Agenda — Corning City Council, August 26, 2025

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ORNING

CITY OF CORNING

CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, AUGUST 26, 2025

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
This is an Equal Opportunity Program. Discrimination is prohibited by Federal Law. Complaints of discrimination may be filed with the Secretary of Agriculture, Washington, D.C. 20250.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and Title VI. If you need special assistance or translation services to participate in this meeting, please contact the City Clerk's Office at (530) 824-7033 or via email at [email protected]. Notification in advance of the meeting will enable the city to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting.

A. CALL TO ORDER: 5:30 p.m.

B. ROLL CALL:

Council: Dave Demo, Chuy Valerio, Shelly Hargens, and Lisa Lomeli Mayor: Robert Snow
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the City Manager.

D. INVOCATION: Led by Councilor Hargens.

E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS:

1. Proclamation: August 21, 2025, World Senior Citizen Day. Present to accept are members of the Senior Center Board and members of the Corning Senior Center.

F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR: If there is anyone in the audience wishing to speak on items not already set on the agenda, please come to the podium, and briefly identify the matter. To ensure that all members of the public have an equal opportunity to address the City Council, public comments during the designated comment period will be limited to three (3) minutes per speaker. Council will then determine if such matter will be placed on the agenda for this meeting, scheduled for a subsequent meeting, or recommend other appropriate action.

G. CONSENT AGENDA: It is recommended that items listed on the Consent Agenda be acted on simultaneously unless a Councilmember or members of the audience request separate discussion and/or action.

1. Waive reading, except by title, of any Ordinance under consideration at this meeting for either introduction or passage, per Government Code Section 36934.

2. Waive the reading and approve the Minutes for the August 12, 2025, Regular City Council meeting.

3. August 21, 2025, Claim Warrant in the amount of $ 111,590.22.

4. August 21, 2025, Business License Report
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:

I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS: None

THE CITY OF CORNING IS AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY PROVIDER AND EMPLOYER J. REGULAR AGENDA:

1. Approve the letter of support for the Tehama County Transportation Commission's application to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Innovative Finance and Asset Concession

2. Authorization to expend $34,776.35 from Fire Capital Replacement fund and waive bid process to replace water pump and motor on Fire Engine 9

3. Award bid for the Toomes Avenue Waterline Infill Project to Lamb Unlimited in the amount of $434,094.00 and authorize staff to execute contract.

4. Award bid for the City of Corning Well Project to Well Industries in the amount of $995, 190.00 and authorize staff to execute the contract.

K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR:

L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION: None M. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS: City Councilmembers will report on attendance at conferences/meetings reimbursed at City expense (Requirement of Assembly Bill 1234).

N. ADJOURNMENT:

Posted: Friday, August 22, 2025

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WORLD SENIOR CITIZENS DAY
AUGUST 21, 2025
WHEREAS, World Senior Citizens Day is celebrated on August 21, 2025, with the neme "Empowering Elderly Voices for an Inclusive Future," highlighting the importanc f ensuring that senior citizens have a voice in shaping society's development; an WHEREAS, World Senior Citizens Day was first established in the United States in 1988, when then U.S. President Ronald Reagan signed Proclamation 5847, declaring August 21 as National Senior Citizens Day to honor older Americans, their achievements, and their ongoing contributions to family, community, and country; and WHEREAS, this observance serves as a reminder to appreciate the wisdom, service, and accomplishments of senior citizens, while also raising awareness about the challenges they face and promoting opportunities for seniors to live with dignity, independence, and respect; and
WHEREAS, senior citizens in the City of Corning continue to enrich our community through their leadership, volunteerism, experience, and commitment to strengthening intergenerational bonds, fostering unity, and inspiring future generations; and WHEREAS, the celebration of World Senior Citizens Day promotes intergenerational solidarity and reminds us of our shared responsibility to ensure that our seniors are valued, included, and empowered to continue shaping the future; NOW, THEREFORE, I, Robert Snow, Mayor of the City of Corning, do hereby proclaim August 21, 2025, as World Senior Citizens Day in the City of Corning, and I call upon all residents to join in honoring the contributions of our seniors, supporting their well- being, and celebrating their vital role in our community.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, I have
hereunto set my hand and caused the
Seal of the City of Corning to be affixed
this 26th day of August 2025.

Robert Snow, Mayor
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
Item No. G-2

CITY OF

CORNING

CITY OF CORNING

CITY COUNCIL

CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:

The meeting was called to order at 5:00pm by Mayor Snow.

B. ROLL CALL:

Councilmembers present:

Mayor Snow
Shelly Hargens
Lisa Lomeli
Dave Demo

Absent: Jose "Chuy" Valerio
Staff present: City Manager Brant Mesker
City Attorney Collin Bogener
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No audience. No comments.

D. REGULAR AGENDA:

1. Conference with Real Property Negotiations (54956.8) Property: APN 067-260-077-000
Agency Negotiator: City Manager Brant Mesker
Under Negotiation: Lease
E. ADJOURN TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:

The closed session ended at 5:12pm. Mayor Snow stated there were no reportable actions.

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CITY OF

CORNING

CITY OF CORNING

CITY COUNCIL

REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, AUGUST 12, 2025

CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:

The meeting was called to order at 5:30pm by Mayor Snow.

B. ROLL CALL:

Councilmembers present:

Shelly Hargens
Lisa Lomeli
Dave Demo
Jose "Chuy" Valerio
Mayor- Robert Snow

Absent:

Staff present: City Manager-Brant Mesker
City Attorney- Collin Bogener
Preced to an a Sumi
Building of Craig Bassett
Benjamin Mierzwak
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the City Manager.

D. INVOCATION: Led by Councilor Hargens.

E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS:

1. Proclamation: National Volunteer Firefighters Recognition Day-August 18th. Present to accept i he Fire Chief and members of the Corning Volunteer Fire Department Proclamation was read by City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz. Mayor Snow thanked the volunteers for their commitment to the community.

F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:

Opened public comment at 5:36pm
Mayra Monarch, a Shasta County resident, spoke to Council requesting them to consider a Caste Equity Resolution. She feels discrimination is a growing civil rights issue, and this Resolution would condemn Caste based discrimination. She is working with Doctor Promila Dhanuka on this matter.

