Dinuba public meetings in 2024

City Council

The council will receive information and provide input on a proposed five-year, $141,389 police body-worn camera program. The consent calendar includes declaring two parcels as surplus land, adopting the second reading of a citywide zone-change ordinance, and approving the final ARPA budget amendment. Ceremonial items include ratifying election results and appointing a mayor and vice mayor.

• Work session on Axon Body 4 body-worn cameras; estimated $141,389 over five years
• Declaring 31.18 acres at 6766 Avenue 408 and 9.00 acres near Sierra Vista High School as surplus land (Resolutions 2024-77 and 2024-78)
• Second reading and adoption of ordinance to rezone over 110 parcels to match the General Plan (Ordinance 2024-04)
• Final budget amendment for American Rescue Plan Act funds (Resolution 2024-85)
• Accepting completion of Strand Theater demolition and filing Notice of Completion

The Dinuba City Council certified the November 5, 2024 election results, swore in Rachel Nerio-Guerrero (District 1) and Linda Launer (District 5), and unanimously appointed Nerio-Guerrero as Mayor and Benjamin Prado as Vice Mayor. The council also approved a 14-item consent calendar, including a communitywide zone change ordinance, surplus property declarations, and a rejected liability claim.

• Adopted Resolution 2024-84 ratifying election results (5-0)
• Appointed Rachel Nerio-Guerrero as Mayor (5-0)
• Appointed Benjamin Prado as Vice Mayor (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar including Ordinance 2024-04 zone change on 110+ parcels (5-0)
• Declared two city parcels surplus (Resolutions 2024-77, 2024-78)
• Reappointed commissioners to Public Safety and Planning Commissions (5-0)
• Rejected liability claim from Jaspreet Basraon (ARCO AM/PM)
• Approved warrant registers for November 15, 22 & December 6, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will consider cancelling its meetings scheduled for November 26 and December 24, 2024, due to the Thanksgiving and Christmas holidays. The body will also approve an encroachment agreement with the Alta Irrigation District for a water service crossing on Avenue 406.

• Cancellation of City Council meetings for November 26 and December 24, 2024
• Approval of Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for a 2" water service on Avenue 406
• Introduction of new Fire Department employees and promotions
• Approval of October 22, 2024 City Council meeting minutes
• Review of Warrant Register for October 25, November 1, 8, 2024

The Dinuba City Council voted 3-0 to cancel the November 26 and December 24, 2024 meetings for holidays, approve an encroachment agreement with Alta Irrigation District, and approve the October 22 minutes. The consent calendar and warrant register were approved as presented. No other substantive decisions were made.

• Cancelled City Council meetings on Nov 26 and Dec 24, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved encroachment agreement with Alta Irrigation District for water service on Avenue 406 (3-0)
• Approved City Council minutes of Oct 22, 2024 (3-0)
• Approved warrant register for Oct 25, Nov 1, 8, 2024 (3-0)

City Council

The City Council will hold a continued public hearing on communitywide zone changes and the amendment of the General Plan Land Use Map. The body is also deciding on several sponsorships, a real property purchase, and new equipment leases for the Ridge Creek Golf Course.

• Public hearing to change Case #20 from 'Public-Semi-Public' to 'Professional Office'
• Authorization to purchase real property at 990 East El Monte Way (APN: 018-011-006)
• Proposed $7,000 sponsorship for the Dinuba Chamber of Commerce Car Show, Chili Cook Off and Concert
• 48-month lease agreement with PNC Equipment Financing for 75 golf carts, 6 utility carts, and a greens mower
• Ordinance No. 2024-05 to set City Council compensation at $500 per month

The City Council voted unanimously to enter into contract negotiations with Pena's Disposal for discarded materials management services, following a work session where both finalists presented. The council also approved a $2,500 sponsorship for the Chamber of Commerce Car Show, adopted a council compensation ordinance at $500 per month, and advanced a communitywide zoning ordinance while removing two cases for future discussion.

• Entered into contract negotiations with Pena's Disposal for discarded materials management (5-0)
• Approved $2,500 sponsorship for Chamber of Commerce Car Show, Chili Cook Off and Concert (3-2)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-05 setting council compensation at $500/month (3-2)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-67 and introduced Ordinance No. 2024-04 for communitywide zone changes, excluding cases 5 and 17 (4-0, 1 abstention)
• Approved consent calendar items except 6.3 and 6.9 (5-0)
• Approved warrant register for October 11 & 18, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will consider a public hearing to introduce an ordinance setting council member compensation at $500 per month. The council will also vote on approving surplus land at 168 South L Street and a $500 sponsorship for a local ministry event.

