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Vote: 4 - 0 Passed Resolution No. 8493 Updating Authorized Signers On motion of Council Member Mario Saucedo, seconded by Council Member Jenna Guzman -Lowery, the City Council unanimously approved, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8493 updating the Authorized Signers on all accounts held with U.S. Bank, N.A. and Rescinding Resolution No. 8279. Vote: 4 - 0 Passed COMMUNICATIONS Resolution No. 8505 Denouncing Intolerance Council Member Saucedo opened the discussion surrounding Resolution No. 8505, denouncing intolerance and encouraging respect, inclusivity, compassion and hospitality. He pointed out the City had seen an uptick in instances of hate and harassment in the community and this resolution was the result of his desire to respond to hate crimes and combat extremism. He added the way to stop hatred was to come together as a community. As public comment, Steve Rogers said the general intent of the resolution was positive, but he thought the approach was backwards and the Council should be subscribing to this behavior themselves, not mandating it for the residents. He strongly suggested the Council consider adopting a code of conduct and ethics policy for all employees, including themselves. Council Members Davis and Guzman -Lowery both agreed this was a good start to combat hate, but they were hoping to see this paired with actionable items. On motion of Council Member Jenna Guzman -Lowery, seconded by Council Member Mario Saucedo, the City Council unanimously adopted, by roll call vote, Resolution No. 8505 denouncing intolerance and encouraging respect, inclusivity, compassion and hospitality. Vote: 4 - 0 Passed NEW BUSINESS City Manager's Employment Agreement Assistant City Manager McConnell reviewed the Amended and Restated City Manager Employment Agreement between the City and Charles M. Duggan, Jr. The agreement proposed several terms as identified in the staff report, including a seven percent (7%) increase to his salary, beginning July 1, 2023; a two percent (2%) increase to his salary beginning July 1, 2024; and a two percent (2%) increase to his salary over the prior year beginning July 1, 2025. As public comment, Steve Rogers questioned the timing of the new contract and thought it premature since all of the City's bargaining units had not agreed to terms. Bruce Laycook stated that in all his dealings with City Manager Duggan, he found him to be extremely knowledgeable and professional in every way. Council Member Saucedo and Mayor Tejeda added Mr. Duggan was doing an excellent job and CC_SA_July 5, 2023 Page 6