Porterville City Council
September 1, 2026

City Council Agenda September 1, 2026

CITY OF PORTERVILLE - CITY COUNCIL AGENDA
CITY HALL, 291 N. MAIN STREET

PORTERVILLE, CALIFORNIA
SEPTEMBER 1, 2026, 5:30 PM
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Call to Order
Roll Call

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This is the opportunity to address the City Council on any matter scheduled for Closed Session. Unless additional time is authorized by the Council, each speaker shall be limited to three minutes.

CITY COUNCIL CLOSED SESSION:

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A. Closed Session Pursuant to:

1 - Government Code Section 54956.8 – Conference with Real Property Negotiators/Property: APN: 302-110-054, 302-110-074, and 302-470-004. Agency Negotiator: Richard Tree. Negotiating Parties: City of Porterville and Tule River Indian Tribe of California. Under Negotiation: Terms and Price. 2 - Government Code Section 54956.95 – Liability Claim: Claimant: Infinity Insurance as subrogee of Tyson Gibson. Agency claimed against: City of Porterville. 3 - Government Code Section 54956.95 – Liability Claim: Claimant: Michael Snitzer. Agency claimed against: City of Porterville.

4 - Government Code Section 54956.9(d) (2) – Conference with Legal Counsel – Anticipated Litigation – Significant Exposure to Litigation: One (1) case in which facts are not yet known to potential plaintiff.
5 - Government Code Section 54957 -- Public Employee Performance Evaluation -- Title:

City Manager.
6:30 P.M. RECONVENE OPEN SESSION AND REPORT ON REPORTABLE ACTION

TAKEN IN CLOSED SESSION
Pledge of Allegiance Led by Council Member Beltran
Invocation

COUNCIL COMMENTS

PRESENTATIONS
Employee of the Month - Eliza Gonzalez

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This is the opportunity to address the Council on any matter of interest, whether on the agenda or not. Please address all items not scheduled for public hearing at this time. Unless additional time is authorized by the Council, each speaker shall be limited to three minutes. The total time for public comment shall not exceed one hour.

COUNCIL COMMENTS

CONSENT CALENDAR
All Consent Calendar Items are considered routine and will be enacted in one motion. There will be no separate discussion of these matters unless a request is made, in which event the item City Council Agenda September 1, 2026

will be removed from the Consent Calendar. All items removed from the Consent Calendar for further discussion will be heard at the end of Scheduled Matters.

1. Authorization to Purchase Street Sweeper
Re: Consideration of authorizing the purchase of one Schwarze M6SE Avalanche street sweeper from Schwarze Industries through Sourcewell Contract No. 062425-SWZ, with Municipal Maintenance Equipment serving as the local dealer, in an amount not to exceed $522,248.55, including a ten percent contingency, funded through the Solid Waste Reserve Fund.

2. Authorization to Purchase Organics Containers and Education Materials Re: Consideration of authorizing the purchase of countertop compost containers from Wastequip, two-yard organics containers from Sierra Container Group, and printing and mailing of organics education materials through DataPros, in a combined amount not to exceed $67,847.67, funded through the CalRecycle SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant.

3. Authorization to Procure Transit Maintenance Training and Support Equipment Re: Consideration of authorizing the procurement of manufacturer-specific transit maintenance training from New Flyer of America Inc. and specialized diagnostic equipment, software, tools, and maintenance support resources from NFI Parts, Inc. for the City's nine New Flyer XN35 CNG buses, utilizing FTA Section 5339 and Local Transportation Funds.

4. Authorization to Renew San Joaquin Valley Library System Membership Re: Consideration of authorizing the renewal of the City's San Joaquin Valley Library System membership and related technology services for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in the amount of $49,332, funded equally from the General Fund and Measure H.

5. Authorization to Repair Fire Engine No. 2210
Re: Consideration of authorizing repairs to Fire Engine No. 2210 by Burton's Fire in an amount not to exceed $28,206.98, including a ten percent contingency, funded through the FY 2026-27 Fire Department Operating Budget.

6. Authorization to Transfer Burton Ballfields Improvements to Burton School District Re: Consideration of approving the Burton Ballfields Improvements Transfer Agreement with Burton School District, transferring the City's ownership interest in the recreational improvements located at 2375 W. Morton Avenue to the District.

7. Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Year 4 and 5 Funding Awards Re: Consideration of approving Permanent Local Housing Allocation Year 4 and Year 5 funding awards to Central California Family Crisis Center, Family Services of Tulare County, and Kings View totaling $465,225.77, and authorizing issuance of a Request for Proposals for the remaining Year 4 Navigation Center Operations funding.

8. License Agreement with the County of Tulare for Local Initiatives Navigation Centers (LINC) Events at the Porterville Navigation Center
Re: Consideration of approving a License Agreement with the County of Tulare for nonexclusive use of designated parking spaces at the Porterville Navigation Center located at 140 South C Street for weekly LINC events.

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9. Authorization for Street Closure — Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off Re: Consideration of authorizing the temporary street closure of Main Street from Morton Avenue to Putnam Avenue, and Harrison Avenue, Thurman Avenue, and Cleveland Avenue from Division Street to the alley east of Main Street, on October 3, 2026, from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to accommodate the Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off.

10. Authorization to Schedule a Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code Regarding Entertainment Zones Re: Consideration of authorizing staff to schedule a public hearing for September 15, 2026, regarding amendments to Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code to establish the Porterville Sports Complex as an Entertainment Zone and expand the Downtown Entertainment Zone.

