Arvin public meetings in 2021
30 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss a fire protection services agreement for FY 2022/2023 through FY 2027/2028. The body will also address COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures and appoint a Board of Trustee to the Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District.
- Five-year fire protection services contract with the County of Kern
- Purchase of four new roll-away containers for wastewater treatment sludge transportation
- Final Parcel Map 12405 and subdivision agreement with JAM Realty Holdings, LLC
- Resolution setting salary ranges and benefits for non-represented, non-department head employees
- Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for July 1, 2022, through June 30, 2023
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and potentially approve a settlement agreement between the City of Arvin and a former city employee.
- Proposed settlement agreement between former city employee and the City of Arvin
City Council
The City Council will consider measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. Members will also discuss the potential creation of a Director of Transportation position. Other business includes approving the 2022 meeting calendar and forestry grant funding.
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
- Discussion on creating a Director of Transportation position
- Approval of funding from the Urban and Community Forestry Grant Program
- Agreement with Proterra Operating Company, Inc. for LCFS Credit Registration and Sale
- Payment of $10,000 to Kern Economic Development for annual membership
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to receive introductions and presentations from candidates for the City Manager position. The council will also meet in closed session to discuss public employment regarding the City Manager role.
- Introductions and presentations by City Manager candidates
- Closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager position
City Council
The City Council is meeting via teleconference for a special session. The primary purpose of the meeting is to conduct a closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager position.
- Closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager position
City Council
The City Council will consider measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting also includes presentations by candidates for City Manager and a review of the first quarter fiscal year 2021-2022 expense report.
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
- Agreement with Proterra for LCFC Credit Registration and Sale
- Response to the 2020-2021 Kern County Grand Jury Report
- Payment of $14,843.35 to Arvin Community Services District for utilities
- Payment of $7,221.66 to Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Taser lease
City Council
The City Council will consider an agreement with Proterra and discuss measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The meeting includes a presentation from CalRecycle regarding organic waste reduction requirements under SB 1383.
- Agreement 'LCFC Credit Registration and Sale Agreement' with Proterra
- Discussion on surplus land purchase at Bear Mountain Blvd. near 4th Street and Walnut Drive (APN 190-260-06)
- Authorization for City Manager to apply for Mills-Alquist-Deddeh (TDA) Act Funds
- Authorization to create a Temporary Sworn Personnel Position
- Preparation of the 2022 Local Appointments List
City Council
The City Council will review a presentation on body worn and fleet cameras from the Arvin Police Department. The agenda also includes discussion on measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Presentation by Chief Edwin Brock regarding Body Worn and Fleet Cameras
- Resolution to authorize a contract with Diamond IT for eleven Dell Optiflex desktop computers not to exceed $27,000
- Authorization of a temporary Police Sergeant position
- Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Arvin and SEIU Local 521 CTW, CLC
- Agreement with Community Action Partnership of Kern regarding lease of premises at 1111 Bush Street
City Council
The City Council will meet to discuss and take action on measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. The body will also review a housing allocation agreement and receive a wastewater treatment facility update.
- Subrecipient Agreement with Self-Help Enterprises (SHE) for Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Funds
- Discussion and action on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
- Project update on emergency repairs to an oxidation ditch and orbal at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
- Approval of Demand Registers from August 21, 2021 – September 09, 2021
- Closed session regarding City Manager public employment and three potential litigation cases
City Council
The City Council is meeting via teleconference to conduct a special session. The agenda consists of procedural approvals and several closed session items not open to the public.
- Closed session regarding threats to public services or facilities
- Conference with labor negotiators for SEIU Local 521 and unrepresented employees
- Closed session regarding public employment for the City Manager position
- Conference with legal counsel regarding two potential litigation cases
City Council
The City Council will review a budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act funds and a contract for new desktop computers. The body is also discussing COVID-19 mitigation measures and positions on state-level resolutions regarding sales tax and railroad maintenance.
- Budget Amendment 2122-01 for $5,227,224 in revenue and expenses from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA)
- Contract with Diamond IT not to exceed $27,000 for 11 Dell Optiflex desktop computers and software
- Creation of a Senior Building Officer/Code Enforcement position
- Successor Memorandum of Understanding with the Arvin Police Officers Association (July 1, 2021 to June 30, 2025)
- MOU with non-profit organization Bay Areas Community Resources (BACR)
City Council
The City Council will consider authorizing a feasibility study and funding for the construction of a new police building. The body is also discussing COVID-19 mitigation measures and the appointment of business owners to an ordinance review committee.
