Arvin public meetings in 2023

City Council

The Arvin City Council will consider approving two contracts with Harbor Plumbing to restore restrooms at DiGiorgio Park ($92,949.39) and Smothermon Park ($88,666.01). The council will also vote on consent items including approval of demand and payroll registers, meeting minutes, and retroactive subrecipient agreements for CDBG administrative support and the 2022 CDBG program. Additionally, the Successor Agency will consider adopting a Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for fiscal year 2024-2025, and the council will enter closed session for labor negotiations, potential litigation, and a threat to public services.

• Award bid to Harbor Plumbing for DiGiorgio Park restroom restoration, $92,949.39
• Award bid to Harbor Plumbing for Smothermon Park restroom restoration, $88,666.01
• Retroactive subrecipient agreements with Self-Help Enterprises and Flood Ministries for CDBG
• Adopt Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for July 1, 2024 – June 30, 2025
• Closed session: labor negotiations with APOA and SEIU Local 521, potential litigation (6 cases), threat to public services

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to consider several consent agenda items, including approving payments, adopting a police union side letter, and authorizing contracts for police equipment and IT upgrades. The council will also enter closed session to discuss labor negotiations with police and public employee unions, potential litigation, and a threat to public services.

• Approval of demand registers totaling over $100,000, including $42,830.21 for Franklin Street reconstruction and $27,266 for Carollo Engineers
• Adoption of Arvin Police Officer's Association Side Letter 11.23
• Resolution to waive bidding and authorize purchase of police firearms from ProForce Law Enforcement (single vendor exception)
• Approval of Diamond IT proposals for police computer and email infrastructure upgrades to meet DOJ/CLETS requirements
• Closed session on labor negotiations with APOA and SEIU Local 521, potential litigation (six cases), and threat to public services

City Council

The Arvin City Council will consider approving a Master Services Agreement with Enovity, Inc. for energy-related improvements to the city's wastewater treatment plant, and establishing a five-year Capital Improvement Plan committee. The agenda also includes routine consent items, presentations, and closed session discussions on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Resolution to approve Master Services Agreement with Enovity, Inc. for WWTP energy improvements
• Resolution to establish a Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan Standing Committee
• Approval of demand registers totaling over $100,000 (e.g., $24,872.47 to Blue Shield, $22,715.62 to Kaiser)
• Proclamation honoring Jess Ortiz for community service
• Letter of support for Arvin-Edison Water Storage District's WaterSMART grant application

City Council

The City Council will consider a zoning code amendment regarding accessory dwelling units and a master services agreement for wastewater treatment plant energy improvements. The meeting also includes a presentation on the Arvin Navigation Center's annual service outcomes.

• Zoning Code Amendment ZCA No. 2023-04 regarding Accessory Dwelling Units
• Master Services Agreement with Enovity, Inc. for wastewater plant energy improvements
• Real estate purchase and sale agreement for 816 Sycamore Road
• Resolution to establish an Ad Hoc Committee to review employee retention methods
• Financial assistance application to the State Water Resources Control Board for wastewater upgrades

Planning Commission

The Commission will hold public hearings regarding code amendments to implement Senate Bill 9, which allows for urban lot splits. They will also consider a resolution regarding the termination of a development agreement with Westminster Capital, Inc.

• Code amendments to Title 16 to add Chapter 16.06 Urban Lot Splits
• Extension of tentative map recording time from 12 to 24 months
• Proposed revocation of Uncodified Ordinance No. 446 regarding Westminster Capital, Inc.
• Termination of Development Agreement No. 2018-12 for APNs 189-353-01 and 189-353-03

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings on a zoning code amendment to replace the current additional dwelling unit rules with a new accessory dwelling unit chapter, and on modifying conditions for a Starbucks site development permit. The council will also vote on a $224,212.99 budget amendment and a related purchase of extended warranties for three electric buses, plus several consent items including contracts for HVAC units, a street sweeper, and cannabis audit services. Closed session items include labor negotiations and real property negotiations for a parcel on Bear Mountain Blvd.

• Public hearing on ZCA No. 2023-04 to add Chapter 17.51 Accessory Dwelling Units
• Public hearing to modify conditions of Site Development Permit 2022-322 BMB–Starbucks
• Budget Amendment 2324-01 in the amount of $224,212.99
• Purchase of extended warranty for three Proterra electric buses for $224,212.99
• Consent item: HVAC units for Adobe Plaza Complex for $19,860

City Council

The Arvin City Council will consider several action items, including a budget amendment of $224,212.99 and a related resolution to purchase an extended warranty for three Proterra electric buses for $224,212.99. The council will also appoint a trustee to the Kern Mosquito & Vector Control District, approve a third amendment to an IT services contract with Diamond Technologies, and hold a closed session on labor negotiations, potential litigation, and real property negotiations for a parcel on Bear Mountain Blvd.

• Budget Amendment 2324-01 in the amount of $224,212.99
• Purchase of extended warranty for three Proterra electric buses for $224,212.99 (single vendor exception)
• Appointment of Board of Trustee to Kern Mosquito & Vector Control District
• Third Amendment to contract with Diamond Technologies for IT services
• Closed session: real property negotiations for APN 190-250-05 (Bear Mountain Blvd.)

