CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
1. CALL TO ORDER: 5:00 p.m.
2. ROLL CALL:
Council: Dave Demo, Chuy Valerio, Shelly Hargens, and Lisa Lomeli Mayor: Robert Snow
The Brown Act requires that the Council provide the opportunity for people in the audience to briefly address the Council on the subject(s) scheduled for tonight’s closed session. Is there anyone wanting to comment on the subject(s) the Council will be discussing in closed session? If so, please come to the podium, identify yourself and give us your comments.
3. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
4. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Public Employment (§ 54957)
Title: Police Chief
2. Conference with Real Property Negotiations (54956.8) Property: APN 067-260-082-000
Agency Negotiator: City Manager Brant Mesker
Under Negotiation: Lease
E. ADJOURN TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 24, 2026
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:
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 of the February 10, 2026, Closed! Session and Regular City Council Meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. Claim Warrant from 2/05 to 02/18/2026 in the amount of $ 297,043.
4. February 18, 2026, Business License Report
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS:
1. Ordinance 717, an Ordinance to create standards for detached structures.
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Approve Resolution No. 02-24-2026-01 affirming the city’s commitment to fair! treatment and condemning caste-based discrimination.
2. Authorize staff to solicit bids for the 2026 Fourth Street Rehabilitation Project.
K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR:
L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION:
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, February 20, 2026
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Snow at 5:00pm.
B. ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present:
Dave Demo
Shelly Hargens
Jose “Chuy” Valerio
Lisa Lomeli
Mayor- Robert Snow
Absent: None
Staff present: City Manager-Brant Mesker
City Attorney- Collin Bogener
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No comments.
D. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Conference with labor negotiator pursuant to section 54957.6:
Agency Negotiator: Sophia R. Meyer, Labor Relations Consultant Bargaining Units: Public Safety, Dispatcher, and Miscellaneous
2. Conference with Real Property Negotiations (54956.8) Property: APN 067-260-082-000
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 was adjourned at 5:20pm. Mayor Snow reported there were no reportable action and gave directions to staff.
Item: G-2
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, FEBRUARY 10, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Snow at 5:30pm.
Mayor Snow called for a moment of silence for Jerry Lequia, a community member that was a regular attendee to the City Council meetings and has recently passed away.
B. ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present:
Dave Demo
Shelly Hargens
Jose “Chuy” Valerio
Lisa Lomeli
Mayor- Robert Snow
Absent: None
Staff present: City Manager-Brant Mesker
City Attorney- Collin Bogener
City Clerk Rubi Ordaz
Public Works Director Eli Stanley
Planner/Rec. CoordinatorChristina Meeds
Building OfficialBenjamin Mierzwak
Fire Chief Tom Tomlinson
Police Chief Craig Bassett
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the City Manager.
D. INVOCATION: Led by Councilor Hargens.
E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS:
1. Proclamation: February 2026 – Teen Dating Awareness and Prevention Month.
Present to accept the Proclamation will be Empower Tehama’s Bilingual Legal Advocate, Susana Reyes.
Susana Reyes, Empower Tehama’s Bilingual Legal Advocate, presented information regarding teen dating violence awareness and prevention.
F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
Opened public comment: 5:39pm
Barbara Boot-She would like to revisit the insurance requirement for the Flying Eagles event.
She was instructed to speak to staff at City Hall to see if it can be agendized for a future meeting.
Mayra Monarch- She would like for City Council to pass a Caste Equity Resolution.
Closed public comment: 5:44pm
Item: G-2
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 of the January 27, 2026, Closed Session and Regular City Council Meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. January 22 to February 4, 2026, Claim Warrant in the amount of $ 1,282,769.46.
4. February 4, 2026, Business License Report
5. January 2026 Treasurer’s Report
6. January 2026 Wages & Salaries: $ 482,819.08
7. January 2026 Building Permit Valuation Report in the amount of $ 554,010.
8. January 2026 City of Corning Wastewater Operations Summary Report.
Councilor Valerio moved to approve consent items 1-8; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS: None
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Request for Council ‘s reconsideration of the temporary closure of West Street and approval of MOU with CUESD.
Presented by City Manager, Brant. The Corning Union Elementary School District (CUESD) is requesting City Council approval for a temporary daytime closure of West Street (between Marin Street and South Street) from June 5 to August 14, 2026, to support phase III construction at West Street Elementary School. The closure would run from 6:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m., with the street reopening nightly. This revised request responds to Council’s earlier concerns about a year-long closure and significantly reduces impacts by limiting disruptions to the summer construction period while maintaining overnight access.
