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

I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS IV. CLOSED SESSION CITY OF SOLEDAD JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2025 CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://cityofsoledad.zoom.us/j/89748494029 Or Call 1-669-900-6833 Meeting ID: 897 4849 4029 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-Sanchez Councilmember Evarista Banuelos Councilmember Ben Caldera At this time, any member of the public may address the Council/Agency on Closed Session items appearing on the agenda. Speakers will have a limited time of three (3) minutes. Please be brief and to the point. 1. The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)(d)(1) to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the City is a party: WC Claim of Bravo 2. The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City’s negotiator concerning the sale/exchange/lease of property located at Assessor Parcel Numbers 022-533-028-000. 1

V. CLOSED SESSION REPORTS VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE VII. ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT IX. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES X. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS XI. YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT 1. Soledad Youth Council (SYC) Monthly Report XII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes 2. Warrants 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 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. Zachary Corda, Water Department, Maintenance Worker Valente Reynozo, Parks Department, Maintenance Worker Christopher Diaz, Parks Department, Maintenance Worker Jerry Zavala, Wastewater Department, Utility Maintenance Mechanic Carla James, Water Resources Manager Luciano Morga, Utility Maintenance Mechanic 1. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Proclamation in Honor of Black History Month to The Village Project. 2. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Certificate of Achievement to Natasha McCann. 3. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Proclamation in Recognition of the Community Work of Lideres Campesinas. Attachments: Staff Report Attachments: Staff Report Minutes of 12-18-2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: 2

3. Human Resources Department Activity Report 4. Community and Economic Development Department Activity Report 5. Parks and Recreation Department Activity Report 6. Public Works Department Activity Report 7. Police Department Activity Reports 8. Fire Department Activity Report Staff Report 56165 - 56370 Department Credit Card Logs - 12/2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Placer AI Data Building Permits Issued 12/2024 Building Permits Issued 01/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report December & 2nd Qtr. Report 2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 02/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report December 2024 January 2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report 3

9. Community Engagement Department Activity Report 10. Resolution No. 6189, A Resolution of the City Council of The City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Facility Use Agreement Between the City and the Soledad Little League. 11. Resolution No. 6191, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Declaring Surplus Equipment and Authorizing the Sale, Donation, or Disposal of such Property 12. Resolution No. 6192, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professionals Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $70,000 to Provide Planning Services for the Almond Acres Subdivision Project. 13. Resolution No. 6193, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a Contract for Construction Services with Zara Construction Inc. in an Amount of $192,164 Plus a 15% Contingency for a Total not to Exceed Amount of $220,988.60 for the Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle (HSIP) 10 and Authorizing The City Manager to Execute said Soledad Activity Report 1/2025 Call Volume 12/2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6189 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6191 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6192 Exhibit A - EMC Contract for Almond Acres EIR Map Agreement Almond Acres Focused EIR COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ 4

Contract on Behalf of the City of Soledad 14. Resolution No. 6194, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a List of Proclamations for the Calendar Year 2025 15. Resolution No. 6195, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Establishing 2025 City Council Meeting Dates XIII. MAYOR'S REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS XIV. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS XV. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT XVI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS XVII. ADJOURNMENT Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6193 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6194 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6195 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 5

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. 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

01/31/2025 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 Friday, January 31, 2025, at 5:00 p.m. Megan Hunter, City Clerk/Manager

I. CALL TO ORDER II. ROLL CALL III. PUBLIC COMMENT - CLOSED SESSION ITEMS IV. CLOSED SESSION CITY OF SOLEDAD JOINT CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/HOUSING AUTHORITY AND SUCCESSOR HOUSING AGENCY REGULAR MEETING AGENDA WEDNESDAY, FEBRUARY 5, 2025 CITY HALL, COUNCIL CHAMBERS 6:00 PM Join Zoom Meeting https://cityofsoledad.zoom.us/j/89748494029 Or Call 1-669-900-6833 Welcome to your City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Meeting. Your City Councilmembers/Agencymembers are: Mayor Anna Velazquez Councilmember Fernando Cabrera Councilmember Fernando Ansaldo-Sanchez Councilmember Evarista Banuelos Councilmember Ben Caldera At this time, any member of the public may address the Council/Agency on Closed Session items appearing on the agenda. Speakers will have a limited time of three (3) minutes. Please be brief and to the point. 1. The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(a)(d)(1) to confer with its attorney regarding pending litigation which has been initiated formally and to which the City is a party: WC Claim of Bravo 2. The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City’s negotiator concerning the sale/exchange/lease of property located at Assessor Parcel Numbers 022-533-028-000. 1

