Needles public meetings in 2025
48 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
This notice announces the cancellation of the Housing Commission's regularly scheduled meetings on November 26 and December 24, 2025, due to holidays. The cancellation was approved at the July 23, 2025 meeting. The next regular meeting will be on January 28, 2026.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
This notice confirms the cancellation of the December 23, 2025 regular meeting for the Needles City Council, Needles Public Utility Authority, and Housing Authority. The cancellation was approved at the September 9, 2025 meeting. The agenda contains only procedural boilerplate with no substantive items or public hearings. The next regular meeting will occur on January 13, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled per September 9, 2025 council decision
- Next regular meeting scheduled for January 13, 2026
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES - CANCELED
The Board of Public Utilities regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, December 16, 2025 was canceled because there were no agenda items. The cancellation was announced after consulting with Chairman Campbell. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, January 6, 2026 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 1111 Bailey Avenue, Needles.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles Parks & Recreation Commission announced that its regularly scheduled meeting on Monday, December 15, 2025, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this time. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, January 19, 2026.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles City Council will vote on a $1.511 M Phase V Street Paving Improvements contract with Vance Corporation and consider a Conditional Use Permit for a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway. Additional agenda items include executive‑session discussions on potential litigation, a public employee appointment, and property negotiations with Palm Communities. The council will also act on routine consent‑calendar items such as a $58,867.50 greenhouse‑gas instrument purchase and a $91,210.94 change order for a metal building project.
- Award Phase V Street Paving Improvements Project to Vance Corporation for $1,511,175.93 total
- Adopt Resolution 2025-49 approving Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway (APN 0185-062-25)
- Approve Change Order No. 1 increasing Shipley Construction contract by $91,210.94 to $676,907.94
- Ratify Utility Manager's purchase of greenhouse‑gas emissions instruments for $58,867.50
- Adopt Resolution 2025-51 authorizing exclusive negotiation agreement with Palm Communities for parcels APN 0186-095-03-0000 and 0186-095-04-0000
The council approved the meeting agenda and reappointed members to the Board of Public Utilities and Planning Commission, and appointed a new Parks and Recreation commissioner. It approved the AB1600 Annual Accounting of Development Impact Fees Report and several NPUA and Council consent items, including a $58,867.50 greenhouse‑gas instrument purchase and a $91,210.94 change order. The council also awarded the Phase V Street Paving Improvements contract worth $1,511,175.93 and authorized an exclusive negotiation agreement for the sale of two city parcels.
- Approved agenda (unanimous roll‑call vote)
- Re‑appointed Terry Campbell and Ed Brown to the Board of Public Utilities (unanimous)
- Re‑appointed Michael Wright and Will Bosboom and appointed Allen Cox to the Planning Commission (unanimous)
- Appointed Jesse Rodriguez to the Parks and Recreation Commission (unanimous)
- Approved AB1600 Annual Accounting of Development Impact Fees Report (unanimous)
- Approved NPUA purchase of greenhouse‑gas emissions instruments for $58,867.50 (unanimous)
- Approved NPUA Change Order No. 1 increasing contract with Shipley Construction by $91,210.94 (unanimous)
- Awarded Phase V Street Paving Improvements contract to Vance Corporation for $1,511,175.93 (unanimous)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Conditional Use Permit application for a licensed retail cannabis dispensary and related tenant improvements at 1611 Needles Highway, located in the General Commercial (C‑2) zoning district (APN 0185-062-25). Commissioners will discuss and may adopt a resolution recommending City Council approval of the permit. The meeting will also include approval of the August 6, 2025 minutes and a City Manager report.
- Conditional Use Permit application for a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway (General Commercial C‑2, APN 0185-062-25)
- Approval of the August 6, 2025 Planning Commission minutes
The commission excused Commissioner Payson's absence and approved the meeting agenda. It adopted a resolution recommending City Council approval of a conditional use permit for a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway in the C‑2 commercial zone. The commission also approved the minutes from the August 6, 2025 meeting and then adjourned the session.
