Agenda — City Council/Successor Agency/Public Finance Authority, September 22, 2022

CITY OF AVENAL
“Pistachio Capital of the World®”

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PFA MEETING
SEPTEMBER 22, 2022; 5:15 P.M.

AVENAL THEATER & EVENT CENTER, 233 E. KINGS ST., AVENAL, CA VIA ZOOM VIDEO/WEB CONFERENCING:

Web Link: bit.ly/AvenalCouncil or use https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87243440488 Or by calling +1 669 900 6833 and use meeting ID 872 4344 0488 to join.

Study Session: 4:30 – San Joaquin/Skyline Crosswalk, Street Traffic Concerns, & Informational on Measure “A” and Measure “C” LAST ORDINANCE: 2022-06 CITY LAST RESOLUTION: 2022-52 (SA) LAST RESOLUTION: 2022-01 PFA LAST RESOLUTION: 2022-01 AGENDA

1. CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE:

2. ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Louis Gravelle, Ricardo Verdugo, Pablo Hernandez, Mayor Pro Tem Alejandro Ramirez; Mayor Alvaro Preciado.

CITY CLERK:

Government Code Section 54952.3: The members of the City Council/Successor Agency are entitled to receive a total of $300.00 per month because of being elected to the City Council. They receive no other compensation for sitting as a member of Successor Agency.

3. CLOSED SESSION: (City/Successor Agency):

It is the intent of this governing body to meet in closed session to review its position and to instruct its designated representatives: Any person may directly address the Council/Agency at this time on items of interest regarding Closed Session.

A. Conference with Labor Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54957.6).

It is the intent of this governing body to meet in Closed Session to review its position and to instruct its designated representatives:

Designated representatives: APOA

4. PUBLIC COMMENT/ANNOUNCEMENTS & UNSCHEDULED APPEARANCES:

Any person may directly address the Council/Agency at this time on any item on the agenda or on any other items of interest to the public that is within the subject matter jurisdiction of the City Council/Successor Agency. State Law prohibits any member of the Council/Agency from commenting or acting on matters not on the agenda. Three (3) minutes are allowed per person.

Introduce new Police Officers: Christopher Pelletier & Miguel Gracida

5. CONSENT CALENDAR:

All items listed under the consent calendar are routine and enacted by one motion: (Action).

A. Consider City of Avenal/Successor Agency’s Approval of Minutes for August 11, 2022.

6. MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBER/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY/ ITEMS FOR
CONSIDERATION:

A. Consider One (1) Appointment for Vacant Planning Commission Seat – Councilman Hernandez:
(Discussion/Action).

7. ACTIVITY REPORTS/SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. Activity Reports:

1. Community Activities Department: Anna Lara-Nieto, Activities Department.

2. Community & Economic Development Activity Report: Kao Nou Yang, Community & Economic Development Director.

3. Information Technology Department Report: Humberto Bermudez, IT Manager.

4. Police Department Activity Report: Chief Nevarez.

5. Public Works/Building/Code Enforcement/Animal Control Departments Activity Report: Rob Williams, Public Works Director.

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B. Special Presentations/Reports:
1) None.

8. PUBLIC HEARING(s): Joint Hearing of the City of Avenal Successor Agency RDA Trust Obligations Fund/Public Finance Authority:

A. Consider Proposed City of Avenal Fiscal Year (FY) 2022/2023 City Budget /Fees & Charges:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution (including Fees & Charges).

Note: Funding Requests included in FY 2022/2023.

B. Consider Proposed Avenal Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund (FY) 2022/2023 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

C. Consider Avenal Housing Authority (FY) 2022/2023 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

D. Consider Proposed Finance Authority Public Finance Authority (PFA) Fiscal Year 2022/2023 City Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

9. OLD BUSINESS:

A. Consider Extending Local Emergency Declared on March 24, 2020: (Discussion/Action).

B. Consider Extending Local Emergency Declared on May 27, 2021: (Discussion/Action).

10. NEW BUSINESS:

A. Continued discussion of proposed Civic Center project with Reef-Sunset Unified School District:
(Discussion).

11. CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLOSING COMMENTS:
• Upcoming/Future Agenda Items to Consider.
• Correspondence/Announcements/Information/Closing Comments.

12. ADJOURNMENT:
1) In compliance with the Americans with Disability Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk’s Office (559) 386-5766. Avenal Theater & Event Center, 233 East Kings Street Avenal, CA 93204.

Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting [28 CFR 35.02.35.1044 AA Title II].
2) Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the [Council/ Authority] after distribution of the agenda packet are available for public inspection in the [City Clerks] office at 919 Skyline Blvd., Avenal, CA 93204 during normal business hours.

I certify this Agenda of the City of Avenal City Council workshop is to be posted at the following locations: 1) City Council Chambers, Avenal Theater 233 E. Kings St.; 2) City Hall 919 Skyline Blvd.; 3) Avenal Lumber, 600 Skyline Blvd.; and 4) T&T Market, 801 Skyline Blvd. Avenal CA 93204 on, September 19, 2022.
/s/ Maria Ortiz
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
September 22, 2022 Pg. 4

CIUDAD DE AVENAL
"Capital Mundial del Pistacho®"
REUNIÓN REGULAR DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL / AGENCIA
SUCESORA / PFA 22 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2022; 5:15 P.M.

AVENAL THEATER & EVENT CENTER, 233 E. KINGS ST., AVENAL, CA A TRAVÉS DE ZOOM VIDEO/WEB CONFERENCING:

Enlace web: bit.ly/AvenalCouncil o utilizar https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87243440488 O llamando al +1 669 900 6833 y usando el ID de reunión 872 4344 0488 para unirte.

Sesión de estudio: 4:30 – San Joaquin/Skyline Crosswalk, preocupaciones sobre el tráfico callejero e información sobre la Medida "A" y la Medida "C" ÚLTIMA ORDENANZA: 2022-0 6 CIUDAD ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN: 2022-52 (SA) ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN: 202 2-0 1 PFA ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN: 202 2-0 1 AGENDA

1. LLAMADA AL ORDEN Y JURAMENTO DE LEALTAD:

2. PASE DE LISTA: Concejales: Louis Gravelle, Ricardo Verdugo, Pablo Hernández, Alcalde Interino Alejandro Ramírez; Alcalde Álvaro Preciado.

SECRETARIO DE LA CIUDAD:

Sección 54952.3 del Código de Gobierno: Los miembros del Concejo Municipal / Agencia Sucesora tienen derecho a recibir un total de $ 300.00 por mes debido a ser elegidos para el Concejo Municipal. No reciben ninguna otra compensación por sentarse como miembros de la Agencia Sucesora.

3. SESIÓN CERRADA: (Ciudad/Agencia Sucesora ):

Es la intención de este órgano rector reunirse en sesión privada para revisar su posición e instruir a sus representantes designados: Cualquier persona puede dirigirse directamente al Consejo / Agencia en este momento sobre temas de interés relacionados con la sesión privada.

A. Conferencia con Negociador(es) Laboral(es) (Código de Gobierno § 54957.6).

Este órgano rector tiene la intención de reunirse en sesión privada para examinar su posición e instruir a sus representantes designados:

Representantes designados: APOA

4. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS / ANUNCIOS Y APARICIONES NO PROGRAMADAS:

Cualquier persona puede dirigirse directamente al Consejo / Agencia en este momento sobre cualquier punto en la agenda o sobre cualquier otro tema de interés para el público que esté dentro de la jurisdicción de la materia del Concejo Municipal / Agencia Sucesora. La ley estatal prohíbe a cualquier miembro del Consejo / Agencia comentar o actuar sobre asuntos que no están en la agenda. Se permiten tres (3) minutos por persona.

