Joint City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority and Successor Housing Agency

I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA V. PUBLIC COMMENT CITY OF SOLEDAD JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025 248 MAIN STREET, SOLEDAD, CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM The public meeting will open at 6:00 p.m. https://cityofsoledad.zoom.us/j/87699784458 Or Call: 1-669-900-6833 and use Meeting ID: 876 9978 4458 Welcome to your City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Meeting. Your City Councilmembers/Agencymembers are: Mayor Anna Velazquez Mayor Pro Tem Fernando Cabrera Councilmember Fernando Ansaldo-Sánchez Councilmember Evarista Bañuelos Councilmember Ben Caldera Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum 2/3 vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon request of staff or upon action of the Council. At this time any member of the public may address the City Council on items not appearing on the agenda and items of interest to the public that are within the jurisdiction of the Council. A public comment card should be filled out completely to ensure the speaker is called upon to give comment. Public comments are generally limited to three (3) minutes; the mayor may further limit 1

VI. YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT 1. Soledad Youth Council Update VII. PRESENTATIONS 1. Soledad Little League Annual Report VIII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes 2. Warrants 3. Human Resources Activity Log 4. Parks and Recreation Activity Report 5. Public Works Activity Report the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule. Please be brief and to the point. No action or discussion shall be taken on an item not appearing on the agenda. Attachments: Staff Report Attachments: Staff Report Soledad Little League 2025 Activity Report Attachments: Staff Report Minutes of 11/19/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report 11/14/2025 - 11/23/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 10/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: 2

6. Police Department Activity Report 7. Fire Department November Activity Report 8. Community and Economic Development Department Activity Report 9. Resolution No. 6304, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad approving Amendment No. 1 of the Summary of Job Classifications and Salary Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025/26 10. Resolution No. 6305, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving the Application for the Whale Tail Competitive Grants Program for up to $50,000, and authorizing the City Manager to Execute Said Application on Behalf of the City of Soledad. 11. Resolution No. 6306, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Accepting the Water Reclamation Facility Metal Building Project as Complete by Plummerbuilt Inc. and Authorizing Staff Report PW Activity Report COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 11/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Soledad Activity Report 11/2025 Call Volume 11/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Building Permits Log - 11/25 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6304 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6305 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ 3

the Release of Retention in the Amount of $35,311.55 12. Resolution No. 6307, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to Provide Planning Services for the Renewable Oasis Truck Stop Project to December 31, 2026 13. Resolution No. 6308, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to Provide Planning Services for the Almond Acres Subdivision Project to June 30, 2026 14. Resolution No. 6309, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Authorizing the City Manager to Dispense with Bidding Pursuant to Soledad Municipal Code Section 3.24.040 and to Execute a Contract for the Purchase Twenty-Five Axon Taser 10 CEW Devices, Battery Packs, Holsters, and Cartridges for $120,962.55 Financed with Traffic Safety Funds 15. Resolution No. 6310, A Resolution of The City Council of The City of Soledad Approving In- Kind City Services and the Street Closures for the Annual Our Lady of Guadalupe Processions hosted by the Our Lady of Solitude Parish Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6306 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6307 Exhibit A Attachment 1- Renewable Oasis Truck Stop CEQA Proposal Attachent 2- Soledad Renewable Truck Depot COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6308 Exhibit A- Amendment #1 Attachment 1 - Contract Almond Acres Focused EIR COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6309 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ 4

IX. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Waiver of Reading, Adoption and Read by Title Only of Ordinance No. 779, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Soledad Repealing Chapter 15.08 of the Soledad Municipal Code Entitled “Adoption of California Building Code,” and Adopting New Chapter 15.08 Entitled “Adoption of California Building Code,” and Adopting by Reference the “2025 California Building Standards Codes (Title 24, California Code of Regulations, Parts 1 through 12),” the “1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings,” and the “2024 International Property Maintenance Code.” X. MAYOR'S REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS XI. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS XII. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT XIII. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS XIV. ADJOURNMENT Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6310 Our Lady of Solitude Procession 12.12.25 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Receive the Staff Report open the Public Hearing close the Public Hearing Council Action Attachments: Staff Report Ordinance No. 779 Building Code Presentation COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Deputy City Clerk Darlene Noriega at (831) 223-5014. Notification of at least 48hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (RCRF 35.102-35.104). Any writing or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at City Hall located at 248 Main Street, Soledad, California during normal business hours. En caso que usted necesite ayuda en leer o en entender este aviso de Junta Publica, usted puede ponerse en contacto con la oficina del Edificio Municipal en 248 Calle Main o llamar al número (831) 223-5014, y el aviso será traducido para usted. Cualquier escrito o documento proporcionado a la mayoría del Concejo Municipal con respecto a cualquier asunto en esta agenda se pondrá a disposición para inspección pública en el Ayuntamiento ubicado en 248 Main Street, Soledad, California durante el horario laboral. 5