Councilor Hargens moved to approve the temporary daytime closure of west street to support construction activities associated with the West Street Elementary School phase III improvements and approve the attached Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) between the City and the Corning Union Elementary School District outlining the scope of improvements, associated goals, cost responsibilities, and the city’s support; Councilor Snow seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
2. Approve the three-year Grazing Lease Agreement with Norman Oilar for the Corning Airport Properties.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli. The City of Corning is proposing a three-year renewal of the grazing lease for approximately 152 acres at the Corning Airport with current lessee Item: G-2
Norman Oilar. The lease increases annual rent from $1,338 to $2,500, with revenue returned to airport operations per FAA requirements. The agreement maintains livestock grazing use, supports fire risk reduction and property upkeep, and includes standard maintenance, insurance, and termination provisions.
Councilor Demo moved to authorize the City Manager to execute a three-year renewal Grazing Lease Agreement with Norman Oilar for the Corning Airport properties listed above, at the annual rent of $2,500; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
3. Approve agreement for AMG & Associates, Salado Orchards Phase II request to defer impact fees.
Councilor Hargens recused herself from participating in discussion and action on this item due to the proximity of her residence to the proposed project.
Presented by Planner Coordinator, Christina. AMG & Associates LLC is requesting deferral of impact fees for the Salado Orchards Apartment II project, a 24-unit development (three 8-plex buildings) on Toomes Avenue in Corning. The project has received $4.6 million in HOME Grant funding. Under state law, impact fees would be deferred until issuance of the Certificate of Occupancy, with the amount due based on the rates at permit issuance. Staff recommends approving the agreement as it benefits the City and supports the project’s completion.
Councilor Demo moved to approve and allow the City Manager to sign and enter into the Impact Fee Deferral Agreement with AMG & Associates; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: Hargens
Result: Motion was approved by a 4-0 vote with Hargens abstaining.
4. Public workshop on proposed amendment to the Corning Municipal Code.
Presented by Building Official Benajmin Mierzwak. Ben and City Council held a public workshop to review proposed amendments to the Corning Municipal Code on nuisance abatement, property maintenance standards, and enforcement procedures. The changes aim to clarify nuisance definitions, address gaps such as yard parking and rodent issues, and create a consistent, transparent enforcement process with due process protections.
Council agreed that there weren’t any changes they should make at this time and did not consider any changes on yard parking, but they did agree with the enforcement procedure timeline Benjamin suggestion on any current cases.
No formal action is requested at this time.
5. Ratify Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the City of Corning Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit.
Presented by City Manager, Brant. The City of Corning has reached a one-year Memorandum of Understanding (February 1, 2026–January 31, 2027) with the Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit.
Key terms include a 2.5% salary increase, expanded uniform and boot reimbursements, addition of Juneteenth as a paid holiday, increased City health insurance contributions (up to $2,090 per month with annual $65 increases), and expanded bereavement leave to five days. The agreement also includes standard language updates for clarity and legal compliance.
Item: G-2
Councilor Demo moved to ratify the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Corning and the City of Corning Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit for the period of February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027; Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
6. Ratify Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the City of Corning Dispatcher’s Bargaining Unit.
Presented by City Manager, Brant. The City of Corning has reached a one-year MOU (February 1, 2026–January 31, 2027) with the Dispatcher Bargaining Unit. Key terms include a 2.5% salary increase, longevity pay of 4% after 10 years and 7% after 15 years, a 2.5% EMT certification premium for Fire Dispatchers, annual uniform allowances ($750 for Police Dispatchers and $650 for Fire Dispatchers), 142 hours of holiday-in-lieu pay, increased City health insurance contributions (up to $2,090 per month with annual $65 increases), and expanded bereavement leave to five days. The agreement also includes standard language updates for clarity and legal compliance.
Councilor Demo moved to ratify the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Corning and the City of Corning Dispatcher’s Bargaining Unit for the period of February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
7. Ratify Memorandum of Understanding between the City and the City of Corning Public Safety Bargaining Unit.
Presented by City Manager, Brant. The City of Corning has reached a one-year MOU (February 1, 2026–January 31, 2027) with the Public Safety Bargaining Unit. Key terms include a 2.5% salary increase, longevity pay of 4% after 10 years and 7% after 15 years, 124 hours of holidayin-lieu pay annually, increased City health insurance contributions (up to $2,090 per month with annual $65 increases), and expanded bereavement leave to five days. The agreement also includes standard language updates for clarity and legal compliance.
