Porterville public meetings in 2024

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider several routine approvals and a major reallocation of American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding. Items include contracts for police equipment, a pool improvement project, and a landscape agreement, as well as the proposed cancellation of the January 7, 2025 council meeting. The key decision is the transfer of $305,994 to fully fund the Porterville Navigation Center and $94,006 to the Community Center and Park Project, with authority given to the Finance Director to use any remaining ARPA funds for budget overruns.

• Reallocate $305,994 ARPA funds to fully fund the Porterville Navigation Center
• Reallocate $94,006 ARPA funds to the Community Center and Park Project
• Authorize $13,462.84 repair of Police Department boiler HVAC unit (Johnson Controls)
• Authorize up to $16,770.66 for Police truck engine replacement (Merle Stone Chevrolet)
• Award $561,222 contract for City Pool Improvements at 97 N. Park Drive

Adjourned Meeting

The Porterville City Council will certify the official canvass of the November 5, 2024 election, recognize outgoing Vice Mayor Kellie Carrillo and Mayor Martha A. Flores, and administer the oath of office to new council members. The meeting also includes reorganizing the council by appointing a new mayor and vice mayor, and considering appointments to various boards and commissions.

• Acceptance of official canvass and election results from Tulare County
• Recognition of Vice Mayor Kellie Carrillo and Mayor Martha A. Flores
• Administration of oath of office and seating of new city council
• Reorganization: appointment of mayor and vice mayor by council members
• Consideration of council appointments to boards and commissions

City Council

The Porterville City Council meets in closed session on property negotiations and litigation. In open session, the council will consider a consent calendar including the purchase of nine compressed natural gas buses for $7.49 million, a charging station replacement for $1.66 million, and a zero-emission maintenance facility for $2.08 million. A public hearing will be held on an amendment to the Permanent Local Housing Allocation 5-year plan. Scheduled matters include creating a standing cannabis committee and buying a Christmas banner for Main Street.

• Purchase of nine 35-foot CNG transit buses from New Flyer for $7,490,000
• Charging Station Replacement Project with Blink Network, LLC for $1,659,426
• Zero-Emission Maintenance Facility professional services with TKDA for $2,081,312
• Butterfield Stage Corridor consulting contracts: $175,000 (surveying) and $189,000 (materials testing)
• Public hearing on Permanent Local Housing Allocation 5-year Plan Amendment No. 3

City Council

The Porterville City Council will vote on a consent calendar that includes a $11,000,000 cooperative agreement with Tulare County Association of Governments for a zero-emission maintenance facility, multiple contracts for police vehicle, fuel system, fencing, and trash receptacles, and an extension of the zero-fare transit program. A second reading of an ordinance amending off-site parking regulations in residential zones is scheduled, and the council will consider establishing a standing cannabis committee. Closed session items include litigation and liability claims.

• Cooperative Agreement with TCAG for $11,000,000 for Zero-Emission Maintenance Facility Project
• Second Reading of Ordinance No. 1908 amending off-site parking in Residential Zone districts
• Authorization to replace Police Vehicle: $48,460 plus emergency equipment upfit $23,932.29
• General Services Agreement with Western Pump, Inc. for fuel system upgrades at City Corporation Yard and Porterville Airport ($365,000)
• General Services Agreement with BigBelly Solar, LLC for trash receptacles ($270,000)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider adopting a Parks Master Plan and authorizing the purchase of vehicles and equipment, including an encampment truck and a police vehicle upfit. The meeting also includes a public hearing on Main Street banner fees and a closed session regarding real estate negotiations and litigation.

• Adoption of Parks Master Plan
• Purchase of Encampment Truck ($48,772.72)
• Upfit Police Vehicle ($17,272.73)
• Public Hearing: Main Street Banner Program fees
• Closed Session: Real Property Negotiations

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a second reading of Ordinance No. 1906 to rezone approximately 447 acres (19 parcels) to Residential Neighborhood zone. It will also review amendments to the Development Ordinance, approve several contracts and purchases, and accept a DOE grant for zero‑emission vehicles. Additional items include a police truck engine replacement and a pipe purchase for the Zalud Park project.

• Ordinance No. 1906: Rezone ~447 acres (19 parcels) to Residential Neighborhood zone
• Ordinance No. 1907: Amend Series 200 and 300 of the Porterville Development Ordinance
• Police truck engine replacement contract up to $15,580.05 with Merle Stone Chevrolet
• Purchase of 1,300 ft of 12" C900 pipe for Zalud Park project, cost up to $57,915
• Accept $121,930 DOE Energy Efficiency grant to purchase three zero‑emission vehicles (total cost $153,156.08)

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a series of routine consent items, including a $1,000,000 American Rescue Plan Act grant for homeless services. A public hearing will address the South of Tule River District Master Plan and related zoning changes. Additional agenda items cover fire department equipment, transit planning, and community event approvals.