Presentan a los nuevos oficiales de policía: Christopher Pelletier y Miguel Gracida

5. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO :

Todos los elementos enumerados en el calendario de consentimiento son rutinarios y se promulgan mediante una moción: (Acción).

A. Considere la aprobación de las actas de la Ciudad de Avenal / Agencia Sucesora para el 11 de agosto de 2022.

6. ALCALDE Y CONCEJAL / AGENCIA SUCESORA / PUNTOS A
CONSIDERAR:

A. Considere un (1) nombramiento para el puesto vacante de la Comisión de Planificación – Concejal Hernández: (Discusión/ Acción).

7. INFORMES DE ACTIVIDADES/PRESENTACIONES ESPECIALES E INFORMES DE COMITÉS:

A. Informes de actividad:

1. Departamento de Actividades Comunitarias: Anna Lara-Nieto, Departamento de Actividades.

2. Informe de Actividades de Desarrollo Comunitario y Económico: Kao Nou Yang, Director de Desarrollo Comunitario y Económico.

3. Informe del Departamento de Tecnologías de la Información: Humberto Bermúdez, Gerente de TI.

4. Informe de Actividad del Departamento de Policía: Jefe Nevarez.

5. Informe de actividades de los Departamentos de Obras Públicas/Construcción/Aplicación de Códigos/Control de Animales: Rob Williams, Director de Obras Públicas. September 22, 2022 Pg. 1 B. Presentaciones/Informes Especiales:
1) Ninguno.

8. AUDIENCIA(S) PÚBLICA(S): Audiencia conjunta de la Agencia Sucesora de la Ciudad de Avenal RDA Trust Obligations Fund/Autoridad de Finanzas Públicas:

A. Considere el presupuesto de la ciudad propuesto para el año fiscal (FY) 2022/2023 de la ciudad / tarifas y cargos:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución (incluyendo Tarifas y Cargos).

Nota: Solicitudes de financiación incluidas en el ejercicio202 2/2023.

B. Considere la propuesta de presupuesto de avenal Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund (FY) 2022/2023:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución.

C. Considere el presupuesto de avenal Housing Authority (FY) 2022/2023:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución.

D. Considere la propuesta de autoridad financiera Autoridad de Finanzas Públicas Autoridad de Finanzas Públicas (PFA) Año Fiscal 2022/2023 Presupuesto de la Ciudad:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución.

9. NEGOCIO ANTIGUO:

A. Considere extender la emergencia local declarada el 24 de marzo de 2020: (Discusión / Acción).

B. Considere extender la emergencia local declarada el 27 de mayo de 2021: (Discusión / Acción).

10. NUEVOS NEGOCIOS:

A. Discusión continua del proyecto propuesto del Centro Cívico con el Distrito Escolar Unificado reef-sunset:
(Discusión).

11. CORRESPONDENCIA/ANUNCIOS/ COMENTARIOS FINALES:
• Próximos/Futuros puntos del orden del día a considerar. • Correspondencia/Anuncios/Información/ Comentarios finales.

12. APLAZAMIENTO:
1) De conformidad con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidad, si necesita asistencia especial para participar en esta reunión, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad (559) 386-5766. Avenal Theater & Event Center, 233 East Kings Street Avenal, CA 93204. La notificación 48 horas antes de la reunión permitirá a la ciudad hacer arreglos razonables para garantizar la accesibilidad a esta reunión [28 CFR 35.02.35.1044 AA Título II]. 2) Los materiales relacionados con un punto de esta Agenda presentados al [Consejo / Autoridad] después de la distribución del paquete de la agenda están disponibles para inspección pública en la oficina [De los Secretarios de la Ciudad] en 919 Skyline Blvd., Avenal, CA 93204 durante los negocios normales horas.

Certifico que este taller de la Agenda del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Avenal se publicará en los siguientes lugares: 1) Cámaras del Concejo Municipal, Teatro Avenal 233 E. Calle reyes; 2) Ayuntamiento 919 Skyline Blvd.; 3) Avenal Lumber, 600 Skyline Blvd.; y 4) T&T Market, 801 Skyline Blvd. Avenal CA 93204 el 19 de septiembre de 2022. /s/ María Ortiz
María Ortiz, Secretaria municipal
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City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629

STUDY SESSION
Study Session
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NOTICE OF ELECTION AND

MEASURE TO BE VOTED ON

ORDINANCES OF THE CITY OF AVENAL ENACTING A
ONE PERCENT (1.0% — ONE-CENT) GENERAL SALES TAX
AND
A CANNABIS BUSINESS TAX.

NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN that a general municipal election will be held in the City of Avenal on Tuesday, November 8, 2022, between the hours of 7:00 AM and 8:00 PM, to fill two full-term seats on the City Council and the following measures are to be voted on:

Avenal Continuation of Essential City Services Funding – MEASURE “A” To preserve the safety and character of Avenal, and maintain essential general City services for Avenal residents including police, 911 emergency response, fire protection, disaster preparedness, recreational programs and facilities, park maintenance and improvements, street maintenance and repairs and other essential services, shall Ordinance No. 2022-04, imposing a 1-cent general sales and use tax, be adopted? Estimated revenues between $400,000 and $500,000 annually, indefinitely.

Yes
No
If this measure is approved, Ordinance No. 2022-04 of the City of Avenal (“City”) will add Chapter 5B to Title 3 of the Municipal Code of the City of Avenal, imposing a one (1) cent retail transactions and use tax (“sales tax”) upon all retailers within the incorporated territory of the City. The revenues will be deposited into the City’s general fund. The City Council would have authority to at any time suspend collection of all or a portion of the sales tax.

MEASURE “C”
Shall Ordinance 2022-05 be adopted authorizing a commercial cannabis business tax in the City of Avenal on commercial cannabis businesses up to $25 per square foot (annually adjusted by CPI) or at 15% of gross receipts, to maintain essential public safety and general City services including, but not limited to, police, drug addiction and gang prevention, park maintenance, street maintenance for Avenal residents, generating undetermined revenue, potentially up to $400,000 to $600,000 annually until repealed?
Yes

No
If this measure is approved, Ordinance No. 2022-05 of the City will add Chapter 5C to Title 3 of the Municipal Code of the City of Avenal, imposing a cannabis business tax within the incorporated territory of the City. The revenues will be deposited into the City’s general fund. The City Council would have authority to at any time suspend collection of all or a portion of the sales tax.

On June 23, 2022, the City Council approved the submittal of the ordinances to the voters of the City of Avenal, allowing the residents of Avenal to choose whether the sales tax and cannabis business tax should be adopted. If either of these measures are not approved by a majority vote of the votes cast on the measure in the election to be held on November 8, 2022, the City Council shall not adopt the respective ordinance(s) and the tax(es) will not be imposed.

A certified copy of the full text of the ordinance is posted in the office of the City Clerk, 919 Skyline Boulevard, Avenal, California 93204. If you desire a copy of the ordinance or measure, please call the City Clerk at 559-386-5766 and a copy will be mailed at no cost to you.

