Dinuba public meetings in 2023
18 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will review a public hearing regarding a 99-lot residential subdivision at Los Prados. Additional items include authorizations for active transportation grant funds, wastewater removal contracts, and budget amendments for the Alta/Kamm Roundabout project.
- Public hearing for Los Prados: 99 single family residential lots, a 1.1-acre park, and three out-lots
- Resolution to access $833,000 in Active Transportation Planning grant funds for engineering and environmental work
- Contract award of $70,000 to Holloway Environmental Solutions, LLC for annual biosolids removal
- Resolution to submit a grant application for up to $100,000 for alternative fuel vehicles
- Budget amendment of $1,000,000 for the Alta/Kamm Roundabout construction project
City Council
The City Council will discuss installing solar streetlights in residential developments to mitigate PG&E installation delays. A public hearing is scheduled regarding an urgency ordinance for a daytime curfew for minors. The council will also review several routine items, including a $10M groundwater project grant and a new ambulance donation.
- Public hearing for Urgency Ordinance No. 2023-07 regarding a daytime curfew for minors
- Discussion on solar streetlight installation options for the Castro Phase 2 & 3 subdivision
- Authorization to purchase a new compact dump truck for $90,184 from Jim Manning Dodge
- Approval of a $10M state grant for the Dinuba Wellfield Groundwater project
- Acceptance of a $310,427 donation from Alta Healthcare District for a new ambulance
City Council
The City Council will consider accepting the completed Senior Center Reroof Project. The agenda also includes a review of the September 26 meeting minutes and the city's recent warrant register for payments made between September 29 and October 6, 2023.
- Senior Center Reroof Project completion: $182,374.00 total cost
- Approval of September 26, 2023 City Council meeting minutes
- Review of Warrant Register for September 29 and October 6, 2023
- Closed session discussion regarding a liability claim by Anna Nevarez
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding proposed adjustments to water and sewer utility rates effective October 2, 2023, and annually through 2027. The agenda also includes the introduction of new police personnel and several routine consent calendar items. Other business involves a PG&E utility easement and community event sponsorships.
- Public hearing for water and sewer utility rate adjustments (Resolutions 2023-49 and 2023-50)
- Granting of a 10-foot wide public utility easement to PG&E south of Sierra Avenue
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 2023-06 regarding 'Shopping Carts'
- $1,000 sponsorship for the Kiwanis Bilingual Multi-Cultural Event
- Waiving a $220 park rental fee for Latino Health Awareness Month Celebration
City Council
The Council will hold public hearings regarding the continuation of a public safety sales tax and a focused General Plan update. The agenda also includes a $4,438,501.00 contract award for a roundabout project and a neighborhood revitalization study.
- Public hearing on continuing the 0.75% Public Safety Sales Tax
- Conditional $4,438,501.00 contract award for Kamm and Alta Avenue Roundabout Project
- $179,020 agreement with 4Creeks, Inc. for South of El Monte Way revitalization study
- Adoption of the Focused General Plan Update and Environmental Impact Report
- Introduction of an ordinance regarding shopping carts
City Council
The Council will receive an informational presentation on the Focused General Plan Update regarding land use and circulation. The meeting also includes the adoption of 2023 water and sewer rates and several contract approvals. Public hearings are scheduled for upcoming community development grant applications.
- Contract award to On Top Roofing for Dinuba Senior Center Re-Roof Project ($121,174.00)
- Purchase of a John Deere 50G Compact Excavator from Pape Machinery ($92,470)
- Agreement with Sweeping Corporation of America for street sweeping services ($186,650)
- Notice of completion for Entertainment Plaza Restroom Improvements ($327,205.18 total)
- Adoption of the 2023 Water and Sewer Rate Study Report
City Council
The City Council is considering a resolution to apply for up to $500,000 in state funding for sewer and wastewater improvements. The council will also review a property sale agreement with MB Developers, LLC for a new Chipotle Mexican Grill. Additionally, the meeting includes an industrial disability retirement.
- Resolution 2023-37: Application for up to $500,000 for sewer and wastewater improvements
- Property sale agreement with MB Developers, LLC for a Chipotle Mexican Grill
- Industrial disability retirement of Jason Kent
City Council
The City Council will vote on adopting the Fiscal Year 2023/24 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program. The council is also scheduled to consider an ordinance regarding prohibited activities in city parks and recreational facilities. Additionally, several contracts for street and park improvements are up for approval.
- Adoption of FY 2023/24 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
- Ordinance 2023-05 regarding prohibited activities in parks and public property
- $2,057,721 contract for safety improvements from Avison Construction, Inc.
- $2,088,095 contract for street reconstruction projects from Avison Construction, Inc.
- $536,342.85 contract for street rehabilitation from Pavement Coatings Company
City Council
The City Council will review the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2023/24. The council is also considering an ordinance regarding unauthorized encampments and prohibited activities on public property. Additionally, several contracts for landscaping and park improvements are up for approval.
