Farmersville public meetings in 2021

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for December 15, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for January 19, 2022 at the Council Chambers of the City of Farmersville Civic Center, 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA at 6:00 p.m. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancelled for December 15, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for January 19, 2022 at 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a public hearing on the annual Developer Impact Fee report, consider adopting Ordinance 513 on organic waste management, and review a sight-distance fix at Shasta Avenue and Visalia Road. The agenda also includes routine consent items like minutes, warrants, and investment summaries, plus committee appointments and a review of the local emergency declaration.

• Public hearing on Developer Impact Fees for FY 2020-21 (Resolution 2021-050)
• Adopt Ordinance 513 amending Chapter 8.04 on organic waste (waive second reading)
• Approve November 2021 Warrant Register totaling $565,366.95
• Review fence adjustment at northeast corner of Shasta Avenue and Visalia Road for sight distance
• Review March 20, 2020 Local Emergency Declaration and AB 361 teleconference rules

The Farmersville City Council approved the annual Developer Impact Fee report for FY 2020-21, authorized staff to adjust a fence at Shasta Avenue and Visalia Road to improve sight distance (with a letter to the homeowner), and made committee appointments, including naming Councilmember Valdovinos as alternate for the Homelessness Task Force. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included adopting Ordinance 513 on organic waste management, and continued the local emergency declaration related to AB 361. Councilmember Hernandez was absent.

• Approved Developer Impact Fee report for FY 2020-21 (4-0, Hernandez absent)
• Authorized fence adjustment at Shasta Ave & Visalia Rd with letter to homeowner (4-0)
• Appointed Councilmember Valdovinos as alternate to Homelessness Task Force (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 513 amending organic waste management code (consent agenda)
• Approved November 2021 warrant register and investment summary (Mayor Boyer abstained)
• Continued local emergency declaration and AB 361 teleconference provisions (4-0)

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will consider several items, including awarding a construction contract for the Sequoia Gateway project, adopting a parks strategic plan, and introducing an ordinance on organic waste. The agenda also includes a settlement agreement for the wastewater treatment plant expansion and a review of the city logo.

• Award contract to Rakkar Development & Construction for Sequoia Gateway project in the amount of $835,937.00
• Authorize Mayor to execute Settlement Agreement with QK for $582,359.17 related to Wastewater Treatment Plant Expansion Project
• Introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance 513 amending municipal code on organic waste
• Adopt Parks Strategic Plan and review preliminary schedule for park improvements
• Authorize purchase of street right-of-way on Road 164 from Brenda Lee Brinson for $150

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for a mobile churro and beverage trailer at 505 N. Farmersville Boulevard. The staff recommends approval with conditions, including operating hours, no amplified music, and no additional signage. The meeting also includes approval of the August 18, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Conditional Use Permit 2021-05 (Hernandez) for a mobile food trailer at 505 N. Farmersville Blvd
• Proposed hours: 7 days/week, 5 PM to 9 PM
• Conditions include no alcohol, no amplified music, no illuminated signs, and daily removal of trailer
• Tulare County Environmental Health permit required
• CEQA exemption under Class 1 (Section 15301(a))

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting new, updated, and revised Development Impact Fees via Resolution 2021-047, and will vote on waiving the second reading and adopting Ordinance 512 to amend Chapter 4.01 on Development Fees. The council will also discuss AB 361 and teleconferenced meetings, and consider a letter of support for the Water Infrastructure Funding Act of 2022. Consent agenda items include approval of October 2021 minutes, the warrant register totaling $1,700,485.68, and the investment summary.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2021-047 to adopt new Development Impact Fees
• Waive second reading and adopt Ordinance 512 amending Chapter 4.01 (Development Fees)
• Approve Warrant Register totaling $1,700,485.68 for October 2021
• Authorize Mayor to sign Letter of Support for Water Infrastructure Funding Act of 2022
• Discussion on AB 361 and teleconferenced meetings

The Farmersville City Council held a public hearing and approved an alternate option for new, updated, and revised Development Impact Fees via Resolution 2021-047. The council also waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance 512 to align development fees with the DIF Recalculation and Nexus Study. Both actions passed 3-0 with two members absent.

• Adopted alternate option for Development Impact Fees via Resolution 2021-047 (3-0)
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance 512 amending Chapter 4.01 - Development Fees (3-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-C (minutes, finance update, letter of support) (3-0, Mayor Boyer abstained on item B)
• Approved AB 361 teleconferenced meetings direction (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a $190,320 task order for the Farmersville Alley Improvement Project. The agenda also includes a public hearing on updating development fee ordinances and a review of downtown improvement funding.

