Hanford, CA

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City Council Meeting Agenda September 1, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. Members of the Public may participate either in-person in the Council Chambers or remotely through the City’s Public Input Platform. Any member of the public may address the City Council on matters within the Council’s jurisdiction during the applicable public comment periods. Comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers participating in person will be recognized first. Remote speakers will be recognized in the order they complete the registration process through the Public Input platform. To participate remotely, review the instructions and register at: https://publiccomment.hanfordca.gov/ To watch the meeting live (view only), visit: http://livestream.hanford.city/ Members of the public may also submit written comments through the Public Input platform. All written comments received before the close of the meeting will be included in the record. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your com …

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Tue Sep 8, 2026 · 17:30

Tue Oct 20, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

Tue Oct 27, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

Tue Nov 3, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

Mon Nov 9, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

400 N. Douty St

Tue Nov 10, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Tue Nov 17, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

Tue Nov 24, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

Tue Dec 1, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

Tue Dec 8, 2026 · 17:30

400 N. Douty St

Tue Jul 27, 2027 · 17:30

Planning Commission

400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

Recent meetings

Tue Aug 25, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider two cannabis dispensary permits and a 74-lot subdivision

The Hanford Planning Commission will hold public hearings on two conditional use permits for cannabis retail dispensaries, one for a new storefront at 610 W. Seventh St. and another at 104 N. Douty St. They will also consider a request to continue a hearing for a 16.65-acre annexation and subdivision into 74 single-family lots, and discuss the cannabis retail business approval process. The consent calendar includes approval of the July 28, 2026 minutes.

Conditional Use Permit No. 0071-26 for Embarc Hanford cannabis dispensary at 610 W. Seventh St.
Conditional Use Permit No. 0066-26 for a new cannabis dispensary at 104 N. Douty St.
Conditional Use Permit No. 0070-26 to amend CUP 2018-08 for an outdoor play area at 240 N. Irwin St.
Annexation167: annex 16.65 acres, prezone R-L-5 and R-M, tentative map for 74 single-family lots, continuation requested to Sept. 8, 2026
General business: discussion of cannabis retail business approval process

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400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda August 25, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Community Development: Approval of the July 28, 2026 Minutes GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Community Development: Cannabis Retail Business Approval Process PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Conditional Use Permit No. 0071-26: a request, by Embarc Hanford, to permit a Cannabis Business to operate a storefront di …

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Wed Aug 19, 2026 · 16:30

City Council

400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

Tue Aug 18, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to review Measure H spending, data center rules, landscaping district

The Hanford City Council will hold a study session to review Measure H revenues and expenditures for fiscal year 2025-26, including departmental presentations. In regular session, they will discuss land use regulations for data center facilities and review landscape and lighting district maintenance practices. The consent calendar includes property purchase amendments, environmental assessments, a historic resources application, a prezone ordinance, and a final subdivision map. Closed session items cover anticipated and existing litigation and property negotiations.

Review of Measure H revenues and expenditures for FY 2025-26
Discussion of land use regulations and city authority for data center facilities
Approval of $62,595 environmental site assessment for Alanis Trust parcels (APNs 012-045-006, 012-045-007)
Adopt Ordinance 26-04 amending Prezone 0013-24 for 80.95 acres R-M and 5.45 acres MX-N near Grangeville Blvd and 9 1/4 Ave
Record final map for Tract 881-3 Live Oak East (Hidden Oaks Unit No. 3), 128-lot subdivision at Hume Ave and 12th Ave

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400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda August 18, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. Members of the Public may participate either in-person in the Council Chambers or remotely through the City’s Public Input Platform. Any member of the public may address the City Council on matters within the Council’s jurisdiction during the applicable public comment periods. Comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers participating in person will be recognized first. Remote speakers will be recognized in the order they complete the registration process through the Public Input platform. To participate remotely, review the instructions and register at: https://publiccomment.hanfordca.gov/ To watch the meeting live (view only), visit: http://livestream.hanford.city/ Members of the public may also submit written comments through the Public Input platform. All written comments received before the close of the meeting will be included in the record. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comme …

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Tue Aug 11, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider zone text amendment 0013-26

The Hanford Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Zone Text Amendment No. 0013-26, a proposed change to the city's zoning regulations. The agenda includes routine consent calendar items, public comment, and commissioner reports. No other substantive items are listed.

