Clovis public meetings in 2022
29 substantive meetings from 2022, with official agendas or minutes and plain-English summaries.
City Council
The City Council will discuss land use appeals, budget amendments, and staff position changes. The body is also reviewing the 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report and the 2023 meeting schedule.
- Appeal of CUP2022-005 regarding a 24-hour convenience store at N. Temperance Avenue & Owens Mountain Parkway
- Certificate of Tentative Cancelation for Land Conservation Contract No. 6273 near Shaw and De Wolf Avenues
- Creation of a Communications and Marketing Analyst position with a salary range of $7,711 - $9,373 per month
- Final amendments to the 2021-22 Budget
- Final map acceptance for Tract 6221 at Ashlan Avenue and Locan Avenue
The Council approved the 2021-22 budget final amendments and the 2023 annual meeting schedule. Several land use items, including an appeal for a 24-hour convenience store, were continued to future dates. The Council also approved modifications to public notice procedures for planning projects.
- Approved final amendments to the 2021-22 budget (unanimous)
- Approved 2021-22 Annual Comprehensive Financial Report (unanimous)
- Approved modifications to 10-day public notice procedures for land use projects (unanimous)
- Approved 2023 annual meeting schedule and cancelled Jan 3, 2023 meeting (unanimous)
- Approved final map for Tract 6221 at Ashlan and Locan Avenues (4-0-0-1)
- Approved Res. 22-148 and 22-149 to add a Communications and Marketing Analyst (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-150 to add an Administrative Assistant to the Police Department (unanimous)
- Continued appeal for CUP2022-005 convenience store to January 9, 2023 (unanimous)
🗳️ How they voted (2 roll-call votes)
City Council
The City Council will consider approving the results of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and Measure B. The body will also elect a Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem. Other items include land map approvals and street improvement acceptance.
- Certification of November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and Measure B (Transient Occupancy Tax)
- Approval of Final Map Tract 6208 at Highland and Dakota Avenues
- Annexation of Tract 6208 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Final Acceptance for CIP 20-10, Barstow Avenue Street Improvements
- Election of Mayor and Mayor Pro Tem
The City Council reorganized its leadership and certified the results of the November 8, 2022, general election. The council also approved a final map and annexation for a project by KB Home South Bay Inc. and accepted street improvements on Barstow Avenue.
- Approved Res. 22-145 for Final Map Tract 6208 at Highland and Dakota Avenues (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-146 for annexation of Tract 6208 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (unanimous)
- Approved final acceptance for CIP 20-10 Barstow Avenue Street Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-147 declaring results of November 8, 2022, election and Measure B (unanimous)
- Elected Mayor Pro Tem Ashbeck as Mayor (unanimous)
- Elected Councilmember Mouanoutoua as Mayor Pro Tem (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from December 5, 2022, Council Meeting (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review several high-cost equipment and property acquisitions, including transit buses and utility software. The body is also considering an amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement.
- Purchase of 8 Ram Promaster Minibuses and 3 Freightliner Buses for $2,074,048.63
- Real property purchase at 8761 E. Barstow Avenue for $3,403,000
- Real property purchase at 1589/1599 Menlo Avenue for $796,000
- Purchase of SCADA HMI software for $52,081.60 and integration agreement for $279,315
- Purchase of Remix by Via Route Planning Software for $88,000
The City Council unanimously approved the Consent Calendar, which included the purchase of two properties and several transit vehicles. The Council also unanimously approved the first amendment to the City Manager's employment agreement.
- Approved purchase of 8 Ram Promaster minibuses and 3 Freightliner buses for $2,074,048.63 (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of property at 8761 E. Barstow Avenue for $3,403,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of property at 1589/1599 Menlo Avenue for $796,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved purchase of Remix by Via Route Planning Software for $88,000 (Unanimous)
- Approved SCADA HMI Software for $52,081.60 and integration agreement for $279,315 (Unanimous)
- Approved first amendment to City Manager employment agreement (Unanimous)
- Approved lease of copiers through OMNIA Partners and Kyocera (Unanimous)
- Approved annexation of properties to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (Unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will discuss the potential inclusion of approximately 923 acres north of Shepherd Avenue into the city's sphere of influence. The body is also deciding on several final maps for residential tracts and updating building and fire codes.
- Proposed amendment to include ±923 acres north of Shepherd Avenue in the City of Clovis Sphere of Influence
- Adoption of 2022 California Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Energy and Green Building Standards Codes (Ord. 22-10)
- Adoption of amendments to the Clovis Municipal Code relating to the California Fire Code (Ord. 22-11)
- Final Map approvals for Tracts 6292, 6342, and 6344 at Clovis Avenue and Shepherd Avenue
- Bid award for Gettysburg/Norwich Alley Reconstruction from Villa Avenue to Gettysburg Avenue
The Council approved a consultant agreement and an application to expand the city's sphere of influence to include approximately 923 acres north of Shepherd Avenue. Other actions included adopting updated building and fire codes and approving several land maps for Lennar Homes. The Council also confirmed the appointment of the Economic Development, Housing and Communications Director.
