AGENDA
City Council Meeting
Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall
130 S. 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, April 8, 2025
Closed Session: 3:00 p.m. | Open Session: 4:00 p.m.
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CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Jeff Troost
Council Members: Waseem Ahmed, Ray Barragan, John Chavez City staff and contract employees present will be recorded in the minutes.
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Additions and/or Deletions:
PUBLIC ADDRESS – CLOSED SESSION
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CLOSED SESSION – 3:00 PM
1. CONFERENCE WITH LEGAL COUNSEL – ANTICIPATED LITIGATION Significant Exposure to litigation pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9 (d) (2) or (3) Number of Cases: One case. See the attached correspondence with reference to litigation on page 5.
2. CONFERENCE WITH LABOR NEGOTIATORS
Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957.6
Agency Designated Representatives: City Administrator Rod Pruett Employee Organizations: City Office Employees Association, Chowchilla Police Officer Association, City Employees Association, Mid Management/Confidential Association, and Unrepresented Employees
City Council Meeting AGENDA April 8, 2025
OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM
CLOSED SESSION REPORT:
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION:
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1
1.1 Proclamation: Sexual Assault Awareness Month
1.2 Oaths of Office: Volunteer Firefighters Alexander Denny, Waleed Escheik, Isaac Garcia
PUBLIC ADDRESS
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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.
For discussion of any Consent Item, it 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 March 25, 2025, Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)
3.2 Consideration and Acceptance of the March 2025 Check Register Report (Williams)
3.3 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting Improvements and Authorizing Filing of the Notice of Completion for the Urban Runoff Management Project (Rogers)
3.4 Consideration and Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding of the Chowchilla Police Officers Association for the Period Covering July 1, 2025 Through June 30, 2028 (Pruett)
City Council Meeting AGENDA April 8, 2025
PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4
4.1 Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 2.04.110 – Council Salaries to Increase City Council Member Salaries to the Maximum Allowable Amount (Lerner)
DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6
6.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Approving Reimbursement Agreements, Designating Consultants, and Authorizing and Directing Certain Actions Related to the Proposed Formation of a Community Facilities District (Pruett)
6.2 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Accepting General Plan Annual Progress Report and Annual Housing Element Progress Report for the 2024 Year (Perea)
6.3 Presentation of Solid Waste, Water, Wastewater, and Storm Drainage Utility Analysis Report and Request Direction from Council on Initiating the Proposition 218 Process (Williams)
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
APR 12 EASTER EGG SCRAMBLE, ED RAY PARK, 9:30AM
APR 16 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5PM APR 22 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 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 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA, and made available for public review on this 3rd day of April 2025 at or before 5:30 pm.
Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk
April 8, 2025 City Council Meeting – 3pm Closed Session | 4pm Open Session
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From: Cheryl Salter
Sent: Tuesday, December 10, 2024 4:34 PM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>; Mary F. Lerner <[email protected]> Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>; David Salter Subject: Re: Chowchilla
sophospsmartba nnere nd
The FAA says their letter of determination has been issued. I have attached it for your reference. This letter says there is no hazard with the height of the buildings then notes that the warehouses are located in the RPZ zone. We are willing to accept final occupancy based on RPZ zoning restrictions including no storage of automobiles, no storing flammable liquids, no more than a congregation of people within these buildings. We are willing to indemnify against the extra risk of accidents affecting people or property on the ground. Those are the only issues brought up in this letter.
The FAA has said their letter stands. They will not be attending any meetings on this. You are the City Administrator of the City of Chowchilla. We are private citizens. We do not have the power to force a meeting. We have tried in good faith to set up a meeting going through John Duarte's office and David Roger's office. We need this to move forward. What are the next steps. You have the power to simply do the right thing and permit the buildings that the City of Chowchilla gave permits for, accepted building fees for, and allowed to be built.
This continuous cycle of meetings, CUP applications and refusal to take a step forward in any way is unfair to us as citizens and business owners in Chowchilla. We need to know what happens next. If your answer is nothing, we are ready to file a lawsuit and quit waiting.
David & Cheryl Salter
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Report
From: Taing, Anneliese M (FAA)
To: Rod Pruett
Cc: Jason Rogers
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Date: Thursday, February 27, 2025 2:39:47 PM
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Caution! This message was sent from outside your organization.
Rod,
The answer is no assembly of people inside the Approach/Departure RPZ. There is no modification to FAA design standards for the RPZ to allow for assembly of people.
The airport owner is required to have clear runway approaches and compatible Runway Protection Zones. To be clear, airport owner’s responsibilities related to acceptance of Federal Grants and the grant Assurances include:
•Grant Assurance 20 requires the airport owner to mitigate any identified Hazards to Air Navigation.
•Grant Assurance 21 states that the adjacent land must be compatible with the airport.
Airport owner must work this out locally and make sure zoning is compatible with the Federally obligated NPIAS airport. Accidents are highly likely due to the close proximity to the runway; I want you to be strongly aware of the risk. I know the City made a mistake in the past, but let’s fix this once and for all so it won’t come back to bite in the long run.
Please get back to me once an agreement has been reached.
Anneliese Taing
San Francisco Airports District Office
Federal Aviation Administration
2999 Oak Road, Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Tel 925-546-6451
From: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 1:28 PM
To: Taing, Anneliese M (FAA) <[email protected]> Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Anneliese,
We tried to use grant funds to purchase the buildings but the owner was not willing to sell the property at the appraised value because the buildings were deemed not usable. The real question at hand is would the FAA be willing to issue a different recommendation if there were any mitigating factors such as limited use and/or limited people allowed in the buildings.
Thank You,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
From: Taing, Anneliese M (FAA) <[email protected]> Sent: Wednesday, February 26, 2025 9:42 AM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Rod, Please also refer to Grant Assurance 20, Hazard Removal Mitigation, and Grant Assurance 21, Compatible Land Use, at https://www.faa.gov/airports/aip/grant_assurances. The airport owner is respons sophospsmartbannerend
Rod,
Please also refer to Grant Assurance 20, Hazard Removal Mitigation, and Grant Assurance 21, Compatible Land Use, at https://www.faa.gov/airports/aip/grant_assurances. The airport owner is responsible for any obstruction and hazard removal.
Anneliese Taing
San Francisco Airports District Office
Federal Aviation Administration
2999 Oak Road, Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Tel 925-546-6451
From: Taing, Anneliese M (FAA)
Sent: Monday, February 24, 2025 8:44 AM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Hi Rod,
The RPZ’s function is to enhance the protection of people and property on the ground. This is achieved through airport owner control over RPZs. Such control includes preventing the erection or creation of any new incompatible structures or places of public assembly (churches, schools, hospitals, office buildings, shopping centers, etc) and clearing any existing incompatible structures/activities. Control is typically exercised through the acquisition of sufficient property interest in the RPZ. Please see Advisory Circular 150/5190-4B Airport Land Use Compatability Planning for land acquisition techniques (Chapter 5 and paragraph 5.3). Whereas it is impracticable to acquire, an advisory is issued to warn and highly discourage users due to the potential risk/danger in the RPZ.
Hope this helps!
Respectfully,
Anneliese Taing
San Francisco Airports District Office
Federal Aviation Administration
2999 Oak Road, Suite 200
Walnut Creek, CA 94597
Tel 925-546-6451
From: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, February 20, 2025 9:51 AM
To: Taing, Anneliese M (FAA) <[email protected]> Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hi Anneliese,
We were told by William that your department might be one that could help us with an issue we have here in Chowchilla. The study mentioned in the subject line was requested by us because of a couple a buildings that are located in our RPZ. Here is a brief summary of how we are here.
The City erroneously gave the previous owner of the property building permits to construct the buildings
When it was discovered there was an issue because of the location of the buildings and being in the RPZ, the City did not issue the Certificate of Occupancy.
We were sued by the property owner and subsequently settled with them and paid an amount based on the reduced amount of the property value since the buildings could not be used
The new owner stated they were told they could use the buildings by my predecessor In reviewing with our legal department and after getting multiple Aeronautical studies done by FAA, it was determined to not allow them to use the buildings and the City had already paid for the mistake of letting them be built
The new property owner is stating that the determination in the study is not clearly saying it is not allowed, it is saying that since the property is not owned by the airport it can only strongly discourage using the buildings. It also mentions no more than a congregation of people and we were looking for guidance on what exactly that means Essentially, we are looking for clarification if FAA would allow any type of use of the buildings.
If it is just for storage and there is minimal people going in and out of it would that be OK? What kind of liability would that put the city in even if you said that was OK? The study is really for a determination of an airspace hazard which there is none but it does say it is strongly discouraged to use the buildings.
Anyways, that is a brief summary and we are looking for direction and would like to set up a meeting to discuss with you. I have attached the determination letter for your reference.
Thank You,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
From: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 1:31 PM
To: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>; Rod Pruett <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Here you guys go! [email protected] She is expecting you Respectfully, William “Willy” Wills Air Traffic Organization Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5) Airspace Specialist – Southern CA, P sophospsmartbannerend
Here you guys go! [email protected]
She is expecting you
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – Southern CA, PR, VI
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp? action=generalFAQs
4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document. information/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email:
[email protected]
From: Wills, William E (FAA)
Sent: Tuesday, February 18, 2025 3:27 PM
To: 'Jason Rogers' <[email protected]>; 'Rod Pruett' <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Gents,
I’ll try and be brief; I handle SoCal, I connected with you gentlemen on this issue when I was covering for my collogue vacation and Vivian back in December. So, here is where I still have fault in this absurd delay with getting you in touch with an ADO contact – I have been sending my requests to the LA ADO…………not the correct San Francisco ADO. I am pretty accustomed to using the LA ADO when I need that group.
I guess the LA ADO contacts I was trying to connect you with decided to not redirect me and ignore my requests.
There is no chance I promise anything here, but I did just before this message contact 2 ADO personnel in San Francisco.
My apologies. I look forward to getting this going for you guys. Thank you for your immense amount of patience!
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – Southern CA, PR, VI
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp? action=generalFAQs
4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document. information/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email:
[email protected]
From: Wills, William E (FAA)
Sent: Thursday, February 13, 2025 6:04 PM
To: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>; Rod Pruett <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Not a word. Resent again. I apologize for having to babysit this. Very frustrating Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – Southern CA, PR, VI
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp? action=generalFAQs
4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document. information/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email:
[email protected]
From: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, February 13, 2025 12:38 PM
To: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>; Rod Pruett <[email protected]> Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Good Morning William,
I just wanted to follow up on this regarding the ADO contact.
Respectfully,
Jason Rogers
Director of Public Works
City of Chowchilla
From: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Sent: Thursday, January 23, 2025 2:16 PM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Good afternoon gentlemen, I have 1 of the 2 IOU’s for you. This is the response I received - “The term “congregation of people” typically means anywhere people would gather or be concentrated. So occu sophospsmartbannerend
Good afternoon gentlemen,
I have 1 of the 2 IOU’s for you.
This is the response I received - “The term “congregation of people” typically means anywhere people would gather or be concentrated. So occupied buildings, parks, outdoor venues, parking lots swimming pool facilities, etc., would be considered structures that could result in congregations of people. Major roadways could also result in congregations of people due to heavy traffic.”
In reference to the ADO contact for you, I received no response from whom I believe should be the right person. That being said, I just messaged their manager. I would think that will get things moving along better.
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – Southern CA, PR, VI
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=generalFAQs 4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document.informati on/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email: [email protected] From: Wills, William E (FAA)
Sent: Friday, January 10, 2025 7:18 AM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Good morning gentlemen and happy Friday!
I have to apologize to you. I dropped the ball on getting this going. My contact at the Airports District Office (ADO) was reassigned and I didn’t follow through with the contact he provided.
That being said, thanks to you following up on this, I just now sent a message to that contact.
Sorry for not closing the loop on this. I will get you guys in touch with a POC at the ADO as soon as I establish that.
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – CA, IN, WV, PR, VI
Airspace Technician -ID
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=generalFAQs 4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document.informati on/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email: [email protected] From: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, January 8, 2025 3:08 PM
To: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hi William,
What about the information on the other department you mentioned that we should probably have a meeting with?
Thank You,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
From: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Sent: Tuesday, December 31, 2024 8:27 AM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Good morning gentlemen! Happy New Year! Immediately after our conversation I submitted a query in reference to the FAA definition of “congregation of people.” I have not received a response yet. Which sophospsmartbannerend
Good morning gentlemen! Happy New Year! Immediately after our conversation I submitted a query in reference to the FAA definition of “congregation of people.” I have not received a response yet. Which is not abnormal with the time of year and how far back in the queue my query is.
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – CA, IN, WV, PR, VI
Airspace Technician -ID
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=generalFAQs 4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document.informati on/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email: [email protected] From: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Sent: Monday, December 30, 2024 12:41 PM
To: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hi William,
Happy Holidays! Just wanted to follow up on trying to get a definition of a Congregation and the contact info for that other department that you thought might be able to provide more information.
Thank You,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
From: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 18, 2024 10:27 AM
To: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: RE: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE Hi Rod, My apologies for the in my response. I was out the first 10 days of December and am playing a big game of catch-up here. Meeting commitments I have for the remainder of the week that are block sophospsmartbannerend
Hi Rod,
My apologies for the in my response. I was out the first 10 days of December and am playing a big game of catch-up here.
Meeting commitments I have for the remainder of the week that are blocked off – Tomorrow 1030- 1130 and 1400-1530 (Chicago time), Friday is open right now all day.
See what works for your schedule and send me an invite.
Respectfully,
William “Willy” Wills
Air Traffic Organization
Obstruction Evaluation Group (AJV-A5)
Airspace Specialist – CA, IN, WV, PR, VI
Airspace Technician -ID
Office: 847-294-7572
Email: [email protected]
1) To see if your structure is required to file with FAA, please go to:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/gisTools/gisAction.jsp? action=showNoNoticeRequiredToolForm
2) OEAAA.faa.gov Filing Instructions: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/instructions.jsp 3) General FAQs: https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/searchAction.jsp?action=generalFAQs 4) DOT/FAA Obstruction Marking & Lighting Advisory Circular (AC 70/7460-1M):
https://www.faa.gov/regulations_policies/advisory_circulars/index.cfm/go/document.informati on/documentID/1030047
5) LIGHT OUTAGE REPORTING:
https://oeaaa.faa.gov/oeaaa/external/content/lightOutageReporting.jsp 6) Helpdesk (System Issues/Support): 202-580-7500/Email: [email protected] From: Rod Pruett <[email protected]>
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 5:36 PM
To: Wills, William E (FAA) <[email protected]>
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: FW: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE CAUTION: This email originated from outside of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). Do not click on links or open attachments unless you recognize the sender and know the content is safe.
Hi William,
I received an out of office for Vivian that listed your contact information. Please let me know if we are able to schedule a virtual meeting to discuss.
Than kYou,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
From: Rod Pruett
Sent: Wednesday, December 11, 2024 3:20 PM
To: [email protected]
Cc: Jason Rogers <[email protected]>
Subject: Aeronautical Study Number 2023-AWP-14888-OE
Hi Vivian,
I was wondering if it would be possible to have a Zoom meeting to discuss this study and the your Determination Letter. It would not take long but there is language that says FAA can’t say the use of the building is prohibited because the airport doesn’t own the property but rather FAA strongly discourages it. The owner of the property and buildings is taking this to mean they can use the buildings while the City sees this recommendation as they should not and could open us up to liability. There is question about what constitutes a congregation? If there are a limited amount of people, whatever that may be, would the FAA be OK with that? Please let me know if a quick Zoom meeting would be an option to discuss these items.
Thank You,
Rod C. Pruett, CPA
City Administrator
City of Chowchilla
(559) 665-8615 ext 100
Item 3.1
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TO RETURN TO
THE AGENDA
MINUTES
City Council Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall 130 S. 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, March 25, 2025
Open Session: 4:00 p.m.
CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Jeff Troost
Council Members: Waseem Ahmed (absent), Ray Barragan (absent), John Chavez City staff and contract employees present: City Administrator Pruett (remotely), City Attorney Mary Lerner, Police Chief Jeff Palmer, Fire Chief Fred Gaumnitz, Public Works Director Jason Rogers, Community & Economic Development Director Jaime Quintana, 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: None.
OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION: Pastor Pruett
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1
PUBLIC ADDRESS
No one spoke.
COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2
2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS
Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc
Council Member Chavez attended the League of California Cities Central Division Quarterly meeting with the City Administrator and the New Community Development Director Quintana.
Mayor Pro Tem Troost attended the FFA Beers and Brats fundraising dinner.
Mayor Smith also attended the Chowchilla FFA Beers and Brats fundraiser, plus the Chowchilla Girls Softball opener.
2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
Police Chief Palmer went over departmental stats since last council meeting, discussed recent public safety incidents, and reported on the now completed encrypted radio project.
City Council Meeting MINUTES March 25, 2025
Fire Chief Gaumnitz reported on a grant application specific to his department.
Public Works Director Rogers reported that Caltrans sent us the 60% design plans for the SR 233/Robertson Blvd CAPM project for review and comment last week. Robertson Beautification Project has experienced scheduling delays. The anchor bolts and poles for the flashing beacons and pedestrian push buttons are being held up by the pole supplier until they get source inspected by Caltrans. We are working with them to expedite this process so that the contractor can complete the remaining work. He attended a League of CA Cities Public Works Officers Conference last week; many good sessions and hope to implement some of the stuff that was learned. City staff is working with Mid Valley Disposal this week on the annual Curbside Cleanup event that ends on the 28th. For a list of items that can be disposed, visit the City’s website. And finally, his department have hired two Wastewater OITs that will be starting April 14th pending medical and background. This brings us to three total positions and wastewater almost fully staffed.
Community & Economic Development Director Quintana attended the League of California Cities Central Division Quarterly meeting.
Deputy Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Wisener reported on the Easter event preparation; assisting sports leagues with fields, reported on upcoming recruitment.
City Clerk McClendon reminded those who file FPPC Form 700’s of the April 1 deadline to submit.
CONSENT CALENDAR – Section 3
3.1 Approval of the March 11, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)
3.2 Consideration and Acceptance of the February 2025 Financials Report (Williams)
3.3 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution (17-25) Declaring the Existence of a Public Nuisance by Virtue of Certain Weed Growth (Gaumnitz)
3.4 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution (18-25) Accepting the Improvements and Authorizing Filing of the Notice of Completion for the Design/Build: Fire Station Expansion and Renovation Project, Phase 2 (Rogers) Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Troost, Seconded by Council Member Chavez to Approve the Consent Calendar as Presented. Motion passed with Council Members Ahmed and Barragan absent.
PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4
DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
5.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution (19-25) Awarding Contract for Emergency Services Communication Tower at Edward Ray Park and Authorizing the City Administrator or Designee to Execute Related Documents and Amending the 204/25 Fiscal Year Budget (Rogers)
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Troost, Seconded by Council Member Chavez to Approve City Council Resolution #19-25, Awarding Contract for Emergency Services Communication Tower at Edward Ray Park and Authorizing the City Administrator or Designee to Execute Related Documents and City Council Meeting MINUTES March 25, 2025
Amending the 204/25 Fiscal Year Budget. Motion passed with Council Members Ahmed and Barragan absent.
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6
6.1 Consideration and Approval of a Minute Order Authorizing the City Administrator or Designee to Issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) and Execute all Implicated Documentation for Pre-Application and Application to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant for the Runway Rehabilitation Project (Rogers)
Motion by Council Member Chavez, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Troost to Approve a Minute Order Authorizing the City Administrator or Designee to Issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) and Execute all Implicated Documentation for Pre-Application and Application to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for an Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grant for the Runway Rehabilitation Project. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Members Barragan and Ahmed absent.
6.2 Consideration of an Appointment to the Planning Commission (McClendon) Motion by Council Member Chavez, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Troost to Appoint Michael Wallen to the Planning Commission. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Members Ahmed and Barragan absent.
ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
APR 4 CHOWCHILLA FAIR DINNER
APR 8 GOAL SETTING MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 2PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 4PM
APR 12 CITY EASTER EGG-STRAVAGANZA EVENT
APR 16 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5PM
ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smith Adjourned the March 25, 2025 Regular City Council Meeting at 4:26 p.m.
ATTEST: APPROVED:
Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk Mayor Kelly Smith
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 3.2
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TO RETURN TO
THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
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 March 2025.
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: 03/01/2025 - 03/31/2025
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Date
Bank Account: 200650906 - General Tricounties Bank
03/04/2025 69047 Blazer Exhibits & Events Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,143.66 03/06/2025 69048 Karen Billingsley Utility Billing Outstanding Check -70.57 03/06/2025 69049 Misty Lopez Amaya Utility Billing Outstanding Check -40.00 03/07/2025 69050 American Fidelity Assurance Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,390.56 03/07/2025 69051 American Fidelity Assurance (Flex) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -274.99 03/07/2025 69052 AT & T CALNET Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,439.96 03/07/2025 69053 AutoZone Parts, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -132.62 03/07/2025 69054 Avison Construction, INC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -37,423.57 03/07/2025 69055 Blue Shield of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -82,475.77 03/07/2025 69056 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -288.80 03/07/2025 69057 California Chamber of Commerce Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -439.74 03/07/2025 69058 CDCE Incorporated Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -14,903.49 03/07/2025 69059 Chowchilla District Chamber of Commerce Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,500.00 03/07/2025 69060 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -43.20 03/07/2025 69061 Department of Resources Recycling and Recovery (CalRecycle) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -15,076.60 03/07/2025 69062 Diede Construction, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -95.00 03/07/2025 69063 Ewing Irrigation Products Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,870.76 03/07/2025 69064 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -60.66 03/07/2025 69065 Fastenal Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -16.38 03/07/2025 69066 Grainger Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -67.97 03/07/2025 69067 Granite Construction Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -218,506.43 03/07/2025 69068 Jason Rogers Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -646.80 03/07/2025 69069 Lozano Smith, LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -30,568.64 03/07/2025 69070 Madera Concrete Company, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,739.00 03/07/2025 69071 Madera Tribune Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -107.25 03/07/2025 69072 Mark Angel Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -624.98 03/07/2025 69073 Metro Uniform of Merced Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 2,590.88 03/07/2025 69073 Metro Uniform of Merced Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,590.88 03/07/2025 69074 Metropolitan Transportation Commission Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,000.00 03/07/2025 69075 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,936.70 03/07/2025 69076 Occupational Health Centers of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -496.00 03/07/2025 69077 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,110.42 03/07/2025 69078 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -807.93 03/07/2025 69079 Price Paige & Company CPA's LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -27,803.00 03/07/2025 69080 Principal Life Insurance Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,230.99 03/07/2025 69081 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -160.40 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date
03/07/2025 69082 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -33,315.92 03/07/2025 69083 Railworks Track Systems LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -215.00 03/07/2025 69084 Rich Restorations LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,989.29 03/07/2025 69085 Rick Manuel Medeiros Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -600.00 03/07/2025 69086 Rod Pruett Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -230.00 03/07/2025 69087 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -117.84 03/07/2025 69088 Self Help Enterprises Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -149.75 03/07/2025 69089 The Sherwin-Williams Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -432.77 03/07/2025 69090 T-Mobile USA Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -344.65 03/07/2025 69091 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,745.09 03/07/2025 69092 USA BlueBook Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,147.67 03/07/2025 69093 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,520.27 03/07/2025 69094 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -346.16 03/07/2025 69095 Waseem Ahmed Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -395.20 03/07/2025 69096 Zoom Imaging Solutions, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -302.46 03/10/2025 64761 Estevan Martinez Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 51.00 03/10/2025 65329 Kelly Smith Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 2.62 03/10/2025 65337 MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Soluctins, LLC Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 231.00 03/10/2025 65514 Daniel Denny Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 51.00 03/10/2025 65734 Jeffery Palmer Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 259.00 03/10/2025 65737 Kelby Grissom Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 51.00 03/10/2025 65889 Daniel Beaird Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 51.00 03/10/2025 66787 Safety-Kleen Systems Inc. Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 288.68 03/10/2025 66999 Ray Barragan Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 326.12 03/10/2025 67456 Janae Lacey Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 0.91 03/10/2025 67522 Nicholas Palmer Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 206.50 03/10/2025 68272 Daniel Denny Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 51.00 03/10/2025 69097 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -263.53 03/10/2025 69098 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -903.00 03/10/2025 69099 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 03/10/2025 69100 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -150.00 03/10/2025 69101 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -110.00 03/10/2025 69102 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -119.00 03/10/2025 69103 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 03/10/2025 69104 Madera County Sheriff Civil Division Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -825.69 03/10/2025 69105 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -257.26 03/13/2025 69106 David Gilstrap Utility Billing Outstanding Check -104.53 03/13/2025 69107 Cedars Business Services LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -48,352.24 03/13/2025 69108 Renee/Tom Johnson Marsh Utility Billing Outstanding Check -424.45 03/14/2025 69109 Luis Mota Utility Billing Outstanding Check -145.77 03/14/2025 69110 Browning Contractors Inc. Utility Billing Outstanding Check -914.39 03/14/2025 69111 Gavin Celedon & Sienna Sandlin Utility Billing Outstanding Check -250.00 03/17/2025 69112 Daniel Beaird Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -51.00 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date
03/17/2025 69113 Janae Lacey Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -0.91 03/17/2025 69114 Jeffery Palmer Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -259.00 03/17/2025 69115 Kelby Grissom Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -51.00 03/17/2025 69116 Kelly Smith Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2.62 03/17/2025 69117 Nicholas Palmer Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -206.50 03/19/2025 69118 A1 Surveillance Systems LLC. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,295.37 03/19/2025 69119 AFLAC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -926.84 03/19/2025 69120 Alert-O-Lite Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -232.95 03/19/2025 69121 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -106.29 03/19/2025 69122 AT & T CALNET Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -572.42 03/19/2025 69123 AutoZone Parts, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -38.01 03/19/2025 69124 Blazer Exhibits & Events Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,204.43 03/19/2025 69125 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -110.80 03/19/2025 69126 Chowchilla-Madera County Fair Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -450.00 03/19/2025 69127 City of Fresno Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -144.00 03/19/2025 69128 Clarion Events Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,946.00 03/19/2025 69129 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -246.28 03/19/2025 69130 Crazy Ant Pest Control Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -90.00 03/19/2025 69131 Daniel Beaird Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -92.00 03/19/2025 69132 David Burnett Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -92.00 03/19/2025 69133 David Burnett Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -115.00 03/19/2025 69134 De Lage Landen Financial Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,693.26 03/19/2025 69135 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -261.00 03/19/2025 69136 Department of Transportation Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,058.41 03/19/2025 69137 Enterprise Fleet Management, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -13,168.08 03/19/2025 69138 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -34.96 03/19/2025 69139 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -422.62 03/19/2025 69140 FunFlicks Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,328.28 03/19/2025 69141 Granite Construction Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -132,687.60 03/19/2025 69142 Grover Landscape Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -12,945.00 03/19/2025 69143 Interstate Battery of Fresno Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -505.00 03/19/2025 69144 JMP Office Technologies Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -588.00 03/19/2025 69145 Joshua Cobb Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -92.00 03/19/2025 69146 Law & Associates Investigations Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,600.00 03/19/2025 69147 Mace Pest Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 03/19/2025 69148 Mallory Safety and Supply, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,699.51 03/19/2025 69149 Medvetta Financial Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -137.50 03/19/2025 69150 Metro Uniform of Merced Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,401.45 03/19/2025 69151 Michael Baker International Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -640.00 03/19/2025 69152 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,758.17 03/19/2025 69153 MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Soluctins, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -588.00 03/19/2025 69154 NBS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,500.00 03/19/2025 69155 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -499.96 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date
03/19/2025 69156 O'Reilly Auto Parts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -385.53 03/19/2025 69157 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -144.22 03/19/2025 69158 Phoenix Group Information Systems Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -639.56 03/19/2025 69159 Platt Electrical Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -163.89 03/19/2025 69160 Price Paige & Company CPA's LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -24,100.00 03/19/2025 69161 Proforce Law Enforcement Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,981.25 03/19/2025 69162 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -98.62 03/19/2025 69163 Purl's Sheet Metal & Air Conditioning Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -612.45 03/19/2025 69164 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -23,850.19 03/19/2025 69165 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 03/19/2025 69166 Quadient Finance USA, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,000.00 03/19/2025 69167 Quadient Leasing USA, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -690.75 03/19/2025 69168 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -9,910.60 03/19/2025 69169 Rod Pruett Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -256.00 03/19/2025 69170 San Joaquin Valley Unified Air Pollution Control District Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -290.00 03/19/2025 69171 Southern Tire Mart LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,096.02 03/19/2025 69172 Sparkletts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5.99 03/19/2025 69173 Specialized Utility Services Program Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,715.00 03/19/2025 69174 Superior Pool Products, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,770.99 03/19/2025 69175 Swank Motion Pictures, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,460.00 03/19/2025 69176 Technicon Engineering Services, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,658.50 03/19/2025 69177 The Radar Shop Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,313.00 03/19/2025 69178 Toshiba Financial Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -381.72 03/19/2025 69179 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,374.49 03/19/2025 69180 US Post Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,841.95 03/19/2025 69181 Valley Animal Hospital of Merced Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -200.00 03/19/2025 69182 Van De Pol Petroleum Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 14,777.41 03/19/2025 69182 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -14,777.41 03/19/2025 69183 Verizon Wireless Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,508.61 03/19/2025 69184 Vision Service Plan - (CA) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -705.86 03/19/2025 69185 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -864.50 03/24/2025 69195 Jordan Carlton Utility Billing Outstanding Check -186.25 03/25/2025 69186 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,008.91 03/25/2025 69187 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -860.00 03/25/2025 69188 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 03/25/2025 69189 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -150.00 03/25/2025 69190 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -110.00 03/25/2025 69191 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -134.00 03/25/2025 69192 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 03/25/2025 69193 Madera County Sheriff Civil Division Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -817.75 03/25/2025 69194 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -101.32 03/25/2025 69197 Sharandeep & Gurjant Dhaliwal Utility Billing Outstanding Check -50.40 03/26/2025 64563 James Dewall Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 85.00 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date
03/26/2025 66677 Ron Peter Mikulaco Reversal Accounts Payable Outstanding Check Reversal 1.00 03/27/2025 69196 Blanquita Esquivez Utility Billing Outstanding Check -197.71 03/27/2025 69198 2-A's Contracting Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,521.41 03/27/2025 69199 Aanonson Sprinkler Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -55.54 03/27/2025 69200 Alert-O-Lite Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -972.09 03/27/2025 69201 Alliant Insurance Service Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,261.00 03/27/2025 69202 American Fidelity Assurance Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,390.56 03/27/2025 69203 American Fidelity Assurance (Flex) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -274.99 03/27/2025 69204 Anderson Pump Co Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,227.50 03/27/2025 69205 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -95.59 03/27/2025 69206 AutoZone Parts, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -24.34 03/27/2025 69207 Badger Meter Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -672.55 03/27/2025 69208 Blue Shield of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -88,195.96 03/27/2025 69209 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -957.80 03/27/2025 69210 Califitness Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,002.99 03/27/2025 69211 Central SJVRMA Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -215,404.00 03/27/2025 69212 Central Valley Concrete, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -888.27 03/27/2025 69213 City of Madera Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,850.00 03/27/2025 69214 County of Madera Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -20.00 03/27/2025 69215 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -351.00 03/27/2025 69216 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,938.50 03/27/2025 69217 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 03/27/2025 69218 Ferguson Enterprises, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.47 03/27/2025 69219 Grainger Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,721.92 03/27/2025 69220 Grover Landscape Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,318.00 03/27/2025 69221 Home Depot Credit Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,011.61 03/27/2025 69222 Ingraham Trophies Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -37.47 03/27/2025 69223 James Dewall Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -85.00 03/27/2025 69224 Julie Kristine Ortiz- Rocha Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -375.00 03/27/2025 69225 League of California Cities Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,997.00 03/27/2025 69226 Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,830.00 03/27/2025 69227 Liebert Cassidy Whitmore Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -6,596.00 03/27/2025 69228 Loretta Donato- Roberts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -270.00 03/27/2025 69229 Lozano Smith, LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -26,924.62 03/27/2025 69230 Mace Pest Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -90.00 03/27/2025 69231 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -151,097.10 03/27/2025 69232 MidAmerica Administrative & Retirement Soluctins, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -231.00 03/27/2025 69233 Motorola Solutions, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -7,513.90 03/27/2025 69234 Municipal Maintenance Equipment Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,514.95 03/27/2025 69235 MuniServices LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,173.39 03/27/2025 69236 NBS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,065.75 03/27/2025 69237 Occupational Health Centers of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -248.00 03/27/2025 69238 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -559.13 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Issued
Date
03/27/2025 69239 OpenGov, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -19,845.00 03/27/2025 69240 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,921.98 03/27/2025 69241 Principal Life Insurance Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,173.20 03/27/2025 69242 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -825.34 03/27/2025 69243 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -59,366.20 03/27/2025 69244 R & R Pool Service Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -130.00 03/27/2025 69245 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -331.37 03/27/2025 69246 Ron Peter Mikulaco Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1.00 03/27/2025 69247 Ronnie Bass Welding Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -809.69 03/27/2025 69248 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,072.71 03/27/2025 69249 Safety-Kleen Systems Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -287.60 03/27/2025 69250 Self Help Enterprises Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -675.00 03/27/2025 69251 SHI International Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,773.88 03/27/2025 69252 Superior Pool Products, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,790.99 03/27/2025 69253 Technicon Engineering Services, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,887.00 03/27/2025 69254 Trianagle Rock Products/Vulcan Materials Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -983.48 03/27/2025 69255 Trinette Martinez Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -65.10 03/27/2025 69256 Turner's Towing Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -423.00 03/27/2025 69257 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,314.70 03/27/2025 69258 USA BlueBook Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,928.90 03/27/2025 69259 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -15,957.10 03/27/2025 69260 West Coast Pet Memorial Service Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -313.88 03/27/2025 69261 Zim Industries Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -528,936.25 Bank Account 200650906 Total: (231) -2,107,844.96
Bank Account: 200695379 - Payroll-Tri Counties
03/07/2025 628 628 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
03/07/2025 03/06/2025 629 629 Payroll Cleared Check 0.00 03/07/2025 630 630 Payroll Outstanding Check -210.61
03/07/2025 631 631 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
03/21/2025 632 632 Payroll Outstanding Check -4,010.59
03/21/2025 633 633 Payroll Outstanding Check -1,543.66
Bank Account 200695379 Total: (6) -6,333.66
Report Total: (237) -2,114,178.62
Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Summary
Bank Account Count Amount
200650906 General Tricounties Bank 231 -2,107,844.96
200695379 Payroll-Tri Counties 6 -6,333.66
Report Total: 237 -2,114,178.62
Cash Account Count Amount
**No Cash Account** 5 0.00
999 999-0100-0215 Cash In Bank 227 -2,107,844.96
999 999-0100-0216 Cash In Bank (Payroll) 5 -6,333.66
Report Total: 237 -2,114,178.62
Transaction Type Count Amount
Check 221 -2,133,202.74
Check Reversal 16 19,024.12
Report Total: 237 -2,114,178.62
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Item 3.3
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Resolution Accepting the Improvements and Authorizing Filing of the Notice of Completion for the Urban Runoff Management Project
PREPARED BY: Noel Azevedo, Administrative Analyst
APPROVED BY: Jason Rogers, Director of Public Works
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution
REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☐ RECOMMENDATION:
City Council adopt a resolution accepting the improvements and authorizing filing of the Notice of Completion for the Urban Runoff Management Project.
