Merced, CA
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- Planning & zoning
- Development projects
- Contracts & procurement
- Budget & taxes
- Resolutions & ordinances
- Public safety
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MercedCA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $397,570 -1.3% yr/yr · +16% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
2025450 housing units ($147.3M)
🗳️ Election results (6 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
Mayor 2024-11-05
Matthew Serratto ✓ 15,895 · Anthony Levi Martinez 9,001
City Council District 1 2024-11-05
Sarah Boyle ✓ 1,775 · Mike Harris ✓ 1,759 · Darin Dupont ✓ 1,758 · Walter Smith 1,545 · Sair Lara Rodriguez 1,391 · Alex Carrillo 1,304
City Council District 4 2022-11-08
Shane Smith ✓ 2,026 · Fue Xiong ✓ 1,764 · Delray Charles Shelton 1,607 · Casey L. Steed 1,382 · Javier Fuentes 904
City Council District 2 2022-11-08
Ronnie A. De Anda ✓ 823 · Fernando Echevarria 303
Mayor 2020-11-03
Matt Serratto ✓ 14,299 · Michael Belluomini 5,314 · Anthony Levi Martinez 3,955 · Monica Kay Villa 3,668
City Council District 1 2020-11-03
Sarah Boyle ✓ 2,440 · Bertha A. Perez ✓ 1,923 · Jesse F. Ornelas ✓ 1,541 · Jeremy Martinez 2,181 · Allen Brooks 1,805 · Joel J. Knox 1,443
🗳️ Ballot measures (2)
Propositions decided directly by voters.
Measure O
2024-11-05 · Passed — 17,869 yes / 9,306 no
Measure C
2024-03-05 · Passed — 8,064 yes / 3,704 no
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Thu Aug 20, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
Commission to review PROS Master Plan and recommend adoption to City Council
The Recreation & Parks Commission will review the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan, including its findings, recommendations, priorities, and implementation strategies. The commission will provide feedback and direction to staff, and may adopt a motion recommending that the City Council consider adopting the plan as presented or with revisions. The rest of the agenda is procedural, including public comment, future agenda requests, and commission comments.
- Review of Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan
- Possible motion to recommend City Council adoption of the PROS Master Plan
- Possible motion to recommend revisions to the PROS Master Plan
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Sam Pipes, 1st Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Recreation & Parks Commission
Sam Pipes, 1st Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678
W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
5:30 PM
Thursday, August 20, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, a
complete agenda packet is available for review on the City's website at www.cityofmerced.gov
or at the City Clerk's Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records
relation to an open session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be
available for public inspection at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours.
Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE RECREATION AND PARKS
COMMISSION CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Recreation and Parks Commission are
requested to complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Recreation and Parks Commission Clerk
before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to [email protected] no later than 1 PM on the day of the
meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Recreation and
Parks Commission at the a …
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Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Merced Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission regular meeting
This is the regular meeting of the Merced Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission. The agenda contains only standard procedural items (call to order, public comment, consent calendar, reports, business, adjournment) with no specific items listed for discussion or action.
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PM
Tuesday, August 25, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board/Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board/Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber.
Please submit the completed card to the Board/Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to (insert Board/Commission contact email) no later than 1 PM on the
day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for
example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
Board/Commission at the appropriate time. Any correspondence rec …
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Recent meetings
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meeting with no listed action items
This is a procedural Planning Commission meeting agenda with no substantive items listed. The agenda includes only standard opening procedures, public comment, and adjournment, with no public hearings or action items scheduled.
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PM
Wednesday, August 19, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review/Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right-hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of residence f …
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Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
Airport Authority to recommend new advertising fee schedule to City Council
The Regional Airport Authority will consider recommending a proposed advertising fee schedule for the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport to the City Council. The proposal would launch a two-year pilot program allowing commercial advertising inside the terminal, with tiered rates from $750 to $10,000 per year. The board will also receive informational reports on airport operations, passenger and cargo data, and marketing.