11. Intergovernmental Agreement with Kern Community College District for a Porterville College School Resource Officer
Re: Consideration of approving an Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with Kern Community College District on behalf of Porterville College for a full-time School Resource Officer from September 10, 2026 through June 30, 2029, with reimbursement of actual costs up to $184,500 annually, and authorizing the City Manager to execute the agreement.

12. Acceptance of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant
Re: Consideration of accepting the California Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant No. PT27133 in the amount of $88,000 for traffic safety enforcement, education, training, and related activities.

13. Approval of a Second Municipal Water Service Connection for Property Located at 883 E.

Cleo Avenue
Re: Consideration of adopting a resolution approving a second municipal water service connection for property located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue, subject to the existing Extraterritorial Service Agreement, recorded deed restriction, and Irrevocable Agreement for Annexation.

14. 2026 Biennial Review and Amendment of the City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code Re: Consideration of accepting the Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency 2026 Biennial Report and approving amendments to the City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code, including an updated list of designated positions.

A Council Meeting Recess Will Occur at 8:30 p.m., or as Close to That Time as Possible

PUBLIC HEARINGS

15. Conditional Use Permit (PRC 2026-013-C) for Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street Re: Adjourned public hearing, continued from August 18, 2026, for consideration of a Conditional Use Permit (PRC 2026-013-C) to allow the operation of Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street with a Type 48 Alcoholic Beverage Control license for the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for on-site consumption.

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16. 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) Re: Consideration of conducting a public hearing, approving the City of Porterville 2025- 2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER), and directing staff to submit the final CAPER to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development by September 28, 2026.

17. Amendment to Chapter 25 of the Porterville Municipal Code Regarding Nonfunctional Turf Irrigation
Re: Council to conduct a public hearing to hear public testimony and introduce an ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Porterville Municipal Code to add Section 25-32A.28 regarding the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf in accordance with State law.

SCHEDULED MATTERS

18. Approval and Ratification of 2026 Position Pay Plans Re: Consider adoption of a resolution approving and ratifying the City of Porterville's Position Pay Plans effective January 1, July 1, August 1, and August 16, 2026, reflecting compensation and classification changes previously authorized by the City Council.

19. Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Policy Options
Re: Consideration of mobilehome rent stabilization policy options and providing direction to staff regarding further evaluation and development of a proposed Mobilehome Rent Stabilization Ordinance, exploration of a negotiated Memorandum of Understanding or similar voluntary approach, or discontinuation of further work at this time.

20. Process to Fill District 3 City Council Vacancy
Re: Consideration of establishing an application and interview process to fill the vacant District 3 City Council seat resulting from the resignation of Councilmember AJ Rivas, including solicitation of Requests for Appointment and scheduling a special City Council meeting for September 17, 2026, to consider applicants and potential appointment.

AB 1234 REPORTS
This is the time for all AB 1234 reports required pursuant to Government Code § 53232.3.

1. Tulare County Taskforce on Homelessness - August 19, 2026

ORAL COMMUNICATIONS
This is the opportunity to address the Council on any matter of interest, whether on the agenda or not. Unless additional time is authorized by the Council, each speaker shall be limited to three minutes. The total time for public comment shall not exceed one hour.

OTHER MATTERS
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CLOSED SESSION
Any Closed Session Items not completed prior to 6:30 p.m. will be considered at this time.

ADJOURNMENT - to the meeting of September 15, 2026, at 5:30 p.m.

In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and the California Ralph M. Brown Act, if you need special assistance to participate in this meeting, requesting electronic participation as an accommodation, or to be able to access this agenda and documents in the agenda packet, please contact the Office of City Clerk at (559) 782-7464. Notification 48 hours prior to the meeting will enable the City to make reasonable arrangements to ensure accessibility to this meeting and/or provision of an appropriate alternative format of the agenda and documents in the agenda packet.

Materials related to an item on this Agenda submitted to the City Council after distribution of the Agenda packet are available for public inspection during normal business hours at the Office of City Clerk, 291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257, and on the City’s website at www.ci.porterville.ca.us.

Item No. 1.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Purchase Street Sweeper
SOURCE: Transportation
COMMENT: The Transportation Department is requesting authorization to purchase an additional street sweeper to increase the City's street sweeping capability and improve overall sweeping performance throughout the City. The proposed equipment is a Schwarze M6SE Avalanche single-engine mechanical street sweeper, which is well suited for the City's sweeping operations and provides enhanced performance in areas where gravel and heavier debris are present.

The purchase of this sweeper would be considered a capital project and an addition to the City's existing fleet, rather than a replacement for an existing sweeper. The additional unit will provide greater operational capacity, allowing staff to increase sweeping frequency and improve service levels throughout the City.

The proposed purchase will utilize Sourcewell Contract No. 062425-SWZ, a competitively solicited cooperative purchasing contract awarded to Schwarze Industries. Municipal Maintenance Equipment is the local dealer and will provide warranty support and future service for the equipment. The purchasing documentation provides that the City's purchase order will be issued directly to Schwarze Industries.

The Sourcewell contract pricing for the proposed sweeper is $455,458.76, less a $20,895 special discount, resulting in a subtotal of $434,563.76. With estimated sales tax of $40,197.15 and the applicable California tire fee of $10.50, the total estimated purchase price is $474,771.41.

Staff recommends including a ten percent contingency for unforeseen costs or price adjustments, resulting in a total authorization not to exceed $522,248.55.

