Needles, California

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Board will vote on consent items including approval of minutes, an annual depository statement for fiscal year 2026-2027 transfers from NPUA to City accounts, and a purchase of a pole/reel/dump trailer not to exceed $55,060. A regular item authorizes the City Manager to execute a site access MOU with Scripps Institution for installing an ALERT California public safety camera on upper tanks. Reports include EUSI operational support for the wastewater facility and a perfected rights report for April and May 2026.

• Approve minutes of June 2, 2026 regular meeting
• Approve Annual Depository Statement for monthly NPUA transfers for bond debt service and other payments
• Authorize purchase of pole/reel/dump trailer from Brooks Brothers Trailers not to exceed $55,060
• Authorize MOU with Scripps Institution for ALERT California camera installation on upper tanks
• Receive EUSI operational support services report for May 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 1, 2026 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on August 5, 2026.

ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING

The City of Needles is holding an administrative hearing to address public nuisance complaints on three properties: a vacant lot at 608 W. Broadway, a property at 250 Balboa Place, and a property at 1195 Third Street. The hearing officer will take public comment and consider actions regarding the alleged nuisances.

• 608 W. Broadway – vacant lot, owner Stive Barrera-Arita, APN 0186-111-14-0000
• 250 Balboa Place – owner Purest USA LLC, APN 0660-081-39-0000
• 1195 Third Street – owner Lodging Ventures LLC, APN 0185-211-33-0000

CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM - REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

This regular meeting of the Needles Housing Commission was cancelled because a quorum was not present. The agenda included informational updates on the Housing Authority and its budget for fiscal year 2026-27, as well as approval of prior meeting minutes.

• Housing Authority of the City of Needles Update (informational)
• Fiscal Year 2026-27 Housing Authority Budget Update (informational)
• Approve the Minutes of March 25, 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on the fiscal year 2026-2027 operating and capital budgets for the city, utility authority, and housing authority. It will also adopt a resolution calling for a general municipal election on November 3, 2026, consolidated with the state election. Other items include a first reading of an ordinance updating business license requirements for community event vendors and a resolution exempting the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Staging Area project from CEQA.

• Public hearing and adoption of FY 2026-2027 budgets via Resolutions 2026-23, 06-23-2026-NPUA, and 2026-15-HACN
• Resolution 2026-25 calling for a General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, consolidated with the Statewide General Election
• First reading of Ordinance 682-AC amending business license requirements for vendors at approved community events
• Resolution 2026-26 determining the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Staging Area Project is exempt from CEQA
• Receive and file presentation from Urban Futures, Inc. regarding potential ballot measures for the November election

ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Parks and Recreation Commission will hold a regular meeting. They will consider accepting the preliminary fiscal year 2026/27 budget as presented (action item). They will also receive informational reports on Recreation, Aquatics, Jack Smith Park, and Golf Stats. Public comments are allowed.

• Accept preliminary 2026/27 fiscal year budget (action item)
• Informational reports on Recreation, Aquatics, Jack Smith Park and Golf Stats
• Manager's reports for weeks of May 29 and June 5, 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles City Council, NPUA, and Housing Authority will hold public hearings on vacancies (AB2561) and the proposed FY 2026-27 operating and capital budgets. The consent calendar includes a joint-use poles agreement with Frontier Communications and an Active Transportation Program grant application for the Needles Multimodal Loop Phase 1. Regular items include accepting a parcel map at 193 Morgan Drive and discussing a CalRecycle grant for a reverse vending machine project.

• Public hearing and introduction of FY 2026-27 Annual Operating and Capital Budgets
• Authorize Joint Use of Poles agreement between City of Needles and Citizen Utilities Rural Company DBA Frontier Communications
• Adopt Resolution 2026-22 to submit Active Transportation Program Cycle 8 grant for Needles Multimodal Loop Project Phase 1
• Accept Parcel Map No. 20989 at 193 Morgan Drive with utility easements
• Direction on CalRecycle Beverage Container Redemption Innovation Grant application for Needles Pilot Reverse Vending Machine Project

The Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing a grant application for the Needles Multimodal Loop Project Phase 1. It also accepted a parcel map at 193 Morgan Drive and authorized Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend the Operation Dry Water conference with travel reimbursement. A public hearing on the FY 2026-27 budget was conducted but no adoption vote was taken. All votes were unanimous.

