Agenda — City Council/Successor Agency/Public Finance Authority, September 12, 2024

CITY OF AVENAL
“Pistachio Capital of the World®”

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PFA MEETING
SEPTEMBER 12, 2024; 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: None.

LAST ORDINANCE: 2023-06 CITY LAST RESOLUTION: 2024-40
(SA) LAST RESOLUTION: 2023-02 PFA LAST RESOLUTION: 2023-01 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 $450.00 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. Personnel (Government Code §54957(b)).

Consider Public Employee Performance Evaluation for the Position of: City Manager B. Conference with Real Property Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54956.8).

Property Description: APN: 040-320-009-000; & 040-320-014-000 Negotiator(s): City Manager/City Attorney.

Party with whom negotiating: CrisCom Company. Instructions to negotiator concerning: Terms of Payment.

C. Pending Litigation (Government Code § 54956.9).

Conference with legal counsel – EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)).

1. Parties, case/claim no: Ross Family Properties, LLC, v. City of Avenal (Kings County Superior Court, Case No. 24CU0071)

2. Parties, case/claim no: Jesus A. Mendez, v. City of Avenal (Kings County Superior Court, Case No. 24CU0108)

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.

New Employee Introductions: Michelle Avila - Part Time Customer Service Representative, Alejandro Luis - Landscaper/Park Maintainer
Special Recognitions: AHS 2023-2024 Varsity Softball Team for CIF Valley Championship Play

5. CONSENT CALENDAR:

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

A. Consider City of Avenal/Successor Agency’s Approval of Minutes for August 8, 15, & 26, 2024.

B. Consider Approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) (Resolution 2024-41).

6. ACTIVITY REPORTS/SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS & COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. Activity Reports:

1. Public Works/Code Enforcement/Animal Control Departments Activity Report: Scott Davis, Public Works Supervisor.
a. City Engineer’s Activity Report: Javier Andrade –A&M Consulting Engineers

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

3. Recreation Department Activity Report: Anna Lara, Community Activities Senior Leader September 12, 2024 Pg. 1

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

A. 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) 2024/2025 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) 2024/2025 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

C. Consider Proposed Finance Authority Public Finance Authority (PFA) Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

9. OLD BUSINESS:

A. Consider Approving SRO Agreement with RSUSD (Resolution 2024-42) (Discussion/Action).

10. NEW BUSINESS:

A. None.

11. CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLOSING COMMENTS:

Any Council member may request an item be placed on a future agenda, provided that a simple majority also support adding said item. Discussion or action on any item not on the current agenda is strictly prohibited. Closing comments are intended for Council members to report attendance of any special events and pertinent information back to the public.
• 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 9, 2024.
__ /s/ Maria Ortiz
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
September 12, 2024 Pg. 2

CIUDAD DE AVENAL
"Capital Mundial® del Pistacho"
REUNIÓN ORDINARIA DEL CONCEJO MUNICIPAL/AGENCIA
SUCESORA/PFA DEL 12 DE SEPTIEMBRE DE 2024; 5:15 P.M.

TEATRO Y CENTRO DE EVENTOS AVENAL, 233 E. KINGS ST., AVENAL, CA A TRAVÉS DE VIDEO/CONFERENCIA WEB DE ZOOM:

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

Sesión de estudio: Ninguna.

ÚLTIMA ORDENANZA: 2023-06. ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN DE LA CIUDAD: 2024-40 (SA) ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN: 2023-02 ÚLTIMA RESOLUCIÓN DE PFA: 2023-01 AGENDA

1. LLAMADO AL ORDEN Y JURAMENTO DE LEALTAD:

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

SECRETARIO MUNICIPAL:

Sección 54952.3 del Código de Gobierno: Los miembros del Concejo Municipal/Agencia Sucesora tienen derecho a recibir un total de $450.00 por mes debido a ser elegidos para el Concejo Municipal. No reciben ninguna otra compensación por ser miembros de la Agencia Sucesora.

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

Es la intención de este órgano rector reunirse en sesión cerrada 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 Cerrada.

A. Personal (Código de Gobierno §54957(b)).

Considere la Evaluación del Desempeño de los Empleados Públicos para el Puesto de: Administrador de la ciudad
B. Conferencia con el (los) Negociador(es) de Bienes Raíces (Código de Gobierno § 54956.8).

Es la intención de este cuerpo directivo reunirse en Sesión Cerrada para consultar con su(s) negociador(es) de bienes raíces con respecto a la compra, venta, intercambio o arrendamiento de bienes inmuebles por o para esta agencia de la siguiente manera:

Descripción de la propiedad: APN: 040-320-009-000; y 040-320-014-000 Negociador(es): Administrador de la Ciudad/Abogado de la Ciudad.

Parte con la que negocia: Empresa CrisCom. Instrucciones para el negociador relativas a: Condiciones de pago.

C. Litigios pendientes (Código de Gobierno § 54956.9).

Conferencia con un asesor legal – LITIGIOS EXISTENTES (Código de Gobierno § 54956.9(d)(1)).

1. Partes, caso/reclamación n.º: Ross Family Properties, LLC, v. City of Avenal (Tribunal Superior del Condado de Kings, Caso n.º 24CU0071)

2. Partes, caso/reclamación n.º: Jesús A. Méndez, v. Ciudad de Avenal (Tribunal Superior del Condado de Kings, Caso n.º 24CU0108)

4. COMENTARIOS PÚBLICOS/ANUNCIOS Y APARICIONES NO PROGRAMADAS:

Cualquier persona puede dirigirse directamente al Concejo / Agencia en este momento sobre cualquier tema en la agenda o sobre cualquier otro tema de interés para el público que esté dentro de la jurisdicción temática 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.

Presentaciones de nuevos empleados: Michelle Avila - Representante de Servicio al Cliente a Tiempo Parcial, Alejandro Luis - Paisajista/Mantenedor de Parques
Reconocimientos Especiales: Equipo de Softbol Varsity AHS 2023-2024 para el Campeonato CIF Valley

5. CALENDARIO DE CONSENTIMIENTO:

Todos los elementos enumerados en el calendario de consentimiento son de rutina o solo para aprobación y se promulgan mediante una moción: (Acción).

A. Considere la aprobación de las actas de la Ciudad de Avenal/Agencia sucesora para el 8, 15 y 26 de agosto de 2024.

B. Considerar la aprobación del Plan de Seguridad Vial Local (LRSP) (Resolución 2024-41).

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

A. Informes de actividad:

1. Informe de Actividades de los Departamentos de Obras Públicas/Aplicación de Códigos/Control de September 12, 2024 Pg. 3
Animales: Scott Davis,
Supervisor de Obras Públicas.
a. Informe de Actividad del Ingeniero de la Ciudad: Javier Andrade – A&M Consulting Engineers

2. Reporte de Actividad del Departamento de TI: Humberto Bermúdez, Gerente de TI.

3. Informe de Actividades del Departamento de Recreación: Anna Lara, Líder Senior de Actividades Comunitarias

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

A. 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 / tarifas y cargos propuestos para el año fiscal (FY) 2024/2025 de la ciudad de Avenal:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución (incluyendo Tarifas y Cargos).

Nota: Solicitudes de financiamiento incluidas en el año fiscal 2022/2023.

B. Considerar el presupuesto propuesto para el 2024/2025 de la Agencia sucesora de Avenal/Fondo de Obligación de Deuda RDA:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución.

C. Considerar el presupuesto propuesto de la Autoridad de Finanzas Públicas (PFA) para el año fiscal 2024/2025:
• Informe del personal
• Audiencia Pública
• Discusión/Acción: Aprobación por Resolución.

9. NEGOCIO ANTIGUO:

A. Considerar la aprobación del acuerdo de SRO con RSUSD (Resolución 2024-42) (Discusión/Acción).

10. NUEVOS NEGOCIOS:

A. Ninguno.

11. CORRESPONDENCIA/ANUNCIOS/COMENTARIOS FINALES:

Cualquier miembro del Consejo podrá solicitar que un tema se incluya en un orden del día futuro, siempre que una mayoría simple también apoye la adición de dicho tema. Queda terminantemente prohibida la discusión o acción sobre cualquier tema que no esté en el orden del día actual. Los comentarios finales tienen la intención de que los miembros del Consejo informen al público sobre la asistencia a cualquier evento especial e información pertinente. • Próximos y futuros puntos del orden del día a tener en cuenta. • Correspondencia/Anuncios/Información/Comentarios finales.

12. APLAZAMIENTO:
1) En cumplimiento con la Ley de Estadounidenses con Discapacidades, si necesita asistencia especial para participar en esta reunión, comuníquese con la Oficina del Secretario de la Ciudad (559) 386-5766. Teatro y Centro de Eventos Avenal, 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 [Concejo/Autoridad] después de la distribución del paquete de la agenda están disponibles para inspección pública en la oficina [de los Secretarios Municipales] en 919 Skyline Blvd., Avenal, CA 93204 durante el horario comercial normal.

Certifico que esta Agenda del taller del Concejo Municipal de la Ciudad de Avenal se publicará en los siguientes lugares: 1) Cámaras del Concejo Municipal, Teatro Avenal 233 E. Kings St.; 2) Ayuntamiento, 919 Skyline Blvd.; 3) Madera Avenal, 600 Skyline Blvd.; y 4) T&T Market, 801 Skyline Blvd. Avenal CA 93204 el 9 de septiembre de 2024. __ /s/ María Ortiz
María Ortiz, Secretaria Municipal
September 12, 2024 Pg. 4
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

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

NEW EMPLOYEE INTRODUCTION
New Employee
Introductions
Michelle Avila
Part-Time Customer
Service Representative
September 12, 2024 Pg. 5
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

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

NEW EMPLOYEE INTRODUCTION
New Employee
Introductions
Alejandro Luis
Landscaper/
Park Maintainer
September 12, 2024 Pg. 6
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

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

SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS
Special Recognitions
AHS 2023-2024
Varsity Softball Team for
CIF Valley Championship Play
September 12, 2024 Pg. 7
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

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

SPECIAL RECOGNITIONS

1. Maryah Lucero

2. Lauryn Lucero

3. Eliyesca Conchas

4. Gianna Conchas

5. Deztiny Hernandez

6. Layla Lopez

7. Khloe Nieto

8. Natalie Torres

9. Natalia Ruiz

10. Jesslyn Valle

11. Anabelle Gonzalez

12. Brianna Soto

13. Miranda Montoy

14. Mia Paez
FIRSTS
Winning season
Playoff Berth
Playoff Host
Playoff Win
Valley Championship Play
September 12, 2024 Pg. 8

CITY OF AVENAL
“Pistachio Capital of the World®”

REGULAR CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY/PFA MEETING
AUGUST 8, 2024, 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 5:15 p.m.

ROLL CALL: Councilman, Ricardo Verdugo, Pablo Hernandez, Mayor Pro Tem Alejandro Ramirez, Mayor Alvaro Preciado.

ABSENT: None.

STAFF: Lopez, Ortiz, Price, Bermudez, Davis, Velasco, Andrade.

LEGAL COUNCEL: Moses Diaz.

CITY CLERK:

The City Council went into Closed Session at 5:19 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION: (City/Successor Agency):

A. Personnel (Government Code §54957(b)).

Consider Public Employee Performance Evaluation for the Position of: Chief of Police B. Conference with Real Property Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54956.8).

Property Description: APN: 040-320-009-000; & 040-320-014-000 Negotiator(s): City Manager/City Attorney.

Party with whom negotiating: CrisCom Company. Instructions to negotiator concerning: Terms of Payment.

C. Pending Litigation (Government Code § 54956.9).

Conference with legal counsel – EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code § 54956.9(d)(1)).

1. Parties, case/claim no: Ross Family Properties, LLC, v. City of Avenal (Kings County Superior Court, Case No. 24CU0071).

Mayor Preciado reopened meeting at 6:29 p.m. with nothing to report.

PUBLIC COMMENT/ANNOUNCEMENTS & UNSCHEDULED APPEARANCES: No public comments.

