Porterville, California

Regular Meeting - Spanish

The Porterville City Council meeting will consider a series of authorizations and procurement requests. Key items include a $1,985,729.30 contract for four compressed natural gas (CNG) garbage trucks, a $329,952.26 purchase of a John Deere 772P motor grader, and several smaller equipment and technology acquisitions. Routine consent‑calendar items will also be approved by a single motion.

• Authorize purchase of four CNG garbage trucks (Coast Counties Peterbilt) for up to $1,985,729.30, funded by the Solid Waste Reserve Fund
• Authorize purchase of a John Deere 772P motor grader from Pape Machinery for up to $329,952.26, funded by the Street Division Equipment Replacement Budget
• Authorize purchase of a hydraulic pump for trash truck #6612 from Ray Gaskin Service for up to $11,656.21, funded by the trash‑collection equipment maintenance budget
• Authorize purchase of five Token Transit fare validators and related software support for up to $25,650 plus $1,700 annual software maintenance, funded by a Federal Transit Administration grant
• Authorize purchase of video detection components for traffic signals at Prospect Street and Henderson Avenue from Econolite for up to $72,356, funded by the Capital Improvements Program FY 2026‑2027

City Council

The City Council will review a consent calendar featuring numerous equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts. Key items include the acquisition of new refuse trucks and a motor grader, as well as the awarding of a culvert project contract. The body will also discuss scheduling public hearings for municipal code amendments regarding code enforcement and business licenses.

• Purchase of four CNG refuse trucks from Coast Counties Peterbilt not to exceed $1,985,729.30
• Award of Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project to MAC General Engineering, Inc. for $1,300,493.27
• Purchase of John Deere 772P Motor Grader not to exceed $329,952.26
• Allocation of $519,058 in Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Program funding
• Proposed public hearings for August 4, 2026, regarding Code Enforcement and Business License functions

Regular Meeting - Canceled

The Porterville City Council cancelled its regular meeting scheduled for July 7, 2026 at 5:30 p.m. in the Council Chambers. The cancellation was made by Minute Order 17-110425. No agenda items were considered.

City Council

The council will hold a public hearing and consider adopting the Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Program. They also plan to adopt resolutions submitting proposed amendments to Sections 16 and 61 of the City Charter to the voters at the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election. The consent calendar includes numerous equipment purchases and repairs, a $725,000 agreement for the Santa Fe Sportsplex design, and acceptance of an $85,750 ASPCA grant.

• Adoption of FY 2026-2027 Budget and Capital Improvement Program (Public Hearing)
• Resolutions to submit proposed City Charter amendments (Sections 16 and 61) to voters in November 2026
• Consultant Services Agreement with Peters Engineering Group for Santa Fe Sportsplex design, not-to-exceed $725,000
• Repairs to City Well No. 19 by S.A. Camp Pump & Drilling Company, not-to-exceed $41,912
• Acceptance of $85,750 ASPCA grant for veterinary care services

City Council

The council will receive the proposed budget for the next fiscal year and schedule a public hearing for June 16. Other items include a public hearing on the Tule River Tribe Complete Streets and Two Pedestrian Bridges Project, an ordinance amendment for accessory structure setbacks, and a resolution calling the November 3 general municipal election. The consent calendar includes software purchases, supply contracts, and community event approvals.

• Presentation of proposed FY 2026-2027 budget and scheduling public hearing for June 16
• Public hearing on Tule River Tribe Complete Streets and Two Pedestrian Bridges Project on the reservation
• Introduction of ordinance amending accessory structure setbacks (Development Ordinance Section 301.01)
• Resolution calling and consolidating November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election with Tulare County
• Consent items: $32,447 SwiftComply backflow software, $250,000 annual polymer supply contract, and $5,000 each for homelessness programs

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a consent calendar with multiple financial authorizations, including a $3 million self-performed street maintenance program, $1.5 million for water shares and surface water for groundwater recharge, and a $764,840 wastewater consulting agreement. Scheduled matters include an amendment to the development fee early payoff incentive program for low- and moderate-income housing and a $39,629 purchase of patrol rifles and ballistic helmets for the Police Department. The council will also hold closed sessions on labor negotiations and two liability claims.