- Approved application to expand city sphere of influence by +923 acres
- Approved consultant agreement with De Novo Planning Group for an EIR
- Adopted 2022 California building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, residential, energy and green building standards codes
- Adopted ordinance amending California Fire Code
- Approved Final Maps and annexations for Tracts 6292, 6342, and 6344 (Lennar Homes of California, LLC)
- Approved Final Map for Tract 6348 (4-0-0-1)
- Approved confirmation of Economic Development, Housing and Communications Director
- Approved budget amendment for negotiated salary and benefit adjustments
City Council
The City Council is considering the adoption of 2022 California Building, Electrical, Mechanical, Plumbing, Residential, Energy, and Green Building Standards Codes. The body is also reviewing updates to the California Fire Code and the City's Master Administrative Fee Schedule.
- Purchase of Storage Area Network equipment from AMS.NET for $161,495.37
- Adoption of 2022 California Building and Fire Codes
- Approval of updated Master Administrative Fee Schedule
- Final Map Tract 6367 and annexation at Nees Avenue and North Armstrong Avenue
- Purchase of replacement self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and fill stations for Fire
The City Council approved the adoption of 2022 California building, electrical, mechanical, plumbing, residential, energy, and green building standards. Council also approved updated fire codes and a revised master administrative fee schedule. Additionally, the city will draft a letter to the California Public Utilities Commission regarding PG&E business practices.
- Approved 2022 California building and energy standards codes (4-0-1)
- Approved Res. 22-128 and Ord. 22-11 regarding California Fire Code (4-0-1)
- Approved updated Master Administrative Fee Schedule with Fire fee modifications (4-0-1)
- Approved drafting a letter to the CPUC regarding PG&E business practices (4-0-1)
- Approved $161,495.37 purchase of Storage Area Network equipment from AMS.NET (4-0-1)
- Reappointed Jennifer Willems to Consolidated Mosquito Abatement District (4-0-1)
- Approved Ord. 22-09 regarding the Public Utilities Director position (3-0-1-1)
- Approved Res. 22-126 and 22-127 for Tract 6367 annexation and map (4-0-1)
City Council
The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Public Utilities Director position and the incorporation of vehicle miles traveled (VMT) into the General Plan Circulation Element. The body will also consider routine budget reappropriations and new staff classifications.
- Bid award for CIP 17-13 Nees Avenue Street Widening
- Proposed salary range of $8,514 to $10,349 per month for IT Cybersecurity and Finance Business Systems Analyst positions
- Proposed salary range of $11,795 to $14,337 per month for Principal Utilities Engineer
- Implementation of Clovis Transit Program to carry Narcan on vehicles
- Final acceptance for CIP 21-04 Loma Vista Village Green Offsite Improvements
The council voted 4-0-1 to certify a supplemental environmental impact report and adopt policy changes to the General Plan's Circulation Element to incorporate Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) as a traffic impact evaluation criterion. They also approved updated Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines. All actions were approved unanimously with one member absent.
- Approved Resolution 22-120 certifying supplemental EIR for VMT incorporation (4-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 22-121 amending General Plan Circulation Element for VMT criteria (4-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 22-122 adopting updated Transportation Impact Analysis Guidelines (4-0-1)
- Approved introduction of Ordinance 22-09 restructuring Public Utilities Department and Director position (4-0-1)
- Approved Resolution 22-119 amending Public Utilities Director classification (4-0-1)
- Approved consent calendar including budget carryover, new classifications, and Nees Avenue widening contract (4-0-1)
- Approved implementation of Narcan on transit vehicles (4-0-1)
- Council directed staff to return with additional data on hotel parking ratios before making changes
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the establishment of a Master Plan Community Overlay District for the Home Place Master Plan. The body is also conducting an appeal hearing regarding an entertainment permit suspension for a local nightclub.
- Ord. 22-08: Rezone 2021-001 and R2021-003 for the Home Place Master Plan
- Appeal hearing for entertainment permit suspension of The Palace Nightclub at 446 Clovis Avenue
- Execution of certifications for FY 2022-23 California State Transit Assistance State of Good Repair Program
- Annexation of miscellaneous properties to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Appointment of Fresno County Transportation Authority Urban at Large Board Member
The council voted 4-0-1 to deny an appeal and uphold the Police Chief's suspension of the entertainment permit for The Palace Nightclub at 446 Clovis Avenue. The consent calendar was approved 4-0-1, including adoption of Ordinance 22-08 establishing a Master Plan Community Overlay District for the Home Place Master Plan. Council also approved appointments, a meeting schedule change, and letters of support for Global Entry interviews at Fresno Yosemite International Airport.
- Denied appeal and upheld entertainment permit suspension for The Palace Nightclub (4-0-1)
- Adopted Ordinance 22-08 for Home Place Master Plan MPC Overlay District and prezoning (5-0)
- Approved appointment to Fresno County Transportation Authority Urban At Large Board (4-0-1)
- Approved change of council meeting schedule (4-0-1)
- Approved draft letters of support for Global Entry interviews at Fresno Yosemite International Airport (4-0-1)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, resolutions, and reports (4-0-1)
City Council
The City Council is reviewing a proposal to create a Master Plan Community Overlay District and annex approximately 304 acres of land. The body will also consider a tentative tract map for 1,174 residential lots and a planned development permit.
