Gridley City Council - Regular Meeting Minutes
Monday, June 15, 2026; 6:00 pm
Gridley City Hall, 685 Kentucky Street, Gridley, CA 95948 "Our purpose is to continuously enhance our community's vitality and overall quality of life. We are committed to providing high quality, cost-effective municipal services and forming productive partnerships with our residents and regional organizations. We collectively develop, share, and are guided by a clear vision, values, and meaningful objectives."
CALL TO ORDER
Mayor Farr called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm.
ROLL CALL
Present: Roberts, Calderon, Sanchez, Farr, Johnson
Absent: None
Arriving after roll call: None
Staff Present: Elisa Arteaga, City Administrator
Todd Farr, Police Chief
Landon Little, Deputy City Attorney
Martin Pineda, Finance Director
Ryan Carlson, Electric Director
Jerry Cox, Public Works Director
Christopher Smith, Principal Planner
Carmen Santana, Deputy City Clerk
Jamie Luevano, Recreation Manager
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Councilmember Roberts led the Pledge of Allegiance.
PROCLAMATION - None
INTRODUCTION OF NEW OR PROMOTED EMPLOYEES - None
COMMUNITY PARTICIPATION FORUM -
Doug Hipchen, representing Waste Management, introduced himself to the Council and reported on the company's participation in the Red Suspenders Day Parade.
Joantha Guthrie introduced herself as the Public Sector Manager for Waste Management. : - Olivia Henderson, Recycling Educator for Waste Management, introduced herself to the Council and provided an update on the company's educational and outreach booth at the Red Suspenders Day Parade.
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CONSENT AGENDA
1. Council Meeting Minutes
City Council to review and approve City Council minutes Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve regular City Council meeting minutes dated May 18', 2026
2. Consolidation of General Election with Butte County
City Council to consider approval of Resolution 2026-R-017: requesting the Board of Supervisors of the County of Butte to consolidate a General Municipal Election to be held Tuesday, November 3, 2026, with the Statewide General Elections to be held pursuant §10403 of the Elections Code.
Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve Resolution 2026-R-017
ROLL CALL
Motion: Johnson
Second: Roberts
Action: approve consent agenda as presented
Ayes: Calderon, Sanchez, Farr, Roberts, Johnson
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 5-0
INFORMATIONAL ITEM
3. Strategic Planning Session - Electric Department
City Council will receive a presentation on the Electric Department's strategic priorities, and planned initiatives, including related capital projects Recommended Action(s):
a. Provide feedback on the Electric Department's strategic priorities, and planned initiatives, including capital projects
Electric Director Ryan Carlson presented a PowerPoint presentation providing an overview of the Electric Department, including its daily operations, ongoing projects, future initiatives, and funding :!'.
being set aside to support those efforts.
Councilmember Sanchez asked whether the City had explored any power generation projects.
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Vice Mayor Johnson recommended that, as the City moves forward with the Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) project, staff ensure that any software selected allows the City to retain ownership and access to its data.
Councilmember Calderon expressed concerns about the AMI metering project and the potential for increased electric rates for Gridley residents.
Following Council discussion, the information was received. No action was taken.
4. Firework Ordinance Amendment
City Council to consider potential amendments to the City's current Fireworks Ordinance.
Recommended Action(s):
a. Provide direction to staff regarding potential amendments to the City's fireworks regulations, including any desired changes to the current municipal code and the manner in which Council would like those changes implemented.
City Administrator Elisa Arteaga opened discussion regarding a potential amendment to the City's fireworks ordinance. She explained that this discussion stems from ongoing conversations over the years about providing additional enforcement tools when illegal fireworks are discharged or when safe and sane fireworks are used outside of the approved time period.
Deputy City Attorney Landon Little explained that the attached draft ordinance was provided as a reference only and outlined several provisions that could be included if the Council chooses to move forward. Potential amendments could include establishing specific fines for fireworks-related violations and possibly classifying certain violations as misdemeanors. He also noted that many cities adopt specific dates and times during which safe and sane fireworks may be used within city limits.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated that he would like to ensure any ordinance amendment contains sufficient enforcement measures to support the Police Department when violations occur.
Police Chief Todd Farr stated that, while an ordinance amendment may not eliminate all fireworks- related issues, it would be a positive step toward reducing the use of illegal fireworks within the City of Gridley.
Deputy City Attorney Landon Little stated that he had received sufficient direction from the Council and would return with a draft ordinance for future consideration.
ITEMS FOR CONSIDERATION
5. LGBTQ+ Proclamation (Councilmember Sanchez)
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City Council to consider support support the proposed LGBTQ+ Proclamation GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Regular Meeting of 6-1-26 Page 3 of 7 Recommended Action(s):
a. Provide direction on the proposed LGBTQ+ Proclamation Councilmember Sanchez presented the proposed proclamation and requested Council support for the City's LGBTQ+ community. She stated that the proclamation was intended to recognize the community's diversity and help ensure its members feel welcomed by the City.