• Work Authorization for Farmersville Alley Improvement Project by QK in the amount of $190,320
• Public Hearing to introduce and waive first reading of Ordinance 425 regarding Development Fees
• Review and approval of Downtown Improvements not to exceed $50,000
• Presentation of Development Impact Fee Calculation and Nexus Study Report by Revenue & Cost Specialists, LLC

The Farmersville City Council approved a $190,320 work authorization for engineering and environmental documents for the Farmersville Alley Improvement Project, and introduced Ordinance 425 to update development fees. They also approved up to $50,000 for downtown improvements. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved $190,320 work authorization for alley improvement project engineering (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 425 updating development fees (5-0)
• Approved downtown improvements up to $50,000 (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes and alley project (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 20, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for November 17, 2021 at the Council Chambers, 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA at 6:00 p.m. This notice contains no agenda items for decision or discussion.

• Meeting cancelled for October 20, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled November 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.
• Location: Council Chambers, 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will review its March 2020 local emergency declaration and provide direction on AB 361 teleconferencing, receive the annual Measure Q report and Q4 financial update, and consider adopting the second budget amendment for FY 2021-22. The consent agenda includes approval of meeting minutes and the September 2021 finance update with warrant registers totaling $947,733.87.

• Review of March 20, 2020 Local Emergency Declaration and AB 361 teleconference direction
• Annual Measure Q Report for FY 2020-21
• Fiscal Year 2020-21 4th Quarter Financial Update as of 6/30/2021
• Second Amendment to FY 2021-22 Budget by Resolution 2021-048
• Consent: Warrant Register totaling $947,733.87 and Investment Summary for September 2021

The City Council voted to continue the local emergency declaration and directed staff to comply with AB 361, allowing teleconferenced meetings. The council also approved the second budget amendment for FY 2021-22 and received the annual Measure Q report and 4th quarter financial update. The consent agenda, including meeting minutes and finance reports, was approved with the mayor abstaining from the finance item.

• Approved consent agenda items A-B (minutes, warrant register, investment summary) (4-0, Mayor Boyer abstained from item B)
• Approved continuation of local emergency declaration and AB 361 teleconference compliance (5-0)
• Approved Second Amendment to FY 2021-22 Budget by Resolution 2021-048 (5-0)
• Received and filed Annual Measure Q Report for FY 2020-21
• Received and filed FY 2020-21 4th Quarter Financial Update Report

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a first budget amendment for Fiscal Year 2021-22 to reflect new state funding for a Spartan Fire Engine. The council will also review the August 2021 Treasurer's Report and approve meeting minutes.

• Adoption of Resolution 2021-046 to account for $750,000 in state revenue for a fire engine
• Approval of the August 2021 Investment Summary
• Approval of minutes from the September 13, 2021, City Council meeting

The City Council approved improvements for Pocket Park, including turf, irrigation, and solar lighting, and directed staff to conduct community outreach and consult with Sierra Designs. The council also toured Armstrong Park, noting completed and pending improvements. No other substantive decisions were made; the consent agenda was approved without discussion.

• Approved Pocket Park improvements: turf, irrigation, solar lighting (3-0)
• Directed staff to perform community outreach for Pocket Park improvements
• Directed staff to consult with Kay from Sierra Designs for Pocket Park ideas
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, budget amendment, and treasurer's report

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a Conditional Use Permit for Tha Cloud Smokeshop, a tobacco and smoke shop at 444 W. Noble Avenue. The commission will also hold a workshop on the Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan. The meeting includes routine items like approval of minutes and public comment.

• Conditional Use Permit 2021-01 for Tha Cloud Smokeshop at 444 W. Noble Avenue
• Resolution 2021-05 to approve the smokeshop with conditions (e.g., minors under 18 barred unless accompanied by adult)
• Workshop on Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan
• Approval of minutes from August 18, 2021 meeting

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a public hearing on adopting a new schedule of service charges and fees based on a cost-of-services study, with changes to take effect January 1, 2022. The council will also consider consent items including a $199,656 contract for design services for Community Park Phase IV (Freedom Field), adoption of Ordinance 511 on cannabis deliveries, and approval of the August 2021 warrant register and investment summary. Additionally, the council will discuss topics for a joint meeting with the school district and conduct site visits to Pocket Park and Armstrong Park.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2021-045 adopting new/increased/confirmed service fees (effective Jan 1, 2022)
• Contract with Sierra Designs, Inc. for Community Park Phase IV design services, $199,656
• Ordinance 511 amending cannabis delivery regulations (Chapter 17.53)
• Approve August 2021 warrant register totaling $800,506.57
• Site visits to Pocket Park and Armstrong Park for improvement assessment

The City Council approved Resolution 2021-045 adopting new, increased, or confirmed service charges and fees effective January 1, 2022, based on a cost of services study. The council also waived the second reading and adopted Ordinance 511 amending the municipal code regarding cannabis deliveries. Additionally, the council approved a $199,656 contract with Sierra Designs, Inc. for design services for Community Park Phase IV – Freedom Field, and accepted the Notice of Completion for the wastewater treatment facility expansion project. The site visit to Pocket Park and Armstrong Park was tabled to September 27, 2021 due to darkness.

