ORANGE COVE CITY COUNCIL
REGULAR MEETING MINUTES
July 08, 2026___________________________________________________________________________________ The Regular Meeting of the Orange Cove City Council was called to order by Council Member Ortiz at 6:30 p.m. on Wednesday, July 08, 2026, at the City of Orange Council Chambers at 633 6 th Street, Orange Cove, California.
1. ROLL CALL
COUNCIL MEMBERS’ PRESENT
Del Bosque, Ortiz, and Rodríguez.
ABSENT
Mayor Garcia.
INVOCATION
Leticia Mendoza.
PLEDGE OF ALLEGIANCE
Council Member Rodriguez.
2. CONFIRMATION OF AGENDA
There were no changes to the agenda.
3. PUBLIC COMMENT
Three members of the public spoke.
Dr. Emer O’Brien, candidate for Fresno County Superintendent of Schools, introduced herself, summarized her background in public education, and discussed the importance of early literacy and the opportunities available through the Golden State Literacy Plan. She thanked the Council for the opportunity to speak, encouraged the public to learn more about her campaign, and provided information flyers to the City Clerk.
Leticia Mendoza asked that her comment be recorded in the minutes. She expressed concern regarding the vacant City Council seat and requested that the matter be placed on a future agenda. She stated that one of the previous applicants had indicated a willingness to withdraw his name, which could simplify the appointment process. As you can see right now, we only have three, so whenever one of you is out, that is what it's going to be like, or if there are two of you out, there are only two, so situations like that do happen. Leticia encouraged the Council to fill the vacancy until the November election to help ensure a full Council is available to conduct business.
Erika would like to have her statement recorded in the minutes. My question is if you are going to ask SoCal Gas to withdraw the application.
CONSENT CALENDAR
4. Approval of Minutes – Regular Meeting of the Orange Cove City Council held on June 24, 2026.
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez to approve the consent calendar and seconded by Council Member Del Bosque. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Rodriguez, Del Bosque, Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
REGULAR BUSINESS
Engineering Department – Engineer Muniz
City Manager Escobar addressed the council and members of the public and introduced Engineer Javier. Engineer Muniz was not present.
5. Subject: Approval of FY 2026-27 Measure C Local Transportation Pass-Through Certification and Claim Forms and Adoption of a Resolution Authorizing Submittal to the Fresno County Transportation Authority.
ORANGE COVE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES- July 08, 2026 Recommendation: Staff recommends the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-24, approving the FY 2026-27 Measure C Certification and Claim forms for the Street Maintenance, ADA Compliance, and Flexible Funding subprograms; confirming the City's commitment to complete prior-year expenditure reporting by November 15, 2026; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and submit the forms and resolution to the Fresno County Transportation Authority (FCTA).
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Del Bosque to adopt Resolution No. 2026-24, approving the FY 2026-27 Measure C Certification and Claim forms for the Street Maintenance, ADA Compliance, and Flexible Funding subprograms; confirming the City's commitment to complete prior-year expenditure reporting by November 15, 2026; and authorizing the City Manager to execute and submit the forms and resolution to the Fresno County Transportation Authority (FCTA). and seconded by Council Member Rodriguez. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Del Bosque, Rodriguez, Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
REGULAR BUSINESS
Administration Department – City Manager Escobar
6. Subject: Approval of a Memorandum of Understanding with Local 39 for the Term July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Local 39 for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028.
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez to approve the Memorandum of Understanding with Local 39 for the term of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2028, and seconded by Council Member Del Bosque. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Rodriguez, Del Bosque, Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
7. Subject: Appointment of Four Members to the City of Orange Cove Planning Commission.
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the appointment of four members to the City of Orange Cove Planning Commission.
City Manager Escobar addressed the council and members of the public. He provided information on who sat on the interview panel. All interviewed were great candidates. The appointments of the four members to the Coty of Orange Cove are as follows:
Susana Ledezma – four-year term
Derek Greenwood – two-year term
David Vega – two-year term
Rita Marquez – one-year term
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Rodriguez to approve the appointment of four members to the City of Orange Cove Planning Commission and seconded by Council Member Del Bosque. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Rodriguez, Del Bosque Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
8. Subject: Establishment of the Orange Cove Downtown Business and Tourism Advisory Committee.
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the City Council approve the establishment of the Orange Cove Downtown Business and Tourism Advisory Committee to advise the City on downtown revitalization, tourism development, business engagement, and the long-term formation of an independent Orange Cove Chamber of Commerce.
City Manager Escobar addressed the council and members of the public.
ORANGE COVE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES- July 08, 2026 Public Comment made by Leticia Mendoza.
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Del Bosque to approve the establishment of the Orange Cove Downtown Business and Tourism Advisory Committee to advise the City on downtown revitalization, tourism development, business engagement, and the long-term formation of an independent Orange Cove Chamber of Commerce and seconded by Council Member Rodriguez. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Del Bosque, Rodriguez, Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
REGULAR BUSINESS
Community Development Department – Director Patlan
9. Subject: Extension of Subdivision Agreement, Macias Tract Map No. 6289.
Recommendation: Staff recommends that the Orange Cove City Council approve a 12-month extension for the installation of public improvements pursuant to the approved Subdivision Agreement for Macias Tract Map No. 6289.
Community Development Director Patlan addressed the council, staff, and community.
Action: Motion was made by Council Member Del Bosque to approve a 12-month extension for the installation of public improvements pursuant to the approved Subdivision Agreement for Macias Tract Map No. 6289 and seconded by Council Member Rodriguez. The motion carried with the following vote:
AYES: 3 COUNCIL MEMBERS: Del Bosque, Rodriguez, Ortiz
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS: None
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBER: None
ABSENT: 1 COUNCIL MEMBER: Garcia
10. CITY MANAGER’S REPORT
• I wanted to report that the question about the SoCal Gas resolution has been submitted. CPUC also requested a scanned copy of the signature we received, and it has been submitted as well. We sent it in on Tuesday, so that is complete.
• Additionally, we received two grants that we applied for through CHP. I will let Jennifer speak to those, since she managed the application process.
Jennifer Hernandez
• We received two grants. The first is the CTF GP Law Enforcement grant, awarded to our Police Department for the education, prevention, and enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis. The PD's budget includes funds for education and outreach, but the majority will go toward DUI checkpoints, patrolling, officer training, and a new, fully outfitted DUI patrol vehicle.
The second grant, CTF GP Education, was submitted through one of our subconsultants. It funds educational projects focused on community-based activities that shift public perspectives and expand outreach efforts to help mitigate alcohol- and drug-impaired driving. These funds are centered on education and monthly community awareness events, and will also cover an electric golf cart, an outreach trailer, and impairmentsimulation goggles for use in school programs. In total, the Police Department grant is $142,000, and the education grant is $148,000, for a combined total of approximately $290,000.
11. CITY ATTORNEYS REPORT
Nothing to report.
12. CITY COUNCIL COMMUNICATIONS
Council Member Ortiz
• The Independence Day celebration was a wonderful success, with over 60 cars in our car show and strong turnout from Orange Cove and neighboring communities. All vendors reported making a profit, and many visitors were impressed to see our city host such a great event. Thank you to Public Works, Cynthia, and our ORANGE COVE CITY COUNCIL REGULAR MEETING MINUTES- July 08, 2026 volunteers, our vendors and pyrotechnicians, and our PD and Fire Department for making it a safe and successful night. We look forward to more events, including our Halloween Trunk-or-Treat in October — stay tuned to help!
Council Member Del Bosque
• That was one of the biggest, best events we have had — great seeing old friends come in from as far as Visalia, Dinuba, and Reedley. Thank you to everyone who helped make it happen, and to PD for keeping it safe at every corner. Welcome to our new Planning Commission members’ positions based on your applications. I know you will do great work for our community. On engineering: surveying is underway for the baseball/softball field activation, so we should be ready for next season. Excited for the kids. We are also hoping to move forward with the Chamber and tourism efforts once the new team is in place. Special thanks to Ms. Ortiz for stepping into the Mayor role tonight, and to Jennifer for taking over the meeting in the City Clerk role— that is what community is about, stepping up for each other. Thank you all — I appreciate you.
13. ADJOURNMENT There being no further business, the meeting was adjourned at 6:59 p.m.
Respectfully submitted,
________________________.... _______________________
Cynthia Cisneros, City Clerk Gilbert Garcia, Mayor
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 001 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- H0626 06/03/26 HUM01 HUMANA INSURANCE CO. 5362.06 342322151H MO INSURANCE 6/26 042492 06/30/26 KIM01 KIMBALL MIDWEST 143.22 104373358 PW EQUIP 437.86 104398753 PW SUPPLIES & EQUIP
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Check Total..........: 581.08
053374 06/18/26 HES01 HOLLOWAY ENVIROMENTAL SOL -3020.94 -HES-3959u Ck# 053374 Reversed 053396 06/01/26 SIG03 SIGN RANCH, BY ROD'S CUST 950.22 16628 HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION-BANNER 5/1/26 053397 06/01/26 TCJ01 TULARE COUNTY JAIL INDUST 52.89 22094 HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION-PLAQUES 5/1/26 053398 06/03/26 BLA03 FRGM LLC-BLACKSTONE CHEVR 39224.48 PD26-001 PD-2026 CHEVROLET COLORADO-ACU TRUCK 053399 06/03/26 BLJ01 BRYANT L. JOLLEY 50500.00 040326 SINGLE AUDIT FY 22/23 053400 06/04/26 ACS02 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 138.10 JL7F-LYJ4 REC EVENT SUPPLIES INV#1GM9-JL7F-LYJ4
84.54 X36G-N3WW REC EVENT SUPPLIES INV#1RPF-X36G-N3WW
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Check Total..........: 222.64
053401 06/04/26 ALL04 ALLIED STORAGE CONTAINERS 129.57 260403922 PW SEATRAIN RENTAL 4/26 INV#R260403922 129.57 260503550 PW SEATRAIN RENTAL 5/26 INV#R260503550 ------------
Check Total..........: 259.14
053402 06/04/26 APV01 VESTIS - ACCOUNTS RECEIVA 212.02 580599093 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES INV#2580599093 201.41 580649297 PD JANITORIAL SUPPLIES INV#2580649297
56.98 580664653 PW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580664653
75.18 580664654 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES INV#2580664654
281.56 580664655 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580664655
15.64 580664656 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580664656
77.89 580664657 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580664657
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15.11 580664660 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580664660
75.82 580664661 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580664661 331.03 580667334 PW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580667334
75.18 580667336 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667336
83.39 580667342 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667342
15.64 580667344 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580667344
77.89 580667348 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667348
85.88 580667353 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667353 201.41 580667357 PD JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667357 108.61 580667361 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667361
15.11 580667364 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580667364
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 002 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053402 06/04/26 APV01 VESTIS - ACCOUNTS RECEIVA 75.82 580667367 PW-WW JANIOTORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580667367
53.28 580670593 PW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580670593
75.18 580670594 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670594
83.39 580670595 PW W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670595
15.64 580670596 PW W UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580670596
77.89 580670597 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670597
80.47 580670598 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670598 108.61 580670599 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670599
15.11 580670600 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 2/26 INV#2580670600
75.82 580670601 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 2/26 INV#2580670601
53.28 580676458 PW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580676458
138.89 580676459 PW JANITORIAL SVCS 3/26 INV#2580676459
95.84 580676460 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580676460
15.64 580676461 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580676461
141.60 580676462 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580676462
80.47 580676463 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580676463 175.50 580676464 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26INV#2580676464
15.11 580676465 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580676465
75.82 580676466 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580676466
53.28 580679420 PW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580679420
75.18 580679421 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679421
83.39 580679422 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679422
15.64 580679423 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580679423
77.89 580679424 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679424
84.47 580679425 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679425 282.35 580679426 PD-JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679426 242.39 580679427 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679427
15.11 580679428 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580679428
75.82 580679429 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580679429
54.78 580682368 PW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580682368
78.19 580682369 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580682369
86.98 580682370 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580682370
23.23 580682371 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#580682371
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22.69 580682375 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580682375
79.47 580682376 PW-WW UNIFORMS SVCS 3/26 INV#2580682376
54.78 580685302 PW UNIFORMS SVCS 3/26 INV#2580685302
78.19 580685303 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685303
86.98 580685304 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685304
23.23 580685305 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580685305
79.85 580685306 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685306 122.11 580685307 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685307 215.39 580685308 PD-JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685308 189.96 580685309 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685309
22.69 580685310 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 INV#2580685310
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 003 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053402 06/04/26 APV01 VESTIS - ACCOUNTS RECEIVA 79.47 580685311 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 INV#2580685311 ------------
Check Total..........: 6226.09
053403 06/04/26 BSK01 BSK ASSOCIATES 1011.08 AJ07829 WTP WATER SAMPLING 3/26 1612.32 AJ07830 WWTP WATER SAMPLING 3/26
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Check Total..........: 2623.40
053404 06/04/26 CLS01 CORELOGIC SOLUTIONS, LLC. 300.00 30858048 CE PROPERTY DETAIL REPORTS 3/26 300.00 30860158 CE PROPERTY DETAIL RPTS 4/26
300.00 30872602 CE PROPERTY DETAIL RPTS 5/26
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Check Total..........: 900.00
053405 06/04/26 CMM01 CITRUS MINI-MART 1057.50 3/26 GAS 3/26 053406 06/04/26 CWS01 CORBIN WILLITS SYSTEM 1183.10 00C604151 MOM SOFTWARE SVCS 5/26 INV#000C604151 053407 06/04/26 DOJ01 DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE 179.00 038035 PD FINGERPRINTING 3/26 053408 06/04/26 DSL02 DSLRPROS 9637.36 KU3-RDMA9 PD DRONES 053409 06/04/26 FCSFF FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFF 14615.99 SO23503 PD DISPATCH SVCS 4/26 053410 06/04/26 FMAAA FRESNO-MADERA AREA AGENCY 94.05 003000 SC NON-QUALIFIED MEALS 9/25 125.40 003016 SC NON-QUALIFIED 10/25
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Check Total..........: 219.45
053411 06/04/26 LAE02 LA ESPECIAL MEDIA GROUP I 150.00 050426 HISPANIC HERITAGE CELEBRATION-RADIO AD 5/1/26 053412 06/04/26 METRO METRO UNIFORM 57.37 306792 PD UNIFORM ALLOWANCE-S GARCILAZO 053413 06/04/26 MKP01 MINERAL KING PUBLISHING, 210.00 72902 PUBLIC NOTICE-AMENDING TITLE 17,SEC 17.32.020 230.00 73031 PUBLIC NOTICE-RFQ ON-CALL SVCS
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Check Total..........: 440.00
053414 06/04/26 OCL02 ORANGE COVE LIQUOR 6782.19 PD 4/26 PD GAS 4/26 1697.72 PW 4/26 GAS 4/26
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Check Total..........: 8479.91
053415 06/04/26 OCPC1 ORANGE COVE PETTY CASH 52.55 042326 REC REPLENISH PETTY CASH 053416 06/04/26 PAC08 PACE SUPPLY CORP 682.14 S328099 FC-WATER METER ENDPOINT EQUIP REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 004 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053416 06/04/26 PAC08 PACE SUPPLY CORP 1363.79 S329715 FC-WATER METER ENDPOINT EQUIP 45443.34 911229777 WATER METER ENDPOINT EQUIP INV#1911229777 ------------
Check Total..........: 47489.27
053417 06/04/26 PBT01 POWER BUSINESS TECHNOLOGY 25.95 IN284126 PD COPY MCHN SUPPPLIES 511.11 IN284471 COPY MCHN SVCS 2/26
25.95 IN287034 FIN COPY MCHN SUPPLIES
25.95 IN289457 BLDG COPY MCHN SUPPLIES
15.95 IN295740 ADM COPY MCHN SUPPLIES
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Check Total..........: 604.91
053418 06/04/26 PC007 PATRICK CHAFFEE 4625.00 OC-050 AUDIT PREP & BUDGET DEV 4/18-5/1/26 053419 06/04/26 PRO21 PROFESSIONAL PRINT & MAIL 5449.93 129038 UB SUPPLIES 3/26 738.13 129905 FLYER-NEWSLETTER 5/26
240.33 129429-C FLYER-PROP 218 WATER/SEWER NOTICES 3/26 COR ------------
Check Total..........: 6428.39
053420 06/04/26 RVH01 REEDLEY VETERINARY 86.00 190 AC EXAM/SUPPLIES 836.00 198 AC EXAMS/SUPPLIES
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Check Total..........: 922.00
053421 06/04/26 SEB01 SEBASTIAN 725.48 10864769 BLDG ALARM SVCS 4/26 725.80 10867365 BLGD ALARM SVCS 5/26
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Check Total..........: 1451.28
053422 06/04/26 SM004 STRATHMORE MACHINERY, INC 302.86 58214 WWTP REPAIRS 053423 06/04/26 TTS02 STEELE PRINTING 499.93 B 1687 PD BUSINESS CARDS-PUGA&URREA & STICKERS
47.47 B 1714 PD BUSINESS CARDS-R URREA
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Check Total..........: 547.40
053424 06/04/26 VOR01 VORTAL, INC. 500.00 000064 CIVICLY ONBOARD 053425 06/04/26 MAC04 MAC GENERAL ENGINEERING 319781.29 253745-5R AMAYA AHSC GRANT IMPR-INV#2-253745-5R 053426 06/04/26 PC007 PATRICK CHAFFEE 3625.00 OC-051 AUDIT PREP & BUDGET DEV 5/2-15/26 3500.00 OC-052 AUDIT PREP & BANK REC 5/16-31/26
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Check Total..........: 7125.00
053427 06/04/26 SUP04 SUPERIOR AG CONSTRUCTION 84151.00 -253814-1 MONSON-MARTINEZ WATER MAIN REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 005 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053428 06/11/26 EOC01 TARGET EIGHT ADVISORY COU 602335.00 203-21880 INV#PR-20251203-21880 FY 25/26 -602335.00 203-21880u Ck# 053428 Reversed
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Check Total..........: .00
053429 06/12/26 MVD01 MID VALLEY DISPOSAL, INC 32601.36 26-FEB DISPOSAL SVCS 2/26 INV#3451126 29677.54 26-JAN DISPOSAL SVCS 1/26 INV#3431203
33815.05 26-MAR DISPOSAL SVCS 3/26 INV#3484267
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Check Total..........: 96093.95
053430 06/12/26 PAT07 ENCARNACION PATLAN 21.00 051926 TRAVEL REIM-ICSC CONF 5/17-20/26-S PATLAN 053431 06/15/26 CN002 AT&T - CALNET .00 024157860 COMM SVCS 10/25 BAN #3569 .00 024260166 COMM SVCS 10/25 BAN #2197
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62.04 024264845 PD SVCS 10/25 BAN #2194
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132.44 024413910 COMM SVCS 11/25 BAN #2195
32.49 024413911 SNACK BAR SVCS 11/25 BAN #2196
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62.04 024419000 PD SVCS 11/25 BAN #2194
560.03 024419083 PD SVCS 11/25 BAN#6128
131.83 024557105 COMM SVCS 12/25 BAN #2195
31.88 024557106 SNACK BAR SVCS 12/25 BAN #2196
32.28 024557108 PD SVCS 12/25 BAN #2198
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250.75 024557115 COMM SVCS 12/25 BAN #2205
368.94 024557116 PD SVCS 12/25 BAN #2206