- Recommendation to City Council on proposed advertising fee schedule for Merced Yosemite Regional Airport
- Tiered fees: Tier AA $10,000, Tier A $3,500, Tier B $3,000, Tier C $2,500, Tier D (nonprofit) $750
- Add-ons: baggage/wall wrap $2,500, restroom/door decal $1,500, category exclusivity +25%
- Short-term event ads: $250 for 1 week, $500 for 1 month
- Monthly Managers Report, Landing Report (May-July 2026), and Quartey Marketing Report (information only)
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Regional Airport Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
7:00 PM
Tuesday, August 18, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Regional Airport Authority meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's
Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session
item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at
the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE Regional Airport Authority
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Regional Airport Authority are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber.
Please submit the completed card to the Regional Airport Authority Clerk before the item is
called, preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to [email protected] no later than 1 PM on the day of
the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Regional Airport
Authority at the appropriate …
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Mon Aug 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Council to consider $5M urban greening grant for Merced Regional Sports Complex
The Merced City Council will consider applying for up to $5 million in state grant funds to add pedestrian pathways, landscaping, shade trees, and an additional sports field at the Merced Regional Sports Complex. The council will also vote on a resolution establishing inspection procedures for multi-unit substandard buildings, and discuss tenant protection at the request of Council Member Xiong. Several consent items include contracts for technology, water reporting, and landfill access.
- Resolution to apply for up to $5M California Natural Resources Agency Urban Greening Grant for Merced Regional Sports Complex (CP-42)
- Resolution 2026-53 establishing inspection procedures for multi-unit substandard buildings (rescinds Resolution 2026-17)
- Council Member Xiong request to discuss tenant protection
- Cooperative purchase with AMS.NET not to exceed $160,000 for FY 2026-2027
- Professional services agreement with Black Water Consulting Engineers, Inc. not to exceed $97,268 for 2026-2030 UWUO reporting
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PM
Monday, August 17, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL
At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City’s website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
TRANSLATION DISCLAIMER: The City of Merced offers automated translations of agenda materials as
a convenience to the public. Translations are generated by software and may contain errors. The City
does not guarantee the accuracy of translated content. If there is any difference between a translated
version and the English version, the English version controls.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-698 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong nay
The other 7 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Tax Transparency Commission
Commission to review Measure C and Y revenue and expense reports
The Tax Transparency Commission will review and accept as information the Measure C and Measure Y revenue and expense reports for the period ending June 30, 2026. The commission may also provide direction to staff as a recommendation to the City Council. Other agenda items include approval of prior meeting minutes and requests to add items to future agendas.
- Review of Measure C Revenue and Expense Reports - June 30, 2026
- Review of Measure Y Revenue and Expense Reports - June 30, 2026
- Approval of Tax Transparency Commission Minutes of May 12, 2026
- Request to add item to future agenda
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Tax Transparency Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMTuesday, August 11, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Tax Transparency Commission meeting, a complete
agenda packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the
City Clerk's Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are
available for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE TAX TRANSPARENCY
COMMISSION CLERK.
Members of the audience who wish to address the Tax Transparency Commission are requested
to complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Tax Transparency Commission Clerk before the item is
called, preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to cityclerk@cityofmerced .gov no later than 1 PM on the day of the
meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Tax Transparency
Commission at the appropriat …
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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Personnel Board
Personnel Board to set dates for terminated employee appeal hearing
The Merced Personnel Board will consider approving new and revised job descriptions, including a Lead Recreation and Field Facility Worker and Water Distribution/Systems Operators. The board will also set dates for a terminated employee's appeal hearing, likely in September or October, requiring up to four days.
- New job description for Lead Recreation and Field Facility Worker and revised descriptions for Water Distribution Operator I-II-III and Water Systems Operator
- Setting dates for a terminated employee appeal hearing (Personnel Board Hearing 2026-1)
- Approval of Personnel Department Monthly Report for July 2026
- Information only on employment opportunities that closed in July 2026
- Approval of Personnel Board minutes from June 8, 2026
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Personnel Board
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMMonday, August 10, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to (insert Board /Commission contact email) no later than 1 PM on the
day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for
example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
Board/Commission at the appropriate time. Any correspondence received after 1 PM will b …
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Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission Meeting
The Merced Planning Commission is meeting to discuss and vote on various items, including approval of meeting minutes and a minor modification. The commission will also hold a study session on the draft vision statement of the Comprehensive General Plan Update. The agenda is mostly procedural, with no major decisions or discussions on significant projects.
