Calexico public meetings in 2023

City Council

The City Council is asked to ratify the minutes from a special meeting of the Community Services Commission held on August 9, 2023. The meeting minutes also include reports on the Recreation Department budget and various commission committee formations.

• Ratification of Community Services Commission Special Meeting minutes from August 9, 2023
• Report of a $13,680.00 budget amendment for the Recreation Department provided by Councilman Manzanares
• Approval of Utility Box Art Project Cycle 2 guidelines and forms

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for December 11, 2023, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will receive and file the certificate of sufficiency for recall petitions targeting Councilmembers Raul Urena and Gilberto Manzanarez. The Council must now select a date for a special municipal election, with the option to consolidate it with the March 5, 2024, statewide primary to reduce costs.

• Receipt of sufficient recall petitions for Councilmembers Urena (4,288 valid signatures) and Manzanarez (4,243 valid signatures)
• Discussion of potential special election dates ranging from March 5, 2024, to April 23, 2024
• Proposal to adopt a resolution requesting consolidation with the March 5, 2024, Statewide Primary Election
• Decision on whether to continue discussion until the December 20, 2023, meeting

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for November 27, 2023, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council will consider reopening Rockwood Avenue between 1st and 2nd Streets for vehicular traffic or scheduling a public hearing for its permanent closure. The decision impacts parking, street maintenance, and potential revenue from permits.

• Option to reopen Rockwood Avenue for vehicle traffic
• Option to schedule public hearing for permanent closure
• Potential expenditure of $386,545 for permanent amenities

Measure Committee

The Measure H Committee will meet to discuss reports provided by Interim Finance Director Sandra L. Fonseca. The committee will also consider the approval of minutes from the June 8, 2023, special meeting.

• Approval of June 8, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Measure H reports by Interim Finance Director Sandra L. Fonseca

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request for a temporary encroachment permit to reconstruct a 'V' shaped sign. If approved, the permit would allow the installation of the 8-foot by 7-foot sign for a six-month period.

• Temporary encroachment permit request for a 'V' shaped sign at Cole Boulevard and M L King Avenue
• Proposed sign dimensions of approximately 8 feet long by 7 feet high

Economic Development Financial Advisory Commission

The Commission will hold an election for the Chair and Vice Chair positions. Interim Finance Director Sandra L. Fonseca will present the FY 2023-24 budget quarter report.

• Election of Chair and Vice Chair
• FY 2023-24 budget quarter report presentation
• Approval of July 12, 2022, meeting minutes

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission is reviewing proposed ordinance amendments to allow and regulate cottage food operations within residential dwellings. The commission will consider a draft text amendment to the City Code that establishes permit procedures, delivery requirements, and public notice rules.

• Proposed ordinance amending sections 17.01.9060, 17.11.200, and adding Chapter 17.21 regarding cottage food operations
• Proposed ordinance amending Article II and removing Article III of Chapter 17.03 regarding accessory dwelling units and junior accessory dwelling units
• Approval of October 23, 2023, meeting minutes

Community Services Commission

The Community Services Commission discussed the need for $3,000,000 to complete Adrian Cordova Park and efforts to secure additional funding for the Heber Park expansion. The meeting also addressed playground safety inspections, potential year-round swimming programs, and the selection of art for the Utility Box Art Project.

• Heber Park Project: City staff is seeking additional funding and a grant extension to June 30, 2028
• Adrian Cordova Park: Approximately $3,000,000 is needed to complete the project
• Utility Box Art Project Cycle II: Commission approved art selections for recommendation to City Council
• Playground Inspections: Discussion regarding potential certification of inspectors with fees between $500 and $1,000
• Public Works Director: City Council authorized an agreement with Guillermo Sillas as the new Director/City Engineer

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review a proposal to create a comics and pop culture section using donated materials. The board will also discuss the Toy Backpack Policy for its lending library.

• Comics/Pop Culture Proposal: A request to donate hundreds of comics and develop a special section
• Toy Backpack Policy: Review of procedures for the library's toy lending program
• Zip Books Grant FY 2023-24: Discussion of grant funding
• Lunch at the Library Grant Award Notification FY 2023-24: Notification of grant award
• California Library Literacy Grant FY 2023-24: Discussion of grant funding

City Council

The City Council is considering authorizing the City Manager to sign a site agreement with Comite Civico del Valle, Inc. The agreement involves installing four electric vehicle charging stations at 411 5th Street.

