Ridgecrest public meetings in 2025

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin covering incidents logged on December 31, 2025. The bulletin lists disturbances, traffic stops, animal control calls, and several arrests, including a felony assault with a deadly weapon and a warrant arrest. No policy decisions were made; the meeting serves to inform the public of police activity for the day.

• ASSAULT - DEADLY WEAPON on W Atkins Ave (felony arrests of multiple suspects)
• WARRANT ARREST on S China Lake Bl/W Wilson Av (felony arrest with bail amounts listed)
• ILLEGAL FIREWORKS incidents on E Wilson Av/S Desert Candles St and S Sims St/W Bataan Av (referred to other agency)
• HIT AND RUN - NON INJURY at W Moyer Av/N Norma St (report taken)
• Multiple TRAFFIC STOPs resulting in warnings or citations at various locations

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin documenting incidents on Dec 30, 2025. The bulletin lists numerous pedestrian checks, traffic stops, disturbances, domestic incidents, and several arrests, including a felony drug possession arrest and a misdemeanor assault with a deadly weapon. No policy decisions or council actions are being considered; the bulletin serves as a public record of police activity.

• Felony arrest for possession of a controlled substance (Gomer Dwight III Stowell) at E California Ave
• Misdemeanor arrest for assault with a deadly weapon at Mojave View Apartments on W Mojave View
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings or citations along N Downs St, S China Lake Bl, and other locations
• Domestic disturbance documented at N Downs St/W Moyer Av
• Gas leak reported on N Sierra View St, referred to another agency

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for December 29, 2025. The logs include various traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests.

• Felony arrest of Charlene Anne Schneider at Starbucks Coffee on S China Lake Bl for evading a peace officer
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Rebecca Marie Wegley on W Graaf Av with a $15K bail
• Report of a found machete on Balsam St
• Shoplifting incident at Walgreens #09030 on W Drummond Av
• Property damage traffic collision at Speedway Express on S China Lake Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released its daily activity log for December 28, 2025, detailing arrests, traffic stops, and disturbances across the city.

• Arrest for brandishing a weapon at Ross Stores on N China Lake Bl.
• Two arrests for battery at W California Av. after posting $25,000 bail.
• False burglary alarms reported at N Triangle Dr. and N Carolyn Av.
• Verbal threats and family disturbances reported at Mojave View Apartments.
• Warrant arrest for a panhandler at Stater Brothers #109 on N China Lake Bl.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin covering calls and incidents recorded on December 27, 2025. The bulletin lists over 80 entries, including missing person reports, traffic hazards, burglary alarms, illegal fireworks, and harassment calls across various streets. No policy decisions or actions were scheduled; the agenda solely reports daily activity.

• Missing juvenile report filed at S Silver Ridge St (Report Taken).
• Traffic hazard reported at W Drummond Av/N Jessica St (Necessary Action Taken).
• Illegal fireworks reported at Upjohn Park on E Upjohn Av (Report Taken).
• False burglary alarms recorded at N Triangle Dr (False Alarm).
• Harassment call reported on W Ridgecrest Bl (Information Provided).

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present its daily media bulletin for December 26, 2025. The bulletin records a range of activities such as welfare checks, burglary alarms, traffic stops, arrests for warrants and controlled substances, and several requests for extra patrols. No formal decisions are being made; the meeting serves to inform the council and public of police activity.

• Warrant arrest on W Atkins Ave/N Norma St with $20,000 bail and citation issued
• Possession of controlled substance arrest on N Robalo St with multiple warrants and bail amounts up to $25,000
• Traffic stop at Albertson's #6376, N Norma St resulting in a citation
• Extra patrol requests on W Ridgecrest Blvd and Larkspur Apartments on S Downs St
• Child locked in vehicle report at Dollar General #14155 on W Drummond Ave (cancelled by caller)

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will vote to approve the draft minutes from the regular meeting held on October 23, 2025. It will also schedule the next regular meeting for January 22, 2026. No other agenda items are listed for discussion or action.

• Approval of draft minutes of the regular meeting dated October 23, 2025
• Set next regular scheduled meeting for January 22, 2026

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released activity logs for December 25, 2025, detailing traffic stops, disturbances, and arrests including a parole hold and a warrant arrest.

• Warrant arrest for Daniel Moore on HS 11550A and HS 11350A charges
• Parole hold booked for Desteny Valentine on felony charges
• False alarms at Rusty Warren's Automotive and Kern Regional
• Disturbance at Kwik Stop/Ed's Mini Mart involving a man in a red flannel beard
• Traffic signal problem at S China Lake Bl/W California Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on December 24, 2025. The logs record various incidents including traffic stops, disturbances, and arrests.

• Arrest of Timothy Adam Pipkin for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia at Corny's Shoe Store on N China Lake Bl
• Arrest of Ronald Clark for driving on a suspended license on S Downs St
• Arrest of Elektra Blough for being drunk in public on S Fairview St
• Report of flooding at the intersection of N China Lake Bl and W Drummond Av
• Grand theft late report at Dollar General #14155 on W Drummond Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting a wide range of calls and incidents on December 23, 2025. Items include several arrests, traffic stops, welfare checks, and code violations across the city. The bulletin records the outcomes of each activity, such as arrests, citations, or information provided.

• Felony burglary arrest at N China Lake Blvd (Bail $20k) – suspect booked
• Felony suspect arrest at N Inyo St (two subjects) – both booked
• Domestic disturbance report on W Ward Ave – documented as domestic violence
• Traffic stop on N Sierra View St – warning citation issued
• Welfare check at Briarwood Apts on W Drummond Ave – check completed

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin documenting calls, traffic stops, arrests, welfare checks and other incidents that occurred on December 22, 2025. The bulletin lists each activity with location, time and disposition. No policy decisions were made; it serves as a public record of police actions for that day.

• Felony arrest of Savannah Katelynn (05/23/2001) at N Mahan St – citation and release
• Felony arrest of Angel Lynne (12/15/1977) at Grocery Outlet, N China Lake Bl – booked and released
• Violation of court order at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Blvd – report taken regarding restraining order breach
• Welfare check at Stater Brothers #109 on N China Lake Blvd – checks ok after report of toddler in vehicle
• Animal cruelty report at S Grande Wy/S China Lake Blvd – necessary action taken for dumping of two small dogs

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released logs for December 21, 2025, detailing 21 incidents ranging from traffic stops and welfare checks to arrests and disturbances.

• Arrest for driving on a suspended license on S Guam St
• Arrest for a warrant on E Parkview Av
• Burglary reported on W Mary Ann Av
• Stolen bicycle reported at Sierra Sands Mobile Home Community
• Shots heard reported on W Sydnor Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting activities on December 20, 2025. The bulletin lists traffic stops, welfare checks, animal bites, a gas leak report, and several arrests including a child‑abuse case, a warrant arrest, and a public drunkenness arrest. No decisions were made; the bulletin serves as a record of police activity for the public.

• Child abuse arrest on N Oasis Dr (SA/Sandoval, Reynaaa Paullette; SA/Amaya, Johnny Angel) – misdemeanor arrest
• Warrant arrest on W Wilson Av (SA/Webster, Ulysses Edward) – misdemeanor arrest
• Drunk in public arrest on W California Av (SA/Hill, Logan) – misdemeanor arrest
• Gas leak reported on N China Lake Bl – referred to other agency
• Animal bite reports on N Norma St/W Coso Av and N Norma St – handled by animal control

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for December 19, 2025. The logs include various traffic stops, citizen contacts, and criminal reports across the city.

• Felony arrest of Jeffrey Robert Cornelius for possession of a controlled substance at N Norma St/W Atkins Av
• Misdemeanor arrest of Robert Joe Flores on a warrant at W Graaf Av with $17,500 bail
• Misdemeanor arrest of Ashley Diane Depue for violation of a court order on W Ridgecrest Bl
• Misdemeanor arrest of Kyle Lee Wisdom for driving under the influence on W Ridgecrest Bl
• Report of battery with serious bodily injury at Partners on W Inyokern Rd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing calls, traffic stops, arrests, and welfare checks recorded on December 18 and 19, 2025. The bulletin lists a variety of incidents ranging from animal control calls to felony arrests and hit‑and‑run reports. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed; the document serves as a record of police activity.

• Felony arrest of Kelton Clifford (born 01/10/1993) at N Indian Wells St, Kern County, CA (Case 25-3034)
• Felony arrest of Richard Eugene Jr. at W Robertson Av, Ridgecrest, CA (no bail)
• Hit‑and‑run non‑injury incident on CA 178 referred to another agency (Chevron station)
• Traffic citations issued at multiple locations, including E French Av/E Drummond Av and Dollar Tree Stores #02177
• Welfare checks conducted at Fastrip Food Store (S China Lake Bl) and Mojave View Apartments (W Mojave View)

City Council

The Ridgecrest City Council will consider several actions, including a resolution to amend the city’s Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and adopt its updated attachments. Council members will also hear a request to permanently revoke the business licenses of Motel‑6 and Clarion Pointe Hotels under Municipal Code Section 9‑236. An amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Flewelling & Moody, Inc. for a Value Engineering Study will be discussed, and the board of the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority will be reviewed for possible agenda placement.

• Request to permanently revoke business licenses for Motel‑6 and Clarion Pointe Hotels (Ridgecrest Municipal Code Section 9‑236)
• Resolution to amend the Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy and adopt Attachments A & B
• Amendment to the Professional Services Agreement with Flewelling & Moody, Inc. for a Value Engineering Study
• Discussion of the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority regular meeting and potential agenda placement

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting the incidents it responded to on December 17, 2025. It lists calls ranging from traffic stops and parking citations to welfare checks, animal‑control requests, and a felony domestic‑violation arrest. The bulletin records each location, type of activity, and disposition but does not involve any policy decisions.

• Felony domestic‑violation arrest (Lerdo) at Days Inn By Wyndham, W Inyokern Rd
• Parking citations issued on W Coronado Av, W Dolphin Av, and other streets
• Welfare checks performed on S Gemstone St and W Las Flores Av
• Animal control handled stray dogs at E Ridgecrest Bl/S Richmond Rd and St Ann's School
• Traffic stops and citations at China Lake Junior High (E Drummond Av) and S Downs St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released its daily activity log for December 16, 2025, which includes routine patrol checks, traffic stops, and several arrests for driving under the influence.

• Arrest for driving under the influence at McDonald's
• Arrest for driving on a suspended license at Burroughs High School
• Traffic stops resulting in citations on S Norma St and W Ridgecrest Blvd
• Deceased person reported on S Downs St
• Found property reported on N Mahan St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present a media bulletin that logs dozens of calls, checks, traffic stops and arrests made on Monday, December 15, 2025. The bulletin records two felony arrests—Andrew Robert Forbes and Alexander Joseph—along with a misdemeanor warrant arrest and numerous traffic citations and property‑damage reports. No policy decisions are being made; the department is simply reporting its daily activities.

• Felony arrest of Andrew Robert Forbes (12:26) on PC 484(A) at W Drummond Ave, Kern County, CA.
• Felony arrest of Alexander Joseph (09:29) on multiple charges with bail $100K at W Robertson Ave, Ridgecrest, CA.
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest (14:45) with bail $1K each for three individuals at N Sanders St, Ridgecrest, CA.
• Traffic citation issued at China Lake Junior High, E Drummond Ave, Ridgecrest, CA (07:07).
• Property‑damage report at Stater Brothers #109, N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, CA (15:29).

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department documented various calls for service, arrests, and traffic stops. Activities included responding to disturbances, welfare checks, and executing warrants.

• Felony arrest of Andrew Manual Anguiano at W Upjohn Av/S Downs St with $25K bail
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Ricardo Cacho at N Norma St with $30K bail
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Estrella Ortiz at S Sunland St with $20,000 bail
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Francisco Padilla at W Alene Av with $5K bail
• Report taken for a business burglary with broken windows at Mane Envy on N Norma St

Police Logs

This document is a log of police activity and calls for service in Ridgecrest. It lists incidents including arrests, traffic stops, and public assistance requests.

• Arrest of Ivan Zuniga at Dj's Pub on E Garnet Av for resisting/delaying/obstructing officer
• Arrest of Natalie Garrett at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital for being drunk in public
• Felony arrest of a juvenile at Moms Furniture on N China Lake Bl for PC 484(A)
• Police detail for the Christmas Parade at City Of Ridgecrest on W California Av
• Report of slashed brake lines and a tire on N Peg St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents on December 12, 2025. The bulletin records numerous calls, traffic stops, and several misdemeanor arrests, including two arrests for possession of controlled‑substance paraphernalia and one for narcotic possession. No policy decisions were made; the document simply reports police activity.