Advanced submittal of public comments via email are due by 2:00 P.M. on the day of the scheduled meeting to the Deputy City Clerk at darlene.noriega@cityofsoledad.com Comments are limited to 250 words or less and effort will be made to read your comment into the record, but some comments may not be read due to time limitations. The City Clerk will read email comments, provided that the reading shall not exceed three (3) minutes. The email comments submitted shall become part of the record. La entrega anticipada de comentarios públicos por correo electrónico debe presentarse antes de las 2:00 p.m. del día de la reunión programada a la Secretaria Municipal al email darlene.noriega@cityofsoledad.com. Los comentarios están limitados a 250 palabras o menos y se hará un esfuerzo para leer su comentario en el registro, pero es posible que algunos comentarios no se lean debido a limitaciones de tiempo. La Secretaria Municipal leerá los comentarios del correo electrónico, siempre que la lectura no exceda los tres (3) minutos. Los comentarios enviados por correo electrónico pasarán a formar parte del registro. . 6

11/26/2025 CERTIFICATION I, Megan Hunter, City Clerk of the City of Soledad, do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing Joint City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Agenda was posted at City Hall by Wednesday, November 26, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Megan Hunter, City Clerk/Manager

I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE IV. ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA V. PUBLIC COMMENT CITY OF SOLEDAD JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2025 248 MAIN STREET, SOLEDAD, CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM The public meeting will open at 6:00 p.m. https://cityofsoledad.zoom.us/j/87699784458 Or Call: 1-669-900-6833 and use Meeting ID: 876 9978 4458 Welcome to your City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Meeting. Your City Councilmembers/Agencymembers are: Mayor Anna Velazquez Mayor Pro Tem Fernando Cabrera Councilmember Fernando Ansaldo-Sánchez Councilmember Evarista Bañuelos Councilmember Ben Caldera Items of business may be added to the agenda upon a motion adopted by a minimum 2/3 vote finding that there is a need to take immediate action and that the need for action came to the attention of the City subsequent to the agenda being posted. Items may be deleted from the agenda upon request of staff or upon action of the Council. At this time any member of the public may address the City Council on items not appearing on the agenda and items of interest to the public that are within the jurisdiction of the Council. A public comment card should be filled out completely to ensure the speaker is called upon to give comment. Public comments are generally limited to three (3) minutes; the mayor may further limit 1 1

VI. YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT 1. Soledad Youth Council Update VII. PRESENTATIONS 1. Soledad Little League Annual Report VIII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes 2. Warrants 3. Human Resources Activity Log 4. Parks and Recreation Activity Report 5. Public Works Activity Report the time for public comments depending on the agenda schedule. Please be brief and to the point. No action or discussion shall be taken on an item not appearing on the agenda. Attachments: Staff Report Attachments: Staff Report Soledad Little League 2025 Activity Report Attachments: Staff Report Minutes of 11/19/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report 11/14/2025 - 11/23/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 10/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: 2 2