- Authorization of a feasibility study for new police building construction
- Appointment of business owners to an Ad Hoc Committee to review city ordinances and business development
- Adoption of the updated Kern Multi-Jurisdiction Hazard Mitigation Plan
- Collection of FY 2021-2022 sewer and refuse charges by the Kern County Tax Collector
- Payment of $23,103.00 to Aleshire & Wynder, LLP for legal services
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on two development agreements for commercial cannabis operations on South Derby Street. The body will also consider establishing an ad hoc committee for business development and reviewing surplus land for sale.
- Development agreement for commercial cannabis operations at 744 South Derby Street (FSBT Holdings 1, Inc. and JAM Realty Holdings LLC)
- Development agreement for commercial cannabis operations at 818 South Derby Street (Payne’s Distribution, LLC)
- Task authorization with Veolia North America for emergency repairs to a wastewater treatment facility oxidation ditch and orbal
- Resolution to establish a City Council Ad Hoc Committee to review city ordinances and business development
- Resolution to declare certain Successor Agency-owned real properties as surplus land for sale
City Council
The City Council will consider development agreements for commercial cannabis operations on South Derby Street. They will also discuss potential park renovations using Prop. 68 grant funds.
- Development agreement for cannabis operations at 744 South Derby Street
- Development agreement for cannabis operations at 818 South Derby Street
- Prop. 68 per capita grant allocation for DiGiorgio or Felicita Park
- Appointment of Anaiza Prado to the Arvin Planning Commission
- Temporary appointment of Adam Ojeda as Acting Community Development Director
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the annual operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2021-2022. The body is also considering a contract with Municipal Solutions LLC for City Manager executive recruitment. Other items include COVID-19 mitigation measures and the appointment of Elio Benavides to the Planning Commission.
- Public hearing for adoption of FY 2021-2022 Annual Operating and Capital Budgets
- Contract with Municipal Solutions LLC for City Manager executive recruitment
- Employment agreement with Jeffrey Jones for interim city management services
- Adoption of FY 2021-2022 project list funded by SB1: The Road Repair and Accountability Act of 2017
- Appointment of Elio Benavides to the Arvin Planning Commission
City Council
The Arvin City Council will meet via teleconference to discuss policies and procedures for the use of city vehicles. The council will also hold a closed session regarding anticipated litigation.
- Discussion of Policy and Procedures for Use of City Vehicle
- Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation
City Council
The City Council is meeting to discuss a recruitment contract for a new City Manager and measures to mitigate COVID-19 impacts. The body will also consider resolutions regarding the 2021-2022 appropriation limit and investment policy.
- Contract with Municipal Solutions LLC for City Manager Executive Recruitment
- Resolution establishing the Appropriation Limit for Fiscal Year 2021-2022
- Annual Statement of Investment Policy and authorization of surplus funds investment
- Participation in the County of Kern Used Oil Payment Program for FY 2021-2022
- Presentation by SiteLogiQ on the Budget Relief and Facility Solutions Program
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss personnel changes in closed session. The body will address the resignation of the City Manager and the appointment of an Acting City Manager.
- Closed session: Accept resignation of City Manager
- Closed session: Appointment/employment of Acting City Manager
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on annual assessments for landscaping and lighting districts and a commercial cannabis operation. The body will also interview candidates to fill a council vacancy and consider appointing an interim city attorney.
- Conditional Use Permit No. CUP2021-744 for commercial cannabis operations at 744 S. Derby Street
- Professional Services Agreement with Provost & Pritchard Consulting Group for Franklin Street Rehabilitation Project
- Annual levy of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts No. 1 and No. 2
- Appointment of Nathan M. Hodges of Hodges Law Group as Interim City Attorney
- Proposed $10,000 donation from 420Kingdom for baseball sports in city parks
City Council
The City Council will discuss various city improvements, including a public hearing for an alcohol license and a contract for HVAC units. The body will also consider COVID-19 mitigation measures and receive a presentation from Habitat for Humanity regarding their Farmworker Program.
- Agreement with Valencia Aircold, Inc. for HVAC units at Veteran's Hall not to exceed $44,660.00
- Public hearing for a Type-20 (Off-Sale Beer and Wine) ABC License at 100 Bear Mountain Blvd.
- Public Works Agreement with Griffith Company for Franklin Street Improvements between Stockton Avenue and Derby Street
- Grant application to San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for the 'Clean Green Yard Machine Commercial Program'
- Discussion of a $2,000 charitable contribution from PG&E for economic or community development
City Council
The City Council will discuss the process for filling a vacant council seat and measures to mitigate COVID-19 impacts. The body is also considering the sale of surplus agency-owned real properties and reviewing annual financial audits from June 2020.
