Agenda packet — Kerman City Council, April 8, 2026

CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING AGENDA
Wednesday, April 08, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Hall, 850 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630
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CONFLICT OF INTEREST DISCLOSURES AND RECUSAL. City Council Members with a conflict of interest under the Political Reform Act are required to make disclosure when the item is called and recuse themselves.

1. OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order
B. Roll Call
C. Invocation
D. Flag Salute

2. AGENDA APPROVAL/ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
To accommodate members of the public or convenience in the order of presentation, items on the agenda may not be presented or acted upon in the order listed.

3. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIAL MATTERS

4. PUBLIC FORUM (for matters not on agenda)
This portion of the meeting is reserved for members of the public to address the Council on items of interest that are not on the Agenda and are within the subject matter jurisdiction of the Council.

Speakers shall be limited to three minutes. It is requested that no comments be made during this period on items on the Agenda. Members of the public wishing to address the Council on items on the Agenda should notify the Mayor when that Agenda item is called, and the Mayor will recognize your discussion at that time. It should be noted that the Council is prohibited by law from taking any action on matters discussed that are not on the Agenda. Speakers are asked to please use the microphone, and provide their name and address.
1 5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Matters listed under the Consent Calendar are considered routine and will be enacted by one motion and one vote. There will be no separate discussion of these items. If discussion is desired, a member of the audience or a Council Member may request an item be removed from the Consent Calendar and it will be considered separately.

A. SUBJECT: Minutes - March 25, 2026
RECOMMENDATION: Council approve minutes as presented
B. SUBJECT: Warrants (JA)

1. Nos. 34309-34418 $1,299,942.24 ACH $710.78.

RECOMMENDATION: Council approve warrants and electronic bank transfers as presented. (Pursuant to Government Code 37208)
C. SUBJECT: Payroll (JA)
3/1/26 to 3/14/26: $273,893.51; Retro Pay & Other: $969.66; Overtime: $8,866.86; Holiday:
$0.00; Standby: $2,259.87; Comp Time Earned: 92.75
RECOMMENDATION: Council approve payroll as presented.

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None.

7. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
A. SUBJECT: Support of Measure C Replacement Initiatives (JAJ) RECOMMENDATION: Council to consider adoption of:

1. Resolution in Support of Fix Our Roads Ballot Measure (Alternative A) OR

2. Resolution in Support of “Better Roads, Safe Streets” Ballot Measure (Alternative B).

B. SUBJECT: Presentation by ELS Architecture and Urban Design Regarding the Preferred Concept and Design of the Kerman Area Multi-Generational Resiliency Center (TJ) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive a presentation, discuss, and provide input on concurrence with the preferred concept and/or provide recommended changes.

C. SUBJECT: Ordinance Adding Chapter 5.60 Relating to Charitable Car Washes to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code (JJ)
2 RECOMMENDATION: Council consider Alternatives A and B of Charitable Car Wash Ordinance; waive full reading, and introduce Alternative A or Alternative B of Ordinance Adding Chapter

5.60 Relating to Charitable Car Washes to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code.

D. SUBJECT: Gas Station and Grocery Store Analysis (JAJ) RECOMMENDATION: Council to review findings of Gas Station and Grocery Store Report, with possible direction to Staff.

8. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

9. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS (This portion of the meeting is reserved for the Mayor and Council Members (i) to make brief reports on boards, committees, and other public agencies, and at public events, (ii) to request updates, (iii) to initiate future agenda items at the request of a Council Member, and (iv) to take action on matters initiated under this section of the agenda items. Under this section the Council may take action only on items specifically agendized and which meet other requirements for action.)

10. CLOSED SESSION – None.

11. ADJOURNMENT
NOTICE OF AVAILABILITY OF AGENDA MATERIALS: Any writings or documents provided to a majority of the City Council within 72 hours of the meeting regarding any item on this agenda will be made available for public inspection at the City Clerk’s Office located at 850 S. Madera Ave., Kerman, CA 93630 and on the City website at www.cityofkerman.gov.

ADA Compliance and Reasonable Accommodation. The Council has adopted a Reasonable Accommodation Policy, which is available on the City website at www.cityofkerman.gov or upon request by emailing the City Clerk at [email protected] or calling (559) 550-1414. The Policy provides a procedure for receiving and resolving requests for accommodation to participate in this meeting. If you need assistance in order to attend this Council meeting or require auxiliary aids or services, e.g., hearing aids or signing services to make a presentation to the Council, please contact the City Clerk at (559) 550-1414 or email at [email protected] so such aids or services can be arranged. Accommodations should be requested as early as possible as additional time may be required in order to provide the requested accommodation. The meeting room is accessible to persons with physical disabilities.

AGENDA POSTING CERTIFICATION
I, Dalia Santana-Zamudio, Deputy Clerk for the City of Kerman, do hereby declare under penalty of perjury that I caused the above agenda to be posted at City of Kerman Council Chambers at 850 S.

Madera Ave., Kerman, CA 93630 and on the City website at www.cityofkerman.gov.

Date: April 3, 2026 /s/ Dalia Santana-Zamudio, Deputy Clerk 3 CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
Wednesday, March 25, 2026 at 6:00 PM
City Hall, 850 S. Madera Avenue, Kerman, CA 93630

1. OPENING CEREMONIES
A. Call to Order – 6:01 p.m.

B. Roll Call – All members present except Councilmember Herrera C. Invocation – Performed by Mayor Pacheco
D. Flag Salute - Performed

2. AGENDA APPROVAL/ADDITIONS/DELETIONS
Motion made by Councilmember Hall, Seconded by Councilmember Dhaliwal.

Ayes: Hall, Dhaliwal, Yep, Pacheco
Noes: None
Abstain: None

Absent: Herrera
Motion passed 4-0-0-1.

3. PRESENTATIONS/CEREMONIAL MATTERS
A. Presentation - Better Roads & Safe Streets Transportation Measure - Presented by Steve Brandau with comments from Victor Martinez, Mayor of Mendota.

B. Presentation - Fresno State Transportation Institute - Presented by Dr. Aly Tawfik and Fresno State Transportation Institute students. Public Comment from Matthew Gillian.

4. PUBLIC FORUM – None.

5. CONSENT CALENDAR
Mayor Pro Tem Yep absent from the Dais at 7:32 p.m.

A. SUBJECT: Minutes - March 11, 2026 & March 18, 2026
RECOMMENDATION: Council approve minutes as presented.
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B. SUBJECT: Warrants (JA)

1.Nos. 34180-34308 $497,246.64 ACH $133,532.64.

RECOMMENDATION: Council approve warrants and electronic bank transfers as presented. (Pursuant to Government Code 37208)
C. SUBJECT: Payroll (JA)
2/15/26 to 2/28/26: $276,294.85; Retro Pay & Other: $1,353.06; Overtime: $7,286.65; Holiday: $2,521.81; Standby: $2,024.01; Comp Time Earned: 70.16 RECOMMENDATION: Council approve payroll as presented.

D. SUBJECT: Agreement with Family Healing Center (SW)
RECOMMENDATION: Council by motion adopt Resolution approving Memorandum of Understanding with Family Healing Center. – Res. 26-12
E. SUBJECT: Resolution Accepting the Well No. 14 Emergency Generator Project and Authorizing Filing of the Notice of Completion (JG)
RECOMMENDATION: Council by motion adopt the resolution accepting the Well No. 14 Emergency Generator Project and authorizing the City Engineer to record the Notice of Completion. – Res. 26-13
F. SUBJECT: Award of Contract for the Kearney Boulevard Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project to Dave Christian Construction Co., Inc. (JG)
RECOMMENDATION: Council by motion adopt the resolution:

1. Awarding the Kearney Boulevard Pedestrian Crossing Improvements Project to Dave Christian Construction Co., Inc. in the amount of $191,955.75; and

2. Authorizing a 10% construction contingency in the amount of $19,200.00; and

3. Authorizing the City Manager to sign the construction contract on behalf of the City; and

4. Authorizing the City Manager to sign change orders, up to the additional contingency amount, on behalf of the City. – Res. 26-14
Motion made by Councilmember Dhaliwal, Seconded by Councilmember Hall.

Ayes: Dhaliwal, Hall, Pacheco
Noes: None
Abstain: None

Absent: Herrera, Yep
Motion passed 3-0-0-2.
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Mayor Pro Tem Yep returned at 7:35 p.m.