Cecilio Velasco introduced New Employees: Officers Rafael Silva and Balthazar Moillon. Officers Rafael Silva and Balthazar Moillon are honored to work for the City of Avenal and thanked the City Council.

The City Council and staff welcomed them to the city family.

AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. – A.

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Veronica Aguirre stated concerns as follows: 1) Landfill mulch; 2) PG&E relief efforts and contact Utilities Commission (CPUC); 3) Illegal Fireworks a nuisance, burden for animals and need it to stop; and 5) Congratulated the new officers.

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 10, 11, & 25, 2024.

B. Consider accepting conditions for grant award for the Climate Action & Adaptation Plan (Resolution 2024-35) C. Consider Authorization for City Manager & Chief of Police to Sign Contingency Agreements with Candidates (Resolution 2024-36).

D. Ratify Salary Adjustments to Bargaining Units 1-5, City Manager, and Chief of Police (Resolution 2024-37).

RESOLUTION 2024-35: THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OFAVENAL AUTHORIZING THE CITY

MANAGER TO EXECUTEAGREEMENTS WITH THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF TRANSPORTATION FOR THE CITY OF AVENAL CLIMATE ACTION & ADAPTATION PLAN Councilman Verdugo motioned to approve, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2024-36: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL

AUTHORIZING THE CHIEF OF POLICE AND THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN CONTINGENCY AGREEMENTS WITH CANDIDATES FOR PEACE OFFICER POSITIONS. Councilman Verdugo motioned to approve, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

RESOLUTION 2024-37: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL SUPPORTING AND APPROVING OFFERS TO THE EMPLOYEE DESIGNATED NEGOTIATING TEAMS NO. 1, 2, 3, 4 & 5, CHIEF OF POLICE AND CITY MANAGER AS PER REQUESTED FOR FY 2024/2025. Councilman Verdugo motioned to approve, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

Council Member/Successor Agency Member Verdugo motioned to approve Consent Calendar, seconded by Councilman/Successor Agency Member Hernandez, and motion carried.

ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Verdugo, Hernandez, Gravelle, Ramirez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

ACTIVITY REPORTS/SPECIAL PRESENTATIONS& COMMITTEE REPORTS:

A. Activity Reports:

1. Police Department Activity Report: Cecilio Velasco, Chief of Police.

Cecilio Velasco, Chief of Police reported the following: 1) Leadership Stability; 2) Recruit and Retain the best; 3) International Model of Community Trust; 4) Amongst the safest cities in America; and 5) Embrace wellness amongst our employees.

2. Community Development Activity Report: Kelsey George, Contract City Planner, 4Creeks.

Kelsey George, Contract City Planner, 4Creeks reported the following: 1) Establish procedures for address assignments; 2) Continue to work through subdivision and zoning ordinance amendments and begin preparing items for public hearing; 3) Re-engage with Fresno County regarding a potential annexation for property located adjacent to city limits to the north/northwest; 4) Coordinate with Kings County on the Multi-Jurisdictional Housing Element; special hearing scheduled for 8/26/24; and 5) Response to miscellaneous public and staff inquiries planning and zoning issues, processing of OpenGov tasks, and reviewing business licenses.

3. Economic Development & Grant Writing Report: Emily Engelsgaard, Grants Manager, the CrisCom Company.

Emily Engelsgaard, Grants Manager, the CrisCom Company reported: 1) Legislative update; 2) Avenal Budget requests:
$10M - Avenal Civic Center (Joint City Hall and Police Department Building), $700K - Renovate Avenal Sports Complex, $250K - Remodeling of the José Ramirez Avenal Boxing Club, $500K - City Beautification Program and on the Federal level, Congressman Valadao has prioritized our Avenal Water Storage Tank Project in the amount of $4M; 3) Economic September 12, 2024 Pg. 10
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Development update: ICSC Las Vegas in May, and during that time, our team made many contacts. As stated, reaching out to those that we met with at ICSC which is a large list consisting of vendors such as Alamo Drafthouse Cinema, Big 5 Sporting Goods, Burlington Stores, Inc., Domino's, Focus Brands, Inspire Brands, Jack in the Box, Jersey Mike's, Little Caesar, McDonald’s, WSS Shoes Style Selection, Yum! Brands, etc.

B. Special Presentations/Reports:
a. Summer Interns Projects: Bryanna Padilla, Grace Resendez, Noemi Barrios, Karla Curiel.

Bryanna Padilla, Grace Resendez, Noemi Barrios, Karla Curiel gave a 2-minute presentation of their accomplishments working as interns.

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

A. Discussion of Community Concerns Regarding Elevated PG&E Bills and Consideration of Drafting a Formal Letter to PG&E Requesting Relief Measures.

Antony Lopez, City Manager reported that at the request of Mayor Preciado, this agenda item aims to discuss the elevated PG&E bills affecting commercial business owners within our community. Fresno County has recently undertaken measures to address this concern, including sending formal letters to PG&E requesting a review of the current rates and potential relief measures for businesses. It is proposed that we consider a similar approach to advocate for our local businesses Commercial business owners in our community have raised concerns about the significant increase in PG&E bills, which is impacting their operations and financial stability. This issue has also been observed in neighboring areas, prompting similar actions by local governments
Staff recommends that the City Council discuss the community concerns regarding elevated PG&E bills for commercial business owners and consider drafting a formal letter to PG&E. The letter would request a comprehensive rate review and explore possible relief measures for affected businesses.

The City Council is in consensus to drafting a formal letter to PG&E.

B. Review and Discussion of Avenal Community Recreation Center Plans (Informational).

City Manager Lopez reported the following : 1) the City has two (2) engineers on it, Brian Skaggs, Summers Engineering and Javier Andrade, A&M Engineering working on finalizing the bid documents; 2) fixing issues because staff has incomplete plans and Brian Skaggs has been working off of scans to create documents that will be usable for our construction once it is take this out to bid; 3) City Manager Lopez ask to review plans to make sure all pieces the community would want to see; 4) As stated, since the beginning, it's been unfortunate how this project was started and more at the staff level not really from the community. 5) Items it should incorporate basketball court, soccer field, basketball, mobile basketball, kitchen, weight room, multi-purpose room, some office spaces, restrooms and storage; 6) So, that second floor will be kind of closed off to the public; 7) IT worked on sketching out, all the hookups for tv’s, internet hookups for the Wi-Fi, hookups for cameras everywhere. Brian Skaggs, Summers Engineering is making sure Staff put in enough conduit, wire and trench to ensure that the City connects between the Community Center, Public Works Yard and Animal Shelter to have one spot as a main internet source and be able to share it across facilities; 8) the project is 95%; and 10) Javier Andrade, A&M Engineering will help with CDBG guidelines.

PUBLIC HEARING(s):

Joint Hearing 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) 2024/2025 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

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C. Consider Proposed Finance Authority Public Finance Authority (PFA) Fiscal Year 2024/2025 Budget:
• Staff Report
• Public Hearing
• Discussion/Action: Approval by Resolution.

City Manager Lopez would like to continue item to finish budget, and it was discussing yesterday at a Special meeting.

Mayor Preciado opened The Public Hearing at 7:48 p.m. will be continued.

Mayor Preciado made a motion to continue hearing for the next regular scheduled meeting, seconded by Councilman Verdugo and motion carried.

ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Preciado, Verdugo, Hernandez, Gravelle, Ramirez,.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

OLD BUSINESS:

A. None
NEW BUSINESS:

A. Consider Awarding Bid for Avenal Cut-Off Road Resurfacing Project (Resolution 2024-38):

Javier Andrade, Contract City Engineer reported that The City of Avenal is allocating funds to ensure the necessary financial resources are available for the Avenal Cutoff Road Rehabilitation project's successful execution and completion. The City advertised the Avenal Cutoff Road Rehabilitation Project beginning July 8, 2024. The city solicited bids which were opened and read aloud on August 7th, 2024, at 2:00 pm at Avenal City Hall, as follows:

CONTRACTOR BASE BID BID ADDITIVE TOTAL BID
Cal Valley Construction $846,826.10 $3,000.00 $849,826.10 G&J Heavy Haul, Inc. $892,147.57 $6,643.63 $898,791.20
Granite Construction Company $1,006,737.45 $-9,300.00 $997,437.45 Papich Construction, Inc. $1,487,775.00 $0.00 $1,487,775.00 Talley Oil Inc. $818,637.05 $10,000.00 $828,637.05
VSS International Inc. $863,000.00 $6,480.00 $869,480.00 The City Engineer recommends awarding the contract to Talley Oil Inc. for the Avenal Cutoff Road Rehabilitation Project as they were the lowest responsive bidder.

Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2024-338 to award the contract to Talley Oil Inc. for the Avenal Cutoff Road Rehabilitation Project and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City.

RESOLUTION 2024-38: THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL AWARDING THE CONTRACT FOR THE AVENAL CUTOFF ROAD REHABILITATION PROJECT TO TALLEY OIL INC. Councilman Verdugo motioned to approve, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Verdugo, Hernandez, Gravelle, Ramirez, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

B. Consider Approving SRO Agreement with RSUSD (Resolution 2024-39):

City Manager Lopez would like to table item.

Mayor Preciado motioned to table item to next City Council meeting, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motioned carried.

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Joint Meeting City Council/Successor Agency/PFA – August 8, 2024

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ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Preciado, Hernandez, Gravelle, Ramirez, Verdugo, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

C. Consider MOU with RSUSD for Digital Sign and Approving the Purchase of a Digital Sign for Skyline Blvd/Hydril Road from MAVP (Resolution 2024-40):

City Manager Lopez reported that at the recent City Council meeting, the agreement with the County of Kings for digital signs was approved. Following this approval, we are now presenting the quotes for the new sign at the corner of Hydril Road and Skyline Boulevard at Skyline Park (Elliott Park). We have received three quotes for this project of the following specs 6mm 14’ x 12’ DoubleSided Electronic Message Center:

1. MAVP: $116,025

2. Golden Rule: $173,043

3. A Plus Signs: $204,537.20
Staff is ordering a specially sized 14’ x 12’ double-sided electronic message center to catch drivers’ attention. We will work closely with the manufacturer to ensure the sign meets our specifications. The recommendation is to proceed with MAVP for the following reasons: Cost-Effective: MAVP’s quote is significantly lower than the other two quotes. Warranty and Labor:

MAVP offers a 5-year warranty, which includes labor for a marquee on top that will say “Welcome,” along with the logos of the City of Avenal and Reef-Sunset Unified School District. Labor will be reduced as the sign will be constructed off-site to avoid prevailing wages. Design: The signs will likely be detached front and back to angle more toward the road for better visibility.

Staff recommends adopting Resolution 2024-39, approve the purchase of the 14’ x 12’ double-sided electronic message center from MAVP for $116,025.

City Manager concluded that the fiscal impact - The Reef-Sunset Unified School District is offering to pay up to $72,000 toward the construction of this sign. A full Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the school district is still being finalized, pending legal review. The remaining funds will be from the County’s sub-contract agreement.

RESOLUTION 2024-39: THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF AVENAL APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF A 14’ X 12’ DOUBLESIDED ELECTRONIC MESSAGE CENTER FOR SKYLINE PARK (ELLIOTT PARK).

Mayor Pro Tem Ramirez made a motion to approve, seconded by Councilman Hernandez and motion carried.

ROLL CALL VOTE:

AYES: Ramirez, Hernandez, Verdugo, Gravelle, Preciado.

NOES: None.

ABSENT: None.

ABSTAIN: None.

CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLOSING COMMENTS:

City Manager Lopez reported the following: 1) August 17th Fun Run and getting a t-shirt paid by Tabacco grant they have logos running tobacco free and don’t be a bully. All are invited to participate but gearing up towards the youth and renting a foam machine; 3) back to school event with Reef Sunset Unified School District; Crise night and Jose Hernandez inspirational journey to how he became an astronaut.