Utilizing the Sourcewell contract provides the City with an established and competitively solicited cooperative purchasing method while also providing local dealer support through Municipal Maintenance Equipment. The proposal includes delivery, on-site training, and warranty coverage. The documentation Item No. 1.
indicates an estimated delivery timeframe of 150 to 180 days after receipt of order, depending upon chassis availability.

Funding for the purchase is included in the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Capital Improvement Program and is available from the Solid Waste Reserve Fund.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the purchase of one Schwarze M6SE Avalanche street sweeper from Schwarze Industries
through Sourcewell Contract No. 062425-SWZ, with Municipal Maintenance Equipment serving as the local dealer, in an amount not to exceed $522,248.55, including a ten percent contingency for unforeseen costs or price adjustments.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Schwarze M6SE Avalanche Sourcewell Pricing and Dealer Documentation
Appropriated/Funded: FY 2026-27 Solid Waste Reserve Fund Review By:

Department Director:

Russell Isom, Director of Transportation
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item No. 2.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Purchase Organics Containers and Education Materials SOURCE: Transportation
COMMENT: California Senate Bill 1383 establishes statewide requirements to reduce the amount of organic waste disposed of in landfills. Organic waste, including food scraps, yard trimmings, and other compostable materials, produces methane when disposed of in landfills. SB 1383 is intended to reduce greenhouse gas emissions, recover edible food, and increase the amount of organic material recycled into beneficial products such as compost and renewable energy.

The City has an important role in educating the community and providing the infrastructure necessary for residents and businesses to properly separate organic waste. Successful implementation requires convenient collection options, clear education, and sufficient containers to encourage proper participation.

To support the City's ongoing implementation of SB 1383, staff is requesting authorization to purchase countertop compost containers, two-yard organics containers, and education materials utilizing funding from the CalRecycle SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant.

Countertop Compost Containers
Countertop compost containers provide residents with a convenient method for collecting food scraps in the home before transferring the material into their green organics container. The containers are intended to encourage participation in the City's organics recycling program and help residents properly separate organic waste.

Staff requested pricing for approximately 2,500 countertop compost containers from four companies. Stockton Tri Industries and Rehrig Pacific do not offer this type of container. Sierra Container Group provided pricing for 2,500 containers at an estimated total cost of approximately $26,134.64, including freight and estimated sales tax. Wastequip provided pricing for 2,592 containers for $21,517.20, including customization with the City's organics logo, shipping, and applicable tax.

Item No. 2.

Wastequip's shipping configuration results in a quantity of 2,592 containers rather than the approximately 2,500 originally requested. Wastequip provides the lowest overall cost while also providing the City with an additional 92 containers.

Staff recommends purchasing the 2,592 countertop compost containers from Wastequip for $21,517.20, with a ten percent contingency for unforeseen costs or price adjustments, for a total authorization not to exceed $23,668.92.

Two-Yard Organics Containers
Two-yard organics containers provide centralized collection capacity for businesses, City facilities, community locations, events, and other locations where larger quantities of organic material are generated.

Staff requested pricing for 30 two-yard organics containers from three companies. Due to shipping configurations, Sierra Container Group and Wastequip provided pricing for 28 containers, while Stockton Tri Industries provided pricing for 30 containers.

Sierra Container Group provided pricing for 28 containers totaling $25,471.38, including freight and sales tax. Wastequip provided pricing for 28 containers totaling $30,317.85, including shipping and tax. Stockton Tri Industries provided pricing for 30 containers totaling $41,233.08, including freight and sales tax.

Staff recommends purchasing 28 two-yard organics containers from Sierra Container Group for $25,471.38, with a ten percent contingency for unforeseen costs or price adjustments, for a total authorization not to exceed $28,018.52.

Education and Outreach
SB 1383 requires ongoing education and outreach regarding organic waste collection and proper waste separation. The City proposes to distribute an organics education mailer to approximately 17,200 customers. The mailer will provide information in English and Spanish regarding proper use of the City's organics, recycling, and trash containers, including information intended to reduce contamination and improve proper container set-out.

DataPros is the City's existing vendor for printing and mailing utility bills and other City mailers. Staff proposes utilizing DataPros to print and mail the organics education materials through the City's established mailing process.

The estimated cost for printing and mailing approximately 17,200 full-color, double-sided education mailers, including a ten percent contingency, is Item No. 2.
$16,160.23.

The proposed education material is designed to provide residents with clear information regarding the City's three waste streams, including organics, recycling, and trash, as well as proper container set-out and contamination prevention.

The combined not-to-exceed authorization for the countertop compost containers, two-yard organics containers, and education mailer is $67,847.67.

All expenditures will be funded through the CalRecycle SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Authorize the purchase of 2,592 countertop compost
containers from Wastequip in an amount not to exceed
$23,668.92, including a ten percent contingency;

2. Authorize the purchase of 28 two-yard organics containers from Sierra Container Group in an amount not to exceed
$28,018.52, including a ten percent contingency; and

3. Authorize the printing and mailing of organics education materials through DataPros in an amount not to exceed
$16,160.23, including a ten percent contingency.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Wastequip Countertop Compost Container Quote

2. Sierra Container Group Two-Yard Organics Container
Quote

3. Wastequip Two-Yard Container Quote

4. Sierra Two-Yard Container Quote

5. Stockton Tri Two-Yard Container Quote

6. Keep Porterville Clean Education Material
Appropriated/Funded: CalRecycle SB 1383 Local Assistance Grant $67,847.67 Review By:

Department Director:

Russell Isom, Director of Transportation
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

WQ-10394204
PHONE: 800-339-8335 FAX: 209-745-4219
901 Simmerhorn Rd, Galt, CA, 95632
PAINT: TBD

NO ID WELD
Special Instructions
Grand Total $30,317.85
Tax $2,369.85
Shipping $2,328.00
Subtotal $25,620.00
Shipping Terms FOB Origin
Payment Terms Net 30 Days if credit has been established WQ-10394204
Please Reference Quote Number on all
Purchase Orders
Quote Number
Expiration Date 8/27/2026
Salesperson Phone (916) 203-9640
Salesperson Email [email protected]
Salesperson Michael Lynn
Quick Ship
555 N. PROSPECT ST.

