Tehachapi public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will approve routine consent items, adopt an updated city records retention schedule, and authorize payments for recent disbursements. The council will receive the City of Tehachapi investment report and a development services report on the Dennison Road pedestrian facilities project. It will also consider emergency abatement actions at 706 East Tehachapi Boulevard. Finally, the council will adopt Ordinance No. G‑9359, amending the municipal building code and related county codes.

• Adopt updated Records Retention Schedule (repeal Resolution No. 11‑21)
• Authorize payments for disbursements and bills (Nov 26–Dec 10, 2025)
• Receive City of Tehachapi Investment Report through November 2025
• Adopt Ordinance No. G‑9359 amending building regulations and related codes
• Approve emergency abatement actions at 706 East Tehachapi Boulevard

The council adopted Ordinance No. 25-06-784, amending the city’s building regulations and municipal code section 15.04.160 to align with County of Kern updates. It also adopted Resolution No. 34-25 updating the city’s records retention schedule. Authorized payments for November‑December 2025 and the November investment report were approved. Closed‑session minutes from December 7 were approved and filed.

• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-06-784 updating building code (unanimous approval)
• Adopted Resolution No. 34-25 updating records retention schedule (unanimous approval)
• Authorized November‑December 2025 payments (unanimous approval)
• Approved receipt of November 2025 investment report (unanimous approval)
• Approved notice of completion for Dennison Road pedestrian facilities (informational, unanimous)
• Approved notice of completion for Valley Improvements projects (informational, unanimous)
• Approved and filed closed‑session minutes of December 7 (unanimous approval)
• Recorded conference with legal counsel regarding anticipated litigation (report only)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider a site plan review and conditional use permit for Tehachapi Vineyard Church. The body will also review a sign application for the Tehachapi Unified School District.

• Architectural Design and Site Plan Review No. 2025-05 and Conditional Use Permit 2025-01 for Tehachapi Vineyard Church
• Sign Application No. 2025-20 for a non-illuminated monument sign at 690 West Valley Boulevard (Tehachapi Unified School District)

The commission approved the minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting. It approved Sign Application No. 2025-20 for the Tehachapi Unified School District. It adopted Resolution No. 25-05, approving the architectural design and site‑plan review and conditional use permit for the Tehachapi Vineyard Church. The consent agenda was also approved.

• Approved consent agenda (motion carried)
• Approved minutes from September 8, 2025 (motion carried)
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025-20 for Tehachapi Unified School District (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-05 approving Architectural Design and Site Plan Review No. 2025-05 and Conditional Use Permit No. 2025-01 for Tehachapi Vineyard Church (motion carried)

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will consider routine items such as approving prior meeting minutes, authorizing record destruction, and reviewing finance disbursements and the investment report. It will also approve a notice of completion for the Mountain Top Storage project and take up a development/reimbursement agreement for the East Tehachapi Lift Station. Finally, the council will conduct the first reading of a comprehensive ordinance amendment to the city’s building regulations.

• Approve minutes for the November 17, 2025 meeting (item 3).
• Adopt resolution to destroy certain city records (item 4).
• Authorize disbursements and bills for November 13‑25, 2025 (item 5).
• Approve development/reimbursement agreement with Bhavjinder Singh and Arvinder Singh for the East Tehachapi Lift Station (item 8).
• First reading of ordinance amending building‑code provisions (item 9).

The council unanimously approved a development and reimbursement agreement with Bhavjinder Singh and Arvinder Singh for the East Tehachapi Lift Station and authorized the mayor to sign it. It also adopted a resolution to destroy certain city records, approved the notice of completion for the Mountain Top Storage project, and gave a first reading of an ordinance amending multiple building‑code chapters. Closed‑session minutes were approved and filed.

• Approved development/reimbursement agreement for East Tehachapi Lift Station (unanimous Ayes)
• Adopted Resolution No. 33-25 to authorize destruction of certain city records (unanimous Ayes)
• Approved notice of completion for Mountain Top Storage architectural design & site plan (unanimous Ayes)
• Authorized payments for November 13‑25, 2025 disbursements (unanimous Ayes)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending building‑code chapters (unanimous Ayes)
• Approved and filed closed‑session minutes of November 17, 2025 (unanimous Ayes)
• Received City of Tehachapi Investment Report through October 2025 (unanimous Ayes)
• Approved minutes for council and related agency meetings (approved and filed)

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will consider several routine items, including approval of the October meeting minutes and payment authorizations. Council members will conduct a swearing‑in ceremony for two new police officers. Public presentations will cover Breast Cancer Awareness follow‑up, upcoming holiday events, and a special event application for the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade. The council will also vote on the City Hall roof and HVAC replacement agreement.

• Swearing‑in of Police Officers Christopher Manriquez and Juan Garcia‑Lopez (oath and badge pinning)
• Approve City Hall Roof and HVAC Replacement Project contract for $116,238.95, with change orders up to $23,247.79
• Approve Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade special event application and associated street closures
• Approve minutes for the Oct. 20, 2025 regular meeting of City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Financing Corporation
• Authorize payments for disbursements and bills dated Oct. 16‑Nov. 12, 2025

The council approved the consent agenda and authorized payments for October‑November expenses. It approved the Greater Tehachapi Chamber of Commerce Christmas Parade special event and the City Hall roof and HVAC replacement project, allowing change orders up to 20% of the contract. The council rejected a claim by Russell Morthorpe and approved a closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation.

