McFarland, CA

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The McFarland City Council will consider routine consent items including an expense report, meeting minutes, and travel approvals, plus several resolutions and an ordinance. Notable actions include authorizing the purchase of three police vehicles with a budget adjustment, approving a service agreement with GoGov, and adopting an ordinance to update accessory dwelling unit terminology. The meeting also includes recognition of a police promotion and public comment periods.

• Approval of expense report totaling $544,898.05 for 8/1/2026-8/14/2026
• Resolution 2026-99: purchase and upfitting of three police vehicles from Phil Long Ford of Denver, LLC with $52,537.70 budget adjustment
• Ordinance No. 7-2026 (second reading): amending Title 17 to replace 'secondary units' with 'accessory dwelling units'
• Resolution 2026-102: service agreement with GoGov, LLC for citizen notifications and mobile app services
• Travel approvals for police staff training, including a 160-hour dispatch course and sexual assault investigations course

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The McFarland Public Policy and Finance Committee is holding a special meeting with a single discussion item: reviewing goals, objectives, and project updates. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed in the agenda. The meeting is open to public comment on this item only.

• Review of goals, objectives, and project updates

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The McFarland Public Safety Committee is holding a special meeting with a single discussion item: reviewing goals, objectives, and project updates. No specific projects, contracts, or dollar amounts are listed on the agenda. The meeting is open to the public with a two-minute comment limit per person.

• Review of goals, objectives, and project updates for the Public Safety Committee

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The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting to discuss and review its goals, objectives, and project updates. No specific projects or decisions are listed on the agenda, so the discussion is likely to be a general status update.

• Review of goals, objectives, and project updates

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The McFarland City Council is holding a special meeting with a closed session to discuss the appointment of a Human Resources Director and a consultation with the Public Works Director regarding a threat to public services or facilities. No other business is listed, and the agenda is otherwise procedural.

• Closed session: Public Employment - Human Resources Director
• Closed session: Threat to Public Services or Facilities - consultation with Public Works Director

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The McFarland City Council will consider awarding a $963,000 contract for drilling a municipal water well, rezone about 10 acres along Sherwood Avenue from M-2 and C-1 to C-2, and discuss fees for the new commissary launchpad. The agenda also includes routine approvals of expenses and payroll, several police training travel requests, and closed session interviews for Police Lieutenant and Human Resources Director positions.

• Award contract to Bakersfield Well & Pump for $963,000 for the New Elmo Water Well Project, plus $96,300 contingency
• Second reading of Ordinance No. 6-2026 to rezone ~10 acres along Sherwood Avenue between Browning Road and Blanco Park from M-2 and C-1 to C-2
• Introduce Ordinance No. 7-2026 to update municipal code terminology from 'secondary units' to 'accessory dwelling units'
• Discuss fee schedule and operating guidelines for the McFarland Commissary Launchpad at 103 W. Sherwood Avenue
• Approve expense report of $1,727,105.06 and payroll report of $494,349.86

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The McFarland Planning Commission will hold a regular meeting to decide on a residential setback variance for an accessory unit at 220 Cedar Grove and to approve Tentative Parcel Map 12657. The meeting will also include approval of the July 1, 2026 meeting minutes and public comment periods.

• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-11PC for a setback variance on an accessory unit at 220 Cedar Grove
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-12PC for Tentative Parcel Map 12657
• Approval of July 1, 2026, Regular Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

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The McFarland City Council will hold a special meeting to decide on a memorandum of understanding with West Star North Dairy and to place a ballot measure on concentrated animal feeding operations before voters in November 2026. The council will also consider public comments and hold a closed session regarding the Community Development Director position.

• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-94: Memorandum of Understanding with West Star North Dairy (Sherwood Ranch)
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-95: Ballot measure to amend Chapter 17.200 of the McFarland Municipal Code on concentrated animal feeding operations
• Public comment periods allocated for agenda and non-agenda items
• Closed session on Community Development Director employment matter
• Agenda approval and council statements as procedural items

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The McFarland City Council will hold public hearings on a proposed ordinance to rezone approximately 10 acres along Sherwood Avenue between Browning Road and Blanco Park from M-2 and C-1 to C-2, and on a variance for a block wall at 392 Maria Court. The consent agenda includes approval of a business license fee waiver for Community Health Centers of America, execution of agreements for a park and ride facility at Taylor and Mast Avenues and pavement rehabilitation on W. Perkins Avenue, and authorization for CalPERS member contribution pick-up.

