Agenda packet — California City City Council, February 24, 2026

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
February 24, 2026
Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR
Jim Creighton

MAYOR PRO TEM
Della Clark
Ronald Smith

COUNCIL MEMBERS
Sean Grayson

INTERIM CITY

MANAGER
AGENDA

CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY FEBRUARY 24, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS 21000 HACIENDA BLVD., CALIFORNIA
CITY, CA 93505 & VIA ZOOM
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CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
February 24, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, Mayor Hawkins

ADOPT THE AGENDA

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 speak

CLOSED SESSION
CS 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)
Four cases:

Hightower v. City of California City (Case No. BCV-24-103947) Jeff Song, et al. v. City of California City (Case number BCV-22-103394) Michael J. Ellison v. City of California City, (Case No. BCV-24-104203) Linda Davis v. City of California City et al, (Case No BCV-25-100895) CS 2. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2):

Two cases.

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION

CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00PM

CALL TO ORDER

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / INVOCATION

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
February 24, 2026
ROLL CALL –
Councilmembers: Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, Mayor Hawkins

DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Finance
Police Department
Animal Control
Public Works
Treasurer

CITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
JM POWERS:

February 14, 2026- “City Revenue From Voter-Approved 1 % Sales Tax Increase is Straight-Forward” February 15, 2026- “Population Growth Rate, A Small Number with Large Infrastructure Cost Implications)” February 16, 2026- “2019 Fremont Valley Basin Integrated Regional Water Management Plan Importance”

PRESENTATIONS
P 1. New Employee Introduction:

Carina Robinson, Cannabis Manager
John Paul Maier, Deputy City Manager / City Clerk
P 2. Proclamation:

Proclaiming February 2026 As Safe Surrender Baby Awareness Month

CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS

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.

PUBLIC HEARING
PH 1. A Public Hearing to Adopt A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City Determining that California City has No Unmet Transit Needs That Cannot Reasonably Be Met by the Existing System
A. Open Public Hearing
B. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
C. Public Comment
D. Close Public Hearing
E. Discussion
F. Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the City Council

1. Conduct Public Hearing for Adoption of Resolution No. 26-3213

2. Close the public hearing.

3. Adopt Resolution No. 26-3213

4. Take other actions as desired

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
February 24, 2026

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 wishesto comment or ask questions. Public comments are to be limited to (3) three minutes. Roll call vote required.

CC 1. Approve Check Register dated 02/06/2026 – 02/19/2026 CC 2. Approve Minutes for 1/27/2026 Special Meeting
CC 3. Staff Report: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Subject: Approval of an Agreement With EZ-GO to Lease Thirty (30) New Golf Carts in Annual Amount of $46,718.16 for Use at the City Owned Tierra Del Sol Golf Course Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the agreement with EZ-GO and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute and related contracts or agreements CC 4. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City Authorizing Acceptance of Completed Work by Zenitram Inc. DBA ANM Construction for Splash Park Phase 1 Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve a Resolution authorizing acceptance of completed work by Zenitram Inc. dba ANM Construction for Splash Park Phase 1, directing the City Clerk to file Notice of Completion with Kern County Recorder, and authorize payment of retention funds

CONTINUED BUSINESS
CB 1. Staff Report: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
` Subject: Fiscal Distress Update and Authorization to Implement and Employee Early Retirement Incentive Program
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council approve the Employee Early Retirement Incentive Program and provide any needed direction

NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: A Resolution to Accept the Bid from J.L. Plank Inc. Dba Cen-Cal Construction for the New Bus Turnout Project at the California City Blvd and Yerba Blvd. Intersection, with a Contract Sum of $184,481.00, to Authorize Contingency and Project Management Costs and to Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Construction Agreement Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a Resolution to accept J.L. Plank, Incorporated dba Cen-Cal Construction's bid of $184,481 for the New Bus Turnout Project at California City Blvd and Yerba Blvd, to authorize contingency and project management costs, and to authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement
NB 2. Staff Report: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Subject: Approval of Clean-Up Activities at Central Park Including the Central Park Lake to be Performed by Volunteer Forces Provide by Mr. Leland Krelle of West Coast Realty Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the activity in concept and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute any needed documents as approved by the City Attorney.

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
February 24, 2026
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, AGENDA REQUESTS, AND AB1234 REPORTS This portion of the meeting is reserved for council members 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
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING- February 19, 2026
I, John Paul Maier, Deputy City Manager / 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.

DR- FINANCE

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager
SUBJECT: FINANCE MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT

1 11 11 7 3 0
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

TOTAL VIOLENT

CRIMES - DECEMBER
18 11
20 19
8 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

TOTAL PROPERTY

CRIMES - DECEMBER
DR-PD

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
January 27, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: PD MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
December 2025 Stats
29 22
28 22
8 0
5 10
15 20
25 30
35 2021 2022 2023 2024 2025
TOTAL PART 1 CRIMES
Total Violent and Property Crimes Reported 2021 - 2025
December Part 1 Crimes - as of 1/15/2026
0 0
1 0 0
2021 2022 2023 2024 2025

MURDER - DECEMBER
2 0 0 1
3 3
6 6
2 0
NOVEMBER 2025 PART 1

CRIMES BY AREA
0 0 0 0 0
3 4
1 0
DECEMBER 2025 PART 1

CRIMES BY AREA
NOVEMBER 2025 vs. DECEMBER 2025, DOWN BY 61.90%
Part 1 Crimes November 2025 – 21
Part 1 Crimes December 2025 – 8
DECEMBER 2025 – PATROL STATISTICS
Total Incidents (December): 1,310 Total Arrests (December): 15 Felony Arrests:9 Misd. Arrests: 7
Total Incidents (2025): 16,811 Total Arrests (2025): 265 Felony Arrests: 145 Misd. Arrests: 120
Calls for Service (December): 1,080 Calls for Service (2025): 13,240 Citations Issued (December): 7 Citations Issued (2025): 217 1 DR-PD

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: PD MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
January 2026 Stats

0 1 0 0 0
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

MURDER - JANUARY
11 7 3 0 9
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

TOTAL VIOLENT

CRIMES - JANUARY
11 20 19 8 16
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026

TOTAL PROPERTY

CRIMES - JANUARY
22 28
22 8
25 0
5 10
15 20
25 30
2022 2023 2024 2025 2026
TOTAL PART 1 CRIMES
Total Violent and Property Crimes Reported 2021 - 2025
January Part 1 Crimes - as of 2/17/2026
2 0 0 0 0 0
3 4
1 0
DECEMBER 2025 PART 1

CRIMES BY AREA
0 0 2 2
5 6 6
4 0
JANUARY 2026 PART 1

CRIMES BY AREA
DECEMBER 2025 vs JANUARY 2026, UP BY 68%
Part 1 Crimes December 2025 – 8
Part 1 Crimes January 2026 – 25
JANUARY 2025 – PATROL STATISTICS
Total Incidents (January): 1,214 Total Arrests (January): 22 Felony Arrests:10 Misd. Arrests: 12
Total Incidents (2025): 1,214 Total Arrests (2025): 22 Felony Arrests: 10 Misd. Arrests: 12
Calls for Service (January): 994 Calls for Service (2025): 994 Citations Issued (January): 14 Citations Issued (2025): 14 1 DR-AC

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
January 27, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: ANIMAL CONTROL MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
California City Animal Shelter
December 2025 Totals
California City
Animal Shelter Stats
Criteria December, 2025 December, 2024
Total Animals In 17 18
Adoptions 10 8
To Rescues 4 4
Canvassed 0 0
Warnings Issued 12 18
Returned to Owner 2 4
Put to Sleep 6 2
Licenses Issued 15 14
Citations 0 0
Dog Bites 4 0
Owner Surrender 0 0
Calls to PD/Shelter 223 154
DOA 5 6
2 17
10 4
0 12
2 6
15 0
4 0
223
5 18
8 4
0 18
4 2
14 0
0 0
154
6 0 50 100 150 200 250

TOTAL ANIMALS IN

ADOPTIONS

TO RESCUES

CANVASSED

WARNINGS ISSUED

RETURNED TO OWNER

PUT TO SLEEP

LICENSES ISSUED

CITATIONS

DOG BITES

OWNER SURRENDER

CALLS TO PD/SHELTER
DOA
California City Animal Shelter Stats
December, 2024 December, 2025
DR-PW
*** The Public Hearing on March 10, 2026 for the CDBG Grant***

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24 , 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson- Interim City Manager
Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Departmental Report – January 2026

BHT Engineering, Inc.

UPDATED: 2/9/2026

FEDERAL / STATE FUNDED PROJECTS
1 19410 8/19/2019
CMAQ Redwood Blvd. Rehab.
5933-(029) - Preliminary
Engineering
500-ft East of Hacienda Blvd. to 98th Street
12/02/19: Environmental Completed. 2/01/21: Email & Phone comm with Raquel Pacheco from Kern COG. City applied for 2021 CMAQ Call for projects. Kern COG Recommended
Construction funds for funding 2021 CMAQ Call for Projects. 03/07/24 – Const RFA submitted to Caltrans for processing. 04/24/24 - Receive Caltrans Const E-76 and Finance Letter. 04/30/24 – Received PSA from Caltrans - City to accept PSA at 5/14/24 CC meeting. 06/17/24: Spectrum and Frontier to adjust utilities. Construction COMPLETED. Close-out in Progress 2 20407 3/18/2021 Mendiburu Rd
Reconstruction. 5399-(031)
CMAQ paving of existing dirt road from
Hacienda to Neuralia.

City approved program supplement 02/23/2021. Environmental completed. Design In Progress. Invoices sent to Caltrans.

