Agenda — Chowchilla City Council, July 14, 2026

AGENDA
City Council Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall 130 S. 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, July 14, 2026
Open Session - 4:00 p.m.

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California Levine Act Statement:

California Government Code Section 84308, commonly referred to as the "Levine Act," prohibits any Chowchilla City Council Member from participating in any action related to a license, permit, contract, or entitlement for use application if he or she receives any political contributions totaling more than $500 within the previous twelve months, and for twelve months following the date of a final decision, from the business/board or applicant.

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

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Ray Barragan
Council Members: Waseem Ahmed, John Chavez, Jeff Troost City staff and contract employees present will be recorded in the minutes. • CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA Additions and/or Deletions:

OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION:

PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1

1.1 Certificate of Recognition for Quinnley Robinson

1.2 Proclamation: Park and Recreation Month

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

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

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

City Council Meeting AGENDA July 14, 2026
The Council is prohibited by law from taking any action on matters discussed that are not on the agenda.

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

COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2

2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS
Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc

2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
CONSENT CALENDAR – Section 3
All items listed under Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion.

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 June 23, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)

3.2 Approval of the June 30, 2026 Special City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)

3.3 Consideration and Acceptance of the June 2026 Check Register Report (Seeto)

3.4 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Requesting the Madera County Clerk-Recorder to Render Specified Services to the City of Chowchilla Relating to the Conduct of Municipal Elections (McClendon)

3.5 Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Finding Zoning Text Amendment 26-0001 Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) and Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030- Accessory Dwelling Units, to Comply with State ADU Law and Address California Department of Housing and Community Development Findings (Munoz)
PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4

4.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Adopting the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan for the City of Chowchilla and Approving the Submission of the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan for the City of Chowchilla to the California Department of Water Resources in Accordance with California Warer Code Sections 10610-10657 (Ensminger)

4.2 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Adopting the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan for the City of Chowchilla and Approving the Submission of the 2025 Water Shortage Contingency Plan for the City of Chowchilla to the California Department of Water Resources in Accordance with California Warer Code Sections 10610-10657 (Ensminger)
DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6

6.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing the City Administrator or Other Authorized Representative to: Execute all Implicated Documentation for Pre-Application and Application to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Airport Improvement Program (AIP) Grants for Federal City Council Meeting AGENDA July 14, 2026
Fiscal Years 2026 and 2027 for the Chowchilla Municipal Airport (2O6) as Shown in the Airport’s capital improvement plan (ACIP); Accept FAA AIP grant(s) for FY 2026 and FY 2027 Projects at the Airport Including All Subsequent Amendments Thereto Offered by the FAA; and Apply for and Accept Grants and all Subsequent Amendments Thereto Offered by the California Department of Transportation Aeronautics Division for Matching Funds for FY 2026 and 2027 FAA-approved projects at the Chowchilla Municipal Airport (Ensminger) ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
JULY 15 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5PM JULY 17 MUSIC IN THE PARK #4, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, 7PM JULY 18 MOVIES IN THE PARK #5, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, SUNSET JULY 20 AIRPORT ADVISORY COMMITTEE MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5PM JULY 24 MUSIC IN THE PARK #5, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, 5PM JULY 25 MOVIES IN THE PARK #6, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, SUNSET JULY 28 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 10th day of July, 2026 at or before 4:00 pm.

July 14, 2026 City Council Meeting |4:00pm Open Session

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THE AGENDA

MINUTES
City Council Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall 130 S. 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Open Session - 4:00 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Ray Barragan
Council Members: Waseem Ahmed, John Chavez (ABSENT), Jeff Troost City staff and contract employees present: City Administrator Rod Pruett, City Attorney Michael Prentice, Police Chief Jeff Palmer, Fire Chief Fred Gaumnitz, Public Works Deputy Director Joe Roman, Community & Economic Development Director Denise Munoz, Finance Director Daniel Seeto, Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Stacy Wisener (Zoom), IT System Administrator Carlos Berrocal, City Clerk Joann McClendon, Deputy City Clerk Vanessa Galvez-Escobar
CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA Additions and/or Deletions: None.

OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION: Pastor Pruitt
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1

PUBLIC ADDRESS
Titus Shields spoke on behalf of the family of Chad Hensley, expressing appreciation to the Mayor, City Council, Police Chief, and City staff for their support and concern regarding the ongoing investigation. Mr. Shields thanked City leadership for their continued efforts and encouraged them to continue working toward resolution of the case.

Matthew Thiel addressed the Council regarding the ongoing water dispute in Greenhills. Mr. Thiel expressed concerns about community division resulting from the matter and commented on interactions involving Council Member Jeff Troost on social media. The speaker stated that documentation related to the matter had been provided to the City Clerk.

Judy Wallace inquired about receiving an administrative citation related to weed abatement on her property. Fire Chief Gaumnitz advised that the matter would be discussed later under the corresponding agenda item and staff would review the issue.

Tim Alford, President of the Chowchilla District Fair Board, provided information regarding the July 5th fireworks event and related family activities planned at the fairgrounds. He also noted that a grant request was included on the evening’s agenda and thanked the City for its support.

Dennis Haworth of the Chamber of Commerce provided an update on Chamber activities, including new memberships, sponsorships for the upcoming car show, and services available to local businesses, including certificates of origin.

City Council Meeting MINUTES June 23, 2026
Dr. Harold Brown of Rural Health Network thanked City staff, the Fire Department, and Community Development staff for their assistance during the clinic’s approval process and expressed enthusiasm about serving the Chowchilla community.

Olivia Tashira, speaking on behalf of Royal Health Network, thanked the Chamber of Commerce and the City of Chowchilla for their support. She expressed enthusiasm about establishing the business in Chowchilla and stated that Royal Health Network looks forward to building a longterm relationship with the community.

COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2

2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS
Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc
Council Member Troost reported attending the Concert in the Park.

Mayor Pro Tem Barragan indicated he also attended the Concert in the Park.

Mayor Smith reported attending the CalWORKs graduation ceremony with Council Member Troost, where two Chowchilla residents were recognized among the graduates. He noted that the eight-week program prepares participants for apprenticeship opportunities in skilled trades, including carpentry, plumbing, and electrical work, providing pathways to in-demand careers.

Mayor Smith also reported attending the Block Party and Concert in the Park. He thanked the Yard Dogs for allowing him to participate in a song during the event and commented positively on the experience.

2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
Police Chief Palmer reported that since the last Council meeting, the Police Department responded to 1,265 calls for service, conducted 483 proactive activities, made 39 misdemeanor arrests and 15 felony arrests, and issued 45 citations. Chief Palmer also provided an animal control update, reporting that 62 dogs had been taken in during the year, with more than 85 percent being adopted, returned to owners, or placed in foster care. Additionally, 37 cats were trapped, neutered, and released, with several rescued and adopted. Chief Palmer noted that euthanasia rates have decreased significantly.

Fire Chief Gaumnitz discussed ongoing concerns regarding weed abatement and emphasized the need for year-round vegetation management due to increased fire risks. Chief Gaumnitz also reported that the Firefighters Association awarded scholarships to two local students pursuing medical careers and welcomed new volunteer firefighter Alfonso Montez to the department.

Public Works Deputy Director Roman reported that increased summer temperatures have led to higher water demand and an increase in water leaks, noting that seven leaks had been repaired since June 9. He encouraged residents to report issues observed on City property. Deputy Director Roman also announced the hiring of Joel Garcia as Parks and Facilities Supervisor.

Deputy Director Roman provided project updates, stating that work on the Airport Project continues and that unforeseen utility conflicts are being addressed. He reported that the Ventura Avenue Project had been delayed due to issues involving the contractor’s license status and that staff are working to resolve the matter while maintaining the project schedule. He further reported that improvements on Road 15½ are progressing, with paving scheduled and roadway reopening anticipated pending completion of remaining work.

Community and Economic Development Director Munoz reported attending the June 17 Planning Commission meeting and participating in a community beautification project at 336 Robertson Boulevard alongside community volunteers and local organizations. She announced that Flames Restaurant, Bar and Arcade are planned for 408 Robertson Boulevard, with an opening date to City Council Meeting MINUTES June 23, 2026
be determined. Director Munoz also reported that staff continues processing permits and working with prospective developers on future projects.

Finance Director Seeto reported that staff continues working on the City’s budget and the Master Fee Schedule.

Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Wisener reported Information Technology continues to support daily operations across all departments, including employee onboarding, equipment setup, troubleshooting, server and infrastructure maintenance, resolution of connectivity and backup issues, recording of the Planning Commission meeting, and ongoing cybersecurity and utility infrastructure improvements. Director Wisener reported that while recovering from an illness, staff successfully continued summer programs and events. She noted the Community Block Party was well attended and positively received by the community. Staff successfully managed Music in the Park, Movies in the Park, and other summer programs in her absence. Open Swim continues to experience strong attendance, including reaching maximum capacity of 100 participants. A planned pool closure is scheduled for July 6 to allow for repairs by the high school.

City Clerk McClendon reported that the Primary Election Voting Center operated smoothly at City Hall and that preparations are underway for the November General Election. Also noted that the City is completing required election procedures, including calling the election and requesting consolidation with the County. Offices up for election include one City Council seat in District 1, one City Council seat in District 2, and one at-large Mayor position. The nomination period will open July 13 and close August 7.

City Administrator Pruett reported attending a webinar on internal controls and meeting with economic development representatives regarding Opportunity Zone applications. Also provided updates on the City’s efforts to pursue Opportunity Zone designation and discussed ongoing coordination with state agencies. Mr. Pruett also reported meeting with Caltrans regarding the roundabout project, including discussions related to future lighting improvements. He noted that environmental review requirements have been completed and the project is moving into the rightof-way acquisition phase. Additional updates included attendance at the California Cities quarterly division meeting, continued work on the Community Facilities District bond issuance process, and development of updated internal procedures for graffiti abatement. He reported that staff does not anticipate significant changes to the Municipal Code but plans to implement revised administrative procedures for graffiti removal.

CONSENT CALENDAR – Section 3

3.1 Approval of the June 9, 2026 Regular City Council Meeting Minutes (McClendon)

3.2 Consideration and Acceptance of the May 2026 Financials Report (Seeto)

3.3 a) Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving Zoning Map Amendment No. ZOA 25-0805 Amending the Official Zoning Map of the City of Chowchilla for Certain Properties Citywide; and b) Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving Zoning Ordinance Amendment No. ZOA 25-0806 for Site 10, Amending the Official Zoning Map to Rezone APN 014-020-031 from High Density Residential (HDR) to Service Commercial (SC), Subject to Condition Ensuring Compliance with Government Code Section 65863 (Munoz)

3.4 Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving the Pre-Zoning of Approximately 45.06 Acres to High Density Residential (Munoz)
City Council Meeting MINUTES June 23, 2026

3.5 Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Approving Zoning Map Amendment No. ZOA 26-0001 for the Rancho Calera Block 12 Project (Munoz)

3.6 Second Reading, with Option to Waive the Second Reading, and Adoption of an Ordinance Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 15.12 – Fire Prevention (Gaumnitz)

3.7 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Approving Applications for Transportation Development Act Funds for Fiscal Year 2026/2027, and Authorizing the City Administrator or Designee to Execute and Submit Applications to the Madera County Transportation Commission (Annual TDA Application) (McClendon) Motion by Council Member Ahmed, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Barragan to Approve the Consent Calendar as Corrected. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Member Chavez absent.

PUBLIC HEARINGS – Section 4

4.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Amending the Master Fee Schedule (Seeto)
Mayor Smith opened the public hearing at 4:42pm. No one came forward for or against the item.

Mayor Smith closed the public hearing at 4:42pm.

Motion by Council Member Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Barragan to Adopt the 2026/2027 Master User Fee Schedule as Amended, removing the Increased Water Turn on Fees for Utilities; keeping the original $25 fee. Motion passed with Council Member Chavez absent.

4.2 Public Hearing Regarding Employment Vacancies and Recruitment Efforts in Accordance with AB 2561 (McClendon)
Mayor Smith opened the public hearing at 4:54pm. No one came forward for or against the item.

Mayor Smith closed the public hearing at 4:55pm.

No action; Verbal Report Only.

4.3 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Related to Annual Weed Abatement, Overruling Protests of Any Affected Property Owners, and Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute Necessary Documents (2026 Weed Abatement Program) (Gaumnitz)
Mayor Smith opened the public hearing at 4:56pm. No one came forward for or against the item.

Mayor Smith closed the public hearing at 5:01pm.

Motion by Council Member Troost, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Barragan to Adopt City Council Resolution #39-26, Related to Annual Weed Abatement, Overruling Protests of Any Affected Property Owners, and Authorizing the City Administrator to Execute Necessary Documents (2026 Weed Abatement Program). Motion passed with Council Member Chavez absent.

4.4 Introduction and First Reading of an Ordinance Finding Zoning Text Amendment 26- 0001 Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) and Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030- Accessory Dwelling Units, to Comply with State ADU Law and Address California Department of Housing and Community Development Findings (Munoz)
City Council Meeting MINUTES June 23, 2026
Mayor Smith opened the public hearing at 5:03pm. No one came forward for or against the item.

Mayor Smith closed the public hearing at 5:03pm.

Motion by Council Member Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Troost to Waive the First Reading of an Ordinance Finding Zoning Text Amendment 26-0001 Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) and Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030- Accessory Dwelling Units, to Comply with State ADU Law and Address California Department of Housing and Community Development Findings. Motion passed by roll call vote with Council Member Chavez absent.

DEFERRED BUSINESS – Section 5
NEW BUSINESS – Section 6

6.1 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution of Intention to Levy and Collect the Annual Assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 of the City of Chowchilla (Ensminger)
Motion by Mayor Pro Tem Barragan, Seconded by Council Member Troost to Adopt City Council Resolution #40-26, Intention to Levy and Collect the Annual Assessment for Landscape Maintenance and Lighting District No. 90-1 of the City of Chowchilla. Motion passed with Council Member Chavez absent.

6.2 Consideration and Adoption of a City Council Resolution Authorizing Allocation from the Council Contingency Fund for the Lions Club ‘Chowchilla Freedom Celebration’ Fireworks Event (McClendon)
Motion by Council Member Ahmed, Seconded by Council Member Troost to Adopt City Council Resolution #41-26, Authorizing Allocation from the Council Contingency Fund for the Lions Club ‘Chowchilla Freedom Celebration’ Fireworks Event. Motion passed with Council Member Chavez absent.

ANNOUNCEMENTS – Section 7
JUNE 26 MUSIC IN THE PARK #2, MOVE MOUNTAINS, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, 7PM JUNE 27 MOVIES IN THE PARK #3, ‘HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, SUNSET
JUNE 30 SPECIAL CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 4PM JULY 3 FOURTH OF JULY OBSERVANCE, CITY OFFICES CLOSED
JULY 10 MUSIC IN THE PARK #3, TROUBLESOME, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, 7PM JULY 11 MOVIES IN THE PARK #4, DAVID, VETERANS MEMORIAL PARK, SUNSET JULY 14 CITY COUNCIL MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 4PM
JULY 15 PLANNING COMMISSION MEETING, COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 5:00PM

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smith Adjourned the June 23, 2026 City Council Regular Meeting at 5:09 p.m.

ATTEST: APPROVED:

Joann McClendon, CMC, City Clerk Mayor Kelly Smith
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THE AGENDA

MINUTES
SPECIAL City Council –
Redevelopment Successor Agency –
Public Finance Authority Joint Meeting Council Chamber, Chowchilla City Hall 130 S. 2nd Street, Chowchilla, CA 93610
Tuesday, June 30, 2026
Open Session: 4:00 p.m.

CALL TO ORDER/ROLL CALL
Mayor: Kelly Smith
Mayor Pro Tem: Ray Barragan
Council Members: Waseem Ahmed, John Chavez, Jeff Troost City staff and contract employees present: City Administrator Rod Pruett, City Attorney Michael Prentice, Police Lieutenant Danny Denny, Fire Chief Fred Gaumnitz, Public Works Deputy Director Joe Roman, Community & Economic Development Director Denise Munoz, Finance Director Daniel Seeto, Director of Recreation & Community Engagement Stacy Wisener (Zoom), IT System Administrator Kurt Wlodarczyk, Deputy City Clerk Vanessa Galvez-Escobar CONSIDERATION OF APPROVAL OF AGENDA Additions and/or Deletions: None OPEN SESSION – 4:00 PM

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
INVOCATION: Pastor Jeff Troost

PUBLIC ADDRESS
None
PRESENTATIONS/WORKSHOP - Section 1
COUNCIL AND STAFF VERBAL REPORTS – Section 2

2.1 COUNCIL VERBAL REPORTS - Legislative, Collaborative Agency, Ad Hoc Council Member Troost reported that he attended the last two Concerts in the Park and complimented the events, noting they are well organized, feature excellent bands, and have had outstanding weather. He encouraged more community members to attend and take advantage of the events.

Mayor Smith reported attending Lloyd Fagundes’ 70th birthday celebration, which was attended by approximately 400 people, and wished him a happy birthday.

2.2 STAFF VERBAL REPORTS
Public Works Director Ensminger reported that he attended the annual American Water Works Association Conference in Washington. He noted it is the largest water conference in the world and provided valuable opportunities to learn from other utilities. Mr. Ensminger also reported that during his absence, City crews responded quickly to a water main break and successfully completed the necessary repairs.

Community & Economic Development Director Munoz reported that staff continue to process building permits, support ongoing development projects, and meet with landowners and developers regarding future development opportunities.

City Council Meeting MINUTES June 30, 2026
City Administrator Pruett reported that the Contract for Difference (CFD) bond sale was completed successfully on Friday. He explained that the bond issuance experienced a slight delay due to limited initial investor interest and the need for additional due diligence by another interested party. He noted that the bond issue was unique because it was a relatively small issuance with an 11-year term rather than the typical 30-year term, making it less attractive to some investors. Despite the delay, the financing was completed successfully, and final closing is expected by July 15, completing the overall process.

NEW BUSINESS - Section 3

3.1 Consideration and Adoption of Resolutions Adopting the 2026/27 Fiscal Year Annual Budgets for:
a) City Operating and Capital Budget;
Motion by Council Member Ahmed, Seconded by Mayor Pro Tem Barragan, to Adopt Resolution #42-26, adopting the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Annual City Operating and Capital Budget. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
b) Chowchilla Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Budget; Motion by Board Member Troost, Seconded by Board Member Chavez, to Adopt Resolution #43- 26, Adopting the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Annual Chowchilla Successor Agency to the Redevelopment Agency Budget. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote. c) Chowchilla Public Finance Authority Budget;
Motion by Board Member Chavez, Seconded by Board Member Troost, to Adopt Resolution #44- 26, Adopting the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Annual Chowchilla Public Finance Authority Budget.

Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
d) Gann Appropriation Limit; and
Motion by Council Member Chavez, Seconded by Council Member Ahmed, to Adopt Resolution #45-26, adopting the 2026/2027 Fiscal Year Annual Gann Appropriation Limit. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.
e) Amending the Salary Scale (Seeto)
Motion by Council Member Chavez, Seconded by Council Member Troost, to Adopt Resolution #46-26, Amending the Salary Scale. Motion passed unanimously by roll call vote.

ADJOURNMENT
Mayor Smith Adjourned the June 30, 2026 Special City Council Meeting at 4:53 p.m.

ATTEST: APPROVED:

Vanessa Galvez-Escobar, Deputy City Clerk Mayor Kelly Smith

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: July 14, 2026
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Information Regarding Monthly Invoice Payments PREPARED BY: Daniel Seeto, 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 June 2026.

