Chowchilla public meetings in 2025

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for Dec 17, 2025 has been cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regular meeting is set for Jan 21, 2026.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider a closed‑session performance evaluation for the City Administrator, approve routine consent‑calendar items such as meeting minutes and financial reports, hold a public hearing on an impact‑fee resolution (AB1600), and adopt a resolution authorizing the filing of the Notice of Completion for the Oleander Terrace Subdivision. Additional announcements include upcoming planning commission meetings and holiday office closures.

• Closed session: public employee performance evaluation for the City Administrator (Gov. Code §54957)
• Consent calendar: approval of November 25, 2025 meeting minutes and acceptance of the November 2025 Check Register Report
• Public hearing: consideration and adoption of a resolution reviewing certain impact‑fee accounts (AB1600)
• New business: adoption of a resolution accepting improvements and authorizing filing of the Notice of Completion for the Oleander Terrace Subdivision
• Announcements: Dec 17 Planning Commission meeting, Dec 22‑26 city offices closed for Christmas week

The council approved the minutes from the November 25, 2025 meeting. It adopted Resolution #94-25 reviewing certain impact fee accounts (AB1600). It also adopted Resolution #95-25 accepting improvements and authorizing filing of the Notice of Completion for the Oleander Terrace Subdivision. All motions passed with Council Members Ray Barragan and John Chavez absent.

• Approved November 25, 2025 meeting minutes (passed, Barragan and Chavez absent)
• Adopted Resolution #94-25 reviewing impact fee accounts (passed, Barragan and Chavez absent)
• Adopted Resolution #95-25 accepting improvements and authorizing filing of Notice of Completion for Oleander Terrace Subdivision (passed, Barragan and Chavez absent)

City Council

The council will consider a resolution authorizing the City Administrator to execute Change Order No. 1 for the Avenue 24 ½ Road Rehabilitation Project. The change order would add $132,336.37 to the existing contract with Terra West Construction. Finance notes a fund balance of $265,757, sufficient to cover the added cost while staying under the total budgeted amount of $694,243. The work calls for cement treatment of 82,560 sq ft of soil to address poor conditions.

• Approval of Change Order No. 1 for Avenue 24 ½ Road Rehabilitation ($132,336.37)
• Existing construction contract with Terra West Construction ($524,043)
• Total project funding $694,243 with a fund balance of $265,757
• Cement treatment of 82,560 sq ft of soil on Avenue 24 ½
• Resolution authorizing City Administrator to execute the change order

Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Troost moved, and Council Member Waseem Ahmed seconded, a resolution to approve the scope of the work order for the Avenue 24% Road Rehabilitation Project. The motion passed by roll‑call vote, with Council Members Ray Barragan and John Chavez absent. No other actions were taken.

• Approved scope of work order for Avenue 24% Road Rehabilitation Project (motion passed by roll‑call)

City Council

The City Council will decide on awarding a contract to Zara Construction, Inc. for the HSIP (Cycle 11) Intersection Improvements Project. The body is also considering a business license fee exemption for veteran and active duty sole proprietors.

• Contract award for HSIP (Cycle 11) Intersection Improvements Project to Zara Construction, Inc.
• Ordinance to provide business license fee exemptions for veteran and active duty sole proprietors
• Master Agreement with Madera County Transportation Commission for FY 2024/25 SB 125 Transit Program Funding
• Approval of the 2026 Citywide Calendar
• Acceptance of October 2025 Check Register and Financials Reports

The council approved the consent calendar, including the October 28, 2025 minutes, the October financial reports, the 2026 citywide calendar, a business‑license fee exemption ordinance for veteran and active‑duty sole proprietors, and a master agreement for SB 125 transit funding. It also adopted a resolution awarding the HSIP Cycle 11 Intersection Improvements Project contract to Zara Construction, Inc., and amending the FY 2025/26 budget. All motions passed by roll‑call vote with Council Member Chavez absent.

• Approved October 28, 2025 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
• Approved October 2025 check register report (consent calendar)
• Approved October 2025 financials report (consent calendar)
• Approved 2026 citywide calendar (consent calendar)
• Adopted ordinance exempting veteran and active‑duty sole proprietors from business license fees (Section 5.08.030)
• Approved Master Agreement with Madera County Transportation Commission for SB 125 transit funding
• Approved Resolution #93-25 awarding HSIP Cycle 11 Intersection Improvements contract to Zara Construction, Inc., and amending FY 2025/26 budget

Planning Commission

The City of Chowchilla Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for November 19, 2025 was cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 17, 2025. No agenda items were considered at this cancelled meeting.

City Council

The City Council will consider establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 and calling an election for special taxes and bonded indebtedness. The body will also review business license fee exemptions for veterans and active duty sole proprietors.

• Public hearing to establish Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1)
• Proposed business license fee exemption for Veteran and Active Duty Sole Proprietors
• Contract award to Don Berry Construction, Inc. for CMAQ: Pedestrian Improvements Project
• Contract award to Telstar Instruments, Inc. for Samsara SCADA Replacement
• Recordation of Final Maps #24-0112, #23-0014, and #21-0010 for Rancho Calera

The City Council unanimously approved Resolution #87-25 establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2, Resolution #88-25 declaring the necessity to incur bonded indebtedness for the district, and Resolution #89-25 calling an election on the special tax levy and bond limits. The council also approved a veteran business‑license fee exemption ordinance, a $3,000 allocation for the Chowchilla Union High School Class of 2027, and contracts for pedestrian improvements and SCADA replacement. All actions were adopted with roll‑call votes, except the $3,000 allocation, which passed with one “no” vote.

