McFarland public meetings in 2023

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold its regular meeting on December 14, 2023, at 6:00 PM in Council Chambers (103 W. Sherwood Ave). The meeting includes votes on five-year utility rate increases, new taser purchases, and a development agreement with OTC McFarland LLC. Residents may address the council during public comment periods.

• Approval of $511,135.17 expense report (11/18–12/01/2023)
• Approval of $462,871.70 November 2023 payroll report
• Public hearing on proposed water, sewer, and solid waste rate increases effective January 1, 2024
• Approval of $5,787.24 for utility trailer purchase
• Approval of Resolution No. 2023-155 to purchase new tasers

General

The McFarland Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two items: a zoning code amendment regarding Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and a development agreement with OTC McFarland, LLC. The commission will consider resolutions recommending City Council approval for both. The agenda also includes approval of prior meeting minutes and a discussion of the 2024 meeting schedule.

• Public hearing on ADU zoning code amendments (Chapters 17.16.060 and 17.136.150) with CEQA exemption
• Public hearing on development agreement with OTC McFarland, LLC under Municipal Code Chapter 19.04
• Consent agenda: approval of September 6, 2023 special meeting minutes
• Discussion of 2024 Planning Commission schedule (information only)

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues, with a focus on the police building. The agenda also includes updates from the McFarland Police Department and a water meter reading update. Public comments are limited to agenda items only.

• Discussion of police building
• McFarland Police Department update
• Water meter reading update
• Committee goals, objectives, and assignments

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a regular meeting with several administrative items, including approving a first addendum to a water systems agreement with Golden Empire Water, re-instating the Finance Manager position with a new salary range, and appropriating funds for a community vigil at the Veterans Center. The council will also enter closed session to discuss the sale of property APN 060-050-24 with San Joaquin Renewables LLC. Consent items include approval of expense and payroll reports totaling over $843,000.

• Resolution 2023-0132: First addendum to water systems agreement with Mario A. Cervantes, DBA Golden Empire Water
• Resolution 2023-0133: Use of Veterans Center for community vigil, $500 from General Fund
• Resolution 2023-0135: Re-institute Finance Manager position, updated salary range, budget adjustments to General, Wastewater, Refuse, and Water funds
• Resolution 2023-0136: Additional allocation from General Fund and agreement with Cannon
• Closed session: Real property negotiation for APN 060-050-24 with San Joaquin Renewables LLC

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve two administrative items: a donation agreement with CPT Operating Partnership and a contract with WaterWorkForce to provide temporary oversight of the city’s wastewater system. No other substantive decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Resolution No. 2023-0134: Approve donation agreement with CPT Operating Partnership
• Resolution No. 2023-0137: Approve agreement with WaterWorkForce for temporary wastewater system oversight

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting Ordinance No. 0012-2023, which updates Title 8 and Title 10 of the municipal code. The council will also discuss scheduling regular meetings around Thanksgiving and Christmas, and consider a resolution to record a grant deed for a drainage basin at Tract 7393. Consent items include approval of an expense report totaling $171,583.87 and meeting minutes. A closed session is scheduled for real property negotiations with San Juaquin Renewables LLC and labor negotiations with the City Manager.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 0012-2023 updating Title 8 and Title 10 of the municipal code
• Resolution No. 2023-0129 authorizing recordation of grant deed for drainage basin at Tract 7393
• Expense report approval for $171,583.87 (10/04/2023-10/17/2023)
• Closed session: real property negotiation for APN 060-050-24 with San Juaquin Renewables LLC
• Closed session: labor negotiation with unrepresented employee (City Manager)

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider recommending that the City Council approve zoning code amendments for Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) and Junior ADUs, bringing local rules into compliance with state law. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the September 6 special meeting, canceling the November 21 and December 19 regular meetings in favor of a special meeting on December 5, and receive updates from the Community Development Department.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 0005-2023 recommending ADU zoning code amendments to Chapters 17.16.060 and 17.136.150
• CEQA Notice of Exemption for the ADU ordinance amendments
• Consideration of canceling November 21 and December 19 meetings, holding special meeting December 5 at 6:00 PM
• Approval of Planning Commission minutes from September 6, 2023 special meeting

