Wasco public meetings in 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a resolution to approve a two-year Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with SEIU Local 521 covering July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. The contract includes 4% cost-of-living adjustments in each year, bilingual pay increases, and a $100 monthly stipend for employees who waive city health insurance. The resolution also extends the same wage and benefit provisions to non-bargaining-unit employees and finds the action exempt from CEQA review.

• 4% COLA wage increase effective July 2024 and another 4% effective July 2025
• $100/month stipend for full-time employees who waive city health insurance
• Bilingual pay of $30 per pay period (oral) or $49.85 per pay period (oral and written)
• One-time off-schedule payment if May 2025 CPI exceeds 4%
• Extension of MOU terms to non-bargaining-unit employees

City Council

The City Council will consider a letter of support for the revised Kern County Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan, approve routine payments totaling $574,609.29, and vote on several resolutions including ARPA fund use for a utility billing module and employee bonuses, labor agreements, and land declarations. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations and real property discussions.

• Letter of support for the revised Kern County Subbasin Groundwater Sustainability Plan
• Department payments totaling $574,609.29
• Deferral of impact fees for an Oil Changers at 1640 Highway 46
• Resolution to use ARPA funds to purchase a Tyler Cashiering utility billing module
• One-time $2,000 full-time and $1,000 part-time employee bonuses from ARPA funds

The Wasco City Council approved several resolutions, including using ARPA funds for a utility billing module and one-time employee bonuses of $2,000 for full-time and $1,000 for part-time staff. They also declared certain properties as surplus land, approved a new SEIU labor agreement, and added an Additional Payment Factor to the WPOA MOU. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including $574,609.29 in payments (5-0)
• Approved ARPA funds for Tyler Cashiering utility billing module (5-0)
• Declared surplus land APNs 030-020-13,14,15, 030-030-01 (portion), 490-020-22 (5-0)
• Approved ARPA-funded employee bonuses: $2,000 full-time, $1,000 part-time (5-0)
• Approved SEIU Local 521 MOU for July 1, 2024–June 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved WPOA side letter adding Additional Payment Factor (5-0)
• Approved amended FY 2024-2025 salary schedule for CalPERS (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Wasco Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 24-04, which would allow El Toro Loco Supermarkets to sell beer and wine for off-site consumption at 1304 Highway 46. The commission will also administer the oath of office to a new commissioner, nominate and appoint chair and vice chair, and approve minutes from July 8, 2024.

• Public hearing for Conditional Use Permit 24-04: Type 20 ABC Off-Sale beer/wine license at 1304 Highway 46 (El Toro Loco Supermarkets)
• Oath of office for newly appointed Commissioner Coleman
• Nomination and appointment of Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of minutes from July 8, 2024 regular meeting
• Staff recommends approval and finds the project CEQA-exempt under Section 15301

The Wasco Planning Commission approved a conditional use permit (CUP 24-04) allowing a Type 20 ABC off-sale beer/wine license at 1304 Highway 46, finding the project exempt from CEQA. The commission also re-appointed Chairman Skeels and Vice-Chairman Torres, approved the consent calendar (including July 8, 2024 minutes), and administered the oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Coleman. No public comments were made, and no other substantive decisions were taken.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-04 for Type 20 ABC off-sale beer/wine license at 1304 Highway 46 (5-0)
• Re-appointed Chairman Skeels and Vice-Chairman Torres (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including July 8, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Administered oath of office to newly appointed Commissioner Coleman

City Council

The Wasco City Council will hold a regular meeting on December 3, 2024, with a consent calendar including payments totaling $793,312.20 and several contracts. New business items include an amended salary schedule, a utility rate management subscription, and a contract change order with Hartzell Engineering for the water tank storage expansion of Well 13 for up to $3.8 million. The council will also enter closed session for labor negotiations and real property discussions.

