Porterville public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on housing-related development ordinance amendments, consider reallocating ARPA funds for the Navigation Center and Community Center, and vote on a consent calendar of routine contracts and purchases. The meeting also includes a closed session on property negotiations, labor talks, and litigation.

• Award City Pool Improvements Project at 97 N. Park Drive to New Image Pool Interiors and Advanced Concrete for $561,222, plus $53,344 appropriation
• Reallocate $305,994 in ARPA funds for Porterville Navigation Center and $94,006 for Community Center and Park Project
• Public hearing on Porterville Development Ordinance text amendments to Housing Policies, Standards, and Procedures
• Ratify emergency repair of Police Department boiler heating system from Johnson Controls for $13,462.84
• Approve purchase of police service dog and training from Top Dog Training Center for $18,893.75

City Council

The Porterville City Council is meeting to certify the official results of the November 5, 2024, election, recognize outgoing officials, administer oaths to new council members, and reorganize the council by appointing a new mayor and vice mayor. The council will also consider appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Acceptance of official canvass and statement of votes for November 5, 2024, election
• Recognition of Vice Mayor Kellie Carrillo and Mayor Martha A. Flores
• Administration of oath of office and seating of new City Council
• Reorganization of City Council: appointment of Mayor and Vice Mayor
• Consideration of City Council appointments to boards and commissions

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations, liability claims, litigation, and the city manager position, then reconvene for public hearings and scheduled matters. Key decisions include a $7.49 million purchase of nine CNG transit buses, several consultant and service agreements, a housing fund plan amendment, and a proposal to establish a standing cannabis committee.

• Purchase nine 35-foot CNG transit buses from New Flyer, not to exceed $7,490,000
• Consultant contracts for Butterfield Stage Corridor Project: $175,000 to 4 Creeks Inc., $189,000 to RMA GeoScience
• General Services Agreement with Blink Network for charging station replacement, not to exceed $1,659,426
• Professional Services Agreement with TKDA for Zero-Emission Maintenance Facility, not to exceed $2,081,312
• Public hearing on PLHA 5-year Plan Amendment No. 3 for fund reallocation

The City Council approved the purchase of nine 35-foot CNG transit buses from New Flyer for up to $7,490,000, and authorized the Transportation Department to coordinate delivery and training. They also approved several other items, including soccer uniforms, consultant contracts for the Butterfield Stage Corridor Project, a memorandum of understanding for coordinated transportation, continued participation in the regional hazardous materials team, and a resolution ratifying position pay plans for 2020-2024. The council also approved a 'Merry Christmas' banner for Main Street and continued the local flood emergency declaration.

• Approved purchase of nine CNG transit buses from New Flyer (not to exceed $7,490,000)
• Approved $8,630.75 for youth arena soccer uniforms from ProTime Sports
• Approved $175,000 surveying contract with 4 Creeks, Inc. for Butterfield Stage Corridor Project
• Approved $189,000 materials testing contract with RMA GeoScience for Butterfield Stage Corridor Project
• Approved MOU with Sequoia Valley Medical Center for coordinated transportation services
• Approved continued participation in Tulare-Kings County Regional Hazardous Materials Team (5-year term)
• Approved purchase of 'Merry Christmas' banner for Main Street (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 88-2024 approving Position Pay Plans for 2020-2024 (4-0)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet to consider a consent calendar with multiple contracts and purchases, including a $11 million cooperative agreement for a zero-emission maintenance facility, a $365,000 fuel system upgrade, and a $150,000 security fencing project. They will also hold closed-session discussions on several lawsuits and potential litigation, and consider establishing a standing cannabis committee.

• Cooperative agreement with TCAG for $11,000,000 in SB 125 funds for Zero-Emission Maintenance Facility
• Authorization to replace police vehicle: 2024 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor for $48,460 plus $23,932.29 for equipment
• General Services Agreement with Western Pump, Inc. for fuel system upgrades at Corporation Yard and Airport, not to exceed $365,000
• General Services Agreement with BigBelly Solar, LLC for trash receptacles, not to exceed $270,000
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1908 amending off-site parking rules in Residential Zone districts

The Porterville City Council approved a 17-item consent calendar covering repairs, purchases, and agreements, and adopted Ordinance No. 1908 amending residential zone districts. The council also abolished the Ad Hoc Cannabis Committee and directed staff to draft a resolution for a standing committee. A claim by Guadalupe Herrera was rejected in closed session.