V. CLOSED SESSION REPORTS VI. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE VII. ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA VIII. PUBLIC COMMENT IX. INTRODUCTION OF NEW EMPLOYEES X. COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS XI. YOUTH COUNCIL REPORT 1. Soledad Youth Council (SYC) Monthly Report XII. CONSENT CALENDAR 1. Minutes 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 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. Zachary Corda, Water Department, Maintenance Worker Valente Reynozo, Parks Department, Maintenance Worker Christopher Diaz, Parks Department, Maintenance Worker Jerry Zavala, Wastewater Department, Utility Maintenance Mechanic Carla James, Water Resources Manager Luciano Morga, Utility Maintenance Mechanic 1. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Proclamation in Honor of Black History Month to The Village Project. 2. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Certificate of Achievement to Natasha McCann. 3. The City Council of the City of Soledad will present a Proclamation in Recognition of the Community Work of Lideres Campesinas. Attachments: Staff Report Attachments: Staff Report Minutes_of_12-18-2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ 2

2. Warrants 3. Human Resources Department Activity Report 4. Community and Economic Development Department Activity Report 5. Parks and Recreation Department Activity Report 6. Public Works Department Activity Report 7. Police Department Activity Reports 8. Fire Department Activity Report Attachments: Staff Report 56165 - 56370 Department Credit Card Logs - 12/2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Placer AI Data Building Permits Issued 12/2024 Building Permits Issued 01/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report December & 2nd Qtr. Report 2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Activity Report 02/2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report December 2024 January 2025 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ 3

9. Community Engagement Department Activity Report 10. Resolution No. 6189, A Resolution of the City Council of The City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Facility Use Agreement Between the City and the Soledad Little League. 11. Resolution No. 6191, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Declaring Surplus Equipment and Authorizing the Sale, Donation, or Disposal of such Property 12. Resolution No. 6192, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Professionals Services Agreement with EMC Planning Group, Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $70,000 to Provide Planning Services for the Almond Acres Subdivision Project. 13. Resolution No. 6193, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a Contract for Construction Services with Zara Construction Inc. in an Amount of $192,164 Plus a Attachments: Staff Report Soledad Activity Report 1/2025 Call Volume 12/2024 COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6189 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6191 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Exhibit A - EMC Contract for Almond Acres EIR Resolution No. 6192 Map Agreement_Almond Acres Focused EIR COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ 4

15% Contingency for a Total not to Exceed Amount of $220,988.60 for the Highway Safety Improvement Program Cycle (HSIP) 10 and Authorizing The City Manager to Execute said Contract on Behalf of the City of Soledad 14. Resolution No. 6194, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a List of Proclamations for the Calendar Year 2025 15. Resolution No. 6195, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Establishing 2025 City Council Meeting Dates XIII. MAYOR'S REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS XIV. COUNCILMEMBERS' REPORTS AND ACKNOWLEDGMENTS XV. CITY MANAGER'S REPORT XVI. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS XVII. ADJOURNMENT Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6193 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6194 Exhibit A COUNCIL ACTION: ________________________________ Attachments: Staff Report Resolution No. 6195 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. 5

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. 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