MD/03082017 - Avenal - Notice of Measure & Synopsis-1.rtf /S/ Maria A. Ortiz
MARIA A. ORTIZ, Avenal City Clerk and
City Elections Official
September 22, 2022 Pg. 8
What is Measure A ?
Measure A establishes a one-cent Transaction and Use Tax with revenues going directly to the City of Avenal. Measure A will be on the November 8, 2022 ballot and would pay for critical unfunded City programs and services such as police, fire, street and sidewalk repair, senior and youth recreation, animal control and other essential city services.

How is this different from existing sales taxes?
The current sales and use tax rate in Avenal is 7.25%. The City receives only 1% of the 7.25%; the rest goes to the State and to Kings County. If Measure A passes, the entire additional 1% Transaction and Use Tax would go to the City.

What purchases would be taxable under Measure A ?
The tax would not apply to prescriptions, grocery items, or utility bills (electricity, gas, phone).

The one cent tax is added to retail sales such as furniture, giftware, toys, antiques, clothing, prepared food, liquor, automobiles, etc.

How much money would Measure A raise?
Between $400,000 - $500,000 annually specifically for the City of Avenal's General Fund, which pays for most City services.

Why does the City need the additional money?
The City never fully recovered from the economic recession that started in 2008 and has experienced further financial burdens from the recent pandemic and high inflation, along with the long-term drought straining the General Fund budget.

Over the last several fiscal years the City's General Fund has suffered from a lack of revenues to meet rising expenses, especially related to critical programs and services such as public safety, parks and recreation, road maintenance, code enforcement, and animal control.

Despite new developments and growth, the City is operating at reduced staffing levels, implemented major cuts in all departments, and deferred maintenance on parks, roads, and other public amenities. Additionally, the City has relied on one-time revenues and General Fund reserves. These short-term and one-time fixes are not reliable solutions.

Based on the City's financial projections, the ongoing revenue deficit in the General Fund could deplete General Fund reserves by FY 2024-2025.

If approved by voters, the monies generated by Measure A would help restore service cuts and improve City services and start addressing the unfunded critical needs of the City.

MEASURE “A”

F R E Q U E N L T Y A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S
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What would a new sales tax rate be if Measure A passes? The current sales and use tax rate in Avenal is 7.25%. If Measure A passes, Avenal's sales tax rate would be 8.25%.

What is the average sales and use tax for counties and
cities in California?
The California State Legislative Analyst's Office states that the average sales tax rate in California in 2019 was 8.6%.

In Corcoran the sales tax rate is 8.25%; in Coalinga and Huron the sales tax rate is 8.975%; in Fresno the sales tax rate is 8.35%; in Selma the sales tax rate is 8.475%; and in Visalia the sales tax rate is 8.50%.

How will these funds be accounted for?
Measure A funds would be tracked and presented to the City Council publicly on a quarterly basis, and audited annually. Staff reports of those presentations to the City Council are available to the public before the Council hears the report.

What specifically would Measure A revenue pay for?
Measure A is a general purpose tax and therefore monies may be used towards police services firefighting services, parks and recreation programs, road maintenance, sidewalk construction and repairs, and other general expenses of the City. If Measure A is approved, the City Council with input from the community, will determine how Measure A funds are spent.

How long would Measure A be in effect?
Measure A would impose an ongoing local one-cent tax. The City Council has the ability to suspend the one-cent tax by resolution if so approved.

What are the impacts on major purchases, like cars?
Measure A would be charged on all tangible personal property that is delivered or placed into use within the Avenal city limits, including vehicles and boats that are purchased elsewhere, but registered to an Avenal resident. Someone who buys a car in Avenal but registers it elsewhere would not pay the Measure A tax.

C a n t h e S t a t e t a k e M e a s u r e A f u n d s t o b a l a n c e its budge t?
No. Measure A funds must stay in Avenal according to the State Constitution.

Questions about Measure A ?
If you have additional questions and or concerns about Measure A, please forward those to the City Clerk at the following email address: [email protected] September 22, 2022 Pg. 10
What is Measure C ?
If approved, Measure C will establish a tax rate for cannabis businesses should they ever be permitted in Avenal. In 2016, a majority of Avenal residents voted in support of Proposition 64 that legalized the use of recreational cannabis in California. However, commercial cannabis activities and sales, like dispensaries, are currently prohibited in Avenal.

Does Measure C allow the sale of cannabis products?
Measure C does not approve or allow for cannabis businesses to open and operate in Avenal. Instead, Measure C would establish local control and ensures that if allowed, commercial cannabis businesses operating in Avenal will pay a fair share of taxes. This special tax will provide Avenal with additional revenue to pay for vital public services such as police, fire, roads and parks and recreation.

Who pays the Measure C tax ?
Only those purchasing cannabis at a dispensary and/or cannabis businesses pay this tax. General members of the community who do not purchase, cultivate, test or process cannabis will not pay any additional taxes.

How much money would Measure C raise?
Current estimates are $400,000 - $600,000 annually specifically for the City of Avenal's General Fund, which pays for most City services.

Do other cities tax cannabis?
Yes. The City of Avenal studied other California cities for their tax rates. Cities across California tax this industry at different rates, with rates up to 30 percent of gross receipts. A study of those other cities shows that Avenal’s rates would be at approximately the midpoint, up to 15%. Cities such as Coalinga, Lemoore, and Hanford allow the sale of cannabis products and dispensaries, where those cities fully benefit from the tax revenue and not Avenal.

How would the Mea su r e C revenues be spent ?
Measure C would ensure tax revenue generated from cannabis businesses within the City limits contribute their fair share to the funding of vital public services such as police, fire, roads and parks and recreation.

By acting now, the City will have a tax in place if cannabis businesses are approved later or allowed by the State of California.

Would the sale of cannabis products increase crime?
If Measure C is adopted and later the City Council allows the sale of cannabis products, Measure C and the taxing cannabis businesses would help eliminate illegal cannabis operations and ensure the cannabis industry operates legally and contributes positively to the quality of life in the City of Avenal.

If you have additional questions and or concerns about Measure C, please forward those to the City Clerk at the following email address: [email protected] MEASURE “C”

F R E Q U E N L T Y A S K E D Q U E S T I O N S
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CITY OF AVENAL
“Pistachio&aSitaOoIthH:oUOG”

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PFA MEETING
August 11, 2022; 5:15 P.M.

AVENAL THEATER & EVENT CENTER, 233 E. KINGS ST., AVENAL, CA VIA ZOOM VIDEO/WEB CONFERENCING:

Web Link: bit.ly/AvenalCouncil or use https://us02web.zoom.us/j/87243440488 Or by calling +1 669 900 6833 and use meeting ID 872 4344 0488 to join.

MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: by Mayor Preciado at 5:19 p.m.

ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Ricardo Verdugo, Pablo Hernandez, Pro Tem Alejandro Ramirez Mayor Alvaro Preciado, and Luis Gravelle joined meeting via zoom.

ABSENT: None.

STAFF: Lopez, Ortiz, Bermudez Davis, Lara-Nieto, Price, Tapia.

LEGAL COUNCEL: Moses Diaz.

CITY CLERK:

The City Council went into Closed Session at 5:23 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION: (City/Successor Agency):

It isthe intent of this governing body to meet in closed session to review its position and to instruct its designated representatives: Any person may directly address the Council/Agency at this time on items of interest regarding Closed Session.

A. Conference with Labor Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54957.6).

It is the intent of this governing body to meet in Closed Session to review its position and to instruct its designated representatives:

Designated representatives: APOA, and Bargaining Units 1-5.

Mayor Preciado re-opened City Council meeting at 6:00 p.m. with nothing to report out of Closed Session.