• Rejected Guadalupe Herrera's liability claim (4-0)
• Approved 17-item consent calendar including well repair, police vehicle, and refuse equipment purchases (4-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1908 amending residential zone districts (4-0)
• Abolished Ad Hoc Cannabis Committee and directed staff to draft resolution for standing committee (4-0)
• Approved $48,460 police vehicle purchase plus $23,932.29 for equipment
• Approved $365,000 fuel system upgrades agreement with Western Pump
• Approved $150,000 security fencing agreement with Northern United Fence
• Extended Zero-Fare public transit program until June 30, 2025

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet November 5, 2025 to decide on contracts, fees, and reports, including a major expansion project for the Navigation Center. The closed session will discuss real estate negotiations and pending litigation. No new taxes or major policy changes are proposed.

• $2,459,994 contract for Navigation Center Expansion with TMJ Construction, Inc.
• $48,772.72 purchase of an Encampment Truck using ARPA funds
• $17,272.73 authorization for police vehicle upfit to Cook's Communication
• Public hearing scheduled January 21, 2025 on Parks Impact Fees
• $1,172,500 design contract for Emergency Operations Center & Public Safety Headquarters at Centennial Plaza

The City Council approved a $2,459,994 contract with TMJ Construction for the Porterville Navigation Center expansion, with an additional $305,994 to be allocated later. They also adopted the Parks Master Plan, approved a $5,000 sponsorship for the Tule River Tribe Powwow, and rejected a liability claim. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Meister absent.

• Approved $2,459,994 contract for Navigation Center expansion (4-0)
• Adopted Parks Master Plan via Resolution 83-2024 (4-0)
• Approved $5,000 sponsorship for Tule River Tribe Powwow (4-0)
• Rejected liability claim by Khamphouk Inthavong (unanimous)
• Approved $1,172,500 design contract for Emergency Operations Center & Public Safety Headquarters (4-0)
• Approved $48,772.72 purchase of Chevrolet Silverado for encampment abatement (4-0)
• Approved $11,531.11 for fire engine repairs (4-0)
• Approved $17,272.73 for police vehicle upfit (4-0)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations, labor, and litigation, then reconvene to consider consent items, second readings of zoning ordinances, and scheduled matters. Key actions include rezoning 447 acres for the South of Tule River District, approving multiple contracts and purchases, and discussing the process for selecting a new City Manager.

• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1906 to rezone 447 acres (19 parcels) in the SoTu District to Residential Neighborhood (RN) Zone
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 1907 amending Employment Zone Districts IG and IP
• Authorization for Police truck engine replacement not to exceed $15,580.05
• Purchase of 1,300 feet of 12-inch C900 pipe for Zalud Park at $57,915
• Accept $121,930 from EECBG for three zero-emission vehicles (total cost $153,156.08)

The Porterville City Council approved a professional panel to interview all six City Manager candidates and recommend the top three to the council, with an annual salary range of $200,000-225,000. The vote was 3-2, with Council Members Meister and Weyhrauch dissenting. The council also unanimously approved a consent calendar of 21 items, including contracts, purchases, and grants, and adopted two zoning ordinances.

• Approved City Manager selection process: professional panel to interview 6 candidates, top 3 to council, salary $200,000-225,000 (3-2)
• Approved consent calendar items 1-21 unanimously, including police truck engine replacement ($15,580.05), Zalud Park pipe materials ($63,272.14), and CivicPlus contract renewal
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1906 rezoning 447 acres in South of Tule River district to Residential Neighborhood (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1907 amending employment zone districts (unanimous)
• Reappointed Lacie Goodlett and Shawn Schwartzenberger to Animal Control Commission (unanimous)
• Approved $121,930 EECBG grant for three Tesla Model 3 vehicles (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year agreement with Maas Energy Works for renewable natural gas services (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing for November 5, 2024 on Main Street banner application fee (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on the South of Tule River District Master Plan, including a General Plan Amendment, rezone, and Environmental Impact Report certification, and on amended conditions for the Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 project. They will also consider amendments to the Development Ordinance to ease barriers for personal storage and medical facilities in industrial zones. The consent calendar includes routine items such as a $174,550 transit plan contract, a $1,000,000 ARPA grant for homeless services, and several community event approvals.