• Site agreement for EV charging stations at 411 5th Street
• Installation of four (4) electric vehicle charging stations
• Agreement between the City of Calexico and Comite Civico del Valle, Inc.

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission will review a request for a Conditional Use Permit to allow the sale of beer and wine at an existing sit-down restaurant. The application covers suites 5, 6, 7, and 8 at 900 West Birch Street. If approved, the restaurant would seek a Type 41 license from the State Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

• Conditional Use Permit (UA 2023-10) for alcohol sales at 900 W Birch St, Suites 5-8
• Approval of October 9, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

City Council

Mayor Raul Urefia is making an appointment to the Police Advisory Commission. The agenda item includes the application of Gabriel Rodriguez IV for the position.

• Appointment of Gabriel Rodriguez IV to the Police Advisory Commission by Mayor Raul Urefia

Planning Commission Page

The Calexico Planning Commission will review a permit for drive-through improvements at 703 Imperial Avenue and a proposed division of land at 168 East Cole Boulevard. The meeting also includes a discussion regarding the annual election of the commission chairperson.

• Conditional Use Permit for Jack in the Box improvements at 703 Imperial Avenue
• Division of Land application at 168 East Cole Boulevard
• Approval of September 25, 2023, meeting minutes

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding conditional use permit renewals for two cannabis facilities. The commission will also review a proposed amendment to the zoning ordinance regarding carports.

• Renewal of Calexico Dynamic Ventures Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis cultivation facility
• Renewal of Calexico Group, LLC Conditional Use Permit for a cannabis manufacturing and distribution facility
• Zoning Ordinance Text Amendment (Chapter 17.03) related to carports
• Approval of August 14, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

Meeting

The City Council approved budget amendments using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds for several park projects and the Adrian C. Cordova Memorial Park. The council also appointed a new General Commissioner to the Housing Authority and updated guidelines for the Essential Workers Relief Program.

• Approved $500,000 ARPA budget amendment for Border Friendship Park, Rodriguez Baseball Field, and Community Center Park (3-2)
• Approved Adrian C. Cordova Memorial Park illustrative plan and $465,000 ARPA budget amendment for Phase I (Unanimous)
• Appointed Ismael Lopez as General Commissioner to the City Housing Authority Board (Unanimous)
• Approved updated Essential Workers Relief Program guidelines, including extending application date to Sept 20 (4-1)
• Approved cancellation of the Sept 20, 2023, regular City Council meeting (4-1)
• Approved Utility Box Art Project Cycle II forms and guidelines option number 2 (Unanimous)
• Approved proclamation for Library Card Sign-up Month (Unanimous)
• Approved consent agenda including warrants, salaries, and a police officer association MOU (Unanimous)

City Council

The City Council received an informational report regarding expenditures from the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The report details spending on various parks and fields as of June 30, 2023.

• $138,166.33 spent to date on emergency park infrastructure
• $500,000 allocated for Nosotros Park and Baseball Field improvements
• $272,000 allocated for Adrian C. Cordova Memorial Park, Heber Park, and Crummett Park
• $175,000 allocated for design/engineering services at Adrian C. Cordova
• Expenditures include materials for walkways, soccer fields, lighting, and restrooms

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, August 28, 2023, has been cancelled.

Meeting

The City Council approved the declaration of a property at 1100 West Imperial Avenue as surplus land. Other actions included approving fire equipment purchases and a local emergency declaration for Tropical Storm Hilary.

• Declared 0.81-acre property at 1100 West Imperial Avenue as surplus land (3-2)
• Approved $364,946.78 for Fire Department PPE and SCBA equipment (unanimous)
• Approved $125,000 amendment for Michael Baker International construction support services (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution ratifying a local emergency for Hurricane/Tropical Storm Hilary (unanimous)
• Approved $500,000 ARPA budget amendment for Nosotros Park and Baseball Field improvements (unanimous)
• Tabled $500,000 ARPA budget amendment for Border Friendship Park improvements (unanimous)
• Tabled ordinance regarding English and Spanish meetings and Essential Workers Relief Program guidelines (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council is considering the ratification of guidelines for the Essential Workers Relief Program, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act. The program provides cash grants of up to $500 to eligible Calexico residents who worked in specific sectors during the pandemic.

