Atwater, CA
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AtwaterCA averageUS Census ACS
Typical home value $425,295 +0.5% yr/yr · +16.1% 5-yr
Home-value trend 2001–2026 (Zillow ZHVI)
Development activity
Housing units permitted — US Census Building Permits Survey
20254 housing units ($1.1M)
🗳️ Election results (4 races)
Local election returns — winner marked ✓.
City Council District 1 2024-11-05
John G. Cale ✓ 1,418 · Kalisa Rochester ✓ 1,063 · Adrian Lopez-Juarez 1,003 · Michael Anthony Gomez 978
Mayor 2022-11-08
Mike Nelson ✓ 4,221 · John Galen Cale 1,977
City Council District 3 2022-11-08
Brian Raymond ✓ 1,533 · Danny Ambriz ✓ 533 · James E. Murphy, III 482
City Council District 1 2020-11-03
John G. Cale ✓ 1,590 · Michael Noguera 1,224
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Mon Sep 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Sep 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Oct 12, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Oct 21, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Nov 18, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Dec 14, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Dec 16, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Jan 11, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Jan 20, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Feb 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Feb 17, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Mar 8, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Mar 17, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Apr 12, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Apr 21, 2027 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon May 10, 2027 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Recent meetings
Mon Aug 24, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, Atwater
Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Jul 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Jun 22, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Jun 17, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Atwater City Council to consider FY 2026-27 budget and CAL FIRE agreement
The City Council will hold public hearings to adopt the Fiscal Year 2026-27 budget and a new miscellaneous fee schedule. The body is also considering a multi-year fire service contract and updates to commercial zoning standards.
- Proposed FY 2026-27 budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Plan
- CAL FIRE fire service operations agreement not to exceed $18,624,412 over three years
- Public hearing for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Miscellaneous Fee Schedule
- Ordinance No. CS 1081 to amend development standards for five commercial zoning districts
- Side letter agreements regarding salaries and job classifications for AFSCME Local 2703
budgetfire-serviceszoningfeeslabor-agreements
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
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submitted to cityclerk@atwater.org by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be
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be read out loud during the meeting.
Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons requesting
accommodation should contact the City in advance of the meeting, and as soon as
possible, at (209) 357-6241.
CITY OF ATWATER
CITY COUNCIL,
FIRE PROTECTION DISTRICT,
AND
SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE ATWATER
REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
AGENDA
Council Chambers
750 Bellevue Road
Atwater, California
June 8, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: (Council Chambers)
CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG:
City Council, FPD and Successor Agency to ARA Agenda for Meeting of June 8,
2026
Page 2
ROLL CALL: (City Council/Board of Directors)
Ambriz ____, Cale ____, Raymond ____, Rochester ____, Nelson _____
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEMS: (The City Clerk shall announce any requests for items
requiring …
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Tue May 26, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
Atwater City Council to consider zoning amendments and wastewater plant purchase
The City Council will hold a public hearing on updating development standards for several commercial zoning districts. The body will also review a draft budget for Fiscal Year 2026-27 and consider several city contracts and appointments.
- Public hearing for Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment No. 26-5-0100 affecting various commercial districts
- Sole source purchase of 400 UV Lamps for the Wastewater Treatment Plant from Trojan Technologies, Corp. for $146,619.94
- Purchase agreement with Key Code Media, Inc. for Council Chambers audio visual upgrades not to exceed $77,020.95
- Employment agreement for Police Chief William Novetzke in the annual amount of $166,202.33 plus benefits
- Annual subscription with Cloudpermit, Inc. for electronic plan review not to exceed $9,200
zoningwastewaterbudgetcontractspublic-safety
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
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In-person participation by the public will be permitted. In addition, remote public
participation is available in the following ways:
o Livestream online at www.atwater.org (Please be advised that there is a
broadcasting delay. If you would like to participate in public comment, please use
the option below).
o Submit a written public comment prior to the meeting: Public comments
submitted to cityclerk@atwater.org by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official minutes but will not
be read out loud during the meeting.
Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons requesting
accommodation should contact the City in advance of the meeting, and as soon as
possible, at (209) 357-6241.
CITY OF ATWATER
City Council
AGENDA
Council Chambers
750 Bellevue Road
Atwater, California
May 26, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: (Council Chambers)
CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL: (City Council)
Ambriz ____, Cale ____, Raymond ____, Rochester ____, Nelson _____
City Council Agenda for Meeting of May 26, 2026 Page 2
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEMS: (The City Clerk shall announce any requests for items
requiring immediate action subsequent to the posting of the agenda. Subsequent need
items require a two-thirds vote of the members of the City Cou …
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Wed May 20, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon May 11, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
City Council to approve extension of audit services contract with Badawi & Associates
The Atwater City Council will consider Resolution No. 3612-26 to adopt a contract amendment and extension with Badawi & Associates for professional audit services covering fiscal years ending June 30, 2026 through 2028, with an option for two additional years, and to authorize the City Manager to execute the amendment. The council will also consider Resolution No. 3613-26 to approve an amended and restated lease with the Merced County Radio Control Club for the property at 6205 Bert Crane Road, and Resolution No. 3614-26 to adopt a policy on disruption of telephonic or internet service during meetings as required by SB 707. Additional agenda items include routine consent‑calendar approvals (warrants and meeting minutes) and a public hearing on city vacancies and recruitment in relation to AB 2561.