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City Manager, Brant Mesker announced staff did the pre bid walk for the Recreation Center Plaza and Recreation Center.

Closed public comments at 5:38pm
Re opened public comments at 5:39pm
Fire Chief, Tom Tomlinson reminded everyone of the Battle of the Badges Blood Drive being held at the Corning Volunteer Fire Department on August 16th from 9am to 2pm.

Councilwoman Lomeli thanked the Corning Volunteer Firefighters for preparing the food at the Senior Sunrise Breaktast event for the Corning High School seniors.

Closed public comments at 5:40pm
Mayor Snow re opened public comment at 5:57pm.

Christina Meeds announced that the next Tuesday Night Market's theme is Hometown Heroes. There will be local agencies attending. Corning PD will have a K9 demo and the CVFD will do water polo.

Closed public comments at 6:01pm
G. CONSENT AGENDA: It is recommended that items listed on the Consent Agenda be acted on simultaneously unless a Councilmember or members of the audience request separate discussion and/or action.

1. Waive reading, except by title, of any Ordinance under consideration at this meeting for either introduction or passage, per Government Code Section 36934.

2. Waive the reading and approve the Minutes for the following:
a) July 22, 2025 Closed City Council Session meeting
b) July 22, 2025 Special City Council meeting
C) July 22, 2025 Regular City Council meeting
d) July 30, 2025 Special City Council meeting

3. August 7, 2025, Claim Warrant in the amount of $ 398,842.49

4. August 7, 2025, Business License Report

5. July 2025 Treasurer's Report

6. July 2025 Wages & Salaries: $496,089.84

7. July 2025 Building Permit Valuation Report in the amount of $302,724

8. July 2025 City of Corning Wastewater Operations Summary Report.

9. Consider waiver of Special Event Permit fee for the Corning Candlelight Walk to be held on October 8,2025.

Councilor Valerio moved to approve consent items 1-9; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion.

Ayes: Snow, Demo, Lomeli, Valerio, and Hargens

Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: None
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS:

1. Consider adoption of resolution of necessity to authorize acquisition of easement over private property through eminent domain for the purpose of connecting utilities (Requires 4/5'h vote).

Presented by City Attorney, Collin Bogener. The City of Corning is holding a public hearing to consider adopting a Resolution of Necessity to acquire an underground utility easement across property at the north west corner of 3524 South Highway 99W, owned by TravelCenters of America, through eminent domain. The easement is essential for extending public utilities to the west side of Interstate 5, a step deemed critical for future development. The City has made a formal purchase offer based on an appraisal, but the property owner has not responded. The proposed easement location minimizes private

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impact by allowing continued surface use, and environmental review has found no significant impacts. Approval requires a four-fifths vote of the City Council. The property owner was not present at the meeting.

Opened the public hearing at 5:43pm and closed it at 5:43pm with no comments from the audience.

Councilor Demo moved to adopt the Resolution of Necessity to authorize acquisition of ar easement over private property identified as APN 087-090-042 through eminent domain for the purposes of extending utilities to the west side of Interstate 5; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.

Ayes: Snow, Demo, Lomeli, Valerio, and Hargens

Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
J. REGULAR AGENDA:

1. Approval of grant funds to be used to repaint utility boxes on Solano Street.

Presented by Recreation Coordinator, Chrissy Meeds. The City of Corning has received a $500 grant from the Tehama County Arts Council to fund the painting of utility boxes along Solano Street. Local artists will be invited to submit proposals, continuing the City's Public Art Program and refreshing faded artwork on the boxes.

Councilor Hargens moved to accept the $500 art grant and approval of the painting of utility boxes to be paid for with the grant funds received from the Tehama County Arts Council 2025 Community Grant; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.

Ayes: Snow, Demo, Lomeli, Valerio, and Hargens

Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote

2. Authorize staff to execute the renewal lease with State Lands Commission for the outfall and bank protection at the Sacramento River.

Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. The City of Corning seeks approval to enter a 20-year renewal lease with the California State Lands Commission for continued use of State-owned land along the Sacramento River, supporting the wastewater treatment plant's outfall pipeline and bank protection. The agreement consolidates two existing leases into one, with no changes to current facilities or operations.

Councilor Demo moved to authorize the City Manager to execute the renewal lease with the State Land Commission for the outfall and bank protection at the Sacramento River; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion.

Ayes: Snow, Demo, Lomeli, Valerio, and Hargens

Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote

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3. Authorize the purchase of a backhoe for the Public Works Department in the amount of $174,624.89
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. The City allocated $175,000 in the FY 2025/26 budget to replace an aging Public Works backhoe. Staff recommends purchasing the new backhoe from N&s Tractor through sole-source procurement due to affordability and service quality, waiving the bid process per City policy. The $174,624.89 cost will be funded from the Public Works Capital Replacement Fund, with proceeds from selling the old equipment returned to the same fund.

Councilor Demo moved that City Council determines that this purchase is exempt from the city's purchasing policy per section 3.12.082 a-6 of the Corning Municipal Code; and authorize the purchase of a new backhoe from N&S tractor in the amount of $174,624.89; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.

Ayes: Snow, Demo, Lomeli, Valerio, and Hargens

Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR: None
L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION: None M. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS:

Demo: Attended a TCTC Meeting. Attended the Senior Center Meeting. They will be hosting the Corning in the Morning networking event. The Senior Center also hired an activities director.

Lomeli: No meetings.

Valerio: The Chamber of Commerce meeting was rescheduled. Also mentioned the Corning in the Morning event to bring your business card and talk to other business owners.

Hargens: The Tehama County Landfill meeting was cancelled Snow: No meetings but did attend town hall meeting.

