Wasco public meetings in 2025

City Council

The Wasco City Council approved a resolution to authorize contracts for police radio and dispatch system upgrades. The total cost is approximately $460,523.51, funded by a $110,000 grant and the General Fund.

• Authorize contracts with Motorola Solutions for P25 RF Expansion and Airwave Communications for dispatch console upgrades
• Total project cost: $460,523.51
• $110,000 funded through TEP DOJ Grant Technology
• Remaining costs funded through City's General Fund
• Action exempt from California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA)

The council adopted Resolution #2025-4292 authorizing the City Manager to finalize purchase orders with Motorola Solutions for police radio frequency expansion, P.25 upgrade, and console system projects. It also adopted Resolution #2025-4293 authorizing a contract with Motorola for evaluating a Drone as First Responder program for the Wasco Police Department. Both resolutions passed with unanimous affirmative votes and no public comments were received.

• Approved Resolution #2025-4292 authorizing Motorola purchase orders for police RF expansion (4-0)
• Approved Resolution #2025-4293 authorizing Motorola contract for police drone evaluation (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will appoint the Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem and review several professional service agreements. The body will also consider updates to the city's salary schedule and drug and alcohol testing policy.

• Department payments totaling $543,974.42
• Professional Services Agreement with The CrisCom Company for advocacy, grant writing, and economic development
• Task Order with Teter Architects & Engineers Connected for architectural services
• Amended Salary Schedule for Fiscal Year 2025-2026
• Grant application for San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s New Alternative Fuel Vehicle Purchase Program

The council appointed Eduardo Saldaña as Mayor and Council Member Reyna as Mayor Pro Tem, each with a 5‑0 vote. The consent calendar was approved, authorizing receipt of $543,974.42 in department payments. Six resolutions were adopted, covering a CrisCom professional‑services agreement, a task order with Teter Architects, the FY2025‑2026 salary schedule, a grant for alternative‑fuel vehicles, and updates to the Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy. All votes were unanimous (5‑0).

• Appointed Eduardo Saldaña as Mayor (5‑0)
• Appointed Reyna as Mayor Pro Tem (5‑0)
• Approved consent calendar and received $543,974.42 in payments (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing CrisCom professional‑services agreement (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing task order with Teter Architects & Engineers (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution approving FY2025‑2026 amended salary schedule (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution approving grant for alternative‑fuel vehicle program (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing updates to Zero Tolerance Drug and Alcohol Testing Policy (5‑0)

Planning Commission

The Wasco Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on December 8, 2025. Commissioners will approve the minutes from the August 11, 2025 meeting and consider routine items on the consent calendar. The body will vote to nominate and appoint a Chairman and a Vice‑Chairman. The meeting will also include the filing of the Community Development Quarterly Report and reports from the Director and commissioners.

• Approval of minutes for the August 11, 2025 regular meeting
• Nomination and appointment of Chairman
• Nomination and appointment of Vice‑Chairman
• Receive and file the Community Development Quarterly Report – information only
• Report from the Director on the Planning Commissioners Academy

The Planning Commission meeting on December 8, 2025 was canceled at 6:06 p.m. because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered, and no decisions were made.

City Council

The City Council will consider ratifying the employment agreement for Finance Director Mark C. DeMay and updating bank signing authorities. The body will also review a Capital Improvement Plan update and adopt updated building and fire prevention codes.

• Ratification of employment agreement for Finance Director Mark C. DeMay
• Adoption of 2025 California Building Standards Code and Fire Prevention Regulations
• Purchase order up to $45,000 with Jones Snyder & Associates for City-Wide Survey Control Project
• Purchase order up to $18,000 with SAVECO North America Inc. for Wastewater Compactor #2 parts
• Department payments totaling $313,182.37

The Wasco City Council approved its agenda and ratified the employment agreement for Mark C. DeMay as Finance Director. It adopted resolutions naming DeMay as an authorizing signer for the Successor Agency, the Public Financing Authority, and all city bank accounts. The consent calendar items—including $313,182.37 in department payments, ordinance updates, and purchase orders up to $45,000—were approved, and the closed‑session minutes were adopted.

• Approved agenda (unanimous)
• Ratified employment agreement of Mark C. DeMay as Finance Director (Reso#2025-4282, unanimous)
• Added Mark C. DeMay as authorizing signer for Successor Agency bank accounts (Reso#2025-032, unanimous)
• Added Mark C. DeMay as authorizing signer for Wasco Public Financing Authority bank accounts (Reso#2025-069, unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items, including $313,182.37 payments and multiple ordinances/purchase orders (unanimous)
• Added Mark C. DeMay as authorizing signer for all City bank accounts (Reso#2025-4285, unanimous)
• Updated U.S. Bank authorized signatories, adding DeMay and changing Rocio Mosqueda’s title (Reso#2025-4286, unanimous)
• Approved closed‑session minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider routine Consent Calendar items, including filing department payments of $473,326.82 and approving recent meeting minutes. It will hold public hearings to introduce and waive the first reading of two ordinances that repeal and re‑enact Chapter 15.04 and Chapter 15.08 of the Municipal Code, adopting the 2025 California Building Standards Code. The council will also receive a quarterly donation financial activity report.

• Receive and file department payments totaling $473,326.82 (Consent Calendar)
• Approve City Council minutes for the October 7 and November 4, 2025 regular meetings
• Introduce and waive first reading of ordinance repealing/re‑enacting Chapter 15.04 (building code regulations) and adopting California Building Standards Code Title 24, Parts 1‑12, 2025 edition
• Introduce and waive first reading of ordinance repealing/re‑enacting Chapter 15.08 (fire prevention regulations) and adopting California Building Standards Code Title 24, Part 9, 2025 edition
• Receive and file the Donation Financial Activity Quarterly Report for FY2024‑2025 Q4 and FY2025‑2026 Q1

The Wasco City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including routine payments and travel approvals. It also introduced and waived the first reading of two building‑code ordinances. Finally, the council approved and executed the employment contract for the new Finance Director.

• Approved consent calendar items (department payments $473,326.82, minutes, travel expenses, investment reports) (unanimous)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance repealing/re‑enacting Chapter 15.04 building code (unanimous)
• Introduced and waived first reading of ordinance repealing/re‑enacting Chapter 15.08 fire prevention regulations (unanimous)
• Received and filed corrected donation financial activity report for FY 2024‑25 Q4 and FY 2025‑26 Q1 (unanimous)
• Approved and executed employment contract for Finance Director (unanimous)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for November 10, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for December 8, 2025.

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider routine agenda items, including the Consent Calendar to receive and file department payments totaling $1,255,552.19 and approval of police training exceeding $500 for one sworn officer. The meeting also includes a badge pinning ceremony for four new police department employees and public safety reports. Closed‑session items cover existing litigation, a lease negotiation for three city properties, and the appointment of a Finance Director.