- Approval of Planning Commission Minutes of June 17, 2026, July 8, 2026, and July 22, 2026
- Adopt a Resolution Approving Minor Modification # 26-0008
- Study Session - Draft Vision Statement of the Comprehensive General Plan Update
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, August 5, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review /Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of residence …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURNMENT — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent · Anthony Gonzalez yea
26-634 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent · Anthony Gonzalez yea
26-666 — approved
4 yea · 2 absent
Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent · Anthony Gonzalez yea
Mon Aug 3, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
City Council considers 1¢ sales tax measure for November 2026 election
The City Council is deciding whether to place the Vital Services Protection Measure, a 1¢ sales tax, on the November 3, 2026, ballot. The body is also considering several vehicle purchases for city departments and a zoning ordinance amendment to comply with state housing laws.
- Proposed 1¢ sales tax (City of Merced Vital Services Protection Measure)
- Zoning Ordinance Amendment for Regional Housing Needs Allocation compliance
- Purchase of one 2027 Peterbilt 520 front loader refuse truck for $394,219.35
- Purchase of one 2027 PBLDB-10 dump truck for $234,269.98 and one MDD5-6 dump truck for $178,795.55
- Services agreement with Black Water Consulting Engineers not to exceed $51,348
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMMonday, August 3, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL
At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City ’s website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk ’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
TRANSLATION DISCLAIMER: The City of Merced offers automated translations of agenda
materials as a convenience to the public. Translations are generated by software and may
contain errors. The City does not guarantee the accuracy of translated content. If there is any
difference between a translated version and the English version, the English version controls.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the City …
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🗳️ How they voted — 1 divided vote
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-591 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong nay
The other 12 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jul 27, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
Commission considers 2026-2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
The Recreation & Parks Commission will review the 2026-2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan. The body may set a date in August for a study session or Open House to examine the plan's framework for park maintenance and capital investment.
- Review of 2026-2036 Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
- Review of Youth Service Provider 4th Quarter Reports regarding use of City Recreational Facilities
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Recreation & Parks Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
5:30 PMMonday, July 27, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, a complete
agenda packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the
City Clerk's Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are
available for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE Recreation and Parks
Commission CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Recreation and Parks Commission are
requested to complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Recreation and Parks Commission Clerk
before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to cityClerk@cityofmerced .gov no later than 1 PM on the day of the
meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Recreation and
Parks Commission …
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Wed Jul 22, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission meeting will address consent calendar and pending actions
The Merced Planning Commission will open with a moment of silence and pledge of allegiance, followed by roll call and public comment. The commission will consider items on the Consent Calendar, public hearings and action items, and other business before adjourning. No specific projects or contracts are listed on the agenda.
- Adopt Consent Calendar
- Discuss Public Hearings and Action Items
- Review Action Items
- General Business
- Adjournment
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, July 22, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review /Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of residence f …
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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Mon Jul 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
City Council to approve $892,186.92 purchase of two side‑loader refuse trucks
The Merced City Council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including resolutions to vacate easements on Canal Street and West 7th Street and a series of equipment purchases. The largest expenditure is the approval of two 2025 Peterbilt 520 side‑loader refuse trucks for $892,186.92. The Council will also adopt a categorical exemption and SB 244 analysis, and waive competitive bidding for the purchases.
- Adopt Resolution 2026-43 to set a public hearing on August 17 2026 for vacating a 14,328‑sq‑ft easement on Canal (L) Street
- Adopt Resolution 2026-42 to set a public hearing on August 17 2026 for vacating a 1,145‑sq‑ft easement at 400 West 7th Street
- Approve purchase of two 2025 Peterbilt 520 side‑loader refuse trucks for $892,186.92 from Haaker Refuse (Sourcewell contract #110223-MCN)
- Approve purchase of a Vermeer Brush Chipper ($98,030.10) and Stump Grinder ($90,739.59) from RDO Equipment Co. (Sourcewell contract #010925-VRM)
- Adopt Categorical Exemption 15306 and SB 244 Analysis (Environmental Review #26‑0077)
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMMonday, July 20, 2026
Study Session at 4:00PM/Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL
At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City ’s website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk ’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
TRANSLATION DISCLAIMER: The City of Merced offers automated translations of agenda
materials as a convenience to the public. Translations are generated by software and may
contain errors. The City does not guarantee the accuracy of translated content. If there is any
difference between a translated version and the English version, the English version controls.
