San Joaquin City council approves FY25–26 budget amendment; UTV purchase covered by donation

San Joaquin City Council on Tuesday approved Resolution 09022025, adopting Budget Amendment No. 1 for fiscal year 2025–26, which adjusts revenues and expenditures in several capital and operating funds. City staff member Shannon briefed the council on the amendment and said it “includes each of the changes to revenue and expenditures for the proposed capital facility plans in each of the funds that those affect” and specifically noted that the donation-funded purchase of a customized UTV for the fire department is included. City staff member Norm clarified funding sources: “none of these dollars are coming from tax dollars. These are all either impact fees being used to update our master plans or the donated funds for the, UTV for the fire department.” He added the outfitting will be paid by the Friends of San Joaquin rather than the city, but the vehicle must be purchased and insured by the city. Council moved and seconded the resolution; Councilmembers Jeff, Lynn, Travis and Art voted “Aye.” The resolution passed. Why it matters: The amendment reallocates non-tax revenues to capital projects and planning work the council said will update master plans and impact fee tables. The council and staff emphasized that the UTV unit will be acquired with donated funds and will be licensed and insured by the city because vehicles of that type must be held on the city’s insurance. The amendment also authorizes updates and studies tied to capital planning; staff said the work will not draw on general-tax revenue.