Merced, CA
MercedCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$347,700 Typical home value $395,807 -1% yr/yr · +13.9% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Mon Oct 5, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Merced council weighs $1.22M Highway 59 widening design contract
The Merced City Council meets Monday, October 5, 2026, also sitting as the Public Finance and Economic Development Authority and Parking Authority. Most items are on the consent calendar, including a three-year extension of the City Manager's employment agreement, a $80,000 legal services amendment, and a parking lease with the El Capitan Hotel. Two public hearings cover street and utility easement vacations, and action items include building inspection contracts and a $1,223,480.80 engineering agreement for Highway 59 projects.
- Consent: Second Amendment to City Manager Employment Agreement adding a three-year term
- Consent: Fifth Amendment to Richards, Watson & Gershon legal services agreement, up to $80,000
- Consent: Lease of 59 parking spaces in the Ralph Shannon Parcade to El Capitan Hotel Merced, LLC at $2,520/month ($30,240/year)
- Consent: $60,000 cardiac monitor (LIFEPAK 35) for Fire Department Truck 51 from Stryker via Sourcewell
- Action: $1,223,480.80 professional services agreement with Dokken Engineering for Highway 59 Phase 1 widening and Black Rascal Creek bridge projects
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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, October 5, 2026
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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Wed Oct 7, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Merced Planning Commission meets Oct. 7 with no substantive items listed on the agenda
The Merced Planning Commission is scheduled to meet Wednesday, October 7, 2026, at 6:00 PM in the City Council Chamber at 678 W. 18th Street. The agenda consists of procedural sections only: call to order, roll call, public comment, a consent calendar, public hearings and action items, action items, information items, and adjournment. No specific projects, permits, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed under any of these headings in the supplied agenda text. The document also notes the Commission serves as the Board of Zoning Adjustment and the Design Review/Historic Preservation Commission.
- No consent calendar items are listed in the supplied agenda text
- No public hearing items are listed in the supplied agenda text
- No action items are listed in the supplied agenda text
- No information items are listed in the supplied agenda text
- Public comment rules: 3 minutes per speaker, reduced to 2 minutes if more than 10 speakers
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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, October 7, 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 …
Reuniones recientes
Wed Sep 30, 2026 · 3:00 PM
Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure Subcommittee
Merced subcommittee to weigh assessment ballots for 7 underfunded maintenance districts
The Merced Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure Subcommittee meets Wednesday, September 30, 2026 at 3:00 PM in the City Council Chamber. Members will discuss recommending that City Council authorize assessment ballot proceedings for seven maintenance districts identified as underfunded. They will also review repairs to the Bob Hart Square Fountain and consider whether to keep repairing it or convert it into a planter, and discuss the subcommittee's roles, duties, and meeting frequency. No final decisions are made by the subcommittee; items are recommendations or direction to staff and Council.
- Assessment ballot proceedings proposed for Campus North, East College Homes, Fahrens Park I, Hansen Park, Olivewood, Pleasanton Park, and Yosemite Village Maintenance Districts (Item 26-806)
- Bob Hart Square Fountain repairs: Option A keep the existing repair project, or Option B seek Council direction to convert the fountain into a planter (Item 26-822)
- Discussion of the subcommittee's roles and duties and how often it should meet, with a recommendation to Council (Item 26-795)
- Public comment accepted in person, by QR code, online, or by email to [email protected] before 10 AM on meeting day
- Spanish and Hmong translation and assisted hearing devices available at regular meetings
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Public Works, Roads, and Infrastructure Subcommittee
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
3:00 PM
Wednesday, September 30, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PUBLIC WORKS, ROADS, AND
INFRASTRUCTURE SUBCOMMITTEE
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Subcommittee 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 the Subcommittee 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 Subcommittee may submit a Request to
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• Comp …
Tue Sep 29, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Tax Transparency Commission
Commission to review Measure C and Y revenue reports
The Tax Transparency Commission will review Measure C and Measure Y revenue and expense reports as of June 30, 2026, and may provide direction to staff. The commission will also select a new vice chair and consider requests for future agenda items. The agenda includes routine items such as approving minutes and public comment.
- Review Measure C revenue and expense reports (June 30, 2026)
- Review Measure Y revenue and expense reports (June 30, 2026)
- Selection of a new Vice Chair
- Approval of May 12, 2026 minutes
- Request to add item to future agenda
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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 PM
Tuesday, September 29, 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
[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
Tax
Transparency Commission at …
Mon Sep 28, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
Merced Recreation & Parks Commission to consider dates for tours of City-leased facilities
The Merced Recreation & Parks Commission meets Monday, September 28, 2026 at 5:30 PM in the City Council Chamber at 678 W. 18th Street. The main action item is discussion and possible approval of dates for Commission tours of facilities leased by the City of Merced, along with authorizing staff to coordinate the tours and make minor schedule adjustments. The agenda also includes certificates of appreciation for four former Commissioners, a Parks and Community Services Department update, and routine business items on future agenda requests and Commission comments.