• Public hearing to set City Council compensation at $500 per month
• Approval of surplus land exemption at 168 South L Street (APN 017-122-011)
• Sponsorship of $500 for Open Gate Ministries Generation of Love Event
• Approval of water and sewer service connections to 1052 N. Crawford Ave.
• Approval of September 24, 2024 City Council meeting minutes

The council voted 3-1 to introduce Ordinance No. 2024-05, raising council member compensation from $300 to $500 per month, consistent with state law (SB 329). A second reading and adoption are set for October 22, 2024. The consent calendar and warrant register were approved unanimously. No public comments were made during the hearing.

• Introduced Ordinance No. 2024-05 raising council pay to $500/month (3-1, Prado nay)
• Set second reading of Ordinance No. 2024-05 for October 22, 2024
• Approved consent calendar including Resolution 2024-79 (Surplus Land Act exemption) and Resolution 2024-75 (extraterritorial water/sewer connection) (4-0)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Open Gate Ministries Generation of Love Event (4-0)
• Approved warrant register for September 27 & October 4, 2024 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing a $3.6 million Community Development Block Grant application for the P Street Sewer Main Improvements Project and Sewer Master Plan Update, and a $4.0 million program supplement for the 2024 Corridor Improvements Project. The council also appointed Linda Launer to fill the District 5 seat in lieu of election and approved several sponsorships. All votes were unanimous (4-0) with Council Member Launer absent.

• Approved Resolution 2024-72 authorizing $3.6M CDBG application for P Street sewer project (4-0)
• Approved Resolution 2024-61 authorizing $4.0M program supplement for 2024 Corridor Improvements Project (4-0)
• Appointed Linda Launer to City Council District 5 seat in lieu of election (4-0)
• Approved $1,000 sponsorship for Kiwanis Multi-Cultural Event (4-0)
• Approved $500 sponsorship for Dinuba Woman's Club fundraising event (4-0)
• Approved co-sponsorship of Raisin Day Festival (4-0)
• Approved amended Conflict of Interest Code via Resolution 2024-73 (4-0)
• Approved warrant register for September 13 & 20, 2024 (4-0)

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will consider several routine items on a consent calendar, including a biosolids removal contract up to $70,000 and a five‑year extension of the City Manager's employment contract. They will also authorize the surplus and sale of the property at 168 S L St and adopt a resolution to participate in the Intergovernmental Transfer Program for EMS ambulance reimbursements. A public hearing will be held to adopt a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the 2024 Dinuba ATP Improvements Project, and another hearing will consider a resolution and ordinance to change zoning designations citywide. Additional items include approval of the warrant register, acceptance of a cash investment report, and appointment of a League of California Cities voting delegate.

• Award contract to Holloway Environmental Solutions for biosolids removal up to $70,000
• Approve 5‑year extension of the City Manager employment contract
• Authorize surplus and sale of real property at 168 S L St (APN 017-122-011)
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2024-71 for a Mitigated Negative Declaration of the 2024 Dinuba ATP Improvements Project
• Public hearing to adopt Resolution 2024-67 and Ordinance 2024-04 for communitywide zone changes

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including a $70,000 biosolids removal contract, a 5-year City Manager contract extension, and a resolution for the FY 2024-25 salary schedule. They also adopted a Mitigated Negative Declaration for the ATP improvements project and accepted the cash investment report. The communitywide zone changes were continued for modifications.

• Approved consent calendar including biosolids removal contract up to $70,000 (4-0)
• Approved 5-year City Manager employment contract extension (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-70 approving FY 2024-25 salary schedule (4-0)
• Authorized surplus and sale of property at 168 S L ST (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-68 for IGT program with DHCS (4-0)
• Approved warrant register for August 16-September 6, 2024 (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-71 for ATP improvements project (4-0)
• Continued communitywide zone changes for modifications

City Council

The City Council will hold public hearings regarding the continuance of a 0.75% public safety sales tax and the closing of two Community Development Block Grant programs. The body is also deciding on several professional service agreements and labor memorandums of understanding.

