Chowchilla public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Chowchilla Planning Commission scheduled for December 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2022.

City Council

The City Council reviewed the financial report for development impact fees for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2021. The report details revenues, expenditures, and fund balances for various infrastructure funds including fire, police, parks, and water systems.

• Fire Impact Fee Fund ended with a balance of $360,188
• Public Safety Impact Fee Fund ended with a balance of $295,202
• Waste Water Impact Fee Fund recorded $7,628 in fees and $11,970 in expenditures
• Parks Development Impact Fee Fund ended with a balance of $32,294
• Signalization Impact Fee Fund ended with a balance of $413,351

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a closed session on litigation and a city administrator performance evaluation, then an open session covering routine approvals, public hearings on the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and impact fee accounts, and new business including council reorganization and appointments. The agenda also includes a well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC and a verbal update on COVID-19.

• Public hearing: adopt 2020 Urban Water Management Plan
• Public hearing: review impact fee accounts (AB1600)
• Second reading: zoning map amendment #19-0011
• Well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC
• Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes, check register, and a resolution for remote teleconferencing. It adopted the 2020 Urban Water Management Plan and an AB1600 impact fee report, and approved a well installation permit for Pheasant Run Golf Course. The council also reorganized, electing John Chavez as mayor and Ray Barragan as mayor pro tem.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and remote meeting resolution (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution 85-21 approving 2020 Urban Water Management Plan (4-0, Ahmed absent)
• Adopted Resolution 86-21 reviewing impact fee accounts under AB1600 (unanimous)
• Approved well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC with indemnification (unanimous)
• Elected John Chavez as Mayor (unanimous)
• Elected Ray Barragan as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a public hearing to consider approving amendments to the Rancho Calera Specific Plan, including a General Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment, Tentative Subdivision Map for 141 lots, a Development Agreement, and a Mitigated Negative Declaration. The Planning Commission has recommended approval. The project would modify the previously approved master planned community, reducing commercial space and park acreage while adding storm retention basins and open space corridors.

• General Plan Amendment #19-0003, Specific Plan Amendment, Zoning Map Amendment #19-0011
• Tentative Subdivision Map #21-0010: 140 residential lots and 1 mixed-use commercial lot on ~23 acres
• Development Agreement: 20-year term with two 5-year extensions
• Commercial square footage reduced from 495,000 to 308,405 sq ft
• Quitclaim deed to release City interest in prior development agreements

The Chowchilla City Council approved a series of resolutions and actions for the Rancho Calera Specific Plan project, including a mitigated negative declaration, general plan and specific plan amendments, a zoning map amendment, a development agreement, and a tentative subdivision map. The council also approved a quitclaim deed termination and release of interest. All motions passed with Council Member Chavez absent.

• Approved Resolution #79-21 (Mitigated Negative Declaration)
• Approved Resolution #80-21 (General Plan Amendment #19-0003)
• Approved Resolution #81-21 (Specific Plan Amendment #19-0003)
• Waived first reading of zoning map amendment ordinance
• Approved Resolution #82-21 (Development Agreement)
• Approved Resolution #83-21 (Tentative Subdivision Map #21-0010)
• Approved quitclaim deed termination and release of interest

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing several amendments to the Rancho Calera Specific Plan, including changes to zoning, land use, and subdivision maps. The proposal includes reducing commercial square footage and park acreage while adding new storm retention basins and open space corridors.

• Rancho Calera Specific Plan Amendment
• General Plan Amendment
• Zoning Map Amendment
• Tentative Subdivision Map #21-0010 (141 Lots)
• Development Agreement

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider approving an ordinance to comply with state SB 1383 organic waste reduction requirements, and a resolution to continue remote teleconferencing for meetings. The agenda also includes approval of the November 9 meeting minutes and other routine items.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance amending Title 8 for organic waste disposal reduction (SB 1383)
• Resolution authorizing continued use of remote teleconferencing (AB 361)
• Approval of November 9, 2021 City Council meeting minutes

The Chowchilla City Council met on November 23, 2021, and unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the adoption of an ordinance adding organic waste disposal reduction requirements to the municipal code, a resolution authorizing continued remote teleconferencing, and the approval of prior meeting minutes. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved November 9, 2021 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted ordinance amending Title 8 for organic waste disposal reduction (unanimous)
• Authorized continued remote teleconferencing via resolution (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider a budget amendment to purchase a code enforcement truck using Measure N funds and a $55,000 grant. The meeting includes a public hearing on a new ordinance for organic waste disposal and a continued hearing to revoke a permit for an auto repair shop at 235 W Robertson Boulevard. Staff will also present on the use of American Rescue Plan Act funds and a Caltrans grant for median beautification.

• Budget amendment to purchase a Code Enforcement truck with up to $55,000 from Community Corrections Partnership
• First reading of ordinance adding Organic Waste Disposal Reduction requirements to Municipal Code Title 8
• Continued public hearing to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for auto repair shop at 235 W Robertson Boulevard
• Discussion of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds usage
• Caltrans presentation on Clean California Initiative Grant for Robertson Boulevard median beautification

The Chowchilla City Council directed that American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds be used for a new well and water storage tank. It also approved a budget amendment for a code enforcement truck funded by up to $55,000 from the Community Corrections Partnership, and approved placing military service medallions above the Barragan Stage. The council continued a public hearing on revoking a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop to April 12, 2022, and waived the first reading of an organic waste ordinance.