Councilor Snow moved to ratify the Memorandum of Understanding between the City of Corning and the City of Corning Public Safety Bargaining Unit for the period of February 1, 2026, through January 31, 2027; Councilor Demo seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR:
L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION:
Item: G-2
M. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Demo: Attended a Senior Center meeting. They will be having a soup event soon.
Lomeli: She will be hosting the annual Easter Egg Hunt right after the TCDE Fair on March 28.
Valerio: Attended the ribbon cutting for the Corning Veteran’s Resource Center. He congratulated the Corning High School Wrestling team for winning the West Side League Championship.
Hargens: Attended a Tehama County Landfill meeting.
Snow: No meetings.
N. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned at 6:28pm by Mayor Snow.
Attest:
______________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
Item: G-2
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & COUNCIL
FROM: Lori Sims
Accounting Technician
DATE: February 19, 2026
SUBJECT: CASH DISBURSEMENT DETAIL REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING:
Tuesday, February 24, 2026
PROPOSED CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR YOUR APPROVAL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
A. Cash Disbursements Ending 02-18-2026 $297,043.00
GRAND TOTAL $297,043.00
Item: G-3
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Check Report
City of Corning, CA By Check Number
Date Range: 02/05/2026 - 02/18/2026
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Bank Code: AP-AP Bank Code
AIR00 AIRGAS USA, LLC 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 112.04 40467 AGU01 ALEJANDRA AGUILAR 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 4,736.00 40468 AMA02 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, INC. 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 1,825.36 40469 CAR12 CARREL'S OFFICE SOLUTIONS 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 25.21 40470 COR13 CORNING VOLUNTEER FIRE 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 78.43 40471 TPX00 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 1,267.37 40472 TUP00 TUPES, KEVIN 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 2,080.00 40473 VAL11 VALLEY PACIFIC PETROLEUM SERVICE, INC. 02/05/2026 Regular 0.00 4,388.05 40474 ATT17 AT&T 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 107.00 40475
BEN06 BEN'S TRUCK REPAIR, INC 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 15,265.54 40476 MOR12 EDUARDO MORENO 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 85.00 40477 FIF00 FIFTH ASSET, INC 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 5,000.00 40478 FIR20 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 405.56 40479 FIR11 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 383.10 40480 LEC00 LECHOWICZ & TSENG MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 8,350.00 40481 LUM00 LUMINACE 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 9,110.73 40482
MCI04 MCINTYRE, JASON 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 30.40 40483 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, LLC 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 256.00 40484 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 172.31 40485 RES04 RESERVE ACCOUNT 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 3,000.00 40486 SOU06 SOUTH AVENUE ACE 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 2,418.59 40487 THO01 THOMES CREEK ROCK CO 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 1,102.96 40488 VCA01 VCA VALLEY OAK VETERINARY CENTER 02/06/2026 Regular 0.00 254.00 40489 ADP00 ADP, INC. 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 542.32 40490
AME06 AMERICAN RIVER COLLEGE 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 4.00 40491 CAL45 CAL FIRE 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 1,137.00 40492
EST02 ESTES, LISA 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 250.00 40493
FIR22 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OF OMAHA 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 1,957.11 40494 FIR16 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 518.87 40495 HAN05 HANSEL, JULIE 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 250.00 40496 SCH01 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 228.63 40497 RED00 RED BLUFF DAILY NEWS 02/09/2026 Regular 0.00 80.37 40498 FIR13 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 02/10/2026 Regular 0.00 3,769.80 40499 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 02/10/2026 Regular 0.00 4,810.75 40500
CON00 CONTRACT RESOURCE GROUP 02/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,392.52 40501 BIG02 BIG VALLEY SANITATION, INC. 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 334.00 40502 DUD01 DUDLEY'S EXCAVATING, INC. 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 4,952.50 40503 FER02 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #1423 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 635.92 40504 GRE01 GREEN WASTE OF TEHAMA 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 95.69 40505 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 91,015.75 40506 PGE04 PG&E 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 1,332.85 40507
