Needles, CA
NeedlesCA averageUS Census ACS
Median home value
$134,400 Typical home value $185,871 -3.6% yr/yr · -1.1% 5-yr
Próximas reuniones
Tue Sep 1, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
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(INF) INFORMATION ONLY
(DIS) DISCRETIONARY
AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 1, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
1111 BAILEY AVENUE, NEEDLES
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IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING
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CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - Grant an excused absence to Commissioners Brown and Walters
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
(ACT)
CORRESPONDENCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE: Persons wishing to address the Board on subjects other than those
scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chairman, please come to the
podium and announce your name and address for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a
three minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments
to California Government Code Sec. 54950 prohibits the Board from taking action on a specific item
until it appears on the agenda.
PRESENTATION (A ten minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code
Section 2-18)
1.
Presentation on …
Tue Sep 1, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
Wed Sep 2, 2026
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
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City of Needles
817 Third Street, Needles, California 92363
(760) 326-2113 FAX (760) 326-6765
www.cityofneedles.com
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the regularly scheduled meeting of the
Planning Commission of the City of Needles to be held on Wednesday,
September 2, 2026, is hereby cancelled. The next regularly scheduled
meeting will be Wednesday, October 7, 2026.
Candace Clark
City Clerk
Posted: August 28, 2026
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Henry Longbrake
Councilmember Larry Ford
City Manager Patrick Martinez
Wed Sep 2, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Tue Sep 8, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Tue Sep 8, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Wed Sep 23, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Reuniones recientes
Wed Aug 26, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Wed Aug 26, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Housing Commission to review PHARS results and housing authority update
The Needles Housing Commission will hear updates on the Housing Authority and review results of the Public Housing Agency Recovery & Sustainability (PHARS) assessments. Commissioners will also vote to approve the minutes from the July 22, 2026 meeting. The agenda includes standard procedural items like public comments and a city manager report.
- Housing Authority City of Needles update
- PHARS assessment results and determinations
- Approval of July 22, 2026 meeting minutes
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF
THE HOUSING COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS OR IN PERSON
AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE
MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
AS A COURTESY TO THOSE IN ATTENDANCE, WE WOULD ASK THAT CELL PHONES BE TURNED OFF OR SET
IN THEIR SILENT MODE. THANK YOU
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the Commissioners on subjects other than those scheduled
are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chair, please announce your name and address for the
record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal
Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950 prohibits the Commissioners
from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.
REGULAR ITEMS
1. Housing Authority City of Needles Update
2. Public Housin …
Mon Aug 17, 2026
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Needles Parks & Recreation Commission cancels Aug. 17 meeting
The Needles Park & Recreation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for August 17, 2026, is cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regular meeting is set for September 14, 2026.
- Meeting cancelled due to lack of agenda items
- Next regular meeting scheduled for September 14, 2026
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CITY OF NEEDLES
Recreation & Parks Department
1705 J Street Needles California 92363
(760) 326-2814 Fax (760) 326-2815
jvalenzuela@cityofneedles.com
Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Jennifer Valenzuela, Recreation Manager
Recreation & Parks Commission:
Manuel Calderon, Chair
Suzanne Torres, Vice Chair
Dr. Mary McNeil, Commissioner
JR Rodriguez, Commissioner
Casey Pletcher, Commissioner
Lorie Long, Commissioner
Maria Rodriguez-McAndrews, Commissioner
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the regularly scheduled meeting
of the Needles Park & Recreation Commission of the City of
Needles to be held on Monday, August 17, 2026, is hereby
cancelled due to a lack of agenda items. The next regularly
scheduled meeting will be on Monday, September 14, 2026.
Jennifer Valenzuela
Recreation Service Manager
Posted: August 14, 2026
Tue Aug 11, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Council to consider adopting 2025 California Fire Code and kratom sales ban
The Needles City Council will hold a regular meeting with an executive session for real property and labor negotiations. In open session, they will consider adopting the 2025 California Fire Code via ordinance, approving a five-year street improvement plan, and introducing an ordinance to prohibit kratom sales. They will also receive updates on the Housing Authority recovery plan and routine financial reports.
- Ordinance 685-AC adopting 2025 California Fire Code with San Bernardino County amendments (public hearing Sept 8, 2026)
- Resolution 2026-34 approving Measure I Five Year Local Street Capital Improvement Plan FY 2026/27-2030/31
- Resolution 2026-35 authorizing petition to USDOT for time zone boundary change
- Ordinance 686-AC adding Section 14-21 to prohibit sale of kratom
- Executive session on potential lease of Tri-State Alano Club at 801 Third Street
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
TUESDAY, AUGUST 11, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON
ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
A three-minute time limit per person has been established.
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code Section
54956.8. Property: Tri-State Alano Club located at 801 Third Street, Needles, CA. Agency Negotiator:
City Manager Patrick Martinez or his designee. Negotiating Parties: City of Needles as potential lessor and
Tri-State Alano Club as Potential tenant. Under negotiation: Price and Terms of Potential lease.
b. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6 Agency
designated representatives: Mayor Janet Jernigan, Vice Mayor El …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Needles Planning Commission reviews long-term growth blueprint in public workshop
The Needles Planning Commission holds a regular meeting to discuss city planning matters. A non-action educational presentation will review the City of Needles General Plan, its legal framework, required elements, and role in guiding land use and development decisions. No formal decisions will be made at this meeting.
- General Plan overview presentation (no action taken)
- Approval of June 3, 2026 meeting minutes
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 05, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
EL GARCES, 950 FRONT ST., NEEDLES
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS OR IN PERSON
AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE
MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
AS A COURTESY TO THOSE IN ATTENDANCE, WE WOULD ASK THAT CELL PHONES BE
TURNED OFF OR SET IN THEIR SILENT MODE. THANK YOU
PRESENTATIONS
(A ten-minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18.)