6. Police Department Activity Report 7. Fire Department November Activity Report 8. Community and Economic Development Department Activity Report 9. Resolution No. 6304, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad approving Amendment No. 1 of the Summary of Job Classifications and Salary Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025/26 10. Resolution No. 6305, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving the Application for the Whale Tail Competitive Grants Program for up to $50,000, and authorizing the City Manager to Execute Said Application on Behalf of the City of Soledad. 11. Resolution No. 6306, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Accepting the Water Reclamation Facility Metal Building Project as Complete by Plummerbuilt Inc. and Authorizing Staff Report PW Activity Report COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 11/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Soledad Activity Report 11/2025 Call Volume 11/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Building Permits Log - 11/25 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6304 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6305 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ 3 3

the Release of Retention in the Amount of $35,311.55 12. Resolution No. 6307, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing Amendment #1 to the Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to Provide Planning Services for the Renewable Oasis Truck Stop Project to December 31, 2026 13. Resolution No. 6308, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing Amendment No. 1 to the Professional Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. to Provide Planning Services for the Almond Acres Subdivision Project to June 30, 2026 14. Resolution No. 6309, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Authorizing the City Manager to Dispense with Bidding Pursuant to Soledad Municipal Code Section 3.24.040 and to Execute a Contract for the Purchase Twenty-Five Axon Taser 10 CEW Devices, Battery Packs, Holsters, and Cartridges for $120,962.55 Financed with Traffic Safety Funds 15. Resolution No. 6310, A Resolution of The City Council of The City of Soledad Approving In- Kind City Services and the Street Closures for the Annual Our Lady of Guadalupe Processions hosted by the Our Lady of Solitude Parish Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6306 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6307 Exhibit A Attachment 1- Renewable Oasis Truck Stop CEQA Proposal Attachent 2- Soledad Renewable Truck Depot COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6308 Exhibit A- Amendment #1 Attachment 1 - Contract Almond Acres Focused EIR COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6309 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ 4 4

IX. PUBLIC HEARING 1. Waiver of Reading, Adoption and Read by Title Only of Ordinance No. 779, An Ordinance of the City Council of the City of Soledad Repealing Chapter 15.08 of the Soledad Municipal Code Entitled “Adoption of California Building Code,” and Adopting New Chapter 15.08 Entitled “Adoption of California Building Code,” and Adopting by Reference the “2025 California Building Standards Codes (Title 24, California Code of Regulations, Parts 1 through 12),” the “1997 Uniform Code for the Abatement of Dangerous Buildings,” and the “2024 International Property Maintenance Code.” X. MAYOR'S REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS XI. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENTS XII. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT XIII. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS XIV. ADJOURNMENT Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6310 Our Lady of Solitude Procession 12.12.25 COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ Receive the Staff Report open the Public Hearing close the Public Hearing Council Action Attachments: Staff Report Ordinance No. 779 Building Code Presentation COUNCIL ACTION: _______________________________ In compliance with the American with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact Deputy City Clerk Darlene Noriega at (831) 223-5014. Notification of at least 48hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting. (RCRF 35.102-35.104). Any writing or documents provided to a majority of the City Council regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at City Hall located at 248 Main Street, Soledad, California during normal business hours. En caso que usted necesite ayuda en leer o en entender este aviso de Junta Publica, usted puede ponerse en contacto con la oficina del Edificio Municipal en 248 Calle Main o llamar al número (831) 223-5014, y el aviso será traducido para usted. Cualquier escrito o documento proporcionado a la mayoría del Concejo Municipal con respecto a cualquier asunto en esta agenda se pondrá a disposición para inspección pública en el Ayuntamiento ubicado en 248 Main Street, Soledad, California durante el horario laboral. 5 5

Advanced submittal of public comments via email are due by 2:00 P.M. on the day of the scheduled meeting to the Deputy City Clerk at darlene.noriega@cityofsoledad.com Comments are limited to 250 words or less and effort will be made to read your comment into the record, but some comments may not be read due to time limitations. The City Clerk will read email comments, provided that the reading shall not exceed three (3) minutes. The email comments submitted shall become part of the record. La entrega anticipada de comentarios públicos por correo electrónico debe presentarse antes de las 2:00 p.m. del día de la reunión programada a la Secretaria Municipal al email darlene.noriega@cityofsoledad.com. Los comentarios están limitados a 250 palabras o menos y se hará un esfuerzo para leer su comentario en el registro, pero es posible que algunos comentarios no se lean debido a limitaciones de tiempo. La Secretaria Municipal leerá los comentarios del correo electrónico, siempre que la lectura no exceda los tres (3) minutos. Los comentarios enviados por correo electrónico pasarán a formar parte del registro. . 6 6

