Agenda packet — Needles City Council, January 13, 2026

AGENDA

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES CITY

OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERS, 1111 BAILEY AVENUE.

TUESDAY, JANUARY 13, 2025
COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM
CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM

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CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL

PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION ITEMS A three-minute time limit per person has been established.

RECESS TO EXECUTIVE SESSION

EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with real property negotiator pursuant to Government Code §54956.8: Agency negotiator City Manager Patrick Martinez or his designee. Negotiating Parties are the City of Needles as the potential lessor and San Bernardino County as the potential lessee for of a portion of the building located at 1111 Bailey Avenue, APN 0185-221-13-0000. Under negotiations are the price and terms. b. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation pursuant to Government Code section 54956.9(d)(1) City of Needles v. Rivera, et al., Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, Case No.

CIVSB2022575

CALL TO ORDER

ROLL CALL
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT - by City Attorney

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE

INVOCATION

APPROVAL OF AGENDA

CONFLICT OF INTEREST

CORRESPONDENCE

INTRODUCTIONS
CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures
As a courtesy to those in attendance, we would ask that cell phones be turned off or set in their silent mode. Thank you
PUBLIC APPEARANCE - Persons wishing to address the NPUA / City Council on subjects other than those scheduled are requested to do so at this time. When called by the Mayor, please announce your name and address for the record. In order to conduct a timely meeting, a three-minute time limit per person has been established by Municipal Code Section 2-18. Amendments to the California Government Code Section 54950 prohibits the City Council from taking action on a specific item until it appears on the agenda.

PRESENTATION
(A ten-minute time limit per presentation has been established per Municipal Code Section 2-18.)

1. The Mayor will present a plaque to recent retiree Kathy Bernal.

2. Tri-State Community Healthcare Center - A Presentation will be given on Local Primary Care Services, Behavioral Health Programs, and Community Health Resources.

PUBLIC HEARING

3. Adopt Resolution 2025-49 Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Licensed Retail Cannabis Dispensary and Related Tenant Improvements at 1611 Needles Highway, APN 0185-062-26-0000, within the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District
 Staff Report
 Council questions of staff
 Mayor to open the public hearing
 Public Comment
 Mayor to close the public hearing
 Adopt Resolution 2025-49 Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Licensed Retail Cannabis Dispensary and Related Tenant Improvements at 1611 Needles Highway, APN 0185-062-26-0000, within the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District (ACT)

4. Adopt Resolution 2026-1 of the City Council of the City of Needles Approving a Conditional Use Permit Amendment to City Council Resolution 2017-114 for a Medical Marijuana Cultivation Facility Located at 204 Bazoobuth Street (APN 0186-154-13), Including Modification of Perimeter Wall Materials and Relocation of Parking and Trash Enclosure to Adjacent Parcels (APNS 0186-154-05 and 0186-154- 01). CONTINUED TO JANUARY 27, 2026

REGULAR NPUA / COUNCIL ITEMS

5. Approve Change Order 2 to the Public Works Agreement with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. for the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project resulting in an increase to the contract in the amount of $84,333.60 for a new total contract amount of $1,302,710.42; and authorize staff to execute said Change Order. (ACT)

6. Public Art Mural(s) to Be painted on Electrical Utility Boxes (DIS) COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR All matters listed on the Consent Calendar are considered to be routine and will be enacted by one motion in the form listed. The Mayor or any member of the City Council may pull an item from the Consent Calendar for discussion. Prior to Council action, a member of the public may address the City Council on matters scheduled on the Consent Calendar. A three-minute time limit per person applies.

RECOMMENDED ACTION: Approve Items through on the Consent Calendar by affirmative roll call vote. (ACT)

7. Approve the Warrants Register through January 13, 2026

8. Approve the Minutes of December 9, 2025.

END OF COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR

REGULAR COUNCIL ITEMS

9. Appoint a Council Member to the Budget Committee (replacing former Council Member Longacre) (ACT)

10. Visitor Center Operating Hours (DIS)

11. Adopt Resolution 2026-2 Approving the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan, Authorizing Implementation Including Signage, Public Education, and Coordination with Law Enforcement. (ACT)

CITY ATTORNEY REPORT

CITY CLERK REPORT

CITY MANAGER REPORT
City Manager's Report for the weeks of December 26, 2025, and January 2, 2026

COUNCIL REQUESTS
Council Member Ford
Council Member McCorkle
Vice Mayor Campbell
Council Member Pogue
Council Member Belt
Council Member Longbrake
Mayor Jernigan

ADJOURNMENT

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Dated this 9th day of January, 2026
/s/        Candace Clark, CPMC, CMC, City Clerk
City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL PLANNING COMMISSION Regular Special
MEETING DATE: January 13, 2026
TITLE: Resolution 2025-49 of the City Council of the City Of Needles, Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Licensed Retail Cannabis Dispensary and Related Tenant Improvements at 1611 Needles Highway, APN 0185-062-26-0000, within the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District APPLICANT: Norman Yousif, on behalf of Off The Charts (OTC) LOCATION: 1611 Needles Highway; APN 0185-062-26-0000
BACKGROUND: The applicant, Off The Charts (OTC), is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit to establish a licensed retail cannabis dispensary within an existing commercial building located at 1611 Needles Highway. The site is approximately 0.28 acres, zoned General Commercial (C-2), and has been vacant for several years. The proposed project includes tenant improvements, building upgrades, and site enhancements, representing a significant reinvestment that will activate an underutilized parcel and enhance the surrounding commercial corridor. The applicant proposes standard cannabis retail operations with customer check-in procedures, controlled access, secure product handling, inventory tracking, and adherence to all state and local regulations.

The subject property is located on Needles Highway within the General Commercial (C-2) zoning district and carries a General Plan land use designation of General Commercial. The existing building has remained vacant for an extended period, contributing to underutilization along this commercial corridor. Surrounding uses include commercial and residential development to the south and vacant commercial parcels to the north, east and west. Cannabis retail is a conditionally permitted use in the C-2 district under the Needles Municipal Code, requiring approval of a Conditional Use Permit to ensure operational compatibility and compliance with safety and design standards.

The applicant proposes to renovate the existing building to accommodate cannabis retail operations. Interior tenant improvements will include controlled customer access, secure check-in areas, retail display space, and compliance-based storage and security systems. Exterior improvements will include façade upgrades, new lighting, ADA access improvements, repainting, landscaping, and repairs or upgrades to the parking lot, pavement, and striping. Security enhancements will include surveillance cameras, controlled entry points, and perimeter safety improvements. The operation will prohibit on-site consumption, maintain strict odor control, and ensure that no cannabis product is visible from the exterior. Customers will enter through a secured lobby, undergo ID verification, and proceed into the retail area only after authorization. The project is expected to improve the site’s appearance, enhance public safety, and contribute positively to the commercial environment along Needles Highway.

The applicant proposes secure access controls, on-site security staffing, 24/7 surveillance monitoring, and comprehensive compliance procedures. The operation will prohibit loitering and on-site consumption and will implement odor-control measures to ensure no off-site impacts.

Redevelopment of the long-vacant site will provide economic investment, job creation, improved visual character, and potential increases in tax revenue. The project will strengthen commercial activity and contribute to corridor beautification.

On December 3, 2025, the Needles Planning Commission conducted a duly noticed public hearing to receive oral and written testimony regarding Conditional Use Permit Resolution No. 12-03-2025-PC. Following the hearing, the Planning Commission recommended approval of the request.

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT (CUP) FINDINGS: In accordance with Section 94.06(c), the Planning Commission must make the following findings to recommend approval of a conditional use permit:

1. The requested permit is conditionally within its jurisdiction according to the table of permissible uses.

Agenda Item 3.
2 2. The application is complete

3. The use will not endanger public health or safety.

4. The development will be in conformity with the Needles General Plan.

PUBLIC NOTIFICATION: A public hearing notice was published in the Needles Desert Star on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and posted in two conspicuous locations. Notices were sent to property owners within 300' of the proposed project site.

ENVIRONMENTAL: CEQA Compliance – Categorical Exemption (Section 15301, Class 1): The proposed project qualifies for a Categorical Exemption under Section 15301 (Class 1) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. This exemption applies to projects involving minor alterations to existing structures with negligible or no expansion of the existing use. The project involves commercial use within an existing structure and minor site improvements. The building footprint will remain unchanged, and no significant expansion of the existing structure or use is proposed.

RECOMMENDATION: Adopt Resolution 2025-49 Approving a Conditional Use Permit for a Licensed Retail Cannabis Dispensary and Related Tenant Improvements at 1611 Needles Highway, APN 0185-062-26- 0000, within the General Commercial (C-2) Zoning District SUBMITTED BY: Irene Romero, City Planner
ATTACHMENTS:

1. Vicinity Map

2. Project Plans

3. City Council Resolution, Findings, and Conditions of Approval

4. CUP Application

City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date:
1/8/2026
Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 1

VICINITY MAP
DATE: January 13, 2026
PROJECT: CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

FOR A PROPOSED LICENSED RETAIL

CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND RELATED
TENANT IMPROVEMENTS AT 1611

NEEDLES HIGHWAY WITHIN THE GENERAL
COMMERCIAL (C-2) LAND USE ZONING
DISTRICT; APN 0185-062-26
NORTH

CITY OF NEEDLES PLANNING DEPARTMENT

NEEDLES HWY
PROJECT SITE W. BROADWAY ST.

Agenda Item 3.

Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

Long Beach CA, 90807
T: 562.981.2000
E: [email protected]
Project Number:
31020078
IssueNo. Date
1611 NEEDLES HIGHWAY,
NEEDLES, CA 92363
1 24 November 2025
Planning Comments 10 Nov 2025
2 Planning Comments 24 Nov 2025
3 Planning Comment
Responses
24 Nov 2025
A0.00
Cover Sheet
3a
Applicable Building Code / Utility Information 1
Project Information 2
Occupancy / Zoning 7
Site Address 1611 Needles Highway, Needles, CA
ZIP 92363
Lot Size 112,196.8 SF (0.28 Acre)
Assessor Parcel No. (APN) 0185062260000
Land Use Category General Commercial
Zoning C-2 General Commercial
District 16 | Joshua Tree
Occupancy Classification M
Construction Type Type V-B
Number of Stories One Story
Sprinklered No (No Change)
2025 California Building Code
2025 California Fire Code
2025 California Mechanical Code
2025 California Plumbing Code
2025 California Electrical Code
2025 California Energy Code
2025 California Green Building Standards Code
Project Team
APPLICANT: NORMAN & DARLINE YOUSIF
1611 NEEDLES HIGHWAY,
NEEDLES, CA 92363
TEL. (949) 335-2997
CONTACT: MATTHEW JONES
ARCHITECT: GIBBS ARCHITECTS
3575 LONG BEACH BLVD.

LONG BEACH, CA 90807
TEL: (562) 981-2000
CONTACT: KURT GIBBS
Vicinity Map
N
Scope Of Work 5
Site Map 11
N
1611 Needles Highway,
Needles, CA92363
Drawing List 4

ARCHITECTURAL
A0.00 Cover Sheet
A1.00 Site Plan
A1.01 Enlarged Site Pan
A1.02 Conceptual Lighting Plan
A1.03 Conceptual Landscape Plan
A2.01 Floor Plan
A3.01 Elevations N-E
A3.02 Elevations S-W
9 OCCUPANT LOAD
CALCULATIONS:

TOTAL AREA -1,647 SF
- 1,006 / 60 = 16.7 ~ 17
- 119 / 15 = 7.9 ~ 8
- 243 / 300 = 0.81 ~ 1
194 / 150 = 1.28 ~ 2
Total Occupant Load = 28
AREA BREAKDOWN:

RETAIL 1,006 SF
STORAGE 243 SF
OFFICE 194 SF
BREAK AREA 119 SF
EXISTING RESTROOM 50 SF
HALLWAY 35 SF
TOTAL 1,647 SF
· NEW POINTS OF SALE.
· NEW RETAIL COUNTERS AND SHELVES
· NEW WALL
Area of Work:1,647 SF
NOTE:

THERE WILL BE NO HANDLING OF RAW OR "HOT" FOODS WITHIN THE PREMISES.

THERE WILL BE NO EDIBLES AND/OR BEVERAGES FOR SALE AT THIS LOCATION.

RETAIL ITEMS ARE DELIVERED PRE-PACKAGED AND READY FOR SALE. 1611 Needles Highway,
Needles, CA92363
PARKING CALCULATIONS:
1,647 SF RETAIL / 250 SF /SPACE
- 6.6 ~ 7 SPACES REQUIRED
7 TOTAL PARKING SPACES REQUIRED
10 TOTAL PARKING SPACES PROVIDED

ELECTRICITY
Needles Public Utility Authority
817 Third St,
Needles, CA 92363
(760) 326-2115 ext.140

WATER / WASTEWATER
Needles Public Utility Authority
817 Third St,
Needles, CA 92363
(760) 326-2115 ext.140
GAS
Southern California Gas Company
1100 Arizona Ave,
Needles, CA 92363
(877) 238-0092

INTERNET
Route 66 Broadband
1058 East Broadway,
Needles, CA 92363
(760) 326-2419

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT APPLICATION

FOR A PROPOSED LICENSED RETAIL

CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND RELATED
TENANT IMPROVEMENTS AT 1611

NEEDLES HIGHWAY WITHIN THE GENERAL
COMMERCIAL (C-2) LAND USE ZONING
DISTRICT; APN 0185-062-26
NO CHANGES TO STOREFRONT.

NO CHANGES TO ELECTRICAL.

NO CHANGES TO PLUMBING.

ADDING RETAIL CABINETS, POINTS OF
SALE, AND SHELVES.

Work is limited to:

ATTACHMENT NO. 2
Agenda Item 3.
100'-0" NO PARKING
HC

PARKING
1 4
5 6
7 8
9 20'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 120'-0"

BREAK AREA
CLG: +10'-0"
RETAIL
CLG: +12'-0"

STORAGE
CLG: +10'-0" OFFICE
CLG: +10'-0" EXISTING

RESTROOM
CLG: +10'-0"

NOT USED

NO CEILING

OPEN TO ABOVE
(ANY FUTURE USE, OUTSIDE OF APPROVED

PROJECT WOULD REQUIRE PLANNING APPROVAL)

POS POS POS
HC
POS

WALL DISPLAY

WALL DISPLAY
5'-0" 5'-0"
5'-0" 5'-0"
2 3
10 3'-0"
50'-0" 5'-5" 5'-5" 22'-9" EXISTING FRONT SETBACK 17'-3" EXISTING REAR SETBACK 29'-9"

DRIVE AISLE
28'-3"

DRIVE AISLE
59'-2"

EXISTING REAR

SETBACK
1'-0"

EXISTING REAR
SETBACK 17'-3" 115'-2"
107'-4" 11'-0"
7'-0"
Site Plan
0 8 16 24
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/16 = 1'-0"
N
32 FT
NOTES:
- ALL SITEWORK TO COORDINATE WITH CIVIL SHEET C-1
- PROJECT PLANS SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE
REQUIREMENTS UNDER SECTION 111.04.18 AND SECTION
111.04.22 OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES MUNICIPAL CODE.