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission is holding public hearings on four items: modifying conditions for a Starbucks site development permit, granting a variance at 533 Bear Mountain Boulevard, recommending revocation of a development agreement with Westminster Capital, and recommending a zoning code amendment to add accessory dwelling unit regulations. The commission will also approve the July 18, 2023 meeting minutes.

• Modify conditions for Starbucks SDP 2022-322 to delete alley improvement requirements (ES&BI-8, PL&A-2)
• Variance No. 2023-01 for 533 Bear Mountain Boulevard
• Recommend revocation of Ordinance No. 446 and termination of Development Agreement No. 2018-12 with Westminster Capital (APNs 189-353-01, 189-353-03)
• Zoning Code Amendment ZCA 2023-04 to delete Chapter 17.50.060 and add Chapter 17.51 on Accessory Dwelling Units
• Approve minutes of July 18, 2023 regular meeting

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Arvin City Council and related agencies. The agenda includes only approval of the agenda and a closed session to discuss potential litigation (one case). No other substantive items are listed.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on potential litigation (one case)
• Approval of agenda as to form

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to consider and approve a solar power land lease and two easement agreements with the Arvin Community Services District (ACSD) for a solar project on city-owned property. The lease includes a two-year option, a 30-year term, and two five-year renewal options, with rent totaling $43,902.71 over the initial term. Approval may also require the Kern County Oversight Board's consent.

• Solar Power Land Lease between Successor Agency and Arvin Community Services District
• Easement Agreement between Successor Agency and Arvin Community Services District
• Easement Agreement between City of Arvin and Arvin Community Services District
• Lease term: 2-year option, 30-year lease, two 5-year extensions
• Total rent over initial 30-year term: $43,902.71

The City Council and Successor Agency approved a solar power land lease and related easement agreements with the Arvin Community Services District. These actions facilitate the use of land for solar power generation.

• Approved Solar Power Land Lease (Agreement No. 2023-17) between Successor Agency and Arvin Community Services District (4-0)
• Approved Easement Agreement (Agreement No. 2023-18) between Successor Agency and Arvin Community Services District (4-0)
• Approved Easement Agreement (Agreement No. 2023-19) between City of Arvin and Arvin Community Services District (4-0)
• Approved agenda as to form (3-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving a Master Services Agreement with Enovity, a Veolia company, for energy-related improvements to the city's wastewater treatment plant. The council will also designate a voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference and handle routine consent items. Closed session items include labor negotiations, potential litigation, and real property negotiations.

• Public hearing on resolution approving Master Services Agreement with Enovity for wastewater treatment plant energy improvements
• Designation of voting delegate and alternates for League of California Cities Annual Conference (Sept 20-22, 2023, Sacramento)
• Consent agenda: approval of demand registers (Aug 5-18, 2023) and payroll register (Aug 4, 2023)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Arvin Police Officers Association and SEIU Local 521
• Closed session: real property negotiation for 816 Sycamore Rd (APN 192-110-16) with Joe Walker

The City Council designated Mayor Trujillo and MPT Borreli as voting delegates for an upcoming conference. A public hearing regarding wastewater treatment plant improvements was continued to October 24, 2023. The Council also approved routine financial registers and meeting minutes.

• Approved Agenda as to form (3-0)
• Approved Demand Registers (Aug 5-18), Payroll Registers (Aug 4), and Aug 8 meeting minutes (3-0)
• Continued public hearing on Enovity Master Services Agreement for wastewater plant to Oct 24, 2023 (4-0)
• Designated Mayor Trujillo as Voting Delegate for League of California Cities Conference (4-0)
• Designated MPT Borreli as Alternate Voting Delegate for League of California Cities Conference (4-0)
• Denied liability claim by Juan Ledesma
• Provided direction to City Manager on sale price for property at 816 Sycamore Rd

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: recommending revocation of a development agreement with Westminster Capital, Inc., recommending a zoning code amendment to add an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance, and granting a variance for 533 Bear Mountain Blvd. The Westminster Capital hearing is continued from July and will be continued again to September 19, 2023. The commission will also consider approving the July 18, 2023, meeting minutes.

• Continued public hearing on revoking Ordinance No. 446 and terminating Development Agreement No. 2018-12 with Westminster Capital, Inc. (APNs 189-353-01 and 189-353-03)
• Public hearing on Zoning Code Amendment ZCA No. 2023-04 to delete Section 17.50.060 and add Chapter 17.51 Accessory Dwelling Units
• Public hearing on Variance No. V-2023-533BMB for 533 Bear Mountain Blvd.
• Consent item: approval of minutes from July 18, 2023, regular meeting

City Council

The Arvin City Council will consider a presentation from Arvin Power Company and provide direction on the proposed project. The council will also review a request from Cana Rose Realty Holdings, LLC to waive a work-without-permit fee. Several routine consent items are on the agenda, including approval of demand and payroll registers, meeting minutes, a special event permit for a car show, and placing an 'In God We Trust' decal on police vehicles. The meeting also includes closed session items on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Arvin Power Company presentation and council direction
• Request from Cana Rose Realty Holdings, LLC to waive work-without-permit fee
• Special event permit for Arvin Chamber of Commerce Car Show on August 19, 2023, with Campus Drive closure and vendor fee waiver
• Authorize 'In God We Trust' decal on Arvin Police vehicles
• Approval of demand registers totaling $128,283.11 and payroll registers

The City Council authorized the City Manager and City Attorney to draft documents for a proposed project with Arvin Power Company. The Council also approved a special event permit for a Chamber of Commerce car show and waived a permit fee for Cana Rose Realty Holdings, LLC.

