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Turlock public meetings in 2025

32 substantive meetings from 2025, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.

Wed Dec 10, 2025 · 18:00

General

Commission to consider renaming a park and a public art permit

The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission will meet to approve consent calendar items and consider a public hearing to rename Signh Walkway or Donnely Park and a Public Artwork Permit Application for the Public Safety Facility.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved public artwork for the Public Safety Facility

The commission adopted the consent calendar, accepting the September 10 and October 1 board meeting minutes (6/0). It denied a request to rename Singh Walkway or Donnelly Park (6/0). It approved a public artwork permit for 244 N Broadway at the Public Safety Facility (6/0). No public comments were received on any item.

156 S Broadway, Turlock
Tue Dec 9, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council approves $974,589 enterprise software purchase for IT

The Turlock City Council will consider a range of routine items on the Consent Calendar, several public hearings on ordinances and annexations, and multiple action items including budget amendments and contract approvals. Key decisions include a $974,589 purchase agreement for enterprise permitting and licensing software from Tyler Technologies and a $350,950 contract for a sanitary sewer main replacement. The council will also adopt the 2025 California Building Standards Code and review several development agreements.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $350,950 sewer main replacement project and CEQA exemption

The Turlock City Council approved several commission appointments, adopted the 2026 meeting calendar, and accepted $4,617,630.15 in weekly demands. It also approved multiple contracts, including a $350,950 award for the El Paseo Sanitary Sewer Main Replacement with a CEQA exemption, and adopted an ordinance amending the procurement code. Additionally, the council declared its intention to order Annexation No. 40 for 2831 N. Walnut Road.

Thu Dec 4, 2025 · 18:00

Planning Commission

Planning Commission considers one-year extension for Staybridge Suites hotel project

The Turlock Planning Commission will approve two consent‑calendar items: acceptance of the November 6, 2025 meeting minutes and waiving reading of all ordinances on the agenda. The commission will hold a public hearing on a request to extend the development timeline for the Staybridge Suites hotel at 2931 Sun Valley Court by one year. An informational update on Stanislaus County referrals will be presented, but no action will be taken on those items.

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✓ Decided: Commission granted CEQA exemption and one-year extension for hotel project

The Planning Commission voted 5‑0 to categorically exempt Conditional Use Permit 2023‑02 from CEQA and to grant a one‑year time extension for the project. It also approved waiving the reading of all ordinances on the agenda, except by title, by a 5‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned by a unanimous voice vote.

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Tue Nov 18, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council will allocate ARPA funds for helmet camera equipment and software

The Turlock City Council will consider several contracts and appropriations, including funding for helmet cameras, a water‑management plan, and IT services. Items on the consent calendar cover routine approvals such as payroll, a trench‑repair contract, and a software purchase. The council will also adopt a procurement manual amendment and approve a master‑plan study for unincorporated islands.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved $299,399 ARPA funding for helmet camera equipment

The council adopted a new procurement manual and began an ordinance to update the city's purchasing system. It approved several contracts and appropriations, including a trench‑repair contract, a backup‑software renewal, and a Microsoft 365 services agreement. The council also authorized a water‑management MOU, increased the partnership incentive grant, and allocated ARPA funds for helmet cameras.

Wed Nov 12, 2025 · 18:00

Measure A Committee

Committee will accept minutes and review quarterly and annual Measure A reports

The Measure A Citizen’s Oversight Committee will consider three agenda items. First, it will vote to accept the minutes from the July 16, 2025 meeting. Second, it will review and accept the quarterly accountability report covering July 1 – September 30 2025. Third, it will review and accept the annual accountability report for fiscal year 2024‑2025.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved minutes and two Measure A accountability reports

The Measure A Citizen's Oversight Committee met on November 12, 2025. The committee approved the minutes of the July 16, 2025 meeting, accepted the quarterly accountability report for July‑September 2025, and accepted the annual accountability report for fiscal year 2024‑2025. All three motions were made by Vice Chair Franco, seconded by Member Lynch, and passed unanimously 4‑0.

Thu Oct 30, 2025 · 14:00

General

City Council to consider $41,848 contract for 591 Birchwood Way repairs

The City Council will meet to decide on a construction bid for property maintenance and to discuss modifying signing authority limits for the City Manager and Interim City Manager.

