Ripon, CA

City Council - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several action items, including awarding a $2,586,477 contract for the Community Center Parking Lot Expansion Project, approving a Microsoft 365 subscription and email migration services, and amending the employee compensation plan to add four part-time dispatcher positions. The meeting also includes a closed session on anticipated litigation.

• Award contract to Dirt Dynasty, Inc. for Community Center Parking Lot Expansion: $2,586,477 (Base + Alternate), plus $400,000 transfer from General Department Capital Fund
• Approve Microsoft 365 subscription with CDW Government, LLC: $39,385.65 annually for 110 licenses; email migration services by Waypoint Network Solutions: $20,000
• Resolution to amend Employee Compensation Plan for FY 2026-27, adding 4 part-time Dispatcher positions at salary level 206.5
• Approve progress payments to Aspen Survey Company, Inc.: $805.00 (Invoice #26-020-1) and $2,063.75 (Invoice #25-041-1), total $2,868.75
• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel—Anticipated Litigation (1 case)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending an existing variance (V22-43) for 1226 Doak Boulevard to allow a fence to encroach 7.5 feet into the required 30-foot front yard setback. Staff recommends approval, finding the request consistent with zoning and General Plan. The meeting also includes approval of the July 20, 2026 minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on variance amendment for fence at 1226 Doak Boulevard, R1-C zone
• Proposed fence setback: 22.5 feet along Doak Boulevard (7.5-foot encroachment)
• Proposed 15-foot side setback along Robert Avenue complies with code
• Appeal period: 10 days from meeting date; appeal fee $637
• Approval of minutes from July 20, 2026 regular meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved an amendment to existing Variance (V22-43) for 1226 Doak Boulevard, allowing a fence to be placed approximately 16 feet 5 inches from the front property line instead of the required 30-foot setback in the R1-C zoning district. The decision was based on the property's unique configuration and the fence's alignment with the residence, with conditions from the staff report. No public opposition was voiced.

• Approved amendment to Variance V22-43 for 1226 Doak Boulevard (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of July 20, 2026 regular meeting (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a regular meeting on August 11, 2026, starting with a closed session at 5:30 PM. The main action item is a discussion and possible approval of a $558,290 professional services agreement with Mintier Harnish to prepare the Westside Area Plan. The consent calendar includes routine payments, contracts, and resolutions, and there are two ordinances for first reading and one for second reading.

• Approve $558,290 contract with Mintier Harnish for Westside Area Plan
• First reading of ordinance declaring feeding animals on public property a public nuisance
• First reading of ordinance amending garbage collection and disposal chapter
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 938 setting city tax rate at $0.00
• Approve $768,092 reimbursement to Lennar Homes for Fulton Avenue improvements

The Ripon City Council unanimously approved a $558,290 professional services agreement with Mintier Harnish to prepare the Westside Area Plan, a long-range planning effort for about 1,800 acres west of the city. The council also introduced two ordinances (939 and 940) on first reading, adopted the annual tax levy ordinance (938), and approved the consent calendar, including multiple contracts and payments. No reportable action was taken in closed session.

• Approved $558,290 Westside Area Plan contract with Mintier Harnish (unanimous)
• Introduced Ordinance 939 declaring feeding animals on public property a public nuisance (unanimous, final reading 9/8/2026)
• Introduced Ordinance 940 updating garbage collection and disposal code (unanimous, final reading 9/8/2026)
• Adopted Ordinance 938 setting tax levy and appropriation limits (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including $768,092 Lennar reimbursement and multiple contracts (unanimous)
• Approved $49,760 percolation pond restoration contract with Triple M Enterprises (consent)
• Approved $55,725 traffic signal pole replacement contract with St. Francis Electric (consent)
• Approved $58,399.04 change order for West Ripon Road Overlay Project (consent)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding a request to subdivide two light industrial parcels into 22 commercial condominium units. The project involves converting existing suites to separate ownership without new construction.

• Tentative Subdivision Map (S26-60) for Kaizen River project at 505 and 707 Doak Boulevard
• Proposed conversion of four existing buildings into 22 commercial condominium units
• Requirement for a Commercial Owners Association and reciprocal easement agreements
• Appeal fee of $591.00

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a tentative subdivision map to convert two light industrial parcels into 22 commercial condominium units. The project involves no new construction and requires the creation of a Commercial Owners Association. The recommendation includes a requirement for the applicant to reimburse the City for staff review time.

