Dinuba public meetings in 2021

City Council

The Council held a work session to seek direction on an expenditure plan for American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funds. This includes potential funding for infrastructure, public health, and economic support. The agenda also included a public hearing regarding noise regulation amendments.

• $2,210,000 contract to Clark Bros. for Wastewater Treatment Plant Improvements
• $68,785 agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a Utility Rate Study
• $14,880 agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a User Fee Study
• Public hearing on amendments to noise regulations in the Municipal Code
• Authorization to participate in National Prescription Opioid Litigation Settlement Funds

City Council

The City Council will consider using $635,000 in Measure R funds for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout construction. The agenda also includes a $1,000 sponsorship request for the annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner and recognition for retiring Police Officer Jaime Lopez.

• $635,000 in Measure R funds for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout construction
• $1,000 sponsorship request for the 14th Annual Thanksgiving Community Dinner
• Retirement recognition for Police Officer Jaime Lopez

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, which included a $1,000 sponsorship for the Thanksgiving Community Dinner and Resolution 2021-53 authorizing $635,000 in Measure R funds for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue roundabout project. The council also approved the warrant register and a proclamation honoring Dylan Lee. No items were removed from the consent calendar for separate discussion.

• Approved consent calendar including $1,000 Thanksgiving dinner sponsorship (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-53 for $635,000 Measure R funds for Alta/Nebraska roundabout (5-0)
• Approved warrant register for October 29, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved Proclamation 2021-06 honoring Dylan Lee (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider a one-year time extension for the Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map. This project involves residential lots on 19.2 acres near Englehart Avenue and Saginaw Way. The council will also review a $2,500 donation from the Police Department to the Sequoia Regional Cancer Center.

• One-year time extension for Castro Estates subdivision map
• $2,500 Pink Patch Project donation to Sequoia Regional Cancer Center
• Cancellation of November 23 and December 21 City Council meetings
• Approval of October 12, 2021, meeting minutes

The Dinuba City Council approved a one-year time extension for the Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map, allowing the 77-lot residential project to proceed with a revised plan reducing lots to 74. The council also approved the consent calendar, including the October 12 meeting minutes and cancellation of the November 23 and December 21 meetings, and approved the warrant register for October 15 and 22. All votes were unanimous among the three members present, with two members absent.

• Approved Resolution 2021-52 granting one-year extension for Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map (3-0)
• Approved consent calendar including October 12 meeting minutes and cancellation of Nov 23 and Dec 21 meetings (3-0)
• Approved warrant register for October 15 and 22, 2021 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider adopting Ordinance No. 2021-04 to incorporate new landscape design guidelines into the municipal code. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding a $100,000 COPS grant and review a grant application for up to $3 million for the Ridge Creek trail.

• Adoption of Ordinance No. 2021-04 regarding landscape design guidelines
• Public hearing for a $100,000 COPS grant (Resolution No. 2021-49)
• Grant application for up to $3 million for the Ridge Creek Pedestrian and Bike Interpretive Trail
• Appointment of Robin Galvan as Animal Control Officer
• Industrial disability retirement resolution for Jaime Lopez

The Dinuba City Council adopted Ordinance No. 2021-04, adding Landscape Design Guidelines to the municipal code, and approved Resolution No. 2021-49 to spend $100,000 in COPS grant funds on a police officer position. The council also approved a resolution to apply for a $3 million state grant for a pedestrian and bike trail at Ridge Creek Golf Course. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Thusu absent.

• Adopted Ordinance 2021-04 adding Landscape Design Guidelines (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-49 authorizing $100,000 COPS grant for police officer (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-50 authorizing $3M grant application for Ridge Creek trail (4-0)
• Approved consent calendar including industrial disability retirement for Jaime Lopez (4-0)
• Approved warrant registers for Sept 24, Oct 1 & 8, 2021 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider approving a $1,559,247 grant and loan for the Sierra Village Apartment Project. The council will also discuss new state-mandated organic waste recycling requirements. Additionally, the meeting includes a review of a grant for a new ambulance.