Construction plans ready, project specifications in progress, staff report for council approval of bidding phase January 17th 2023.

Bids opened March 16, 2023. 6 bids received; apparent low bidder is Granite Cons. Project Underfunded. Requested more CMAQ funds to Kern COG. 4/5/23 TTAC committee
recommended additional CMAQ funds. 4/20/23 Kern County
Board voted to authorize additional funds $993,669. 06/13/23 - Council awarded project to Granite Const. Construction
COMPLETED. 4/23/24 - City Accepted project, City Clerk to file NOC w County. 08/06/24 – Caltrans conducted post-construction review - all in order. 08/19/24 – Received Bridge ID 50C0419 from Caltrans. 08/28/24 – Received Contractor executed Ex 17-F and 17-O, reviewed and emailed a copy to Peter Mututwa @ Caltrans. -- Caltrans Close-out in progress
3 21420 7/13/2021 HSIP Cycle 10 - Pedestrian
improvements On CCB from Yerba to Neuralia
3/26/21: Caltrans approved project. Caltrans approved PE funds on 08/02/21. Preliminary engineering Completed. 03/16/23 – Received Construction allocation letter from Caltrans. Bid Opening 6/22/23 - awarded to Cen-Cal Construction. Const.

Completed. 4/23/24 - City Accepted project, City Clerk to file NOC w County. Caltrans Close-out in progress
19 23401 1/4/2023 Hacienda Blvd Rehabilitation
5399-(033)
RSTP On Hacienda Blvd from Manzanita Ave
to Redwood Blvd - Prepare construction plans
and Specs for new Hacienda Blvd pavements
rehabilitation.

Received Caltrans E-76 on 02/08/2023 Authorization to Proceed with Preliminary Engineering. Project will designed together with TDA Art 3 project. 05/03/23 – Received fully executed program supplement agreement – and forwarded to City Staff. - Design Completed. 02/04/24 – Received and filed Const. E-76 from Caltrans. Bid opening July 11, 2024. 08/15/24 – City Council did not approve award of the project. 09/10/24 – Council approved award of project. 09/11/24 – Project completed. Close-out in progress
20 24411 8/2/2024 CMAQ - California City Blvd -
Shoulder Paving
On CCB from Baron Blvd to Maverick St. -
Request Preliminary Engineering Phase
08/13/24 – Completed PE RFA and emailed to Caltrans for execution. Kern COG emailed EPSP to City and to Caltrans. 08/29/24 – Received PE E-76 and FN from Caltrans. 09/04/24 – Received program supplement from Caltrans at 9/24/24 CC meeting for acceptance. 09/09/24 – Received City executed Task order for PE. - Project in Progress, invoicing caltrans in progress
21 25401 1/7/2025
RSTP - California City Blvd
Rehab - Hacienda Blvd. to
94th St.

On CCB from Hacienda Blvd. tp 94th Street -
Request Preliminary Engineering Phase
01/14/25 – Received City executed PE RFA, processed, and transmitted to Caltrans. - Awaiting Caltrans approval for PE Phase. Design in Progress
SB1 FUNDED PROJECTS
19 25413 5/21/2025 SB-1 Funded SB-1 Kenniston Design Phase Bids OPENED Oct 23,2025. Expected project award january 2026.

Construction in progress

LOCAL FUNDED PROJECTS
2 23409 6/11/2021
Isabella Blvd new water main
construction from CCB to
Moss
Prepare construction plans and Specs for new
construction of 12" water main on Isabella
Blvd from CCB to Moss Ave (Approximately
9,000 ft). Formal bidding process.

Design completed, currently waiting construction grant funds allocation from EPA, COORDINATION with US Army Corps in progress/ Awaiting grant approval
3 23410 6/11/2021
CCB new water main
construction from Yerba to
Neuralia
Prepare construction plans and Specs for new
construction of 12" water main on CCB from
Yerba to Neuralia (Approximately 10,000 ft).

Formal bidding process.

Project on hold until funds are available
Task Order
Executed
/Received

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
BHT PROJECT # PROJECT NAME / Limits PROJECT DESCRIPTION STATUS

PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT ACTIVE PROJECTS LIST

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BHT Engineering, Inc.
4 23411 8/9/2023 Well 3 Motor upgrade
Prepare One-Line Diagram for Well #3 for
new 200 HP well motor, plans and
specifications. Formal bid process
Currently seeking natural gas powered motor with Waukesha contractor. Quote preparation is in progress.
5 23412 7/27/2023 Splash Pad Skating Park
project
Prepare construction plans and specifications
for the construction of new splash pad and
skate park including onsite and offsite
improvements
Bid opening March 27, 2024. No bids received. Waiting for Council direction. Construction at 100% completed. Splash features bid opening NOV 20. No bids received. Will seek council approval for open market
6 23415 n/a Rancho Tracts Grants Rancho Tracts water replacement project Grant for project funding was prepared and sent State. Application submitted March 2024. One million awarded to project,
implementation steps in progress. Received email from awarding agency, Cultural resources in progress and EPA grant
coordination. Grant has been approved
7 24405 6/13/2024 Well 10 Rehabilitation Well 10 Rehabilitation Layne preparing a quote for rehabilitation expected end of August After analysis of Layne proposal, project will put out to bid. On Hold until next year budget
8 24409 6/13/2024 Wonder Acres Water Tank Install a 90,000 gal water storage and pumping equipment
Record of Survey completed. Topographic survey and design in progress. Geotechnical Report in progress. Edison power coordination in progress. Edison green light received. Soils Report completed. Coordinating with edision and design progress 9 25402 3/7/2023 Indian Wells VGA Project
IWVGA (Indian Wells Valley Groundwater
Authority) Pipeline Project from Cal-City to
Ridgecrest
Began communications with Provost and Prichard Engineers for initial project planning and impacts on Cal-City's right of way.

Indian Wells to reimburse for all plan checking and project coordination process within City's right of way. Ok to continue per PW email 03/07/2023. 10/04/23 City received $30K initial fee from Indian Wells Valley Groundwater Authority. Project coordination

ON-HOLD
10 25403 1/2/2025 City Yard Area Lights Installation of area lights improvements Design on hold per recent fire. Waiting for new buildings layouts 11 25404 11/4/1966 Splash Pad Parking Lot New parking lot on Conklin for the Splash Pad Paking lot layout completed waiting for Splash features installation to advertsied project
12 25406 8/29/2005 Little League Area lights Field lighting upgrades RFP in progress. Design in progress est completion Jan 2026.

Design completed on 01/31/2026
14 25414 5/14/2025 Vivian Water Main
Replacement Local funded project Bid opening DEC. 3-2025. Staff report submitted for project award.

Contaract docmunets in progress
15 25410 5/2/2025 TDA Call for Projects TDA-Hacienda Pedestrian Improvements COMPLETED application sent to KERNCOG May 30-2025.
kERCOG APPROVED the funding for this project. Design to begin when PE task order is signed. Design expected DEC 2025.design in progress. Est. completion 01/28/26
16 25415 2/13/2024 SCE Elec Service Phase IV Local funded project Right of way map and electrical one-line snet to City for comments. SCE application in progress
17 25416 DAR Steel Bldg TIRP-ZETCP Funded project Task order in progress. 18 25418 11/4/2025 CCB-YERBA Bus stop turnout TIRP-ZETCP Funded project Design in progress. Advertized Dec 2025. Bids on 02/05/2026 19 25419 10/29/2025 Airport UF tanks Removal Local project to comply with State Law RFP cpmpleted. Awaitng city's award 20 25420 T&M SEP 2025 Storm Grant application for State emergency funds Design in progress for Chrysler UPDATED: 2/9/2026

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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
January 2026 Report
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
SUBJECT: TREASURER MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
Balance on Net Balance on Percent
12/31/2026 Transactions 1/31/2026 of Total
Bank of the Sierra -- General Checking $ 2,400,473 $ (410,978) $ 1,989,496 13.56% Bank of the Sierra -- Cannibas Checking $ 334,313 $ 2,181 $ 336,494 2.29% Sub-Total Operating Accounts $ 2,734,786 $ (408,797) $ 2,325,990 Balance on Net Balance on Percent
12/31/2026 Transactions 1/31/2026 of Total
Local Agency Investment Fund (122) $ 6,479,709 $ 80,891 $ 6,560,599 44.72% Kern County Investment Fund (9153) $ 4,699,782 $ 57,375 $ 4,757,157 32.43% Multi-Bank Securities (CD Manager) $ 1,032,704 $ (7,069) $ 1,025,634 6.99% Sub-Total Investment Accounts $ 12,212,194 $ 131,197 $ 12,343,391 Total City Operating Funds $ 14,946,981 $ (277,600) $ 14,669,380 100.00% Checking & CD Accounts 12/31/2026 Net Transactions 1/31/2026 Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking $ 2,086,841 $ 15,130 $ 2,101,971 72.63% Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 7653 $ 115,638 $ 296 $ 115,934 4.01% Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 7654 $ 144,642 $ 370 $ 145,012 5.01% Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 6574 $ 264,839 $ 662 $ 265,501 9.17% Housing Corp. -- Bank of the Sierra, CD 6582 $ 264,839 $ 662 $ 265,501 9.17% Total Housing Corporation Funds $ 2,876,799 $ 17,120 $ 2,893,919 100.00% Checking & CD Investment Accounts 12/31/2026 Net Transactions 1/31/2026 SDI -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking 6370 $ 365,596 $ (125,542) $ 240,054 0.25% SDI -- Bank of the Sierra CD 2389 $ 270,334 $ 682 $ 271,015 0.29% SDI -- US Bank Investments *$ 94,071,553 $ 328,012 $ 94,399,565 99.46% Total SDI Agency Funds $ 94,707,483 $ 203,152 $ 94,910,634 100.00% Checking & Investment Accounts 12/31/2026 Net Transactions 1/31/2026 Successor -- Bank of the Sierra, Checking 8870 $ 714,555 $ 7,500 $ 722,055 45.58% RDA/Successor -- US Bank Investments $ 862,083 $ - $ 862,083 54.42% Total Successor Agency Funds $ 1,576,638 $ 7,500 $ 1,584,138 100.00% Restricted SDI Accounts
Note: Interest earned from the SDI CD is directly deposited into the SDI checking account monthly.