1. Planning will provide an overview of the City of Needles General Plan, the City's long-range blueprint
for growth and development. The presentation will cover the purpose and legal framework of the
General Plan, its required elements, how it guides land use and development decisions, its relationship
to the Development Code, and the Planning Commission's responsibilities in ensuring that future
planning decisions are consistent with the General Plan. The workshop is intended …
Wed Aug 5, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Tue Aug 4, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES - CANCELED
Needles Board of Public Utilities meeting canceled for August 4, 2026
The regular meeting of the Needles Board of Public Utilities scheduled for August 4, 2026, has been canceled. The next meeting is set for September 1, 2026, at 4:00 p.m. in the City Council Chambers.
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Mayor Janet Jernigan
CITY OF NEEDLE S Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
817 Third Street e Needles, California 92363 Councilmember Henry Longbrake
(760) 326-2113. © FAX (760) 326-6765 Cie tie nanne
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION OF MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
After consulting with Chairman Campbell, notice is hereby given that the regular
meeting of the Board to be held on Tuesday, August 4, 2026 is being canceled. The
next regular meeting is scheduled to be held on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 4:00
p.m. at the City Council Chambers, 1111 Bailey Avenue, Needles.
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Chery K. Sallig) $) Secretary
Board of Public Utilities
Dated: July 27, 2026
Posted: July 27, 2026
Wed Jul 29, 2026
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
Administrative hearing regarding public nuisance at 250 Balboa Place
The City of Needles is holding an administrative hearing to discuss a public nuisance matter. This item is a continuation of a hearing from June 25, 2026.
- Public nuisance hearing for 250 Balboa Place (Owner: Purest USA, LLC)
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AGENDA
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PUBLIC NUISANCE
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1111 BAILEY AVE
JULY 29, 2026 - 9:00 A.M. PST
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PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY BEFORE THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING BY EMAILING
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CORRESPONDENCE
REGULAR ITEMS - Members of the public may address the Hearing Officer on matters scheduled on the
agenda. If you desire to be heard by the Hearing Officer on a matter, please come to the podium at the time
the agenda item is announced.
NEW BUSINESS: Continued from June 25, 2026
1. 250 Balboa Place, Needles, California 92363
Owner(s) Purest USA, LLC
APN 0660-081-39-0000
ADJOURNMENT
Posted: July 24, 2026
SB 343 - DOCUMENTS RELATED TO OPEN SESSION AGENDAS -Any public record, relating to an open session agenda
item, that is distributed within 72 hours prior to a meeting is available for public inspection at the Needles Administrative Office,
817 Third Street, Needles, CA 92363. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act, if you need special assistance …
Tue Jul 28, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Council to reconsider charter amendment on compensation, vote on bond measure for November election
The City Council will consider a consent calendar including approval of warrants, minutes, election sign regulations, a general obligation bond measure for the November election, and an Opportunity Zone application. The main regular item is a reconsideration of a charter amendment measure regarding city council compensation for the November ballot. Reports from the city attorney, clerk, and manager, as well as council member requests, are also scheduled.
- Reconsideration of Resolution 2026-29 for a charter amendment on council compensation to be placed on the November 3, 2026 ballot
- Adoption of Ordinance 684-AC ordering a General Obligation Bond Measure for the November 3, 2026 election
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-33 supporting an Opportunity Zone 2.0 designation for Census Tract 06071010700
- Approval of warrants register through July 28, 2026
- Adoption of Resolution 2026-32 establishing temporary noncommercial election sign parameters
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
TUESDAY, JULY 28, 2026
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR
TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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VICE MAYOR CAMPBELL WILL BE PARTICIPATING REMOTELY FROM 1007 E. OAK, WILLIAMS, AZ 86046
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures
As a courtesy to those in attendance, we would ask that cell phones be turned off or set in their
silent mode. Thank you
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the City Council on subjects other than those
scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Mayor, please announce your name
and address for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has
been established by Municipal Code Section 2 -18. Amendments to the California Governmen …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Wed Jul 22, 2026
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
City Council to consider appeal of Purest USA LLC cultivation permit denial
The council will hear the appeal of a denied cultivation regulatory permit renewal submitted by Purest USA LLC, located at 250 Balboa Place (APN 0660-081-39-0000). After the public portion, the council will enter an executive session for a conference with legal counsel about a potential litigation case under California Government Code section 54956.9(4)(d)(1). The meeting also includes a brief public comment period.
- Appeal of denial of cultivation regulatory permit renewal for Purest USA LLC, 250 Balboa Place, APN 0660-081-39-0000
- Executive session conference with legal counsel on potential litigation under California Government Code section 54956.9(4)(d)(1)
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AGENDA
SPECIAL MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 – 5:00 PM
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR
TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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Vice Mayor Campbell will be participating via Teams from 325 Descanso Ave., Ojai, CA 93023
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
As a courtesy to those in attendance, we would ask that cell phones be turned off or set in their silent
mode. Thank you
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the City Council on subjects other than those scheduled
are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Mayor, please announce your name and address for
the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by
Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950 prohibits the
City Council from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.
REGULAR ITEM
1. Appeal of Denial of Cultivation Regulatory Permit Renewal Application PUREST USA LLC 250 Balboa …
Wed Jul 22, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Housing Commission to review HACN budget for fiscal year ending June 30, 2027
The Housing Commission will receive an update from the Housing Authority of the City of Needles. The body will also review the HACN budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, for City Council approval.