• Approved Demand and Payroll Registers and July 25 minutes (4-1)
• Authorized 'In God We Trust' decals on police vehicles (4-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-49 for Arvin Chamber of Commerce Car Show (5-0)
• Authorized City Manager and City Attorney to draft documents for Arvin Power Company project (5-0)
• Authorized waiver of work without city permit fee for Cana Rose Realty Holdings, LLC (3-2)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings on annual assessments for two landscaping and lighting districts, and consider adopting zoning code amendments for multiple-family residential design review. The council will also vote on employment agreements for the transportation manager and chief of police, and approve consent items including body-worn cameras and a Prohousing designation resolution.

• Public hearing to levy FY 2023-24 assessments for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance Districts No. 1 and No. 2
• Second reading of zoning ordinance CA No. 2023-03 amending Title 17 (multiple-family residential, design review, CEQA mitigated negative declaration)
• Approval of employment agreements for Transportation Manager and Chief of Police
• Purchase of five additional body-worn cameras from Axon Enterprise, Inc. for Arvin Police Department
• Resolution to apply for Mills-Alquist-Deddeh (TDA) Act funds

The City Council approved several zoning code amendments regarding multiple-family residential design and site development. The council also authorized annual levies for two landscaping and lighting maintenance districts and approved the Chief of Police employment agreement.

• Approved zoning code amendments for multiple-family residential design (Ordinance No. 2023-485) (3-0)
• Approved annual levy of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 (3-0)
• Approved annual levy of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 2 (3-0)
• Approved Chief of Police Employment Agreement (3-0)
• Approved purchase of five body worn cameras and licenses from Axon Enterprise, Inc. (3-0)
• Authorized City Manager to apply for Mills-Alquist-Deddeh (TDA) Act Funds (3-0)
• Denied liability claim by Juan Chavolla Gonzalez (3-0)
• Tabled Transportation Manager Employment Agreement due to lack of second motion

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a site development permit for commercial cannabis activity at 200 West Sycamore Road, and a recommendation to revoke a development agreement with Westminster Capital Inc. The cannabis permit is up for a decision, while the Westminster Capital item is expected to be continued to the next meeting.

• Site Development Permit No. 2022-200 for 20,160 sq ft building at 200 West Sycamore Road for commercial cannabis activity
• CEQA exemption findings for the cannabis permit under Sections 15061(b)(1) and 15061(b)(3)
• Recommendation to revoke Uncodified Ordinance No. 446 and terminate Development Agreement No. 2018-12 with Westminster Capital Inc. (APNs 189-353-01 and 189-353-03)
• Approval of minutes from June 20, 2023 regular meeting

The Planning Commission approved a site development permit for commercial cannabis activity at a 20,160 square foot building. A hearing regarding the revocation of an ordinance and termination of a development agreement with Westminster Capital, Inc. was continued to August 15, 2023.

• Approved Site Development Permit No. 2022-200 for commercial cannabis activity at 200 West Sycamore Road (4-0)
• Adopted CEQA Exemption Findings and Notice of Exemption for 200 West Sycamore Road (4-0)
• Continued hearing on revocation of Uncodified Ordinance No. 446 and termination of Development Agreement No. 2018-12 with Westminster Capital, Inc. to August 15, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved June 20, 2023 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved agenda as to form (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings on the 2023 Land Use Element update and related zoning code amendments, including adopting a Mitigated Negative Declaration. They will also consider accepting the 2023-2031 Housing Element for state review, approving the annual financial audit, and authorizing the City Manager to defer fees for economic development. The agenda includes consent items such as approval of demand registers and resolutions for landscaping and lighting maintenance districts.

• Public hearing to adopt Mitigated Negative Declaration for GPA 2023-03 and CA 2023-03 (2023 Land Use Element Update and Title 17 Zoning amendments)
• Public hearing to introduce ordinance adopting zoning code amendments (CA 2023-03) including new multiple-family residential design review permits
• Public hearing to adopt 2023 Land Use Element update and accept CEQA determination
• Public hearing to accept 2023-2031 Housing Element and forward to state HCD for review, continued to October 24, 2023
• Action to accept annual financial audit for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022

The City Council approved the 2023 Land Use Element update and associated zoning amendments. The council also accepted the annual financial audit for the period ending June 30, 2022, and advanced the draft 2023-2031 General Plan Housing Element for state review.

