Porterville public meetings in 2023
21 substantive meetings from 2023, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on personnel, labor, property, and litigation matters, then reconvene to consider routine consent items and scheduled matters. Key decisions include purchasing park amenities, firefighter equipment, a police K9, and approving a baseball field design contract. The council will also discuss potential camping regulations and additional shelter space, and review local drought and flood emergencies.
- Purchase of six sets of firefighter turnouts from LNCurtis for $23,924.44
- Purchase of police K9 and vehicle retrofit from Top Dog Training Center ($18,271.88) and Cook's Communications ($21,965.66)
- Consultant agreement with QK for Sports Complex baseball field design ($167,150)
- Repair of Outfall Pump #2 by S. A. Camp Pump and Drilling Company (not to exceed $28,552)
- Discussion of potential camping regulations and additional shelter space
City Council
The Porterville City Council will consider authorizing the purchase of two fire engines and a ladder truck for $4,674,669.30, among other routine consent items. They will also review potential local regulations on camping and discuss the city's participation in the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency. The meeting includes closed-session discussions on liability claims and litigation.
- Purchase of two Type 1 Fire Engines and one Tiller Ladder Truck from Rosenbauer of America for $4,674,669.30
- Continued consideration of local regulations on camping, critical infrastructure, and open spaces
- Review of City participation in the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency
- Draft resolution affirming commitment to individual liberty, conscience rights, and medical freedom
- Authorization to distribute RFP for CDBG Five-Year Consolidated Plan (2025/26-2029/30)
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on proposed increases to sewer, solid waste, and recycled water rates, and will also consider several consent items including water purchases, consultant agreements, and bid authorizations. The meeting includes a closed session on potential litigation and liability claims.
- Public hearing on new City sewer rates
- Public hearing on new solid waste rates
- Public hearing on recycled water and meter rates (Prop 218)
- Authorization to purchase up to $1.5 million in water shares for groundwater recharge
- Consultant agreements: Olive Ave & Porter Rd signal design ($156,480), Hayes Field lighting ($860,050), Newcomb St & Mulberry Ave signal design ($139,139)
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations and potential litigation, then reconvene to consider routine consent items including equipment purchases, consultant agreements, and event approvals. Scheduled matters include a review of the fireworks sales process and the status of the local flood emergency declaration.
- Purchase of 10 portable radios from Cooks Communications for $29,156.59
- Consultant agreement with COAR Design Group for Emergency Operations Center design up to $197,400
- Consultant agreement for Skatepark Improvements with Spohn Ranch, Inc. for $190,000
- Consultant agreement for Golf Course Driving Range Netting with Judge Netting, Inc. up to $247,000
- Approval of community events: Tule River Veterans Powwow, Run 4 A Reason, Children's Christmas Parade, and Myers Christmas Tree Lighting
City Council
The Porterville City Council will consider approving the purchase of a custom four-story Draeger live burn training prop for the fire department, with a total cost not to exceed $1,742,915.10. The agenda also includes several routine consent items such as contracts, equipment purchases, and community event approvals, as well as a second reading of a zone change ordinance and a review of local emergency declarations.
- Purchase of live burn training tower for $1,742,915.10
- Sale of surplus police motorcycle to Woodlake Police Department
- Contract with Buxton Company for retail recruitment software
- Acceptance of Well 34 drilling project completed by Zim Industries for $865,402.42
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 1904 for zone change at 1088 W. Linda Vista
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on revoking a conditional use permit, the Terraza residential development, and the 2022-2023 CAPER. They will also consider the proposed FY 2023-2024 budget, potential solid waste rate increases, and several consent items including police vehicle purchases and a navigation center lease. The meeting includes closed session items on property negotiations, labor, and liability claims.
- Authorization to purchase six police vehicles for ~$650,000
- Appropriate up to $160,000 for Animal Shelter special purchases
- Lease with Kings View for $1/year for navigation center at 140 S. C Street, plus $154,234.50 in PLHA funds and $70,000 in CDBG funds
- Public hearing on revocation of Conditional Use Permit 2021-037-C for nursery at 180 South E Street
- Public hearing on Terraza Residential Development at Plano Street and Grand Avenue
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations and litigation, then reconvene to consider routine consent items and scheduled matters. Key actions include approving a $3.2 million contract for library design, purchasing police equipment, and reviewing conditional use permits and local emergencies.
