Chowchilla public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a $924,300 contract to Alliance Construction Solutions for the Well No. 16 Improvements project, which includes concrete pad, piping, chlorination, fencing, and electrical work. The council will also vote on amending the FY 2024/25 budget by $424,695 using ARPA, Water Development Impact Fees, and Water Fund to cover the project's total costs. The meeting includes a presentation of the League of California Cities 'Torches' Award.

• Award of Well No. 16 Improvements contract to Alliance Construction Solutions for $924,300
• Budget amendment increasing project funding by $424,695 from ARPA, Water Development Impact Fees, and Water Fund
• Three bids received; Alliance was lowest at $924,300 base bid
• Project includes concrete pad, water main piping, chlorination, fencing, electrical improvements

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting on December 20, 2024, and approved Resolution #71-24, awarding a contract to Alliance Construction Solutions, Inc. for Well No. 16 improvements in the amount of $924,300. The resolution also authorizes the City Administrator or designee to execute related documents and amends the FY 2024/25 budget. The motion passed by roll call vote; no other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution #71-24 awarding Well No. 16 improvements contract to Alliance Construction Solutions, Inc. for $924,300 (passed by roll call vote)

Planning Commission

The December 18, 2024 regular Planning Commission meeting was cancelled because there were not enough members present to conduct business. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 15, 2025.

• No items were considered; meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will certify the results of the November 5, 2024, general municipal election and administer oaths of office. The body will also consider updates to downtown design guidelines and various municipal code amendments.

• Ordinance to reenact and impose the Public Safety Transactions and Use Tax
• Approval of Tentative Parcel Map and Site Plan Review #23-0002
• Amendments to municipal codes regarding food truck vendors and outdoor advertising signs
• Deferred Improvement Agreement with Chowchilla Union High School District for the Transportation Center
• Updates to the Downtown Design Guidelines

The Chowchilla City Council approved an ordinance reenacting the existing public safety transactions and use tax, now to be administered by the state. It also approved a tentative parcel map and site plan review, introduced ordinances amending food truck vendor and sign regulations, and approved a deferred improvement agreement with the high school district. The council declared election results, reappointed a mayor pro tem, and tabled downtown design guideline updates for clarification.

• Approved Ordinance #523-24 reenacting public safety transactions and use tax (roll call vote)
• Approved Resolution #68-24 for Tentative Parcel Map and Site Plan Review #23-0002 (roll call vote)
• Introduced ordinance amending Food Truck Vendor code Section 9.07 (roll call vote)
• Introduced ordinance amending Signs and Outdoor Advertising code Section 18.56 (roll call vote)
• Approved Resolution #69-24 Deferred Improvement Agreement with Chowchilla Union High School District (roll call vote)
• Tabled Downtown Design Guidelines update for clarification on committee definition
• Approved Resolution #71-24 declaring November 5, 2024 election results (roll call vote)
• Appointed Jeff Troost as Mayor Pro Tem for one-year term (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for November 26, 2024 has been cancelled. No other business is listed on the agenda.

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommendations for the City Council regarding several land use and zoning items. This includes a proposal to subdivide 26 acres for industrial use and updates to downtown design guidelines.

• Tentative Parcel Map and Site Plan Review #23-0002 for Mid Valley Pipe and Supply Inc to subdivide 26 acres into 13 parcels
• Proposed 32,645 square foot building including office and warehouse for Mid Valley Pipe and Supply Inc
• Tentative Subdivision Map #24-0112 for Block 3 of the Rancho Calera Specific Plan
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment #24-0600
• Updates to the Downtown Design Guidelines

City Council

The council will consider several contracts, including a $1,190,560 generator improvements project and a $252,200 scour countermeasure project. They will also vote on initiating a text amendment to the sign ordinance and mobile food vendor ordinance, and discuss construction of an emergency services communication tower at Edward Ray Park. A reimbursement agreement for a proposed community facilities district is also on the agenda.