Public hearing on Zone Text Amendment No. 0013-26
Appeal filing fee of $1,100.00 for final project decisions
Meeting held at Council Chambers, 400 N. Douty St., with live stream available

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda August 11, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Zone Text Amendment No. 0013-26 DIRECTOR'S COMMENTS: COMMISSIONERS' ITEMS OF INTEREST: At this time, any Commissioner may ask a question for clarification of matters within the Planning Commission’s jurisdiction, make an announcement, or report briefly on activities in their role as …

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Mon Aug 10, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to decide on zipline reinstallation and mushroom removal

The Parks and Recreation Commission will consider two public works items: reinstalling a zipline playground amenity at Lacey and Coe Parks, and removing the Lacey Water Feature (Big Green Mushroom). The meeting also includes routine consent items, division updates, and public comment.

Recommendation on zipline reinstallation at Lacey and Coe Parks
Lacey Water Feature (Big Green Mushroom) removal
Approval of July 13, 2026 meeting minutes
Division updates on sports, parks, marketing, events, and programs

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400 N. Douty St

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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda August 10, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: To be led by Adam Medeiros as a guest of Commissioner Castaneda FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Approval of Meeting Minutes for July 13, 2026. DIVISION UPDATES: A. Sports Complex Updates B. Parks Updates C. Marketing/Sponsorship Updates D. Events and Managerial Updates E. Directors Updates F. Program Updates GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Public Works: Recommendation regarding the reinstallation of the zipline playground amenity at Lacey and Coe Parks. B. Recreation and Community Services: Lacey Water Feature (Big Green Mushroom) Removal FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: ADJOURNMENT:

Wed Aug 5, 2026 · 17:30

Oversight Board

Measure H Oversight Board reviews first full fiscal year revenues and expenditures

The Measure H Oversight Board will hold a regular meeting to review revenues and expenditures from the first full fiscal year and receive departmental presentations summarizing performance. No formal decisions are listed on the agenda.

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Measure H Oversight Board Meeting Agenda August 5, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting City Hall Training Room 319 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION: ROLL CALL: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters within the jurisdiction of the Measure H Oversight Board. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Approval of the Minutes of the May 6, 2026 Meeting GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Review of Measure H Revenues and Expenditures B. Presentation by Departments: Overall Summary of the First Full Fiscal Year BOARD MEMBER COMMENTS: ADJOURN:

Tue Aug 4, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to vote on annexing 86 acres for residential and mixed-use development

The Hanford City Council will hold a public hearing on a proposed annexation and rezoning of 86.4 acres north of Grangeville Boulevard and east of 9 ¼ Avenue. The meeting also includes a vote on a $147,715 firearm purchase for police, a $11,000 illegal fireworks campaign, and a $77,000 July 4th event proposal. Closed sessions cover employee evaluations and legal matters.

Annex 86.4 acres (APNs 014-143-069, 014-143-078, 014-143-022) into city limits with R-M and MX-N zoning
Approve $147,715 purchase of 65 rifles and accessories for Hanford Police from Proforce Law Enforcement
Allocate $11,000 for continuation of 'It's Not Worth It' illegal fireworks campaign
Appropriate $77,000 for July 4th event planning and execution from General Fund
Receive presentation on Draft 2026 Regional Transportation Plan and Sustainable Communities Strategy

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400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda August 4, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. Members of the Public may participate either in-person in the Council Chambers or remotely through the City’s Public Input Platform. Any member of the public may address the City Council on matters within the Council’s jurisdiction during the applicable public comment periods. Comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers participating in person will be recognized first. Remote speakers will be recognized in the order they complete the registration process through the Public Input platform. To participate remotely, review the instructions and register at: https://publiccomment.hanfordca.gov/ To watch the meeting live (view only), visit: http://livestream.hanford.city/ Members of the public may also submit written comments through the Public Input platform. All written comments received before the close of the meeting will be included in the record. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments …

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Tue Jul 28, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Public hearing on 86-acre annexation north of Grangeville Blvd for residential and mixed-use

The Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Amended Annexation165 and Prezone No. 0013-24, which proposes to annex approximately 86.4 acres into Hanford city limits from Kings County. The area north of Grangeville Boulevard and east of 9 ¼ Avenue would be prezoned as Medium-Density Residential (80.95 acres) and Neighborhood Mixed Use (5.45 acres). The consent calendar includes approval of the July 14, 2026 meeting minutes.

Public hearing for Amended Annexation165 (86.4 acres) and Prezone No. 0013-24
Prezone R-M Medium-Density Residential (80.95 acres) and MX-N Neighborhood Mixed Use (5.45 acres)
Location: north of Grangeville Boulevard and east of 9 ¼ Avenue
Includes parcels APNs 014-143-069, 014-143-078, and 014-143-022
Consent calendar: Approval of July 14, 2026 minutes

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda July 28, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Community Development: Approval of the July 14, 2026 Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Amended Annexation165: a request to reduce the previous proposed annexation boundary, in order to annex approximately 86.4 acres into the City of Hanford City Limits from the Kings County Jurisdiction. Amended Prezone No. …

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Tue Jul 21, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Hanford City Council to consider eminent domain for 203 E 7th Street

The City Council will hold public hearings on landscape and lighting assessment changes and the acquisition of property via eminent domain. The body will also vote on several equipment purchases and infrastructure contracts.