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✓ Decided: Council approved $41,848 Birchwood Way repair contract and changed signing authority

The council voted 4‑0 to award a $36,390 contract (with a $5,458 contingency) to New Century Construction & Consulting, Inc. for maintenance and repair of 591 Birchwood Way, totaling $41,848. The council also voted 4‑0 to adopt Resolution No. 2025‑192, modifying signing‑authority limits for the City Manager and Interim City Manager.

Tue Oct 28, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council approves $141,400 senior center renovation contract

The Turlock City Council will vote on a range of items, including budget approvals, procurement orders, annexation intentions, and transit safety plans. It will adopt revised safety and asset‑management plans for the public transportation system and authorize equipment purchases for police and fire departments. The council will also award a $141,400 contract to renovate the Senior Center and Marty Yerby Recreational Facility.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation of three properties into Community Facilities District No. 2

The council approved the consent calendar and a purchase of a zero‑turn lawnmower. It adopted a resolution to annex three properties at 1601 W. Monte Vista Ave, 3201 Four Seasons Drive and 3130 E. Tuolumne Road into Community Facilities District No. 2. The council also adopted revised transit safety and asset management plans, authorized 9‑1‑1 system funding, and passed ordinances updating public‑works contracts and adopting the 2025 California Fire Code.

Wed Oct 15, 2025 · 18:00

Measure A Committee

Measure A Committee meeting canceled; no items to consider

The October 15, 2025 Measure A Committee meeting was canceled because no agenda items were submitted. No decisions or discussions will take place at this meeting. The next meeting's agenda will be posted later.

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156 S. Broadway, Turlock
Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider $1.47 million contract for John Lazar Park

The City Council will decide on several infrastructure and equipment purchases, including a contract for John Lazar Park. The body will also hold public hearings regarding the 2025 California Fire Code, construction bid thresholds, and a property annexation.

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✓ Decided: Council approved annexation of 300 N. Soderquist Rd into Community Facilities District No.2

The council adopted a special mailed‑ballot election and declared its results, formally annexing 300 N. Soderquist Road into Community Facilities District No. 2. They also approved several contracts, including three police SUVs ($149,291.01) and a sewer system management plan. All items passed unanimously (5‑0) except the John Lazar Park project, where one member abstained.

Tue Oct 14, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to award $1.47 M contract for John Lazar Park construction

The Turlock City Council will consider routine consent‑calendar items and several public‑hearing proposals. Key decisions include approving vehicle purchases for the police department, a UAS vehicle conversion, and a contract for the John Lazar Park project. The council will also act on a proposed annexation of 300 N. Soderquist Road and adopt updated fire and construction codes.

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✓ Decided: City Council approves annexation of 300 N. Soderquist Road into Community Facilities District

The council approved a special mailed‑ballot election and declared its results, annexing 300 N. Soderquist Road into Community Facilities District No. 2. It also approved several contracts and ordinance updates, including three police SUVs, a UAS vehicle upgrade, and revisions to massage establishment and construction bid regulations.

Wed Oct 1, 2025 · 18:00

Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission

Commission will award $7,000 in community events and activities grants

The Parks, Arts & Recreation Commission will consider the Community Events and Activities Grant awards. The grants total $7,000 and are funded through the Tourism Fund for recreation. The commission will vote on allocating these funds to eligible community projects.

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✓ Decided: Commission approved $7,000 in community grant awards

The commission elected Commissioner Holly as Chair Pro Tem with a 4‑0 vote. It approved five grant awards totaling $7,000 to local organizations, each with a 4‑0 vote. The meeting was adjourned with a 4‑0 vote.

156 S Broadway, Turlock
Tue Sep 23, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council awards $7.3 million contract for Siegfried Road Project

The Turlock City Council will consider several routine items and a few major actions. Key decisions include approving a $7,304,464 contract with Dirt Dynasty, Inc. for a roads program project and authorizing a $49,666 on‑call SCADA support agreement. The council will also adopt a new audiovisual equipment purchase for the Emergency Operations Center and adopt amended personnel system rules.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $7.3 million road construction contract and several key projects

The Turlock City Council adopted the consent calendar and approved multiple financial items, including weekly demands and investment reports. It awarded a $7,304,464 contract to Dirt Dynasty, Inc. for road construction and approved several other agreements and project completions. The council also approved the FY 2024‑2025 performance report, a SCADA support contract, audiovisual equipment for the Emergency Operations Center, and the first reading of a massage‑establishment ordinance.