6. PUBLIC HEARINGS – None.

7. DEPARTMENT REPORTS
A. SUBJECT: Mid-Year Budget Status Report Fiscal Year 2025/2026 (JA) RECOMMENDATION: Council review the Mid-Year Budget Report and approve resolution adopting revisions to the Fiscal Year 2025/2026 Budget. – Res. 26-15 Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Yep, Seconded by Councilmember Dhaliwal.

Ayes: Yep, Dhaliwal, Hall, Pacheco
Noes: None
Abstain: None

Absent: Herrera
Motion passed 4-0-0-1.

B. SUBJECT: General Plan and Housing Element 2025 Annual Progress Report (JJ) RECOMMENDATION: Council by motion adopt a resolution accepting the General Plan and Housing Element 2025 Annual Progress Report and authorizing submittal to the Governor’s Office of Land Use and Climate Innovation and the California Department of Housing and Community Development. – Res. 26-16
Motion made by Mayor Pro Tem Yep, Seconded by Councilmember Hall.

Ayes: Yep, Hall, Dhaliwal, Pacheco
Noes: None
Abstain: None

Absent: Herrera
Motion passed 4-0-0-1.

8. CITY MANAGER/STAFF COMMUNICATIONS

9. MAYOR/COUNCIL REPORTS/ANNOUNCEMENTS/FUTURE AGENDA ITEMS Mayor Pro Tem Yep requests a presentation from Fresno County’s perspective on the two transportation measures at the next Council meeting. After the presentation, he would like Council to then decide whether to vote in support of the “Fix Our Roads” measure or take a neutral stance. Mayor Pacheco requests a resolution in support of “Better Roads and Safe Streets”. Legal counsel recommended consolidating these requests into a single staff report outlining options and brief general information on both measures, which would include draft resolutions for both measures that Council can then decide which to adopt.

10. CLOSED SESSION - None

11. ADJOURNMENT – 8:15 p.m.
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MINUTES CERTIFICATION
I, Dalia Santana-Zamudio, Deputy Clerk for the City of Kerman, do hereby declare under penalty of perjury that the above minutes are a true depiction of all actions taken at the City Council meeting held on the first date above written at City Hall, 850 S. Madera Ave, Kerman, CA.

Date: March 26, 2026 /s/ Dalia Santana-Zamudio, Deputy Clerk 7 Section 5, Item A.

Accounts Payable
User:

Printed:

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Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date
Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
34309 10021 ALERT O LITE 03/19/2026 140.79
34310 12537 AMERITAS GROUP INSURANCE CORP- DENTAL CLAIMS 03/19/2026 2,390.19 34311 10040 AT&T MOBILITY 03/19/2026 4,025.80
34312 12956 LISA ATEM 03/19/2026 20.00
34313 10504 AUTOZONE 03/19/2026 27.75
34314 11324 AVISON CONSTRUCTION INC 03/19/2026 700,211.80 34315 12476 RUTH BELMONTE 03/19/2026 50.00
34316 12169 SCOTT BISHOP 03/19/2026 374.10
34317 11917 BLAIS & ASSOCIATES LLC 03/19/2026 2,559.00
34318 10061 BSK ASSOCIATES 03/19/2026 65.00
34319 12943 BUMPIN N JUMPIN PARTY RENTALS LLC03/19/2026 200.00 34320 10218 JEANNA BURDINE-SLAVEN 03/19/2026 69.78
34321 10617 C A REDING CO INC 03/19/2026 151.90
34322 11695 CALIFORNIA NARCOTIC OFFCIER'S ASSOCIATION(CNOA) 03/19/2026 120.00 34323 12778 BLANCA CHAVEZ 03/19/2026 150.00
34324 12431 AKAYLA CHEEMA 03/19/2026 78.87
34325 12579 CITY OF COALINGA 03/19/2026 748.57
34326 11259 CIVIC PLUS INC 03/19/2026 33.72
34327 12213 PATRICK CLARK 03/19/2026 23.00
34328 11498 COMCAST CABLE COMMUNICATIONS MANAGEMENT LLC 03/19/2026 746.89 34329 10105 COMMUNITY HOSPITALS OF CENTRAL CALIFORNIA 03/19/2026 350.00 34330 10107 CONSOLIDATED ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS INC 03/19/2026 207.47 34331 10128 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 03/19/2026 658.00
34332 12952 JORDAN DOLZADELLI 03/19/2026 378.45
34333 10144 ELBERT DISTRIBUTING INC 03/19/2026 821.63
34334 10148 ENTENMANN-ROVIN CO 03/19/2026 165.86
34335 10157 FERGUSON ENTERPRISES INC 03/19/2026 628.19
34336 10169 FRESNO PET CEMETERY 03/19/2026 266.20
34337 12893 GARON WYATT INVESTIGATIVE SERVICES LLC 03/19/2026 6,310.50 34338 12379 GILL CHEVROLET 03/19/2026 840.56
34339 10185 GRAINGER 03/19/2026 241.47
34340 11358 GREAT AMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES03/19/2026 526.55 34341 11468 GREEN HILLS NURSERY INC 03/19/2026 1,905.34 34342 10193 HAVENS SECURITY INC 03/19/2026 43.19
34343 10201 HORIZON 03/19/2026 991.58
34344 10219 JENSEN & PILEGARD INC 03/19/2026 932.99
34345 10226 JORGENSEN & CO 03/19/2026 32.23
34346 10237 KERMAN U SAVE MINIMART 03/19/2026 20.55
34347 10678 MAC'S EQUIPMENT INC 03/19/2026 29.46
34348 10335 MADERA FORD 03/19/2026 341.64
34349 11965 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE 03/19/2026 173.32
34350 11209 DARREN MONTGOMERY 03/19/2026 950.00
34351 12356 NOTORIOUS GRAFIX 03/19/2026 455.07
34352 10282 OFFICE DEPOT 03/19/2026 137.34
34353 10289 P.G.& E. 03/19/2026 4,586.69
34354 12888 JOAN PAINE 03/19/2026 243.67
34355 12523 PAMOIST PET HOSPITAL 03/19/2026 1,193.00
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (3/27/2026 4:44 PM) Page 1 8 Section 5, Item B.

Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
34356 12026 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERING INC 03/19/2026 4,522.50 34357 12053 R & L MUSIC ENT 03/19/2026 225.00
34358 12955 EDWIN RAMOS 03/19/2026 450.00
34359 11041 ROSENBALM ROCKERY 03/19/2026 1,499.50
34360 12627 JOSE RUIZ 03/19/2026 23.00
34361 12475 SAN JOAQUIN PEST CONTROL 03/19/2026 105.00
34362 10329 SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY AIR POLL 03/19/2026 349.00 34363 11114 SHERWIN WILLIAMS 03/19/2026 306.97
34364 10862 SIGNMAX 03/19/2026 747.44
34365 11650 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC 03/19/2026 3,514.51 34366 12368 SPECIALTY HOSE EXPRESS LLC 03/19/2026 152.91 34367 12917 SURF THRU INC 03/19/2026 476.00
34368 10754 THE HOME DEPOT PRO-SUPPLY WORKS03/19/2026 583.47 34369 11502 TIREHUB LLC 03/19/2026 805.32
34370 12942 TRASHCANS UNLIMITED LLC 03/19/2026 1,620.27 34371 10374 TRI TECH FORENSICS INC 03/19/2026 784.70
34372 10382 UNITED RENTALS NORTH AMERICA INC03/19/2026 376.88 34373 10387 USA BLUE BOOK 03/19/2026 714.85
34374 12178 VALLEY ANIMAL CENTER SPAY & NEUTER CLINIC 03/19/2026 257.66 34375 10391 VALLEY FARM SUPPLY STORES 03/19/2026 1,059.51 34376 12290 VERIZON 03/19/2026 83.60
34377 10413 YAMABE & HORN ENGINEERING INC 03/19/2026 151,671.83 34378 12267 IRENE ZAMORA 03/19/2026 150.00
Total for 3/19/2026: 906,098.03
ACH 10644 US BANK EQUIPMENT FINANCE 03/20/2026 710.78
Total for 3/20/2026: 710.78
34379 10040 AT&T MOBILITY 03/25/2026 448.14
34380 12424 MARIA BERBER 03/25/2026 170.00
34381 10054 BLUE SHIELD OF CALIFORNIA 03/25/2026 63,685.93 34382 10617 C A REDING CO INC 03/25/2026 507.54
34383 10078 CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT 03/25/2026 969.23 34384 12844 CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT CALIFORNIA STATE DISBURSEMENT 03/25/2026 161.53 34385 12315 CENTRAL CALIFORNIA SPCA 03/25/2026 178.00
34386 10092 CENTRAL VALLEY TOXICOLOGY INC 03/25/2026 522.00 34387 12179 CITY OF REEDLEY 03/25/2026 388.58
34388 10103 COLONIAL LIFE 03/25/2026 1,521.26
34389 11874 CSG CONSULTANTS INC 03/25/2026 12,300.00
34390 10115 CSJVRMA 03/25/2026 239,013.00
34391 10139 DOOLEY ENTERPRISES INC 03/25/2026 999.95
34392 11550 FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFFS OFFICE - CIVIL UNIT 03/25/2026 137.00 34393 11358 GREAT AMERICA FINANCIAL SERVICES03/25/2026 410.82 34394 11272 HAVEN TECHNOLOGY CORP 03/25/2026 1,552.83
34395 11120 INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL COMPANY 03/25/2026 250.00 34396 11923 JOE A GONSALVES & SON 03/25/2026 1,250.00
34397 10230 KENT M KAWAGOE PHD 03/25/2026 1,050.00
34398 10238 KERMAN UNIFIED SCHOOL DIST 03/25/2026 1,327.23 34399 10371 TIM J LAW 03/25/2026 800.00
34400 11965 MISSION UNIFORM SERVICE 03/25/2026 129.64
34401 10272 MUTUAL OF OMAHA 03/25/2026 3,353.97
34402 10282 OFFICE DEPOT 03/25/2026 254.63
34403 10289 P.G.& E. 03/25/2026 10,965.92
34404 12523 PAMOIST PET HOSPITAL 03/25/2026 1,930.00
34405 10301 PETTY CASH 03/25/2026 269.09
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (3/27/2026 4:44 PM) Page 2 9 Section 5, Item B.

Check No Vendor No Vendor Name Check Date Check Amount
34406 12026 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERING INC 03/25/2026 1,260.00 34407 12053 R & L MUSIC ENT 03/25/2026 150.00
34408 10331 SEBASTIAN 03/25/2026 606.66
34409 11650 SITEONE LANDSCAPE SUPPLY, LLC 03/25/2026 7,168.13 34410 12368 SPECIALTY HOSE EXPRESS LLC 03/25/2026 146.84 34411 10345 STATE OF CALIFORNIA 03/25/2026 50.00
34412 12581 TATES TSHIRT DESIGNS AND PRINTS, LLC03/25/2026 481.67 34413 10360 TERRY JOHNSON TRUCKING 03/25/2026 798.29
34414 10015 THE ADVANCE GROUP INC 03/25/2026 923.33
34415 10754 THE HOME DEPOT PRO-SUPPLY WORKS03/25/2026 233.94 34416 12048 UNITED STATES TREASURY 03/25/2026 225.55
34417 10391 VALLEY FARM SUPPLY STORES 03/25/2026 265.29 34418 12798 WABO LANDSCAPE & CONSTRUCTION INC 03/25/2026 36,988.22 Total for 3/25/2026: 393,844.21
Report Total (111 checks): 1,300,653.02
AP Checks by Date - Summary by Check Date (3/27/2026 4:44 PM) Page 3 10 Section 5, Item B.

CITY OF KERMAN PAYROLL REPORT

RETRO PAY GROSS COMP TIME
& OTHER Hours Amount Hours Amount Hours Amount SALARY EARNED Grand Total $ 273,893.51 $ 969.66 175.20 $ 8,866.86 - $ - 96.00 $ 2,259.87 $ 285,989.90 92.75 PAY PERIOD: March 1, 2026 - March 14, 2026
OVERTIME HOLIDAY at 1/2 TIME STANDBY Salary

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STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 8, 2026
PRESENTER: John Jansons, City Manager
SUBJECT: Support of Measure C Replacement Initiatives (JAJ) RECOMMENDATION: Council to consider adoption of:

1. Resolution in Support of Fix Our Roads Ballot Measure (Alternative A) OR

2. Resolution in Support of “Better Roads, Safe Streets” Ballot Measure (Alternative B).

DISCUSSION:

Measure C was adopted by the voters in 1986. It is a half-cent special sales tax for transportation improvements throughout the County. Because Measure C is set to expire in June 2027, Fresno COG worked on a renewal measure. However, there was inadequate support to move it forward. Two groups have commenced an initiative process to qualify a measure for the November 2026 election.

On March 11, 2026, the City Council received a presentation regarding the Fix Our Roads Citizens Initiative followed by brief questions and answers. On March 25, 2026, the City Council received a presentation regarding the Better Roads and Safe Streets Transportation Measure.

At the March 25, 2026 meeting, Mayor Pro Tem Yep requested that a resolution in support of the Fix Our Roads measure be placed on the next agenda. Mayor Pacheco then requested a similar resolution in support of the Better Roads and Safe Streets Transportation Measure. It was determined at that time that one agenda item with alternative resolutions would be submitted to Council.

As noted the two groups have already made presentations. See Attachment ‘A’ and Attachment ‘B’ regarding their power points.

At this meeting, Council may hear public testimony, deliberate, and determine whether to adopt one of the resolutions. The proposed resolutions were each provided by the respective advocacy groups. They have only been reviewed by the City Attorney for legal sufficiency.

The two groups promoting the ballot measures as well as the County have been invited to the meeting.

Adoption of a resolution formalizes the City Council support. It is permissible for the Council to take a position on a ballot measure at a public meeting; however, the City may not advocate on behalf or against a ballot measure and may not use City resources to campaign for ballot measure.
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ATTACHMENTS:

A. Fix Our Roads PDF – As presented on March 11, 2026
B. Better Roads, Safe Streets PDF – As presented on March 25, 2026 C. Fix Our Roads PDF – As presented on April 8, 2026
D. Resolution Alternative ‘A’
E. Resolution Alternative ‘B’
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As presented on Attachment 'A' March 11, 2026
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Fix Local Roads Program
Will provide funding to the 16 local agencies for two subprograms:
 Subprogram 1.1 – Repair Roads: funding for street
maintenance & repair projects to address poor
street & road condition
 Subprogram 1.2 - Improve Local Transportation:
funding for any transportation-related purpose,
including:
• Additional street & road repair projects
• Sidewalks
• Better access for people with disabilities
• Bike, pedestrian, & trails system projects
• Public transit services
• Congestion relief projects
• Safety improvement projects
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Fresno County Transportation
Improvement Act
20-Year Allocation
65%
Fix Our Roads
20-Year Allocation
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Request Board of Supervisors place
on Nov. 2026 Ballot
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Paid for by Fresno County Residents for Better Roads and Safe Streets, Sponsored by Nonprot Community Organizations and Labor Organizations. Committee Top Funders:

North Coast States Regional Council of Carpenters & Central Valley Community Foundation A Citizen-Led Plan for a Better Transportation Future
As presented on March 25, 2026 Attachment 'B'
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For nearly 40 years, Fresno County
taxpayers have paid billions in a dedicated
sales tax for transportation improvements
through Measure C.

First passed by voters in 1986 and renewed
in 2006, this half-cent sales tax measure
has paid for the construction and
expansion of major state freeways, while
neighborhood streets, sidewalks, and
rural roads connecting our communities
have been left behind.

Transportation Sales Tax in Fresno County

THE HISTORY OF
Measure C
First Passed
By Voters
1986
Measure C
Renewed
2006
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Measure C is set to expire
2027
We now need an
estimated �5.4 billion to
bring our roads to
“good” condition.
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Fresno County Transportation
Improvement Act
2026
A new plan that meets the
needs of everyday Fresno
County taxpayers.

Like the original 1986 measure, this plan is a
citizen-led effort to protect local funding for a better, more accessible, and more affordable transportation
system.

Chamber of Commerce president William M. Lyles, left, and chamber president-elect Gene Clayton, right, celebrate Measure C’s passage.