Porterville, CA 93257
USA
Ship To
Ship To Name City of Porterville
Phone (559) 782-7586
Email [email protected]
291 N Main St
Porterville, CA 93257-3737
USA
Bill To
Bill To Name City of Porterville
Contact Name Briana Spry
Sell To:

Quote Information
Product Product Description Description Quantity Sales
Price Total Price

CONTAINER
- GT -
2801CF
2 YD PITCH TOP FRONT LOAD CONTAINER,
9002-1, SVL RUBBER UNPLATED - 12 ga Floor, 14
ga Body, Side Mounted Lifting Sleeves, Interlocking
Top Channels, Mold-On Rubber Casters, Primed and
Painted any Standard Color
- 19064 - 2 YD F.L. DURAFLEX II

PLASTIC LIDS SINGLE WALL -
#UV3640SR
- DRAIN PLUG
- FIW - FULL INSEAM WELD
- WTEST - WATERTEST
- 18999 - LID ROD ASSY. - CONT.

W/ 36"W. LIDS 90 DEG

BEND/NYLON LOCK NUT NO
PROPS

28.00 $730.00 $20,440.00
Container -
GT - 22541 PULL HANDLES 1/2" DIA "L" STYLE (4 EA) 2 PER SIDE - 24" on center 28.00 $18.00 $504.00 Container -
GT - 20150
2YD-4YD E.L. CHANNELS __"BOT TO BOT W/

BLUNDER BUSS & NO-STEP GUSSETS
PNR - CHANNELS E.L. 17" BOT TO

BOT FLUSH FRONT & REAR W/NO

STEP GUSSETS, EZ ENTRY

BUMPERS, & L SHAPED PULL
HANDLES 2 EA SIDE

28.00 $92.00 $2,576.00
Container -
GT - 248
4 EA PIONEER QUICK RELEASE CASTERPLATES
(H0808) 28.00 $35.00 $980.00
Container -
GT - 284739 YELLOW SAFETY REFLECTIVE 2" 28.00 $40.00 $1,120.00 Special Instructions
WQ-10394204
PHONE: 800-339-8335 FAX: 209-745-4219
901 Simmerhorn Rd, Galt, CA, 95632
Please Reference Quote Number on all Purchase Orders
Accepted By: ______________________________________________________ Company Name: ______________________________________________________ Date: ______________________________________________________ Purchase Order: ______________________________________________________ Sourcewell-Pricing & Product offerings are based on the Sourcewell Co-Operative Contract with Wastequip Manufacturing Company LLC (#010825-WQI, eff. 05/29/2025) and such Contract terms & conditions are incorporated herein by reference. Pricing & Product (& related) changes may occur at any time with proper documentation, & subject to Sourcewell approval; therefore, offerings may change without written prior notice. Wastequip Product Limited Warranties, Disclaimers, Limitation of Liability & Remedies, & Limited Warranty Provisions apply to all purchases thereunder.

Special Contract
Information
Pricing is based on your acceptance prior to the expiration of this Quote, including product specifications, quantities, and timing. Any differences to your Order may result in different pricing, freight or other costs. Due to volatility in petrochemical, steel and related Product material markets, actual prices and freight, are subject to change. We reserve the right, by providing notice to you at any time before beginning Product manufacturing, to increase the price of the Product(s) to reflect any increase in the cost to us which is due to any factor beyond our control (such as, without limitation, any increase in the costs of labor, materials, or other costs of manufacture or supply). Unless otherwise stated, materials and container sizes indicated on sales literature, invoices, price lists, quotations and delivery tickets are nominal sizes and representations – actual volume, Products and materials are subject to manufacturing and commercial variation and Wastequip’s practices, and may vary from nominal sizes and materials. All prices are in US dollars; this Quote may not include all applicable taxes, brokerage fees or duties. If customer is not tax exempt, final tax calculations are subject to change. Pursuant to California Section 26275 of the Health and Safety Code, certain trash receptacles and storage containers must be marked with reflectors. Customers must disclose if such receptacles and containers are intended for use in California – if not disclosed, the receptacles and containers are not intended for use in California.

Additional
Information
Our Quote serves as an offer to provide Products and/or services at the quantities and prices shown and is a good faith estimate, based on our understanding of your needs. By signing below, you accept this Quote and expressly agree to the Wastequip Terms & Conditions of Sale (“Wastequip’s Terms”) as of the date set forth in Section 1(b) of the Wastequip Terms, and no other terms. The Wastequip Terms are located at: https://www.wastequip.com/terms-conditions-sale, and are made a part of this Quote and any subsequent Purchase Order(s). The Wastequip Terms may be updated from time to time and are available by hard copy upon request.

Any changes or deviations to the terms of this Quote, including any proposed or different terms in a Purchase Order submitted by you, are not effective and are rejected by Wastequip unless expressly agreed upon in writing by you and Wastequip.

