AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY APRIL 8, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS & VIA ZOOM
21000 HACIENDA BLVD., CALIFORNIA CITY, CA 93505
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Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR
Michael Kulikoff
MAYOR PRO TEM
Jesse Hightower
Michael Hurles
Ronald Smith
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Christopher Lopez
CITY MANAGER
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Hightower, Hurles, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Kulikoff, Mayor Hawkins
ADOPT THE AGENDA
PUBLIC COMMENT
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CLOSED SESSION
CS 1. DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE - PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54957(b)(1) CS 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – PENDING LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9(d)(1)
CS 3. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – POTENTIAL LITIGATION PURSUANT TO GOVERNMENT CODE SECTION 54956.9 (d) (2)
Number of Matters- One (1)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00PM
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE / INNVOCATION
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Hightower, Hurles, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Kulikoff, Mayor Hawkins
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
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PARK
HOUSING
OHV
CITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence received from JM POWERS DATEDMARCH 29,2025 MARCH 30, 2025
MARCH 31, 2025
CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
PRESENTATIONS
PUBLIC HEARING
PH 1. Staff Report- Christopher Lopez- City Manager
1. TO START AT A TIME CERTAIN OF 6:00 P.M. - FOURTH PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE
COMMUNITY INPUT AND PROVIDE DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING SUBMITTED DRAFT
DISTRICT MAPS AND THE PROPOSED SEQUENCE OF ELECTIONS RELATING TO THE
TRANSITION TO DISTRICT BASED COUNCIL ELECTIONS AND INTRODUCTION OF AN
ORDINANCE CHANGING THE ELECTION METHOD FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OTHER THAN THE DIRECTLY ELECTED MAYOR, FROM AT-LARGE TO BY DISTRICT;
ADOPTING A MAP DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS FOR EACH ELECTORAL DISTRICT; ESTABLISHING THE ELECTION ORDER OF EACH DISTRICT; AND
ESTABLISHING RELATED PROCEDURES
2. Open Public Hearing
3. Public Comment
4. Close Public Hearing
5. Discussion
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council consider:
1) Conduct the fourth public hearing to receive community input and provide direction to staff regarding the submitted draft district maps, the proposed sequence of elections relating to the transition to district based Council elections, and the attached Ordinance. 2) Select a District Map and direct incorporation thereof into the attached Ordinance. 3) Select the sequencing of the District Elections by selecting the two District Seats to be up for election in 2026 (with the remaining District seats to be up for election in 2028), and direct incorporation thereof into the attached Ordinance.
4) Waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 25-850, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE 5 TO TITLE 2 OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGING THE ELECTION METHOD FOR MEMBERS
OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OTHER THAN THE DIRECTLY ELECTED MAYOR, FROM AT-LARGE TO BY DISTRICT; ADOPTING A MAP DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS FOR EACH ELECTORAL DISTRICT; AND ESTABLISHING RELATED PROCEDURE. 04/04/20253
(First reading and introduction).
5) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
PH 2. Staff Report: Victor Ponto, City Attorney, Karin Schambeck, Deputy City Attorney
1. AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA AMENDING ARTICLE 24.5 (RESIDENTIAL TINY AND SMALL HOMES OVERLAY ZONE) OF CHAPTER 2 (ZONING) OF TITLE 9 (LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
2. Open Public Hearing
3. Public Comment
4. Close Public Hearing
5. Discussion
6. Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 25-825 Amending Article 24.5 (Residential Tiny and Small Homes Overlay Zone) of Chapter 2 (Zoning) of Title 9 (Land Use and Development) of the City of California City Municipal Code. (First Reading and Introduction).
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR / PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for the public to address the City Council on any matter NOT on this agenda and over which the City Council has jurisdiction. Please state your name for the record and limit your comments to (3) three minutes. The City Council will receive the comments but cannot engage in back-and- forth discussion with the public or make any decision. The City Council can direct staff to bring the item back to a future agenda for discussion.
CONSENT CALENDAR
WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
Consideration to waive full-text reading of all Resolutions and Ordinances by single motion made at the start of each meeting, subject to the ability of the City Council / Agency to read the full text of selected resolutions and ordinances when the item is addressed by subsequent motion. All items on the consent calendar are considered routine, and non-controversial and will be approved by (1) one motion if no member of the council, staff, or public wishes to comment or ask questions. Public comments are to be limited to (3) three minutes. Roll call vote required.
CC 1. Approve City Check Register dated 03/21/2025—04/03/2025 CC 2. Approve Minutes for 02/25/2025
CC 3. Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager , Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager Subject: Aspen Mall Lighting and Landscape Intent Meeting Recommendation: Staff recommends the Council adopt the resolutions as presented CC 4. A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY TO REJECT A BID RECEIVED ON MARCH 6, 2025, FOR THE SPLASH PARK PHASE 2 PROJECT, AND
TO AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TO PROCURE TURN-KEY
PROJECT QUOTES FROM SPECIALIZED CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY FROM THE OPEN
MARKET WITHOUT FURTHER BIDDING
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CC 5. Authorize the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager of California City to Sign a Letter of Support for the SR 58 and California City Blvd. Interchange Project
CITY MANAGER REPORT
NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City manager
Subject: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY CALIFORNIA CITY AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LAND USE AGREEMENT WITH THE DESERT ROSE
GARDEN CLUB FOR A BOTANICAL GARDEN SUBJECT TO LEGAL CONCURRENCE FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve Resolution No. 25-3120 authorizing the City Manager to execute the Land Use Agreement with the Desert Rose Garden Club NB 2. Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Subject: Update on FY 25/26 Budget
Recommendation: Staff will provide on update on the FY 25/26 Budget NB 3. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Discussion Item on Water Rate Study for Water and Wastewater Rates Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council provide direction to the City Manager to revisit the 2023 study or the scope of work for the water rate study and proceed with an RFP to find a firm to conduct the study for the water and wastewater systems in California City.
NB 4. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Allocation of $1,395,263.44 for Streets and Infrastructure Projects Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the allocation of $1,395,263 EIR Funds from Bellefield and Eland for street and infrastructure improvements.
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, AGENDA REQUESTS, AND AB1234 REPORTS This portion of the meeting is reserved for councilmembers to present information, announcements, and items that have come to their attention. The Brown Act precludes Council, staff, or public discussion. Short staff responses are appropriate. The Council will take no formal action. A Council member may request the City Clerk to calendar an item for consideration at a future meeting or refer an item to staff.
ADJOURNMENT
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AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk for the City of California City, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing notice was posted on all official City bulletin boards and the City’s website at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in compliance with the provisions of the Brown Act.
APRIL 4, 2025
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DR-PARK
PARKS
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Leanndrea Weible, Park Coordinator
SUBJECT: Park and Recreation Monthly Department Report
OPERATIONS:
The Parks and Recreation Department is continuing to operate with very limited staff and as such have needed to reduce the gym’s hours of operation. As of now, the Strata Center Hours vary, however, have been more consistent with being open TUESDAY 2-5PM, WEDNESDAY 12-5PM and SATURDAY 11AM-5PM (Staff will always do their best to make sure the hours are posted to keep the public updated)
CURRENTLY:
• EVERY SUNDAY Holy Scriptures Church Service is held in the Arts and Community Building.
• WEDNESDAY & SATURDAY Hip Hop Aerobics will be held at the Strata Center on Wednesday’s and Saturday’s 6-7PM. Anyone interested in attending is welcomed. • EVERY FRIDAY The Strata will be open for walking from 10am-12pm PROJECT and EVENT UPDATES
1. The Skate Park and Splash Pad are moving along as scheduled. As of now, there have been no changes for the date of completion. Expected Completion Date for the Skate Park is May 1, 2025
2. The Tortoise Days 2025 Event hosted by the Chamber of Commerce will be held at the park located at 10350 Heather Ave, California City, CA 93505. Please contact the California City Chamber of Commerce with any questions or to pick up an application for participation in the event.
Locked Bathroom Concern from Councilmember Hightower
During the March 25, 2025, City Council Meeting, it was brought to the attention of staff that the park bathrooms were locked, and patrons had no access to use them if needed. 04/04/20257
In 2024, the city had 19 reductions in personnel. As a result of these layoffs, four parks maintenance employees were eliminated, resulting in zero parks maintenance staff available to open and close restrooms as this was part of their job responsibilities.
Public Works Director Joe Barragan has directed a streets employee to assist, but that individual has many responsibilities in addition to their primary responsibilities resulting in gaps in coverage in their primary and secondary responsibilities. This is done via overtime, but is an unsustainable method on a long term basis.
***REMINDER***
Anyone interested in volunteering can pick up a Volunteer application at City Hall. If you have a talent or know someone who does and want to teach it to others, please contact the Park Coordinator (760) 373-3530
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DR-HOUSING
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Nicole Jarmon, Housing Manager
SUBJECT: Housing Monthly Department Report
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION
Desert Jade
Currently 95 apartments are being filled.
Desert Jade currently has one vacant and is currently undergoing repairs.
The waitlist currently has 66 applicants.
Inspections have been pushed back, April 15, 2025.
March 25th, we had our monthly food giveaway.
Legends
Currently has 6 apartments and 6 houses filled.
Waitlist is combined with Desert Jade
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DR-OHV
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Inge Elmes, OHV Manager
SUBJECT: OHV Monthly Department Report
Events
The next major holiday staff will be preparing for is Easter Holiday weekend, weather will determine the influx of visitors to California City’s OHV riding area.
Operations
Staff continues to maintain roads and trails, park amenities, and assist OHV visitors at the Borax Bill Park Visitor Center. New permit season will begin July 1, 2025.
Manager Updates
The RV Dump Station Project has broken ground. Staff will begin grading area within the next two weeks. Once completed, the new station will house 5 lanes, solar lighting, trash receptacles, fencing and signage. This is a fully grant funded project.
Finance Report
For the month of March, OHV sales totaled $7,443.00 . These numbers are actuals and reflect only amounts received within each month. Please refer to Monthly Permit Sales report for FY totals. *Not all proceeds are deposited in the same month.
**OHV sales are deposited to specific OHV Permit Program GL revenue codes #29-3992 through #29-3998. Please refer to the financial statement for details. ***Some merchandise was purchased by staff at a discounted rate. All sales for merchandise are allocated to GL revenue code 29-3691.
Attachment
OHV Permit Program Sales Spreadsheet
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
PH 1
April 8, 2025
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TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
SUBJECT: TO START AT A TIME CERTAIN OF 6:00 P.M. - FOURTH PUBLIC
HEARING TO RECEIVE COMMUNITY INPUT AND PROVIDE
DIRECTION TO STAFF REGARDING SUBMITTED DRAFT DISTRICT
MAPS AND THE PROPOSED SEQUENCE OF ELECTIONS RELATING
TO THE TRANSITION TO DISTRICT BASED COUNCIL ELECTIONS
AND INTRODUCTION OF AN ORDINANCE CHANGING THE
ELECTION METHOD FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL,
OTHER THAN THE DIRECTLY ELECTED MAYOR, FROM AT-LARGE
TO BY DISTRICT; ADOPTING A MAP DESCRIBING THE
BOUNDARIES AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS FOR EACH
ELECTORAL DISTRICT; ESTABLISHING THE ELECTION ORDER OF
EACH DISTRICT; AND ESTABLISHING RELATED PROCEDURES.
BACKGROUND
At the February 11, 2025, Council meeting, Council adopted a Resolution of Intent to transition to district-based elections to allow the City to take advantage of the safe harbor provisions of Elections Code Section 10010.
On February 25, 2025 the Mayor and City Council held its first public hearing related to this item.
On March 11, 2025, the Mayor and City Council held its second public hearing related to this item.
On March 25, 2025, the Mayor and City Council will hold the third public hearing related to this item.
On April 8, 2025, the Mayor and City Council will hold the fourth public hearing related to this item.
At this fourth public hearing, the community and the City Council will consider the draft maps that have been submitted by members of the public and the maps that have been prepared by Redistricting Partners. All the maps are available on the City’s website:
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prepared by Redistricting Partners are identified by a letter (e.g., Draft Map A). Members of the public have been able to submit maps via the City’s website.
Staff will be seeking feedback on the drafts provided by the demographer as well as any community-submitted maps that the City Council wishes to review. When reviewing the maps, the City Council should consider maps that best preserve communities of interest and best meet the larger goals of the districting process. Ideally, 3 maps, or variants of maps, will be identified that would be brought forward for additional review and consideration at the fourth public hearing.
DISCUSSION
I. California Voting Rights Act and Racially Polarized Voting The City of California City currently elects four Councilmembers at-large, which means that each councilmember is elected by the registered voters of the entire City. The Mayor is directly elected, which means that the Mayor is directly elected at-large to the office of the Mayor.
The CVRA was enacted in 2001, in part, to provide minority groups in California with tools to prevent dilution of votes in “at-large” election systems and is more expansive than the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965 (“FVRA”). Under the CVRA, an at-large method of election may not be imposed or applied in a manner that impairs the ability of a protected class to elect candidates of its choice or its ability to influence the outcome of an election, as a result of the dilution or the abridgement of the rights of voters who are members of a protected class.1 A violation of the
CVRA is established if it is shown that racially polarized voting occurs in elections for members of the governing body or in elections incorporating other electoral choices by the voters of the political subdivision.2 Any voter who is a member of a protected class and who resides in a political subdivision where a violation of the CVRA is alleged may file an action in the superior court in which the political subdivision is located.3
The CVRA defines “protected class” as a class of voters who are members of a race, color, or language minority group, as referenced and defined in the FVRA4 and “racially polarized voting” as voting in which there is a difference, as defined in case law under the FVRA, in the choice of candidates or other electoral choices preferred by voters in a protected class, as compared to the rest of the electorate (i.e., the protected class members vote as a politically cohesive unit, while the majority votes sufficiently as a bloc usually to defeat the protected class’s preferred candidate).5
II. Safe Harbor and Transitioning
California Government Code Section 34886, in certain circumstances, authorizes the legislative body of a city of any population to adopt an ordinance to change its method of election from an “at-large” system to a “district-based” system in which each councilmember is elected only by the voters in the district in which the candidate resides.
Pursuant to Elections Code Section 10010, a city may rely on the “safe harbor” provisions that 1 Cal. Elec. Code §§ 14026 and 14027.
2 Cal. Elec. Code §14028(a); see also § 14027.
3 Cal. Elec. Code §14032.
4 Cal. Elec. Code §14026(d) citing 52 U.S.C. Sec. 10301 et seq. 5 Cal. Elec. Code §14026(e) citing 52 U.S.C. Sec. 10301 et seq; Thornburg v. Gingles (1986) 478 U.S. 30, 56.
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allows a city to adopt a resolution outlining its intention to transition from at-large to districtbased elections within forty-five (45) days of receiving a demand letter from a potential plaintiffs’ attorney.6 These “safe harbor” provisions allow a city to transition in accordance with a statutory timeline and, if followed, insulate a city from litigation arising from alleged CVRA violations and caps attorneys’ fee liability to a maximum of $30,000.7 Under those “safe harbor” provisions, a prospective plaintiff is required to send a written notice to the clerk of a city asserting that the city’s method of conducting elections may violate the CVRA.8 A forty-five (45) day pause is then imposed on a prospective plaintiff’s ability to bring an action.9 That forty-five (45) day pause allows a city to adopt a resolution outlining its intention to transition from at-large to district-based elections.10 If a resolution of intention is adopted by a city council to move to district-based elections, a prospective plaintiff may not commence an action within ninety (90) days of the resolution of intention’s passage.11 After the City has completed the transition to district-based elections following these procedures, a prospective plaintiff would be able to submit a letter demanding that the City pay their attorneys’ fees as mentioned above.
III. Transition to District Based Elections
Since the Council adopted the Resolution of Intent to transition to district based elections on February 11, 2025, a prospective plaintiff may not commence an action within ninety (90) days of the resolution of intention’s passage. The deadline is May 12, 2025, to transition to districts within the timeline of the safe harbor Election Code Section 10010.
As a part of the transition process, the City needs to hold at least two public hearings over a period of no more than 30 days, at which the public is invited to provide input regarding the composition of the districts.12 No official maps can be drawn before completion of these two public meetings.
Once the initial two meetings are complete, the demographer and public can begin to officially draw maps that will be considered in the districting process. As stated above, the City held these first two public hearings on February 25, 2025, and March 11, 2025. After such public hearings, the public submitted draft maps. The City’s demographer also prepared and submitted draft maps for Council’s consideration. These draft maps were all made available to the public as required are further discussed below.