TRUNCATED DOMES,
36" WIDE, TYP.

NEW CONCRETE VAN

ACCESSIBLE HANDICAPPED

PARKING SPACE

NEW CONCRETE

ADA LOADING SPACE

NEW CONCRETE

ADA WALKWAY

NEW PAVERS

EXISTING GRAVEL

TO REMAIN

NEW PAVERS

NEW HANDICAPPED ACCESSIBLE

SIDEWALK ACCESS TO BUILDING

EXISTING CONCRETE

APRONS TO REMAIN

NEW ASPHALT PARKING

EXISTING CURB CUT AND

DRIVEWAY TO REMAIN

EXISTING CONCRETE ENTRY

TO BE RE-POURED AT

PROPER GRADE FOR ADA

CONDENSING UNITS
(W/ BOLLARDS)
NEW 6'-0" HIGH PILASTER,
TYP OF 5
NEW 5'-0" HIGH WROUGHT

IRON FENCE

EXISTING CHAIN

LINK FENCE

NEW WROUGHT

IRON FENCE
NEW 5'-0" HIGH

WROUGHT IRON FENCE
NEW 6'-0" HIGH
PILASTER, TYP OF 5
NEW 3'-0" SWALE

NEW WROUGHT

IRON FENCE

NEW WROUGHT

IRON FENCE

EXISTING METAL SIGN TO REMAIN

AND TO BE REUSED
(UNDER SEPARATE PERMIT)

EXTERIOR LIGHTING WALL
PACKS, TYP OF 9

NEW TRASH ENCLOSURE W/

SELF CLOSING GATES PER

CITY OF NEEDLS STANDARDS

ADJACENT PROPERTY
(NOT A PART)
EXISTING USE: COMMERCIAL
LAND USE: GENERAL COMMERCIAL

EXISTING CURB CUT TO BE FILLED

AND CONVERTED TO SIDEWALK

EXISTING CURB CUT TO BE FILLED

AND CONVERTED TO SIDEWALK

ADJACENT PROPERTY
(NOT A PART)
EXISTING USE: COMMERCIAL
LAND USE: GENERAL COMMERCIAL

ADJACENT PROPERTY
(NOT A PART)
EXISTING USE: VACANT
LAND USE: GENERAL COMMERCIAL

ADJACENT PROPERTY
(NOT A PART)
EXISTING USE: SFR
LAND USE: GENERAL COMMERCIAL N M S T R E E T W B R O A D W A Y S T R E E T

N E E D L E S H I G H W A Y

NEW PAINTED PARKING

STRIPES

NEW CONCRETE ADA

PATH OF TRAVEL
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

PARKING
1 4
5 6
7 8
9 20'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0" 120'-0"

BREAK AREA
CLG: +10'-0"
RETAIL
CLG: +12'-0"

STORAGE
CLG: +10'-0"
OFFICE
CLG: +10'-0"

EXISTING

RESTROOM
CLG: +10'-0"

NOT USED

NO CEILING

OPEN TO ABOVE
(ANY FUTURE USE, OUTSIDE OF APPROVED

PROJECT WOULD REQUIRE PLANNING APPROVAL)

POS POS POS
HC
POS

WALL DISPLAY

WALL DISPLAY
5'-0" 5'-0"
5'-0" 5'-0"
2 3
10 3'-0"
50'-0" 5'-5" 5'-5" 22'-9" EXISTING FRONT SETBACK 17'-3" EXISTING REAR SETBACK 29'-9"

DRIVE AISLE
28'-3"

DRIVE AISLE
59'-2"

EXISTING REAR

SETBACK
1'-0"

EXISTING REAR
SETBACK 17'-3" 15'-2"
107'-4" 11'-0"
7'-0"
Enlarged Site Plan
0 4 8 12
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/8" = 1'-0"
N
16 FT
NOTES:
- ALL SITEWORK TO COORDINATE WITH CIVIL SHEET C-1
- PROJECT PLANS SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL

APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS UNDER SECTION
111.04.18 AND SECTION 111.04.22 OF THE CITY OF
NEEDLES MUNICIPAL CODE.
3 : 12 3 : 12
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

Long Beach CA, 90807
T: 562.981.2000
E: [email protected]
Project Number:
31020078
No. Issue Date
1611 NEEDLES HIGHWAY,
NEEDLES, CA 92363
1 24 November 2025
Planning Comments 10 Nov 2025
2 Planning Comments 24 Nov 2025
3 Planning Comment
Responses
24 Nov 2025
Enlarged Site Plan
A1.01
Agenda Item 3.

NO PARKING
HC

PARKING
1 4
5 6
7 8
9 20'-0" 9'-0" 9'-0"

BREAK AREA
CLG: +10'-0"
RETAIL
CLG: +12'-0"

STORAGE
CLG: +10'-0"
OFFICE
CLG: +10'-0"

EXISTING

RESTROOM
CLG: +10'-0"

NOT USED

NO CEILING

OPEN TO ABOVE
(ANY FUTURE USE, OUTSIDE OF APPROVED

PROJECT WOULD REQUIRE PLANNING APPROVAL)

POS POS POS
HC
POS

WALL DISPLAY

WALL DISPLAY
5'-0" 5'-0"
5'-0" 5'-0"
2 3
10 3'-0"
29'-9"

DRIVE AISLE
28'-3"
DRIVE AISLE 17'-3" 15'-2"
107'-4" 11'-0"
7'-0"
Conceptual Lighting Plan
0 4 8 12
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/8" = 1'-0"
N
16 FT
NOTES:
- PROJECT PLANS SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL

APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS UNDER
SECTION 111.04.18 AND SECTION 111.04.22
OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES MUNICIPAL CODE.

NEW LIGHTING WALLPACK,
TYP OF 5 (LYTEPRO16)

NEW LIGHTING WALLPACK,
TYP OF 5 (LYTEPRO16)
3 : 12 3 : 12
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

Conceptual Landscape Plan
0 4 8 12
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/8" = 1'-0"
N
16 FT
NOTES:
- ALL SITEWORK TO COORDINATE WITH CIVIL SHEET C-1
- PROJECT PLANS SHALL COMPLY WITH ALL

APPLICABLE REQUIREMENTS UNDER SECTION
111.04.18 AND SECTION 111.04.22 OF THE CITY OF
NEEDLES MUNICIPAL CODE.

NEW

XERISCAPE
NEW

XERISCAPE
NEW 36" AGAVE PLANT,
TYP OF 4
NEW 18" AGAVE PLANT,
TYP OF 6
NOTES:
- SEE RENDERS FOR MORE INFORMATION.

Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

Floor Plan
0 2 4 6 8 FT
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/4" = 1'-0"
N

EXISTING WALLS
LEGEND:

BREAK AREA
CLG: +10'-0"
RETAIL
CLG: +12'-0"

STORAGE
CLG: +10'-0" OFFICE
EXISTING CLG: +10'-0"

RESTROOM
CLG: +10'-0"
AREA BREAKDOWN:

RETAIL 1,006 SF
STORAGE 243 SF
OFFICE 194 SF
BREAK AREA 119 SF
EXISTING RESTROOM 50 SF
HALLWAY 35 SF
TOTAL 1,647 SF
40'-0" 80'-0" 38'-10" 16'-4" 24'-10"
14'-0" 15'-0" 11'-0"
40'-0" 2'-6" 5'-0" 6'-0" 5'-0" 6'-4" 16'-4" 2'-8" 16'-0" 2'-0" 16'-0" 2'-2"

POS POS POS
HC
POS

WALL DISPLAY

WALL DISPLAY
5'-0" 5'-0"
5'-0" 5'-0"
OCCUPANT LOAD CALCULATIONS:

TOTAL AREA -1,647 SF
- 1,006 / 60 = 16.7 ~ 17
- 119 / 15 = 7.9 ~ 8
- 243 / 300 = 0.81 ~ 1
194 / 150 = 1.28 ~ 2
Total Occupant Load = 28

EXISTING WINDOW

TO REMAIN

EXISTING WINDOW

TO REMAIN

EXISTING DOUBLE

SWING DOOR TO REMAIN

EXISTING ROLL UP DOOR
TO REMAIN, TYP. OF 2
(PERMANENTLY CLOSED

EXISTING SWING DOOR

TO REMAIN

CHECK-IN
CLG: +12'-0"

EXISTING WINDOW

TO REMAIN

NOT USED

NO CEILING

OPEN TO ABOVE
(ANY FUTURE USE, OUTSIDE OF APPROVED

PROJECT WOULD REQUIRE PLANNING APPROVAL)

NEW WALLS
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

North Elevation
0 2 4 6 8 FT
1 SCALE:

FILE:
1/4" = 1'-0" 16'-0" 13'-0"

EXISTING STOREFRONT

TO REMAIN

NEW STUCCO
COLOR "WHITE DAISY"
DEHW02 BY DUNN EDWARDS
(PART OF 25% OF BUILDING ELEVATION TOTAL)
"NEW"
NEW PAINT COLOR "ENVIOUS PASTEL"
DE5576 BY DUNN EDWARDS

EXISTING WINDOW

TO REMAIN

NEW LIGHTING
WALLPACK, TYP OF 5
(LYTEPRO16)
"NEW"
1" THK x 18" HIGH PVC PANEL CONTINUOUS
INTEGRALLY COLORED W/ "COVER OF
NIGHT" DE6329 BY DUNN EDWARDS

EXISTING ROLL-UP
DOORS TO REMAIN 16'-0" 13'-0"
3 12
3 12

EXISTING WINDOW

TO REMAIN

NEW STUCCO
COLOR "WHITE DAISY"
DEHW02 BY DUNN EDWARDS
(PART OF 25% OF BUILDING ELEVATION TOTAL)
"NEW"

NEW PAINT COLOR
"ENVIOUS PASTEL"
DE5576 BY DUNN

EDWARDS

NEW LIGHTING
WALLPACK, TYP OF 5
(LYTEPRO16)
"NEW"
1" THK x 18" HIGH PVC PANEL CONTINUOUS
INTEGRALLY COLORED W/ "COVER OF
NIGHT" DE6329 BY DUNN EDWARDS
East Elevation
0 2 4 6 8 FT
3 SCALE:

FILE:
1/4" = 1'-0"
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

File:

Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

SEE CONCEPTUAL LIGHTING
PLAN ON SHEET A1.02
Agenda Item 3.

South Elevation
0 2 4 6 8 FT
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FILE:
1/4" = 1'-0" 16'-0" 13'-0"

NEW STUCCO
COLOR "WHITE DAISY"
DEHW02 BY DUNN EDWARDS
(PART OF 25% OF BUILDING ELEVATION TOTAL)
"NEW"

NEW PAINT COLOR
"ENVIOUS PASTEL"
DE5576 BY DUNN
EDWARDS 16'-0" 13'-0"
3 12
3 12

NEW STUCCO
COLOR "WHITE DAISY"
DEHW02 BY DUNN EDWARDS
(PART OF 25% OF BUILDING ELEVATION TOTAL)
"NEW"
NEW PAINT COLOR "ENVIOUS PASTEL"
DE5576 BY DUNN EDWARDS

EXISTING DOOR

TO REMAIN

NEW LIGHTING
WALLPACK, TYP OF 5
(LYTEPRO16)
West Elevation
0 2 4 6 8 FT
3 SCALE:

FILE:
1/4" = 1'-0"
Scale As Noted
Sheet Title:

Date:

Revisions:

Scale:

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Drawing Number:

Kurt Gibbs AIA
3575 Long Beach Blvd.

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PLAN ON SHEET A1.02
Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 3
RESOLUTION 2025-49

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES

APPROVING A CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR A LICENSED RETAIL CANNABIS DISPENSARY AND RELATED TENANT IMPROVEMENTS AT 1611 NEEDLES HIGHWAY, APN 0185-062-26, WITHIN THE GENERAL COMMERCIAL (C-2) ZONING DISTRICT
WHEREAS, the City Council wishes to assist property owners in their efforts to build in the City in a reasonable manner that does not create a hazard to health, safety, and welfare or degrade property values or create incompatibility with surrounding uses; and
WHEREAS, Off The Charts (OTC) submitted an application for a Conditional Use Permit to establish and operate a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway; and WHEREAS, on December 13, 2022, City Council Ordinance No. 656-AC was approved allowing retail cannabis dispensary in zones C1, C2, C3, M1 and M2, with a Conditional Use Permit and Regulatory Permit; and WHEREAS, the parcel being considered for retail cannabis dispensary is currently zoned C-2 “General Commercial” for APN 0185-062-26-0000; and
WHEREAS, a public hearing notice for January 13, 2026, City Council meeting was published in the Needles Desert Star on December 31, 2025, at least 10 days prior to said meeting, and notices were sent to property owners within a 300-foot radius of the subject property specifying the date, time and location of the public hearing; and WHEREAS, on December 3, 2025, the Needles Planning Commission held a duly noticed and advertised public hearing to receive oral and written testimony relative to RESOLUTION NO. 12-03-2025-PC and was commended for approval unanimously; and
WHEREAS, Section 94.06(c) of the Needles City Code describes the findings required to approve a Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the project meets all required findings and is consistent with the General Plan and Municipal Code.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Needles as follows:

SECTION 1. The City Council HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that this project is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, under Section 15301 (Class 1) of the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Guidelines. This exemption applies to projects involving minor alterations to existing structures with negligible or no expansion of the existing use. The project involves commercial use within an existing structure and minor site improvements. The building footprint will remain unchanged, and no significant expansion of the existing structure or use is proposed.

SECTION 2. The City Council HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES, with reports and findings, that facts do exist to approve RESOLUTION 2025-49, subject to conditions, according to the criteria specified in Section 94.06 of the Needles City Code:

A. That the requested permit is within its jurisdiction according to the table of permissible uses.

FINDING: The requested Conditional Use Permit is within the jurisdiction of the Planning Commission and City Council because retail cannabis uses are conditionally permitted within the General Commercial (C-2) zoning district pursuant to the Needles Municipal Code. Approval of a CUP is the appropriate mechanism for authorizing cannabis retail activities in this zoning designation, and the application falls squarely within the City’s established review and approval procedures for such uses.

B. The Application is Complete
FINDING: Staff has reviewed the application and determined that all required materials, forms, plans, and operational information have been submitted in accordance with the City’s CUP filing requirements. The application includes sufficient detail for staff and the Planning Commission to evaluate the project’s operational characteristics, site improvements, compliance measures, and compatibility with surrounding uses. Therefore, the application is deemed complete for the purposes of processing and consideration.

C. The development is in general conformity with the Needles General Plan.

FINDING: The proposed development is consistent with the goals and policies of the Needles General Plan, which encourage reinvestment in commercial areas, the reuse of vacant and underutilized buildings, and the expansion of economic opportunities within the city. The project supports General Plan objectives related to Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 3
commercial revitalization, corridor enhancement, public safety, and economic development. By improving an existing commercial site along Needles Highway and providing a regulated commercial service, the development aligns with the General Plan’s vision for this corridor.