- Proposed rezoning and master plan for 310 acres bound by Leonard, Thompson, Gettysburg, and Ashlan Avenues
- Request for a master tentative tract map to create approximately 1,174 new residential lots
- Annexation of approximately 304 acres known as Home Place – Gettysburg Leonard Southeast Reorganization
- Street closure request for a CrossFit event on Pollasky Avenue on October 22, 2022
- Agreement with Innovative Development and Living Solutions of California for housing-related consulting
The City Council unanimously approved a series of items for the Home Place development, including a rezoning, a master tentative tract map creating approximately 1,174 residential lots, and a planned development permit. The council also approved annexation of about 304 acres for the project, which is bounded by Leonard, Thompson, Gettysburg, and Ashlan avenues. In other action, the council authorized the city manager to retain legal counsel and file a lawsuit in a closed-session item.
- Approved introduction of Ordinance 22-08 to establish a Master Plan Community overlay district and prezone properties for the Home Place Master Plan.
- Approved Resolution 22-107 for Master Tentative Tract Map TM 6364, creating approximately 1,174 new residential lots.
- Approved Resolution 22-108 for Planned Development Permit PDP 2022-002, setting development standards for the tract map.
- Approved Resolution 22-109 for annexation of approximately 304 acres known as Home Place — Gettysburg Leonard Southeast Reorganization.
- Approved consent calendar items including street closure for a CrossFit event, transportation funding claim, retiree medical plan renewal, housing consulting services agreement, park monument sign acceptance, and equipment purchases.
- Authorized city manager to retain legal counsel and file a lawsuit in closed session (one potential case).
City Council
The City Council is discussing the creation of a Historic Preservation Board and reviewing several residential subdivision requests. The body is also voting on municipal code amendments and various administrative agreements.
- Ord. 22-07 amending the quadrant intersection development fee
- Proposed 15-lot single-family subdivision at Armstrong and Gettysburg Avenues
- Proposed Master Plan Community for 310 acres bound by Leonard, Thompson, Gettysburg, and Ashlan Avenues
- Real property purchase agreement for 2791 Serena Avenue
- Bid award for CIP 17-21 Well 35 Drilling and Development
The council approved a 15-lot single-family subdivision on 4.45 acres at the southeast corner of Armstrong and Gettysburg Avenues, along with a planned development permit allowing deviations from standard zone district standards. Both items passed 4-0 with one abstention. The council also continued to September 19 a major rezoning and tentative tract map for the Home Place master plan covering approximately 310 acres.
- Approved 15-lot vesting tentative tract map at Armstrong and Gettysburg (4-0-0-1)
- Approved planned development permit for deviations from R-1-B standards at same site (4-0-0-1)
- Adopted 2021-2022 Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report for CDBG funds (5-0)
- Established ad hoc committee on historic preservation with 10 members appointed by council (4-0-0-1, mayor abstained)
- Approved ordinance amending quadrant intersection development fee (5-0)
- Approved resolution authorizing sale of mobile homes from CalHome program (5-0)
- Approved final map for Tract 6389 at Loyola and North De Wolf (Granville Homes) (5-0)
- Continued Home Place master plan items (rezoning, tentative tract map, annexation) to September 19 (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the elimination of proposed quadrant intersections at Herndon Avenue with Willow and Peach Avenues. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure bid awards and the adoption of the Fire Department Master Services Plan.
- Proposed elimination of quadrant intersections at Herndon Avenue with Willow and Peach Avenues
- Bid awards for Villa Avenue Reconstruction (Barstow to Shaw), Ashlan Avenue Street Improvements, and Villa Avenue Street Improvements
- Amendment to the Fire Department Budget for a $31,000 State Homeland Security Grant Program award
- Adoption of the Clovis Fire Department Master Services Plan
- Contract with Stantec Consulting Services, Inc. for Surface Water Treatment Plant planning
The Clovis City Council approved the consent calendar (excluding items 16 and 18 due to abstentions), eliminated proposed quadrant intersections on Herndon Avenue, introduced an ordinance amending the quadrant intersection development fee, adopted the Fire Department Master Services Plan, and approved executive salary amendments. All votes were unanimous except where noted.
- Approved consent calendar items 3-15, 17, 19 (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Villa Avenue Reconstruction (Barstow to Shaw) (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Villa Avenue Street Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Ashlan Avenue Street Improvements (4-0-0-1, Mouanoutoua abstained)
- Approved Res. 22-92 supporting Measure C Renewal Expenditure Plan (4-0-0-1, Whalen abstained)
- Approved Res. 22-93 eliminating quadrant intersections at Herndon/Willow and Herndon/Peach (unanimous)
- Approved introduction of Ord. 22-07 amending quadrant intersection development fee (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-94 adopting Fire Department Master Services Plan (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review a site plan for a new visitor center at the Clovis Botanical Garden and provide direction on the Measure C half-cent sales tax renewal. The body is also deciding on various infrastructure projects and administrative appointments.
- Proposed 2,500 square foot visitor center for the Botanical Garden at 945 N. Clovis Avenue
- Bid award for CIP 21-10 Fowler Avenue Street Improvements
- Final map and annexation of Tract 6166 at Highland and Gettysburg Avenues
- Amendment to Loma Vista Community Centers North and South Master Plan to remove Marengo Avenue
- Request from 500 Club Casino to oppose Proposition 26 regarding sports betting
The Clovis City Council approved several items, including a resolution supporting the Measure C renewal plan, appointed Sargeant Green to the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District board, and approved a site plan for a new visitor center at the Clovis Botanical Garden. The council also adopted an ordinance amending the Loma Vista Community Centers Master Plan and approved a motion to oppose Proposition 26.