• Receive and file department payments totaling $1,255,552.19 (Consent Calendar)
• Approve police training exceeding $500 for one sworn officer (estimated cost $1,500)
• Badge pinning ceremony for four new police department employees
• Closed session: litigation matters – Amerivet Contracting and LEO Towing
• Closed session: lease negotiation for properties APN 487-200-04, 487-180-01, 487-140-52

The council approved the meeting agenda by a 5-0 vote. The consent calendar items—including receipt and filing of $1,255,552.19 in payments and approval of police training exceeding $500—were approved unanimously. Closed session minutes were also approved by a 5-0 vote.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved receipt and filing of $1,255,552.19 payments (5-0)
• Approved police training exceeding $500 for sworn personnel (5-0)
• Approved closed session minutes (5-0)

Public Hearings / CEQA Notices

The City of Wasco filed a Notice of Exemption for a site plan review application. The project involves the construction of an automated tunnel carwash and vacuum stalls.

• Site Plan Review 24-188 for a 20' X 20' building with an automated tunnel carwash and 13 self-serve vacuum stalls at 2840 Highway 46
• Categorical Exemption filed under CEQA 15332 for In-Fill Development Projects
• $50.00 County Administrative Fee paid to Kern County Clerk

City Council

The City Council will review several infrastructure contracts and a grant application for a community cleanup program. The body will also receive quarterly reports on community development and homeless outreach.

• Agreement with J.L. Plank, Inc. for HSIP – HWY 46 Street Crossing Project up to $425,500.00
• Agreement with J.L. Plank, Inc. for HSIP – 8th Street Crossing Project up to $209,965.00
• Purchase of a Smooth Drum Roller from Coastline Equipment up to $60,000.00
• Application for the Community Cleanup and Employment Pathway (CCEP) Grant Program
• Department payments totaling $225,611.24

The council adopted the consent calendar, approving department payments of $225,611.24, a $60,000 purchase order for a smooth drum roller, and two infrastructure agreements with J.L. Plank totaling $635,465. The council also approved the Community Cleanup and Employment Pathway (CCEP) grant program resolution and filed the homeless outreach quarterly report. All items were approved by a unanimous 5‑0 roll‑call vote.

• Approved $225,611.24 department payments (5-0)
• Approved purchase order for smooth drum roller up to $60,000 (5-0)
• Approved J.L. Plank agreement for 8th Street Crossing project up to $209,965 (5-0)
• Approved J.L. Plank agreement for HWY 46 Street Crossing project up to $425,500 (5-0)
• Approved CCEP grant program resolution (5-0)
• Filed homeless outreach quarterly report (5-0)
• Approved October 7, 2025 closed‑session minutes (5-0)

City Council

The council will receive a PowerPoint presentation from the Wasco Police Department about the Wasco Police Activities League, a juvenile crime‑prevention program. It will also receive and file the City of Wasco Homeless Outreach Quarterly Report (July‑September 2022) as an informational item. Additional reports include images of the Walmart Grand Re‑Opening (October 10, 2025) and National Night Out, and a flyer from the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District presented by Council Member Reyna. No formal actions or votes are indicated.

• Public Safety Report: Wasco Police Department – PowerPoint on Wasco Police Activities League
• New Business: Receive and file City of Wasco Homeless Outreach Quarterly Report (July‑September 2022) – informational
• Report from City Manager: Walmart Grand Re‑Opening images (Oct 10 2025)
• Report from City Manager: National Night Out images
• Report from City Council: Council Member Reyna – San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District flyer

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission announced that the regular meeting scheduled for Monday, October 13, 2025, is cancelled. No agenda items will be considered at that time. The next regular meeting is set for Monday, November 10, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers at 746 8th St, Wasco, CA.

• Cancellation of the regular meeting scheduled for Oct 13, 2025; no agenda items considered

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider several routine consent‑calendar items, including department payments of $916,403.74 and travel approvals. It will also vote on a $1.6 million agreement with Arsenal Well Drilling Inc. for test water wells, a $17,500 amendment to a 2006 HOME program loan, and an amended salary schedule for FY 2025‑2026. Additional resolutions include ratifying a memorandum with the Kern Council of Governments for a 2026 outreach mini‑grant program.

• Approve up to $1.6 million agreement with Arsenal Well Drilling Inc. for four test water wells
• Authorize a $17,500 amendment to Agreement No. 2021‑001 with Adams Ashby Group Inc. for HOME program compliance
• Receive and file department payments totaling $916,403.74
• Adopt a resolution approving the amended salary schedule for FY 2025‑2026
• Ratify memorandum of agreement with Kern Council of Governments for the 2026 Community‑Based Outreach Mini‑Grant Program

The City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included routine payments and a $1.6 million water‑well contract. A public‑hearing resolution on the Community Development Block Grant closeout was adopted. The council also adopted the amended salary schedule for FY 2025‑2026, ratified a memorandum of agreement with the Kern Council of Governments, and approved a veto letter to Governor Newsom on SB 707. All votes were 5‑0 with no public comments recorded.

• Approved consent calendar items, including $916,403.74 department payments and a $1.6 M water‑well contract (5-0)
• Adopted public‑hearing resolution for Community Development Block Grant closeout (5-0)
• Adopted amended salary schedule for FY 2025‑2026 (5-0)
• Ratified memorandum of agreement with Kern Council of Governments for 2026 outreach mini‑grant program (5-0)
• Approved letter requesting Governor Newsom to veto SB 707 (5-0)

City Council

The Wasco City Council will vote on routine Consent Calendar items, including department payments of $267,211.38 and several resolutions authorizing expenditures such as an $80,000 generator for Sewer Lift Station No. 3 and $13,835 for street‑monitoring hardware. Additional resolutions will add Rocio Mosqueda as an authorized signer for the Successor Agency and City bank accounts and update investment policy signatories. The meeting also includes public safety reports and closed‑session litigation discussions.

• Approve department payments totaling $267,211.38 (Consent Calendar item a).
• Authorize a purchase order not to exceed $80,000 for a replacement generator for Sewer Lift Station No. 3 (Consent Calendar item b).
• Authorize a purchase order not to exceed $13,835 for street monitoring hardware and software from Vialytics America (Consent Calendar item d).
• Adopt a resolution adding Rocio Mosqueda as an authorized signer for all Successor Agency bank accounts (Successor Agency Business).
• Adopt resolutions updating authorized signatories for the City’s Investment Policy, Local Agency Investment Fund, CA CLASS, and U.S. Bank (New Business).

The Wasco City Council adopted eight resolutions authorizing signing authority for agency bank accounts, adding new authorized signers, approving routine payments, and permitting specific procurement contracts. All actions were approved by the three voting members (Saldaña, Martinez, Raya) with no opposition. The votes were recorded as AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; NOES: none; ABSENT: Medina, Reyna.

• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-031 authorizing signing authority for all Successor Agency bank accounts (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-068 adding Rocio Mosqueda as authorizing signer for Wasco Public Financing Authority bank accounts (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Approved Consent Calendar item: filed department payments totaling $267,211.38 (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-4263 authorizing City Manager to enter agreement with Duthie Power Services and purchase order up to $80,000 for a replacement generator for Sewer Lift Station No. 3 (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-4265 authorizing purchase order up to $13,835 with Vialytics America for street‑monitoring hardware and software (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-4267 amending the City’s Investment Policy Delegation of Authority (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-4268 updating authorized signatories for the Local Agency Investment Fund (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)
• Adopted Resolution Reso#2025-4270 updating authorized signatories for U.S. Bank (AYES: Saldaña, Martinez, Raya)

Planning Commission

The regular meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for September 8, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for October 13, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will discuss accepting the final versions of the Stormwater and Wastewater Master Plans. The body is also considering a purchase order for water meters and the appointment of delegates for a California Cities conference.

• Purchase order up to $70,000.00 with AV Water Technologies for residential and commercial water meters
• Acceptance of the Scofield Avenue Rehabilitation Project
• Approval of department payments totaling $1,938,270.53
• Employment agreement for Police Lieutenant Lloyd Galutira
• Acceptance of Final Version of the Stormwater and Wastewater Master Plans

The Wasco City Council approved the consent calendar, authorizing $1,938,270.53 in department payments, a purchase order up to $70,000 with AV Water Technologies for residential and commercial water meters, and the filing of the Scofield Avenue Rehabilitation Project. The council also appointed a voting delegate and alternates for the League of California Cities 2025 conference, adopted resolutions to accept the final Stormwater and Wastewater Master Plans, and authorized an employment agreement for Police Lieutenant Lloyd Galutira. All actions were approved unanimously by the four present members.

• Approved department payments totaling $1,938,270.53 (consent calendar) – unanimous
• Approved purchase order up to $70,000 with AV Water Technologies for water meters – unanimous
• Approved acceptance and filing of the Scofield Avenue Rehabilitation Project – unanimous
• Approved City Council minutes for August 19, 2025 – unanimous
• Appointed Council Member Reyna as voting delegate and Saldaña & Martinez as alternates for League of California Cities 2025 conference – unanimous
• Adopted resolution to accept final Stormwater Master Plan (Reso#2025-4260) – unanimous
• Adopted resolution to accept final Wastewater Master Plan (Reso#2025-4261) – unanimous
• Adopted resolution authorizing employment agreement with Lieutenant Lloyd Galutira (Reso#2025-4262) – unanimous

City Council

The Wasco City Council and Wasco Recreation and Parks District Board will hold a special joint meeting. The session is for a discussion on goal and priority setting, and no action is requested.

• Goal and Priority Setting Discussion between City Council and Recreation and Parks District Board

City Council

The City Council will discuss the purchase of two new police vehicles and an employment agreement for Chief of Police Alecio Mora. The body will also review department payments and various staff travel and training expenses.

• Purchase of two new Ford Utility Interceptor AWD police vehicles not to exceed $160,000.00
• Employment agreement for Chief of Police Alecio Mora
• Department payments totaling $559,758.19
• Service agreement with the Office of the State Controller for Annual Street Report not to exceed $3,000.00
• Informational update on repairs and status of WELL NO. 8

The council approved the Consent Calendar, including department payments of $559,758.19 and several travel and training expense items. It adopted a resolution to purchase two new Ford Utility Interceptor AWD police vehicles for up to $160,000. It also approved an employment agreement for Chief of Police Alecio Mora. All actions passed with votes of Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, and Raya; Reyna was absent.

• Approved Consent Calendar items, including $559,758.19 department payments (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Approved travel expense for Police Records Clerk to attend POST Records Supervisor Course (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Approved travel expense for City Clerk and Deputy City Clerk to attend City Clerk's New Law & Election Seminar (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Approved travel expense for City Manager to attend Groundwater Sustainability Plan meeting in Sacramento (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Approved travel expense for Police Dispatcher to attend POST Communications Training Officer Webinar (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Approved training expense for Police Officers to attend POST Certified Traffic Collision Investigation Course (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Adopted resolution authorizing a service agreement with the Office of the State Controller for the annual street report, not to exceed $3,000 (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)
• Adopted resolution to purchase two new Ford Utility Interceptor AWD police vehicles, up to $160,000 (vote: AYES Medina, Saldaña, Martinez, Raya; absent Reyna)

Planning Commission

The Wasco Planning Commission will hold its regular meeting on August 11, 2025, with no public hearings, deferred business, or new business items listed. The agenda includes procedural items such as roll call, approval of minutes, and public comments, as well as a recognition award for Planning Commissioner John Pallares.

The commission unanimously approved the meeting agenda. It also approved the consent calendar, which included the minutes from the June 9, 2025 meeting. No other business was acted upon.

• Approved meeting agenda (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar, including June 9 minutes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will discuss several municipal code amendments, including new rules for public decency and human-powered vending. The body will also hold public hearings regarding traffic impact fee rates and landscape maintenance assessments.

• Proposed ordinance adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting human-powered vending on streets, roads, and bicycle lanes
• Public hearing to amend the Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule
• Contract with West and Associates for Cross-Connection Control Plan update not to exceed $25,000.00
• Department payments totaling $1,008,304.86

The council approved the agenda, deferring item 14.a. until a full quorum is present (3‑0 vote). The Consent Calendar was approved, including $1,008,304.86 in department payments and multiple resolutions and ordinances (4‑0 vote). Several resolutions were adopted, such as a $25,000 cross‑connection plan and a traffic impact fee schedule amendment (3‑0 vote). A new business item to appoint delegates to the League of California Cities conference was deferred.

• Approved agenda with item 14.a. deferred (3‑0)
• Approved Consent Calendar, including $1,008,304.86 department payments (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution Amending Joint Powers Agreement (Reso#2025-4241) (4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance waiving second reading for Offenses Against Public Decency (Ord#2025-728) (4‑0)
• Adopted Ordinance prohibiting human‑powered vending on streets (Ord#2025-729) (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution authorizing up to $25,000 for Cross‑Connection Control Plan (Reso#2025-4242) (4‑0)
• Adopted Resolution amending Traffic Impact Fee Rate Schedule (Reso#2025-4250) (3‑0)
• Deferred appointment of delegates to League of California Cities conference (item 14.a.)

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss adding a rotational towing chapter to the Municipal Code. The body is also considering funding for the Griffith Avenue Project and designating interim monetary authorities in the Finance Department.