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on two ordinances, including one to update municipal code titles 8 and 10, and will consider resolutions to approve utility rate studies with proposed five-year rate schedules effective January 1, 2024, and to fund rehabilitation of the Browning Well. The council will also discuss and possibly approve agreements for building inspection and plan check services, and will receive a quarterly update from the Community Development Director. Consent agenda items include approval of expense and payroll reports totaling over $1 million.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No.0011-2023 amending Municipal Code Chapter 1.08.010 related to postings
• Introduction and first reading of Ordinance No.0012-2023 updating Title 8 and Title 10 of the Municipal Code
• Resolution No. 2023-0127 accepting utility rate study reports and approving five-year rate schedules for water, sewer, and solid waste effective Jan 1, 2024, with a public hearing set for Dec 14, 2023
• Resolution No. 2023-0128 approving funds from the Water Enterprise Fund to rehabilitate the Browning Well
• Resolution No. 2023-0125 authorizing agreements for building inspection and plan check services

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting with a single action item: to discuss and possibly approve Resolution No. 2023-0122, which approves a proposal addressing discrepancies in the R&F Disposal franchise agreement. Public comment is limited to agenda items only, with a two-minute speaking limit per person.

• Resolution No. 2023-0122 approving R&F Disposal franchise agreement discrepancies proposal

City Council

This is a special meeting of the McFarland City Council and related municipal entities. The only substantive item is a closed session to consult with the City Manager and Finance Director regarding a threat to public services or facilities. No other business or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Closed session under Government Code § 54957: threat to public services or facilities, consultation with City Manager and Finance Director
• Special meeting format: public comment limited to agenda items only
• Next regular meeting scheduled for October 12, 2023

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The agenda includes selecting a member for the Euthanasia Committee, discussing the Animal Control Shelter and its capacity, and addressing the Festival Committee and Veteran's Hall. No formal decisions are listed; the items are for discussion.

• Euthanasia Committee member selection
• Animal Control Shelter discussion
• Animal shelter capacity
• Festival Committee
• Veteran's Hall

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting to consider three resolutions authorizing budget adjustments and contracts for public works projects. These include tree trimming, street sign manufacturing, and alleyway refurbishment, all funded from the general fund.

• Resolution 2023-0116: $15,800.00 to Johnny's Garden & Lawn Svc. for tree trimming
• Resolution 2023-0117: $6,041.27 to Statewide Safety for street sign manufacturing
• Resolution 2023-0118: $43,601.58 from general fund for alleyway refurbishment
• Alleyway project includes $32,000 for temporary staff, $11,001.58 for equipment rental, $1,200 for hand tools

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve two administrative items: an agreement with the McFarland Unified School District to establish a reserve police officer position and reclassify the current community service officer, and a budget amendment of $60,041.69 to complete the water meter project using funds from the city's water enterprise fund. The agenda also includes a proclamation for Mexican Independence Day. Public comment is limited to agenda items at this special meeting.

• Resolution No. 2023-0115: Approve agreement with McFarland Unified School District for reserve police officer services, establish position and job description, authorize reclassification of community service officer
• Resolution No. 2023-0113: Authorize budget amendment of $60,041.69 to complete water meter project, using funds from city's enterprise fund designated for water services
• Mexican Independence Day Proclamation

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues, including the police building and meter reads. The agenda is largely procedural with no consent items or public hearings listed.

• Discussion of committee goals and objectives
• Follow-up issues, including police building
• Other business: meter reads

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Policy and Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues, including refuse services. The only other business item is meters and meter reading. No consent items are listed, and the agenda is largely procedural with no specific decisions or proposals detailed.

• Discussion of committee goals, objectives, and assignments
• Follow-up issues, including refuse
• Other business: meters and meter reading

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on a new sign ordinance and adopt ordinances on abandoned premises and commercial cannabis permitting. They will also consider transferring the solid waste franchise from R&F Disposal to USA Waste of California, approving a final map for Tract 7393 Phase 2, and approving a new employment agreement for the Chief of Police. The agenda includes routine consent items and closed session discussions on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• First reading of Ordinance No. 0009-2023 to repeal and replace sign regulations (Title 17, Chapter 17.142)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 0007-2023 on abandoned premises (new Chapter 15.40)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 0008-2023 amending commercial cannabis permitting (Section 19.04.110(a))
• Resolution No. 2023-0099 to transfer solid waste franchise from R&F Disposal to USA Waste of California
• Resolution No. 2023-0101 to approve Chief of Police employment agreement and additional police budget allocation

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, and assignments, and to follow up on issues. Specific agenda items include selecting a member for the Euthanasia Committee, discussing the Animal Control Shelter and its capacity, and addressing the Festival Committee and Veteran's Hall. The meeting is open to the public with limited comment time.