Restricted RDA/Successor Agency Accounts
Restricted Housing Corporation Accounts
FROM: Keith Middleton, City Treasurer
The values presented in this report are extracted from End of Month bank and investments statements.

The General Funds investment portfolio consists of funds for operations, Capital Improvement Projects (CIP), water rate stabilization, administration replacements and reserves.

General Operating Accounts
General Investment Accounts
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January 2026 Report

INVESTMENT POLICY
12/31/2025 1/31/2026
Beginning Market Value 93,749,058 94,071,553
Ending Market Value 94,071,553 94,399,565
322,495 328,012
12/31/2025 1/31/2026
Beginning Market Value - -
Ending Market Value - -
- -
12/31/2025 1/31/2026
Beginning Market Value 0 0
Ending Market Value 0 0
- -
12/31/2025 1/31/2026
Beginning Market Value 0 0
Ending Market Value 0 0
- -
12/31/2025 1/31/2026
Beginning Market Value 862,082 862,082
Ending Market Value 862,082 862,082
- -
Total RDA/Successor Investment Assets 862,083 862,083
Total "US Bank" Investment Assets 94,933,636 95,261,648 Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX RESERVE Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146003)
Market Value Summary - REDEVELOPEMENT AGENCY PROJ AREA TAX Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146000)
Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX INTEREST Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146001)
Market Value Summary - SUCCESSOR AGENCY Proj Area TAX PRINCIPAL Investment Results (Acct. Number 211146002)
RDA/Successor Agency Accounts
California City, California 93505

TREASURER'S MONTHLY REPORT OF INVESTMENT
The Treasurer shall invest the City's monies as permitted in the Citie's approved investment policy and approval of both the City Manager and Finance Director. The Treasurer shall consider current and projected cash needs in making such investments.

US Bank
SDI Account
Market Value Summary - CUSTODIAN ACCOUNT
Investment Results (Acct. Number 104388-010)
US Bank
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PROCLAMATION
Proclaiming February 2026 as Safe Surrender Baby Awareness Month in California City
WHEREAS, the City of California City proclaims February 2026 as Safely Surrendered Baby Awareness Month and advises all community members of planned events to highlight the importance of the Safely Surrendered Baby Law; and
WHEREAS, the Safely Surrendered Baby Law responds to the increasing number of newborn infant deaths due to abonnement in unsafe locations. First created in January 2001, the law’s intent is to save the lives of newborn infants at risk of abandonment by encouraging parents or persons with lawful custody to safely surrender the infant within 72 hours of birth, with no questions asked.

WHEREAS, since 2006, Kern County has had 105 babies safely surrendered; and WHEREAS, in Kern County, a newborn baby can be safely surrendered into the hands of any hospital emergency room or Fire Station staff. The Safely Surrendered Baby Coalition, under the coordination of the Department of Human Services, works to educate Kern County residents about this important law; and
WHEREAS, the February 2026 Awareness Campaign will alert the community about the Safely Surrendered Baby Law as a much better option than abandoning a baby; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Mayor Marquette Hawkins, on behalf of the City Council of the City of California City do hereby proclaim February 2026, as SAFELY SURRENDERED BABY AWARENESS MONTH.

Dated: May 28th, 2024
____________________________
Marquette Hawkins, Mayor
PH 1

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: A Public Hearing to Adopt A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City Determining that California City has No Unmet Transit Needs That Cannot Reasonably Be Met by the Existing System
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

The Transportation Development Act of 1971 (“TDA”) (Pub. Util. Code, § 99200 et seq.) provides two funding sources:

1. Local Transportation Fund (LTF) which is derived from a ¼ cent of the general sales tax collected statewide.

2. State Transit Assistance fund (STA), which is derived from the statewide sales tax on gasoline and diesel fuel.

The TDA funds a wide variety of transportation programs, including planning and program activities, pedestrian and bicycle facilities, community transit services, public transportation, and bus and rail projects.

In order to qualify for funding under TDA, a transit claimant must maintain a ratio of fare revenues to operating cost at least equal to the ratio it had during 1978/79, or 10 percent, if the claimant is in a non-urbanized area, whichever is greater.

Public participation is a key component of TDA. Public meetings are held in eligible counties to discuss transportation needs and hear concerns.

In particular, Public Utilities Code section 99401.5, a provision of the TDA, requires at least one public hearing to determine to identify unmet transit needs within the City and those needs that are reasonable to meet.

The proposed Resolution would adopt a finding by the City Council that the City has no unmet transit needs that are not reasonably met by the existing system.

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FISCAL IMPACT:

The current TDA/LTF fund balance for California City is being verified and will be provided as soon as it is available. The City will be updating its backlog of TDA audit submissions to KernCOG as part of the fiscal year 2024-25 audit process.

RECOMMENDATION:

Conduct the Unmet Transit Needs public hearing and adopt a resolution determining that the City has no unmet transit needs that cannot reasonably be met by the existing system.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

None.

ATTACHMENT:

Proposed Resolution 2026-3213
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-3213

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA

CITYDETERMINING THATCALIFORNIA CITYHASNOUNMET TRANSIT

NEEDS THAT CANNOT REASONABLY BE MET BY THE EXISTING
SYSTEM
WHEREAS, Public Utilities Code section 99401.5 requires the Kern Council of Governments (KCOG)to find that that the City of California City (“City”) has no unmet transit needs that cannot reasonably be met prior to approving the City's use of Transportation Development Act (Pub. Util. Code, § 99200 et seq.) (“TDA”) monies for street and road projects; and
WHEREAS, in addition to annually holding its own public hearing (as required by the TDA), KCOG requires all agencies intending to file claims to use TDA funds for street and road projects to hold a public hearing to identify transit needs within their respective jurisdictions; and
WHEREAS, on February 24, 2026, the City Council of the City (“City Council”) held a duly noticed public hearing at which all persons desiring to comment on transit needs were given the opportunity to address, and were heard by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the City Council has responded to comments received at the public hearing, and concluded that there are no unmet transit needs that cannot reasonably be met within the City.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2: Based on comments received from the public, the City Council hereby determines that there are no unmet transit needs that cannot reasonably be met within the City.

SECTION 3: The City Clerk shall forward a copy of this Resolution to the Kern Council of Governments.

SECTION 4: The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution.
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SECTION 5: This Resolution becomes effective immediately upon approval by the City Council.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of California City this ___ day of _________________ 2026. __________________________
Marquette Hawkins
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:
___________________________ __________________________
John Paul Maier, MBA, MMC Victor M. Ponto,
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, John Paul Maier, City Clerk of the City of California City, California, hereby certify that the foregoing resolution was duly adopted at a meeting of the City Council of said City at its meeting held on the ____ of ______________ 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have hereunto set my hand and affixed the official seal of the City of California City, California, this ____day of ________, 2026. __________________________
John Paul Maier, MBA, MMC
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
CC 1

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager
SUBJECT: Approve City Check Register dated 02/06/2026-02/19/2026 BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

The following checks have been prepared by the Finance Department. The items are provided to the Mayor and City Council for review and approval.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council discuss and approve the attached check register.

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY CC 2.

Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR
Jim Creighton

MAYOR PRO TEM
Della Clark
Ronald Smith

COUNCIL MEMBERS
Sean Grayson

INTERIM CITY

MANAGER

MINUTES

CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY JANUARY 27, 2026 @ 5:00 PM
COUNCIL CHAMBERS 21000 HACIENDA BLVD., CALIFORNIA
CITY, CA 93505 & VIA ZOOM
If you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, contact the City Clerk at (760) 373-7140 or via email at [email protected]. We request a 24-hour notification prior to the meeting in order for the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility. (28 CFR 35.102-35.104 American Disabilities Act Title II) Zoom instructions and notes:

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Public is urged to listen to the meeting in a quiet place, to avoid background noise. We also request public to MUTE your audio device when not commenting to avoid disruption during meeting.
**Please take this time to turn off your cell phones ** CLOSED SESSION 4:00PM
CALL TO ORDER- MAYOR HAWKINS CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 4:00 P.M.

ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, Mayor Hawkins- ALL PRESENT ADOPT THE AGENDA- MOTION TO ADOPT MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON / 2ND BY

COUNCILMEMBER CLARK

CLOSED SESSION
CS 1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL—EXISTING LITIGATION (Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(1)): Two cases
Lamberth v. California City (Case no. 25CUB00029) –
Vincent v. California City (Case No. BCV-25-102867) –
CS 2. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT- (Government Code Section 54957) Title: Police Officer

REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION- CITY ATTORNEY VICTOR PONTO REPORTED OUT OF CLOSED SESSION AT 5:00 P.M.

COUNSEL WAS GIVEN AND DIRECTION WAS RECEIVED FOR CS 1 AND CS 2; NO FURTHER

REPORTABLE ACTIONS AT THIS TIME

CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00PM
CALL TO ORDER- MAYOR HAWKINS CALLED THE MEETING TO ORDER AT 5:03 P.M.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / INVOCATION- PASTOR MARK GOODELL OF DESERT SONG CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY CC 2.

