CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
October 13, 2026
Marquette Hawkins
MAYOR
Jim Creighton
MAYOR PRO TEM
Shawn Bradley
Della Clark
Ronald Smith
COUNCIL MEMBERS
John Paul Maier
ACTING
CITY MANAGER
AGENDA
CITY COUNCIL/ HOUSING AUTHORITY/ SUCCESSOR AGENCY
REGULAR MEETING TUESDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2026
5:00 PM AT COUNCIL CHAMBERS
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CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
October 13, 2026
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CALL TO ORDER
ROLL CALL
Councilmembers: Bradley Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, and 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—ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(2): Two Matters.
CS 2. PUBLIC EMPLOYMENT - Government Code Section 54957 - Title: City Manager CS 3. CONFERENCE WITH REAL PROPERTY NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.8
Property: The California City Airport Restaurant Building located at 22636 Airport Way #10, California City, CA 93505
Agency Negotiator: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager Under Negotiation: Price and terms of lease
REPORT OUT OF CLOSED SESSION
CITY COUNCIL CONVENES TO REGULAR MEETING
REGULAR MEETING 5:00 PM
CALL TO ORDER
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE / INVOCATION
ROLL CALL –
Councilmembers: Bradley, Clark, Smith, Mayor Pro Tem Creighton, Mayor Hawkins.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
October 13, 2026
DEPARTMENT REPORTS
City Manager Housing
OHV Parks and Recreation
CITY CLERK REPORTS/RECEIVED COMMUNICATIONS
J.M. Powers – October 2, 2026
Community Education Workshop: Ballot Measure “J” - Transient Occupancy Tax (TOT) – Scheduled for Thursday, October 15, 2026 at 5:30 p.m.
CIVIC/COMMUNITY/ORGANIZATION ANNOUNCEMENTS
PUBLIC BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR / PUBLIC COMMENT
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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 City Check Register dated 09/18/26 - 10/08/26 CC 2. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Transit Asset Management Plan (TAM)
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council Adopt the Resolution 2026-3278 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City, California, Approving The 2026 Tam Plan and direct the City Manager to execute the necessary documents.
CC 3. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Task Orders For Sewer Plant And System Updates Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-3279 A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of California City, California, Approving The BHT Task Orders For Sewer Plant And System Updates.
CC 4. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director ` Subject: Biolac Conversion – Purchase of Wastewater Vehicle Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-3280 A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of California City, California, Approving The Purchase Of Wastewater Division Vehicle.
CC 5. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Repairs To Wells 14 And 15A
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-3281 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City, California, Approving a Transfer of Funds for The Repairs To Wells 14 And 15A.
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
October 13, 2026
CC 6. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Rejection of All Bids for the Wonder Acres Water Reservoir and Booster Pump Station Project, revise the project plans and re-advertise the project Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-3282 A Resolution of the City Council of the City of California City, rejecting all bids for the Wonder Acres Water Reservoir and Booster Pump Station Project and authorizing staff to revise the construction plans and specifications and re-advertise the project.
CC 7. Staff Report: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director Subject: Award a $402,582.00 contract to S.A. CAMP Pump Company for the Well #10 Rehabilitation Project, authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement, and add the project to the FY 2026/27 Budget.
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-3283 A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of California City, California, To Accept The Bid From S.A. Camp Pump Company For The Well#10 Rehabilitation Project, With A Contract Sum Of $402,582.00, To Authorize Contingency And Project Management Costs, And To Authorize The City Manager To Execute The Construction Agreement And Add Well#10 Project To Fy 2026/27 Budget.
NEW BUSINESS
NB 1. Staff Report: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager, Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety Subject: Approval to Purchase Two (2) Dispatch CAD Towers for the 9-1-1 Dispatch Center’s CAD System for the VESTA 9-1-1 Upgrade
Recommendation: It is recommended that the City Council adopt a Resolution 26-3284: A Resolution Of The City Council Of The City Of California City, California, Approving The Purchase Of Two New Computer Towers For The 9 1 1 CAD Dispatch Center To Support The Upgraded Vesta 9-1-1 System.
NB 2. Staff Report: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager, Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety Subject: Galileo Communications Site Damage Repairs and Proposed Security Improvements at the Galileo and Highway 58 Sites
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council to:
1. Authorize the California City Police Department to move forward with the purchase of equipment for Galileo Site, totaling $19,262.11.
2. Council authorizes the City Manager to execute the purchase with the selected vendor: 661 Communications based on the submitted quote(s).
NB 3. Staff Report: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager Subject: Direct the Acting City Manager to seek Consulting Services Agreement for Interim Finance Director Services
Recommendation: It is recommended that the Mayor and City Council provide direction to the Acting City Manager to seek a Consulting Services Agreement for Interim Finance Director Services and/or provide other direction.
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.
FUTURE CITY COUNCIL AGENDA ITEMS / CITY MANAGER COMMENTS This portion of the agenda is reserved for future City Council items and City Manager announcements or updates.
ADJOURNMENT
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
October 13, 2026
AFFIDAVIT OF POSTING- October 9, 2026
I, John Paul Maier, Acting 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 - CITY MANAGER
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: City Manager’s Report
October 1, 2026 – Special Joint City Council and SDI Committee Meeting Follow-Up As requested, the City Council and SDI Committee members convened for a special joint meeting to discuss SDI-related matters. During the meeting, the City Council provided questions, comments, and direction.
The City Manager is coordinating with the City Attorney’s Office to address the feedback and direction provided by the City Council and SDI Committee, including consultation with the Finance Department, Public Works Department, and City Engineer.
Additionally, the City Attorney’s Office has prepared a resolution to authorize SDI Committee meetings via teleconference to facilitate greater participation.
October 2, 2026 – Response to Mayor’s Request for Meeting with Synergy Companies and SoCalGas
Mayor Hawkins requested that the City explore alternative options for a no-cost program in collaboration with Synergy Companies and SoCalGas for tankless water heater installations.
As part of this effort, local schools in the region are being evaluated as potential participants. The City has submitted an interest form for the Public Direct Install Program to assess eligibility for no-cost energy upgrades. This is a preliminary step, as the program is currently available only to eligible commercial customers in Southern California. Additional updates will be provided in a future report.
October 2, 2026 – Launch of the City’s First Social Media Accounts The City has initiated a soft launch of its first official social media accounts on Facebook and Instagram to expand community outreach, improve public communication, and promote local events and City initiatives.
Planned content for this period includes: Municipal Election information, board and commission recruitment opportunities, the annual Christmas Parade, and other community announcements.
The accounts remain in the beta phase as the City evaluates their use and effectiveness. A future City Council meeting will include proposed policies and guidelines governing the use and management of these platforms.
October 2, 2026 – Budget Review, Fiscal Responsibilities, and Finance Director Vacancy
DR - CITY MANAGER
Acting City Manager Maier has begun preliminary meetings with the Finance Department to review departmental operations, historical practices, current needs, and immediate priorities.
Initial efforts include evaluating the audit preparation process, assessing staffing levels and fund balances, and identifying necessary actions related to the vacant Finance Director position. This review will help inform near-term priorities and support responsible fiscal management.
October 5, 2026 – Quarterly Status Update: FY 2022 and FY 2023 State and Local Cybersecurity Grant Program (SLCGP)
The City received an award letter from the California Governor’s Office of Emergency Services (Cal OES) confirming a $250,000 grant award for local cybersecurity initiatives.
The award represents an important opportunity to support the City’s cybersecurity efforts.
Additional updates regarding implementation and next steps will be provided as information becomes available.
October 5, 2026 – Capitol Advocacy Partners Introduction Meeting The City held an introductory meeting with Vanessa Vergara, Client Manager for Capitol Advocacy Partners, to review current grant opportunities and discuss potential funding resources available to the City.
The next meeting is scheduled for October 14, 2026. Ongoing meetings will be established to identify new funding opportunities and evaluate potential grants that align with the City’s priorities and needs.
October 5–6, 2026 – Response to Recent Break-Ins at the Strata Center and City properties Following recent break-ins and minor property damage at the Strata Center, the City has implemented additional security measures, including updating facility locks and increasing patrols to improve safety and security at Central Park.
Park staff have met with the City Manager to discuss the incidents, and a strategy is being developed to strengthen security measures and better protect City buildings and park amenities.
Residents are encouraged to report suspected criminal activity, including break-ins and theft, to the California City Police Department. The City will continue evaluating additional measures to help prevent future incidents and safeguard public facilities.
October 13, 2026, Active Recruitment for Police Chief Announcement Following the approval of the budget and salary schedule on August 28, 2026, the recruitment for a Police Chief is active and underway. The City will solicit applications, encouraging all qualified candidates to apply.
DR-OHV
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Inge Elmes, OHV Manager
SUBJECT: OHV MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
Events
Columbus Day Holiday weekend should bring out a good number of OHV visitors as the weather should be cooler then, with Thanksgiving Holiday weeks being the largest influx of the year.
Operations
The G26 OHV Grant Cycle has begun. A few of the project deliverables for this grant cycle include updating the 12 BBQ pit areas, replacing the park staging area delineator cones, and upgrading the 12 park water stations. All work is scheduled to be completed prior to Thanksgiving Holiday.
The RV Dump Station project is currently working on establishing right of way and will continue on final amenities once finalized.
Manager Updates
The Shower Building restoration project is scheduled to begin on October 6, 2026. This project will restore the building for its intended OHV use after the theft and vandalism incident took place over the summer. Project is estimated to be completed by end of month and ready for the Thanksgiving Holiday weekend.