• Approved May 18, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve Tentative Subdivision Map (S26-60) for 505 and 707 Doak Boulevard (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will review several resolutions including grant applications for alternative-fuel vehicles and police DUI enforcement. The meeting also includes the consideration of various bills, invoices, and project bids.

• Grant application for $87,912.92 to purchase five alternative-fuel vehicles
• Grant agreement for $233,732.00 for Ripon Police Department DUI enforcement
• Rejection of a $3,108,581 bid for the Community Center Parking Lot Expansion Project
• Approval of $33,692.00 for Well 11 - Doak Booster Station controller replacement
• Discussion of existing litigation involving Liberty Self Storage, L.P. and David Hegarty

The council unanimously approved a $233,732 grant for the Ripon Police Department to fund DUI enforcement activities and a $87,912.92 grant application for five alternative‑fuel vehicles. It also rejected the sole $3,108,581 bid for the Community Center Parking Lot Expansion and ordered the project to be re‑advertised. Additional unanimous actions included adopting the lighting district assessment levy and approving meeting minutes, the agenda, and the consent calendar.

• Approved Resolution 26-25 authorizing $233,732 police grant (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-24 to apply for $87,912.92 alternative‑fuel vehicle grant (unanimous)
• Rejected sole $3,108,581 bid for Community Center Parking Lot Expansion; staff to re‑advertise (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-26 levying lighting district assessment for FY 2026‑27 (unanimous)
• Adopted minutes of June 9 and June 29 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Approved $5,150 payment to Delta Regional Monitoring Program (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

This regular meeting of the Ripon Parks & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for August 12, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled for July 8, 2026

City Council - Special Meeting

This special meeting will consider approving two Stantec progress payments for Well 19 water quality investigation totaling $49,395.59, and a resolution adopting the Employee Compensation Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 for administrative staff, non-represented Police Department employees, and part-time recreation employees. The compensation plan includes salary increases, uniform allowances, and a one-time retention payment of $3,500 for dispatchers.

• Stantec progress payments for Well 19 water quality investigation: $30,465.34 and $18,930.25 (total $49,395.59)
• Adoption of Employee Compensation Plan for FY 2026-2027 covering administrative staff, non-represented police, and part-time recreation employees
• Salary range adjustments for positions including Police Chief, City Administrator, dispatchers, and others
• One-time retention payment of $3,500 for dispatchers/lead dispatchers not on probation in December 2026
• Healthcare changes: City pays 50% of premium increase above current maximum monthly contributions of $2,205 (Kaiser) and $2,285 (Blue Shield)

The Council unanimously approved $49,395.59 in Stantec invoices for Well 19 water quality investigation, determining the aquifer isolation approach was not practical. Also adopted Resolution 26-23, the Employee Compensation Plan for FY 2026-2027, providing a 3% cost-of-living adjustment for administrative staff, non-represented police employees, and part-time recreation staff.

• Approved $49,395.59 in Stantec invoices for Well 19 water quality investigation (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 26-23, the FY 2026-2027 Employee Compensation Plan with 3% salary adjustment (5-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council at a special meeting will consider a resolution adopting the Employee Compensation Plan for Fiscal Year 2026-2027 covering administrative staff, non-represented Police Department employees, and part-time recreation employees. The plan includes salary adjustments, uniform allowances, healthcare provisions, and retention payments. The council will also authorize progress payments totaling $49,395.59 to Stantec for Well 19 water quality investigation.

• Adoption of resolution setting salary ranges for all listed positions (e.g., City Administrator range $16,891-$20,531/month, Police Chief $15,239-$18,523/month)
• Progress payments to Stantec for Well 19 Water Quality Investigation: Invoice #2559408 ($30,465.34) and Invoice #2571411 ($18,930.25)
• One-time retention payment of $3,500 per eligible dispatcher/lead dispatcher in December 2026
• Uniform allowance: $750/year for Police Community Service Officers, Dispatchers, IT Technicians; $1,000/year for Police Chief and Lieutenant
• Healthcare: City to reimburse 100% of Blue Shield Silver Plan deductible/co-insurance after $2,000 paid by employee; pays 50% of premium increase above current caps ($2,205 Kaiser, $2,285 Blue Shield)

The council unanimously approved payment of $49,395.59 to Stantec for the Well 19 water‑quality investigation. The council also unanimously adopted Resolution 26‑23, establishing the employee compensation plan for fiscal year 2026‑27 for administrative staff, non‑represented police employees, and part‑time recreation employees. No other business was taken and the meeting adjourned at 11:13 a.m.