• Consent agenda approved (Sm/Da motion carried)
• Authorized payments for Oct 16‑Nov 12, 2025 disbursements (Sm/Da motion carried)
• Christmas Parade special event application approved, subject to manager and attorney approval (Sm/Da motion carried)
• City Hall roof and HVAC replacement project approved for $116,238.95; change orders up to 20% ($23,247.79) authorized (Da/Pa motion carried)
• Claim by Russell Morthorpe rejected (Sm/Po motion carried)
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation approved (Sm/Da motion carried)
• Minutes from Oct 20, 2025 meeting approved and filed
• Swearing‑in ceremony for Officers Christopher Manriquez and Juan Garcia‑Lopez completed

Planning Commission

The regular meeting scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council regular meeting scheduled for Monday, November 3, 2025 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. The meeting has been rescheduled for Monday, November 17, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Emergency Operations Center, 220 West C St., Tehachapi, California. No decisions or discussions will take place on the original date.

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will consider routine consent items, finance reports, and an emergency abatement at 313 South Robinson Street. It will adopt two ordinances: one establishing residential rental inspection and registration requirements, and another updating administrative fines, short‑term rental, garbage, and parking regulations. The council will also award the Tehachapi Boulevard Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements Project to S&B Sons, Inc. for $823,762.54 and reject all bids for the Mojave and Snyder Well Transmission Main Intertie Project.

• Award contract to S&B Sons, Inc. for Tehachapi Boulevard Pedestrian and Drainage Improvements Project – $823,762.54 (change orders up to $164,752.51 allowed)
• Reject all bids for the Mojave and Snyder Well Transmission Main Intertie Project
• Adopt ordinance revising rental property inspection and registration requirements (proposed TMC Chapter 8.72)
• Adopt ordinance updating administrative fines, short‑term rental, garbage, and parking regulations (TMC Chapters 1.16, 1.20, 8.68, 8.04, 10.28)
• Approve emergency abatement actions at 313 South Robinson Street

The council approved several items, including a city‑clerk report, disbursements for early October, and an emergency abatement at 313 South Robinson Street. It adopted two ordinances updating rental inspection rules and various code fines, penalties, and short‑term rental regulations. The council awarded a $823,762.54 contract to S&B Sons, Inc. for the Tehachapi Boulevard pedestrian and drainage improvements and rejected all bids for the Mojave and Snyder Well transmission project, directing a rebid.

• Approved City Clerk report (Sm/Pa unanimous ayes)
• Authorized disbursements and bills for Oct 1‑15 2025 (Sm/Pa unanimous ayes)
• Approved emergency abatement at 313 South Robinson Street (Sm/Pa unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑04‑782 revising residential rental inspection requirements (Da/Pa unanimous ayes)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25‑05‑783 and related resolutions updating fines, penalties, short‑term rentals, garbage, parking, and CEQA exemption (Sm/Ch unanimous ayes)
• Awarded $823,762.54 contract to S&B Sons, Inc. for Tehachapi Blvd pedestrian and drainage improvements; authorized change orders up to 20% ($164,752.51) (Sm/Ch unanimous ayes)
• Rejected all bids for Mojave and Snyder Well Transmission Main Intertie Project and instructed staff to rebid later (Sm/Ch unanimous ayes)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will discuss a request to modify the Tehachapi Hayes Mixed Use project at the southeast corner of East Tehachapi Boulevard and Hayes Street. The proposal seeks to reduce the retail space and adjust the size and number of residential units.

• Substantial Conformance No. 2025-03: Reduce non-residential space to 1,547 square feet
• Substantial Conformance No. 2025-03: Reduce total residential square footage to 11,527 square feet
• Substantial Conformance No. 2025-03: Change residential layout to eight units (seven 2-bedroom and one 3-bedroom accessible unit)
• Approval of minutes from the September 8, 2025 meeting

The commission approved the minutes from the September 8 meeting by unanimous vote. It then adopted Substantial Conformance No. 2025‑03 for the Tehachapi Hayes Mixed Use project, reducing the non‑residential portion to 1,547 sq ft and changing the residential units to eight units (seven two‑bedroom and one three‑bedroom accessible) totaling 11,527 sq ft. Both actions were recorded as unanimous approvals. The meeting adjourned at 6:32 p.m.

• Approved September 8 meeting minutes (unanimous)
• Adopted Substantial Conformance No. 2025‑03 for Hayes Mixed Use project (unanimous)

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will approve the September 15 meeting minutes and authorize payments for bills dated September 11‑30, 2025. Council members will conduct the first reading of an ordinance amending the Municipal Code to add residential rental property registration and inspection requirements (TMC Chapter 8.72) and related business license tax changes. A second ordinance will be read that updates administrative fines, short‑term rental rules, garbage, parking compliance, and includes a CEQA exemption finding. The closed session will address pending litigation matters.

• Approve and file minutes for the September 15, 2025 meeting
• Authorize payments for disbursements and bills from September 11‑30, 2025
• First reading of ordinance adding rental registration and inspection regulations (TMC Chapter 8.72) and business license tax changes (TMC Chapter 5.08)
• First reading of ordinance updating administrative fines, short‑term rental, garbage, and parking regulations with CEQA exemption
• Closed‑session conference with legal counsel on one potential and four existing litigation cases

The City Council approved the consent agenda and the September disbursement payments. It gave first‑reading approval to two new ordinances: one on residential rental registration and inspection, and another updating administrative fines, short‑term rental, garbage, and parking regulations. Closed‑session minutes from September 15 were also approved and filed.