• Approved Resolution #87-25 establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #88-25 declaring necessity to incur bonded indebtedness for CFD No. 2025‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #89-25 calling election on special tax levy and bond limits for CFD No. 2025‑2 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance exempting veteran and active‑duty sole proprietors from business‑license fees (unanimous)
• Approved $3,000 allocation to support Chowchilla Union High School Class of 2027 (passed; Council Member Chavez voted no)
• Awarded CMAQ Pedestrian Improvements contract to Don Berry Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Awarded Samsara SCADA Replacement contract to Telstar Instruments, Inc. and amended FY 2025/26 budget (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission regular meeting set for October 15, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at this time. The next regular meeting is scheduled for November 19, 2025.

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider and adopt several resolutions, including a lease agreement with the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce, budget amendments for rolled‑over purchase orders, and amendments to Transportation Development Act and Local Transportation Fund allocations for FY 2025/26. A third amended tolling agreement with Salters Distribution, Inc. will also be adopted. New business includes a request for contingency‑fund allocation to support the Chowchilla Union High School Class of 2027 and the acceptance of a donated “Welcome to Chowchilla” sign.

• Adopt City Council Resolution approving a lease agreement with the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce
• Adopt Resolution approving budget amendments for purchase orders rolled over from FY 2024/25 to FY 2025/26
• Adopt Resolution amending Transportation Development Act State Transit Assistance (STA) funds for FY 2025/26
• Adopt Resolution approving the third amended tolling agreement between Salters Distribution, Inc. and the City of Chowchilla
• Consider request for allocation from the City Council Contingency Fund to support the Chowchilla Union High School Class of 2027

The Council adopted several resolutions, including a lease with the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce, budget amendments for rolled‑over purchase orders, and amendments to state transit assistance and local transportation funds. It also approved a third amended tolling agreement with Salters Distribution, Inc. and accepted a donated welcome sign for Highway 99. A request for contingency‑fund support for the 2027 high‑school class was tabled for later consideration.

• Approved lease agreement with Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce (unanimous)
• Adopted budget amendments for FY 2024/25 purchase orders rolled over to FY 2025/26 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment of STA funds for FY 2025/26 (unanimous)
• Approved amendment to Local Transportation Funds application for FY 2024/25 (unanimous)
• Approved third amended tolling agreement with Salters Distribution, Inc. (unanimous)
• Approved donated "Welcome to Chowchilla" sign for northbound Highway 99 (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution expressing concerns about Proposition 50 (unanimous)
• Tabled request for contingency‑fund allocation to support Chowchilla Union High School Class of 2027 (consensus to revisit)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider a resolution to establish Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2, which would authorize a special tax levy and related bonded indebtedness. Other agenda items include closing out the 2021 Community Development Block Grant program, awarding the Avenue 24½ Reconstruction contract to Terra West Construction, Inc., and amending the Athletic Field Use Policy. The council will also hear a request for direction on beautifying vacant land at 319 Robertson Boulevard and discuss a joint powers authority with Pioneer Community Energy for city electric service.

• Resolution to establish Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2, authorizing special taxes and bonded debt
• Resolution awarding the Avenue 24½ Reconstruction Project contract to Terra West Construction, Inc.
• Resolution adopting the close‑out of the 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program (21‑CDBG‑10010)
• Request for council direction on beautification of vacant land at 319 Robertson Boulevard
• Discussion of a Joint Powers Authority with Pioneer Community Energy for electric utility services

The council unanimously approved a resolution establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025-2, which authorizes a special tax levy and bonded indebtedness. It also approved the award of the Avenue 24½ reconstruction contract to Terra West Construction, Inc., and adopted an amendment to the Athletic Field Use Policy. Additional unanimous actions included closing out the 2021 Community Development Block Grant program, directing staff to design beautification for vacant land at 319 Robertson Blvd, and entering a Joint Powers Authority with Pioneer Community Energy for electric utility services.

• Approved resolution closing out 2021 Community Development Block Grant Program (unanimous)
• Adopted resolution establishing Community Facilities District No. 2025-2, authorizing special tax levy and bonded indebtedness (unanimous)
• Awarded contract for Avenue 24½ Reconstruction Project to Terra West Construction, Inc. (unanimous)
• Amended Athletic Field Use Policy and set effective date (unanimous)
• Directed staff to develop designs for beautification of vacant land at 319 Robertson Blvd (unanimous)
• Approved entry into Joint Powers Authority with Pioneer Community Energy for electric utility services (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 17, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is listed as September 17, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to hear a presentation regarding a donation request. The request is from the Chowchilla Rotary for their Downtown Beautification Program.