D. The development is in harmony with the area in which it is located.

FINDING: The development is in harmony with the surrounding area because it is located within an established commercial corridor composed of similar commercial and service-oriented uses. The proposed improvements, including façade enhancements, new lighting, landscaping, ADA access upgrades, and parking lot repairs will significantly improve the site’s appearance and complement nearby properties. The operational characteristics, including controlled access, security measures, and odor management, ensure that the use will function compatibly with surrounding development. The project activates a long-vacant parcel and contributes positively to the overall commercial environment along Needles Highway.

E. The development will not materially endanger the public health or safety.

FINDING: The development will not endanger public health or safety because the operation of a cannabis retail facility is subject to stringent state and local regulatory requirements. The applicant will implement extensive security measures, including surveillance cameras, access controls, alarm systems, and on-site security personnel. The operation prohibits on-site consumption and loitering, maintains strict odor-control measures, and complies with all applicable building, fire, and accessibility codes. These safeguards ensure that the facility operates in a safe, secure, and orderly manner that does not pose risks to the public.

F. The development will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting properties.

FINDING: The development will not substantially injure the value of adjoining or abutting properties. Instead, the project is expected to enhance surrounding property values by improving a long-vacant and underutilized commercial building. Planned improvements, including renovations to the building exterior, enhancements to lighting, landscaping, accessibility, and parking will contribute positively to the visual and functional character of the area. The project's regulated operations, security protocols, and clean, updated appearance will reduce potential nuisances and may encourage further investment in surrounding properties.

SECTION 3. The City Council HEREBY FINDS AND DETERMINES that facts do exist to approve RESOLUTION 2025-49.

SECTION 4. The City Council HEREBY APPROVES RESOLUTION 2025-49, a Conditional Use Permit to establish and operate a licensed retail cannabis dispensary at 1611 Needles Highway within the General Commercial (C-2) zoning district also known as APN 0185-062-26-0000 subject to conditions stated herein below:

1. Approval of RESOLUTION 2025-49 Conditional Use Permit (“CUP”) authorizes one (1) cannabis retail business within the existing building on the site located at 1611 Needles Highway. This CUP does not authorize cooperative/collective uses, manufacturing, distribution, cultivation, or testing laboratory activities at this site.

2. The Applicant/Owner/Operator, and his/her/its successor(s) in interest (“Applicant”) shall comply with all conditions of this CUP, including the Needles Municipal Code (“Municipal Code”) and Chapter 12A thereof, the City Zoning Code, including Article IV and Section 94 thereof, and all applicable laws, policies, rules and regulations of the City, County, and State; and shall comply with any requirements associated with this approval or with the issuance of any Consumption License as required by Chapter 12A of the Municipal Code.

3. The project shall conform to all plans, materials, and documents submitted as part of the CUP. Any deviation or modification shall require Planning review and approval.

4. With the exception for amendments and/or modifications that are consistent with Section 94.15 of the City’s Zoning Code, anything not shown on the CUP application or the Site Plan, or which is not specifically approved herein, or which is not in compliance with the CUP, is not approved. Any application and/or plans which are defective as to, but not limited to, omissions, dimensions, scale, use, colors, materials, encroachments, easements, etc., shall render any entitlements granted here under null and void. Construction (if any) shall cease until all requirements of this CUP are complied with, and development entitlements may be withheld until any Code violations are abated.

5. The Applicant shall obtain a Cannabis Regulatory Permit from the City and a State cannabis retail license prior to commencing operations. Suspension or revocation of any required license shall immediately suspend cannabis operations.

6. The approval of RESOLUTION 2025-49 is subject to the twelve (12) month expiration provisions of Section

94.13(a) of the City’s Zoning Code.

Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 3

7. The permit issuing authority may extend for a period of up to twelve (12) months, the date when the permit would otherwise expire pursuant to 94.13(a) if it concludes that: (1) the permit has not yet expired; (2) the permit recipient has proceeded with due diligence and in good faith; and (3) conditions have not changed so substantially as to warrant a new application.

8. The Applicant shall indemnify and hold the City harmless from all claims arising from the approval or operation of the cannabis business.

As a condition of approval, the Applicant shall:
(a) Execute an indemnification agreement acceptable to the City. (b) Maintain insurance with minimum limits of $1,000,000 per claim and $2,000,000 aggregate. (c) Name the City as an additional insured; and
(d) Defend, at its sole expense, any action brought against the City related to the approval or operation of the cannabis business.

9. All construction shall comply with current Building, Fire, Mechanical, Electrical, and Plumbing Codes and any conditions imposed by the Fire Department.

10. The Applicant shall obtain a Certificate of Occupancy prior to operation. All required inspections shall be completed to the satisfaction of the City.

11. Within fifteen (15) days of final approval by City Council, the Applicant shall submit a signed acknowledgment confirming acceptance of these Conditions of Approval.

12. A scanned copy of the signed Conditions shall be included in the Building Construction Plans submitted for plan check.

13. The Applicant shall pay all established service, permit, impact, environmental, and other applicable fees required by the City as a condition of this CUP.

14. The Applicant shall apply for and obtain a Cannabis Retail License prior to operating the cannabis consumption business conditionally authorized by this CUP and shall at all times comply with the provisions of such license and applicable City Codes and regulations. The revocation or suspension of any required regulatory license shall operate to suspend all operations.

15. Hours shall comply with all State and local cannabis retail regulations.

16. The following are prohibited:
 On-site consumption of cannabis
 Outdoor cannabis sales or display
 Alcohol sales or consumption
 Medical evaluations or physician recommendations
 Special events without City approval

17. The Applicant shall install and maintain an odor-control system that prevents cannabis odors from being detected outside the building.

18. All cannabis products shall be stored in locked, secure locations during and after operating hours.

19. Graffiti shall be removed or painted over within twenty-four (24) hours of occurrence.

20. An emergency access and evacuation plan shall be filed with the Fire Department and law enforcement.

21. A Security Plan shall be reviewed and approved by the City Manager or designee prior to issuance of a building permit.

22. A 24-hour digital surveillance system shall be installed and maintained, providing a minimum of 240 hours of recorded storage. Footage shall be provided to the City within 24 hours upon request.

23. A monitored burglar and fire alarm system shall be installed.

24. Security personnel shall possess valid State licenses/Guard Cards.

25. All exterior areas shall be illuminated per City standards and shielded to prevent off-site glare.

26. Access to retail areas shall be restricted to verified customers and authorized staff.

27. The Applicant shall obtain Will-Serve letters for water, sewer, and electric service.

Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 3

28. The Applicant shall provide electric, water, and sewer demand calculations, if applicable.

29. The Applicant is responsible for any necessary utility upgrades.

30. All capacity fees must be paid prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.

31. Parking areas shall be paved and striped consistent with City standards.

32. The Applicant shall provide ADA-compliant parking, paths of travel, and building accessibility features.

33. The building exterior shall be maintained in good condition, and all materials shall be consistent with City aesthetic requirements.

34. Trash bins shall be kept within a screened, secured enclosure.

35. Ground-mounted HVAC units shall be enclosed within anti-theft cages.

36. An Encroachment Permit shall be obtained for any work within the public right-of-way.

37. Construction sites shall be kept free of debris and maintained in a clean and orderly manner.

38. If cultural materials or human remains are discovered, work shall cease and PRC §5097.98 procedures which outlines the mandatory procedures for handling the inadvertent discovery of Native American human remains and associated grave goods on private or non-federal public lands in California. shall be followed.

39. The City Manager or designee may conduct site inspections with 24 hours’ notice.

40. Applicant shall reimburse the City for all enforcement, inspection, and processing costs associated with this cannabis business.

41. Violation of any condition may result in suspension or revocation of this CUP pursuant to NMC 118.04.

42. The applicant shall submit a final precise grading plan to Engineering Department for review and approval prior to any permit issuance.

43. The two (2) unused driveway approaches on Needles Highway shall be removed and replaced with PCC sidewalk per city standards.

44. Permeable pavers shall not be installed within any area of the Public Right-of-Way.

45. A final WQMP may be required for the project dependent upon the final amount of impervious surface installed based upon the final precise grading plan.

46. An ADA pathway shall be provided to the public sidewalk.

47. The project shall comply with all requirements identified in San Bernardino County Fire Protection District Plan Review No. FPLN-2025-00147, dated October 6, 2025, including all conditions, corrections, inspections, construction standards, and operational requirements specified therein. Compliance with County Fire requirements shall be verified prior to issuance of a Certificate of Occupancy.

48. The Cannabis Business shall operate in a manner consistent with the U.S. Department of Justice enforcement guidelines and priorities, including those prohibiting:
(a) The distribution of cannabis to minors.
(b) Providing revenue from the sale of cannabis to criminal enterprises, gangs, or cartels. (c) The diversion of cannabis from a state where cannabis is legal to a state where it is illegal. (d) Using cannabis business activity as a cover for trafficking other illegal drugs or engaging in other illegal activity.
(e) The use of violence or firearms in the operation, cultivation, distribution, or retail sale of cannabis. (f) Actions contributing to drugged driving or other adverse public health consequences. (g) Growing cannabis on public lands or causing environmental or safety hazards associated with cannabis production on public lands; and
(h) The possession or use of cannabis on federal property.

Failure to comply with these standards may result in enforcement action, penalties, suspension, or revocation of the Conditional Use Permit or Cannabis Regulatory Permit.

Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 3

49. The Cannabis Business shall pay all legally required taxes and fees, including, but not limited to, the City’s Cannabis Business Tax, sales tax, and all other City or State-imposed taxes, fees, assessments, penalties, and regulatory charges.
(a) The Cannabis Business shall not have any unpaid financial obligation to the City, including unpaid taxes, penalties, fees, interest, fines, or other required payments (“unpaid tax obligations”). (b) A Cannabis Business shall not be in breach of this condition if it enters into and fully performs the terms of a written offer and compromise or other settlement agreement approved by the City to resolve any unpaid tax obligations.
(c) Nothing in this condition shall deprive the Cannabis Business of the right to appeal or seek judicial determination of the propriety of any amounts alleged by the City as unpaid tax obligations. (d) The Cannabis Business shall not lose its Cannabis Business Regulatory License during the pendency of a timely and properly filed appeal or judicial action regarding disputed tax obligations. (e) The Cannabis Business shall comply with Needles Municipal Code Chapter 12A, all applicable City ordinances and resolutions, the Medical and Adult-Use Cannabis Regulation and Safety Act (MAUCRSA), and all State laws, rules, regulations, and guidance governing cannabis operations.

50. The Cannabis Business shall keep adequate records of any Cannabis related activity, including conducting an inventory on the first business day of each week and recording the total quantity of each form of Cannabis on the Premises. Records expressly include, but are not limited to, video recordings maintained pursuant to this Chapter. All records shall be maintained for seven (7) years from the date created or longer if required by State or Federal law.

51. The Cannabis Business shall comply with the State’s track and trace system and other requirements, as may be amended from time to time.

52. On the fifth day of each month, the Cannabis Business shall provide the City Manager with a written report containing the following information:
(a) Bills of lading and a description of all inventory shipments received (including those received by the Cannabis Business, weight of any Cannabis flowers, edibles and concentrates) since prior report; (b) The description and weight of inventory in the possession or control of the Cannabis Business; (c) The total gross revenue received from prior month’s sales; and (d) A copy of any inventory manifest and/or sales or tax reports provided to the State Board of Equalization, the California Department of Tax and Fee Administration, and/or the Department of Cannabis Control, and any other taxing agencies.

SECTION 5. This action shall become final and effective immediately after this decision by the Needles City Council.

PASSED, APPROVED, AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Needles, California, held on the 13th day of January 2026 by the following vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Janet Jernigan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Candace Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lena Wade, Deputy City Attorney
Agenda Item 3.

ATTACHMENT NO. 4
Agenda Item 3.

Agenda Item 3.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA Regular Special
Meeting Date: January 13, 2026
Title: Approve Change Order No. 2 to the Public Works Agreement with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. for the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project Background: On May 13, 2025, City Council Awarded a bid from Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. for construction of the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project in the amount of $1,128,676 plus 10% contingency for a total project cost of $1,241,544. On September 23, 2025, City Council approved Change Order No. 1 to the contract with Pyramid increasing the total construction cost to $1,218,376.82 for changes that occurred during construction of the Monterey phase of the project.

During the water main replacement along River Road, additional changes were required due to the location of existing utilities and requirements to maintain adequate separation from other utilities. Additional valves were also required to properly shut down the residential areas in the future.

The proposed Change Order was received from the contractor and reviewed by the City Contract Engineer prior to submittal to the State Water Resources Control Board (SWRCB) for review. Approval was granted by the State to be funded by Phase 4B grant funds and contingency.

Therefore, Change Order No. 2 includes items already approved by the SWRCB increasing the contract with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. by $84,333.60 for a new total contract amount of $1,302,710.42.

Fiscal Impact: The City received Grant Amendment #3 to the original Grant Agreement with the California State Water Resources Control Board in the amount of $14,315,640.00 for water system improvements. The Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project is identified as Phase 4B of the overall project budget in the amount of $1,828,730 with a $101,400 allowable contingency.

Change Order #2 in the amount of $84,333.60 is to be funded by $23,167.18 project contingency and $61,166.42 apportionment to the FY26 budget.

Recommended Action: Approve Change Order 2 to the Public Works Agreement with Pyramid Building and Engineering, Inc. for the Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project resulting in an increase to the contract in the amount of $84,333.60 for a new total contract amount of $1,302,710.42; and authorize staff to execute said Change Order
Submitted By: Kathy Raasch, Director of Development Services/Capital Projects City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date: 01/08/2026 Agenda Item 5.