• Approved Resolution 2021-045 adopting new, increased, or confirmed service charges and fees effective January 1, 2022.
• Waived second reading and adopted Ordinance 511 amending municipal code sections on cannabis deliveries.
• Approved contract with Sierra Designs, Inc. for design services for Community Park Phase IV – Freedom Field in the amount of $199,656.00.
• Accepted Notice of Completion for the Farmersville Wastewater Treatment Facility Expansion and Upgrades Project.
• Approved consent agenda items A-F, with Mayor Boyer abstaining from item C (Finance Update).
• Approved topics for the upcoming 2+2 meeting with Farmersville Unified School District, including opening grass area by high school pool, traffic by schools, opening Citrus, using school fields for sports leagues, and opening high school track.
• Tabled site visit to Pocket Park and Armstrong Park to September 27, 2021 due to darkness.
• Unanimously approved to agree to settlement terms with QK in closed session.

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to review the Cost of Services Study prepared by Revenue & Costs Specialists, LLC. The study recommends changes to the fee schedule that would generate $237,300 in potential new annual revenue. This review is a preparatory step for a public hearing and final adoption scheduled for September 13, 2021. The council will also discuss local graffiti issues.

• Review of proposed service fees from the Cost of Services Study by Revenue & Costs Specialists, LLC
• Study recommends fee changes resulting in $237,300 in potential new annual revenue
• Preparation for public hearing on adoption of Comprehensive Fee Schedule on September 13, 2021
• Discussion on graffiti issues

The Farmersville City Council held a study session to review proposed service fees from a Cost of Services Study. Council directed staff to reduce two proposed utility fees: the new utility account fee from $85 to $50 and the reconnection fee from $85 to $50. The item will return for a public hearing on September 13, 2021. The council also discussed graffiti issues and directed the police chief to explore partnerships with neighboring cities and potential donors.

• Directed staff to reduce S-113 New Utility Account Fee from $85 to $50
• Directed staff to reduce S-118 Reconnection (Normal Business Hours) from $85 to $50
• Scheduled public hearing on fee schedule for September 13, 2021
• Directed review of city ordinance on graffiti
• Directed police chief to contact neighboring cities about sharing a graffiti-removal employee

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance 510 to set the speed limit for Walnut Avenue at 40 mph. The Council will also hold a first reading of Ordinance 511 regarding cannabis deliveries and review a cost of services study.

• Adoption of Ordinance 510 to reduce Walnut Avenue speed zone to 40-mph
• First reading of Ordinance 511 regarding cannabis deliveries
• Authorization to purchase furnishings for the Sequoia Gateway Area Project
• Review of Cost of Services Study prepared by Revenue & Costs Specialists, LLC
• Introduction of new Police and Code Enforcement Officers

The Farmersville City Council unanimously approved the consent agenda, including adopting Ordinance 510, which reduces the speed limit on Walnut Avenue to 40 mph. The council also received a cost of services study and scheduled a special meeting for further discussion. A site visit to Jennings Park resulted in a request for community outreach on improvements, while visits to Pocket and Armstrong Parks were rescheduled.

• Adopted Ordinance 510 reducing Walnut Avenue speed limit to 40 mph (5-0)
• Approved minutes of August 9, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Accepted Treasurer's Report for July 2021 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of furnishings for Sequoia Gateway Area Project (5-0)
• Received and filed Cost of Services Study; scheduled special meeting for August 30, 2021
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 511 on cannabis deliveries
• Approved site visit to Jennings Park; requested community outreach for improvements
• Rescheduled Pocket Park and Armstrong Park site visits to future meeting

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission approved a one-year time extension for Conditional Use Permit 2019-05 (Lowry) via Resolution 2021-04, with a 4-1 vote (Commissioner Espinoza dissenting). The commission also approved the minutes from the July 21, 2021 meeting unanimously. A workshop on the Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan was held, with a presentation by Tristian from Karl Schoettler's office.