• Award $1,190,560 contract to VM Lyles Company for Civic Center and Well 15 Generator Improvements
• Award $252,200 contract to Cornerstone Structural Engineering for Road 16 Over Berenda Slough Scour Countermeasure
• Initiate text amendment to amend Sign Ordinance and Mobile Food Vendor Ordinance
• Discussion on constructing Emergency Services Communication Tower at Edward Ray Park
• Approve first amendment to Development Agreement for Rancho Calera Specific Plan

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss routine financial reports and a revised drug and alcohol testing policy for transit services. The meeting includes a closed session for a performance evaluation of the City Administrator.

• Adoption of the Revised Transit Services Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy
• Acceptance of the September 2024 Financial Report
• Review of the 3rd Quarter Financial Investment Report
• Closed session performance evaluation of the City Administrator

Airport Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the City of Chowchilla Airport Advisory Committee scheduled for October 21, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2025.

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for October 16, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 20, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will discuss the annual expenditure plan for Measure T for fiscal year 2024/25. The body will also consider extending the public review period for Measure T expenditures to 30 days and discuss the future use of the city's former library.

• Adoption of Measure T Annual Expenditure Plan for FY 2024/25
• Resolution to extend Measure T annual public review period to 30 days
• Discussion on future use of the City of Chowchilla’s former library
• Proclamation for Domestic Violence Awareness Month
• Acceptance of the September 2024 Check Register Report

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a deferred business discussion on the future use of the former library facility. They will also consider adopting a resolution to install commemorative Veterans Boulevard signs atop existing wayfaring signs along 5th Street. Consent items include approval of the September 10 meeting minutes and acceptance of August 2024 financial statements.

• Discussion and direction on the former library's future use
• Resolution to install commemorative Veterans Boulevard signs on 5th Street
• Approval of September 10, 2024 meeting minutes
• Acceptance of August 2024 financial report

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for September 18, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for October 16, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; no items were considered or discussed

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 2024-2032 6th Cycle Housing Element and its environmental review. They will also discuss the future use of the former library and vote on a well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC. The closed session will address existing litigation in Chowchilla Real Estate Holdings, LLC v. City of Chowchilla.

• Public hearing on General Plan Amendment No. 24-0297 for the 2024-2032 Housing Element
• Discussion on future use of the former library building
• Consideration of a well installation permit for Pheasant Run, LLC under Municipal Code Sections 8.20 and 13.04
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (Madera Superior Court Case No. MCV090718)
• Consent calendar includes August 2024 check register and August 27 meeting minutes

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, then consider a consent calendar including approval of July financial reports and a resolution accepting completed pickleball courts at Edward Ray Park. New business items include a reimbursement agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority, an amendment for housing element services, and award of airport engineering consultant services.

• Resolution approving reimbursement agreement with California High Speed Rail Authority
• Resolution extending the professional services agreement for the 2024-2032 Housing Element
• Consideration of continued farm lease of 145.5 acres for future wastewater treatment plant site
• Resolution accepting improvements and filing Notice of Completion for Prop 68 grant pickleball courts at Edward Ray Park
• Resolution awarding airport engineering and planning consultant services to Brandley Engineering, Inc.

The Chowchilla City Council approved the consent calendar and adopted five resolutions, including a professional services agreement amendment for the 2024-2032 Housing Element, a reimbursement agreement with the California High Speed Rail Authority, a salary scale amendment, and an airport engineering services contract. The council also appointed Council Member Chavez as primary and Council Member Troost as alternate voting delegates for the League of California Cities Annual Conference. Mayor Kelly Smith was absent; all votes passed with the remaining four members in favor.

• Approved consent calendar including July 2024 financial report and resolutions 47-24, 48-24, and farm lease (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 49-24 extending Precision Civil Engineering contract for Housing Element (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 50-24 authorizing High Speed Rail reimbursement agreement (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 51-24 adding Clerical/Recreation Aid to salary scale (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 52-24 awarding airport engineering services to Brandley Engineering, Inc. (4-0)
• Appointed Council Member Chavez as primary and Troost as alternate voting delegates for League of California Cities

Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee

The Measure N Citizen's Oversight Committee will meet to approve minutes from the August 2023 meeting and receive a presentation on the 2023/2024 fiscal year accomplishments and the 2024/2025 fiscal year budget highlights for the public safety sales tax fund. No formal action is expected on the informational item.