N. ADJOURNMENI: 6:04pm
Attest:

City Clerk, Rubi Ordaz -

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CITY OI

CORNINC

MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & COUNCIL
FROM: Lori Sims
Accounting Technician
DATE: August 21, 2025
SUBJECT: CASH DISBURSEMENT DETAIL REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING:

Tuesday, August 26, 2025

PROPOSED CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR YOUR APPROVAL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:

A. Cash Disbursements Ending 08-21-2025 $111,590.22
GRAND TOTAL $111,590.22
Thue: 09:44 CITY OF CORNING PAGE:
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Check Listing for 08-25 thru 08-25 CTL.: COR
Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice Description
-_--. ......
039580 08/18/25 TEH08 COUNTY OF TEHAMA -60.00 07232025u CK# 039580 Reversed 039653 08/12/25 ADPOO ADP, INC. 554.68 697573422 PROF SVCS-FINANCE 039654 08/12/25 AMA02 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 1368.03 144Y-G7KQ CHARGE ACCT PURCHASES- 039655 08/12/25 ATT17 AT&T 107.00 250731 COMMUNICATIONS-FIRE 039656 08/12/25 CAL07 CA RURAL WATER ASSOC. 1432.00 250901 RBO/PERMITS STATE-WTR 039657 08/12/25 CAR12 CARREL'S OFFICE SOLUTIONS 23.64 AR77064 MAT & SUPPLIES-LIBRARY 039658 08/12/25 COR12 CORNING FORD MERCURY, INC 28.18 65056 VBH OP/MAINT-POLICE 039659 08/12/25 DEV01 DEVBLOPMENT COMPLIANCE SO 1300.00 25-110 PROF SVCS-BLD & SAFETY (8/4/25-8/10/25) 039660 08/12/25 FEROZ FERGUSON WATERWORKS #1423 8098.49 1901844 HYDRANT INSTALL-WTR CAP IMPROV 039661 08/12/25 FIR13 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 2771.46 07292025 CREDIT CARD CHARGES- 039662 08/12/25 HOL04 HOLIDAY MARKET #32 30.79 003202586 CONE/MTGS- PW ADMIN 039663 08/12/25 JMB01 JMB OIL COMPANY 338.57 265524 VBH OP/MAINT- 265525 VBH OP/MAINT-

93.31 265566 VBH OP/MAINT-
Check Total....: 1564.45
039664 08/12/25 LUMOO LUMINACE AGGREGATOR LLC 15448.22 257218 ELBCT- 039665 08/12/25 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 0227.2 84439 rOOMES/LOLETA-STR PROJECT:
228.0 84440 SCDRP, WELL-WTR CAP IMPROT
Check Total.......: 23455.20
039666 08/12/25 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, 239.30 252805796 PROF SVCS-WTR DEPT 039667 08/12/25 PGE01 PG&E 622.41 250808 BLECT-
039668 08/12/25 PGE04 PG&E 58.60 250826 TranapFacility- 039669 08/12/25 PGEOS PG&E 56.04 250806 FIRE -BLBCT & GAS 039670 08/12/25 REDOO RED BLUFF DAILY NEWS 149.58 1449988 PROF SVCS-PW ADMIN 039671 08/12/25 RES04 RESERVE ACCOUNT 3000.00 250807 COMMUNICATIONS- 039672 08/12/25 soU06 SOUTH AVENUE ACE 1736.91 250727 MAT & SUPPLIES- 039673 08/12/25 USB04 U.S. BANK 3300.00 7729571 DEBT SBRV- 039674 08/12/25 FIR11 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 1720.14 250729 CREDIT CARD CHARGES- 039675 08/12/25 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 4913.75 84438 PROF SVCS- 039676 08/15/25 CESOO CES ELECTRIC, INC. 946.31 115394 BLD MAINT-RODGERS THEATRE 039677 08/15/25 coM06 COMCAST 13.25 250809 COMMUNICATIONS-PW ADMIN 039678 08/15/25 COR11 CORNING SAFE & LOCK 12.93 1092 BLD MAINT-TRANS FAC 039679 08/15/25 EMB02 EMERGENCY VEHTCLE OUTRIT • 1192.20 8372 VEN OP/HAINT-POLICE 8403
Check Total..: 2260.50
039680 08/15/25 HEROB HERITAGE INSURANCE AGENCY 2400.00 595372 GEN INS-GEN CITY 039681 08/15/25 KNI00 KNIFE RIVER CONSTRUCTION 708.61 320947 A/C CITYWIDE-STR 039682 08/15/25 MOO07 MOORE & BOGENER, INC. 6952.25 16449 IGL SVCS- 039683 08/15/25 PGE2B PG&E 475.49 8424327-8 SOLAR-WWTP
039684 08/15/25 PIT01 PITNEY BOWES 186.29 310734158 RENT/LEASES-FINANCE 039685 08/15/25 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 17.58 45230554 OFFICE SUPPLIES-FINANC

10.53 45234788 AT & SUPPLIES-CITY COUNCI:

Check Total..........: 28.11
039686 08/15/25 SCPOO SCP DISTRIBUTORS LLC 4875.87 SN137902 MAT & SUPPLIES-POOL -920.00 SN138017C MAT & SUPPLIES-POOL
2160.43 SN138297 MAT & SUPPLIES-WTR
-906.00 SN138404C MAT & SUPPLIES-WTR
Check Total.......: T522030
039687 08/15/25 TPX00 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 1128.79 186542338 COMMUNICATIONS- 039688 08/15/25 VER02 VERIZON WIRBLESS 228.06 611995196 PROP 30-MDC 039689 08/18/25 AMB06 AMERICAN RIVER COLLEGE 131.00 20250818 TRAINING/BD-POLICE REPORT.: Aug 21 25 Thursday CITY OF CORNING PAGE:

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Run By.: LORI SIM Check Listing for 08-25 thru 08-25 Cot Di seru er 002511 Re Account. : 1020 CTL.:

Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
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039690 08/18/25 BARo8 BARRY, MARCUS 202508181 TRAINING/ED-POLIC 039691 08/18/25 DEPO3 DEPT OF TRANS/CAL TRANS 513.29 26000852 Equip. Maint. St&TrE Light 039692 08/18/25 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, 208-30 252805989 OF SVCS-WTR DE 252805990 OF SVCS-WTR DE
Check Total.. 344.30
039693 08/18/25 PGE01 PG&B 417.33 250813 BLBCT-
039694 08/18/25 PGE09 PG&E 234.55 250813 BLBCT-STONBROX LáL-Z1, D2 039695 08/18/25 PGEZA PG&E 55.48 250813 BLECT-BLUE BRON CT 039696 08/18/25 RED21 RED HAT FIRE PROTECTION 250.00 RH6245 BLD MAINT-BLD MAINT 039697 08/18/25 SUN01 SUNRISE ENVIRONMENTAL 76.59 155572 BLD MAINT-FIRE 039698 08/18/25 TBH08 COUNTY OF TEHAMA 40.00 07232025A PROF SVCS-WTR 039699 08/18/25 TIM04 TIMECLOCK PLUS 972.00 00435157 PROF SVCS-FINANCE 039700 08/19/25 ATT13 AT&T 723.18 250811 COMMUNICATIONS-DISPATCH 039701 08/19/25 COA06 COAR DESIGN GROUP 3210.00 22953 PROP 68 PRE CONS-CITY PLAZA & REC CENTER 039702 08/19/25 KNIOO KNIFE RIVER CONSTRUCTION 714.24 321137 A/C CITYWIDE-STR 039703 08/19/25 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 26.28 45311046 OPPICE SUPPLIES-FINANCE 039704 08/19/25 TRA09 TRANSUNION RISK & ALTERNA 531.00 202507-1 PROP SVCS-DISPATCH 039705 08/19/25 USA01 USA BLUE BOOK 1783.65 00800241 MAT & SUPPLIES-WTR 039706 08/19/25 WEL06 WELLS FARGO VENDOR FINANC 1658.90 503545819 BQUIP MAINT- 039707 08/21/25 SHN00 SHN CONSULTING ENGINEERS 717.50 125550 PROF SVCS-PLANNING 307.51 125817 PROF SVCS-PLANNING
3180.00 126650 PROF SVCS-PLANNING
-213.75 126261AC PROF SVCS-PLANNING
Check Total...: 3991.25
039708 08/21/25 STA22 STATE LANDS COMMISSION, .....2883.82 B46912 PROF SVCS-WWTP Cash Account Total......: 111590.22
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Item No.: G-4
Date. 3:40 a, 2025 NEW BUSINESS REY COUNCIL
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Business Name Address CITY/STATB/ZIP Business Desc Bus Start Date A AN IT 908 COLONGIA AVE SOLANO ST CORNING, CA 9602: FOOD TRUCK 08/20/25 FOXTAIL FARM COME A 30021
SHING CA 6023 CA 96088
REAPER KINGS AUTOMOT 1850 EXECUTIVE DRIVE
ITEM NO.: J-1

APPROVE THE LETTER OF

SUPPORT FOR THE TEHAMA

COUNTY TRANSPORTATION

COMMISSION'S APPLICATION TO
THE U.S. DEPARTMENT OF

TRANSPORTATION'S INNOVATIVE

FINANCE AND ASSET CONCESSION
August 26, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER QU
BACKGROUND:

The Tehama County Transportation Commission is preparing an application for a Technical Assistance award through the U.S. Department of Transportation's IFAC Program. The funding would support planning and feasibility studies for the Tehama County Eco-Tourism & Mobility Corridor, a regional initiative aimed at connecting natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational assets through improved transportation and public-private partnerships (P3s).

SUMMARY:

The proposed planning effort will:
• Conduct a countywide asset scan and market assessment. • Identify strategic transportation and tourism investments linking key destinations such as the Sacramento River corridor, Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, Lassen gateway, and historic downtown districts.
• Perform financial and value-for-money analyses to evaluate potential P3 opportunities.
› Develop a corridor integration plan promoting sustainable mobility and environmental stewardship.

Supporting this grant application aligns with the City of Corning's goals of enhancing ural tourism, expanding transportation access, attracting private investment, anc romoting environmentally responsible development. The project has the potential to drive rural economic growth, create jobs, and strengthen the region's tourism and hospitality sectors.

ATTACHMENT
Letter of Support - Tehama County Eco-Tourism & Mobility Corridor IFAC Application RECOMMENDATION:

APPROVE THE ATTACHED LETTER OF SUPPORT FOR THE TEHAMA COUNTY TRANSPORTATION COMMISSION'S APPLICATION TO THE U.S. DEPARTMENT

OF TRANSPORTATION'S INNOVATIVE FINANCE AND ASSET CONCESSION (IFAC) PROGRAM FOR TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE FUNDING TO PLAN AND EVALUATE THE TEHAMA COUNTY ECO-TOURISM & MOBILITY CORRIDOR.

CITY OF

CORNING
City of Corning
794 Third St. Corning, CA 96021 (530) 824-7029

HOME OF THE QUEEN OLIVE
August 26, 2025
USDOT Innovative Finance and Asset Concession (IFAC) Program U.S. Department of Transportation
RE: Tehama County Eco-Tourism & Mobility Corridor Technical Assistance Grant To Whom It May Concern:

On behalf of the City Council of the City of Corning, I am pleased to offer our support for Tehama County Transportation Commission's application to the U.S. Department of Transportation's Innovative Finance and Asset Concession (IFAC) Program for Technical Assistance funding.

The proposed Tehama County Eco-Tourism & Mobility Corridor project will identify and prepare opportunities for public-private partnerships (P3s) that connect our region's natural, cultural, agricultural, and recreational assets with improved transportation access. The scope includes a county-wide asset scan, market and financial analysis, value-for-money assessment, and a corridor integration plan, all guiding strategic investments in rural tourism and sustainable mobility.

The City of Corning values this initiative for its potential to:
• Drive rural economic growth and job creation in tourism, hospitality, and recreation. • Improve transportation links to destinations such as the Sacramento River corridor, Woodson Bridge State Recreation Area, Lassen Volcanic National Park gateway, and historic downtown districts.
• Attract private investment to upgrade public facilities while safeguarding the public interest.
• Promote environmental stewardship through habitat restoration, visitor management, and low-emission travel options.

We endorse The Tehama County Transportation Commission's pursuit of this IFAC Technical Assistance award and look forward to contributing to a project with lasting economic, cultural, and environmental benefits for our community and region.