• Approve $3 million self-performed street maintenance program for Fiscal Year 2026/2027
• Authorize up to $1.5 million for water shares and surface water for groundwater recharge
• Authorize $764,840 consultant agreement for wastewater nitrogen compliance and recycled water planning
• Consider $39,629 purchase of patrol rifles and ballistic helmets funded by asset forfeiture
• Amend development fee early payoff incentive program for multi-unit housing for low/moderate-income families

City Council

The City Council will receive the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026-2027 and provide direction to staff. This is the only substantive item on the agenda.

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

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider purchasing equipment, awarding construction contracts, and setting public hearings for zoning and street closures. The meeting includes a closed session on labor negotiations and liability claims.

• Award of Main Street Parking Lot Project contract ($2,009,940.95)
• Authorization to purchase lifeguard stands ($18,154.02)
• Authorization to repair Police Patrol Vehicle No. 3411 ($10,455.89)
• Setting of public hearing for accessory structure setback amendment
• Authorization to advertise bids for Villa Street Phase 2 Culvert Project ($1,694,167)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet in special session with a closed session to discuss anticipated litigation. In open session, the council will review and discuss the proposed Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program, provide direction on project priorities, and consider additional projects and funding strategies.

• Review and discussion of draft Fiscal Year 2026-2027 Capital Improvement Program

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar items, including the purchase of a semi‑truck for the Streets Division, several contract authorizations, and a request to suspend transit fares for Earth Day. Public hearings will address a CDBG Action Plan, a development ordinance amendment, and an ordinance for expedited EV‑charging permits. The council will also adopt a resolution on individual employment agreements for senior managers.

• Authorize purchase of one semi‑truck for the Streets Division, not to exceed $174,503.82
• Authorize contract for Solar Operations & Maintenance Services, up to $149,400
• Approve amendment to Development Ordinance Article 307 on nonconforming uses
• Adopt ordinance for expedited permitting of electric vehicle charging systems
• Approve 2026/2027 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider multiple authorizations, including purchases for public records software, SCADA equipment, transit bus wraps, wastewater and well repairs, and a solar operations & maintenance contract. They will also vote on several proclamations, community event permits, and appointments to oversight committees. A public hearing will be held on revoking three massage business licenses, and the council will vote on a new City Attorney agreement with a $6,500 budget amendment.

• Authorize $149,400 contract with Bright House Energy Construction for solar O&M services
• Authorize up to $40,962 for SCADA equipment at Rocky Hill and Martin Hill Reservoirs
• Authorize up to $111,804.92 for transit bus wraps
• Public hearing to consider revoking business licenses for Rose Massage, Star Massage, and Diamond Massage Spa
• Approve new City Attorney agreement with Griswold LaSalle, Cobb, Dowd & Gin, LLP and $6,500 budget amendment

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to review and provide direction on proposed charter amendments from the Charter Review Committee, as summarized in the City Attorney's memorandum. No other substantive items are on the agenda.

• Review of Charter Amendment Recommendations from Charter Review Committee

City Council

The City Council will meet for a special session to discuss the appointment or employment of the City Attorney. This item is scheduled for a closed session pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.

• Closed session regarding City Attorney appointment/employment

City Council

The Porterville City Council will vote on adopting the Active Transportation Plan to guide future pedestrian and bicycle projects. It will also consider a series of consent‑calendar purchases, including mobile radio equipment, firefighting gear, and traffic signal components. Additional items include a public hearing on the Ramirez Residential Subdivision Project and a second reading of an entertainment‑zones ordinance. Closed‑session discussions will cover real‑property negotiations, labor talks, and pending litigation.

• Authorization to purchase mobile radio equipment and vehicle chargers up to $75,905
• Authorization to purchase 40 sets of structural firefighting PPE up to $200,318.36
• Authorization to purchase traffic signal components up to $68,845.36
• Adoption of the City of Porterville Active Transportation Plan
• Public hearing on the Ramirez Residential Subdivision Project

City Council

The Porterville City Council will hold a public hearing on an ordinance to amend entertainment zone regulations and consider authorizing a drone-as-first-responder program with Motorola Solutions. The consent calendar includes contracts for transit bus repairs, a fireworks and drone show for Freedom Fest, and a $1.375 million affordable housing project application.