BACKGROUND:
On November 28, 2023, the City of Chowchilla entered into a construction services agreement with Rolfe Construction, Inc. with project work to include:
1. Install a minimum of six thousand six hundred (6,600) linear feet of storm drain, a minimum of twenty (20 manholes/junctions, and a minimum of six (6) catch basin inlets.
2. Install a minimum of one (1) diversion structure with a minimum design flow rate of six (6) cubic feet per second.
3. Install a minimum of one (1) hydrodynamic separator with a minimum design flow rate of six (6) cubic feet per second.
4. Install a minimum of one (1) subsurface infiltration gallery with a minimum design storage capacity of sixty-one thousand (61,000) cubic feet.
5. Install a minimum of five hundred (500) square feet of rain gardens.
6. Install a minimum of seven (7) trees and restore a minimum of twenty thousand (20,000) square feet of park turf.
As authorized by City Council, construction was started by Rolfe Construction, Inc shortly thereafter and was completed by 3/26/2025.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The Contractor, Rolfe Construction, Inc., has completed the work required for the Project. The total cost of construction with Rolfe Construction is $3,381,079. The City’s Public Works Department has inspected the improvements required by the Project and all of the improvements have been completed. The City must accept the improvements and file the Notice of Completion in order to close out the Project.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The project budget and final project costs are as follows:
Project Available Funding and Budget
Description Funding
Grant: Prop 1 $3,954,635.00
Storm Water Fund, 5% Match requirement $ 208,139.00
TOTAL AVAILABLE FUNDING $4,162,774.00
Budget
Planning/Engineering $ 281,199.00
Construction Costs $3,290,146.00
Contingency $ 130,299.00
CM/Inspection/Testing $ 461,130.00
TOTAL $4,162,774.00
Construction costs for the project and final funding allocations are as follows:
Final Project Closeout
Description Final Closeout Cost
Construction $3,290,146.00
Change Orders $ 90,933.00
Planning/Engineering/CM/Inspection/Testing $ 756,130.00 TOTAL $4,137,209.00
Description Funding
Grant: Prop 1 $3,954,635.00
Storm Water Fund, 5% Match requirement $ 208,139.00
TOTAL AVAILABLE FUNDING $4,137,209.00
FUNDING SURPLUS / (DEFICIT) $ 25,565.00
ALTERNATIVES:
None.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
1. Filing of Notice of Completion with Madera County Recorder.
2. Release retention in the amount of $169,053.97 to Rolfe Construction, Inc. after 35-day retention holding period.
3. Closeout of Proposition 1 Grant with the CA State Water Resources Control Board COUNCIL RESOLUTION # XX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA
ACCEPTING IMPROVEMENTS AND AUTHORIZING FILING OF THE NOTICE OF COMPLETION
FOR THE URBAN RUNOFF MANAGEMENT PROJECT
WHEREAS, Rolfe Construction, Inc., has completed the work for the Urban Runoff Management Project; and
WHEREAS, the City’s Public Works Inspector has inspected the improvements required by the City and all improvements required by the City have been completed; and WHEREAS, the Director of Public Works recommends acceptance of the Urban Runoff Management Project and requests City Council to authorize the Director of Public Works to record the Notice of Completion for the Project.
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. City Council accepts the Urban Runoff Management Project.
3. Authorization to record the Notice of Completion.
4. The Finance Department is authorized to release retention to Rolfe Construction, Inc.
5. This resolution is effective immediately upon adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 8th day of April, 2025 by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:
Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
130 S Second Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Telephone: (559) 665-8615 www.CityOfChowchilla.org
Item 3.4
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THE AGENDA
The Chowchilla Police Officer Association Memorandum of Understanding for the period covering July 1, 2025 through June 30, 2028 will be available at the time of the meeting.
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Item 4.1
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
AGENDA SECTION: Public Hearing
SUBJECT: Presentation, Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Amending Section 2.04.110 of the Chowchilla Municipal Code to Increase City Council Member Salaries to the Maximum Allowable Amount
PREPARED BY: City Attorney
ATTACHMENTS: Proposed Ordinance
REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☐ RECOMMENDATION:
That City Council receive staff presentation and introduction of the proposed Ordinance and its findings and set the Ordinance for adoption at the next regular meeting.
BACKGROUND:
The current salary for City Councilmembers is three hundred dollars ($300) per month. This amount has remained unchanged for many years and is significantly below the maximum amount authorized by state law for cities with populations under thirty-five thousand (35,000).
California Government Code section 36516 establishes the statutory framework for City Council compensation. For cities with populations up to thirty-five thousand (35,000), which includes the City of Chowchilla with its population under twenty thousand (20,000), state law authorizes City Councilmember salaries up to nine hundred fifty dollars ($950) per month.
The City Council has expressed its desire to increase City Council compensation to this maximum allowable amount. Since Chowchilla is a general law city, the increase for council members would go into effect following the next regular election in November 2026. However, directly elected Mayors (such as Chowchilla’s) and Charter City councils are eligible to have increases go into effect during current terms.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The proposed increase represents an additional annual cost of $39,000 from the General Fund.
ATTACHMENTS:
Proposed Ordinance Amending Section 2.04.110 of the Chowchilla Municipal Code 1 ORDINANCE # XXX-25
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA AMENDING SECTION 2.04.110 OF THE CHOWCHILLA MUNICIPAL CODE
WHEREAS, the current salary for City of Chowchilla (“City”) Councilmembers is three hundred dollars ($300) per month; and
WHEREAS, California Government Code section 36516 (a)(2)(A) authorizes cities with a population up to and including thirty-five thousand (35,000) people to establish City Councilmember salaries up to nine hundred fifty dollars ($950) per month; and WHEREAS, the City has a population of less than twenty thousand (20,000), placing it within this population category; and
WHEREAS, the current compensation of three hundred dollars ($300) per month is substantially below the maximum amount permitted by state law and has not been adjusted for many years; and
WHEREAS, the City Council desires to increase City Councilmember compensation to the maximum allowable amount; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that this increase is necessary and appropriate to ensure fair compensation for the services provided by the City Councilmembers to the community.
NOW, THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
SECTION 1. Section 2.04.110 (“Council salaries–Established”) of Chapter 2.04 (“City Council”) of Title 2 (“Administration and Personnel”) of the City Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
“2.04.110 - Council salaries—Established.
Each member of the city council shall receive a salary in the amount of nine hundred and fifty dollars per month as prescribed in section 36516 of the California Government Code for cities up to and including thirty-five thousand (35,000) in population. Following any amendments to the Government Code that permits an increase or requires a decrease in the salary to councilmembers, this section shall be amended to reflect the maximum amount of compensation permitted under the California law. Provided, however, that the salary as so increased shall become effective as to all members only on and after the date upon which one or more members of the council become eligible therefor by virtue of beginning a new term of office following the next succeeding general municipal election held in the city.
SECTION 2. 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. 2 SECTION 3. EFFECTIVE DATE. This Ordinance shall take effect and be in force thirty (30) days from and after its final passage.
SECTION 4. 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 8th day of April 2025.
PASSED AND ADOPTED, by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla at a Regular Meeting held this _____ day of ________ 2025, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAINED:
ABSENT:
___________________________________
Kelly Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:
______________________________________
Joann McClendon, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:
Lozano Smith Attorneys at Law
______________________________________
Mary Lerner, City Attorney
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Item 6.1
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
AGENDA SECTION: New Business
SUBJECT: A RESOLUTION APPROVING REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENTS,
DESIGNATING CONSULTANTS, AND AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING
CERTAIN ACTIONS RELATED TO THE PROPOSED FORMATION OF A
COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
PREPARED BY: Rod Pruett, City Administrator
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution, Reimbursement Agreements
REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☐ RECOMMENDATION:
That the City Council approve the attached Resolutions approving reimbursement agreements, designating consultants, and authorizing and directing certain actions related to the proposed formation of a Community Facilities District.
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”). 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. CFD 2006-1 has a remaining bonding authority of $41,385,000.
The rate and method of apportionment of special taxes (“RMA”) within CFD 2006-1 has been a point of contention with property owners in CFD 2006-1 for a number of years and development of certain property within CFD 2006-1 has been stagnant due to unintended effects of the RMA.
For the last six years, the City has been working with its Area 1 of CFD 2006-1 in a manner that benefits all interested parties.
After extensive discussions with stakeholders, including property owners in CFD 2006-1, the City intends to pursue the formation of a new Community Facilities District (“CFD 2025-2”) that will replace CFD 2006-
1. A resolution formally commencing proceedings to form CFD 2025-2 will be presented to the City Council for consideration at a later date, and will be followed by a Public Hearing. The intention of CFD 2025-2 is to eliminate the unused bonding authority of CFD 2006-1, lower special tax levies on property owners within CFD 2006-1, and to issue new special tax bonds, the proceeds of which are to be used to redeem the outstanding 2007 Bonds.
In February 2024 the City placed the refunding of CFD 2006-1 on the ballot for the registered voters within the boundaries of the CFD. There were 4 Yes and 3 No votes. Unfortunately, a 2/3 margin is required to pass so the refunding was not approved. Due to the benefits to the City, property owners and registered voters, the City desires to bring it back to the voters for approval.
There are certain non-contingent costs required to pursue the formation of CFD 2025-2 that are estimated in the amount of $121,000. AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”) and Rancho Calera, LLC (“Rancho Calera”) are owners of a portion of the property in CFD No. 2006-1 and have agreed to advance funds to the City to cover these costs. If CFD 2025-2 is formed AutoZone and Rancho Calera shall be reimbursed from the proceeds of special tax bonds that are issued to redeem the 2007 Bonds, subject to the attached Deposit Reimbursement Agreement.
The purpose of the attached resolution is to authorize the City Administrator to execute the attached Reimbursement Agreements with AutoZone and Rancho Calera.
The Resolution also designates NBS Government Finance Group as Special Tax Consultant and Wulff, Hansen & Co as Municipal Advisor, each in connection with the formation of CFD 2025-2.
Furthermore, the Resolution authorizes and directs City Staff to take all actions necessary or advisable to present to the City Council for its review and consideration the proceedings necessary to form CFD 2025-
2. The passage of the Resolution in no way obligates the City Council to take any specific action related to the formation of CFD 2025-2.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Utilizing the reimbursement agreements will allow the City to offset the upfront costs of forming CFD 2025-
2. If the voters approve and the bonds are issued, all cost will be reimbursed per the reimbursement agreement.
FISCAL IMPACT:
With these reimbursement agreements with AutoZone and Rancho Calera, there is no fiscal impact to the City.
ALTERNATIVES:
Alternatively, the City Council may elect to pay the $121,000 in formation costs from City funds, subject to reimbursement from the proceeds of bonds.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
City Staff will bring to the City Council at a later date specific actions related to the formation of CFD 2025-
2. COUNCIL RESOLUTION # XX-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA
APPROVING REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENTS, DESIGNATING CONSULTANTS, AND
AUTHORIZING AND DIRECTING CERTAIN ACTIONS RELATED TO THE PROPOSED
FORMATION OF A COMMUNITY FACILITIES DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the City Council of the City of Chowchilla (the “City”) has the authority to form a community facilities district under the provisions of the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended, constituting Section 53311 et. seq. of the California Government Code (the “Act”); and
WHEREAS, the City Council is considering the formation of a new community facilities district pursuant to the Act, to be known as the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) (“CFD No. 2025-2”) and to issue special tax bonds for CFD No. 2025-2 to refund outstanding bonds of the City’s CFD No. 2006-1 (the “2007 Bonds, and to otherwise continue to provide the funding of municipal services that were originally authorized to be funded by CFD No. 2006-1; and
WHEREAS, AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”) and Rancho Calera, LLC (“Rancho Calera”) are owners of a portion of the property in CFD No. 2006-1, and will each benefit from the dissolution and replacement of CFD No. 2006-1 by reason of the expected lower special taxes if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed and special tax bonds are issued to defease and redeem the outstanding 2007 Bonds; and
WHEREAS, there is hereby presented two Reimbursement Agreements (the “Agreements”) whereby AutoZone and Rancho Calera have agreed, respectively, to pay certain costs related to the formation of the CFD No. 2025-2 and other related costs by depositing with the City funds for such costs; and
WHEREAS, the City Council now desires to approve the Agreements, authorize execution by the City Administrator of the Agreements, employ certain consultants necessary for the formation of the CFD No. 2025-2, and authorize and direct City staff to take actions necessary to present to the City Council for consideration the proceedings required to form the CFD No. 2025-2.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds, determines and declares the following:
1. City Council hereby approves the Agreements in the forms presented at this meeting. The City Administrator is hereby authorized to execute the Agreements with such changes therein, deletions therefrom, and additions thereto as the City Administrator shall approve, subject to the advice of the City Attorney. The City Administrator is hereby authorized and directed to accept the Deposit (as such term is defined in each of the Agreements) from each of AutoZone and Rancho Calera, and to use such Deposits in the manner contemplated by the Agreements.
2. The firm of NBS Government Finance Group is hereby designated as Special Tax Consultant to the City and the firm of Wulff, Hansen & Co., is hereby designated as Municipal Advisor to the City in connection with the formation of the CFD No. 2025-2. To the extent necessary, the City Administrator is hereby authorized and directed to execute agreements with such firms for their services in connection with CFD No. 2025-2. It is expected that the compensation to such firms with respect to the CFD No. 2025-2 will be paid from the funds received pursuant to the Agreements.
3. City staff are hereby authorized and directed to take all actions necessary or advisable to present to the City Council for its review and consideration the proceedings necessary to form the CFD No. 2025-2. However, the passage of this Resolution shall in no way obligate the City Council to take any specific action related to the formation of CFD No. 2025-2.
4. This Resolution shall take effect upon its adoption.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 8th day of April, 2025, by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:
Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
4920-7065-5008
DEPOSIT/REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
Proposed
City of Chowchilla
Community Facilities District No. 2025-2
(Replacement of CFD 2006-1)
THIS DEPOSIT/REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) dated ___________, 2025, is by and between the City of Chowchilla, California (the “City”) for itself and on behalf of the proposed City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1), and AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”), a Nevada limited liability company.
R E C I T A L S:
WHEREAS, in 2006 the City Council of the City of Chowchilla (the “City Council”) formed the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District 2006-1 (“CFD 2006-1”) pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended (the “Act”), and designated an Improvement Area 1 (“Area 1”) within CFD 2006-1; and
WHEREAS, the City is authorized to issue up to $50,000,000 of special tax bonds for Area 1 in order to finance public improvements authorized to be funded by Area 1, and the City Council approved a rate and method of apportionment of special taxes for Area 1 (the “Area 1 RMA”) that provides for the levy of special taxes on property in Area 1 projected to be sufficient to pay the debt service on up to $50,000,000 of special tax bonds that were authorized to be issued for Area 1; and
WHEREAS, the Area 1 RMA requires that the City levy special taxes on certain property in Area 1 at the maximum special tax rate provided for in the Area 1 RMA; and WHEREAS, on June 7, 2007, the City issued $8,615,000 of special tax bonds for Area 1 (the “2007 Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, AutoZone is the owner of 80 acres of property in Area 1; and WHEREAS, The City will commence proceedings under the Act to form a new community facilities district to be identified as the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) (“CFD No. 2025-2”), with boundaries including all of the territory in Area 1, and to authorize CFD No. 2025-2 to issue special tax bonds (the “Bonds”) in an amount estimated to be sufficient to defease and redeem the outstanding 2007 Bonds (and to pay related costs of issuance of and to fund a reserve fund for the Bonds) and, upon the defeasance of the 2007 Bonds to determine that the CFD 2006-1 special taxes shall cease to be levied on property in Area 1 and to direct the recording of a Notice of Cessation of Special Tax under Section 53330.5 of the Act stating that the obligation to pay the CFD 2006-1 special taxes 4920-7065-5008 2 Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement
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under the Area 1 RMA has ceased and the lien previously imposed under the Act on the property in Area 1 is extinguished; and
WHEREAS, if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed, the Bonds are issued, and the 2007 Bonds are defeased, the authorized annual special tax levy on property in CFD No. 2025-2 will be substantially lower than the current annual special tax levy for Area 1 on such property as a consequence of (i) the annual debt service on the Bonds being lower than the annual debt service on the 2007 Bonds; (ii) the reduction of the maximum authorized bonded indebtedness of CFD No. 2025-2 from the $50,000,000 authorized bonded indebtedness of Area 1 to only that projected to be necessary to issue the Bonds in an amount needed to defease and redeem the 2007 Bonds (and to pay related costs of issuance of and to fund a reserve fund for the Bonds); and (iii) a reduction in the maximum annual special taxes that can be levied by CFD No. 2025-2 from that currently being levied under the Area 1 RMA; and
WHEREAS, if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed, the special taxes levied in CFD No. 2025-2 will be used for repayment of the Bonds and to fund authorized municipal services of the same character as those services authorized to be funded with CFD 2006-1; and WHEREAS, in order to induce the City to undertake the proceedings to form CFD No. 2025-2 and to issue the Bonds, and thereby effectively lower the annual special taxes levied on its property in Area 1 and to be included in CFD No. 2025-2, AutoZone is willing to deposit funds with the City to ensure payment of certain costs of the City in forming CFD No. 2025-2, conducting the election necessary to obtain authorization to issue the Bonds, and certain related costs, provided that such funds so advanced are reimbursed to AutoZone from the proceeds of the Bonds if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed and the Bonds are issued by the City for CFD No. 2025-2 to the extent provided herein; and
WHEREAS, the City and AutoZone now desire to specify the terms of said deposit and reimbursement.
A G R E E M E N T
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual covenants set forth herein, and for other consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
Section 1. Deposit of Funds. AutoZone hereby agrees to provide to the City, in the form of a check made payable to the “City of Chowchilla, California,” the amount of [$85,500.00] (the “Deposit”), to be used by the City to pay the costs as more fully described in Section 2(a) below (the “Initial Costs”), said check to be delivered by AutoZone to the City Administrator. The check representing the Deposit will be cashed by the City, and the Deposit may be commingled with other funds of the City for purposes of investment and safekeeping, but the City shall at all times maintain records as to the expenditure of the Deposit.
Section 2. Use of Funds. The Deposit shall be administered as follows:
(a) The City may draw upon the Deposit from time to time to pay the Initial Costs, including but not limited to: (i) the fees and expenses of a special tax consultant and legal counsel 4920-7065-5008 3 Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement
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to be employed by the City in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2, and other costs related to conducting the election, in the amount of [$35,500.00] (the “Pre-Election Amount”); and (ii) other costs incidental to and in preparation for the issuance of the Bonds, including the costs of an appraisal and an absorption study, in connection with marketing of the Bonds, in the amount of [$50,000.00] (the “Post-Election Amount”).
(b) If CFD No. 2025-2 is successfully formed and the Bonds are issued under the Act, within ten (10) business days after the date of issuance and delivery of the Bonds, the City shall remit to AutoZone, from any then unexpended portion of the Deposit and proceeds of the Bonds an amount equal to the amount of the Deposit.
(c) If CFD No. 2025-2 is not successfully formed, the City shall, within ten (10) business days after adoption by the City Council of a resolution canvassing the election with respect to special taxes and Bonds of CFD No. 2025-2, return to AutoZone: (i) any then unexpended portion of the Pre-Election Amount, without interest, less an amount equal to any costs incurred by the City or that the City is otherwise committed to pay, which costs would be subject to payment under clause (i) of Section 2(a) above but have not yet been so paid; and (ii) without interest, the Post-Election Amount.
Section 3. Reimbursement of Other Costs. Nothing contained herein shall prohibit reimbursement of other costs and expenses of AutoZone incurred in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 and the issuance of the Bonds from the proceeds of the Bonds, including, but not limited to fees and expenses of its legal counsel. Any such reimbursement shall be made solely from the proceeds of the Bonds and only to the extent otherwise permitted under the Act and otherwise provided for, at the reasonable discretion of the City, in the proceedings for the issuance of the Bonds.
Section 4. Agreement Not Debt or Liability of City. It is hereby acknowledged and agreed that this Agreement is not a debt or liability of the City, as provided in Section 53314.9(b) of the Act. The City shall not in any event be liable hereunder other than to reimburse the amount of the Deposit as provided in Section 2(b) above, or to return any unexpended and uncommitted portion of the Deposit as provided in Section 2(c) above, and otherwise to provide an accounting under Section 7 below. No member of the City Council, or officer, employee or agent of the City shall to any extent be personally liable hereunder.
Section 5. No Obligation to Form CFD No. 2025-2 or to Issue the Bonds. While the City will proceed in good faith to conduct the proceedings to form CFD No. 2025-2 and issue the Bonds, the provisions of this Agreement shall in no way obligate the City Council to form CFD No. 2025-2, to issue the Bonds, or to expend any of its own funds in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 or the issuance of the Bonds.
AutoZone acknowledges that the authorization of special taxes and the Bonds of CFD No. 2025-2 will require an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the registered voters currently residing in Area 1 that cast votes on the matter, following the holding of a public hearing by the City Council on the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 and the authorization of CFD No. 2025-2 to issue the Bonds, and that AutoZone will not be entitled to vote in the election. 4920-7065-5008 4 Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement
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Section 6. Severability. If any part of this Agreement is held to be illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this Agreement shall be given effect to the fullest extent reasonably possible.
Section 7. Accounting. The City shall provide AutoZone with a written accounting of proceeds of the Deposit expended pursuant to this Agreement, within ten (10) business days of receipt by the City Administrator of a written request therefore submitted by AutoZone. No more than one accounting will be provided in any calendar month.
Section 8. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the successors and assigns of the parties hereto.
Section 9. Specified Third Party; Termination. AutoZone acknowledges that the City has or will enter into one or more separate Deposit/Reimbursement Agreements, similar in form and function to this Agreement, in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2, with Rancho Calera, LLC (“Rancho Calera”) who is also a landowner within CFD 2006-1. In the event that AutoZone, Rancho Calera, or either of them, determines not to have the City Council proceed with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 or the issuance of the Bonds, and such party sends a written notice of termination to the City Administrator, the City shall, within ten (10) business days of receipt by the City Administrator of such written notice, provide a written accounting of proceeds of the Deposit theretofore expended and otherwise needed to pay costs incurred but not yet paid, and shall remit to AutoZone any remaining portion of the Deposit not needed for such costs incurred but not yet paid.
Section 10. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original.
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City of Chowchilla/AutoZone Texas LLC
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first set forth above.
AUTOZONE TEXAS, LLC, a Nevada limited liability
company
By: AutoZone Investment Corporation,
its sole member
By:
Its:
By:
Its:
CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA
By:
Rod Pruett, City Administrator
4897-7544-2469
DEPOSIT/REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT
Proposed
City of Chowchilla
Community Facilities District No. 2025-2
(Replacement of CFD 2006-1)
THIS DEPOSIT/REIMBURSEMENT AGREEMENT (this “Agreement”) dated ___________, 2025, is by and between the City of Chowchilla, California (the “City”) for itself and on behalf of the proposed City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1), and Rancho Calera, LLC (“Rancho Calera”), a California limited liability company.
R E C I T A L S:
WHEREAS, in 2006 the City Council of the City of Chowchilla (the “City Council”) formed the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District 2006-1 (“CFD 2006-1”) pursuant to the Mello-Roos Community Facilities Act of 1982, as amended (the “Act”), and designated an Improvement Area 1 (“Area 1”) within CFD 2006-1; and
WHEREAS, the City is authorized to issue up to $50,000,000 of special tax bonds for Area 1 in order to finance public improvements authorized to be funded by Area 1, and the City Council approved a rate and method of apportionment of special taxes for Area 1 (the “Area 1 RMA”) that provides for the levy of special taxes on property in Area 1 projected to be sufficient to pay the debt service on up to $50,000,000 of special tax bonds that were authorized to be issued for Area 1; and
WHEREAS, the Area 1 RMA requires that the City levy special taxes on certain property in Area 1 at the maximum special tax rate provided for in the Area 1 RMA; and WHEREAS, on June 7, 2007, the City issued $8,615,000 of special tax bonds for Area 1 (the “2007 Bonds”); and
WHEREAS, Rancho Calera is the owner of 408 acres of property in CFD 2006-1; and WHEREAS, The City will commence proceedings under the Act to form a new community facilities district to be identified as the City of Chowchilla Community Facilities District No. 2025-2 (Replacement of CFD 2006-1) (“CFD No. 2025-2”), with boundaries including all of the territory in Area 1, and to authorize CFD No. 2025-2 to issue special tax bonds (the “Bonds”) in an amount estimated to be sufficient to defease and redeem the outstanding 2007 Bonds (and to pay related costs of issuance of and to fund a reserve fund for the Bonds) and, upon the defeasance of the 2007 Bonds to determine that the CFD 2006-1 special taxes shall cease to be levied on property in Area 1 and to direct the recording of a Notice of Cessation of Special Tax under Section 53330.5 of the Act stating that the obligation to pay the CFD 2006-1 special taxes 4897-7544-2469 2 Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement
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under the Area 1 RMA has ceased and the lien previously imposed under the Act on the property in Area 1 is extinguished; and
WHEREAS, if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed, the Bonds are issued, and the 2007 Bonds are defeased, the authorized annual special tax levy on property in CFD No. 2025-2 will be substantially lower than the current annual special tax levy for Area 1 on such property as a consequence of (i) the annual debt service on the Bonds being lower than the annual debt service on the 2007 Bonds; (ii) the reduction of the maximum authorized bonded indebtedness of CFD No. 2025-2 from the $50,000,000 authorized bonded indebtedness of Area 1 to only that projected to be necessary to issue the Bonds in an amount needed to defease and redeem the 2007 Bonds (and to pay related costs of issuance of and to fund a reserve fund for the Bonds); and (iii) a reduction in the maximum annual special taxes that can be levied by CFD No. 2025-2 from that currently being levied under the Area 1 RMA; and
WHEREAS, if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed, the special taxes levied in CFD No. 2025-2 will be used for repayment of the Bonds and to fund authorized municipal services of the same character as those services authorized to be funded with CFD 2006-1; and WHEREAS, in order to induce the City to undertake the proceedings to form CFD No. 2025-2 and to issue the Bonds, and thereby effectively lower the annual special taxes levied on Rancher Calera’s property in CFD 2006-1 and to be included in CFD No. 2025-2, Rancho Calera is willing to deposit funds with the City to ensure payment of certain costs of the City in forming CFD No. 2025-2, conducting the election necessary to obtain authorization to issue the Bonds, and certain related costs, provided that such funds so advanced are reimbursed to Rancho Calera from the proceeds of the Bonds if CFD No. 2025-2 is formed and the Bonds are issued by the City for CFD No. 2025-2 to the extent provided herein; and
WHEREAS, the City and Rancho Calera now desire to specify the terms of said deposit and reimbursement.