Additional Terms

PRIMER IN

REFLECTIVE TAPE INCLUDED
Additional Information
Signatures

ID: Date:

To Quote To
Ph: Ph:

Terms Ship Via Salesperson
Quantity Description
Briana Spry (559) 782-7586

CITY OF PORTERVILLE/ FIELD SERVICES
555 N. PROSPECT STREET
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
United States

CITY OF PORTERVILLE
291 N. MAIN ST
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
United States
Unit Price Amount
Net 30 Days Our Truck
559-782-7584 559-782-7584
Quote
Ph: 209-948-9701 Fax: 209-469-0862

STOCKTON TRI INDUSTRIES LLC
2141 E. ANDERSON ST.

STOCKTON, CA 95205
United States
HOUSE
23530 14-Aug-26
Reference: NEW CONTAINERS
Rev:

Line: Expiration Date: 26-Aug-26 001
Part: 2-YARD PITCH TOP

FRONT-LOAD CONTAINER
Standard PITCH-TOP Design
12 Gauge Floor
14 Gauge Sides
Formed Metal Top Banding
Standard 11 Gauge Side Channels
With Entry Gussets, Bumper Plates, Channel Covers, and Pull Handles 6" x 2" POLY-O Swivel Casters
Standard Triangle and Quick-Release Caster Plates
1-1/2" Drain with Plug
Single Wall Plastic Lids (Black)
Threaded Lid Rod
Underseal Coating on Inside
Alkyd Primer on Outside
Outside Finish Painted (Enamel) --- GREEN
Safety Yellow Stickers at Corners -- Near Top and Bottom 30 ea $1,184.00 $35,520.00

ID: Date:

To Quote To
Ph: Ph:

Terms Ship Via Salesperson
Quantity Description
Briana Spry (559) 782-7586

CITY OF PORTERVILLE/ FIELD SERVICES
555 N. PROSPECT STREET
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
United States

CITY OF PORTERVILLE
291 N. MAIN ST
PORTERVILLE, CA 93257
United States
Unit Price Amount
Net 30 Days Our Truck
559-782-7584 559-782-7584
Quote
Ph: 209-948-9701 Fax: 209-469-0862

STOCKTON TRI INDUSTRIES LLC
2141 E. ANDERSON ST.

STOCKTON, CA 95205
United States
HOUSE
23530 14-Aug-26
Rev:

Line: Expiration Date: 26-Aug-26 002
Part: DELIVERY FREIGHT

FLATBED TRUCKLOAD
Per Load Rate --- Unloading is by Others
2 ea $1,025.00 $2,050.00
Rev:

Line: Expiration Date: 26-Aug-26 003
Part: 9.75% SALES TAX
1 lot $3,663.075 $3,663.08
Total: $41,233.08

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Procure Transit Maintenance Training and Support Equipment SOURCE: Transportation
COMMENT: The Federal Transit Administration (FTA) awarded the City of Porterville Fiscal Year 2023 Section 5339 Bus and Bus Facilities Formula funds under Federal Award Identification Number (FAIN) CA-2026-095. The grant provides $138,333 in federal funding and requires $34,583 in Local Transportation Funds, for a total project budget of $172,916. Council authorization is requested to procure the training and maintenance support equipment funded through this grant to support the maintenance of the City's nine New Flyer XN35 compressed natural gas (CNG) buses.

These vehicles incorporate advanced propulsion, diagnostic, and electronic systems that require specialized manufacturer training and equipment to ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation. Staff recommends utilizing New Flyer of America Inc., the original equipment manufacturer (OEM), to provide manufacturer-specific maintenance training. Staff also recommends utilizing NFI Parts, Inc., the OEM's authorized parts and support supplier, to furnish specialized maintenance tools, diagnostic software, testing equipment, and other maintenance support resources designed specifically for the City's fleet.

Procuring these services and equipment through the OEM and its authorized supplier will ensure compatibility with the vehicles, maintain manufacturer standards, and provide maintenance personnel with the resources necessary to properly service the new fleet.

The grant consists of the following two capital projects:

Transit Maintenance Support Training – $76,666
This project will provide specialized technical training for transit maintenance personnel on the operation, diagnostics, inspection, preventive maintenance, and repair of the City's new CNG fleet and related vehicle systems. The training will improve workforce capabilities, increase maintenance efficiency, reduce vehicle downtime, and support the continued delivery of safe and reliable transit service.

New Flyer has provided a current training quote totaling $76,194. The proposed training includes manufacturer and subcontractor courses covering preventive maintenance, vehicle diagnostic and electronic systems, brakes and axles, air systems, suspension and steering, CNG fuel systems, engine maintenance, HVAC, fire suppression and gas detection, and other vehicle systems.

Staff recommends authorization of the full approved project amount of $76,666 to allow for minor pricing adjustments or other eligible project costs within the approved grant budget. The current quote leaves $472 remaining within the approved project amount.

Transit Maintenance Support Equipment – $96,250
This project will purchase diagnostic equipment and software, specialized maintenance tools, testing equipment, and other maintenance support resources necessary to inspect, diagnose, maintain, and repair the new CNG fleet. These resources will allow maintenance staff to perform preventive maintenance, troubleshoot vehicle systems, complete repairs efficiently, and maintain the fleet in a state of good repair.

NFI Parts has provided a current quote totaling $96,084.96, including applicable sales tax. The proposed equipment includes diagnostic laptops and interfaces, vehicle diagnostic software, specialized maintenance and repair tools, testing equipment, and other manufacturer-specific maintenance support resources.