Mayor Preciado reported the following: 1) attended many meetings and thanks the community for attending.

ADJOURNMENT:

Mayor Preciado report that with no further business the meeting was adjourned at 8:49 p.m.

Respectfully submitted,
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
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AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. – A.

CITY OF AVENAL

SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE AVENAL CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY AUGUST 15, 2024; 5:00 P.M.

CITY HALL, 919 SKYLINE BOULEVARD, AVENAL, CA

MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Preciado at 5:01 p.m.

ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Louis Gravelle, Ricardo Verdugo, Mayor Pro Tem Alejandro Ramirez Pablo Hernandez, Mayor Alvaro Preciado
ABSENT: None.

STAFF PRESENT: Lopez, Ortiz,
CITY ATTORNEY: Moses Diaz.

The City Council went into Closed Session at 5:08 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION: (City/Successor Agency):

A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54956.8).

It is the intent of this governing body to meet in Closed Session to confer with its real property negotiator(s) concerning the purchase, sale, exchange, or lease of real property by or for this agency as follows: Property Description: APN: 040-320-009-000; & 040-320-014-000 Negotiator(s): City Manager/City Attorney. Party with whom negotiating: CrisCom Company. Instructions to negotiator concerning: Terms of Payment. Mayor
CORRESPONDENCE/ANNOUNCEMENTS/CLOSING COMMENTS:

City Manager Lopez thanked the City Council for Measure B and the future of Avenal.

Mayor Preciado reopened the meeting at 5:53 p.m. with nothing to report.

ADJOURNMENT.

There being no further business, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 5:54. p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
September 12, 2024 Pg. 14
AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. – A.

CITY OF AVENAL

SPECIAL JOINT MEETING OF THE AVENAL CITY COUNCIL/SUCCESSOR AGENCY AUGUST 26, 2024; 5:00 P.M.

CITY HALL, 919 SKYLINE BOULEVARD, AVENAL, CA

MINUTES
CALL TO ORDER & PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by Mayor Preciado at 5:01 p.m.

ROLL CALL: Councilmembers: Louis Gravelle, Ricardo Verdugo, Mayor Pro Tem Alejandro Ramirez Pablo Hernandez, Mayor Alvaro Preciado
ABSENT: None.

STAFF PRESENT: Lopez, Ortiz,
CITY ATTORNEY: Moses Diaz.

The City Council went into Closed Session at 5:08 p.m.

CLOSED SESSION: (City/Successor Agency):

A. Conference with Real Property Negotiator(s) (Government Code § 54956.8).

City Manager Lopez thanked the City Council for Measure B and the future of Avenal.

Mayor Preciado reopened the meeting at 5:53 p.m. with nothing to report.

ADJOURNMENT.

There being no further business, the City Council meeting was adjourned at 5:54. p.m.

Respectfully Submitted,
Maria Ortiz, City Clerk
September 12, 2024 Pg. 15
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 5. - B
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Javier Andrade, Contract City Engineer
DATE: August 22, 2024
RE: Consider Approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) INFORMATION:

The Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) is a federal-aid program aiming to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries on public roads. HSIP typically calls for projects every two years and is currently on its 12th cycle.

HSIP has two application categories: Benefit Cost Ratio (BCR) and Set-asides (SA). The BCR category requires a benefit cost analysis and typically a larger number of fatalities is needed to have a competitive application. The SA category has funding set aside for the following:
• Guardrail Upgrades ($1 million per agency max)
• Pedestrian Crossing Enhancements ($350,000 per agency max) • Installing Edgelines ($350,000 per agency max)
• Bike Safety Improvements ($350,000 per agency max)
• Tribes ($350,000 per tribe)
Agencies who did not receive funding from the program in the last two cycles will have higher priority during project selection.

One of the requirements to apply for HSIP funds is having a Local Roadway Safety Plan that is approved by City Council. An LRSP has been developed with local collision data to help satisfy this requirement.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff is recommending approval of the Local Roadway Safety Plan to make the city eligible to apply for grant funds through the Highway Safety Improvements Program.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 16

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BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE

CITY OF AVENAL
IN THE MATTER OF:

THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY

AVENAL APPROVING THE LOCAL

ROADWAY SAFETY PLAN (LRSP)
2024
RESOLUTION 2024-_ 41 __
WHEREAS, the Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) provides federalaid to reduce traffic fatalities and serious injuries on public roads; and WHEREAS, HSIP funding is available every two years; and WHEREAS, an approved Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) is required for eligibility for Highway Safety Improvement Program grant funds; and WHEREAS, an LRSP has been developed for the City of Avenal based on local collision data.

UPON MOTION OF COUNCIL MEMBER , SECONDED BY

COUNCIL MEMBER , THE FOLLOWING WAS PASSED,

APPROVED, AND ADOPTED BY THE CITY COUNCIL AT AN OFFICIAL MEETING HELD ON September 12, 2024, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:
,
AVENAL
MARIA A. ORTIZ City Clerk

CITY OF AVENAL
__________________________________
ALVARO PRECIADO, Mayor

CITY OF AVENAL
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE CITY COUNCIL:

1. Found that the foregoing recitals are true;

2. Approves the Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP).

3. Authorized the City Manager, and all relevant City staff to carry out the terms and conditions of this resolution and to take all steps reasonably necessary, proper and/or convenient and/or incidental thereto.
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CITY OF AVENAL

LOCAL ROADWAY SAFETY PLAN
2024
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By signing this Local Roadway Safety Plan, the engineer is attesting to the technical information and engineering data in this report, which are the basis for the local agency's recommendations, conclusions, and decisions.

Prepared by:
_______________________________________________________________ Javier Andrade, PE
Professional Civil Engineer
A&M Consulting Engineers
Signed for Approval:
_______________________________________________________________ Antony V. Lopez
City Manager
City of Avenal
Statement of Protection of Data From Discovery and Admissions Section 148 of Title 23, United States Code [23 U.S.C. §148(h)(4)]

DISCOVERY AND ADMISSION INTO EVIDENCE OF CERTAIN REPORTS, SURVEYS, AND INFORMATION Notwithstanding any other provision of law, reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or data compiled or collected for any purpose relating to this section, shall not be subject to discovery or admitted into evidence in a Federal or State court proceeding or considered for other purposes in any action for damages arising from any occurrence at a location identified or addressed in the reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or other data.

Per Section 409 of Title 23, United States Code [23 U.S.C. §409]

DISCOVERY AND ADMISSION AS EVIDENCE OF CERTAIN REPORTS AND SURVEYS Notwithstanding any other provision of law, reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or data compiled or collected for the purpose of identifying, evaluating, or planning the safety enhancement of potential accident sites, hazardous roadway conditions, or railway-highway crossings, pursuant to sections 130, 144, and 148 of this title or for the purpose of developing any highway safety construction improvement project which may be implemented utilizing Federal-aid highway funds shall not be subject to discovery or admitted into evidence in a Federal or State court proceeding or considered for other purposes in any action for damages arising from any occurrence at a location mentioned or addressed in such reports, surveys, schedules, lists, or data.

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TABLE OF CONTENTS
LIST OF ACRONYMS ................................................................................................................................................... 2 INTRODUCTION .......................................................................................................................................................... 3 VISION & GOAL ......................................................................................................................................................... 4 SAFETY PARTNERS ...................................................................................................................................................... 5 PROCESS .................................................................................................................................................................... 6 EXISTING EFFORTS ...................................................................................................................................................... 7 DATA ANALYSIS & SUMMARY ................................................................................................................................... 8 EMPHASIS AREAS ..................................................................................................................................................... 18 EVALUATION & IMPLEMENTATION ......................................................................................................................... 29 FUNDING SOURCES ................................................................................................................................................. 31

LIST OF FIGURES
Figure 1. Collisions Along Street Segments ............................................................................................................8 Figure 2. Frequency of Collisions.............................................................................................................................9 Figure 3. Bicycle and Pedestrian Collisions Map ................................................................................................10 Figure 4. Broadside Collisions Map .......................................................................................................................11 Figure 5. Head-On Collisions Map ........................................................................................................................12 Figure 6. Overturned Collisions Map ....................................................................................................................13 Figure 7. Rear-End Collisions Map.........................................................................................................................15 Figure 8. Sideswipe Collisions Map .......................................................................................................................16 Figure 9. Priority Street Segment & Intersections Map .......................................................................................17

LIST OF TABLES
Table 1. Proposed Safety Countermeasures .......................................................................................................30 September 12, 2024 Pg. 21
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LIST OF ACRONYMS
Term Definition
AT/SRTS City of Avenal Active Transportation and Safe Routes to School Plan CRF Crash Reduction Factor
DOT Department of Transportation
FARS Fatality Analysis Reporting System
FHWA Federal Highway Administration
FIRST Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool
Five (5) E’s Engineering, Enforcement, Education, Emergency Services, and Emerging Technologies HSIP Highway Safety Improvement Program
KART Kings Area Regional Transit
KCAG Kings County Association of Governments
LRSP Local Roadway Safety Plan
NHTSA National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
PCF Primary Collision Factor
SHSP Strategic Highway Safety Plan
SR State Route
SWITRS Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System
TIMS Transportation Injury Mapping System
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INTRODUCTION
The City of Avenal is a rural community with a growing population located in western Kings County, often referred to as the “Pistachio Capital of the World®.” Avenal has grown steadily over the years, and as it continues to expand, it is essential for Avenal to create a roadmap to improve the safety of the City’s local transportation system.

Roadways in rural areas are often prone to preventable collision injuries and fatalities due to outdated, or even flawed, roadway designs. These common roadway design deficiencies result in high vehicle speeds, severe pedestrian/bicyclist injuries, and easily preventable vehicle collisions.

A Local Roadway Safety Plan (LRSP) provides a framework for stakeholders to identify, analyze, and prioritize roadway safety improvements on local roads. These documents are viewed as living documents that can be continually reviewed and updated to reflect changing local needs and priorities. Preparing an LRSP facilitates the
development of local agency partnerships and
collaboration, resulting in a prioritized list of
improvements and countermeasures that can
demonstrate a defined need and contribute to the
statewide Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP). The
LRSP offers a proactive approach to addressing
safety needs and demonstrates an agency’s
responsiveness to safety challenges.

The purpose of the City of Avenal Local Roadway
Safety Plan is to bring awareness to the number of
traffic collisions happening throughout the city,
identify trends and patterns, highlight areas of
concern, and propose effective countermeasures
to reduce the number of collisions and increase the
safety for all road users. An analysis of traffic collision data from the past 10 years (2012-2022) has revealed issues that pose a threat to the well-being and safety of Avenal residents. A 10-year traffic collision period was deemed appropriate for the analysis because Avenal is a small community, and a larger data set was needed to obtain a more representative overview of the safety issues and collision trends in the community.

Roadway design deficiencies, such as skewed intersections, excessively long and low-visibility crosswalks, lack of street lighting, and lack of roadway regulatory and warning signage, have all contributed to the City of Avenal's overall traffic collision fatality rate of 12.2%, with pedestrians accounting for 60% of all fatalities, according to the data available in the Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS) available through the NHTSA’s Fatality and Injury Reporting System Tool (FIRST). For such a small city with a population of just over 13,000, the number of pedestrian-related incidents and serious injuries is unacceptably high.

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VISION & GOAL
The intent of the City of Avenal’s LRSP is to create a safer transportation system by preventing traffic deaths and severe injuries while ensuring everyone can move around the city safely, equitably, and comfortably. To achieve this, the City will implement comprehensive strategies to address safety issues at high-risk intersections and road segments. By proactively identifying and addressing potential hazards, we hope to prevent tragedies.

Vision Zero is a strategy to eliminate traffic fatalities and severe injuries on our local roadways. While it is inevitable that people make mistakes, our roads, traffic signs, and laws should be designed to prevent these errors from causing serious harm to our residents. Although roadway designers and elected officials strive to improve road conditions and enact safety regulations, drivers are ultimately responsible for their behavior on the road and obeying traffic laws.