PUBLIC COMMENT/ANNOUNCEMENTS & UNSCHEDULED APPERANCES ITEMS:

Chief Nevarez introduced two new Police Officers: 1) Joshua Alvarado: was raised by his mother Maria and father Sergio, and he grew up with four older brothers and one sister. He graduated from COS Police Academy on July 21st of this year, loves to work on cars and incredibly grateful for everything that his been able to accomplish so far; and 2) Mathew Miller he grew up in Columbus, OH raised by his mother, Marie and older sister Diana and he attended the Ohio State University, obtained his bachelor’s degree Animal Science. Also, attended COS Academy, Class 146 and worked patrol for two years. Also, on time off likes to spend time with his two Australian cattle dogs and hunt. His family was not able to attend. Chief Nevarez thanked, their family and parents because without their support this would not be possible. Also, the Avenal Police Department is going to do everything possible to train them and provide them with the resources that he can go home safely every night. Chief Nevarez number #1 mission as Police Chief is to make sure that officers are safe.

Joshua Alvarado and Mathew Miller thanked, the City of Avenal for giving them the opportunity to serve this community.

Mayor Preciado and City Council welcomed Joshua Alvarado & Mathew Miller to the City of Avenal family and their families.

Veronica Aguirre sated following concerns:1) the compliant process with San Joaquin Valley Air District. she feels it is unfair because it takes five people to call within a 24-hour period and then an inspector from the San Joaquin Valley Air District is dispatched to inspect said complaint and that complaint could be gone. Also, invited the City Council to the next San Joaquin Valley Air District held at Central Region Office, Governing Board Room 1990 E. Gettysburg Avenue, Fresno, CA Thursday, August 18, 2022, 9:00 a.m. She would like support in speaking to this board regarding the compliant process.

Community & Economic Development Director Yang introduce new Community Development Assistant, Giselle Lynch comes from Virginia Beach AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. – A.

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on the East Coast and her husband is stationed in the Navy but live at the Lemoore Naval Base that means Gisselle is officially here in the Central Valley. Giselle started about three weeks ago and did not get a chance to introduce her and has been doing a really excellent job catching up a lot of things that Raul left pending. Also, works good with Highland Diversified. It is great to have extra help now and give it to Giselle.

Giselle stated that it is nice being a part of this small community and met a lot of people and absolutely love everything about Avenal.

Mayor Preciado and City Council welcome Giselle to the West Coast and City of Avenal family.

City Manager Lopez mentioned that Giselle has been a fantastic addition to the city, fit right in, has been great to work with and the community is taking well to her. So, we are lucky to have Giselle.

Mario Pesquera has the following concerns: 1) leash law feels it is not being enforced, because where he lives there are pit bulls left loose unattended; 2) noise nuisance feels it is not enforced because he has called numerous times on neighbors and they are given warnings and in the City of Avenal Ordinance does not give warnings the resident is cited as per municipal code; and 3) He would like to add these items to an the City Council Agenda if possible.

City Manager Lopez mentioned that this more appropriate for the Planning Commission is actually going through a comprehensive update. So, he will be sure to share with Mr. Pesquera the schedule for those meetings and come to the workshops.

Supervisor Richard Valle stated the following: 1) the Board of Supervisors pass their budget at over $423 million, and highlight is that the Board of Supervisors will be using $6 million of ARPA funds to help once again small businesses out with some grants. Also, recall about two years ago they used some County Cares funds about $5 million to helps businesses in the middle of that pandemic trying to help them recover and those were $20,000 grants. These $6 million can help businesses receive up to $25,000 grants and if receive money can be used for anything from payroll, benefit costs, pay rent, buildings, utilities, and other operating costs such as gas, delivering vehicles. Also, business owners investing in lights, shade, outdoor tables, and all they need is to fill out an application for grant this February 1st September. He sent flyer to the City Manager yesterday and its in English and Spanish.

CONSENT CALENDAR:

All items listed under the consent calendar are routine and enacted by one motion: (Action).

A. Consider City of Avenal/Successor Agency’s Approval of Minutes for July 14, 2022, and August 3, 2022.

B. Waive Second Reading & Adoption: Ordinance 2022-06, Second Reading & Enactment: Amending Portions of Conservation in Article 3 of Chapter 4 of Title 6, Pertaining to Violations—Notices—Penalties: Resolution 2022-49.

C. Consider ratifying Employee Agreement, with Robert A. Nevarez for position of Chief of Police: Resolution 2020-50.

D. Ratify Additional Premium Pay and Stipends to City Employees: Resolutions 2022-51, 2022-52.

E. Consider Deposit of Found Money
Council member/Successor Agency Member Gravelle approved Consent Calendar as presented, second by Councilman Verdugo, and motion carried.

RATIFYING RESOLUTION 2022-49: ADOPTION OF ORDINANCE AMENDING PORTIONS OF CONSERVATION IN ARTICLE 3 OF CHAPTER 4 OF TITLE 6, PERTAINING TO VIOLATIONS – NOTICES- PENALITIES. Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve, second by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

ORDINANCE 2022-06: ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF AVENAL AMENDING PORTIONS OF CONSERVATIONIN ARTICLE 3 OF CHAPTER 4 OF TITLE 6, PERTAINING TO VIOLATIONS-NOTICES-PENALTIES (SECOND READING & ENACTED). Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve, second by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

RATIFYING RESOLUTION 2022-50: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL ENTERING INTO AN AGREEMENT WITH ROBERT A. NEVÁREZ FOR THE POSITION OF "CHIEF OF POLICE” FOR THE CITY OF AVENAL POLICE DEPARTMENT. Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve, second by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

RATIFYING RESOLUTION 2022-51 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL SUPPORTING AND APPROVING REQUEST FOR ECONOMIC RELIEF STIPEND TO THE CITY EMPLOYEES. Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve, second by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

RATIFYING RESOLUTION 2022-52 A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL SUPPORTING AND APPROVING REQUEST FOR ECONOMIC RELIEF STIPEND TO THE CITY MANAGER. Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve, second by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

AYES: Ramirez, Hernandez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: Gravelle, Verdugo.

ABSTAIN: None.

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MAYOR & COUNCIL MEMBER/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY/ ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION:

A. None.

ACTIVITY REPORTS/SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. Activity Reports:

1. Community Activities Department: Anna Lara-Nieto, Senior Recreation Leader.

Anna Lara-Nieto, Senior Recreation Leader reported the following: 1) Upcoming Events: Flea Market – August 12th – Rice Park7pm-10pm. In collaboration with Valley Voices. Free backpacks, Entertainment, and Flame eater, Flea Market – September 9th, Flea Market – October 14th; 2) On going Programs: Zumba – M/W/TH – from 7:00 – 8:00 pm, Fit to Succeed – M/TH – from 8:30 – 9:30 pm - 25% of total collected per class comes back to the department, and Veterans Hall opened daily from 10am-2pm for community; 3) continued project Community Garden; 4) August rentals: • Rec Center – 2 rentals this month & Theater – 2 Rentals this month; and 4) Daily functions: Summer Kidz Spot program ended August 5th & organizing C-trains, supplies, clean etc. in all buildings.