• Contract change order with Hartzell Engineering for Well 13 water tank expansion, amount not to exceed $3.8 million
• Resolution authorizing agreement with Griffith Construction for Central Avenue Rehabilitation Project at $620,567, plus up to $100,000 in change orders
• Resolution authorizing purchase order up to $40,000 with Loop Electric for lighting on State Route 43
• Rejection of bids for Well 14 Transit Gate Project and re-issue for bid
• Approval of in-car video system agreement with Axon Enterprise, Inc. for police vehicles

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting a resolution authorizing the city manager to finalize a professional services agreement with Assured Data Protection for a Rubrik backup solution for the Wasco Police Department. The item is on the consent calendar and includes one-time costs of $2,000 and ongoing annual costs of $6,600, funded by the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).

• Adopt resolution for Rubrik backup solution for Wasco Police Department; one-time cost $2,000, annual recurring $6,600 funded by ARPA

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider consent items including payments totaling $447,785.29, approve travel expenses and a wastewater pump part purchase, and appoint a member to the Recreation and Parks District Board. A closed session is scheduled for labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 and real property negotiations for two parcels (APNs 030-080-01/02 and 030-020-13) with Denmar LLC and an undetermined party.

• Consent calendar approval of department payments totaling $447,785.29
• Resolution authorizing purchase of volute casing for wastewater influent pump up to $16,000 from Xylem Water Solutions
• Appointment of Vanessa Salinas to the Wasco Recreation and Parks District Board through Nov 2025
• Resolution to implement a Veteran's Banner Program and budget
• Closed session for real property negotiations with Denmar LLC on APNs 030-080-01 and 02

Planning Commission

The Wasco Planning Commission's regular meeting scheduled for November 11, 2024, has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 9, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in Council Chambers. No items were considered or discussed.

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider approving a change order for the Well 13 Site Development Project to procure and install an additional water storage tank at a cost not to exceed $4.2 million. Other business includes adopting a resolution to demolish a property at 1041 G St. as a public nuisance, creating a Homeless Outreach Coordinator position, and receiving informational updates on groundwater management and a state revolving fund grant. The consent calendar includes approval of department payments totaling $379,214.62 and travel expenses for conferences.

• Consent calendar: receive and file department payments totaling $379,214.62
• Resolution declaring 1041 G St. a public nuisance and ordering demolition up to $15,000
• Approve new Homeless Outreach Coordinator position and amend salary schedule
• Change order for Well 13 Site Development Project for water storage tank up to $4.2 million
• Informational update on Sustainable Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider consent calendar items including department payments of $1.2 million, acceptance of an alley rehabilitation project, emergency well repairs up to $150,000, a labor camp demolition cleanup project, and a bicycle/pedestrian improvement project for $168,455. New business items include creating a Police Activities League Program Coordinator position with an amended salary schedule and establishing a City Media Initiative funded with $33,000 in ARPA funds. The meeting also includes proclamations for domestic violence and breast cancer awareness months, and closed session for labor negotiations and anticipated litigation.

• Emergency repairs of Well #12 with Farm Pump and Irrigation, not to exceed $150,000
• Poso Avenue Bicycle and Pedestrian Improvement Project with Nagle Earthworks for $168,455
• New Wasco Police Activities League Program Coordinator position and amended salary schedule
• City Media Initiative capital project #25013 with $33,000 in ARPA funds
• Acceptance of the Wasco Labor Camp and Demolition Cleanup Project

Planning Commission

The regular Wasco Planning Commission meeting scheduled for October 14, 2024 has been cancelled. The next regular meeting will be held on December 9, 2024.

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider consent items including $842,786 in payments, accept a $705,882 regional planning grant, and hold a public hearing to amend the traffic impact fee rate schedule. New business includes funding up to $45,000 for downtown seasonal decor and approving a lease with unWired Broadband. Closed session will address labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 and potential litigation.

