California City public meetings in 2025

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The council will consider a resolution updating the salary schedule to create a Deputy City Manager/City Clerk role, raise the mandated minimum wage, and fund the new position in the FY 25/26 budget. Additional items include approving a check register, adopting a grant application resolution for off‑highway vehicle recreation funds, and reviewing a request from the SDI Advisory Committee.

• Resolution to add Deputy City Manager/City Clerk position to FY 25/26 budget
• Resolution to update salary schedule and mandated minimum wage
• Approval of City Check Register dated 12/05/25‑12/18/25
• Adoption of Resolution No. 25‑3191 for Off‑Highway Vehicle Recreation grant funding
• Discussion of SDI Advisory Committee’s formal request for review

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The California City Council will consider adopting Resolution No. 25-3188 to authorize an agreement with the County of Kern for fire protection duties and enforcement of State Fire Marshal regulations. It will also consider Resolution No. 25-3189, which would let the City Manager contract Nichols Consulting for a fixed fee not to exceed $8,000 over three years ending June 30, 2027. In addition, the Council will discuss a Letter of Intent from the Echols Group and hold closed‑session conferences on existing litigation and fire‑union labor negotiations.

• Resolution 25-3188: authorize fire protection and State Fire Marshal enforcement agreement with Kern County
• Resolution 25-3189: authorize City Manager to contract Nichols Consulting for up to $8,000 for three years (ending 6/30/2027)
• Letter of Intent – Echols Group: Council to discuss and provide direction
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on litigation (Lamberth v. California City; Vincent v. California City)
• Closed session: conference with fire unions labor negotiators

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss a proposal from Kern County Fire to provide fire protection services. This follows budget challenges and the 2024 loss of Measure C, which previously funded public safety.

• Discussion of Kern County Fire proposal for fire services
• Approval of City Check Register dated 10/10/25-10/23/25

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will vote on several resolutions, including authorizing the Police Department to proceed with AT&T for a 9‑1‑1 emergency phone system upgrade, approving an Earthscope lease for GPS stations at the city airport, adopting a rate‑study process for new water and wastewater rates, and accepting Belfor proposals to clean the Public Works yard. Routine items on the consent calendar—such as the City Check Register, meeting minutes, and a resolution reprioritizing an AES clean‑energy donation—will also be approved. Staff reports on a Housing Element certification update, a CoreCivic immigrant detention facility hearing, and the council meeting schedule for November‑December will be received but require no immediate action.

• Resolution 25‑3180: Authorize Police Department to proceed with AT&T for 9‑1‑1 system upgrade
• Resolution 25‑3179: Approve Earthscope Lease Agreement for GPS stations at California City Airport
• Resolution 25‑3167: Approve process of setting new water and wastewater division rates via rate study
• Resolution 25‑3164: Approve Belfor proposals to clean the Public Works yard
• Consent calendar: approve City Check Register, meeting minutes, and Resolution 25‑3181 reprioritizing AES Clean Energy Donation

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss a censure resolution against Councilmember Michael Hurles and decide on several high-value contracts and insurance expenditures. The body is also considering the creation of a Department of Cannabis Management and declaring a local emergency due to September flooding.

• Censure resolution against Councilmember Michael Hurles for Municipal Code violations
• Expenditure up to $1,530,000 for general liability insurance coverage
• Contract for $397,889.70 to Rain Deck, Llc. for a Commercial Recirculating Splash Pad Project
• Expenditure up to $725,535 for Price Paige and Company Accountancy Corporation services
• Resolution to create the Department of Cannabis Management

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss updating a memorandum of understanding with the Kern Council of Governments regarding electric vehicle ready communities. The body will also consider proposals for fire debris cleanup at the public yard and the adoption of a police reserve job description.

• Resolution 25-3163: Amendment to MOU with Kern Council of Governments for EV Ready Communities Phase II
• Resolution 25-3164: Approval of Belfor proposals to clean up fire debris and damage from the public yard
• Resolution 25-3141: Adoption of job description for Police Reserve
• Approval of City Check Register dated 9/5/2025- 9/18/2025
• Closed session regarding four matters of anticipated and existing litigation, including Song, et al. v. City of California City

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will decide whether to appoint members or call a special election for two vacancies, with a potential election date of June 2, 2026. The body will also discuss the city's financial issues and a contract for engineering services.