Finance Report
For the month of September, OHV sales totaled $3,599.00. These numbers are actuals and reflect only amounts received within each month. Please refer to Monthly Permit Sales report for FY totals.
*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. Not all proceeds are deposited in the same month.
**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 – September 2026
DR-HOUSING
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Nicole Jarmon- Housing Manager
SUBJECT: HOUSING MONTHLY DEPARTMENT REPORT
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION
Desert Jade
Currently we have 92 apartments that are filled.
The waitlist has been updated, and we currently have 72 applicants.
One unit is undergoing rehab,
We had a recent passing one unit will undergo rehab next month.
On September 23, 2026, our BBQ had a great turn-out. Thank you, Safe Haven, for donating all the food and entertainment, thank you Restoration Management Company for donating the beverages and dessert.
Fire Units
Desert Jade has three units red tag due to fire, plans have been submitted to the city, waiting on start date.
Legends
Currently has 5 apartments and 6 houses filled.
one vacant unit will undergo rehab soon.
Waitlist is combined with Desert Jade
DR-PARK
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Leanndrea Weible, Park Coordinator
SUBJECT: Park and Recreation Monthly Department Report
OPERATIONS AND UPDATES:
1. Strata Center Incident and Temporary Closure
On October 6, 2026, an incident occurred at the Strata Center involving unauthorized entry and the discharge of fire extinguishers throughout the facility. Photos documenting the incident are included in this report to keep the community informed.
Park staff, along with volunteer, Bridget Arnold, have been working diligently to cleanup and restore the facility. Photos showing the status of the cleanup are also included. The Strata Center will remain closed to the public until the cleanup is complete and the facility is ready to safely reopen.
A projected completion date for the cleanup is not available at this time; however, updates will be provided to the Acting City Manager as information becomes available. .
2. Current Hours of Operation for the Strata are as follows:
TEMPORARILY CLOSED
CURRENTLY:
• Wednesdays, the Art Center is used for Zumba Classes from 5:00pm-6:00pm. For more information, you are invited to stop in during a session and speak to Cheryl.
UPCOMING:
• ELECTION DAY is November 3, 2026. Voting Poll opens at 7:00am in the following location,
STRATA CENTER
10350 Heather Ave., California City, CA 93505
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TIME
October 15, 2026
5:30 p.m.
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ADDRESS
California City Arts and Community Center
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CC 1
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Kenny Cooper, Finance Manager
Karina Chong, Accounts Payable
SUBJECT: Approve City Check Register dated 09/18/2026-10/08/2026 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.
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ITEM NO. CC 2
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
September 22, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: 2026 Transit Asset Management Plan (TAM)
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City of California City receives annual funding for its transportation program, Dial-ARide (DAR), from different funding sources.
Section 5311 Funds administered by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) - Provides capital, planning, and operating assistance to states to support public transportation in rural areas with populations less than 50,000, where many residents often rely on public transit to reach their destinations.
Transportation Development Act (TDA) -The California Legislature enacted the MillsAlquist-Deddeh Act (SB 325) to improve existing public transportation services and encourage regional transportation coordination. Known as the Transportation Development Act (TDA) of 1971, this law provides funding to be allocated to transit and non-transit-related purposes that comply with regional transportation plans. The TDA 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 statewide sales tax on gasoline and diesel fuel.
Fare Revenues - Fares collected from riders (currently being paid by Low Carbon Transit Operations Program (LCTOP) Funds).
City staff prepares and applies for funding via FTA Section 5311 and TDA to assist in funding our local DAR Program on an annual basis.
The DAR Program provides vital transportation needs for our community; without external funding, the City could not operate this program.
The Transit Asset Management Plan (TAM Plan) is a requirement for the City and is needed to continue to receive the aforementioned TDA funding. The TAM Plan must be reviewed, approved, and accepted by the City Council for submittal to the State’s BlackCat website to remain eligible for this funding.
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FISCAL IMPACT:
Varies based on fiscal year and available funding.
RECOMMENDATION:
Receive, review, and approve the 2026 TAM Plan and authorize submittal to the State.
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION:
None
ATTACHMENTS:
1. City of California City 2026 TAM Plan Report
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-3278
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING THE 2026 TAM PLAN
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the City receives annual funding for its transportation program, DialARide (DAR), from different funding sources; and WHEREAS, the City prepares and applies for funding via Section 5311 governed by the Federal Transit Administration (FTA) and the California Transportation Development Act (TDA) to assist in funding our local DAR Program on an annual basis; and WHEREAS, the Transit Asset Management Plan (TAM Plan) is a requirement for the City and is needed to continue to receive the funding for DAR;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1:The City hereby approves the 2026 TAM Plan.
SECTION 2: City Clerk shall certify to the passage and adoption of this Resolution, and the minutes of this meeting shall so reflect.
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 P. Maier Victor M. Ponto
City Clerk City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, Leanndrea Weible, Interim 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 ______________ 2025, by the following vote, to wit:
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 _________, 2025. __________________________
John P. Maier
City Clerk
ITEM NO. CC 3
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: TASK ORDERS FOR SEWER PLANT AND SYSTEM UPDATES BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
Mayor Hawkins has been actively pursuing funding for the City to improve multiple areas and needs. One of the most urgent needs for the City is to reduce the number of septic systems in the City. Septic systems pose a potential negative impact on water quality since the City pumps water from the aquifer underground. On July 30th of this year, the Mayor set up a meeting with representatives from the water board to discuss potential grant funds to extend the City’s sewer mains and connect existing homes to the City sewer mains. In the meeting, the City learned that it qualified for up to 33 million dollars for potential funding of sewer main extensions.
Three State representatives from the Lahontan Office visited the City on August 13th. That meeting was very positive as well. One of the representatives mentioned that the city is a strong candidate to receive funding to have existing homes that are on septic be connected to the City’s sewer main when a sewer main is available. However, the City sewer system would need to be updated. The state also wants the maps for the Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP) updated as well in order to begin to apply for grant funds.
BHT, the City Engineer, provided Staff with a Task Order to complete the engineering and design updates to the WWTP and Sewer Systems that are needed to secure potential funding for possible sewer main line extension and the installation of new laterals. The Task Order is $37,600.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Amount Budgeted in Fund #92-01010 $ 2,500,011.45
Amount Requested from Fund 37,600.00
Amount Remaining in Fund $ 2,462,411.45
RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the resolution to have the Acting City Manager sign the three BHT Task Orders for $37,600 to complete the design and engineering work to update the WWTP and system maps.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Task Orders
2. Resolution 3279
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RESOLUTION NO. 26-3279
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING THE BHT TASK ORDERS FOR
SEWER PLANT AND SYSTEM UPDATES
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, one of the most urgent needs for the City is to reduce the number of septic systems in the City. Septic systems pose a potential negative impact on water quality since the City pumps water from the aquifer underground; and WHEREAS, on July 30, 2026, the City met with state representatives from the Lahontan Regional Water Quality Board to discuss potential grant funding to extend the sewer mains; and
WHEREAS, the City needs to update the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the sewer maps to apply for grant funds;
WHEREAS, the City Council seeks to have the City Engineer, BHT Engineering Inc., to conduct the work identified in the task order.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City hereby approves the BHT Task Orders for $37,600, to start design and engineering work to update the Wastewater Treatment Plant and the sewer maps.
SECTION 2: 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 letter.
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 Maier Victor M. Ponto,
Acting City Manager/City Clerk City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, John Maire, Acting City Manager/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, to wit:
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 Maier
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
BHT# 26400 AUG. 18, 2026
TASK ORDER
PREPARATION/FEASIBILITY PHASE
SEWER PLAN UPDATE
BHT Engineering Inc. will provide engineering services for the preparation of existing conditions and mapping of existing sewer mains and laterals.
The scope of work will include the following:
Review the existing Sewer System Plan; inventory and evaluate existing wastewater collection gravity sewers and force mains; assess existing sewer accounts; and prepare maps, figures, and supporting technical documentation. Develop a prioritized roadmap for future sewer lateral connections to the sewer collection system. $ 37,600.00
TOTAL ESTIMATED COST $ 37,600.00
The signatures below serve as an authorization to proceed on Task Order from the City and are acknowledged by the consultant BHT Engineering, Inc.
BHT Engineering, Inc. City of California City
________________________________ ________________________________ Juan M. Pantoja, Principal Engineer John Maier, Acting City Manager Date:__08/18/2026 Date: ______________________
CC 4
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Biolac Conversion
BACKGROUND:
As part of the budgetary process for fiscal year 2027. A capital projects workshop was held on August 4th. One of the projects presented and approved was for the conversion of the current surface aeration to a Biolac fine bubble diffusion system. This will significantly reduce annual operational costs from electricity. This system will also allow for more accurate control and response to adverse conditions. This will also allow the use of basins in alternative service cycles, increasing useful life and reliability. This will further reduce annual electrical costs and further extend the useful life and service life of the downstream clarifiers. The Biolac system is a proprietary system unique to Parkson.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Amount Budgeted in Fund #92-7015-750 $ 2,644,100.00
Amount Requested from Fund $ 1,320,000.00
Amount Remaining in Fund $ 1,324,100.00
ENVIRONMENTAL ACTION:
N/A
RECOMMENDATION:
The City Council discuss and authorize Parkson to convert the current aeration system to the Biolac system for an amount not to exceed $1,320,000.
ATTACHMENTS:
Biolac Resolution 3280
Biolac Quote
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-3280
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF WASTEWATER
DIVISION VEHICLE
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the City has found a to replace and upgrade the current aeration system at the Wastewater Treatment Plant with a Biolac system.
