Agenda — Chowchilla City Council, March 12, 2024

AGENDA
City Council / Redevelopment Successor Agency
Joint Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall
130 S. Second Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, March 12, 2024
No Closed Session ~ Open Session: 4:00 pm.

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California Levine Act Statement:

California Government Code Section 84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits any Chowchilla City Council Member from participating in any action related to a license, permit, contract, or entitlement for use application if he or she receives any political contributions totaling more than $250 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date of a final decision, from the business/board or applicant.

The Levine Act also requires a member of the Chowchilla City Council who has received such a contribution to disclose the contribution on the record of the proceeding.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor/Chair: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem/Vice Chair: Waseem Ahmed
Council/Board Members: Ray Barragan, John Chavez, Jeff Troost City staff and contract employees present will be recorded in the minutes.

CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Additions and/or Deletions:

OPEN SESSION – 4:00 pm

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION:

PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1

1.1 Oath of Office: Chowchilla Volunteer Firefighter Alec Pierce

PUBLIC ADDRESS
This time is reserved for members of the audience to address the City Council on items of interest that are not on the agenda and that are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council.

City Council Meeting AGENDA March 12, 2024
It is recommended that speakers limit their comments to no more than 3 minutes each, and it is requested that no comments be made during this period on items on the Agenda. Speakers are not allowed to cede their public comment time.

Members of the public who are joining the meeting via Zoom and would like to address the Council on items on the agenda should follow the policy on page 4 of this agenda packet.

The Council is prohibited by law from taking any action on matters discussed that are not on the agenda.

No adverse conclusions should be drawn if the Council does not respond to public comment at this time.

COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2

2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS
Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc

2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
CONSENT CALENDAR – Section 3
All items listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion. Any discussion of any consent item will be made a part of the regular agenda at the request of any member of the city council or any person in the audience.

3.1 Approval of the February 27, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)

3.2 Consideration and Acceptance of the February 2024 Check Register (Williams)

3.3 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Declaring Results of Special Election for Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) and Directing Actions Related Thereto (McClendon)

3.4 Consideration and Adoption of a Redevelopment Successor Agency Resolution Recommending to the Madera County Oversight Board to Authorize the Executive Director of the Chowchilla Redevelopment Successor Agency to Sign the Closing Statement and Other Related Documents Regarding the Disposition of APN 002-250- 053, Located on Chowchilla Boulevard, and Close Escrow (Hamilton) PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4

4.1 Introduction of an Ordinance Amending Section 8.12 – Weeds, of the Chowchilla Municipal Code (Gaumnitz)

4.2 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing and Directing Submission of an Application to the State of California Prohousing Designation Program (Hamilton)
DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6

6.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting General Plan Annual Progress Report and Annual Housing Element Progress Report for the 2023 Year (Hamilton)

6.2 Presentation – Fiscal Year 2023/2024 Mid-Year Budget Review (Williams) City Council Meeting AGENDA March 12, 2024
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
MARCH 16 CITY’S EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE, EDWARD RAY PARK, 9:00 AM – NOON MARCH 20 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBER, 5PM MARCH 21 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBER, 6PM MEASURE T SPECIAL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBER, 6:30-8PM
MARCH 26 CITY COUNCIL MEETING CANCELLED
APRIL 9 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBER, 4PM

ADJOURNMENT
I, Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk, do hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the foregoing agenda was posted at Chowchilla City Hall, 130 S Second Street, Chowchilla, CA, and made available for public review on this 7th day of March 2024 at or before 5:20 pm.

Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk

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Item 3.1

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THE AGENDA

MINUTES
City Council Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall 130 S. Second Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, February 27, 2024
Closed Session: 3:00 pm ~ Open Session: 4:00 pm.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL 3:04 p.m.

Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Waseem Ahmed
Council Members: Ray Barragan, John Chavez (absent), Jeff Troost (absent) City staff and contract employees present: City Administrator Rod Pruett, City Attorney Mary Lerner, Police Chief Jeff Palmer, Fire Chief Fred Gaumnitz, Public Works Director Jason Rogers, Community & Economic Development Director Mark Hamilton, Finance Director Kerri Williams, Deputy Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Stacy Wisener, IT System Administrator Carlos Berrocal, City Clerk Joann McClendon

CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Additions and/or Deletions:

Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Barragan to Approve the Agenda as Amended, removing Item 1.1, Oath of Office. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Members Chavez and Troost absent.

PUBLIC ADDRESS – CLOSED SESSION
No one spoke.

CLOSED SESSION – 3:09 p.m.

1. Government Code section 54956.9
CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL –

ANTICIPATED LITIGATION
Significant Exposure to Litigation Pursuant to paragraph (2) or (3) of subdivision (d) of section 54956.9 of the Government Code: One Case. Threat of litigation from attorney Scott Rafferty (See attached letter.)
OPEN SESSION – 4:03 pm

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION: Pastor Richard Pruitt
CLOSED SESSION REPORT: Nothing to report.

City Council Meeting MINUTES February 27, 2024
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1

1.1 Oath of Office: Chowchilla Volunteer Firefighter Alec Pierce

1.2 Recognition of Girl Scout Troop # 4042

PUBLIC ADDRESS
Josue Vidal addressed the City Council regarding the homeless.

Madeline Ralls Davis addressed the Council, recognizing and thanking Deputy Director of Public Works Joe Roman and Police Chief Jeff Palmer for their efforts in getting a fence around the dilapidated property across the street from the Little League Field.

Sharondalyn DuPree addressed the Council making them aware of an event she is organizing, Martin Luther King Day Community Event, scheduled for January 20, 2025 at Veterans Memorial Park.

COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2

2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS
Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc
Mayor Pro Tem Ahmed attended Madera County Transportation Commission, Madera County Economic Development Commission, and Madera County LAFCO meetings.

Mayor Smith attended the ribbon cutting ceremony of the new Camarena Urgent Care Center, and the Chowchilla Athletic Foundation Hall of Fame dinner.

2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
Police Chief Palmer added to Madeline Davis’ recognition of staff, including Fire Chief Gaumnitz, Fire Inspector Turner, Code Enforcement Officer Hunter, Public Works Director Rogers who collaborated together to get the fence up around the dilapidated property before Little League season began. He went over latest departmental stats. Animal shelter upgrades continuing. The CUHS metal shop is creating a CPD station sign and the art class will be creating some wall art within the building.

Fire Chief Gaumnitz working with Volunteer Association’s MOU and is working on updating the weed abatement ordinance. The Fire Station construction is moving along well.

Public Works Director Rogers, last week, met with several other staff members regarding the centennial clock location on the corner of 2nd Street and Robertson. At this time, it was decided to move the clock from the corner of 2nd Street to in front of City Hall on 2nd Street. Staff began removal of concrete today in preparation of the electrical. The City Administrator and I met with the High Speed Rail regarding the Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project regarding the reimbursement agreement so that we can begin engineering design for the project. We anticipate having that agreement in place within the next few months. And finally, the Annual Curbside Cleanup Event will take place from April 22nd – 26th.

City Council Meeting MINUTES February 27, 2024
Community & Economic Development Director Hamilton reported that Century Communities is now removing orchards on the property, working with staff to get the map recorded and construction started. He also attended the Chowchilla Athletic Foundation Dinner. Jack in the Box has started construction again; the framing is up and hoping to be finished within the next couple of months. The Century homes project is going to be 203 mid-market homes, in phases.

This will cause additional traffic along Washington Road. He added that he and MCEDC Executive Director Darren Rose attended a CERF meeting.

Finance Director Williams is finishing up the mid-year budget, and announced that the City won the GFOA budget award for this years’ budget.

Deputy Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Wisener is working on the Easter event. She put out a movie survey and received a lot of feedback from the community and will proceed with that. And she is going to start recruitment for Lifeguards for this years open swim program. She reiterated about the clock, it was supposed to be located on Robertson Boulevard, but because of drainage and Caltrans issues it could not be placed there at this time.

Once Caltrans projects are completed, the City may potentially move the clock to a more suitable location.

City Clerk McClendon reported that the primary elections are being held this weekend (March 2- 5) in the Council Chamber for Chowchilla residents. She notified Council that the FPPC has sent emails to those who must file their Form 700 that are due by April 2.

City Administrator Pruett announced that the ballots that came in for the CFD 2023 did not allow it to pass, therefore the refunding of the CFD will not move forward. If passed, it would have saved taxpayers money within that CFD area. Right now he is weighing the options of bringing it back next year. He has meetings set up with Measure N consultants for the renewal. He attended the Camarena Urgent Care ribbon cutting ceremony; met with Tri Counties Bank to go over some investment opportunities that may have a better return than LAIF. Had a meeting JCI to resolve ongoing solar credit disputes.

CONSENT CALENDAR – Section 3

3.1 Approval of the February 13, 2024, City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)

3.2 Consideration and Acceptance of the January 2024 Financial Reports (Williams) Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Barragan to Approve the Consent Calendar as Presented. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Members Chavez and Troost absent.

PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4
DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6

6.1 Consideration of Approving the Madera County Economic Development Commissions 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Basic Service Level Budget Proposal (Pruett) City Council Meeting MINUTES February 27, 2024
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Barragan to Approve the Madera County Economic Development Commissions 2024-2025 Fiscal Year Basic Service Level Budget Proposal. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Members Chavez and Troost absent.

6.2 Discussion and/or Direction: Development and Implementation of a Beautification Committee (Rogers)
It was the consensus of the City Council for staff to move forward with developing and implementing a Beautification Committee.

6.3 Discussion and/or Direction: Quarterly Legislative Update (Lerner) ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
FEBRUARY 26 EDWARD RAY DAY
MARCH 1 CHOWCHILLA WESTERN STAMPEDE DRIVE, 10 AM
MARCH 12 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, CITY HALL, 4 PM
MARCH 16 CITY’S EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE, EDWARD RAY PARK, 9:00 AM - NOON

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smith Adjourned the Fevruary 27, 2023 City Council Meeting at 5:25 p.m.

ATTEST: APPROVED:

Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk Mayor Kelly Smith

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 3.2

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Information Regarding Monthly Invoice Payments PREPARED BY: Kerri Williams, Finance Director
ATTACHMENTS: Check list report

REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

Informational only. The invoices paid are shown in the attached listing of invoices.

BACKGROUND:

Presented this evening is a list of invoices paid in February 2024.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Informational item only.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Each item shown on the invoice list includes a description of that item and the amount of the invoice.

ALTERNATIVES:

Not applicable.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

None.
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Bank Transaction Report
Chowchilla, CA Transaction Detail
Issued Date Range: 02/01/2024 - 02/29/2024
Cleared Date Range: -
Cleared
Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
Bank Account: 200650906 - General Tricounties Bank
02/01/2024 66733 Daisy Alcaraz Utility Billing Outstanding Check -166.12 02/01/2024 66734 Monica Casteel Utility Billing Outstanding Check -47.55 02/02/2024 66735 Richard and Geri Caylor Utility Billing Outstanding Check -266.10 02/02/2024 66736 Yaneli Rocha Utility Billing Outstanding Check -21.35 02/07/2024 66737 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -263.53 02/07/2024 66738 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -731.00 02/07/2024 66739 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/07/2024 66740 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -180.00 02/07/2024 66741 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -110.00 02/07/2024 66742 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -120.00 02/07/2024 66743 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -87.50 02/07/2024 66744 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -274.18 02/07/2024 66745 American Fidelity Assurance Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,243.00 02/07/2024 66746 Anderson Pump Co Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,736.79 02/07/2024 66747 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -95.59 02/07/2024 66748 AT & T CALNET Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,341.42 02/07/2024 66749 Avison Construction, INC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -134,015.55 02/07/2024 66750 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -288.00 02/07/2024 66751 Caltronics Business Systems Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -214.24 02/07/2024 66752 Central Valley Veterinary Clinic Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,259.79 02/07/2024 66753 Chowchilla Do It Best Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -180.07 02/07/2024 66754 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -43.33 02/07/2024 66755 De Lage Landen Financial Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,598.99 02/07/2024 66756 Department of Justice/Acc B/A Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -175.00 02/07/2024 66757 Ewing Irrigation Products Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -809.82 02/07/2024 66758 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -401.56 02/07/2024 66759 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/07/2024 66760 Fastenal Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -76.84 02/07/2024 66761 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -834.61 02/07/2024 66762 Fresno City College Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -930.00 02/07/2024 66763 Fresno Madera Counties Police Chief's As Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -350.00 02/07/2024 66764 Grover Landscape Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,000.00 02/07/2024 66765 Guadalupe Gonzalez Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -26.53 02/07/2024 66766 Home Depot Credit Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -715.71 02/07/2024 66767 Industrial Plumbing Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -716.34 02/07/2024 66768 Interstate Battery of Fresno Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -166.16 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
02/07/2024 66769 L & L Electrical, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,150.00 02/07/2024 66770 League of California Cities Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,952.44 02/07/2024 66771 Lozano Smith, LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -17,545.30 02/07/2024 66772 Madera Co Auditor/Controller Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -108,618.54 02/07/2024 66773 Madera County Farm Bureau Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,986.20 02/07/2024 66774 Madera Uniform and Accessores, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -329.61 02/07/2024 66775 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,524.03 02/07/2024 66776 MuniServices LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,185.81 02/07/2024 66777 Navia Benefit Solutions Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -200.00 02/07/2024 66778 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -436.17 02/07/2024 66779 O'Reilly Auto Parts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -702.81 02/07/2024 66780 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -940.66 02/07/2024 66781 PROtech Security & Electronics Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -186.35 02/07/2024 66782 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -284.57 02/07/2024 66783 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -36,473.96 02/07/2024 66784 Railworks Track Systems LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -215.00 02/07/2024 66785 Rick Manuel Medeiros Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -750.00 02/07/2024 66786 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -56.54 02/07/2024 66787 Safety-Kleen Systems Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -288.68 02/07/2024 66788 Smith Truck Repair Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,454.03 02/07/2024 66789 Southern Tire Mart LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -86.61 02/07/2024 66790 Sparkletts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5.99 02/07/2024 66791 The Water Connection Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,800.00 02/07/2024 66792 Toshiba Financial Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -388.98 02/07/2024 66793 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,936.64 02/07/2024 66794 US Post Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,432.49 02/07/2024 66795 USA Bluebook Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,149.46 02/07/2024 66796 Van De Pol Enterprises Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1.00 02/07/2024 66797 Vulcan Materials Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,019.71 02/07/2024 66798 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -33,961.24 02/07/2024 66799 Zoom Imaging Solutions, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -350.29 02/15/2024 66800 A & R Refrigeration Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -350.63 02/15/2024 66801 Aanonson Sprinkler Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -214.92 02/15/2024 66802 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -123.05 02/15/2024 66803 Badger Meter Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -661.40 02/15/2024 66804 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -288.00 02/15/2024 66805 California Highway Patrol Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -100.00 02/15/2024 66806 CDW Government, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -788.00 02/15/2024 66807 Chowchilla Do It Best Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -21.81 02/15/2024 66808 Chowchilla Memorial Healthcare District Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -15,000.00 02/15/2024 66809 City of Fresno Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,186.00 02/15/2024 66810 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -246.32 02/15/2024 66811 Cook's Communication Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,191.70 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
02/15/2024 66812 County of Sutter Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10.00 02/15/2024 66813 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -66.00 02/15/2024 66814 Department of Justice/Acc B/A Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -105.00 02/15/2024 66815 Department of Transportation Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,202.01 02/15/2024 66816 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -32.75 02/15/2024 66817 Fastenal Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -18.81 02/15/2024 66818 Holt of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -850.56 02/15/2024 66819 Ingraham Trophies Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -19.87 02/15/2024 66820 Lozano Smith, LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -125.00 02/15/2024 66821 Marco Antonio Luna Lucas Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -6,000.00 02/15/2024 66822 Metropolitan Transportation Commission Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,000.00 02/15/2024 66823 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,486.81 02/15/2024 66824 Municipal Maintenance Equipment Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -531.27 02/15/2024 66825 MuniServices LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,144.76 02/15/2024 66826 Myers Stevens & Toohey & Co Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -663.60 02/15/2024 66827 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -676.72 02/15/2024 66828 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -990.64 02/15/2024 66829 Platt Electrical Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -94.44 02/15/2024 66830 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -305.15 02/15/2024 66831 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -35,738.05 02/15/2024 66832 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,742.45 02/15/2024 66833 Robert Zoppi Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,000.00 02/15/2024 66834 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -424.97 02/15/2024 66835 Salters Distributing Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -135.94 02/15/2024 66836 Seeger's Printing Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -240.98 02/15/2024 66837 Sparkletts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.91 02/15/2024 66838 Specialized Utility Services Program Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,300.00 02/15/2024 66839 Sunbelt Rentals Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -744.81 02/15/2024 66840 Super Circuits Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -379.98 02/15/2024 66841 The Radar Shop Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -718.00 02/15/2024 66842 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -355.01 02/15/2024 66843 USA Bluebook Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -124.44 02/15/2024 66844 Wulff, Hansen & Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,500.00 02/15/2024 66845 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,910.56 02/21/2024 66846 Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -13,749.49 02/21/2024 66847 Jose Velazco Utility Billing Outstanding Check -5.57 02/22/2024 66848 DBC445 Utility Billing Outstanding Check -569.14 02/22/2024 66849 Crystal Lugo Utility Billing Outstanding Check -154.87 02/26/2024 66850 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -263.53 02/26/2024 66851 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -688.00 02/26/2024 66852 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/26/2024 66853 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -180.00 02/26/2024 66854 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -110.00 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
02/26/2024 66855 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -120.00 02/26/2024 66856 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -87.50 02/26/2024 66857 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -139.64 02/26/2024 66858 AFLAC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -877.15 02/26/2024 66859 Alliant Insurance Service Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,261.00 02/26/2024 66860 American Fidelity Assurance Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,302.90 02/26/2024 66861 American Fidelity Assurance (Flex) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -950.00 02/26/2024 66862 AT & T CALNET Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -268.81 02/26/2024 66863 Avison Construction, INC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -352,167.75 02/26/2024 66864 Big Creek Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -422.10 02/26/2024 66865 Blue Shield of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -76,696.94 02/26/2024 66866 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -586.00 02/26/2024 66867 Casadi Denny Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -332.50 02/26/2024 66868 CDW Government, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -54,511.98 02/26/2024 66869 Central Valley Veterinary Clinic Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -217.00 02/26/2024 66870 Chowchilla Do It Best Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -350.86 02/26/2024 66871 Chowchilla Rotary Club Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -550.00 02/26/2024 66872 City of Fresno Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -593.00 02/26/2024 66873 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -676.50 02/26/2024 66874 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -552.54 02/26/2024 66875 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/26/2024 66876 FM3 Research Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -27,000.00 02/26/2024 66877 Gideon Pest Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -45.00 02/26/2024 66878 Guadalupe Gonzalez Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -100.00 02/26/2024 66879 Mace Pest Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -90.00 02/26/2024 66880 Madera County Animal Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -230.00 02/26/2024 66881 Marco Antonio Luna Lucas Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -500.00 02/26/2024 66882 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -141,998.42 02/26/2024 66883 NBS Government Finance Group Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,000.00 02/26/2024 66884 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,676.17 02/26/2024 66885 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/26/2024 66886 O'Reilly Auto Parts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -139.76 02/26/2024 66887 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,387.67 02/26/2024 66888 Precision Civil Engineering, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,786.25 02/26/2024 66889 ProClean Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -687.46 02/26/2024 66890 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -202.53 02/26/2024 66891 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -73,061.58 02/26/2024 66892 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 02/26/2024 66893 Quadient Leasing USA, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -632.10 02/26/2024 66894 Railworks Track Systems LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -215.00 02/26/2024 66895 Rockwell Engineering and Equipment Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -32,681.07 02/26/2024 66896 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -291.89 02/26/2024 66897 Steven Turner Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -224.00 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Cleared
Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
02/26/2024 66898 Steven Turner Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -224.00 02/26/2024 66899 Ubaldo and Marina Garcia Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -300.00 02/26/2024 66900 United Rentals Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -255.81 02/26/2024 66901 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,963.75 02/26/2024 66902 USA Bluebook Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -262.96 02/26/2024 66903 Van De Pol Enterprises Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,633.50 02/26/2024 66904 Verizon Wireless Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,642.64 02/27/2024 66905 Varo Real Invoestments C/O Diego Espinosa Utility Billing Outstanding Check -152.12 02/28/2024 66906 Dinora Rojas Olivera Utility Billing Outstanding Check -162.28 Bank Account 200650906 Total: (174) -1,332,711.83
Bank Account: 200695379 - Payroll-Tri Counties
02/09/2024 531 531 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
02/09/2024 02/06/2024 532 532 Payroll Cleared Check 0.00 02/09/2024 533 533 Payroll Outstanding Check -210.61
02/09/2024 534 534 Payroll Outstanding Check -674.16
02/09/2024 535 535 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
Bank Account 200695379 Total: (5) -1,453.57
Report Total: (179) -1,334,165.40
Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Summary
Bank Account Count Amount
200650906 General Tricounties Bank 174 -1,332,711.83
200695379 Payroll-Tri Counties 5 -1,453.57
Report Total: 179 -1,334,165.40
Cash Account Count Amount
**No Cash Account** 7 0.00
999 999-0100-0215 Cash In Bank 168 -1,332,711.83
999 999-0100-0216 Cash In Bank (Payroll) 4 -1,453.57
Report Total: 179 -1,334,165.40
Transaction Type Count Amount
Check 179 -1,334,165.40
Report Total: 179 -1,334,165.40
03083.04:J19520

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 3.3

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Approving Resolution Declaring Results of Special Election for Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) and Directing Actions Related Thereto
PREPARED BY: Rod Pruett, City Administrator
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution

REVIEWED BY

ADMINISTRATOR

REVIEWED BY

ATTORNEY

REVIEWED BY

FINANCE
RECOMMENDATION:

That the City Council approve the attached Resolution.

HISTORY / BACKGROUND:

In 2006, the City formed the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2006-1 (“CFD 2006-1”), pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, constituting Section 53311 et. seq. of the California Government Code (the “Act”) and designated an Improvement Area 1 (“Area 1”) within CFD 2006-1, to finance certain public improvements and to issue $8,615,000 of special tax bonds (the “2007 Bonds”) for that purpose. CFD 2006-1 has a total bonding authority of $50 million and property owners in Area 1 of CFD 2006-1 are subject to special tax levies that are sufficient to pay debt service on the entire $50 million. CFD 2006-1 has a remaining bonding authority of $41,385,000.

The rate and method of apportionment of special taxes (“RMA”) for CFD 2006-1 has been a point of contention with property owners in Area 1 for a number of years and development of certain property within Area 1 has been stagnant due to unintended effects of the RMA. The RMA requires that the special tax levied on property in Area 1 be at the maximum special tax rates in the RMA, and the CFD 2006-1 has covenanted with the 2007 Bondowners to so levy the special taxes.

For the last five years, the City has been working with its consultants and interested parties in Area 1 of CFD 2006-1 in an effort to provide relief from the burdensome CFD 2006-1 RMA and to rejuvenate development within Area 1.

After extensive discussions with stakeholders, the City Council conducted proceedings for the formation of a new Community Facilities District (“CFD 2023-1”) that was intended to replace CFD 2006-1 and its related RMA. It was intended that the new CFD 2023-1 issue special tax bonds only in an amount sufficient to refund the 2007 Bonds, and to otherwise continue to provide funding of municipal services that were authorized to be funded by CFD 2006-1.

To that end, AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”), an owner of property in CFD 2006-1, advanced $110,000 (the “Deposit”) to the City to cover costs of the formation of CFD 2023-1 and the non-contingent costs of the issuance of bonds for CFD 2023-1. Funds advanced by AutoZone are required to be repaid to AutoZone from CFD 2023-1 bond proceeds only if the ballot measure described below was approved and the bonds were issued. Following the receipt of the Deposit from AutoZone, the City Council, on August 22, 2023, adopted a Resolution approving a Deposit Agreement with AutoZone and authorizing the City Administrator to enter into contracts with consultants to assist in the formation of CFD 2023-1, including the firm of NBS as special tax consultant and Quint & Thimmig LLP as formation counsel.

At the City Council meeting of October 10, 2023, the City Council adopted a Resolution of Intention to Establish CFD 2023-1 and a Resolution of Intention for CFD 2023-1 to issue up to $6,500,000 of special tax bonds. At the City Council meeting of November 14, 2023, the City Council held a public hearing regarding CFD 2023-1, adopted a Resolution of Formation of CFD 2023-1, adopted a Resolution Determining the Necessity for CFD 2023-1 to Incur Bonded Indebtedness, and adopted a Resolution Calling for a Special Election by mail ballot of those persons registered to vote who have an address located within the boundaries of CFD 2023-1 (the “Qualified Electors”).

Ballots for the special election, along with written instructions for the return of the ballot, a ballot return envelope, an impartial analysis of the ballot measure and a tax rate statement providing information on financial aspects of CFD 2023-1 were mailed to the Qualified Electors on February 2, 2024, and the special election was closed on February 20, 2024. The City Clerk, with assistance from the Madera County Clerk’s Office, subsequently verified the signatures of those persons that cast ballots on or before February 20th.

The City Clerk has executed a Canvass and Statement of Result of Election that shows that of the 58 people eligible to cast ballots in the special election, seven cast ballots, with four in favor and three opposed. Because Section 53326 of the California Government Code requires at least a two-thirds of the ballots cast be in favor of the ballot measure for it to be successful, the ballot measure failed and CFD 2023-1 will not proceed as had been anticipated.

The City Council is now requested to adopt a Resolution officially declaring the results of the special election. In the Resolution, the City Council acknowledges that, pursuant to Section 53329 of the California Government Code, the City Council shall take no further action with respect to authorizing the special tax specified in the ballot measure within CFD 2023-1 for one year from the February 20, 2024 date of the special election. The Resolution also directs the City Administrator to process payment from the AutoZone Deposit of any invoices for costs in conducting proceedings for the formation of CFD 2023- 1, including but not limited to costs of NBS and Quint & Thimmig LLP for services as special tax consultant and formation counsel, respectively, in an aggregate amount of up to $66,500.00; and return the unexpended and uncommitted portion of the Deposit, but not less than $43,500.00, to AutoZone within ten (10) business days of the date of adoption of the Resolution, all in accordance with the Deposit Agreement.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The Resolution is needed to formally declare the results of the special election in CFD 2023-1.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no fiscal impact to the City’s general fund. The costs incurred relative to CFD 2023-1 will be paid from the AutoZone Deposit.

ALTERNATIVES:

Not approve the Resolution and violate the Deposit Agreement and agreements between the City and consultants it engaged to assist with CFD 2023-1.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The City Administrator is directed by the Resolution to pay the consultants that assisted with CFD 2023-1 from the AutoZone Deposit and to return to AutoZone the portion of the Deposit that was to be used for costs of issuance of the bonds for CFD 2023-1.
03083.04:J19499
COUNCIL RESOLUTION #__-24

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA,

CALIFORNIA DECLARING RESULTS OF SPECIAL ELECTION FOR COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT NO. 2023-1 (REPLACEMENT OF CFD 2006-1) AND DIRECTING

ACTIONS RELATED THERETO
WHEREAS, in proceedings heretofore conducted by this City Council pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, Section 53311 et seq. of the California Government Code (the “Law”), this City Council on November 14, 2013 adopted Resolution No. #87-23 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla, California Calling Special Election Within Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1)”, calling for a special election of the qualified electors of the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) (the “District”); and WHEREAS, pursuant to the terms of said Resolution, which are by this reference incorporated herein, the special election was held on February 20, 2024, and the City Clerk has on file a Canvass and Statement of Results of Election, a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A; and
WHEREAS, this City Council has reviewed the canvass and hereby approves it; and WHEREAS, the City of Chowchilla (the “City”) and AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”) are parties to a Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement, executed by AutoZone on July 21, 2023 and executed by the City on July 31, 2023 (the “Deposit Agreement”), whereby AutoZone advanced $110,000 to the City (the “Deposit”) to pay costs in conducting proceedings for the formation of the District and the possible issuance of bonds for the District; and WHEREAS, Section 2(c) of the Deposit Agreement requires that the City return to AutoZone, within ten (10) business days after the adoption by the City of this Resolution, any then unexpended portion of the Deposit, less an amount equal to any CFD formation costs incurred by the City or that the City is otherwise required to pay, and this City Council now desires to direct City Administrator to return the unexpended and uncommitted portion of the Deposit to AutoZone.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds, determines and declares the following:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct.

2. The issues presented at the special election were the incurring of a bonded indebtedness in the maximum aggregate principal amount of $6,500,000, the levy of a special tax within the District to be levied in accordance with the rate and method of apportionment of special taxes heretofore approved by this City Council by its Resolution No. #85-23 adopted November 14, 2023 entitled “A Resolution of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla of Formation of City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2023-1 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1), Authorizing Levy of a Special Tax Within the District, Preliminarily Establishing an Appropriations Limit for the District and Submitting Levy of the Special Tax and the Establishment of the Appropriations Limit to the Qualified Electors of the District” (the “Resolution of Formation”), and the approval of an appropriations limit of $6,500,000 for the District pursuant to the Resolution of Formation. -2-

3. Pursuant to the canvass of the special election a copy of which is attached hereto as Exhibit A, the issues presented at the special election were not approved by two-thirds or more of the qualified electors of the District that submitted ballots in the election.

4. This City Council acknowledges that, pursuant to Section 53329 of the Law, the City Council shall take no further action with respect to authorizing the special tax specified in the ballot measure within the District for one year from the February 20, 2024 date of the special election.

5. The City Administrator is hereby directed to: (a) process payment from the Deposit of any invoices for costs in conducting proceedings for the formation of the District, including but not limited to costs of NBS and Quint & Thimmig LLP for services as special tax consultant and District formation counsel, respectively, in an aggregate amount of up to $66,500.00; and (b) return the unexpended and uncommitted portion of the Deposit, but not less than $43,500.00, to AutoZone within ten (10) business days of the date hereof, all in accordance with Section 2(c) of the Deposit Agreement.

6. This Resolution shall take effect upon its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla, this 12th day of March, 2024 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:

Kelly Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk

EXHIBIT A

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL &
Redevelopment Successor Agency
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Consideration and Adoption of a Redevelopment Successor Agency Resolution Recommending to the Madera County Oversight Board to Authorize the Executive Director of the Chowchilla Redevelopment Successor Agency to Sign the Closing Statement and Other Related Documents Regarding the Disposition of APN 002-250-053, Located on Chowchilla Boulevard, and Close Escrow
PREPARED BY: Mark Hamilton, Director of Community & Economic Development ATTACHMENTS: 1. Sellers Estimated Closing Statement

2. Sale Closing Escrow Instructions

3. Owners Affidavit

REVIEWED BY
FINANCE DIRECTOR ☒ REVIEWED BYCITY ATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

That the Successor Agency of the Chowchilla Redevelopment Agency (Chowchilla Successor Agency) recommend to the Madera County Oversight Board to authorize the Executive Director to sign the Closing Statement and other related closing documents regarding the disposition of APN 002-250-053 and close escrow.

BACKGROUND:

The Successor Agency of the Chowchilla Redevelopment Agency and its former Oversight board adopted a Long-Range Property Management Plan (LRPMP) in accordance with State law. The LRPMP was approved by the State of California Department of Finance on March 21, 2014. Subsequent to the adoption of the LRPMP, the Former Redevelopment Agency transferred the property to the City for Liquidation.

Upon close of escrow, the proceeds of the sale will be distributed to various school districts and other governmental agencies.

The City entered into escrow in October of 2022 for One Million and Two Hundred Thousand Dollars ($1,200,000), with the buyer requesting an escrow period of 549 days (approximately 18 months) to allow for the completion of the entitlement process (Design, Use Permit, CEQA, and Building Permit). The extended escrow timeframe is quite common for industrial types of projects. Since entering escrow, the buyer, their consultants, and builder have been working with City staff developing a viable project allowing them to expand their current operation within the community.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ANALYSIS:

Sale of the Property by the Successor Agency is not a project for purposes of the California Environmental Quality Act (Pub. Res. Code Section 21000 et seq.) ("CEQA") and the CEQA Guidelines (14 Cal Code Regs 15000 et seq.), because, in light of the "as-is" nature of the sale under the Sale Agreement, the action will not result in direct or indirect physical changes in the environment.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The sale of the Property, as set forth in the disclosure agreement is $1,200,000. Pursuant to the LRPMP, the proceeds from the sale of the Property will be retained and used by the Oversight Board for enforceable obligations. Upon close of escrow, the City would receive approximately $1,135,031.

ALTERNATIVES:

To keep escrow open.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

If approved, staff will contact the Oversight Board to applicants wishes to close escrow.

REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY RESOLUTION # -24

A RESOLUTION OF THE REDEVELOPMENT SUCCESSOR AGENCY OF THE CITY OF

CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA RECOMMENDING TO THE MADERA COUNTY OVERSIGHT BOARD

TO AUTHORIZE THE EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR OF THE CHOWCHILLA SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO

SIGN THE CLOSING STATEMENT AND OTHER RELATED CLOSING DOCUMENTS REGARDING THE DISPOSITION OF APN 002-250-053 LOCATED ON CHOWCHILLA BOULEVARD AND CLOSE ESCROW
BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla as follows:

Section 1. WHEREAS:

The former City of Chowchilla Redevelopment Agency (“Agency”) was a community redevelopment agency organized and existing under the California Redevelopment Law, and which was dissolved by operation of State law as of February 1, 2012; and
The Dissolution Law (Health & Safety Code Section 34170 et seq.) created the City of Chowchilla Successor Agency (“Successor Agency”) and the Successor Agency is required to, among other things, oversee the management and disposition of all real property assets of the Agency; and The Successor Agency was required to prepare a Long-Range Property Management Plan (“LRPMP”) to address the disposition and use of all real property assets of the former Agency, and to submit an Oversight Board-approved LRPMP to the Department of Finance (Health & Safety Code §34191.4); and The County of Madera Oversight Board (“Oversight Board”) and Department of Finance have approved the Successor Agency’s LRPMP; and
Among the properties owned by the Successor Agency and listed for sale in the LRPMP is that certain real property located on Chowchilla Boulevard, Chowchilla, CA 93610, identified as Assessor Parcel Number 002-250-053 (the “Property”); and
The Successor Agency received a Sellers Estimated Closing Statement and related documents requesting to close escrow, complete the sale, transferring the property to George Tristao and Danny Tristao (“Buyer”); and
The Successor Agency desires to close escrow with Buyer due to the buyer completing the terms and conditions originally set forth in the Purchase and Sale Agreement; and The sale of the Property is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to Section 15061(b)(3) of the CEQA Guidelines, as it can be seen with certainty that the transfer of the subject Property will not have a significant effect on the environment.

Section 2. THEREFORE, IT IS RESOLVED by the Chowchilla Redevelopment Successor Agency hereby finds, determines and declares the following:

That based upon staff reports and other matters presented during consideration of this matter, the City of Chowchilla Successor Agency finds and declares the foregoing recitals to be true and correct, and are expressly incorporated as a material part of this Resolution.

The Successor Agency recommends the Madera County Oversight Board approve the close of escrow of the property and authorize the Executive Director, or designee to sign the Sellers Estimated Closing Statement, Owner’s Affidavit, and Related Documents allowing for escrow to close.

Pursuant to Health and Safety Code Section 34180(j), Executive Director of the Successor Agency is hereby authorized and directed to transmit the executed to the Successor Agency, the County Administrative Officer, and the County Auditor-Controller.