• $1,559,247 grant and loan for Sierra Village Apartment Project Phase II
• $205,116.37 grant from Alta Healthcare District for a new ambulance
• New organic waste recycling requirements under Senate Bill 1383
• $1,000 sponsorship for the 6th Annual Golf Tournament
• Approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution to add the city to a $1,559,247 Infill Infrastructure Grant for Phase II of the Sierra Village Apartment Project and a $1,000 sponsorship for the UHC Foundation golf tournament. The council also approved the Local Roadway Safety Plan and accepted a $205,116.37 grant from the Alta Healthcare District to purchase a new ambulance. A liability claim filed by Maria Mejia against the city was denied in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar including $1,559,247 Infill Infrastructure Grant for Sierra Village Phase II (5-0)
• Approved $1,000 Silver sponsorship for UHC Foundation Golf Tournament (5-0)
• Approved Local Roadway Safety Plan prepared by TJKM (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-47 accepting $205,116.37 ambulance grant from Alta Healthcare District (5-0)
• Approved warrant register totaling $455,237.46 (5-0)
• Denied liability claim by Maria Mejia in closed session

City Council

The City Council will consider a $4,606,642.89 contract award for the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout Project. The agenda also includes a public hearing on new landscape design guidelines and time extensions for subdivision maps. Additionally, the council will receive a presentation regarding youth tobacco prevention.

• $4,606,642.89 contract award for Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout Project
• Public hearing for amending zoning ordinances to include landscape design guidelines
• One-year time extension for Castro Estates Tentative Subdivision Map
• Three-year professional services agreement with A&M Consulting Engineers
• Adoption of the updated Sanitary Sewer Master Plan

The City Council awarded the Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue Roundabout Project contract to Agee Construction Corporation for $4,606,642.89, authorizing the City Manager to execute the contract. The Council also approved the consent calendar, including extensions for the Castro Estates and Vineyard Estates subdivision maps, and introduced Ordinance No. 2021-04 to incorporate Landscape Design Guidelines into the zoning code. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Awarded $4,606,642.89 roundabout contract to Agee Construction (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Castro Estates and Vineyard Estates map extensions (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 2021-04 incorporating Landscape Design Guidelines (5-0)
• Approved K-9 adoption agreement for Officer Miguel Lopez (5-0)
• Approved Facility Use Agreement with Valley ROP (5-0)
• Approved Instructional Service Agreement with Fresno City College (5-0)
• Approved Hollywood Productions car show at Rose Ann Vuich Park, waived $412 fee (5-0)
• Approved Movie Night fundraiser co-sponsorship, waived $600 in fees (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider an annual agreement with the Dinuba Unified School District for a School Resource Officer. The agenda also includes co-sponsoring the annual Raisin Day Festival and receiving a legislative update on California's 2021 session.

• Annual agreement with Dinuba Unified School District for a School Resource Officer
• Co-sponsorship of the annual Raisin Day Festival at Rose Ann Vuich Park
• Contract with Classic Amusement, LLC for carnival rides
• Notice of completion for the Kern Street Storm Drain Improvements Project
• Approval of Final Parcel Map 2020-01

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including the School Resource Officer agreement, Nisei Farmers League support letters, and the Raisin Day Festival co-sponsorship, with the latter contingent on Traffic Safety Committee approval. They also approved the warrant register, accepted the Kern Street Storm Drain project as complete, and approved a carnival rides contract. In closed session, the council rejected two liability claims and took no action on pending litigation or the City Manager's evaluation.

• Approved consent items 5.1-5.3 and 5.5-5.7 (3-0, 2 absent)
• Approved Raisin Day co-sponsorship contingent on Traffic Safety Committee approval (3-0)
• Approved warrant register for July 16, 23, 30 and August 6, 2021 (3-0)
• Accepted Kern Street Storm Drain Improvements as complete (3-0)
• Approved one-year contract with Classic Amusement, LLC for carnival rides (3-0)
• Rejected liability claim by Joe and Janelle Montejano (closed session)
• Rejected liability claim by Gilbert Requejo (closed session)
• Took no action on pending litigation and City Manager evaluation (closed session)

City Council

The City Council will consider new management procedures for all capital construction contracts. The agenda also includes accepting easements for the Euclid Avenue Street Improvements Project and reviewing budget adjustments. Additionally, the council will address various labor agreements and a mosquito control funding measure.

• Approval of Construction Contract Management Procedures
• Easement acquisition for the Euclid Avenue Street Improvements Project
• Lease agreement modification for the Dinuba Vocational Center
• Support for Delta Mosquito and Vector Control District funding measure
• Adoption of the Fiscal Year 2021-22 salary schedule

The City Council approved new three-year Memoranda of Understanding with the Dinuba Police Officers' Association and Dinuba Employees' Association, including 3% cost-of-living adjustments and $2,500 lump sums effective July 1, 2021, followed by 2% increases in 2022 and 2023. The Council also approved a Side Letter of Agreement amending the Firefighters' Association MOU with the same salary provisions, and adopted resolutions approving benefit guidelines for administrative, professional, and confidential employees and the FY 2021-22 salary schedule.