62.04 024562439 PD SVCS 12/25 BAN #2194
560.03 024562522 PD SVCS 12/25 BAN #6128
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 006 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053431 06/15/26 CN002 AT&T - CALNET 131.92 024709770 COMM SVCS 1/26 BAN #2195
31.97 024709771 SNACK BAR SVCS 1/26 BAN #2196
32.18 024709773 PD SVCS 1/26 BAN #2198
.00 024709774 COMM SVCS 1/26 BAN #2199
.00 024709775 COMM SVCS 1/26 BAN #2200
.00 024709777 COMM SVCS 1/26 BAN #2202
251.11 024709780 COMM SVCS 1/26 BAN #2205
371.43 024709781 PD SVCS 1/26 BAN #2206
62.45 024711894 PD SVCS 1/26 BAN #2194
560.03 024711977 PD SVCS 1/26 BAN #6128
131.78 024849884 COMM SVCS 2/26 BAN #2195
31.83 024849885 SNACK BAR SVCS 2/26 BAN #2196
32.07 024849887 PD SVCS 2/26 BAN #2198
.00 024849888 COMM SVCS 2/26 BAN #2199
.00 024849889 COMM SVCS 2/26 BAN #2200
.00 024849891 COMM SVCS 2/26 BAN #2202
252.74 024849894 COMM SVCS 2/26 BAN #2205
371.43 024849895 PD SVCS 2/26 BAN #2206
62.45 024852010 PD SVCS 2/26 BAN #2194
563.82 024852093 PD SVCS 2/26 BAN #6128
131.86 025003196 COMM SVCS 3/26 BAN #2195
31.91 025003197 SNACK BAR SVCS 3/26 BAN #2196
32.42 025003199 PD SVCS 3/26 BAN #2198
.00 025003200 COMM SVCS 3/26 BAN #2199
.00 025003201 COMM SVCS 3/26 BAN #2200
.00 025003203 COMM SVCS 3/26 BAN #2202
252.42 025003206 COMM SVCS 3/26 BAN #2205
371.43 025003207 PD SVCS 3/26 BAN #2206
62.45 025005365 PD SVCS 3/26 BAN #2194
563.82 025005448 PD SVCS 3/26 BAN #6128
131.86 025142803 COMM SVCS 4/26 BAN #2195
31.91 025142804 SNACK BAR SVCS 4/26 BAN #2196
32.36 025142806 PD SVCS 4/26 BAN #2198
.00 025142807 COMM SVCS 4/26 BAN #2199
.00 025142808 COMM SVCS 4/26 BAN #2200
.00 025142810 COMM SVCS 4/26 BAN #2202
255.43 025142813 COMM SVCS 4/26 BAN #2205
371.43 025142814 PD SVCS 4/26 BAN #2206
62.45 025151173 PD SVCS 4/26 BAN #2194
563.82 025151256 PD SVCS 4/26 BAN #6128
132.39 025292582 COMM SVCS 5/26 BAN #2195
32.44 025292583 SNACK BAR SVCS 5/26 BAN #2196
32.68 025292585 PD SVCS 5/26 BAN #2198
.00 025292586 COMM SVCS 5/26 BAN #2199
.00 025292587 COMM SVCS 5/26 BAN #2200
.00 025292589 COMM SVCS 5/26 BAN #2202
254.92 025292592 COMM SVCS 5/26 BAN #2205
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 007 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053431 06/15/26 CN002 AT&T - CALNET 371.43 025292593 PD SVCS 5/26 BAN #2206
62.45 025294706 PD SVCS 5/26 BAN #2194
563.82 025294789 PD SVCS 5/26 BAN #6128
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Check Total..........: 11384.27
053432 06/15/26 APV01 VESTIS - ACCOUNTS RECEIVA 54.78 580688256 PW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 #2580688256
78.19 580688257 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 #2580688257
99.78 580688258 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 #2580688258
23.23 580688259 PW-W UNIFORMS SVCS 3/26 #2580688259
79.85 580688260 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 #2580688260
82.48 580688261 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 #2580688261 119.24 580688262 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26
22.69 580688263 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 3/26 #2580688263
79.47 580688264 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 3/26 #258088264
54.78 580691203 PW UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580691203
91.18 580691204 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691204
86.98 580691205 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691205
23.23 580691206 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580691206
79.85 580691207 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691207 176.83 580691208 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691208 215.39 580691209 PD-JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691209 270.73 580691210 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691210
22.69 580691211 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580691211
79.47 580691212 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580691212
54.78 580694164 PW UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580694164
143.67 580694165 PW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694165
86.98 580694166 PW-W JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694166
23.23 580694167 PW-W UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580694167
79.85 580694168 SC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694168 264.48 580694169 CH JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694169 186.74 580694170 CC JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694170
22.69 580694171 PW-WW UNIFORM SVCS 4/26 #2580694171
79.47 580694172 PW-WW JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 4/26 #2580694172 ------------
Check Total..........: 2682.73
053433 06/15/26 ATTM1 AT&T MOBILITY 1331.07 X05242026 CELL PH & COMM SVCS 4/26 INV#287019327302X05242026 053434 06/15/26 BMI01 BADGER METER, INC 968.32 80233770 WATER METER SVCS 4/26 053435 06/15/26 BRE04 BREADCRUMB CYBERSECURITY 1200.00 INV-10019 PD ZOOM BOMB INV (DATA COMPROMISE) 053436 06/15/26 BSK01 BSK ASSOCIATES 1831.09 AJ10487 WTP WATER SAMPLING 4/26 2651.40 AJ10488 WWTP WATER SAMPLING 4/26
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Check Total..........: 4482.49
053437 06/15/26 CMM01 CITRUS MINI-MART 957.47 4/26 PW GAS 4/26 REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 008 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053438 06/15/26 CWS01 CORBIN WILLITS SYSTEM 1183.10 000C51151 MOM SOFTWARE SVCS 12/25 053439 06/15/26 DAP01 DODSON AUTO PARTS 55.98 55169 PW ST SWP SUPPLIES 187.07 55195 PW VEH REPAIRS-VEH#108
91.85 55197 PW ST SWP TOOLS
22.78 55203 PW ST SWP SUPPLIES
173.35 55207 PW VEH REPAIRS
3.22 55209 PW TOOLS
193.27 55211 WWTP TOOLS
422.20 55214 WWTP SUPPLIES
35.62 55221 PW SUPPLIES
165.12 55238 PW VEH REPAIRS-VEH#280
223.05 55243 PW VEH REPAIRS
19.33 55245 PW EQUIP REPAIR SUPPLIES
------------
Check Total..........: 1592.84
053440 06/15/26 DPH02 DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC HEAL 12.10 385850 FUEL STORAGE&STATE OVERSIGHT FEES-WWTP FA00276455 053441 06/15/26 EOC01 TARGET EIGHT ADVISORY COU 200000.00 -21880-RI INV#PR-20251203-21880 FY25/26-PARTIAL PMT 053442 06/15/26 FCSFF FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFF 295.36 SO23565 PD PRISONER PROC FEES 3Q 25/26 053443 06/15/26 FEC02 FRESNO EQUIPMENT CO 475.47 567162 PW EQUIP REPAIRS 053444 06/15/26 FRE21 FRESNO-MADERA POLICE CHIE 400.00 1162 POLICE CHIEFS ASSN AN MBRSHP 2026 053445 06/15/26 GOL03 GOLDEN STATE PEST DEFENSE 495.00 50126 PEST CTRL SVCS 4/26 053446 06/15/26 GRA01 GRAINGER 341.68 904993038 PW GRAFFITI SUPPLIES INV#9904993038 053447 06/15/26 ICC02 INTERNATIONAL CODE COUNCI 170.00 .00041975 ICC MEMBERSHIP INV#Q15.00041975 053448 06/15/26 LOP27 LOPEZ, JUANA 700.00 050926 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 5/9/26 053449 06/15/26 MAG02 MAGALLANES, MARY 700.00 050226 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 5/2/26 053450 06/15/26 NBS01 NBS GOVERNMENT FINANCE 5500.00 2604-1766 PARCEL TAX FORMATION SVCS INV#202604-1766 053451 06/15/26 SJVA1 SAN JOAQUIN VALLEY AIR PO 155.00 C383437 PERMIT TO OP-WTP C8210 26/27 053452 06/15/26 SM004 STRATHMORE MACHINERY, INC 4115.60 58151 WWTP REPAIRS 1316.50 58154 WWTP REPAIRS
------------
Check Total..........: 5432.10
053453 06/15/26 USA01 USA BLUE BOOK 1447.77 V01018941 WTP WATER TREATMENT SUPPLIES REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 009 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053454 06/15/26 VAL12 VALLEY SOIL & FOREST 298.31 54250 WWTP SUPPLIES 053455 06/18/26 HES01 HOLLOWAY ENVIROMENTAL SOL 3020.94 S-3959-RI WWTP SLUDGE REMOVAL INV#INV-HES-3959-REISSUE 053456 06/18/26 2MV01 2MARKET VISUALS 1194.29 2600884 PD VEHICLE WRAP-UNIT#AC 053457 06/23/26 ALV16 ALVAREZ, MARIO 700.00 051626 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 5/16/26-M ALVAREZ 053458 06/23/26 MAR24 MARTINEZ, SHERYL 900.00 052326 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 5/23/26-S MARTINEZ 053459 06/23/26 ACS02 AMAZON CAPITAL SERVICES, 205.88 F1NC-T6XH SC OFFICE/KITCHEN SUPPLIES INV#1TH6-F1NC-T6XH 129.45 GJVD-KJHQ SC OFFICE SUPPLIES INV#1YKR-GJVD-KJHQ
26.96 HN9G-NXL3 SC KITCHEN SUPPLIES INV#1DHC-HN9G-NXL3
------------
Check Total..........: 362.29
053460 06/24/26 EOC01 TARGET EIGHT ADVISORY COU 402335.00 21880-RI2 INV#PR-20251203-21880 FY25/26-REMAINING BAL 053461 06/24/26 LBP01 LOGAN BROS PUMP & AG, INC 4152.33 DK260126 WTP REPAIRS 10037.06 DK260127 WTP REPAIRS
------------
Check Total..........: 14189.39
053462 06/25/26 HUB01 HUB INTERNATIONAL INSURAN 110090.00 4670053 TRAVELERS PROP INS 26/27 053463 06/26/26 EOC01 TARGET EIGHT ADVISORY COU 374241.00 204-21880 INV#PR-20251204-21880 FY25/26 053464 06/26/26 OCL02 ORANGE COVE LIQUOR 7463.19 PD 5/26 PD GAS 5/26 1723.54 PW 5/26 GAS 5/26
------------
Check Total..........: 9186.73
053465 06/30/26 HER24 HERNANDEZ, JUAN 700.00 053026 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 5/30/26-J HERNANDEZ 053466 06/30/26 PAC08 PACE SUPPLY CORP 45443.34 911312927 WATER METER ENDPOINT EQUIP 053467 06/30/26 UNI13 UNIQUELY YOUR, INC. 4521.78 7570 REC BASEBALL/SOFTBALL JERSEYS
56.41 7584 REC BASEBALL/SOFTBALL JERSEYS
------------
Check Total..........: 4578.19
053468 06/30/26 GIL01 GILBERT D GARCIA 52.01 052826 MILEAGE REIM-FRESNO COG 5/28/26-G GARCIA
52.01 062526 MILEAGE REIM-FRESNO COG 6/25/26-G GARCIA
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Check Total..........: 104.02
053474 06/30/26 SELF1 SELF-HELP ENTERPRISES 5457.66 ORA22RE21 22-CDBG-HA-10026 12/25 REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 010 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053474 06/30/26 SELF1 SELF-HELP ENTERPRISES 4352.52 ORA22RE22 22-CDBG-HA-10026 1/26 6004.16 ORA22RE23 22-CDBG-HA-10026 2/26
1517.59 ORA22RE24 22-CDBG-HA-10026 3/26
536.13 ORA23CH13 23-CALHOME-18025 12/25
763.28 ORA23CH14 23-CALHOME-1805 1/26
315.80 ORA23CH15 23-CALHOME-1805 2/26
1370.33 ORA23CH16 23-CALHOME-18025 3/26
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Check Total..........: 20317.47
053475 06/30/26 ACE01 A-C ELECTRIC CO. 516.00 65237 WTP SERVICE QUOTE 053476 06/30/26 ATTM2 FIRSTNET - AT&T MOBILITY 1099.61 05192026 PD CELL PHONES & MDT'S 4/26 1099.61 06192026 PD CELL PHONES & MDT'S 5/26
------------
Check Total..........: 2199.22
053477 06/30/26 BMI01 BADGER METER, INC 766.72 80237079 WATER METER SVCS 5/26 053478 06/30/26 CFI01 CALIFORNIA FORENSIC INSTI 400.00 OCPD004 PD BACKGROUND-S GARCILAZO 053479 06/30/26 DHM01 D H MACHINE INC. 64.74 53025 WWTP SUPPLIES 053480 06/30/26 DLC01 DINUBA LUMBER CO 176.80 1049399 PW TOOLS
44.90 1050976 WWTP TOOLS
48.80 1057794 WWTP SHOP SUPPLIES
23.27 1061572 CC SPRINKLER REPAIR SUPPLIES
------------
Check Total..........: 293.77
053481 06/30/26 FCSFF FRESNO COUNTY SHERIFF 14615.99 SO23651 PD DISPATCH & RMS/JMS SVCS 6/26 053482 06/30/26 GAR62 GARCILAZO, MARIA 700.00 041126 CC RENTAL DEP REFUND 4/11/26-M GARCILAZO 053483 06/30/26 GTI01 GAR BENNETT, LLC 807.55 1-209579 PW WEED CONTROL SUPPLIES 053484 06/30/26 INT06 INTERSTATE GAS SERVICES, 3646.18 7021933 WATER & SEWER RATE STUDIES 3/26 053485 06/30/26 ODC01 OVERHEAD DOOR CO. OF 388.50 72221 FD BLDG REPAIRS 053486 06/30/26 RL001 REEDLEY LUMBER CO. 85.06 391641 JANITORIAL SUPPLIES 053487 06/30/26 SEB01 SEBASTIAN 704.35 10870309 BLDG ALARM SVCS 6/26 053488 06/30/26 SUP03 SUPERIOR POOL PRODUCTS LL 1568.34 Q2035039 WTP WATER TREATMENT SOLUTIONS 053489 06/30/26 FWUA1 FRIANT WATER AUTHORITY 1917.00 000000016 FKC OM&R COST 11/25 INV#INV-000000016 REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 011 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053489 06/30/26 FWUA1 FRIANT WATER AUTHORITY 1917.00 000000192 FKC OM&R COST 1/26 INV#INV-000000192 4895.76 000000642 SLDMWA COST 5/26 INV#INV-000000642
5478.00 000000716 SLDMWA COST 6/26 INV#INV-000000716
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Check Total..........: 14207.76
053490 06/30/26 OCTS1 ORANGE COVE TIRE SERVICE 35.00 33274 PW VEH MAINT-VEH #230
55.00 33307 PW VEH MAINT-VEH #201
106.15 33855 PD VEH MAINT-UNIT#21-10
214.98 33878 AC SUPPLIES
128.15 33906 PD VEH MAINT-UNIT#23-12
86.24 33960 AC SUPPLIES
25.00 33974 PD VEH MAINT-UNIT#20-08
518.10 33975 PD VEH MAINT-UNIT#19-07
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Check Total..........: 1168.62
053491 06/30/26 PCE01 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERI 11105.76 33825 CIP GENERAL 640.00 33826 CIP TRANS/STREETS
90.00 33827 STORM WATER CIP
4426.25 33828 SHERIDAN PARK RENOV
3520.00 33829 SMALL COMM GRANT DWR
5170.00 33830 PARK BLVD CHIP SEAL
3710.00 33831 HSIP 11-7 INT IMP
9483.44 33832 ATP SB1 BIKE LANE
1563.75 33833 HSIP CY 12 STRIPING
9487.10 33834 PARK BLVD (EDA)
8650.40 33835 AMAYA APTS
470.00 33836 MACIAS TRACT 6289
10555.00 33837 SEQUOIA VIEW PARK
6552.50 33838 AMAYA APTS STI & TRA
3548.75 33839 SHERIDAN PARKING
590.00 33840 SS4A
172.50 33841 STBG RR TO ANCHOR
1926.25 33842 STBG RR TO ANCHOR
1821.25 33843 CMAQ FY25/26 SIDEWALK RR TO 5TH
1821.25 33844 CMAQ FY25/26 SIDEWALK RR TO HILLS VALLEY
90.00 33845 405 5TH ST TPM 2026-01
420.00 33846 TRANSFER TO A&M
5632.50 34035 SHERIDAN PARK RENOV
6050.00 34036 SMALL COMM GRANT DWR
510.00 34037 CIP TRANS/STREETS
7536.87 34038 CIP GENERAL
6574.40 34039 PARK BLVD (EDA)
180.00 34040 CIP WATER/WTP
3049.35 34041 AMAYA APTS
10202.50 34042 SEQUOIA VIEW PARK
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 012 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 053491 06/30/26 PCE01 PRECISION CIVIL ENGINEERI 2680.00 34043 MACIAS TRACT 6289 3990.25 34044 AMAYA APTS STI & TRA
1842.50 34045 HSIP 11-7 INT IMP
3888.75 34046 ATP SB1 BIKE LANE
1443.75 34047 PARK BLVD CHIP SEAL
5982.50 34048 SHERIDAN PARKING
785.00 34049 HSIP CY 12 STRIPING
1811.25 34050 I STREET SUB DIVISION
1000.00 34053 405 5TH ST TPM 2026-01
620.00 34054 TRANSFER TO A&M
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Check Total..........: 149593.82
CP0037 06/15/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE 15065.92 018312246H CALPERS UAL 917 INST INV#100000018312246 CP0038 06/15/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE 1361.75 018312256H CALPERS UAL 25857 6/26 INV#100000018312256 CP0039 06/15/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE 306.08 018312263H CALPERS UAL 27425 6/26 INST INV#100000018312263 U-0526 06/30/26 USB01 U.S. BANK 13759.85 U-0526H MAY 2026 CREDIT CARD ------------
Cash Account Total......: 2161784.60
REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 013 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1015 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- GM0626 06/17/26 GMF01 GM FINANCIAL 696.73 8779-0626H CM VEHICLE LEASE 6/26 ------------
Cash Account Total......: 696.73
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Total Disbursements.....: 2162481.33
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REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 014 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report - Payroll Vendor Payment(s) ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 702381 06/10/26 EDD01 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOP. DEPT. 3120.88 C60609 State Income Tax 1623.56 1C60609 SDI
142.14 2C60609 SUI
------------
Check Total..........: 4886.58
702382 06/10/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE 20765.38 C60609 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE 702383 06/10/26 PER01 P.E.R.S. FOR THE 457 350.00 C60609 457 Plan 702384 06/10/26 SEC00 UNION BANK 8474.52 C60609 Federal Income Tax 15486.54 1C60609 Social Security
3621.86 2C60609 Medicare
------------
Check Total..........: 27582.92
702385 06/10/26 STA20 STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT 807.69 C60609 Garnishment 702387 06/19/26 EDD01 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOP. DEPT. 4.92 C60619 State Income Tax
27.54 1C60619 SDI
------------
Check Total..........: 32.46
702388 06/19/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE .00 C60619 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE 702389 06/19/26 SEC00 UNION BANK .00 C60619 Federal Income Tax 262.64 1C60619 Social Security
61.42 2C60619 Medicare
------------
Check Total..........: 324.06
702396 06/29/26 EDD01 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOP. DEPT. 2847.36 C60622 State Income Tax 446.50 C60625 State Income Tax
1562.90 1C60622 SDI
88.32 1C60625 SDI
142.62 2C60622 SUI
22.46 2C60625 SUI
------------
Check Total..........: 5110.16
702397 06/29/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE 20505.31 C60622 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE .00 C60625 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE
------------
Check Total..........: 20505.31
702398 06/29/26 PER01 P.E.R.S. FOR THE 457 350.00 C60622 457 Plan 702399 06/29/26 SEC00 UNION BANK 7544.97 C60622 Federal Income Tax REPORT.: Jul 15 26 Wednesday CITY OF ORANGE COVE PAGE: 015 RUN....: Jul 15 26 Time: 15:16 Cash Disbursement Detail Report - Payroll Vendor Payment(s) ID #: PY-DP Run By.: Sophia Sepulveda Check Listing for 06-26 thru 06-26 Bank Account.: 1010 CTL.: ORA Check Check Vendor Net
Number Date Number Name Amount Invoice # Description
------ -------- ------ ------------------------- ------------ ------------ --------------------------------------------------- 702399 06/29/26 SEC00 UNION BANK 1109.74 C60625 Federal Income Tax 14907.84 1C60622 Social Security
842.54 1C60625 Social Security
3486.52 2C60622 Medicare
197.06 2C60625 Medicare
------------
Check Total..........: 28088.67
702400 06/29/26 STA20 STATE DISBURSEMENT UNIT 807.69 C60622 Garnishment 702403 06/30/26 EDD01 EMPLOYMENT DEVELOP. DEPT. 1640.66 C60629 State Income Tax
15.70 C60630 State Income Tax
212.94 1C60629 SDI
22.99 1C60630 SDI
------------
Check Total..........: 1892.29
702404 06/30/26 PER00 CALIF.PUBLIC EMPLOYEES RE -233.14 C60629 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE 233.14 C60630 PERS PAYROLL REMITTANCE
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Check Total..........: .00
702405 06/30/26 SEC00 UNION BANK 4869.73 C60629 Federal Income Tax .00 C60630 Federal Income Tax
2031.06 1C60629 Social Security
219.28 1C60630 Social Security
475.02 2C60629 Medicare
51.28 2C60630 Medicare
------------
Check Total..........: 7646.37
------------
Cash Account Total......: 119149.58
------------
Total Disbursements.....: 119149.58
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For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Orange Cove City Council
From: Megan Crouch, City Attorney
Subject: Discussion and Direction Regarding Cash Prize Bingo at the Senior Center
Attachments: None
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the Council discuss and provide direction to staff regarding Cash Prize Bingo at the Senior Center.
BACKGROUND:
Currently, the City does not allow cash prize Bingo to be played at the Senior Center.
California law allows Bingo to be played for cash prizes in a local jurisdiction as long as that local jurisdiction has a Municipal Code allowing those to do so and very specific requirements are met. Orange Cove currently does have a municipal code; however, it is very minimal. There are very specific requirements for a Bingo game to be played; therefore, our Municipal Code should reflect those requirements before allowing Bingo.
Before we amend the Municipal Code, staff would like direction from Council on whether they wish to establish a Bingo License process. This would allow Bingo to be played for cash prizes at the Senior Center as long as the specific state requirements are followed.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
Prepared by: Megan Crouch, City Attorney Approved by: Megan Crouch REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager:
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Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______
TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO ACTION Consent
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Continued to: __________
For the Council Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
1 TO: Orange Cove City Council
FROM: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
SUBJECT: Approve Resolution No. 2026-28, submitting to the voters of the City of Orange Cove, at the next General Election to be held November 3, 2026, a Ballot Measure proposing a Special Tax for Police Services, Recreation Services, and Park Maintenance.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution No. 2026-28
Ordinance No. 403
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-28, submitting to the voters of the City of Orange Cove, at the next General Election to be held November 3, 2026, a ballot measure proposing a special tax for police services, recreation services, and park maintenance. Resolution No. 2026-28 amends Resolution No. 2026-12 to revise the ballot measure language to comply with the applicable word count limit and to incorporate additional language within the body of the resolution.
BACKGROUND:
The City is evaluating long-term and sustainable funding mechanisms to support public facilities and services. Voters rejected the prior special tax measure supporting police and fire services during the March 2024 election and the associated tax sunset in November 2024.
Since the previous measure expired, the City has experienced ongoing financial constraints that affect the delivery of essential municipal services. The Orange Cove Police Department continues to provide critical public safety services; however, General Fund revenues are insufficient to maintain staffing levels necessary to support the City’s policing needs.
Additionally, the City’s Recreation and Park Maintenance programs have experienced reduced funding levels, impacting recreational programming, park upkeep, and maintenance of public facilities utilized by residents throughout the community.
On January 14, 2026, the council agreed to move forward with a parcel tax. On April 22, 2026, the City Council directed staff to prepare the necessary resolution and ballot language for placement on the November 3, 2026, General Municipal Election ballot. It 2 directed that a Citizens’ Oversight Committee be established if voters approve the measure.
The following proposed measure will generate approximately $460,907 annually to fund police, recreation, and park maintenance services where 70% of the special tax proceeds shall be used for police services, shall the measure levying $125/unit for single family homes and $140/unit for multifamily, $800/acre for non-residential, and $400/acre for undeveloped parcels
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
If approved by voters, the measure is estimated to generate approximately $460,907 annually in special tax revenue dedicated to Police, Recreation, and Park Maintenance Services.