The Successor Agency is hereby authorized and directed to do any and all things which may be necessary or advisable to effectuate this Resolution and any such actions previously taken are hereby ratified.

This Resolution shall be effective in accordance with California Health and Safety Code Section 34179(h).

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the Redevelopment Successor Agency of the City of Chowchilla this 12th day of March, 2024 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:

Kelly Smith, Chair
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
Board Clerk

SELLER(S) ESTIMATED CLOSING STATEMENT
File Number:

Property:

Close Date:

Buyer(s):

Placer Title Company
Date Prepared:

Lender:

VACANT LAND
CHOWCHILLA, CA 93610 (MADERA)
(002-250-053)

GEORGE A TRISTAO AND MARALEE A TRISTAO

DANNY TRISTAO AND KAREN TRISTAO, TRUSTEES OF THE DANNY TRISTAO AND KAREN TRISTAO, REVOCABLE TRUST DATED DECEMBER 17, 2019

CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, A MUNICIPAL CORPORATION OF THE STATE OF

CALIFORNIA AS THE SUCCESSOR AGENCY TO THE CHOWCHILLA

REDEVELOPMENT AGENCY
130 South 2nd Street
Chowchilla, CA 93610-2935
413 W. Yosemite, Suite 102
Madera, CA 93637
(559)675-8185
Sales Price:

Sale
Seller(s):

Type:

P-555610
$1,200,000.00
3/29/2024
3/4/2024 7:30:09 AM
Disbursement Date:

Description Debit Credit
Deposits, Credits, Debits
Contract sales price $1,200,000.00
Envioremental Surey $2,200.00
Earnest money retained by Placer Title Company
Disbursed as proceeds ($50,000.00)
Commissions

5.00% Commission to Charitar Realty in the amount of $60,000.00 Commission to in the amount of
Commission paid at Settlement $60,000.00
Title Charges
Title - Owner's Title Insurance $1,200,000.00 Premium $2,450.00 to Placer Title Company $1,225.00 Tax Reporting Processing Fee to Placer Title Company $45.00 Drawing Fee to Placer Title Company $100.00 $100.00
Settlement or closing fee to Placer Title Company $2,300.00 Total: $2,300.00 $1,150.00 Signing Service to $150.00 $150.00
Additional Settlement Charges
Hazard Disclosure Report to $99.00
Totals $64,969.00 $1,200,000.00
Balance Due TO Seller: $1,135,031.00
Issued Date: March 4, 2024
Lender's Basic (non-discounted) Rate:

I/We hereby agree to pay all my proper costs and fees, including any taxes, assessments and liens of public record, and any adjustments thereto, and authorize you to deduct same from funds due me and remit the balance to me at an address designated by the undersigned.

Proceeds paid as:
$1,135,031.00 to City of Chowchilla, a municipal corporation of the State of California as the Successor Agency to the Chowchilla Redevelopment Agency
File Number: P-555610 1 of 2
by the undersigned.

APPROVED AND ACCEPTED

SELLER(S)
City of Chowchilla, a municipal corporation of the State of California as the Successor Agency to the Chowchilla Redevelopment Agency
By: ________________________________
Rod Pruett,, City Administrator
File Number: P-555610 2 of 2

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: Public Hearing
SUBJECT: Title 8.12 – Health & Safety, Weeds Update
PREPARED BY: Fred Gaumnitz, Fire Chief
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Ordinance and Redline Changes to Proposed Ordinance

REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

The City Council approves the amended Title 8.12 – Health & Safety, Weeds section of the Chowchilla Municipal Code presented for review.

BACKGROUND:

The need for weed abatement is a seasonal and recurring nuisance, which poses a fire, safety, and public health risk. The accumulation of weed growth also has a negative visual effect to the public within the City limits, which is a priority goal of the City Council.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

To streamline the process of weed abatement. The current weed abatement process has burdensome requirements that are not required by law and a timeline that does not allow for dangerous weeds to be addressed in that latter part of the season.

ALTERNATIVES:

The City of Chowchilla to continue using the current Municipal Code Title 8 – Health and Safety.

FISCAL IMPACT:

The City of Chowchilla places its public notices with Madera Tribune, and the cost for Public Hearing Notice is $133.25.

ALTERNATIVES:

The City of Chowchilla to continue using the current Municipal Code Title 8.12 – Health and Safety, Weeds.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
• The Clerk's Office provided a certified copy of the full text of the proposed ordinance to be kept in the City Clerk's Office.
• Bring back to City Council for approval of amended ordinance. • Post amended ordinance in the kiosk for public review. • After thirty (30) days, the amended ordinance goes into effect. - CODE OF ORDINANCES
Title 8 - HEALTH AND SAFETY
Chapter 8.12 WEEDS
Chowchilla City, California, Code of Ordinances Created: 2024-01-09 15:31:56 [EST] (Supp. No. 18, Update 3)

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Chapter 8.12 WEEDS

8.12.010 Weeds defined.
"Weeds," as used in this chapter, means and includes weeds, grass, ferns, vines and other similar natural growth other than growth ordinarily and customarily planted for decorative purposes and which has been planted for decorative purposes and is under continuing cultivation. (Prior code § 10-16 (part))

8.12.020 Declared public nuisance—Abatement notice by resolution—City council authority.

A. All weeds growing upon the streets or sidewalks or upon or in front of private property within the city which bear seeds of a wingy or downy nature or attain such a large growth as to become a fire menace when dry, or at full natural growth will attain such a large growth as to become a fire menace whey when dry, or which are otherwise noxious or dangerous, may be declared to be a public nuisance by the city council, and may thereafter be abated as provided in this chapter.

B. Whenever any such weeds are growing upon any street or sidewalk or private property, the city council may determine that the same constitute a public nuisance and may, by resolution, declare the same to be a public nuisance, and shall therein set out the types or sizes or heights or such other description of the weeds determined to constitute a public nuisance as should reasonably be anticipated to give any and all persons affected thereby notice thereof. The city clerk shall cause such resolution to be published at least two successive weeks in the official newspaper of the city.

C. The director of public works or other designated public official may determine that a condition prohibited in section 8.12.020 is a seasonal or recurring nuisance. Such finding may be made where: (1) notice to abate by the director of public works or other designated official for the same condition(s) has been provided within the preceding twelve (12) month period; or (2) for seasonal weeds occurring in the spring, notice to abate by the director of public works or other designated public official for the same condition(s) has been provided for at least the two previous spring seasons.

Upon finding of a seasonal or recurring nuisance, the director of public works or other designated public official may require the property owner undertake preventative measures to prohibit the nuisance from recurring.

In addition, notwithstanding other provisions of the Municipal Code, the property owner may be issued an administrative citation provided for in Chapter 1.10 without further notice. (Prior code § 10-16 (part))
Created: 2024-01-09 15:31:56 [EST]
(Supp. No. 18, Update 3)

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8.12.030 Removal of nuisance weeds—Notice posted onmailed to owner of affected property.

A. After the passage of a resolution, as described in Section 8.12.020, the director of public works shall cause a notice to be mailed to each person to whom the affected property was assessed in the last equalized assessment roll available on the date the resolution was adopted by the city council. conspicuously posted on or in front of or within fifty feet of any lot, piece or parcel of land on which or in front of which such nuisance exists, and where two or more lots, pieces or parcels of land on which or in front of such nuisance exists are contiguous he shall cause to be posted thereon or in front thereof, notices at not more than fifty feet or less than twenty-five feet apart. Such notices shall be headed "Notice to Destroy Weeds," such heading to be in words not less than one inch in height, and such notice shall be substantially in the following form:
"NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS
"Notice is hereby given that on the _______ day of _______ 20___, the City Council of the City of Chowchilla passed Resolution No. _______ declaring the noxious or dangerous weeds were growing upon or in front of the property on this streetlocated at [ADDRESS] within the City of Chowchilla, the nature, size and types of such weeds being more particularly described in said resolution, and that the same constitute a public nuisance which must be abated by the removal of said noxious or dangerous weeds, otherwise they will be removed and the nuisance will be abated by the municipal authorities, in which case the cost of such removal shall be assessed upon the lot and lands from which or in front of which or adjacent to which such weeds are removed, and such costs will constitute a lien upon such lots or lands, until paid. Reference is hereby made to said resolution for further particulars. All property owners having any objections or protests to the proposed removal of such weeds are hereby notified to attend a meeting of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla, to be held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 145 Robertson Boulevard, Chowchilla, California, on the ___ day of _______, 20___, when their objections will be heard and given due consideration."
B. Subsequent to the passage of the resolution provided for in Section 8.12.020, the hearing date and time may be fixed and determined by the director of public works, to be the first meeting of any month at the regular hour of meeting of the city council in regular session, or it may be fixed and determined by the city council at any time. The notices provided for herein shall be posted at least five days prior to the time for hearing objections as fixed and determined in accordance herewith. (Prior code § 10-17)

8.12.040 Removal of nuisance weeds—Hearing of protests—Council jurisdiction.

At the time stated in the notices prescribed in the preceding section, the city council shall hear and consider all objections or protests, if any, to the proposed removal of weeds, and may continue the hearing from time to time. Upon the conclusion of such hearing, the city council, by motion or resolution shall allow or overrule any or all objections, whereupon the city council shall be deemed to have acquired jurisdiction to proceed and perform the work of removal, and the decision of the city council on the matter shall be deemed final and conclusive. (Prior code § 10-18)
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8.12.050 Failure to remove deemed misdemeanor when.

Any owner of property, upon which property a public nuisance has been declared to exist pursuant to Sections 8.12.010 through 8.12.040 who fails to abate such nuisance within ten days after the date of conclusion of the hearing with respect to such property, as provided in Section 8.12.040 shall be guilty of a misdemeanor. (Prior code § 10-19)

8.12.060 City to remove weeds when.

After final action has been taken by the city council on the disposition of any protests or objections or, in case no protests or objections have been received, the city council, by motion or resolution, shall order the director of public works or other designated public officer to abate such nuisance by having the weeds referred to removed, and he and his assistants or deputies are hereby expressly authorized to enter upon private property for that purpose. Any property owner shall have the right to have any such weeds removed at his own expense providing the same is done prior to the arrival of the director of public works or such other public officer so designated or his representatives to do the same.
(Prior code § 10-20)

8.12.070 Removal of weeds by city—Costs.

Pursuant to the procedures set forth in Chapter 1.20 of this code, or as otherwise authorized by law, the city is entitled to seek recovery of all nuisance abatement costs incurred in connection with any action taken to abate any violation or public nuisance under this chapter, including but not limited to investigation, boundary determination, measurement, clerical, and weed abatement. The director of public works or such other public officer so designated shall keep an account of the cost of abatement for each separate affected property. Such report shall refer to each separate lot or parcel of land by description sufficiently reasonable to identify the same, together with the expense proposed to be assessed against it, which shall include charges sufficient to pay for the administrative costs of the nuisance abatement program. (Prior code § 10-21)
( Ord. No. 483-17 , § 11, 6-27-2017)

8.12.080 ReservedReport of Costs to Assessor and Tax Collector for Special Assessment.

Alternatively to following the procedures set forth in Chapter 1.20, the city is entitled to seek recovery of all nuisance abatement costs by levying a special assessment against the nuisance property for any unpaid nuisance abatement costs.

A. Notice of costs of abatement showing the total costs of abatement including the administrative costs, shall be mailed to the owner and any lienholder of such lot or parcel in the same manner as the notice to abate was mailed pursuant to Section 8.12.030. Such notice shall state that the costs will be assessed against the affected parcel and that appeals on such assessment may be made to the City Administrator by filing written objections with the City Clerk that must be received within seven (7) days after the date of the notice, and that, if no objections are timely filed, the property will be assessed without any hearing or further notice for the amount shown in the itemized written report.

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B. The itemized written report, as described in Section 8.12.070, shall be submitted to the city council for confirmation.

C. The city clerk shall make available a copy of such report and assessment list together with the notice of filing thereof and of the time and place when and where it will be submitted to the city council for hearing and confirmation. The copy shall be available for at least five (5) calendar days prior to submission to the city council.

D. At the time and place fixed for receiving and considering the report, the council shall hear the same, together with any protests and objections of the property owners liable to be assessed for the abatement.

Upon the conclusion of such hearing, the city council shall then confirm the report by motion and amount thereof shall constitute a lien on the property assessed until paid.

E. A certified copy of the report shall be filed with the county auditor by the date set by the county auditor for entry of such entry on the county tax roll.

F. The amount of the assessment shall be collected at the time and in the manner of the ordinary municipal property taxes. If delinquent, the amount is subject to the same penalties and procedure of foreclosure and sale provided for ordinary municipal property taxes.

Ord. No. 483-17 , § 12, adopted June 27, 2017, repealed former § 8.12.080 which pertained to costs of removal— council hearing required, and derived from prior code § 10-22.

8.12.090 Reserved.

Ord. No. 483-17 , § 12, adopted June 27, 2017, repealed former § 8.12.090 which pertained to costs of removal— made lien on property when, and derived from prior code § 10-23.

8.12.100 Reserved.

Ord. No. 483-17 , § 12, adopted June 27, 2017, repealed former § 8.12.100 which pertained to costs of removal— refund to property owner—claim required, and derived from prior code § 10-24. 1 ORDINANCE NO. ______

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA AMENDING SECTIONS 8.12.020, 8.12.030, 8.12.060, 8.12.070, AND 8.12.080 OF CHAPTER 8.12 OF TITLE 8 OF THE CHOWCHILLA MUNICIPAL CODE THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:

SECTION 1. Section 8.12.020 (“Declared public nuisance – Abatement notice by resolution – City council authority”) of Chapter 8.12 (“Weeds”) of Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the City of Chowchilla Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

8.12.020 Declared public nuisance – Abatement notice by resolution – City council authority.

A. All weeds growing upon the streets or sidewalks or upon or in front of private property within the city which bear seeds of a wingy or downy nature or attain such a large growth as to become a fire menace when dry, or at full natural growth will attain such a large growth as to become a fire menace when dry, or which are otherwise noxious or dangerous, may be declared to be a public nuisance by the city council, and may thereafter be abated as provided in this chapter.

B. Whenever any such weeds are growing upon any street or sidewalk or private property, the city council may determine that the same constitute a public nuisance and may, by resolution, declare the same a public nuisance, and shall therein set out the types or sizes or heights or such other description of the weeds determined to constitute a public nuisance as should reasonably be anticipated to give any and all persons affected thereby notice thereof.

C. The director of public works or other designated public official may determine that a condition prohibited in this section 8.12.020 is a seasonal or recurring nuisance. Such finding may be made where: (1) notice to abate by the director of public works or other designated official for the same condition(s) has been provided within the preceding twelve (12) month period; or (2) for seasonal weeds occurring in the spring, notice to abate by the director of public works or other designated public official for the same condition(s) has been provided for at least the two (2) previous spring seasons.

Upon finding of a seasonal or recurring nuisance, the director of public works or other designated public official may require the property owner to undertake preventative measures to prohibit the nuisance from recurring.

In addition, notwithstanding other provisions of the Municipal Code, the property owner may be issued an administrative citation provided for in Chapter 1.10 without further notice.

SECTION 2. Section 8.12.030 (“Removal of nuisance weeds – Notice posted on affected property”) Chapter 8.12 (“Weeds”) of Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the City of Chowchilla Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
2 8.12.030 Removal of nuisance weeds – Notice mailed to owner of affected property.

A. After the passage of a resolution, as described in Section 8.12.020, the director of public works or other designated public official shall cause a notice to be mailed to each person to whom the affected property was assessed in the last equalized assessment roll available on the date the resolution was adopted by the city council. Such notices shall be headed “Notice to Destroy Weeds” and such notice shall be substantially in the following form:
“NOTICE TO DESTROY WEEDS”
“Notice is hereby given on the _______ day of ________ 20___, the City Council of the City of Chowchilla passed Resolution No. ________ declaring the noxious or dangerous weeds growing upon or in front of the property located at ______________ within the City of Chowchilla, the nature, size and types of such weeds being more particularly described in said resolution, and that the same constitute a public nuisance which must be abated by the removal of said noxious or dangerous weeds, otherwise they will be removed and the nuisance will be abated by the municipal authorities, in which case the cost of such removal shall be assessed upon the lot and lands from which or in front of which or adjacent to which such weeds are removed, and such costs shall constitute a lien upon such lots or lands, until paid. Reference is hereby made to said resolution for further particulars. All property owners having any objections or protests to the proposed removal of such weeds are hereby notified to attend a meeting of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla, to be held in the Council Chamber, City Hall, 130 S 2nd Street, Chowchilla, California, on the _____ day of _____, 20___, when their objections will be heard and given due consideration.” B. Subsequent to the passage of the resolution provided for in Section 8.12.020, the hearing date and time may be fixed and determined by the director of public works or other designated public officer, to be the first meeting of any month at the regular hour of meeting of the city council in regular session, or it may be fixed and determined by the city council at any time. The notices provided for herein shall be posted at least five (5) days prior to the time for hearing objections as fixed and determined in accordance herewith.

SECTION 3. Section 8.12.060 (“City to remove weeds when”) Chapter 8.12 (“Weeds”) of Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the City of Chowchilla Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

8.12.060 – City to remove weeds when.

After final action has been taken by the city council on the disposition of any protests or objections or, in case no protests or objections have been received, the city council, by motion or resolution, shall order the director of public works or other designated public officer to abate such nuisance by having the weeds referred to removed, and he and his assistants or deputies are hereby expressly authorized to enter upon private property for that purpose. Any property owner shall have the right to 3 have such weeds removed at his own expense providing the same is done prior to the arrival of the director of public works or such other public officer so designated or his representatives to do the same.

SECTION 4. Section 8.12.070 (“Removal of weeds by city – Costs”) Chapter 8.12 (“Weeds”) of Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the City of Chowchilla Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

8.12.070 Removal of weeds by city – Costs.

SECTION 5. Section 8.12.080 (“Report of Costs to Assessor and Tax Collector for Special Assessment”) Chapter 8.12 (“Weeds”) of Title 8 (“Health and Safety”) of the City of Chowchilla Code is hereby amended to read as follows:

8.12.080 – Report of Costs to Assessor and Tax Collector for Special Assessment Alternatively, to following the procedures set forth in Chapter 1.20, the city is entitled to seek recovery of all nuisance abatement costs by levying a special assessment against the nuisance property for any unpaid nuisance abatement costs.

A. Notice of costs of abatement showing the total costs of abatement including administrative costs, shall be mailed to the owner and any lienholder of such lot or parcel in the same manner as the notice to abate was mailed pursuant to Section 8.12.030. Such notice shall state that the costs will be assessed against the affected parcel and that appeals on such assessment may be made to the City Administrator by filing written objections with the City Clerk that must be received within seven (7) days after the date of the notice, and that, if no objections are timely filed, the property will be assessed without any hearing or further notice for the amount shown in the itemized written report.

B. The itemized written report, as described in Section 8.12.070, shall be submitted to the city council for confirmation.

D. At the time and place fixed for receiving and considering the report, the council shall hear the same, together with any protests and objections of the property 4 owners liable to be assessed for the abatement. Upon the conclusion of such hearing, the city council shall then confirm the report by motion and amount thereof shall constitute a lien on the property assessed until paid.

E. A certified copy of the report shall be filed with the county auditor by the date set by the county auditor for entry of such entry on the county tax roll.

SECTION 7. SEVERABILITY. If any part of this Ordinance is held invalid for any reason by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portion of this Ordinance, and the City Council hereby declares that it would have passed the remainder of the Ordinance if such invalid portion thereof had been deleted.

SECTION 8. EFFECTIVE DATE. This ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage.

SECTION 9. PUBLICATION. The City Clerk is hereby directed to post a summary and certified copy of this ordinance in the city clerk’s office at least five (5) days prior to adoption and to publish a summary of the ordinance in the Madera Tribune, a newspaper of general circulation, within fifteen (15) days after its adoption.

INTRODUCED at a regular City Council meeting on the 12th day of March, 2024.

PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla at a Regular Meeting held this _____ day of ________, 20___, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

APPROVED:

Kelly Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: Public Hearing
SUBJECT: A Resolution Authorizing and directing submission of an application to the State of California Prohousing Designation program
PREPARED BY: Mark Hamilton, Community and Economic Development Director ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
Prohousing Designation Score Sheet Draft

REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval of a resolution to authorize submission of an application to the State’s Prohousing Designation program to designate the City of Chowchilla as a “prohousing” city, allowing for preferential scoring in certain housing-related State grant opportunities.

BACKGROUND:

The State 2019-2020 Budget Act provided for the establishment of the Prohousing Designation Program that provides incentives to cities and counties in the form of additional points or other preference in the scoring of competitive housing, community development, and infrastructure programs.

Local governments may request to receive a designation by submitting an application to HCD. The application must show how the jurisdiction has implemented or will implement policies that align with categories which show a commitment to housing production. Proposed policies must be completed within two years from the date of submission. The four prohousing categories are: 1. Favorable Zoning and Land Use, 2. Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes, 3. Reduction of Construction and Development Costs, and 4. Providing Financial Subsidies.

The minimum score to receive the prohousing designation is 30, however, there may be benefit to having a higher score in the event HCD elects to use the total score in a competitive manner (ex. using the higher prohousing score to break a tie). Applications are accepted and reviewed on a rolling basis. As proposed, the City of Chowchilla application score is projected to be 55 points.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The State of California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) created the Prohousing Designation program to provide incentives to designated jurisdictions in the form of added points or preference in competitive housing, community development, and infrastructure funding programs.

In order to be designated as a prohousing jurisdiction, the City must submit a qualifying application to HCD that details its current and proposed prohousing policies and actions.

FISCAL IMPACT:

N/A
ALTERNATIVES:

Choose to not submit the application.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

Staff will submit the application to HCD for review and consideration.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION # -24

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

AUTHORIZING APPLICATION TO AND PARTICIPATION IN THE PROHOUSING DESIGNATION

PROGRAM

WHEREAS, Government Code section 65589.9 established the Prohousing Designation Program (“PDP” or “Program”), which creates incentives for jurisdictions that are compliant with state housing element requirements and that have enacted Prohousing local policies; and WHEREAS, such jurisdictions will be designated Prohousing, and, as such, will receive additional points or other preference during the scoring of their competitive applications for specified housing and infrastructure funding; and
WHEREAS, the Department of Housing and Community Development (“Department”) has adopted emergency regulations (Cal. Code Regs., tit. 25, § 6600 et seq.) to implement the Program (“Program Regulations”), as authorized by Government Code section 65589.9, subdivision (d); and WHEREAS, the City of Chowchilla (“Applicant”) desires to submit an application for a Prohousing Designation (“Application”).

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds, determines and declares the following:

1. Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to submit an Application to the Department.

2. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it is currently in compliance with applicable state housing law.

3. Applicant acknowledges and confirms that it will continue to comply with applicable housing laws and to refrain from enacting laws, developing policies, or taking other local governmental actions that may or do inhibit or constrain housing production. Examples of such local laws, policies, and action include moratoriums on development; local voter approval requirements related to housing production; downzoning; and unduly restrictive or onerous zoning regulations, development standards.

4. Permit procedures. Applicant further acknowledges and confirms that it commits itself to affirmatively furthering fair housing pursuant to Government Code section 8899.50.

5. If the Application is approved, Applicant is hereby authorized and directed to enter into, execute, and deliver all documents required or deemed necessary or appropriate to participate in the Program, and all amendments thereto (the “Program Documents”).

6. Applicant acknowledges and agrees that it shall be subject to the Application; the terms and conditions specified in the Program Documents; the Program Regulations; and any and all other applicable law.

7. City Administrator is authorized to execute and deliver the Application and the Program Documents on behalf of the Applicant for participation in the Program.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 12th day of March, 2024 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:

Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
The undersigned, Joann McClendon, City Clerk of Applicant, does hereby attest and certify that the foregoing is a true and full copy of a resolution of the Applicant’s governing body adopted at a duly convened meeting on the date above-mentioned, and that the resolution has not been altered, amended, or repealed.

SIGNATURE: _____________________ DATE: _____________________ NAME: __________________________ TITLE: _____________________ City of Chowchilla Draft HCD Prohousing
Application Preliminary Prohousing Score Sheet
Project Proposal
Category 1: Favorable Zoning and Land Use
Category Prohousing Policy Description Points Eligible
1A Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 150 percent or greater of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is greater, by total or income category.
3 3
1B Permitting missing middle housing uses (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) by right in existing low-density, single-family residential zones.
3 3
1C Sufficient sites, including rezoning, to accommodate 125 to 149 percent of the current or draft RHNA, whichever is
greater, by total or income category. These points shall not be awarded if the applicant earns three points pursuant to Category (1)(A) above.
2 See 1A
1D Density bonus programs which exceed statutory
requirements by 10 percent or more.
2 2
1E Increasing allowable density in low-density, single-family residential areas beyond the requirements of state
Accessory Dwelling Unit law (e.g., permitting more than one ADU or JADU per single-family lot). These policies shall be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above.
2 -
1F Reducing or eliminating parking requirements for residential development as authorized by Government Code sections
65852.2; adopting vehicular parking ratios that are less than the relevant ratio thresholds at subparagraphs (A), (B), and (C) of Government Code section 65915, subdivision
(p)(1); or adopting maximum parking requirements at or
2 2
less than ratios pursuant to Government Code section
65915, subdivision (p).
1G Zoning to allow for residential or mixed uses in one or more non-residential zones (e.g., commercial, light industrial).

Qualifying non-residential zones do not include open space or substantially similar zones.
1 1
1H Modification of development standards and other applicable zoning provisions to promote greater development intensity.

Potential areas of focus include floor area ratio; height limits; minimum lot or unit sizes; setbacks; and allowable dwelling units per acre. These policies must be separate from any qualifying policies under Category (1)(B) above. 1 1
1I Establishment of a Workforce Housing Opportunity Zone, as defined in Government Code section 65620, or a
housing sustainability district, as defined in Government Code section 66200.
1 -
1J Demonstrating other zoning and land use actions that measurably support the Acceleration of Housing
Production.
1 1
Total
Policies Summary of Category 1:

Total
Points
Total
Eligible
10 Favorable Zoning and Land Use 16 13
Project Proposal
Category 2: Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes Category Prohousing Policy Description Points Eligible
2A Establishment of ministerial approval processes for a variety of housing types, including single-family and
multifamily housing.
3 3
2B Establishment of streamlined, program-level CEQA
analysis and certification of general plans, community
plans, specific plans with accompanying Environmental
Impact Reports (EIR), and related documents.
2 2
2C Documented practice of streamlining housing development at the project level, such as by enabling a by-right approval process or by utilizing statutory and categorical exemptions as authorized by applicable law (Pub. Resources Code, §§ 21155.1, 21155.4, 21159.24, 21159.25; Gov. Code, §
65457; Cal Code Regs., tit. 14, §§ 15303, 15332; Pub.

Resources Code, §§ 21094.5, 21099, 21155.2, 21159.28).
2 2
2D Establishment of permit processes that take less than four months. Policies under this Category (2)(D) must address all approvals necessary to issue building permits.
2 2
2E Absence or elimination of public hearings for projects consistent with zoning and the general plan.
2 2
2F Establishment of consolidated or streamlined permit
processes that minimize the levels of review and approval required for projects, and that are consistent with zoning regulations and the general plan.
1 1
2G Absence, elimination or replacement of subjective
development and design standards with objective
development and design standards that simplify zoning
clearance and improve approval certainty and timing.
1 1
2H Establishment of one-stop-shop permitting processes or a single point of contact where entitlements are coordinated across city approval functions (e.g., planning, public works, 1 1
building) from entitlement application to certificate of occupancy.
2I Priority permit processing or reduced plan check times for ADUs/JADUs, multifamily housing, or homes affordable to lower- or moderate-income households.
1 1
2J Establishment of a standardized application form for all entitlement applications.
1 1
2K Practice of publicly posting status updates on project permit approvals on the Internet.
1 -
2L Limitation on the total number of hearings for any project to three or fewer. Applicants that accrue points pursuant to Category (2)(E) are not eligible for points under this
Category (2)(L).
1 1
2M Demonstration of other actions, not listed above, that quantifiably decrease production timeframes or promote the streamlining of approval processes.
1 1
Total
Policies Summary of Category 2:

Total
Points
Total
Eligible
13 Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes 19 18
Project Proposal
Category 3: Reduction of Construction and Development Costs Category Prohousing Policy Description Points Eligible
3A Waiver or significant reduction of development impact fees for residential development.
3 3
3B Adoption of ordinances or implementation of other
mechanisms that result in less restrictive requirements than Government Code sections 65852.2 and 65852.22 to
reduce barriers for property owners to create ADUs/JADUs.

Examples of qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, development standards improvements, permit
processing improvements, dedicated ADU/JADU staff,
technical assistance programs, and pre-approved
ADU/JADU design packages.
2 2
3C Adoption of other fee reduction strategies separate from Category (3)(A) above, including fee deferrals and reduced fees for housing for persons with special needs.
1 1
3D Promoting innovative housing types (e.g., manufactured homes, recreational vehicles, park models) that reduce
development costs.
1 1
3E Measures that reduce costs for transportation-related infrastructure or programs that encourage active modes of transportation or other alternatives to automobiles.

Qualifying policies include, but are not limited to, publicly funded programs to expand sidewalks or protect
bike/micro-mobility lanes; creation of on-street parking for bikes; transit-related improvements; or establishment of carshare programs.
1 1
3F Adoption of universal design ordinances pursuant to Health and Safety Code section 17959.
1 -
3G Establishment of pre-approved or prototype plans for missing middle housing types (e.g., duplexes, triplexes, and fourplexes) in low-density, single-family residential areas. 1 -
3H Demonstration of other actions, not listed above, that quantifiably reduce construction or development costs.
1 1
Total
Policies Summary of Category 3:

Total
Points
Total
Eligible
8 Reduction of Construction and Development Costs 11 9
Project Proposal
Category 4: Providing Financial Subsidies
Category Prohousing Policy Description Points Eligible
4A Establishment of local housing trust funds or collaboration on a regional housing trust fund.
2 2
4B Provide grants or low-interest loans for ADU/JADU
construction affordable to lower- and moderate-income
households.
2 -
4C A comprehensive program that complies with the Surplus Land Act (Gov. Code, § 54220 et seq.) and that makes
publicly owned land available for affordable housing, or for multifamily housing projects with the highest feasible
percentage of units affordable to lower income households.

A qualifying program may utilize mechanisms such as land donations, land sales with significant write-downs, or belowmarket land leases. 2 2
4D Establishment of an Enhanced Infrastructure Financing District or similar local financing tool that, to the extent feasible, directly supports housing developments in an area where at least 20 percent of the residences will be
affordable to lower income households.
2 2
4E Directed residual redevelopment funds to affordable
housing.
1 -
4F Development and regular (at least biennial) use of a housing subsidy pool, local or regional trust fund, or other similar funding source.
1 1
4G Prioritization of local general funds for affordable housing. 1 - 4H Demonstration of other actions, not listed above, that quantifiably promote, develop, or leverage financial
resources for housing.
1 1
Total
Policies Summary of Category 4:

Total
Points
Total
Eligible
8 Providing Financial Subsidies 12 8
Project Proposal
Enhancement Factors
The Department shall utilize enhancement factors to increase the point scores of Prohousing Policies. Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra points for enhancement factors in accordance with the chart below.

Category Prohousing Policy Description Points Eligible
1 Policy that represents one element of a unified, multifaceted strategy to promote multiple planning objectives, such as efficient land use, access to public transportation, affordable housing, climate change solutions, and/or hazard mitigation.
2 2+
2 Policies that promote development consistent with the state planning priorities pursuant to Government Code section 65041.1.
1 1+
3 Policies that diversify planning and target community and economic development investments (housing and nonhousing) to improve lower opportunity areas. Such areas include, but are not limited to, Low Resource and High
Segregation & Poverty areas designated in the most
recently updated TCAC/HCD Opportunity Maps, and
disadvantaged communities pursuant to California Senate Bill 535 (2012).
1 -
4 Policies that go beyond state law requirements in reducing displacement of lower income households and conserving
existing housing stock that is affordable to lower income households.
1 1+
5 Rezoning and other policies that support high-density development in Location Efficient Communities.
1 1+
6 Rezoning and other policies that result in a net gain of housing capacity while concurrently mitigating development 1 1+
impacts on or from Environmentally Sensitive or Hazardous Areas.
7 Zoning policies that increase housing choices and
affordability in High Resource and Highest Resource areas, as designated in the most recently updated TCAC/HCD
Opportunity Maps.
1 -
8 Other policies that involve meaningful actions towards affirmatively furthering fair housing pursuant to Government Code section 8899.50, including, but not limited to,
outreach campaigns, updated zoning codes, and expanded
access to financing support.
1 1+
Total
Policies Enhancement Factors
Total
Points
Total
Eligible
8 Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra points for
enhancement factors in accordance with the chart below. - If multiple policies, multiple points.
9 7+
City of Emeryville Preliminary Prohousing Score Sheet

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Category Preliminary Prohousing Scoring Calculations Points Possible
Eligible
1 Favorable Zoning and Land Use 16 13
2 Acceleration of Housing Production Timeframes 19 18
3 Reduction of Construction and Development Costs 11 9
4 Providing Financial Subsidies 12 8
Enhancement
Factors
Each Prohousing Policy will receive extra points for
enhancement factors in accordance with the chart
below.
- If multiple policies, multiple points.
9+ 7+
TOTAL 30 Points Required for Prohousing Designation 67+ 55+

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Item 6.1

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: New Business
SUBJECT: Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report and Annual Housing Element Progress Report for 2023
PREPARED BY: Annalisa Perea, AICP, Contract City Planner REVIEWED BY: Mark Hamilton, Community and Economic Development Director ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
General Plan Annual Progress Report
Annual Housing Element Progress Report

REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends the City Council consider the General Plan Annual Progress Report and the Housing Element Progress Report for the 2023 year and approve the resolution accepting the reports.

BACKGROUND:

The General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) and the Annual Housing Element Progress Report are documents reviewed by the local legislative body that summarize the City’s progress with implementing the policies and programs from the City’s General Plan and Housing Element Goals. These reports are used to inform the public and other various agencies of how the community is performing to meet our goals and housing targets.

The General Plan APR gives the California Office of Planning and Research (OPR) the opportunity to identify statewide trends in land use decision-making and how local planning and development activities relate to statewide planning goals and policies. The Annual Housing Element Report informs the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) of various types of projects and programs moving forward within the community that assist the community with growing it’s housing stock. These reports work interchangeably and are required to be submitted annually to OPR and HCD by April 1st of each year to remain eligible to receive future grants. After accepted by the City Council, staff will submit these progress reports to the respective agencies.

For the year 2023, the City of Chowchilla issued a total of 156 building permits for new residential construction projects. This included 154 building permits for single-family residences and 2 building permits for Accessory Dwelling Units.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW ANALYSIS:

The City of Chowchilla 2040 General Plan (SCH # 2009022007) and Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) was certified on May 2, 2011.

The City of Chowchilla 5th Cycle (2016-2024 Adopted Four-Year Housing Element was deemed to be in full compliance with State Housing Element Law (Article 10.6 of the Government Code) on June 11, 2020.

