CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
TUESDAY, MARCH 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 March 10, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting and the March 4, 2026 Special meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. Claim Warrant from 3/05 to 03/18/2026 in the amount of $ 155,132.31.
4. March 18, 2026, Business License Report
5. Approve waiver of special event permit for the Healthy Families Tehama Parent Group event.
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS:
1. Proposed disposal services rate increase.
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Approve agreement with J&J Pumps for the City of Corning Blackburn Well Repair 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: March 20, 2026
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
SPECIAL MEETING AGENDA
WEDNESDAY, MARCH 4, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Snow at 4:00pm.
B. ROLL CALL:
Councilmembers present:
Dave Demo
Shelly Hargens
Jose “Chuy” Valerio
Lisa Lomeli
Mayor- Robert Snow
Absent: None
C. PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE: Led by the City Manager.
D. INVOCATION: Led by Councilor Hargens.
E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS: None.
F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR: No comments.
G. CONSENT AGENDA: None.
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA: None.
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS: None.
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Award the City Plaza project construction contract to Ginno Construction, INC. as the lowest responsive and responsible bidder.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. On February 19, 2026, the City of Corning opened five formal bids for the City Plaza Project. After review, staff determined that Ginno Construction, Inc. submitted the lowest responsive bid at $9,772,000. This was the second solicitation for the project. The first round of bids was rejected because the original plans and specifications did not fully comply with the Build America, Buy America (BABA) Act. Staff worked with COAR to revise the plans and specifications to ensure BABA compliance and incorporated RFIs received during the initial bidding process before re-advertising the project.
The project is primarily funded through Proposition 68 Grant funds, Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, and City Park Land Development Funds, and the recommended contract amount of $9,772,000 is consistent with the available funding.
City Manager, Brant Mesker, added some background information on Ginno’s good track record with previous projects and how they were awarded the remodel project for the Veteran’s Hall in Corning. Ginno’s also has had a few more recent projects involving parks, so they are a good fit for this project.
Councilor Hargens moved to award the bid and authorize the City Manager to negotiate and sign the contract for the City Plaza construction project to Ginno Construction, INC. in the amount of Item: G-2
$9,772,000; and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed 3% of the overall contract price; 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
K. ITEMS PLACED ON THE AGENDA FROM THE FLOOR: None.
L. COMMUNICATIONS, CORRESPONDENCE, AND INFORMATION: None.
M. REPORTS FROM MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS: No reports.
N. ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Snow adjourned the meeting at 4:12pm.
Attest:
______________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
Item: G-2
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, MARCH 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
City Clerk Rubi Ordaz
Public Works Director Eli Stanley
Planner/Rec. CoordinatorChristina Meeds
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: None.
F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
Opened: 5:31pm
Brooke Smith-The Senior Center has been doing fundraisers to re do the kitchen floor. She would like Council to consider funding the rest of the flooring in the upcoming budget.
Closed: 5:33pm
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 24, 2026, Closed Session and Regular City Council Meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. February 19 to March 4, 2026, Claim Warrant in the amount of $ 344,040.66.
4. March 4, 2026, Business License Report
5. February 2026 Treasurer’s Report
6. February 2026 Wages & Salaries: $ 474,414.47
7. February 2026 Building Permit Valuation Report in the amount of $ 537,747.
8. February 2026 City of Corning Wastewater Operations Summary Report.
9. Consider waiver of special event permit fees for four annual Chamber of Commerce community events.
Item: G-2
10. Second reading of Ordinance 717, an amendment to create standards for detached structures.
Councilor Valerio moved to approve consent items 1-10; 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: None
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS: None
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Declare the Corning Community Easter Egg Hunt a community event and consider waiver of special event permit fee for the fifth annual Corning Community Egg Hunt event.
Councilwoman Lomeli recused herself from the meeting due to a conflict of interest, for this event will be ran by her.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. Staff received a request from Lisa Lomeli for the City Council to waive the special event permit fee for the annual Corning Community Egg Hunt at Clark Park on March 28, 2026, and to provide a $500 donation. The event is a free, familyfriendly community activity for local children and is expected to attract up to 1,500 youth. This request has been approved in prior years, and the City Council must declare a community benefit to authorize the donation. Adequate funding is available in the Community Events Materials and Supplies budget line item
Councilor Demo moved to approve the waiver of the special event permit fee for the annual Corning Community Egg Hunt event to be held on March 28, 2026; declare the Corning Community Easter Egg Hunt a community event; and:
a) request that the City be recognized as a donor to the event; and b) authorize the donation with the requirement that purchase receipts showing the use of the donated funds be presented to the City.
Councilor Snow seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: Lomeli
Result: Motion approved, 4-0, with 1 abstention (Lomeli).
2. Request for Council input and consideration on the proposed water and sewer rate study.
Presented by City Manager, Brant and Consultant Alison. The City Council reviewed the draft Water and Sewer Rate Study on proposed rate schedules presented by LT Municipal Consultants. The study recommends a five-year rate structure to support operating costs, maintain debt coverage, and fund approximately $4.1 million in water and sewer capital improvements. It also proposes changes to the rate structures to better comply with Proposition 218 and simplify billing categories for customers.
