Dinuba public meetings in 2021
19 substantive meetings from 2021, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Council held a work session to seek direction on an expenditure plan for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. This includes potential funding for infrastructure, public health, and economic support. The agenda also included a public hearing regarding noise regulation amendments.
- $2,210,000 contract to Clark Bros. for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
- $68,785 agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a Utility Rate Study
- $14,880 agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a User Fee Study
- Public hearing on amendments to noise regulations in the Municipal Code
- Authorization to participate in National Prescription Opioid Litigation Settlement Funds
City Council
The City Council will consider using $635,000 in Measure R funds for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout construction. The agenda also includes a $1,000 sponsorship request for the annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner and recognition for retiring Police Officer Jaime Lopez.
- $635,000 in Measure R funds for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout construction
- $1,000 sponsorship request for the 14th Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner
- Retirement recognition for Police Officer Jaime Lopez
City Council
The City Council will consider a one-year time extension for the Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map. This project involves residential lots on 19.2 acres near Englehart Avenue and Saginaw Way. The council will also review a $2,500 donation from the Police Department to the Sequoia Regional Cancer Center.
- One-year time extension for Castro Estates subdivision map
- $2,500 Pink Patch Project donation to Sequoia Regional Cancer Center
- Cancellation of November 23 and December 21 City Council meetings
- Approval of October 12, 2021, meeting minutes
City Council
The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2021-04 to incorporate new landscape design guidelines into the municipal code. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding a $100,000 COPS grant and review a grant application for up to $3 million for the Ridge Creek trail.
- Adoption of Ordinance No. 2021-04 regarding landscape design guidelines
- Public hearing for a $100,000 COPS grant (Resolution No. 2021-49)
- Grant application for up to $3 million for the Ridge Creek Pedestrian and Bike Interpretive Trail
- Appointment of Robin Galvan as Animal Control Officer
- Industrial disability retirement resolution for Jaime Lopez
City Council
The City Council will consider approving a $1,559,247 grant and loan for the Sierra Village Apartment Project. The council will also discuss new state-mandated organic waste recycling requirements. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of a grant for a new ambulance.
- $1,559,247 grant and loan for Sierra Village Apartment Project Phase II
- $205,116.37 grant from Alta Healthcare District for a new ambulance
- New organic waste recycling requirements under Senate Bill 1383
- $1,000 sponsorship for the 6th Annual Golf Tournament
- Approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan
City Council
The City Council will consider a $4,606,642.89 contract award for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout Project. The agenda also includes a public hearing on new landscape design guidelines and time extensions for subdivision maps. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation regarding youth tobacco prevention.
- $4,606,642.89 contract award for Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout Project
- Public hearing for amending zoning ordinances to include landscape design guidelines
- One-year time extension for Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map
- Three-year professional services agreement with A&M Consulting Engineers
- Adoption of the updated Sanitary Sewer Master Plan
City Council
The City Council will consider an annual agreement with the Dinuba Unified School District for a School Resource Officer. The agenda also includes co-sponsoring the annual Raisin Day Festival and receiving a legislative update on California's 2021 session.
- Annual agreement with Dinuba Unified School District for a School Resource Officer
- Co-sponsorship of the annual Raisin Day Festival at Rose Ann Vuich Park
- Contract with Classic Amusement, LLC for carnival rides
- Notice of completion for the Kern Street Storm Drain Improvements Project
- Approval of Final Parcel Map 2020-01
City Council
The City Council will consider new management procedures for all capital construction contracts. The agenda also includes accepting easements for the Euclid Avenue Street Improvements Project and reviewing budget adjustments. Additionally, the council will address various labor agreements and a mosquito control funding measure.
- Approval of Construction Contract Management Procedures
- Easement acquisition for the Euclid Avenue Street Improvements Project
- Lease agreement modification for the Dinuba Vocational Center
- Support for Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District funding measure
- Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 salary schedule
City Council
The Dinuba City Council will consider awarding a professional services agreement to RRM Design Group for a Focused General Plan Update. The agenda also includes appointing a 2020 Census Advisory Committee and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency.
- $310,000 agreement with RRM Design Group for Focused General Plan Update
- Appointment of the 2020 Census Advisory Committee
- MOU between Dinuba and Tulare County Regional Transit Agency
- Swearing-in of Reserve Police Officers Ruben Hernandez and Mariano Sanchez Ramirez
- Proclamation for National Parks and Recreation Month
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2021/22 operating budget and capital improvement program. The council is also scheduled to review annual assessments for landscape and lighting districts. Additionally, members will consider appointing a committee for the 2020 Census redistricting process.
- Adoption of FY 2021/22 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Annual assessments for Landscape and Lighting districts
- $2,000 sponsorship request for Freedom Fest
- Appointment of the 2020 Census Advisory Committee
- Adoption of new Landscape Design Guidelines
City Council
The City Council will review the preliminary budget projections for the 2021/22 fiscal year. The agenda also includes an easement acquisition for a roundabout at Alta and Nebraska Avenues and an extension of a moratorium on new massage businesses.