SUBJECT: Soledad Youth Council (SYC) Monthly Report TO: Honorable Mayor Anna Velazquez and City Council FROM: Yessica Ornelas and Youth Commissioners MEETING DATE: February 5, 2025 CITY OF SOLEDAD STAFF REPORT THROUGH: Megan Hunter, City Manager AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. Recommendation None 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, presentations, and accomplishments from the past quarter, reflecting the Council’s active role in supporting city initiatives and addressing community needs. Background The selection of the Soledad Youth Commissioners and Youth Council was finalized in late 2024. This report outlines their activities. Review & Analysis Parks and Recreation Master Plan Presentation Youth Council Commissioners delivered a presentation on the Parks and Recreation Master Plan to SYC members. The presentation focused on the framework categories used to evaluate and prioritize construction and improvement projects, including parks, recreational facilities, and open spaces. Members gained a detailed understanding of the master plan’s objectives and its importance in shaping the city’s recreational landscape. The session also helped identify potential areas where youth could contribute ideas, particularly in the development of youth-focused facilities and programs. The SYC plans to collaborate with the Parks and Recreation Department to explore ways to include youth perspectives in upcoming projects. Special District Director Presentation The Director of Special Projects hosted an interactive Q&A session with SYC members, offering insights into their roles and responsibilities. The discussion highlighted the Directors work overseeing 7

the recruitment and onboarding of social workers for the Family Resource Center (FRC), oversight of counseling services to address mental health challenges within the community, effective resolution of community complaints, and ensuring the availability of essential resources and support services at the FRC. This session provided members with a deeper appreciation for the city’s efforts to address social and mental health needs. The SYC recognizes the FRC as a valuable resource for youth-centered initiatives and intends to leverage its support for future events. Gingerbread House Community Building Activity As part of a team-building initiative, the SYC organized a gingerbread house competition. Members collaborated in teams of three to design and construct their houses, with a festive prize awarded to the winning group. This activity fostered creativity, teamwork, and a spirit of friendly competition among Council members. Additionally, the team-based approach established a collaborative dynamic that will benefit the Council’s upcoming YPAR project. Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) Framework Review The SYC revisited the Youth Participatory Action Research (YPAR) framework, focusing on the "Heads, Hands, and Heart" model. This session was designed to equip members with a foundational understanding of the research methodology guiding their initiatives throughout the year. A. The "Heads" component emphasized critical thinking and analysis to identify and understand community issues. B. The "Hands" element focused on implementing actionable projects to address these issues effectively. C. Lastly, the "Heart" component highlighted the importance of emotional investment and commitment to improving the community. This framework will be a reference point for upcoming YPAR initiatives, ensuring structured and impactful engagement. Members are now better prepared to undertake research projects that address local challenges. Conclusion The Soledad Youth Council continues to inspire youth involvement and contribute meaningfully to the community. This quarter’s activities have reinforced members’ skills, expanded their understanding of civic processes, and deepened their commitment to positive change. Moving forward, the SYC is eager to build on this momentum and enhance its collaboration with city departments and community stakeholders. Financial Considerations The work of the Soledad Youth Council and Youth Commissioners has already been allocated into the 2024-25 budget, and as such, there are no additional financial considerations. Alternatives Accept Report Reject Report Planning/CEQA The report by Youth Council is not considered a project pursuant the California Environmental Quality 8

Act (CEQA) Guidelines Section 15378. Public Notice Requirements None 9

SUBJECT: Minutes TO: Honorable Mayor Velazquez and City Council FROM: Darlene Noriega, Deputy City Clerk COUNCIL COMMUNICATION THROUGH: Megan Hunter, City Manager MEETING DATE: February 5, 2025 AGENDA ITEM NO. 1. 10