FOURSQUARE GAVE INVOCATION
ROLL CALL –
Councilmembers: Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, Mayor Hawkins- ALL PRESENT

DEPARTMENT REPORTS
Planning Treasure
PW Finance

CITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
JM POWERS: DATED- January 16, 2026, January 17, 2026, and January 18, 2026

CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS

THE FOLLOWING INVIDUALS SPOKE DURING PUBLIC COMMENT REGARDING CORECIVIC, STREETS, AND THE JUNE 2, 2026 ELECTION

SAM JM AL ALE SHAWN AMANDA ENRIQUE ARABI BRYAN

ALEJANDRA OLIVIA ZACK RAFAEL KHIN MELODY

BRUNO JESSICA BERTO ATTORNEY BRYAN EVERSMILES

MAYOR HAWKINS SUSPENDED THE PUBLIC COMMENTS UNTIL THE END OF THE AGENDA AT 6:30 P.M.

PUBLIC HEARING
MOTION TO ADOPT ORDINANCE NO. 25-830 MADE BY COUNCILMEMBER SMITH / 2ND BY:

MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER(S): CLARK, SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON, MAYOR

HAWKINS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
PH 1. An Ordinance Of The City Council Of The City Of California City, California Amending California City Municipal Code, Title 8, Chapter 1, Section 8-1.01, To Adopt The 2025 California Building Code Series (12 Parts), And Amending Title 5, Chapter 1, Article 5 To Adopt The 1997 Uniform Code For The Abatement Of Dangerous Buildings And The 2024 International Property Maintenance (Second Reading and Adoption)
A. Open Public Hearing
B. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY CC 2.

C. Public Comment
D. Close Public Hearing
E. Discussion
F. Recommended Action: Staff recommends that the City Council.

1. Conduct Public Hearing for Second Reading and Adoption of Ordinance No. 25-830.

2. Close the public hearing.

3. Adopt Ordinance No. 25-830 Or;

4. Take other actions as desired

CONSENT CALENDAR

MOTION TO APPROVE CC1 AND CC2 MADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON / 2ND BY MAYOR

HAWKINS
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER(S): CLARK, SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON, MAYOR

HAWKINS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
CC 1. Approve Check Register dated 01/09/2026-01/22/2026 CC 2. Approve Minutes for 1/13/2026 Regular Meeting

CONTINUED BUSINESS

COUNCILMEMBER SMITH REQUESTED CONCENSUS TO BRING FORTH AN IMMEDIATE ACTION FOR A BUDGET ADJUSTMENT TO REDUCE THE BUDGET BY 1.2 MILLION DOLLARS CB 1. Staff Report: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Subject: A Resolution of the City Council of The City of California City Identifying Local Fiscal Distress Based on Decreased Revenue And Increased Liabilities; Approving the City Manager’s Fiscal Distress Immediate Action Plan; and calling for a Budget Stabilization and Fiscal Distress Plan
Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-3207

COUNCILMEMBER SMITH MOTIONED TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 26-3207 WITH THE FOLLOWING CHANGES / 2ND BY: MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON
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• STRIKE-FROM AS SOON AS THE BUDGET REVIEW TO IMMEDIATELY (AS

IMMEDIATELY IS THE ONLY OPTION)
• AND ADD WHEREAS THE CITY HAS SPENT MORE THAN ITS REVENUES • CHANGING THE FEDERAL ECONOMIC STATEMENT TO READ WHEREAS THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY CC 2.

FEDERAL GOVERNMENT HAS IMPLEMENTED SEVERAL ECONOMIC POLICIES

THAT MAY IMPACT THE NATIONAL LOCAL ECONOMY
CB 2. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Accept the Bid as Submitted By Aventus Nv Inc for Vivian Pl Water Main Replacement Project From Cal-City Blvd To Charlene Pl in the Amount of $214,849.72; and Authorize the Interim City Manager to Execute the Construction Agreement Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. 26-3208 MOTION TO APPROVE RESOLUTION 26-3208 BADE BY MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON/ 2ND BY MAYOR HAWKINS
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER(S): CLARK, SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON, MAYOR

HAWKINS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE

NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. Staff Report: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
Subject: A Discussion and Direction on the Preparation of a Ballot Measure to Put Before the Voters on the June 2, 2026, Primary Election Amending the City’s Transient Occupancy Tax Rate Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council discuss and provide direction to staff.

MOTION TO APPROVE THIS ITEM TO BE PLACED ON THE NOVEMBER 2026 BALLOT MADE BY COUNCILMEMBER SMITH / 2ND BY: COUNCILMEMBER CLARK
AYES: COUNCILMEMBER(S): CLARK, SMITH, MAYOR PRO TEM CREIGHTON, MAYOR

HAWKINS
NOES: NONE
ABSENT: NONE
ABSTAIN: NONE
PUBLIC COMMENT RECONVENED AT 8:10 P.M.

CAROLINE GRISEL INTERFAITH MOVEMENT
COUNCILMEMBER COMMENTS, AGENDA REQUESTS, AND AB1234 REPORTS This portion of the meeting is reserved for council members 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 COUNCILMEMBER SMITH MOTIONED TO ADJOURN AT 8:41 P.M. / 2ND BY MAYOR

PRO TEM CREIGHTON

ALL IN FAVOR
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY CC 2.

AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING- January 23, 2026
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.

CC 3

COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Approval of an Agreement With EZ-GO to Lease Thirty (30) New Golf Carts in Annual Amount of $46,718.16 for Use at the City Owned Tierra Del Sol Golf Course
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

The City currently leases thirty (30) golf carts from EZ-GO for use at the City Owned Tierra Del Sol Golf Course. The current lease expires March 1, 2026, and the existing golf carts will be retrieved by the lease holder. The existing vendor has provided a five-year lease agreement proposal (attached) for thirty (30) new golf carts and will coordinate a month-to-month extension of the current lease until the new golf carts are delivered and placed in-service.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impact of this action would be a maximum of $46,718.16 per year for five (5) years. in fiscal year 2025/26 using general fund balance. Fund 40-4566-240 “Equipment Rental” would continue to be used to fund the expense as it has been for the current agreement.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the agreement with EZ-GO and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute and related contracts or agreements.

ATTACHMENTS:

EZ-GO Golf Cart Lease Proposal
PREPARED FOR:

The Best Will Always Have Our
Name On It.

City of California City
Tierra Del Sol Golf Course
Partner with the Industry Leader
January 12, 2026
Tierra Del Sol
21000 HACIENDA AVE
CALIFORNIA CITY, 93505
E-Z-GO® is honored to prepare this exclusive proposal for Tierra Del Sol and its members. Since 1954, E-Z-GO has been at the forefront of innovation, reliability and service for the last 70 years. We are committed to providing our customers with vehicle solutions that exceed expectations and perform to the demands of your facilities.

E-Z-GO and Cushman® vehicles are manufactured with purpose in mind. We have taken the golf car industry by storm with technologies such as the Samsung Powered ELiTE Lithium batteries, a first-of-its-kind EX1 gas engine, and our Textron Pace systems. These technologies, paired with our reliable fleet and utility vehicle options, provide an experience refined to elevate and improve any course to a premium caliber.

The E-Z-GO and Cushman advantage goes far beyond our products. You’ll gain access to a level of service and support unsurpassed in the industry, through the largest fleet of factory direct service technicians, our strong network of factory-owned branch locations and authorized distributors.

Through highly reputable regional sponsorships, professional golfers and industry partners, we are dedicated to advancing the game of golf and the industry that fuels it.

Our constant pursuit for innovation, performance and customer service elevated our name to the premium provider in the industry.

We’re committed to the game and will never stop looking for what’s next. Never settling has put our products on the most prestigious courses and facilities in the world so if you’re looking for the best, E-Z-GO and Cushman have you covered.

As you review the enclosed materials, please do not hesitate to contact me with additional questions. I look forward to hearing from you soon, and to serving you at Tierra Del Sol.

With sincere appreciation,
Austin Stinson
Territory Sales Manager
[email protected]
Proposal
Tierra Del Sol
January 12, 2026

RXV ELITE
5-YEAR BATTERY WARRANTY ZERO MAINTENANCE BATTERIES ADVANCED INTELLIBRAKE TECHNOLOGY

SAMSUNG SDI LITHIUM BATTERIES UNBEATABLE ENERGY EFFICIENCY LOWEST COST OF OPERATIONS 2026 Model Year 30
Body Color Slate Gray 30
Standard Seat Gray 30
Hole-in-One 18x8.50-8, 4 Ply, White Steel Wheel 30
Spoke, Silver (Set of 4) 30

2.2 Single ELiTE Battery Pack 30
Light World Charger, ELiTE (3 m [10 ft] Cord) 30
Premium Steering Wheel 30
Fender Scuff Guard 30
Tow Bar Casual 1
USB Port 30
Sand Bottle (Single) (Both) 60
Message Holder - Modular Canopy 30
Windshield, Fold Down 30
Sun Canopy, 2 Passenger Modular, Black 30
Custom Logo/Decals 30
Freight 30

STANDARD FEATURES

ACCESSORIES
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Proposal
Tierra Del Sol
January 12, 2026

CURRENT LEASE CONDITIONS
Upon acceptance of this proposal, Tierra Del Sol current lease schedule(s) 98980625-3 will be terminated after Mar 1, 2026 payment has been made provided the lease is current and in good standing.

This last payment date is subject to change due to shifts in the delivery timeline. Unless otherwise stated, the last payment will coincide with the month of the new delivery.