• Arrest for possession of narcotic controlled substance at S China Lake Blvd (Kern County) – misdemeanor citation.
• Two arrests for possession of controlled‑substance paraphernalia at N Norma St – misdemeanor citations.
• Arrest for driving on a suspended license at S Norma St – misdemeanor citation.
• Traffic signal malfunction at W Drummond Ave/N Norma St – left‑turn signal not working.
• Traffic stop at S Sunland St resulting in misdemeanor arrest – citation and release.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present a media bulletin covering incidents logged on December 11, 2025, including arrests, traffic stops, thefts, and public‑safety calls. The bulletin lists each call, location, and disposition, such as arrests with bail amounts, traffic citations, and service referrals.

• Warrant arrest of Delven Edward Sr. (DOB 02/04/1974) with $25,000 bail and multiple charges
• Arrest for possession of a controlled substance (Ali Joanne Dunning) with $25,000 bail
• DUI arrest at Burroughs High School (Nicholas Marks) with $7,500 bail
• Shoplifting incident at Walgreens #09030 on W Drummond Ave involving two juveniles
• Gas leak call on W Sylvia Ave referred to another agency

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released activity logs for December 10, 2025, detailing 10 arrests, including two for felony domestic violence and one for a warrant. Officers responded to over 100 incidents ranging from traffic stops and welfare checks to disturbances and reports of shots fired.

• Arrest for felony domestic violence on W Graaf Av
• Warrant arrest for suspect with $25K bail
• Shots fired reported on S Farragut St
• Gas leak reported at Happy Hour Bar And Grill
• Unwanted subjects reported at 760 Fitness

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing 94 incidents from December 9, 2025, including traffic stops, disturbances, and false alarms. The report covers a full 24-hour period and includes incidents at various locations throughout the city.

• Traffic stops and citations at China Lake Junior High and N China Lake Blvd.
• False alarm at Kern Auto Parts on W Inyokern Rd.
• Domestic disturbance and battery report at Gateway Elementary School.
• Noise complaints at Mojave View Apartments and N Alvord St.
• Welfare checks at Larkspur Apartments and W Church Av.

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will hear a revenue update that shows most tax streams below budget for FY 25, with the transient occupancy tax exceeding its target. It will also review the FY 26 first‑quarter financial report and the FY 25 Transient Occupancy Tax report. Finally, the committee will consider rescheduling future Finance Committee meetings.

• Revenue Update – sales tax, Measure L/V and Measure P below FY 25 budget; transient occupancy tax over budget
• FY 26 1st Quarter Report – quarterly financial figures (e.g., property taxes $2,134.08 YTD, sales taxes $892,139.46 YTD, revenue totals $22,187,889 adopted budget)
• FY 25 Transient Occupancy Tax Report – actual $3,018,225.72 versus budget $3,024,930.00 (difference -$6,704.28)
• Approval of draft minutes for the regular meeting dated 07/08/25
• Rescheduling of regular Finance Committee meetings

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for December 8, 2025. The logs record various patrol checks, traffic stops, and emergency responses across the city.

• Felony arrest of Thomas Robert Johnson for spousal abuse at Sage Mart on N Downs St
• Child abuse report taken at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital on N China Lake Bl
• Domestic violence documentation for child endangerment on W Tamarisk Av
• CPS referral report taken on W Wasp Av
• Traffic citations issued at China Lake Junior High and on N Helena St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin covering calls and activities on Sunday, December 7, 2025. The bulletin records a range of incidents including traffic stops, domestic disturbances, a gas leak, and two misdemeanor arrests with bail amounts of 25K and 115K. The arrests involved Jeremy Robert Kinkennon at Petroglyph Park and Mario Delmoral at A Nights Inn. No policy decisions were made; the bulletin simply reports the day's law‑enforcement actions.

• Warrant arrest of Jeremy Robert Kinkennon (Bail/25K) at Petroglyph Park, E French Ave.
• Warrant arrest of Mario Delmoral (Bail/115K) at A Nights Inn, N Balsam St.
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings on W Ward Ave, W Howell Ave, S Downs St, and other locations.
• Domestic disturbance calls on Partners (W Inyokern Rd) and E Ridgecrest Blvd.
• Gas leak report on W Mariposa Ave.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin covering the incidents it responded to on December 6, 2025. The bulletin lists citations, animal‑control calls, traffic issues and a felony arrest for false imprisonment. It is an informational update, not a policy decision.

• Felony arrest for false imprisonment on W Reeves Ave (PC 236, 273.5, 422, 136.1(B)(1))
• Multiple parking violations cited on W Bataan Ave, W Wasp Ave, N Palm Dr, W Perdew Ave, etc.
• Animal Control handled dead cats on E Ridgecrest Blvd/N Broadway St and other stray‑dog calls
• Traffic signal problem: left‑turn light broken at W Bowman Rd/S China Lake Blvd
• Water leak reported at Sierra Lanes on S China Lake Blvd; referred to another agency

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing 50 incidents from December 5, 2025. The log includes traffic stops, welfare checks, theft reports, and disturbances across various city streets.

• Theft at Walgreens #09030 on W Drummond Av
• Burglary alarm at Brahma Group Inc on N Mahan St
• Found property at City Of Ridgecrest on W California Av
• Traffic stops on S Norma St and W Ridgecrest Bl
• Missing person report on S Silver Ridge St

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will review the misdemeanor adult arrest log covering November 9‑15, 2025. The log records each arrestee’s name, date, charges, case number, location, time, action taken, charge level, disposition, occupation, DOB, sex, race, and physical description. No decisions are being made; the agenda item is a factual record of arrests during that week.

• Arianna Lynn Merry – arrested 11/09/2025 for 273.5(A) PC (felony) at 309 N Cisco St, Ridgecrest; on‑view arrest
• Robin Leigh Mialkovsky – arrested 11/09/2025 for Outside Warr. - M (misdemeanor) at 524 W Atkins Ave, Ridgecrest; on‑view arrest
• Michelle Monique Reyes – arrested 11/09/2025 for 12500(a) VC, 978.5 PC (misdemeanor) at 1600 N Norma St, Ridgecrest; on‑view arrest
• Andrew William Jr Albrecht – arrested 11/10/2025 for 451(D) PC, 11364(A) HS (felony) at 1900 W Inyokern Rd, Bakersfield; on‑view arrest
• Joseph Romero Rodriquez – arrested 11/11/2025 for 978.5 PC (misdemeanor) at 100 W Reeves, Ridgecrest; summoned/cited

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department has published a log of adult arrests occurring between November 2 and November 8, 2025. The record lists individuals detained, the charges filed, and the locations of the arrests.

• Arrests for 11364(A) HS (Health and Safety Code) at 100 Block Of S Downs St, 1341 W Coral Ave, and 100 W Felspar Av
• Felony arrests for 273.5(A) PC and 978.5 PC at 200 S Sunset St and 629 E Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrests for 23152 VC (Vehicle Code) at 100 N Norma St and 1081 N China Lake Blvd
• On-view arrests for outside warrants in Bakersfield, Oxnard, and Moreno Valley
• Arrest for 211 PC (Robbery) at 830 N China Lake Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released its daily activity log for December 4, 2025, detailing 86 incidents ranging from traffic stops and welfare checks to arrests for driving under the influence and outstanding warrants.

• Arrest for driving under the influence on Brady/W Las Flores Av.
• Arrest for outstanding warrant on W Oregon Av.
• Arrest for outstanding warrant at Casa Corona on N China Lake Bl.
• Shoplifting report at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd.
• False alarm at Kern Regional Center on N Triangle Dr.

City Council

The Ridgecrest City Council will consider routine items such as employee service awards and approval of draft minutes. It will vote on two major actions: the 2026‑27 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget for the Successor Redevelopment Agency, and a new salary schedule for sworn officer positions.

• Approve draft minutes of the November 19, 2025 council meeting
• Review and approve the 2026‑27 Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule and administrative budget (includes $2,398,526 RPTTF request, $250,000 administrative costs, $2,136,606 bond debt service)
• Adopt a new salary schedule for sworn officer positions
• Present Employee Service Awards to long‑tenured city staff (no fiscal impact)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity for December 3, 2025. The logs record various officer-initiated activities, citizen reports, and emergency calls across the city.

• Felony arrest of Arian Lee Cline on N Norma St for HS 11377(A) and HS 11364
• Felony arrest of Trayvon Deangelo Vernon at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl for HS 11350 and HS 11395(b)(2)
• Misdemeanor arrest of a juvenile at Mesquite High School on W Drummond Av for PC 245(A)(1) and EC 32210
• Report of a stolen vehicle on S Appaloosa St involving a daughter taking a car without permission
• Two-vehicle fender bender at W Haloid Av/S Sanders St involving a 2021 Honda Civic and Ford Taurus

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin that records each call for service on December 2, 2025. The bulletin lists timestamps, locations, and dispositions for patrol checks, traffic stops, alarms, arrests, and other incidents. No policy decisions, ordinances, or agenda items were discussed.

• Multiple traffic stops resulted in warnings (e.g., at Heritage Inn & Suites, S China Lake Blvd).
• Burglary alarms responded to at Panda Express, Walmart Supercenter, and Old Kmart.
• Arrests made for felony assault on N Fairview St and misdemeanor warrants at W Reeves Ave and Walmart Supercenter.
• Water leak reported on N Gold Canyon Dr and referred to another agency.
• Battery incidents recorded at Mesquite High School and China Lake Junior High.

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee will receive updates on the Senior Center project and hear a presentation on the upcoming tree lighting event. No specific decisions are listed; the items appear to be informational. The meeting is open to the public with opportunities for comments.

• Senior Center – project status update
• Tree lighting – informational item from the director

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. No other actions were voted on. The meeting included updates on the senior center, skate park shade design, and the upcoming tree‑lighting event.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department documented various police activities, including traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests. The logs detail responses to calls for service and officer-initiated activities across the city.

• Warrant arrest of Tommy James Flournoy on N Downs St for multiple charges including HS 11364 and PC 243(A)
• Report of a stolen John Deere Green Gator from Upjohn Park on E Upjohn Av
• Arrest of Erik Bernardino for being drunk in public on W Alene Av
• Two-vehicle traffic collision with one injury at W Ward Av and N Downs St
• Domestic violence documentation for an incident on S Gateway Bl

Economic Development Committee

The Ridgecrest Economic Development Committee will review recruitment and development updates, including several local businesses. It will receive updates from Kern County, discuss the Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization project, hear about community events, and get a report from the RACVB. All items are listed as discussion topics with no formal actions scheduled.

• Discussion of Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization
• Recruitment & Development updates (Oasis Entertainment Center, Wendy's, TownePlace Suites, Balsam Wine Bakery, etc.)
• Kern County updates
• Community events overview
• Report from RACVB

The committee approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the draft minutes from the regular meeting held on November 3, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda
• Approved draft minutes of 11-03-2025 meeting

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for November 30, 2025. The logs record various incidents including arrests for domestic violence, child abduction, and warrant service, alongside numerous noise complaints and welfare checks.

• Felony arrest of Gerson Adonis Verdugo on S Sunset St for child abduction and domestic violence
• Misdemeanor arrests of Nicholas Alexander Philip Bland and Demarcus Antwan Byers at Mojave View Apartments
• Warrant arrest of Priscilla Denise Wipf at China Lake Trailer Park with multiple charges and bail amounts up to $100k
• Misdemeanor arrest of Nelson John Chavez at Santiago Ridgecrest Estates for fighting
• Warrant service for Joel Castorena Avila at Fastrip on CA 58

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting all calls and activities recorded on November 29, 2025. The bulletin lists traffic stops, disturbances, animal‑control calls, and several arrests, including two felony spousal‑abuse arrests. No policy decisions or approvals were made; the document serves only as a public record of police activity.

• Felony spousal‑abuse arrest of Rocklyn Vann at S Appaloosa St (SA/273.5 PC/236 PC/2800.2(a) VC) – Arrest - Felony
• Felony spousal‑abuse arrest of Moises PugaMartinez at N Sahara Dr (SA/273.5(a) PC/136.1(b)(2) PC) – Arrest - Felony
• Warrant arrest of Joseph Romero (misdemeanor) at W Reeves Av – RM060710A/$500/HS 11364(A)
• Battery late report at High Desert Haven on S College Heights Bl with property values $40k (RM058161A/$40k, RM057985A/$40k)
• Shoplifting incident at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd; asset‑protection note of DVD evidence and a 459.5 report

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department recorded a series of patrol checks, traffic stops, arrests, and citizen contacts throughout the day. Notable actions include two warrant arrests with bail amounts, a narcotics possession case with a $55,000 bail, and multiple traffic citations. The log reflects routine law‑enforcement activities rather than a council meeting agenda.