- HACN budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027
- Housing Authority of the City of Needles update
- Appointment of a Chair and Vice Chair
- Approval of March 25, 2026 minutes
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JULY 22, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS OR IN PERSON
AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE
MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
APPOINTMENT OF A CHAIR & VICE CHAIR
AS A COURTESY TO THOSE IN ATTENDANCE, WE WOULD ASK THAT CELL PHONES BE TURNED OFF
OR SET IN THEIR SILENT MODE. THANK YOU
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the Commissioners on subjects other than those
scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chair, please announce your name and
address for the record. In order to conduct a timely m eeting, a three -minute time limit per person has been
established by Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950
prohibits the Commissioners from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.
REGULAR ITEMS
1. Housing Authority of the C …
Mon Jul 20, 2026
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Regular Parks & Recreation Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
The Needles Parks & Recreation Commission's regular meeting scheduled for July 20, 2026 was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No agenda items were considered. The next regular meeting is set for August 17, 2026.
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CITY OF NEEDLES
Recreation & Parks Department
1705 J Street Needles California 92363
(760) 326-2814 Fax (760) 326-2815
jvalenzuela@cityofneedles.com
Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Jennifer Valenzuela, Recreation Manager
Recreation & Parks Commission:
Manuel Calderon, Chair
Suzanne Torres, Vice Chair
Cindy DeLeon-Melvin, Commissioner
JR Rodriguez, Commissioner
Casey Pletcher, Commissioner
Lorie Long, Commissioner
Maria Rodriguez-McAndrews, Commissioner
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the regularly scheduled meeting
of the Needles Park & Recreation Commission of the City of
Needles to be held on Monday, July 20, 2026, is hereby cancelled
due to lack of quorum. The next regularly scheduled meeting
will be on Monday, August 17, 2026.
Jennifer Valenzuela
Recreation Service Manager
Posted: July 17, 2026
Mon Jul 20, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Tue Jul 14, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
El Concejo Municipal de Needles considera aumentos de impuestos y medidas de bonos para la elección de noviembre
El Concejo Municipal discutirá varias medidas de boleta para la elección del 3 de noviembre de 2026, incluyendo un aumento del impuesto de ocupación transitoria y un bono de obligación general. Además, el concejo considerará una solicitud de subvención para un proyecto de estacionamiento de camiones y la compra de un remolque.
- Compra de un remolque de tipo pole/reel/dump de Brooks Brothers Trailers por un monto que no exceda los $55,060
- Solicitud para el Proyecto de Área de Estacionamiento Seguro para Camiones a través del Programa INFRA del U.S. DOT
- Resolución que solicita un aumento de cuatro puntos porcentuales en el Impuesto de Ocupación Transitoria
- Resolución de Necesidad para una Medida de Bono de Obligación General
- Medida de Enmienda a la Carta con respecto a la compensación del Concejo Municipal
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✓ Decidido: Council fails to approve compensation amendment; no other votes
The Needles City Council held a regular meeting on July 14, 2026, but the only substantive action was a failed motion to amend compensation from $250 to $150 per month, which was defeated by a roll call vote of 3-2. The rest of the meeting consisted of reports from the city attorney, clerk, and manager, plus council member requests and comments, with no other decisions made.
- Compensation amendment from $250 to $150 per month failed (3-2; Ayes: Ford, Pogue, Longbrake; Noes: Campbell, Belt; Absent: Mccorkle)
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
TUESDAY, JULY 14, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR
TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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The meetings are being recorded.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
A three-minute time limit per person has been established.
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency designated representatives: Mayor Janet Jernigan, Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell, Councilman
Henry Longbrake Unrepresented Employee: City Clerk
b. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE PERFORMANCE EVALUATION – Pursuant to Government Code Section
54957 Title: City Clerk
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT - by City Attorney
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary …
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The compensation amount was amended from $250 to $150 per month.
Motion failed by the following roll call vote:
Ayes: Council Member Ford, Pogue, Longbrake
Noes: Vice Mayor Campbe ll and Council Member Belt
Absent: Council Member Mccorkle
Abstain: None
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT given by City Attorney Robert Patterson
CITY CLERK REPORT - given by City Clerk Candace Clark
CITY MANAGER REPORT - given by City Manager Patrick Martinez
COUNCIL REQUESTS
Council Member Ford
• Stated we should have done more for the 250 th celebration and urged staff to plan for a big celebration
honoring the 100th year of Route 66.
• Asked about speed limit signs on Parkway
Vice Mayor Campbell
• Spoke about the upcoming 250th/100th Celebration on November 7, 2026
• Thanked Sheriff's department for the dry water event
• Offered condolences to Dr. Mary McNeil on the passing of her sister-in-law
Council Member Pogue
• No Requests
Council Member Belt
• Asked about imposing a time limit or charge for the parking lot at Jack Smith park
• Requested staff look into getting rinse stations at the beaches
• Reminded staff to stay on top of keeping the beaches clean
Council Member Longbrake
• Agreed with Council Member Ford on the lack of celebration of the 250th anniversary of the United States
• Thanked staff for fixing the streetlights
Mayor Jernigan
• Reported on the upcoming Route 66 sign by the bridge
• Reported that the Route 66 magazine printed an article featuring the Wagon Wheel and Needles …
Tue Jul 7, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
La Junta considerará un MOU para la instalación de una cámara de ALERT California en los tanques superiores
La Junta votará sobre asuntos de consentimiento que incluyen la aprobación de actas, una declaración anual de depósito para las transferencias del año fiscal 2026-2027 de NPUA a las cuentas de la Ciudad, y la compra de un remolque de poste/carrete/volquete que no exceda los $55,060. Un asunto regular autoriza al Administrador de la Ciudad a ejecutar un MOU de acceso al sitio con Scripps Institution para la instalación de una cámara de seguridad pública de ALERT California en los tanques superiores. Los informes incluyen el apoyo operativo de EUSI para la planta de aguas residuales y un informe de derechos perfeccionados para abril y mayo de 2026.