Sincerely,
Robert Snow
Mayor
BUILDING 824-7027 • PLANNING 824-7036 • CITY MANAGER 824-7034 • CITY CLERK 824-7033 • FINANCE 824-7020 PUBLIC WORKS 824-7025 • POLICE DEPARTMENT 824-7000 • FIRE DEPARTMENT 824-7044 ITEM NO.: J-2

AUTHORIZATION TO EXPEND
$34,776.35 FROM FIRE CAPITAL

REPLACEMENT FUND AND WAIVE

BID PROCESS TO REPLACE WATER
PUMP AND MOTOR ON ENGINE 9
August 26, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBER
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER T

TOM TOMLINSON, FIRE CHIEF OM
BACKGROUND:

Engine 9 is a Type 6 grass and brush engine. The unit is a 1997 Ford Super Duty Power Stroke with approximately 15,000 miles and remains in excellent condition. This engine is a vital component of the City's fire fleet, responding to all grass and brush fires. Its maneuverability and lighter weight allow it to access areas that larger engines cannot, making it essential for protecting the City's open spaces.

SUMMARY:

The diesel water pump, which is plumbed directly to the vehicle's fuel tanks, requires replacement along with the pump motor. Staff researched the possibility of replacing the system with a gasoline pump, which would reduce the cost by approximately $4,000.

However, such a change would require significant retooling to fit the space, making it impractical.

Approval of this request will ensure that Engine 9 remains fully operational and reliable for responding to grass and brush fires, thereby maintaining the City's ability to protect its open spaces. Waiving the bid process under the City's Purchasing Policy will allow stat to etticiently secure the necessary equipment to meet the City's operational needs FISCAL IMPACT:

The total cost for replacement of the water pump and motor is $34,776.35. This is an unanticipated expense that exceeds the budgeted amount for the fiscal year. Staff is requesting to transfer $35,000 from fund 076-Fire Capital Replacement Fund to equipment replacement (076-9301-2301).

RECOMMENDATION:

MUNICIPAL CODE
• MAKE THE REQUIRED BUDGET APPROPRIATIONS FOR THE PURCHASE OF

THE DIESEL WATER PUMP AND MOTOR
• AUTHORIZE THE PURCHASE AND INSTALLATION OF THE DIESEL WATE

UMP AND MOTOR FROM M&M TRUCK REPAIR IN THE AMOUNT O
$34,776.35.

M & M TRUCK REPAIR
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REDDING, CA 96002
530-356-3510
Mailing Address
7390 Pacheco School RD.

Redding CA 96002
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Vehicle : 1997 FORD SUPER DUTY Tag/State : 1012034/CA
VIN : VEC17363
Fleet #/Driver : #9 /
Created : 8/20/2025 11:28:35 AM PDT
Code/Tech* Description Condition Untt Price Price
15 LABOR Labor to remove old pump and replace $195.00 $2,925.00 with new pump + motor. Replumb water system +
FP01766 Kubota Pump Motor + Darley Pump $30,975.85 $30,975.85 New Control Panel
SHIPPING $875.50 $875.50
Labor $2,925.00
Parts $30,975.85
Charges $875.50
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Estimate $34,776.35
PAYMENT $0.00
BALANCE DUE $34,776.35 -
I hereby authorize the repair work herein set forth to be done along with the necessary material and agree that you are not responsible for loss or damage to vehicle or articles left in vehicle in case of fire, theft or any other cause beyond your control. I hereby grant you and/or your employees permission to operate the vehicte herein described on streets, highways or elsewhere for the purpose of testing and/or Inspection. An express garagekeeper's lien is hereby acknowledged on above vehicle to secure the amount or repairs thereto. All Vehicles left over 48 hrs. after repairs are completed WILL INCUR A $5.00 PER DAY STORAGE FEE. 12 Month or 12,000 Mile Warranty On Repairs.

Customer Signature
Estimates are valid for 200 days
PURCHASE ORDER Page: 001
al Packages Order and ripen paper e
No. 230160001 08/22/25
Not Valid Without Number
VENDOR NO: M&M02
v M&M TRUCK REPAIR Is CITY OF CORNING
2370 TWINVIEW BLVD 794 THIRD STREET
N REDDING, CA 96002 CORNING, CA 96021
ATTN: ATTN: TOM TOMLINSON
- Phone: (530)356-3510 Phone: (530)824-7020
Ship Via: F.O.B:

Rea'd By: 1 1 Terms: NET 30 FROM INVOICE

ITEM DESCRIPTION UNIT PRICE TOTAL
0001 15 - LABOR $ 2,925.00
1 - SHIPPING $ 875.50 34776.35
1 - FP01766 KUBOTA PUMP MOTOR AND
DARLEY PUMP $30,975.85
Acct: 076 9310 2301 34776.35
Approved Approved
PAGE TOTAL $ 34776.35
P.O. TOTAL $ 34776.35
BRANT MESKER, CITY MGR. DEPARTMENT HEAD
PURCHASE ORDER Page: 001
This Purchase Order number must appear on
all Packages, Invoices and Shipping papers
No. 230160001 08/22/25
Not Valid Without Number
VENDOR NO: M&M02

M&M TRUCK REPAIR CITY OF CORNING
2370 TWINVIEW BLVD 794 THIRD STREET
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REDDING, CA 96002 CORNING, CA 96021
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ATTN: ATTN: TOM TOMLINSON
Phone: (530)356-3510 ° Phone: (530)824-7020
Ship Via: F.O.B:

Req'd By: 1/ Terms: NET 30 FROM INVOICE

BRANT MESKER, CITY MGR DEPARTMENT HEAD

CORNING
Purchase Requisition
Requisition #: 2025-10 Fund Account Dept. Amount
076 9301 2301 $34,776.35
Date: 8/22/2025
Requesting Department: Fire Dept
Quan. Description Award Vendor A Total B Total C Total
15 Labor M&M Truck Repair $2,925.00
1 FP01766 Kubota Pump Motor and Darley Pump $30,975.85
S&H $875.50
Sales Tax:

Total: $34,776.35
Regular Budget Item: O Special/Additional Information
Spec. Council Approp: O
Unbudgeted Item: O
Tom I HEREBY CERTIFY THAT THE GOODS OR SERVICES LISTED ABOVE ARE _ NECESSARY TO THE PROPER FUNCTIONING OF MY DEPARTMENT AND WILL BE Tom Tomlinson, Fire Chief USED ONLY FOR THE BENEFIT OF THE CITY OF CORNING City Manager Approval: Brant Mesker
Vendors:

A B C
Name: M&M Truck Repair
Address: 2370 Twinview Blvd
City, State Redding, CA 96002
Phone: 530.356.3510
ITEM NO.: J-3

AWARD BID FOR THE TOOMES AVE

WATERLINE INFILL PROJECT TO LAMB

UNLIMITED IN THE AMOUNT OF
$434,094.00 AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO

EXECUTE CONTRACT
AUGUST 26, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCILMEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER)

ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR ES
SUMMARY:

On Tuesday, August 19, 2025, the City received and opened twelve (12) formal bids for the Toomes Ave Waterline Infill Project.