PGE2B PG&E 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 33,880.77 40508
PGE05 PG&E 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 3,957.38 40509
PGE01 PG&E 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 40,081.16 40510
PIT01 PITNEY BOWES 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 186.29 40511 SHN00 SHN CONSULTING ENGINEERS & GEOLOGISTS 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 527.50 40512 TEH08 COUNTY OF TEHAMA 02/11/2026 Regular 0.00 40.00 40513 CRR00 CRR SERVICES LLC 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 30.00 40514 SCP00 SCP DISTRIBUTORS LLC 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 1,680.43 40515 GRA02 GRAINGER, W.W., INC 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 333.85 40516 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 2,357.50 40517
PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, LLC 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 1,564.60 40518 PGE01 PG&E 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 2,373.88 40519
SHA02 SHASTA CASCADE CHAPTER ICC 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 50.00 40520 Item: G-3
Check Report Date Range: 02/05/2026 - 02/18/2026
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Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number TEH30 TEHAMA CNTY AIR POLLUTION 02/12/2026 Regular 0.00 2,471.00 40521 BIC01 BICKLEY'S AIR CONDITIONING & HEATING 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 726.13 40522 COR11 CORNING SAFE & LOCK 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 9.70 40523 CRE03 CREATIVE PRODUCT SOURCE, INC. 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 854.00 40524 DEP03 DEPT OF TRANS/CAL TRANS 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 1,905.00 40525 HAY10 HAYDEN FIRE PROTECTION 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 222.00 40526 JJA00 JJACPA INC 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 4,875.00 40527 JOH12 JOHNSON'S TURBO CLEAN 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 245.00 40528 NOR15 NORTHERN CALIFORNIA GLOVE 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 561.99 40529 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, LLC 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 256.00 40530 PAY01 PAYGOV.US LLC 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 1,698.05 40531 PGE2B PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 13,633.61 40532
PGE04 PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 436.14 40533
PGE2A PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 53.32 40534
PGE09 PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 229.64 40535
PGE05 PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 3,781.77 40536
PGE01 PG&E 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 1,646.26 40537
BRA00 STEVEN BRADLEY 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 700.00 40538 TEH30 TEHAMA CNTY AIR POLLUTION 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 353.00 40539 USA01 USA BLUE BOOK 02/18/2026 Regular 0.00 560.30 40540 Regular Checks
Manual Checks
Voided Checks
Discount
Payment
Payment Type Count
Bank Code AP Summary
Bank Drafts
EFT's
74 0
0 0
0 0.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
74 0.00
Payment
297,043.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
297,043.00
Payable
Count
84 0
0 0
0 84
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Check Report Date Range: 02/05/2026 - 02/18/2026
2/18/2026 3:50:26 PM Page 3 of 3
All Bank Codes Check Summary
Payment Type Discount
Payment
Count Payment
Payable
Count
Regular Checks
Manual Checks
Voided Checks
Bank Drafts
EFT's
74 0
0 0
0 0.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
74 0.00
297,043.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
297,043.00
84 0
0 0
0 84
Fund Name Period Amount
Fund Summary
000 Pooled Cash 2/2026 297,043.00
297,043.00
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Date..: Feb 18, 2026 CITY OF CORNING Page.: 1
Time..: 3:48 pm NEW BUSINESSES FOR CITY COUNCIL List.: NEWB Run by: LORI SIMS Group: WTFMBM
Business Name Address CITY/STATE/ZIP Business Desc Bus Start Date ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- 50TH ST 1600 SOLANO ST UNIT C CORNING, CA 96021 SELLING USED & NEW CLOTHING 02/13/26 DEVINE PLUMBING 604 SOUTH ST CORNING, CA 96021 PLUMBING CONTRACTOR 02/10/26 JDS REMODELING & CON 7639 E. NORTHFIELD AVE ANAHEIM, CA 92807 WORKING AT US BANK-INSTALLING ATM & PULL 02/18/26 MASSAGE BY DANETTE 22635 MORAN RD CORNING, CA 96021 MOBILE MASSAGE, NURTITION COUNSELING 02/13/26 OLIVE CITY CONSTRUCT 480 A SOLANO ST CORNING, CA 96021 GENERAL CONTRACTOR 02/10/26 VILLICANA ELECTRIC 385 YARROW DR. CHICO, CA 95928 ELECTRICAL COMPANY PROVIDING RESIDENTIAL 02/10/26 Item: G-4
ITEM NO: I-1
ORDINANCE 717,
AN ORDINANCE TO CREATE
STANDARDS FOR DETACHED
STRUCTURES.