SPECIAL CONSIDERATIONS
Based on the structure of the above proposed deal, the following documentation will be required for all deals, to establish creditworthiness:

LEASED NEEDS:
• Signed Credit Application, Last two full years of Audited Financial Statements, and YTD Financial Statements (Income Statement, Balance Sheet) CASH PURCHASE NEEDS:
• Bank Letter (Proof of Funds at 90 days prior to delivery) OR Financials (Income Statement, Balance Sheet) to establish a Credit Limit with E-Z-GO.

While it’s our intent to hold this pricing, this pricing is subject to change due to factors that are beyond the control of E-Z-GO. Final interest rates, trade values, commodities and other factors will be determined 45 days prior to delivery.

The terms of the Pace Technology Data Systems Agreement (available under “Download Documents” at https://ezgo.com/pacetechnologyprivacy) governs the use of Pace Technology systems and services, including the entry and processing of any Personal Data.

NOTE: All goods ordered in error by the Customer or goods the Customer wishes to return are subject to a restock fee. The restock fee is 3% of the original invoice value of the goods. Prices quoted above are those currently in effect and are guaranteed subject to acceptance within 30 days of the date of this proposal. Applicable state taxes, local taxes, and insurance are not included. Lease rates may change if alternate financing is required. Payment schedule(s) does not include any finance, documentation, or initiation fees that may be included with the first payment. All lease cars and trades must be in running condition and a fleet inspection will be performed prior to pick up. It is the club's responsibility to either repair damages noted or pay for the repairs to be completed. All electric cars must have a working charger. All pricing and trade values are contingent upon management approval. Any change to the accessory list must be obtained in writing at least 30 days prior to production date.  YEAR MODEL QTY TERM CAR/MONTH TOTAL MONTHLY PRICE
\fmvone1_2\ 2026 RXV ELiTE 30 60 Month $129.77 $3,893.18 MONTHLY AMOUNT $3,893.18

NUMBER OF PAYMENTS PER YEAR PAYMENT MONTHS DELIVERY FIRST PAYMENT 12 All March 1 month after delivery

FAIR MARKET VALUE LEASE

PROGRAM DETAILS
Proposal
Tierra Del Sol
January 12, 2026
Tierra Del Sol E-Z-GO
Accepted by:\s1\ _________________________________________ Accepted by:\s2\ _________________________________________ Title:\t1\ ________________________________________________ Title:\t2\ ________________________________________________ Date:\d1\ _______________________________________________ Date:\d2\ _______________________________________________ }
MODEL YEAR 2026
Limited Warranty Terms and Conditions – RXV ELiTE Fleet Vehicles The Textron E-Z-GO LLC. (“Company”) provides that any new Model Year 2026 E-Z-GO RXV Fleet Elite electric vehicle (Vehicles factory equipped with a lithium battery pack) (the “Vehicles”) and/or the battery charger for the Vehicle’s lithium battery pack purchased from the Company, a Company affiliate, or an authorized Company dealer or distributor, or leased from a leasing company approved by the Company, shall be free from defects in material or workmanship under normal use and service (the “Limited Warranty”). This Limited Warranty with respect only to parts and labor is extended to the Original Retail Purchaser or the Original Retail Lessee (“Purchaser”) for defects reported to the Company no later than the following warranty periods for the Vehicle parts and components set forth below (the “Warranty Period”):

Part or Component Warranty Period

FRAME - WORKMANSHIP LIFETIME
SUSPENSION - Steering Gearbox, steering column, shocks and leaf springs 4 Years MAJOR ELECTRONICS – Electric motor, solid state speed controller 4 Years LITHIUM BATTERY SYSTEM – Battery pack, battery management system, battery charger, and charger receptacle 5 Years PEDAL GROUP - Pedal assemblies, and motor brake 4 Years SEATS - Seat bottom, seat back and hip restraints 3 Years CANOPY SYSTEM - Canopy and canopy struts 4 Years
POWERTRAIN – Electric axle 3 Years
BODY GROUP – Front and rear cowls, side panels and instrument panel 3 Years OTHER ELECTRICAL COMPONENTS – Solenoid, limit switches, DC/DC converter, F&R switch, charger cord, wiring harness
3 Years
ALL REMAINING COMPONENTS - All options and accessories supplied by E-Z-GO at time of delivery, and all components not specified elsewhere
2 Years
INITIAL ADJUSTMENTS – Initial alignment, adjustments, fastener tightening 90 days ALL PACE SCREENS supplied by Company at time of purchase 5 Years ALL OTHER PACE COMPONENTS supplied by Company at time of purchase 3 Years The Warranty Period for all parts and components of the Vehicle other than Lithium Batteries shall commence on the date of delivery to the Purchaser’s location or the date on which the Vehicle is placed in Purchaser-requested storage. The Warranty Period for Lithium Batteries shall commence on the earliest of the following dates:
• of Vehicle delivery to the Purchaser’s location,
• on which the Vehicle is placed in Purchaser- requested storage or • that is sixty (60) days from the date of sale or lease of the Vehicle by the Company to an authorized Company dealer or distributor.

Parts repaired or replaced under this Limited Warranty are warranted for the remainder of the length of the original Warranty Period. This Limited Warranty applies only to the Purchaser and not to any subsequent purchaser or lessee without the prior written approval from the Director of the Company’s Customer Care / Warranty Department.

EXCLUSIONS: Specifically EXCLUDED from this Limited Warranty are:
• routine maintenance items, normal wear and tear, cosmetic deterioration or electrical components damaged as a result of fluctuations in electric current;
• damage to or deterioration of a Vehicle, part or battery charger resulting from an accident or collision, or from the neglect, abuse, or inadequate maintenance of the Vehicles;
• damage resulting from installation or use of parts or accessories not approved by Company, including but not limited to subsequent failures of the Vehicle, other parts or the battery charger due to the installation and/or use of parts and accessories not approved by Company;
• warranty repairs performed by someone other than a Company branch or an authorized and qualified Dealer designee. Warranty repairs performed by someone other than a Company branch or an authorized and qualified Dealer or designee shall void the Limited Warranty;
• damage or loss resulting from acts of nature, vandalism, theft, war or other events over which Company has no control; • any and all expenses incurred in transporting the Vehicle to and from the Company or an authorized and qualified Dealer, distributor or designee for warranty service or in performing field warranty service; and • any and all expenses, fees or duties incurred relative to inbound freight, importation, or customs.

THIS LIMITED WARRANTY MAY BE VOIDED OR LIMITED AT THE SOLE DISCRETION OF COMPANY IF THE VEHICLE AND/OR BATTERY CHARGER:
• shows indications that routine maintenance was not performed in accordance with the Owner’s Manual provided with the Vehicle, including but not limited to rotation of fleet, proper tire inflation, and lack of charging. • shows indications that non-recommended lubricants were applied to the Vehicle and any part thereof; • shows indications that the speed governor was adjusted or modified to permit the Vehicle to operate beyond Company specifications; • shows indications that it has been altered or modified in any way from Company specifications, including but not limited to alterations to the speed braking system, electrical system, passenger capacity or seating; • has been altered to be used or operated outside of Company approved applications, specified environments or performance conditions; • is equipped with tires not expressly approved by Company for use with the Vehicles; • lacks an adequate number of operating battery chargers, or uses unapproved battery chargers forthe Vehicle or uses extension cords with battery chargers;
• shows indication that the battery charger has been modified to charged vehicles not approved for the charger; • has electrical accessories that are not manufactured orsold by the Company for use with the Vehicle or any electrical energy consuming devices installed directly to the battery pack;
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• shows indications that the battery pack was disassembled, opened, or tampered with in any way; • shows indications that attempts may have been made to intentionally reduce the battery pack life; • contain lithium battery packs that are not paired with the battery management system as supplied by the Company; Storage and Operation Limitations Condition Time Allowed STORAGE BETWEEN CHARGE CYCLES 3 months
STORAGE BETWEEN -22°F (-30°C) AND -4°F (-20°C) STORAGE ONLY – NO CHARGING OR DISCHARGING OF BATTERY PACK 1 month OPERATION OF VEHICLE BELOW -4°F (-20°C) OR ABOVE 140°F (60°C) NOT ALLOWED USE OF NON-APPROVED PARTS AND ACCESSORIES: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY SHALL NOT APPLY TO ANY PROPERTY DAMAGE OR ADDITIONAL ENERGY CONSUMPTION

ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO PARTS OR ACCESSORIES NOT MANUFACTURED OR EXPRESSLY AUTHORIZED BY THE COMPANY, OR WHICH WERE NOT

INSTALLED BY THE COMPANY, ITS DEALERS OR DISTRIBUTORS, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO GPS SYSTEMS, COOLING AND HEATING SYSTEMS, COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS, INFORMATION SYSTEMS, OR OTHER FORMS OF ENERGY CONSUMING DEVICES WIRED DIRECTLY OR INDIRECTLY TO THE VEHICLE BATTERIES.

REMEDY: Purchaser’s sole and exclusive remedy under this Limited Warranty in the event of a defect in material or workmanship in the Vehicle, any part or component, or battery charger during the applicable Warranty Period is that Company will, at its sole option, repair or replace any defective parts. For such warranty repairs or replacements, the Company may, at its discretion, provide factory reconditioned parts or new components from alternate suppliers. All replaced parts become the sole property of the Company. This exclusive remedy will not be deemed to have failed of its essential purpose so long as the Company has made reasonable efforts to repair or replace the defective parts.

DISCLAIMER: THIS LIMITED WARRANTY IS THE SOLE AND EXCLUSIVE WARRANTY PROVIDED FOR THE VEHICLES AND BATTERY CHARGER AND IS MADE IN

LIEU OF ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE, ALL SUCH OTHER WARRANTIES BEING EXPLICITLY DISCLAIMED.