• Consent calendar: approve department payments totaling $842,786.16
• Resolution to accept $705,882 from CalRecycle's Regional Early Action Planning (REAP) 2.0 program
• Public hearing on resolution amending the Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule
• Authorize up to $45,000 for downtown seasonal decor maintenance and initial purchase
• Closed session: labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 and anticipated litigation (two cases)

The Wasco City Council approved a consent calendar including payments, minutes, and several resolutions, and then approved new business items for downtown decor funding, a communications site lease with unWired Broadband, and an advertising agreement with The Wasco Tribune. A public hearing was held to amend the Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule, which was also approved. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including $842,786.16 in payments, Sept 3 minutes, travel expenses, CalRecycle application, REAP 2.0 funds ($705,882), and police training (5-0)
• Approved $5,000 for downtown decor maintenance and $40,000 for initial seasonal decor purchase (5-0)
• Approved amended communications site lease with unWired Broadband (5-0)
• Approved advertising agreement with The Wasco Tribune (5-0)
• Adopted resolution amending Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule (5-0)

City Council

This agenda supplement adds a public comment item for the October 1, 2024 regular meeting. Veronica Perez submitted a handout for the record. No other business items are included in this supplemental materials document.

• Public comment by Veronica Perez with handout

Measure X Committee

The Wasco Sales Tax Oversight Committee will meet to receive and file the Measure X activity report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2024, and the Measure X budget appropriations for fiscal year ending June 30, 2025. The financial figures are unaudited. The committee will also approve the minutes from its April 23, 2024 meeting.

• Receive and file unaudited Measure X activity for FY 2023-24
• Receive and file Measure X budget appropriations for FY 2024-25
• Approval of meeting minutes from April 23, 2024

City Council

The Wasco City Council will hold a regular meeting with consent calendar items including approval of $1,322,276.52 in payments, a cybersecurity grant, and annexation of Territory 41. Under new business, the council will discuss funding for Downtown Décor, authorize a drinking fountain water filtration program with the school district, and consider a resolution to negotiate a city-wide fiber optic network overbuild with UnWired Broadband. A closed session for labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 is also scheduled.

• Receive and file department payments totaling $1,322,276.52
• Resolution to initiate annexation of Territory 41 (Annexation 41)
• Adopt resolution for State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLGP) for Wasco Cybersecurity Project
• Authorize city manager to negotiate a city-wide fiber optic network overbuild with UnWired Broadband, LLC
• Adopt resolution authorizing drinking fountain water filtration program with Wasco Union High School District to reduce 123-TCP concentration

The Wasco City Council approved a resolution authorizing the City Manager to negotiate and develop agreements with unWired Broadband, LLC for a city-wide fiber optic network overbuild. The council also approved a resolution to oversee a drinking fountain water filtration program with the Wasco Union High School District to reduce 123-TCP concentration. All consent calendar items, including payments totaling $1,322,276.52 and several resolutions, were approved unanimously. The council directed staff to bring back a recommended funding amount for downtown décor.

• Approved resolution authorizing fiber optic network agreement with unWired Broadband (4-0)
• Approved resolution for drinking fountain water filtration program with Wasco Union High School District (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $1,322,276.52 in payments (4-0)
• Approved resolution for cybersecurity grant application with state (4-0)
• Approved resolution requesting annexation proceedings for Annexation 41 (4-0)
• Approved travel expenses for multiple staff conferences (4-0)
• Supported League of California Cities resolution (4-0)
• Directed staff to return with recommended downtown décor funding amount

Planning Commission

This meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2024, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Regular meeting of September 9, 2024, canceled

City Council

The City Council will nominate and appoint a person to fill an unexpired term for District 5. The body is also deciding on the appointment of a Planning Commissioner and the employment agreement for City Engineer Kameron Arnold.

• Agreement with Cen-Cal Construction for Southgate Lighting and Pedestrian Improvement Project: $600,600.00
• Department payments totaling $351,345.86
• Appointment of a person to fill the District 5 unexpired term vacancy
• Appointment of one Planning Commissioner to fill an unexpired seat
• Approval of employment agreement with Kameron Arnold as City Engineer

City Council

The City Council will conduct a special meeting to interview Miguel A. Raya, the only applicant for the vacant District 5 council seat created by Alexandro Garcia's resignation. The appointee will serve until the November 5, 2024, general municipal election results are certified.