• Approved Resolution No. 2021-36 approving the MOU with the Dinuba Police Officers' Association (3-year term, 3% COLA + $2,500 lump sum, then 2% COLA in 2022 and 2023).
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-35 approving the MOU with the Dinuba Employees' Association (3-year term, 3% COLA + $2,500 lump sum, then 2% COLA in 2022 and 2023).
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-38 approving the Side Letter of Agreement amending the Firefighters' Association MOU (3% COLA + $2,500 lump sum, then 2% COLA in 2022 and 2023).
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-37 approving updated Benefit Guidelines for Administrative, Professional, and Confidential employees.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-39 approving the FY 2021-22 Salary Schedule.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-34 approving budget amendments for FY 2020-21.
• Approved Resolution No. 2021-24 accepting right-of-way dedications for the Euclid Avenue Street Improvements Project.
• Approved the addendum to the lease agreement with Dinuba Unified School District for the Dinuba Vocational Center, moving the purchase option date to July 1, 2021.

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will consider awarding a professional services agreement to RRM Design Group for a Focused General Plan Update. The agenda also includes appointing a 2020 Census Advisory Committee and authorizing a memorandum of understanding with the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency.

• $310,000 agreement with RRM Design Group for Focused General Plan Update
• Appointment of the 2020 Census Advisory Committee
• MOU between Dinuba and Tulare County Regional Transit Agency
• Swearing-in of Reserve Police Officers Ruben Hernandez and Mariano Sanchez Ramirez
• Proclamation for National Parks and Recreation Month

The City Council awarded a professional services agreement to RRM Design Group for a Focused General Plan Update in the amount of $310,000 and authorized the City Manager to execute the agreement. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included a proclamation for National Parks and Recreation Month, the appointment of a 2020 Census Advisory Committee, and meeting minutes. The warrant register for June 11 and 18, 2021, was approved. No action was reported from the closed session on labor negotiations.

• Approved a $310,000 professional services agreement with RRM Design Group for a Focused General Plan Update
• Approved the consent calendar, including Proclamation No. 2021-03 for National Parks and Recreation Month
• Appointed a Citizens Advisory Committee for the 2020 Census redistricting process
• Approved the City Council meeting minutes of June 8, 2021
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-33 authorizing a Memorandum of Understanding with the Tulare County Regional Transit Agency
• Approved the warrant register for June 11 and 18, 2021
• Reported no action from the closed session on labor negotiations

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the Fiscal Year 2021/22 operating budget and capital improvement program. The council is also scheduled to review annual assessments for landscape and lighting districts. Additionally, members will consider appointing a committee for the 2020 Census redistricting process.

• Adoption of FY 2021/22 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• Annual assessments for Landscape and Lighting districts
• $2,000 sponsorship request for Freedom Fest
• Appointment of the 2020 Census Advisory Committee
• Adoption of new Landscape Design Guidelines

The council adopted the FY 2021/22 operating budget and capital improvement program, along with the GANN appropriations limit, after a public hearing with no comments. It also approved the annual landscape and lighting district assessments, the warrant register, and the consent calendar, which included a $2,000 sponsorship for the Freedom Fest event. The council appointed the Planning Commission as the 2020 Census Advisory Committee and adopted new Landscape Design Guidelines.

• Adopted Resolution 2021-30 approving FY 2021/22 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-31 establishing FY 2021/22 GANN Appropriations Limit (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-28 ordering landscape and lighting district assessments for FY 2021/22 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-29 approving compliance certification and hold harmless statement (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $2,000 sponsorship for Freedom Fest (5-0)
• Approved warrant register for May 28 and June 4, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-32 approving Landscape Design Guidelines (5-0)
• Appointed Planning Commission as 2020 Census Advisory Committee

City Council

The City Council will review the preliminary budget projections for the 2021/22 fiscal year. The agenda also includes an easement acquisition for a roundabout at Alta and Nebraska Avenues and an extension of a moratorium on new massage businesses.