• Special election for two council vacancies (proposed date June 2, 2026) or appointment of members
• Contract with BHT Engineering, Inc. for on-call professional engineering services
• Discussion and direction regarding the city's financial issues and a neutral evaluation process
• Direction regarding a $5,000.00 grant from the African American Mayor’s Association
• Approval of City Check Registers for periods between 7/18/25 and 9/4/25

PARK AND RECREATION COMMISSION

The agenda for this special meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. There are no specific projects, contracts, or ordinances listed for decision or discussion.

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will consider staff recommendations to interview and appoint two new council members for seats vacated by Mayor Pro Tem Jesse Hightower and Councilmember Michael Kulikoff. No formal action is required on other agenda items. Public comments are limited to three minutes and will not be debated. The meeting also includes routine announcements and procedural items.

• Staff report recommending appointment of two council members to fill vacancies
• Public comment period (3‑minute limit per speaker, no council response)
• Councilmember comments and agenda requests (no formal action)
• Standard procedural items (call to order, pledge, roll call, adjournment)

PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING

The Planning Commission adopted its agenda and considered consent calendar items, approving the July 1, 2025 minutes and failing to approve the August 5, 2025 minutes. Staff presented an update on the 2023‑2031 Housing Element site inventory, noting no rezoning will occur and that the public comment period for the third draft ends on September 2, 2025. Minor site plan requests for Domino’s Pizza, a dog‑grooming facility, and a pharmacy were noted as approved or under review, but no formal action was taken on them.

• Approve minutes from 07‑01‑2025 (approved 5‑0)
• Approve minutes from 08‑05‑2025 (motion failed)
• Public comment period for Housing Element third draft (ends Sep 2, 2025)
• Update on Housing Element site inventory – no rezoning planned
• Minor SPR approvals: Domino’s Pizza (approved), Barking Lot (approved), CalCity Pharmacy (under review)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will interview and appoint two new members to fill vacancies left by Mayor Pro Tem Jesse Hightower and Councilmember Michael Kulikoff. The body will also discuss the city's financial issues and a potential neutral evaluation process.

• Appointment of two new City Council members
• Contract with BHT Engineering, Inc. for on-call professional engineering services through 06-30-2030
• Approval of City Check Registers for 07/18/2025-08/21/2025
• Discussion on city financial issues and neutral evaluation process
• Closed session regarding litigation (Justin Vincent, Case No. BCV-25-102867) and labor negotiations with Miscellaneous Union

SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will consider filling two vacant seats after the resignations of Mayor Pro Tem Jesse Hightower and Councilmember Michael Kulikoff. Staff recommends the council discuss, interview, and appoint two new members, with the vacancy required to be filled by appointment or special election by September 6 2025. The meeting also includes routine consent‑calendar items, a motion to waive full‑text readings of resolutions and ordinances, and departmental reports on parks, off‑highway vehicles, housing, and planning.

• Discuss and appoint two new council members to replace Hightower and Kulikoff (vacancies must be filled by Sep 6 2025)
• Consent calendar: approve City Check Register dated 07/18/2025‑08/07/2025
• Motion to waive full‑text reading of all resolutions and ordinances at the start of the meeting
• OHV division grant awards: Ground Operations $704,917; Education & Safety $64,929; Law Enforcement $29,740
• Pool reopening schedule: open Aug 11‑Oct 11 2025 with specified daily hours

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss and take action to appoint two new members to fill seats vacated by Jesse Hightower and Michael Kulikoff. The body will also consider a contract for a commercial splash pad project.

• Appointment of two new City Councilmembers
• Contract award to Rain Deck, LLC for a commercial recirculating Splash Pad Project totaling $397,889.70
• Approval of City Check Register dated 07/18/2025-08/07/2025
• Closed session regarding two matters of anticipated litigation
• OHMVR Division Grant awards: $704,917 for Ground Operations, $64,929 for Education & Safety, and $29,740 for LE

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council, Housing Authority, and Successor Agency will meet for a special session. The meeting is primarily focused on a closed session regarding litigation exposure.

