Modesto public meetings in 2024

Board of Building Appeals

The December 26, 2024 regular meeting of the Modesto Board of Building Appeals has been canceled because there were no items to hear. The next meeting is scheduled for January 23, 2024.

• No items to hear; meeting canceled

Entertainment Commission

The December 19, 2024, meeting of the Modesto Entertainment Commission has no discussion items, new or unfinished business, or staff reports. The agenda consists solely of routine procedural items (roll call, minutes, public comment) and is considered procedural boilerplate.

Blight Abatement Advisory Committee

The committee will consider old business including future planning of events, and new business including recommending two applicants for vacant positions, approving edits to the BAAC Bylaws, and providing feedback on the final draft of the City's Blight Abatement Strategy presented by the City Manager's Office. Consent items include approval of minutes from the October 2024 meeting.

• Approval of minutes from October 17, 2024 (consent item)
• Discussion and direction on future planning of committee events
• Motion to recommend two applicants for vacant BAAC positions to the Appointments Committee
• Motion to approve edits to the BAAC Bylaws and recommend changes to Safety & Communities Committee
• Provide feedback on final draft of the City's Blight Abatement Strategy

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The Disabled Access Appeals Board regular meeting scheduled for December 19, 2024 has been cancelled because there were no items to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of items.

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will elect a chair and vice chair for the 2025 calendar year and establish an ad hoc committee to prepare the board's 2024 annual report. Members will also discuss a proposed calendar of topics for 2025. Staff reports include an update from the Independent Police Auditor and a response to the 2023 annual report from the Police Chief.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for the 2025 calendar year
• Establishment of the Community Police Review Board Annual Report 2024 Ad Hoc Committee
• Discussion of Calendar of Topics 2025
• Independent Police Auditor Update (Stephen Connolly, OIR Group)
• Response to CPRB Annual Report 2023 (Chief Brandon Gillespie, MPD)

The Community Police Review Board approved the November 20, 2024 meeting minutes and excused Member Damrell's absence. The board formed an ad hoc committee for the 2024 Annual Report, with members Beasley-Day, Smith, and Chairman Hawn. The election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2025 was postponed to the next meeting per bylaws. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved excusing Member Damrell's absence (8-0)
• Approved November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (8-0)
• Postponed election of 2025 Chair and Vice Chair to next meeting (8-0)
• Established 2024 Annual Report Ad Hoc Committee with Beasley-Day, Smith, Hawn

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a special meeting on December 19, 2024, to handle routine administrative business. They will vote on approving the 2025 meeting calendar, elect a chair and vice chair, and adopt a resolution of appreciation for departing board member Blom. No public hearings or zoning cases are on the agenda.

• Approval of minutes from September 26, 2024 meeting
• Approval of 2025 meeting calendar
• Election of chair
• Election of vice chair
• Resolution of appreciation for board member Blom

The Board of Zoning Adjustment held a special meeting with four members present. It approved the 2025 meeting calendar, elected Board Member Goriel as chairperson and Board Member Vohra as vice chairperson for 2025, and presented a resolution of appreciation to outgoing member Gary Blom. No public hearings or substantive zoning decisions were held.

• Approved minutes of September 26, 2024 meeting (4-0)
• Approved 2025 Meeting Calendar (4-0)
• Elected Goriel as 2025 Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Vohra as 2025 Vice Chairperson (4-0)
• Presented Resolution 2024-05 honoring Gary Blom for 8 years of service

Equity Commission

The Modesto Equity Commission is meeting to consider requests for attendance forms and a new practice roll-out for all city boards and commissions. They will also request a report from the Fire Department on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) training. Additionally, the commission will discuss amendments to its bylaws.

• Request for attendance forms and new practice roll-out for all city boards/commissions
• Request report from Fire Department on DEI Training
• By-Law discussion to revise commission rules

The Modesto Equity Commission approved the November 18, 2024 meeting minutes unanimously. The commission discussed attendance form practices, a request for a Fire Department DEI training report, and by-laws, but took no other formal actions. Commissioner Austin Grant resigned effective December 16, 2024.

• Approved November 18, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Discussed attendance form communications and new practice roll-out
• Discussed request for Fire Department DEI training report
• Discussed by-laws

Landmark Preservation Commission

This meeting of the Modesto Landmark Preservation Commission contains only procedural boilerplate, including ADA notices and the next meeting date. No specific decisions, proposals, or discussions are listed on this agenda. The commission is scheduled to next meet on January 27, 2025, at 1:00 pm.

• Meeting location: Room 3001, 1010 10th Street, Modesto
• Next meeting scheduled for January 27, 2025, at 1:00 pm at the same location
• ADA accommodation notice and contact information for the Commission Secretary

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee will consider approving minutes from the November 14 meeting, appointing a member to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee for a four-year term ending December 31, 2028, and receive an informational presentation on the annual Point in Time Count. Public comment will be accepted in person, via email, Zoom, or phone.

• Approve minutes from November 14, 2024 meeting
• Appoint a CH&CDC member to the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee for a term ending December 31, 2028
• Informational presentation on the annual Point in Time Count

The committee approved the minutes from the November 14, 2024 meeting and appointed Margie Johnson as its representative on the Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee for a four-year term ending December 31, 2028. The appointment will be forwarded to the City Council for final approval. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of November 14, 2024 meeting (4-0, with two abstentions)
• Appointed Margie Johnson to Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee for term ending Dec 31, 2028 (6-0)

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The Commission will discuss a request to lock the Neece Drive Boat Launch gates from dusk until dawn to prevent illegal activity and vandalism. The body will also receive updates on various park infrastructure projects and operating budgets.

• Discussion on closing Neece Drive Boat Launch gates from dusk to dawn
• Update on TRRP River Pavilion and Learning Theater bids (City Council consideration Dec 3)
• Update on TRRP B Picnic Area Renovation and Restroom Replacement bids (City Council consideration Dec 10)
• Status update on Carpenter Road Area (Bellenita) Soccer Fields construction
• Review of FY23-24 4th Quarter and FY24-25 1st Quarter operating budgets

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission approved a motion to have staff coordinate a plan to close the Neece Drive Boat Launch gates from dawn to dusk for the next six months due to security issues. The commission also approved the minutes of the June 13, 2024 meeting. Staff provided updates on various projects, including the Carpenter Road soccer fields and the River Pavilion, but no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved motion to coordinate plan for Neece Drive Boat Launch gate closure from dawn to dusk for six months (3-0)
• Approved minutes of June 13, 2024 meeting (3-0)

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss the Modesto Minds Matter Project. The agenda also includes presentations from Mayor Sue Zwahlen and the Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department.

• Discussion of the Modesto Minds Matter Project
• City Insight presentation by Mayor Sue Zwahlen
• City Insight presentation by Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department
• Approval of November 13, 2024 meeting minutes

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee meeting scheduled for December 5, 2024, was cancelled. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate and no items for decision or discussion.

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission agenda for December 5, 2024, contains only procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, and public comment. No discussion items, new business, unfinished business, or staff reports are scheduled. The meeting is largely a formality with no decisions or proposals on the agenda.

Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission

The commission will hear an update on Measure L transportation sales tax funds collected and expended to date, review a quarterly project report, and consider allocating an additional $150,000 for Ethernet switches for traffic management. Also on the agenda: a presentation on pavement treatment types and a discussion of roles, responsibilities, and term limits for commission members.

• Update on Measure L fund collected and expended to date
• Quarterly report of Measure L projects
• Allocate an additional $150,000 for Ethernet Switches (Project 101581) for traffic management
• Pavement Treatment Types presentation
• Discussion of roles, responsibilities, and term limits for Measure L Transportation Sales Tax Commission members

The commission approved an additional $150,000 for the Ethernet Switches Project (101581) and recommended amending the ordinance to mirror Measure H Commission's roles, responsibilities, and term limits, with 1 member from each Council district plus 3 at large (9 total). Minutes from 9/5/2024 were approved. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved additional $150,000 for Ethernet Switches Project (9-0)
• Recommended ordinance amendment for roles, responsibilities, and term limits (8-1, Rego dissenting)
• Approved minutes of 9/5/2024 (8-0)

Board of Building Appeals

The meeting scheduled for November 28, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for December 26, 2024.

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission is meeting for routine procedural matters: roll call, approval of minutes, and a public comment period. No discussion items, new business, unfinished business, or staff reports are listed on the agenda. The meeting is essentially administrative with no substantive decisions or proposals.

Airport Advisory Committee

The Modesto Airport Advisory Committee will consider a request for excused absence, approve September meeting minutes, and receive updates on AAC appointed bodies. The manager's update covers grants, airfield maintenance projects, hangar vacancies, economic development, and minimum standards. Public comments will be heard. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• Request for excused absence for Jim McKay from September 19, 2024 meeting
• Approval of September 19, 2024 meeting minutes
• Update on AAC Appointed Bodies
• Manager's update on grants, airfield maintenance, hangar vacancies, economic development, and minimum standards
• Opportunity for public participation

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment is meeting on November 21, 2024, but the agenda contains only procedural information such as meeting location, accessibility notices, and the date of the next meeting. No specific applications, hearings, or decisions are listed in the provided agenda.