• Approved NPUA/HACN/Council Consent Calendar items 4-6 (Joint Use of Poles, utility report ratification, LAIF authorized persons list)
• Approved Council Consent Calendar items 7-10 (warrants, minutes, treasurer's report, ATP grant resolution)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2026-22 authorizing ATP Cycle 8 grant application for Needles Multimodal Loop Project Phase 1
• Accepted Parcel Map No. 20989 at 193 Morgan Drive with dedication of public utility easements
• Authorized Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend 2026 Operation Dry Water Press Conference with expense reimbursement

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Planning Commission will consider approving the minutes from May 6, 2026, and will vote on a recommendation to the City Council for the Development Services Department's proposed budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027. The meeting also includes an oath of office for new commissioners and a city manager report.

• Oath of Office for new Planning Commissioners Alisia Hernandez and Wendy Welt
• Approve the Minutes of May 6, 2026
• Recommend Development Services Department proposed budget for FY ending June 30, 2027 for City Council approval
• City Manager's Reports for the weeks of May 15 and 22, 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Board of Public Utilities will consider approving the proposed budget for water, wastewater, electric, and All American Canal operations for the next fiscal year. Consent items include a joint-use pole agreement with Frontier Communications and ratification of a state energy report. Reports cover Western Area Power Administration purchases and wastewater operational support services.

• Review and approval of NPUA proposed budget for FY 2026-2027 (water, wastewater, electric, All American Canal)
• Approve Joint Use of Poles with Frontier Communications for telecom attachments
• Ratify Utility Manager's signature on CEC 2025 Power Source Disclosure Annual Report
• Accept Colorado River Basin Water Quality Control Board compliance inspection for wastewater treatment plant
• Western Area Power Administration FY27 Q1 term purchase report (informational)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION ADJOURNED

The Housing Commission will consider recommending the proposed budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027 to the City Council. They will also vote on approving the March 25, 2026 meeting minutes and receive an update from the Housing Authority of the City of Needles.

• Recommend proposed FY 2027 budget to City Council (action item)
• Approve minutes of March 25, 2026 (action item)
• Housing Authority of the City of Needles update (information only)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council will vote on a 31st amendment to its law enforcement services contract with San Bernardino County for the 2026-2027 fiscal year. Also on the agenda: an agreement with the school district for a Sheriff's Service Specialist, acceptance of final change order for the Phase V Street Paving project, and direction on the budget process for the upcoming fiscal year. Interviews for Planning Commission and Housing Commission seats will be conducted.

• Approve 31st Amendment to law enforcement services contract with San Bernardino County (Item 9)
• Adopt agreement with Needles Unified School District for a Sheriff's Service Specialist for 2026-2027 (Item 10)
• Accept final Change Order No. 1 for Phase V Street Paving Improvements with Vance Corporation (Item 11)
• Award Downtown Route 66 Monument Sign Project to MJB Power LLC not to exceed $50,000 (Item 14)
• Provide staff direction to proceed with budget process and schedule public hearings on June 9 and June 23, 2026 (Item 2)

The City Council approved several items including a law enforcement contract amendment with San Bernardino County, a sheriff's service specialist agreement with the school district, and a $50,000 downtown Route 66 monument sign project (6-1). The council also directed staff to proceed with the budget process with public hearings on June 9 and 23, appointed members to the Planning and Housing Commissions, and waived a $46 business license processing fee for vendors earning under $15,000 annually. All other votes were unanimous.