Before the final public hearing, the City would then hold at least two additional hearings over a period of no more than 45 days, at which the public is invited to provide input regarding the content of the draft maps and the proposed sequence of elections.13 The first of this second set of public hearings (Public Hearing No. 3) was held on March 25, 2025. Tonight’s Public Hearing No. 4 is the second of these two additional public hearings. Once Council selects a map and determining the sequencing of district elections (see below) after Public Hearing No. 4, Council must direct incorporation thereof into the attached Ordinance. Finally, Council must waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. _________, which will transition the City to district elections (discussed further below). The next public hearing to adopt the Ordinance is tentatively scheduled for April 6 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(2).
7 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(f)(1)-(3); Note that this maximum is adjusted annually based upon CPI per the Elections Code.
8 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(1).
9 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(2).
10 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(1)-(3).
11 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(1)-(3).
12 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(a)(1).
13 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(a)(2).
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22, 2025.
IV. Fair Maps Act
The City will also need to comply with the Fair and Inclusive Redistricting for Municipalities and Political Subdivisions (Fair Maps) Act in adopting the districts,14 which provides criteria that the City must utilize when establishing election district boundaries or when undertaking the redistricting process (which must occur every ten years after each population census). The criteria are summarized below.
(a) The election districts must be substantially equal in population based on the most recent census.
(b) The districting body shall adopt election district boundaries that comply with the United States Constitution, the California Constitution, and the federal Voting Rights Act of 1965 (52 U.S.C. Sec. 10301 et seq.) and consistent with the federal Voting Rights Act, the districting body shall determine whether it is possible to create an election district or districts in which a minority group is sufficiently large and geographically compact to constitute a majority in a single-member district, as set forth in Thornburg v. Gingles, 478 U.S. 30 (1986).
(c) The districting body shall adopt election district boundaries using the following criteria as generally set forth in the following order of priority:
(1) To the maximum extent practicable, election districts shall be geographically contiguous. Areas that meet only at the points of adjoining corners are not contiguous. Areas that are separated by water and not connected by a bridge, tunnel, or regular ferry service are not contiguous.
(2) To the maximum extent practicable, the geographic integrity of any local neighborhood or local “community of interest” shall be respected in a manner that minimizes its division (see discussion below on the definition of a “community of interest” under the Fair Maps Act).
(3) To the maximum extent practicable, the geographic integrity of a city or census designated place shall be respected in a manner that minimizes its division. This paragraph does not apply to a city.
(4) To the maximum extent practicable, election districts shall be bounded by natural and artificial barriers, by streets, or by the boundaries of the local jurisdiction. Election district boundaries should be easily identifiable and understandable by residents.
(5) To the maximum extent practicable, election districts shall be drawn to encourage geographical compactness in a manner that nearby areas of population are not bypassed in favor of more distant populations.
(d) The districting body shall not adopt election district boundaries for the purpose of 14 Cal. Elec. Code § 21100 et seq.
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favoring or discriminating against an incumbent, political candidate, or political party.15 The Fair Maps Act defines a “community of interest” as a population that shares common social or economic interests that should be included within a single election district for purposes of its effective and fair representation. Characteristics of communities of interest may include, but are not limited to, shared public policy concerns such as education, public safety, public health, environment, housing, transportation, and access to social services. Characteristics of communities of interest may also include, but are not limited to, cultural districts, shared socioeconomic characteristics, similar voter registration rates and participation rates, and shared histories.
Communities of interest do not include relationships with political parties, incumbents, or political candidates. Some examples of communities of interest in California City may include the existing neighborhoods identified by the City, school districts, parks, etc.
Within 21 days of adopting final election district boundaries, the City Council will be required to issue a report that explains the basis on which it made its decisions in achieving compliance with the requirements and criteria of the Fair Maps Act, including, as to each neighborhood, community of interest, city, or census designated place that was split into two or more districts, the reason for that split.16
Staff has prepared an updated tentative timeline, which identifies the preliminary schedule for the required public hearings and public outreach, which complies with Elections Code 10010, with a final deadline date of May 12, 2025, to complete the transition to districts. (See Attachment 1).
This timeline may change depending on the level of community involvement and the complexity of the map drawing process. If the timeline needs to adjust beyond the 90 days, then the City may enter into a written agreement with potential plaintiff Shenkman to extend the 90-day period up to an additional 90 days in order to provide additional time to conduct public outreach, encourage public participation, and receive public input, provided that the potential plaintiffs that submitted the initial letter agree.
17 At the public hearings on February 25, 2025, March 11, 2025, and March 25, 2025, the community was encouraged to participate during the public hearings by providing input on the composition of the districts by sharing specific thoughts on communities of interest and any other factors under the Fair Maps Act that the public identifies within California City. The City also provided a Community of Interest Worksheet on its District Elections website to facilitate the public’s input.
To date, the City’s has not received any worksheets from the public.
V. Outreach Efforts
City staff has taken steps to provide outreach to its residents of this meeting including placing this information on the City website.
The City launched a website dedicated to this district transition process and it went live within a two days of the first public hearing. The website URL is here: https://www.californiacityca.gov/CC/index.php/district-elections.
Since that time, staff has updated the website to include information on maps submitted by the public and maps drafted and submitted by the City’s demographers. The maps submitted by the 15 Cal. Elec. Code § 21130 (a)-(d).
16 Cal. Elec. Code § 21130(f).
17 Cal. Elec. Code § 10010(e)(3)(C)(i).
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public and the demographers are attached to this agenda item.
Information on the site provides the public with background information about the districting process, upcoming hearing dates, and supporting documents. This webpage will be continuously updated with dates and locations where community members can share their feedback on this issue.
VI. Draft Council District Maps and Proposed Sequencing of Elections The City has received several maps from the public which are identified by the following ID numbers: 289684, 289096, 289575, 289578, 292639, and 292636 (See Attachment 1). The City’s demographer also prepared and submitted Draft Map A based upon Draft Map ID 289096 and Draft Map B (based upon Draft Map ID 289684 with minor clean-up adjustments, such as having the borders follow main roads and to account for contiguity. Additionally, the City’s demographer prepared and submitted Draft Map C to provide the City Council with a different configuration of dividing the City for their review and discussion. Draft Maps A, B, and C are included with this staff reports as Attachment 2. All maps establish four Council districts for each Council member (the mayor will continue to be directly elected at large).
Further, all maps have been posted and can be found on the City’s District Elections website here:
https://www.californiacity-ca.gov/CC/index.php/district-elections.
The proposed sequencing of the district elections will be as follows:
(1) Odd numbered districts: 2026
(2) Even numbered districts: 2028
VII. District Transition Ordinance
Attached to this staff report is an Ordinance entitled “AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE 5 TO TITLE 2 OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGING THE ELECTION METHOD FOR
MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OTHER THAN THE DIRECTLY ELECTED MAYOR, FROM AT-LARGE TO BY DISTRICT; ADOPTING A MAP DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS FOR EACH ELECTORAL DISTRICT; ESTABLISHING THE ELECTION ORDER OF EACH DISTRICT; AND ESTABLISHING RELATED PROCEDURES” (“Ordinance”).
As stated in its title, the Ordinance, if adopted, will change the election method for members of the City Council, other than the directly elected mayor, from at-large to by district; adopting a district map and identifying the numbers for each electoral district; established the election order of each district; and establishing related procedures. The office of the mayor will continue to be elected on an at-large basis.
After the first reading and introduction, the Ordinance will then be considered for adoption at the public hearing tentatively scheduled for April 22, 2025. If ultimately adopted, the first district elections will occur in 2026.
RECOMMENDATION
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regarding the submitted draft district maps, the proposed sequence of elections relating to the transition to district based Council elections, and the attached Ordinance. 2) Select a District Map and direct incorporation thereof into the attached Ordinance. 3) Select the sequencing of the District Elections by selecting the two District Seats to be up for election in 2026 (with the remaining District seats to be up for election in 2028), and direct incorporation thereof into the attached Ordinance.
4) Waive further reading and introduce Ordinance No. 25-826, AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, ADDING ARTICLE 5 TO TITLE 2 OF THE CITY
OF CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE CHANGING THE ELECTION METHOD
FOR MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL, OTHER THAN THE DIRECTLY ELECTED MAYOR, FROM AT-LARGE TO BY DISTRICT; ADOPTING A MAP DESCRIBING THE BOUNDARIES AND IDENTIFYING NUMBERS FOR EACH ELECTORAL DISTRICT; AND ESTABLISHING RELATED PROCEDURE. (First reading and introduction). 5) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
TYPE OF ACTION (LEGISLATIVE; QUASI-JUDICIAL; OR ADVISORY) Legislative Action: The recommended action is to take community input and provide direction to staff regarding submitted draft district maps and the proposed sequence of elections relating to the transition to district based Council elections, providing direction regarding the incorporation of the same in to the attached Ordinance, and introducing for first reading of the attached Ordinance. The City Council therefore acts in its discretionary legislative capacity.
CEQA STATUS
This item does not constitute a project as defined by the California Environmental Quality Act (Public Resources Code § 21000, et seq.) (CEQA) as this does not have the potential to result in either a direct physical change in the environment, or a reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment (14 Cal. Code Regs. § 15378.).
FISCAL IMPACT
There is no direct fiscal impact associated with this action. By transitioning to district based elections by May 12, 2025, the costs that potential plaintiff’s attorney will receive is capped at approximately $30,000 (this amount has been adjusted annually by CPI per the Elections Code).
The City will pay demographer services in an amount up to $80,000, as Council authorized at the February 11, 2025, meeting. The City would also incur its own costs as well, including staff time and attorneys’ fees and costs.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Publicly Submitted Maps
2. Demographer Maps
3. Ordinance
From:
To: City Clerk
Subject: Establishment of Districts for District Based Elections Date: Saturday, March 29, 2025 11:29:36 AM
You don't often get email from . Learn why this is important EXTERNAL MESSAGE: Use caution when clicking links or attachments Hello Leann,
Please submit the following comments for the 08 April 2025 Council Meeting for the District Based Elections agenda item.
After review of the seven proposed Districts from both the public and those submitted by the vendor, I support the RP Draft A, ID 291357 map. This specific proposal is balanced and has a deviation of 4.64 which is well within acceptable limits directed by Statute.
The RP Draft A best represents a Communities of Interest balance.
Please submit this comment as I may not be able to provide the input personally on 08 April 2025.
Thank You,
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Public Maps: FAIR MAPS Act Assessment
The following maps were submitted by March 17, 2025 and can be considered during the March 25 public hearing Under the FAIR MAPS Act, the City of California City is required to follow a ranked list of criteria in their districting process:
• Relatively equal in population size – total deviation is under 10% • Contiguous
• Maintains “communities of interest”
• Easily identifiable and understandable lines, following city, natural, and man-made boundaries
• Compact
As demographers, we can assess all criteria objectively except for “maintaining communities of interest.” This particular criterion is subjective by definition and should be discussed by the public and the City Council to determine how well these maps fulfil this criterion.
ID 289096
Total Deviation: 0.5%
Date of submission: 3/12/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
ID 289575
Total Deviation: 6.2%
Date of submission: 3/14/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓*
*City Council should discuss whether the green district makes sense for the communities within the city if they want to use this as a potential map
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ID 289578
Total Deviation: 8.5%
Date of submission: 3/14/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓*
*City Council should discuss whether the green district makes sense for the communities within the city if they want to use this as a potential map
ID 289684
Total Deviation: 6.6%
Date of submission: 3/15/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? *
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
*Slight contiguity issue in the blue district/easy to fix 04/04/202525
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Public Maps: FAIR MAPS Act Assessment
The following maps were submitted by April 1, 2025 and can be considered during the Aprill 8 public hearing Under the FAIR MAPS Act, the City of California City is required to follow a ranked list of criteria in their districting process:
• Relatively equal in population size – total deviation is under 10% • Contiguous
• Maintains “communities of interest”
• Easily identifiable and understandable lines, following city, natural, and man-made boundaries
• Compact
As demographers, we can assess all criteria objectively except for “maintaining communities of interest.” This particular criterion is subjective by definition and should be discussed by the public and the City Council to determine how well these maps fulfil this criterion.
ID 292639
Total Deviation: 4.8%
Date of submission: 4/1/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
ID 292636
Total Deviation: 5%
Date of submission: 4/1/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
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The following maps were submitted by March 17, 2025 and were considered at the March 25 public hearing
ID 289096
Total Deviation: 0.5%
Date of submission: 3/12/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
ID 289575
Total Deviation: 6.2%
Date of submission: 3/14/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓*
*City Council should discuss whether the green district makes sense for the communities within the city if they want to use this as a potential map.
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ID 289578
Total Deviation: 8.5%
Date of submission: 3/14/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? ✓
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓*
*City Council should discuss whether the blue district
makes sense for the communities within the city if they want to use this as a potential map.
ID 289684
Total Deviation: 6.6%
Date of submission: 3/15/2025
Relatively equal in population size? ✓
Contiguous? *
Lines are easy to understand and
identify?
✓
Compact? ✓
*Slight contiguity issue in the blue district/easy to fix 04/04/202528
Tell Us About Your Community
Help shape the future of California City’s City Council Districts City Council has begun the process of transitioning to district elections. The U.S. Census data will be used to balance the population of each City Council District.
One of the primary goals of this process is to keep communities together within each district. That’s why it is so important to hear from you! Complete this form to tell the City Council about your community of interest – so it can be preserved in the new district lines.
What is a Community of Interest?
A Community of Interest is a group of people in the same geographically definable area who share common social and economic interests. Some examples of Communities of Interest are:
• Senior citizens
• People who live downtown or in a neighborhood
• Rural areas
• Dog park community
• Residents who share a common language
• People that use the same transportation systems
What criteria will help the City Council understand the importance of your community in the redistricting process?
When documenting your community, it is important to address the following questions to assist the City Council in the redistricting process:
1. Does your community have a shared culture, characteristics, or bond?
2. Is your community geographic in nature? Is your community able to be mapped? Is there density within your community?
3. Describe your community’s relationship with the City and how it is affected by policy decisions made by the City Council.
The public can submit any testimony, but it is important to remember that your input can be best used if it addresses all three of these questions.
What You Can Do to Further Participate in the Redistricting Process
1. Provide your comments on your community of interest by completing this worksheet and return it by email [email protected] or drop off a hard copy to City Hall, 21000 Hacienda Boulevard, or attend a public hearing and read your comments to the Council. 04/04/202529
2. Attend one of the City of California City City Council public meetings, times and locations to be publicized on the website.
Email:
CITYCLERK@CALIFORNIACITYCA.GOV
Mail: City Hall,
21000 Hacienda Boulevard,
California City, CA 93505
Document Your Community of Interest
1. What is the neighborhood/zip code where you reside?
2. How do you describe your community? What are the common interests in your community? Describe how they are important:
3. Explain the geographical location of your community of interest. What are the physical boundaries/features (streets, freeways, parks, etc.)?
4. Are the public services (bus lines, libraries, public schools, etc.) that help identify your community?
5. What type of homes (single family houses, apartments, condos, mobile homes, etc.) largely make up your community?
6. What is the rationale for your community of interest to be used in the City Council redistricting process? Please describe how the issues before the City Council has an impact on your community.
7. What else would you like to tell us about your community? Questions or comments?
We want to hear from you. Email the City of
California City at [CAL] or visit our webpage at
[email protected]
04/04/202530
Community of Interest Form
Providing the following information is optional. If you provide an email address, we will send you updates on the process.