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Thu Jul 16, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
Commission to vote on recommended public art projects for 2025/26 budget
The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will consider approving subcommittee-recommended public art projects from the 2025/26 budget. If approved, the projects will be forwarded to the City Council for final consideration. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with items for future agenda requests and commissioner comments.
- Approval of subcommittee recommended public art projects in the 2025/26 budget to be sent to City Council
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMThursday, July 16, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Personnel Board
The Personnel Board has no specific action items listed for this meeting
This is a procedural agenda for the July 13, 2026, Personnel Board meeting. No specific reports, business items, or action items are detailed in the provided document.
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Personnel Board
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMMonday, July 13, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
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Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
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example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
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Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
No specific agenda items listed for the July 8, 2026 meeting
The provided text contains only procedural information regarding public comment rules and meeting protocols. There are no specific development projects, land use cases, or city business items detailed in this document.
procedural
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, July 8, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review /Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
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Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Council approves $479,994 drone contract and $282,000 groundwater cleanup deal.
The Merced City Council will review a consent calendar containing several procurement contracts and grant-funded purchases. Key decisions include awarding a four-year agreement for emergency response drones, funding groundwater remediation, and purchasing bulletproof vests and security cameras. The meeting also features a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation and a ceremonial recognition.
- 4-year Motorola Solutions contract for BRINC emergency response drones up to $479,993.99
- Two agreements with Provost and Pritchard Engineering for PCE groundwater cleanup totaling $282,000
- Purchase of bulletproof vests from Angel Armor up to $61,830.40 using DOJ grant funds
- Acceptance of $20,800 MTID donation for 17 blue light camera systems
- State cooperative purchase of municipal software and tech solutions up to $275,000
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PM
Monday, July 6, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL
At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City’s website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
TRANSLATION DISCLAIMER: The City of Merced offers automated translations of agenda materials as
a convenience to the public. Translations are generated by software and may contain errors. The City
does not guarantee the accuracy of translated content. If there is any difference between a translated
version and the English version, the English version controls.
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🗳️ How they voted (14 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-394 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-395 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-396 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-399 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-487 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-462 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-476 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-512 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-544 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-543 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-546 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-568 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-576 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved the Consent Agenda
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
Commission reviews CARB grant update and its own roles and responsibilities
This meeting is primarily procedural boilerplate with no binding actions or public hearings. Commissioners will approve past minutes, review the commission’s roles and responsibilities, and receive an update on a state air quality grant for the Connect South Merced Safety and Mobility Planning Project.
- Approve minutes from February, August, and October 2025
- Review commission roles and responsibilities
- Receive update on CARB grant for Connect South Merced Safety and Mobility Planning Project
- Open floor for commissioner comments and future agenda requests
active-transportationadvisory-commissiongrant-updatemeeting-minutescommunity-planning
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMTuesday, June 23, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
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Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
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Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-552 — denied
3 nay · 3 yea · 1 absent
Lisa Kayser-Grant nay · Dwight Ewing yea · Peggy Hsu yea · Dina Gonzalez absent · Arturo Martinez yea · Mylia Chambers nay · Caroline Meraz nay
SUBJECT: Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission Minutes of February 25, 2025; August 26, 2025; and October 28, 2025. ACTION Approving and filing the Bicycle and Pedestrian Advisory Commission…
5 yea · 1 absent · 1 nay
Lisa Kayser-Grant yea · Dwight Ewing yea · Peggy Hsu yea · Dina Gonzalez absent · Arturo Martinez yea · Mylia Chambers nay · Caroline Meraz yea
The other 3 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
Parks commission receives monthly department update
The Recreation & Parks Commission will hear an informational update from the Parks and Community Services Director on recent activities. No action is required on this item.
parksrecreationcommissiondepartment-updates
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Recreation & Parks Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
5:30 PMMonday, June 22, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Recreation and Parks Commission meeting, a complete
agenda packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the
City Clerk's Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are
available for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE RECREATION AND PARKS
COMMISSION CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Recreation and Parks Commission are
requested to complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Recreation and Parks Commission Clerk
before the item is called, preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to cityclerk@cityofmerced .gov no later than 1 PM on the day of the
meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Recreation and
Parks Commission …
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Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to recommend 6th Cycle Housing Element to City Council
The Planning Commission will vote on a recommendation to the City Council to adopt the Merced Multijurisdictional Housing Element for the 6th cycle, along with zoning code amendments for RHNA rezones, environmental review, and a SB 244 analysis. A minor modification item is tabled for further research.