• Proposed Ordinance adding Chapter 10.54 (Rotational Towing) to Title 10 of the Municipal Code
• Resolution for Fiscal Year 2025 Regional Surface Transportation Program (RSTP) funding for the Griffith Avenue Project
• Resolution to designate Interim Monetary Authorities in the Finance Department

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings on three municipal code amendments regarding public decency, human-powered vending, and unlawful camping. The body is also reviewing bank account signing authorities and various city contracts.

• Proposed ordinance adding Chapter 9.20, Offenses Against Public Decency
• Proposed ordinance prohibiting human-powered vending on streets, roads, and bicycle lanes
• Proposed ordinance amending definitions for unlawful camping in public places
• Purchase order for Bakersfield Well and Pump for emergency repairs to Well #8 not to exceed $15,000.00
• Budget increase of $30,000.00 for Finance Director recruitment services via Koff and Associates

The Wasco City Council approved its agenda and adopted three resolutions removing Isarel Perez‑Hernandez as an authorized signer for the Successor Agency, the Public Financing Authority, and all City bank accounts. The Consent Calendar was approved, authorizing $252,183.98 in department payments, grant funding, and a $15,000 emergency well repair purchase order. The council also introduced and waived the first reading of three ordinances covering public decency offenses, a ban on human‑powered vending, and updates to unlawful camping definitions.

• Approved agenda (unanimous roll call)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-030 removing Isarel Perez‑Hernandez as signer for Successor Agency bank accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-067 removing Isarel Perez‑Hernandez as signer for Public Financing Authority bank accounts (unanimous)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-4237 removing Isarel Perez‑Hernandez as authorized signer for all City bank accounts (unanimous)
• Approved Consent Calendar items, including $252,183.98 department payments and grant funding (unanimous)
• Authorized purchase order for emergency repairs to Well #8 up to $15,000 (unanimous)
• Waived first reading of ordinance adding Chapter 9.20 Offenses Against Public Decency (unanimous)
• Waived first reading of ordinance prohibiting human‑powered vending on streets, roads, and bike lanes (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will receive a presentation from Unwired Broadband regarding the status of fiber-to-the-home (FTTTH) deployment in Wasco. The update includes progress on distribution areas and restoration work.

• Restoration progress update for Distribution Areas 9 and 13
• Restoration work on Snapdragon Dr, Orchid Ln, and Prairie Rose Way
• Restoration work on Cressida Ct, Granada Way, and Tuscany Way
• Restoration work on Sequoia Dr, Olive Ct, Cedar Ave, Birch Ave, and 11th St

Planning Commission

The Regular Meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for July 14, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for August 11, 2025.

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to hire BHT Engineering, Inc. for the design phase of the Filburn Avenue WEST CMAQ Project. The project includes paving, sidewalks, bike lanes, and ADA ramp improvements on the south side of Filburn Avenue.

• Contract with BHT Engineering, Inc. not to exceed $85,922.50
• Authorization for contract change orders up to $15,000.00
• Design phase for Filburn Avenue WEST CMAQ Project

City Council

The City Council will consider approving the Fiscal Year 2025–2026 annual operating budget and an amended salary schedule. The body will also review several grant awards and engineering contracts for road projects.

• Department payments totaling $771,141.46
• Grant award of $148,142.00 from the California Highway Patrol for the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program
• Grant award of $48,085.00 for the California State of Good Repair Program
• Engineering agreements with BHT Engineering, Inc. for Filburn Avenue WEST ($86,697.50) and EAST ($85,922.50) CMAQ Projects
• Purchase of two dump trailers from TrailersPlus Bakersfield not to exceed $22,000.00

The council approved the meeting agenda and the consent calendar, which included routine payments, travel approvals, grant acceptances, and equipment purchases. It also adopted resolutions amending employment agreements, updating the salary schedule, and reaffirming the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and five‑year capital improvement program. All actions were approved unanimously.

• Approved agenda (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar items including $771,141.46 payments, travel expenses, grant acceptances, dump trailer purchase, and audit filing (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to accept $148,142 Cannabis Tax Fund Grant (5-0)
• Adopted resolution to accept $48,085 State of Good Repair Grant (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for West Filburn Ave CMAQ design phase up to $85,922.50 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution for East Filburn Ave CMAQ design phase up to $85,922.50 (5-0)
• Adopted resolution amending employment agreements for city officials (5-0)
• Adopted resolution approving FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and five‑year capital improvement program (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider the annual operating budget and a five-year capital improvement program. The body is also reviewing a new salary schedule and several grant applications for transportation and air quality projects.

• Approval of the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Annual Operating Budget and 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program
• Approval of FY 2025-2026 salary schedule including a 4% COLA increase
• Department payments totaling $1,813,936.48
• Grant applications for the Griffith Avenue Project and Wasco Avenue East Shoulder Improvement Project
• Funding application for a new Compressed Natural Gas (CNG) Slow-Fill Station

The council approved the consent calendar, adopting routine payments, travel expenses and several grant authorizations. It adopted the FY 2025‑2026 operating budget together with the 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program. The council also approved a 4% cost‑of‑living increase for city employees and a grant for the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District’s Bikeway Incentive Program.

• Approved consent calendar items (including $1,813,936.48 payments) (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing RSTP grant for Griffith Avenue Project (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing CMAQ grant for Griffith Avenue East Shoulder Improvement (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing CMAQ grant for new CNG slow‑fill station (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution authorizing CMAQ grant for Wasco Avenue East Shoulder Improvement (5‑0)
• Adopted resolution approving list of SB1 road‑repair projects (5‑0)
• Adopted FY 2025‑2026 operating budget and 2025‑2030 Capital Improvement Program (5‑0)
• Adopted salary schedule with 4% COLA for city employees (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting the Annual Operating Budget for Fiscal Year 2025-2026 and the 2025-2030 Capital Improvement Program. The proposed budget reflects a conservative approach due to flat sales tax projections and a 2.55% population decline. The city is prioritizing public safety, water management, and infrastructure improvements.

• Proposed Public Safety budget: Police $6,663,156, Fire Services $720,000, and PAL $87,799
• Proposed 4% Cost of Living Adjustment for SEIU and Public Safety Union
• Reauthorization of one previously frozen Finance Accounting Manager position
• $37 million State Revolving Fund grant for replacing four water wells and addressing 1,2,3-TCP levels
• Construction of a new water storage tank to provide a secondary water source

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a Conditional Use Permit for a new residential project. The proposal includes a two-story single-family home with an attached two-story accessory dwelling unit (ADU).

• Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a two-story home and attached ADU at 1017 15th Street
• CEQA exemption request under Section 15332 for infill development
• Approval of May 12, 2025, meeting minutes

The commission approved its meeting agenda and the consent calendar, which included approval of the May 12, 2025 meeting minutes. It then adopted Resolution #2025-0004, granting Conditional Use Permit 25-01 for a two‑story single‑family house and an attached two‑story accessory dwelling unit, exempt from CEQA. All votes were unanimous with Commissioner Pallares absent.