- Consultant agreement with Paul Haljian Architects for Porterville Public Library design, $3,226,000
- Security fencing and gates around Police Department, not to exceed $79,455 plus 10% contingency
- Purchase of two grit blowers from Ferguson Enterprises, $12,167
- Printer/copier replacement for Police Department, $7,510 plus tax
- Status report on Conditional Use Permit for 180 South E Street, possible revocation hearing
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing to adopt the Fiscal Year 2023-2024 Budget and consider the annual adjustment of fees. The consent calendar includes awarding a $1.6 million contract for the Main Street Reconstruction Project, purchasing water meters and water shares, and other routine items. The council will also discuss interim operations of the Navigation Center and review local emergency declarations.
- Adoption of FY 2023-2024 Budget (public hearing)
- Award Main Street Reconstruction Project to Granite Construction Company for $1,625,483.50 plus contingencies
- Authorize purchase of water shares or surface water up to $800,000
- Authorize purchase of water meters up to $100,000
- Second reading of ordinance approving development agreement with Cannabis Express, Inc. for retail dispensary at 200 N. Main Street
City Council
The Porterville City Council is holding a special meeting that includes a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation, followed by an open session. The main scheduled matter is consideration of priority projects for the 2023-2024 fiscal year. Public comments are allowed on closed-session items and any matter of interest.
- Closed session on anticipated litigation (one case with unknown facts, one case for initiation)
- Consideration of priority projects for 2023-2024 fiscal year
City Council
The Porterville City Council will meet on May 16, 2023, to decide on several key items, including a $1,730,535 state off-highway vehicle grant application, a $2,536,720 contract for the Tule River Parkway Phase 3 project, and funding allocations for housing and water conservation programs. The meeting will also include closed-session discussions on labor negotiations and legal claims.
- Authorization to apply for $1,730,535 in State Off-Highway Vehicle grant funds ($730,535 local match)
- Award of $2,536,720 (plus 10% contingency) Tule River Parkway Phase 3 project to American Paving Co.
- Approval of $154,234.50 for Navigation Center and $154,234.50 for Emergency Housing via PLHA funds
- Authorization to advertise bids for Main Street Reconstruction between Putnam Avenue and Morton Avenue
- Consideration of $25,000 fireworks contract for Freedom Fest with Zambelli Fireworks
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations, liability claims, and litigation, then reconvene to hear reports and consider consent items. Key actions include reviewing the local flood emergency and ratifying emergency expenditures, renewing the police department's military equipment policy under AB 481, and considering resolutions opposing state bills. The meeting also includes several routine approvals and quarterly reports.
- Purchase of Polaris Ranger ATV for police, $44,971.49
- Purchase of wellness dog and training, $15,750
- Ratify flood emergency expenditures: $77,396.67 pump and $5,436 trucking
- Renew Ordinance 1892 for military equipment use (AB 481 review)
- Resolutions opposing AB 1090 and SB 94
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property, labor, and litigation matters, then reconvene to discuss routine consent items, public hearings on CDBG funds, and scheduled matters including a recycled water agreement with the Tule River Tribe, review of transit agency participation, and status of the local flood emergency. The agenda includes several routine approvals and informational reports.
- Closed session: real property negotiation for APN 302-110-073 with TRS Family Trust
- Consent: $23,639 for lab refrigerators from Fisher Scientific
- Consent: $29,398.18 for Sophos security software renewal (3 years, option for 3 more)
- Consent: $132,355 consultant agreement with 4Creeks for Veterans Park Multi-Use Trail Phase 2
- Public hearing: Substantial amendment to 2022/2023 CDBG Action Plan and 2023/24 Action Plan
City Council
The Porterville City Council will meet in a special session to consider a draft license allowing the California Military Department to use the Porterville Army National Guard Armory as a temporary evacuation point and shelter. The meeting includes standard procedural items and public comment.
- Consideration of License To Use State Military Property for Porterville Army National Guard Armory as temporary evacuation point and shelter
City Council
The Porterville City Council is meeting to discuss and decide on several items, including a conditional use permit for alcohol sales, the vacation of an alley, and the purchase of a drone for the police department. The agenda also includes closed session items on property negotiations, labor negotiations, and liability claims, as well as reports on water conservation and a local drought emergency.
- Conditional Use Permit for alcohol sales at Tio Chema, 377 E. Orange Avenue
- Vacation of unimproved alley bounded by Morton Avenue and east 7.5 feet of William Duncan Subdivision
- Purchase of Matrice 30T drone from Drones Made Easy for $18,705.78
- Purchase of solar lights for Murry Park not to exceed $61,768.99
- Continuance of Declaration of Local Emergency for drought
City Council
The Porterville City Council will decide whether to authorize the purchase of a Caterpillar D2 Track Type Tractor for $193,644.74 to support flood recovery and debris mitigation along the Tule River. The equipment is available through the Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program and will be funded via the Equipment Replacement Reserve Fund, with reimbursement sought from federal and state emergency response programs.