• Interview of Miguel A. Raya for unexpired District 5 City Council term
• Vacancy created by resignation of Council Member Alexandro Garcia
• Appointee to serve until November 5, 2024 election results are certified

City Council

The City Council will discuss appointing members for Districts 2, 4, and 5 and canceling the November 5, 2024 election. The body is also considering the implementation of a 5-year strategic vision plan for downtown Wasco.

• Proposed cancellation of November 5, 2024 election for Districts 2, 4, and 5
• Implementation of the Downtown 5-Year Strategic Vision Plan
• Department payments totaling $825,205.67
• Adoption of Zone Change 24-01 and Pre-zoning for Annexation 41
• Updating authorizing signers for City, Successor Agency, and Public Finance Authority bank accounts

City Council

The Wasco City Council is holding a special meeting to consider a resolution accepting the City Clerk's certification that there are not more candidates than offices for three council districts in the November 5, 2024 general election. Only incumbents or single candidates filed for Districts 2, 4, and 5. The council will decide at its August 20 regular meeting whether to appoint the candidates or hold an election.

• Adopt Resolution accepting City Clerk certification of uncontested races for Districts 2, 4, and 5
• Nominated candidates: Vincent R. Martinez (District 2), Eduardo Saldaña (District 4), Miguel A. Raya (District 5)
• Council to choose at August 20 meeting between appointing candidates or holding election
• No fiscal impact; action deemed not a project under CEQA

Planning Commission

The regular August 12, 2024 meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for September 9, 2024.

• Meeting cancelled; next meeting September 9, 2024

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing and vote on adopting the 2023-2031 Housing Element, a state-mandated plan. They will also appoint a new Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem due to a Council vacancy, review options to fill the seat, adopt appointment guidelines, and reorganize committee assignments. Consent items include accepting traffic safety grants totaling $182,000, purchasing two cutaway buses for $300,000, and approving water meters and pipes contracts.

• Public hearing to adopt General Plan Amendment 24-01 and the 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Appointment of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem due to Council vacancy
• Resolution to accept $25,000 OTS pedestrian/bicycle safety grant and $157,000 traffic records grant
• Purchase of one CNG and one gasoline cutaway bus for $300,000 from Model 1 Commercial Vehicles
• Receive and file $865,058.63 in department payments

City Council

The City Council will discuss the Downtown Streetscape Re-Design Project and the placement of city monuments. The body is also considering several resolutions regarding special tax collections and assessments for various districts.

• Department payments totaling $2,018,941.34
• Alley Pavement Rehabilitation Project contract with Westrock LLC for $96,969.00
• California State of Good Repair (SGR) Program grant award of $22,501.00
• Public hearing on assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts
• Police Department badge pinning ceremony for five new employees

Planning Commission

The commission will consider recommendations for the City Council to adopt the 2023-2031 Housing Element. The meeting also includes reviews of a zone change and pre-zoning for Annexation 41.

• Recommendation for 2023-2031 Housing Element adoption
• General Plan Amendment and Zone Change 24-01
• Pre-zoning for Annexation 41
• Approval of June 10, 2024 meeting minutes

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is conducting a public hearing regarding the adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element. This legally required plan outlines strategies to address the city's housing needs for all income levels. Following this meeting, the Commission will make a recommendation to the City Council.

• Adoption of the 2023-2031 Housing Element
• Plan for 1,086 total housing units, including 208 affordable units
• Conservation of 68 units at Villa Rosa Apartments and Wasco Park Apartments
• Community clean-up program for 12,000 households over eight years
• Abatement of 8 dilapidated housing units

City Council

The City Council will review several routine payments and equipment purchase orders. The agenda includes a proposed agreement with the Wasco Police Officers Association and an updated salary schedule for 2024-2025. Council members will also meet in closed session regarding labor negotiations and litigation.

• Purchase of a new front loader up to $220,000.00
• Contract change orders for Well 13 Site Development Project up to $200,000.00
• Proposed memorandum of understanding with Wasco Police Officers Association
• Approval of the 2024-2025 salary schedule
• Purchase of a smooth drum roller attachment up to $12,500.00

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the annual Statement of Investment Policy to guide the management of city funds. This policy establishes procedures for prioritizing safety, liquidity, and return on investment for various city funds. Updated documentation was also provided for TDA claim items 11g and 11h.