A G R E E M E N T
NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the foregoing and the mutual covenants set forth herein, and for other consideration the receipt and sufficiency of which is hereby acknowledged, the parties hereto agree as follows:
Section 1. Deposit of Funds. Rancho Calera hereby agrees to provide to the City, in the form of a check made payable to the “City of Chowchilla, California” $[35,500.00] (the “Deposit”), to be used by the City to pay the costs as more fully described in Section 2(a) below (the “Initial Costs”), said check to be delivered by Rancho Calera to the City Administrator. The check representing the Deposit will be cashed by the City, and the Deposit may be commingled with other funds of the City for purposes of investment and safekeeping, but the City shall at all times maintain records as to the expenditure of the Deposit.
Section 2. Use of Funds. The Deposit shall be administered as follows:
(a) The City may draw upon the Deposit from time to time to pay the Initial Costs, including but not limited to the fees and expenses of a special tax consultant and legal counsel to 4897-7544-2469 3 Deposit/Reimbursement Agreement
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be employed by the City in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2, and other costs relating to conducting the election, in the amount of [$35,500.00]. (b) If CFD No. 2025-2 is successfully formed and the Bonds are issued under the Act, within ten (10) business days after the date of issuance and delivery of the Bonds, the City shall remit to Rancho Calera, from any then unexpended portion of the Deposit and proceeds of the Bonds an amount equal to the amount of the Deposit.
(c) If CFD No. 2025-2 is not successfully formed, the City shall, within ten (10) business days after adoption by the City Council of a resolution canvassing the election with respect to special taxes and Bonds of CFD No. 2025-2, return to Rancho Calera any then unexpended portion of the Deposit, without interest, less an amount equal to any costs incurred by the City or that the City is otherwise committed to pay, which costs would be subject to payment under clause (i) of Section 2(a) above but have not yet been so paid.
Section 3. Reimbursement of Other Costs. Nothing contained herein shall prohibit reimbursement of other costs and expenses of Rancho Calera incurred in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 and the issuance of the Bonds from the proceeds of the Bonds, including, but not limited to fees and expenses of its legal counsel. Any such reimbursement shall be made solely from the proceeds of the Bonds and only to the extent otherwise permitted under the Act and otherwise provided for, at the reasonable discretion of the City, in the proceedings for the issuance of the Bonds.
Section 4. Agreement Not Debt or Liability of City. It is hereby acknowledged and agreed that this Agreement is not a debt or liability of the City, as provided in Section 53314.9(b) of the Act. The City shall not in any event be liable hereunder other than to reimburse the amount of the Deposit as provided in Section 2(b) above, or to return any unexpended and uncommitted portion of the Deposit as provided in Section 2(c) above, and otherwise to provide an accounting under Section 7 below. No member of the City Council, or officer, employee or agent of the City shall to any extent be personally liable hereunder.
Section 5. No Obligation to Form CFD No. 2025-2 or to Issue the Bonds. While the City will proceed in good faith to conduct the proceedings to form CFD No. 2025-2 and issue the Bonds, the provisions of this Agreement shall in no way obligate the City Council to form CFD No. 2025-2, to issue the Bonds, or to expend any of its own funds in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 or the issuance of the Bonds.
Rancho Calera acknowledges that the authorization of special taxes and the Bonds of CFD No. 2025-2 will require an affirmative vote of at least two-thirds of the registered voters currently residing in Area 1 that cast votes on the matter, following the holding of a public hearing by the City Council on the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 and the authorization of CFD No. 2025-2 to issue the Bonds, and that Rancho Calera will not be entitled to vote in the election.
Section 6. Severability. If any part of this Agreement is held to be illegal or unenforceable by a court of competent jurisdiction, the remainder of this Agreement shall be given effect to the fullest extent reasonably possible.
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Section 7. Accounting. The City shall provide Rancho Calera with a written accounting of proceeds of the Deposit expended pursuant to this Agreement, within ten (10) business days of receipt by the City Administrator of a written request therefore submitted by Rancho Calera. No more than one accounting will be provided in any calendar month.
Section 8. Successors and Assigns. This Agreement shall be binding upon and inure to the benefit of the successors and assigns of the parties hereto.
Section 9. Specified Third Party; Termination. Rancho Calera acknowledges that the City has or will enter into one or more separate Deposit/Reimbursement Agreements, similar in form and function to this Agreement, in connection with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2, with AutoZone Texas LLC (“AutoZone”) who is also a landowner within CFD 2006-1. In the event that AutoZone, Rancho Calera, or either of them, determines not to have the City Council proceed with the formation of CFD No. 2025-2 or the issuance of the Bonds, and such party sends a written notice of termination to the City Administrator, the City shall, within ten (10) business days of receipt by the City Administrator of such written notice, provide a written accounting of proceeds of the Deposit theretofore expended and otherwise needed to pay costs incurred but not yet paid, and shall remit to Rancho Calera any remaining portion of the Deposit not needed for such costs incurred but not yet paid.
Section 10. Counterparts. This Agreement may be executed in counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original.
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IN WITNESS WHEREOF, the parties hereto have executed this Agreement as of the date first set forth above.
RANCHO CALERA, LLC, a California limited
liability company
By: [name, title]
By:
Its:
By:
Its:
CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA
By:
Rod Pruett, City Administrator
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.2
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
AGENDA SECTION: New Business
SUBJECT: Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report and Annual Housing Element Progress Report for 2024
PREPARED BY: Annalisa Perea, AICP, Contract City Planner ATTACHMENTS: General Plan Annual Progress Report for 2024 Annual Housing Element Progress Report for 2024
REVIEWED BY
FINANCE ☐ REVIEWED BYCITY ATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BYADMINISTRATOR ☒ RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council formally “accept” the General Plan Annual Progress Report and the Housing Element Progress Report for the year 2024.
HISTORY / 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 each year. These reports are used to inform the public and other various agencies of how the community is performing to meet City 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 City that assist the community with growing it’s housing stock. These reports work interchangeably and are required to be submitted annually to OPR or HCD by April 1st of each year to ensure the City remains compliant with State housing law. Additionally, it also keeps the City eligible to receive future housing grants. After the APRs are formally heard and voted to be accepted by the City Council, staff will submit these progress reports to the respective agencies.
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 6th Cycle (2024-2032 Adopted Eight-Year Housing Element was deemed to be in full compliance with State Housing Element Law (Article 10.6 of the Government Code) in December 2024.
No additional CEQA analysis is required for the acceptance of these progress reports.
NEXT STEPS:
If formally accepted by the City Council, staff will submit the annual progress reports to HCD and OPR.
COUNCIL RESOLUTION # XX-25
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 2024 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, WHEREAS, after submitting to HCD and OPR, if the agencies request any minor updates to the reports, staff will complete those and resubmit back to each agency as requested; 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 2024 year.
4. That the City Council of the City of Chowchilla ACCEPTS the Annual Housing Element Progress Report for the 2024 year.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 8th day of April, 2025 by the following vote to wit:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
APPROVED:
Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:
Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
A review of the
2024 Year
City of Chowchilla General Plan
Annual Progress Report
A REVIEW OF THE 2024 YEAR
CITY OF CHOWCHILLA GENERAL PLAN
ANNUAL PROGRESS REPORT
Prepared for:
City of Chowchilla
Community & Economic Development Department
Contact Person: Jaime Quintana, Director of Community & Economic Development Phone: (559) 665-8615 ext. 400
Consultant:
601 Pollasky Avenue #301
Clovis, CA 93612
Contact: Annalisa Perea, AICP, Contract City Planner
Phone: (559) 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 3 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 _________________, 2025. 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 2024 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. The facility opened its doors in 2024. • City staff, in conjunction with their contract planning team, completed the 6th Cycle 2024-2032 Housing Element Update, which was certified by HCD.
• 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.
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 2024 Housing Element Annual Progress Report was completed and submitted to HCD and OPR on _____________, 2025.
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 2011/2023
Circulation Element 2011/2023
Open Space & Conservation Element 2011/2023
Public Facilities & Services Element 2011/3023
Noise Element 2011
Housing Element 2024 (Council Approved)
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
3 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. The City’s 6th cycle housing element was adopted and certified in 2024.
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 2024. 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.
Update to plans have been
initiated but not yet
completed 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 longterm 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.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
4 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.
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.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
5 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
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
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
6 centers to minimize the impact
of the automobile and foster
alternative transportationoriented 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.
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
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
7 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" culde-sacs.
LU 6.2.A
The City shall develop subdivision design
guidelines which define design preferences,
and include sound wall and "daylighted" culde-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
that conflicts such as noise,
odor, light and glare, dust, or
other potentially significant
adverse environmental
conditions are minimized.
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
evacuation, air quality, odors, light and glare,
traffic, public services and aesthetics.
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
8 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 remains 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 airportrelated 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;
2. Conveniently serve current
and future residential needs;
3. Provide employment
opportunities;
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
9 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,
pedestrian friendly and diverse
downtown.
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.
Policy LU 9.2: Mixed uses which
support the overall intent of the
LU 9.2.A The Zoning Ordinance was
updated to add a new
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
10 Downtown Commercial District
should be encouraged by the
adoption of a flexible zoning
district applicable only in the
Downtown Commercial District.
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.
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
parcels containing only a
convenience store shall be
discouraged in favor of an
integrated commercial
LU 10.4.A
Expansion of a Neighborhood Commercial
designation to adjacent properties may be
permitted if the following findings can be
made:
1. The adjoining parcel is too small to
reasonably support its current land use
designation;
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
11 development. Convenience
stores which have been
demonstrated by a project
proponent to be an integral part
of the overall Neighborhood
Commercial development are
acceptable.
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
or required through mitigation
measures to serve the proposed
project.
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 Objective LU 12: Minimize
conflicts between industrial
and other major nonresidential 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 nonresidential 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.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
13 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;
b. New single family residential construction
may be allowed on existing lots on a case-bycase basis after evaluation for potential hazards;
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
14 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 noncity 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
serve the community and allow
for an expansion of the facility.
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.
Objective LU 21: Support the
principles of reducing air
pollutants through land use,
LU 21.1.A
New development shall be located and
designed to conserve air quality and minimize
direct and indirect emissions of air
The City remains committed
to including the SJVAPCD as
part of the project review
process. The City is committed
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
15 transportation, and energy use
planning.
Policy LU 21.1: Encourage
transportation modes that
minimize contaminant
emissions from motor vehicle
use.
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
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.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
16 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 to 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
assess and address multiple aspects of housing
that affect health and safety.
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
Policy LU 23.5
Utilize federal, state, local, and private funding
programs offering low interest loans or grants,
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
17 and private equity for the rehabilitation of
rental properties for lower income households.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 preapproved 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightof-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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightof-way and define specific development The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightof-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 travelways 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 crosstraffic.
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" culde-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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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-desacs 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 offstreet 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightof-way does not meet the current standards, the City will
adopt and fund a program to
acquire the ultimate right-ofway 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 committed this action
as part of the 2018 zoning
ordinance update.
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 inlieu 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 rightsof-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
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightsCI 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 nonprofit 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 corridor segments 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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-desacs 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
38 CI 15.3
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.
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 multimodal 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 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 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 transitoriented 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
44 use estimates for City approval prior to
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
47 information to prevent potential site
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 resources.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
48 historic buildings. Consistent
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 asneeded basis.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
49 OS 18.2.C
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
50 and such facilities are compatible with the land
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
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
51 shall be subject to a legally established
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 ongoing 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 ongoing 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 to fulfill this update.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 everchanging 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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 rightof-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 energyintensive 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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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.
City of Chowchilla General Plan Annual Progress Report
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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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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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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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 highperformance 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 litter surrounding 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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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
considerate 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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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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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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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.
All projects will continue to be
analyzed for their potential
impacts on fire services.
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 noncontiguous 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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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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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 highquality 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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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
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 9.2: 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
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.
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
prioritize this policy when
consideration future
development proposals.
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 continue to
restrict the storage of
hazardous material in
industrial areas which are
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receptors.
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
coordinate with the County to
provide educational
opportunities.
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.
To the extent possible, the
City will prohibit the transport
of hazardous materials
through the City on Highway
233.
PS 10.11.C
The City of Chowchilla shall adopt current
versions of the Uniform Fire Code to regulate
the storage of hazardous substances.
The City will continue to
update the latest codes.
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 remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
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
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
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proposed in existing industrial uses.
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 will continue to
coordinate with the Madera
County Department of
Environmental Health when
there are new project
proposals.
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 remains
committed to identifying
potential users and producers
of hazardous materials at the
time of permit application and
mitigate dangers associated
with these materials.
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.
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.
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.
The City will prohibit future
construction of school sites
within one-quarter mile of a
known industrial facility.
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 continue to
provide resources to ensure
that hazardous materials used,
stored and generated by
businesses are handled
properly.
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public exposure risks
associated with the storage,
transport and disposal of
hazardous materials.
Policy PS 11.1: Ensure
hazardous materials used in
business and industry is used,
stored, handled and disposed of
properly.
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
coordinate with responsible
federal, state and local
agencies to identify and
regulate the use, storage,
transportation and disposal of
hazardous materials.
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 developed design
guidelines for sloughs during
the Industrial Park Specific
Plan process.
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 is committed to
upholding the highest safety
standards at all city owned
facilities.
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 is committed to
upholding the highest safety
standards at all city owned
facilities.
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 remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.
Objective PS 13: Protect the
community from potential
airport and air transportation
hazards.
PS 13.6.B
As necessary, the City shall acquire land to
implement the Airport Master Plan by the
appropriate governmental agency.
The City looks forward to
participating in the next
ALUCP update process.
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74 Policy PS 13.6: The City of
Chowchilla shall maintain an
Airport Master Plan for the
Chowchilla Municipal Airport.
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 looks forward to
participating in the next
ALUCP update process.
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 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.
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 City remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.
Objective PS 14: Provide Citywide safe pedestrian and
bicyclist environments.
Policy PS 14.1: Enhance and
maintain pedestrian safety
through the inclusion of welldesigned 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 remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.
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 will ensure that
appropriate pedestrian and
bicycle accessibility and safety
provisions are incorporated in
future projects.
Policy PS 14.2: All new and
redevelopment projects shall
provide reasonable means of
PS 14.2.B The City will ensure that
appropriate pedestrian and
bicycle accessibility and safety
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accessibility and safety
provisions.
All grade separation projects shall implement
pedestrian and bicycle accessibility and safety
measures.
provisions are incorporated in
future projects.
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 will continue to
update their Emergency
Preparedness Plan as needed.
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 work
with Madera County, Federal
Emergency Management
Agency, and Office of
Emergency Services in
reducing community risks.
PS 14.3.C
Coordinate City evacuation routes with
Madera County's emergency evacuation
routes.
The City will continue to
coordinate City evacuation
routes with Madera County's
emergency evacuation routes.
PS 14.3.D
Ensure that public and private water facilities
have adequate capacity to supply emergency
needs.
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.
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 remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
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.
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Prepare a Local Hazard Mitigation Plan
pursuant to the Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000
to ensure that the City remains eligible for
emergency funding in the event of natural
hazards.
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action as
funding becomes available.
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 on an
as-needed basis.
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 sitespecific safety measures that mitigate to a lowrisk 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.
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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 fireresistant construction materials and techniques), maintaining and improving
defensible space on site, and supporting
vegetation management in adjacent
undeveloped areas.
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
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 fireadapted using native vegetation or fireresistant 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.
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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.
The City remains committed
to fulfilling this action on an
as-needed basis.
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 lowincome 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 Police Department will
continue to enforce this noise
measure.
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 City reviews and will
incorporate noise reduction
measures as needed.
Policy N 1.2: Require the
inclusion of noise reducing
design features in development
N 1.7.A
In making a determination of impact under the
California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA),
The City will complete a CEQA
analysis for any applicable
future project and will
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Table N - 5, Table N - 6, and
Title 24 California Code of
Regulations.
consider an increase of four (4) or more
decibels to be “significant” if the resulting
noise level would exceed that described as
normally acceptable for the affected land use
in Table N - 5 and in Table N - 6 as applicable.
incorporate any necessary
mitigation measures that are
identified through the CEQA
process.
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 continue to use
the ALUCP as a tool when
reviewing projects to ensure
that any noise issues will be
mitigated.
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 aircraftgenerated 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
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.
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transportation related noise
impacts through proper land
use planning.
Policy N 3.7: The circulation
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.
N 3.8.A
For habitable buildings located within 100 feet
from the centerline of railroad tracks,
development shall provide a study
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.
Groundborne vibration studies
will continue to be required
for all habitable buildings
located within 100-feet from
the centerline of railroad
tracks.
Policy N 3.8: 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.
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 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
N 4.1.B
Non-transportation noise: New development
of noise sensitive land uses shall not be
allowed where the noise level due to nontransportation 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 nontransportation noise levels exceeding the performance standards of Table N - 6, an
acoustical analysis shall be required so that
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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N - 5 and Table N - 6 in this
Element, as applicable, to direct
the siting, design, and insulation
of new development to reduce
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.
noise mitigation may be included in the project
design at the cost of the developer.
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 shortterm 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
The City will continue to
incorporate these measures
for development projects.
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period of time.
Policy N 4.6: The City of
Chowchilla shall limit
construction activities to the
hours of 7:00 am to 7:00 pm,
Monday through Saturday. No
construction shall occur on
Sundays or national holidays
without a permit from the City.
N 5.4.A
Promote use of noise insulation materials in
new construction and major rehabilitation.
The City will continue to
promote use of noise
insulation materials in new
construction and major
rehabilitation.
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 use
this measure during the
project review process to
ensure any potential noise
impacts are reduce to the
greatest extent possible.
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
incorporate these measures
for development projects.
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2024
Chowchilla
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Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Year 2024
Housing Element Planning Period 5th Cycle
Current Year
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 0
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 25
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed
Restricted 24
0 49
Units by Structure Type Entitled Permitted Completed
Single-family Attached 0 0 0
Single-family Detached 0 44 0
2 to 4 units per structure 0 0 0
5+ units per structure 0 0 0
Accessory Dwelling Unit 0 5 0
Mobile/Manufactured Home 0 0 0
Total 0 49 0
Infill Housing Developments and Infill Units Permitted # of Projects Units 0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
(Jan. 1 - Dec. 31)
01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
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
Income Rental Ownership Total
Very Low 0 0 0
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
Units Constructed - SB 35 Streamlining Permits
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT Note: "+" indicates an optional field Reporting Year 2024 (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 Application
Status Project Type Notes
2 3 4 6 7 8 9 11 12 13
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
LowIncome
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?
Were incentives
or concessions
reqested
pursuant to
Government
Code section
65915
approved?
Please indicate
the status of the
application.
Is the project
considered a
ministerial
project or
discretionary
project?
Notes+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 multiple multiple Montgomery Farms n/a SFD O
1/10/2023
130 130 NONE No N/A Approved Ministerial
multiple multiple New Single Dwelling
2023 n/a SFD O
1/10/2023
24 24 NONE No N/A Approved Ministerial
multiple multiple New ADU for 2023 n/a ADU O 1/10/2023 2 24 NONE No N/A Approved Ministerial 0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
0 0
Table A
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
1 5
Project Identifier Unit Types Proposed Units - Affordability by Household Incomes Density Bonus Law Applications
10 Housing Development Applications Submitted
Jurisdiction Chowchilla ANNUAL ELEMENT PROGRESS REPORT
Reporting Year 2024 (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/Des
troyed 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+
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 25 0 24 0 49 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 0 8520 Lakeshore Dr Res New Build SFD 0 1 1/8/2024 1 0
8400 Lakeshore Dr Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
8390 Lakeshore Dr Res New Build SFD 0 1 2/14/2024 1 0
2113 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2093 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2103 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2083 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2073 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2074 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2084 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/18/2024 1 0
2104 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/1/2024 1 0
2114 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/31/2024 1 0
2094 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 3/6/2024 1 0
430 S 13th St 745 sq ft ADU ADU 0 1 4/2/2024 1 0
1101 Sonoma Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 4/18/2024 1 0
1516 Coolidge Ave 792 sq ft ADU ADU 0 1 5/1/2024 1 0
1300 Lake Ave 392 st ft ADU ADU 1 1 5/3/2024 0 0
1417 Colusa Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 5/6/2024 1 0
1417 Coludsa Ave 1200 sq ft ADU ADU 0 1 5/7/2024 1 0
2023 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/20/2024 1 0
2033 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2043 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2053 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2063 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2064 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2054 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/26/2024 1 0
2044 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/28/2024 1 0
2034 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/28/2024 1 0
2024 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/28/2024 1 0
2014 Cordelia Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 6/28/2024 1 0
8385 Lakeshore Dr Res New Build SFD 0 1 7/18/2024 1 0
8440 Lakeshore Dr Res New Build SFD 0 1 7/18/2024 1 0
620 Humboldt Ave 397 sq ft ADU ADU 0 1 9/5/2024 1 0
584 Burnett Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/17/2024 1 0
588 Burnett Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/17/2024 1 0
552 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/23/2024 1 0
556 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/23/2024 1 0
564 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/23/2024 1 0
560 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/23/2024 1 0
548 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/23/2024 1 0
557 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
553 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
549 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
565 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
561 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
568 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
580 Engelwood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
576 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
572 Englewood
Ave Res New Build SFD 0 1 10/24/2024 1 0
1317 Kings Ave 378 sq ft ADU ADU 0 1 12/17/2024 1 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
0 0 0
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 2024 (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 - - - - - 1
Above Moderate 467 - - - - 5 - 53 79 - - 137 330
1,114
- - - 20 9 - 53 79 - 1 162 952
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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179
-
This table is auto-populated once you enter your jurisdiction name and current year data. Past year information comes from previous APRs.
25 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 2024 (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 2024 (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.
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 maintains a close working relationship with Madera County. There is currently no SOI update process being conducted nor is it currently needed in the foreseeable future. This Action will not be carried forward.
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.
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 is committed to completing this step when a future developer seeks interest in annexing land into the City limits. This Action/implementation Measure is ongoing and will be carried forward.
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.
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 Planning, Public Works, and Building Departments continue to work in conjunction on a daily basis when it comes to current and future projects. This Action/implementation Measure is on-going and will be carried forward.
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.
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 actively pursuing this Action/Implementation Measure by identifying funding to purchase permit tracking software to help with expediting permit approvals. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.
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.
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 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 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.
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
The City applied back in 2018 and was recently awarded HOME and CDBG grants. This measure will be carried forward as an on-going measure.
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.
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
City staff consulted with HCD on this to seek further direction. It was the consensus from HCD that they were unsure why the City had this as an action item, and recommended it be deleted during the Housing Element update process.
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.
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.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.
Reporting Period 2024 (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
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 2024 (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 PROGRES
Reporting Period 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementat Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
2 3
Prior APN+ Current APN Street Address Project Name+
Local
Jurisdiction
Tracking ID
Unit Category
(2 to 4,5+)
Tenure
R=Renter
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Above Moderate Income Units C
For up to 25 percent of a jurisdiction’s moderate-income regional housing need allocation, the planning agency may include the number of unit adding information to this table, please
Project Identifier Unit Types
1 SS REPORT
Note: "+" indicates
an optional field
tion Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
Very LowIncome Deed
Restricted
Very LowIncome Non
Deed
Restricted
Low- Income Deed
Restricted
Low- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Moderate- Income
Deed Restricted
Moderate- Income
Non Deed
Restricted
Above
ModerateIncome
0 0 0 0 0 0 0
Table F2
Converted to Moderate Income Pursuant to Government Code section 65400.2 ts in an existing multifamily building that were converted to deed-restricted rental housing for moderate-income households by the ensure housing developments meet the requirements described in Government Code 65400.2(b). 4 Affordability by Household Incomes After Conversion
Notes
6 Total Moderate Income Units
Converted from Above
Moderate
Date Converted Notes
0 imposition of affordability covenants and restrictions for the unit. Before 5 Units credited toward Moderate Income
RHNA
Jurisdiction Chowchilla
Reporting Period 2024 (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 2024
(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 2024 (Jan. 1 - Dec. 31) Housing Element Implementation Planning Period 5th Cycle 01/31/2016 - 01/31/2024
Project Type Date
Units (Beds/Student
Capacity) Granted
Density Bonus
Notes
2 3 5 6
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
Total Additional Beds
Created Due to Density
Bonus
Notes
Summary Row: Start Data Entry Below
Note: "+" indicates an optional field
Cells in grey contain auto-calculation formulas
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 2024 (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 th di b ti l
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 2024 (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 25
Deed Restricted 0
Non-Deed Restricted 24
0 49
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
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 6.3
CLICK HERE
TO RETURN TO
THE AGENDA
Meeting of: April 8, 2025
AGENDA SECTION: New Business
SUBJECT: Presentation of Solid Waste, Water, Wastewater and Storm Drainage Utility Analysis Report and Request for Direction from Council on Initiating the Proposition 218 Process
PREPARED BY: Kerri Williams, Director of Finance
ATTACHMENTS: Draft Analysis Reports; PowerPoint Presentation
REVIEWED BY
ADMINISTRATOR ☒ REVIEWED BYATTORNEY ☒ REVIEWED BY FINANCE ☐ RECOMMENDATION:
That the Council receive rate analysis information regarding potential future solid waste, water, wastewater, and storm drainage rate schedules subject to a Proposition 218 public hearing and that Council provide direction on initiating the Proposition 218 notice REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The City of Chowchilla engaged Lechowicz & Tseng Municipal Consultants in August 2024 to complete a comprehensive utilities rate study for their water, sewer, solid waste, and storm water enterprises. The primary objective of the study is to recommend utility rates which ensure the continued financial health and stability of the City’s enterprise funds, while minimizing the impact of any proposed rates changes on customers. The study period covers the five-year period beginning in FY2020 through FY2025. As a result of the presentation of the rate study, staff is requesting direction regarding the preferred rate option, the Proposition 218 process and the following timeline:
Date Action
April 8, 2025. Present initial findings to City Council; Receive input from Council and public
April 22, 2025 Present final recommendations to City Council; Council selects rate option and votes to proceed with Prop 218 process
May 8, 2025 Last day to mail out Prop 218 mailers (48 days prior to hearing) June 24, 2025 Prop 218 Hearing for Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste July 1, 2025 New rates go into effect for Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste July 3, 2025 Mail out Storm Water Ballot (48 days prior to hearing) August 19, 2025 Prop 218 Hearing for Storm Water
September 1, 2025 New rate for Storm Rates goes into effect FISCAL IMPACT:
As this is a presentation and request for direction, there is no fiscal impact to the City. However, future actions related to the Proposition 218 process will have a fiscal impact to the General Fund, Water Fund, Sewer Fund, Solid Waste Fund and Storm Drainage Fund.
ALTERNATIVES:
No alternatives at this time.
ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:
Staff will move forward with the direction received from Council. 1 City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Draft Tables V2 – March 31, 2025
UPDATES FROM V1
- Change annual cost escalator for Disposal Services to 5.0% each year PROPOSED SOLID WASTE RATE INCREASES:
The 2025 Solid Waste Rate Study is based on the 2024/25 budget and recommends rate adjustments for the five-year period beginning in 2025/26 through 2029/30. The rate increases and projections are draft and will be updated with City input. The tables are based on the following assumptions:
SOLID WASTE RATE STUDY
The first rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Subsequent rate increases will be effective July 1 of each year through July 1, 2029.
The City contracts with Mid Valley Disposal to provide weekly solid waste collection to approximately 3,400 residential customers and 250 commercial customers. Solid waste rates are set by Mid Valley Disposal, and a percentage is added on by the City for associated overhead costs.
The last contract amendment with Mid Valley Disposal was in 2021 which extended the terms of agreement through July 1, 2031. Per the contract, solid waste rates will be increased by the annual change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and is capped at 5.0% each year. The rate structure is set by Mid Valley Disposal. Each residential property is billed a flat rate through their monthly utility bill for standard services which includes three 96-gallon totters (Refuse, Recycles, and Green Waste). Commercial accounts are billed based on the size of the bin and the number of times picked up each week. (Table 1) Growth is estimated at 1.0% each year. No major changes in the customer base are expected through 2029/30.
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Proposed Rate Increase % 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Single Family Residential Monthly Bill $36.02 $37.46 $38.96 $40.52 $42.14
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
2 CASH RESERVES
As of July 1, 2024, the beginning fund balance for the Solid Waste Fund is $759,540. (Table 4, line 5)
The operating reserve fund target is 25% of Annual O&M Expenses. (Table 4, line 31) SOLID WASTE REVENUES (Table 2)
Should the projections include revenues from roll off bins? Total budgeted Solid Waste Revenues for 2024/25 are $2.5M. Refuse Collection Charges for 2024/25 are budgeted at $$2,450,377, representing a 3.0% increase from 2023/24.
Locking Lid Revenues are estimated at $22,000 per year and are not anticipated to change over the next five years
State Recycling Grant Revenue are estimated at $5,000 each year and are not projected to increase.
Penalties are budgeted at $50,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Investment Earnings are projected at 1.0% of the cash fund balance each year. Other Revenues are is budgeted at $3,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase over the next five years. Other Revenues include Unrealized Gain/Loss and Collection Proceeds.
SOLID WASTE OPERATING EXPENSES (Table 3)
Total budgeted operating expenses for 2024/25 is $2,506,415 (does not include capital, debt service, or depreciation).