• Euthanasia Committee member selection
• Animal Control Shelter discussion
• Animal shelter capacity
• Festival Committee update
• Veteran's Hall discussion

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Resolution No. 2023-0003-PC, which recommends that the City Council approve an amendment to the McFarland Municipal Code (Chapter 17.142 of Title 17 Zoning) to regulate sign structures and create a clear procedure for sign reviews. The commission will also approve the February 7, 2023 special meeting minutes and receive a presentation on the City's Hazard Mitigation Plan update.

• Public hearing on Resolution No. 2023-0003-PC to amend sign ordinance (Chapter 17.142)
• Approval of February 7, 2023 Special Meeting Minutes
• Discussion of City of McFarland Hazard Mitigation Plan Update

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on three ordinances: adopting a code compliance chapter, introducing an abandoned premises ordinance, and amending commercial cannabis permitting rules. The council will also consider resolutions on community grants, flood mitigation, CDBG closeout, fee restatement, a drinking water grant, and a final tract map, plus approve routine expense and payroll reports.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance 0006-2023 adding Chapter 8.22 and amending code compliance sections
• First reading of Ordinance 0007-2023 adding Chapter 15.40 on abandoned premises
• First reading of Ordinance 0008-2023 amending Section 19.04.110(a) on commercial cannabis permitting
• Resolution 2023-0095 restating fees in Chapters 10 and 18 of the Municipal Code
• Resolution 2023-0097 approving final map for Tract Map No. 7214 Phase 5

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Policy and Finance Committee will hold a special meeting at City Hall Conference Room to discuss goals, objectives, assignments, and refuse issues. No consent items or formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues, with a specific focus on the police building. The agenda also includes a discussion item on meter reads. No consent items are listed, and the meeting is open to public comment on agenda items only.

• Discussion of committee goals and objectives
• Discussion of assignments and follow-up issues
• Discussion of the police building
• Discussion item on meter reads

City Council

The McFarland City Council held a special meeting to discuss staffing the Water Operator II position. Due to recruitment challenges, the council approved underfilling the vacancy with a Water Operator in Training, keeping the higher-level position authorized for future promotion.

• Underfill Water Operator II vacancy with Water Operator in Training per Resolution No. 2023-0091
• No additional financial impact; budget already accounts for Water Operator II salary
• Two eligible Water Operator in Training candidates identified
• Water Operator II position remains authorized and vacant for future internal promotion

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting with one action item: a resolution to underfill the vacant Water Operator II position with a Water Operator in Training. The city has been unable to find qualified applicants for the higher-level role, but has identified two eligible candidates for the trainee position. Approval would allow the Public Works Department to hire the second trainee candidate, with no additional budget impact.

• Resolution No. 2023-0091 to underfill Water Operator II vacancy with Water Operator in Training
• Two eligible candidates identified for Water Operator in Training position
• Water Operator II position to remain authorized and vacant for future promotion
• No additional financial impact; salary for Water Operator II already budgeted

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a public hearing on a code compliance ordinance, consider approving a $799,565 street rehabilitation contract with Bowman Asphalt, Inc., review audited financial statements, and possibly approve an employment agreement for the Assistant Public Works Director. The consent agenda includes approval of expenses totaling $218,625.23 and meeting minutes. A closed session will address potential litigation.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 0006-2023 adding Chapter 8.22 and amending code compliance chapters
• Resolution No. 2023-0090 to accept Bowman Asphalt, Inc. bid for 2023 Street Rehabilitation - Various Locations Project at $799,565, plus up to $159,914 for contingency and management
• Report and possible approval of audited financial statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2022
• Possible approval of employment agreement for Adam Cabrera as Assistant Public Works Director
• Resolution No. 2023-0089 to allocate Community Grants Program funds to McFarland Lions Club #2351

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The main business items are selecting a member for the Euthanasia Committee, discussing the Animal Control Shelter, and addressing its capacity. This is a discussion-only meeting with no final decisions listed on the agenda.