• Directed ARPA funds toward new well and water storage tank (consensus)
• Approved Resolution 77-21 for Measure N budget amendment for code enforcement truck (5-0)
• Approved American Legion request for military medallions at Veterans Memorial Park (5-0)
• Continued CUP revocation hearing for 235 W Robertson Blvd to April 12, 2022 (4-1, Chavez no)
• Waived first reading of organic waste reduction ordinance (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes and check register (5-0)
• Extended Salters Tolling Agreement (5-0)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Redevelopment Successor Agency, including a closed session on potential litigation. In open session, they will consider a well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC, a budget amendment for two infrastructure investments, and receive updates on the Excel project and COVID-19. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes and financial reports.

• Well installation permit application by Pheasant Run, LLC
• Resolution amending FY 2021/22 budget for two infrastructure investments
• Quarterly review of Excel Project Management Program
• Verbal update on COVID-19 state of emergency and possible action
• Proclamation for Red Ribbon Week (Oct 23-31)

The City Council approved Resolution 76-21, amending the FY 2021/22 budget to include two additional infrastructure investments. A well installation permit request by Pheasant Run, LLC was deferred pending further information from a newly created ad hoc committee. The consent calendar, including meeting minutes and financial reports, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 76-21 amending FY 2021/22 budget for two infrastructure investments (unanimous)
• Created PRGC Ad Hoc committee for Pheasant Run well permit; deferred decision (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including Oct 12 minutes, Sept financials, fee waiver report, and Resolution 74-21 on remote teleconferencing (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is holding a special meeting that includes a closed session to evaluate the City Administrator's performance. The open session is largely procedural, with agenda approval, public address, and adjournment. The meeting is held concurrently with the regular meeting and offers remote participation via Zoom.

• Closed session: Public employee performance evaluation for City Administrator
• Special meeting runs concurrently with the October 26, 2021 regular meeting
• Remote participation via Zoom and phone available
• Public comment limited to 3 minutes per speaker

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on October 26, 2021, with a closed session to evaluate the City Administrator's performance, per Government Code Section 54957. No report was given from the closed session. The council unanimously approved the agenda as presented, and the meeting adjourned at 8:47 p.m. No substantive decisions were made during open session.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Chowchilla Planning Commission scheduled for October 20, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 17, 2021.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider awarding a $1,181,925 contract to Divcon, Inc. for the Police Department Security Fence Project, which includes budget amendments. They will also hold a workshop on the city branding update and receive a verbal update on the COVID-19 state of emergency. The agenda includes proclamations, consent items, and public comment periods.

• Resolution awarding Police Department Security Fence Project to Divcon, Inc. for $1,181,925
• Workshop on City of Chowchilla Branding Update
• Proclamation of Domestic Violence Awareness Month, October 2021
• Approval of August 2021 Check Register Report
• Verbal update on State of Emergency and COVID-19

The Chowchilla City Council approved Resolution #74-21, awarding the Police Department Security Fence Project to Divcon, Inc. for $1,181,925.00 and amending the FY 2021/22 budget. The council also gave consensus to move forward with a red color scheme for the city's rebranding, including uniform logos. The consent calendar, including meeting minutes and the August 2021 check register, was approved. Mayor Pro Tem Ray Barragan was absent for all votes.

• Approved Resolution #74-21 awarding Police Department Security Fence Project to Divcon, Inc. for $1,181,925.00
• Consensus to move forward with red color scheme for city rebranding, including uniform logos
• Approved consent calendar including Sept 28 meeting minutes and August 2021 check register

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is holding a second public hearing on transitioning from at-large to by-district elections, a significant change in how council members are elected. The council will also receive updates on COVID-19, hear a report from the Madera County Economic Development Commission, and consider routine consent items including meeting minutes and monthly financial reports.

• Second public hearing on transitioning from at-large to by-district elections
• Proclamation declaring Fire Prevention Week, October 3-9, 2021
• Approval of July and August 2021 monthly financial statements
• Approval of September 14, 2021 City Council meeting minutes
• Verbal update on COVID-19 state of emergency and possible direction

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously rejected a claim filed by Desmond David Joice during closed session, as reported in open session. The council also approved the agenda as presented and issued a proclamation for Fire Prevention Week. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting consisted primarily of reports and presentations.

• Rejected claim filed by Desmond David Joice (unanimous)
• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is holding a special meeting concurrent with its regular meeting. The main item is a resolution to authorize the City Administrator to implement teleconferenced public meetings under Assembly Bill 361, which allows remote meetings during the COVID-19 state of emergency. The council will also hold a closed session to discuss a liability claim.

• Resolution to authorize teleconferenced meetings under AB 361 (New Business item 6.0)
• Closed session on liability claim by Desmond David Joice
• Public comment period for closed session items

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on September 28, 2021. They unanimously rejected a liability claim filed by Desmond David Joice. The council also unanimously approved Resolution #73-21, authorizing the City Administrator to implement teleconferenced public meetings under Assembly Bill 361. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Rejected liability claim by Desmond David Joice (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #73-21 authorizing teleconferenced public meetings under AB 361 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 15, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 20, 2021. No items were discussed or decided at this meeting.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for October 20, 2021

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a public hearing on whether to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for an automotive repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard. The council will also consider awarding a $15,600 contract for structural evaluation of the former library, adopting CDBG loan program guidelines for small businesses, and approving routine consent items. Closed session includes discussion of potential litigation and an existing case.