The Solid Waste Fund does not have any debt obligations or capital projects. Disposal Service is increased by 5.0% each year beginning in 2025/26. Contract Services & Locking Lid Fees are escalated by 6.0% each year beginning in 2025/26. All other expenses are escalated by 3.0% each year.
NET REVENUES (Table 2)
Based on historical budget figures, the Solid Waste Fund has been doing well and covering annual expenses. Based on the 2024/25 budget, the Solid Waste Fund will have positive net revenues of approximately $35,739.
$24.34
$28.60
$30.87
$34.63
$35.25
$36.02
$41.35
$45.77
$46.59
$51.52
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
Monthly Solid Waste Bill Survey - March 2025
Single Family Residential
3 Table 1: Current Monthly Solid Waste Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Current FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
RESIDENTIAL
Residential (per set) (1) $22.38 $26.63 $31.69 $32.64 $33.62 $34.63 Residential Extra Toter (each) $12.45 $14.82 $17.64 $18.17 $18.72 $19.28 Locking Lid for Bin (each) $16.10 $19.16 $22.80 $23.48 $24.18 $24.91 1 - Set includes three 96-gallon totters for Refuse, Recycles, and Green Waste Current FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
COMMERCIAL TRASH
1 yard bin
1x per week $43.71 $52.01 $61.89 $63.75 $65.66 $67.63
2x per week $87.37 $103.97 $123.72 $127.43 $131.25 $135.19 3x per week $133.74 $159.15 $189.39 $195.07 $200.92 $206.95 4x per week $173.87 $206.91 $246.22 $253.61 $261.22 $269.06 5x per week $216.40 $257.52 $306.45 $315.64 $325.11 $334.86 6x per week $256.97 $305.79 $363.89 $374.81 $386.05 $397.63 2 yard bin
1x per week $70.57 $83.98 $99.94 $102.94 $106.03 $109.21 2x per week $135.91 $161.73 $192.46 $198.23 $204.18 $210.31 3x per week $199.60 $237.52 $282.65 $291.13 $299.86 $308.86 4x per week $268.48 $319.49 $380.19 $391.60 $403.35 $415.45 5x per week $338.17 $402.42 $478.88 $493.25 $508.05 $523.29 6x per week $404.41 $481.25 $572.69 $589.87 $607.57 $625.80 3 yard bin
1x per week $90.35 $107.52 $127.95 $131.79 $135.74 $139.81 2x per week $178.08 $211.92 $252.18 $259.75 $267.54 $275.57 3x per week $254.10 $302.38 $359.83 $370.62 $381.74 $393.19 4x per week $342.43 $407.49 $484.91 $499.46 $514.44 $529.87 5x per week $430.66 $512.49 $609.86 $628.16 $647.00 $666.41 6x per week $515.40 $613.33 $729.86 $751.76 $774.31 $797.54 4 yard bin
1x per week $110.13 $131.05 $155.95 $160.63 $165.45 $170.41 2x per week $217.67 $259.03 $308.25 $317.50 $327.03 $336.84 3x per week $310.62 $369.64 $439.87 $453.07 $466.66 $480.66 4x per week $418.99 $498.60 $593.33 $611.13 $629.46 $648.34 5x per week $525.72 $625.61 $744.48 $766.81 $789.81 $813.50 6x per week $632.41 $752.57 $895.56 $922.43 $950.10 $978.60 5 yard bin
1x per week $129.95 $154.64 $184.02 $189.54 $195.23 $201.09 2x per week $246.52 $293.36 $349.10 $359.57 $370.36 $381.47 3x per week $348.47 $414.68 $493.47 $508.27 $523.52 $539.23 4x per week $465.92 $554.44 $659.78 $679.57 $699.96 $720.96 5x per week $581.64 $692.15 $823.66 $848.37 $873.82 $900.03 6x per week $697.36 $829.86 $987.53 $1,017.16 $1,047.67 $1,079.10
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
4 Current FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
6 yard bin
1x per week $146.05 $173.80 $206.82 $213.02 $219.41 $225.99 2x per week $274.31 $326.43 $388.45 $400.10 $412.10 $424.46 3x per week $390.11 $464.23 $552.43 $569.00 $586.07 $603.65 4x per week $521.42 $620.49 $738.38 $760.53 $783.35 $806.85 5x per week $651.12 $774.83 $922.05 $949.71 $978.20 $1,007.55 6x per week $780.74 $929.08 $1,105.61 $1,138.78 $1,172.94 $1,208.13
COMMERCIAL RECYCLE
96 Gallon
1x per week $10.98 $11.31 $11.65 $12.00 $12.36 $12.73
2x per week $19.77 $20.36 $20.97 $21.60 $22.25 $22.92
3x per week $28.56 $29.42 $30.30 $31.21 $32.15 $33.11
2 yard bin
1x per week $34.05 $35.07 $36.12 $37.20 $38.32 $39.47
2x per week $61.29 $63.13 $65.02 $66.97 $68.98 $71.05
3x per week $88.53 $91.19 $93.93 $96.75 $99.65 $102.64
3 yard bin
1x per week $43.39 $44.69 $46.03 $47.41 $48.83 $50.29
2x per week $78.10 $80.44 $82.85 $85.34 $87.90 $90.54
3x per week $112.81 $116.19 $119.68 $123.27 $126.97 $130.78 4 yard bin
1x per week $53.82 $55.44 $57.10 $58.81 $60.57 $62.39
2x per week $96.88 $99.78 $102.77 $105.85 $109.03 $112.30 3x per week $139.94 $144.13 $148.45 $152.90 $157.49 $162.21 6 yard bin
1x per week $74.14 $76.37 $78.66 $81.02 $83.45 $85.95
2x per week $133.45 $137.46 $141.58 $145.83 $150.20 $154.71 3x per week $192.77 $198.55 $204.51 $210.65 $216.97 $223.48
COMMERCIAL ORGANIC
96 Gallon
1x per week $16.48 $16.97 $17.48 $18.00 $18.54 $19.10
2x per week $24.16 $24.89 $25.64 $26.41 $27.20 $28.02
3x per week $31.85 $32.81 $33.79 $34.80 $35.84 $36.92
2 yard bin
1x per week $57.89 $59.62 $61.41 $63.25 $65.15 $67.10
2x per week $104.19 $107.32 $110.54 $113.86 $117.28 $120.80 3x per week $150.50 $155.02 $159.67 $164.46 $169.39 $174.47 3 yard bin
1x per week $73.76 $75.97 $78.25 $80.60 $83.02 $85.51
2x per week $132.76 $136.75 $140.85 $145.08 $149.43 $153.91 3x per week $191.77 $197.52 $203.45 $209.55 $215.84 $222.32 COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES continued
Proposed
5 Current FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
ROLL OFF (DROP BOX) SERVICE
20 Yard Container
Delivery $26.55 $27.35 $28.17 $29.02 $29.89 $30.79
Service Charge Per Load $167.08 $172.09 $177.25 $182.57 $188.05 $193.69 Rent (per day) $10.62 $10.94 $11.27 $11.61 $11.96 $12.32 30 Yard Container
Delivery $37.18 $38.29 $39.44 $40.62 $41.84 $43.10
Service Charge Per Load $194.93 $200.78 $206.80 $213.00 $219.39 $225.97 Rent (per day) $10.62 $10.94 $11.27 $11.61 $11.96 $12.32 40 Yard Container
Delivery $47.80 $49.23 $50.71 $52.23 $53.80 $55.41
Service Charge Per Load $233.91 $240.92 $248.15 $255.59 $263.26 $271.16 Rent (per day) $10.62 $10.94 $11.27 $11.61 $11.96 $12.32 Additional Per Ton Disposal
Municipal Solid Waste $47.80 $49.23 $50.71 $52.23 $53.80 $55.41 Recyclables $58.42 $60.17 $61.98 $63.84 $65.76 $67.73
Organics $37.18 $38.29 $39.44 $40.62 $41.84 $43.10
3-Yard Rent-A-Bin Service
Delivery and Removal $132.77 $136.75 $140.85 $145.08 $149.43 $153.91 Additional Service $53.11 $54.70 $56.34 $58.03 $59.77 $61.56 Bulky Item Pick-Up $37.18 $38.30 $39.45 $40.63 $41.85 $43.11
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Enclosure Access $11.42 $11.76 $12.11 $12.47 $12.84 $13.23 Push/Pull Charge $23.90 $24.62 $25.36 $26.12 $26.90 $27.71 Extra Pick-up per Cubic Yard
Municipal Solid Waste $24.27 $25.00 $25.75 $26.52 $27.32 $28.14 Recyclables $13.54 $13.95 $14.37 $14.80 $15.24 $15.70
Organics $19.54 $20.13 $20.73 $21.35 $21.99 $22.65
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES continued
Proposed
6 Table 2: Solid Waste Net Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
REVENUES
Refuse Collection Charges $2,069,396 $2,308,210 $2,380,849 $2,450,377 Locking Lid Revenues $12,579 $0 $22,128 $22,002
Intergovernmental (State Grant) $25,453 $5,047 $5,075 $5,000 Fines and Penalties $8,371 $51,006 $44,865 $50,000
Other Revenues $838 $13,216 $30,550 $14,775
Total Revenues $2,116,637 $2,377,479 $2,483,467 $2,542,154
EXPENSES
Disposal Services $1,294,380 $1,555,949 $1,733,030 $1,898,511 Operations and Maintenance $36,188 $82,568 $64,101 $107,650 Overhead Allocations $461,700 $457,946 $460,420 $500,254 Transfers Out $0 $5,278 $0 $0
Total Expenditures $1,792,268 $2,101,741 $2,257,551 $2,506,415 TOTAL NET REVENUES $324,369 $275,738 $225,916 $35,739
Source: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
Actual
7 FY2016 FY2017 FY2018 FY2019 FY2020 FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 Disposal Service Costs $683,835 $659,368 $904,505 $1,086,801 $1,191,580 $1,258,107 $1,294,380 $1,555,949 $1,603,811 $1,733,030 % Change -3.6% 37.2% 20.2% 9.6% 5.6% 2.9% 20.2% 3.1% 8.1% The last contract amendment with Mid Valley Disposal was in 2021 which extended the terms of agreement through July 1, 2031. Per the contract, the charge of disposal will be increased each year by the annual change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI). $0
$200,000
$400,000
$600,000
$800,000
$1,000,000
$1,200,000
$1,400,000
$1,600,000
$1,800,000
$2,000,000
FY2016 FY2017 FY2018 FY2019 FY2020 FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025 Chart 1. Annual Disposal Service Expense
The costs for Disposal Service are set by Mid Valley Disposal and have increased 178% since 2015/16. The City has no control over these costs. 8 Table 3: Solid Waste Operating Expenses DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Actual Budget Escalation
2023/24 2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 Operating Expenses
Operations & Maintenance
Disposal Service 1,733,030 1,898,511 5.0% 1,993,400 2,093,100 2,197,800 2,307,700 2,423,100 Contract Services 5,375 62,000 5.0% 65,100 68,400 71,800 75,400 79,200 Locking Lid Fee 21,972 22,000 5.0% 23,100 24,300 25,500 26,800 28,100 Other Operations 36,754 23,650 5.0% 24,800 26,000 27,300 28,700 30,100 Subtotal O&M 1,797,131 2,006,161 2,106,400 2,211,800 2,322,400 2,438,600 2,560,500 Overhead Allocation 460,420 500,254 3.0% 515,300 530,800 547,000 563,000 580,000 Total Operating Expenses 2,257,551 2,506,415 2,621,700 2,742,600 2,869,400 3,001,600 3,140,500 % Change 4.6% 4.6% 4.6% 4.6% 4.6%
Source: Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 Projected
9 Table 4: Solid Waste Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Fund Balance [1] $759,540 $795,700 $837,000 $888,800 $951,300 $1,026,200 6 7
8 REVENUES
9 Refuse Collection Charges 2,450,377 2,574,000 2,704,000 2,840,000 2,983,000 3,133,000 10 Locking Lid Revenues 22,002 23,000 24,000 25,000 26,000 27,000 11 Investment Earnings 12,187 8,000 8,400 8,900 9,500 10,300 12 State Recycling Grant Revenue 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 13 Penalties 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000
14 Other Revenues 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000 3,000
15 TOTAL REVENUES 2,542,566 2,663,000 2,794,400 2,931,900 3,076,500 3,228,300 16 17
18 EXPENSES
19 Disposal Service 1,898,511 1,993,400 2,093,100 2,197,800 2,307,700 2,423,100 20 Contract Services 62,000 65,100 68,400 71,800 75,400 79,200 21 Locking Lid Fee 22,000 23,100 24,300 25,500 26,800 28,100 22 Other Operations 23,650 24,800 26,000 27,300 28,700 30,100 23 Overhead Allocation 500,254 515,300 530,800 547,000 563,000 580,000 24 TOTAL EXPENSES 2,506,415 2,621,700 2,742,600 2,869,400 3,001,600 3,140,500 25 26
27 NET REVENUES 36,151 41,300 51,800 62,500 74,900 87,800 28 29 Ending Fund Balance 795,691 837,000 888,800 951,300 1,026,200 1,114,000 30 31 Target (25% of O&M) 626,600 655,400 685,700 717,400 750,400 785,100 32 Target Met? YES YES YES YES YES YES
33 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 Projected
10 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
$0
$500,000
$1,000,000
$1,500,000
$2,000,000
$2,500,000
$3,000,000
$3,500,000
$4,000,000
Chart 2: Projected Solid Waste Revenues & Expenses
Disposal Services Other Expenses
Overhead Allocation Current Solid Waste Revenues
Projected Solid Waste Rate Revenues
Current Solid Waste Rate Revenues = $2.5M
Current Projected
11 Table 5: Proposed Monthly Solid Waste Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Solid Waste Rate Study
Proposed Rate Increase % 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
RESIDENTIAL
Residential (per set) (1) $34.63 $36.02 $37.46 $38.96 $40.52 $42.14 Residential Extra Toter (each) $19.28 $20.05 $20.85 $21.68 $22.55 $23.45 Locking Lid for Bin (each) $24.91 $25.91 $26.95 $28.03 $29.15 $30.32 1 - Set includes three 96-gallon totters for Refuse, Recycles, and Green Waste Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
COMMERCIAL TRASH
1 yard bin
1x per week $67.63 $70.34 $73.15 $76.08 $79.12 $82.28
2x per week $135.19 $140.60 $146.22 $152.07 $158.15 $164.48 3x per week $206.95 $215.23 $223.84 $232.79 $242.10 $251.78 4x per week $269.06 $279.82 $291.01 $302.65 $314.76 $327.35 5x per week $334.86 $348.25 $362.18 $376.67 $391.74 $407.41 6x per week $397.63 $413.54 $430.08 $447.28 $465.17 $483.78 2 yard bin
1x per week $109.21 $113.58 $118.12 $122.84 $127.75 $132.86 2x per week $210.31 $218.72 $227.47 $236.57 $246.03 $255.87 3x per week $308.86 $321.21 $334.06 $347.42 $361.32 $375.77 4x per week $415.45 $432.07 $449.35 $467.32 $486.01 $505.45 5x per week $523.29 $544.22 $565.99 $588.63 $612.18 $636.67 6x per week $625.80 $650.83 $676.86 $703.93 $732.09 $761.37 3 yard bin
1x per week $139.81 $145.40 $151.22 $157.27 $163.56 $170.10 2x per week $275.57 $286.59 $298.05 $309.97 $322.37 $335.26 3x per week $393.19 $408.92 $425.28 $442.29 $459.98 $478.38 4x per week $529.87 $551.06 $573.10 $596.02 $619.86 $644.65 5x per week $666.41 $693.07 $720.79 $749.62 $779.60 $810.78 6x per week $797.54 $829.44 $862.62 $897.12 $933.00 $970.32 4 yard bin
1x per week $170.41 $177.23 $184.32 $191.69 $199.36 $207.33 2x per week $336.84 $350.31 $364.32 $378.89 $394.05 $409.81 3x per week $480.66 $499.89 $519.89 $540.69 $562.32 $584.81 4x per week $648.34 $674.27 $701.24 $729.29 $758.46 $788.80 5x per week $813.50 $846.04 $879.88 $915.08 $951.68 $989.75 6x per week $978.60 $1,017.74 $1,058.45 $1,100.79 $1,144.82 $1,190.61 5 yard bin
1x per week $201.09 $209.13 $217.50 $226.20 $235.25 $244.66 2x per week $381.47 $396.73 $412.60 $429.10 $446.26 $464.11 3x per week $539.23 $560.80 $583.23 $606.56 $630.82 $656.05 4x per week $720.96 $749.80 $779.79 $810.98 $843.42 $877.16 5x per week $900.03 $936.03 $973.47 $1,012.41 $1,052.91 $1,095.03 6x per week $1,079.10 $1,122.26 $1,167.15 $1,213.84 $1,262.39 $1,312.89
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
12 Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
6 yard bin
1x per week $225.99 $235.03 $244.43 $254.21 $264.38 $274.96 2x per week $424.46 $441.44 $459.10 $477.46 $496.56 $516.42 3x per week $603.65 $627.80 $652.91 $679.03 $706.19 $734.44 4x per week $806.85 $839.12 $872.68 $907.59 $943.89 $981.65 5x per week $1,007.55 $1,047.85 $1,089.76 $1,133.35 $1,178.68 $1,225.83 6x per week $1,208.13 $1,256.46 $1,306.72 $1,358.99 $1,413.35 $1,469.88
COMMERCIAL RECYCLE
96 Gallon
1x per week $12.73 $13.24 $13.77 $14.32 $14.89 $15.49
2x per week $22.92 $23.84 $24.79 $25.78 $26.81 $27.88
3x per week $33.11 $34.43 $35.81 $37.24 $38.73 $40.28
2 yard bin
1x per week $39.47 $41.05 $42.69 $44.40 $46.18 $48.03
2x per week $71.05 $73.89 $76.85 $79.92 $83.12 $86.44
3x per week $102.64 $106.75 $111.02 $115.46 $120.08 $124.88 3 yard bin
1x per week $50.29 $52.30 $54.39 $56.57 $58.83 $61.18
2x per week $90.54 $94.16 $97.93 $101.85 $105.92 $110.16 3x per week $130.78 $136.01 $141.45 $147.11 $152.99 $159.11 4 yard bin
1x per week $62.39 $64.89 $67.49 $70.19 $73.00 $75.92
2x per week $112.30 $116.79 $121.46 $126.32 $131.37 $136.62 3x per week $162.21 $168.70 $175.45 $182.47 $189.77 $197.36 6 yard bin
1x per week $85.95 $89.39 $92.97 $96.69 $100.56 $104.58 2x per week $154.71 $160.90 $167.34 $174.03 $180.99 $188.23 3x per week $223.48 $232.42 $241.72 $251.39 $261.45 $271.91
COMMERCIAL ORGANIC
96 Gallon
1x per week $19.10 $19.86 $20.65 $21.48 $22.34 $23.23
2x per week $28.02 $29.14 $30.31 $31.52 $32.78 $34.09
3x per week $36.92 $38.40 $39.94 $41.54 $43.20 $44.93
2 yard bin
1x per week $67.10 $69.78 $72.57 $75.47 $78.49 $81.63
2x per week $120.80 $125.63 $130.66 $135.89 $141.33 $146.98 3x per week $174.47 $181.45 $188.71 $196.26 $204.11 $212.27 3 yard bin
1x per week $85.51 $88.93 $92.49 $96.19 $100.04 $104.04 2x per week $153.91 $160.07 $166.47 $173.13 $180.06 $187.26 3x per week $222.32 $231.21 $240.46 $250.08 $260.08 $270.48 COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES continued
Proposed
13 Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
ROLL OFF (DROP BOX) SERVICE
20 Yard Container
Delivery $30.79 $32.02 $33.30 $34.63 $36.02 $37.46
Service Charge Per Load $193.69 $201.44 $209.50 $217.88 $226.60 $235.66 Rent (per day) $12.32 $12.81 $13.32 $13.85 $14.40 $14.98 30 Yard Container
Delivery $43.10 $44.82 $46.61 $48.47 $50.41 $52.43
Service Charge Per Load $225.97 $235.01 $244.41 $254.19 $264.36 $274.93 Rent (per day) $12.32 $12.81 $13.32 $13.85 $14.40 $14.98 40 Yard Container
Delivery $55.41 $57.63 $59.94 $62.34 $64.83 $67.42
Service Charge Per Load $271.16 $282.01 $293.29 $305.02 $317.22 $329.91 Rent (per day) $12.32 $12.81 $13.32 $13.85 $14.40 $14.98 Additional Per Ton Disposal
Municipal Solid Waste $55.41 $57.63 $59.94 $62.34 $64.83 $67.42 Recyclables $67.73 $70.44 $73.26 $76.19 $79.24 $82.41
Organics $43.10 $44.82 $46.61 $48.47 $50.41 $52.43
3-Yard Rent-A-Bin Service
Delivery and Removal $153.91 $160.07 $166.47 $173.13 $180.06 $187.26 Additional Service $61.56 $64.02 $66.58 $69.24 $72.01 $74.89 Bulky Item Pick-Up $43.11 $44.83 $46.62 $48.48 $50.42 $52.44
MISCELLANEOUS FEES
Enclosure Access $13.23 $13.76 $14.31 $14.88 $15.48 $16.10 Push/Pull Charge $27.71 $28.82 $29.97 $31.17 $32.42 $33.72 Extra Pick-up per Cubic Yard
Municipal Solid Waste $28.14 $29.27 $30.44 $31.66 $32.93 $34.25 Recyclables $15.70 $16.33 $16.98 $17.66 $18.37 $19.10
Organics $22.65 $23.56 $24.50 $25.48 $26.50 $27.56
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES continued
Proposed
14 1
City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Draft Tables V2 – March 31, 2025
UPDATES FROM V1
- Remove $1.5 million Storage Tank project from Water CIP - Include $50,000 for Water Main Replacements in the CIP for all 5 years - Escalate capital project costs by 5.0% each year beginning in 2025/26 - Add $200,000 each year for Meter Replacements beginning in 2027/28 as Meter Install and Retrofit Charges are phased out
WATER RATE SCENARIOS:
- Scenario 1: Includes $500,000 for GSP Expenses
- Scenario 2: Includes $1.5 million for GSP Expenses
-
Here is a comparison of the proposed water rate increases:
Here is a comparison of the proposed monthly bill for an average residential customer that uses 16 hcf/month:
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: $500,000 in Total GSP Expenses 23.0% 23.0% 16.0% 16.0% 16.0% Scenario 2: $1.5M in Total GSP Expenses 27.0% 27.0% 15.0% 15.0% 15.0% Proposed Annual Water Rate Increases
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: $500,000 in Total GSP Expenses $48.34 $54.08 $66.90 $77.94 $90.86 Scenario 2: $1.5M in Total GSP Expenses $48.34 $55.84 $71.36 $82.39 $95.09 Monthly Water Residential Bill Comparison (16 hcf)
2 PROPOSED RATES FOR SCENARIO 1: $500,000 IN TOTAL GSP EXPENSES PROPOSED RATES FOR SCENARIO 2: $1.5 MILLION IN TOTAL GSP EXPENSES 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22
1 1/2" $42.55 $45.59 $56.08 $65.05 $75.45 $87.53
2" $61.51 $65.16 $80.15 $92.97 $107.84 $125.10
3" $112.07 $117.35 $144.34 $167.44 $194.21 $225.29
4" $168.96 $176.07 $216.56 $251.21 $291.37 $338.01
6" $326.97 $339.17 $417.16 $483.91 $561.27 $651.11
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.55 $1.93 $2.26 $2.65 $3.10
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.27 $2.83 $3.31 $3.88 $4.54 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.83 $2.28 $2.67 $3.13 $3.66 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39
1 1/2" $42.55 $47.08 $59.79 $68.74 $79.05 $90.91
2" $61.51 $67.29 $85.46 $98.25 $112.99 $129.93
3" $112.07 $121.18 $153.91 $176.94 $203.48 $234.00
4" $168.96 $181.80 $230.91 $265.46 $305.29 $351.07
6" $326.97 $350.20 $444.81 $511.36 $588.09 $676.27
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.60 $2.06 $2.39 $2.77 $3.22
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.35 $3.01 $3.50 $4.06 $4.72 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.89 $2.43 $2.82 $3.28 $3.80 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
3 The 2025 Water Rate Study is based on the 2024/25 budget and recommends rate adjustments for the five-year period beginning in 2025/26 through 2029/30. The rate increases and projections are draft and will be updated with City input. The tables are based on the following assumptions:
WATER RATE STUDY
The first rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Subsequent rate increases will be effective July 1 of each year through July 1, 2029.
The City’s current water rate structure includes three components (Table 1):
1) Fixed Meter Charges
2) Commodity Rates, and
3) City Wide System Upgrade (Meter Install and Retrofit) Charges. Fixed Meter Charges: All customers, residential and non-residential, are charged the same fixed charges based on their meter size.
Commodity Rates: Residential customers are billed according to a two-tiered inclining rate structure in which the cost per unit of water increases as customers use more water. A hundred cubic feet (hcf) unit of water is equal to 748 gallons of water. Non-residential customers are charged a uniform rate for all water use.
City Wide System Upgrade (Meter Install and Retrofit) Charges (Table 3): The total cost for metering the entire City was approximately $4.5 million. To pay for the meter installations, the City adopted separate monthly Meter Install and Retrofit Charges. For customers whose meters were installed in 2013, the monthly charge is $6.51. For customers whose meters were retrofitted in 2014 and 2015, the monthly charge is $2.44. The City Wide System Upgrade Charges generate approximately $200,000 each year. The charges are supposed to be levied for a 12-year period and will begin to be phased out stating in 2025/26. Total number of customers = 4,069 customers, majority are single family residential (SFR) customers
Average water use = 16 hcf per month
Average SFR monthly bill = $48.34 (not including System Upgrade Charges) Growth is estimated at 1.0% each year. No major changes in the customer base are expected through 2029/30.
CASH RESERVES
As of July 1, 2024, the beginning fund balance for the Water Fund is $2,626,197. (Table 8, line 5) 2019 Study recommended establishing a separate Water Capital Reserve Fund. The proposed operating reserve fund target is 25% of Annual O&M Expenses + $500,000 (Equivalent to One Year’s Annual Debt Service Payment or a reserve for the Groundwater Management Plan) (Table 8, line 56)
WATER REVENUES (Table 4)
Total budgeted Water Fund Revenues for 2024/25 are $6.7M. 4 Water Rates for 2024/25 are estimated at $2,726,000 in the cash flow based on 2023/24 actuals.
o The 2023/24 budget projected $2,960,225 for Water Rates revenues. However, actual revenues were 8.0% lower than budgeted because total consumption decreased 7.0% from 2022/23.
o The 2024/25 budget includes $2,952,350 for Water Rates revenues. Water-Bond System Upgrade Charges are estimated at $205,000 for 2024/25. The charges anticipated to begin phasing out in 2025/26 through 2027/28. Water Disconnect/Reconnect revenues are projected at $34,750 for 2024/25 and are not expected to increase over the next 5 years.
Water Connection Fees are budgeted at $25,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Other Charges for Service are estimated at $25,100 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Other Charges for Service includes Standby Fees, Application Fee, Hydrant Meter Rent, Repairs Charged to Customer, Water Sales - LLMD, Bulk Water Sales, Water Turn Offs/Repairs & Water Systems Upgrade.
Investment Earnings are projected at 1.0% of the cash fund balance each year. CREB Subsidy is budgeted at $68,511 for 2024/25 and is not anticipated to change over the next five years.
Other Revenues are projected to total $38,134 for 2024/25 and is not anticipated to change over the next five years. Other Revenues include Unrealized Gain/Loss, Collection Proceeds, Payroll Reimbursements, Miscellaneous Revenues, and Amortization of Premium. Fines and Penalties are estimated at $50,000 each year and are not projected to increase. Transfers In for 2024/25 are budgeted at $3.2M and include $2.9M in ARPA funds. This is a onetime revenue source. For future years, Transfers In are projected at $305,000 annually beginning in 2025/26.
WATER OPERATING EXPENSES (Table 5)
Total budgeted operating expenses for 2024/25 is $2.831,937 (does not include capital, debt service, or depreciation).
Salaries & Benefits are increased by 10.0% beginning in 2025/26 each year to account for the need to increase overall salaries.
Projections include a new water employee in 2025/25 at an estimated cost of $100,000/year Energy is increased by 17.0% each year beginning in 2025/26. All other expenses are increased by 3.0% each year.
Groundwater Management Plan expenses are budgeted at $7,500 for 2024/25. Beginning in 2025/26, expenses include $100,000 per year as a placeholder for future GSP expenses. The goal is to build a $500,000 reserve for Groundwater Sustainability Plan projects by 2029/30. Contract Services increased from $58,600 to $120,000 in the 2024/25 budget. Is this a one-time increase?
Liability Insurance increased from $53,297 to $74,475 in the 2024/25 budget. Is this a one-time increase?
5 NET REVENUES (Table 4)
Based on historical budget figures, the Water Fund did not fully cover expenses in 2022/23. The 2024/25 budget also projects an operating deficit of approximately $656,150 which will be drawn down from cash reserves.
CAPITAL PROJECTS (Table 6)
The Five-Year (2024/25 through 2028/29) CIP includes a total of $6.8M in projects. In 2024/25, $2.9M in projects (Water Tanks Backup Generators, Well No. 16 Development, and Berenda Slough Water Extension) will be paid for with ARPA funds. The remaining $3.9M in projects include Well No. 17 Development, Water Main Replacements, Well No. 15 Development, and Water Storage Tank No. 3. These projects will all be cash-funded.
OUTSTANDING DEBT
Water Fund currently has 2 outstanding debt obligation: (Table 8, line 34) o 2016 Safe Drinking Water Revolving Fund loan for $3,205,991 Annual debt service = $160,300
Last payment is due in July 2038
o 2017 Water Revenue Bonds for $8,160,000
Annual debt service ranges from $329,000 to $418,000
Last payment is due in June 2047
Based on historical budget figures, the Water Fund has been meeting its debt service coverage covenant
A debt service coverage ratio is a financial measure of an agency’s ability to repay outstanding debt. The ratio requires that annual water net revenues (gross revenues less operating and maintenance expenses) must be at least 1.25 times the combined annual debt service payments on all parity obligations. Failure to meet the debt service coverage ratio on an annual basis is considered to be technical default. Moreover, failing to meet coverage could make it difficult for the City to obtain additional debt funding. Therefore, rates and fees must be set to meet this legal requirement.