Building on A Legacy of
Community Leadership
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Responses via surveys,
townhalls, and meetings
Meetings & townhalls
Zip Codes represented
Better Transportation
4,540
34 72

A SHARED VISION FOR
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½ Cent • 30 Years • �7.4 Billion

WITHOUT RAISING TAXES
Existing 65 Neighborhood Roads
% $160,116,667 $4,803,500,000
25% Public Transportation $61,583,333 $1,847,500,000
Regional Connectivity
Regional
Connectivity
5%
5%
$12,316,667 $369,500,000
Access & Innovation
Access &
Innovation
4%
4%
$9,853,333 $295,600,000
Administration &
Oversight
Administration &
Oversight
1%
1%
$2,463,333 $73,900,000
CATEGORY PER YEAR* 30 YEAR SPAN*
Existing
Neighborhood
Roads
Public
Transportation 65%
25%
Estimated Revenues
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Administering Agencies
Fresno County 15 Cities Transit Agencies
Fresno Council
of Governments
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City of Kerman BETTER ROADS, SAFE STREETS
�83,491,043

CURRENT MEASURE C
�8,223,929
Fair Distribution of Resources

FOR EVERY CITY AND TOWN
* Estimated Revenues
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A SHARED VISION FOR
Better Transportation
Average PCI in every
neighborhood, keeping Local
Streets In 'Good Condition’
Miles of bike and
pedestrian trails
Safe Routes to Schools
70 120
150
Maximum Local Flexibility
Performance Metrics
Measureable drive,
walk, bike, and roll
safety improvements
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65% $160,116,667 $4,803,500,000
PERCENTAGE PER YEAR 30 YEAR SPAN

BUDGET ALLOCATION
Existing Neighborhood Roads
Maximum Flexibility for Local Governments
to Invest Where Needed Most:
• Fix potholes and damaged roads.
• Build sidewalks, trails, and protected bike
lanes that connect neighborhoods to
schools, jobs, parks, and transit, and
improve safety for all road users.
• Reduce emergency response times for
first responders by improving and
maintaining neighborhood roads.
• Safety enhancements: bumps/humps,
lighting, signage, etc.

Fix Streets
Near Schools,
Parks, and
Homes First
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BUDGET ALLOCATION
Public Transportation
25% $61,583,333 $1,847,500,00
PERCENTAGE PER YEAR 30 YEAR SPAN
• Requires transit agencies to work
together and obtain your input to
modernize public transit, improve service
efficiency.
• Reduce travel time with more
micro-transit and on-demand services.
• More frequent and reliable service and
routes.
• Upgraded, safer ADA-compliant bus
stops.
• Protects essential transportation funding
for seniors and people with disabilities.

Easier, More
Reliable Options To
Get You Where You
Need to Go
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5% $12,316,667 $369,500,000
PERCENTAGE PER YEAR 30 YEAR SPAN

BUDGET ALLOCATION
Regional Connectivity
• Strengthens regional connectivity by
supporting transportation projects that
link cities, urban centers, and rural
communities, making it easier for people
and goods to move efficiently across the
county.
• Enhances quality of life by improving
corridor connectivity, reducing
congestion, and supporting cleaner,
better-maintained roadways that serve
the entire region.
• 1% for Fresno Yosemite International
improvements
Connecting
Communities
Across Fresno
County
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4% $9,853,333 $295,600,000
PERCENTAGE PER YEAR 30 YEAR SPAN

BUDGET ALLOCATION
Access & Innovation
• Provides zero-fare public transit service
to seniors (62+), people with disabilities,
children, students, veterans, and active
military.
• Positions the region to pilot, test, and
scale future mobility solutions, keeping it
competitive and adaptable as technology
evolves.
• Encourages projects and programs that
accelerate progress toward cleaner,
healthier transportation systems.

Lower Costs, Smarter
Solutions
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BUDGET ALLOCATION
Administration & Oversight
1% $2,463,333 $73,900,000
PERCENTAGE PER YEAR 30 YEAR SPAN
• An independent Citizen Oversight
Committee will oversee all expenditures.
• Public input is required for any updates.
• Support for small cities and rural areas to
leverage and maximize funds.
• Transparent spending with required
annual audits and a public database
tracking every project.
• Any suspected misuse of funds may be
referred to the Fresno County District
Attorney and State Attorney General.
• Funds cannot be taken by the state or
used for other purposes.

Clear Rules, Public Oversight
53 Section 7, Item A.

Accountability & Transparency
• Annual financial audits by agency
• A performance analysis is required to
establish a baseline assessment, and an
update is required every 5 years to
monitor progress toward achieving the
set metrics.
◦ Active Transportation
◦ Safe Routes to School
◦ Public Transit
◦ Pavement Condition Index (PCI)
◦ Local Hiring Contracting Goals
◦ Complete Streets in Disadvantaged
Unincorporated Communities
• Comprehensive review of the entire plan
every 10 years.

• Public process and notification
Pavement Condition Index (PCI)
Condition Category
0 25 50 70 100
Very Poor/Failed Poor Fair Good/Satisfactory
= Poor Road = Good Road
54 Section 7, Item A.

BetterRoadsSafeStreets.com
TO LEARN MORE VISIT:
55 Section 7, Item A.

Attachment 'C'
As presented on April 8, 2026
56 Section 7, Item A.

Critical Differences Between the Two Initiatives

REIMAGINES TRANSIT

MAINTAINS INVESTMENT

WHILE APPLYING

SIGNIFICANT INCREASES

IN TRANSIT SERVICE

ACCOUNTABILITY

GUARANTEES FUNDING FOR
POTHOLE REPAIR (50% OF

TOTAL MEASURE FUNDING)
PROVIDES 16% FOR OTHER

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

IMPROVEMENTS TO

ADDRESS INDIVIDUAL
NEEDS

MAINTAINS THE FRESNO

COUNTY TRANSPORTATION

AUTHORITY (FCTA)
PRESERVES A 40-YEAR

TRACK RECORD OF FISCAL

RESPONSIBILITY & KEEPING

PROMISES TO VOTERS

EXISTING MEASURE

CITIZENS OVERSIGHT

STRUCTURE

PROVIDING PUBLIC

DISCLOSURE OF

EXPENDITURES

FRESNO COUNTY

TRANSPORTATION

IMPROVEMENT
ACT:

OVER-INVESTS IN
TRANSIT (29% OF THE
BUDGET OR OVER $1.14

BILLION)

RESULTS IN A
45% INCREASE IN

FUNDING FOR TRANSIT

FIXING POTHOLES &

WIDENING STREETS IS NOT A

GUARANTEE OR PRIORITY
ALLOCATIONS ARE HARDSET BY SPECIAL INTERESTS &

CANNOT ADAPT TO
RESIDENTS’ UNIQUE &

CHANGING NEEDS

COMPLETELY ELIMINATES
THE FCTA & ITS 40-YEAR

LEGACY OF SUCCESSFUL
OVERSIGHT.

ELIMINATES THE CHECKS

AND BALANCES

ESTABLISHED BY THE

STATE LEGISLATURE

PROPOSES A NEW

CITIZENS OVERSIGHT

COMMITTEE STRUCTURE

THAT GIVES TOO MUCH
AUTHORITY TO NONELECTED MEMBERS
57 Section 7, Item A.
58 Section 7, Item A.

The Critical
Mandate to Address
Fresno County’s
Transportation
Needs
Continue Consistent Reliability – Local jurisdictions
require an uninterrupted & dedicated funding source
focused on better roads and to address local needs.

Apply Multipliers – Local dollars are required to
leverage federal and state matching funds
Provide Voter Protection – Built with rock-solid citizen oversight and accountability measures
Address State Shortfalls – California continues to
face major statewide transportation funding
challenges
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Fix Local Roads Program
 Will provide funding to the 16 local agencies
for two subprograms:
• Subprogram 1.1 – Repair Roads: funding for street maintenance & repair projects to address poor street & road condition – 50% Allocation
• Subprogram 1.2 - Improve Local Transportation: 16% Allocation funding for any transportation-related purpose,
including:
• Additional street & road repair projects
• Sidewalks
• Better access for people with disabilities
• Bike, pedestrian, & trails system projects
• Public transit services
• Congestion relief projects
• Safety improvement projects
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Fix Local Roads Program
$ 624,146,951 $ 624,146,951
$ 267,301,048
$ 603,992,941
$ 613,824,598
$ 155,595,512
Leveraging a Minimum of $1,640,714,100
In Additional Funding
 STATE AND FEDERAL PROGRAM FUNDS -
$155,595,512
 FEDERAL PROGRAM FUNDS - $613,824,598
 STATE PROGRAM FUNDS- $603,992,941
 LOCAL PROGRAM FUNDS - $267,301,048
 FOR Major Streets and Highways, Improve
Safety / Reduce Congestion Subprogram -
$624,146,951
$2,264,861,051 Total Estimated
Funding Revenues
 FOR Major Streets and Highways, Improve
Safety / Reduce Congestion Subprogram -
$624,146,951
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Major Streets
and Highways -
Improve
Safety/Reduce
Congestion
Subprogram –
Urban Projects
65 Section 7, Item A.

