projects
• Motion to approve revised art project recommendations for City Council consideration

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a permit for indoor cannabis cultivation and products at 115 Heron Way. The commission will also consider approving the April 6, 2022 meeting minutes and canceling the May 4, 2022 meeting.

• Public hearing for Commercial Cannabis Business Permit #21-07 at 115 Heron Way
• Approval of April 6, 2022 Planning Commission minutes
• Cancellation of the May 4, 2022 Planning Commission meeting

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will consider a contract to update the city office space at 1735 M Street. The council will also review budget modifications totaling $750,000 to cover fleet management fuel expenses. Other agenda items include ceremonial proclamations and a presentation from the County Sheriff.

• Contract with CORE Spaces and Design for 1735 M Street office updates up to $277,712.89
• $750,000 budget modification for fleet management vehicle fuel expenses
• Arbor Day and Lao New Year proclamations
• Sheriff’s Department presentation on the Trap and Release Program

The City Council appointed the law firm Lozano Smith as City Attorney effective immediately, with a one-year term and options to extend, at $250 per hour for up to 250 hours per month. The Council also approved accepting $4,420,000 in Homekey grant funds for housing, and approved a $1,025,000 youth jobs program with the County. A General Plan amendment and zone change for 8.5 acres at Bellevue Road and Barclay Way was approved (5-1), and the Council directed staff to proceed with the Main Street one-way pilot program, excluding the scramble crossing and adding bike-friendly measures.

• Appointed Lozano Smith as City Attorney (6-0, Perez absent)
• Approved $4,420,000 Homekey grant acceptance and appropriation
• Approved $1,025,000 youth jobs program with County of Merced
• Approved General Plan Amendment #21-03 and Zone Change #429 (5-1)
• Approved Main Street one-way pilot program direction (6-0)
• Approved $750,000 transfer for fleet fuel expenses (6-0)
• Approved $114,000 Donlee Pump Company contract (6-0)
• Approved $69,975 airport marketing agreement with Vela Strategic (6-0)

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

The provided agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific items for discussion or decision.

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will review and discuss submissions for the Open Call for Art Projects. The Commission intends to recommend submitted proposals to the City Council.

• Review and recommendation of proposals for the Open Call for Art Projects

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission reviewed and scored submissions from the Open Call for Art Projects. They voted to recommend the top five proposals to the City Council based on scores of 18-15, and resolved tie-breakers for same-score rankings. The recommendations will be forwarded to the City Council for consideration.

• Ranked top five proposals to City Council from scores of 18-15 (5-1)
• Ranked Glen Camarda first, Joel Aguilar second among score-17 proposals (6-0)
• Ranked Andrea Torres first, Karen McComb second among score-15 proposals (6-0)
• Adjourned special meeting (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Commission will review requests to vacate land easements at 851 W. Olive Avenue and 897 Lehigh Drive. These actions are proposed to accommodate the Merced Mall remodel project and provide access to a City bike path.

• Vacation of 15 easements at 851 W. Olive Avenue for Merced Mall expansion
• Vacation of bicycle path portion at 897 Lehigh Drive
• Approval of March 23, 2022, Planning Commission minutes
• Review of the Annual Attendance Report

The Merced Planning Commission unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included approving the March 23, 2022 minutes, adopting findings that two proposed vacations (a bike path portion at 897 Lehigh Drive and 15 easements in the Merced Mall parking lot) are consistent with the General Plan, and approving the annual attendance report. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned at 7:12 PM.

• Approved consent calendar (7-0)
• Approved minutes of March 23, 2022 (7-0)
• Adopted finding that Vacation #21-04 (bike path at 897 Lehigh Drive) is consistent with General Plan (7-0)
• Adopted finding that Vacation #21-05 (15 easements at Merced Mall, 851 W. Olive Ave) is consistent with General Plan (7-0)
• Approved Planning Commission Annual Attendance Report (7-0)

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The council will conduct closed session negotiations regarding the price and terms for properties on G Street and Mansionette Drive. The agenda also includes approving HUD grant allocations for community programs and reviewing recent city contracts.