- Excused Commissioner Payson's absence (6‑0)
- Approved meeting agenda (6‑0)
- Adopted resolution recommending City Council approve cannabis dispensary conditional use permit at 1611 Needles Highway (6‑0)
- Approved minutes of August 6, 2025 (6‑0)
- Motion to adjourn passed unanimously (6‑0)
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
The Board of Public Utilities scheduled a regular meeting for December 2, 2025, but it was canceled because there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions took place at this meeting. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, December 16, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 1111 Bailey Avenue, Needles.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Housing Commission for November 26, 2025, has been cancelled. This cancellation was decided during the commission's July 23, 2025, meeting due to the holidays.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regular meeting of the Needles City Council, NPUA, and HACN scheduled for November 25, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation was decided by the City Council during their September 9, 2025, meeting.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
The Board of Public Utilities will approve items on the consent calendar, including the minutes from the October 21, 2025 meeting and the ratification of a $58,867.50 purchase of greenhouse gas emissions instruments from Amerex. A ten‑minute PowerPoint presentation on wastewater treatment plant operations will be provided for information only. Additional informational reports on perfect rights, Parker‑Davis voluntary reductions, a Western Area Power Administration term purchase, and monthly activity will be presented, along with the manager's reports.
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held October 21, 2025
- Ratify purchase of greenhouse gas emissions instruments from Amerex for $58,867.50
- PowerPoint presentation on wastewater treatment plant operations (information)
- Present Perfected Rights Report September 2025 (information)
- Parker‑Davis Voluntary Reduction for November and December 2025 (information)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Parks & Recreation Commission will vote on a recommended amendment to the Youth Sports Handbook, with the change set to take effect on November 17, 2025. The meeting also includes the City Manager’s reports for the weeks of October 31 and November 7, 2025. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.
- Approve recommended change to the Youth Sports Handbook, effective November 17, 2025
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
The Board of Public Utilities, the Needles Public Utility Authority, and the City Council will hold public hearings on proposed increases to water and wastewater rates. Staff reports and public comments will be reviewed before the bodies waive readings and adopt resolutions setting the new rates effective February 1, 2026, and rescinding prior rate resolutions.
- Public hearing on proposed water rate increase
- Adopt Resolution No. 11-12-25 BPU establishing water rates effective Feb 1, 2026
- Public hearing on proposed wastewater rate increase
- Adopt Resolution No. 11-12-25-1 BPU establishing wastewater rates effective Feb 1, 2026
- Rescind all prior resolutions related to water and wastewater rates
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The council held public hearings and adopted resolutions to set new water and wastewater service rates effective February 1, 2026. A first‑read ordinance (No. 678‑AC) amending Chapter 8, Article II of the municipal code was also adopted. Additional items included routine consent‑calendar approvals and a contract amendment with a $197,195 appropriation increase for the Sheriff’s contract and overtime.
- Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑47 approving water service rates effective Feb 1, 2026
- Adopt Resolution No. 2025‑48 approving wastewater service rates effective Feb 1, 2026
- First‑read adoption of Ordinance No. 678‑AC amending Chapter 8, Article II of the municipal code
- Approve Amendment No. 30 to Contract No. 99‑376 with County of San Bernardino and increase appropriations by $197,195 for Sheriff’s contract and overtime
- Consent calendar approvals: warrants register, October 28 minutes, October treasurer’s report, and City Manager employment agreement amendment
The council, the Board of Public Utilities and the Needles Public Utility Authority unanimously adopted resolutions setting new water and wastewater rates starting February 1, 2026. They also approved a contract amendment adding $172,195 to the sheriff’s contract and $25,000 for overtime, funded with $197,195 of General Fund reserves. An ordinance amending Chapter 8, Article II of the municipal code was adopted, and the agenda was approved as amended.
