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Adopt a Resolution Authorizing Procurement Cards to Specified Positions and Rescinding Resolution 2025-157 (IS - BUD)
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MEETING DATE:
July 1, 2026
PREPARED BY:
Jennelle Baker-Bechthold, Budget Manager
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RECOMMENDED ACTION:
Adopt a resolution authorizing the issuance of procurement cards to specified positions and rescinding Resolution 2025-157.
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BACKGROUND INFORMATION:
The City's procurement card program began in 2011 through participation in the State of California's Purchase Card Program (CAL-Card). CAL-Card is a VISA purchasing card provided through a State-leveraged procurement agreement and made available to participating government agencies. Pursuant to Lodi Municipal Code Section 3.20.135, "Procurement Cards," the City Council must approve, by resolution, the issuance of procurement cards to specified staff positions to support efficient City operations. In September 2025, the City Council approved the issuance of CAL-Cards to 112 positions through Resolution 2025-157 (Attachment 2).
Staff recommends updating four positions and adding three positions to the approved list to ensure equipment and supplies can be purchased in an efficient and controlled manner. The proposed positions are included in Attachment 1 and represent the positions authorized to hold procurement cards. Proposed changes are shown in bold italic type. The City Manager is authorized to issue cards to incumbents and establish card limits in accordance with the parameters outlined in the Lodi Municipal Code.
The current CAL-Card policy states: "The Cal-Card is intended for the sole use of the Cardholder whose name is printed on the card. It is the responsibility of the Cardholder to ensure the Cal-Card is not used by any unauthorized individuals." Staff is requesting authorization for additional three Cal-Card positions to align purchasing authority with operational responsibilities and ensure compliance with the City's Cal-Car...
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