Porterville, CA

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

City Council

The City Council will vote on several infrastructure purchases, property acquisitions, and municipal code amendments. The body is also reviewing applications for upcoming community civic events and a residential subdivision map.

• Purchase of seven real property parcels from James Gregory Shelton for $400,000
• Purchase and installation of a Downtown Audio System from Vox Audio Visual not to exceed $150,000
• Authorization for Race Communications to replace traffic signal conduit at D Street and Morton Avenue for up to $25,850
• Proposed ordinances amending Municipal Code Chapters 8 and 8A regarding sidewalk vending, peddlers, and solicitors
• Rejection of all bids for the Airfield Electrical Improvements Project at Porterville Municipal Airport

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The Porterville City Council meets October 6, 2026, with a closed session on property negotiations and four liability claims before the open session. The main scheduled decision is the Putnam and Tomah Area Concrete and Water Improvements Project, which would add $596,523.82 in Water Enterprise funds and award a $1,247,835 construction contract. The council will also hold a public hearing on a General Plan Amendment at 1405 and 1425 W. Henderson Avenue and take a second reading on an ordinance expanding entertainment zones. Much of the rest of the agenda is routine consent items, including vehicle purchases, software renewals, and event approvals.

• Putnam and Tomah Area Concrete and Water Improvements Project: $1,247,835 contract to Advanced Engineering USA, plus $596,523.82 in additional Water Enterprise funds and $124,783 contingency
• Public hearing on General Plan Amendment GPA 2026-001 to change land use at 1405 and 1425 W. Henderson Avenue from Public Institutional to Retail Centers
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1937 to expand the Downtown Entertainment Zone and add the Porterville Sports Complex as an Entertainment Zone
• Consent calendar includes $206,036.62 for two Animal Control trucks and $209,321.44 for four police detective vehicles
• Closed session covers property negotiations at seven APNs and four liability claims against the city

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The Porterville City Council will conduct public interviews of three applicants for the vacant District 3 City Council seat and then consider appointing one to fill the vacancy. The meeting is a special session focused solely on this appointment.

• Public interviews of applicants Michael Carley, Darrin Crowell, and Tim Vanni for District 3 vacancy
• Consideration of appointment to fill District 3 City Council seat per City Charter Section 16

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The Porterville City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine purchases and agreements, including six new police patrol vehicles, three fleet trucks, and various equipment. A public hearing will address expanding the Downtown Entertainment Zone and establishing the Porterville Sports Complex as an entertainment zone. The council will also hold closed sessions on property negotiations, a liability claim, and the city manager's performance evaluation.

• Purchase of six Ford Police Interceptor Utility patrol vehicles, up to $521,139.10
• Public hearing on expanding Downtown Entertainment Zone to include Third, D, and Main Streets
• Ratify emergency $30,800 HVAC replacement at City Hall Council Chambers
• Joint funding agreement with PUSD for four School Resource Officers, city share $212,200
• Closed session on real property negotiations with James Gregory Shelton

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The Porterville City Council will discuss policy options for mobilehome rent stabilization and authorize the purchase of a $522,248.55 street sweeper. The agenda includes public hearings on a conditional use permit for a saloon and amendments to the municipal code regarding nonfunctional turf irrigation. Additionally, the council will establish a process to fill the vacant District 3 council seat.

• Authorization to purchase one Schwarze M6SE Avalanche street sweeper for up to $522,248.55
• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit PRC 2026-013-C for Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street
• Public hearing to amend Chapter 25 of the Municipal Code regarding nonfunctional turf irrigation
• Consideration of mobilehome rent stabilization policy options and direction for a proposed ordinance
• Approval of $465,225.77 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation funding awards

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The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations and liability claims, then reconvene to consider consent items including police equipment purchases, a traffic signal upgrade, and the sale of a police dog. Public hearings include a conditional use permit for a tavern and second readings of ordinances on code enforcement and business licenses. The council will also discuss entertainment zone amendments and a utility leak adjustment program.