• Proposed continuance of the three quarters of one percent Public Safety Sales Tax
• Professional Services Agreement with 4 Creeks, Inc. for $269,895 for the Dinuba Flood Mitigation Project
• Purchase of a new Battalion Chief Command vehicle for $56,543
• Subaward Agreement with Tulare County for $40,000 to purchase 10 Kenwood radios
• Memorandums of Understanding with the Police Officers', Firefighters', and Employees' Associations

The Dinuba City Council approved the consent calendar, including contracts, agreements, and purchases, and approved the warrant register. It renewed the police department's military equipment policy and affirmed Ordinance 2022-05, accepted close-out reports for two COVID-19 grant programs, and adopted resolutions to continue the public safety sales tax, its financial plan, and a budget amendment for a Flock camera system. All votes were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved consent calendar including travel policy, flood mitigation contract ($269,895), police/fire/employee MOUs, command vehicle purchase ($56,543), and opioid settlement participation (5-0)
• Approved warrant register for July 12-August 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Renewed DPD Policy 705 – Military Equipment and affirmed Ordinance 2022-05 (5-0)
• Accepted close-out reports for CDBG Business Assistance and Subsistence Assistance programs (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-56 continuing the 0.75% public safety sales tax (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-57 approving the Public Safety Sales Tax Ten Year Financial Plan (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-58 approving budget amendment for Flock camera system (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will consider several financial and infrastructure items, including a $700,000 program supplement for El Monte Way corridor improvements. The meeting also includes discussions on future roundabout projects and an agreement with West Hills College for EMT and paramedic training.

• Resolution No. 2024-52: $700,000 for El Monte Way Corridor Improvements Project Phase 2
• Agreement between the City of Dinuba and West Hills College for EMT and paramedic field training
• Resolution No. 2024-55: Adjustments to the 2023/24 Budget
• Presentation on future roundabout projects eligible for grant funding
• Year-End Presentation by Tulare County Economic Development Commission

The Dinuba City Council approved a $700,000 Measure R fund supplement for Phase 2 of the El Monte Way Corridor Improvements Project, specifically for design and right-of-way acquisition at the El Monte and Perry intersection. The Council also designated the El Monte and Perry roundabout as the highest priority for future grant funding. Additionally, the Council authorized an agreement with West Hills College for EMT and paramedic field training and adopted budget adjustments for the 2023/24 fiscal year.

• Approved $700,000 Measure R supplement for El Monte Way Phase 2 design and ROW acquisition (4-0)
• Prioritized El Monte and Perry roundabout for grant funding (4-0)
• Authorized agreement with West Hills College for EMT/paramedic training (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-55 for 2023/24 budget adjustments (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for June 28 and July 5, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved minutes from June 25, 2024 meeting (4-0)

City Council

The City Council will review draft conceptual designs for a new Downtown Civic Square and City Hall. Additionally, staff will present several major street rehabilitation projects for priority and funding direction.

• Downtown Civic Square and City Hall Draft Conceptual Designs discussion
• City-Wide Street Improvements Project discussion including College Avenue ($1,200,000), El Monte Way ($1,700,000 & $870,000), Kamm Avenue ($1,100,000), and Crawford Avenue ($3,100,000 & $2,400,000)
• Legal Services Agreement with McCormick, Kabot & Lew
• Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for Kamm Avenue and Alta Avenue Roundabout
• Resolution No. 2024-54 adopting the Workplace Violence Prevention Plan

In a work session, the Dinuba City Council approved design one for a future Downtown Civic Square and City Hall, located next to the Transit Center at L Street and Fresno Street. The council also approved three city-wide street rehabilitation projects: College Ave from Uruapan (RR crossing) to Kamm Avenue, El Monte Way from Crawford Ave to Road 92, and Kamm Ave from Greene Ave to College Ave, to be funded by Measure R and local funds. In the regular session, the council approved the consent calendar (including a legal services agreement, minutes, an encroachment agreement, and a workplace violence prevention plan), approved the warrant register, and recommended canceling the July 23 and August 27, 2024 council meetings. All votes recorded were unanimous (5-0).