Company Bid Result
Lamb Unlimited $434,094.00
The scope of work for the Toomes Avenue Waterline Infill Project includes the installation of approximately one mile of new water service line along Toomes Avenue, extending from Loleta Avenue to Fig Lane. The project will also include the installation of service connections and meter boxes at all adjacent properties for future tie-ins to close the existing gap in water service.

Staff is seeking authorization to award the project to Lamb Unlimited as they have been determined to be the lowest responsible bidder.

FINANCIAL:

The City of Corning Well Project is funded through Funding Agreement No. 460015659 with the State of California Department of Water Resources under the Small Community Drought Relief Program, in the amount of $2,000,000. Below is a breakdown of how these funds will be allocated:

SCDRP
Design $531,268.00
Waterline Infill Project $434,094.00
Well Project $995,190.00
Total: $1,960,552
RECOMMENDATION:
• THE MAYOR AND COUNCIL AWARD THE BID AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY

MANAGER TO SIGN THE CONTRACT FOR THE TOOMES AVE WATERLINE INFILL PROJECT TO LAMB UNLIMITED IN THE AMOUNT OF $434,094.00; AND • AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS NOT TO EXCEED 10% OF THE OVERALL CONTRACT PRICE.

AGREEMENT FORM
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into as of August 26, 2025, is between the City of Corning, a public entity, organized and existing pursuant to the laws of the State of California (hereinafter called the "CITY"'), and Lamb Unlimited (hereinafter called the "Contractor"), WHEREAS, the Contractor has been awarded the contract for the work hereafter mentioned:
"Toomes Ave Waterline Infill Project"
WITNESSETH:

That the parties hereto mutually agree to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

1. CONTRACT DOCUMENTS
The Items hereinafter enumerated as the Contract Documents shall form a part of this Contract and the provisions thereof shall be as binding upon the parties hereto as if they were herein fully set forth.

Work called for in any one Contract Document and not mentioned in another is to be performed and executed the same as if mentioned in all Contract Documents, the table of contents, titles, and headings contained herein and in said documents are solely to facilitate reference to various provisions of the Contract Documents and in no way affect or limit the interpretations of the provisions to which they refer.

The "Contract Documents", sometimes also referred to as the Contract, consist of the completed Form of Proposal submitted by the Contractor to whom the Contract is awarded, the Instructions to Bidders insofar as they relate to events which will occur or actions to be taken after the submission of the Proposal, this Agreement to which the General Conditions are attached, the General Requirements, the Supplementary Conditions, the Drawings and Specifications and any modifications of any of the foregoing in the form of addenda or otherwise effected in accordance with the terms of the Contract.

The sections of the CITY's Specifications and the titles of the Drawings, with their assigned numbers and their date of issue, are listed in the Contract Documents.

DEFINITIONS
Unless otherwise specifically provided herein, all words and phrases defined in the General Conditions shall have the same meaning and intent in this Agreement.

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III. SCOPE OF THE CONTRACT
The Contractor shall perform, within the time stipulated, the Contract as herein defined, and shall Documents entitled:
"Toomes Ave Waterline Infill Project"
IV. CONTRACT PRICE
BID PRICE:

The CITY agrees to pay, and the Contractor agrees to accept, full payment for the work based on bid unit rates, not to exceed amount of:

Four Hundred Thirty Four Thousand and Ninety Four Dollars ($434,094.00). (spell out) (figures)
In the event that the City issues a change order for work not covered by the contract documents, Contractor's compensation for that change order shall be determined in accordance with the "Unit Price" rates set forth on page 3 of Contractor's "Proposal Bid Forms".

V. CONTRACT TIME, COMPLETION, AND CHANGES
A. Notice to Proceed
Within 60 days of the opening of bids the successful low bidder will be authorized by written notice to proceed with the work. The bidder shall have no claim against the CITY, or its officers, employees, agents, consultants, project manager or architect because of failure to issue the Notice to Proceed, and hereby waives any claim against the CITY in connection with the failure to issue the Notice to Proceed.

B. Commencement and Prosecution of Work
The Contractor shall commence the work on or before 10 days from and after the date specified in the written "Notice to Proceed," and will diligently prosecute the work to final completion. Said Notice to Proceed shall be issued following execution of the Agreement, the filing by the Contractor of the required bonds and proof of insurance. The continuous prosecution of work by the Contractor shall be subject only to delays as defined in this section of this Agreement.

C. Time of Completion
The entire work shall be brought to substantial completion in the manner provided for in the Contract Documents in a period of 30 working days (or calendar days) from and after the date assigned in the Notice to Proceed. The date, 30 working days (or calendar days) from and after the date of the Notice to Proceed shall be hereinafter called the "Estimated Completion Date" unless extensions of time are granted in accordance with the Contract Documents for Category A or B Delays as defined in this section of this Agreement. Failure to substantially complete the work within the above times and in the manner provided for by the Contract Documents shall subject the Contractor to liquidated damages as hereinafter stipulated in this Agreement. Time is and shall be of the essence in these Contract Documents.