• Public hearing to revoke Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for automotive repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard (APN 002-051-010)
• Resolution to award $15,600 to Advanced Structural Design, Inc. for structural evaluation of former library
• Adoption of CDBG Coronavirus Aid Small Business Loan Program and Economic Development Loan Program guidelines
• Resolution approving Master Agreement with Madera County Transportation Commission for RSTP exchange funding
• Approval of August 2021 check register and meeting minutes

The council voted unanimously to leave the public hearing open on revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for an automotive repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard, giving the property owner time to complete conditions and bring the item back on November 9, 2021. The council also approved Resolution 69-21 awarding a $15,600 structural evaluation of the former library to Advanced Structural Design, Inc., with Council Member Smith abstaining and Mayor Palmer voting no. Resolutions 70-, 71-, and 72-21 were adopted unanimously, establishing CDBG small business and economic development loan program guidelines and authorizing applications for CV2 and CV3 allocations. The consent calendar, including the August 24, 2021 minutes, August 2021 check run report, and Resolution 68-21 for RSTP exchange funding, was approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check report, and RSTP resolution (unanimous)
• Left CUP revocation hearing open, deferred to Nov. 9 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 69-21 for library structural evaluation, $15,600 (4-1, Smith abstained, Palmer no)
• Adopted Resolutions 70-21, 71-21, 72-21 for CDBG loan programs and CV2/CV3 allocations (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on August 24, 2021, approving the consent calendar (minutes from two prior meetings) unanimously. The council also discussed the Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021, reaching consensus to individualize letters for each councilmember to sign. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included reports and updates only.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes from Aug 10 and Aug 19 special meetings (unanimous)
• Consensus to individualize letters regarding Farm Workforce Modernization Act, allowing separate signatures by each councilmember

City Council

This special meeting consists of ceremonial items only. The Council will administer oaths of office to new members of the police and fire departments and recognize a retiring fire chief.

• Oaths of office for new Chowchilla Police Department CSO/Dispatchers and Officers
• Oaths of office for new Chowchilla Fire Department Fire Chief and Volunteer Firefighters
• Retirement recognition of former Fire Chief Harry D. Turner (Gaumnitz)

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on August 19, 2021, that was entirely ceremonial. No substantive decisions were made; the council administered oaths of office to new police department members and fire department members, and recognized the retirement of former Fire Chief Harry D. Turner. The meeting adjourned at 6:29 p.m.

• Administered ceremonial oaths to new police department members (CSO/Dispatchers, Police Officer I/II)
• Administered ceremonial oaths to new fire department members (Fire Chief, Volunteer Firefighters)
• Recognized retirement of former Fire Chief Harry D. Turner

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss direction for City of Chowchilla branding. The agenda also includes decisions on legal services, housing applications, and police department fencing.

• Discussion regarding City of Chowchilla Branding
• Resolution approving agreement with Lozano Smith for City Attorney and Litigation Services
• Resolution authorizing submittal of the 2020 CalHOME Application
• Ratification of Emergency Services Director Order #03-2021 for Police Department perimeter fencing
• Review of Excel Project Management Program (PMP) Quarterly Review

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on August 10, 2021, and approved several items. They unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included the July 27 meeting minutes, the July 2021 check register, and a resolution approving an amended side letter with the police officer association. The council also unanimously approved resolutions for a new city attorney agreement with Lozano Smith, the 2020 CalHOME application, and a resolution authorizing the purchase and installation of perimeter fencing around the police department. No public hearings or deferred business were held.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and CPOA side letter (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #65-21 for Lozano Smith city attorney services (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #66-21 authorizing 2020 CalHOME application (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #67-21 for police department perimeter fencing (unanimous)

Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee

The Measure N Citizen's Oversight Committee will review the mid-year budget for the 2021/2022 fiscal year, which includes $3.47 million in appropriations for police and fire services funded by the 1% sales tax. The committee will also approve minutes from the April 1, 2021 meeting. No action is required on the budget; it is a presentation only.

• Approval of April 1, 2021 meeting minutes
• Mid-year review of Measure N FY 21/22 budget ($3,471,808 total appropriations)
• Capital outlay includes $300,000 for police building improvements and $700,000 for fire station expansion
• Transfers out to General Fund: $745,154 (police) and $700,000 (fire)
• Staffing: 6 positions (2 CSOs, 3 police officers, 1 fire inspector)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is meeting to consider several significant items, including awarding a $1.166 million contract for the Fire Station Expansion and Renovation Project, authorizing a new police dispatch and records system, and adding an Administrative Sergeant position. The council will also hold public hearings on revoking a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop, transitioning from at-large to by-district elections, and approving landscape and lighting district assessments. A presentation on California's SB 1383 organic waste recycling requirements is also scheduled.

• Resolution awarding design/build for Fire Station Expansion and Renovation to Deide Construction, Inc. for $1,166,000
• Resolution authorizing police chief to sign services agreement with Sun Ridge Systems for new dispatch and records system
• Resolution authorizing addition of an Administrative Sergeant position
• Public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for auto repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard
• Public hearing on introducing transition from at-large to by-district elections

The City Council approved a resolution awarding a $1,166,000 design/build contract to Deide Construction, Inc. for the Fire Station Expansion and Renovation Project, and authorized amending the FY 2021/22 budget to cover the cost. The council also approved several other resolutions, including a new police records system, an additional administrative sergeant position, and the annual landscape district assessments. A public hearing on revoking a conditional use permit for an auto repair shop was continued to September 14, 2021.