Resolution of Necessity for acquisition of 203 E 7th Street by eminent domain
Purchase of a 2027 Front Load Refuse truck for $497,506.79
Purchase of two K9 patrol vehicles and five unmarked administration vehicles for $467,019.85
Contract for 10th Avenue from Fargo Avenue to State Route 43 road rehabilitation for $295,747.50
Public hearings for funding changes in Quail Run Estates and Portofino Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Assessment Districts

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✓ Decided: Hanford Council approves Quail Run LAD assessment increase after ballot count

The Hanford City Council approved the FY 2026/27 assessment increase for the Quail Run Estates Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District after 86 property owners voted in favor and 30 against. The Council also approved a Resolution of Necessity to acquire 203 E 7th Street by eminent domain, with Council Member Lou Martinez recused. A proposed assessment increase for the Portofino LAD was not approved after ballots showed 4 in favor and 14 against. The Council also rescheduled the Prop 218 wastewater rate public hearing from August 18 to September 1, 2026.

Approved Quail Run Estates LAD assessment increase (86-30 ballots, unanimous)
Denied Portofino LAD assessment increase (4-14 ballots)
Approved Resolution of Necessity for eminent domain acquisition of 203 E 7th St (4-0, Martinez recused)
Approved Resolution 26-50-R ordering annual landscape assessment levy (unanimous)
Moved Prop 218 wastewater rate public hearing to September 1, 2026 (unanimous)
Approved consent calendar minus pulled items (unanimous)
Approved purchase of kitchen food concession trailer for $71,445 (unanimous)
Approved responses to two Grand Jury reports (unanimous)

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda July 21, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. Members of the Public may participate either in-person in the Council Chambers or remotely through the City’s Public Input Platform. Any member of the public may address the City Council on matters within the Council’s jurisdiction during the applicable public comment periods. Comments are limited to a maximum of three (3) minutes per speaker. Speakers participating in person will be recognized first. Remote speakers will be recognized in the order they complete the registration process through the Public Input platform. To participate remotely, review the instructions and register at: https://publiccomment.hanfordca.gov/ To watch the meeting live (view only), visit: http://livestream.hanford.city/ Members of the public may also submit written comments through the Public Input platform. All written comments received before the close of the meeting will be included in the record. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments b …

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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes July 21, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Kairis called the study session and closed session to order at 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: Present: Absent: Council Member Mark Kairis Council Member Travis Paden Council Member Lou Martinez Council Member Kimber Regan Council Member Nancy Howze PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. None. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. Discussion on AB 1572 Functional and Nonfunctional Turf State of California imposed requirements Public Works Director Russ Sterling, Deputy Public Works Director Alvin Dias, Utilities and Engineering Director Frank Senteno, and Utilities Manager Bob Williams provided an overview of Assembly Bill 1572 for the Council’s review and direction. Staff answered questions from the Council. The Council and staff discussed how the city would address enforcement. Staff will continue reviewing the matter and return to the Council with an update at a later date. B. Review of Results from National Business Survey (NB …

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Tue Jul 14, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Commission reviews General Plan consistency for future elementary school site

The Planning Commission will discuss a finding of General Plan consistency for the acquisition of a future elementary school site. The site is intended for use by the Pioneer Union Elementary School District.

General Plan Consistency finding for a 16.44-acre (gross) school site north of Fargo Avenue and east of 12th Avenue

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✓ Decided: Planning Commission approves school site acquisition, finds it consistent with General Plan

The Hanford Planning Commission unanimously approved Resolution No. 2026-12, finding the acquisition of a future elementary school site by the Pioneer Union Elementary School District consistent with the General Plan and exempt from CEQA. The site is a 16.44-acre (gross) parcel north of Fargo Avenue, east of 12th Avenue, within the future Fargo Village Mixed Use Master Plan area. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting included no public hearings or consent calendar items.