• Public hearing to rezone ~10 acres along Sherwood Avenue from M-2 and C-1 to C-2 (Ordinance No. 6-2026)
• Public hearing for a variance on height and setbacks for a block wall at 392 Maria Court (Resolution 2026-88)
• Waiver of business license fee for Community Health Centers of America (Resolution 2026-87)
• Execution of supplement agreement F013 for a park and ride facility at Taylor Avenue and Mast Avenue (federal RTSP funding)
• Execution of supplement agreement F014 for pavement rehabilitation on W. Perkins Avenue from Garzoli Avenue to Frontage Road (federal RSTP funding)

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The City Council will meet for a special session on July 20, 2026. The meeting consists of procedural items and a closed session to discuss existing litigation.

• Closed session conference with legal counsel regarding West-Star Dairy v. City of McFarland

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The McFarland City Council will consider approving the sale of surplus city-owned properties to Terra Prima Ventures, LLC, and an application for federal hiring grants. The meeting also includes a public hearing on staff recruitment and a closed session regarding existing litigation.

• Approval of expense report ($829,404.09)
• Approval of payroll report ($456,605.46)
• Approval of purchase and sale agreement with Terra Prima Ventures, LLC
• Authorization to apply for FY 2026 COPS Hiring Program
• Closed session regarding West-Star Dairy v. City of McFarland

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The McFarland Planning Commission will hold public hearings to consider three resolutions regarding site improvements. The body will decide on a new illuminated sign and two property variances.

• Resolution No. 2026-8PC: New illuminated LED cabinet sign at 406 2nd Street
• Resolution No. 2026-9PC: Setback variance for an accessory unit at 220 Cedar Grove
• Resolution No. 2026-10PC: Height and setback variance for a block wall at 392 Maria Court

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The City Council will consider consent items including approval of a $751,012.84 expense report, a professional services agreement with ClearGov for budget software, and a second reading of an ordinance to amend the official zoning map for two parcels. The Council will also consider a resolution adopting a policy on disruption of telephonic service during meetings. No public hearings are scheduled.

• Approval of expense report in the amount of $751,012.84 for 5/30/2026 to 6/12/2026
• Professional services agreement with ClearGov, Inc. for budget cycle management and financial operations reporting software
• Second reading and adoption of Ordinance No. 5-2026 amending the official zoning map for Assessor's Parcels 060-030-12 and 060-030-08
• Resolution adopting a policy addressing disruption of telephonic service during City Council meetings
• Resolution amending procedural rules for the conduct of City Council meetings

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The Public Policy and Finance Committee will meet to review goals, objectives, and project updates. The agenda contains no other specific decision items or proposals.

• Review of goals, objectives, and project updates

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The McFarland City Council will vote on the Fiscal Year 2026-27 operating budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program. A public hearing is scheduled for Annexation 21, a General Plan Amendment, and pre-zoning of two parcels. Other notable actions include awarding a $2.3 million contract for Garzoli Avenue improvements and authorizing grant applications for fentanyl prevention and active transportation.

• Adoption of FY 2026-27 annual operating budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program (Item 16)
• Public hearing on Annexation 21, General Plan Amendment GPA 2026-70, and pre-zoning Ordinance No. 5-2026 (Item 12)
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-73 awarding contract to Bowman Asphalt, Inc. for Garzoli Avenue improvements ($2,288,333 base bid plus $511,423 contingency) (Item 15)
• Approval of Resolution No. 2026-72 to purchase a 2026 Ford Maverick XLT ($37,347.50) using Kern County Fentanyl Misuse and Overdose Prevention Task Force grant (Item 9)
• Approval of Resolutions No. 2026-66 and 2026-67 declaring city-owned properties on Perkins Avenue and Frontage Road as exempt surplus land (Items 7 and 8)

The McFarland City Council approved the FY 2026-27 annual operating budget, the 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program, and the annual appropriations limit. It also awarded a $2.29 million contract for the Garzoli Avenue pedestrian/landscaping improvements project and approved several resolutions, including surplus land declarations, a grant-funded vehicle purchase, and initiation of annexation proceedings. All votes were 4-0, with Councilmember Gonzalez absent.