Staff recommends authorization of the full approved project amount of $96,250 to allow for minor pricing adjustments or other eligible project costs within the approved grant budget. The current quote leaves $165.04 remaining within the approved project amount.

All procurements will be completed in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local procurement requirements associated with the FTA grant.

The total project budget of $172,916 consists of $138,333 in FTA Section 5339 funds and $34,583 in Local Transportation Funds.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Authorize the procurement of manufacturer-specific transit maintenance training from New Flyer of America Inc. for the City's nine New Flyer XN35 CNG buses in an amount not to exceed $76,666;

2. Authorize the procurement of diagnostic equipment and software, specialized maintenance tools, testing equipment, and related maintenance support resources from NFI Parts, Inc. in an amount not to exceed $96,250, subject to compliance with applicable federal, state, and local procurement requirements; and

3. Authorize the City Manager or designee to execute all documents necessary to complete the procurements and
administer the projects.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. CA-2026-095 Tools and Equipment Quote

2. CA-2026-095 Training Quote
Appropriated/Funded: Federal Transit Administration Section 5339 Funds - $138,333 Local Transportation Funds - $34,583
Review By:

Department Director:

Russell Isom, Director of Transportation
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk New Flyer Proposal Grand Total $255,529.54
Category Item Quoted Part # Qty Unit Price
Diagnostic Equipment Panasonic FZ55 Toughbook Laptop 6502351 9 $3,537.05 $31,833.45 Diagnostic Equipment Nexiq USB Link™ 3 - WIFI/Bluetooth Edition 6494933 2 $1,125.70 $2,251.40 Diagnostic Equipment Cummins Insite Software NPN 0 $0.00 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Cummins Insite Lite (1st year subscription) 6339520 0 $1,192.60 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Insite Lite - 1-yr Renewal 6495522 0 $1,192.60 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Cummins Insite Pro (1st year subscription) 6339521 0 $1,281.84 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Insite Pro - 1-yr Renewal 6495523 0 $1,276.16 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Allison DOC Premium - 1st yr subscription 6469849 2 $1,711.35 $3,422.70 Diagnostic Equipment Allison DOC Premium - 1-yr Renewal 6474918 2 $794.61 $1,589.22 Diagnostic Equipment Wabco ABS Software (1st yr subscription) 6334596 2 $412.02 $824.04 Diagnostic Equipment Wabco ABS Software - 1-yr Renewal 6495817 2 $412.02 $824.04 Diagnostic Equipment Intelligaire III Diagnostic Cables 6393934 2 $2,410.16 $4,820.32 Diagnostic Equipment EMP Software NPN 1 $0.00 $0.00
Diagnostic Equipment Hanover HELEN Software 6401762 1 $15.45 $15.45 Diagnostic Equipment Hanover Keylo Programming Device 6401761 1 $193.13 $193.13 Diagnostic Equipment Hanover Keylo Programming Base Station 6401760 1 $270.39 $270.39 Diagnostic Equipment Vansco Software NPN 1 $0.00 $0.00
Diagnostic Equipment Vansco 1210 Chooser NPN 1 $0.00 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Transtech VR Interface Cable 6488984 1 $321.60 $321.60 Diagnostic Equipment Smartrider Software NPN 0 $0.00 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment Amerex SafetyNet Software & Interface 6355551 2 $716.91 $1,433.82 Diagnostic Equipment eStroke Diagnostic Kit - J1939 6466350 0 $2,084.09 $0.00 Diagnostic Equipment eDT Diagnostic Handheld Kit - MGM eStroke 6412679 1 $4,312.27 $4,312.27 Special Tools Lift Tow Universal Kit 6396565 0 $304.28 $0.00 Special Tools Lift Tow Receivers Kit 6396567 0 $1,846.81 $0.00 Special Tools Xcelsior Flat Tow adapter (2 pcs. per set) 6395097 0 $3,668.43 $0.00 Special Tools Frame Flat Towing Assembly 902990 0 $6,228.84 $0.00 Special Tools Jacking Adapters 434434 1 $1,121.00 $1,121.00 Special Tools Pulling and Pressing Device (sway bar) 6499011 1 $2,118.69 $2,118.69 Special Tools Repair Kit - Disc Brakes & Synact Calipers 6501865 0 $9,600.07 $0.00 Special Tools Torque Multiplier 6314711 1 $2,521.51 $2,521.51 Special Tools Hub Repair Kit - MAN VOK-08 Frt Axle 6408311 0 $9,022.56 $0.00 Special Tools Optional Hub Removal Hydraulic Tool Kit - MAN VOK-08
6458834 0 $6,575.72 $0.00
Special Tools King Pin Press Kit - MAN VOK-08 Frt Axle 6494532 0 $20,369.61 $0.00 Special Tools Hub Repair Kit - MAN HY1350 RR Axle 6408306 0 $6,671.05 $0.00 Special Tools ABS Sensor R&R Kit - MAN HY1350 RR Axle 6408307 1 $1,213.41 $1,213.41 Special Tools Pinion Seal Repair Kit - MAN HY1350 RR Axle 6444302 0 $3,081.44 $0.00 Special Tools Differential Repair Kit - MAN HY1350 RR Axle 6444303 0 $10,614.37 $0.00 Special Tools Optional Tool Kit - MAN HY1350 RR Axle 6444304 0 $44,899.78 $0.00 Special Tools Rebuild Kit - EMP Alternator 6405510 1 $4,156.33 $4,156.33 Special Tools Coolant System Pressure Tester 660817 1 $1,073.74 $1,073.74 Special Tools Coolant Pressure Fill Kit 6484741 1 $4,339.45 $4,339.45 Special Tools Flow Meter Tester - Steering Gear Box 140809 1 $1,320.86 $1,320.86 Special Tools Puller Tool - Pitman Arm 6394270 1 $486.26 $486.26 Special Tools Alignment Tool - Flex Connector 6360381 1 $863.70 $863.70 Special Tools Engine/Transmission Dolly - Universal 86444 0 $3,021.46 $0.00 Special Tools Cummins L9N Service Tool Kit 6483729 0 $29,371.24 $0.00 Special Tools Allison Service Tools Kit 6360446 1 $12,825.33 $12,825.33 Special Tools TK R407c A/C Tool Kit 6397159 0 $41,356.92 $0.00 Special Tools Amerex Discharge Hose Blowout Adapter 52132 1 $181.02 $181.02 Special Tools Amerex Fire Alarm/Simulator Module 6484731 1 $380.22 $380.22 Special Tools Amerex Calibration Kit - AMGaDS III 6459321 1 $1,445.81 $1,445.81 Special Tools CNG Tank Valve Installation Tool 6467614 1 $1,589.66 $1,589.66 TOTAL $255,529.52 $87,748.82
Tax 9.50% $ 8,336.14
$96,084.96
Grant Amount $ 96,250.00
Balance $ 165.04
Porterville FY23 Section 5339 Tools Maintenance Support Quote New Flyer Proposal Grand Total $76,666.00
Training Source Course Max Students/Class Instructor Hours Quoted Price Quantity Amount New Flyer Operator Orientation (Train-the-Trainer) 6 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85 New Flyer Maintenance Orientation 15 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85 New Flyer Preventive Maintenance Inspection 10 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85 New Flyer Multiplex System 10 32 $7,894.80 2 $ 15,789.60 New Flyer Entrance & Exit Doors 10 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85 New Flyer Wheelchair Ramp 10 4 $986.85 2 $ 1,973.70
New Flyer Brake Systems and Axles 10 16 $3,947.40 2 $ 7,894.80 New Flyer Air System and ABS 10 8 $1,973.70 2 $ 3,947.40 New Flyer Suspension and Steering 10 8 $1,973.70 1 $ 1,973.70 New Flyer Electric Fan Drive 10 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85
New Flyer Coolant Loop Fill Procedure 10 4 $986.85 1 $ 986.85 New Flyer Towing 10 4 $986.85 0 $ -
New Flyer Body and Structure 10 4 $986.85 0 $ -
New Flyer CNG Fuel System 10 8 $1,973.70 1 $ 1,973.70
OEM/Subcontractor Engine Maintenance 10 24 $21,060.00 1 $ 21,060.00 OEM/Subcontractor Transmission Maintenance 10 16 $12,960.00 0 $ - OEM/Subcontractor HVAC Maintenance 8 8 $5,130.00 1 $ 5,130.00 OEM/Subcontractor Fire Suppression/Gas Detection 10 8 $5,670.00 1 $ 5,670.00 OEM/Subcontractor Destination Sign 10 8 $4,860.00 1 $ 4,860.00 Proposal Total $76,324.95 $ 76,194.00
Grant Balance $ 472.00
Grant Amount $ 76,666.00
Porterville FY23 Section 5339 Maintenance Training Quote Item No. 4.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Renew San Joaquin Valley Library System Membership SOURCE: Parks and Leisure Services
COMMENT: The San Joaquin Valley Library System (SJVLS) is a consortium of ten public library jurisdictions in seven counties that provides shared library services and resources to its members. Through SJVLS, the Porterville City Library receives access to a shared library automation system, public internet services, electronic resources, interlibrary loan and delivery services, and other technology and library support services.