• Approved $1,166,000 design/build contract for Fire Station Expansion to Deide Construction (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing police chief to sign Sun Ridge Systems agreement for CAD/RMS replacement (4-0)
• Approved resolution authorizing additional Administrative Sergeant position (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #60-21 for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 annual assessments (4-0)
• Continued public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for auto repair shop to Sept 14 (4-0)
• Approved T-Mobile solicitor's certificate with 1-year limitation, revocable by police chief (3-1, Chavez no)
• Appointed Council Member Chavez as primary LOCC delegate, Ahmed as alternate (consensus)
• Rejected liability claim by Michelle Brickey (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving Conditional Use Permit No. 21-0004, which would allow a tire recycling facility in an existing building at 17708 Avenue 23 ½. The commission will also vote on the accompanying Notice of Exemption and adopt Resolution 21-06 if approved. The agenda includes routine items like approving the June 16, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Conditional Use Permit No. 21-0004 for a tire recycling facility at 17708 Avenue 23 ½ (APN 002-341-011)
• Approval of June 16, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Notice of Exemption under CEQA (Class 1 and Class 3 categorical exemptions)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee is meeting to elect a chair and vice chair, receive an informational report on hangar vacancies and the waitlist, and discuss COVID-19 relief funding and the airport capital improvement program. No votes are scheduled on these items; they are for discussion and information.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• Informational report on hangar vacancies and wait-list
• Discussion of COVID-19 Relief Acts Funding
• Discussion of Airport Capital Improvement Program

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is meeting to approve the agenda, consent items including June 2021 minutes and check register, and several new business items. Key actions include authorizing a fireworks booth sales permit drawing for 2022-2023, approving a resolution to let Madera Action Partnership use Civic Center office space for a victim services advocate, and adopting side letters for four employee associations covering July 2021-June 2022. The council will also receive a verbal update on the COVID-19 state of emergency.

• Fireworks booth sales permit drawing for 2022 and 2023
• Resolution allowing Madera Action Partnership to use Civic Center office space for victim services advocate
• Side letters for CEA, CCOEA, CMMCA, and CPOA covering July 1, 2021-June 30, 2022
• Resolution adjusting management employee salaries to match CMMCA side letter
• Approval of June 2021 check register and June 29, 2021 special meeting minutes

The Chowchilla City Council approved resolutions for employee side letters (CEA, CCOEA, CMMCA, and CPOA) covering July 1, 2021–June 30, 2022, with the CPOA letter amended to offer only a 1.25% COLA. It also approved a resolution allowing the Madera Action Partnership to use an office in the Civic Center for a victim services advocate. The fireworks booth permit drawing for 2022–2023 was held, with CPOA, Fuller Elementary, Chowchilla Lioness Lions, and VFW selected, and Family Worship Center as alternate. The consent calendar, including the June 8, 2021 minutes and June 2021 check register, was approved unanimously.

• Approved consent calendar including June 8, 2021 minutes and June 2021 check register (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 54-21 allowing Madera Action Partnership to use Civic Center office for victim services advocate (unanimous).
• Approved Resolutions 55-21 through 58-21 for CEA, CCOEA, CMMCA side letters and management salary adjustments (unanimous).
• Approved Resolution 59-21 for CPOA side letter as amended, offering only 1.25% COLA (unanimous).
• Held fireworks booth permit drawing for 2022–2023; order: CPOA, Fuller Elementary, Chowchilla Lioness Lions, VFW, alternate Family Worship Center.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is reviewing the proposed Fiscal Year 2021-2022 budget, which includes detailed plans for all city funds, departments, and capital projects. The agenda is the budget document itself, covering revenues, expenditures, and appropriations across general, enterprise, and special revenue funds. No separate action items are listed; the meeting is for budget discussion and adoption.

• General Fund budget overview
• Water, sewer, and solid waste enterprise fund budgets
• Capital projects: Berenda Slough Bridge, Riverside/11th & Kings, Alley Paving
• Debt service schedules for various bonds and loans
• Measure N Public Safety special revenue fund

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is holding a special meeting with closed session items on potential litigation and labor negotiations, followed by an open session. Key actions include a public hearing on revoking a conditional use permit for an automotive repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard, adopting the 2021-22 fiscal year budgets, and levying an assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1. The council will also discuss the future use of the former County Library and receive a COVID-19 update.

• Public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for an automotive repair shop at 235 W. Robertson Boulevard
• Resolution of intention to levy annual assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1
• Adoption of 2021-22 fiscal year budgets for City Operating and Capital, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Finance Authority, Gann Appropriation Limit, and salary scale amendment
• Request for direction on future use of the former County Library
• Approval of applications for Transportation Development Act funds for FY 2021/2022