• Ratification of Essential Workers Relief Program Guidelines
• $1,000,000 in ARPA funds allocated for essential worker relief
• Cash grants of up to $500 per eligible applicant on a first-come, first-served basis
• Application deadline proposed for September 13, 2023, at 4:00 pm

Planning Commission Page

The Calexico Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding the renewal of multiple conditional use permits for cannabis retail, cultivation, and manufacturing facilities. Staff recommends revocation for six of these permit renewals. The Commission will also review a permit for a drive-through money exchange business.

• Revocation recommendation for Valley Greens cannabis retail facility (UA 2019-02)
• Revocation recommendation for JJ Pharma cannabis cultivation and distribution (UA 2019-09)
• Revocation recommendation for Valley Made cannabis manufacturing and distribution (UA 2019-26)
• Revocation recommendation for The Finer Things in Life DBA Valley Holistic cannabis storefront (UA 2019-09)
• Review of drive-through money exchange business permit at 525 Imperial Avenue (UA 2022-22)

Community Services Commission

The Commission held a special session to elect Patricia Urena as Chairperson and Antonio Garcia as Vice-Chairperson. Members also established a recurring meeting schedule for specific months of the year and formed several Ad Hoc Committees.

• Election of Patricia Urena as Chairperson and Antonio Garcia as Vice-Chairperson
• Approval of Utility Box Art Project Cycle 2 guidelines and forms
• Establishment of meeting dates for the second Wednesday of February, April, July, and November
• Formation of five Ad Hoc Committees covering topics such as Parks, Recreation, and Arts
• Report on a $13,680.00 budget amendment for the Recreation Department

City Council

The document outlines the required documentation for the Essential Worker Assistance Program funded by American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. It lists necessary identification, proof of Calexico residency, and specific payroll records.

• Requirement of proof of employment in a Calexico business between March 17, 2020, and November 8, 2021
• Requirement of utility bills (water, electricity, or gas) for residency verification

Meeting

The City Council approved a relief program for essential workers and allocated funds for a temporary cooling center. The council also authorized a grant application and a professional service agreement for a housing element update.

• Approved $500 checks for essential workers with residency and household limits (4-1)
• Approved $50,000 from ARPA for a temporary cooling center and authorized agreements with non-profits (unanimous)
• Approved $12,200 amendment for Kimley-Horn and Associates, Inc. for housing element update (unanimous)
• Authorized City Manager to submit $25,000 grant application to County of Imperial (unanimous)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Sure Helpline Center from Mayor Urefia’s Discretionary Fund (unanimous)
• Approved Interim City Clerk Employment Agreement (unanimous)
• Tabled appointment of a member to LAFCO Advisory Panel of County Wide Health Care District (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review and ratify the approved minutes from the Library Board of Trustees regular meeting held on April 3, 2023. The agenda item is for formal council acceptance of the board's recorded actions.

• Ratification of Library Board of Trustees minutes from April 3, 2023
• Discussion of a $10 million grant application for library facility improvements
• Notification of a $9,938 Lunch at the Library grant award

Meeting

The City Council approved a budget amendment to reallocate resources to the Police and Recreation departments. The council also adopted an urgency ordinance for the Police Department's military equipment use policy and approved several consent items, including a vehicle purchase for animal control.

• Approved budget amendment for resource reallocation to Police and Recreation departments (4-1)
• Approved urgency ordinance adopting Police Department military equipment use policy for 120 days (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase of one 2023 F-150 Super Cab for $50,050.00 for Police/Animal Control (unanimous)
• Approved resolution to execute T-Mobile Hometown Grant application up to $50,000 for library computers and laptops (unanimous)
• Ratified bylaws for 2010 General Tax Citizen Oversight Advisory Committee meeting changes (unanimous)
• Ratified letter of support for AB 918—Imperial Valley Healthcare District (unanimous)

Measure Committee

The special meeting of the 2010 General Tax Citizen Oversight Advisory Committee (Measure H) scheduled for July 18, 2023, has been cancelled.

Economic Development Financial Advisory Commission

The regular meeting of the Economic Development and Financial Advisory Commission scheduled for July 11, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation occurred due to a lack of quorum.