Major Streets
and Highways -
Improve
Safety/Reduce
Congestion
Subprogram –
Rural Projects
66 Section 7, Item A.
67 Section 7, Item A.
68 Section 7, Item A.

Fresno County Transportation
Improvement Act
20-Year Allocation
65%
Fix Our Roads
20-Year Allocation
69 Section 7, Item A.
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City of Kerman
Direct or Indirect
Measure Benefits
• Local Funding
• SR 145
• SR 180
1986 Measure C
• Local Funding
• Passing lanes on State Route 180 West from Yuba to James Avenues 2006 Measure C
• Higher Local Funding than FCTIA
• FOR Tier 1 List – SR 145 – Whitebridge to Nielsen: 2 to 4 Lanes: $8,000,000 • FOR Tier 1 List – Dickenson/McMullin Grade: SR 180 to SR 145: 2 to 4 Lanes:
$35,000,000
• FOR Tier 1 List – Improve Westside Connections to I-5: $60,000,000 • FOR Tier 2 List – West Shaw: SR 145 to Fresno City Limits: 2 to 4 Lanes - $30,000,000
• Total of $133+ million more from our FOR Measure, directly or indirectly benefiting the City of Kerman
FOR Measure
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73 Section 7, Item A.

Critical Differences Between the Two Initiatives

REIMAGINES TRANSIT

MAINTAINS INVESTMENT

WHILE APPLYING

SIGNIFICANT INCREASES

IN TRANSIT SERVICE

ACCOUNTABILITY

GUARANTEES FUNDING FOR
POTHOLE REPAIR (50% OF

TOTAL MEASURE FUNDING)
PROVIDES 16% FOR OTHER

LOCAL TRANSPORTATION

IMPROVEMENTS TO

ADDRESS INDIVIDUAL
NEEDS

MAINTAINS THE FRESNO

COUNTY TRANSPORTATION

AUTHORITY (FCTA)
PRESERVES A 40-YEAR

TRACK RECORD OF FISCAL

RESPONSIBILITY & KEEPING

PROMISES TO VOTERS

EXISTING MEASURE

CITIZENS OVERSIGHT

STRUCTURE

PROVIDING PUBLIC

DISCLOSURE OF

EXPENDITURES

FRESNO COUNTY

TRANSPORTATION

IMPROVEMENT
ACT:

OVER-INVESTS IN
TRANSIT (29% OF THE
BUDGET OR OVER $1.14

BILLION)

RESULTS IN A
45% INCREASE IN

FUNDING FOR TRANSIT

FIXING POTHOLES &

WIDENING STREETS IS NOT A

GUARANTEE OR PRIORITY
ALLOCATIONS ARE HARDSET BY SPECIAL INTERESTS &

CANNOT ADAPT TO
RESIDENTS’ UNIQUE &

CHANGING NEEDS

COMPLETELY ELIMINATES
THE FCTA & ITS 40-YEAR

LEGACY OF SUCCESSFUL
OVERSIGHT.

ELIMINATES THE CHECKS

AND BALANCES

ESTABLISHED BY THE

STATE LEGISLATURE

PROPOSES A NEW

CITIZENS OVERSIGHT

COMMITTEE STRUCTURE

THAT GIVES TOO MUCH
AUTHORITY TO NONELECTED MEMBERS
74 Section 7, Item A.
75 Section 7, Item A.
76 Section 7, Item A.

Request Board of Supervisors place
on Nov. 2026 Ballot
$3.9 billion benefits
77 Section 7, Item A.
?
78 Section 7, Item A.
79 Section 7, Item A.

Attachment ‘D’
RESOLUTION NO. 26-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KERMAN SUPPORTING THE “FIX OUR ROADS FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT MEASURE,” A CITIZENS’ INITIATIVE TO EXTEND THE COUNTY’S ONE-HALF CENT TRANSPORTATION SALES TAX FOR 20 YEARS BEGINNING JULY 1, 2027 WHEREAS, Fresno County voters originally approved Measure C in 1986 to provide dedicated local funding for transportation improvements throughout Fresno County; and WHEREAS, Measure C has provided funding for local street and road repairs, highway improvements, congestion relief projects, public transit services, bicycle and pedestrian facilities, and other transportation improvements that have benefited residents and businesses throughout Fresno County; and
WHEREAS, the current Measure C program will expire on July 1, 2027, creating the need for a continued local funding source to maintain and improve transportation infrastructure; and WHEREAS, the “Fix Our Roads Fresno County Transportation Improvement Measure” is a citizens’ initiative that proposes to continue the existing one-half cent (½¢) retail transactions and use tax for transportation purposes for an additional twenty (20) years, beginning July 1, 2027, and ending June 30, 2047; and
WHEREAS, continuation of this tax is projected to generate approximately $3.9 billion in transportation funding over 20 years, with the potential to leverage billions more in state and federal matching funds for transportation improvements in Fresno County; and WHEREAS, the Fix Our Roads Measure is intended to address Fresno County voters’ highest transportation priorities, including:
 Repairing and maintaining local streets and roads
 Reducing traffic congestion and eliminating bottlenecks  Improving safety for drivers, pedestrians, bicyclists, and transit users  Supporting affordable and reliable public transit services  Improving goods movement and farm-to-market transportation  Supporting economic development and job creation
 Improving air quality and mobility throughout Fresno County; and WHEREAS, the proposed expenditure plan dedicates approximately 82% of funding to repairing and improving local roads and highways and 18% to maintaining and improving transit services, ensuring a balanced investment in Fresno County’s transportation system; and WHEREAS, the City of Kerman relies on continued transportation funding to maintain its local street system, enhance safety, improve mobility, and address the needs of residents, businesses, and agricultural industries; and
80 Section 7, Item A.

WHEREAS, the continuation of this measure will help ensure that Fresno County communities, including the City of Kerman, receive stable, locally controlled transportation funding to address current and future transportation needs; and WHEREAS, the Fix Our Roads Measure includes oversight provisions, independent financial audits, and a citizens’ oversight committee to ensure transparency, accountability, and responsible use of taxpayer funds.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Kerman resolves as follows:

1. Support for the Initiative
The City Council expresses its support for the Fix Our Roads Fresno County Transportation Improvement Measure, a citizens’ initiative to extend Fresno County’s existing one-half cent transportation sales tax for twenty (20) years beginning July 1, 2027.

2. Recognition of Local Benefits
The City Council recognizes that the continuation of this transportation funding will help provide critical resources for:
 Repair and maintenance of local streets and roads
 Transportation safety improvements
 Traffic congestion relief
 Active transportation improvements such as sidewalks, bike lanes, and safe routes to schools
 Public transit services and improvements.

3. Support for Countywide Transportation Investment
The City Council acknowledges that the measure is expected to generate approximately $3.9 billion in local transportation funding, which can also help leverage additional state and federal funding for Fresno County transportation improvements.

4. Distribution of Resolution
The City Clerk is directed to transmit a copy of this Resolution to the Fresno County Transportation Authority and other appropriate regional agencies.

The foregoing resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Kerman at a regular meeting held on the 8th day of April 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
81 Section 7, Item A.

The foregoing resolution is hereby approved.
_________________________
Maria Pacheco
Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Dalia Santana- Zamudio
Deputy Clerk
82 Section 7, Item A.