Prepared by: Cynthia Cisneros Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO ACTION Consent
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1 ORDINANCE NO. 403
AN ORDINANCE OF THE CITY OF ORANGE COVE, CALIFORNIA AMENDING THE ORANGE COVE MUNICIPAL CODE BY AMENDING CHAPTER 3.34 OF TITLE 3 BY
EXPANDING THE SPECIAL PARCEL TAX FOR POLICE, PARK, AND RECREATION
SERVICES AND ADJUSTING THE SPECIAL TAX RATES THERETO
The people of the City of Orange Cove do ordain as follows:
SECTION 1: The title of Chapter 3.34 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended as follows:
CHAPTER 3.34 – POLICE, PARK, AND RECREATION SERVICES SPECIAL
PARCEL TAX
SECTION 2: Section 3.34.010 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.010 – Imposition of police, park and recreation services special parcel tax.
A special tax to fund police and recreation services and park maintenance is hereby imposed on every parcel of land in the City of Orange Cove. The tax shall be imposed each fiscal year in the amounts permitted by this chapter. The tax imposed by this chapter shall be a tax upon each parcel of property within the city and the tax shall not be measured by the value of the property.
SECTION 3: Section 3.34.020 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.020 – Maximum tax amounts.
The maximum annual amount of the tax imposed on each parcel pursuant to this chapter shall be determined as follows:
1. A tax of one hundred twenty-five dollars ($125.00) shall be imposed on each singlefamily residential parcel within the city. A “single-family residential parcel” shall mean a parcel zoned to accommodate single-family residences.
2. A tax of one hundred forty dollars ($140.00) shall be imposed on each multi-family residential unit within the city. A “multi-family residential unit” shall mean a building or portion of a building designed for or occupied by one family which is part of a multifamily residential unit parcel. A “multi-family residential unit parcel” shall mean a parcel zoned for a building or those portions thereof that accommodate or is intended to accommodate two or more residential units.
3. A tax of eight hundred dollars ($800.00) per acre shall be imposed on each nonresidential parcel within the city. A “non-residential parcel” shall mean any parcel that is 2 not zoned for single-family or multi-family residences, but rather is zoned for commercial, light manufacturing, heavy manufacturing, or agricultural purposes.
4. A tax of four hundred dollars ($400.00) per acre shall be imposed on each undeveloped parcel within the city. An “undeveloped parcel” shall mean any parcel that lacks manmade structures, significant physical alterations, or functional utility connections and is vacant.
5. All taxes imposed on each parcel pursuant to this chapter shall be subject to an automatic annual inflation of three percent (3.00%).
SECTION 4: Section 3.34.030 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.030 – Exemptions.
1. Parcels owned by the city, federal or state government or any other public agency and parcels owned by any public or private entity that are specifically exempted from a parcel tax enacted as a special tax under applicable state or federal statute or regulation shall be exempt from the imposition of the special parcel tax set forth in this chapter.
2. Property owners claiming an exemption under subsection (A) above shall file proof of exemption on a form prescribed by the city manager prior to March 31 prior to the first fiscal year for which the exemption is sought.
SECTION 5: Section 3.34.040 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.040 – Administrative determinations; appeal procedures.
1. The records of the Fresno County Assessor as of March 1 of each year shall be used to determine each parcel for the calculation of the tax applicable to that parcel in the following fiscal year.
2. The city manager, or his or her authorized designee, shall administer the special parcel tax under this chapter.
3. Appeals of any determination of the city manager shall be submitted in writing to the city clerk within thirty (30) days of the date of the notice of the determination. The city council shall consider the appeal and issue a decision to the appellant in writing no later than June 30 of the fiscal year prior to the imposition of the tax.
SECTION 6: Section 3.34.050 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.050 – Accountability measures.
1. Independent Oversight Committee. The city council shall establish an independent oversight committee to review the annual report, as described below, on issues relating to the use of the special tax proceeds set forth in this chapter. The oversight committee will 3 independently review the use and expenditure of the tax proceeds and shall present an annual report to the city council.
a. The oversight committee shall consist of five members, each shall be a resident of the City of Orange Cove, who shall serve without compensation. The members shall be nominated by the city manager following a review of their qualifications and appointed by city council approval.
b. Members shall serve two-year terms, and each member shall serve until a successor is duly appointed and confirmed. Members are limited to a maximum of two consecutive terms. The expiration date of all terms shall be May 1. Any vacancy shall be filled for the remainder of the unexpired term. The oversight committee shall select a chair from among its members annually. The chair will serve a one-year term with the option of reappointment for an additional one-year term.
c. The oversight committee shall meet at least twice annually with additional meetings convened as necessary and as determined by the chair, and shall set an attendance policy for its members.
2. Annual Review Report. An annual review report shall be prepared by the oversight committee with support from the city manager, or his designee, setting forth the amount of revenues received under the special tax and the amount and purpose of disbursements.
The purpose is to assure accountability and the proper disbursement of the proceeds of the special tax. The annual review report shall be presented to the city council not later than January 31 following each fiscal year in which the tax is collected. The annual review report shall be filed with and maintained in the city clerk's office.
SECTION 7: Section 3.34.060 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.060 – Collection with property taxes.
The special tax imposed by this chapter shall be due in the same manner, on the same dates, and subject to the same penalties and interest as established by law for other charges and taxes fixed and collected by the County of Fresno on behalf of the City of Orange Cove. The special tax imposed by this chapter, together with all penalties and interest thereon, shall constitute a lien upon the parcel upon which it is levied until it has been paid, and shall constitute a personal obligation of the owners of the parcel on the date the tax is due.
SECTION 8: Section 3.34.070 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code is hereby amended to read as follows:
3.34.070 – Term.
The special tax adopted under this chapter shall continue indefinitely, until otherwise appealed by the electorate of the City of Orange Cove.
4 SECTION 9: If any section or portion of this Ordinance is found to be invalid by a court of competent jurisdiction, such finding shall not affect the validity of the remainder of the Ordinance, which shall continue in full force and effect, and to that extent, the provisions of this Ordinance are severable.
SECTION 10: The City hereby determines that this Ordinance is not in-and-of-itself a “project” pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act, Public Resources Code section 21000 et seq., including without limitation CEQA Guidelines 15378(b)(4) and 15061(b)(3), as it can be seen with certainty that there is no possibility that the adoption of the ordinance itself may have a significant effect on the environment.
SECTION 11: Following certification that the eligible voters of the City of Orange Cove has approved this Ordinance, the Mayor shall sign it attesting to its adoption by the People voting thereon at the November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election, and the City Clerk shall cause the same to be entered in the book of original ordinance ordinances of said City; and shall cause the same, or a summary thereof, to be published as required by law.
This Ordinance shall take effect only if approved by two-thirds of the eligible voters of the City of Orange Cove voting at the General Municipal Election to be held on November 3, 2026. Pursuant to California Elections Code section 9217, this Ordinance shall be deemed valid and binding and shall be considered as adopted upon the date that the vote is declared by the City Council and shall take effect ten (10) days after that date.
This Ordinance was approved and adopted by the People of the City of Orange Cove at the City’s November 3, 2026 General Municipal Election.
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APPROVED
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Gilbert Garcia, Mayor
ATTEST: :
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Cynthia Cisneros, City Clerk
For the Special Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Orange Cove City Council
From: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
Subject: Appointment to Fill Temporary City Council Seat Vacancy Attachments: None
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council, at its July 22, 2026, meeting, select one qualified candidate from among the three applicants interviewed on June 10, 2026, to serve as a temporary City Council Member until the vacancy is filled at the General Election on November 3, 2026. The selected candidate will be appointed at this meeting and will take the Oath of Office at the Regular City Council Meeting on Wednesday, August 12, 2026.
BACKGROUND:
A vacancy currently exists for the City Council. Pursuant to applicable state law and the City's Municipal Code, the City Council may fill the vacancy by appointment until the next regularly scheduled election at which the office can be filled by the voters.
To facilitate the appointment process, the City accepted applications from eligible residents interested in serving on the City Council. The application period closed on June 5, 2026, and applications received by the deadline were provided to the City Council for review.
At the June 10, 2026, meeting, the three applicants present were provided an opportunity to interview before the City Council. Following the interviews, the City Council deliberated but did not appoint an applicant at that time. The City Council has since determined to move forward with the appointment process, and staff recommends that the City Council select one qualified candidate from among the three applicants interviewed on June 10, 2026, to serve as a temporary City Council Member until the vacancy is filled at the General Election on November 3, 2026.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
Prepared by: Cynthia Cisneros Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO ACTION Consent
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For the Special Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
To: Orange Cove City Council
From: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
Subject: Appointment of a Council Member to serve as Mayor Pro Tem Attachments: None
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the Appointment of a Council Member to serve as Mayor Pro Tem.
BACKGROUND:
The City Council currently consists of a Mayor and three Council Members.
The Mayor Pro Tem serves in the absence or disability of the Mayor and performs the duties of the Mayor's office until the Mayor can resume those duties. The position does not carry additional compensation unless otherwise provided by ordinance or resolution.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
Prepared by: Cynthia Cisneros Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO ACTION Consent
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For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
TO: Orange Cove City Council
FROM: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2026-25 acceptance of a California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) Award 31800, and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute the Grant Agreement and Related Documents
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution No. 2026-25, Grant Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-25: (1) accepting the grant award of $148,836.00 from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP), Award No. 31800; (2) authorizing the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement and any related documents, amendments, or certifications necessary to administer the grant; and (3) authorizing the appropriation of grant revenues and expenditures consistent with the approved budget.
BACKGROUND:
The California Highway Patrol administers the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP), which is funded pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B) and supports local education and enforcement projects that address alcohol and drug-impaired driving. The City of Orange Cove submitted a grant application for FY26/27 CTFGP Education funding to support a community-based impaired driving prevention project, and CHP has awarded the City Grant Award No. 31800 in the amount of $148,836.00 for the performance period of July 1, 2026 through June 30, 2027.
The grant will fund “Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026,” a communitybased education project designed to reduce alcohol and drug-impaired driving among families, high school students, and adults in Orange Cove and the surrounding rural, unincorporated areas of Fresno County. The City will partner with Rural Development Centers (RDC), which will lead day-to-day implementation, including bilingual (English/Spanish) programming, and will contribute in-kind staff time, facilities, and community networks. Three goals of the education project are listed below:
- Goal 1 – Shift Public Perceptions on Impaired Driving: Ten monthly community awareness events using Fatal Vision Goggles and an electric golf cart to simulate impairment, targeting at least 1,000 residents engaged annually and a 15% increase in knowledge of impaired driving risks.
- Goal 2 – Expand Local Resources for Impaired Driving Education: Four quarterly bilingual workshops for parents and high school students, targeting at least 200 parents and 400 students reached annually.
- Goal 3 – Build a Lasting Culture of Prevention: A youth-led peer mentoring program training at least 30 high school students annually to mentor at least 100 younger students on safe driving behaviors.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None to the General Fund. This action accepts $148,836.00 in grant revenue from CHP and appropriates a corresponding amount for Project expenditures over the performance period (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027). No City matching funds are required; Rural Development Centers will provide in-kind contributions as described in the Grant Agreement. The approved budget is summarized below:
Cost Category Total Cost to
Grant
Other Direct Costs – Education/Outreach Materials & Supplies $17,400.00 Personnel – Monthly Community Awareness Events (City Manager) $5,000.00 Equipment – Electric Golf Cart & Trailer $31,000.00
Consultants/Contracts – PSA, Billboards, and RDC Services (Peer Mentoring, Workshops, Community Events, Travel) $95,436.00
Grant Total $148,836.00
Prepared by: Jennifer Hernandez Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-25
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE COVE
ACCEPTING A GRANT AWARD FROM THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (AWARD NO. 31800), AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE GRANT AGREEMENT AND RELATED
DOCUMENTS, AND APPROPRIATING RELATED FUNDS
WHEREAS, the California Highway Patrol (“CHP”) administers the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (“CTFGP”), which is funded pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B) to support local projects that mitigate alcohol and drug-impaired driving; and
WHEREAS, the City of Orange Cove (“City”) submitted a grant application to CHP for FY26/27 CTFGP Education funding to implement a community-based impaired driving prevention and education project; and
WHEREAS, CHP has awarded the City Grant Agreement Award No. 31800, entitled “FY26/27 CTFGP Education – City of Orange Cove,” in an amount not to exceed $148,836.00, for the Project performance period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; and WHEREAS, the awarded funds will support “Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026,” a bilingual community education project to be implemented in partnership with Rural Development Centers (RDC), including monthly community awareness events, quarterly educational workshops, and a youth-led peer mentoring program, as more particularly described in Schedule A to the Grant Agreement; and
WHEREAS, no City General Fund matching contribution is required as a condition of the grant; and
WHEREAS, the Grant Agreement requires that, as a public agency, the City provide CHP with a copy of a resolution of its governing body authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to accept the grant award and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement and administer the Project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Orange Cove as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
2. The City Council hereby accepts the grant award from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program, Award No. 31800, in an amount not to exceed $148,836.00, for the performance period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
3. The City Manager, or their designee, is hereby authorized to execute the Grant Agreement (Award No. 31800) and any subsequent amendments, certifications, assurances, or other documents necessary or convenient to accept, implement, and administer the grant, on behalf of the City.
4. The City Manager, or their designee, is hereby designated as the City's authorized financial contact to receive reimbursement payments under the Grant Agreement and is authorized to submit progress, performance, reimbursement, and final reports as required by the Grant Agreement.
5. The City's Finance Department is hereby authorized to appropriate grant revenues of $148,836.00 and corresponding expenditures for the Project in accordance with the approved budget set forth in Schedule B and Schedule B-1 of the Grant Agreement.
6. The City Clerk is directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit, as required under the Grant Agreement.
7. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 22nd day of July 2026, at a regular meeting of the Orange Cove City Council by the following vote:
AYES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Approved:
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Gilbert Garcia
Mayor
Attest:
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Cynthia Cisneros
City Clerk
State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
31800 ________________________________________________________________
1. GRANT TITLE
FY26/27 CTFGP Education – City of Orange Cove
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
City of Orange Cove
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
City of Orange Cove
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2026 To: 06/30/2027
5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Education grants shall be in direct support of grant-funded Project activities. Education Projects shall focus on local community-based activities that shift public perspectives and expand the number of activities utilized to help mitigate alcohol and drug-impaired driving. Projects should showcase unique approaches that educate local communities on impaired driving laws, while highlighting the dangers of driving under the influence of alcohol and/or drugs (DUI/DUID).
7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $148,836.00
8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00-1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.
The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
• Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
• Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.
9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Samuel Escobar
Title: City Manager
Phone: 559-626-4488
Address: 633 Sixth Street
Orange Cove, California 93646
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Elliotte Johnson Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
10. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Samuel Escobar
Title: City Manager
Phone: 559-626-4488
Address: 633 Sixth Street
Orange Cove, California 93646
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
A. EXECUTION
1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.
2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to either: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment to reduce the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the Grant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.
4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed to provide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.
5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.
B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other required reports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.
2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.
4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of the purchased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.
Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Projectrelated purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.
5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e-mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
C. PROJECT TERMINATION
1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.
a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law. b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.
2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.
4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.
D. FINANCIAL RECORDS
1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.
E. HOLD HARMLESS
1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
F. NONDISCRIMINATION
1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employmentrelated leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.) G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.
ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace. iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs. iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations. c. Every employee who works on the Project will:
i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement. ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.
2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:
a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
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J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION
1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).
K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION
1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
L. STATE LOBBYING
1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.
M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES
1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:
a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein. c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California taxexempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.
d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.
N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION
1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution.
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O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE
1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency with delegated signing authority.
2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior to approval of said Amendment.
P. RESOLUTION
1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.
Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204
1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.
R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM
1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.
S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering services or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.
2. Current State Employees:
a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.
b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.
3. Former State Employees:
a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant to this Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency. b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agency in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.
4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with
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participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.
5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.
6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.
7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.
8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.
T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS
1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.
2. Law Enforcement Projects:
a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.
At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.
Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.
b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement.
Schedule A
City of Orange Cove
The Grantor determined awards and adjustments based on the Project’s merit, operational scale, compliance with the Request for Application (RFA), and program regulations. Certain activities or budget items proposed in Schedule A may have been deemed ineligible for funding. The final, binding list of authorized activities and expenses is set forth in Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate.
Project Description
The project is a community-based initiative to prevent alcohol and drug-impaired driving in Orange Cove and surrounding rural communities. The project will raise awareness, shift public attitudes, and promote safer driving behaviors by engaging families, high school students, and adults in interactive, hands-on prevention activities.
Participants will experience simulated impairment using Fatal Vision Goggles and electric golf carts to demonstrate the effects of alcohol and drugs on coordination, reaction time, and decision-making—skills essential for safe driving. These realistic activities highlight the consequences of impaired driving while reinforcing personal responsibility and healthy choices.
All resources and workshops will be offered in English and Spanish. The project specifically addresses the needs of rural and unincorporated areas, where prevention education is often limited. Monthly community events, school-based activities, educational workshops and peer mentoring will encourage peer-to-peer dialogue, promote safe alternatives to impaired driving, strengthen shared accountability and promote healthy communication.
In partnership with the City of Orange Cove, Rural Development Centers (RDC) will lead implementation.
With more than 15 years of combined experience in alcohol and other drug prevention, RDC has delivered culturally responsive workshops focused on underage drinking and impaired driving in rural communities.
Strong partnerships with schools, city leaders, law enforcement, and community organizations position RDC to deliver effective, community-driven programming that advances public safety and supports lasting behavior change.
Problem Statement
Problem Statement:
In the City of Orange Cove and its surrounding unincorporated areas, impaired driving poses significant public safety risks, particularly among Hispanic adults, including high school students from rural communities.
Recent data highlights a troubling increase in alcohol and drug-related incidents involving young and adult drivers, with local law enforcement reporting a rise in impaired driving offenses and accidents within communities in Fresno County. Moreover, many residents, particularly in rural areas, lack sufficient awareness about the dangers of impaired driving and the legal consequences of such behavior. This lack of education and resources leaves a gap in preventative measures, and the consequences of impaired driving continue to threaten the safety and well-being of individuals, families, and the community at large.
Proposed Solution:
To address this critical issue, Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 aims to raise awareness and educate the community on the dangers of alcohol and drug-impaired driving. This project will engage families, high school students, and adults in interactive and immersive educational activities that vividly demonstrate the impairments caused by alcohol and drug use, such as motor coordination, decisionmaking, and reaction times. Through tools like the Fatal Vision Goggles and electric golf carts, participants will experience firsthand the debilitating effects of intoxication while simulating real life driving scenarios.
The project will also offer educational workshops and peer mentoring to foster collaboration among adults, high school students, and community leaders. These workshops will focus on identifying signs of substance abuse, addressing impaired driving behaviors, and promoting safe, alcohol- and drug-free alternatives for youth and adults. By partnering with local schools, law enforcement agencies, and other community groups, Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 will ensure a unified, sustained approach to combating impaired driving, leading to long-term positive change in the community.
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Targeted Communities:
The project will serve families, high school students, and adults in the City of Orange Cove and surrounding rural and unincorporated areas, ensuring that those with limited access to resources are reached through bilingual (English and Spanish) services. Impaired driving due to substance abuse remains a critical issue across the United States, California and in Fresno County rural communities including the City of Orange Cove and its surrounding unincorporated areas.
National Statistics:
Adults:
• Prevalence: In 2020, approximately 1.2% of adults reported driving after consuming too much alcohol in the past 30 days, resulting in an estimated 127 million episodes of alcohol-impaired driving among U.S. adults. cdc.gov
• Fatalities: In 2022, alcohol-impaired driving fatalities accounted for 32% of all traffic-related deaths in the U.S., with 13,524 people killed in these preventable crashes. nhtsa.gov High School Students:
• Driving After Drinking: A study of 11th-grade students found that 12.5% reported driving while intoxicated (DWI) in the past month, and 23.9% reported riding with an impaired driver in the past year. pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov
• Fatalities: In 2022, 30% of young drivers aged 15-20 who were killed in traffic crashes had blood alcohol concentrations (BACs) of .01 grams per deciliter (g/dL) or higher; 25% had BACs of .08 g/dL or higher
Statewide Statistics:
• Alcohol-Involved Fatalities: In 2022, California experienced a 16% increase in alcohol-involved tra fic fatalities, with 1,370 deaths, accounting for nearly a third (32%) of all traffic deaths in the state. nhtsa.gov
• In 2021, California experienced a 16% increase in alcohol-involved traffic fatalities, with 1,370 deaths, accounting for nearly a third (32%) of all traffic deaths in the state. ots.ca.gov • Drug-Involved Fatalities: In 2020, drug-involved crash fatalities rose by 28.9%, highlighting a significant increase in impaired driving incidents related to substance abuse. qr.dmv.ca.gov Fresno County DUI Statistics:
• 2024 Data: As of October 2024, Fresno County District Attorney Lisa Smittcamp reported filing 3,556 misdemeanor and 232 felony DUI cases, marking a significant increase from previous years. gvwire.com
• 2023 Data: In 2023, the county recorded 4,840 misdemeanor and 308 felony DUI cases, indicating a rising trend in impaired driving incidents. gvwire.com
• 2022 Data: The year 2022 saw 3,892 misdemeanor and 270 felony DUI cases filed, reflecting a steady increase in DUI offenses over the past few years. gvwire.com Performance Measures/Scope of Work (Proposed Solution)
Project Goals and Objectives for "Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026" Each of the proposed three (3) goals and objectives is designed to build a comprehensive, community-driven project to address impaired driving caused by substance abuse. By combining education, collaboration, direct intervention, and empowerment, the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 project will make a significant impact in reducing impaired driving incidents, improving public safety, and fostering a culture of prevention in the City of Orange Cove (Fresno County) and its surrounding rural areas. The inclusion of quantitative measures ensures that the project's effectiveness is monitored and continually improved, ensuring long-term success.