• No specific items noted in the agenda text; only procedural boilerplate.

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The November 21, 2024, regular meeting of the Disabled Access Appeals Board has been canceled because there were no items to consider. The next meeting is scheduled for December 19, 2024.

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior meeting minutes, receive updates on multiple park projects including soccer fields construction and upcoming contract awards, discuss the closure of the Neece Drive boat launch gate, and review the latest quarterly operating budgets. No final decisions are made at this advisory meeting; recommendations may be forwarded to the City Council.

• Consider approving minutes from the September 18, 2024 meeting
• Update on Carpenter Road soccer fields construction (started August 2024, completion expected March 2025)
• Discussion regarding Neece Drive Boat Launch Gate Closure
• River Pavilion and Learning Theater project bids opened Oct 15; City Council consideration scheduled Dec 3, 2024
• B Picnic Area Renovation and Restroom Replacement bids opened Nov 12; City Council consideration scheduled Dec 10, 2024

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will receive reports from course management firms BrightView and KemperSports, the First Tee program, and city staff. Staff will provide an update on the Dryden Golf Course clubhouse project and review the golf fund budget versus actuals. No votes or public hearings are scheduled; the meeting is informational.

• Dryden GC Clubhouse update – preliminary design, timeline, and groundbreaking
• Golf Fund Budget vs. Actual financial report
• BrightView course maintenance report
• KemperSports operations report
• First Tee program report

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will consider approving minutes from September and receive updates from the independent police auditor and a workshop on collective bargaining. No new business is scheduled; the meeting is largely procedural with reports and board discussion on policy goals.

• Consider approving September 18, 2024 meeting minutes (consent)
• Independent Police Auditor update from OIR Group
• Workshop on Collective Bargaining presented by staff/HR
• Board discussion on Policy Goal #8 (use of force), #1 (community relations), #3 (reduce youth arrests)
• Report out from NACOLE 2024 Conference by attendees

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will vote on a chair and vice chair for 2025, approve the 2025 meeting calendar, and review a list of building permits issued for landmark sites in October. The permit report includes one encroachment permit for sewer line repair at the Stockton Savings Bank, 1101 J Street. Consent items include approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes. No public hearings or new business are scheduled.

• Approval of October 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• Review of permit report: one encroachment permit issued for sewer line repair at Stockton Savings Bank (1101 J St)
• Approval of the 2025 Landmark Preservation Commission meeting calendar
• Election of chair for 2025
• Election of vice chair for 2025

Equity Commission

The Modesto Equity Commission will consider a request for a presentation from the fire department, focusing on updates to diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) training and barriers, as well as clarifying the community complaint process. The commission will also revisit the excused absence form to address unanswered questions. Reports from the chair and the CH&CDC will be presented, and public comment will be heard.

• Discuss request for fire department presentation on DEI training and barriers
• Seek clarity on the community complaint process
• Revisit excused absence form and address unaddressed questions
• Chair's report and CH&CDC report from Lindsey Bird and Jim Stokes
• Approval of minutes and oral communications/public comment

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee will consider approving the minutes from its October 2024 meeting and discuss a First Amendment to a loan agreement with the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority. The amendment would increase the Permanent Local Housing Allocation loan by $1,786,971, raising the total to $2,745,694 for the Vine Street Affordable Housing Project. The meeting also includes public comment and other procedural items.

• Approve minutes of the October 10, 2024 meeting
• Consider First Amendment to Permanent Local Housing Allocation Loan Agreement with Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority – increase loan by $1,786,971 to $2,745,694 for Vine Street Affordable Housing Project

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission will meet to elect a chair and vice chair for the 2024-2025 term and discuss the Modesto Minds Matter Project. They will also consider unfinished business, including a legal release form and subcommittees/initiatives for the term. Subcommittee reports and updates will be heard.

• Approval of minutes from October 9, 2024, meeting
• Discussion of legal release form for volunteers
• Election of chair and vice chair for 2024-2025 term
• Discussion of Modesto Minds Matter Project
• Reports from Outreach, Community Service, Social Media, DEI, and Leadership subcommittees

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission will consider a new Business Entertainment Permit for the Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority and renewal permits for Tiki Lounge, Crocodiles, and Splash Bar. A special event permit for The State Theater's 'Sinatra at the State' on December 5th is also up for discussion. The meeting includes approval of prior minutes and a staff report on previously approved event permits.

• New Business Entertainment Permit application from Stanislaus Regional Housing Authority (filed August 30, 2024)
• Renewal of Business Entertainment Permit for Tiki Lounge (filed August 9, 2024)
• Renewal of Business Entertainment Permit for Crocodiles (filed October 1, 2024)
• Renewal of Business Entertainment Permit for Splash Bar (filed September 23, 2024)
• New Special Event Permit for The State Theater: Sinatra at the State on December 5, 2024

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee will consider approving three homeowner rehabilitation loans and grants for health and safety repairs at specific properties. The agenda also includes approval of previous meeting minutes and public comment.

• Homeowner Rehabilitation Loan of $24,192 plus $6,048 grant for Rebecca Candelario at 509 Kirbys Mill Drive
• Loan of $21,280 plus $5,320 grant for Gabriel and Martha Arzola at 514 Sierra Drive
• Loan of $58,208 plus $10,000 grant for Lucille Stone at 3108 Rozanna Court, with an exception to the debt-to-income rule

Culture Commission

The Modesto Culture Commission will hold a regular meeting to discuss unfinished business including an update on the City Flag Redesign from the Youth Commission, and a presentation and Q&A from the City's Public Relations & Legislative Affairs Office. The commission will also receive reports on the DOMO overview, the 150th Mural Project RFP, and upcoming cultural events. No votes on ordinances or contracts are scheduled.

• City Flag Redesign – Youth Commission Update
• City of Modesto Public Relations & Legislative Affairs Office Presentation and Q&A
• DOMO Overview & Discussion with CEO Heidi Savage
• RFP – 150th Mural Project
• Landmark Preservation Committee Update

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will conduct civil penalty hearings to determine the future of properties at 1445 Sherwood Ave (Code Enforcement Case COD2023-01336) and 327 Linden St (Rental Safety Code Enforcement Case RCOD2023-02256). The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes, conflict declarations, and oral communications.

• Civil penalty hearing for property at 1445 Sherwood Ave, Modesto (Case COD2023-01336)
• Civil penalty hearing for property at 327 Linden St, Modesto (Case RCOD2023-02256)

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission meeting for October 21, 2024, has been cancelled. No decisions or discussions will take place.

Landmark Preservation Commission

The commission will introduce three new members appointed by the City Council to fill vacant seats. They will also review a building permit report for landmark sites from July 2021 through October 2024. No public hearings or major decisions are on the agenda.

• Introduction of new Commissioners Bonnie Acree, Mark Farrish, and Naramsen Goriel
• Review of building permits issued for Modesto Landmark Preservation Sites since July 2021
• Approval of minutes from the September 16, 2024 regular meeting

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Citizens Advisory Committee and Commission will meet to discuss a specific update to the park's master plan.

• Tuolumne River Regional Park Master Plan Update

Entertainment Commission

The Modesto Entertainment Commission is holding a regular meeting with a completely procedural agenda. No discussion items, new business, unfinished business, or staff reports are listed. The meeting will consist of roll call, approval of minutes, public comment, and adjournment.

Blight Abatement Advisory Committee

The Blight Abatement Advisory Committee is meeting primarily to discuss and provide direction on future committee events and opportunities. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no consent items or old business.

• Discussion and staff recommendation on future planning of committee events

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee and Commission met to review a proposed update to the Tuolumne River Regional Park Master Plan. The meeting was held at 1010 10th Street, Room 2001, Modesto, CA 95353. No decisions were listed on the agenda.

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The October 17, 2024, meeting of the Disabled Access Appeals Board was canceled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for November 21, 2024.

Measure H Oversight Board

The Measure H Oversight Board will consider approving the August 21, 2024 meeting minutes, then take up three new business items: final review of the board's bylaws with a recommendation to forward them to the City Council, review of the Measure H spending plan revenue and expenditure for the first quarter of FY 2024-25, and discussion of the board's annual written report. Future agenda items include a presentation of the annual financial report by external auditors and the second quarter spending plan report.

• Approve minutes from August 21, 2024 meeting
• Final review and recommendation of Measure H Oversight Board Bylaws to City Council
• Measure H Spending Plan Revenue and Expenditure FY 2024-25 First Quarter Report
• Measure H Oversight Board Annual Written Report Discussion
• Future agenda: Annual Financial Report by Vasquez + Company, LLP and Second Quarter Report

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee will consider two funding agreements for forwarding to the City Council: a $500,000 Affordable Housing Trust Fund with Stanislaus Equity Partners and a $450,000 Accessory Dwelling Unit Revolving Loan Fund with Valley First Credit Union. The committee will also approve minutes from the September 12, 2024 meeting.