• Euthanasia Committee member selection
• Animal Control Shelter discussion
• Animal shelter capacity
• Committee goals, objectives, and assignments

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission is holding a regular meeting with no public hearings or consent items. The main discussion item is 'Future Business,' which includes a sign ordinance, Annexation 19, Annexation 20, and a Notice of Preparation for an Environmental Impact Report (EIR) for San Joaquin Renewables. These are discussion items only, not final decisions.

• Discussion of a Sign Ordinance
• Discussion of Annexation 19
• Discussion of Annexation 20
• Notice of Preparation for an EIR for San Joaquin Renewables

City Council

The McFarland City Council will consider routine consent items including expense and payroll reports, and a resolution accepting a quote for road work. They will also discuss and possibly approve a consulting agreement, authorize bids for pedestrian safety improvements, assign delegates to a conference, and allocate funds for janitorial services. A closed session is scheduled for anticipated litigation.

• Resolution 2023-0086: Accept Advance Concrete quote for road work near Whisler Rd and Mast Ave, budget adjustment of $29,019
• Resolution 2023-0087: Consulting agreement with Patrick S. Jacobs
• Authorize advertisement for construction bids for HSIP Cycle 10 Pedestrian Safety Improvements project
• Resolution 2023-0088: Additional General Fund allocation for monthly janitorial service for City Council Chambers
• Expense report of $499,433.19 and payroll report of $380,828.83

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Policy and Finance Committee held a special meeting on July 5, 2023, at City Hall Conference Room to discuss goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. No consent items were listed, and public comments were limited to agenda items only. The meeting also included a brief discussion on meters/meter reading.

• Public comments restricted to agenda items only
• Meters/meter reading discussed
• No consent items listed

City Council

The McFarland City Council will consider adopting the annual operating budget for fiscal year 2023-24 and the 2023-28 Capital Improvement Program, along with the annual appropriations limit. The council will also vote on several resolutions, including a zero-emission bus plan, a utility vehicle purchase, road funding applications, a new staff position, and grant acceptances. The meeting includes proclamations for Boys & Girls Club Week and a local church anniversary, plus a closed session on anticipated litigation.

• Resolution 2023-0077: Approve FY 2023-24 operating budget and 2023-28 Capital Improvement Program
• Resolution 2023-0076: Adopt annual appropriations limit for FY 2023-24
• Resolution 2023-0079: Approve zero-emission bus plan by Willdan Energy Solutions for submission to CARB
• Resolution 2023-0084: Authorize purchase of a Kubota Rugged Terrain Utility Vehicle
• Resolution 2023-0081: Approve Assistant Public Works Director position with salary range $74,784 - $96,648

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Public Safety Committee convenes a special meeting at City Hall to discuss committee goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. No formal decisions or contracts are listed on the agenda.

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Policy and Finance Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The agenda also includes items on the budget, audit, and other financial matters. No consent items are listed, and the meeting is open to public comment on agenda items only.

• Discussion of committee goals and objectives
• Review of assignments and follow-up issues
• Budget discussion
• Audit discussion
• Miscellaneous other financials

City Council

The McFarland City Council will consider several resolutions, including approving up to $6 million in water and wastewater revenue refunding bonds, allocating funds for community grants and professional services for developments, and reallocating animal control grant funds. The agenda also includes routine consent items like expense and payroll reports, and a report on Flock cameras from the police chief.

• Resolution 2023-0071: Issue up to $6,000,000 in water and wastewater revenue refunding bonds, Series 2023
• Resolution 2023-0070: Approve Community Grants Program funds to McFarland Festival Committee
• Resolution 2023-0073: Allocate additional General Fund money for professional services for Sherwood Apartment, Elmo Hwy Medical Office, and Tract 7393
• Resolution 2023-0074: Reallocate funds for Animal Control Grant
• Consent agenda: Approve expense report $149,639.79 and payroll report $374,380.51

City Council

This is a special meeting of the McFarland City Council and related municipal boards. The only substantive items are two closed-session matters: one license/permits application and one case of anticipated litigation. No open-session decisions or discussions are listed, so the agenda is otherwise procedural boilerplate.