• Easement acquisition for the Alta/Nebraska Avenue Roundabout
• Notice of completion for the Dinuba Police Department Parking Lot Expansion Project
• Extension of the Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program to April 30, 2032
• Urgency Ordinance to extend the moratorium on new massage businesses
• Amendment to the Woodside Homes Phase III & IV Subdivision Development Agreement

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including resolutions for a street easement, a notice of completion for a police parking lot, and an extension of the abandoned vehicle abatement program. The council also introduced and adopted an urgency ordinance extending a temporary moratorium on new massage businesses for 10 months and 15 days. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2021-17 for street easement (5-0)
• Accepted Notice of Completion for Police Department Parking Lot Expansion (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-23 extending Abandoned Vehicle Abatement Program to 2032 (5-0)
• Authorized Amendment 1 to Woodside Homes Phase III & IV Development Agreement (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2021-02 amending Business License regulations (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-25 granting one-year extension for Buratovich Estates map (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-26 authorizing investment fund changes (5-0)
• Extended moratorium on new massage businesses for 10 months 15 days (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the preliminary budget for fiscal year 2021/22 to provide direction before its final adoption in June. The agenda includes a public hearing on amending business license regulations and a resolution regarding the Well No. 21 Project. The council will also consider a contract extension for engineering services and a transportation fund exchange.

• Presentation of preliminary FY 2021/22 budget
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 2021-02 regarding business licenses and regulations
• Resolution No. 2021-22 for the Well No. 21 Project mitigation program
• One-year contract extension for Yamabe & Horn Engineering, Inc.
• $294,566 transportation fund exchange via TCAG

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including a one-year contract extension for Yamabe & Horn Engineering, a resolution for RSTP fund exchange, and proclamations. They introduced Ordinance No. 2021-02 amending business license regulations and adopted Resolution No. 2021-22 for the Well No. 21 project. The council also received updates on the budget, census, and development, but took no action on the closed session item.

• Approved consent calendar including Yamabe & Horn contract extension, RSTP claim resolution, proclamations, minutes, and assessment resolutions (5-0)
• Approved warrant register for April 30 and May 7, 2021 (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 2021-02 amending business license regulations, scheduled second reading for May 25, 2021 (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-22 amending Mitigated Negative Declaration for Well No. 21 project (5-0)
• Directed staff to bring back council redistricting committee options at a later date

City Council

The Council will consider adopting a list of road maintenance and reconstruction projects for the 2021-22 fiscal year using state SB1 funds. The agenda also includes a review of the third quarter financial report and a proposed site plan for Dutch Bros. Additionally, the meeting features the retirement of a police officer and an oath of office for a fire captain.

• Proposed SB1 road projects including Alta Avenue and Nebraska Avenue reconstruction ($400,000)
• Proposed Tulare Avenue grind and overlay project ($650,000)
• Review of proposed Dutch Bros site plan
• Acceptance of the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 third quarter financial report
• Retirement of Police Officer Blanca Montejano

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including Resolution 2021-16 for the SB1 road repair project list, the Q3 financial report, and the April 13 meeting minutes. The warrant register for April 16 and 23 was also approved. The council scheduled a strategic goal-setting workshop for May 7, 2021, and reviewed a proposed Dutch Bros site plan. No public comments were made.

• Approved Resolution 2021-16 SB1 project list (4-0, Longoria absent)
• Accepted FY 2020-21 Q3 financial report (4-0)
• Approved April 13, 2021 meeting minutes (4-0)
• Approved warrant register for April 16 & 23, 2021 (4-0)
• Scheduled strategic goal-setting workshop for May 7, 2021 (unanimous)
• Reviewed Dutch Bros site plan; no formal action taken

City Council

The Council will hold a public hearing regarding updates to city fees, charges, and fines. The agenda also includes a temporary moratorium on new massage businesses and an update on COVID-19 vaccine outreach.

• Public hearing for annual adjustment to city fees, charges, and fines
• Urgency Ordinance for a temporary moratorium on new massage businesses
• $35,658.06 grant from Alta Healthcare District for COVID-19 vaccine outreach
• $20,000 agreement for pyrotechnics services for the July 3rd Independence Day Celebration
• Oath of office for Interim Fire Chief Jordan Webster and Battalion Chief Dustin Espino

The City Council unanimously approved an urgency ordinance imposing a 45-day moratorium on new massage businesses to allow time to draft regulations. The council also approved the consent calendar, including a K-9 adoption agreement and a lease extension, and adopted the annual fee schedule. A $20,000 contract for the July 3 fireworks show was approved, and the council agreed to resume live meetings.