The City is currently in the process of gaining approval for the 6th cycle housing element update.

No additional CEQA analysis is required for the acceptance of these annual progress reports.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There is no impact to the City’s general fund.

ALTERNATIVES:

1. Continue the item to a future City Council meeting (date and time to be specified in City Council motion).

2. Approve, subject to amendments (identify specific findings and/or conditions amended; or, to be addressed in City Council motion); or,

3. Deny; or,

4. Refer to City Staff for reconsideration of specific items to be addressed in City Council motion).

COUNCIL RESOLUTION # -24

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

ACCEPTING GENERAL PLAN ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT AND ANNUAL HOUSING ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT FOR THE 2023 YEAR
WHEREAS, the General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) is a document accepted by the local legislative body that summarizes the City’s progress with implementing goals, policies, and programs from the City’s General Plan; and,
WHEREAS, the Annual Housing Element Progress Report (AHEPR) is a document accepted by the local legislative body that summarizes the City’s progress with implementing goals, policies, and programs from the City’s Housing Element; and,
WHERAS, APR & AHEPR inform the public of the progress in meeting the community’s goals; and, WHERAS, the APR & AHEPR provides information for decision makers to assess how the General Plan was implemented during the 12-month reporting period; and, WHERAS, the AHEPR provides information for decision makers regarding residential development that occurred during the 12-month reporting period; and, WHEREAS, APR & AHEPR explain how land use decisions relate to adopted goals, policies, and implementation measures of the General Plan and more specifically the Housing Element within the General Plan; and,

WHEREAS, the APR & AHEPR provide information to identify necessary "course adjustments" or modifications to the General Plan and means to improve local implementation; and, WHEREAS, the General Plan APR gives the California Office of Planning and Research (OPR) the opportunity to identify statewide trends in land use decision-making and how local planning and development activities relate to statewide planning goals and policies; and, WHEREAS, the AHEPR gives the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) the ability to review local planning and residential development activities are being implemented as they relate to statewide planning goals and policies; and, WHEREAS, after the APR is accepted, it will subsequently be sent to OPR; and, WHEREAS, after the AHEPR is accepted, it will subsequently be sent to HCD and OPR; and, NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds, determines and declares the following:

1. The above recitals are true and correct;

2. The City of Chowchilla 2040 General Plan (SCH # 2009022007) and Program Environmental Impact Report (PEIR) was certified on May 2, 2011; No additional CEQA analysis is required for the acceptance of these progress reports.

3. That the City Council of the City of Chowchilla ACCEPTS the General Plan Annual Progress report for the 2023 year.

4. That the City Council of the City of Chowchilla ACCEPTS the Annual Housing Element Progress Report for the 2023 year.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 12th day of March, 2024 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:

Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk

A review of the
2023 Year
City of Chowchilla General Plan
Annual Progress Report

A REVIEW OF THE 2023 YEAR

CITY OF CHOWCHILLA GENERAL PLAN

ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
Prepared for:

City of Chowchilla
Community & Economic Development Department
Contact Person: Mark Hamilton, Director of Community & Economic Development Phone: ሺ559ሻ 665-8615 ext. 400
Consultant:
601 Pollasky Avenue #301
Clovis, CA 93612
Contact: Annalisa Perea, AICP, Contract City Planner
Phone: ሺ559ሻ 449-2400
Table of Contents
Section 1 – Introduction …………………………………………………………………………………………………Page 1 Section 2 ‐ Date of presentation/acceptance by the local legislative body………………..Page 1 Section 3 ‐ Measures associated with the implementation of the general plan with specific reference to individual element……………………………………………………………………………………Page 1 Section 4 ‐ Housing Element APR reporting requirements – Each jurisdiction is required to report certain housing information in accordance with state housing law…………………Page 2 Section 5 ‐ The degree to which the General Plan complies with OPR’s General Plan Guidelines, including environmental justice considerations, collaborative planning with the military lands and facilities, and consultation with Native American tribes……………….Page 2 Section 6 ‐ The date of the last update to the General Plan……………………………………..…Page 2 Section 7 ‐ Priorities for land use decision making that have been established by the local legislative body (e.g., passage of moratoria or emergency ordinances)………………………Page 2 Section 8 ‐ Goals, policies, objectives, standards or other plan proposals that need to be added or were deleted, amended, or otherwise adjusted. …………………………………………Page 2 Section 9 ‐ Analysis on Status of General Plan Policies & Implementation Measures…Page 2 City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

1 1. Introduction
Section 65400(b) of the State of California Government Code requires planning agencies to provide an annual report to their legislative body, the Governor's Office of Planning and Research (OPR), and the State Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) on the status of the General Plan and progress in its implementation. The four basic purposes of the annual report are as follows:
• To provide information to assess progress on implementation of the General Plan in accordance with the stated goals, policies and implementation measures. • Provide information to identify necessary course adjustments or modifications to the General Plan as a means to improve implementation.
• To provide a clear correlation between land use decisions made during the reporting period, and the goals, policies and implementation measures in the General Plan. • To provide information regarding local agency progress in meeting its share of regional housing needs and local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the development of housing.

State law requires that the General Plan Annual Progress Report (APR) be completed and submitted to the state each year for the previous calendar year. This APR looks at the City of Chowchilla’s progress toward implementing its General Plan during the previous planning year.

2. Date of presentation/acceptance by the local legislative body This report was presented to the Chowchilla City Council on ____________________. The City Council voted _______ to accept the report.

3. Measures associated with the implementation of the general plan with specific reference to individual element.

The City of Chowchilla had many great major milestones for the 2023 year. Below are some highlights:
 The City expedited the review and approval of a new Autozone Distribution Facility, which will provide over 200 new jobs in the City.
 City staff, in conjunction with their contract planning team, completed projects that were approved under the LEAP planning grant to help the City implement more of their Housing Element goals. The total of this grant was $65,000.
 City staff completed the projects that were approved under the SB2 planning grant. This included developing pre‐approved Accessory Dwelling Unit plan sets. The total of this grant was $160,000.  The City continued to meet with numerous developers who were interested in building in the City of Chowchilla to assist with fulfilling with the vision of the City’s General Plan.  The City completed a strategic General Plan Update which included amendments to the Public Facilities & Services, Public Safety, Land Use, Circulation, and Open Space & Conservation Elements. These were adopted on June 13, 2023 per City Council resolution #45‐23 (attached).

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

2 4. Housing Element APR reporting requirements – Each jurisdiction is required to report certain housing information in accordance with state housing law.

The 2023 Housing Element Annual Progress Report was completed and submitted to HCD and OPR on ______________________.

5. The degree to which the General Plan complies with OPR’s General Plan Guidelines, including environmental justice considerations, collaborative planning with the military lands and facilities, and consultation with Native American tribes.

The City recently completed a strategic General Plan Update utilizing the LEAP Grant funds to make updates to the Public Facilities & Services, Public Safety, Circulation, Land Use, and Open Space & Conservation Elements to bring these elements into compliance with state law. This included updating several elements to add Environmental Justice policies in compliance with SB 1000. Chowchilla remains committed to adhering to Native American tribal consultation requirements by complying with SB18 and AB52 for all development projects. This includes extensive coordination with the Native American Heritage Commission and consultation with local tribes when reviewing projects.

6. The date of the last update to the General Plan.

The General Plan was last comprehensively updated in May 2011, with the exception of the Housing Element update which was approved by City Council on May 12, 2020 and submitted to HCD in May 2020.

The City is currently in the process of updating their Housing Element by the current cycle’s deadline.

Additionally, the City completed a strategic General Plan Update which included amendments to the Public Facilities & Services, Public Safety, Land Use, Circulation, and Open Space & Conservation Elements.

These were adopted on June 13, 2023, per City Council resolution #45‐23.

List of City of Chowchilla General Plan Chapters
Chapter Date Approved/Updated
Land Use Element   2011
Circulation Element   2011
Open Space & Conservation Element 2011
Public Facilities & Services Element 2011
Noise Element   2011
Housing Element 2020 – 2024   2020 (Council Approved)
Housing Element 2024 – 2032   Submitted to HCD on November 30, 2023

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

3 7. Priorities for land use decision making that have been established by the local legislative body (e.g., passage of moratoria or emergency ordinances).

No major land use decisions, such as moratoriums or emergency ordinances, were adopted in 2023.

8. Goals, policies, objectives, standards or other plan proposals that need to be added or were deleted, amended, or otherwise adjusted.

The City completed a strategic General Plan Update which included amendments to the Public Facilities & Services, Public Safety, Land Use, Circulation, and Open Space & Conservation Elements. These were adopted on June 13, 2023, per City Council resolution #45‐23 (attached).

9. Analysis on Status of General Plan Policies & Implementation Measures The table below analyzes selected General Plan policies and action items that made notable progress in 2023. The table is not a comprehensive list of all policies and action items in the General Plan; many policies/actions are under on‐going implementation, and may not be listed here; the purpose of providing the policy implementations below is simply to streamline the review and highlight the annual progress efficiently.

Land Use Element Policy Status
Objective LU 1: Maintain a
balance between the cost of
providing efficient community
services and the benefits
associated with continued
residential growth.

Policy LU 1.1 Residential
development proposals shall be
reviewed to ensure that impacts
on public services and facilities,
as well as significant
environmental impacts, have
been mitigated to the extent
feasible.

LU 1.1.A
Maintain, and update as required, master
plans for water, sewer, drainage, circulation,
parks and recreation, and other public facilities
including fire and police stations.

City staff has been in
continuous discussion
regarding updating necessary
infrastructure master plans.

No update to plans have been
initiated as of the date of this
report development.

LU 1.1.B
The City shall adopt a Capital Improvement
Program that addresses the short‐ and long‐
term infrastructure needs of the City. The
Capital Improvement Program shall identify a
range of funding sources, including assessment
districts, general fund, grants, state
subventions, fees and long‐term financing
(debt) necessary to fund capital projects
The City last adopted a Capital
Improvement Program on July
2019.

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4 LU 1.1.C
The City shall prepare and maintain a
development impact fee structure which
provides revenue to offset infrastructure costs
and implement new development's fair share
of the Capital Improvement Program. The
structure may also allow development density
increases to offset excess dedication.

The City maintains an impact
fee structure to assist with
offsetting infrastructure costs.

LU 1.1.D
The City shall work with the Chowchilla Water
District and the Chowchilla‐Redtop Resource
Conservation District to review and evaluate
groundwater recharge areas in the City and
implement recharge options that will improve
water supply for all City residents. The City
shall update and maintain impact fee and
utility rate structures to provide sufficient
revenue to implement the recharge projects.

The City is currently in the
process of developing SGMA
plans.

Objective LU 2: Develop and
maintain a pattern of
residential land uses that
provides for a variety and
balance of densities, and a
mixture of different dwelling
and household types.

Policy LU 3.2: Residential
development proposals over 20
acres in size shall include a
mixture of densities and
dwelling types, consistent with
the land use designation and
density range.

LU 3.2.A
At least every five years from adoption of this
General Plan, the City shall consider the need
to adopt an inclusionary housing ordinance (or
update to an existing ordinance or other
programs the City has adopted in lieu of an
inclusionary ordinance) to ensure construction
of very low, low, and moderate income
housing to meet its Regional Housing
Allocation requirement.

There is a program in the most
recent Housing Element that
supports the City adopting an
inclusionary housing
ordinance. The City has not
adopted one as of the date of
this report.

Policy LU 3.6: Multiple family
development projects shall be
required to submit detailed
architectural and site plans with
the application request.

LU 3.6.A
Where multi‐story housing units are proposed
adjacent to existing or planned Low Density
areas, building elevations and the location of
windows, balconies and air conditioning units
above the first story shall be reviewed by the
City to assure visual compatibility and
residential privacy.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective LU 4: Encourage
special residential
opportunities to meet the
needs of the City's residents.

LU 4.3.B
The Zoning Ordinance shall contain
development standards for Home Occupations
that are sensitive to traffic, noise, odor and
other potential conflicts.

The City’s zoning ordinance
has been updated to
implement this action.

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5 Policy LU 4.3: Home
Occupations may be permitted
in single family residential areas
where the use is clearly
incidental and secondary to the
use of the residence for dwelling
purposes.

Objective LU 5 Adopt design
standards which encourage
residential areas to have a
"neighborhood orientation".

Policy LU 5.1: New residential
developments designed for
individual lots, or clustered
units, shall have varied front
yard setbacks.

LU 5.1.A
Amend the Zoning Ordinance residential
setback requirements to provide for average
setbacks that allow parts of the dwelling to be
closer to the roadway when the garage is set
further off of the road.

The City’s zoning ordinance
has been updated to
implement this action.

LU 5.1.B
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to provide for
public facilities and other ancillary uses
permitted in residential neighborhoods such
as, churches or large day care centers. The
public facilities and ancillary uses shall be
designed to minimize negative impacts on the
neighborhood
The City’s zoning ordinance
has been updated to
implement this action to allow
for selected PF uses within
residential zones.

Policy LU 5.2: Create and
preserve distinct, identifiable
neighborhoods that:

1. Connect in as many locations
as possible to adjacent
development, arterial streets,
and thoroughfares;

2. Provide a balanced mix of
housing, workplaces, shopping,
recreational opportunities, and
institutional uses, including
mixed‐use structures (combined
residential and non‐residential
uses), that help to reduce
vehicular trips;

3. Provide natural amenities
that are fronted by
thoroughfares or public spaces,
and not privatized behind
backyards;

4. Encourage commercial
buildings to directly front on the
LU 5.2.A
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to encourage
interconnecting street patterns in new
developments to promote bicycle and
pedestrian transportation.

The Zoning Ordinance
supports street connectivity
and promotes alternative
modes of transportation to
promote biking and
pedestrian activity.

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6 sidewalk, with parking lots
located behind the buildings;

5. A civic or public space such as
a plaza or park should be within
the neighborhood center;

6. Allow flexible parking
requirements and arrangements
within neighborhood activity
centers to minimize the impact
of the automobile and foster
alternative transportation‐
oriented streetscape;

7. Provide second stories on
commercial buildings to provide
for other uses and encourage
residential use;

8. Allow small ancillary dwelling
units in the rear yard for
residential areas; and

9. Decrease front yard setbacks
moving from the neighborhood
edge to neighborhood center.

10. Small parks should be
distributed throughout the
neighborhood;

11. Schools should lie within the
neighborhood and be easily
accessible and within walking
distance;

12. When not adjacent to
agricultural operations, the
neighborhood edge should be
bordered by either a natural
corridor or the edge of an
adjacent neighborhood;
Objective LU 6: Create an
enhanced streetscape
environment through the use
of:
1) landscape standards and
pedestrian access along
arterial and collector streets;
and
2) landscaping at the
entryways to the City.

LU 6.1.A
The City shall adopt streetscape and street
tree planting standards for arterial and major
collector streets.

The City maintains streetscape
and street tree planting
standards.

The Industrial Park Specific
Plan contains guidance for
landscaping and signage at
city entrance points.

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7 Policy LU 6.1: Arterial and
Major Collector streets in
residential and commercial
areas shall be landscaped with
drought tolerant plantings and
install low water use irrigation
systems to promote an inviting
tree‐lined street appearance.

LU 6.1.B
The City shall investigate the creation of
maintenance districts for the long term
maintenance of the streetscape system.

Projects are conditioned to
either annex into or to create
a new Landscape and Lighting
Districts for on‐going
maintenance.

Policy LU 6.2: Where sound
walls are required along
arterial, major and minor
collector streets, they shall be
landscaped according to the
streetscape standards adopted
by the City, and where feasible
combined with "daylighted" cul‐
de‐sacs.

LU 6.2.A
The City shall develop subdivision design
guidelines which define design preferences,
and include sound wall and "daylighted" cul‐
de‐sac standards in the City subdivision
development standards.

The City is committed to
seeking planning grant funding
to amend their subdivision
ordinance to include design
preferences.

Policy LU 6.3: Provide for open
space and landscaping with
drought tolerant plantings and
install low water use irrigation
systems along State Highway
freeway and rights‐of‐way to
present an attractive entry to
the City of Chowchilla.

LU 6.3.A
In connection with General Plan Circulation
policies, the City shall develop landscape
design requirements for new projects along
the entryways to the City, in particular
Highways 99, 152, and 233. Develop
landscaped setbacks that promote a sense of
transition from the surrounding agricultural
area and urban setting. Utilization of trees to
screen urban uses along these entryways is
encouraged within the setback. Landscape
shall be maintained by the Landscape and
Lighting Maintenance District.

The City maintains streetscape
and street tree planting
standards.

The Industrial Park Specific
Plan contains guidance for
landscaping and signage at
city entrance points.

This is remains committed to
pursue other planning
opportunities to further define
requirements for entryways as
needed.

Objective LU 7: Minimize
conflicts between residential
uses and other incompatible
land uses.

Policy LU 7.2: Appropriate
buffers or other effective
measures shall be included in
development plans to ensure
LU 7.2.A
Project proponents adjacent to existing
industrial, agricultural and open space uses or
land use designation shall be required to
provide the City with a full and complete
written discussion that addresses the project's
impact on the viability of the adjacent use.

These discussions shall include noise,
hazardous materials, emergency response and
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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8 that conflicts such as noise,
odor, light and glare, dust, or
other potentially significant
adverse environmental
conditions are minimized.
evacuation, air quality, odors, light and glare,
traffic, public services and aesthetics.

Policy LU 7.3: New development
on the fringes of the City shall
recognize the right of
agriculture to exist and continue
to operate in proximity to the
development. Deed restrictions
may be required which inform
future residents of the right of
agriculture to continue within
the limits of the law without
interference or protest from
nearby property owners.

LU 7.3.A
Development proposals on the fringe of the
City, where there is no intervening urban
development, and the potential conflict with
neighboring agricultural uses, shall be
reviewed by the City to determine whether
there is sufficient cause to require deed
restrictions or notices to protect the right of
agriculture to continue.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 7.3.B
The City shall require low density residential
development adjacent to agricultural and / or
open space at the limits of the Planning Area.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 7.3.C
The City shall consider adopting a “right to
farm” ordinance to protect existing agricultural
uses from adjacent urban development.

The City remains committed
to exploring this.

Policy LU 7.4: Proposed
residential, commercial, and
industrial uses shall be
consistent with the Chowchilla
Municipal Airport Plan.

LU 7.4.A
The City shall adhere to the Madera County
Airport Land Use Compatibility Plan in the
review and approval of development projects.

The City committed to
continue fulfilling this action
for projects that fall withing
the purview of this plan.

LU 7.4.B
The City shall work with the Chowchilla Airport
to find an alternative site for the airport that
will not disrupt existing and future residential
areas.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis. The Public
Works Department continues
to seek airport grant funding
to pursue a variety of airport‐
related opportunities,
including the option to one
day relocate the airport.

Objective LU 8: Identify and
plan for adequate land within
the City to sustain commercial
activity that will:

1. Encourage regional retail
shopping in Chowchilla;
LU 8.1.A
Development conditions of approval should
reflect that the City's Capital Improvement
program has been considered, and that action
is taken to ensure the Program's
implementation.

The Planning Department
remains committed to
working in conjunction with
the City Engineer to ensure
that the CIP is taken into
consideration when
developing conditions of
approval.

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9 2. Conveniently serve current
and future residential needs;

3. Provide employment
opportunities;

4. Contribute to the
attractiveness of the
community;

5. Be served by arterial streets;
and,

6. Contribute to the City's
revenue base
Policy LU 8.1: Developers of
commercial uses shall be
required to participate in
funding of transportation
improvements necessary to
accommodate the level of
activity anticipated.

Transportation improvements
may include construction of
major streets, signalization,
public transit operational
improvements, freeway ramps,
bridges, interchanges and other
major improvements to the
extent such improvements are
necessary to serve the
commercial uses.

Objective LU 9.1: Promote the
vitality of the Downtown
Commercial District by
encouraging it to become a
unique shopping district with a
variety of retail sales,
restaurants, entertainment,
public gathering facilities,
offices, artisans, government
offices, residential and open
space uses.

Policy LU 9.1: Promote an
aesthetically pleasing,
LU 9.1.A
The City shall work with the Chamber of
Commerce, and other interested groups to
develop a Master Plan for the planning and
implementation of standard and programs to
support the continued evolution of the
Downtown Commercial District. The Master
Plan shall include detailed development
requirements and guidelines for the
Downtown Commercial District.

The Department maintains a
good working relationship
with the local chamber. The
chamber assisted the City with
the development of the
Downtown Design Guidelines.

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10 pedestrian friendly and diverse
downtown.

Policy LU 9.2: Mixed uses which
support the overall intent of the
Downtown Commercial District
should be encouraged by the
adoption of a flexible zoning
district applicable only in the
Downtown Commercial District.

LU 9.2.A
Amend the Zoning Ordinance to provide for a
new Downtown Commercial District
Classification which allows flexibility in the
combination of uses including retail sales,
restaurants, offices, entertainment, artisans,
government offices, residential, and open
space use consistent with an adopted Master
Plan.

The Zoning Ordinance was
updated to add a new
Downtown Commercial
District to meet this action.

Policy LU 9.3: A mixture of retail
should with supporting public
and private office development
is desired within and around the
Downtown Commercial District.

LU 9.3.A
Prepare a Downtown Master Plan that defines
the desired character of Downtown
incorporating design guidelines, allowing a
mixture of design supportive of the historic
character of Downtown, adequate and
convenient parking, and pedestrian friendly.

The City prepared Downtown
Design Guidelines which
achieves the spirit of this
action.

Objective LU 10: Contribute to
neighborhood identity by
locating Neighborhood
Commercial uses on major
collector streets.

Policy LU 10.2: Neighborhood
Commercial Centers shall be
designed at a pedestrian scale
and contribute to the visual
value of the area.

LU 10.2.A
Site Plan review of Neighborhood Centers shall
consider the following:

1. Location of ingress and egress in relation to
surrounding uses and adjust those locations to
minimize traffic conflicts.

2. Promote comprehensive street and parking
lot landscaping to ensure that the
Neighborhood Center substantially contributes
to the overall appearance of the area and
integrate the site with the balance of the
neighborhood.

3. Ensure that noise and lighting are not
disruptive to adjacent uses, in particular
delivery vehicles and drive through activities.

4. Design of structures is in scale and
architecturally compatible with the existing or
planned surrounding uses.

These factors are all taken into
consideration during the site
plan review process. Staff
remains committed to
continue following these
guidelines when reviewing
projects during the site plan
review process.

Policy LU 10.4: Neighborhood
Commercial designations should
be limited to a parcel or parcels
which, individually or in
aggregate, total between five to
seven acres. Small corner
LU 10.4.A
Expansion of a Neighborhood Commercial
designation to adjacent properties may be
permitted if the following findings can be
made:

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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11 parcels containing only a
convenience store shall be
discouraged in favor of an
integrated commercial
development. Convenience
stores which have been
demonstrated by a project
proponent to be an integral part
of the overall Neighborhood
Commercial development are
acceptable.

1. The adjoining parcel is too small to
reasonably support its current land use
designation;

2. Expansion of the Neighborhood Commercial
designation would not significantly impact
other adjoining uses; and,

3. That the expansion will not place significant
new demands on traffic or other existing
infrastructure facilities.

LU 10.4.B
Incremental development of a project site
should not limit or preclude the integrated,
logical design of a larger Neighborhood
Commercial center.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 10.4.C
When proposals are received by the City to
develop only a portion of a parcel with
Neighborhood Commercial designation, that
proposal shall be accompanied by a master
plan which relates the proposed project to full
build‐out of the center and demonstrates how
the incremental project fits with the overall
circulation and parking scheme, site layout,
architectural design, and utility services plan
for the center.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective LU 11: Ensure all
Service Commercial, Service
Commercial‐Highway and
Mixed Use Commercial uses are
well planned and developed to
meet the needs of the
community and contribute to
the resolution of traffic, public
transit, and parking impacts
created by additional traffic
demands generated by those
businesses.

Policy LU 11.1: Commercial
development proponents are
required to demonstrate that
adequate circulation
improvements including street
improvements, signalization,
bridges, public transit, and
parking facilities are available
LU 11.1.A
Occupancy Permits will not be issued until
associated traffic, public transit, and parking
impact mitigation measures are completed or
an agreement has been approved for their
completion.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

12 or required through mitigation
measures to serve the proposed
project.

Objective LU 12: Minimize
conflicts between industrial
and other major non‐
residential land uses and other
potentially sensitive land uses
by concentrating industrial and
other major non‐residential
land uses activity within
selected planning areas.

Policy LU 12.1:

Retail Uses shall only be
permitted in industrial areas as
a secondary use to a permitted
industrial or other major non‐
residential land uses. Retail and
service commercial uses which
serve the daily needs of
employees in the area or serve
regional recreation facility
customers may be permitted.

LU 12.1.A
New industrial development proposed near
existing or planned residential land uses shall
be required to provide the City with a full and
complete written discussion that addresses the
project's impact on the viability of the existing
or proposed residential land uses. Major
regional recreation facilities that may include
large buildings, grandstands, out‐door venues
and associated commercial operations
supporting the activities shall prepare master
plans. The discussion shall include noise,
hazardous materials, emergency response and
evacuation, air quality, odors, light and glare,
traffic and circulation, and aesthetics.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective LU 13: Provide for
compatible industrial and
public facility land uses around
the airport that maintain
safety, health, environmental,
economic concerns of the
community.

Policy LU 13.1: Coordinate with
the City Planning Commission
and the Madera County Airport
Land Use Commission
considering new residential
development that may fall
within the existing airport area
of influence.

LU 13.1.A
Residential development within the
southeasterly approach zone is to be restricted
within a horizontal distance extending
approximately 3,000 to 4,000 feet southeast of
the end of the runway.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 13.1.B
The City shall require the dedication of aviation
easements as a condition of approving any
development within the Airport Approach
Zone.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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13 LU 13.1.C
Incompatible land uses which would diminish
the existing operation and the future
expansion of the Chowchilla Airport shall be
fully evaluated for the impacts on the airport
prior to approval.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 13.1.D
The Land Use Element of the Chowchilla
General Plan and the Chowchilla Zoning
Ordinance shall be used to restrict potentially
hazardous land uses from being established
within Compatibility Zones A & B1 as defined
by the Madera County Airport Land Use
Compatibility Plan (refer to Figure CI‐3).

1. Compatibility Zone A is the area nearest the
airport runway where the probability of an
accident and the impact of noise are the
greatest. The following restrictions would
apply in Compatibility Zone A:
a. No new residential construction;
b. No new schools, churches, or other facilities
accommodating large groups of people;
c. Height limitations of structures shall be in
conformance with Federal Aviation
Administration regulations; and
d. No new structures shall be built within 300
feet of the center line of the runway or 1,000
feet from the ends of the runway.

2. Compatibility Zone B1 is the area
immediately adjacent to Zone A, where the
probability of an accident is lower than in Zone
A and where there may be unacceptable noise
levels. The following restrictions apply in
Compatibility Zone B1:
a. Creation of new residential subdivisions is
be prohibited, however, division of existing
large residential lots for more efficient use of
the land or in conjunction with a
redevelopment project may be allowed;
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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14 b. New single family residential construction
may be allowed on existing lots on a case‐by‐
case basis after evaluation for potential
hazards;
c. No new schools, churches, or other facilities
accommodating large groups of people may be
constructed;
d. Height limitations of structures shall be in
conformance with Federal Aviation
regulations; and
e. No new structure may be built within 300
feet of the center of the runway or 1,000 feet
from the ends of the runway.

Objective LU 14.1: Provide for a
General Aviation airport within
the Chowchilla General Plan
Planning Area that will
continue to provide reliable
service to the community.

Policy LU 14.1: Alternative
locations to the existing airport
will be considered by the City for
a General Aviation airport
within the General Plan
Planning Area. The City's Airport
Commission shall investigate
alternative sites for an airport
and provide recommendations
including proposed
development strategy to the
City Council.

LU 14.1.A
The criteria for siting a potential airport shall
include the following:

1. Access from existing City urban area.

2. Surrounding uses and long‐term absence of
any potential conflicting land uses.

3. Potential to aggregate parcels of land of
sufficient size and orientation for airport
development.

4. Estimated cost of airport development and
potential for funding development from non‐
city sources.

5. Consistency with State and Federal aviation
regulations.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective LU 15: To provide for
a Fairgrounds facility within the
Chowchilla General Plan
Planning Area that will continue
to provide a multi‐purpose
resource to the community.

Policy LU 15.1: Consider
alternative locations for the
County fairgrounds within or
near the General Plan Planning
Area to provide an area that will
LU 15.1.A
The criteria for a new fairground site shall
include the following:

1. Access from existing City urban area.

2. Surrounding uses and long‐term absence of
any potential conflicting land uses.

3. Potential to aggregate parcels of land of
sufficient size for development.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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15 serve the community and allow
for an expansion of the facility.

Objective LU 21: Support the
principles of reducing air
pollutants through land use,
transportation, and energy use
planning.

Policy LU 21.1: Encourage
transportation modes that
minimize contaminant
emissions from motor vehicle
use.

LU 21.1.A
New development shall be located and
designed to conserve air quality and minimize
direct and indirect emissions of air
contaminants. Minimize impacts of new
development by reviewing development
proposals for potential impacts pursuant to
CEQA and the SJVAPCD CEQA Guidelines.

Apply land use and transportation planning
techniques such as:

1. Incorporation of public transit stops;

2. Pedestrian and bicycle linkage to
commercial centers, employment centers,
schools and parks;

3. Preferential parking for car pools and van
pools;

4. Traffic flow improvements; and

5. Employer trip reduction programs
The City remains committed
to including the SJVAPCD as
part of the project review
process. The City is committed
to continue including
conditions of approval as
necessary to reduce any air
quality impacts a project may
have.

LU 21.1.B
Control dust and particulate matter by
implementing the SJVAPCD fugitive dust
control measures, including:

1. Restricting outdoor storage of fine
particulate matter;

2. Requiring liners for truck beds and covering
of loads;

3. Controlling construction activities and
emissions from unpaved areas; and

4. Paving areas used for vehicle maneuvering
The City is committed to
ensuring projects comply with
SJVAPCD Regulation VIII when
required.

LU 21.1.C
The City of Chowchilla shall work with the
SJVAPCD, to the extent feasible, to meet
federal and state air quality standards for all
pollutants. To ensure that new measures can
be practically enforced in the region,
participate in future amendments and updates
of the San Joaquin Valley Clean Air Plan.

The City remains committed
to working with the SJVAPCD
as needed to ensure local,
state, and federal standards
for pollutants are adhered to.

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16 LU 21.1.D
The City of Chowchilla shall promote
development that is compact, mixed use,
pedestrian friendly or transit oriented, and by
promoting energy efficient building design and
site planning.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

General Environmental Health
Objective LU 22: For new
development and
redevelopment, ensure the
environmental health and
safety for everyone living and
working in the City of
Chowchilla.

LU 22.1
Ensure compliance with rules regarding
remediation of contaminated sites prior to
occupancy of new development.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 22.2
Encourage new development to reduce vehicle
miles traveled so as to reduce pollutant
emissions.

The City recently adopted a
VMT model, including
updating the City’s General
Plan to transition from LOS to
VMT.

LU 22.3
Develop, implement, and periodically update a
Climate Action Plan to improve air quality and
reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The City recently updated
their General Plan include
environmental justice policies
related to air quality to ensure
compliance with SB 1000.

LU 22.3
Develop, implement, and periodically update a
Climate Action Plan to improve air quality and
reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective LU 23:

Develop and maintain a safe
and healthy living environment
in all new and redeveloped
housing in the City of
Chowchilla.

LU 23.1
Investigate incorporating a “healthy homes
inspection” into existing code enforcement
inspection procedures to identify and require
remediation of pollutants.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 23.2
Identify funding for education and remediation
of lead and other housing hazards to benefit
low‐income families and minimize risks
associated with lead‐based paint.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 23.3
In addition to the requirements of the Building
Code, encourage the use of green, healthy
building materials that are toxin free in
residential construction.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 23.4
Support collaborations between public health
professionals, environmental health
inspectors, and building departments to
connect clients with professionals who can
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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17 assess and address multiple aspects of housing
that affect health and safety.

Policy LU 23.5
Utilize federal, state, local, and private funding
programs offering low interest loans or grants,
and private equity for the rehabilitation of
rental properties for lower income households.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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18 Residential Uses and Other
Sensitive Receptors
Objective LU 24: Assure that
residential uses and other
receptors sensitive to traffic,
noise, odor and other potential
conflicts are minimized to the
extent possible.

LU 24.1
Ensure that new development with sensitive
land uses is buffered from stationary sources
and mitigated from non‐stationary sources of
pollution.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 24.2
Require that proposals for new sensitive land
uses minimize exposure to unhealthful air and
other toxins through setbacks, barriers, and
other measures.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 24.3
Work with the Chowchilla Unified School
District to minimize environmental hazards in
and around educational facilities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 24.4
Educate residential property owners to retrofit
their residential properties affected by adverse
air quality or other toxins with air filters,
ventilation systems, landscaping and/or other
measures.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Complete Neighborhoods
Objective LU 25: Pursue the
concept of Complete
Neighborhoods throughout the
City of Chowchilla.

LU 25.1
Seek opportunities, whether in existing or
future neighborhoods, to pursue the concept
of Complete Neighborhoods throughout the
City of Chowchilla. Promote “complete
neighborhoods”—where residents have safe
and convenient access to goods and services
on a daily or regular basis—that address
unique neighborhood needs, and support
physical activity, including walking, bicycling,
active transportation, recreation, and active
play.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 25.2
Prioritize infill development within the existing
developed footprint to reduce vehicle miles
traveled; improve access to jobs, services, and
education; and increase active transportation
choices.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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19 LU 25.3
Rewrite current General Plan Policy LU 2.3 to
read: “High and medium density residential
development is encouraged within reasonable
walking distance of the downtown of the City
and walkable distance to grocery stores and
other commercial services, public schools,
open spaces and recreational facilities,
affordable active transportation options, and
civic amenities”.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

20 Accessory Dwelling Units
Objective LU 26: Promote and
encourage the construction of
accessory dwelling units.

LU 26.1
Encourage the construction of accessory
dwelling units in all single‐family residential
zones subject to regulations and existing
ordinance, and in accordance with State Law.

The City’s adopted cottage
homes program provides pre‐
approved ADU plans for city
residents.

LU 26.2
Develop a city policy that encourages and
promotes construction of accessory dwelling
units that face the City’s alleys in residential
districts provided that such units meet
setback, height, occupancy, and other
applicable regulations set forth in the
Municipal Code.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Industrial Specific Plan
Objective LU 27: Update the
General Plan to reflect the
Chowchilla Industrial Park
Specific Plan.

LU 27.1
Amend and update the General Plan to reflect
the Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan
goals and policies that allow the Chowchilla
Industrial Park Specific Plan to develop and
operate in a manner that complies with new
State legislation.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action once
the plan is adopted.

Environmental Justice in Land
Use
Objective LU 28:

Ensure fair treatment of all
people, regardless of race,
color, physical ability, national
origin, or income and that no
population bears a
disproportionate share of
negative environmental
consequences resulting from
industrial, municipal, and
commercial operations or from
the execution of federal, state,
and local laws; regulations;
and policies.