- Purchase of one Caterpillar Inc. D2 Track Type Tractor for $193,644.74
- Funding from Equipment Replacement Reserve Fund with federal/state reimbursement
- Equipment sourced from Quinn Company in Bakersfield via Sourcewell Cooperative Purchasing Program
City Council
The Porterville City Council will decide whether to authorize the purchase of a Caterpillar 323 excavator and Rockland Kryto Klaw 48" bucket for $390,176.21 to support flood-fighting and debris cleanup on the Tule River, with funds from the Equipment Replacement Reserve and potential emergency reimbursement.
- Purchase of Caterpillar 323 excavator for $295,396.86
- Rockland Kryto Klaw 48" bucket for $57,406.25 (6-7 week delivery)
- Rental claw bucket cost: $4,337.59 (8 weeks)
- Total after-tax cost: $390,176.21
- Funding from Equipment Replacement Reserve and emergency reimbursement
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations and liability claims, then reconvene to consider consent items including equipment purchases, housing allocation funds, and community events. Public hearings include a conditional use permit modification for Krayola Korner and the 2022 Housing Element report. The council will also provide input on a comprehensive update to the Development Ordinance.
- Purchase of firefighter ballistic equipment for $18,236.55 from Bullitproof IT, LLC
- Authorization to distribute RFP for $586,270 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation funds
- Public hearing on modification to Conditional Use Permit 10-88 for Krayola Korner
- Review of 2022 Housing Element Annual Performance Report
- Input on Porterville Development Ordinance Comprehensive Update
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on labor negotiations and liability claims, then reconvene to consider consent items including a $4.675 million contract for airport taxiway rehabilitation, several service agreements, and a housing element update. The agenda also includes presentations and reports on homelessness and bicycle incidents.
- Award $4,675,270 contract to Teichert Construction for airport taxiway rehabilitation, plus $708,300 for construction administration and $90,000 for lighted closure crosses
- Authorize $25,000 purchase of playground engineered wood fiber from Park Planet
- Authorize $9,329 purchase of monitor nozzle for aerial fire ladder truck from Burton's Fire Inc.
- Adopt resolution of intent to abandon an alley near Morton Avenue and set public hearing for April 4, 2023
- Consider 2023-2031 Draft Housing Element Update
City Council
The Porterville City Council will meet on February 21, 2023, to consider routine approvals, contracts, and community event permits. Key decisions include authorizing a $8,257.68 police ammunition purchase and extending sewer improvements to Foothill Presbyterian Church. The council will also review updates on local drought emergency status and a new rescue mission.
- Authorization to purchase Police Department ammunition for $8,257.68 from Dooley Enterprises, Inc.
- One-year extension of on-call right-of-way and appraisal services with Hamner, Jewell & Associates, Hopper Company, and Overland, Pacific & Cuttler, LLC
- Approval of overnight camping during 2023 OHV Park Races
- Consideration of Foothill Presbyterian Church sewer extension at 1162 W. Merrill Avenue
- Approval of $7,000 City sponsorship for the 2023 KJUG Free Summer Concert Series
City Council
The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on the Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 development project, which includes a general plan amendment, conditional use permit, and tentative subdivision map. They will also consider awarding a contract for the Akin and Central Mutual Water System Improvement Project, along with several other routine items and closed session discussions on labor negotiations and liability claims.
- Public hearing on Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 development project (general plan amendment, CUP, tentative map)
- Award $862,644 contract to RT Nelson Company for Akin and Central Mutual Water System Improvement Project
- Authorize up to $150,000 for repair of primary clarifier center drive at Plant No. 2
- Purchase LED rotating beacon for Porterville Municipal Airport for $14,530.73
- Second reading of Ordinance No. 1900 to rezone 0.17-acre parcel on F Street from RM-3 to CG for future bakery
City Council
The Porterville City Council will meet on January 17, 2023, to decide on a zoning change for a commercial property and continue a public hearing on a housing development project. The meeting will also address routine items such as vehicle repairs, grants, and donations, as well as consider forming a committee to review the General Plan.
- Zone change from RM-3 to CG for Panaderia La Cosecha at 23 N F Street
- Continue public hearing for Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 project at W Gibbons Ave and S Jaye St to Feb 21, 2023
- Authorize $46,674 for police vehicle repairs by Milinich Body Works
- Approve $12,562.50 payment to Prime Towing & Transport, Inc.
- Accept $3,770 Spirit of Blue Foundation Grant for Police K-9 safety equipment