• Real property negotiations for 3033 G Street
• Real property negotiations for Mansionette Drive and Yosemite Avenue
• $44,280 HUD CDBG agreement with Alliance for Community Transformations
• $56,412 HUD CDBG agreement with Harvest Time
• Review of March 2022 Public Works contracts under $76,875

The City Council adopted a Regional Housing Needs Allocation (RHNA) Unit Production Plan requiring new residential developments to include 12.5% affordable housing units, after a motion for 10% failed. The Council also expressed general support for the Yosemite Lake Village annexation application, approved several consent items including a software purchase increase and a property sale amendment, and adopted Ordinance 2538 amending City Council districts after an initial tie vote.

• Adopted RHNA Unit Production Plan with 12.5% affordable housing requirement (5-2)
• Expressed general support for Yosemite Lake Village annexation application (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2538 amending City Council districts (4-2)
• Approved increase in CDW-G spending authority from $180,000 to $300,000 (6-0)
• Approved Fourth Amendment to Valley Children's Healthcare property sale agreement (6-0)
• Approved CDBG subrecipient agreements with Alliance for Community Transformations ($44,280) and Harvest Time ($56,412)
• Approved waiver of competitive bidding for Dell computers/monitors purchase up to $60,000
• Expedited truck parking solutions discussion to next meeting (5-2)

Recreation & Parks Commission

The commission is reviewing the process for renaming the Black Box Theater within the Multicultural Arts Center. Members will also consider setting meeting dates for a subcommittee to develop a staff training catalogue focused on working with youth.

• Review of application to rename the Black Box Theater at the Multicultural Arts Center
• Setting meeting dates for a subcommittee to develop a Parks and Recreation staff training catalogue

Planning Commission

The Commission is considering land use and zoning changes for a 108-unit affordable housing development on the east side of Parsons Avenue. The agenda also includes permit requests for cannabis cultivation and distribution at 2777 N. Highway 59.

• General Plan Amendment and Zone Change for a 108-unit apartment complex on Parsons Avenue
• Density bonus request for the Parsons Avenue housing project
• Cannabis business permits for indoor cultivation and distribution at 2777 N. Highway 59
• Approval of March 9, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

The Planning Commission voted 6-0 to recommend City Council approval of a General Plan Amendment, Zone Change, and Density Bonus for a 108-unit affordable apartment complex on Parsons Avenue, and approved two commercial cannabis business permits for an existing building on Highway 59. All votes were unanimous with Chairperson Harris absent.

• Recommended approval of General Plan Amendment #22-02 and Zone Change #430 for 4.59 acres on Parsons Ave (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Environmental Review #22-14 (Mitigated Negative Declaration) (6-0)
• Recommended approval of Density Bonus #22-01 for the 108-unit affordable housing project (6-0)
• Approved Commercial Cannabis Business Permits #21-01 and #21-06 for 2777 N. Highway 59, Bldg. D (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes of March 9, 2022 (6-0)

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The Merced City Council, along with the Public Finance and Economic Development Authority and Parking Authority, will hold closed sessions regarding public employment for the City Attorney and existing litigation. The meeting also includes several ceremonial recognitions for local individuals and organizations.

• Closed session discussion regarding City Attorney employment
• Legal conference regarding James Lodwick v. City of Merced litigation
• Swearing-in ceremony for Fire Engineer Tom Sletto and Fire Marshall Manuel Abeyta
• Recognition of boxer Rene “Hulk” Martinez
• Proclamation honoring Golden Valley Health Centers’ 50th Anniversary

The City Council introduced Ordinance 2538 amending City Council district boundaries on a 4-3 vote, with Council Members Echevarria, Perez, and Ornelas dissenting. The Council also expressed general support (6-1, Ornelas opposed) for a preliminary annexation application by Robert and Kimber Lee Rogina for 151 acres of mixed-use development at G Street and Old Lake Road. In other actions, the Council approved a $170,000 supplemental appropriation for Ada Givens Pool rehabilitation using Measure Y funds, and voted 4-3 to continue allowing one-minute voicemail public comments at meetings.