• Approved design one for Civic Square/City Hall, next to the Transit Center (5-0)
• Approved three street projects: College Ave, El Monte Way, and Kamm Ave (5-0)
• Approved consent calendar: legal services agreement, June 11 minutes, Alta Irrigation District encroachment agreement, Resolution No. 2024-54 Workplace Violence Prevention Plan (5-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for June 14 & 21, 2024 (5-0)
• Recommended canceling City Council meetings on July 23 and August 27, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the Fiscal Year 2024/25 operating budget and capital improvement program. Other items include an amended subdivision agreement for Montebella Phase 2 and a lease for an EV charging station.

• Amended Subdivision Agreement for Montebella Phase 2 consisting of 33 lots
• Extraterritorial water service connection for 8467 Avenue 406
• Lease agreement with Orbit Lanes for an EV charging station at L St. and Ventura St.
• FY 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program
• School Resource Officer Partnership Agreement with Dinuba Unified School District

The City Council approved the 2024/25 operating budget, capital improvement program, and GANN limits. Other actions included approving a lease for an EV charging station and a school resource officer partnership.

• Adopted FY 2024/25 Operating Budget and Capital Improvement Program (4-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-47 and 2024-48 regarding GANN limits (4-0)
• Approved annual levy for Landscape and Lighting Districts for FY 2024/25 (4-0)
• Approved Amended Subdivision Agreement for Montebella Phase 2 (4-0)
• Approved extraterritorial water service connection for 8467 Avenue 406 (4-0)
• Approved lease with Orbit Lanes for an EV charging station at L St and Ventura (4-0)
• Approved FY 2024-25 School Resource Officer partnership with Dinuba Unified School District (4-0)
• Selected Liz Wynn as transit representative to the Tulare County Association of Governments

City Council

The City Council will review preliminary enterprise funds and capital projects budgets for fiscal year 2024/25. The meeting includes discussions on a draft request for disposal services and various contract awards.

• Award of $67,000 contract to AP Triton for Fire Department Master Plan
• Authorization of $158,306 regional surface transportation fund exchange
• Pre-zoning of 18.6 acres for Empire Estates annexation/subdivision
• Award of $528,000 agreement to 4 Creeks, Inc. for Entertainment Plaza renovation
• Review of preliminary FY 2024/25 Enterprise Funds and Capital Projects Budget

The City Council approved several contracts for city infrastructure and emergency services, including a design agreement for the Entertainment Plaza and a master plan for the Fire Department. The Council also adopted ordinances to prezone land for the Empire Estates annexation and designated several parcels as surplus land.

• Awarded $528,000 contract to 4 Creeks, Inc. for Dinuba Entertainment Plaza renovation (5-0)
• Awarded $67,000 contract to AP Triton for Fire Department Master Plan (5-0)
• Approved MOU with Alta Healthcare District for EMT and ambulance funding (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 2024-03 to prezone 18.6± acres for Empire Estates as R-1-6 residential (5-0)
• Adopted 8 resolutions designating city real property parcels as surplus land (5-0)
• Adopted 3 resolutions designating Successor Agency real property parcels as surplus land (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-35 to exchange RSTP funds for State Highway Account Funds (~$158,306) (5-0)
• Approved the May 17 & 24, 2024 Warrant Register (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review the preliminary FY 2024/25 budget for special revenues, internal services, and debt service. The agenda also includes a public hearing regarding the Empire Estates project to create 75 single-family residential lots.

• Presentation of Preliminary Budget for FY 2024/25
• SB1 Road Repair and Accountability Act proposed project list
• Resolutions related to November 5, 2024 General Municipal Elections
• Adoption of the 2023 Tulare County Multi-Jurisdictional Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Proposed Empire Estates annexation and 75 single-family residential lots

The City Council approved the annexation and pre-zoning of the Empire Estates site, allowing a tentative subdivision map for 75 single-family homes on 18.6 acres. The approval included a condition requiring the developer to improve Centennial Park or build a pocket park within the subdivision. The Council also adopted the SB1 road project list, election resolutions, and various routine agreements via the Consent Calendar.

• Approved Empire Estates annexation and 75-home subdivision (5-0)
• Adopted SB1 Road Repair project list for CIP
• Adopted resolutions for Nov 5, 2024 municipal elections
• Approved Tulare County Hazard Mitigation Plan
• Approved Third Amendment to Probation Department agreement
• Initiated proceedings for Landscape and Lighting District assessments
• Approved consent for EV charging station at L St. and Ventura St.
• Approved April 23, 2024 meeting minutes and Warrant Register

City Council

The Dinuba City Council approved three major construction contracts: $5,012,336.67 for the Viscaya Neighborhood Park, $946,250.00 for Fire Department training facility improvements, and $466,351 for Well No. 21 drilling. The Council also adopted a zoning ordinance amendment and declared certain properties as surplus land. A preliminary General Fund budget for FY 2024/25 was presented during a work session but not adopted.