The City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, and Public Finance Authority held a joint special meeting on June 29, 2021. They approved the consent calendar, including the May 2021 financials and a resolution for TDA fund applications. The Council adopted the FY 2021-22 operating and capital budget, the Redevelopment Successor Agency budget, the Public Finance Authority budget, the Gann appropriation limit, and the salary scale, all with amendments to correct the '2018/19' column. They also continued a public hearing on revoking a conditional use permit for an automotive repair shop to July 27, 2021, and directed staff to obtain quotes for an architectural and structural assessment of the former County Library.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent calendar, including June 8, 2021 minutes, May 2021 financials, and Resolution 49-21 for TDA fund applications.
• Continued the public hearing on revoking Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 to July 27, 2021.
• Directed staff to obtain quotes for an architectural and structural assessment of the former County Library, rather than submitting a state application.
• Approved Resolution 51-21 to levy and collect annual assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1.
• Adopted the FY 2021-22 City Operating and Capital Budget (Resolution 51-21) with an amendment to the '2018/19' column.
• Adopted the Redevelopment Successor Agency Budget (Resolution 02-21) with an amendment to the '2018/19' column.
• Adopted the Public Finance Authority Budget (Resolution 01-21) with an amendment to the '2018/19' column.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council meeting scheduled for June 22, 2021, is cancelled. The agenda contains only the cancellation notice and public posting certification, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for AT&T to build a 75-foot monopole telecommunications tower at 1617 Robertson Boulevard. The item was continued from previous meetings to allow for a radio frequency report and possible collocation of public safety equipment. The commission will also consider approving the May 19, 2021 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 21-0005 for AT&T 75-foot monopole tower at 1617 Robertson Boulevard
• Tower to include nine panel antennas, equipment cabinet, and backup generator with 190-gallon fuel tank
• Proposed stealth design to resemble a palm tree per Condition #11
• Approval of May 19, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider approving a bid award and agreement with Price, Paige & Company for professional audit services, and authorizing an amendment with NBS for a Development Impact Fee Study related to the refunding of CFD 2006-1 Bonds. The council will also receive a verbal update on the COVID-19 state of emergency and may take direction or action. The agenda includes consent items such as meeting minutes, the May check register, and a resolution adopting the FY 2021-2022 SB 1 road project list.

• Resolution to award audit services agreement to Price, Paige & Company
• Resolution authorizing amendment with NBS for Development Impact Fee Study (CFD 2006-1 Bonds)
• Resolution adopting list of projects for FY 2021-2022 funded by SB 1 (Road Maintenance and Repair Account)
• Approval of May 2021 check register (includes $28,750.10 to Lozano Smith LLP for legal services)
• Verbal update on COVID-19 state of emergency with possible direction/action

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously approved a resolution awarding a professional audit services contract to Price, Paige & Company. They also approved a resolution authorizing the City Administrator to amend an agreement with NBS for a development impact fee study related to CFD 2006-1 bond refunding. The consent calendar, including the May 25 meeting minutes, May check register, and a resolution adopting SB 1 road projects, was approved unanimously.

• Approved Resolution 47-21 awarding audit services to Price, Paige & Company (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 48-21 authorizing City Administrator to amend NBS agreement for development impact fee study (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including May 25 minutes, May check register, and SB 1 project list (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold workshops on Robertson Boulevard median/planter beautification concepts and the 2021/22 fiscal year budget, and receive a presentation on SB 1383 organic waste regulations. The council will also consider resolutions on weed abatement, a tentative parcel map, and a General Plan amendment for Prosperity Boulevard. Public hearings are scheduled for these items, and the meeting includes a closed session on labor negotiations.

• Workshop: Robertson Boulevard median/planter beautification conceptual designs between SR 99 and First Street
• Workshop: 2021/22 Fiscal Year Budget
• Resolution: 2021 Weed Abatement - hearing protests and authorizing documents
• Resolution: Tentative Parcel Map 21-0007 to subdivide APN 002-290-003 into two parcels
• Resolution: General Plan Amendment 20-0019 to eliminate and realign a portion of Prosperity Boulevard

The City Council approved the agenda as amended, moving Mid Valley Disposal's SB 1383 presentation to a June meeting. During the workshop, the Council reached consensus to proceed with the modified design concept and cost estimate for the Robertson Boulevard median/planter beautification, with final approval to come later. No other substantive decisions were made; the closed session reported no action.

• Approved agenda as amended, moving SB 1383 presentation to June (unanimous)
• Consensus to move forward with modified Robertson Blvd median/planter design and cost estimate

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending approval of a conditional use permit for AT&T to build a 75-foot monopole telecommunications tower at 1617 Robertson Boulevard. The item was tabled from the May 3 meeting to allow the applicant to provide a radio frequency compliance report and discuss potential collocation of public safety equipment. The commission will also approve the minutes from the May 3 special meeting. The meeting includes a closed session on anticipated litigation.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit #21-0005 for a 75-foot AT&T monopole tower at 1617 Robertson Blvd.
• Tower would include nine panel antennas at 71 feet, a backup generator, and a 190-gallon fuel tank.
• Staff recommends a condition requiring the tower to be redesigned as a palm tree stealth facility.
• Approval of May 3, 2021 special meeting minutes.
• Closed session on anticipated litigation (1 potential case).

City Council

This is a special closed session meeting of the Chowchilla City Council. The council will confer with legal counsel about anticipated litigation (one potential case) and whether to initiate litigation (one case). No public action is scheduled; the meeting is limited to these confidential legal discussions.

• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on initiating litigation (1 case)

The City Council held a special closed session meeting and unanimously approved a settlement agreement with the California High Speed Rail, authorizing the City Administrator to execute it. The Council also unanimously approved a motion to extend the tolling agreement if the rail fails to execute the settlement, and to initiate litigation if no extension is agreed upon.

