CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION AGENDA
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER: 5:00 p.m.
B. 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.
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS:
D. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Conference with Real Property Negotiations (54956.8) Property: APN 075-290-036, 075-290-038, 075-290-004
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, SEPTEMBER 22, 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.
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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 September 8, 2026, Closed and Regular City Council Meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. Approve waiver of special event permit for the annual Corning Community Trunk or Treat event to be held on October 31, 2026.
H. ITEMS REMOVED FROM THE CONSENT AGENDA:
I. PUBLIC HEARINGS AND MEETINGS:
J. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Receive directions on Yolo Street Rehabilitation Project and approve the plans and specifications.
2. Approve the agreement with Sierra Landscaping & Maintenance Inc. for the Lennox Field Rehabilitation Project.
3. Proposed Tentative Parcel Map 2026-02; Map to split parcel 073-020-076 into two parcels.
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, September 18, 2026
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
CLOSED SESSION MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 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:
Council: Dave Demo, Chuy Valerio, Shelly Hargens, and Lisa Lomeli Mayor: Robert Snow
C. PUBLIC COMMENTS: No comments.
D. REGULAR AGENDA:
1. Conference with labor negotiator pursuant to section 54957.6:
Agency Negotiator: Brant Mesker, City Manager
Management Bargaining Unit, Miscellaneous Bargaining Unit, Public Safety Bargaining Unit, and Dispatch Bargaining Unit.
E. ADJOURN TO REGULARLY SCHEDULED CITY COUNCIL MEETING AND REPORT ON CLOSED SESSION:
The closed session was adjourned at 6:07pm. Mayor Snow reported that there were no reportable actions.
CITY OF CORNING
CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 8, 2026
CITY COUNCIL CHAMBERS
794 THIRD STREET
A. CALL TO ORDER:
The meeting was called to order by Mayor Snow at 6:08pm due to the closed session taking longer than expected.
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.
Item: G-2
E. PROCLAMATIONS, RECOGNITIONS, APPOINTMENTS, PRESENTATIONS: None F. PUBLIC COMMENTS AND BUSINESS FROM THE FLOOR:
No comments from the audience.
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 August 25, 2026, Regular City Council Meeting with any necessary corrections.
3. August 2026, Claim Warrant in the amount of $ 918,726.32.
4. August 2026, Business License Report
5. August 2026 Treasurer’s Report
6. August 2026 Wages & Salaries: $ 521,155.64
7. August 2026 Building Permit Valuation Report in the amount of $ 3,225,240.
8. August 2026 City of Corning Wastewater Operations Summary Report.
9. Second reading of Ordinance 718, amending the cross-connection control
10. Accept Notice of Completion to Bickley’s Air Conditioning and Heating for the HVAC unit replacement at the Corning Library.
11. Consider waiver of special event permit fee for the Red Ribbon Week Kids & Cops Carnival to be held on October 26, 2026.
Councilor Valerio moved to approve consent items 1-11; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, and 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. Informational presentation regarding the 2026 pool season and feedback to staff Presented by Pool Manager, Christina Meeds. The 2026 pool season saw increased participation and strong community support, particularly for the additional night swim. Staff is seeking direction on whether pool fees should remain the same or increase. The Swim Team has requested Monday night skills practice and a return to morning practices, which staff can accommodate by adjusting the schedule.
No motion required. Council provided feedback.
2. Authorize staff to solicit bids for the Colusa Street Rehabilitation Project.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. Staff recommends approving the plans and authorizing bids for the Colusa Street Rehabilitation Project, covering Colusa Street from Edith Avenue to 3rd Street. The project is funded with $114,816 in Measure A funds and $160,750 from the Street Account.
Councilor Demo moved to approve plans and specifications and authorize staff to solicit bids for the Colusa Street Rehabilitation Project; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Item: G-2
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, and Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
3. Approve agreement with Adam’s Pool Specialties for the large pool resurfacing project.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. Staff recommends awarding the Large Pool Resurfacing Project to Adam’s Pool Solutions, the lowest responsive and responsible bidder, for $110,630. The project is within the $150,000 approved budget, which includes $50,000 in McConnell Fund grant funding.