LIABILITY LIMITATIONS: IN NO CASE SHALL THE COMPANY BE LIABLE FOR INDIRECT, INCIDENTAL, SPECIAL, PUNITIVE OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES, INCLUDING

BUT NOT LIMITED TO DEATH, PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE ARISING FROM OR RELATED TO ANY ALLEGED FAILURE IN A VEHICLE OR BATTERY

CHARGER, OR ANY DAMAGE OR LOSS TO THE PURCHASER OR ANY THIRD PARTY FOR LOST TIME, INCONVENIENCE OR ANY ECONOMIC LOSS, WHETHER OR NOT THE COMPANY WAS APPRISED OF THE FORSEEABILITY OF SUCH DAMAGES OR LOSSES. ANY LEGAL CLAIM OR ACTION ARISING THAT ALLEGES BREACH OF WARRANTY MUST BE BROUGHT WITHIN THREE (3) MONTHS FROM THE DATE THE WARRANTY CLAIM ARISES. THIS LIMITED WARRANTY GIVES YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU MAY HAVE OTHER RIGHTS WHICH VARY FROM STATE TO STATE. SOME STATES DO NOT ALLOW THE EXCLUSION OF INCIDENTAL

DAMAGES OR LIMITATIONS ON HOW LONG AN IMPLIED WARRANTY MAY LAST, SO THE ABOVE EXCLUSIONS AND LIMITATIONS MAY NOT APPLY TO YOU WARNING: ANY MODIFICATION OR CHANGE TO THE VEHICLE OR BATTERY CHARGER WHICH ALTERS THE WEIGHT DISTRIBUTION OR STABILITY OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASES THE VEHICLE’S SPEED, OR ALTERS THE OUTPUT OF THE BATTERY CHARGER BEYOND FACTORY SPECIFICATIONS, CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH. DONOTMAKEANYSUCHMODIFICATIONSORCHANGES. SUCH MODIFICATIONS OR CHANGES WILL VOID THIS LIMITED WARRANTY. THE COMPANY DISCLAIMS RESPONSIBILITY FOR ANY SUCH MODIFICATIONS, CHANGES OR ALTERATIONS WHICH WOULD ADVERSELY IMPACT THE SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE OR BATTERY CHARGER.

LITHIUM BATTERY WARRANTY LIMITATIONS, CONDITIONS AND EXCEPTIONS:
• Claims for battery replacement require specific testing, as specified by Company’s Customer Care / Warranty Department. The Company, or an authorized Company dealer or distributor, should be contacted to obtain a copy of the required tests. • IF IT IS DETERMINED THAT PARTS OR ACCESSORIES WERE INSTALLED DIRECTLY TO THE VEHICLE’S BATTERY PACK WITHOUT THE COMPANY’S EXPRESS WRITTEN APPROVAL, THEN THE WARRANTY FOR THE BATTERY PACK AND THE BATTERY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM SHALL BE VOID. • ALL NON-FACTORY INSTALLED ACCESSORIES REQUIRE THE INSTALLATION AND USE OF ACOMPANY APPROVED DC TO DC CONVERTER THAT USES ENERGY FROM ALL BATTERIES.
• Electric Vehicle storage facilities must provide the following:
• ample electrical power to charge all Vehicles and allow the charger to shut off automatically; • battery chargers must each have an independent dedicated 15 amp circuit; • each battery charger must be connected to its circuit with at minimum a NEMA 15-5R three-pin receptacle; • one (1) functional charger for each Vehicle in the fleet with a proper electrical supply as specified above; and • BATTERY CHARGERS MUST BE THE COMPANY APPROVED CHARGERS FOR LITHIUM BATTERY PACK VEHICLES.

OTHER COMPANY RIGHTS:
• Company may perform semi-annual vehicle inspections (directly or through assigned Company representatives) through the term of any fleet lease. • Company may improve, modify or change the design of any Company vehicle, part or battery charger without being responsible to modify previously manufactured vehicles, parts or battery chargers.
• Company may audit and inspect the Purchaser’s facility, maintenance records and its Vehicles prior to approving any warranty claim; furthermore, Company may use a third party to perform such audit or inspection of the Purchaser’s storage facilities, and/or batteries. • THE WARRANTY FOR ALL VEHICLES IN A FLEET SHALL BE VOIDED IF DATA SUBMITTED FOR AN INDIVIDUAL VEHICLE WARRANTY CLAIM CONTAINS FALSE OR MISLEADING INFORMATION.

AUTHORITY: No Company employee, dealer, distributor or representative, or any other person, has any authority to bind Company to any modifications of the terms and conditions of this Limited Warranty without the express written approval from the Director of the Company’s Customer Care / Warranty Department. }
FOR FURTHER INFORMATION, CALL 1-800-774-3946, GO TO TSV.COM, OR WRITE TO TEXTRON SPECIALIZED VEHICLES INC., ATTENTION:

TSV CUSTOMER CARE / WARRANTY DEPARTMENT, 1451 MARVIN GRIFFIN ROAD, AUGUSTA, GEORGIA 30906 USA.

TSV P/N 657284G26
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CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City Authorizing Acceptance of Completed Work by Zenitram Inc. DBA ANM Construction for Splash Park Phase 1
BACKGROUND/DISCUSSION:

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).

The Splash Park Phase 1 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.

On November 12, 2024, Zenitram Inc., doing business as ANM Construction (“ANM”), received a contract from the City Council valued at $824,241.00. The final project cost amounted to $857,921.84, reflecting a $33,680.84 increase because adjustments to the main electrical trench were needed to avoid the Skate Park. This change represents a 4% rise over the original contract, which is still within the 10% contingency limit previously approved by the City Council.

On December 5, 2025, the Engineering Department reviewed the project and informed Public Works that everything meets the required plans and specifications.

The proposed Resolution would authorize acceptance of the completed work on the Project, direct the City Clerk to file a Notice of Completion for the Project with the Kern County Recorder, and authorize payment of the retention funds owed to ANM.

FISCAL IMPACT: The proposed Resolution would result in the expenditure of a total of $857,921.84 in ARPA funds.

Funding: ARPA Funds $ 857,921.84
Local Match $ 0
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RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve a Resolution authorizing acceptance of completed work by Zenitram Inc. dba ANM Construction for Splash Park Phase 1, directing the City Clerk to file Notice of Completion with Kern County Recorder, and authorize payment of retention funds.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

None.

ATTACHMENTS:

Resolution 2026-3214
Notice of Completion
Before and After Pictures
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-3214

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY,

CALIFORNIA AUTHORIZING ACCEPTANCE OF COMPLETED WORK BY
ZENITRAM INC. DBA ANM CONSTRUCTION FOR SPLASH PARK PHASE 1,

DIRECTING THE CITY CLERK TO FILE A NOTICE OF COMPLETION WITH

THE KERN COUNTY RECORDER, AND AUTHORIZING PAYMENT OF

RETENTION FUNDS
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); and
WHEREAS, the Splash Park Phase 1 project (the “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; and
WHEREAS, on November 12, 2024, Zenitram Inc., doing business as ANM Construction (“ANM”), was awarded a contract by the City Council of the City of California City (“City Council”) valued at $824,241.00 for the Project, which includes site grading, concrete work, electrical installations, lighting, and construction of a restroom facility; and WHEREAS, the total cost of the final Project was $857,921.84, which is $33,680.84 higher due to necessary changes to the main electrical trench to avoid the Skate Park. This adjustment amounts to a 4% increase over the original contract but remains within the previously approved 10% contingency limit set by the City Council; and
WHEREAS, the Engineering Department has verified that the work meets the plans and specifications as of December 5, 2025.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2: The City Council hereby authorizes acceptance of completed work for the Project by ANM and authorizes payment of retention funds due to ANM in the amount of $33,680.84.

SECTION 3: The City Council hereby directs the City Clerk to record a Notice of Completion for the Project with the Kern County Recorder.

SECTION 4: The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

SECTION 5: This Resolution becomes effective immediately upon approval by the City Council.
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PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 24th day of February 2026 by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Marquette E. Hawkins
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

John Paul Maier, MBA, MMC Victor M. Ponto
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk City Attorney
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STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF KERN } SS
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY }
I, John Paul Maier, 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 ________________ 2026, by the following vote:

John Paul Maier
Deputy City Manager/City Clerk
Recording Requested By:

FOR DE BENEFIT OF:

CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
When Recorded Mail to:

City of California City
21000 Hacienda Blvd.

California City, CA 93505

NOTICE OF COMPLETION
NOTICE IS HEREBY GIVEN THAT:

1. The undersigned is OWNER or Agent of the OWNER of the interest or estate stated below in the property hereinafter described.

2. The FULL NAME of the OWNER is City of California City

3. The FULL ADDRESS of the OWNER is 21000 Hacienda Blvd. California City, CA 93505

4. The NATURE OF THE INTEREST or ESTATE of the undersigned is: In Fee. (if other than fee, Strike "In Fee" and insert, for example, "Purchaser under contract of purchase," or "Lessee.")

5. The FULL NAMES and FULL ADDRESSES of ALL PERSONS, if any, WHO HOLD SUCH INTEREST or ESTATE with the undersigned as JOINT TENANTS IN COMMON are:

Names Addresses

6. The full names and full addresses of the predecessors in interest of the undersigned if the property was transferred after the commencement of the work of improvement herein referred to:

Names Addresses

7. A work of improvement on the property hereinafter described was COMPLETED December 5, 2025

8. The work of improvement completed is described as follows: Splash Park Phase 1 Located in the Central Park

9. The NAME OF THE ORIGINAL CONTRACTOR, if any, for such work of improvement is: Zenitram Inc. dba ANM Construction

10. The street address of said property is: Intersection of California City Blvd and Conklin Blvd California City, CA

11. The property on which said work of improvement was completed is in the City of California City, County of Kern, State of California, and is described as follows:

Site grading, installation of concrete walks, pre-manufactured restroom, area lights and signage, and any related, mechanical, and electrical systems
(Mayor)
Date Marquette E. Hawkins – City Mayor
Verification for INDIVIDUAL owner
I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I am the owner of the aforesaid interest or estate in the property described in the above notice; that I have said notice, that I know and understand the contents thereof, and that the facts stated therein are true and correct.