• Public hearing on ordinance amending Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code relating to Entertainment Zones (Downtown and Municipal Airport)
• Authorization of agreement with Motorola Solutions for BRINC Drone as First Responder Program (one-year free trial, then $139,998 annually for five years)
• Authorization of fireworks ($50,000) and drone show ($28,500) for 2026 Freedom Fest
• Authorization to submit HOME Program applications with Self-Help Enterprises for The Foundry Affordable Rental Housing Project (up to $1,375,000 in HOME Program Income funds)
• Authorization to repair transit bus engine (not to exceed $34,492.21) and fire engine pump (not to exceed $6,808.42)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will decide on a $1,556,180 police radio system upgrade, a tentative subdivision map for the Morton Residential Development, amended conditions for the Villas at Della Farms project, and multiple park improvements including playground surfacing and shade at Fallen Heroes Park. The consent calendar also includes consultant contracts for streamlining planning and economic development, a water utility software purchase, and a letter opposing California's mileage-based road usage fee study.

• Police Radio System Upgrade Project with Motorola Solutions for $1,556,180
• Playground surfacing for Fallen Heroes Park from Kompan up to $169,554.75
• Playground shade structures for Fallen Heroes Park from Ross Recreation Equipment up to $61,792
• Public hearing for Tentative Subdivision Map for Morton Residential Development
• Public hearing for amended Conditions of Approval for Villas at Della Farms Development Project

The council unanimously approved the Police Department Radio System Upgrade Project, allocating $1,556,180 from the Equipment Replacement Reserve. It also approved purchases for Fallen Heroes Park surfacing ($169,554.75) and shade structures ($61,792), as well as water‑utility software ($26,051). Additional actions included accepting a grant deed for the Lombardi Subdivision lift station, approving a community fun‑run event, and authorizing 24 new lighted bus stop sign poles.

• Approved Police Radio System Upgrade Project – $1,556,180 (unanimous)
• Approved playground surfacing for Fallen Heroes Park – up to $169,554.75
• Approved playground shade structures for Fallen Heroes Park – up to $61,792
• Approved purchase of AIIMax water utility software licenses – up to $26,051
• Accepted Grant Deed for Lombardi Subdivision lift station
• Approved Boys and Girls Clubs "Love Our Kids SK Fun Run and Walk" event
• Approved purchase of 24 additional lighted bus stop sign poles – up to $64,880.08
• Motion to approve Items 3‑8, 11‑13, and 15 carried unanimously

City Council

The City Council will hold a second reading to adopt Ordinance 1928, which establishes a by-right approval process for qualifying housing developments as required by state law. The consent calendar includes authorizations for vehicle purchases, infrastructure projects, and a public hearing for the Della Farms Development Project. Scheduled matters include approval of a revised city council order of business, a budget calendar for FY 2026-2027, and an amended JPA for the Tule East Groundwater Sustainability Agency.

• Authorization to purchase two pickup trucks for $101,968.41 (items 1-2)
• Main Street Parking Lot Project with EV charging stations (consent item 9)
• Pedestrian Crossings with Rapid Flashing Beacons at various school zones (consent item 10)
• Second reading to adopt Ordinance 1929 reducing speed limit on Plano Street from 45 to 40 mph
• Approve amended JPA establishing Tule East Groundwater Sustainability Agency (scheduled matter 32)

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on zoning text amendments and adoption of the 6th Cycle Housing Element, a major planning document for 2023-2031. It will also consider continuing the Porterville Armory Emergency Shelter through February 2026, selecting City Charter amendments for the ballot, and a revised order of business. The consent calendar includes acceptance of two completed street reconstruction projects (Main Street Phase 2A for $1,902,021.56 and Villa Street for $12,301,702.45) and a property sale agreement with Self-Help Enterprises on Springville Avenue.

• Adoption of the 6th Cycle Housing Element Update for 2023-2031
• Continuation of the Porterville Armory Emergency Shelter through February 2026
• Text amendments: adding laundromats in D-MX district and by-right approval for housing
• Acceptance of Main Street Reconstruction Phase 2A ($1,902,021.56)
• Acceptance of Villa Street Reconstruction ($12,301,702.45)