• Approved one-year time extension for Conditional Use Permit 2019-05 (Resolution 2021-04) (4-1)
• Approved minutes of July 21, 2021 meeting (5-0)

City Council

The Farmersville City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes, finance warrants, a housing grant application, event funding, and an audit engagement letter, with Mayor Boyer abstaining from two items. The council also adopted a spending plan for Supplemental Law Enforcement Services Funds, adopted the Local Roadway Safety Plan, and introduced Ordinance 510 to reduce the speed limit on Walnut Avenue to 40 mph. A site visit to Roys Park and Riverbank Park was conducted to note needed improvements, and the meeting adjourned to closed session for real property negotiations with no report.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E (Mayor Boyer abstained on B and C)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-030 for SLESF spending plan (4-0)
• Adopted Local Roadway Safety Plan (4-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 510 reducing Walnut Avenue speed limit to 40 mph (4-0)
• Approved site visit to Roys Park and Riverbank Park (4-0)
• Moved site visit item to end of meeting after closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The Farmersville City Council is meeting to review and continue the local COVID-19 emergency declaration, authorize a design RFP for Farmersville Community Park Phase 4, and hold a public hearing on landscape and lighting assessment districts. The council will also consider a letter supporting federal farmworker and Dreamer legislation, and conduct site visits to three parks.

• Review and continue March 20, 2020 local emergency declaration (Resolution 2020-010, Urgency Ordinance 501)
• Authorize RFP for design services for Farmersville Community Park Phase 4 – Freedom Field
• Public hearing and adoption of Resolutions 2021-031 through 2021-043 for Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts
• Presentation on letter of support for Farm Workforce Modernization Act of 2021 and Dreamers legislation
• Site visits to Veterans Memorial Park, Sports Park, and Liberty Park

The City Council held a public hearing and unanimously adopted Resolutions 2021-031 through 2021-043 to accept the engineer's report and levy assessments for the 2021/2022 Landscape and Lighting Assessment Districts. The council also approved the consent agenda, which included minutes, continuation of the local emergency declaration, and authorization to prepare an RFP for design services for Farmersville Community Park Phase 4 – Freedom Field. Additionally, the council approved a site visit to three parks to note needed improvements, and provided consensus to issue letters of support for the Farm Workforce Modernization Act and Dreamers legislation.

• Adopted Resolutions 2021-031 through 2021-043 for landscape and lighting assessments (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, emergency declaration continuation, and RFP authorization for park design services
• Approved site visit to Veterans Memorial Park, Sports Park, and Liberty Park to note improvements (5-0)
• Provided consensus to issue letters of support for Farm Workforce Modernization Act and Dreamers legislation

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission will hold a workshop to review the ongoing Downtown Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update, both funded by state grants to increase affordable housing. The meeting includes approval of the May 19, 2021 minutes and public comment. The workshop will cover residential zoning standards and the plan's draft chapters.

• Workshop on Downtown Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update
• Review of R-1 and RM residential zoning standards
• Discussion of ADU ordinance update to comply with state law
• Approval of minutes from May 19, 2021 meeting

The Farmersville Planning Commission approved the minutes from its May 19, 2021 regular meeting. The commission also held a workshop on the Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan, with a presentation by City Planner Karl Schoettler. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Approved minutes of May 19, 2021 regular meeting (4-0, Llamas absent)

City Council

The Farmersville City Council is meeting to handle routine consent items including approving June minutes, a $787,410.48 warrant register, and an investment summary. They will also vote on adopting a sewer ordinance update, union memorandums of understanding, a $1,300 special event grant for the Farmersville Elite Soccer Club, and a final parcel map for six commercial lots. The council will also designate a voting delegate for the League of California Cities conference and hold a closed session on property negotiations.

• Approve June 2021 warrant register totaling $787,410.48
• Adopt Ordinance 506 amending sewer code to match EPA model
• Adopt Resolution 2021-029 for Teamsters, Police Officer's Association, and Miscellaneous Employees MOUs
• Approve $1,300 funding request from Farmersville Elite Soccer Club
• Accept final parcel map creating six commercial parcels south of Noble Avenue, west of Farmersville Blvd

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, finance reports, Ordinance 506 updating sewer regulations, and Resolution 2021-029 adopting MOUs with three employee unions. It also approved $1,300 in special event funding for the Farmersville Elite Soccer Club and accepted a final parcel map for six commercial parcels. Mayor Boyer abstained from the finance item. The council designated voting delegates for the League of California Cities conference.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including minutes, finance reports, Ordinance 506, Resolution 2021-029, $1,300 for Farmersville Elite Soccer Club, and the Lowry Final Parcel Map
• Adopted Ordinance 506 amending Municipal Code Chapter 13.08 (Sewers) to conform with EPA model ordinance
• Adopted Resolution 2021-029 authorizing MOUs with Teamsters Local 517, Police Officer's Association, and Miscellaneous Employees
• Approved $1,300 in special event funding for Farmersville Elite Soccer Club
• Accepted the Lowry Final Parcel Map creating six commercial parcels on Noble Avenue
• Designated Councilmember Gomez as voting delegate, Macareno as first alternate, Valdovinos as second alternate for League of California Cities conference

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the commercial cannabis business tax rate and the FY 2021-22 appropriations limit. They will also consider directing American Rescue Plan funds to water infrastructure and public safety payroll, introduce a sewer ordinance update, and approve several consent items including a labor agreement with mid-management employees.