Vision Zero brings together different groups to tackle complex traffic safety issues. Safe mobility depends on many factors, including road design, speed limits, driver behavior, technology, and law enforcement. This plan sets an ambitious goal to eliminate traffic deaths and severe injuries.

The City of Avenal is committed to working with local safety partners to create a culture of continuous improvement in our local roadway safety.

VISION
Safe, accessible, and comfortable multimodal roadways in Avenal.

GOAL
Zero fatalities and zero severe injuries on Avenal’s roadways.

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SAFETY PARTNERS
To promote and create a safe transportation environment, collaboration across departments and agencies is a necessity. Safety partners are the agencies, departments, and organizations whose input and support are foundational to a successful Local Roadway Safety Plan.

The Safety Leadership Team consists mainly of City Departments that play a role in the creation, execution, and management of safety projects, programs, and policies. This team is ultimately responsible for developing, adopting, and executing the Local Roadway Safety Plan. The Stakeholder Team, on the other hand, is distinct from the Leadership Team and includes partner agencies and organizations that work alongside the City, providing support and assistance in developing and implementing the plan. These departments and agencies are provided below:

Safety Leadership Team:
 City Council
 Public Works Department
 Avenal Police Department
Stakeholder Team:
 Avenal Public Works Department
 Avenal Police Department
 Avenal Residents
 Reef-Sunset School District
 Emergency Response Services
 Kings Area Regional Transit (KART)
 Kings County Association of Governments (KCAG)
 California Department of Transportation – District 6

PUBLIC OUTREACH
Public outreach is necessary to gather the community's concerns regarding traffic safety. These concerns may include issues such as speeding, jaywalking, traffic signs and signals, and pedestrian and bicycle safety on public streets and roads. Public outreach is a crucial tool for identifying and summarizing high-risk locations and collision factors based on community input, complementing the collision analysis.

The intended target audience for the public outreach for this safety plan is the residents of the City of Avenal. The City has solicited and sought public input and feedback in the form of in-person meetings, surveys, and a walk audit. The purpose of the walk audit was to collect data directly from the residents of Avenal. The input gathered from a diverse group of participants heavily demonstrated that pedestrians in Avenal feel their streets are unsafe and need major improvements. Among their concerns were a lack of posted speed limits, a lack of safe crosswalks, a lack of designated bike lanes, a lack of shade, and the need for more stop signs.

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PROCESS
This section outlines the steps involved in developing the safety plan, which includes a systemic approach that analyzes collision data to identify high-crash locations and prioritize countermeasures.

1. Data Collection
a. Gather data of a 10-year timeframe (2012-2022)
b. Collect SWITRS from TIMS; use Avenal Police Department data to fill in gaps c. Conduct community engagement activities to collect direct community input and concerns

2. Data Analysis & Hotspot Analysis
a. Quantitative analysis by using the number of collisions to identify hotspots b. Utilize systematic, spot-location, and/or comprehensive approaches to traffic-collision analysis
c. Organize and identify key issues and problems; use SWITRS and TIMS classification as framework
d. Use satellite imagery and in-person site inspections to identify key design issues associated with collision frequency and/or PCF Violation
e. Create maps illustrating different types of collision accidents (broadside, rear-end, pedestrian)

3. Countermeasure Selection
a. Consider availability, applicability, and quality countermeasures b. Utilize Crash Reduction Factors (CRFs) & calculate benefit and cost analysis

4. Prioritize safety projects based on urgency, risk, and cost Prioritize Safety Projects
Rank by Benefit/Cost (B/C) ratio Review project limits Re-evaluate countermeasures and projects wherever necessary
Countermeasure Selection
Consider availability, applicability,
and quality of countermeasures
Utilize Crash Reduction Factors
(CRFs)
Calculate benefits and costs of
implemented countermeasures
Data & Hotspot Analysis
Find trends and
patterns
Utilize systematic, spot-location,
and comprehensive approaches
Use frequency of
locations to find hotspots
Identify design-based
issues (visual inspections)
Data Collection
Collect ten years of collision data
from TIMS/SWITRS
Gather additional data from the
the Avenal Police Department
Extract relevant information from
police reports; TIMS/SWITRS data
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EXISTING EFFORTS
This section provides a summary of the existing planning documents currently in effect in the City of Avenal. The purpose of reviewing these documents is to ensure that the LRSP goals, objectives, and recommended improvements are consistent with and aligned with existing transportation planning initiatives. This section also provides a summary of ongoing efforts to address identified transportation safety concerns and issues.

CITY OF AVENAL 2035 GENERAL PLAN (2018) CIRCULATION ELEMENT The Circulation Element guides the development and enhancement of the circulation system to support current and future development as outlined in the Land Use Element. The Circulation Element sets acceptable roadway service levels and identifies necessary improvements to maintain them. It also encourages the use of alternative transportation modes like transit, walking, and bicycling to reduce demand on the transportation system and improve air quality and community health. These pedestrian and bicycling systems connect key areas such as schools, parks, neighborhoods, and commercial zones, fostering a pedestrian- and bicycle-friendly community. The purpose of the Circulation Element is to ensure a safe, efficient, and adequate circulation system for the city, addressing the improvements needed to support future land use. It establishes a hierarchy of transportation routes with development standards for each category.

CITY OF AVENAL ACTIVE TRANSPORTATION AND SAFE ROUTES TO SCHOOL PLAN (2016) The Avenal Active Transportation and Safe Routes to School Plan (AT/SRTS Plan) guides the development of bicycle, pedestrian, safe routes to school, and trail facilities in the City of Avenal. The Plan ultimately supports and implements a fully integrated network accommodating all modes, as referenced in the City’s General Plan. From its policies and project recommendations to its implementation program, the AT/SRTS Plan seeks to make walking and bicycling in the City of Avenal safe, pleasant, and convenient for people of all ages and abilities.

ONGOING PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION EFFORTS
Like many other rural communities in California’s Central Valley, the City of Avenal is underserved.

Nevertheless, the City is actively working to improve local roadway safety by implementing low-cost quick-build measures and seeking funding for more comprehensive transportation infrastructure improvements.

An example of a low-cost and quick-build project that Avenal is planning is to install traffic delineators to improve safety at skewed and hotspot intersections. Beyond the quick-build projects, Avenal is also consistently pursuing State and Federal funding opportunities to implement more permanent and longlasting transportation improvements to address the safety issues and concerns of residents. These funding opportunities include, among others, the Active Transportation Program, Highway Safety Improvement Program, and Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality Program.

Public outreach is also a continuously ongoing effort of the City of Avenal because it provides valuable insights from residents. Feedback from residents is considered when deciding which future improvements to prioritize.

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DATA ANALYSIS & SUMMARY
This section provides a summary of the citywide collision analysis results for the period from January 1, 2012, to December 31, 2022. The purpose of analyzing collision patterns and trends is to identify the factors that contributed to collisions during this time frame. The focus is on pinpointing high-crash locations in the city to address the factors impacting these key areas.

To understand the type of traffic accidents and focus on the needs of the city, traffic-related data for this Local Roadway Safety Plan was gathered for a 10-year period (2012-2022) from the California Statewide Integrated Traffic Records System (SWITRS) by accessing the University of California, Berkeley’s Transportation Injury Mapping System (TIMS) online tool. TIMS provides a platform to easily visualize crash patterns by geo-coding traffic accidents and providing details necessary to identify appropriate countermeasures for the different types of collisions occurring within the city.

The TIMS data tool made it apparent that various intersections and street segments in the City of Avenal are unsafe for all road users, including pedestrians, bicyclists, and vehicles alike. Figure 1 shows a summary of all the streets in Avenal on which a traffic collision has occurred in the past ten years. There are two California State Routes that run through Avenal, and those two corridors exhibit the highest collision frequencies than any other corridor. Skyline Boulevard (SR 269) is Avenal’s spine corridor, with the majority of the city’s commercial, governmental, and health services located along this corridor. This corridor has experienced a total of 44 collisions in the past ten years, far exceeding any other corridor.

For comparison, the next highest collision corridor, Lavena Boulevard (SR 33), has only experienced 13 collisions over the same period.

Figure 1. Collisions Along Street Segments
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Data gathered from TIMS, Avenal Police Department data, and residents’ input, revealed several collision findings, patterns, and collision hotspots. One of these patterns was that areas showing a cluster of overturned and broadside accidents appeared to be happening primarily during nighttime. This highlighted an urgent need for lighting improvements throughout the urbanized part of the city, as well as in the outskirts of the city, where there currently is no sufficient lighting. A particularly alarming finding was the large number of pedestrian and bicyclist accidents, due to the relatively small population size of the city, approximately a fifth of all traffic collisions involved a pedestrian or bicyclist. Based on the data acquired, a large number of bicycle accidents are concentrated in the southern part of the city, an area that lacks basic necessities such as stop signs, speed limit signs, and striped crosswalks.

Moreover, the high number of pedestrian accidents happening at intersections due to inadequate crosswalks that are too long with no pedestrian protections, poor visibility, lack of road markings, and outdated or non-existing signage, highlights the urgent need to improve the safety of non-motorized road users. Figure 2 shows a breakdown of the frequency of the different types of collisions.

Public input gathered from participants during the in-person walk audit corroborated the finding that pedestrians in Avenal feel their streets are unsafe and need major improvements. As previously stated, pedestrian concerns include a lack of posted speed limits, a lack of safe crosswalks, a lack of designated bike lanes, a lack of shade, and the need for more stop signs. The TIMS and Avenal Police Department data supports and justifies these concerns given that there have been 17 pedestrian- or bicycle-involved collisions. Of these 17 pedestrian-involved collisions, there were five fatalities and two severe injuries.

The number and types of collisions identified throughout the Data Collection and Analysis process are depicted in the following maps:
 Bicycle and Pedestrian Collisions Map
 Broadside Collisions Map
 Head-On Collisions Map
 Overturned Collisions Map
 Rear-End Collisions Map
 Sideswipe Collisions Map
 Priority Street Segment & Intersections Map
Figure 2. Frequency of Collisions
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SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)
SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)

SAN JOAQUIN ST SAN JOAQUIN ST
LANEVA BLVD (RT 33) A AVE 1ST AVE 2ND AVE 3RD AVE 4TH AVE 5TH AVE6TH AVE 7TH AVE LANEVA BLVD (RT 33)

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COLLISION AT INTERSECTION

CITY LIMITS

CITY OF AVENAL

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SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)
SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)

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SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)
SKYLINE BLVD (RT 269)

SAN JOAQUIN ST

SAN JOAQUIN ST
RT 33 (LANEVA BLVD) A AVE 1ST AVE 2ND AVE 3RD AVE 4TH AVE 5TH AVE6TH AVE 7TH AVE RT 33 (LANEVA BLVD)

SONOMA ST SANTA CLARA ST SAN MATEO ST MARIPOSA ST MONTEREY ST C AVE B AVE

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EMPHASIS AREAS
By analyzing the primary collision factors, five emphasis areas for the city were identified. This section discusses and analyzes these key emphasis areas. The Strategic Highway Safety Plan (SHSP) incorporates the '5 Es' of traffic safety: Engineering, Enforcement, Education, Emergency Response, and Emerging Technologies; which represent opportunities for local agencies to incorporate the principles of the 5 Es into their planning efforts.

The total prevention of collision-related fatalities and serious injuries in Avenal can be achieved through the implementation of the principles and strategies of the 5 E’s, as recommended by the SHSP:

1. Education: educate all road users on safe behaviors

2. Enforcement: enforce actions that reduce high-risk behaviors

3. Engineering: apply effective and/or innovative countermeasures

4. Emergency Responses: improve emergency response times and actions

5. Emerging Technologies: apply emerging technologies to roadway, vehicle, and users The five emphasis areas that the City of Avenal can focus on to ensure that future transportation improvements align with and address the safety hazards and concerns of road users include:

1. Pedestrian and Bicyclist Collisions

2. Broadside Collisions

3. Rear-End Collisions

4. High-Collision Roadway Segments

5. High-Collision Intersections
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EMPHASIS AREA 1: PEDESTRIAN AND BICYCLIST COLLISIONS
Pedestrian and bicyclist collisions account for nearly a fifth of all collisions over the past 10 years (17 out of 125 collisions), and due to their vulnerability to vehicles, it is of the utmost importance to place the highest emphasis on these types of collisions. These collisions are heavily concentrated along the intersections of busy streets that lack high-visibility crosswalks, lighting, and advance warning signage.