• Approved Stantec invoices ($30,465.34 and $18,930.25, total $49,395.59) – Adopted [UNANIMOUS] (ayes: Barton, Uecker, Restuccia, Zuber, de Graaf)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑23 Employee Compensation Plan for FY 2026‑27 – Adopted [UNANIMOUS] (ayes: Barton, Uecker, Restuccia, Zuber, de Graaf)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The scheduled meeting for June 10, 2026, has been cancelled. The commission will next meet on July 8, 2026.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including approval of meeting minutes, financial reports, and payments. Key decisions involve a resolution to call a general municipal election for November 3, 2026, to elect city officers, and several resolutions regarding property division, transportation funding, and annual assessments for landscape and lighting districts. A closed session on litigation and labor negotiations precedes the open meeting.

• Division of city-owned property at 250 Doak Boulevard into three parcels for gas utility connections
• Approval of annual Transportation Development Act claim for 2025-2026 fiscal year
• Setting public hearing on July 14, 2026 for annual assessments for ten Landscape Maintenance Districts
• Setting public hearing on July 14, 2026 for annual assessments for Lighting District No. 05-1
• Calling a general municipal election for November 3, 2026 to elect city officers

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions for property division, conflict of interest code amendments, transportation claims, and assessment district notices. The Council also adopted Ordinance 936 regarding a development agreement.

• Approved minutes of May 12 and June 3 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as posted (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26-17 dividing property at 250 Doak Boulevard
• Approved Resolution 26-18 amending Conflict of Interest Code
• Approved Resolution 26-19 for Transportation Development Act claim
• Approved Resolution 26-20 for Landscape Maintenance District assessments
• Approved Resolution 26-21 for Lighting District assessments

City Council - Special Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting a resolution to formally create Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1. The district would levy assessments on properties in the Meadowood subdivision to fund ongoing maintenance of landscaping and irrigation along Fulton Avenue, the Fulton Avenue median, and the Goodwin Avenue median. The recommended action is to adopt the resolution and forward the assessment to the County Assessor’s Office for placement on the tax rolls.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution ordering formation of Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1
• District would fund maintenance of landscaping and irrigation along Fulton Avenue, Fulton Avenue median, and Goodwin Avenue median
• Assessments to be levied for Fiscal Year 2026–2027 as set forth in the April 14, 2026 Engineer’s Report
• No majority protest was filed against the proposed district formation or assessment levy
• Meadowood subdivision (88 single-family residences west of Fulton Avenue) approved February 13, 2018

The City Council unanimously adopted Resolution 26-16 to establish a landscape maintenance assessment district for the Meadowood subdivision. The district will fund the maintenance of landscaping and irrigation along Fulton Avenue and Goodwin Avenue.

• Adopted Resolution 26-16 to form Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1 (4-0)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider amending the existing Use Permit for Ripon Veterinary Hospital at 134 W. Main Street to allow overnight emergency veterinary services between midnight and 5 a.m., enabling 24-hour operation. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the April 20, 2026 regular meeting, public discussion, and reports.

• Public hearing on Use Permit amendment (26-44) for 24-hour emergency veterinary services at 134 W. Main Street in the C3 zoning district

The Ripon Planning Commission unanimously approved amending the existing use permit for Ripon Veterinary Hospital to allow overnight emergency veterinary services between midnight and 5 a.m. The change is operational only with no physical modifications to the site. The decision was made after a public hearing with no opposition and staff confirmation of no neighborhood responses.

• Approved amendment to Use Permit for overnight emergency veterinary services at 134 W. Main Street (4-0)
• Approved minutes of April 20, 2026 regular meeting (4-0)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regular May 13, 2026 meeting of the Ripon Parks & Recreation Commission has been cancelled. The next scheduled meeting is June 10, 2026.

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency will hold a regular meeting to approve minutes from April 14, 2026, and consider a consent calendar. The consent calendar includes a single item: a $2,500 payment to Urban Futures, Inc. for continuing disclosure services related to the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. The agenda is largely procedural with no other substantive items.