• Approval of the August 29, 2023 Measure N Oversight Committee meeting minutes
• Presentation on 2023/2024 fiscal year accomplishments and 2024/2025 fiscal year budget highlights

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a resolution recommending City Council approval of General Plan Amendment No. 24-0297, which adopts the City's 6th Cycle (2024-2032) Housing Element Update. This state-mandated update identifies housing needs and strategies for all economic segments. The item was postponed from July 17 due to lack of quorum. The consent calendar includes approval of the May 15, 2024 meeting minutes.

• Public hearing on resolution recommending adoption of 6th Cycle Housing Element Update (2024-2032) and General Plan Amendment No. 24-0297
• Approval of May 15, 2024 Regular Planning Commission Meeting Minutes (consent calendar)

City Council

The City Council will discuss awarding a contract for public safety radio upgrades and a Prop 218 rate study for water, sewer, storm drain, and solid waste. The body will also consider waiving the bidding process for a specific project and accepting improvements for pickleball courts at Edward Ray Park.

• Resolution to approve Cook’s Communications for Public Safety Radio Upgrade
• Awarding Prop 218 Rate Studies (Water, Sewer, Storm Drain & Solid Waste) to Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Services
• Waiving of bidding process per Municipal Code Section 4.04.105
• Notice of Completion for Prop 68 Grant Project pickleball courts at Edward Ray Park
• Acceptance of July 2024 Check Register and Quarterly Fee Waiver Report

The Chowchilla City Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing Cook's Communications to complete the public safety radio upgrade, and another resolution awarding Prop 218 rate studies for water, sewer, storm drain, and solid waste to Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Services. The council also waived the bidding process per municipal code and approved the consent calendar as amended, which included minutes, check register, and fee waiver report. No public comments were made.

• Approved waiver of bidding process per CMC 4.04.105 (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #45-24 approving Cook's Communications for public safety radio upgrade (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #46-24 awarding Prop 218 rate studies to Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Services (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar as amended (unanimous)

City Council

This special meeting includes a public hearing to adopt a resolution confirming and levying annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 for fiscal year 2024-2025, totaling $313,734.78. The council will also consider authorizing an amendment to a cooperative agreement with Caltrans for the Clean California Enhancement Project on State Route 233/Robertson Boulevard. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations with the Chowchilla Police Officers Association.

• Public hearing and resolution to confirm annual assessments for LLD No. 90-1, total $313,734.78
• Resolution authorizing Amendment No. 1 to cooperative agreement with Caltrans for Clean California Enhancement on SR 233/Robertson Blvd
• Closed session: labor negotiations with Chowchilla Police Officers Association

The Chowchilla City Council held a special meeting and approved two resolutions unanimously. The first confirmed the diagram and assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 for fiscal year 2024-2025. The second authorized the city administrator to execute Amendment No. 1 to the Caltrans cooperative agreement for the Clean California Enhancement Project on State Route 233/Robertson Boulevard. A closed session on labor negotiations with the police officers association was held with no report.

• Approved Resolution 43-24 confirming landscape district assessments for FY 2024-25 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 44-24 authorizing Caltrans agreement amendment for SR 233 project (unanimous)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will meet to decide on several items, including the levy of special taxes for Community Facilities District No. 2022-1, responses to county grand jury reports, and the reenactment of a special public safety tax for the November 2024 election. The meeting will also include discussions on on-call planning services and landscape maintenance assessments.

• Second reading and adoption of ordinance authorizing levy of special taxes in Community Facilities District No. 2022-1 (Public Safety, Maintenance & Services)
• Response to 2023-2024 Madera County Grand Jury reports on Fairmead and animal services
• Second reading and adoption of ordinance to reenact and impose existing special public safety tax (Measure N) for November 2024 election
• Consideration of agreement with QK to provide on-call planning services to Community & Economic Development Department
• Consideration of resolution to levy and collect annual assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a resolution recommending approval of General Plan Amendment No. 24-0297 and adoption of the City's 6th Cycle (2024-2032) Revised Housing Element. The item is scheduled for City Council consideration on August 13, 2024.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 24-__ for General Plan Amendment No. 24-0297 and adoption of the 6th Cycle (2024-2032) Revised Housing Element
• Approval of minutes from the May 15, 2024 Regular Planning Commission Meeting

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for July 15, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 21, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will consider the annexation of territory into Community Facilities District 2022-1 and a related special tax levy. The agenda also includes an update on PG&E electricity bill affordability and amendments to the Master User Fee Schedule. Additionally, new police officers and a dispatcher will be sworn into office.