2. Community & Economic Development Activity Report: Kao Nou Yang, Director.

Kao Nou Yang, Community & Economic Development Director reported the following: 1) Planning Division: Site Plan Reviews Zoning Permits – Site plan Review No. 22-04, staff is rendering the decision letter. Site Plan Review No. 22-05 – Application received, working on project consultation notice; 2) Long Range Planning: Zoning, Subdivision and Building Ordinance – Staff is continually working with consultants and just finished its first workshop at the Planning Commission Workshops to discuss process of the zoning and subdivision comprehensive updates; 3) Building Division: Building and Permit Applications- The City has Implemented an electronic application submission for Building Permits, Land Use and Zoning Permits and Business License. The Application Link is Located on the City Website on the Home Page under the BUTTON APPLY FOR PERMIT ONLINE. We also have a QR code for the Online portal. If any applicant, community member and resident have any questions, we are happy to help answer and show you how to submit online. From January 2022 to August 2022, we had over 200 electronic submissions of Building permits; 4) Economic Development: Economic Team is collaborating with Several developers that are wanting to come to Avenal.

The City Staff would like Council to inform any property owners that own vacant lots and are willing to sale the property to contact the economic development team. With the limited commercial space and sizes of the properties we have here ion the City, we would like any property owners who is willing to sale to please contact us so we can help facilitate a contact; 5) Grants: Safe Route to School ATP Cycle 4 – The City’s consultant has submitted the package to Caltrans for review and their okay in regard to the plans and specs. We are awaiting their review; and 5) Misc.: Utilities, Mortgage and Rental Assistance Program workshop with Self Help – CV 2 & 3 are officially obligated. Therefore, program will go out for close out.

3. IT Department Activity Report: Humberto Bermudez, IT Manager.

Humberto Bermudez, IT Manager reported the following: 1) Current projects: Phone system, email, server; 2) City Clerk software; and 3) other: - assisting in setting up the new Community Development Assistant with logins and emails, assists the new Chief of Police in getting all necessary software and credentials ready on his devices, prepares a temporary cloud-based VPN (Virtual Private Network) for the interns to work remotely, completed CJIS (Criminal Justice Information Services) Level 4 training to allow for work with confidential police documents, Continues policy drafting for tech usage, Continues to maintain the city website and provide tech support across all facilities, Continues to work with KCAG to allow regular remote viewing and participation of their monthly, Technical Advisory Committee and Transportation Policy Committee and KCAG Commission meetings.

4. Police Department Activity Report: Roberto Nevarez, Chief of Police.

Chief of Police Nevarez, reported the following: 1) Sworn in as 3rd Avenal Police Chief; 2) Attended Rotary meeting; 3) Attended patrol briefings on several occasions; 4) met with two prospective captains candidates; 5) updated police website and Message from the Chief; 6) worked with staff to address speeding issues on Skyline Road; 7) attended Cruise night on King Street; 8) participated in interviews for Records clerks candidates; 9) participated in interviews for Police Officer and Sergeant; 10) attended Budget Workshop with City Manager and Council; 11) attended Virtual School Safety meeting hosted by Sheriff Robinson; 12) met with the Superintendent Pat Sanchez; 13) hosted “Fajita Tacos with the Chief“ for the troops; 14) created and distributed the new “End of Watch” report to be utilized at the end of every shift; 15) created and distributed the Police Department Organizational Chart (See Attached); 16) hosted Swearing-in ceremony for 2 new officers; 17) led planning for “Back to School” traffic response; and 18) on August 3rd. just after midnight, the department received a call of a burglary at Rice’s liquor. Officers arrived and observed three males fleeing the area. They were able to capture one suspect in the alley 800 block Skyline and received a second call of another burglary, this one at a thrift store, with two suspects. Their descriptions were the same as suspects from the Rice Liquor burglary. Officers arrived and observed the two suspects leaving the thrift store. They were both taken into custody. The suspects were all juveniles. A loaded Glock was recovered in the area of the arrest.

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5. Public Works/Building/Code Enforcement/Animal Control Departments Activity Report: Rob Williams, Public Works Director.

Rob Williams, Public Works Director, reported on the following: 1) Code Enforcement; 2) Park & Landscaping; 3) Streets; 4) Water Distribution; 5) Wastewater Collection; and 6) Vehicle, Equipment, & Building Maintenance.

B. Special Presentations/Reports:
1) None
PUBLIC HEARING(s):

Continued Joint Hearings of the City of Avenal Successor Agency RDA Trust Obligations Fund/Public Finance Authority:

Note: Funding Requests included in FY 2022/2023.

B. Consider Proposed Avenal Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund (FY) 2022/2023 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

C. Consider Avenal Housing Authority (FY) 2022/2023 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

D. Consider Proposed Finance Authority Public Finance Authority (PFA) Fiscal Year 2022/2023 City Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

City Manager Lopez reported that Staff is still working on the budget and with new Chief of Police need his budget and will need to continue Public Hearing to the September 22, 2022, City Council meeting.

Staff requesting to continue Public Hearing to the next City Council meeting for September 22, 2022.

Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve continuing Public Hearing to September 22, 2022, regular City Council meeting, second by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

Roll Call Vote:

AYES: Ramirez, Hernandez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: Verdugo, Gravelle.

ABSTAIN: None.

A. Consider Extending Local Emergency Declared on March 24, 2020:

City Manager Lopez reported that the On March 24, 2020, the Avenal City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-14 declaring a Local Emergency due to the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency: COVID 19 pandemic. The declaration is required to be reviewed to consider the following action: 1) reaffirm that a local emergency continues to exist; or, 2) make a finding that a local emergency no longer exists.

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• The legislative body has reconsidered the circumstances of the emergency; and • Either of the following circumstances exist: The state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of members to meet safely in person, or State or local officials continue to impose or recommend social distancing measures.

At this time, staff is recommending the City Council consider the following action by motion:

Approve and support the ongoing local emergency Resolution, and specifically, move to renew the emergency Resolution by sixty (60) days, unless a Councilmember or member of the public request that the Council convene to consider the ongoing emergency Resolution, at which time a special meeting would be scheduled.

Additionally, that the Council find that a state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of members to meet safely in person, and that State and local officials continue to impose or recommend social distancing measures.

City Manager Lopez mentioned that the Bureau recommended writing a letter and notice the Bureau now of our anticipated water shortage in case there may be a way for them to either find additional water or use other water suppliers that may be able to sell this water or other cities who may have a surplus like the city the past two to three years. So, understanding that and seeing situation in Coalinga before you and on the website, we did print it out a letter that he drafted and sent over earlier today to the Bureau requesting an additional 180-acre feet of water in order to meet our water year through the end of February. He noted that his seeing good compliance from the Community from our recent water, our Tier 3 water conservation efforts.

Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve as recommended and adding the letter to the USBAR for more water, seconded by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

Roll Call Vote:

AYES: Ramirez, Hernandez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: Verdugo, Gravelle.

ABSTAIN: None.

B. Consider Extending Local Emergency Declared on May 27, 2021:

City Manager Lopez reported that the Local Emergency due to the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency: Severe Water Shortage. The declaration is required to be reviewed to consider the following action: 1) reaffirm that a local emergency continues to exist; or, 2) make a finding that a local emergency no longer exists.

Staff is recommending the City Council consider the following action by motion:

Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez motioned to approve as recommended, seconded by Councilman Hernandez, and motion carried.

Roll Call Vote:

AYES: Ramirez, Hernandez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: Verdugo, Gravelle.

ABSTAIN: None.