Mayor Snow recommended implementing a smaller rate increase initially and deferring a larger increase to a future date. This approach would allow staff additional time to pursue grant opportunities and identify alternative funding sources for water and sewer capital improvements, with the goal of potentially avoiding the need for a more substantial increase later.
Item: G-2
Corning resident, Susan Price, suggested a few other options for the consultant to look into to help lower the initial increase.
Council reached a consensus to direct staff to revise the rate structure as proposed. The rate consultant will return on April 14th with revised results for the City Council to review and formalize the revised rates into a draft rate study report.
3. Annual Mid-year budget review and general discussion for fiscal year 2025/2026.
Presented by City Manager, Brant. He presented the mid-year budget update to the City Council to review the City’s financial status as of December 31, 2025, and provided any necessary budget adjustments. The report notes projected revenues and expenditures, highlights the City’s reliance on sales tax particularly from fuel and auto sales and discusses upcoming considerations such as water and sewer rate increases, employee contract negotiations, and major projects like the Recreation Center and City Plaza. The update also includes a request to amend the Position Allocation List to allow more flexibility in hiring lifeguards for the summer pool season without increasing costs. Also, the School Resource Officer was added in since it was noticed that it had been left out.
Councilor Demo moved to approve mid-year budget report and discussion and, approve the proposed budget adjustments as depicted in exhibit a, and authorize staff to make necessary changes and, approve the amended position allocation list (exhibit b); 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
4. Approve contract with Beard’s Custom Cabinets, Inc. for the construction and installation of new cabinets in the Police department.
Agenda item removed from the agenda.
5. Accept the Notice of Completion for the well drilling project with Well Industries, INC.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. The Well Drilling Project has been completed, inspected, and approved by City staff. The City Council is being asked to accept the Notice of Completion and authorize staff to file it with the Tehama County Clerk and Recorder.
The project was originally awarded on August 26, 2025, to Well Industries, Inc. for $995,190.00.
Three change orders totaling $38,516.00 brought the final project cost to $1,033,706.00.
Funding for the project comes from a $2,000,000 grant through the State of California Department of Water Resources under the Small Community Drought Relief Program. Of this, $1,033,706.00 was allocated to the well project, contributing to a total project funding allocation of $1,999,068.
Councilor Hargens moved to accept and direct the Public Works Director to sign the Notice of Completion and authorize the City Clerk to file notice with the Tehama County for recording; 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
Item: G-2
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 Senior Center meeting.
Valerio: No meetings.
Lomeli: No meetings.
Hargens: The Tehama County Landfill meeting was cancelled. She attended the Cal Cities Sacramento division meeting.
Snow: No meetings.
N. ADJOURNMENT:
Mayor Snow adjourned the meeting at 6:52pm.
Attest:
______________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
Item: G-2
Item No. : G-3
M E M O R A N D U M
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR & COUNCIL
FROM: Lori Sims
Accounting Technician
DATE: March 20, 2026
SUBJECT: CASH DISBURSEMENT DETAIL REPORT FOR COUNCIL MEETING:
Tuesday, March 24, 2026
PROPOSED CASH DISBURSEMENTS FOR YOUR APPROVAL CONSIST OF THE FOLLOWING:
A. Cash Disbursements Ending 03-18-2026 $155,132.31
GRAND TOTAL $155,132.31
3/18/2026 4:16:09 PM Page 1 of 3
Check Report
City of Corning, CA By Check Number
Date Range: 03/05/2026 - 03/18/2026
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number Bank Code: AP-AP Bank Code
HAY10 HAYDEN FIRE PROTECTION 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 -222.00 40541 USA01 USA BLUE BOOK 03/05/2026 Regular 0.00 134.82 40602 AGU01 ALEJANDRA AGUILAR 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 4,736.00 40603 CAL45 CAL FIRE 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 2,945.95 40604
CAR12 CARREL'S OFFICE SOLUTIONS 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 21.37 40605 FIR20 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 138.00 40606 FIR16 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 824.70 40607 JJA00 JJACPA INC 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 7,500.00 40608 LEA01 LEAGUE OF CALIFORNIA CITIES 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 105.00 40609 LEC00 LECHOWICZ & TSENG MUNICIPAL CONSULTANTS03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 6,370.00 40610 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, LLC 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 256.00 40611 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 522.15 40612 THO01 THOMES CREEK ROCK CO 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 134.33 40613 TPX00 TPX COMMUNICATIONS 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 1,267.25 40614 TRA09 TRANSUNION RISK & ALTERNATIVE - DATA SOLUTIONS, INC. 03/06/2026 Regular 0.00 152.00 40615 LUM00 LUMINACE 03/09/2026 Regular 0.00 7,890.54 40616
NOR15 NORTHERN CALIFORNIA GLOVE 03/09/2026 Regular 0.00 83.66 40617 RES04 RESERVE ACCOUNT 03/09/2026 Regular 0.00 3,000.00 40618 SCP00 SCP DISTRIBUTORS LLC 03/09/2026 Regular 0.00 404.50 40619 ATT17 AT&T 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 107.00 40620