• Authorize $73,497 for Axon Standards addition to police contract
• Approve $72,246 traffic signal upgrade at D Street and Morton Avenue
• Sell police dog Bodie to handler Melinda Rios for $1.00
• Public hearing for Dead End Saloon conditional use permit at 1200 S. Main Street
• Consider entertainment zone expansion and $10 wristband fee

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The Porterville City Council will consider awarding a $989,120 contract for the Pavement Preservation Project, along with several other contracts and agreements. The agenda includes public hearings on code enforcement and business license ordinance amendments, and a closed session on liability claims and litigation. Most items are routine consent calendar approvals.

• Award $989,120 Pavement Preservation Project to VSS International
• Award $442,401.38 Pedestrian Crossings with Rapid Flashing Beacons Project
• Approve $107,962 Veterans Park Parking Lot Repaving contract
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Code Enforcement Section
• Public hearing on ordinance amending Business License Division

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The Porterville City Council will consider a consent calendar with over 30 routine items, including major equipment purchases and construction contracts. Notable actions include authorizing up to $1,985,729.30 for four CNG refuse trucks, awarding a $1.3 million contract for the Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project, and approving several staff requests to draft new ordinances on mobile home rent stabilization, unauthorized camping, and electric bicycles. The council will also hold a public hearing on landscape and lighting district assessments and discuss its meeting order of business.

• Purchase 4 CNG refuse trucks up to $1,985,729.30
• Award Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project to MAC General Engineering for $1,300,493.27
• Approve $519,058 in PLHA housing funds RFP
• Direct staff to draft mobile home rent stabilization ordinance
• Direct staff to draft unauthorized camping ordinance amendments

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The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Program, and consider resolutions to submit City Charter amendments to voters. The consent calendar includes numerous equipment purchases and repairs, a major consultant agreement for the Santa Fe Sportsplex, and several personnel-related agreements. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on labor negotiations and liability claims.

• Public hearing on FY 2026-2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Consultant agreement with Peters Engineering Group for Santa Fe Sportsplex, not to exceed $725,000
• Purchase of rope rescue equipment for Fire Department, $16,003.82
• Repair of City Well No. 19, not to exceed $41,912
• Acceptance of $85,750 ASPCA grant for veterinary care services

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The Porterville City Council will receive the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and consider scheduling a public hearing for June 16, 2026. The agenda also includes two public hearings: one on a mitigated negative declaration for the Tule River Tribe Complete Streets and Two Pedestrian Bridges Project, and another on an ordinance amendment to accessory structure setbacks. Consent calendar items cover software purchases, contracts, and community events.

• Proposed FY 2026-2027 Budget presentation and scheduling of public hearing
• Public hearing: Tule River Tribe Complete Streets and Two Pedestrian Bridges Project (mitigated negative declaration)
• Public hearing: Amendment to Development Ordinance Section 301.01 on accessory structure setbacks
• Contract awards: Ferric chloride supply (Kemira, ~$100,000/yr) and wastewater polymer (Solenis, ~$250,000/yr)
• Software purchases: SwiftComply backflow management ($32,447) and loan management renewal ($15,410 + $2,500 addendum)

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The Porterville City Council will meet to consider a consent calendar with routine items including water purchases, street maintenance contracts, and consultant agreements, as well as scheduled matters on development fee incentives and police equipment purchases. The council will also hold closed session discussions on labor negotiations and liability claims.

• Authorize up to $1,500,000 for water shares and surface water for groundwater recharge
• Approve $3,000,000 for self-performed street maintenance program
• Authorize $764,840 consultant agreement with Carollo Engineers for wastewater nitrogen compliance
• Purchase patrol rifles and ballistic helmets for $39,629 from asset forfeiture fund
• Amend early payoff incentive program for development fees and clarify eligibility for multi-unit housing

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The Porterville City Council is holding a special meeting to receive the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget and provide direction to staff. The agenda includes only this budget item, along with routine procedural matters such as call to order, public comments, and adjournment.