• Agreement with Stanislaus Equity Partners for Affordable Housing Trust Fund not to exceed $500,000
• Agreement with Valley First Credit Union for ADU Revolving Loan Fund not to exceed $450,000
• Approval of minutes from September 12, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period for in-person and remote participants
• Both agreements require forwarding to City Council for final approval

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission meeting scheduled for October 9, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for December 11, 2024. No substantive items were discussed or decided.

Entertainment Commission

This is a procedural meeting with no discussion or business items listed. The agenda includes roll call, approval of minutes, and a public comment period, but no ordinances, contracts, or policy actions are scheduled for consideration.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee will consider approving three homeowner rehabilitation grants and loans for health and safety repairs at specific properties. The largest request is a combined $57,648 loan and $10,000 grant for Esther Sedillo at 222 Phillip Court. The committee will also vote on a $10,528 grant for Shabila Devi at 9 Schooner Lane and a $27,776 loan plus $6,944 grant for Linda Brochini at 526 Auburn Street. Consent items include approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Consider approving a $57,648 Homeowner Rehabilitation Loan and $10,000 grant to Esther Sedillo for repairs at 222 Phillip Court
• Consider approving a $27,776 Homeowner Rehabilitation Loan and $6,944 grant to Linda Brochini for repairs at 526 Auburn Street
• Consider approving a $10,528 Homeowner Rehabilitation Grant to Shabila Devi for repairs at 9 Schooner Lane
• Consider approving minutes from the August 1, 2024 meeting

Culture Commission

This is a regular meeting of the Modesto Culture Commission. They will discuss unfinished business including an update on the city flag redesign from the Youth Commission, postponed amended bylaws, and invitations to local organizations. New business includes a report on access to city artifacts and archives, a call for applications for the 2025 commission openings, and a request for proposals for the 150th Mural Project.

• City Flag Redesign – Youth Commission Update
• Amended Bylaws postponed to 2025
• Entry to Celebration of Lights Parade – December 7, 2024
• Access to city artifacts and archives report
• RFP for 150th Mural Project

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on a conditional use permit to reconstruct the Dryden Golf Course Clubhouse, parking lot, and outdoor event space at 920 Sunset Avenue. The original clubhouse was demolished after a 2020 fire. The board will also consider approval of the August 22, 2024 meeting minutes. No other new business or unfinished business is listed.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-24-002) to reconstruct the Dryden Golf Course Clubhouse at 920 Sunset Avenue, including parking lot and outdoor event space
• Project intended for golfing and non-golf social gatherings such as weddings and parties
• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes as a consent item

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will conduct civil penalty hearings regarding the future of two specific properties. The board will also discuss an upcoming permitting workshop.

• Civil Penalty Hearing for 1405 Woodside Dr (Case COD2022-02590)
• Civil Penalty Hearing for 500 7th Street (Case COD2021-70037)
• Discussion on upcoming Permitting workshop

Entertainment Commission

The Modesto Entertainment Commission will consider a new business entertainment permit for El Rodeo Bar & Grill, applied for on May 7, 2024. They will also consider a new special event permit for the Modesto Children's Museum's Imagination Celebration Fundraising Gala, applied for on August 20, 2024. The commission will hear a staff report on previously approved special event permits, including Catalina Wine Mixer, Cinco Fest, Bacon Fest, and the 54th Annual Parish. Public comment will be taken on these items.

• New Business Entertainment Permit application for El Rodeo Bar & Grill (filed May 7, 2024)
• New Special Event Permit application for Modesto Children's Museum's Imagination Celebration Fundraising Gala (filed August 20, 2024)
• Staff report on four special event permits approved since last meeting: Catalina Wine Mixer (SP017-2024), Cinco Fest (SP018-2024), Bacon Fest (SP019-2024), 54th Annual Parish (SP020-2024)
• No renewal business entertainment permits approved since last meeting
• Public comment period for agenda items

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to discuss manager updates regarding airfield maintenance, grants, and hangar vacancies. The body will also address a committee member vacancy and economic development.

• Airfield maintenance projects update
• Hangar vacancies report
• AAC member vacancy discussion
• Grants and economic development updates

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The regular meeting of the Disabled Access Appeals Board scheduled for September 19, 2024, was canceled due to lack of items to consider. The next meeting is set for October 17, 2024, at the same location.

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The September 18, 2024 meeting of the Modesto Golf Courses Advisory Committee was cancelled because a quorum of members was not present. No votes or public hearings occurred; the agenda items—including approval of minutes, reports from BrightView, KemperSports, First Tee, and a city staff update on the Dryden Clubhouse and financials—were not acted upon.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum; no decisions made
• Agenda included approval of amended January 2024 minutes and July 2024 minutes
• Reports from BrightView, KemperSports, and First Tee were scheduled but not heard
• City staff update on Dryden Clubhouse design and golf fund budget vs. actual was postponed

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will consider cancelling the October 16, 2024, meeting and receive updates from the Independent Police Auditor, a bias-based policing training overview, and information on the Racial & Identity Profiling Act (AB 953). The board will also approve minutes from the prior meeting.

• Consider cancelling the October 16, 2024, CPRB meeting
• Independent Police Auditor Update (OIR Group)
• Bias-Based Policing Training Overview (Lt. Brian Kleiber)
• Racial & Identity Profiling Act (AB 953) update
• Approve minutes from August 21, 2024, meeting

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee will review progress on various park infrastructure projects and receive reports from the Tuolumne River Trust and the Modesto Outdoor Recreation Alliance. The body will also consider approving minutes from the May 15, 2024, meeting.

• Bidding for TRRP River Pavilion and Learning Theater and TRRP B Picnic Area Renovation/Restroom Replacement in September 2024
• Construction of Carpenter Road Area (Bellenita) Soccer Fields began August 2024
• TRRP B Parking Lot Improvements completed July 2024
• Proposed 9-hole and 18-hole disc golf courses in the TRRP Legion Park Area
• Monitoring of Proposition 4 state bond for potential park and wildlife funding

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will meet to discuss next steps following a recap from the Appointments Committee. The body will also receive reports from several sub-committees, including Outreach and Leadership.

• Approval of August 12, 2024, meeting minutes
• Appointments Committee recap
• Outreach Sub-Committee report
• Community Service Sub-Committee report
• Social Media & Communications Sub-Committee report

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of a Mills Act historic property preservation agreement (Contract #13) for the State Theatre at 1307 J Street. The contract would provide property tax relief in exchange for restoration and maintenance of the historic theatre. The Commission's recommendation would then be forwarded to the City Council for final approval.

• Public hearing on Mills Act Contract #13 for State Theatre (1307 J Street)
• Approval of August 19, 2024 meeting minutes

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will discuss revisions to its bylaws, attendance policy, meeting start time, and excused absences. They will also review a draft of the commission's activity report. The meeting includes public comment and reports from the chair and the CH&CDC.

• Revisit Equity Commission bylaws
• Discuss attendance policy
• Discuss meeting start time
• Discuss excused absences
• Review draft of the Equity Commission activity report

The Equity Commission approved the July 15, 2024 meeting minutes and discussed several items, including the commission's history, an attendance policy, and a new excused absence form. The commission decided to keep its 5:00PM start time, with meetings beginning once quorum is reached. No other formal decisions were made.

• Approved July 15, 2024 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Kept 5:00PM meeting start time (discussion only)

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee is reviewing contract amendments for homelessness services and park maintenance. The committee will also consider the city's annual performance evaluation report for 2023-2024.

• Second Amendment to Downtown Streets Team agreement for park litter abatement and homelessness outreach: additional $350,000 (total not to exceed $700,000)
• First Amendment to Modesto Forward agreement with Modesto Gospel Mission for women and children's safe sleeping program: increase of $100,000 (total not to exceed $200,000)
• Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report for Program Year 2023-2024

The committee approved three items, all forwarded to the City Council. It approved a $350,000 increase for Downtown Streets Team's litter abatement program (total $700,000), a $100,000 increase for Modesto Gospel Mission's safe sleeping program for women and children (total $200,000), and the Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report for Program Year 2023-2024. The minutes for the August 8, 2024 meeting were also approved, though the action text references the June 13, 2024 meeting.

• Approved $350K increase for Downtown Streets Team litter abatement program, total $700K (9-0)
• Approved $100K increase for Modesto Gospel Mission safe sleeping program, total $200K (9-0)
• Approved Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report for 2023-2024 (8-0, Stokes recused)
• Approved minutes for August 8, 2024 meeting (3-0, five abstentions)

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The September 5, 2024 meeting of the City of Modesto's Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee was cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is October 3, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled – no items were discussed or decided

Entertainment Commission

The Modesto Entertainment Commission is meeting on September 5, 2024, for a routine session. The agenda includes only procedural items: roll call, approval of minutes, and a public comment period. No discussion, new business, unfinished business, staff reports, commissioner comments, or written communications are listed. No substantive decisions or proposals are scheduled for this meeting.