- Aprobar actas de la reunión ordinaria del 2 de junio de 2026
- Aprobar la Declaración Anual de Depósito para las transferencias mensuales de NPUA para el servicio de la deuda de bonos y otros pagos
- Autorizar la compra de un remolque de poste/carrete/volquete de Brooks Brothers Trailers que no exceda los $55,060
- Autorizar un MOU con Scripps Institution para la instalación de una cámara de ALERT California en los tanques superiores
- Recibir el informe de servicios de apoyo operativo de EUSI para mayo de 2026
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE
BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES
OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
TUESDAY, JULY 7, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
1111 BAILEY AVENUE, NEEDLES
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IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING
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CALL TO ORDER - ROLL CALL - Grant an excused absence to Commissioners Brown and
Jones
APPROVAL OF AGENDA (ACT)
CORRESPONDENCE
PUBLIC APPEARANCE: Persons wishing to address the Board on subjects other than those
scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chairman, please come to the
podium and announce your name and address for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a
three minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments
to California Government Code Sec. 54950 prohibits the Board from taking action on a specific item
until it appears on the agenda.
CONSENT CALENDAR: All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and
will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. The Chai …
Wed Jul 1, 2026
CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Reunión de la Comisión de Planificación de Needles cancelada
La reunión regular de la Comisión de Planificación programada para el 1 de julio de 2026 ha sido cancelada. La próxima reunión regular se llevará a cabo el 5 de agosto de 2026.
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City of Needles
817 Third Street, Needles, California 92363
(760) 326-2113 FAX (760) 326-6765
www.cityofneedles.com
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the regularly scheduled meeting
of the Planning Commission of the City of Needles to be held on
Wednesday, July 1 , 2026 , is hereby cancelled . The next
regularly scheduled meeting will be Wednesday, August 5, 2026.
Candace Clark
City Clerk
Posted: June 23, 2026
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Henry Longbrake
Councilmember Larry Ford
City Manager Patrick Martinez
Thu Jun 25, 2026
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING
La ciudad celebra audiencia de molestia pública sobre tres propiedades
La ciudad de Needles celebra una audiencia administrativa para abordar quejas de molestia pública en tres propiedades: un lote baldío en 608 W. Broadway, una propiedad en 250 Balboa Place y una propiedad en 1195 Third Street. El oficial de la audiencia recibirá comentarios públicos y considerará acciones con respecto a las supuestas molestias.
- 608 W. Broadway – lote baldío, propietario Stive Barrera-Arita, APN 0186-111-14-0000
- 250 Balboa Place – propietario Purest USA LLC, APN 0660-081-39-0000
- 1195 Third Street – propietario Lodging Ventures LLC, APN 0185-211-33-0000
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AGENDA
ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING PUBLIC NUSIANCE
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS – 1111 BAILEY AVE
JUNE 25, 2026 - 9:00 A.M. PST
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PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY BEFORE THE ADMINISTRATIVE HEARING BY EMAILING
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CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
CORRESPONDENCE
REGULAR ITEMS - Members of the public may address the Hearing Officer on matters scheduled on the
agenda. If you desire to be heard by the Hearing Officer on a matter, please come to the podium at the time
the agenda item is announced.
NEW BUSINESS:
1. 608 W. Broadway, Needles, California 92363 – VACANT LOT
Owner(s) Stive, Barrera-Arita
APN 0186-111-14-0000
2. 250 Balboa Place, Needles, California 92363
Owner(s) Purest USA, LLC
APN 0660-081-39-0000
3. 1195 Third Street, Needles, California 92363
Owner(s) Lodging Ventures LLC
APN 0185-211-33-0000
ADJOURNMENT
Posted: June 18, 2026
SB 343 - DOCUMENTS RELATED TO OPEN SESSION AGENDAS -Any public record, relating to an open session agenda
item, that is distributed within 72 hours prior to a meeting is availabl …
Wed Jun 24, 2026
CANCELLED DUE TO LACK OF QUORUM - REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Cancelado por falta de quórum
Esta reunión ordinaria de la Needles Housing Commission fue cancelada porque no hubo quórum. La agenda incluía actualizaciones informativas sobre la Housing Authority y su presupuesto para el año fiscal 2026-27, así como la aprobación de las actas de la reunión anterior.
- Actualización de la Housing Authority of the City of Needles (informativa)
- Actualización del Presupuesto de la Housing Authority para el Año Fiscal 2026-27 (informativa)
- Aprobar las Actas del 25 de marzo de 2026
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 24, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS OR IN PERSON
AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE
MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
AS A COURTESY TO THOSE IN ATTENDANCE, WE WOULD ASK THAT CELL PHONES BE TURNED OFF OR
SET IN THEIR SILENT MODE. THANK YOU
PRESENTATIONS
(A ten-minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18.)
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the Commissioners on subjects other than those scheduled
are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chair, please announce your name and address for the
record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal
Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950 prohibits the Commissioners
from taking action on a specific item unt …
Tue Jun 23, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
El Concejo adoptará el presupuesto para el AF 2026-2027 y fijará la elección para noviembre
El Concejo llevará a cabo una audiencia pública y votará sobre los presupuestos operativo y de capital para el año fiscal 2026-2027 de la ciudad, la autoridad de servicios públicos y la autoridad de vivienda. También adoptará una resolución que convoca a una elección municipal general el 3 de noviembre de 2026, consolidada con la elección estatal. Otros temas incluyen una primera lectura de una ordenanza que actualiza los requisitos de licencia comercial para vendedores de eventos comunitarios y una resolución que exime el proyecto 'Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Staging Area' de CEQA.