• Consent calendar approval of $2,500 invoice to Urban Futures, Inc. for continuing disclosure services on 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds

The Successor Agency approved the meeting minutes from April 14, 2026. The board also adopted the consent calendar, which included a $2,500.00 payment to Urban Futures, Inc. for continuing disclosure service fees.

• Approved April 14, 2026 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar including $2,500.00 payment to Urban Futures, Inc. (unanimous)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a closed session to discuss existing and potential litigation, including cases involving Liberty Self Storage and the city. During the regular meeting, the council will consider consent calendar items including resolutions to remain in the Community Development Block Grant program and adopt a list of projects funded by Senate Bill 1 for fiscal year 2026-27. The council will also vote on a subdivision improvement agreement for the Pereira Subdivision and several professional services agreements for GIS maintenance, architectural review, and transit planning.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on three existing lawsuits and one potential litigation case
• Resolution to adopt list of SB1 road projects for FY 2026-27 to submit to California Transportation Commission
• Resolution to remain part of Urban County Cooperation Agreement for CDBG program for 2027-2029
• Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Pereira Subdivision with JKB Living, Inc.
• Professional services agreement with California CAD Solutions for GIS support, not to exceed $25,000

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar as amended, which included approval of the Subdivision Improvement Agreement for the Pereira Subdivision contingent on receipt of bonds, acceptance of a donation from the Paula M. Carroll Trust for the Animal Shelter, and various professional services agreements and project acceptances. A public hearing on a development agreement for an Ionna Electric Vehicle Charging Station was opened, but the minutes provided do not include the outcome.

• Approved minutes of April 14, April 20, and April 23, 2026 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Accepted donation from Paula M. Carroll Trust for Ripon Animal Shelter (unanimous)
• Approved Subdivision Improvement Agreement for Pereira Subdivision, contingent on receipt of bonds (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor to sign professional services agreement with California CAD Solutions up to $25,000 (consent)
• Accepted work completed by Knife River Construction on Ripona Resurface Project and authorized Notice of Completion (consent)
• Presented proclamation to Ripon Christian High School for athletic accomplishments

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will vote on two items at this special meeting. First, they will consider approving Amendment No. 3 to the Lennar Homes Subdivision Improvement Agreement, which removes the 17-building permit restriction for the Meadowood subdivision and adds an indemnification clause for public access to model homes. Second, they will decide whether to award a $342,852 contract to Knife River Construction for the West Ripon Road Overlay Project, funded by the Street and Road Reconstruction Fund.

• Lennar Homes Subdivision Improvement Agreement Amendment No. 3 lifts 17-permit cap for Meadowood subdivision (88 homes west of Fulton Avenue).
• Amendment includes indemnification provision shielding the city from liability for public access to model homes before city acceptance of improvements.
• Award of West Ripon Road Overlay contract to Knife River Construction in an amount not to exceed $342,852.
• Funding for the road overlay comes from the Street and Road Reconstruction Fund.

The City Council approved an amendment to the subdivision agreement with Lennar Homes of California LLC. The council also awarded a contract for the West Ripon Road Overlay Project to Knife River Construction.

• Approved Subdivision Improvement Agreement Amendment No. 3 with Lennar Homes of California LLC (unanimous)
• Awarded West Ripon Road Overlay Project contract to Knife River Construction for $342,852.00 (unanimous)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a development agreement with Ionna LLC for an electric vehicle charging station at 1504 West Colony Road, and a zoning text amendment (TAZ26-38) updating Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations. The Commission will also appoint a new Chair and Vice-Chair and approve the minutes of the November 17, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing: Development agreement with Ionna LLC for an EV charging station at 1504 West Colony Road
• Public hearing: Zoning Text Amendment TAZ26-38 for Accessory Dwelling Unit regulations
• Reorganization: appointment of new Chairman and Vice-Chairman
• Approval of minutes from the November 17, 2025 regular meeting

The Planning Commission unanimously recommended that the City Council approve a zoning text amendment for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) to align with state law, and also recommended approval of a development agreement with Ionna LLC for an electric vehicle charging station at 1504 West Colony Road. Both recommendations were forwarded to the City Council for final action. The commission also appointed Debra Van Essen as Chair and Dave Collins as Vice Chair and approved prior meeting minutes.