• Roll call and approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• No new business or unfinished business
• No staff reports or commissioner comments
• No written communications or late items

Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission

The commission will consider approving prior meeting minutes, receive updates on Measure L fund collections and project progress, and decide on allocating additional Measure L sales tax revenue for several street and traffic projects. The new business items propose additional funding for Scenic Drive Phase II ($2M), Orangeburg Avenue Phase II ($1M), Kansas Avenue Rehabilitation ($2M), Urban Pavement Preservation ($250K), Synchronize Traffic Signals Downtown ($45K), and the G and H Street Fiber Optic Project ($454K plus reallocations).

• Allocate additional $2,000,000 for Scenic Drive Phase II project
• Allocate additional $1,000,000 for Orangeburg Avenue Phase II project
• Allocate $2,000,000 for Kansas Avenue Rehabilitation project
• Allocate $250,000 for Urban Pavement Preservation Project Phase G
• Allocate additional $453,747 and reallocate funds for G and H Street Fiber Optic Project

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Service Facility. The proposal seeks to allow a maximum of six clients and one full-time on-site house manager in an existing single-family home.

• CUP-24-001: Conditional Use Permit for a Residential Service Facility at 1713 Radley Place submitted by Wanda Jones
• Approval of June 27, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will hold two civil penalty hearings on August 22, 2024, to determine the future of properties with code enforcement cases. The hearings address properties at 4017 Tierra Lago and 1433 Brannon Ave. The board will also approve minutes from the July 25 meeting and hear oral communications.

• Civil penalty hearing for property at 4017 Tierra Lago, Modesto, Case COD2024-00742
• Civil penalty hearing for property at 1433 Brannon Ave, Modesto, Case COD2022-00417
• Approval of minutes from July 25, 2024 regular meeting

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will consider approving its annual report for July through December 2023 and select topics for the remainder of 2024. The meeting includes reports on arrest demographics and an update from the Independent Police Auditor.

• Approval of CPRB Annual Report July 2023 – December 2023
• Review and approval of topics for September – December 2024
• Overview of adult and juvenile arrest demographics by Lt. Brian Kleiber
• Independent Police Auditor update from Stephen Connolly
• Discussion of policy goals regarding use of force, community relations, and youth arrests

Measure H Oversight Board

The Measure H Oversight Board will consider approving minutes from May 1, 2024, and will review the FY 2023-24 fourth quarter revenue and expenditure report for Measure H spending. Future agenda items include the first quarter report for FY 2024-25 and discussion of the annual written report.

• Approve minutes from the May 1, 2024 Measure H Oversight Board meeting
• Receive Measure H Spending Plan Revenue and Expenditure FY 2023-24 Fourth Quarter Report
• Future item: Measure H Spending Plan FY 2024-25 First Quarter Report
• Future item: Measure H Oversight Board Annual Written Report Discussion

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Modesto Landmark Preservation Commission will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 annual report as a consent item, discuss potential revisions to landmark designation fees, receive a historic permit report, and elect a vice chair. The annual report outlines future projects such as updating the historic resources survey and developing brochures. The July 15 meeting was cancelled due to lack of a quorum.

• Approve minutes of May 20, 2024, and the cancelled July 15, 2024 meeting
• Accept and recommend Fiscal Year 2023-2024 annual report to City Council
• Discuss potential adjustments to landmark designation fees to encourage applications
• Receive Historic Permit Report for review
• Elect Vice Chair from among commissioners

Equity Commission

The August 19, 2024 meeting of the Modesto Equity Commission has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided.

Blight Abatement Advisory Committee

The Blight Abatement Advisory Committee will discuss updates to the Modesto Mo' Beautiful campaign and logo, and plan for a National Cleanup Day event on September 21. Other agenda items include recruitment of new members and future planning. No consent items or old business are on the agenda.

• Modesto Mo' Beautiful campaign and logo update
• National Cleanup Day event on Sept. 21, 8 am to 12 pm
• New recruitment of committee members
• Future planning discussion

Disabled Access Appeals Board

This regular meeting of the Disabled Access Appeals Board was canceled because there were no items to consider. The next meeting is scheduled for September 19, 2024.

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission is meeting to consider a new business entertainment permit application. The body will also note a permit issued for a recurring special event.

• New Business Entertainment Permit application from The Boardroom (applied June 4, 2024)
• Issued recurring event permit #SP017-2024 for Catalina Wine Mixer (issued August 7, 2024)

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission on August 14, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for October 9, 2024.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will consider approving minutes from June 12, 2024, and discuss next steps including application deadlines, appointments committee, and meeting location. Subcommittees will provide updates on outreach, community service, social media, diversity/equity/inclusion, and leadership.

• Approval of minutes from June 12, 2024, meeting
• Discussion of Youth Commission Next Steps: application deadline, appointments committee, meeting location
• Updates from Outreach, Community Service, Social Media & Communications, Diversity/Equity/Inclusion, and Leadership subcommittees
• City Reports and Commissioner Communications and Updates

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizens Housing and Community Development Committee will review a first amendment to an agreement with Stanislaus County Affordable Housing Corporation, increasing funding by $394,640 for bridge housing support, and a memorandum of understanding with Modesto Gospel Mission to operate the project and provide client services for three years. Consent items include approving minutes from the June 13, 2024 meeting.

• First Amendment to agreement with StanCo for bridge housing: increase $394,640 to new total $469,640
• Memorandum of Understanding with Modesto Gospel Mission to operate and provide client services for 3 years
• Approval of minutes from June 13, 2024 meeting (consent item)

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission is meeting to review new and renewal applications for Business Entertainment Permits. The body will also note permits already issued to My Mimosas and Bodega 57.

• New permit applications: Papapolloni Bistro, Nine3One, and 1010 Entertainment LLC
• Renewal permit applications: The Palladium and The State Theatre
• Issued renewal permits: My Mimosas (#B008-2024) and Bodega 57 (#B009-2024)

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee will meet to discuss financial assistance for two residential properties. The body is considering a grant for health and safety repairs and a loan deferral for a homeowner.

• Proposed $25,000 Homeowner Rehabilitation Grant for 3836 Waimea Lane
• Proposed loan modification and 20-year zero percent interest rate deferral for 209 Locust Street
• Approval of June 6, 2024, meeting minutes

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The agenda contains only procedural and administrative items. No specific decisions, hearings, or proposals are listed for this meeting. The next meeting is scheduled for August 22, 2024.

Board of Building Appeals

The Modesto Board of Building Appeals will hold civil penalty hearings to determine the future of properties at 3925 Gatesville Ave, 1117 Grantland Ct, and 4017 Tierra Lago, plus an appeals hearing for 110 Santa Barbara. The board will also elect chair and vice-chair officers.

• Civil penalty hearing for property at 3925 Gatesville Ave (Case COD2022-01925)
• Civil penalty hearing for property at 1117 Grantland Ct (Case COD2023-01869)
• Civil penalty hearing for property at 4017 Tierra Lago (Case COD2024-00742)
• Appeals hearing for property at 110 Santa Barbara (Case COD2024-01647)
• Annual election of chair and vice-chair officers

Airport Advisory Committee

The Modesto Airport Advisory Committee will meet to approve prior minutes, discuss old business including a DOT inspection update and a committee member vacancy, and introduce a new manager. The manager's update covers grants, airfield maintenance projects, hangar vacancies, and economic development. Public participation is allowed.

• DOT inspection update
• AAC member vacancy
• New manager introduction
• Grants and airfield maintenance projects update
• Hangar vacancies and economic development discussion

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The Disabled Access Appeals Board regular meeting scheduled for July 18, 2024, has been canceled because there were no items to consider. The next regular meeting is set for August 15, 2024.

Entertainment Commission

The July 18, 2024 meeting of the Modesto Entertainment Commission has been cancelled. No business items, public hearings, or decisions will be conducted. The agenda was posted on July 16, 2024 but subsequently cancelled.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were considered

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The Modesto Golf Courses Advisory Committee will discuss new members, a second amendment to the BrightView/KemperSports agreement, and receive reports from vendors and city staff, including an update on the Dryden Golf Course clubhouse project and financials. The committee may take action on the agreement amendment.

• New GCAC members Evan Yoshino (Member-At-Large) and Martin Montez (Youth Member-At-Large)
• BrightView/KemperSports Agreement – 2nd Amendment
• Dryden GC Clubhouse update with timeline
• Golf Fund Budget vs. Actual financial report
• Security subcommittee report (from previous meeting) on vandalism, lighting, and signage at Dryden

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The July 17, 2024 meeting of the Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee has been cancelled. No items will be discussed or decided. The next meeting is scheduled for September 18, 2024.

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will discuss its draft annual report covering July–December 2023, receive an update from the Independent Police Auditor, and review the 2024 calendar of topics. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the May 15, 2024 meeting.