- Approve Contract Amendment and Extension No. 3 with Badawi & Associates for audit services FY 2026‑2028, optional two‑year extension, authorizing City Manager to sign
- Approve Amended and Restated Lease Agreement with Merced County Radio Control Club for 6205 Bert Crane Road
- Adopt Policy on Disruption of Telephonic or Internet Service during meetings per SB 707
- Consent calendar: receive and file warrants (April 30, May 7 2026) and approve minutes from Feb 23, Apr 13 (City Council) and Apr 13 (Audit & Finance)
- Public hearing on City vacancies and recruitment efforts related to AB 2561
audit-servicescontract-extensionlease-agreementsb-707-policyvacancies-recruitment
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
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In-person participation by the public will be permitted. In addition, remote public
participation is available in the following ways:
o Livestream online at www.atwater.org (Please be advised that there is a
broadcasting delay. If you would like to participate in public comment, please use
the option below).
o Submit a written public comment prior to the meeting: Public comments
submitted to cityclerk@atwater.org by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official minutes but will not
be read out loud during the meeting.
Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons requesting
accommodation should contact the City in advance of the meeting, and as soon as
possible, at (209) 357-6241.
CITY OF ATWATER
City Council
AGENDA
Council Chambers
750 Bellevue Road
Atwater, California
May 11, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: (Council Chambers)
CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL: (City Council)
Ambriz ____, Cale ____, Raymond ____, Rochester ____, Nelson _____
City Council Agenda for Meeting of May 11, 2026 Page 2
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEMS: (The City Clerk shall announce any requests for items
requiring immediate action subsequent to the posting of the agenda. Subsequent need
items require a two-thirds vote of the members of the City Co …
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Mon Apr 27, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Apr 15, 2026 · 18:00
Planning Commission
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Apr 13, 2026 · 18:00
General
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Mar 9, 2026 · 18:00
General
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Feb 23, 2026 · 18:00
General
City Council to approve street restriping and salary schedule changes
The Atwater City Council will consider approving a contract for weed abatement services, a purchase order for repairs to Fire Engine 42, and specifications for street restriping and overlay projects. The council will also discuss an amendment to the salary schedule for department heads.
- Awarding agreement with Elite Maintenance & Tree Service for weed abatement
- Approving purchase order with Cummins Sales and Service for Engine 42 repairs (up to $26,098.36)
- Approving specifications for Restriping Various Streets Throughout the City Project
- Approving specifications for Overlaying Various Streets Throughout the City Project
- Approving amendment to Salary Schedule to equalize Department Head salary ranges
city-councilpublic-worksbudgetpolicefirestreetscontracts
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
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In-person participation by the public will be permitted. In addition, remote public
participation is available in the following ways:
o Livestream online at www.atwater.org (Please be advised that there is a
broadcasting delay. If you would like to participate in public comment, please use
the option below).
o Submit a written public comment prior to the meeting: Public comments
submitted to cityclerk@atwater.org by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official minutes but will not
be read out loud during the meeting.
Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons requesting
accommodation should contact the City in advance of the meeting, and as soon as
possible, at (209) 357-6241.
CITY OF ATWATER
City Council
AGENDA
Council Chambers
750 Bellevue Road
Atwater, California
February 23, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: (Council Chambers)
CALL TO ORDER: 6:00 PM
INVOCATION:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG:
ROLL CALL: (City Council)
Ambriz ____, Cale ____, Raymond ____, Rochester ____, Nelson _____
City Council Agenda for Meeting of February 23, 2026 Page 2
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEMS: (The City Clerk shall announce any requests for items
requiring immediate action subsequent to the posting of the agenda. Subsequent need
items require a two-thirds vote of the members of the …
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Mon Feb 9, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Wed Jan 28, 2026 · 18:00
City Council
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
Mon Jan 12, 2026 · 18:00
General
City Council to approve $1.95 M purchase for Osborn Park expansion
The Atwater City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, adopt an ordinance to notify property owners of abatement orders, and vote on three budget resolutions. One resolution authorizes a $1,950,000 allocation to buy property for the Osborn Park Expansion Project. Additional resolutions allocate $74,926 for the Housing Element update and approve a Regional Surface Transportation Program funds claim.