• Approved settlement with California High Speed Rail, giving City Administrator authority to execute (5-0)
• Approved extending tolling agreement if rail fails to execute settlement; otherwise initiate litigation (5-0)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a workshop to discuss the future of the former County Library at 621 Robertson Blvd, which has been unused since 2003. Staff will present options including full rehabilitation (estimated over $1 million), sale, lease to the Historical Society, or demolition. The council will also consider routine items like approving minutes, the check register, and a resolution for an adjusted salary scale.

• Workshop on former County Library at 621 Robertson Blvd with options: rehab ($829,816+), sale ($200k-$300k), lease/sale to Historical Society, or demolition ($100k-$150k)
• Resolution approving 2021 update to Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP)
• Resolution approving adjusted salary scale for Permit Technician II classification
• Consent calendar: April 27, 2021 minutes, April check register, notices of completion for energy efficiency projects
• Request for direction on citywide volunteer program

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution #41-21, adopting the 2021 update to the Sewer System Management Plan (SSMP). The council also approved the consent calendar, including meeting minutes, the check register, and several resolutions. A workshop on the former County Library was discussed, with a consensus to bring it back with additional repair quotes at the June 22 meeting. The council directed staff to develop a citywide volunteer program, including a Beautify Chowchilla Volunteer Program.

• Approved Resolution #41-21, 2021 SSMP update (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including April 27 minutes, check register, and completion notices (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop a citywide volunteer program, including Beautify Chowchilla (consensus)
• Consensus to revisit former County Library item with repair quotes at June 22 meeting

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold public hearings on three items: a tentative parcel map to subdivide a 4.88-acre site at 313 Prosperity Boulevard into two lots (0.79 and 4.09 acres), a General Plan amendment to remove and realign a 4,200-foot segment of Prosperity Boulevard, and a conditional use permit for a 75-foot AT&T monopole at 1617 Robertson Boulevard. The commission will make recommendations to the City Council on each item.

• Tentative Parcel Map 21-0007: Subdivide APN 02-290-003 into two lots (0.79 and 4.09 acres) at 313 Prosperity Boulevard, with existing Panda Express on smaller lot.
• General Plan Amendment 20-0019: Remove and realign approximately 4,200-foot Major Collector segment of Prosperity Boulevard, with property owner sign-offs.
• Conditional Use Permit 21-0005: AT&T (New Cingular Wireless) to construct 75-foot monopole telecommunication tower at 1617 Robertson Boulevard.
• Consent Calendar: Approval of April 19, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes.
• Public hearings include CEQA Notices of Exemption for all three items.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a regular meeting with a closed session for potential litigation, followed by an open session. The main business includes adopting resolutions to examine sales/use tax records, accepting the 2020 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports, and receiving updates on the Excel Project Management Program and COVID-19. The agenda also includes consent items like approving minutes, financials, and a fee waiver report, plus proclamations for Peace Officers Week and Municipal Clerks Week.

• Resolution to authorize examination of sales or transactions and use tax records
• Resolution accepting General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Element Progress Report for 2020
• Resolution initiating proceedings for annual levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1
• Approval of March financials and quarterly fee waiver report
• Proclamations for National Peace Officers Week (May 9-15) and Professional Municipal Clerks Week (May 2-8)

The Chowchilla City Council approved the consent calendar, which included the April 13 meeting minutes, March financials, a quarterly fee waiver report, and a resolution initiating landscape and lighting district assessments. The council also adopted Resolution 35-21 authorizing examination of sales and use tax records, and Resolution 36-21 accepting the General Plan and Housing Element annual progress reports for 2020. Council Member John Chavez was absent for all votes. No public comments were made during the open session.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0, Chavez absent)
• Approved consent calendar including April 13 minutes, March financials, fee waiver report, and Resolution 34-21 for landscape/lighting district assessments (4-0, Chavez absent)
• Adopted Resolution 35-21 authorizing examination of sales/use tax records (4-0, Chavez absent)
• Adopted Resolution 36-21 accepting General Plan and Housing Element annual progress reports for 2020 (4-0, Chavez absent)
• Removed 'Sister City' item from Excel Project Management Program update list by consensus

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for an automotive repair shop at 235 Robertson Boulevard, due to the owner's failure to complete required site improvements. The commission will also review the city's General Plan and Housing Element annual progress reports for 2020. The meeting includes routine items like approving the previous meeting's minutes.

• Public hearing on revocation of Conditional Use Permit No. 20-0008 for automotive repair shop at 235 Robertson Boulevard
• Review of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report and Annual Housing Element Progress Report for 2020
• Approval of March 17, 2021 Planning Commission meeting minutes
• Special Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 3, 2021

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold public hearings on a tentative subdivision map for a 28-lot development and a $500,000 CDBG application for economic development loans. They will also discuss the city's financial audit, the future of the old library, and American Rescue Plan Act funding, and consider a reimbursement agreement for Road 16 rehabilitation.

• Public hearing: Tentative Subdivision Map 20-0020 for a 28-lot subdivision
• Public hearing: 2021 CDBG application for $500,000 in economic development loans
• Resolution authorizing reimbursement agreement up to $532,105 with Madera County for Road 16 rehabilitation from Avenue 24 to Avenue 25
• Discussion on American Rescue Plan Act funding
• Discussion on future use of the old library

The Chowchilla City Council approved a tentative subdivision map for a 28-lot development, authorized a $500,000 CDBG grant application for economic development loans, and approved a $532,105 reimbursement agreement with Madera County for road rehabilitation. All votes were unanimous. The council also directed staff to revisit the old library's future use with additional stakeholder input.