• Approve $1,000,000 ARPA grant to support homeless services
• Authorize purchase of fire department SCBA mask fit test machine for $18,452.59
• Award Fehr & Peers up to $174,550 for the 2025‑2030 Short‑Range Transit Plan
• Public hearing on South of Tule River District Master Plan with zoning and CEQA resolutions
• Consider amendments to the Development Ordinance to ease storage and medical facility development

City Council

The City Council is meeting to consider awarding a base bid for the Butterfield Stage Corridor project. This project involves a 3.9-mile stretch along the former Southern Pacific Railway line.

• Awarding the Butterfield Stage Corridor project base bid to Yarbs Grading & Paving of Fowler for $19,013,838.50

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing to update the Public Health & Safety Element and adopt an Environmental Justice Element for the 2030 General Plan. The body is also deciding on several equipment purchases, project acceptances, and the location for a new Public Safety Headquarters.

• Public hearing for Porterville 2030 General Plan updates regarding Public Health, Safety, and Environmental Justice
• Acceptance of Animal Shelter Project at 185 N. "D" Street at a cost of $7,401,116.68
• Authorization for Zero-Emission Maintenance Facility design services estimated at $1,500,000
• Purchase of Routeware waste collection technology for $192,514.32 plus a $15,090.00 monthly subscription
• Proposed 90-day extension of the zero-fare public transportation program at an estimated cost of $100,000

The City Council unanimously approved a resolution amending the Porterville 2030 General Plan to include the Public Health & Safety Element update and adopt the new Environmental Justice Element. The council also approved the consent calendar, which included several contracts and purchases, and selected Centennial Plaza as the location for the new Emergency Operations Center & Public Safety Headquarters.

• Adopted Resolution No. 71-2024 amending General Plan with Public Health & Safety and Environmental Justice Elements (unanimous)
• Approved consent calendar items 4-17, including Routeware waste collection equipment purchase ($192,514.32 initial cost) (unanimous)
• Approved COAR Design Group's recommendation for Emergency Operations Center & Public Safety Headquarters at Centennial Plaza (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Javier Hamilton (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Karina Villareal (unanimous)
• Appointed Stan Green to District 5 City Council seat in lieu of election (Resolution No. 70-2024)
• Extended Zero-Fare Program for public transportation for 90 days through December 31, 2024
• Awarded emergency board-up services contracts to MTZ Building Solutions, Benevento's Cleaning & Restoration Service, Inc., and The Lopez Construction Family LLC

City Council

The Porterville City Council will consider a series of authorizations, including equipment purchases, service agreements, and public‑event approvals. Items range from a $240,350 purchase of headworks grinders to a $223,449 consultant contract for an Active Transportation Plan. The council will also vote on a traffic‑signal upgrade, a street‑closure for Pioneer Days, and a HVAC unit for the Navigation Center.

• Authorize purchase of two headworks grinders from Duperon, up to $240,350
• Authorize consultant agreement with GHD, Inc. for Active Transportation Plan, $223,449
• Authorize repair/upgrade of traffic signal at Olive Avenue & E Street, up to $25,196
• Authorize purchase of HVAC unit for Porterville Navigation Center, $12,600
• Authorize temporary closure of Main Street and nearby streets on Oct 5 for Pioneer Days

The City Council unanimously approved a 17-item consent calendar covering purchases, contracts, and approvals. In public hearings, it approved the Westfield Residential Development vesting tentative subdivision map and the 2023-2024 CAPER report. The Council also selected Option 2 for the new library design (24,600 sq ft, $30M) and directed staff to research funding options. A claim by Melanie Rodriguez was rejected in closed session.

• Approved 17-item consent calendar including traffic signal repair ($25,196), headworks grinders ($240,350), and HVAC ($12,600) (unanimous)
• Approved Westfield Residential Development vesting tentative subdivision map (unanimous)
• Approved 2023-2024 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report for HUD submission (unanimous)
• Approved vacation of a portion of College Avenue (unanimous)
• Selected Option 2 for library design (24,600 sq ft, $30M) and directed funding research (unanimous)
• Rejected liability claim by Melanie Rodriguez (unanimous)

City Council

The City Council will review several procurement requests for firefighting gear, water purification, and refuse trucks. The body is also deciding on commission appointments and a policy for displaying flags and banners on city facilities.