• Introduced Ordinance 2538 amending City Council district boundaries (4-3)
• Expressed general support for Rogina preliminary annexation application #21-03 (6-1)
• Approved $170,000 supplemental appropriation for Ada Givens Pool rehabilitation (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including waivers for public works purchases up to $230,000 (7-0)
• Approved first amendment to MASO sports officiating agreement adding $8,640 (7-0)
• Approved piggybacking on County of Riverside Microsoft licensing agreement up to $215,202 (7-0)
• Approved Housing Successor Agency Annual Compliance Report FY 2020-21 (7-0)
• Approved amended Resolution for Public Facilities Impact Fee Administrative Policy A-32 (7-0)

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will review and discuss submissions for the Open Call for Art Projects. The commission intends to make recommendations on these proposals to the City Council. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the January 20, 2022, meeting.

• Review and recommendation of Open Call for Art Projects submissions
• Approval of January 20, 2022, meeting minutes

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved the January 20, 2022 minutes and selected a subcommittee to rank submitted art project proposals for recommendation to the City Council. The subcommittee will hold a special meeting to bring back rankings. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of January 20, 2022 (6-0)
• Selected subcommittee of Morgante, Saini, Zaragoza, and Garner to rank art proposals (6-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal to change land use at Bellevue Road and Barclay Way to allow for single-family homes. The Commission also addressed cannabis business permits for 2777 N. Highway 59, which the applicant requested be continued to March 23, 2022.

• Zone change and General Plan amendment at Bellevue Road and Barclay Way
• Commercial cannabis business permits for 2777 N. Highway 59
• Approval of February 9, 2022, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council is considering a contract with Park Planet to replace playground equipment at Little Angels. The agenda also includes an agreement for the Merced County Technical Rescue Team and ceremonial recognitions.

• $627,205.94 contract with Park Planet for Little Angels playground replacement
• Approval of Memorandum of Understanding for the Merced County Technical Rescue Team
• Recognition of the Merced Skimmers Youth Swim Team
• Proclamation of National Women’s Day
• Notification of February 2022 public and non-public works contracts

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

The Board will hold a hearing regarding a continued compliance order for 161 W 22nd Street. The meeting also includes the election of a Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson and a review of the Annual Attendance Report.

• Compliance order hearing for 161 W 22nd Street (2220 I Street) regarding May 5, 2021 violations
• Election of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson
• Review of the Annual Attendance Report
• Approval of February 3, 2022, meeting minutes

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The Commission will review a draft proclamation for Bike Month and discuss potential activities to recommend to the City Council. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the December 14, 2021, meeting. Staff will provide engineering and informational reports.

• Review of draft Bike Month Proclamation
• Approval of December 14, 2021, meeting minutes
• Engineering report on current projects

Recreation & Parks Commission

The commission will receive an update on replacing playground equipment at McNamara, Fahrens, and Neighborhood Parks. Members will also discuss forming a subcommittee to develop a staff training catalogue. Additionally, the commission will consider adding quarterly reports from service providers to future agendas.

• Update on replacement of playground equipment at McNamara, Fahrens, and Neighborhood Parks
• Proposal for an ad hoc subcommittee to develop a staff training catalogue
• Consideration of adding quarterly reports from contracted providers to the agenda
• Upcoming events including Arbor Day Tree Planting at Applegate Park

University Vista EIR

The City of Merced is holding a scoping meeting regarding the University Vista EIR. The agenda covers the project overview, the CEQA process, and the preliminary scope of the environmental report.

• Project overview
• CEQA overview
• Preliminary EIR scope
• EIR process and schedule

University Vista EIR

The City of Merced is holding a scoping meeting regarding the University Vista EIR. The agenda includes an overview of the project, the CEQA process, and the preliminary EIR scope and schedule.

• University Vista EIR scoping
• CEQA process overview
• Preliminary EIR scope and schedule

Planning Commission

The provided document contains only procedural boilerplate and does not list any specific agenda items for discussion or decision.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The meeting includes a closed session for legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation. The council will also conduct several ceremonial recognitions and approve previous meeting minutes.

• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation
• Proclamation for Teen Dating Violence Awareness and Prevention Month
• Recognition of Albion SC Boys Soccer Team
• Recognition of Golden Valley High School Wrestling Team
• Approval of January 18, 2022 meeting minutes

The City Council approved the mid-year budget review, including $13,276,362 in supplemental appropriations and budget amendments, and added/deleted several staff positions. It also voted to reinstate water shut-off notices beginning July 1, 2022, allowing residents up to 24 months to pay delinquent accounts. The council adopted Resolution 2022-11 to continue hybrid meetings and selected Council Members Ornelas and Perez to attend the One Voice trip to Washington DC.

• Approved mid-year budget amendments totaling $13,276,362, including supplemental appropriations and position changes.
• Approved reinstating water shut-off notices starting July 1, 2022, with a 24-month payment plan for delinquent accounts.
• Adopted Resolution 2022-11 to continue hybrid public meetings under AB 361.
• Selected Council Members Ornelas and Perez to attend the One Voice delegation to Washington DC.
• Approved the consent agenda, including purchase of a Type 6 fire engine for $256,779.99 and three fleet vehicles.
• Adopted Ordinance 2537 updating the Public Facilities Financing Plan and Impact Fee Program.
• Approved contract amendments with O'Dell Engineering and Advanced Mobility Group, each up to $1,500,000.
• Approved a $155,460.36 contingency increase for the N Street Improvements project to close it out.

Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission

The agenda contains only the meeting title and date, with no listed items for discussion or decision. This appears to be a procedural placeholder with no substantive business scheduled.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council is conducting a special strategic planning session to discuss municipal goals and priorities. The discussion covers various departments, including public safety, economic development, housing, and parks and recreation. This item is for discussion only.

• Discussion on city goals related to public safety and economic development
• Review of priorities for housing, homelessness, and city beautification
• Policy discussion regarding parks and recreation

The City Council held a strategic planning session to discuss its goals and priorities for the upcoming year. The discussion covered public safety, downtown improvements, industrial development, youth investment, boards and commissions, park improvements, homeless support, housing issues, a citywide Community Facilities District, graffiti abatement, and city art projects. No formal decisions were made; the session was for discussion only. The meeting adjourned at 12:37 PM.

• Held a strategic planning session to discuss City Council goals and priorities for FY 2021/22.
• Discussed public safety priorities including traffic and public relations.
• Discussed downtown priorities including safety, blight, parking, and development.
• Discussed industrial development, investment in youth, City boards and commissions, and park improvements.
• Discussed partnerships for homeless support and homeless encampments.
• Discussed housing issues including regional housing trust, rent prices, and potential rental registration.
• Discussed a citywide Community Facilities District for lighting and landscaping.
• Adjourned the meeting at 12:37 PM.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

This meeting agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and instructions for public participation. No specific legislative actions, contracts, or ordinances are listed for discussion or decision.

The City Council held its yearly Town Hall Meeting, during which no formal decisions were made. The meeting consisted of opening comments, public comment on topics such as affordable housing, police conduct, and construction apprenticeships, and closing remarks. The meeting adjourned at 8:02 PM.

• Adjourned Town Hall Meeting (6-0)

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

This meeting agenda for the Merced City Council and associated authorities consists of procedural boilerplate. It outlines instructions for public comment, virtual participation, and meeting logistics. No specific legislative or administrative items are listed for discussion or decision.

The City Council held its annual Town Hall meeting, which included public comments on topics such as traffic safety, affordable housing, and public safety. No formal decisions, approvals, or votes on substantive matters were taken during the meeting; the only action was adjournment.

• Adjourned the Town Hall meeting (6-0, with 1 absent)

Planning Commission

The commission will consider a conditional use permit for a food truck at 99 E. Donna Drive. Members will also vote to cancel the February 23, 2022, meeting and approve January minutes.

• Food truck permit for Marco’s Tacos at 99 E. Donna Drive
• Cancellation of the February 23, 2022, Planning Commission meeting
• Approval of January 19, 2022, meeting minutes

Tax Transparency Commission

The Tax Transparency Commission will review revenue and expense reports for Measure Y and Measure C as of December 31, 2021. The meeting also includes a discussion on next steps for the Measure C extension and updates on street projects using Measure C funding.