• Approved 2023 Land Use Element Update and zoning amendments (4-0)
• Approved introduction of Ordinance CA No. 2023-03 to amend Title 17 Zoning (4-0)
• Approved General Plan Amendments GPA 2023-01 and GPA 2023-03 (3-1)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-43 to forward draft Housing Element to state for review (4-0)
• Accepted and filed annual financial audit reports for period ending June 30, 2022 (4-0)
• Approved Landscaping and Lighting Maintenance District No. 1 and No. 2 reports and assessment intentions (4-0)
• Approved MOU for Keeping It Green in the San Joaquin Project (4-0)
• Tabled resolution regarding City Manager authority to defer fees and improvements for economic development (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two items: adopting the annual investment policy for fiscal year 2023-2024 and approving an Emergency Improvement Capital Account Credit Agreement with Quantum Farms, LLC for emergency repairs. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Resolution adopting the Annual Statement of Investment Policy for FY 2023-2024
• Emergency Improvement Capital Account Credit Agreement with Quantum Farms, LLC for emergency repairs
• Approval of agenda as to form
• Public comments (2 minutes per person, 16 minutes per subject)

The City Council approved an emergency improvement capital account credit agreement for repairs. The council also adopted the annual statement of investment policy for surplus funds.

• Approved Annual Statement of Investment Policy (Resolution No. 2023-36) (4-0)
• Approved Emergency Improvement Capital Account Credit Agreement with Quantum Farms, LLC (Agreement No. 2023-13) (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the annual operating and capital budgets for fiscal year 2023-2024 and to modify fees for transit-related services. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as demand and payroll registers, minutes, and several resolutions, including a 5% reduction in development impact fees for qualifying multi-family affordable housing projects. The council will also consider a first amendment to an agricultural lease agreement with Apothio, LLC and Quantum Farms, LLC, and will enter closed session for labor negotiations, a police chief appointment, potential litigation, and a threat to public services.

• Public hearing to adopt FY 2023-24 operating and capital budgets
• Public hearing to modify transit-related service fees
• Resolution authorizing 5% reduction in development impact fees for multi-family affordable housing projects with at least 50% affordable units
• First amendment to agricultural lease agreement with Apothio, LLC and Quantum Farms, LLC
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Arvin Police Officers Association and SEIU Local 521, appointment of Chief of Police

The City Council approved the annual operating and capital budgets for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Other key actions included modifying transit service fees and reducing development impact fees for certain affordable housing projects.

• Adopted Annual Operating and Capital Budgets for FY 2023-2024 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-34 modifying fees for transit related services (4-0)
• Approved 5% reduction in development impact fees for multi-family affordable housing projects (4-0)
• Approved SB1 road repair project list for FY 2023-24 (4-0)
• Approved lease agreement with Laborers of the Harvest for 141 North A Street (4-0)
• Approved first amendment to agricultural lease with Apothio, LLC and Quantum Farms, LLC (4-0)
• Authorized grant applications for Transformative Climate Communities and Prohousing Designation programs (4-0)
• Approved letter of support to address leaking oil wells in Kern County (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on several items, including recommending zoning code amendments for multiple-family residential design review, the 2023 Land Use Element update, and a site development permit for a commercial project on Comanche Drive. The commission will also consider revoking a development agreement with Westminster Capital, Inc. and forwarding the 2023-2031 Housing Element to the state.

• Zoning code amendments (CA No. 2023-03) affecting multiple-family zones and adding design review chapters
• 2023 Land Use Element update and associated CEQA Mitigated Negative Declaration
• Site Development Permit SDP 2022-1701-1777 for Comanche Drive: 5,200 sq ft restaurant/drive-thru, convenience store, fueling station with 13 positions, and 4,000 sq ft auto repair shop
• Recommendation to forward 2023-2031 Housing Element to state HCD for review
• Recommendation to revoke Ordinance No. 446 and terminate Development Agreement No. 2018-12 with Westminster Capital, Inc. (APNs 189-353-01 and 189-353-03)

The Planning Commission approved resolutions recommending updates to the General Plan Land Use Element and various zoning chapters. The commission also approved a site development permit for a commercial project on Comanche Drive. One hearing regarding a development agreement was continued to July 18, 2023.

• Approved recommendation to amend zoning chapters regarding multiple-family residential and site development permits (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to adopt the Land Use Element 2023 Update (3-0)
• Approved recommendation for the adoption of the Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 2023 Land Use Element Update (3-0)
• Approved SDP 2022-1701 for a restaurant, grocery store, fueling station, and auto repair shop at 1777 Comanche Drive (3-0)
• Approved the Mitigation Monitoring and Reporting Program for the 1777 Comanche Drive project (3-0)
• Approved recommendation to accept the Draft 2023-2031 General Plan Housing Element (3-0)
• Continued hearing on the revocation of Ordinance No. 446 and termination of Development Agreement No. 2018-12 to July 18, 2023 (3-0)
• Approved May 02, 2023 special meeting minutes (3-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a $71,418 contract for wastewater treatment plant pump replacement and refurbishment. A zoning change for 4th Street and Campus Drive was approved, and several resolutions regarding city fees and public comment procedures were passed.

• Approved $71,418 contract for RAS and WAS pump project at Wastewater Treatment Plant (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from Professional Office and Mixed-Use Overlay to R-3 Limited Multiple Family at 4th Street and Campus Drive (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-22 for extended red curb no-parking zone at Campus Drive and Nectarine Court (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-23 establishing the FY 2023-2024 appropriation limit (5-0)
• Approved Resolutions 2023-24 and 2023-25 for FY 2023-2024 refuse and sewer charge collection (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-26 amending public comment procedures for city meetings (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-27 for the FY 2023-2024 State of Good Repair Program project list (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Larry Hallum Day on June 13, 2023 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council approved a general plan amendment and zoning change for a project at 4th Street and Campus Drive. A separate proposal for a land use change at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue was defeated. The Council also approved several administrative items and a special investigator agreement.