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
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Issued
Date
06/03/2026 71779 Nicholas Palmer Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,075.00 06/03/2026 71780 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -458.24 06/03/2026 71781 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,332.03 06/03/2026 71782 Pacific Bay Equipment Service & Sales Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,139.19 06/03/2026 71783 Polsinelli LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,091.00 06/03/2026 71784 Principal Life Insurance Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8,992.80 06/03/2026 71785 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -46.11 06/03/2026 71786 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -30,053.57 06/03/2026 71787 Quadient Leasing USA, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -690.75 06/03/2026 71788 R & R Pool Service Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -140.00 06/03/2026 71789 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -333.68 06/03/2026 71790 Rick Manuel Medeiros Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -750.00 06/03/2026 71791 Ronnie Bass Welding Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -26,884.71 06/03/2026 71792 Superior Pool Products, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,578.00 06/03/2026 71793 Telstar Instruments Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -85,066.80 06/03/2026 71794 T-Mobile USA Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -352.35 06/03/2026 71795 Townsend Public Affairs, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,500.00 06/03/2026 71796 Tyler Technologies, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -14,439.75 06/03/2026 71797 United Rentals Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -132.68 06/03/2026 71798 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -788.44 06/03/2026 71799 US Post Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,090.58 06/03/2026 71800 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -39,631.38 06/03/2026 71801 Vision Service Plan - (CA) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -832.64 06/03/2026 71802 Zions Bancorporation, National Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -625.00 06/10/2026 71804 Aanonson Sprinkler Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -151.48 06/10/2026 71805 AFLAC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -967.14 06/10/2026 71806 Airespring Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -552.91 06/10/2026 71807 Amanda Moon Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -275.60 06/10/2026 71808 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -106.29 06/10/2026 71809 Badger Meter Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,896.02 06/10/2026 71810 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -561.56 06/10/2026 71811 Burton's Fire Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,180.10 06/10/2026 71812 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -245.16 06/10/2026 71813 Community Science Workshop Network Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,500.00 06/10/2026 71814 D & V Sporting Gear Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,003.50 06/10/2026 71815 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -121.69 06/10/2026 71816 Holt of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,406.71 06/10/2026 71817 Interstate Gas Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,600.00 06/10/2026 71818 Jadiel Galvez Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -260.00 06/10/2026 71819 Julie Kristine Ortiz- Rocha Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,750.00 06/10/2026 71820 L.N. Curtis & Sons Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -104.66 06/10/2026 71821 Loretta Donato- Roberts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,750.00 06/10/2026 71822 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,569.85 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
06/10/2026 71823 NBS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -18,000.00 06/10/2026 71824 Occupational Health Centers of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -514.00 06/10/2026 71825 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -326.17 06/10/2026 71826 OpenGov, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -20,837.25 06/10/2026 71827 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,215.87 06/10/2026 71828 Power Business Technology LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -8.95 06/10/2026 71829 Precision Civil Engineering, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -20,083.46 06/10/2026 71830 Price Paige & Company CPA's LLP Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,050.00 06/10/2026 71831 ProClean Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,046.11 06/10/2026 71832 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -36,060.05 06/10/2026 71833 R & H Wholesale Supply, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -251.01 06/10/2026 71834 Railworks Track Systems LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -9,577.00 06/10/2026 71835 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,994.18 06/10/2026 71836 Reptile Ron Animal Presentations Incorporated Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -600.00 06/10/2026 71837 Rolfe Construction Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -219,460.00 06/10/2026 71838 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -105.89 06/10/2026 71839 Southern Tire Mart LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,125.53 06/10/2026 71840 Superior Pool Products, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,809.00 06/10/2026 71841 The Yard Dogs Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,500.00 06/10/2026 71842 TransNations Translations, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -90.00 06/10/2026 71843 Union Pacific Railroad Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,000.00 06/10/2026 71844 US Bank Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,430.00 06/10/2026 71845 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -6,751.54 06/10/2026 71846 West Coast Arborists Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,625.00 06/10/2026 71847 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -121,981.28 06/11/2026 71848 Quintana Investments Co. LLC C/O Eddie Quintana Utility Billing Outstanding Check -313.11 06/11/2026 71849 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -583.83 06/11/2026 71850 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,494.00 06/11/2026 71851 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 06/11/2026 71852 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -264.00 06/11/2026 71853 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -108.00 06/11/2026 71854 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -153.00 06/11/2026 71855 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 06/11/2026 71856 Franchise Tax Board- Tax Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -200.00 06/11/2026 71857 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -303.02 06/16/2026 71858 Gertrudes Fernandez Utility Billing Outstanding Check -141.47 06/17/2026 71859 AT & T CALNET Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -287.87 06/17/2026 71860 AutoZone Parts, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -23.91 06/17/2026 71861 Casadi Denny Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -301.00 06/17/2026 71862 Cascade Fire Equipment Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,309.87 06/17/2026 71863 Central Valley Veterinary Clinic Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -125.00 06/17/2026 71864 Cheryl Perry Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,500.00 06/17/2026 71865 Cook's Communication Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -631.23 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
06/17/2026 71866 Crazy Ant Pest Control Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -94.00 06/17/2026 71867 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -165.00 06/17/2026 71868 Dustin Ensminger Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,174.22 06/17/2026 71869 Dustin Ensminger Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -105.00 06/17/2026 71870 Grover Landscape Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -12,474.12 06/17/2026 71871 Home Depot Credit Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -84.24 06/17/2026 71872 JMP Office Technologies Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -59.45 06/17/2026 71873 L.N. Curtis & Sons Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -508.25 06/17/2026 71874 Madera Co Auditor/Controller Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -112,241.44 06/17/2026 71875 Madison Barragan- Silva Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -115.00 06/17/2026 71876 Metro Uniform of Merced Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,744.75 06/17/2026 71877 NBS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,500.00 06/17/2026 71878 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -267.64 06/17/2026 71879 O'Reilly Auto Parts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,649.51 06/17/2026 71880 PARS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -517.44 06/17/2026 71881 Pegboard Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -311.35 06/17/2026 71882 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -50.56 06/17/2026 71883 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -65,699.00 06/17/2026 71884 Rose Furniture & Floor Covering Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -200.00 06/17/2026 71885 S & W Auto Parts Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -87.62 06/17/2026 71886 San Diego Police Equipment Company Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,035.59 06/17/2026 71887 Southern Tire Mart LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -932.31 06/17/2026 71888 Stacy Burns Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -301.00 06/17/2026 71889 Stericycle, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -170.16 06/17/2026 71890 Superior Pool Products, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,769.00 06/17/2026 71891 Toshiba Financial Services Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,545.25 06/17/2026 71892 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,907.45 06/17/2026 71893 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -964.75 06/17/2026 71894 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -56,317.33 06/18/2026 71895 Granite Construction Utility Billing Outstanding Check -1,200.00 06/18/2026 71896 Rolfe Construction Utility Billing Outstanding Check -1,200.00 06/25/2026 71897 A-1 National Fencing, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,565.00 06/25/2026 71898 Brett Matthew Moglia Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,500.00 06/25/2026 71899 State Water Resources Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -80,149.78 06/25/2026 71900 Verizon Wireless Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,237.79 06/29/2026 71901 CA State Disbursement Unit Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,658.37 06/29/2026 71902 Chowchilla City Police Officers Association Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,580.00 06/29/2026 71903 Void Check Accounts Payable Voided Check 0.00 06/29/2026 71904 Chowchilla Employees Assn. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -264.00 06/29/2026 71905 Chowchilla Mid-Management Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -108.00 06/29/2026 71906 Chowchilla Office Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -153.00 06/29/2026 71907 Fitness Peak Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 06/29/2026 71908 Franchise Tax Board- Tax Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -200.00 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
06/29/2026 71909 U.S. Bank (PARS) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -204.30 06/30/2026 71910 American Fidelity Assurance Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,441.36 06/30/2026 71911 American Fidelity Assurance (Flex) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -458.32 06/30/2026 71912 American Products Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -42,911.55 06/30/2026 71913 AT & T Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -96.30 06/30/2026 71914 AT&T Mobility, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -958.88 06/30/2026 71915 AutoZone Parts, Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -14.91 06/30/2026 71916 BSK Associates Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -125.84 06/30/2026 71917 CDW Government, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,788.98 06/30/2026 71918 Central Valley Concrete, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -766.69 06/30/2026 71919 Central Valley Veterinary Clinic Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -174.40 06/30/2026 71920 Chowchilla Memorial Healthcare District Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -15,000.00 06/30/2026 71921 CMG Solar Panel Cleaning Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -9,614.70 06/30/2026 71922 Comcast Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1.14 06/30/2026 71923 Cornerstone Structural Engineering Group, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -521.00 06/30/2026 71924 D & V Sporting Gear Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -355.61 06/30/2026 71925 Dell, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,632.70 06/30/2026 71926 Department of Justice/Acc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -32.00 06/30/2026 71927 Department of Justice/Acc B/A Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -70.00 06/30/2026 71928 Distributor Operations, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -478.42 06/30/2026 71929 Farmers Hardware Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -64.05 06/30/2026 71930 Grover Landscape Services Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,068.00 06/30/2026 71931 Guadalupe Gonzalez Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -86.88 06/30/2026 71932 Ingraham Trophies Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -88.14 06/30/2026 71933 Insurance and Benefits Trust of the Peace Officers Research Association of California Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,056.00 06/30/2026 71934 L.N. Curtis & Sons Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,760.19 06/30/2026 71935 Mace Pest Control Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -90.00 06/30/2026 71936 Madera Tribune Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -5,250.60 06/30/2026 71937 Madera Uniform & Accessories, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -2,316.62 06/30/2026 71938 Mid Valley Disposal Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -4,999.84 06/30/2026 71939 Model 1 Commercial Vehicles, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -99,829.98 06/30/2026 71940 NBS Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -3,864.37 06/30/2026 71941 ODP Business Solutions, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -898.75 06/30/2026 71942 O'Reilly Auto Parts Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -92.38 06/30/2026 71943 PACE Supply Corp Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,835.82 06/30/2026 71944 Power Business Technology LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -153.47 06/30/2026 71945 Principal Life Insurance Company Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -9,656.47 06/30/2026 71946 ProClean Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -970.26 06/30/2026 71947 PROtech Security & Electronics Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -301.78 06/30/2026 71948 Prudential Overall Supply Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -545.66 06/30/2026 71949 Quad Knopf, Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -66,214.28 06/30/2026 71950 Rain for Rent Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -6,901.41 06/30/2026 71951 Ross Ladder Service Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -619.80 Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Date Number Description Module Status Type Amount
Issued
Date
06/30/2026 71952 SCA of CA, LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,800.00 06/30/2026 71953 Self Help Enterprises Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,565.58 06/30/2026 71954 Southern Tire Mart LLC Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -815.60 06/30/2026 71955 Turner's Towing Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -300.00 06/30/2026 71956 US BANK (CAL-CARD) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -10,461.82 06/30/2026 71957 Valley Animal Hospital of Merced Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,895.00 06/30/2026 71958 Van De Pol Petroleum Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -11,480.56 06/30/2026 71959 Vision Service Plan - (CA) Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -913.02 06/30/2026 71960 Vortex Industries Inc Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -6,623.89 06/30/2026 71961 William Ledesma Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,188.50 06/30/2026 71962 Yamabe and Horn Engineering Inc. Accounts Payable Outstanding Check -1,495.00 Bank Account 200650906 Total: (219) -1,759,722.27
Bank Account: 200695379 - Payroll-Tri Counties
06/12/2026 731 731 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
06/12/2026 06/11/2026 732 732 Payroll Cleared Check 0.00 06/12/2026 733 733 Payroll Outstanding Check -208.12
06/12/2026 734 734 Payroll Outstanding Check -284.40
06/26/2026 735 735 Payroll Outstanding Check -554.12
06/26/2026 736 736 Payroll Outstanding Check -554.12
06/26/2026 737 737 Payroll Outstanding Check -554.12
06/26/2026 738 738 Payroll Outstanding Check -554.12
Bank Account 200695379 Total: (8) -2,993.40
Report Total: (227) -1,762,715.67
Bank Transaction Report Issued Date Range: -
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Summary
Bank Account Count Amount
200650906 General Tricounties Bank 219 -1,759,722.27
200695379 Payroll-Tri Counties 8 -2,993.40
Report Total: 227 -1,762,715.67
Cash Account Count Amount
**No Cash Account** 4 0.00
999 999-0100-0215 Cash In Bank 216 -1,759,722.27
999 999-0100-0216 Cash In Bank (Payroll) 7 -2,993.40
Report Total: 227 -1,762,715.67
Transaction Type Count Amount
Check 227 -1,762,715.67
Report Total: 227 -1,762,715.67

REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Item 3.4

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: July 14, 2026
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: A Resolution Requesting the Madera County Clerk to Render Specified Services to the City of Chowchilla Relating to the Conduct of Municipal Elections
PREPARED BY: Joann McClendon, City Clerk
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution, Exhibit A

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

That the City Council approves the attached resolution requesting the Madera County Clerk-Recorder to render specified services to the City of Chowchilla to conduct the 2026 Municipal Elections.

BACKGROUND:

On election years, it is required to request the services of the County Clerk/Recorder from the Board of Supervisors, by resolution, to conduct the municipal election. The resolution requests the Madera County Clerk/Recorder to perform the following functions for the City of Chowchilla, which have been regularly performed by the Madera County Clerk/Recorder in prior election years:
a) Prepare and publish all required notices (nominee for public office, election officers and polling places, central counting place).
b) Issue and file nomination documents and verify nomination petitions. c) Issue and file conflict of interest and campaign disclosure statements.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The City has always consolidated with the County during election years. There was an exception for the 2012 election year. At the request of the City Administrator at that time, all of the issuances, filings and verifications were completed by the City Clerk. This resulted in unnecessary increase of staff time and cost.

There will be two (2) 4-year terms for Districts 1 & 2 and one (1) 2-year term for Mayor At-Large this election year for the City Council.

FISCAL IMPACT:

It was determined by County Clerk’s Office that the estimated costs for a vote of three City Council seats at the November 3, 2026 Presidential General Election, based on 11,700 voters, is estimated at $170,000.

ALTERNATIVES:

Failure to approve the resolution will require the City to perform the referenced election services, which would result in a significantly higher cost to the City.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The executed resolution will be submitted to the County Elections Office for processing.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION # XX-26

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

REQUESTING THE MADERA COUNTY CLERK-RECORDER TO RENDER SPECIFIED

SERVICES TO THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA RELATING TO THE CONDUCT OF MUNICIPAL

ELECTIONS
WHEREAS, the City of Chowchilla, by enactment of Ordinance No. 350-85, adopted the 28th day of January, 1985, changed the date of the General Municipal Election in the City of Chowchilla from the second Tuesday in April of even years to the same days as the School District Elections in California, as provided in 2602 of the Elections Code of the State of California; and on the 9th day of April, 1985, the Board of Supervisors of the County of Madera approved said Ordinance in accordance with said Section 36503.5; and
WHEREAS, Section 10403 of the Elections Code of the State of California specifies election services which the governing body of the City may, by resolution, request to be performed by the County Clerk.

WHEREAS, a request made pursuant to Section 10403 of the Elections Code must be submitted to the County Board of Supervisors, which may permit the County Clerk to render to the City the election services set forth therein; and
WHEREAS, it is the desire of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla that the Madera County Clerk-Recorder be permitted to render specified services to the City of Chowchilla relating to its conduct of November 3, 2026 elections and consolidate said elections being held by other jurisdictions within the City of Chowchilla;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds and determines the following:

1. Pursuant to Sections 10002 and 10403 of the Elections Code of the State of California, the City of Chowchilla hereby requests the Madera County Elections Office to render the City of Chowchilla services specified in Exhibit “A”, attached hereto, and incorporated herein relating to the conduct of the Municipal Election on November 3, 2026, and to consolidate said election with other elections being held by other jurisdictions within the City of Chowchilla.

2. In accordance with the provisions of Section 10403 of the California Elections Code of the State of California, the City Council of the City of Chowchilla acknowledges that the consolidated election will be held and conducted in accordance with the provisions of law regulating the Statewide General Election pursuant to Section 10418 of the California Elections Code.

3. The City Clerk of the City of Chowchilla is hereby authorized and directed to forthwith forward a certified copy of this resolution to the Madera County Elections Office and upon notification of the granting of such permission, supply the Madera County Elections Office with any and all other information that may be necessary in connection with the conduct of such elections.

4. For and in consideration of the election services to be rendered by the Madera County Elections Office, the City of Chowchilla agrees to pay Madera County the City’s proportionate share of the reasonable expenses of said election; said share to consist of all directly related to the Conduct of the City of Chowchilla’s Municipal Election and also the City of Chowchilla’s proportionate share of the expenses for election services rendered by Madera County that are being shared equally with other jurisdictions, if any, in the City of Chowchilla on November 3, 2026.

5. In the event a tie vote has been determined and certified by the County Clerk, a successful candidate will be chosen by lot certification of the election results.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 14th day of July, 2026 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:

Kelly Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
EXHIBIT “A”
The Madera County Clerk is authorized to render the following services to the City of Chowchilla for the November 2026 General Election:

1. Prepare and publish all required notices (nominee for public office, election officers and polling places, central counting place).

2. Provide Spanish translation of ballot materials where required.

3. Provide and mail sample ballots and voter information pamphlets.

4. Provide, issue and canvass absent voter ballots.

5. Establish precincts, appoint precinct boards, designate polling places, and instruct election officers concerning their duties.

6. Provide voting equipment and provide a certified statement of results.

7. Canvass election returns and provide a certified statement of results.

8. Issue and file nomination documents and verify nomination petitions.

9. Issue and file conflict of interest (Type: Candidate) and campaign disclosure statements.

Collect fees and perform services contained in City of Chowchilla Council Resolution # ___ -26 (attached).

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Item 3.5

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: July 14, 2026
AGENDA SECTION: Consent
SUBJECT: Second Reading of Ordinance Finding Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 26- 0001 Exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”) Pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3) and Amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030 (Accessory Dwelling Units) to Comply with State ADU Law and Address California Department of Housing and Community Development Findings
PREPARED BY: Jenna Chilingerian, Contract Planner, Precision Civil Engineering REVIEWED BY : Denise Munoz, Community and Economic Development Director; ATTACHMENTS: a. Redline of Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030 b. Draft City Council Ordinance for ZTA 26-0001
c. HCD ADU Ordinance Review Letter dated April 22, 2026

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

That the City Council conduct a public hearing, deliberate, and by motion:

1. Find the proposed zone text amendment exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption, because it can be seen with certainty that the ordinance amendment will not have a significant effect on the environment; and

2. Waive full reading of Zoning Text Amendment (ZTA) 26-0001 amending Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030 (Accessory Dwelling Units) to Comply with State ADU Law and Address California Department of Housing and Community Development Findings;

3. Adopt, and upon adoption, submit the amended ordinance and response materials to HCD.

BACKGROUND:

Planning Commission Recommendation
At its regular meeting on June 17, 2026, the Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing on ZTA 26-0001, considered the staff report, draft ordinance, HCD review letter, and public testimony, and adopted Resolution No. 2026-13 recommending that the City Council approve the proposed amendment to Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030 and find the project exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

This item was introduced to the City Council on June 23, 2026.

HCD Review Letter
On April 22, 2026, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) issued a review letter finding that the City’s existing Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) ordinance did not fully comply with State ADU Law, Government Code Sections 66310 through 66342. HCD advised the City to respond within 30 days with a plan to either amend the ordinance or adopt a resolution with findings explaining why the City believed the ordinance already complied with State law.

On May 6, 2026, within 30 days of HCD’s letter, the City submitted an initial written response confirming its intent to amend the ADU ordinance to address all identified findings and to bring the changes forward for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council. This zoning ordinance amendment is the implementing action that fulfills that commitment.

HCD identified seven categories of deficiencies in the ordinance: incorporation of recent legislation, application completeness and appeal procedures, the number of ADUs permitted on single-family lots, measurement of ADU size using interior livable space, front setback limitations for qualifying units, junior ADU owner-occupancy, and several missing required statutory standards. The proposed zoning ordinance amendment revises Section 18.60.030 to address each of those findings and align the City’s ordinance with current State ADU law.

Project Description
The proposed project is a citywide zone text amendment to Section 18.60.030 of the Chowchilla Municipal Code governing ADUs and junior ADUs. The amendment applies to all lots zoned to allow residential uses, and updates the City’s ADU standards, procedures, and definitions to conform to Government Code Sections 66310 through 66342, including amendments reflected in Assembly Bill (AB) 130, AB 462, AB 1154, SB 9, and SB 543. These bills collectively reorganized and updated State ADU statutes, clarified ministerial approval standards and timelines, and revised certain provisions for junior ADUs and combinations of units on a single lot.

The revised ordinance adds or revises standards in five main areas. • Updates the application process to include 15-business-day completeness determinations, resubmittal protections, deemed-complete language, 60-day processing requirements, and a written appeal process.
• Clarifies the types and number of ADUs permitted on single-family and multifamily lots and expressly preserves the ability to combine units authorized under Government Code Sections 66314 and 66323. • Revises development standards to use interior livable space, adds protections for qualifying 66323 units, and updates JADU owner-occupancy requirements.
• Adds omitted standards relating to no required passageway, occupancy classification, private sewage disposal systems, garage demolition, and JADU parking.
• Includes a general State law consistency clause so that future conflicts are resolved in favor of State law.

Consistency with State ADU Law
The proposed amendment addresses each issue raised in the HCD findings letter. As revised, Section

18.60.030 is intended to bring the City into conformance with the HCD review letter and current State ADU law, described as follows.
• Section B – Application Process now includes the mandatory completeness review timeline, resubmittal protections, and appeal procedures required by Government Code Section 66317. • Section C – Allowed ADUs per Lot removes the prior effect of capping single-family lot entitlements and clarifies that the ordinance does not limit the approval of additional ADUs authorized under Government Code Section 66314.
• Section D – Development Standards updates all size references to interior livable space and adds protections for units that must be ministerially approved under Government Code Section 66323, including the 800-square-foot with 4-foot side and rear setback standard and the prohibition on applying front-yard setbacks and unauthorized objective standards to those units. The JADU standards are also revised so that owner-occupancy is required only when the JADU shares sanitation facilities with the primary dwelling, consistent with State law.
• Section E – Other Requirements incorporates the statutory provisions HCD found were missing from the ordinance, including no passageway requirements, no Group R occupancy change absent the specific finding authorized by statute, health officer review for private sewage disposal systems when applicable, simultaneous processing of garage demolition and ADU permits, and the prohibition on requiring parking for JADUs.

General Plan and Zoning Consistency
The amendment is a text update to the City’s zoning regulations and does not change the General Plan land use designations or zoning districts applicable to any parcel. Instead, it updates procedural and development standards for ADUs and JADUs in residentially allowed zones to ensure that the Municipal Code remains consistent with State housing law. ADUs and JADUs are a residential use already contemplated by State law and local zoning, and the proposed amendment primarily modifies review procedures and development standards rather than authorizing a new land use category. The amendment therefore supports continued implementation of the Housing Element and State-mandated housing programs by ensuring that the City’s ordinance is legally compliant and administratively usable.

Environmental Review
The proposed zoning ordinance amendment is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption. The amendment revises the City’s ADU ordinance to align with State law and does not approve any specific development project, change land use designations, or authorize physical changes to a particular site. Because the action consists of code revisions required to maintain consistency with State law and it can be seen with certainty that the amendment itself will not have a significant effect on the environment, the common-sense exemption applies.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

Staff recommends approval because the proposed amendment updates Section 18.60.030 to conform to current State ADU law, addresses each deficiency identified by HCD, improves administrative clarity, and supports the City’s ongoing housing law compliance obligations.

FISCAL IMPACT:

Fiscal impacts are limited to staff and legal costs associated with processing the zone text amendment, preparing the ordinance, and responding to HCD’s findings letter.

ALTERNATIVES:

The City Council may:

1. Provide modifications, provided the modifications remain consistent with State ADU Law and the HCD findings letter.

2. Decline to adopt the ordinance and direct staff to return with revisions. Denial or delay could leave the City’s ADU ordinance subject to HCD’s findings of noncompliance.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

If adopted, staff will submit the amended ordinance and supporting response materials to HCD to demonstrate that the City has corrected the deficiencies identified in the April 22, 2026 review letter.

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18.60.030 Accessory dwelling units.

A. Purpose and Applicability.

1. The purpose of this section is to establish the regulations and procedures for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (J junior ADUs) in conformance with Government Code Section 66310—66342 (Accessory Dwelling Units). The standards included in this section are applicable to all lots that are zoned to allow residential uses.

2. State law consistency. This section is intended to fully implement and be construed consistent with Government Code Sections 66310–66342, as amended by Assembly Bill 130 (2025), Assembly Bill 462 (2025), Assembly Bill 1154 (2026), Senate Bill 9 (2026), and Senate Bill 543 (2026), and any successor provisions. Where this section conflicts with State law, State law shall control.

B. Application Process.

1. Permit required. A building permit is required for ADUs and junior ADUs.

2. Submittal requirements. The complete building permit application shall be submitted to the building division on an application prepared by the building official and shall include the submittal requirements. Fees for an ADU shall be established by the city council and shall be, but not be limited to, building plan check fees, building permit fees, and state mandated fees related to the issuance of building permits. a. Application. An application to create or serve an ADU or junior ADU shall be submitted on forms provided by the city and shall include all information required by the Community Development Director to determine compliance with this section and State law.
b. Completeness determination. The city shall determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or junior ADU is complete and provide written notice of this determination to the applicant not later than 15 business days after the City receives the application, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(A). c. Incomplete applications. If the city determines that an application is incomplete, the written notice shall specify all items that are required to make the application complete, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(B). d. Resubmittals limited to listed items. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, an applicant may cure and address the items that are deemed incomplete. In reviewing an application resubmitted to address incomplete items, the city shall not require the application to include an item that was not included in the list of incomplete items provided under subsection B.2.c, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(C) and (D).
e. Timely determination on resubmittal; deemed complete. If an applicant resubmits an application to address incomplete items, the city shall determine whether the resubmitted application has remedied all incomplete items and provide written notice of this determination not later than 15 business days after receipt of the resubmittal, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(E). If the city does not make a timely determination as required by this subsection, the application or resubmitted application shall be deemed complete for purposes of this section, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(F).

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3. Review and approval. A building permit for an ADU or junior ADU shall be considered and approved ministerially without discretionary review or hearing, notwithstanding Sections 65901 or 65906 of the Government Code or any local ordinance regulating the issuance of variance or special use permits.

4. Processing time. The city shall either approve or deny an application to create or serve an ADU or junior ADU within sixty days from the date the city receives a completed application, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(3). a. Exceptions.
i. If the permit to create an ADU is concurrently submitted with a permit to create a single-family dwelling, the city shall not approve or deny the permit for the ADU until the city approves or denies the permit for the single-family dwelling. ii. If the applicant requests a delay, then the sixty-day timeframe shall be tolled for the period of the delay.

5. Remediation after denial. Should the permit application to create an ADU or junior ADU be denied, the city shall, within sixty days of the denial, return in writing a full set of comments to the applicant with a list of items that are defective or deficient and a description of how the application can be remedied.

6. Appeals.
a. Right to appeal. If a permit application for an ADU or junior ADU is determined to be incomplete under subsection B.2.c or is denied under subsection B.4 or B.5, the city shall provide a process for the applicant to appeal that decision in writing to the governing body of the City or, at the City’s option, to the Planning Commission, or both, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(d)(1). Appeals shall otherwise be processed consistent with the procedures in Chapter 18.70. b. Final written determination. The City shall provide a final written determination on the appeal not later than 60 business days after receipt of the applicant’s written appeal.

If an appeal is permitted to both the Planning Commission and the City Council, the 60‑business‑day period shall not be extended, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(d)(2).

C. Types and Number of ADUs Permitted Per Lot.

1. Lots with a single-family dwelling. The following number and types of ADUs shall be allowed per lot that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed single-family dwelling. On a lot that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed single-family dwelling, the City shall ministerially approve an application for a building permit to create any of the following, or any combination of the following, consistent with Government Code Section 66323(a).
a. One ADU that is attached to or located within the an existing or proposed primary dwelling. Attached ADUs may be new construction or internal conversion of an existing area or structure, including attached garages, storage areas, accessory structures, or similar uses.
b. One ADU that is detached from but located on the same lot as the an existing or proposed primary dwelling. Detached ADUs may be new construction or internal conversion of an existing area or structure, including detached garages, storage areas, accessory structures, or similar uses.

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c. One Jjunior ADU that is contained entirely within the walls of an existing or proposed single-family residence, including attached garages, is no more than five hundred square feet in size, that may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure. d. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit or prohibit the approval of additional ADUs authorized pursuant to Government Code Section 66314, including ADUs either attached to, located within, or detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling or located within an accessory structure, provided such units comply with applicable State law.

2. Lots with a multi-family dwelling(s). The following number and types of ADUs shall be allowed per lot that is zoned to allow multi-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed multi-family dwelling. On a lot that is zoned to allow multi-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed multi-family dwelling, the following accessory dwelling units shall be permitted, consistent with Government Code Section 66323(a)(2) and (3).
a. Internal Conversion ADUs.
i. At least one interior ADU conversion, and up to a number of ADUs equal to 25 percent of the existing multi-family dwelling units, may be created within portions of an existing multi-family dwelling that are not used as livable space including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages, and up to twenty-five percent of the total number of dwelling units on lots with an existing multi-family dwelling. b. Detached ADUs.
i. On a lot with an existing multi-family dwelling, up to eight detached ADUs may be constructed, provided that the number of detached ADUs does not to exceed the number of existing units on the lot.
ii. On a lot with a proposed multi-family dwelling, not more than two detached ADUs.

D. Development and design standards.

1. Attached ADUs.
a. Size. The maximum size floor area of an attached ADU shall not exceed fifty percent of the floor area interior livable space of the existing primary dwelling or one thousand two hundred square feet of interior livable space, whichever is less. b. Height. The maximum height of an attached ADU shall not exceed the height of the existing single-family or multi-family dwelling, or twenty-five feet, whichever is less.
c. Setbacks. Attached ADUs shall meet the following minimum setbacks, except as provided in subsection D.5.
i. Front yard: As established in the applicable zone district. ii. Side yard: Four feet.
iii. Rear yard: Four feet.
d. Access. For an attached ADU, a separate exterior entrance independent of the primary dwelling shall be provided.