• Appointed Debra Van Essen as Chair (5-0)
• Appointed Dave Collins as Vice Chair (5-0)
• Approved minutes of November 17, 2025 meeting (4-0, Collins abstained)
• Recommended City Council approve development agreement with Ionna LLC for EV charging station at 1504 West Colony Road (unanimous)
• Recommended City Council approve amendments to Chapter 16.86 ADU ordinance (unanimous)

City Council - Workshop

This is an informal workshop meeting where the Ripon City Council will discuss future policy goals and their implementation. No formal actions are expected.

The Ripon City Council held a workshop to discuss future policy goals, including budget reserves, capital projects, e-bike and golf cart safety, abandoned cats, and departmental goals. No formal votes or binding actions were taken; the meeting was informational only.

• No votes or formal actions taken; all items were discussion only

Successor Agency - Regular Meeting

The Ripon Redevelopment Successor Agency is meeting to approve minutes from October 2025 and a consent calendar that includes a $327,000 debt service payment on the 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds. The payment covers interest due May 1, 2026. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Approval of consent calendar including $327,000 payment to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service
• Approval of minutes from the October 14, 2025 regular meeting

The Successor Agency approved the meeting minutes from October 14, 2025. The board also adopted a consent calendar including a $327,000.00 payment to US Bank for 2020 Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds debt service.

• Approved October 14, 2025 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Consent Calendar including $327,000.00 US Bank payment (5-0)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will hold a regular meeting on April 14, 2026. Items include second reading and adoption of an ordinance amending park rules, discussion of an $83,245.93 reimbursement request for Ripon Golf Club capital improvements, and approval of the 2026 Short-Range Transit Plan. The consent calendar features resolutions for a new Meadowood Assessment District and acceptance of SJCOG's transportation financial plan, a $99,330 agreement for CNG fueling station upgrades, and rejection of a claim. A closed session will discuss three pending lawsuits.

• Ordinance No. 935 amending Chapter 9.23 park rules to clarify permit process and violations
• Resolution to form Meadowood Assessment District with public hearing set for June 3, 2026
• Professional Services Agreement with T. Mitchell Engineering for $99,330 for CNG fueling station upgrades
• Discussion/Action: Approve $83,245.93 reimbursement for Ripon Golf Club capital improvements
• Discussion/Action: Approve 2026 Short-Range Transit Plan evaluating transit demand and service changes

The City Council unanimously approved Ordinance 935 amending park rules, a $83,245.93 capital improvement request for the golf club, and the 2026 Short-Range Transit Plan. All consent calendar items, including resolutions for the Meadowood Assessment District and the SJCOG financial plan, a professional services agreement, a claim rejection, and an access agreement, were also adopted.

• Adopted Resolution 26-12 for Meadowood Assessment District formation and public hearing (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 26-13 accepting SJCOG annual financial plan (unanimous)
• Approved $99,330 professional services agreement with T. Mitchell Engineering for fueling station upgrades (unanimous)
• Rejected claim filed by Alejandro Morales (unanimous)
• Approved access agreement with Nestlé USA for groundwater monitoring well (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance 935 amending park use permit rules and prohibitions (unanimous)
• Approved $83,245.93 for Ripon Golf Club capital improvements (unanimous)
• Approved the 2026 Short-Range Transit Plan with service expansions (unanimous)

Parks & Recreation Commission

The regular meeting of the Ripon Parks & Recreation Commission scheduled for April 8, 2026 has been cancelled. The next meeting will be held on May 13, 2026.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The City Council will discuss funding for Ripon Golf Club improvements and the 2026 Short-Range Transit Plan. The body is also reviewing a park rules ordinance and the formation of the Meadowood Assessment District.

• Proposed $83,245.93 for Ripon Golf Club capital improvements
• Professional Services Agreement with T. Mitchell Engineering for fueling station upgrades up to $99,330
• Ordinance No. 935 amending Chapter 9.23 'General Rules for City Parks'
• Resolution to form Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1 for landscaping and irrigation
• Payment of $310,568.00 to Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority

The council unanimously adopted Ordinance 935, updating park use permits and rules. It also approved $83,245.93 for Ripon Golf Club improvements and adopted the 2026 Short‑Range Transit Plan. Additional actions included approving the Meadowood Assessment District report, accepting the San Joaquin Council of Governments financial plan, and authorizing agreements for CNG station design and a Nestlé groundwater monitoring well.