BIG02 BIG VALLEY SANITATION, INC. 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 229.50 40621 FIR11 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 1,280.14 40622 FIR13 FIRST NATIONAL BANK OMAHA 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 6,422.82 40623 SCH01 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 1,014.24 40624 NOR47 NORTHSTAR 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 14,616.75 40625 PER00 PERMITIUM, LLC 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 2,400.00 40626 FER02 FERGUSON WATERWORKS #1423 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 925.50 40627 KNI00 KNIFE RIVER CONSTRUCTION 03/10/2026 Regular 0.00 1,011.22 40628 BAU00 BAUER COMPRESSORS 03/11/2026 Regular 0.00 1,589.61 40629 EMP04 EMPLOYERS INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES 03/11/2026 Regular 0.00 2,356.89 40630 IDE00 IDENTISYS INCORPORATED 03/11/2026 Regular 0.00 2,201.11 40631 COR11 CORNING SAFE & LOCK 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 22.62 40632 DEP12 DEPT OF JUSTICE 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 93.00 40633 JMB01 JMB OIL COMPANY 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 857.09 40634 PIT01 PITNEY BOWES 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 186.29 40635 TEH15 TEHAMA CO SHERIFF'S DEPT 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 81.00 40636 THE09 THE COPY SHOP 03/12/2026 Regular 0.00 43.09 40637 SCP00 SCP DISTRIBUTORS LLC 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 3,609.03 40641 BUS01 BUSINESS CONNECTIONS 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 57.00 40642 DEP03 DEPT OF TRANS/CAL TRANS 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 5,816.24 40643 HER08 HERITAGE INSURANCE AGENCY, INC. 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 973.85 40644 LOM01 LOMELI-BARRERA, LISA 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 500.00 40645 MOO07 MOORE & BOGENER, INC. 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 6,623.62 40646 PAC29 PACE ANALYTICAL SERVICES, LLC 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 366.00 40647 PAY01 PAYGOV.US LLC 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 1,963.15 40648 PER06 PERKINS AUTO GLASS 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 695.74 40649 PGE05 PG&E 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 3,081.16 40650
VER02 VERIZON WIRELESS 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 228.06 40651 BRA03 BRASIER, DELOS V. 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 247.23 40652 COP02 COPY CENTER 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 53.75 40653
GOL07 GOLDEN WEST INDUSTRIAL SUPPLY 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 457.80 40654 QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 166.27 40655 ADP00 ADP, INC. 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 537.40 40656
STR13 STREAMLINE ENGINEERING, INC. 03/17/2026 Regular 0.00 9,999.00 40657 Check Report Date Range: 03/05/2026 - 03/18/2026
3/18/2026 4:16:09 PM Page 2 of 3
Vendor Number Vendor Name Payment Date Payment Type Discount Amount Payment Amount Number AIR00 AIRGAS USA, LLC 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 231.26 40658 ATT15 AT&T MOBILITY 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 1,026.03 40659 BDI00 BDI 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 68.38 40660
GOR00 GORDON TRUCK CENTERS, INC. 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 120.53 40661 SCH01 LES SCHWAB TIRE CENTER 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 1,172.78 40662 PGE2B PG&E 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 12,393.32 40663
PGE01 PG&E 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 32,382.48 40664
PGE04 PG&E 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 406.68 40665
QUI02 QUILL CORPORATION 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 31.41 40666 HAY10 HAYDEN FIRE PROTECTION 03/18/2026 Regular 0.00 222.00 40667 Regular Checks
Manual Checks
Voided Checks
Discount
Payment
Payment Type Count
Bank Code AP Summary
Bank Drafts
EFT's
63 0
1 0
0 0.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
64 0.00
Payment
155,354.31
0.00 -222.00
0.00 0.00
155,132.31
Payable
Count
78 0
0 0
0 78
Check Report Date Range: 03/05/2026 - 03/18/2026
3/18/2026 4:16:09 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
63 0
1 0
0 0.00
0.00 0.00
0.00 0.00
64 0.00
155,354.31
0.00 -222.00
0.00 0.00
155,132.31
78 0
0 0
0 78
Fund Name Period Amount
Fund Summary
000 Pooled Cash 3/2026 155,132.31
155,132.31
Date..: Mar 18, 2026 CITY OF CORNING Page.: 1
Time..: 4:18 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 ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- BELLER HOME & BUILDI 801 WALNUT ST CORNING, CA 96021 CONSTRUCTION REMODELS/REPAIRS 03/18/26 BITAS PHOTOGRAPHY 3834 TOOMES AVE CORNING, CA 96021 PHOTOGRAPH PORTRAITS, EVENTS 03/05/26 INTEGRITY BACKFLOW S 2018 BOWEN CT GRIDLEY, CA 95948 BACKFLOW SERVICES-BACKFLOW TESTING & 03/05/26 KEYS WIGGLE WALKS 382 LA MESA CT CORNING, CA 96021 PROFESSIONAL DOG WALKING SERVICES 03/05/26 MYSTIC MASSAGE 1328 WEST SACRAMENTO AVE CHICO, CA 95926 MOBILE MASSAGE THERAPY 03/11/26 NORTHSTATE BACKFLOW 1270 SOUTHPOINTE DR RED BLUFF, CA 96080 BACKFLOW TESTING-CROSS CONNECTION 03/05/26 THE NAIL STUDIO 1706 SOLANO ST CORNING, CA 96021 NAIL TECHNICIAN-BEAUTY SALON 03/05/26 TRAFFIC DATA SERVICE 1515 E. CEDAR AVE STE C5 FLAGSTAFF, AZ 86004 TRAFFIC ENGINEERING CONSULTANT 03/11/26 ZUBIRI SOLUTIONS LLC 18585 STALLION DR RED BLUFF, CA 96080 HANDYMAN SERVICES/RENTALS/HOMES 03/11/26 Item: G-4
ITEM NO: G-5
APPROVE WAIVER OF SPECIAL EVENT
PERMIT FOR THE HEALTHY FAMILIES
TEHAMA PARENT GROUP EVENT TO
BE HELD APRIL 10, 2026.