• Adoption of the Annual Statement of Investment Policy
• Updated documentation for TDA claim items 11g and 11h

City Council

The council will review the city's annual operating budget and capital improvement program for fiscal year 2024-2025. They will also consider a $622,000 grant application for police dispatch center equipment. Other items include approving the new salary schedule and various administrative resolutions.

• $622,000 DOJ COPS grant application for Police Department Dispatch Center Equipment Project
• Approval of FY 2024-2025 Annual Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of FY 2024-2025 Salary Schedule
• Department payments totaling $1,265,924.04
• Review of maintenance district assessments for tax year 2024-25

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to accept approximately $250,000 from the Kern County Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force. These funds would be used by the Wasco Police Department for fentanyl and xylazine prevention, enforcement, and education. The allocation includes funding for equipment, community outreach, and operational expenses.

• Resolution to accept $250,000 from Kern County Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force
• $100,000 for specialized training and equipment for detectives
• $30,000 for community education initiatives and outreach campaigns
• $45,000 for police department operational expenses

Planning Commission

The Commission will consider a permit for a drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive. The meeting also includes a review of a two-story structure at 1025 Cypress Ave and an extension request for 773 Poso Drive.

• Drive-through coffee shop permit (2,283 SF) at 915 Poso Drive
• Construction of a secondary two-story structure at 1025 Cypress Ave
• Extension request for Conditional Use Permit 22-01 at 773 Poso Drive

City Council

The Wasco City Council will review department payments totaling over $854,000 and a list of SB 1 road repair projects. The council is also considering a contract change order for the Downtown Renovation Project and accepting an alcohol policing grant.

• Contract change order up to $300,000 for J.L. Plank, Inc. (Downtown Renovation Project)
• Acceptance of approximately $47,950 ABC Alcohol Policing Partnership Grant
• Purchase orders up to $95,000 for a new Animal Control Vehicle
• Adoption of SB 1 road repair project list for Fiscal Year 2024-25

City Council

The Kern County Fire Department presented a report regarding a structure fire at the 1000 Block of 6th St. that occurred on June 1, 2024. The report detailed the response to the vacant structure and noted no injuries were reported.

• Structure fire at 1000 Block of 6th St.
• Response involving 39 firefighters and 8 engines
• Fire under investigation

City Council

The Wasco City Council will hold a regular meeting on May 21, 2024, with a consent calendar that includes approving $370,813.69 in department payments, adopting resolutions for a November 2024 municipal election, applying for federal transit funding, and entering agreements for payment processing and engineering services. The council will also consider appointing Miguel Raya to the Recreation and Parks District Board and will hold a closed session for real property negotiations and a performance evaluation.

• Resolution calling for a General Municipal Election for City Council Districts 2, 4, and 5 on November 5, 2024
• Resolution to apply for federal transit funding under Section 5311 and execute agreement with Caltrans
• Resolution to award a 5-year agreement with Kuba, Inc. and LittlePay, Inc. for payment acceptance devices and transit processing
• Resolution to execute task order #26 with BHT Engineering for engineer's reports on lighting and landscaping district
• Appointment of Miguel Raya to the Wasco Recreation and Parks District Board

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue a public hearing regarding a proposed 1,450 square foot drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive. The commission will also vote to approve meeting minutes from April 8 and April 15, 2024.

• Conditional Use Permit 24-01 for a 1,450 square foot drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive
• Approval of April 8, 2024, meeting minutes
• Approval of April 15, 2024, meeting minutes

City Council

The Wasco City Council will hold a special meeting to review and provide direction on the preliminary proposed annual operating budget for fiscal year 2024-2025, covering general, enterprise, and special revenue funds, as well as new capital improvement projects. The council will also consider a finding that this action is not a project under CEQA, thus requiring no environmental review. Public comments are limited to agenda items and must be submitted by 1:00 p.m. on May 10, 2024.