• Public hearing on South of Tule River District Master Plan (General Plan Amendment 2024-002, Master Plan 2024-001, EIR certification)
• Public hearing on amended conditions for Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 Tentative Map (south of Gibbons Ave, north of Hemlock Ave, west of South Jaye St)
• Ordinance amending Series 200/300 of Development Ordinance to ease barriers for Personal Storage and Medical Facilities in IG and IP zones
• Award $174,550 contract to Fehr & Peers for 2025-2030 Short-Range Transit Plan
• Accept $1,000,000 ARPA funds from Tulare County for homeless services

The City Council unanimously approved the South of Tule River District Master Plan, including certification of the Environmental Impact Report, a General Plan Amendment, and rezoning of approximately 447 acres to Residential Neighborhood. The council also approved several other items, including a transportation department reorganization, multiple community event permits, and amendments to the development ordinance for industrial zones.

• Approved South of Tule River Master Plan, EIR certification, and rezoning of 447 acres (unanimous)
• Approved Transportation Department reorganization with new classifications (unanimous)
• Approved Streets Division reorganization with new supervisor position (unanimous)
• Approved out-of-state travel for fire personnel to Idaho (unanimous)
• Approved community events: Mental Health Movie Night, Trunk or Treat, United by Kindness, Veterans Day Parade, Tule River Powwow camping (unanimous)
• Approved amended conditions for Villas at Sierra Meadows 4 & 5 (unanimous)
• Approved first reading of ordinance amending industrial zone districts IG and IP (unanimous)
• Reappointed three members to Library & Literacy Commission (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a special meeting to consider awarding the base bid for the Butterfield Stage Corridor project to Yarbs Grading & Paving of Fowler in the amount of $19,013,838.50. The project involves a 3.9-mile corridor along the former Southern Pacific Railway line from College Avenue to West North Grand Avenue. Public comment is allowed, and the meeting will adjourn to the regular meeting on October 1, 2024.

• Consideration of bid award for Butterfield Stage Corridor project to Yarbs Grading & Paving for $19,013,838.50
• Project location: 3.9 miles along former Southern Pacific Railway line from College Avenue to West North Grand Avenue

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet to decide on contracts, projects, and policy updates, including a $1.5 million architectural and engineering contract for a zero-emission maintenance facility. The meeting also includes discussions on public health planning, emergency operations center location, and a 90-day extension of the zero-fare public transit program.

• $192,514.32 purchase of Routeware waste collection technology with $15,090/month subscription
• $10,394.56 purchase of sideloader elevator components
• $1.5M RFP for zero-emission maintenance facility design services
• $100,000 extension of zero-fare public transit program through December 31, 2024
• Public hearing on Public Health & Safety Element Update and Environmental Justice Element for Porterville 2030 General Plan

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed residential subdivision near Westfield Avenue and the 2023-2024 CAPER report, and consider vacation of a portion of College Avenue. The consent calendar includes routine items such as a traffic signal repair, equipment purchases, and a golf course management agreement. Closed session will address liability claims and potential litigation.

• Vesting tentative subdivision map for 2.86-acre parcel north of Jubilee Lane, north of Westfield Avenue
• Vacation of a portion of College Avenue at Main Street
• Purchase of two headworks grinders from Duperon, not to exceed $240,350
• Traffic signal repair/upgrade at Olive Avenue & E Street, not to exceed $25,196
• Consultant agreement with GHD, Inc. for Active Transportation Plan, $223,449

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session to discuss property negotiations and legal matters, then reconvene to consider consent items including equipment purchases, requests for proposals, and community event approvals. Scheduled matters include commission appointments, a media sponsorship, and a policy on flag displays.

• Purchase of six firefighting turnout sets from LN Curtis for $24,688.75
• Purchase of an Ultrapure Water Purification System for up to $7,018
• RFP for two mini side loading refuse trucks (est. $400,000) and trash receptacles (est. $360,000)
• Media sponsorship for 2024 Porterville Veterans Homecoming Day Parade up to $12,500
• Closed session negotiations for real property with James Gregory Shelton and Rhode Island Suburban Newspapers

The City Council unanimously approved a policy on displaying federal, state, and city flags, adding U.S. Armed Forces flags per federal law. It also unanimously rejected two liability claims, approved multiple purchases and contracts, and made two commission appointments. The council gave direction to proceed with a memorial for Animal Shelter Manager Augie Gonzales at the new shelter.