• Public hearing: Resolution 2021-019 adopting commercial cannabis business tax rate for FY 2021-22
• Public hearing: Resolution 2021-022 establishing FY 2021-22 appropriations limit
• Direct staff to use American Rescue Plan funds for water infrastructure and public safety payroll reimbursement
• Introduce Ordinance 506 amending Chapter 13.08 (Sewers) to conform with EPA model ordinance
• Consent: Resolution 2021-027 adopting MOU with Mid-Management Employee Association (includes $10,000 pandemic pay, 2% COLA)

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including a labor MOU and budget amendment, and adopted resolutions for cannabis tax and appropriations limit. It directed staff to use American Rescue Plan funds for water infrastructure and public safety payroll, and introduced a sewer ordinance update.

• Approved consent agenda items A-E (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-019 cannabis business tax rate for FY 2021-22 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-022 appropriations limit for FY 2021-22 (4-0)
• Directed staff to use ARPA funds for Well 3 replacement, Well 5/6 upgrades and generators, and safety payroll reimbursement
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 506 amending sewer chapter (4-0)

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for June 16, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting is scheduled for July 21, 2021 at the Council Chambers, 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA at 6:00 p.m. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice with no items for discussion or decision.

• Meeting cancellation notice
• Next meeting scheduled for July 21, 2021 at 909 West Visalia Road

City Council

The City Council adopted the FY 2021-22 budget and the five-year capital improvement plan, both by 4-1 votes with Councilmember Macareno dissenting. The council also approved the consent agenda, including a new lease with Turning Point of Central California for youth and mental health services, and authorized the City Manager to apply for federal American Relief Plan funds. A report on the appropriations limit was received but no action was taken, with discussion deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including minutes, warrant register, investment summary, lease with Turning Point of Central California, resolution for landscape and lighting assessment districts, federal funds application, and SB 1 project list (Mayor Boyer abstained on item B).
• Appointed Councilmember Macareno as representative and Councilmember Gomez as alternate to the Tulare County Economic Development Corporation's Board of Directors.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-020, the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan for FY 2021-2022 through FY 2025-2026 (4-1, Macareno no).
• Adopted Resolution 2021-021, the FY 2021-22 Budget (4-1, Macareno no).
• Received the FY 2021-22 Appropriations Limit report; no action taken, discussion deferred to next meeting.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-023, the FY 2021-22 and FY 2022-23 salary schedules (unanimous).
• Approved $999 in special event funding for the Farmersville Youth Soccer League (unanimous).

City Council

The Farmersville City Council is reviewing the proposed Five Year Capital Improvement Plan for fiscal years 2022-2026, totaling $37,079,744. The plan lists dozens of projects across departments, including street repairs, water infrastructure, park improvements, and vehicle replacements. Many projects are marked as 'unfunded' or pending grant funding, and the agenda includes a list of projects removed from the plan.

• North Farmersville Blvd Widening: $10,300,000 (Measure R)
• Pavement Management Program street repairs: $2,000,000 each for FY 2022, 2023, and 2024
• Central Fire Station: $2,500,000 (Fire DIF)
• Freedom Field (Urban Greening Grant): $2,249,034
• Solar Plant at WWTP: $2,310,700 (DWR grant construction funding?)

The Farmersville City Council approved a consent agenda including minutes and surplus vehicle declarations, and authorized a $5,000/month contract with Townsend Public Affairs for grant and advocacy services. It also approved advertising the Farmersville Community Park Phase III project for bids, adopted Resolution 2021-018 implementing Stage IV Water Conservation effective July 1, 2021, and approved rejoining the Tulare County Economic Development Corporation. The proposed FY 2021-22 budget was presented for review and direction.

• Approved consent agenda items A-C (4-0, Mayor Boyer abstained on Item B)
• Approved $5,000/month contract with Townsend Public Affairs (4-0)
• Authorized advertising Farmersville Community Park Phase III project for bids (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-018 for Stage IV Water Conservation starting July 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved rejoining Tulare County EDC effective July 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Reviewed proposed FY 2021-22 budget; no formal action taken

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider approving a parcel map to divide one lot at 855 E. Ash Street into two, along with a variance to allow the lots to be narrower than the 60-foot minimum in the R-1 zone. The commission will also hold a workshop on the Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan. The meeting includes approval of the April 21, 2021 minutes and public comment.

• Public hearing on Parcel Map 2021-01 and Variance 2021-03 (Romero) for 855 E. Ash Street
• Proposed Parcel 1: 7,574 sq ft, ~49.6 ft wide; Parcel 2: 7,547 sq ft, ~47.8 ft wide
• Recommend approval of Resolution 2021-02 (Variance) and Resolution 2021-03 (Parcel Map)
• Workshop on Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan
• Approval of minutes from April 21, 2021 meeting

The Farmersville Planning Commission approved a parcel map and variance to divide the lot at 855 E. Ash Street into two narrower lots, as requested by resident Romero. The zoning ordinance update and Downtown Specific Plan workshop was tabled because the City Planner was ill. The meeting also included approval of the April 21, 2021 minutes.