Policy LU 28.1
Address the “unique or compounded health
risks” in disadvantaged communities by
decreasing pollution exposure, increasing
community assets, and improving overall
health.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis in
conformance with SB 1000.

LU 28.2
City shall enhance low‐income independent
housing for seniors and continue to develop
and expand senior housing services.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.3
The City shall encourage the growth of senior
housing, assisted living, and adult care facilities
to meet the senior population growth.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.4
Address whether zoning allows providers of
fresh produce (grocery stores, farmers
markets, produce stands) to locate within
three‐quarters of a mile of all residences in the
City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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21 LU 28.5
Encourage the development of healthy food
establishments in areas with a high
concentration of fast‐food establishments,
convenience stores, and liquor stores. For
example, through updated zoning regulations,
tailor use requirements to encourage quality,
sit down restaurants, in areas that lack them.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.6
Further study and address the location and
number of fast‐food restaurants in the City and
develop land use regulations that limit fast
food retailers where there is an
overabundance.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.7
Encourage existing convenience stores in or
within one‐half mile of residences to stock
fresh produce and other healthy foods.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.8
Encourage healthy food options at all
municipal buildings and at City events where
food is made available by the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.9
Continue to support the Chowchilla Farmers
Market and allow farmers’ markets to operate
in the City where appropriate.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.10
Promote the use of food assistance programs
at farmers’ markets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.11
Promote city‐wide messaging about healthy
eating habits and food choices.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.12
Review applications for off‐sale alcohol
licenses to ensure that over concentrations of
off‐sale alcohol do not occur in or near
residential areas and schools.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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22 LU 28.13
Promote the development of balanced
neighborhoods that accommodate a variety of
housing types and density ranges to meet the
diverse demographic, economic, and social
needs of residents.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

LU 28.14
Promote clean air and water, a healthy natural
environment, and pollution‐free
neighborhoods to reduce disparate health
impacts resulting from environmental
pollutants in vulnerable communities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis in compliance
with SB 1000.

Jobs/Housing Relationship
Objective LU 29: Develop
sufficient employment
generating uses to maintain a
positive fiscal condition and
housing balance within the
City.

LU 29.1
Land use designations for commercial, office,
service commercial, and industrial should be
held for such use to assure that there will be
sufficient land available to create an economic
base and job generating potential to serve
future residents. Efforts to utilize this land for
residential purposes should be discouraged
unless proponents can demonstrate that there
is a sufficient amount of land in desirable and
accessible locations to maintain positive fiscal
and housing to job ratio of at least one to one
(1:1) in the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Circulation Element Policy Status
Objective CI 1: Establish a
circulation system that is
consistent with the land use
patterns of the City.

Policy CI 1.1: Establish a
hierarchy of streets and
improvement standards to
support existing and future
transportation needs.

CI 1.1.A
The Classification of Existing and Future Streets
shall be used in determining right‐of‐way
acquisitions, design and land use decisions.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.1.B
Future street development shall be consistent
with the street classifications. The City
reserves the right to reduce the ultimate right‐
of‐way to avoid existing development, and to
construct a travel‐way which generally meets
the street classification standards, by reducing
the area provided for landscaping, utilities,
parking and other non‐travel use.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.1.C
The City will encourage property owners in
newly developing areas to prepare Specific
Plans or Area Plans which identify future major
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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23 street alignments. The City will participate in
the design of street alignments in advance of
development to ensure consistent and logical
design of the circulation system.

CI 1.1.D
Incorporation of moderately curved streets,
cul‐de‐sacs, knuckles and "T" intersections in
site plans is encouraged. Maximum length of
straight streets should not exceed 900 feet,
unless appropriate design allows for a longer
street.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.1.E
All streets entering upon opposite sides of any
given street should have their centerline
directly opposite to each other or separated by
at least 150 feet.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.1.F
New residential development over 20 units
shall provide at least two connections to
arterials or collector streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.2.A
The City shall prepare, adopt and maintain
Improvement Standards and Specifications for
the development of all street improvements,
and to implement the Goals, Objectives,
Policies and Implementation Measures of this
General Plan.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 1.2: Coordinate
planning and development of
the circulation system with
development approvals
throughout the City.

CI 1.2.B
When new streets are provided at the
periphery of a project, minimum construction
shall consist of full half‐width construction on
the site nearest the project plus a minimum of
one lane of travel in the opposite direction.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.5.A
Improve intersections operating at less than an
A.M. and P.M. peak hour Level of Service "D"
conditions by adding appropriate turning lanes
to congested approaches, widening
intersection approaches, or modifying signal
timing at intersections and coordinating with
other signals, as appropriate, unless other
public health, safety, or welfare factors
determine otherwise.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 2: Provide timely
and effective means of
programming and constructing
street and highway
CI 1.5.B
The City may pursue the reservation of right‐
of‐way and define specific development
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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24 improvements to maintain an
overall Level of Service of "C"
as referred in Table CI‐5.

Policy CI 2.1: Street
improvements identified in the
Capital Improvement Plan shall
be prioritized with emphasis on
reducing traffic congestion and
improving circulation.
standards and requirements through the
preparation and adoption of Precise Plan Lines.

CI 1.5.C
The City may pursue the identification of right‐
of‐way for major streets and work with
developers to ensure that the general location
of these road segments are integrated in
development plans. Plan lines may be shown
on the Circulation Map or on the Land Use
Map for the purpose of identifying these
general locations.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.5.D
To help ensure that adequate and safe travel‐
ways can be created through existing
developed areas of the City, right‐of‐way
standards for each classification may be
modified upon approval by the City Engineer.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.5.E
Properly space and coordinate traffic signals in
order to minimize the acceleration, idling and
deceleration that produce higher vehicular
emissions levels as part of a Transportation
System Management program.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 1.6.A
Traffic studies of affected Highways, Arterial,
Collector, and Local streets, may be required
as part of the environmental assessment of
proposed projects to assure City‐wide traffic
service levels are maintained. The criteria for
requiring traffic studies includes the potential
for significant environmental effects from the
project, number of vehicle trips generated by
the project, location of project relative to
existing circulation system, actual or assumed
level‐of‐service of surrounding streets or
intersections, and relevance of prior traffic
studies which may have considered the
proposed project. Traffic studies shall include
level‐of‐service forecasts to account for
individual and cumulative major land use
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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25 changes in the City. Level‐of‐service forecasts
should be used to identify deficient roadways
and update street improvement plans and
priorities.

Policy CI 2.3: New development
shall be required to mitigate
traffic impacts associated with
the project on the Highways,
Arterial streets, Collector
streets, and Local streets,
including signalization,
interchanges, public transit
facilities, and other traffic
facilities.

CI 1.7.A
The City of Chowchilla shall establish a
committee of elected officials and staff to
initiate negotiations with Caltrans for the
smooth and equitable transition of State Route
233 to the City of Chowchilla. The committee
shall provide the City Council with its
recommendations not later than June 30,
2010.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 2.4: The City of
Chowchilla shall consider
accepting relinquishment of
State Highway 233 by the year
2012.

CI 2.1.A
Existing points of ingress and egress shall be
consolidated whenever possible. Driveway
consolidation for new development shall be
encouraged through access agreements along
Arterial or higher classification streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 3: To develop and
maintain an efficient and
effective roadway system using
major and minor Arterial
streets.

Policy CI 3.1: The City shall
promote an active policy of
consolidating driveways, access
points and curb cuts along
existing and developed Arterial
streets when a zone change to a
greater density or intensity,
division of property, or new
development, or a major
remodeling occurs.

CI 2.1.B
Left‐hand turn lanes or center lanes shall be
provided for all left‐turn access from Arterial
streets in commercial and industrial areas.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.1.C
If parcel size demands and alternative shared
access is not available, commercial driveways
may be provided not less than 50 feet from an
intersection. (Measurement shall be from the
curb return to the nearest edge of the
driveway.) These driveways shall not be
serviced by median breaks. If more than one is
required to serve a property, the driveways
shall be separated by not less than 50 feet.
(The separation is to be measured nearest
edge to nearest edge of the driveways.).

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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26 CI 2.1.D
The distance between commercial driveways
on Arterial streets should not be less than 50
feet. (Measurements shall be from the curb
return of the intersection to the nearest edge
of the driveway.)
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.1.E
Driveway access to major activity centers,
should be located no closer than 100 feet to
the intersection of a Collector or Arterial
street. (Measurements shall be from the curb
return of the intersection to the nearest edge
of the driveway.)
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.1.F
Where practical and desirable, commercial
driveways should be located on adjacent
Collector streets rather than on Arterial
streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.1.G
Single family residential driveways are
prohibited on new Arterial streets, and shall be
discouraged on existing Arterial streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.2.A
Traffic signals shall not be closer than 1/4 mile
a part on Arterial and Collector streets unless
conditions warrant additional signalization to
improve traffic flow or public safety.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy 3.2: Design of Arterial
Streets shall minimize
unsignalized intersections where
cross traffic is allowed. The
number of signals shall be kept
to a minimum and shall be
spaced to encourage efficient
traffic flow.

CI 2.2.B
Separation of Collector Street entry points
should not be less than 500 feet apart on
Arterial streets, and other Collector streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 2.2.A
Arterial and Collector streets shall be designed
to allow transit vehicles to pull in and out of
traffic by using a parking lane with bus stops.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy 3.3: Planning and
development of Arterial and
Collector streets shall include
design features which can be
used as public transit stops.

CI 2.4.A
The City shall periodically review the list of
streets designated as truck routes, and provide
public notification of any changes to the truck
route system.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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27 Policy 3.4: To avoid conflict
between the circulation system
and residential uses, it is
recommended that truck traffic
be oriented only onto the
designated Arterial streets,
where feasible.

CI 2.4.B
The City shall proceed with the connection of
Avenue 24 (East Sierra View Avenue) between
West Robertson Blvd. and Highway 99 /
Avenue 24 interchange as a truck route to
reroute trucks from downtown Chowchilla.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.1 A
Driveways to multi‐family residential property
along Major Collector streets should be
consolidated whenever possible.

The City achieved this during
the Industrial Park Specific
Plan development.

Objective CI 4: The circulation
system shall coordinate
Collector streets with Arterial
streets and Local streets.

Policy CI 4.1: The City shall
promote an active policy of
consolidating driveways, access
points and curb cuts along
existing developed Collector
streets when a zone change to a
greater density or intensity,
division of property, or new
development or a major
remodeling occurs.

CI 3.1.B
The distance between driveways and
intersecting Collectors or Local streets should
not be less than 50 feet. (Measurements shall
be from curb return to the nearest edge of the
driveway.)
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.1.C
Whenever possible, left‐hand turn lanes or
center turn lanes shall be provided as access
on Collector Streets in commercial and
industrial areas of the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.1.D
Single‐family residential driveways should not
be allowed along Major Collector or higher
classification streets. If driveways are to be
allowed, lots fronting the street shall be
designed at such a width to allow multiple
access driveways to discourage backing out
into traffic.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.1.E
In commercial and industrial areas, if parcel
size demands and an alternative shared access
is not available, driveways may be provided
not less than 50 feet from the intersection.
(Measurement shall be from the curb return to
the nearest edge of the driveway.) These
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

28 driveways shall not be serviced by median
breaks. If more than one is required to serve a
property, the driveways shall be separated by
50 feet. (The separation is to be measured
nearest edge to nearest edge of the
driveways.)
CI 3.1.F
Driveway access to major activity centers
should be located no closer than 50 feet to the
adjacent intersection of a Collector or Arterial
street. (Measurement shall be from the curb
return to the nearest edge of the driveway.)
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.2.A
Where possible, Arterial, and Collector streets
shall form 4‐leg, right‐angle intersections; jogs,
offset and skewed intersections of streets in
near proximity shall be avoided.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 4.2: Design of Collector
Streets shall encourage efficient
movement of traffic and
minimize uncontrolled cross‐
traffic.

CI 3.2.B
To the extent possible Collector streets shall
be curvilinear and incorporate “traffic calming”
features such as “roundabouts” at strategic
locations as approved by the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.2.C
Residential development shall be oriented
away (side‐on or rear‐on) from future Arterial
streets, and properly buffered so that the
traffic carrying capacity on the street will be
preserved and the residential environment
protected from the potentially adverse
characteristics of the street. "Daylighted" cul‐
de‐sacs for pedestrian access are also
encouraged.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.2.D
If the design of the Collector street is
constrained by significant right‐of‐way
limitations, the Collector street or an existing
street which connects one part of the City with
another, must function at Collector traffic
levels.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 3.2.E
To create an efficient and effective circulation
system, Collector Streets Intersection should
be no less than approximately 300 feet apart.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.A
To keep Local street volumes within design
capacity, street length should be kept under
1,000 feet unless interrupted by an Arterial or
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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29 Collector street. (The overall length of Local
streets should not exceed 1,200 feet unless
appropriate design allows for a longer street).

Objective CI 5: To encourage
the design of local and private
streets so that they are safe
and pleasant for residents.

Policy CI 5.1: Discourage
through‐traffic on Local streets
in residential areas.

CI 4.1.B
To assist in alleviating traffic delays, Local
street intersections should be no less than 150'
apart.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.C
Where feasible in overall subdivision design,
curvilinear streets shall be constructed.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.D
Subdivision designs should be encouraged to
use "daylighted" cul‐de‐sacs opening on to
Arterial and Collector streets thereby providing
enhanced pedestrian access to future public
transit system routes.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.E
Residential subdivisions shall be designed to
encourage access from Local to Collector
streets and discourage use of Local streets as
an access onto, or bypass of, Collector or
Arterial streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.F
Integrate into the City Public Works
Construction Standards design details for
"daylighted" cul‐de‐sacs which can be jointly
used for public transit pick‐up locations along
Arterial and Collector streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.1.G
A cul‐de‐sac shall be constructed on all
permanent dead‐end streets. Cul‐de‐sacs are
strongly discouraged in commercial and
industrial developments. Cul‐de‐sac lengths
shall not exceed 600 feet. Temporary cul‐de‐
sacs may be permitted on streets planned for
extension.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.2.A
Alleys or Lanes, when allowed in new
residential areas shall be paved and
incorporated into an overall design theme and
development program that includes ongoing
maintenance and replacement costs as an
integral component of the development.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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30 Policy CI 5.2: Development or
redevelopment of alleys should
ensure the fair share of
improvement costs and shall be
clearly identified early in the
development process.

CI 4.2.B
New alley or lane standards within the
Downtown District should be maintained to
provide for pedestrian corridors, access to off‐
street parking, delivery services, and refuse
collection. The alleys or lanes should be fully
improved and may contain ornamental paving,
landscaping and lighting.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.2.C
Existing alleys or lanes used as access to new
development shall be required to improve the
alley to City standards. Such improvements
shall extend in length along the full alley
frontage of the property, and extend to the
nearest public street. Width of improvements
shall encompass full existing and dedicated
alley width.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 4.2.D
Proposals for private streets and new alleys or
lanes constructed in conjunction with
development shall be required to demonstrate
fiscal ability for long‐term maintenance.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 5.1.A
Ultimate right‐of‐way shall be dedicated and /
or developed to the appropriate width when a
zone change to a greater density or intensity,
division of property, or when new
development or major remodeling occurs.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 6: Acquire the
ultimate right‐of‐way for
streets during the earliest stage
of development possible.

Where existing right‐of‐way is
substandard, acquire
additional right‐of‐way to
satisfy ultimate needs.

Policy CI 6.1: Work with new
development to ensure that the
fair share of street improvement
costs are clearly identified early
in the development process and
that street development is
consistent with the City's Capital
Improvement Plan.

CI 5.1.B
The City shall adopt minimum right‐of‐way
development standards for residential and
non‐residential developments. Dedication or
construction in excess of this minimum level
shall be included for funding in the City‐wide
Capital Improvement Plan.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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31 CI 5.1.C
The City will include in its Capital Improvement
Plan the acquisition of right‐of‐way and the
construction or reconstruction of those streets
not otherwise obtainable under Program CI

6.1‐A.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 5.1.D
The City will work with Madera County to
apply City standards to all land use and
development permits issued in the
unincorporated territory within the City's
Planning Area boundary.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 5.1.E
Where public infrastructure is installed within
easements, the City shall consider placing
public streets in the alignment of
infrastructure where practical.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 5.2.A
The City shall establish an additional fund base,
and periodically update, a City‐wide Capital
Improvement Plan, that shall identify both
funded and unfunded portions of the street
improvements necessary to maintain the
adopted Level of Service.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 6.2: On developed
streets, where the existing right‐
of‐way does not meet the
current standards, the City will
adopt and fund a program to
acquire the ultimate right‐of‐
way where practical. The City
reserves the ability to deviate
from the standard if the
ultimate right‐of‐way is not
obtainable due to existing
development or other
limitations.

CI 6.1.A
Sites for stand‐alone park‐and‐ride lots should
generally be located near highly traveled
commute routes, (i.e., Highway 99, Robertson
Blvd, Highway 152, Minturn Road, and Avenue

24.).

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 7: Provide
adequate parking and loading
facilities while encouraging
alternative means of
transportation.

Policy CI 7.1: Encourage the
development of appropriate
locations for park‐and‐ride
CI 6.2.A
Parking standards shall be evaluated for new
development to ensure that parking
requirements are satisfied within walking
distance of the commercial areas, and to
ensure that Arterial, or higher classification
streets, do not separate parking facilities from
the parking demand generator.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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32 facilities as appropriate in all
new developments.

Policy CI 7.2: The City shall
establish off‐street parking
ratios for all public and private
development within the City.

CI 6.2.B
Adjacent parking areas for large commercial
and professional developments should be
designed to allow interconnection and free
flow of traffic between those facilities. Access
easements and agreements should be
obtained during the development process to
ensure future access and recorded to run with
the land.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 6.2.C
The City will establish off‐street parking ratios
for development within the Downtown
District.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 6.2.D
Where it is infeasible for new development to
provide off‐street parking within the
Downtown District, the City will establish an in‐
lieu fee with the proceeds used to increase
parking within the District.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 7.3.A
The City Community Development Department
shall cooperate with the Redevelopment
Agency to identify locations for potential truck
parking and development a funding plan for
land acquisition and improvements by the year
2010.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 8: The circulation
system shall be designed to
create an aesthetically
pleasant environment for the
City. When new development
occurs, aesthetics shall be an
important factor in circulation
design.

Policy CI 8.3: The City will
investigate the feasibility of
locating commercial truck
parking facilities at strategic
locations throughout the City
where residents' truck and
tractor rigs can be parked over
night as a means of keeping City
CI 7.4.A
Additional landscape design requirements and
dedications of at least 20 feet wide shall be
considered for new projects along the
entryway into the City, specifically Highways
99 and Highway 152 at Robertson Blvd.,
Avenue 24 / SR 99, and Minturn Road / SR 99.

Maintenance of these areas may be included in
a Maintenance District established by the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

33 streets clear of these vehicles
when the residents are at home.

Policy CI 8.4: Provide for
adequate spatial separation and
landscaping for development
along regional highways rights‐
of‐way.

CI 7.6.A
The City will continue to preserve the required
right of way for the eventual widening of
Highway 99 and the eventual connection of
Highway 152 with Highway 99 southeast of the
City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 8.6: Protect and
enhance the efficiency of
Highways 99 and 152.

CI 7.6.B
The City will pursue funding and a negotiated
agreement with Caltrans to achieve the
necessary upgrades of Highways 233
interchange with Highway 99 under the State
Transportation Improvement Plan (STIP).

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 8.1.A
The City Community Development Department
and the Redevelopment Agency shall initiate a
cooperative program with local property
owners and / or businesspersons to identify a
location and funding for a “Transit Service
Center” within the downtown of the City by
the year 2014.

This project is currently
underway. The City is
currently completing the
CEQA/NEPA analysis for this
project.

Objective CI 9: Develop a public
transit system capable of
satisfying both local and
regional travel demand.

Policy CI 9.1: The City shall
integrate the planning for a
“Transit Service Center” with
the “Downtown Development
Guidelines” to attract major
national bus carriers to
reestablish a bus depot in the
City of Chowchilla.

CI 8.3.A
Continue to refer development requests to the
Chowchilla Unified School District for review
and comment.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 9.3: Recognize in the
planning of transit systems the
efforts of other social service
transit provided by schools,
mental health services, and
others who provide specialized
transit services.

CI 8.4.A
Public transit stops shall be provided as
recommended by the City to ensure residents
are within the proximity of a public transit
stop.

The City remains committed
continuing to refer
development requests to the
school districts for review and
comment.

Policy CI 9.4: Development
adjacent to arterials, or to
CI 8.4.B The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
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34 minor and major collectors shall
coordinate with City to identify
appropriate locations for public
transit improvements (i.e. bus
pullouts, seating shelters) to
encourage public transit use.

Street design for arterials, major collectors and
minor collectors shall include provisions for
fixed route public transit system.
as‐needed basis. The City
currently has a dial‐a‐ride
service which is adequately
serving the community.

CI 8.4.C
Public transit routes and stops shall be planned
in the areas of high public activity in the City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis, however the
City will continue to offer their
dial‐a‐ride services for the
foreseeable future.

CI 8.5.A
Annually evaluate public transportation needs
of the City and modify services as demand and
funding allow
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis, however the
City will continue to offer their
dial‐a‐ride services for the
foreseeable future.

Policy 9.5: Provide local transit
service to the City via the CATX
demand / response system.

CI 9.3.A
Encourage the use of "daylighted" cul‐de‐sacs
for residential sidewalks to increase pedestrian
access to Arterial or Collector streets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective CI 10: Provide an
extensive and regionally linked
public bicycle and pedestrian
trails system.

Policy CI 10.3: Subdivision
layouts should include safe and
pleasant designs which promote
pedestrian access to Arterial
and Collector streets, and
consider the location of
community services, such as
schools, parks, the needs of
disabled persons, and
neighborhood shopping activity
centers in their design.

CI 9.3.B
Implement street standards that include
sidewalks or walkways on both sides of streets,
where appropriate. Where existing streets may
require additional right‐of‐way to
accommodate full improvements including
sidewalks, and where it is impractical to
acquire sufficient right‐of‐way, the vehicle
travel‐way will be the first priority.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 9.4.A
The bicycle route system should be consistent
with the Madera County Regional Plan.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy CI 10.4: A bicycle route
system shall be identified and
maintained which serves the
existing developed City. This
route system may utilize City
streets, canals, or other rights‐
CI 11.3.A
When relocation of the airport appears
feasible, a City ad‐hoc airport relocation
committee shall be established to assist in
identifying a future site for the relocation of
the Chowchilla Airport and prepare an
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report

35 of‐ways. Where on‐street
bicycle lanes are proposed they
should be considered a shared
facility with vehicular traffic on
the street.

implementation plan that identifies funding for
land acquisition, airport development costs,
and disposition of the existing airport for City
Council consideration.

Objective CI 12: Ensure that the
Chowchilla Airport is located in
an appropriate area so as to
maintain long‐term operational
characteristics without creating
or being influenced by land use
conflicts.

Policy CI 12.3: As directed by
the City at the appropriate time,
the City of Chowchilla
Community Development
Department, Redevelopment
Agency, and the Airport
Commission shall work together
to identify a future site for the
relocation of the Chowchilla
Airport and a reuse plan for the
existing airport land. An
implementation plan shall be
prepared that identifies funding
for land acquisition, airport
development costs, and
disposition of the existing
airport.

CI 11.3.A
When relocation of the airport appears
feasible, a City ad‐hoc airport relocation
committee shall be established to assist in
identifying a future site for the relocation of
the Chowchilla Airport and prepare an
implementation plan that identifies funding for
land acquisition, airport development costs,
and disposition of the existing airport for City
Council consideration.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Access and Connectivity
Objective CI 12: Ensure safe,
interesting, and convenient
environments for pedestrians
and bicyclists.

CI 12.1
Facilitate pedestrian and bicycle access to
parks and open space through infrastructure
investments and improvements.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 12.2
Partner with the Chowchilla Unified School
District, Chowchilla law enforcement, and non‐
profit organizations to improve access to
bicycles, helmets, and related safety equipment
and safety programs for lower income families.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 12.3
Require the provision of on‐site bicycle facilities
in new large‐scale development projects.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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36 CI 12.4
Provide safe, interesting, and convenient
environments for pedestrians and bicyclists,
including inviting and adequately lit
streetscapes, shaded for comfort, networks of
trails, paths and parks and open spaces located
near residences, to encourage regular exercise
and reduce vehicular emissions.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Parking
Objective CI 13: Meet the
requirements of AB 2097 for
parking associated with new
development and
redevelopment in the City of
Chowchilla.

CI 13.1
Undertake a holistic review of the City’s parking
standards to better reflect contemporary
needs, support alternative transportation
modes, and shared parking between uses, with
appropriate reductions and/or elimination of
minimum parking requirements for Downtown
and for corridorsegments with required ground
floor active uses.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 13.2
Expand sustainably generated electric charging
station capacity throughout Chowchilla,
including within existing and new parking
facilities, to encourage electric vehicle
ownership, and to meet the Governor’s
Executive Order N‐79‐20 targets and future
demand.

The City is actively working
toward achieving this
Executive Order, including
pursuing grant funding from
MCTC for the transition of bus
fleets to electric.

CI 13.3
Promote personal use of electric vehicles by
providing or promoting adequate publicly
accessible charging stations and designated
parking at City facilities, multi‐family housing,
and commercial developments.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Active Transportation
Objective CI 14: Encourage,
promote an increased use of
active modes of transportation
and construct where needed
and appropriate.

CI 14.1
Support implementation of the 2018 Madera
County Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to
create a network of safe, accessible, and
appealing pedestrian and bicycle facilities and
environments for the “Proposed Bicycle
Facilities – City of Chowchilla & Fairmead” and
consider developing an Active Transportation
Plan for the City of Chowchilla that includes the
components of the Madera County ATP and the
Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.2
Bicycle and pedestrian facilities shall be
identified, scheduled, and implemented in
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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37 compliance with the City of Chowchilla Active
Transportation Network identified in the 2018
Madera County Active Transportation Plan, as
well as on other appropriate routes at the
discretion of the City Council.

CI 14.3
Employ appropriate traffic calming measures in
areas where pedestrian travel is desirable but is
unappealing due to traffic conditions.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.4
Bicycle and pedestrian connections shall be
continuous and convenient to the nearest
neighborhood center, school, or park.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.5
Orient development to encourage pedestrian
and transit accessibility. Strategies include
locating buildings and primary entrances
adjacent to public streets and providing clear
and direct pedestrian paths across parking
areas and intersections.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.6
Provide pedestrian facilities that are accessible
to persons with disabilities, compliant with
Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards
for Accessible Design, and ensure roadway
improvement projects address accessibility and
use universal design concepts.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.7
Create development standards that provide
desired and maximum block lengths in
residential, retail, and mixed-use districts to
enhance walkability.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 14.8
To allow for greater connectivity throughout
residential neighborhoods, discourage cul‐de‐
sacs unless adequate pedestrian access to
adjacent streets is provided.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Transit
Objective CI 15: Promote and
encourage the use of electric
vehicles and public transit.

CI 15.1
CATX should work with Madera County Transit
to develop a future regular bus route that
circulates through other areas of the City’s key
destinations and that would eventually connect
to the future High‐Speed Rail stations in the
cities of Merced and Madera.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 15.2
Encourage the use of low emission or electric
vehicles in City and transit fleets.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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38 CI 15.3
The City shall work with California High Speed
Rail Authority on providing transit connections
to the nearest proposed high‐speed railstations
in Merced to the north and Madera to the
south.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

SB 743 (LOS to VMT)
Objective CI 16: Meet or exceed
the performance measures
established by SB 743 (Vehicle
Miles Traveled)
CI 16.1
Foster a comprehensive network of safe,
accessible roads, trails, sidewalks, and
pathways that emphasize a Complete Streets
approach, while reducing vehicle miles traveled
(VMT) and dependence on single‐occupancy
vehicles.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 16.2
Maintain a roadway network that serves not
just automobile operations, but also multi‐
modal movement and adjacent land uses.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 16.3
Foster a more connected system of streets,
pedestrian facilities, and bicycle facilities as
new development and redevelopment is
undertaken, or as opportunities are presented.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

CI 16.4
Update policies to reflect VMT by Improving
intersections operating at lessthan an A.M. and
P.M. peak hour Level of Service "D" conditions
by adding appropriate turning lanes to
congested approaches, widening intersection
approaches, or modifying signal timing at
intersections and coordinating with other
signals, as appropriate, unless other public
health, safety, or welfare factors determine
otherwise.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

CI 16.5
Evaluate new development and redevelopment
projects for compliance with adopted Vehicle
Miles Traveled (VMT) significance thresholds.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT,
including the adoption of a
VMT model.

CI 16.6
Continue efforts to reduce VMT—such as
through pedestrian and bikeway
improvements, streetscape design to promote
non‐vehicle transportation, mixed‐use
developments, flexibility in parking standards,
and transportation demand management—to
reduce automobile traffic and GHG emissions,
The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

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39 while recognizing that the City has limited
control over regional economic and travel
patterns that influence VMT.

CI 16.7
Identify projects for VMT noting that many
projects may be too small to meet the threshold
for VMT mitigation such as local serving
projects, certain mixed‐use projects, affordable
and farmworker housing, and some
redevelopment projects; and are thus excluded
from VMT mitigation.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

CI 16.8
For proposed large‐scale development projects
with significant transportation impacts, a
survey shall be conducted within one‐half mile
of the project site to determine any gaps in
facilities for walking, bicycling or transit.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

CI 16.9
Seek to reduce mobile sources of air pollution
by creating denser and walkable
neighborhoods, and improving bicycle
infrastructure, with the goals to reduce the
number of miles traveled in cars and improve
regional air quality.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

CI 16.10
The Chowchilla Specific Plan shall be
reevaluated for VMT Mitigation to provide for
transportation improvements.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

Complete Streets
Objective CI 17: Ensure that
roadway and streetscape
design reflect the Complete
Streets concept.

CI 17.1
Support walking and bicycling by encouraging
Complete Streets (bike lanes, traffic‐calming
measures, sidewalks separated from the
roadway with tree‐planted landscaping), where
feasible in the right‐of‐way, particularly in
neighborhoods, Downtown, and in transit‐
oriented locations.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

CI 17.2
Update the City’s Engineering and Street Design
Standards to ensure that roadway and
streetscape design specifications reflect the
Complete Streets concept, bus stops and bus
pull‐outs, while also addressing the needs of
through traffic and bike lanes and trails next to
public streets.

The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

Environmental Justice Policies
in Circulation Element
CI 18.1
Prioritize bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure
and safety improvement projects that improve
The City recently updated
their General Plan to
transition from LOS to VMT.

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40 Objective CI 18: Ensure that
bicycle and pedestrian access
and safety is available to all
members of the community,
included the underserved.
access for underserved communities,
particularly those reliant on walking, biking, and
transit for transportation.

Open Space &
Conservation
Element
Policy Status
Objective OS 1: Preserve a
greenbelt / open space buffer
around the perimeter of the
City of Chowchilla Sphere of
Influence boundary that
provides a clear sense of
identity for the City of
Chowchilla.

Policy OS 1.1: Coordinate with
Madera County in the creation
of a greenbelt / open space
buffer around the perimeter of
the City of Chowchilla Sphere of
Influence boundary.

OS 1.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall work with Madera
County to preserve agricultural uses.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 1.4.A
Low density residential and industrial land uses
will be included in the land use plan to reduce
density toward the edge of the Chowchilla
Planning Area.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy OS 1.4: Support
preservation of existing
agricultural lands at the
periphery of the City of
Chowchilla Sphere of Influence.

OS 1.4.B
The sizing of sewer lines will be reduced as
they approach the edge of urban development
in the Planning Area to limit growth influences
beyond the Planning Area.

The City remains committed
to reducing density toward
the edge of the planning area.

OS 1.4.C
The City of Chowchilla will continue to
coordinate land use planning efforts with
Madera County to ensure that agricultural land
uses surrounding the Chowchilla Planning Area
are maintained.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 4.2.A
The City may require participation, directly or
indirectly in the acquisition of land for the
disposal of treated wastewater or storm
drainage outside of the Chowchilla Planning
Area. Such programs may be used as credit for
the long‐term preservation of agricultural or
open space lands.

The City will continue to
coordinate with the County on
agricultural land use topics.

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41 Objective OS 4: Maximize open
space through appropriate
acquisition mechanisms with
willing sellers.

Policy OS 4.2: An equitable
balance shall be sought
between development density
and open space to be preserved.

OS 4.2.B
Require dedication of appropriate open space
land as a condition of approval for proposed
development projects. Establish a method for
permanent maintenance of open space land
through maintenance districts.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 5.1.A
The City shall collect park impact fees as a part
of its development approval process.

The City remains committed
to requiring the dedication of
open space as needed with
development projects.

Objective OS 5: Generate funds
within the community for
acquisition, improvement,
maintenance and management
of open space lands.

Policy OS 5.1: The City shall
actively pursue and use public
and private funding sources that
become available for land
acquisition, facility construction,
program development and
maintenance of park and open
space areas
OS 5.1.B
The City shall consider formation or
annexation to existing districts that provide for
the long term financing of parks and open
space facilities.

The City remains committed
continuing to collect park
impact fees on all
development projects.

OS 7.1.A
The City shall develop design guidelines and
standards for the construction of landscaping
and improvement of arterial and major
collector streets which are to be landscaped.

The City remains committed
to long‐term park
maintenance through either
the annexation into an
existing district or creating
new maintenance districts.

Objective OS 7: Provide for
landscaping features to be
present in all major street and
circulation improvements.

Policy OS 7.1: Arterials and
major collector streets, where
feasible, should be designed to
include landscaping along the
edges and medians to enhance
these street systems as
aesthetic open space corridors.

OS 7.2.A
Along Highways 99 and 152, buffer areas may
be designated as open space or require
property owners to landscape buffers along
these routes. This land should be either
acquired by the City or development
conditions attached to the land which requires
improvements and maintenance of the open
space area.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action.

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42 Policy OS 7.2: Provide open
space and landscape
improvements along the
Highway 99 and Highway 152
right‐of‐way to present an
attractive entry to the City of
Chowchilla.

OS 7.2.B
Interchanges between state highways, and
interchanges between state highways and City
streets or roads shall be appropriately
landscaped to standards established by the
City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis. This was
partially achieved in the
development of the Industrial
Park Specific Plan.

OS 9.2.A
The City shall explore the possibility of
establishing a fee program for all new
development in Chowchilla for the
conservation and preservation of agricultural
land.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective OS 9: Preserve
agricultural lands in
recognition of their economic,
historic and open space
benefits and their importance
to the character of the City of
Chowchilla and to the Central
Valley.

Policy OS 9.2: Establish an
agriculture conservation
program for the preservation of
valuable agricultural land
outside the City’s Sphere of
Influence from urban
development through the use of
appropriate development
regulations and /or financial
incentives.