MARCH 24, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAJOR AND COUCILMEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUMMARY:
Staff received a request from the Tehama County Health Services Agency for City Council to approve a waiver of the special event permit fee for the use of the gazebo located at the Skate Park for the annual Healthy Families Tehama Parent Group event. The event is scheduled to take place on April 10, 2026, from 10:00 AM – 11:30 AM. This is a private event for families enrolled in either Healthy Families Tehama or the Tehama County Department of Education’s Help Me Grow Program.
BACKGROUND:
Staff requests Council approval to waive the special event permit fee normally charged ($235) for the Healthy Families Tehama Parent Group event.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL APPROVE WAIVER OF SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT
FEE FOR THE HEALTHY FAMILIES TEHAMA PARENT GROUP EVENT TO BE HELD APRIL 10, 2026.
ITEM NO.: I-1
PUBLIC HEARING AND ACTION ON
REQUEST FOR DISPOSAL SERVICE
RATE INCREASE
March 24, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND CITY COUNCIL
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
RUBI ORDAZ, ADMIN. SERVICES MANAGER/CITY CLERK
SUMMARY:
The rate increase proposed is 12.89%. The rate increase is based upon the methodology described in Section 6 of the Refuse Collection Agreement. The increase for residential customers with 96-gallon service will be from $29.90 to $33.74 per month, an increase of $3.84.
Should residents have excess capacity, they may choose to downsize their current 96-gallon cart to a 64-gallon cart at $31.08 per month, for a monthly savings of $2.66. The Senior Citizen rate for the smaller 32-gallon roller cart will rise from $14.94 to $18.28 per month, an increase of $3.34 per month. Such senior citizen rate will be 75% of the normal Refuse rate, except the rate adjustment on 4/1/26 will be 62.98% of the normal Refuse rate and the rate adjustment on 4/1/27 will be 68.21% of the normal Refuse rate. The cost of commercial service is based on service level and would also increase by 8.58%. Rates are detailed in Exhibit C of the Agreement (attached). If approved, the new rates will become effective April 1, 2026.
The annual CPI increase adjustments are specifically addressed within the Agreement (copy of applicable section attached as Exhibit “A”). As a result of the Agreement approved by the City Council on January 27, 2026, Staff scheduled the matter for Council consideration and sent out notices of the hearing to all utility customers.
Commercial rates vary by service need (size/frequency of service).
NOTICE:
Notices (Exhibit “B”) of this hearing were sent to all utility customers on February 6, 2026 in accordance with Proposition 218, the “Right to Vote on Taxes Act”. All protests received to date are attached.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL, HAVING CONDUCTED THE PUBLIC HEARING AND RECEIVED ALL PROTESTS; APPROVE THE PROPOSED DISPOSAL SERVICE RATE INCREASE OF 12.89%, AS SHOWN ON THE RATE SCHEDULE ATTACHED AS EXHIBIT “C” TO BECOME EFFECTIVE APRIL 1, 2026.
EXHIBIT “A”
6.7 Annual CPI Rate Adjustment. Commencing on April 1, 2026 and on April 1 annually thereafter, the rates set forth on Exhibit C shall, subject to CITY Council review to confirm calculations, be adjusted by a percentage equal to the percent change in the average CPI: Urban Consumer – Garbage and trash collection ("CPI"), as published by the Bureau of Labor Statistics, for the 12-month period ending the previous September 30. Not later than November 30 of each year, CONTRACTOR shall notify the CITY of its intent to increase the rate and provide the rate computations and a proposed new schedule. The CITY Manager shall promptly schedule the request for a rate adjustment on the next CITY Council agenda at which action could be taken in accordance with all applicable laws and regulations. In the event an annual CPI adjustment would be lower than 0%, based on the above calculation, then the CPI adjustment shall be 0% for such year. The senior citizen rate will be adjusted as set forth in Section 6.2.1.
6.2.1 Senior Residential Services. Senior citizens may receive services at the rate provided in Exhibit C. Such senior citizen rate will be 75% of the normal Refuse rate, except the rate adjustment on 4/1/26 will be 62.98% of the normal Refuse rate and the rate adjustment on 4/1/27 will be 68.21% of the normal Refuse rate).
In order to qualify for the reduced senior rate, the account holder residing at the property must be 65 years of age or older, as shown by driver's license or other identification acceptable to CITY.