NEW BUSINESS:

A. Consider Adoption of New and Updated Conflict of Interest Code. (Informational): City Clerk & City Attorney Moses Diaz, City Attorney mentioned that working on Updating Conflict of Interest Code. It is called the biennial review during even number of years. This since the last biennial review, they have been a number of positions with the city either been created, revised, or combined and whenever that happens there need to update the code. Started the process of updating the code is to provide a comment period that process has been opened. We may need to expand it, but we are in September 22, 2022 Pg. 16
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the process of completing this, so the next step will be that document approved and we have noticed it all will bring it back to the Council for approval. There is no action and just informational.

CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLOSING COMMENTS:

Maria Ortiz, City Clerk stated the following: 1) Election will be finalized on August 12th, which is this Friday. So, all submissions to be in at City Hall at 3:00 p.m. and submit to the Kings County Department of Elections.

City Manager Lopez announced that just to add that the cities two initiatives, the one cent tax and fees, and the Cannabis Business taxes on cannabis have been submitted, arguments of arguments have been submitted and the analysis from the city attorney has been submitted. It is on County Election website and feeling good about it. The arguments had community support in favor arguments. The City of Avenal will be working on information to explain both of the initiatives. All that has been submitted to the to the county.

Antony Lopez, City Manger reported the following: 1) The Flea Market – Friday August 12th and hope everyone is able to attend from 7:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.; 2) COVID-19 testing starting from 3:30 p.m. at the REC Center; 3) Commission on ageing sent him a flyer early today there assisting with vouchers or coupons for the farmers market in Hanford for Avenal. Their allocating 10 vouchers. They just want us to send them the name and work with the participants in the senior program to find 10-community members who would be wanting to attend and participate at the farmers market in Hanford. Also, September 16th, Commission of Aging is hosting party at the park in Hanford and need transportation. It may end up that the city will have to charter a bus again and use funding for LTF. He thinks it is a good thing for the community and there is funding for it.

Mayor Preciado mentioned the cleanup day at Veterans Hall. It was well attended, and many things were accomplished by the community and thanked everyone that participated. Also, the City Council is here to listen to any concerns that the community might have. Therefore,
City Manager Lopez showed the before and after of painting, landscaping, and hardscape. City Manager spoke with Superintendent Sanchez to finish the landscape with district staff and city staff. Thanked all that participated.

ADJOURNMENT:

There being no further business the City Council meeting was adjourned at 8:18 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
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City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 6. A
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Antony V. López, City Manager
DATE: September 22, 2022
RE: Consider One (1) Appointment for Vacant Planning Commission Seat – Councilman Hernandez
INFORMATION:

On February 11, 2022, Jeanne Tillotson tendered her resignation from the Avenal Planning Commission after over 20 years of service participating on the board.

Since then, staff has worked to solicit applications from eligible community members and review them with the next appointing member, Councilmember Hernandez.

After reviewing the few names and applicants, Councilman Hernandez would like to appoint Sergio Ramirez to serve on the Planning Commission.

RECOMMENDATION:

Discussion and consider appointment an individual to serve on the Avenal Planning Commission, or table decision to a later meeting.

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September 22, 2022 Pg. 20

COMMUNITY

ACTIVITIES DEPT
Upcoming Events
• Sept. 9th : Flea Market – Canceled due to heat.
• Sept. 29th: Gear up Community Event – Middle School.
• October 7th: Movie at the Theater – TBD.
• October 14th: Flea Market in collaboration with Pistachio Fest. • October 15th: Pistachio Festival Downtown Kings Street.

On Going Programs:
• Zumba: M/W/TH – from 7:00 – 8:00 p.m.
• Fit to Succeed: M/TH – from 8:30 – 9:30 p.m. this will be his last month with City.
o 25% of total collected per class comes back to the department. • Veterans Hall opened daily from 10am-2pm for community.

On Going Projects:
• Community Garden.
• Recreation Commission restructuring
August Rentals:
• Rec Center – 2 rentals this month.
• Theater – 1 Rentals this month.

Daily Functions:
• Daily Building maintenance.
• Preparation for October Events.

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September 22, 2022 Pg. 23
September 22, 2022 Pg. 24
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. ___–
TO: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
FROM: Kao Nou Yang, Director of Community and Economic Development DATE: SEPTEMBER 22, 2022
SUBJECT: SEPTEMBER 2022 MONTHLY REPORT
Planning Division:
- Long Range Planning:

Zoning, Subdivision and Building Ordinance – On September 12, 2022, the City Conducted its Second (2nd) Zoning Ordinance Workshop at the Planning Commission Meeting. Flyers were posted and shared on the city website and Facebook page. We encourage all City residents and business owners to attend so we can get an idea of types of zoning and growth the city would like to see. In order to grow the city, we must know what our goal is and how tor process the path to meet the goal in regards of land use.

Building Division:

Building and Permit Applications- The City has Implemented an electronic application submission for Building Permits, Land Use and Zoning Permits and Business License. The Application Link is Located on the City Website on the Home Page under the BUTTON APPLY FOR PERMIT ONLINE. We also have a QR code for the Online portal. If any applicant, community member and resident have any questions, we are happy to help answer and show you how to submit online. From January 2022 to September 2022, we had over 230 electronic submissions of Building permits.

Economic Development (CrisCom):

Monthly Report and Update from Economic Development Team CrisComm Grants / Projects:

Avenal Safe Route to School ATP Cycle 4 – Update From QK Avneal Kids Pocket Park – Update from O’Dell Engineering September 22, 2022 Pg. 25
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
“Pistachio Capital of the World” “Oasis in the Sun – Gateway to the Coast” AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. – A.3
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Humberto Bermudez, IT Manager
DATE: September 19thh, 2022
RE: Information Technology Monthly Report August 2022
CURRENT PROJECTS:

Phone System: Staff is working with the Police Department and other outside facilities outside City Hall to inventory the handsets provided by ShoreTel. Our Account Manager reports we have 7 handsets but our total inventory reports 20. ShoreTel’s support services were depreciated in 2020 so staff works on trying to shorten the scope of work to only encompass PD until there is a better understanding of how their POTS (Plain Old Telephone System) lines tie into their alarms. Our AT&T account lead reached out to us regarding our inventory ticket as well, which will give us better insight to what numbers we can remove while maintaining out POTS and Fax lines. Avaya’s contract is set to expire by the end of November. Staff will not be renewing the contract.

Emails: On hold until support reaches back out with a solution.

Server:
-New computers have arrived. Zero-touch deployment is almost fully functional. Missing features include a proper EULA (End User License Agreement) similar to our Windows machines and a number of extra convenience applications that are not immediately deployable. Essentials are automatically installed upon first boot.
-Load balancing is in place for the handful of services requiring open ports. This is a security measure that limits unnecessarily opening and exposing network ports to the internet. -Automatic Time Machine backups for macOS devices are fully functional when connected to our network.

Clerk Software: City Clerk and IT work with our project lead to make progress on CivicClerk. As staff begins working with it, we are reporting minor changes we need to our agenda templates.

Other:

Staff:
-Submits the first drafts for our Technology Usage and Remote Work Policies, as well as a VPN Access Form.
-Attended a Water Cybersecurity Workshop hosted by Senator Hurtado. -Worked with Code Enforcement to scope the networking needs inside the Animal Shelter. -Prepared a demo Mac for inexperienced staff members to work with prior to the transition. -Attended a demo with SecureLink for third-party remote access to any internal systems. -Continues to work with KCAG to allow regular remote viewing and participation of their monthly Technical Advisory Committee and Transportation Policy Committee and KCAG Commission meetings.
-Continues to maintain the city website and provide tech support across all facilities.