- Adopt General Plan Amendment #24-06 – 6th Cycle Housing Element
- Adopt Zoning Ordinance Amendment #26-0001 – RHNA rezone language
- Adopt Environmental Review #26-0068 (statutorily exempt)
- Adopt SB 244 Analysis for the city
- Item 26-541 tabled for additional staff research
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, June 17, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review /Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURNMENT — adjourned
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
26-344 — adopted
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
26-538 — approved
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Mon Jun 15, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
City Council calls November election for three council seats
The council will vote to call a general municipal election for three council members by district on November 3, 2026, consolidated with the county election. They will also award a $506,250 contract for groundwater monitoring well sampling, approve a lease with the TSA at the airport, and begin reviewing the city's conflict-of-interest code. A special presentation will cover changes to council meetings under SB 707.
- Call general municipal election for three council seats on Nov 3, 2026
- Award $506,250 contract to Provost and Pritchard for groundwater well sampling
- Approve lease with TSA for 711 sq ft at Merced Yosemite Regional Airport
- Begin initial review of city's conflict-of-interest code
- Special presentation on SB 707 changes to council meeting procedures
electiongroundwaterairportleaseconflict-of-interestcouncil-meetings
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PM
Monday, June 15, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC/AVISO AL PÚBLICO/CEEB TOOM RAU PEJ XEEM
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL/BIENVENIDO A LA
REUNIÓN DEL CONCILIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MERCED/ZOO SIAB TXAIS TOS KOJ
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At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City’s website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
Al menos 72 horas antes de cada reunión regular del Concejo Municipal, un paquete de agenda
complete está disponible para su revisión en el sitio web de la Ciudad en www.cityofmerced.gov
o en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. Todos los
registros públicos relaci …
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🗳️ How they voted (12 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-239 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-339 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-454 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-432 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-490 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-491 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-241 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-507 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-482 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-523 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
26-530 — approved
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
Approval of the Consent Agenda — approved the Consent Agenda
7 yea
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong yea
Thu Jun 11, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
Commission to vote on Bob Hart Square arch sculpture and $14,500 signage funds
The commission will decide on two action items: approving a recommendation for the Bob Hart Square Arch Sculpture by artists Jesus Eduardo Magana, Paulina Bouyer-Magana, and Jason M. Saunders, and combining $4,500 in City Art Project Funds with $10,000 in Merced County Arts Council grant for Downtown Arts and Culture District Signage and Branding. Also includes routine agenda item requests and commissioner comments.
- Approve Bob Hart Square Arch Sculpture by Magana, Bouyer-Magana, and Saunders
- Combine $4,500 City Art Project Funds with $10,000 grant for Downtown Arts signage and branding
- Commissioners may request items for future agendas
- Commissioner comments on recent activities and events
artspublic-artsculpturefundingsignagedowntownmerced
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMThursday, June 11, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to (insert Board /Commission contact email) no later than 1 PM on the
day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for
example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
Board/Commission at the appropriate time. Any correspondence recei …
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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Personnel Board
Personnel Board to approve new Cybersecurity Specialist job description and WWTP supervisor hiring list
The Merced Personnel Board will review routine personnel items including a monthly employment report, meeting minutes, and a Personnel Department monthly report. The board is asked to approve an employment eligibility list for a WWTP Operations Supervisor and a new job description for a Cybersecurity Specialist I-II. No major policy changes or controversial items are on the agenda.