• Discussion of CPRB Draft Annual Report (July 2023 – December 2023)
• Independent Police Auditor update from OIR Group (Stephen Connolly)
• Revisiting Calendar of Topics 2024
• Approval of meeting minutes from May 15, 2024
• Board comments on Policy Goal #8 (use of force), #1 (community relations), #3 (youth arrests)

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Commission is meeting to discuss the current fee schedule for landmark preservation and review the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Report. The body will consider staff reports on fees related to the Mills Act and landmark designations.

• Review of Mills Act fee: $1,946.00
• Review of Demolish or Designate Landmark fee: $1,952.00
• Review of Alter or Renovate Landmark fee: $1,480.00
• Approval of Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Annual Report
• Approval of May 20, 2024 meeting minutes

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will meet to discuss commission reports and new business. The primary agenda item is a presentation on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) by Human Resources Director Christina Alger.

• DEI presentation by Human Resources Director Christina Alger

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The July 11, 2024, meeting of the Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 8, 2024.

Entertainment Commission

The agenda for the July 4, 2024, Modesto Entertainment Commission meeting contains only procedural items. There are no discussion topics, new business, or staff reports listed in the provided text.

• No substantive business items are listed.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee meeting scheduled for July 4, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on August 1, 2024.

• No agenda items were scheduled due to the cancellation

Culture Commission

The commission will receive updates on the Poet Laureate selection and the 150 Mural RFP. Members will also discuss 2024 goals and priorities and review committee reports.

• Poet Laureate Selection update
• Modesto’s 150 Mural RFP & Mural Master Plan update
• Nature Panel Project update
• 2024 Goals & Priorities discussion
• Bylaws Update

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board will hold a public hearing regarding a permit for a parking lot in a residential zone to support an adjacent gas station. The proposal includes building a convenience store and reducing landscape setbacks near neighboring homes.

• Conditional Use Permit (CUP-23-005) for a parking lot at 1414 Tuolumne Blvd
• Development of a 2,322 square foot convenience store and 1,148 square foot fuel canopy
• Request to reduce landscape setbacks from 10 feet to as low as 6 feet for certain spaces
• Requirement for an 8-foot decorative masonry wall along the eastern property line

Board of Building Appeals

The June 27, 2024, meeting of the Modesto Board of Building Appeals was canceled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for July 25, 2024.

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The regular meeting of the Modesto Disabled Access Appeals Board scheduled for June 20, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for July 18, 2024.

Community Police Review Board

The June 19, 2024, meeting of the Community Police Review Board has been cancelled. The next regularly scheduled meeting is set for July 17, 2024, at 5:30 PM.

Equity Commission

The commission will discuss which report to focus on drafting for the Modesto City Council. The meeting includes a Brown Act presentation and a CH&CDC report from Jim Stokes. New commissioners will also be introduced.

• Discussion on the reporting process to Modesto City Council
• Staff presentation on the Brown Act
• CH&CDC report from Jim Stokes
• Introduction of new commissioners

Landmark Preservation Commission

The scheduled meeting for the Modesto Landmark Preservation Commission on June 17, 2024, was cancelled due to LAC. No items were presented for decision or discussion.

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The TRRP Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget. The meeting includes a recommendation for $130,000 in additional funding for the Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project. Staff will also provide updates on several ongoing park projects.

• Approval of TRRP Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
• $130,000 in additional funding for Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project
• Updates on various projects including Neece Drive Boat Launch and Riverwalk

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The committee will consider accepting a $831,356 Permanent Local Housing Allocation grant award for the city. Members will also discuss amending the Section 6 Policy for the Housing Rehabilitation Program.

• Acceptance of $831,356 Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Fourth Year grant award
• Amendment to the Section 6 Policy of the HUD Policies & Procedures Manual
• Approval of April 11, 2024, meeting minutes

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission meeting scheduled for June 12, 2024, has been cancelled. A special commission meeting has been rescheduled for Thursday, June 13, at 11:00 a.m. in Room 2005.

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission will meet on June 12, 2024. The agenda includes presentations from the Utilities, Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods, and Public Relations departments, as well as a discussion regarding amended bylaws.

• Approval of May 8, 2024 minutes
• Amended bylaws discussion
• Utilities Department presentation
• Parks, Recreation and Neighborhoods Department presentation
• Public Relations Department presentation

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee will meet to consider two loan modifications involving zero percent interest rates and 20-year terms. The committee will also review the minutes from the May 2, 2024, meeting.

• Loan modification for 1434 Baywood Drive at a zero percent interest rate and 20-year term
• Loan modification for 209 Locust Street to forgive accrued interest and start a 20-year, zero percent interest term
• Approval of May 2, 2024, meeting minutes

Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission

The commission will review the FY 22/23 Measure L Single Audit Report. Staff will also provide updates on Measure L fund expenditures and project reports. The meeting includes updates regarding CMAQ, STBG, and ATP grant applications.

• FY 22/23 Measure L Single Audit Report
• Update on Measure L funds collected and expended
• Quarterly report of Measure L projects
• Update on CMAQ, STBG, and ATP grant applications
• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission is reviewing a change of ownership application for Bodega 57. The commission also noted recently issued business permit renewals and a recurring event permit.

• Bodega 57 change of ownership application
• Culici Town permit renewal (#B001-2024)
• Assyrian Social Hall permit renewal (#B003-2024)
• Graffiti Classic recurring event permit (#SP014-2024)

Culture Commission

The regular meeting of the Modesto Culture Commission scheduled for June 5, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 3, 2024.

Culture Commission

The commission will review the Poet Laureate selection process and receive an update on the Modesto Mural Master Plan and RFP. The meeting also includes reviews of 2024 goals and reports from the Landmark Preservation Committee and City Bird Liaison.

• Poet Laureate Selection
• Modesto’s 150 Mural RFP & Modesto Mural Master Plan update
• Approval of May 1, 2024, meeting minutes
• Landmark Preservation Committee Member Update
• City Bird Liaison Update

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Modesto Board of Zoning Adjustment will hold a public hearing on VAR-24-001, a request by Vertical Bridge for a variance to build a 65-foot camouflaged monopole cellular tower at 3000 Prescott Road, exceeding the 50-foot height limit in the Low-Density Residential zone. Staff recommends approval, finding the height necessary to close a coverage gap. The board will also elect its Chair and Vice Chair for 2024 and approve prior meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on VAR-24-001: 65-foot camouflaged monopine cellular tower at 3000 Prescott Road, submitted by Vertical Bridge
• Variance would exceed the 50-foot maximum height for camouflaged towers in R-1 zone
• Staff recommends granting the variance, citing coverage gap and co-location benefits
• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Approval of minutes from October 26, 2023 meeting

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals will hold civil penalty hearings to determine the future of two properties: 1015 7th Street (case COD2024-01567) and 149 Coyado Ave (case COD2022-00530, an update). The board will also approve minutes from June 22, 2023 and September 28, 2023 meetings and take public comments.

• Civil penalty hearing for 1015 7th Street, Modesto CA 95354 (case COD2024-01567)
• Civil penalty hearing update for 149 Coyado Ave, Modesto CA 95356 (case COD2022-00530)
• Approval of minutes from June 22, 2023 and September 28, 2023 meetings

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will discuss how to design community surveys and polls to ensure data is representative of all Modesto residents. The body will also discuss the reporting process from the commission to the Modesto City Council.

• Discussion of equitable community survey and poll components
• Discussion on the report process to the Modesto City Council
• Staff report on current City of Modesto Boards & Commissions and appointed members
• Chair's report regarding Salary Setting Commission Letter and Modesto Bee article

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will review preservation-related fees and discuss how to proceed with Mills Act contract monitoring, including whether to pursue nonrenewal for Landmark 42. The meeting also includes approval of prior minutes and public comment.

• Discussion of Mills Act contract monitoring, including potential nonrenewal for Landmark 42 (Guzman Residence at 215 Stoddard Avenue)
• Review of preservation fees: Mills Act $1,946, Demolish/Designate Landmark $1,952, Alter/Renovate Landmark $1,480
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024, and cancelled April 15, 2024 meeting
• No public hearings or new business scheduled

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The Modesto Disabled Access Appeals Board canceled its May 16, 2024, regular meeting due to a lack of agenda items. No business was discussed or decided at this session. The board will hold its next regular meeting on June 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in Conference Room 2008 at City Hall.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of items
• Next meeting scheduled for June 20, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will meet to review the March 21, 2024 minutes and receive a manager's update. The update includes discussions regarding grants, airfield maintenance projects, hangar vacancies, and economic development.

• Manager’s Update: Grants
• Manager’s Update: Airfield Maintenance Projects
• Manager’s Update: Hangar Vacancies
• Manager’s Update: Economic Development

Entertainment Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, new business, or staff reports are listed for this meeting.

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The committee planned to discuss the Dryden GC Clubhouse timeline and golf fund financials. The agenda also included reviewing new member applicants and reports from BrightView, KemperSports, and First Tee. This meeting was cancelled due to no quorum.