• Donation request from Chowchilla Rotary for Downtown Beautification Program

The council adopted Resolution #70-25 to establish Community Facilities District No. 2025‑2, authorizing special taxes and bonded indebtedness. It also approved contracts for runway 12‑30 rehabilitation to Yarbs Grading and Paving and for a waterline replacement project to MidCal Pipeline & Utilities. The council confirmed appointments to the Measure N Oversight Committee and the Airport Advisory Committee.

• Adopted Resolution #70-25 establishing Community Facilities District 2025‑2 (passed, Barragan absent)
• Adopted Resolution #71-25 awarding runway 12‑30 rehabilitation contract to Yarbs Grading and Paving (passed, Barragan absent)
• Adopted Resolution #72-25 awarding waterline replacement contract to MidCal Pipeline & Utilities (passed, Barragan absent)
• Approved appointments to Measure N Oversight Committee and Airport Advisory Committee (passed, Barragan absent)
• Approved August 26, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (passed, Barragan absent)
• Accepted August 2025 check register (passed, Barragan absent)
• Rejected claim by Law Office of Kevin G. Little on behalf of Malorie Owens (passed, Barragan absent)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider awarding contracts for the rehabilitation of Runway 12-30 and the Waterline Replacement Project. The council will also discuss establishing a new Community Facilities District and appoint members to citizen oversight committees.

• Award contract for Runway 12-30 rehabilitation to Yarbs Grading and Paving
• Award contract for Waterline Replacement Project to MidCal Pipeline & Utilities, Inc.
• Establish Community Facilities District No. 2025-2
• Annex territory into a Community Facilities District
• Appoint members to Measure N Public Safety Oversight Committee

The council approved a $10,000 donation to the Chowchilla Rotary’s “Beautify Chowchilla” downtown beautification program. The motion was made by Mayor Pro Tem Jeff Troost, seconded by Council Member Waseem Ahmed, and passed by roll‑call vote with Council Member Ray Barragan absent.

• Approved $10,000 donation to Chowchilla Rotary downtown beautification program (passed by roll‑call, Barragan absent)

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Chowchilla Boulevard Rehabilitation Bridge Water Main Extension Project. The body will also discuss police software, grant writing services, and tax record examinations.

• Contract award to Rolf Construction Inc. for $219,460.00 for the Chowchilla Boulevard Rehabilitation Bridge Water Main Extension Project
• Ordinance levying and apportioning special taxes for Community Facilities District No. 2025-1 (Rancho Calera)
• Resolution authorizing the Police Department to enter a contract to use Peregrine
• Agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for grant writing services
• Agreement with California Department of Tax and Fee Administration to examine sales and use tax records

The City Council approved its consent calendar, adopted a special‑tax ordinance for the Rancho Calera Community Facilities District, and amended the city salary scale. It also authorized a police contract for the Peregrine system, agreements with the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, a $219,460 contract for the Chowchilla Boulevard Bridge water main project, and a grant‑writing services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs. All motions passed by roll‑call vote.

• Approved consent calendar (roll‑call vote)
• Adopted Ordinance 533‑25 levying special taxes for Rancho Calera (roll‑call vote)
• Amended city salary scale for FY 2025‑26 (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized Police Department contract for Peregrine system (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized City Council to execute agreements with CDTFA (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized examination of sales and use tax records for local tax implementation (roll‑call vote)
• Awarded $219,460 contract to Rolf Construction for Chowchilla Boulevard Bridge water main extension and amended FY 2025/26 budget (roll‑call vote)
• Authorized City Administrator agreement with Townsend Public Affairs for grant‑writing services (roll‑call vote)

Public Safety Sales Tax Oversight Committee

The Measure N Public Safety Transaction & Use Tax Citizen’s Oversight Committee will meet to approve the previous meeting’s minutes and receive an informational presentation on the 2024/25 fiscal year accomplishments and 2025/26 budget highlights. The committee oversees spending of the 2018 voter-approved sales tax dedicated to police and fire services.

• Approval of August 22, 2024 meeting minutes
• Presentation of 2024/25 fiscal year accomplishments and 2025/26 budget highlights

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission meeting scheduled for August 20, 2025, was cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for September 17, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the establishment of a new community facilities district and related special taxes for Rancho Calera. The body will also discuss a new city slogan, potential dog park locations, and a police department contract with Peregrine.

• Establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2025-1 (Rancho Calera) and related special taxes
• Contract authorization for the Chowchilla Police Department to enter into an agreement with Peregrine
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 13.05 regarding Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control
• Discussion of a settlement with Madera County regarding a 2,230 square foot fire station
• Applications for Transportation Development Act Funds for Fiscal Year 2025/2026

The minutes for the August 12, 2025 Chowchilla City Council meeting contain no clear actions, approvals, denials, or votes. The text appears to be procedural or unreadable, and no specific decisions are documented.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating backflow prevention rules and approving annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1. The body is also deciding on a temporary compensation increase for the Mayor and the status of development impact fee reductions.

• Ordinance to authorize the Mayor to temporarily receive additional compensation
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 13.05 regarding Backflow Prevention and Cross-Connection Control
• Annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Direction on continuation of Development Impact Fee reductions
• Performance evaluation of the Police Chief (Closed Session)

The council adopted a resolution confirming the diagram and approving the levy and collection of annual assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90‑1 for FY 2025‑2026. It also accepted the introduction and waived the first reading of a backflow‑prevention ordinance. The consent calendar was approved and staff were directed not to implement any new development‑impact‑fee reductions, leaving the prior reduction expired as of July 1 2025.