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2. Detached ADUs.
a. Size. The maximum floor area of a detached ADU shall not exceed one thousand two hundred square feet of interior livable space, except for new construction, detached ADUs on multifamily properties developed pursuant to Government Code section 66323, subdivision (a)(4).
b. Height. The maximum height of a detached ADU is as follows:
i. Sixteen feet if the lot has an existing or proposed single-story dwelling. ii. Eighteen feet if the lot is within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high-quality transit corridor, as defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code. The maximum height may be increased by an additional two feet, to twenty feet maximum, for the purpose of accommodating roof pitch with the primary dwelling.
iii. Eighteen feet if the lot has an existing or proposed multi-family, multi-story dwelling.
c. Setbacks. Detached ADUs shall meet the following minimum setbacks, except as provided in subsection D.5.
i. Front yard: As established in the applicable zone district, provided the setbacks do not preclude the construction of an ADU that meets the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.
ii. Side yard: Four feet.
iii. Rear yard: Four feet.

3. Internal Conversion ADUs.
a. Size. The size of an internal conversion ADU shall be the size of the space being converted, measured as interior livable space. The size may be increased by an additional one hundred fifty square feet of interior livable space to accommodate entering and exiting the ADU. Same as the size of the space being converted. The size may be increased by an additional one hundred fifty square feet to accommodating entering and exiting the ADU.
b. Height. Same as the height of the space being converted. c. Setbacks. If the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the existing structure, then the ADU shall maintain the same setbacks as the existing structure or minimum setbacks of four feet from the side and rear yards, whichever is less.
d. Access. For internal conversion ADUs on single-family lots, exterior access from the proposed or existing dwelling shall be provided.

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ii. If a permitted Jjunior ADU does not include a separate bathroom, the permitted Jjunior ADU shall include a separate entrance from the main entrance to the structure, with an interior entry to the main living area. c. Owner Occupancy.
i. Owner-occupancy in the single-family residence in which the Jjunior ADU will be permitted is required only when the junior ADU shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family residence. The owner may reside in either the remaining portion of the structure or the newly created Junior ADU, consistent with Government Code Section 66333(b).
ii. If the junior ADU has separate sanitation facilities from the existing or proposed single-family residence, owner-occupancy shall not be required as a condition of approval.
iii. Owner-occupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
d. Deed Restriction.
i. The recordation of a deed restriction, which shall run with the land, shall be filed with the permitted agency and shall include both of the following:
(1) A prohibition on the sale of the Jjunior ADU separate from the sale of the single-family residence, including a statement that the deed restriction may be enforced against future purchasers.
(2) A restriction on the size and attributes of the Jjunior ADU that conforms with this chapter.
e. Efficiency Kitchen. The Jjunior ADU shall include an efficiency kitchen which shall include all the following:
i. A cooking facility with appliances.
ii. A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the Jjunior ADU.

5. Additional standards and protections for 66323 units. a. The development and design standards in subsections D.1 through D.4 apply to ADUs approved pursuant to Government Code Section 66314, except where State law provides greater protections for units that must be ministerially approved pursuant to Government Code Section 66323.
b. For ADUs that must be ministerially approved pursuant to Government Code Section 66323:
i. Front, side, rear, and other local setback requirements shall not be applied in a manner that would preclude the construction of at least an eight-hundred-square-foot accessory dwelling unit of interior livable space with four-foot side and rear yard setbacks, consistent with Government Code Section 66321(b)(3).
ii. Front-yard setback requirements shall not apply, and no objective development or design standards may be imposed other than those expressly authorized by Government Code Section 66323.

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iii. If any standard in subsections D.1 through D.4 conflicts with State law protections applicable to units under Government Code Section 66323, the State law protections shall control, and the conflicting local standard shall not be enforced for those units.

E. Other requirements.

1.a. Architectural Appearance. ADUs shall have the same exterior color, finish materials, and roof form as the primary dwelling. These standards are not applicable to ADUs that meets the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.

2.b. Rental Terms. Rentals must be for terms longer than thirty days.

3.c. Separate Conveyance. ADUs may not be sold or otherwise conveyed separate from the primary residence, except when sold by a qualified nonprofit corporation to a qualified buyer in accordance with California Government Code Sections 66340—66342.

4.d. Parking standards.
a.i. Minimum required space. Each ADU shall provide a minimum of one parking space per unit or bedroom, whichever is less, except in any instance where parking for the ADU is not required by State Law (See Exceptions). The required parking space(s) may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway and in setback areas.
b.ii. Parking replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with an ADU, there shall be no requirement to replace the off-street parking spaces. c.iii. Exceptions. No parking shall be required for ADUs in any of the following instances:
i.1. Where the ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit.
ii.2. Where the ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
iii.3. Where the ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
iv.4. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
v.5. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU. vi.6. When a permit application for an ADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling or a new multi-family dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the parcel satisfies any other exception criteria listed above.
vii.7.When the ADU meets the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.
d. A Jjunior ADU shall not be required to provide additional parking as a condition of approval of a permit, consistent with Government Code Section 66334(a).

5.e. Utility services. ADUs shall be provided with water, sewer and other utilities as determined by the building official.

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6.f. Fire Sprinklers.
a.i. Installation of fire sprinklers shall be required for ADUs only when sprinklers are required by building codes for the existing primary residence. b.ii. The construction of an ADU shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers for the primary residence.
c.iii. If a primary dwelling currently does not have fire sprinklers, and an attached ADU is proposed which would trigger fire sprinkler requirements due to the increase in livable space, that requirement shall not be imposed upon the primary dwelling unit.

7.g. Fees.
a.i. Connection Fees and Capacity Charges. ADUs shall not be considered as a new residential use for the purpose of calculating connection fees or capacity charges for utilities, including water and sewer services, unless the ADU is constructed concurrently with a new single-family home.
b.ii. Impact Fees:
i.1. Impact fees shall not be imposed on an ADU that is less than seven hundred fifty square feet.
ii.2. For ADUs seven hundred fifty square feet or larger, impact fees charged shall be proportionate in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling.

8. Passageways. No passageway shall be required in conjunction with the construction of an ADU, consistent with Government Code Section 66314(d)(6).

9. Occupancy. Construction of an ADU shall not constitute a Group R occupancy change under the local building code, absent the specific written finding authorized by Government Code Section 66314(d)(8).

10. Private sewage disposal systems. Where a private sewage disposal system is used, approval by the local health officer shall be required only if otherwise required by applicable health and safety regulations, consistent with Government Code Section 66314(d)(9).

11. Demolition. When a detached garage is to be demolished and replaced with an ADU, the City shall allow the demolition permit to be considered and issued at the same time as the building permit for the ADU, and shall not require written notice or a placard for the demolition unless the property is located in an architecturally and historically significant historic district, consistent with Government Code Section 66314(e) and (f).

ORDINANCE # XXX-26

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA FINDING ZONING TEXT AMENDMENT (ZTA) 26-0001 EXEMPT FROM THE CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (“CEQA”) PURSUANT TO CEQA GUIDELINES SECTION 15061(b)(3) AND AMENDING SECTION 18.60.030 (ACCESSORY DWELLING UNITS) OF

THE CHOWCHILLA MUNICIPAL CODE TO COMPLY WITH STATE ADU LAW WHEREAS, on April 22, 2026, the California Department of Housing and Community Development (“HCD”) issued a review letter finding that the City’s accessory dwelling unit (ADU) ordinance did not fully comply with State ADU Law, Government Code Sections 66310 through 66342, and identifying amendments necessary to bring the ordinance into compliance; and WHEREAS, within 30 days of HCD’s letter, the City submitted a written response confirming its intent to amend the ADU ordinance to address the identified findings and to bring the amendments forward for consideration by the Planning Commission and City Council; and WHEREAS, the purpose of the proposed ordinance is to revise Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030 to address HCD’s findings, incorporate recent changes to State ADU law, and provide clear and consistent standards and procedures for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (junior ADUs) citywide; and WHEREAS, the proposed ordinance updates application procedures, clarifies the types and number of ADUs permitted on single-family and multifamily lots, revises development and design standards, updates junior ADU owner-occupancy requirements, and adds other Staterequired standards related to passageways, occupancy classification, private sewage disposal systems, garage demolition permits, and junior ADU parking; and WHEREAS, on June 17, 2026, the Planning Commission held a duly noticed public hearing on Zoning Text Amendment ZTA 26-0001, considered the staff report, draft ordinance, HCD review letter, and all oral and written testimony, and adopted Resolution No. 2026-13 recommending that the City Council approve the proposed ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council has reviewed the staff report, Planning Commission recommendation, draft ordinance, HCD review letter, and all other supporting documents and evidence presented in connection with the proposed ordinance; and WHEREAS, the City Council conducted a duly noticed public hearing on the proposed ordinance, at which all interested persons had the opportunity to be heard and submit oral and written testimony; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed amendment is internally consistent with the goals, objectives, and policies of the General Plan and this title, will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare of the community, will maintain the appropriate balance of land uses within the City, and will result in anticipated land uses that are compatible with existing and future surrounding uses, consistent with Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.86.030(A); and WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the proposed ordinance is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), the common-sense exemption, because it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the activity may have a significant effect on the environment.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Chowchilla Does Ordain as Follows:

1. The City Council adopts the findings set forth above.

2. The City Council finds that this ordinance is exempt from CEQA pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3).

3. Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 18.60.030, “Accessory dwelling units,” is hereby amended in its entirety to read as set forth in Exhibit 1, attached hereto and incorporated herein by this reference.

4. If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase of this ordinance is for any reason held to be invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of the ordinance. The City Council declares that it would have adopted this ordinance and each section, subsection, sentence, clause, or phrase regardless of whether any one or more portions are declared invalid.

5. This ordinance shall take effect thirty (30) days after its adoption.

6. The City Clerk shall certify to the adoption of this ordinance and shall cause it to be published or posted as required by law.

INTRODUCED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla held on the 23rd day of June, 2026 and ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla held on the ______day of _______, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:
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Mayor Kelly Smith
ATTEST:
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Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
I, Joann McClendon, City Clerk of the City of Chowchilla, California, do hereby certify that the foregoing Ordinance XX-26 was duly introduced for the first reading on _______, 2026 and adopted at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Chowchilla on_______, 2026.

IN WITNESS THEREOF, I hereunto set my hand and affix the official seal of the City of Chowchilla on this ___ day of ____________, 2026.

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
EXHIBIT 1

18.60.030 Accessory dwelling units.

A. Purpose and Applicability.

1. The purpose of this section is to establish the regulations and procedures for accessory dwelling units (ADUs) and junior accessory dwelling units (junior ADUs) in conformance with Government Code Section 66310—66342 (Accessory Dwelling Units). The standards included in this section are applicable to all lots that are zoned to allow residential uses.

B. Application Process.

1. Permit required. A building permit is required for ADUs and junior ADUs.

2. Submittal requirements.
a. Application. An application to create or serve an ADU or junior ADU shall be submitted on forms provided by the city and shall include all information required by the Community Development Director to determine compliance with this section and State law.
b. Completeness determination. The city shall determine whether an application to create or serve an ADU or junior ADU is complete and provide written notice of this determination to the applicant not later than 15 business days after the City receives the application, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(A). c. Incomplete applications. If the city determines that an application is incomplete, the written notice shall specify all items that are required to make the application complete, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(B). d. Resubmittals limited to listed items. After receiving a notice that the application is incomplete, an applicant may cure and address the items that are deemed incomplete. In reviewing an application resubmitted to address incomplete items, the city shall not require the application to include an item that was not included in the list of incomplete items provided under subsection B.2.c, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(C) and (D).
e. Timely determination on resubmittal; deemed complete. If an applicant resubmits an application to address incomplete items, the city shall determine whether the resubmitted application has remedied all incomplete items and provide written notice of this determination not later than 15 business days after receipt of the resubmittal, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(E). If the city does not make a timely determination as required by this subsection, the application or resubmitted application shall be deemed complete for purposes of this section, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(a)(2)(F).

If an appeal is permitted to both the Planning Commission and the City Council, the 60‑business‑day period shall not be extended, consistent with Government Code Section 66317(d)(2).

C. Types and Number of ADUs Permitted Per Lot.

1. Lots with a single-family dwelling. On a lot that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed single-family dwelling, the City shall ministerially approve an application for a building permit to create any of the following, or any combination of the following, consistent with Government Code Section 66323(a).
a. One ADU that is attached to or located within the existing or proposed primary dwelling. Attached ADUs may be new construction or internal conversion of an existing area or structure, including attached garages, storage areas, accessory structures, or similar uses.
b. One ADU that is detached from but located on the same lot as the existing or proposed primary dwelling. Detached ADUs may be new construction or internal conversion of an existing area or structure, including detached garages, storage areas, accessory structures, or similar uses.
c. One junior ADU that is contained entirely within the walls of an existing or proposed single-family residence, including attached garages, is no more than five hundred square feet in size, that may include separate sanitation facilities, or may share sanitation facilities with the existing structure.
d. Nothing in this subsection shall be construed to limit or prohibit the approval of additional ADUs authorized pursuant to Government Code Section 66314, including ADUs either attached to, located within, or detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling or located within an accessory structure, provided such units comply with applicable State law.

2. Lots with a multi-family dwelling(s). On a lot that is zoned to allow multi-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed multi-family dwelling, the following accessory dwelling units shall be permitted, consistent with Government Code Section 66323(a)(2) and (3).
a. Internal Conversion ADUs.
i. At least one ADU, and up to a number of ADUs equal to 25 percent of the existing multi-family dwelling units, may be created within portions of an existing multi-family dwelling that are not used as livable space including but not limited to storage rooms, boiler rooms, passageways, attics, basements, or garages.
b. Detached ADUs.
i. On a lot with an existing multi-family dwelling, up to eight detached ADUs may be constructed, provided that the number of detached ADUs does not exceed the number of existing units on the lot.
ii. On a lot with a proposed multi-family dwelling, not more than two detached ADUs.

D. Development and design standards.

1. Attached ADUs.
a. Size. The maximum size of an attached ADU shall not exceed fifty percent of the interior livable space of the existing primary dwelling or one thousand two hundred square feet of interior livable space, whichever is less. b. Height. The maximum height of an attached ADU shall not exceed the height of the existing single-family or multi-family dwelling, or twenty-five feet, whichever is less.
c. Setbacks. Attached ADUs shall meet the following minimum setbacks, except as provided in subsection D.5.
i. Front yard: As established in the applicable zone district. ii. Side yard: Four feet.
iii. Rear yard: Four feet.
d. Access. For an attached ADU, a separate exterior entrance independent of the primary dwelling shall be provided.

2. Detached ADUs.
a. Size. The maximum floor area of a detached ADU shall not exceed one thousand two hundred square feet of interior livable space, except for new construction, detached ADUs on multifamily properties developed pursuant to Government Code section 66323, subdivision (a)(4).
b. Height. The maximum height of a detached ADU is as follows:
i. Sixteen feet if the lot has an existing or proposed single-story dwelling. ii. Eighteen feet if the lot is within one-half mile walking distance of a major transit stop or high-quality transit corridor, as defined in Section 21155 of the Public Resources Code. The maximum height may be increased by an additional two feet, to twenty feet maximum, for the purpose of accommodating roof pitch with the primary dwelling.
iii. Eighteen feet if the lot has an existing or proposed multi-family, multi-story dwelling.
c. Setbacks. Detached ADUs shall meet the following minimum setbacks, except as provided in subsection D.5.
i. Front yard: As established in the applicable zone district. ii. Side yard: Four feet.
iii. Rear yard: Four feet.

3. Internal Conversion ADUs.
a. Size. The size of an internal conversion ADU shall be the size of the space being converted, measured as interior livable space. The size may be increased by an additional one hundred fifty square feet of interior livable space to accommodate entering and exiting the ADU.
b. Height. Same as the height of the space being converted. c. Setbacks. If the ADU is constructed in the same location and to the same dimensions as the existing structure, then the ADU shall maintain the same setbacks as the existing structure or minimum setbacks of four feet from the side and rear yards, whichever is less.
d. Access. For internal conversion ADUs on single-family lots, exterior access from the proposed or existing dwelling shall be provided.

4. Junior ADUs.
a. Size. No more than 500 square feet of interior livable space, contained entirely within the walls of the proposed or existing single-family residence including attached garages.
b. Access.
i. The junior ADU shall provide separate entrance from the main entrance to the proposed or existing single-family dwelling.
ii. If a permitted junior ADU does not include a separate bathroom, the permitted junior ADU shall include a separate entrance from the main entrance to the structure, with an interior entry to the main living area. c. Owner Occupancy.
i. Owner-occupancy in the single-family residence in which the junior ADU will be permitted is required only when the junior ADU shares sanitation facilities with the existing or proposed single-family residence. The owner may reside in either the remaining portion of the structure or the newly created Junior ADU, consistent with Government Code Section 66333(b).
ii. If the junior ADU has separate sanitation facilities from the existing or proposed single-family residence, owner-occupancy shall not be required as a condition of approval.
iii. Owner-occupancy shall not be required if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.
d. Deed Restriction.
i. The recordation of a deed restriction, which shall run with the land, shall be filed with the permitted agency and shall include both of the following:
(1) A prohibition on the sale of the junior ADU separate from the sale of the single-family residence, including a statement that the deed restriction may be enforced against future purchasers.
(2) A restriction on the size and attributes of the junior ADU that conforms with this chapter.
e. Efficiency Kitchen. The junior ADU shall include an efficiency kitchen which shall include all the following:
i. A cooking facility with appliances.
ii. A food preparation counter and storage cabinets that are of reasonable size in relation to the size of the junior ADU.

E. Other requirements.

1. Architectural Appearance. ADUs shall have the same exterior color, finish materials, and roof form as the primary dwelling. These standards are not applicable to ADUs that meet the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.

2. Rental Terms. Rentals must be for terms longer than thirty days.

3. Separate Conveyance. ADUs may not be sold or otherwise conveyed separate from the primary residence, except when sold by a qualified nonprofit corporation to a qualified buyer in accordance with California Government Code Sections 66340—66342.

4. Parking standards.
a. Minimum required space. Each ADU shall provide a minimum of one parking space per unit or bedroom, whichever is less, except in any instance where parking for the ADU is not required by State Law (See Exceptions). The required parking space(s) may be provided as tandem parking on an existing driveway and in setback areas.
b. Parking replacement. When a garage, carport, covered parking structure, or uncovered parking space is demolished in conjunction with an ADU, there shall be no requirement to replace the off-street parking spaces. c. Exceptions. No parking shall be required for ADUs in any of the following instances:
i. Where the ADU is located within one-half mile walking distance of public transit.
ii. Where the ADU is located within an architecturally and historically significant historic district.
iii. Where the ADU is part of the proposed or existing primary residence or an accessory structure.
iv. When on-street parking permits are required but not offered to the occupant of the ADU.
v. When there is a car share vehicle located within one block of the ADU. vi. When a permit application for an ADU is submitted with a permit application to create a new single-family dwelling or a new multi-family dwelling on the same lot, provided that the ADU or the parcel satisfies any other exception criteria listed above.
vii. When the ADU meets the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.
d. A junior ADU shall not be required to provide additional parking as a condition of approval of a permit, consistent with Government Code Section 66334(a).

5. Utility services. ADUs shall be provided with water, sewer and other utilities as determined by the building official.

6. Fire Sprinklers.
a. Installation of fire sprinklers shall be required for ADUs only when sprinklers are required by building codes for the existing primary residence. b. The construction of an ADU shall not trigger a requirement for fire sprinklers for the primary residence.
c. If a primary dwelling currently does not have fire sprinklers, and an attached ADU is proposed which would trigger fire sprinkler requirements due to the increase in livable space, that requirement shall not be imposed upon the primary dwelling unit.

7. Fees.
a. Connection Fees and Capacity Charges. ADUs shall not be considered as a new residential use for the purpose of calculating connection fees or capacity charges for utilities, including water and sewer services, unless the ADU is constructed concurrently with a new single-family home.
b. Impact Fees:
i. Impact fees shall not be imposed on an ADU that is less than seven hundred fifty square feet.
ii. For ADUs seven hundred fifty square feet or larger, impact fees charged shall be proportionate in relation to the square footage of the primary dwelling.

8. Passageways. No passageway shall be required in conjunction with the construction of an ADU, consistent with Government Code Section 66314(d)(6).

STATE OF CALIFORNIA - BUSINESS, CONSUMER SERVICES AND HOUSING AGENCY GAVIN NEWSOM, Governor

DEPARTMENT OF HOUSING AND COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT

DIVISION OF HOUSING POLICY DEVELOPMENT
651 Bannon Street, Suite 400
Sacramento, CA 95811
(916) 263-2911 / FAX (916) 263-7453
www.hcd.ca.gov
April 22, 2026
Denise Muñoz, Director
Department of Economic and Community Development
City of Chowchilla
130 S 2nd Street
Chowchilla, CA 93610
Dear Denise Muñoz:

RE: Review of Chowchilla’s Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) Ordinance under State ADU Law (Gov. Code, §§ 66310 – 66342)
Thank you for submitting the City of Chowchilla (City) ADU Ordinance No. 529-25 (Ordinance), adopted June 24, 2025, to the California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD). The Ordinance was received on October 10, 2025.

HCD has reviewed the Ordinance and submits these written findings pursuant to Government Code section 66326, subdivision (a). HCD finds that the Ordinance fails to comply with State ADU Laws in the manner noted below. Pursuant to Government Code section 66326, subdivision (b)(1), the City has up to 30 days to respond to these findings. Accordingly, the City must provide a written response to these findings no later than May 21. 2026, with a plan to either amend the current ordinance or adopt a resolution with findings.
1 Responses should be submitted formally on agency letterhead.

The Ordinance addresses many statutory requirements; however, HCD finds that the Ordinance does not comply with State ADU Law as follows:

1. Please note, there is recent legislation that amended State ADU Law. Language relevant to these changes should be incorporated into the Ordinance as it is updated. The bills referenced below are relevant to State ADU Law:
• Assembly Bill (AB) 130 – Effective June 30, 2025
• AB 462 – Effective October 10, 2025
• AB 1154 – Effective January 1, 2026
• Senate Bill (SB) 9 – Effective January 1, 2026
• SB 543 – Effective January 1, 2026
1 Gov. Code, § 66326, subd. (b)(2)(B).

Denise Muñoz, Economic and Community Development Director

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2. Section 18.060.030 B.2., B.4., and B.5. – Application Process – The Ordinance provides for a “complete building permit application,” but does not discuss the mandatory timeline described in statute. Government Code section 66317, subdivision (a)(2)(A) states, “A permitting agency shall determine whether an application to create or serve an accessory dwelling unit is complete and provide written notice of this determination to the applicant not later than 15 business days after the permitting agency received the application.” If the permitting agency determines an application is incomplete, the permitting agency shall provide the applicant with a list of incomplete items.
2 Moreover, the Ordinance is missing
additional protections under Section 66317, subdivision (a), including: “(C) After receiving a notice that the application was incomplete, an applicant may cure and address the items that are deemed to be incomplete by the permitting agency; (D) In the review of an application submitted pursuant to subparagraph (C), the permitting agency shall not require the application to include an item that was not included in the list required by subparagraph (B); (E) If an applicant submits an application pursuant to subparagraph (C), the permitting agency shall determine whether the additional application has remedied all incomplete items listed in the determination issued pursuant to subparagraph (B). This additional application is subject to the timelines and requirements specified in subparagraph (A); (F) If a permitting agency does not make a timely determination as required by this paragraph, the application or resubmitted application shall be deemed to be complete for the purposes of this section.” The City must amend the Ordinance to include these required timelines and substantive responses to an application.

The City must also provide for an appeals process under Government Code section 66317, subdivision (d), “(1) If a permit application is determined to be incomplete under paragraph (2) of subdivision (a) or denied under paragraph (3) of subdivision (a), the permitting agency shall provide a process for the applicant to appeal that decision in writing to the governing body of the agency or, if there is no governing body, to the director of the agency, as provided by that agency. A city or county shall provide that the right of appeal is to the governing body or, at their option, the planning commission, or both. (2) A permitting agency on the appeal shall provide a final written determination by not later than 60 business days after receipt of the applicant’s written appeal. The fact that an appeal is permitted to both the planning commission and to the governing body does not extend the 60-business-day period.”
Chowchilla’s ordinance omits the statutorily required due process. Additionally, the Ordinance misleadingly states, “The City shall approve or deny an application to create an ADU within sixty days from the date the City receives a complete application.” However, State ADU Law requires, “The permitting agency shall either approve or deny the application to create or serve an accessory dwelling unit within 60 days from the date the permitting agency receives a completed 2 Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a)(2)(B).