• Dryden GC Clubhouse update timeline
• Golf Fund Budget vs. Actual financials
• BrightView/KemperSports Agreement 2nd Amendment
• New committee applicants Evan Yoshino and Martin Montez
• Reports from BrightView, KemperSports, and First Tee

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will consider accepting the Modesto Police Department's response report to the 12 recommendations from the 2023 Independent Police Auditor. The board will also receive an update from the Independent Police Auditor and hear a use-of-force policy overview with 2023 statistics from MPD. No new business is on the agenda.

• MPD response report to 12 recommendations from OIR Group's 2023 audit
• Independent Police Auditor update from Stephen Connolly of OIR Group
• Use of Force Policy Overview and MPD Use of Force Statistics for 2023
• Modesto Police Department Response Report to 2023 Independent Police Auditor's Annual Report
• Approval of minutes from April 17, 2024 meeting

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The committee is reviewing a recommendation to provide an additional $130,000 for the Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project. This request follows a rebidding process where the lowest bid was 5.54% above the engineer's estimate. If recommended, the proposal will be forwarded to the TRRP Commission for approval.

• $130,000 additional funding request for Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project
• Update on construction completion and ribbon cutting for TRRP Neece Drive Boat Launch
• Review of the FY23-24 3rd Quarter Operating Budget
• Updates on various TRRP project designs and construction timelines

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee meeting scheduled for May 9, 2024, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled to be held on June 13, 2024.

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The committee will consider accepting a $831,356 Permanent Local Housing Allocation grant award. Members will also review an amendment to the Housing Rehabilitation Program policy. Both items are being considered for forwarding to the City Council.

• Acceptance of $831,356 PLHA Fourth Year grant award
• Amendment to Section 6 Policy (Housing Rehabilitation Program)
• Approval of April 11, 2024 meeting minutes

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The TRRP Commission will review the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget and consider recommending $130,000 in additional funding for the Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project. The meeting also includes updates on current projects and clean-up efforts.

• Approval of March 6, 2004, meeting minutes
• Review of TRRP Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Operating Budget
• $130,000 funding recommendation for Carpenter Road Area Soccer Complex, Phase 2 Project
• Update on the 9-2-99 Clean-Ups

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission is meeting to hear presentations from the Finance and Human Resources departments and to prepare for a City Council presentation. The agenda also includes approval of April meeting minutes, subcommittee updates, and public comment. No major decisions or proposals are listed.

• City presentations from Finance Department and Human Resources Department
• Council Presentation Preparation
• Approval of April 10, 2024, meeting minutes
• Subcommittee updates: Outreach, Community Service, Social Media, DEI, Leadership

Entertainment Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, new business, or staff reports are listed for this meeting.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee will consider a grant for health and safety repairs at a specific Modesto property. The body will also receive informational presentations on program policies and a loan fund report.

• Proposed $25,000 Homeowner Rehabilitation Grant to Jesus and Aida Gomez for 1500 Held Drive Space 2
• Informational presentation on Section 6 Homeowner Rehabilitation Program Policies and Procedures
• Informational presentation on the Revolving Loan Fund Report

Measure H Oversight Board

The Measure H Oversight Board will consider approving the minutes from its January 17, 2024 meeting and receive two staff presentations: the third quarter revenue and expenditure report for Measure H, and an update on the Fiscal Year 2024-25 Measure H spending plan. No votes are scheduled on the reports themselves; they are informational items.

• Approve minutes from January 17, 2024 meeting
• Q3 Measure H revenue and expenditure report (presentation)
• FY 2024-25 Measure H spending plan update (presentation)

Culture Commission

The commission is reviewing unfinished business regarding a 150th Mural RFP and the Modesto Mural Master Plan. The meeting also includes discussion of Poet Laureate applications and updates on landmark preservation and city bird liaison reports.

• Modesto’s 150 Mural RFP & Modesto Mural Master Plan
• Landmark Preservation Commission presentation
• Poet Laureate Applications
• Landmark Preservation Committee Member Nomination
• City Bird Liaison Update

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals regular meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024, has been canceled due to lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for May 23, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of items
• Next meeting set for May 23, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in Basement Room B300, Tenth Street Place, 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment is holding its regular meeting on April 25, 2024. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate—meeting logistics, posting notices, and ADA accessibility information—with no substantive items listed for decision or discussion.

• Next meeting scheduled for May 23, 2024, at 10:00 a.m. in Chambers, 1010 Tenth Street

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will discuss a communications report to ensure diverse applicants for city board and committee vacancies. The body will also consider whether to schedule a formal presentation on the Brown Act.

• Discussion on communications report regarding diversity of applicants for board and committee vacancies
• Discussion on potential formal presentation regarding the Brown Act
• Report on observations from the 4/15/24 Budget Workshop
• Staff report on current City of Modesto Boards & Commissions and appointed members

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The regular meeting of the Modesto Disabled Access Appeals Board scheduled for April 18, 2024, was canceled due to a lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for May 16, 2024.

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission will meet to consider a Special Event Permit application for a Cinco De Mayo celebration. The event is organized by 18Seventy Brewing Co.

• Special Event Permit application for Cinco De Mayo by 18Seventy Brewing Co. scheduled for May 04, 2024

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Commission will review current landmark preservation application fees and discuss the implementation of annual inspections for properties under Mills Act contracts. Staff is also seeking guidance on whether to pursue contract nonrenewal for Landmark 42 at 215 Stoddard Avenue due to owner non-compliance.

• Landmark Preservation Fee: $1,946.00 (Mills Act)
• Landmark Preservation Fee: $1,952.00 (Demolish or Designate Landmark)
• Landmark Preservation Fee: $1,480.00 (Alter or Renovate Landmark)
• Contract nonrenewal discussion for Landmark 42, Guzman Residence at 215 Stoddard Avenue

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The committee will review an informational presentation on the Bridge Housing Initiative. Members will also consider a grant for homeless prevention and the approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan. These items are being presented for consideration before forwarding to the City Council.

• Modesto Forward Grant up to $360,000 to Community Housing and Shelter Services for homeless prevention
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Annual Action Plan
• Acceptance of the 2024-2025 Annual HUD Allocation of approximately $2,875,518
• Presentation regarding the City of Modesto Bridge Housing Initiative

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission will hold a second public hearing and consider approving its initial recommendations to raise the mayor's salary to $54,000/year and councilmembers' salaries to $30,000/year. Current salaries have not increased since 2008. The commission will also vote on minutes from its April 5, 2024 meeting.

• Second hearing on initial recommendations to increase mayor salary from $43,200 to $54,000/year
• Second hearing on initial recommendations to increase councilmember salary from $24,000 to $30,000/year
• Consider approving minutes from April 5, 2024 meeting
• Public comment period with 3-minute time limit per speaker

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission will consider amended bylaws, hear presentations from the Public Works and Engineering Services departments, and receive a city flag update. The meeting also includes subcommittee reports and public comment.

• Amended Bylaws (unfinished business)
• City Presentations – Public Works Department, Engineering Services Department
• City Flag Update
• Approval of minutes from March 13, 2024 meeting
• Subcommittee reports (Outreach, Community Service, Social Media, DEI, Leadership)

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The April 10, 2024, Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission meeting is cancelled due to lack of quorum. No items will be discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission will vote to elect a new Vice Chairperson. The body is also considering several special event permit applications for community festivals and car shows. Staff will report on permits already approved since March 21, 2024.

• DOMO First Fridays: Monthly events April to October 2024 on 10th Street
• Parkview Auto Show: April 27, 2024, at 901 W. Rumble Rd.
• 3rd Annual Somar Music Festival & Car Show: April 28, 2024, on 10th Street
• Stanislaus Sheriff Posse Car Show: May 11, 2024, at 1601 Coffee Rd.
• Election of a new Vice Chairperson

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee is meeting to review funding requests for health and safety home repairs. The body will consider two specific applications that require exceptions to the program's debt-to-income rules.

• Proposed $16,531 loan and $4,133 grant for 905 Annabelle Ave
• Proposed $51,320 loan and $10,000 grant for 1414 Locke Road
• Approval of March 7, 2024, meeting minutes

Culture Commission

The Culture Commission will consider approving the minutes of the March 6, 2024 meeting and discuss the RFP for the Modesto 150th Mural Update. They will also hear new staff introductions, set 2024 goals and priorities, and receive updates on the Landmark Preservation Committee and City Bird Liaison. The meeting is open to the public with a three-minute comment period per speaker.

• RFP for the Modesto 150th Mural Update
• Approval of March 6, 2024 meeting minutes
• 2024 Goals and Priorities discussion
• Landmark Preservation Committee Member Nomination and Update
• City Bird Liaison Update

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee will review a status update on multiple park projects, hear reports from community groups, and consider approving the Fiscal Year 2024-2025 operating budget to forward to the TRRP Commission.