SJVLS operates as a Joint Powers Authority established under the California Library Services Act. Funding for the system is provided through contributions from its member public libraries and the State of California.

The City's Fiscal Year 2026-27 SJVLS invoice totals $49,332. The invoice consists of an annual membership contribution of $42,748 and $6,584 in related technology maintenance and licensing costs, including Fortinet annual maintenance, Cisco SmartNet, Office 365, and a Meraki license.

Continued membership in SJVLS provides the Porterville City Library with access to shared library technology, electronic resources, interlibrary services, and other resources that would otherwise need to be provided independently by the City.

Funding for the Fiscal Year 2026-27 membership and related technology services has been included in the adopted budget, with $24,666 from the General Fund and $24,666 from Measure H, for a total of $49,332.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the renewal of the City's San Joaquin Valley Library System membership and related
technology services for Fiscal Year 2026-27 in the amount of $49,332, funded equally from the General Fund and Measure H.

Item No. 4.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. SJVLS Annual Invoice
Appropriated/Funded: General Fund - $24,666
Measure H - $24,666
Review By:

Department Director:

Donnie Moore, Deputy City Manager
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item No. 5.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Repair Fire Engine No. 2210
SOURCE: Transportation
COMMENT: Fire Engine No. 2210 requires several repairs to maintain the vehicle and associated fire apparatus equipment in safe and operational condition. The proposed work includes repairs to the pump system and pump valves, electronic siren and horn systems, water-level gauge system, seating components, and other related fire apparatus components.

Due to the specialized nature of the repairs and the equipment involved, staff recommends utilizing Burton's Fire, the nearest fire apparatus service facility capable of performing the required repairs.