- Audiencia pública y adopción de los presupuestos del AF 2026-2027 mediante las Resoluciones 2026-23, 06-23-2026-NPUA y 2026-15-HACN
- Resolución 2026-25 que convoca a una Elección Municipal General el 3 de noviembre de 2026, consolidada con la Elección General Estatal
- Primera lectura de la Ordenanza 682-AC que modifica los requisitos de licencia comercial para vendedores en eventos comunitarios aprobados
- Resolución 2026-26 que determina que el Proyecto 'Off-Highway Motor Vehicle Staging Area' está exento de CEQA
- Recibir y archivar la presentación de Urban Futures, Inc. sobre posibles medidas electorales para la elección de noviembre
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✓ Decidido: City Council adopts FY 2026‑27 utility and housing budgets and sets 2026 election date
The council approved the 2026‑27 operating and capital budgets for the Needles Public Utility Authority and the Housing Authority. It also adopted a resolution to hold the General Municipal Election on November 3, 2026. Additional actions included approving consent‑calendar items, authorizing two letters of support, accepting a water‑main project completion notice, setting an appropriations limit, and passing an ordinance on vendor business licenses.
- Approved FY 2026‑27 budgets for NPUA and HACN (Resolutions 2026‑23 & 2026‑15) – vote 6-0
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑25 to hold General Municipal Election on Nov 3, 2026 – vote 6-0
- Approved Consent Calendar items 4‑5 (Warrants Register and June 9 minutes) – vote 6-0
- Authorized Mayor to execute Letter of Support for River Communities Coalition USDA grant – vote 6-0
- Authorized Mayor to submit Letter of Support for Assembly Bill 1821 (California Public Records Act) – vote 6-0
- Accepted Notice of Completion for Water Main and Manifold Improvements by Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. – vote 6-0
- Adopted Resolution 2026‑20 establishing appropriations limit for FY 2026‑27 – vote 6-0
- Approved Ordinance 682‑AC amending business‑license requirements for vendors at community events (First Read) – vote 6-0
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
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NOON ON THE DAY OF THE MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
A three-minute time limit per person has been established.
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code section
54956.8 Property within Final Tract Map Rustic Acres #5 Negotiator: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
or designee Negotiating Parties: Lane Stromberg; Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
b. Conference with labor negotiators pursuant to government code section 54957.6. Agency
designated representatives: Mayor Janet Jernigan, Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell, and Council
Member Henry Longbrake. Unrepresented Employee: City Clerk
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING
AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF
NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE
TUESDAY, JUNE 23, 2026 - COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM - CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER – Mayor Jernigan called the meeting to order at 5:00 PM
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Council Member Larry Ford
Council Member Jamie McCorkle
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell - arrived at 5:02 PM
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Council Member Tona Belt
Council Member Henry Longbrake
Council Member JoAnne Pogue
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION - None
RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION - 5:01 pm
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8
Property within Final Tract Map Rustic Acres #5 Negotiator: Patrick Martinez, City Manager or designee
Negotiating Parties: Lane Stromberg; Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
No reportable action
b. Conference with labor negotiators pursuant to government code section 54957.6. Agency designated
representatives: Mayor Janet Jernigan, Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell, and Council Member Henry Longbrake.
Unrepresented Employee: City Clerk
No reportable action
c. Conference with labor negotiators pursuant to government code section 54957.6. Agency designated
representatives: Mayor Janet Jernigan, Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell, and Council Member Henry Longbrake.
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ADJOURNED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
La Comisión considerará la aceptación del presupuesto preliminar de 2026/27
La Comisión de Parques y Recreación llevará a cabo una reunión regular. Considerarán la aceptación del presupuesto preliminar para el año fiscal 2026/27 tal como fue presentado (tema de acción). También recibirán informes informativos sobre Recreación, Acuáticos, Jack Smith Park y Estadísticas de Golf. Se permiten comentarios del público.
- Aceptar el presupuesto preliminar del año fiscal 2026/27 (tema de acción)
- Informes informativos sobre Recreación, Acuáticos, Jack Smith Park y Estadísticas de Golf
- Informes del Gerente para las semanas del 29 de mayo y 5 de junio de 2026
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE
PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1111 BAILEY AVE., NEEDLES
MONDAY, JUNE 15, 2026, 4:00 PM
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ROLL CALL
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
PUBLIC APPEARANCE: Persons wishing to address the Commission on subjects other than those scheduled
are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Chairman, please announce your name and address
for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established
by Municipal Code Section 2 -18. Amendments to California Governme nt Code Sec. 54950 prohibits the
Commission from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.
REGULAR ITEMS
(A three minute time limit per person has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18)
1. Accept the preliminary 2026/27 fiscal year budget as presented. (ACT)
2. Reports for Recreation, Aqua …
Tue Jun 9, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
El Concejo realizará una audiencia pública sobre los presupuestos propuestos para el año fiscal 2026-27
El Concejo Municipal de Needles, NPUA y la Autoridad de Vivienda llevarán a cabo audiencias públicas sobre vacantes (AB2561) y los presupuestos operativo y de capital propuestos para el año fiscal 2026-27. El calendario de consentimiento incluye un acuerdo de uso conjunto de postes con Frontier Communications y una solicitud de subvención del Programa de Transporte Activo para la Fase 1 del Bucle Multimodal de Needles. Los elementos regulares incluyen la aceptación de un mapa de parcela en 193 Morgan Drive y la discusión de una subvención de CalRecycle para un proyecto de máquina expendedora inversa.
- Audiencia pública e introducción de los presupuestos operativo y de capital anuales para el año fiscal 2026-27
- Autorizar el acuerdo de uso conjunto de postes entre la Ciudad de Needles y Citizen Utilities Rural Company DBA Frontier Communications
- Adoptar la Resolución 2026-22 para presentar la solicitud de subvención del Ciclo 8 del Programa de Transporte Activo para el Proyecto Fase 1 del Bucle Multimodal de Needles
- Aceptar el Mapa de Parcela No. 20989 en 193 Morgan Drive con servidumbres de servicios públicos
- Instrucciones sobre la solicitud de subvención de Innovación para la Redención de Envases de Bebidas de CalRecycle para el Proyecto Piloto de Máquina Expendedora Inversa de Needles
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✓ Decidido: Council authorizes ATP grant application for multimodal loop project
The Council approved the consent calendar, including a resolution authorizing a grant application for the Needles Multimodal Loop Project Phase 1. It also accepted a parcel map at 193 Morgan Drive and authorized Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend the Operation Dry Water conference with travel reimbursement. A public hearing on the FY 2026-27 budget was conducted but no adoption vote was taken. All votes were unanimous.