• Approved Resolution #31-21 adopting Tentative Subdivision Map 20-0020 for a 28-lot subdivision (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #32-21 authorizing submission of 2021 CDBG application for $500,000 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #33-21 authorizing reimbursement agreement up to $532,105 with Madera County for Road 16 rehabilitation (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including March 23 minutes, check register, FTA Section 5311 resolution, Montgomery Farms agreement modification, and CDBG grant resolution (unanimous)
• Directed staff to bring back old library discussion with interested parties including Historical Society

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a closed session on litigation and labor negotiations, followed by an open session with proclamations, consent calendar items, and new business. Key actions include authorizing a development agreement for a distribution center (Project Sunset), transferring FAA grant funds, and establishing amnesty programs for delinquent assessments in Reassessment District No. 2003-1 (Greenhills).

• Resolution to adopt term sheet and negotiate development agreement for Project Sunset distribution center
• Resolution to transfer $96,036 in FAA entitlement grant funds to Mammoth Yosemite Airport
• Resolution establishing amnesty programs for penalties and interest on delinquent lots in Reassessment District No. 2003-1 (Greenhills)
• Ordinance to regulate smoking in public areas (second reading)
• Resolution to execute professional services agreement with NBS for CFD 2006-1 bond refunding fiscal impact analysis

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution #21-21, adopting a term sheet and directing staff to negotiate a development agreement for a distribution center (Project Sunset), with final approval to return to the Council. The Council also approved resolutions for a fiscal impact analysis on CFD bond refunding, transferring FAA grant funds to Mammoth Yosemite Airport, entering a funding agreement for an urban runoff project, and establishing amnesty programs for penalties and interest on Greenhills lots. The mid-year budget update was approved as amended, adding $177,000 to the Storm Drain Fund expense line item.

• Approved Resolution #21-21, adopting a term sheet for Project Sunset distribution center and directing staff to negotiate a development agreement.
• Approved Resolution #22-21, authorizing a professional services agreement with NBS for a fiscal impact analysis on CFD 2006-1 bond refunding.
• Approved Resolution #23-21, transferring $96,036 in FAA entitlement grant funds to Mammoth Yosemite Airport.
• Approved Resolution #24-21, authorizing a funding agreement with the State Water Control Board for the Urban Runoff Management Project.
• Approved Resolution #25-21, establishing an amnesty program for penalties and interest on undeveloped/partially-developed lots in Reassessment District 2003-1 (Greenhills).
• Approved Resolution #26-21, establishing an amnesty program for penalties and interest on developed lots in Reassessment District 2003-1 (Greenhills).
• Approved Resolution #27-21, accepting the mid-year budget update as amended, adding $177,000 to the Storm Drain Fund expense line item.
• Approved Resolution #28-21, adopting a revised City Standard Drawing W-1 for water meter service connections.

City Council

This is a special meeting of the Chowchilla City Council dedicated to a goal-setting and budget workshop. The council will discuss goals and priorities for fiscal year 2021/2022 to incorporate into the budget. The agenda contains only this single discussion item, with no other business or decisions listed.

• Discussion of Fiscal Year 2021/2022 goals and priorities for the budget

The City Council held a special goal-setting and budget workshop to discuss fiscal year 2021/2022 goals and priorities. Departments presented findings and current issues, but no formal votes or decisions were recorded. The meeting was procedural and informational only.

• No formal decisions or votes were recorded during the workshop

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed ordinance to regulate smoking in public areas, adopt an environmental review for the Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project, and discuss a 2021 Community Development Block Grant application. The council will also consider consent items including a surplus property auction, a spur track maintenance agreement with Snyder Containers, and a modified lease with Madera County for 145 Robertson Boulevard. A presentation on the State Route 233/Robertson Boulevard Corridor Planning Study will be given.

• Ordinance to delete Chapter 12.26.056 and add Chapter 8.26 regulating smoking in public areas
• Resolution adopting Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project
• Public hearing on 2021 Community Development Block Grant application
• Resolution declaring unused city property as surplus and authorizing sale at auction
• Resolution authorizing spur track maintenance agreement with Snyder Containers

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including minutes, check register, and several resolutions. They also unanimously approved a modified lease agreement with Madera County for property at 145 Robertson Boulevard. The council waived the first reading of an ordinance to regulate smoking in public areas, as amended, and adopted a resolution for the Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project's environmental review.

• Approved the agenda as presented.
• Approved the consent calendar, including February 23, 2021 meeting minutes, February 2021 check register, reappointment of David Bump to the Madera County Mosquito and Vector Control District, a resolution declaring unused city property as surplus for auction, and a resolution authorizing a spur track maintenance agreement with Snyder Containers.
• Waived the first reading of an ordinance to regulate smoking in certain public areas, as amended to reference Labor Code 6404.5.
• Adopted Resolution #16-21, approving the Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration for the Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project.
• Approved the 2021 Community Development Block Grant application as presented.
• Adopted Resolution #17-21, approving a modified lease agreement with Madera County for property at 145 Robertson Boulevard and authorizing the City Administrator to execute it.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously approved the Madera County Economic Development Commission's proposed 2021-2022 annual basic service level budget and a deferred improvement agreement with Self-Help Enterprises for Montgomery Farms Subdivision, Phase 1. The consent calendar, including minutes, financials, weed abatement resolution, and council rules amendments, was also approved unanimously. No action was taken on the COVID-19 update, which was informational only.