Denise Muñoz, Economic and Community Development Director

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application…” (Emphasis added)3. The City must amend the Ordinance to reflect the timelines and substantive requirements of State ADU Law. Likewise, the City must amend the provisions of the Ordinance regarding JADU timelines and substantive requirements consistent with state law.
4 3. Section 18.60.030 C.1. – Number of Single-Family ADUs Permitted – The Ordinance states, “The following number and types of ADUs shall be allowed per lot that is zoned to allow single-family residential uses and contains an existing or proposed single-family dwelling,” and then lists one attached ADU, one detached ADU, and one JADU. The Ordinance impermissibly caps the number of dwelling units on a single-family lot to the number of units required to be ministerially approved by Government Code section 66323, subdivision (a). This restricts the maximum number of units authorized under Government Code sections 66314 and 66323. The City must amend the Ordinance to enable applicants the opportunity to utilize the maximum number of units authorized under both Government Code sections 66314 and 66323.

Moreover, Section 66317, subdivision (a)(3), states that a permitting agency “shall either approve or deny the application to create or serve” an application, including an application subject to Government Code section 66314. Government Code , section 66314,subdivision (d)(3) authorizes ADUs “either attached to, or located within, the proposed or existing primary dwelling, including attached garages, storage areas or similar uses, or an accessory structure or detached from the proposed or existing primary dwelling and located on the same lot as the proposed or existing primary dwelling, including detached garages.” State ADU Law mandates that a local agency “shall approve or deny” an application under section 66314, and also requires that, pursuant to Government Code section 66323, “…a local agency shall ministerially approve an application for a building permit … to create any of the following, or any combination of the following:…”As noted above, the Ordinance fails to allow for the full allotment of both 66314 and 66323 units. By restricting unit types for single-family lots, without expressly providing for the full combination of units authorized under both Government Code sections 66314 and 66323, the Ordinance is more restrictive than State ADU Law and in violation of the same. Therefore, the City must amend its Ordinance to authorize the full allotment and unit combinations under both Government Code sections 66314 and 66323.

4. Section 18.60.030 D. –Size – The Ordinance refers to maximum floor area and the square footage for ADUs in multiple provisions. However, State ADU Law specifies that such floor area and square footage must be measured and is based on “interior livable space”.
5 Therefore, where the Ordinance imposes or defines a
minimum or maximum floor area, or the maximum square footage of ADUs, it 3 Gov. Code, § 66317, subd. (a)(3).
4 Gov. Code, § 66335. 5 Gov. Code, § 66321, subd, (b)(2), (3).

Denise Muñoz, Economic and Community Development Director

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must specify the calculation based on interior livable space, not the total floor area.

5. Section 18.60.030 D.1.c.i. and D.2.c.i. – Front Setbacks – The Ordinance states, for attached ADUs, “Front yard: as established in the applicable zone district,” and for detached ADUs, “Front yard: as established in the applicable zone district, provided the setbacks do not preclude the construction of an ADU that meets the provisions of Section 66323 of the Government Code.” However, Government Code section 66321, subdivision (b)(3), prohibits front setback requirements for either detached or attached dwellings that do not permit at least an 800-squarefoot ADU with four-foot side and rear setbacks. In addition, Government Code section 66323, subdivision (b), prohibits a local agency from imposing objective development or design standards on 66323 units that are not expressly authorized by that section. The detached ADU provision in the Ordinance only partially accounts for the 66323 exceptions, and the attached ADU provision does not account for the statutorily mandated front-setback limitation at all. Therefore, the City must amend the Ordinance to specify that front setback requirements may not preclude an ADU of 800 square feet of interior livable space, and that front setback requirements do not apply to 66323 ministerially approved units.

6. Section 18.60.030 D.4.c. – JADU Owner Occupancy – The Ordinance states, “Owner-occupancy in the single-family residence in which the Junior ADU will be permitted is required,” with an exception only “if the owner is another governmental agency, land trust, or housing organization.” However, Government Code section 66333, subdivision (b), provides that owner-occupancy is required only if the JADU has shared sanitation facilities with the existing structure. If the JADU has separate sanitation facilities, owner-occupancy cannot be required.

Therefore, the City must amend the Ordinance to limit owner-occupancy to JADUs with shared sanitation facilities with the existing structure, while preserving the statutory exception for governmental agencies, land trusts, and housing organizations.

7. Missing Required Standards – In addition to the above deficiencies, the Ordinance does not include provisions addressing several standards required by State ADU Law, including: (1) no passageway shall be required in conjunction with the construction of an ADU; (2) ADU construction shall not constitute a Group R occupancy change absent the specific written finding authorized by statute; (3) approval by the local health officer where a private sewage disposal system is used, if required; (4) simultaneous issuance of a demolition permit and ADU permit for a detached garage replaced by an ADU; (5) and prohibit written notice or a placard for demolition of a detached garage replaced by an ADU, unless the property is located in an architecturally and historically significant historic district.

Government Code section 66314, subdivisions (d)(6), (d)(8), (d)(9), (e), and (f), respectively require these details to be reflected in the Ordinance. Furthermore, Government Code section 66334, subdivision (a), provides that a JADU ordinance “shall not require additional parking as a condition to grant a permit.” Therefore, the City must also amend the Ordinance to include this omitted provision.

Denise Muñoz, Economic and Community Development Director

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The City has two options in response to this letter.6 The City can either 1) amend the Ordinance to comply with State ADU Law7 or 2) adopt the Ordinance without changes and include findings in its resolution accompanying the Ordinance that explain the reasons the City believes that the Ordinance complies with State ADU Law despite HCD’s findings.8 If the City fails to take either course of action, or if HCD finds that the newly adopted Ordinance remains out of compliance with State ADU Law despite the City’s findings and explanations, HCD must notify the City and may notify the California Office of the Attorney General that the City is in violation of State ADU Law.9 HCD appreciates the City’s efforts in the preparation and adoption of the Ordinance and welcomes the opportunity to assist the City in fully complying with State ADU Law.

Please feel free to contact Michael McLaughlin at [email protected] if you have any questions or wish to discuss any of HCD’s findings.

Sincerely,
Jamie Candelaria
Section Chief, ADU Policy
Housing Accountability Unit
6 Gov. Code, § 66326, subd. (b)(2). 7 Gov. Code, § 66326, subd. (b)(2)(A). 8 Gov. Code, § 66326, subd. (b)(2)(B).
9 Gov. Code, § 66326, subd. (c)(1).

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THE AGENDA
Meeting of: July 14, 2026
AGENDA SECTION: Public Hearing
SUBJECT: Resolution to Adopt the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan PREPARED BY: Spencer Supinger, City Engineer
PRESENTED BY: Dustin Ensminger, Director of Public Works ATTACHMENTS: Resolution; 2025 Urban Water Management Plan

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

Staff recommends that the City Council adopt a resolution allowing the City Staff to submit the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) to the California Department of Water Resources.

BACKGROUND:

The Urban Water Management Planning Act (Water Code Sections 10610 through 10657) (Act) requires every urban water supplier to prepare and adopt an Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP) at least once every five years in years ending in 6 and 1. Under Section 10621 of the Act, each urban water supplier must update and submit its 2025 UWMP to the California Department of Water Resources. The UWMP is a planning document that directs urban water suppliers to evaluate their water supply and reliability and compare that to their water conservation efforts.

A draft copy of the 2025 UWMP is available on the City’s website. The final copy will also be available on the City’s website once approved. Today’s (July 14, 2026) Public Hearing will allow community input on the City’s water supply reliability, the economic effects of complying with the Act, and the City’s WSCP.

Information regarding the Public Hearing was published twice in the Madera Tribune: June 30, 2026 and July 7, 2026.

REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:

The City Engineer has prepared the 2025 UWMP and has followed all the notifying and posting steps to comply with the Urban Water Management Planning Act.

The City has approximately 4,315 service connections, which surpasses the 3,000-customer (or service connection) threshold that is required to prepare and submit a UWMP. Therefore, it is the City’s staff recommendation for the City’s Council to adopt the attached resolution.

FISCAL IMPACT:

There are no known fiscal impacts at this time.

ALTERNATIVES:

Not to finalize and submit the 2025 UWMP as required by the State, resulting in a possible loss of significant funding and water accessibility.

ACTIONS FOLLOWING APPROVAL:

The City’s 2025 UWMP will be provided to the California State Library and the agencies listed in Table 10- 1 that have land use jurisdiction within its service area per CWC Section 10644, no later than 30 days following its adoption. The 2025 UWMP will also be submitted to the Department of Water Resources Portal for their review and approval.

COUNCIL RESOLUTION NO # XX-26

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA, CALIFORNIA ADOPTING THE 2025 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE CITY OF CHOWCHILLA AND APPROVING SUBMISSION OF THE 2025 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLAN FOR THE

CITY OF CHOWCHILLA TO THE CALIFORNIA DEPARTMENT OF WATER RESOURCES IN ACCORDANCE WITH CALIFORNIA WATER CODE SECTIONS 10610-10657 WHEREAS, the CITY OF CHOWCHILLA (“City”) is a Municipal Corporation which provides water services and facilities to the citizens of the community; and WHEREAS, pursuant to the Urban Water Management Planning Act (Water Code sections 10610 through 10657) (the “Act”) requires every urban water supplier to prepare and adopt an Urban Water Management Plan (“UWMP”) and Water Shortage Contingency Plan (“WSCP”) at least once every five years, in years ending in 6 and 1. Under Section 10621 of the Act, each urban water supplier must update and submit its 2025 UWMP; and
WHEREAS, the Act requires the City to prepare an UWMP given that the City has 4,315 connections surpassing the 3,000 connections threshold; and WHEREAS, the City has prepared its 2025 UWMP in compliance with the Act; and WHEREAS, the City made the 2025 UWMP available for public review, and notice for public hearing was published in the Madera Tribune on June 30, 2026 and July 7, 2026 in accordance with Government Code section 6066 and Water Code section 10642; and WHEREAS, the City Council has duly reviewed, discussed, and considered the 2025 UWMP at the public hearing held on July 14, 2026; and
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Chowchilla hereby finds and determines the following:

1. The above recitals are true and correct.

2. The 2025 UWMP attached hereto as Exhibit A and incorporated herein by reference, is hereby approved and adopted as the Urban Water Management Plan for the City in accordance with Water Code section 10642.

3. A copy of the adopted 2025 UWMP shall be submitted to the California Department of Water Resources, the California State Library, Merced County GSA, Madera County GSA – Chowchilla Subbasin, Chowchilla Water District GSA and Triangle T Water District GSA, no later than 30 days after adoption in accordance with Water Code section 10644.

4. City staff is hereby directed to make a copy of the adopted 2025 UWMP available for public review at the City’s office no later than 30 days after the submittal to the California Department of Water Resources in accordance with Water Code section 10645.

5. The City Clerk shall certify this Resolution, which shall be effective upon its adoption.

PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Chowchilla this 14th day of July, 2026 by the following vote to wit:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

APPROVED:

Kelly Smith, Mayor
ATTEST:

Joann McClendon, CMC
City Clerk
EXHIBIT “A”
FINAL

CITY OF CHOWCHILLA
2025 URBAN WATER

MANAGEMENT PLAN
JULY 2026

FINAL
2025 URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT
PLAN
Prepared for:

City of Chowchilla
130 S. 2nd Street
Chowchilla, CA 93610
Contact Person: Dustin Ensminger, Public Works Director Phone: (559) 665-8615 x789
Consultant:
2816 Park Avenue
Merced, CA 95348
Contact: Spencer Supinger, PE
Phone: (209) 723-2066
Mobile: (510) 856-7396
July 2026
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Table of Contents

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Table of Contents
Acronyms and Abbreviations ...................................................................................................................... v SECTION 1 - Introduction and Lay Description ................................................................................ 1-1

1.1 - Overview .................................................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.2 - Background and Purpose ..................................................................................................................... 1-1

1.3 - Lay Description ........................................................................................................................................ 1-2

1.4 - Document Organization and Contents ............................................................................................ 1-2 SECTION 2 - Plan Preparation ................................................................................................................ 2-1

2.1 - Basis for Preparing a Plan .................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.1 - Overview ................................................................................................................................... 2-1

2.1.2 - Public Water Systems .......................................................................................................... 2-1

2.2 - Regional Planning ................................................................................................................................... 2-2

2.3 - Individual Planning and Compliance ............................................................................................... 2-2

2.4 - Calendar Year and Units of Measure ............................................................................................... 2-3

2.5 - Coordination and Outreach ................................................................................................................. 2-4

2.5.1 - Coordination Within the City ............................................................................................ 2-4

2.5.2 - Wholesale and Retail Coordination ................................................................................ 2-4

2.5.3 - Coordination with Other Agencies and the Community ........................................ 2-5

2.5.4 - Notice to Cities and Counties ............................................................................................ 2-5 SECTION 3 - System Description ........................................................................................................... 3-1

3.1 - General Description ............................................................................................................................... 3-1

3.2 - Service Area Boundary Maps.............................................................................................................. 3-1

3.3 - Service Area Climate .............................................................................................................................. 3-5

3.4 - Service Area Population and Demographics ................................................................................ 3-6

3.4.1 - Service Area Population ..................................................................................................... 3-6

3.4.2 - Other Social, Economic, and Demographic Factors ................................................. 3-7

3.5 - Land Uses within the Service Area ................................................................................................... 3-7 SECTION 4 - Water Use Characterization ........................................................................................... 4-1

4.1 - Non-Potable Versus Water Use ......................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1.1 - Potable and Raw Water ...................................................................................................... 4-1

4.1.2 - Recycled Water ...................................................................................................................... 4-1

4.2 - Past, Current, and Projected Water Use by Sector ..................................................................... 4-1

4.2.1 - Water-Use Sections Listed in Water Code ................................................................... 4-1

4.2.2 - Optional Water-Use Sections in Addition to Those Listed in Water Code ...... 4-2

4.2.3 - Current Water Use ................................................................................................................ 4-2

4.2.4 - Projected Water Use ............................................................................................................ 4-3

4.2.5 - Estimating Future Water Savings ................................................................................... 4-3

4.3 - Distribution System Water Losses ................................................................................................... 4-5 Table of Contents

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4.3.1 - Previous Five Years Distribution System Losses ...................................................... 4-5

4.3.2 - Progress Toward Meeting the Water Loss Performance Standard ................... 4-5 SECTION 5 - SB X7-7 Baselines, 2020 Targets, and 2025 Reporting ......................................... 5-1 SECTION 6 - Normal-Year Water Supply Characterization ........................................................... 6-1

6.1 - Water Supply Analysis Overview ...................................................................................................... 6-1

6.2 - Water Supply Characterization - Groundwater........................................................................... 6-1

6.2.1 - Basin Description .................................................................................................................. 6-2

6.2.2 - Basin Management Information ...................................................................................... 6-4

6.2.3 - Overdraft Conditions ........................................................................................................... 6-6

6.2.4 - Groundwater Pumping........................................................................................................ 6-6

6.3 - Surface Water ........................................................................................................................................... 6-7

6.4 - Stormwater ................................................................................................................................................ 6-7

6.5 - Wastewater and Recycled Water ...................................................................................................... 6-7

6.6 - Desalinated Water Opportunities .................................................................................................. 6-10

6.7 - Exchange and Transfer Opportunities ......................................................................................... 6-10

6.8 - Future Water Projects ........................................................................................................................ 6-10

6.9 - Groundwater Supplies Coordination ............................................................................................ 6-11

6.10 - Energy Use ........................................................................................................................................... 6-13

6.11 - Summary of Existing and Planned Sources of Water .......................................................... 6-15 SECTION 7 - Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment ...................................... 7-1

7.1 - Constraints on Water Sources Considerations ............................................................................ 7-1

7.2 - Water Service Reliability Assessment ............................................................................................. 7-2

7.2.1 - Supply and Demand Comparison .................................................................................... 7-3

7.3 - Drought Risk Assessment .................................................................................................................... 7-6 SECTION 8 - Water Shortage Contingency Planning ....................................................................... 8-1

8.1 - Water Supply Reliability Analysis .................................................................................................... 8-3

8.2 - Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment Procedures ................................................. 8-5

8.3 - Six Standard Water Shortage Levels ................................................................................................ 8-6

8.4 - Supply Augmentation ............................................................................................................................ 8-6

8.5 - Demand Reduction Actions ................................................................................................................. 8-7

8.6 - Shortage Response Actions, Penalties, Charges, Other Enforcement of Prohibition .... 8-8

8.7 - Determining Water Shortage Reductions ................................................................................... 8-10

8.8 - Revenue and Expenditure Impacts ............................................................................................... 8-10

8.9 - Resolution or Ordinance ................................................................................................................... 8-10

8.10 - Catastrophic Supply Interruption ............................................................................................... 8-11

8.11 - Emergency Response Plan ............................................................................................................. 8-11

8.12 - Seismic Risk Assessment and Mitigation Plan ....................................................................... 8-11 SECTION 9 - Demand Management Measures .................................................................................. 9-1 Table of Contents

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9.1 - Water Waste Prevention Ordinances .............................................................................................. 9-1

9.2 - Metering ...................................................................................................................................................... 9-2

9.3 - Public Education and Outreach ......................................................................................................... 9-3

9.4 - Programs to Assess and Manage Distribution System Real Loss ......................................... 9-3

9.5 - Water Conservation Program and Staffing Support .................................................................. 9-4

9.6 - Other Demand Management Measures That Impact GPCD .................................................... 9-4

9.6.1 - Conservation Programs for Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Accounts ................................................................................................................................................. 9-5

9.6.2 - Residential Ultra-Low-Flush Toilet Replacement Program ................................. 9-5

9.7 - Implementation over the Past Five Years ...................................................................................... 9-5

9.8 - Planned Implementation to Achieve Water Use Targets ......................................................... 9-6

9.9 - Members of the California Urban Water Conservation Council ............................................ 9-6 SECTION 10 - UWMP Plan Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation .................................... 10-1 SECTION 11 - References....................................................................................................................... 11-1 Appendices
Appendix A – Urban Water Management Planning Act
Appendix B – 60-Day Notice
Appendix C – Adopted Resolution
Appendix D – Letter of Transmittal
Appendix E – Checklist Arranged by Subject
Appendix F – Madera County Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Appendix G – Chowchilla Subbasin Groundwater Sustainable Plan Appendix H – Water Loss Audit Reports
List of Figures
Figure 3-1 Regional Location ....................................................................................................................... 3-2 Figure 3-2 Service Area .................................................................................................................................. 3-3 Figure 3-3 Well Locations .............................................................................................................................. 3-4 Figure 3-4 Land Use Map ............................................................................................................................... 3-8 Figure 6-1 San Joaquin River Hydrologic Region ................................................................................. 6-3

List of Tables
Table 2-1 Retail Only: Public Water Systems ......................................................................................... 2-2 Table 2-2 Plan Identification ........................................................................................................................ 2-3 Table 2-3 Agency Identification .................................................................................................................. 2-3 Table 2-4 Retail: Water Supplier Information Exchange ................................................................... 2-4 Table 3-1 Retail: Population - Current and Projected ......................................................................... 3-7 Table of Contents

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Table 4-1 Retail: Demands for Potable and Raw Water – Actual ................................................... 4-3 Table 4-2 Retail: Demand for Potable and Raw Water – Projected (MG) ................................... 4-4 Table 4-3 Retail: Inclusion in Water Use Projections ......................................................................... 4-4 Table 4-5 Retail: Water Loss Audit Reporting ....................................................................................... 4-5 Table 4-6 Retail: Progress Toward 2028 Water Loss Standard ..................................................... 4-6 Table 5-1 Retail: SB X7-7 2020 Target Progress ................................................................................... 5-1 Table 6-1 Retail: Groundwater Volume Pumped .................................................................................. 6-7 Table 6-2 Retail: Wastewater Collected Within Service Area in 2025 ......................................... 6-8 Table 6-3 Retail: Wastewater Treatment and Discharge Within Service Area in 2025 ........ 6-9 Table 6-4 Retail: Wastewater Treatment and Discharged in 2025 ............................................... 6-9 Table 6-5 Retail: Recycled Water Use Projection Compared to 2025 Actual ............................ 6-9 Table 6-6 Retail: Methods to Expand Future Recycled Water Use ............................................. 6-10 Table 6-7 Retail: Expected Future Water Supply Projects or Programs .................................. 6-11 Table 6-8 Retail: Water Supplies – Actual ............................................................................................ 6-16 Table 6-9 Retail: Water Supplies – Projected ...................................................................................... 6-16 Table 7-1 Retail: Basis of Water Year Data ............................................................................................. 7-3 Table 7-2 Retail: Normal Year Supply and Demand Comparison .................................................. 7-4 Table 7-3 Retail: Single Dry Year Supply and Demand Comparison ............................................. 7-5 Table 7-4 Retail: Five Consecutive Dry Years Supply and Demand Comparison ..................... 7-6 Table 7-5 Five-Year Drought Risk Assessment Tables to Address ................................................ 7-8 Water Code Section 10635(b) ..................................................................................................................... 7-8 Table 8-1 Retail: Cross-reference for Standard vs Supplier Storage Levels .............................. 8-6 Table 8-2 Retail: Supply Augmentation and Other Actions .............................................................. 8-7 Table 8-3 Retail: Demand Reduction Actions ........................................................................................ 8-7 Table 10-1 Retail: Notification to Cities and Counties ..................................................................... 10-2 Table of Contents

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ACRONYMS AND ABBREVIATIONS
Act Urban Water Management Planning Act of 1983
AF acre-feet
AFY acre-feet per year
AL Regulatory Action Level
AMI advanced metering infrastructure
CCWF Central California Women’s Facility
City City of Chowchilla
cf cubic feet
CII Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional
CWC California Water Code
DMMs Demand Management Measures
DWR Department of Water Resources
EOC Emergency Operations Center
GFWD Gravelly Ford Water District
GMP Groundwater Management Plan
GPCD Gallons per Capita per Day
GPM gallons per minute
GSA Groundwater Sustainability Agency
GSP Groundwater Sustainability Plan
Guidebook 2025 Guidebook for Urban Water Suppliers
MAWA Madera Ag Water Association
MG million gallons
MGD million gallons per day
mg/L milligrams per liter
MID Madera Irrigation District
MWD Madera Water District
OSGM Office of Sustainable Groundwater Management
PWS Public Water System
SB Senate Bill
SCADA Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition
SEMCU South-East Madera County United
SGMA Sustainable Groundwater Management Act
SRF State Revolving Fund
SWRCB State Water Resources Control Board
TDS total dissolved solids
TTWD Triangle T Water District
UWMP Urban Water Management Plan
VSP Valley State Prison
WDR Waste Discharge Requirements
WSCP Water Shortage Contingency Plan
WSIHIST DWR’s Chronological Reconstructed Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley Water Year Hydrologic Classification Indices 1995 to 2015 WWTP wastewater treatment plant
0F degrees Fahrenheit
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SECTION 1 - INTRODUCTION AND LAY DESCRIPTION

1.1 - Overview
This document presents the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan (UWMP) for the City of Chowchilla (City) as required by the Urban Water Management Planning Act of 1983 (Act).

It was prepared in cooperation with City staff to address the requirements in California Water Code Division 6, Part 2.6, Sections 10610 through 10656. Throughout this 2025 UWMP, italicized text is used to quote specific requirements of the Act. The quoted text precedes sections relevant to a specific portion of the Act to serve as an aid to the reader. A copy of the Act is included as Appendix A. Section 1 describes the general background and purpose of a UWMP, previous City plans, as well as this 2025 UWMP’s organization and contents.

Currently, the City has approximately 4,315 service connections, which surpasses the 3,000- customer (or service connection) threshold that is required to prepare and submit a UWMP (see below for more information).

1.2 - Background and Purpose
Water Code Section 10617 defines an “urban water supplier” as a public or private supplier, providing water for municipal purposes either directly or indirectly to more than 3,000 customers or supplying more than 3,000 acre-feet of water annually. If qualified as an urban water supplier, a public or private supplier is required to create or update a UWMP every five years and submit it to the Department of Water Resources (DWR) for review and approval. The purpose of the Act is to ensure that urban water suppliers are adequately planning.

A UWMP is a planning tool that was created to help generally guide the actions of urban water suppliers in successfully preparing for potential water supply disruptions and issues.

It provides a framework for long-term water planning and informs the public of a supplier’s long-term resource planning to ensure adequate water supplies for existing and future demands. A UWMP is not a substitute for project-specific planning documents, nor was it intended to be so mandated by the State Legislature.

The Act requires that a UWMP include historic, current, and future supplies and demands for water; address conservation measures, describe potential supply deficiencies during drought conditions and the ability to mitigate these conditions; compare total projected water use and supply sources over 20 years in five-year increments for a single-dry water year and for dry water years; and include provisions for recycled water use, demand management measures, and a Water Shortage Contingency Plan (WSCP).