WHEREAS, The City approves and directs the City Manager to purchase the Biolac system from Parkson Corperation.
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City hereby approves the purchase of a Biolac Aeration System in an amount not to exceed $1,320,000
SECTION 2: 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 letter.
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 P. Maier Victor M. Ponto,
City Clerk City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, John P. 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, to wit:
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 P. Maier
City Clerk
www.parkson.com Proprietary and Confidential to Parkson Corporation California City, CA
Preliminary Design Proposal
September 24, 2026
Prepared For: City of California City WWTP
Richard Vazquez
Prepared By: Joshua Hanslip
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 913.745.1238
www.parkson.com Parkson Corporation Confidential 2
1. Design Basis
1.1. Influent and Effluent Specifications
The proposed system design is based on wastewater influent with the following characteristics:
Table 1.1 – Design Influent flow requirements
PARAMETER UNITS AVERAGE
Start-Up Flow MGD given or 0.5X design flow
Ave Daily Flow MGD 1.5
Peak Hourly Flow MGD 3.0
Maximum RAS Flow MGD 1.5X design flow
Note: Customer must confirm these final design flows to assure accuracy of the hydraulic calculations.
Table 1.2 - Influent Water Quality
PARAMETER UNITS AVERAGE
Design Temperature Deg C 20
Minimum Temperature Deg C 10
BOD5 mg/L 192
Total Suspended Solids mg/L 192
NH3-N mg/L 25
TKN mg/L 30
Total Phosphorous (TP) mg/L 6
pH - 6 to 8
Alkalinity mg/L as CaCO3 350
Note: Customer must confirm Influent loading conditions for any associated process warranty.
In order to offer this proposal, Parkson Corporation must make the following assumptions. Deviations from these assumptions should be brought to the attention of the designer of this system as modifications maybe required:
a. The wastewater will be pretreated to remove debris and grit using a fine influent screen. b. Sufficient alkalinity is present or will be added to allow nitrification to proceed uninhibited. www.parkson.com Parkson Corporation Confidential 3
c. The incoming oil, grease, chemical and metals concentrations are within biologically treatable levels.
d. Sufficient nutrients (P, N, etc.) are present in the influent for biomass growth or will be added by the plant operating staff.
e. A qualified operator will supervise plant activities and performance.
Based on the specified influent water quality, Parkson anticipates that the proposed Biolac® system will provide the following effluent quality:
Table 1.3 - Effluent Water Quality
PARAMETER UNITS QUALITY
BOD5 mg/L 10
NH3-N mg/L 1.0
1.2. Selected Design Parameters
Based on the design loading information described above, the proposed Biolac® System will be derived as follows:
F/M Ratio 0.08 MLSS 2,500 mg/l
HRT 0.85 days SRT 15-25 days
2. System Description
The Biolac® Biological Nutrient Removal System is an innovative complete mix activated sludge process using extended retention of biological solids to create an extremely stable and easily operated system.
The Biolac® process can be applied to a wide range of wastewater treatment applications, whether for municipal application or industrial application. Biolac® has over 800 installations in North American and over 1000 installations globally.
Some of the advantages of the Biolac® BNR process include:
a. Economical construction: Most biolac® systems are installed in earthen basins which reduces construction cost tremendously by eliminating the need for sophisticated concrete structures and complex piping systems for recycling.
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b. Biolac® BNR systems are typically designed with a sludge age greater than 30 days. The extended sludge age provides stable operation, low sludge production, low production of well stabilized biosolids, and high effluent quality.
c. Economical process in terms of operation and maintenance cost. d. Comprehensive electrical control system to optimize air delivery and provide peace of mind to plant operator.
e. Utilization of fine bubble aeration using extremely high mixing efficiency of 4 CFM per 1000 ft3 which is over 50% improvement in comparison to the mixing efficiency achieved by stationary fine bubble diffusers.
f. Ease of aeration expansion capability simply by adding additional Biofuser® tubes to modules. g. Easily upgradable to achieve ENR limits by implementing the Wave-Oxidation design by Parkson’s process experts. The Wave-Oxidation process is designed to achieve sequential nitrification / denitrification which results in oxygen and alkalinity recovery and translates into an energy efficient and stable operation.
h. Elimination of the need to drain the aeration and the clarification basin(s) with the Biolac® system since all components can be cleaned and maintained from the surface.
The Biolac® process is characterized by excellent BOD removal, complete nitrification and enhanced denitrification, and biosolids stabilization. It uses fine bubble membrane diffusers attached to floating aeration chains, which are moved across the basin propelled by the air release from the diffusers. The moving aeration chains equipped with the Biofuser® diffuser assemblies provide efficient mixing of the basin contents as well as high oxygen transfer at low energy usage.
The Biofuser® system does not have submerged aeration piping or any other components to be installed, leveled, or secured on the basin floor. The BioFlex® chains with BioFusers do not contact or harm the basin liner. Each BioFlex® chain can be individually controlled by independent air valve providing excellent flexibility in fine-tuning the system to meet the oxygen demand. The individual control capability of the BioFlex chains is used to create alternating oxic and anoxic zones (Wave Oxidation) to allow denitrification in a single basin without internal mixed liquor recycle or complex controls. The moving aeration chain design is not mixing limited so the horsepower required for mixing is typically half of that required for aeration. A turndown capability of 50-70% during low loaded periods is typical without sacrificing mixing due to the movement of the BioFlex aeration chains. Inspection and service of the BioFusers is done quickly and easily without dewatering the basin, keeping maintenance costs low and eliminating the need www.parkson.com Parkson Corporation Confidential 5
for redundant aeration basins. In case of cold climates, the fine bubble diffusion beneath the water surface eliminates icing and minimizes wastewater cooling.
Earthen basins can be used rather than expensive concrete tanks making this extended aeration/activated sludge design the lowest cost alternative available on the market. Integral clarifier(s) are installed using common-wall construction with the extended aeration basin to settle and recycle the stable extended aeration solids.
3. System Components
The Biolac® aeration system consists mainly of suspended aeration chains, fine bubble diffusers, motorized and controlled air valves, blowers and automatic electrical control system.
3.1. Moving Aeration Chain System
The moving aeration chain suspends fine bubble diffusers near the bottom of the basin. The aeration system is
designed so that there are no points of attachment to the bottom of the basin. The aeration system is completely
suspended above the basin bottom and is not supported
or rested on the bottom. This arrangement allows for
ease of access for service and maintenance without
dewatering the basin or having a complete aeration
system shut down.
The aeration chain system is designed to be selfpropelled and to move back and forth systematically in the wastewater to provide high mixing efficiency
of the basin’s content. This capability is critical to
allow turndown flexibility in the aeration system
while maintaining a completely mixed environment.
Air is delivered to each aeration chain from one side
and connects to the air main through individual
branches with butterfly valves. The butterfly valve
provides individual control or isolation of the airflow to each chain.
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The moving aeration chain is constructed of a single continuous polyethylene header. The moving aeration chain is connected to the Biofuser® by EPDM hose.
3.2. Diffuser Frame
The diffuser frame is formed from an extruded
polypropylene compound with sufficient strength to
prevent warping or deflection. The end connections of
each frame shall be sealed using mechanical welding
procedures providing a connection stronger than the
unwelded tube.
The suspended air diffuser assembly consists of a fully functioning unit capable of housing up to five (5)
diffuser tubes total.
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4. Wave-Oxidation® (WaveOx) Biological Nutrient Removal Biological Nutrient Removal (BNR) is simplified and affordable with the Biolac® Wave Oxidation process.
Simple control of the air flow distribution to the Biolac’s moving aeration chains varies the basin dissolved oxygen content by creating a unique moving wave of multiple oxic and anoxic zones. This repeated cycling of environments nitrifies and denitrifies the wastewater without recycle pumping or additional external basins.
Biological phosphorus removal can also be accomplished by incorporating an upstream anaerobic zone.
The Biolac WaveOx process not only produces BNR effluent quality with low effluent total nitrogen and total phosphorus, but also includes main features such as - Single basin BNR process resulting in major construction costs savings by eliminating the need for baffle walls to create independent zones.
- Reduced energy consumption by eliminating the need for internal recycle pumps and mixers for anoxic zones
- Optimized process operation by using simple and smart electrical controls achieving up to 80% denitrification .
RAS
WAS
Blower
Building
Integral
Clarifiers
Floating
Aeration Chains
Oxic Anoxic Oxic Anoxic
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5. Biolac® Treatment System Preliminary Design Information Biolac Extended Aeration Basin
Number of Biolac® Basin(s) 2
Approximate Dimensions at Grade (ft) 136 x 128
Approximate Bottom Dimensions (ft) 100 x 56
Side Slope 3:1
Side Water Depth (ft) 9
Basin Volume (MG) 1.50
Number of Clarifiers per basin By others
Estimated SOR (lbs/hr)
Oxidation-only 231
Wave Oxidation (including denite credit) 170
Estimated SCFM for Aeration 1,716
(includes air for diffuser over slope for mixing)
Estimated Brake HP 60
# Diffusers 632
# Biofuser® Assemblies 148
# BioFlex© Headers 16
6. Equipment and Services Supplied
Parkson will supply the following equipment and services for the Biolac® treatment system described above:
Qty x (16) Complete BioFlex® moving chains with BioFuser® aeration units including, reinforced hitemperature connecting hose, HDPE piping, restraining cable system and required hardware.