• Approved General Plan Amendment 2023-01 for 8.6 +/- acres at 4th Street and Campus Drive (4-0)
• Approved introduction of Ordinance for Zone Change 2023-01 at 4th Street and Campus Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-21 for Mitigated Negative Declaration for 4th Street and Campus Drive (4-0)
• Denied General Plan Amendment 2023-02 for 2.84 +/- acres at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue (2-2)
• Denied introduction of Ordinance for Zone Change 2023-02 at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue (2-2)
• Approved Special Investigator Scope of Work and Employment Agreement No. 2023-10 (4-0)
• Approved participation in the 2023-2024 County of Kern Used Oil Payment Program (4-0)
• Approved Demand Registers (May 05-18), Payroll Registers (May 12), and May 09 meeting minutes (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a public hearing to consider an ordinance that would permit a limited number of Type 10 or Type 12 storefront commercial cannabis sales in certain districts, including the Industrial, Agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District. The council will also vote on consent items, including approval of demand and payroll registers, meeting minutes, and a proclamation for Community Action Month. Additionally, the Successor Agency will consider declaring certain properties as surplus land for sale under the Surplus Land Act, and the council will receive an update on American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) spending.

• Public hearing on ordinance to allow Type 10/12 storefront cannabis sales in Industrial, Agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District
• Approval of demand registers totaling over $200,000, including $24,500 for Pecan & Richard Sump Project and $35,507.50 for Precision Civil Engineering
• Resolution to declare Successor Agency-owned properties as surplus land for sale under Surplus Land Act
• ARPA spending update for April 2023
• Closed session items include potential litigation (6 cases), liability claims, real property negotiation for APN 190-270-01, 03, 05, 06, and performance evaluation for City Attorney

The City Council voted to deny an ordinance that would have permitted a limited number of commercial cannabis storefront sales in specific districts. The council also approved a resolution regarding the sale of surplus land and processed several administrative items.

• Denied adoption of ordinance to permit Type 10 or 12 cannabis storefront sales (5-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-19 declaring certain real properties as surplus land (5-0)
• Approved Demand Registers (April 21 - May 04, 2023) (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Registers (April 28, 2023) (5-0)
• Approved April 25, 2023 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved proclamation for Community Action Month (5-0)
• Denied liability claim by Minako Toyama
• Conditionally approved liability claim by Juan R. Rico

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two General Plan Amendments and Zone Changes that would allow higher-density residential development. The first would rezone 8.6 acres at 4th Street and Campus Drive from Public Facilities to Medium Density Residential, and the second would rezone 2.84 acres at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential. The commission will also consider approving associated Mitigated Negative Declarations and minutes from the March 21, 2023 meeting.

• GPA 2023-01 / ZC 2023-01: 8.6 acres at 4th Street and Campus Drive from Public Facilities to Medium Density Residential, and from C-O/MUO to R-3
• GPA 2023-02 / ZC 2023-02: 2.84 acres at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential, and from R-1 PUD to R-4
• Mitigated Negative Declarations for both projects
• Approval of minutes from March 21, 2023 regular meeting

The Arvin Planning Commission voted to recommend approval of two General Plan amendments and zone changes to the City Council. The first project would rezone 8.6 acres at 4th Street and Campus Drive from Public Facilities to Medium Density Residential. The second project would rezone 2.84 acres at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue from Low Density Residential to High Density Residential, despite six public comments in opposition. Both recommendations include associated mitigated negative declarations.

• Approved Resolution APC 2023-02 recommending General Plan Amendment 2023-01 for 8.6 acres at 4th Street and Campus Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution APC 2023-03 recommending Zone Change 2023-01 from C-O/MUO to R-3 at 4th Street and Campus Drive (4-0)
• Approved Resolution APC 2023-04 adopting Mitigated Negative Declaration for GPA 2023-01 and ZC 2023-01 (4-0)
• Approved Resolution APC 2023-05 recommending General Plan Amendment 2023-02 for 2.84 acres at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Resolution APC 2023-06 recommending Zone Change 2023-02 from R-1 PUD to R-4 at Comanche Drive and Varsity Avenue (5-0)
• Approved Resolution APC 2023-07 adopting Mitigated Negative Declaration for GPA 2023-02 and ZC 2023-02 (5-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to permit a limited number of Type 10 or Type 12 storefront commercial cannabis sales in industrial, agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District areas. The council will also consider several action items, including awarding a professional services agreement for a sewer rate study, funding options for a solar renewable energy system at the wastewater treatment plant, and a consultant agreement for funding and permitting assistance. The agenda includes routine consent items, a presentation on a proposed micro-utility solar project, and closed session items on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Public hearing on ordinance to permit limited Type 10/12 storefront cannabis sales in industrial, agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District
• Resolution to award professional services agreement to Willdan Financial Services for a sewer cost allocation plan and rate study
• Consideration of funding options for solar renewable energy system at wastewater treatment plant: PPA or CEC ECAA 1% interest loan
• Resolution approving task authorization with Veolia North America for replacement of digester blower and effluent pump at wastewater treatment facility
• Resolution consenting to grant application to Caltrans for Arvin Electric Bus Infrastructure Installation Project ($49,309)

The City Council tabled a proposed ordinance to permit limited commercial cannabis storefront sales following opposition from 15 community members. The Council also approved several infrastructure contracts and established a beautification committee.