• Approved $5,012,336.67 contract for Viscaya Neighborhood Park (5-0)
• Approved $946,250.00 contract for Fire Dept Training Facility (5-0)
• Approved $466,351 contract for Well No. 21 Drill and Develop (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-02 amending Zoning Ordinance (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-22 declaring surplus land (5-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for April 12 & 19 (5-0)
• Approved minutes from April 9 meeting (5-0)
• Waived park rental fees for 'Fight Against Fentanyl' event (5-0)

City Council

The Dinuba City Council will review the preliminary General Fund budget for fiscal year 2024/25, which outlines projected revenues and expenditures for city operations. Staff will present these financial projections during a work session ahead of final adoption later this year. The council will also vote on routine consent calendar items, including meeting minutes approval and fee waivers for a community event. Additionally, the council will consider zoning amendments that update land use rules for commercial areas and award contracts for local park and fire facility projects.

• Award contract to DOD Construction LTD for the Viscaya Neighborhood Park Project at $5,012,336.67
• Award contract to JT2, Inc. DBA Todd Companies for Fire Department Training Facility Improvements at $946,250.00
• Award contract to Arthur & Orum Well Drilling for the Well No. 21 Drill and Develop Project at $466,351
• Second reading of Ordinance 2024-02 amending zoning rules for commercial zones and special uses
• Waive park rental fees for Next Level Intervention’s "Fight Against Fentanyl" event at Gregory Park on June 22, 2024

City Council

The City Council will review amendments to commercial zoning and adjustments to city user fees. The meeting also includes discussions on contracts for theater demolition and Independence Day fireworks.

• $563,500 contract award to MAG Engineering, Inc. for the demolition of the Strand Theater
• $20,500 pyrotechnics contract with Fireworks America for the July 3 Independence Day Celebration
• Zoning Ordinance Amendment 2024-02 regarding commercial and special uses
• Resolution No. 2024-20 to adjust city user fees, charges, and fines effective July 1, 2024
• $32,400 agreement with City Green Consulting for solid waste services procurement

The Dinuba City Council awarded a $563,500 contract to MAG Engineering, Inc. to demolish the Strand Theater, which staff said was damaged beyond repair by a fire and is now a safety hazard. The council also approved the first reading of a zoning ordinance amendment adding new chapters on permitted uses in commercial zones and special uses, and adopted Resolution No. 2024-20 adjusting user fees effective July 1, 2024. In addition, the council approved its consent calendar, including a $20,500 pyrotechnics contract with Fireworks America for the July 3, 2024 Independence Day Celebration, and approved the warrant register. All votes were 4-0, with Council Member Launer absent.

• Approved consent calendar, including park fee waivers, $20,500 Fireworks America pyrotechnics contract, and March 26, 2024 minutes (4-0, Launer absent)
• Approved warrant register for March 29 and April 5, 2024 (4-0, Launer absent)
• Approved introduction and first reading of Ordinance 2024-02 amending Title 17 zoning, adding 'Permitted Uses in Commercial Zones' and 'Special Uses' chapters (4-0, Launer absent)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-20 adjusting user fees effective July 1, 2024, including a 3.4% CPI increase (4-0, Launer absent)
• Awarded $563,500 contract to MAG Engineering, Inc. for demolition of the Strand Theater (4-0, Launer absent)
• Awarded $32,400 professional services agreement to City Green Consulting for solid waste franchise procurement (4-0, Launer absent)

City Council

The City Council will review several items including a $150,000 purchase of solar streetlights for the Delgado Park neighborhood. Other actions include authorizing a $2,000,000 housing application and discussing a $11,000,000 bond issuance through the Successor Agency.