Qty x (16) Electric Operated Butterfly valves for individual control of each BioFlex aeration chain.
Blowers and Accessories: Three (3) Rotary Positive Displacement Blowers (one as standby) shall be provided. Each blower will be selected to deliver 1,716 SCFM at 4.97 PSIG. Each blower will be furnished complete with inlet filter, inlet silencer, discharge silencer, butterfly valve, check valve, pressure relief valve, base plate, V-belt with sheaves, and a 60 Hp, 1800 RPM, 460 volt, 3 ph, 60 hz, TEFC motor. Sound Enclosures are not included.
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One dissolved oxygen probe and analyzer per basin.
One Ammonia probe and analyzer per basin
Remote-mounted control system for operation of the Biolac® Treatment System including control enclosure, FVNR starters, timers, relays and control switches for all motors, and components in the system. Dissolved oxygen monitoring and blower control are also provided.
Final installation inspection, start-up supervision and operator training.
7. Cost Estimate and Term
a. The budget price for the equipment and services supplied is $1,200,000.00 FOB Factory, Freight Allowed.
b. 10% upon issuance of pre-fabrication submittals, 15% upon approval of pre-fabrication submittals; 75% upon shipment of equipment. All payments are NET 30 days. Retainage capped at 5% and not held beyond 120 days from shipment
c. Approval drawings-typically 6-8 weeks after receipt of written order. d. Equipment Shipment - typically 16-20 weeks after complete release for manufacture. e. USA Tariffs and Current Trade Laws: All prices are based on current USA and North America tariffs and trade laws/agreements at time of bid. Any changes in costs due to USA Tariffs and trade laws agreements will be passed through to the purchaser at cost. 4908-6094-3575 v1
ITEM NO. CC 5
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: REPAIRS TO WELLS 14 AND 15A
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
WELL 15A:
On September 24, 2026, the Pump Operator III notified the Water Supervisor and the Public Works Director that Well 15A (Well 15) was not working. A controller had shown a drive undervoltage alarm the previous night, and Well 15 would not run. Bakersfield Well and Pump (BWP) came out on September 25 and replaced the contact. After replacing the contact, Well 15 would not operate. BWP pulled the motor to inspect it, and they realized that it was burnt. BWP tried to replace the burnt motor with a spare the City had at the Public Works Yard, but the motor would not fit. The existing motor had to be rebuilt. After the rebuilt motor was installed, the VFD also had to be replaced with a VFD that the City had in stock. Since the City was down to one Well, these repairs were done on an emergency basis. Well 15 is now operational and producing water.
The cost for these repairs was $ 27,100.89
WELL 14:
On Sunday, August 23, 2026, the Pump Operator III notified the Water Supervisor and the Public Works Director that Well 14 failed, and the digital controller displayed an OL2 Drive Overloaded fault. Bakersfield Well & Pump (BWP) was contacted to come troubleshoot the issue. BWP, after extensively troubleshooting the issue, determined that the problem was most likely with the pump.
On August 25, 2026, BWP provided the City with a quote to pull the pump and inspect it. The City Manager (CM) at the time approved that quote. BWP started removing the shaft and column.
After removing 225 feet of the shaft and column, the remainder of the pump assembly fell to the bottom of the well because of worn/stripped threads (see attached picture). The rest of the shaft, column, and pump had to be fished out, which was time-consuming. Eventually, they were able to remove the entire column, shaft, and pump. After videoing the well, they saw gravel around 609 feet (see attached report). The cost for all this work is $ 66,230, which exceeds the original quote that was approved by the CM.
At this point, the gravel needs to be bailed out to determine where it came from; most likely there is a hole below 609 feet. After the gravel is removed, BWP will need to conduct another video inspection to determine the cause of the gravel in the well. Depending on what is discovered, additional costs may be incurred to fix the well. The most recent estimate is approximately $126,216.33 (in addition to the $66,230 that is already owed), which would include a new shaft, 4908-6094-3575 v1
replacing some of the column pieces, a new pump, rebuilding the motor, a new video, etcetera (see attached quote). As such, the total estimated cost to repair Well 14 is $192,446.33.
FISCAL IMPACT:
Take funds from #51-01010 ($4,608,658.65 fund balance as of 08-31-2026) and transfer to GL# 95-7005-XXX (exact GL# to be determined) in the amount of $300,000 to finish the repairs on Wells 14 and 15A. Current invoices are $93,330.89. Current cost estimates are $126,216.33, plus any additional work that may be needed.
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the resolution to transfer funds from #51-01010 to a new GL to repair Wells 14 and 15A and authorize the Acting City Manager to use the funds to pay for the repairs.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Invoices
2. Quote
3. Resolution 2026-3281
4911-1299-5031 v1 Page 1 of 2
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3281
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF
CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING A TRANSFER OF FUNDS FOR THE
REPAIRS TO WELLS 14 AND 15A
The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, on August 23, 2026, and September 24, 2026, Wells 14 and 15A stopped working, respectively; and
WHEREAS, Bakersfield Well and Pump (BWP) came out to troubleshoot both Wells; and
WHEREAS, Well 15A was repaired, and Well 14 still needs repair;
NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, DETERMINED, AND ORDERED BY THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1: The City hereby approves the transfer of funds from #51-01010 ($4,608,658.65 fund balance as of 08-31-2026) to GL# 95-7005-XXX (exact GL# to be determined) in the amount of $300,000 to finish and pay for repairs on Wells 14 and 15A, respectively.
SECTION 2: 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 letter.
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 Maier Victor M. Ponto,
Acting City Manager/City Clerk City Attorney
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CERTIFICATION
I, John Maier, Acting City Manager/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, to wit:
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 Maier
Acting City Manager/City Clerk
DOWNHOLE
VIDEO SURVEY
Well Rehabilitation Services, Inc
Contractor License No.: CA. 983846
PO Box 80365 Bakersfield, CA. 93380
Phone: 661-587-0914 Fax: 661-587-0981 Web: WWW.WellRehabServices.com Type Perfs: Wire-Wrap screen
Perf Intervals: 421-609.5 ft.
1st Csg I.D.: 13.375'' Steel Csg Weight: From: 0 ft. To: 609.5 ft. 2nd Csg I.D.: Csg Weight: From: To:
I.D Reference: Measured Casing Buildup: Variable Buildup Amounts S.W.L.: 375.8 ft. P.W.L.: Pump Depth:
Operator: Pineda Latitude: 35.14066° Longitude.: 118.00402° Section: Range: Township:
Other Information:
WELLBORE SNAPSHOTS
DEPTHS
(SideScan-Feet) WELLBORE / CASING INFORMATION
Downview 24'' deeper than sideview
0.0 Ft. Sideview-Zero Datum
1.7 Ft. Sideview-Openning 1 & 2
20.0 Ft. Downview-Light scale buildup
247.3 Ft. Sideview-Rub mark
330.0 Ft. Downview-Scale builudp increasing with depth
373.8 Ft. Downview-Static Water Level @ 375.8', No oil
0' (See Other Side) 0' (See Other Side)
0' (See Other Side) 0' (See Other Side)
1.4' (See Other Side) 1.7' (See Other Side)
20' (See Other Side) 247.3' (See Other Side)
330' (See Other Side) 372.5' (See Other Side)
373.8' (See Other Side) 390' (See Other Side)
Client: Bakersfiel Well & Pump Survey Date: September 22, 2026 Address: 7212 Fruitvale Ave. Invoice: Pending Run: 2
City: Bakersfield State: CA Zip: 93308 Well Name: #14
Requested By: Ruben Baltierra P.O.: RB26659 Well Owner: California City Copy To: John,Ricky,Kenny,Samantha,Karson Camera: Aries BT9700 Color Camera Reason For Survey: Post BWP Fishing Pump Zero Datum: Top Of Casing Location: Northwest corner of Mendiburu Rd & Yerba Blvd Field: California City Depth: 609.5 ft. Vehicle: W17
County: Kern Gas Detected: NO LEL: 0.0 H2S: 0.0 CO: 0.0 Notes: BWP lock on gate Tight access; gate next to well, one panel does not open outward.
See internal notes/site photos if need
1.4 Ft. Sideview-Top of 13.375' casing or reline
372.5 Ft. Downview-Mass of hose @ 373.7', pushed down to 420' 390.0 Ft. Downview-Falling buildup-debris poor visibility
WELLBORE SNAPSHOT(S)
Depth: 0 Feet Depth: 0 Feet Depth: 0 Feet
Depth: 0 Feet Depth: 1.4 Feet Depth: 1.7 Feet
Depth: 20 Feet Depth: 247.3 Feet Depth: 330 Feet
Depth: 372.5 Feet Depth: 373.8 Feet Depth: 390 Feet
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VIDEO SURVEY
Well Rehabilitation Services, Inc
Contractor License No.: CA. 983846
PO Box 80365 Bakersfield, CA. 93380
Phone: 661-587-0914 Fax: 661-587-0981 Web: WWW.WellRehabServices.com Survey Date: September 22, 2026
Client: Bakersfiel Well & Pump
Well Name: #14
Depth: 609.5 ft.
1st Csg I.D.: 13.375 in. From: 0 ft. To: 609.5 ft.
2nd Csg I.D.: From: To:
S.W.L.: 375.8 ft. P.W.L.: Pump Depth:
Type Perfs: Wire-Wrap screen
Perf Intervals: 421-609.5 ft.