Approved Resolution No. 2026-12, finding school site acquisition consistent with General Plan and CEQA-exempt (unanimous)

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda July 14, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. PUBLIC HEARING: GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Community Development: Finding of General Plan Consistency, in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21151.2 and Government Code Section 65402, for the acquisition of a future elementary school site by the Pioneer Union Elementary School District. The project is located within the …

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Planning Commission Regular Meeting Minutes July 14, 2026 5:30 PM Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. ROLL CALL: Present: Absent: JUAREZ McILWAINE ESPARZA NELSON GILL HAM INVOCATION: Pastor King, New Testament Baptist Church FLAG SALUTE: Chair HAM led the flag salute. PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. None. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. No items. PUBLIC HEARING: There were no public hearings. GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Community Development: Finding of General Plan Consistency, in accordance with Public Resources Code Section 21151.2 and Government Code Section 65402, for the acquisition of a future elementary school site by the Pioneer Union Elementa …

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Mon Jul 13, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission will consider weekly closure periods for off‑leash dog parks

The Parks and Recreation Commission meeting includes routine consent‑calendar items and division updates on the sports complex, parks, marketing/sponsorship, programs, directors, and recreation events. The commission will discuss a Public Works recommendation on weekly maintenance closure periods for off‑leash community dog parks. No other specific decisions are listed on the agenda.

Division updates – sports complex
Division updates – parks
Division updates – marketing/sponsorship
Division updates – program
Public Works recommendation on weekly maintenance closure periods for off‑leash community dog parks

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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda July 13, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: To be led by Commissioner Rodriguez. FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. DIVISION UPDATES: A. Sports Complex Updates B. Parks Updates C. Marketing/Sponsorship Updates D. Program Updates E. Directors Updates F. Recreation and Event Updates GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Public Works: Recommendation on the weekly maintenance closure periods for the off- leash community dog parks. FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: ADJOURNMENT:

Tue Jul 7, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

Tue Jun 23, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider day care expansion permit

The Hanford Planning Commission will meet to discuss a conditional use permit for a day care expansion. The meeting includes a public hearing on the project and a standard consent calendar.

Public Hearing: Conditional Use Permit No. 0045-25 for day care expansion at 11303 Hanford Armona Road
Consent Calendar: Routine items considered in one motion
Public Comment: Citizens may comment on non-agenda items or request consent calendar items be pulled for discussion
Appeals: Final decisions may be appealed to City Council with a $1,100.00 filing fee

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda June 23, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Conditional Use Permit No. 0045-25, a request by Manitas de Amor to amend their original conditional use permit in order to construct a 3,190-square-foot addition to their existing day care, to provide space for up to 40 infants and toddlers ages 6 – 36 months and 10 children with limi …

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Tue Jun 16, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Hanford Council to vote on wastewater rates and approve 2026-27 budget

The Hanford City Council will vote on a new fee schedule, approve the 2026-27 budget, and consider a wastewater rate increase. The meeting also includes the introduction of new employees and the recognition of local sports teams.

Public Hearing on new Master Fee Schedule
Adoption of 2026-27 budget with $1.26M General Fund appropriation
Authorization for wastewater rate increase via Proposition 218
Approval of $2.4M contract for Grangeville Boulevard grade separation
Approval of $3.1M HOME Investment Partnerships Program application

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✓ Decided: Council defers park ballot measure to 2028, approves budget and fee hikes

The Council directed staff to return with a plan for a 2028 ballot measure for recreational funding, deferring from November 2026. It approved the FY 2026-27 Master Fee Schedule, a mid-cycle budget with a $1,256,261 General Fund appropriation, and a wastewater rate study process with a public hearing set for August 18, 2026. The Council also approved numerous contracts, including pavement resurfacing and landscape maintenance, and a $325,000 property purchase.

Directed staff to plan a 2028 ballot measure for recreational funding, deferring from November 2026
Approved the comprehensive Master Fee Schedule for FY 2026-27
Approved a mid-cycle budget with $1,256,261 General Fund and $10,629,688 other funds appropriations, plus 3 new positions
Authorized proceeding with the Prop 218 process for a wastewater rate increase, with a hearing set for August 18, 2026
Approved a $325,000 property purchase agreement for APN 012-046-005
Awarded a $933,120 contract to VSS International for pavement resurfacing
Awarded five landscape maintenance contracts totaling $773,813
Approved a $2,068,297.70 design contract for the Grangeville Boulevard railroad grade separation project

400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda June 16, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be lived streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. New Employee introduction: Officer Alex Arciga, Dispatchers, Amanda Dominguez, Hyasha Crumpton, Oscar Escalera, CSO Armando Ornelas and K9 Ace (with partner Manuel Pasillas) B. Parks and Community Services: Receive a presentation from FM3 Research and the Trust for Public Land, discuss the polling results, and provide policy direction regarding whether to proceed with a recreational funding measure for the November 2026 ballot, not proceed, or defer consideration to a future election cycle CLOSED SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF THE FOLLOWING: A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS (GC 54956.8) APNs: 012045001, 012045010, 012045004, 012045005, 012046019, 012046005, 012046006, …