Date and Place Signature of Owner named in paragraph 2
Verification for NON-INDIVIDUAL owner: I, the undersigned, declare under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California that I am the City Mayor of the aforesaid interest or estate in the property described in the above notice; that I have read the said notice, that I know and understand the contents thereof, and that the facts stated therein are true and correct. - City of California City (Mayor)
Date and Place Marquette E. Hawkins – City Mayor
SUBSCRIBED AND SWORN TO before me on
John Maeir, City Clerk
City of California City Revised 9/22/2022
City of California City
Splash Park Phase 1 Project
ARPA Funded Project

BEFORE AND AFTER PICTURES
Figure 1 Looking West vacant old golf course lans
Picture taken looking West. Old Golf Course vacant land Figure 2 Looking East
Same picture taken East but with a cleared surface weeds

Figure 3: Looking east.

Looking East during construction
Building pad subgrade and overex.

Figure 4: Looking down West
New Restrooms Building and future Splash Pad
Figure 5: Intersection with Airway Blvd
Future Splash Pad and Area Lighting
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Fiscal Distress Update and Authorization to Implement and Employee Early Retirement Incentive Program
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

On January 27, 2026, the City Council determined that the City was experiencing fiscal distress.

They adopted a modified Resolution 26-3207 and gave direction to the City Manager to reduce overall general fund expenditure authorization for fiscal year 2025/26 by $1,200,000. On February 10, 2026, the City Council approved the City Manager’s proposed budget reduction including departmental reductions, contract reductions, and position layoffs. The approved recommendation included an Employee Early Retirement Incentive Program (program) to return to the City Council for approval.

The proposed program is modeled after similar programs enacted by other California cities experiencing financial distress. It is simple in concept and easy to apply. Qualifying employees would be eligible for a lump sum payment of $25,000 if they voluntarily chose to separate from employment with the City. It would be applicable to all current employees that meet the following criteria:
• A regular, full-time employee of the City.
• Eligible by age for retirement from CalPERS (minimum age varies by plan).

The proposed program would be capped at twelve (12) total participants on a first come, first served basis. The maximum total cost to the City would be $305,000 inclusive of the lump sum payments and related employer obligated employment taxes. Employees would be required to submit a voluntary separation agreement no later than April 15, 2026.

This would create a one time financial impact with salary savings in future years by either not replacing the retiring employee or by replacing the retiring employee with a lower cost position or classification.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The fiscal impact of this action would be a maximum of $305,000 in fiscal year 2025/26 using general fund balance. No expenditure of reserve funds ARE NOT authorized in this action.

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RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Employee Early Retirement Incentive Program and provide any needed direction
ATTACHMENTS:

None.
1 COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe D. Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: A Resolution to Accept the Bid from J.L. Plank Inc. Dba Cen-Cal Construction for the New Bus Turnout Project at the California City Blvd and Yerba Blvd.

Intersection, with a Contract Sum of $184,481.00, to Authorize Contingency and Project Management Costs and to Authorize the City Manager to Execute the Construction Agreement
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

The Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) is a major California state funding program that pays for rail and transit infrastructure projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving mobility, and expanding passenger rail service.

The funding comes from Senate Bill No. 125, which is a California law that provides large, formula-based funding to public transit agencies to stabilize and modernize transit systems after COVID ridership losses.

The TIRCP is overseen by California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) and implemented by Kern Council of Governments in partnership with local agencies.

The City of California City will receive approximately $380,000 from TIRCP for the new bus turnout project at the California City Boulevard and Yerba Boulevard intersection (the “Project”) in Fiscal Year 2023-2024.

This Project entails the removal of existing pavement, curbs, gutters, sidewalks, and medians within the designated turnout limits, followed by the construction of a bus turnout and associated roadway. The scope of work for the Project also encompasses key improvements in areas adjacent to the High School to enhance pedestrian safety.

On February 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the City Clerk opened seven sealed bids for the New Bus Turnout Project.

The following is the tabulation of the bids:

No. Bidder Total Bid
1 Cen-Cal Construction $184,481.00
2 Griffith Company $187,443.00
2 3 Burtch Construction $226,419.00
4 Advance Engineering $226,419.00
5 R.C. Becker Inc $229,325.66
6 Bowman Asphalt $232,250.00
7 Coast Construction $279,030.18
The City Engineer (BHT Engineering, Inc.) has approved J.L. Plank, Incorporated dba Cen-Cal Construction (“Cen-Cal”) as the lowest responsible bidder. The contractor has twenty working days to finish the project.

In addition to the bid award, City staff also recommend approval of $18,448.00 (10%) for construction contingency and $27,672.00 (15%) for project management, materials sampling, and testing. These amounts are "not to exceed" without further Council approval. Contingency funds cover unforeseen construction needs.

The proposed Resolution would accept the bid by Cen-Cal, authorize the above-specified contingency and Project management costs, and authorize the City Manager to execute a construction agreement with CenCal in a form approved by the City Attorney.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The total Project costs, including recommended contingency and Project management costs, will be $230,601.00 and funding for the Project will come from TIRCP, as further set forth below.

Costs: Bid Construction Total: $ 184,481.00
Contingency 10%: $ 18,448.00
Construction Management and Materials
Sampling & Testing 15%: $ 27,672.00
Total Construction Phase Cost: $ 230,601.00
Funding: TIRCP Funds: $ 380,000.00
Local Match: 0.00
RECOMMENDATION:

Adopt a Resolution to accept J.L. Plank, Incorporated dba Cen-Cal Construction's bid of $184,481 for the New Bus Turnout Project at California City Blvd and Yerba Blvd, to authorize contingency and project management costs, and to authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement.

ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:

A CEQA Notice of Exemption has been filed.

ATTACHMENTS:

Bids Summary
Proposed Resolution
3 BHT Engineering, Inc. BHT # 23401
BUS TURNOUT ENGINEER'S ESTIMATE Lic # 962895 Lic # 88 Lic # 686970 Lic # 1132635 Lic # 258762 Lic # 862672 Lic # 1071417 1 SITE DEMOLITION, TREE REMOVAL, GRADING, COMPACTION,
HAUL OFF SITE EXCESS BASE MATERIAL L.S. 1 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 46,800.95 $ 46,800.95 $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 29,739.91 $ 29,739.91 $ 38,440.00 $ 38,440.00 $ 35,136.88 $ 35,136.88 $ 55,800.00 $ 55,800.00 $ 37,621.00 $ 37,621.00 2 CLASS II AGGREGATE BASE COMPACTED TO 95%RD TON 89 $ 130.00 $ 11,570.00 $ 131.05 $ 11,663.45 $ 117.00 $ 10,413.00 $ 138.49 $ 12,325.61 $ 270.00 $ 24,030.00 $ 130.26 $ 11,593.14 $ 55.00 $ 4,895.00 $ 364.79 $ 32,466.00 3 TYPE "A" HOT MIX ASPHALT TON 30 $ 400.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 505.05 $ 15,151.50 $ 685.00 $ 20,550.00 $ 497.08 $ 14,912.40 $ 894.00 $ 26,820.00 $ 443.71 $ 13,311.30 $ 400.00 $ 12,000.00 $ 1,203.03 $ 36,091.00 4 INSTALL 6" CURB - (INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT, DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, OVER 8" OF CLASS II A.B. PER BID ITEM #2)
L.F. 85 $ 46.00 $ 3,910.00 $ 38.25 $ 3,251.25 $ 45.00 $ 3,825.00 $ 118.64 $ 10,084.40 $ 147.00 $ 12,495.00 $ 43.37 $ 3,686.45 $ 62.00 $ 5,270.00 $ 126.67 $ 10,766.00 5 INSTALL CURB & GUTTER (INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT,
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, OVER 8" OF CLASS II A.B. PER BID ITEM #2)
L.F. 97 $ 60.00 $ 5,820.00 $ 45.65 $ 4,428.05 $ 51.50 $ 4,995.50 $ 104.09 $ 10,096.73 $ 152.00 $ 14,744.00 $ 78.58 $ 7,622.26 $ 55.00 $ 5,335.00 $ 121.51 $ 11,786.00 6 INSTALL 8" THICK REINFORCED CONCRETE CROSS GUTTER
(INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT, DEMOLITION OF EXISTING
IMPROVEMENTS, OVER 8" OF CLASS II A.B. PER BID ITEM #2) S.F. 430 $ 40.00 $ 17,200.00 $ 21.25 $ 9,137.50 $ 19.00 $ 8,170.00 $ 44.30 $ 19,049.00 $ 45.00 $ 19,350.00 $ 13.64 $ 5,865.20 $ 38.00 $ 16,340.00 $ 30.23 $ 13,001.00 7 INSTALL 4" THICK CONCRETE SIDEWALK -(INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT, DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, SCARIFY 12" NATIVE MATERIAL, GRADE, & COMPACT TO 90%)
S.F. 450 $ 12.00 $ 5,400.00 $ 12.65 $ 5,692.50 $ 11.00 $ 4,950.00 $ 24.86 $ 10,689.80 $ 29.00 $ 13,050.00 $ 17.84 $ 8,028.00 $ 19.00 $ 8,550.00 $ 21.87 $ 9,841.00 8 INSTALL ADA CURB RAMP EA. 1 $ 1,800.00 $ 1,800.00 $ 812.75 $ 812.75 $ 2,500.00 $ 2,500.00 $ 17.20 $ 7,740.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 2,335.79 $ 2,335.79 $ 7,635.00 $ 7,635.00 $ 9,041.00 $ 9,041.00 9 INSTALL TRUNCATED DOMES S.F. 166 $ 30.00 $ 4,980.00 $ 25.95 $ 4,307.70 $ 42.00 $ 6,972.00 $ 6,964.75 $ 6,964.75 $ 75.00 $ 12,450.00 $ 37.06 $ 6,151.96 $ 20.00 $ 3,320.00 $ 24.83 $ 4,122.00 10 ADJUST/RELOCATE EXISTING SIGN, FURNISH AND INSTALL NEW POLE, REQUIRED MOUNTING HARDWARE AND FOOTING. EA. 1 $ 1,000.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 638.65 $ 638.65 $ 2,200.00 $ 2,200.00 $ 3,401.85 $ 3,401.85 $ 2,790.00 $ 2,790.00 $ 926.28 $ 926.28 $ 640.00 $ 640.00 $ 5,291.00 $ 5,291.00 11 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL L.S. 1 $ 8,600.00 $ 8,600.00 $ 2,145.30 $ 2,145.30 $ 13,750.00 $ 13,750.00 $ 7,028.62 $ 7,028.62 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 15,645.80 $ 15,645.80 $ 19,725.00 $ 19,725.00 $ 8,941.00 $ 8,941.00