Councilor Hargens moved to approve agreement with Adam’s Pool Specialties for the Large Pool Resurfacing Project in the amount of $110,630.00 and authorize the City Manager to execute change orders not to exceed 10% of the overall contract price; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, and Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
4. Award purchase of and authorize Public Works to procure one new F-150/half ton 4x2 regular cab pickup from Corning Ford.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. Staff recommends awarding the purchase of a new F-150/1500 pickup to Corning Ford for $46,604.53, the only responsive bidder. The vehicle will replace the City’s 2008 Ford Ranger, which has exceeded its service life. The purchase is within the $67,500 budget, leaving $20,895.47 remaining.
Councilor Demo moved to award purchase of and authorize public works to procure one (1) new f-150/half ton 4x2 regular cab pickup from Corning Ford in the amount of $46,604.53; and authorize the public works department to declare unit 4 as surplus and send it to auction; Councilor Valerio seconded the motion.
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, and Lomeli
Absent: None
Abstain/Opposed: None
Result: Motion was approved by a 5-0 vote
5. Approve a letter of support for the ChicoStart Northern California SBDC Neighborhood Branch Application.
Presented by Public Works Director, Eli Stanley. Staff recommends approving a Letter of Support for ChicoSTART’s application to establish a Northern California SBDC Neighborhood Branch in Corning. The branch would provide free business advising, training, technical assistance, and access to resources and capital, supporting local entrepreneurs, businesses, and economic development.
Councilor Demo moved to approve the letter of support and authorize the City Manager to execute the letter on behalf of the City of Corning; Councilor Hargens seconded the motion.
Item: G-2
Ayes: Snow, Valerio, Demo, Hargens, and 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:
Demo: He had no meetings.
Lomeli: She had no meetings.
Valerio: Attended the Tuesday Night Market and was pleased with the attendance.
Hargens: Attended a Tehama County Landfill meeting. They will be having a couple of events for Tehama County residents. There will be a free tire collection and a community clean up event.
Snow: Attended the Tuesday Night Market and thought there was great participation.
N. ADJOURNMENT:
The meeting was adjourned by Mayor Snow at 6:46pm.
Attest:
_______________________
Rubi Ordaz, City Clerk
Item: G-2
ITEM NO: G-3
APPROVE WAIVER OF SPECIAL EVENT
PERMIT FEE FOR THE ANNUAL
CORNING COMMUNITY TRUNK OR
TREAT EVENT TO BE HELD ON
OCTOBER 31, 2026.
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAJOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUMMARY:
Staff received a request from Lisa Lomeli for City Council to waive the special event permit fee for the use of Northside Park for the annual Corning Community Trunk or Treat event. The event is scheduled for October 31, 2026, from 5:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
The event is a community-based activity that provides local children with a safe, family-friendly opportunity to participate in trunk or treating at no cost.
BACKGROUND:
Staff requests Council approval to waive the special event permit fee normally charged ($249) for the Corning Community Trunk or Treat event.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL
• APPROVE WAIVER OF SPECIAL EVENT PERMIT FEE FOR THE ANNUAL
CORNING COMMUNITY TRUNK OR TREAT EVENT TO BE HELD ON
OCTOBER 31, 2026.
ITEM NO.: J-1
APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS
AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SOLICIT BIDS
FOR THE YOLO STREET REHABILITATION
PROJECT
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUMMARY:
The Yolo Street Rehabilitation project was originally planned to consist of two layers of micro surfacing, similar to the Colusa Street Rehabilitation Project. During the review and design process, the existing roadway was found to be in significantly worse condition than originally anticipated. As a result, the project scope was expanded to fully rehabilitate the roadway.
The revised scope includes roadway excavation, rubberized chip seal, asphalt paving, curb and gutter installation, and valley gutter replacement. These improvements are intended to address the existing roadway deficiencies and provide a longer-term rehabilitation solution.
Staff recommends prioritizing the Yolo Street Rehabilitation Project and reallocating funds currently budgeted for the 5th Street Rehabilitation Project. Yolo Street is ready to be advertised for competitive bids, while the 5th Street Project remains in the design phase with several scope and cost items still being evaluated.
Once the plans and specifications for the 5th Street Project are complete, Staff will have a clearer understanding of the scope of work and funding needs for the project going into the Fiscal Year 2027– 2028 budgeting process.
FINANCIAL:
During the 2026/2027 budgeting process, Staff allocated $147,890.00 in Measure A funds for the project. The engineer’s estimate for the revised scope is $647,244.30, resulting in a funding shortfall of $499,354.30.