• Adopted FY 2026-27 operating budget and 2026-31 Capital Improvement Program (4-0)
• Adopted FY 2026-27 annual appropriations limit (4-0)
• Awarded $2,288,333 contract to Bowman Asphalt for Garzoli Avenue improvements, plus up to $511,423.30 contingency (4-0)
• Approved initiation of proceedings for Annexation No. 21 (4-0)
• Approved initial study and negative declaration for General Plan Amendment GPA 2026-2 (4-0)
• Introduced Ordinance No. 5-2026 pre-zoning for Assessor's Parcels 060-030-12 and 060-030-08 (4-0)
• Approved $37,347.50 purchase of 2026 Ford Maverick XLT via Kern County fentanyl grant (4-0)
• Approved $61,276.50 purchase of skid steer loader for Public Works (4-0)

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The McFarland Quality-of-Life Committee is holding a special meeting with a single discussion item: reviewing its goals, objectives, and project updates. No specific projects, dollar amounts, or decisions are listed on the agenda. The meeting also includes public comment on agenda items.

• Review goals, objectives, and project updates

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The McFarland Public Safety Committee will hold a special meeting to review its goals, objectives, and project updates. The committee covers law enforcement, prison, PAL program, fire service, and public works. No specific proposals or financial items are listed on the agenda.

• Review of goals, objectives, and project updates (no specific proposals listed)

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The McFarland City Council will hold a special meeting to discuss closed-session negotiations for the lease or sale of multiple properties, including terms, price, and conditions. The council will also confer with legal counsel regarding an existing lawsuit filed by West-Star Dairy against the city.

• Closed-session negotiation for lease/sale of properties APNs 200-180-09, 201-604-03, 201-140-24, 201-140-23, 201-083-23 with Terra Prima Ventures LLC
• Legal consultation on West-Star Dairy v. City of McFarland lawsuit

The McFarland City Council held a special meeting on June 10, 2026, and approved direction to negotiate a development agreement related to a property sale. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting was brief and procedural.

• Approved sale direction to negotiate development agreement

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The Planning Commission will hold public hearings to recommend actions to the City Council regarding land use. The body is discussing a general plan amendment, a zoning map change, and the initiation of a territory annexation.

• Resolution No. 2026-4PC: Initiation of proceedings for Annexation No. 21
• Resolution No. 2026-5PC: Initial Study and Negative Declaration for General Plan Amendment (GPA 2026-2)
• Resolution No. 2026-7PC: Recommendation to amend the Official Zoning Map for Assessor's Parcels 060-030-12 and 060-030-08
• Pre-Zoning Ordinance (1-2026)

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The McFarland City Council will consider approving $200,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors from McFarland High School, funded by a $100,000 budget adjustment from the General Fund. Other items include adopting an ordinance to streamline permits for electric vehicle charging stations, accepting completed street rehabilitation projects, and setting the annual assessment for the Landscaping and Lighting District. A public hearing will be held on the landscaping assessment. The council also will approve travel expenses for a crime scene investigation course and waive business license fees for two Clinica Sierra Vista facilities.

• Approval of $200,000 in scholarships for McFarland High School seniors with a $100,000 General Fund budget adjustment
• Second reading and adoption of an ordinance creating an expedited permitting process for electric vehicle charging stations
• Acceptance of completed 2026 Street Rejuvenation Project by Doolittle Construction and 2025 Street Rehabilitation by Cen-Cal Construction
• Public hearing on the Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 1 for FY 2026/2027
• Approval of a conflict-of-interest code amendment and business license fee waivers for Clinica Sierra Vista WIC and Community Health Center

The McFarland City Council approved a consent agenda and several resolutions, including issuing $200,000 in scholarships to graduating seniors from McFarland High School with a $100,000 budget adjustment from the General Fund (4-0, with one abstention). The council also approved the landscaping and lighting assessment district levies for fiscal year 2026/2027, an addendum to the Economic Development Manager's employment agreement, and accepted completed street projects. All other items passed unanimously.