- Approve employment eligibility list for WWTP Operations Supervisor
- Approve new job description for Cybersecurity Specialist I-II
- Information-only review of employment opportunities that closed in May 2026
- Approve Personnel Department monthly report for May 2026
- Approve minutes from April 13, 2026 meeting
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Personnel Board
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMMonday, June 8, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to (insert Board /Commission contact email) no later than 1 PM on the
day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for
example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
Board/Commission at the appropriate time. Any correspondence received after 1 PM will be …
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Wed Jun 3, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Commission to review five-year Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency
The Planning Commission will review the annual Capital Improvement Program (CIP) for 2026-2031 to determine if proposed projects align with the Merced Vision 2030 General Plan. They will also consider a street vacation (Vacation #26-0002) on the consent calendar, and continue a public hearing on a minor modification to a future meeting. The consent calendar includes approval of previous meeting minutes.
- Vacation #26-0002: Recommend City Council grant street/easement vacation
- Annual review of Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (2026-2031) for General Plan consistency
- Minor Modification #26-0008 continued to June 17, 2026
- Approve Planning Commission minutes from May 6 and May 20, 2026
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, June 3, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the Planning
Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open
session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The Planning
Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review /Historic
Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the
Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which the
forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of residence fo …
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🗳️ How they voted (4 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
CONSENT CALENDAR — approved
4 yea · 1 absent · 1 abstain
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart abstain
ADJOURNMENT — adjourned
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
26-504 — continued
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
26-505 — recommended for approval
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith absent · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart yea
Mon Jun 1, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Merced City Council considers fire engine purchase and zoo renovations
The Council will review several items including a $388,443 fire engine purchase and a $20,000 donation for the Applegate Zoo. Closed session discussions include litigation matters and a performance evaluation for the City Manager.
- Purchase of Type 6 Fire Engine from Golden State Fire Apparatus for $388,443.98 plus contingency
- Acceptance of $20,000 donation from UC Merced for Applegate Zoo Bobcat exhibit renovations
- Amendment to Forensics Nurse Specialist of Nor CA agreement regarding SART exam fees
- Closed session discussion regarding litigation: Richter vs. City of Merced and De Jong vs. City of Merced
- Public employee performance evaluation for the City Manager
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PM
Monday, June 1, 2026
Closed Session at 5:00 PM/Regular Meeting at 6:00 PM
NOTICE TO PUBLIC/AVISO AL PÚBLICO/CEEB TOOM RAU PEJ XEEM
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL/BIENVENIDO A LA
REUNIÓN DEL CONCILIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MERCED/ZOO SIAB TXAIS TOS KOJ
TUAJ RAU HAUV CITY COUNCIL LUB ROOJ SAB LAJ
At least 72 hours prior to each regular City Council meeting, a complete agenda packet is
available for review on the City’s website at www.cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk’s Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk’s Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translation is available at every
regular meeting. Assisted hearing devices are available for meetings held in the Council
Chamber.
Al menos 72 horas antes de cada reunión regular del Concejo Municipal, un paquete de agenda
complete está disponible para su revisión en el sitio web de la Ciudad en www.cityofmerced.gov
o en la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. Todos los
registros públicos relacio …
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🗳️ How they voted — 2 divided votes
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-178 — approved
6 yea · 1 nay
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont yea · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong nay
26-445 — approved
5 yea · 2 nay
Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Darin Dupont nay · Yang Thao yea · Michael Harris yea · Shane Smith yea · Fue Xiong nay
The other 16 items passed by unanimous or near-unanimous consent.
Wed May 27, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Citizen Advisory Focus Group
Visioning exercise for Merced General Plan Update
The Citizen Advisory Focus Group will discuss and begin a visioning exercise for the Comprehensive General Plan Update. They will also approve the minutes from the February 25 meeting and the annual attendance report.