• Warrant arrest of David Leo Harrell with $15,000 bail (S Downs St/W Bowman Rd)
• Arrest for narcotics possession; $55,000 bail and multiple charges (China Lake Trailer Park, W Moyer Av)
• Vehicle check at W Atkins Av – checks ok
• Traffic stop at Sierra Lanes, S China Lake Bl – citation issued
• Bike check at N China Lake Bl – citation issued

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will consider routine items, including approval of the agenda and the draft minutes from the regular meeting held on October 23, 2025. Public comments on items not on the agenda will be accepted. The committee will also set the date for its next regular meeting on January 22, 2026.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of draft minutes of the regular meeting dated October 23, 2025
• Public comments on items not on the agenda
• Scheduling next regular meeting for January 22, 2026

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department is presenting its media bulletin for November 27, 2025, listing calls for service and officer actions throughout the day. The bulletin records incidents such as an attempted arson on N Cisco St., a grand theft at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, and a reckless vehicle on Hwy 395/Redrock Randsburg Rd. No formal decisions are being made; the agenda is purely informational.

• Attempted arson reported on N Cisco St.
• Grand theft at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital on N China Lake Bl.
• Reckless vehicle incident at Hwy 395/REDROCK Randsburg Rd.
• Violation of court order on N Capehart Ct.
• Multiple false‑alarm burglary alarms at residential and commercial locations

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin listing incidents from November 26, 2025. The bulletin records arrests, thefts, traffic stops, animal‑control calls, welfare checks and other police activities. No policy decisions or council actions were taken; it is a factual log of police responses.

• Warrant arrest of Cynthia Marie Ramirez (W Moyer Av) – felony charges, bail $50K and $10K
• Arrest for possession of controlled‑substance paraphernalia – Britny Lynn Hardison (N Norma St), bail $20K
• Illegal dumping reported on S Yorktown St – white truck dumping into desert
• Gas leak reported on S American St – referred to another agency
• Stolen vehicle late report – blue Chevrolet Equinox on E Sand Dune Ln, unfounded

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department documented various officer-initiated activities and citizen reports. These include multiple traffic stops, welfare checks, and several arrests.

• Felony arrest of Trinity Joy Lopez at W Upjohn Av/S Sanders St with bail set at $20k and $100k
• Misdemeanor arrest of Gregory A Baca at Petroglyph Park with $5k bail
• Misdemeanor arrest of Jessica Carole Payne on N Oasis Dr for child endangerment
• Report of a stolen purse from a vehicle at College Heights Apartments on S College Heights Bl
• Warrant arrest of Nicholas Charles Bigger on W California Av with $25k bail

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for November 24, 2025. The logs document various calls for service, including traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests.

• Arrest of Trayvon Deangelo Vernon at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl for a felony
• Arrest of Jacob Talley on N China Lake Bl for possession of a controlled substance
• Arrest of Regina Troglin on N Norma St for driving under the influence
• Theft report on E Commercial Av involving stolen items valued at $800.00
• Warrant arrest of Damien Lee Michael Rhodes on W Ridgecrest Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department media bulletin documents incidents responded to on Sunday, November 23, 2025. It records calls, traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests but does not include any policy decisions. The bulletin serves as a public record of police activity for that day.

• Warrant arrest for Christopher Earl Fritz (DOB 02/24/1970) with bail set at $500
• Gas leak report on W Wildrose Ave involving a propane tank, referred to another agency
• Counterfeit money reports at Walmart Supercenter (E Bowman Rd) and Domino's Pizza (N China Lake Blvd)
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings on W California Ave, N Downs St, and other locations
• Family disturbance calls on N Rio Bravo St and W Graaf Ave, logged with necessary action taken

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department presented its daily media bulletin, documenting a range of activities on Nov 22, 2025, such as traffic stops, citations, several warrant arrests with bail ranging from $10,000 to $25,000, disturbances, welfare checks, and other calls for service. No policy decisions or approvals were taken; the bulletin serves only as a record of police activity.

• Warrant arrests with bail amounts of $22K, $25K, and $10K (e.g., Aaron Taylor, SBSO)
• Traffic stop at Holiday Inn Express Suites, N China Lake Blvd – warning citation
• Domestic disturbance on N Sahara Dr. recorded as domestic violence documentation
• Traffic signal problem at S China Lake Blvd / W California Ave – lights not cycling
• Child endangerment report on N Helena St. – report taken

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting its activities on November 21, 2025. The bulletin lists a range of incidents including arrests, traffic stops, welfare checks, and disturbance reports. Highlights include a felony warrant arrest with a $10,000 bail, several traffic citations, and a shoplifting response at Walmart.

• Felony warrant arrest of James Thomas (bail $10K) at S China Lake Blvd
• Felony arrest of Noel Alberto Sanchez at Home Depot, N China Lake Blvd
• Shoplifting incident responded to at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd
• Citation issued for parking violation on W Willow Ave
• Disturbance involving juveniles addressed at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Blvd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin covering incidents that occurred on November 20, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, traffic stops, arrests, and other police activities throughout the city. Notable events include an assault with a deadly weapon on N Helena St resulting in a felony arrest, a reckless vehicle incident on W Inyokern Rd/N Mahan St, and multiple parking violations. The report provides brief dispositions for each incident.

• Assault with a deadly weapon on N Helena St – juvenile arrested on felony charges (PC 422, 245(a)(1), 451); disposition: Arrest - Felony.
• Reckless vehicle reported at W Inyokern Rd/N Mahan St – vehicle gone on arrival; disposition: Gone On Arrival.
• Shoplifting at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd – necessary action taken; disposition: Necessary Action Taken.
• Parking violations issued on W Howell Av, N Sherri St, N Bryann Ci, N Las Posas St, N Randall St, and W Coso Av – citations recorded.
• Illegal dumping reported on W Veada Av – necessary action taken; disposition: Necessary Action Taken.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include various arrests, traffic stops, and reports of disturbances across the city.

• Arrest of a juvenile at Burroughs High School for PC 415.5 and PC 243.2
• Felony warrant arrests of Richard Eugene Caine Jr, Dallas Shaine William Andekin, and Natalie Marie KarnerDietrichson on W Robertson Av
• Misdemeanor arrest of Martin Guillermo PadillaCastro for driving under the influence on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Rape report taken at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital on N China Lake Bl
• Warrant arrest of Brittany Jo Daniel at City of Ridgecrest with four warrants totaling $300k

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department provided a log of adult arrests occurring between October 26, 2025, and November 1, 2025. The document lists individuals detained, the charges filed, and the locations of the arrests.

• Arrests at 101 W Drummond Ave
• Arrests at 509 W Atkins Av
• Arrests at 900 S China Lake Bl
• Arrests at 329 E Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrests at 300 N Oasis Dr

Planning Commission

The Ridgecrest Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider Site Plan Review 25-03 for Desert Valleys Federal Credit Union, proposing a new 4,501‑square‑foot office building and parking at 100 E Ward Avenue (Ward Avenue and McLean Way). The commission will also review Parcel Map Waiver 25-01 to split lot 19 at 704 S Sunset Street (APN 479-052-04) into two parcels. No non‑agenda public comments were submitted.

• Site Plan Review 25-03 – Desert Valleys Federal Credit Union expansion, 4,501 sf building at 100 E Ward Ave (APN 033-070-28)
• Parcel Map Waiver 25-01 – Subdivision of lot 19 at 704 S Sunset St into two parcels (APN 479-052-04)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department’s media bulletin lists the incidents logged on November 18, 2025. It includes calls for assistance, burglary alarms, traffic stops, domestic disturbances, animal‑control calls, and several arrests, including a misdemeanor arrest of Skyler Miller with bail listed as 50K. No policy decisions or proposals are presented.

• Warrant arrest of Skyler Miller (DOB 4/19/1999) with bail listed as 50K and multiple charge numbers.
• False alarm at Ridgecrest Hospitality, LLC on E Ward Ave.
• Domestic disturbance at Hotel Ridgecrest on S China Lake Blvd.
• Animal‑control call at James Monroe Middle School for three pit bulls trapped in a fence.
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings or citations across the city.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and service calls. The logs include various arrests, traffic citations, and responses to citizen reports.

• Felony arrest of Jairo Geovanni Melendezjuarez on W Atkins Av
• Felony arrest of Sergio Silva on N Gold Canyon Dr
• Misdemeanor arrest of Jordan Kenneth Charlon for battery on S Fountain St
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Savanah Katelynn Vitale on N Wayne St
• Report of attempted petty theft of bicycles at Christmas Tree Tony's on W Alene Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing calls and incidents responded to on November 16, 2025. The bulletin lists patrol checks, traffic stops, disturbances, and several arrests, including a warrant arrest with a $25,000 bail and a child endangerment misdemeanor arrest. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed.

• Warrant arrest of Duane Dean Jr with $25k bail (S Primrose St/E Wasp)
• Child endangerment arrest of Laura Vanessa Iborogu (W Iowa Av)
• Traffic stops resulting in citations or warnings at multiple locations
• Disturbance reports of loud music and noise at several streets and apartments
• Hazardous condition report of two potholes on N Norma St between Las Flores and Drummond

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department documented police logs and service calls for November 15, 2025. The records detail various police responses, including traffic stops, welfare checks, and reports of criminal activity.

• Hit and run involving a white pickup truck that hit a light pole at S China Lake Bl/W Haloid Av
• Report of a $2,000 scam on W Upjohn Av
• Theft of a refrigerator from Cubesmart Self Storage on S China Lake Bl
• Report of a 2-foot diameter pothole in front of Ridgecrest Regional Hospital on N China Lake Bl
• Domestic disturbance documentation at Mojave View Apartments on W Mojave View

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest City Council will review the Ridgecrest Police Department’s adult misdemeanor arrest log for October 19‑25, 2025. The log lists individual arrests, charges, locations, and dispositions for each case. No policy actions or votes are indicated in the agenda.

• Ariel Mary Bonilla – Felony (496D(A) PC, 460(B) PC, 10851(A)) – arrested on‑view at 507 W Drummond Av B3
• Reuben Peter III Gomez – Misdemeanor (21457(a) VC, 23152(A) VC) – cited at 300 W Las Flores Ave
• Julio Abundis – Felony (11379(A) HS, 11378 HS, 11351 HS) – on‑view arrest at S Jacks Ranch/W Las Flores
• Anita Louise Vasquez – Felony (Outside Warr. - F) – taken into custody at 1000 N China Lake Bl (Trona)
• Richard Eugene Caine Jr – Misdemeanor (11377(A) HS, 12500(a) VC) – on‑view arrest at 100 N Balsam St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin covering numerous incidents on November 14, 2025. The bulletin lists traffic stops, citations, thefts, welfare checks, and a felony arrest of a suspect at N Gold Canyon Dr. No formal decisions or policy actions are being taken; the bulletin serves as a public record of police activity.

• Felony arrest of suspect at N Gold Canyon Dr (Arrest - Felony)
• Theft reported at Av Dental Care on N Norma St
• Illegal dumping reported at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd
• Traffic hazard involving a 30‑ft trailer on W Inyokern Rd/N China Lake Bl
• Welfare check cancelled by RP on N Gateway Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing incidents, calls for service, and enforcement actions recorded on November 13, 2025. Entries include warrant arrests, traffic stops, animal control responses, welfare checks, and various citizen contacts. No decisions or policy changes were discussed; the bulletin serves as a record of police activity for the day.

• Warrant arrest of Crystal Lee (DOB 08/24/1983) on W California Ave, bail $5,000
• Multiple traffic stops and citations issued on Sunset St and other streets
• Animal control responded to loose dog reports at Pierce Academy of the Arts and Freedom Park
• Parking violations cited on Sunset St, Helena St, and Wilson Ave
• Welfare checks conducted at Mojave View Apartments and E Kashmir Ln

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin for November 12, 2025 documenting a range of calls and officer activities. The report includes traffic stops, domestic disturbances, 9‑1‑1 misuse calls, and several arrests. Notable incidents include a felony arrest for obstruction/resist officer and a warrant arrest with multiple charges. The bulletin serves as a public record of police responses throughout the day.

• Felony arrest for obstruction/resist officer at Mojave View Apartments (bail $20K)
• Warrant arrest on W California Ave with multiple charges and bail $20K
• Traffic stop on E California Ave resulting in warning citation
• Abandoned silver Lexus citation on W Iowa Ave/S Mahan St
• False alarm burglary alarm at Happy Hour Bar and Grill on N Norma St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and service calls. The logs include reports of domestic violence, traffic stops, and several warrant arrests.

• Felony arrest for spousal abuse at Howard Johnson on N China Lake Bl
• Felony arrest of Julian Duque at E California Av/S Gemstone St
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Joseph Romero on W Reeves Av
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Kerry D Thornton on N Gold Canyon Dr
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Nancy Louise Booth at Stater Brothers on N China Lake Bl

Finance Committee

The Ridgecrest Finance Committee will approve its agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It will provide a public comment period for items not on the agenda and discuss any other action items. The committee will also consider future agenda topics before adjourning.