- Settlement agreement approved unanimously (executive session)
- Water service rates resolution adopted by Board, NPUA and Council, effective Feb 1 2026 (unanimous votes)
- Wastewater service rates resolution adopted by Board, NPUA and Council, effective Feb 1 2026 (unanimous votes)
- Amendment No.30 to Contract 99-376 approved, adding $172,195 to sheriff contract and $25,000 overtime (unanimous)
- Ordinance 678-AC amending municipal code adopted, waived full reading (unanimous)
- Agenda approved as amended, motion carried with all ayes (unanimous)
- Consent calendar items 6‑8 (warrants register, minutes, treasurer report) approved (unanimous)
- Mayor and Vice Mayor authorized to attend League of California Cities Academy, motion carried (unanimous)
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on November 5, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
The regular meeting scheduled for November 4, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of agenda items. The Board will instead meet during a special public hearing on November 12, 2025, to consider a five-year schedule of water and wastewater rate changes.
- Cancellation of November 4, 2025 regular meeting
- Special public hearing on November 12, 2025 regarding five-year water and wastewater rate changes
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The City Council and Public Utility Authority will discuss a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan and a new electric services code. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and an increase in funding for law enforcement services.
- Resolution 2025-44 for the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (LHMP) to maintain FEMA grant eligibility
- Amendment No. 30 to Contract No. 99-376 increasing law enforcement appropriations by $197,195
- Resolution 2025-45 adopting a new Chapter 6C regarding terms and conditions for the sale of electric services
- Contract with Reliable Pump Inc. to rebuild a wastewater pump for a total cost of $19,196.39
- Purchase of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Instruments from Amerex for $80,851.50
The council excused the absence of Council Member McCorkle and approved the amended agenda. It adopted Resolution 2025‑44, the Local Hazard Mitigation Plan required for FEMA grant eligibility. The council also approved several utility and finance items, including a license agreement with Route 66 Broadband, a $19,196.39 wastewater pump rebuild, an $80,851.50 greenhouse‑gas instrument purchase, and updates to the electric services code. Additionally, the audit contract was extended to March 31 2026 and a SBCTA funds administration agreement was adopted.
- Excused Council Member McCorkle's absence (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Approved agenda amendment (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑44 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Authorized License Agreement with Route 66 Broadband for pole use (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Approved wastewater pump rebuild project costing $19,196.39 (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Approved purchase of greenhouse‑gas emissions instruments for $80,851.50 (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑45 updating Chapter 6C Electric Services (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
- Extended FY 2024 audit contract with Vasquez Company LLC to March 31 2026 (5 Ayes, 0 Noes)
COMMUNITY MEETING RE: PROP 218 UTILITY RATES
The Board of Public Utilities and the Needles City Council/Needles Public Utility Authority will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM. The hearing will consider a five‑year schedule of changes to water and wastewater rates. The community meeting includes a staff presentation, public comment, and closing remarks.
- Public hearing on Nov 12, 2025 at 6:00 PM to consider five‑year water and wastewater rate schedule
- City staff presentation on proposed utility rate changes
- Public comment and Q&A session
- Notice mailed to all property owners and customers
- ADA assistance request phone number: (760) 326-2113 ext 133
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles Housing Commission will consider three informational updates and one action item. Commissioners will vote to approve the minutes from the July 23, 2025 meeting. The meeting also includes a City Manager report covering the weeks of October 3 and 10, 2025.
- Housing Authority Update (information only)
- Approve the Minutes of July 23, 2025 (action needed)
- Primary Fencing Project Update (information only)
- City Manager's Report for the weeks of October 3 and 10, 2025
- Public appearance comments (up to three minutes per speaker)
COMMUNITY MEETING RE: PROP 218 UTILITY RATES
The Board of Public Utilities and the City Council will hold a public hearing on November 12, 2025, to consider a five-year schedule of changes to water and wastewater rates. Property owners and customers should have received a notice in the mail. The meeting is an introduction and presentation by City Staff.