• Adopted Ordinance 935 amending park rules (unanimous)
• Approved $83,245.93 funding for Ripon Golf Club improvements (unanimous)
• Approved 2026 Short‑Range Transit Plan (vote not recorded)
• Approved Resolution 26‑12 establishing Meadowood Assessment District hearing (vote not recorded)
• Accepted SJCOG 2026‑2027 annual financial plan (vote not recorded)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Professional Services Agreement with T. Mitchell Engineering up to $99,330 (vote not recorded)
• Authorized Mayor to sign Access Agreement with Nestlé USA for groundwater monitoring well (vote not recorded)
• Rejected claim filed by Alejandro Morales (vote not recorded)

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will consider items on the consent calendar, including tax revenues and various payments, before voting on several resolutions. One resolution authorizes the destruction of specific financial records, and another makes findings that Police Sergeant Stephen Meece qualifies for disability retirement. The Council will also approve an amendment to a professional services agreement for micro‑transit research and accept completion of an EV charging station project.

• Resolution to authorize destruction of certain financial records per California Government Code
• Resolution finding Sergeant Stephen Meece eligible for industrial disability retirement under California Public Employees' Retirement Law
• Progress payment of $36,848.50 to Estate Design and Construction, Inc. for Senior Center Rehabilitation Project (Invoice #4)
• Amendment No. 1 to Professional Services Agreement with LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. for up to $4,340 (Local Transportation Fund balance $646,000)
• Acceptance of EV Charging Station Project by Valley 29 Electric, LLC with a retention amount of $6,969.92

The council unanimously adopted the February 10 minutes, amended the agenda, and approved the consent calendar. It adopted Resolutions 26‑10 and 26‑11, authorized an amendment to the LSC Transportation Consultants agreement, and accepted completion of the EV charging station and landscape repair projects. The Bank of Stockton invoice was approved with a 4‑0 vote after a member recused. No other substantive actions were taken.

• Approved February 10 minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 26‑10 authorizing destruction of certain financial records
• Approved Resolution 26‑11 confirming disability retirement for Sergeant Stephen Meece
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to LSC Transportation Consultants agreement ($4,340)
• Accepted EV charging station project; retention $6,969.92 withheld
• Approved Bank of Stockton invoice (4‑0, 1 abstention)

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will vote on several items, including acceptance of completed work on an EV charging station and a landscape repair project, and the approval of a $4,340 amendment to a professional services agreement for micro‑transit research. The council will also consider two resolutions—one to authorize destruction of certain financial records and another to determine disability retirement eligibility for Police Sergeant Stephen Meece. Additional agenda items cover routine payments and invoices listed on the consent calendar.

• Accept EV Charging Station Project (Valley 29 Electric, LLC) and withhold $6,969.92 retention
• Accept Landscape Repair Project (Grover Landscape Services, Inc.) and withhold $36,915.22 retention
• Amend Professional Services Agreement with LSC Transportation Consultants, Inc. for up to $4,340
• Resolution to authorize destruction of certain financial records, documents, instruments, books, and papers
• Resolution finding Police Sergeant Stephen Meece eligible for industrial disability retirement

The council adopted the February 10 minutes and amended the agenda and consent calendar unanimously. It approved the Bank of Stockton invoice (4‑0) and adopted two resolutions: one to destroy specific financial records and another to recognize Sergeant Stephen Meece’s disability retirement. Additional approvals included a $4,340 amendment for a micro‑transit study, acceptance of the EV charging station project with a $6,969.92 retention, and acceptance of a landscape repair project with a $36,915.22 retention.

• Approved February 10 council minutes (unanimous)
• Approved agenda amendment to pull Item 1.2E (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Bank of Stockton invoice (4‑0, Restuccia abstained)
• Adopted Resolution 26‑10 to destroy certain financial records
• Adopted Resolution 26‑11 granting disability retirement to Sgt. Stephen Meece
• Approved Amendment No. 1 to LSC Transportation Services agreement ($4,340 for micro‑transit study)
• Accepted EV Charging Station Project completion; retained $6,969.92

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will consider several resolutions, including the creation of Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1 to fund landscaping and irrigation maintenance. It will also update garbage service fees and approve a fiscal year 2024‑25 transfer to the Street and Road Reserve Fund. Additional items include an EV charging station change order, a 457 plan amendment, and settlement of a claim by Robert Umberger. Closed‑session matters cover pending litigation and a police sergeant employment case.