• Approval of agenda
• Approval of minutes
• Public comment period
• Discussion of other action items
• Future agenda items

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents and police actions on November 10, 2025. The bulletin records calls for service, welfare checks, traffic stops, and several arrests, including a felony arson arrest. No policy decisions or approvals were made; the release serves only as a record of police activity.

• Felony arson arrest of Andrew Albrecht (07/02/1980) at W Inyokern Rd/N Inyo St
• Warrant service involving $100k and $50k charges at 3rd/Clark
• Misdemeanor battery arrest on S Mahan St/W Langley Av
• Traffic signal malfunction at N Norma St/W Ridgecrest Blvd
• Request for traffic detail at Faller Elementary School on W Upjohn Ave

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting 73 calls and activities recorded on November 9, 2025. The bulletin lists disturbances, suspicious persons, traffic stops, arrests, welfare checks and other incidents across the city. No policy decisions or agenda items were scheduled for discussion.

• Arrest – felony warrant on W Atkins Ave (charges 273A, bail $10K)
• Arrest – misdemeanor DUI at Sierra Lanes on S China Lake Blvd (PC 647(F))
• Domestic‑violence threat call on W Dewalt Ave documented as terrorist threat
• Traffic stop warning issued at Five Star Tobacco, N Norma St
• Unlicensed driver citation with $25K bail at N Norma St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin covering incidents logged on November 8, 2025. The bulletin lists disturbances, 911 calls, welfare checks, arrests, and other police activities throughout the city. No policy decisions are being made; the release is informational for the public.

• Felony warrant arrest of Timothy Adam Pipkin at N China Lake Blvd with $150K bail
• Misdemeanor arrest for violation of court order on W Langley Ave
• Disturbance due to loud music on S Gateway Blvd (warning issued)
• Animal control call at Baskin Robbins, N China Lake Blvd (handled)
• Stolen vehicle and generator report on S Nevada St (information received)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released its daily activity log for November 7, 2025. The report details 75 incidents ranging from traffic stops and welfare checks to arrests for robbery and driving under the influence. Several false alarms were logged at local schools and businesses.

• Arrest for robbery at Larkspur Apartments
• Arrest for driving under the influence on Las Flores Ave
• False alarm at Las Flores Elementary School
• False alarm at Sierra Auto Recycling
• False alarm at Casey's Steaks & Bbq

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin covering incidents logged on November 6, 2025. The bulletin records numerous calls, traffic stops, code violations, and several arrests, including a felony spousal‑abuse arrest and multiple warrant arrests. No policy decisions or votes were taken at this meeting.

• Spousal Abuse felony arrest at E Ridgecrest Blvd; bail $25,000; disposition: Arrest - Felony
• Warrant arrest at W Reeves Av; bail $75,000; disposition: Arrest - Misdemeanor
• Battery on school grounds at China Lake Junior High; juvenile arrested; disposition: Arrest - Misdemeanor
• Domestic disturbance at W Perdew Ave; disposition: Domestic Violence Documentation
• Hit‑and‑run report at S China Lake Blvd/W California Ave; disposition: Gone Prior to Arrival

City Council

The council will consider several items, including a second‑reading vote on Ordinance 25‑03 that would regulate illegal fireworks and hold property owners liable. It will also authorize a $4,475 retention payment to Water Well Service Inc. for emergency well rehab at the Leroy Jackson Sports Complex, and accept a State of California Office of Traffic Safety step grant. Additionally, the council will approve professional services agreements with Lisa Wise Consulting for a workforce housing needs assessment and with Provost & Pritchard for continued wastewater treatment plant design and a State Revolving Fund application.

• Ordinance 25‑03: regulations on illegal fireworks and owner liability
• Authorize $4,475 retention release to Water Well Service Inc. for emergency well rehab at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex
• Accept State of California Office of Traffic Safety step grant
• Professional Services Agreement with Lisa Wise Consulting, Inc. for workforce housing needs assessment
• Professional Services Agreement with Provost & Pritchard for wastewater treatment plant design and SRF application

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will issue a media bulletin covering incidents responded to on November 5, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, arrests, traffic stops, code violations, and animal‑control actions across the city. No policy decisions or votes are being taken at this meeting.

• 07:11 WARRANT ARREST – W Dolphin Ave/S Mahan St; suspect Lindsay Michelle (DOB 02/13/1986) arrested on PC 273A(B) with $25,000 bail.
• 11:20 SUSPECT ARREST – N Kimberly Ln; Jeffrey Byron Webb (DOB 05/22/1959) cited/rel'd on VC 20002(A)(1).
• 08:06 TRAFFIC STOP – Burroughs High School, E French Ave; citation issued.
• 11:40 CODE VIOLATION – Travel Suites Hotel, S China Lake Blvd; necessary action taken.
• 13:07 ACO CALL – S Valley St; two aggressive loose dogs handled by animal control.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on November 4, 2025. The logs include arrests, traffic stops, and responses to citizen reports across the city.

• Felony arrests of Kaya Monae White and Destynie Leeann Booth at Days Inn By Wyndham
• Warrant arrest of Chad Gorham at W Upjohn Av with $20K bail
• Assault with a deadly weapon report on Terra Bonita referred to another agency
• Hit and run report involving a black Lincoln crossover on N Gold Canyon Dr
• Two-vehicle property damage accident at N Norma St and W Reeves Av

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee will discuss updates on several community projects, including shade structures for the skate park and softball fields, and progress at the senior center and movie theatre. The committee will also hear items from the director such as the upcoming tree lighting and Trunk or Treat events. No formal decisions are noted on the agenda.

• Skate Park Shade
• Softball Shade
• Senior Center
• Movie Theatre
• Tree Lighting

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin detailing a full day of incident reports, including pedestrian checks, traffic stops, welfare checks, and several warrant arrests with $100,000 bail per charge. The bulletin also notes domestic disturbances, burglary alarms, and various 9‑1‑1 follow‑ups. No policy decisions are being made; the department is simply reporting its activities.

• Warrant arrests at A Night's Inn with $100,000 bail per charge for multiple offenses
• Pedestrian checks at Casey's Steaks, McDonald's, Carl's Jr., and other locations
• Traffic stops on E La Mirage Ln/E French Av, W Haloid Av, and other streets resulting in warnings
• Domestic disturbance at Arrowhead Mobile Home Park involving an ex‑partner refusing to leave
• Burglary alarm false alarm on W Cielo Av

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee will approve draft minutes from the October 6, 2025 meeting. It will discuss recruitment and development updates, including several local businesses, as well as Kern County updates, the Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization project, community events, and a report from the RACVB. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

• Recruitment & Development updates (Ross, Oasis Entertainment Center, Wendy's, TownePlace Suites, Balsam Wine Bakery)
• Kern County updates
• Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization
• Community events
• Report from RACVB

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin listing incidents responded to on Sunday, November 2, 2025. The report includes numerous disturbance calls, traffic stops, and several warrant arrests, including a $50,000 bail arrest on S Broadway St and a felony drug possession arrest at Freddy's Smoke Shop on N China Lake Blvd. Additional activities include a prisoner transport, a 911 follow‑up, and multiple noise complaints on various avenues.

• Warrant arrest on S Broadway St with bail amounts $50k, $75k, $50k; cited/rel'd.
• Warrant arrest at Mojave View Apartments, W Mojave View; bail $5k; cited and released.
• Felony arrest for possession of a controlled substance at Freddy's Smoke Shop 2, N China Lake Blvd; bail $2,500 and $5,000; booked Lerdo.
• Disturbance calls for loud music on W California Ave, N Gold Canyon Dr, and other locations.
• Traffic stops resulting in warnings at W Drummond Ave, E Upjohn Ave, and other streets.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present a media bulletin summarizing calls and incidents logged on November 1, 2025. The bulletin lists arrests, traffic stops, citizen reports, and other police activities recorded throughout the day.

• Carjacking at N Pinon Ct – suspect arrested on felony charge
• Resisting/obstructing officer at Speedway Express on S China Lake Bl – felony arrest
• Spousal abuse incident on N Gold Canyon Dr – felony arrest
• Multiple illegal fireworks reports on S Farragut St and S Sunset St
• Traffic hazard involving an elderly person on a mobility scooter on W Bowman Rd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will share its media bulletin for Friday, October 31, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, arrests, traffic issues, and other incidents recorded throughout the day. No policy changes or approvals are on the agenda; the meeting is informational.

• Possession of controlled substance at N Oasis Dr – felony arrest with $50k bail
• Battery spouse/cohabitant on E Parkview Av – report taken
• Reckless vehicle at S China Lake Bl/W Bowman Rd – information received
• Domestic disturbance at Arrowhead Mobile Home Park on N Norma St – documentation filed
• Warrant arrest on S Locust St – misdemeanor arrest with multiple charges

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department presented a media bulletin listing calls and incidents from October 30, 2025. The bulletin records traffic stops, code violations, welfare checks, and several arrests, including a misdemeanor arrest on a Tulare County warrant. No policy changes or approvals were discussed.

• WARRANT ARREST: Christina Francis (03/06/1978) arrested on Tulare County warrant at W Robertson Ave; no bail.
• UNDER INFLUENCE HS: Omar Emad (08/21/1987) arrested for alleged DUI at Fist Full Of Cards on S China Lake Blvd.
• TRAFFIC STOP: Citation issued at N Downs St/W Drummond Av.
• SHOPLIFTING: Two juveniles counseled after incident at Walgreens #09030 on W Drummond Av.
• SPECIAL EVENT: Extra patrol provided for football game at Burroughs High School on E French Av.

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present the misdemeanor adult arrest log covering October 12‑18, 2025, listing arrests, charges, locations, and dispositions. The log includes arrests in Ridgecrest and nearby areas such as Inyokern and Bakersfield, with charges ranging from misdemeanors to felonies. The meeting serves as an informational review with no policy decisions being made.

• Sean Harris arrested 10/12/2025 at 400 N Norma St, Inyokern – misdemeanor, on‑view arrest
• Cecilia Pugamartinez arrested 10/13/2025 at 1400 N Wayne St, Ridgecrest – felony (273.5(A) PC), on‑view arrest
• Robert Bartram Hope IV arrested 10/13/2025 at 900 W Magarete, Ridgecrest – felony (273.5(A) PC, 236 PC), on‑view arrest
• Kevin Heinrich arrested 10/15/2025 at 104 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest – felony (273.5(A) PC), on‑view arrest
• Stephen Ritchie arrested 10/18/2025 at 653 S Primrose St, Ridgecrest – felony (273.5(A) PC), on‑view arrest

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for October 29, 2025. The logs record various incidents including traffic stops, welfare checks, and several arrests.

• Felony arrests for controlled substance paraphernalia on W Atkins Av
• Felony arrests for child cruelty at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd
• Misdemeanor arrests for controlled substance paraphernalia at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Injury hit and run report at N Norma St/W Drummond Av
• Injury traffic collision report involving a vehicle and pedestrian on N Gold Canyon Dr

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department has provided a log of adult arrests occurring between October 5 and October 11, 2025. The document lists individuals detained, the charges filed, and the locations of the incidents.

• Arrests for various Penal Code (PC), Health and Safety Code (HS), and Vehicle Code (VC) violations
• Incidents recorded at locations including 435 E Ridgecrest Bl, 801 W Ward Av, and 100 N. Gold Canyon Dr.
• Actions taken including On-View Arrests, Summoned/Cited, and Taken into Custody
• Charges ranging from Misdemeanor to Felony levels

Planning Commission

The agenda consists of procedural boilerplate and standard meeting sections. No specific projects, ordinances, or public hearing topics are listed for discussion or decision.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting calls and incidents on October 28, 2025. The bulletin lists missing‑person reports, animal‑control calls, traffic stops, and several arrests including a felony robbery at Walmart Supercenter and a felony residential burglary on W Vulcan Ave. No policy changes or approvals were noted.

• Felony robbery at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd; juvenile arrested on multiple charges.
• Felony residential burglary on W Vulcan Av; suspect Jason Adam arrested and booked.
• Warrant arrest of Kenneth John Vuono on W Haloid Av; bail set at $10,000.
• Animal‑control calls for loose or aggressive dogs on N Cisco St and S Mahan St.
• Traffic stops with warnings issued on E French Av and N Norma St.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department documented police logs and officer activity for October 27, 2025. The records detail various emergency calls, traffic stops, and arrests within the city.

• Arrest of Paul Allen Kellenberger for indecent exposure and urination at Dutch Bros on S China Lake Bl
• Arrest of RJ Gallo and citation of Erin Lynn Jones for driving under the influence at S Gold Canyon St/E Ridgecrest Bl
• Felony arrest of Manuel Ramos on S Acacia St for resisting/delaying/obstructing an officer and vandalism
• Warrant arrest of Michael Paul Byrd on N Gold Canyon Dr with warrants totaling $30,000
• Warrant service for Alexis Rodonna Bryant at Ager Rd/Copco Rd for a $5,000 warrant

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for October 26, 2025. The logs record various calls for service, including domestic disturbances, traffic stops, and welfare checks.