• Authorized city to enter tolling agreement with Landis and Gyr Technology and Master Meter, and to initiate litigation if needed (7-0)
• Approved 31st amendment to law enforcement contract with San Bernardino County (7-0)
• Approved agreement with Needles Unified School District for a Sheriff's Service Specialist for 2026-2027 (7-0)
• Awarded Downtown Route 66 Monument Sign Project base bid to MJB Power LLC for $50,000 (6-1)
• Accepted Change Order No. 1 (Final) and completion of Phase V Street Paving Improvement Project (7-0)
• Appointed Alisia Hernandez to Planning Commission with term to December 31, 2029 (7-0)
• Appointed Shivam Bhakta to Housing Commission with term to December 31, 2027 (7-0)
• Waived $46 processing fee for vendors earning less than $15,000 per year (7-0)

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled Needles Park & Recreation Commission meeting for May 18, 2026, has been cancelled because there were no items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for June 15, 2026.

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council will meet to consider consent calendar items including adoption of ordinances banning heavy trucks on residential streets and establishing a cash rounding policy, as well as regular items such as change orders for capital projects. A $196,278.46 increase for the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project brings the total to $1,498,988.88, and a final change order for the 19th Hole kitchen remodel adds $4,683.80. The council will also reject a bid for the Animal Control Restroom Addition and adopt the FY 2026-2027 SB1 road project list.

• Second reading of Ordinance 680-AC prohibiting commercial trucks over 26,000 pounds GVWR from parking on residential streets and in city parks
• Second reading of Ordinance 681-AC establishing a cash rounding policy for city payments
• Change Order No. 3 for the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project increasing the contract by $196,278.46 for a new total of $1,498,988.88
• Final Change Order No. 1 for the 19th Hole Bar & Grill Kitchen Remodel increasing the budget by $4,683.80 to a total of $504,722.80
• Resolution 2026-15 dissolving the Cemetery Advisory Commission

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles Planning Commission will hear a presentation on newly developed informational handouts clarifying the City of Needles and San Bernardino County Environmental Health Services permitting processes for mobile food vendors and temporary food facilities. The commission will also vote to approve the minutes from the March 4, 2026 meeting. Other agenda items include commissioner requests and a city manager report.

• Presentation on mobile food vendor process and permit guidance (information only)
• Approval of minutes from March 4, 2026 meeting

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Board of Public Utilities will vote on a consent calendar including approval of April 7 meeting minutes and a second amendment to a joint-use pole agreement with Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Telecommunications for seven new connections on E Broadway Street. Regular items include an informational update on city and utility authority inter-fund balances, a proposed letter of support to the California Air Resources Board on greenhouse gas cap amendments, and a discussion on a comment letter regarding Advanced Clean Fleet regulations. Reports on perfected water rights and unaudited income statements are also scheduled.

• Approve second amendment to Joint Use of Poles with Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Telecommunications Inc. for 7 new connections on E Broadway Street
• Accept and file Letter of Support to California Air Resources Board on proposed GHG cap amendments
• Discuss California Municipal Utilities Association comment letter on Advanced Clean Fleet regulations
• Present Perfected Rights Report for March 2026
• Needles Public Utility Authority unaudited income statement through December 31, 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council will hold an executive session to evaluate the City Manager and City Clerk and discuss labor negotiations with the Treasurer. In open session, the Council will consider multiple action items including a ban on commercial trucks over 26,000 pounds parking on residential streets and in parks, adoption of a cash rounding policy for city payments, and ratification of a $169,355 Clean California grant. The consent calendar includes approval of warrants, minutes, a resolution for federal transit funding, and letters on state propositions.

• First reading of Ordinance 680-AC to prohibit commercial trucks over 26,000 lbs GVWR from parking on residential streets and in city parks
• Adoption of Ordinance 681-AC establishing a cash rounding policy for city payments
• Ratification of a $169,355 Clean California Community Cleanup & Employment Pathway grant and budget adjustment
• Authorization to apply for FTA Section 5311 rural transit assistance and Active Grant Transportation Cycle 8 (professional services up to $19,000)
• Letters supporting Proposition 36 and opposing AB 1678

The council adopted Ordinance 680-AC, prohibiting commercial trucks over 26,000 pounds GVWR from parking on residential streets and in city parks. They also adopted policies for public outreach and technology disruptions to comply with SB 707, ratified a $169,355 Clean California grant for community cleanup, and authorized a transportation grant application. The item for an administration building façade awning project was continued for cost review.