Tue Sep 9, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve $9.9 million weekly demands and multiple municipal purchases

The Turlock City Council will consider a Consent Calendar that includes accepting weekly demands of $9,907,074.33 and several procurement contracts for vehicles, equipment, and services. The meeting also includes a public hearing to approve the FY 2024‑2025 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for HUD. Action items involve awarding a $272,000 roof and HVAC replacement contract for the Senior Center and rejecting all bids for other senior center and Marty Yerby facility renovations.

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✓ Decided: City approved a $750,000 biosolids disposal contract

The council adopted the consent calendar and accepted weekly fiscal demands of $9,907,074.33 plus EFT payments of $202,852.43. It approved multiple procurement contracts, including a $750,000 agreement for biosolids disposal, a $287,800 roof reroof for the Water Quality Control admin building, and purchases of police and utility vehicles. The council also approved the senior‑center roof and HVAC replacement contract for $272,000.

Tue Aug 26, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council approves sale of three city homes to income‑eligible first‑time buyers

The Turlock City Council will vote on resolutions to sell three city‑owned properties—570 Jason Drive, 1827 Shadow Park Drive, and 2065 Cody Court—to income‑eligible first‑time homebuyers through a lottery system. The meeting also includes routine consent calendar items, a safety services contract up to $450,000, and updates to housing and fee policies.

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✓ Decided: Council approved sale of three city homes to income‑eligible first‑time buyers

The council adopted the consent calendar and approved the city’s weekly financial demands of $3,877,074.20 along with a cash report of $316,336,183.01. It also approved a three‑year safety management services contract worth up to $450,000 and updated the user‑fee schedule for city services. Most notably, the council authorized the sale of three city‑owned properties—570 Jason Drive, 1827 Shadow Park Drive, and 2065 Cody Court—to income‑eligible first‑time homebuyers through a lottery, and approved the related resolutions.

Tue Aug 12, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Turlock City Council to consider new Community Facilities District and annexations

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the formation of Community Facilities District No. 3 and the annexation of properties on Flower Street and N. Soderquist Road. The body will also review several contracts for downtown remediation, cannabis regulation, and housing rehabilitation.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved a $1.746 million downtown remediation contract

The council approved several contracts and agreements, including a $1.746 million contract for the Downtown PCE Remediation Project and a $98,000 data‑integration software deal. It also increased the cannabis‑services contract ceiling to $230,000, reappointed a citizen‑oversight member, adopted the consent calendar, and created Community Facilities District No. 3 with an annual levy. Additionally, the annexation of 905 Flower Street into Community Facilities District No. 2 was approved.

Tue Jul 22, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve updated five-year Capital Improvement Program (CIP)

The Turlock City Council will consider a Consent Calendar covering routine items such as weekly demand payments, minutes, a grant MOU, assessment levy resolutions, and contract approvals. A final ordinance will repeal and replace the vendor chapter of the municipal code to regulate itinerant vendors. Public hearings and action items include approving the updated five‑year Capital Improvement Program, several inter‑agency agreements, and funding for cybersecurity and fire‑engine transfers.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved updated five-year Capital Improvement Program

The council approved the updated five‑year Capital Improvement Program for fiscal years 2025‑26 through 2029‑30. It also adopted Ordinance 1332‑CS revising vendor regulations, approved multiple contracts, grant allocations, and fire‑engine transfers, and authorized assessment‑district levy items. Consent items 8E and 8F were adopted after Councilmember Abram and Mayor Bublak recused themselves.

Wed Jul 16, 2025 · 18:00

General

Committee to accept Measure A Quarterly Accountability Report for Apr‑Jun 2025

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will consider two actions: accepting the minutes from the special meeting held on May 21, 2025, and adopting the quarterly accountability report covering April 1 to June 30, 2025. The report details expenditures of tax revenues received under City Ordinance No. 1281‑CS. No other items are slated for decision at this meeting.

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✓ Decided: Committee approved Measure A quarterly accountability report (4‑0 vote)

The Measure A Citizen's Oversight Committee accepted the minutes of the May 21, 2025 meeting with a 3‑1 vote (one abstention). It then approved the Measure A Quarterly Accountability Report covering April 1 – June 30 2025 with a unanimous 4‑0 vote. No other actions were taken; members suggested website updates for road work information and the report’s pie chart for future consideration.