• Purchase of six sets of firefighting turnouts from LN Curtis for up to $24,688.75
• RFP for two mini side loading refuse trucks estimated at $400,000
• RFP for trash receptacles estimated at $360,000
• Media sponsorship for 2024 Porterville Veterans Homecoming Day Parade up to $12,500
• Purchase of an Ultrapure Water Purification System not to exceed $7,018

Adjourned Regular Meeting

The City Council will conduct public hearings on the 2024‑2025 assessments for the Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts and consider adopting a resolution to continue district maintenance. A second hearing will address the annexation of Royal Oaks Phase 2 Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District into District 56, with a draft resolution to approve the engineer’s report and assessment method. The council may adopt these resolutions after receiving public comment.

• Public hearing on 2024‑2025 assessments for Landscape and Lighting Maintenance Districts
• Consideration of draft resolution to continue district maintenance and confirm engineer’s report
• Public hearing on annexation of Royal Oaks Phase 2 Landscape and Lighting Maintenance District into District 56
• Consideration of draft resolution approving engineer’s report and assessment method for annexation

City Council

The City Council is considering several high-cost project proposals and routine maintenance contracts. The body will also review financial reports and discuss the status of a local flood emergency declaration.

• Request for Proposals for Charging Station Replacement estimated at $1,585,000
• Request for Proposals for Security Improvements estimated at $260,000
• Request for Proposals for Fuel System Upgrades estimated at $300,000
• Refuse truck engine repair by Cummins Pacific not to exceed $34,675
• Purchase of a trailer for the encampment abatement program for $12,389.31

City Council

The Porterville City Council will meet on July 16, 2024, to vote on multiple contracts and purchases, including the Main Street Reconstruction Project Phase 2A ($1,322,219) and police vehicle replacements totaling $240,000. The agenda also includes closed-session discussions on labor negotiations and property claims, as well as reports on water conservation and Fourth of July fireworks enforcement.

• Approve Main Street Reconstruction Project Phase 2A (Garden Ave to Putnam Ave) for $1,322,219 to MAC General Engineering Inc.
• Authorize purchase of three 2024 Chevrolet Silverado trucks and one 2024 Chevrolet Tahoe for Special Methods and Resources Team, totaling $240,000
• Ratify emergency $10,700 AC unit purchase for Tulare County Sheriff's Department at airport hangar
• Authorize $234,185 SCADA equipment upgrade for city systems
• Accept $704,509.90 Fire Station 72 classroom remodel project completion

City Council

The City Council will hold a public hearing regarding the proposed 2024-2025 fiscal year budget. Additional business includes discussing a 90-day zero-fare program for Porterville Transit and authorizing a new transit management agreement.

• Public hearing for adoption of Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
• Negotiation of four Police Interceptor Ford Explorers up to $238,500
• Purchase of Santa Fe Sportsplex bleachers for $57,092.71
• Main Street Reconstruction Project completion for $1,903,893.41
• 90-day zero-fare program for Porterville Transit starting July 1, 2024

City Council

The City Council will consider the proposed 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Budget and schedule a public hearing for June 18, 2024. The agenda also includes various consent calendar items regarding city contracts, equipment purchases, and public safety agreements.

• Lease of six additional Flock Safety automated license plate readers for $36,000 per year
• Approval of the 2024-2025 Self-Performed Street Maintenance Program for $2,000,000
• Purchase of a Dell EMC ML3 Tape Library for $14,176.43
• Purchase of Sophos XGS 3100 security devices for $20,340.98
• Authorization of a $35,000 contract for Fire Department Chief Fire Officer classes

City Council

The City Council will consider transitioning to Phase III of the Water Conservation Plan and a public hearing regarding the Crestview Park Residential Development. Additional items include discussions on infrastructure reimbursements, road reconstruction, and special event funding.

• Reimbursement for Chevron project transportation improvements up to $102,393.28
• Main Street Reconstruction Project, Phase 2A (Garden Avenue to Putnam Avenue) bidding authorization
• Negotiation of contract with Resource Consultants not to exceed $52,425
• Allocation of up to $5,000 for special events at the Porterville Navigation Center
• Public hearing regarding Crestview Park Residential Development

City Council

The City Council is holding a special meeting to conduct a study session. The council will consider priority projects for the 2024/2025 fiscal year.

• Study session regarding priority projects for FY 2024-2025

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent calendar items including police vehicle and handgun purchases. The meeting also includes public hearings regarding housing allocations and a water conservation plan transition.