First name: Email:
04/04/202531
City of California City
Draft C
04/04/202532
City of California City
Draft C
1 2 3 4
Population 3,373 3,174 3,142 3,234
Deviation 142 -57 -89 3
Deviation % 4.4% -1.8% -2.8% 0.1%
Other 1,462 1,210 1,278 1,511
Other % 43.3% 38.1% 40.7% 46.7%
Latino 1,134 1,122 977 990
Latino % 33.6% 35.3% 31.1% 30.6%
Asian 83 85 105 76
Asian % 2.5% 2.7% 3.3% 2.4%
Black 694 757 782 657
Black % 20.6% 23.9% 24.9% 20.3%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,185 1,936 2,185 2,834
Other CVAP 995 794 1,158 1,207
Other CVAP % 45.5% 41.0% 53.0% 42.6%
Latino CVAP 677 663 570 650
Latino CVAP % 31.0% 34.2% 26.1% 22.9%
Asian CVAP 10 65 45 4
Asian CVAP % 0.5% 3.4% 2.1% 0.1%
Black CVAP 503 414 412 973
Black CVAP % 23.0% 21.4% 18.9% 34.3%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
04/04/202533
City of California City
Draft C
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,373 142 4.4% 1,462 43.3% 1,134 33.6% 83 2.5% 694 20.6% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,185 995 45.5% 677 31.0% 10 0.5% 503 23.0%
04/04/202534
City of California City
Draft C
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,174 -57 -1.8% 1,210 38.1% 1,122 35.3% 85 2.7% 757 23.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 1,936 794 41.0% 663 34.2% 65 3.4% 414 21.4%
04/04/202535
City of California City
Draft C
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,142 -89 -2.8% 1,278 40.7% 977 31.1% 105 3.3% 782 24.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,185 1,158 53.0% 570 26.1% 45 2.1% 412 18.9%
04/04/202536
City of California City
Draft C
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,234 3 0.1% 1,511 46.7% 990 30.6% 76 2.4% 657 20.3%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,834 1,207 42.6% 650 22.9% 4 0.1% 973 34.3%
04/04/202537
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
04/04/202538
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
1 2 3 4
Population 3,174 3,135 3,268 3,346
Deviation -57 -96 37 115
Deviation % -1.8% -3.0% 1.1% 3.6%
Other 1,210 1,287 1,432 1,532
Other % 38.1% 41.1% 43.8% 45.8%
Latino 1,122 919 1,088 1,094
Latino % 35.3% 29.3% 33.3% 32.7%
Asian 85 97 72 95
Asian % 2.7% 3.1% 2.2% 2.8%
Black 757 832 676 625
Black % 23.9% 26.5% 20.7% 18.7%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 1,936 2,206 2,135 2,863
Other CVAP 794 1,186 975 1,199
Other CVAP % 41.0% 53.8% 45.7% 41.9%
Latino CVAP 663 552 661 684
Latino CVAP % 34.2% 25.0% 31.0% 23.9%
Asian CVAP 65 38 16 5
Asian CVAP % 3.4% 1.7% 0.7% 0.2%
Black CVAP 414 430 483 975
Black CVAP % 21.4% 19.5% 22.6% 34.1%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
04/04/202539
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,174 -57 -1.8% 1,210 38.1% 1,122 35.3% 85 2.7% 757 23.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 1,936 794 41.0% 663 34.2% 65 3.4% 414 21.4%
04/04/202540
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,135 -96 -3.0% 1,287 41.1% 919 29.3% 97 3.1% 832 26.5% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,206 1,186 53.8% 552 25.0% 38 1.7% 430 19.5%
04/04/202541
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,268 37 1.1% 1,432 43.8% 1,088 33.3% 72 2.2% 676 20.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,135 975 45.7% 661 31.0% 16 0.7% 483 22.6%
04/04/202542
City of California City
Draft B with ID 289684
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,346 115 3.6% 1,532 45.8% 1,094 32.7% 95 2.8% 625 18.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,863 1,199 41.9% 684 23.9% 5 0.2% 975 34.1%
04/04/202543
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
04/04/202544
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
1 2 3 4
Population 3,149 3,252 3,137 3,385
Deviation -82 21 -94 154
Deviation % -2.5% 0.6% -2.9% 4.8%
Other 1,396 1,466 1,315 1,284
Other % 44.3% 45.1% 41.9% 37.9%
Latino 952 1,089 1,078 1,104
Latino % 30.2% 33.5% 34.4% 32.6%
Asian 82 107 75 85
Asian % 2.6% 3.3% 2.4% 2.5%
Black 719 590 669 912
Black % 22.8% 18.1% 21.3% 26.9%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,676 2,445 1,723 2,296
Other CVAP 1,079 1,146 844 1,085
Other CVAP % 40.3% 46.9% 49.0% 47.3%
Latino CVAP 627 743 464 726
Latino CVAP % 23.4% 30.4% 26.9% 31.6%
Asian CVAP 3 31 28 62
Asian CVAP % 0.1% 1.3% 1.6% 2.7%
Black CVAP 967 525 387 423
Black CVAP % 36.1% 21.5% 22.5% 18.4%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
04/04/202545
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,149 -82 -2.5% 1,396 44.3% 952 30.2% 82 2.6% 719 22.8% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,676 1,079 40.3% 627 23.4% 3 0.1% 967 36.1%
04/04/202546
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,252 21 0.6% 1,466 45.1% 1,089 33.5% 107 3.3% 590 18.1% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,445 1,146 46.9% 743 30.4% 31 1.3% 525 21.5%
04/04/202547
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,137 -94 -2.9% 1,315 41.9% 1,078 34.4% 75 2.4% 669 21.3% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 1,723 844 49.0% 464 26.9% 28 1.6% 387 22.5%
04/04/202548
City of California City
Draft A with ID 289096 overlay
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,385 154 4.8% 1,284 37.9% 1,104 32.6% 85 2.5% 912 26.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,296 1,085 47.3% 726 31.6% 62 2.7% 423 18.4%
04/04/202549
City of California City
ID 289578
04/04/202550
City of California City
ID 289578
1 2 3 4
Population 3,407 3,237 3,147 3,132
Deviation 176 6 -84 -99
Deviation % 5.4% 0.2% -2.6% -3.1%
Other 1,516 1,297 1,381 1,267
Other % 44.5% 40.1% 43.9% 40.5%
Latino 1,133 1,068 1,016 1,006
Latino % 33.3% 33.0% 32.3% 32.1%
Asian 81 105 91 72
Asian % 2.4% 3.2% 2.9% 2.3%
Black 677 767 659 787
Black % 19.9% 23.7% 20.9% 25.1%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,679 2,110 2,241 2,110
Other CVAP 1,169 1,075 1,089 821
Other CVAP % 43.6% 50.9% 48.6% 38.9%
Latino CVAP 608 574 697 681
Latino CVAP % 22.7% 27.2% 31.1% 32.3%
Asian CVAP 11 41 42 30
Asian CVAP % 0.4% 1.9% 1.9% 1.4%
Black CVAP 891 420 413 578
Black CVAP % 33.3% 19.9% 18.4% 27.4%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
04/04/202551
City of California City
ID 289578
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,407 176 5.4% 1,516 44.5% 1,133 33.3% 81 2.4% 677 19.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,679 1,169 43.6% 608 22.7% 11 0.4% 891 33.3%
04/04/202552
City of California City
ID 289578
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,237 6 0.2% 1,297 40.1% 1,068 33.0% 105 3.2% 767 23.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,110 1,075 50.9% 574 27.2% 41 1.9% 420 19.9%
04/04/202553
City of California City
ID 289578
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,147 -84 -2.6% 1,381 43.9% 1,016 32.3% 91 2.9% 659 20.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,241 1,089 48.6% 697 31.1% 42 1.9% 413 18.4%
04/04/202554
City of California City
ID 289578
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,132 -99 -3.1% 1,267 40.5% 1,006 32.1% 72 2.3% 787 25.1% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,110 821 38.9% 681 32.3% 30 1.4% 578 27.4%
04/04/202555
City of California City
ID 289575
04/04/202556
City of California City
ID 289575
1 2 3 4
Population 3,297 3,319 3,189 3,118
Deviation 66 88 -42 -113
Deviation % 2.0% 2.7% -1.3% -3.5%
Other 1,201 1,480 1,408 1,372
Other % 36.4% 44.6% 44.2% 44.0%
Latino 1,147 948 1,037 1,091
Latino % 34.8% 28.6% 32.5% 35.0%
Asian 81 104 93 71
Asian % 2.5% 3.1% 2.9% 2.3%
Black 868 787 651 584
Black % 26.3% 23.7% 20.4% 18.7%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,023 2,402 2,355 2,360
Other CVAP 877 1,250 977 1,050
Other CVAP % 43.4% 52.0% 41.5% 44.5%
Latino CVAP 655 613 707 585
Latino CVAP % 32.4% 25.5% 30.0% 24.8%
Asian CVAP 51 19 22 32
Asian CVAP % 2.5% 0.8% 0.9% 1.4%
Black CVAP 440 520 649 693
Black CVAP % 21.7% 21.6% 27.6% 29.4%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
04/04/202557
City of California City
ID 289575
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,297 66 2.0% 1,201 36.4% 1,147 34.8% 81 2.5% 868 26.3% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,023 877 43.4% 655 32.4% 51 2.5% 440 21.7%
04/04/202558
City of California City
ID 289575
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,319 88 2.7% 1,480 44.6% 948 28.6% 104 3.1% 787 23.7%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,402 1,250 52.0% 613 25.5% 19 0.8% 520 21.6%
04/04/202559
City of California City
ID 289575
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,189 -42 -1.3% 1,408 44.2% 1,037 32.5% 93 2.9% 651 20.4% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,355 977 41.5% 707 30.0% 22 0.9% 649 27.6%
04/04/202560
City of California City
ID 289575
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,118 -113 -3.5% 1,372 44.0% 1,091 35.0% 71 2.3% 584 18.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,360 1,050 44.5% 585 24.8% 32 1.4% 693 29.4%
04/04/202561
City of California City
ID 289096
04/04/202562
City of California City
ID 289096
1 2 3 4
Population 3,229 3,221 3,237 3,236
Deviation -2 -10 6 5
Deviation % -0.1% -0.3% 0.2% 0.2%
Other 1,426 1,434 1,382 1,219
Other % 44.2% 44.5% 42.7% 37.7%
Latino 987 1,094 1,082 1,060
Latino % 30.6% 34.0% 33.4% 32.8%
Asian 83 106 76 84
Asian % 2.6% 3.3% 2.3% 2.6%
Black 733 587 697 873
Black % 22.7% 18.2% 21.5% 27.0%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,739 2,422 1,793 2,186
Other CVAP 1,107 1,107 910 1,030
Other CVAP % 40.4% 45.7% 50.8% 47.1%
Latino CVAP 649 741 472 698
Latino CVAP % 23.7% 30.6% 26.3% 31.9%
Asian CVAP 3 30 29 62
Asian CVAP % 0.1% 1.2% 1.6% 2.8%
Black CVAP 980 544 382 396
Black CVAP % 35.8% 22.5% 21.3% 18.1%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
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City of California City
ID 289096
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,229 -2 -0.1% 1,426 44.2% 987 30.6% 83 2.6% 733 22.7%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,739 1,107 40.4% 649 23.7% 3 0.1% 980 35.8%
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City of California City
ID 289096
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,221 -10 -0.3% 1,434 44.5% 1,094 34.0% 106 3.3% 587 18.2% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,422 1,107 45.7% 741 30.6% 30 1.2% 544 22.5%
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City of California City
ID 289096
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,237 6 0.2% 1,382 42.7% 1,082 33.4% 76 2.3% 697 21.5%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 1,793 910 50.8% 472 26.3% 29 1.6% 382 21.3%
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City of California City
ID 289096
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,236 5 0.2% 1,219 37.7% 1,060 32.8% 84 2.6% 873 27.0%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,186 1,030 47.1% 698 31.9% 62 2.8% 396 18.1%
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City of California City
ID 289684
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City of California City
ID 289684
1 2 3 4
Population 3,174 3,135 3,268 3,346
Deviation -57 -96 37 115
Deviation % -1.8% -3.0% 1.1% 3.6%
Other 1,210 1,287 1,432 1,532
Other % 38.1% 41.1% 43.8% 45.8%
Latino 1,122 919 1,088 1,094
Latino % 35.3% 29.3% 33.3% 32.7%
Asian 85 97 72 95
Asian % 2.7% 3.1% 2.2% 2.8%
Black 757 832 676 625
Black % 23.9% 26.5% 20.7% 18.7%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 1,936 2,206 2,135 2,863
Other CVAP 794 1,186 975 1,199
Other CVAP % 41.0% 53.8% 45.7% 41.9%
Latino CVAP 663 552 661 684
Latino CVAP % 34.2% 25.0% 31.0% 23.9%
Asian CVAP 65 38 16 5
Asian CVAP % 3.4% 1.7% 0.7% 0.2%
Black CVAP 414 430 483 975
Black CVAP % 21.4% 19.5% 22.6% 34.1%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
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City of California City
ID 289684
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,174 -57 -1.8% 1,210 38.1% 1,122 35.3% 85 2.7% 757 23.9% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 1,936 794 41.0% 663 34.2% 65 3.4% 414 21.4%
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City of California City
ID 289684
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,135 -96 -3.0% 1,287 41.1% 919 29.3% 97 3.1% 832 26.5% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,206 1,186 53.8% 552 25.0% 38 1.7% 430 19.5%
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City of California City
ID 289684
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,268 37 1.1% 1,432 43.8% 1,088 33.3% 72 2.2% 676 20.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,135 975 45.7% 661 31.0% 16 0.7% 483 22.6%
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City of California City
ID 289684
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,346 115 3.6% 1,532 45.8% 1,094 32.7% 95 2.8% 625 18.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,863 1,199 41.9% 684 23.9% 5 0.2% 975 34.1%
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City of California City
ID 292636
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ID 292636
1 2 3 4
Population 3,221 3,319 3,243 3,140
Deviation -10 88 12 -91
Deviation % -0.3% 2.7% 0.4% -2.8%
Other 1,152 1,480 1,389 1,440
Other % 35.8% 44.6% 42.8% 45.9%
Latino 1,107 948 1,117 1,051
Latino % 34.4% 28.6% 34.4% 33.5%
Asian 86 104 83 76
Asian % 2.7% 3.1% 2.6% 2.4%
Black 876 787 654 573
Black % 27.2% 23.7% 20.2% 18.2%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,042 2,402 2,221 2,475
Other CVAP 848 1,250 927 1,129
Other CVAP % 41.5% 52.0% 41.7% 45.6%
Latino CVAP 695 613 704 548
Latino CVAP % 34.0% 25.5% 31.7% 22.1%
Asian CVAP 73 19 22 10
Asian CVAP % 3.6% 0.8% 1.0% 0.4%
Black CVAP 426 520 568 788
Black CVAP % 20.9% 21.6% 25.6% 31.8%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
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City of California City
ID 292636
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,221 -10 -0.3% 1,152 35.8% 1,107 34.4% 86 2.7% 876 27.2% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,042 848 41.5% 695 34.0% 73 3.6% 426 20.9%
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City of California City
ID 292636
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,319 88 2.7% 1,480 44.6% 948 28.6% 104 3.1% 787 23.7%
Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,402 1,250 52.0% 613 25.5% 19 0.8% 520 21.6%
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City of California City
ID 292636
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,243 12 0.4% 1,389 42.8% 1,117 34.4% 83 2.6% 654 20.2% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,221 927 41.7% 704 31.7% 22 1.0% 568 25.6%
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City of California City
ID 292636
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,140 -91 -2.8% 1,440 45.9% 1,051 33.5% 76 2.4% 573 18.2% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,475 1,129 45.6% 548 22.1% 10 0.4% 788 31.8%
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City of California City
ID 292639
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City of California City
ID 292639
1 2 3 4
Population 3,253 3,243 3,291 3,136
Deviation 22 12 60 -95
Deviation % 0.7% 0.4% 1.9% -2.9%
Other 1,205 1,493 1,392 1,371
Other % 37.0% 46.0% 42.3% 43.7%
Latino 1,112 1,007 1,129 975
Latino % 34.2% 31.1% 34.3% 31.1%
Asian 88 73 91 97
Asian % 2.7% 2.3% 2.8% 3.1%
Black 848 670 679 693
Black % 26.1% 20.7% 20.6% 22.1%
2020 Census
1 2 3 4
Total CVAP 2,078 2,727 2,211 2,124
Other CVAP 907 1,180 921 1,146
Other CVAP % 43.6% 43.3% 41.7% 54.0%
Latino CVAP 694 670 689 507
Latino CVAP % 33.4% 24.6% 31.2% 23.9%
Asian CVAP 76 4 22 22
Asian CVAP % 3.7% 0.1% 1.0% 1.0%
Black CVAP 401 873 579 449
Black CVAP % 19.3% 32.0% 26.2% 21.1%
Citizen Voting Age Population (CVAP)
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City of California City
ID 292639
District 1
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,253 22 0.7% 1,205 37.0% 1,112 34.2% 88 2.7% 848 26.1% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,078 907 43.6% 694 33.4% 76 3.7% 401 19.3%
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City of California City
ID 292639
District 2
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,243 12 0.4% 1,493 46.0% 1,007 31.1% 73 2.3% 670 20.7% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,727 1,180 43.3% 670 24.6% 4 0.1% 873 32.0%
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ID 292639
District 3
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,291 60 1.9% 1,392 42.3% 1,129 34.3% 91 2.8% 679 20.6% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,211 921 41.7% 689 31.2% 22 1.0% 579 26.2%
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City of California City
ID 292639
District 4
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
2020 Census
Other % Latino % Asian % Black %
Citizen Voting Age Population
Population Deviation Deviation % Other Other % Latino Latino % Asian Asian % Black Black % 3,136 -95 -2.9% 1,371 43.7% 975 31.1% 97 3.1% 693 22.1% Total CVAP Other CVAP Other CVAP % Latino CVAP Latino CVAP % Asian CVAP Asian CVAP % Black CVAP Black CVAP % 2,124 1,146 54.0% 507 23.9% 22 1.0% 449 21.1%
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Victor Ponto, City Attorney
Karin Schambeck, Deputy City Attorney
SUBJECT: An Ordinance of the City of California City Amending Article 24.5 (Residential Tiny and Small Homes Overlay Zone) of Chapter 2 (Zoning) of Title 9 (Land Use and Development) of the City of California City Municipal Code (First Reading and Introduction)
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
Previously, the Mayor and City Council directed the City Attorney to modify the municipal code to expand the garage size to 1,000 SF for tiny and small homes in California City. The City Attorney’s Office has developed the draft ordinance and it is attached for reference.