• Oath of office for four police officers and one dispatcher
• PG&E presentation regarding electricity bill affordability and fixed charges
• Amendment to the City's Master User Fee Schedule
• Annexation of territory into Community Facilities District 2022-1
• Annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1

City Council

The City Council will meet to adopt the 2024/25 fiscal year budgets and discuss a measure to reauthorize the Measure N public safety sales tax. The agenda also includes approving a construction contract for the Robertson Boulevard project and a reimbursement agreement with the California High-Speed Rail Authority.

• $1,084,880 construction contract for Robertson Boulevard – Downtown Beautification Project
• Measure N public safety sales tax reauthorization for November 5, 2024 election
• Reimbursement agreement with the California High-Speed Rail Authority
• Adoption of 2024/25 fiscal year annual budgets
• Approval of an aerial fireworks display for July 6, 2024

City Council

The City of Chowchilla has presented its proposed budget for the 2024-2025 fiscal year for council consideration. The proposal includes funding for infrastructure projects, public safety, and city services. It outlines anticipated revenues from sales, property, and vehicle license taxes.

• Proposed General Fund expenditures of $13,364,441
• $800,000 for communication upgrades
• $226,000 for a backup generator at City Hall
• $130,000 for Edward Ray Park and lighting improvements
• $50,000 for playground equipment at Veterans Park

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Chowchilla Planning Commission scheduled for June 19, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 17, 2024.

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing to gather community input on draft district maps. It is also scheduled to consider adopting Ordinance 521-24 for by-district elections and approving the Measure T 2024 Expenditure Plan.

• Public hearing on draft district maps
• Adoption of Ordinance 521-24 establishing by-district elections
• Approval of the Measure T 2024 Expenditure Plan
• Review of objections to the 2024 Weed Abatement Program
• Selection of QK for on-call planning services

City Council

The City Council is transitioning from at-large to by-district elections to comply with the California Voting Rights Act. The body will review draft district maps from the National Demographics Corporation and introduce Ordinance No. 521-24 to establish these districts.

• Presentation of draft district maps (options 401-405 and 501-504)
• Selection of a map for inclusion in an ordinance
• First reading of Ordinance No. 521-24 establishing by-district elections

City Council

The City Council will conduct a workshop for the 2024/25 fiscal year budget and hear a Caltrans presentation on the State Route 233 / Robertson Boulevard project. The body will also consider several resolutions regarding city funding, land annexation, and public policy.

• Change Order No. 1 and No. 2 for Well No. 15 and Well No. 16 Test Hole Project for $1,082,285.00
• Resolution designating eligible projects for FY 2024-25 funded by SB1
• Resolution declaring intention to annex territory into a Community Facilities District
• Resolution adopting a Field Use Policy
• Resolution selecting QK for on-call planning services

City Council

The City Council is discussing a transition from at-large elections to by-district elections. The meeting includes a presentation by National Demographics Corporation and a public hearing to gather community input on draft district maps.

• Presentation by National Demographics Corporation on draft district maps
• Second public hearing for community input on draft district maps
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation from attorney Scott Rafferty

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving Conditional Use Permit 23-0018, which would allow an outdoor sports field with a concession stand and bathrooms on a vacant lot at the corner of 4th Street and Kings Avenue. The project is proposed by Armando Flores, Rudy Flores, and Arturo Sanchez Jr. and is exempt from CEQA as infill development. The commission will also approve the minutes from the March 20, 2024 meeting.