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Goal 1: Shift Public Perceptions on Impaired Driving
Objective: Create community-based activities that engage local residents in the discussion about impaired driving, shifting the public perspective on the dangers of alcohol and drug use. • Activity: Host monthly community awareness, ten (10), events in the City of Orange Cove at the educational training center and surrounding unincorporated areas (elementary/middle schools, Orange Cove High School and community centers) featuring interactive demonstrations such as Fatal Vision Goggles and electric golf carts to simulate driving under the influence.
• Timeline: ten (10) monthly, one per month, events within the project timeline (12 months). • Quantitative Measurement: At least 1,000 community members engaged annually, with a targeted 15% increase in community knowledge about impaired driving risks by the end of the project year (based on preand post-event surveys). • Justification: Interactive, immersive experiences will directly challenge participants' perceptions of impaired driving. Demonstrating real-life consequences through hands-on experiences makes the issue tangible, encouraging personal responsibility and changing attitudes toward underage drinking and impaired driving.
At each of the ten community events, messaging will be centered around the theme:
“Eyes Wide Open: Recognize the Risks. Respect the Law. Choose Safety.” The following key messages will be consistently communicated through presentations, visual displays, handson simulations, bilingual materials, and live discussions:
1. Impaired Driving is Illegal and Dangerous
• Explain California’s laws on impaired driving, including:
• Legal blood alcohol concentration (BAC) limits (e.g., 0.08% for adults; zero tolerance for underage drivers).
• Consequences of driving under the influence of alcohol, cannabis, prescription drugs, and other controlled substances.
• Penalties: fines, license suspension, jail time, and criminal records. • Emphasize that driving under the influence includes all impairing substances, not just alcohol.
2. Cannabis and Cannabis Product Use is Not a "Safer" Alternative • Correct common misconceptions, especially among youth and young adults, that cannabis impairs driving less than alcohol.
• Present evidence showing cannabis significantly affects motor coordination, reaction time, and decision-making.
• Discuss the legal and safety risks of combining cannabis and alcohol use while driving.
3. Real-Life Consequences
• Use interactive tools like Fatal Vision Goggles and electric golf cart to simulate impairment and its impact on driving ability.
• Share testimonials, case studies, or stories (where appropriate) of individuals and families impacted by impaired driving.
• Include visual displays such as wrecked vehicles or “memorial walls” honoring lives lost to DUIrelated crashes.
4. Prevention is a Community Responsibility
• Encourage peer-to-peer accountability and youth leadership in promoting safe behavior. • Provide practical strategies: designated drivers, use of ride-share services, refusal skills, and safe party practices.
• Highlight how local community members can get involved in prevention efforts.
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5. Bilingual, Inclusive Communication
• All messaging will be delivered in both English and Spanish to ensure accessibility for all community members.
• Culturally relevant examples and scenarios will be used to resonate with the values and lived experiences of rural and immigrant families.
Educational Benefit to the Public
These community awareness events will offer the public direct, experiential learning that traditional lectures or brochures often fail to deliver. Benefits include:
• Increased Legal Awareness: Participants leave with a clearer understanding of DUI laws, including how they apply to underage drivers and users of legal cannabis. • Behavioral Impact: Hands-on simulations create powerful, lasting impressions that challenge denial or complacency around impaired driving.
• Informed Decision-Making: By educating residents on the real risks—not just legal consequences, but physical and emotional tolls—attendees are better equipped to make safer choices. • Community Cohesion: By uniting families, youth, and local leaders around a common goal, the project fosters a shared commitment to safer roads and healthier behaviors.
Educational Materials to Be Distributed
1. Bilingual Informational Brochures and Fact Sheets
• Content Focus:
• California DUI laws and consequences (for alcohol, cannabis, and other substances) • Dangers and effects of driving under the influence
• Signs of substance use among youth and adults
• Safe alternatives to impaired driving (designated drivers, ride shares, public transportation) • Languages: English and Spanish
• Distribution: During community events, workshops, school partnerships, and at local businesses and city offices
2. Parent and Caregiver Resource Guides
• Content Focus:
• Tips for starting conversations about alcohol and drug use with youth • Strategies for setting healthy boundaries and expectations • Recognizing behavioral changes and signs of underage drinking or drug use • Format: Printed guides and downloadable PDFs
• Distribution: At parent workshops, school events, and family outreach sessions
3. Youth-Focused Prevention Handouts
• Content Focus:
• Peer pressure resistance strategies
• Myths vs. facts about cannabis and alcohol
• The impact of impaired driving on futures and families • Formats: Illustrated flyers, “pledge cards,” and QR code-linked digital materials • Distribution: At high school activities, peer mentoring events, and youth leadership sessions
4. Event-Specific Pre- and Post-Survey Tools
• Content Focus:
• Assess participants' knowledge, attitudes, and behavioral intentions before and after each event
• Includes educational messaging that can serve as a learning takeaway • Format: Paper-based and digital formats (tablets/kiosks)
5. Visual and Interactive Materials
• Content Focus:
• Banners, posters, and infographics showing impairment effects and crash data • Visual comparisons of “sober vs. impaired” decision-making and motor responses • Usage: Displayed prominently at community events and distributed as take-home materials Schedule A
6. Local Resource Cards
• Content Focus:
• Hotline numbers, local counseling services, and prevention organizations • City and county programs that offer support for families and at-risk youth • Distribution: Accompanying all outreach materials
Purpose and Value of Distributed Materials
These educational resources will:
• Reinforce key messages from in-person simulations and discussions • Provide ongoing reference materials that families can revisit after events • Promote community connections to local services and support networks • Ensure inclusivity by offering culturally appropriate, bilingual content While the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program will cover the core operational and material costs of the monthly community awareness events, RDC will play a critical role by offering in-kind resources, staff expertise, and community infrastructure to support and enrich the project. This collaborative funding model ensures that the program remains cost-effective, community-rooted, and sustainable, even beyond the grant period.
In-Kind Contributions Provided by Rural Development Centers (RDC) RDC will provide substantial in-kind support to complement the grant funds, demonstrating community investment and leveraging existing expertise:
1. Use of RDC-Owned Resources
• Office space, technology (laptops, printers), and utilities used for program administration • Use of RDC-owned training materials and educational toolkits (outside of grant-funded items)
2. Volunteer and Community Network Support
• Mobilization of local volunteers, peer leaders, and community partners • Support from RDC’s long-standing relationships with schools, city government, and local organizations
3. Existing Communication Channels
• RDC’s website, newsletter, and community mailing lists used for promoting events • Staff presence at other community events to cross-promote awareness Goal 2: Expand Local Resources for Impaired Driving Education Objective: Increase the number of accessible and impactful community activities aimed at mitigating alcohol and drug-impaired driving.
Activity: Establish quarterly, four (4), educational workshops for both parents and high school students, addressing impaired driving prevention, substance abuse awareness, and safe alternatives to driving under the influence.
Timeline: Quarterly workshops, one every three months, within the project timeline (12 months).
Quantitative Measurement: At least 200 parents and 400 students reached annually through workshops, with a goal of 10% decrease in the number of underage driving under the influence within the project timeline (12 months)
Justification: Providing targeted education for parents and students will empower them with the tools to recognize warning signs of substance abuse, set boundaries, and promote safer behaviors. By increasing access to educational resources, the project will fil a significant gap in substance abuse and driving education in the community.
The quarterly educational workshops for parents and high school students will be conducted within the City of Orange Cove and its surrounding unincorporated rural areas. Specific locations may include:
• Orange Cove high schools and school district meeting spaces in City of Orange Cove, Orange Cove for all youth-targeted workshops
• Community centers, such as the Orange Cove Community Center/Community Hall or RDC partner Schedule A
sites
• Pop-up or mobile workshop setups during larger community events or in partnership with schoolbased family nights Core Messages Presented:
• Legal Consequences of Impaired Driving: Overview of California’s DUI laws—including zero tolerance for underage drinking and legal thresholds for alcohol and cannabis impairment—and the severe legal, financial, and social consequences of violations. • Dangers of Alcohol and Cannabis: Education on how alcohol, cannabis, and other substances impair motor skills, decision-making, and reaction times. Clarification that cannabis—even if legal for adults—is illegal and dangerous when driving, particularly for youth. • Misconceptions and Myths: Correct common misconceptions (e.g., “you drive better high,” “cannabis isn’t as bad as alcohol”) using data and lived experiences. • Healthy Alternatives: Emphasize safe choices such as using a designated driver, public transportation, or ride-sharing apps. Promote peer and family accountability.
Public Benefit: These events and workshops give community members the knowledge to:
• Make safer decisions around substance use
• Understand and comply with impaired driving laws
• Recognize and address risky behavior in family members or peers • Access culturally appropriate information in both English and Spanish Distributed Materials Include:
• Informational Brochures on DUI laws, health effects of impaired driving, and responsible behaviors • Adult/Parent Guides: How to talk with family members, adults, teens about alcohol and drugs; signs of use; setting family expectations
• Youth Fact Sheets: Myth-busting materials on cannabis, alcohol, and prescription drug misuse • Visual Infographics: Posters and handouts that highlight impairment symptoms, crash statistics, and safety tips
• Resource Cards: Local service contacts, hotlines, and counseling programs for youth and families • Pledge Cards: For youth and parents to commit to safe choices and support one another These materials will also be made available digitally via QR codes and RDC’s website.
Covered by Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program:
• Workshop facilitation Trainer time for qualified prevention educators • Equipment & Training materials
• Printed educational materials distributed at workshops • Marketing and outreach costs to recruit workshop participants RDC In-Kind Contributions:
• Use of RDC-owned venues, technology, and supplies
• Volunteer support and outreach using RDC’s established communication platforms • Use of existing educational toolkits previously developed or adapted by RDC Goal 3: Build a Lasting Culture of Prevention
Objective: Foster a community-driven movement focused on prevention by engaging youth, families, and local organizations in ongoing discussions and peer-led actions.
Activity: Create a youth-led peer mentoring project where high school students are trained to serve as advocates for safe driving behaviors and to mentor younger students.
Timeline: Launch the project within 6 months, with training sessions conducted twice annually for the duration of the project.
Quantitative Measurement: At least 30 high school students trained and 100 younger students mentored annually, with a targeted 10% increase in the number of students reporting their commitment to avoiding impaired driving.
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Justification: Peer mentorship creates a ripple effect where students become active participants in the movement to prevent impaired driving. Peer influence is often more impactful than adult-led interventions, particularly with young people, so this model strengthens the project’s reach and sustainability.
Goal 3 is designed to equip high school students with the knowledge, leadership skills, and tools to educate, engage, and influence their peers and younger students around the risks and legal consequences of impaired driving, including those involving alcohol, cannabis, and other substances. The youth peer mentoring project not only strengthens the sustainability of impaired driving prevention in the City of Orange Cove, but also embeds a sense of ownership and leadership in the next generation. Through comprehensive training and active outreach, youth mentors will serve as a powerful force for education, behavior change, and peer accountability, with a strong focus on legal awareness and cannabis-specific messaging.
How the Training Expands Project Activities:
a. Law-Focused Education
• Peer mentors will receive structured training on:
• California's DUI laws, with an emphasis on zero tolerance policies for underage drivers • Legal implications of cannabis use and impaired driving—even for youth who may perceive cannabis as “safer” or socially acceptable
• Understanding the difference between medical/recreational use and impairment behind the wheel
b. Youth-Led Engagement
• Trained students will facilitate:
• School presentations, lunch talks, and small group sessions to disseminate legal facts and real-life consequences
Peer-to-peer workshops using interactive content, visuals, and testimonies Classroom visits or mentoring circles with middle school students to instill early prevention messaging
c. Culturally Relevant Messaging
• Mentors will be guided to use bilingual, age-appropriate language and storytelling techniques that resonate with their peers
• Real-world scenarios and role-playing activities will allow them to model safe decision-making and challenge misinformation
d. Creating Youth Prevention Ambassadors
• Peer mentors will act as ambassadors throughout the project, reinforcing the overall community movement toward prevention and safe choices
• These students will represent youth voices at community awareness events, thus further integrating their role into the broader outreach strategy
Covered by the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program:
a. Training and Curriculum Development
• Design of a structured training curriculum for peer mentors (aligned with California Health & Safety Code and DUI education standards)
• Workshop materials, handouts, and digital resources used in training and peer-led outreach b. Facilitator Costs
• Compensation for prevention specialists, law enforcement officers, or counselors who co-facilitate training sessions
d. Outreach and Education Materials
• Production and printing of brochures, posters, and digital content for youth-led use during mentoring sessions and presentations
e. Monitoring and Evaluation Tools
• Pre- and post-training surveys to assess student knowledge, attitudes, and behavioral intentions • Tracking tools to document peer outreach and mentorship activities Schedule A
In-Kind Contributions from RDC Include:
• Meeting and Training Space: Use of RDC offices or partner locations for training sessions and planning meetings
• Access to School and Community Networks: Leveraging RDC’s existing partnerships to facilitate school access and youth engagement
• Volunteer Support: Mobilizing alumni mentors or community advocates to support youth teams • Youth Incentives and Recognition: Stipends, certificates, or prevention gear (e.g., t-shirts, backpacks) for trained mentors to encourage participation and visibility.
Project Performance Evaluation
Method of Evaluation for "Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open" The evaluation of the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 project will be structured around both quantitative and qualitative data collection methods. These strategies will help track progress toward the project’s goals and objectives, measure the effectiveness of activities, and assess the positive impacts on the community. The results will be shared with internal and external stakeholders through regular reports, presentations, and outreach campaigns. Below are the detailed methods for evaluation, including the strategies for data collection, quantitative/qualitative measurements, and the communication plan for disseminating results.
Overall Communication Plan:
• Monthly Reports: Internal stakeholders (team members, project partners) will receive monthly updates on progress toward each goal and objective.
• Quarterly Stakeholder Meetings: Updates and outcomes will be presented to partners, local officials, and other key community stakeholders every three months. • Community Outreach: Results, success stories, and updates will be shared via the project’s website, local press releases, and through social media channels, ensuring that the broader community stays informed.
• Annual Impact Report: A comprehensive report will be produced each year detailing the outcomes of the project, including quantitative and qualitative data, and distributed to both internal and external stakeholders.
Goal 1: Shift Public Perceptions on Impaired Driving
Objective: Engage local residents in discussions about impaired driving, shifting the public perspective on the dangers of alcohol and drug use.
Evaluation Method:
Data Collection: Pre- and post-event surveys will be administered at each of the monthly community awareness events. These surveys will assess participants' knowledge about impaired driving risks and their attitudes toward underage drinking and driving under the influence (DUI).
Quantitative Measurement:
• At least 1,000 community members engaged annually.
• Targeted 15% increase in community knowledge about impaired driving risks (measured by the preand post-event surveys).
Qualitative Measurement: Collect feedback through interviews or focus groups to capture personal reflections and testimonies on how the event changed their views on impaired driving.
Justification: The surveys will provide clear evidence of how the community’s awareness and attitudes are shifting. The feedback from participants will allow us to make data-driven adjustments to future events.
Communication Plan:
• Monthly social media posts and email newsletters sharing survey findings. • Final report to stakeholders summarizing community changes in awareness and behavior.
Schedule A
Goal 2: Expand Local Resources for Impaired Driving Education Objective: Increase the number of accessible and impactful community activities aimed at mitigating alcohol and drug-impaired driving.
Evaluation Method:
Data Collection: Attendance tracking at quarterly workshops for parents and high school students. Pre- and post-workshop surveys will assess the effectiveness of these educational activities in reducing the number of youth driving under the influence.
Quantitative Measurement:
• At least 200 parents and 400 students reached annually. • Goal of 10% decrease in the number of underage driving under the influence within the project timeline.
Qualitative Measurement: Feedback from parents and students will be collected through short surveys and interviews to evaluate their understanding of impaired driving and their commitment to safer behaviors.
Justification: Pre- and post-workshop data will help assess how well the education is reaching its target audience and whether it leads to behavioral change in the community.
Communication Plan:
• Quarterly reports to stakeholders (schools, law enforcement, community centers). • Presentations during community meetings to share workshop results and testimonials.
Goal 3: Build a Lasting Culture of Prevention
Objective: Foster a community-driven movement focused on prevention by engaging youth, families, and local organizations in ongoing discussions and peer-led actions.
Evaluation Method:
Data Collection: Track the number of students participating in the peer mentorship project, and measure changes in their attitudes toward impaired driving and their involvement in prevention activities.
Quantitative Measurement:
• At least 30 high school students trained annually.
• At least 100 younger students mentored annually.
• Targeted 10% increase in students reporting their commitment to avoiding impaired driving.
Qualitative Measurement: Gather feedback from both mentors and mentees to assess the project’s effectiveness in fostering a peer-led culture of prevention.
Justification: This evaluation will show whether the peer mentorship project is successfully creating long-term behavioral changes among youth and instilling a culture of prevention.
Communication Plan:
Annual event where peer mentors present their experiences and successes to the community.
Quarterly progress reports detailing the achievements of the mentorship project.
Program Sustainability
This project is designed to create lasting, community-wide change in how impaired driving, particularly underage drinking and DUI/DUID, is addressed in Orange Cove. While grant funding will launch the initiative, long-term sustainability will be achieved through local ownership, diversified funding, and integration into existing systems.
Schedule A
1. Strengthening Local Partnerships
We will formalize partnerships with schools, law enforcement, and community organizations to ensure continued collaboration and shared investment. Prevention education will be integrated into school curricula and community initiatives, embedding impaired driving awareness into ongoing programming. These collaborations will provide in-kind support, shared resources, and long-term alignment with community priorities.
2. Diversifying Funding Sources
To reduce reliance on a single funding stream, we will launch annual community fundraising events (e.g., charity runs, benefit dinners) beginning by Month 9. We will pursue corporate sponsorships from local businesses in transportation, health, and education sectors, securing at least three sponsors by the end of Year 1. Additional support will be sought through private and nongovernmental grants focused on youth development and substance use prevention. A diversified funding strategy will provide stable financial support beyond the grant term.
3. Volunteer and Youth Leadership Development
Sustainability will be reinforced through youth-led and volunteer-driven efforts. At least 30 peer mentors will be trained by Month 6. A volunteer recruitment campaign launched by Month 9 will build a stable base of community members to support events and outreach.
Administrative Support
The success of the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 project will rely on the strong administrative framework provided by the Rural Development Centers (RDC), combined with experienced personnel and appropriate physical resources. The following sections outline the necessary administrative support to ensure the successful completion of the project within the 12-month project performance period.
1. Organizational and Administrative Support:
The project will be managed and overseen by the Rural Development Centers (RDC), a well-established organization with prior experience in implementing community-based health and safety projects. RDC’s track record in securing and managing grants related to substance abuse prevention, impaired driving education, and community health interventions makes them an ideal partner for this project.
RDC's administrative capacity includes a dedicated project management team that will oversee project activities, monitor performance, and ensure milestones are met within the defined timeline. RDC has successfully managed multiple community outreach and awareness projects, demonstrating expertise in building local partnerships, engaging diverse populations, and handling complex administrative functions such as financial management, reporting, and compliance.
Key functions within RDC that will provide the required administrative support include:
• Grant and Financial Management: RDC has a dedicated finance team responsible for budgeting, tracking expenditures, and ensuring compliance with grant funding requirements. • Monitoring and Evaluation: RDC has the necessary systems and tools to track project performance, including data collection mechanisms, evaluation tools, and experience in reporting outcomes to funders and stakeholders.
• Partnership Coordination: RDC’s existing relationships with local schools, law enforcement, health organizations, and community groups will facilitate collaboration and enhance project reach. • Compliance and Reporting: RDC will ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and provide timely, accurate reporting to funders and stakeholders.
2. Personnel:
To ensure the effective implementation and management of the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 project, RDC will allocate a qualified team of personnel with expertise in substance abuse prevention, community outreach, event coordination, and educational programming. The personnel team will consist of the following key roles:
Project Director: A Project Director will be responsible for the overall coordination of the project. This individual will oversee the development and execution of all project activities, including community events, Schedule A
workshops, and peer mentoring projects. The Project Director will also handle communications with stakeholders, manage the project timeline, and ensure compliance with grant requirements.
Community Outreach Coordinator(s): part-time Community Outreach Coordinators will assist with the planning and execution of community awareness events, workshops, and engagement activities. This role will also be responsible for building and maintaining partnerships with local schools, law enforcement, and community organizations. Will manage the youth-led peer mentoring project, recruiting, training, and overseeing the activities of high school students who serve as mentors to younger students.
Faces of Prevention Youth Council Coordinator: This person will recruit, train, and manage volunteers who will assist with event coordination, providing sober transportation (through the Safe Ride project), and other logistics.
3. Physical Resources:
To successfully implement the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open Orange Cove 2026 project, the following physical resources will be required:
Fatal Vision Goggles & Electric Golf Cart: These immersive tools are essential for the hands-on experience in demonstrating the effects of alcohol and drug impairment on driving. The Fatal Vision Goggles simulate the visual distortions associated with intoxication, and the electric golf carts allow participants to experience the physical and motor challenges faced by impaired drivers. These tools will be used at monthly community events to engage local residents in real-life scenarios. A trailer to transport the Electric Golf Cart will be purchased as part of the grant funding.
Workshop and Event Materials: Educational materials such as pamphlets, flyers, and presentations on impaired driving laws, substance abuse, and safe alternatives to driving under the influence will be developed and distributed at events, schools, and community centers. This includes printed materials, multimedia presentations, and online content.
Transportation Resources: The "Safe Ride" project will require reliable transportation, which may involve using donated or rented vehicles to ensure that participants can be safely transported to and from community events. RDC will work with local partners or sponsors to provide these services.
Event Venues: Local community centers, schools, and outdoor spaces will be used to host community awareness events, educational workshops, and peer mentoring sessions. These venues will be equipped with the necessary technology (audio/visual equipment) and space for hands-on demonstrations and group activities.
Office Equipment: RDC’s offices will be equipped with standard administrative tools (computers, phones, meeting rooms, etc.) to ensure smooth day-to-day operations, including project coordination, data collection, and reporting.