• Approved levy and assessments for Landscape Maintenance & Lighting District 90‑1 (roll call, Chavez absent)
• Accepted introduction and waived first reading of backflow‑prevention ordinance (roll call, Chavez absent)
• Approved consent calendar as presented (roll call, Chavez absent)
• Directed staff not to implement new development‑impact‑fee reduction; prior reduction expired July 1 2025
• Adopted ordinance amending council‑salary code to authorize mayor temporary additional compensation (included in consent calendar)

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission meeting scheduled for July 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 20, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will discuss updating the city salary scale for 2025-2026 and an ordinance regarding the Mayor's compensation. The body is also deciding on a spending plan for Measure T and permits for fireworks booth sales.

• Resolution amending the City of Chowchilla Salary Scale for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026
• Ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 2.04.110 to authorize temporary additional compensation for the Mayor
• Measure T Annual Expenditure Plan (AEP) for Fiscal Year 2025/26
• Ordinance adding Section 9.29 to the Municipal Code regarding abandoned shopping carts
• Fireworks booth sales permit drawing for 2026 and 2027

The City Council approved the June 24, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted several resolutions, including a salary‑scale amendment, a mayoral compensation ordinance, and the Measure T Annual Expenditure Plan for FY 2025/26. The council also adopted Ordinance #530‑25, adding Section 9.29 on abandoned shopping carts to the municipal code. All motions passed with Mayor Smith and Council Member Chavez absent.

• Approved June 24, 2025 City Council meeting minutes (consent calendar) – passed
• Adopted resolution amending the city salary scale for July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 – passed
• Adopted ordinance amending Municipal Code Section 2.04.110 to allow the mayor temporary additional compensation – passed
• Adopted Resolution #53‑25 approving Measure T Annual Expenditure Plan for FY 2025/26 and authorizing submission to MCTA – passed
• Adopted Ordinance #530‑25 adding Section 9.29 “Abandoned Shopping Carts” to the municipal code – passed

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the 2025/26 fiscal year budgets for city operations, the Redevelopment Successor Agency, and the Public Finance Authority. The body is also reviewing rate increases for water, sewer, and solid waste services.

• Adoption of 2025/26 Fiscal Year Annual Budgets and salary scale amendments
• Proposed monthly rate increases for water, sewer, and solid waste services
• Establishment of Community Facilities District No. 2025-1 (Rancho Calera)
• Adoption of an ordinance adding Section 9.29 regarding abandoned shopping carts
• Approval of MOUs for city employee associations for July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2028

The Chowchilla City Council approved the 2025/26 operating and capital budget. It also adopted new monthly rates for water, sewer and solid waste services, designated several downtown streets as through streets, and approved a zoning text amendment and related general‑plan amendment. In addition, the council voted to create a Community Facilities District and to levy an assessment for a Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District. All motions passed with Council Members Ahmed and Chavez absent.

• Approved 2025/26 City Operating and Capital Budget (Resolution #49-25) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Water Rate Resolution #41-25 (Option 2) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Sewer Rate Resolution #42-25 (Option 1) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Solid Waste Rate Resolution #43-25 (Option 1) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Designation of Various Downtown Streets as Through Streets (Resolution #44-25) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Municipal Code Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendment (Ordinance #529-25) and General Plan Amendment (Resolution #45-25) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Community Facilities District No. 2025‑1 to levy special taxes and incur bonded indebtedness (Resolution #46-25) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent
• Approved Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90‑1 assessment (Resolution #48-25) – passed, Ahmed and Chavez absent

Planning Commission

The City of Chowchilla Regular Planning Commission Meeting scheduled for June 18, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 16, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will conduct a budget workshop for the 2025/26 fiscal year and consider several municipal code updates. The body is also reviewing road maintenance projects and a temporary construction easement for Caltrans.

• Adoption of Municipal Code Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendment and General Plan Amendment No. 25-0094 for housing programs
• Designation of FY 2025-26 projects funded by SB1: The Road Maintenance and Accountability Act of 2017
• First reading of an ordinance adding Section 9.29 regarding abandoned shopping carts to the Municipal Code
• Repeal of Ordinance #417-01 concerning the Heritage Preservation Commission
• Approval of a Caltrans temporary construction easement for city property at 145 Robertson Boulevard

The City Council adopted a resolution approving Caltrans' offer for a temporary construction easement on city property at 145 Robertson Boulevard. It also adopted a resolution designating eligible projects for FY 2025‑26 under SB1, repealed a heritage preservation ordinance, and waived the first reading of an ordinance adding abandoned shopping carts to the municipal code. All motions passed with Council Members Ahmed and Barragan absent.