WELLBORE SNAPSHOTS
DEPTHS
(SideScan-Feet) WELLBORE / CASING INFORMATION
398.0 Ft. Sideview-Builupd & biological layer
421.0 Ft. Sideview-Top top of Wire-Wrap screen
435.0 Ft. Sideview-Sand and mud in screen
End of survey
398' (See Other Side) 421' (See Other Side)
422' (See Other Side) 435' (See Other Side)
444' (See Other Side) 485.6' (See Other Side)
510' (See Other Side) 560' (See Other Side)
607.5' (See Other Side)
422.0 Ft. Sideview-Open screen, gravel pack not visible 444.0 Ft. Sideview-Plugged screen with sand & mud
485.6 Ft. Sideview-Hose piece
510.0 Ft. Downview-Cloudy poor visibility
560.0 Ft. Sideview-Plugged screen with sandy mud
607.5 Ft. Dowvniew-Bottom fill @ 609.5', Solid, Screen continues Total Drilled Depth Unknown
WELLBORE SNAPSHOT(S)
Depth: 398 Feet Depth: 421 Feet Depth: 422 Feet
Depth: 435 Feet Depth: 444 Feet Depth: 485.6 Feet
Depth: 510 Feet Depth: 560 Feet Depth: 607.5 Feet
SWL Depth
375.8'
#14 RUN 2
372.5' - Mass of hose @ 373.7', pushed down to 420'
Wire-Wrap Screen
421 - 609.5' 422' - Open screen, gravel pack not visible 444' - Plugged screen with & sandmud
485.6 - Hose piece
510' - Cloudy poor visibility
560' - Plugged screen with sandy mud
390' - Falling buildup-debris poor visibility
609.5' - Bottom fill, Solid, Screen continues
Total Drilled Depth Unknown
13.375'' Casing
1.4' - 609.5'
Bakersfield Well & Pump Co.
7212 Fruitvale Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93308
To: City of California City Quote
21000 Hacienda Blvd. 9/28/2026
California City, CA 93503 JOB # 26659
Attn: Accounts Payable PO #
(760) 687-8406 Art Van Dang/ (760) 223-1007 Joe
Job Description: Pull Well #14 @ Yerba Blvd & Mediburu Rd (California City) Item # Bid Item Description Qty Units Unit Bid Price
Qty
This
Period Period Total
Qty to
Date Total to Date
1 Mobilization / Demobilization 2 LS $ 4,000.00 2 $ 8,000.00 2 $ 8,000.00 2 Bail Gravel 20 HRS $ 450.00 20 $ 9,000.00 20 $ 9,000.00 3 Air Lift 20 HRS $ 500.00 $ - $ -
4 Video Well 1 EA $ 2,080.00 1 $ 2,080.00 1 $ 2,080.00
5 8" x 10' Column Pipe 47 EA $ 633.33 1 $ 633.33 1 $ 633.33 6 8" x 5' Column Pipe 2 EA $ 425.00 2 $ 850.00 2 $ 850.00 7 1-11/16" x 10' SST Line Shafts 47 EA $ 800.00 47 $ 37,600.00 47 $ 37,600.00 8 1-11/16" x 5' SST Line Shafts 2 EA $ 460.00 2 $ 920.00 2 $ 920.00 9 8" x 1-11/16" Retainers with Vesconite
Inserts 49 EA $ 375.00 49 $ 18,375.00 49 $ 18,375.00
10 11CLC-13 Stage Bowl Assembly 1 LS $ 21,658.00 1 $ 21,658.00 1 $ 21,658.00 11 Install 480' of Pump 480 FT $ 45.00 480 $ 21,600.00 480 $ 21,600.00 12 200hp Motor Clean and Bearings 1 LS $ 5,500.00 1 $ 5,500.00 1 $ 5,500.00 TOTALS $ 126,216.33 126,216.33 $
Ruben Baltierra
John C. Zimmerer
Art Van Dang/Joe
Amount Earned 126,216.33 $
Amount Retained @ 10% (12,621.63) $
Previous Billing(s)
Total Due $ 113,594.70
Date
Total To Date
QUOTE
Prepared By: ________________________________________________________________ Date
Signed By: __________________________________________________________________ Date
Approved By: _______________________________________________________________ https://bwandpumps.sharepoint.com/sites/Operations/Shared Documents/Jobs/2026/26659 Calif City - Pull Poss Parted Pump Well #14 @ CA City Blvd,Yerba Blvd & MendiBuru Rd (California City)/Inv 26659 08-26-26.xlsxRehab and Repair Quote (2) Page 1 of 1
1 Item No. CC 6
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM October 13, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe D. Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Rejection of All Bids for the Wonder Acres Water Reservoir and Booster Pump Station Project, revise the project plans and re-advertise the project BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City plans to construct a new 90,000-gallon above-ground bolted-steel water storage reservoir. The project includes foundation preparation, grading, earthwork, tank installation, liner and coating systems, appurtenances, inlet and outlet piping, valves, overflow and drain components, and level controls. It also includes transmission and distribution piping, valves, air-release and vacuum valves, blowoffs, appurtenances, and tie-ins connecting the reservoir and pump station to the existing water system.
Additional work includes constructing a prefabricated mechanical building and installing pre-engineered booster pumps, motors, suction and discharge piping, valves, fittings, electrical service and panels, flow meters, pressure sensors, level-monitoring equipment, and related instrumentation. These improvements will support Wonder Acres area and the community health and local environmental sustainability.
The City issued a legal notice soliciting formal bids for the project on June 24, 2026. On July 23, 2026, the City Clerk received and publicly opened two bids.
No. Bidder Total Bid
1 Cora Constructors $2,160,000.00
2 Metro Builders & Engineers $2,397,951.00
Staff have determined that the submitted bids are unreasonably high, exceeding both the project’s allocated budget and its assessed fair market value.
Under Public Contract Code sections 20166 and 22038, a public agency’s legislative body may reject all bids and readvertise the project when doing so serves the public interest.
FISCAL IMPACT: To be determined
2 RECOMMENDATION:
Adopt a Resolution 2026-3282 of City of California City, California, rejecting all bids for the Wonder Acres Water Reservoir and Booster Pump Station Project and authorizing staff to revise the construction plans and specifications and re-advertise the project.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
A CEQA Notice of Exemption was filed.
ATTACHMENTS:
1. Bids Summary
2. Resolution 2026-3282
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3282
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA
CITY, CALIFORNIA, FOR REJECTION OF ALL BIDS FOR THE
WONDER ACRES WATER RESERVOIR AND BOOSTER PUMP
STATION PROJECT.
WHEREAS, On June 24, 2026, the City published a legal notice inviting formal bids for the Wonder Acres Water Reservoir and Booster Pump Station Project. On July 23, 2026, the City Clerk received and publicly opened two bids; and
WHEREAS, Staff have determined that the submitted bids are unreasonably high, exceeding both the project’s allocated budget and its assessed fair market value; and WHEREAS, Public Contract Code §§ 20166 and 22038, authorizes a public agency to reject all bids when doing so serves the public interest and when the agency determines that the solicitation documents do not adequately or clearly define the work to be performed.
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: All bids are rejected, and staff are directed to revise the project plans and specifications and re-advertise the project.
SECTION 3: This Resolution becomes effective immediately upon approval by the City Council.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 13th day of October 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
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
BHT Engineering, Inc
#1 #2 #3
DIR#1000011968 DIR#100002769 DIR#100003978
Re-Bid Opening: August 26, 2026 @ 2:00 PM Lic: 346951 Lic: 496765 Lic: 440537 Engineer's Estimate S.A. CAMP PUMP COMPANY General Pump Company Bakersfield Well & Pump company ITEM UNIT OF EST. PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL % % % NO. ITEM CODE MEASURE QNTY PER UNIT PRICE PER UNIT PRICE PER UNIT PRICE PER UNIT PRICE #1 #2 #3 1 Well log videos-post brushing EA 2 $ 5,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 3,094.00 $ 6,188.00 $ 4,500.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 2,000.00 $ 4,000.00 -38.12% -10.00% -60.00% 2 Mobilization/Demobilization, personnel, rigs and service trucks. LS 1 $ 16,000.00 $ 16,000.00 $ 19,540.00 $ 19,540.00 $ 52,000.00 $ 52,000.00 $ 35,000.00 $ 35,000.00 22.13% 225.00% 118.75% 3 Wire brushing of the well casing, swabbing well casing, well patching as required, bailing well to bottom and after swaging well patches LS 1 $ 70,000.00 $ 70,000.00 $ 53,538.00 $ 53,538.00 $ 65,630.00 $ 65,630.00 $ 137,000.00 $ 137,000.00 -23.52% -6.24% 95.71% 4 Furnish and install a new steel well liner casing with a nominal 10-inch outside diameter, or a contractor-proposed alternative diameter that provides adequate annular space. The liner casing must conform to ASTM A252, Grade 2 or Grade 3, or ASTM A139, Grade B, and must have a minimum wall thickness of 0.312 inch. All coatings, linings, sealants, elastomers, and manufactured components in contact with potable water must be NSF/ANSI/CAN 61 certified. Steel casing and structural materials must conform to the specified ASTM standards and must be suitable for potable water well construction. Install at approximate depth of 492 feet below ground surface. The completed liner must consist of 340 feet of blank steel casing, and 152 feet of well screen.
LS 1 $ 70,000.00 $ 70,000.00 $ 60,451.00 $ 60,451.00 $ 140,600.00 $ 140,600.00 $ 125,000.00 $ 125,000.00 -13.64% 100.86% 78.57% 5 Install a properly designed filter (gravel) pack in the annular space using clean, washed, well-rounded silica gravel.