11/26/2025 CERTIFICATION I, Megan Hunter, City Clerk of the City of Soledad, do hereby certify that a copy of the foregoing Joint City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Agenda was posted at City Hall by Wednesday, November 26, 2025, by 5:00 p.m. Megan Hunter, City Clerk/Manager 7

SUBJECT: Soledad Youth Council Update TO: Honorable Mayor Velasquez and City Council FROM: Jessica Potts, Parks and Recreation Director MEETING DATE: December 3, 2025 CITY OF SOLEDAD STAFF REPORT THROUGH: Megan Hunter, City Manager AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. Recommendation Receive a presentation providing a program update on the Soledad Youth Council and Youth Commissioner Program. Executive Summary The Soledad Youth Council (SYC) is committed to fostering youth leadership, civic engagement, and community collaboration. This report provides an overview of key activities and accomplishments from the past quarter, reflecting the Council’s active role in addressing community priorities. Presenting: Cindy Alcaraz, Giovanni Bravo, and Marilyn Ramirez-Peña This month, Youth Commissioners will provide an update on their primary initiative, street safety, and share highlights from seasonal outreach projects. Background The Soledad Youth Council was established in 2019 to engage young residents in civic processes, leadership development, and community service. Now administered by the Parks & Recreation Department, the Council meets twice monthly and includes both volunteer youth members and appointed Youth Commissioners, who are paid hourly for their service. Each program year, the Council selects a key issue for hands-on focus through research, public engagement, and events. These initiatives are intended to reflect youth concerns and provide leadership opportunities grounded in community impact. In past years, projects have included surveys and presentations on youth recreational needs and life skills education. Review & Analysis Since the start of the 2025–26 program year, the Youth Council has prioritized a focused, actionable initiative to support community well-being. Their street safety project aims to address deteriorating 8

road markings and improve visibility and awareness for both drivers and pedestrians. Council members have conducted field assessments to identify locations most in need of repainting. They are compiling a prioritized list of intersections and school-adjacent areas and plan to coordinate with City staff for review and future implementation steps. To deepen their understanding of public safety issues and contribute beyond observation, the Council has scheduled a meeting with the Soledad Police Department on December 1, 2025, to discuss pedestrian visibility, potential hazards, and opportunities for collaborative education campaigns. Additional outreach this month includes: December 6, 2025: Youth Council members will host a booth at the City’s Christmas Parade, selling edible holiday crafts to raise funds for future youth-led initiatives. December 14, 2025: A community service visit to Eden Valley Care Center, where Youth Council members will lead a holiday arts and crafts activity with senior residents. This intergenerational outreach is designed to foster community connection and seasonal spirit. The Council continues to meet twice monthly and receive guidance from Parks & Recreation staff. They are progressing with a focused strategy and are expected to return in February with updates on the safe streets initiative and early 2026 project goals. Financial Considerations Youth Commissioners are paid through the Parks and Recreation operational budget at a rate of $16.50 per hour, with work hours not to exceed 10 per week per commissioner. Alternatives Receive the presentation and report as recommended Request modifications to the program reporting or structure Decline to receive the presentation or report Planning/CEQA Not Applicable Public Notice Requirements Not Applicable 9

SUBJECT: Soledad Little League Annual Report TO: Honorable Mayor Velazquez and City Council FROM: Jessica Potts, Parks and Recreation Director MEETING DATE: December 3, 2025 CITY OF SOLEDAD STAFF REPORT THROUGH: Megan Hunter, City Manager AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. Recommendation Receive the annual presentation from the Soledad Little League regarding the 2025 season and associated facility use as outlined in the Facility Use Agreement (FUA) with the City of Soledad. Executive Summary The Soledad Little League is scheduled to provide its required annual presentation to the City Council summarizing its 2025 season. This presentation is a condition of the current Facility Use Agreement between the League and the City, which outlines shared use and maintenance responsibilities for Chester Aaroe Park and Jesse Gallardo Park (Field 3). A representative from the League will provide a summary of the season, including participation data, field use, volunteer efforts, and general coordination with City staff. The League’s written report will be included as an attachment upon receipt. Staff has also requested a summary from Public Works regarding facility coordination and maintenance outcomes to support a full and transparent review. Background The City of Soledad entered into a three-year Facility Use Agreement (FUA) with Soledad Little League on February 6, 2025. The agreement authorizes the use of Chester Aaroe Park and Jesse Gallardo Park (Field 3) for youth baseball activities during the spring and summer season and outlines operational responsibilities, including maintenance, volunteer efforts, field coordination, and concession use. Per Section 3(L) of the FUA, the League is required to submit and present an annual report to the City Council each December for the duration of the agreement. Review & Analysis The League's report includes an overview of its 2025 season, highlighting: 10