Section 9-2.2455. Site and Structure Requirements has been modified to include the following:
Garages shall be no larger than one thousand (1,000) S.F. when constructed on a lot where the primary building is a Tiny Home or Small Home.
The modified ordinance is attached for a more complete reference.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Ordinance No. 25-8 Amending Article
24.5 (Residential Tiny and Small Homes Overlay Zone) of Chapter 2 (Zoning) of Title 9 (Land Use and Development) of the City of California City Municipal Code. (First Reading and Introduction).
Attachment
1. Draft ordinance
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- Code of Ordinances
TITLE 9 - LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT
CHAPTER 2. - ZONING
ARTICLE 24.5. RESIDENTIAL TINY AND SMALL HOMES OVERLAY ZONE ARTICLE 24.5. RESIDENTIAL TINY AND SMALL HOMES OVERLAY ZONE Sec. 9-2.2450. Purpose.
The Residential Tiny and Small Homes (R-THO) Overlay Zone District is established to provide housing options in specified tracts within the City by permitting homes smaller in size than the current City minimum square footage of one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet of living area, and shall be used for independent living quarters, designed as a permanent, year-round residence. ( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
Sec. 9-2.2451. Location.
The Residential Tiny and Small Homes Overlay Zone shall include City Tract Numbers 2898, 2812 (only if no homes currently on the tract), 3151, 3198, 2223, 2630 and 2404. ( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
Sec. 9-2.2452. Applicability of the R-THO Overlay Zoning District.
The provisions of this Article 24.5 apply to proposed land uses and development in addition to all other applicable requirements of this Zoning Code. If there is a conflict between the provisions of this Article and any other provision of this Zoning Code the specific provisions of this Article shall take precedence and control. (a) Mapping of overlay district. The applicability of this overlay zoning district to a specific site shall be shown on the City Zoning Map.
(b) Allowed land uses, permit requirements, development standards. Except as may be otherwise provided by this Article:
(1) Any land use normally allowed in the primary zoning district by Title 9, Chapter 2 may be allowed within this overlay district, subject to any additional requirements of this overlay district; (2) Development within the R-THO overlay district shall obtain the zoning approvals required by Title 9, Chapter 2 for the primary zoning district; and
(3) Development within this overlay district shall comply with all applicable development standards of the primary zoning district, all other applicable provisions of this Zoning Code, and the City's Design Guidelines for Small Homes.
(4) Small Homes and Tiny Homes shall substantially conform to the approved Small and Tiny Homes Design Guidelines, as amended from time to time.
( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
Sec. 9-2.2453. Permitted Uses.
(a) Tiny Home between 200 sq. ft to 500 sq. ft.
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(b) Smaller Home between 500 sq. ft. to 1,200 sq. ft.
(c) All uses permitted in the underlying zone.
( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
Sec. 9-2.2454. Conditional Uses.
(a) All conditional uses permitted in the underlying zone. (b) Swimming Pools.
(c) Community and recreation centers.
(d) Parks.
(e) Garages, Covered Parking Structures, and Accessory Buildings larger than four hundred (4,000) S.F. in size. ( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020).
(e)
Sec. 9-2.2455. Site and Structure Requirements.
(a) The minimum lot area in the R-THO District is six thousand (6,000) square feet. (b) Setbacks shall be the same as those of the underlying residential zone. (c) Garages, Covered Parking Structures, and Accessory Buildings shall be no larger than four hundred (400) S.F. when constructed on a lot where the primary building is a Tiny Home or Small Home. (d) Garages shall be no larger than one thousand (1,000) S.F. when constructed on a lot where the primary building is a Tiny Home or Small Home.
(d)(e) Tiny Homes and Smaller Homes shall be connected to water supply source, sewer/septic, and electric utilities or solar with battery backup.
(e)(f) Tiny Homes and Smaller Homes are not required to have covered parking. (f)(g) Tiny Homes and Smaller Homes are required to have sprinklers and sufficient water supply for fire protection.
(g)(h) Mechanical equipment shall be incorporated into the structure and not located on the roof. (h)(i) Tiny Homes and Smaller Homes must comply with all applicable State and Local Codes and Regulations. (i)(j) For each dwelling unit, the occupant may keep for personal use not more than three (3) generally accepted household pets, such as dogs, cats, small caged birds, and rabbits. Such household pets shall be restrained from doing anything which may be or become an annoyance or nuisance to neighbors or to the neighborhood. No raising, breeding, boarding or kenneling of dogs, cats, small caged birds, or rabbits is permitted. Fish may be kept in aquariums without numerical limit. No bird cage or aviary shall be located outside the structures and within twenty (20) ft. from lot lines or within one hundred (100) feet of a place where food products are stored, manufactured or consumed by the public. (j)(k) All Small Homes must be placed on a permanent foundation and all undercarriage, foundation system, and external elements below the finished floor shall be screened or constructed with architectural elements that complement the main structure.
(k)(l) Tiny Homes shall have a minimum of four (4) of the following design features:
(1) Upgraded entry feature, such as transom or side windows around an exterior door; (2) Exterior accessories, such as permanent shutters, or fixed sunshade devices, or gutters/downspouts; Formatted: Font: Bold
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(3) Pitched roofline (4:12 pitch or steeper);
(4) Dormers;
(5) Premanufactured skylights;
(6) Built-on porch or deck;
(7) Exterior residential light sconces or downcans; or
(8) Other features as otherwise approved by the City Planner. (9) The provision of more than one (1) item within the same category of design features may be counted independently towards the overall minimum requirements (e.g., including both a sunshade and shutters).
( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
Sec. 9-2.2456. Definitions.
(a) "Tiny Home" - A residential structure between two hundred (200) to five hundred (500) square feet of living area under roof installed on a permanent foundation, intended for independent living quarters, designed as a permanent, year-round residence for one (1) household that meets these following conditions:
(1) Has at least one hundred fifty (150) square feet of first-floor interior living space; (2) Materials used as an exterior wall covering shall as set forth in the Small and Tiny Homes Design Guidelines;
(3) Windows shall be at least double pane glass and labeled for building use, and shall include exterior trim;
(4) Insulation with values of at least R19 for the walls, R38 for ceilings, and R19 (for the floors if on a raised foundation).
(b) "Small Home" - A residential structure larger than five hundred (500) square feet of living area under roof, however, less than one thousand two hundred (1,200) square feet installed on a permanent foundation, intended for independent living quarters, designed as a permanent, year-round residence for one (1) household that also meets the construction requirements set forth for Tiny Homes above. ( Ord. No. 20-779 , § 2, 8-11-2020)
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-825
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA AMENDING ARTICLE 24.5 (RESIDENTIAL TINY AND SMALL HOMES OVERLAY ZONE) OF CHAPTER 2 (ZONING) OF TITLE 9 (LAND USE
AND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, Ordinance No. 20-779, adopted on August 11, 2020, established an overlay zone for tiny and small homes (the “R-THO Overlay Zone District”) within specified tracts in California City (“City”) which was codified as Article 24.5 of the California City Municipal Code (“CCMC”); and
WHEREAS, the City desires to amend Article 24.5 to increase the garage size in the R-THO Overlay Zone to a maximum of 1,000 square feet.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY DOES HEREBY ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. RECITALS.
The City Council of the City of California City finds and declares that the Recitals set forth above are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
SECTION 2. AMENDMENT OF ARTICLE 24.5 (RESIDENTIAL TINY AND SMALL HOMES OVERLAY ZONE) OF CHAPTER 2 (ZONING) OF TITLE 9 (LAND USE AND DEVELOPMENT) OF THE CALIFORNIA CITY MUNICIPAL CODE.
Article 24.5 of the City of California City Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows in Exhibit A with deletions marked in strikethrough and additions in underline.
SECTION 3. CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT.
The Ordinance is not subject to the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines, California Code of Regulations, Title 14, Chapter 3, Section 15061(b)(3) as the adoption of the ordinance will have no reasonable possibility that the project will have a significant effect on the environment. No further environmental review is necessary.
SECTION 4. SEVERABILITY.
If any chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional by the decision of any court of competent jurisdiction, such decision will not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance. The City Council hereby declares that it would have adopted this ordinance, and each Chapter, subsection, subdivision, sentence, clause, phrase, or 04/04/202590
portion thereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more Sections, subsections, subdivisions, sentences, clauses, phrases, or portions thereof be declared invalid or unconstitutional.
SECTION 5. EFFECTIVE DATE.
This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its passage by the City Council.
SECTION 6. CITY CLERK ACTION.
The City Clerk is authorized and directed to cause this Ordinance to be published within fifteen (15) days after its passage in a newspaper of general circulation and circulated within the City in accordance with Government Code Chapter 36933(a) or, to cause this Ordinance to be published in the manner required by law using the alternative summary and posting procedure authorized under Government Code Chapter 39633(c).
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of California City on the 8th day of April, 2025.
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Marquette Hawkins, Mayor
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_________________________________ ______________________________________ Victor M. Ponto, City Attorney Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk 04/04/202591
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN )
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY)
I, Leanndrea Weible, City Clerk of the City of California City, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance No. 25-825, was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of California City held on the 8th day of APRIL, 2025, and was passed by the City Council of the City of California City at a regular meeting held on the 8th day of April, 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
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Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk
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MINUTES
CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 25, 2025 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS & VIA ZOOM
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Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR
Michael Kulikoff
MAYOR PRO TEM
Jesse Hightower
Michael Hurles
Ronald Smith
COUNCIL MEMBERS
Christopher Lopez
CITY MANAGER
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Hightower, Hurles, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Kulikoff, Mayor Hawkins ADOPT THE AGENDA-Councilmember Hurles motioned to adopt the agenda/2nd by Councilmember Smith
PUBLIC COMMENT
Members of the public are welcome to address the City Council ONLY on those items listed on the Closed Session agenda. Each member of the public will be given (3) three minutes to speakNONE
CLOSED SESSION
CS 1. PUBLIC EMPLOYEE DISCIPLINE/DISMISSAL/RELEASE – Gov. Code § 54957(b)(1)
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
Council was given no further reportable action.
CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00PM
CALL TO ORDER 5:00pm
PLEDGE OF ALLIGENCE / INNVOCATION- Pastor Moore gave invocation
ROLL CALL
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DEPARTMENTAL REPORTS
FIRE
PD / ANIMAL CONTROL
PLANNING
CANNABIS
TREASURER REPORT
FINANCECITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
Correspondence received from JM POWERS dated:
• February 14, 2025- Reasons Cal City Budgets are Repeatedly Very Late • February 15, 2025- Council’s Direction of Emergency Spending Limitations has NOT Been Effective.
• February 16, 2025- Scaling City Downsizing to Meet Realistic Revenue Expectations
CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
Safe Haven to host a mobile medical and dental event March 1, 2025
PRESENTATIONS
- Certificate of Recognition(s) Brought and Presented By: MAYOR HAWKINS - Welcome New City Manager-Christopher Lopez
PUBLIC HEARING
PH 1. FIRST PUBLIC HEARING TO RECEIVE INPUT ON COMPOSITION OF DISTRICTS AND NUMBER
OF DISTRICTS FOR DISTRICT BASED COUNCIL ELECTIONS
1. Open Public Hearing
2. Staff Report: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
3. Public Comment
4. Close Public Hearing
5. Discussion
6. Recommended Action: It is recommended that the City Council consider:
(A) Conduct the first public hearing to receive community input and provide input to staff regarding the composition of voting districts and number of districts. (B) Alternatively, discuss and take other action related to this item.
TYPE OF ACTION (LEGISLATIVE; QUASI-JUDICIAL; OR ADVISORY) Legislative Action: The recommended action is to take community input and provide input to staff regarding the composition of voting districts and number of districts. The City Council therefore acts in its discretionary legislative capacity.
Paul Mitchell with Redistricting Partners presented Districting 101 City Manager to put information on the website with an area specific to District Voting and update information regularly.
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PRPOSED DISTRICTING SCHEDULE
• 2/28/2025-PUBLIC HEARING # 1(Pre-Map)
• 3/11/2025-PUBLIC HEARING # 2(Pre-Map)
• 3/25/2025-PUBLIC HEARING # 3(Post Map)
• 4/8/2025-PUBLIC HEARING # 4(Post Map)
• POTENTIAL Final Public Hearing # 5 (FINAL VOTE)
PUBLIC COMMENT
This portion of the meeting is reserved for the public to address the City Council on any matter NOT on this agenda and over which the City Council has jurisdiction. Please state your name for the record and limit your comments to (3) three minutes. The City Council will receive the comments but cannot engage in back-and- forth discussion with the public or make any decision. The City Council can direct staff to bring the item back to a future agenda for discussion.
CONSENT CALENDAR
WAIVER OF FULL READING OF RESOLUTIONS AND ORDINANCES
Consideration to waive full-text reading of all Resolutions and Ordinances by single motion made at the start of each meeting, subject to the ability of the City Council / Agency to read the full text of selected resolutions and ordinances when the item is addressed by subsequent motion. All items on the consent calendar are considered routine, and non-controversial and will be approved by (1) one motion if no member of the council, staff, or public wishes to comment or ask questions. Public comments are to be limited to (3) three minutes. Roll call vote required.
CC 1. Approve City Check Register dated 02/07/2025-02/20/2025 CC 2. Approve MINUTES from 12/9/2025 Council Meeting
CC 3. RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE MUNICIPAL ELECTION HELD ON NOVEMBER 5, 2024; DECLARING THE RESULTS THEREOF AND SUCH OTHER MATTER AS PROVIDED BY LAW CC 4. Resolutions to authorize and to enter into setup and administration agreements with the Department of Fee and Tax Administration (CDTFA) and to examine sales and use tax records from the CDFTA and authorize all actions as needed to adopt and implement the Transaction and Use Tax Councilmember Smith asked if the checks that they are approving on the check register are checks that are already sent and the check register is being approved as acknowledgement of what was paid.
Finance indicated that the only payments that go out as pre-issued are payments that are sent ACH for Credit Card and Utility payments.
COUNCILMEMBER HIGHTOWER MOTIONED TO APPROVE CC 1 / 2ND BY MAYOR PRO TEM KULIKOFF VOTE 4-1
AYES: COUNCILMEMNER(S) HIGHTOWER, HURLES, MAYOR PRO TEM KULIKOFF, MAYOR HAWKINS NOES: COUNCILMEMBER SMITH
COUNCILMEMEBER SMITH MOTIONED TO APPROVE CC 2, CC 3 and CC 4/ 2ND BY COUNCILMEMBER 04/04/2025 110
HIGHTOWER
VOTE 5-0
AYES: Councilmember(s) HIGHTOWER, HURLES, SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM KULIKOFF, MAYOR
HAWKINS
NOES: NONE
CITY MANAGER REPORT
NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. STAFF REPORT: CHRISTOPHER LOPEZ- CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: Discussion and Direction regarding the City’s Budget shortfall and the loss of revenue associated with Measure C
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends the City Council discuss and provide direction on the abovementioned items to ensure that service levels can be maintained for the community of California City.
24/25 Budget-Councilmember Hurles suggested a Hiring Freeze on other than Police and Fire Councilmember Smith suggested we continue within the Emergency Spending 25/26Budget- Councilmember Hurles requested a proposed budget that will reflect COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, AGENDA REQUESTS, AND AB1234 REPORTS This portion of the meeting is reserved for councilmembers to present information, announcements, and items that have come to their attention. The Brown Act precludes Council, staff, or public discussion. Short staff responses are appropriate. The Council will take no formal action. A Council member may request the City Clerk to calendar an item for consideration at a future meeting or refer an item to staff.