Place the filter pack by tremie pipe from the bottom upward in a continuous operation to ensure uniform placement and to prevent segregation, bridging, or voids within the annular space. Following installation of the liner and filter pack, develop the well using airlifting, surging, pumping, The Contractor may propose an alternative liner diameter, well screen type, screen configuration, and filter pack design to optimize well performance.
LS 1 $ 30,000.00 $ 30,000.00 $ 24,149.00 $ 24,149.00 $ 20,500.00 $ 20,500.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 -19.50% -31.67% -50.00% 6 Furnish and install a new 8-inch vertical turbine pump assembly complete with pump bowls, impellers, enclosed line shaft, column assembly, discharge head, and all accessories required for a complete and operational system.
Peerless Pump Company or approved equal
EA 1 $ 140,000.00 $ 140,000.00 $ 195,701.00 $ 195,701.00 $ 198,000.00 $ 198,000.00 $ 260,000.00 $ 260,000.00 39.79% 41.43% 85.71% 7 Furnish & install new 150 HP, 480 V, 3 phase motor, U.S. motor, CAT:
HO150P2SLH; model: HF08 or approved equivalent. Install sanitary seal. EA 1 $ 40,000.00 $ 40,000.00 $ 17,914.00 $ 17,914.00 $ 41,500.00 $ 41,500.00 $ 50,000.00 $ 50,000.00 -55.22% 3.75% 25.00% 8 Perform operational testing of the motor and pump assembly; must be conducted for a period of not less than 24 hours LS 1 $ 20,000.00 $ 20,000.00 $ 4,261.00 $ 4,261.00 $ 12,600.00 $ 12,600.00 $ 15,000.00 $ 15,000.00 -78.70% -37.00% -25.00% 9 Well sanitation, equipment start-up, document pumping conditions and final site clean-up. LS 1 $ 10,000.00 $ 10,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 8,000.00 $ 9,900.00 $ 9,900.00 $ 5,500.00 $ 5,500.00 -20.00% -1.00% -45.00% 10 Remove the existing 600A Westinghouse breaker and deliver it to the city.
Provide and install a new 350A, 600V, 3ɸ, 65kA AIC Westinghouse thermal magnetic breaker. Set the overload protection of the existing soft starter to 185A. Connect existing feeders to well motor, misc. electrical clean-up and all fittings, wiring and hardware for a fully functional system LS 1 $ 9,000.00 $ 9,000.00 $ 12,840.00 $ 12,840.00 $ 12,600.00 $ 12,600.00 $ 9,500.00 $ 9,500.00 42.67% 40.00% 5.56% Engineer's Estimate Construction items Total… $ 415,000.00 BASE BID $ 402,582.00 BASE BID $ 562,330.00 BASE BID $ 656,000.00 -2.99% 35.50% 58.07%
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
WELL #10 REHABILITATION PROJECT
BIDS SUMMARY
BIDS RECEIVED
Above or Below Engineer's
Estimate
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Bid Opening: July 30, 2026 @ 2:00 PM Lic: 766304 Lic: 597589 Engineer's Estimate
ITEM UNIT OF EST. PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL PRICE TOTAL %% NO. ITEM CODE MEASURE QNTY PER UNIT PRICE PER UNIT PRICE PER UNIT PRICE BID #1 BID #2 1 Pre-construction biological survey report LS 1 $ 7,000 7,000 $ $ 6,000 $ 6,000 $ 4,047 4,047 $ -14.29% -42.19% 2 Remove vegetation, debris, and unsuitable surface materials to provide a clean,stable subgrade for earthwork activities, over-excavation, backfill, grading andcompaction of the tank and building footprint. Include project chain link fenceand gates LS 1 $ 56,000 56,000 $ $ 300,000 $ 300,000 $ 98,826 98,826 $ 435.71% 76.48% 3 Tank foundation shall be concrete ring wall (Type 1) per AWWA D103-19 section 13.4.1 or per tank manufacturer’s specification. LS 1 $ 60,000 60,000 $ $ 56,000 $ 56,000 $ 80,701 80,701 $ -6.67% 34.50% 4 Provide and install the bolted steel tank in accordance with the approved design.The Contractor shall furnish, erect, and test the tank as required by AWWAD103-19. Provide shell manhole 24” diameter, pipe connections, overflow pipe,ladders, roof openings, liquid level indicators with Type 316 stainless steelinternals and complete with float and target board assembly. internal suctionoutlet must include a Vortex breaker. Shall be fabricated from stainless steelType 304. Install chlorine injection point ¾” tap with quill inserted 4-5 inchesinto inlet pipe after the meter about 8-ft distance to tank inlet.
LS 1 $ 200,000 200,000 $ $ 170,000 $ 170,000 $ 221,322 221,322 $ -15.00% 10.66% 5 Provide and install gate valves, control valves complete with all fittings, tubing, pilot controls, accessories, thrust blocks, appurtenances, supports, restraints, valve boxes, and incidental materials.
LS 1 $ 110,000 110,000 $ $ 155,000 $ 155,000 $ 218,599 218,599 $ 40.91% 98.73% 6 Provide and install transmission, distribution, suction, and discharge piping with any required fittings to connect the reservoir and pump station to the existing water system by approved design.
LF 170 $ 68,000 400 $ $ 1,050 $ 178,500 $ 134,470 791 $ 162.50% 97.75% 7 Provide and install an 8-inch propeller-type water meter, McCrometer MLE Series or approved equal. Install eccentric reducers as required. LS 1 $ 50,000 50,000 $ $ 45,000 $ 45,000 $ 51,515 51,515 $ -10.00% 3.03% 8 Provide and Install 8” backflow preventer Watts LF909 or approved equal. EA 1 $ 40,000 40,000 $ $ 35,000 $ 35,000 $ 81,275 81,275 $ -12.50% 103.19% 9 Provide and install premanufactured mechanical building Romtec or approved equal. Including concrete foundation and concrete areas, interior and exterior lights per manufacturer’s recommendations. Construct dry well LS 1 $ 400,000 400,000 $ $ 739,500 $ 739,500 $ 523,827 523,827 $ 84.88% 30.96% 10 Provide and install pre-fabricated, pre-piped, and pre-wired on a single structural steel skid with low suction protection and VFD control. Precision Pumping Systems, Romtec or approved equal. Skid with 50 hp fire pump, 10 hp duty pump, and 3 hp jockey pump with safety by-pass LS 1 $ 220,000 220,000 $ $ 260,000 $ 260,000 $ 786,042 786,042 $ 18.18% 257.29% 11 Provide and install flow meters, pressure sensors, level monitoring equipment, and related instrumentation per tank and booster pump design manufacturers for a fully functional system LS 1 $ 14,000 14,000 $ $ 10,000 $ 10,000 $ 13,759 13,759 $ -28.57% -1.72% 12 Provide and install 400A, 480v, 3ɸ, 65k low profile industrial switchgear TESCO 24-400, NEMA 3R. Including electrical service, conduit and wiring. LS 1 $ 60,000 60,000 $ $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 65,000 65,000 $ -16.67% 8.33% 13 Provide and Install 15 KVA Xfrm 408V-240/120V. Sola or equivalent. EA 1 $ 16,000 16,000 $ $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 18,725 18,725 $ 25.00% 17.03% 14 Provide and install 150A Electrical panel 1 ph, 120/240V, NEMA 3R Eaton or equivalent. EA 1 $ 10,000 10,000 $ $ 20,000 $ 20,000 $ 15,675 15,675 $ 100.00% 56.75% 15 Provide and install 25-ft HT ANSI Class 6 treated Ponderosa pine utility pole per Edison standard. EA 1 $ 12,000 12,000 $ $ 23,000 $ 23,000 $ 8,091 8,091 $ 91.67% -32.58% 16 Provide and install all electrical conduits runs, pull boxes and wiring for tank, all instruments, sensors, and building service receptacles. LS 1 $ 30,000 30,000 $ $ 50,000 $ 50,000 $ 59,035 59,035 $ 66.67% 96.78% 17 Pressure testing, disinfection, flushing of pipelines and the reservoir, equipment testing, calibration, and operational startup. LS 1 $ 20,000 20,000 $ $ 42,000 $ 42,000 $ 17,042 17,042 $ 110.00% -14.79% Engineer's Estimate Construction items Total… 1,373,000 $ BASE BID TOTAL 2,160,000 $
BASE BID
TOTAL $ 2,397,951 57.32% 74.65%
CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY
WONDER ACRES WATER RESERVOIR AND BOSTER PUMP STATION PROJECT
BIDS SUMMARY
Cora Constructors Metro Builders & Engineers Above or below EE T:\4-CALIFORNIA CITY\DOC\2024 Projects\24409 WONDER ACRES WATER TANK\BIDDING PHASE\Cal City Wonder Acres Water Tank BIDS SUMMARY 1 of 1 1 Item No. CC 7
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM October 13, 2026
TO: Mayor and City Council
FROM: Joe D. Barragan, Public Works Director
SUBJECT: Award a $402,582.00 contract to S.A. CAMP Pump Company for the Well #10 Rehabilitation Project, authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement, and add the project to the FY 2026/27 budget.
BACKGROUND/ DISCUSSION:
The City plans to rehabilitate Well #10 on Great Circle Drive to restore lost flow capacity, improve water quality, reduce energy costs by easing strain on the other wells pumping system, and extend the life of existing infrastructure. Rehabilitation is a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to drilling a new municipal well because it uses an established, permitted groundwater source. These improvements will also support community health and local environmental sustainability. Because Well #10 is critical infrastructure, its rehabilitation should be included in the FY 2026/27 budget.