• Closed session: License/Permits (Gov. Code §54956.7) — one applicant
• Closed session: Conference with Legal Counsel — anticipated litigation (Gov. Code §54956.9(b)) — one case

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The only listed business item is euthanasia direction for the Animal Control Department. The agenda is otherwise procedural, with no specific proposals or dollar amounts.

• Discussion of committee goals, objectives, and assignments
• Follow-up issues review
• Euthanasia - Animal Control Department direction

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve Resolution No. 2023-0069, which would grant Temporary Use Permit 2023-0003 to Clinica Sierra Vista for a Re-Grand Opening and COVID-19 health and wellness event on June 3, 2023, at 217 West Kern Avenue. The event would close a portion of West Kern Avenue and include resource booths, food, and music. Staff recommends approval, subject to conditions including security, traffic control, and no alcohol.

• Temporary Use Permit 2023-0003 for Clinica Sierra Vista event at 217 West Kern Avenue
• Closure of a portion of West Kern Avenue between 2nd and 3rd Streets for the event
• Event hours: 8 AM to 5 PM on June 3, 2023
• Conditions include on-site security, traffic control, and no alcohol
• CEQA exemption under Section 15304(e)

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve amending a professional services agreement for the Zero-Emission Bus Innovative Clean Transit Plan. The amendment corrects the consultant's name from 'Willdan Financial Services' to 'Willdan Energy Solutions' due to an error in the original agreement. The meeting also includes closed session items on labor negotiations and potential litigation.

• Amend professional services agreement for Zero-Emission Bus Innovative Clean Transit Plan (no financial impact)
• Closed session: labor negotiations with SEIU L521 and McFarland Police Officers Association
• Closed session: public employment for Community Development Director position
• Closed session: conference with legal counsel on anticipated litigation (one potential case, MPRD)

City Council

The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the preliminary operating budgets for the General Fund and Enterprise Funds for fiscal year 2023-24. The General Fund faces a projected unassigned fund balance of only 7% of operating expenditures, below the 35% target, with ARPA funds used to offset rising public safety costs. Enterprise funds (sewer, water, refuse, transportation) are above the 35% target but below levels needed for long-term capital needs. This is a listening session with presentations and Q&A, not a final decision.

• General Fund projected unassigned fund balance at 7% of operating expenditures, below 35% target
• ARPA funds to offset rising fire services and public safety costs for FY 2022-23 and 2023-24
• Sewer Fund projected unrestricted balance at 46% of operating expenditures
• Water Fund projected unrestricted balance at 35% of operating expenditures
• Options to fund long-term capital needs include State Revolving Fund grant and long-term financing

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission meeting scheduled for May 16, 2023, was canceled. The cancellation notice was posted at 103 W. Sherwood Ave. and McFarland Veteran's Hall on May 12, 2023.

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on two zoning ordinance amendments and a lighting/landscaping assessment district levy, and will consider resolutions to refund 2010 water/wastewater revenue bonds, adopt new meeting rules, create a Senior City Planner position, and approve labor agreements with SEIU L521 and the police officer association. The agenda also includes routine consent items and presentations on bond refunding and mosquito abatement.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 0004-2023 amending zoning code chapters 17.04, 17.72, 17.76, 17.80, 17.152
• First reading of Ordinance No. 0005-2023 amending municipal code chapters 19.04.080(11), 19.04.110(A), 19.04.270(B) and removing 19.04.040(D)
• Public hearing to levy assessments for Lighting and Landscaping District No. 1 for FY 2023/2024
• Resolution to refund 2010 Water and Wastewater Revenue Bonds with estimated savings of $661,793
• Resolution approving MOU with McFarland Police Officer Association and side letter with SEIU L521 for salary increases

Subcommittee Agendas

The Quality-of-Life Committee will meet in a special session at McFarland City Hall to discuss general goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. No specific ordinances, contracts, or public hearings are listed on the agenda.

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Cannabis Committee meeting scheduled for April 20, 2023 at 5:30 p.m. was canceled. The cancellation notice and affidavit of posting were filed by City Clerk Francisca Alvarado.