• Approved meeting agenda (ayes: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Coleman; absent: Pallares)
• Approved consent calendar, including May 12, 2025 minutes (ayes: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Coleman; absent: Pallares)
• Adopted Resolution #2025-0004 granting Conditional Use Permit 25-01 (ayes: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Coleman; absent: Pallares)

City Council

The City Council will discuss progress reports on Waterworth and the Highway 46 roundabout. The body is deciding on several grant applications and the approval of department payments totaling $422,554.76.

• Proposed change orders for City Security System Project not to exceed $116,240.00
• Department payments totaling $422,554.76
• Application for FY2025-2026 Federal Funding under Section 5311 with CALTRANS
• Application for FY2025 COPS Hiring Program (CHP) funding from the U.S. Department of Justice
• Approval of travel expenses exceeding $500.00 for NENA Conference in Long Beach, CA

The council unanimously approved the consent calendar, which included filing department payments of $422,554.76, adopting several resolutions for travel, federal funding applications, and fines. In new business, the council adopted a resolution authorizing change orders to the City Security System Project up to $116,240 to meet police technology needs. All votes were 5‑0 in favor.

• Approved department payments totaling $422,554.76 (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Approved minutes for May 13 and May 20, 2025 council meetings (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Approved travel and training expenses for police staff to attend NENA conference (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Authorized application for FY 2025‑2026 federal funding under Section 5311 (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Approved FY2025 COPS Hiring Program grant application (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Approved acceptance of City Public Facility Improvement Project (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Approved cost report for outstanding fines and imposed liens (consent calendar) (5-0)
• Authorized change orders to City Security System Project up to $116,240 (new business) (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will conduct a public hearing regarding the creation of Underground Utility District No. 2025-01. The body will also review routine department payments and several professional service agreements.

• Public hearing to create Underground Utility District No. 2025-01 between 8th Street and 9th Street
• Department payments totaling $525,489.42
• Contribution to CV SALTS not to exceed $15,000.00
• Purchase order with CONFAB, LLC for 10 metal bins not to exceed $12,000.00
• Professional Services Agreement with ADA GURU to update Dial-a-Ride operating policies

The City Council adopted a resolution to create Underground Utility District No. 2025‑01 covering property between 8th and 9th Streets, correcting the CEQA exemption to sections 15301(b) and 15302(c). The resolution was approved unanimously. The council also approved the full consent calendar, including department payments, minutes, training expenses, service agreements, contributions, project acceptances, and a purchase order, all with a 5‑0 vote.

• Approved creation of Underground Utility District No. 2025‑01 (5‑0)
• Approved department payments totaling $525,489.42 (5‑0)
• Approved City Council minutes for May 6, 2025 (5‑0)
• Approved police officer travel/training expense over $500 (5‑0)
• Approved professional services agreement with ADA GURU (5‑0)
• Approved contribution to CV SALTS up to $15,000 (5‑0)
• Approved acceptance of Poso Avenue CMAQ Project (Rec#2025‑006) (5‑0)
• Approved purchase order with CONFAB, LLC up to $12,000 for metal bins (5‑0)

City Council

The City Council will discuss the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2025-26, covering the General Fund, enterprise funds, and capital improvement projects. This is a workshop only; no formal votes are taken. Budget adoption is scheduled for June 17, 2025.

• Proposed General Fund revenues of $17.24 million and operating costs of $17.15 million for 2025-26.
• Public safety is the largest cost area at $7.43 million, or 43% of operating costs.
• Unassigned General Fund balance is projected at 161% of operating costs, far above the 35% policy target.
• City population decreased by 2.55% from January 2024 to January 2025, per California Department of Finance.
• Council goals from a February workshop include sports complex development, water management, community engagement, public safety enhancements, and economic development.

City Council

The City Council will hold a special meeting to workshop the Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget, receiving department requests and discussing strategic priorities. Topics include a sports complex, water management expansion, a new police facility, and infrastructure improvements. The council will also note that this fiscal/administrative activity is not a project under CEQA, so no environmental review is required.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 budget workshop for general fund, enterprise funds, and Capital Improvement Program
• Discussion of seven strategic priorities including sports complex development, water management expansion, public safety enhancements, and homelessness initiatives
• Review of challenges: stagnant sales tax revenue, water supply limitations, and federal policy shifts
• CEQA determination that the workshop is not a project requiring environmental review
• Public comments allowed only on agenda items due to special meeting rules

The Wasco City Council unanimously decided to continue the water discount subsidy for senior residents for Fiscal Year 2025‑2026. The Council also directed staff to budget for additional Flock cameras and to improve walking and biking paths. No other actions were taken at this meeting.

• Continue water discount subsidy for senior residents (unanimous)
• Direct staff to budget for more Flock cameras
• Direct staff to improve walking and biking paths

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to consider a second map extension request for Tentative Parcel Map 12398, which would subdivide a 36.57-acre parcel at 1100 Gromer Avenue into four smaller lots (each 1.31–1.43 acres) plus a 30.88-acre remainder. The item also includes a categorical environmental exemption. Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from the March 10, 2025 regular meeting.

• Public hearing on Resolution to approve Parcel Map 12398 Map Extension Request #2 for subdivision of 36.57 acres into 4 lots (1.31, 1.31, 1.43, 1.31 acres) and a 30.88-acre remainder on Rural Residential zoned land at 1100 Gromer Avenue
• Staff recommends approval and adoption of the resolution citing CEQA exemption Section 15315 (Minor Land Divisions)
• Project previously approved in 2021 with first extension granted in 2023; staff notes delays in final map preparation and improvement plans
• Consent Calendar: Approval of March 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes

The Planning Commission approved its agenda and the consent calendar, which included the March 10, 2025 meeting minutes. It also adopted Resolution 2025‑0003, approving Parcel Map 12398 Map Extension Request #2 and a categorical exemption to subdivide a 36.57‑acre rural residential parcel into four parcels and a remainder. All motions passed unanimously with four votes in favor and one commissioner absent.

• Approved meeting agenda (AYES: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Pallares; absent: Coleman)
• Approved consent calendar and March 10, 2025 minutes (AYES: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Pallares; absent: Coleman)
• Adopted Resolution 2025‑0003 approving Parcel Map 12398 extension and categorical exemption (AYES: Skeels, Torres, Clendenen, Pallares; absent: Coleman)

City Council

The City Council will review department budget requests for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, including the general fund, enterprise funds, and the Capital Improvement Program. Staff will present requests aligned with strategic priorities such as public safety and water management.