• Arrest of Cameron Glover for spousal abuse on S Mayo St
• Arrest of Coutney MelliesWilson for shoplifting at Walgreens on W Drummond Av
• Report taken for a deceased person on N Randall St
• Burglary alarm at Sierra Vista Education Center on N Norma St determined to be a false alarm
• Report of a bonfire party at United Parcel Service on W Ridgecrest Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include reports of traffic accidents, disturbances, and arrests for controlled substance possession and outstanding warrants.

• Felony arrest of Julio Abundis at S Jacks Ranch/W Las Flores for multiple warrants
• Misdemeanor arrest of Trey Troxell on W Atkins Av for possession of a controlled substance
• Misdemeanor arrest of Leor Abramovich on W Upjohn Av for being under the influence
• Three-vehicle traffic collision with unknown injuries at W Dolphin Av/S Downs St
• Hit and run reports at Denny's on N China Lake Bl and China Lake Mart on N China Lake Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a log of police activity for October 24, 2025. The records detail various officer-initiated activities, citizen reports, and arrests throughout the city.

• Felony arrest of Anita Louise Vasquez on N China Lake Bl for a Tehachapi PD warrant with $20k bail
• Misdemeanor arrests for controlled substance paraphernalia at W Moyer Av and S China Lake Bl
• Battery arrests of Fuchsia Elyse Stanley and Kelli Marie Dean on W Atkins Av
• Reports of slashed tires and vandalism at Larkspur Apartments on S Downs St
• Domestic violence documentation on N Apache Ln, W Howell Av, and S Norma St/W Rader Av

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will meet to discuss and potentially take action regarding GPS software. The meeting also includes the approval of minutes from the September 25, 2025 meeting.

• Discussion and action on GPS software

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing 87 incidents from October 23, 2025, including arrests for driving under the influence, possession of controlled substances, and a warrant arrest.

• Arrest for driving under the influence on W Las Flores Av
• Arrest for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia on W Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrest for warrant violation at Stater Brothers on N China Lake Bl
• Arrest for resisting an officer on W Haloid Av
• Arrest for land trespassing at Dutch Bros on S China Lake Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a log of 50 incidents from October 22, 2025, including arrests for driving under the influence and warrants, as well as animal control calls and traffic stops.

• Arrest for driving under the influence on W Wildrose Av.
• Warrant arrest for Jason Andre Goodman on W California Av.
• Warrant arrest for Carlos David Flores on W Coso Av/N China Lake Bl.
• Animal control handled calls for loose dogs and dead animals.
• Shoplifting report taken at Stater Brothers #109

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity for October 21, 2025. The logs record various service calls, traffic stops, and arrests including felony warrant executions and a DUI.

• Felony warrant arrests of Debra Elizabeth Bacci (bail $25K) and Sheryn Marie Dominguez (bail $5K) at W California Av
• Felony arrest of Gavin Layne Pitman at N Cisco St
• Misdemeanor arrest of Thomas Robert Johnson for public drunkenness at Albertson's on N Norma St
• Misdemeanor DUI arrest of Juan Chachj at E Bowman/S Richmond
• Hit and run report at N China Lake Bl in front of Ross

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin for Monday, October 20, 2025, documenting a series of calls, checks, arrests, and other police activities throughout the city. The bulletin records no decisions, proposals, or agenda items for a governing body. It serves only as a public record of police-initiated activities and citizen reports on that date.

• Warrant arrest of Ernesto Lugo (DOB 7/27/1994) on W Church Av with $10,000 bail
• Felony arrest of Ariel Bonilla (DOB 4/17/1991) at Briarwood Apts, multiple charges filed
• False alarm at Pristine Med Spa on W Drummond Av
• Report of a single gunshot heard at N American St/E Cottonwood Dr.
• Illegal fireworks reported by juveniles at N Palm Dr/E La Mirage Ln

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released activity logs for October 19, 2025, which include multiple reports of shots heard, several domestic disturbances, and one arrest for a warrant violation.

• Multiple reports of shots heard on E Sandora Ln and N Gold Canyon Dr
• Domestic disturbance documented at Larkspur Apartments on S Downs St
• Arrest of Ryan Stephan Carlyle Donley on W Haloid Av for a warrant
• Arrest of Arian Lee Cline on N Norma St for a disturbance warrant
• Theft of an electric violin reported at Desert Empire Fairgrounds

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for October 18, 2025. The logs record various calls for service, including domestic disputes, animal control issues, and arrests.

• Three arrests for spousal abuse on W Lucille Ct, S Primrose St, and W Alene Av
• Arrest for possession of a controlled substance at Thrifty Wash Plus on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrest for driving under the influence at W Rader Av/S Sunset St
• Report of a burglary in progress on S Lakeview Ct
• Multiple animal control calls for loose dogs and a dead cat

Police Logs

This is a media bulletin of police activity for Ridgecrest on October 17, 2025, containing 89 incident reports ranging from traffic stops and disturbances to animal control calls and arrests.

• Arrest of Anthony Joseph Taylor for warrant ($20k bail)
• Arrest of Alexjo Max Delgado for suspicious person advertising electricity ($25k bail)
• Arrest of Karli Lynn Bezanson for warrant ($5k bail)
• Arrest of Rufino Nathaniel Davis for warrant ($1k bail)
• Animal control handled 15 incidents including loose dogs and abandoned pets

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin reporting the incidents it responded to on October 16, 2025. The bulletin lists calls, traffic stops, welfare checks, code violations and several arrests, including a felony drug arrest with a $40,550 bail. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed.

• Felony drug possession arrest at Marshall's #1238 on N China Lake Blvd; bail $40,550
• Driving‑under‑the‑influence arrests at Leroy Jackson Park (E Coso Ave/E Las Flores Ave) and Howard's Mini Mart (W Upjohn Ave)
• Extra patrol requests at W Ward Ave/N Downs St and Kwik Stop/Ed's Mini Mart on N Norma St
• Traffic signal problem reported at W Upjohn Ave/S China Lake Blvd
• Multiple 911 wireless calls and hang‑ups on W California Ave and other locations

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department published a misdemeanor adult arrest log covering September 28 through October 4, 2025. The log lists each arrestee’s name, date, charges, case number, location, time, action taken, charge level, disposition, occupation, DOB, sex, race, and physical description. Entries include both felony and misdemeanor offenses such as 978.5 PC, 647(F) PC, and traffic violations across multiple Ridgecrest streets and nearby towns. No policy decisions or approvals are being considered; the document is a public record of arrests.

• Stewart, Lyn Dean – arrested 09/28/2025 for 978.5 PC at 900 S Sunland St, Ridgecrest (On‑View Arrest, felony).
• Ihle, James Franklin – arrested 09/29/2025 for 496(A) PC, 182(A)(1) PC, 460(B) at 637 N Randall, Ridgecrest (On‑View Arrest, felony).
• Griffin, Matthew Brian – arrested 10/04/2025 for 273A(A) PC (felony) at 223 E Upjohn Av, Ridgecrest (On‑View Arrest).
• Evans, Makayla Anne – cited 09/30/2025 for 978.5 PC at 348 W Ridgecrest Blvd, Ridgecrest (Summoned/Cited, misdemeanor).
• Dollman, Amanda Michelle – taken into custody 10/02/2025 for Outside Warr. - F at 300 N Norma St, Ridgecrest (Felony).

City Council

The council will consider several consent‑calendar items, including authorizing the release of a $7,047.50 retention to Nagle Earthworks for the Clean California Inyokern Transit Hub Improvement Project and a $176,158.02 retention to Griffith Construction for the FY24 Measure V Paving Improvement Project. A grant from the California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control for traffic safety will be accepted. The agenda also includes discussion of the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority board and a proposal to increase appropriations for an emergency well repair at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex.

• Authorize release of $7,047.50 retention to Nagle Earthworks for Inyokern Transit Hub project
• Authorize release of $176,158.02 retention to Griffith Construction for FY24 Measure V Paving Improvement project
• Accept California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control traffic‑safety grant
• Discussion of the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority board
• Proposed increase of appropriations for emergency well repair at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin covering incidents responded to on October 15, 2025. It includes arrests, traffic stops, welfare checks, animal‑control calls, and other police activities throughout the city. The bulletin documents the disposition of each call, such as citations, warnings, or information provided.

• Arrest for possession of controlled substance (fentanyl) on W Inyokern Rd/N Downs St – two subjects cited and released
• Domestic disturbance at Harbor Freight Tools #751 on N Balsam St – documented as domestic violence
• Spousal abuse report on N China Lake Blvd – suspect arrested on misdemeanor charge
• Multiple traffic stops on E Drummond Av, N Norma St, and other locations – warnings or citations issued
• Animal control calls handling loose dogs, roosters, and injured animals at various addresses

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for October 14, 2025. The logs include various traffic stops, animal control calls, and several arrests for felony and misdemeanor charges.

• Arrest of Felipe David Hernandez for assault with a deadly weapon on W Reeves Av
• Arrest of Nacona Mae Chapman for vehicle/business burglary on W Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrest of Paul Allen Kellenberger for land trespass at KFC on S China Lake Bl
• Felony arrest of Duran Butler Jr at Kern County Superior Court on E Coso Av
• Multiple animal control calls regarding dogs and chickens across various city streets

Finance Committee

The agenda for this meeting consists of procedural boilerplate. No specific action items or discussion topics are listed.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing incidents recorded on Monday, October 13, 2025. The bulletin lists arrests, traffic stops, reports of domestic disturbance, and other calls for service throughout the city. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed.

• Warrant arrest of Cassidy SA/Cummings (DOB 10/30/1988) with $5,000 bail at Hwy 58/HART Flat, Tehachapi (01:08)
• Warrant arrest of Jayson Scott (DOB 09/09/1980) with $15,000 bail at E Commercial Ave (18:43)
• Felony arrest for possession of a controlled substance (Kaley Ryan, DOB 07/08/1987) at W Conejo Ave (10:21)
• Shoplifting of a $200 mouse at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd (18:03)
• Child abuse report filed at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital on N China Lake Blvd (20:06)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin summarizing incidents logged on Sunday, October 12, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, patrol activities, welfare checks, traffic reports, and a warrant arrest of Sean Harris (DOB 3/10/1972) with a $10,000 bail at Grace Lutheran Church. No decisions were made; the document records the department's response to each reported event.

• Warrant arrest of Sean Harris (DOB 3/10/1972) with $10K bail at Grace Lutheran Church, N Norma St.
• Domestic disturbance on W Iowa Ave reported by a resident concerned for a friend.
• Land trespass on E Upjohn Ave involving four individuals, two wearing black clothing.
• Reckless vehicle reports on S China Lake Blvd and at W Bowman Rd/S Norma St.
• Pedestrian checks at Del Taco #179 and Lugo's Grill, both on N Norma St.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present a media bulletin covering a wide range of calls and incidents logged on October 11, 2025. The bulletin includes reports of 911 calls, alarms, traffic issues, domestic disturbances, and several arrests. No policy decisions are being made; the meeting is for informational reporting of police activity.

• Driving under the influence arrest at Decanter Lounge on N Heritage Dr (misdemeanor)
• Misuse of 9-1-1 call at Pearson Park on W Vicki Av/N Downs St (misdemeanor arrest)
• Reckless vehicle racing at Upjohn Park on E Upjohn Av (warning citation)
• Domestic disturbance at United Rentals on W Inyokern Rd (gone on arrival)
• False alarm burglary alarm on S Yorktown St (false alarm)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include reports of domestic disturbances, traffic violations, and several arrests.

• Four juveniles arrested for resisting/delaying/obstructing an officer near the Clarion on N China Lake Bl
• Felony arrest of Ryan Saylors for driving under the influence on S Downs St
• Felony arrests of James Griego and Andrew Altic on S Silver Ridge St
• Two-vehicle accident reported at Hw 14/HW 178 and referred to another agency
• Reports of a domestic disturbance at Town & Country Mobile Home Park on N Norma St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released activity logs for October 9, 2025, detailing routine traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests for DUI and warrants. The document is a media bulletin of police activity rather than a formal meeting agenda.

• Arrest for DUI on N Gordon St
• Warrant arrest for Kimberly White on N Gold Canyon Dr
• Warrant arrest for Carrie Lynn SA/Thomas at Motel 6
• Welfare check at Stater Brothers #109
• False alarm at Rusty Warren's Automotive

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will review the adult misdemeanor arrest log for the week of September 21‑27, 2025. The log lists each individual arrested, the charges, location, time and disposition such as on‑view arrests, summonses, or custody. No policy decisions are being made; the meeting records and informs the public of recent arrests.