- Approved NPUA/HACN/Council Consent Calendar items 4-6 (Joint Use of Poles, utility report ratification, LAIF authorized persons list)
- Approved Council Consent Calendar items 7-10 (warrants, minutes, treasurer's report, ATP grant resolution)
- Adopted Resolution No. 2026-22 authorizing ATP Cycle 8 grant application for Needles Multimodal Loop Project Phase 1
- Accepted Parcel Map No. 20989 at 193 Morgan Drive with dedication of public utility easements
- Authorized Mayor Jernigan and Vice Mayor Campbell to attend 2026 Operation Dry Water Press Conference with expense reimbursement
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS - 1111 BAILEY AVE.
TUESDAY, JUNE 9, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS
A three-minute time limit per person has been established.
RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956(9)(d)(4). One potential case.
b. Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation – Significant exposure to litigation pursuant
to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2) and/or (3). One potential case.
CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT - by City Attorney
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
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Wed Jun 3, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
La Comisión de Planificación recomendará el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 para la aprobación del Concejo Municipal
La Comisión de Planificación considerará la aprobación de las actas del 6 de mayo de 2026 y votará sobre una recomendación al Concejo Municipal para el presupuesto propuesto del Departamento de Servicios de Desarrollo para el año fiscal que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2027. La reunión también incluye un juramento de cargo para los nuevos comisionados y un informe del administrador de la ciudad.
- Juramento de cargo para las nuevas comisionadas de Planificación Alisia Hernandez y Wendy Welt
- Aprobar las Actas del 6 de mayo de 2026
- Recomendar el presupuesto propuesto del Departamento de Servicios de Desarrollo para el año fiscal que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2027 para la aprobación del Concejo Municipal
- Informes del Administrador de la Ciudad para las semanas del 15 y 22 de mayo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission recommends FY 2026-27 Development Services budget
The Planning Commission voted unanimously to recommend the Development Services Department proposed budget for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2027, to the City Council for approval. Commissioner Beard was absent. No other substantive decisions were made; the meeting also included a staff report, commissioner questions, and adjournment.
- Recommended Development Services Department FY 2026-27 budget to City Council (5-0, Beard absent)
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AGENDA
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
WEDNESDAY, JUNE 03, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
EL GARCES – 950 FRONT STREET
THE PUBLIC MAY ATTEND VIA TEAMS OR IN PERSON
AND MAY SUBMIT ANY COMMENTS IN WRITING PRIOR TO NOON ON THE DAY OF THE
MEETING BY EMAILING cclark@cityofneedles.com
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
APPROVAL OF AGENDA
CONFLICT OF INTEREST
CORRESPONDENCE
INTRODUCTIONS
AS A COURTESY TO THOSE IN ATTENDANCE, WE WOULD ASK THAT CELL PHONES BE TURNED OFF OR SET
IN THEIR SILENT MODE. THANK YOU
OATHS OF OFFICE
1. City Clerk will perform Oath of Office for new Planning Commissioners Alisia Hernandez and Wendy Welt
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Recommend Development Services Department proposed budget for FY ending June 30, 2027 for City Council
approval.
City Manager Martinez gave staff report
Commissioners asked questions and staff responded
Commissioner Bosboom made a motion, second by Commissioner Payson, to recommend Development Services
Department proposed budget for FY ending June 30, 2027 for City Council approval
Motion carried by the following vote:
Ayes: Commissioners Long, Payson, Chair Wright, Commissioners Hernandez and Bosboom
Noes:
None
Absent: Commissioner Beard
Abstain: None
COMMISSIONER REQUESTS - None
CITY MANAGER REPORT given by City Manager Patrick Martinez
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Wright called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Beard made a motion, second by Commissioner Payson.
Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Meeting adjourned at 4:46 PM
City Clerk Candace Clark
I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Planning
Commission meeting held on June 3rd, 2026, and approved by the Planning Commission
of the City of NeedlesRQAugust 5.
Candace Clark, CPMC, CMC
City Clerk
Tue Jun 2, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE BOARD OF PUBLIC UTILITIES OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES
Presupuesto de la Autoridad de Servicios Públicos de Needles para el FY2026-2027 en espera de aprobación
La Junta de Servicios Públicos considerará la aprobación del presupuesto propuesto para las operaciones de agua, aguas residuales, electricidad y el Canal All American para el próximo año fiscal. Los elementos de consentimiento incluyen un acuerdo de uso conjunto de postes con Frontier Communications y la ratificación de un informe estatal de energía. Los informes cubren las compras de la Administración de Energía del Área Occidental y los servicios de apoyo operativo de aguas residuales.
- Revisión y aprobación del presupuesto propuesto de NPUA para el FY 2026-2027 (agua, aguas residuales, electricidad, Canal All American)
- Aprobar el uso conjunto de postes con Frontier Communications para conexiones de telecomunicaciones
- Ratificar la firma del Gerente de Servicios Públicos en el Informe Anual de Divulgación de Fuentes de Energía 2025 de la CEC
- Aceptar la inspección de cumplimiento de la Junta de Control de Calidad del Agua de la Cuenca del Río Colorado para la planta de tratamiento de aguas residuales
- Informe de compra a plazo del primer trimestre del FY27 de la Administración de Energía del Área Occidental (informativo)
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TUESDAY, JUNE 2, 2026 AT 4:00 PM
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Wed May 27, 2026
CANCELLED - NO QUORUM REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION ADJOURNED
Needles Housing Commission meeting cancelled due to lack of quorum
The regular meeting of the Housing Commission scheduled for May 27, 2026, was cancelled because a quorum was not present. No decisions were made on the proposed agenda items.