- Public hearing on November 12, 2025, for water and wastewater rate changes
- Five-year schedule of rate changes proposed
- City Hall front entrance posted on October 20, 2025
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
The Board will vote on a resolution to rescind the current Chapter 6C of the Needles Municipal Code and adopt a new Chapter 6C that sets terms for electric service sales. It will also consider a license agreement for joint use of city poles with Route 66 Broadband and authorize Reliable Pump Inc. to rebuild a wastewater pump for $19,196.39. Additional items include ratifying a $80,851.50 purchase of greenhouse‑gas emissions instruments and discussing the EPA's proposed end to the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program.
- Approve License Agreement for joint use of poles with Route 66 Broadband (ACT)
- Authorize Reliable Pump Inc. to rebuild wastewater pump – total cost $19,196.39 (ACT)
- Resolution to rescind and adopt new Chapter 6C on electric service terms (ACT)
- Ratify purchase of greenhouse‑gas emissions instruments from Amerex for $80,851.50 (ACT)
- Discussion of EPA proposed rule to end the Greenhouse Gas Reporting Program (DIS)
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
The Administrative Hearing Officer will review staff reports on blight issues for 1106 Broadway, 1211 Front Street, and 132 Erin Drive. Recommendations include upholding citations, declaring the properties public nuisances, and authorizing demolition, abatement orders, liens, and collection of costs and fines. Members of the public may address the Hearing Officer during the meeting.
- 1106 Broadway – uphold citation, declare public nuisance, consider demolition or abatement, and place lien to collect costs
- 1211 Front Street – uphold citation, declare public nuisance, consider demolition or abatement, and place lien to collect costs
- 132 Erin Drive – uphold citation, declare public nuisance, consider demolition or abatement, and place lien to collect costs
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The scheduled Parks & Recreation Commission meeting for Monday, October 20, 2025 was cancelled due to lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, November 17, 2025.
CEMETERY ADVISORY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
The Cemetery Advisory Commission's regular meeting scheduled for October 16, 2025 was canceled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for January 15, 2026 at 3:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
COMMUNITY MEETING RE: PROP 218 UTILITY RATES
The City of Needles is convening a community meeting to discuss Proposition 218 utility rates. City staff will present information about the rates, followed by a public comment and Q&A period. No formal decisions are scheduled for this meeting.
- Presentation by City staff on Proposition 218 utility rates
- Public comment and Q&A session
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, including the approval of the Warrants Register, meeting minutes and a $427,832.90 award to WEKA, Inc. for Phase V of the water service replacement project. Regular council business includes raising the salary for the Development Services/Capital Projects employment agreement to $159,300, authorizing a homeless services agreement with San Bernardino County, and approving a $70,000 amendment to a consulting services contract. The council will also discuss staff direction on a $15,500 purchase of open‑meeting technology and other discretionary matters.
- Award bid to WEKA, Inc. for Phase V Water Service Replacement Project – $388,939 plus 10% contingency, total $427,832.90 (ACT)
- Adopt Resolution 2025‑42 to set Kathy Raasch’s salary at $159,300 for Development Services/Capital Projects (ACT)
- Approve Sixth Amendment to On‑Call Consulting Services Agreement with Development Management Group, Inc., up to $70,000, extending term to June 30 2026 (ACT)
- Authorize City Manager to execute agreement with San Bernardino County for Homeless Services Program and issue an RFP (ACT)
- Provide staff direction for purchase of Open Meeting Technologies council voting software, equipment, installation, and training, not to exceed $15,500 (DIS)
The council approved a $427,832.90 Phase V Water Service Replacement contract with WEKA, Inc. It also adopted a salary amendment for Development Services Director Kathy Raasch, authorized the homeless services agreement with San Bernardino County and a related RFP, and approved purchase of voting‑software equipment up to $15,500. Additional approvals included a non‑binding notice for a California Welcome Center certification and a $70,000 amendment to an economic‑development consulting agreement.