• On‑View arrest of Cedrick Derrell Elie on 09/21/2025 for 273.5(A) PC and 422(A) PC at 345 W Wilson Ave (Felony, adult complaint sought)
• Summoned/Cited of Julie Marie Ivy Perry on 09/22/2025 for 978.5 PC at 435 E Ridgecrest Blvd (Misdemeanor)
• Felony arrest of Ernesto Solomon Makil Maduro on 09/23/2025 for 23152(A) VC and 23152(B) VC at 700 W Coral Ave (Misdemeanor charge level listed, adult complaint sought)
• On‑View arrest of Bradley Thomas Denna on 09/25/2025 for 666.1(A)(1) PC at 405 W Ridgecrest Blvd (Felony, adult complaint sought)
• Multiple arrests for 978.5 PC at locations including 200 W Haliod Av, 300 Block of W Haloid Av, and 115 N China Lake Blvd (Misdemeanor, various dispositions)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin reporting incidents responded to on October 8, 2025. The bulletin includes a felony arson arrest with $50,000 in reported property damage, several warrant arrests with $10,000 bail amounts, and other public‑safety calls. It serves as a record of police activity rather than a policy decision.

• Arson at W Sydnor Av – felony arrest; property damage noted as $50,000 (BV018024A).
• Warrant arrests on W Reeves Av – bail set at $10,000 for each suspect.
• Domestic disturbance at Larkspur Apartments on S Downs St.
• Animal cruelty report at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd.
• Terrorist threats report at City of Ridgecrest on W California Av.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing its activities on October 7, 2025. The bulletin lists arrests, citations, citizen contacts, animal control calls, and other incidents across the city. No policy decisions or proposals were made; the document serves as a public record of police activity.

• Warrant arrest at W Church Ave with $15,000 bail and PC 459.5 charge
• Arrests with $60,000 bail each and multiple vehicle code charges on W Church Ave
• Animal control handled stray dog at S Sunset St/W Wilson Ave
• Concealed dagger arrest at S Warner St resulting in misdemeanor citation
• Disturbance and music complaints logged on W Reeves Ave and other locations

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee will meet to discuss new and current business. The agenda includes items regarding community events and facility maintenance.

• Safe Grad Night
• Update on the Senior Center
• Update on the Outfield Fencing at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex

The committee approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. No other actions were approved, denied, or tabled during the session. Items such as adding $10,000 for Safe Grad Night and senior‑center updates were discussed but not decided.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department logged 251 incidents on October 6, 2025, including traffic stops, 911 hang-ups, and animal control calls. The department handled 11 arrests, including a warrant arrest for a suspect with multiple charges.

• 11 arrests, including a warrant arrest for Michael Paul Byrd with bail totaling $165,000
• 911 hang-ups and misuse of 911 calls, many referred to other agencies
• Animal control handled 10 calls, including aggressive dogs and lost pets
• Traffic stops resulted in 3 citations and 2 warnings
• Warrant arrest for Michael Paul Byrd with multiple charges and bail totaling $165,000

Economic Development Committee

The committee will review recruitment and development updates, including businesses such as Ross, Oasis Entertainment Center, Wendy's, Balsam Wine, Bakery, and several vacancies. It will receive updates from Kern County and discuss the Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization project. Community event plans will be considered, and a report from the RACVB will be presented.

• Recruitment & Development Updates – businesses and vacancies listed
• Kern County Updates
• Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization
• Community Events
• Report from RACVB

The committee unanimously approved the October 6, 2025 agenda. It also unanimously approved the draft minutes of the June 2, 2025 regular meeting. No public comments were received, and discussion items were presented without any formal actions.

• Approved agenda (All in Favor)
• Approved draft minutes of June 2, 2025 meeting (All in Favor)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing activities on October 5, 2025. The bulletin lists disturbances, arrests, traffic stops, welfare checks, and other calls for service. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed; it serves as a record of police operations for the day.

• Warrant arrest with $20,000 bail at Saddas Eastridge Market (E Ridgecrest Blvd)
• Spousal abuse felony arrest at Desert Willow Apartments on N El Prado St
• Grand theft report of stolen grill and trailer on W Wilson Ave
• Water leak response at Dollar Tree Stores on N China Lake Blvd
• Land trespass response at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin covering incidents recorded on Saturday, October 4, 2025. The bulletin lists pedestrian checks, vehicle checks, traffic stops, domestic disturbances, burglaries, arrests, and other calls for service throughout the city. No policy decisions were made; the report serves to inform the public about police activity on that date.

• Arrest on a warrant at W Wildrose Ave involving Matthew Travis with a $55,000 bail amount
• Arrest for public intoxication at W Dolphin Ave/S Porter St (Dillon Thomas) – misdemeanor
• Child cruelty felony arrest of Matthew Griffin at E Upjohn Ave
• Traffic stop warnings issued at S Gordon St, Casey's Steaks & BBQ (N China Lake Blvd), and W Reeves Ave
• Reports of illegal fireworks on S McCall St and W Upjohn Ave (unable to locate sources)

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest City Council will review the Ridgecrest Police Department's misdemeanor adult arrest log covering September 14 through September 20, 2025. The log lists individuals arrested, charges, case numbers, locations, and dispositions. No policy decisions or actions are scheduled; the presentation is informational.

• Patrick L Jr Hull – arrested on 23900 PC, 246.3(A) PC, 29800(A) PC at 415 W Ridgecrest Blvd (On‑View Arrest, felony level).
• Devan Zachariah Sanders – arrested on 11364(A) HS, 11550(A) HS at 637 S China Lake Blvd (On‑View Arrest, misdemeanor level).
• Martin Guillermo Padillacastro – cited for 978.5 PC at 245 E Kashmir Ln (Summoned/Cited, misdemeanor level).
• Nicholas Jose Reyes – arrested on 460(A) PC, 245(A)(2) PC, 246.3(A) PC at 1116 N Krista Ct (On‑View Arrest, felony level).
• Bobby Joe Holt – arrested on 11364(A) HS, 30305(A)(1) PC at 1008 W Atkins Av Apt B (Taken into Custody, felony level).

Arrest Logs

The meeting will present the Ridgecrest Police Department’s misdemeanor adult arrest log for September 7‑13, 2025. The log lists each arrest with date, charges, location, time, and disposition. No decisions or actions are scheduled; it is an informational report.

• Ernest Patrick Skinner arrested on 9/07 for felony 978.5 PC at 115 W Church Av (on‑view arrest)
• Silvia Ochoa arrested on 9/07 for charges 245(A)(1) PC, 594(A)(2) PC, 236 at 317 N Traci Ln (on‑view arrest)
• Skyler Robert Miller arrested on 9/07 for felony 978.5 PC, Outside Warr. ‑ M at 1400 N Norma St (summoned/cited)
• John James Gronniger arrested on 9/08 for misdemeanors 11364(A) HS, 459.5(A) PC, 496(A) PC at 201 W Drummond Ave (on‑view arrest)
• Andrea Gail Chance arrested on 9/10 for misdemeanor 978.5 PC at 100 W California Ave (on‑view arrest)

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present the misdemeanor adult arrest log covering August 31 through September 6, 2025. The log lists each arrest with name, date of birth, charges, case number, location, time, and disposition. No policy decisions or actions are scheduled; the meeting serves to inform the council and public of recent arrests.

• Cy Corky James Segovia – arrested 08/31/2025 at 400 W Robertson Ave for PC 243(E)(1) (misdemeanor) – on‑view arrest, complaint sought
• Gudberto Jose Ruiz – arrested 08/31/2025 at 121 N Gateway Blvd for PC 236 and 243(E)(1) (felony) – on‑view arrest, complaint sought
• Armando Jr Hernandez – arrested 08/31/2025 at 618 N Regency Ct, Mira Loma for PC 289(A)(1)(A) and 243.4(E)(1) (felony) – on‑view arrest
• Trinity Joy Lopez – arrested 08/31/2025 at 100 S. Gateway Blvd for PC 978.5 (misdemeanor) – on‑view arrest
• Jordan Alexander Chatman – arrested 08/31/2025 at 900 W Dolphin Ave for VC 23152(B), 23152(A), 21650 (misdemeanor) – summoned/cited

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin documenting its activities on October 3, 2025. The bulletin lists traffic stops, warnings, arrests for misdemeanors and a felony, 9‑1‑1 calls, welfare checks, and other incidents throughout the day. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed.

• Arrest for possession of a controlled substance (misdemeanor) at S China Lake Blvd
• Felony warrant arrest of Rachel Lynn Cuevas at W Haloid Ave
• Reckless vehicle arrest at United Rentals on W Inyokern Rd
• Illegal dumping check at E Ridgecrest Blvd
• Multiple 9‑1‑1 misuse logs on W Langley Ave

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include reports of arrests, traffic stops, and various citizen contacts throughout the city.

• Felony arrest of Amanda Michelle Dollman on N Norma St for child endangerment and carrying a prohibited weapon
• Misdemeanor arrest of Peter Scott Parker on W Church Av for warrant charges
• Theft report at McDonald's on N China Lake Bl regarding a stolen bicycle
• Battery report at Casey's Steaks & Bbq on N China Lake Bl involving an assault on an elderly man
• Theft report at Lugos Grill on N Norma St involving a backpack stolen by a person on a dirtbike

City Council

The Ridgecrest City Council will consider several items, including a request to allocate $60,000 from the General Fund Reserve for an emergency well repair at the Leroy Jackson Sports Complex. Council members will also hear a first‑reading ordinance that would regulate illegal fireworks and assign liability to property owners. A discussion will be held regarding the East Kern Healthcare District Council. The agenda also includes routine approval of the September 17 meeting minutes.

• Approve draft minutes of the September 17, 2025 City Council meeting
• Allocate $60,000 from the General Fund Reserve for emergency well repair at Leroy Jackson Sports Complex
• First reading of ordinance amending Article III to regulate illegal fireworks and assess owner liability
• Discussion regarding the East Kern Healthcare District Council
• Routine items on the consent calendar to be enacted by a single motion

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents responded to on October 1, 2025. The bulletin records numerous calls, arrests, traffic stops, and welfare checks, including felony arrests for evading a peace officer and for possession of a controlled substance. No policy decisions or proposals are presented in this bulletin.

• Felony arrest for evading a peace officer (Brian Jay Sanders) on W Coso Av/N Norma St
• Felony arrest for possession of a controlled substance (Timothy Edward Johnson) on N Alvord St
• Misdemeanor DUI arrest (Randy Gene Jarmon) on N China Lake Blvd, vehicle towed
• Misdemeanor land trespass arrest at Dutch Bros on S China Lake Blvd
• Animal bite report at W Perdew Ave, report taken

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin covering incidents responded to on September 30, 2025. The bulletin lists a warrant arrest at John’s Pizza Parlor with fines of $10k, $5k and $5k, a terrorist threats report at Motel 6, and several arrests for battery and code violations. It also records multiple traffic stops, welfare checks, and other calls for service throughout the city.

• Warrant arrest at John’s Pizza Parlor, W Ridgecrest Blvd – fines $10k, $5k, $5k; misdemeanor arrest
• Terrorist threats report at Motel 6, E Ridgecrest Blvd – necessary action taken
• Battery incident at China Lake Junior High, E Drummond Av – two juveniles arrested, citations issued
• Code violation enforcement at S Gateway Blvd – stop‑work order enforced
• Multiple traffic stops and warnings at locations such as N Downs St/W Drummond Av and S China Lake Blvd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents reported on September 29, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, arrests, transports, and welfare checks across the city. No policy decisions or actions were taken by the council at this meeting; it is a routine public‑information release.

• Hit‑and‑run (non‑injury) on W Atkins Ave
• Indecent exposure on N Helena St (arrested, misdemeanor)
• Battery with serious bodily injury on N Cisco St (arrested, felony)
• Prisoner transport at City of Ridgecrest on W California Ave
• Vandalism on N Scott St (juvenile arrests, misdemeanor)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on September 28, 2025. The logs record various incidents including traffic stops, welfare checks, and one felony arrest.

• Felony warrant arrest of Lyn Dean Stewart on S China Lake Bl with bail set at $50K, $25K, and $25K for various charges
• Report of residential burglary on W Church Av involving stolen medication and a phone
• Report of animal cruelty on N Wayne St involving a person shooting cats with a bb gun
• Report of narcotics (needle) found at Thrifty Wash Plus on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Report of a person breaking into a window at Larkspur Apartments on S Downs St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin covering incidents recorded on September 27, 2025. The bulletin lists calls for service, patrol activities, traffic stops, arrests, and other public‑safety responses throughout the city. No formal decisions were made; the document serves to inform the public about police activity.

• Warrant arrest of Makia Patrice Pardue with $5,000 bail on E Commercial Ave.
• Traffic stop of a motorcycle on E Ridgecrest Blvd resulting in a warning citation.
• Abandoned white truck reported at the tennis courts on E French Ave.
• Domestic‑violence follow‑up documented on W Drummond Ave.
• Reckless vehicle speeding over 80 mph on N Mahan St/W Inyokern Rd.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on September 26, 2025. The logs include various arrests, traffic stops, and responses to emergency calls across the city.