CHANGE ORDER SUMMARY
From:

Pyramid Building & Engineering, Inc.
10975 G. Avenue
Hesperia, CA 92345
To: City of Needles
Date: 11/14/2025 P.B.E COR # 002
Attn: Kathy Raasch
Type: (LS,TM,) Owner Approved #___________
Contract Extension Day Request:

QUANTITY UNIT
EA
EA
EA
EA
EA
LS
HR
HRS REG Rate HRS-Ot OT Rate

64.00 $ 103.80 - $ -
$ 101.37 - $ -
$ 78.86 - $ -
$ 76.99 - $ -
$ 75.67 - $ -
$ 78.17 - $ -
MODEL# UNITS RATE
KOBL 4720 HRS $ 121.59
Cat 1865E HRS $ 68.04
TRUN 3 AXL
HRS 66.97$
T&TT00-06 HRS $ 25.14
DRESS-2500 HRS $ 32.30
T&lT 28-36 HRS $ 49.31
T&lT 28-36 HRS $ 49.31

UNITS TOTAL
$ 5,314.11
$ 1,441.04
$ 11,834.46
$ 1,397.52
$ 350.00
$ (1,549.56)
$ -
$ -
$ 1,440.69
SUBCONTRACTOR COSTS:
5%
LABOR COST;
LABOR MARK UP: 20%

EQUIPMENT COST
EQUIP. MARK UP: 15%

MATERIAL COST
MAT. MARK UP: 15%
BOND:

GRAND TOTAL
Bulletin 2-F 0.00 -$
Traffic Plates 0.00 -$
Concrete 0.00 -$
Guilherme Engineering COR 002 1-A 15,725.33$
DESCRIPTION: Bulletin No. ONE Issued November 3, 2025
Water Buffalo -$
Group 8 Operator -$
45,082.33$
-$
-$
Guilherme Engineering COR 002 2-D 3,645.54$
Guilherme Engineering COR 002 2-F 3,645.54$
Guilherme Engineering COR 002 3-A Potholing 22,065.92$
Sales TAX 7.75% 0.00 -$
8" C-900 Material Credit 0.00 -$
Group 3 Labor -$
Group 5 Teamster -$
Perdiem 8 Day's at $ 50.00 Per Day 400.00$
Backhoe CAT 430 -$
Excavator Kobelco SKS 290
3,155.84$
-$

SUBCONTRACTOR
-$

EQUIPMENT
Crew Truck F-450
-$
TOTAL
SUBTOTAL:

Group 1 Labor -$
Group 4 Labor -$

SUBTOTAL
7,043.20$

LABOR-CLASSIFICATION TOTAL
Foreman 6,643.20$
RATE
-$
3,155.84$
2,254.12$
1,408.64$
7,043.20$
45,082.33$
Bulletin 2-D 0.00 -$

0.00 SUB MARK UP:

0.00 -$
TOTAL
473.38$
1,653.60$
84,333.60$
SUBTOTAL:
3,034.24$
-$
SUBTOTAL: 3,155.84$

UNIT PRICE
10 WHEEL DUMP TRUCK
2%

QUANTITYMISC & MATERIAL
Bulletin 1-A 0.00 $ -

QUANTITY
20,228.26$
20,228.26$
Roller -$
Foreman Truck F-450 64.00
Based on our review of the
requested changes to the
project scope identified in
Bulletin No. 1 and actual field
conditions, TKE recommends
approval of COR-002 in the
Amount of $84,333.60.

By: Steven Ledbetter, P.E.

Date: 12/11/2025
Total Cost for Additional Bid Items/Quantity
Increase Not Include Above*: $36,500.00
*These costs will be captured as part of a final bid quantity adjustment Grant Total: $120,833.60
Agenda Item 5.

Agenda Item 5.

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City of Needles | Public Works Department
BULLETIN NO. ONE
(Issued November 3, 2025)

WATERLINE AND MANIFOLD REPLACEMENT PROJECT
WA2502
The Construction Drawings have been amended as follows:

1. Add New Tee and Gate Valve:

A. Approximately 750’ north of the existing lift station site, construct one (1) new 8” Cut-In Tee with Concrete Thrust Block and three (3) 8” Gate Valves. Locate per City direction in field.

2. Sheet 7 - Modify New 8” Waterline Alignment and Appurtenances:

A. Based on field potholing information, the existing waterline connection at STA. 0+00 has been modified as shown on the attached Exhibit.

B. Construct one (1) new 1” Water Service Line and connect to existing lift station water meter and backflow.

C. Adjust new 8” C900 PVC Waterline alignment to approximately 10’ south of, and parallel with, the existing overhead power lines.

D. Add one (1) new 8” C900 PVC Tee with Concrete Thrust Block, one (1) 8” Gate Valve, and one (1) 8” Blind Flange for Future Private Waterline Connection.

E. Shift the proposed horizontal 8” 45° Bend (MJxMJ) with Concrete Thrust Block from STA. 8+30 to STA. 7+00 +/- and shift the proposed horizontal 8” 45° Bend (MJxMJ) with Thrust Block at STA. 9+23 accordingly. Contractor may use a different degree bend as required based on field conditions. Contractor shall maintain a minimum of 4’ horizontal clearance from edge of pavement along River Road to the connection point southerly connection point at Jack Smith Park.

F. Based on field potholing information at the proposed So. Cal. Gas Company high pressure waterline (SCG Waterline) crossing near the southwest corner of River Road and Reclamation Road, contractor shall construction the new 8” Waterline over said SCG Waterline as follows:
i. Center new 20’ stick of 8” Class 350 DIP Pipe over SCG Waterline; maintain 1’ vertical clearance.

Agenda Item 5.
ii. Connect to new 8” C900 PVC north of the SCG Waterline crossing with 8” Class 350 DIP Pipe, two (2) vertical 45° Class 350 DIP Bends, two (2) Concrete Thrust Blocks, and one (1) PVC to DI Transition Coupling (ROMAC 501 or Equal).
iii. Connect to new 8” C900 PVC south of the SCG Waterline crossing with 8” Class 350 DIP Pipe, two (2) vertical 45° Class 350 DIP Bends, two (2) Concrete Thrust Blocks, and one (1) PVC to DI Transition Coupling (ROMAC 501 or Equal).
iv. Install one (1) 2” Air Vac on highest vertical point of the SCG Waterline crossing per modified standard detail attached herein. Locate Air Vac body per City direction in field.
v. Shift the proposed 20’ of reinforced concrete encasement from STA. 8+30 to the shallow portion of 8” DIP over the SCG Waterline crossing. Concrete encasement shall be per Detail 231, Sheet 16, as originally proposed.

3. Sheet 8 - Modify Connection to Existing 6” Waterline:

A. For the proposed connection to the existing 6” Waterline at STA. 13+13, install one (1) new 8” Gate Valve (MJxMJ).

Contractor shall provide proposed change order for the requested work presented herein. Work shall not proceed until the City approves the requested change order. Based on our understanding of the above changes from the contract documents, the following change order clarification is offered:
• 1.A. – Change Order required for all work.
• 2.A. – No changes to fittings, thrust blocks, and appurtenances. Any additional pipe will be paid per bid item quantity.
• 2.B. – New service line will be paid per bid item quantity. • -Additional bid quantity, one long service
• 2.C. – No cost associated with alignment shift. Any additional pipe will be paid per bid item quantity.
• 2.D. – New tee fitting and thrust block require a change order. The new gate valve will be paid per bid item quantity.
• -Additional bid quantity, one 8" gate valve, two 8" sleeves • 2.E. – No changes to fittings, thrust blocks, and appurtenances. Any additional pipe will be paid per bid item quantity.
• 2.F. – Changes to pipe and fitting material and additional fittings, thrust blocks, and appurtenances warrant a change order. No changes to concrete encasement from contract documents. Contractor shall provide credit for all fittings and thrust blocks required for the original vertical crossing of Reclamation Road as part of the change order request.
• -Additional bid quantity, 30 additional feet of concrete pipe encasement • six additional 8" bends
• 3.A. – New gate valve will be paid per bid item quantity. • -Additional bid quantity, one 8" gate valve
• Potholing – Contractor shall provide summary of all potholing completed for the River Road Waterline Replacement portion and identify which are deemed “extra work” for review by the City.
• -Pot hole summary. After completing our due diligence potholing marked utilities and tie in points during the week of 10/06/2025 we had found some unknown problems. The existing 6" water main was only found at one location provided by the City of Needles, there was and additional water service, and gas line needing to be located. We began additional potholing the week of 10/13/2025, located the water service line and un marked gas line on day one then proceeded to locate the 6"water main. On day two and for rest of week we had finally located main and chased the alignment with various potholes up to 30ft away from original markings. Please see previously submitted pothole map
$3,500
$5,000 and 2 EA at $2,000
$3,500
30 LF at $400/LF Agenda Item 5.
10'-0"

GAS GAS GAS

GAS GAS GAS GAS
GAS
GAS
GAS
GAS
GAS
GAS
20'-0"
10'-0"
10'-0"
10'-0"
Bulletin #2.A.

Move Location of Proposed
Connection to Existing 6" Waterline
Bulletin #2.B.

New Water Lateral Replacement
Bulletin #2.C.

Adjust Alignment to Approx. 10'
South of OHP
Bulletin #2.D.

Add New 8" Tee and Gate Valve for Future
Connection. Maintain Adequate Separation
from Existing Sewer and 2" Gas.

Bulletin #2.C.

Adjust Alignment to Approx. 10'
South of OHP
Bulletin #2.E.

Move Location of Proposed Crossing
Bulletin #2.F.

Proposed SCG Waterline Crossing
30'-0"
Future Sewer By Others.

Bulletin #1.A.

Install New Cut-In Tee and Gate
Valves Approximately 750' North
Agenda Item 5.

Bulletin #3.A.

Add 8" Gate Valve
Agenda Item 5.

CONNECTION WITH BRONZE SERVICE SADDLE

CONTRACTOR SHALL

TERMINATE DISCHARGE

PIPING INSIDE VALUT
WITH #10 MESH

DEBRIS/BUG SCREEN
Agenda Item 5.

Guilherme
Engineering
Lic: 1080618-A
D.I.R: 1000871264
QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
CUSTOMER Needles 8 inch water main cut in valves and main line alignment changes. Change order #2-1A
Pyramid Building and
Engineering $0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Proposal Number $0.00
2025-2 $0.00
DATE $0.00
10/15/2025 48 Group 4 Labor per hour $78.86 $3,785.28
ADDRESS 16 Group 8 Operator per hour $101.37 $1,621.92
10975 G Ave 16 Foreman per hour $103.80 $1,660.80
CITY/STATE/ZIP 16 Backhoe cat 430 E Model 1865E $68.04 $1,088.64 Hesperia/CA 16 Track loader 259D3 $48.48 $775.68
PHONE Bid items 1A
760-403-5454 16 Foreman Truck f450 $49.31 $788.96
E-MAIL 16 Tool Truck f450 $49.31 $788.96
[email protected] 16 Water buffalo $25.14 $402.24 SALESPERSON 16 Low bed-A 2 axle $15.67 $250.72
Chris Guilherme 16 Low Bed truck f450 $49.31 $788.96
PROJECT 1 Light towers and dewatering equipment $814.06 $814.06 Needles Manifold 2 Housing per day $218.99 $437.98
PREPARED BY: 2 Operator perdiem per day $50.00 $100.00
Chris Guilherme 2 Foreman perdiem per day $50.00 $100.00 ATTENTION 6 Labor perdiem per day $45.00 $270.00
John Garrison

PAYMENT TERMS
25% deposit upon start of
project with progress
payments at 25%
intervals and no retention
to be held

DUE DATE
T.B.D
SUBTOTAL $13,674.20
THIS PROPOSAL EXCLUDES THE CONDITIONS NOTED: Overhead/profi t

15.00%
Overhead/profi
t
$2,051.13
Bonding 2% 0%
TOTAL $15,725.33
Survey, Permits, bonds or city fees. Water supply or meter, swppp or erosion control, Dust control outside our scope of work, Traffic plans beyond the standard watch manual. Haul off of excess dirt or demo material, grass repair or replacement, conrete repair or replacement, unmarked utilities not on the usa map, private utility locates or strikes, any items not specific to plans and spec provided.

Hard pan or rock excavation, augering, or breaking, dewatering or ground water, shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion Phone: 760-983-0671
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] 8765 mono Rd Victorville, CA 92392
Proposal
5-man crew for 2-days
appears reasonable for
work required.

Agenda Item 5.

QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
Authorized Rep Date
shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion installation.

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Agenda Item 5.

Guilherme
Engineering
Lic: 1080618-A
D.I.R: 1000871264
QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
CUSTOMER Needles 8 inch water main cut in valves and main line alignment changes. Change order #2-2D
Pyramid Building and
Engineering $0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Proposal Number $0.00
2025-2 $0.00
DATE $0.00
10/15/2025 12 Group 4 Labor per hour $78.86 $946.32
ADDRESS 4 Group 8 Operator per hour $101.37 $405.48
10975 G Ave 4 Foreman per hour $103.80 $415.20
CITY/STATE/ZIP 4 Backhoe cat 430 E Model 1865E $68.04 $272.16 Hesperia/CA 4 Track loader 259D3 $48.48 $193.92
PHONE Bid items 2D
760-403-5454 4 Foreman Truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
E-MAIL 4 Tool Truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
[email protected] 4 Water buffalo $25.14 $100.56 SALESPERSON 4 Low bed-A 2 axle $15.67 $62.68
Chris Guilherme 4 Low Bed truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
PROJECT 0 Light towers and dewatering equipment $814.06 $0.00 Needles Manifold 1 Housing per day $218.99 $109.50
PREPARED BY: 1 Operator perdiem per day $50.00 $25.00
Chris Guilherme 1 Foreman perdiem per day $50.00 $25.00 ATTENTION 1 Labor perdiem per day $45.00 $22.50
John Garrison

PAYMENT TERMS
25% deposit upon start of
project with progress
payments at 25%
intervals and no retention
to be held

DUE DATE
T.B.D
SUBTOTAL $3,170.04
THIS PROPOSAL EXCLUDES THE CONDITIONS NOTED: Overhead/profi t

15.00%
Overhead/profi
t
$475.50
Bonding 2% 0%
TOTAL $3,645.54
Survey, Permits, bonds or city fees. Water supply or meter, swppp or erosion control, Dust control outside our scope of work, Traffic plans beyond the standard watch manual. Haul off of excess dirt or demo material, grass repair or replacement, conrete repair or replacement, unmarked utilities not on the usa map, private utility locates or strikes, any items not specific to plans and spec provided.

Agenda Item 5.

QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
Authorized Rep Date
shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion installation.

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Agenda Item 5.

Guilherme
Engineering
Lic: 1080618-A
D.I.R: 1000871264
QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
CUSTOMER Needles 8 inch water main cut in valves and main line alignment changes. Change order #2-2F
Pyramid Building and
Engineering $0.00
$0.00
$0.00
Proposal Number $0.00
2025-2 $0.00
DATE $0.00
10/15/2025 12 Group 4 Labor per hour $78.86 $946.32
ADDRESS 4 Group 8 Operator per hour $101.37 $405.48
10975 G Ave 4 Foreman per hour $103.80 $415.20
CITY/STATE/ZIP 4 Backhoe cat 430 E Model 1865E $68.04 $272.16 Hesperia/CA 4 Track loader 259D3 $48.48 $193.92
PHONE Bid items 2F
760-403-5454 4 Foreman Truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
E-MAIL 4 Tool Truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
[email protected] 4 Water buffalo $25.14 $100.56 SALESPERSON 4 Low bed-A 2 axle $15.67 $62.68
Chris Guilherme 4 Low Bed truck f450 $49.31 $197.24
PROJECT 0 Light towers and dewatering equipment $814.06 $0.00 Needles Manifold 1 Housing per day $218.99 $109.50
PREPARED BY: 1 Operator perdiem per day $50.00 $25.00
Chris Guilherme 1 Foreman perdiem per day $50.00 $25.00 ATTENTION 1 Labor perdiem per day $45.00 $22.50
John Garrison

PAYMENT TERMS
25% deposit upon start of
project with progress
payments at 25%
intervals and no retention
to be held

DUE DATE
T.B.D
SUBTOTAL $3,170.04
THIS PROPOSAL EXCLUDES THE CONDITIONS NOTED: Overhead/profi t

Agenda Item 5.

QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
Authorized Rep Date
shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion installation.

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Agenda Item 5.

Guilherme
Engineering
Lic: 1080618-A
D.I.R: 1000871264
QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
CUSTOMER Needles 8 inch water main cut in valves and main line alignment changes. Change order #2-3A potholeing
Pyramid Building and
Engineering
Proposal Number
2025-2
DATE
10/15/2025 40 Group 4 Labor per hour $78.86 $3,154.40
ADDRESS 40 Group 8 Operator per hour $101.37 $4,054.80
10975 G Ave 0 Foreman per hour $103.80 $0.00
CITY/STATE/ZIP 20 Backhoe cat 430 E Model 1865E $68.04 $1,360.80 Hesperia/CA 20 Track loader 259D3 $48.48 $969.60
PHONE Bid items 3A
760-403-5454 0 Foreman Truck f450 $49.31 $0.00
E-MAIL 40 Tool Truck f450 $49.31 $1,972.40
[email protected] 40 Water buffalo $25.14 $1,005.60 SALESPERSON 40 Low bed-A 2 axle $15.67 $626.80
Chris Guilherme 40 Low Bed truck f450 $49.31 $1,972.40
PROJECT 40 Vac Trailer $68.00 $2,720.00
Needles Manifold 1 one week housing $875.96 $875.96
PREPARED BY: 5 Operator perdiem per day $50.00 $250.00
Chris Guilherme 0 Foreman perdiem per day $50.00 $0.00
ATTENTION 5 Labor perdiem per day $45.00 $225.00
John Garrison

PAYMENT TERMS
25% deposit upon start of
project with progress
payments at 25%
intervals and no retention
to be held

DUE DATE
T.B.D
SUBTOTAL $19,187.76
THIS PROPOSAL EXCLUDES THE CONDITIONS NOTED: Overhead/profi t

15.00%
Overhead/profi
t
$2,878.16
Bonding 2% 0%
TOTAL $22,065.92
Survey, Permits, bonds or city fees. Water supply or meter, swppp or erosion control, Dust control outside our scope of work, Traffic plans beyond the standard watch manual. Haul off of excess dirt or demo material, grass repair or replacement, conrete repair or replacement, unmarked utilities not on the usa map, private utility locates or strikes, any items not specific to plans and spec provided.

Hard pan or rock excavation, augering, or breaking, dewatering or ground water, shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion Phone: 760-983-0671
Email: [email protected] / [email protected] 8765 mono Rd Victorville, CA 92392
Proposal
2-man crew for 5-day is
consistent with the
additional potholing field
work already completed.

Agenda Item 5.

QUANTITY Column1 UNIT PRICE AMOUNT
Authorized Rep Date
shoring, damage due to heavy equipment traffic. Electrical/fire suppresion installation.

Page 2 of 2 ends

Agenda Item 5.

NEEDLES CHANGE ORDER #2
1617 E BALL RD
ANAHEIM, CA 92805-4813
PHONE (714) 996-6299
FAX (714) 996-1599 0056592 11/13/25 1
Expiration Date 12/13/25
Revised Date 11/13/25
Quoted To Customer
Bid Due Date 11/13/25

PYRAMID BUILDING & ENGINEERING
PO BOX 401080
****MAIN ACCOUNT****
HESPERIA, CA 92340-1080
Phone (760) 949-9005 Jonathan
Fax [email protected]
(714) 996-6299
003662 NET 60 DAYS Jonathan RICARDO RODRIGUEZ S
Job Name
Quote No. Date Page
Quoted By
Customer Payment Terms Quoted To Salesperson FOB
Unit Extended
Line Qty. D e s c r i p t i o n Price UOM Price
BULLETIN 1A
******************************

3.0 1 6 DI FLANGED TEE 770.490000 EA 770.49

4.0 3 6" MJXFLG RW GATE VALVE 966.230000 EA 2898.69

5.0 3 6855 26T TOP IMPORT 53.230000 EA 159.69

CI VALVE BOX

6.0 3 6855 24B BOTTOM IMPORT 48.750000 EA 146.25

CI VALVE BOX

7.0 3 145325 5-1/4 WATER DROP LID 16.270000 EA 48.81
WATER

8.0 3 461-06540765-000 QUANTUM CPLG 243.590000 EA 730.77 6"(6.54-7.65)

9.0 20 6X20 C900 DR14 CL305 GJ PIPE 14.250000 FT 285.00

10.0 3 6-8 150# ZINC PLT FLG BOLT SET 15.160000 EA 45.48

11.0 3 6 NONASB 1/16 150# RING GSK 3.240000 EA 9.72

12.0 3 2006PV 6 PVC MEGALUG 73.070000 EA 219.21
2006PEC W/ACC
SUBTOTAL 5314.11
BULLETIN 2D
******************************

17.0 1 8 DI MJ X FLG TEE 441.220000 EA 441.22

18.0 1 8 DI STANDARD BLIND FLANGE 229.410000 EA 229.41

19.0 2 461-08540985-000 QUANTUM CPLG 277.280000 EA 554.56 8"(8.54-9.85)

20.0 2 2008PV 8 PVC MEGALUG 97.850000 EA 195.70
2008PEC W/ACC

21.0 1 6-8 150# ZINC PLT FLG BOLT SET 15.160000 EA 15.16

22.0 1 8 NONASB 1/16 150# RING GSK 4.990000 EA 4.99
SUBTOTAL 1441.04
BULLETIN 2F
******************************

27.0 3 8 DI MJ 45 204.940000 EA 614.82

28.0 1 8 DI MJ 22-1/2 199.860000 EA 199.86
Agenda Item 5.

NEEDLES CHANGE ORDER #2
0056592 11/13/25 2
Expiration Date 12/13/25
Revised Date 11/13/25
Bid Due Date 11/13/25
Job Name
Quote No. Date Page
Unit Extended
Line Qty. D e s c r i p t i o n Price UOM Price

29.0 2 8 DI MJ 11-1/4 180.690000 EA 361.38

30.0 54 8" CL350 DIP SJ 39.430000 FT 2129.22

31.0 10 8 1108DEC MEGALUG W/ACCY 84.840000 EA 848.40
W/ACC
2" AIR VAC ASSEMBLY

34.0 1 J979 8ACX2IPS SADDLE 221.140000 EA 221.14
BR2B 8.99-9.67

35.0 1 B2969-N 2 BALL CORP MIPXMIP 303.620000 EA 303.62

LOW LEAD

36.0 1 2 H15531-N C110 CTSXMIP 90 ELL 164.780000 EA 164.78

LOW LEAD

37.0 100 261136-100 2 X 100 MUNICIPEX 12.050000 FT 1205.00

38.0 2 528707 2 CTS INSERT PJ FITTING 11.100000 EA 22.20

2.562"L

39.0 1 B-25172N 2" CURB STOP 110XFIP 378.290000 EA 378.29

40.0 1 2X6 RED BRASS NIPPLE 40.500000 EA 40.50

41.0 1 UL20 2 UNIVERSAL AIR RELEASE 1334.830000 EA 1334.83

SS TRIM

42.0 1 2X6 GALV STEEL NIPPLE 8.510000 EA 8.51

43.0 2 2" GALV MI 90 ST ELL 12.280000 EA 24.56

44.0 1 2" MPT SS BUG SCREEN 2MBGSS 39.850000 EA 39.85
MALE THREAD W/#20 MESH

45.0 1 36X36X36 ID OPEN BTTM PC CONC 3937.500000 EA 3937.50

VAULT W/ GALV FRAME TR COVER
SUBTOTAL 11834.46
Tax Area Id Net Sales 18,589.61
050590090 Freight .00
Tax 1,440.69
Quotation Total 20,030.30
Overall, the requested materials appear
to be consistent with the required extra
work per Bulletin No. 1.

Agenda Item 5.

Trench plates are required
for additional duration due to
shallow depth and concrete
encasement required.

Agenda Item 5.

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Agenda Item 5.

CITY OF NEEDLES

C H A N G E O R D E R
PROJECT: Water Main and Manifold Improvements Project ORDER NO: 2 OWNER: City of Needles CONTRACTOR: Pyramid Building & Eng., Inc.

FOLLOWING CHANGES ARE MADE TO THE CONTRACT:

Description of Changes Decrease Contract Price Increase Contract Price 1) Labor & Material for additional work $ 84,333.60
on River Road
JUSTIFICATION:

Additional labor and materials required to change the alignment of the new watermain along River Road and install concrete encasement on slopes where needed. Additional valves, tees and water service added to isolate the new line for future shutdowns and functionality. The description in the attached Change Order summary provides additional details of the issues at hand and how they are addressed in this change order. Steve Ledbetter, P.E. and contract City Engineer has negotiated this Change Order with the contractor and has approved with minor comments. This Change Order to be funded by 10% contingency previously approved by City Council and $61,166.42 additional funds allocated in the FY26 budget.

Original Contract Price $1,128,676.00
Previous Change Order(s) Amount $ 89,700.82
Original Contract Price plus previous Change Orders $1,218,376.82 Contract Price Due This Change Order $ 84,333.60
New Contract Price $1,302,710.42

CHANGE IN CONTRACT TIME
Contract Time will be
(Increased)
Adjusted Date for
Completion of all Work Calendar Days

February 27, 2025

APPROVALS REQUIRED
Requested by:

Signature (Project Manager)
Date: 01/8/26
Contractor Acceptance:

Signature (Contractor)
Date: 01/8/26
Approved by: Date: 01/13/26
Signature (City Manager) CC meeting

C H A N G E O R D E R
Agenda Item 5.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
Meeting Date: January 13, 2026
Title: Public Art Mural(s) to Be painted on Electrical Utility Boxes Background: City Councilmembers have previously discussed the opportunity to improve the appearance of electrical utility boxes located within public rights-of-way as part of broader efforts to enhance the City’s visual environment and improve the overall public realm. Public art treatments on utility infrastructure have been utilized by other jurisdictions as a practical streetscape enhancement and an effective vandalism deterrence strategy.

Staff has reviewed several potential approaches to implementing an electrical box art program. These approaches include volunteer-based efforts supported by City-provided materials as well as professionally commissioned artwork delivered by local or regional artists. Implementation models vary depending on project scope, artist engagement, and administrative oversight. By way of comparison, the City of Bullhead City recently partnered with the River Valley Artists Guild to complete artwork on 23 electrical utility boxes through a $25,000 donation, demonstrating a larger-scale implementation using an external artist organization.

In consideration of City Council goals related to community pride and place-making, preparation for the Route 66 Centennial, enhancement of the visitor experience, and improvements to key corridors and public spaces, staff has identified a limited pilot approach as an appropriate initial step. Broadway has been identified as a suitable location due to its visibility, pedestrian activity, and role as a primary Route 66 corridor. The year 2026 marks the kickoff of the Route 66 100th Anniversary, making targeted improvements along this corridor particularly timely. A pilot-scale effort would allow the City to evaluate durability, maintenance requirements, public response, and overall effectiveness prior to considering expansion to other areas of the City.

As part of this evaluation, staff has received an unsolicited proposal outlining one potential approach to implementing public art treatments on electrical utility boxes. The proposal is included with this report for City Council consideration as an option. The attached proposal outlines a pilot scope involving eight (8) electrical utility boxes and provides information related to project scope, schedule, and cost structure. The proposal is provided to support City Council discussion and to allow the City Council the ability to take action on this item, modify the proposed scope, or provide alternative direction as deemed appropriate.

The proposed pilot locations include eight electrical utility boxes situated along Broadway and nearby high-visibility corridors, including, but not limited to intersections at Highway 95, G Street, J Street, K Street, River Road, and Pashard Street. Photographs and location references for the proposed boxes are included in the supporting materials.

Fiscal Impact: The attached proposal identifies a total project cost of $7,900 for the painting of eight (8) electrical utility boxes, including artistic services, materials, travel, and mobilization. If approved, funding for this pilot effort would be appropriated from the Electric Department’s Annual Adopted Operations and Maintenance (O&M) Budget. Approval of this item would not require a budget amendment.

Recommended Action: Provide Staff Direction
Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
City Manager Approval: Date: 1/8/2026
Other Department Approval (when required): Date:

CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
01/08/2026
Agenda Item 6.

Hwy 95 and San Clemente G Street and W Broadway J Street and W Broadway Agenda Item 6.

Needles Hwy and W Broadway N K Street and River Road Needles Hwy and N K Street Agenda Item 6.

Pashard Street and West Broadway 2511 Needles Hwy
Agenda Item 6.

Agenda Item 6.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
� CITY COUNCIL □ NPUA � Regular D Special
Meeting Date: JANUARY 13, 2025
Title: Warrants
Background: n/a
Fiscal Impact: See attached Warrant Registers
Environmental Impact: n/a
Recommended Action: Approve the Warrant Registers through JANUARY 13, 2025.

Submitted By: Mark C. DeMay, CGFM, Director of Finance
Other
City Manager Approval:

Department Approval (when
tv'ef' c:J'-:
required):
,/?J�_______ _
Date:

Date: ____ _
Agenda Item 7.

Agenda Item 7.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
[SJ CITY COUNCIL □ NPUA
Meeting Date: JANUARY 13, 2025
Title: Warrants
Background: n/a
Fiscal Impact: See attached Warrant Registers
Environmental Impact: n/a
[SJ Regular D Special
Recommended Action: Approve the Warrant Registers through JANUARY 13, 2025.

Submitted By: Mark C. DeMay, CGFM, Director of Finance
City Manager Approval: tc?'ef' cJ": (/7� Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): _______ _ Date: ____ _ Agenda Item 7.

Agenda Item 7.

MINUTES

REGULAR MEETING OF THE CITY COUNCIL

NEEDLES PUBLIC UTILITY AUTHORITY

HOUSING AUTHORITY CITY OF NEEDLES

CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA
COUNCIL CHAMBERES, 1111 BAILEY AVE, NEEDLES
TUESDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2025 - COUNCIL EXECUTIVE SESSION – 5:00 PM - CITY COUNCIL MEETING – 6:00 PM CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Jernigan called the meeting to order at 5:02 pm

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Council Member Larry Ford
Council Member McCorkle
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Council Member JoAnne Pogue
Council Member Tona Belt participated via Teams under the Just Cause rule, due to medical reasons.

Council Member Henry Longbrake
ABSENT
None
Also present were City Manager Patrick Martinez, City Attorney John Pinkney, and City Clerk Candace Clark.