- Awarded Phase V Water Service Replacement contract to WEKA, Inc. for $427,832.90 (unanimous Ayes: Ford, McCorkle, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑42 amending Kathy Raasch’s employment agreement, setting salary at $159,300 (unanimous)
- Authorized City Manager to execute Homeless Services Program agreement with San Bernardino County and to issue an RFP (unanimous)
- Authorized purchase of Open Meeting Technologies council voting software, equipment, installation and training, not to exceed $15,500 (Ayes: Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake; Noes: Ford, McCorkle)
- Authorized staff to submit non‑binding Notice of Intent for Visit California Welcome Center certification (unanimous)
- Approved Sixth Amendment to On‑Call Consulting Services Agreement with Development Management Group, Inc., up to $70,000, extending term to June 30, 2026 (unanimous)
- Approved Warrants Register through Oct. 14, 2025 (unanimous)
- Approved minutes for Sep. 23, 2025 and Sep. 25, 2025 City events (unanimous)
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
The Board of Public Utilities meeting scheduled for Tuesday, October 7, 2025 was canceled because there were no agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, October 21, 2025 at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers, 1111 Bailey Avenue, Needles.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The City of Needles Planning Commission regular meeting scheduled for Wednesday, October 1, 2025 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. The notice was posted on September 25, 2025. The next regular meeting is set for Wednesday, November 5, 2025.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regularly scheduled Housing Commission meeting on September 24, 2025 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for October 22, 2025.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles City Council will vote on several items, including a $89,700.82 change order that raises the Water Main and Manifold Improvements contract with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. to $1,218,376.82. The council will also adopt a joint pole rate resolution and approve design services for a new Dial‑A‑Ride vehicle building. Additional agenda items cover ADA consulting services, a field renaming, and routine consent‑calendar approvals.
- Adopt Resolution 2025-41 establishing a joint pole rate of $15.10 (effective Dec 1 2025) and $22.41 (effective Dec 1 2026).
- Approve Change Order #1 to the Public Works Agreement with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc., increasing the contract by $89,700.82 to a total of $1,218,376.82.
- Approve site location and architectural proposal for a new metal building for Dial‑A‑Ride vehicles; Selberg and Associates design services cost $14,950.
- Accept proposal from Disability Access Consultants for an ADA self‑evaluation and transition plan, total cost $37,900 (funded $23,500 by CJPIA and $14,400 by the city).
- Rename Ed Parry Field and Phillips Field Complex.
The City Council adopted a joint pole rate of $15.10 effective Dec. 1, 2025 and $22.41 effective Dec. 1, 2026. It also approved a change order that raises the water main and manifold improvements contract by $89,700.82. Additional approvals included a letter supporting Palo Verde Healthcare, a design contract for a new Dial‑A‑Ride building, and an ADA self‑evaluation contract.
- Adopted Resolution 2025-41 setting joint pole rate $15.10 (12/1/2025) and $22.41 (12/1/2026); vote 5-2
- Approved Change Order #1 increasing Water Main contract to $1,218,376.82 (up $89,700.82); vote 7-0
- Authorized Mayor to sign letter of support for Palo Verde Healthcare District and Hospital; vote 6-0
- Approved site location and $14,950 architectural design services for new Dial‑A‑Ride metal building; vote 6-0
- Approved $37,900 contract with Disability Access Consultants for ADA self‑evaluation; vote 6-0
- Approved Council Consent Calendar items 4‑6 (Warrants Register, Sep 9 minutes, Aug Treasurer’s Report); vote 6-0
- Approved Employee Appreciation Event for Dec 5, 2025, organized by Mayor, Vice Mayor and Council Member Belt
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
The board will first approve the minutes from the September 2, 2025 meeting. It will then adopt the 2025 Joint‑Use Rate Cost of Service Fees analysis and increase the Joint‑Use Attachment Fee to $15.10 for 2025 and $22.41 for 2026. An informational report on EUSI, LLC’s operational support for the wastewater treatment facility will be presented, followed by the manager’s report.