• Review of preliminary FY 2024-25 budget for General, Enterprise, and Special Revenue Funds
• New Capital Improvement Projects for FY 2024-25
• CEQA finding that budget review is not a project (Section 15060(c)(3))

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the preliminary proposed operating and capital budgets for Fiscal Year 2024-2025. This includes General Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Special Revenue Funds.

• Review of preliminary proposed Annual Operating General Funds, Enterprise Funds, and Special Revenue Funds Budget for FY 2024-2025
• Review of new capital improvement projects for FY 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council is reviewing the preliminary proposed operating and capital budgets for the 2024-2025 fiscal year. The workshop focuses on aligning funds with strategic priorities such as public safety, infrastructure, and economic development. This session is intended for review and direction to staff before final adoption at a future meeting.

• Proposed Police salary budget increase from $2,240,747 to $2,845,935 for additional staffing
• New Information Technology budget allocation of $242,806
• Proposed Engineering budget increase to $350,325 for a new Engineer and Executive Assistant
• Review of enterprise funds including wastewater, water, sanitation, and transit
• Introduction of eight new capital projects proposed for the CIP budget book

City Council

Mary Martin of Martin's Towing submitted a public comment regarding items not on the agenda. The communication addresses why vehicles towed in Wasco are sent to Shafter and how companies are selected for the rotation list.

• Public comment from Mary Martin regarding towing services

City Council

The Wasco City Council will review a contract for the rehabilitation of the Police Activity League Building. The agenda also includes updates to police department staffing plans and salary schedules. Additionally, the council will consider various infrastructure repairs and equipment purchases.

• $498,684 contract with Crosswhite Construction Inc. for Police Activity League (PAL) Building rehabilitation
• Resolution to purchase two additional Police Department vehicles
• Approval of updated Police Department staffing plans and salary schedules
• $21,000 contract with Farm Pump and Irrigation for wastewater treatment facility well repairs
• $21,100 purchase of 12 flashing stop signs from Statewide Traffic Safety & Signs

Measure X Committee

The committee will review the oath of office for new members and the nomination of a Vice-Chairperson. Members will also receive and discuss information regarding Measure X financial statements for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2023.

• Oath of Office for Rosalio Armendariz and John P. Pallares
• Nomination and Appointment of a Vice-Chairperson
• Discussion of Measure X Financial Statements for fiscal year ending June 30, 2023

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider a new mural concept for 1140 7th Street and discuss the Veteran Salute Banner Program. The council also plans to authorize a new tow service agreement and approve emergency repairs for the wastewater treatment facility. Routine department payments totaling over $1.3 million are also on the agenda.

• Review and approval of mural concept for 1140 7th Street
• Discussion regarding the Veteran Salute Banner Program
• $16,000 purchase order for wastewater treatment facility well repairs
• $15,000 purchase order for wastewater treatment facility generator repairs
• Authorization of a new tow service agreement

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will continue two public hearings regarding land use permits. One item involves amending a permit for outdoor gypsum and bark storage at 1040 H Street. The second concerns a new drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive.

• Amendment to allow outdoor gypsum and bark storage piles at 1040 H Street
• Addition of a stockpile stacker for the 1040 H Street facility
• Proposed 1,450 square foot drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission is reviewing a proposal for a 1,450 square foot drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive. An amendment regarding outdoor gypsum and bark storage piles at 1040 H Street was also on the agenda, though staff recommended delaying the decision until April 15, 2024.

• Proposed 1,450 square foot drive-through coffee shop at 915 Poso Drive
• Amendment for outdoor gypsum and bark storage piles at 1040 H Street
• Appointment of Planning Commission Chairman and Vice Chairman
• Approval of November 13, 2023, meeting minutes

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider routine operational approvals, including department payments totaling $859,360.22 and a $40,000 budget amendment for code compliance overtime. New business covers infrastructure coordination with Caltrans for the Hwy 46 Roundabout Project and equipment purchases for the police department to support local safety services. The council will also convene in closed session to discuss existing litigation involving Amerivet Contracting and Tyna Powell.