• Receive Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Preliminary Budget and provide direction to staff

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The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations, liability claims, and litigation, then reconvene to consider consent items, public hearings, and scheduled matters. Key decisions include awarding a $1.67 million contract for the Main Street Parking Lot Project, authorizing bids for the Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project, and second readings of ordinances on nonconforming uses and EV charging permits.

• Award Main Street Parking Lot Project to MAC General Engineering for $1,674,950.95
• Authorize advertising for bids for Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project ($1,694,167 est.)
• Approve purchase of commercial parks mower from Toro (up to $177,254.57)
• Approve SB1 project list for FY 2026-27 with $1,785,140 in RMRA funding
• Second reading of Ordinance 1932 to expedite EV charging system permits

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The Porterville City Council is holding a special meeting to review and discuss the draft Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program (CIP), provide direction on project priorities, and consider additional projects and funding strategies. The meeting also includes a closed session for anticipated litigation. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker.

• Review and discussion of draft FY 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program
• Closed session under Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) for anticipated litigation
• Public comment periods for closed session items and general matters

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The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on the 2026/2027 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan, an amendment to the Development Ordinance on nonconforming uses, and an ordinance for expedited EV charging permits. The consent calendar includes several contracts and purchases, and scheduled matters include a resolution on employment agreements and an RFP for solid waste services.

• Purchase of semi-truck for Streets Division, not to exceed $174,503.82
• Award contract to Bright House Energy Construction for solar O&M, not to exceed $149,400
• Contract amendment with Provost & Pritchard for Development Ordinance update, not to exceed $51,000
• 24-month extension for Crestview Park Residential Development Vesting Tentative Subdivision Map
• Public hearing on 2026/2027 CDBG Action Plan

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The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on revoking business licenses for three massage businesses on W. Olive Avenue, and consider a new city attorney agreement with Griswold LaSalle, replacing McCormick Kabot & Lew. The consent calendar includes multiple equipment purchases and service contracts, and the council will also consider letters opposing and supporting state legislation.

• Public hearings to revoke business licenses for Rose Massage (188 W. Olive Ave), Star Massage (1365 W. Olive Ave, Suite F), and Diamond Massage Spa (1531 W. Olive Ave, Suite A)
• New city attorney agreement with Griswold, LaSalle, Cobb, Dowd & Gin, LLP, effective April 9, 2026, with budget amendment up to $6,500
• Purchase of transit bus wraps from Transit-Media for up to $111,804.92
• Award solar operations & maintenance contract to Bright House Energy Construction, Inc. for up to $149,400
• Letter opposing Assembly Bill 2494 (Rogers) on demonstration state forests; letter supporting Senate Bill 1277 (Cost of Living Tax Credit)

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The Porterville City Council is holding a special meeting to review and provide direction on proposed charter amendments recommended by the Charter Review Committee, as summarized in the City Attorney's memorandum. The agenda includes only this scheduled matter, along with routine opening procedures and public comment.

• Review of Charter Amendment Recommendations
• Public comment period (3-minute limit per speaker)
• Meeting available via YouTube

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The Porterville City Council will convene a special meeting to conduct a closed session under Government Code Section 54957 to discuss the appointment or employment of the City Attorney. No substantive decisions or discussions are scheduled for open session.

• Closed session under Government Code Section 54957 for City Attorney appointment/employment

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The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property, labor, and litigation matters, then reconvene to consider consent items including equipment purchases, a subdivision project, and a department reorganization. Public hearings include the Ramirez Residential Subdivision and a second reading of the Entertainment Zones ordinance.

• Purchase of 40 sets of firefighting PPE for $200,318.36
• Playground surfacing at Fallen Heroes Park for $172,302
• Mobile radio equipment purchase for $75,905
• Ramirez Residential Subdivision public hearing
• Consolidation of Community Development and Engineering departments

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The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations and litigation, then reconvene to consider a consent calendar with 18 routine items, a public hearing on entertainment zones, and several scheduled matters including charter amendment recommendations, a drone-as-first-responder program, and an agreement with a groundwater agency. Notable actions include authorizing repairs, professional services agreements, and scheduling public hearings for a subdivision and a CDBG plan.