OS 9.2.B
The City shall evaluate proactive programs for
agricultural conservation and preservation
such as transfer of development rights,
purchase lease back, public and / or private
university purchase for research, etc.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 10.1.A
Maintain permanent water conservation
measures such as:

1. Continue enforcement of water waste
ordinances

2. Continue penalties for water waste
offenders

3. Enforce guidelines for drought tolerant
landscapes

4. Structure water rate schedules to encourage
conservation
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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43 Objective OS 10: Promote the
conservation of water within
the Chowchilla community.

Policy OS 10.1: Maintain
ordinances as necessary within
the Chowchilla Municipal Code
which promotes water
conservation.

OS 10.1.B
Maintain water use limitations that could be
enacted by the City Council in the event of
severe drought. Measures could include, but
are not limited to, the following:

1. Limit all domestic outdoor
water usage to designated days

2. Limitations on all auto washing by
individuals, auto dealerships, and private and
charitable car washes

3. Prohibit domestic irrigation between 10:00
am and 7:00 pm

4. Designate specific types of landscape
irrigation to be discontinued
The City remains committed
to a variety of water
conservation methods
including but not limited to:
reduced water day cycles,
enforcement of water waste
ordinance, issuing citations for
violators, and having
guidelines to promote the use
of drought tolerant
landscapes. The City is also
committed to enforcing
MWELO requirements on
development projects.

OS 10.2.A
Consider opportunities for usage of reclaimed
waste water for open space or agricultural
irrigation purposes in major developments
where it is cost effective to develop a water
reclamation facility and transport reclaimed
water to the user. Development of such a
system would require approval of the Regional
Water Quality Control Board (RWQCB) and
meeting state and federal requirements.

The Council took swift action
during periods of drought in
order to limit water usage
citywide.

Policy OS 10.2: Explore use of
alternative water sources within
the Chowchilla Community.

OS 10.2.B
Work with the Chowchilla Water District to
reroute irrigation water to Ash Slough and
Berenda Slough to promote groundwater
recharge.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 10.3.A
Establish standards for landscape review which
include preferred plants and sprinkler /
irrigation criteria.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy OS 10.3: Minimize the
use of water for landscape
irrigation by requiring new and
rehabilitated water
conservation landscape plans
for new development in the City.

OS 10.3.B
Apply conservation requirement to all
landscapes within industrial, commercial,
institutional, multi‐family residential common
areas, model homes and developer landscaped
areas.

The City has contracted with
an outside firm to provide
landscape plan review
services.

OS 10.3.C
Require projects to submit planting plans,
irrigation plans, irrigation schedules and water
The City is committed to
continuing this practice.

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issuance of building permits.

OS 11.1.A
Explore agreements with the Chowchilla Water
District to provide for water recharge and
ensure delivery of water for recharge during
drought periods.

The City is committed to
continuing this practice.

Objective OS 11: Ensure
adequate groundwater
reserves are maintained for
present and future domestic,
commercial, and industrial
uses.

Policy OS 11.1: Require
proponents of non‐agricultural
water intensive land uses, which
will convert from usage of
surface water to exclusive use of
groundwater, to mitigate
groundwater impacts.

OS 11.2.B
Coordinate flood control efforts within new
development to promote establishment of
detention basins which enhance local
groundwater recharge.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy OS 11.2: The potential for
groundwater recharge basins
should be explored and should
they be feasible establish basins
within and around the City of
Chowchilla.

OS 12.1.A
Seek to connect unincorporated development
within the urban fringe to the sewage
treatment network.

The City is committed to
continuing this practice.

Objective OS 12: Ensure
groundwater quality is
maintained at a satisfactory
level for domestic water
consumption.

Policy OS 12.1: Avoid
degradation of groundwater
reserves by domestic and
industrial land uses.

OS 12.1.B
Require proponents of industrial‐oriented
projects to submit proposals for water use.

Encourage the reuse of water within industrial
systems.

The City is currently working
on projects to extend
infrastructure to the nearby
community of Fairmead.

OS 13.1.A
The City shall pursue the development of a
recreation trail system along Ash Slough and
Berenda Slough that connects the urban area
and Berenda Reservoir (See City of Chowchilla
Land Use Map located in pocket at end of
document).

The City is committed to
continuing this practice.

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45 Objective OS 13: Encourage the
provision of open space areas
throughout the Planning Area
through the preservation and
enhancement of natural
features or the joint use of
other public facilities and / or
rights‐of‐ways.

Policy OS 13.1: To the extent
feasible, maintain sloughs and
water courses within the
Chowchilla Planning Area as
components of a possible
recreational trail system. Public
access within sensitive habitat
areas of the sloughs or
waterways shall be considered
individually to ensure protection
of the habitat resource.

OS 13.3.A
The City shall preserve natural water courses,
wetlands and riparian corridors through
requirements of land dedication and open
space improvement imposed during the land
development process.

Progress was made by
including this feature in the
development of the Industrial
Park Specific Plan. The City
continues to seek out grant
opportunities to support trail
projects. The City remains
committed to fulfilling this
action.

Policy OS 13.3: Where
appropriate and feasible,
establish permanent
mechanisms to protect wetlands
and riparian corridors.

OS 13.3.B
Establish programs in connection with
environmental review processes to protect
endangered wildlife and their habitats.

Programs established to protect wildlife and
their habitats may provide for the permanent
protection or relocation of wildlife habitat
areas.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 13.5.A
Develop and adopt standards that provide for
the planting of shade trees in new residential
and commercial developments.

The City remains committed
to continuing compliance with
this measure through the
hiring of biologists to conduct
site surveys on project sites
and implementing any
necessary mitigation
measures.

Policy OS 13.5: Promote the
preservation of existing mature
trees and encourage the
planting of appropriate shade
trees in new developments.

OS 14.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall actively pursue
establishing the Chowchilla Park Residential /
Social Heritage District to include portions of
Robertson Boulevard, North 6th and 7th
Streets and a portion of South 6th Street. This
includes documenting and recording historic
buildings, structures and sites in the confines
of the Chowchilla Park Residential / Social
Heritage District.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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46 Objective OS 14: To promote
the City of Chowchilla’s cultural
resources as a means to
enhance the City’s identity as
an important center of the
Central Valley history.

Policy OS 14.2: Promote
neighborhood / City identity and
the role of historic preservation
in community enhancement.

OS 14.3.A
The City of Chowchilla shall provide
information to citizens, and the building
community about what to do upon discovery
of archaeological, cultural or historical
resources, as well as, the treatment and
preservation of such resources.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy OS 14.3: Promote an
understanding of the
significance of the City’s cultural
resources, the criteria for
historic designation, historic
design review processes,
building permit requirements,
and methods for rehabilitating
and preserving historic
buildings, sites and landscapes.

OS 15.1.A
Prior to project approval, the City of
Chowchilla shall require the project applicant
to have a qualified professional archeologist /
historian conduct the following activities: 1) a
record research at the Southern San Joaquin
Valley Information Center at California State
University, Bakersfield and other appropriate
historical repositories to determine the extent
of previously recorded sites and surveys within
the project area; 2) a field survey to locate,
map and record prehistoric and historic
resources; and 3) prepare a cultural resource
inventory and evaluation reports meeting
California Office of Historic Preservation
Standards to document the results of the
record search and field survey, and to provide
significance evaluations and management
recommendations for any identified historical
resources with the project area.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective OS 15: Identify,
preserve and enhance
archaeological, cultural and
historical resources.

Policy 15.1: Require
archaeological studies by a
certified archeologist / historian
in areas determined by the City
or by a state or federal agency
to have potential archeological
or historical significance prior to
approval of development and
redevelopment projects.

OS 15.1.B
In the event that archaeological resources are
discovered during ground disturbance
activities, the City shall require that grading
and construction work within 100 feet of the
find shall be suspended until significance of the
features can be determined by a qualified
professional archaeologist. The City will
require that qualified archeologist make
recommendations for measures necessary to
protect the find, or to undertake data
recovery, excavation, analysis, and curation of
archaeological materials, as appropriate.

The City requires archeological
surveys to be conducted as
needed for development
projects when identified
through the CEQA process.

OS 15.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall restrict the
circulation of archeological resource location
The City requires archeological
surveys to be conducted as
needed for development
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vandalism.
projects when identified
through the CEQA process.

Any necessary mitigation
measures will be required to
be implemented.

Policy 15.2: Protect sites of
archaeological significance and
ensure compliance with all
applicable state and federal
cultural resources protection
and management laws in its
planning and project review
process.

OS 16.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall actively pursue a
comprehensive program of documenting
historic buildings, structures, districts, sites,
objects, landscape and natural resources.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis in order to
prevent potential site
vandalism.

Objective OS 16: To continue an
active program of identifying,
designating, protecting and
enhancing the City’s cultural
and historical resources.

Policy OS 16.1: Promote the
preservation and restoration of
historical sites and structures
within the City of Chowchilla of
local, regional, state or national
significance.

OS 16.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall maintain a current
database of cultural resources and use that
database as a primary informational resource
for protecting cultural resources.

The City conducted a historical
building inventory report. The
City remains committed to
continuing to do their part in
further documenting historic
city resources.

OS 16.1.C
The City of Chowchilla shall continually update
the identification of registered cultural
resources and cultural resources eligible for
listing in local, state, and national registers.

The City conducted a historical
building inventory report. The
City remains committed to
continuing to do their part in
further documenting historic
city resources.

OS 17.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall establish
construction standards for the preservation,
rehabilitation and reuse of cultural and historic
resources.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis to track any
identified cultural resrouces.

Objective OS 17: To fully
integrate the consideration of
cultural resources an important
element of the City of
Chowchilla’s planning,
permitting and development
activities.

Policy OS 17.2: Promote and
encourage adaptive reuse of
OS 17.2.B
The City of Chowchilla shall develop standards
for monitoring of mitigation measures
established for the preservation, rehabilitation
or reuse of cultural or historic resources.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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with health and safety, other
basic considerations, the City
shall be flexible in applying
building and zoning standards
to encourage continued use and
adaptive reuse of historic
buildings.

OS 17.2.C
The City of Chowchilla shall apply the California
State Historical Building Code to ensure that
City building code requirements do not
compromise the integrity of significant cultural
resources, at the property owner’s request.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 17.3.A
The City of Chowchilla shall use its design and
permit review process to encourage new
construction and reconstruction projects to be
compatible in scale and historic character of
the City’s downtown commercial districts and
surrounding residential neighborhoods.

The City will continue its
practice of utilizing the CA
building code when reviewing
projects.

Policy OS 17.3: Utilize historic
preservation as a tool for
encouraging and supporting
mixed use development and
redevelopment of the City’s
urban core and Downtown
District.

OS 17.2.B
The City of Chowchilla shall use its design and
permit review process to encourage the
compatibility of street design, public
improvements, and utility infrastructure with
cultural resources and historic character.

The City developed the
Downtown Design Guidelines
to encourage construction and
reconstruction to be
compatible in scale and
historic character to existing
commercial buildings.

OS 18.2.A
Where a project involves potential open space,
natural resource reserves, or recreational
lands of interest to more than one entity, the
City shall work cooperatively with the other
involved agencies.

The City developed the
Downtown Design Guidelines
to encourage infrastructure to
be compatible with historical
character of the Downtown.

Objective OS 18: Maximize
public value from open space
for recreational uses.

Policy OS 18.2: Actively
participate with other
governmental entities (cities,
county, state, and federal) or
agencies in the acquisition,
management, and use of
recreational / open space lands
and facilities of mutual interest.

OS 18.2.B
To the extent feasible, large storm drainage
facilities shall be designed to accommodate
community open space use.

The City remains committed
to working cooperatively with
the other involved agencies on
fulfilling this action on an as‐
needed basis.

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The City shall work to identify and promote
potential shared arrangements for owning,
improving, and managing open space /
conservation / recreational areas of mutual
interest.

This continues to be a design
discussion when developers
are wanting to discuss the
design of future residential
subdivisions. The City is
committed to continuing to
support this action.

OS 18.2.D
Provide access to public open space resources
except to those areas determined by the City
to be sensitive to human presence.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 18.2.E
Take into account consideration of natural
habitat areas in developing linkages and in
preserving open space areas. Identify
alternative sites or linkages where sensitive
habitat areas have the potential to be
adversely affected.

The City remains committed
to providing public access to
open spaces resources such as
investing in improvements to
the Berenda Reservoir and by
promoting development of
trails along the sloughs.

OS 19.2.A
Neighborhood parks shall be of an efficient
size for operation and maintenance, generally
between three (3) and nine (9) acres.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective OS 19: Develop public
park lands at the local and
community levels to meet the
recreational needs of current
and future residents of
Chowchilla.

Policy OS 19.2: Establish
neighborhood parks at a ratio of
three (3) acres of neighborhood
park land / 1,000 residents.

OS 19.2.B
Neighborhood parks shall have a general
service area of approximately onehalf (1/2)
mile radius, and to the extent possible located
to avoid patrons having to cross arterial and /
or minor or major collector streets, railroad
corridors or major waterways.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.2.C
Neighborhood parks shall be designed to
promote a safe and clean environment for
recreation. The City will encourage
neighborhood park development to avoid
common rear and side yard property lines with
residential uses. Design of the park shall allow
visibility from the road.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.6.A
Minor community parks shall be of an efficient
size for function, safety, operation and
maintenance ‐ generally between nine (9) and
fifteen (15) acres. Smaller minor community
parks may be developed where the need arises
The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

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uses in the surrounding area.

Policy OS 19.6: Establish
community parks at a ratio of
two (2) acres of park land per
1,000 residents.

OS 19.6.B
Major community parks shall be of an efficient
size for operation and maintenance, generally
between fifteen (15) and fifty (50) acres.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.6.C
Minor and major community parks shall have a
general service area of approximately two (2)
mile radius, and located to provide adequate
access to arterial and / or minor or major
collector streets.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.6.D
Minor and major community parks shall be
designed to promote a safe and clean
environment for recreation. The City of
Chowchilla will encourage development to
avoid common rear and side yard property
lines with residential uses. Design of the park
shall allow visibility from the road.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.6.E
Whenever possible, parks shall be developed
in conjunction with other nonconflicting uses
such as storm drainage basins, water recharge,
water production and noise attenuation
measures.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

OS 19.9.A
A pocket park in a residential neighborhood, if
permitted as part of a planned development,
shall be of an efficient size for safety, function,
operation and maintenance, generally
between one‐quarter (0.25) to two (2) net
acres in size.

The City is committed to
fulfilling its park space
requirements such as this one,
as new residential proposals
come in.

Policy OS 19.9: Discourage the
development of neighborhood
pocket parks in residential
neighborhoods unless such
parks are part of a planned
development and the long‐term
maintenance of such facilities is
guaranteed by a legally
established maintenance
district.

OS 19.9.B
A pocket park in a residential neighborhood, if
permitted as part of pursuant to a planned
development, shall have a general service area
of approximately one‐quarter (0.25) mile
radius, and serve the specific interest of the
planned residential neighborhood.

A recently approved 200‐unit
subdivision included 2 pocket
parks to serve future
residents.

OS 19.9.C
A residential neighborhood pocket park, if
permitted as part of a planned development,
A recently approved 200‐unit
subdivision included 2 pocket
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maintenance district that addresses long‐term
operation and maintenance of the pocket park.
parks to serve future
residents.

OS 19.9.D
The City of Chowchilla shall not accept
residential neighborhood pocket parks into its
maintained park system; therefore access to
the pocket park may be restricted to the
residents of the planned development / or the
maintenance district legally established for the
pocket park.

A recently approved 200‐unit
subdivision included 2 pocket
parks to serve future
residents. This subdivision
would be required to annex
into an existing LLMD for on‐
going maintenance.

OS 20.2.A
Private recreational facilities shall be
encouraged in multiple family residential
developments of five (5) units in size in order
to meet a portion of the open space and
recreation needs generated by the specific
development project.

A recently approved 200‐unit
subdivision included 2 pocket
parks to serve future
residents. This subdivision
would be required to annex
into an existing LLMD for on‐
going maintenance, thereby
these would not be accepted
into the City’s park system.

Objective OS 20: Encourage the
development of private
recreational facilities for
multifamily residential
projects.

Policy OS 20.2: Encourage
private development of
recreation facilities and
complement and supplement
the public recreational system.

OS 22.3.A
Work with the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution
Control District to reduce particulate emissions
from construction, grading, excavation, and
demolition through standard and/or special
conditions on these activities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective OS 22: Implement
feasible and reasonable
programs to improve air
quality in Chowchilla.

Policy OS 22.3: The creation of
dust during
construction/demolition
activities should be reduced to
the extent feasible.

OS 22.3.B
City seeks to reduce the urban heat island
effect in the City, which causes increased
temperatures and increases in ground level
ozone formation through methods such as:
• Increasing the amount of tree coverage in
the city.
• Green roofs and rooftop gardens. o The use
of reflective treatments on roofs (such as
those which qualify for the EPA/DOE’s Energy
Star rating).

The City remains committed
to maintaining a good working
relationship with the SJVAPCD
to enforce district regulations
to reduce particulate
emissions.

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52 • The use of cool pavements such as
permeable and light colored and reflective
pavements.

OS 22.3.C
Develop and adopt a Tree Ordinance that
protects existing trees in the public right of
way and promotes the establishment of new
tree resources in public areas. The tree
ordinance could provide for the creation of a
Master Tree Plan that would include an
inventory of the City Forest including tree type,
condition and size, and a City‐approved tree
planting list.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 22.4.A
Update the City’s procurement policies to
include criteria for vehicle purchases that
implement this policy.

The City gained progress on
this by developing the City’s
urban forestry master plan.

The City also developed a
tree/planting list for the
Downtown and within the
Industrial Park Specific Plan.

Policy OS 22.4: Where feasible,
the City’s vehicle fleet should
include clean fuel, hybrid,
electric, or other fuel‐efficient
vehicles, so long as their utility,
durability, and cost meets the
City’s needs.

OS 22.5.A
Update the City’s Building and Zoning codes as
needed to provide for fueling stations for
alternative fuels.

The City will continue to seek
grants from the SJVAPCD to
purchase additional clean fleet
city vehicles.

Policy OS 22.5: The City shall
encourage the development of
fueling stations that distribute
alternative fuels (such as
methanol, ethanol, compressed
natural gas, and biodiesel) to
support alternative fuel vehicles.

OS 23.1.A
Within one year of the adoption of this
General Plan, the City will endeavor complete
a Greenhouse Gas Inventory as a result of an
acceptable methodology and available
published data that provides an inventory of
greenhouse gas emissions from manmade
sources in the City.

The City updated their Zoning
Ordinance to allow for
“electric vehicle recharging
facilities" as an allowed use
by‐right in every zone in the
City.

Objective OS 23: To Implement
and enforce State and Regional
regulations pertaining to
greenhouse gas emissions and
climate change.

Policy OS 23.1: The City
supports local, regional, and
statewide efforts to reduce the
emission of greenhouse gases
linked to climate change.

OS 23.1.B
Within one year of the completion of the
Greenhouse Gas Inventory, the City will
prepare a Climate Action Plan (CAP) that
identifies desired goals for reducing manmade
greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions, establishes
resiliency and adaptation programs to prepare
for potential impacts of climate change, and
provides a phased implementation plan to
achieve these goals. The CAP will establish a
greenhouse gas emissions reduction target of
The City hired an outside
consultant to complete a
Greenhouse Gas Inventory for
the City back in 2015.

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53 15% percent below 2007 levels by 2020,
consistent with California Assembly Bill 32, the
Global Warming Solutions Act of 2006 (AB32)
and the guidance provided in the associated
California Air Resources Board Climate Change
Scoping Plan approved in December 2008. The
CAP will also outline a strategy to achieve 1990
GHG levels by 2020 and an 80% reduction from
1990 GHG levels by 2050 in accordance with
California State Executive Order S‐3‐05.

OS 24.1.A
Work with the local energy providers and
developers on voluntary incentive based
programs to encourage the use of energy
efficient designs and equipment.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective OS 24: To ensure that
public and private development
practices integrate design,
construction, and appliances.

Policy OS 24.1: All public and
private development—including
homes, commercial, and
industrial should be designed to
be energy‐efficient.

OS 24.1.B
Promote enhanced energy conservation
standards for new construction through
informational handouts, outreach to the
construction industry, or other methods.

The City remains committed
to working with PG&E and the
SJVAPCD to offer incentives
for future projects to
incorporate energy efficient
designs. Within the last few
years, the City has added solar
to their WWTP facility and City
Corporation Yard to promote
clean energy.

OS 24.1.C
City buildings and facilities will be operated in
the most energy‐efficient manner without
endangering public health and safety and
without reducing public safety or service
levels.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 24.1.D
To the extent practical, integrate appropriate
renewable energy and clean generation
technologies into existing City facilities, such as
solar, wind, biofuel, cogeneration, and fuel
cells to power City facilities.

Within the last few years, the
City has added solar to their
WWTP facility and City
Corporation Yard to promote
clean energy. The City also
recently underwent an energy
efficient retrofit for facilities at
City Hall.

OS 25.1.A
Develop a voluntary, market‐driven Green
Building Program that includes performance
standards, guidelines, review criteria,
incentives, and implementation schedules for
private sector development, with criteria
tailored to project types (i.e., residential,
commercial, retail), size, and location.

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54 Policy OS 25.1: The City
supports the use of green
building practices in the
planning, design, construction,
management, renovation,
operations, and demolition of all
private buildings and projects
OS 25.1.B
Identify, evaluate, and provide incentives to
encourage projects that incorporate green
building practices and site design, including the
potential for certification through the City’s
Building Department.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 25.1.C
Facilitate the professional development and
education of City staff to learn about green
building practices and to have the tools to
evaluate development proposals.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 25.1.A
Evaluate and update the City’s procurement
processes to provide incentives to bidders who
propose the use of green building practices in
the construction of City buildings and facilities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy OS 25.2: The City
supports the use of green
building practices in the
planning, design, construction,
management, renovation,
operations, and demolition of all
facilities constructed, owned,
managed, or financed by the
City.

OS 25.1.A
Evaluate and update the City’s procurement
processes to provide incentives to bidders who
propose the use of green building practices in
the construction of City buildings and facilities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Parks and Park Access
Objective OS 26: Construct and
maintain parks and parks access
to meet the needs of the City’s
population growth.

OS 26.1
Update the City of Chowchilla Park and
Recreation Master Plan approximately every
ten years to keep up with population growth,
expansion of the City ‘s boundaries, and ever‐
changing recreation trends with input from the
community, businesses, and other
stakeholders.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 26.2
Work closely with local planning and
transportation departments to build and
maintain sidewalks, crosswalks, bike racks,
bike paths, and shade trees, as well as routes
within and between parks, trails, and other key
destinations.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Environmental Justice Policies
for Parks and Park Access
Objective OS 27: Construct and
maintain parks and parks access
to meet the needs of the City’s
OS 27.1
Promote equitable park programs
and policies that make it safe and easy for
residents to be physically active, regardless of
their age, race, income, ability, or disability.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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55 population growth of all
members of the community
regardless of race, color,
physical ability, national origin,
or income.

OS 27.2
Increase access points to recreation areas and
green spaces or locate them along public right‐
of‐way so they are more accessible to all
community members.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 27.3
Ensure that investments in parks and
recreation facilities are equitable and prioritize
improvements to lower‐income
neighborhoods where residents may not have
transportation to visit parks that are further
away.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Energy Conservation
Objective OS 28: Promote
energy conservation and
efficiency and reduce energy
demand throughout the City of
Chowchilla.

OS 28.1
Consider converting street lighting, water
pumping, water treatment, and other energy‐
intensive operations to more efficient
technologies.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 28.2
Pursue State, regional, and federal funding
programs designed to reduce energy demand
through conservation and efficiency.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 28.3
Identify and publicize information about
financial mechanisms for private solar
installations and provide over‐the‐counter
permitting for solar installations meeting
specified standards.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Urban Greening
Objective OS29: Promote,
maintain, and expand the
concept of Urban Greening
throughout the City of
Chowchilla.

OS 29.1
Identify, implement, and seek funding for
specific green infrastructure projects in
Chowchilla.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 29.2
Maintain and continue to implement the City’s
Urban Forest Plan through new development
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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56 projects, additions to Chowchilla’s urban forest
to delineate corridors and the boundaries of
urban areas, and to provide tree canopy for
bike lanes, sidewalks, parking lots, and trails,
and install trees within parks, school sites,
public rights‐of‐way and other city properties.

OS 29.3
Adopt the Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific
Plan Plant List as the official plant selection list
for the City of Chowchilla.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Urban Agriculture and
Environmental Justice Policies
for Open Space and
Conservation
Objective OS30: Improve
community health and reduce
health inequities.

OS 30.1
Encourage and simplify the process of
developing community gardens within or
adjacent to neighborhoods and housing
development sites.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Affordable and Nutritious Food
Policies
Objective OS 31: Provide and
promote access to healthy food
and nutritional choices.

OS 31.2
Through updated zoning regulations, allow
community gardens as an amenity in required
open space areas of new multifamily and
mixed‐use development projects.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 31.3
Identify vacant lots and underutilized public
land that can be used for neighborhood‐run
community gardens including coordination
with Chowchilla Elementary Schools and
Chowchilla Union High School District.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

OS 31.4
Educate the public on how to grow and
maintain a private or community edible
garden.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Public Facilities &
Services Element
Policy Status
Objective PF 1: Provide
sufficient public facilities and
services prior to or concurrent
with planned development.

Policy PF 1.2: Encourage the
concurrent (as opposed to
PF 1.2.A
Future annexation applications shall include a
full and complete analysis of the public
facilities and services required for the
proposed development, and provide an
analysis which includes the surrounding
property to determine: 1) if expansion of the
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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57 piecemeal) annexation of
adjacent unincorporated
properties in order to facilitate
the formation of assessment
districts, benefit districts, and
other financial mechanisms
which will provide public
facilities and services in an
efficient and effective manner.
proposed annexation will be beneficial to
accommodate the adequate development and
financing of required public services; or 2) if
existing public facilities and services to existing
development require improvements to
maintain or meet current level‐of‐service
standards.

PF 2.2.A
During deliberation on proposed projects, the
Planning Department shall recommend a
finding to the Planning Commission and City
Council in their staff report which addresses
the adequacy of public facilities and services
and the method by which the proposed
development is to provide for these public
facilities and services as part of the
development.

This was done for the eastside
and the westside annexations.

The City is committed to
continuing these practices for
any future annexation
applications.

Objective PF 2: New
development shall pay fees as
necessary to meet all identified
costs associated with new
development, including but not
limited to public facilities and
services where a nexus can be
shown qualitatively and/or
quantitatively.

Policy PF 2.2: New development
shall be responsible for paying a
financial contribution to
mitigate the effect of the
development on the provision of
such public services as solid
waste disposal, public
education, water, drainage,
sewer systems, and school
facilities
PF 2.2.B
As a material part of approving annexation of
any property for residential development into
the City and in consideration of the City
entering into any annexation and/or
development agreement and as a public
benefit to the Community, the City shall refer
developers to the local school districts in order
for the school districts to ensure the
availability of adequate school facilities
(including permanent schools facilities, interim
school facilities, and District‐wide support
facilities) to house students generated by
proposed projects.

City staff will continue to
include an analysis on the
adequacy of public facilities
and services and the method
by which the proposed
development is to provide
these public facilities.

PF 3.1.B
Include in the Capital Improvement Program
the upgrading of existing facilities that have
become deteriorated or obsolete to the
degree that public service has been
diminished.

City staff will continue to
recommend that developers
consult with the school district
on facility needs.

Objective PF 3: Maintain
existing public facilities and
services.

PF 4.4.A
The City shall continue to participate with
other water agencies in groundwater recharge
efforts, as practical, using identified recharge
areas such as Brenda Reservoir, Brenda Slough,
The City is committed to
continuing to do this as part of
the CIP update process.

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58 Policy PF 3.1: Existing public
facilities shall be upgraded as
they become deteriorated or
obsolete.
and Ash Slough. This participation may include
the development of multi‐use open space
corridors or recreation facilities combined with
recharge facilities.

Objective PF 4: Provide an
adequate system of supply and
distribution of quality water to
support the General Plan level
of development.

Policy PF 4.4:

When necessary and practical,
the City will cooperate with
other water agencies to acquire
water for the recharge,
replenishment and/or banking
of groundwater for future
demand.

PF 4.5.A
The City shall prepare and maintain a water
network analysis which demonstrates its ability
to meet development standards and identifies
system shortfalls.

The City will continue to
participate with other water
agencies in these types of
discussions.

Policy PF 4.5: The City shall
extend water service to new
areas based on its ability to
meet domestic and fire flow
needs of the area.

PF 5.1.A
The City shall acquire land and continue to
pursue funding for the planning and expansion
of the wastewater system as part of its Capital
Improvement Program.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective PF 5: Ensure provision
of sufficient wastewater
collection and treatment
facilities to support the existing
and future development at
General Plan build‐out.

Policy PF 5.1: Continue to
provide sewer services and
operate major public facilities.

PF 6.2.A
Prepare an updated Master Storm Drainage
Plan to support General Plan and Phasing Area
Concept Plan land uses, including proposed
drainage facilities and estimated costs.

The City is committed to
continuing discussions on
acquiring land for the planning
and expansion of the
wastewater system.

Objective PF 6: Provide a
stormwater drainage system
that serves the General Plan
level of development in a
planned and orderly manner.

Policy PF 6.2: The City shall
require the extension of storm
drains to new areas in
accordance with the phasing of
a storm drainage master plan.

PF 7.2.A
Consolidate policies, programs, and standards
for flood control and storm drainage in a Storm
Drainage ordinance.

The City is currently working
to contract with a firm to
complete this service.

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59 Objective PF 7: Maintain storm
drainage facilities to preserve
their function and capacity.

Policy PF 7.2: Continue to
require new development to
discharge storm water runoff at
volumes no greater than the
capacity of any portion of the
existing downstream system by
utilizing detention or retention
or other approved methods,
unless the project is providing
drainage pursuant to an
adopted drainage plan.

PF 8.1.A
Create Master Plans or Specific Plans for the
Downtown Commercial District to ensure the
needs of expanding City space for building and
parking are adequately met.

The City is currently working
to contract with a firm to
complete this service.

Objective PF 8: Provide timely,
functional, safe, and attractive
public buildings and facilities in
order to provide high levels of
public service.

PF 9.2.A
Siting criteria for new schools should include
the following:

1. Elementary schools should be planned as an
integral part of neighborhoods, located away
from major Arterial streets and linked with
recreational parks and community corridors
serving residential neighborhoods, and
situated to reduce or eliminate the need for
student transportation.

2. Middle schools and high schools should be
located with respect to the student
populations which they serve, with direct
access provided from Collector or Arterial
streets.

3. Middle schools are generally considered
compatible with most residential and park
uses, but are not generally considered
compatible with retail commercial and general
industrial uses.

4. High schools are generally considered
compatible with most residential, park, service
commercial, office, and light industrial uses,
but are not generally considered compatible
with retail commercial and general industrial
uses.

The City completed
Downtown Design Guidelines
which includes plans for both
buildings and infrastructure. If
there is a need in the future to
further those plans with the
development of a master plan
or specific plan, the city will
pursue grant opportunities to
assist with funding them.

Objective PF 9: Assist,
coordinate and cooperate with
PF 9.3.A The City will continue to
coordinate with the local
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for and providing educational
facilities with sufficient
permanent and interim
capacity to meet the needs of
current and projected future
student enrollments.

Policy PF 9.2: Support school
sites which are appropriately
located and sized within
attendance areas.

The City, local school districts, and the
developer of proposed residential
developments shall work together to the
extent that California Law allows, to attain
reasonable voluntary agreements that will
insure that school facilities required by the
development are funding in a timely and
adequate manner.
school districts when it comes
time for the planning of future
school sites to ensure planning
efforts are cohesive with any
efforts the city is working on
at the time.

Policy PF 9.3: Notify the school
districts of newly proposed
developments as soon in the
review process as the project
has a complete description
acceptable to the City to allow
ample time for the assessment
of impacts on school facility
needs.

PF 9.4.A
Where feasible, work with the school districts
to design and implement safe pedestrian and
bicycle transportation facilities which promote
the use of these trails as alternative
transportation to school sites. Where crossings
of these facilities will promote access to
schools and otherwise enhance alternative
transit modes, the City should investigate
cooperative development of such facilities
with the school districts, State agencies, and
public utilities.

The City recently worked with
a developer and both school
districts to develop a
voluntary agreement for a
200‐lot and a 28‐lot
subdivision application. The
City will continue to support
this measure as necessary.

Policy PF 9.4: Whenever
possible, school sites should be
integrated with parks and
community recreation corridors
to maximize the benefits of
those facilities as pedestrian
and bicycle access with a
minimum of interruption by the
street system.

PF 11.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall continue to
investigate alternatives and implement source
reduction at the household level, and methods
of community‐wide recycling and composting
as ways of reducing waste and increasing the
longevity of the Fairmead Sanitary Landfill.

The City will continue to seek
safe routes to school funding
to complete necessary
sidewalk improvements to
ensure access to and from
schools.

Objective PF 11: Provide for
adequate recycling programs
and solid waste disposal
capacity.

Policy PF 11.1: Promote the
reduction of the amount of
waste disposed of in landfills by:
reducing the amount of solid
waste generated (waste
reduction); reusing as much of
the solid waste as possible
(recycling);utilizing the energy
and nutrient value of the solid
waste (waste to energy and
PF 11.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall continue to
investigate alternatives and implement source
reduction at the household level, and methods
of community‐wide recycling and composting
as ways of reducing waste and increasing the
longevity of the Fairmead Sanitary Landfill.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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61 composting); and properly
disposing of the remaining solid
waste (landfill disposal).

Natural Gas and Electrical
Services
Objective PF 12: Provide
adequate natural gas and
electrical services.

PF 12.1
The City shall designate adequate,
appropriately located land for electric
substations and for overhead or underground
utility corridors.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PF 12.2
The City of Chowchilla shall continue to
circulate development proposals to purveyors
of natural gas and electrical power to City
residents and businesses for their review and
comment and to ensure natural gas and electric
services can and will be provided to the
development.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PF 12.3
The City of Chowchilla shall coordinate long
term development planning with purveyors of
natural gas and electrical power to City
residents and businesses to service the City’s
designated planned growth areas.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Communications
Objective PF 13: Improve and
expand communication
technology and services in the
City of Chowchilla.

PF 13.1
To the extent feasible and practical, all new
residential, commercial, industrial and public
facilities and services shall be wired for new
communication / information technology.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Objective PF 14: Expand the use
of communication /
information technology to
better inform the community’s
citizens.

PF 14.1
Expand the use of communication /information
technology to better inform the community’s
citizens.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PF 14.2
To the extent financial resources allow, the City
of Chowchilla shall participate in the expansion
of public access to internet and other current
and emerging information technologies at
existing and future libraries.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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62 Broadband
Objective PF 15: Per the State
of California, ensure available
and affordable broadband and
the devices necessary to access
the Internet; and, provide
avenues for training and
support to enable digital
inclusion.

PF 15.1
Coordinate with the State of California 2020
Broadband Action Plan (Executive Order N‐73‐
20) and SB 156 to help create access to high‐
performance broadband at home, schools,
libraries, and businesses; make available
affordable broadband and the devices
necessary to access the Internet; and, provide
avenues for training and support to enable
digital inclusion.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Recycling Centers
Objective 16: Ensure healthy,
clean, and safe recycling center
environments.