• Closed session regarding significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9, Subdivision(d)(1)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss options for filling vacancies left by the resignations of Mayor Pro Tem Jesse Hightower and Councilmember Michael Kulikoff. The body must decide whether to appoint new members or call for a special election by September 6, 2025.

• Discussion on appointing two new councilmembers to replace Jesse Hightower and Michael Kulikoff
• Proposed special election with an estimated cost of $50,000
• Proposed application timeline for appointments from July 15 to July 29, 2025
• Closed session regarding significant exposure to litigation

PLANNING COMMISSION

The Planning Commission will receive an update on the 2023–2031 Housing Element site inventory. The discussion focuses on addressing California Department of Housing and Community Development concerns regarding the adequacy and size of sites for lower-income housing.

• Update on 2023–2031 Housing Element site inventory and state law compliance
• Approval of meeting minutes from 08-06-2024 and 07-01-2025

PLANNING COMMISSION

The Planning Commission will discuss a staff proposal to rezone 11 parcels at the intersection of South Loop Blvd and California City Blvd from residential to Service Commercial (C4). The body will also receive updates on the Housing Element and the General Plan 2028 RFP status.

• Proposed rezoning of 11 parcels (APN 210-290-08 through 18) from R1 and RM1 to C4 Service Commercial
• Status update on the 6th Cycle Housing Element and coordination with HCD
• Status update on the General Plan 2028 Request For Proposal (RFP)
• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss whether to submit a tax measure to voters for the November 2025 Special Municipal Election. The body will also consider rate adjustments for waste services and water standby charges.

• Discussion on submitting a tax measure for the November 2025 Special Municipal Election
• Proposed 3.8% residential rate increase and other commercial fee adjustments from WM
• Proposed adoption of Resolution No. 25-3143 regarding Water Standby Charge for Fiscal Year 2025/-26
• Authorization to update the City’s Alcohol and Drug Policy
• Approval of City Check Register dated 06/20/2025-07/03/2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will meet to decide on the adoption of the FY 2025/2026 budget and discuss the establishment of a formal reserves policy. The meeting includes a closed session regarding existing and potential litigation.

• Adoption of Resolution No. 25-3145 for the FY 2025/2026 Budget
• Discussion on establishing a formal reserves policy for the City
• Payment of premiums, taxes, and fees to the Special District Risk Management Authority (SDRMA) for workers’ compensation
• Closed session regarding Davis v. California City (Case No. BCV-25-100895)
• Approval of City Check Register for 06/20/2025-07/03/2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2025-26 budget and establishing water standby charges for the same period. The body will also review a request for residential and commercial waste service rate increases from WM.

• Resolution No. 25-3143 to adopt water standby charges for FY 2025-26
• Adoption of the FY 25/26 Budget
• Proposed WM rate increases: 3.8% for residential and 3.8%/3.23% for commercial services
• Application for CMAQ funding for California City Blvd. pedestrian improvements
• Ordinance No. 25-827 modifying qualifications for the Potentially Dangerous Or Vicious Dog Review Board

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL MEETING 6/10/2025

The City Council will discuss the FY 25/26 Budget and consider several resolutions regarding police job descriptions and road funding. The meeting includes a closed session regarding potential litigation.

• Discussion and direction regarding the FY 25/26 Budget
• Resolution 25-3141 to create and amend police job descriptions for various roles including Police Officer Trainee and Police Reserve
• Authorization to apply for Kern COG Regional Surface Transportation (RSTP) funding for North Loop Blvd. rehabilitation from Poppy Blvd. to 90th St.
• Professional Services Agreement with Sapphos Environmental Inc.
• Approval of City Check Register dated 05/23/2025-06/05/2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Aspen Mall Lighting and Landscape District assessments and unmet transit needs. The body is also deciding on several contracts, a cannabis tax repayment, and the removal of the Mayor Pro Tempore.

• Public hearing to levy and collect assessments for the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District for FY 25/26
• Proposed $250,000 Department of Homeland Security grant for the State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program
• Proposed resolution for California City Cannabis Company, LLC to pay $75,744 in cannabis business tax
• Proposed $24,200 task order to BHT for the design of the Vivian Place water mains replacement project
• Proposed $33,000 payment to Southwest Voter Registration Education Projects (SVREP)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting a district map and changing the election method for council members. The body will also hear an appeal regarding a $75,744 cannabis business tax determination.