• Approved consent calendar including warrants, minutes, treasurer's report, FTA funding resolution, and letters on Proposition 36 and AB 1678 (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 680-AC banning heavy truck parking on residential streets and in city parks (7-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-13 and 2026-14 for public outreach and technology disruptions policy under SB 707 (7-0)
• Ratified $169,355 Clean California Community Cleanup grant and adjusted FY26 budget (7-0)
• Authorized Active Transportation Cycle 8 grant application with up to $19,000 for consultant services (7-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 681-AC establishing a cash rounding policy for city payments (7-0)
• Continued administration building façade awning project change order to next meeting for cost alternatives (7-0)

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled Housing Commission meeting for April 22, 2026, has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 27, 2026. No business was conducted.

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regular meeting of the Needles Parks and Recreation Commission scheduled for April 20, 2026 has been cancelled because there were no agenda items to discuss. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 18, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no agenda items were submitted for consideration

CEMETERY ADVISORY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED

The regular meeting of the Cemetery Advisory Commission scheduled for April 16, 2026 was canceled because a quorum could not be reached. The next regular meeting is set for July 16, 2026.

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The council will first hold a closed executive session for litigation and labor negotiations, then reconvene in open session. In open session, they will hold a public hearing on the Housing Authority's Annual Plan and consider adopting revised FY26 budgets, awarding two grants totaling $219,355, and authorizing contracts for electrical work. They will also discuss parking changes and a commercial vehicle ordinance.

• Public hearing on Housing Authority Annual Agency Plan 2026-2027
• Adopt resolutions approving revised FY26 budgets
• Accept two grants: $169,355 Clean California grant and $50,000 T-Mobile grant
• Authorize $43,533 contract with SMH Electrical for SCADA installation at L Street Booster Station and Well No. 15
• Approve $15,361.13 payment to Pam Ostby for new residence at 3632 Riverview Terrace

The Needles City Council approved revised budgets for FY ending 6/30/26, along with a Housing Authority annual plan, utility contracts, and grant awards. Council also directed staff to study downtown parking restrictions and draft an ordinance prohibiting commercial vehicle parking. All votes were 6-0 with Council Member Pogue absent.

• Adopted Resolution 2026-13-HACN approving Housing Authority Annual Agency Plan 2026-2027 (6-0)
• Authorized $20,000 increase in electrical engineering fees to Brooks Consulting (6-0)
• Authorized SMH Electrical Construction for SCADA installation at L Street Booster Station and Well No. 15, not to exceed $43,533 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolutions 2026-11, 04-14-26-NPUA, and 2026-14-HACN approving revised budgets for FY ending 6/30/26 (6-0)
• Accepted and adjusted FY26 budget for T-Mobile Hometown Grant Program award of $50,000 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-5 approving Ostby Economic Development Program application for new residence at 3632 Riverview Terrace, authorizing $15,361.13 payment (6-0)
• Authorized co-sponsorship of Route 66 Centennial Car Show on Nov 14, 2026, with $500 in-kind support (6-0)
• Approved agreement with Urban Futures, Inc. for General Obligation Bond Financial Advisory Services not to exceed $25,000 (6-0)

SPECIAL MEETING - LCC DESERT MOUNTAIN DIVISION

This is a special meeting of the League of California Cities Desert Mountain Division in Needles, featuring a city update, a historical presentation by a Fort Mojave Indian Tribe representative, and lunch service. No formal decisions or votes are scheduled; the agenda is procedural and ceremonial.

• City Update by Patrick Martinez
• Historical Presentation by Simon Garcia, Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Representative

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Board of Public Utilities will consider consent items including approval of minutes, a $20,000 increase in electrical engineering fees for Brooks Consulting, acceptance of the 2026 Colorado River water diversion, a voluntary water reduction for April–June 2026, and a $43,533 contract with SMH Electrical Construction for an XIO installation at the L Street Booster Station and Well #15. The regular agenda includes the appointment of a Greenhouse Gas Ad Hoc Committee and approval of a revised FY2026 budget for the Needles Public Utility Authority covering water, wastewater, electric, and All American Canal operations. Reports and the manager's report are also scheduled.