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D. Changes in the Work
Changes in the work made and extensions of time of completion made necessary by reason thereof shall not in any way release any guarantee given by the Contractor pursuant to the provision of the Contract Documents, or the contract let hereunder, nor shall such changes in the work relieve or release the Sureties on bonds executed pursuant to the said provisions. The Sureties, in executing such bonds, shall be deemed to have expressly agreed to any such change in the work and to any extension of time made by reason thereof. The CITY agrees that no changes in the work shall be ordered which will necessitate an extension of the substantial completion time beyond the fixed completion date.

E. Extensions of Time
In the event it is deemed necessary by the CITY to extend the time of substantial completion of the work to be done under this contract beyond any required dates of completion herein specified, such extensions shall in no way release any guarantee given by the Contractor pursuant to the provisions of the Contract Documents, or the contract let hereunder, nor shall such extension of time relieve or release the sureties on the bonds executed pursuant to said provisions. The sureties in executing such bonds shall be deemed to have expressly agreed to any such extension of time. The amount of time allowed in any Extension of Time shall be limited to the period of the delay-giving rise to the same as determined by the CITY.

F. Prevailing Wages
Pursuant to Section 1770 et seq. of the Labor Code the Contractor for the work will be required to pay, at least, the general prevailing wage rates as determined by the Director of the Department of a pay no earned prating wage my sult has analy through
forfeiture as set forth in Labor Code section 1775.

G. Category A Delays
For the purpose of these Contract Documents, the term "Category A Delays" shall mean, and is limited to, delays caused directly by acts of God; acts of the public enemy; fire, riots, insurrections; epidemics; quarantine restrictions; strikes; lockouts; sit- downs; acts of a governmental agency; Priore on ruin of she wed by order, dearer or sense he unders or any department, bureau, commission, committee, agent, or administrator of any legally constituted publi authority; changes in the work ordered by the CITY insofar as they necessarily require additiona time in which to substantially complete the work; the prevention by the CITY of the Contractor from commencing or prosecuting the work because of the acts of others, excepting the Contractor's subcontractors; or the prevention of the

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Contractor from commencing or prosecuting the work because of a city-wide failure of public utility service.

Inclement weather shall not be a prima facie reason for the granting of an extension of time, and the Contractor shall make every effort to continue work under prevailing conditions. The CITY may, however, grant an extension of time if an unavoidable delay as a result of inclement weather in fact occurs, and such shall then be classified as a "Category A Delay".

The term "Category A Delay" shall specifically not include (i) any delay which could have been avoided by the exercise of care, prudence, foresight and diligence on the part of the Contractor; (i) any delay in the prosecution of parts of the work, which may in itself be unavoidable but which does not necessarily prevent or delay the prosecution of other parts of the work, nor substantial completion of the whole work within the time specified; (ili) any reasonable delay resulting from time required by the CITY for review of plans submitted by the Contractor and for the making of surveys, measurements and inspection; and (iv) any delay arising from an interruption in the prosecution of the work on account of the reasonable interference from other contractors employed by the CITY which does not necessarily prevent the completion of the whole work within the time specified.

H. Category B Delays
For the purposes of these Contract Documents, the term "Category B Delays" shall mean delays caused directly by loss or damage to the project caused by the perils covered by the Builder's Risk insurance provided for by the Agreement or by any war declared by an enactment of the Congress of the United States of America.

VI LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
The provisions for Liquidated Damages appearing in the General Conditions, Article 12, are incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. Liquidated damages of $3,600.00 per day will be charged the Contractor for each day of delay beyond the substantial completion date.

VII NOTICE OF DELAY
The Contractor shall promptly notify the CITY in writing of any anticipated delay in the prosecution an application for an extension of contract time only if it is in compliance with the provisions of Article

12. Failure by the Contractor to make a timely request will result in a waiver of the right to such extension. Contractor shall take notice of General Conditions, Article 12, affecting the time period ir

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VIII NO WAIVER OF RIGHTS
Neither the inspection by the CITY or its agents, nor any order or certificate for the payment of money, nor any payment for, nor acceptance of the whole or any part of the work by the CITY, nor any extensions of time, nor any position taken by the CITY or its agents shall operate as a waiver of any provision of this Contract, or of any power herein reserved to the CITY or any right to damage herein provided, nor shall any waiver of any breach of this Contract be held to be a waiver of any other or subsequent breach. All remedies provided in this Contract shall be taken and construed as cumulative, that is in addition to each and every other remedy herein provided; and the CITY shall have any and all equitable and legal remedies which it would in any case have.

AGREEMENT CONTROLS
In the event of a conflict between the Contract Documents, the conflict shall be resolved by giving precedence in the following order: (1) This Agreement Form; (2) the General Conditions and General Requirements; (3) the Supplementary Conditions; (4) the Notice to Contractors; (5) the Instructions to Bidders; (6) the Technical Specifications text; (7) the Drawings (Plans).

CERTIFICATION
CITY:

BY: DATED
City Manager
BY: Contractor DATED
Approved as to form:

City Counsel

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ITEM NO: J-4

AWARD BID FOR THE CITY OF

CORNING WELL PROJECT TO WELL

INDUSTRIES IN THE AMOUNT OF
$995,190.00 AND AUTHORIZE STAFF

TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT
AUGUST 26, 2025
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER V

ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR GS
BACKGROUND:

Staff solicited bids for well drilling services based on an estimated depth of 1,000 linear feet (LF). Upon review of the bids, Well Industries was identified as the lowest responsible bidder. However, their total bid amount, based on the 1,000 LF estimate, exceeded the available project budget.

To address this, City staff, in coordination with the project consultant, evaluated alternatives to keep the project within budget. It was determined that reducing the drilling depth from 1,000 LF to 800 LF would satisfy project requirements while remaining within available funding.

Discussions were held with the lowest responsible bidder, and staff confirmed that the adjustment could be made using Well Industries submitted unit prices. By revising the scope to 800 LF, the total project cost is $995, 190.00, falling within the approved budget while maintaining the integrity of the work and project objectives.

SUMMARY:

On Wednesday, July 30, 2025, Staff received three (3) formal bids for the City of Corning Well Project.

Company Bid Amount
Well Industries Inc. $1,217,940.00
The revised contract amount, based on 800 LF of drilling and the contractor's unit prices, is $995, 190.00.