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AVENAL POLICE DEPARTMENT
Robert Nevarez, Chief of Police
317 Alpine St., Avenal, CA 93204
Bus. 559-386-4444 Fax 559-386-4447
Chief’s Monthly Report
September 19th, 2022
• Hosted swearing-in ceremony for new Police Officer
• Visited Veterans Hall and interacted with community members • Met with Coalinga Police Chief Jose Garza
• Attended multiple administrative staff meetings
• Attended City Council meeting
• Attended Rotary “Governors Night” meeting
• Met with business owners and local residents along King Street • Submitted language for a Tobacco enforcement grant
• Hosted interviews for Police Captain
• Participated in an interview with California Police Chiefs Association related to Officer and Police Chief wellness
• Participated in interviews for Police Sergeant
• Met with Commander Scott Goddard, California Highway Patrol (Major Crimes Task Force) • Participated in meeting with the California Health Collaborative • Attended regular Rotary Club meetings
• Distributed memo on police pursuits and importance of cancelling for low level violations • Follow up meeting with Superintendent Pat Sanchez regarding School Resource Officer • Presented on “Distracted Driving” at the monthly Staff Safety meeting • Hosted several Avenal Police Department staff meetings • Attended the “Major Crime Task Force” meeting in Hanford • Attended “September 16th” community event at Burris park • Attended the “El Camino Del Mar” house warming event
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12 Month Statistical Report
MONTH

CALLS FOR SERVICE
OFFICER SELF‐INITIATED

INVESTIGATIONS

CITATIONS

TRAFFIC COLLISIONS

ADULT ARRESTS

JUVENILE ARRESTS

GANG RELATED

EVIDENCE ITEMS
JANUARY 409 318 66 23 5 21 0 2 54
FEBRUARY 400 377 66 23 9 26 3 4 98
MARCH 490 340 92 19 3 32 4 2 77
APRIL 683 199 88 14 3 21 3 4 56
MAY 660 153 74 4 3 20 2 0 77
JUNE 555 109 72 1 6 15 0 1 49
JULY 577 134 60 4 2 19 0 0 57
AUGUST 677 297 76 14 7 24 5 1 132

SEPTEMBER

OCTOBER

NOVEMBER

DECEMBER
12 Month Totals 4451 1927 594 102 38 178 17 14 600
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Avenal PD Organizational Chart
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City of Avenal
TO: Honorable Mayor & City Council
FROM: Antony V. Lopez, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
DATE: September 14, 2022
Public Works Monthly Report August 2022
INFORMATION:

7300 CODE ENFORCEMENT:

Code Enforcement continues property and weed abatements. Staff is educating citizens regarding water waste. They have given verbal warnings along with handing out flyers and have issued three (3) citations for watering on wrong days. They will be working flex hours from early mornings to late afternoon/evenings for water waste enforcement. Staff also assisted in moving one of the homeless who is now in a home in Corcoran.

SEE ATTACHED REPORT.
8100 PARKS & LANDSCAPE:

Staff continues to maintain Rice Park, landscaped areas on Skyline, Neighborhood Park, Skate Park, Sport Complex, the Ken Brown Public Safety Center, and Elliott Park. All the playgrounds and the skate park are open. We are continuing to keep two (2) restrooms open at Rice Park. Staff met with contractors to improve the ADA accessibility to the West Pavillion.
9000 ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT:

Staff continues to maintain the Animal Shelter with animals rescued weekly. Staff continues to work with Corcoran and Animal Rescue. Staff met with two (2) contractors to get estimates for concrete work behind the shelter to set more kennels on and be able to wash down into the existing sewer drain.

SEE ATTACHED REPORT.
13000 STREETS:

Staff maintains city streets, signs, flags, and banners. Staff is working with the City Engineer on the South Seventh St. project trying to get it out for bids soon. We will be installing additional stop signs at locations close to Tamarack Elementary to help with traffic flow and slow traffic down. 14100 WATER DISTRIBUTION:

Staff continues to work with the City Engineer for the 18” water transmission replacement. We are reviewing submittals from the contractor for the fittings and other parts for the project. Staff continues to maintain and repair the distribution system.
15000 WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS:

Staff continues to report monthly to Regional Water Quality Control Board regarding overflows. We had only one (1) sewer plug in August it was on the city side due to flushable (not) wipes. Staff is continuing the enzyme treatment for grease.
18000 VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT & BUILDING MAINTENANCE:

Staff continues to maintain city-owned property, vehicles, and equipment. Staff continues monthly/quarterly reporting to SJVAPCD.

AGENDA ITEM NO. 7. – A.5
September 22, 2022 Pg. 30
Monthly Report
August 2022
Vehicle Abatements
Total of Vehicles Tagged (private property) 02
City of Avenal Abatements 00
Voluntary Abetments 00
Pending 02
Property Abetments
Mailed Abetments 23
Courtesy Verbal Abetments 25
Courtesy Door Hangers 29
Abetments Completed 69
Pending 08
Miscellaneous Complaints
Illegal Business/Expired License 01
Stop Work/No Permit 00
Illegal Occupancy 00
Illegal Venders 04
Complaints Received 03
*Phone 01
*Walk In 00
Miscellaneous Inspections 52
Miscellaneous Meetings 02
Recycling Control 03
Graffiti Control 05
Water Waste Control (verbal and/or citations) 25
Weed Abatement (properties posted for cleanup) 00
Weed Abatement (completed) 00
Illegal Yard Sales/No Permits 02
Notes: In good news, graffiti has dropped down. We also helped and assisted on moving one of our homeless - Leo is now in Corcoran in a home thanks to a team effort from Champions, Tulare Kings Homeless Alliance, and City of Avenal Code Enforcement. We also removed and disposed of all the things he left behind, so it doesn’t end up in our alleys or property’s.

Water CE did a lot of verbals along with flyer to residents and did notice less water waste. We did have so far 3 citations for watering on wrong days but a lot better from previous years.

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CITY OF AVENAL

ANIMAL CONTROL ACTIVITY REPORT
August 2022
TO: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
FROM: Raul Valadez, Animal Control Department
DATE: August 1, 2022
Animal Control Activity Report
Dogs Detained 33
Returned to Owner 01
Adopted 01
Died in Shelter 00
Euthanized 00
Stolen from Shelter 00
Escaped from Shelter 00
Remaining in Shelter 08
Dog Bite(s) 01
Citations 00
Complaints 03
Door Hangers 04
Cats Detained 03
Euthanized 02
Rescued 01
Redeemed 00
Adopted 00
Dogs Rescued 06
Roosters/Chickens/Owls/Turtles, etc. 00
Deceased Animals Received
Dogs 05
Cats 03
Other Animals Deceased 00

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CITY OF CORCORAN

ANIMAL CONTROL ACTIVITY REPORT
August 2022
TO: City of Corcoran, Animal Control Department
FROM: Raul Valadez: Animal Control Department
DATE: August 1, 2022
Animal Control Activity Report
Dogs Detained 39
Rescued 16
Returned to Owner 01
Adopted 00
Died in Shelter 00
Euthanized 02
Stolen from Shelter 00
Escaped from Shelter 00
Remaining in Shelter 23
Dog Bite(s) 1
Citations 0
Cats Detained 05
Rescued 13
Euthanized/Feral 01
Returned to Owner 00
Adopted 00
Roosters/Chickens/Rabbits/Ducks, etc. 00
Deceased Animals Received
Dogs 02
Cats 03
Other Animals Deceased 00
DOGS RESCUED FROM August 2022 16
DOGS RESCUED FROM JUNE 2022 09

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City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 8. A
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Antony V. López, City Manager & Griselda Price,
Director of Administrative Services
DATE: September 22, 2022
RE: Memo Regarding Budget and (FY) 2022/2023 City Budget /Fees & Charges INFORMATION:

As staff continues managing the day-to-day obligations of the City and working with the City Auditors, Sotomayor and Associates, and financial consultants, Price Paige, Staff is still awaiting some audited information to provide clean numbers for the full budget proposal.