Staff recommends allocating up to $499,354.30 from the $685,000.00 currently allocated to the 5th Street Rehabilitation Project for the Yolo Street Rehabilitation Project. The 5th Street project is funded through the City’s Street Account, which is designated for street maintenance and rehabilitation.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL:
• ALLOCATE FUNDS TO THE YOLO STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT; AND • APPROVE THE PLANS AND SPECIFICATIONS AND AUTHORIZE STAFF TO SOLICIT BIDS FOR THE YOLO STREET REHABILITATION PROJECT.
ITEM NO.: J-2
APPROVE AGREEMENT WITH SIERRA
LANDSCAPING & MAINTENANCE INC
FOR THE LENNOX FIELD
REHABILITATION PROJECT IN THE
AMOUNT OF $110,630.00
SEPTEMBER 22, 2026
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND COUNCIL MEMBERS
FROM: BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
ELIJAH STANLEY, PUBLIC WORKS DIRECTOR
SUMMARY:
On Wednesday, September 2, 2026, the City received and publicly opened four (4) bids for the Lennox Field Rehabilitation Project. The project includes site preparation, removal of existing vegetation as needed, grading and soil preparation, including 2” of soil and amendments, hydroseeding, and establishment of new turf to provide a safe, durable, and playable field surface.
Staff reviewed all bids for completeness and compliance with the project specifications and applicable grant requirements. During the review, staff determined that the apparent low bidder, Custom Landscapes, was nonresponsive due to submitting an incomplete bid. As a result, Sierra Landscape and Maintenance, Inc. was determined to be the lowest responsive bidder. The bid tabulation is provided below for Council’s review.
Company Bid Amount
Custom Landscapes $45,044.17
Sierra Landscape & Maintenance, Inc. $138,000.00
Marina Landscape, Inc. $160,500.00
McEntire Landscaping, Inc. $227,220.00
FINANCIAL:
During the Fiscal Year 2026–2027 budget process, staff allocated $105,000 for the Lennox Field Rehabilitation Project. Corning Youth Soccer also contributed $10,000 toward the project.
The lowest responsive and responsible bid was $138,000, exceeding the allocated budget by $33,000. Staff is requesting that Council allocate an additional $33,000 in Measure A funds to fully fund the project.
RECOMMENDATION:
MAYOR AND COUNCIL:
• APPROVE AN AGREEMENT WITH SIERRA LANDSCAPE & MAINTENANCE, INC.
FOR THE LENNOX FIELD REHABILITATION PROJECT IN THE AMOUNT OF $138,000.00;
• ALLOCATE $33,000 IN MEASURE A FUNDS TO FULLY FUND THE PROJECT; AND • AUTHORIZE THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE AGREEMENT AND ANY RELATED DOCUMENTS NECESSARY TO COMPLETE THE PROJECT.
ITEM NO: J-3
PROPOSED TENTATIVE PARCEL MAP
2026-02 JERRY MARTINI, MAP TO
SPLIT PARCEL 073-020-076 INTO TWO
PARCELS.
September 22, 2026
TO: CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF CORNING
FROM: CHRISTINA MEEDS, PLANNER 11
BRANT MESKER, CITY MANAGER
PROJECT DESCRIPTION & LOCATION:
Jerry Martini has applied to the City to split a parcel known as APN: 073-020-076 located on Mclane Ave.
GENERAL PLAN LAND USE DESIGNATION:
Residential
ZONING DESIGNATION:
R-1-10
CALIFORNIA ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY ACT (CEQA)
The California Environmental Quality �ct Guidelines provide for the exemption of certain minor projects that meet all conditions of the General Plan and Zoning Code and have access to existing City streets and utilities. The Guidelines qualify such exemption, however, by requiring the City to ensure that the development of the Project will not have a "cumulative negative impact" upon the environment or surrounding properties. Many of the proposed Conditions on this Project are contained in existing City Codes. With several additional Conditions of Development, this Project will not have an adverse impact upon the environment or the surrounding properties.
DISCUSSION:
This map was brought before the City Council on August 11, 2026, and twas approved.
After that meeting chose to adjust the division of the property, so at this time, I'm asking the Corning City Council to rescind Map one and approve map two.
CONSISTENCY WITH GENERAL PLAN & ZONING:
The Site is designated Residential on the General Plan Land Use Map. Current zoning is R-1-10 Single Family 10,000 square feet.
Staff recommend the following three (3) Factual Sub findings & Legal Findings for consideration by the Commission.