• Consent agenda approved (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)
• September 11‑30 disbursements authorized (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)
• First reading approved for Rental Registration and Inspection Regulations ordinance (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)
• First reading approved for Administrative Fines and Enforcement ordinance (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)
• City Council minutes for September 15 approved and filed (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)
• Closed‑session minutes for September 15 approved and filed (motion carried by Councilmembers Chung and Davies)

City Council

The council will adopt a resolution setting aside a portion of the general fund balance for emergency contingencies for fiscal year 2024‑2025, repealing a prior resolution. It will also approve special event applications for the Thunder on the Mountain Car Show, the Tehachapi Apple Festival, the Apple Dash 5K, and Kids Day at the Museum, each with associated street closures. The council will approve a grant agreement with the FAA for the Southwest Diagonal Taxilane reconstruction design phase, and it will approve a memorandum of understanding with the Tehachapi Unified School District to provide a school resource officer.

• Adopt emergency contingency fund balance resolution for FY 2024‑2025 (repealing Resolution No. 02‑24)
• Approve Thunder on the Mountain Car Show special event and street closures
• Approve Tehachapi Apple Festival and Apple Dash 5K special events with street closures
• Approve grant agreement for Southwest Diagonal Taxilane reconstruction (design phase) with FAA
• Approve MOU with Tehachapi Unified School District for school resource officer

The council adopted Resolution No. 31‑25, committing a portion of the fund balance for emergency contingencies and repealing Resolution No. 02‑24. It also approved a grant agreement for the Southwest Diagonal Taxilane reconstruction design phase. Several special event applications—including the Thunder on the Mountain Car Show, the Tehachapi Apple Festival, Apple Dash 5K, and Kids Day at the Museum—were approved. A memorandum of understanding with the Tehachapi Unified School District for a School Resource Officer was also approved.

• Adopted Resolution No. 31‑25 committing fund balance for emergencies and repealing Resolution No. 02‑24 (unanimous)
• Approved grant agreement 3‑06‑0253‑025‑2025 for Southwest Diagonal Taxilane reconstruction design phase (unanimous)
• Approved special event application for Thunder on the Mountain Car Show (unanimous)
• Approved special event application for Tehachapi Apple Festival (unanimous)
• Approved special event application for Apple Dash 5K (unanimous)
• Approved special event application for Kids Day at the Museum (unanimous)
• Approved memorandum of understanding with Tehachapi Unified School District for School Resource Officer (unanimous)
• Authorized disbursements and bills for August 12 – September 10, 2025 (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a proposed resolution to remove the 'stealth' design requirement for an AT&T cell tower at 314 N. Hayes Street. The meeting also includes routine approvals of sign applications for Tacos La Villa and Earl’s V-Twin Motorcycle Services, and a vote to approve minutes from the April 14, 2025 meeting.

• Public hearing on AT&T Cell Tower Substantial Conformance No. 2025-02 at 314 N. Hayes Street
• Sign Application No. 2025-11 approval for Tacos La Villa at 620 West Tehachapi Boulevard
• Sign Application No. 2025-17 approval for Earl’s V-Twin Motorcycle Services at 1100 East Tehachapi Boulevard
• Vote to approve minutes from April 14, 2025 meeting
• Public comment period for any items within the Commission’s jurisdiction

The commission approved its consent agenda and filed the minutes from the August 11 meeting. It unanimously approved Sign Application No. 2025-11 for Tacos La Villa and Sign Application No. 2025-17 for Earl's V‑Twin Motorcycle Services. The commission also adopted Resolution No. 25-03, approving Substantial Conformance No. 2025-02 for the AT&T cell tower on 314 N. Hayes Street. The meeting was adjourned at 6:24 p.m.

• Approved consent agenda (unanimous)
• Approved and filed minutes from August 11, 2025 meeting (unanimous)
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025-11 – Tacos La Villa (unanimous)
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025-17 – Earl's V‑Twin Motorcycle Services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution No. 25-03 approving Substantial Conformance No. 2025-02 for AT&T cell tower (unanimous)

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and Financing Corporation meeting scheduled for September 2, 2025 was cancelled because no agenda items were submitted. The meeting has been rescheduled to September 15, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department, Emergency Operations Center, 220 West C St.

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract to Bowman Asphalt, Inc. for the Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) Valley 2 Improvements Project. The project involves rehabilitating approximately .45 miles of pavement on Valley Boulevard from Beech Street to Tucker Road.

• Proposed contract award to Bowman Asphalt, Inc. for $383,896.00
• Authorization for City Manager to approve change orders up to $76,779.20
• Installation of 500 linear feet of asphalt curb on Valley Boulevard from Beech Street to Griffin Street

The council approved the Regional Surface Transportation Program Valley 2 Improvements Project, awarding the contract to Bowman Asphalt, Inc. for $383,896. The City Manager was authorized to approve change orders up to 20% of the contract amount ($76,779.20). The motion was carried by Councilmember Chung (motion) and Councilmember Smith (second) with Councilmembers Pauer and Davies absent.

• Awarded RSTP Valley 2 Improvements Project to Bowman Asphalt, Inc. for $383,896 (motion carried)
• Authorized City Manager to approve change orders up to 20% of contract ($76,779.20)

City Council

The City Council will decide on several infrastructure contracts and equipment purchases. The meeting includes discussions on water system pressure stations and a proposed project list for the California State of Good Repair Program.