Tue Jul 8, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Turlock City Council to consider new regulations for itinerant and sidewalk vendors

The City Council will discuss updating regulations for door-to-door and sidewalk vendors and the dissolution of a benefit assessment district. The body is also considering updates to first-time homebuyer financing and various city infrastructure contracts.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved new ordinance replacing street‑vendor rules with itinerant‑vendor regulations

The council adopted Ordinance 13XX‑CS, repealing the existing vendor chapter and establishing rules for itinerant vendors, with a 5‑0 vote. It also approved the dissolution of the Victoria Estates Landscaping Benefit Assessment District and related reimbursements, adopted a new First Time Homebuyer Secondary Financing Program policy, and authorized up to $100,000 for first‑time homebuyer and rehabilitation loans. Additional approvals included contracts for road construction services, fleet lubricants, and a CEQA exemption for a fire‑station project.

Tue Jun 24, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to approve $4 million water-treatment chemical contract

The Turlock City Council will consider a series of consent‑calendar items and resolutions, including multiple insurance payments, a vehicle purchase, a health plan amendment, and an annexation proposal. A major item is the approval of a contract up to $4,000,000 with Univar Solutions USA for Sodium Hypochlorite supply to the Municipal Services Department. Other actions include authorizing insurance renewals totaling $2,882,828 and adopting a ten‑year solid‑waste memorandum with Stanislaus County.

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✓ Decided: City Council approved $4 million water‑treatment chemical contract

The council approved a series of contracts and resolutions, including a $4,000,000 Sodium Hypochlorite supply contract for the Municipal Services Department, a $2,882,828 payment to the Central San Joaquin Valley Risk Management Authority, and an $87,222 purchase of a Ford F‑350 flatbed. The Consent Calendar was adopted and the weekly cash demands totaling $327,099,697.28 were approved. All actions were adopted by the council.

Tue Jun 10, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider rezoning and zoning map amendment for Planned Development 285

The Turlock City Council will hold a public hearing on the Mitigated Negative Declaration and the first reading of an ordinance amending the city’s zoning map for Planned Development 285 at 3130 E. Tuolomne Road. The council will also consider a consent calendar that includes routine approvals, several contract resolutions, and funding allocations for public safety and infrastructure projects. Additional agenda items include a presentation on the FY 2025‑2026 Non‑General Fund Budget and a closed‑session labor negotiation meeting.

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✓ Decided: City approves $8.0M road construction contract with Mountain Cascade

The council adopted the consent calendar and approved a series of contracts and policies, including an $8,025,215 road construction agreement with Mountain Cascade, Inc. Additional approvals included a $1,191,199.84 construction‑management contract with NV5, Inc., a $1,235,000 ARPA appropriation for public‑safety projects, and up to $70,000 of CDBG housing agreements. The council also adopted a personally identifiable information policy, a property‑management policy for the housing division, a police officer services agreement with the Turlock Unified School District, and a rezoning resolution directing staff to forward the matter to the Planning Commission.

Tue Jun 3, 2025 · 17:30

General

✓ Decided: City Council held a special meeting with no decisions made

The council convened a special meeting, took roll call, heard brief public comment, and entered closed session to discuss potential litigation. No actions, approvals, or votes were recorded.

Tue May 27, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Turlock City Council to discuss FY 2025-2026 General Fund Budget

The City Council will provide direction on the proposed Fiscal Year 2025-2026 General Fund Budget and consider adopting a Water Master Plan. The body is also deciding on several cannabis business development agreement extensions and the sale of surplus property.

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✓ Decided: Council adopted the Water Master Plan, declaring it CEQA exempt

The council approved the consent calendar, adopting several financial appropriations and waiving ordinance readings. It adopted local street‑closure permit fees and extended three cannabis dispensary and cultivation agreements through June 2026. The Water Master Plan was adopted and declared exempt from CEQA, and agreements for a citywide user‑fee study and participation in the HOME program were approved. The council also authorized the sale of surplus property at 140 South First Street.

Wed May 21, 2025 · 18:00

Measure A Committee

Measure A Committee to review quarterly accountability report

The Measure A Citizens' Oversight Committee will meet to review the quarterly accountability report for the period of January 1, 2025, to March 31, 2025. The committee is tasked with ensuring tax revenues are spent according to City of Turlock Ordinance No. 1281-CS.

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156 S. Broadway, Turlock
Tue May 13, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Turlock council to set fees for street closures and approve transit fare changes

The Turlock City Council will consider establishing fees for local street closure permits and inspecting whether to waive them for National Night Out. The body will also vote on a new transit fare structure effective July 1, 2025, and approve various contracts and resolutions for road maintenance and software.