• Approved flag policy with U.S. military flags added (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Salvador Rosales (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Celina Boelter (unanimous)
• Approved $24,688.75 for six firefighter turnout sets (unanimous)
• Approved $7,018 ultrapure water purification system (unanimous)
• Approved real property acquisition from O'Sullivan Family Revocable Trust (unanimous)
• Appointed Catherine Capone to Parks & Leisure Services Commission (unanimous)
• Appointed Bonnie Boyd to Arts Commission (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council is holding an adjourned regular meeting with two public hearings continued from August 6. They will consider adopting resolutions for the 2024-2025 Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District assessments and for annexing Royal Oaks Phase 2 into District 56. The meeting includes public comment periods and oral communications.

• Public hearing on 2024-2025 Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District assessments
• Resolution to confirm Engineer's Report and assessments for 2024-2025 fiscal year
• Public hearing on annexation of Royal Oaks Phase 2 into District 56
• Resolution approving Engineer's Report and assessment method for annexation

The Porterville City Council held a brief adjourned regular meeting on August 9, 2024, and approved two items related to landscape and lighting maintenance districts. Both public hearings were opened and closed with no public comments. The council adopted Resolution No. 59-2024 confirming the Engineer's Report and assessments for the 2024-2025 fiscal year, and Resolution No. 60-2024 approving the annexation of Royal Oaks Phase 2 into District 56. Council Member Weyhrauch was absent; no votes were recorded against either motion.

• Adopted Resolution No. 59-2024 confirming landscape and lighting district assessments for 2024-2025 (4-0, Weyhrauch absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 60-2024 approving Royal Oaks Phase 2 annexation into District 56 (4-0, Weyhrauch absent)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on property negotiations, liability claims, and the city manager's employment, then reconvene publicly to consider consent calendar items including equipment purchases, contract renewals, and several requests for proposals. The council will also hold public hearings on landscape and lighting district assessments, which are scheduled to be continued to an August 9 adjourned meeting.

• Authorization to purchase trailer for encampment abatement program from Big Tex Trailer World for $12,389.31
• Authorization for refuse truck engine repair by Cummins Pacific at cost not to exceed $34,675
• Authorization to distribute RFP for Charging Station Replacement Project at estimated cost of $1,585,000
• Award of five-year contract to Casey Butler for golf course management services
• Public hearing on 2024-2025 assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts, continued to August 9

The City Council unanimously approved a 22-item consent calendar covering purchases, contract renewals, and requests for proposals. It also rejected a liability claim filed by Donald William McCarthy and continued two public hearings on landscape and lighting maintenance districts to August 9, 2024.

• Approved consent calendar items 1-22 (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Donald William McCarthy (unanimous)
• Authorized trailer purchase for encampment abatement program ($12,389.31)
• Authorized street sweeper blower wheel purchase (not to exceed $8,233)
• Authorized refuse truck engine overhaul (not to exceed $34,675)
• Approved one-year contract renewal with Accela for PublicStuff Pro Services
• Approved Vector Solutions Scheduling Software renewal ($5,605.20)
• Adjourned public hearings on landscape/lighting assessments and Royal Oaks Phase 2 annexation to Aug. 9, 2024

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a consent calendar with routine purchases and contracts, including a $1.32 million award for Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2A. They will also hold closed sessions on property negotiations, labor, and litigation, and consider the annual appropriation limit of $97.4 million.

• Award Main Street Reconstruction Project Phase 2A (Garden to Putnam Ave) to MAC General Engineering Inc. for $1,322,219
• Purchase 3 Chevrolet Silverados and 1 Tahoe for Special Methods and Resources Team up to $240,000, plus radios, tablets, and upfit
• Approve annual appropriation limit of $97,384,301 for FY 2024-25
• Authorize purchase of water shares or surface water for groundwater recharge up to $1,500,000
• Closed session: real property negotiation with Habitat for Humanity (APN 260-187-001), labor negotiation with Porterville Peace Officers Association, and two liability claims

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget and consider several routine consent items, including purchases and contracts. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on property negotiations and liability claims. Most items are routine approvals, but the budget hearing and transit service agreement are significant.

• Public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget
• Authorize negotiation for 4 police Ford Explorers up to $238,500 plus 10% contingency
• Purchase bleachers for Santa Fe Sportsplex for $57,092.71
• Approve 90-day zero-fare program for Porterville Transit starting July 1, 2024
• Accept Main Street Reconstruction Project (Putnam to Morton) at $1,903,893.41

City Council

The Porterville City Council unanimously approved a 27-item consent calendar covering police, IT, public works, and community events, including a $2 million self-performed street maintenance program and a $180,000 five-year lease for six additional Flock Safety license plate readers. The council also scheduled a public hearing for the proposed FY 2024-2025 budget on June 18, 2024, and approved a resolution designating critical infrastructure locations. In closed session, the council unanimously rejected a liability claim filed by Patricia Vasquez.