To assist urban water suppliers in preparing UWMP’s, DWR developed the 2025 Guidebook for Urban Water Suppliers (Guidebook). The Guidebook is updated every five years to address any changes in State legislation (such as Senate Bill (SB) X7-7) and all requirements of the Act. The 2025 Guidebook reflects new legislation, provides information to the public Introduction and Lay Description

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regarding water suppliers and water management programs, and provides a framework for minimizing the negative effects of potential water shortages. Additionally, the Guidebook provides a general layout for how UWMPs could be organized. This 2025 UWMP largely utilizes the Guidebook’s layout.

1.3 - Lay Description
Based on the results of this UWMP, the City has a reliable water supply and is not vulnerable to seasonal and climatic shortages. There is no current need to supplement or replace the existing groundwater source available to the City with alternative sources or water demand management measures.

As shown in the table below from Section 7 of this UWMP, future water supplies are anticipated to not only meet but also exceed demand in normal-year conditions through 2050.

1.4 - Document Organization and Contents
The content and format of this 2025 UWMP are designed to meet the requirements of the Guidebook dated January 2026 and contain the following sections:

Section 1 – Introduction and Lay Description: This section provides an overview of the Act and California Water Code (CWC) requirements, document organization, and a discussion of the importance and extent of the City’s water management planning efforts.

Section 2 – Plan Preparation: This section provides information on the UWMP development process, including coordination and outreach efforts.

Section 3 – System Description: This section provides a detailed description of the City’s current water system.

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Section 4 – Water Use Characterization: This section describes and quantifies the current and projected water uses within the City’s service area.

Section 5 – SB X7-7 Baselines, 2020 Targets, and 2025 Reporting: This section describes the methods used for calculating the City’s baseline and target water consumption. It will describe whether the City has met the 20% conservation mandate by 2025.

Section 6 – Normal-Year Water Supply Characterization: This section describes and quantifies the current and projected sources of water available to the City.

Section 7 – Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment: This section describes the reliability of the City’s water supply and projects that reliability for 20 years. Such reliability is projected for normal, single-dry, and multiple-dry years.

Section 8 – Water Shortage Contingency Planning: This section provides the City’s staged plan for dealing with water shortages, including a catastrophic supply interruption.

Section 9 – Demand Management Measures: This section describes the City’s efforts to promote conservation and to reduce demand on its water supply, and specifically addresses several demand management measures.

Section 10 – UWMP Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation: This section describes the steps to be taken to adopt and submit the 2025 UWMP and to make it publicly available. It also includes a discussion of the City’s plan for implementation of the 2025 UWMP.

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SECTION 2 - PLAN PREPARATION

2.1 - Basis for Preparing a Plan

2.1.1 - OVERVIEW
CWC 10617. "Urban water supplier" means a supplier, either publicly or privately owned, providing water for municipal purposes either directly or indirectly to more than 3,000 customers or supplying more than 3,000 acre-feet of water annually. An urban water supplier includes a supplier or contractor for water, regardless of the basis of right, which distributes or sells for ultimate resale to customers. This part applies only to water supplied from public water systems subject to Chapter 4 (commencing with Section 116275) of Part 12 of Division 104 of the Health and Safety Code.

CWC 10620(b). Every person that becomes an urban water supplier shall adopt an urban water management plan within one year after it has become an urban water supplier.

CWC 10621(a). Each urban water supplier shall update its plan at least once every five years on or before July 1, in years ending in six and one, incorporating updated and new information from the five years preceding each update.

The City currently supplies approximately 865 million gallons (MG) of water per year and maintains 4,315 service connections, which is above the 3,000-connection threshold identified in CWC Section 10617.

This 2025 UWMP has been prepared by Quad Knopf, Inc., dba QK, a California corporation, as an independent contractor to the City. Accordingly, and as set forth herein, this 2025 UWMP has been prepared in accordance with the Act, SB X7-7, and the technical guidance documentation prepared and published by DWR.

2.1.2 - PUBLIC WATER SYSTEMS
California Health and Safety Code Section 116275(h) defines a “Public Water System” (PWS) as a system for the provision of water for human consumption through pipes or other constructed conveyances that has 15 or more service connections or regularly serves at least 25 individuals daily at least 60 days out of the year. PWSs are regulated by the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB), Division of Drinking Water.

PWS data reported to the SWRCB is used to determine whether a retail supplier has reached the UWMP reporting threshold of 3,000 or more connections or 3,000 acre-feet of water supplied to DWR. Table 2-1 describes the City’s PWS information and, as noted above, the City currently supplies water to 4,315 connections. The City is not a wholesale water supplier.

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Table 2-1
Retail Only: Public Water Systems
Submittal Table 2-1 Retail: Public Water Systems
Public Water System
Number
Public Water System
Name
Number of Municipal
Connections 2025
Volume of Water
Supplied 2025
(MG)
Add additional rows as needed
CA2010001 City of Chowchilla 4,315 865
Total 4,315 865

2.2 - Regional Planning
The City is a part of the Chowchilla Subbasin, consisting of Merced County Groundwater Sustainability Agency (GSA), Madera County GSA – Chowchilla Subbasin, Chowchilla Water District GSA, and Triangle T Water District (TTWD) GSA. The Chowchilla Subbasin began its preparation of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan (GSP) in January 2020 and has gone through three revisions: July 2022, May 2023, and January 2025.

Recently, the State Water Board staff highlighted potential GSP improvements in the Board Staff Assessment (April 2025) that may further the Sustainable Groundwater Management Act’s (SGMA) goals. After an iteration of discussions and revisions, the State Water Board will continue to review documents posted to the Department’s SGMA portal.

2.3 - Individual Planning and Compliance
This 2025 UWMP is intended to address those aspects of the Act and SB X7-7, which are under the control of the City, specifically water supply and water use. The City is undertaking individual reporting to address all requirements for applicable uses served within the City’s service area (see Table 2-2).

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Table 2-2
Plan Identification

2.4 - Calendar Year and Units of Measure
As shown in Table 2-3, the City is a retailer that reports on a calendar-year basis and uses MG as the unit of measure for water volumes. This 2025 UWMP includes water use and planning data for calendar years.

Table 2-3
Agency Identification
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2.5 - Coordination and Outreach
CWC 10620(d)(2). Coordinate the preparation of its plan with other appropriate agencies in the area, including other water suppliers that share a common source, water management agencies, and relevant public agencies, to the extent practicable.

CWC 10642. Each urban water supplier shall encourage the active involvement of diverse social, cultural, and economic elements of the population within the service area prior to and during the preparation of the plan. Prior to adopting a plan, the urban water supplier shall make the plan available for public inspection and shall hold a public hearing thereon. Prior to the hearing, notice of the time and place of hearing shall be published within the jurisdiction of the publicly owned water supplier pursuant to Section 6066 of the Government Code. The urban water supplier shall provide notice of the time and place of hearing to any City or county within which the supplier provides water supplies. A privately owned water supplier shall provide an equivalent notice within its service area. After the hearing, the plan shall be adopted as prepared or as modified after the hearing.

While preparing this 2025 UWMP, the City coordinated its efforts with relevant local agencies to ensure that the data and issues are presented accurately and encouraged public involvement in full compliance with CWC 10642.

2.5.1 - COORDINATION WITHIN THE CITY
The preparation of this 2025 UWMP was coordinated with all appropriate City staff. Draft copies of the 2025 UWMP were made available to City staff for comment and revision prior to adoption.

2.5.2 - WHOLESALE AND RETAIL COORDINATION
The City is the sole water supplier for the area; therefore, the City did not seek regional participation. However, the efforts to prepare this UWMP were coordinated with relevant agencies to provide the most accurate and clear assessment of the City's water supply situation.

Table 2-4
Retail: Water Supplier Information Exchange
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2.5.3 - COORDINATION WITH OTHER AGENCIES AND THE COMMUNITY The City coordinated with the participants of the Chowchilla Subbasin GSA Areas in preparing this 2025 UWMP. The City has met the 60-day local agency notification requirement of CWC Section 10621(b).

Coordinating Agencies1
Participated
in Developing
the Plan
Commented
on the Draft
Attended
Public
Meetings
Was
Contacted for
Assistance
Was Sent a
Copy of the Draft Plan
Was Sent a
Notice of
Intention to
Adopt
Merced County X X
Chowchilla Water District X X
Madera County X X
Triangle T Water District (TTWD) X X

2.5.4 - NOTICE TO CITIES AND COUNTIES
CWC 10620 (d)(3) Each urban water supplier shall coordinate the preparation of its plan with other appropriate agencies in the area, including other water suppliers that share a common source, water management agencies, and relevant public agencies, to the extent practicable.

Each urban water supplier shall encourage the active involvement of diverse social, cultural, and economic elements of the population within the service area prior to and during the preparation of the plan...

The City’s 2025 UWMP will be available for the public, Merced County, Madera County, Chowchilla Water District GSA, and TTWD for a 60-day review prior to the UWMP public hearing from May 7, 2026, through July 7, 2026. Written comments on the draft 2025 UWMP must be postmarked by July 7, 2026. Submit written comments to:

City of Chowchilla City Hall
130 S. 2nd Street
Chowchilla, CA 93610
Copies of the draft 2025 UWMP will be available for review at the City’s main office. See Section 10 – UWMP Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation for more information on notifications to the public, cities, and counties.

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SECTION 3 - SYSTEM DESCRIPTION

3.1 - General Description
The City of Chowchilla was incorporated in 1923 and currently occupies approximately four square miles. It is located about midway and toward the eastern edge of the San Joaquin Valley, which is oriented northwest to southeast in Central California. The City provides water service to all residential, commercial, and industrial customers, as well as for environmental and fire protection uses, along with sewer, stormwater, and solid waste services.

The City has a generally flat topography and lies within the San Joaquin Valley, which is about 225 miles long and averages 50 miles wide. The average elevation of the City is 237 feet above mean sea level. About 15 miles east of Chowchilla, the terrain slopes upward into the foothills of the Sierra Nevada Mountain Range; 45 miles west of the City, the foothills of the Coastal Mountain Range. The Chowchilla River flows east to west approximately two miles north of the City. The river is dry throughout much of the year, with the flow depending mainly on water releases from Buchanan Dam (Eastman Reservoir). The City is located between Ash and Berenda Sloughs that branch off the Chowchilla River east of the City. Ash Slough runs along the northern edge of the City, and Berenda Slough runs along the southern edge.

The City is located approximately midway between Madera and Merced along State Route 99 (Figure 3-1). Most of the City’s land use consists of medium-density residences (29.9%), and the secondary land use is heavy industrial (9.3%) (City of Chowchilla, 2011). The area surrounding the City is primarily agriculture with various smaller unincorporated communities. The Valley State Prison (VSP) and Central California Women’s Facility (CCWF) are located approximately seven miles southeast of the main City. Figure 3-2 shows the surrounding GSAs.

3.2 - Service Area Boundary Maps
10631(a). Describe the service area of the supplier.

The City currently has a service population of approximately 19,319 people (see subsection

3.4 – Service Area Population and Demographics). In 2025, approximately 865 MG of water was delivered to an estimated 4,315 water service connections, of which approximately 3,927 (91%) are residential services. The remainder are for commercial, industrial, landscape, and agricultural uses.

The City currently has six active primary groundwater wells: No. 1A, 5A, 10, 11, 14, and 15.

Well 16 will go online by the fall season of 2026, increasing the total number of active wells to seven. All remaining wells have been abandoned: Nos. 1, 4, 6, 7, 8, and 9, and Well 3 is currently offline and being evaluated. With the recent addition of Well 15, the City’s groundwater wells can now produce 6,900 gallons per minute. All production wells are disinfected with sodium hypochlorite and meet all drinking water quality standards set by federal and State health agencies. The wells are located throughout the City as shown in Figure 3-3. Water levels in the wells range from 600 to 900 feet below ground surface.

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The City maintains a looped water system consisting of approximately 37 miles of water main distribution lines ranging in diameter from 8 to 12 inches. It also operates 4,315 water meters, 493 backflow prevention devices, 648 fire hydrants, and related equipment. The City has two different pressure zones in the east and west, divided by Highway 99. Most residential and commercial connections have pressure-reducing regulators. Customer meters are typically located on the property line, and the average length of customer service lines is 25 feet.

The City maintains two above-ground water storage reservoirs totaling 1.50 MG. These tanks are Tank No. 1 (0.75 MG) and Tank No. 2 (0.75 MG). Growth of the system to serve new development will require continued looping of lines and expansion of fire flow reserve capacities.

There are no major system constraints for future development; however, problems exist in older sections of the City with deteriorating, smaller 6-inch lines. A retrofitting program will be implemented to upgrade the outdated lines. There appears to be a good supply of water for the City to implement the Land Use Element outlined in their 2050 General Plan; however, such continued extraction from the groundwater table will eventually have a cumulative adverse effect on total water supply for domestic and agricultural uses. The City recommends installing test wells before developing permanent domestic wells for the City.

Additionally, the City has an established conservation program to reduce the amount of water taken annually from the groundwater supply.

3.3 - Service Area Climate
10631(a). Describe the climate of the service area of the supplier.

The climate of Chowchilla is dry and mild in winter and hot in the summer. Nearly ninetenths of the annual precipitation falls between the months of November and April. Rainfall during the summer is very light, and snow is a rare occurrence. Chowchilla enjoys a very high percentage of sunshine, receiving more than 80% of the possible amount during all but the four months of November through February. Reduction of sunshine during these months is caused by fog and short periods of stormy weather.

Due to clear skies during the summer and the protection of the San Joaquin Valley from marine effects, the normal daily maximum temperature reaches the high 90s (in degrees Fahrenheit [oF]) during the latter part of July. The daily maximum temperature during the warmest month has ranged from 76oF to 115oF. Relative humidity readings of 15% are common on summer afternoons, and readings as low as 8% have been recorded. In contrast, humidity readings average 90% during the morning hours of December and January.

Winter temperatures are usually mild with infrequent cold spells dropping the readings below freezing. Heavy frost occurs almost every year, and the first frost usually occurs during the last week of November. The last frost in spring is usually in early March; however, one year in five will have the last frost after the first of April. The average minimum temperature in January is approximately 36°F.

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Winds flow with the major axis of the San Joaquin Valley, generally from the northwest. This feature is especially beneficial, as during the warmest months, the northwest winds increase in the evenings. These refreshing breezes and the normally large temperature variation of about 35 degrees between the highest and lowest readings generally result in comfortable evening and night temperatures.

Average monthly and annual climate data for the City of Madera is presented in the table below and is representative of the climate in the City of Chowchilla because of its relative proximity. Climatic data (1928 to 2025) within the service area is summarized as follows:

Month
Monthly Average
Rainfall (inches)
Average Min.

Temperature (ºF)
Average Max.

Temperature (ºF)
January 2.14 38.0 55.0
February 2.09 40.0 61.0
March 1.82 44.0 67.0
April 0.96 47.0 73.0
May 0.47 53.0 82.0
June 0.20 59.0 90.0
July 0.01 64.0 96.0
August 0.01 63.0 95.0
September 0.07 58.0 89.0
October 0.60 49.0 78.0
November 1.01 41.0 64.0
December 1.89 36.0 55.0
Annual
Total/Averages 11.27 49.3 75.4
Source: US Climate Data, 2025

3.4 - Service Area Population and Demographics

3.4.1 - SERVICE AREA POPULATION
16031(a). Indicate the current population of the service area. 16031(a). Provide population projections for five-year increments to 20 years or as far as data is available.

The population of Chowchilla was 19,039 residents during the 2020 census. From 2020 to 2026, the population grew to approximately 19,319 according to the United States Census Bureau.

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Using the City’s 2050 General Plan’s forecast of 5.3% annual population growth, the current and projected population for the service area was calculated through 2050. The results are presented in Table 3-1.

Table 3-1
Retail: Population - Current and Projected
Submittal Table 3-1 Retail: Population - Current and Projected Population
Served
2025 2030 2035 2040 2045 2050(opt)
19,319 25,011 32,379 41,918 54,270 70,258

3.4.2 - OTHER SOCIAL, ECONOMIC, AND DEMOGRAPHIC FACTORS There are no unique or pertinent community demographic characteristics that will influence future population growth or water usage.

3.5 - Land Uses within the Service Area
10631 (a). The description shall include the current and projected land uses within the existing or anticipated service area affecting the supplier’s water management planning.

Urban water suppliers shall coordinate with local or regional land use authorities to determine the most appropriate land use information, including, where appropriate, land use information obtained from local or regional land use authorities.

Figure 3-4 describes the current (2025) land use and delineates the service area.

The City provides water service to residents, businesses, and other institutions within its limits. Future land use includes the development of vacant or underdeveloped areas not defined as known development. It is assumed that development and redevelopment will occur according to the land use designations as depicted in Figure 3-4. At build-out, the service area will encompass approximately 47.39 square miles.

A breakdown of the City’s existing Land Use by Land Use Category, and acreage for the same, is shown below:
• Residential Single Family – 1355.89 acres
• Multifamily Residential – 288.55 acres
• Commercial – 380.47 acres
• Industrial – 235.69 acres
• Agricultural – 526.00 acres
• Vacant – 580.00 acres
• Total Acres – 3,367.00 acres
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` Figure 3-4 Land Use Map
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SECTION 4 - WATER USE CHARACTERIZATION
A system’s water use is determined by the amount of water conveyed by a distribution system, which is used by a water agency and its customers for any purpose, including nonpotable water uses, water losses, and other nonrevenue water. This section describes and quantifies the City’s current water use and water use projections by individual land use sector through the year 2050.

4.1 - Non-Potable Versus Water Use

4.1.1 - POTABLE AND RAW WATER
Potable water is water intended for human consumption, which is delivered through a public water system and regulated by a State or local health agency. Raw water is untreated water that is used in its natural state. The City supplies potable water to residences, commercial, industrial businesses, and institutions, and does not supply raw water. Section 6 – NormalYear Water Supply Characterization provides a full description of the City’s potable supply, including the source, quality, and groundwater levels.

4.1.2 - RECYCLED WATER
Recycled water is municipal wastewater that has been treated to a specified quality to enable it to be used again. Wastewater from the City is discharged to and treated by the City of Chowchilla. The City currently does not produce or use recycled water.

4.2 - Past, Current, and Projected Water Use by Sector

4.2.1 - WATER-USE SECTIONS LISTED IN WATER CODE
16031(c)(1). Quantify past, current, and projected water use, identifying the uses.

The quantifications of past, current, and projected water use include the following land use sectors in five-year increments:
• Single-family residential – lot with a free-standing building containing one dwelling unit.
• Multi-family residential – multiple dwelling units contained within one building or several buildings within one complex.
• Commercial – water users that provide or distribute a product or service. • Industrial – water users that are primarily the manufacturer or processor of materials as defined by North American Industry Classification System code sectors 31 to 33, or entities that are water users and primarily engage in research and development. • Institutional and government – water users dedicated to public service, including education, courts, churches, hospitals, government facilities, and nonprofit research institutions.
• Landscape – water connections that supply water solely for landscape irrigation.

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• Agricultural – water connections that supply water solely for commercial agricultural irrigation.

The following sectors are not included in this UWMP because they are not applicable to the City:
• Conjunctive use – the City does not apply a management strategy where surface water is managed in conjunction with an underground aquifer.
• Groundwater recharge – the City does not manage or intentionally replenish natural groundwater supplies using manmade conveyance.
• Saline water intrusion barriers – the City does not inject water into a freshwater aquifer to prevent intrusion of salt water.
• Surface water augmentation – the City does not place recycled water in a surface water reservoir as a source of domestic drinking water supply. The City does purchase seepage water that recharges groundwater in the area that is used as a source of domestic drinking water.
• Wetlands or wildlife habitat – the City does not use water for a managed environmental use to improve any environmental conditions. Water is used to supplement a manmade, concrete-lined pond in the City Park. The pond is ornamental and is not a wetland or wildlife habitat.

Past, current, and projected losses within the system were tabulated.

The following sectors are not included in this UWMP because they are exclusively associated with wholesale demand, and, because the City is exclusively a retailer (see Table 2-3), these sectors are not applicable:
• Sales to other agencies – the City does not make water sales to other agencies. • Exchanges – the City does not exchange water with other agencies. • Transfers – the City does not transfer water to other agencies as defined by the CWC as a temporary or long-term change in the point of diversion, place of use, or purpose of use.

4.2.2 - OPTIONAL WATER-USE SECTIONS IN ADDITION TO THOSE LISTED IN WATER CODE Not applicable.

4.2.3 - CURRENT WATER USE
This section describes the different types of land use sectors and their 2025 individual water demand within the City service area. Pursuant to the UWMP Standardized Tables provided by DWR, the City has provided, in Table 4-1, the 2025 water demand volume by land use sector.

As shown in Table 4-1, the City experienced a water demand of 865 MG in the year 2025. All water distributed through the City service area is potable drinking water. Of that 865 MG, Water Use Characterization

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66% was used by single-family uses, 2.7% by multi-family uses, 25.3% by commercial uses,

0.1% by industrial uses, 4.58% by landscape uses, and 0.34% by system losses. All water distributed by the City is potable drinking water. The City produces all its water supply through pumping groundwater using City facilities.

Table 4-1
Retail: Demands for Potable and Raw Water – Actual

4.2.4 - PROJECTED WATER USE
Pursuant to the UWMP Standardized Tables provided by DWR, the City has provided, in Table 4-2, the projected demands for water by land use and, in Table 4-3, the total projected water demands for the City. Total projected demands for the City only include potable water.

Water use projections assume that the current per capita use remains constant throughout the projection period and that population growth will average 5.3% over the next 20 years.

4.2.5 - ESTIMATING FUTURE WATER SAVINGS
CWC 10631(e)(4)(A). If available and applicable to an urban water supplier, water use projections may display and account for the water savings estimated to result from adopted codes, standards, ordinances, or transportation and land use plans identified by the urban water supplier, as applicable to the service area.

CWC 10631(e)(4)(B). To the extent that an urban water supplier reports the information described in subparagraph (A), an urban water supplier shall do both of the following: (i) Provide citations of the various codes, standards, ordinances, or transportation and land use plans utilized in making the projections. (ii) Indicate the extent that the water use projections consider savings from codes, standards, ordinances, or transportation and land use plans. Water use projections that do not account for these water savings shall be noted of that fact.

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Table 4-2
Retail: Demand for Potable and Raw Water – Projected (MG) Table 4-3
Retail: Inclusion in Water Use Projections

Water savings from codes, standards, ordinances, or transportation and land use plans are also known as “passive savings.” These factors generally reduce water use for new and future customers compared to historical customers.

As shown in Table 4-3, this 2025 UWMP does not display or account for future water savings estimated to result from adopted codes, standards, ordinances, or transportation and land use plans. This does not preclude the City from adopting, in the future, codes, standards, Are Future Water Savings Included in Projections?
Drop down list (y/n) No
If "Yes" to above, state the section or page number, in the cell to the right, where citations of the codes, ordinances, or otherwise are utilized in demand projections are found.

Optional Suppliers may complete Optional Submittal Table 4-4 R to quantify the expected savings.

Are Lower Income Residential Demands Included In Projections? Drop down list (y/n)
Yes
Optional If the method for accounting Lower Income Residential Demands has been included, provide page number where this accounting can be found.

Submittal Table 4-3 Retail: Inclusion in Water Use Projections Water Code Section 10631 (a), 10631 (d)(4)(A), and 10631 (d)(4)(B) Water Use Characterization

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ordinances, or transportation and land use plans that would result in water savings. If such adoptions occur, they would be reflected in future UWMPs for the City.

Table 4-4 Passive Savings has not been included.

4.3 - Distribution System Water Losses

4.3.1 - PREVIOUS FIVE YEARS DISTRIBUTION SYSTEM LOSSES
Submittal Table 4-5 is used by Retail Suppliers to indicate that they submitted their Water Loss Audit to DWR’s Water Loss Audit Program. The City is providing a copy of these Water Loss Audit Reports in this UWMP document in Appendix H.

Table 4-5
Retail: Water Loss Audit Reporting

4.3.2 - PROGRESS TOWARD MEETING THE WATER LOSS PERFORMANCE STANDARD Retail Suppliers need to report data to show whether the Water Loss Performance Standard has been met. The associated standards must be listed in the table, along with relevant information for converting between the performance standard and water loss volumes to determine progress toward meeting the water loss standard.

Submittal of this table (Table 4-6) and relevant data is for UWMP Act purposes only and does not constitute compliance or non-compliance with the Water Loss Control Regulation, which is under the authority of the State Water Board.

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Table 4-6
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SECTION 5 - SB X7-7 BASELINES, 2020 TARGETS, AND 2025 REPORTING The Water Conservation Act of 2009, also known as SB X7-7 (Steinberg), mandated a 20% reduction in urban per-capita water use across California by 2020. To achieve this goal, SB X7-7 required each Retail Supplier to establish an urban water-use target, contributing to the State’s collective efforts. The Legislature stated that the combined reductions from all Retail Suppliers would fulfill the statewide legislative mandate.

The Water Code requires that Retail Suppliers report their progress in meeting the 2020 Target. The Water Code does not set an end date for reporting on this progress.