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission will review and decide on the renewal of Conditional Use Permits for four cannabis facilities: a testing lab and three retail facilities.

• Revocation of Conditional Use Permit for Imperial Valley Environmental Laboratory (501 East Third Street)
• Conditional Use Permit Renewal for Valley Greens (Cannabis Retail Facility)
• Conditional Use Permit Renewal for Imperial Greens (Cannabis Retail Facility)
• Conditional Use Permit Renewal for JJ Pharma (Cannabis Cultivation and Distribution Facility)

City Council

The City Council is considering appointments to the newly established Community Services Commission, which merged the Arts and Historical Commission with the Parks, Recreation, Beautification, and Senior Services Commission. The council will review appointments made by the Mayor and individual council members, as well as two appointments by a majority vote of the council.

• Appointment of commissioners by Mayor Urefia, Council Member Manzanarez, and the full council
• Review of eligible applicants Patricia Urefia, Oswaldo Baeza Herrera, and Jose Alberto Martinez Aguirre
• Establishment of a seven-member advisory body for parks, recreation, arts, and senior services

Meeting

The City Council approved a professional services agreement for downtown street lighting maintenance and appointed new members to the Housing Authority Board and Community Services Commission. The council also ratified several grants for retail theft prevention and cannabis tax funding.

• Approved professional services agreement with Advance Lighting Services, Inc. for downtown street lighting maintenance
• Ratified $274,290.30 grant application for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant (CTFGP) Program
• Authorized $988,500 grant application for the Organized Retail Theft Prevention Grant Program
• Appointed Mario Acevedo as Resident Commissioner to the Calexico Housing Authority Board
• Appointed Patricia Urefia, Oswaldo Baeza Herrera, and Jose Alberto Martinez Aguirre to the Community Services Commission
• Approved Memorandum of Understanding with Calexico Management Association for July 1, 2023 to June 30, 2024
• Approved updated fee schedule for Norman A. Traub & Associates regarding the Calexico Police Department
• Reviewed Local Proclamation of a Local Emergency for Tropical Storm Kay

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees is meeting to welcome a new member, Elena Huie-Mendez, and discuss various library updates. The agenda includes reports on drinking fountain updates, the Rockwood Promenade Program, and the Imperial Valley Food Bank Weekend Backpack program.

• Welcome of new Trustee Elena Huie-Mendez
• Update on new drinking fountain
• Discussion of Rockwood Promenade Program
• Imperial Valley Food Bank Weekend Backpack summer food assistance
• Review of Library Board of Trustees Bylaws awaiting City Council approval

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, June 26, 2023, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for July 10, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. at City Hall.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the revised proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The document outlines updated revenue projections and expenditure authorities for various city funds, including the General Fund and Measure H.

• Revised General Fund adjusted budget of $19,062,215
• Revised Measure H Sales Tax revenue adjusted to $3,448,000
• Proposed target fund balance reserve for General and Measure H Funds at 60 days (16%) of operations
• Updated policy for Water and Wastewater Operating Fund Balance reserve to 50% of operating expenditures
• Authorization for the City Manager to fill staff positions as listed in the budget chart

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the proposed budget for the fiscal year beginning July 1, 2023. The document outlines projected revenues and expenditures across various city funds, including the General Fund and Measure H.

• Proposed General Fund adjusted budget of $19,062,215
• Proposed Measure H adjusted budget of $3,448,000
• Establishment of a 60-day fund balance reserve policy for General and Measure H Funds
• Targeted $250,000 reserve for the Local Capital Fund
• Proposed Water and Wastewater operating fund reserves to reach 50% of expenditures following next rate update

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing regarding UA 2022-25. The request involves changing the zoning from Commercial Neighborhood to Residential Apartments, amending the General Plan to High Density Residential, and requesting a variance.

• UA 2022-25: Zone change from Commercial Neighborhood to RA (Residential Apartments)
• General Plan Amendment from HDR to High Density Residential
• Variance Request for 523 E Cole Boulevard, Calexico, CA 92231
• Approval of May 30, 2023, Planning Commission meeting minutes

Measure Committee

The Measure H Committee is meeting to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The committee will also discuss a staff report regarding changes to the meeting day and time in the Measure H by-laws.