- Approved consent calendar items including purchase of replacement computers and servers (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-83 amending FY 22-23 position allocation plan (unanimous)
- Approved bid award for Fowler Avenue Street Improvements (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-84 final map for Tract 6166 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-85 annexation of Tract 6166 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (unanimous)
- Approved appointment of Sargeant Green to FMFCD Board of Directors (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-86 site plan review for new visitor center at Clovis Botanical Garden (unanimous)
- Adopted Ordinance 22-06 amending Loma Vista Community Centers Master Plan (4-0-1, Whalen absent)
City Council
The City Council will review several employee memorandums of understanding and city position changes. The meeting also includes discussions on housing budget increases and a transient occupancy tax measure.
- Memorandums of Understanding for various employee associations
- Increase of $201,848 for Community Development Block Grant – Coronavirus funds
- Bid award for CIP 21-02 Loma Vista Village Green
- Transient Occupancy Tax increase measure submittal
- Assessment District 95-1 (Blackhorse Estates) property owner protest results
The Clovis City Council approved submitting an argument in support of a Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) increase from 10% to 12% for the November 8, 2022 municipal election. The council also approved multiple consent calendar items, including memorandums of understanding with employee associations, and conducted public hearings on CDBG-CV funding and an assessment district. All votes were 4-0-1 with Councilmember Whalen absent.
- Approved submitting argument in support of TOT increase measure (4-0-1)
- Approved Res. 22-79/22-80, increasing CDBG-CV funding by $201,848 (4-0-1)
- Approved Res. 22-81, confirming Blackhorse Estates assessments for FY 2022-23 (4-0-1)
- Approved introduction of Ord. 22-06, amending Loma Vista Master Plan (4-0-1)
- Approved consent calendar including 7 MOUs with employee associations (4-0-1)
- Approved bid award for Loma Vista Village Green project (consent)
- Approved final map Tract 6404 at Shaw and Highland Avenues (consent)
- Approved change of council meeting schedule (4-0-1)
City Council
The City Council is deciding on the conduct of the November 8, 2022, General Municipal Election and revisions to various Planning and Development Services fee schedules. The body is also considering several administrative contracts and personnel classification amendments.
- Ord. 22-05 to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax rate
- Contracts for Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Programs awarded to Habitat for Humanity Greater Fresno Area and Self-Help Enterprises
- Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with the Clovis Police Officers’ Association
- Purchase of a DJI-M30T drone for the Clovis Police Department
- Proposed revisions to the Master Development Fee Schedule and Planning Division Fee Schedule
The Clovis City Council approved a revised Master Development Fee Schedule, applying full implementation except for a 15% increase in sewer, water, and street fees, over objections from builders. The council also approved resolutions for the November 2022 election, plan check and inspection rates, and the 2022 Planning Division fee schedule. A request to amend the Loma Vista Community Centers Master Plan was continued to July 5, 2022.
- Approved Res. 22-62 revising Master Development Fee Schedule with 15% increase on sewer, water, streets (3-2)
- Approved Res. 22-63 amending plan check, inspection, encroachment permit, and CIP rates (5-0)
- Approved Res. 22-64 approving 2022 Planning Division Fee Schedule (5-0)
- Approved Res. 22-61 calling November 8, 2022 General Municipal Election for three council seats (5-0)
- Continued Loma Vista Master Plan amendment to July 5, 2022 (5-0)
- Adopted Ord. 22-05 increasing Transient Occupancy Tax rate (5-0)
- Approved contracts for Affordable Housing Rehabilitation Programs to Habitat for Humanity and Self-Help Enterprises
- Approved purchase of DJI-M30T drone for Police Department
City Council
The City Council will review and approve the 2022-2023 annual budget and the Five Year Capital Improvement Program. The body is also considering an ordinance to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax rate.
- 2022-2023 City of Clovis Annual Budget and Five Year Capital Improvement Program
- Proposed increase of the Transient Occupancy Tax rate (Ord. 22-___)
- Final Map Tract 6339 at northwest corner of North Locan Avenue and Teague Avenue
- Annexation of Tract 6339 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Closed session conference with labor negotiators including police, fire, and public works associations
The Clovis City Council unanimously approved the introduction of Ordinance 22-05, which increases the transient occupancy tax rate, and approved Resolution 22-54, the 2022-2023 Annual Budget, Five Year Capital Improvement Program, and information regarding the Clovis Successor Agency. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included the final map and annexation for Tract 6339 at North Locan and Teague Avenues. The meeting included a closed session on labor negotiations and adjourned at 9:35 p.m.
- Approved introduction of Ordinance 22-05 increasing transient occupancy tax rate (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-54, 2022-2023 Annual Budget and Five Year Capital Improvement Program (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, investment and treasurer reports (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-52, Final Map Tract 6339 at North Locan and Teague Avenues (consent)
- Approved Res. 22-53, annexation of Tract 6339 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (consent)
City Council
The City Council will consider a ballot measure to increase the Transient Occupancy Tax by two percent. Other items include land annexations, landscape maintenance assessments, and several planning and utility contracts.