However, these collisions can also occur on smaller, less busy residential streets, which is why it is important to consider these strategies and recommendations in future improvements to intersections and street corridors throughout the city.

EMPHASIS AREA 1 GOAL
Prevent pedestrian and bicyclist collision fatalities and severe injuries.

STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THE GOAL FOR EMPHASIS AREA 1
The City of Avenal can implement various strategies to increase pedestrian safety and draw drivers' attention to the presence of pedestrians. Below is a brief discussion of these strategies:

Strategy 1.1: Increasing Crosswalk Visibility. Increasing crosswalk visibility helps prevent pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities by making crossings more noticeable to drivers, reducing the likelihood of accidents. Enhanced visibility can prompt drivers to slow down and be more cautious in areas where pedestrians and cyclists are likely to cross. Additionally, clear and wellmarked crosswalks guide pedestrians and cyclists to safer crossing points, reducing the risk of them crossing at dangerous or unexpected locations.

Strategy 1.2: Shortening Crossing Distances. Shortening crosswalk distances reduces the time pedestrians and bicyclists spend in the roadway, minimizing their exposure to traffic and lowering the risk of collisions. This allows for quicker and safer crossings, especially in areas with high traffic volumes. It also encourages pedestrians and cyclists to use designated crossings rather than attempting to cross at riskier, unmarked locations.

Strategy 1.3: Installing Pedestrian-Scale Lighting. Installing pedestrian-scale lighting enhances visibility for both pedestrians and drivers, making it easier for drivers to see and react to pedestrians and cyclists. Improved lighting at crosswalks and along pathways reduces the likelihood of accidents by eliminating dark spots where collisions have been shown to occur. This creates a safer environment, encouraging pedestrians and cyclists to use designated areas, thereby reducing the risk of fatalities.

Strategy 1.4: Installing and/or Updating Regulatory and Advance Warning Signage. Installing and/or updating regulatory and advance warning signage alerts drivers to upcoming pedestrian crossings, school zones, and areas with high pedestrian and bicyclist activity, prompting them to reduce speed and exercise caution. Clear and well-placed signs improve driver awareness of potential hazards, reducing the likelihood of collisions. Updated signage can also guide pedestrians and cyclists to safe crossing points, further minimizing risk. Proactive communication between the roadway and its users is crucial for preventing pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities and severe injuries.

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Strategy 1.5: Improving Roadway Design. Proven roadway designs that can help prevent pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities include implementing traffic calming measures like speed humps, narrowing lanes, and creating curb extensions to reduce vehicle speeds. Installing protected bike lanes and pedestrian refuge islands increases safety by providing physical barriers and safe stopping points. Raised crosswalks and better-marked intersections improve visibility and encourage drivers to slow down. These updates create a safer, more predictable environment for all road users, reducing the likelihood of fatal accidents.

Strategy 1.6: Educational Campaign. An educational campaign can help prevent pedestrian and bicyclist fatalities by raising awareness about safe behaviors for both drivers and vulnerable road users. An educational campaign can encourage safe roadway behavior by highlighting the importance of yielding at crosswalks, obeying traffic signs and signals, and wearing visible clothing. Educational campaigns can also be utilized to inform the public about new infrastructure and safety measures, ensuring they are used correctly. Educational campaigns are important and often inexpensive tools to foster a culture of safety within the community.

The following intersections and road segments in Avenal have been identified as priority locations to focus efforts to improve safety for pedestrians and bicyclists:

1. San Joaquin St and 6th Ave

2. Skyline Boulevard and 5th Ave

3. Kern St and 5th Ave

4. Ventura and 4th Ave

5. Santa Clara and 5th Ave

6. San Joaquin St from Thurston Ave to Hydril Road

7. Skyline Boulevard from Laneva Boulevard to Hydril Road

8. 5th Ave from Santa Clara St to Laneva Boulevard
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EMPHASIS AREA 2: BROADSIDE COLLISIONS
Broadside collisions were the highest occurring type of collisions in Avenal identified by the data. With 35 out of 125 total collisions, broadside collisions account for approximately a third of all collisions. A collision is categorized as “Broadside” when the front or rear of a vehicle strikes the side of another vehicle. The primary collision factor (PCF) contributing to these broadside collisions was automobile right-of-way violations, which indicates that one or more drivers involved in the collision failed to yield the right-of-way to another vehicle, resulting in the collision.

EMPHASIS AREA 2 GOAL
Prevent broadside collisions.

STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE THE GOAL FOR EMPHASIS AREA 2
The City of Avenal can implement various strategies to prevent broadside collisions. Below is a brief discussion of these strategies:

Strategy 2.1: Installing and/or Updating Regulatory and Advance Warning Signage.

Installing and updating regulatory and advance warning signage can prevent broadside vehicle collisions by clearly alerting drivers to upcoming intersections, stop signs, or yield conditions, prompting them to slow down and prepare to stop. Well-placed and visible signage ensures that drivers have sufficient time to react to cross traffic, reducing the likelihood of running red lights or stop signs. Updated signs can also emphasize right-of-way rules, preventing confusion at intersections. Adequate roadway signage enhances driver awareness and decision-making, which is critical in preventing broadside collisions.

Strategy 2.2: Installing Lighting. Installing lighting at intersections and along roadways enhances visibility during nighttime and low-light conditions, helping drivers see oncoming traffic, traffic signals, and road signs more clearly. Improved lighting reduces the risk of drivers failing to notice stop signs or traffic signals, which can lead to broadside collisions. It also makes vehicles more visible to each other, allowing drivers to better judge gaps in traffic. By increasing overall visibility, lighting installations significantly decrease the likelihood of broadside accidents.

Strategy 2.3: Increasing Pavement Marking Retroreflectivity. Increasing pavement marking retroreflectivity improves the visibility of lane boundaries, crosswalks, and stop lines, especially at night or in adverse weather conditions, guiding drivers more effectively. Enhanced reflectivity ensures that drivers can clearly see and follow road markings, reducing the risk of drifting out of lanes or missing stop lines, which can lead to broadside collisions. These highly visible markings also help drivers navigate intersections safely, reinforcing proper driving behavior. Overall, better pavement marking retroreflectivity contributes to clearer, more predictable roadway conditions, thereby preventing broadside vehicle collisions.

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Strategy 2.4: Educational Campaign. An educational campaign can prevent broadside vehicle collisions by educating drivers about the importance of obeying traffic signals, stop signs, and right-of-way rules at intersections. It can raise awareness about the dangers of distracted driving and the need for increased caution when approaching intersections. By promoting safe driving habits and understanding intersection safety, an educational campaign can result in drivers being more vigilant, reducing the likelihood of broadside collisions. Through an educational campaign, the City can reinforce the importance of defensive driving, helping to prevent accidents caused by other drivers' mistakes.

The following intersections and road segments in Avenal have been identified as priority locations to focus efforts to reduce broadside collisions:

1. Skyline Boulevard and 7th Ave

2. Fresno St and 7th Ave

3. Avenal Cutoff Road and Plymouth Ave

4. Laneva Boulevard and Skyline Boulevard

5. Laneva Boulevard and 7th Ave

6. Skyline Boulevard from 1st Ave to Avenal Cutoff Road

7. Laneva Boulevard from San Joaquin St to 7th Ave

8. Plymouth Ave from 34 ½ Ave to Skyline Boulevard

9. 7th Ave from San Joaquin St to Fresno St
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EMPHASIS AREA 3: REAR-END COLLISIONS
Rear-end collisions were the second highest occurring type of collisions in Avenal identified by the data, with 22 out of 125 total collisions. Rear-end collisions are generally attributed to the primary collision factors (PCFs) of unsafe speed and following too closely.

EMPHASIS AREA 3 GOAL
Reduce vehicle traffic speed.

STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE GOAL FOR EMPHASIS AREA 3
The City of Avenal can implement various strategies to reduce vehicle traffic speed. Below is a brief discussion of these strategies:

Strategy 3.1: Installing and/or Updating Regulatory and Advance Warning Signage.

Installing and updating regulatory and advance warning signage helps reduce vehicle traffic speed by clearly communicating speed limits, upcoming hazards, and changes in road conditions, such as stop signs, yield signs, or slowing traffic. Well-placed signs alert drivers in advance, allowing them to slow down before reaching critical areas. This reduces the likelihood of sudden braking, which is a common cause of rear-end collisions. Updated signage also reinforces speed limits and other important driving regulations, prompting compliance. By providing timely and visible information, signage helps drivers make safer speed adjustments, contributing to overall reduced traffic speeds. By improving driver awareness and response times, effective signage contributes to smoother traffic flow and fewer rear-end collisions.

Strategy 3.2: Increasing Pavement Marking Retroreflectivity. Increasing pavement marking retroreflectivity enhances the visibility of lane markings, stop lines, and other critical road indicators, especially in low-light conditions. This improved visibility helps drivers better see where they need to stop or slow down, reducing the risk of sudden or unexpected braking. Enhanced markings also make it easier for drivers to maintain proper lane positions and navigate intersections safely. By clearly delineating safe driving paths and upcoming road hazards, higher retro reflectivity contributes to reducing the frequency of rear-end collisions. Reflective markings help drivers better judge their speed relative to their surroundings, encouraging more cautious driving and slower speeds.

Strategy 3.3: Improving Roadway Design. Roadway design improvements that can help reduce vehicle traffic speed include implementing traffic calming measures such as speed bumps, traffic circles, and narrowed lanes. Adding curb extensions and raised crosswalks forces drivers to slow down when approaching intersections and pedestrian crossings. Installing chicanes or serpentine road designs also encourages reduced speeds by creating a visually challenging driving environment. Improved signage and road markings, combined with better visibility through lighting, further support controlled driving speeds.

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The following intersections and road segments in Avenal have been identified as priority locations to focus efforts to reduce rear-end collisions:

1. Skyline Boulevard and 7th Ave

2. Skyline Boulevard and Union Ave

3. San Joaquin St and 5th Ave

4. Skyline Boulevard from 4th Ave to Hydril Road

5. Mariposa St from 3rd Ave to 6th Ave

6. Kings St form 4th Ave to 7th Ave

7. Whitney St from 7th Ave to Union Ave
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EMPHASIS AREA 4: HIGH-COLLISION ROADWAY SEGMENTS
Applying systemic safety improvements along corridors is an essential part of achieving the City of Avenal’s vision of having safe, accessible, and comfortable multimodal roadways in Avenal. Because street corridors are not uniform and have segments that have unique geometry properties, it is necessary to perform an analysis of the identified high-collision roadway segments to better understand the factors that are contributing to the collisions that have occurred.

EMPHASIS AREA 4 GOAL
Reduce the number of collisions along high-collision roadway segments.

STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE GOAL FOR EMPHASIS AREA 4
The City of Avenal can implement various strategies to reduce the number of collisions along highcollision roadway segments. Below is a brief discussion of these strategies:

Strategy 4.1: Identify and rank high collision segments every 5 years. Identifying and ranking high-collision segments on a regular basis allows for the targeted allocation of resources to implement effective countermeasures to the most problematic areas. Regular analysis helps prioritize which segments need immediate safety improvements based on recent collision data.

Implementing specific countermeasures, such as enhanced signage, road design changes, or traffic enforcement, addresses the root causes of collisions. This focused approach improves overall roadway safety and reduces the frequency of accidents along these high-collision segments.