- Approve minutes of the regular meeting held September 2, 2025
- Adopt 2025 Joint‑Use Rate Cost of Service Fees analysis and raise Joint‑Use Attachment Fee to $15.10 for 2025 and $22.41 for 2026
- Information report: EUSI, LLC operational support services for the wastewater treatment facility (August 2025)
- Manager’s Report covering August 29 and September 5, 2025
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles Parks & Recreation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for September 15, 2025 was cancelled. No agenda items were presented, so no decisions or discussions will occur. The next regular meeting is set for October 20, 2025.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The City Council and Public Utility Authority will consider updates to water, wastewater, and electric rates. The body is also deciding on a restaurant lease at River’s Edge Golf Course and a related kitchen remodel project.
- Bid award to Precise Builders, Inc. for 19th Hole Bar & Grill Kitchen Remodel for $500,039
- Proposed 2.7% cost-of-living increase in electric basic service charge rate
- Ordinance 675-AC prohibiting camping on public property
- Contract with Lincus Incorporated for GHG verification services not to exceed $26,014
- Electric SCADA Software from Survalent not to exceed $137,126
The council approved multiple utility contracts, adopted rate studies, and enacted a 2.7% electric rate increase, all by unanimous roll‑call vote. It also ratified a three‑year MOU with Teamsters Local 1932 and appropriated funds for it. Additionally, the council adopted the Off‑Highway Motor Vehicle Master Plan and pilot project (Resolution 2025‑38). All motions passed with no dissent.
- Approved Lincus Inc. contract for AB 32 GHG verification services up to $26,014 (unanimous)
- Approved Survalent electric SCADA software contract up to $137,126 (unanimous)
- Accepted Comprehensive Water and Wastewater Cost of Service Study and opened 45‑day comment period (unanimous)
- Accepted Comprehensive Electric Service Ratemaking Study (unanimous)
- Approved 2.7% COLA increase to electric basic service charge, over‑hydro rate $0.1159, eliminated $0.0300 PCA (unanimous)
- Adopted Off‑Highway Motor Vehicle Master Plan and pilot project (Resolution 2025‑38) (unanimous)
- Adopted three‑year MOU with Teamsters Local 1932, Classified and Unclassified units (unanimous)
- Approved items 8‑17 on Council Consent Calendar, including warrant register, minutes, resolutions, ordinance amendment, transit plan, employee benefits, lease extension, seed purchase, server purchase, and five‑year capital improvement plan (unanimous)
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regularly scheduled Planning Commission meeting on September 3, 2025 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next regular meeting is set for October 1, 2025.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
The Board of Public Utilities will discuss adjusting electric service charges and power cost adjustments. The body is also considering contracts for greenhouse gas verification and electric system software.
- Proposed 2.7% cost-of-living increase in electric basic service charge rate effective October 1, 2025
- Electric SCADA Software from Survalent not to exceed $137,126
- Lincus Incorporated contract for AB 32 GHG Verification Services not to exceed $26,014
- Proposed over-hydro rate of $0.1159 effective October 1, 2025
- Letter to the EPA supporting the revoking of the Greenhouse Gas Emission Rule
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regular meeting of the Needles City Council, NPUA, and HACN scheduled for August 26, 2025, was cancelled. This cancellation was decided by the City Council during their May 13, 2025 meeting.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA - CANCELED
The Board of Public Utilities meeting scheduled for August 19, 2025, has been canceled. This cancellation was based on action taken by the Board during their May 20, 2025, meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Parks and Recreation Commission will meet to discuss the renaming of a specific sports complex. The body will also review golf statistics and financial reports.
- Recommendation to rename the complex consisting of Ed Parry Field and Phillips Field
- Review of Golf Stats for May - July 2025
- Review of Financials for April - May 2025
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles City Council will adopt Ordinance 675-AC, adding Chapter 11A to prohibit camping on public property. The council will also vote on a green fee increase at Rivers Edge Golf Course, approve a subdivision map for 193 Morgan Drive, and authorize a $32,573.22 contract amendment for the NHA Primary Fencing Project. Additional items include a marketing services amendment with Tripepi Smith up to $40,000.