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✓ Decided: Council approved a $2.73 million road contract and a $25,000 fee offset for encroachment permits

The council adopted the agenda and appointed Bryan Saint to the Planning Commission. It approved a $2,728,590.66 road construction contract and a $25,000 allocation to offset encroachment permit fees. The body also directed the City Manager to agenda a draft street‑closure fee resolution, adopted a new ordinance amending parade and special‑event rules, and approved a revised transit fare structure effective July 1 2025.

Tue Apr 22, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

April 22, 2025 City Council meeting cancelled

The regular City Council meeting scheduled for April 22, 2025, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to compliance with California Government Code 54953(b)(3).

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Tue Apr 8, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to approve over $5.8 million in weekly payroll and demand payments

The Turlock City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes approval of weekly demand payments totaling more than $5.8 million and several contract actions. Items include a $70,000 award to DV Electric for Transit Center EV chargers, a $1.25 million amendment to a traffic‑signal maintenance contract, and an $87,485.89 change order for a waste‑line repair project. The meeting also features a public hearing, a $1 contribution to a housing grant, and closed‑session discussions on employee matters.

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✓ Decided: Council appointed Sue Borrego as interim city manager

The council voted 5‑0 to appoint Sue Borrego as interim city manager. A consent calendar was approved 5‑0, covering several financial items including an award to DV Electric for transit‑center EV chargers and a contract amendment for traffic‑signal maintenance. A resolution to provide a $1 grant for the PLHA grant application was rejected 3‑2.

Tue Mar 25, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council will approve multi‑million road design contracts and fire records system

The Turlock City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes payroll and investment cash reports totaling over $311 million. It will also approve a $269,445 contract for bus stop cleaning, a fire department records‑management system agreement up to $90,000 (with a $52,700 renewal option), and a renewal of the city’s military equipment use policy. Several road‑design service contracts ranging from $647,779 to $1,105,475 will be authorized, along with a $1.3 million appropriation for the Roads Program.

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✓ Decided: Council approved fire services agreements, audited finances, and three road design contracts

The City Council adopted a fire‑fighters MOU appropriating $453,271 and a fire records‑management system agreement up to $90,000 with $82,410 appropriated. It also approved the review and renewal of the city’s military equipment policy, accepted the FY 2023 audited financial statements, and authorized three road‑design contract amendments totaling about $2.75 million. The council continued discussion of a $1 PLHA grant contribution for future consideration.

Tue Mar 11, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Council to consider $180 million bond issuance for Covenant Living West project

The City Council will consider a resolution to authorize up to $180 million of Colorado Health Facilities Authority Series 2025 revenue bonds, with a portion earmarked for Covenant Living West projects at 2125 N. Olive Ave. Other actions include declaring the 140 S. First Street parcel surplus land, approving contracts for a $565,114 water‑system project and a $133,100 website‑services agreement, and adopting new salary ranges for senior officials. The council will also address public participation, proclamations, and closed‑session labor matters.

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Tue Feb 25, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to consider $3.2 million road construction contract

The City Council will discuss mid-year budget amendments and a major road construction agreement. The body is also considering a zoning map amendment for a planned development project.

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Tue Feb 11, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to approve $1.67 M road construction contract and related bid award

The council will consider several consent calendar items, including financial approvals and ordinance waivers. It will vote on amendments to construction‑management task orders for the Roads Initiative totaling $967,472.29. The council will also decide on awarding a $1,670,859.13 road construction contract to United Pavement Maintenance, Inc., with a $167,000 contingency. A public hearing will address a General Plan amendment and zoning map change for a development at 1601 W. Monte Vista Avenue.

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Tue Jan 28, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

City Council to approve $1.13 million license‑plate reader contract with Flock Safety

The Turlock City Council will consider a consent calendar that includes several financial approvals, including a $1,133,550 contract for automated license‑plate recognition. Council members will also take final action on a development agreement for a new shopping center at 1885 Countryside Drive and related parcels, and will authorize the submittal of the 2023‑2031 Draft Housing Element to the state. Additional items include awarding a water‑rate study contract and amending road‑construction service agreements.

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Tue Jan 14, 2025 · 18:00

City Council

Turlock City Council to consider housing funds and new shopping center agreement

The City Council will discuss budget appropriations for the Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program and a loan for the Turlock Gospel Mission. The body is also considering a development agreement for a new shopping center and various infrastructure contracts.

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