• Purchase of 15 solar streetlights for Delgado Park Neighborhood totaling $150,000
• Subaward agreement for (5) Motorola APX 4000 Portable Radios totaling $17,139
• Application to the California Department of Housing and Community Development for $2,000,000
• Acquisition of new golf carts and lawn maintenance equipment for Ridge Creek Golf Course
• Issuance and sale of Tax Allocation Refunding Bonds not to exceed $11,000,000

The City Council and Successor Agency approved a resolution to refinance 2014 Tax Allocation Bonds, authorizing up to $11,000,000 in new bonds to save approximately $152,000 in interest costs. The Council also adopted resolutions to apply for a $2,000,000 state housing grant for first-time homebuyers and to purchase solar streetlights for the Delgado Park neighborhood. Routine items including previous meeting minutes, warrant registers, and equipment purchases were approved on the consent calendar.

• Approved Consent Calendar items including minutes and warrant registers (4-0)
• Authorized purchase of 15 solar streetlights for Delgado Park ($150,000)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-17 for $17,139 radio equipment subaward
• Adopted Resolution 2024-18 to apply for $2,000,000 HOME grant
• Adopted Resolution 2024-19 for golf course equipment acquisition
• Adopted Successor Agency Resolution 2024-1 to refinance bonds (up to $11,000,000)
• Closed session held for labor negotiations (no reportable action)

City Council

The City Council will receive an informational presentation regarding a proposed multifamily development on 5.75 acres of land. The project includes approximately 120 units and would require a zone change from light industrial to high density residential.

• Proposed 120-unit multifamily project on Surabian Drive
• $10,611,819 grant for Dinuba Wellfield Groundwater Quality Improvement and Sustainability Project
• Resolution No. 2024-15 regarding groundwater funding agreement
• Resolution No. 2024-16 regarding Fixed Asset Policy amendments
• Authorization for playground equipment at Viscaya Park Improvements Project

The City Council approved a funding agreement for a $10.6 million groundwater quality project and authorized the purchase of equipment for Viscaya Park. The Council also approved mid-year budget amendments and the installation of stop signs at Tulare Street and Uruapan Drive.

• Authorized funding agreement for $10,611,819 Dinuba Wellfield Groundwater Quality Improvement and Sustainability Project (5-0)
• Approved amendments to the Fixed Asset Policy via Resolution No. 2024-16 (5-0)
• Accepted FY 22/23 Street Reconstruction Project as complete (5-0)
• Accepted FY 2023/24 Mid-Year Financial Report and approved budget amendments via Resolution No. 2024-14 (5-0)
• Authorized purchase of playground equipment and amenities for Viscaya Park Improvements Project (5-0)
• Authorized installation of stop signs at Tulare Street and Uruapan Drive via Resolution No. 2024-07 (5-0)
• Approved February 27, 2024 meeting minutes (5-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for March 1 and March 8, 2024 (5-0)

City Council

The City Council will review a resolution to apply for $3,300,000 in federal funds for sewer main improvements on P and Tulare Streets. The agenda also includes an agreement with Alta Irrigation District for a sewer crossing at El Monte Way and Crawford Avenue. Additionally, the council will introduce several new city employees.

• $3,300,000 CDBG application for P & Tulare Streets Sewer Main Improvements
• Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for sewer crossing at El Monte Way and Crawford Avenue
• Introduction of new Building Official David Little
• Oath of office for Police Officers Gilberto Quezada and Austyn Rodriguez
• Presentation of in-kind service check from Dinuba Police Community Volunteers

The City Council approved a grant application for sewer main improvements at P and Tulare Streets and authorized an encroachment agreement for a sewer crossing. The council also approved the February 13 meeting minutes and the warrant register.

• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-13 to submit a $3.3M CDBG application for P & Tulare Streets Sewer Main Improvements (4-0)
• Approved Encroachment Agreement with Alta Irrigation District for sewer crossing at El Monte Way and Crawford Avenue (4-0)
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from February 13, 2024 (4-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for February 16 & 23, 2023 (4-0)

City Council

The City Council is reviewing authorization for $1.3 million in highway safety funds to install new pedestrian crossings and sidewalk upgrades. The agenda also includes a funding application for Rose Ann Vuich Park improvements and a budget amendment for the BBQ & Brew Fest. Additionally, staff will present the annual financial report and discuss waste collection services.