Strategy 4.2: Identify the primary collision factors. Identifying primary collision factors helps target the underlying causes of accidents, allowing for more effective countermeasures. By understanding specific issues such as speeding, poor visibility, or driver behavior, targeted improvements can be made to address these factors directly. Implementing solutions based on these insights, such as better signage, lighting, or road design changes, can reduce the occurrence of collisions and will result in the prudent utilization of local resources.

Strategy 4.3: Maintain roadway signage and striping. Maintaining roadway signage and the retroreflectivity of signage, striping, and markings ensures that critical information, such as speed limits and lane boundaries, remains clear and visible to drivers. Properly maintained signs and markings help prevent misunderstandings and guide drivers safely through intersections and high-collision segments. Regular upkeep prevents signs from becoming faded or obstructed, which could lead to collisions. Clear and visible road markings also reinforce safe driving behaviors and compliance with traffic regulations, contributing to a reduction in collisions.

Strategy 4.4: Install and Maintain roadway lighting. Installing and maintaining roadway lighting improves visibility for drivers, especially during nighttime or adverse weather conditions, making it easier to see road signs, markings, vehicles, and pedestrians. Better lighting helps drivers detect and react to potential hazards or changes in the road, reducing the likelihood of collisions.

Proper maintenance of roadway lighting ensures that light fixtures remain effective and do not fail, preventing dark spots that could increase collision risks. Enhanced visibility along highcollision segments promotes safer driving behaviors and contributes to a reduction in overall collisions.

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Strategy 4.5: Educational Campaign. An educational campaign can raise awareness about safe driving practices and the specific hazards of high-collision roadway segments in the city. By informing drivers and pedestrians about common causes of collisions and encouraging behaviors such as obeying speed limits and paying attention to road signs, an educational campaign can contribute towards reducing the number of collisions along high-collision segments. It also educates the public on the importance of reporting road issues to their local government and participating in safety initiatives. Thus, increased driver knowledge and awareness lead to more cautious driving and a reduction in collisions along these high-risk areas.

The following roadway segments in Avenal have been identified as priority locations to focus efforts to reduce collisions:

1. Skyline Boulevard from 4th Ave to Hydril Road

2. Mariposa St from 3rd Ave to 6th Ave

3. Kings St form 4th Ave to 7th Ave

4. Whitney St from 7th Ave to Union Ave
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EMPHASIS AREA 5: HIGH-COLLISION INTERSECTIONS
The final emphasis area in the City of Avenal’s local roadway system is high-collision intersections. The collision data analysis revealed that 57 out of the 125 collisions occurred at an intersection, or approximately half of all collisions occurred at an intersection. Since each intersection has a unique geometric layout, it is necessary to perform intersection-specific analysis to address the factors that are contributing to the collisions that have occurred.

EMPHASIS AREA 5 GOAL
Prevent collisions at intersections.

STRATEGIES TO ACHIEVE GOAL FOR EMPHASIS AREA 5
The City of Avenal can implement various strategies to prevent collisions at intersections. Below is a brief discussion of these strategies:

Strategy 5.1: Installing and/or Updating Regulatory and Advance Warning Signage.

Installing and/or updating regulatory and advance warning signage at intersections improves driver awareness of upcoming traffic controls and potential hazards. Clear and visible signs alert drivers to upcoming stop signs, yield signs, and changes in traffic flow, allowing them to slow down and prepare to navigate safely. Enhanced signage helps prevent confusion and reduces the risk of drivers missing important traffic signals. By providing timely information, adequate roadway signage promotes safer decision-making and reduces the likelihood of collisions at intersections.

Strategy 5.2: Increasing Pavement Marking Retroreflectivity. Increasing pavement marking retroreflectivity improves the visibility of lane markings, crosswalks, and stop lines, especially in low-light conditions. Enhanced reflectivity helps drivers see and follow road markings more clearly, guiding them safely through intersections. Better visibility of these markings reduces the likelihood of misjudging lane positions and missing stop lines. This clarity promotes more accurate and cautious driving behavior, helping to prevent collisions at intersections. Enhanced visibility of crosswalk markings ensures that drivers can see and recognize pedestrian crossing areas more clearly. This visibility prompts drivers to slow down and yield to pedestrians as required. Clear markings can also guide pedestrians to safer crossing points.

Strategy 5.3: Improving Intersection Design. Intersection design changes that can help prevent intersection collisions include implementing features like roundabouts or traffic circles, which reduce the likelihood of severe angle crashes by slowing traffic and controlling flow. Adding dedicated turning lanes and eliminating conflicting movements reduces potential points of conflict. Improving sight distances with clearer visibility and appropriate signage ensures drivers can see and react to other road users. Installing pedestrian refuge islands and well-marked crosswalks enhances safety for pedestrians by providing safer crossing options. Adding curb extensions shortens crossing distances and enhances visibility between pedestrians and drivers.

Enhanced intersection lighting also helps increase visibility, reducing the likelihood of accidents, especially at night.

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Strategy 5.4: Educational Campaign. An educational campaign can contribute towards the goal of preventing collisions at intersections by informing drivers about safe behaviors at intersections, such as yielding to pedestrians and obeying traffic signals. It raises awareness of the dangers associated with common intersection errors, like running red lights, running stop signs, or failing to yield. By promoting the importance of attentive driving and proper intersection navigation, an educational campaign can encourage safer driving practices by reminding drivers to recognize and yield to crosswalks and pedestrian signals. It raises awareness about the importance of checking for pedestrians before turning or entering intersections. An educational campaign can also inform pedestrians about safe crossing practices and the need to be visible to drivers. By promoting cautious behavior from both drivers and pedestrians, an educational campaign can help reduce the frequency of collisions at intersections.

The following roadway intersections in Avenal have been identified as priority locations to focus efforts to reduce collisions:

1. Skyline Boulevard and 7th Ave

2. Skyline Boulevard and 5th Ave

3. Skyline Boulevard and Union Ave

4. San Joaquin St and 5th Ave
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EVALUATION & IMPLEMENTATION
After evaluating the type of collisions and their associated contributing factors, a number of countermeasures have been identified to effectively address the identified collision factors. Preliminary cost estimates, found in Table 1, have been created for locations exhibiting high collision rates to assist the City of Avenal in prioritizing and securing the State and Federal funding to implement the recommended countermeasures, as discussed in the Funding Sources section.

This LRSP is a dynamic document that should be updated every five years in order to incorporate the latest data and identify emerging trends in traffic collisions. The City of Avenal needs to continue gathering and analyzing future collision data to measure the effectiveness of this Plan. The City of Avenal Department of Public Works, in collaboration with the City Engineer, will be the primary Department responsible for updating this LSRP. Updating this document may entail hosting annual stakeholder meetings to discuss plan implementation and progress, as well as to develop new or updated strategies for each emphasis area.

California State Route 269 (Skyline Boulevard) passes through the heart of Avenal, while California State Route 33 (Laneva Boulevard) passes along the western limits of Avenal. Both State Routes intersect within Avenal city limits. These major vehicle thoroughfares bring a significant number of vehicle traffic into and through our community. Due to the high levels of traffic that Avenal experiences regularly as a result of the two State Routes running through the City, it is imperative to establish a roadmap for transportation safety improvements to realize Avenal’s transportation vision and eliminate collisions that endanger the safety, well-being, and comfort of residents, visitors, and travelers.

Effective and proven long-term countermeasures include, but are not necessarily limited to, raised highvisibility crosswalks in areas showing a high number of pedestrian and bicycle-related accidents; installing curb extensions at critical intersections and crosswalks to encourage reduced vehicle speeds; installing adequate lighting throughout the city to prevent nighttime collisions and elevate the sense of safety among residents; installing easily visible and reflective roadway warning and regulatory markings and signage. The combination of all these countermeasures will result in a holistic and comprehensive safety overhaul of Avenal’s local transportation system.

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Table 1. Proposed Safety Countermeasures
Name of Intersection No. of
Collisions CMF ID Description Estimated Date of Implementation Cost 2372 Increase pavement marking retroreflectivity 7785 Install lighting 1875 Install a combination of chevron signs, curve warning signs, and/or sequential flashing beacons 2431
Install new fluorescent curve signs or upgrade existing curve signs to fluorescent sheeting
Install speed limit sign
7785 Install lighting
8479 Improve lighting
2372 Increase pavement marking retroreflectivity
7785 Install lighting 5252 Increase length of signal phases to allow pedestrians more crossing time 4123 Install high-visibility crosswalk 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install bulb-outs 4123 Install high-visibility crosswalk 11158 Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)
7785 Install lighting 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 4123 Install high-visibility crosswalk 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks 11158 Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) Install bulb-outs 4142 Install high-visibility crosswalk 7785 Install lighting
11158 Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install bulb-outs 6602 Replace standard stop sign with flashing led stop sign 2372 Increase pavement marking retroreflectivity 11246 Install sidewalk 4703 Convert high-speed intersection to roundabout Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting 8479 Improve lighting 1684 Install advance warning signs (positive guidance) 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 4703 Convert high-speed intersection to roundabout Install speed limit sign
9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 7785 Install lighting 8866 Implement systemic signing and marking improvements at stop-controlled intersections 6602 Replace standard stop sign with flashing LED stop sign 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks
Install "CROSS TRAFFIC DOES NOT STOP" sign at stop-controlled intersections Install bulb-outs 4123 Install high-visibility crosswalk 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks 11158 Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB) 7785 Install lighting 6852 Install centerline and shoulder rumble strips Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting
4123 Install high-visibility crosswalk 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting 2716 Intall two-way stop controlled intersections at uncontrolled intersections 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting 2716 Intall two-way stop controlled intersections at uncontrolled intersections 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting 2716 Intall two-way stop controlled intersections at uncontrolled intersections 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 7785 Install lighting 2716 Intall two-way stop controlled intersections at uncontrolled intersections 9075 Provide “STOP AHEAD” pavement markings 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs 136 Install raised pedestrian crosswalks 2697 Intall high-visibility yellow, continental type crosswalks at schools 11158 Install Rectangular Rapid Flashing Beacon (RRFB)
Install speed limit sign
Install bulb-outs Mariposa St &
6th Ave 1 Mariposa St &
4th Ave 1
5th Ave &
Kern St 1
5th Ave &
Ventura St 1
5th Ave &
Tulare St 1
TABLE 1 - PROPOSED SAFETY COUNTERMEASURES
7th Ave &
Fresno St 3
5 7th Ave &
Laneva Blvd (RT 33) 2035 $3,000,000
2027 $500,000
Avenal Cutoff Rd &
Plymouth Ave 4 2026 $450,000
Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
Hydril Rd 4 2030
San Joaquin St &
2nd Ave 2
2027 $800,000
2027 $800,000
2030 $1,500,000
2035 $3,000,000
San Joaquin St &
6th Ave 3
Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
5th Ave 2 Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
Laneva Blvd (RT 33)
2029 $500,000
2029 $500,000
2028 $500,000
2028 $500,000
2028 $500,000
$300,000
Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
7th Ave 3 2030 $1,500,000
Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
Central Ave 2 2030 $1,500,000
Skyline Blvd (RT 269) &
Union Ave 2 2030 $1,500,000
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31 | City of Avenal Local Roadway Safety Plan

FUNDING SOURCES
The purpose of this section is to provide insight into viable funding sources for the City of Avenal to pursue for the implementation of the countermeasures and strategies recommended in this LRSP.

To conserve the City’s personnel and financial resources, the Safety Leadership Team should pursue funding for projects and countermeasures that are of high priority based on the community’s concerns and values and/or that will yield the highest benefit-to-cost ratio.