On August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the City Clerk opened three sealed bids for the Well#10 rehabilitation Project.
The following is the tabulation of the bids:
No. Bidder Total Bid
1 SA CAMP Pump Company $402,582.00
2 General Pump Company $562,330.00
3 Bakersfield Well & Pump $656,000.00
The City Engineer (BHT Engineering, Inc.) has approved S.A. CAMP Pump company as the lowest responsible bidder. The contractor has sixty working days to finish the project. 2 FISCAL IMPACT:
Costs: Bid Construction Total: $ 402,582.00
Contingency 10%: $ 40,258.20
Construction Management, Sampling &
Testing (8%):
$ 32,206.56
Total Construction Phase Cost: $ 475,046.76
Funding: Fund CIP water # 95-7005-756
RECOMMENDATION:
Motion to award a $402,582.00 contract to S.A. CAMP Pump Company for the Well #10 Rehabilitation Project, authorize the City Manager to execute the construction agreement, and add the project to the FY 2026/27 budget.
Staff also recommend approval of $40,258.20 (10%) for construction contingency and $32,206.56 (8%) for project management, sampling, and testing. These amounts are "not to exceed" without further Council approval. Contingency funds cover unforeseen construction needs.
ENVIRONMENTAL IMPACT:
CEQA Notice of Exemption filed
ATTACHMENTS:
Resolution 2026-3283
Bids Summary
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3283
RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY, CALIFORNIA, TO ACCEPT THE BID FROM S.A. CAMP PUMP COMPANY FOR THE WELL#10 REHABILITATION PROJECT, WITH A
CONTRACT SUM OF $402,582.00, TO AUTHORIZE CONTINGENCY
AND PROJECT MANAGEMENT COSTS, AND TO AUTHORIZE THE
CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONSTRUCTION AGREEMENT
AND ADD WELL#10 PROJECT TO FY 2026/27 BUDGET
WHEREAS, The City plans to rehabilitate Well #10 on Great Circle Drive to restore lost flow capacity, improve water quality, reduce energy costs by easing strain on the other wells pumping system, and extend the life of existing infrastructure; and WHEREAS, Because Well #10 is critical infrastructure, its rehabilitation should be included in the FY 2026/27 budget; and
WHEREAS, Well rehabilitation is a cost-effective and sustainable alternative to drilling a new municipal well because it uses an established, permitted groundwater source. These improvements will also support community health and local environmental sustainability; and WHEREAS, On August 26, 2026, at 2:00 PM, the City Clerk opened three sealed bids for the Well#10 rehabilitation Project. The City Engineer (BHT Engineering, Inc.) has approved S.A CAMP Pump Company as the lowest responsible and responsive bidder. The contractor has sixty 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 S.A. Camp Pump for the Project, in the amount of $402,582.00. The City Council further approves $40,258.20 (10%) for construction contingencies and $32,206.56 (8%) for Project management, 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 S.A. Camp Pump in a form approved by the City Attorney and add Well#10 Rehabilitation project to FY 2026/27 budget.
SECTION 4: The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of this Resolution.
SECTION 5: This Resolution becomes effective immediately upon approval by the City Council.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 13th day of October 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
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
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: Approval to Purchase Two (2) Dispatch CAD Towers for the 9-1-1 Dispatch Center’s CAD System for the VESTA 9-1-1 Upgrade
BACKGROUND
The City’s 9-1-1 Dispatch Center currently operates the VESTA 9-1-1 system, which is essential for emergency call-taking, dispatching, and coordination of police, fire, and medical responses. The agency is in the process of upgrading to the latest version of the VESTA 9-1-1 system, which includes enhanced performance, updated security features, and improved integration with regional emergency communication networks. VESTA 9-1-1 allows call takers to seamlessly answer and service 9-1-1 calls from Wireless, Wireline, VolP, and multimedia devices.
As part of this upgrade, Motorola Solutions (VESTA) has provided updated hardware specifications required to run the new system efficiently. The City’s existing dispatch computer towers are reaching end of life and no longer meet the minimum hardware requirements for the upgraded platform. Continuing to use outdated hardware risks system instability, slower processing speeds, and potential interruptions in emergency communications.
To maintain operational reliability and ensure uninterrupted service to the community, the Dispatch Center must replace its current computer towers with units that meet or exceed the minimum specifications required for the upgraded VESTA 9-1-1 system.
DISCUSSION
Staff solicited quotes from three qualified vendors for computer towers that meet the minimum performance requirements for the upgraded VESTA system. All three proposed units meet or exceed the specifications necessary to operate the CAD system and its associated resources without interruption.
Minimum Required Specifications (per VESTA upgrade documentation):
• Intel Core Ultra 7 265 processor (20 cores)
• 32 GB memory
• 1 TB solid-state drive (SSD), for rapid data access
• Two NVIDIA RTX A400 graphics cards
• Windows 11 Pro, 64-bit, compatible with VESTA upgrade • Dedicated graphics capability for CAD mapping functions • Reliable power supply and cooling system suitable for 24/7 dispatch operations All three are configured to the same specification for the quotes received:
• Dell Tower:$10,979.52
• Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tower Gen 2: $13,354.60
• HP Z2 Tower G1i: $14,925.30
Staff reviewed each quote for compliance with VESTA’s hardware requirements, warranty coverage, and overall value. All three vendors provide towers capable of supporting the upgraded system; however, the City’s computers are already Dell citywide and offer the best combination of cost, performance, and support. Keeping dispatch on the same platform means the same management tools, driver and firmware updates, imaging, and warranty process.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Authorize the California City Police Department to move forward with the purchase of two computer towers from Dell to maintain operational reliability and ensure uninterrupted service to the community.
2. Council authorizes the City Manager to execute the purchase with the selected vendor based on the submitted quotes.
FISCAL IMPACT
The total purchase cost for the CAD System computer towers is $10,979.52, funded through the Police Department’s Reserve Funds.
CONCLUSION
Upgrading the Dispatch Center’s computer towers is a necessary step to support the VESTA 9-1-1 system upgrade and maintain reliable emergency communication services. Staff recommends approval of the purchase and authorization for the City Manager to proceed with the selected model. Approval of this equipment will allow the California City Police Department to proceed with the necessary 9-1-1 system upgrade through AT&T, ensuring continued reliability of emergency communications and compliance with state-mandated technology standards
ATTACHMENTS
1. Dell Tower, Quote: $10,979.52
2. Lenovo ThinkStation P3 Tower Gen 2, Quote: $13,354.60
3. HP Z2 Tower G1i, Quote: $14,925.30
RESOLUTION NO. 26-3284
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CALIFORNIA CITY APPROVING THE PURCHASE OF TWO NEW COMPUTER TOWERS FOR THE 9-1-1 CAD DISPATCH CENTER TO SUPPORT THE UPGRADED VESTA 9-1-1 SYSTEM The City Council of the City of California City (hereafter referred to as the “City Council”) does resolve as follows:
WHEREAS, the City’s 9-1-1 Dispatch Center relies on the VESTA 9-1-1 Computer-Aided Dispatch (CAD) system to manage emergency call-taking and dispatch operations; and
WHEREAS, the City is currently in the process of upgrading the VESTA 9-1-1 system to the latest version, which requires updated hardware capable of supporting enhanced performance, security, and system integration; and WHEREAS, the existing dispatch computer towers do not meet the minimum hardware specifications required for the upgraded VESTA system, creating a risk of operational interruptions, reduced system performance, and potential impacts to emergency response capabilities; and
WHEREAS, staff obtained three competitive quotes from qualified vendors for computer towers that meet or exceed the minimum hardware requirements necessary to operate the upgraded VESTA 9-1-1 system efficiently and without interruption; and WHEREAS, staff have reviewed the submitted quotes and determined that the recommended vendor provides compliant equipment at a fair and reasonable cost; and WHEREAS, ensuring reliable and uninterrupted emergency communications is essential to public safety and the effective operation of the City’s Police Department and Dispatch Center.
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 approves the purchase of new computer towers for the 9-1-1 Dispatch Center to support the upgraded VESTA 9-1-1 system SECTION 3: The City Council authorizes the City Manager to execute all documents necessary to complete the purchase with the selected vendor, in an amount not to exceed $10,979.52.
SECTION 4: The City Clerk shall certify the passage and adoption of the Resolution
.
PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED on this 13th day of October 2026 by the following roll call vote:
AYES:
NAYS:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
__________________________
Marquette 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, MBC
City Clerk
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COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager
Shannon Hayes, Acting Director of Public Safety
SUBJECT: Galileo Communications Site Damage Repairs and Proposed Security Improvements at the Galileo and Highway 58 Sites
BACKGROUND
The City’s Galileo communications site has sustained damage following an incident in which a metal door security bar, with a chain wrapped around it, was pulled from the building using a vehicle. The incident damaged the building and affected equipment supporting the City's radio communications infrastructure. This damage was discovered on September 25, 2026 and estimated that the incident occurred between September 4, 2026-September 25, 2026.
Following the incident, personnel attempted to make temporary repairs to the damaged wall and removed Police Department equipment from the affected area due to concerns about potential theft and the instability of the equipment rack. The uninterruptible power supply (UPS) was also damaged and no longer recognizes the connected battery.
The damage requires equipment replacement, inspection, and repair to restore the site to a reliable operating condition and reduce the likelihood of further equipment damage or theft.
The Galileo site is an important component of the City's radio communications infrastructure.