WATER RATE STRUCTURE
Because the City had just completed metering all customers, the 2019 study recommended waiting until the City had a few years’ worth of actual consumption data before making any rate structure changes.
Per Proposition 218 and legal rulings, each water rate tier breakpoint (i.e. the consumption used in each tier) and the price of each tier must be individually cost-justified. Higher use must be directly tied to specific costs such as imported water, higher electricity costs associated with peak pumping, increased maintenance, and/or conservation programs. Tiers can no longer be assigned to customers solely based on conservation objectives. Because the City relies solely on groundwater for its supply, it can be difficult to assign additional costs to the higher tiers. 6 Commodity Rate Options (Tables 11 and 17):
o Option A: Change tier breakpoint to reflect average SFR monthly use Tier 1: 0 – 16 hcf
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf
o Option B: Uniform tier - eliminate the tiered rate structure for residential customers and implement a single uniform tier for all customers.
All Usage (per hcf)
o The impact to the average SFR bill is shown on Tables 13 and 19. $27.09
$28.70 $32.25
$45.74
$50.11
$50.78
$51.18
$54.08
$55.84
$58.51
$69.21
$69.69
$73.27
$80.31
$82.80
$102.94
$119.00
$0
$20
$40
$60
$80
$100
$120
$140
Monthly Water Bill Survey - March 2025
Single Family Residential (1" meter, 16 hcf monthly use) *Includes $2.44 meter replacement fee
7 Table 1: Current Monthly Water Rates DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2019 2020/21 2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
METER CHARGES
Meter Size
1" $20.59 $22.00 $23.10 $24.26 $25.47 $26.74
1 1/2" $30.03 $35.00 $36.75 $38.59 $40.52 $42.55
2" $41.36 $50.60 $53.13 $55.79 $58.58 $61.51
3" $77.23 $92.20 $96.81 $101.65 $106.73 $112.07
4" $130.10 $139.00 $145.95 $153.25 $160.91 $168.96
6" $275.48 $269.00 $282.45 $296.57 $311.40 $326.97
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf $0.97 $1.11 $1.17 $1.23 $1.29 $1.35
Tier 2: Over 18 hcf $1.25 $1.43 $1.50 $1.58 $1.66 $1.74 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.04 $1.20 $1.26 $1.32 $1.39 $1.46
METER INSTALL & RETROFIT CHARGES
2013 Metered Customers $6.51 $6.51 $6.51 $6.51 $6.51 $6.51 2014 Retrofitted Customers $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 2015 Retrofitted Customers $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 $2.44 1 - 1 hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
MONTHLY WATER RATES
8 Table 2: Historical Water Sales Revenues for 2022/23 and 2023/24 DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Meter Size No. of Meters
2022/23
Monthly Rate
Total
Revenues % of Total Meter Size No. of Meters
2023/24
Monthly Rate
Total
Revenues % of Total
1" 3,765 $24.26 $1,096,067 87.9% 1" 3,891 $25.47 $1,189,245 87.8% 1 1/2" 29 $38.59 $13,429 1.1% 1 1/2" 28 $40.52 $13,615 1.0% 2" 104 $55.79 $69,626 5.6% 2" 108 $58.58 $75,920 5.6%
3" 17 $101.65 $20,737 1.7% 3" 20 $106.73 $25,615 1.9%
4" 18 $153.25 $33,102 2.7% 4" 18 $160.91 $34,757 2.6%
6" 4 $296.57 $14,235 1.1% 6" 4 $311.40 $14,947 1.1%
Total Fixed Revenues 3,937 $1,247,196 100.0% Total Fixed Revenues 4,069 $1,354,099 100.0% Annual
Consumption (hcf)
2022/23
Rates
Total
Revenues % of Total
Annual
Consumption
(hcf) 2023/24 Rates
Total
Revenues % of Total
Single Family Residential Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 491,503 $1.23 $604,549 42.5% Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 478,614 $1.29 $617,412 45.5% Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 225,138 $1.58 $355,718 25.0% Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 187,001 $1.66 $310,422 22.9% Subtotal 716,641 $960,267 67.5% Subtotal 665,615 $927,834 68.3% All Other Customers 349,808 $1.32 $461,747 32.5% All Other Customers 309,441 $1.39 $430,123 31.7% Total Commodity Rate 1,066,449 $1,422,013 100.0% Total Commodity Rate 975,056 $1,357,957 100.0% Total
Revenues % of Total
Total
Revenues % of Total
Fixed Charges $1,247,196 47% Fixed Charges $1,354,099 50% Commodity Rates $1,422,013 53% Commodity Rates $1,357,957 50% Total Water Sales Revenues $2,669,209 100% Total Water Sales Revenues $2,712,055 100%
TOTAL WATER SALES REVENUES TOTAL WATER SALES REVENUES
FY2022/23 FY2023/24
METER CHARGES METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATES COMMODITY RATES
9 Table 3: Water System Upgrade Fees (Meter Install and Retrofit Charges) DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Charge
No. of
Customers Monthly Fee
Total Annual
Revenue
Total Revenue
for 12-Years
Year Fee
Expires
2013 System Upgrade Meter Fee (Rate Code 5004) 1,819 $6.51 $142,100 $1,705,203 2025 2014 & 2015 System Upgrade Retrofit (Rate Code 5003) 1,979 $2.44 $57,945 $695,341 2026 & 2027 Total 3,798 $200,045 $2,400,545
10 Table 4: Water Net Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Revenues
Water Sales $2,471,837 $2,677,901 $2,725,197 $2,952,350 Water Bond-Systems Upgrade [1] $193,431 $205,942 $200,000 $205,000 Water Connection Fees $55,992 $29,252 $3,096 $25,000
Other Charges for Services $19,150 $50,893 $44,212 $60,100 Fines and Penalties $11,606 $86,137 $68,643 $88,000
Other Revenues $125,788 $155,814 $200,970 $142,815
Transfers In $291,291 $376,824 $2,032,075 $3,241,440
Total Revenues $3,169,095 $3,582,763 $5,274,193 $6,714,705 Expenditures [2]
Salaries and Benefits ($145,154) $1,221,072 $619,871 $749,246 Operations and Maintenance $1,109,544 $1,139,459 $1,048,101 $1,350,505 Debt Service $441,360 $368,061 $553,571 $553,621
Capital Outlay [3] $0 $0 $2,088,310 $3,675,587
Overhead Allocations $584,485 $677,212 $701,190 $732,186 Transfers Out $284,831 $327,354 $289,027 $309,710
Total Expenditures $2,275,066 $3,733,158 $5,300,069 $7,370,855 Total Net Revenues $894,029 ($150,395) ($25,876) ($656,150) Source: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
1 - How much was received in Bond System Upgrade charges in 2023/24? Not included in Trial Balance Account Summary 2 - Does not include Depreciation
3 - 2023/24 Capital Outlay information provided by staff (email 3/13/2025) Actual
11 Table 5: Water Operating Expenses DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Actual Budget Escalation
2023/24 2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits [1] $619,871 $749,246 10.0% $934,000 $1,027,000 $1,130,000 $1,243,000 $1,367,000 Operations & Maintenance
Energy 692,155 765,753 17.0% 896,000 1,048,000 1,226,000 1,434,000 1,678,000 System Repairs 131,375 180,000 3.0% 185,000 191,000 197,000 203,000 209,000 Contracted Services [2] 9,512 120,000 3.0% 124,000 128,000 132,000 136,000 140,000 Groundwater Management Plan [3] 0 7,500 0.0% 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 Liability Insurance [4] 53,446 74,457 3.0% 77,000 79,000 81,000 83,000 85,000 Other Operations 161,613 202,795 3.0% 229,000 236,000 243,000 250,000 258,000 Subtotal O&M 1,048,101 1,350,505 1,611,000 1,782,000 1,979,000 2,206,000 2,470,000 Overhead Allocation 701,190 732,186 3.0% 754,000 777,000 800,000 824,000 849,000 Total Operating Expenses 2,369,162 2,831,937 3,299,000 3,586,000 3,909,000 4,273,000 4,686,000 % Change 19.5% 16.5% 8.7% 9.0% 9.3% 9.7%
1 - Includes one new Water System employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new worker is estimated at $100,000/year. 2 - Contract Services increased from $58,600 to $120,000 in the 2024/25 budget. Is this a one-time increase? 3 - Current costs are unknown. Objective is to build a $750,000 reserve for future expenses. 4 - Liability Insurance increased from $53,297 to $74,475 in the 2024/25 budget. Is this a one-time increase? Projected
12 Table 6: Water Capital Improvement Projects DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total W-10 Well No. 17 Development [1] - - - $110,000 $1,550,000 $1,660,000 W-3 Water Main Replacement, Various Locations $250,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $450,000 W-4 Well No. 15 Development $380,105 - - - - $380,105
W-6 Water Tanks Backup Generators $533,000 - - - - $533,000 W-7 Well No. 16 Development $1,460,000 - - - - $1,460,000 W-9 Berenda Slough Water Extension $944,230 - - - - $944,230 Meter Replacements - - - $200,000 $200,000 $400,000
Total Water Capital Projects $3,567,335 $50,000 $50,000 $360,000 $1,800,000 $5,827,335 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Water Capital Projects - Escalated Costs $3,567,335 $52,500 $55,125 $416,745 $2,187,911 $6,279,616 Source: City of Chowchilla Capital Improvement Plan '24/'25 thru '28/'29 Projects funded with ARPA Funds $2,937,230
Remaining Projects to be Funded $3,342,386
Total CIP $6,279,616
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
13 Table 7: Water Cost Allocation DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Expenses
Budget
2024/25 Base Extra Meters Cust. Service Total
Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits $749,246 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 100% Operations & Maintenance
Energy $765,753 51.9% 48.1% 0.0% 0.0% 100%
System Repairs $180,000 51.9% 13.1% 25.0% 10.0% 100%
Contracted Services $120,000 51.9% 13.1% 25.0% 10.0% 100% Groundwater Management Plan $7,500 51.9% 23.1% 25.0% 0.0% 100% Liability Insurance $74,457 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 100% Other Operations $202,795 51.9% 13.1% 25.0% 10.0% 100%
Subtotal O&M $2,099,751 $868,667 $641,379 $333,500 $256,205 $2,099,751 Overhead Allocation
Overhead Allocation GF $389,188 0.0% 0.0% 50.0% 50.0% 100% Overhead Allocation Streets $151,782 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% 0.0% 100% Overhead Allocation Fleet $37,722 0.0% 0.0% 100.0% 0.0% 100% Overhead Allocation IT $153,494 0.0% 0.0% 50.0% 50.0% 100% Subtotal Overhead Allocation $732,186 $0 $0 $460,845 $271,341 $732,186 Debt Service $534,895 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 25.0% 100%
(5-year Avg) $133,724 $133,724 $133,724 $133,724 $534,895 Capital Projects $850,456 30.0% 30.0% 25.0% 15.0% 100%
(5-year Avg) $255,137 $255,137 $212,614 $127,568 $850,456 Total Water Expenses $4,217,288 $1,257,528 $1,030,240 $1,140,682 $788,838 $4,217,288 Total Cost Allocation 29.8% 24.4% 27.0% 18.7% 100.0%
14 Table 8: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Water Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 23.0% 23.0% 16.0% 16.0% 16.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $2,626,197 $1,743,447 $1,584,195 $1,890,240 $2,186,083 $1,145,788 6 7 REVENUES
8 Charges for Service
9 Water Rates [2] 2,726,000 3,387,000 4,208,000 4,930,000 5,776,000 6,767,000 10 Water-Bond System Upgrades [3] 205,000 100,023 57,945 28,973 0 0 11 Water Disconnect/Reconnect 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 12 Water Connection Fees 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 13 Other Charges for Service [4] 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 14 Total Charges for Service 3,015,850 3,571,873 4,350,795 5,043,823 5,860,850 6,851,850 15 Other Revenues
16 Investment Earnings 36,170 17,400 15,800 18,900 21,900 11,500 17 CREB Subsidy 68,511 68,500 68,500 68,500 68,500 68,500 18 Other Revenues 38,134 39,000 40,000 41,000 42,000 43,000 19 Total Other Revenues 142,815 124,900 124,300 128,400 132,400 123,000 20 Fines & Penalties 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 21 Transfers In 3,241,440 305,000 305,000 305,000 305,000 305,000 22 TOTAL REVENUES 6,488,105 4,089,773 4,868,095 5,565,223 6,386,250 7,367,850 23 24 EXPENSES
25 Operating Expenses
26 Salaries & Benefits 749,246 934,000 1,027,000 1,130,000 1,243,000 1,367,000 27 Operations & Maintenance 1,343,005 1,511,000 1,682,000 1,879,000 2,106,000 2,370,000 28 Groundwater Management Plan 7,500 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 29 Overhead Allocation 732,186 754,000 777,000 800,000 824,000 849,000 30 Total Operating Expenses 2,831,937 3,299,000 3,586,000 3,909,000 4,273,000 4,686,000 31 32 Net Operating Revenue 3,656,168 790,773 1,282,095 1,656,223 2,113,250 2,681,850 33 34 Debt Service
35 2016 SWRCB 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 36 2017 Bonds 393,321 329,226 352,626 375,335 397,334 418,458 37 Total Debt Service 553,621 489,525 512,925 535,634 557,633 578,757 38 39 Capital Outlay
40 Water CIP [5] 3,567,335 52,500 55,125 416,745 2,187,911 1,000,000 41 Vehicles, Machinery & Equip 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 42 Fleet Program 18,252 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 43 Infrastructure 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 44 Total Capital Expenses 3,675,587 160,500 163,125 524,745 2,295,911 1,108,000 45 46 Transfers Out 309,710 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 47 48 TOTAL EXPENSES 7,370,855 4,249,025 4,562,050 5,269,379 7,426,545 6,672,757 49 50 Coverage Ratio (1.25x) 6.60 1.62 2.50 3.09 3.79 4.63 51 52 Net Total Revenues (882,750) (159,252) 306,045 295,843 (1,040,295) 695,093 53 54 Ending Fund Balance 1,743,447 1,584,195 1,890,240 2,186,083 1,145,788 1,840,881 55 56 Target (25% of O&M + $500,000) [6] 1,208,000 1,324,800 1,396,500 1,477,300 1,568,300 1,671,500 57 Target Met? YES YES YES YES NO YES
58 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Based on 2023/24 actuals
3 - Assumes that the System Upgrade Meter Fees will be phased out by 2028 4 - Includes Standby Fees, Application Fee, Hydrant Meter Rent, Repairs Charged to Customer, Water Sales - LLMD, Bulk Water Sales, Water Turn Offs/Repairs & Water System 5 - Capital projects for 2029/30 estimated
6 - Recommended target is 25% of O&M per City Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual + $500,000 for Groundwater Management Plan or Annual Debt Service Projected
15 Table 9: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Annual Revenue Requirement Allocation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Total Revenue Requirement [1] $3,387,000 $4,208,000 $4,930,000 $5,776,000 $6,767,000
FIXED CHARGES
Meters & Services 27.0% $916,108 $1,138,170 $1,333,455 $1,562,279 $1,830,322 Customer Service Charge 18.7% $633,534 $787,101 $922,150 $1,080,394 $1,265,759 Total Fixed Charges 45.8% $1,549,642 $1,925,271 $2,255,605 $2,642,673 $3,096,081
CONSUMPTION CHARGES
Base 29.8% $1,009,949 $1,254,758 $1,470,047 $1,722,310 $2,017,811 Extra 24.4% $827,409 $1,027,971 $1,204,348 $1,411,017 $1,653,108 Total Consumption Charges 54.2% $1,837,358 $2,282,729 $2,674,395 $3,133,327 $3,670,919 TOTAL 100.0% $3,387,000 $4,208,000 $4,930,000 $5,776,000 $6,767,000 1 - From Cash Flow (Table 8, line 9)
Cost
Allocation %
Projected
16 Table 10: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Water Fixed Charge Derivation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
REVENUE REQUIREMENT
Meters & Services $916,108 $1,138,170 $1,333,455 $1,562,279 $1,830,322 Customer Service Charge $633,534 $787,101 $922,150 $1,080,394 $1,265,759 Total Fixed Charge Revenue Requirement $1,549,642 $1,925,271 $2,255,605 $2,642,673 $3,096,081 Total Meters & Service Revenue Requirement 7.8% $916,108 $1,138,170 $1,333,455 $1,562,279 $1,830,322 Total Number of Meter Equivalents 4,681 4,728 4,775 4,823 4,871 Total Meter Equivalent Charge $16.31 $20.06 $23.27 $26.99 $31.31 Meter Size Meter Ratio
1" 1.0 $16.31 $20.06 $23.27 $26.99 $31.31
1-1/2" 2.0 $32.62 $40.12 $46.54 $53.98 $62.62
2" 3.2 $52.19 $64.19 $74.46 $86.37 $100.19
3" 6.4 $104.38 $128.38 $148.93 $172.74 $200.38
4" 10.0 $163.10 $200.60 $232.70 $269.90 $313.10
6" 20.0 $326.20 $401.20 $465.40 $539.80 $626.20
Total Customer Service Charge Rev Requiremen 7.8% $633,534 $787,101 $922,150 $1,080,394 $1,265,759 Total Number of Customers 4,069 4,110 4,151 4,193 4,235 Total Customer Service Charge per Account $12.97 $15.96 $18.51 $21.47 $24.91 Current
Meter Size Rates
1" $26.74 $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22
1-1/2" $42.55 $45.59 $56.08 $65.05 $75.45 $87.53
2" $61.51 $65.16 $80.15 $92.97 $107.84 $125.10
3" $112.07 $117.35 $144.34 $167.44 $194.21 $225.29
4" $168.96 $176.07 $216.56 $251.21 $291.37 $338.01
6" $326.97 $339.17 $417.16 $483.91 $561.27 $651.11
1 - Total Monthly Fixed Charge is the sum of the "Meter Equivalent Charge" by meter size plus the "Total Customer Service Charge per Account" C. TOTAL MONTHLY FIXED CHARGE [1]
Projected
A. METER EQUIVALENT CHARGE
Meter Equivalent Charge by Meter Size
B. CUSTOMER SERVICE CHARGE
17 Table 11: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Commodity Rate Derivation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
REVENUE REQUIREMENT
Base Revenue Requirement $1,009,949 $1,254,758 $1,470,047 $1,722,310 $2,017,811 Extra Revenue Requirement $827,409 $1,027,971 $1,204,348 $1,411,017 $1,653,108 Total Consumption Charges $1,837,358 $2,282,729 $2,674,395 $3,133,327 $3,670,919
COMMODITY CHARGE DERIVATION
Single Family Residential Customers
Tier 1 Revenue Requirement $729,790 $906,689 $1,062,257 $1,244,543 $1,458,071 Tier 1: 0-16 hcf Consumption 469,905 469,905 469,905 469,905 469,905 Tier 1 Rate per hcf $1.55 $1.93 $2.26 $2.65 $3.10
Tier 2 Revenue Requirement $503,233 $625,216 $732,489 $858,186 $1,005,427 Tier 2: Above 16 hcf Consumption 221,223 221,223 221,223 221,223 221,223 Tier 2 Rate per hcf $2.27 $2.83 $3.31 $3.88 $4.54
All Other Customers
Base Revenue Requirement $280,159 $348,069 $407,790 $477,768 $559,740 Extra Revenue Requirement $324,176 $402,755 $471,859 $552,831 $647,681 Total Commodity Rev Requirement $604,335 $750,824 $879,649 $1,030,599 $1,207,421 Projected Consumption (ccf) [1] 329,625 329,625 329,625 329,625 329,625 Commodity Charge per ccf $1.83 $2.28 $2.67 $3.13 $3.66
1 - Based on 2023/24 total consumption
Projected
18 Table 12: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Proposed Monthly Water Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22
1 1/2" $42.55 $45.59 $56.08 $65.05 $75.45 $87.53
2" $61.51 $65.16 $80.15 $92.97 $107.84 $125.10
3" $112.07 $117.35 $144.34 $167.44 $194.21 $225.29
4" $168.96 $176.07 $216.56 $251.21 $291.37 $338.01
6" $326.97 $339.17 $417.16 $483.91 $561.27 $651.11
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.55 $1.93 $2.26 $2.65 $3.10
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.27 $2.83 $3.31 $3.88 $4.54 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.83 $2.28 $2.67 $3.13 $3.66 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
19 Table 13: Scenario 1: $500,000 GSP Expenses - Single Family Residential Bill Impacts DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Monthly Use Current Monthly Use
(hcf) Bill (hcf) 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 LOW WATER USE: 9 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 9 $12.15 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 9 $13.95 $17.37 $20.34 $23.85 $27.90 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 0 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Subtotal Commodity Rate 9 $12.15 Subtotal Commodity Rate 9 $13.95 $17.37 $20.34 $23.85 $27.90 Total Monthly Water Bill $38.89 Total Monthly Water Bill $43.23 $53.39 $62.12 $72.31 $84.12 $ Change $ Change $4.34 $10.16 $8.73 $10.19 $11.81
% Change % Change 11.2% 23.5% 16.4% 16.4% 16.3%
AVERAGE USE: 16 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 16 $21.60 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $24.80 $30.88 $36.16 $42.40 $49.60 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 0 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Subtotal Commodity Rate 16 $21.60 Subtotal Commodity Rate 16 $24.80 $30.88 $36.16 $42.40 $49.60 Total Monthly Water Bill $48.34 Total Monthly Water Bill $54.08 $66.90 $77.94 $90.86 $105.82 $ Change $ Change $5.74 $12.82 $11.04 $12.92 $14.96
% Change % Change 11.9% 23.7% 16.5% 16.6% 16.5%
PREVIOUS TIER BREAKPOINT: 18 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 18 $24.30 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $24.80 $30.88 $36.16 $42.40 $49.60 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 2 $4.54 $5.66 $6.62 $7.76 $9.08 Subtotal Commodity Rate 18 $24.30 Subtotal Commodity Rate 18 $29.34 $36.54 $42.78 $50.16 $58.68 Total Monthly Water Bill $51.04 Total Monthly Water Bill $58.62 $72.56 $84.56 $98.62 $114.90 $ Change $ Change $7.58 $13.94 $12.00 $14.06 $16.28
% Change % Change 14.9% 23.8% 16.5% 16.6% 16.5%
HIGH WATER USE: 34 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 18 $24.30 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $24.80 $30.88 $36.16 $42.40 $49.60 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 16 $27.84 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 18 $40.86 $50.94 $59.58 $69.84 $81.72 Subtotal Commodity Rate 34 $52.14 Subtotal Commodity Rate 34 $65.66 $81.82 $95.74 $112.24 $131.32 Total Monthly Water Bill $78.88 Total Monthly Water Bill $94.94 $117.84 $137.52 $160.70 $187.54 $ Change $ Change $16.06 $22.90 $19.68 $23.18 $26.84
% Change % Change 20.4% 24.1% 16.7% 16.9% 16.7%
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BILL IMPACTS - 1" METER
Proposed
20 Table 14: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Water Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 27.0% 27.0% 15.0% 15.0% 15.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $2,626,197 $1,743,447 $1,494,195 $1,877,340 $2,253,083 $1,288,388 6 7 REVENUES
8 Charges for Service
9 Water Rates [2] 2,726,000 3,497,000 4,486,000 5,210,000 6,051,000 7,028,000 10 Water-Bond System Upgrades [3] 205,000 100,023 57,945 28,973 0 0 11 Water Disconnect/Reconnect 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 34,750 12 Water Connection Fees 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 25,000 13 Other Charges for Service [4] 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 25,100 14 Total Charges for Service 3,015,850 3,681,873 4,628,795 5,323,823 6,135,850 7,112,850 15 Other Revenues
16 Investment Earnings 36,170 17,400 14,900 18,800 22,500 12,900 17 CREB Subsidy 68,511 68,500 68,500 68,500 68,500 68,500 18 Other Revenues 38,134 39,000 40,000 41,000 42,000 43,000 19 Total Other Revenues 142,815 124,900 123,400 128,300 133,000 124,400 20 Fines & Penalties 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 21 Transfers In 3,241,440 305,000 305,000 305,000 305,000 305,000 22 TOTAL REVENUES 6,488,105 4,199,773 5,145,195 5,845,123 6,661,850 7,630,250 23 24 EXPENSES
25 Operating Expenses
26 Salaries & Benefits 749,246 934,000 1,027,000 1,130,000 1,243,000 1,367,000 27 Operations & Maintenance 1,343,005 1,511,000 1,682,000 1,879,000 2,106,000 2,370,000 28 Groundwater Management Plan 7,500 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 29 Overhead Allocation 732,186 754,000 777,000 800,000 824,000 849,000 30 Total Operating Expenses 2,831,937 3,499,000 3,786,000 4,109,000 4,473,000 4,886,000 31 32 Net Operating Revenue 3,656,168 700,773 1,359,195 1,736,123 2,188,850 2,744,250 33 34 Debt Service
35 2016 SWRCB 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 160,300 36 2017 Bonds 393,321 329,226 352,626 375,335 397,334 418,458 37 Total Debt Service 553,621 489,525 512,925 535,634 557,633 578,757 38 39 Capital Outlay
40 Water CIP [5] 3,567,335 52,500 55,125 416,745 2,187,911 1,000,000 41 Vehicles, Machinery & Equip 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 15,000 42 Fleet Program 18,252 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 18,000 43 Infrastructure 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 75,000 44 Total Capital Expenses 3,675,587 160,500 163,125 524,745 2,295,911 1,108,000 45 46 Transfers Out 309,710 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 300,000 47 48 TOTAL EXPENSES 7,370,855 4,449,025 4,762,050 5,469,379 7,626,545 6,872,757 49 50 Coverage Ratio (1.25x) 6.60 1.43 2.65 3.24 3.93 4.74 51 52 Net Total Revenues (882,750) (249,252) 383,145 375,743 (964,695) 757,493 53 54 Ending Fund Balance 1,743,447 1,494,195 1,877,340 2,253,083 1,288,388 2,045,881 55 56 Target (25% of O&M + $500,000) [6] 1,208,000 1,374,800 1,446,500 1,527,300 1,618,300 1,721,500 57 Target Met? YES YES YES YES NO YES
58 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Based on 2023/24 actuals
3 - Assumes that the System Upgrade Meter Fees will be phased out by 2028 4 - Includes Standby Fees, Application Fee, Hydrant Meter Rent, Repairs Charged to Customer, Water Sales - LLMD, Bulk Water Sales, Water Turn Offs/Repairs & Water System 5 - Capital projects for 2029/30 estimated
6 - Recommended target is 25% of O&M per City Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual + $500,000 for Groundwater Management Plan or Annual Debt Service Projected
21 Table 15: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Annual Revenue Requirement Allocation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Total Revenue Requirement [1] $3,497,000 $4,486,000 $5,210,000 $6,051,000 $7,028,000
FIXED CHARGES
Meters & Services 27.0% $945,860 $1,213,363 $1,409,189 $1,636,660 $1,900,917 Customer Service Charge 18.7% $654,109 $839,101 $974,524 $1,131,832 $1,314,579 Total Fixed Charges 45.8% $1,599,970 $2,052,463 $2,383,713 $2,768,492 $3,215,496
CONSUMPTION CHARGES
Base 29.8% $1,042,749 $1,337,653 $1,553,538 $1,804,311 $2,095,637 Extra 24.4% $854,281 $1,095,883 $1,272,749 $1,478,197 $1,716,868 Total Consumption Charges 54.2% $1,897,030 $2,433,537 $2,826,287 $3,282,508 $3,812,504 TOTAL 100.0% $3,497,000 $4,486,000 $5,210,000 $6,051,000 $7,028,000 1 - From Cash Flow (Table 14, line 9)
Cost
Allocation %
Projected
22 Table 16: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Water Fixed Charge Derivation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
REVENUE REQUIREMENT
Meters & Services $945,860 $1,213,363 $1,409,189 $1,636,660 $1,900,917 Customer Service Charge $654,109 $839,101 $974,524 $1,131,832 $1,314,579 Total Fixed Charge Revenue Requirement $1,599,970 $2,052,463 $2,383,713 $2,768,492 $3,215,496 Total Meters & Service Revenue Requirement 7.8% $945,860 $1,213,363 $1,409,189 $1,636,660 $1,900,917 Total Number of Meter Equivalents 4,681 4,728 4,775 4,823 4,871 Total Meter Equivalent Charge $16.84 $21.39 $24.59 $28.28 $32.52 Meter Size Meter Ratio
1" 1.0 $16.84 $21.39 $24.59 $28.28 $32.52
1-1/2" 2.0 $33.68 $42.78 $49.18 $56.56 $65.04
2" 3.2 $53.89 $68.45 $78.69 $90.50 $104.06
3" 6.4 $107.78 $136.90 $157.38 $180.99 $208.13
4" 10.0 $168.40 $213.90 $245.90 $282.80 $325.20
6" 20.0 $336.80 $427.80 $491.80 $565.60 $650.40
Total Customer Service Charge Rev Requiremen 7.8% $654,109 $839,101 $974,524 $1,131,832 $1,314,579 Total Number of Customers 4,069 4,110 4,151 4,193 4,235 Total Customer Service Charge per Account $13.40 $17.01 $19.56 $22.49 $25.87 Current
Meter Size Rates
1" $26.74 $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39
1-1/2" $42.55 $47.08 $59.79 $68.74 $79.05 $90.91
2" $61.51 $67.29 $85.46 $98.25 $112.99 $129.93
3" $112.07 $121.18 $153.91 $176.94 $203.48 $234.00
4" $168.96 $181.80 $230.91 $265.46 $305.29 $351.07
6" $326.97 $350.20 $444.81 $511.36 $588.09 $676.27
1 - Total Monthly Fixed Charge is the sum of the "Meter Equivalent Charge" by meter size plus the "Total Customer Service Charge per Account" Projected
A. METER EQUIVALENT CHARGE
Meter Equivalent Charge by Meter Size
B. CUSTOMER SERVICE CHARGE
C. TOTAL MONTHLY FIXED CHARGE [1]
23 Table 17: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Commodity Rate Derivation City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
REVENUE REQUIREMENT
Base Revenue Requirement $1,042,749 $1,337,653 $1,553,538 $1,804,311 $2,095,637 Extra Revenue Requirement $854,281 $1,095,883 $1,272,749 $1,478,197 $1,716,868 Total Consumption Charges $1,897,030 $2,433,537 $2,826,287 $3,282,508 $3,812,504
COMMODITY CHARGE DERIVATION
Single Family Residential Customers
Tier 1 Revenue Requirement $753,491 $966,589 $1,122,588 $1,303,796 $1,514,308 Tier 1: 0-16 hcf Consumption 469,905 469,905 469,905 469,905 469,905 Tier 1 Rate per hcf $1.60 $2.06 $2.39 $2.77 $3.22
Tier 2 Revenue Requirement $519,577 $666,520 $774,091 $899,045 $1,044,205 Tier 2: Above 16 hcf Consumption 221,223 221,223 221,223 221,223 221,223 Tier 2 Rate per hcf $2.35 $3.01 $3.50 $4.06 $4.72
All Other Customers
Base Revenue Requirement $289,258 $371,064 $430,951 $500,515 $581,328 Extra Revenue Requirement $334,704 $429,363 $498,658 $579,152 $672,662 Total Commodity Rev Requirement $623,962 $800,427 $929,609 $1,079,667 $1,253,991 Projected Consumption (ccf) [1] 329,625 329,625 329,625 329,625 329,625 Commodity Charge per ccf $1.89 $2.43 $2.82 $3.28 $3.80
1 - Based on 2023/24 total consumption
Projected
24 Table 18: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Proposed Monthly Water Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39
1 1/2" $42.55 $47.08 $59.79 $68.74 $79.05 $90.91
2" $61.51 $67.29 $85.46 $98.25 $112.99 $129.93
3" $112.07 $121.18 $153.91 $176.94 $203.48 $234.00
4" $168.96 $181.80 $230.91 $265.46 $305.29 $351.07
6" $326.97 $350.20 $444.81 $511.36 $588.09 $676.27
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.60 $2.06 $2.39 $2.77 $3.22
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.35 $3.01 $3.50 $4.06 $4.72 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.89 $2.43 $2.82 $3.28 $3.80 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
25 Table 19: Scenario 2: $1.5M GSP Expenses - Single Family Residential Bill Impacts DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Water Rate Study
Monthly Use Current Monthly Use
(hcf) Bill (hcf) 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 LOW WATER USE: 9 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 9 $12.15 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 9 $14.40 $18.54 $21.51 $24.93 $28.98 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 0 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Subtotal Commodity Rate 9 $12.15 Subtotal Commodity Rate 9 $14.40 $18.54 $21.51 $24.93 $28.98 Total Monthly Water Bill $38.89 Total Monthly Water Bill $44.64 $56.94 $65.66 $75.70 $87.37 $ Change $ Change $5.75 $12.30 $8.72 $10.04 $11.67
% Change % Change 14.8% 27.6% 15.3% 15.3% 15.4%
AVERAGE USE: 16 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 16 $21.60 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $25.60 $32.96 $38.24 $44.32 $51.52 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 0 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 $0.00 Subtotal Commodity Rate 16 $21.60 Subtotal Commodity Rate 16 $25.60 $32.96 $38.24 $44.32 $51.52 Total Monthly Water Bill $48.34 Total Monthly Water Bill $55.84 $71.36 $82.39 $95.09 $109.91 $ Change $ Change $7.50 $15.52 $11.03 $12.70 $14.82
% Change % Change 15.5% 27.8% 15.5% 15.4% 15.6%
PREVIOUS TIER BREAKPOINT: 18 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 18 $24.30 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $25.60 $32.96 $38.24 $44.32 $51.52 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 0 $0.00 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 2 $4.70 $6.02 $7.00 $8.12 $9.44 Subtotal Commodity Rate 18 $24.30 Subtotal Commodity Rate 18 $30.30 $38.98 $45.24 $52.44 $60.96 Total Monthly Water Bill $51.04 Total Monthly Water Bill $60.54 $77.38 $89.39 $103.21 $119.35 $ Change $ Change $9.50 $16.84 $12.01 $13.82 $16.14
% Change % Change 18.6% 27.8% 15.5% 15.5% 15.6%
HIGH WATER USE: 34 HCF
Meter Charge - 1" $26.74 Meter Charge - 1" $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39 Commodity Rate Commodity Rate
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf 18 $24.30 Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf 16 $25.60 $32.96 $38.24 $44.32 $51.52 Tier 2: Over 18 hcf 16 $27.84 Tier 2: Over 16 hcf 18 $42.30 $54.18 $63.00 $73.08 $84.96 Subtotal Commodity Rate 34 $52.14 Subtotal Commodity Rate 34 $67.90 $87.14 $101.24 $117.40 $136.48 Total Monthly Water Bill $78.88 Total Monthly Water Bill $98.14 $125.54 $145.39 $168.17 $194.87 $ Change $ Change $19.26 $27.40 $19.85 $22.78 $26.70
% Change % Change 24.4% 27.9% 15.8% 15.7% 15.9%
SINGLE FAMILY RESIDENTIAL BILL IMPACTS - 1" METER
Proposed
26 1
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Draft Tables V2 – March 31, 2025
UPDATES FROM V1
- Increase cost escalator for Salaries & Benefits to 15.0% each year - Include $50,000 for Sewer Main Replacements in the CIP for all 5 years - Escalate capital project costs by 5.0% each year beginning in 2025/26 - Assumes that the Debt Service Charges will remain the same SEWER RATE SCENARIOS:
- Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay Project
- Scenario 2: Includes 3rd Aeration Bay Project
Here is a comparison of the proposed sewer rate increases:
Here is a comparison of the proposed monthly bill for an average single family residential customer:
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay Project 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% Scenario 2: Includes 3rd Aeration Bay Project 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% Proposed Annual Sewer Rate Increases
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay Project $31.94 $33.25 $34.91 $36.66 $38.49 Scenario 2: Includes 3rd Aeration Bay Project $31.94 $34.71 $38.18 $42.00 $46.20 Monthly Sewer Residential Bill Comparison
2 PROPOSED RATES FOR SCENARIO 1: NO 3RD AERATION BAY PROJECT PROPOSED RATES FOR SCENARIO 2: INCLUDES 3RD AERATION BAY PROJECT Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $33.25 $34.91 $36.66 $38.49 $40.41 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $25.32 $26.59 $27.92 $29.32 $30.79 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.08 $3.23 $3.39 $3.56 $3.74 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.49 $3.66 $3.84 $4.03 $4.23 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.78 $3.97 $4.17 $4.38 $4.60 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.49 $7.86 $8.25 $8.66 $9.09
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 Proposed
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $34.71 $38.18 $42.00 $46.20 $50.82 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $26.43 $29.07 $31.98 $35.18 $38.70 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.22 $3.54 $3.89 $4.28 $4.71 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.65 $4.02 $4.42 $4.86 $5.35 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.94 $4.33 $4.76 $5.24 $5.76 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.80 $8.58 $9.44 $10.38 $11.42
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
Proposed
3 The 2025 Sewer Rate Study is based on the 2024/25 budget and recommends rate adjustments for the five-year period beginning in 2025/26 through 2029/30. The rate increases and projections are draft and will be updated with City input. The tables are based on the following assumptions:
SEWER RATE STUDY
The first rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Subsequent rate increases will be effective July 1 of each year through July 1, 2029.