- Proposed 2% increase to the City’s Transient Occupancy Tax (Hotel Tax)
- Final Map Tract 6277 at North Locan Avenue and Teague Avenue
- CIP 21-23 Bus Bay at the Department of Social Services
- CIP 20-05 Video Vehicle Detection Replacement bid award
- CIP 22-03 Dry Creek Playground Resurfacing contract award
The City Council approved a resolution placing a 2% transient occupancy tax increase on the November 8, 2022 ballot, with a 4-1 vote (Ashbeck dissenting). The council also approved annexations to a police/fire services district, confirmed a landscape maintenance assessment, and directed staff to establish a historical preservation advisory board. Consent calendar items were approved, with one abstention on a playground resurfacing contract.
- Approved ballot measure for 2% hotel tax increase (4-1)
- Approved annexation of four tracts to Community Facilities District No. 2004-1 (unanimous)
- Confirmed 2022-23 assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (unanimous)
- Directed staff to establish a historical preservation advisory board
- Approved consent calendar items, including minutes, bus bay acceptance, video detection bid, final map, and annexation (unanimous)
- Approved Dry Creek Playground Resurfacing contract (4-0-0-1, Bessinger abstaining)
- Approved letter opposing Assembly Bill 2550 (unanimous)
- Approved letter opposing Assembly Bill 2011 (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will review the 2022-23 annual budget and capital improvement program. The agenda includes several administrative approvals regarding affordable housing guidelines, campaign filing updates, and a general plan amendment.
- Ordinance 22-04: Electronic filing for campaign statements and economic interests
- Resolution to approve Owner-Occupied Home Rehabilitation and First Time Homebuyer loan guidelines
- General Plan amendment for 2.51 acres on N. Clovis Avenue from Industrial to Office classification
- Public hearing regarding an assessment increase in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Review of the 2022-23 City of Clovis Annual Budget and Five-year Capital Improvement Program
The Clovis City Council approved the 2022-23 Annual Budget, Five-Year Capital Improvement Program, and related information, along with several other items including a general plan amendment, an assessment increase for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, and the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funds. All votes were unanimous. The council also continued a site plan review for a visitor center at the Botanical Garden to a future date.
- Approved 2022-23 Annual Budget and Five-Year Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
- Approved General Plan amendment redesignating 2.51 acres from Industrial to Office (5-0)
- Approved assessment increase in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (5-0)
- Adopted 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for CDBG funds (5-0)
- Adopted Ord. 22-04 on electronic filing of campaign statements (5-0)
- Approved Res. 22-40 for affordable housing loan program guidelines (5-0)
- Approved Res. 22-41 supporting Fresno County homelessness priorities (5-0)
- Continued Botanical Garden visitor center site plan review to future date (5-0)
City Council
The City Council will hold a workshop to consider recommendations from the Citizens Advisory Committee regarding police staffing and funding. The body will also vote on several consent items and hold public hearings on grant funds and electronic filing.
- Workshop on Police Department staffing and funding recommendations
- Bid award for Nees Avenue Widening (CIP 21-12)
- Police Department budget amendment for $228,140 CalRecycle grant
- Proposed ordinance for electronic filing of campaign statements and Form 700
- Public hearing for 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan for Community Development Block Grant Funds
The City Council reached consensus to pursue a general tax increase for the Transient Occupancy Tax, raising it from 10% to 12%, for the November 2022 ballot. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a bid award for the Nees Avenue widening project, and introduced an ordinance for electronic filing of campaign statements. A public hearing on the 2022-2023 Annual Action Plan was continued to May 16, 2022.
- Consensus to pursue 2% Transient Occupancy Tax increase for Nov. 2022 ballot
- Approved consent calendar including Nees Avenue widening bid award
- Approved Resolution 22-38 for Proposition 218 proceeding and public hearing for Benefit Assessment District No. 95-1
- Approved Resolution 22-39 amending Police Department budget for $228,140 CalRecycle grant
- Waived formal bidding to purchase aerial truck from Altec Industries via Sourcewell contract
- Introduced Ordinance 22-04 for electronic filing of campaign statements (unanimous)
- Continued CDBG Annual Action Plan to May 16, 2022
City Council
The City Council will consider several administrative actions including a new military equipment use policy. The agenda also includes discussions on street improvements, police department budget amendments, and potential General Plan amendments for the Eastern Village area.
- Adoption of Military Equipment Use Policy (Ord. 22-03)
- Bid award for Barstow Avenue street improvements
- Police Department tobacco grant award of $97,640
- Police Department Edward Byrne Memorial JAG Program award of $17,709
- Resolution to amend the General Plan and Loma Vista Specific Plan regarding Eastern Village
The Clovis City Council denied a resolution to initiate a General Plan and Loma Vista Specific Plan amendment for the Eastern Village area, voting 2-1-2. It also approved a consultant agreement with De Novo Planning Group for the 2014 General Plan review, and approved several consent calendar items including a military equipment use policy and budget amendments.
- Denied resolution to amend General Plan and Loma Vista Specific Plan for Eastern Village (2-1-2)
- Approved consultant agreement with De Novo Planning Group for General Plan review (3-0-2)
- Adopted Ord. 22-03 Military Equipment Use Policy (5-0)
- Approved bid award for Barstow Avenue Street Improvements (consent)
- Approved Res. 22-35 amending police budget for $97,640 tobacco grant (consent)
- Approved Res. 22-36 amending police budget for $17,709 JAG grant (consent)
- Approved minutes from April 18, 2022 meeting (consent)
- Consensus to pursue historical preservation committee for 325 Pollasky Avenue
City Council
The City Council will consider a new military equipment use policy for the Clovis Police Department. Additionally, the council is reviewing an ordinance to increase City Councilmember salaries following the November 2022 election.