• Purchase of a Police Department crime scene vehicle for $347,359.00
• Negotiation to purchase 90 Glock handguns for $74,528.60
• Transit bus engine repairs not to exceed $25,078
• Freedom Fest Fireworks contract award of $30,000
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation award of $39,386 for Central California Family Crisis Center

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent calendar items including equipment repairs and vehicle purchases. Public hearings include a review of police military equipment use and the 2024/25 Community Development Block Grant Action Plan.

• Emergency repairs to Rocky Hill Reservoir communication for up to $17,565
• Replacement of shop roll-up door for up to $13,147
• Purchase of five refuse trucks with a price increase of $185,318
• Repair of Electric Vehicle Charger at the Transit Center for up to $14,828.00
• Purchase of loan servicing software for $19,960.00 in the first year

City Council

The Council will consider a new ordinance regulating unsafe camping and property storage. Other items include real estate negotiations, various department service agreements, and project funding.

• Ordinance No. 1905 regarding unsafe/unauthorized camping and storage of personal property
• West Street Extension Improvements Project design agreement for $858,300
• Fire Department vehicle repair not to exceed $37,050.06
• UC Davis Grant for Pet Pantry and Pest Control Program in the amount of $81,561.00
• Real property negotiation with Thomas J. and Deborah L. O'Sullivan Trust

City Council

The Porterville City Council will discuss reorganizing the Public Works Department to establish a new Transportation Department. The agenda also includes public hearings for alcohol license requests and a review of the local flood emergency declaration.

• $22,081 repair for City Well No. 15 at Morton Ave. and G St.
• $500,000 HOME grant application for low-income homebuyers
• Reorganization of Public Works to create a Transportation Department
• Alcohol license request for Sports Cuts Bar & Lounge at 41 N Main Street
• Alcohol license modification for Sherwood Handy Market at 1907 W. Morton Avenue

City Council

The City Council will consider awarding a contract for the Santa Fe Byway Revitalization and Beautification Project. The meeting also includes a public hearing for a new convenience store and service station at North Grand Avenue and Highway 65.

• $4,091,908.89 contract award to S & B Sons, Inc. for Santa Fe Byway improvements
• Public hearing for a convenience store and service station at North Grand Avenue and Highway 65
• Draft ordinance regulating unauthorized camping and storage of personal property
• $14,980 purchase of two commercial air conditioner units from TAM -N-TJ'Z Cooling Inc.
• $54,700 technology upgrade for the Emergency Operations Center

City Council

The City Council will consider several consent calendar items including equipment purchases and housing fund allocations. The meeting also includes a review of local drought and flood emergency declarations.

• Awarding $174,048.27 in PLHA funds to Central California Family Crisis Center, Family Services of Tulare County, and Kings View
• Purchase of relief valves for the CNG Fueling Station from Surface Pumps, Inc. for up to $19,461
• Repair of City Well 7 at Orange Avenue and South Western Street for up to $10,330
• Purchase of a printer/copier for the Administration Department for $9,500.00
• Termination of animal services agreements with the Cities of Lindsay and Woodlake

City Council

The City Council will consider several infrastructure appropriations, including storm drain funding and animal shelter project financing. The meeting also includes reviews of local drought and flood emergency declarations.

• Repair of City Well No. AP-2 by Mario Sagredo Electrical for up to $15,008
• Appropriation of $418,000 from Local Transportation Fund and $121,000 from Sewer Revolving Fund for Thurman Avenue & Third Street Storm Drain Project
• Appropriation of $1,800,000 from Capital Construction/Improvement Designated Fund for the Animal Shelter project
• Request for Proposals for the Santa Fe Byway Project art component
• Procurement of bids for the City Pool Improvements Project

City Council

The City Council will hold a study session to review regulatory and administrative options for addressing homelessness in Porterville. The discussion includes regulations concerning camping and the protection of critical infrastructure.

• Study session regarding homelessness, camping regulations, and infrastructure protection

City Council

The City Council will consider various consent calendar items including equipment purchases and project acceptances. Scheduled matters include an employment agreement for Patrice Hildreth and a resolution regarding liberty and medical freedom.

• Purchase of emergency power generators up to $416,548
• Purchase of a police vehicle up to $78,000 plus 10% contingency
• Repair of the Westwood Estates block wall up to $7,700
• Phase 2 of Well No. 34 Project construction management services for $139,218
• Extension of Reclamation Area Lease Agreement with Rick Perigo for $94,604.40 annually