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Wed May 27, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE HOUSING COMMISSION ADJOURNED
Housing Commission recomendará el presupuesto del año fiscal 2027 para su aprobación por el City Council
La Housing Commission considerará recomendar el presupuesto propuesto para el año fiscal que finaliza el 30 de junio de 2027 al City Council. También votarán para aprobar las actas de la reunión del 25 de marzo de 2026 y recibirán una actualización de Housing Authority of the City of Needles.
- Recomendar el presupuesto propuesto del año fiscal 2027 al City Council (acción)
- Aprobar las actas del 25 de marzo de 2026 (acción)
- Actualización de Housing Authority of the City of Needles (solo información)
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record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal
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from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.
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Tue May 26, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
El Concejo aprobará la enmienda al contrato de servicios policiales con el Condado de San Bernardino
El Concejo Municipal votará sobre una 31.ª enmienda a su contrato de servicios policiales con el Condado de San Bernardino para el año fiscal 2026-2027. También en la agenda: un acuerdo con el distrito escolar para un Especialista en Servicios del Sheriff, la aceptación de la orden de cambio final para el proyecto de Pavimentación de Calles Fase V, y orientación sobre el proceso presupuestario para el próximo año fiscal. Se llevarán a cabo entrevistas para los puestos en la Comisión de Planificación y la Comisión de Vivienda.
- Aprobar la 31.ª Enmienda al contrato de servicios policiales con el Condado de San Bernardino (Elemento 9)
- Adoptar el acuerdo con el Distrito Escolar Unificado de Needles para un Especialista en Servicios del Sheriff para 2026-2027 (Elemento 10)
- Aceptar la Orden de Cambio Final No. 1 para las Mejoras de Pavimentación de Calles Fase V con Vance Corporation (Elemento 11)
- Adjudicar el Proyecto de Señalización del Monumento de la Ruta 66 en el Centro a MJB Power LLC por un monto que no exceda los $50,000 (Elemento 14)
- Proporcionar instrucciones al personal para proceder con el proceso presupuestario y programar audiencias públicas el 9 y 23 de junio de 2026 (Elemento 2)
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✓ Decidido: Council approved 31st amendment to law enforcement contract with county (7-0)
The City Council approved several items including a law enforcement contract amendment with San Bernardino County, a sheriff's service specialist agreement with the school district, and a $50,000 downtown Route 66 monument sign project (6-1). The council also directed staff to proceed with the budget process with public hearings on June 9 and 23, appointed members to the Planning and Housing Commissions, and waived a $46 business license processing fee for vendors earning under $15,000 annually. All other votes were unanimous.
- Authorized city to enter tolling agreement with Landis and Gyr Technology and Master Meter, and to initiate litigation if needed (7-0)
- Approved 31st amendment to law enforcement contract with San Bernardino County (7-0)
- Approved agreement with Needles Unified School District for a Sheriff's Service Specialist for 2026-2027 (7-0)
- Awarded Downtown Route 66 Monument Sign Project base bid to MJB Power LLC for $50,000 (6-1)
- Accepted Change Order No. 1 (Final) and completion of Phase V Street Paving Improvement Project (7-0)
- Appointed Alisia Hernandez to Planning Commission with term to December 31, 2029 (7-0)
- Appointed Shivam Bhakta to Housing Commission with term to December 31, 2027 (7-0)
- Waived $46 processing fee for vendors earning less than $15,000 per year (7-0)
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NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
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CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
TUESDAY, MAY 26, 2026
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
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RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government
Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Number of Cases: 1
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ROLL CALL
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT - by City Attorney
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INVOCATION
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INTRODUCTIONS
CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures
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CANCELLED REGULAR MEETING OF THE PARKS AND RECREATION COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
Reunión del parque del 18 de mayo cancelada por falta de temas en la agenda
La reunión programada regularmente de la Comisión de Parques y Recreación de Needles para el 18 de mayo de 2026 ha sido cancelada porque no había temas que discutir. La próxima reunión regular está programada para el 15 de junio de 2026.
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CITY OF NEEDLES
Recreation & Parks Department
1705 J Street Needles California 92363
(760) 326-2814 Fax (760) 326-2815
jvalenzuela@cityofneedles.com
Patrick Martinez, City Manager
Jennifer Valenzuela, Recreation Manager
Recreation & Parks Commission:
Manuel Calderon, Chair
Suzanne Torres, Vice Chair
Cindy DeLeon-Melvin, Commissioner
JR Rodriguez, Commissioner
Casey Pletcher, Commissioner
Lorie Long, Commissioner
Maria Rodriguez-McAndrews, Commissioner
NOTICE OF CANCELLATION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN, the regularly scheduled meeting
of the Needles Park & Recreation Commission of the City of
Needles to be held on Monday, May 18 , 2026, is hereby
cancelled due to lack of agenda items . The next regularly
scheduled meeting will be on Monday, June 15, 2026.
Jennifer Valenzuela
Recreation Service Manager
Posted: May 15, 2026
Tue May 12, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
El Concejo aprobará una orden de cambio de $196k para mejoras en la tubería principal de agua
El Concejo Municipal se reunirá para considerar los elementos del calendario de consentimiento, incluyendo la adopción de ordenanzas que prohíben camiones pesados en calles residenciales y el establecimiento de una política de redondeo de efectivo, así como elementos regulares como órdenes de cambio para proyectos de capital. Un aumento de $196,278.46 para el Proyecto de Mejoras de la Tubería Principal de Agua y Colectores eleva el total a $1,498,988.88, y una orden de cambio final para la remodelación de la cocina del 19th Hole agrega $4,683.80. El concejo también rechazará una oferta para la Ampliación del Baño de Control de Animales y adoptará la lista de proyectos de carreteras SB1 para el año fiscal 2026-2027.