The City would like to maintain the current sewer rate structure. Residential customers, including single family, multi-family, and mobile home customers, are billed a fixed monthly fee charged on a per dwelling unit basis. Commercial customers are charged a volume rate per hcf based on 80 percent of metered water consumption. (Table 1) The City levies a separate Debt Service Charge to pay for debt service on existing obligations. For residential customers, the charge is a fixed monthly fee charged. For commercial customers, the charge is a volume rate based on actual use.
Growth is estimated at 1.0% each year. No major changes in the customer base are expected through 2029/30.
CASH RESERVES
As of July 1, 2024, the beginning fund balance for the Sewer Fund is $4,173,000. (Table 10, line 5)
2019 Study recommended establishing a separate Sewer Capital Reserve Fund. The proposed operating reserve fund target is 25% of Annual O&M Expenses + One Year’s Annual Debt Service Payment. (Table 10, line 60)
SEWER REVENUES (Table 3)
Total budgeted Sewer Fund Revenues for 2024/25 are $4.8M. Sewer Service Charges for 2024/25 are estimated at $1,991,571. Fairmead Sewer Service Charges are projected at $67,000 annually beginning in 2027/28. The rates are based on the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020. Sewer Debt Service Charges are estimated at $88,000 for 2024/25 and are not anticipated to change over the next five years
Fines and Penalties are estimated at $50,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Sewer Connection Fees are budgeted at $5,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Investment Earnings are projected at 1.0% of the cash fund balance each year. Misc. Reimbursement is budgeted at $2,070,700 for 2024/25. For future years, Misc.
Reimbursements are estimated at $5,000 each year.
CREB Subsidy is budgeted at $81,927 for 2024/25 and is not anticipated to change over the next five years.
Other Revenues are estimated at $12,000 for 2024/25 and are not anticipated to change over the next five years.
4 SEWER OPERATING EXPENSES (Table 4)
Total budgeted operating expenses for 2024/25 is $1,321,766 (does not include capital, debt service, or depreciation).
Salaries & Benefits are increased by 10.0% beginning in 2025/26 each year to account for the need to increase overall sewer salaries.
Projections include a new sewer employee in 2025/25 at an estimated cost of $100,000/year Energy is increased by 17.0% each year beginning in 2025/26. All other expenses are increased by 3.0% each year.
Total Fairmead O&M costs are $164,000 based on the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 beginning in 2027/28.
NET REVENUES (Table 3)
Based on historical budget figures, the Sewer Fund has been doing well and covering annual expenses. However, based on the 2024/25 budget, the Sewer Fund will have an operating deficit of approximately $287,500 which will be drawn down from reserves.
SEWER CAPITAL PROJECTS (Table 4)
Capital project costs have been escalated by 5.0% each year beginning in 2025/26. The Five-Year (2024/25 through 2028/29) CIP includes a total of $27.2M in projects. The Fairmead Consolidation project totals $23M and comprises 84.6% of the total CIP. The entire project will be grant funded.
Sewer Main Replacements are estimated at $50,000 annually. The remaining $4.2M in projects includes include Sewer Main Replacements, Digester Rehabilitation, Other Aeration System Upgrades, and installing a Screw Press. These projects will be cash-funded.
OUTSTANDING DEBT
Sewer Fund currently has 1 outstanding debt obligation: (Table 10, line 38) o 2017 Wastewater Revenue Bonds for $3,310,000
Total annual debt service is approximately $180,000
Last payment is due in December 2034
The 2001 USDA Bonds for $268,325 were paid off in October 2020 Annual revenues from the Sewer Debt Service Charges totals $88,000. (Table 10, line 10 ) Based on historical budget figures, the Wastewater Fund has been meeting its debt service coverage covenant
A debt service coverage ratio is a financial measure of an agency’s ability to repay outstanding debt. The ratio requires that annual water net revenues (gross revenues less operating and maintenance expenses) must be at least 1.25 times the combined annual debt service payments on all parity obligations. Failure to meet the debt service coverage ratio on an annual basis is considered to be technical default. Moreover, failing to meet coverage could make it difficult for the City to obtain additional debt funding. Therefore, rates and fees must be set to meet this legal requirement.
FAIRMEAD CONSOLIDATION PROJECT
Total capital costs are estimated at $23M with completion planned in 2026. The entire project will be paid for with grant funding from the SWRCB.
Total operating costs for the new Fairmead sewer system are estimated at $164,388 based on the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020. Fairmead’s share of operating costs is $52,916, representing 32.2% of O&M costs. The City will be responsible for $111,571 or 67.8% of O&M costs. (Table 6)
The proposed monthly sewer rate for 2020 through 2024 is detailed on Table 4-1 in the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020. The study states that the annual increases to the rate after 2024 will be based on the change in the Engineer’s New Record (ENR) 20-City National Average Construction Cost Index (CCI).
Total annual revenues are projected at $67,000 ($31.81 x 175 customers x 12 months) The High Speed Rail project will pay the utility bills for Fairmead customers for 10 years beginning in 2027 through 2037.
5 Table 1: Current Monthly Sewer Rates DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Current FY2021 FY2022 FY2023 FY2024 FY2025
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $25.58 $26.28 $27.59 $28.97 $30.42 $31.94 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $19.18 $19.39 $20.36 $21.38 $22.45 $23.57 Commercial Metered (Per hcf) (1)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $1.78 $2.45 $2.57 $2.70 $2.84 $2.98 Group 2: Low Strength $1.94 $2.75 $2.89 $3.03 $3.18 $3.34 Group 3: Medium Strength $2.03 $2.95 $3.10 $3.26 $3.42 $3.59 Group 4: High Strength $4.89 $5.60 $5.88 $6.17 $6.48 $6.80
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf) (1)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 1 - Based on 80% of consumption. 1 hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons Group 1 includes schools. Group 2 includes general commercial and churches. Group 3 includes hospitals. Group 4 includes restaurants.
MONTHLY SEWER RATES
Proposed
6 Table 2: Estimated Sewer Service Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
FIXED CHARGES (RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS) FIXED CHARGES (RESIDENTIAL CUSTOMERS) Residential Customers No. of Units
FY 2022/23 Monthly
Rate
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total Residential Customers No. of Units
FY 2023/24 Monthly
Rate
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total
Single Family 3,564 $28.97 $1,238,989 85% Single Family 3,600 $30.42 $1,314,144 85% Multi-Family/Mobile Homes 865 $21.38 $221,924 15% Multi-Family/Mobile Homes 871 $22.45 $234,647 15% Subtotal Residential 4,429 $1,460,913 100% Subtotal Residential 4,471 $1,548,791 100%
COMMODITY RATES (COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS) COMMODITY RATES (COMMERCIAL CUSTOMERS) Commercial Metered Customers
Annual Consumption
(hcf) FY 2022/23 Rates
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total Commercial Metered Customers
Annual Consumption
(hcf) FY 2023/24 Rates
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total
Group 1: Extra-low Strength 22,550 $2.70 $60,884 16% Group 1: Extra-low Strength 21,674 $2.84 $61,555 16% Group 2: Low Strength 74,048 $3.03 $224,364 60% Group 2: Low Strength 71,556 $3.18 $227,549 60% Group 3: Medium Strength 15,213 $3.26 $49,593 13% Group 3: Medium Strength 13,580 $3.42 $46,445 12% Group 4: High Strength 6,528 $6.17 $40,276 11% Group 4: High Strength 6,291 $6.48 $40,768 11% Subtotal Commercial 118,338 $375,117 100% Subtotal Commercial 113,102 $376,316 100%
TOTAL SEWER SERVICE REVENUES TOTAL SEWER SERVICE REVENUES All Customers
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total All Customers
Estimated Annual
Revenue % of Total
Residential $1,460,913 80% Residential $1,548,791 80%
Commercial $375,117 20% Commercial $376,316 20%
Total Sewer Service Revenues $1,836,031 100% Total Sewer Service Revenues $1,925,108 100% 7 Table 3: Sewer Net Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Revenues
Sewer Service Charges $1,669,045 $1,866,698 $1,951,237 $1,991,571 Sewer Debt Service Charges $81,843 $87,500 $86,789 $88,000 Fines and Penalties $7,029 $46,725 $38,382 $50,000
Sewer Connection Fees $33,434 $17,522 $1,445 $5,000
Investment Earnings $6,946 $62,707 $128,921 $66,702
Misc Reimbursement $4,297 $279 $8,677 $2,070,700
CREB Subsidy Revenue $82,982 $41,491 $81,927 $81,927
Other Revenues $5,471 $13,333 $20,876 $12,433
Transfers In [1] $69,021 $139,329 $153,675 $450,458
Total Revenues $1,960,068 $2,275,584 $2,471,930 $4,816,791 Expenditures [2]
Salaries and Benefits $4,082 $804,273 $353,369 $435,155 Operations and Maintenance $288,360 $428,207 $661,792 $640,560 Debt Service [3] $201,290 $166,804 $188,605 $188,605
Capital Outlay [4] $0 $0 $191,000 $3,315,933
Overhead Allocations $342,707 $375,484 $416,189 $418,051 Transfers Out $66,628 $144,607 $67,566 $105,958
Total Expenditures $903,067 $1,919,375 $1,878,521 $5,104,262 Total Net Revenues $1,057,001 $356,209 $593,409 ($287,471) Source: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
1 - Where is this transfer from?
2 - Does not include Depreciation
3 - What are Contract Services 240-5705-3364? 2023/24 Budget includes $139,000 and 2024/25 Budget includes $172,000 for Contract Services
4 - Number shown is from the 2023/24 Budget. How much was spent on capital projects in 2023/24? Actual
8 Table 4: Projected Sewer Operating Expenses DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Actual Budget Escalation
2023/24 2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits [1] $353,369 $435,155 15% $615,000 $707,300 $813,400 $935,400 $1,075,700 Operations & Maintenance
Energy 145,052 140,000 17% 163,800 191,600 224,200 262,300 306,900 System Repairs 90,440 100,000 3% 103,000 106,100 109,300 112,600 116,000 Liability Insurance 42,051 48,210 3% 49,700 51,200 52,700 54,300 55,900 Mandated Costs/Fees 63,037 66,000 3% 68,000 70,000 72,100 74,300 76,500 Other Operations 182,212 286,350 3% 294,900 303,700 312,800 322,200 331,900 Subtotal O&M 522,792 640,560 679,400 722,600 771,100 825,700 887,200 Overhead Allocation 416,189 418,051 3% 431,000 444,000 457,000 471,000 485,000 Fairmead O&M [2] 0 0 3% 0 0 164,000 168,900 174,000
Total Operating Expenses 1,292,350 1,493,766 1,725,400 1,873,900 2,205,500 2,401,000 2,621,900 % Change 15.6% 15.5% 8.6% 17.7% 8.9% 9.2%
1 - Includes one new Sewer System employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new worker is estimated at $100,000/year. 2 - Includes total operating costs based on the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 Projected
9 Table 5: Sewer Capital Improvement Projects DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total Funding Source S-10 Fairmead Sewer Consolidation [1] $2,066,300 $19,933,700 - - - $22,000,000 SWRCB Grant & High
Speed Rail
S-11 Digester Rehabilitation - - - $127,000 - $127,000 Sewer Fund S-12 Upsize Main at Circle & Ventura $0 - - - $540,000 $540,000 Sewer Fund S-3 Sewer Main Replacement, Various Locations $250,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $450,000 Sewer Fund S-4 WWTP Aeration System Upgrade $650,000 - - - - $650,000 Sewer DIF & Sewer Fund S-6 Replace Chain Scrapers $30,000 $820,000 - - - $850,000 Sewer Fund S-8 Install Screw Press $110,000 $1,190,000 - - - $1,300,000 Sewer Fund Total Sewer Capital Projects $3,106,300 $21,993,700 $50,000 $177,000 $590,000 $25,917,000 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Sewer Capital Projects - Escalated Costs $3,106,300 $23,093,385 $55,125 $204,900 $717,149 $27,176,858 Source: City of Chowchilla Capital Improvement Plan '24/'25 thru '28/'29 1 - High Speed Rail will fund $7M. Remaining $15M will be paid with SWRCB grant.
Fairmead Consolidation Project $22,996,685 84.6%
All Other Projects $4,180,173 15.4%
Total CIP $27,176,858 100.0%
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
10 Table 6: Fairmead - Annual O&M Costs DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Fairmead Chowchilla Total Fairmead Chowchilla Total
Electrical for Lift Stations $7,817 $0 $7,817 100.0% 0.0% 100.0% Chemicals for Treatment $3,810 $9,425 $13,235 28.8% 71.2% 100.0% Electricity for Treatment $55,631 $137,625 $193,257 28.8% 71.2% 100.0% Reduction in Existing Treatment Costs ($14,342) ($35,479) ($49,821) 28.8% 71.2% 100.0% Net Annual O&M Costs $52,916 $111,571 $164,488 32.2% 67.8% 100.0% Source: MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 Costs have not been escalated
Cost ($) Percentage (%)
11 Table 7: Estimated Total Sewer Flow DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Residential # of Dwellings
Monthly
Flow [1]
Total Annual
Flow (hcf) % of Total
Single Family 3,600 X 8.8 X 12 380,160 67.5%
Multi-Family 871 X 6.7 X 12 70,028 12.4%
Total Residential 4,471 450,188 79.9%
Commercial # of Accounts
Total Annual
Flow (hcf) % of Total
Group 1: Extra-low Strength 62 21,674 3.8%
Group 2: Low Strength 85 71,556 12.7%
Group 3: Medium Strength 10 13,580 2.4%
Group 4: High Strength 13 6,291 1.1%
Total Commercial 170 113,101 20.1%
Total 4,641 563,289 100.0%
1 - Average winter water consumption estimated from FY2023 and FY2024 consumption data 12 Table 8: Estimated Pollutant Loading DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Flow
Customer Class (hcf) BOD TSS BOD TSS
Single Family 380,160 250 200 592,890 474,312
Multi Family 70,028 250 200 109,215 87,372
Group 1: Extra-low Strength 21,674 130 100 17,577 13,521 Group 2: Low Strength 71,556 200 160 89,278 71,422
Group 3: Medium Strength 13,580 250 200 21,179 16,943
Group 4: High Strength 6,291 800 800 31,396 31,396
Total 563,289 861,535 694,967
Wastewater Strength (mg/l) Wastewater Loadings (lbs)
13 Table 9: Sewer Cost Allocation DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Expenses
Budget
2024/25 Flow BOD TSS
Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits $435,155 60.0% 20.0% 20.0%
Operations & Maintenance
Energy $140,000 80.0% 10.0% 10.0%
System Repairs $100,000 100.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Liability Insurance $48,210 80.0% 10.0% 10.0%
Mandated Costs/Fees $66,000 60.0% 20.0% 20.0%
Other Operations $286,350 60.0% 20.0% 20.0%
Subtotal O&M $1,075,715 $723,071 $176,322 $176,322
Overhead Allocation
Overhead Allocation GF $290,809 80.0% 10.0% 10.0%
Overhead Allocation Streets $91,069 100.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Overhead Allocation Fleet $10,534 100.0% 0.0% 0.0%
Overhead Allocation IT $25,639 80.0% 10.0% 10.0%
Subtotal Overhead Allocation $418,051 $354,761 $31,645 $31,645 Debt Service $181,851 60.0% 20.0% 20.0%
(5-year Avg) $109,111 $36,370 $36,370
Capital Projects $5,024,112 60.0% 20.0% 20.0%
(5-year Avg) $3,014,467 $1,004,822 $1,004,822
Total Sewer Expenses $6,699,729 $4,201,410 $1,249,159 $1,249,159 Total Cost Allocation 62.7% 18.6% 18.6%
14 Table 10: Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay - Sewer Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $4,173,013 $3,895,616 $2,151,485 $2,484,229 $2,538,604 $2,024,775 6 7 REVENUES
8 Operating Revenues
9 Sewer Service Charges 1,991,571 2,112,000 2,240,000 2,376,000 2,520,000 2,672,000 10 Sewer Debt Service Charges 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 11 Fairmead Sewer Service Charges [2] 67,000 70,000 74,000 12 Fines and Penalties 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 13 Sewer Connection Fees 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 14 Investment Earnings 66,702 39,000 21,500 24,800 25,400 20,200 15 Other Revenues 12,433 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 16 Total Operating Revenues 2,213,706 2,306,000 2,416,500 2,622,800 2,770,400 2,921,200 17 18 Non-Operating Revenues
19 Misc Reimbursement 2,070,700 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 20 CREB Subsidy Revenue 81,927 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 21 Transfers In 450,458 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 22 Grant for Fairmead Consolidation [3] 0 20,930,385 0 0 0 0 23 Total Non-Operating Revenues 2,603,085 21,165,385 235,000 235,000 235,000 235,000 24 25 TOTAL REVENUES 4,816,791 23,471,385 2,651,500 2,857,800 3,005,400 3,156,200 26 27 EXPENSES
28 Operating Expenses
29 Salaries & Benefits 435,155 615,000 707,300 813,400 935,400 1,075,700 30 Operations 640,560 679,400 722,600 771,100 825,700 887,200 31 Overhead Allocation 418,051 431,000 444,000 457,000 471,000 485,000 32 Fairmead O&M [4] 0 0 0 164,000 168,900 174,000
33 Total Operations 1,493,766 1,725,400 1,873,900 2,205,500 2,401,000 2,621,900 34 35 Net Operating Revenue 719,940 580,600 542,600 417,300 369,400 299,300 36 37 Debt Service
38 2017 Bonds 178,531 181,731 174,731 178,026 186,081 188,687 39 Total Debt Service 178,531 181,731 174,731 178,026 186,081 188,687 40 41 Capital Outlay
42 Sewer CIP [5] 0 2,163,000 55,125 204,900 717,149 500,000 43 Fairmead Sewer Consolidation 2,066,300 20,930,385 0 0 0 0 44 Vehicles, Machinery & Equip 160,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 45 Fleet Program 9,633 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 46 Infrastructure 720,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 47 Construction in Progress 360,000 0 0 0 0 0
48 Total Capital Expenses 3,315,933 23,203,385 165,125 314,900 827,149 610,000 49 50 Transfers Out 105,958 105,000 105,000 105,000 105,000 105,000 51 52 TOTAL EXPENSES 5,094,188 25,215,516 2,318,756 2,803,425 3,519,229 3,525,587 53 54 Coverage Ratio (1.25) [6] 4.03 3.19 3.11 2.34 1.99 1.59 55 56 Net Total Revenues (277,397) (1,744,131) 332,744 54,375 (513,829) (369,387) 57 58 Ending Operating Fund Balance 3,895,616 2,151,485 2,484,229 2,538,604 2,024,775 1,655,388 59 60 Target (25% of O&M + Debt Service) [7] 552,000 613,100 643,200 729,400 786,300 844,200 61 Target Met? YES YES YES YES YES YES
62 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Assumes Fairmead will begin paying their separate rate in 2027/28 3 - Assumes Fairmead Consolidation will be fully funded with grants 4 - Source: MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 5 - Capital projects for 2029/30 estimated
6 - Net Operating Revenues / 2017 Bonds Debt Service
7 - Target is 25% of O&M per City Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual + Annual debt service (recommended) Projected
15 Table 11: Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay - Sewer Rate Calculation City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Flow BOD TSS Total
Cost Allocation % 62.7% 18.6% 18.6% 100.0%
2025/26 Total Rev. Requirement $1,324,438 $393,781 $393,781 $2,112,000 Billing Units 563,289 861,535 694,967
hcf lbs lbs
Unit Cost $2.35 $0.46 $0.57
$/hcf $/lb $/lb
Flow (hcf) BOD (lbs) TSS (lbs) Total
Unit Cost $2.35 $0.46 $0.57
RESIDENTIAL (Per dwelling unit)
Single Family
Billing Units 8.8 250 200
Sewer Rate $20.68 $6.31 $6.26 $33.25
Multi-Family/Mobile Home
Billing Units 6.7 250 200
Sewer Rate $15.75 $4.81 $4.76 $25.32
COMMERCIAL (Rate per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength
Billing Units - 130 100
Sewer Rate $2.35 $0.37 $0.36 $3.08
Group 2: Low Strength
Billing Units - 200 160
Sewer Rate $2.35 $0.57 $0.57 $3.49
Group 3: Medium Strength
Billing Units - 250 200
Sewer Rate $2.35 $0.72 $0.71 $3.78
Group 4: High Strength
Billing Units - 800 800
Sewer Rate $2.35 $2.30 $2.84 $7.49
16 Table 12: Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay - Proposed Sewer Rates City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
5% 5% 5% 5% 5%
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $33.25 $34.91 $36.66 $38.49 $40.41 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $25.32 $26.59 $27.92 $29.32 $30.79 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.08 $3.23 $3.39 $3.56 $3.74 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.49 $3.66 $3.84 $4.03 $4.23 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.78 $3.97 $4.17 $4.38 $4.60 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.49 $7.86 $8.25 $8.66 $9.09
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 Proposed
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
17 Table 13: Scenario 2: Includes $2.65M 3rd Aeration Bay Project - Sewer Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective July 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $4,173,013 $3,895,616 $2,252,485 $1,480,229 $555,604 $540,975 6 7 REVENUES
8 Operating Revenues
9 Sewer Service Charges 1,991,571 2,213,000 2,459,000 2,732,000 3,035,000 3,372,000 10 Sewer Debt Service Charges 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 88,000 11 Fairmead Sewer Service Charges [2] 67,000 74,000 81,000 12 Fines and Penalties 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 13 Sewer Connection Fees 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 14 Investment Earnings 66,702 39,000 22,500 14,800 5,600 5,400 15 Other Revenues 12,433 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 12,000 16 Total Operating Revenues 2,213,706 2,407,000 2,636,500 2,968,800 3,269,600 3,613,400 17 18 Non-Operating Revenues
19 Misc Reimbursement 2,070,700 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 20 CREB Subsidy Revenue 81,927 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 80,000 21 Transfers In 450,458 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 150,000 22 Grant for Fairmead Consolidation [3] 0 20,930,385 0 0 0 0 23 Total Non-Operating Revenues 2,603,085 21,165,385 235,000 235,000 235,000 235,000 24 25 TOTAL REVENUES 4,816,791 23,572,385 2,871,500 3,203,800 3,504,600 3,848,400 26 27 EXPENSES
28 Operating Expenses
29 Salaries & Benefits 435,155 615,000 707,300 813,400 935,400 1,075,700 30 Operations 640,560 679,400 722,600 771,100 825,700 887,200 31 Overhead Allocation 418,051 431,000 444,000 457,000 471,000 485,000 32 Fairmead O&M [4] 0 0 0 164,000 168,900 174,000
33 Total Operations 1,493,766 1,725,400 1,873,900 2,205,500 2,401,000 2,621,900 34 35 Net Operating Revenue 719,940 681,600 762,600 763,300 868,600 991,500 36 37 Debt Service
38 2017 Bonds 178,531 181,731 174,731 178,026 186,081 188,687 39 Total Debt Service 178,531 181,731 174,731 178,026 186,081 188,687 40 41 Capital Outlay
42 Sewer CIP [5] 0 2,163,000 1,380,125 1,529,900 717,149 500,000 43 Fairmead Sewer Consolidation 2,066,300 20,930,385 0 0 0 0 44 Vehicles, Machinery & Equip 160,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 45 Fleet Program 9,633 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 10,000 46 Infrastructure 720,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 50,000 47 Construction in Progress 360,000 0 0 0 0 0
48 Total Capital Expenses 3,315,933 23,203,385 1,490,125 1,639,900 827,149 610,000 49 50 Transfers Out 105,958 105,000 105,000 105,000 105,000 105,000 51 52 TOTAL EXPENSES 5,094,188 25,215,516 3,643,756 4,128,425 3,519,229 3,525,587 53 54 Coverage Ratio (1.25) [6] 4.03 3.75 4.36 4.29 4.67 5.25 55 56 Net Total Revenues (277,397) (1,643,131) (772,256) (924,625) (14,629) 322,814 57 58 Ending Operating Fund Balance 3,895,616 2,252,485 1,480,229 555,604 540,975 863,788 59 60 Target (25% of O&M + Debt Service) [7] 552,000 613,100 643,200 729,400 786,300 844,200 61 Target Met? YES YES YES NO NO YES
62 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Assumes Fairmead will begin paying their separate rate in 2027/28 3 - Assumes Fairmead Consolidation will be fully funded with grants 4 - Source: MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 5 - Capital projects for 2029/30 estimated
6 - Net Operating Revenues / 2017 Bonds Debt Service
7 - Target is 25% of O&M per City Administrative Policy and Procedure Manual + Annual debt service (recommended) Projected
18 Table 14: Scenario 2: Includes $2.65M 3rd Aeration Bay Project - Sewer Rate Calculation City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
Flow BOD TSS Total
Cost Allocation % 62.7% 18.6% 18.6% 100.0%
2025/26 Total Rev. Requirement $1,387,776 $412,612 $412,612 $2,213,000 Billing Units 563,289 861,535 694,967
hcf lbs lbs
Unit Cost $2.46 $0.48 $0.59
$/hcf $/lb $/lb
Flow (hcf) BOD (lbs) TSS (lbs) Total
Unit Cost $2.46 $0.48 $0.59
RESIDENTIAL (Per dwelling unit)
Single Family
Billing Units 8.8 250 200
Sewer Rate $21.65 $6.59 $6.48 $34.71
Multi-Family/Mobile Home
Billing Units 6.7 250 200
Sewer Rate $16.48 $5.02 $4.93 $26.43
COMMERCIAL (Rate per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength
Billing Units - 130 100
Sewer Rate $2.46 $0.39 $0.37 $3.22
Group 2: Low Strength
Billing Units - 200 160
Sewer Rate $2.46 $0.60 $0.59 $3.65
Group 3: Medium Strength
Billing Units - 250 200
Sewer Rate $2.46 $0.75 $0.74 $3.94
Group 4: High Strength
Billing Units - 800 800
Sewer Rate $2.46 $2.40 $2.94 $7.80
19 Table 15: Scenario 2: Includes $2.65M 3rd Aeration Bay Project - Proposed Sewer Rates City of Chowchilla
2025 Sewer Rate Study
10% 10% 10% 10% 10%
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $34.71 $38.18 $42.00 $46.20 $50.82 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $26.43 $29.07 $31.98 $35.18 $38.70 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.22 $3.54 $3.89 $4.28 $4.71 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.65 $4.02 $4.42 $4.86 $5.35 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.94 $4.33 $4.76 $5.24 $5.76 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.80 $8.58 $9.44 $10.38 $11.42
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
Proposed
20 $22.49
$25.75
$31.42
$31.47
$33.35
$34.66
$36.12
$39.42
$39.43
$40.29
$46.96
$47.37
$50.00
$57.51
$58.60
$0
$10
$20
$30
$40
$50
$60
$70
Monthly Sewer Bill Survey - March 2025
Single Family Residential
*Includes $1.41 debt service charge
21 1
City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Draft Tables V2 – March 31, 2025
STORM DRAIN SCENARIOS:
- Scenario 1: Include $2.3 million grant for the Kings Avenue Project - Scenario 2: Does not include any grant funding
Here is a comparison of the proposed storm drain rate increases:
Here is a comparison of the proposed monthly bill for a residential customer with a 7,800 sq.ft. lot:
PROPOSED RATES FOR SCENARIO 1: INCLUDES $2.3M GRANT
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% Scenario 2: No Grant 28.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Proposed Annual Storm Drain Rate Increases
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant $4.04 $4.45 $4.58 $4.71 $4.86 Scenario 2: No Grant $4.04 $5.15 $5.34 $5.55 $5.75
Monthly Storm Drain Residential Bill Comparison (7,800 SF Lot) Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0001627 $0.0001676 $0.0001726 $0.0001778 $0.0001832 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002034 $0.0002095 $0.0002158 $0.0002223 $0.0002290 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0002645 $0.0002724 $0.0002806 $0.0002890 $0.0002976 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0003255 $0.0003352 $0.0003453 $0.0003557 $0.0003663 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0002848 $0.0002933 $0.0003021 $0.0003112 $0.0003205 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001424 $0.0001467 $0.0001511 $0.0001556 $0.0001603 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001221 $0.0001257 $0.0001295 $0.0001334 $0.0001374 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0001831 $0.0001886 $0.0001942 $0.0002001 $0.0002061 1 - Current charge for Greenhills is per account. Proposed charge is based on square footage.