Suppliers’ reporting requirements will vary depending on whether the Supplier:
• Was considered an urban retail water supplier in 2020. • Met its 2020 target in 2020.
• Was part of a merger or consolidation since 2020.

The City did meet its 2020 target in 2020, as shown in Table 5-1, and is in compliance with the Water Conservation Act of 2009. Additionally, because the City did achieve its 2020 Target, the City is eligible to receive a water grant or loan from the State of California.

Table 5-1
Retail: SB X7-7 2020 Target Progress
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SECTION 6 - NORMAL-YEAR WATER SUPPLY CHARACTERIZATION
CWC 10631(b). Identify and quantify, to the extent practicable, the existing and planned sources of water available to the supplier over the same five-year increments described in subdivision (a).

This section describes and quantifies sources of water available to the City. As discussed in Section 4 – Water Use Characterization, the City produces all its water supply through pumping groundwater using City facilities. The City does not purchase water from any other source. There are no current plans to purchase wholesale water in the near future. Thus, the City does not:
• Purchase or import water
• Use surface water
• Reuse stormwater, wastewater, or recycled water
• Desalinate water
• Enter into water exchanges or transfers
Therefore, the following discussion focuses on groundwater as the City’s only existing water supply. This section also discusses future water projects and summarizes existing and planned water sources.

6.1 - Water Supply Analysis Overview
The City does not purchase or import water from other water suppliers or other entities.

There are no plans for the City to purchase or import water as part of its water supply.

6.2 - Water Supply Characterization - Groundwater
CWC 10631(b). If groundwater is identified as an existing or planned source of water available to the supplier, all of the following information shall be included in the plan:
(1) A copy of any groundwater management plan adopted by the urban water supplier, including plans adopted pursuant to Part 2.75 (commencing with Section 10750), or any other specific authorization for groundwater management. (2) A description of any groundwater basin or basins from which the urban water supplier pumps groundwater. For basins that a court or the board has adjudicated the rights to pump groundwater, a copy of the order or decree adopted by the court or the board and a description of the amount of groundwater the urban water supplier has the legal right to pump under the order or decree. For basins that have not been adjudicated, information as to whether the department has identified the basin or basins as overdrafted or has projected that the basin will become overdrafted if present management conditions continue, in the most current official departmental bulletin that characterizes the condition of the groundwater basin, and a detailed description of the efforts being undertaken by the urban water supplier to eliminate the long-term overdraft condition.

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(3) A detailed description and analysis of the location, amount, and sufficiency of groundwater pumped by the urban water supplier for the past five years. The description and analysis shall be based on information that is reasonably available, including, but not limited to, historic use records.
(4) A detailed description and analysis of the amount and location of groundwater that is projected to be pumped by the urban water supplier. The description and analysis shall be based on information that is reasonably available, including, but not limited to, historic use records.

6.2.1 - BASIN DESCRIPTION
The groundwater subbasin underlying the City of Chowchilla, and thus the service area, is the Chowchilla Subbasin (Groundwater Basin No. 5-22.05). The Chowchilla Subbasin is one of 15 subbasins within the San Joaquin Valley Basin (Groundwater Basin No. 5-22) that transport, filter, and store water. In turn, the San Joaquin Valley Basin is one of three groundwater basins that make up the San Joaquin River Hydrologic Region. Major rivers in the subbasin that provide the majority of the surface water runoff for the Region include the Fresno and Chowchilla Rivers. Figure 6-1 shows the 10 hydrologic regions in California.

Figure ES-1 shows the San Joaquin Valley Basin, including the Chowchilla Subbasin.

Of the 5.1 million acres of the San Joaquin Valley Basin, the Chowchilla Subbasin has a surface area of 159 thousand acres, making it the second smallest of the 15 subbasins. The public agencies within the Chowchilla Subbasin include Merced County, Madera County, Chowchilla Water District GSA, and TTWD GSA. The Chowchilla Subbasin is bound on the north by the Merced Subbasin. The San Joaquin River runs along the west boundary, and the Columbia Canal Company Service Area borders the subbasin to the east (Department of Water Resources, 2006).

The City of Chowchilla, Merced County GSA, Madera County GSA, Chowchilla Water District GSA, and TTWD have now prepared a Ground Sustainability Plan to protect their water rights from outside influences.

Basin Levels and Storage
Changes in groundwater levels are based on annual water level measurements by DWR and cooperators. On average, the subbasin water level has declined nearly 40 feet from 1970 through 2000. The period from 1970 through 1978 shows steep declines totaling about 30 feet. The nine-year period from 1978 to 1987 saw stabilization and a rebound of about 25 feet, taking the water levels close to where they were in 1970. 1987 through 1996 again showed steep declines, bottoming out in 1996 at about 45 feet below 1970 levels. Water levels rose about 8 feet from 1996 to 2000. Water level declines have been more severe in the eastern portion of the subbasin from 1980 to the present, but the western basin showed the strongest declines before this time period (DWR, 2004). Per Bulletin 118, the estimated water storage capacity of the Chowchilla Subbasin is estimated to be eight million acre-feet (AF) to a depth of 300 feet and 13.9 million AF to the base of fresh groundwater.

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Figure 6-1
San Joaquin River Hydrologic Region
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Basin Water Quality
The chemical character of groundwater in this subbasin is of a calcium-sodium bicarbonate type in the eastern part of the subbasin. This turns into calcium bicarbonate, sodium-calcium bicarbonate, and sodium chloride water types towards the western part of the subbasin (Mitten, 1970). Total dissolved solids (TDS) values range from 120 to 6,400 mg/L, with a typical range of 200 to 500 mg/L. The Department of Health Services, which monitors Title 22 water quality standards, reports TDS values in eight wells ranging from 120 to 390 mg/L, with an average value of 228 mg/L. Electrical conductivity (EC) values range from 150 to 3,380 µmhos/cm, with an average value of 508 µmhos/cm (DWR, 2004).

6.2.2 - BASIN MANAGEMENT INFORMATION
An adjudicated groundwater basin exists where, because of a lawsuit, the court decides who extracts from the basin, how much they extract, and who will manage the basin. The Chowchilla Subbasin is not adjudicated, as defined by California DWR. Therefore, there are no limitations placed on groundwater pumping volumes due to adjudication.

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A County-wide Groundwater Management Plan (GMP) was prepared in January 2002 by Madera County to comply with AB 3030. In 2014, the County prepared the draft Madera Regional Groundwater Management Plan (City of Chowchilla et al., 2014). The 2014 GMP documents were the existing groundwater management efforts throughout the GMP area and planned efforts to improve groundwater management. The GMP Participants included Chowchilla Water District, City of Chowchilla, City of Madera, Madera County, Merced Irrigation District (MID), and South-East Madera County United (SEMCU). The GMP participants had adopted several overarching basin management objectives that had guided the preparation of the recommendations in the 2014 GMP. These consisted of:
• Collaborative governance
• Stabilization of groundwater levels
• Subsidence mitigation
• Recovery of groundwater levels
• Public awareness
• Economic viability
Recently, the City has been involved in the formation and management of a locally controlled GSA under the SGMA, as well as in the preparation of the GSP. The preparation of the GSP has been done in coordination with the following GSAs: Merced County, Madera County, Chowchilla Water District GSA, and TTWD GSA, which form part of the Chowchilla Subbasin.

There have been issues with the 2022 Groundwater Sustainable Plan and the management of chronic low groundwater levels. The State Water Board has recommended revisions to the 2022 GSP and the recently submitted 2025 GSP.

The GSAs made significant progress revising the 2025 GSP and adequately addressed deficiencies. Through the 2025 GSP, the GSAs show a greater commitment to protecting drinking water users and improving groundwater management. Some of the improvements the GSAs made in the 2025 GSP include:
• New groundwater level goals to avoid drinking water impacts after 2040. • Where drinking water impacts occur, a commitment to addressing these impacts through the adoption of a more protective Domestic Well Mitigation Program that includes mitigating for water quality impacts in addition to impacts from lowering groundwater levels.
• Revised groundwater level goals that shouldn’t cause additional land subsidence after 2050. New objectives to eliminate further subsidence and plans to limit subsidence impacts in the basin on the way to sustainability by 2050. The GSAs are considered critical infrastructure when setting subsidence goals in the 2025 GSP. • More robust management practices that should lead to sustainable groundwater use.

For example, the GSAs are committed to more adaptive and stricter groundwater management actions that will likely be necessary for the basin to reach sustainability.

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6.2.3 - OVERDRAFT CONDITIONS
As required by CWC Section 10631(b)(2), for basins that have not been adjudicated, information as to whether DWR has identified the basin or basins as overdrafted or has projected that the basin will become overdrafted, a UWMP must include a detailed description of the efforts being undertaken by the urban water supplier to eliminate the long-term overdraft condition.

The San Joaquin Valley Basin and the Chowchilla Subbasin have been in a state of overdraft for many years. The California Water Plan Update Bulletin 160-98 estimated the average overdraft in the San Joaquin Valley Basin to be 239,000 AF in 1995. Over the past 30 years, groundwater levels in the GMP area have experienced significant declines due to overdraft; specific to the area surrounding the City, the 2006 overdraft in the area was 30,000 AF per year (AFY) (City of Chowchilla et al., 2014).

In response to overdraft conditions in Madera County, the GMP participants, including the City, outlined several overdraft mitigation measures in the 2014 GMP. This mitigation included:
• Conjunctive use
• Surface water-related capture, imports, storage, conveyance capacity, and water treatment
• Land management options
• Groundwater use restrictions
• Water conservation efforts
• New funding mechanisms for recharge projects and pumping fees • Public education
See the 2014 GMP in Appendix F for more information about these mitigation efforts.

6.2.4 - GROUNDWATER PUMPING
The City has historically relied on groundwater pumping for all of its water supply (see Table 6-1 below). This table also shows the quantities of groundwater the City has pumped over the last five years, with a maximum of 962 MG in 2022. 962 MG is around 26.5% of the total pumping capacity of 3,627 MG.

The following tables show the quantities of groundwater the City has pumped in the last five years through 2025.

The amount of groundwater pumped by the City over the last five years is shown in Table 6-

1. The amount of groundwater projected to be pumped in five-year increments over the next 20 years is shown in Table 4-2 in Section 4 – Water Use Characterization. The projected retail demands for potable and raw water shown in the table are supplied solely by groundwater pumping.

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Table 6-1
Retail: Groundwater Volume Pumped

6.3 - Surface Water
The City does not receive water from outside sources. In the event of an emergency, the City can utilize its own groundwater supply. With only 77.3% pumping capacity projected through 2050, the City can easily increase its groundwater pumping and or implement restrictions on its customers to make sure demand does not exceed available supply.

6.4 - Stormwater
The City does not intentionally divert stormwater for beneficial use within its potable water distribution system. There are no plans for the City to use stormwater to offset the water supply.

6.5 - Wastewater and Recycled Water
CWC 10633. The plan shall provide, to the extent available, information on recycled water and its potential for use as a water source in the service area of the urban water supplier.

The preparation of the plan shall be coordinated with local water, wastewater, groundwater, and planning agencies that operate within the supplier's service area, and shall include all of the following:
(a) A description of the wastewater collection and treatment systems in the supplier's service area, including a quantification of the amount of wastewater collected and treated and the methods of wastewater disposal.
(b) A description of the quantity of treated wastewater that meets recycled water standards, is being discharged, and is otherwise available for use in a recycled water project.

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(f) A description of actions, including financial incentives, which may be taken to encourage the use of recycled water, and the projected results of these actions in terms of acre-feet of recycled water used per year.
(g) A plan for optimizing the use of recycled water in the supplier's service area, including actions to facilitate the installation of dual distribution systems, to promote recirculating uses, to facilitate the increased use of treated wastewater that meets recycled water standards, and to overcome any obstacles to achieving that increased use.

The City of Chowchilla Public Works Department operates a comprehensive wastewater collection, treatment, and disposal system that serves the City. The City’s wastewater collection system comprises over 37 miles of gravity sewer pipelines and four wastewater pump stations. The City of Chowchilla Wastewater Treatment Plant (WWTP), which provides secondary treatment of municipal wastewater, is permitted to treat 1.8 million gallons per day (MGD), but the average amount of water treated daily at the WWTP is about

0.8 MGD during dry weather conditions and 1.1 MGD during wet weather conditions.

Wastewater is disposed of via percolation ponds located at the WWTP and does not get discharged into a surface body of water, which would require an NPDES permit as part of the waste discharge requirements (WDRs). The water is not of sufficient quality at this time for beneficial use consistent with Title 22. There are currently no actions being taken to encourage the use of recycled water in the City.

The City is not using and does not plan to use wastewater or recycled water within the planning horizon of the 2025 UWMP, and therefore, per the 2025 Urban Water Management Plan Guidebook, only Tables 6-2 and 6-3 need to be completed.

Table 6-2
Retail: Wastewater Collected Within Service Area in 2025

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Table 6-3
Retail: Wastewater Treatment and Discharge Within Service Area in 2025

Table 6-4
Retail: Wastewater Treatment and Discharged in 2025

Table 6-5
Retail: Recycled Water Use Projection Compared to 2025 Actual

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Table 6-6
Retail: Methods to Expand Future Recycled Water Use

6.6 - Desalinated Water Opportunities
CWC 16031(h). Describe desalinated water project opportunities for long-term supply.

The City has no feasible opportunity for the development of a water desalination system as a long-term supply. With no nearby or convenient sources of saline water to desalinate, the cost of providing the water and then treating it would outweigh the benefits.

6.7 - Exchange and Transfer Opportunities
CWC 10631(d). Describe the opportunities for exchanges or transfers of water on a shortterm or long-term basis.

The City does not have any planned or potential future water exchanges or transfers.

6.8 - Future Water Projects
CWC 10631(g). Include a description of all water supply projects and water supply programs that may be undertaken by the urban water supplier to meet the total projected water use, as established pursuant to subdivision (a) of Section 10635. The urban water supplier shall include a detailed description of expected future projects and programs that the urban water supplier may implement to increase the amount of the water supply available to the urban water supplier in average, single-dry, and multiple-dry water years. The description shall identify specific projects and include a description of the increase in water supply that is expected to be available from each project. The description shall include an estimate with regard to the implementation timeline for each project or program.

The City’s water system contains a large percentage of aged water mains. These water mains are susceptible to further damage over time and are very prone to leakage. The Water Capital Improvement Plan detailed in the 2020 Utilities Rate Study includes rehabilitation and replacement of the aging water distribution system and replacement of equipment. This will cost the City approximately $300,000 over the next five years. The completion of the rehabilitation and replacement of portions of the water distribution system is expected to substantially reduce the volume of “unaccounted” water lost by leakage.

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Well #15 Development
The City currently has six active wells, including Well #15 recently constructed and integrated into the water system to ensure capacity for future development. Well #15 is currently operating at approximately 700 gallons per minute (GPM). The construction of Wells #15 and #16 expands production capacity, relieves stress on existing wells, and provides redundancy in the system.

Well #16 Development
Well #16 has also been constructed and will go into operation in the fall of 2026. It is anticipated that this well will operate at approximately 800 GPM.

Tank #3
The City currently has two water storage tanks totaling 1.5 MG. As the City grows, a third tank will be constructed to increase storage capacity.

Water Meter Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI)
The City will continue implementing AMI metering to gather utility usage data from its customers without manually reading meters.

Replacement of Aged Water Lines
Due to the age of the miles of water lines, the City experiences water losses averaging approximately 23.79 MG per year. An ongoing plan will include the replacement of all aged water lines with PVC C900 or C905.

Table 6-7
Retail: Expected Future Water Supply Projects or Programs

6.9 - Groundwater Supplies Coordination
The City of Chowchilla is part of the GSAs of the Chowchilla Subbasin.

On March 2, 2023, the DWR determined that the Chowchilla Subbasin's July 2022 GSP was inadequate. DWR's determination temporarily shifted primary regulatory oversight of the Normal-Year Water Supply Characterization

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subbasin to the State Water Board. The GSAs for the Chowchilla Subbasin adopted a revised GSP in March 2025.

The State Water Board reviewed the updated March 2025 GSP and determined that the Chowchilla Subbasin GSAs addressed the deficiencies identified in DWR's Inadequate Determination and additional issues identified by Board staff.

While the State Water Board found the Chowchilla Subbasin’s 2025 GSP sufficient to return the subbasin to the Department’s jurisdiction, State Water Board staff highlighted potential GSP improvements in the Board Staff Assessment (April 2025) that may further SGMA’s goals. For the GSAs’ consideration and for the Department’s awareness during annual and periodic reviews under Water Code Sections 10733.4 and 10733.8, both the GSAs and the Department may wish to consider the recommendations for potential GSP enhancements contained in the Board Staff Assessment.

Following the return of the subbasin to DWR’s jurisdiction, the State Water Board’s Office of Sustainable Groundwater Management (OSGM) staff will continue to review documents posted to the Department’s SGMA portal. OSGM staff will comment, as it has previously, if necessary to bring items to the Department’s attention.

This 2025 UWMP is consistent with the GSP and the proposed projects and management actions. See the GSP Table 4-1 below for more information on projects and management actions.

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6.10 - Energy Use
Water Code Section 10631.2. (a) In addition to the requirements of Section 10631, an urban water management plan shall include any of the following information that the urban water supplier can readily obtain:

A. An estimate of the amount of energy used to extract or divert water supplies.

B. An estimate of the amount of energy used to convey water supplies to the water treatment plants or distribution systems.

C. An estimate of the amount of energy used to treat water supplies.

D. An estimate of the amount of energy used to distribute water supplies through its distribution systems.

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E. An estimate of the amount of energy used for treated water supplies in comparison to the amount used for nontreated water supplies.

F. An estimate of the amount of energy used to place water into or withdraw from storage.

G. Any other energy-related information the urban water supplier deems appropriate.

Readily available energy-use information from the City includes a summary of monthly and annual energy use, as indicated in the table below and Table O1-A. The tabulated data includes the summed energy usage from individual well sites and the City’s water distribution system.

City - Available Energy Use Information
Month
Kilowatt-hours
(kWh)
January 57,807
February 46,454
March 46,878
April 49,239
May 96,843
June 219,307
July 142,002
August 155,816
September 83,360
October 95,763
November 88,492
December 72,648
Total Annual 1,154,609

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Table O-1A Recommended Energy Reporting

6.11 - Summary of Existing and Planned Sources of Water As discussed above, the City's sole source of water is groundwater pumping. Continued groundwater pumping is also the only planned water source in the future. Since the Chowchilla Subbasin is non-adjudicated, there are currently no restrictions on groundwater pumping. The passage of SGMA may change this reality in the future, but SGMA's requirements do not apply to 2025 UWMPs.

Because there is no current restriction on groundwater pumping, the limit of available water is the pump capacity of the seven existing wells to pump groundwater. The pump capacity of the seven wells to pump groundwater is shown in the following table.

The City’s wells are estimated to provide 3,627 MG per year (6,900 GPM) based upon 100% of the maximum pumping capacity of the current wells, and capacity will increase with the integration of Well #16. In addition to the wells, the City maintains two above-ground water storage reservoirs totaling 1.50 MG. These tanks are Tank No. 1 (0.75 MG) and Tank No. 2 (0.75 MG). Assuming 85% of the storage tank's listed capacity is available for water storage,

1.28 MG of storage is usable. Table 6-8 summarizes the actual production of water.

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Retail: Water Supplies – Actual

For the same reasons discussed above, it is assumed that the projected groundwater supply available to the City is also 3,627 MG for this year and 4,047 MG for each of the projected years after that, with the integration of Well #16 (see Table 6-9). Actual projected groundwater supply may change during the next UWMP cycle in response to the results of GSPs developed in the Chowchilla Subbasin to comply with SGMA.

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Retail: Water Supplies – Projected
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SECTION 7 - WATER SUPPLY RELIABILITY AND DROUGHT RISK ASSESSMENT CWC 10634. The plan shall include information, to the extent practicable, relating to the quality of existing sources of water available to the supplier over the same five-year increments as described in subdivision (a) of Section 10631, and the manner in which water quality affects water management strategies and supply reliability.

All UWMPs must include an assessment of the reliability of their water supplies. The water supply and demand assessment must compare the total projected water use with the projected water supply, in five-year increments, through the next 20 years. This section presents a comparison of the water demands and supplies within the City’s service area, and assesses supply versus demand during normal years, single dry water years, and multiple dry water years. This section describes the long-term reliability of the City’s water supply, while Section 8 – Water Shortage Contingency Planning provides short-term reliability planning that may require immediate action, such as a drought or a catastrophic supply interruption.

7.1 - Constraints on Water Sources Considerations
CWC 10631(c)(2). For any water source that may not be available at a consistent level of use, given specific legal, environmental, water quality, or climatic factors, describe plans to supplement or replace that source with alternative sources or water demand management measures, to the extent practicable.

This section discusses the reliability of water supplies and their vulnerability to seasonal and climatic shortages. The City has historically obtained 100% of its potable water supply from groundwater pumping. Thus, the maximum capacity of the six active City wells of 3,627 MG is the City’s maximum available supply and will increase to 4,047 MG with the integration of Well #16. This water supply is available to the City regardless of the climatic conditions related to average, single-dry, and multiple-dry years.

However, because the City relies entirely on groundwater wells, the drawdown will be more severe in drought and high-temperature years. Since the entire central San Joaquin Valley has experienced moderate to severe drought conditions over the period of 2012-2016, the groundwater drawdown may eventually reach a critical point, particularly in the depth of wells. Groundwater would still be available to the City over the UWMP planning horizon, but the need to deepen wells may arise in the future during prolonged drought. The City has summer watering regulations in place in order to ensure water conservation and provide education to all customers. These regulations can be found on the City’s website.

Additionally, future SGMA regulations will mandate safe yields within the Chowchilla Subbasin, further reducing the likelihood of requiring deepening wells. Compliance with SGMA may require the City to come up with alternative sources of water in the future based on the results of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan to be developed, but at this time, the City is allowed to pump as much water as is required to supply the needs of the City.

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From a water quality perspective, the City’s water system includes seven groundwater source wells, which are enumerated as #1A, #5A, #10, #11, #14, #15, and one more well, #16, soon to be integrated. The City produces an annual Consumer Confidence Report required by the California State Department of Health Services. The report summarizes the water quality sampling results for 2025 for all water customers. The data collected, though representative, is more than one year old, with data that ranged from 2017 to 2020. From the data, it was determined that Well #10 reached a nitrate level of 18.45 milligrams per liter (mg/L), which is not greater than 50% of the maximum level of 45 mg/L. Levels in Well #10 improved since 2019, when the nitrate level reached 23 mg/L.

7.2 - Water Service Reliability Assessment
CWC 10620(f). An urban water supplier shall describe in the plan water management tools and options used by that entity that will maximize resources and minimize the need to import water from other regions.

CWC 10631(c)(1). Describe the reliability of the water supply and vulnerability to seasonal or climatic shortage, to the extent practicable, and provide data for each of the following:
(A) An average water year.
(B) A single-dry water year.
(C) Multiple-dry water years.

There are two aspects of supply reliability to consider. The first relates to immediate service needs and is primarily a function of the availability and adequacy of the supply facilities. The second aspect is climate-related and involves the availability of water during mild or severe drought periods. This section compares water supplies and demands across three water scenarios: an average (normal) water year, a single-dry water year, and multiple-dry water years. These scenarios are defined as follows:
• Average year – a year, or an averaged range of years, that most closely represents the median runoff levels and patterns. The supply quantities for this condition are derived from historical average yields. Within this document, the terms “normal” and “average” are used interchangeably.
• Single-dry year – the year with the lowest water supply availability. Generally considered to be the lowest annual runoff for a watershed since the water year beginning in 1903.
• Multiple-dry years – the lowest average water supply availability to the agency for a consecutive multiple-year period (three years or more). Generally considered to be the lowest average runoff for a consecutive multiple-year period (three years or more) for a watershed since 1903.

Drought years for the hydrologic region can be determined by referencing DWR’s Chronological Reconstructed Sacramento and San Joaquin Valley Water Year Hydrologic Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment

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Classification Indices 1995 to 2015 (WSIHIST) (California Department of Water Resources, 2016). The City is currently experiencing a multiple-year dry cycle, which started in 2012 and has continued through 2015. During this multi-year drought, the City has still been able to meet all its water demands without implementing water management tools. Also, the impact of an extreme single dry year, such as 2016, did not impact the ability of the City to meet all its water demands. Supply reliability for average water years, such as 2010, and multiple and single dry years is shown in Table 7-1. The reliability of water service, which is subject to proper operation and maintenance of the City's water distribution system and its ability to deliver the water, is discussed in Section 6 – Normal-Year Water Supply Characterization.

Table 7-1
Retail: Basis of Water Year Data
Therefore, the City has a reliable water supply and is not vulnerable to seasonal and climatic shortages. There is no current need for plans to supplement or replace the existing groundwater source available to the City with alternative sources or water demand management measures at this time.