• Adopted Urgency Ordinance No. 2021-01 imposing 45-day moratorium on new massage businesses (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including K-9 adoption agreement and VDA lease extension (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-14 updating fees, charges, and fines effective July 1, 2021 (5-0)
• Approved $20,000 contract with Pyrotechnic for July 3 fireworks show (5-0)
• Approved Amendment No. 4 to AECOM agreement extending contract three years
• Accepted $35,658.06 grant from Alta Healthcare District for COVID-19 vaccine outreach
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-15 for industrial disability retirement of Firefighter/Paramedic Kevin Sirr
• Approved agreement with County of Tulare for COVID-19 vaccine clinical staff

City Council

The City Council is considering a resolution to apply for $1.45 million in Community Development Block Grant funding for housing and neighborhood projects. The body will also discuss a roadway safety plan and a sponsorship for a local golf tournament.

• Resolution No. 2021-13 to apply for $1,450,000 in CDBG funding for housing rehabilitation, homebuyer assistance, and neighborhood projects
• $1,000 Silver level sponsorship for the 12th Annual Dinuba Chamber of Commerce Golf Tournament
• Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) update and potential appointment of stakeholder advisory group members
• Recognition of retiring Fire Chief Chad Thompson and Battalion Chief Sean Doyle
• Closed session regarding a liability claim by Joe and Janelle Montejano

City Council

The City Council will consider a $4.5 million grant application for the construction of Viscaya Neighborhood Park. The council will also hold a public hearing regarding potential programs for 2021 Community Development Block Grant funding. Other items include the disposal of surplus city equipment and an industrial disability retirement for a police officer.

• $4.5 million grant application for Viscaya Neighborhood Park
• Public hearing for 2021 CDBG funding programs
• Disposal of surplus vehicles and equipment
• Industrial disability retirement for Police Officer Blanca Montejano
• $800 sponsorship request for Hands in the Community golf tournament

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included authorizing a $4.5 million grant application for the Viscaya Neighborhood Park, approving the industrial disability retirement of Police Officer Blanca Montejano, and declaring surplus vehicles for auction. The Council also approved the 2021 CDBG funding application, which will focus on a planning study for the south side of town. The Council accepted the independent audit report for FY 2019-2020, which was a clean audit.

• Approved Resolution 2021-10 authorizing a $4.5 million grant application for the Viscaya Neighborhood Park.
• Approved Resolution 2021-09 placing Police Officer Blanca Montejano on industrial disability retirement.
• Approved Resolution 2021-11 declaring 21 surplus vehicles and equipment for disposal.
• Approved Resolution 2021-12 designating the City Manager as authorized representative for Well #21 grant funding.
• Approved an $800 sponsorship for the Hands in the Community golf tournament.
• Approved the 2021 CDBG grant application, including a planning study for the south side of town.
• Accepted the independent auditor's report for FY 2019-2020, which was a clean audit.
• Approved the warrant registers for February 26 and March 5, 2021.

City Council

The City Council will consider resolutions to oppose a Tulare County zone change and California Senate Bill 9 regarding single-family residential density. The Council will also review the mid-year budget report and amendments for fiscal year 2020-2021. Additionally, the agenda includes a COVID-19 update and an appointment to the Public Safety Commission.

• Resolution opposing Tulare County Zone Change (PZC 20-001 (Orozco))
• Resolution opposing California Senate Bill 9 density increases
• Fiscal Year 2020-2021 mid-year budget report and amendments
• Appointment of Felipe Martinez to the Public Safety Commission

The City Council accepted the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Mid-Year Budget Report and adopted Resolution No. 2021-06 approving budget amendments. The Council also adopted Resolution No. 2021-07 opposing a Tulare County zone change for a property at Rd. 74 and Nebraska Avenue, and Resolution No. 2021-08 opposing California Senate Bill 9. The Council approved the consent calendar, including the appointment of Felipe Martinez to the Public Safety Commission, and the warrant register for February 12 & 19, 2021.

• Approved the consent calendar, including the appointment of Felipe Martinez to the Public Safety Commission for a two-year term.
• Approved the warrant register for February 12 & 19, 2021.
• Accepted the Fiscal Year 2020-2021 Mid-Year Budget Report and adopted Resolution No. 2021-06 approving budget amendments.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-07 opposing a proposed Tulare County zone change for a property at Rd. 74 and Nebraska Avenue.
• Adopted Resolution No. 2021-08 opposing California Senate Bill 9, which would increase density in single-family residential zones.