- Introduction of Ordinance No. 2023-05 regarding unauthorized encampments and prohibited activities
- Contract award to Clean Cut Landscaping Maintenance, Inc. in the amount of $258,996.00
- Contract award to Courts and Greens, a Corporation for KC Vista Park Improvements ($418,551.70)
- Agreement with Dinuba Unified School District for Senior Meals totaling $80,275
- Annual levy of Landscape and Lighting Districts assessments for Fiscal Year 2023/24
City Council
The City Council will review the preliminary budget for the 2023/24 fiscal year. The council will also consider a zoning change on Englehart Avenue and new prohibited activities in public parks. Additionally, staff may seek proposals to outsource street sweeping services.
- Presentation of the preliminary FY 2023/24 budget
- $7,000 sponsorship for 'Cars in the Park' Car Show and Cruise Night
- Zoning change on Englehart Avenue (Ordinance No. 2023-03)
- New prohibited activities in public parks (Urgency Ordinance No. 2023-04)
- Request for proposals to outsource street sweeping services
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the Montebella Phase 2/3 subdivision map, which proposes 121 single-family lots. The council will also conduct a work session on a utility rates study. Additionally, several contracts and resolutions related to road repairs and city services are up for approval.
- Public hearing for Montebella Phase 2/3 subdivision map including 121 single-family lots
- Contract award to On Top Roofing for $50,000 for Sportsplex roof repairs
- Pyrotechnics contract with Fireworks America for $20,000 for Independence Day
- Professional services agreement with Townsend Public Affairs at up to $5,500 per month
- Resolution authorizing a $325,359 claim to the Tulare County Association of Governments
City Council
The City Council is considering several infrastructure projects, including street improvements on Road 74 and restroom upgrades at the Entertainment Plaza. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding adjustments to city fees, charges, and fines. Additionally, the council will review easement changes for the Sequoia Apartment Complex project.
- $472,348 contract for Road 74 Street Improvements Project
- $313,952.90 contract for Entertainment Plaza Restroom Improvements Project
- Public hearing on annual adjustments to city fees, charges, and fines
- Easement changes for the Sequoia Apartment Complex project
- Reallocation of opioid settlement payments to Tulare County
City Council
The Council will consider an agreement with Tulare County to extend a water main approximately 1,300 feet south of city limits. Under this proposal, the County would pay for design and construction costs while the City manages future maintenance. The agenda also includes discussions on user fee updates and upcoming community events.
- Water main extension agreement with Tulare County near Alta/Kamm Avenue Roundabout
- Right-of-way acquisition for the Kamm/Alta Avenue Roundabout (Resolution 2023-13)
- Co-sponsorship of the Cinco de Mayo event at Rose Ann Vuich Park
- Discussion regarding citywide user fee updates
- Registration and brewery fees for the first annual Dinuba BBQ Fest
City Council
The meeting consists of procedural items and a goal setting work session. The council will also allow public comments on matters not listed on the agenda.
- Goal setting work session
City Council
The City Council is considering a $286,515 property acquisition for the Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundabout project. The council will also review development agreements for the 63-lot Vineyard Estates Subdivision. Additionally, staff will present mid-year budget reports and updates on the Housing Element.
- $286,515 property acquisition for the Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundobout
- Final map approval for Vineyard Estates Subdivision (63 residential lots)
- Public hearing for the Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundabout Project Mitigated Negative Declaration
- Adoption of budget amendments for Fiscal Year 2022/2023
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a resolution to purchase right-of-way for the Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundabout project. The agenda also includes a $1,500,000 grant application for the CalHOME Program and various community sponsorships.
- Right-of-way agreements for Alta and Kamm Avenue Roundabout
- $1,500,000 CalHOME Program funding application
- $750 sponsorship for Chamber of Commerce Awards Banquet
- $500 sponsorship for Dinuba Woman's Club fundraising event
- Notice of Completion for Sierra Village Phase 2 improvements
City Council
The City Council will review several items including the adoption of the 2022 California Fire Code and updated fireworks regulations. The meeting also includes consideration of an auditing services contract and speed limit changes from a recent traffic survey.
- Awarding auditing services contract to Badawi and Associates for an average annual cost of $55,158
- Authorizing encroachment agreements with Alta Irrigation District for the Dinuba High School project
- Adopting Resolution No. 2022-04 to use $100,000 in COPS Grant funds for a police officer salary
- Approving Ordinance No. 2023-01 to adopt the 2022 California Fire Code
- Approving Ordinance No. 2023-02 regarding fireworks permitting and enforcement
City Council
The City Council will consider using $385,000 in Measure R funds for a new roundabout project. The agenda also includes discussions regarding adjustments to council member stipends and public hearings on fire and fireworks ordinances.
- Authorization of $385,000 in Measure R funds for the Avenue 416 and Road 56 Roundabout Project design
- Purchase of two HVAC units for City Hall totaling $44,141
- Notice of completion for the El Monte Way Sewer Main Replacement Project costing $240,461.72
- Public hearing on adopting the 2022 California Fire Code with local amendments
- Resolution to amend the salary schedule following minimum wage increases