This non-exhaustive list of State and Federal funding opportunities includes funding sources for the construction activities, as well as for further planning activities:
 Active Transportation Infrastructure Investment Program (ATIIP) - Federal  Active Transportation Program (ATP) – Federal & State  Advanced Transportation Technologies and Innovative Mobility Deployment (ATTAIN) - Federal  Carbon Reduction Program (CRP) - Federal
 Congestion Mitigation and Air Quality (CMAQ) Program - Federal  Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program - Federal  Environmental Enhancement and Mitigation Program (EEMP) - State  Highway Infrastructure Program (HIP) - Federal
 Highway Safety Improvement Program (HSIP) – Federal & State  Infrastructure for Rebuilding America (INFRA) Grant Program - Federal  Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Grants - State
 Rebuilding American Infrastructure with Sustainability and Equity (RAISE) - Federal  Rural Surface Transportation Grant Program (Rural) - Federal  Safe Streets and Roads for All (SS4A) - Federal
 Surface Transportation Block Grant Program (STBG)- Federal  Sustainable Transportation Planning (STP) Grant Program - State September 12, 2024 Pg. 51
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
AGENDA ITEM NO. 6. – A1
TO: Honorable Mayor & City Council
FROM: Antony V. Lopez, City Manager
PREPARED BY: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
DATE: September 5, 2024
RE: Public Works Monthly Report July/August 2024

INFORMATION:

7300 CODE ENFORCEMENT:

The Code Enforcement Department continues to work on property abatements, graffiti and illegal venders. Staff has been working with Champions regarding the homeless in town and continue to work flex hours for calls after hours and weekends.

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. Staff installed waterlines at the Neighborhood Park and Skate Park/Community Garden as well as a drain line for a sink at the Garden. The Kids Pocket Park has started and Staff will be connecting the sewer and water lines for that project. 9000 ANIMAL CONTROL DEPARTMENT:

Staff continues to maintain the Animal Shelter. The spay/neuter program is continuing to go well, 28 for July and 50 for August. The shelter continues to get donations of food and supplies. Rescues were down in July but increased in August.

SEE ATTACHED REPORT.
13000 STREETS:

Staff maintains city streets, signs, flags, and banners. We continue working with A&M Consulting Engineers. They are putting together proposals for rehabbing streets in town and creating safer intersections for pedestrians. As everyone has seen the intersection of Skyline and San Joaquin cross walk has been started, the contractor is waiting for the delineators to complete the project. Summers Engineering continues to work on the Community Center getting it ready to go to bid. 14100 WATER DISTRIBUTION:

Staff continues to repair and maintain the distribution system within the City. The new 18” water line has been working flawless but we had four (4) repairs on the 16” main on this side of tank 3 and one (1) repair on a distribution line in town for July and August.
15000 WASTEWATER COLLECTIONS:

Staff continues to report monthly to Regional Water Quality Control Board regarding overflows. July and August there were six (6) calls for sewer plugs. Staff is continuing the enzyme treatment for grease. 18000 VEHICLES, EQUIPMENT & BUILDING MAINTENANCE:

Staff continues to maintain city-owned property, vehicles, and equipment and continues monthly/quarterly reporting to SJVAPCD. Staff has started working on the yearly report for the Bureau of Automotive Repair.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 52
Monthly Report
July 2024
Vehicle Abatements
Total of Vehicles Tagged (private property) 00
City of Avenal Abatements 00
Voluntary Abetments 00
Pending 00
Property Abetments
Mailed Abetments 18
Courtesy Verbal Abetments 20
Courtesy Door Hangers 75
Abetments Completed 86
Pending 27
Miscellaneous Complaints
Illegal Business/Expired License 01
Stop Work/No Permit 02
Illegal Occupancy 02
Illegal Venders 10
Complaints Received 03
*Phone 02
*Walk In 00
Miscellaneous Inspections 95
Miscellaneous Meetings 03
Recycling Control 01
Graffiti Control 05
Water Waste Control (verbal and/or citations) 03
Weed Abatement (properties posted for cleanup) 00
Weed Abatement (completed) 00
Illegal Yard Sales/No Permits 02
Notes: Illegal vendors still not slowing down with new and different vendors coming in on the weekends. Still flexing hours to work weekends and after hours. Still working on weed abetment and over grown trees that block sidewalks or stop signs.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 53
Monthly Report
August 2024
Vehicle Abatements
Total of Vehicles Tagged (private property) 00
City of Avenal Abatements 00
Voluntary Abetments 00
Pending 00
Property Abetments
Mailed Abetments 22
Courtesy Verbal Abetments 31
Courtesy Door Hangers 55
Abetments Completed 89
Pending 19
Miscellaneous Complaints
Illegal Business/Expired License 00
Stop Work/No Permit 00
Illegal Occupancy 05
Illegal Venders 02
Complaints Received 02
*Phone 01
*Walk In 00
Miscellaneous Inspections 98
Miscellaneous Meetings 02
Recycling Control 01
Graffiti Control 02
Water Waste Control (verbal and/or citations) 01
Weed Abatement (properties posted for cleanup) 00
Weed Abatement (completed) 00
Illegal Yard Sales/No Permits 01
Notes: illegal vendors defiantly slowing down. Major part of catching them on weekends and after hours. Graffiti also slowed down; we haven’t been hit hard like the past few months. Still flexing hours and been called out a few times on weekends and after hours during the week. Homeless has been little busier with 6 homeless being removed from the horse coral and still working on removing from behind beverage hut. Champions has been out here more now they try to come once a week if possible.

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Animal Control July Report Recap.
1)Spay/Neuter Surgeries for the shelter and the
public has been going up this month. There has
been an increase of residents wanting to get
their pets fixed. Total 28
2)TNR (Trap and Release) has been requested
more. Totaling 18 cats
3)Still, we are encountering many dogs running at
large that are not stray.
4)Our rescue numbers this month are low, but the
pets that left the shelter were large dogs.
5)We are currently working on a couple grants to
help with transports.

We are working hard to take care of the running
at large dogs’ problem. We have been patrolling
more and more.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 55
To: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
From: Raul Valadez, Animal Control Department
For: July 1, 2024- July 31, 2024
Total Entries 44
RETURNED TO OWNER 0
ADOPTED 1
DIED IN SHELTER 0
EUTHANIZED 1
ESCAPED FROM SHELTER 0
REMAINING IN SHELTER 27
DOGS RESCUED 15
Brought in to the shelter for the month of June 15
DOG BITE(S) 0
CITATIONS 0
COMPLAINTS 12
DOOR HANGERS 5
CATS DETAINED 1
EUTHANIZED 0
RESCUED 0
REDEEMED 0
ADPOTDED 3
Roosters/Chickens/Owls/Turtles, etc. 1
Deceased Animals
Dogs 8
Cats 12
Other Animals Deceased 0
Animal Control Activity Report
City Of Avenal
Animal Control Activity Report
July 1, 2024
September 12, 2024 Pg. 56
To: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
From: Raul Valadez, Animal Control Department
For: July 1, 2024- July 31, 2024
Total Entries 35
RETURNED TO OWNER 0
ADOPTED 0
DIED IN SHELTER 0
EUTHANIZED 1
ESCAPED FROM SHELTER 0
REMAINING IN SHELTER 30
DOGS RESCUED 4
Brought in to the shelter for the month of June 8
DOG BITE(S) 0
CITATIONS 0
CATS DETAINED 0
EUTHANIZED 0
RESCUED 0
REDEEMED 0
ADPOTDED 0
Roosters/Chickens/Owls/Turtles, etc. 0
Deceased Animals
Dogs 10
Cats 9
Other Animals Deceased 0
Animal Control Activity Report
City Of Corcoran
Animal Control Activity Report
July 1, 2024
September 12, 2024 Pg. 57
Animal Control August Report Recap.
1)Spay/Neuter Surgeries for the shelter and the
public has been going up this month. There has
been an increase of residents wanting to get
their pets fixed. Total 50
2)TNR (Trap and Release) has been requested
more. Totaling 22 cats
3)This month like other months there is more
dogs that are family owned out running at large
4)With classes starting this month we started
patrolling school sites every morning.
5)Transport grants; we are still working on the
information needed to submit is almost
complete.
6)Rescues picked up this month and we are
anticipated to go up. Our rescue has been
contacting me more often on potential rescue.

We have quite a few leaving the first of
September. September is looking better for
shelter regarding rescue.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 58
To: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
From: Raul Valadez, Animal Control Department
For: August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Total Entries 54
RETURNED TO OWNER 6
ADOPTED 0
DIED IN SHELTER 0
EUTHANIZED 0
ESCAPED FROM SHELTER 0
REMAINING IN SHELTER 30
DOGS RESCUED 18
Brought in to the shelter for the month of August 21
DOG BITE(S) 1
CITATIONS 0
COMPLAINTS 20
DOOR HANGERS 10
CATS DETAINED 1
EUTHANIZED 0
RESCUED 0
REDEEMED 0
ADPOTDED 0
Roosters/Chickens/Owls/Turtles, etc. 1
Deceased Animals
Dogs 6
Cats 8
Other Animals Deceased 0
Animal Control Activity Report
City Of Avenal
Animal Control Activity Report
September 1, 2024
September 12, 2024 Pg. 59
To: Rob Williams, Public Works Director
From: Raul Valadez, Animal Control Department
For: August 1, 2024 - August 31, 2024
Total Entries 32
RETURNED TO OWNER 0
ADOPTED 0
DIED IN SHELTER 0
EUTHANIZED 0
ESCAPED FROM SHELTER 0
REMAINING IN SHELTER 22
DOGS RESCUED 10
Brought in to the shelter for the month of June 9
DOG BITE(S) 0
CITATIONS 0
CATS DETAINED 0
EUTHANIZED 0
RESCUED 0
REDEEMED 0
ADPOTDED 0
Roosters/Chickens/Owls/Turtles, etc. 0
Deceased Animals
Dogs 9
Cats 6
Other Animals Deceased 0
Animal Control Activity Report
City Of Corcoran
Animal Control Activity Report
September 1, 2024
September 12, 2024 Pg. 60
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. 6- A.2
TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Humberto Bermudez, IT Manager
DATE: September 9th, 2024
RE: Information Technology Monthly Report July-August 2024 CURRENT PROJECTS:

Internet:
-Internet Connection at the Recreation Center has been established and tested by both staff and by renters of the building.
-Cal.Net has not provided an updated proposal of the cost breakdown of their construction, Staff seeking clarification of ongoing costs.

Phone System: Avenal PD overhaul to be completed alongside IT service migration.

Emails:
-cityofavenal.gov and avenalpd.gov domains have been acquired and live under our email and DNS services. Administration privileges have been granted for the .com email backend to allow for migration to .us/.gov
-Staff will work with CivicPlus to migrate our website over to the .gov domain -Staff will send out a public notice of the change in email and website addresses. IT will work with staff to help notify individuals and organizations the city does business with of these changes.

Services:
-Regular Security Maintenance
-Continuing reorganizing documentation of all services for future reference -Police servers arrive and hypervisors are installed. The machines are now ready for service.

Other:
-Continuing to assist in local events (Food distributions, Independence Day Celebration) -Continues to maintain the city website and provide tech support across all facilities. -Staff awaits results from the site survey for the Skyline/Kings street digital sign replacement.

Staff meets with the secondary sign manufacturer locally about -PC Solutions reaches out to Staff and Mayor Preciado about camera and internet connectivity solutions.
-Staff continues to work with Avenal PD to finish up the Crossroads Project, further progressing in separating from Kings County IT.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 61
Community Activities August 2024 Report
To: Honorable Mayor and Council Members
From: Anna Lara-Nieto, Senior Recreation Leader
cc: Antony V. Lopez, City Manager
Date: September 11th 2025
Re: Community Activities Staff Report
Information:

Updates:
1) Community Garden –
• In the works, benches decorative gate, arched name over entrance. • Restrooms almost finished.
• Water line for the sink is still being worked on.
• Community Pumpkins are growing, although they have bugs and it’s been very hard to get rid of them. They are killing the plants. Staff and other garderns are trying to control them as well.
2) Suicide Prevention Walk – Was held on September 7th 2024. • This was a collaborated event with Kings Partnership for Prevention • Event started at 5pm at the Veterans Hall. 5-6pm was county resource booths, Music was led by Avenal Assembly of God, with a quest speaker. The Walk started at 6pm to City Hall, walkers came back to enjoy Tacos, and we ended the night with candlelight and prayer.
3) Rental Report-see attachment
Working on:
1) September, Community Family Night
2) Trunk or Treat
3) Dia de Los Muertos (next events see attached)
Collaborations:
1) Valley Voices – Food Distribution
2) October 23rd- Avenal State Prison Trunk or Treat
September 12, 2024 Pg. 62

RENTALS AUGUST / SEPTEMBER
Veterans Hall
• Seniors, Monday-Friday 10-4pm
• 2 Food Fundraisers
• AA Meeting Rental
Recreation Center
• Valley Voices- Every 2nd Friday of each month- Covid/Food Distribution • 2- Community paid rental
• 1-Non-profit rental
Pavilion
• 2 Sports Complex
September 12, 2024 Pg. 63
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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. B.