City Council

The City Council will consider accepting notices of completion for the South College Avenue and SJVRR crossing improvements and the Autumn Gate Phase 2 subdivision. The Council will also consider authorizing a business assistance program for local businesses impacted by COVID-19.

• Completion of South College Avenue and SJVRR Crossing Improvements ($606,367.91)
• Completion of Autumn Gate Phase 2 Subdivision improvements
• Authorization to initiate a Business Assistance Program for COVID-19 impacts
• Application for CDBG-CV2 and CDBG-CV3 federal grant funding
• Review of rotational towing agreement fee adjustments

The City Council approved the consent calendar, which included accepting two public works projects as complete, approving the rotational towing fee increase, and adopting a resolution to apply for $452,380 in federal COVID-19 relief funds. The council also authorized staff to initiate a Business Assistance Program using $124,317 in earlier grant funds. A liability claim against the city was denied in closed session.

• Approved consent calendar including towing fee increase to $200/tow and $65/day storage (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-05 to apply for $452,380 in CDBG-CV2/CV3 funds (3-0)
• Authorized staff to initiate Business Assistance Program with $124,317 CDBG-CV1 funds (3-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-04 appointing Mary Fast as GSA representative and Mayor Launer as alternate (3-0)
• Accepted South College Avenue and SJVRR Crossing Improvements as complete (3-0)
• Accepted Autumn Gate Phase 2 Subdivision improvements as complete (3-0)
• Approved warrant registers for January 29 and February 5, 2021 (3-0)
• Denied liability claim by Eliana Naba in closed session

City Council

The City Council will consider a contract award for the North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project. The agenda also includes a request to increase grant funds for this project by $699,800. Additionally, the council will hold a public hearing regarding potential projects for federal coronavirus response funding.

• $3,613,169.50 contract award to Agee Construction Corporation for North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project
• $699,800 increase in CDBG grant funds for the North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project
• Easement acquisition for the Alta/Nebraska Avenue Roundabout and Nebraska Avenue Widening Project
• Adoption of the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan
• $500 sponsorship for the Dinuba Woman's Club fundraising event

The City Council awarded the North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements Project contract to Agee Construction Corporation for $3,613,169.50. The Council also adopted the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan, with an added goal to include pocket parks. A consent calendar was approved, which included a $500 sponsorship for the Dinuba Woman's Club and a resolution to request an additional $699,800 in CDBG grant funds for the infrastructure project.

• Awarded $3,613,169.50 contract to Agee Construction Corporation for North Dinuba Infrastructure Improvements (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-04 approving the 2020 Parks and Recreation Master Plan with pocket parks added to Plan goals (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including $500 sponsorship for Dinuba Woman's Club and Resolution 2021-03 requesting $699,800 additional CDBG funds (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2021-02 for right-of-way agreement with Arias family for $15,200 (5-0)
• Accepted Autumn Gate Phase 1 public improvements as complete (5-0)
• Approved agreement with Tulare County for clinical staff to administer COVID-19 vaccines (5-0)
• Approved warrant registers for January 15 & 22, 2021 (5-0)
• Held public hearing on CDBG-CV2 and CV3 funding application (5-0)

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will review the completion of the Well No. 21 Casing Hammer Test Well project. The council will also swear in three new police officers and approve guidelines for the CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program. A public hearing is scheduled regarding the FY 2019/20 Development Impact Fee Annual Report.

• Completion of Well No. 21 Casing Hammer Test Well project ($112,170)
• Oath of office for Police Officers Keri Babcock, Jacob Aguilar, and Thomas Leonard
• Approval of guidelines for the CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program
• Public hearing for the FY 2019/20 Development Impact Fee Annual Report
• Agreement with Health Management Associates for ambulance reimbursements

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including the CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program guidelines, which provide forgivable loans up to $35,000 for eligible small businesses. The council also accepted the Well No. 21 test well project as complete, approved an agreement for ambulance reimbursement consulting services, and appointed Victorio Rojas to the Public Safety Commission. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved CDBG CARES Business Assistance Program guidelines (5-0)
• Accepted Well No. 21 Casing Hammer Test Well as complete (5-0)
• Approved Health Management Associates agreement for ambulance reimbursements (5-0)
• Appointed Victorio Rojas to Public Safety Commission (5-0)
• Approved warrant registers totaling over $3 million (5-0)
• Filed FY 2019/20 Development Impact Fee Annual Report (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2021-01 amending Economic Development Incentives (5-0)
• Appointed Mayor Launer as alternate to air district committee (5-0)