• FY 2025-2026 Budget Workshop for General and Enterprise funds
• Review of Capital Improvement Program (CIP) budget book
• Discussion of strategic priorities including a new police department facility
• Discussion of water management expansion via additional wells and storage
• Review of sports complex development options

City Council

The City Council special meeting scheduled for May 10, 2025, has been canceled because of an anticipated lack of quorum. The next special meeting is set for May 13, 2025, at 4:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.

• Meeting canceled due to insufficient member attendance

City Council

The Special Meeting of the City Council scheduled for May 9, 2025, was canceled due to a lack of quorum. The next Special City Council meeting is scheduled for May 13, 2025, at 4:00 p.m.

City Council

The City Council will hold a workshop to receive and discuss proposed department budgets for the 2025-2026 fiscal year, covering the general fund, enterprise funds, and capital improvement program. No formal decisions are expected; the session is for Council feedback. Staff also recommends a finding that the workshop is exempt from CEQA review.

• Fiscal Year 2025-2026 Budget Workshop – General Fund, Enterprise Funds, and Capital Improvement Program
• Staff presentation on strategic priorities: Sports Complex Development, Water Management Expansion, Public Safety Enhancements, and Homelessness Initiatives
• Discussion of challenges: stagnant sales tax revenue, water supply limitations, and potential federal policy shifts
• Proposed new police department facility and road rehabilitation projects
• Next budget workshop scheduled for May 10, 2025 for further adjustments

City Council

The City Council will discuss adopting an amended salary schedule for fiscal year 2024-2025 and a professional services agreement with SuperC AI Inc. for a community engagement platform. The body will also consider a site lease with the California Department of Technology for a fiber optic network hut.

• Department payments totaling $1,489,522.24
• Professional services agreement with SuperC AI Inc. (BeWith) for a community engagement platform
• Amended salary schedule for Fiscal Year 2024-2025
• Site lease agreement with the California Department of Technology for a Fiber Optic Network Telecommunications Hut
• Temporary employment agreement for a summer IT intern through Kern Intern Connections (KIC)

The Wasco City Council adopted four separate resolutions, each receiving unanimous approval from all five members. The actions include authorizing a temporary IT intern, approving an amended salary schedule, entering a professional services agreement with SuperC AI Inc. for a community‑engagement platform, and authorizing a site lease for a fiber‑optic network hub. All votes were recorded as AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA with no NOES, ABSTAINS, or ABSENCES.

• Adopted Resolution 2025-4202 authorizing a temporary IT intern agreement (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-4203 approving the amended salary schedule for FY 2024‑2025 (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-4204 authorizing a Professional Services Agreement with SuperC AI Inc. for a new community‑engagement platform (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-4205 authorizing a site lease agreement with the California Department of Technology for a fiber‑optic network telecommunications hut (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a resolution authorizing the City Manager to finalize agreements with unWired Broadband, LLC for a Fiber-to-the-Premise network in Wasco. The project would provide high-speed internet via private investment, with the city receiving free dark fiber and internet service for municipal facilities. The western edges (wastewater plant and Valley Rose neighborhood) would get wireless instead of fiber.

• Adopt resolution authorizing City Manager to finalize and endorse agreements with unWired Broadband, LLC for a Fiber-to-the-Premise network (staff report dated April 17, 2025)

The Wasco City Council adopted Resolution #2025-4201, authorizing the City Manager or designee to finalize and endorse agreements with unWired for a fiber optic network overbuild project. The motion was moved by Council Member Reyna, seconded by Council Member Martinez, and passed with all five members voting aye. No public comments were received. The meeting was adjourned at 4:43 p.m.

• Adopted Resolution #2025-4201 authorizing City Manager to finalize unWired fiber optic agreement (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider agreements for professional architectural services for a new police building and a contract for grant writing assistance. The body will also review department payments totaling $2,004,266.09 and employment agreements for city staff.

• Department payments totaling $2,004,266.09
• Architectural services agreement with Teter Architects & Engineers Connected for the new Wasco Police Building Project
• Consultant services agreement with California Consulting, Inc. for grant writing
• Employment agreement for Assistant Chief of Police Alecio Mora
• Amendment to the employment agreement for Deputy Public Works Director Alberto Martinez

The Wasco City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar items, including over $2 million in department payments and travel expenses for a regional summit. It also adopted multiple resolutions authorizing the City Manager to sign agreements for grant writing, police building design, employment contracts, and Rule 20A undergrounding funds.

• Approved department payments totaling $2,004,266.09 (Consent Calendar) – vote 5-0
• Approved April 1, 2025 City Council minutes (Consent Calendar) – vote 5-0
• Approved travel expense authorization for Mayor, Council Member Reyna, and City Manager to attend League of California Cities summit (Consent Calendar) – vote 5-0
• Approved resolution authorizing City Manager to sign letter for Used Oil Payment Program application (Reso#2025-4194) – vote 5-0
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to sign consultant services agreement with California Consulting, Inc. for grant writing (Reso#2025-4195) – vote 5-0
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to finalize agreement with Teter Architects & Engineers Connected for new police building (Reso#2025-4196) – vote 5-0
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to finalize employment agreement with Assistant Chief of Police Alecio Mora (Reso#2025-4198) – vote 5-0
• Adopted resolution authorizing City Manager to develop documents for Rule 20A power line undergrounding funds (Reso#2025-4199) – vote 5-0

Planning Commission

The Wasco Planning Commission has canceled its regular meeting scheduled for April 14, 2025. The next regular meeting is set for May 12, 2025.

City Council

The City Council will vote on a consent calendar approving routine payments and several capital projects, and consider new business including a grant application for the Kern County Wasco Branch Library and Learning Center, updates to salary schedules adding two new positions, and adoption of social media policies.

• Approve purchase of 40 street light poles and luminaires from Wesco Distribution for up to $95,000
• Authorize agreement with United Pipe & Steel Fabrication for Well 14 Transit Metal Carport at $29,690 (plus up to $10,000 change orders)
• Receive and file payment warrants totaling $978,521.21
• Consider applying for California Jobs First Catalyst Fund for Wasco Branch Library and Learning Center
• Update salary schedule to add Assistant Chief of Police and City Project Coordinator

The Wasco City Council approved the consent calendar, including $978,521.21 in department payments, a purchase order for up to $95,000 of street light poles, and several CEQA‑exempt projects. The council also adopted resolutions to seek a California Jobs First Catalyst Fund grant for the Wasco Branch Library, update the salary schedule, and implement new social media policies. All items were approved by roll‑call vote with the listed members voting yes.