• Discussion on next steps for Measure C extension
• Update on street projects using Measure C funding
• Measure Y revenue and expense reports as of December 31, 2021
• Measure C revenue and expense reports as of December 31, 2021
• Approval of November 9, 2021 meeting minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will meet in closed session to discuss the initiation of new litigation and anticipated litigation for the Northern Portion of the Arbor Walkway. The agenda also includes ceremonial recognations and a report on January 2022 contracts.

• Initiation of litigation (Item 22-070)
• Anticipated litigation regarding the Northern Portion of the Arbor Walkway (Item 22-114)
• Existing litigation, City of Merced v. Trivedi, et al (Item 22-116)
• Black History Month proclamation (Item 22-097)
• January 2022 contract notifications under $34,000 and $76,875 (Item 22-098)

The City Council held a public hearing and voted 7-0 to introduce Ordinance 2537, which updates the Public Facilities Financing Plan and Impact Fee Program and repeals park dedication fees, and adopted Resolution 2022-07 amending the administrative policy for those fees. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a zone change for four parcels on Q Street, and continued the redistricting public hearing to March 7, 2022. A motion to release the names of those who submitted redistricting maps failed 3-4.

• Introduced Ordinance 2537 updating Public Facilities Impact Fees and repealing park fees (7-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-07 amending Administrative Policy A-32 for impact fees (7-0)
• Approved consent agenda including zone change #428 for 565, 575, 601, 609 Q Street (7-0)
• Approved street closure for El Mercado farmers market on five dates in 2022 (7-0)
• Approved signing authority resolutions for City, PFA, and Parking Authority bank accounts (7-0)
• Approved $155,927.76 agreement with Horizon Distributors for irrigation controllers (7-0)
• Approved $54,600 purchase of VHF radios for Fire Department with grant funds (7-0)
• Failed motion to release names of redistricting map submitters (3-4)

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

The Board will hold a hearing regarding a failure to comply with a May 5, 2021, compliance order at 161 W 22nd Street. The City is seeking an administrative order to correct violations and collect penalties and costs. The Board will also consider approving the minutes from the January 6, 2022, meeting.

• Compliance order hearing for 161 W 22nd Street (2220 I Street)
• Approval of January 6, 2022, meeting minutes

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Recreation & Parks Commission will receive an introduction of the new Parks and Recreation Director. Staff will also provide departmental updates. This item is for information only and requires no action.

• Introduction of New Parks and Recreation Director
• Department updates from staff

Recreation & Parks Commission

The Commission will receive an introduction of the new Parks and Recreation Director. Staff will also provide departmental updates. This item is for information only and requires no action.

• Introduction of New Parks and Recreation Director
• Department updates from staff

Redistricting Advisory Committee

The committee will hold a public hearing to receive a staff report regarding the redistricting process and the criteria used to review submitted draft maps. This information is intended to help the committee make recommendations to the City Council. The agenda also includes the adoption of minutes from the December 1, 2021 meeting.

• Public hearing on redistricting process and map review criteria
• Adoption of December 1, 2021, meeting minutes

Arts and Culture Advisory Commission

The Commission will discuss the potential creation of a Downtown Arts and Culture District and review current arts policy. Staff will also provide information regarding the allocation of funds for graffiti abatement. The body will also consider approving minutes from the November 18, 2021 meeting.

• Discussion on the potential Downtown Arts and Culture District
• Review of current Arts Policy
• Information on fund allocation for graffiti abatement
• Approval of November 18, 2021, meeting minutes

The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission approved the minutes from its November 18, 2021 meeting. The commission also received an information-only update from City Manager Stephanie Dietz on the potential Downtown Arts and Culture District, the current Arts Policy, and graffiti abatement funding. No formal action was taken on the update, and no items were added to a future agenda.