• Tabled ordinance to permit Type 10 or Type 12 commercial cannabis storefront sales (4-0)
• Approved establishment of Ad Hoc City Council Committee to Beautify Arvin (4-0)
• Approved professional services agreement with Willdan Financial Services for sewer operations rate study (4-0)
• Approved 1% interest loan program from California Energy Commission for wastewater plant solar system (4-0)
• Approved professional consultant services agreement with Carollo Engineers, Inc. for funding and permitting (4-0)
• Approved task authorization with Veolia North America for wastewater treatment facility repairs (4-0)
• Approved $49,309 grant application for Arvin Electric Bus Infrastructure Installation Project (4-0)
• Approved April 2023 proclamation for DMV/Donate Life Month (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to consider approving an employment agreement for an Assistant City Manager, as requested by Councilmembers Horton and Reyes. The council will also review consent items including demand and payroll registers, minutes from the March 28 meeting, and job description/salary changes for City Clerk and Office Technician positions. Closed session items include a threat to public services, a liability claim by Ruben Rodriguez, and a performance evaluation for the City Attorney.

• Consideration and approval of Assistant City Manager employment agreement
• Approval of demand registers totaling $305,158.55 for March 24-April 5, 2023
• Approval of payroll register for March 31, 2023
• Modification to City Clerk job description and salary range
• New Office Technician job description and salary range for City Clerk's office

The City Council approved the consent agenda, including payroll and updates to city clerk staffing. A proposed employment agreement for the Assistant City Manager was tabled. A liability claim from Ruben Rodriguez was denied during closed session.

• Approved Demand Registers (March 24 – April 05, 2023) (5-0)
• Approved Payroll Registers (March 31, 2023) (5-0)
• Approved March 28, 2023 Regular Meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved modification to City Clerk job description and salary range (5-0)
• Approved job description and salary range for Office Technician (5-0)
• Tabled Assistant City Manager Employment Agreement (3-2)
• Denied liability claim by Ruben Rodriguez

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to permit a limited number of Type 10 or Type 12 storefront cannabis sales in industrial, agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District zones. The council will also consider an employment agreement for an assistant city manager and discuss a report on city facilities. Several consent items, including approval of demand and payroll registers, are on the agenda.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Title 8, Chapter 8.29 to allow limited storefront cannabis sales
• Approval of demand registers totaling $23,997.05 for Blue Shield medical and $190,555.75 for Kern County Fire Department
• Approval of assistant city manager employment agreement
• Modification to City Clerk job description and salary range
• Closed session on labor negotiations with Arvin Police Officers Association and SEIU Local 521

City Council

The Arvin City Council is meeting to consider introducing an ordinance that would permit a limited number of Type 10 or Type 12 storefront cannabis sales in certain districts, and to receive updates on winter gas billing and zoning changes for multi-family housing. The agenda also includes consent items, a public hearing, and closed session items.

• Public hearing to introduce ordinance amending commercial cannabis rules to allow limited Type 10/12 storefront sales in Industrial, Agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District
• Consent item: Resolution adopting policy on sewer services for developments with affordable housing
• Consent item: Approval of agreement with Doug Ross, Inc. dba Central Valley Asphalt for Franklin Street Reconstruction Project
• Presentation: Winter 2023 billing update from Southern California Gas Company
• Presentation: Zoning ordinance updates for multi-family housing

The City Council introduced an ordinance to allow a limited number of Type 10 or Type 12 commercial cannabis storefronts in specific districts. The Council also approved several resolutions regarding housing, sewer services, and a regional board nomination.

• Approved introduction of ordinance to permit limited commercial cannabis storefront sales (5-0)
• Selected Gilberto Reyna for appointment to the District Governing Board (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-11 regarding sewer services for affordable housing (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-12 for the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report (5-0)
• Approved Franklin Street Reconstruction Project agreement with Doug Ross, Inc. (5-0)
• Approved fiscal agency agreement with Kern Community College District (5-0)
• Tabled City Clerk job description and salary range modification (5-0)
• Tabled Office Technician job description and salary range (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting with presentations on commissioner training and proposed zoning ordinance updates for multi-family housing. The commission will also elect a chairperson and vice chairperson, and consider approval of the January 25, 2023 special meeting minutes.

• Presentation: Zoning Ordinance Updates for Multi-Family Housing
• Election of Chairperson
• Election of Vice Chairperson
• Approval of Minutes of Special Meeting of January 25, 2023

The Planning Commission elected Joshlyn Horton as Chairperson and Anaiza Prado as Vice Chairperson. The commission also approved the agenda and the minutes from the January 25, 2023, special meeting.

• Approved agenda as to form (3-0)
• Approved January 25, 2023 special meeting minutes (3-0)
• Elected Joshlyn Horton as Chairperson (4-0)
• Elected Anaiza Prado as Vice Chairperson (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to hear presentations on clean energy projects and consider approving a letter of intent for a ground lease of approximately six acres (APN 189-353-07) to the Arvin Community Services District for a solar array. The meeting also includes public comments and approval of the agenda.