EXHIBIT “B”
Notice to Property Owners
Proposed Annual CPI Increase for Disposal Service
Each year Corning Disposal Company may request a Refuse Customer Rate Increase limited to the past year’s Consumer Price Index (CPI). A Public Hearing on their proposed rate increase of
12.89% will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2026. The proposed rates for residences & Senior Citizens are shown in the box below. This increase would amount to $3.84 for 96-gal cart residential customers, $3.34 for Senior Citizens service per month. If approved, new rates will become effective April 1, 2026.
This Hearing gives the City Council and the Public the opportunity to discuss and object to the proposed rate increase, but, according to the contract, “the City Council shall not unreasonably withhold” the rate increase.
Corning Disposal’s Service includes yard waste pickup, street sweeping, recycling, and scheduled large household item pickups per customer per year at no additional cost. A second recycling cart can also be provided free of charge for residential accounts.
Recycling is also included for commercial accounts.
Since City Code requires all residents to take the disposal service at the negotiated fee, the City believes it must inform every property owner and conduct a public hearing to receive any fee protests. Please contact City Hall at 530-824-7033 if you have questions.
Only Written Protests filed by Property Owners will be counted. If a majority protests, the rate increase will not be enacted. Written protests should be sent to: City Clerk, 794 Third St., Corning, CA 96021 and must be received by March 24, 2026, for presentation at the Public Hearing. Written protests may also be personally delivered to the Hearing. Protests must include name, address, and the Assessor’s Parcel Number of your property.
Notice of Public Hearing
The City Council encourages you to attend the Public Hearing, Tuesday, March 24, 2026, at 5:30 PM, to be held in the City Council Chambers, 794 Third Street, Corning, California Annual Rate Adjustments
The proposed rate schedule also includes annual rate adjustments. The rates shall be adjusted on April 1 of each year, beginning on April 1, 2026 and annually thereafter to reflect one-hundred percent (100%) of the annual change in the CPI: Urban Consumer – Garbage and trash collection (the “CPI”), compiled and published by the United States Department of Labor; Bureau of Labor Statistics, based on one hundred percent (100%) of the annual percentage change in the CPI for twelve months ending December 31 of the previous year as compared to the twelve months ending December 31 of the next previous year; provided.
Any adjustments will be performed consistent with California law, including Proposition 218, if applicable.
Monthly Service Charges for both Residential and Commercial customers is proposed to increase by 8.58%.
Current Proposed Rate
Monthly Rate Effective April 1, 2026
$27.53 for a 96 gal. roller cart $ 33.74
$29.90 for a 64 gal. roller cart $ 31.08
$14.94 for a 32 gal. Senior Citizen Cart $ 18.28
Commercial Rates will go up by 8.58%. The Commercial 96-gal. roller cart will be set at $50.62, and the 64-gal. roller will be $46.62.
Aviso a los propietarios
Aumento anual propuesto del IPC para el servicio de eliminación Cada año, Corning Disposal Company puede solicitar un aumento de la tarifa de clientes de residuos limitado al Índice de Precios al Consumidor (IPC) del año anterior. Se celebrará una audiencia pública sobre su propuesta aumento de tarifas del 12.89% el Martes 24 de Marzo de 2026. Las tarifas propuestas para residencias y personas mayores se muestran en el cuadro de abajo. Este aumento seria de $3.84 para los clientes residenciales de carritos de 96 galones y $3.34 para el servicio a personas mayores al mes. Si se aprueban, las nuevas tarifas entrarán en vigor el 1 de Abril de 2026.
Esta audiencia da al Ayuntamiento y al Público la oportunidad de discutir y oponerse al aumento propuesto de tarifas, pero, según el contrato, "el Ayuntamiento no retendrá de forma irrazonable" el aumento de tarifa.
El servicio de Corning Disposal incluye recogida de residuos de jardín, barrido de calles, reciclaje y recogidas programadas de objetos domésticos grandes por cliente al año, sin coste adicional.
También se puede proporcionar un segundo carrito de reciclaje de forma gratuita para las cuentas residenciales. El reciclaje también está incluido en las cuentas comerciales.
Dado que el Código de la Ciudad exige que todos los residentes acepten el servicio de eliminación mediante la tarifa negociada, la Ciudad considera que debe informar a todos los propietarios y celebrar una audiencia pública para recibir cualquier protesta. Por favor, contacte con el Ayuntamiento en el 530-824- 7033 si tiene preguntas.
Solo se contarán las protestas por escrito presentadas por los propietarios. Si la mayoría protesta, el aumento de tasas no se promulgará. Las protestas por escrito deben enviarse a: City Clerk, 794 Third St., Corning, CA 96021 y deben recibirse antes del 24 de Marzo de 2026 para su presentación en la Audiencia Pública. Las protestas por escrito también pueden ser presentadas personalmente en la audiencia. Las protestas deben incluir nombre, dirección y el número de parcela del tasador de tu propiedad.
Aviso de Audiencia Pública
El Ayuntamiento le anima a asistir a la Audiencia Pública, el Martes 24 de Marzo de 2026 a las 5:30pm, que se celebrará en la Sala del Ayuntamiento, 794 Third Street, Corning, California Ajustes anuales de tarifas
El calendario de tarifas propuesto también incluye ajustes anuales de tarifas. Las tarifas se ajustarán el 1 de abril de cada año, a partir del 1 de abril de 2026 y anualmente a partir de entonces para reflejar el cien por cien (100%) del cambio anual en el IPC: Consumo Urbano – Recogida de Basura y Basura (el "IPC"), compilado y publicado por el Departamento de Trabajo de los Estados Unidos; Oficina de Estadísticas Laborales, basada en el cien por cien (100%) del cambio porcentual anual del IPC durante los doce meses que terminaron el 31 de diciembre del año anterior en comparación con los doce meses que terminaron el 31 de diciembre del año anterior; proporcionado. Cualquier ajuste se realizará conforme a la ley de California, incluida la Proposición 218, si procede.