• Felony arrest for driving under the influence at W Bowman Rd/S Downs St
• Misdemeanor arrest for possession of a controlled substance at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Warrant arrest at Kentucky Fried Chicken on S China Lake Bl with bail set at $50K for three charges
• Misdemeanor arrest for battery on school grounds at Burroughs High School
• Arrest for violation of court order and domestic violence on E Ridgecrest Bl

Infrastructure Committee

The Infrastructure Committee will discuss results regarding a 4-way stop and a warrant study. The body will also address radar on Valerie St. and GPS software.

• 4-Way Stop Inyo and Graff results
• Warrant Study: Mahan and Upjohn results
• PMG Radar on Valerie St.
• GPS Software

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will issue a media bulletin covering incidents reported on September 27, 2025. The bulletin lists several arrests—including felony and misdemeanor warrants—traffic stops, welfare checks, and code‑violation reports. No policy decisions or votes are scheduled for this meeting.

• Warrant arrest on E California Ave with $80,000 bail (HS 11364; PC 148.9).
• Felony arrest for concealed dirk/dagger at N China Lake Blvd (charges: 11395(b)(1), 21310 PC, 11364 HS).
• Felony shoplifting arrest at Albertson's #6376 on N Norma St (charges: 459.5 PC; 666.1 PC).
• Traffic stop on W Bowman Rd resulting in a verbal citation.
• Multiple welfare checks conducted on W Willow Av, S Silver Ridge St, and E Upjohn Av.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin documenting incidents from September 24, 2025. The log includes welfare checks, traffic stops, animal‑control calls, and several arrests with associated bail amounts. No policy decisions are being made; the bulletin serves as a public record of police activity.

• Warrant arrest at Taco Bell with bail amounts of $5,000 and three $95,000 charges
• Arrest for violation of court order on S China Lake Blvd with misdemeanor citation
• Battery report on W Upjohn Ave with multiple charges and $125,000 bail
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings or citations across several streets
• Animal‑control responses to stray dogs and lost pet on W Hood Ave

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a conditional use permit for the Heritage Community Assisted Living Facility. The proposal involves converting five existing professional office buildings into a senior housing facility.

• Conditional Use Permit 25-02 for a 42-unit assisted living facility at 900 Heritage Dr.
• Proposed conversion of five existing office buildings to assisted living use
• Proposed site improvements including new courtyards, a turnaround, and an east entrance gate

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the July 22 meeting, each by a 5‑aye vote. It then approved a Conditional Use Permit (25‑01) for a 42‑unit assisted living facility at 900 Heritage Drive. All three actions passed with unanimous affirmative votes.

• Approved agenda (5 Ayes)
• Approved minutes of 7/22/25 (5 Ayes)
• Approved Conditional Use Permit 25‑01 for 42‑unit assisted living facility at 900 Heritage Dr. (5 Ayes)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin summarizing incidents and calls logged on September 23, 2025. The bulletin lists various activities including arrests, traffic stops, 911 calls, and code violations across the city. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed.

• DUI arrest (2509230001) at W Coral Av
• Warrant arrest (2509230059) on N Downs St
• Theft report (2509230066) at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd
• Traffic stop (2509230081) at Travel Suites Hotel, S China Lake Bl
• Code violation (2509230016) on W Langley Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting its activities on September 22, 2025. The report lists numerous calls for service, traffic stops, extra patrols, code violations, and several arrests, including felony warrant arrests. No policy decisions or approvals were made; the bulletin serves as an informational record of police operations for the public.

• Felony warrant arrest at W Church Av with a $200,000 bail amount (Ernest Patrick Skinner).
• Multiple felony warrant arrests at Saddas Eastridge Market with bail amounts ranging from $10,000 to $100,000.
• Traffic stops resulting in citations on S Downs St, W Wilson Av, and other locations.
• Extra patrol requests responded to on E Nadeau St, W Langley Av, and other streets.
• Vehicle releases performed at City of Ridgecrest on W California Av.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin documenting calls and officer‑initiated activities on September 21, 2025. The bulletin lists area checks, disturbances, traffic stops, domestic incidents, arrests, and other public‑safety reports across the city. It records dispositions such as warnings, arrests, reports taken, and checks completed.

• Domestic disturbance at S Downs St/W Ridgecrest Blvd – documented as Domestic Violence Documentation
• Arrest for possession of a controlled substance at Holiday Boutique on N Balsam St – cited and released
• Warrant arrest on S China Lake Blvd citing $40,000 and $1,000 fines – misdemeanor arrest recorded
• Brandishing a weapon reported at Arrowhead Mobile Home Park on N Norma St – report taken
• Illegal fireworks reported on N Sahara Dr – checks OK

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents responded to on September 20, 2025. The bulletin lists arrests, traffic stops, welfare checks, and citizen contacts throughout the city. No policy decisions or agenda items were discussed at this meeting.

• Felony arrest for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia at N China Lake Blvd (charges HS 11364, HS 11395, HS 11350, HS 11550).
• Felony arrest for spousal abuse on W Wilson Ave (charge PC 273.5(A)).
• Warrant arrests with bail amounts ranging from $10,000 to $35,000, e.g., at China Lake Trailer Park on W Moyer Ave.
• Multiple traffic stops resulting in warnings or citations on N China Lake Blvd, S Richmond Rd, and other locations.
• Welfare checks and extra patrol requests on streets such as W Felspar Ave and N Peg St.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and service calls. The logs include arrests for DUI and warrant violations, as well as reports of residential burglary and traffic signal failures.

• Arrest of Jurgen Teske for Driving Under the Influence at Blue Rocket Express on S China Lake Bl
• Arrest of Mason Victor Schultz for Driving Under the Influence at Denny's on N China Lake Bl
• Warrant arrest of Latisha Lynn Lopez on S Norma St
• Reported residential burglary in progress on S Lenore St
• Traffic signal problems reported at N China Lake Bl/W Drummond Av and W Inyokern Rd/N China Lake Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for September 18, 2025. The logs record various incidents including traffic stops, welfare checks, and emergency responses.

• Felony arrest of Derek Burr for possession of a controlled substance at Ridgecrest Cinemas on N Triangle Dr
• Misdemeanor arrest of Samson Cole Pappe for driving on a suspended license on W Coso Av
• Report of battery against a spouse/cohabitant on W Drummond Av
• Traffic signal failure and flooding at W Drummond Av and N China Lake Bl
• Report of a child locked in a vehicle at Walmart Supercenter on E Bowman Rd

City Council

The council held a closed‑session conference with legal counsel about the Gilmore v. City of Ridgecrest litigation. In the regular session the council will receive the FY2024 Measure V report, discuss an ordinance to prohibit illegal fireworks and assign responsibility to property owners, consider a resolution to accept a San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District alternative‑fuel vehicle grant, and discuss the Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority board. The council will also vote on a resolution designating a voting member and alternates to attend the League of California Cities annual conference.

• Closed‑session legal counsel conference on Gilmore litigation (USDC Case No: 1:25‑CV‑01022‑JLT‑CDB)
• Discussion of ordinance prohibiting illegal fireworks and assigning owner responsibility
• Resolution to accept San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District alternative‑fuel vehicle grant
• Discussion of Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority board matters
• Resolution to designate a member and alternates for the League of California Cities annual conference

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin documenting incidents and calls handled on September 17, 2025. The bulletin lists arrests, warrants, traffic stops, welfare checks, and other police activities across the city. No policy decisions or agenda items were presented.

• $105,000 bail warrant arrest at A Nights Inn, N Balsam St.
• $10,000 bail warrant arrest at Casa Corona, N China Lake Blvd.
• $45,000 bail felony arrest at W Moyer Ave.
• Hit‑and‑run report at Walmart Supercenter, E Bowman Rd.
• Domestic disturbance at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital, N China Lake Blvd.

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will review the Misdemeanor Adult Arrest Log covering August 24 through August 30, 2025. The log lists each arrest, including name, date, charges, case number, location, time, action taken, charge level, and disposition. No policy decisions, ordinances, or contracts are being considered; the agenda is purely informational.

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for September 16, 2025. The logs include various arrests, traffic stops, and citizen assistance calls across the city.

• Felony arrest of Nicholas Jose Reyes for shooting at an inhabited dwelling on N Gold Canyon Dr
• Felony arrest of Usman Alonso ReyesHernandez for obstructing/resisting an officer at Fastrip Food Store on S China Lake Bl
• Misdemeanor arrest of Cheyenne Marie Walters for battery of a spouse/cohabitant on W Tamarisk Av
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Nicholas Arthur Marks on N Downs St
• Report of a large sum of money scammed from a person at Teresa's Ridgecrest Auto Body on N Inyo St

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present the Misdemeanor Adult Arrest Log covering August 17‑23, 2025. The log lists individual arrests, charges, locations, times, and dispositions for adults charged with misdemeanors and felonies. No policy decisions or actions are scheduled; the meeting is for informational review.

• Raphael John Schumacher – on‑view arrest for PC 460(B), 466 PC, 594(A)(1) PC at 819 W Mamie Ave, Ridgecrest, 10:45 am, felony, complaint sought
• Kevin Daniel Stevens – summoned/cited for 11364(A) HS at 200 B S Chinalake Blvd, Los Angeles, 7:33 pm, misdemeanor, released
• Skyler Robert Miller – summoned/cited for 11350(A) HS and 978.5 PC at 200 W Moyer Ave, Ridgecrest, 6:55 pm, misdemeanor, complaint sought
• Desmond Jermaine Pugh – on‑view arrest for PC 243.4(A) and 236 PC at 120 N China Lake Blvd, Ridgecrest, 6:31 am, felony, complaint sought
• Luis Martin Andrade – on‑view arrest on an arrest warrant at 100 W California Ave, Ridgecrest, 3:23 pm, felony, referred to other authority

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department provided a log of adult arrests occurring between August 10 and August 16, 2025. The document lists individuals taken into custody, their charges, and the locations of the arrests.

• Arrests for Health and Safety (HS) violations at 115 W Church Ave and 700 W Moyer Ave
• Felony arrests including charges at 1661 Triangle Drive Suite A and 1400 W St George Av
• Vehicle Code (VC) violations at 201 W Panamint and 200 W Ridgecrest Blvd
• Arrests for Penal Code (PC) violations at 600 W Upjohn Ave and 720 N Fairview St
• Multiple arrests involving outside warrants for Bakersfield and Trona

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will release a media bulletin covering incidents from September 15, 2025. It reports arrests, traffic stops, calls for service, and property findings across the city. Highlights include a warrant arrest with a $100,000 bail, multiple traffic citations, and a narcotics discovery at a local McDonald's.

• Warrant arrest of Corinne Maki with $100,000 bail at N China Lake Blvd
• Warrant arrest of Joseph Romero with $30,000 fine at China Lake Trailer Park
• Found narcotics (pills) at McDonald's on N China Lake Blvd
• Burglary report at Days Inn By Wyndham on W Inyokern Rd
• Numerous traffic stops resulting in citations and warnings city‑wide

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department will present its daily media bulletin, which records a series of calls, checks, traffic stops, welfare checks, and arrests that occurred on September 14, 2025. The bulletin includes a warrant arrest with a $10,000 bail at E Kashmir Ln, a felony arrest at Motel 6, and numerous disturbance, vandalism, and traffic‑stop reports. No policy decisions or votes are scheduled; the meeting is purely informational.

• Warrant arrest with $10,000 bail at E Kashmir Ln (Martin Guillermo PadillaCastro, DOB 02/24/1988) – Arrest Made
• Felony arrest of Michael Edward Thompson (DOB 08/12/1969) at Motel 6, S Fire Opal St – vehicle towed and booked
• Multiple traffic stops on W Upjohn Av, S China Lake Bl, and W Ridgecrest Bl resulting in warnings (cite/verbal)
• Welfare checks at Cubesmart Self Storage (S China Lake Bl) and N Las Posas Ct, with checks completed
• Vandalism reports on W Church Av and W Graaf Av, with reports taken or necessary action taken

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for September 13, 2025. The logs record various calls for service, including traffic stops, welfare checks, and multiple arrests for drug possession and warrant violations.

• Felony arrest of Lainey Raye Maxie for vandalism on W Langley Av
• Felony arrest of Charles Walter Jennings on S China Lake Bl with $25k bail
• Felony arrest of Richard Eugene Caine Jr on W Robertson Av with $25k bail
• Felony arrest of Arturo Carlos Monje on W Church Av
• Multiple misdemeanor arrests for possession of controlled substances at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and service calls. The logs include various arrests, traffic stops, and responses to citizen reports across the city.