• Award bid for Dennison Road Pedestrian Facilities & Class II Bike Lane Project to Westrock General Engineering for $499,999.00
• Award Pressure Reducing Stations at Applewood, Pinon, and Hickory Project to HPS Mechanical, Inc. for $607,213.15
• Purchase of 2024 Ford F450 Bucket Truck for $134,660.33
• Agreement with Vortex Construction for Highline Tank Exterior Coating Project for $134,950.42
• Proposed project list for the California State of Good Repair Program Fiscal Year 2025-2026

The council approved a $607,213 budget from water‑fund reserves for pressure‑reducing stations at Applewood, Pinon, and Hickory, authorizing Mechanical, Inc. to perform the work. It also approved a $134,660 purchase of a Ford F450 bucket truck, a $134,950 exterior‑coating contract for the Highline Tank, and a $499,999 bike‑lane project on Dennison Road. Additional actions included authorizing the city manager to sign related agreements and directing the clerk to issue a taxicab permit after conditions are met.

• Approved Pressure Reducing Stations project $607,213 (Davies/Pogon‑Cord Ayes All)
• Approved Ford F450 bucket truck purchase $134,660.33 (Chung/Davies Ayes All)
• Approved Highline Tank exterior coating contract $134,950.42 (Chung/Pauer Ayes All)
• Approved Dennison Road bike‑lane project $499,999.00 (Smith/Chung Ayes All)
• Authorized city manager to sign amendment to Joint Powers Agreement (Smith/Pauer Ayes All)
• Directed city clerk to issue taxicab permit after conditions met (Smith/Pauer Ayes All)
• Authorized payments for July 31‑August 12, 2025 disbursements (Smith/Pauer Ayes All)
• Approved consent agenda (Smith/Pauer Ayes All)

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission will meet on August 11, 2025, to consider approving two sign applications for local businesses. The meeting will also include appointments for chairperson and vice-chairperson, public comment, and approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Approve Sign Application No. 2025-10 for Jaco Oil Company at 979 West Valley Boulevard and 798 Tucker Road
• Approve Sign Application No. 2025-13 for Burger Broz at 1001 West Tehachapi Boulevard
• Appointment of Planning Commission Chairperson
• Appointment of Planning Commission Vice-Chairperson
• Approve minutes from June 9, 2025 meeting

The Planning Commission appointed Commissioner Hollinsworth as chairperson and Commissioner Christensen as vice‑chairperson. Both appointments were approved unanimously. The commission approved sign applications for Jaco Oil Company (Application No. 2025‑10) and Burger Broz (Application No. 2025‑13). The minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting were approved and filed.

• Appointed Commissioner Hollinsworth as Chairperson (Ayes All)
• Appointed Commissioner Christensen as Vice‑Chairperson (Ayes All)
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025‑10 for Jaco Oil Company (Ayes All)
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025‑13 for Burger Broz (Ayes All)
• Approved and filed minutes for the June 9, 2025 meeting (Ayes All)

City Council

The City Council and associated agencies will meet to discuss updates to the municipal code regarding the Entertainment Zone and approve special event applications for the 62nd Annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival. The body will also review the disposition of city-owned property and a billboard license agreement.

• Resolution to amend Ordinance No. 25-02-780 and Municipal Code Section 12.10.030.A regarding the Entertainment Zone
• Special event applications and street closures for the 62nd Annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival, Parade, and Mountain Gallop 5K
• Resolution authorizing the disposition of city owned property
• Billboard license agreement between the City of Tehachapi and Vital Signs
• CEQA categorical exemption for the Water Pressure Zone Boundary Project

The council approved the special event application for the 62nd Annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival, authorizing street closures and related agreements. It also adopted resolutions to dispose of city‑owned property and transfer unclaimed check funds to the General Fund. Additional actions included approving a billboard license, an entertainment‑zone amendment, July disbursements, and a CEQA categorical exemption for the Water Pressure Zone Boundary Project.

• Consent agenda approved (motion carried by Councilmember Chung and Mayor Pro Tem Pauer)
• Adopted Resolution 26-25 authorizing disposition of city‑owned property (motion carried)
• Authorized July 2025 disbursements and bills (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution 27-25 transferring unclaimed check funds to the General Fund (motion carried)
• Approved Vital Signs billboard license agreement (motion carried)
• Approved Entertainment Zone amendment (Resolution 28-25) (motion carried)
• Approved special event application for the 62nd Annual Tehachapi Mountain Festival (motion carried)
• Adopted CEQA categorical exemption for the Water Pressure Zone Boundary Project (motion carried)

City Council

The regular meeting of the Tehachapi City Council and associated agencies scheduled for July 21, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission has cancelled its regular meeting on July 14, 2025, because no agenda items were submitted. The next meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Emergency Operations Center, 220 West C Street.

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to consider adopting the 6th Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element of the General Plan. The meeting also includes a presentation regarding a $3,000 sponsorship for Honor Flight Kern County.

• Public hearing for adoption of the 6th Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element
• Proposed $3,000 general fund sponsorship for Honor Flight Kern County
• Notice of Completion for the Beekay Theater Expansion Project
• Authorization of disbursements and bills from June 6, 2025, through July 2, 2025

The council approved and adopted Resolution No. 25‑25, adopting the 6th Cycle (2023‑2031) Housing Element of the General Plan after a public hearing. The motion was carried by Councilmember Davies and Mayor Pro Tem Pauer. The meeting also approved the Honor Flight Kern County sponsorship, authorized June disbursements, and approved the consent agenda and meeting minutes.