Councilmember Hurles-Wants the City to look into Solar for electricity Councilmember Smith- Wants Police Report regarding the Pill incident at the park/ wants report on any vehicle damage and the cost /report on Cannabis fines that have not been collected/City Hall Hours evaluated/ Report on Diamond IT and the contract/Wants a report on the City’s adherence on the Municipal Code and SDI
Mayor Hawkins- POS for electric charging station - Look into Water Revenue ADJOURNMENT: 9:04pm / Councilmember Smith Motioned to Adjourn/Councilmember Hurles 2nd the Motion
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk for the City of California City, California, DO HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing notice was posted on all official City bulletin boards and the City’s website at least 72 hours prior to the meeting in compliance with the provisions of the Brown Act. February 21, 2025 04/04/2025 111
CC 3
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 08, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager
SUBJECT: Aspen Mall Lighting and Landscape Intent Meeting BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
Attached are the Fiscal Year 25-26 Engineer’s Annual Levy Report and three (3) resolutions that allow the City of California City to levy and collect assessments for the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District. This also sets the date for a public hearing to be held on May 13, 2025.
This is an annual requirement that pays for the parking lot lighting and landscape maintenance at Aspen Mall. The fund is budgeted to earn $31,600 annually and pays for the common area line, water, and landscaping wall.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Proceeds from the FY25/26 AMMADA Assessments to Fund 71-3445 totaling $31,600.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the Council adopt the resolutions as presented.
ATTACHMENTS:
FY25-26 Engineer’s Annual Levy Report
Resolution No. 04-25-xxxx
Resolution No. 04-25-xxxx
Resolution No. 04-25-xxxx
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27368 Via Industria
Suite 200
Temecula, CA 92590
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www.willdan.com
City of California City
Aspen Mall Landscaping and
Lighting District
2025/2026 ENGINEER’S ANNUAL LEVY REPORT
Intent Meeting: April 8, 2025
Public Hearing: May 13, 2025
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ENGINEER'S REPORT AFFIDAVIT
for
Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District
City of California City
Kern County, State of California
This Report and the enclosed diagrams showing the exterior boundaries of the District; and any relevant zones therein identify the District Boundaries as they existed at the time of the passage of the Resolution of Intention. Reference is hereby made to the Kern County Assessor’s maps for a detailed description of the lines and dimensions of parcels within the District. The undersigned respectfully submits the enclosed Report as directed by the City Council.
Dated this ____________ day of ______________, 2025.
Willdan Financial Services
Assessment Engineer
On Behalf of the City of California City
By: ________________________
Chonney Gano, Project Manager
District Administration Services
By: ________________________________
Tyrone Peter
P. E. # C 81888
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TABLE OF CONTENTS
____________________________________________________________________ I. OVERVIEW.......................................................................................................................1 A. INTRODUCTION ..........................................................................................................1 B. COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION ............................................1 C. DESCRIPTION OF THE DISTRICT AND SERVICES..............................................2 D. AUTHORIZED IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES (PURSUANT TO THE 1972 ACT) ......................................................................................................................................3 II. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT..................................................................................4 III. DISTRICT BUDGET .........................................................................................................9 APPENDIX A — DISTRICT ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM ...................................................10 APPENDIX B — 2025/2026 COLLECTION ROLL ............................................................13 _____________________________________________________________________ 04/04/2025 115
I. OVERVIEW
A. INTRODUCTION
The City of California City (“City”) annually levies and collects special assessments in order to maintain the improvements within the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District (“District”), pursuant to the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2 of Division 15 of the Streets and Highways Code (“1972 Act”). The District was formed in 1995 and provides funding for services required to maintain landscaping and lighting improvements and associated appurtenances located within the District boundaries.
This Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (“Report”) describes the District, any changes to the District and the proposed assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. The proposed assessments are based on the estimated cost to maintain the improvements that provide a special benefit to properties within the District. The District budget identifies the estimated expenditures, deficits, surpluses, revenues, and fund balances used to calculate the annual assessment for properties within the District. Each parcel within the District is assessed proportionately for those improvements provided by the District from which the parcel receives special benefit.
The word “parcel,” for the purposes of this Report, refers to an individual property assigned its own Assessor’s Parcel Number (“APN”) by the Kern County Assessor’s Office. The Kern County Auditor/Controller uses APNs and specific Fund Numbers, to identify on the tax roll, properties assessed for special district benefit assessments.
Following consideration of public comments and written protests at a Public Hearing, the City Council (“Council”) shall review the Report and may order amendments to the Report or confirm the Report as submitted. Following final approval of the Report, and confirmation of the assessments, the Council may order the levy and collection of assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 pursuant to the 1972 Act and as outlined in the approved Report. In such case, the assessment information will be submitted to the County Auditor/Controller and included on the property tax roll for each parcel in Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
B. COMPLIANCE WITH CALIFORNIA CONSTITUTION
On November 5, 1996, California voters approved Proposition 218, which established specific, substantive and procedural requirements for assessments.
These provisions are now defined in the California State Constitution under Article XIIID, Section 4 (“Article XIIID”).
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on July 1, 1997, property owner ballots returned were tabulated. The tabulation of the ballots indicated that the property owners approved the special benefit assessment for maintaining the improvements within the District. Although the actual assessment amount approved by each property owner varied with their proportionate benefits, the assessment amount approved by the property owners within the District is based on a maximum assessment rate of $4,652.28 per Benefit Unit Factor (see Section II, Method of Apportionment, for details).
C. DESCRIPTION OF THE DISTRICT AND SERVICES
In an effort to enhance and improve the properties, business opportunities and the appearance of the area known as the Aspen Mall, the City’s Redevelopment Agency provided funds for the renovation and capital improvement of the parking lot and landscaped areas related to this commercial business center. In conjunction with this renovation, the District was formed to provide for and ensure the continued maintenance of the improvements after the initial installation and renovation was completed.
The District provides for the maintenance, servicing, operation and administration of landscape and lighting improvements and associated appurtenances located within the public right-of-way and dedicated easements within the District boundaries. Improvements may include but are not limited to: turf, ground cover, shrubs, trees, drainage systems, irrigation systems, lighting, hardscape and associated appurtenances within the public right-of-ways and specific easements.
These improvements include necessary service, operation, administration and maintenance required to keep the above-mentioned improvements in satisfactory condition.
Services provided include operations, administration and maintenance, including necessary labor, material and equipment. These services may include but are not limited to: repair, removal or replacement of all or any part of the improvements; removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris and other solid waste; cleaning, sandblasting and painting of walls and other improvements to remove or cover graffiti; and providing for the growth, health and beauty of landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing or treating for disease or damage.
The District consists of the parcels located within the area known as the Aspen Mall, located south of California City Boulevard, north of Bay Avenue, west of 82nd Street and east of Neuralia Road.
The parcels within the District are assessed proportionately for the costs associated with the improvements and services provided through the District that provides a special benefit to each parcel assessed, utilizing the method of apportionment described in Section II of this Report.
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D. AUTHORIZED IMPROVEMENTS AND SERVICES (PURSUANT TO THE 1972 ACT)
As applicable or may be applicable to this proposed District, the 1972 Act defines improvements to mean one or any combination of the following:
• The installation or planting of landscaping.
• The installation or construction of statuary, fountains, and other ornamental structures and facilities.
• The installation or construction of public lighting facilities. • The installation or construction of any facilities which are appurtenant to any of the foregoing or which are necessary or convenient for the maintenance or servicing thereof, including, but not limited to, grading, clearing, removal of debris, the installation or construction of curbs, gutters, walls, sidewalks, or paving, or water, irrigation, drainage, or electrical facilities.
• The maintenance or servicing, or both, of any of the foregoing. • The acquisition of any existing improvement otherwise authorized pursuant to this section.
Incidental expenses associated with the improvements including, but not limited to:
• The cost of preparation of the report, including plans, specifications, estimates, diagram, and assessment;
• The costs of printing, advertising, and the publishing, posting and mailing of notices;
• Compensation payable to the County for collection of assessments; • Compensation of any engineer or attorney employed to render services; • Any other expenses incidental to the construction, installation, or maintenance and servicing of the improvements;
• Any expenses incidental to the issuance of bonds or notes pursuant to Section 22662.5.
• Costs associated with any elections held for the approval of a new or increased assessment.
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• Providing for the life, growth, health, and beauty of landscaping, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilizing, or treating for disease or injury.
• The removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris, and other solid waste. • The cleaning, sandblasting, and painting of walls and other improvements to remove or cover graffiti.
II. METHOD OF APPORTIONMENT
Pursuant to the 1972 Act, the costs of the District may be apportioned by any formula or method that fairly distributes the net amount to be assessed among the assessable parcels in proportion to the estimated benefits to be received by each such parcel from the improvements. The benefit formula used for any District should reflect the composition of the parcels and improvements and the services provided, to fairly proportion the costs based on special benefit to each parcel.
The costs associated with the improvements are equitably spread among benefiting parcels within the District, utilizing the method of apportionment described in this Section. The funds collected shall be dispersed and used for only the improvements and services provided within the District.
Each parcel within the District, and the businesses associated with those properties, receive special and distinct benefits from the improvements and activities to be funded through the District assessments. Among the special benefits received by each assessed parcel are increased business opportunities, increased security, aesthetic enhancements of the area and properties and enhanced perception by patrons.
The special benefits of lighting within the District are the convenience, safety and security of property, improvements and goods. Specifically:
• Enhanced deterrence of crime and the aid to police protection. • Increased nighttime safety for patrons and employees. • Improved visibility for pedestrians and motorists.
• Improved ingress and egress to property.
• Reduced vandalism and other criminal acts and damage to improvements or property.
• Enhanced aesthetic appeal of the parking area and the properties that are associated with the parking area.
• Increased promotion of business activities and opportunities during nighttime hours.
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The special benefits associated with landscaped areas within the District are specifically:
• Improved aesthetic appeal of the parking area and nearby parcels. • Improved dust control.
• Enhanced adaptation of the urban environment within the natural environment.
• Improved traffic circulation and parking facilities.
• A positive representation of the businesses within the District.
The preceding special benefits contribute to a special enhancement and desirability of each of the assessed parcels within the District.
It has been determined that the on-going operation and maintenance of the District improvements provide no measurable general benefit to other properties outside the District or directly to the public at large. Therefore, the District improvements and the corresponding assessments have been identified as 100% special benefit to parcels within the District in compliance with the substantive requirements of Article XIIID.
The parcels assessed within the District, share in both the cost and the benefits of the improvements. A Benefit Unit Factor (“BUF”) is assigned to each parcel based upon three (3) criteria: current land use, location and associated parcel acreage.
Land Use
Each parcel is given a weighting factor known as a Development Unit Factor (“DUF”), based on the current land use of the parcel. Within the District, four (4) different land use classifications have been identified. Table I lists the four (4) land use classifications along with the DUF applied to each classification:
Table I
Parcel Land Use Classifications
Land Use Classification
Total
Parcels
Development
Unit Factor
Commercial Developed 22 1.0000
Commercial Vacant 4 0.5000
Exempt 5 0.0000
Commercial Condominium 19 0.0526
The Development Unit Factor for the nineteen commercial condominium units is based on 1.0 DUF/19 Units = 0.0526
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Each parcel is assigned a DUF based on the parcel’s current development (land use). Similar parcels are given a similar weighting factor.
Upon review of all the properties within the District boundary, it has been determined that five (5) parcels should not be assessed and are identified as “Exempt”. These five parcels (203-090-22, 203-090-23, 203-090-30, 203-090-38 and 203-420-01) are non-commercial properties, common areas or possessory interests associated with other parcels within the District. It has been determined that these parcels have little or no utilization of the parking lot and the associated District improvements and do not receive the special benefits that other properties within the District receive from the improvements.
One of the parcels identified as “Exempt” (203-420-01) is a (0.29-acre) common area associated with the nineteen (19) parcels identified as commercial condominiums. These nineteen commercial condominiums actually make up a single commercial building on the common area lot. However, when a parcel map was filed with the County, nineteen separate and distinct APNs were assigned; one for each of the original nineteen suites or units. Since the time the original APNs were assigned by the County, some of the suites (units) have been combined, but the proportional benefit to each parcel is unchanged and property owners whose office or suite encompasses more than one APN receive multiple tax bills. Therefore, the apportionment of special benefit and assessment is based on the original APNs, not the number of actual suites constructed.
Location
In addition to the Development Unit Factor assigned to each parcel for calculating a parcel’s benefit, the location of the parcel within the District has been taken into consideration. After evaluation of the District improvements by City staff, and consideration of property owner’s concerns, a Location Differential Factor (“LDF”) has been applied to parcels based on their location and proximity to the overall improvements. Those parcels that front California City Boulevard and/or the main parking lot and landscaped areas are given a Location Differential Factor of one (1.0). The other parcels are given a twenty-five percent (25%) discount or a 0.75 LDF based on their reduced direct visual benefit from the improvements.
Acreage
The final criteria used to calculate a parcel’s benefit is the size (acreage) of the parcel. It has been determined that each parcel’s overall acreage provides a fair and reasonable comparison of property benefit correlating each parcel’s current and potential development, as well as the overall use and benefit from the area of improvement.
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assessment. The following formula is used to arrive at each parcel’s benefit referred to as a Benefit Unit Factor (BUF):
Parcel’s DUF x Parcel’s LDF x Parcel’s Acreage = Parcel’s BUF Also stated as:
Development Unit Factor x Location Differential Factor x Acreage = Parcel’s BUF
The total Balance to Levy divided by the total BUF for the District is used to establish a Levy per BUF, as per the following formula:
Total Balance to Levy / Total BUF in the District = Levy per BUF The Levy per BUF multiplied by each parcel’s individual BUF represents the parcel’s levy amount (assessment). The following formula outlines the levy calculation applied to each parcel:
Parcel BUF x Levy per BUF = Parcel Levy Amount
The following table (Table II) provides sample levy calculations for various property types in the District based on the maximum assessment rate per BUF:
Table II
Sample Maximum Levy Calculations
Land Use
Classification
Development
Unit Factor
(DUF)
Location
Differential
Factor (LDF)
Parcel
Acreage
Benefit Unit
Factor (BUF)
Benefit Unit
Factor (BUF)
Maximum
Rate
Maximum
Levy Amount
Commercial Developed 1.0000 X 1.00 x 0.29 = 0.2900 0.2900 x $4,652.28 = $1,349.16 Commercial Developed 1.0000 x 0.75 x 0.29 = 0.2175 0.2175 x $4,652.28 = $1,011.88 Commercial Vacant 0.5000 x 1.00 x 0.29 = 0.1450 0.1450 x $4,652.28 = $674.58 Commercial Vacant 0.5000 x 0.75 x 0.29 = 0.1088 0.1088 x $4,652.28 = $506.18 Exempt 0.0000 x 1.00 x 0.29 = 0.0000 0.0000 x $4,652.28 = $0.00 Commercial Condominiums 0.0526 x 1.00 x 0.29 = 0.0153 0.0153 x $4,652.28 = $71.16 Pursuant to the provisions of the California Constitution Article XIIID, a maximum assessment rate of $4,652.28 per BUF was approved by the property owners through a protest ballot proceeding in Fiscal Year 1997/1998. The proposed assessment rate calculated each fiscal year is based on an estimated budget; and the proposed rate applied each year may be less than or equal to the maximum 04/04/2025 122
rate. A proposed assessment rate, greater than the maximum rate, would be considered an increased assessment and require property owner approval through protest ballot proceedings.
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III.DISTRICT BUDGET
Table III
2025/2026 District Budget
BUDGET ITEMS
TOTAL
DISTRICT
DIRECT COSTS
Water Service $3,200.00
Utilities Electricity 17,000.00
Transfers Expenses In 5,650.00
Miscellaneous Expenses 0.00
Capital Improvement Expenditures 0.00
Direct Costs (Subtotal) $25,850.00
ADMINISTRATION COSTS
District Administration $4,800.00
County Administration Fee 158.60
Administration Costs (Subtotal) $4,958.60
Total Direct and Admin. Costs $30,808.60
LEVY ADJUSTMENTS
Reserve Fund - Collection/(Transfer) $760.30
General Fund/Other Revenue Sources-
(Contribution) 0.00
Loans - Repayment/(Advances) 0.00
Levy Adjustment (Subtotal) $760.30
Balance to Levy $31,568.90
DISTRICT STATISTICS
Total Parcels 50.00
Total Parcels Levied 45.00
Total Acreage 14.12
Total Acreage Levied (1) 13.20
Total Benefit Unit Factor (BUF) (2) 6.7858
Levy Per BUF (3) $4,652.20
Approved Maximum Assessment per BUF (4) $4,652.28
FUND BALANCE INFORMATION
Beginning Reserve Fund Balance $181,000.00
Reserve Fund Collection 760.30
Estimated Ending Reserve Fund Balance $181,760.30
(1) Total Acreage levied does not include Exempt parcels. (2) Slight variance in Total Benefit Unit Factor (BUF) due to rounding. (3) Slight variance in Levy Per BUF due to rounding.