- Easement acquisition for the Alta/Nebraska Avenue Roundabout
- Notice of completion for the Dinuba Police Department Parking Lot Expansion Project
- Extension of the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program to April 30, 2032
- Urgency Ordinance to extend the moratorium on new massage businesses
- Amendment to the Woodside Homes Phase III & IV Subdivision Development Agreement
City Council
The City Council will review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2021/22 to provide direction before its final adoption in June. The agenda includes a public hearing on amending business license regulations and a resolution regarding the Well No. 21 Project. The council will also consider a contract extension for engineering services and a transportation fund exchange.
- Presentation of preliminary FY 2021/22 budget
- Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-02 regarding business licenses and regulations
- Resolution No. 2021-22 for the Well No. 21 Project mitigation program
- One-year contract extension for Yamabe & Horn Engineering, Inc.
- $294,566 transportation fund exchange via TCAG
City Council
The Council will consider adopting a list of road maintenance and reconstruction projects for the 2021-22 fiscal year using state SB1 funds. The agenda also includes a review of the third quarter financial report and a proposed site plan for Dutch Bros. Additionally, the meeting features the retirement of a police officer and an oath of office for a fire captain.
- Proposed SB1 road projects including Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue reconstruction ($400,000)
- Proposed Tulare Avenue grind and overlay project ($650,000)
- Review of proposed Dutch Bros site plan
- Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 third quarter financial report
- Retirement of Police Officer Blanca Montejano
City Council
The Council will hold a public hearing regarding updates to city fees, charges, and fines. The agenda also includes a temporary moratorium on new massage businesses and an update on COVID-19 vaccine outreach.
- Public hearing for annual adjustment to city fees, charges, and fines
- Urgency Ordinance for a temporary moratorium on new massage businesses
- $35,658.06 grant from Alta Healthcare District for COVID-19 vaccine outreach
- $20,000 agreement for pyrotechnics services for the July 3rd Independence Day Celebration
- Oath of office for Interim Fire Chief Jordan Webster and Battalion Chief Dustin Espino
City Council
The City Council will consider a $4.5 million grant application for the construction of Viscaya Neighborhood Park. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding potential programs for 2021 Community Development Block Grant funding. Other items include the disposal of surplus city equipment and an industrial disability retirement for a police officer.
- $4.5 million grant application for Viscaya Neighborhood Park
- Public hearing for 2021 CDBG funding programs
- Disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment
- Industrial disability retirement for Police Officer Blanca Montejano
- $800 sponsorship request for Hands in the Community golf tournament
City Council
The City Council will consider resolutions to oppose a Tulare County zone change and California Senate Bill 9 regarding single-family residential density. The Council will also review the mid-year budget report and amendments for fiscal year 2020-2021. Additionally, the agenda includes a COVID-19 update and an appointment to the Public Safety Commission.
- Resolution opposing Tulare County Zone Change (PZC 20-001 (Orozco))
- Resolution opposing California Senate Bill 9 density increases
- Fiscal Year 2020-2021 mid-year budget report and amendments
- Appointment of Felipe Martinez to the Public Safety Commission
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting notices of completion for the South College Avenue and SJVRR crossing improvements and the Autumn Gate Phase 2 subdivision. The Council will also consider authorizing a business assistance program for local businesses impacted by COVID-19.
- Completion of South College Avenue and SJVRR Crossing Improvements ($606,367.91)
- Completion of Autumn Gate Phase 2 Subdivision improvements
- Authorization to initiate a Business Assistance Program for COVID-19 impacts
- Application for CDBG-CV2 and CDBG-CV3 federal grant funding
- Review of rotational towing agreement fee adjustments
City Council
The City Council will consider a contract award for the North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project. The agenda also includes a request to increase grant funds for this project by $699,800. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing regarding potential projects for federal coronavirus response funding.
- $3,613,169.50 contract award to Agee Construction Corporation for North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project
- $699,800 increase in CDBG grant funds for the North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project
- Easement acquisition for the Alta/Nebraska Avenue Roundabout and Nebraska Avenue Widening Project
- Adoption of the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
- $500 sponsorship for the Dinuba Woman's Club fundraising event
City Council
The Dinuba City Council will review the completion of the Well No. 21 Casing Hammer Test Well project. The council will also swear in three new police officers and approve guidelines for the CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the FY 2019/20 Development Impact Fee Annual Report.
- Completion of Well No. 21 Casing Hammer Test Well project ($112,170)
- Oath of office for Police Officers Keri Babcock, Jacob Aguilar, and Thomas Leonard
- Approval of guidelines for the CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program
- Public hearing for the FY 2019/20 Development Impact Fee Annual Report
- Agreement with Health Management Associates for ambulance reimbursements