• Authorize professional services agreement with SMH Electrical Construction for XIO installation at L Street Booster Station and Well #15, not to exceed $43,533, using Water Asset Replacement Funds
• Increase electrical engineering fees to Brooks Consulting by $20,000, funded from FY26 electric operations and maintenance budget
• Voluntary Parker Davis Reduction for April, May, and June 2026
• Appointment of a Greenhouse Gas Ad Hoc Committee
• Approval of revised FY2026 budget for Needles Public Utility Authority, Water, Wastewater, Electric, and All American Canal

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting for April 1, 2026 has been cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for May 6, 2026.

OFF HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV) COMMUNITY MEETING

REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Housing Commission will hold a public hearing to adopt Resolution 03-25-2026-HC, which recommends approval of the Annual Agency Plan 2026-2027, updates to the Administrative Plan and Admissions and Continued Occupancy Plan under the Housing Opportunity through Modernization Act of 2016 (HOTMA), and a Public Housing Lease Agreement for the Housing Authority of the City of Needles. The commission will also consider approving minutes from October 22, 2025, and receive an informational update on the Housing Authority.

• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 03-25-2026-HC approving the Annual Agency Plan 2026-2027, HOTMA updates, and Public Housing Lease Agreement
• Approve minutes of October 22, 2025
• Housing Authority of the City of Needles update (information only)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council will consider a change order increasing the Well 11 Treatment Facility contract by $69,394.32, raising the total to $6,330,480.22, and authorize recording a notice of completion. The council will also appoint three members to an ad hoc committee to evaluate potential ballot measures for the November 2026 general election and approve a sales tax audit agreement with HdL. Additionally, the council will appoint a delegate to the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust board. The meeting begins with an executive session on real property negotiations with the Fort Mojave Indian Tribe and two pending lawsuits.

• Approve Change Order No. 3 to the Well 11 Treatment Facility contract with Pacific Hydrotech Corporation for a $69,394.32 increase (final amount $6,330,480.22)
• Appoint three council members to an ad hoc committee for evaluating ballot measures for the November 3, 2026 general election
• Approve agreement with Hinderliter, de Llamas and Associates (HdL) for sales and use tax audit and information services
• Appoint a delegate to the San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust board of directors
• Executive session: real property negotiation with Fort Mojave Indian Tribe and two litigation cases (Jane Doe and Sylvia Miledi v. City of Needles)

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles Park & Recreation Commission's regular March 16, 2026 meeting is cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 20, 2026.

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles City Council, also sitting as the Public Utility Authority and Housing Authority, will meet on March 10, 2026. The agenda includes an executive session to discuss two pending lawsuits, a workshop on the city's development entitlement process, and several action items. The council will vote on a resolution to apply for up to $520,000 in Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds, accept a $50,000 homeless services contract with Pacific Clinics, and approve the Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan. Other items include authorizing a pump repair not to exceed $20,383.39 and accepting completion of the Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie project.

• Workshop presentation on City of Needles' development entitlement process and typical project timeline
• Authorize up to $20,383.39 for repair of one Hydromatic 40 HP pump using Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund
• Adopt Resolution 2026-7 authorizing application for Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds not to exceed $520,000
• Accept proposal from Pacific Clinics for homeless services up to $50,000 and authorize Professional Services Agreement
• Adopt Resolution 2026-6 approving Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan

The Council unanimously approved a resolution authorizing application for Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds up to $520,000 to support housing development. It also accepted a $50,000 homeless services contract with Pacific Clinics and joined a regional housing trust JPA. All votes were 6-0 except a 5-1 vote authorizing Vice Mayor Campbell to attend a conference.

• Authorized Reliable Pump to repair a 40 HP pump, up to $20,383.39 from Wastewater Asset Replacement Fund (6-0)
• Accepted Well 11 to Well 15 Intertie project completion and authorized Notice of Completion (6-0)
• Approved the Warrants Register through March 10, 2026 (6-0, consent)
• Approved minutes of February 24, 2026 (6-0, consent)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-7 for Prohousing Incentive Pilot Program funds not to exceed $520,000 (6-0)
• Accepted Pacific Clinics homeless services contract for $50,000 (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-6 approving Measure I Continuation Expenditure Plan (6-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2026-8 joining San Bernardino Regional Housing Trust JPA (6-0)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles Planning Commission will hold a workshop to learn about the permit review process, covering application flow, turnaround times, and issuance procedures. The only action item is approval of minutes from the February 4, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes routine reports and correspondence.