- Guided visioning exercise for Comprehensive General Plan Update
- Approval of minutes from February 25, 2026
- Review and approval of Annual Attendance Report
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced,CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Citizen Advisory Focus Group
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced,CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, May 27, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Citizen Advisory Focus Group meeting, a complete
agenda packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the
City Clerk's Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records in relation to an
open session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public
inspection at the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are
available for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Citizen Advisory Focus Group (CAFG) are
requested to complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to planningweb@cityofmerced .gov no later than 1 PM on the day of the
meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the CAFG at the
appropriate time. Any correspondence received after 1 PM will …
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🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
26-474 — approved
11 yea · 4 absent
Anthony Gonzalez absent · Colton Dennis yea · Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Joseph Bauer yea · April Holloway yea · Cheryl Hirsch yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Curtis Thomas yea · Humberto Sandoval Jr. yea · Steve Maxey yea · Tammy Johnson yea · Cynthia Kelly absent · Marisa Lewis absent · Keith Ensminger absent
26-475 — approved
11 yea · 4 absent
Anthony Gonzalez absent · Colton Dennis yea · Matthew Serratto yea · Sarah Boyle yea · Joseph Bauer yea · April Holloway yea · Cheryl Hirsch yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Curtis Thomas yea · Humberto Sandoval Jr. yea · Steve Maxey yea · Tammy Johnson yea · Cynthia Kelly absent · Marisa Lewis absent · Keith Ensminger absent
Tue May 26, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Council and planners to hear report on General Plan update progress
The City Council and Planning Commission will hold a joint study session to receive a report on the Existing Conditions and Trends Workbook and a progress update for the Comprehensive General Plan Update. This item is for information only and will help guide future planning decisions for Merced.
- Study session on Existing Conditions and Trends Workbook for Comprehensive General Plan Update
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
2nd Floor
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development
Authority/Parking Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMTuesday, May 26, 2026
Joint Special Meeting - City Council and Planning Commission at 6:00 PM.
NOTICE TO PUBLIC/AVISO AL PÚBLICO/CEEB TOOM RAU PEJ XEEM
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED CITY COUNCIL/BIENVENIDO A LA
REUNIÓN DEL CONCILIO DE LA CIUDAD DE MERCED/ZOO SIAB TXAIS TOS KOJ
TUAJ RAU HAUV CITY COUNCIL LUB ROOJ SAB LAJ
At least 24 hours prior to a scheduled Special Meeting, a complete agenda packet is available
for review on the City ’s website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk ’s Office, 678 W.
18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating to an open session item that are
distributed to a majority of the Council will be available for public inspection at the City Clerk ’s
Office during regular business hours. Spanish and Hmong translations are available as well as
hearing devices for meetings held in the Council Chamber.
At every special meeting, the legislative body shall provide the public with an opportunity to
address the body on any item described in the notice before or during consideration of that item.
Al menos 24 horas antes de una Reuni ón Especial programada, un paquete completo de la
agenda estará disponible para revisi ón en el …
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Mon May 25, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Thu May 21, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
Commission to vote on Bob Hart Square arch sculpture design
The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will decide on recommending a sculpture for Bob Hart Square by artists Jesus Eduardo Magana, Paulina Bouyer-Magana, and Jason M. Saunders. They will also consider combining $4,500 in city art funds with a $10,000 grant for downtown signage and branding. Additional routine items include adding future agenda items and commissioner comments.
- Approve recommendation for Bob Hart Square Arch Sculpture by three artists
- Combine $4,500 city art funds with $10,000 grant for Downtown Arts and Culture District Signage and Branding
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
4:00 PMThursday, May 21, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Board /Commission meeting, a complete agenda packet
is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's Office,
678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session item that
are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at the City
Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE BOARD/COMMISSION
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Board /Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber .
Please submit the completed card to the Board /Commission Clerk before the item is called,
preferably before the meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to (insert Board /Commission contact email) no later than 1 PM on the
day of the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for
example, Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the
Board/Commission at the appropriate time. Any correspondence receiv …
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission recommends temporary moratorium on food trucks in fixed locations
The Planning Commission will consider recommending a temporary moratorium on new food truck approvals in fixed locations to address concentration and land-use impacts. They will also review the five-year Capital Improvement Program (2026-2031) for consistency with the General Plan, and continue a minor modification item to the next meeting.