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APPENDIX A — DISTRICT ASSESSMENT DIAGRAM
The supporting Assessor’s Parcel Maps outlining the District boundaries are shown on the following pages. These maps, in connection with the Assessment Roll in Appendix B, constitute the District Assessment Diagram for Fiscal Year 2025/2026. 04/04/2025 125
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Appendix B — 2025/2026 COLLECTION ROLL
Parcel identification, for each lot or parcel within the District, shall be the parcel as shown on the County Assessor’s Map for the year in which this Report is prepared. Nonassessable lots or parcels include parcels within the boundaries of the District that currently do not benefit from the improvements and are identified as “Exempt” or “SBE”.
A listing of parcels within the District along with the assessment amount for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 is included in the following table.
Table IV
2025/2026 Assessments and Parcel Listing
APN LAND USE DUF LDF ACREAGE BUF LEVY
203-090-01-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.84 0.8400 $3,907.90 203-090-02-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-03-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-04-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-05-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-07-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-08-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-12-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-13-00 Vacant Commercial/Parking 0.5000 1.0000 0.29 0.1450 674.58 203-090-14-00 Vacant Commercial/Parking 0.5000 1.0000 0.29 0.1450 674.58 203-090-15-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.38 0.3800 1,767.86 203-090-16-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.28 0.2100 976.96 203-090-17-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.21 0.1575 732.72 203-090-20-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.21 0.1575 732.72 203-090-21-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.21 0.1575 732.72 203-090-22-00 Exempt 0.0000 0.0000 0.21 0.0000 0.00
203-090-23-00 SBE 0.0000 0.0000 0.21 0.0000 0.00
203-090-24-00 Vacant Commercial/Parking 0.5000 0.7500 0.21 0.0788 366.58 203-090-28-00 Vacant Commercial/Parking 0.5000 0.7500 0.21 0.0788 366.58 203-090-29-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.21 0.1575 732.72 203-090-30-00 Exempt 0.0000 0.0000 0.21 0.0000 0.00
203-090-33-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.20 0.1500 697.84 203-090-34-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.20 0.1500 697.84 203-090-35-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 04/04/2025 128
APN LAND USE DUF LDF ACREAGE BUF LEVY
203-090-36-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-37-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 1.0000 0.29 0.2900 1,349.16 203-090-38-00 Exempt 0.0000 0.0000 0.00 0.0000 0.00
203-090-39-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.32 0.2400 1,116.54 203-090-40-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.10 0.0750 348.92 203-090-41-00 Commercial Developed 1.0000 0.7500 0.63 0.4725 2,198.20 203-420-01-00 Exempt 0.0000 0.0000 0.29 0.0000 0.00
203-420-02-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-03-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-04-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-05-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-06-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-07-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-08-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-09-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-10-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-11-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-12-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-13-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-14-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-15-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-16-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-17-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-18-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-19-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0.29 0.0153 71.16 203-420-20-00 Commercial Condominium 0.0526 1.0000 0. 29 0.0153 71.16 Totals: 6.7858 $31,568.90
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3121
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY,
CALIFORNIA INITIATING PROCEEDINGS FOR THE LEVY AND COLLECTION OF
ASSESSMENTS FOR ASPEN MALL LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT, FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026, PURSUANT TO THE PROVISIONS OF PART 2 OF DIVISION 15 OF THE CALIFORNIA STREETS AND HIGHWAYS CODE The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, The City Council by previous Resolutions formed and levied annual assessments for the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District (hereafter referred to as the “District”), pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (commencing with section 22500) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”); and,
WHEREAS, the Act provides the City Council the authority to annually levy and collect assessment for the District on the Kern County tax roll on behalf of the City of California City to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and,
WHEREAS, the City Council has retained Willdan Financial Services for the purpose of assisting with the Annual Levy of the District, to prepare and file an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”) with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 3, SECTION 22624 OF THE ACT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: The City Council hereby orders Willdan Financial Services to prepare and file with the City Clerk the Engineer’s Report concerning the levy of assessments for the District for the fiscal year commencing July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026, in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 22622 of the Act.
Section 2: The proposed improvements within the District include: turf, ground cover, shrubs, trees, drainage systems, irrigation systems, lighting, hardscape, and associated appurtenances within the public easements and right-of-ways within the District.
The Engineer’s Report describes the improvements and any substantial changes in existing improvements.
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 8th day of April 2025.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN) ss.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY)
_______________________________,
Marquette E. Hawkins, Mayor
City of California City
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, County of Kern, State of California do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. ____________ was regularly adopted by the City Council of said City of California City at a regular meeting of said council held on the 8th day of April 2025 by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstained:
________________________________
Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk
City of California City
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3122
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA FOR PRELIMINARY APPROVAL OF THE ENGINEER’S REPORT REGARDING THE PROPOSED LEVY AND
COLLECTION OF ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ASPEN MALL LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT, FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, this City Council pursuant to provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972 (commencing with Section 22500) of Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (hereafter referred to as the “Act”) did by previous Resolution, order the preparation of an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”) for the District known and designated as the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District (hereafter referred to as the “District”) for Fiscal Year 2025/2026; and, WHEREAS, there has been presented to this City Council the Engineer’s Report as required by Chapter 3, Section 22623 of said Act; and,
WHEREAS, this City Council has examined and reviewed the Engineer’s Report as presented. This City Council is preliminarily satisfied with each of the budget items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the levy amounts have been spread in accordance with the special benefit received from the improvements, operation, maintenance and services to be performed within the District, as set forth in said Report.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: That the above recitals are true and correct.
Section 2: That the “Engineer’s Report” as presented, consists of the following:
a) A Description of Improvements.
b) The Annual Budget (Costs and Expenses of Services, Operations and Maintenance).
c) A diagram of the District that identifies the parcels within the District.
d) The District Roll containing the proposed levy of assessments for each Assessor Parcel within the District for fiscal year 2025/2026.
Section 3: The “Engineer’s Report” as presented or as amended is hereby approved on a preliminary basis, and ordered to be filed in the Office of the City Clerk as a permanent record and to remain open to public inspection. 04/04/2025 132
Section 4: That the City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect the presentation of the Report.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 8th day of April 2025
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN) ss.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY)
_______________________________,
Marquette E. Hawkins, Mayor
City of California City
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, County of Kern, State of California do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. ____________ was regularly adopted by the City Council of said City of California City at a regular meeting of said council held on the 8th day of April 2025 by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstained:
________________________________
Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk
City of California City
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RESOLUTION NO 25-3123
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY,
CALIFORNIA DECLARING ITS INTENTION TO LEVY AND COLLECT
ASSESSMENTS FOR THE ASPEN MALL LANDSCAPING AND LIGHTING DISTRICT FOR FISCAL YEAR 2025/2026
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, The City Council has by previous Resolution initiated proceedings for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 regarding the levy and collection of assessments for the Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District (hereafter referred to as the “District”). Pursuant to the provisions of the Landscaping and Lighting Act of 1972, Part 2, Division 15 of the California Streets and Highways Code (commencing with section 22500) (hereafter referred to as the “Act”), assessments for the District shall be levied and collected by the County of Kern for the City of California City to pay the maintenance and services of the improvements and facilities related thereto; and,
WHEREAS, the proposed District assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026 are less than or equal to the maximum assessments previously approved in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID; and, WHEREAS, there has now been presented to this City Council an Engineer’s Annual Levy Report (hereafter referred to as the “Engineer’s Report”), and said Engineer’s Report has been filed with the City Clerk in accordance with the Act; and, WHEREAS, the City Council has examined and reviewed the Engineer’s Report as presented and is satisfied with the District, each of the budget items and documents as set forth therein and is satisfied that the proposed assessments contained therein, have been spread in accordance with the benefits received from the improvements, operation, maintenance and services to be performed within the District, as set forth in said Report.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL FOR THE DISTRICT, PURSUANT TO CHAPTER 3, SECTION 22624 OF THE ACT, AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1: The above recitals are true and correct.
Section 2: The City Council hereby declares its intention to seek the annual levy and collection of assessments within the District pursuant to the Act, over and including the lands, lots and parcels within the District boundary. The City Council further declares its 04/04/2025 134
intention to levy and collect assessments on such land to pay the annual costs and expenses of the improvements and services described in Section 4 of this Resolution, for Fiscal Year 2025/2026.
Section 3: The boundaries of the District are described in the Engineer’s Report and are consistent with the boundary established and described in the original formation documents, on file with the City Clerk, and incorporated herein by reference. The District is within the boundaries of the City of California City, within the County of Kern, State of California and includes the territory known as the Aspen Mall and referred to as the “Aspen Mall Landscaping and Lighting District”.
Section 4: The improvements within the District may include, but are not limited to:
turf, ground cover, shrubs, trees, drainage systems, irrigation systems, lighting, hardscape, and associated appurtenances within the public easements and right-of-way. Maintenance means the furnishing of services and materials for the ordinary and usual maintenance, landscaping and appurtenant facilities, including repair, removal or replacement of all or part of any of the landscaping or appurtenant facilities; providing for the satisfactory working condition, life, growth, health and beauty of the improvements, including cultivation, irrigation, trimming, spraying, fertilization and treating for disease or injury; the removal of trimmings, rubbish, debris and other solid waste. Servicing means the furnishing of water and electricity for the irrigation and control of the landscaping or appurtenant facilities.
Section 5: The proposed assessments for Fiscal Year 2025/2026, as outlined in the Engineer’s Report, do not exceed the maximum assessment approved by the property owners through a property owner balloting proceeding conducted in 1997. As such, the proposed assessments do not constitute an increased assessment and do not require additional property owner approval in accordance with the requirements of the California Constitution, Article XIIID.
Section 6: The City Council hereby declares its intention to conduct a Public Hearing concerning the District and the levy of assessments in accordance with Chapter 3, Section 22626 of the Act.
Section 7: Notice is hereby given that a Public Hearing on these matters will be held by the City Council on Tuesday, May 13, 2025, at 5:00 p.m., or as soon thereafter as feasible in the City Council Chambers, located at 21000 Hacienda Blvd., California City.
Section 8: The City Council hereby authorizes and directs the City Clerk to give notice of the time and place of the Public Hearing to all property owners within the District pursuant to Sections 22626, 22552 and 22553 of the Act and 6061 of the Government Code.
The City Clerk shall give notice to property owners by: causing notice of the public hearing to be published in the local newspaper one time at least 10 days prior to the Public Hearing; and, posting a copy of this resolution on the official bulletin board (s) customarily used for posting such notices.
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED this 8th day of April 2025.
STATE OF CALIFORNIA)
COUNTY OF KERN) ss.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY)
_______________________________,
Marquette E. Hawkins, Mayor
City of California City
I, Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk of the City of California City, County of Kern, State of California do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution No. ____________ was regularly adopted by the City Council of said City of California City at a regular meeting of said council held on the 8th day of April 2025 by the following vote:
Ayes:
Noes:
Absent:
Abstained:
____________________________________
Leanndrea Weible, Acting City Clerk
City of California City
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CC 4
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY TO REJECT A BID RECEIVED ON MARCH 6,
2025, FOR THE SPLASH PARK PHASE 2 PROJECT, AND TO
AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TO PROCURE
TURN-KEY PROJECT QUOTES FROM SPECIALIZED
CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY FROM THE OPEN MARKET WITHOUT
FURTHER BIDDING
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act (“ARPA”) was signed into law and established the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund and Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, which together make up the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (“SLFRF”) program. The City of California City received allocation of $3,396,463 from ARPA.
The Splash Park project is eligible under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 which is part of the statutory eligible uses of the SLRF award funds guidelines. The first phase of this project was awarded on November 12, 2024, to ANM Construction in the amount of $824,241 for the construction of the site grading, concrete, electrical, lighting and restroom building, currently under construction.
To have a fully functional project, the city must continue to phase two and procure the splash pad equipment and installation, which requires specialized construction by professional splash pad equipment companies. For example, Vortex Aquatic Structures, Rain Deck Splash Pad, Waterplay, or approved equals.
Phase 2 of the project was first advertised on March 27, 2024, but no bids were submitted. It was re-bid on February 18, 2024, with a bid opening on March 6, 2025. Only one bid of $1,050,000 was received, which was deemed unacceptable due to its high amount.
California Public Contract Code Section 22038 provides guidelines for public agencies in California regarding bidding and contracting processes. Section 22038 specifically addresses situations where no bids are received, or all bids are rejected during formal bidding procedures. 04/04/2025 137
Following the City's completion of proper advertising for the project on two occasions, the Public Works Department is requesting the rejection of the high bid received on March 6, 2025.
It is also seeking approval to utilize the open market procurement process for purchasing splash pad equipment and installation directly from vendors and installers to ensure fair and reasonable contracts.
Recommendation:
Staff recommends that Council adopt the resolution rejecting a bid received on March 6, 2025, for the Splash Park Phase 2 Project and to authorize the Public Works Department to procure turn-key project quotes from specialized contractors directly from the open market without further bidding.
Environmental action: CEQA Notice of Exemption filed.
Attachments: Splash Pad Features
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Attachment: Typical Splash Pad Features
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3120
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY TO REJECT A BID RECEIVED ON MARCH 6, 2025, FOR THE SPLASH PARK PHASE 2 PROJECT, AND
TO AUTHORIZE THE PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT TO PROCURE TURN-KEY PROJECT
QUOTES FROM SPECIALIZED CONTRACTORS DIRECTLY FROM THE OPEN MARKET
WITHOUT FURTHER BIDDING
WHEREAS, On March 11, 2021, the American Rescue Plan Act was signed into law, and established the Coronavirus State Fiscal Recovery Fund and Coronavirus Local Fiscal Recovery Fund, which together make up the Coronavirus State and Local Fiscal Recovery Funds (“SLFRF”) program. The City of California City received allocation of $3,396,463 from American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
WHEREAS, The Splash Park project is eligible under Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 which is part of the statutory eligible uses of the SLRF award funds guidelines. The first phase of this project was awarded on November 12, 2024, to ANM Construction in the amount of $824,241 for the construction of the site grading, concrete, electrical, lighting and restroom building, currently under construction; and WHEREAS, to have a fully functional project, the city must continue to phase two and procure the splash pad equipment and installation, which requires specialized construction by professional splash pad equipment companies. Ex. Vortex Aquatic Structures, Rain Deck Splash Pad, Waterplay, or approved equals.
WHEREAS, the project was first advertised on March 27, 2024, but no bids were submitted. It was re-bidden on February 18, 2024, with a bid opening on March 6, 2025. Only one bid of $1,050,000 was received, which was deemed unacceptable due to its high amount; and WHEREAS, California Public Contract Code Section 22038 provides guidelines for public agencies in California regarding bidding and contracting processes. Section 22038 specifically addresses situations where no bids are received, or all bids are rejected during formal bidding procedures; and
WHEREAS, following the City's completion of proper advertising for the project on two occasions, the Public Works Department is requesting the rejection of the high bid received on March 6, 2025. It is also seeking approval to utilize the open market procurement process for purchasing splash pad equipment and installation directly from vendors and installers to ensure fair and reasonable contracts.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED THAT: the City Council of the City of California City does hereby reject a bid received on March 6, 2025, for the Splash Park Phase 2 Project and to authorize the Public Works Department to procure turn-key project quotes from specialized contractors directly from the open market without further bidding. 04/04/2025 144
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 8th day of April 2025 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
Marquette E. Hawkins, Mayor
ATTEST:
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk
STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF KERN } SS
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY }
I, Leanndrea Weible, acting City Clerk of the City of California City, do hereby certify that the foregoing Resolution was duly and regularly adopted by the City Council of the City of California City on the _________ day of ________________ 2025, by the following vote:
Leanndrea Weible
Acting City Clerk
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CC 5
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Authorize the Mayor, City Council, and City Manager of California City to Sign a Letter of Support for the SR 58 and California City Blvd. Interchange Project
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:
The City has been asked to provide a letter of support for safety improvements at State Route (SR) 58 and California City Boulevard intersection. This interchange has become increasingly hazardous to the community as well as surrounding communities who rely on this corridor.
This corridor is vital to the safety, economic vitality, and operational efficiency of both our civilian and defense communities. With base expansion projects like the B-21 Flight Test Program, commuter traffic is expected to grow by 25%, making the need for infrastructure upgrades not only urgent but mission-critical to regional defense capabilities.
The draft letter of support is provided for reference.
Attachment
1. Draft letter of support
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Ahron Hakimi
Executive Director
Kern Council of Governments
1401 19th Street, Suite 300
Bakersfield, CA 93301
RE: Letter of Support – SR 58 and California City Blvd Interchange Project Dear Executive Director Hakimi,
On behalf of the City of California City, we are writing to express our full support for the proposed safety improvements at the State Route 58 and California City Boulevard intersection. This high-risk, at-grade interchange has become increasingly hazardous to the residents of our city and surrounding communities who rely on this corridor daily— particularly the more than 2,500 individuals who commute to Edwards Air Force Base through the North Gate.