• Review of Measure H proposed budget for FY 2023-24
• Review of revised Measure H by-laws regarding change of meeting day and time
• Approval of February 21, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Update on Recreation Department

City Council

The Calexico City Council is receiving an informational report regarding the Recreation Department's summer programming running from June 12 to August 3, 2023. The program includes various fitness, arts, and sports classes for all ages, as well as a free ten-week summer pool program. The total fiscal impact for the summer program is approximately $84,250.00.

• Summer 2023 recreation activities running June 12 through August 3, 2023
• Ten-week free summer pool program commencing June 13, 2023
• Total summer program fiscal impact of approximately $84,250.00
• Funding includes $28,200.00 from ARPA and $9,550.00 from Measure H

Measure Committee

The Measure H Committee is meeting to discuss the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The committee will also review a staff report regarding changes to the meeting day and time in the Measure H by-laws.

• Review of proposed Measure H budget for FY 2023-24
• Proposed change of meeting day and time for Measure H by-laws
• Approval of February 21, 2023, special meeting minutes
• Update on the Recreation Department

Planning Commission Page

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding several development requests, including a zone change for apartments at 523 E Cole Boulevard. The meeting also includes discussions on a cannabis retail business permit extension and a residential condominium proposal.

• Zone Change and Variance Request for 32-unit apartment complex at 523 E Cole Boulevard
• Time Extension Request for Cannabis Retail Business at 559 & 565 HWY 111 Street
• Abandonment of the Extension of West Sixth Street near Emerson Avenue
• Zone Change and General Plan Amendment for multifamily development at 947 Heber Avenue

Measure Committee

The Measure H Committee is meeting to review the proposed budget for fiscal year 2023-24. The committee will also discuss a staff report regarding changes to the meeting day and time in the Measure H by-laws.

• Review of proposed Measure H budget for FY 2023-24
• Proposed revision of Measure H by-laws regarding meeting day and time
• Approval of minutes from the February 21, 2023, special meeting
• Update on the Recreation Department

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting scheduled for May 22, 2023, has been cancelled. Three public hearings regarding a cannabis retail business, a street abandonment, and a zone change will be rescheduled for a special meeting on May 30, 2023.

• UA 2019-06: CUP time extension for cannabis retail at 559 and 565 Hwy. 111
• UA 2022-06: Street abandonment of Sixth Street intersection with Emerson Avenue West
• UA 2023-03: Proposed zone change at 947 Heber Avenue

City Council

The City Council is considering a request from Chelsea Investment Corporation for an impact fee deferral loan. The funds would support the development of Remington Villas, a 60-unit affordable housing project on the south side of SR-98. The proposed soft loan would carry 3% simple interest over an 18-year term.

• $305,460 impact fee deferral loan request for Remington Villas
• 60-unit affordable housing development located along Sheridan Road
• $3.18M in Infill Infrastructure Grant funds for off-site improvements
• $4,721,170 value of city improvements including SR-98 widening and a public park

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for Monday, May 8, 2023, has been cancelled.

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a request from Chelsea Investment Corporation for an Impact Fee Deferral Loan. The proposed soft loan would support the development of 60 affordable apartment units on the south side of SR-98 along Sheridan Road.

• $455,460 Impact Fee Deferral Loan request
• 60-unit affordable housing development (Remington Villas)
• Proposed 3% simple interest rate with an 18-year term
• $3.18M in secured Infill Infrastructure Grant funds for off-site improvements

City Council

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City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to reallocate $150,000 from the ARPA Downtown Rehabilitation account to the Fire Department. These funds would cover past due invoices and current maintenance needs for fire engines and ambulances.

• $150,000 budget amendment to reallocate funds from ARPA (Account 255-91-908) to Fire Department (Account 255-91-907-5301)
• Payment of past due invoices for July 2021 through May 2022 totaling $36,636.76
• Payment of past due invoices for July 2022 through September 2022 totaling $40,695.61
• Payment of past due invoices for February 2023 through March 2023 totaling $22,073.36
• Pending payment for fire engine repairs totaling $19,757.15

City Council

The City Council will review and file the approved minutes from the February 16, 2023, Library Board of Trustees meeting. The agenda item is for official ratification by the Council.