PUBLIC COMMENTS PERTAINING TO THE EXECUTIVE SESSION - None RECESSED TO EXECUTIVE SESSION - 5:05 PM

EXECUTIVE SESSION
a. Conference with Legal Counsel Regarding Potential Initiation of Litigation Pursuant to Government Code Section 54956.9(d)(4) Number of Cases: 3
No reportable action
b. Conference with legal counsel regarding existing litigation pursuant to Government Code 54956.9(d)(1) Sylvia Miledi v. City of Needles, et al., Superior Court of the County of San Bernardino, Case No. CIVSB2510533 No reportable action
c. Public Employee Appointment Pursuant to Government Code Section 54957 Title of Position: Director of Finance and Administrative Services
No reportable action
d. Conference with Real Property Negotiators pursuant to Government Code section 54956.8 Property:

APN/Parcel ID(s): 0186-095-03-0-000, and 0186-095-04-0-000. Agency negotiator: Patrick Martinez, City Manager or his designee. Negotiating parties: Palm Communities as potential purchaser and City of Needles as potential seller. Under negotiation: Price and terms of payment No reportable action
CALL TO ORDER - Mayor Jernigan called the meeting to order at 6:00 pm

ROLL CALL

PRESENT
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Mayor Janet Jernigan
Council Member JoAnne Pogue
Council Member Tona Belt participated via Teams under the Just Cause rule, due to medical reasons.

Council Member Henry Longbrake
Council Member Larry Ford
Council Member McCorkle
ABSENT
None
EXECUTIVE SESSION REPORT – City Attorney John Pinkney gave report as noted above.

PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE - led by Mayor Jernigan
INVOCATION - given by Vice Mayor Campbell

APPROVAL OF AGENDA
Agenda Item 8.

Council Member Pogue made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Campbell, to approve the agenda as amended.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Member Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
CONFLICT OF INTEREST – None
CORRESPONDENCE – None
INTRODUCTIONS - Mayor Jernigan acknowledged former Council Members Tim Terral, Shawn Gudmundson, and Former Mayor Jeff Williams in attendance.

CITY ATTORNEY – Parliamentary Procedures given by City Attorney John Pinkney.

PUBLIC APPEARANCE
Jeff Williams spoke about Tri State Community Health Care Center’s contributions to the community.

Grace Hecht announced Tri State Community Health Care Center would be making a presentation at the Council meeting in January and reported on their continued donations of fresh produce to the residents of Needles and the Tri State area.

A representative from Wellness Meditation Center announced an event at the Needles Chamber of Commerce on December 13, 2025.

PRESENTATION

1. A Collaborative Presentation on area services and expansion efforts was given by: Marci Coffey and Susie White of Inland Empire Health Plan (IEHP); Dr. Sharon Wang of San Bernardino County Department of Public Health; Andrew Goldfrach of Arrowhead Regional Medical Center (ARMC); and Allison Ellsner of San Bernardino County Medical Society.

Council asked questions of staff regarding collaboration efforts with medical service providers in Arizona, and transportation concerns for patients having to travel distances in California for medical services.

Mayor Jernigan opened public comment at 6:45 pm
Peggy Bostwick talked about MediCal patients having to drive 3-4 hours for appointments in California due to insurance coverage issues and asked staff and health care representatives in attendance about the possibility of creating a collaboration with medical providers across the river in Arizona.

Don McCone thanked the San Bernardino County, Mobile Medical Unit, and City Council for bringing attention to this matter.

Mayor Jernigan closed public comment at 6:51 pm

2. Bing Lum, Executive Vice President of Colorado River Medical Center (CRMC) gave an update on the hospital services, coverage areas with the mobile medical unit expanding to Big River and Essex, and ongoing community health initiatives.

Council asked questions, and the Mayor spoke about cancer and hospice services, and acknowledged that TB testing is being done at Needles Unified School District High School. Questions were raised about lab work and insurance coverage differences between In Network and Out of Network providers.

No public comment.

3. City Attorney John Pinkney gave a presentation on Brown Act Changes (SB707 and SB827).

INTERVIEWS

4. Interviews / appointments to fill vacancies on various Boards and Commissions, due to current vacancies and the expiration of terms.

City Manager Patrick Martinez gave staff report.

Board of Public Utilities current chair, Terry Campbell, and commissioner Ed Brown, whose seats expire on December 31, 2025, submitted applications for re-appointment and were present for interviews.

Council asked questions and thanked applicants for their willingness to serve their community.

Agenda Item 8.

Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pogue, to re-appoint Terry Campbell and Ed Brown to the Board of Public Utilities.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
Planning Commission current chair Michael Wright and commissioner Will Bosboom, whose seats expire on December 31, 2025, submitted applications for re-appointment. Allen Cox submitted an application for appointment. Commissioner Bosboom and applicant Allen Cox were present for interviews.

Council asked questions and thanked applicants for their willingness to serve their community.

Council Member McCorkle made a motion, seconded by Commissioner Longbrake, to re-appoint Michael Wright and Will Bosboom, and appoint Allen Cox, to the Planning Commission.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
Parks and Recreation applicant Jesse Rodriguez was present for an interview. Council asked questions and thanked the applicant for his willingness to serve his community.

Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pogue, to appoint Jesse Rodriguez to the Parks and Recreation Commission.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

PUBLIC HEARING

5. Approve the AB1600 Annual Accounting of Development Impact Fees Report City Manager Patrick Martinez gave staff report.

Council questions of staff - none
Mayor Jernigan opened the public hearing at 7:26pm
Public Comment - none
Mayor Jernigan closed the public hearing at 7:26pm
Council Member Pogue made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Campbell, to approve the AB1600 Annual Accounting of Development Impact Fees Report.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

6. Adopt Resolution 2025-49 approving a Conditional Use Permit Application For A Proposed Licensed Retail Cannabis Dispensary And Related Tenant Improvements At 1611 Needles Highway Within The General Commercial (C-2) Land Use Zoning District; APN 0185-062-25. CONTINUED TO JANUARY 13, 2026.

7. An Amendment to Conditional Use Permit Resolution No. 2017-114 for the Cannabis Cultivation Facility at 204 Bazoobuth Street. The Amendment includes changes to sections of the required perimeter wall from Split-Face Block with Wrought Iron to Wrought Iron Fencing Only, and the relocation of the parking area and trash enclosure to the adjacent parcel (APN 0186-154-05). A Lot Tie Agreement will be required to support the Revised Site Layout and include APNs 0186-154-01, 0186-154-05, and 0186-154-13. CONTINUED TO JANUARY 13, 2026.

Council Member McCorkle made a motion, seconded by Vice Mayor Campbell, to approve NPUA / Consent Items 8 and 9.

Agenda Item 8.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Members/Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Jernigan, Campbell, Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

NPUA CONSENT CALENDAR

8. Ratifie the Utility Manager's purchase of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Instruments for the calendar year 2024 compliance period from Amerex for a total cost of $58,867.50.

9. Approved Change Order No. 1 (Final) for the Purchase & Install Metal Building Project increasing the contract with Shipley Construction by $91,210.94 for total contract amount of $676,907.94; and authorized staff to execute said Change Order and issue the Notice of Completion for the work.

END OF NPUA CONSENT CALENDAR

COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR
Approve Items 10 through 16 on the Consent Calendar by affirmative roll call vote.

Council Member McCorkle made a motion, seconded by Council Member Ford, to approve Council Consent Items 10 through 16.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

10. Approved the Warrants Register through December 9, 2025.

11. Approved the Minutes of November 12, 2025.

12. Accepted and filed the November 2025 Treasurer’s Report.

13. Waived full reading and Adopted Purchasing Ordinance Number 678-AC, Amending Chapter 8, Article II of the Needles Municipal Code (Second Read Adopt)

14. Award a three-year contract to UniFirst Corporation to provide Uniform rental and laundry services from 2025 to 2028

15. Waived full reading and Adopted City Council Resolution 2025-50, Confirming and adopting an itemized statement of cost for abatement of property located at 415 D Street, Needles, CA 92363, also known as APN 0186-142-03-0000 and file said Resolution with the County Recorder placing a lien on the property.

16. Authorized the City Manager to execute a professional services agreement with Willdan Financial Services for a Comprehensive Fee Study.

END OF COUNCIL CONSENT CALENDAR

REGULAR COUNCIL ITEMS

17. Award the Base Bid and Additive Alternate to Vance Corporation for the Phase V Street Paving Improvements Project in the amount of $1,373,796.30 plus 10% contingency for a total project cost of $1,511,175.93 and authorize staff to execute a Public Works Agreement with Vance Corporation and move forward with the Notice of Award and Notice to Proceed.

City Manager Patrick Martinez gave staff report.

Council asked minimal questions of staff
Mayor Jernigan opened the public hearing at 7:31pm
Public Comment - none
Mayor Jernigan closed the public hearing at 7:31pm
Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member Pogue, to Award the Base Bid and Additive Alternate to Vance Corporation for the Phase V Street Paving Improvements Project in the amount of $1,373,796.30 plus 10% contingency for a total project cost of $1,511,175.93 and authorize staff to execute a Public Works Agreement with Vance Corporation and move forward with the Notice of Award and Notice to Proceed.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote: Agenda Item 8.

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

18. Adopt Resolution 2025-51, Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) between the City of Needles and Palm Communities, A California Corporation in Reference to Assessors Parcel Numbers (APN’s) 0186-095-03-0000 and 0186-095-04-0000.

City Manager Patrick Martinez gave staff report.

Council had no questions of staff
Mayor Jernigan opened the public hearing at 7:34pm
Public Comment - none
Mayor Jernigan closed the public hearing at 7:34pm
Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member McCorkle, to Adopt Resolution 2025-51, Authorizing the City Manager to enter into an Exclusive Negotiation Agreement (ENA) between the City of Needles and Palm Communities, A California Corporation in Reference to Assessors Parcel Numbers (APN’s) 0186- 095-03-0000 and 0186-095-04-0000.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None

19. Adopt Resolution 2025-52 Approving an Employment Agreement with Mark DeMay for the position Director of Finance and Administrative Services effective December 9, 2025, setting a salary of $164,279 in compliance with SB 1436 and incorporate into the salary schedule FY 2025-2026.

City Manager Patrick Martinez gave staff report.

Council had no questions of staff
Mayor Jernigan opened the public hearing at 7:39pm
Public Comment - None
Mayor Jernigan closed the public hearing at 7:39pm
Vice Mayor Campbell made a motion, seconded by Council Member McCorkle, to Adopt Resolution 2025-52 Approving an Employment Agreement with Mark DeMay for the position Director of Finance and Administrative Services effective December 9, 2025, setting a salary of $164,279 in compliance with SB 1436 and incorporate into the salary schedule FY 2025-2026.

Motion carried by the following roll call vote:

Ayes: Council Members Ford, McCorkle, Vice Mayor Campbell, Council Members Pogue, Belt, Longbrake Noes: None

Absent: None
Abstain: None
CITY ATTORNEY REPORT – given by Deputy City Attorney Lena Wade CITY CLERK REPORT – given by City Clerk Candace Clark
CITY MANAGER REPORT – for the weeks of November 21 and 28, 2025, given by City Manager Patrick Martinez

COUNCIL REQUESTS
Council Member Ford
• Requested staff look into promoting Mountain Biking
Council Member McCorkle
• Suggested adding Mountain Biking along with the new OHMV project. • Encouraged current and new vendors for the Needles Sunday Market • Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Vice Mayor Campbell
• Reported success of the bike giveaways, downtown Christmas event, vendor booths, and parade • Suggested a home and neighborhood Christmas decorating contest and tour for next year. • Commented on the local Santa who is available for events at no charge. Agenda Item 8. • Reported on the Angel tree for Seniors, located at City Hall. • Asked about the cost for vendors to participate in the Needles Sunday Market • Asked about the status of the signs for the OHMV project.

Council Member Pogue
• Asked about the availability of services for the local domestic violence programs, stating they were unreachable during a recent emergency.

Council Member Belt
• Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Council Member Longbrake
• Reported on Sheriffs’ department upcoming events providing Christmas gifts for kids • Announced the upcoming Movie in the Park, hosted by the Chamber of Commerce • Asked about the status of painting the electrical boxes • Reported the owner of the old theater would allow a mural to be painted on the side of the building. • Suggested staff look into issuing a bond to pay for road repaving and repairs. • Asked about paving and parking on Broadway for the upcoming Route 66 Centennial celebration. • Asked staff to look into having a fireworks show at the river for the 4th of July. • Requested the Visitor Center be open more hours to accommodate visitors. • Wished everyone a Merry Christmas and Happy New Year
Mayor Jernigan
• Reported Zachery Longacre is working with local artist on getting information on painting the Electric boxes • Cal Trans approved signs for the anniversary of Route 66 • River Valley Arts – funds for student art
• Fall festival was a success
• Asked City Staff to look into single event city business license exemptions or lower fees for vendors ADJOURNMENT – Mayor Jernigan adjourned the meeting at 8:11 PM ________________________________________ ________________________________________ Mayor Janet Jernigan City Clerk Candace Clark
Agenda Item 8.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA Regular Special
Meeting Date: January 13, 2026
Title: Budget Committee
Background: The Budget Committee was established to oversee the City's budget creation process. The members of the Budget Committee meet with the City Manager and Finance staff for a detailed review of the budgets for all departments of the City. The Budget Committee meets in City Hall at least twice before proceeding with the public Budget Workshop. Council Member Longacre was on the FY 25/26 Budget Committee, along with Mayor Jernigan and Council Member Belt.

Fiscal Impact: N/A
Recommended Action: Assign a member to the Budget Committee to fill the seat vacated by former Council Member Zachery Longacre.

Submitted By: Candace Clark, City Clerk
City Manager Approval: Date:

Other Department Approval (when required): Date:
1/8/2025
Agenda Item 9.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
Meeting Date: January 13, 2026
Title: Visitor Center Operating Hours
Background: At the prior City Council meeting, Council requested that the operating hours of the City of Needles Visitor Center be revisited. The Visitor Center is operated by the Needles Area Chamber of Commerce under an agreement originally approved in April 2021. The City Council established the Visitor Center Subcommittee in 2021 to provide ongoing oversight of Visitor Center operations and coordination with the Chamber of Commerce. The Subcommittee currently consists of Mayor Jernigan, Vice Mayor Campbell, and Councilmember Belt.

On October 10, 2023, the Visitor Center agreement was amended to establish operating hours of 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m., Tuesday through Saturday, along with other operational changes. In May 2024, staffing changes at the Visitor Center resulted in an informal adjustment by the Chamber to 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.

During this period, Visitor Center staff observed that a significant number of visitors were arriving earlier in the morning. In response, operating hours were further adjusted to 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. to better align with visitor demand.

As part of its ongoing role, the Visitor Center Subcommittee met with the Chamber of Commerce to review Visitor Center operations and analyze Q4 2025 visitation data, including visitation trends by day of week and time of day (see attached Chamber data). The data indicates that the majority of visitor activity occurs before noon, with peak visitation between 8:00 a.m. and 12:00 p.m., while Tuesday and Wednesday experience the lowest visitation levels. Based on this information and operational considerations, the Subcommittee is proposing adjustments to the Visitor Center’s operating schedule to better align staffing resources with demonstrated visitor demand.

Fiscal Impact: No additional fiscal impact. The recommended operating hours can be accommodated within existing contractual and staffing resources.