This corridor is vital to the safety, economic vitality, and operational efficiency of both our civilian and defense communities. With base expansion projects like the B-21 Flight Test Program, commuter traffic is expected to grow by 25%, making the need for infrastructure upgrades not only urgent but mission-critical to regional defense capabilities.
The City of California City finds this project to be of strategic and regional importance, and we recognize it as a defense-related critical infrastructure improvement. This intersection has been the site of multiple fatalities in recent years—including tragic incidents on June 30, 2023, March 7, 2023, and August 7, 2020. Caltrans District 9 Traffic Safety data shows that from January 1, 2018 to December 12, 2022, there were at least sixteen collisions at this intersection, involving dangerous behaviors such as failure to yield, speeding, alcohol use, and improper turns.
As a city that supports our military neighbors, contractors, and civilians, we share in the responsibility to ensure safe, efficient, and resilient transportation infrastructure. This project aligns with national, state, and local priorities concerning readiness, emergency response, and safe mobility. We also acknowledge the STRAHNET designation of SR 58 and strongly advocate for improvements that support defense logistics and emergency mobilization.
California City stands ready to collaborate with Caltrans, Kern COG, Edwards AFB, and other regional stakeholders to support NEPA compliance and provide community assistance where possible. We view this partnership as a reflection of our shared commitment to public safety, quality of life, and national security.
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Should you have any questions or require further assistance from the City, please do not hesitate to contact City Manager Christopher Lopez at [email protected].
Sincerely,
Marquette Hawkins
Mayor
California City, California
Christopher Lopez
City Manager
California City, California
cc:
• Brig. Gen. Douglas P. Wickert, Commander, 412th Test Wing, Edwards AFB • Chris Parlier, Supervisor District 2, Kern County
• Michael Navarro, Director, Caltrans District 6
• Ryan Dermody, Director, Caltrans District 9
• Craig Pope, Kern County Roads Branch Manager
• California City Council Members
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NB 1
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
SUBJECT: A Resolution of the Mayor and City Council of the City of California City Authorizing the City Manager to Execute a Land Use Agreement with the Desert Rose Garden Club of California City for a Botanical Garden BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City has previously partnered with organizations to offer various community based programs for the California City community. The Desert Rose Garden Club has maintained a portion of Central Park for over 20 years. Staff has been unable to locate a previous land use agreement with this group. The Desert Garden Club has recently been awarded a grant from the Home Depot to install six 4’x8’ raised planter beds in the space between the handball court and the tennis court. There is currently no practical use of this specific area.
The Desert Rose Garden Club will facilitate the oversight of the beds by various community organizations with the goal of providing an attractive entrance to Inspiration Walk. Additionally, the space will provide an opportunity to teach the community about the importance of sustaining green space.
Staff is seeking authorization to allow the City Manager to execute the agreement on behalf of the City, in a form approved by the City Attorney’s Office.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council adopt the resolution authorizing the City Manager to execute land use agreement with the Desert Rose Garden Club for a Botanical Garden subject to legal concurrence from the City Attorney’s Office.
Attachments:
1. Resolution
2. Draft agreement
3. Proposal
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Desert Rose Garden Club
of California City
Project Summary
2024 -2025
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Contents
•Large Pergola
• Raised Planter Bed
Project
• White Vinyl Fence
• Joshua Tree Citadel
• Palm Tree Oasis
• Inspiration Walk Signage
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A Large Pergola will cover the 30’x 40’,
concrete pad in Inspiration Walk. To be
used for community gatherings, classes,
yoga, concerts, art events, talent shows,
food festivals and fundraisers.
Purpose of which is to provide an outdoor
space to foster community participation,
environmental awareness in a space that
fosters natural desert habitat and personal
landscape possibilities.
In the process of utilizing this space, it
would create a sense of community spirit,
create a bond with people of similar
interests and foster a sense of pride among
city residents.
Ideal pergola with area for escaping wind
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Raised Planter Bed Project
The area will accommodate 6, 4’x8’ raised
planter beds located between the handball
court and the tennis court.
Each planter bed will house a fruit tree with
perennials at the base. This will ensure that
the tree remains stable in the wind and that
there will always be a green presence in the
planter bed.
The plan is to have each planter bed, during
the blooming season, available for
sponsorship by different community groups.
They will be free to plant blooming annuals
at the base and have signage indicating who
is sponsoring each bed.
Seniors, daycare students, high school
organizations, teams, and grammar school
classes are great candidates for sponsoring
each planter bed.
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White Vinyl Fence will showcase the
entrance to the Community Raised Planter
Bed area. The raised beds will be elevated
for easy access for children and seniors who
will sponsor each bed for the season.
Decomposed granite will cover the walkways
as a contrast to the raised beds, creating an
inviting area to gather.
The fence extends from the handball court
to the tennis court. The white vinyl arbor
that the Boy Scouts previously donated to
the Desert Rose Garden Club will be reinstalled at the entrance of the raised planter bed area. This will help identify one
entrance to Inspiration Walk and the
Remembrance Rose Garden. The fence and
the arbor will be easily accessible and seen
clearly from the City Park parking lot.
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Joshua Tree Citadel will be located at the
northeast top of Inspiration Walk.
It will be designed to honor our nature tree grown in
the Mojave Desert. In the early years of California
City, the Joshua Trees were cut down to make way for
what was scheduled to be a booming town. We are
dedicated to slowly bringing back the lovely presence
of the endangered, majestic, magical Joshua Tree,
which thrives in our habitat.
In concert with the California Department of Fish and
Wildlife we hope to be an integral contributor to a new plan to protect the state’s iconic Joshua trees, which
are imperiled by wildfire, human development and
climate change.
Beyond its practical uses, the Joshua Tree has been a
beacon for the artistic and the spiritual. It's no
coincidence that musicians and others have found their
muse in the desert's stark beauty, seeing a blank
canvas in its vastness. The tree's silhouette, twisted
and sculpted by the winds, has become an icon of
resilience and natural artistry. It's a living testament to the idea that beauty can flourish against all odds,
inspiring countless individuals to reflect, create, and find meaning in the struggle.
The Joshua Tree’s story is
one of endurance, a narrative
that resonates with anyone
who has faced and overcome
adversity.
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Palm Tree Oasis is planned to reside behind the tennis
court on the south-east side of Inspiration Walk. It will demonstrate prominent, important desert landscape
features. Palm oases were primarily located in
association with historically human occupation
sites. They have the ability to provide habitat for
many different species of desert dwellers in an area
protected from natural threats.
“Desert fan palms’ range represents an enigma. While
limited to the hottest, driest North American desert,
unlike typical desert plants, they lack structural or
physiological adaptations for surviving a hot and dry
climate. Rather they metaphorically “thumb their leafy
noses” at those plants and animals that have adapted
to this harsh environment, sporting huge green leaves
that transpire water vapor back into the air as if they were living in the wet tropics. One odd characteristic
is; rather than deep roots searching for hidden seams
of moisture, their roots are relatively shallow.
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Inspiration Walk Signage
Plant Identification Stakes will be an ongoing process
as we add fauna to the collection and replace damaged,
failed or infested plants.
Individual plants will have a brief explanation of the
species, highlighting the natural botanical habitat.
A welcoming Monument Sign at the entrance of
Inspiration Walk can clearly define the entrance to our Botanical Garden. Ideally it matches our brand and
increases the visibility of access.
Artist Rendering
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DRAFT
LANDUSE AGREEMENT BETWEEN THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY AND
DESERT ROSE GARDEN CLUB
THIS LICENSE AGREEMENT (hereinafter, "Agreement") is made and entered into this ____ day of April 2025, by and between the CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, a municipal corporation (hereinafter, "CITY") and XXXXXX, a tax-exempt non-profit corporation (hereinafter, "XXXXXX For the purposes of this Agreement, CITY and XXXXX. may be referred to collectively by the capitalized term "Parties." The capitalized term "Party" may refer to CITY or XXXXX interchangeably.
RECITALS
WHEREAS, CITY is a municipal corporation organized under the laws of the State of California, with power to contract for services necessary to achieve its purpose; and WHEREAS, CITY is the owner of property located in a portion XXXXXX, California City, (hereinafter, "Property"), a map of which is attached and incorporated hereto as Exhibit "A" ; and
WHEREAS, the approximate area of the location of the XXXXXX of _____________ square feet by a perimeter of ____________ feet; and WHEREAS, CITY wishes to provide residents with a XXXXXXX; and WHEREAS, CITY has determined that XXXXX has the management, experience, and expertise necessary to assist CITY in providing a XXXXX; and WHEREAS, CITY and XXXXX. desire to enter into this Agreement to provide the terms and conditions upon which XXXXX. will operate a XXXXXX.
NOW, THEREFORE, for and in consideration of the mutual covenants and conditions herein contained, CITY and XXXXXXX. agree as follows:
Section 1. Scope of Work.
Subject to the terms and conditions of this Agreement, XXXXXXX. agrees to provide CITY with the services that are more specifically described in that written proposal of XXXXXXX" (hereinafter, "XXXXX Proposal") dated ________, 20__, which is attached and incorporated hereto as Exhibit "B".
Section 2. Term.
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1, 2025, and expires on XXXXXX, unless sooner terminated as provided in Section 10 of this Agreement. CITY may, upon mutual written notice, extend this Agreement for an additional one (1) year following the conclusion and review of the preceding annual operating period. The Parties, upon written agreement by both parties prior to the expiration of the preceding term, shall have the option to renew this Agreement for one (1) year, after a review of the preceding annual operating period. XXXXXX. shall provide notice of intent to renew the Agreement to City at least one hundred and twenty (120) calendar days prior to the expiration of the then current term.
Section 3. License.
A. Grant of License. CITY grants XXXXX a non-exclusive license to use the specified portion of the Property to operate a XXXXX on the terms and conditions and for the uses specified in this Agreement.
B. Date and Time of Usage. XXXXX. is authorized to use and enter upon the Property during the Term of this Agreement. Business hours of the XXXXX shall be seasonal on the first and third Saturdays of the month, from XXXX through XXXX from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Subject to CITY's prior written approval, hours may be adjusted due to daylight saving time and season and scheduled activities of the CITY. Any adjustment to hours must be approved by CITY in writing prior to adjustment being implemented.
Section 4. XXXXX. Obligations.
A. Definition of a XXXX. As used herein, a XXXX is defined as a XXXXXX.
B. Operation of XXXXX. The XXXXX shall be operated and maintained by a qualified operator, acceptable to CITY, at XXXXX sole cost and expense, with the exception of Utilities as provided in Section 4 (K).
C. Equipment and Setup. XXXXXX. will provide all tools and equipment necessary for the safe operation of the XXXX and shall setup within the boundaries of the Property.
D. XXXX Promotion. XXXX., at its sole cost and expense, shall promote and advertise the XXXXX as a healthy and vital part of the community of the CITY. All promotional material shall be subject to CITY'S prior review and approval.
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F. Compliance with Laws. XXXXXshall comply with all applicable federal, state and local laws, regulations and ordinances.
G. Management Services. XXXXXshall provide any and all management services related to the operation of the XXXXX in a professional manner. Furthermore, while XXXXXmanagement may be onsite as necessary,
XXXXXshall not provide management services at the XXXXX site on a daily basis.
H. Maintenance and Clean-Up. XXXXX., during and after use, shall maintain the Property in a safe, sanitary, neat, and tidy condition. The Property shall be clean from litter, refuse, rubbish and personal property. XXXXXshall dispose of all trash from the XXXXX at designated dumpsters.
I. Volunteers. In consideration of the terms of this Agreement, XXXXXagrees to recruit volunteer XXXXX members ("Members"), organize and provide guidance to Members regarding safe operation of the XXXXX and requirements of the City.
J. No Required Fees or Dues. XXXXXwill not require a fee(s) or due(s) from City, Members, residents or visitors as a condition to becoming a Member or as a condition to entering the XXXXX property.
K. Utilities. Water and electricity will be established and/or purchased by or in the name of the CITY for the benefit of the XXXXX.
L. Liens. XXXXXshall not directly or indirectly, create or permit to be created or to remain, and will promptly discharge at its expense, any mortgage, lien, encumbrance, charge or pledge of the Property or fixtures or furnishings, or any part thereof. XXXXXshall indemnify CITY for any liens that may be placed upon the Property as a result of XXXXX.'s actions or inactions, including XXXXX.'s costs to defend or remove such lien.
M. Cooperation with City. XXXXXshall cooperate with and allow access to the XXXXX and the Property to all representatives of CITY, including City Code Enforcement personnel, and representative of other governmental agencies at such times as they determine necessary.
N. Communication. XXXXXshall receive, process and respond to all CITY resident(s) and visitor(s) concerns related to the operation of the XXXXX.
0. XXXXXshall provide a safe and healthful environment for resident(s) and visitor(s) by setting and enforcing safety measures at all times before, during, and after events. Examples include, but are not limited to immediately cleaning spills, keeping tools and other working material in a safe place away from the general public area, not blocking sidewalks, walkways, crosswalks, curb ramps or any other access ramps at any time before, during or after the event, and reporting all maintenance issues to the CITY immediately so that repairs can be made as soon as possible.
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P. XXXXXshall strictly adhere to all direction/restrictions provided by the CITY with regard to maintenance and upkeep of the Property and surrounding area, and setup and activities of the XXXXX.
Section 5. Security Deposit. The City shall not require a security deposit.
Section 6. Improvements, Maintenance and Repairs. XXXXXshall make no alteration or repair to the Property without CITY's prior written consent. During the period XXXXXis occupying the Property, XXXXXshall maintain the Property in a clean and neat condition, free and clear of garbage and debris. No dumping, storage of hazardous or toxic waste, nor the maintenance of any nuisance, public or private, shall be permitted.
XXXXXshall not remove, damage or alter in any way CITY's existing improvements or personal property on the Property. XXXXX., at its sole cost and expense, shall repair any damage or alteration to CITY's existing improvements or personal property on the Property made by XXXXXand return to the same condition that existed prior to the damage or alteration.
Section 7. Representatives.
A. City Representative. For the purposes of this Agreement, the contract administrator and CITY's representative shall be the City Manager (hereinafter, the "City Representative") or their designee. It shall be XXXXX.'s responsibility to assure that the City Representative is kept informed of the progress of the performance of the services, and XXXXXshall refer any decisions which must be made by CITY to the City Representative. Unless otherwise specified herein, any approval of CITY required hereunder shall mean the approval of the City Representative.
B. XXXXXRepresentatives. For the purposes of this Agreement, XXXXX, President and Executive Director of XXXXX., is hereby designated as the representative of XXXXXauthorized to act on its behalf with respect to XXXXX.'s performance under this Agreement and to make all decisions in connection therewith (hereinafter, the "XXXXXRepresentative"). Notice to the
XXXXXRepresentative whether written or verbal shall constitute notice to XXXXXThe XXXXXRepresentative shall supervise and direct the Services, using their best skill and attention, and shall be responsible for all means, methods, techniques, sequences, and procedures and for the satisfactory coordination of all portions of the Services under this Agreement.
Section 8. Indemnification.
A. To the fullest extent permitted by law, XXXXXhereby agrees, at its sole cost and expense, to defend, protect, indemnify, and hold harmless CITY and CITY's elected and appointed officials, officers, attorneys, agents, employees, volunteers, successors, and assigns (collectively "lndemnitees") from and against any and all damages, costs, expenses, liabilities, claims, demands, causes of action, proceedings, expenses, judgments, penalties, liens, and losses of any nature whatsoever, including fees of accountants, attorneys, or other professionals and all costs associated therewith (collectively "Liabilities"), arising or claimed to arise, 04/04/2025 161
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directly or indirectly, out of, in connection with, resulting from, or related to any act, failure to act, error, or omission of XXXXXor any of XXXXX.'s officers, agents, servants, employees, subcontractors, materialmen, suppliers or their officers, agents, servants or employees, arising or claimed to arise, directly or indirectly, out of, in connection with, resulting from, or related to this Agreement and the performance or failure to perform any term, provision, covenant, or condition of the Agreement, including this indemnity provision. This indemnity provision is effective regardless of any prior, concurrent, or subsequent active or passive negligence by XXXXXand shall operate to fully indemnify lndemnitees against any such negligence. This indemnity provision shall survive the termination of the Agreement and is in addition to any other rights or remedies which lndemnitees may have under the law or elsewhere under this Agreement. Payment is not required as a condition precedent to an lndemnitee's right to recover under this indemnity provision, and an entry of judgment against any one or more of the lndemnitees shall be conclusive in favor of the lndemnitees' right to recover under this indemnity provision. XXXXXshall pay lndemnitees for any attorney's fees and costs incurred in enforcing this indemnification provision. Notwithstanding the foregoing, nothing in this instrument shall be construed to encompass (a) lndemnitees' sole negligence or willful misconduct to the limited extent that the underlying Agreement is subject to Civil Code§ 2782(a), or (b) the contracting public agency's active negligence to the limited extent that the underlying Agreement is subject to Civil Code § 2782(b). This indemnity is effective without reference to the existence or applicability of any insurance coverage(s) which may have been required under the Agreement or any additional insured endorsements which may extend to lndemnitees. Accountants, attorneys, or other professionals employed by lndemnitor to defend lndemnitees shall be selected by lndemnitees.