• FY 2024-2025 Operating Budget: Proposed total expenses of $924,163 and revenue of $664,675; staff recommends approval for forwarding to the TRRP Commission
• Neece Drive Boat Launch construction expected to complete by end of April 2024
• Carpenter Road Area (Bellenita) Soccer Fields contract terminated; bids due April 16 with a delayed summer 2024 start
• Security cameras at TRRP funded by City of Modesto ARPA funds, with installation targeting spring 2024
• Mancini Park Playground and Picnic Area Renovation projects target fall 2024 construction starts using CIP and ARPA funds

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals regular meeting scheduled for March 28, 2024, was canceled because not enough members were present to form a quorum. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 25, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting set for April 25, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in Basement Room B300, Tenth Street Place, 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment is holding a scheduled meeting on March 28, 2024, but the agenda contains no specific items for decision or discussion. The document only includes procedural notices about the meeting location, accessibility, and how to obtain copies of the agenda. The next meeting is set for April 25, 2024.

• No public hearing items listed on the agenda
• Meeting at 10:00 a.m. in Basement Chambers, 1010 Tenth Street
• Next meeting scheduled for April 25, 2024
• ADA accommodations available by contacting the Board Secretary at (209) 577-5267

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission is meeting to discuss salary recommendations for the City of Modesto's councilmembers and mayor, and to consider reviewing its timeline. The agenda includes public comment and unfinished business items, with no final decisions listed.

• Discussion of salary recommendations for City Councilmembers
• Discussion of salary recommendations for the Mayor
• Consider reviewing the Citizens' Salary Setting Commission Timeline

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission will discuss salary recommendations for the City of Modesto councilmembers and mayor. The commission will also consider approving minutes from its March 15, 2024 meeting and review its timeline.

• Discussion of salary recommendations for City Councilmembers
• Discussion of salary recommendations for the Mayor
• Consider approving minutes from March 15, 2024 meeting
• Review of the commission's timeline

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee will consider updates to airport rates and fees, fill vacancies on the committee, and discuss Jetexe Aviation. The manager will also report on grants, airfield maintenance projects, hangar vacancies, and economic development.

• Rates and Fees discussion
• AAC Vacancies
• Jetexe Aviation item
• Grants update
• Airfield Maintenance Projects

Disabled Access Appeals Board

This agenda contains only procedural notices and confirms that the March 21, 2024 meeting was canceled due to a lack of items. No cases, rezonings, or public hearings were scheduled for discussion. The board will reconvene on April 18, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in Conference Room 2008 at City Hall.

• Procedural notice only: meeting canceled due to lack of items
• Next scheduled meeting: April 18, 2024, at 4:00 p.m.

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission will elect a new Chairperson to fill a vacancy. The body will also consider a Special Event Permit application for Funbox Modesto.

• Election of a new Chairperson following the term expiration of Carlos Yazmon
• Special Event Permit application for Funbox Modesto organized by Kopeck, Inc. (March 1, 2024 to May 26, 2024)
• Report of approved permits for St. Patrick’s Celebration at P. Wexford’s Pub
• Report of approved permits for St. Patrick’s Day Party at The Twisted Pig

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The Modesto Golf Courses Advisory Committee will review financial statements for municipal golf funds through December 2023, comparing budgeted amounts against actual revenues and expenditures. Staff and operators BrightView, KemperSports, and First Tee will provide operational updates, including progress on the Dryden GC Clubhouse. The committee will also formally recognize two new members. No ordinances, fee changes, or binding votes are listed for this session.

• Review of Golf Fund budget versus actual through Dec 31, 2023 (Total revenues $1,496,391; total expenditures $1,883,968)
• Updates from BrightView, KemperSports, First Tee, and City Staff on course operations
• Dryden GC Clubhouse progress update
• Induction of new members Karen Adams and Nancy Norton

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will consider accepting the first annual report from the Independent Police Auditor, OIR Group, covering July–December 2023. The report reviews completed MPD investigations into use of force, misconduct allegations, and critical incidents. The board will also discuss forming an ad hoc committee for its own annual report.

• OIR Group annual report on MPD investigations July–December 2023
• Proposal to establish Community Police Review Board Annual Report Ad Hoc Committee
• Approval of minutes from February 21, 2024 meeting
• Board policy goal updates on Use of Force, Improve Relations, Reduce Youth Arrests

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The scheduled March 20, 2024, meeting of the Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee has been cancelled. A special meeting is instead scheduled for April 3, 2024.

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission will discuss two items: the current landmark preservation fees and the monitoring of Mills Act contracts. No public hearings are scheduled. The commission may provide recommendations on fees and direction on contract enforcement, including potential nonrenewal for Landmark 42.

• Review of preservation fees: Mills Act $1,946, Demolish/Designate Landmark $1,952, Alter/Renovate Landmark $1,480
• Discussion of Mills Act contract monitoring process, including annual inspections
• Potential nonrenewal of Mills Act contract for Landmark 42 (Guzman Residence, 215 Stoddard Avenue) due to non-compliance
• Approval of minutes from February 26, 2024 meeting

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will review a draft letter to the Salary Setting Committee regarding access to elected positions. The body will also receive updates on filling two commission vacancies and discuss the commission's influence on city business.

• Draft letter to Salary Setting Committee regarding equitable access to elected positions
• Staff report on filling two Equity Commission vacancies
• Discussion on the commission's function and levers of influence on city business

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission will discuss and review the methodology for determining salaries for Modesto City Councilmembers and the Mayor. They will also consider approving minutes from the previous meeting and review the commission's timeline. This follows a prior meeting where additional data was requested, including expense reports and organizational charts.

• Consider approving minutes from the March 8, 2024 meeting
• Further discussion and review of methodology for Councilmember salaries
• Further discussion and review of methodology for Mayor salaries
• Review of the Citizens' Salary Setting Commission Timeline

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The committee will hear informational presentations regarding available community services from the Center for Human Services and a notice of funding availability for public services. The committee will also consider approving minutes from the January 11, 2024 meeting.

• Approval of January 11, 2024, meeting minutes
• Presentation on community services by Center for Human Services
• Presentation regarding City of Modesto Public Services Notice of Funding Availability

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission is meeting to hear presentations from the Community, Economic and Development and IT departments, and to discuss subcommittee involvement and assignments for upcoming city events. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the February 14, 2024 meeting, with no update on amended bylaws.

• City Presentations – Community, Economic and Development and IT departments
• Subcommittee involvement and assignments for upcoming City events
• Approval of minutes from February 14, 2024 meeting
• No update on Amended Bylaws

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission will meet to continue its discussion on the methodology for determining salaries for Modesto City Councilmembers and the Mayor, following up on prior requests for additional data. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from its March 4, 2024 meeting and review its timeline. This is a working session focused on refining the salary-setting process.

• Consider approving minutes from March 4, 2024 meeting
• Further discussion on methodology for Councilmember salaries
• Further discussion on methodology for Mayor salary
• Review of Citizens' Salary Setting Commission Timeline

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee is meeting to review funding requests for health and safety home repairs. The body will also receive an update on funding possibilities for mobile and modular home projects on owned land.

• Proposed $25,000 grant to Paul and Ruth Wallace for 1200 S. Carpenter Road Space 8
• Proposed $31,002 loan and $7,750 grant to Robin Sheehy for 1409 Salvador Drive
• Staff update on funding for mobile/modular home projects on owned land

Citizens’ Transportation Sales Tax Commission

The Citizens' Transportation Sales Tax Commission will review Measure L fund updates and consider several project allocations, including $5,000,000 for the 9th and I Street Corridor Improvement Project, additional funds for grant applications, and reallocating funds for Ethernet switches. The meeting includes public comment and consent items.

• Allocate $5,000,000 in FY 24/25 for 9th and I Street Corridor Improvement Project
• Approve $50,000 additional for Cycle 7 Active Transportation Program grant application
• Approve $2,000,000 Measure L match for Claus Road Corridor Improvement Project grant
• Approve $800,000 Measure L match for College and Bowen Roundabout Project grant
• Reallocate $370,410 and $180,051 to purchase Ethernet switches

Entertainment Commission

The Entertainment Commission is meeting to conduct routine business. The primary item is a staff report on entertainment permits approved by the Permit Administrator since November 7, 2019.

• Report of Entertainment Permits approved since November 7, 2019

Culture Commission

The Culture Commission will discuss developing a Request for Proposals for a mural commemorating Modesto's 150th anniversary, to be painted on the 10th Street Parking Garage. The commission will also hear Audubon Society proposals regarding the yellow-billed magpie, elect a chair and vice chair for 2024, and receive new city staff introductions.

• Development of an RFP for the Modesto 150th Mural
• Audubon Society Proposals for the Yellow-Billed Magpie
• Establish Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• New City Staff Introductions
• Landmark Preservation Committee Member Nomination and Update

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens' Salary Setting Commission will elect a chair and vice-chair, consider approving prior meeting minutes, and discuss the methodology for determining salaries for the Modesto City Councilmembers and Mayor. The commission will also consider rescheduling a future meeting.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for the Commission
• Consider approving minutes from the February 23, 2024 meeting
• Discussion of methodology for determining City Councilmember salaries
• Discussion of methodology for determining Mayor's salary
• Consider rescheduling the March 28, 2024 meeting

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Landmark Preservation Commission is meeting to approve minutes from January 22, 2024, and discuss the 2022-2023 annual report. No public hearings are scheduled. The meeting is open to the public, with written comments accepted via email.