Recommended Action: Provide Staff Direction
Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
City Manager Approval: Date: 1/8/2026
Other Department Approval (when required): Date:

CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Agenda Item 10.

Agenda Item 10.

City of Needles, California
Request for City Council Action
CITY COUNCIL NPUA HACN Regular Special
Meeting Date: January 13, 2026
Title: Resolution 2026-2 of the City Council of the City of Needles Approving the Off Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan Background: On August 26, 2022, Assembly Bill (AB) 2152 was approved, authorizing the City of Needles to establish a pilot project to designate combined-use highways within city limits. The intent of the legislation is to create connections between existing Bureau of Land Management (BLM) off-highway vehicle trails, recreational use areas, and necessary service and lodging facilities, while preserving traffic safety, reducing private land trespass, and minimizing impacts on residents.

On March 12, 2024, the City Council formed an Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Ad-Hoc Committee to research implementation of the pilot project. The committee consists of Vice Mayor Campbell and Councilmembers Belt and Longbrake. The committee engaged key stakeholders, including law enforcement and BLM representatives, and provided direction to staff to advance a comprehensive and enforceable implementation strategy.

Following this effort, the City contracted with Minagar & Associates, Inc. to conduct technical studies evaluating roadway conditions, safety requirements, and route connectivity. On September 9, 2025, the City Council approved the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Plan and Routes – Pilot Project Technical Memorandum, which identified 9.20 miles of proposed OHMV routes throughout the city connecting local roadways with BLM trailheads, lodging facilities, and service areas.

Immediately following approval of the technical memorandum, Minagar & Associates, Inc. began working on the Designated Routes Signage Plan for the City of Needles Pilot Program. The signage plan includes CA MUTCD–compliant route signage and traffic control devices to clearly define authorized OHMV corridors and support consistent enforcement.

Additionally, two potential staging areas are identified at Park Drive & River Road and Clary Drive & Lillyhill Drive, providing centralized access points for residents and visitors.

Fiscal Impact: Implementation will require funding for signage, staging areas, and public outreach and is anticipated to be funded through the City’s General Fund. Staff will continue to pursue eligible grant opportunities, including the Off-Highway Vehicle Trust Fund, to offset costs where available.

Environmental Impact: The pilot program is subject to ongoing monitoring and reporting requirements established under AB 2152 and Vehicle Code §38026.2, including coordination with the California Highway Patrol, Department of Transportation, and Department of Parks and Recreation. Impacts to air quality, noise, and adjacent lands will be evaluated in the City’s 2027 legislative report Recommendation: Adopt Resolution 2026-2 approving the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan and authorize the City Manager, or designee, to make minor and nonsubstantive modifications to the plan as necessary for implementation, provided such modifications do not materially alter the intent or policy direction approved by the City Council.

Submitted By: Patrick Martinez, City Manager
City Manager Approval: Date: 1/8/2025
Other Department Approval (when required): Date:

Agenda Item 11.

RESOLUTION 2026-2

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF NEEDLES, CALIFORNIA,

APPROVING THE OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV)

DESIGNATED ROUTES SIGNAGE PLAN
WHEREAS, the California Legislature adopted Assembly Bill 2152 authorizing the City of Needles to establish a pilot project to designate combined-use highways to link Bureau of Land Management (BLM) off-highway vehicle trails, recreational use areas, and necessary service and lodging facilities; and WHEREAS, on March 12, 2024, the City Council formed an Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Ad-Hoc Committee to research implementation of the pilot project, engage stakeholders, and provide direction to staff; and WHEREAS, following direction from the City Council, the City contracted with Minagar & Associates, Inc. to conduct technical studies evaluating roadway conditions, safety requirements, and route connectivity; and WHEREAS, on September 9, 2025, the City Council approved the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Plan and Routes – Pilot Project Technical Memorandum, which identified 9.20 miles of designated OHMV routes connecting local roadways with Bureau of Land Management (BLM) trailheads, lodging facilities, and service areas; and WHEREAS, immediately following approval of the Technical Memorandum, Minagar & Associates, Inc. prepared the Designated Routes Signage Plan for the City of Needles Pilot Program, consisting of California Manual on Uniform Traffic Control Devices (CA MUTCD)–compliant route signage and traffic control devices designed to clearly define authorized OHMV corridors and support consistent enforcement; and WHEREAS, adoption of the Designated Routes Signage Plan is necessary to implement the OHMV pilot program, improve public understanding of authorized routes, enhance traffic safety, reduce unauthorized OHMV use on local streets and private property, and support economic activity related to recreation and tourism.

NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Needles hereby:

1. Approves the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan;

2. Authorizes staff to proceed with implementation of the Designated Routes Signage Plan, including fabrication and installation of signage, coordination with law enforcement, and public education and outreach, consistent with the previously approved OHMV Master Plan and Pilot Project;

3. Authorizes the City Manager, or designee, to make minor, technical, or non-substantive modifications to the Designated Routes Signage Plan as necessary for implementation, provided such modifications do not materially alter the intent or policy direction approved by the City Council;

4. Directs staff to utilize available funding sources, including the General Fund, and to pursue grant opportunities when feasible to offset implementation costs; and

5. Finds that adoption of the Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Designated Routes Signage Plan supports City Council goals of enhancing tourism, improving recreational amenities, and advancing the City’s economic development strategy by implementing the previously approved OHMV Master Plan and Pilot Project.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED at a regular meeting of the City Council of the City of Needles, California, held on the 13th day of January 2026 by the following roll call vote:

AYES:

NOES:

ABSENT:

ABSTAIN:

Janet Jernigan, Mayor
ATTEST:

Candace Clark, City Clerk
APPROVED AS TO FORM:

Lena Wade, Deputy City Attorney
Agenda Item 11.

LOCATION MAP CITY OF NEEDLES OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV) MASTER PLAN & DESIGNATED ROUTES SIGNAGE LEGEND INDEX OF DRAWINGS SHEET No. ROUTE No. DESCRIPTION - TYPE River Road CITY OF NEEDLES PILOT PROGRAM STATE OF ARIZONA SACRAMENTO SAN FRANCISCO LOS ANGELES SAN DIEGO PALM SPRINGS CITY OF NEEDLES N.T.S. 5 5 1 3 3 2 2 4 1 4 N K StreetNeedles Highway
J Street W Broadway AvenueCibola Avenue D Street
Lillyhill Drive
Clary Drive
Parkway Street
Bailey Avenue
Eagle Pass Road
S L Street Front Street x TWO WORKING DAYS BEFORE YOU DIG CITY OF NEEDLES SHEETS PERMIT NUMBER: SCALE: AS SHOWN DATE: REVISIONS DATE DESIGNED BY NO. APPR Dec 23, 2025 CITY OF NEEDLES PROJECT FOR: CITY OF NEEDLES W.O. ######-##### DRAWN BY CHECKED BY OF SHEET NO. FILE NO. x-#### CITY OF NEEDLES APPROVAL: STATE PROJECT # MINAGAR & ASSOCIATES, INC. OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV) MASTER PLAN AND DESIGNATED ROUTES SIGNAGE CITY OF NEEDLES PUBLIC WORKS DEPARTMENT 817 THIRD STREET NEEDLES, CA 92363 N.T. N.T. F.M. x N.T.S. Title Sheet River Road Columbus Drive 2 1 Staging Area 2 Staging Area 1 River Rd/Park Dr Lillyhill Dr/Clary Dr INTERSTATE 40 INTERSTATE 40 Agenda Item 11.

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SIGNAGE

CITY OF NEEDLES

PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT
817 THIRD STREET
NEEDLES, CA 92363
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INSTALL CUSTOM END OF OHMV ROUTE SIGN AND POLE.

INSTALL CUSTOM ROUTE SIGN.

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CITY OF NEEDLES

PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT
817 THIRD STREET
NEEDLES, CA 92363
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CITY OF NEEDLES

PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT
817 THIRD STREET
NEEDLES, CA 92363
N.T. N.T. F.M.

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Avenue, Cibola Avenue, and D Street
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GUIDANCE SIGN.

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ROUTE SIGN AND POLE.

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ROUTE SIGN AND POLE.

INSTALL CUSTOM ROUTE SIGN.

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SIGNAGE

CITY OF NEEDLES

PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT
817 THIRD STREET
NEEDLES, CA 92363
N.T. N.T. F.M.

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SIGNAGE

CITY OF NEEDLES

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DEPARTMENT
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OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV)

MASTER PLAN AND DESIGNATED ROUTES

SIGNAGE

CITY OF NEEDLES

PUBLIC WORKS

DEPARTMENT
817 THIRD STREET
NEEDLES, CA 92363
N.T. N.T. F.M.

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(2) Bailey Avenue, (3) Clary Drive
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POLE.

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POLE.

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INSTALL M6-1 SIGN.

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OFF-HIGHWAY MOTOR VEHICLE (OHMV) MASTER PLAN & ROUTES - Pilot Project Final Technical Memo

CITY OF NEEDLES, CA
5 Figure 2: Proposed Allowable Off-Highway Motor Vehicle (OHMV) Routes Within the City of Needles & Connection to BLM Interface Point

CITY CONNECTION
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Not Exceeding 35 MPH
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MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PATRICK J. MARTINEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: WEEKLY MEMORANDUM
DATE: December 26, 2025

1. City of Needles — 2025 Year in Review
As we close out 2025, the City of Needles reflects a year defined by delivery and measurable results aligned with the City Council’s goals. Throughout the year, the City focused on strengthening core infrastructure, reinvesting in public spaces, supporting economic growth, and advancing programs that directly improve quality of life. Major facilities were opened, streets and utilities were modernized, new businesses were welcomed, and housing and health initiatives were expanded. The City also earned statewide recognition for its work, while maintaining a balanced budget and strengthening its leadership team. These accomplishments reflect disciplined planning, strong partnerships, and the dedication of City staff, and position Needles well for continued progress in the year ahead.

Enhance Infrastructure & Public Spaces
• Opened or activated 3 major infrastructure facilities • Advanced 4 water system modernization projects
• Improved 17.7 miles of streets through paving and preservation • Launched 2 new Public Works programs (crack seal and LED lighting) • Earned 1 Helen Putnam Award for park and community improvements Foster Economic Growth & Business Development
• Opened or expanded 6 businesses citywide
• Held 3 ribbon cuttings celebrating public and private investment • Maintained a balanced budget with $10.8M in General Fund revenues • Recruited and hired a permanent Finance Director, strengthening fiscal oversight and long-term financial planning

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• Continued reinvestment supported by 43% cannabis tax revenue Strengthen Community Engagement
• Completed multiple community cleanups, including Spring Cleaning and neighborhood cleanups
• Removed 15.5 tons of debris citywide
• Delivered multiple park and public space unveilings
• Expanded recreation, youth, and community programs
• Hosted or supported 25+ City-led and partner community events and programs
Support Families & Quality of Life
• Secured 30 HUD-VASH vouchers for local veterans
• Housed 12 veterans through the Veterans Housing Program • Achieved 100% Housing Authority occupancy
• Launched 1 new regional transit route
• County provided weekly mobile medical services to residents

2. Needles Pride Program – Public Works, Water & Community Art Progress This week, the City of Needles continued advancing the Needles Pride Program through targeted maintenance and beautification efforts that improve safety, functionality, and overall community appearance. Public Works crews completed pothole repairs on Lillyhill Drive between Bailey Avenue and Coronado Drive, improving drivability and extending the life of the roadway in a well-traveled residential area. The Water Department also continued its fire hydrant painting program, with crews working through the Vistas neighborhood and into the high school areas, enhancing emergency visibility and contributing to a cleaner streetscape. In addition, the Expression Wall at Duke Watkins Park was activated again this past weekend, with local artist Cycle George—assisted by former Councilmember Zachery Longacre—adding new artwork, including a bold character piece inviting community creativity. This continued activation reinforces Council goals related to beautification, recreation, and public engagement while encouraging repeat community participation. Collectively, these efforts reflect the City’s ongoing reinvestment in core infrastructure and public spaces through visible, community-driven improvements. Residents can report concerns by calling 760-326-5700 (press 9) or using the Needles Connect app on Google Play Store (Android) and Apple Store (iOS).

3. Downtown Revitalization Update – Red Dog Saloon
The City of Needles is pleased to share that the Red Dog Saloon is under new ownership, with Jay and Andy investing in the future of our downtown. The City welcomes their commitment to the community and their investment in

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revitalizing one of Downtown Needles’ longstanding establishments. This transition follows a difficult period after the passing of former owner Ty Cavanaugh, whose contributions to Downtown Needles are recognized and appreciated. The continued reinvestment in downtown properties reflects steady progress toward revitalizing the corridor one business at a time. As improvements move forward, the City will work closely with the new owners to support a successful reopening. Attached images provide an early glimpse of the ongoing renovation and the positive changes already underway.

Additional details, including a ribbon-cutting event, will be shared as plans are finalized.

4. Discover Inland Empire – International Tourism Exposure for Needles The City of Needles continues to gain international visibility through its partnership with Discover Inland Empire, with recent global media coverage highlighting Needles as the eastern gateway to California on Historic Route 66.

A feature published in TTN Taiwan, a major international travel magazine, showcases Needles as the starting point of Route 66 in California, emphasizing its role as the transition from desert to coast and its historic significance along the Mother Road. This exposure places Needles on a global stage ahead of the 2026 Route 66 Centennial and directly supports City Council goals to strengthen tourism, expand global brand recognition, and attract new visitors by leveraging the City’s unique Route 66 identity and location.

5. City of Needles Finance Director Featured in PublicCEO The City of Needles was recently featured in PublicCEO, a statewide publication highlighting innovation and leadership in local government, recognizing the City’s successful recruitment of Finance Director Mark DeMay (December 22, 2025). The article highlights the City’s strategic, competitive nationwide search and the appointment of a seasoned municipal finance leader with more than 20 years of public-sector experience. This recognition directly supports City Council goals to strengthen fiscal stewardship, enhance organizational leadership, and maintain transparent, well-managed financial operations. Strengthened financial leadership positions the City to continue reinvesting in infrastructure, public services, and community priorities. Statewide recognition further reinforces confidence in the City’s direction and governance.

6. Christmas Community Partners Recognized for Holiday Food Efforts The City of Needles extends sincere appreciation to community partners and volunteers who ensured residents had access to food during the Christmas holiday through four major community efforts. Firehouse Ministries hosted a Christmas ham dinner distribution, providing 250 free holiday meals to residents. Tri-State Community Healthcare sponsored and coordinated the delivery of 100 individually prepared Christmas dinners to homebound Needles residents in partnership with the Needles Women’s Club and Needles Unified School District. In addition, Firehouse Ministries continued its weekly

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Isabell’s Pantry produce distribution, and Tri-State Community Healthcare hosted a large-scale fresh fruit and vegetable distribution for the community.

Together, these efforts provided hundreds of meals and vital food resources to families and seniors. These collective actions reflect the strength of community partnerships and the compassion that defines Needles during the holiday season.