Soledad Little League 2025 Activity Report Total Players Registered: 144, ages 4–14 Team Structure: 13 teams across five divisions (T-Ball, Farm, Minors, Majors, Juniors) Volunteer Support: 49 registered volunteers, with over 1,200 estimated volunteer hours contributed to coaching, game-day operations, field prep, and snack bar staffing Field Use: Games and practices took place at Chester Aaroe and Gallardo Field 3, with interleague play hosted in partnership with District 9 Facility Improvements: League volunteers completed numerous maintenance tasks, including sanding/staining dugouts, adding infield mix to multiple fields, installing a new fridge in the snack bar, and replacing equipment such as home plate and batting cage nets Public Works Coordination: Maintained regular communication throughout the season; no formal infrastructure requests were made, and Public Works reported no concerns Events and Engagement: Hosted opening/closing ceremonies and fundraising events with strong support from local schools, families, and community partners Scholarship Information: No scholarships were provided for this year. Early registration discounts were offered to make fees more accessible to the community. This presentation provides an opportunity for the City Council to evaluate the success of the League's programming, its compliance with the Facility Use Agreement, and its role in supporting youth development and community engagement Financial Considerations None Alternatives Hear the report from the Soledad Little League Do not hear the report and provide other direction to staff Planning/CEQA The City of Soledad has determined that the proposed action of receiving an annual presentation from the Soledad Little League is not a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per Guidelines Section 15378. Because the proposed action and this matter have no potential to cause any effect on the environment or because it falls within a category of activities excluded as projects pursuant to CEQA Guidelines section 15378. Public Notice Requirements Not Applicable Attachment(s): 11

Soledad Little League – 2025 Annual Report Presented to the Soledad City Council December 3, 2025 Submitted by: Chris Camacho, 2025 League President 1. Board of Directors – 2025 Season The 2025 season was led by a nine-member Board of Directors, elected at the close of the 2024 season and actively engaged through July 2025:  Chris Camacho, President  Gabriel Zavala, Vice President  Monica Orozco, Secretary  Marla Camacho, Treasurer  Jose Pimentel, Player Agent  Robert Ramirez, Safety Coordinator / Information Officer  Henry Tavarez, Coaches Coordinator / Scheduler  James Nichols, Field & Equipment Manager  Victor Panera, Board Member 2. Participation Overview  Total Registered Players: 144  Ages Served: 4 to 14 years old  Division Breakdown: o T-Ball: 4 teams (12 games per team, all home games at Chester/Gallardo) o Farm: 4 teams (12 games per team, all home games at Chester/Gallardo) o Minors: 2 teams (18 games/team; half played in Soledad, half within District 9) o Majors: 2 teams (21 games/team; half local, half within District 9) o Juniors: 1 team (17 games total; split home/away) 3. Volunteer Engagement  Total Registered Volunteers: 49 12

 Additional Community Supporters: 50+ o Roles included: coaches, team parents, scoreboard operators, snack bar workers, and field prep crews  Estimated Volunteer Hours: 1,200+ hours o Contributions spanned both the off-season and active season 4. Maintenance & Improvements (August 2024–July 2025) In accordance with the Facility Use Agreement (FUA), the League completed several field maintenance and facility improvement projects:  Sanded and re-stained dugouts  Added infield mix (dirt) to Chester Aaroe, Gallardo Field 3, and both Gallardo softball fields  Repaired 1st base peg  Replaced home plate and pitcher’s rubber at Chester Aaroe  Edged and cleaned the warning track at Gallardo Field 3  Cleaned and reorganized the former snack bar  Purchased a new two-door refrigerator for the new snack bar  Installed new batting cage netting All maintenance was carried out by League volunteers, aligning with seasonal needs and FUA expectations. 5. Coordination with Public Works The League maintained ongoing communication with Public Works throughout the season. This included:  Daily and weekly check-ins during peak field use  Collaborative discussions on field upkeep  No formal infrastructure alteration requests were submitted in 2025 Public Works staff confirmed that all responsibilities under the FUA were met and reported no concerns regarding field conditions. 6. Events & Community Engagement  Ceremonies: Opening and closing ceremonies were held and well-attended 13