• Authorization to repair transit bus engine up to $34,492.21
• Fireworks and drone show for Freedom Fest: $50,000 + $28,500
• HOME Investment Partnerships applications with $1,375,000 commitment
• Motorola Solutions BRINC Drone program: 1-year free trial, then $139,998/year for 5 years
• Public hearing on entertainment zones (Downtown and Municipal Airport)

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The Porterville City Council will consider a consent calendar with 17 items, including a $1,556,180 police radio system upgrade, consultant contracts for planning and economic development, and several park and facility purchases. Public hearings are scheduled for a CDBG plan, a tentative subdivision map, and amended conditions for a development project. The council will also discuss a donation to the Porterville Rescue Mission and an ordinance on entertainment zones.

• Police Radio System Upgrade Project with Motorola Solutions for $1,556,180
• Consultant contracts for streamlining planning operations (GHD Inc.) and enhancing economic development (Hinderliter de Llamas)
• Playground surfacing for Fallen Heroes Park ($169,554.75) and shade structures ($61,792)
• Public hearing on tentative subdivision map for Morton Residential Development
• Ordinance amending entertainment zones, setting public hearing for March 3, 2026

The Porterville City Council approved a $1,556,180 allocation from Equipment Replacement Reserve funds for a Police Department radio system upgrade and a $5,000 donation to the Porterville Rescue Mission from the Special Purposes Reserve Fund. Council also approved a tentative subdivision map for the Morton Residential Development and amended conditions of approval for the Villas at Della Farms project. In split 4-1 votes, Council chose local firms over staff-recommended top-ranked bidders for planning and economic development consultant contracts, with Council Member Beltran dissenting both times. Items on cannabis development agreements were tabled for committee review.

• Approved $1,556,180 from Equipment Replacement Reserve for Police radio system upgrade (unanimous)
• Approved $5,000 donation to Porterville Rescue Mission from Special Purposes Reserve Fund (unanimous)
• Approved tentative subdivision map for Morton Residential Development, finding CEQA exemption (unanimous)
• Approved amended conditions of approval for Villas at Della Farms project (unanimous)
• Approved negotiating consultant contract with Hartman Engineering up to $75,000, overriding staff's top-ranked firm GHD (4-1, Beltran no)
• Approved negotiating consultant contract with Graham Associates at $80,000 budget, overriding staff's top-ranked firm (4-1, Beltran no)
• Approved letter opposing California Assembly Bill 1421 on mileage-based user fees (unanimous)
• Tabled items 16 and 17 on cannabis development agreements pending cannabis committee review (unanimous)

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The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on liability claims and litigation, then reconvene to consider a 26-item consent calendar covering equipment purchases, project bids, and routine approvals. They will also hold second readings of three ordinances, including one to establish by-right approvals for housing developments, and discuss the FY 2026-2027 budget calendar.

• Purchase of two pickup trucks for $101,968.41
• Repair of City Well No. 32 for $62,541
• Advertise bids for Main Street Parking Lot Project (former JCPenney site)
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1928: by-right housing approvals
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1929: reduce Plano Street speed limit to 40 mph

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The Porterville City Council will meet on January 20, 2026, to discuss and vote on multiple ordinance amendments, infrastructure projects, and operational decisions. Key items include public hearings on zoning changes for laundromats, housing element updates, and speed limit adjustments on Plano Street. The meeting also covers routine purchases, project acceptances, and reports from commissions and committees.

• Authorization to purchase street name signs ($6,364) and utility/chipper truck bodies ($172,463.14)
• Acceptance of Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2A ($1.9M) and Villa Street Reconstruction ($12.3M)
• Public hearings on zoning changes for laundromats in D-MX district and Housing Element adoption
• Amendment to reduce speed limits on Plano Street and convert intersection to multi-way stop
• Consideration of CDBG-DR funding application for Tule River Channel Restoration