7. Society of St. Vincent de Paul – Open House & Pantry Dedication The City of Needles is pleased to share that the Society of St. Vincent de Paul is hosting an open house and dedication of its newly improved pantry, providing the community an opportunity to view recent facility upgrades and learn more about its services. The event will offer a behind-the-scenes look at improvements made to better serve residents, with refreshments provided. The open house will be held on January 12, 2026, from 5:00 – 6:00 p.m., at 839 Front Street. This event reflects continued investment in community-based services that support individuals and families in need. The City appreciates St.

Vincent de Paul’s ongoing commitment to serving Needles residents and strengthening the local social safety net. RSVP: [email protected] or (928) 299-9872.

8. Needles Sunday Market – Community Activation & Media Recognition The Needles Sunday Market at Santa Fe Park continues to gain momentum as a weekly destination that supports local entrepreneurs, activates public space, and encourages downtown activity. Vendor participation remains strong, with a growing mix of small-batch and specialty producers contributing to a vibrant market atmosphere. The Sunday Market was recently featured in the Needles Desert Star, highlighting the market’s role in supporting small businesses and fostering regular community engagement. The Needles Sunday Market is held every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will continue through March 31, 2026. Interested vendors may contact Market Manager Patrick Lauterio at (760) 848-8289 or [email protected]. To view the full feature and stay informed on community news, residents are encouraged to subscribe to the Needles Desert Star at www.needlesdesertstar.com/subscribe or by calling 928- 296-8455.

9. Sheriff’s Department – Holiday Toy Giveaways & Community Outreach This past weekend, the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department, Colorado River Station, delivered holiday cheer through the Angel Tree and Senior Angel Tree programs, ensuring seniors and residents in need were remembered and supported during the holiday season. In the weeks leading up to this weekend, the Sheriff’s Department also hosted Shop with a Cop and the Annual Christmas Cops and Kids Toy Delivery, providing children with gifts and meaningful oneon-one experiences with deputies. Together, these efforts brought Christmas joy to children, families, and seniors throughout the community. Deputies and staff dedicated their time to creating positive moments and lasting memories beyond traditional law enforcement duties. These initiatives strengthen community trust and reflect a deep commitment to service and compassion. The City of Needles extends its sincere appreciation to the San Bernardino County Sheriff’s

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Department, Colorado River Station, for their continued partnership and dedication to our community.

10.Brenda Angulo Retirement
This week, the City of Needles recognized the retirement of Brenda Angulo after seven years of dedicated service to the organization. Since joining the City in 2018, Brenda consistently demonstrated professionalism, reliability, and a strong sense of responsibility in her work, helping the City navigate periods of change with steadiness and care. She was instrumental in the implementation of the City’s Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Project and played a critical role in strengthening the City’s utility billing operations. Brenda was known for handling her duties thoughtfully and thoroughly, taking pride in doing things the right way without seeking recognition. Her consistency and quiet commitment set a standard that colleagues could depend on and respect. Brenda’s contributions have had a lasting impact on the City’s operations and workplace culture. The City Council and staff extend their sincere appreciation for her service and wish her all the best in a well-earned retirement.

11.Needles Animal Shelter – Final Holiday Adoption Opportunity of the Year The City of Needles is reminding residents that this is the final opportunity of the year to adopt a pet during the holiday season and provide an animal with a loving home. The Needles Animal Shelter will be open Monday and Tuesday next week from 8:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m., offering one last chance for families to adopt before the new year. The Shelter’s $10 adoption special remains in effect and will conclude the day after New Year’s, on January 2, 2026, along with a $3 City license discount for Needles residents. Several adoptable animals are still available, with additional details provided in the attached flyer or online. This is the final reminder for the year, and community participation can make a meaningful difference for local animals. For questions or to schedule an adoption appointment, residents may contact the Shelter at 760-326-4952.

12.City Hall Holiday Closure – New Year’s
City Hall will be closed on Wednesday, December 31, 2025, and Thursday, January 1, 2026, in observance of the New Year holiday. Regular operations will resume on Friday, January 2, 2026, beginning at 8:30 a.m. For emergencies, please contact City staff at (760) 326-5700; the after-hours answering service will promptly direct calls to the appropriate staff member. A closure notice has been posted on the front doors of City Hall for public awareness.

13.Community Events Calendar Now Live
The City’s new website now features a Community Events Calendar—a single source for community events, civic meetings, and community programs. Local organizations are invited to submit or update events through the City Clerk’s Office to keep the calendar current and inclusive. Contact Candace Clark at [email protected] to participate. Residents can subscribe and sync the calendar to mobile devices for real-time updates, making it easier to stay informed and engaged.

City of Needles
817 Third Street, Needles, California 92363
(760) 326-2113 • FAX (760) 326-6765
www.cityofneedles.com
Mayor, Janet Jernigan
Vice Mayor Ellen Campbell
Councilmember Tona Belt
Councilmember Jamie McCorkle
Councilmember JoAnne Pogue
Councilmember Henry Longbrake
Councilmember Larry Ford
City Manager Patrick J. Martinez
City of Needles — 2025 Year in Review
Appendix: Supporting Detail & Source Notes
Enhance Infrastructure & Public Spaces (Council Goal #1) • Electric Yard Steel Building (711 California Ave.): Ribbon cutting December 17, 2025; $673,552 investment; first permanent Electric Department facility. • Well No. 11 Water Treatment Plant: Treats Wells 11, 12, and 15; $8.9M facility delivering reliable drinking water.
• Bob Belt Beach Park Monument Sign Unveiling: Public-private partnership with Arrowhead Credit Union recognizing Bob Belt’s contributions. • Water system modernization projects: Well No. 11 Plant, Lilly Hill & L Street Booster Stations, Water Main & Manifold Improvements ($1.2M), Advanced Metering Infrastructure.
• 17.7 miles of streets improved including Phase IV-B and Flip Mendez Parkway.
• Public Works programs launched: Crack Seal Program and LED Lighting Program.
• Helen Putnam Award for Excellence in Public Programs.

Foster Economic Growth & Business Development (Council Goal #2) • Businesses opened or expanded: Krispy Krunchy Chicken, Needles Smash Burgers, UPS Store at Hardware Express, Arrowhead Credit Union, Route 66 Pharmacy, River Front Café.
• Ribbon cuttings: Electric Yard Steel Building, Well No. 11 Water Treatment Plant, Veterans Housing Program (HUD-VASH).
• Fiscal indicators: $10.8M General Fund revenues; $10.6M expenditures; $5.8M cannabis tax revenues (~43%).

Strengthen Community Engagement (Council Goal #3)
• Community cleanups including Spring Cleaning and neighborhood events removed 15.5 tons of debris citywide.
• Public space unveilings: Bob Belt Beach Park and Manny Morris Park monument signs.
• Recreation and events: Youth Golf Camp, Summer Day Camp (150+ participants), basketball tournaments, Movies in the Park, Job & Resource Fair.
• 25+ City-led and partner-supported community events in 2025.

Support Families & Quality of Life (Council Goal #4)
• 30 HUD-VASH vouchers secured; program launched January 7, 2025. • 12 veterans housed as of 2025 reporting period.
• 100% Housing Authority occupancy (52 units).
• Regional transit launched: Fort Mohave/Bullhead Shuttle. • Weekly mobile medical and dental clinics provided.

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3. DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION

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7. ST. VINCEMT DE PAUL OPEN HOUSE

8. NEEDLES SUNDAY MARKET

9. HOLIDAY TOY GIVEAWAY SBCSD

10. BRENDA RETIREMENT

11. ADOPT DON’T SHOP HOLIDAY SPECIAL

12. CITY HALL CLOSED

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MEMORANDUM
TO: HONORABLE MAYOR AND MEMBERS OF THE CITY COUNCIL
FROM: PATRICK J. MARTINEZ, CITY MANAGER
SUBJECT: WEEKLY MEMORANDUM
DATE: January 2, 2026

1. Route 66 Centennial – Celebrating a Century on the Mother Road 2026 marks the 100th anniversary of historic Route 66, and the City of Needles is actively positioning itself as a must-stop destination at the gateway to California. As part of the Centennial kickoff, the City placed a Route 66 Centennial advertisement in Memories from the Mother Road: Celebrating a Century of Route 66, directing travelers to the Needles Visitor Center and highlighting Needles as an original Route 66 town. This targeted outreach is intentionally designed to drive Centennial-year travel into the community and convert pass-through traffic into local visitation. To guide and coordinate these efforts, the City Council has established a Route 66 Centennial Committee consisting of Mayor Jernigan, Vice Mayor Campbell, and Councilmember McCorkle. Local programming is advancing, including the Route 66 Info Fair on February 14, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at El Garces, hosted by Friends of El Garces, and Route 66-themed elements incorporated into Art in the Park scheduled for March 26–28. Both events will include Route 66–themed classic car shows on Saturday, extending Centennial visibility through community programming while supporting tourism, economic activity, and longterm community pride.

2. Route 66 Statewide & National Exposure – Tournament of Roses The City of Needles received significant statewide and national exposure through its inclusion in the Road to the Rose Parade video series, commissioned by the Tournament of Roses. The City was featured as part of the San Bernardino County Route 66 segment, which highlights iconic communities along the Mother Road in the lead-up to the Rose Parade.

Sponsored by Visit California and Discover Inland Empire, the segment features Mayor Janet Jernigan and reinforces Needles’ role as California’s eastern

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gateway to Route 66. The video also showcases Fender’s Motel, underscoring the importance of historic lodging and authentic Route 66 experiences. Filming occurred in early December, with distribution through Tournament of Roses and Discover Inland Empire digital and social media channels. This exposure complements the City’s ongoing Route 66 Centennial advertising, events, and broader tourism strategy already underway. Click on this link to watch the video.

3. Railcam Installation and Tourism Visibility
This week, City crews installed a new PTZ rail camera generously donated by SouthWest RailCams, further expanding real-time visibility of Needles to a national and international audience. Needles continues to attract strong viewership due to its historic rail corridor and rich local history, with increasing interest from viewers seeking to learn more about the community. The PTZ camera is hosted by the City of Needles and is publicly accessible through SouthWest RailCams’ live platform. As of November 2025, the Needles East Camera recorded 33,513 views and 5,129 watch hours, while the Needles West Camera recorded 10,018 views and 1,376 watch hours, demonstrating sustained engagement. The installation supports City Council goals related to tourism promotion, historic awareness, and leveraging digital platforms to increase exposure and interest in Needles as a destination.

4. Assemblymember Gonzalez Mobile Office Hours
Assemblymember Jeff Gonzalez will host Mobile Office Hours at El Garces on Thursday, January 15, from 12:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m., providing residents with convenient, local access to state legislative assistance and resources without the need to leave the community. This outreach allows constituents to meet directly with the Assemblymember’s office to receive support on state-related matters and services. The City of Needles appreciates Assemblymember Gonzalez’s continued engagement and responsiveness to the needs of rural communities. The City extends its gratitude to Assemblymember Gonzalez and his staff for their ongoing support and commitment to serving the residents of Needles.

5. Needles Pride Program – Lillyhill Roadway Repairs
This week, Public Works crews completed roadway repairs along Lillyhill Drive, addressing deteriorated pavement conditions to improve drivability and safety in a well-traveled residential corridor. The work reflects the City’s responsive, fielddriven approach to maintaining local streets and extending the life of existing infrastructure. Crews will continue targeted roadway maintenance throughout the community as conditions are identified and resources allow. These improvements support City Council goals by enhancing neighborhood quality of life, promoting safe and accessible streets, and demonstrating the City’s

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continued commitment to visible, day-to-day maintenance. Residents can report concerns by calling 760-326-5700 (press 9) or using the Needles Connect app on Google Play Store (Android) and Apple Store (iOS). Together, we continue to make Needles a brighter and more vibrant place to live.

6. Storm Preparedness & Weather Response
The City of Needles began the new year with a winter storm that brought steady precipitation throughout the week. City crews proactively prepared ahead of the storm by inspecting equipment, fueling vehicles, and placing staff on standby to ensure a timely response. Throughout the event, departments closely monitored conditions to protect public safety and maintain essential services. The primary operational impact was the temporary closure of the J Street Underpass due to water accumulation, which was implemented as a precautionary safety measure. No major damage to City infrastructure was reported, and no injuries occurred. Crews remained engaged through the week to monitor drainage conditions and ensure the underpass could be safely reopened.

7. Community Partnership & Recreation Support – Elks Gratitude Grant The City of Needles and its Recreation Services Department received generous community support through a Gratitude Grant awarded by the Elks National Foundation, with local sponsorship from the Needles Elks Lodge #1608. Exalted Ruler Brian Dooley presented two grant checks totaling $2,000 to support City recreation facilities. The funding included $1,250 for the Recreation Center and $750 for the Aquatic Center, directly benefiting youth programming and community recreation services. The checks were formally received by Jennifer Valenzuela, Recreation Services Manager. This contribution reflects the Elks’ continued commitment to investing in local communities and supporting programs that serve families and youth. The City extends its sincere appreciation to the Needles Elks Lodge for their ongoing partnership and support of community recreation in Needles.

8. Needles Little League Home Run Derby Fundraiser
The Needles Little League is hosting a Home Run Derby on Saturday, January 24 at 12:00 p.m. at Ed Parry Field as its final fundraiser ahead of the regular season. The all-ages, family-friendly event is intended to encourage broad community participation while raising funds for the Little League Shade Structure Project. The derby will feature a structured format with participant awards, an open snack bar, and live music by DJ Loke. The City supports the event, which aligns with City Council goals to promote youth recreation, strengthen community partnerships, and enhance community amenities that improve quality of life. If you have any questions please reach out to Josh Raley directly at 760-220-7886.

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9. Needles Sunday Market – Santa Fe Park
The Needles Sunday Market at Santa Fe Park continues to build momentum as a weekly destination that supports local entrepreneurs, activates public space, and encourages community gathering. Vendor participation remains strong, offering a growing mix of small-batch and specialty products that contribute to a lively, family-friendly atmosphere. The Market provides residents and visitors with a consistent opportunity to shop local while enjoying one of the City’s central community spaces. The Needles Sunday Market is held every Sunday from 8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. and will continue through March 31, 2026.

Interested vendors may contact Market Manager Patrick Lauterio at (760) 848- 8289 or [email protected].

10.Community Events Calendar Now Live
The City’s new website now features a Community Events Calendar—a single source for community events, civic meetings, and community programs. Local organizations are invited to submit or update events through the City Clerk’s Office to keep the calendar current and inclusive. Contact Candace Clark at [email protected] to participate. Residents can subscribe and sync the calendar to mobile devices for real-time updates, making it easier to stay informed and engaged.

1. ROUTE 66 CENTENNIAL

2. NEEDLES TOURNAMENT OF ROSES

3. RAILCAM TOURISM VISIBILITY

5. NEEDLES PRIDE

7. ELKS DONATION RECREATION CENTER

8. NEEDLES LITTLE LEAGUE

Needles City CouncilJanuary 13, 2026

Needles City Council
January 13, 2026