7.2.1 - SUPPLY AND DEMAND COMPARISON
10635(a). Every urban water supplier shall include, as part of its urban water management plan, an assessment of the reliability of its water service to its customers during normal, dry, Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment

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and multiple dry water years. This water supply and demand assessment shall compare the total water supply sources available to the water supplier with the total projected water use over the next 20 years, in five-year increments, for a normal water year, a single dry water year, and multiple dry water years. The water service reliability assessment shall be based upon the information compiled pursuant to Section 10631, including available data from state, regional, or local agency population projections within the service area of the urban water supplier.

Average (or Normal) Year
Normal-year supply-and-demand projections and differences are presented in Table 7-2.

Table 7-2
Retail: Normal Year Supply and Demand Comparison

As shown in Table 7-2, future water supplies are anticipated to not only meet, but far exceed demands in normal year conditions through the year 2050.

Single Dry Year
Projected supplies were compared to the increased demands for a single-dry year and are presented in Table 7-3.

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Table 7-3
Retail: Single Dry Year Supply and Demand Comparison
As shown in Table 7-3, anticipated groundwater supplies are sufficient to meet all demands through the year 2050 even under single-year drought conditions.

Five Consecutive Dry-Year Reliability Assessment
Projected supplies were compared to the increased demands for five consecutive dry-year scenarios and are presented in Table 7-4.

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Table 7-4
Retail: Five Consecutive Dry Years Supply and Demand Comparison

As shown in Table 7-4, anticipated groundwater supplies are sufficient to meet all demands through the year 2050 even under multiple-dry-year drought conditions.

7.3 - Drought Risk Assessment
Water Code Section 10635(b)
Every urban water supplier shall include, as part of its urban water management plan, a drought risk assessment for its water service to its customers as part of information considered in developing the demand management measures and water supply projects and programs to be included in the urban water management plan. The urban water supplier Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment

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may conduct an interim update or updates to this drought risk assessment within the fiveyear cycle of its urban water management plan update. The drought risk assessment shall include each of the following:
(1) A description of the data, methodology, and basis for one or more supply shortage conditions that are necessary to conduct a drought risk assessment for a drought period that lasts five consecutive water years, starting from the year following when the assessment is conducted.
(2) A determination of the reliability of each source of supply under a variety of water shortage conditions. This may include a determination that a particular source of water supply is fully reliable under most, if not all, conditions. (3) A comparison of the total water supply sources available to the water supplier with the total projected water use for the drought period.
(4) Considerations of the historical drought hydrology, plausible changes on projected supplies and demands under climate change conditions, anticipated regulatory changes, and other locally applicable criteria.

Projected total supplies and projected water use for the next five years (2026 to 2030) were compared and are presented in Table 7-5. The information in the table shows a significant surplus of water available each year. These items are described in Sections 8 and 9 of this UWMP.

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Table 7-5
Five-Year Drought Risk Assessment Tables to Address
Water Code Section 10635(b)
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SECTION 8 - WATER SHORTAGE CONTINGENCY PLANNING
CWC 10632 (a) Every urban water supplier required to prepare a plan pursuant to this part shall prepare its plan pursuant to Article 2 (commencing with Section 10630). The supplier shall likewise periodically review the plan as required by Section 10621, and any amendments or changes required as a result of that review shall be adopted pursuant to this article.
(b) Every urban water supplier required to prepare a water shortage contingency plan shall prepare a water shortage contingency plan pursuant to Section 10632. The supplier shall likewise periodically review the water shortage contingency plan as required by paragraph (10) of subdivision (a) of Section 10632 and any amendments or changes required as a result of that review shall be adopted pursuant to this article.

The Urban Water Management Planning Act of 1983 requires water agencies to incorporate a WSCP focusing on the allocation of water supplies and the management of water consumption during periods of shortage due to extended drought or a water emergency. This section describes the City’s policies and ordinances to deal with water shortages. The City’s water supply comes solely from groundwater pumping. As discussed in Section 7 – Water Supply Reliability and Drought Risk Assessment, the City has a reliable water supply and is not vulnerable to seasonal and climatic shortages for the normal, dry-year, and multiple dryyear scenarios through year 2050. This reliability conclusion is caveated by the fact that future compliance with SGMA may require the City to come up with alternative sources of water in the future, based on the results of the Groundwater Sustainability Plan to be developed. However, now the City is allowed to pump as much water as is required to supply the needs of the City.

The City’s WSCP illustrates specific water supply conditions that trigger the activation of voluntary and mandatory rationing efforts. It explains what the ability is to meet projected short-term demands during extended dry periods and emphasizes some of the significant proactive measures that enhance the City’s ability to respond to interruptions in water supply should a natural or manmade disaster occur. The contingency plan outlines the planned response to failures in the infrastructure of the water system in the event of an earthquake, extensive power outage, or other catastrophic event. Finally, this section provides details about the prohibitions and penalties against specific water uses during water shortages and evaluates potential impacts to the water funds should water sales decrease because of supply shortages.

The City has enacted standard water conservation measures per Title 13 (Public Services) Chapter 13.04 (Water Service) of the City’s Code of Ordinances. Specifically, Ordinance

13.04.210 (Standard water conservation measures) states:

A. In the use of water supplied by the City of Chowchilla, the following requirements shall apply:

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1. Washing of exterior asphalt or concrete areas with potable water is prohibited except for those businesses that are governed by the Food and Drug Administration or State or County Health Department requirements that require these areas to be washed for health purposes. Documentation indicating such regulations must be provided to the director.

2. The use of potable water for washing cars, boats, or other vehicles is prohibited without the use of a quick-acting positive shutoff nozzle on the hose and the use of buckets for washing with water from the hose used for light rinsing. These regulations apply to both residential customers and fundraising events. The business owner at which a fundraising car wash is held is responsible for both the enforcement of these regulations and any citations that may result due to abuse of these regulations.

3. All new construction and remodeling or additions to habitable areas with a valuation in excess of five thousand dollars will be required to install or replace existing faucets and showerheads with low flow devices and toilets with ultra low flow units.

B. Exceptions: The city administrator or his or her designee may grant an exception from the requirements of this chapter for any of the following reasons:

1. Water use is necessary for public health and safety or for essential government services.

2. Recycled water is being used.

3. Water use is necessary due to the medical needs of the water customer.

4. An alternative water source/supply is available for use.

C. Exemptions: The City Council may grant an exemption to the requirements of this chapter, with or without conditions, if it determines that a water customer would otherwise experience extreme financial hardship that cannot be mitigated. The City Council shall review any requests for an exemption from compliance with this chapter. A written request for an exemption must be submitted to the city clerk a minimum of two weeks prior to the regularly scheduled City Council meeting at which the exemption is to be considered. If appropriate, the City Council may require the customer granted an exemption to reduce water use by other appropriate alternative methods.

Notwithstanding any other provision of this code, there shall be no right to further administrative review or appeal of the determination of exemption of the City Council.

The City Council may establish an "exemption processing fee" by resolution.

D. The City Council adopted the 2025 WSCP on July 14, 2026.

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8.1 - Water Supply Reliability Analysis
In compliance with CWC 10632(a)(1), all water agencies are required to administer a strategy – an adopted ordinance or terms of service – to outline “stages of action” in response to water supply shortages. For compliance, the City, in addition to Ordinance 13.04.210 outlined above, has adopted Ordinance 13.04.215 (Declaring conservation level). This Ordinance reads as follows:

A. The City Council may declare the conservation level based on a determination made by the City Administrator or based upon any reduction in water supply or delivery that the City Council determines in its sole discretion necessitates water conservation pursuant to this chapter. The City Council may determine and order water prohibitions and restrictions levels I—VI as outlined herein. The City Council will publish a notification in a newspaper of general circulation, a declaration of the level of conservation to be implemented. Compliance within five days of publication of the declaration is mandatory.

B. Level I conservation measures. At this level of the conservation plan, the goal is to inform the public of the pressing need to conserve water. This can be done through information and education measures, which can directly affect water-use habits of the city's customer base.

Water bill inserts, pamphlets upon request, partnering with local schools to encourage water conservation practices, creating workshops for local plumbers, plumbing fixture water utilities, and builders, or landscape and irrigation service providers are all examples of education and information measures the city can implement.

The goal of this measure is to have residents and businesses voluntarily comply with best practice water conservation measures, with the goal of reducing average water consumption by 10%. Water tanks and wells will be monitored by the water department.

The following restrictions shall apply:

1. Customers shall water outdoor landscaping no more than three days per week. The council may designate dates and times for outdoor landscaping watering by adopting rules or regulations through a resolution.

2. Landscape watering for municipal parks will be reduced from six to four days or less per week, unless otherwise directed by rules or regulations adopted pursuant to Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 13.04.160.

3. Drilling of new water wells and/or deepening of existing water wells for either agricultural or domestic uses must be reviewed by the director of public services prior to commencement of work. Such work will be approved or denied based on the evaluation of prior and/or current use of the land.

C. Level II conservation measures. All prohibitions and restrictions in level I shall apply, and in addition:

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1. Customers shall water outdoor landscaping no more than two days per week. The council may designate dates and times for outdoor landscaping watering by adopting rules or regulations through a resolution.

2. Hotels, restaurants, and bars are encouraged to only provide drinking water to customers upon request.

3. Landscape watering for municipal parks will be reduced to three days or less per week, unless otherwise directed by rules or regulations adopted pursuant to Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 13.04.160.

4. Drilling of new water wells and/or deepening of existing water wells for either agricultural or domestic uses must be reviewed by the director of public services prior to commencement of work. Such work will be approved or denied based on the evaluation of the impact on existing water resources. At level II and above, prior and/or current use of the land will not be the only factor considered.

D. Level III conservation measures. All prohibitions and restrictions in levels I and II shall apply, and in addition:

Customers shall water outdoor landscaping no more than one day per week. The council may designate dates and times for outdoor landscaping watering by adopting rules or regulations through a resolution.

1. Personal vehicles may only be washed once per week, on the assigned watering day, and only with the use of a quick-acting positive shut-off nozzle.

2. Hotels are encouraged to implement laundry conservation measures by encouraging patrons to reuse linens and towels.

3. Landscape watering for municipal parks will be reduced to two days or less per week, and restrictions shall be implemented on golf course watering, unless otherwise directed by rules or regulations adopted pursuant to Chowchilla Municipal Code Section 13.04.160.

E. Level IV conservation measures.

1. All prohibitions and restrictions in levels I, II, and III shall apply, and in addition, Watering of outdoor landscapes is prohibited. This restriction shall not apply to the following categories of use:
i. Maintenance of trees and shrubs that are watered on the same schedule set forth in subsection C. by using a bucket, hand-held hose with a positive shutoff nozzle, or low-volume non-spray irrigation. ii. Maintenance of existing landscaping necessary for fire protection as specified by the City Fire Chief.

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iii. Maintenance of existing landscaping for erosion control. iv. Maintenance of plant materials identified to be rare or essential to the wellbeing of rare animals. v. Maintenance of landscaping within municipal parks and golf course greens, provided that such irrigation does not exceed one day per week. vi. Watering of livestock.
vii. Public works projects and actively irrigated environmental mitigation projects.

2. Swimming pools filled or refilling are prohibited.

F. Level V conservation measures.

1. Escalated restrictions and rationing focused on essential-use protection. Typical drivers include natural disasters, extended facility outages, or regional mandates.

G. Level VI conservation measures.

1. Maximum restrictions and emergency operations to preserve public health and safety. Typical drivers include catastrophic failures or disasters with large, immediate capacity losses.

Table 8-1 provides a summary of the conservation measures at the six stages that may be enacted by the City Council.

Ordinances 13.04.210 and 13.04.215 were implemented in response to Governor Brown’s Executive Order No. B-29-15, directing the State Water Resources Control Board to develop and impose restrictions on urban water users to achieve a statewide 25% reduction in potable urban water use.

8.2 - Annual Water Supply and Demand Assessment Procedures In compliance with CWC Section 10632(a)(1), all water suppliers are required to administer a strategy – an adopted ordinance or terms of service – to outline “stages of action” in response to water supply shortages. The City currently has only one stage of action, which requires compliance with all Board-adopted Mandatory Water Conservation Plan rules and the 2025 WSCP adopted on June 14, 2026.

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8.3 - Six Standard Water Shortage Levels
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8.4 - Supply Augmentation
In compliance with CWC Section 10632(b)(2) and described in Chapters 6 and 7, the water supplier may want to indicate that a particular supply augmentation response included in the WSCP has already been integrated into normal water management planning for shortage conditions.

The City will implement the following restrictions to address the supply augmentation problems:
• Expand Public Information Campaign – enlarge media campaign; create bill inserts with conservation information; submit articles to local newspapers; conduct water efficiency workshops for different customer sectors.
• Other – any other method that does not fall into the categories listed in the Guidelines.

Table 8-2 further summarizes the supply augmentation methods and mandatory restrictions utilized by the City.

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Retail: Supply Augmentation and Other Actions

8.5 - Demand Reduction Actions
In compliance with CWC Section 10632(a)(5), consumption reduction methods are actions that are taken by the City to reduce water demand within the service area, whereas the prohibitions (see subsection 8.2 and Table 8-3) limit specific uses of water. DWR allows water agencies, such as the City, to make their own determinations as to which methods and which stages for employing the methods are most appropriate for a service area. Table 8-3 summarizes the mandatory restrictions and prohibitions placed on end users.

Table 8-3
Retail: Demand Reduction Actions

Expanded Public Information Campaign
The City distributes water conservation pamphlets, and the office staff is tasked with providing water conservation education when customers pay their bills at the City office. Per Yes
Volume or
Percentage
Drop down
Shortage Gap
Reduction Value
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(MG)
6 Expand Public Information Percentage 2 Water Conservation-Website and Notice Board at office No 6 Improve Customer Billing Percentage 2 Add Water Conservation Note on every bill No 6 Increase Frequency of Meter Percentage 2 Read meters monthly No 6 Decrease Line Flushing Percentage 2 Flush twice a year at a minimum No 6 Reduce System Water Loss Percentage 2 Replacing old meters No 6 Increase Water Waste Patrols Percentage 2 Operators are always monitoring as they drive around Yes Is the Supplier completing this table using the standard six levels? (yes/no) Submittal Table 8-3 Retail: Demand Reduction Actions
Water Code Section 10632(a)(4)(B),(D), and (E)
Add additional rows as needed
How much is this going to reduce the
shortage gap?
Shortage
Level
Demand Reduction Actions
Drop down list
These are the only categories that will
be accepted by the WUEdata online
submittal tool. Select those that apply.

Additional Explanation or Reference
(OPTIONAL)
Penalty, Charge,
or Other
Enforcement?
For Retail Suppliers
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the Mandatory Water Conservation Plan Ordinance, the City’s Council has directed City staff to include water conservation suggestions in the monthly billings and water conservation signs to be placed in the City office. Additionally, during preconstruction meetings with new development, developers, management, and contractors are encouraged and monitored to use water wisely.

The City has plans to expand its existing public information campaign by providing a greater variety of pamphlets and contacting schools and other public venues.

Increase Water Waste Patrols
The City has a Water Waste Patrol program in place and plans to expand this program in the future. Currently, the Water Waste patrol assists customers with leak detection, sprinkler timers, etc., and is encouraged to educate customers whenever possible. The City also includes a large area of farmland that does not receive water, but the servicemen include this area in their patrols to discourage theft or illegal connection to the City’s system.

8.6 - Shortage Response Actions, Penalties, Charges, Other Enforcement of Prohibition
In accordance with CWC Section 10632(a)(6), Ordinance 13.04.215 also includes penalties for violations of water conservation measures at each of the four stages. These penalties are as follows:

F. Penalties.

1. Unless otherwise provided, any water customer violating any provision of this chapter shall be guilty of an infraction, and each day or portion thereof such violation is in existence shall be a new and separate offense.

2. Any water customer determined to be guilty of a first-time violation shall be given a written reminder for compliance. Subsequent violations shall be punishable as follows:
i. Second violation: A written notice of such violation shall be given, and a charge shall be added to the water bill of such person as a one-time penalty as follows:
(a) One hundred dollars if the city is subject to standard conservation measures or if the City Council has enacted level I conservation measures.
(b) Two hundred dollars if the City Council has enacted level II conservation measures.
(c) Three hundred dollars if the City Council has enacted level III conservation measures.

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(d) Four hundred dollars if the City Council has enacted level IV conservation measures.
ii. Third violation: A written notice of such violation shall be given, and a penalty shall be added to the water bill of such person as a one-time penalty as follows:
(a) Five hundred dollars if the city is subject to standard conservation measures or if the City Council has enacted level I conservation measures.
(b) Five hundred dollars if the City Council has enacted level II conservation measures.
(c) Seven hundred fifty dollars if the City Council has enacted level III conservation measures.
(d) One thousand dollars if the City Council has enacted level IV conservation measures.
iii. Fourth violation: A written notice of such violation shall be given, and a charge shall be added to the water bill of such person as a one-time penalty. (a) Five hundred dollars if the City Council has enacted level I conservation measures.
(b) Seven hundred fifty dollars if the City Council has enacted level II conservation measures.
(c) One thousand dollars if the City Council has enacted level III or IV conservation measures.
iv. Fifth violation: A written notice will be given of a fifth violation, and the consumer shall have a flow restrictor placed in their service until such time that they can assure the public works director that no more waste will occur.

All costs, including overhead, for this installation shall be billed to the customer.
v. Determination of number of offenses: To determine whether a violation is other than a first offense, only notices issued within one year after the date of the first notice will be considered.

3. In addition to the above remedies, the city administrator or his or her designee is empowered to enforce any or all of the following penalties:
i. Place a flow restricting device upon the water service. ii. Lock off of a water meter.

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iii. Remove a water meter.
iv. Shut off the service connection.

All costs or expenses incurred by the City for enforcement of this section shall be borne by the water customer. No water service shall be limited or discontinued until the city administrator or his or her designee provides a written notice of intent to so limit or discontinue such service and the reasons for such decision, and further, provides such water customer notice of the right to request an administrative review and hearing pursuant to the procedures set forth in Section 1.10.080, Title 1, of the City Municipal Code.

8.7 - Determining Water Shortage Reductions
The following discussion is provided to comply with CWC Section 10632(a)(9). The City’s water system is supplied by groundwater wells. Each well has a flow meter that records the amount of water entering the City’s distribution system. The City uses these meters to monitor actual reductions in water use within the service area. Any changes in water production of the wells would prompt the City to evaluate if a water shortage level, defined in the WSCP, is necessary to implement.

8.8 - Revenue and Expenditure Impacts
The following discussion is provided to comply with CWC Section 10632(a)(7). Most operating costs for most water agencies are fixed rather than a function of the amount of water sold. Thus, when conservation programs are undertaken, it is frequently necessary to raise water rates because the revenue generated is based on lower total consumption, while the costs and resulting revenue required are basically fixed. Typically, water rates need to be increased by the percentages listed in Table 8-1 when the indicated stages are implemented. However, reductions in water demands, especially peak demands, can delay the need to develop costly new water sources in growing communities. The City currently charges water customers a flat fee based on meter size, a volumetric charge for water use, and a meter install/retrofit fee for a State Revolving Fund (SRF) loan used to install meters throughout the City.

Currently, the City does not have an emergency fund, but will consider establishing such a fund to mitigate the impacts of a water shortage. The fund would then be used to stabilize water rates during periods of water shortage. Excess water revenues collected because of the shortage rate adjustments would be used to enhance the emergency fund.

8.9 - Resolution or Ordinance
In compliance with CWC Section 10632(a)(8), Ordinances 13.04.210 and 13.04.215 are discussed above. These two ordinances provide a water shortage contingency solution. The Council adopted the 2025 WSCP on June 14, 2026.

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8.10 - Catastrophic Supply Interruption
The following discussion is necessary to comply with CWC Section 10632(a)(3). The UWMP Act refers to catastrophic interruptions as regional power outages, natural disasters, and other disasters that stop the water supply. The City has prepared an Emergency Operations manual, which presents specific actions and procedures to follow during a catastrophic event interrupting either the City’s supplies or outside agency supplies. These procedures include the immediate establishment of an Emergency Operations Center (EOC), which can direct actions to maintain an emergency water supply and announce water reduction orders. In the event of a possible catastrophe (i.e., regional power outage, earthquake, or other), an EOC will be established to:
• Implement Emergency Operations Manual
• Direct actions to maintain the emergency water supply • Announce water reduction order

8.11 - Emergency Response Plan

8.12 - Seismic Risk Assessment and Mitigation Plan
Water Code Section 10632.5.
(a) In addition to the requirements of paragraph (3) of subdivision (a) of Section 10632, beginning January 1, 2020, the plan shall include a seismic risk assessment and mitigation plan to assess the vulnerability of each of the various facilities of a water system and mitigate those vulnerabilities.
(b) An urban water supplier shall update the seismic risk assessment and mitigation plan when updating its urban water management plan as required by Section 10621. (c) An urban water supplier may comply with this section by submitting, pursuant to Section 10644, a copy of the most recent adopted local hazard mitigation plan or multihazard mitigation plan under the federal Disaster Mitigation Act of 2000 (Public Law 106-390) if the local hazard mitigation plan or multihazard mitigation plan addresses seismic risk.

In lieu of conducting their own seismic risk assessment, which can be a lengthy process, suppliers can comply with the CWC requirement by submitting the relevant local hazard mitigation plan or, if available, the multihazard mitigation plan. The City was one of the agencies that was included in the Madera County 2026 Local Hazard Mitigation Plan Update.

The 2026 Madera County Hazard Mitigation Plan Update can be found on the Madera County website and in the county’s libraries.

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SECTION 9 - DEMAND MANAGEMENT MEASURES
CWC 10631(f). Provide a description of the supplier's water demand management measures.

This description shall include all of the following:

CWC 10631(f)(1)(A). For an urban retail water supplier, as defined in Section 10608.12, a narrative description that addresses the nature and extent of each water demand management measure implemented over the past five years. The narrative shall describe the water demand management measures that the supplier plans to implement to achieve its water use targets pursuant to Section 10608.20.

CWC 10631(f)(1)(B). The narrative pursuant to this paragraph shall include descriptions of the following water demand management measures:
(i) Water waste prevention ordinances.
(ii) Metering.
(iii) Conservation pricing.
(iv) Public education and outreach.
(v) Programs to assess and manage distribution system real loss. (vi) Water conservation program coordination and staffing support. (vii) Other demand management measures that have a significant impact on water use as measured in gallons per capita per day, including innovative measures, if implemented.

This section provides a comprehensive description of the water conservation programs that the City has implemented, is currently implementing, and plans to implement in order to meet urban water reduction targets. The City is not a signatory to the Memorandum of Understanding regarding Urban Water Conservation in California and, therefore, is not a member of the California Urban Water Conservation Council. For the purpose of responding to the UWMP Act, the City will address the six Demand Management Measures (DMMs) described in CWC Section 10631(f)(1)(B). Descriptions of the City's DMMs are provided below.

9.1 - Water Waste Prevention Ordinances
As further described in Section 8 – Water Shortage Contingency Planning, the City has adopted two ordinances: Ordinance 13.04.210 (Standard water conservation measures) and Ordinance 13.04.215 (Declaring conservation level). Ordinance 13.04.210 enacts standard conservation measures, such as prohibiting washing of exterior asphalt or concrete areas with potable water; prohibiting the use of potable water for washing cars, boats, and or other vehicles without the use of a quick-acting positive shutoff nozzle and the use of buckets for Demand Management Measures

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washing; and installation or replacement of existing faucets and showerheads with low-flow devices and toilets with ultra-low-flow units.

Ordinance 13.04.215 establishes four conservation levels that may be declared by the City Administrator or, in the City Council's sole discretion, upon any reduction in water supply or delivery that the City Council determines necessitates water conservation. The City Council may determine and order water prohibitions and restrictions commensurate with each level.

9.2 - Metering
In accordance with SB 1229, the City of Chowchilla has required the installation of water meters on all new or replaced services installed since January 1, 1992. The City is fully metered for all large industrial, commercial, multi-family, and landscape water services, and these services are read and billed monthly.

Approximately 100% of the residential connections are metered. Water rates for residential customers are based on average use. The City adopted new water service rates at its June 23, 2020, City Council meeting. The new rate structure was intended to raise sufficient funds to allow the City to replace aging water mains throughout its system, complete Phase 3 of its AMI water meter installation program, install and equip an additional water well, and replace the motor at Well #14.

Conservation pricing promotes water conservation through retail water rate structures that send a signal to customers regarding their water use. An example is enacting penalties for a higher water rate for users who go over a predetermined water budget.

The annual Consumer Confidence Report is mailed each year and posted on the City’s website: Chowchilla, CA | Official Website. The City uses these mailings and its website when necessary to provide customers with additional information on water conservation and other demand management measures. Display cases and bulletin boards at City’s facilities augment the mailings by providing a permanent posting of the most current District mailings.