• Approved City Council Resolution #40-25 for a temporary construction easement with Caltrans (145 Robertson Blvd)
• Adopted City Council Resolution designating eligible SB1 road maintenance projects for FY 2025‑26
• Adopted Ordinance adding Section 9.29 – Abandoned Shopping Carts to the Municipal Code (first reading waived)
• Adopted Ordinance #529-25 repealing Ordinance 417-01 (Heritage Preservation Commission)
• Approved Consent Calendar items including May 27 minutes and financial reports
• Approved the introduction of the abandoned shopping carts ordinance (motion passed)
• Approved the repeal of the heritage preservation ordinance (motion passed)
• Approved the SB1 eligible projects designation (motion passed)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will meet to discuss and vote on several items, including zoning changes to implement the Housing Element, a resolution for federal transit funding, and a proclamation for National Law Enforcement Week. The meeting will also include a public hearing on zone text amendments and a review of development impact fees.

• First reading of Municipal Code Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendments #25-0094 and General Plan Amendments #25-0094 to implement 19 programs within the Housing Element
• Consideration and adoption of a resolution authorizing federal funding under Federal Transit Authority Section 5311 and/or 5339 with Caltrans
• Consideration and adoption of a resolution initiating proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1
• Request for direction regarding Development Impact Fees / Reduction Review
• Proclamation recognizing National Law Enforcement Week

The City Council approved the May 13, 2025 meeting minutes and accepted the March 2025 financial report. Council members adopted an ordinance to repeal Ordinance #417-01 of the Heritage Preservation Commission. They also adopted a resolution to initiate proceedings for the annual levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1. No other substantive actions were recorded.

• Approved May 13, 2025 City Council meeting minutes
• Accepted March 2025 financial report
• Adopted ordinance repealing Ordinance #417-01 (Heritage Preservation Commission)
• Adopted resolution initiating annual levy for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending that the City Council approve Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendments #25-0094 and General Plan Amendments #25-0094. These changes aim to implement 19 programs from the City's adopted Housing Element to streamline housing development.

• Proposed density increases for MDR (up to 12 du/ac), MHDR (up to 20 du/ac), and HDR (up to 30 du/ac) zones
• Proposal to allow duplexes by-right in Medium Density Residential Zones
• Proposed by-right allowances for manufactured homes in single-family zones
• Proposed by-right allowances for boarding houses in Medium, Medium-High, and High-Density Residential Zones
• Updates to the ADU Ordinance and Density Bonus Ordinance to comply with State Law

The Commission unanimously approved the March 19, 2025 consent calendar minutes. It then approved a resolution recommending that the City Council adopt Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendments #25-0094 and General Plan Amendments #25-0094 to implement 19 programs in the adopted Housing Element. The motion passed with one commissioner voting no. The meeting was adjourned at 5:26 p.m.

• Approved March 19, 2025 consent calendar minutes (unanimous)
• Approved Planning Commission resolution to recommend Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendments #25-0094 and General Plan Amendments #25-0094 (passed with one no vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the repeal of the Heritage Preservation Commission ordinance and request direction on outdoor watering schedule adjustments. The body is also reviewing police military equipment policies and transportation funding agreements.

• First reading of an ordinance to repeal Ordinance #417-01 (Heritage Preservation Commission)
• Review of Ordinance #509-22 and the 2025 Annual Military Equipment Report for the Police Department
• Master Agreement with Madera County Transportation Commission for FY 2024/2025 RSTP Exchange Funding
• Request for direction on adjustments to the City’s outdoor watering schedule
• Closed session regarding property APN 002-051-011-000 with Nissen Nancy Trustee

The City Council approved the April 22, 2025 meeting minutes and adopted two resolutions, one reaffirming the military equipment policy (33‑25) and another approving a master agreement for regional transportation funding (34‑25). It also approved the first reading of an ordinance to repeal Ordinance #417‑01 and directed staff to adjust the seasonal outdoor watering schedule. The March 2025 check register report was accepted.

• Approved April 22, 2025 meeting minutes (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted resolution reaffirming Military Equipment Policy (vote 33‑25)
• Approved master agreement with Madera County Transportation Commission for FY 2024/25 RSTP funding (vote 34‑25)
• Accepted March 2025 check register report (unanimous roll call)
• Approved first reading of ordinance to repeal Ordinance #417‑01 (unanimous roll call)
• Directed staff to modify outdoor watering schedule: Summer Apr 1–Oct 31, Winter Nov 1–Mar 31 (unanimous roll call)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will consider confirming direction on proposed increases to solid waste, water, and sewer utility rates and set a date for a Prop 218 public hearing. Other actions include second reading of an ordinance to increase council member salaries to the maximum allowable amount, approving an amended MOU for the police officers association, and adjusting police department salary schedules. The council will also consider resolutions on the 2025 weed abatement program and close out several CDBG grants.

• Confirmation of direction on proposed solid waste, water, and sewer utility fee rate increases and setting a Prop 218 hearing date
• Second reading and adoption of ordinance to increase council salaries to the maximum allowable amount
• Consideration of resolution approving amended MOU for the Chowchilla Police Officers Association for 2025-2028
• Consideration of resolution approving adjustments to police lieutenant, commander, and police chief salary schedules for 2025-2028
• Approval of resolutions to close out 2020 CDBG-CV1, CDBG-CV2-3, and 20-CDBG-12078 grant programs

The City Council approved an amendment to the municipal code that increases council member salaries to the maximum allowable level. It also adopted an amended police officers association MOU, adjusted police salary schedules, authorized the City Administrator to execute documents for the 2025 Weed Abatement Program, closed out multiple Community Development Block Grant programs, approved a $5,000 contribution to the fairgrounds annual fair, and set a date for a public hearing on proposed utility rate increases. All motions passed by roll‑call vote.