- Task order with Veolia for $36,850.00 to replace an effluent pump at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
- Public hearing for Tentative Parcel Map No. 12405
- Public hearing regarding a Type 20 (Off-Sale Beer & Wine) License at 100 Bear Mountain Blvd
- Application for funding from the 2020 Community Development Block Grant Program (CDBG-CV2&3)
- Resolution to declare certain Successor Agency-owned properties as surplus land for sale
City Council
The City Council is holding a special meeting via teleconference. The session includes a closed session to evaluate the performance of the City Attorney and City Manager.
- Performance evaluation of the City Attorney
- Performance evaluation of the City Manager
City Council
The City Council will consider appointing Edwin Brock as Chief of Police and approving his employment agreement. The body will also discuss COVID-19 mitigation measures and the potential modification or termination of leases at the Arvin Community Center.
- Appointment of Edwin Brock as Chief of Police and approval of employment agreement
- Review, modification, or termination of leases for Boys and Girls Club, Arts Council of Kern, Dolores Huerta Foundation, and Police Activities League at the Arvin Community Center
- Notice of completion for Wastewater Treatment Facility Emergency Repair of Reservoir #3 by Veolia
- Notice of completion for the City of Arvin Bus Charger Project by Clean Fuel Connection
- Task order with Veolia for evaluation of embankment slopes at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
City Council
The City Council will discuss measures to mitigate the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic. They will also consider whether to resume regular operations for all city services, including normal work hours.
- Grant application for Arvin Electric Buses and Infrastructure Installation Project ($22,775)
- Resolution regarding Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1
- Resolution regarding Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2
- Adoption of Part-Time Animal Control Officer position and job description
- Public hearing on unmet transit needs within the City of Arvin
City Council
The City Council is discussing the creation of a Transportation Department and a reorganization of the Finance Department. The body is also deciding on an agricultural lease for Apothio, LLC and measures to mitigate COVID-19 impacts.
- Agricultural lease award to Apothio, LLC
- Agreement with County of Kern for Haven Drive (RSTP Project)
- Agreement with County of Kern for Varsity Road (ATP Project)
- Grant applications for Kovacevich Park and Smothermon Park
- Alcohol license for Verdugo Market #3 at 100 Bear Mtn. Blvd.
City Council
The City Council will consider creating a temporary part-time Animal Services Officer position and discuss the potential formation of a Department of Transportation. The body is also holding a public hearing regarding 2020 Community Development Block Grant applications.
- Task order with Veolia for Pond 3 Emergency Repairs Project (Reservoir #3) for $35,163
- Public hearing for 2020 Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) – CV2 and CV3 Application
- Proposed creation of a temporary part-time Animal Services Officer position
- Discussion on forming a City of Arvin Department of Transportation and a new Director position
- License agreement with County of Kern for a COVID-19 vaccination site
City Council
The City Council is convening a special meeting via teleconference. The agenda consists of a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation with legal counsel.
- Closed session regarding one potential case of anticipated litigation
City Council
The City Council will discuss establishing a General Fund Emergency Reserve Policy and using discretionary sewer funds for an effluent meter. The body will also consider a lease agreement for the Adobe Plaza Complex and measures to mitigate COVID-19 impacts.
- Resolution to establish a General Fund Emergency Reserve Policy
- Resolution to use discretionary sewer funds for an effluent meter at the Wastewater Treatment Facility
- Lease agreement with Noah’s Arc Foundation, Inc. for Adobe Plaza Complex at 141 North A Street
- Discussion on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
- Discussion on Homeless Navigation Center and Redevelopment Property Regulations
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to align commercial cannabis zoning with state laws regarding sensitive use locations. The body is also deciding on policy guidelines for leasing city property and measures to mitigate COVID-19 impacts.
- Public hearing to amend Chapter 17.64 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) of the Municipal Code
- Approval of Final Map for Tract 6677 Phase 2 and Subdivision Improvement Agreement
- Appointment of Joshlyn Horton, Phillip Aaron Hight, Abdu Nagi Algabyali, and Elvira Martinez Moreno to the Planning Commission
- Consideration of Policy Guidelines for Leasing City Property
- Closed session regarding litigation with Community Recycling and Resource Recovery Center, Inc.
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings on updating commercial cannabis zoning and official bond insurance. The body is also tasked with interviewing candidates to fill a vacant council seat and appointing members to regional boards.
- Public hearing to amend Chapter 17.64 (Commercial Cannabis Activity) regarding sensitive use locations
- Public hearing to amend Chapter 2.28 (Official Bonds) to allow insurance policies or master bonds
- Interviews and appointment for a two-year vacant City Council term
- Approval of program guidelines for Subsistence Payment Program funded with CDBG-CV1 Grant
- Appointment of Donny Horton to the Arvin Planning Commission