The City monthly water bill distributed to all water service customers is another vehicle used by the City for public education purposes. The bill presents information regarding comparable previous year water usage so that the public can self-monitor their water demand. The bill also contains a space for public service announcements that are used to remind citizens of conservation and demand management measures.

Since the City is fully metered, the City of Chowchilla currently assesses a flat fee for water and sewer service based on meter size, a commodity rate based on usage, and a meter install/retrofit fee. However, the City plans to encourage water conservation by updating its water and sewer service rate structure to promote water conservation in the near future.

New water and sewer service rates for the City of Chowchilla went into effect in July 2025.

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9.3 - Public Education and Outreach
The following describes the public education and outreach efforts by the City to promote water conservation and other water-related topics.

As discussed in Section 8 – Water Shortage Contingency Planning, the goal for the Level I conservation measures in Ordinance 13.04.215 is to:

Inform the public of the pressing need to conserve water. This can be done through information and education measures, which can directly affect water-use habits of the city's customer base.

The City has always encouraged local educational institutions and civic groups to tour City facilities and has made staff available for guidance and education during tours. The City also encourages local educators to include demand management education in their curriculum where appropriate, and will make materials meeting State education framework requirements and staff time available for this effort whenever possible.

The City distributes public information regarding water issues in two annual mass mailings to all water service customers, through the City's Internet site, directly to walk-in customers at City Hall, and at the Water Division of the Public Services Department. Also, when warranted, time-critical public information is dispersed through the local print media.

Water use regulations and the annual Consumer Confidence Report are typically mailed in March of each year. The City takes advantage of these mailings when necessary to provide customers with additional information on water conservation and other demand management measures. Display cases and bulletin boards at City facilities augment the mailings by providing a permanent posting of the most current City mailings.

The City's monthly water bill distributed to all water service customers is another vehicle used by the City for public education purposes. The bill presents information regarding comparable previous year water usage so that the public can self-monitor their water demand. The bill also contains a space for public service announcements that are used to remind citizens of conservation and demand management measures.

9.4 - Programs to Assess and Manage Distribution System Real Loss The City utilizes specialized equipment for leak detection and has an ongoing program for the detection and repair of its approximately 37 miles of distribution system pipelines. The vendor for the leak detection equipment provides written and video educational materials Demand Management Measures

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as well as classroom instruction on leak detection and location. Many of the City Water Quality and Water Maintenance Division staff have received classroom and field training from the equipment vendor and are fully qualified in acoustical leak-detection practices.

The City's extensive Supervisory Control and Data Acquisition (SCADA) system for the water production and distribution facilities provides significantly enhanced capabilities for accurately determining water production quantities. Approximately all residential connections are metered; therefore, system losses can be accurately determined. Based on groundwater pumping and customer billing data, the amount of unaccounted water averages at about 2.4% of the water produced.

As discussed in Section 4 – Water Use Characterization, the real losses for 2025 are based on groundwater pumping and customer billing data, and the total losses were estimated at 71.3 gallons per minute. Projecting that to a full year resulted in a total loss of approximately

23.79 MG. For the past years losses average at 23.79 MG. As time progresses leaks will be repaired as described above to assess and manage distribution system loss even as the water system continues to expand in order to accommodate future growth.

9.5 - Water Conservation Program and Staffing Support
The following provides a description of the City’s water conservation program and staffing support.

The City's Utility Systems Supervisor has been designated the City of Chowchilla Water Conservation Coordinator. In addition, the division staff supports the coordinator and the water conservation activities of the City and its customers. The Water Conservation Coordinator's responsibilities include:
• Coordination with internal City departments and the community at large to promote the principles of responsible water resource stewardship. • Monitoring the practice and application of DMMs.
• Supervising the activities of the Conservation Water Patrol. • Planning and participating in community water conservation education projects.

Additionally, the City has hired a part-time water enforcement officer who works 18 hours per week, following up on complaints and watching City streets for wasteful watering.

The contact information for the Water Conservation Coordinator is provided below:
(559) 665-8615
[email protected]

9.6 - Other Demand Management Measures That Impact GPCD The following is a list of other DMMs the City is currently employing that affect GPCD.

Demand Management Measures

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9.6.1 - CONSERVATION PROGRAMS FOR COMMERCIAL, INDUSTRIAL, AND INSTITUTIONAL

ACCOUNTS
All of the City's large commercial, industrial, and institutional water customers are metered and billed monthly. Trained City staff is also available to conduct water surveys (audits) for these customers, including review of all interior and exterior water use.

The part-time water enforcement officer has the responsibility to educate commercial and industrial users about the overuse of water for irrigation purposes. The officer can provide a variety of resources to help a commercial or industrial consumer conserve, including staff expertise, written materials, and the City's demonstration water conservation garden.

The City's Wastewater Treatment Division monitors effluent water volume and constituents for treatment purposes, but also views this interaction as an opportunity to promote conservation on the discharge side, thereby indirectly promoting conservation on the consumption side.

All City-maintained median strips and traffic islands that require plantings are landscaped with drought-tolerant plants and are irrigated using low-flow, water-efficient drip irrigation.

The Building Department maintains a list of approved plantings for public right-of-way.

Criteria for inclusion on the list include low water consumption and drought tolerance.

As part of the normal City plan check process, project plans and specifications are reviewed by various divisions within the Public Services Department for conformance with sound water conservation practices and compliance with all codes. Enforceable corrections or modifications are noted and returned with the plans and specifications to the Building Division. The Public Services Department staff member with appropriate expertise communicates non-enforceable recommendations directly to the responsible professional for the project. The project developer is also provided with a copy of the City's approved list of plantings for public right-of-way.

9.6.2 - RESIDENTIAL ULTRA-LOW-FLUSH TOILET REPLACEMENT PROGRAM The City Building Division enforces the provisions of California Plumbing Code Section 402.0 regarding low-flow toilets and urinals in new and remodel construction. The City Public Service Department has occasionally provided citizens with water-displacing devices for toilet tanks as a cost-effective alternative to low-flow retrofit. The City plans to continue this practice as funds allow.

9.7 - Implementation over the Past Five Years
As required by CWC Section 10631(f)(1)(A), the following is a narrative description that addresses the nature and extent of each water DMM implemented:

Demand Management Measures

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• Waste Prevention Ordinances – Ordinances 13.04.210 (Standard water conservation measures) and 13.04.215 (Declaring conservation level) were fully implemented on October 14, 2014, and December 9, 2014, respectively.
• Metering – Metering of all new or replaced services has occurred throughout the past five years. All large industrial, commercial, multi-family, and landscape water services have also been metered over the last five years.
• Conservation Pricing – Conservation pricing has been implemented within the last five years. The City encourages water conservation by updating its water and sewer service rate structure to promote water conservation.
• Public Education and Outreach – Specific requirement to inform the public, as outlined in Ordinance 13.04.215, began when the ordinance was adopted on October 14, 2014. Encouraging local educational institutions and civic groups to learn about water conservation has occurred over the last five years, as well as distributing public information regarding water issues in two annual mass mailings. Also, water use regulations and the annual Consumer Confidence Report mailers have been distributed over the last five years. And as-needed public service announcements have been included in billing over the last five years. • Programs to Assess and Manage Distribution System Real Loss – Leak detection activities and ongoing repair of distribution system pipelines have occurred as needed over the past five years. Additionally, many City Water Quality and Water Maintenance Division staff have received classroom and field training over the past five years.
• Water Conservation Program and Staffing Support – The City has had a named Water Conservation Coordinator for the past five years, and soon the City will hire a parttime water enforcement officer. • Other Demand Management Measures That Impact GPCD
o Conservation Programs for Commercial, Industrial, and Institutional Accounts – Conservation programs described above have occurred over the last five years.

Residential Ultra-Low-Flush Toilet Replacement Program – The City has enforced the provisions of California Plumbing Code Section 402.0 over the past five years

9.8 - Planned Implementation to Achieve Water Use Targets As required by CWC Section 10631(f)(1)(A), the City must describe the DMMs that it plans to implement to achieve its water use targets (see Table 5-1). The City plans to use all DMMs described above, if needed, to achieve its water use targets.

9.9 - Members of the California Urban Water Conservation Council CWC 10631(i). For purposes of this part, urban water suppliers that are members of the California Urban Water Conservation Council shall be deemed in compliance with the requirements of subdivision (f) by complying with all the provisions of the "Memorandum of Understanding Regarding Urban Water Conservation in California," dated December 10, Demand Management Measures

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2008, as it may be amended, and by submitting the annual reports required by Section 6.2 of that memorandum.

The City is not a member of the California Urban Water Conservation Council and therefore, need not comply with this section of the CWC.

UWMP Plan Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation

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SECTION 10 - UWMP PLAN ADOPTION, SUBMITTAL, AND IMPLEMENTATION CWC 10621(b). Every urban water supplier required to prepare a plan pursuant to this part shall, at least 60 days before the public hearing on the plan required by Section 10642, notify any City or county within which the supplier provides water supplies that the urban water supplier will be reviewing the plan and considering amendments or changes to the plan. The urban water supplier may consult with, and obtain comments from, any City or county that receives notice pursuant to this subdivision.

CWC 10621(d). Each urban water supplier shall update and submit its 2025 plan to the department by July 1, 2026.

CWC 10608.26(a). In complying with this part, an urban retail water supplier shall conduct at least one public hearing to accomplish all of the following:
(1) Allow community input regarding the urban retail water supplier's implementation plan for complying with this part.
(2) Consider the economic impacts of the urban retail water supplier's implementation plan for complying with this part.
(3) Adopt a method, pursuant to subdivision (b) of Section 10608.20, for determining its urban water use target.

CWC 10635(b). The urban water supplier shall provide that portion of its urban water management plan prepared pursuant to this article to any City or county within which it provides water supplies no later than 60 days after the submission of its urban water management plan.

CWC 10644(a)(1). An urban water supplier shall submit to the department, the California State Library, and any City or county within which the supplier provides water supplies a copy of its plan no later than 30 days after adoption. Copies of amendments or changes to the plans shall be submitted to the department, the California State Library, and any City or county within which the supplier provides water supplies within 30 days after adoption.

UWMP Plan Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation

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CWC 10644(a)(2). The plan, or amendments to the plan, submitted to the department pursuant to paragraph (1) shall be submitted electronically and shall include any standardized forms, tables, or displays specified by the department.

CWC 10645. Not later than 30 days after filing a copy of its plan with the department, the urban water supplier and the department shall make the plan available for public review during normal business hours.

The City has notified all entities that have land use jurisdiction within its service area that it is reviewing and considering amendments to its 2025 UWMP. The City has served a 60-day notice to these agencies on May 7, 2026, that its 2025 UWMP is under review and may be revised in concurrence with updated land use information, demand projections, and new legislation. This 60-day notice also stated that a public hearing would be held on July 14, 2026 at 4:00 pm at the City of Chowchilla Council Chambers located at 130 South Second Street to receive comments, questions, and suggestions regarding City’s 2025 UWMP, and to address water supply reliability and management by the City for at least the next 20 years.

Copies of the 60-day notices are included in Appendix B. A notice of public hearing was published in the local newspaper, notifying interested parties that the 2025 UWMP was available at the City for review; at the same time, copies of the draft 2025 UWMP were forwarded to the DWR for review. Upon the completion of that review and corrections based thereon, the City Board of Directors will adopt the UWMP.

Table 10-1 provides the cities and counties that received notice.

Table 10-1
Retail: Notification to Cities and Counties
In accordance with CWC Section 10635(b), an urban water supplier shall provide that portion of its urban water management plan prepared pursuant to this article to any city or county within which it provides water supplies no later than 60 days after the submission of UWMP Plan Adoption, Submittal, and Implementation

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its urban water management plan. Since the City is the urban water supplier for itself, this requirement does not apply.

The City held the public hearing at its regularly scheduled City Council meeting on July 14, 2026, in which the following was accomplished:
• Community input was taken regarding the 2025 UWMP.
• The economic impacts of the 2025 UWMP were considered. • Information was provided on the City’s baseline values, water use targets, and implementation plan required per Senate Bill X7-7.

A copy of the signed resolution by the City Council adopting the 2025 UWMP is included in Appendix C. This UWMP includes all information necessary to meet the requirements of California Water Code Division 6, Part 2.6 (Urban Water Management Planning).

The City’s 2025 UWMP will be provided to DWR per CWC Section 10621, both in hardcopy and electronically. In addition, the City’s 2025 UWMP will be provided to the California State Library and the agencies listed in Table 10-1 that have land use jurisdiction within its service area per CWC Section 10644, no later than 30 days following its adoption. Copies of these letters of transmittal are included in Appendix D.

No later than 30 days after filing a copy of the 2025 UWMP with DWR, the City will make a hard copy of its 2025 UWMP available for public review at the City during normal business hours.

References

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SECTION 11 - REFERENCES
California Department of Water Resources. (2016, January 19). California Data Exchange Center. Retrieved from Department of Water Resources: http://cdec.water.ca.gov/cgiprogs/iodir/WSIHIST City of Chowchilla. (2011). City of Chowchilla 2040 General Plan.

City of Chowchilla et al. (2014). Madera Regional Groundwater Management Plan.

Department of Water Resources. (2006). California's Groundwater Bulletin 118: San Joaquin Valley Groundwater Basin Chowchilla Subbasin.

APPENDIX A
URBAN WATER MANAGEMENT PLANNING ACT OF 1983

APPENDIX B
60-DAY NOTICE

APPENDIX C

ADOPTED RESOLUTION

APPENDIX D

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

APPENDIX E

CHECKLIST ARRANGED BY SUBJECT

APPENDIX F

MADERA COUNTY LOCAL HAZARD MITIGATION PLAN

APPENDIX G

CHOWCHILLA SUBBASIN GROUNDWATER SUSTAINABLE PLAN

APPENDIX H

WATER LOSS AUDIT REPORTS

APPENDIX C

ADOPTED RESOLUTION

APPENDIX D

LETTER OF TRANSMITTAL

Water Code
Section
Summary as
Applies to UWMP
Subject
2025
Guidebook
Location
2025
UWMP
Location
(Optional
Column for
Agency
Review
Use)
10608.20(e)
Retail Suppliers
shall provide
baseline daily per
capita water use,
urban water use
target, interim
urban water use
target, and
compliance daily
per capita water
use, along with the
bases for
determining those
estimates,
including
references to
supporting data.

Baselines and
Targets Chapter 5 Section 5
10608.22
Retail Suppliers’
per capita daily
water use reduction
shall be no less
than 5% of
base daily per
capita water use of
the 5-year baseline.

This does not apply
if the suppliers
base GPCD is at or
below 100.

Baselines and
Targets
Section

5.7.2 Section 5
10608.24(a)
Retail Suppliers
shall meet their
water use target by
December 31,
2020.

Baselines and
Targets
Section

5.7 Section 5

10608.24(d)(2)
If the retail supplier
adjusts its
compliance GPCD
using weather
normalization,
economic
adjustment, or
extraordinary
events, it shall
provide the basis
for, and data
supporting the
adjustment.

Baselines and
Targets
Sections

5.2 and

5.5.7 Section 5
10608.36
Wholesale
suppliers shall
include an
assessment of
present and
proposed future
measures,
programs, and
policies to help
their retail water
suppliers achieve
targeted water use
reductions.

Baselines and
Targets
Section

5.1 N/A
10608.4
Retail Suppliers
shall report on their
progress in
meeting their water
use targets. The
data shall be
reported using a
standardized form.

Baselines and
Targets
Section

5.8 and App E
Section 5
10631(e)(1)
Retail Suppliers
shall provide a
description of the
nature and extent
of each demand
management
measure
implemented over
the past five years.

Demand
Management
Measures
Sections

9.2 and

9.3 Section 9.2 and 9.3

10631(e)(2)
Wholesale
suppliers shall
describe specific
demand
management
measures listed in
code, their
distribution system
asset management
program, and
supplier assistance
program.

Demand
Management
Measures
Sections

9.1 and

9.3 N/A
10608.26(a)
Retail Suppliers
shall conduct a
public hearing to
discuss adoption,
implementation,
and economic
impact of water use
targets.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Chapter
10 Section 10
10621(b)
Notify, at least 60
days prior to the
public hearing, any
city or county
within
which the supplier
provides water that
the urban water
supplier will be
reviewing the plan
and considering
amendments or
changes to the
plan.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.2.1 Section D; Appendix C
10621(f)
Each urban water
supplier shall
update and submit
its 2020 plan to the
department by July
1, 2021.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Sections

10.3.1 and

10.4 Section 10

10635(c)
Provide supporting
documentation that
Water Shortage
Contingency Plan
has been, or will
be, provided to any
city or county
within
which it provides
water, no later than
60days after the
submission of the
plan to DWR.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Sections

8.12, 10.4 Section 10
10642
Provide supporting
documentation that
the urban water
supplier made the
plan and
contingency plan
available for public
inspection,
published notice of
the public hearing,
and held a public
hearing about the
plan and
contingency plan.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Sections

10.2.2,

10.3, and

10.5 Section 10
10642
The water supplier
is to provide the
time and place of
the hearing to any
city or county
within
which the supplier
provides water.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.2 Section 10
10642
Provide supporting
documentation that
the plan and
contingency plan
has been adopted
as prepared or
modified.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.3.1 Section 10; Appendix D

10644(a)
Provide supporting
documentation that
the urban water
supplier has
submitted this
UWMP to the
California State
Library.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.5 Section 10; Appendix E
10644(a)(1)
Provide supporting
documentation that
the urban water
supplier has
submitted this
UWMP to any city
or county within
which the supplier
provides water no
later than 30 days
after adoption.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.5 Section 10; Appendix E
10644(a)(2)
The plan, or
amendments to the
plan, submitted to
the department
shall be submitted
electronically.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Sections

10.4.1 and

10.4.2 Section 10
10645(a)
Provide supporting
documentation
that, not later than
30 days after filing
a copy of its plan
with the
department, the
supplier has or will
make the plan
available for public
review during
normal business
hours.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.5 Section 10

10645(b)
Provide supporting
documentation
that, not later than
30 days after filing
a copy of its water
shortage
contingency plan
with the
department, the
supplier has or will
make the plan
available for public
review during
normal business
hours.

Plan Adoption,
Submittal, and
Implementation
Section

10.5 Section 10
10620(b)
Every person that
becomes an urban
water supplier shall
adopt an urban
water management
plan within one
year after it has
become an urban
water supplier.

Plan
Preparation
Section

2.1 Section 2.1; Appendix D
10620(d)(2)
Coordinate the
preparation of its
plan with other
appropriate
agencies in the
area, including
other water
suppliers that share
a common source,
water management
agencies, and
relevant public
agencies, to the
extent practicable.

Plan
Preparation
Section

2.5.2 Section 2.5; Section 10;
Appendix C

10642
Provide supporting
documentation that
the water supplier
has encouraged
active involvement
of diverse social,
cultural, and
economic elements
of the population
within the service
area prior to and
during the
preparation of the
plan and
contingency plan.

Plan
Preparation
Section

2.6 Section 2.5; Section 10;
Appendix C
10630.5
Each plan shall
include a simple
description of the
supplier’s plan
including water
availability, future
requirements, a
strategy for
meeting needs,
and other pertinent
information.

Summary Chapter 1 Chapter 1
10631(a)
Describe the water
supplier service
area.

System
Description
Section

3.1 Section 3.1
10631(a)
Describe the
climate of the
service area of the
supplier.

System
Description
Section

3.3 Section 3.3
10631(a)
Provide population
projections for
2025, 2030, 2035,
2040 and optionally
2045.

System
Description
Section

3.4 Section 3.4

10631(a)
Describe other
social, economic,
and demographic
factors affecting the
supplier’s water
management
planning.

System
Description
Section

3.4 Section 3.5
10631(a)
Describe the land
uses within the
service area.

System
Description
Section

3.5 Section 3
10631(a) Indicate the current
population of the
service area.

System
Description
and Baselines
and Targets
Sections

3.4 and

5.4 Section 3.4
10631(b)
Identify and
quantify the
existing and
planned sources of
water available for
2020, 2025, 2030,
2035, 2040 and
optionally 2045.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2.8 Section 6
10631(b)
Indicate whether
groundwater is an
existing or planned
source of water
available to the
supplier.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2 Section 6
10631(b)(1)
Provide a
discussion of
anticipated supply
availability under a
normal, single dry
year, and a drought
lasting five years,
as well as more
frequent and
System
Supplies
Section

6.2 Section 6.2
severe periods of
drought.

10631(b)(2)
When multiple
sources of water
supply are
identified, describe
the management of
each supply in
relationship to
other identified
supplies.

System
Supplies
Section

6.1 Section 6
10631(b)(3)
Describe measures
taken to acquire
and develop
planned sources of
water.

System
Supplies
Section

6.1 Section 6
10631(b)(4)(A)
Indicate whether a
groundwater
sustainability plan
or groundwater
management plan
has been adopted
by the water
supplier or if there
is any other
specific
authorization for
groundwater
management.

Include a copy of
System
Supplies
Section

6.2.2 Section 6.2
the plan or
authorization.
10631(b)(4)(B) Describe the
groundwater basin.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2.2 Section 6.2
10631(b)(4)(B)
Indicate if the basin
has been
adjudicated and
include a copy of
the court order or
decree and a
description of the
amount of water
the supplier has the
legal right to pump.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2.2 N/A

10631(b)(4)(B)
For unadjudicated
basins, indicate
whether or not the
department has
identified the basin
as a high or
medium priority.

Describe efforts by
the supplier to
coordinate with
sustainability or
groundwater
agencies to
achieve
sustainable
groundwater
conditions.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2.3 Section 6.2
10631(b)(4)(C)
Provide a detailed
description and
analysis of the
location, amount,
and sufficiency of
groundwater
pumped by the
urban water
supplier for the
past five years
System
Supplies
Section

6.2.4 Section 6.2
10631(b)(4)(D)
Provide a detailed
description and
analysis of the
amount and
location of
groundwater that is
projected to be
pumped.

System
Supplies
Section

6.2 Section 6.2
10631(c)
Describe the
opportunities for
exchanges or
transfers of water
on a short-term or
long-term basis.

System
Supplies
Section

6.7 Section 6.7

10631(f)
Describe the
expected future
water supply
projects and
programs that may
be undertaken by
the water supplier
to address water
supply reliability in
average, single-dry,
and for a
period of drought
lasting 5
consecutive water
years.

System
Supplies
Section

6.8 Section 6.8
10631(g)
Describe
desalinated water
project
opportunities for
long-term supply.

System
Supplies
Section

6.6 Section 6.6
10631(h)
Retail Suppliers will
include
documentation that
they have provided
their wholesale
supplier(s) - if any -
with water use
projections from
that source.

System
Supplies
Section

2.5.1 N/A

10631(h)
Wholesale
suppliers will
include
documentation that
they have provided
their urban water
suppliers with
identification and
quantification of
the
existing and
planned sources of
water available
from the wholesale
to the urban
supplier during
various water year
types.

System
Supplies
Section

2.5.1 N/A
10633(b)
Describe the
quantity of treated
wastewater that
meets recycled
water standards, is
being discharged,
and is otherwise
available for use in
a recycled water
project.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 Section 6.5
10633(c)
Describe the
recycled water
currently being
used in the
supplier's service
area.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 N/A
10633(d)
Describe and
quantify the
potential uses of
recycled water and
provide a
determination of
the technical and
economic feasibility
of those uses.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 N/A

10633(e)
Describe the
projected use of
recycled water
within the
supplier's
service area at the
end of 5, 10, 15,
and 20 years, and
a description of the
actual use of
recycled water in
comparison to uses
previously
projected.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 N/A
10633(f)
Describe the
actions which may
be taken to
encourage the use
of recycled water
and the projected
results of these
actions in terms of
acre-feet of
recycled water
used per year.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 Section 6.5
10633(g)
Provide a plan for
optimizing the use
of recycled water in
the supplier's
service area.

System
Supplies
(Recycled
Water)
Section

6.2 Section 6.5
10631(d)(1)
Quantify past,
current, and
projected water
use, identifying the
uses among water
use sectors.

System Water
Use
Section

4.2 Section 4.2
10631(d)(3)(A)
Report the
distribution system
water loss for
each of the 5 years
preceding the plan
update.

System Water
Use
Section

4.3 Section 4.3

10631(d)(3)(C)
Retail Suppliers
shall provide data
to show the
distribution loss
standards were
met.

System Water
Use
Section

4.2 Section 4.3
10631.1(a)
Include projected
water use needed
for lower income
housing projected
in the service area
of the supplier.

System Water
Use
Section

4.5 Section 4.5
10632(a)
Provide a water
shortage
contingency plan
(WSCP) with
specified elements
below.

Water
Shortage
Contingency
Planning
Chapter 8 Section 8
10632(a)(2)(A)
Provide the written
decision-making
process and other
methods that the
supplier will use
each year to
determine its water
reliability.