• Approved minutes of April 21, 2021 meeting (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 (Variance) for 855 E. Ash Street (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-03 (Parcel Map) for 855 E. Ash Street (5-0)
• Tabled Zoning Ordinance Update and Downtown Specific Plan workshop

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a public hearing on new residential refuse collection rates effective July 1, 2021, and consider awarding a $6,956,614 contract to Yarbs Grading & Paving for the Farmersville Boulevard Widening Project. The consent agenda includes routine approvals such as minutes, a finance update, and a resolution extending the abandoned vehicle abatement fee.

• Public hearing on Resolution 2021-015 setting new residential refuse collection rates (effective 7/1/2021) due to SB 1383
• Award contract to Yarbs Grading & Paving for $6,956,614 for Farmersville Boulevard Widening Project
• Resolution 2021-014 extending abandoned vehicle abatement service fee sunset to April 30, 2032
• Resolution 2021-016 authorizing lease purchase agreement for new Spartan Fire Engine
• Approve April 2021 warrant register totaling $800,275.50

The City Council awarded a $6,956,614 contract to Yarbs Grading & Paving for the Farmersville Boulevard Widening Project, with Mayor Boyer recused due to a conflict of interest. The council also approved a new residential refuse collection rate schedule effective July 1, 2021, after a public hearing with only eight protest letters. Consent agenda items were approved, including extending the abandoned vehicle abatement fee sunset to 2032 and authorizing a lease purchase for a new fire engine.

• Awarded $6,956,614 contract to Yarbs Grading & Paving for Farmersville Boulevard Widening (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-015 setting new residential refuse collection rates effective July 1, 2021 (4-0)
• Approved consent agenda including minutes, warrant register, investment summary, Resolution 2021-014 (abandoned vehicle fee sunset to 2032), and Resolution 2021-016 (fire engine lease purchase) (3-0, Mayor abstained on Self-Help warrants)
• Continued local emergency declaration from March 20, 2020

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will consider accepting the Notice of Completion for the Deep Creek Restoration Project, Phase I, and approving $1,000 in special event funding for the Farmersville Jr. FFA. The consent agenda also includes accepting a grant deed for street right-of-way purposes. The council will also discuss the substantial completion of the Wastewater Treatment Facility Expansion and Upgrades Project.

• Accept Notice of Completion for Deep Creek Restoration Project, Phase I (final contract sum $423,009.25)
• Approve $1,000 in financial assistance to Farmersville Jr. FFA for landscaping cleanup at Veteran's Memorial
• Accept Grant Deed from ECP, LP for street right-of-way purposes (APN 111-290-002)
• Issue Certificate of Substantial Completion for Wastewater Treatment Facility Expansion, effective February 15, 2021
• Future agenda item: Naming of Property located at 881 N. Farmersville Blvd.

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including accepting the Deep Creek Restoration Project Phase I completion, $1,000 funding for Farmersville Jr. FFA, and a grant deed for street right-of-way. The council also accepted the Wastewater Treatment Facility construction and issued a Certificate of Substantial Completion effective February 15, 2021. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent agenda items A-D (5-0)
• Accepted Notice of Completion for Deep Creek Restoration Project Phase I (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 financial assistance to Farmersville Jr. FFA (5-0)
• Accepted grant deed from ECP, LP for street right-of-way (5-0)
• Approved Certificate of Substantial Completion for Wastewater Treatment Facility (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission will consider adopting Resolution 2021-01, finding the 2021-2026 Capital Improvement Program consistent with the 2025 General Plan. The five-year plan totals about $36.1 million, with a $15.4 million budget for 2021-22. The commission will also hold workshops on the Downtown Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update, reviewing survey results and discussing a potential road diet for Farmersville Boulevard.

• Resolution 2021-01: CIP/General Plan consistency finding
• 2021-22 CIP budget: $15.4 million; five-year total: $36.1 million
• North Farmersville Blvd Widening: $10.3 million (Year 1)
• Central Fire Station: $2.5 million (Year 2)
• Downtown Specific Plan and Zoning Ordinance Update workshops

The Planning Commission approved Resolution 2021-01, finding the 2021-2026 Five-Year Capital Improvements Plan consistent with the 2025 Farmersville General Plan. The vote was 3-0, with Commissioners Casas and Llamas absent. The commission also held workshops on a zoning ordinance update and the Downtown Specific Plan, but took no action on those items. Approval of the December 16, 2020 minutes was tabled to the next meeting.