• Approved $200,000 in scholarships to McFarland High seniors with $100,000 budget adjustment (4-0, Gutierrez abstained)
• Approved Resolution 2026-62 for Landscaping and Lighting Assessment District No. 1 final engineer's report (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-63 ordering levy and collection of assessments for Assessment District No. 1 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-57 extending Paul Saldana's employment agreement by 12 months (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $290,860.67 expense report and street project completions (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance No. 4-2026 for streamlined EV charging station permitting (consent agenda, 5-0)

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The City Council will meet for a special session to report and discuss the preliminary budget for Fiscal Year 2026/2027. This is a listening session for the council and the public.

• Report and discussion of the Preliminary Budget for Fiscal Year 2026/2027

The special meeting was held as a listening session to report and discuss the City of McFarland's preliminary budget for fiscal year 2026/2027. No public comment was given, and no formal decisions, approvals, or votes were taken. The meeting adjourned after the presentation.

• No formal decisions made; budget discussion only

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The McFarland Planning Commission will consider a General Plan Amendment, a pre-zoning ordinance, and the initiation of annexation proceedings. The body will also vote on approving a home occupation permit.

• Approval of General Plan Amendment GPA 2026-02 and Negative Declaration
• Approval of Pre-Zoning Ordinance (1-2026) for parcels 060-030-12 and 060-030-08
• Approval of Annexation 21 proceedings with Kern County
• Approval of Home Occupation 2026-001 at 315 7th Street
• Approval of April 1, 2026, Regular Planning Commission Meeting Minutes

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The City Council will discuss submitting a proposed city charter to voters and calling for a general municipal election on November 3, 2026. The body is also reviewing ordinances regarding water theft and electric vehicle charging permits.

• Approval of expense report for $1,858,008.23 and payroll report for $669,685.07
• Proposed 2.52% service rate increase for Waste Management
• Purchase of a paint striping machine from Vista Paint for $18,075.58
• Ordinance No. 3-2026 prohibiting water theft and unauthorized hydrant connection
• Public hearing for Ordinance No. 4-2026 regarding streamlined EV charging station permits

The council approved a resolution to place a proposed city charter before voters at the November 3, 2026, statewide general election. It also approved a consent agenda including routine financial reports, two ordinances, and several resolutions, and introduced an ordinance to streamline permitting for electric vehicle charging stations. All votes were 5-0.

• Approved Resolution 2026-50 ordering submission of proposed city charter to voters (5-0)
• Approved consent agenda including $1,858,008.23 expense report and $669,685.07 payroll (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 2-2026 on nonconforming uses upon annexation (5-0)
• Adopted Ordinance 3-2026 prohibiting water theft and unauthorized hydrant use (5-0)
• Introduced Ordinance 4-2026 for expedited EV charging station permits (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-53 allowing Waste Management rate increase of 2.52% (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-49 extending fentanyl task force grant through June 30, 2026 (5-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-52 purchasing paint striping machine for $18,075.58 (5-0)

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The City Council will hold a special meeting to receive a report on a swimming pool. The body will provide direction to staff based on the options presented.

• Report and options regarding swimming pool

The McFarland City Council voted unanimously to rebuild the entire community pool, choosing option 2 from staff's report. The decision was made during a special meeting with no public comment. The motion passed 5-0.

• Approved rebuilding the entire community pool (5-0)

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The City Council will meet to approve resolutions for the purchase of city vehicles. This includes funding for zero-emission transit vans and several GMC trucks.

• Resolution 2026-45: $24,068 for electric zero-emission transit van purchase project (LCTOP)
• Resolution 2026-46: $157,196.04 for the purchase of four 2026 GMC Sierras

The McFarland City Council held a special meeting and approved two resolutions. Resolution 2026-45 authorizes the execution of certifications for the Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) for an electric zero-emission transit van purchase totaling $24,068. Resolution 2026-46 approves the purchase of four 2026 GMC Sierras in the amount of $157,196.04. Both motions passed by a 3-0 roll-call vote, with Mayor Saul Ayon and Councilmember Martin Gutierrez absent.

• Approved Resolution 2026-45 for LCTOP electric van purchase ($24,068) (3-0)
• Approved Resolution 2026-46 for purchase of four 2026 GMC Sierras ($157,196.04) (3-0)