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider adopting Resolution No. 2023-0002PC, which recommends amendments to Chapters 17.04, 17.72, 17.76, 17.80, and 17.152 of the McFarland Municipal Code. The proposed changes aim to expand permitted commercial uses in C-O, C-1, and C-2 zoning districts by-right, with staff citing long-range planning goals for commercial development.

• Public hearing for Resolution No. 2023-0002PC recommending zoning amendments to C-O, C-1, and C-2 districts
• Proposed additions to definitions: 'Bar', 'Bed and Breakfast Inn', and 'Massage therapy' in McFarland Municipal Code Chapter 17.04
• Amendments to Chapters 17.72, 17.76, and 17.80 (commercial zoning districts) per 'Exhibit A'
• Amendment to Chapter 17.152 (Conditional Use Permits) per 'Exhibit B'
• No environmental review required for proposed zoning changes

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed cost recovery ordinance and consider several resolutions, including awarding a construction contract for 2nd Street landscape and pedestrian improvements, authorizing funds for police and city hall remodeling, and approving various fee waivers and permits. The agenda also includes routine consent items such as expense and payroll reports.

• Resolution 2023-0046: Award $367,626.64 contract to Advanced Concrete Construction for 2nd Street Landscape and Pedestrian Improvements, plus $97,420.36 contingency
• Resolution 2023-0043/44/45: Waive business license fees for Chamber of Commerce, Lions Club firework stands, and 5 de Mayo Festival
• Ordinance 0003-2023: Introduce cost recovery system chapter 3.28 to municipal code
• Resolution 2023-0048: Authorize funds for police department and city hall remodel
• Resolution 2023-0049: Use gas tax funds for street pothole repair

Subcommittee Agendas

The Public Policy and Finance Committee will meet to discuss two potential amendments: one to zoning rules for C-O, C-1, and C-2 zones, and another to conditional use permit regulations. No specific decisions are listed on this agenda.

• Potential zoning amendment for C-O, C-1, and C-2 zones
• Potential conditional use permit uses amendment

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a regular meeting with several administrative items, including approving a $451,837.41 expense report, allocating funds for a wastewater treatment facility HVAC unit, closing out road projects with SB1 and TDA funds, and adjusting the Communications/Records Supervisor salary range. The council will also consider job descriptions for Building Inspector I and Grant Administrator in Training, and allocations for vehicle replacement and maintenance. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of expense report totaling $451,837.41 for Feb 8-21, 2023
• Resolution 2023-0031: Authorize funds for HVAC unit at wastewater treatment facility
• Resolution 2023-0032: Allocate SB1 and TDA funds to close out various road projects
• Resolution 2023-0037: Increase Communications/Records Supervisor salary range from 21 to 30 with $10,281.60 allocation
• Resolution 2023-0038: Allocate $10,000 from General Fund for vehicle replacement

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a public hearing on unmet transit needs and consider a resolution declaring none, approve additional gas tax funds for the Davis Avenue and Hail Lane reconstruction project, accept the completed work by A.J. Excavation Inc., and approve employment agreements for a Human Resources Director, Interim Public Works Director, and Interim Chief of Police. The consent agenda includes approval of expense and payroll reports totaling over $937,000.

• Public hearing on unmet transit needs for 2023/2024 and resolution finding no unmet needs
• Resolution 2023-0027: additional $6,163.29 from gas tax for Davis Avenue and Hail Lane reconstruction
• Accept completed work by A.J. Excavation Inc. for Davis Ave. and Hail Lane reconstruction and file notice of completion
• Employment agreements for Serrena McCuan (HR Director), Patrick Jacobs (Interim Public Works Director), Brian Knox (Interim Chief of Police)
• Consent agenda: expense report $645,193.11 and payroll report $292,280.84

Subcommittee Agendas

The Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The agenda lists no specific action items or public hearings, only general discussion topics. The meeting is open to public comment on listed items only.

• Discussion of committee goals and objectives
• Discussion of assignments and follow-up issues
• Agenda references Downtown Design, Veterans Memorial, Festival Committee, and Euthanasia Committee

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss its goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues. The agenda contains no specific action items or decisions, only general discussion topics. Public comments are limited to items on the agenda, and the meeting is open to the public.