• Public hearing on changing City Council elections from at-large to by district
• Appeal of a $75,744 cannabis business tax determination by California City Cannabis Company, LLC
• Proposed $24,200 task order for Vivian Place water mains replacement design
• Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-850 amending the Residential Tiny and Small Homes Overlay Zone
• Appointment of Gesele McBroom-Marsh and Della Clark to the Planning Commission

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The California City Council will hold a third public hearing to gather input on draft district maps and the proposed sequence of elections for a district‑based council. The council will also move items on the consent calendar, adopt the FY 24/25 budget, and consider a resolution authorizing a forensic audit of the SDI Fund with a spend limit of $300,000. Additional agenda items include lease amendments and a land‑use agreement for the farmer’s market.

• Third public hearing on draft district maps and election sequence
• Consent calendar approvals: city check register, meeting minutes, law‑enforcement liability insurance premium, T‑Mobile lease amendment, REACH farmer’s market land‑use agreement
• Adoption of the FY 24/25 budget
• Resolution authorizing a forensic audit of the SDI Fund up to $300,000 with Engel and Engel, LLP
• Other routine items and reports (fire department vehicle updates, department statistics)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will hold a public hearing to receive input on transitioning to district-based council elections. The body will also consider a resolution stating the city has no unmet transit needs.

• Public hearing on transition to districts for district-based council elections
• Resolution No 25-3113 regarding Unmet Transit Needs
• Resolution No. 25-3114 for California State Parks Grants Cooperative Agreement Program (OHV Recreation)
• Discussion on IT services and strategic planning for FY 25/26 Budget
• Approval of City Check Register dated 02/21/2025-03/06/2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will hold a public hearing to gather input on the number and composition of districts for council elections. The body will also discuss a budget shortfall and the loss of revenue related to Measure C.

• Public hearing on composition and number of districts for district-based council elections
• Discussion on budget shortfall and loss of revenue associated with Measure C
• Resolution to declare results of the November 5, 2024 municipal election
• Agreements with the Department of Fee and Tax Administration (CDTFA) to implement Transaction and Use Tax
• Approval of City Check Register for 02/07/2025-02/20/2025

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The council will consider routine approvals on the consent calendar and decide on several public‑works items. It will vote to accept the lowest responsive bid and award a $816,816 contract to Westrock General Engineering for the Redwood Blvd project, including a $81,682 contingency. The council will also adopt Ordinance No. 25-3106 amending meeting provisions and discuss a resolution to spend up to $80,000 for district‑based election transition services.

• Award contract to Westrock General Engineering for Redwood Blvd project – $816,816 (plus $81,682 contingency) (CC4)
• Accept notice of completion for Hacienda Blvd rehabilitation and release 5% retention (CC3)
• Accept notice of completion for Balsitis Park Playground and Basketball Court project (CC5)
• Adopt Ordinance No. 25-3106 amending Section 2‑1.402 of the Municipal Code (first reading) (CB3)
• Approve resolution to allocate up to $80,000 for district‑based election transition services (NB3)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will decide on several public works contracts and infrastructure completions. The body is also discussing a transition from at-large to district-based elections and amendments to the Tiny & Small Home District Ordinance.

• Contract award of $816,816.00 to Westrock General Engineering for Redwood Blvd. project
• Proposed contract up to $80,000 with Redistricting Partners for district election transition
• Notice of completion for Hacienda Blvd. Rehabilitation and Balsitis Park Playground and Basketball Court
• Proposed ordinance to amend garage size limitations in the Tiny & Small Home District
• Proposed security camera system for the Public Works Yard funded by AES donations

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The California City Council will vote on two consent calendar items: approving the City Check Register for Jan. 10‑23, 2025, and reinstating the Planning Commission. A staff report (AB 1234) will be presented for the council to discuss and set direction on City Attorney services. The closed session will include a conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation and a conference with labor negotiators. No formal actions are scheduled beyond the consent calendar approvals.