• Approved November 18, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a request to develop a new charter school and pre-school at 350 W. Yosemite Avenue. The commission will also consider an amendment to subdivide approximately 21.5 acres into 14 lots at the corner of Yosemite Avenue and G Street.

• Proposed charter school and pre-school at 350 W. Yosemite Avenue
• Subdivision of 21.5 acres into 14 lots at Yosemite Avenue and G Street
• Approval of December 8, 2021, Planning Commission minutes

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The City Council will discuss labor negotiations with AFSCME Council 57 and IAFF Local 1479 during closed session. The council will also consider a Measure V Regional Funding Agreement for the Mission Avenue Widening Project.

• Measure V Regional Funding Agreement for the Mission Avenue Widening Project Study Report Equivalent Document
• Labor negotiations with AFSCME Council 57
• Labor negotiations with IAFF Local 1479
• Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including grants, contracts, and agreements, and separately approved a zone change for four parcels on Q Street. It also authorized moving forward with a Downtown Property Based Improvement District petition and declared a local emergency due to the Omicron surge. Several items were discussed without formal action, including ARPA stimulus program details and impact fee updates.

• Approved consent agenda (6-0)
• Approved $639,449 CMAQ grant for sidewalk construction (6-0)
• Approved CDBG subrecipient agreements: Sierra Saving Grace ($500,000) and Merced Rescue Mission ($400,000) (6-0)
• Approved zone change #428 at 565-609 Q Street from R-1-6 to R-3-2/UR (6-0)
• Authorized distribution of petition packets for Downtown Property Based Improvement District (6-0)
• Authorized local emergency proclamation due to Omicron surge (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2022-04 for hybrid meetings (6-0)
• Placed Laura Fountain restoration on Feb 7, 2022 agenda (6-0)

Redistricting Workshop

The provided agenda is a notice for a redistricting workshop. No specific items, motions, or discussion topics are listed in the document.

Building & Housing Board of Appeals

The Board will conduct a compliance order hearing regarding the property at 161 W 22nd Street (2220 I Street). The City is seeking an administrative order to correct violations and collect penalties, costs, and restitution. Additionally, the Board will consider approving minutes from the September 2, 2021 meeting.

• Compliance Order Hearing for 161 W 22nd Street (2220 I Street)
• Approval of Building and Housing Board of Appeals Minutes from September 2, 2021

Planning Commission

This is a procedural-only agenda with no substantive items listed for discussion or decision. The document contains only the meeting header and a print date, so there is nothing concrete for residents to track.

City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority

The council will review December 2021 contracts and approve previous meeting minutes. The agenda also includes a resolution to update pay ranges for lifeguards and recreation staff to comply with state minimum wage requirements.

• Resolution to amend pay ranges for Lifeguard I, II, Pool Manager, and recreation staff
• Review of December 2021 Non-Public Works contracts under $34,000
• Review of December 2021 Public Works contracts under $76,875
• Proclamation for National Slavery and Human Trafficking Prevention Month
• Proclamation for Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Day of Service

The City Council approved a density bonus and regulatory agreement with Mercy Village L.P. for a 66-unit apartment complex at 3015 Park Avenue, including 65 permanent supportive housing units. The council also approved a consent agenda covering contracts for tree services, sidewalk construction, police equipment, and other purchases. Several items were pulled for separate votes, with Council Member Ornelas voting against the San Jose Sharks sponsorship, bomb robot purchase, and police motorcycle purchases.

• Approved density bonus and regulatory agreement for 66-unit affordable housing complex at 3015 Park Avenue (6-0)
• Approved $315,000 tree pruning/removal contract with West Coast Arborists (6-0)
• Approved $208,602 tree services contract for community facilities districts (6-0)
• Approved $651,016.50 sidewalk construction bid to Mid Cal Pipeline & Utilities (6-0)
• Approved $83,250 San Jose Sharks sponsorship for Teal Top Court at Applegate Park (5-1)
• Approved $196,448.21 purchase of Caliber Flex Bomb Robot (5-1)
• Approved $29,368.83 each for three police motorcycles from Herwaldt Motorsports (5-1)
• Approved $500,000 mobile incident communication vehicle purchase (5-1)