• Approved Resolution 2021-01, Capital Improvements Plan consistent with General Plan (3-0)
• Tabled approval of December 16, 2020 minutes until May 19, 2021
• Held workshop on Zoning Ordinance Update, no action taken
• Held workshop on Downtown Specific Plan, no action taken

City Council

The Farmersville City Council is reviewing a five-year Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) for fiscal years 2021-22 through 2025-26, totaling $35,902,708. The plan includes projects across departments such as engineering, fire, police, and public works, with the largest being the North Farmersville Blvd Widening at $10.3 million. The agenda also lists projects removed from the plan, including completed and deleted items, and identifies unfunded projects totaling $10,430,700.

• North Farmersville Blvd Widening: $10,300,000 in FY 2021-22
• Central Fire Station: $2,500,000 in FY 2023-24
• Pavement Management Program: $2,000,000 per year for FY 2022-2024
• Solar Plant at new WWTP: $2,310,700 total
• Unfunded projects total $10,430,700, including Central Farmersville Blvd Repairs ($2,785,000)

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including the warrant register, investment summary, a task order for Sequoia Gateway construction management, an addendum with Self-Help Enterprises, a budget amendment, and reappointments of Jerry Luna and Raul Casas to the Planning Commission. Mayor Boyer abstained from items 7B and 7D. The council also appointed Armando Hinojosa to an unexpired Planning Commission term and reviewed the Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan, directing staff to bring it back for adoption later.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F (5-0, Mayor Boyer abstained on 7B and 7D)
• Approved $83,485 task order for Sequoia Gateway construction management
• Approved addendum with Self-Help Enterprises for CDBG/HOME grants management
• Adopted Seventh Budget Amendment for FY 2020-21 via Resolution 2021-013
• Reappointed Jerry Luna and Raul Casas to Planning Commission for 4-year terms
• Appointed Armando Hinojosa to Planning Commission for unexpired term (5-0)
• Reviewed Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan; staff to bring back for adoption

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will consider approving an amended agreement with GHD for $35,924 in additional fees for the North Farmersville Blvd widening project, and authorize a letter of support for the Kaweah Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Project. They will also vote on a resolution to submit a 2021 Community Development Block Grant application. The meeting includes consent agenda items and a closed session for real property and labor negotiations.

• Amendment No. 4 to GHD agreement for $35,924 for design revisions and final PS&E for Farmersville Blvd widening
• Letter of support for Kaweah Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Project
• Resolution 2021-012 authorizing 2021 CDBG grant application
• Closed session: real property negotiation at 318 N. Farmersville Blvd with Ulloa Investment Group
• Closed session: labor negotiations with employee organizations

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes and a $35,924 amendment to the GHD agreement for the North Farmersville Blvd widening project, and authorized a letter of support for the Kaweah Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Project. The Council also adopted Resolution 2021-012 authorizing the submittal of a 2021 Community Development Block Grant application; Mayor Boyer recused himself due to a business conflict. No public comments were given, and the meeting included a dedication ceremony for the late Anna Winslow.

• Approved consent agenda items A-C, including minutes of March 8, 2021, Amendment No. 4 to GHD agreement ($35,924), and letter of support for Kaweah Subbasin Groundwater Recharge Project.
• Adopted Resolution 2021-012 authorizing submittal of 2021 CDBG grant application to California HCD; Mayor Boyer recused due to business conflict.
• Received $250,000 grant from Cal OES for generators for water wells (reported by Councilmember Gomez).
• Noted restaurants can open indoor dining as city moved to red tier; City Hall lobby reopening April 1 (reported).
• Engineer reported final contract for Farmersville Blvd will be complete this week; bids due April 29, 2021 (reported).
• Adjourned to closed session for real property negotiation (318 N. Farmersville Blvd) and labor negotiations; reconvened with nothing to report.

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a public hearing on a 2021 Community Development Block Grant application, consider adopting an amended police union agreement and a new salary schedule, and vote on waiving the second reading of an ordinance setting council member salaries. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as minutes, a finance update, and continuation of a local emergency declaration.

• Public hearing on 2021 Community Development Block Grant application
• Resolution 2021-010 adopting amended MOU with Police Officer's Association
• Resolution 2021-011 adopting FY 2020-21 salary schedule
• Waive second reading of Ordinance 507 on council member salaries
• Appointment of Freddy Espinoza to Planning Commission

The Farmersville City Council approved the consent agenda, including minutes, finance reports, the local emergency declaration, a police union MOU, and the salary schedule. It also approved a workers' compensation alternative dispute resolution agreement with all city bargaining groups, appointed Freddy Espinoza to the Planning Commission, waived the second reading of Ordinance 507 on council salaries, and adopted the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan with added downtown improvement goals. The council held a public hearing on a CDBG application but took no action.