Minutes City of Soledad Joint City Council/Successor Agency/Housing Authority/Successor Housing Agency/ Regular Meeting December 18, 2024 CALL TO ORDER Mayor Velazquez Called the Joint City Council/ Successor Agency/ Housing Authority/ Successor Housing Agency/ Regular Meeting to order at 6:06 p.m. ROLL CALL The Following Councilmembers/Agency members were present when the meeting was called to order: Mayor/Chair Anna M. Velazquez Councilmember/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 PUBLIC COMMENT ON CLOSED SESSION ITEMS MEETING RECESS TO CLOSED SESSION Mayor Velazquez recessed at 6:06 p.m. CLOSED SESSION The City Council will recess to closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8 to give instructions to the City's negotiator concerning the sale/exchange/lease of property located between Santa Clara Street and Bryant Canyon Road, Assessor Parcel Numbers 022-441-017 and 022-522-037. Instructions may include price and other considerations and terms of payment. MEETING RECONVENED FROM CLOSED SESSION Mayor Velazquez reconvened the meeting at 6:47 p.m. 11

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2024. Page 2 of 9 CLOSED SESSION REPORTS 1. City Attorney Mike Rodriquez reported with respect to item no. 1, the council met with its real property negotiator regarding the identified property on the agenda. There was discussion, however there was no reportable action taken. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE Anyssa Guzman led the Pledge of Allegiance ADDITIONS/MODIFICATIONS TO THE AGENDA None PUBLIC COMMENT None COUNCIL PRESENTATIONS Councilmember Banuelos presented a Certificate of Achievement to the Soledad High School Aztecs Cheerleading team. The Soledad High School Aztecs Cheerleading team and Coaches were present to accept the certificate and thanked the Soledad City Council for the recognition. Councilmembers gave praise to the Cheerleading team. CONSENT CALENDAR There were no public comments. Mayor Velazquez has requested to have a separate discussion for item no. C-6. Councilmember Ansaldo-Sanchez requested to have a separate discussion for item no. C-8. Motion: Councilmember Cabrera made motion to approve items C-1, C-2, C-3, C-4, C-5, and C-7. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Ansaldo-Sanchez and was carried by unanimous vote: Action Ayes: Cabrera, Ansaldo-Sanchez, Caldera, Banuelos, Velazquez Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: None 12

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2024. Page 3 of 9 C-1. Minutes of 12-04-2024 C-2. Warrants 56062 - 56164 C-3. Resolution No. 6184, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving Amendment No. 2 of the Summary of Job Classifications and Salary Schedule for Fiscal Year 2024/25 C-4. Mutual Aid to the City of Gonzales for Temporary Wastewater Final Treatment and Disposal C-5. Resolution No. 6185, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a Subordination Agreement with KeyBank National Association concerning the Gabilan Family Apartments Project C-7. Resolution No. 6187, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving the Purchase of Replacement Traffic Cameras from SurveillanceGRID Integration Inc. in an Amount Not to Exceed $55,000; Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Said Contract on Behalf of the City of Soledad; and Approving a Budget Amendment to Increase the SLESF Revenues by $94,663.46 and Increase the General Fund Police Department Operating Budget by the Same Amount Motion: Councilmember Banuelos made motion to approve items C-6 and C-8. Motion was seconded by Councilmember Cabrera and was carried by unanimous vote: Action Ayes: Banuelos, Cabrera, Caldera, Ansaldo-Sanchez, Velazquez Noes: None Abstain: None Absent: None C-6. Resolution No. 6186, A Resolution of The City Council of the City of Soledad Approving and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Amendment No. 3 to the CSG Consultants Inc. Agreement Extending the Contract Term Until June 30, 2025, in the Amount Not to Exceed $225,000 for Fiscal Year 24/25 and Adding Planning Services to the Scope Mayor Velazquez asked staff to make sure the City does go out for RFP in the future. C-8. Resolution No. 6188, A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Soledad Approving a Contract Change Order for Construction Services with Plummerbuilt Inc. for the Amount of $127,320 plus a 20% Construction Contingency ($25,465) for a Total Not-to-Exceed Amount of $756,535 for the Water Reclamation Facility Metal Building Project and Authorizing the City Manager to Execute Said Contract Change Order on Behalf of the City of Soledad. Councilmember Ansaldo-Sanchez asked if the contingency should be 20%. 13