FEBRUARY 24, 2026
TO: CORNING CITY COUNCIL
FROM: CHRISTINA MEEDS, PLANNER II
BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
DESCRIPTION:
The City seeks to amend Chapter 17.50.040 to provide clarity on a detached structure to ensure authority for the City and add 17.50.045 – Cargo Containers The proposed amendment to the Zoning Code focuses on detached structures to residential properties:
• Side and rear setbacks for the detached structure shall be no less than 3-feet. • Any overhang for the detached structure shall be no more than 2-feet. • The detached structure must not exceed one story in height with a maximum height of 15-feet.
• The detached structure may not occupy more than fifty percent of the rear yard area.
• Each property is permitted only one detached structure, unless otherwise allowed by the Planning Department.
• All detached structures must be at least eight feet from primary residence or any accessory dwelling unit.
• Windows and doors on the detached structure shall not be oriented in a manner that allows direct visibility into the neighboring property The addition of 17.50.045 – Cargo Containers will be to prohibit cargo containers, portable storage containers, semi-trailers, or any other container that is designed to be moved by semi-truck, train or vessel in any zoning district. This will not apply to any temporary use during moving or construction.
No properties will be rezoned as part of this process; the Zoning Map is not proposed to be changed.
Ordinance 717 was presented to the Planning Commission at a regular scheduled meeting on January 20th, 2026, and in a unanimous vote it was recommended to be approved by City Council
ACTION:
Mayor and Council move to adopt the proposed zoning code update.
ATTACHMENTS:
ORDINANCE #717.
ORDINANCE NO. 717
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF CORNING REGULATING THE CONSTRUCTION
OF UNINHABITATED, DETACHED STRUCTURES IN THE
CITY OF CORNING RECITALS
WHEREAS, Chapter 17.50 of the Corning Municipal Code sets forth the regulations within the City of Corning for detached, uninhabited structures, including height and setback requirements; and
WHEREAS, the City seeks to amend Chapters 17.50 to provide further clarity as to the application of the structures referenced in the requirements to ensure clear regulatory authority for the City and the ability of a homeowner to utilize most of their residential property.
NOW THEREFORE, THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORNING DOES ORDAIN AS FOLLOWS:
Section 1. Section 17.50.040 of Chapter 17.50 of Title 17 is hereby repealed and replaced as follows:
17.50.040 - Detached structure.
A detached structure, including but not limited to a garage, shed, shop, gazebo, shade structure and/or other uninhabited improvement is permitted on a property, subject to the following provisions:
1. Side and rear setbacks for the detached structure shall be no less than 3-feet.
2. Any overhang for the detached structure shall be no more than 2-feet.
3. The detached structure must not exceed one story in height with a maximum height of 15-feet.
4. The detached structure may not occupy more than fifty percent of the rear yard area.
5. Each property is permitted only one detached structure, unless otherwise allowed by the Planning Department.
6. All detached structures must be at least eight feet from primary residence or any accessory dwelling unit.
7. Windows and doors on the detached structure shall not be oriented in a manner that allows direct visibility into the neighboring property
Section 2. Section 17.50.045 of Chapter 17.50 of Title 17 is hereby enacted as follows:
17.50.45- Cargo containers
There shall be no cargo containers, portable storage containers, semi-trailers, or any other container that is designed to be moved by semi-truck, train or vessel in any zoning district. This section does not apply to any temporary use during moving or construction when an encroachment permit has been issued by the city. For purposes of this section, temporary is defined as any use that occurs for 30-days or less.
Section 4. Severability.
If any section, subsection, subdivision, paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance, is for any reason held to be invalid or unenforceable, such invalidity or unenforceability shall not affect the validity or enforceability of the remaining sections, subsections, subdivisions, paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases of this Ordinance, or its application to any person or circumstance. The City Council of the City of Corning hereby declares that it would have adopted each section, subsection subdivision paragraph, sentence, clause or phrase hereof, irrespective of the fact that any one or more other sections, subsections subdivisions paragraphs, sentences, clauses or phrases hereof be declared invalid or unenforceable.
Section 5. CEQA. The City of Corning finds that this Ordinance is not a “project” according to the definition set forth in the California Environmental Quality Act (“CEQA”), and, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines sections 15060(c)(2) (the activity will not result in a direct or reasonably foreseeable indirect physical change in the environment) and 15061(b)(3) (there is no possibility the activity in question may have a significant effect on the environment), the adoption of this ordinance is therefore not subject to the provisions requiring environmental review.
I HEREBY CERTIFY that the foregoing ordinance was introduced and read by the City Council of the City of Corning at a regular meeting on the 24th day of February 2026, and was duly read and adopted at a regular meeting on the 10th day of March 2026, by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSENT:
ABSTAIN:
________________________________
Robert Snow, Mayor
ATTEST:
_____________________________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
ITEM NO: J-1
Resolution No. 02-24-2026-01
Affirming the City’s
Commitment to Fair Treatment
and Condemning Caste-Based
Discrimination.