- Action item 26-829: consider approving dates for Commission tours of City-leased facilities and authorizing staff to coordinate them
- Ceremonial item 26-828: certificates of appreciation for former Commissioners Valente Huitron (District 4 and Chair), Walter Smith (District 1), Sabina C Abong (District 3), and Joseph Bauer (District 6)
- Report 26-826: Parks and Community Services Department updates from the previous month, information only
- Business item 26-831: request to add an item to a future agenda
- Public comment: 3 minutes per speaker; state law prohibits the Commission from acting on matters raised during public comment
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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 PM
Monday, September 28, 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 a …
Wed Sep 23, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Merced Planning Commission meets with no listed action items
This is a procedural-only agenda for the Merced Planning Commission's regular meeting. No specific projects, hearings, or action items are listed; the agenda contains only standard items like call to order, public comment, and adjournment.
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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, September 23, 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 residenc …
Tue Sep 22, 2026 · 5:00 PM
Public Safety Subcommittee
Subcommittee to weigh fire aid pact, bike safety code changes
The Merced Public Safety Subcommittee will receive updates on the automatic aid agreement for fire and emergency services with Merced County and on bicycle safety, including potential municipal code amendments for enforcement. They will also discuss their own roles, duties, and meeting frequency, and take public comment. No final decisions are expected; recommendations may be made to the City Council.
- Update on Automatic Aid Agreement for Fire and Emergency Services with Merced County
- Discussion of potential Merced Municipal Code amendments for bicycle-related enforcement
- Bicycle safety presentation covering trends, incidents, and education efforts
- Discussion of subcommittee roles, duties, and meeting frequency
- Public comment period for non-agenda items
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Public Safety Subcommittee
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
5:00 PM
Tuesday, September 22, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED PUBLIC SAFETY SUBCOMMITTEE
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Subcommittee 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 the Subcommittee 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.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK
Members of the audience who wish to address the Subcommittee may submit a Request to
Speak in one of the following ways:
• Complete a green Request to Speak card available at the back of the Council Chamber and
submit it to the Clerk, preferably before the item is called and/or the meeting begins.
• Scan the QR code corresponding to your preferred language (English, Hmong, or Spanish)
and follow the instructions.
• Submit a Request to Speak online by visiting PublicComment.cityofmerced.gov.
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Mon Sep 21, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Council reviews Parks Master Plan, hears public comment on General Plan vision
The Merced City Council will hold a study session to review the Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan and provide feedback before potential adoption. The regular meeting includes two public hearings: one on the draft vision statement for the Comprehensive General Plan Update and another on the HUD Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for Program Year 2025. The consent calendar includes several contracts and purchases, including a $209,500 legislative advocacy contract and multiple equipment purchases for Public Works.
- Study session on Parks, Recreation, and Open Space Master Plan
- Public hearing on draft vision statement for Comprehensive General Plan Update
- Public hearing and adoption of HUD CAPER for Program Year 2025 (Resolution 2026-63)
- First Amendment with California Public Policy Group for legislative advocacy, total $209,500
- Purchase of 2027 Chevrolet Tahoe 4WD for Fire Department, not to exceed $86,916
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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, September 21, 2026
Study Session at 4:00 PM/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 w …
Thu Sep 17, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Arts and Culture Advisory Commission
Commission to form subcommittees on public art and Renaissance Fair
The Arts and Culture Advisory Commission will consider approving minutes from March 26, 2026, and will hear reports on public art administration models and a potential Renaissance Fair at Applegate Park. The commission is expected to vote on establishing subcommittees for both topics and appointing members to them.
- Approve minutes of March 26, 2026 meeting
- Report on public art administration models
- Establish subcommittee on public art administration
- Report on Renaissance Fair at Applegate Park
- Establish subcommittee on Renaissance Fair exploration
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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 PM
Thursday, September 17, 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
[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 Board/Commission
at the appropriate time. Any correspondence received after 1 …
Tue Sep 15, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 4:00 PM
Personnel Board
Personnel Board to set dates for terminated employee appeal hearing
The Merced Personnel Board will consider routine consent items, including approving new and revised job descriptions and the August minutes, and will receive the Personnel Department's monthly report. The main business item is setting dates for an appeal hearing for a terminated employee, with the board asked to reserve four days in September or October. The agenda is largely procedural, with no major policy decisions or public hearings listed.
- Approve new job description for Lead Recreation Field and Facility Worker and revised descriptions for Water Distribution Operator I-II-III and Water Systems Operator
- Set dates for Personnel Board Hearing 2026-1, an appeal for a terminated employee, requiring 4 days in September or October
- Information only: employment opportunities that closed in August 2026
- Approve Personnel Board minutes of August 10, 2026
- Approve Personnel Department Monthly Report for August 2026
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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 PM
Monday, September 14, 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 …
Wed Sep 9, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
Planning Commission to vote on tobacco/alcohol permit near Sohal #8 store
The Merced Planning Commission will hold a public hearing and vote on a conditional use permit for Sohal #8 Merced Convenience Store and Car Wash to sell tobacco products, paraphernalia, and alcohol for off-site consumption. The meeting will also include routine approval of past minutes, election of leadership, and informational updates.