- Proclamation of April 24, 2022 as Armenian Genocide Remembrance Day
- Resolution to annex territory (Annexation #73) to Community Facilities District 2004-1
- Amendment to FY 21-22 Position Allocation Plan to add one Engineering Inspector position
- Introduction of ordinance for a Military Equipment Use Policy pursuant to Assembly Bill 481
- Adoption of Ordinance 22-02 to amend City Councilmember salaries
The Clovis City Council approved the introduction of Ordinance 22-03, adopting a military equipment use policy per Assembly Bill 481, allowing the police department to continue using existing equipment. The council also adopted Ordinance 22-02, increasing councilmember salaries effective after the November 2022 election, with a 4-1 vote (Mouanoutoua no, Whalen absent). Other actions included appointments to the Personnel and Planning Commissions, approval of the consent calendar (including annexation resolution and a position allocation amendment), and receiving the 2021 Fire Department Annual Report.
- Approved introduction of military equipment use policy (Ordinance 22-03) (unanimous)
- Adopted council salary increase (Ordinance 22-02) (4-1, Mouanoutoua no, Whalen absent)
- Approved appointments to Personnel and Planning Commissions (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including annexation resolution and position allocation amendment (unanimous)
- Received and filed 2021 Fire Department Annual Report
City Council
The Clovis City Council will consider an ordinance to increase City Councilmember salaries following the November 2022 election. The Council will also review a request to amend a development agreement for the Magnolia Crossing supportive senior housing project.
- Selection of roofing contractor for Building A at the Corporation Yard
- Ordinance to increase City Councilmember salaries effective after November 2022 election
- $75,000 in additional grant funding for Magnolia Crossing senior housing development
- Two additional affordable housing units for Magnolia Crossing
The Clovis City Council approved a 4% salary increase for councilmembers, effective after the November 2022 election, with one no vote. They also approved $75,000 in additional grant funding for the Magnolia Crossing supportive senior housing project, with the mayor recusing himself due to a property interest. Consent calendar items, including a roofing contract, were approved 4-0-1.
- Approved 4% council salary increase effective after Nov 2022 election (3-1-1)
- Approved $75,000 additional grant for Magnolia Crossing senior housing (3-0-1-1)
- Approved roofing contractor for Corporation Yard Building A (4-0-1)
- Approved April 4, 2022 meeting minutes (4-0-1)
City Council
The City Council and Citizens’ Advisory Committee are meeting to review committee results. The session also includes the approval of minutes from the March 23, 2022, meeting.
- Approval of March 23, 2022, Citizens’ Advisory Committee meeting minutes
- Presentation of Citizens’ Advisory Committee Results by Chris Casado and Greg Newman
The Citizens' Advisory Committee and City Council held a joint meeting. The committee approved its March 23, 2022 minutes (17-0-7). The CAC presented its results, and Mayor Flores announced that the findings would be discussed at the May 2, 2022 City Council meeting. No other substantive decisions were made.
- Approved March 23, 2022 CAC minutes (17-0-7)
City Council
The Clovis City Council and Planning Commission are meeting to review several administrative and development items. The body will consider bid awards for streetscape and road projects, a general plan amendment, and a land annexation.
- General plan amendment from Industrial to Office for a 2.51 acre parcel on Clovis Avenue north of Freeway 168
- Bid award for CIP 22-01, Rubberized Cape Seal 2022
- Bid award for CIP 17-06 Old Town Clovis Streetscape 2021
- Annexation of Proposed Tract 6349 at Locan Avenue and Shaw Avenue to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Selection of contractor to repair water damage at the Public Safety Facility
The Clovis City Council approved the consent calendar (items 1-10) with a 4-0-1 vote, including contracts for road work and a general plan amendment initiation. It also approved the final map for Tract 6349 and its annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (items 11-12) with a 3-0-1-1 vote, with Mayor Fiores abstaining due to a conflict of interest. No public comments were made, and the meeting adjourned to a joint session with the Planning Commission.
- Approved consent calendar items 1-10 (4-0-1)
- Approved Res. 22-29 for LCTOP certificates and project submittal
- Approved contractor selection for Public Safety Facility water damage repair
- Approved bid award for CIP 22-01 Rubberized Cape Seal 2022
- Approved Res. 22-30 to initiate general plan amendment from Industrial to Office for 2.51-acre parcel
- Approved bid award for CIP 17-06 Old Town Clovis Streetscape 2021
- Approved Res. 22-31 Final Map Tract 6349 (3-0-1-1, Mayor abstaining)
- Approved Res. 22-32 Annexation of Tract 6349 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (3-0-1-1, Mayor abstaining)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the adoption of the City of Clovis Local Road Safety Plan. The body will also review housing progress reports and various land development maps.
- Public hearing to adopt the City of Clovis Local Road Safety Plan
- Final Map Tract 6023 at Ashlan Avenue and Highland Avenue (Lennar Homes)
- Final Acceptance for Final Map for Tract 6260 at Shaw Avenue and Locan Avenue
- Contract award to Carbon Activated for Granular Activated Carbon at Well 28
- Assessment for nuisance abatement costs at 30 West Shaw Avenue
The Clovis City Council approved a consent calendar including a final map for Tract 6023, annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1, and a contract for granular activated carbon replacement. The council also approved the Local Road Safety Plan, a nuisance abatement assessment for 30 West Shaw Avenue, the 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report, and an update to the Regional Housing Needs Overlay District map. All votes were unanimous. The council received and filed an update on Landmark Square, noting the County of Fresno is awaiting transfer of a clean property site for the library.