Se propone que los cargos mensuales de servicio tanto para clientes residenciales como comerciales aumenten un 8.58%.
Tarifa mensual acutal Vigente a partir del 1 de Abril de 2026 $27.53 por un carrito de ruedas de 96 gal $33.74
$29.90 por un carrito de ruedas de 64 gal $31.08
$14.94 por un carrito para personas mayores de 32 galones $18.28 Las tarifas comerciales aumentarán un 8.58%. El carrito comercial de 96 galones estará fijado en $50.62 dólares, y el de 64 galones en $46.62 dólares.
EXHIBIT C
RATE SCHEDULE
CITY OF CORNING
RATE SCHEDULE
Effective April 1, 2026
RESIDENTIAL RATES
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Cart Rates
64 Gallon MSW (up to 2-64 Gallon Recycling Carts and 1-96 Gallon Green Waste Cart) $31.08
96 Gallon MSW (up to 2-64 Gallon Recycling Carts and 1-96 Gallon Green Waste Cart) $33.74
1-32 Gallon Senior Citizen Cart (up to 2-64 Gallon Recycling Carts and 1-96 Gallon Green Waste Cart)* $18.28
Additional Recycling (after 2 free) or Green Waste Carts (after 1 free) $9.32
* Only 1 cart at the discounted rate (by 4/1/29, this will be 75% of the 64 Gallon rate)
ANCILLARY RATES
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Residential
Side Yard Service - up to 50 feet $13.67
Go back charge (same day by noon, otherwise considered nonservice day) - all material types $16.54 Extra Pickup on non-service day - all material types $23.96 Contamination charge: Recycle & Green Waste $22.25
Overfull Container: all material types $22.25
Replace lost or stolen cart $127.11
Replace or Exchange damaged container (not caused by WM) $127.11 Account reactivation charge (from bad pay) - no delivery $67.28 Account reactivation charge (from bad pay) - w/ delivery $119.62 Late Payment charge
2.5% of
balance
($5.00 min.)
COMMERCIAL AND MULTI-FAMILY RATES**
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Cart Rates
64-Gallon MSW Cart - 1X Week $46.62
96-Gallon MSW Cart - 1X Week $50.62
Bin Rates
1 Yard - 1X Week $107.46
1.5 Yard - 1X Week $150.26
1.5 Yard - 2X Week $274.92
2 Yard - 1X Week $193.17
2 Yard - 2X Week $380.22
2 Yard - 3X Week $485.19
3 Yard - 1X Week $274.92
3 Yard - 2X Week $491.94
3 Yard - 3X Week $637.06
4 Yard - 1X Week $360.69
4 Yard - 2X Week $615.91
4 Yard - 3X Week $832.92
4 Yard - 4X Week $1,128.53
6 Yard - 1X Week $491.94
6 Yard - 2X Week $832.94
6 Yard - 3X Week $1,173.79
6 Yard - 4X Week $1,479.01
6 Yard - 5X Week $1,784.21
Recycling
64-Gallon Roller Cart - 1X Week (after 2 free) $27.45
1 Yard - 1X Week $64.48
1.5 Yard - 1X Week $80.89
1.5 Yard - 2X Week $114.72
2 Yard - 1X Week $93.17
2 Yard - 2X Week $152.85
2 Yard - 3X Week $188.43
3 Yard - 1X Week $134.19
3 Yard - 2X Week $195.71
3 Yard - 3X Week $259.28
4 Yard - 1X Week $140.15
4 Yard - 2X Week $233.73
4 Yard - 3X Week $299.66
6 Yard - 1X Week $180.33
6 Yard - 2X Week $293.11
6 Yard - 3X Week $371.45
Green Waste
96-Gallon Roller Cart - 1X Week $33.13
Extra Pickup Rates Same Day - all material types
Roller Cart Extra Pickup $24.80
1 Yard - Extra Pickup $32.24
1.5 Yard - Extra Pickup $45.08
2 Yard - Extra Pickup $57.95
3 Yard - Extra Pickup $82.48
4 Yard - Extra Pickup $108.21
6 Yard - Extra Pickup $147.58
Extra Pickup Rates Non-Service Day - all material types Roller Cart Extra Pickup $32.90
1 Yard - Extra Pickup $59.10
1.5 Yard - Extra Pickup $82.64
2 Yard - Extra Pickup $106.24
3 Yard - Extra Pickup $151.21
4 Yard - Extra Pickup $198.38
6 Yard - Extra Pickup $270.57
Temporary Bin Rate
4 Yard “BIN-A-DAY” 3 Day Rental $151.44
Per Day rental charge after three days $47.68
**Trash service includes 2 64G recycling carts
ANCILLARY RATES
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Commercial
Contamination charge: Recycle & Green Waste $76.78
Overfull Container: all material types $104.26
Lock Fee per bin (per month, per lock) $7.77
Lock Replacement Fee $12.95
Long walk service. Up to 100 feet $15.03
Replace or Exchange damaged container (not caused by WM) $127.11 Account reactivation charge (from bad pay) - no delivery $67.28 Account reactivation charge (from bad pay) - w/ delivery $119.62 Late Payment charge
2.5% of
balance
($5.00 min.)