• Conditional Use Permit 23-0018 for an outdoor sports field at 4th Street and Kings Avenue (APN 001-128-001)
• Proposed hours: Monday-Friday 4:30 PM-8:30 PM, Saturdays 9:00 AM-2:00 PM
• Includes concession stand, bathrooms, paved parking, landscaping, bleachers, and fencing
• Off-site improvements required: curb, gutter, sidewalk, ADA ramp, driveway at alleyway
• Approval of March 20, 2024 meeting minutes

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather community input on draft district maps related to the California Voting Rights Act. The body is also considering several facility use agreements and a contract for on-call planning services.

• Public hearing for community input on draft district maps
• Resolution to select QK for on-call planning services
• Facilities use agreements with Chowchilla Community Soccer League, Youth Girls Softball, Flag Football, and Little League
• Facilities use agreement with Chowchilla Adult Recreation
• Resolution to apply for Federal Transportation Assistance (FTA) Section 5311 funding

City Council

The City Council will consider a construction contract for the Chowchilla Boulevard Rehabilitation and Water Main Extension Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the demographic process for drawing new district boundaries.

• Resolution to award Cal Valley Construction $2,564,896.00 for Chowchilla Boulevard Rehabilitation and Water Main Extension Project
• Public hearing regarding the demographic process to draw district boundaries
• Chowchilla Fairgrounds Parking Lot Proposal presentation
• Closed session discussion regarding anticipated litigation involving attorney Scott Rafferty

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for April 17, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for May 15, 2024. The agenda contains no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled
• Next meeting: May 15, 2024

Airport Advisory Committee

The Chowchilla Airport Advisory Committee's regular meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024, is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 15, 2024, at 5:30pm. This notice is procedural only and contains no agenda items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting of April 15, 2024 cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for July 15, 2024 at 5:30pm

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing to gather community input on drawing district boundaries for a transition to by-district elections. The body will also consider several contracts for industrial planning and public safety equipment.

• Public hearing on demographic process to draw district boundaries
• Contract for Industrial Specific Plan PEIR to Precision Engineering for $189,585 and peer-review to QK for $48,900
• Budget amendment to purchase license plate reader cameras using Measure N funds
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code Chapter 8.12 regarding weeds
• Resolution to accept a land donation from John and Marjolien Warkentin

City Council

The City Council is holding a special goal setting workshop. The body will discuss priorities and goals for Fiscal Year 2024/2025 to be incorporated into the budget.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2024/2025 goals and priorities for the budget

City Council

The City Council meeting scheduled for March 26, 2024 has been cancelled. The agenda contains only the notice of cancellation.

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to transition from at-large elections to a district-based system. This action follows a letter from attorney Scott Rafferty alleging the current system violates the California Voting Rights Act.

• Proposed resolution to initiate transition to district-based elections
• Proposed public hearing on April 9, 2024, for community input on district boundaries
• Proposed public hearing on April 23, 2024, for community input on district boundaries
• Proposed public hearing on May 14, 2024, regarding draft district maps and election sequencing
• Proposed public hearing on May 28, 2024, regarding draft district maps and election sequencing

City Council

The City Council held a special meeting featuring a presentation on Measure T. The session covered current funding allocations, completed projects, and a potential renewal of the measure for the November 2024 ballot.

• Presentation on Measure T, which has generated $167 million to date
• Discussion of a potential Measure T renewal for the November 2024 ballot
• Review of Chowchilla projects including SR 99/233 Interchange and SR 99 Flyover Bridge
• Identification of future investments such as Ave 24 1/2 and Riverside Ave rehabilitation
• Overview of Madera County projects including Oakhurst Midtown Connector and Road 200 Bridge

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving Conditional Use Permit 23-0784 and Resolution 24-03, which would allow Harmony Massage, a massage therapy business, to operate at 105 N. Front Street. The business is relocating from the Country Wood Shopping Center to the Heritage Station Business Park, in a Light Industrial zone. Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions, and the project is exempt from CEQA review.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 23-0784 for a massage therapy business at 105 N. Front Street
• Adoption of Resolution 24-03 to approve the permit
• Approval of February 21, 2024 meeting minutes
• CEQA exemption under Section 15301 (Existing Facilities)

City Council

The City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency will meet to discuss the 2023/2024 mid-year budget and a proposed amendment to the municipal code regarding weeds. The body will also consider applications for the State of California Prohousing Designation Program.