• Approved amendment to increase council member salaries to the maximum allowable amount (Resolution 25-25)
• Approved amended MOU with Chowchilla Police Officers Association (Resolution 25-25)
• Approved adjustments to police lieutenant, commander, and chief salary schedules (Resolution 26-25)
• Authorized City Administrator to execute documents for 2025 Weed Abatement Program hearing protests (Resolution 27-25)
• Approved close out of 2020 Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Response Round 1 (Resolution 28-25)
• Approved close out of 2020 Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus Response Round 2 and 3 (Resolution 29-25)
• Approved $5,000 contribution from the Council Contingency Fund to support the annual fair (Resolution 31-25)
• Approved date and public hearing for proposed solid waste, water, and sewer utility rate increases (Resolution 32-25)

Airport Advisory Committee

The regular meeting of the Airport Advisory Committee scheduled for April 21, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2025.

• Meeting cancelled; no items considered

Planning Commission

The Chowchilla Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for April 16, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is set for May 21, 2025. No items will be discussed or decided at this cancelled meeting.

• Regular meeting of April 16, 2025, cancelled
• Next regular meeting scheduled for May 21, 2025

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will introduce and hold a first reading of an ordinance to increase council member salaries to the maximum allowed by law. The council will also consider a new three-year MOU with the police officers association, hear a utility rate analysis report and consider starting the Proposition 218 process, and approve reimbursement agreements for a proposed community facilities district.

• Introduction and first reading of ordinance to increase City Council salaries to maximum allowable amount (Section 4.1)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Chowchilla Police Officers Association for July 2025 – June 2028 (Consent 3.4)
• Presentation of solid waste, water, wastewater, and storm drainage utility analysis and request direction on initiating Proposition 218 process (New Business 6.3)
• Resolution approving reimbursement agreements and consultant designations for proposed Community Facilities District (New Business 6.1)
• Resolution accepting completion of Urban Runoff Management Project and authorizing notice of completion (Consent 3.3)

The City Council approved an ordinance amending the municipal code to increase council member salaries to the maximum allowable amount, waiving the first reading. It also adopted Resolution 23-25 to approve reimbursement agreements and move forward with forming a Community Facilities District, and adopted Resolution 24-25 to accept the 2024 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports. The council reached consensus to initiate the Proposition 218 process for solid waste, water, wastewater, and storm drainage utilities. The consent calendar was approved unanimously.

• Approved ordinance to raise council salaries to the maximum allowable amount (motion passed, Mayor Pro Tem absent)
• Approved Resolution 23-25 authorizing reimbursement agreements and steps for a Community Facilities District (motion passed, Mayor Pro Tem absent)
• Approved Resolution 24-25 accepting the 2024 General Plan and Housing Element progress reports (motion passed, Mayor Pro Tem absent)
• Consensused to move forward with the Proposition 218 process for utility analysis (no formal vote recorded)
• Approved the consent calendar, including minutes and reports (unanimous approval, Mayor Pro Tem absent)
• Approved City Council Resolution for Urban Runoff Management Project notice of completion (part of consent calendar)
• Approved March 25, 2025 meeting minutes (part of consent calendar)
• Approved March 2025 check register report (part of consent calendar)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council holds a special goal-setting workshop to discuss priorities for the upcoming fiscal year 2025/2026 budget. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the session is solely for discussion.

• Discussion regarding Fiscal Year 2025/2026 goals and priorities to incorporate into the budget

The council convened a special Goal Setting Workshop on April 8, 2025. The meeting included a discussion of FY 2025/2026 budget goals and a presentation by Monica Ramirez of Madera County First Five. No formal actions or votes were taken; the pledge of allegiance and invocation were deferred, and the workshop was adjourned at 3:05 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract for an emergency services communication tower at Edward Ray Park and amending the budget. Consent items include a resolution declaring a public nuisance for weed growth, acceptance of the February financial report, and acceptance of the Fire Station Expansion Phase 2 improvements. New business includes authorizing a FAA grant application for runway rehabilitation and appointing a Planning Commission member.

• Consideration of contract award for emergency services communication tower at Edward Ray Park with budget amendment
• Adoption of resolution declaring weed growth a public nuisance
• Acceptance of improvements and filing Notice of Completion for Fire Station Expansion and Renovation Project, Phase 2
• Authorization to issue RFP and apply for FAA Airport Improvement Program grant for Runway Rehabilitation Project
• Appointment to the Planning Commission

The council approved several routine items, including the March 11 meeting minutes and the February financial report. It adopted resolutions on a weed growth nuisance, the fire station expansion Phase 2, and a contract for an emergency services communication tower, which also amended the FY 2024/25 budget. The council authorized a request for proposals for an FAA runway rehabilitation grant and appointed Michael Wallen to the Planning Commission.