 Fundraisers: Conducted with strong support from local businesses and families  School Partnerships: Local schools provided space for practices and volunteer support  Community Recognition: The League acknowledges the importance of support from residents, City leaders, and businesses as a part of operating as a non- profit 7. Transition & Outlook for 2026 The 2025 season concluded successfully with no major issues. The Board has since transitioned leadership to a newly elected group for the 2026 season. The outgoing Board is confident the League is positioned for continued success with the ongoing support of the Soledad community and City partnership. Closing Statement The Soledad Little League remains a committed partner in providing safe, high-quality youth sports opportunities. We thank the City of Soledad, the Parks and Recreation Department, and Public Works for their continued support and collaboration. 14

SUBJECT: Minutes TO: Honorable Mayor Velazquez and City Council FROM: Darlene Noriega, Deputy City Clerk COUNCIL COMMUNICATION THROUGH: Megan Hunter, City Manager MEETING DATE: December 3, 2025 AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. 15

Minutes City of Soledad Joint City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority/Successor Housing Agency/ Regular Meeting November 19, 2025 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Velazquez called the Joint City Council/ Successor Agency/ Housing Authority/ Successor Housing Agency/ Regular Meeting to order at 6:00 p.m. ROLL CALL The Following Councilmembers/Agency members were present when the meeting was called to order: Mayor/Chair Anna M. Velazquez Mayor Pro Tem/Agency Member Fernando Cabrera Councilmember/Agency Member Fernando Ansaldo-Sánchez Councilmember/Agency Member Evarista Bañuelos Councilmember/Agency Member Ben Caldera THE FOLLOWING COUNCILMEMBER WAS ABSENT None PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Diana Gallegos led the Pledge of Allegiance. ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA Mayor Velazquez had one addition to the agenda: 1. Mutual Aid to the City of Gonzales for Temporary Wastewater Final Treatment and Disposal Motion: Mayor Velazquez motioned to approve adding the urgent item. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Ansaldo-Sánchez and passed by unanimous vote: Action Ayes: Velazquez, Ansaldo-Sánchez, Caldera, Bañuelos, Cabrera Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: None Mayor Velazquez placed the urgent item in the Business section of the agenda as B-1. PUBLIC COMMENT Diana Gallegos said she and her daughter would like to host a Thanksgiving Dinner for residents of Soledad and would like to know if this is possible. 16

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of November 19, 2025 Page 2 of 5 Both Mayor Velazquez and Councilmember Bañuelos provided the Community & Economic Development Director, Beatriz Trujillo, with Ms. Gallegos’s contact information so that staff can follow up with any necessary information. CONSENT CALENDAR There were no public comments. Mayor Velazquez requested a separate discussion for item number C-3. Motion: Councilmember Bañuelos motioned to approve items C-1 and C-2. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Caldera and passed by unanimous vote: Action Ayes: Bañuelos, Caldera, Ansaldo-Sánchez, Cabrera, Velazquez Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: None C-1. Minutes of 11/05/2025 C-2. Warrants 10/29/2025 – 11/13/2025 Motion: Councilmember Bañuelos motioned to approve Resolution No. 6302. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Ansaldo-Sánchez and passed by unanimous vote: Action Ayes: Bañuelos, Ansaldo-Sánchez Caldera, Cabrera, Velazquez Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: None C-3. Resolution No. 6302, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 4 to the Professional Services Agreement with Benitez Security Services, Inc., Extending the Contract Term Through January 25, 2026, and Increasing the Total Contract Amount to an Amount Not to Exceed $195,750 Councilmembers had numerous questions. Community & Economic Development Director Beatriz Trujillo addressed all questions presented. There were no public comments. PUBLIC HEARING PH-1. Public Hearing for Resolution No 6303, A Resolution of the City Council of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving the Submittal of the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Application under the 2025 Funding Cycle Economic Development Coordinator Tencia Vargas presented the staff report and presentation. The Public He