• CC1 – Approve City Check Register dated 01/10/2025‑01/23/2025
• CC2 – Final Resolution to reinstate the Planning Commission
• NB1 – Staff report (AB 1234) recommending council discuss direction for City Attorney services
• CS1 – Closed session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (Gov. Code 54956.9(d)(2))
• CS2 – Closed session conference with labor negotiators (Gov. Code 54957.6)

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will meet to discuss and provide direction to staff regarding legal services. The body will also consider reinstating the Planning Commission and approving the city check register.

• Discussion on direction for City Attorney services
• Final Resolution to reinstate the Planning Commission
• Approval of City Check Register dated 01/10/2025-01/23/2025
• Closed session conference with Misc Employees Association labor negotiators

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council and Successor Agency are meeting to adopt Resolution No. SA 25-3102. This action approves the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 25-26) for the period of July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026.

• Proposed adoption of Resolution No. SA 25-3102
• Total requested funding of $820,840 from the Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund
• 2014 Tax Allocation Bond Debt Service payment of $740,363
• Administrative Allocation of $50,000 for City Manager, Finance, and City Clerk offices
• Corrected PPA Adjustment of $26,977

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will consider approving the purchase of a skid steer and dump trailer for the OHV program, as well as safety equipment for the wastewater treatment plant. The meeting also includes a closed session regarding potential litigation and the adoption of resolutions for cannabis business tax appeals.

• Purchase of 2024 325G Compact Track Skid Steer up to $96,855.00
• Purchase of Big Tex Dump Trailer for $11,407.09
• Adoption of resolutions memorializing cannabis business tax determinations owed by Herbs Cali Krush ($26,172.72) and Regal Green Remedies ($15,691.04)
• Approval of Notice of Completion for SB1 Redwood Blvd S Frontage Rd Rehabilitation Project
• Engagement of Diamond IT for security monitoring at the Public Works Yard

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The council will vote on two resolutions requiring Herbs Cali Krush, Inc. to pay $26,172.72 and Regal Green Remedies, Inc. to pay $15,691.04 for cannabis business taxes. It will also consider routine consent‑calendar items such as equipment purchases for the OHV program and project completion notices, and discuss new business items including a camera purchase for Borax Bill Park, an executive management consultant agreement, and security monitoring for the Public Works yard. A closed‑session segment will address ongoing litigation matters.

• Adopt resolution for Herbs Cali Krush, Inc. to pay $26,172.72 to the City
• Adopt resolution for Regal Green Remedies, Inc. to pay $15,691.04 to the City
• Approve purchase of grant‑funded 2024 325G Compact Track Skid Steer up to $96,855 (including $20,000 match)
• Approve purchase of Big Tex Dump Trailer quote $11,407.09 (grant award up to $15,000)
• Approve purchase of additional cameras for Borax Bill Park for $4,420

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will discuss the reinstatement of the Planning Commission and the adoption of resolutions regarding cannabis business taxes. The body is also reviewing several grant-funded equipment purchases and professional service agreements.

• Proposed resolutions for cannabis taxes owed by Herbs Cali Krush, Inc. ($26,172.72) and Regal Green Remedies, Inc. ($15,691.04)
• Purchase of a 2024 325G Compact Track Skid Steer for the OHV Program not to exceed $96,855.00
• Purchase of a Big Tex Dump Trailer for $11,407.09
• Purchase of cameras for Borax Bill Park from Digitech for $4,420.00
• Acceptance of completed work for SB1 Redwood Blvd S Frontage Rd Rehabilitation Project

CITY COUNCIL MEETING

The City Council will consider adopting two resolutions that memorialize tax determinations requiring Herbs Cali Krush, Inc. to pay $26,172.72 and Regal Green Remedies, Inc. to pay $15,691.04 to the City. Additional items include approval of grant‑funded equipment purchases for the OHV program, acceptance of completed public works projects, and discussion of new security and consulting contracts.

• Adopt resolution for Herbs Cali Krush, Inc. tax payment of $26,172.72
• Adopt resolution for Regal Green Remedies, Inc. tax payment of $15,691.04
• Approve purchase of grant‑funded 2024 325G Compact Track Skid Steer up to $96,855.00 (includes $20,000 match)
• Approve purchase of grant‑funded Big Tex Dump Trailer quote of $11,407.09 (not to exceed $15,000 grant)
• Approve purchase of additional cameras for Borax Bill Park for $4,420.00