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 1: $2.3M GRANT
Proposed
2 PROPOSED RATE FOR SCENARIO 2: NO GRANT
The 2025 Storm Drain Rate Study is based on the 2024/25 budget and recommends rate adjustments for the five-year period beginning in 2025/26 through 2029/30. The rate increases and projections are draft and will be updated with City input. The tables are based on the following assumptions:
STORM DRAIN RATE STUDY
The first rate increase will go into effect on July 1, 2025. Subsequent rate increases will be effective July 1 of each year through July 1, 2029.
The current Storm Drain rates include two components: (Table 1) o Capital Charges
All customers are charged the same flat charge of $2.61 per account Currently generates around $120,000 each year.
o Operation & Maintenance Charges
Customers are charged a separate fee to fund operating costs based on customer type and property square footage.
Residents of Greenhills Estates are charged a monthly flat fee of $2.20 per property.
Currently generates approximately $96,000 per year
Growth is estimated at 1.0% each year. No major changes in the customer base are expected through 2029/30.
CASH RESERVES
As of July 1, 2024, the beginning fund balance for the Storm Drain Fund is $2,068,593. (Table 7, line 5)
The proposed operating reserve fund target is 25% of Annual O&M Expenses (Table 7, line 43) Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0002038 $0.0002120 $0.0002205 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002548 $0.0002650 $0.0002756 $0.0002866 $0.0002981 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0003312 $0.0003445 $0.0003583 $0.0003726 $0.0003875 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0004077 $0.0004240 $0.0004409 $0.0004586 $0.0004769 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0003567 $0.0003710 $0.0003858 $0.0004013 $0.0004173 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001784 $0.0001855 $0.0001929 $0.0002006 $0.0002087 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001529 $0.0001590 $0.0001654 $0.0001720 $0.0001788 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 $0.0002480 $0.0002579 $0.0002683 PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 1: $2.3M GRANT
Proposed
3 STORM DRAIN REVENUES (Table 3)
Total budgeted Storm Drain Fund Revenues for 2024/25 are $3.4M including $3M in grant funding
Storm Drain O&M revenues for 2024/25 are estimated at $96,000 Storm Drain Capital Replacement revenues for 2024/25 are estimated at $126,000 Fines and Penalties are estimated at $5,000 for 2024/25 and are not projected to increase. Investment Earnings are projected at 1.0% of the cash fund balance each year. Transfer In are budgeted at $131,900 for 2024/25. Where is this transfer from? STORM DRAIN OPERATING EXPENSES (Table 4)
Total budgeted operating expenses for 2024/25 is $130,051 (does not include capital, debt service, or depreciation).
Salaries & Benefits are increased by 10.0% beginning in 2025/26 each year to account for the need to increase overall Storm Drain salaries.
Projections include a new Storm Drain employee in 2025/25 at an estimated cost of $30,000/year
All other expenses are increased by 3.0% each year.
Includes $20,000 per year beginning in 2025/26 for Groundwater Management Plan NET REVENUES (Table 3)
Based on historical budget figures, the Storm Drain Fund has been doing well and covering annual expenses.
STORM DRAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS (Table 5)
The Five-Year (2024/25 through 2028/29) CIP includes a total of $5.7M in projects. The Sonoma Ave Storm Drain Improvement project will be funded with a Prop 1 grant. The City plans to fund the Kings Ave Storm Drain Improvement project with a CDBG planning grant.
The Truman Pond Refiguration project will be cash funded with Storm Drain rates.
PROPOSITION 218 FOR STORM DRAIN RATES
Proposition 218 requires two primary steps for municipalities to adopt property-related fees. First, agencies must hold a public hearing at which property owners may lodge a protest. If the agency does not receive a majority protest at the public hearing, then the agency can proceed with the second step of mailing a ballot vote to all property owners, in which a simple majority is needed to adopt the rates. Alternatively, the ballot vote can be mailed to all registered voters but would need a two-thirds majority for approval. Proposition 218 established that that a “property-related fee” is a charge imposed upon a parcel “as an incident of property ownership.” Water, sewer, and refuse charges are all considered property-related fees, and therefore exempt from the additional voting requirement. However, 4 storm drain charges were not explicitly exempted which meant that storm drain rate increases needed to comply with the supplementary ballot.
In 2017, the State passed Senate Bill (SB) 231 clarifying the definition of “sewer” in Proposition 218 to include both sanitary and storm sewer, and thereby exempting storm drain rates from the additional ballot requirement. Yet, proponents of Proposition 218 have threatened litigation any agencies that move forward without a ballot vote.
STORM DRAIN RATE STRUCTURES
Rate structures for storm drain rates include: (fee structures listed are in increasing order of accuracy and level of effort)
o Flat fee
o Tiered charges based on water use
o Charges based on land area or parcel size
o Impervious area measurements by parcel
The flat fee approach is considered the minimum approach and least precise.
Comparatively, the most accurate method is to measure the impervious area of all properties which also requires the most effort.
Impervious area is commonly used as a proxy to estimate the stormwater runoff contributed by a property. Impervious surfaces are surfaces that allow little or no stormwater to permeate into the ground, including rooftops, paved driveways and walkways. The estimate of impervious area can be used to establish an adequate storm drain fee proportionate with the revenue needed to manage the runoff received from parcels. Measuring impervious area is conducted using aerial photography and geographic information system (GIS). For residential properties, a representative sampling is sufficient to determine an average for a typical single family parcel. Unlike residential parcels, nonresidential parcels differ widely in size and characteristics which makes sampling impractical and therefore all non-residential properties would likely need to be surveyed. .
$1.46
$1.63
$1.73
$2.00
$2.35
$2.91
$3.09
$4.40
$4.45
$5.56
$8.75
$0
$1
$2
$3
$4
$5
$6
$7
$8
$9
$10
Monthly Stormwater Bill
Monthly Storm Drain Rate Survey - March 2025
Single Family Residential (7,800 SF Lot Size)
5 Table 1: Current Monthly Storm Drain Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Fee Amount Type
CAPITAL
Storm Drain Capital $2.61 per Account
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Vacant Lots/Land $0.00009167 per Square Foot
Schools/Hospitals $0.00015833 per Square Foot
Residential Low $0.00017500 per Square Foot
Residential Medium $0.00018333 per Square Foot
Multi-Family $0.00021666 per Square Foot
Commercial $0.00025000 per Square Foot
Industrial $0.00027500 per Square Foot
Storm Drain II [1] $2.20000000 per home
1 - Greenhills only
6 Table 2: Current Number of Storm Drain Accounts & Current Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Fee
Number of
Accounts
Total Square
Footage (sq. ft.)
Total Annual
Revenue
CAPITAL
Storm Drain Capital 3,807 - $119,235
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Vacant Lots/Land 40 952,432 $1,048
Schools/Hospitals 8 1,864,370 $3,542
Residential Low 6 724,737 $1,522
Residential Medium 2,683 20,991,196 $46,180
Multi-Family 137 2,427,710 $6,312
Commercial 154 5,665,072 $16,995
Industrial 1 566,280 $1,869
Storm Drain II [2] 778 4,651,641 $20,539
Total 3,807 37,843,438 $98,007
TOTAL STORM DRAIN RATE REVENUES $217,242
7 Table 3: Storm Drain Net Revenues DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
Revenues
Storm Drain O&M $93,109 $96,610 $97,422 $96,000
Storm Drain Capital Replacement $117,335 $126,473 $125,826 $126,000 Intergovernmental (Grants) $0 $254,000 $1,515,816 $3,036,562 Fines and Penalties $1,042 $5,112 $4,444 $5,000
Investment Earnings $5,200 $4,737 $68,483 $34,551
Other Revenues $116 $141 $13,910 $0
Transfers In $40,297 $3,420,332 $105,398 $131,900
Total Revenues $257,099 $3,907,405 $1,931,300 $3,430,013 Expenditures
Salaries and Benefits ($12,535) $76,969 $39,639 $41,402 Operations and Maintenance $3,610 $13,641 $25,292 $47,661 Capital Outlay $0 $0 $1,674,242 $3,222,673
Overhead Allocations $38,158 $46,808 $91,796 $40,988
Transfers Out $0 $2,213,109 $0 $5,500
Total Expenditures $29,233 $2,350,527 $1,830,969 $3,358,224 Total Net Revenues $227,866 $1,556,878 $100,331 $71,789 Source: Fiscal Year 2024-2025 Budget
Actual
8 Table 4: Storm Drain Operating Expenses DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Actual Budget Escalation
2023/24 2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30 Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits 39,639 41,402 10% 74,400 81,800 90,000 99,000 108,900 Operations & Maintenance
Contract Services 9,623 32,000 3% 33,000 34,000 35,000 36,100 37,200 Other Operations 15,669 15,661 3% 16,100 16,600 17,100 17,600 18,100 Groundwater Management Plan 0 0 3% 20,000 20,600 21,200 21,800 22,500 Subtotal O&M 25,292 47,661 69,100 71,200 73,300 75,500 77,800 Overhead Allocation 91,796 40,988 3% 42,200 43,500 45,000 46,000 47,000 Total Operating Expenses 156,727 130,051 185,700 114,700 118,300 121,500 124,800 % Change -17.0% 42.8% -38.2% 3.1% 2.7% 2.7%
1 - Includes one new Storm Drain employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new employee is estimated at $30,000/year.
Projected
9 Table 5: Storm Drain Capital Improvement Projects DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total Funding Source SD-2 Kings Ave Storm Drain Improvement $131,900 $2,330,000 - - - $2,461,900 CDBG Planning Grant SD-3 Sonoma Ave Storm Drain Improvement $3,036,562 - - - - $3,036,562 Prop 1 Grant SD-5 Truman Pond Refiguration $41,211 $200,000 - - - $241,211 Storm Drainage Fund Total Storm Drain Capital Projects $3,209,673 $2,530,000 $0 $0 $0 $5,739,673 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Solid Waste Capital Projects - Escalated Costs $3,209,673 $2,656,500 $0 $0 $0 $5,866,173 Source: City of Chowchilla Capital Improvement Plan '24/'25 thru '28/'29
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
10 Table 6: Estimate of Impervious Area DRAFT 3/31/25
City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Service Type
Estimated
Square Feet
Runoff
Coefficient [1]
Total Impervious
Area
% of Total
Impervious Area
Residential Low 724,737 0.40 289,895 1.4%
Residential Medium 20,991,196 0.50 10,495,598 51.8%
Multi-Family 2,427,710 0.65 1,578,012 7.8%
Commercial 5,665,072 0.80 4,532,058 22.3%
Industrial 566,280 0.70 396,396 2.0%
Vacant 952,432 0.35 333,351 1.6%
Schools/Hospitals 1,864,370 0.30 559,311 2.8%
Storm Drain II 4,651,641 0.45 2,093,238 10.3%
Total 37,118,701 20,277,859 100.0%
1 - Estimate based on a survey of California storm drain agencies 11 Vacant Lots/Land
0.5%
Residential Low
1.3%
Industrial
2.8%
Multi-Family
3.0% Schools/Hospital
3.9%
Storm Drain II
20.6%
Residential
Medium
21.3% Commercial
46.5%
CURRENT STORM DRAIN RATE REVENUE RECOVERY
BY CUSTOMER CLASS
Residential Low
1.4%
Vacant Lots/Land
1.6%
Industrial
2.0%
Schools/Hospital
2.8% Multi-Family
7.8%
Storm Drain II
10.3%
Commercial
22.3%
Residential
Medium
51.8%
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATE REVENUE RECOVERY
BY CUSTOMER CLASS
12 Table 7: Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant - Storm Drain Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective Sept 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $2,068,593 $2,153,382 $1,891,182 $1,952,582 $2,011,782 $2,069,482 6 7 REVENUES
8 Operating Expenses
9 Charges for Service
10 Storm Drain O&M 96,000 99,000 103,000 107,000 111,000 115,000 11 Storm Drain Capital Replacement 126,000 130,000 135,000 140,000 146,000 152,000 12 Subtotal Charges for Service 222,000 229,000 238,000 247,000 257,000 267,000 13 Fines and Penalties 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 14 Investment Earnings 34,551 21,500 18,900 19,500 20,100 20,700 15 Total Operating Revenues 261,551 255,500 261,900 271,500 282,100 292,700 16 17 Non-Operating Revenues
18 Intergovernmental (Grants) [2] 3,036,562 2,330,000 0 0 0 0 19 Transfers In 131,900 0 0 0 0 0
20 Total Non-Operating Revenues 3,168,462 2,330,000 0 0 0 0 21 22 TOTAL REVENUES 3,430,013 2,585,500 261,900 271,500 282,100 292,700 23 `
24 EXPENSES
25 Operating Expenses
26 Salaries & Benefits 41,402 74,400 81,800 90,000 99,000 108,900 27 Operations 47,661 49,100 49,100 50,600 52,100 53,700 28 Groundwater Management Plan 0 20,000 20,600 21,200 21,800 22,500 29 Overhead Allocation 40,988 42,200 43,500 45,000 46,000 47,000 30 Total Operations 130,051 185,700 195,000 206,800 218,900 232,100 31 32 Net Operating Revenue 131,500 69,800 66,900 64,700 63,200 60,600 33 34 Capital Outlay
35 Storm Drain CIP 3,209,673 2,656,500 0 0 0 50,000
36 Total Capital Expenses 3,209,673 2,656,500 0 0 0 50,000 37 38 Transfers Out 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 39 40 TOTAL EXPENSES 3,345,224 2,847,700 200,500 212,300 224,400 287,600 41 42 Net Total Revenues 84,789 (262,200) 61,400 59,200 57,700 5,100 43 44 Ending Operating Fund Balance 2,153,382 1,891,182 1,952,582 2,011,782 2,069,482 2,074,582 45 46 Target (25% of O&M) 32,500 46,400 48,800 51,700 54,700 58,000 47 Target Met? YES YES YES YES YES YES
48 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Assumes Kings Ave Storm Drain Improvement will be entirely grant funded with a CDBG grant Projected
13 Table 8: Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant - Storm Drain O&M Rate Calculation City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
FY2025/26
Total Storm Drain Operating & Maintenance Revenue Requirement [1] $100,000 Customer Class Allocation % of Total Impervious Area
Residential Low 1.4% $1,430
Residential Medium 51.8% $51,759
Multi-Family 7.8% $7,782
Commercial 22.3% $22,350
Industrial 2.0% $1,955
Vacant 1.6% $1,644
Schools/Hospitals 2.8% $2,758
Storm Drain II 10.3% $10,323
Total 100.0% $100,000
Rate Calculation for Residential Low
Total Revenue Requirement $1,430
Total Square Feet Residential Low 724,737
Monthly Single Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0001644 Rate Calculation for Residential Medium
Total Revenue Requirement $51,759
Total Square Feet Residential Medium 20,991,196
Monthly Single Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0002055 Rate Calculation for Multi-Family
Total Revenue Requirement $7,782
Total Square Feet Multi-Family 2,427,710
Monthly Multi-Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0002671 Rate Calculation for Commercial
Total Revenue Requirement $22,350
Total Square Feet Commercial 5,665,072
Monthly Commercial Rate (per square foot) $0.0003288
Rate Calculation for Industrial
Total Revenue Requirement $1,955
Total Square Feet Industrial 566,280
Monthly Industrial Rate (per square foot) $0.0002877
14 Rate Calculation for Vacant
Total Revenue Requirement $1,644
Total Square Feet Vacant 952,432
Monthly Vacant Rate (per square foot) $0.0001438
Rate Calculation for Schools/Hospitals
Total Revenue Requirement $2,758
Total Square Feet Schools/Hospitals 1,864,370
Monthly Schools/Hospitals (per square foot) $0.0001233
Rate Calculation for Storm Drain II
Total Revenue Requirement $10,323
Total Square Feet Storm Drain II 4,651,641
Monthly Storm Drain II (per square foot) $0.0001849
[1] Table 7 (Cash Flow), Line 8
15 Table 9: Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant - Capital Charge Rate Calculation DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE
Annual Revenue Requirement [1] $131,000 $136,000 $141,000 $147,000 $153,000 Total No. of Accounts 3,807 3,845 3,884 3,922 3,962
Annual Charge $34.41 $35.37 $36.31 $37.48 $38.62
Monthly Storm Drain Capital Charge $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22 Annual Change 9.9% 2.8% 2.6% 3.2% 3.1%
[1] Table 7 (Cash Flow), Line 9
Proposed
16 Table 10: Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant - Proposed Monthly Storm Drain Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0001627 $0.0001676 $0.0001726 $0.0001778 $0.0001832 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002034 $0.0002095 $0.0002158 $0.0002223 $0.0002290 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0002645 $0.0002724 $0.0002806 $0.0002890 $0.0002976 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0003255 $0.0003352 $0.0003453 $0.0003557 $0.0003663 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0002848 $0.0002933 $0.0003021 $0.0003112 $0.0003205 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001424 $0.0001467 $0.0001511 $0.0001556 $0.0001603 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001221 $0.0001257 $0.0001295 $0.0001334 $0.0001374 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0001831 $0.0001886 $0.0001942 $0.0002001 $0.0002061 1 - Current charge for Greenhills is per account. Proposed charge is based on square footage.
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 1: $2.3M GRANT
Proposed
17 Table 11: Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant - Monthly Bill Impacts DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM - 7,800 SF (AVERAGE LOT SIZE)
Operations & Maintenance Charge $1.43 $1.59 $1.63 $1.68 $1.73 $1.79 Capital Charge $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22
Total Monthly Storm Drain Bill $4.04 $4.45 $4.58 $4.71 $4.86 $5.00 $ Change $0.41 $0.13 $0.13 $0.15 $0.15
% Change 10.3% 2.9% 2.8% 3.1% 3.0%
COMMERCIAL - 10,000 SF
Operations & Maintenance Charge $2.50 $3.25 $3.35 $3.45 $3.56 $3.66 Capital Charge $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22
Total Monthly Storm Drain Bill $5.11 $6.12 $6.30 $6.48 $6.68 $6.88 $ Change $1.01 $0.18 $0.18 $0.20 $0.20
% Change 19.8% 2.9% 2.8% 3.1% 3.0%
Proposed
18 Table 12: Scenario 2: No Grant - Storm Drain Utility Cash Flow DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Budget
2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
1 Rate Increase Effective Sept 1, 2025 July 1, 2026 July 1, 2027 July 1, 2028 July 1, 2029 2 Annual Rate Increase 28.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
3 Growth Rate 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0% 1.0%
4 5 Beginning Operating Fund Balance [1] $2,068,593 $2,153,382 $108,182 $203,782 $302,482 $406,082 6 7 REVENUES
8 Operating Expenses
9 Charges for Service
10 Storm Drain O&M 96,000 119,000 125,000 131,000 138,000 145,000 11 Storm Drain Capital Replacement 126,000 157,000 165,000 173,000 182,000 191,000 12 Subtotal Charges for Service 222,000 276,000 290,000 304,000 320,000 336,000 13 Fines and Penalties 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 5,000 14 Investment Earnings 34,551 21,500 1,100 2,000 3,000 4,100 15 Total Operating Revenues 261,551 302,500 296,100 311,000 328,000 345,100 16 17 Non-Operating Revenues
18 Intergovernmental (Grants) [2] 3,036,562 0 0 0 0 0
19 Transfers In 131,900 500,000 0 0 0 0
20 Total Non-Operating Revenues 3,168,462 500,000 0 0 0 0 21 22 TOTAL REVENUES 3,430,013 802,500 296,100 311,000 328,000 345,100 23 `
24 EXPENSES
25 Operating Expenses
26 Salaries & Benefits 41,402 74,400 81,800 90,000 99,000 108,900 27 Operations 47,661 49,100 49,100 50,600 52,100 53,700 28 Groundwater Management Plan 0 20,000 20,600 21,200 21,800 22,500 29 Overhead Allocation 40,988 42,200 43,500 45,000 46,000 47,000 30 Total Operations 130,051 185,700 195,000 206,800 218,900 232,100 31 32 Net Operating Revenue 131,500 116,800 101,100 104,200 109,100 113,000 33 34 Capital Outlay
35 Storm Drain CIP 3,209,673 2,656,500 0 0 0 50,000
36 Total Capital Expenses 3,209,673 2,656,500 0 0 0 50,000 37 38 Transfers Out 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 5,500 39 40 TOTAL EXPENSES 3,345,224 2,847,700 200,500 212,300 224,400 287,600 41 42 Net Total Revenues 84,789 (2,045,200) 95,600 98,700 103,600 57,500 43 44 Ending Operating Fund Balance 2,153,382 108,182 203,782 302,482 406,082 463,582 45 46 Target (25% of O&M) 32,500 46,400 48,800 51,700 54,700 58,000 47 Target Met? YES YES YES YES YES YES
48 1 - Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 2 - Assumes Kings Ave Storm Drain Improvement will not be grant funded Projected
19 Table 13: Scenario 2: No Grant - Storm Drain O&M Rate Calculation City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
FY2025/26
Total Storm Drain Operating & Maintenance Revenue Requirement [1] $124,000 Customer Class Allocation % of Total Impervious Area
Residential Low 1.4% $1,773
Residential Medium 51.8% $64,181
Multi-Family 7.8% $9,650
Commercial 22.3% $27,714
Industrial 2.0% $2,424
Vacant 1.6% $2,038
Schools/Hospitals 2.8% $3,420
Storm Drain II 10.3% $12,800
Total 100.0% $124,000
Rate Calculation for Residential Low
Total Revenue Requirement $1,773
Total Square Feet Residential Low 724,737
Monthly Single Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0002038 Rate Calculation for Residential Medium
Total Revenue Requirement $64,181
Total Square Feet Residential Medium 20,991,196
Monthly Single Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0002548 Rate Calculation for Multi-Family
Total Revenue Requirement $9,650
Total Square Feet Multi-Family 2,427,710
Monthly Multi-Family Residential Rate (per square foot) $0.0003312 Rate Calculation for Commercial
Total Revenue Requirement $27,714
Total Square Feet Commercial 5,665,072
Monthly Commercial Rate (per square foot) $0.0004077
Rate Calculation for Industrial
Total Revenue Requirement $2,424
Total Square Feet Industrial 566,280
Monthly Industrial Rate (per square foot) $0.0003567
20 Rate Calculation for Vacant
Total Revenue Requirement $2,038
Total Square Feet Vacant 952,432
Monthly Vacant Rate (per square foot) $0.0001784
Rate Calculation for Schools/Hospitals
Total Revenue Requirement $3,420
Total Square Feet Schools/Hospitals 1,864,370
Monthly Schools/Hospitals (per square foot) $0.0001529
Rate Calculation for Storm Drain II
Total Revenue Requirement $12,800
Total Square Feet Storm Drain II 4,651,641
Monthly Storm Drain II (per square foot) $0.0002293
[1] Table 7 (Cash Flow), Line 8
21 Table 14: Scenario 2: No Grant - Capital Charge Rate Calculation DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE
Annual Revenue Requirement [1] $163,000 $171,000 $180,000 $189,000 $199,000 Total No. of Accounts 3,807 3,845 3,884 3,922 3,962
Annual Charge $42.82 $44.47 $46.35 $48.19 $50.23
Monthly Storm Drain Capital Charge $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19 Annual Change 36.7% 3.9% 4.2% 4.0% 4.2%
[1] Table 7 (Cash Flow), Line 9
Proposed
22 Table 15: Scenario 2: No Grant - Proposed Monthly Storm Drain Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0002038 $0.0002120 $0.0002205 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002548 $0.0002650 $0.0002756 $0.0002866 $0.0002981 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0003312 $0.0003445 $0.0003583 $0.0003726 $0.0003875 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0004077 $0.0004240 $0.0004409 $0.0004586 $0.0004769 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0003567 $0.0003710 $0.0003858 $0.0004013 $0.0004173 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001784 $0.0001855 $0.0001929 $0.0002006 $0.0002087 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001529 $0.0001590 $0.0001654 $0.0001720 $0.0001788 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 $0.0002480 $0.0002579 $0.0002683 1 - Current charge for Greenhills is per account. Proposed charge is based on square footage.