• Honor Flight Kern County sponsorship approved (Pa/Sm motion carried)
• Consent agenda approved (Sm/Pa motion carried)
• City Council minutes approved and filed (Sm/Pa motion carried)
• June disbursements and bills authorized (Sm/Pa motion carried)
• 6th Cycle (2023‑2031) Housing Element adopted (Da/Pa motion carried)
• Closed‑session minutes approved and filed (Po/Sm motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will appoint three members to the Planning Commission and consider a grant application for East Tehachapi Boulevard improvements. The body will also decide on amending the city purchasing system and terminating a water project agreement.

• Appointment of three Planning Commission members from applicants Barbara Minor, Kelley Ryan, and Daryl Christensen
• Grant application for Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) funding for East Tehachapi Boulevard
• Termination of Joint Agencies Agreement with Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District for the Snyder Well Project
• Ordinance amending the City of Tehachapi purchasing system
• Authorization of $596.50 for City Attorney attendance at the League of California Cities conference

The council approved the termination of the joint agencies agreement with Cummings County Water District for the Snyder Well Project. It also appointed three members to the Planning Commission, adopted a CMAQ funding resolution, and passed an ordinance amendment. Additional actions included authorizing emergency abatement at 120 North Curry Street, approving recent disbursements, and allowing the city attorney to attend a legal conference.

• Terminated joint agencies agreement for Snyder Well Project (motion carried)
• Appointed Barbara Minor, Kelley Ryan, and Daryl Christensen to Planning Commission (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 24-25 authorizing CMAQ program funding application (motion carried)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-03 amending Ordinance No. 17-04 (motion carried)
• Approved emergency abatement at 120 North Curry Street (motion carried)
• Authorized disbursements and bills for May 29–June 5, 2025 (motion carried)
• Authorized city attorney to attend League of California Cities Attorney Conference, cost $596.50 (motion carried)
• Approved closed‑session minutes of May 5, 2025 (motion carried)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will consider recommending the 6th Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element Draft 2 to the City Council. The body will also review sign applications and a site plan for a new business.

• Recommendation to City Council for adoption of 6th Cycle (2023-2031) Housing Element Draft 2
• Sign Application No. 2025-07 for Cycle and Go at 979 West Valley Boulevard
• Sign Application No. 2025-06 and Variance No. 2025-02 for 76, Roadrunner at 860 Magellan Drive
• Architectural Design & Site Plan Review No. 2025-02 for Tractor Supply

The commission approved the 6th Cycle (2023‑2031) Housing Element Draft 2 and recommended the City Council adopt it. It also approved Sign Application No. 2025‑07 for Cycle and Go at 979 West Valley Blvd, and Sign Application No. 2025‑06 with Variance No. 2025‑02 for 76 Roadrunner. Finally, the commission approved Architectural Design & Site Plan Review No. 2025‑02 (Tractor Supply) subject to conditions.

• Approved Housing Element Draft 2 (Resolution 25‑01) – unanimous yes votes
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025‑07 – Cycle and Go, 979 West Valley Blvd – unanimous yes votes
• Approved Sign Application No. 2025‑06 and Variance No. 2025‑02 for 76 Roadrunner – unanimous yes votes
• Approved Architectural Design & Site Plan Review No. 2025‑02 (Tractor Supply) – unanimous yes votes

City Council

The City Council will consider authorizing funding applications for the 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program and adopting a list of SB1 road repair projects for FY 2025/2026. The body is also reviewing an ordinance to amend the city's purchasing system.

• Introduction of an ordinance amending the City of Tehachapi purchasing system
• CEQA categorical exemption for the Tucker and Highline Round-A-Bout Project
• Funding applications for the 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program
• List of FY 2025/2026 projects funded by Senate Bill 1 (SB1)
• On-call agreement with Wallace Group for Fats, Oils, and Grease (FOG) and Industrial Waste Discharge (IWD) support

The council approved the consent agenda and authorized May disbursements. It also approved the first reading of an ordinance amendment, adopted a CEQA categorical exemption for the Tucker and Highline Round‑A Bout project, adopted resolutions to file applications for the 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program and to list SB‑1 road‑repair projects for FY 2025/26, and approved an on‑call agreement for fats, oils, grease and industrial waste support.

• Consent agenda approved (motion carried)
• May 14‑28 disbursements authorized (motion carried)
• First reading of ordinance amendment No. 17‑04‑74 approved (motion carried)
• CEQA categorical exemption for Tucker and Highline Round‑A Bout project adopted (motion carried)
• Resolution No. 21‑25 adopting 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program application adopted (motion carried)
• Resolution No. 22‑25 adopting SB‑1 road‑repair projects list for FY 2025/26 adopted (motion carried)
• On‑call agreement for fats, oils, grease and industrial waste approved, mayor authorized to sign (motion carried)
• Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Financing Corporation minutes approved and filed (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will consider a three-year agreement with the Tehachapi Police Officers Association and adopt the city budget for fiscal year 2025/26. The meeting also includes the adoption of a preliminary five-year budget and a new city-wide salary schedule.

• Police MOU: 5% salary increases for 2025-2028 (or COLA if higher), $1.00/hour night shift differential, and longevity bonuses up to $10,000
• Adoption of the 2025/26 budget and preliminary budgets through 2029/30
• Establishment of a new salary plan for city service position classifications
• Approval of job descriptions for Intern, Senior Building Official, and Maintenance workers
• Resolution establishing the 2025/2026 appropriation limit and an updated investment policy

The council approved the consent agenda. It adopted a five‑year budget for fiscal years 2025/26 through 2029/30. The council also approved a memorandum of understanding with the Police Officers Association, a new salary plan and job descriptions, an appropriations limit for FY 2025/26, and an updated investment policy.