4. Timeline and Resource Allocation:
To ensure that the Faces of Prevention: Eyes Wide Open project is successfully completed within the 12- month performance period, the following timeline has been set for key activities:
• Months 1–2: Set up project infrastructure, including hiring personnel, securing physical resources (Fatal Vision Goggles, golf carts, event materials), and forming needed partnerships. • Months 3–4: Begin conducting the first community awareness events, educational workshops, and the “Safe Ride” project. Finalize the first peer mentoring training session. • Months 5–6: Host the first quarterly educational workshops and expand the network of local partnerships. Continue monthly community events and monitoring. • Months 7–9: Initiate additional community events and workshops, ensuring the project reaches a broader audience. Continue tracking progress and collecting data. • Months 10–12: Analyze project data, prepare the final project report, and assess the effectiveness of the overall project. Finalize community engagement efforts and prepare sustainability strategies for the post-grant period.
Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
31800 City of Orange Cove $148,836.00
Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs
Education/Outreach Materials & Supplies $17,400.00
Category Sub-Total $17,400.00
Personnel
Monthly Community Awareness Events –
City Manager $5,000.00
Category Sub-Total $5,000.00
Equipment
Education/Outreach Electric Golf Cart $18,000.00
Education/Outreach Trailer $13,000.00
Category Sub-Total $31,000.00
Consultants/Contracts
PSA $7,060.00
Rural Development Centers - Youth Led
Peer Mentoring $7,756.00
Rural Development Centers - Quarterly
Educational Workshops $11,872.00
Rural Development Centers - Monthly
Community Awareness Events $17,248.00
Billboards
Rural Development Centers - Travel
$45,000.00
$6,500.00
Category Sub-Total $95,436.00
Grant Total $148,836.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove
Other Direct Costs
Education/Outreach Materials & Supplies
$17,400.00
Impaired Vision Goggles (4 @ $500)
Helmets (4 @ $50)
Traffic Cones (20 @ $35)
Pop Up Signs 2 @ $500 = $1,000
Tablecloth 2 @ $75 = $150
Promotional Items/Giveaways 3,000 @ up to $4.45 ea = $13,350 NOTE: PROMOTIONAL ITEMS/GIVEAWAYS MUST CONTAIN IMPAIRED DRIVING MESSAGING Personnel
Monthly Community Awareness Events - City Manager
$5,000.00
Monthly Community Awareness Events: City Manager Samuel Escobar: He will be participating in the 10 drunk/impaired driving simulation events. He will not be participating in the Youth Council workshops or trainings.
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $100 per hour for 50 hours) for promoting and attendance at project related events.
Hourly Rates plus benefits are based on actual pay.
TOTAL= 50 hours x $100 hr. = $5,000.00
Equipment
Education/Outreach Trailer
$13,000.00
Equipment: Education/Outreach Trailer 1 trailer * $10,000.00 IMPAIRED DRIVING Messaging. Wrap for Education/Outreach Trailer * $3,000.00 Total = $13,000.00
Education/Outreach Electric Golf Cart
$18,000.00
Equipment: Education/Outreach Electric Golf Cart 1 electric golf cart * $15,000.00 IMPAIRED DRIVING Messaging. Wrap for Education/Outreach Cart * $3,000.00 Total = $18,000.00
Equipment will be used in drunk/impaired driving simulations at 10 Community Awareness events to be held in the City of Orange Cove and/or at local school sites.
Consultants/Contracts
Billboards
$45,000.00
IMPAIRED DRIVING RELATED Billboards (3@ $1,250 per mo) $45,000.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove
Rural Development Centers - Monthly Community Awareness Events $17,248.00
Monthly Community Awareness Events: Rural Development Centers - Eduardo Gonzalez:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $92 per hour) for promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 104 hours x $92 hr. = $ 9,568.00
Monthly Community Awareness Events: Rural Development Centers - Shelby Gonzales:
Regular Pay plus benefits ($88 per hour) for assistance with promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 60 hours x $88 hr. = $ 5,280.00
Monthly Community Awareness Events: Rural Development Centers - Sheila Williamson:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $40 per hour) for project delivery at project related events.
TOTAL= 60 hours x $40 hr. = $ 2,400.00
Rural Development Centers - Quarterly Educational Workshops $11,872.00
Quarterly Educational Workshops: Rural Development Centers - Eduardo Gonzalez: Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $92 per hour) for promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 56 hours x $92 hr. = $5,152.00
Quarterly Educational Workshops: Rural Development Centers - Sheila Williamson: Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $40 per hour) for project delivery at project related events.
TOTAL= 40 hours x $40 hr. = $ 1,600.00
Quarterly Educational Workshops: Rural Development Centers - Shelby Gonzales:
Regular Pay plus benefits ($88 per hour) for assistance with promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 40 hours x $88 hr. = $ 3,520.00
Quarterly Educational Workshops: Rural Development Centers - TBD:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $40 per hour) for project delivery at project related events.
TOTAL= 40 hours x $40 hr. = $ 1,600.00
Rural Development Centers - Youth Led Peer Mentoring
$7,756.00
Youth Led Peer Mentoring: Rural Development Centers - Eduardo Gonzalez:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $92 per hour) for promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 43 hours x $92 hr. = $3,956.00
Youth Led Peer Mentoring: Rural Development Centers - Sheila Williamson:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $40 per hour) for project delivery at project related events.
TOTAL= 20 hours x $40 hr. = $800.00
Youth Led Peer Mentoring: Rural Development Centers - Shelby Gonzales:
Regular Pay plus benefits ($88 per hour) for assistance with promoting, scheduling and attendance at project related events. (Includes design and production of educational materials, curriculum development and event scheduling/planning).
TOTAL= 25 hours x $88 hr. = $2,200.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove
Youth Led Peer Mentoring: Rural Development Centers - TBD:
Regular Pay plus benefits (up to $40 per hour) for project delivery at project related events.
TOTAL= 20 hours x $40 hr.= $800.00
PSA
$7,060.00
IMPAIRED DRIVING RELATED PSA (~$150 per mo * 8 mos * 6 media outlets) $7,060 Rural Development Centers - Travel
$6,500.00
Mileage Reimbursement ($0.725 per mile @ up to 70 miles RT for up to 3 RDC staff) for travel to project related events in the city of Orange Cove.
For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
TO: Orange Cove City Council
FROM: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
SUBJECT: Approval of Military Banner Program
ATTACHMENTS: Military Banner Program Guidelines, New Banner and Re-Purchase Banner Applications, Sponsorship Form
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council approve the City of Orange Cove Military Banner Program and adopt the accompanying Military Banner Program Guidelines, New Banner Application, Banner Re-Purchase Application, and Sponsorship Form, and authorize the City Manager's Office or designee to administer the Program.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Orange Cove Military Banner Program is intended to recognize, honor, and pay tribute to local military service personnel by displaying banners honoring service members throughout the City. The Program would be administered by and through the City Manager's Office and would be governed by the attached Program Guidelines, which establish the eligibility requirements, application process, fees, banner specifications, installation locations, and sponsorship options associated with the Program.
Banners honoring service members would be displayed along Park Blvd. between Anchor Ave. and 4th Street on a year-round basis. Applications would be accepted on an ongoing basis, with a new banner or banner re-purchase fee of $260 per banner, which covers production, brackets, hardware, installation, and removal. Because banners are subject to wear from continuous outdoor display, banners that have been on display for two years would need to be re-purchased in order to remain posted.
Eligible honorees would include: individuals on active duty in one of the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces (Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps, or Coast Guard); or veterans honorably discharged from, or who gave their life in service to, the U.S. Armed Forces; and in either case, the service member must be a resident of Orange Cove or have an immediate family member residing in the City. Applicants would be required to provide proof of military status (such as a DD-214, military identification, or similar documentation) and proof of residency, along with a 5x7 photograph of the honoree in uniform.
Applications would be reviewed by the City Manager's Office on a first-come, firstserved basis, with priority given to active military members residing in Orange Cove.
The Program also allows for sponsorships from local businesses and organizations, which may be used to offset participation fees. All banners produced under the Program would remain the property of the City until removed and presented to the honoree, family, or applicant.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
The Program is designed to be self-supporting through participation fees of $260 per banner and voluntary sponsorships, which are intended to cover the cost of banner production, hardware, installation, and removal. Any administrative costs associated with processing applications would be absorbed within the City Manager's Office's existing budget.
Prepared by: Jennifer Hernandez Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar REVIEW: Samuel Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO
ACTION
_ Consent
Info Item
X Action Item
Department Report
Redevelopment Agency
Public Hearing
Matter Initiated by a Council Member
Other
Continued to: _________
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City of Orange Cove
Military Banner Program
Guidelines
The City of Orange Cove Military Banner Program recognizes, honors, and pays tribute to our local military service personnel. Banners honoring our brave service men and women will be proudly displayed throughout the City of Orange Cove as a way for our community to express its gratitude for their service to our country.
The Military Banner Program is administered and managed by and through the City Manager’s Office of the City of Orange Cove. The City of Orange Cove Military Banner Program Guidelines provide details on how to participate in the program, including eligibility requirements and application process. The Guidelines are available at the City’s website https:// cityoforangecove.com/
Military Banners are proudly displayed along Park Blvd. between Anchor Ave. and 4 th
Street year-round.
Military Banner Application Period, Cost, and Deadlines Applications are accepted on an ongoing basis. Application, fee, and Banner (if re-purchasing) must be delivered to Orange Cove City Hall, 633 6th Street, Orange Cove, CA 93646.
Participation is limited to one banner per service person.
Note: fees are subject to change without notice. The fee for participation is determined by the cost of the banner which includes production, brackets and miscellaneous hardware, installation and removal and shall be borne by the applicant and/or sponsor.
Checks should be made payable to: The City of Orange Cove.
NEW Banner Application
The cost for participation is $260 per banner. You may choose to solicit sponsorships from a local business or organization using the Sponsorship Form. A New Banner Application shall be completed and submitted to the City of Orange Cove with a hard copy 5 x 7 high-resolution color or black and white photo of service member in uniform, and any related fee(s) and other documents as described within the application and guidelines. Photo will not be returned.
Applications are available at Orange Cove City Hall and online at https://cityoforangecove.com/ 2 | Page
Banner Re-Purchase Requirement
The cost for participation and re-hanging/renewing a Military Banner is $260 per banner.
Submit application, and fee at Orange Cove City Hall.
Note: Due to the wear of banner caused by continuous display, age, and weather, and for public safety, banners that have been hung for two (2) years must be re-purchased. Please complete a Banner Re-Purchase Application and provide the required documents and fees.
Eligibility
Banner candidates must be: (1) On active duty in one of the branches of the U.S. Armed Forces; or (2) A veteran who was honorably discharged or given their life serving in the United States Armed Forces. The U.S. Armed Forces include: Army, Navy, Air Force, Marine Corps and Coast Guard. And (3) the service member must either be a resident of the City of Orange Cove or have an immediate family member residing in the City of Orange Cove (spouse, parent, grandparent, brother, sister, son, daughter, aunt or uncle).
Proof of eligibility includes but is not limited to: A DD-214 Form, possession of a United States Uniformed Services Privilege and Identification Card (U.S. Military ID, Geneva Conventions Identification Card, Common Access Card or USPIC or Active Military Service Organization Membership Card). This is an identity document issued by the United States Department of Defense to identify a person as a member of the Armed Forces. In addition, possession of a DA Form 2-1 (Enlisted Record Brief) or DA Pam 600-8 (Officer Record Brief). An Enlisted or Officer Record Brief is a one-page Army form that provides a summary of an enlisted Soldier’s qualifications and career history. The City of Orange Cove will not photocopy nor retain Military ID, but will review the ID at time of application submittal for verification.
Resources for military verification:
• Veteran’s Office: (559) 600-5436
• The Department of Defense website: http://www.defense.gov • Veterans Service Records: http://www.archives.gov/veterans/military-service-records/ Verification of residency: Provide a copy of current utility bill or driver’s license in the name of the service member or applicant.
For detailed eligibility information and application process, please refer to the Military Banner Program Guidelines.
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Selection Process
Applications will be accepted during the application period and reviewed on a first-come, firstserved basis by the City of Orange Cove, City Manager’s office. Priority will be given to active military members that reside in the City of Orange Cove.
Location/Installation
Banners will be installed along Park Blvd. between Anchor Ave. and 4th Street. The number of and specific banner locations shall be determined solely by the City of Orange Cove and may be revised without prior notice. Banners will be installed and will remain on display year-round.
Banners will be replaced and presented to the honoree (or applicant) when due for re-purchase, or at a City Council Meeting as determined by the City.
The City of Orange Cove will be responsible for the installation and removal of banners. Once produced and installed, banners shall remain on the property of the City until removed and presented to the honoree, family or applicant.
Banner Styles
Banners will be designed and purchased by the City of Orange Cove as determined by the City.
This includes: City of Orange Cove and logo, the name and rank of the honoree, the conflict/era and Military branch in which they served, photograph of the service member in uniform, and the name/logo of sponsor and/or family (if applicable). Banners will be produced in full-color, double-sided, and measure 30” x 96”.
Sponsorship
Donations may be solicited to help fund the Military Banner Program and as such, fees may be offset or reduced. Applicants may submit a Sponsorship Form at the time of application submittal to Orange Cove City Hall which can be found at the City’s website https://cityoforangecove.com/ or at Orange Cove City Hall.
Waiver
Banners will be produced using the information provided on the application. As such, the City of Orange Cove is not responsible for misspelling or any incorrect information written or provided on the application, or by the approved banner proof.
The City of Orange Cove is not responsible for replacing banners that are stolen, damaged, or destroyed due to age, weather, sun, vandalism, or any acts of nature including high winds. (The 4 | Page
City may, however, choose to assist with the reinstallation of banners that have fallen off the pole due to extreme elements.)
By applying for and receiving approval to sponsor a banner, each applicant and/or sponsor agrees to indemnify and hold the City of Orange Cove, its elected officials, officers, employees, agents and volunteers free and harmless with respect to any and all liabilities, claims, lawsuits and/or damages of any nature whatsoever that allegedly arise from or are connected to the approval of the applicant’s banner application, including the display of, and/or damage to or loss of any banner or banners.
City of Orange Cove
Military Banner Program
SPONSORSHIP FORM
Sponsor Name: _____________________________________________________________ (as it should appear on the banner)
Contact Person: ____________________________________________________________ Address: __________________________________________________________________ Telephone: (_______)_________-_________ Mobile: (_______)_________-__________ Email: ____________________________________________________________________
SPONSOR LEVEL
UNDERWRITER - Your Name/Full Color Logo on bottom of each Banner. Platinum $2,750.00 Gold $1,375.00 Silver $550.00 Bronze $275.00 SUPPORTER - Your donation will be used to reduce the cost of honoring a Veteran. Gold $100.00 Silver $50.00 Bronze $25.00 Other: $ _______ Deliver Sponsorship Form and money to: City of Orange Cove, 633 6th Street, Orange Cove, CA 93646. Please make checks payable to: City of Orange Cove.
The program is administered through the City of Orange Cove, City Manager’s Office. Guidelines and information are available at the City’s website https://cityoforangecove.com/.
If sponsoring specific individuals (Veterans), please list their name(s) below and attach their completed application.
2. __________________________________ 7. _____________________________________
3. __________________________________ 8. _____________________________________
4. __________________________________ 9. _____________________________________
5. __________________________________ 10.____________________________________ Questions: Call (559) 626-4488 ext. 241
For Office Use Only
Account
Date Received: _____________________ Amount Received: ___________ Cash □ Check #____________ Received by: __________________
Include Sponsor Logo: Yes □ No □ Application Attached: Yes □ No □ Received Final Copy: Yes □ No □
Notes:
1. __________________________________ 6. ___________________________________ Call (559) 626-4488, extension 214, to schedule an appointment to submit: completed application, $260 fee, and required documents to the City of Orange Cove, 633 6th Street, Orange Cove, CA 93646. Make check payable to:
The City of Orange Cove. See Program Guidelines for eligibility and application process. Banners will be displayed year round.
Military Honoree Information
Please print/type the name of the Honoree as it should appear on the Banner:
______________________________ ________________________________ _______________________________________ First Name Middle Name (optional) Last Name
Branch of the United States Military Service:
Army □ Marine Corps □ Navy □ Air Force □ Coast Guard □ Rank: ____________________________ Conflict Era: _______________________ Enlistment Date: _____/___/____ Honorable Discharge Date: ____/___/___ Select the type of banner you wish to order: In Honor Of□ Thanks To □ In Memory Of □ Name of Sponsor as it should appear on banner (family / business-no more than two):
_____________________________________________________________________ Proudly sponsored by
Military Honoree Orange Cove Residency: Resident□ Former Resident□ Requests:
APPLICANT/SPONSOR CONTACT INFORMATION
Name: ______________________________________ Relation to Honoree: ___________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (______)_________-__________ Email: ____________________________________________________ Email Address (This email may be used for reviewing/approving Banner proof) I have read and understand the Military Banner Program Guidelines: _______________ Date: _____________ (your initials)
The completed application must include:
□ Verification of Military Status – A Military ID, DD 214 Form, or Active Veteran Service Organization Membership Card.
Present Verification to the City of Orange Cove office for Review, ID will not be photocopied. □ Verification of Orange Cove Residency - copy of current utility bill or driver’s license. □ A 5x7 color or black and white photograph of honoree in uniform. □ Sponsor logo in a high-resolution color or black and white vector logo, if applicable.
For Office Use Only Account
Date Received: __________________ Amount Received: ___________ Cash □ Check #____________ By: __________ Verification of military status: Yes □ No □ Photograph Received: Yes □ No □ Verification of Residency Yes □ No □ Sponsor Logo Received: Yes □ No □ N/A □ Verified by: ________________
City of Orange Cove
Military Banner Program
NEW BANNER APPLICATION
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Call (559) 626-4488, ext. 214, to schedule an appointment to submit completed application, required documents and $260 Military Banner fee. Make check payable to: The City of Orange Cove. Military Banner Program Guidelines are available at https://cityoforangecove.com/ and at Orange Cove City Hall. Banners will be proudly displayed year round.
Note: Due to wear of Banner caused by continuous display, age, and weather, and for public safety, banners that have been hung for two (2) years must be Re-Purchased by completing a New Banner Application.
Military Honoree Information
Name of Military Serviceperson: _________________________________________________________________ (Name as it should appear on banner) First Name Middle Name (Optional) Last Name Branch of the United States Military Service:
US Army□ US Marine Corps□ US Navy□ US Air Force□ US Coast Guard□ Rank: ___________________ Conflict/Era: _____________________________ Enlistment Date: ___________________ Honorable Discharge Date: ______________ Banner Selection - Please select the type of banner you wish to order:
In Honor Of □ Thanks To □ In Memory Of □
Sponsor Information - Please print legibly
Name of Sponsor as it should appear on banner (family, business, organization–no more than two) and logo (if applicable).
Proudly Sponsored by: ________________________________ _____________________________________ Military Honoree Orange Cove Residency: Resident□Former Resident□ Applicant Contact Information
Name: _________________________________________ Relation to Honoree: _________________________ Address:_____________________________________________________________________________________ Phone: (________)__________-____________ Email: _______________________________________________ Mobile: (________)__________-____________ Email Address (This email may be used for reviewing/approving Banner proof) I have read and understand the Military Banner Program Guidelines: _______________ Date: _____________ (your initials) The completed application must include:
• A 5x7 color or black and white photograph of honoree in uniform. • All required documents.
For Office Use Only Account
Date Received: __________________ Amount Received: ___________ Cash □ Check #____________ By: __________ Verification of military status: N/A □ Yes □ No □ Photograph Received: Yes □ No □ Verification of Residency Yes □ No □ Sponsor Logo Received: Yes □ No □ N/A □ Verified by: ________________ Previous application on file: Yes □ No □ City of Orange Cove
MILITARY BANNER PROGRAM
RE-PURCHASE NEW BANNER APPLICATION
For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
TO: Orange Cove City Council
FROM: Samuel A. Escobar, City Manager
SUBJECT: Adopt Resolution No. 2026-29 to Withdraw City Participation in the Urban County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Programs for Federal Fiscal Years (FFY) 2027, 2028, and 2029.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution No. 2026-29
Draft JPA Agreement 27-30
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council Adopt Resolution No. 2026-29 to withdraw the City Participation in the Urban County Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) and Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) Programs for Federal Fiscal Years (FFY) 2027, 2028, and 2029.
Following discussions between City staff and the City Engineer, staff has determined that continued participation in the County's Urban County JPA may no longer align with the City's current infrastructure priorities, project timelines, and administrative needs Staff has identified concerns regarding [the level of funding historically allocated to the City relative to project needs, administrative burden, and reporting requirements/project timing constraints imposed by the County's consolidated planning cycle], which have prompted a reevaluation of the City's continued participation in the JPA.
Should the City Council elect to proceed with the recommendation, the City would have the option to apply independently for federal CDBG and related entitlement funding directly through the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD), consistent with the approach taken by non-participating cities.
BACKGROUND:
Every three years, the County of Fresno and its partner cities must requalify for Urban County entitlement status with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to receive entitlement grant funds under the Federal Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), the Home Investment Partnerships Act (HOME) Program, and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG).
Cities wishing to participate with the County in the Urban County Entitlement Program must enter into a three-year cooperative agreement with the County and other participating cities, known as the Joint Powers Agreement (JPA), which goes into effect on July 1, 2027, and concludes when all Federal projects utilizing funding from FFY 2027-2029 are completed and through their 5-year period of affordability.
Each City participating in Fresno County's Urban County Entitlement Program receives a guaranteed percentage of the overall CDBG funds received each year, in accordance with the same Federal formula used by HUD to provide funds to entitlement communities nationwide. Cities can select their own eligible activities to fund, including infrastructure, housing, and public services. Cities participating in the Urban County Program also participate in the HOME Program, which predominantly provides housing funds as gap financing for affordable multifamily rental new construction or rehabilitation projects. The JPA also provides participating cities with access to any additional funding that may be made available to the Urban County CDBG Program.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None.