TO: The Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Griselda Price, Director of Administrative Services DATE: September 12, 2023
RE: Adoption of Successor Agency Budget for Fiscal Year 2024-2025 INFORMATION:

The Successor Agency budget for the fiscal year 2024-2025 is presented for adoption. This budget, amounting to $397,250, is consistent with the Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS) approved earlier this year. It includes enforceable obligations such as full-time employee costs and bond principal payments, as outlined in the approved ROPS.

The budget is presented below:
8031000 - SUCCESSOR AGENCY $ -
501 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES $ 62,238.00
502 FULL-TIME EMPLOYEES/OT $ -
511 FICA CONTRIBUTION $ -
850 BOND PRINCIPAL PYMT. $ 335,012.00
650 AUDITING SVCS. $ -
655 PROFESSIONAL SVCS $ -
TOTAL - SUCCESSOR AGENCY $ 397,250.00
RECOMMENDATION:

1. By motion, approve SA Resolution 2024-03, adopting the Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund for FY 2024/2025 in the amount of $397,250.00.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 65
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BEFORE THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE

CITY OF AVENAL
IN THE MATTER OF:

A RESOLUTION OF THE AVENAL

SUCCESSOR AGENCY/RDA DEBT

OBLIGATION FUND OF THE CITY OF

AVENAL ADOPTING THE AGENCY'S
FISCAL YEAR BUDGET 2024/2025

SUCCESSOR AGENCY
RESOLUTION 2024-_03_
WHEREAS, the Executive Director has prepared and presented the proposed budget for the Avenal Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund for the period of July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 (Fiscal Year 2024/2025); and WHEREAS, the Avenal Successor Agency/RDA Debt Obligation Fund held a duly noticed Public Hearing on June 27th, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, 2024 the Agency has considered all comments from the public; and WHEREAS, the Agency has reviewed the budget in its entirety and deliberated over its contents.

WHEREAS, the Agency believes that adoption of the budget will be in the best interests of the public.

UPON MOTION OF BOARD MEMBER , SECONDED BY BOARD

MEMBER , THE FOLLOWING WAS PASSED, APPROVED, AND

ADOPTED BY THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY AT AN OFFICIAL SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON September 12, 2024, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:

Alvaro Preciado, CHAIRMAN

AVENAL SUCCESSOR AGENCY
MARIA A. ORTIZ, City Clerk

CITY OF AVENAL
September 12, 2024 Pg. 66
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY Hereby:

1. Found the Recitals above are found to be true and correct.

2. The Agency's said budget provides for $397,250.00, to be expended by the Agency in the implementation of RDA Debt Obligation and Successor Agency's administrative efforts.

3. Hereby authorizes the Executive Director to utilize the budgets in the best interest of the Agency.

4. Authorized the Executive Director and relevant City staff to carry out the terms and conditions of this resolution and to take all steps reasonably necessary, proper and/or convenient and/or incidental thereto.
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September 12, 2024 Pg. 67
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Summary Filed for the July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025 Period Successor Agency: Avenal
County: Kings
Current Period Requested Funding for Enforceable
Obligations (ROPS Detail)
24-25A Total
(July -
December)
24-25B Total
(January -
June)
ROPS 24-25
Total
A Enforceable Obligations Funded as Follows (B+C+D) $ 264,512 $ 70,500 $ 335,012 B Bond Proceeds - - -
C Reserve Balance 264,416 70,500 334,916
D Other Funds 96 - 96
E Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund (RPTTF) (F+G) $ 24,738 $ 37,500 $ 62,238 F RPTTF 7,000 - 7,000
G Administrative RPTTF 17,738 37,500 55,238
H Current Period Enforceable Obligations (A+E) $ 289,250 $ 108,000 $ 397,250 Certification of Oversight Board Chairman:

Name Title
Pursuant to Section 34177 (o) of the Health and Safety
code, I hereby certify that the above is a true and
accurate Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule for
the above named successor agency. /s/
Signature Date
Alvaro M. Preciado Mayor
01/11/2024
September 12, 2024 Pg. 68
Avenal
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - ROPS Detail July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025

A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W
Item
# Project Name Obligation
Type
Agreement
Execution
Date
Agreement
Termination
Date
Payee Description Project
Area
Total
Outstanding
Obligation
Retired
ROPS
24-25
Total
ROPS 24-25A (Jul - Dec)
24-25A
Total
ROPS 24-25B (Jan - Jun)
24-25B
Total
Fund Sources Fund Sources
Bond
Proceeds
Reserve
Balance
Other
Funds RPTTF Admin
RPTTF
Bond
Proceeds
Reserve
Balance
Other
Funds
RPTTF
Admin
RPTTF
$4,145,000 $397,250 $- $264,416 $96 $7,000 $17,738 $289,250 $- $70,500 $- $- $37,500 $108,000 1 2005
Revenue
Bonds
Revenue
Bonds
Issued On
or Before
12/31/10
09/01/
2005
08/15/2026 US Bank Bonds issued to
fund nonhousing project/
curb, gutter &
sidewalks
RDA
Project
Area
4,063,000 N $315,250 - 244,750 - - - $244,750 - 70,500 - - - $70,500 2 2005
Revenue
Bonds Admin
Fees
Fees 09/01/
2005
08/15/2026 US Bank Admin. Bond
Fees
RDA
Project
Area
4,000 N $4,000 - - - 4,000 - $4,000 - - - - - $-
4 Annual
Continuing
Disclosure
Report
Fees 01/01/
2014
06/30/2026 NBS Local
Gov.

Solution
Annual
Continuing
Disclosure
Report
RDA
Project
Area
3,000 N $3,000 - - - 3,000 - $3,000 - - - - - $-
6 Administrative
Costs
Admin
Costs
01/01/
2014
06/30/2026 Employees
of
Successor
Agency
Payroll cost/
Employee
Admin.

Cost
75,000 N $75,000 - 19,666 96 - 17,738 $37,500 - - - - 37,500 $37,500 September 12, 2024 Pg. 69
Avenal
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Report of Cash Balances July 1, 2021 through June 30, 2022
(Report Amounts in Whole Dollars)
Pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 34177 (l), Redevelopment Property Tax Trust Fund (RPTTF) may be listed as a source of payment on the ROPS, but only to the extent no other funding source is available or when payment from property tax revenues is required by an enforceable obligation.

A B C D E F G H
ROPS 21-22 Cash Balances
(07/01/21 - 06/30/22)
Fund Sources
Comments
Bond Proceeds Reserve Balance Other Funds RPTTF
Bonds issued
on or before
12/31/10
Bonds issued
on or after
01/01/11
Prior ROPS
RPTTF and
Reserve
Balances retained
for future
period(s)
Rent, grants,
interest, etc.

Non-Admin
and Admin
1 Beginning Available Cash Balance (Actual 07/01/21)
RPTTF amount should exclude "A" period distribution
amount.
278,202 540 65,060 (72,712) G1 - 18-19 PPA + Cash Shortage Requested in 23-24 ROPS (See note below)
2 Revenue/Income (Actual 06/30/22)
RPTTF amount should tie to the ROPS 21-22 total
distribution from the County Auditor-Controller
334,916 96 372,620 E2 - Error in accounting for the shortfall in 23-24 ROPS due to confusion over bond
reserves. Will use in 24-25 as other funds,
reducing RPTTF requested.
3 Expenditures for ROPS 21-22 Enforceable Obligations
(Actual 06/30/22)
5,058 - 64,978 386,172
4 Retention of Available Cash Balance (Actual 06/30/22) RPTTF amount retained should only include the amounts
distributed as reserve for future period(s)
273,144 540 82 -
5 ROPS 21-22 RPTTF Prior Period Adjustment
RPTTF amount should tie to the Agency's ROPS 21-22 PPA
form submitted to the CAC
No entry required 30,442
6 Ending Actual Available Cash Balance (06/30/22)
C to F = (1 + 2 - 3 - 4), G = (1 + 2 - 3 - 4 - 5)
$- $- $334,916 $96 $(116,706) E6 - Requested to use in 24-25 ROPS due to over request in 23-24 G6 - Actual cash
shortfall received in 23-24 ROPS
September 12, 2024 Pg. 70
Avenal
Recognized Obligation Payment Schedule (ROPS 24-25) - Notes July 1, 2024 through June 30, 2025
Item # Notes/Comments
1 2
4 6
September 12, 2024 Pg. 71
City of Avenal
919 Skyline Blvd.

Avenal, CA 93204
Phone: (559) 386-5766
Fax: (559) 386-0629
AGENDA ITEM NO. 8. C.

The budget is presented below:
4020000 - PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY $ -
850 BOND PRINCIPAL PYMT. $ 490,000.00
851 BOND INTEREST PYMT $ 86,375.00
TOTAL - PUBLIC FINANCE AUTHORITY $ 576,375.00
RECOMMENDATION:

1. By motion, approve PFA Resolution 2024-03, adopting the Public Financing Authority to pay its obligations for FY 2024/2025 in the amount of $576,375.00.

September 12, 2024 Pg. 72
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BEFORE THE AVENAL PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
IN THE MATTER OF:

A RESOLUTION OF THE AVENAL

PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY OF

THE CITY OF AVENAL ADOPTING

THE AVENAL PUBLIC FINANCING
AUTHORITY FISCAL YEAR 2024-2025
BUDGET.

PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY
RESOLUTION 2024-_02_
WHEREAS, the Secretary has prepared and presented the proposed budget for the Avenal Public Financing Authority for the period of July 1, 2024 to June 30, 2025 (Fiscal Year 2024-2025); and
WHEREAS, the Public Financing Authority held a duly noticed Public Hearing on June 27th, July 11th, August 8th, September 12th, 2024, the Authority has considered all comments from the public; and
WHEREAS, the Public Financing Authority has reviewed the budget in its entirety, and deliberated over its contents; and,
WHEREAS, the Authority believes that adoption of the budget will be in the best interests of the public.

UPON MOTION OF BOARD MEMBER , SECONDED BY BOARD

MEMBER , THE FOLLOWING WAS PASSED, APPROVED, AND

ADOPTED BY THE AVENAL PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY AT AN OFFICIAL SPECIAL MEETING HELD ON September 12, 2024, BY THE FOLLOWING VOTE:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

ATTEST:

Alvaro Preciado, CHAIRMAN

AVENAL PUBLIC FINANCING

AUTHORITY
MARIA A. ORTIZ, City Clerk

CITY OF AVENAL
September 12, 2024 Pg. 73
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NOW THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT THE PUBLIC FINANCING AUTHORITY Hereby:

1. Found the Recitals above are found to be true and correct.

2. The Authority’s said budget provides for $576,375.00, to be expended by the Authority in the implementation of Authority’s obligations.

3. Hereby authorizes the Secretary to utilize the budgets in the best interest of the Authority.

4. Authorized the Secretary and relevant City staff to carry out the terms and conditions of this resolution and to take all steps reasonably necessary, proper and/or convenient and/or incidental thereto.
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September 12, 2024 Pg. 74

City Council/Successor Agency/Public Finance AuthoritySeptember 12, 2024

City Council/Successor Agency/Public Finance Authority
September 12, 2024