February 24, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
BACKGROUND
The City of Corning has long upheld the principles of justice, equality, and impartial treatment for all individuals regardless of background, heritage, or social standing. Across the United States, awareness has increased regarding caste-based discrimination—a form of social stratification that may result in unjust treatment based on birth, lineage, or inherited social status.
While caste-based discrimination may not always be visible, it can occur within communities nationwide. The proposed resolution formally denounces caste-based discrimination and reaffirms the City’s commitment to ensuring that all municipal policies, services, and institutions remain free from bias or exclusion based on caste or inherited status.
At the request of a council member, this Resolution has been agendized. Adoption of this resolution places the City on record as supporting continued state and national efforts to prevent and address caste-based discrimination through legislation, education, and public awareness.
DISCUSSION
This resolution is declaratory in nature and reinforces the City’s existing commitment to nondiscrimination and equal protection principles. The City currently operates under federal and state civil rights laws, including protections against discrimination based on race, religion, ancestry, national origin, and other protected characteristics.
By adopting this resolution, the City Council:
• Denounces all forms of caste-based discrimination within the City of Corning; • Affirms the City’s commitment to equitable treatment in City policies, programs, and services; and
• Expresses support for broader legislative and public awareness efforts aimed at preventing caste-based discrimination.
The resolution does not create new regulatory requirements but serves as a policy statement reinforcing the City’s values and commitment to inclusivity and fairness.
RECOMMENDATION
Mayor and Council:
Adopt Resolution No. 02-24-2026-01 affirming the city’s commitment to fair treatment and condemning caste-cased discrimination.
RESOLUTION NO. 02-24-2026-01
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY OF CORNING, CALIFORNIA, AFFIRMING THE CITY’S COMMITMENT TO FAIR TREATMENT AND CONDEMNING CASTE-BASED
DISCRIMINATION
WHEREAS, the city of Corning, California is committed to upholding the principles of justice and impartial treatment for all individuals, regardless of background or heritage; and WHEREAS caste-based discrimination is a form of social hierarchy that can lead to unjust treatment of individuals based on their birth, lineage, or perceived social standing; and WHEREAS, while caste-based discrimination may not always be visible, it persists within communities across the country, including within the city of Corning, California, and it is important to ensure that all residents are protected from such mistreatment; and WHEREAS the City of Corning recognizes its responsibility to promote fair treatment and ensure that no person within the city is subject to discrimination on the basis of caste or any inherited status;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Corning, California:
Denounces all forms of caste-based discrimination within the city of Corning and affirms the City’s commitment to ensuring that all County policies, services, and institutions remain free from caste-based bias or exclusion and supports continued state and national efforts to prevent and address caste-based discrimination through legislation and public awareness.
The foregoing Resolution was duly passed and adopted by the City Council of the City of Corning at a regular meeting held on this 24th day of February 2026 by the following vote:
AYES:
NOES:
ABSTAIN:
ABSENT:
__________________________
Robert Snow, Mayor
ATTEST:
I Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk of the City of Corning, County of Tehama, California do hereby certify that this is a true and correct copy of the original Resolution Number 02-24-2026-01.
Witness my hand or the seal of the City of Corning, on this 24th day of February 2026. __________________________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
ITEM NO.: J-2
AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR
THE 2026 FOURTH STREET REHABILITATION
PROJECT.
FEBRUARY 24, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUMMARY:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the plans and specifications and authorize staff to advertise and solicit bids for the 2026 Fourth Street Rehabilitation Project. The scope of work includes pavement maintenance, rehabilitation, and striping along Fourth Street from South Street to Fig Lane.
If approved, the bid opening is scheduled for April 8, 2026, at 2:00 p.m. The complete project bid package, including plans and specifications, will be available for public review at Corning City Hall.
Following the bid opening, staff will review all submissions and return to City Council with a recommendation for award to the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
FINANCIAL:
These funds are intended specifically for street maintenance and cannot be used within the General Fund. The following was allocated in the approved budget for the street projects in the Fiscal Year 2025/2026:
Fourth Street Project
106-3001-8113 $685,000.00
RECOMMENDATION:
Mayor and City Council approve plans and specifications and authorize staff to solicit bids for the 2026 Fourth Street Rehabilitation Project.