- Approved consent calendar including final map Tract 6023 (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-24, intention to levy Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 assessments (unanimous)
- Approved contract to Carbon Activated for GAC replacement at Well 28.1 (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-25, Local Road Safety Plan (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-26, nuisance abatement assessment for 30 West Shaw Avenue (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-27, 2021 General Plan Annual Progress Report (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-28, RHN Overlay District map update (unanimous)
- Received and filed Landmark Square update (no vote)
City Council
The City Council will consider an ordinance regarding organic waste disposal reduction and a resolution to repeal several emergency services director orders. The body is also reviewing contracts for bike lanes and landfill feasibility studies.
- Ord. 22-01: Adding Chapter 6.3.2 of the City Municipal Code Regarding Organic Waste Disposal Reduction
- Bid award for CIP 17-28, Sunnyside Avenue Bike Lane
- Engineering Consulting Services Contract for a Clovis Landfill feasibility study regarding Rule 4311 (Flares)
- Res. 22-___: Repealing Emergency Services Director Orders 2020-03, 2020-06, 2020-08, 2020-08A, 2020-13, 2020-16, 2021-01, and 2021-02
- Closed session regarding sale/exchange terms for property at 765 Third Street, Clovis, CA 93612 with the County of Fresno
The Clovis City Council voted 4-0-1 to approve Resolution 22-21, terminating the declared local COVID-19 emergency and repealing all related emergency orders, with modifications. The council also approved the consent calendar, including adoption of an organic waste disposal ordinance and several contracts. No public comments were made, and the meeting included closed session discussions on labor negotiations and property sale terms.
- Approved Resolution 22-21 terminating local COVID-19 emergency and repealing emergency orders (4-0-1, Ashbeck absent)
- Adopted Ordinance 22-01 on organic waste disposal reduction (5-0)
- Approved Resolution 22-20 amending position allocation plan (consent calendar)
- Approved bid award for Sunnyside Avenue Bike Lane project (consent calendar)
- Awarded engineering consulting contract for landfill flare compliance study (consent calendar)
- Approved minutes from March 7, 2022 meeting (consent calendar)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing to discuss a new ordinance for mandatory organics waste disposal reduction. The body will also review a five-year financial forecast through fiscal year 2026-27 and discuss 2022-23 budget preparation.
- Proposed Ordinance 22-___ regarding mandatory organics waste disposal reduction
- Security systems installation and service contract at Landmark Square Buildings with Sonitrol of Fresno
- Final Map Tract 6284 and annexation to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 at North Sunnyside Avenue and Teague Avenue
- Reduction of performance and payment securities for Tract 5789A at Peach Avenue and West Stuart Avenue
- Annual levy of assessments for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
The Clovis City Council approved the introduction of Ordinance 22-01, adding Chapter 6.3.2 to the municipal code for mandatory organics waste disposal reduction. The council also approved the consent calendar, including contracts, resolutions, and land map approvals. A five-year financial forecast was received and filed, and the council entered closed session for anticipated litigation.
- Approved introduction of Ordinance 22-01 on mandatory organics waste reduction (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar including minutes, security contract, and resolutions (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-16 amending management benefits for fire personnel
- Approved Resolution 22-17 final map for Tract 6284 at North Sunnyside and Teague Avenues
- Approved Resolution 22-18 annexation of Tract 6284 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Approved reduction of performance and payment securities for Tract 5789A at Peach and West Stuart Avenues
- Approved Resolution 22-19 initiating annual levy for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Received and filed 2022 five-year financial forecast through fiscal year 2026-27
City Council
The City Council will review a right-of-way use agreement for the Master Clovis Trails and a potential assessment increase for Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. The meeting also includes routine approvals for street closures and a new landfill supervisor salary range.
- Landfill Supervisor salary range of $7,875 to $9,572 per month
- Bid award for site improvements at 79 N. Sunnyside Avenue
- Street closure requests for Dry Creek Industrial Park and Old Town Glorious Junk Days
- Master Clovis Trails and Right-of-Way Use Agreement with Fresno Irrigation District
- Proposed assessment increase election in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
The Clovis City Council approved the Master Clovis Trails and Right-of-Way Use Agreement and the Memorandum of Interpretation between the City and the Fresno Irrigation District, despite public concerns about liability, privacy, and traffic on canal banks. The council also approved an assessment increase election in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1. All consent calendar items were approved, including a bid award for site improvements at 79 N. Sunnyside Avenue and a resolution to comply with SB 1383 regulations.