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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 16, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Kairis called the study session and closed session to order at 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: Present: Absent: Council Member Mark Kairis Council Member Travis Paden Council Member Lou Martinez Council Member Kimber Regan Council Member Nancy Howze PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. Victor Chavarin Jr. provided his background and expressed concerns regarding a potential tax increase. He also stated that other city projects should be prioritized over developing additional parkland. Mark Pratter commented on the polling results and stated that there are alternative ways to fund the project. He provided the Council with a property list, and questioned whether assessed land could be sold to generate revenue. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. New Employee introduction: Officer Alex Arciga, Dispatchers, Amanda Dominguez, Hyasha Crumpton, Oscar Escalera, CSO Armando Ornelas and K9 Ace (with partner Manuel Pasillas) Police Chie …

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Tue Jun 9, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to review pet grooming permit and land divisions

The Planning Commission will hold public hearings regarding a conditional use permit and two land-use requests. The body will also consider the approval of meeting minutes from March 24, 2026.

Conditional Use Permit No. 0069-26 for a pet grooming business at 610 N. Irwin St.
Tentative Parcel Map No. 0015-25 to divide two parcels into three parcels south of Hanford Armona Road
Modifications to Vesting Tentative Tract 881 for Live Oak East, including changes to Acorn Lane, Amber Harvest Drive, and Sparrow Drive

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda June 9, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Community Development: Approval of the March 24, 2026 Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Conditional Use Permit No. 0069-26: a request to allow an owner-operated pet grooming business to operate at 610 N. Irwin St. in the MX-D Downtown Mixed Use zone district (APN 010-232-007). B. Community Development: Ten …

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Mon Jun 8, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission will approve May 11, 2026 meeting minutes and hear updates

The Hanford Parks and Recreation Commission will hold its regular meeting on June 8, 2026 at the Council Chambers. Commissioners will consider the consent calendar, including approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes. The agenda includes division updates on the sports complex, parks, marketing/sponsorship, events, programs, and directors. A public comment period allows residents up to three minutes each to speak on non‑agenda items.

Approval of the May 11, 2026 meeting minutes (consent calendar)
Public comment period (up to three minutes per speaker)
Sports Complex update (division update)
Parks update (division update)
Marketing/Sponsorship update (division update)

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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda June 8, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: - Commissioner Rodriguez FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Approval of the May 11, 2026 Meeting Minutes DIVISION UPDATES: A. Sports Complex Updates B. Parks Updates C. Marketing/Sponsorship Updates D. Events Updates E. Program Updates F. Directors Updates GENERAL BUSINESS: FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: ADJOURNMENT:

Tue Jun 2, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to adopt water plans and approve $103M budget limit

The Hanford City Council will hold a public hearing on water management plans and adopt a resolution setting the General Fund spending limit at $103,123,873. The meeting includes consent calendar items such as approving a $55,588.86 CDBG expenditure and a $24,937 grant application for railroad crossing design.

Adoption of 2026/2027 General Fund appropriations limit ($103,123,873)
Public hearing on 2025 Urban Water Management Plan
Approval of $55,588.86 CDBG expenditure from Housing Unencumbered Fund
Authorization to apply for $19,478 crowd control equipment grant
Presentation on Quail Run Estates Landscape Assessment District petition

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✓ Decided: Council adopts water plans, salary schedules, and fee-related policies

The City Council unanimously approved the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and Water Shortage Contingency Plan, the City salary schedules, amendments to the water service discontinuation policy, and a motion to re-ballot the Quail Run Estates landscape assessment. The Council also approved the consent calendar, which included resolutions on the investment policy and appropriations limit, and a letter opposing Senate Bill 866. During the study session, the Council reached consensus to set the senior discount age at 55 for the Master Fee Schedule, but took no formal action.

Approved the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan and 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan (Resolutions 26-25-R and 26-26-R).
Approved the City of Hanford Salary Schedules.
Adopted Resolution 26-33-R amending the Water Service Discontinuation Policy.
Approved a motion to re-ballot the Quail Run Estates Landscape Assessment District.
Approved the consent calendar, including the Investment Policy (Resolution 26-35-R) and the appropriations limit of $103,123,873 (Resolution 26-32-R).
Authorized the Mayor to sign a letter opposing Senate Bill 866.
Reached consensus to set the senior discount age at 55 for the Master Fee Schedule, with formal adoption pending.
Approved a change order for City Surveyor Services and a work order for the City Standards and Specifications Update Project.