• Consent agenda approved (motion carried)
• Memorandum of Understanding with Police Officers Association approved (motion carried)
• Five‑year budget for FY 2025/26‑2029/30 adopted (Resolution No. 18‑25)
• Salary plan and job descriptions for utility and building staff approved (Resolution No. 17‑25, motion carried)
• Appropriation limit for FY 2025/26 adopted (Resolution No. 19‑25, motion carried)
• Investment policy update adopted (Resolution No. 20‑25, motion carried)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings to order the levy of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 and Drainage Benefit Assessment Districts No. 1 and No. 1B for fiscal year 2025/2026. The body will also consider several maintenance contracts and airport lease assignments.

• Public hearing for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 assessments (FY 2025/2026)
• Public hearing for Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 1 and No. 1B assessments (FY 2025/2026)
• Agreement with Brightview Landscape Services, Inc. for weed abatement: $48,528.00 annually
• Easement agreement for the United Truck Wash Project on Monolith Street
• Assignment of Aeronautical Hangar Ground Lease for Hangar 13E

The City Council adopted Resolution 15‑25, ordering the levy and collection of annual assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 for fiscal year 2025‑2026. It also adopted Resolution 16‑25, ordering the levy and collection of assessments for the Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 1 and 1B for the same fiscal year. Additional approvals included a hangar ground‑lease assignment, a Caltrans maintenance agreement renewal, a citywide weed‑abatement contract, and an easement for United Truck Wash, all passed unanimously.

• Approved levy and collection of assessments for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 (Resolution 15‑25) – unanimous
• Approved levy and collection of assessments for Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 1 and 1B (Resolution 16‑25) – unanimous
• Approved assignment of Aeronautical Hangar Ground Lease (Hangar 13E) – unanimous
• Approved renewal of delegated maintenance agreement with Caltrans for street sweeping and related services – unanimous
• Approved contract with Brightview Landscape Services for citywide weed abatement, $48,528 annually – unanimous
• Approved easement and dedication for United Truck Wash on Monolith Street – unanimous
• Approved minutes for City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Financing Corporation – unanimous

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Tehachapi Planning Commission scheduled for May 12, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on proposed increases to water and wastewater service charges, effective July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2030. They will also consider disposition of city-owned property, planning commission appointments, and approve street closures for several community events.

• Public hearing on water service rate increases for five years starting July 2025
• Public hearing on wastewater service rate increases for five years starting July 2025
• Consideration of disposition of city-owned property subject to clerk and attorney approval
• Approve purchase of an 8x8x8 precast building for the Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project
• Approve street closures for Tehachapi Farmer's Market, Green Street Get Down, Hometown Christmas, and All-American 4th of July

The council adopted Resolution No. 12-25 to raise water service charges starting July 1, 2025, and Resolution No. 13-25 to raise wastewater service charges on the same date. It also adopted Resolution No. 11-25 authorizing the disposition of city‑owned property. Additional actions included a CEQA categorical exemption for the Dennison Westside TDA project, purchase of a precast building for the Rock Pile communications improvement, and approval of several street‑closure events.

• Approved water service rate increase (Resolution 12-25) – unanimous
• Approved wastewater service rate increase (Resolution 13-25) – unanimous
• Adopted Resolution 11-25 authorizing disposition of city‑owned property – unanimous
• Approved purchase of 8'×8'×8' precast building for Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project – unanimous
• Adopted CEQA categorical exemption for the Dennison Westside Transportation Development Act project – unanimous
• Approved street closures for Farmer’s Market, Green Street Get Down, Hometown Christmas, and All‑American 4th of July Celebration – unanimous
• Approved TVRPD Memorial Day ceremony with associated street closures – unanimous
• Directed staff to advertise for three Planning Commission positions (terms expire June 30, 2029) – unanimous

City Council

The City Council will vote on ordinances to establish a Downtown Entertainment Zone and adopt fire hazard severity zone maps. The body will also discuss assessment levies for landscaping, lighting, and drainage districts.

• Award of Warrior Park Exercise Equipment Project to Great Western Installations for $68,445.01
• Ordinance to establish a Downtown Entertainment Zone per Senate Bill 969
• Ordinance to adopt California Department of Forestry fire hazard severity zone maps
• Proposed assessment levies for Landscaping and Lighting District No. 1 and Drainage Benefit Assessment District No. 1 and 1B
• On-call Services Agreement with Soils Engineering, Inc. for Non-Federal Contracts

The council approved Ordinance No. 25-02-780 establishing a Downtown Entertainment Zone and adopted Resolutions 05-25, 07-25, 08-25, 09-25, and 10-25 to initiate levy and collection procedures for assessments in several districts. It also adopted Ordinance No. 25-01-779 designating fire‑hazard severity zones, approved a CEQA categorical exemption for the Snyder and Mojave Wells Transmission Intertie Project, and authorized an on‑call services agreement with Soils Engineering, Inc. Additionally, the Warrior Park exercise‑equipment project was awarded to Great Western Installations for $68,445.01, with change‑order authority up to $13,689.00. All actions were approved unanimously (Ayes All).

• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-02-780 establishing Downtown Entertainment Zone (unanimous Ayes All)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 25-01-779 designating fire‑hazard severity zones (unanimous Ayes All)
• Adopted Resolutions 05-25, 07-25, 08-25, 09-25, 10-25 initiating levy and collection procedures for assessments (unanimous Ayes All)
• Approved CEQA categorical exemption for Snyder and Mojave Wells Transmission Intertie Project (unanimous Ayes All)
• Authorized on‑call services agreement with Soils Engineering, Inc. (unanimous Ayes All)
• Awarded Warrior Park exercise‑equipment project to Great Western Installations for $68,445.01, authorizing change orders up to $13,689.00 (unanimous Ayes All)

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission will consider a mural permit for the 'Reproduction of the Historic Loop' at 209 East Tehachapi Boulevard. They will also vote on consent agenda items including approval of November 2024 minutes and three sign applications for White Rabbit Studios (117 South Mill Street), Pilot (1668 East Tehachapi Boulevard), and Gracian's Grill (860 East Tehachapi Boulevard).

• Mural permit 'Reproduction of the Historic Loop' at 209 East Tehachapi Boulevard
• Sign Application No. 2025-01 – White Rabbit Studios at 117 South Mill Street
• Sign Application No. 2025-04 – Pilot at 1668 East Tehachapi Boulevard
• Sign Application No. 2025-05 – Gracian's Grill at 860 East Tehachapi Boulevard
• Approval of minutes from the regular planning commission meeting on November 12, 2024

The commission approved the consent agenda. It approved and filed the minutes from the November 12 meeting. It also approved three sign applications for White Rabbit Studios, Pilot, and Gracian's Grill, and granted a mural permit for the "Reproduction of the Historic Loop".

• Approved consent agenda
• Approved and filed minutes from Nov 12 meeting
• Approved sign application 2025-01 for White Rabbit Studios
• Approved sign application 2025-04 for Pilot
• Approved sign application 2025-05 for Gracian's Grill
• Approved mural permit for "Reproduction of the Historic Loop"

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council will consider awarding a $2.6 million pavement rehabilitation contract, adopt first readings of ordinances for fire hazard zones and a downtown entertainment zone, appoint a planning commissioner, and handle routine consent items. Closed session includes litigation with the Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District.

• Award 2025-2026 Measure S Pavement Rehabilitation Project to Westrock LLC for $2,599,999
• First reading of ordinance adopting CAL FIRE fire hazard severity zone map
• First reading of ordinance establishing Downtown Entertainment Zone per SB 969
• Appoint one member to Planning Commission to fill vacancy (applicants: Kelley Ann Ryan, Barbara Minor)
• Authorize disposition of city-owned property via resolution

The council approved a $2,599,999 contract for the 2025‑2026 Measure S pavement rehabilitation project, authorizing change orders up to 20% of the cost. It also authorized up to $2,014,853 for the Dennison Road bicycle/pedestrian improvements. First readings of fire‑hazard‑severity and downtown‑entertainment zone ordinances were adopted, and Kelley Ann Ryan was appointed to the Planning Commission. Additional actions included a resolution to dispose of city‑owned property and approval of an audit services agreement.

• Awarded $2,599,999 Measure S pavement rehabilitation contract to Westrock (motion carried)
• Authorized staff to spend up to $2,014,853 for Dennison Road bicycle/pedestrian improvements (motion carried)
• Approved first reading of fire hazard severity zones ordinance (motion carried)
• Approved first reading of downtown entertainment zone ordinance (motion carried)
• Appointed Kelley Ann Ryan to the Planning Commission (motion carried)
• Adopted resolution to dispose of city‑owned property (motion carried)
• Approved audit services agreement with Van Lant & Frankhanel, LLP (motion carried)

City Council

The City Council and associated agencies will meet to discuss 2024/25 mid-year budget adjustments and award a contract for museum renovations. The meeting also includes a presentation for national champion cheerleaders from Tehachapi High School.

• Award of $45,404.56 to Angeles Construction Inc. for the Tehachapi Museum Stucco/Paint Project
• Approval of 2024/25 Mid-Year Budget Adjustments
• Agreement with De Llamas & Associates (HdL) for Business License Administrative Services
• Resolution to authorize the destruction of certain city records
• Approval of the Annual Military Equipment Report

The Tehachapi City Council approved the 2024/25 mid-year budget adjustments as presented, awarded a $45,404.56 contract to Angeles Construction Inc. for the Tehachapi Museum stucco/paint project, and authorized the city manager to approve change orders up to 10% of the contract amount. The council also approved the consent agenda, adopted Resolution No. 03-25 to authorize destruction of certain city records, approved an agreement with HdL for business license administrative services, authorized payments, received the treasurer's report, approved the annual military equipment report, and approved and filed minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. Councilmember Davies was absent.

• Approved consent agenda (motion by Smith/Chung, carried; Davies absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 03-25 to authorize destruction of certain city records (motion by Smith/Chung, carried)
• Approved agreement with HdL for business license administrative services (motion by Smith/Chung, carried)
• Authorized payments for February 26–March 10, 2025 (motion by Smith/Chung, carried)
• Received Treasurer's Report through February 2025 (motion by Smith/Chung, carried)
• Approved 2024/25 mid-year budget adjustments as presented (motion by Chung/Pauer, carried)
• Approved annual military equipment report (motion by Smith/Chung, carried)
• Awarded museum stucco/paint project to Angeles Construction Inc. for $45,404.56, with change orders up to $4,540.45 (motion by Chung/Pauer, carried)

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for March 10, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for April 14, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Community Room.

• March 10, 2025 regular meeting cancelled due to no agenda items
• Next regular meeting: April 14, 2025 at 6:00 p.m., 220 West C Street, Tehachapi

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council and associated agencies are meeting to conduct a public hearing on local transit needs (Dial-A-Ride) and consider a resolution finding no unmet needs. The council will also recognize the promotion of Police Sergeant Ryan Hulse and honor six extraordinary women. Consent items include approval of minutes, disbursements, and financial reports. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated and existing litigation with the Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District.