• Approved March 11, 2025 council minutes
• Accepted February 2025 financial report
• Adopted resolution declaring weed growth a public nuisance (Resolution 17‑25)
• Adopted resolution authorizing filing of notice of completion for Fire Station Expansion Phase 2 (Resolution 18‑25)
• Approved contract for Emergency Services Communication Tower at Edward Ray Park and amended FY 2024/25 budget (Resolution 19‑25)
• Approved minute order to issue RFP and apply for FAA AIP grant for runway rehabilitation
• Appointed Michael Wallen to the Planning Commission

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will receive an informational presentation on the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report and the Annual Housing Element Progress Report. These documents summarize the city's progress in meeting housing targets and implementing general plan policies. The reports will be sent to the City Council for formal acceptance before being submitted to state agencies.

• Informational review of the 2024 General Plan Annual Progress Report
• Informational review of the 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report
• Approval of February 19, 2025 meeting minutes

The commission approved the minutes from the February 19, 2025 regular Planning Commission meeting. The meeting was adjourned at 5:13 p.m. by voice vote. No other actions were taken.

• Approved February 19, 2025 meeting minutes (voice vote)
• Adjourned meeting at 5:13 p.m. (voice vote)

City Council

The City Council will discuss a contract for an emergency services communication tower at Edward Ray Park and a new freeway agreement for the State Route 99/233 multimodal interchange. The body will also review the mid-year budget and discuss the future use of the former library facility.

• Contract for Emergency Services Communication Tower at Edward Ray Park to Howell Communications, Inc. for $185,760.00
• Adjustments to the Master Fee Schedule for Concealed Carry Weapon (CCW) permit fees
• Text Amendment #24-0762 to Chapter 18 - Zoning regarding Housing Element HE – 2 (I) Lower Income Opportunities
• New Freeway Agreement for the State Route 99/233 Chowchilla Multimodal Interchange Project
• Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Mid-Year Budget Review

The Chowchilla City Council tabled a $185,760 contract for an emergency services communication tower at Edward Ray Park to seek alternative locations. They approved a new freeway agreement for the SR 99/233 Chowchilla Multimodal Interchange Project, and directed staff not to apply for or renew the MOU for the former library with the Chowchilla Historic Society. The consent calendar, including a zoning text amendment, was approved, and a resolution adjusting CCW permit fees was adopted.

• Tabled $185,760 emergency tower contract at Ed Ray Park (consensus)
• Approved Resolution #16-25 for SR 99/233 freeway agreement (roll call)
• Directed staff not to submit application or renew MOU for former library with Chowchilla Historic Society
• Approved consent calendar including zoning text amendment #24-0762 (roll call)
• Adopted Resolution #14-25 adjusting CCW permit fees (roll call)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on forming Underground Utility District No. 5 and adopting related resolutions, amending zoning for lower-income housing, and approving a tentative subdivision map for Rancho Calera Block 3. They will also consider an agreement with Caltrans for the State Route 99/233 Chowchilla Multimodal Interchange Project. Consent items include approval of meeting minutes and the January 2025 budget report.

• Public hearing on formation of Utility District No. 5 and establishment of Underground Utility District No. 20 on Chowchilla Blvd & Avenue 24 ½, Robertson Blvd & S. Montgomery Lake Way, Washington Rd & Alvarado Ave
• Introduction and first reading of Zoning Text Amendment #24-0762 for Housing Element HE-2(I) Lower Income Opportunities
• Consideration and adoption of resolution approving Rancho Calera Block 3 Tentative Subdivision Map #24-0112
• Consideration of resolution approving an agreement with Caltrans for the SR99/233 Chowchilla Multimodal Interchange Project
• Approval of January 2025 budget report (consent item)

The Chowchilla City Council approved the Rancho Calera Block 3 tentative subdivision map (Resolution #13-25) and established Underground Utility District No. 20 on Robertson Boulevard and S. Montgomery Lake Way (Resolution #12-25). They also introduced a zoning text amendment for lower-income housing opportunities (passed with one no vote) and approved the consent calendar, including the January 2025 budget report. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved Resolution #13-25, Rancho Calera Block 3 tentative subdivision map (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution #12-25, establishing Underground Utility District No. 20 on Robertson Blvd and S. Montgomery Lake Way (unanimous)
• Introduced zoning text amendment #24-0762 for lower-income housing opportunities (4-1, Troost no)
• Approved consent calendar including January 2025 budget report (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will review a zone text amendment for lower income housing opportunities and a tentative subdivision map for Rancho Calera Block 3. The meeting also includes Brown Act training for commissioners.

• Chapter 18 Zone Text Amendment #24-0762 Housing Element Program HE-2(l) for Lower Income Opportunities
• Rancho Calera Block 3 Tentative Subdivision Map #24-0112
• Brown Act Training presented by Crystal M. Pizano
• Approval of November 20, 2024 meeting minutes

The Chowchilla Planning Commission approved two resolutions recommending City Council approval of a zone text amendment for lower-income housing opportunities and a tentative subdivision map for Rancho Calera Block 3. Both items passed by roll call vote, with one abstention on the first. No public comments were made on either item.