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City Council Meeting Agenda June 2, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be lived streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. New Employee introduction: Eekhong Franco, Finance Manager B. Receive an update on the It's Not Worth It Campaign for the usage and possession of illegal fireworks within the City's limits. C. Presentation and Council review and discussion of the Draft City of Hanford Master Fee Schedule for Fiscal Year 2026-27. CLOSED SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF THE FOLLOWING: A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS (GC 54956.8) Address: 109 E. Eighth Street Negotiating Party: Carnegie Museum of Kings County Agency Negotiators: Chris Tavarez, Jason Waters, and Ty Mizote B. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS (GC 54956.8) APNs: 012045001, 012045010, 012045004, 012045005, 012046019, 012046005, 012046 …

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City Council Regular Meeting Minutes June 2, 2026 7:00 PM Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: Mayor Kairis called the study session and closed session to order at 4:00 p.m. ROLL CALL: Present: Absent: Council Member Mark Kairis Council Member Travis Paden Council Member Lou Martinez Council Member Kimber Regan Council Member Nancy Howze PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. None. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. New Employee introduction: Eekhong Franco, Finance Manager Finance Director, Destiny Borba introduced Finance Manager, Eekhong Franco. B. Receive an update on the It's Not Worth It Campaign for the usage and possession of illegal fireworks within the City's limits. Fire Chief Perkins introduced Deputy Fire Chief Matt Rowe and presented a progress report regarding the use of drones during the week of 4th of July. Council Members Regan and Howze requested that additional drone batteries be purchased. Chief Perkins suggested that funding could be better utilized for additional public signage regarding the drone program. Ci …

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Tue May 26, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider variance for KART bus facility expansion

The Hanford Planning Commission will hold a public hearing on Variance No. 0031-26, which seeks to deviate from Section 17.38.060 to allow bus parking, solar canopies, electrical infrastructure, and bus maneuverability at 629 W Davis St. The meeting will also include routine consent‑calendar items and a recognition of former commissioner Gunther Norris. Public comment will be accepted on any agenda or non‑agenda matters.

Public Hearing – Variance No. 0031-26 for KART bus facility at 629 W Davis St.
Consent Calendar – routine items to be enacted in a single motion
Recognition of Gunther Norris for service on the Planning Commission
Public Comment – up to three minutes per speaker on any agenda or non‑agenda issue

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda May 26, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. RECOGNITION: A. Community Development: Recognition of Gunther Norris for his service on the Planning Commission PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Variance No. 0031-26: a request to deviate from the standards set forth in Section 17.38.060 of the Hanford Municipal Code, in order to locate bus parking spaces, solar can …

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Tue May 19, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to vote on $60M solar project and wastewater rate increase

The Hanford City Council will consider a $59.99 million contract amendment for solar and wastewater improvements, contingent on a Prop 218 rate increase. The meeting includes public hearings on a new Housing Element and assessment district funding changes.

Authorize $59,987,749 contract amendment for solar and wastewater improvements
Public hearing on 2024-2032 Housing Element General Plan Amendment
Public hearings on landscape and lighting assessment district funding changes
Approval of $6,343,000 grant application for Centennial Drive safety improvements
Approval of $15,000,000 grant application for East Lacey Boulevard safety improvements

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400 N. Douty Street , Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda May 19, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be lived streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. STUDY SESSION AND ACTION ITEMS: A. Authorize the City Manager to execute a contract amendment with Opterra Energy Services for the combined Solar Photovoltaic and WWTF Energy-Related Improvement Project for a contract amount of $59,987,749, subject to contractual adjustment and contingent upon successfully passing a Prop 218 Wastewater Rate Increase and Acquisition of Project financing, and authorize the City Manager to issue a Limited Notice to Proceed for engineering, and additional appropriation of the contract amount in the Wastewater Fund with up to $2 million of the contract amendment amount from the Wastewater Impact Fee Fund; and direct Staff to return to City Council for approval of a Prop 218 Rate Fee Study. CLOSED SESSION FOR …

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Tue May 12, 2026 · 18:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider adopting the 2024‑2032 Housing Element

The Hanford Planning Commission will approve the March 10, 2026 Community Development minutes. It will hold a public hearing on General Plan Amendment 2026‑01 to replace the 2016‑2024 Housing Element with the 2024‑2032 6th Cycle Housing Element and to authorize staff to submit it to the California Department of Housing and Community Development. Public comment on any agenda items is also permitted.

Approve Community Development minutes from March 10, 2026 (Consent Calendar).
Public hearing: General Plan Amendment 2026‑01 to adopt the 2024‑2032 Housing Element and authorize its submission to the state.

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda May 12, 2026 6:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Community Development: Approval of the March 10, 2026 Minutes PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: General Plan Amendment 2026-01: A request to recommend approval of a General Plan Amendment to replace the adopted 2016-2024 Housing Element with the 2024-2032 6th Cycle Housing Element and authorize City staff to submit …

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Tue May 12, 2026 · 17:00

City Council

Council reviews draft Objective Design Standards for single‑family homes

The City Council will hold a joint session with the Planning Commission to examine the draft Objective Design Standards (ODS) for single‑family residential development. Council members will discuss the draft and provide direction before formal adoption.