- Ordinance amending section 8.32.050(c)(2) to allow notice of abatement to property owners
- Resolution authorizing RSTP Exchange Funds Claim and related budget amendment
- Resolution allocating $74,926 for Housing Element update via Rincon Consultants
- Resolution allocating $1,950,000 for purchase of property for Osborn Park Expansion
- Resolution approving amendment to cannabis monitoring services contract with HdL Companies
budgetparkshousingtransportationordinancepublic-safety
750 Bellevue Road, City of Atwater
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In-person participation by the public will be permitted. In addition, remote public
participation is available in the following ways:
o Livestream online at www.atwater.org (Please be advised that there is a
broadcasting delay. If you would like to participate in public comment, please use
the option below).
o Submit a written public comment prior to the meeting: Public comments
submitted to cityclerk@atwater.org by 4:00 p.m. on the day of the meeting will be
distributed to the City Council, and made part of the official minutes but will not
be read out loud during the meeting.
Assistance will be provided to those requiring accommodations for disabilities in
compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990. Persons requesting
accommodation should contact the City in advance of the meeting, and as soon as
possible, at (209) 357-6241.
CITY OF ATWATER
City Council
AGENDA
Council Chambers
750 Bellevue Road
Atwater, California
January 12, 2026
REGULAR SESSION: (Council Chambers)
CALL TO ORDER
INVOCATION
Invocation by
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE TO THE FLAG
ROLL CALL: (City Council)
Ambriz ____, Cale ____, Raymond ____, Rochester ____, Nelson _____
City Council Agenda for Meeting of January 12, 2026 Page 2
SUBSEQUENT NEED ITEMS: (The City Clerk shall announce any requests for items
requiring immediate action subsequent to the posting of the agenda. Subsequent need
items require a two-thirds vote of the members of the …
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💰 Federal awards (top 10 by amount)
Largest recent federal contract/grant awards to recipients in this city (2023–present), via USAspending.gov.
| $3.2M | RONALD DANEL Department of Veterans Affairs · NATIONWIDE OFFSITE MANUFACTURE, INSCRIPTION & DELIVERY SERVICES J1/L1 |
| $3.1M | RONALD DANEL Department of Veterans Affairs · J1/L1 FLAT GRANITE MARKERS |
| $910,936 | CITY OF ATWATER Department of Justice · SEWER (WASTEWATER) SERVICES |
| $474,407 | TEASDALE FOODS, INC. Department of Agriculture · 4100023425/ CANNED DRIED BEANS |
| $473,040 | RONALD DANEL Department of Veterans Affairs · INSCRIPTION ON NICHE COVERS MARBLE "IGF::OT::IGF" |
| $412,621 | CERTIFIED STAINLESS SERVICE, INC. Department of the Interior · CA-COLEMAN NATIONAL FISH-FISH TRAILER |
| $374,256 | CITY OF ATWATER Department of Justice · WATER SERVICES |
| $339,432 | OLD BRIDGE CONSTRUCTION SERVICES, INC. Department of Veterans Affairs · LANDSCAPING AND GROUNDS MAINTENANCE SERVICE |
| $250,700 | RONALD DANEL Department of Veterans Affairs · H1 GRANITE NICHE COVER INSCRIPTIONS FOR MSN 1, MSN 2 AND MSN 4. SHORT |
| $180,900 | CITY OF ATWATER Department of Justice · WATER SERVICES |
Source: USAspending.gov (U.S. Treasury) — federal awards only, not city budgets.
🌐 County-level context (Merced County)
County-level context — from BLS, IRS, FEMA, HUD, Census. These figures cover the whole county this city sits in, not just the city itself.
Net migration-699 people (-$50.7M net AGI · 2023)
Federal disasters (10 yr)8 ({"Severe Storm": 6, "Flood": 5, "Freezing": 3, "Biological": · last Mon Apr 3, 2023)
Traffic fatalities1 (2024)
Business establishments3,592 (49,545 employees · 2023)
Fair Market Rent (2BR)$1,509/mo (247 assisted households · 2025)
Adults with low literacy44.6% (low numeracy 54% · 2017)
Sources: BLS LAUS, IRS SOI, FEMA, NHTSA FARS, Census CBP, HUD, NCES PIAAC
City profile
Everything below is drawn from this city’s own public record and primary-source government data. AI-written summaries are a finding aid, not a citable quote.
$66.8M
Annual budget
145
Employees on payroll
4
Permitted housing units
The money — in
source: Census gov-finance & state comptrollerBudget
Revenue$66.8M
Spending$63.1M
Revenue ran ahead of operating spending this year.
The money — out
source: city procurement & payrollWho the city actually cuts checks to.
145 employees on the public payroll — every position and salary is public record.
Outcomes — economic mobility
source: Opportunity Atlas (Harvard) · research useFor kids who grew up here in low-income households, their adult household-income rank (0–1). The average hides a gap by race:
Research-only layer, shown here for context — not included in the CC BY 4.0 bulk download.
Where it’s happening
geocoded land-use decisions🗺 Interactive map
Every rezoning, development approval, and permit — explore the geocoded records in the research explorer.