• Approved $2M self-performed street maintenance program for FY 2024-2025 (unanimous)
• Approved $180,000 five-year lease for six additional Flock Safety license plate readers (unanimous)
• Approved $14,176.43 purchase of Dell EMC ML3 tape backup system (unanimous)
• Approved $20,340.98 purchase of Sophos XGS 3100 security devices (unanimous)
• Approved $35,000 contract with Mike Kraus Leadership for Chief Fire Officer classes (unanimous)
• Approved acceptance of donated property APN 259-040-047 from Smee Homes, Inc. (unanimous)
• Scheduled public hearing on FY 2024-2025 budget for June 18, 2024 (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Patricia Vasquez in closed session (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on transitioning from Phase IV to Phase III of the city's Water Conservation Plan, and will consider approving the Crestview Park residential development, including a mitigated negative declaration and tentative subdivision map. The council will also act on consent items such as a $102,393.28 reimbursement for Chevron project road improvements, authorization to bid the Main Street Reconstruction Project Phase 2A, and a $52,425 consultant contract for a HUD Consolidated Plan. Closed session items include real property negotiations, a liability claim, and litigation matters.

• Public hearing on transition to Phase III of Water Conservation Plan
• Crestview Park Residential Development: Initial Study/Mitigated Negative Declaration and tentative subdivision map
• Reimbursement up to $102,393.28 from Measure I to Vollmer Excavation for Chevron project improvements at Olive Avenue and Cobb Street
• Authorization to advertise for bids for Main Street Reconstruction Project Phase 2A (Garden Avenue to Putnam Avenue)
• Consultant contract not to exceed $52,425 with Resource Consultants for HUD Consolidated Plan and CDBG updates

City Council

This is a special City Council meeting with a study session to consider priority projects for the 2024/2025 fiscal year. The agenda includes public comment, but the only scheduled matter is this discussion. No votes or decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Study session on priority projects for FY 2024-2025

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold public hearings on the annual review of police military equipment (AB 481) and the 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan. They will also consider a second reading of an ordinance regulating unsafe camping. The consent calendar includes several contracts and purchases, such as refuse trucks and software, plus approvals for community events.

• Public hearing: Police Use of Military Equipment Annual Review (AB 481), affirming Ordinance No. 1892
• Public hearing: Community Development Block Grant 2024/25 Action Plan
• Second reading: Ordinance No. 1905 regulating unsafe and unauthorized camping
• Purchase of five refuse trucks at a price increase of $185,318
• Waste Disposal Agreement with Tulare County for 10 years with renewal options

The Porterville City Council unanimously approved a 17-item consent calendar covering emergency repairs, equipment purchases, and community events. It also adopted Ordinance No. 1905 regulating unsafe camping, approved the 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan, and authorized a funding application to consolidate the Hope Elementary School water system into the city's system. The council rejected a liability claim from Victoria Grayson in closed session.

• Approved 17-item consent calendar including $17,565 SCADA repair, $13,147 roll-up door replacement, $185,318 refuse truck purchase increase, and $14,828 EV charger repair (unanimous)
• Approved 10-year waste disposal agreement with Tulare County (unanimous)
• Approved RFP for transit system operation and management (unanimous)
• Approved 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan (unanimous)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 1905 regulating unsafe camping (unanimous)
• Authorized funding application for Hope Elementary School water system consolidation (unanimous)
• Rejected Victoria Grayson's liability claim (unanimous)
• Approved request to consider letter of support for Senate Bill 1414 at next meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed ordinance regulating unsafe and unauthorized camping and storage of personal property, and will consider a letter of support for the Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act. The consent calendar includes several routine items such as a fire department vehicle repair, a consultant agreement for the West Street Extension project, and acceptance of a UC Davis grant. The meeting also includes closed session discussions on property negotiations and liability claims.