- Adopt Ordinance 675-AC adding camping prohibitions to the municipal code (ACT)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-32 increasing green fee rates at Rivers Edge Golf Course (ACT)
- Adopt Resolution 2025-35 approving Tentative Parcel Map 20989 for 193 Morgan Drive (ACT)
- Approve Change Order No.1 increasing Golden West Fence contract by $32,573.22 (ACT)
- Approve First Amendment to Professional Services Agreement with Tripepi Smith up to $40,000 (ACT)
The council unanimously approved the agenda continuation to the September 9 meeting. It accepted the City’s 2023 financial and single audit reports, increased green fee rates at the Rivers Edge Golf Course, and approved a tentative parcel map for 193 Morgan Drive. The council also adopted Ordinance 676‑AC for water/sewer fee objections, approved a $32,573 change order for the NHA fencing project, and established a new LAIF account for HACN. Finally, the council waived the formal bid requirement and accepted a three‑year audit services proposal from LSL CPAs for $416,713, adding a $30,000 purchase‑order increase.
- Approved agenda item 23 to be continued to September 9 meeting (unanimous)
- Accepted and filed City Annual Financial Report and Single Audit Report for FY ended June 30 2023 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑32 to increase Green Fee Rates at Rivers Edge Golf Course (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑35 approving Tentative Parcel Map 20989 to subdivide 2.54 acres at 193 Morgan Drive (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 676‑AC establishing procedure for property‑owner objections to water/sewer fees (unanimous)
- Approved Change Order No. 1 for NHA Primary Fencing Project, raising contract by $32,573.22 to $233,099.77 (unanimous)
- Adopted Resolution 2025‑11‑HACN authorizing new LAIF account and staff transfer authority (unanimous)
- Waived formal bid requirement and accepted three‑year audit services proposal from LSL CPAs for $416,713 with 10% contingency and increased purchase order with Vaquez & Company by $30,000 (unanimous)
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on a Tentative Parcel Map that would split 2.54 gross acres at 193 Morgan Drive into three parcels within the Two‑Family Residential (R‑2) zone. The commission will adopt a resolution recommending City Council approval of the map. The agenda also includes routine approval of the June 4, 2025 meeting minutes and a City Manager report.
- Public hearing on Tentative Parcel Map (TPM) 20989 to subdivide 2.54 acres at 193 Morgan Drive into three R‑2 parcels (APN 0650-318-08-0000)
- Adopt Planning Commission Resolution No. 08-06-2025-PC recommending City Council approval of the TPM
- Approve the minutes of the June 4, 2025 Planning Commission meeting
- City Manager report for the weeks of July 18 and July 25, 2025
- Public appearance period for citizens to address the commission (3‑minute limit per speaker)
The commission excused Commissioner Dressler’s absence and approved the meeting agenda. It adopted a resolution recommending city council approval of a tentative parcel map to subdivide 2.54 gross acres at 193 Morgan Drive into three parcels within R‑2 zoning. The commission also approved the June 4, 2025 minutes and adjourned the meeting.
- Excused Commissioner Dressler’s absence – motion carried (6-0)
- Approved meeting agenda – motion carried (6-0)
- Adopted resolution recommending city council approve TPM 20989 for 193 Morgan Dr – motion carried (6-0)
- Approved minutes of June 4, 2025 – motion carried (6-0)
- Adjourned meeting – motion carried (6-0)
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Board of Public Utilities will receive a presentation on electric rate study results and consider several utility-related contracts. The meeting includes the acceptance of a CPUC electric distribution audit and a greenhouse gas emissions report.
- PowerPoint presentation by Raftelis on Electric Rate Study Results
- Change Order #1 with Raftelis Financial Consultants, Inc. not to exceed $5,000
- Expenditure not to exceed $15,000 for Brooks Consulting, LLC for electrical engineering services
- License Agreement amendment with Fort Mojave Telecommunications, Inc. for poles on Erin Drive, Washington Street, and Highland Avenue
- Acceptance of the CPUC Electric Distribution Audit from March 10-14, 2025
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Housing Commission will receive an update from the Housing Authority of the City of Needles. The body is also deciding whether to cancel its regular meetings scheduled for November 26 and December 24, 2025.