• Approved consent agenda items A-F, including minutes, finance reports, emergency declaration continuation, police MOU, and salary schedule.
• Approved the Labor Management Workers' Compensation ADR Agreement with all five bargaining groups.
• Appointed Freddy Espinoza to the Planning Commission for an unexpired term.
• Waived second reading of Ordinance 507, amending council member salaries effective July 1, 2021 (Mayor Boyer voted no).
• Adopted the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan, adding short-term and long-term goals for downtown improvements.
• Held a public hearing on the 2021 CDBG application; no action taken.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing amended labor agreements for several employee groups, including cost-of-living adjustments. The agenda also includes a request to waive development impact fees for the Los Arroyos Affordable Housing Project.

• Request from Self-Help Enterprises to waive $425,5CO4.56 in development impact fees
• Adoption of amended labor agreements for Mid-Management, Miscellaneous Employees, and Teamsters Local 517
• Proposed 2% cost-of-living adjustment for various city employee groups
• Introduction of Ordinance 507 regarding Council Member salaries
• Request for $999 in special event funding for Farmersville Senior Citizens, Inc.

The City Council approved a motion to waive $204,266.19 in development impact fees for the Los Arroyos Affordable Housing Project, a reduction from the $425,554.56 requested by Self-Help Enterprises. The council also approved consent items, including employee MOUs and the salary schedule, and introduced Ordinance 507 on council member salaries. Mayor Boyer recused himself from the fee waiver vote due to a conflict of interest.

• Approved consent agenda including minutes, Resolution 2021-006 (employee MOUs), and Resolution 2021-008 (salary schedule) (5-0)
• Approved waiver of $204,266.19 in impact fees for Los Arroyos Affordable Housing Project (4-0, Mayor recused)
• Approved $999 in special event funding for Farmersville Senior Citizens, Inc. (5-0)
• Introduced and waived first reading of Ordinance 507 on council member salaries (3-2, Boyer and Hernandez opposed)
• Approved Resolution 2021-007, Second Amendment to City Manager's Agreement (5-0)

City Council

The Farmersville City Council is holding a special strategic planning session to review the 2019-2021 Strategic Plan and the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan, and to reassess strategies and priorities for the 2021-2023 Strategic Plan. The council will also discuss roles and responsibilities of the City Council and other topics for future consideration. This is a discussion and direction-setting meeting, not a decision-making meeting on specific items.

• Review of 2019-2021 Strategic Plan
• 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan
• Reassess strategies and priorities for 2021-2023 Strategic Plan
• Discussion of City Council roles and responsibilities

The City Council held a special strategic planning session to review the 2019-2021 Strategic Plan and the 5-Year Capital Improvement Plan. After several hours of discussion, the Council directed the City Manager on changes and updates to the existing Strategic Plan. No formal votes or other substantive decisions were recorded.

• Directed City Manager on changes and updates to existing Strategic Plan

Planning Commission

The Farmersville Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 17, 2021 has been cancelled. The next meeting is set for March 17, 2021 at the Council Chambers, 909 West Visalia Road, Farmersville, CA at 6:00 p.m. This agenda contains only a cancellation notice and no substantive items.

• Meeting cancelled for February 17, 2021
• Next meeting scheduled for March 17, 2021 at 6:00 p.m.

City Council

The Farmersville City Council will hold a regular meeting on February 8, 2021, via Zoom. The council will consider approving a mid-year budget amendment for fiscal year 2020-21, a contract with Central Cal Waterworks for $26,479 per month, and several consent agenda items including a financial audit presentation and an ordinance on Planning Commission compensation. The meeting also includes a closed session for labor negotiations.

• Resolution 2021-004 adopting Mid-Year Budget Amendment for FY 2020-21
• Contract with Central Cal Waterworks at $26,479 per month
• Ordinance 508 amending Planning Commission compensation (waive second reading)
• Financial Audit for FY 2019-2020 presentation
• Memorandum of Understanding with Farmersville Directors Group

The Farmersville City Council approved Resolution 2021-004 adopting the Mid-Year Budget Amendment for Fiscal Year 2020-21. They also approved a consent agenda including minutes, finance updates, Ordinance 508 on Planning Commission compensation, a letter of support for TCAG, and an MOU with Farmersville Directors Group. A contract with Central Cal Waterworks for $26,479 per month was approved pending City Attorney review. No substantive decisions were made on the wastewater treatment plant expansion costs, which were informational only.

• Approved Resolution 2021-004 adopting Mid-Year Budget Amendment (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda items A-E (5-0, Mayor abstained on Self Help warrants)
• Approved contract with Central Cal Waterworks at $26,479/month (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 508 amending Planning Commission compensation (part of consent agenda)
• Authorized Mayor to submit letter of support for TCAG grant application (part of consent agenda)
• Approved MOU with Farmersville Directors Group for DIR submission (part of consent agenda)