• Approved MCEDC 2021-2022 annual basic service level budget (unanimous)
• Approved deferred improvement agreement with Self-Help Enterprises for Montgomery Farms Subdivision Phase 1 (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including Feb 9 minutes, Jan 2021 financials, weed abatement resolution, and council rules amendments (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Chowchilla Planning Commission scheduled for February 17, 2021, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 17, 2021.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council met via Zoom and unanimously approved the agenda as presented. The meeting included a closed session covering anticipated litigation, potential initiation of litigation, and labor negotiations with multiple employee organizations. No substantive public decisions were made during the open session.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous roll call vote)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a special meeting to consider filling a council vacancy by appointment. The council will review applications, allow applicants to address the council, and make one appointment. The vacancy was created after Anita Simpson resigned following her appointment.

• Consideration of filling a City Council vacancy by appointment
• Eight applications received, one rescinded
• Applicants include Cheryl Salter, Michael Barberi, Matthew Padlo, Brian Esteves, Lisa L. Baker, Daniel Rodriguez, Kelly B. Smith, Richard L. Walker
• $300 monthly stipend budgeted for the position

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting and unanimously approved the agenda. The only substantive action was the appointment of Kelly Smith to fill a City Council vacancy, with a term ending in December 2022.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Appointed Kelly Smith as Council Member, term ending December 2022 (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Redevelopment Successor Agency, starting with closed session on potential litigation. In open session, they will hear an update from the Madera County Economic Development Commission, then consider several action items, including a resolution to transition to district-based elections, a maintenance agreement with Caltrans, and filling a council vacancy.

• Resolution to initiate transition to district-based election system after 2020 Census data release
• Resolution authorizing City Administrator to execute Delegated Maintenance Agreement with CalTrans for landscape maintenance in state highway right-of-way
• Consideration of filling a Council Member vacancy by appointment
• Ratification of Council Member appointments to collaborative agencies made by the Mayor
• Discussion to form a Centennial Ad Hoc Committee and review current ad hocs

The City Council approved a resolution to initiate a transition to district-based elections following the 2020 Census data release, with Council Member Chavez voting no. The council also approved a consent calendar including financial reports and a resolution for the Redevelopment Successor Agency's payment schedule, and authorized the City Administrator to execute a maintenance agreement with CalTrans for landscape areas. A special meeting was set for February 1, 2021, to interview applicants for a council vacancy.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, financials, and ROPS resolutions (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #08-20 authorizing CalTrans maintenance agreement (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #09-21 to initiate district-based election transition (4-1, Chavez no)
• Set special council meeting for Feb 1, 2021 to interview council vacancy applicants
• Ratified council member appointments to collaborative agencies with minor changes
• Kept active ad hoc committees including Centennial, High Speed Rail, and others

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 20, 2021, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for February 17, 2021. The agenda is a cancellation notice only, with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for January 20, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for February 17, 2021
• Notice posted by Planning Secretary Janene Hicks

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council is meeting in a special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, with one potential case identified. The meeting is being held virtually via WebEx due to COVID-19, and the council chambers are closed to the public. Public participation is limited to virtual comments or written submissions.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
• Virtual meeting via WebEx due to COVID-19; council chambers closed to public
• Public comments accepted via WebEx 'raise hand' or written email to City Clerk

The City Council met in a special closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, with one potential case identified. No reportable action was taken during the closed session, and the meeting adjourned without any substantive decisions.

• Held closed session for anticipated litigation (1 potential case)
• No reportable action taken

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a joint meeting with the Redevelopment Successor Agency, starting with closed session discussions on potential litigation and a performance evaluation. In open session, they will consider several resolutions, including budget amendments for public works projects, a spur track maintenance agreement, and a professional services agreement for possible bond refunding. They will also receive a verbal update on COVID-19 and consider ratifying an emergency order related to employee COVID leave.

• Resolution adopting revised Transit Services Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
• Resolution approving budget amendments for FY 2020/21 public works projects
• Resolution authorizing spur track maintenance agreement with Buttonwillow Warehouse Company
• Resolution authorizing professional services agreement with NBS for possible CFD 2006-1 bond refunding
• Resolution ratifying Emergency Services Director Order #02-2020 on employee COVID leave/pay

The Chowchilla City Council approved several resolutions, including budget amendments for FY 2020/21 and final amendments for FY 2019/20, a spur track maintenance agreement with Buttonwillow Warehouse Company, a professional services agreement with NBS for possible CFD bond refunding, and ratification of Emergency Services Director Order #02-2020 for employee COVID leave/pay. The council also reappointed two planning commissioners and appointed a new one, and directed staff to seek an extension for the Avenue 24 ½ shoulder paving project. In closed session, the council voted to extend a tolling agreement with California High Speed Rail (or initiate litigation if not extended) and to cancel rail spur agreements with All Wire and Schneider.

• Approved agenda as presented (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and transit drug/alcohol testing policy (unanimous)
• Reappointed Marlene Holst and Michael Barberi to Planning Commission (unanimous, Chavez abstaining)
• Appointed Patrick Geary to 4-year Planning Commission term (unanimous, Chavez abstaining)
• Approved Resolution #02-21 budget amendments for FY 2020/21 public works projects (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #03-21 final budget amendments for FY 2019/20 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #04-21 spur track maintenance agreement with Buttonwillow Warehouse Company (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #05-21 professional services agreement with NBS for CFD 2006-1 bond refunding (unanimous)