• Approved Resolution #25-01 recommending City Council approval of Zone Text Amendment #24-0762 (Housing Element Program HE-2(1) - Lower Income Opportunities) and Notice of Exemption (roll call, Placencia abstaining)
• Approved Resolution #25-02 recommending City Council approval of Rancho Calera Block 3 Tentative Subdivision Map #24-0112 and Notice of Exemption (roll call)
• Approved agenda addition of Oath of Office item (unanimous voice vote)
• Approved consent calendar including November 20, 2024 meeting minutes (voice vote)

City Council

The Chowchilla City Council will hold a closed session to discuss labor negotiations with four employee associations. In open session, they will consider a contribution to the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce and approve the Madera County Economic Development Commission's 2025-2026 budget proposal. The consent calendar includes routine items such as approving minutes, a check register, amending the Council Contingency Fund policy, and adopting a flag policy for city buildings. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Closed session conference with labor negotiators for four employee organizations
• Contribution request to Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce (no dollar amount listed in agenda)
• Madera County Economic Development Commission 2025-2026 fiscal year budget proposal
• Adoption of a flag policy for city-owned buildings, special events, and holidays
• Amendment to Council Contingency Fund policy for enhanced accessibility and efficiency

The City Council approved a $7,000 contribution to the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce (split into two payments), adopted a flag policy for city-owned buildings with amendments, and approved the Madera County Economic Development Commission's 2025-2026 budget. The consent calendar was approved as amended, with one item moved to new business. No public hearings were held.

• Approved $3,500 now and $3,500 on June 30, 2025 to Chamber of Commerce (4-1, Chavez no)
• Adopted flag policy for city-owned buildings, adding Flag Day and July 4th as staffing allows
• Approved Madera County Economic Development Commission 2025-2026 budget proposal
• Approved consent calendar including minutes, check register, and resolution amending contingency fund policy

City Council

The City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency will meet to discuss downtown design updates and financial reports. The body will also consider a budget amendment to provide financial support for the Chowchilla Western Stampede historic cattle drive.

• Updates to the Downtown Design Guidelines
• Budget amendment and financial contribution to the Chowchilla Western Stampede
• Agreement with Lozano Smith for continued legal services
• Facility use agreements for various sports leagues including Little League and Community Soccer
• Sale of unused city property declared as surplus

The Chowchilla City Council approved the consent calendar, which included minutes, budget reports, resolutions for the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule, a Notice of Completion for an alley paving project, a legal services agreement, sports league facility use agreements, and a surplus property auction resolution. The council also adopted Resolution 08-25 updating the Downtown Design Guidelines and Resolution 09-25 approving a budget amendment and financial contribution to the Chowchilla Western Stampede for the historic cattle drive. All motions passed by roll call vote.

• Approved consent calendar including minutes, budget reports, and multiple resolutions (roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution 08-25 updating Downtown Design Guidelines and Notice of Exemption (roll call vote)
• Adopted Resolution 09-25 approving budget amendment and contribution to Chowchilla Western Stampede (roll call vote)

City Council

This special meeting consists of a closed session at 3:00 PM for labor negotiations with four employee organizations (City Office Employees Association, Police Officer Association, City Employees Association, and Mid Management/Confidential Association). The open session at 4:00 PM will receive a closed session report and then adjourn. No other business is scheduled.

• Closed session for labor negotiations with multiple employee groups
• No public hearings or ordinances on the agenda

The City Council held a special meeting with a closed session on labor negotiations, reporting nothing. In open session, they adopted two resolutions: one amending the Council Contingency Fund policy to streamline applications and expand eligibility, and another approving a $7,000 contribution to the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce, payable in two installments. The meeting adjourned at 4:32 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution 10-25 amending Council Contingency Fund policy (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 11-25 approving $7,000 Chamber of Commerce contribution (4-1, Chavez no)

Airport Advisory Committee

The Airport Advisory Committee meeting scheduled for January 20, 2025, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 21, 2025.

Planning Commission

The January 15, 2025 Regular Planning Commission meeting has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 19, 2025.

City Council

The City Council and Redevelopment Successor Agency will meet to discuss municipal code amendments and budget updates. The body will consider changes to food truck and outdoor advertising regulations, as well as a financial contribution to the local Chamber of Commerce.

• Ordinance modifying Chapter 9.07 regarding Food Truck Vendors
• Ordinance amending Section 18.56 regarding Signs and Outdoor Advertising Structures
• Budget amendment for a financial contribution to the Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce
• Donation of a 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor to Chowchilla Union High School
• Public hearing on the Annual Report on Development Impact Fees for FY 2023/2024

The Chowchilla City Council approved the consent calendar, including ordinances on food trucks and signs, and resolutions for office space and financial reports. It appointed members to the Planning Commission and Airport Advisory Committee, and donated a surplus police vehicle to the high school. A budget amendment for the Chamber of Commerce was tabled.

• Approved consent calendar including ordinances 524-25 and 525-25 (unanimous)
• Approved Resolution 02-25 accepting Development Impact Fees report (unanimous)
• Appointed Tricia Plascencia and Timothy Coelho to Planning Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Paul Kelly and Michael Wallen to Airport Advisory Committee (unanimous)
• Tabled budget amendment for Chamber of Commerce contribution
• Approved Resolution 03-25 donating 2020 Ford Explorer to high school (unanimous)