• $1.3 million in Highway Safety Improvement Program funds for pedestrian crossings and sidewalk upgrades
• Application for up to $1,000,000 in CDBG funding for Rose Ann Vuich Park improvements
• $10,000 budget amendment for the 2nd Annual BBQ & Brew Fest
• Instructional Service Agreement between Fresno City College and Dinuba Fire Department
• Request for proposals for solid waste, recycling, and organics collection services

The Dinuba City Council voted 5-0 to authorize staff to request proposals for a new solid waste, recycling and organics collection franchise agreement, as the current contract with Pena's Disposal expires June 30, 2025. The council also adopted Resolution No. 2024-11 to apply for up to $1,000,000 in CDBG Program Income funding for Rose Ann Vuich Park improvements, approved a $10,000 budget amendment for the 2nd Annual BBQ & Brew Fest, and accepted the Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year 2022-23. In closed session, a liability claim by Abundio Medina was rejected, and no action was taken on labor negotiations.

• Authorized staff to request proposals for solid waste, recycling and organics collection franchise (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution No. 2024-11 to apply for up to $1,000,000 in CDBG Program Income for Rose Ann Vuich Park improvements (5-0)
• Approved Instructional Service Agreement with Fresno City College for fire staff training reimbursement (5-0)
• Approved $10,000 budget amendment for 2nd Annual BBQ & Brew Fest (consent calendar, 5-0)
• Accepted Annual Comprehensive Financial Report for fiscal year ended June 30, 2023 (5-0)
• Approved Warrant Register for January 26, February 2 and 9, 2024 (5-0)
• Rejected liability claim by Abundio Medina (closed session)
• No action taken on conference with labor negotiators (closed session)

City Council

The City Council will vote on a zoning change at 1225 Euclid Avenue to allow a parcel to be divided into four residential lots. The council will also consider waiving field rental fees for the Dinuba Youth Soccer League. Additionally, staff will present the completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project.

• Rezoning 1225 Euclid Avenue from 'RA' to 'R-1-7.5' to facilitate a parcel map
• Request to waive field rental fees for Dinuba Youth Soccer League at Centennial Park
• Notice of completion for the Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project
• Proposal for solar streetlight installation in Montebella Subdivision

The Dinuba City Council unanimously accepted the completion of the Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project, bringing the final cost to $2,253,926 after change orders. The Council also approved the installation of solar streetlights in the Montebella Phase 2 and 3 subdivisions instead of hardwired lights. Additionally, the Council adopted Ordinance 2024-01 to rezone a parcel at 1225 Euclid Avenue and waived field rental fees for the Dinuba Youth Soccer League.

• Approved Wastewater Treatment Plant Clarifier Project completion ($2,253,926 total)
• Approved solar streetlights option one for Montebella Phase 2 & 3 subdivision
• Adopted Ordinance 2024-01 rezoning 1225 Euclid Avenue
• Waived field rental fees for Dinuba Youth Soccer League
• Approved City Council meeting minutes from January 9, 2024
• Approved Warrant Register for January 12 & 19, 2024
• Accepted FY 2023/24 Cash Investment Report for Q2
• Rejected liability claim from Jesus Castrejon (closed session)

City Council

The City Council will review several zoning changes and administrative resolutions. The agenda includes the completion of park improvements and a public hearing for a new roundabout project.

• Rezoning of a 27± acre parcel at E. El Monte Way and Crawford Avenue
• Completion of KC Vista Park Improvements Project, totaling $426,950.25
• Use of up to $12,000 in ARPA funds for Downtown clock restoration
• Rezoning 1225 Euclid Avenue from Residential Acreage to Single Family Residential
• Public hearing for the El Monte Way/Road 56 Roundabout Project

The City Council approved a zoning change for a 2.3-acre parcel on Euclid Avenue and a mitigated negative declaration for the El Monte Way/Road 56 Roundabout Project. The council also authorized funds for downtown clock restoration and nominated a representative for the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District.

• Approved Mitigated Negative Declaration for El Monte/Road 56 Roundabout Project (5-0)
• Approved zoning change from RA to R-1-7.5 for 1225 Euclid Avenue (5-0)
• Approved $12,000 in ARPA funds for Downtown clock restoration (5-0)
• Adopted Resolution 2024-05 for minimum wage salary adjustments (5-0)
• Approved FY 2022/23 Development Impact Fee Annual Report (5-0)
• Nominated Elizabeth Wynn to San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District board (5-0)
• Accepted KC Vista Park Improvements Project as complete (5-0)
• Tabled request for solid waste RFP pending further work session