- Approve Conditional Use Permit #26-0023 for Sohal #8 Merced Convenience Store and Car Wash at 678 W. 18th Street
- Adopt Environmental Review #26-0069 (CEQA Class 32 Categorical Exemption) for in-fill development
- Approve Planning Commission Minutes of August 5, 2026
- Elect Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson for the Planning Commission
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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, September 9, 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 …
Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
City Council to vote on $467,600 health-evaluation contract and new vehicles
The Merced City Council will meet as the City Council, Public Finance and Economic Development Authority, and Parking Authority. Closed-session items include existing litigation and labor negotiations. The regular agenda includes ceremonial proclamations, contract awards, policy updates, and public hearings on street vacations.
- Award $467,600 contract to 1582 Medical Corporation, Inc. for annual health, wellness, and fitness evaluations over 3.3 years
- Purchase Kubota Rubber Tracks Excavator for $87,236.58 for Water Department
- Buy three Ford F-150 Police Responders for $167,594.58 for Police Department
- Adopt updated City Investment Policy and authorize signing authority for bank accounts
- Set October 5, 2026 public hearings to vacate portions of Canal (L) Street and West 7th Street easements
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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
Tuesday, September 8, 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 Ci …
Wed Sep 2, 2026 · 2:30 PM
Finance and Economic Development Subcommittee
Subcommittee to recommend developer for 626 W. Main Street property sale
The subcommittee will discuss its own roles, duties, and meeting frequency. Members will also review development proposals to recommend a buyer for the city-owned property at 626 W. Main Street.
- Recommendation to select the 'Porch on Main' proposal by Hopton Properties, LLC for 626 W. Main Street
- Sale of city-owned real property at 626 W. Main Street (APN 031-134-025) appraised at $55,000
- Discussion on setting recurring meeting dates and times for the subcommittee
- Review of three development proposals: Hopton Properties, LLC, 626 W. Main St., LLC, and ERE Construction
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CITY OF MERCED
Meeting Agenda
Merced Civic Center
678 W. 18th Street
Merced, CA 95340
Finance and Economic Development Subcommittee
City Council Chamber, 2nd Floor, Merced Civic
Center, 678 W. 18th Street, Merced, CA 95340
2:30 PM
Wednesday, September 2, 2026
NOTICE TO PUBLIC
WELCOME TO THE MEETING OF THE MERCED FINANCE AND ECONOMIC
DEVELOPMENT SUBCOMMITTEE
At least 72 hours prior to each regular Subcommittee 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 the Subcommittee 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 Subcommittee may submit a Request to
Speak in one of the following ways:
• Complete a green Re …
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 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 …
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 5:30 PM
Recreation & Parks Commission
Commission to review Parks, Recreation & Open Space Master Plan
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 to approve the plan and recommend City Council consideration. The agenda also includes public comment, requests for future agenda items, and commission comments.
- Review of Parks, Recreation, and Open Space (PROS) Master Plan
- Possible motion to approve PROS Master Plan and recommend Council adoption
- Public comment period (3 minutes per speaker)
- Request to add items to future agenda
- Commission comments
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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 PM
Monday, August 24, 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 …
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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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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 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
Members of the audience who wish to address the City …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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 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 …
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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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 …
Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 7:00 PM
Regional Airport Authority
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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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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.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK
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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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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.
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 …
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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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
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 …
Wed Jul 8, 2026 · 6:00 PM
Planning Commission
No se enumeran elementos específicos de la agenda para la reunión del 8 de julio de 2026
El texto proporcionado contiene solo información procesal sobre las reglas de comentario público y los protocolos de la reunión. No hay proyectos de desarrollo específicos, casos de uso de suelo o asuntos comerciales de la ciudad detallados en este documento.
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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
forms are received. Please use the microphone and state your name and city of residence fo …
Mon Jul 6, 2026 · 6:00 PM
City Council/Public Finance and Economic Development Authority/Parking Authority
Concejo aprueba contrato de drones por $479,994 y acuerdo de limpieza de aguas subterráneas por $282,000.
El Concejo Municipal de Merced revisará un calendario de consentimiento que contiene varios contratos de adquisición y compras financiadas con subvenciones. Las decisiones clave incluyen la adjudicación de un acuerdo de cuatro años para drones de respuesta de emergencia, la financiación de la remediación de aguas subterráneas y la compra de chalecos antibalas y cámaras de seguridad. La reunión también incluye una sesión cerrada para discutir litigios anticipados y un reconocimiento ceremonial.
- Contrato de 4 años con Motorola Solutions para drones de respuesta de emergencia BRINC hasta $479,993.99
- Dos acuerdos con Provost and Pritchard Engineering para la limpieza de aguas subterráneas de PCE por un total de $282,000
- Compra de chalecos antibalas de Angel Armor hasta $61,830.40 con fondos de subvención del DOJ
- Aceptación de donación de $20,800 de MTID para 17 sistemas de cámaras de luz azul
- Compra cooperativa estatal de software municipal y soluciones tecnológicas hasta $275,000
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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.
PUBLIC COMMENT: OBTAIN SPEAKER CARD FROM THE CITY CLERK:
Members of the audience who wish to address the City Co …
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