- Cancellation of November 26 and December 24, 2025, regular meetings
- Housing Authority of the City of Needles update
- Approval of April 23, 2025, minutes
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The City Council announced that the regular meeting scheduled for Tuesday, July 22, 2025 was cancelled at their May 13, 2025 meeting. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for Tuesday, August 12, 2025 at 6:00 P.M.
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Needles Parks & Recreation Commission's regular meeting on July 21, 2025 was cancelled because there were no agenda items. No decisions or discussions will take place. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, August 18, 2025.
CEMETERY ADVISORY COMMISSION OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
The regular meeting of the Cemetery Advisory Commission scheduled for July 17, 2025, has been canceled. This action follows a decision made by the Commission during their May 22, 2025, meeting.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA - CANCELED
The Board of Public Utilities meeting scheduled for July 15, 2025, has been canceled. This cancellation was based on action taken by the Board during their May 20, 2025, meeting.
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt Resolution 2025‑30, which revises the schedule of certain fees and charges for city services. The council will also consider routine items on the consent calendar, including reservoir inspection reports, a cross‑connection control plan, and financial statements. Additional actions include reclassifying the Human Resources Specialist position to Human Resources Analyst effective July 1 2025 and adopting Ordinance 675‑AC to add Chapter 11A, Camping, to the municipal code. All items will be voted on during the regular council meeting.
- Adopt Resolution 2025‑30 to revise city service fee schedule (public hearing)
- Accept 2025 Reservoir Inspection Report for East and West Tanks at San Clemente (Clary Drive) and High Tank on Parkway
- Adopt State Water Resources Control Board Cross‑Connection Control (CCC) Plan
- Approve reclassification of Human Resources Specialist to Human Resources Analyst effective July 1 2025
- Adopt Ordinance 675‑AC adding Chapter 11A, Camping, to the Needles Municipal Code
The council adopted Ordinance 675-AC, adding Chapter 11A to the municipal code to prohibit camping on public property. It also approved a revised fee schedule (Resolution 2025-30) and adopted the annual investment policy (Resolution 2025-31). The Human Resources Specialist position was reclassified to Human Resources Analyst, and the council accepted the 2025 reservoir inspection reports and the State Water Resources Control Board Cross‑Connection Control Plan. Additional consent items such as the Warrants Register and Treasurer’s Report were also approved.
- Adopted Ordinance 675-AC prohibiting camping on public property (5-1)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-30 revising city service fee schedule (6-0)
- Adopted Resolution 2025-31 adopting annual investment policy (6-0)
- Approved reclassification of HR Specialist to HR Analyst (6-0)
- Accepted 2025 Reservoir Inspection Reports for East/West Tanks and High Tank (6-0)
- Adopted State Water Resources Control Board Cross‑Connection Control Plan (6-0)
- Approved Warrants Register through July 8, 2025 (6-0)
- Approved May 2025 Treasurer’s Report (6-0)
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The regularly scheduled meeting of the Planning Commission on July 2, 2025, was cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of agenda items.
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
The Board will consider a Power Purchase Cost Adjustment for April 2025, keeping the over‑hydro rate at $0.1238. It will also adopt the State Water Resources Control Board Cross Connection Control Plan and accept 2025 reservoir inspection reports for the East and West Tanks on San Clemente at Clary Drive and the High Tank on Parkway. Additional items include approval of the annual depository statement for FY 2025‑2026 and the appointment of a member to the Alternative Energy Ad Hoc Committee.
- Approve Power Purchase Cost Adjustment (PCA) for April 2025 and continue over‑hydro rate of $0.1238
- Adopt State Water Resources Control Board Cross Connection Control (CCC) Plan prepared by John Bush
- Accept 2025 Reservoir Inspection Reports for East and West Tanks on San Clemente at Clary Drive and High Tank on Parkway
- Approve Annual Depository Statement for fiscal year 2025‑2026 for bond debt service and related payments
- Appointment to the Alternative Energy Ad Hoc Committee