- Approved the Master Clovis Trails and Right-of-Way Use Agreement and the Memorandum of Interpretation with the Fresno Irrigation District
- Approved an assessment increase election in Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
- Approved the consent calendar, including minutes from February 7, 2022, and street closure requests for special events
- Approved Resolution 22-14, adopting the Landfill Supervisor Classification and salary range of $7,875 to $9,572 per month
- Approved the bid award for SPR 1987-048A, 79 N. Sunnyside Avenue Site Improvements, and authorized the City Manager to execute the contract
- Approved Resolution 22-15, authorizing staff to submit a Notice of Intent to CalRecycle to comply with SB 1383 regulations
- Received and filed the Economic Development Corporation Serving Fresno County Quarterly Report for October-December 2021
- Held a closed session for anticipated litigation, with no reportable action
City Council
The City Council will discuss a change to the council meeting schedule. Other business includes approving a bid for a landfill turn lane and authorizing grant applications for recycling recovery.
- Bid award for CIP 15-13, Landfill Left Turn Lane at 15679 Auberry Road
- Authorization to apply for CalRecycle grants and payment funds
- Approval of a full-time Police Officer placement at Step 5 of the salary range
- Claim rejection of a general liability claim for Victor Ray Vidrio, Jr.
- Proclamation recognizing February as Teen Dating Violence Awareness Month
The Clovis City Council approved the consent calendar, including minutes, a claim rejection, a police officer placement, a bid award for a landfill left turn lane, and a CalRecycle grant application. The council also unanimously approved changing the council meeting schedule. No substantive policy decisions were made beyond routine administrative items.
- Approved consent calendar items (unanimous)
- Approved minutes from January 18, 2022 meeting
- Received and filed B.O.O.T. Second Quarter Report
- Approved claim rejection for Victor Ray Vidrio Jr.
- Authorized police officer placement at Step 5 with incentives
- Awarded bid for CIP 15-13 Landfill Left Turn Lane at 15679 Auberry Road
- Approved Res. 22-13 for CalRecycle grant application
- Approved change of council meeting schedule (unanimous)
City Council
The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the annexation of territory to Community Facilities District No. 2004-1. The body is also deciding on several infrastructure contracts and budget amendments for transit and street projects.
- Annexation of territory (Annexation #72, T6349 - NEC Shaw/Locan & T6377 SEC Shaw/Leonard) for police and fire services
- Purchase of three Ram Promaster Minibuses via CalACT Competitive Bid Award
- Bid award to Avison Construction, Inc. for Shaw Avenue Widening – Phase 1 from Leonard to McCall Avenues
- Termination of pedestrian bridge design contract with Biggs Cardosa Associates, Inc. for SR 168 / Enterprise Canal project
- Amendments to the Fresno Metropolitan Flood Control District Schedule of Drainage Costs and Fees for 2022-2023
The Clovis City Council approved the 2022 street closure requests and Resolution 22-06, declaring certain events as Old Town special events with precise boundaries, after hearing concerns from business owners and residents. The council also approved consent calendar items, including transit budget amendments and a bid award for Shaw Avenue widening, and continued the pedestrian bridge design contract with Biggs Cardosa Associates. Mayor Flores abstained from voting on annexation items due to a conflict of interest.
- Approved 2022 street closure requests and Resolution 22-06 for Old Town special events (unanimous)
- Approved consent calendar items except Item 3 (unanimous)
- Approved Resolution 22-07 for purchase of three Ram Promaster minibuses (consent)
- Approved Resolution 22-08 for Permit Technician classification amendment (consent)
- Approved Resolution 22-09 for Shaw Avenue Widening Phase 1 bid award to Avison Construction (consent)
- Approved Resolution 22-10 for FMFCD drainage costs and fees (consent)
- Approved Resolution 22-11 for annexation to CFD No. 2004-1 (4-0-0-1, Mayor Flores abstaining)
- Approved Resolution 22-12 for special landowner election results (4-0-0-1, Mayor Flores abstaining)
City Council
The City Council will discuss appointing a Citizens’ Advisory Committee to evaluate Police Department funding, staffing, and operations. The body is also considering participation in a multi-jurisdictional housing element effort and several infrastructure bid awards.
- Appointment of a Citizens’ Advisory Committee for Police Department funding and operations
- Consideration of partial participation in a Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element Effort
- Bid awards for CIP projects: Bus Bay at Department of Social Services, Sierra Meadows Monument Sign, and Sewer Replacement
- Bid award for CIP 21-06 Modular Training Facility
- Annexation of Proposed Tract 6348 at West Nees and North Timmy Avenues to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1
The Clovis City Council approved the creation of a Citizens' Advisory Committee to evaluate police funding, operations, and staffing, with guidelines, in a 4-1 vote. The council also decided not to participate in a multi-jurisdictional housing element effort, directing staff to continue with an independent Housing Element. All consent calendar items were approved, including a final map and annexation for Tract 6348, with Councilmember Whalen abstaining due to a conflict of interest.
- Approved Citizens' Advisory Committee to evaluate police funding, operations, staffing (4-1)
- Declined to participate in multi-jurisdictional housing element; directed staff to pursue independent Housing Element
- Approved consent calendar items 4-12 (unanimous)
- Approved Res. 22-03, Final Map Tract 6348 at West Nees and North Timmy Avenues (4-0-0-1, Whalen abstained)
- Approved Res. 22-04, Annexation of Tract 6348 to Landscape Maintenance District No. 1 (4-0-0-1, Whalen abstained)
- Approved minutes from Dec 6 and Dec 13, 2021 meetings
- Approved Res. 22-01, amending position allocation plan (add Management Analyst, delete Housing Program Coordinator)
- Approved bid awards for multiple CIP projects (bus bay, monument sign, sewer replacement, modular training facility, traffic signal modifications)