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-29
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE COVE APPROVING THE NON-RENEWAL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE COVE’S
PARTICIPATION IN THE COUNTY OF FRESNO’S URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM
FOR COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME
INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME) AND EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS (ESG) ENTITLEMENT FUNDING FOR THE PERIOD OF TIME FROM JULY 1, 2027, TO JUNE 30, 2030, INCLUSIVE OF FUNDING RESPONSIBILITIES OF FEDERAL FISCAL YEARS 2027, 2028, AND 2029
WHEREAS, the County of Fresno and participating cities in the County of Fresno have entered into a Joint Powers Agreement for the County of Fresno’s Urban County Program for Community Development Block Grant (“CDBG”), Home Investment Partnerships (“HOME”), and Emergency Solutions Grants (“ESG”) Entitlement Funding for Federal Grant Years 2024, 2025, 2026, dating from July 1, 2024, through June 30, 2027 (the “Joint Powers Agreement”); and
WHEREAS, the City of Orange Cove (“City”) has participated in the Joint Powers Agreement with the County of Fresno and other cities in the County of Fresno for Urban County Entitlement Status with the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development in order to receive entitlement grant funds under the federal CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs in the past; and
WHEREAS, every three years the County of Fresno and its partner cities must requalify, with each city approving a resolution indicating their participation or non-participation in the Joint Powers Agreement; and
WHEREAS, City staff has recommended that the City not renew its participation in the Joint Powers Agreement for the period of time from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2030, inclusive of funding responsibilities of federal fiscal years 2027, 2028, and 2029.
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED, by the City Council of the City of Orange Cove as follows:
1. The City Council of the City of Orange Cove hereby approves the City’s non-renewal of the City’s participation in the Joint Powers Agreement for the County of Fresno’s Urban County Program for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) Entitlement Funding for the period of time from July 1, 2027, to June 30, 2030, inclusive of funding responsibilities of federal fiscal years 2027, 2028, and 2029.
2. The City Council of the City of Orange Cove confirms the City’s participation in the County of Fresno’s Urban County Program for Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME) and Emergency Grant Solutions) Entitlement Funding shall terminate at the natural end of the existing Joint Powers Agreement, which is June 30, 2027.
3. The City Manager, or his designee, is hereby authorized and directed to execute to execute any documents, and to take all actions necessary to carry out the intent of this Resolution.
PASSED AND ADOPTED by the City Council of the City of Orange Cove at a regular meeting held this 22nd day of July, 2026, by the following vote:
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ATTEST: APPROVED:
___________________________ ____________________________ Cythia Cisneros, City Clerk Gilbert Garcia, Mayor
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30 JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT
COUNTY OF FRESNO’s URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM for COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME), and
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS (ESG) ENTITLEMENT FUNDING
FOR FEDERAL GRANT YEARS 2027, 2028, and 2029
THIS JOINT POWERS AGREEMENT (the “Agreement”) is executed this _____ day of August, 2026, by and between the COUNTY OF FRESNO, a political subdivision of the State of California, (“COUNTY”), and each city listed under “Participating Cites” in Exhibit A “Record of Participating and Non-Participating Cities,” attached hereto and by this reference incorporated herein (collectively hereinafter referred to as “CITY” or “CITIES”). References in this Agreement to party or parties shall be understood to refer to COUNTY and CITIES unless otherwise specified. It is further understood that any references to "units of local government” shall refer to the CITIES. Collectively, the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG), Home Investment Partnerships (HOME), and Emergency Solutions Grants (ESG) entitlement programs funded by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) shall be known as the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM.
W I T N E S S E T H
WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITIES desire to engage in housing and community development activities as authorized under the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and hereafter referred to as the ACT; WHEREAS, the ACT requires that certain cooperative agreements be entered into between the COUNTY and the CITIES for a period of three years in order to implement the provisions and terms of said ACT;
WHEREAS, the Mayor of each CITY is authorized to execute this Agreement on the city’s behalf; and
WHEREAS, the Chairman of the Board is authorized to execute this Agreement on the County’s behalf; and
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30 WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITIES are public agencies under the provisions of Section 6500 of the Government Code of the State of California (GC), and each is authorized by law to enter into Joint Powers Agreements; and
WHEREAS, HUD uses the term “Cooperation Agreement” for cooperative agreements between Urban Counties, such as the COUNTY, and non-entitlement cities, which include all incorporated cities within the County of Fresno except for the City of Fresno and the City of Clovis; and
WHEREAS, any reference within the Agreement to Joint Powers Agreement as defined by the State of California shall be equivalent to the term “Cooperation Agreement” as defined by HUD in its CPD Notice 26-08, titled “Instructions for Urban County Qualification for Participation in the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program;” and WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITIES are individually authorized by law to engage in housing and community development activities funded by CDBG, HOME, and ESG; WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITIES are each individually obligated by GC Section 65583(c) to undertake the actions identified in their respective Housing Elements of their General Plan; and
WHEREAS, the State of California has tied the CDBG Urban County structure as it existed in 2017 to urban county designation for its Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program; and whereby the PLHA allocations for the cities of Fowler, Kerman, Kingsburg, Mendota, Reedley, Sanger, and Selma are automatically administered by the COUNTY, but all other cities must administer their own by default; and
WHEREAS, the cities of [TBD] are electing to participate in this Joint Powers Agreement; and
WHEREAS, the COUNTY and the CITIES find and determine that it is in the best interest of the residents of the unincorporated area of the COUNTY and of the CITIES that housing and community development activities be performed jointly in accordance with the provisions of this Agreement in that HUD recommends the expenditure of funds for such purpose on a regional basis; and
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30 WHEREAS, the COUNTY requalified for entitlement status as an urban county to administer and implement the CDBG, HOME, and ESG programs for housing and community development activities and homeless services on behalf of the CITIES in accordance with the provisions of the ACT, the laws of the State of California, and the terms and conditions hereinafter provided.
NOW, THEREFORE, IT IS AGREED AS FOLLOWS:
I. TERM
The term of this Agreement shall commence on July 1, 2027, and shall terminate only after all funding from Federal Fiscal Years 2027, 2028, and 2029 have been fully expended and audited, which is anticipated to be on or after June 30, 2043. This Agreement covers the following Federal Fiscal Years and the following Program Years:
Federal Fiscal Years Program Years
October 1, 2026 to September 30, 2027 July 1, 2027 to June 30, 2028 October 1, 2027 to September 30, 2028 July 1, 2028 to June 30, 2029 October 1, 2028 to September 30, 2029 July 1, 2029 to June 30, 2030 Notwithstanding the foregoing, this Agreement shall remain in effect until the CDBG, HOME, and ESG funds and program income received with respect to activities carried out during the three-year qualification period are expended and the funded activities completed, funding is drawn down from the Federal government, the projects are closed out in IDIS or a successor system, grant closeouts have occurred, and any audits have been initiated and resolved.
II. NO ABILITY TO WITHDRAW OR TERMINATE
No parties to this Agreement may withdraw from, be released from, or terminate this Agreement for Federal grant years 2027, 2028, and 2029 during the three-year program period or while the Agreement remains in effect.
Although this Agreement remains in effect for a lengthy duration, it is specific to the three Federal grant years identified above and shall not impact the CITIES’ ability to make a free decision whether or not to participate in the Urban County program for Federal grant 4 1
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All parties to this Agreement shall be participants in the preparation of the COUNTY's next five-year Consolidated Plan, all Annual Action Plans, and all Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports.
III. COMPLIANCE WITH APPLICABLE LAWS AND REGULATIONS
A. The parties to this Agreement, pursuant to the requirements of the ACT, agree to take all actions necessary to ensure compliance with the urban county's certification under Section 104(b) of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974, as amended, and that the grant will be conducted and administered in conformity with Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 1, the Fair Housing Act and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 100, and will comply with the obligation to affirmatively further fair housing. The parties to this Agreement will also comply with Section 109 of Title I of the Housing and Community Development Act of 1974 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 6, which incorporates Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 and the implementing regulations at 24 CFR part 8, Title II of the Americans with Disabilities Act and the implementing regulations at 28 CFR part 35, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and the implementing regulation at 24 CFR part 146, Section 3 of the Housing and Urban Development Act of 1968, National Environmental Policy Act of 1969, Executive Order 11988, 24 CFR 570 pertaining to the CDBG program regulations, and to comply with other applicable laws and regulations. The parties agree that CDBG, HOME, and ESG funding shall in no event be used for activities in, or in support of, any CITY that impedes the COUNTY’s actions to comply (or ensure compliance) with the COUNTY’s fair housing certification and duty to affirmatively further fair housing.
B. The parties to this Agreement acknowledge that the COUNTY and CITIES may not sell, trade, or otherwise transfer all or any portion of their CDBG funds to another metropolitan city, urban county, unit of general local government, Indian tribe, or insular area that directly or indirectly receives CDBG funds, in exchange for any other funds, credits or non-Federal considerations, but must use these funds for activities eligible under Title 5 1
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C. The parties to this Agreement, pursuant to the requirements of the ACT, agree to cooperate to undertake, or assist in undertaking essential community development and housing assistance activities, community renewal, and lower-income housing assistance activities.
D. The parties to this Agreement may not take any action to obstruct the implementation of the approved Consolidated Plan or any Action Plan.
E. The parties to this Agreement understand the COUNTY is prohibited from funding activities in, or in support of, any CITY that does not affirmatively further fair housing within its own jurisdiction or that impedes the COUNTY's actions to comply with its fair housing certification.
F. The Parties agree to adopt amendment(s) to this Agreement as may be required by HUD to meet any new Urban County Qualification requirement(s), when applicable.
If an amendment is required by HUD and the parties to this Agreement fail to execute a timely Amendment, HUD may require the Urban County to submit a new Agreement.
IV. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE COUNTY
A. The COUNTY is responsible for program administration and implementation; determining needs; setting goals; preparing and submitting a five-year Consolidated Plan, Annual Action Plan, annual Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Reports, and all required assurances or certifications to HUD; and has the final authority for approving CDBG, HOME, and ESG program activities and priorities.
B. The COUNTY is responsible for overseeing and administering the implementation of the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM in the unincorporated areas of the County.
C. The COUNTY shall be responsible for monitoring and reporting to HUD the use of any program income generated from activities funded by this Agreement.
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30 E. The COUNTY shall make available to each CITY any special funding allocations that may be based on the CITIES’ participation with the COUNTY in the CDBG program. These programs may include, but shall not be limited to, special allocations of CDBG or HOME funds that exceed the annual entitlements provided through this Agreement during the term of this Agreement.
F. The COUNTY shall notify each CITY when it makes a reservation of COUNTY-administered CDBG, HOME, or ESG within the CITY’s jurisdiction, to facilitate coordination of inspections, reports, and any assurances to state and federal funders of affordable housing.
V. RESPONSIBILITIES OF THE CITIES
A. Pursuant to the ACT, by signing this Agreement, each CITY affirms that it has adopted and is enforcing:
1. A policy prohibiting the use of excessive force by law enforcement agencies within its jurisdiction against any individuals engaged in non-violent civil rights demonstrations.
2. A policy of enforcing applicable State and local laws against physically barring entrance to or exit from a facility or location which is the subject of such non-violent civil rights demonstrations within its jurisdiction.
B. It is understood and agreed that pursuant to the ACT, each participating CITY:
1. May not apply for grants from appropriations under the State CDBG program for fiscal years during the period in which it participates in the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM;
2. May receive a formula allocation under the HOME program only through the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM. Thus, even if the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM does not receive a HOME formula allocation, the participating unit of local government cannot form a HOME consortium with other local governments. (Note: This does not preclude the COUNTY or a unit of government participating with the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM from 7 1
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3. May receive a formula allocation under the ESG program only through the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM. This does not preclude the COUNTY or a unit of general local government participating with the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM from applying to the State for ESG funds if the State allows.
C. Each CITY must follow all applicable requirements within the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM’s Citizen Participation Plan. Citizen participation and the Local Public Meeting Process requirements must be met prior to the CITY submitting to the COUNTY any application for CDBG funding for a new project.
D. Each CITY must maintain records that demonstrate compliance with fair housing, accessibility, and civil rights objectives. These records shall be provided to the COUNTY upon request.
E. The CITIES do not have the power to veto or otherwise restrict, obstruct implementation, or withhold support to the community development and housing assistance activities referred to in the Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan, for any program year covered by this Agreement and/or such additional time as may be required for the expenditure of funds granted to the COUNTY for such period.
F. Shall provide to developers proposing an affordable housing development project seeking State tax credits a completed California Tax Credit Allocation Committee (CTCAC) Local Reviewing Agency Evaluation Form after first discussing with the COUNTY any responses (or lack thereof) to questions concerning the use of CDBG, HOME, or ESG; and, after completion of the form, provide a courtesy copy to the County. This coordination of response is needed to ensure the accuracy of information provided by the CITY to CTCAC.
G. Shall collaborate with the COUNTY on matters of the Housing Element, substandard housing code enforcement, and ensuring housing for low-income households remains decent, safe, and sanitary. Collaboration includes promotion of rehabilitation program, inspections of affordable housing, referral of suspected low-income households living in 8 1
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H. Shall collaborate and share information with the COUNTY on land use applications, entitlement applications, and building inspections for projects which are utilizing COUNTY-administered CDBG, HOME, or ESG funding. This includes ensuring enforcement of applicable regulations governing the use of specific funding sources prior to issuing a building permit.
I. Shall consider in subsequent years whether to add a portion of CITYallocated CDBG funds to support owner-occupied housing rehabilitation activities carried out by the COUNTY.
J. Nothing herein shall be construed as limiting, in any manner, the powers of any of the respective parties to initiate and complete a local activity within their respective jurisdiction with their own funds.
VI. ALLOCATION OF HOME FUNDING
A. The COUNTY agrees to make HOME funds available for eligible activities (including housing development and multifamily housing preservation) within the jurisdiction of the unincorporated area of the COUNTY and the CITIES through its Department of Public Works and Planning Community Development Division.
B. HOME funds will be provided pursuant to the terms of the COUNTY’s annual Notice of Funding Opportunity, consistent with the 2025-29 Consolidated Plan, and the County’s Citizen Participation Plan.
C. The authority to approve HOME funds for eligible housing developers, entities, and agencies for eligible activities shall rest with the COUNTY’s Board of Supervisors.
D. CITIES participating in the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM do not receive individual allocations of HOME funds.
VII. ALLOCATION OF CDBG FUNDING FOR HOUSING ACTIVITIES
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B. CITIES will be invited to designate a portion of their CDBG funding for owner-occupied housing rehabilitation efforts administered by the County.
C. The COUNTY may, but bears no obligation to, utilize COUNTYadministered CDBG funds for the benefit of low-income owners residing in CITIES.
VIII. COORDINATION OF INSPECTIONS AND REPORTS FOR STATE HOUSING FUNDS
A. The parties acknowledge that coordination on State funding for affordable housing (such as the Permanent Local Housing Allocation) is not material to the federal Urban County requirements or HUD obligations. However, as an independent mutual benefit of this Agreement, the COUNTY agrees to inform CITY when it reserves funding it administers for an affordable housing project within CITY limits; and the CITY agrees to facilitate coordination of inspections, reports, and assurances for affordable housing projects funded by the COUNTY within the CITY’s jurisdiction.
IX. ALLOCATION OF ESG FUNDING
B. The COUNTY shall administer an ESG program for homeless services and other eligible activities through its Department of Social Services in partnership with the Fresno-Madera Continuum of Care (FMCOC).
C. In accordance with applicable Federal law supporting services based on recipients’ relative needs, the COUNTY may use its ESG funds for the residents of the entire COUNTY. To the extent possible, the COUNTY shall prioritize ESG services for residents of the CITIES and unincorporated areas of the COUNTY, though service points may be centrally located (i.e. within the City of Fresno) and outside the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM jurisdiction.
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30 X. ALLOCATION OF CDBG FUNDING TO CITIES
A. The allocation of new incoming Federal funds for annual expenditures on CDBG activities shall be made in accordance with Exhibit B “CDBG Funding Distribution.” This distribution follows the mathematical methodology used by HUD in its Formula A calculations described in the HUD publication, “CDBG Formula Targeting to Community Development Need” (February 1, 2005) and which is currently accessible for viewing at the weblink:
https://www.huduser.gov/portal/publications/commdevl/cdbgAssess.html .
B. It is understood and agreed that any proposed CDBG expenditure is subject to the condition that a different distribution of funds may occur at the COUNTY’s discretion when made necessary to comply with the ACT, including but not limited to expenditure requirements.
C. If a CITY’s CDBG funds are advanced to one or more other participating CITIES in order to accelerate expenditures, including but not limited to meet requirements for timeliness of expenditures, the CITY advancing funds shall be reimbursed by the recipient of those funds with the recipient’s next program year allocation(s).
D. Any CDBG funds remaining available to any CITY and not allocated during the term of this Agreement to an activity upon which substantial progress is being made, will no longer be available to that CITY should that CITY not enter into the next succeeding Joint Powers Agreement. Such CDBG funds shall be distributed to the COUNTY and the thenparticipating CITIES of that Joint Powers Agreement, based upon the formula established by the ACT.
XI. CITIES AS SUBRECIPIENTS OF CDBG FUNDS
A. Each CITY, pursuant to 24 CFR 570.501(b), is considered a subrecipient of CDBG funds, and is subject to the requirements for subrecipients. Before disbursing CDBG funds to a subrecipient, the COUNTY shall prepare a written Agreement in accordance with Federal regulations (as described in 24 CFR 570.503), and execute such Agreement with the subrecipient. The Agreement shall remain in effect during any period that the subrecipient has use of CDBG funds, including program income.
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A. Each CITY agrees to develop and complete eligible program activities in a timely manner so that the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM will comply with Federal expenditure requirements. Time is of the essence in completing these activities.
B. Each CITY agrees to submit application(s) for eligible CDBG activities no later than July 31st prior to the start of each program year. Should a CITY not submit an application for an eligible activity by the July 31st date, and/or make substantial progress toward completion of an eligible activity during the program year in which the funds are allocated, upon mutual agreement by the staff of all the parties, the COUNTY shall redistribute funds to other participating CITIES with an eligible activity ready to commence.
C. Each CITY in formulating its annual application to expend CITY-allocated CDBG funds shall conduct at least one annual public meeting to provide its residents an opportunity to participate in the recommendation of activities for the CDBG program. Such meetings shall be conducted whenever a participating CITY intends to seek approval for an activity to be funded with CDBG funds. If a CITY intends to continue with a multi-year activity that was approved as a multi-year activity during a prior year, then this public meeting requirement may be waived. Each of the participating CITIES shall provide reasonable notice to its residents of said meetings and shall make efforts to disseminate information to the public concerning a particular activity.
D. If a CITY, due to unforeseen and uncontrollable circumstances, cannot comply with the time schedule within an executed project agreement, the schedule for the activity may be extended by the COUNTY. If an extension is granted, the CITY shall take all appropriate measures to ensure the adjusted timeline is met.
E. Determination regarding substantial progress towards goals and spending shall be made by the COUNTY in its sole discretion.
XIII. CITY REIMBURSEMENT OF CDBG FUNDS DUE TO AUDIT FINDING OR
CANCELLATION
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B. If a CITY, for any reason, cancels a program activity without completion, fails to perform to the terms of their subrecipient agreement, or the project fails to meet a national CDBG objective, the CITY shall reimburse to the COUNTY the amount of all CDBG funds provided to the CITY for the activity. The reimbursed amount of funds shall be credited back to the CITY’s allocation of CDBG funds.
XIV. CDBG PROGRAM INCOME
A. CDBG Program Income shall not be factored into the CDBG Allocation formula; however, consistent with the ACT, the COUNTY may retain 20% of all CITY-generated program income received for COUNTY’s administrative purposes.
B. The reporting obligation of the CITIES pursuant to the ACT shall include the following (as may be amended by HUD from time to time):
1. A participating CITY must inform the COUNTY when any program income is generated by the expenditure of CDBG funds.
2. In the event of close-out of the CDBG program or a change in status of a participating CITY, each participating CITY must inform the COUNTY of any CDBG generated program income received, regardless of whether the income was received before or after the close-out or change in status.
3. Any program income generated by a CITY CDBG-funded activity must be paid to the COUNTY. The COUNTY shall credit the amount to that CITY’S CDBG allocation in August of the fiscal year following when program income was accrued for use on subsequent CITY CDBG-eligible activities in accordance with Federal requirements; provided that the CITY is participating in the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM at the time the program income is generated.
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5. CDBG program income will be made available to a CITY either upon receipt by the COUNTY, or not later than the subsequent program year.
XV. REAL PROPERTY ACQUIRED OR IMPROVED WITH CDBG FUNDS
A. The following requirements shall continue in effect for five years after the Project is completed in HUD’s Integrated Disbursement and Information System (IDIS):
1. Each participating CITY must obtain prior written approval from the COUNTY before making any modification or change in the use of any real property improved, in whole or in part, using CDBG funds in excess of $25,000.
2. The CITY shall provide affected citizens with notice of, and opportunity to comment on, any proposed change to the use of real property improved with CDBG funds.
3. If any real property improved with CDBG funds is sold and/or is utilized by the CITY for a use which does not qualify under the CDBG requirements, the CITY shall reimburse the COUNTY in an amount equal to the current fair market value for the property, less any proportional share thereof attributable to expenditures of non-CDBG funds.
B. It is therefore understood and agreed that pursuant to the ACT:
1. In the event the CDBG program is closed-out, or there is a change in status of the cooperation agreement between the COUNTY and participating CITY, the requirements of this Section shall remain in effect for activities funded with CDBG funds, unless action is taken by the Federal government to relieve the COUNTY and the participating CITIES of these obligations.
2. If a CITY is required to repay the COUNTY for reasons described in this Section of the Agreement, the COUNTY shall make the repaid funds available to that CITY for eligible CDBG activities in accordance with Federal requirements; provided that the CITY is participating in the URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM at the time of the reimbursement.
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The following requirements shall continue in effect for the duration of the applicable CDBG or HOME Period of Affordability for properties that were acquired or improved with CDBG or HOME funds:
1. The COUNTY shall provide each CITY with a list of improved properties in the HOME or CDBG Period of Affordability.
2. Each CITY shall provide the COUNTY with an annual report of code enforcement reports, if any such reports exist, on assisted or improved properties within the CITY’s jurisdiction.
3. The COUNTY and each CITY may mutually identify an alternative method of sharing information in lieu of the methods described above.