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 1: $2.3M GRANT
Proposed
23 Table 16: Scenario 2: No Grant - Proposed Monthly Storm Drain Rates DRAFT 3/31/25 City of Chowchilla
2025 Storm Drain Rate Study
Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
RESIDENTIAL MEDIUM - 7,800 SF (AVERAGE LOT SIZE)
Operations & Maintenance Charge $1.43 $1.99 $2.07 $2.15 $2.24 $2.32 Capital Charge $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19
Total Monthly Storm Drain Bill $4.04 $5.56 $5.77 $6.01 $6.25 $6.51 $ Change $1.52 $0.22 $0.24 $0.24 $0.26
% Change 37.5% 3.9% 4.1% 4.0% 4.2%
COMMERCIAL - 10,000 SF
Operations & Maintenance Charge $2.50 $4.08 $4.24 $4.41 $4.59 $4.77 Capital Charge $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19
Total Monthly Storm Drain Bill $5.11 $7.64 $7.95 $8.27 $8.60 $8.96 $ Change $2.53 $0.30 $0.33 $0.33 $0.35
% Change 49.6% 3.9% 4.1% 4.0% 4.1%
Proposed
24 UTILITIES RATE STUDY 2025
WATER, SEWER, SOLID WASTE,
& STORM WATER
PRELIMINARY RECOMMENDATIONS
CITY COUNCIL MEETING
APRIL 8, 2025
BACKGROUND
2 Water, Sewer, Solid Waste and Storm Water are Enterprise Funds Self supported from rates and charges
Separate from General Fund
No tax revenue received
Last rate studies were in 2020
Water: annual 5% increases
Sewer: annual 5% increases
Garbage: 19.0% increases for 2 years, followed by 3.0% annual increases Storm Drain: rates have not been increased in many years Rate study covers 5-year period (FY2026 through FY2030) New rates effective July 1, 2025 through July 1, 2029 Charges are billed monthly on the same bill
PROPOSITION 218
3 Adopted by California voters in 1996 and added Articles 13C and 13D to the California Constitution
Governs how property-related charges are adopted
Rates must be based on the reasonable cost of service Rates must proportionally recover costs based on how customers take service Revenues from rates can only be used for intended purpose Covers rates over a 5-year period
Procedural Requirements:
Conduct a rate study
Mail a notice to property owners
Hold a public hearing a minimum of 45 days after the notice is mailed Rates cannot be adopted if more than 50% of ratepayers submit written protests
WHY RATE INCREASES ARE NEEDED
4 Fund the cost of providing service:
Operating & maintenance costs
Debt service obligations
Debt service coverage ratio
Net revenues = 1.25 times total annual debt service payments Capital improvement projects
Maintain reserve funds for emergencies
Eliminate operating deficit
Retain positive credit rating to obtain grants, loan, and other debt financing
BILL SURVEY
5 WATER UTILITY
6 7
WATER SYSTEM OVERVIEW
City’s entire water supply is provided via groundwater from 7 wells located throughout the City
Water system includes 7 wells, 2 storage reservoirs, 37 miles of main distribution lines, 243 water meters, 199 backflow prevention devices and 750 fire hydrants
Total annual water consumption = 975,000 hcf
One hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
Total customer accounts = 4,000
91% of total customers are residential
Average monthly SFR use = 16 hcf
8 CURRENT MONTHLY WATER RATES
METER CHARGES
Meter Size
1" $26.74
1 1/2" $42.55
2" $61.51
3" $112.07
4" $168.96
6" $326.97
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf $1.35
Tier 2: Over 18 hcf $1.74
Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46
METER INSTALL & RETROFIT CHARGES
2013 Metered Customers $6.51
2014 Retrofitted Customers $2.44
2015 Retrofitted Customers $2.44
WATER RATE COMPONENTS
9 1. FIXED METER CHARGE:
All customers are charged a fixed charge based on meter size Meter size is used as a proxy for the estimated demand each customer can place on the water system
Recovers fixed expenses, ex. staffing, customer service, system maintenance, and repairs.
Generates 52% of total water sales revenues
2. COMMODITY CHARGE:
SFR customers classes are billed according to a 2-tiered inclining structure All other customer classes are billed at a single tier Recovers variable expenses, ex. utilities and chemicals Generates 48% of total water sales revenues
3. CITYWIDE SYSTEM UPGRADE CHARGE (METER INSTALLS & RETROFITS):
To recover debt service costs of installing and retrofitting meters Generates $190,000/year
Will be phased out beginning in 2025 through 2027
1 UNIT = 1 HCF = 748 GALLONS
10 Source: Town of Hillsborough, CA
1 HCF (hundred cubic feet) = 748 gallons
748 gallons = 95,744 ounces
95,744 ounces = 5,665 bottles of water*
1 CCF = 5,665 bottles of water
*Assumes typical water bottle has 16.9 ounces
WATER FUND FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
11 Water Fund Reserves
As of July 1, 2024 = $2.6 million
Proposed Reserve Fund Target = 25% of annual O&M + $500,000 for GSP Water Budget
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
REVENUES
Water Sales $2,471,837 $2,677,901 $2,725,197 $2,952,350 Water Bond-Systems Upgrade $193,431 $205,942 $200,000 $205,000 Other Revenues $503,827 $698,920 $2,348,996 $3,557,355
Total Revenues $3,169,095 $3,582,763 $5,274,193 $6,714,705
EXPENSES
Operations and Maintenance $1,249,221 $2,687,885 $1,956,999 $2,409,461 Debt Service $441,360 $368,061 $553,571 $553,621
Capital Outlay [3] $0 $0 $2,088,310 $3,675,587
Overhead Allocations $584,485 $677,212 $701,190 $732,186 Total Expenses $2,275,066 $3,733,158 $5,300,069 $7,370,855 TOTAL NET REVENUES $894,029 ($150,395) ($25,876) ($656,150) Actual
WATER OPERATING EXPENSES
12 Budget Escalation
2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits [1] $749,246 10.0% $934,000 $1,027,000 $1,130,000 $1,243,000 $1,367,000 Operations & Maintenance
Energy 765,753 17.0% 896,000 1,048,000 1,226,000 1,434,000 1,678,000 System Repairs 180,000 3.0% 185,000 191,000 197,000 203,000 209,000 Contracted Services 120,000 3.0% 124,000 128,000 132,000 136,000 140,000 Groundwater Management Plan 7,500 0.0% 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 100,000 Liability Insurance 74,457 3.0% 77,000 79,000 81,000 83,000 85,000 Other Operations 202,795 3.0% 229,000 236,000 243,000 250,000 258,000 Subtotal O&M 1,350,505 1,611,000 1,782,000 1,979,000 2,206,000 2,470,000 Overhead Allocation 732,186 3.0% 754,000 777,000 800,000 824,000 849,000 Total Operating Expenses 2,831,937 3,299,000 3,586,000 3,909,000 4,273,000 4,686,000 % Change 16.5% 8.7% 9.0% 9.3% 9.7%
1 - Includes one new Water System employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new worker is estimated at $100,000/year.
Projected
WATER CAPITAL PROJECTS
13 Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total W-10 Well No. 17 Development [1] - - - $110,000 $1,550,000 $1,660,000 W-3 Water Main Replacement, Various Locations $250,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $450,000 W-4 Well No. 15 Development $380,105 - - - - $380,105
W-6 Water Tanks Backup Generators $533,000 - - - - $533,000 W-7 Well No. 16 Development $1,460,000 - - - - $1,460,000 W-9 Berenda Slough Water Extension $944,230 - - - - $944,230 Meter Replacements - - - $200,000 $200,000 $400,000
Total Water Capital Projects $3,567,335 $50,000 $50,000 $360,000 $1,800,000 $5,827,335 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Water Capital Projects - Escalated Costs $3,567,335 $52,500 $55,125 $416,745 $2,187,911 $6,279,616
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
Total 5-Year Water Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) = $6,279,616
GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABILITY PLAN
14 In 2014, the Sustainable
Groundwater Management Act (SGMA)
was enacted to provide for local
control of groundwater resources
while requiring sustainable
management of the groundwater
basins
SGMA required Groundwater
Sustainability Agencies (GSAs) to
form in the State’s high- and mediumpriority basins and subbasins by 2017 GSAs are required to complete a
Groundwater Sustainability Plan
(GSP) to monitor groundwater
conditions and establish
sustainability goals
City is a member of the Chowchilla
Subbasin GSP which is considered to
be critically overdrafted
Chowchilla Water District,
Madera County, Merced County,
and Triangle T Water District
GSP COST ESTIMATES
15 Chowchilla Water District (CWD) was formed in 2016 and manages 85,200 acres of the Subbasin; Majority is agricultural land (85%) CWD includes a portion of the City of Chowchilla
Actual costs allocated to the City are still being developed
WATER RATE SCENARIOS
16 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: $500,000 in Total GSP Expenses $54.08 $66.90 $77.94 $90.86 $105.82 Scenario 2: $1.5M in Total GSP Expenses $55.84 $71.36 $82.39 $95.09 $109.91 Monthly Water Residential Bill Comparison (16 hcf)
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: $500,000 in Total GSP Expenses 23.0% 23.0% 16.0% 16.0% 16.0% - Includes $100,000 annually for GSP
Scenario 2: $1.5M in Total GSP Expenses 27.0% 27.0% 15.0% 15.0% 15.0% - Includes $300,000 annually for GSP
Proposed Annual Water Rate Increases
17 SCENARIO 1: PROPOSED WATER RATES
18 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $29.28 $36.02 $41.78 $48.46 $56.22
1 1/2" $42.55 $45.59 $56.08 $65.05 $75.45 $87.53
2" $61.51 $65.16 $80.15 $92.97 $107.84 $125.10
3" $112.07 $117.35 $144.34 $167.44 $194.21 $225.29
4" $168.96 $176.07 $216.56 $251.21 $291.37 $338.01
6" $326.97 $339.17 $417.16 $483.91 $561.27 $651.11
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.55 $1.93 $2.26 $2.65 $3.10
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.27 $2.83 $3.31 $3.88 $4.54 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.83 $2.28 $2.67 $3.13 $3.66 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
SCENARIO 2: PROPOSED WATER RATES
19 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Meter Size
1" $26.74 $30.24 $38.40 $44.15 $50.77 $58.39
1 1/2" $42.55 $47.08 $59.79 $68.74 $79.05 $90.91
2" $61.51 $67.29 $85.46 $98.25 $112.99 $129.93
3" $112.07 $121.18 $153.91 $176.94 $203.48 $234.00
4" $168.96 $181.80 $230.91 $265.46 $305.29 $351.07
6" $326.97 $350.20 $444.81 $511.36 $588.09 $676.27
Proposed New Tiers
Single Family Residential
Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf $1.35 $1.60 $2.06 $2.39 $2.77 $3.22
Tier 2: Over 16 hcf $1.74 $2.35 $3.01 $3.50 $4.06 $4.72 Non-Single Family Commodity Rate $1.46 $1.89 $2.43 $2.82 $3.28 $3.80 1 - one hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons
PROPOSED MONTHLY WATER RATES
Current
Projected
METER CHARGES
COMMODITY RATE ($/hcf)
PROPOSED NEW TIERS FOR SFR
20 To comply with Proposition 218, each water rate tier breakpoint (i.e. the consumption used in each tier) and the price of each tier must be individually cost-justified.
Current single family residential (SFR) tiers are based on the 2012 Water Rate Study
Current monthly SFR usage = 16 hcf/month
Current SFR Tiers Proposed SFR Tiers
Tier 1: 0 - 18 hcf Tier 1: 0 - 16 hcf
Tier 2: Over 18 hcf Tier 2: Over 16 hcf
The Commodity Charge for all other customers (Multi-family, Commercial & Irrigation) only has one tier
Unlike residential customers whose use is relatively homogeneous, commercial and irrigation use varies widely based on the type and size of business. 21 Due to the updated cost of service allocation, the bill impact for the first year will vary based on customer class, water meter size, and monthly usage. 22 SEWER UTILITY
23 24
SEWER SYSTEM OVERVIEW
Wastewater treatment plant was built in 1967 with major improvements in 1977, 1995, and 2006
Treatment plant has capacity to treat 1.8 million gallon-per-day (MGD) sewer treatment plant
System also includes 4 sewage lift pump stations and 37 miles of sewer pipelines.
Total customer accounts = 4,600
96% of total customers are residential
Total annual sewer flow = 563,000 hcf
CURRENT MONTHLY SEWER RATES
25 This study only
recommends
increases for
Sewer Rates
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57
Commercial Metered (Per hcf) [1]
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98
Group 2: Low Strength $3.34
Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59
Group 4: High Strength $6.80
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05
Commercial (Per hcf) [1]
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09
Group 2: Low Strength $0.11
Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11
Group 4: High Strength $0.31
1 - Based on 80% of consumption. 1 hundred cubic feet (hcf) = 748 gallons Group 1 includes schools. Group 2 includes general commercial and churches.
Group 3 includes hospitals. Group 4 includes restaurants.
SEWER RATE COMPONENTS
26 1. SEWER RATE:
Residential customers are billed a fixed charge per dwelling unit SFR are charged a higher rate than multi-family
Commercial customers are charged a volume charge per hcf (up to 80% of metered consumption)
Four sub-categories: Group 1: Extra-Low Strength, Group 2: Low Strength, Group 3: Medium Strength, and Group 4: High Strength.
2. DEBT SERVICE CHARGE:
Separate charge to recover debt service costs
Residential customers charged a fixed charge
Commercial customers charged a volume charge per hcf
Currently generates $88,000 per year
SEWER FUND FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
27 Sewer Fund Reserves
As of July 1, 2024 = $4.17 million
Current Operating Reserve Fund Target = 25% of annual O&M plus annual debt service cost
Sewer Budget
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
REVENUES
Sewer Service Charges $1,669,045 $1,866,698 $1,951,237 $1,991,571 Sewer Debt Service Charges $81,843 $87,500 $86,789 $88,000 Other Revenues $140,159 $182,057 $280,229 $2,286,762
Transfers In $69,021 $139,329 $153,675 $450,458
Total Revenues $1,960,068 $2,275,584 $2,471,930 $4,816,791
EXPENSES
Salaries and Benefits $4,082 $804,273 $353,369 $435,155 Operations and Maintenance $288,360 $428,207 $661,792 $640,560 Debt Service $201,290 $166,804 $188,605 $188,605
Capital Outlay $0 $0 $191,000 $3,315,933
Overhead Allocations $342,707 $375,484 $416,189 $418,051 Transfers Out $66,628 $144,607 $67,566 $105,958
Total Expenses $903,067 $1,919,375 $1,878,521 $5,104,262 TOTAL NET REVENUES $1,057,001 $356,209 $593,409 ($287,471) Actual
SEWER OPERATING EXPENSES
28 Budget Escalation
2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits [1] $435,155 15% $615,000 $707,300 $813,400 $935,400 $1,075,700 Operations & Maintenance
Energy 140,000 17% 163,800 191,600 224,200 262,300 306,900 System Repairs 100,000 3% 103,000 106,100 109,300 112,600 116,000 Liability Insurance 48,210 3% 49,700 51,200 52,700 54,300 55,900 Mandated Costs/Fees 66,000 3% 68,000 70,000 72,100 74,300 76,500 Other Operations 286,350 3% 294,900 303,700 312,800 322,200 331,900 Subtotal O&M 640,560 679,400 722,600 771,100 825,700 887,200 Overhead Allocation 418,051 3% 431,000 444,000 457,000 471,000 485,000 Fairmead O&M [2] 0 3% 0 0 164,000 168,900 174,000
Total Operating Expenses 1,493,766 1,725,400 1,873,900 2,205,500 2,401,000 2,621,900 % Change 15.5% 8.6% 17.7% 8.9% 9.2%
1 - Includes one new Sewer System employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new worker is estimated at $100,000/year. 2 - Includes total operating costs based on the MD-33 Fairmead Proposition 218 Rate Study, July 2020 Projected
SEWER CAPITAL IMPROVEMENT PLAN
29 Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total S-10 Fairmead Sewer Consolidation [1] $2,066,300 $19,933,700 - - - $22,000,000 S-11 Digester Rehabilitation - - - $127,000 - $127,000
S-12 Upsize Main at Circle & Ventura $0 - - - $540,000 $540,000 S-3 Sewer Main Replacement, Various Locations $250,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $50,000 $450,000 S-4 WWTP Aeration System Upgrade $650,000 - - - - $650,000 S-6 Replace Chain Scrapers $30,000 $820,000 - - - $850,000 S-8 Install Screw Press $110,000 $1,190,000 - - - $1,300,000 Total Sewer Capital Projects $3,106,300 $21,993,700 $50,000 $177,000 $590,000 $25,917,000 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Sewer Capital Projects - Escalated Costs $3,106,300 $23,093,385 $55,125 $204,900 $717,149 $27,176,858
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
Fairmead Project $22,996,685 84.6%
All Other Projects $4,180,173 15.4%
Total CIP $27,176,858 100.0%
FAIRMEAD ANNEXATION
30 $23M project to connect Fairmead customers to City’s sewer system Anticipated completion date is FY2026
Project will be funded with State grants
Current City ratepayers benefit from project
Gravity sewer will be extended to industrial park
WWTP is upgraded to newer technology
Allows for increased maintenance activities and extends life of the plant.
Additional operating costs will be shared between City ratepayers & Fairmead residents beginning in FY2028
City’s share estimated at $112,000. Costs escalated by 3%. 175 total Fairmead customers
Will begin paying sewer rates in FY2028
SEWER RATE SCENARIOS
31 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay Project $33.25 $34.91 $36.66 $38.49 $40.41 Scenario 2: Includes 3rd Aeration Bay Project $34.71 $38.18 $42.00 $46.20 $50.82 Monthly Sewer Residential Bill Comparison
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: No 3rd Aeration Bay Project 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% 5.0% - Includes $4.2M in capital projects
Scenario 2: Includes 3rd Aeration Bay Project 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% 10.0% - Includes $6.8M in capital projects
Proposed Annual Sewer Rate Increases
32 Note: Chart does not include Fairmead Sewer Consolidation Project which will be 100% grant funded.
SCENARIO 1: PROPOSED SEWER RATES
33 Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $33.25 $34.91 $36.66 $38.49 $40.41 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $25.32 $26.59 $27.92 $29.32 $30.79 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.08 $3.23 $3.39 $3.56 $3.74 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.49 $3.66 $3.84 $4.03 $4.23 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.78 $3.97 $4.17 $4.38 $4.60 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.49 $7.86 $8.25 $8.66 $9.09
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 Proposed
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
SCENARIO 2: PROPOSED SEWER RATES
34 Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
SEWER RATES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $31.94 $34.71 $38.18 $42.00 $46.20 $50.82 Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $23.57 $26.43 $29.07 $31.98 $35.18 $38.70 Commercial Metered (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $2.98 $3.22 $3.54 $3.89 $4.28 $4.71 Group 2: Low Strength $3.34 $3.65 $4.02 $4.42 $4.86 $5.35 Group 3: Medium Strength $3.59 $3.94 $4.33 $4.76 $5.24 $5.76 Group 4: High Strength $6.80 $7.80 $8.58 $9.44 $10.38 $11.42
DEBT SERVICE CHARGES
Residential (Per Dwelling Unit)
Single Family $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41 $1.41
Multi-Family/Mobile Homes $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 $1.05 Commercial (Per hcf)
Group 1: Extra-low Strength $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 $0.09 Group 2: Low Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 3: Medium Strength $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 $0.11 Group 4: High Strength $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31 $0.31
PROPOSED MONTHLY SEWER RATES
Proposed
35 36
SOLID WASTE UTILITY
37 38
SOLID WASTE SYSTEM OVERVIEW
City contracts with Mid Valley Disposal to provide weekly solid waste collection
Mid Valley Disposal is a local, privately held recycling and waste management company that provides collection services to 26 cities in the Central Valley.
Last contract amendment was in 2021 which is in effect through 2031 Rates are set by Mid Valley Disposal, and a percentage is added on by the City for overhead costs.
Disposal costs are increased each year by the annual change in the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and will not exceed 5.0% each year Total customer accounts = 4,100
CURRENT SOLID WASTE RATES
39 COMMERCIAL TRASH
1 yard bin
1x per week $67.63
2x per week $135.19
3x per week $206.95
4x per week $269.06
5x per week $334.86
6x per week $397.63
2 yard bin
1x per week $109.21
2x per week $210.31
3x per week $308.86
4x per week $415.45
5x per week $523.29
6x per week $625.80
3 yard bin
1x per week $139.81
2x per week $275.57
3x per week $393.19
4x per week $529.87
5x per week $666.41
6x per week $797.54
4 yard bin
1x per week $170.41
2x per week $336.84
3x per week $480.66
4x per week $648.34
5x per week $813.50
6x per week $978.60
5 yard bin
1x per week $201.09
2x per week $381.47
3x per week $539.23
4x per week $720.96
5x per week $900.03
6x per week $1,079.10
COMMERCIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
RESIDENTIAL
Residential (per set) (1) $34.63
Residential Extra Toter (each) $19.28
Locking Lid for Bin (each) $24.91
1 - Set includes three 96-gallon totters for Refuse, Recycles, and Green Waste
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
The City also has solid waste rates for
Commercial Recycle, Commercial
Organic, & Roll Off Bins
SOLID WASTE FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
40 Solid Waste Fund Reserves
As of July 1, 2024 = $759,540
Operating Reserve Fund Target = 25% of annual O&M
Solid Waste Budget
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
REVENUES
Refuse Collection Charges $2,069,396 $2,308,210 $2,380,849 $2,450,377 Locking Lid Revenues $12,579 $0 $22,128 $22,002
Intergovernmental (State Grant) $25,453 $5,047 $5,075 $5,000 Fines and Penalties $8,371 $51,006 $44,865 $50,000
Other Revenues $838 $13,216 $30,550 $14,775
Total Revenues $2,116,637 $2,377,479 $2,483,467 $2,542,154
EXPENSES
Disposal Services $1,294,380 $1,555,949 $1,733,030 $1,898,511 Operations and Maintenance $36,188 $82,568 $64,101 $107,650 Overhead Allocations $461,700 $457,946 $460,420 $500,254 Transfers Out $0 $5,278 $0 $0
Total Expenditures $1,792,268 $2,101,741 $2,257,551 $2,506,415 TOTAL NET REVENUES $324,369 $275,738 $225,916 $35,739
Actual
SOLID WASTE OPERATING EXPENSES
41 Budget Escalation
2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Operating Expenses
Operations & Maintenance
Disposal Service 1,898,511 5.0% 1,993,400 2,093,100 2,197,800 2,307,700 2,423,100 Contract Services 62,000 5.0% 65,100 68,400 71,800 75,400 79,200 Locking Lid Fee 22,000 5.0% 23,100 24,300 25,500 26,800 28,100 Other Operations 23,650 5.0% 24,800 26,000 27,300 28,700 30,100 Subtotal O&M 2,006,161 2,106,400 2,211,800 2,322,400 2,438,600 2,560,500 Overhead Allocation 500,254 3.0% 515,300 530,800 547,000 563,000 580,000 Total Operating Expenses 2,506,415 2,621,700 2,742,600 2,869,400 3,001,600 3,140,500 % Change 4.6% 4.6% 4.6% 4.6% 4.6%
Source: Trial Balance Account Summary Date Range: 07/01/2023 - 06/30/2024 Projected
MID VALLEY DISPOSAL COSTS
42 PROPOSED SOLID WASTE RATE INCREASE
43 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Proposed Rate Increase % 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
Single Family Residential Monthly Bill $36.02 $37.46 $38.96 $40.52 $42.14
RESIDENTIAL SOLID WASTE RATES
Proposed
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46 STORM DRAIN UTILITY
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STORM DRAIN SYSTEM OVERVIEW
City maintains the storm drain system, drainage ditches, reservoirs, pump stations and other facilities
The system is maintained and operated through a storm run-off plan and program that is in compliance with State and Federal regulations. Long standing issues with flooding and inadequate drainage in the City’s historic core
Total customer accounts = 3,800
49 STORM DRAIN PROP 218
Definition of Property-Related Fees: a fee or charge imposed upon a parcel “as an incident of property ownership”
The procedure to adopt property-related fees includes two primary steps:
1) a public hearing at which property owners may lodge a protest 2) then a mailed ballot vote with 50% of property owners approval Prop 218 exempted water, sewer, and garbage from the second step but did not explicitly exempt storm water
In 1999, the City of Salinas adopted storm drainage fees without balloting under the presumption that storm drainage was a type of sewer.
Courts found that the fee was illegally assessed.
In 2017, SB 231 passed, clarifying the definition of sewer to include both sanitary and storm sewer
Proponents of Prop 218 have threatened to sue any agencies that move forward without ballot vote
50 CURRENT STORM DRAIN RATES
Fee Amount Type
CAPITAL
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 Flat Rate
OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE
Vacant Lots/Land $0.00009167 per Square Foot
Schools/Hospitals $0.00015833 per Square Foot
Residential Low $0.00017500 per Square Foot
Residential Medium $0.00018333 per Square Foot
Multi-Family $0.00021666 per Square Foot
Commercial $0.00025000 per Square Foot
Industrial $0.00027500 per Square Foot
Storm Drain II [2] $2.20000000 per home
1 - Per account
2 - Greenhills only
STORM DRAIN RATE COMPONENTS
51 1. CAPITAL CHARGE:
All customers are charged $2.61/month
Intended to fund storm water capital projects
Currently generates around $126,000/year
2. OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE
Separate fee to fund operating costs
Varies based on customer type and square footage of property Currently generates roughly $96,000 per year
STORM DRAIN FINANCIAL OVERVIEW
52 Storm Drain Fund Reserves
As of July 1, 2024 = $2.0 million
Operating Reserve Fund Target = 25% of annual O&M
Storm Drain Budget
Budget
2021/22 2022/23 2023/24 2024/25
REVENUES
Storm Drain O&M $93,109 $96,610 $97,422 $96,000
Storm Drain Capital Replacement $117,335 $126,473 $125,826 $126,000 Intergovernmental (Grants) $0 $254,000 $1,515,816 $3,036,562 Other Revenues $46,655 $3,430,322 $192,235 $171,451
Total Revenues $257,099 $3,907,405 $1,931,300 $3,430,013
EXPENSES
Operations and Maintenance ($8,925) $90,610 $64,931 $89,063 Capital Outlay $0 $0 $1,674,242 $3,222,673
Overhead Allocations $38,158 $46,808 $91,796 $40,988
Transfers Out $0 $2,213,109 $0 $5,500
Total Expenses $29,233 $2,350,527 $1,830,969 $3,358,224 TOTAL NET REVENUES $227,866 $1,556,878 $100,331 $71,789 Actual
53 STORM DRAIN OPERATING EXPENSES
Budget Escalation
2024/25 Factor 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Operating Expenses
Salaries & Benefits 41,402 10% 74,400 81,800 90,000 99,000 108,900 Operations & Maintenance
Contract Services 32,000 3% 33,000 34,000 35,000 36,100 37,200 Other Operations 15,661 3% 16,100 16,600 17,100 17,600 18,100 Groundwater Management Plan 0 3% 20,000 20,600 21,200 21,800 22,500 Subtotal O&M 47,661 69,100 71,200 73,300 75,500 77,800
Overhead Allocation 40,988 3% 42,200 43,500 45,000 46,000 47,000 Total Operating Expenses 130,051 185,700 196,500 208,300 220,500 233,700 % Change 42.8% 5.8% 6.0% 5.9% 6.0%
1 - Includes one new Storm Drain employee in 2025/26. Total salary & benefits for new employee is estimated at $30,000/year.
Projected
54 STORM DRAIN CAPITAL PROJECTS
Project # Project 2024/25 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 Total SD-2 Kings Ave Storm Drain Improvement $131,900 $2,330,000 - - - $2,461,900 SD-3 Sonoma Ave Storm Drain Improvement $3,036,562 - - - - $3,036,562 SD-5 Truman Pond Refiguration $41,211 $200,000 - - - $241,211 Total Storm Drain Capital Projects $3,209,673 $2,530,000 $0 $0 $0 $5,739,673 Cost Escalation (5% annually) 100.0% 105.0% 110.3% 115.8% 121.6% Total Solid Waste Capital Projects - Escalated Costs$3,209,673 $2,656,500 $0 $0 $0 $5,866,173
ESCALATED PROJECT COSTS
Total 5-Year Storm Drain Capital Improvement Plan (CIP) = $5,866,173 55 STORM DRAIN RATE OPTIONS
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% 3.0% - Kings Ave Project is Grant-Funded
Scenario 2: No Grant 28.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0% 4.0%
- Kings Ave Project is cash-funded
Proposed Annual Storm Drain Rate Increases
2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
Scenario 1: Includes $2.3M Grant $4.45 $4.58 $4.71 $4.86 $5.00 Scenario 2: No Grant $5.56 $5.77 $6.01 $6.25 $6.51
Monthly Storm Drain Residential Bill Comparison (7,800 SF Lot) 56 57
SCENARIO 1: PROPOSED RATES
Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $2.87 $2.95 $3.03 $3.12 $3.22 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0001627 $0.0001676 $0.0001726 $0.0001778 $0.0001832 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002034 $0.0002095 $0.0002158 $0.0002223 $0.0002290 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0002645 $0.0002724 $0.0002806 $0.0002890 $0.0002976 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0003255 $0.0003352 $0.0003453 $0.0003557 $0.0003663 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0002848 $0.0002933 $0.0003021 $0.0003112 $0.0003205 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001424 $0.0001467 $0.0001511 $0.0001556 $0.0001603 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001221 $0.0001257 $0.0001295 $0.0001334 $0.0001374 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0001831 $0.0001886 $0.0001942 $0.0002001 $0.0002061 1 - Current charge for Greenhills is per account. Proposed charge is based on square footage.
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 1: $2.3M GRANT
Proposed
58 SCENARIO 2: PROPOSED RATES
Fee Current 2025/26 2026/27 2027/28 2028/29 2029/30
CAPITAL CHARGE (per account)
Storm Drain Capital [1] $2.61 $3.57 $3.71 $3.86 $4.02 $4.19 OPERATIONS & MAINTENANCE CHARGE (per square foot)
Residential Low $0.0001750 $0.0002038 $0.0002120 $0.0002205 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 Residential Medium $0.0001833 $0.0002548 $0.0002650 $0.0002756 $0.0002866 $0.0002981 Multi-Family $0.0002167 $0.0003312 $0.0003445 $0.0003583 $0.0003726 $0.0003875 Commercial $0.0002500 $0.0004077 $0.0004240 $0.0004409 $0.0004586 $0.0004769 Industrial $0.0002750 $0.0003567 $0.0003710 $0.0003858 $0.0004013 $0.0004173 Vacant Lots/Land $0.0000917 $0.0001784 $0.0001855 $0.0001929 $0.0002006 $0.0002087 Schools/Hospitals $0.0001583 $0.0001529 $0.0001590 $0.0001654 $0.0001720 $0.0001788 Storm Drain II (Greenhills) [1] $2.2000000 $0.0002293 $0.0002385 $0.0002480 $0.0002579 $0.0002683 1 - Current charge for Greenhills is per account. Proposed charge is based on square footage.
PROPOSED STORM DRAIN RATES - SCENARIO 2: NO GRANT
Proposed
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61 NEXT STEPS
62 DATE ACTION
Apr 8, 2025 Present initial findings to City Council; Receive input from Council and public
Apr 22, 2025 Present final recommendations to City Council; Council votes to proceed with Prop 218 process
May 8, 2025 Mail out Prop 218 Notices (48 days prior to hearing) June 24, 2025 Prop 218 Hearing for Water, Sewer, and Solid Waste Jul 1, 2025 First rate increase goes into effect. Future rate increases will be effective July 1 of each year through July 1, 2029
Jul 3, 2025 Mail out Storm Water Ballot (48 days prior to hearing) Aug 19, 2025 Prop 218 Hearing for Storm Drain
Sept 1, 2025 First rate increase for Storm Drain goes into effect. Future rate increases will go into effect on July 1 of each year.
QUESTIONS?
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