ROLL OFF BIN RATES
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Temporary Drop Box Rates
20 Yard Haul - includes 3 tons* $728.05
30 Yard Haul - includes 3 tons* $816.26
Compactor Rates
Compactor Haul Rate - Any Size - does not include tonnage** $555.20 *Disposal over 3 tons are charged actual disposal charges from Tehama County/Red Bluff Landfill
**Customer owned. Actual tonnage is charged from Tehama County/Red Bluff Landfill
ANCILLARY RATES
New Rate
Effective
April 1, 2026
Roll Off
Per Day rental charge after seven days $47.68
Roll Off Trip Charge $229.02
Relocation Charge (Move box to new location on customers current site) $229.02
Late Payment charge
2.5% of
balance
($5.00 min.)
ITEM NO: J-1
APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH J&J
PUMP, FOR THE CITY OF CORNING
BLACKBURN WELL REPAIR PROJECT
IN THE AMOUNT OF $34,257.96
MARCH 24, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
BACKGROUND:
The Blackburn Well is one of the City’s highest-producing groundwater wells and plays a critical role in meeting system demands, particularly during peak summer months. Recently, the well was taken out of service due to mechanical issues affecting pump performance and reliability.
To diagnose the issue, staff contacted multiple qualified pump contractors to pull the pump and evaluate the condition of the well equipment. J&J Pump provided the lowest responsive quote and was selected to perform the diagnostic work.
The California Uniform Construction Accounting Commission allows the City to receive quotes for Public Works Projects less than $60,000. Staff has attached the agreement and quote for Council review.
SUMMARY:
Following removal and inspection of the pump, it was determined that the 11CLC Bowl has failed and requires replacement. The scope of work includes the installation of a new bowl assembly, new bearings, and the reinstallation of the pump to restore full functionality.
Completing this repair is time-sensitive to ensure the Blackburn Well is operational before the upcoming summer season, when water demand is at its highest. Failure to complete the repair in a timely manner could reduce system redundancy and place additional strain on other production wells.
J&J Pump is familiar with the well, has already completed the diagnostic work, and is prepared to proceed with repairs promptly upon approval, minimizing downtime and additional mobilization costs.
FINANCIAL:
Funding for this repair will be paid from the Water – Well Repair line item 633-7420-6351.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL APPROVE THE:
• APPROVE AGREEMENT AND AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO SIGN THE
CONTRACT WITH J&J PUMP FOR THE BLACKBURN WELL REPAIR PROJECT AT A COST NOT TO EXCEED $34,257.96
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QUOTE TO REPLACE 11CLC LINE SHAFT TURBINE UTILIZING EXISTING COLUMN, SHAFTING AND HEAD
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AGREEMENT
THIS AGREEMENT IS MADE AND ENTERED INTO as of this 25 day of March 2026, by and between the City of Corning, a Municipal Corporation, hereinafter referred to as “City” and J&J Pump, hereinafter referred to as “Contractor”. It is hereby agreed by and between the parties that Contractor shall replace the 11CLC line shaft turbine utilizing the existing column, shafting, and head and furnish and install a complete new bowl assembly and new bearings, as hereinafter more particularly described hereafter.
1. CONTRACTOR’S OBLIGATION:
a. Contractor shall, safely perform the replacement of the 11CLC line shaft turbine utilizing the existing column, shafting, and head and furnish and install a complete new bowl assembly and new bearings as described in Exhibit A. Such improvement shall be done safely and in a workmanlike manner with the materials approved and as indicated herein.
The City reserves unto itself the right to reject any or all performance hereunder and to require touch-up and/or follow-up services to the City’s satisfaction and without further compensation.
b. Contractor shall, during the term of this Contract, maintain a valid City of Corning Business License.
2. COMPENSATION / TERM
For those services as outlined in Blackburn Well Repair – Exhibit A a. hereto the City shall pay to Contractor a not-to-exceed amount of $34,257.96 unless terminated under Section 3.
b. City will pay Contractor, upon completion of the project. However, should performance not be satisfactory as determined by the Public Works Director, as hereinafter specified, the City may retain and use such funds as the Public Works Director deems appropriate for purposes of ensuring proper performance and/or hiring other general engineering companies to complete the contract to the City’s satisfaction.
3. TERMINATION:
Should contractor fail to perform satisfactorily as herein set forth, City reserves to itself the right to cancel any remaining portion of said contract upon thirty days written notice to Contractor, by notice in writing provided to Contractor at his usual place of business. Should Contractor breach any of the terms and conditions of this contract, or violate any laws, especially those relative to negligent behavior that puts the public at risk, the City reserves unto itself the right to direct Contractor to immediately cease performance and then terminate this contract thereafter, upon thirty days written notice, and pay contractor such amounts as he may then be entitled to on a pro-rata basis (pro-rated according to amount of work satisfactorily completed).