• Development Services Workshop – Permit Review Process Overview (presentation and discussion)
• Approval of Minutes of February 4, 2026 (action item)

The Planning Commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the February 4, 2026, meeting. No substantive policy decisions were made.

• Approved agenda (6-0)
• Approved February 4, 2026 minutes (6-0)
• Commissioner Ostby announced last meeting on March 4
• Commissioner Beard reported RiverLux fiber installation damaging roads
• Commissioner Ostby asked about downtown apartment project and dirt pile
• Commissioner Bosboom asked about paving plans and Lillyhill repaving
• Commissioner Wright asked about Palm Communities
• Meeting adjourned at 4:56 PM (unanimous)

REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Board of Public Utilities will consider consent items including a $20,384 pump repair and approval of the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) with an over-hydro rate of $0.1159. A discussion item addresses the EPA's October 2025 proposal to end the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program. The meeting also includes reports on wastewater operations and water rights.

• Authorize Reliable Pump to repair one hydromatic 40 HP pump at a cost not to exceed $20,384 from Wastewater Asset Replacement funds
• Approve the Power Cost Adjustment (PCA) for August–November 2025 and continue the over-hydro rate of $0.1159
• Discussion on the EPA's October 2025 proposed rule to end the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (GHGRP)
• Receive and file State Water Resources Control Board final project inspections for several water infrastructure projects
• Accept and file the Bureau of Reclamation's Post 2026 Draft EIS public comment from the City of Needles

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled February 25, 2026 meeting of the City of Needles Housing Commission has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 25, 2026.

• Meeting cancelled; no items to discuss

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council will consider final adoption of an ordinance amending short-term residential rental regulations, approve a $25,000 purchase of custom signs for off-highway vehicle routes, and discuss a pavement management program update. A public hearing on a medical marijuana cultivation facility permit has been continued to March 10, 2026.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 679-AC amending short-term residential rental regulations
• Approve $25,000 purchase of custom signs from AWP Safety for OHMV signage plan, funded from General Fund reserves
• Approve Amendment #2 to Visitor Center agreement with Needles Area Chamber of Commerce setting operating hours 8 a.m. to 1 p.m., Thursday through Monday
• Approve letter of support for AB 1708 (HHAP Pathways for Cities Act)
• Public hearing on conditional use permit for medical marijuana cultivation facility at 204 Bazoobuth Street continued to March 10, 2026

The council approved items on the consent calendar including the second reading of Ordinance 679-AC amending short-term rental regulations, warrants, minutes, and the treasurer's report. A public hearing on a medical marijuana cultivation facility conditional use permit was pulled and will be re-noticed. The council also approved $25,000 from general fund reserves for OHMV route signage, amended the Visitor Center Agreement with the Chamber of Commerce (5-1), and supported AB 1708.

• Adopted Ordinance 679-AC amending Chapter 12 (Short-Term Residential Rentals), second reading (unanimous consent)
• Approved $25,000 purchase of custom signs from AWP Safety for OHMV Designated Routes Signage Plan (unanimous)
• Approved Amendment #2 to Visitor Center Agreement with Needles Area Chamber of Commerce, setting hours 8 a.m.-1 p.m. Thu-Mon (5-1, Longbrake opposed)
• Approved letter of support for AB 1708 (HHAP Pathways for Cities Act) and authorized mayor to sign (unanimous)
• Authorized Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend League of CA Cities committee meetings with travel reimbursement (unanimous)
• Approved the Warrants Register through February 24, 2026 (consent)
• Approved Minutes of February 10, 2026 (consent)
• Accepted and filed Treasurer's Report for January 2026 (consent)

ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles Parks and Recreation Commission will hold an adjourned regular meeting to appoint a chair and vice-chair for 2026 and select coaches for the 2025-26 Youth Basketball All-Star team. Commissioners will also receive reports on recreation, aquatics, Jack Smith Park, and golf stats.