• Proposed ordinance amending Section 8.12 (Weeds) of the Chowchilla Municipal Code
• Application to the State of California Prohousing Designation Program
• Disposition of APN 002-250-053 on Chowchilla Boulevard
• Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Mid-Year Budget Review
• Special Election results for Community Facilities District No. 2023-1

City Council

The City Council will discuss the 2024-2025 Basic Service Level Budget Proposal for the Madera County Economic Development Commissions. The body will also consider the implementation of a beautification committee and receive a quarterly legislative update.

• Madera County Economic Development Commissions 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Basic Service Level Budget Proposal
• Development and implementation of a Beautification Committee
• Quarterly Legislative Update
• January 2024 Financial Reports
• Closed session regarding anticipated litigation from attorney Scott Rafferty

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hear a presentation on the 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Element Progress Report, which summarize the city's progress on implementing its General Plan and housing goals. The commission will only listen and ask questions; the reports will later go to the City Council for formal acceptance before being submitted to state agencies.

• Review of 2023 General Plan Annual Progress Report and Housing Element Progress Report
• Report highlights: new Autozone Distribution Facility (200+ jobs), $65,000 LEAP grant, $160,000 SB2 grant for ADU plan sets
• General Plan strategic update adopted June 13, 2023 (Resolution #45-23)
• Housing Element 2024-2032 submitted to HCD on November 30, 2023

City Council

The City Council will consider ordinances to amend zoning codes regarding shipping containers and food truck vending on public property. The meeting also includes a review of the city's quarterly financial investment report.

• Ordinance amending Title 18, Chapter 60, Section 180 regarding Shipping Containers
• Ordinance adding Title 9.06 (Vending on Public Property) and Title 9.07 (Food Truck Vending)
• Amendments to Land Use Tables and Mobile Food Vendor codes
• Quarterly Financial Investment Report presentation
• Acceptance of the January 2024 Check Register Report

City Council

The City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency will meet to discuss updates to zoning codes regarding shipping containers and mobile food vending. The body will also consider fee adjustments for food vendors and a tolling agreement with Salter Distributing.

• Ordinance amending Title 18 regarding shipping containers (Zoning Code Text Amendment 19-0018)
• Ordinance creating Title 9.06 (Vending on Public Property) and Title 9.07 (Food Truck Vending)
• Resolution to adjust the Master Fee Schedule for mobile food vending
• Second Amended Tolling Agreement between the City of Chowchilla and Salter Distributing
• Annual Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for the Redevelopment Successor Agency (July 1, 2023 – June 30, 2024)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommending two zoning text amendments to the City Council. One amendment updates rules for mobile food vendors, including fees and land use tables. The other updates the shipping container ordinance. Both items were continued from a January 3 special meeting.

• Zoning Text Amendment No. 23-0736: amends land use table, mobile food vendor standards, and definitions; follows community opposition to $100 daily / $36,500 annual vendor fees
• Zoning Text Amendment No. 19-0018: amends shipping container ordinance (Sec. 18.60.180)
• Approval of October 18, 2023 and January 3, 2024 meeting minutes
• Public hearing on mobile food vendor fees and regulations

Airport Advisory Committee

The January 15, 2024 regular meeting of the Chowchilla Airport Advisory Committee is cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 15, 2024 at 5:30pm. This notice is procedural only.

• Meeting cancelled for January 15, 2024
• Next meeting scheduled for April 15, 2024 at 5:30pm

City Council

The City Council will consider a resolution to accept the annual report on development impact fees for Fiscal Year 2022/23. The body is also reviewing an agreement for special legal services regarding the Chowchilla Personnel Board.

• Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for Fiscal Year 2022/23
• Agreement with Liebert Cassidy Whitmore for legal services related to the Chowchilla Personnel Board
• December 2023 Check Register
• Presentation of proceeds from the Volunteer Firefighter Dinner Fundraiser

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider recommendations for the City Council regarding two zoning code amendments. These items involve regulations for mobile food vendors and shipping containers.

• Zoning Code Text Amendment No. 23-0736 regarding mobile food vendors and vending on public property
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. 19-0018 regarding shipping containers
• Staff updates on various city projects