Attachment ‘E’
RESOLUTION NO. 26-__

RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KERMAN IN SUPPORT OF THE FRESNO COUNTY TRANSPORTATION IMPROVEMENT ACT: THE BETTER ROADS, SAFE STREETS

TRANSPORTATION MEASURE
WHEREAS, safe, reliable, and well-maintained local transportation infrastructure is fundamental to the public health, safety, economic vitality, and overall quality of life of residents in Fresno County, particularly in small and rural communities; and WHEREAS, local streets, neighborhood roads, sidewalks, bike paths, and transit facilities are the infrastructure most directly used by residents every day connecting families to schools, jobs, healthcare, and essential services yet many of these assets are aging, underfunded, and in urgent need of repair; and
WHEREAS, unsafe local road conditions disproportionately impact children, seniors, people with disabilities, and low-income residents, underscoring the need for intentional investments in Safe Routes to Schools, pedestrian safety, traffic calming, and improved access to public transit; and
WHEREAS, locally controlled transportation funding is essential to ensuring that revenues generated within Fresno County are reinvested back into the communities that rely on them, rather than diverted primarily toward state-owned highways or infrastructure that does not directly serve local jurisdiction needs; and
WHEREAS, the current County Transportation Sales Tax known as Measure C expires in June 2027; and
WHEREAS, the Better Roads, Safe Streets campaign is a broad, community-led coalition working collaboratively with cities, residents, labor, business, and community organizations to develop a transportation investment plan that reflects local priorities, equity, and long-term sustainability; and
WHEREAS, the Fresno County Transportation Improvement Act proposes the continuation of an existing half-cent transportation sales tax for 30 years—without increasing the current tax rate—generating an estimated $7.4 billion dedicated to repairing local roads, improving transit reliability, enhancing walking and bicycling safety, expanding Safe Routes to Schools, and supporting transportation improvements across Fresno County; and WHEREAS, the proposed plan prioritizes local street and road maintenance first, while also strengthening public transit, improving countywide connectivity, and ensuring transportation investments equitably serve both urban and rural communities; and WHEREAS, the proposed plan emphasizes strong local control, requiring that funds be allocated and expended in accordance with voter-approved categories and local project lists, 83 Section 7, Item A.
supported by clear performance metrics, measurable outcomes, and regular public reporting to track progress and effectiveness; and
WHEREAS, robust and independent oversight mechanisms—including citizen oversight, fiscal audits, and transparency requirements—are critical to ensuring that all transportation revenues are used exactly as voters intend, safeguarding public trust and accountability; and WHEREAS, the 30-year measure includes formal evaluations at each 10-year interval to assess whether transportation investments are meeting identified local and countywide needs, to measure performance against adopted outcomes, and to evaluate and respond to changing transportation demands identified by cities and local jurisdictions, while remaining consistent with voter-approved intent; and
WHEREAS, sustained, locally directed transportation investment is essential to improving emergency response times, reducing traffic injuries and fatalities, supporting economic development, and ensuring safe, accessible mobility for all residents of Fresno County.

NOW, THEREFORE, the City Council of the City of Kerman resolves as follows:

1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and incorporated by reference.

2. The City Council hereby supports the proposed Fresno County Transportation Improvement Act known as the Better Road, Safe Streets Measure.

3. The City Clerk is directed to transmit a copy of this Resolution to Fresno COG, Fresno County Transportation Authority, and other appropriate regional agencies.

4. This resolution is effective upon adoption.

The foregoing resolution was adopted by the City Council of the City of Kerman at a regular meeting held on the 8th day of April 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:

The foregoing resolution is hereby approved.
_________________________
Maria Pacheco
Mayor
ATTEST:
__________________________
Dalia Santana-Zamudio
Deputy Clerk
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STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 8, 2026
PRESENTER: Theresa Johnson, Community Services Director SUBJECT: Presentation by ELS Architecture and Urban Design Regarding the Preferred Concept and Design of the Kerman Area Multi-Generational Resiliency Center (TJ) RECOMMENDATION: Staff recommends that the City Council receive a presentation, discuss, and provide input on concurrence with the preferred concept and/or provide recommended changes.

DISCUSSION:

On November 12, 2025, at the City Council meeting, ELS Architecture and Urban Design was awarded the architectural design services agreement for the Kerman Area Multi‑Generational Resiliency Center located at 15101 W. Kearney Blvd.

Following execution of the agreement, City staff and the ELS team began meeting weekly to plan a series of three Community Engagement Meetings and to develop preliminary design concepts. The meetings were held on the third Wednesday of each month, beginning on January 21, and followed an open‑house, gallery‑walk format. Each subsequent meeting included a presentation by ELS, a visioning session, and table report‑outs. Survey links were provided after each engagement meeting to gather additional feedback. These links were shared with partner organizations, staff, and elected officials, posted on the City website, and distributed across the City’s social media platforms.

On Wednesday, March 18, the preferred concept was presented at the final engagement meeting, where attendees participated in the concluding visioning session. On Friday, March 20, City staff and ELS presented the preferred concept to the project’s grant funder, the California Department of Food and Agriculture. On Tuesday, March 31, ELS presented the preferred concept to the Parks, Recreation, and Community Services Commission. Both concurred with the preferred concept, and little to no changes were recommended by either group.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None
ATTACHMENTS:

None
85 Section 7, Item B.

STAFF REPORT
MEETING DATE: April 8, 2026
PRESENTER: Jerry Jones, Community Development Director
SUBJECT: Ordinance Adding Chapter 5.60 Relating to Charitable Car Washes to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code (JJ)
RECOMMENDATION: Council consider Alternatives A and B of Charitable Car Wash Ordinance; waive full reading, and introduce Alternative A or Alternative B of Ordinance Adding Chapter 5.60 Relating to Charitable Car Washes to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code.

DISCUSSION:

At the November 12, 2025, City Council meeting, Council requested a future agenda item to discuss the number of car wash fundraisers occurring in Kerman. Over the past year, several organized car washes have occurred on private property along the City’s major business corridors, including Whitesbridge Road and Madera Avenue. Typically held on Saturdays and Sundays, and usually affiliated with a group’s fundraising, many have occurred without City notification or permits. While noble in the desire to do work to raise funds, it is unknown if all the car washes raise money for charitable, civic, or youth groups, or if some may be for private gain.

On January 28, 2026, City Council was presented with the City’s regulations and permitting requirements for charitable car washes for discussion and direction to Staff. Historically, the City has addressed car wash fundraisers pursuant to the charitable solicitations provisions in Chapter 5.24 of the Kerman Municipal Code (KMC). Without express regulations for car wash fundraisers, Staff have made every effort to regulate them under Chapter 5.24. Staff notes that the authority to issue permits for charitable solicitations must be granted by the City Council (KMC 5.24.020). Based on the lack of regulations and permitting requirements for charitable car washes within the KMC, Council directed Staff to prepare and bring back an ordinance related to charitable car washes for Council’s consideration.

Staff have prepared the requested ordinance related to charitable car washes per the direction of City Council. Some of the key regulations included in the ordinance are as follows:

1. Limitation on Number
a. No more than three (3) per month and twelve (12) per year. b. No more than three (3) per applicant per year.
c. No more than four (4) per location per year.
86 Section 7, Item C.

2. Allowable Locations
a. Property zoned for commercial uses.
b. May not be conducted in residential zone districts, except at religious or educational institutions.
c. May not be conducted within 300 feet of a permitted commercial car wash.

3. Application for Permit
a. Must be filed at least five (5) business days prior to car wash. b. A $20.00 application fee will be collected. Fee will be refunded if the applicant reports its earnings within thirty (30) days.
c. Must provide written authorization from the property owner or lessee allowing the car wash.
d. Proof of charitable purpose.

4. Operations
a. May only occur between 8:00 AM and 6:00 PM.
b. May only be conducted for the one-day period specified on the permit. c. Shall not violate any City requirements regarding urban runoff water quality. d. Must limit runoff through the use of a nozzle on each hose or other means.

Based on discussion that occurred at the January 28th City Council meeting, Staff have prepared two versions of the ordinance. The versions are identical, with the exception of which entities are allowed to apply for a charitable car wash permit. The definition of an eligible applicant in each version is provided below.

A. Alternative A: A representative of a charitable organization or a person/group applying for a permit on behalf of a family residing in Kerman, who is in need of funds to assist with unexpected expenses that create hardship who applies for a car wash permit.

B. Alternative B: A representative of a charitable organization who applies for a car wash permit.

Council is requested to review and determine whether to introduce one of the alternative ordinances or provide any other desired direction.

FISCAL IMPACT:

None.

ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:

The adoption of this ordinance is exempt from further CEQA review under the common sense exemption (Section 15061(b)(3)), as there is not a reasonable possibility that the adoption of this ordinance may have a significant adverse impact on the environment.

ATTACHMENTS:

A. Proposed Ordinance – Alternative A
B. Proposed Ordinance – Alternative B
87 Section 7, Item C.

ALTERNATIVE A

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Attachment ‘A’
ORDINANCE NO. 26-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KERMAN ADDING CHAPTER 5.60 RELATING TO CHARITABLE CAR WASHES TO TITLE 5 OF THE

KERMAN MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Kerman does hereby ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 5.60 is added to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code to read as follows:

Chapter 5.60

CHARITABLE CAR WASHES
Sections:

5.60.010 Findings

5.60.020 Definitions

5.60.030 Limited Number Of Charitable Car Washes

5.60.040 Location Requirements

5.60.050 Permit Required For Charitable Car Wash

5.60.060 Application for Permit

5.60.070 Issuance and Form of Permit

5.60.080 Term of Permit

5.60.090 Non-transferability of Permit

5.60.100 Manner of Operation

5.60.110 Revocation

5.60.120 Violations

5.60.130 Operation as a Business
Section 5.60.010 Findings and Purpose.

The City Council finds:

A. This chapter shall be known as the Charitable Car Wash Ordinance.

B. The City supports legally established commercial car wash businesses operating under an approved Conditional Use Permit.

C. From time-to-time charitable organizations wish to hold car washes for charitable purposes.

D. From time-to-time families wish to hold car washes to assist with unexpected expenses that create hardship for the family.
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ALTERNATIVE A

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E. The City has an interest in protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of its residents, visitors, and businesses, by allowing a limited number of charitable car washes and establishing a permit requirement for charitable car washes.

F. The purpose of this chapter is to establish permit requirements for charitable car washes.

G. This chapter supersedes provisions in Chapter 5.24 for charitable solicitations as it relates to charitable car washes.

Section 5.60.020 DEFINITIONS.

For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:

APPLICANT: A representative of a charitable organization or a person/group applying for a permit on behalf of a family residing in Kerman who is in need of funds to assist with unexpected expenses that create hardship who applies for a car wash permit.

CHARITABLE: Benevolent, civic, educational, fraternal, patriotic, philanthropic, or other similar nonprofit purposes.

CHARITABLE CAR WASH: A temporary vehicle washing activity conducted for fundraising purposes by a charitable car wash Permit Holder under this chapter. It shall not include the operation of an authorized permanent vehicle washing business or service station authorized to wash vehicles on its premises, although a car wash, as defined above, may be conducted on such premises.

CHARITABLE ORGANIZATION: Means and includes an organization which is a duly organized governmental or not for profit civic, educational, fraternal, patriotic, philanthropic or similar community service organization possessing a valid tax-exempt identification number.

PERMIT HOLDER: The applicant who has been granted a permit pursuant to this chapter.

Section 5.60.030 LIMITED NUMBER OF CHARITABLE CAR WASHES.

A. The City will issue no more than three (3) charitable car wash permits in any calendar month and no more than twelve (12) in a calendar year.

B. No applicant will be issued permits for more than three (3) charitable car wash permits per calendar year.

C. No more than four (4) charitable car washes may be conducted at the same location within a calendar year. This limitation shall not apply to locations operating as authorized commercial car washes.
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D. Permits will be issued on a first come first served basis determined by the date and time a complete application is received.

Section 5.60.040 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS.

The location requirements and limitations for charitable car washes are as follows:

A. May be conducted only in a location zoned for commercial uses.

B. May not be conducted on residentially zoned property or at any house, apartment or other dwelling. The limitation regarding residentially zoned property shall not apply to religious or educational institutions.

C. May not be conducted within three hundred (300) feet from a commercial car wash. The distance shall be measured from property line to property line unless the property on which the car wash is to be held is greater than two (2) acres. In the case of properties greater than two (2) acres, the applicant shall designate an area for operation for approval by the City.

Said area shall not be within three hundred (300) feet from a commercial car wash.

D. May not be conducted at any commercial property which has held four (4) prior car washes in the calendar year (excluding licensed commercial car wash locations).

E. May not be conducted within twenty-five feet (25') from the street curb, or from the near edge of the travel lane or lanes of any uncurbed street or road.

Section 5.50.050 PERMIT REQUIRED FOR CHARITABLE CAR WASH.

A. It is unlawful for any person to engage, directly or indirectly, in a charitable car wash without first obtaining a valid charitable car wash permit pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

B. The charitable car wash permit must be prominently displayed at the location where the car wash is conducted and shall be removed at the completion of the car wash.

Section 5.60.060 APPLICATION FOR PERMIT.

A. Applications for charitable car wash permits shall be made to the Community Development Department upon forms prescribed by the City. The application shall be declared under penalty of perjury and filed not less than five (5) business days prior to the time at which the applicant wishes to conduct said car wash.

B. An application fee of $20.00 as may be amended by resolution shall be paid by the applicant.

It will be refunded if the Permit Holder reports its earnings within thirty (30) days.

C. Such applications shall contain the following information and documentation:
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ALTERNATIVE A

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1. The full name, mailing address, email address, principal business and telephone number of the charitable organization or person applying for the permit.

2. The permit application shall include the name and contact information and written authorization from the property owner or lessee allowing the charitable car wash at the location upon which the car wash will be held.

3. The full name, email address, mailing address and telephone number of the person or persons who will be in charge of conducting the car wash. The names and addresses of each individual who will actually be engaged in the car wash shall be on file at the agency/organization conducting the car wash and shall be made available to the City police department upon request at any time.

4. The date and time when such car wash will be held, including preferred hours of the day for commencement and termination of the car wash.

5. A statement to the effect that if a permit is granted, it will not be used or represented in any way as an endorsement of the charitable organization by the City or any department or officer thereof.

6. Proof evidencing that the permit holder is a bona fide charitable organization or if the application is by a person seeking a permit on behalf of a family in need of charitable funding, a statement to that effect and written authorization from an adult member of the family in need.

7. The number of car washes that have been held by the charitable organization in that particular calendar year, and the number of car washes that have been held at that particular location in that particular calendar year.

8. Such supplemental information requested by the Community Development Department as may be needed.

D. The application documents shall be available for public inspection.

Section 5.60.070 ISSUANCE AND FORM OF PERMIT.

A. The Community Development Department will not issue the permit, if it finds that:

1. Any statement made in the application is factually incorrect, and the applicant fails to correct the application after being requested to do so.

2. The applicant has not provided the information required by this chapter and fails to provide the missing information after being requested to do so. 91 Section 7, Item C.

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3. The application violates any of the requirements of this chapter and the applicant fails to amend the application to indicate compliance with said section after being requested to do so.

4. The applicant has exceeded the limitation to have only three (3) car washes per calendar year.

5. The application exceeds the monthly or citywide cap on charitable car washes.

6. The applicant has violated any of the provisions of this chapter within the preceding twelve months from the date the application is submitted.

B. The Community Development Department shall either issue or deny the application within five (5) consecutive business days after the date the application is made. In the event of denial, the Community Development Department shall give the applicant a written notice which states the reasons for the denial.

C. The permit, if issued, shall include the following information:

1. The name and address of the permit holder;

2. The date(s) for which the permit is valid;

3. A statement that the permit does not constitute endorsement by the City or any of its departments, officers or employees, of the purpose of the car wash;

4. A permit number; and

5. The signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

Section 5.60.080 TERM OF PERMIT.

Permits issued under this chaptershall be valid only for the single date specified in the application and for one day of operation.

Section 5.60.090 NON-TRANSFERABILITY OF PERMIT.

Permits are not transferable and may not be assigned.

Section 5.60.100 MANNER OF OPERATION.

A. Car washes held by a Permit Holder:
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1. Shall take place only between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.

2. Shall be conducted for a one day period only.

3. Shall not be conducted by any person under the age of sixteen (16) years, unless supervised by an adult.

4. Shall use biodegradable soaps or detergents, and shall not violate any of City requirements concerning stormwater discharge requirements.

5. Shall have a means in place to limit runoff such as pistol grip nozzle or similar apparatus affixed to each garden hose or water source.

6. Shall utilize temporary signs, if any signs are utilized, in compliance with the City's applicable regulations concerning temporary signs.