XXXXX., on behalf of itself and all parties claiming under or through it, hereby waives all rights of subrogation and contribution against the lndemnitees, while acting within the scope of their duties, from all claims, losses and liabilities arising out of or incident to activities or operations performed by or on behalf of the lndemnitor regardless of any prior, concurrent, or subsequent active or passive negligence by the lndemnitees.
8. XXXXX.'s obligations under this or any other provision of this Agreement will not be limited by the provisions of any workers compensation act or similar act.
XXXXXexpressly waives its statutory immunity under such statutes or laws as to the Indemnities.
C. XXXXXagrees to obtain executed indemnity agreements with provisions identical to those in this Section from each and every subcontractor or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of XXXXXin the performance of this Agreement. In the event XXXXXfails to obtain such indemnity obligations for the benefit of CITY, XXXXXagrees to be fully responsible and indemnify, hold harmless and defend CITY, its officers, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any and all claims and losses, costs or expenses for any damage due to death or injury to any person and injury to any property resulting from any alleged, intentional, reckless, negligent or otherwise wrongful acts, errors or omissions of XXXXXor any of its officers, employees, servants, agents, subcontractors, volunteers or any other person or entity involved by, for, with or on behalf of XXXXXin the performance of this Agreement. Such costs 04/04/2025 162
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and expenses shall include reasonable attorneys' fees incurred by counsel of CITY's choice.
D. CITY does not, and shall not, waive any rights that it may possess against XXXXXbecause of the acceptance by CITY, or the deposit with CITY, of any insurance policy, certificate or permit required pursuant to this Agreement. This hold harmless and indemnification provision shall apply regardless of whether or not any insurance policies are determined to be applicable to the claim, demand, damage, liability, loss, cost or expense. XXXXXagrees that XXXXX.'s covenant under this Section shall survive the termination of this Agreement.
E. XXXXXshall fully comply with the workers' compensation laws regarding XXXXXand XXXXX.'s employees. XXXXXfurther agrees to indemnify and hold CITY harmless from any failure of XXXXXto comply with applicable workers' compensation laws. CITY shall have the right to offset against the amount of any fees due to XXXXXunder this Agreement any amount due to CITY from XXXXXas a result of XXXXX.'s failure to promptly pay to CITY any reimbursement or indemnification arising under this Section.
Section 9. Insurance.
A. XXXXXshall at all times during the term of this Agreement carry, maintain, and keep in full force and effect, insurance as follows:
1. Commercial General Liability Insurance with minimum limits of One Million Dollars ($1,000,000) for each occurrence and in the aggregate for any personal injury, death, loss or damage.
2. Worker's Compensation insurance as required by the State of California.
B. XXXXXshall require each of its sub-consultants or sub-contractors to maintain insurance coverage that meets all of the requirements of this Agreement.
C. The policies required by this Agreement shall be issued by an insurer admitted in the State of California and with a rating of at least A:VII in the latest edition of Best's Insurance Guide.
D. XXXXXagrees that if it does not keep the insurance required in this Agreement in full force and effect, CITY may either immediately terminate this Agreement or, if insurance is available at a reasonable cost, CITY may take out the necessary insurance and pay, at XXXXX.'s expense, the premium thereon.
E. Prior to commencement of Work under this Agreement, XXXXXshall file with CITY's Risk Manager a certificate or certificates of insurance showing that the insurance policies are in effect and satisfy the required amounts and specifications required pursuant to this Agreement.
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F. XXXXXshall provide proof that policies of insurance expiring during the duration of this Agreement have been renewed or replaced with other policies providing at least the same coverage. Such proof will be furnished at least two weeks prior to the expiration of the coverages.
G. The Commercial General Liability insurance policy shall contain an endorsement naming CITY, its elected officials, officers, agents, employees, attorneys, servants, volunteers, successors and assigns as additional insureds. All of the policies shall contain an endorsement providing that the policies cannot be canceled or reduced except on thirty (30) days' prior written notice to CITY. XXXXXagrees to require its insurer to modify the certificates of insurance to delete any exculpatory wording stating that failure of the insurer to mail written notice of cancellation imposes no obligation, and to delete the word "endeavor" with regard to any notice provisions.
H. The Commercial General Liability insurance shall be primary and any other insurance, deductible, or self-insurance maintained by the CITY, its officials, officers, employees, agents, or volunteers shall not contribute with this primary insurance. Policies shall contain or be endorsed to contain such provisions.
I. All insurance coverage provided pursuant to this Agreement shall not prohibit XXXXX., and XXXXX.'s employees, agents, subcontractors, or volunteers from waiving the right of subrogation prior to a loss. XXXXXhereby waives all rights of subrogation against CITY, its officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers.
J. Any deductibles or self-insured retentions must be approved by CITY. At the option of CITY, XXXXXshall either reduce or eliminate the deductibles or selfinsured retentions with respect to CITY, or XXXXXshall procure a bond guaranteeing payment of losses and expenses.
K. Procurement of insurance by XXXXXshall not be construed as a limitation of XXXXX.'s liability or as full performance of XXXXX.'s duties to indemnify, hold harmless and defend under Section 8 of this Agreement.
L. In the event any policy of insurance required under this Agreement does not comply with these specifications or is canceled and not replaced immediately so as to avoid a lapse in the required coverage, CITY has the right but not the duty to obtain the insurance it deems necessary and any premium paid by CITY will be promptly reimbursed by XXXXXor CITY will withhold amounts sufficient to pay premium from XXXXXpayments. In the alternative, CITY may cancel this Agreement effective upon notice.
M. CITY reserves the right to modify these requirements, including limits, based on the nature of the risk, prior experience, insurer, coverage, or other special circumstances.
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performance of the Work and enable the CITY to evaluate the performance of the Work.
The City Representative shall have full and free access to such books and records at all times during normal business hours of CITY, including the right to inspect, copy, audit, and make records and transcripts from such records. Such records shall be maintained for a period of four (4) years following completion of the services hereunder, and the CITY shall have access to such records in the event any audit is required.
Section 11. Termination.
A. CITY may immediately terminate this Agreement for convenience, without cause and without penalty or liability at any time upon the issuance of written notice to XXXXXspecifying the effective date of such termination. Such termination for convenience shall be made in writing signed by either the City Representative or their designee.
B. XXXXXmay terminate this Agreement at any time, at will, for any reason or no reason, after giving written notice to CITY at least sixty (60) calendar days before termination is to be effective.
Section 12. Force Majeure. XXXXXshall not be liable for any failure to perform its obligations under this Agreement if XXXXXpresents acceptable evidence, in CITY's sole judgment, that such failure was due to strikes, lockouts, labor disputes, embargoes, acts of God, inability to obtain labor or materials or reasonable substitutes for labor or materials, governmental restrictions, governmental regulations, governmental controls, judicial orders, enemy or hostile governmental action, civil commotion, fire or other casualty, or other causes beyond XXXXX.'s reasonable control and not due to any act by XXXXX..
Section 13. Notices. Any notices, bills, invoices, or reports required by this Agreement shall be deemed received on: (a) the day of delivery if delivered by hand or overnight courier service during XXXXX.'s and CITY's regular business hours; or (b) on the third business day following deposit in the United States mail, postage prepaid, to the addresses heretofore below, or to such other addresses as the parties may, from time to time, designate in writing.
If to CITY:
City of California City
210000 Hacienda Boulevard
California City, CA 93505
Attn: Inge Elmes, Acting City Manager
With a courtesy copy to:
Victor Ponto, City Attorney
Burke Williams & Sorensen, LLP
1770 Iowa Avenue, Suite 240
Riverside, CA 92507
Telephone: (951) 801-6614
Facsimile: (951) 788-5785
If to XXXXX.:
XXXXX.
P.O. Box 2318
California City, CA 93504
Attn: XXXXX,
President/Executive Director
Phone: (424) 261-2353
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Section 14. Prohibition. XXXXXshall not delegate, transfer, subcontract or assign its duties or rights hereunder, either in whole or in part, without CITY's prior written consent, and any attempt to do so shall be void and of no effect. CITY shall not be obligated or liable under this Agreement to any party other than XXXXX Section 15. Attorney Fees. In the event that CITY orXXXXXcommences any legal action or proceeding to enforce or interpret the provisions of this Agreement, the prevailing party shall be entitled to recover its costs of suit, including reasonable attorney's fees.
Section 16. Entire Agreement. All documents referenced as exhibits in this Agreement are hereby incorporated in this Agreement. Except as expressly provided in this Agreement or its Exhibits, in the event of any conflict or inconsistency between the express provisions of this Agreement and provisions of any document incorporated by reference, the provisions of this Agreement shall prevail and control. This instrument contains the entire Agreement between CITY and XXXXXwith respect to the subject matter herein. No other prior oral or written agreements are binding on the parties. Any modification of this Agreement will be effective only if it is in writing and executed by both CITY and XXXXX..
Section 17. Governing Law; Jurisdiction. This Agreement shall be interpreted and governed according to the laws of the State of California. In the event of litigation between the Parties, venue, without exception, shall be in the Kern County Superior Court of the State of California. If, and only if, applicable law requires that all or part of any such litigation be tried exclusively in federal court, venue, without exception, shall be in the Eastern District of California located in the City of Bakersfield, California.
Section 18. Severability. Wherever possible, each provision of this Agreement shall be interpreted in such a manner as to be valid under applicable law. If any provision of this Agreement is determined by a court of competent jurisdiction to be invalid, void or unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall nevertheless continue in full force and effect.
Section 19. Captions. The captions used in this Agreement are solely for reference and the convenience of the Parties. The captions are not a part of the Agreement, in no way bind, limit, or describe the scope or intent of any provision, and shall have no effect upon the construction or interpretation of any provision herein.
Section 20. Execution. This Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original, but all of which when taken together shall constitute one and the same instrument.
[SIGNATURES ON FOLLOWING PAGE]
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TO EFFECTUATE THIS AGREEMENT, the parties have caused their duly authorized representatives to execute this Agreement on the dates set forth below.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, A
MUNICIPAL CORPORATION
By: _________________________
Name: Christopher Lopez
Title: City Manager
Date:
XXXXX'S XXXXX XXXXX
By:
Name:
Title:
Date:
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
By:
Victor Ponto
City Attorney
Date:
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EXHIBIT "A"
Property Map
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RESOLUTION NO. 25-3124
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
AUTHORIZING THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE A LAND USE AGREEMENT WITH
THE DESERT ROSE GARDEN CLUB FOR A BOTANICAL GARDEN SUBJECT TO LEGAL CONCURRENCE FROM THE CITY ATTORNEY’S OFFICE
WHEREAS, the City of California City (“City”) is a municipal corportation under the laws of the State of California, with power to contract for services necessary to achieve its purpose; and
WHEREAS, the City is the owner of property located at Central Park; WHEREAS, the City wishes to provide residents with a Botanical Garden; and; WHEREAS, City has determined that the Desert Rose Garden Club has the management, experience, and expertise necessary to assist City in providing a botanical garden; and;
WHEREAS, City and the Desert Rose Garden Club wish to enter into an agreement to allow for a botanical garden.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of California City authorizes the following:
1. The City Manager is hereby authorized to execute a land use agreement with Desert Rose Garden Club subject to legal concurrence from the City Attorney’s Office.
2. The City Manager is authorized to take all actions as needed for this action to occur.
The foregoing resolution was introduced and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of California City held on April 8 , 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
DATED:
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ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
__________________________
Leanndrea Weible Victor Ponto
Acting City Clerk City Attorney
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
SUBJECT: Budget Update: FY 25/26
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Discussion Item on Water Rate Study for Water and Wastewater Rates BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The industry standard is to perform comprehensive rate studies every three to five years; our last study was started in 2021 but was never adopted. The last adopted rate study was in 2014. In 2020, the City temporarily reduced rates for water and wastewater to promote water conservation and address concerns from some members of the public. These lower rates were only anticipated to be in effect for six months until the new rate study was completed and adopted. However, the new rate study has not been adopted.
Staff would like to discuss what direction the City Council wants to give to the City Manager regarding water and wastewater rates. Here are some options staff has identified:
Option A: Bring back the 2023 updated rate study for approval by the City Council. This would save the City money on a new rate study.
Option B: Direct Staff to create an RFP to be advertised for hiring a firm to conduct a new rate study (estimated cost: $75,000 to $100,000). If the City Council wants a new rate study, then Staff recommends the following as the scope of work:
I. NEW WATER AND SEWER RATE STUDY
a. RATE SETTING STUDIES
i. Financial Planning
ii. Deman Projections
iii. Revenue Analysis
iv. Operation and Maintenance Expenses
v. Capital Improvement Funding
vi. Reserve Funding
vii. Cash Flow Projections and Revenue Requirements
viii. Cost of Service Analysis
ix. Functionalized Cost Allocation to Customer Classes
x. Develop Water Rates
xi. Develop Sewer Rates
xii. Evaluate Impacts
xiii. Comparison Survey
xiv. Conduct Sensitivity Analysis
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xv. Rate Study Report
xvi. Rate Implementation
1. Attend Public Meetings
2. Respond to questions from the City Council and Public b. WATER/SEWER IMPACT AND CAPACITY FEES
i. Nexus Study
ii. Analysis to include the current system value and newly planned capital expenses to 2030
c. DISADVANTAGED COMMUNITY STATUS
i. Proposition 1 Funding Opportunities
II. WAGE AND SALARY STUDY FOR THE WATER AND WASTEWATER SYSTEMS a. Compare Salaries to those of Similarly Sized Utilities by:
i. The Ownership
ii. Population Size
iii. Number of Employees
iv. Job Title
v. Job Duties
b. Reference salary range minimum, mid-point, and maximum levels for each position as well as 50th percentile and company-weighted average pay c. Compare similar jobs, even if you use different titles d. Review recent changes to overall staffing levels, workplace policies, and costcontrol initiatives e. Reference segmented data for all participants, water-only participants, as well as water- and wastewater-participants.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None; this is only a discussion item so that the City Council can give direction to the City Manager.
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council provide direction to the City Manager to revisit the 2023 study or the scope of work for the water rate study and proceed with an RFP to find a firm to conduct the study for the water and wastewater systems in California City.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. N/A
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
April 8, 2025
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Christopher Lopez, City Manager
Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Allocation of $1,395,263.44 for Street and Infrastructure Projects BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City has identified critical infrastructure needs, particularly related to road maintenance and improvement. The City of California City has received CIC funds, as referenced in the Environmental Impact Report (EIR), from two solar companies, Bellfield and Eland. Eland contributed $435,000, while Bellfield provided $960,263.44, for a total of $1,395,263. These funds are a “one-time” fee and are allocated to support infrastructure improvements within the City.
Funding of $960,263.44, derived from Bellfield’s contribution, and the $435,000 received from Eland will be utilized for future infrastructure projects to enhance the City’s roadways and public works. By approving this allocation, the City Council will support essential infrastructure work that benefits residents, businesses, and visitors.
The allocation of these funds represents a strategic investment in the City's infrastructure, ensuring safer and more reliable roadways for the community. The contributions from Bellfield and Eland, totaling $1,395,263, demonstrate the positive impact of CIC funds in enhancing public infrastructure.
The purpose of this item is to solicit feedback from the council regarding the following:
1. High priority infrastructure projects
2. Specific areas of improvements for infrastructure
This conversation and direction will allow staff to bring back potential projects based on Council direction, with estimated costs for the projects provided by Council. This is the beginning of conversations related to which projects might be included for future use.
FISCAL IMPACT:
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The allocation of $1,395,263 will be used exclusively for Street and Infrastructure Projects.
These funds are expected to cover planning, labor, and material costs associated with new projects.
General Fund #10-3644 -$1,395,263.44
Street Capital Projects Fund # 94-7000-XXX +$1,395,263.44 RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the allocation of $1,395,263 EIR Funds from Bellefield and Eland for street and infrastructure improvements.
ATTACHMENTS:
None
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