• Approved department payments totaling $978,521.21 (AYES: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Approved purchase order for street light poles & luminaires up to $95,000 (AYES: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Approved acceptance of the CEC Charging Station Project (AYES: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Approved agreement with United Pipe & Steel for Well 14 Transit Metal Carport $29,690 plus up to $10,000 change orders (AYES: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Approved acceptance of the ADA Sidewalk and Street Light Improvements Project (AYES: MEDINA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted resolution to apply for California Jobs First Catalyst Fund grant for the Wasco Branch Library (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted resolution to update the salary schedule adding Assistant Chief of Police and City Project Coordinator (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)
• Adopted resolution approving City of Wasco Social Media Policies (AYES: MEDINA, SALDAÑA, MARTINEZ, RAYA, REYNA)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving department payments totaling $754,845.56 and a purchase for three bus shelters. The body will also discuss the adoption of City of Wasco Social Media Policies and appoint members to the Sales Tax Oversight Committee and Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District.

• Department payments totaling $754,845.56
• Purchase of three bus shelters from Tolar Manufacturing Company, Inc not to exceed $35,000.00
• Adoption of City of Wasco Social Media Policies
• Appointments to Wasco Sales Tax Oversight Committee (Measure X) and Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District
• Travel expenses exceeding $500.00 for City Manager, Community Development Director, Mayor Medina, and Council Member Reyna for ICS Conference

The Wasco City Council approved the consent calendar, which included payments totaling $754,845.56, minutes from prior meetings, travel expenses for the ICSC and Laserfiche conferences, and a purchase order for three bus shelters not to exceed $35,000. The council also appointed Florirene Olvera and Rocio Mosqueda to the Sales Tax Oversight Committee and Larry Jennings to the Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District, all with terms ending December 31, 2028. Additionally, the council adopted Resolution 2025-4188 approving the City of Wasco Social Media Policies. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including $754,845.56 in payments (5-0)
• Approved travel expenses for ICSC conference in Las Vegas (5-0)
• Approved purchase order for three bus shelters up to $35,000 (5-0)
• Approved travel expenses for City Clerk to Laserfiche conference (5-0)
• Appointed Florirene Olvera and Rocio Mosqueda to Sales Tax Oversight Committee (5-0)
• Appointed Larry Jennings to Kern Mosquito and Vector Control District (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2025-4188 for Social Media Policies (5-0)

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing to decide on a conditional use permit for a T-Mobile wireless antenna tower. The commission will also administer oaths of office for two reappointed members.

• Conditional Use Permit 24-03 for a 75-foot 'monopine' antenna tower at 1994 Beanway Drive
• Oath of office for reappointed commissioners Clendenen and Coleman
• Approval of February 10, 2025, meeting minutes

The Wasco Planning Commission approved Conditional Use Permit 24-03, allowing construction of a 75-foot wireless telecommunication antenna tower disguised as a pine tree on R-R Rural Residential zoned property, with an added condition #13. The project was found exempt under CEQA Class 3. The commission also approved the February 10, 2025 meeting minutes and administered the oath of office to reappointed commissioners Clendenen and Coleman.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the February 10, 2025 regular meeting minutes, by unanimous vote.
• Approved Resolution 2025-0002 for Conditional Use Permit 24-03 (75-foot pine-tree disguised cell tower) with additional condition #13, by unanimous vote.
• Administered the oath of office to reappointed commissioners Clendenen and Coleman.

Planning Commission

The commission is reviewing plans for ARC Towers located at 1990 Beanway Dr. The provided documentation includes site coordinates and a restriction against the use of chain link fencing in the R-R Rural Residential zone.

• Proposed development of ARC Towers at 1990 Beanway Dr.
• Prohibition of chain link fencing for the development per R-R Rural Residential zone rules

City Council

The City Council will consider consent calendar items including $529,658 in department payments and travel expenses. New business includes approving mid-year operating budget adjustments of $109,448, a parking citation collection contract with Phoenix Information Systems Group for $5,940 annually, and a side letter to the SEIU Local 521 MOU. Deferred business involves staff support for a special event in Downtown Wasco on March 30, 2025.

• Mid-year operating budget adjustments totaling $109,448
• Parking citation collection contract with Phoenix Information Systems Group, $5,940/year
• Approval of SEIU Local 521 MOU side letter effective February 20, 2025
• Staff support for a special event in Downtown Wasco on March 30, 2025
• Consent calendar: department payments of $529,658.17 and travel/training expenses for city attorney and public works staff

The Wasco City Council unanimously approved the consent calendar, including payments of $529,658.17 and several resolutions. They also approved a special event support request for Downtown Wasco on March 30, 2025, a professional services agreement for parking citation collection, mid-year budget adjustments of $109,448, and a side letter to the SEIU MOU. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved consent calendar including $529,658.17 in payments (5-0)
• Approved city support for Downtown Wasco special event on March 30, 2025 (5-0)
• Authorized parking citation collection agreement with Phoenix Information Systems Group, $5,940 annual fee (5-0)
• Adopted mid-year budget adjustments totaling $109,448 (5-0)
• Approved side letter to SEIU Local 521 MOU effective February 20, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Wasco City Council and the Wasco Recreation and Parks District are holding a special joint meeting for a discussion on goals and priorities. No action is requested on the single new business item. The meeting is limited to this agenda item only.

• Goal and priority setting discussion between the City Council and Recreation and Parks District Board (no action requested)

The Wasco City Council and Wasco Recreation and Parks District held a special joint meeting to discuss goals and priorities. No formal action was taken; the session was informational, covering topics such as park grant projects, stadium lighting, and potential collaboration. The groups agreed to meet every six months.

• Approved agenda as presented (4-0, Saldaña absent)
• Held joint goal-setting discussion; no action taken
• Agreed to meet every six months

City Council

The City Council will vote on several consent calendar items including routine payments and contracts, and under new business will consider a resolution to allocate $550,000 in Measure X funds to the Wasco Recreation and Parks District for replacement play structures and pool fencing. The council will also discuss applying for an alternative fuel vehicle grant and possible staff and monetary support for a downtown special event on March 30, 2025. Closed session includes labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 and anticipated litigation.

• Resolution to provide $550,000 in Measure X funds for park play structures and pool fencing
• Contract with Crosswhite Construction Inc. for Well 14 Transit Gate project at $29,889
• Purchase order up to $55,000 with Loop Electric for electrical infrastructure for HWY 43 lighting
• Application for San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District alternative fuel vehicle grant
• Possible staff and monetary support for a downtown special event on March 30, 2025

The Wasco City Council approved the consent calendar, which included payments totaling $597,358.98, minutes from February 4, 2025, travel expenses for staff training, a $29,889 agreement with Crosswhite Construction for the Well 14 Transit Gate Project, and a $55,000 purchase order with Loop Electric for HWY 43 lighting. The council also approved a resolution to apply for San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District funding for alternative fuel vehicles, deferred a special event request to the next meeting, and approved $550,000 in Measure X funds for the Wasco Recreation and Parks District for play structures and pool fencing. All votes were 4-0 with Mayor Pro Tem Saldaña absent.