Vice Mayor Johnson expressed concerns regarding specific language contained within the proclamation and stated that he would not vote in support.
Councilmember Calderon expressed support for the proclamation but noted that meaningful recognition should be accompanied by community outreach and engagement efforts.
Mayor Farr stated that while he understood Sanchez's intent, he felt that portions of the proclamation portrayed the City of Gridley negatively. He also expressed the opinion that Council actions should remain focused on City business.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Sanchez
Second: Calderon
Action: approve the LGBTQ+ Pride Month Proclamation for June 2026 Ayes: Calderon, Sanchez
Noes: Farr, Roberts, Johnson
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion failed, 2-3
6. Senior Appreciation Day (Councilmember Calderon)
City Council consideration of city support for Senior Citizen Appreciation Day Event Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve City support for the Senior Citizen Appreciation Day event scheduled for June 17, 2026, at Daddow Park, including the contribution of City staff time and departmental participation as needed to support the event.
Councilmember Calderon presented plans for a Senior Appreciation Day event that he has been organizing in collaboration with several local agencies. He stated that participating organizations plan to provide food, informational booths, and other resources for seniors. Councilmember Calderon explained that the purpose of the event is to recognize senior citizens and their contributions to the community. He requested that the City serve as a sponsoring agency and provide staff support to assist with certain aspects of the event.
Councilmember Sanchez expressed support for the event, stating that it is intended to recognize and support a segment of the community that may face unique challenges and adversity.
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ROLL CALL
Motion: Calderon
Second: Sanchez
..' Action: Approve City support for the Senior Citizen Appreciation Day event scheduled for June 17, 2026, at Daddow Park, including the contribution of City staff time and departmental participation as needed to support the event.
Ayes: Calderon, Sanchez, Farr, Roberts, Johnson
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 5-0
7. Agreement with Chico State Enterprises for GIS Maintenance Services (FY 26/27) City Council consideration of an agreement with Chico State Enterprises, through the North State Planning and Development Collective Geographical Information Center (GIC), to provide Geographic Information System (GIS) maintenance and support services for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Recommended Action(s):
a. Approve agreement with Chico State Enterprises
b. Authorize City Administrator to execute necessary documents Principal Planner Christopher Smith requested Council approval of an agreement with Chico State Enterprises, through the North State Planning and Development Collective Geographic Information Center (GIC), to provide Geographic Information System (GIS) maintenance and support services for Fiscal Year 2026-2027.
Smith highlighted the many benefits of implementing a GIS program and explained that the City's current system is not always reliable. He stated that a GIS platform would serve as a valuable resource for City staff by providing mapping and documentation capabilities for assets such as City infrastructure. He also noted that the system would benefit the public by offering access to information through an online platform, including items such as zoning maps and other planning- related data.
Vice Mayor Johnson stated that, similar to concerns he expressed regarding the AMI project earlier in the meeting, he wanted to ensure that the City would retain ownership and access to all data collected through the GIS program and that the information would remain available to the City should the service or program ever be discontinued.
ROLL CALL
Motion: Johnson
Second: Roberts
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Ayes: Calderon, Sanchez, Farr, Roberts, Johnson
Noes: None
Absent: None
Abstain: None
Motion passed, 5-0
COUNCIL COMMITTEE REPORTS
Vice Mayor Johnson reported on his attendance at the BCAG and Butte Quality Air Control Management meetings.
CITY ADMINISTRATOR REPORTS
City Administrator Elisa Arteaga reported on her attendance at a recent BCAG meeting and she also reported on a recent meeting with the City's Sister City, Comala, and provided an update on ongoing collaborative projects and initiatives between the two communities.
DEPARTMENT UPDATE REPORTS
Public Works Director Jerry Cox reported on his attendance at a recent BCAG meeting. He also reported that Caltrans has resumed nighttime work on the highway project and stated that the work is anticipated to be completed by mid-August.
Battalion Chief Mike Conaty reported on recent activities of the Gridley Fire Department.
Principal Planner Christopher Smith informed the Council that the Steffen Estates map has now been recorded. He also provided an update on his ongoing work related to the Safety Element.
POTENTIAL FUTURE CITY COUNCIL ITEMS - (Appearing on the Agenda within 30 days):
Noise Ordinance Amendment 6/15/2026
Public Works Standards and Details 6/15/2026
Planning Department Strategic Planning Session 6/15/2026 Administration Department Strategic Planning Session 6/15/2026 Sports Complex Change Order 6/15/2026
Recreation Department Strategic Planning Session 6/15/2026 AMI Metering 7/20/2026
Electric Distribution System Study 7/20/2026
CLOSED SESSION - None
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ADJOURNMENT
GRIDLEY CITY COUNCIL AGENDA: Regular Meeting of 6-1-26 Page 6 of 7 With no further items left to discuss, Mayor Farr adjourned to the regular meeting on June 15, 2026.
Elisa Arteaga, City Clerk
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