• Presentation on Arvin CSD Clean Energy Project (1.62-MW solar, $7.1M investment, $542k annual savings)
• Presentation on possible Arvin clean energy projects by SitelogIQ
• Consideration and approval of Letter of Intent to Ground Lease (APN 189-353-07, ~6 acres) between Successor Agency and Arvin CSD

The City Council approved a Letter of Intent for a ground lease of approximately six acres (APN 189-353-07) between the Successor Agency to the Arvin Community Redevelopment Agency and the Arvin Community Services District. The Mayor was authorized to execute the agreement.

• Approved Agenda as to form (3-0)
• Approved Letter of Intent for ground lease of approximately six acres, APN 189-353-07 (3-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to allow limited Type 10/12 storefront cannabis sales in certain districts, and will hear presentations on clean energy projects from the Arvin Community Services District and SitelogIQ. The council will also consider approving a sewer services policy for affordable housing developments, the 2022 Housing Element Annual Progress Report, and a letter of intent for a ground lease for a solar array. Consent items include approval of demand and payroll registers and meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on ordinance to permit limited Type 10/12 storefront cannabis sales in Industrial, Agricultural, and Bear Mountain Central Business District
• Presentation on Arvin CSD Clean Energy Project: 1.62-MW solar array, $7.1M investment, $542k annual savings, 30-year net savings $23.5M
• Presentation by SitelogIQ on possible Arvin clean energy projects, including microgrid and wastewater treatment plant solar
• Resolution adopting policy on sewer services for developments with affordable housing units
• Letter of intent for ground lease of ~6 acres (APN 189-353-07) between Successor Agency and Arvin CSD for solar array

City Council

The Arvin City Council is holding a special meeting to consider two action items: authorizing Veolia North America to install a solar renewable energy system at the Arvin Wastewater Treatment Facility, and adopting the City of Arvin Policy and Procedure Manual. The solar project would include a land lease providing the city $13,068 in the first year, escalating 3% annually for 20 years, and a power purchase agreement with a buyout option in year 12. The meeting is otherwise procedural, with agenda approval, public comments, and adjournment.

• Resolution authorizing Veolia to install solar system at Arvin Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Land lease for solar: $0.06/sq ft, $13,068 first year, 3% annual escalation for 20 years
• Power Purchase Agreement with 3% escalation and buyout option in year 12
• Adoption of City of Arvin Policy and Procedure Manual

The City Council approved the City of Arvin Policy and Procedure Manual. The council did not approve the proposed resolution for a solar energy system at the wastewater treatment facility, instead directing Veolia North America to work with the city on a PG&E interconnection application.

• Approved Agenda as to form (3-0)
• Proposed Resolution for Veolia North America solar system not approved
• Directed Veolia North America to work with the City for PG&E interconnection application submittal (3-0)
• Approved City of Arvin Policy and Procedure Manual (3-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings on transit needs, a traffic impact fee, an Environmental Justice Element, and an ordinance to permit limited Type 10/12 storefront cannabis sales. They will also consider consent items including special event permits, an EV charging station contract, and a solar system at the wastewater plant, plus discuss COVID-19 mitigation measures.

• Public hearing to introduce ordinance amending commercial cannabis rules to allow limited Type 10/12 storefront sales
• Approve $170,021 contract amendment with V-Max Electric for EV charging station equipment and installation
• Special event permits for Wildflower Festival (April 20-23) and Circus Royal Spectacular (March 7-14) at Smothermon Park
• Resolution authorizing Veolia to install solar renewable energy system at Arvin Wastewater Treatment Facility
• Public hearing to adopt Arvin Environmental Justice Element to the General Plan

The City Council approved several consent items, including a contract for electric vehicle charging stations and special event permits. The Council also adopted the Arvin Environmental Justice Element and modified traffic impact fees for a specific development project.

• Approved $170,021 contract with V-Max Electric, Inc. for EV charging equipment (4-0)
• Approved 20% reduction to Traffic Impact Fees for PUD (SDP) 1100BMB-Vanguard (4-0)
• Approved Arvin Environmental Justice Element for the General Plan (4-0)
• Approved resolution declaring no unmet transit needs within the city (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Wildflower Festival at Smothermon Park (4-0)
• Approved Special Event Permit for Circus Royal Spectacular at Smothermon Park (4-0)
• Approved appointment of Rubi Carmona to the Arvin Planning Commission (4-0)
• Approved Engineer II classification, job description, and salary schedule (4-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold public hearings on upholding a traffic impact fee condition for a development and adopting an Environmental Justice Element to the General Plan. They will also discuss and take action on COVID-19 mitigation measures, appoint planning commissioners, and handle routine consent items like approving payments and contracts.

• Public hearing to affirm Planning Commission's traffic impact fee condition for PUD (SDP) 1100BMB-Vanguard
• Public hearing to adopt Arvin Environmental Justice Element to General Plan with CEQA categorical exemption
• Discussion and action on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
• Appointments of Fatima Arellano Gonzalez and Joshlyn Horton to Planning Commission
• Approval of demand registers totaling over $100,000, including $23,421 to Badger Daylighting for storm drains

The City Council approved a series of consent items including planning commission appointments and project completions. Two public hearings regarding traffic impact fees and the Environmental Justice Element were tabled. The Council also replaced the Alternate Board Member for the Kern Council of Governments.