XVII. HOLD HARMLESS
Each party to this Agreement shall indemnify, defend and hold harmless the other parties, their officers, agents, employees and representatives, from any and all loss, liability, costs, expenses and damage to persons or property, and from any and all claims, demands and actions in law or equity (including attorney's fees and legal expenses) arising or alleged to have arisen directly from the wrongful act caused by its respective activities pursuant to this Agreement.
XVIII. ASSIGNMENT OF AGREEMENT
This Agreement shall be binding upon the parties hereto and their successors and assigns.
XIX. SIGNED IN COUNTERPARTS
It is understood that there may be a number of duplicate originals of this Agreement, and the signature of any representative member on any one Agreement shall be deemed applicable to all such duplicated originals. Additionally, this Agreement may be executed in any number of counterparts, each of which shall be deemed an original. The parties agree that the County may assemble together in the original agreement to be provided to the COUNTY’s Board of Supervisors for signature, one original signature page from each 15 1
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XX. ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES
The parties agree that this Agreement may be executed by electronic signature as provided in this section.
A. An “electronic signature” means any symbol or process intended by an individual signing this Agreement to represent their signature, including but not limited to (1) a digital signature; (2) a faxed version of an original handwritten signature; or (3) an electronically scanned and transmitted (for example by PDF document) version of an original handwritten signature.
B. Each electronic signature affixed or attached to this Agreement (1) is deemed equivalent to a valid original handwritten signature of the person signing this Agreement for all purposes, including but not limited to evidentiary proof in any administrative or judicial proceeding, and (2) has the same force and effect as the valid original handwritten signature of that person.
C. The provisions of this section satisfy the requirements of Civil Code section 1633.5, subdivision (b), in the Uniform Electronic Transaction Act (Civil Code, Division 3, Part 2, Title 2.5, beginning with section 1633.1).
D. Each party using a digital signature represents that it has undertaken and satisfied the requirements of Government Code section 16.5, subdivision (a), paragraphs (1) through (5), and agrees that each other party may rely upon that representation.
E. This Agreement is not conditioned upon the parties conducting the transactions under it by electronic means and any party may sign this Agreement with an original handwritten signature.
XXI. AUTHORIZED SIGNATURES
A. Each CITY represents and warrants to the COUNTY that:
1. The CITY is duly authorized and empowered to sign and perform its obligations under this Agreement.
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30 I HEREBY CERTIFY that the terms and provisions of this Agreement are fully authorized under the laws of the State of California, all local laws, and that this Agreement provides full legal authority for the COUNTY to undertake, or assist in undertaking, essential community development and housing assistance activities in the cities participating in this Agreement.
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COUNTY OF FRESNO’s URBAN COUNTY PROGRAM for COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT (CDBG), HOME INVESTMENT PARTNERSHIPS (HOME), and
EMERGENCY SOLUTIONS GRANTS (ESG) ENTITLEMENT FUNDING
FOR JULY 1, 2027, TO JUNE 30, 2043
CITY OF [CITY]
By_____________________________
ATTEST:
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City Clerk, City of [CITY]
For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO CITY COUNCIL
TO: Orange Cove City Council
FROM: Javier Peña, Police Chief
SUBJECT: Resolution No. 2026-26 acceptance of a California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP) Law Enforcement Award 30915 for the Orange Cove Police Department's DUI Enforcement Project, and Authorization for the City Manager to Execute the Grant Agreement and Related Documents.
ATTACHMENTS: Resolution No. 2026-26, Grant Agreement
RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends that the City Council adopt Resolution No. 2026-26: (1) accepting the grant award of $142,032.70 from the California Highway Patrol (CHP) Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP), Award No. 30915; (2) authorizing the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement and any related documents, amendments, or certifications necessary to administer the grant; and (3) authorizing the appropriation of grant revenues and expenditures consistent with the approved budget.
BACKGROUND:
The California Highway Patrol administers the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (CTFGP), which is funded pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B) and supports local law enforcement projects that address alcohol and drug-impaired driving. The Orange Cove Police Department (OCPD) submitted a grant application for FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement funding, and CHP has awarded the City Grant Award No. 30915 in an amount not to exceed $142,032.70 for the performance period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
The grant will fund a DUI enforcement, training, and public-education initiative intended to improve road safety in Orange Cove. As a small rural city in eastern Fresno County with a workforce concentrated in agriculture, the City has historically faced challenges securing consistent funding for the specialized training, equipment, and staffing needed for effective DUI enforcement. This grant is intended to close that gap by combining targeted enforcement operations, officer certification training, and community outreach. - Goal 1: Conduct DUI Saturation Patrols to reduce DUI/DUID-related accidents and injuries by 10%.
- Goal 2: Conduct DUI Checkpoints during the year to deter and detect impaired driving, with a goal of reducing DUI/DUID incidents by 15%.
- Goal 3: Train Three officers to complete Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) training, and one sergeant to complete Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) certification, with a goal of improving enforcement and reporting effectiveness by 25%.
- Goal 4: Host Educational Presentations at Schools & Community Events to raise public awareness of the risks and consequences of impaired driving by 10%.
CONFLICT OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
None to the General Fund. This action accepts $142,032.70 in grant revenue from CHP and appropriates a corresponding amount for Project expenditures over the performance period (July 1, 2026 – June 30, 2027). No City matching funds are required. Personnel costs for saturation patrols, checkpoints, training, and outreach will be reimbursed by the grant at the officer/sergeant hourly rates as described in the Grant Agreement. The approved budget is summarized below:
Cost Category Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs – Education/Outreach Materials & Drug Testing Kit $9,025.32 Personnel – Saturation Patrols, Checkpoints, Training, Education/Outreach $48,024.88 Travel – SFST, ARIDE, and DRE Training Per Diem $420.00 Equipment – DUI Patrol Vehicle (Purchase & Outfitting) $84,562.50 Grant Total $142,032.70
Prepared by: Jennifer Hernandez Approved by: Samuel A. Escobar REVIEW: Samuel A. Escobar Finance: _______ City Attorney: ______ TYPE OF ITEM: COUNCIL ACTION: • APPROVED • DENIED • NO
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RESOLUTION NO. 2026-26
A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF ORANGE COVE
ACCEPTING A GRANT AWARD FROM THE CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL CANNABIS TAX FUND GRANT PROGRAM (AWARD NO. 30915), AUTHORIZING
THE CITY MANAGER TO EXECUTE THE GRANT AGREEMENT AND RELATED
DOCUMENTS, AND APPROPRIATING RELATED FUNDS
WHEREAS, the California Highway Patrol (“CHP”) administers the Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program (“CTFGP”), which is funded pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B) to support local law enforcement projects that mitigate alcohol and drugimpaired driving; and WHEREAS, the Orange Cove Police Department (“OCPD”), submitted a grant application to CHP for FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement funding to implement a DUI enforcement, training, and public-education project; and
WHEREAS, CHP has awarded the City Grant Agreement Award No. 30915, entitled “FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement – City of Orange Cove Police Department,” in an amount not to exceed $142,032.70, for the Project performance period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027; and
WHEREAS, the awarded funds will support DUI saturation patrols, DUI checkpoints, acquisition and outfitting of a dedicated DUI patrol vehicle, officer certification training (SFST, ARIDE, and DRE), and public education and outreach activities, as more particularly described in Schedule A to the Grant Agreement; and
WHEREAS, no City General Fund matching contribution is required as a condition of the grant; and
WHEREAS, the Grant Agreement requires that, as a public agency, the City provide CHP with a copy of a resolution of its governing body authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement; and WHEREAS, the City Council desires to accept the grant award and to authorize the City Manager to execute the Grant Agreement and any related documents necessary to implement and administer the Project;
NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED by the City Council of the City of Orange Cove as follows:
1. The foregoing recitals are true and correct and are incorporated herein by this reference.
2. The City Council hereby accepts the grant award from the California Highway Patrol Cannabis Tax Fund Grant Program, Award No. 30915, in an amount not to exceed $142,032.70, for the performance period of July 1, 2026, through June 30, 2027.
3. The City Manager, or their designee, is hereby authorized to execute the Grant Agreement (Award No. 30915) and any subsequent amendments, certifications, assurances, or other documents necessary or convenient to accept, implement, and administer the grant, on behalf of the City and the Orange Cove Police Department.
4. The City's Finance Director, or their designee, is hereby designated as the City's authorized financial contact to receive reimbursement payments under the Grant Agreement and is authorized to submit progress, performance, reimbursement, and final reports as required by the Grant Agreement.
5. The City's Finance Department is hereby authorized to appropriate grant revenues of $142,032.70 and corresponding expenditures for the Project in accordance with the approved budget set forth in Schedule B and Schedule B-1 of the Grant Agreement.
6. The Orange Cove Police Department is authorized to coordinate with any agency having primary traffic jurisdiction prior to conducting grant-funded saturation patrols, checkpoints, or other enforcement activities outside OCPD's primary jurisdiction, as required by the Grant Agreement.
7. The City Clerk is directed to transmit a certified copy of this Resolution to the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit, as required under the Grant Agreement.
8. This Resolution shall take effect immediately upon its adoption.
PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 22nd day of July 2026, at a regular meeting of the Orange Cove City Council by the following vote:
AYES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
NOES: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSTAIN: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
ABSENT: 0 COUNCIL MEMBERS:
Approved:
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Gilbert Garcia
Mayor
Attest:
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Cynthia Cisneros
City Clerk
State of California
DEPARTMENT OF CALIFORNIA HIGHWAY PATROL
GRANT AGREEMENT - Page 1
Award Number
30915 ________________________________________________________________
1. GRANT TITLE
FY26/27 CTFGP Law Enforcement - City of Orange Cove Police Department
2. NAME OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
City of Orange Cove Police Department
3. ORGANIZATION/AGENCY SECTION TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Orange Cove Police Department
4. PROJECT PERFORMANCE PERIOD
From: 07/01/2026 To: 06/30/2027
5. PURCHASE ORDER NUMBER
6. GRANT OPPORTUNITY INFORMATION DESCRIPTION
Law Enforcement grants provide financial assistance to allied agencies for the education, prevention, and the enforcement of laws related to driving under the influence of alcohol and other drugs, including cannabis and cannabis products.
The intent of the program is to educate the public regarding the dangers of impaired driving, enforce impaired driving laws on the roadway, and improve the Organization/Agency’s effectiveness through training and development of new strategies.
7. FUNDS ALLOCATED UNDER THIS GRANT AGREEMENT SHALL NOT EXCEED $142,032.70
8. TERMS AND CONDITIONS
The Grantee agrees to complete the Project, as described in the Project Description. The Grantee’s Grant Application, and the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13, Sections 1890.00-1890.27, are hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement by reference.
The parties hereto agree to comply with the Terms and Conditions of the following attachments:
• Schedule A – Project Description, Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives, and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate
• Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative
We, the officials named below, hereby swear, under penalty of perjury under the laws of the State of California, that we are duly authorized to legally bind the Grant recipient to the above-described Grant Terms and Conditions.
IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Grant Agreement is executed by the parties hereto.
9. APPROVAL SIGNATURES
A. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF ORGANIZATION/AGENCY
Name: Sam Escobar
Title: City Manager
Phone: (559) 626-4488
Address: 633 Sixth Street
Orange Cove, CA 93646
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
B. AUTHORIZED OFFICIAL OF CHP
Name: Elliotte Johnson Phone: (916) 843-4360
Title: Captain Fax: (916) 322-3169
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
C. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF CHP
Name: M. V. Fojas Phone: (916) 843-3531
Title: Commander Fax: (916) 322-3159
Address: 601 North 7th Street
Sacramento, CA 95811
E-Mail: [email protected]
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(Signature) (Date)
10. AUTHORIZED FINANCIAL CONTACT TO RECEIVE
REIMBURSEMENT PAYMENTS
Name: Danny Jimenez
Title: Finance Director
Phone: (559) 626-4488
Address: 633 Sixth Street
Orange Cove, CA 93646
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
Grantee shall comply with the California Code of Regulations, Title 13, Division 2, Chapter 13 Section 1890, et seq. and all other Terms and Conditions noted in this Grant Agreement. Failure by the Grantee to comply may result in the termination of this Grant Agreement by the California Highway Patrol (hereafter referred to as State). The State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
A. EXECUTION
1. The State (the California Highway Patrol) hereby awards, to the Grantee, the sum of money stated on page one of this Grant Agreement. This funding is awarded to the Grantee to carry out the Project set forth in the Project Description and the terms and conditions set forth in this Grant Agreement.
2. The funding for this Grant Agreement is allocated pursuant to California Revenue and Taxation Code Section 34019(f)(3)(B). The Grantee agrees that the State’s obligation to pay any sum under this Grant Agreement is contingent upon availability of funds disbursed from the California Cannabis Tax Fund to the State. If there is insufficient funding, the State shall have the option to either: 1) terminate this Grant Agreement; whereby, no party shall have any further obligations or liabilities under this Grant Agreement, or 2) negotiate a Grant Agreement Amendment to reduce the grant award and scope of work to be provided under this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee is not to commence or proceed with any work in advance of receiving notice that the Grant Agreement is approved. Any work performed by the Grantee in advance of the date of approval by the State shall be deemed volunteer work and will not be reimbursed by the State.
4. The Grantee agrees to provide any additional funding, beyond what the State has agreed to provide, pursuant to this Grant Agreement, and necessary to complete or carry out the Project, as described in this Grant Agreement. Any modification or alteration of this Grant Agreement, as set forth in the Grant Application submitted by the Grantee and on file with the State, must be submitted in writing thirty (30) calendar days in advance to the State for approval.
5. The Grantee agrees to complete the Project within the timeframe indicated in the Project Performance Period, which is on page one of this Grant Agreement.
B. PROJECT ADMINISTRATION
1. The Grantee shall submit all reimbursements, progress, performance, and/or other required reports concerning the status of work performed in furtherance of this Grant Agreement on a quarterly basis, or as requested by the State.
2. The Grantee shall provide the State with a final report showing all Project expenditures, which includes all State and any other Project funding expended, within sixty (60) calendar days after completion of this Grant Agreement.
3. The Grantee shall ensure all equipment which is purchased, maintained, operated, and/or developed is available for inspection by the State.
4. Equipment purchased through this Grant Agreement shall be used for the education, prevention, and enforcement of impaired driving laws, unless the Grantee is funding a portion of the purchased price not dedicated to impaired driving and that portion is not part of the Project costs.
Equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement must only be used for approved Projectrelated purposes, unless otherwise approved by the State in writing.
5. Prior to disposition of equipment acquired under this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall notify the State via e-mail, and by telephone, by calling the California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit at (916) 843-4360.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
C. PROJECT TERMINATION
1. Grantee or the State may terminate this Grant Agreement at any time prior to the commencement of the Project. Once the Project has commenced, this Grant Agreement may only be terminated if the party withdrawing provides thirty (30) calendar days written notice of their intent to withdraw.
a. If by reason of force majeure the performance hereunder is delayed or prevented, then the term end date may be extended by mutual consent for the same amount of time of such delay or prevention. The term “force majeure” shall mean any fire, flood, earthquake, or public disaster, strike, labor dispute or unrest, embargo, riot, war, insurrection or civil unrest, any act of God, any act of legally constituted authority, or any other cause beyond the Grantee’s control which would excuse the Grantee’s performance as a matter of law. b. Grantee agrees to provide written notice of an event of force majeure under this Grant Agreement within ten (10) calendar days of the commencement of such event, and within ten (10) calendar days after the termination of such event, unless the force majeure prohibits Grantee from reasonably giving notice within this period. Grantee will give such notice at the earliest possible time following the event of force majeure.
2. Any violations of law committed by the Grantee, misrepresentations of Project information by the Grantee to the State, submission of falsified documents by the Grantee to the State, or failure to provide records by the Grantee to the State when requested for audit or site visit purposes may be cause for termination. If the Project is terminated for the reasons described in this paragraph, the State will have no obligation to reimburse the Grantee for any additional costs once the Grant Agreement has been terminated.
3. The State may terminate this Grant Agreement and be relieved of any payments should the Grantee fail to perform the requirements of this Grant Agreement at the time and in the manner herein provided. Furthermore, the Grantee, upon termination, shall return grant funds not expended by the Grantee as of the date of termination.
4. If this Grant Agreement is terminated, the State may choose to exclude the Grantee from future Grant Opportunities.
D. FINANCIAL RECORDS
1. The Grantee agrees the State, or their designated representative, shall have the right to review and to copy all records and supporting documentation pertaining to the performance of this Grant Agreement. Grantee agrees to maintain such records for possible audit for a minimum of five (5) years after final payment, unless a longer period of records retention is stipulated or required by law. Grantee agrees to allow the auditor(s) access to such records during normal business hours and to allow interviews of any employees who might reasonably have information related to such records. Furthermore, the Grantee agrees to include a similar right for the State to audit all records and interview staff in any subcontract related to performance of this Grant Agreement.
E. HOLD HARMLESS
1. The Grantee agrees to indemnify, defend, and save harmless the State, its officials, agents and employees from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any and all Grantee’s staff, contractors, subcontractors, suppliers, and other person, firm or corporation furnishing or supplying work services, materials, or supplies in connection with the performance of this Grant Agreement, and from any and all claims and losses accruing or resulting to any person, agency, firm, corporation who may be injured or damaged by the Grantee in performance of this Grant Agreement.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
F. NONDISCRIMINATION
1. The Grantee agrees to comply with State and federal laws outlawing discrimination, including, but not limited to, those prohibiting discrimination because of sex, race, color, ancestry, religion, creed, national origin, physical disability (including HIV and AIDS), mental disability, medical condition (including cancer or genetic characteristics), sexual orientation, political affiliation, position in a labor dispute, age, marital status, and denial of statutorily-required employmentrelated leave. (GC 12990 [a-f] and CCR, Title 2, Section 8103.) G. AMERICANS WITH DISABILITIES ACT
1. The Grantee assures the State it complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) of 1990, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability, as well as all applicable regulations and guidelines issued pursuant to the ADA. (42 U.S.C. 12101 et seq.) H. DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE
1. The Grantee shall comply with the requirements of the Drug-Free Workplace Act of 1990 and will provide a drug-free workplace by taking the following actions:
a. Publish a statement notifying employees that unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensation, possession, or use of a controlled substance is prohibited and specifying actions to be taken against employees for violations.
b. Establish a Drug-Free Awareness Program to inform employees about:
i. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace.
ii. The person's or Organization/Agency's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace. iii. Any available counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs. iv. Penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug abuse violations. c. Every employee who works on the Project will:
i. Receive a copy of the company's drug-free workplace policy statement. ii. Agree to abide by the terms of the company's statement as a condition of employment on the Grant Agreement.
2. Failure to comply with these requirements may result in suspension of payments under this Grant Agreement, or termination of this Grant Agreement, or both, and Grantee may be ineligible for award of any future Grant Agreements if the department determines that any of the following has occurred:
a. The Grantee has made false certification or violated the certification by failing to carry out the requirements, as noted above. (GC 8350 et seq.)
I. LAW ENFORCEMENT AGENCIES
1. All law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall comply with California law regarding racial profiling. Specifically, law enforcement Organization/Agency Grantees shall not engage in the act of racial profiling, as defined in California Penal Code Section 13519.4.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
J. LABOR CODE/WORKERS' COMPENSATION
1. The Grantee is advised and made aware of the provisions which require every employer to be insured against liability for Worker's Compensation or to undertake self-insurance in accordance with the provisions, and Grantee affirms to comply with such provisions before commencing the performance of the work of this Grant Agreement, (refer to Labor Code Section 3700).
K. GRANT APPLICATION INCORPORATION
1. The Grantee agrees the Grant Application and any subsequent changes or additions approved or required by the State is hereby incorporated into this Grant Agreement.
L. STATE LOBBYING
1. The Grantee is advised that none of the funds provided under this Grant Agreement may be used for any activity specifically designed to urge or influence a state or local legislator to favor or oppose the adoption of any specific legislative proposal pending before any state or local legislative body. Such activities include both direct and indirect (e.g., “grassroots”) lobbying activities, with one exception. This does not preclude a state official, whose salary is supported by this Grant Agreement, from engaging in direct communications with the state or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary state and/or local practice.
M. REPRESENTATION AND WARRANTIES
1. The Grantee represents and warrants that:
a. It is validly existing and in good standing under the laws of the State of California, has, or will have the requisite power, authority, licenses, permits, and the like necessary to carry on its business as it is now being conducted and as contemplated in this Grant Agreement, and will, at all times, lawfully conduct its business in compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations, and rules.
b. It is not a party to any Grant Agreement, written or oral, creating obligations that would prevent it from entering into this Grant Agreement or satisfying the terms herein. c. If the Grantee is a Nonprofit Organization/Agency, it will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California taxexempt status. If the Grantee subcontracts with a Nonprofit as part of this Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall ensure the Nonprofit will maintain its “Active” status with the California Secretary of State, maintain its “Current” status with the California Attorney General’s Registry of Charitable Trusts, and maintain its federal and State of California tax-exempt status.
d. All of the information in its Grant Application and all materials submitted are true and accurate.
N. AIR OR WATER POLLUTION VIOLATION
1. Under the state laws, the Grantee shall not be: (1) in violation of any order or resolution not subject to review promulgated by the State Air Resources Board or an air pollution control district; (2) subject to cease and desist order not subject to review issued pursuant to Section 13301 of the Water Code for violation of waste discharge requirements or discharge prohibitions; or (3) finally determined to be in violation of provisions of federal law relating to air or water pollution.
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
O. GRANTEE NAME CHANGE
1. Grantee agrees to immediately inform the State, in writing, of any changes to the name of the person within the Organization/Agency with delegated signing authority.
2. An Amendment is required to change the Grantee's name, as listed on this Grant Agreement. Upon receipt of legal documentation of the name change, the State will process the Amendment. Payment of invoices presented with a new name cannot be paid prior to approval of said Amendment.
P. RESOLUTION
1. A county, city, district, or other local public body shall provide the State with a copy of a resolution, order, motion, or ordinance of the local governing body, which by law, has authority to enter into a Grant Agreement, authorizing execution of the Grant Agreement.