• Appointment of Chair and Vice-Chair for 2026
• Selection of 2025-26 Youth Basketball All-Star Coaches
• Reports for Recreation, Aquatics, Jack Smith Park and Golf Stats
• City Manager's Report for weeks of Jan 30 and Feb 6, 2026

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The council will vote on awarding a contract for the Administration Building Façade Awning Project to Rainy Day Roofing, Inc. for $192,102 plus contingency. They will also discuss ballot measures for the November 2026 election and introduce an ordinance amending short-term rental regulations. A public hearing on a medical marijuana cultivation facility has been continued to February 24, 2026.

• Award $192,102 base bid plus 10% contingency ($211,312.20 total) to Rainy Day Roofing for Admin Building Façade Awning Project
• Public hearing on conditional use permit amendment for medical marijuana facility at 204 Bazoobuth Street continued to Feb 24
• Accept work completed by WEKA, Inc. for Phase V Water Service Lateral Replacement Project and authorize Notice of Completion
• Discussion on ballot measures for November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election
• First read introduction of Ordinance 679-AC amending Short-Term Residential Rentals chapter

The Needles City Council unanimously approved a first reading of Ordinance 679-AC, amending chapter 12 on short-term residential rentals. They also awarded a $211,312 awning project, accepted FY 23/24 audits, authorized a comment on a Bureau of Reclamation draft EIS, and continued a medical marijuana cultivation hearing to Feb 24. The council discussed but took no action on potential ballot measures for a tourism tax, road repair bond, and council stipend increase.

• Continued medical marijuana CUP amendment hearing to February 24, 2026 (no vote)
• Accepted FY 23/24 City and NPFA financial statement audits and single audit exemption (6-0)
• Authorized Mayor to execute Bureau of Reclamation Post 2026 Draft EIS public comment (6-0)
• Accepted Phase V Water Service Lateral Replacement work and authorized Notice of Completion (6-0)
• Approved consent calendar: warrants register and minutes of Jan 27, 2026 (6-0)
• Awarded Administration Building Façade Awning Project base bid and additive alternate to Rainy Day Roofing, Inc. for $192,102 plus 10% contingency ($211,312 total) (6-0)
• Waived full reading and adopted Ordinance 679-AC amending short-term residential rental code (first read) (6-0)
• Discussed but did not vote on potential ballot measures for TBID tax, road repair bond, and council stipend increase

REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The Needles Planning Commission will administer the oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Allen Cox and receive a presentation from the City Planner on the commission's roles and responsibilities. The agenda is largely procedural, including approval of prior meeting minutes and a City Manager report, with no major land-use decisions or public hearings scheduled.

• Oath of office for newly appointed Planning Commissioner Allen Cox
• PowerPoint presentation by City Planner Romero on Planning Commission roles and responsibilities
• Approval of minutes from December 3, 2025
• City Manager Reports for weeks of January 16 and 23, 2026

BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED

The regular meeting of the Board of Public Utilities scheduled for February 3, 2026, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for March 3, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers.

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

This meeting of the Needles Housing Commission scheduled for January 28, 2026, was cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The City Council, NPUA, and Housing Authority will meet to vote on a change order increasing the Phase V Water Service Lateral Replacement contract by $166,994.81, a Route 66 Centennial Celebration budget up to $7,500, and a resolution prioritizing Community Development Block Grant projects. A public hearing on a medical marijuana cultivation facility conditional use permit has been continued to February 10, 2026.

• Approve Change Order No.1 with WEKA, Inc. for water lateral replacement, increasing contract to $555,933.81
• Authorize hosting Route 66 Centennial Celebration on Nov 7, 2026 with $7,500 budget from General Fund Reserves
• Adopt Resolution 2026-03 prioritizing Needles projects for CDBG funding in FY 2026-2027
• Accept work by Golden West Fence for Housing Authority Primary Fencing Project and authorize Notice of Completion
• Authorize attendance at multiple conferences: City/County Conference, League of California Cities Summit, ICSC Event

The council unanimously approved a $166,994.81 change order for the Phase V Water Service Lateral Replacement Project, increasing the total contract to $555,933.81. They also authorized hosting the Route 66 Centennial Celebration on November 7, 2026, with a $7,500 budget from General Fund Reserves. A conditional use permit for a medical marijuana cultivation facility was continued to February 10, 2026. Several other items were approved, including housing authority fence completion and third-party collection services.