- Segunda lectura de la Ordenanza 680-AC que prohíbe a los camiones comerciales de más de 26,000 libras de peso bruto vehicular (GVWR) estacionarse en calles residenciales y en parques municipales
- Segunda lectura de la Ordenanza 681-AC que establece una política de redondeo de efectivo para los pagos municipales
- Orden de Cambio No. 3 para el Proyecto de Mejoras de la Tubería Principal de Agua y Colectores que aumenta el contrato en $196,278.46 para un nuevo total de $1,498,988.88
- Orden de Cambio Final No. 1 para la Remodelación de la Cocina del 19th Hole Bar & Grill que aumenta el presupuesto en $4,683.80 para un total de $504,722.80
- Resolución 2026-15 que disuelve la Comisión Asesora del Cementerio
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✓ Decidido: Needles City Council approves various ordinances, project changes, and resolutions
The Council approved several municipal ordinances regarding commercial truck parking and city payment policies. They also authorized multiple construction change orders for the 19th Hole Bar & Grill and water main improvements.
- Approved second amendment for pole use with Fort Mojave Indian Tribe Telecommunications Inc.
- Adopted ordinance prohibiting commercial trucks over 26,000 lbs GVWR from residential streets and parks
- Adopted ordinance establishing a cash rounding policy for city payments
- Authorized Mayor to sign letter of opposition to Senate Bill 1414
- Rejected bid for Animal Control restroom addition to revise plans and resolicit bids
- Adopted resolution for FY 2026-2027 SB1 road projects
- Accepted $88,023.80 change order for 19th Hole Bar & Grill kitchen remodel
- Appointed Vice Mayor Campbell as alternate to the SBRHT
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CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.
TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026
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CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
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RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation pursuant to Government Code §54957 - Title of position:
City Clerk
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code section
54956.8 Property within Final Tract Map Rustic Acres #5 Negotiator: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
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REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL
NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY
HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES
CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERES, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
TUESDAY, MAY 12, 2026 - COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 - CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Jernigan called the meeting to order at 5:03 pm
ROLL CALL
PRESENT
Council Member Larry Ford
Council Member Jamie McCorkle
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell arrived at 5:05 pm
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Council Member Tona Belt
Council Member Henry Longbrake
Council Member JoAnne Pogue
PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION - None
RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION - 5:04 pm
EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Public Employee Performance Evaluation pursuant to Government Code §54957 - Title of position:
City Clerk
No reportable action
b. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS – Pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8
Property within Final Tract Map Rustic Acres #5 Negotiator: Patrick Martinez, City Manager or
designee Negotiating Parties: Lane Stromberg Under Negotiation: Price and terms of payment
No reportable action
c. Conference with Real Property Negotiators Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.5 for APN
0186-201-03. Negotiating Parties: The Lamar Companies and the City of Needles. (Negotiating Party
for the City of Needles Patrick Martinez, City Manager). Under Negotiations: Price and Terms.
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Wed May 6, 2026
REGULAR MEETING OF THE PLANNING COMMISSION CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
La Comisión de Planificación revisará la guía de permisos para vendedores ambulantes de alimentos
La Comisión de Planificación de Needles escuchará una presentación sobre folletos informativos recién desarrollados que aclaran los procesos de permisos para vendedores ambulantes de alimentos e instalaciones temporales de alimentos, tanto de la Ciudad de Needles como de los Servicios de Salud Ambiental del Condado de San Bernardino. La comisión también votará para aprobar las actas de la reunión del 4 de marzo de 2026. Otros puntos del orden del día incluyen solicitudes de los comisionados y un informe del administrador de la ciudad.
- Presentación sobre el proceso para vendedores ambulantes de alimentos y guía de permisos (solo información)
- Aprobación de las actas de la reunión del 4 de marzo de 2026
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✓ Decidido: Planning Commission holds procedural meeting, no decisions made
The Needles Planning Commission met on May 6, 2026, but took no substantive actions. Commissioners discussed a boat shop upgrade, inquired about a permit for a large aluminum building, and asked staff to streamline the permitting process. The meeting adjourned with a unanimous vote.
- Adjourned meeting by unanimous vote
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INTRODUCTIONS
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PRESENTATIONS
(A ten-minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18.)
1. Mobile Food Vendor Process & Permit Guidance - Planning presentation regarding new ly developed
informational handouts intended to clarify the City of Needles and San Bernardino County Environmental
Health Services (EHS) permitting processes for mobile food vendors and temporary food facilities. (INF)
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Ayes: Commissioners Long, Beard, Payson, Chair Wright
Noes: None
Absent: Commissioner Bosboom
Abstain: None
COMMISSIONER REQUESTS
Commissioner Long commented on the boat shop upgrades
Commissioner Beard reported on a large aluminum building being constructed behind her and inquired
as to whether or not a permit was issued.
Commissioner Payson commented on the permitting process, asking that staff look at solutions to
streamline and shorten the process.
Chair Wright had no requests
CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager's Report for the weeks of April 17 and 24, 2026 given by City Manager Martinez.
ADJOURNMENT
Chair Wright called for a motion to adjourn. Commissioner Beard made a motion, seconded by
Commissioner Payson.
Motion passed by unanimous vote.
Meeting adjourned at 4:38 PM
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City Clerk Candace Clark
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I hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the minutes of the Planning
Commission meeting held on May 6th, 2026, and approved by the Planning Commission
of the City of Needles, on June 3, 2026.
Candace Clark, CPMC, CMC
City Clerk
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