• Approved Consent Agenda Items 3A-3J (5-0)
• Accepted work for Franklin Street RSTP Improvements Project (Resolution 2023-06)
• Approved sale of surplus equipment (Resolution 2023-07)
• Adopted Emergency Services / Deputy Chief employment agreement (Agreement 2023-02)
• Revised terms for Kovacevich Park project agreement with QK Inc. (Agreement 2022-29)
• Appointed Fatima Arellano Gonzalez and Joshlyn Horton to Planning Commission
• Tabled public hearings for PUD 1100BMB-Vanguard traffic fees and Environmental Justice Element (5-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Juan Murillo as Alternate Board Member for KernCOG (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Arvin Planning Commission is holding a special meeting to consider two public hearing items: recommending adoption of the Arvin Environmental Justice Element to the General Plan, and recommending approval of a first amendment to a development agreement with FSBT Holdings 1, Inc. and JAM Realty Holdings LLC for commercial cannabis operations at 744 South Derby Street. The commission will also approve the consent agenda and hear public comments.

• Public hearing to recommend adoption of the Arvin Environmental Justice Element, with CEQA categorical exemption
• Public hearing to recommend approval of First Amendment to Development Agreement No. 2021-18 with FSBT Holdings 1, Inc. and JAM Realty Holdings LLC for commercial cannabis at 744 South Derby Street
• Approval of minutes from the December 14, 2022 special meeting
• Estimated $15,000 cost for Environmental Justice Element preparation

The Planning Commission approved a resolution recommending the adoption of the Arvin Environmental Justice Element to the General Plan. A proposal to amend a development agreement for commercial cannabis operations at 744 South Derby Street was denied.

• Approved Resolution No. APC 2023-01 recommending adoption of the Arvin Environmental Justice Element (3-0)
• Denied resolution recommending the First Amendment to Development Agreement No. 2021-18 for cannabis operations at 744 South Derby Street (1-2)
• Approved December 14, 2022 Special Meeting minutes (3-0)
• Approved agenda as to form (3-0)

City Council

The Arvin City Council will consider establishing an ad hoc committee on city facilities and discuss actions to mitigate COVID-19 impacts. The consent agenda includes approval of demand and payroll registers and a proclamation for Safe Surrendered Baby Awareness Month. A staff report on transportation data for FY 2021-2022 will be presented. The meeting also includes closed session items on threats to public services and anticipated litigation.

• Resolution to establish an ad hoc City Council committee on city facilities
• Discussion and action on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures
• Approval of demand registers totaling $275,255.36 and payroll registers of $3,763.59
• Proclamation declaring February 2023 as Safe Surrendered Baby Awareness Month
• Staff report on transportation data for FY 2021-2022

The City Council approved the creation of an Ad Hoc City Council Committee Regarding City Facilities. Mayor Olivia Trujillo appointed Councilmembers Donny Horton and Susana Reyes to the committee. No action was taken regarding COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures.

• Approved Agenda as to form (4-0)
• Approved Demand Registers for Jan 07, 2023 — Jan 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved Payroll Registers for Jan 20, 2023 (4-0)
• Approved proclamation for Safe Surrendered Baby Awareness Month (4-0)
• Approved Resolution No. 2023-05 establishing Ad Hoc City Council Committee Regarding City Facilities (4-0)
• No action taken on COVID-19 pandemic mitigation measures

City Council

The Arvin City Council will hold a regular meeting with action items including the purchase of two police canines and related startup costs, discussion on COVID-19 mitigation measures, and appointment of an alternate board member. The consent agenda includes approval of demand and payroll registers, a grant application for hybrid police vehicles, and a wastewater treatment pond improvement application. The meeting also includes closed session items on threats to public services and anticipated litigation.

• Purchase of two police canines, program startup costs, and handler courses from Adlerhorst International LLC
• Resolution authorizing grant application to San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District for 7 Ford Interceptor Hybrid vehicles
• Resolution authorizing financial assistance application to State Water Resources Control Board for Wastewater Treatment Pond Number 3 improvements
• Approval of red curb marking for bus stop on Varsity Road as no parking zone
• Adoption of Emergency Services Management Director / Deputy Chief classification and salary schedule

The City Council approved several administrative items, including grant applications for police vehicles and wastewater treatment improvements. The council also authorized the purchase of two police canines and associated training from Adlerhorst International LLC. Daniel Borreli was appointed as Mayor Pro Tem.

• Approved purchase of two police canines and handler courses from Adlerhorst International LLC (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-01 for grant application for seven 2023 Ford Interceptor Hybrid vehicles (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-02 for wastewater treatment pond number 3 improvements grant application (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-03 for red curb no parking zone at Varsity Road bus stop (5-0)
• Approved Emergency Services Management Director / Deputy Chief classification and salary schedule (5-0)
• Approved MOU with CivicWell for CivicSpark Fellows FY 2022-2023 (5-0)
• Appointed Daniel Borreli as Mayor Pro Tem (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2023-04 for Successor Agency obligation payment schedule (5-0)