SIDEWALK REPAIRS RUSHE BLVD AT DRAINAGE CHANNEL
1 HAUL GRINDINGS TO JOB SITE- STOCKPILE LOCATED AT CITY'S MAINTENANCE YARD -7931 Moss Ave, California City L.S. 1 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 4,323.35 $ 4,323.35 $ 5,750.00 $ 5,750.00 $ 1,640.42 $ 1,640.42 $ 5,000.00 $ 5,000.00 $ 6,617.30 $ 6,617.30 $ 9,955.00 $ 9,955.00 $ 7,121.00 $ 7,121.00 2 GRADE/COMPACT NATIVE MATERIAL WITH CITY PROVIDED
GRINDINGS, COMPACTED TO 90% RD IN 12" LIFTS C.Y. 140 $ 90.00 $ 12,600.00 $ 111.90 $ 15,666.00 $ 64.00 $ 8,960.00 $ 89.74 $ 12,563.60 $ 120.00 $ 16,800.00 $ 24.20 $ 3,388.00 $ 85.00 $ 11,900.00 $ 119.79 $ 16,771.00 3 INSTALL 4" THICK CONCRETE SIDEWALK - (INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT, DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, SCARIFY 12" NATIVE MATERIAL, GRADE, & COMPACT TO 90%)
S.F. 175 $ 40.00 $ 7,000.00 $ 28.80 $ 5,040.00 $ 25.50 $ 4,462.50 $ 120.78 $ 21,136.50 $ 21.00 $ 3,675.00 $ 39.99 $ 6,998.25 $ 48.00 $ 8,400.00 $ 34.23 $ 5,991.00 4 REMOVE/ REPLACE 6' HT CL FENCE PER CITY STANDARDS L.F. 60 $ 120.00 $ 7,200.00 $ 99.30 $ 5,958.00 $ 225.00 $ 13,500.00 $ 116.46 $ 6,987.60 $ 95.00 $ 5,700.00 $ 262.68 $ 15,760.80 $ 140.00 $ 8,400.00 $ 194.02 $ 11,641.00 5 EX 48 STORM DRAIN PIPES TO BE UNCLOGGED- TYP OF (4) PIPES AT ±140 LF EA PIPE L.S. 1 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 43,315.25 $ 43,315.25 $ 24,250.00 $ 24,250.00 $ 18,047.93 $ 18,047.93 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 76,820.50 $ 76,820.50 $ 30,610.00 $ 30,610.00 $ 41,031.00 $ 41,031.00 6 TEMPORARY TRAFFIC CONTROL L.S. 1 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 2,145.30 $ 2,145.30 $ 2,522.50 $ 2,522.50 $ 2,342.87 $ 2,342.87 $ 3,000.00 $ 3,000.00 $ 896.80 $ 896.80 $ 12,700.00 $ 12,700.00 $ 8,941.00 $ 8,941.00

CURB AND GUTTER REPAIR RUSHE BLVD ADJACENT TO HIGH SCHOOL 1 INSTALL CURB & GUTTER - (INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT,
DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, SCARIFY 12" NATIVE MATERIAL, GRADE, & COMPACT TO 90%)
L.F. 5 $ 200.00 $ 1,000.00 $ 319.20 $ 1,596.00 $ 967.00 $ 4,835.00 $ 1,374.94 $ 6,874.70 $ 560.00 $ 2,800.00 $ 779.39 $ 3,896.95 $ 925.00 $ 4,625.00 $ 793.20 $ 3,966.00

MENDIBURU RD NORTH OF HIGH SCHOOL
1 INSTALL 4" THICK CONCRETE SIDEWALK - (INCLUDES SAWCUT, LAYOUT, DEMOLITION OF EXISTING IMPROVEMENTS, SCARIFY 12" NATIVE MATERIAL, GRADE, & COMPACT TO 90%)
S.F. 75 $ 80.00 $ 6,000.00 $ 32.10 $ 2,407.50 $ 64.50 $ 4,837.50 $ 89.43 $ 6,707.25 $ 57.00 $ 4,275.00 $ 61.92 $ 4,644.00 $ 82.00 $ 6,150.00 $ 61.35 $ 4,601.18 Engineer's
estimate $ 176,080.00

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 184,481.00

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 187,443.00

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 208,333.94

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 226,419.00

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 229,325.66

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 232,250.00

TOTAL BASE
BID: $ 279,030.18
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-3215

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, TO ACCEPT THE BID FROM J.L. PLANK,

INCORPORATED DBA CEN-CAL CONSTRUCTION FOR THE NEW BUS

TURNOUT PROJECT AT THE CALIFORNIA CITY BLVD AND YERBA
BLVD INTERSECTION, WITH A CONTRACT SUM OF $184,481.00, TO

AUTHORIZE CONTINGENCY AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT COSTS,

AND TO AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE

CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
WHEREAS, the Transit and Intercity Rail Capital Program (TIRCP) is a major California state funding program that pays for rail and transit infrastructure projects aimed at reducing greenhouse gas emissions, improving mobility, and expanding passenger rail service; and WHEREAS, the funding comes from Senate Bill No. 125, which is a California law that provides large, formula-based funding to public transit agencies to stabilize and modernize transit systems after COVID ridership losses. The TIRCP is overseen by California State Transportation Agency (CalSTA) and implemented by Kern Council of Governments in partnership with local agencies; and
WHEREAS the City of California City will receive approximately $380,000 from TIRCP for the new bus turnout project at the California City Boulevard and Yerba Boulevard intersection (the “Project”) in Fiscal Year 2023-2024; and
WHEREAS, on February 5, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the City Clerk opened seven sealed bids for the Project. The City Engineer (BHT Engineering, Inc.) has approved J.L. Plank, Incorporated dba Cen-Cal Construction (“Cen-Cal”) as the lowest responsible bidder. The contractor has twenty working days to finish the Project.

NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1: The above recitals are true and correct.

SECTION 2: The City Council of the City of California City (“City”) hereby approves the bid submitted by Cen-Cal for the Project, in the amount of $184,481.00. The City Council further approves $18,448.00 (10%) for construction contingencies and $27,672 (15%) for Project management, materials sampling, and testing. These amounts are "not to exceed" without further Council approval.

SECTION 3: The City Council hereby authorizes the City Manager to execute a construction agreement for the Project with Cen-Cal in a form approved by the City Attorney.

SECTION 4: The City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution.

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SECTION 5: This Resolution becomes effective immediately upon approval by the City Council.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 24th day of February 2026 by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Marquette E. Hawkins
Mayor
ATTEST: APPROVED AS TO FORM:

John Paul Maier, MBA, MMC Victor M. Ponto
City Clerk City Attorney

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STATE OF CALIFORNIA }
COUNTY OF KERN } SS
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY }
I, John Paul Maier, 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 ________________ 2026, by the following vote:

John Paul Maier, MBA, MMC
City Clerk
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
February 24, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Sean Grayson, Interim City Manager
SUBJECT: Approval of Clean-Up Activities at Central Park Including the Central Park Lake to be Performed by Volunteer Forces
Provide by Mr. Leland Krelle of West Coast Realty
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:

The Mayor received communication from Mr. Leland Krelle the Broker/Owner of West Coast Realty of Mr. Krelle’s interest in using personnel from his company to complete a clean-up of Central Park including cutting the reeds within the lake. Specifically, Mr. Krelle proposes to use her personnel to operate the City owned reed cutter boat as part of the effort. Mr. Krelle has indicated he has training and experience in the operation of the boat. Staff confirmed Mr. Krelle’s offer and seeks authorization from the City Council to approve the activity. Staff will work with the City Attorney’s Office to develop an agreement that includes authorization to operate the City owned boat as well as standard hold-harmless language for volunteer activities.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no direct financial impact with this action. The City anticipates less than $100 in indirect costs from the activity related to fuel and other operations expenses for the boat.

RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends that the City Council approve the activity in concept and authorize the Interim City Manager to execute any needed documents as approved by the City Attorney.

ATTACHMENTS:

None.

California City City CouncilFebruary 24, 2026

California City City Council
February 24, 2026