PF 16.1
The City shall continue to enforce and update
the regulations for Chowchilla Zoning
Ordinance Section 18.60.160 Recycling
collection facilities including cleaning and
washing of permanent structures and
surrounding areas; all littersurrounding the site
removed as needed to maintain a safe and
healthy environment; and possession of stolen
shopping carts is a police misdemeanor.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Public Safety Element Policy Status
Objective PS 1: Minimize risks
of potential property damage
and personal injury posed by
geologic or seismic activity.

Policy PS 1.1: Areas within the
2040 General Plan Planning
Area know to be subject to
geologic or seismic instability
(e.g., liquefaction, slumping)
shall be designated as Open
Space to prohibit development
and avoid creating a potential
public safety hazard.

PS 1.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall rely on the most
current and comprehensive geologic hazard
mapping available to assist in identifying and
designating areas of known or questionable
geologic and seismic hazard conditions Open
Space on the 2040 General Plan Land Use
Diagram, as well as for evaluating potential
geologic or seismic hazards associated with
new and redevelopment projects.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 1.2.A
Where questionable geological or seismic
conditions exist, the City of Chowchilla shall
require geologic and soils studies to identify
potential hazards and, if applicable, measures
to mitigate identified hazards as part of the
approval process for all new or redevelopment
projects prior to issuing grading permits.

The city is committed to
continue analyzing geologic
hazards for future project
proposals through the CEQA
process. The City will
incorporate any necessary
mitigation measures as
identified through the CEQA
process.

Policy PS 1.2: Geologic and
engineering studies are required
for all new and redevelopment
projects where known or
PS 1.3.A
All new and redevelopment projects, utilities,
public or critical facility projects that required
geologic and engineering studies shall be
designed, sited and constructed in a manner
The City will continue to work
with the City Engineer to
determine when it’s necessary
to require a geologic and soils
students and will enforce any
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63 questionable geological or
seismic hazard conditions exist.
that mitigates the risks of potential property
damage and personal injury associated with
the specific geologic and / or seismic
conditions identified in the project geologic
and engineering studies to minim shall identify
shall be constructed in a manner that mitigates
site specific geotechnical challenges and
minimizes the risk to the public from seismic
hazards.
mitigation measures as
necessary in order to decrease
impacts.

Policy PS 1.3: Geologic and
engineering studies are required
for all public and critical facility
projects (e.g., school, hospital,
utility substation, water storage
reservoir, wastewater
treatment facility, public safety
building, bridges and
overpasses).

PS 1.4.A
The City of Chowchilla shall continue to
incorporate appropriate earthquake
prevention standards, as they become
available, into the City uniform building codes
and require all new structures be engineered
to meet seismic safety code standards.

The City will continue to be
cognizant of siting for all
future city projects in order to
mitigates site specific
geotechnical challenges and
minimized the risk to the
public from seismic hazards.

Policy PS 1.4: Ensure new and
redevelopment projects comply
with adopted seismic and
geotechnical requirements of
the Uniform Building Code.

PS 1.5.A
The City of Chowchilla shall identify
unreinforced masonry buildings and other
buildings that would be at risk during seismic
events and continue to promote strengthening
of these buildings.

The City is committed to
ensuring all new construction
conforms to the latest uniform
building codes.

Policy PS 1.5: Support and
encourage seismic upgrades to
older homes and structures in
the City of Chowchilla that may
be structurally deficient.

PS 1.5.B
The City of Chowchilla shall identify and
promote programs that encourage property
owners to protect their homes and structures
against seismic hazards.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 1.5.C
The City of Chowchilla shall provide to the
public an information guide for property
owners on how to reinforce or rehabilitate
existing homes and structures more seismic
resilient.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 1.6.D
The City of Chowchilla shall provide the public
with information on how to be prepared for a
seismic event, and minimize related damage or
threat to health and public safety.

The City remains committed
to providing this information
on an on‐going basis.

PS 2.2.A
New and redevelopment projects shall provide
site plans that identify applicable floodways,
floodplains or other potential flood hazards.

The City remains committed
to providing this information
on an on‐going basis.

Objective PS 2: Minimize risks
of potential property damage
PS 2.2.B
The City of Chowchilla shall only approve new
residential, commercial or industrial, or
The City will continue to
analyze future projects to
identify any applicable
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flooding.

Policy PS 2.2: Development of
urban uses, with the exception
of passive recreation use areas
and pedestrian / bicycle trails
within a floodway or floodplain
subject to a 100‐year flood
event shall be prohibited.
redevelopment projects when the project is
shown to be protected from a 100‐year flood.
floodways, floodplains or
other potential flood hazards.

PS 2.3.A
The floodways of Ash and Berenda Sloughs, to
the extent feasible, shall be preserved in their
natural state, and shall not be channelized or
otherwise altered. Floodways should remain
undeveloped and allowed to function as
natural flood protection features in the City
where flood waters are temporary conveyed
during storm events.

The City remains committed
to continue approving projects
outside of the 100‐year flood
zone.

Policy PS 2.3: Preserve
floodways and floodplains for
non‐urban uses with the
exception of passive or active
recreational development may
be allowed in a floodplain with
appropriate measures that
avoid or minimize damage to
recreation or structural
improvements.

PS 2.3.B
The floodways of Ash Slough or Berenda
Slough are not to be modified to
accommodate new or redevelopment projects
in the City beyond the installation of storm
drain outfalls, utilities or bridges, or to restore
floodway capacity, stabilize slough banks or to
restore plant or wildlife habitat.

The City will continue to
protect the integrity of the
sloughs to the extent possible.

PS 2.4.A
The City of Chowchilla’s development review
process shall ensure no residential,
commercial or industrial land use project is
constructed within floodway or a 100‐ year
floodplain.

The City will continue to
protect the integrity of the
sloughs to the extent possible.

Policy PS 2.4: Ensure that
potential flooding impacts,
including on‐site flood damage,
and potential inundation, are
adequately addressed through
the environmental review
process and appropriate
mitigation is imposed.

PS 2.5.A
The City of Chowchilla’s development review
process shall ensure no public or private
infrastructure (e.g., bridge), or utility project
constructed within a floodway or a 100‐year
floodplain will compromise the health, safety,
and welfare of the City.

The City remains committed
to continue approving projects
outside of the 100‐year flood
zone.

PS 2.5.A
Roads that provide access to urban uses, in
particular to critical facilities (e.g., school,
hospital, utility substation, water storage
The City remains committed
to continue approving
infrastructure or utility
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65 reservoir, wastewater treatment facility, public
safety building, bridges and overpasses) should
also be prohibited within a floodway or
floodplain which is subject to 100‐year flood.
projects outside of the 100‐
year flood zone.

Policy PF 2.5: Establish and
maintain evacuation routes for
areas that could be affected by
flooding or dam failure, with
special emphasis on critical and
emergency facilities.

PS 3.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall review evacuation
plans in the City’s emergency management
plan, as periodically amended, for the
inundation areas regularly to ensure they are
accurate and up to date.

The City remains committed
to ensuring infrastructure
projects remain outside of the
100‐year flood zone.

Objective PS 3: Minimize risks
of potential property damage
and personal injury in the event
of a dam failure.

Policy PS 3.1: The City of
Chowchilla, in cooperation with
the County of Madera, shall
continue to maintain a disaster
relief plan that addresses
potential flood inundation in the
areas of Eastman Lake or
Berenda Reservoir in the event
of a dam failure.

PS 3.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall work the California
Department of Water Resources to ensure
adequate funding is allocated for inspections
of Buchanan and Berenda Dams, and that
inspections and required maintenance are
being carried out.

The City will continue to
review and update emergency
management plans as needed.

PS 3.1.C
The City of Chowchilla shall maintain an
emergency evacuation plans in the City’s
emergency management plan for the safe
evacuation of people from areas subject to
inundation from failure of Buchanan and /or
Berenda Dam. Plans shall be reviewed annual
and, if necessary, updated to ensure the
evacuation plans are accurate and up to date.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 3.1.D
The City of Chowchilla shall investigate and
implement, when feasible, measures for urban
development in a dam inundation area that
offers protection from flooding and provide
the public with information on how to be
prepared for a flood in the event of a dam
failure.

The City will continue to
review and update emergency
management plans as needed.

PS 4.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall evaluate all new
and redevelopment projects located adjacent
to Ash or Berenda Sloughs to assess it
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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66 vulnerability to fire and it potential as source
of fire.

Objective PS 4: Minimize risks
of potential property damage
and personal injury from
wildland fires.

Policy PS 4.1: New and
redevelopment projects in a
designated moderate fire
hazard severity zone shall
comply with the Wildland‐Urban
Interface Fire Area Building
Standards.

PS 4.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall review all new and
redevelopment projects proposed within 500
feet of top of bank of Ash or Berenda Slough
for conformity with the Wildland‐Urban
Interface Code. Development within
designated Fire Hazard Severity Zone shall be
in compliance with California Public Resources
Code Section 4291.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action for
applicable projects proposed
near the sloughs.

Policy PS 4.2: New and
redevelopment projects in which
the elimination of a wildland fire
hazard would require the
significant removal of, or
damage to, established trees
and other riparian vegetation
associated with Ash Slough or
Berenda Slough shall not be
permitted.

PS 5.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall endeavor to meet /
maintain a response time of five (5) minutes
for all areas within the City Limits.

The City will review all
projects within 500‐feet of the
sloughs to ensure
conformance with the
Wildland‐Urban Interface
Code.

Objective PS 5: Protect
property in urbanized areas
from fire hazards.

Policy PS 5.1: Ensure that new
fire stations, personnel and
equipment are provided to
sufficiently meet the needs of
the City as it grows in size and
population.

PS 5.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall endeavor to meet
and maintain a ratio of 2.8 fire personnel per
1,000 population.

The City remains committed
to maintaining this response
time.

PS 5.1.C
The City of Chowchilla shall integrate fire
safety considerations in the planning review
and approval process.

The City remains committed
to maintaining this ratio of
personnel.

PS 5.1.D
The City of Chowchilla shall acquire land and
construct additional fire stations to maintain
acceptable response times throughout the
2040 General Plan Planning Area.

The City will continue to
integrate fire safety
consideration in the planning
review and approval process.

PS 5.1.E
Fire stations and facilities shall be considered
consistent with all land use designations in the
The City has identified future
locations for public safety
facilities.

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67 General Plan and all zoning districts. The
station’s architectural design and landscape of
new fire stations shall be complementary with
surrounding land uses.

PS 5.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall analyze the
additional service demands for fire services
and, as necessary, require new development
to provide funding to meet the cost of
expanding the service.

The City will only identify
future public safety facilities in
areas of the City that are
zoned Public Facility.

Policy PS 5.2: New and
redevelopment projects shall
mitigate fire hazards related to
urban development or patterns
of urban development as they
are identified.

PS 5.2.B
The City of Chowchilla shall require property
owners to remove fire hazards, structures,
materials and debris as directed by the Fire
Department.

All new development would
be required to pay a public
safety impact fee for the
construction of future
facilities.

PS 5.3.A
The City of Chowchilla development review
and approval process shall continue to involve
the Chowchilla Volunteer Fire Department.

The City’s code enforcement
department will continue to
require property owners to
remove fire hazards,
structures, and additional
materials and debris to reduce
fire risk hazards.

Policy PS 5.3: Ensure that
potential fire impacts are
adequately addressed through
the environmental review
process and appropriate
mitigation is imposed.

PS 5.3.B
The City of Chowchilla’s development review
process shall ensure no residential,
commercial or industrial land use project is
constructed without adequate fire services,
personnel, equipment available.

The City will continue to
involve the Fire Chief or their
designee during the
development review process.

PS 5.4.A
The City of Chowchilla shall provide fire station
facilities, equipment and staffing necessary to
improve the City’s ISO rating of 5.

The City will continue to
involve the Fire Chief or their
designee during the
development review process
to ensure that no residential,
commercial or industrial land
use project is constructed
without adequate fire
services, personnel,
equipment available.

Policy PS 5.4: Pursue strategies
to improve the City of
Chowchilla’s Insurance Service
Office (ISO) rating.

PS 5.4.B
The City of Chowchilla shall identify non‐
contiguous streets and other barriers to rapid
response and pursue measures to eliminate
the barriers.

The recently approved
Measure N will ensure that
the necessary resources will
continue to be invested into
local public safety facilities.

PS 5.10.A The City will continue to
identify barriers to response
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68 Continue with an intensive weed abatement
program to minimize fire hazards near urban
uses.
times and pursue measure to
eliminate these barriers. This
includes the HWY 99/233
improvement project which
will ensure better connectivity
between east and west
Chowchilla.

Policy PS 5.10: The City of
Chowchilla shall maintain a
weed abatement program to
ensure clearing of dry
vegetation. Weed abatement
activities shall be conducted in a
manner consistent with all
applicable environmental
regulations.

PS 6.1.B
Potential fire hazards shall be identified in
project review and shall be mitigated to an
acceptable level.

The City will continue their
intensive weed abatement
program.

Objective PS 6: Provide high
quality emergency services to
protect life and property in the
City of Chowchilla.

Policy PS 6.1: Provide for
efficient and cost effective fire
and emergency medical service
to minimize potential injury, loss
or destruction to persons or
property.

PS 6.1.C
To the extent feasible, the City of Chowchilla
shall maintain Fire Marshall inspection services
to ensure that new and remodel construction
complies with Uniform Fire Code
requirements, and that commercial and
industrial buildings are meeting minimum fire
prevention and safety requirements.

City staff will continue to work
together during the
development review stage to
identify any fire hazards and
take necessary steps to
mitigate to an acceptable
level.

PS 6.1.D
Maintain mutual aid with Madera County.

The City’s Code Enforcement
department will continue to
ensure that all new
construction and remodels
conform to the Fire Code
requirements.

PS 6.1.E
Maintain emergency fire dispatch services at
an acceptable level and to the extent feasible
maintain mutual aid communications channels
with Madera County Central Dispatch.

The City will maintain mutual
aide with Madera County.

PS 6.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall minimize the
dependency of new commercial, industrial,
and mixed‐use development on fire fighting
personnel and equipment by requiring on‐site
fire suppression systems (e.g., sprinklers,
alarm), utilization fire resistant construction
material and other measures, as appropriate.

The City will continue to
maintain emergency fire
dispatch services at an
acceptable level and to the
extent feasible maintain
mutual aid communications
channels with Madera County
Central Dispatch.

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69 Policy PS 6.2: Minimize urban
fire hazards within the
Chowchilla Planning Area.

PS 6.2.B
All new development shall be constructed
according to the fire safety and structural
standards contained in the latest adopted
Uniform Building Code (UBC) and related
regulations.

The City will continue to
ensure that all new
construction conforms to the
building code when it comes
to fire suppression resources.

PS 7.2.A
Maintain the 911 emergency system and
promote Neighborhood Watch systems and
similar crime prevention activities and
programs through schools and community
organizations.

The City will continue to
ensure that all new
development is constructed
according to the fire safety
and structural standards
contained in the latest
adopted Uniform Building
Code (UBC) and related
regulations.

Objective PS 7: Provide high‐
quality police services to all
residents and businesses in the
City of Chowchilla.

Policy PS 7.2: Promote
community order by preventing
criminal activity, enforcing laws,
and meeting community police
service demands.

PS 7.2.B
Design defensible public and private spaces to
minimize opportunities for criminal activity.

The City will continue to
support neighborhood and
school organizations regarding
public safety measures. The
police department regularly
holds coffee with a cop events
throughout the city to engage
the community.

PS 7.2.C
Maintain mutual aid agreements with Madera
County and neighboring County law
enforcement agencies and the California
Highway Patrol.

The City will continue to
engage the Police Department
during the project review
stage to ensure spaces are
designed to detract
opportunities for criminal
activity.

PS 7.2.D
Law enforcement hazards shall be identified in
project review and shall be prevented or
mitigated to an acceptable level.

The City will work to maintain
mutual aid agreements with
Madera County and
neighboring County law
enforcement agencies and the
California Highway Patrol.

PS 8.4.A
The City of Chowchilla development review
and approval process shall continue to involve
the Chowchilla Police Department.

The City will continue to
engage the Police Department
during the project review
stage to ensure hazards are
identified and mitigated to an
acceptable level.

Objective PS 8: To provide
protection to the public
through adequate police
PS 9.2.B
The City of Chowchilla’s development review
process shall ensure no residential,
The City will continue to
engage the Police Department
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70 staffing and related resources,
effective law enforcement and
the incorporation of crime
prevention features in new
development.

Policy PS 8.4: The City of
Chowchilla shall promote the
use of building and site design
features as a means for crime
prevention and reduction.

commercial or industrial land use project is
constructed without adequate law
enforcement services, personnel, equipment
available.
during the project review
stage.

Objective PS 9: New
development shall pay fees as
necessary to meet all identified
costs associated with new
development.

Policy PS 9.1: Ensure that
potential law enforcement
needs are adequately addressed
through the environmental
review process and appropriate
mitigation is imposed.

PS 9.2.A
During deliberation on proposed projects, the
Planning Department shall include a finding in
their staff report which addresses the
adequacy of public services and the method by
which the proposed development is to provide
for these public services as part of the
development.

The City will continue to
engage the Police Department
during the project review
stage to ensure no residential,
commercial or industrial land
use project is constructed
without adequate law
enforcement services,
personnel, equipment
available.

Policy PS 9.2: New development
shall be responsible for paying a
financial contribution to
mitigate the effect of the
development on the provision of
such public services as police
and fire protection, solid waste
disposal, public education,
water, drainage, and sewer
facilities.

PS 9.3.A
The City shall analyze the additional service
demands for fire and police services and, as
necessary, require new development to
provide funding to meet the cost of expanding
the service.

The City will continue to
address the adequacy of
public services and the
method by which the
proposed development is to
provide for these public
services as part of the
development in staff reports.

Policy PS 9.3: The City shall
acquire land and construct
additional structures for fire and
police services to maintain
acceptable response times
throughout the General Plan
Area.

PS 9.3.B
Public buildings and facilities shall be
considered consistent with all land use
designations in the General Plan and all zoning
districts. The architectural design and
landscaping of new public buildings and
facilities shall be complementary with
surrounding land uses.

The City will continue to
analyze the additional service
demands for fire and police
services and, as necessary,
require new development to
provide funding to meet the
cost of expanding the service.

PS 10.10.A
The City of Chowchilla shall restrict the storage
of hazardous material in industrial areas which
are located near sensitive receptors.

The City will only identify
future public safety facilities in
areas of the City that are
zoned Public Facility.

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71 Objective PS 10: Protect the
City of Chowchilla and its
environment from harmful
effects of hazardous materials.

Policy PS 10.10: Business
practices using; storing or
producing hazardous materials
shall be located at a safe
distance from other uses that
may be adversely affected by
such activities. Sensitive
receptors such as schools,
hospitals, day care centers,
convalescent homes, and other
immobile populations shall be
considered during the review
process.

PS 10.11.A
City of Chowchilla shall coordinate with
Madera County to provide educational
opportunities for generation of small quantity,
household and agricultural waste products
regarding their responsibilities for source
reduction and proper and safe hazardous
waste management.

The City will continue to
restrict the storage of
hazardous material in
industrial areas which are
located near sensitive
receptors.

Policy PS 10.11: Any risks
involving the disposal,
transport, manufacture, storage
and handling of hazardous
material in the City of
Chowchilla shall be evaluated in
the project review and approval
process.

PS 10.11.B
The City of Chowchilla shall prohibit the
transport of hazardous materials through the
City on Highway 233.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 10.11.C
The City of Chowchilla shall adopt current
versions of the Uniform Fire Code to regulate
the storage of hazardous substances.

To the extent possible, the
City will prohibit the transport
of hazardous materials
through the City on Highway
233.

PS 10.11.D
The City of Chowchilla shall require full
environmental review, including early public
notification, of any proposal to establish a
licensed hazardous substance treatment,
storage, or disposal facility within the 2040
General Plan Planning Area or Sphere of
Influence.

The City will continue to
update the latest codes.

PS 10.11.E
The City of Chowchilla shall consider the
potential harmful effects from toxic air
contaminants or emissions on sensitive
receptors when approving the siting of new
industrial facilities or when a change is
proposed in existing industrial uses.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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72 PS 10.11.F
The City of Chowchilla shall coordinate with
Madera County and the California Highway
Patrol to establish designated travel routes
through the 2040 General Plan Planning Area
for vehicles transporting hazardous materials.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 10.11.G
The City of Chowchilla shall coordinate with
the Madera County Department of
Environmental Health for the implementation
of the Hazardous Material Disclosure Law.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 10.11.H
The City of Chowchilla shall identify potential
users and producers of hazardous materials at
the time of permit application and mitigate
dangers associated with these materials.

The City will continue to
coordinate with the Madera
County Department of
Environmental Health when
there are new project
proposals.

PS 10.12.A
New and redevelopment projects with
sensitive receptors within 500 feet of an
existing or planned highway, arterial or major
collector shall be designed with consideration
of site and building orientation, and
incorporate best available technology for
improved air quality and flow, ventilation and
filtration to lessen potential health risks due to
the project’s proximity to the roadway.

The City will remains
committed to identifying
potential users and producers
of hazardous materials at the
time of permit application and
mitigate dangers associated
with these materials.

Policy PS 10.12: Separate,
buffer and protect sensitive
receptors from significant
sources of air pollutants to the
greatest extent possible.

PS 10.12.B
To the extent allowable by State Law, the City
of Chowchilla shall prohibit new school
facilities, with the exception of “bus barns” or
maintenance facilities to be developed within
one‐quarter mile of a known industrial facility
permitted to emit hazardous air pollutant or
within one quarter mile of any land designated
as Light Industrial or Heavy Industrial.

For projects within 500‐feet of
a major roadway, the City will
incorporate best available
technology for improved air
quality and flow, ventilation
and filtration to lessen
potential health risks due to
the project’s proximity to the
roadway.

PS 11.1.A
City of Chowchilla shall provide the resources
to ensure that hazardous materials used,
stored and generated by businesses are
handled properly.

The City will prohibit future
construction of school sites
within one‐quarter mile of a
known industrial facility.

Objective PS 11: Minimize
public exposure risks
associated with the storage,
transport and disposal of
hazardous materials.

PS 11.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall coordinate with
responsible federal, state and local agencies to
identify and regulate the use, storage,
transportation and disposal of hazardous
materials.

The City will continue to
provide resources to ensure
that hazardous materials used,
stored and generated by
businesses are handled
properly.

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73 Policy PS 11.1: Ensure
hazardous materials used in
business and industry is used,
stored, handled and disposed of
properly.

PS 12.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall develop and
establish design guidelines and standards for
publicly accessible irrigation facilities, sloughs,
detention basins and drainage facilities to
minimize potential for accidents and injury.

Design guidelines and standards shall promote
a visually attractive environment consistent
with the form and character of the
surroundings.

The City will continue to
coordinate with responsible
federal, state and local
agencies to identify and
regulate the use, storage,
transportation and disposal of
hazardous materials.

Objective PS 12: Minimize risks
of personal injury associated
with potential hazards in the
urban environment.

Policy PS 12.1: Potential public
safety hazards associated with
irrigation canals and drainage
areas shall be minimized by
design, fencing or by restricting
public access.

PS 12.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall coordinate with
canal owners and operators with facilities in
the City Limits to minimize potential public
safety risks and to ensure, if applicable, the
facilities have properly placed hazard warning
signs.

The City developed design
guidelines for sloughs during
the Industrial Park Specific
Plan process.

PS 12.1.C
The City of Chowchilla shall place applicable
hazard warning signs at City owned,
maintained, and / or operated storm drainage
facilities where a potential f public safety
hazard is present.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 13.6.A
The City of Chowchilla should consider
relocating the airport to a new location which
will allow expansion and operation without
interference from urban encroachment.

The City is committed to
upholding the highest safety
standards at all city owned
facilities.

Objective PS 13: Protect the
community from potential
airport and air transportation
hazards.

Policy PS 13.6: The City of
Chowchilla shall maintain an
Airport Master Plan for the
Chowchilla Municipal Airport.

PS 13.6.B
As necessary, the City shall acquire land to
implement the Airport Master Plan by the
appropriate governmental agency.

The City has and will continue
discussion in regards to
feasible airport relocating.

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74 PS 13.7.A
The City of Chowchilla shall seek amendment
to the ALUC Plan to modernize the
requirements and standards for development
consistent with recommended guidance from
Caltrans.

The City is currently in the
process of updating their
airport master plan.

Policy PS 13.7: Chowchilla shall
maintain the Airport Land Use
Compatibility Plan for the
environs of the Chowchilla
Municipal Airport.

PS 13.7.B
The Land Use Element of the Chowchilla
General Plan and the Chowchilla Zoning
Ordinance shall be used to restrict potentially
hazardous land uses from being established
within Airport Safety Zones A and B1 of the
Chowchilla Municipal Airport.

The City looks forward to
participating in the next
ALUCP update process.

PS 14.1.A
The City of Chowchilla shall develop guidelines
and standards for the treatment of public
streetscape to improve pedestrian safety and
walkability. The guidelines and standards
should address street trees, street lighting,
street furniture, traffic calming and other
pertinent pedestrian safety and walkability
topics.

The Zoning Ordinance was
updated to restrict potentially
hazardous land uses from
being established within
Airport Safety Zones A and B1
of the Chowchilla Municipal
Airport.

Objective PS 14: Provide City‐
wide safe pedestrian and
bicyclist environments.

Policy PS 14.1: Enhance and
maintain pedestrian safety
through the inclusion of well‐
designed streets, sidewalks,
crosswalks, traffic control
devices and school routes
throughout the City.

PS 14.1.B
The City of Chowchilla shall identify and
inventory existing pedestrian safety and
walkability areas within the City area
developed areas within the City. The City shall
establish funding sources and priorities, and
set forth a phased improvement program to
improve present pedestrian safety and
walkability deficiencies within the City.

The City achieved this through
the development of the
Downtown Design Guidelines.

The City will continue to seek
ways to improve the city
streetscape as funding
opportunities arise.

PS 14.2.A
The City of Chowchilla shall verify that all new
and redevelopment projects provide
appropriate pedestrian and bicycle
accessibility and safety provisions prior to
project approval.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.

Policy PS 14.2: All new and
redevelopment projects shall
provide reasonable means of
pedestrian and bicycle
accessibility and safety
provisions.

PS 14.2.B
All grade separation projects shall implement
pedestrian and bicycle accessibility and safety
measures.

The City will ensure that
appropriate pedestrian and
bicycle accessibility and safety
provisions are incorporated in
future projects.

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75 PS 14.3.A
Update the Emergency Preparedness Plan
periodically to respond to changes in land use,
population and incorporated city boundaries,
including: evacuation routes; location of
critical facilities; peak load water supply
requirements; minimum road widths and
turning radii; and identification of the
population at risk.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Policy PS 14.3: Maintain an
Emergency Preparedness Plan.

PS 14.3.B
Coordinate with Madera County, Federal
Emergency Management Agency, and Office of
Emergency Services in reducing community
risk in the event of a disaster through
Emergency Preparedness Plan preparation and
disaster drills.

The City will continue to
update their Emergency
Preparedness Plan as needed.

PS 14.3.C
Coordinate City evacuation routes with
Madera County's emergency evacuation
routes.

The City will continue to work
with Madera County, Federal
Emergency Management
Agency, and Office of
Emergency Services in
reducing community risks.

PS 14.3.D
Ensure that public and private water facilities
have adequate capacity to supply emergency
needs.

The City will continue to
coordinate City evacuation
routes with Madera County's
emergency evacuation routes.

PS 15.1.A
Participate in state and County programs to
educate residents regarding preparedness and
response to natural disasters, including
information describing procedures and
evacuation routes to be followed in the event
of a disaster.

The City recently completed
an upgrade to City water
facilities to ensure the City
would have adequate water
supply and pressure to serve
the needs of the City.

Objective PS 15: Protect
Chowchilla from hazards
associated with the natural
environment.

Policy PS 15.1: Minimize risks of
personal injury and property
damage associated with natural
hazards.

PS 14.3.B
Design consideration shall be given for future
evacuation routes as a component of the
street construction and improvement
programs of the City. The City shall coordinate
its planning and design efforts with other
agencies including Madera County and
Caltrans.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 14.3.C
Prepare a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
pursuant to the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
to ensure that the City remains eligible for
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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hazards.

PS 14.6.A
The City of Chowchilla shall conduct periodic
mock exercises using emergency response
systems to test the effectiveness of City
procedures included in the emergency
response plans.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.

Objective PS 16: To maintain
emergency preparedness
programs to protect the public.

Policy PS 16.6: The City shall
complete regularly scheduled
reviews and updates of its
emergency management plans.

PS 14.6.A
The City of Chowchilla shall conduct periodic
mock exercises using emergency response
systems to test the effectiveness of City
procedures included in the emergency
response plans.

The City will continue to do
this. The most recent mock
exercise done was for an
active shooter scenario.

Flood Considerations
Objective PS 17: Ensure and
improve safety and protection
in areas that are likely to
experience flooding.

PS 17.1
Any areas that have experienced burn shall be
cleared and replanted with native vegetation
to limit and/or prevent flooding in these areas.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 17.2
Continue the ongoing eradication of Arundo
donax (giant cane) from sloughs to reduce the
risk of flooded waterways and hard‐to‐control
fires.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 17.3
All wildfire burned areas shall be treated to
control storm water runoff prior to winter
rains.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Existing Development
Objective PS 18: Public and
private landowners shall
minimize the risk of fire.

PS 18.1
Public and private landowners for all existing
land uses shall comply with all applicable state
and local requirements and implement site‐
specific safety measures that mitigate to a low‐
risk condition around or near public facilities,
infrastructure, and natural resources such as
the city’s sloughs.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 18.2
Public and private landowners shall minimize
the risk of fire moving from property to
property, by increasing structural hardening
measures (e.g., fire‐rated roofing and fire‐
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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techniques), maintaining and improving
defensible space on site, and supporting
vegetation management in adjacent
undeveloped areas.

Fire Safety and Emergency
Preparedness
Objective PS 19: Employ the
many safety opportunities
available to reduce the risks of
fire and to plan for
emergencies.

PS 19.1
All residential, commercial, and industrial
construction and development shall comply
with the statewide Fire Safe Regulations (see
CCR, Title 14, Sections 1270 et seq.) relating to
roads, water, signing, and fuel modification.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.2
Public open spaces should be used as
demonstration areas and examples to
neighborhood residents for fire‐adapted and
drought tolerant landscapes.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.3
Update site landscaping standards to be fire‐
adapted using native vegetation or fire‐
resistant planting palettes and prohibit
flammable landscape plantings or materials
storage within the structure ignition zone (e.g.,
within 0‐5 feet of the structure).

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.4
Work cooperatively with other agencies and
private interests to educate private
landowners on fire‐safe and defensible
measures to increase compliance with existing
regulations to achieve a low‐risk condition.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.5
Review and update emergency response and
evacuation plans and procedures at least every
five (5) years to reflect current conditions and
community needs.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.6
Incorporate forecasted impacts from climate
change into trends and projections of future
fire risk and consideration of policies to
address identified risk.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 19.7
As the City continues to grow and its
boundaries expand, if the need arises, plan for
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

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equipment.

PS 19.8
Mitigate the impacts of train‐related
emergency response vehicle delays by
planning for a city roadway grade separation.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Environmental Justice Policies
for Public Safety
Objective PS 20: Ensure
completeness and availability
of identified emergency
supplies, resources, and
programs to all segments of
the population.

PS 20.1
Ensure completeness and availability of
identified emergency supplies and resources to
all segments of the population, focusing
especially on vulnerable and disadvantaged
communities, including but not limited to
temporary shelter or housing, and items such
as medical supplies and services, water main
repair parts, generators, pumps, sandbags,
road clearing, and communication facilities.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

PS 20.2
Identify or develop programs to provide
financial incentives or assistance to low‐
income households for defensible space
maintenance, home hardening, and other
measures to reduce risk.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

Noise Element Policy Status
Objective N 1: Minimize noise
levels from point sources
throughout the City and,
wherever possible, mitigate the
effects of noise to provide a
safe and healthful
environment.

Policy N 1.1: Continue to
enforce noise abatement and
control measures particularly
within residential
neighborhoods.

N 1.1.A
The Chowchilla Police Department shall
actively enforce the California Vehicle Code
sections relating to adequate vehicle mufflers
and modified exhaust systems. Exceptions may
be made for special events conducted in the
City.

The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as‐needed basis.

N 1.2.A
The City shall utilize procedures for project
review and issuance of building permits to
ensure that noise mitigation measures
identified in an acoustical analysis are
implemented in the project design.

The Police Department will
continue to enforce this noise
measure.

Policy N 1.2: Require the
inclusion of noise reducing
design features in development
consistent with standards in
Table N ‐ 5, Table N ‐ 6, and
N 1.7.A
In making a determination of impact under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
consider an increase of four (4) or more
decibels to be “significant” if the resulting
noise level would exceed that described as
The City reviews and will
incorporate noise reduction
measures as needed.

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Regulations.
normally acceptable for the affected land use
in Table N ‐ 5 and in Table N ‐ 6 as applicable.

Policy N 1.7: The City of
Chowchilla shall require noise
analysis for new noise sensitive
development in areas subject to
noise levels greater than 65 dBA
CNEL as part of the
environmental review process
and to require mitigation
measures to reduce noise
impacts to acceptable levels.

The acoustical analysis shall be
the responsibility of the project
applicant and be prepared by a
qualified person experienced in
the fields of environmental
noise assessments. The
acoustical analysis shall address
affects of the project based on
existing conditions and build‐out
conditions of the Chowchilla
2040 General Plan. (See Policy N

4.1).

N 2.3.A
All residential development within the area
included in the MCALUCP shall be restricted to
areas where outdoor noise levels are less 65
dB CNEL and shall be prohibited in those areas
which are greater than 65 dB CNEL except
those areas that were designated for
residential development prior to the adoption
of the General Plan Noise Standards. In those
areas, residential uses may be permitted
within the 65 to 70 dBA CNEL Noise Contour, if
the City Council makes findings that the use
was intended prior to the adoption of the
General Plan Noise Standards, that substantial
resources have been allocated to the planning
or construction of that use, that alternative
locations for such use are limited or not
reasonably available, and that notification to
the property owner and future tenants will be
given in a legally acceptable manner that
significant noise may be present at that
location.

The City will complete a CEQA
analysis for any applicable
future project and will
incorporate any necessary
mitigation measures that are
identified through the CEQA
process.

Objective N 2: Minimize the
adverse effects of airport
related noise through proper
land use planning.

Policy N 2.3: The City of
Chowchilla shall coordinate with
Madera County Airport Land
Use Commission in maintaining
the noise contours for the
Chowchilla Municipal Airport as
notable changes in current or
projected operations are
planned. All new land use
proposals shall comply with the
land use policies of the Airport
Land Use Compatibility Plan for
Madera County Airports
(MCALUCP) for aircraft‐
generated community noise.

N 3.7.A
Future development and redevelopment along
major transportation corridors shall be
required to demonstrate that the project will
not be subjected to unacceptable noise levels
at full road design capacity.