Pending items are closing out FY 2021/2022, and working with recently hired police Chief to prioritize PD needs. In good news, Staff had previously projected health benefits increasing by 10%, and recently was informed that health benefits would only rise 5%, helping to create some savings.

Attached, Staff has prepared two items for consideration regarding the fees and charges, that could be adopted once the full budget is complete. First is clarifying language about rentals and services available to registered non-profit group in Avenal. Second is consideration of an additional opportunity for residents to host a yard sale, a total of four times.

RECOMMENDATION:

By motion, continue the Public Hearing to items 8A-8D to the next City Council meeting.

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Avenal Community Activities Department
City of Avenal – Community Activities Department – Revised September 19, 2022

RECREATION FACILITIES RENTAL RATES
NON-PROFITS/SCHOOLS/CHURCHES*

LOCATION

DEPOSITS

NO ALCOHOL /

ALCOHOL

RENTAL FEE ADDITIONAL

ALL FACILITIES

REC CENTER,

VETERANS HALL,

SCOUT HOUSE AND

THEATER
$100 / $250
$25
Up to 2hr
100.00
Full day
Security guards
required for DJ /
alcohol events

PAVILIONS / CAR
PORTS

CONCESSION STAND
$50 / $100
$30 All day use
$100
Full day
Security guards
required for DJ /
alcohol events
$20 /HR for use of
lights at Complex

TECHNOLOGY &

TRAINING ROOM
(TECH CENTER) --------
$10 All day use
$0
For Public
Educational Purposes*
Public
Educational
Purposes free
classes open to
the community
*Group must be recognized non-profit and registered with a valid business license with the City.

Use of Ice Machine: Only for group event held within the City and open to the public. Must submit request three days in advance and subject to approval from the City Manager.

Liability Insurance must be provided at renter’s expense. Policy requirements are listed in the application packet.

Security Guard services must be secured at renter’s expense for rentals where Alcohol, Dance and or DJ are being utilized. Number of security guards will be determined by company.

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1 CITY OF AVENAL

GUIDELINES FOR YARD SALES

YARD, GARAGE, SIDEWALK, AND PARKING LOT SALES

1. Only personal property may be sold. This may include clothing, equipment, furniture, etc. No property is to be acquired or consigned for the purpose of resale at your yard sale. The sale is limited to the Permit Location only.

2. The maximum number of yard sales is four (4) times per calendar year.

3. Each sale is limited to a maximum of three (3) consecutive days.

4. Sale items may be displayed in your garage, carport, patio, front, side or rear yard or in the house. A vehicle offered for sale may be displayed on a permanently constructed driveway within said front or side yard.

5. Property displayed in the front or side yard (except vehicles) is limited to 6:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. All items must be removed from the yard areas no later than 8:00 p.m. of each day of the sale.

6. In the case of churches, public schools, fraternal organizations, and other nonprofit organizations, for charitable purposes, the sale may be conducted on the premises or in the building of said organization. Other locations require the submission of written permission of the property owner and approval by the City Manager or Code Enforcement Department staff. A sale may be held at a residence for each of the above listed groups which will then constitute the permitted sale. Each sale is limited to maximum of three (3) consecutive days.

7. The permit must be posted in a conspicuous place and be clearly visible from the street for the duration of the yard sale.

SIGNS

1. Two additional free-standing signs may be posted, subject to the written permission of the property owner on whose property said signs are to be placed.

2. Said signs shall not exceed six square feet in size. No signs are permitted within the public right-of-way or affixed to utility poles, street signs, or similar facilities used for public purposes.

3. Notwithstanding the above, no sign may be posted in any place other thanthe property where the sale is to be conducted.
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2 FEES
A fee of $15.00 will be charged for each yard sale with no more than three (3) yard sales allowed. All fees are payable at the time the permit application is filed. Fees are non-refundable.

EXCEPTION: No fee shall be charged for a sale being conducted by a church, public school, fraternal organization or other non-profit entities.

VIOLATIONS
Please be aware that if you are found in violation of this Guidelines for Yard Sale you may be subject to Municipal fines and no longer permitted to conduct future sales. Monitoring and/or violations will be processed by the Avenal Code Enforcement Department and the Avenal Police Department.

PROCESSING
Yard Sale Permit Applications are requested to be submitted at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the date of the sale in order to allow time for processing and review. Please return applications to:

Avenal City Hall,
919 Skyline Boulevard,
Avenal, CA 93204
between the business hours of 8:00 a.m. and 4:30 p.m. Or email [email protected].

Please call the Avenal Code Enforcement (559) 386-5766
with any questions.

YOUR COOPERATION IS GREATLY APPRECIATED!
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September 22, 2022 Pg. 37
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9. A
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Antony V. López, City Manager
DATE: September 22, 2022
RE: Consider Extending Local Emergency Declaration (COVID-19) INFORMATION:

On March 24, 2020, the Avenal City Council adopted Resolution No. 2020-14 declaring a Local Emergency due to the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency: COVID 19 pandemic. Although case numbers have dropped to the single digits in Avenal, not all restrictions have been lifted, and the finding below is still required to be made to allow Councilmembers to attend meetings virtually.

The declaration is required to be reviewed to consider the following action: 1) reaffirm that a local emergency continues to exist; or, 2) make a finding that a local emergency no longer exists.

On October 28, 2021, the Avenal City Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-48 to satisfy AB 361 in order to continue Teleconferenced Meetings. AB 361 provides that, if the state of emergency remains active for more than 30 days, a local agency must make the following findings by majority vote every 30 days to continue using the bill’s exemption to the Brown Act teleconferencing rules
• The legislative body has reconsidered the circumstances of the emergency; and • Either of the following circumstances exist: The state of emergency continues to directly impact the ability of members to meet safely in person, or State or local officials continue to impose or recommend social distancing measures.

At this time, staff is recommending the City Council consider the following action by motion:

RECOMMENDATION:

Discussion/Action.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

September 22, 2022 Pg. 38
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 9. B
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Antony V. López, City Manager
DATE: September 22, 2022
RE: Consider Extending Local Emergency Declaration (Water) INFORMATION:

On May 27, 2021, the Avenal City Council adopted Resolution No. 2021-23 declaring a Local Emergency due to the existence or threatened existence of a local emergency: Severe Water Shortage.

The declaration is required to be reviewed to consider the following action: 1) reaffirm that a local emergency continues to exist; or, 2) make a finding that a local emergency no longer exists.

As of May 18, 2022, USBR has conditionally allocated 2,000 acre feet of water to the City of Avenal as Public Health & Safety use. On average in the last few years, the City has utilized roughly 2,300 acre feet of water under Tier III drought emergency conditions. As the City continues growing and new houses being build, 2,000 acre feet of water may not be enough and additional water may be need.

By continuing the local emergency due to drought conditions, this action helps to show the Bureau that the City takes the drought emergency seriously and helps them accommodate the necessary Public Health & Safety water needs to the City.

Staff is recommending the City Council consider the following action by motion:

RECOMMENDATION:

Discussion/Action.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

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