• Discussion of committee goals, objectives, assignments, and follow-up issues
• Public comment period with two-minute time limit per speaker
• Special meeting held at City Hall Conference Room, 401 W. Kern Ave.

City Council

This is a special meeting of the McFarland City Council and associated authorities. The only substantive item is a presentation by San Joaquin Renewables. No decisions or discussions are listed on the agenda.

• Presentation by San Joaquin Renewables

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings and consider adopting two ordinances that would permit by-right commercial cannabis permits and establish a regulatory framework for commercial cannabis activity. The council will also set cannabis application and renewal fees, and consider resolutions on a community grant program, police funding, and other administrative items.

• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 0001-2023 to allow by-right commercial cannabis permits (amending zoning code sections 17.84.020 B, 17.88.020 B, 17.92.020 B, 17.152.030; removing 17.08.045 and 17.08.050)
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 0002-2023 adding Title 19, Chapters 19.04.010–19.04.370 for commercial cannabis activity
• Resolution No. 2023-0020 to update and establish cannabis application and annual renewal fees
• Resolution No. 2023-0021 to allocate additional General Fund money for CivicClerk software and approve agreement with CivicPlus
• Resolution No. 2023-0022 and 2023-0023 to establish a Community Grant Program with a $10,000 budget amendment

Planning Commission

The regular Planning Commission meeting scheduled for February 21, 2023, has been canceled. The notice was posted by City Clerk Francisca Alvarado at the meeting location and McFarland Veteran's Hall.

• Meeting canceled

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on two proposed cannabis ordinances that would allow by-right commercial cannabis permits and regulate cannabis activity. They will also consider resolutions on police officer hiring and retention bonuses, a water service discontinuation policy, and filling a council vacancy. The agenda includes routine consent items like expense and payroll reports.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 0001-2023 to amend zoning to permit by-right commercial cannabis permits
• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 0002-2023 to add Title 19 regulating commercial cannabis activity
• Resolution No. 2023-0016 authorizing police officer hiring and retention bonus programs
• Resolution No. 2023-0017 and 0018 adopting updated water service discontinuation policy and protocol
• Expense report approval of $290,968.31 and payroll report of $265,834.95

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission is holding a public hearing to consider recommending that the City Council approve amendments to the municipal code that would allow commercial cannabis activity (retail, cultivation, distribution) by-right in certain industrial and commercial zones, subject to a Conditional Use Permit. The commission will also vote on a resolution to forward this recommendation to the City Council, and will consider approving the minutes from the November 29, 2022 special meeting.

• Public hearing and vote on Resolution No. 2023-0001PC recommending City Council approval of amendments to Municipal Code Chapters 17.84.020 B, 17.88.020 B, 17.92.020 B, and 17.152.030, and removal of Chapters 17.08.045 and 17.08.050, to permit by-right Commercial Cannabis Permits subject to Section 19.04.
• Approval of November 29, 2022, Special Planning Commission Meeting Minutes.

Planning Commission

The McFarland Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for January 17, 2023, has been canceled. The notice was posted by City Clerk Francisca Alvarado at the meeting location and McFarland Veteran's Hall. No items were discussed or decided.

• Regular Planning Commission meeting of January 17, 2023 canceled

Subcommittee Agendas

The McFarland Cannabis Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and provide direction on a draft ordinance related to cannabis regulations. The meeting is open to the public, with procedures outlined for public comments and accessibility accommodations.

City Council

The McFarland City Council will hold a regular meeting with a consent agenda covering routine expenses and payroll, plus several administrative items. Key discussions include a proposed sewer system management plan update, a wastewater operator reclassification with a salary increase, a new policy on road undulations for traffic calming, and approvals related to Tract Map No. 7393 Phase 1. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of expense report totaling $328,427.35 and payroll report of $365,376.95
• Resolution 2023-0001: Agreement with UC Regents for spay and neuter services
• Resolution 2023-0002: Reclassify wastewater operator trainee to Operator 1, add $5,383.66 annually from wastewater fund
• Resolution 2023-0003: Policy on road undulations for traffic speed control
• Resolutions 2023-0004/0005: Final map and improvement agreement with Leora, LLC for Tract 7393 Phase 1