• Public hearing on transit needs and resolution on unmet needs for Dial-A-Ride service
• Promotion of Tehachapi Police Sergeant Ryan Hulse – presentation
• Recognition of 2025 Extraordinary Women: Carrie Morgan, Gale Caldwell, Chris Morales, Donna Sullivan Dieterle, Lynn Eckert, Cheryl Johnson
• Authorize payments for disbursements from February 12–25, 2025
• Closed session: litigation with Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District (multiple cases)

The City Council held a public hearing on transit needs and adopted Resolution No. 02-25, finding no unmet transit needs that are reasonable to meet within the city. The council also approved the consent agenda, minutes, and authorized payments, and received the treasurer's report. Closed session items were tabled.

• Adopted Resolution No. 02-25 finding no unmet transit needs (all ayes)
• Approved consent agenda (all ayes)
• Approved and filed minutes of February 18, 2025 (all ayes)
• Authorized payments for February 12-25, 2025 (all ayes)
• Received Treasurer's Report through January 2025 (all ayes)
• Tabled closed session minutes of February 18, 2025

City Council

The Tehachapi City Council, along with the Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Financing Corporation, will meet on February 18, 2025. The council will consider awarding a $48,998.80 contract for the Rodeo Grounds Entrance Fencing and Landscaping Project to Yukon Fence. Other agenda items include the swearing-in of two police officers, a proclamation for Safe Surrender Baby Awareness Month, and closed session discussions on existing litigation with the Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District.

• Award of Rodeo Grounds Entrance Fencing and Landscaping Project to Yukon Fence for $48,998.80
• Swearing-in of police officers Jordan Cooper and Elizabeth Narvaez
• Purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for $44,403.14
• CEQA determinations for 2025-2026 Measure S Pavement Rehabilitation Project and Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on existing litigation (City of Tehachapi v. Tehachapi-Cummings County Water District, 2 cases)

The Tehachapi City Council approved several routine items, including consent agenda, minutes, payments, and reports. It awarded the Rodeo Grounds Entrance Fencing and Landscaping Project to Yukon Fence for $48,998.80, approved the purchase of a 2025 Ford Explorer for $44,403.14, and adopted CEQA exemptions for two projects. The council also approved the city attorney's conference attendance and filed closed session minutes.

• Approved consent agenda (motion carried, Chung absent)
• Approved and filed minutes of January 21, 2025 meeting
• Authorized payments for January 14–February 11, 2025
• Adopted CEQA categorical exemption for 2025-2026 Measure S Pavement Rehabilitation Project
• Adopted CEQA categorical exemption for Rock Pile Communications Improvement Project
• Awarded Rodeo Grounds Entrance Fencing and Landscaping Project to Yukon Fence for $48,998.80
• Approved purchase of 2025 Ford Explorer for $44,403.14
• Approved city attorney's attendance at League of California Cities Spring Conference

Planning Commission

The Tehachapi Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for February 10, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting will be held on March 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Community Room.

City Council

The regular meetings of the Tehachapi City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and Financing Corporation scheduled for February 3, 2025 have been cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. The next regular meeting is rescheduled for February 18, 2025 at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Community Room.

City Council

The joint meeting of the City Council, Redevelopment Successor Agency, Public Financing Authority, and City Financing Corporation will consider consent items including approval of minutes, property disposition, and financial reports. Notable action items include appointing members to the Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District Board and the Planning Commission, approving a MOU for the Tucker Road/Highline Road Roundabout with Kern County, and awarding the Beekay Theatre Addition project to Go JRM Construction for $139,752. The council will also hold a closed session on several litigation matters.

• Disposition of city-owned property (resolution subject to attorney and manager approval)
• Appoint one member to Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District Board (four-year term to Feb 2, 2029)
• Appoint one member to Planning Commission (short term to June 30, 2025)
• Approve MOU with Kern County for Tucker Road/Highline Road Roundabout project
• Award Beekay Theatre Addition project to Go JRM Construction for $139,752

The Tehachapi City Council approved several items, including awarding the Beekay Theatre Addition Project to GO JRM Construction, Inc. for $139,752 and authorizing change orders up to 20% of construction cost. They also adopted resolutions for disposition of city-owned property and the Redevelopment Successor Agency's Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule. The appointment to the Planning Commission was tabled due to a tie vote.

• Awarded Beekay Theatre Addition Project to GO JRM Construction, Inc. for $139,752 (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. 01-25 authorizing disposition of city-owned property (motion carried)
• Adopted Resolution No. SA 01-25 approving ROPS for fiscal period July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2026 (motion carried)
• Approved aeronautical hangar rental agreement for Hangar 49W with Jacob Rabideau (motion carried)
• Approved assignment of hangar ground lease for Hangar 26W to Chad Rosacker and Paul Cheatham (motion carried)
• Approved MOU with Kern County for Tucker Road and Highline Road Roundabout Project (motion carried)
• Appointed Maryann Pacuillo to Tehachapi Valley Recreation and Parks District Board (motion carried)
• Tabled Planning Commission appointment due to tie vote

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Tehachapi Planning Commission scheduled for January 13, 2025, has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to consider. The next regular meeting will be held on February 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. at the Tehachapi Police Department Community Room.

• Meeting cancelled — no agenda items

City Council

The regular meeting of the Tehachapi City Council and associated agencies scheduled for January 6, 2025, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items.