• Approved consent calendar including $597,358.98 in payments (4-0)
• Approved $29,889 agreement with Crosswhite Construction for Well 14 Transit Gate Project (4-0)
• Approved $55,000 purchase order with Loop Electric for HWY 43 lighting (4-0)
• Approved resolution to apply for SJVAPCD alternative fuel vehicle funding (4-0)
• Deferred special event in Downtown Wasco to next meeting (4-0)
• Approved $550,000 in Measure X funds for park play structures and pool fencing (4-0)
• Approved closed session minutes for February 4, 2025 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet to discuss and provide direction for the 2025 Strategic Planning Session. The session is intended to identify overall city goals and establish a prioritized list of focus areas for the next five years.

• Discussion and direction for the 2025 Strategic Planning Session

The City Council held a special strategic planning session where department heads presented accomplishments and goals. The council identified five top priorities for the upcoming fiscal year, including public safety, infrastructure, parks, community engagement, and city beautification. No formal votes or binding decisions were made; the session was for goal-setting only.

• Adopted top 5 priorities: Public Safety and Community Facilities
• Adopted priority: Infrastructure and City Growth
• Adopted priority: Parks, Recreation and Active Transportation
• Adopted priority: Community Engagement and Well-Being
• Adopted priority: City Beautification and Downtown Phase II, Code Compliance

Planning Commission

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 24-05, which would allow a Type 20 ABC Off-Sale Beer/Wine License at a food market store at 741 E Street. The commission will also consider approving the minutes from the December 9, 2024, meeting and administer the oath of office to reappointed commissioners.

• Public hearing on Conditional Use Permit 24-05 for Type 20 ABC Off-Sale Beer/Wine License at 741 E Street
• Staff recommends approval of the permit and a finding of CEQA exemption under Section 15301
• Consent calendar includes approval of minutes from December 9, 2024 regular meeting
• Oath of office for reappointed commissioners Clendenen and Coleman
• No deferred or new business on the agenda

The Wasco Planning Commission approved a resolution granting Conditional Use Permit 24-05, allowing a Type 20 ABC off-sale beer and wine license for an existing food market at 741 E Street. The project was found exempt from CEQA under Class 1. The consent calendar, including approval of December 9, 2024 minutes, was also approved. The oath of office for newly appointed Commissioner Coleman was deferred to the next meeting.

• Approved Conditional Use Permit 24-05 for beer/wine license at 741 E Street (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including December 9, 2024 minutes (3-0)
• Deferred oath of office for Commissioner Coleman to next meeting

City Council

The City Council will discuss and vote on reorganizing committee assignments and appointing two candidates to four-year terms on the Planning Commission. The consent calendar includes approval of department payments totaling $873,653.03 and meeting minutes. Closed session items include labor negotiations with SEIU Local 521 and real property negotiations for three properties, one involving Denmar LLC.

• Receive and file department payments totaling $873,653.03
• Proclamation declaring National Pesticide Safety Education Month
• Proclamation declaring Safely Surrendered Baby Awareness Month
• Reorganization of City Council Committee Assignments (deferred business)
• Appointment of two candidates to fill two four-year term vacancies on the Planning Commission (term expires Dec 31, 2028)

The Wasco City Council approved the consent calendar, which included receiving and filing department payments totaling $873,653.03 and approving minutes from January 21, 2025 meetings. The council also approved a reorganization of city council committee assignments and appointed Traci Clendenen and Cortney Coleman to the Planning Commission for terms expiring December 31, 2028. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including $873,653.03 in payments and Jan 21 minutes (5-0)
• Approved reorganization of city council committee assignments (5-0)
• Appointed Traci Clendenen and Cortney Coleman to Planning Commission (5-0)
• Approved closed session minutes for January 21, 2025 (5-0)

City Council

The Wasco City Council will consider a consent calendar (payments, travel, grant agreements), hold a public hearing on unmet transit needs for fiscal year 2025-2026, and vote on several new business items. Key actions include a resolution authorizing funding for the Water System Improvements and Treatment Project via the Drinking Water State Revolving Fund, a $456,176 contract for the Scofield Avenue Improvement Project, and an on-call construction services agreement up to $1,000,000.

• Water System Improvements and Treatment Project – Resolution to enter into agreement with State Water Board for DWSRF funding (Item 13b)
• Scofield Avenue Improvement Project – $456,176 contract with Nagle Earthworks (Item 13d)
• On-Call Construction Services – up to $1,000,000 with Cen-Cal Construction Inc. (Consent item 10k)
• Unmet transit needs public hearing and resolution for FY2025-2026 (Item 11a)
• Trickling Filter Rehabilitation – acceptance and notice of completion (Consent item 10i)

The Wasco City Council approved a $1,000,000 on-call construction services agreement with Cen-Cal Construction Inc., allowing task orders up to $250,000. The council also approved a $456,176 contract for the Scofield Avenue Improvement Project, authorized a $56,000 agreement with Toter LLC, and accepted several completed projects. All votes were 4-0 with Council Member Raya absent.

• Approved $1M on-call construction services agreement with Cen-Cal Construction Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $456,176 Scofield Avenue Improvement Project contract with Nagle Earthworks (4-0)
• Approved $56,000 agreement with Toter LLC for waste equipment (4-0)
• Accepted Trickling Filter Rehabilitation Project and filed Notice of Completion (4-0)
• Accepted LCTOP Charging Station Project and filed Notice of Completion (4-0)
• Approved $24,800 topographical survey of Filburn Avenue with Wiley Hughes Surveying Inc. (4-0)
• Approved $14,000 carpet flooring and installation at Police Department (4-0)
• Adopted resolution for Drinking Water State Revolving Fund funding for water system improvements (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will meet in a special session to discuss real property negotiations in closed session. The discussions focus on the price and terms of payment for three specific parcels of land.

• Real property negotiations for APNs 030-080-01 and 02 with Denmar LLC
• Real property negotiations for APN 030-020-13
• Real property negotiations for APN 487-010-79

The Wasco City Council met in special session on January 21, 2025, and immediately entered closed session to discuss real property negotiations for three properties. No reportable actions were taken on any of the negotiation items. The meeting was procedural, with no substantive decisions made.

• Held closed session on real property negotiations for APNs 030-080-01 and 02 with Denmar LLC — no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiations for APN 030-020-13 — no reportable action
• Held closed session on real property negotiations for APN 487-010-79 — no reportable action

Planning Commission

The Regular Meeting of the Wasco Planning Commission scheduled for January 13, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting is scheduled for February 10, 2025.

City Council

The regular meeting of the Wasco City Council scheduled for January 7, 2025, has been canceled. The next regular meeting will be held on January 21, 2025, at 6:00 p.m. in the Council Chambers.