• Resolution to form Meadowood Assessment District No. 26-1 for landscaping and irrigation assessments
• Resolution updating garbage fees for additional services
• Resolution approving FY 2024‑25 financial transfer to the Street and Road Reserve Fund
• EV Charging Station Project Change Order No. 1 for two bollards, not to exceed $3,748.44 (Carbon Reduction Program Grant)
• Settlement of claim filed by Robert Umberger

The council unanimously adopted the minutes from the January meetings and the amended agenda. It also approved the consent calendar, the Quarterly Investment Report Review, and gave a first reading to Ordinance 934 to update speed limits on five road segments. Several project contracts and agreements, including an EV charging station change order, a potholing contract, and a professional services agreement with BaseCamp Environmental, were approved.

• Adopted minutes of Jan 13 and Jan 29 meetings (unanimous)
• Adopted agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Adopted consent calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Item 1.4B Quarterly Investment Report Review (unanimous)
• Approved Change Order No. 1 for EV charging station project, $3,748.44
• Approved potholing contract with Allen A. Waggoner Construction, $34,995
• Approved Professional Services Agreement with BaseCamp Environmental, Inc.
• First reading of Ordinance 934 to amend speed limits (unanimous, next hearing 3/10/2026)

City Council - Special Meeting

The City Council will meet for a special session. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss one case of potential or pending litigation.

• Closed session regarding one case of potential or pending litigation

The council met in a special session on Jan. 29, 2026. No public comments were received. The closed‑session discussion involved a pending litigation matter, but the city attorney reported that no reportable action was taken. The meeting was adjourned at 2:08 p.m.

Planning Commission - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will convene a special meeting on January 29, 2026 at 2:00 PM in the Council Chambers. The agenda includes a public discussion period for residents to address the council. A closed‑session portion will consider a potential or pending litigation case under California Government Code §54956.9(e)(1). No other agenda items are listed.

• Closed session: potential or pending litigation (1 case) under Cal. Gov. Code §54956.9(e)(1)
• Public discussion period for residents to address the council

The council met in closed session to address a pending litigation matter, but no reportable action was taken. The meeting was then adjourned at 2:08 PM.

City Council - Regular Meeting

The Ripon City Council will approve several resolutions, including accepting a grant deed from Calvary Reformed Church to acquire property for the Fulton Avenue expansion. It will also accept the audit report for the Transportation Development Act, Measure K, and Transit Enterprise funds for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The council will review and approve items on the consent calendar such as lease payments, franchise fees, and a senior center retrofit change order. A closed session will address existing litigation and labor negotiations.

• Accept grant deed from Calvary Reformed Church for Fulton Avenue expansion
• Accept audit report for Transportation Development Act, Measure K, and Transit Enterprise Fund (FY ending 6/30/2025)
• Monthly Acacia Avenue Cell Tower Lease payment to CCATT Holdings: $1,336.34
• Monthly Waste Management franchise fee: $1,897.39
• Senior Center Retrofit Project Change Order No. 2, not to exceed $65,843.85

The council adopted Ordinance 933, changing 1408 and 1444 W. Main St. from Professional Office (PO) to Community Commercial (C2) with a 3‑to‑1 vote. It also approved Resolution 26‑5, accepting a grant deed for city land once executed, unanimously. The water, sewer and garbage rate increases for 2026‑2030 were put into effect after fewer than the required 2,697 protest ballots were received.

• Adopted Ordinance 933 rezoning 1408 & 1444 W. Main St. to C2 (3‑to‑1)
• Approved Resolution 26‑5 accepting grant deed, adopted as amended (unanimous)
• Approved minutes of Dec 9, 2025 and Dec 23, 2025 meetings (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as amended (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar as amended (unanimous)
• Approved various payments and invoices totaling $309,900.59 (unanimous)
• Implemented 2026‑2030 water, sewer, garbage rate increases (no majority protest)
• Approved senior center Change Order No. 2 for $65,843.85 (unanimous)