The City will continue to use
the ALUCP as a tool when
reviewing projects to ensure
that any noise issues will be
mitigated.

Objective N 3: Minimize ground
transportation related noise
impacts through proper land
use planning.

N 3.8.A
For habitable buildings located within 100 feet
from the centerline of railroad tracks,
development shall provide a study
The City will continue to use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
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system shall be designed to
minimize excessive noise
impacts on sensitive land uses.

New development shall mitigate
noise impacts in accordance
with the requirements of the
noise element.
demonstrating that ground borne vibration
issues associated with rail operations have
been adequately addressed (i.e., by building
orientation or construction techniques). This
study must demonstrate that an interior noise
level of up to 45 dBA will not be exceeded with
windows closed.
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.

Policy N 3.8: The City of
Chowchilla shall seek to reduce
impacts from ground borne
vibrations associated with rail
operations by requiring the
habitable buildings are sited at
least 100‐ feet from the
centerline of the tracks. An
interior noise level of up to 45
dBA, with windows closed, shall
not be exceeded.

N 3.10.A
Future development along the Union Pacific
Railroad Company mainline corridor and the
Chowchilla Airport should be buffered with
open space and / or noise barriers.

Groundborne vibration studies
will continue to be required
for all habitable buildings
located within 100‐feet from
the centerline of railroad
tracks.

Policy N 3.10: Provide for
spatial separation and
necessary noise barriers
between railroads and
residential or other noise
sensitive uses.

N 4.1.A
Non‐transportation noise: Noise created by
non‐transportation noise sources shall be
mitigated so as not to exceed the exterior
noise level standards of Table N ‐ 6. Where
proposed non‐transportation noise sources are
likely to produce noise levels exceeding the
performance standards on Table N ‐ 6, an
acoustical analysis shall be required as part of
the environmental review process so that
noise mitigation may be included in the project
design.

The City will continue to use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.

Objective N 4: Establish
appropriate noise levels, design
standards, and noise reduction
techniques for all areas to
minimize the adverse effects of
noise.

Policy N 4.1: The City of
Chowchilla shall use the Land
Use Compatibility Guidelines for
Exterior Noise (measured in dBA
CNEL or Ldn) contained in Table
N ‐ 5 and Table N ‐ 6 in this
Element, as applicable, to direct
the siting, design, and insulation
N 4.1.B
Non‐transportation noise: New development
of noise sensitive land uses shall not be
allowed where the noise level due to non‐
transportation noise sources will exceed the
standards of Table N ‐ 6. Where noise sensitive
land uses are proposed in areas exposed to
existing or projected exterior non‐
transportation noise levels exceeding the
performance standards of Table N ‐ 6, an
acoustical analysis shall be required so that
noise mitigation may be included in the project
design at the cost of the developer.

The City will continue to use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.

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exposure to excessive noise.

Where warranted, the City shall
employ discretionary review of
new development to ensure that
the community will be protected
from excessive noise levels. The
City shall evaluate potential
noise impacts and recommend
mitigation measures through
discretionary review procedures
such as environmental reviews,
design review and evaluation of
use permits.

N 4.3.A
Project applicants for project developments in
areas identified as either conditionally
unacceptable range or normally unacceptable
shall prepare an acoustical analysis and, if
necessary, identify possible mitigation
measures to reduce the effects to noise levels
to acceptable levels.

The City will continue to use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.

Policy N 4.3: The City of
Chowchilla shall grant
exceptions to the noise
standards for commercial or
industrial uses only if a recorded
noise easement is conveyed by
the affected property owners.

N 4.6.A
For all temporary construction, demolition or
maintenance noise and other necessary short‐
term noise events, the stationary noise
standards in Policy N 4.1, above may be
exceeded within the receiving land use by:

1. 5 dBA for a cumulative period of no more
than fifteen (15) minutes in any hour.

2. 10 dBA for a cumulative period of no more
than five (5) minutes in any hour.

3. 15 dBA for a cumulative period of no more
than one (1) minute in any given hour.

4. In order to allow for temporary
construction, demolition or maintenance noise
and other necessary short‐term noise events,
the stationary noise standards in Policy N 4.1
above, shall not be exceeded within the
receiving land use by more than 15 dBA any
period of time.

These noise analysis reports
will continue to be required as
necessary.

Policy N 4.6: The City of
Chowchilla shall limit
construction activities to the
N 5.4.A
Promote use of noise insulation materials in
new construction and major rehabilitation.

The City will continue to
incorporate these measures
for development projects.

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Monday through Saturday. No
construction shall occur on
Sundays or national holidays
without a permit from the City.

Objective N 5: Adopt design
standards and identify effective
noise attenuation programs to
prevent noise or reduce noise to
acceptable levels.

Policy N 5.4: The City of
Chowchilla shall require
mitigation measures to
minimize noise impacts on
surrounding areas as part of the
permit review process for land
uses of a temporary nature,
such as fairs or exhibits. The
noise level from the temporary
use should be in conformance
with noise level guidelines for
nearby land uses.

N 5.4.B
Identify noise attenuation programs for
mitigation of noise adjacent to existing
residential areas, including such measures as
wider setbacks, intense landscaping, and
building orientation away from the noise
source.

The City will continue to
promote use of noise
insulation materials in new
construction and major
rehabilitation.

N 6.5.A
The construction of sound walls will be
considered where noise mitigation to
acceptable levels by other means is not
feasible.

The City will continue to use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.

Objective N 6: Reduce noise
levels from traffic.

Policy N 6.5: The City of
Chowchilla shall discourage the
use of un‐landscaped sound
walls. Developers / builders are
required to provide for
landscaping sound walls as part
of the normal improvement
requirements.

The City will continue to
incorporate these measures
for development projects.

ATTACHMENT 2 – Proposed General Plan Amendment Text

LAND USE ELEMENT
General Environmental Health
Policy LU- Ensure compliance with rules regarding remediation of contaminated sites prior to occupancy of new development.

Policy LU- Encourage new development to reduce vehicle miles traveled so as to reduce pollutant emissions.

Policy LU- Develop, implement, and periodically update a Climate Action Plan to improve air quality and reduce greenhouse gas emissions.

Policy LU- Encourage smoke-free workplaces, multifamily housing spaces, parks, and other community spaces to reduce exposure to second-hand smoke.

Housing Conditions
Policy LU- Investigate incorporating a “healthy homes inspection” into existing code enforcement inspection procedures to identify and require remedy of pollutants.

Policy LU- Identify funding for education and remediation of lead and other housing hazards to benefit lowincome families and minimize risks associated with lead-based paint.

Policy LU- In addition to the requirements of the Building Code, encourage the use of green, healthy building materials that are toxin free in residential construction.

Policy LU- Support collaborations between public health professionals, environmental health inspectors, and building departments to connect clients with professionals who can assess and address multiple aspects of housing that affect health and safety.

Policy LU- Utilize federal, state, local, and private funding programs offering low interest loans or grants, and private equity for the rehabilitation of rental properties for lower income households.

Residential Uses and Other Sensitive Receptors
Policy LU- Ensure that new development with sensitive land uses is buffered from stationary sources and mitigated from non-stationary sources of pollution.

Policy LU- Require that proposals for new sensitive land uses minimize exposure to unhealthful air and other toxins through setbacks, barriers, and other measures.

Policy LU- Work with the Chowchilla Unified School District to minimize environmental hazards in and around educational facilities.

Policy LU- Educate residential property owners to retrofit their residential properties affected by adverse air quality or other toxins with air filters, ventilation systems, landscaping and/or other measures.

Complete Neighborhoods
The term “complete neighborhood” refers to a neighborhood that accommodates a range of incomes and where residents have safe and convenient access to the goods and services needed in daily life. This includes a variety of housing options, grocery stores and other commercial services, public schools, open spaces and recreational facilities, affordable active transportation options, and civic amenities. An important element of a complete neighborhood is that it is built at a walkable and bikeable human scale that reduces auto independence, and meets the needs of people of all ages, incomes, and abilities.

Policy LU Seek opportunities, whether in existing or future neighborhoods, to pursue the concept of Complete Neighborhoods throughout the City of Chowchilla. Promote “complete neighborhoods”—where residents have safe and convenient access to goods and services on a daily or regular basis—that address unique neighborhood needs, and support physical activity, including walking, bicycling, active transportation, recreation, and active play.

Policy LU- Prioritize infill development within the existing developed footprint to reduce vehicle miles traveled; improve access to jobs, services, and education; and increase active transportation choices.

Policy LU- Rewrite current General Plan Policy LU 2.3 to read: “High and medium density residential development is encouraged within reasonable walking distance of the downtown of the City and walkable distance to grocery stores and other commercial services, public schools, open spaces and recreational facilities, affordable active transportation options, and civic amenities”.

Accessory Dwelling Units.

Accessory or secondary dwelling units are attached or detached units that provide complete independent living facilities for one or more persons including permanent provisions for living, sleeping, cooking, and sanitation, located on the same lot as the primary structure. Second units often provide affordable housing for extremely low-, very-low- and low-income households, including seniors.

Policy LU- Encourage the construction of accessory dwelling units in all single-family residential zones subject to regulations and existing ordinance, and in accordance with State Law.

Policy LU- Develop a city policy that encourages and promotes construction of accessory dwelling units that face the City’s alleys in residential districts provided that such units meet setback, height, occupancy, and other applicable regulations set forth in the Municipal Code.

Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan.

Policy LU- Amend and update the General Plan to reflect the Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan goals and policies that allow the Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan to develop and operate in a manner that complies with new State legislation.

Environmental Justice in Land Use
Senate Bill 1000 (SB 1000), also known as the Planning for Healthy Communities Act (Chapter 587, Statutes of 2016), requires local jurisdictions that are adopting or revising two or more elements of their general plans concurrently on or after January 1, 2018, to incorporate environmental justice (EJ) in their general plan if they have a disadvantaged community.

CalEnviroScreen: Areas west of Oleander Drive and east of SR 99 are identified as SB 535 Disadvantaged Communities. Senate Bill 535 directed that at least a quarter of the proceeds go to projects that provide a benefit to disadvantaged communities and at least 10 percent of the funds go to projects located within those communities. These funds must be used for programs that further reduce emissions of greenhouse gases.

Seven percent of the City of Chowchilla’s population are seniors, likely increasing to more than 4,000 by Year 2030.

Policy LU- Address the “unique or compounded health risks” in disadvantaged communities by decreasing pollution exposure, increasing community assets, and improving overall health.

Policy LU- City shall enhance low-income independent housing for seniors and continue to develop and expand senior housing services.

Policy LU- The City shall encourage the growth of senior housing, assisted living, and adult care facilities to meet the senior population growth.

Policy LU- Address whether zoning allows providers of fresh produce (grocery stores, farmers markets, produce stands) to locate within three-quarters of a mile of all residences in the City.

Policy LU- Encourage the development of healthy food establishments in areas with a high concentration of fast-food establishments, convenience stores, and liquor stores. For example, through updated zoning regulations, tailor use requirements to encourage quality, sit down restaurants, in areas that lack them.

Policy LU Further study and address the location and number of fast-food restaurants in the City and develop land use regulations that limit fast food retailers where there is an overabundance.

Policy LU Encourage existing convenience stores in or within one-half mile of residences to stock fresh produce and other healthy foods.

Policy LU- Encourage healthy food options at all municipal buildings and at City events where food is made available by the City.

Policy LU Continue to support the Chowchilla Farmers Market and allow farmers’ markets to operate in the City where appropriate.

Policy LU Promote the use of food assistance programs at farmers’ markets.

Policy LU- Promote city-wide messaging about healthy eating habits and food choices.

Policy LU- Review applications for off-sale alcohol licenses to ensure that over concentrations of off-sale alcohol do not occur in or near residential areas and schools.

Policy LU- Promote the development of balanced neighborhoods that accommodate a variety of housing types and density ranges to meet the diverse demographic, economic, and social needs of residents.

CIRCULATION ELEMENT
Access and Connectivity
Policy CI- Facilitate pedestrian and bicycle access to parks and open space through infrastructure investments and improvements.

Policy CI- Partner with the Chowchilla Unified School District, Chowchilla law enforcement, and non-profit organizations to improve access to bicycles, helmets, and related safety equipment and safety programs for lower income families.

Policy CI- Require the provision of on-site bicycle facilities in new large-scale development projects.

Policy CI- Provide safe, interesting, and convenient environments for pedestrians and bicyclists, including inviting and adequately lit streetscapes, shaded for comfort, networks of trails, paths and parks and open spaces located near residences, to encourage regular exercise and reduce vehicular emissions.

Parking
CA legislation AB 2097 prohibits cities from imposing any minimum automobile parking requirement on any residential, commercial, or other development project that is located within 1/2 mile of public transit.

Policy CI- Undertake a holistic review of the City’s parking standards to better reflect contemporary needs, support alternative transportation modes, and shared parking between uses, with appropriate reductions and/or elimination of minimum parking requirements for Downtown and for corridor segments with required ground floor active uses.

Policy CI Expand sustainably generated electric charging station capacity throughout Chowchilla, including within existing and new parking facilities, to encourage electric vehicle ownership, and to meet the Governor’s Executive Order N-79-20 targets and future demand.

Policy CI Promote personal use of electric vehicles by providing or promoting adequate publicly accessible charging stations and designated parking at City facilities, multi-family housing, and commercial developments.

Active Transportation
On September 26, 2013, Governor Brown signed legislation creating the Active Transportation Program (ATP) in the Department of Transportation (Senate Bill 99, Chapter 359 and Assembly Bill 101, Chapter 354). The ATP consolidates existing federal and state transportation programs, including the Transportation Alternatives Program (TAP), Bicycle Transportation Account (BTA), and State Safe Routes to School (SRTS), into a single program with a focus to make California a national leader in active transportation. The ATP is administered by the Division of Local Assistance, Office of State Programs and new funding programs are continuously being identified and administered.

The purpose of ATP is to encourage increased use of active modes of transportation by achieving the following goals:
• Increase the proportion of trips accomplished by biking and walking • Increase safety and mobility for non-motorized users
• Advance the active transportation efforts of regional agencies to achieve Greenhouse Gas (GHG) reduction goals
• Enhance public health
• Ensure that disadvantaged communities fully share in the benefits of the program • Provide a broad spectrum of projects to benefit many types of active transportation users Policy CI- Support implementation of the 2018 Madera County Active Transportation Plan (ATP) to create a network of safe, accessible and appealing pedestrian and bicycle facilities and environments for the “Proposed Bicycle Facilities – City of Chowchilla & Fairmead” and consider developing an Active Transportation Plan for the City of Chowchilla that includes the components of the Madera County ATP.

Policy CI- Bicycle and pedestrian facilities shall be identified, scheduled, and implemented in compliance with the City of Chowchilla Active Transportation Network identified in the 2018 Madera County Active Transportation Plan, as well as on other appropriate routes at the discretion of the City Council.

Policy CI- Employ appropriate traffic calming measures in areas where pedestrian travel is desirable but is unappealing due to traffic conditions.

Policy CI- Bicycle and pedestrian connections shall be continuous and convenient to the nearest neighborhood center, school, or park.

Policy CI- Orient development to encourage pedestrian and transit accessibility. Strategies include locating buildings and primary entrances adjacent to public streets and providing clear and direct pedestrian paths across parking areas and intersections.

Policy CI- Provide pedestrian facilities that are accessible to persons with disabilities, compliant with Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) Standards for Accessible Design and ensure roadway improvement projects address accessibility and use universal design concepts.

Policy CI- Create development standards that provide desired and maximum block lengths in residential, retail, and mixed‐use districts to enhance walkability.

Policy CI- To allow for greater connectivity throughout residential neighborhoods, discourage cul-de-sacs unless adequate pedestrian access to adjacent streets is provided.

Transit
Policy CI- CATX should work with Madera County Transit to develop a future regular bus route that circulates through other areas of the City’s key destinations and that would eventually connect to High-Speed Rail stations in the cities of Merced and Madera.

Policy LU- Encourage the use of low emission or electric vehicles in City and transit fleets.

Policy CI- The City shall work with California High Speed Rail Authority on providing transit connections to the nearest proposed high-speed rail stations in Merced to the north and Madera to the south.

SB 743 (LOS to VMT Transition)
SB 743 is a performance measure that discourages suburban sprawl, reduces greenhouse gas emissions, and encourages smart growth development, complete streets, and multimodal transportation. California's new rules ask developers to project VMT, Vehicle Miles Traveled, created by their projects and, if they reach a certain level, provide for mitigations by taking steps that can include: improving access to transit and local amenities, incorporating affordable housing, and/or providing incentives to increase transit use. VMT Analysis for Land Development Projects shall utilize the Madera County Transportation Commission VMT resources screening process.

Policy CI Foster a comprehensive network of safe, accessible roads, trails, sidewalks, and pathways that emphasize a Complete Streets approach, while reducing vehicle miles traveled (VMT) and dependence on single-occupancy vehicles.

Policy CI Maintain a roadway network that serves not just automobile operations, but also multi-modal movement and adjacent land uses.

Policy CI Foster a more connected system of streets, pedestrian facilities, and bicycle facilities as new development and redevelopment is undertaken, or as opportunities are presented.

Policy CI Update policies to reflect VMT by Improving intersections operating at less than an A.M. and P.M. peak hour Level of Service "D" conditions by adding appropriate turning lanes to congested approaches, widening intersection approaches, or modifying signal timing at intersections and coordinating with other signals, as appropriate, unless other public health, safety, or welfare factors determine otherwise.

Policy CI Evaluate new development and redevelopment projects for compliance with adopted Vehicle Miles Traveled (VMT) significance thresholds.

Policy CI Continue efforts to reduce VMT—such as through pedestrian and bikeway improvements, streetscape design to promote non-vehicle transportation, mixed-use developments, flexibility in parking standards, and transportation demand management—to reduce automobile traffic and GHG emissions, while recognizing that the City has limited control over regional economic and travel patterns that influence VMT.

Policy CI Identify projects for VMT noting that many projects may be too small to meet the threshold for VMT mitigation such as local serving projects, certain mixed-use projects, affordable and farmworker housing, and some redevelopment projects; and are thus excluded from VMT mitigation.

Policy CI For proposed large-scale development projects with significant transportation impacts, a survey shall be conducted within one half mile of the project site to determine any gaps in facilities for walking, bicycling or transit.

Policy CI Seek to reduce mobile sources of air pollution by creating denser and walkable neighborhoods, and improving bicycle infrastructure, with the goals to reduce the number of miles traveled in cars and improve regional air quality.

Policy CI The Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan shall be reevaluated for VMT Mitigation to provide for transportation improvements.

Complete Streets
A Complete Street is an approach to planning, designing, building, operating, and maintaining streets that enable safe access for all people who use them, including pedestrians, bicyclists, motorists, and transit riders of all ages and abilities.

Policy CI Support walking and bicycling by encouraging Complete Streets (bike lanes, traffic-calming measures, sidewalks separated from the roadway with tree planted landscaping), where feasible in the right-of-way, particularly in neighborhoods, Downtown, and in transit-oriented locations.

Policy CI Update the City’s Engineering and Street Design Standards to ensure that roadway and streetscape design specifications reflect the Complete Streets concept, bus stops and bus pull-outs, while also addressing the needs of through traffic and bike lanes and trails next to public streets.

Environmental Justice Policies for Circulation Element
Policy LU- Prioritize bicycle and pedestrian infrastructure and safety improvement projects that improve access for underserved communities, particularly those reliant on walking, biking, and transit for transportation.

OPEN SPACE AND CONSERVATION ELEMENT
Parks and Park Access
Policy OS- Update the City of Chowchilla Park and Recreation Master Plan approximately every ten years to keep up with population growth, expansion of the City ‘s boundaries, and ever-changing recreation trends with input from the community, businesses, and other stakeholders.

Policy OS- Work closely with local planning and transportation departments to build and maintain sidewalks, crosswalks, bike racks, bike paths, and shade trees, as well as routes within and between parks, trails, and other key destinations.

Environmental Justice Policies for Parks and Park Access Policy OS- Promote equitable park programs and policies that make it safe and easy for residents to be physically active, regardless of their age, race, income, ability, or disability.

Policy OS- Increase access points to recreation areas and green spaces or locate them along public right- of-way so they are more accessible to all community members.

Policy OS- Ensure that investments in parks and recreation facilities are equitable and prioritize improvements to lower-income neighborhoods where residents may not have transportation to visit parks that are further away.

Energy Conservation
Policy OS- Consider converting street lighting, water pumping, water treatment, and other energy-intensive operations to more efficient technologies.

Policy OS- Pursue State, regional, and federal funding programs designed to reduce energy demand through conservation and efficiency.

Policy OS- Identify and publicize information about financial mechanisms for private solar installations and provide over‐the‐counter permitting for solar installations meeting specified standards.

Urban Greening
Policy OS- Identify, implement, and seek funding for specific green infrastructure projects in Chowchilla.

Policy OS Maintain and continue to implement the City’s Urban Forest Plan through new development projects, additions to Chowchilla’s urban forest to delineate corridors and the boundaries of urban areas, and to provide tree canopy for bike lanes, sidewalks, parking lots, and trails, and install trees within parks, school sites, public rights-of-way and other city properties.

Policy OS Adopt the Chowchilla Industrial Park Specific Plan Plant List as the official plant selection list for the City of Chowchilla.

Urban Agriculture and Environmental Justice Policies for Open Space and Conservation Urban agriculture is a means to improve community health and reduce health inequities. It encourages civic participation in food system governance and offers citizens opportunities to explore concepts of food sovereignty within an urban setting.

Goal: Healthy, affordable and culturally appropriate food is readily available to all members of the community.

Affordable and Nutritious Food Policies
Objective OS 26 Provide and promote access to healthy food and nutritional choices.

Policy OS 26.1 Encourage and simplify the process of developing community gardens within or adjacent to neighborhoods and housing development sites.

Policy OS 26.2 Through updated zoning regulations, allow community gardens as an amenity in required open space areas of new multifamily and mixed-use development projects.

Policy OS 26.6 Identify vacant lots and underutilized public land that can be used for neighborhood-run community gardens including coordination with Chowchilla Elementary Schools and Chowchilla Union High School District.

Policy OS 26.9 Educate the public on how to grow and maintain a private or community edible garden.

PUBLIC FACILITES AND SERVICES ELEMENT
Policy PF- Coordinate with the State of California 2020 Broadband Action Plan (Executive Order N-73-20) and SB 156 to help create access to high-performance broadband at home, schools, libraries, and businesses; make available affordable broadband and the devices necessary to access the Internet; and, provide avenues for training and support to enable digital inclusion.

Policy PF- Recycling Centers. The City shall continue to enforce and update the regulations for Chowchilla Zoning Ordinance Section 18.60.160 Recycling collection facilities including cleaning and washing of permanent structures and surrounding areas; all litter surrounding the site removed as needed to maintain a safe and healthy environment; and possession of stolen shopping carts is a police misdemeanor.

PUBLIC SAFETY ELEMENT
Flood Considerations
Policy PS- Any areas that have experienced burn shall be cleared and replanted with native vegetation to limit and/or prevent flooding in these areas.

Policy PS- Continue the ongoing eradication of Arundo donax, giant cane, from sloughs to reduce the risk of flooded waterways and hard-to-control fires.

Policy PS- All wildfire burned areas shall be treated to control storm water runoff prior to winter rains.

Existing Development
Policy PS- Public and private landowners for all existing land uses shall comply with all applicable state and local requirements and implement site-specific safety measures that mitigate to a low-risk condition around or near public facilities, infrastructure, and natural resources such as the city’s sloughs.

Policy PS- Public and private landowners shall minimize the risk of fire moving from property to property, by increasing structural hardening measures (e.g., fire-rated roofing and fire-resistant construction materials and techniques), maintaining and improving defensible space on site, and supporting vegetation management in adjacent undeveloped areas.

New Growth
Policy PS- All residential, commercial, and industrial construction and development shall comply with the statewide Fire Safe Regulations (see CCR, Title 14, Sections 1270 et seq.) relating to roads, water, signing, and fuel modification.

Urban Considerations
Policy PS- Public open spaces should be used as demonstration areas and examples to neighborhood residents for fire-adapted and drought tolerant landscapes.

Policy PS- Update site landscaping standards to be fire-adapted using native vegetation or fire-resistant planting palettes and prohibit flammable landscape plantings or materials storage within the structure ignition zone (e.g., within 0-5 feet of the structure).

Emergency Preparedness
Policy PS- Work cooperatively with other agencies and private interests to educate private landowners on fire-safe and defensible measures to increase compliance with existing regulations to achieve a low-risk condition.

Policy PS- Review and update emergency response and evacuation plans and procedures at least every 5 years to reflect current conditions and community needs.

Environmental Justice Policies for Emergency Preparedness Element Policy PS- Ensure completeness and availability of identified emergency supplies and resources to all segments of the population, focusing especially on vulnerable and disadvantaged communities, including but not limited to temporary shelter or housing, and items such as medical supplies and services, water main repair parts, generators, pumps, sandbags, road clearing, and communication facilities.

Policy PS- Identify or develop programs to provide financial incentives or assistance to low-income households for defensible space maintenance, home hardening, and other measures to reduce risk.

Policy LU- Promote clean air and water, a healthy natural environment, and pollution-free neighborhoods to reduce disparate health impacts resulting from environmental pollutants in vulnerable communities.

Long-term considerations
Policy PS- Incorporate forecasted impacts from climate change into trends and projections of future fire risk and consideration of policies to address identified risk.

Policy PS- As the City continues to grow and its boundaries expand, if the need arises, plan for the future for a new fire station and equipment.

Policy PS- Mitigate the impacts of train-related emergency response vehicle delays by planning for a city roadway grade separation.

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Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Year 2023
Housing Element Planning Period 5th Cycle
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
0 0
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 0
Single-family Detached 0 0 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 0
5+ units per structure 0 0 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 0 0 0
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Income Rental Ownership Total
Very Low 0 0 0
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Units Constructed - SB 35 Streamlining Permits
Number of SB 35 Streamlining Applications Approved
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Total Housing Applications Submitted:

Number of Proposed Units in All Applications Received:

Total Housing Units Approved:

Total Housing Units Disapproved:

Total Units
Housing Applications Summary
Use of SB 35 Streamlining Provisions - Applications
Note: Units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income permitted units totals Number of SB 35 Streamlining Applications
Above Moderate
Indicated as Infill
Not Indicated as Infill
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Low 0 0 0
Moderate 0 0 0
Above Moderate 0 0 0
Total 0 0 0
Streamlining Provisions Used - Permitted Units # of Projects Units SB 9 (2021) - Duplex in SF Zone 0 0
SB 9 (2021) - Residential Lot Split 0 0
AB 2011 (2022) 0 0
SB 6 (2022) 0 0
SB 35 (2017) 0 0
Ministerial and Discretionary Applications # of Applications Units Ministerial 0 0
Discretionary 0 0
Density Bonus Applications and Units Permitted
Number of Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Units in Applications Submitted Requesting a Density Bonus 0 Number of Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0
Number of Units in Projects Permitted with a Density Bonus 0 Housing Element Programs Implemented and Sites Rezoned Count 45 0
Programs Implemented
Sites Rezoned to Accommodate the RHNA
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Date
Application
Submitted
Total
Approved
Units by
Project
Total
Disapproved
Units by
Project
Streamlining
2 3 4 6 7 8 9
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Date
Application
Submitted
(see
instructions)
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Deed
Restricted
Low-Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total PROPOSED
Units by Project
Total

APPROVED
Units by project
Total

DISAPPROVED
Units by Project
Please select
streamlining
provision/s the
application was
submitted pursuant
to.

Did the housing
development
application seek
incentives or
concessions
pursuant to
Government Code
section 65915?
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0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Table A
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1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes Density Bo Applica
10 Housing Development Applications Submitted
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Table A2
Streamlining Infill
Housing without Financial
Assistance or Deed
Restrictions
Term of Affordability
or Deed Restriction Notes
2 3 5 6 8 9 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction Tracking ID
Unit Category
(SFA,SFD,2 to
4,5+,ADU,MH)
Tenure
R=Renter
O=Owner
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Entitlement
Date Approved # of Units issued
Entitlements
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Building Permits
Date Issued
# of Units Issued
Building Permits
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome
Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Certificates of
Occupancy or other
forms of readiness
(see instructions)
Date Issued
# of Units
issued
Certificates of
Occupancy or
other forms of
readiness
How many of
the units were
Extremely Low
Income?
Please select the
streamlining
provision the
project was

APPROVED
pursuant to. (may
select multiple)
Infill Units?
Y/N+
Assistance Programs
for Each Development
(may select multiple -
see instructions)
Deed Restriction
Type
(may select
multiple - see
instructions)
For units affordable without
financial assistance or deed
restrictions, explain how the
locality determined the units
were affordable
(see instructions)
Term of Affordability or
Deed Restriction (years)
(if affordable in perpetuity
enter 1000)+
Number of
Demolished/Destroyed
Units
Demolished or
Destroyed Units
Demolished/De
stroyed Units
Owner or
Renter
Total Density Bonus Applied
to the Project (Percentage
Increase in Total Allowable
Units or Total Maximum
Allowable Residential Gross
Floor Area)
Number of Other
Incentives,
Concessions, Waivers,
or Other Modifications
Given to the Project
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Reductions)
List the incentives,
concessions,
waivers, and
modifications
(Excluding Parking
Waivers or Parking
Modifications)
Did the project receive a
reduction or waiver of
parking standards? (Y/N)
Notes+
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Density Bonus
1 Unit Types Affordability by Household Incomes - Completed Entitlement Affordability by Household Incomes - Building Permits Affordability by Household Incomes - Certificates of Occupancy 4 7 10
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Housing with Financial Assistance
and/or Deed Restrictions Project Identifier Demolished/Destroyed Units Annual Building Activity Report Summary - New Construction, Entitled, Permits and Completed Units Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
1 Projection Period 3 4
RHNA Allocation by
Income Level 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024 Total Units to Date (all years) Total Remaining
RHNA by Income
Level
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - - - - - - - -
Deed Restricted - - - - 4 - - - - -
Non-Deed Restricted - - - 20 - - - - - -
Above Moderate 467 - - - - 5 - 53 79 - - 137 330
1,114
- - - 20 9 - 53 79 - - 161 953
5 6 7
Extremely low-Income
Need 2016 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 2023 2024
Total Units to
Date
Total Units
Remaining
127 - - - - - - - - - - 127
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180
-
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24 Moderate
253
190
204
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2 Table B
Regional Housing Needs Allocation Progress
Permitted Units Issued by Affordability
253
190
Please note: For the last year of the 5th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted during the portion of the year that was in the 5th cycle. For the first year of the 6th cycle, Table B will only include units that were permitted since the start of the planning period. Projection Period units are in a separate column.

Total RHNA
Total Units
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Extremely Low-Income Units*
Note: units serving extremely low-income households are included in the very low-income RHNA progress and must be reported as very low-income units in section 7 of Table A2. They must also be reported in the extremely low-income category (section 13) in Table A2 to be counted as progress toward meeting the extremely low-income housing need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). *Extremely low-income houisng need determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1). Value in Section 5 is default value, assumed to be half of the very low-income RHNA. May be overwritten.

Progress toward extremely low-income housing need, as determined pursuant to Government Code 65583(a)(1).

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Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Date of Rezone Rezone Type
2 4 5 6 7 9 10 11
APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Date of Rezone Very LowIncome Low-Income Moderate-Income Above ModerateIncome Rezone Type Parcel Size
(Acres)
General Plan
Designation Zoning Minimum
Density Allowed
Maximum
Density Allowed
Realistic
Capacity Vacant/Nonvacant Description of Existing Uses
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
3 8
Project Identifier RHNA Shortfall by Household Income Category Sites Description 1 Sites Identified or Rezoned to Accommodate Shortfall Housing Need and No Net-Loss Law Table C
Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
1 2 3 4
Name of Program Objective Timeframe in H.E Status of Program Implementation Action/Implementation
Measure 1.a: The City will
complete the five-year land
use update as part of its
General Plan update.

Adequate sites will be
identified and annexed as
needed to provide a
minimum of 150 percent of
the necessary land
inventory to meet the needs
of the very low and lowincome groups.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups 2017 and 2022
After conducting an analysis, it was determined that the City has more than 150% of available land within the City limits. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure is not needed and will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Housing Programs Progress Report
Describe progress of all programs including local efforts to remove governmental constraints to the maintenance, improvement, and development of housing as identified in the housing element.

Table D
Program Implementation Status pursuant to GC Section 65583 Action/Implementation
Measure 1.b: Prior to its
expiration, the City will
review the Zoning
Ordinance that waives
impact fees for all infill,
mixed use, and any
development, including
high density development,
of other vacant lands with
existing infrastructure when
the
builder secures at least 30
percent of its good and
services from within the
City. In order to
qualify, the developer must
apply within the designated
period as set forth by
resolution. If
warranted, this ordinance
will be extended.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups 2016
The City developed an infill incentive program in 2016 that eliminates building fees for infill residential projects and has seen some success with the program. The only constraint was that applicants had a difficult time meeting the 30 percent threshold so that it was reduced to 20 percent (Resolution 80-18) to attract more interest. This program will be extended once it reaches its sunset date of 6/31/2021, therefore this Action/Implementation Measure will be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 1.c: The City will
prepare an inventory of
government owned land
within the City and its
Sphere of Influence and will
analyze that land for
possible housing sites. If
appropriate sites can be
identified, the City will
actively recruit developers
and apply to funding
agencies to facilitate
development of the sites
with housing for assisted
living and housing for
seniors, veterans, the
homeless, farmworkers, and
affordable housing for
families. Assisted living
refers to housing for
individuals who require
assistance with everyday
activities such as meals,
medication management or
assistance, bathing, dressing
and transportation.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups 2017 and 2020
This Action/Implementation Measure was completed and is discussed in Section 3 of this Housing Element Update. There were 95 sites identified. The City recently held a developer/builders discussed. Please see Section 3 for more information. This Action/Implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 1.d: The City will
apply for additional CDBG
and HOME funds to acquire
and/or extend necessary
services (water and sewer
hookups) to in-fill parcels
for housing development,
with the goal of $120,000
for extension of services
Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups Annual
The City applied for CDBG and HOME funds in 2017 and was awarded them in early 2018. The City has recently contracted with Self Help Enterprises to assist the City with funding implementation. This Action/Implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

NEW:

Action/Implementation
Measure 1.e: The City will
revise the Zoning Ordinance
to permit emergency
shelters within the C-3
commercial zone as a byright use, without the need
for a public hearing. The City
has determined that there is
sufficient vacant land, and
potential for use in existing
structures in this zone.

Parcels zoned C-3 are
located on the western end
of Robertson Avenue, and
immediately west of
Highway 99 in the more
established portion of the
city, and also east of
Highway 99. All areas have
available services and
infrastructure.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups 2020
This Action/implementation Measure was completed by City staff prior to the last Housing Element certification through the approval of Ord. No. 482.17. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 1.f: When land is
rezoned or annexed for
agricultural use, agricultural
housing will be a permitted
use. The City will revise the
Zoning Ordinance to
conform to the Employee
Housing Act. The Health and
Safety Code Sections
17021.5 and 17021.6 apply
to employee housing that
qualifies, or intends to
qualify, for a permit to
operate under the
Employee Housing Act. This
generally requires employee
housing for six or fewer
persons in a single family
zone and 12 units or 36
beds to be permitted
without a CUP in multifamily zoning districts.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups 2020
This Action/Implementation Measure was partially completed by City staff prior to the last Housing Element certification through the approval of Ord. No. 482.17, which now allows employee housing where agricultural uses are permitted. However, allowing employee housing for six or more (should say seven or greater) people, is allowed by CUP only in the R-L zone, and is not a by-right use in any residential zone.