Q. PAYEE DATA RECORD FORM STD. 204
1. This form shall be completed by all non-governmental Grantees.
R. FINANCIAL INFORMATION SYSTEM FOR CALIFORNIA GOVERNMENT AGENCY TAXPAYER ID FORM
1. This form shall be completed by all Grantees.
S. CONFLICT OF INTEREST
1. This section serves to make the Grantee aware of specific provisions related to current or former state employees. If Grantee has any questions regarding the status of any person rendering services or involved with the Grant Agreement, the Grantee shall contact the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) immediately for clarification.
2. Current State Employees:
a. No officer or employee shall engage in any employment, activity, or enterprise, from which the officer or employee receives compensation or has a financial interest, and which is sponsored or funded by any state agency, unless the employment, activity, or enterprise is required, as a condition of regular state employment.
b. No officer or employee shall contract on their own behalf, as an independent Grantee, with any state agency to provide goods or services.
3. Former State Employees:
a. For the two-year period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract in which they engaged in any of the negotiations, transactions, planning, arrangements, or any part of the decision-making process relevant to this Grant Agreement while employed in any capacity by any state agency. b. For the 12-month period from the date they left state employment, no former state officer or employee may enter into a contract with any state agency if they were employed by that state agency in a policy-making position in the same general subject area as the proposed Grant Agreement within the 12-month period prior to their leaving state service.
4. The authorized representative of the Grantee Organization/Agency, named within this Grant Agreement, warrants their Organization/Agency and its employees have no personal or financial interest and no present or past employment or activity, which would be incompatible with
TERMS AND CONDITIONS
participating in any activity related to this Grant Agreement. For the duration of this Grant Agreement, the Organization/Agency and its employees will not accept any gift, benefit, gratuity or consideration, or begin a personal or financial interest in a party who is associated with this Grant Agreement.
5. The Grantee Organization/Agency and its employees shall not disclose any financial, statistical, personal, technical, media-related, and/or other information or data derived from this Grant Agreement, made available for use by the State, for the purposes of providing services to the State, in conjunction with this Grant Agreement, except as otherwise required by law or explicitly permitted by the State in writing. The Grantee shall immediately advise the State of any person(s) who has access to confidential Project information and intends to disclose that information in violation of this Grant Agreement.
6. The Grantee will not enter into any Grant Agreement or discussions with third parties concerning materials described in paragraph five (5) prior to receiving written confirmation from the State that such third party has a Grant Agreement with the State, similar in nature to this one.
7. The Grantee warrants that only those employees who are authorized and required to use the materials described in paragraph 5 will have access to them.
8. If the Grantee violates any provisions in the above paragraphs, such action by the Grantee shall render this Grant Agreement void.
T. EQUIPMENT-USE TERMS
1. The Grantee agrees any equipment purchased under this Grant Agreement shall be used for impaired driving efforts.
2. Law Enforcement Projects:
a. Oral Fluid Drug Screening Devices and Cannabis/Marijuana Breath Testing Equipment - The Grantee agrees to ensure all personnel using road-side drug testing equipment, including oral fluid drug testing devices and/or cannabis/marijuana breath testing devices, purchased with grant funds from this Grant Agreement, are trained to recognize alcohol and drug impairment.
At a minimum, personnel using these devices should receive Standardized Field Sobriety Testing training. These personnel are also encouraged to attend Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement and Drug Recognition Evaluator training. Prior to using these devices, the Grantee agrees to obtain permission from their local prosecutor’s office, establish a policy ensuring appropriate use, and require the staff using these devices to receive appropriate training, which may include training from the manufacturer. This will help ensure the equipment is used appropriately. The Grantee shall advise the State (California Highway Patrol, Impaired Driving Section, Cannabis Grants Unit) of any legal challenges or other items of significance that may affect the use or legal acceptance of these devices.
Additionally, the State may request additional information about the performance of these devices, including information about their use, accuracy, and feedback from personnel using the devices.
b. Law Enforcement Vehicles – The Grantee agrees any law enforcement vehicles purchased with Grant funds, from this Grant Agreement, will be primarily used for the enforcement of driving under the influence laws and/or providing public education, related to the dangers of driving under the influence. Additionally, any vehicle purchased using funds from this Grant Agreement shall comply with all California Vehicle Code and California Code of Regulation requirements. The State may require the Grantee to mark these vehicles with a decal and/or emblem, indicating the vehicle is used for driving under the influence enforcement.
Schedule A
City of Orange Cove ORANGE COVE POLICE DEPARTMENT
The Grantor determined awards and adjustments based on the Project’s merit, operational scale, compliance with the Request for Application (RFA), and program regulations. Certain activities or budget items proposed in Schedule A may have been deemed ineligible for funding. The final, binding list of authorized activities and expenses is set forth in Schedule B - Detailed Budget Estimate.
Project Description
This initiative is to improve road safety in the City of Orange Cove by the enforcement of impaired driving through a combination of training, education, and enforcement measures. Boosted police presence and specialized training for law enforcement personnel—such as Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and Drug Recognition Evaluation (DRE)—will reinforce the enforcement of DUI laws, particularly in relation to alcohol and cannabis impairment. Public education campaigns will increase awareness regarding the risks associated with impaired driving. The project aims to lower the number of DUI incidents and foster safer roadways for the community.
Problem Statement
The City of Orange Cove is a small rural city located in eastern Fresno County, encircled by orchards, with a workforce primarily composed of farm workers. The city faces difficulties in securing a consistent income to adequately fund its police department, which requires sufficient training, equipment, and staffing for effective DUI enforcement. This absence in dedicated enforcement strategies and resources continues to create obstacles in comprehensively tackling impaired driving.
Performance Measures/Scope of Work (Proposed Solution)
1. DUI Saturation Patrols (Q1 = 4, Q2 = 4, Q3 = 4, Q4 = 4) Conduct two saturation patrols each month all year to spot and remove impaired drivers from the roads.
Goal: To lower DUI/DUID-related accidents and injuries by 10%, improving roadway safety in the Orange Cove community.
2. DUI Checkpoints (Q2 = 1, Q4 = 1)
Establish and run two DUI checkpoints to discourage and identify impaired drivers.
Goal: To cut DUI/DUID incidents by 15% and reduce the number of impaired drivers on the roads.
3. Equipment: Q1= Order one DUI/DUID vehicle Q2= Equip vehicle Q3/4= Utilize DUI/DUID vehicle Goal: To use the vehicle during DUI checkpoints, saturation patrols, and community education events.
4. Officer Training: Q1/Q2: (3) Officers will participate in Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) and ARIDE training.
Goal: To improve the skills and reporting abilities of officers involved in DUI Saturation and Checkpoints by 25% for better effectiveness and accuracy.
5. Educational Presentations at Schools & Community Events (Q1 = 1, Q2 = 1, Q3 = 1, Q4 = 1) Engage in community events (for example: High School Career Fairs, Migrant Fairs, City Events, and National Night Out).
Objective: To connect with as many people as possible throughout the year at these events to boost awareness of the risks and repercussions of impaired driving by 10%.
By taking these steps, the Orange Cove Police Department intends to enhance DUI enforcement, raise public awareness, and improve traffic safety in the community.
Schedule A
Project Performance Evaluation
This grant is designed to enhance DUI enforcement, boost public awareness, and train a dedicated traffic officer to improve road safety in the City of Orange Cove. By focusing on targeted enforcement, educational initiatives, and officer training, the project aims to decrease DUI-related incidents and bolster community safety. The project will assess the effectiveness of DUI enforcement by monitoring arrests, citations, and DUIrelated crashes to evaluate its impact. Public awareness efforts will feature community events, an information booth, and social media outreach to gauge shifts in public perception.
Orange Cove officers will undergo specialized training by completing essential courses such as Standard Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training.
To measure the project's success, data collection (Mark43) will include DUI arrest records, crash data, and participation in outreach events, while officer testimonials and community feedback will offer valuable qualitative insights.
An important aspect of the project is a strategic communication plan designed to keep both internal and external stakeholders informed. Internally, performance reports and statistics will be provided to city officials during council meetings. Externally, results will be shared via public meetings, and reports available on the Police Departments website and social media platforms.
Program Sustainability
The Orange Cove Police Department is devoted to training and certifying law enforcement officers in Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST), Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE), and Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) training. With these training officers' abilities to identify and remove impaired drivers from the roads. The Police Department will be dedicated in reaching out to the public and informing the public about the risks of impaired driving. For example, they engage in community events and set up booths with educational resources.
The project will be sustainable by creating a solid foundation for these activities through adequate training, equipment, and tools for law enforcement staff. This strategy will develop a strong program, foster community trust, and improve road safety.
Administrative Support
The City of Orange Cove is managed by skilled professionals. The City Manager has a background in municipal administration and grant management, effectively obtaining and overseeing funds for public services and infrastructure. For instance, in 2014, he played a key role in the passage of Measure O, a Police/Fire Parcel Tax Revenue Measure.
The Orange Cove Police Department is run by a team with over 50 years of law enforcement experience. The Department focuses on community policing, emphasizing trust-building, public safety, and open communication between officers and residents. The department has successfully secured grants such as DOJ Tobacco, BSCC, and COPS, among others.
Schedule B
Detailed Budget Estimate
Award Number Organization/Agency Total Amount
30915 City of Orange Cove Police Department $142,032.70 Cost Category Line Item Name Total Cost to Grant
Other Direct Costs
Education/Outreach Materials and Supplies $2,200.00
Drug Testing Kit $6,825.32
Category Sub-Total $9,025.32
Personnel
ARIDE Training - Attend $755.52
DUI Checkpoint $7,816.32
DUI Saturation Patrol $29,399.04
Education/Outreach $3,266.56
SFST Training - Attend $3,219.84
DRE Training - Attend $3,567.60
Category Sub-Total $48,024.88
Travel
SFST Training - Attend Travel $180.00
ARIDE Training - Attend Travel $40.00
DRE Training - Attend Travel $200.00
Category Sub-Total $420.00
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle $84,562.50
Category Sub-Total $84,562.50
Grant Total $142,032.70
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove ORANGE COVE POLICE DEPARTMENT
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Other Direct Costs
Drug Testing Kit
$6,825.32
Abbott SoToxa Oral Fluid Mobile Test System
Part #: IATOX400SFWOUS
$6,825.32
Education/Outreach Materials and Supplies
$2,200.00
Education/Outreach Materials and Supplies
$2,200
Flyers - Printed materials will include facts, data, Posters and images related to impaired driving Personnel
ARIDE Training - Attend
$755.52
$755.52- 1 SGT @ $57.36
DUI Checkpoint
$7,816.32
2 checkpoints @ 12 hrs each
One Sergeant - Rate: $57.36/hr
Six Officers - Rate: $44.72/hr
Cost per staff per operation
Sergeant - $57.36/hr x 12= $688.32
Officers - $44.72/hr x 12= $536.64
Final cost for all 2 operations:
Sergeant - $688.32 x 2= $1,376.64
Officers – $536.64 x 2 = $1,073.28 x 6 officers = $ 6,439.68 Total Cost: $7,816.32
DUI Saturation Patrol
$29,399.04
24 patrols @12 hrs each
Staffing:
One Sergeant – Rate: $57.36 /hr
One Officer – Rate: $44.72/hr
Cost per staff per operation:
Sergeant - $57.36/hr x 12= $688.32
Officer - $44.72 x 12= $536.64
Final cost for all 24 operations:
Sergeant - $688.32 x 24= $16,519.68
Officer – $536.64 x 24= $12,879.36.
Total Cost: $ 29,399.04
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
Education/Outreach
$3,266.56
4 activities @ 8 hours
$3,266.56
1sgt @ $57.36 x 8 x 4= $1,835.52 1 officer @ $44.72 x 8 x 4= $1431.04 SFST Training - Attend
$3,219.84
$3,219.84- 3 officers @ $44.72 x 24 hrs
DRE Training - Attend
$3,567.60
DRE Training for 1 SGT @ $57.36 hourly
Travel
SFST Training - Attend Travel
$180.00
Trainings will be held in Fresno / per Diem (Meals)
SFST Training
3 Officer- Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) Training / Under the Influence Location: Fresno, CA Per Diem (Meals): $20 per day / 3 days = $60 x 3 officers = $180 No Mileage due to them using city owned vehicles
Total Estimated Cost: $180.00
ARIDE Training - Attend Travel
$40.00
ARIDE Training
1 Sergeant- Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) Training Location: Fresno, CA Per Diem (Meals): $20 per day / 2 days = $40
No Mileage due to them using city owned vehicles
Total Estimated Cost: $40.00
DRE Training - Attend Travel
$200.00
DRE Training
1 Sergeant- Drug Recognition Expert (DRE) Certification Training Location: Fresno, CA
Per Diem (Meals): $20 per day / 10 days = $200
No Mileage due to them using city owned vehicles
Total Estimated Cost: $200.00
Schedule B-1
Budget Narrative
City of Orange Cove Police Department
Prior to engaging in grant-funded Saturation Patrols, DUI Checkpoints, or other enforcement activities in areas where the grantee does not have primary traffic jurisdiction, the grantee should consult with the agency having primary traffic jurisdiction.
DUI Patrol Vehicle $51,256.50
Other charges are outfitting
Outiffiting Patrol Vehicle: $21,306.00
•Code 3 Emergency Lights
•Push Bumper
•Running Board Lights
•Full two Prisoner partition
•Havis outlets center console
•Siren Whelen Core
•Rear / Side emergency blue red lights
PD Logo, DUI Messaging, MDT, Radio: $12,000
•Mobile Data Terminal Panasonic CF33
•Department decals with DUI enforcement Messages approved by the CHP. * NOTE: CGU WILL ONLY COVER 1 YEAR RADIO ESSENTIAL SERVICE- AGENCY IS RESPONSIBLE FOR
REMAINING WARRANTY COSTS
Equipment
DUI Patrol Vehicle
$84,562.50
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2 For the Meeting of July 22, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
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Orange Cove City Council
Shun Patlan, Community Development Director
Final Parcel Map No. 2025-01, Brad Berg (Blyss Investments, LLC) Dividing a Single Parcel Into Two Separate Parcels Ranging From 0.09 Acres/8,287 sq. ft for Parcel "A" and 0.15/6,713 Acres for Parcel "B" located1/10 Acres In Size Located At811 "I" Street (APN 378-173-01)
Resolution No. 2026-27
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RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends the City Council consider approving Resolution No. 2026-27 approving the Brad Berg Final Parcel Map 2025-01.
BACKGROUND:
The applicants are seeking approval of the Final Parcel Map No. 2025-01. The applicants applied and received a recommendation for approval of the Tentative Parcel Map to the City Council from the Orange Cove Planning Commission on January 20, 2026.
The objective of the proposed Final Parcel Map is to create two smaller lots 1) Parcel "A"/8,287 square feet and Parcel "B"/6,713 from an existing lot of 15,000.00 square feet located at 811 "I" Street (APN 378- 173-01)
Findings:
1. The parcel map will not have an adverse impact on the health and safety of the nearby neighborhood or the community at large.
2. The parcel map will not pose land use conflicts for surrounding properties given that commercial uses exist to the south, industrial uses to the east and vacant land to the west and north.
3. The parcel map is consistent with the Orange Cove's General Plan which designates the subject site for community commercial uses.
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2 4. The parcel map is consistent with the development standards of the community commercial district.
5. The parcel map will provide additional commercial lots on Orange Cove that could potentially enhance the city's tax base.
6. The parcel map is categorically exempt under CEQA, indicating that it will not have an adverse impact on the environment.
The office of the city engineer has found the Brad Berg Final Parcel Map 2025-01 substantially in compliance with the approved Tentative Parcel Map and recommends approval.
ENVIRONMENTAL REVIEW:
The proposed project will not have a significant impact on the environment and is categorically exempt under the California Environmental Quality Act, Section 15332, Class 32.
CONFLICTS OF INTEREST:
None.
FISCAL IMPACT:
There are no financial impacts at this time, however upon future commercial development the city will receive development impact fees, land application processing fees and building permit fees.
Shun Patlan
Community Development Director
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RESOLUTION NO. 20026-27
A RESOLUTION BEFORE THE CITY COUNCIL, CITY OF ORANGE COVE, STATE OF CALIFORNIA APPROVING AN APPLICATION FOR A FINAL PARCEL MAP NO. 2025-01,
BRAD BERG (BLYSS INVESTMENTS, LLC) A REQUEST TO SUBDIVIDE A SINGLE PARCEL INTO TWO SEPARATE PARCELS RANGING FROM 0.09 ACRES/8,287 SQAURE FEET FOR PARCEL "A" AND 0.15\6,713 ACRES FOR PARCEL "B" LOCATED AT 811 "I" STREET (APN 378-173-01)
WHEREAS, Brad Berg (Blyss Investments, LLC) have applied for a Final Parcel Map to divide a single parcel into two separate parcels ranging from 0.09 acres/8,287 square feet for Parcel "A" and 0 .15 acres/6, 713 square feet for Parcel "B" located at 811 "I" Street, Orange Cove, and; WHEREAS, the City Council finds the final parcel map in accordance with Chapter 16.28 of the Subdivision Ordinance of the City of Orange Cove, based on the evidence contained in the staff report and;
WHEREAS, the City Council finds that the project will not have a significantly adverse impact on the environment, the lead agency has prepared environmental review documents pursuant to the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA), and Final Map approval is statutorily exempt pursuant to Cal. Code of Regs., Sec. 15268(b)(3); and;
WHEREAS, THE Planning Commission reviewed and approved the Brad Berg (Blyss Investments) Tentative Parcel Map 2025-01 on January 20, 2026 NOW, THEREFORE BE IT RESOLVED, that the City Council of the City of Orange Cove hereby makes the following findings:
1. That the proposed location and layout of the Brad Berg (Blyss Investments, LLC) Final Parcel Map No. 2025-0 I its improvement by design, and the conditions under which it will be maintained are consistent with the policies and intent of the General Plan, Zoning Ordinance, and Subdivision Ordinance.
2. That the proposed Brad Berg (Blyss Investments, LLC) Final Parcel Map No.2025-01, its improvement and design, and the conditions under which it will be maintained will not be detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare, nor materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity, nor is it likely to cause serious public health problems. The project site shares a border with existing residential development.
3. That the site is physically suitable for the Brad Berg (Blyss Investments) Final Parcel Map No. 2025-01 and has been determined to be in conformity with all provisions of Title 16 of the Orange Cove Municipal Code, and is not detrimental to the public health, safety, or welfare or materially injurious to properties or improvements in the vicinity. 1 To:
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For the Meeting of July 22nd, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Orange Cove City Council
Joe Estrada, Public Works Director
Request for Approval to Apply for the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution District Grant for Electric Utility Cart, For the Sports Rec Department Grant Information
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the Public Works Department to apply for grant funding through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) for the purchase of one Hauler XL Long Bed Electric Utility Cart for use by the City of Orange Cove Sports Recreation Department.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Orange Cove Recreation Department is responsible for maintaining numerous parks, athletic fields, recreational facilities, and community event venues throughout the City. As the City's recreation programs continue to expand, staff are required to transport field maintenance equipment, snack bar supplies, sporting equipment, tables, chairs, refuse containers, and other materials over a wide range of park grounds daily.
The department's existing transportation resources are limited and do not adequately support the growing operational demands of maintaining City recreational facilities. The addition of a Hauler XL Long Bed Electric Utility Cart will provide Recreation staff with a reliable, zero-emission vehicle capable of safely and efficiently transporting personnel, equipment, and supplies throughout the City's parks and recreation areas.
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District offers grant funding to assist public agencies in purchasing zero-emission equipment that improves operational efficiency while reducing emissions. This funding opportunity will allow the city to increase and modernize its Recreation Department fleet while supporting regional clean-air initiatives
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
Staff recommends taking advantage of this grant opportunity to strengthen the City's Recreation Department equipment fleet while significantly reducing the overall cost of acquiring a new electric utility vehicle. The Hauler XL Long Bed Electric Utility Cart will improve operational efficiency by providing dependable transportation for field maintenance equipment, snack bar supplies, and event materials across the City's parks and recreation facilities.
Approval of this request will allow the City to maximize available grant funding, expand its fleet of zeroemission equipment, reduce long-term operating and maintenance costs, and continue providing highquality recreational services to the community.
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For the Meeting of July 22nd, 2026
CITY OF ORANGE COVE
REPORT TO THE CITY COUNCIL
Orange Cove City Council
Joe Estrada, Public Works Director
Approval to Apply for the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution District Grant for the Purchase of a Greenworks Commercial OptimusZ 60 Grant Information
Staff recommends that the City Council authorize the Public Works Department to apply for grant funding through the San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District (SJVAPCD) Commercial Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment Incentive Program for the purchase of one Greenworks Commercial OptimusZ 60-inch Electric Zero-Turn Mower.
BACKGROUND:
The City of Orange Cove continues to experience residential and commercial growth, resulting in additional park acreage and landscaped public spaces that require routine mowing and maintenance. As the City's park system expands, Public Works staff are responsible for maintaining an increasing number of acres while continuing to provide safe, attractive, and well-maintained parks for residents and visitors.
To meet these growing maintenance demands, staff is seeking to expand and modernize the City's parks equipment fleet by purchasing a Greenworks Commercial OptimusZ 60-inch Electric Zero-Turn Mower.
This commercial-grade mower will improve mowing efficiency, reduce equipment downtime, eliminate fuel consumption, lower maintenance costs, and reduce emissions and noise associated with gasolinepowered equipment.
The San Joaquin Valley Air Pollution Control District offers grant funding to assist public agencies in replacing or purchasing qualifying zero-emission commercial landscape equipment. This grant provides an excellent opportunity for the City to invest in reliable equipment while significantly reducing the overall purchase cost.
REASON FOR RECOMMENDATION:
The Public Works Department recommends taking advantage of this grant opportunity to strengthen and modernize the City's parks maintenance equipment fleet. Approval of this application will allow the City to purchase a high-quality commercial electric mower at a substantially reduced cost while improving operational efficiency, reducing long-term maintenance and fuel expenses, and supporting regional air quality improvement efforts.
Investing in this equipment will ensure Public Works staff can continue providing high-quality maintenance of the City's growing park system while utilizing environmentally responsible equipment.