Joint session with Planning Commission to review draft Objective Design Standards for single‑family residential development

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400 N. Douty Street, Hanford

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City Council Meeting Agenda May 12, 2026 5:00 PM – Special Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be lived streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ 5:00 PM CALL TO SPECIAL SESSION: ROLL CALL : PUBLIC COMMENT: Comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Joint session between the Planning Commission and City Council to review the draft of the Objective Design Standards (ODS) for Single-Family Residential Development and provide direction prior to formal adoption ADJOURNMENT: Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the agenda packet are available to public inspection in the City Clerk’s Office located at 319 N. Douty Street, Hanford, California 93230, during normal business hours. Such agendas are also available at the city’s website, www.cityofhanfordca.com subject to staff’s ability to post the agenda before the meeting. If you need a disability-related modification or accommodation, including auxiliary aids or services, to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s office, 559-585-2515, 319 N. Douty Street, Hanford, California 93230, at least 2 days prior to the meeti …

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Mon May 11, 2026 · 17:30

Parks and Recreation Commission

Commission to discuss potential ballot measure for capital projects

The Parks and Recreation Commission will review a possible ballot measure to fund large capital projects. The body will also consider a tree permit request and receive a design update for Heroes Park.

Tree permit request for 1320 Mary St
Discussion of possible ballot measure for large capital projects
Heroes Park design update

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Parks & Recreation Commission Meeting Agenda May 11, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER: ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: To be led by Commissioner Rodriguez. FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Approval of the February 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes B. Approval of the March 9, 2026 Meeting Minutes DIVISION UPDATES: A. Marketing/Sponsorship Updates B. Hanford Boys & Girls Club Updates C. Sports Complex Updates D. Parks Updates E. Event Updates F. Program Updates G. Directors Updates GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Tree Permit Request - 1320 Mary St B. Possible Ballot Measure to Fund Large Capital Projects C. Heroes Park Design Update FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS: ADJOURNMENT:

Wed May 6, 2026 · 17:30

Oversight Board

Measure H board to review revenues and sales tax consultant presentation

The Measure H Oversight Board will hold a regular meeting to review the measure's revenues and expenditures and hear an overview from the city's sales tax consultant.

Approval of February 4, 2026 meeting minutes
Review of Measure H revenues and expenditures
Presentation by Neumo on Measure H sales tax

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Measure H Oversight Board Meeting Agenda May 6, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting City Hall Training Room 319 N. Douty St. CALL TO ORDER REGULAR SESSION: ROLL CALL: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters within the jurisdiction of the Measure H Oversight Board. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. A. Approval of the Minutes of the February 4, 2026 Meeting GENERAL BUSINESS: A. Review of Measure H Revenues and Expenditures B. Presentation by Neumo (City Sales Tax Consultant): Overview of Measure H Sales Tax ADJOURN:

Tue May 5, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

Council to approve $757,850 water-well design contract and multiple fleet purchases

The City Council will hold a study session on Senate Bill 707 and consider updates to the Public Meeting Disruption Policy. In a closed session, staff will discuss legal counsel matters related to property negotiations and anticipated litigation. The council will then vote on a consent calendar that includes approvals for vehicle purchases, equipment contracts, and utility engineering projects.

Approve purchase of two 2026 Ford E-Transit High Roof Vans from Keller Chevrolet for $117,727, funded by the Building Safety Enterprise fund.
Approve purchase of one front‑load refuse truck from Haaker Refuse Equipment for $512,782.67, funded by the Fleet Reserves Fund, and declare surplus rear‑load truck #153 for sale.
Authorize a contract with Blackwater Engineering for design of Municipal Water Wells 53 and 54 at $757,850 plus a 10% contingency of $75,785, and appropriate $125,235 from the Water Impact Fees fund.
Approve purchase of one LeeBoy 8500D Paver from Lay Rite Paving for $97,000, funded by the Measure H Fund.
Approve a $20,925 change order to Advanced Roofing & Raingutters for additional roof repairs at Fire Station 1, bringing the total contract to $70,340.