• Felony arrest of Cherity Marie Nava at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Felony arrest of Dean Roger Poth on W Tamarisk Av for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia
• Misdemeanor arrest of Kevin Daniel Stevens on N China Lake Bl for brandishing a weapon
• Misdemeanor arrest of Luis Alberto Castorenadavila on W Moyer Av for violation of a domestic violence court order
• Misdemeanor arrest of one juvenile for reckless vehicle activity at S Lilac St and E Church Av

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include reports of arrests, traffic stops, and various citizen contacts across the city.

• Felony arrest for spousal abuse at Ridgecrest Regional Hospital
• Misdemeanor arrest for possession of a controlled substance on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrest for driving under the influence on W Inyokern Rd
• Warrant arrest for Nohemi Jessamy Galvan on W California Av
• Misdemeanor arrests for controlled substance paraphernalia on N Inyo St/W Inyokern Rd

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for September 10, 2025. The logs record various incidents including arrests for spousal abuse, drug possession, and weapon charges, as well as traffic stops and welfare checks.

• Felony arrest for spousal abuse on W Church Av
• Misdemeanor arrest for concealed dirk/dagger on W Ward Av
• Felony warrant arrest of Kassaye Camron Taylor on S Norma St with bail set at $40k and $5k
• Felony arrests for possession of controlled substances at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Andrea Gail Chance on W California Av with $5k bail

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include various traffic stops, welfare checks, and criminal reports.

• Felony arrest of Jose Vargas on E Drummond Av for charges including 496(d) PC and 10851(a) VC
• Warrant arrest of Shanine Deshon on E California Av with bail amounts ranging from 35K to 100K
• Rape report taken at Mojave View Apartments on W Mojave View
• Misdemeanor arrest of Devan Zachariah Sanders for possession of marijuana at Hawk's Plumbing on W Panamint Av
• Warrant arrest of Kathy La Gay on E California Av with 5K bail

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee will discuss a revenue update that shows sales tax, Measure L/V and Measure P likely falling below budget, while the Transient Occupancy Tax is over budget. Property tax revenue is also below budget and a June disbursement has not been received. The committee will also review pending purchase order rollovers.

• Revenue Update – sales tax, Measure L/V and Measure P projected below budget
• Revenue Update – Transient Occupancy Tax projected over budget
• Revenue Update – Property tax below budget; June disbursement not received
• PO Rollovers – $20,000 Job Descriptions Update (PO 2024-00000051)
• PO Rollovers – $44,508 Install Fiber to ACO (PO 2025-00000034)

Measure V Oversight Committee

The Measure V Citizens’ Oversight Committee will convene to approve minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting and review a draft report. The committee will also discuss future agenda items and set the date for the next regular meeting.

• Approval of draft minutes from August 11, 2025
• Review of draft report
• Discussion of future agenda items
• Setting date for next regular meeting
• Public comments on non-agenda items

City Council

The Ridgecrest City Council will convene to discuss the construction of a new wastewater treatment plant, appoint members to the Personnel Board, and receive the FY2024 Measure P report. The meeting will also include a proclamation for Hunger Action Month.

• Discussion and appointments to Personnel Board
• Adoption of resolution for new wastewater treatment plant
• Proclamation of Hunger Action Month
• Receive and file FY2024 Measure P Report
• Approval of draft minutes

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the August 5, 2025 meeting. No other substantive actions, approvals, or denials were recorded during this session.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes from August 5, 2025 meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee meeting scheduled for September 1, 2025, is cancelled. The agenda included updates on local business recruitment, Kern County initiatives, and downtown revitalization.

• Cancelled meeting
• Recruitment & Development Updates
• Kern County Updates
• Downtown Balsam Street Revitalization
• Report from RACVB

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity for August 30, 2025. The logs record various incidents including traffic stops, welfare checks, and several arrests for driving under the influence and outstanding warrants.

• Four arrests for Driving Under the Influence on S China Lake Bl, W Drummond Av, W Ridgecrest Bl, and E Ridgecrest Bl
• Warrant arrest of Dustin Joe Skipworth on N Florence St/W Las Flores Av (Felony)
• Warrant arrest of Jennifer Marie Carretti at Home Depot on N China Lake Bl (Misdemeanor)
• Warrant arrest of Rosario Ann Hyder on E Commercial Av (Misdemeanor)
• Arrest of Sequoia Jonathan Young for violation of court order at Crossroads Community Church

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity for August 29, 2025. The logs record various calls for service, including traffic enforcement, welfare checks, and criminal arrests.

• Felony arrests for possession of controlled substances at Motel 6 on E Ridgecrest Bl and on W Ward Av
• Misdemeanor warrant arrest of Mandy Campbell at Del Taco on N Norma St
• Injury traffic collision at W Ward Av/N Downs St involving a Dodge Truck and Toyota Camry
• Battery report on S Sunset St involving a father and son
• Vandalism report of juveniles spray painting a memorial at W Las Flores Av/N Helena St

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on August 17, 2025. The logs include reports of burglaries, narcotics arrests, and various traffic stops.

• Arrest of Raphael John Schumacher on W Mamie Av for burglary charges
• Arrest of Skyler Robert Miller on W Moyer Av for possession of a controlled substance
• Arrest of Harold Quinton Patterson on N Norma St for driving on a suspended license
• Arrest of Kevin Daniel Stevens on S China Lake Bl for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia
• Reports of residential burglary on W Felspar Av and sexual battery at Stater Brothers #109

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on August 16, 2025. The logs include various traffic stops, welfare checks, and several arrests for warrants and substance-related offenses.

• Arrest of Duane Dean Nible Jr. at E Ridgecrest Bl/S American St for warrants with bail set at $30,000 and $500
• Arrest of Andrew Allan Bowers Jr. at E Ridgecrest Bl/S American St for possession of controlled substance paraphernalia
• Arrest of Behrang D Goodarzirad at Pony Espresso on N Norma St for being drunk in public
• Arrest of Oscar Clemente on S China Lake Bl for evading a peace officer and DUI
• Arrest of Ryan Eugene Thatcher at W Ridgecrest Bl/N China Lake Bl for DUI

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department issued a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service. The logs include various arrests for drug possession, warrants, and DUI, as well as traffic stops and welfare checks.

• Arrest of Bradley Thomas Denna for shooting cats with a rifle at China Lake Trailer Park
• Arrest of Hailie Arlene Carson on W Bataan Av with bail set at $265,000
• Arrest of Nicholas Arthur Marks for DUI and drug charges at McDonald's on N China Lake Bl
• DUI Checkpoint conducted on the hundred block of W Ridgecrest Bl
• Arrests of Jessica Marie Bellini and RJ Gallo Fontillas for controlled substances at Motel 6

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released a media bulletin detailing police activity and calls for service on August 14, 2025. The logs include reports of crimes, traffic stops, and routine patrols across the city.

• Arrest of Oliverio Cornejo on W St George Av for resisting/delaying/obstructing officer
• Arrest of Edward Conrad Murph Sr on N Fairview St for battery of a spouse/cohabitant
• Report of four juveniles with guns in a burgundy BMW at W Wilson Av/S Helena St
• Burglary in progress report on N Sanders St involving three men
• Found narcotics at a car wash at N Griffin St/W Inyokern Rd

Arrest Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department provided a log of adult arrests occurring between July 20, 2025, and July 26, 2025. The document lists names, charges, case numbers, and locations for individuals taken into custody or cited.

• Arrests for 10851(A) VC at 416 N Robalo St and 900 W Inyokern Road
• Felony arrests for 211 PC, 243(D) PC, and 245(A)(1) PC at 100 W California Av
• Multiple arrests for 978.5 PC at various locations including 345 S China Lake Bl and 200 W Moyer Ave
• Drug-related charges (HS codes) at 329 E Ridgecrest Bl and 600 W Church Av
• DUI arrests (23152 VC) at 500 N China Lake Blvd, 800 W Atkins, and W Inyokern Rd

Measure V Oversight Committee

The Measure V Citizens’ Oversight Committee will meet to discuss and take action on a draft report. The committee will also review minutes from the May 12, 2025 meeting.

• Review of Draft Report
• Approval of May 12, 2025 meeting minutes

The Measure V Oversight Committee approved its agenda with four votes in favor and one member absent. It also approved the minutes from the previous meeting by the same vote count. No other actions were decided; discussion items were noted but not resolved.

• Approved agenda (4-0, 1 absent)
• Approved previous meeting minutes (4-0, 1 absent)

Police Logs

The Ridgecrest Police Department released activity logs for August 11, 2025, detailing traffic stops, arrests for lewd acts and school disturbances, and various citizen assists.

• Arrest made for lewd acts on W Reeves Av
• Juvenile arrested for disturbance at China Lake Junior High
• Traffic stop resulting in citation at Home Depot
• Multiple 911 wireless calls logged on W California Av
• Trespassing reports at China Lake Trailer Park

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from the May 6, 2025 meeting. No other motions were voted on or decided. Project updates on gym, courts, field sod, and sprinkler planning were reported but not acted upon.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Approved May 6, 2025 minutes (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the minutes from the May 27, 2025 meeting. It approved the Draft Commercial Landscape Ordinance to be recommended to the City Council. It also approved a tentative tract map to subdivide 13.57 acres (APN 509-020-43) into 18 single‑family residential parcels. All actions received four affirmative votes.

• Approved agenda (4 Ayes)
• Approved minutes from 5/27/2025 (4 Ayes)
• Approved Draft Commercial Landscape Ordinance recommendation (4 Ayes)
• Approved Tentative Tract Map 7517 subdivision of 13.57 acres into 18 parcels (4 Ayes)

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It also approved the draft minutes of the regular meeting held on May 19, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes
• Approved draft minutes of 05/19/25 meeting

Economic Development Committee

The Economic Development Committee unanimously approved the June 2, 2025 agenda. It also unanimously approved the draft minutes from the regular meeting held on May 5, 2025. No other actions were taken.

• Approved June 2, 2025 agenda (All in Favor)
• Approved draft minutes of 05-05-2025 meeting (All in Favor)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda and the minutes from April 22, 2025. It appointed Bill Farris as chair and Bernie Mondragon as vice chair, and assigned new commissioner David Percifield to the Quality of Life Committee. The commission approved amendments to Tentative Tract Maps 6700 and 6775 for the College Heights neighborhood, each with five affirmative votes. The conditional use permit for off‑site signage was continued to a June 24, 2025 hearing.

• Approved agenda (4 Ayes)
• Approved minutes from 4/22/2025 (4 Ayes)
• Appointed Chair Bill Farris and Vice Chair Bernie Mondragon (all in favor)
• Assigned Commissioner David Percifield to Quality of Life Committee
• Approved amendment to Tentative Tract Map 6700 for 54 single‑family lots (5 Ayes)
• Approved amendment to Tentative Tract Map 6775 for 60 single‑family lots (5 Ayes)
• Continued Conditional Use Permit 25‑01 for off‑site signage to June 24, 2025

Measure P Oversight Committee

The Measure P Oversight Committee approved the meeting agenda and approved the minutes of the May 19 session. They also approved the draft minutes of the regular meeting held on March 17, 2025. No other actions or votes were recorded.

• Approved meeting agenda
• Approved minutes of the May 19, 2025 meeting
• Approved draft minutes of the regular meeting dated 03/17/25

Finance Committee

The Finance Committee approved its meeting agenda and the minutes from the previous meeting. It also approved the draft minutes of the regular meeting held on 03/11/25. Revenue updates for various taxes and funds were presented, but no actions were taken on them.

• Approved agenda
• Approved minutes of prior meeting
• Approved draft minutes of 03/11/25 meeting

Quality of Life Committee

The Quality of Life Committee approved the meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes. No substantive actions, projects, or policy items were decided upon during this session.

• Agenda approved
• Minutes approved

Planning Commission

The commission approved its meeting agenda and the prior meeting minutes, each with three affirmative votes. It also approved a staff‑initiated zone change converting a property on N. Downs St. from Public Use (RSP) to Commercial Neighborhood (CN). No other items were decided at this meeting.

• Approved agenda – 3 Ayes
• Approved minutes (3/25/2025) – 3 Ayes
• Approved zone change 25-01 (APN 453-014-09) from Public Use (RSP) to Commercial Neighborhood (CN) – 3 Ayes

Economic Development Committee

The Ridgecrest Economic Development Committee approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the draft minutes from the March 3, 2025 meeting. No other actions or votes were recorded; discussion items were noted but not decided.

• Approved agenda (motion by Farris)
• Approved draft minutes of 03-03-2025 meeting (motion by Mondragon)

Planning Commission

The commission approved the meeting agenda with four affirmative votes. The minutes from the January 28, 2025 meeting were also approved by a 4‑aye vote. A variance application for 313 W. Church Avenue was denied, again with four affirmative votes.

• Agenda approved (4 Ayes)
• Minutes of 1/28/2025 approved (4 Ayes)
• Variance for 313 W. Church Ave denied (4 Ayes)