• Approval of department payments totaling $859,360.22
• $40,000 budget amendment for code compliance overtime expenses
• Utility relocation agreement with Caltrans for the Hwy 46 Roundabout Project
• $240,000 purchase order to NIXON-EGLI Equipment Co. for a lift truck
• Contract execution with Pacific Gas and Electric for Well 13 at 1301 J Street

City Council

The council will review routine department payments totaling $1,366,666.45 and several administrative resolutions. The agenda includes funding for a new transit facility and sewage pump repairs. The meeting also features a badge pinning ceremony for four new police dispatchers.

• Resolution for New Transit Operating and Maintenance Facility ($71,171.00)
• Purchase of rebuild kit for raw sewage pumps (up to $20,000.00)
• Acceptance of $3,350 in donations for Police and Animal Control
• Approval of Old Farm Labor Camp Abatement Project
• Badge pinning ceremony for four new police dispatchers

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for March 11, 2024, is canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for April 8, 2024.

City Council

The City Council will review department payments totaling $971,349.67 and approve several travel expenses. The agenda includes a contract change for the Downtown Renovation Project and a purchase order for a refuse truck. A public hearing is also scheduled regarding unmet transit needs.

• Contract change order for J.L. Plank, Inc. up to $100,000 additional for the Downtown Renovation Project
• Purchase of a refuse truck from Ray Gaskins Service for $443,156.90
• Budget amendment of $30,000 for Building Plan Check Expenses
• Acceptance of the 1st–5th Street Lighting Project
• Public hearing regarding unmet transit needs for Fiscal Year 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to begin the 2024 strategic planning session. This session focuses on identifying and prioritizing major city goals for the next five years. Staff will also present an overview of departmental accomplishments.

• Discussion regarding the 2024 Strategic Planning Session goals and priorities

City Council

The City Council will consider mid-year operating budget adjustments for the General Fund and other funds. The meeting also includes a public hearing regarding the 2023 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program application.

• Mid-year budget adjustments totaling $163,650 in the General Fund and $85,500 in other funds
• Resolution for a HOME Program Income application up to $800,000 for Sunrise Villa Apartments rehabilitation
• PG&E agreement for Southgate Lighting and Pedestrian Improvement Project not to exceed $11,476.41
• Receipt of department payments totaling $2,748,398.34
• Public hearing for the 2023 Permanent Local Housing Allocation Program Plan

City Council

The City Council will review several routine items including department payments and contract approvals. The agenda also features a police badge pinning ceremony and presentations regarding homelessness, drug addiction, and the 7th Street rehabilitation project.

• Proclamation for National Pesticide Safety Education Month
• Presentation on Homelessness, Drug Addiction, and Theft Reduction Act
• Presentation regarding the 7th Street rehabilitation project
• Police badge pinning ceremony for four employees
• Department payments totaling $2,633,286.93

City Council

The City Council will consider several routine items, including updates to authorized bank signers for the city and its successor agency. The agenda also includes contract approvals for downtown renovation project materials and engineering change orders.

• Purchase of 77 tree grates and 93 well lights for Downtown Renovation Project up to $275,000.00
• Contract change order with KSI Engineering, Inc. up to $25,000.00 for Downtown Renovation Project
• Shelter Services Agreement for $100,000.00 from the Regents of the University of California
• Department payments totaling $2,421,760.25
• Update to authorized bank signers for City, Successor Agency, and Public Finance Authority

City Council

The City Council is reviewing bids for the Wasco Farm Labor Camp Demolition and Cleanup Project at 750 H Street. Staff recommends rejecting one bid and awarding a contract to Amerivet Contracting for $1,149,525.

• Contract award for demolition and cleanup of 750 H Street in the amount of $1,149,525
• Authorization for contract change orders not to exceed $150,000
• Approval of travel expenses exceeding $500 for Police Sergeant Maira Puente
• Rejection of bid from Unlimited Environmental, Inc. for the demolition project

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for January 8, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 12, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.

• Cancellation of the January 8, 2024, Planning Commission meeting

City Council

The regular meeting of the Wasco City Council scheduled for January 2, 2024, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for January 16, 2024, at 6:00 p.m.