- Recommendation to City Council for a temporary moratorium on food trucks in fixed locations (MMC Chapter 20.44.020)
- Annual review of the 2026-2031 Capital Improvement Program for General Plan consistency
- Continuation of Minor Modification #26-0008 to June 3, 2026
- Report on upcoming agenda items by Planning Manager
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
City Council Chamber
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Planning Commission
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
6:00 PMWednesday, May 20, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PLANNING COMMISSION
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Planning Commission meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the
Planning Division Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relating
to an open session item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available
for public inspection at the Planning Division Office during regular business hours. The
Planning Commission also serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design
Review/Historic Preservation Commission. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Planning Commission are requested to
complete a speaker card available at the podium against the right -hand side of the Council
Chamber. Please submit the completed card to the Clerk before the item is called, preferably
before the meeting begins. Speakers will be called up, 3 to 5 at a time, in the order in which
the forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of
residence fo …
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🗳️ How they voted (3 roll-call votes)
Named votes as recorded in the official record.
ADJOURNMENT — adjourned
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith yea · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent
26-435 — recommended for approval
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith yea · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent
26-440 — continued
5 yea · 1 absent
Anthony Gonzalez yea · Walter Smith yea · Emanuelle Ochoa yea · Jeremiah Greggains yea · Jerry Vue yea · Conchita Swiggart absent
Tue May 19, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
Airport Authority to recommend TSA and Contour Airlines leases to City Council
The Regional Airport Authority will review and recommend two lease agreements for the Merced Yosemite Regional Airport. The board will also review annual attendance and monthly landing reports.
- Lease agreement recommendation for GSA (TSA)
- Lease agreement recommendation for Contour Airlines
- Annual Attendance Report
- March 2026 Landing Report
- Update on the new airport terminal
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City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Regional Airport Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
7:00 PMTuesday, May 19, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Regional Airport Authority meeting, a complete agenda
packet is available for review on the City's website at www .cityofmerced.gov or at the City Clerk's
Office, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340. All public records relation to an open session
item that are distributed to a majority of the Commission will be available for public inspection at
the City Clerk's Office during regular business hours. Assisted hearing devices are available for
meetings held in the Council Chamber.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE Regional Airport Authority
CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the v are requested to complete a speaker card
available at the podium against the back of the Council Chamber. Please submit the completed
card to the Regional Airport Authority Clerk before the item is called, preferably before the
meeting begins.
Material may be emailed to flymercedairport@cityofmerced .org no later than 1 PM on the day of
the meeting. Please specify which portion of the agenda you are commenting on, for example,
Report item # or Public Comment. Your comments will be presented to the Regional Airport
Authority at the appropriate time. Any correspondence re …
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Showing the 30 most recent meetings of 80 on record. See the yearly meeting archives below for the full history.
💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $17.5M | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · LOS ANGELES RIVER ECOSYSTEM RESTORATION (ESR) REACHES 2A - 6C SEDIMENT |
| $3.9M | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · DEBRIS REMOVAL SERVICES, WHITTIER NARROWS FLOOD CONTROL BASIN |
| $2.5M | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF 0001 CUSTODIAL SERVICES FHL BASE YR |
| $2.4M | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · CLIN 0001 MONTHLY CUSTODIAL SERVICES |
| $1.4M | SJ CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT Department of the Interior · GOGA 215726 - STABILIZE ALCATRAZ WHARF CONSTRUCTION MANAGEMENT SERVICE |
| $288,386 | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · PINE FLAT LAKE JANITORIAL |
| $256,301 | ROSELIN CHARITAR Department of Defense · IGF::OT::IGF LAKE ISABELLA JANITORIAL |
| $167,693 | FIRE SUPPORT UNLIMITED LLC Department of Agriculture · S8 S9, 2024 CHANNEL ISLANDS MAFFS, CAOSCC00020, SHWS, SERVICE - HANDWA |
| $162,155 | CF MERCED LA SIERRA, LLC Department of Veterans Affairs · EXPRESS REPORT: CNH EXPENDITURES FY 23 Q1 |
| $135,576 | FIRE SUPPORT UNLIMITED LLC Department of Agriculture · K E C J CALPF002181 E628 |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Merced County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-699 people (-$50.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)8 ({"Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 5, "Freezing": 3, "Biological": · last Mon Apr 3, 2023)
Traffic fatalities11 (6 pedestrian · 2024)
Business establishments3,592 (49,545 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,509/mo (2,032 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy44.6% (low numeracy 54% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
6,357
Recorded votes
$258.2M
Annual budget
697
Employees on payroll
450
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$258.2M
Spending$210.4M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
697 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.