4. PAYMENTS:
The acceptance of the final payment by the Contractor shall constitute a waiver of all claims by him.
5. SUSPENSION OF WORK:
The Public Works Director shall have authority to suspend the work wholly or in part for such period as he may deem necessary to investigate complaints regarding improper or unsafe use of equipment.
6. AUTHORITY OF DIRECTOR OF PUBLIC WORKS:
The Public Works Director shall be the City’s representative in deciding any and all questions that may arise as to the quality or acceptability of the work performed, all questions that arise as to the acceptable fulfillment of the contract on the part of the Contractor, and all questions as to claims and compensation. The City Manager also is authorized to act as the City’s representative at any time with respect to this agreement. Contractor is an independent contractor; therefore the City will not be supervising the work performed or directing Contractor how to do his work but will be expecting the Contractor to perform all work agreed upon in a safe and professional manner according to the terms of this agreement.
7. LAWS TO BE OBSERVED:
The Contractor shall keep himself fully informed of all State, Federal and Municipal Ordinances and/or regulations of the City of Corning which in any manner affect those engaged in or employed in the work, or the materials used in the work, or which in any way affect the conduct of the work and of all such orders and decrees of bodies or tribunals having any jurisdiction or authority over the same. Contractor must comply with all provisions of the Immigration Reform and Control Act and of the California Labor Code which includes the requirements of the prevailing wage laws and the obligation to register with the Department of Industrial Relations.
8. PREVAILING WAGE:
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. A failure to pay the required prevailing wage may result in a penalty through forfeiture as set forth in Labor Code section 1775.
9. LABOR DISCRIMINATION:
No discrimination shall be made in the employment of persons in this project because of race, religious creed, color, national origin, ancestry, physical handicap, medical condition, marital status or sex of such persons. Violation of this section shall subject Contractor to penalties referenced in Section 1735 of the Labor Code.
10. RESPONSIBILITY FOR DAMAGES:
Neither the City of Corning, the City Council, nor the City Staff, shall be responsible or accountable in any manner for any loss or damage that may happen during the work or any part thereof; or for any materials or equipment used in performing the work; or for injury or damage to any person or persons, either workers or the public; or for damage to adjoining property from any cause whatsoever.
LIABILITY INSURANCE:
The Contractor shall secure and maintain in full force and effect, during the term of this agreement and for one year thereafter, a valid comprehensive public liability and property damage insurance policy listing the City as additional insured in the following amounts:
a. $2,000,000.00 for death or injury to any person arising out of any incident or accident; b. $50,000.00 for property damage arising out of any one incident or accident.
10. WORKMAN’S COMPENSATION INSURANCE:
Contractor at all times shall keep fully insured, at his own expense, all persons employed by him in connection with this Agreement as required by Workman’s Compensation and Insurance (California Labor Code Section 3200 et seq.), and shall hold the City free and harmless from all liabilities that may arise by reason of the injuries to any of the employees of the Contractor who are injured while performing at work any labor necessary to carry out the provisions of this agreement.
11. CERTIFICATION OF INSURANCE AND CANCELLATION THEREOF:
The Contractor shall keep on file with the City a Certificate of Insurance duly executed by the Contractor’s insurance carrier or carriers, which shall serve as evidence of the continued existence of said insurance policies. The Contractor’s insurance carriers shall be required to give the City thirty (30) days written notice prior to the cancellation of the Contractor’s Insurance.
12. INDEMNITY, DEFENSE AND HOLD HARMLESS:
The Contractor shall indemnify, defend and save harmless the City of Corning, the City Council, and the City Staff from any suits, claims, liability, loss, damages, fines, penalties, settlements or actions brought by any person or entity for, or on account of, any injuries or damage arising from, or related to in any way, the work performed, or not performed, as set forth in this contract no matter how removed. The City may retain so much of the money due the Contractor as shall be considered necessary until disposition has been made of such suits or claims for damages as aforesaid.
Any defense obligation arising from this contract requires retention of qualified legal counsel of no less than five years of experience in the area of contract litigation.
13. ACCIDENTS:
The Contractor shall provide at the site of the project such equipment and medical facilities as are necessary to supply first aid service to anyone who may be injured in connection with the work.
The Contractor must promptly report in writing to the city all accidents whatsoever arising out of, or in connection with the performance of the work, whether on or adjacent to the job site, which caused death, personal injury, or property damages, giving full details and statements of witnesses. In addition, if death or serious injuries or serious damages are caused, the accident shall be reported to the City immediately by telephone or messenger.
14. SAFETY:
In accordance with generally accepted practices, the Contractor will be solely and completely responsible for the conditions of the job site(s), including safety of all persons and property during the performance of the work. This requirement will apply continuously and not be limited to normal working hours.
15. CONTRACTOR AGREEMENT:
Contractor agrees to perform the services between the hours of 7:00 a.m., and 6:00 p.m., on any day.
16. NON-EMPLOYEE STATUS:
Contractor agrees and affirms that nothing in this agreement causes or creates an employer/employee relationship between City and Contractor.
CERTIFICATION
CITY:
By: ______________________________ Dated_______________________ Brant Mesker, City Manager
CONTRACTOR:
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