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2024. Page 4 of 9 City Manager Hunter said the 20% contingency is typical. Assistant City Engineer Alex Ramos was present and added further clarification regarding the item. BUSINESS B-1. Presentation on the Assembly Bill 413 (AB413) Assistant City Engineer Juan Huerta presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation. Council members had numerous questions and comments regarding the item. Assistant City Engineer Alex Ramos also presented further clarifying information. Mayor Velazquez requested that the information and video for the public be presented and distributed in both English and Spanish. There were no public comments. Council Action: This item was an informational presentation and no action was taken. The presentation was received by the City Council and direction was provided to staff. B-2. Consideration of the Appropriation and Allocation of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program Income Funds in the Amount not to Exceed $500,000 to Eligible Activities in Accordance with the State CDBG Program Income Policy Economic Development Coordinator Tencia Vargas presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation. Consultant Angel Johnstone was present via Zoom and commented with further explanation. Housing Analyst Beatriz Trujillo presented further clarification. There were no public comments. Council members had various questions and comments. City Manager Hunter also gave information regarding the home buyer program that the City is interested in pursuing. She also explained further information regarding the Soledad Community Center Kitchen. Council Action: This item was an informational presentation and no action was taken. The presentation was received by the City Council, and direction was provided to staff to apply for $300,000 for Homebuyer Assistance, $100,000 for the Community Center, and $100,000 for Economic Development. 14

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2024. Page 5 of 9 B-3. Receive and Accept the Mini-Grants Closeout Report Community Engagement Manager Jesus Valenzuela presented the staff report and PowerPoint presentation. Representatives from South County Animal Rescue, Our Neighborhood Pet Project, and United Methodist Church were present in the meeting via Zoom and in person. Each group thanked the City for the allocation of funding. Councilmembers had numerous comments. Council Action: This item was an informational presentation and no action was taken. B-4. Revisit and Discuss City of Soledad Resolution No. 5278, Declaring the City of Soledad as a Sanctuary City for all residents, regardless of immigrant status and provide direction, as necessary. Community Engagement Manager Jesus Valenzuela presented the staff report. City Manager Megan Hunter gave further clarification regarding a City resolution that was passed in 2017. The City will also be attending County Ad Hoc meetings. Alba gave public comment and would like clarification on what it means to be a sanctuary city regarding immigration. She would also like to know what the law is, and what can the new President do or not do. What will happen to families that are separated. City Manager Hunter said the City cannot stop the Federal Government from entering the City and enforcing the immigration laws. Being a sanctuary City means that the City will not use the City resources to support immigration enforcement. City Attorney Rodriquez agreed with City Manager Hunter and reiterated that the City will not be doing immigration enforcement. Residents will be able to continue to feel comfortable with interfacing with the City and City Law Enforcement, without feeling fear. City Manager Hunter added that the City cannot stop the Federal Government from coming into the City. The Federal Government is higher than the City. The City needs to provide information and support to families if separation happens. Maria Martinez said families in Soledad are feeling fear. There needs to be community forums that provide information regarding lawyers, and a plan of action in case of emergencies. Lideres de Campesinas have resources to share with the City and they appreciate the efforts of the City. Reverend Maria Inez said the safety of families is important. There has been a meeting with the Bishop and the Superintendent regarding immigration issues. There will be a training at the Methodist Church in January. She would like to see the Methodist church serve as a sanctuary of safety for the residents of Soledad. There will also be a workshop regarding immigration, and she would like the council to be involved, along with the Sheriff, and Police. 15

City of Soledad City Council/Successor Agency Regular Meeting Minutes of December 18, 2024. Page 6 of 9 Maria Lopez is concerned because she is a single parent and she would like to know, what would happen with the children if a single parent were deported. Mayor Velazquez said these questions are why it is important to have informational forums. Immigration attorneys will have expertise on the subject. There were no further public comments. Councilmembers had numerous comments. City Attorney Rodriquez said this is an evolving subject. There may be further discussion regarding recommendations for additional actions. Much of this will depend on what the President and Federal Government do. The focus should be on communication with the public, workshops, coordinating activities with the County, and staying informed on what can and cannot be done. The framework is don