• Ratification of Library Board of Trustees minutes from February 16, 2023
• Report on $44,418 California State Library Adult & Family Literacy Services Grant
• Request for $7,000 for 'Lunch at the Library' programming budget resubmission
• Friends of the Library sponsorship of $500 for LEGO, puzzles, and bingo sets
• Friends of the Library sponsorship of $130 for adult book club books

City Council

The City Council is reviewing a proclamation by Mayor Raul Urefia to recognize Calexico's 115th anniversary. The resolution honors the city's history from its incorporation in 1908 through its growth into a major regional center.

• Proclamation of April 16, 2023, as the 115th Anniversary of Calexico

Measure Committee

The Measure H Committee will review a staff report regarding revised committee by-laws. These revisions involve changing the scheduled meeting day and time.

• Review of revised Measure H by-laws for change of meeting day and time

Economic Development Financial Advisory Commission

The regular meeting of the Economic Development and Financial Advisory Commission scheduled for April 11, 2023, was cancelled. The cancellation was due to a lack of quorum.

City Council

The City Council is considering two funding options for the summer pool program using American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. The decision involves selecting between a 10-week program or an 8-week program and adopting the corresponding budget amendment resolution.

• Option 1: 10-week program costing $63,153.21
• Option 2: 8-week program costing $52,051.92
• Budget amendment for Fund No. 255 (ARPA) to cover pool staffing and supplies
• Program includes swimming classes, lap swim, water aerobics, and Family Fun Fridays

Library Board of Trustees

The Library Board of Trustees will review revised bylaws and discuss the Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program Grant Application. The agenda also includes updates on public restroom reconstruction and the city's 115th anniversary celebration.

• Approval of Revised Library Board of Trustees Bylaws
• Building Forward Library Facilities Improvement Program Grant Application
• Public Restrooms Reconstruction Update
• Lunch at the Library Grant Award Notification
• City of Calexico’s 115th Anniversary Celebration

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for March 27, 2023, has been cancelled. The cancellation is due to a lack of items for the agenda.

City Council

The City Council is receiving an informational update regarding the Heber Park Expansion Project. The project includes constructing a multi-purpose gym, basketball court, soccer field, and walking trail using a $8,500,000 grant from the State of California.

• $8,500,000 State of California Department of Parks and Recreation grant
• Heber Park Expansion Project construction plans
• $5,000,000 Clean California Local Grant Program application (not awarded)

City Council

Council Member Manzanarez is making appointments to several city commissions, boards, and committees following their election in November 2022. The appointments cover economic development, business improvement, sales tax advisory, personnel, and the library board. No applications were received for these positions.

• Economic Development and Financial Advisory Commission appointment
• Business Improvement District appointment
• Sales Tax Citizen Advisory Committee (Measure H) appointment
• Personnel Commission appointment
• Library Board of Trustees appointment

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for March 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

City Council

The Calexico City Council is considering adoption of Ordinance No. 1228, which would set policy for the police department's use of military equipment. Public comments received overwhelmingly oppose restricting police armament, citing border-city safety concerns. The council is also expected to discuss the rotation of the mayorship position.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 1228 regarding police department military equipment policy
• Public comments opposing disarmament of police officers
• Discussion on rotation of mayorship position

City Council

The Calexico City Council will hold a special meeting on February 28, 2023, at 3:00 p.m. The only action item is the official signing of a Sisterhood Agreement between Calexico and Ensenada, Baja California, Mexico. Public comments are limited to agenda items.

• Official signing of Sisterhood Agreement between Calexico and Ensenada, Mexico

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for February 27, 2023, has been cancelled. No reason is given in the notice.

• Meeting of February 27, 2023 cancelled

Police Advisory Traffic Code Enforcement Commission

The Calexico Police Advisory Commission will receive a presentation from Interim Police Chief Jesus Serrano on the current status of the Police Department and its budget. The commission will also appoint a chairperson and vice-chairperson. The meeting is held under AB 361 due to the emergency declaration, with teleconference participation allowed.

• Presentation on status of Police Department by Interim Chief Serrano
• Presentation on current status of Police Budget by Interim Chief Serrano
• Appointment of Chairperson and Vice-Chairperson

Measure Committee

The Measure H Citizen Oversight Advisory Committee will hold a special meeting to discuss and possibly approve a revision to its bylaws that would change the committee's regular meeting day and time. The agenda also includes approval of minutes from the October 18, 2022 special meeting and a period for public comment on non-agenda items.