B. Permit Holders shall not allow any person to solicit cars or other contributions from a position in or on any public right of way, including, but not limited to, sidewalks, traffic islands, driveways or the like as to endanger that individual or others.

C. It is unlawful for a permit holder as defined herein, to:

1. Refuse to provide their name and a copy of the permit issued under this chapter, if requested by City representatives or law enforcement.

2. Misrepresent their identity or the identity of the charitable organization conducting the charitable car wash for which he or she is an agent.

3. Misrepresent that the charitable car wash permit issued under this chapter is an endorsement by the City, or any department or employee thereof, of the charitable car wash.

Section 5.60.110 REVOCATION OF PERMIT.

Any violation of this chapter by applicant or permit holder shall be cause for revocation of a permit. Upon determination by an authorized representative of the City that a car wash is being conducted without a valid permit or in violation of the requirements of this chapter, said unlawful activity shall cease immediately, and all persons associated with said car wash shall be dispersed within one hour after the giving of said notice. Failure or refusal by the charitable organization and/or the owner/sponsor to cause a car wash in violation of these regulations to cease operations, after receiving such notification from the City official, shall constitute a separate violation of this chapter. Furthermore, any Permit Holder who violates this chapter shall be ineligible for the issuance of a permit for a period of two years. 93 Section 7, Item C.

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Section 5.60.120 VIOLATIONS.

Every person who, for himself or herself, or as the agent of another, commences, engages in or conducts a car wash as provided in this chapter without procuring the permit as required under this chapter or who fails to comply with the conditions of this chapter shall be guilty of an infraction and subject to an administrative fine under Title 1, Chapter 1 of this Code.

Section 5.60.130 CAR WASHING AS A BUSINESS.

This chapter is expressly limited to charitable car washes. Any person, corporation, business or other entity who wishes to hold impromptu or temporary car washes on a profit basis must comply with all City, county and state licensing or permitting requirements and does not fall within this chapter.

SECTION 2. CEQA. A preliminary environmental assessment has been performed for this project pursuant the California Environmental and Quality Act (CEQA). The City Council finds and determines with certainty that, pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15061(b)(3), there is no possibility that this project may have a significant, adverse, impact on the environment. This is because this project involves purely procedural policies with no impacts on the environment.

Therefore, this project is not subject to CEQA.

SECTION 3. Severability. If any section, subsection, phrase, or clause of this ordinance is for any reason held to be unconstitutional or invalid, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this Ordinance.

SECTION 4. Publication. This ordinance shall be published in accordance with the provisions of Government Code Section 36933.

SECTION 5. Effective Date. This ordinance shall become effective thirty (30) days after the date of adoption.

The foregoing ordinance was introduced at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Kerman held on the 8th day of April, 2026, and was passed and adopted at a regular meeting held on ___________, 2026, by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSTAIN:

ABSENT:
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The foregoing ordinance is hereby approved.
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Maria Pacheco
Mayor
Attest:
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Dalia Santana-Zamudio
Deputy Clerk
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Attachment ‘B’
ORDINANCE NO. 26-__

AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF KERMAN ADDING CHAPTER 5.60 RELATING TO CHARITABLE CAR WASHES TO TITLE 5 OF THE

KERMAN MUNICIPAL CODE
The City Council of the City of Kerman does hereby ordain as follows:

SECTION 1. Chapter 5.60 is added to Title 5 of the Kerman Municipal Code to read as follows:

Chapter 5.60

CHARITABLE CAR WASHES
Sections:

5.60.010 Findings

5.60.020 Definitions

5.60.030 Limited Number Of Charitable Car Washes

5.60.040 Location Requirements

5.60.050 Permit Required For Charitable Car Wash

5.60.060 Application for Permit

5.60.070 Issuance and Form of Permit

5.60.080 Term of Permit

5.60.090 Non-transferability of Permit

5.60.100 Manner of Operation

5.60.110 Revocation

5.60.120 Violations

5.60.130 Operation as a Business
Section 5.60.010 Findings and Purpose.

The City Council finds:

A. This chapter shall be known as the Charitable Car Wash Ordinance.

B. The City supports legally established commercial car wash businesses operating under an approved Conditional Use Permit.

C. From time-to-time charitable organizations wish to hold car washes for charitable purposes.

D. The City has an interest in protecting the public health, safety, and welfare of its residents, visitors, and businesses, by allowing a limited number of charitable car washes and establishing a permit requirement for charitable car washes. 96 Section 7, Item C.

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E. The purpose of this chapter is to establish permit requirements for charitable car washes.

F. This chapter supersedes provisions in Chapter 5.24 for charitable solicitations as it relates to charitable car washes.

Section 5.60.020 DEFINITIONS.

For purposes of this chapter, the following definitions shall apply:

APPLICANT: A representative of a charitable organization who applies for a car wash permit.

CHARITABLE: Benevolent, civic, educational, fraternal, patriotic, philanthropic, or other similar nonprofit purposes.

PERMIT HOLDER: The applicant who has been granted a permit pursuant to this chapter.

Section 5.60.030 LIMITED NUMBER OF CHARITABLE CAR WASHES.

A. The City will issue no more than three (3) charitable car wash permits in any calendar month and no more than twelve (12) in a calendar year.

B. No applicant will be issued permits for more than three (3) charitable car wash permits per calendar year.

D. Permits will be issued on a first come first served basis determined by the date and time a complete application is received.
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Section 5.60.040 LOCATION REQUIREMENTS.

The location requirements and limitations for charitable car washes are as follows:

A. May be conducted only in a location zoned for commercial uses.

Said area shall not be within three hundred (300) feet from a commercial car wash.

D. May not be conducted at any commercial property which has held four (4) prior car washes in the calendar year (excluding licensed commercial car wash locations).

E. May not be conducted within twenty-five feet (25') from the street curb, or from the near edge of the travel lane or lanes of any uncurbed street or road.

Section 5.50.050 PERMIT REQUIRED FOR CHARITABLE CAR WASH.

A. It is unlawful for any person to engage, directly or indirectly, in a charitable car wash without first obtaining a valid charitable car wash permit pursuant to the provisions of this chapter.

B. The charitable car wash permit must be prominently displayed at the location where the car wash is conducted and shall be removed at the completion of the car wash.

Section 5.60.060 APPLICATION FOR PERMIT.

B. An application fee of $20.00 as may be amended by resolution shall be paid by the applicant. It will be refunded if the Permit Holder reports its earnings within thirty (30) days.

C. Such applications shall contain the following information and documentation:
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1. The full name, mailing address, email address, principal business and telephone number of the charitable organization.

4. The date and time when such car wash will be held, including preferred hours of the day for commencement and termination of the car wash.

6. Proof evidencing that the permit holder is a bona fide charitable organization.

8. Such supplemental information requested by the Community Development Department as may be needed.

D. The application documents shall be available for public inspection.

Section 5.60.070 ISSUANCE AND FORM OF PERMIT.

A. The Community Development Department will not issue the permit, if it finds that:

1. Any statement made in the application is factually incorrect, and the applicant fails to correct the application after being requested to do so.

2. The applicant has not provided the information required by this chapter and fails to provide the missing information after being requested to do so.

3. The application violates any of the requirements of this chapter and the applicant fails to amend the application to indicate compliance with said section after being requested to do so.
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4. The applicant has exceeded the limitation to have only three (3) car washes per calendar year.

5. The application exceeds the monthly or citywide cap on charitable car washes.

6. The applicant has violated any of the provisions of this chapter within the preceding twelve months from the date the application is submitted.

C. The permit, if issued, shall include the following information:

1. The name and address of the permit holder;

2. The date(s) for which the permit is valid;

3. A statement that the permit does not constitute endorsement by the City or any of its departments, officers or employees, of the purpose of the car wash;

4. A permit number; and

5. The signature of the Community Development Director or his/her designee.

Section 5.60.080 TERM OF PERMIT.

Permits issued under this chaptershall be valid only for the single date specified in the application and for one day of operation.

Section 5.60.090 NON-TRANSFERABILITY OF PERMIT.

Permits are not transferable and may not be assigned.

Section 5.60.100 MANNER OF OPERATION.

A. Car washes held by a Permit Holder:

1. Shall take place only between the hours of 8:00 A.M. and 6:00 P.M.

2. Shall be conducted for a one day period only.
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