• Approval of minutes from January 22, 2024 regular meeting
• Discussion of 2022-2023 annual report
• No public hearings scheduled
• Public comment accepted via email to planning@modestogov.com

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission is meeting to discuss recommendations for the Salary Setting Committee regarding mayor and council member compensation. The goal is to increase equitable access to elected positions. The commission will also discuss its function and influence on city business.

• Draft recommendations for the Salary Setting Committee regarding elected position compensation
• Staff report on City Charter language for mayor and council member compensation
• Discussion on the commission's function and levers of influence on city business

Citizen's Salary Setting Commission

The Citizens Salary Setting Commission will hold an orientation for new members covering the Brown Act, then discuss information needed to review salaries for the Modesto mayor and councilmembers, review the 2024 timeline, and set future meeting dates and locations. The commission is tasked with recommending compensation for elected officials every two years.

• Orientation for new members on the Brown Act by the City Attorney
• Discussion of information necessary for reviewing salaries of the Mayor and Councilmembers
• Review of the 2024 timeline for the salary-setting process
• Discussion of calendar and locations for future commission meetings

Board of Building Appeals

The February 22, 2024 regular meeting of the Board of Building Appeals is canceled because there are no items to consider. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of items
• Next meeting scheduled for March 28, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in Basement Room B300, Tenth Street Place, 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto

Board of Zoning Adjustment

The Board of Zoning Adjustment is meeting to consider zoning matters, though the agenda lists no specific items, only procedural details. The next meeting is scheduled for March 28, 2024.

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will discuss and set its 2024 calendar of topics, receive an update from the Independent Police Auditor (OIR Group), and hear a presentation on polygraph services. The board will also consider approving minutes from the January 17, 2024 meeting.

• Calendar of Topics 2024 discussion
• Independent Police Auditor update from OIR Group
• Polygraph services presentation by Mansfield, Lierly, and Associates
• Approval of January 17, 2024 meeting minutes

Entertainment Commission

The meeting consists primarily of procedural boilerplate. The Commission will receive a staff report on entertainment permits approved by the Permit Administrator since November 7, 2019.

• Staff report of Entertainment Permits approved since November 7, 2019

Tuolumne River Regional Park Joint Powers Authority Commission

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Commission meeting scheduled for February 14, 2024, is cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of quorum.

Youth Commission

The Youth Commission will review proposed revisions to its bylaws and receive presentations from Modesto Charter Offices. The meeting also includes reports from various sub-committees and the approval of previous meeting minutes.

• Discussion of amended bylaws
• City presentations from Modesto Charter Offices
• Approval of December 13, 2023, meeting minutes
• Sub-committee reports from Outreach, Community Service, Social Media, DEI, and Leadership

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The scheduled meeting for February 8, 2024, has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 14, 2024, at 12:00 PM in Conference Room 3555/3772.

Culture Commission

The Culture Commission will discuss developing a request for proposals for a mural commemorating Modesto's 150th anniversary, to be painted on the 10th Street Parking Garage. The commission will also hear a project proposal from Commissioner Bedford, new city staff introductions, and proposals from the Audubon Society regarding the yellow-billed magpie. Consent items include approving minutes from the December 6, 2023 meeting.

• Development of an RFP for the Modesto 150th Mural
• Project Proposal: Commissioner Bedford
• New City Staff Introductions
• Audubon Society Proposals for the Yellow-Billed Magpie
• Landmark Preservation Committee Member Nomination and Update

Entertainment Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, new business, or unfinished business are listed for this meeting.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee meeting scheduled for February 1, 2024, was cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for March 7, 2024.

Board of Building Appeals

The Board of Building Appeals regular meeting scheduled for January 25, 2024, was canceled due to lack of items. The next meeting is scheduled for February 22, 2024, at 4:00 p.m. in the same location.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of items
• Next meeting: February 22, 2024, 4:00 p.m., Basement Room B300, Tenth Street Place, 1010 Tenth Street, Modesto

Landmark Preservation Commission

The Modesto Landmark Preservation Commission is holding a regular meeting with no public hearings or consent items. The main business is electing a chair and vice chair for 2024, approving the 2024 meeting calendar for the commission and related boards, and introducing new members. The agenda is otherwise procedural, including roll call, minutes approval, and public comment opportunities.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair for 2024
• Approve PC, BZA, & LPC Meeting Calendar for 2024
• Introduction of New Members
• Approval of minutes from April 18, 2022 meeting

Equity Commission

The Equity Commission will receive a staff presentation regarding the use of funds from Measure H. The body will also discuss its influence on city business and suggest future presentations.

• City of Modesto presentation on Measure H use of funds
• Discussion on the commission's function and levers of influence on city business
• Suggestions for future meeting presentations

Disabled Access Appeals Board

The January 18, 2024, meeting of the Modesto Disabled Access Appeals Board was canceled due to a lack of items on the agenda.

Entertainment Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, new business, or unfinished business are listed for this meeting.

Airport Advisory Committee

The Modesto City-County Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to approve minutes from November 16, 2023, and discuss new business including the annual report and committee vacancies. The manager will provide updates on grants, airfield maintenance projects, hangar vacancies, and economic development. Public comments are invited.

• Approval of November 16, 2023 meeting minutes
• Discussion of annual report
• Discussion of AAC vacancies
• Manager's update on grants, airfield maintenance, hangar vacancies, and economic development

Golf Courses Advisory Committee

The Golf Course Advisory Committee will review the preliminary design for the Dryden Clubhouse and discuss the BrightView/Kemper agreement extension. The meeting also includes updates on the $1 per Round Project funding and golf fund financials.

• Dryden Clubhouse preliminary design discussion
• BrightView/Kemper Agreement extension review
• $1 per Round Project funding information
• Election of Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Review of Golf Fund Budget vs. Actual financials

Measure H Oversight Board

The Measure H Oversight Board will hear the annual financial report for Measure H for the year ended June 30, 2023, from external auditors, and receive the second quarter revenue and expenditure report. The board will also consider approving the minutes from the October 18, 2023 meeting. This is a regular oversight meeting focused on financial reporting.

• Presentation of Annual Financial Report for Measure H for year ended June 30, 2023, by Vasquez + Company, LLP
• Measure H Spending Plan Revenue and Expenditure Second Quarter Report
• Consider approving minutes from October 18, 2023 meeting
• Future agenda item: Third Quarter Report

Community Police Review Board

The Community Police Review Board will hear a presentation from Vice Chair Solorio on the 2023 NACOLE conference, covering principles of civilian oversight. The board will also receive an update from the Independent Police Auditor and a presentation from the Modesto Police Department on department demographics and efforts to increase diversity. Consent items include approval of the December 21, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Presentation on 2023 NACOLE Conference by Vice Chair Solorio
• Independent Police Auditor update from Stephen Connolly of OIR Group
• Department Demographics Overview and diversity efforts by Lt. Joseph Bottoms
• Approval of minutes from the December 21, 2023, meeting

Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee

The Tuolumne River Regional Park Citizens Advisory Committee will review audited financial statements for Fiscal Year 2022-2023. The committee will also hold elections for Chair and Vice Chair for 2024 and receive updates on various park projects.

• Acceptance of FY 2022-2/3 audited financial statements by Vasquez + Company, LLP
• Election of 2024 Committee Chair and Vice Chair
• Update on Neece Drive Boat Launch construction completion expected in Spring 2024
• Report on $2,743,117 increase to Net Position from American Legion Hall fire insurance recoveries
• Update on Carpenter Road Area soccer fields rebid scheduled for February

Citizen's Housing and Community Development Committee (CH&CDC)

The Citizen’s Housing and Community Development Committee will review an application for the Encampment Resolution Funding Program. The meeting also includes an informational presentation from the Community Health and Assistance Team (CHAT).

• Approval of November 09, 2023, meeting minutes
• Informational presentation from Modesto’s Community Health and Assistance Team (CHAT)
• Consideration of Encampment Resolution Funding Program Application for Council approval

Youth Commission

The Modesto Youth Commission is meeting to consider approving the December 13, 2023 minutes, discuss amended bylaws, and hear presentations from the Modesto Utilities Department and Fire Department. Subcommittees will also report on outreach, community service, social media, diversity, and leadership activities.

• Approval of minutes from December 13, 2023 meeting
• Discussion of amended bylaws
• Presentation from Modesto Utilities Department
• Presentation from Modesto Fire Department
• Reports from five subcommittees

Entertainment Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific discussion items, new business, or unfinished business are listed for this meeting.

Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee (HRLC)

The Housing Rehabilitation Loan Committee is meeting to review a funding request for residential health and safety repairs. The body will also receive a report on rehabilitation projects completed during 2023.

• Proposed $105,332 Homeowner Rehabilitation Loan and $10,000 Homeowner Rehabilitation Grant for Charles Mark Matteri at 1710 Idylwood Ct
• Informational report on completed 2023 rehabilitation projects