• Approved Change Order No.1 for water lateral replacement: +$166,994.81 to $555,933.81 (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to execute First Amendment to California River Contractors Forbearance Agreement (unanimous)
• Accepted FY 24 NPUA Financial Statements Audit (unanimous)
• Accepted Golden West Fence work for NHA fencing and issued Notice of Completion (unanimous)
• Waived bid requirements and approved Sequoia Concepts for Housing Authority delinquent collections (unanimous)
• Approved Route 66 Centennial Celebration on Nov 7, 2026, budget up to $7,500 (unanimous)
• Authorized cosponsorship of Run for the Wall with ~$2,500 in services (unanimous)
• Approved Mayor Jernigan's travel reimbursement for Mohave County economic meetings (unanimous)

BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

The Needles Board of Public Utilities will receive the FY 2023-24 audit report, discuss changing meeting frequency from semi-monthly to monthly, and elect a chairman and vice chairman for 2026. The board will also consider a forbearance agreement amendment under the Lower Colorado Conservation and Efficiency Program and set annual goals.

• Vasquez & Company audit report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024 (DIS)
• Authorize First Amendment to California River Contractors Forbearance Agreement for 2024-2026 Conservation Agreement (ACT)
• Selection of Chairman and Vice Chairman for 2026 (ACT)
• Staff recommendation to hold monthly meetings instead of semi-monthly (ACT)
• Discussion of City's Present Perfected Water Rights (PPR) (INF)

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled January 19, 2026 meeting of the Needles Parks and Recreation Commission has been cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next meeting, originally scheduled for February 16, is being moved to Wednesday, February 18, 2026 because of the Presidents' Day holiday.

• January 19 meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
• February 16 meeting adjourned to February 18 due to holiday

CEMETERY ADVISORY COMMISSION - CANCELED

The regular meeting of the Cemetery Advisory Commission scheduled for January 15, 2026, has been canceled due to lack of a quorum. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 16, 2026.

• Meeting canceled due to lack of quorum
• Next meeting set for April 16, 2026, at 3:00 p.m. in City Council Chambers, 1111 Bailey Avenue

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The council will hold a public hearing and vote on a resolution approving a conditional use permit for a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway. Also on the agenda: a continuation of a medical marijuana cultivation facility amendment, a change order increasing a water main contract by $84,333.60, and an appointment to the budget committee.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution 2025-49 for a conditional use permit for a cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway
• Continuation of Resolution 2026-1 for a medical marijuana cultivation facility amendment at 204 Bazoobuth Street to January 27, 2026
• Approval of Change Order 2 to the water main and manifold improvements contract with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. for $84,333.60
• Appointment of a council member to the Budget Committee to replace former Council Member Longacre
• Discussion of public art murals to be painted on electrical utility boxes

The City Council approved a conditional use permit for a retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway. They also adopted the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Designated Routes Signage Plan and authorized $7,900 for utility box murals.

• Approved cannabis dispensary conditional use permit at 1611 Needles Highway (5-0)
• Approved $84,333.60 change order for water main improvements (6-0)
• Accepted proposal for utility box murals at a cost of $7,900 (5-1)
• Appointed Vice Mayor Campbell to the Budget Committee (5-0)
• Adopted Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Designated Routes Signage Plan (5-0)
• Continued discussion on medical marijuana cultivation facility amendment to January 27, 2026
• Continued discussion on Visitor Center operating hours to January 27, 2026

CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA

The regularly scheduled January 7, 2026 meeting of the Needles Planning Commission was cancelled due to no agenda items. The next meeting is scheduled for February 4, 2026.

BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED

The regular meeting of the Board of Public Utilities scheduled for January 6, 2026, has been canceled. No items were discussed or decided. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 20, 2026.