Damage or interruptions affecting this site may reduce radio coverage and contribute to missed communications or audio quality issues. Timely repairs are therefore important to maintaining reliable communications for Police Department personnel and other users of the radio system.
Additionally, the Highway 58 communications site experienced a break-in during the previous year. Given the recurring security concerns at both locations, staff recommends considering security measures alongside the Galileo repairs to help deter unauthorized access and improve the ability to detect and respond to future incidents.
DISCUSSION
Staff solicited a quote from the City’s Service provider – 661 Communications.
Staff reviewed the quote for compliance and specialized equipment repair for the Police Department. 661 Communications has provided two quotes:
Repair for both sites: $13,023.11
Repair for both sites and added cameras with AI Security Features: 19,262.11
RECOMMENDATION
1. Authorize the California City Police Department to move forward with the purchase of equipment for $19,262.11.
2. Council authorizes the City Manager to execute the purchase with the selected vendor:
661 Communications based on the submitted quote(s).
FISCAL IMPACT
The total purchase cost for the CAD System computer towers is $19,262.11, funded through the Police Department’s Reserve Funds.
ATTACHMENTS
1. Quote for Repair for both sites: $13,023.11
2. Quote for Repair for both sites and added cameras with AI Security Features:
19,262.11
Obligations of Receiving Party. Receiving Party shall hold and maintain the Confidential Information in strictest confidence. For Receiving Party's own benefit. To publish, copy, or otherwise disclose to others, or permit the use by others for their benefit or to the detriment of Disclosing Party, any Confidential Information is prohibited.
661 Communications
3119 Sierra Meadows Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93313
+16613843537
[email protected]
www.661comm.com
Estimate
ADDRESS
California City Police Department
21130 Hacienda Boulevard
California City, CA 93505
SHIP TO
California City Police Department
21130 Hacienda Boulevard
California City, CA 93505
ESTIMATE # DATE
2001 09/27/2026
DATE ACTIVITY QTY RATE AMOUNT
Galileo site damage repair equipment. 0.00
1/2" Coax Cable
1/2" Superflex 50 Ohm Coax Cable one foot
150 4.54 681.00T
1/2 Inch N Male Conn
N-Male for LCF12-50 & ICA12-50 Series, Captive
Pin for 1/2" Coaxial Cable
6 27.00 162.00T
Site Battery 12 VDC
Group 24V 100Ah Solar Wind AGM SLA DEEP
Cycle li-Po Battery 24V
This will give 4-6 hours of repeater run time
depending on use.
repeater backup
1 796.00 796.00T
Snap-Top Battery Box
Group 24-31 Snap-Top Battery Box for Automotive,
Marine, and RV Batteries
1 208.00 208.00T
Sales
24vdc battery tender
1 125.00 125.00T
UPS Rack 2700
APC Smart-UPS RM SMT3000RM2U
2700W/3000VA 2U 120V LCD UPS System
UPS for all sites to run non repeater equipment
during power outage
1 1,941.00 1,941.00T
Industrial unmanaged Ethernet switch 5 ports
24VDC
Industrial unmanaged Ethernet switch, 5 ports, (5)
Ethernet Gigabit (RJ45) port(s), -40 to +75 deg C,
metal housing, IP30, 35mm DIN rail mount.
1 199.00 199.00T
N-Male for 7/8
N-Male for 7/8 Coax
2 36.00 72.00T
7/8 Coax Ground Kit
Grounding Kit for 7/8 in Coaxial Cable
2 27.00 54.00T
Buss Bars
1/4"x 4"x 12" Universal Copper Ground Buss Bar
Mix Copper, Tinned with hardware
2 89.00 178.00T
Rack Buss Bar 1 145.00 145.00T
Obligations of Receiving Party. Receiving Party shall hold and maintain the Confidential Information in strictest confidence. For Receiving Party's own benefit. To publish, copy, or otherwise disclose to others, or permit the use by others for their benefit or to the detriment of Disclosing Party, any Confidential Information is prohibited.
DATE ACTIVITY QTY RATE AMOUNT
19" Rack Mount Buss Bar 1/4" Holes @ 1" & 5/8"
OC, Hardware
#2 AWG Ground Wire
#2 AWG THHN Green Jacket Stranded Ground
Wire Per Foot
50 3.30 165.00T
Hardware and wiring Installatio
Mics installation parts, Zip ties, copper lugs, solder, Heat shrink, screws, Steel,ground wiring for ground
rod connection.
1 875.00 875.00T
Sales
42U 19 in 2-Post Open Frame Wall Mount Rack
770 lb capacity
1 275.00 275.00T
Sales
ICC Cable Runway Ladder Rack System, 5 FT
Rack-to-Wall Kit, Black
1 225.00 225.00T
Sales
1/2 emt conduit for microwave network cable. To
prevent theft of wiring and damage.
10 15.00 150.00T
Sales
1 1/4 emt conduit for ciax to tower to prevent theft
4 50.00 200.00T
Sales
1 1/4 90 degree
2 15.00 30.00T
Sales
1/2 inch 90 degree emt
2 12.00 24.00T
Sales
Emt couplers
10 4.00 40.00T
Sales
1/2-in x 4-ft x 8-ft plywood for tower to block
climbing access to 12 feet.
2 85.00 170.00T
Sales
Steelworks 3/8-in x 6-ft Coarse Thread
To bolt plywood through tower. All thread will have
bent over ends to prevent removal
2 15.00 30.00T
Sales
Box of 3/8 washer and nuts
2 10.00 20.00T
Labor
Labor to go through equipment and test for damage.
If additional cost is needed we will update customer
before proceeding.
This will cover re install of repeater system at
Galileo and make it as theft proof as possible.
Nothing is guaranteed but the site does need to be
monitored by dispatch to prevent further damage
and repair costs.
60 95.00 5,700.00
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We make every effort to stay on time and on budget. Additional parts and or labor may be needed if an unforeseen issue during the installation process occurs. If a change order is needed we will notify you to authorize the additional items or time.
All Orders over $10,000.00 will require 50% Down before order will be placed. They remaining Balance is due be due 15 days after final delivery.
If an order is canceled a restocking fee of 20 percent may be imposed. On Tait Equipment ONLY a 50 Percent restocking fee will be charged for returned equipment, This is due to build to order systems and this is only if the factory will agree to take back equipment.
Shipping costs and return shipping will be charged and are not refundable.
All Invoices not paid within the net terms are subjected to 1.5 Percent Interest late fees.
Thanks for your time we look forward to earning your business! 661 Communications
SUBTOTAL 12,465.00
TAX 558.11
TOTAL $13,023.11
Accepted By Accepted Date
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661 Communications
3119 Sierra Meadows Drive
Bakersfield, CA 93313
+16613843537
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www.661comm.com
Estimate
ADDRESS
21130 Hacienda Boulevard
California City
CA
93505
SHIP TO
21130 Hacienda Boulevard
California City
CA
93505
ESTIMATE # DATE
2026 09/28/2026
DATE ACTIVITY QTY RATE AMOUNT
Sales
Security door system to alert dispatch door to site is
opened. System has no reoccurring costs. Works
with existing ubiquiti switch.
Two systems will cover 58 hwy site and Galileo
doors.
2 250.00 500.00T
Sales
Galileo and 58 site cameras. All cameras are AI and
will notify when people are present. System has two
AI speakers to play present record sounds and can
notify dispatch cell phone or email with activities.
58 site will have an inside camera and outdoor
camera looking at gat or door.
Galileo site will have inside camera and a PTZ AI
camera on tower and scan area. Two additional
camera's on tower will focus on door area and road
around corner of building. Cameras have LPR
reading.
Camera system is at cost to help PD get some kind
of security monitoring.
Can be added to dispatch console screen.
Labor will be done with the repeater site repair
labor.
1 5,263.50 5,263.50T
SUBTOTAL 5,763.50
TAX 475.49
TOTAL $6,238.99
Accepted By Accepted Date
NB 3
COUNCIL AGENDA ITEM
October 13, 2026
TO: Honorable Mayor and City Council
FROM: John Paul Maier, Acting City Manager
SUBJECT: Direct the Acting City Manager to seek Consulting Services Agreement for Interim Finance Director Services
BACKGROUND
Concerning the City’s Finance Director vacancy, the Finance Manager and department has provided continuity of operations, internal controls, and has met with the Acting City Manager to discuss critical path tasks and fiscal impact adjustments related to staffing.
The City’s Finance Director is a critical vacancy on the City’s Executive Team and a leadership void in the Finance Department. Per the City’s Municipal Code, the City Manager assumed the Acting Finance Director role; however, given the unique and essential nature of the finance function, services may be required in assisting the City Manager and Finance Departments with assisted Financial oversight and operational support, as well as providing staff guidance, mentorship, and continuity during a staffing void.
On August 25, 2026, City Council Meeting, the City Council approved the position of Finance Director (included in the salary schedule of approved positions for California City).
DISCUSSION
An approach to preserve continuity and adjustments to workload may include starting the recruitment for a Finance Director, seek or research Interim Finance Director Services, and/or a combination of directing the City Manager to further evaluate the department and including to reach out to California Society of Municipal Finance Officers and/or representatives (CSMFO) for insight to potential options. To address financial concerns raised by the City Council and to preserve continuity of operations, staff will continue prioritizing critical path tasks and the Acting City Manager will initiate steps and/or options for the City’s recruitment for the Finance Director.
RECOMMENDATION
1. Provide direction to the Acting City Manager to seek Consulting Services Agreement for Interim Finance Director Services and/or provide other direction.
FISCAL IMPACT
None at this time.