FINANCIAL:

SCDRP
Design $531,268.00
Waterline Infill Project $434,094.00
Well Project $995,190.00
Total: $1,960,552
RECOMMENDATION:

MAYOR AND COUNCIL APPROVE THE:
• AWARD THE BID FOR THE CITY OF CORNING WELL PROJECT TO WELL INDUSTRIES IN THE AMOUNT OF $995,190.00 AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE CONTRACT; AND
• AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE CHANGE ORDERS NOT TO EXCEED 10% OF THE OVERALL CONTRACT PRICE; AND
• REQUEST STAFF TO PROCESS AND RECORD THE EASEMENT
AGREEMENT WITH THE CORNING HEALTHCARE DISTRICT.

AGREEMENT FORM
THIS AGREEMENT, entered into as of August 26, 2025, is between the City of Corning, a public entity, organized and existing pursuant to the laws of the State of California (hereinafter called the "CITY"), and Well Industries (hereinafter called the "Contractor"), WHEREAS, the Contractor has been awarded the contract for the work hereafter mentioned:
"City of Corning Well Project"
WITNESSETH:

That the parties hereto mutually agree to the terms and conditions hereinafter set forth.

Work called for in any one Contract Document and not mentioned in another is to be pertormed and executed the same as if mentioned in all Contract Documents, the table of contents, titles, and headings contained herein and in said documents are solely to facilitate reference to various provisions of the Contract Documents and in no way affect or limit the interpretations of the provisions to which they refer.

The sections of the CITY's Specifications and the titles of the Drawings, with their assigned numbers and their date of issue, are listed in the Contract Documents.

II. DEFINITIONS
Unless otherwise specifically provided herein, all words and phrases defined in the General Conditions shall have the same meaning and intent in this Agreement.

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IIII. SCOPE OF THE CONTRACT
The Contractor shall perform, within the time stipulated, the Contract as herein defined, and shall Documents entitled:
"City of Corning Well Project"
IV. CONTRACT PRICE
BID PRICE:
he CITY agrees to compensate the Contractor based on actual quantities of work performed, a he unit rates submitted with the bid. Total compensation shall not exceed the amount o Nine Hundred and Ninety Five Thousand, One Hundred and Ninety Dollars ($995,190.00). (spell out) (figures)
In the event that the City issues a change order for work not covered by the contract documents, Contractor's compensation for that change order shall be determined in accordance with the "Unit Price" rates set forth on page 3 of Contractor's "Proposal Bid Forms".

V. CONTRACT TIME, COMPLETION, AND CHANGES
Notice to Proceed
Within 60 days of the opening of bids the successful low bidder will be authorized by written notice to proceed with the work. The bidder shall have no claim against the CITY, or its officers, employees, agents, consultants, project manager or ENGINEER/ARCHITECT because of failure to issue the Notice to Proceed.

D. Changes in the Work

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Changes in the work made and extensions of time of completion made necessary by reason thereof shall not in any way release any guarantee given by the Contractor pursuant to the provision of the Contract Documents, or the contract let hereunder, nor shall such changes in the work relieve or release the Sureties on bonds executed pursuant to the said provisions. The Sureties, in executing such bonds, shall be deemed to have expressly agreed to any such change in the work and to any extension of time made by reason thereof. The CITY agrees that no changes in the work shall be ordered which will necessitate an extension of the substantial completion time beyond the fixed completion date.

F. Prevailing Wages
Pursuant to Section 1770 et seq. of the Labor Code the Contractor for the work will be required to pay, at least, the general prevailing wage rates as determined by the Director of the Department of Industrial Relations of the State of California. Questions pertaining to the general prevailing wage rates should be directed to the Division of Labor Statistics and Research, P.O. Box 603, San Francisco, CA 94101,
Ph. (415) 703-4774.

G. Category A Delays
For the purpose of these Contract Documents, the term "Category A Delays" shall mean, and is limited to, delays caused directly by acts of God; acts of the public enemy; fire, riots, insurrections; epidemics; quarantine restrictions; strikes; lockouts; sit- downs; acts of a governmental agency; in the construction of the work by order, decree or otherwise of the United States or by any department, bureau, commission, committee, agent, or administrator of any legally constituted public authority: changes in the work ordered by the CITY insofar as they necessarily require additiona time in which to substantially complete the work; the prevention by the CITY of the Contractor from commencing or prosecuting the work because of the acts of others, excepting the Contractor's subcontractors; or the prevention of the

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Contractor from commencing or prosecuting the work because of a city-wide failure of public utility service.

The term "Category A Delay" shall specifically not include (i) any delay which could have been avoided by the exercise of care, prudence, foresight and diligence on the part of the Contractor; (i) any delay in the prosecution of parts of the work, which may in itself be unavoidable but which does not necessarily prevent or delay the prosecution of other parts of the work, nor substantial completion of the whole work within the time specified; (iii) any reasonable delay resulting from time required by the CITY for review of plans submitted by the Contractor and for the making of surveys, measurements and inspection; and (iv) any delay arising from an interruption in the prosecution of the work on account of the reasonable interference from other contractors employed by the CITY which does not necessarily prevent the completion of the whole work within the time specified.

VI LIQUIDATED DAMAGES
The provisions for Liquidated Damages appearing in the General Conditions, Article 12, are incorporated by reference as if fully set forth herein. Liquidated damages of $ 3,600.00 per day will be charged the Contractor for each day of delay beyond the substantial completion date.

VII NOTICE OF DELAY
The Contractor shal revery potty the cry the orin of a or and a day in here rin

12. Failure by the Contractior to make a timely request wil resultin a waiver of the fight to such

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AGREEMENT CONTROLS
In the event of a conflict between the Contract Documents, the conflict shall be resolved by giving recedence in the following order: (1) This Agreement Form; (2) the General Conditions and General Requirements; (3) the Supplementary Conditions; (4) the Notice to Contractors; (5) the Instructions to Bidders; (6) the Technical Specifications text; (7) the Drawings (Plans).

CERTIFICATION
CITY:

BY: DATED.

City Manager
BY: Contractor DATED.

Approved as to form:

City Counsel

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Corning City CouncilAugust 26, 2025

Corning City Council
August 26, 2025