• Public hearing on Ordinance No. 1905 regulating unsafe camping and storage of personal property
• Fire Department vehicle repair by Porterville Collision and Cook's Communications, cost not to exceed $37,050.06
• Consultant Services Agreement with Peters Engineering Group for West Street Extension Improvements, $858,300
• Acceptance of UC Davis grant of $81,561 for Pet Pantry and Pest Control Program
• Resolution to vacate a portion of College Avenue at Main Street, public hearing set for May 7, 2024

City Council

The City Council approved a conditional use permit and tentative parcel map for the North Grand project, despite public opposition, with a 4-1 vote. It also approved a modification to allow a Type 21 off-sale alcohol license at Sherwood Handy Market and a new conditional use permit for a barbershop with a bar/lounge at 41 N Main Street. The council unanimously approved a consent calendar of 12 items, including well repairs, park pool concession renewal, and airport lease renewals, and approved a reorganization to create a Transportation Department.

• Approved North Grand CUP and tentative parcel map (Resolution 11-2024, 4-1)
• Approved Type 21 off-sale alcohol license modification for Sherwood Handy Market (unanimous)
• Approved CUP for Sports Cuts Bar & Lounge with Type 48 on-sale license (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar of 12 items, including well repair and airport leases (unanimous)
• Approved Public Works reorganization to create Transportation Department (unanimous)
• Continued Declaration of Local Flood Emergency (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Ana Alcantar (unanimous)
• Approved bringing Proposition 47 repeal letter to next meeting (unanimous)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider awarding a $4,091,908.89 contract for the Santa Fe Byway Revitalization and Beautification Project, and will review a draft ordinance regulating unsafe and unauthorized camping. The agenda also includes several routine consent items, such as purchasing air conditioner units and approving a technology upgrade, plus a public hearing for a convenience store and gas station development.

• Award contract to S & B Sons, Inc. for $4,091,908.89 for Santa Fe Byway improvements between Henderson and Walnut Avenues
• Public hearing for tentative parcel map and conditional use permit for convenience store with gas station at North Grand Avenue and Highway 65
• Draft ordinance to regulate unsafe and unauthorized camping and address homelessness
• Authorize $54,700 for Emergency Operations Center technology upgrade plus 10% contingency
• Authorize $14,980 for replacement of two air conditioner units by TAM-N-TJ'Z Cooling Inc.

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet on February 20, 2024, to decide on routine approvals, contracts, and policy updates. Key actions include purchasing relief valves for the CNG fueling station, awarding $174,048 in housing funds, and reviewing local emergency declarations. The meeting also includes closed-session discussions on liability claims and anticipated litigation.

• Authorization to purchase relief valves for CNG Fueling Station from Surface Pumps, Inc. for $19,461
• Award of $174,048 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds to Central California Family Crisis Center, Family Services of Tulare County, and Kings View
• Intent to set public hearing on vacation of a portion of College Avenue
• Authorization to repair City Well No. 7 for up to $10,330
• Consideration of updated Statement of Investment Policy

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet on February 6, 2024, to consider routine consent items, including a $1.8 million appropriation for the animal shelter, a $418,000 storm drain project, and several other contracts and reports. The council will also hold closed sessions on pending litigation and discuss a resolution affirming commitment to liberty and medical freedom.

• $1,800,000 appropriation for Animal Shelter from Capital Construction/Improvement Designated Fund
• $418,000 from Local Transportation Fund and $121,000 from Sewer Revolving Fund for Thurman Avenue & Third Street Storm Drain Project
• Authorization to repair City Well AP-2 for $15,008
• Consideration of resolution affirming commitment to principles of liberty and medical freedom
• Closed session on multiple lawsuits including Rae Dean Strawn v. City of Porterville

City Council

The Porterville City Council is holding a special meeting with a study session to review and consider regulatory and administrative options to address homelessness, including regulations on camping and protection of critical infrastructure. This is a discussion item, not a final decision. The meeting also includes public comment and standard procedural items.

• Study session on homelessness options, including camping regulations and critical infrastructure protection

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a closed session on real property negotiations and anticipated litigation, then reconvene to consider a consent calendar with routine purchases and contracts, and scheduled matters including an employment agreement for Patrice Hildreth and a resolution on liberty and medical freedom. The meeting also includes reports on water conservation and local emergencies.

• Purchase of emergency power generators from United Rentals, not to exceed $416,548
• Employment agreement between City and Patrice Hildreth
• Resolution affirming commitment to principles of liberty and medical freedom
• Repair of Westwood Estates wall for $7,700
• Extension of Reclamation Area Lease with Rick Perigo for $94,604.40 annually