• Discussion and possible action on Measure H by-laws revision to change meeting day and time
• Approval of minutes from the October 18, 2022 special meeting

Library Board of Trustees

The Calexico Library Board of Trustees will elect officers for the coming term and discuss a Lunch at the Library grant application. The board will also review the California Library Literacy Services and Public Library Survey reports for FY 2021-22, and consider new library programming and the Palace App state library program.

• Election of officers for the Library Board of Trustees
• Lunch at the Library Grant Application
• California Library Literacy Services Report for FY 2021-22
• Public Library Survey Report for FY 2021-22
• New Library Programming and the Palace App state program

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the Calexico Utility Box Art Project, which would decorate nine city-owned utility boxes with vinyl-wrapped artwork by local residents. The council may choose between two options: one providing a $200 stipend to selected artists with a total budget of $18,800, or a no-stipend option with a $17,000 budget. The project aims to reduce graffiti and create a more vibrant cityscape.

• Select Option 1 ($18,800) or Option 2 ($17,000) for the Utility Box Art Project
• Adopt project forms, guidelines, and call for artwork
• Authorize city manager to execute agreements for the project
• Adopt budget amendment resolution for Fund No. 223 — Art in Public Places
• Project covers nine utility boxes at intersections including Cole Boulevard, Cesar Chavez Boulevard, and Second Street

Economic Development Financial Advisory Commission

The Economic Development and Financial Advisory Commission will hold a regular meeting to elect a chair and vice chair for the commission. The body will also consider approving the minutes from its July 12, 2022 regular meeting. Public comments are limited to three minutes per speaker and may only address items not on the agenda.

• Election of officers — chair and vice chair
• Approval of minutes from July 12, 2022 regular meeting

Planning Commission Page

The regular meeting of the Calexico Planning Commission scheduled for February 13, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. has been cancelled. No items were discussed or decided.

• Meeting cancelled

City Council

The City Council will consider approving travel to Taipei, Republic of Taiwan, for Mayor Moreno and City Manager Colio Warren from February 20-26, 2023. The trip is at the invitation of Greenrock Energy, Ltd. and Yi Jing Solar Company, with all expenses covered by the company. The visit aims to promote economic development opportunities and learn about renewable energy policies.

• Approval of travel to Taipei, Republic of Taiwan by Mayor Moreno and City Manager Colio Warren
• Trip funded by Greenrock Energy Company, including airfare, transportation, meals, and hotel
• Visit includes meetings with Chiayi County and Pingtung County governments and tours of solar installations
• Discussions planned on investment opportunities in housing, solar power plants, and solar cell/module construction

City Council

The City Council will discuss and potentially act on a proposal to interrupt parks and landscaping maintenance for 30 days to prepare fields for a Binational Soccer Tournament on March 4-5, 2023. The tournament organizer, Calexico Parents Athletic Association (CPAA), has not yet reserved fields or submitted a Temporary Use Permit, so the needed work cannot be determined. Staff recommends continuing maintenance at 14 reserved parks/fields and 5 city facilities, and issuing public notice 10 days before any interruption.

• 30-day interruption of landscaping maintenance at certain parks proposed for CPAA's Binational Soccer Tournament
• 14 parks/fields must keep regular maintenance due to existing reservations by sports leagues and high schools through August 6, 2023
• 5 city facilities (City Hall, Carnegie Library, Police & Fire Station, Community Center, Camarena Library) to maintain normal schedule
• Adrian C. Cordova soccer field under construction and unavailable for the tournament on March 4-5
• No fiscal impact identified at this time

City Council

The Successor Agency Board is considering the adoption of the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) 23-24 A and B. This schedule covers the period from July 2023 through June 2024 to authorize payments for various legal obligations.

• Approval of ROPS 23-24 A and B for July 2023 through June 2024
• Successor Agency Administrative Cost Allocation of $250,000
• 2014 Refunding TABs (Principal Reduction Only) totaling $4,515,000
• 2014 Refunding TABs (Interest Only) totaling $107,625
• Total current period enforceable obligations of $4,378,586