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City Council Meeting Agenda May 5, 2026 7:00 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Council Members will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be lived streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ 4:00 PM CALL TO ORDER STUDY SESSION AND CLOSED SESSION: ROLL CALL BY THE CITY CLERK: PUBLIC COMMENT: Study Sessions are considered Special Meetings under the Brown Act. Accordingly, comments from the public are limited to items listed on the agenda (GC 54954.3a). Public Comment will be accepted during each agenda item. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. STUDY SESSION: A. Receive Update on Senate Bill 707 (Brown Act Amendments) and provide feedback on the Public Meeting Disruption Policy and related Handbook of Rules and Procedures amendments; authorize staff to incorporate the Disruption of Remote Participation Policy into the Handbook; and direct staff to return with a resolution for adoption. CLOSED SESSION FOR DISCUSSION OF THE FOLLOWING: A. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL-PROPERTY NEGOTIATIONS (GC 54956.8) APNs: 012045001, 012045010, 012045004, 012045005, 012046019, 012046005, 012046006, 012046007, 012045001, 012045009, 012045008, 012045007, 012045006, 012045007 Negotiating Party: Solis Martin Vieyra & Araujo Fanny Castro, Miya Farms, PRE 4 LLC, MCMASTER, WILLIAM T & KATHLEEN S H/W …

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Tue Apr 28, 2026 · 17:30

Planning Commission

Planning Commission to consider a 211‑unit subdivision of a 30.9‑acre site

The Commission will hold a public hearing on two community‑development requests—a variance for a water vending machine at 110 S. 11th Ave. and a 211‑unit subdivision of a 30.9‑acre parcel south of Lacey Boulevard. Staff will also present a recommendation to the City Council to abandon about 8,145 sq ft of Millerton Street right‑of‑way. Routine consent‑calendar items will be approved by a single motion unless a commissioner asks for discussion.

Variance No. 0028‑26 for a water vending machine in the C‑R Regional Commercial zone at 110 S. 11th Ave. (APN 012‑290‑056).
Subdivision request (Tentative Tract 949) by N & M Capital, LLC to split 30.9 acres into 211 single‑family units with a 0.66‑acre open space and a Planned Unit Development overlay in the R‑L‑5 zone, located south of Lacey Boulevard, west of 12½ Ave. (APN 011‑010‑010).
Mitigated Negative Declaration No. 2026‑12 to certify less‑than‑significant environmental impact for the subdivision.
Recommendation for Finding of Conformity to abandon approximately 8,145 sq ft of right‑of‑way on Millerton Street east of S. Alpine Avenue (Roadway Abandonment No. 2026‑01).
Consent calendar items to be enacted in one motion (routine items).

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Planning Commission Meeting Agenda April 28, 2026 5:30 PM – Regular Meeting Council Chambers 400 N. Douty St. Planning Commissioners will meet in-person in the Council Chambers. The meeting will also be live streamed on the City’s website: http://livestream.hanford.city/ ROLL CALL: INVOCATION: FLAG SALUTE: PUBLIC COMMENT: This is the time for citizens to comment on subject matters not on the agenda and that are within the jurisdiction of the Commission. This is also the public’s opportunity to request an item from the Consent Calendar be pulled for discussion purposes or to comment on any item on the agenda. Comments related to Public Hearing items will be heard at the time the item is discussed. A maximum of three minutes is allowed for each speaker. Please begin your comments by stating your name and providing your city of residence. CONSENT CALENDAR: Consent Calendar items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made and then the item will be removed from the Consent Calendar to be discussed and voted upon by a separate motion. PUBLIC HEARING: A. Community Development: Continuation Request: Variance No. 0028-26: a request to deviate from the standards of the Hanford Municipal Code Section 17.60.150(A), in order to allow a water vending machine to be placed within an existing parking lot, separated from an existing building, where no separation is pe …

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Tue Apr 21, 2026 · 19:00

City Council

City Council to discuss parks funding and approve vehicle and construction contracts

The Hanford City Council will hold a study session on a potential ballot measure for parks and recreation projects, and will consider a $33,250 appropriation for polling services. The regular session includes the approval of a $66,503.53 annual contract for city uniforms and the purchase of seven vehicles for $575,708.90. The Council will also authorize a $2,140,290 contract for airport fueling island construction.

Study session on potential ballot measure for parks and recreation projects
Appropriation of $33,250 for polling services
Contract award to Vestis Uniforms for $66,503.53 per year
Purchase of 7 vehicles for $575,708.90
Contract with Cushman Contracting Services for $2,140,290 for airport fueling island

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✓ Decided: City Council approved $2.14 M airport fueling island contract

The Council unanimously authorized a $2,140,290 contract with Cushman Contracting Services for the Hanford Municipal Airport fueling island project. It also approved a $33,250 appropriation for professional polling services, adopted the Urban Forest Master Plan, and passed routine Consent Calendar items including a uniform services contract and a police vehicle purchase. All motions were adopted by unanimous vote.

Approved $33,250 General Fund appropriation for FM3 polling services (unanimous)
Approved Consent Calendar items, including $66,503.53 per year uniform services contract (unanimous)
Approved purchase of police vehicles totaling $575,708.90 (unanimous)
Approved Kings Garden Apartments TEFRA public hearing (unanimous)
Adopted the Urban Forest Master Plan (unanimous)
Authorized $2,140,290 contract with Cushman Contracting for airport fueling island (unanimous)

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