Multi-family dwellings of five or greater units are allowed by right in the M-MH and RH zones. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will be revised and carried over into the revised Housing Element.

The City will provide
expedited processing and
approval for developments
consisting of affordable to
lower-income households
so that funding opportunity
deadlines can be met.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups ongoing
The City is actively pursing this Action/implementation Measure by identifying funds to purchase permit tracking software to help with expediting permit approvals. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

The City will conduct an
internal consistency review
of the General Plan as part
of the annual General Plan
implementation report
required by Section 65400.

Provide adequate sites at suitable
locations throughout the community to
accommodate a range of housing
responsive to the needs of all income
groups annual
Staff completed an internal review of the City’s compliance with it’s Housing Element by the April 1st deadline. This Action/implementation Measure is ongoing and will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.a: The City will
actively recruit involvement
of for-profit and non-profit
housing corporations (such
as Self Help Enterprises) by
holding workshops and/or
town hall meetings and
coordinate with them to
develop at least 10 new,
affordable, both low-income
and special needs housing
annually, assisting
development as possible
with awarded grant funds,
expected at approximately
$120,000 annually
Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. annual
The City is actively pursuing this Action/Implementation measure by holding public outreach events on a continuous basis. The City recently held a Builders Forum in December 2022, where both for-profit and non-profit entities participated.

Additionally, Self Help was recently awarded the City's last HOME grant. The City also met with Self Help three times throughout the year to discuss strategy for developing future affordable housing projects. This Action/implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.b: The City
amended the Zoning
Ordinance in 2017 to be
consistent with State law
regarding density bonuses,
second units, and
emergency, transitional, and
supportive housing.

Although these ordinances
were adopted under
Ordinance 482-17 in April
2017, components of the
Zoning Ordinance
Amendment did not meet
State Density Bonus law, so
that this item will be
addressed in the next
comprehensive zoning
ordinance update.

Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. 2020 and annually The City completed some portions, but not all, of this Action/Implementation measure during the City’s comprehensive zoning ordinance update process which was adopted in 2017. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will be carried over into the revised Housing Element (Chapter 4, NEW Action/Implementation Measure 2.f).

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.c: The City of
Chowchilla will develop an
informational flyer to be
provided on the City’s
website, a list of regional
area housing developers,
and accomplish a mailing to
encourage developers to
make application for USDA
programs. The City will log
and track developers who
have been notified of this
funding opportunity. The
City will take
Action/Implementation
Measures necessary to
expedite processing and
approvals for such projects
that include housing
affordable to lower-income
households and establish a
procedure to provide preapplication review of
projects to expedite their
timely approval.

Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. 2020
The City recently completed this Action/Implementation measure. The flyer is on the City’s website and hard copies are provided at City Hall. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.d: The City of
Chowchilla will encourage
innovation within the
general guidelines of the
City’s community design
standards, by the
developers to all project
applications for greater
assurance for the
development of safe,
attractive, and functional
residential neighborhoods.

The City will encourage
attractive neighborhoods
that include alternative
transportation and
complete streets,
encourage infill and a
healthy lifestyle, and are
planned to be functional.

Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. ongoing
The City complies with this Action/Implementation measure by encouraging developers to conform with any applicable design guidelines that may apply to specific parts of the city. This Action/implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.e: The City will
revise its Zoning Ordinance
and General Plan
designations, to encourage
higher density
development. This includes
changing the permitted
density in the R-2 zone from
a range of 6 to 16 units to a
range of 12 to 20 units and
changing the permitted
density in the R-3 from a
range of 10 to 24 units to a
range of 20 to 30 units. Per
State requirements for the
“default” density standards,
changes will be byright as
appropriate. The High
Density Residential
designation of the General
Plan will also be revised to
be consistent with these
changes. The City would
support increasing building
heights to 3 stories once the
city acquires appropriate
equipment to provide
Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. 2020
The City recently reviewed this Action/Implementation measure and determined that there may have been an oversight during the comprehensive zoning ordinance update process and that this may not have been completed. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.f: The City will
apply, as appropriate, for
State and federal funding
specifically targeted for the
development of housing
affordable to extremely
lowincome households
particularly those
overpaying for housing by
30 percent or greater, such
as the Local Housing Trust
Fund program and
Proposition 1-C funds. The
City shall promote the
benefits of this program to
the development
community by posting
information on its web page
and creating a handout to
be distributed with land
development applications.

Other efforts will include
outreaching to developers
on at least an annual basis
to discuss the development
of ELI housing, providing
financial or in-kind technical
Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. annual
The City reviewed this Action/Implementation measure and determined this has not yet been completed and therefore will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.g: The City will
work with the Housing
Authority to encourage
owners to qualify their
rental units under the
Section 8 Income Voucher
Program, and to retain
those already enrolled in
the program. Those with
housing available near
schools, and with three or
more bedrooms will be
encouraged to join or
maintain housing in this
program. The City and
Housing Authority will work
to provide project-based
vouchers when new rental
developments are deemed
feasible with the inclusion
of project based vouchers.

Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. annual
In order to comply with diligent efforts toward achieving this Action/Implementation measure, the City has recently met with the Housing Authority to discuss this action measure. This Action/implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 2.h: The City will
work with affordable
housing developer, the MPO
and Transportation
Commission to determine
site and transportation
improvements. This includes
review of available lots for
infill and status of
infrastructure to those sites,
appropriate zoning,
completion of CEQA and
NEPA requirements, and
other factors. The goal will
be to complete the
application by 2020.

Provide adequate housing supply to meet
the needs of extremely low, very low, low
and moderate-income groups and the
special housing needs of City residents. 2020
Diligent efforts continue to be made by City staff to comply with this Action/Implementation measure. The City continues to work closely with the Madera County Transportation Commission (MCTC) to identify needed infrastructure improvements in order to accommodate future housing developments. The City and MCTC are currently pursuing a project to update Robertson Blvd (City's mainstreet) as well as finishing the environmental analysis for the future roundabouts project. This Action/implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried forward.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.a: The City staff
will conduct an annual
meeting, inviting local and
regional housing developers
to discuss potential
impediments to the
development of new
housing opportunities.

Developer recommended
revisions to the Zoning
Ordinance and/or
development standards, as
appropriate and feasible
within the law will be
presented to Council for
consideration.

Obective A: Ensure that the review and
approval process for residential projects
does not create unreasonable obstacles to
adequate housing development. Objective
B: Review non-governmental constraints
and address them appropriately. Annual
The City recently held a Builders Forum in December 2022, where both for-profit and non-profit entities participated. This Action/implementation Measure is ongoing and will be carried forward
Action/Implementation
Measure 3.b: The City of
Chowchilla will continue to
participate with Madera
County, and in conjunction
with the current Sphere of
Influence (SOI) Update, in
identifying adequate
reserves of developable
land to address potential
escalation of land costs.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.c: The City will
complete the revision of the
City Zoning Ordinance,
Section 18.33.010 and/or

18.33.050, as necessary, to
remove existing guideline
inconsistencies for the
establishment and
development of Residential
Mobile Home Park Districts.

In addition, the City will
revise its definitions of
“mobile home” and
“manufactured home,” and
will revise the Zoning
Ordinance to permit
manufactured homes
meeting the same
requirements as site-built
homes in zones allowing
residential use. The City's
Zoning Ordinance will be
amended to allow and
permit manufactured
housing in the same manner
and in the same zones as
conventional or stick-built
Obective A: Ensure that the review and
approval process for residential projects
does not create unreasonable obstacles to
adequate housing development. Objective
B: Review non-governmental constraints
and address them appropriately. 2020
The City completed this Action/Implementation measure during the City’s comprehensive zoning ordinance update process which was adopted in November 2018. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.d: As a
requirement of the
annexation process through
LAFCo, the Community &
Economic Development
Department will ensure
housing developers
requesting annexation of
territory into the city limits
to notify the local school
districts for their initial
review and input.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.e: The City Public
Works, Roads, Planning, and
Building staff will discuss
proposed projects to
optimize opportunities to
make infrastructure
improvements in the most
fiscally responsible and time
efficient matter.

Coordinating utility and
road improvements, for
example can reduce the
time period requiring road
closures, detours, and work
within rights-of-way that
affect businesses and
residents, as well as
decreasing costs.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.f: The City will
revise its permitting and
recordkeeping process to
better track the types of
housing for which permits
are sought. In particular, the
City will record requests for
permits for second units and
other housing that will assist
lower income groups, those
in need of temporary
housing, those with
disabilities, and other
special needs groups.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.g: The City will
consider a fee deferral for a
period not to exceed 30
years with the deferral
recorded as a form of
deferred note and secured
by the property. The note
would be due and payable if
the property were sold,
refinanced, the rent was no
longer affordable (with
multifamily properties), or is
no longer occupied by the
owner
(single-family home).

Obective A: Ensure that the review and
approval process for residential projects
does not create unreasonable obstacles to
adequate housing development. Objective
B: Review non-governmental constraints
and address them appropriately. ongoing
The City is open to this measure if ever needed in the future. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.h: The City will
work with the local school
districts in all residential
development proposals
being submitted that are
subject to the Subdivision
Map Act and Subdivision
Ordinance. The City will
continue to refer developers
of residential housing
projects to the local school
districts in order to ensure
the availability of adequate
school facilities to house
students generated by
proposed residential
projects consistent with the
City’s General Plan.

Action/Implementation
Measure 3.i: The City shall
work with the school
districts to ensure that
school impact fees for new
residential developments
will be in accordance with
statutory requirements. Any
additional fees requested by
the school districts (if any)
shall be through a separate
agreement consistent with
the City’s General Plan. This
requirement shall not
negatively impact affordable
housing projects.

Obective A: Ensure that the review and
approval process for residential projects
does not create unreasonable obstacles to
adequate housing development. Objective
B: Review non-governmental constraints
and address them appropriately. Annual as needed The City is committed to continue compliancy with this measure on an on-going b Action/Implementation
Measure 3.j: The City will
biennially monitor the Land
Use and Public Facilities and
Services Policies,
particularly those listed in
Errata, Corrections or
Changes to the General Plan
Text, adopted on May 2,
2011, regarding school
district siting process and
accompanying school fees,
to evaluate any potential
constraints on multifamily
development. The initial
monitoring will review and
amend General Plan policies
to ensure
they comply with State law,
particularly the State
Subdivision Map Act and
School Facilities
Act.
development. The initial monitoring will
review and amend General Plan policies to
ensure they comply with State law,
particularly the State Subdivision Map Act
and School Facilities Act annual
Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure with a timeline of being reviewed starting in early 2020 and biennially thereafter.

Action/Implementation
Measure 4.a: The City will
apply for funds and will
work with Self Help to
conduct a housing
conditions study. The City
will maintain current
information on the
condition of housing stock
in the City by conducting
surveys at least every five
(5) years and updating its
housing conditions database
based on the survey results.

The study will include
structures in addition to
dwellings, such as garages,
sheds, and permitted and
unpermitted second-units
when they appear to be
used for human habitation.

The study will include
review of housing project
application (i.e., tentative
subdivision map, General
Plan amendment), to
determine their effect on
the cost of providing
Objective A: Conserve and enhance
existing housing stock and neighborhoods,
particularly affordable housing in older
areas of the City. Objective B: Maintain
community design and improvement
standards that will provide for the
development of safe, attractive, and
functional housing developments and
residential environments. 2020 and 2022
Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 4.b: The City will
support public and private
efforts to rehabilitate and
improve existing housing
stock by applying annually
to State and federal housing
rehabilitation sources to
provide available funds,
anticipated to be $60,000 at
a minimum during the
planning period for the
removal of unsafe,
substandard dwellings
which cannot be
economically repaired, and
$200,000 annually for the
rehabilitation of
substandard and
deteriorating housing units.

This Action will be of highest
priority.

Action/Implementation
Measure 4.c: The City will
promote awareness of the
need for housing and
neighborhood conservation
by developing a brochure
outlining available
assistance programs for
distribution by Code
Enforcement and display in
public offices. This
information will be provided
on the City’s website and
will be available in the City’s
Community and Economic
Development Department.

Objective A: Conserve and enhance
existing housing stock and neighborhoods,
particularly affordable housing in older
areas of the City. Objective B: Maintain
community design and improvement
standards that will provide for the
development of safe, attractive, and
functional housing developments and
residential environments. annual
This Action/Implementation measure was completed. This measure will be carried forward and updated periodically as an on-going measure Action/Implementation
Measure 4.d: The
Community and Economic
Development Department is
given sole responsibility to
at least annually contact the
ownership of identified ‘atrisk’ subsidized multi-family housing facilities. The
ownership status and future
plans will be determined
and noted by staff. Owners
will be reminded of the
need for timely notice and
asked to inform the
Department immediately of
potential change of
ownership or loss of lowincome units. Upon
notification the City will
immediately contact the
qualified agencies and
others that may have since
have registered with HCD.

Along with the (funding)
resources listed in that
section, the City will provide
staff assistance and
Objective A: Conserve and enhance
existing housing stock and neighborhoods,
particularly affordable housing in older
areas of the City. Objective B: Maintain
community design and improvement
standards that will provide for the
development of safe, attractive, and
functional housing developments and
residential environments. Annual
No existing facilities were ‘at-risk’ during the 2016-2024 planning period. Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 4.e: To urge
owners of market rate
rental properties to
continue to offer properties
at affordable rates, the City
will research other
California cities’ rent control
ordinances, with the input
of the public. The City will
develop its own ordinance
if/when it determines that
an ordinance can be
adopted that will not be to
the long-term detriment of
either the property owner
or the renter. The City
understands that properties
cannot be subject to rent
control and will consider
measures other than rent
control as incentives to
owners to provide decent,
safe housing at affordable
rates.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.a: In compliance
with GC 65583(5), the City
must remove constraints or
provide accommodations
for housing for persons with
disabilities including those
who are developmentally
disabled, including land use
controls, building codes and
their enforcement, site
improvements, fees and
other exactions required of
developers, and local
processing and permit
procedures. These must be
allowed by right. The City
will review its Zoning
Ordinances to ensure that
definitions and uses for
residential facilities not
providing medical services,
such as group homes and
residential care facilities are
allowed by right for those
with disabilities including
those who are
developmentally disabled.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. 2020
This Action/implementation Measure was completed by City staff prior to the last Housing Element certification through the approval of Ord. No. 482.17 and during the comprehensive zoning ordinance update which came into effect in November 2018.

Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.b: In conjunction
with Action/
Implementation Measures

1.a, b, and c and
Action/Implementation
Measures 2.a, b, and c, the
City will additionally identify
sites for varying special
needs populations
(homeless, farmworkers,
disabled including those
with developmental
disabilities, seniors) and
additional group home
facilities. Developers will be
contacted and advised of
the identified site for these
uses.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. 2020
The purpose of this action is to identify sites for varying special needs populations (homeless, farmworkers, disabled, seniors) and additional group home facilities. Staff created a GIS map that shows which zones in the City allow for special needs groups based on the zoning ordinance and land use matrix.. Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out the second part of the measure regarding funding. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.c: The City will
provide assistance to rental
housing developments that
contain at least 10 percent
of three- and four-bedroom
dwelling units affordable to
lower income households
without overpayment. City
staff will assist in applying
for available federal and/or
State programs, as well as
project density bonuses at
the amounts required under
State law, fee cost
reduction, and/or fast track
processing. Information on
this program will be
included in the brochure
developed and distributed
under program 4.c.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. ongoing
Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.d: The City shall
complete and adopt
guidelines for integrating
affordable residential
projects that provide
housing for lower-income,
single working parent
households and childcare
services. The City shall
pursue three federal and
State grant fund sources for
childcare services, and
actively recruit communitybased nonprofit and/or
private for-profit
organizations for such
services. The goal would be
for $100,000 annually.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. 2020
The City is currently researching avenues used by other small Central Valley cities to encourage the provision of childcare services in conjunction with housing for lower income residents. After extensive research and discussion, staff is recommending the City consider “A Guide for Developing Child Care Facilities with Affordable Housing – Child Care Handbook” which was prepared by Bridge Housing. The City has not yet succeeded in securing funding for childcare, and is looking into upcoming opportunities. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.e: The City of
Chowchilla will actively
work with Affordable
Housing Development
Corporation to utilize
federal and State affordable
housing programs to raise
$500,000 in funds for lowincome family housing.

Utilize AHDC funds to
implement construction of
rental housing for seniors
and those with disabilities
and take all
Action/Implementation
Measures necessary to
expedite processing and
approval of such projects.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.f: The City of
Chowchilla will actively
pursue non-profit sponsors
to jointly develop a
farmworker housing facility.

The City will sponsor an
application for funds to the
Joe Serna and/or
Proposition 46 farmworker
housing program(s) and
USDA for $1,000,000 total.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. annual
Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.g: The City will
amend the Zoning
Ordinance before the
certification of the Housing
Element to a) define
“supportive housing” and
“transitional housing”, and
b) permit supportive
housing and transitional
housing as a residential use,
and in compliance with
Government Code Section
65583(D)(5) and (6),
transitional housing and
supportive housing shall be
considered a residential use
of property, and shall be
subject
only to those restrictions
that apply to other
residential dwellings of the
same type in the
same zone. Additionally, the
City will identify the C-3 (CS) zone to allow emergency shelters
as a permitted use, in either
Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. 2020
This Action/implementation Measure was completed by City staff prior to the last Housing Element certification through the approval of Ord. No. 482.17. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element. Note that the zoning ordinance does not include the requirement for a minimum or maximum lot size for emergency shelters, as no specific lot sizes are required for other uses.

Action/Implementation
Measure 5.h: The City will
amend the zoning ordinance
to identify the zones and
the permitting process that
will treat both licensed and
unlicensed facilities and
group homes for seven or
greater persons in the same
manner in the same zones
in the 2018 Zoning
Ordinance update. The
zoning amendment will be
adopted as to not unduly
constrain their
development.

Provide accommodation of housing
suitable for all special needs groups. 2020
This Action/implementation Measure was completed by City staff prior to the last Housing Element certification through the approval of Ord. No. 482.17. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 6.a: The City’s
Planning Department shall
provide information and
referral services, on an as
needed basis, regarding fair
housing laws, and assist
citizens with discrimination
complaints to the State
Department of Fair
Employment and Housing.

The city will participate and
distribute fair housing
materials on its website, in
public locations, and to
various interested parties.

As a semi-annual
community service (April
and October), the City
Planning Department shall
work with the Chowchilla
Newspaper to publish
information on fair housing
laws and identify agencies
to contact regarding
discrimination complaints.

Support the strict observance and
enforcement of anti-discrimination laws
and practices. ongoing
Due to limited staffing, the City has not yet carried out this measure. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 7.a: Through the
City’s site plan review
process ensure housing
construction that is
environmentally sound, cost
effective, and promotes
energy efficiency.

Encourage new
developments to
incorporate housing design
and orientation techniques
that reflect energy efficient
site planning and use of
passive solar access
standards through the
dissemination of PG&E
published information
brochures available at City
Planning Department.

To promote energy conservation activities
in all residential housing developments
and rehabilitation activity. ongoing
The City is committed to continue compliancy with this measure on an on-going basis. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 7.b: In conjunction
with scheduled City Zoning
Ordinance and Downtown
Design Standards review,
identify and make
recommendations for
amendments to
requirements which
potentially inhibit site
planning for solar access
To promote energy conservation activities
in all residential housing developments
and rehabilitation activity. annual
The City is committed to continue compliancy with this measure on an on-going basis. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.

Action/Implementation
Measure 7.c: The City shall
help lower-income
homeowners in applying for
assistance from other
agencies to make energy
conservation
improvements, including
but not limited to CDBG, CalHFA, and PG&E, and GRID
Alternatives that can
provide financial assistance
to lower income
homeowners and rental unit
owners whose tenants are
of lower-income status.

Information on PG&E, GRID
Alternatives, and other
potential sources of
financial assistance or
rebate, including
weatherization programs,
will be listed on the City’s
website
To promote energy conservation activities
in all residential housing developments
and rehabilitation activity. annual
The City applied for CDBG and HOME funds in 2017 and was awarded them in early 2018. The City has recently contracted with Self Help Enterprises to assist the City with funding implementation. This Action/Implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 7.d: The City shall
codify the adopted
Ordinance #475-16, adding
Chapter 5 to Title 8 of the
City Municipal Code
establishing a requirement
to comply with Cal Green
Code and the City’s
Construction and
Demolition Recycling
Program
To promote energy conservation activities
in all residential housing developments
and rehabilitation activity. annual
The City has completed this Action/Implementation Measure. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Action/Implementation
Measure 7.e: The City shall
codify the adopted
Ordinance #474-15,
providing an expedited,
streamlined permitting
system for small residential
rooftop solar systems.

To promote energy conservation activities
in all residential housing developments
and rehabilitation activity. annual
The City has completed this Action/Implementation Measure. Therefore, this Action/Implementation Measure will not be carried over into the revised Housing Element.

Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Description of Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Very Low
Income
Low
Income
Moderate
Income
Above Moderate
Income
Description of Commercial
Development Bonus
Commercial Development Bonus
Date Approved
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Units Constructed as Part of Agreement
Commercial Development Bonus Approved pursuant to GC Section 65915.7 Table E
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Project Identifier
1 2
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Annual Progress Report January 2020
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
The description should adequately document how
each unit complies with subsection (c) of Government
Code Section 65583.1+
.

For detailed reporting requirements, see the chcklist
here:

Extremely LowIncome+ Very Low-Income+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+ Extremely LowIncome+Very LowIncome+ Low-Income+ TOTAL UNITS+ https://www.hcd.ca.gov/communitydevelopment/docs/adequate-sites-checklist.pdf Rehabilitation Activity
Preservation of Units At-Risk
Acquisition of Units
Mobilehome Park Preservation
Total Units by Income
Table F
Please note this table is optional: The jurisdiction can use this table to report units that have been substantially rehabilitated, converted from non-affordable to affordable by acquisition, and preserved, including mobilehome park preservation, consistent with the standards set forth in Government Code section 65583.1, subdivision (c). Please note, motel, hotel, hostel rooms or other structures that are converted from non-residential to residential units pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c)(1)(D) are considered net-new housing units and must be reported in Table A2 and not reported in Table F.

Activity Type
Units that Do Not Count Towards RHNA+
Listed for Informational Purposes Only
Units that Count Towards RHNA +
Note - Because the statutory requirements severely limit what can be counted, please contact HCD at [email protected] and we will unlock the form which enable you to populate these fields.

Units Rehabilitated, Preserved and Acquired for Alternative Adequate Sites pursuant to Government Code section 65583.1(c) Annual Progress Report January 2020
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Note: "+" indicates
an optional field
Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Notes
2 3 6
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit
Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Deed
Restricted
ModerateIncome Non
Deed Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Total Moderate Income
Units Converted from Above
Moderate
Date Converted Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Above Moderate Income Units Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of units in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before adding information to this table, please ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 5 Project Identifier Unit Types
1 4
Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion Units credited toward Moderate Income RHNA
Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024 ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Housing Element Implementation
2 3 4
APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Realistic Capacity
Identified in the
Housing Element
Entity to whom the site
transferred Intended Use for Site
1 Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
Table G
Locally Owned Lands Included in the Housing Element Sites Inventory that have been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of Project Identifier
NOTE: This table must only be filled out if the housing element sites inventory contains a site which is or was owned by the reporting jurisdiction, and has been sold, leased, or otherwise disposed of during the reporting year.

Jurisdiction Chowchilla Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Period 2023
(Jan. 1 - Dec.
31)
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation
formulas
Designation Size Notes
1 2 3 4 5 6 7
APN Street Address/Intersection Existing Use Number of
Units
Surplus
Designation
Parcel Size (in
acres) Notes
NOTE: This table must contain an invenory of ALL
surplus/excess lands the reporting jurisdiction owns
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Parcel Identifier

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Housing Element Implementation
Table H
Locally Owned Surplus Sites
For Madera County jurisdictions, please format the APN's as follows:999-999-999-999 Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Project Type Date
2 3
APN Street Address Project Name+ Local Jurisdiction
Tracking ID+
Unit Category
(SH - Student Housing) Date Very Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Very Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Deed Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Moderate- Income
Deed Restricted
Moderate- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note
Cells in g
Table J
Student housing development for lower income students for which was granted a density bonus pursuant to subparagraph (F) of paragraph (1) of subdivision (b) of Section 65915 Project Identifier Units (Beds/Student Capacity) Approved 1 4
NOTE: STUDENT HOUSING WITH DENSITY BONUS ONLY. This
table only needs to be completed if there were student housing projects WITH a density bonus approved pursuant to
Government Code65915(b)(1)(F)
Annual Progress Report January 2020
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Period 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
No
Table K
Tenent Preference Policy
Local governments are required to inform HCD about any local tenant preference ordinance the local government maintains when the jurisdiction submits their annual progress report on housing approvals and production, per Government Code 7061 (SB 649, 2022, Cortese). Effective January 1, 2023, local governments adopting a tenant preference are required to create a webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials, no more than 90 days after the ordinance becomes operational.

Does the Jurisdiction have a local tenant preference policy? If the jurisdiction has a local tenant preference policy, provide a link to the jurisdiction's webpage on their internet website containing authorizing local ordinance and supporting materials.

Notes
Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Year 2023 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
Total Award Amount Total award amount is auto-populated based on amounts entered in rows 15-26.

Task $ Amount Awarded $ Cumulative Reimbursement
Requested
Other
Funding Notes
Project Initiation $3,000.00 $3,000.00 None
Data Collection $5,500.00 $5,500.00 None
Analysis of Background Information $13,500.00 $13,500.00 None VMT Analysis $14,500.00 $14,500.00 None
Admin Draft Text of Element
sections $12,000.00 $12,000.00 None
Public Outreach $5,000.00 $5,000.00 None
Public Hearings & Adoption $3,000.00 $3,000.00 None
Final Document Production $3,000.00 $3,000.00 None
Project Management $5,500.00 $5,500.00 None
Summary of entitlements, building permits, and certificates of occupancy (auto-populated from Table A2) Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 0
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 0
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 0
0 0

ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Local Early Action Planning (LEAP) Reporting
(CCR Title 25 §6202)
Completed
Completed
Please update the status of the proposed uses listed in the entity’s application for funding and the corresponding impact on housing within the region or jurisdiction, as applicable, categorized based on the eligible uses specified in Section 50515.02 or 50515.03, as applicable.
$ 60,000.00
Task Status
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Completed
Total Units
Certificate of Occupancy Issued by Affordability Summary Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Completed Entitlement Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low
Moderate
Above Moderate
Total Units
Building Permits Issued by Affordability Summary
Income Level
Very Low
Low

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Item 6.2

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: March 12, 2024
AGENDA SECTION: New Business
SUBJECT: Presentation of the City’s Mid-Year Budget for FY 23/24 PREPARED BY: Kerri Williams- Finance Director
ATTACHMENTS: Presentation

REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☒ RECOMMENDATION:

Presentation only.

BACKGROUND:

In June 2023, Council approved the fiscal year 2023/2024 Operational and Capital Outlay Budget. A budget is an estimate of expenditures and revenues for the upcoming year and is monitored throughout the year for unforeseen activities. Annually, a mid-year review of the budget is performed to identify modifications that need to be made to the budget to reflect year-to-date activity and resulting year-end projections.

The mid-year review for the fiscal year 2023/2024 budget was performed through January 2024. This provides the most up to date and accurate information regarding actual revenue and expenses the City has incurred, which allows for the most accurate year-end projections.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

It is necessary to analyze where the City is at with the current year budget and any potential changes that will be needed for the rest of the year. Even if there are no budget amendments proposed, it is vital to have an update on the City’s financial position half way through the fiscal year. This information is relied upon for forecasting the next year’s budget.

FISCAL IMPACT:

All funds are evaluated in the mid-year review. Significant funds (General Fund & Enterprise Funds) are gone over in detail in the Power Point presentation. Any other significant items will be included in the presentation as well.

Mid Year Review
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Thru January 2024
By Kerri Williams
Finance Director
General Fund
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Approved Budget Projected Budget
FY 2023-2024 FY 2023-2024
Total Revenues & Transfers In 12,887,761 14,011,908
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 13,329,793 13,666,829 Net Change in Fund Balance (442,032) 345,079
Nonspendable Fund Balance 424,731
Committed Fund Balance - Emergency Contingency + Budget Deficit 910,223 Assigned Fund Balance 1,064,841
Unassigned Fund Balance 11,526,791
13,926,586
11,526,791
Projected FY 23/24 Surplus/(Deficit) 345,079
Projected FY 23/24 Unassigned Fund Balance 11,871,870
12,782,093
Unappropriated Fund Balance% of Expenses 114%
GFOA Recommended minimum amount of Reserve - 2 months of Expenses 17% Amount of Expenditures 13,666,829
T/O's for 1-time expenses -
Capital Outlay - 2,496,408
Operating Expenditures 11,170,421
General Fund Operating Expenses Reconciliation

GENERAL FUND
Revenues VS Expenditures
Fund Balance PER FY 22/23 Audited Financial Statements
Total Fund Balance
FY 22/23 Unassigned Fund Balance
Projected FY 23/24 Unappropriated Fund Balance
 Revenues
 Higher Than Budgeted
 VLF increase of $172k
 Sales Tax increase of $158k
 Property Taxes increase of $82k
 Insurance for PD Vehicles $153k
 Grant Revenue for PD $186k
 K-9 Dinner being held this year $50k
 Increase in SRO due to updated contracts $82k
General Fund Summary
 Expenses
 Higher Than Budgeted
 General Services & General Administration -
 City Attorney costs $130k
 Public Safety-
 Increase due to insurance for 2 vehicles- $153k
General Fund Summary (con’t)
 Expenses
 Lower Than Budgeted
 Community Development- $89k
 Due to LEAP & SB2 closing out as of 6/30/23
 Decreased Community Marketing
 Salaries & Benefits due to actual costs of positions
for multiple budgets-181k
 Travel & Training for multiple budgets- $19k
 Cell Phones & Energy Costs adjusted to current costs
for multiple budgets - $28k
General Fund Summary (con’t)
 Fund Balance
 Unassigned- $11.5M
 Unappropriated- $12.8M
 114% of operating expenses
 GFOA minimum recommendation- 17% (2 months)
 $1.86M
 Total- $13.9M
General Fund Summary (con’t)
Water Fund
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Water Fund Approved Budget Projected Budget
FY 2023-2024 FY 2023-2024
Total Revenues & Transfers In 6,786,597 6,840,631
Total Expenditures & Transfers Out 7,616,692 7,661,739
Net Change in Fund Balance (830,095) (821,108)
Fund Balance PER FY 22/23 Audited Financial Statements Accrual Basis Cash Basis 6,166,256 1,996,125
Projected FY 23/24 Surplus/(Deficit) 3,011,292 (189,809) Total Projected Fund Balance 9,177,548 1,806,316
Restricted Fund Balance- Depreciation 400,000
Total Projected Unrestricted Fund Balance 1,406,316
Fund Balance - % of Operating Expenses 46%
City Reserve Policy Percentage 25%
Note: Difference between Accrual and Cash Basis Fund Balance is long-term assets and liabilities Note: Difference between Accrual and Cash Basis Surplus is as follows:

Depreciation 631,299
282 Principal payment on SWRB Loan 160,300
283 Principal payment on JCI Bond 25,000
Capital assets 3,647,100
Interfund T/O's 304,210
Operating Expenses Reconciliation:

Fund 280 Operating Expenses 3,079,130
Revenues VS Expenditures
Water Funds Summary
 Revenue
 Increase of $63k for Water Sales/Disconnects & Scrapping of old Meters
 Expenses
 Increase in Energy Costs $41k
 Increase in Contract Services for Generator Maintenance- $30k  Increase in Vehicles, Machinery, Equipment for actual cost of trailer- $11k
 Increase in Chlorines costs- $12k
 Cash Basis
 Budget for 22/23 has a $190k deficit
 Fund Balance
 46%
Sewer Fund
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
Sewer Fund Approved Budget Projected Budget
FY 2023-2024 FY 2023-2024
Total Revenues and Transfers In 3,064,315 3,064,773
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out 3,919,241 3,868,519 Net Change in Fund Balance (854,926) (803,746)
Accrual Basis Cash Basis
8,220,659 3,649,125
Projected FY 23/24 Surplus/(Deficit) 1,092,254 (523,267) Total Projected Fund Balance 9,312,913 3,125,858
Restricted Fund Balance- Depreciation 400,000
Total Projected Unrestricted Fund Balance 2,725,858
Fund Balance- % of Expenses 167%
City Reserve Policy Percentage 25%
NOTE: Difference between Accrual and Cash Basis Fund Balance is long-term assets and liabilities NOTE: Difference between Accrual and Cash Basis Surplus is as follows:

Depreciation 280,479.00
242 Principal payment on CREB debt service 45,000
Capital assets expensed 1,851,000
Interfund T/O's 103,675
Operating Expenses Reconciliation:

Fund 240 Operating Expenses 1,633,365
Revenues VS Expenditures
Fund Balance PER FY 22/23 Audited Financial Statements
Sewer Funds Summary
Revenues
No Significant Increase/Decrease
Expenses
Decrease in Energy Costs- $25k
Increase in Systems Repairs- $10k
Decrease in Chemicals- $11k
Decrease in Health Insurance to actual costs- $19k
Cash Basis
22/23 Budget has an anticipated deficit $523k
Fund Balance
167% of operations is extremely good
Operations differ from Total Expenditures
Solid Waste
Fiscal Year 2023-2024
SOLID WASTE FUND Approved Budget Projected Budget
FY 2023-2024 FY 2023-2024
Total Revenues and Transfers In 2,511,339 2,517,112
Total Expenditures and Transfers Out 2,137,967 2,137,967 Net Change in Fund Balance 373,372 379,145
Accrual Basis Cash Basis
634,962 362,438
Projected FY 23/24 Surplus/(Deficit) 379,145 379,145
Total Projected Fund Balance 1,014,107 741,583
Fund Balance- % of Expenses 35%
City Reserve Policy Percentage 25%
NOTE: Difference between Accrual and Cash Basis Fund Balance is long-term assets and liabilities Revenues VS Expenditures
Fund Balance PER FY 22/23 Audited Financial Statements
Solid Waste Fund Summary
Revenues and Expenses
Increase in Revenues for Investment Earnings &
Locking Lid Revenues- $6k
Cash Basis
22/23 Budget has an anticipated surplus of-
$379k
Fund Balance
 35%
Mid Year Budget Review Assumptions
Personnel: All vacant positions are budgeted
for the remaining 6 months of the year
Consultants: All current consulting contracts
will remain in effect. (QK, Yamabe & Horn,
Self Help, Michael Baker, etc.)

Chowchilla City CouncilMarch 12, 2024

Chowchilla City Council
March 12, 2024