The estimated cost of the repairs is $25,642.71. Staff recommends including a ten percent contingency of $2,564.27 for unforeseen repair conditions or additional work that may be identified during the repair process, resulting in a total authorization not to exceed $28,206.98.

Funding for the repairs is available in the Fiscal Year 2026-27 Fire Department Operating Budget.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the repair of Fire Engine No. 2210 by Burton's Fire in an amount not to exceed $28,206.98, including a ten percent contingency.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Fire Engine No. 2210 Repair Estimate
Appropriated/Funded: FY 2026-27 Fire Department Operating Budget $28,206.98 Review By:

Department Director:

Russell Isom, Director of Transportation
Item No. 5.

Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item No. 6.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Transfer Burton Ballfields Improvements to Burton School District
SOURCE: Parks and Leisure Services
COMMENT: In 1999, the City constructed recreational improvements on property owned by Burton School District (BSD) at 2375 W. Morton Avenue. The improvements include two lighted baseball fields, irrigation systems, fencing, bleachers, lighting fixtures and poles, and an asphalt parking lot. The City and BSD entered into an agreement regarding the ballfields to promote recreational programs and activities for the benefit of the community.

Historically, the City utilized the fields for youth recreation programs and as a lighted practice area for local youth sports organizations. Following changes to the fields and the discontinuation of the City's flag football program, the City no longer has a direct operational need for the facilities.

The existing agreements between the City and BSD, and among the City, BSD, and Porterville Little League, are due for renewal. Under the current arrangement, the City's role has become primarily administrative. Transferring the City's ownership interest in the improvements to BSD would eliminate the need for the City to serve as an intermediary and allow future scheduling and use of the fields to be coordinated directly with BSD.

Under the proposed Burton Ballfields Improvements Transfer Agreement, the City would transfer all of its right, title, and interest in the improvements to BSD. The transfer would occur without monetary consideration, with the continued public benefit provided by the recreational improvements serving as consideration for the transfer.

Upon execution of the agreement, ownership of the improvements would permanently transfer to BSD, and the City would retain no ownership interest or reversionary right in the improvements. BSD would assume sole responsibility for ownership, maintenance, repair, and operation of the improvements, including utilities, field lighting, turf management, safety inspections, future repairs, replacements, renovations, and capital improvements. The City would have no further obligation to fund, maintain, Item No. 6.
repair, replace, or operate the improvements.

The agreement recognizes that the Burton Ballfields have historically served community organizations, including Porterville Little League. BSD will make reasonable efforts to coordinate continued community use of the fields, subject to District policies and scheduling priorities.

The Parks and Leisure Services Commission unanimously recommended the transfer at its June 4, 2026 meeting. The Burton School District Board of Trustees approved the transfer at its July 20, 2026 meeting.

Staff recommends approval of the agreement, which will streamline administration of the facilities, allow BSD to directly coordinate future use of the fields, and transfer future ownership, maintenance, and operational responsibilities to the District.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council approve the Burton Ballfields Improvements Transfer Agreement with Burton School District and authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Burton Ballfields Improvements Transfer Agreement

2. Burton Ballfields Locator Map
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Donnie Moore, Deputy City Manager
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item No. 7.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Year 4 and 5 Funding Awards SOURCE: Planning and Engineering
COMMENT: On June 25, 2026, the City received an executed agreement for the fourth and fifth years of Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funding in the amount of $519,058, bringing the total funding received under the City's fiveyear PLHA Plan to $1,980,827.

At its July 21, 2026, meeting, the City Council authorized staff to issue a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the remaining Year 4 and Year 5 funds.

Consistent with the City's five-year PLHA Plan, the remaining funds may be used for emergency shelter and bridge housing operations, permanent supportive housing supportive/case management services, navigation center operations, and allowable administrative costs associated with those activities.

RFP No. 26/27-SR2025 closed on August 19, 2026. The City received proposals from Central California Family Crisis Center (CCFCC) for emergency shelter and bridge housing operations and permanent supportive housing supportive/case management services; Family Services of Tulare County (FSTC) for permanent supportive housing supportive/case management services; and Kings View for emergency shelter and bridge housing operations and navigation center operations. The review committee determined that all three organizations met the required qualifications for funding.

During the review process, it was determined that Kings View had not included a budget for Year 4 Navigation Center Operations in its proposal. Kings View subsequently confirmed that the omission was unintentional and provided the missing budget after the RFP deadline. Because the Year 4 budget information was submitted after the deadline, staff does not recommend considering the late submission and instead recommends issuing a new competitive RFP for the remaining Year 4 Navigation Center Operations funding.

In addition to the Year 4 and Year 5 allocations, the City has earned $27,077.77 in interest on PLHA funds through June 30, 2026. Interest earnings cannot be used for administrative costs. Staff recommends allocating the interest based upon eligible activities and the needs identified through the RFP process.

Item No. 7.

The proposed interest allocation consists of $2,707.78 to CCFCC for permanent supportive housing supportive/case management services, $17,600.55 to Kings View for emergency shelter and bridge housing operations, and $6,769.44 to Kings View for navigation center operations. These amounts total the available $27,077.77 in interest earnings.

Based on the proposals received, available funding, and eligible uses under the City's PLHA Plan, staff recommends the following awards:

Central California Family Crisis Center is recommended to receive a total of $292,196.56, consisting of $184,846 in Year 4 funds for Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations; $20,982 in Year 4 funds for Permanent Supportive Housing Supportive/Case Management Services; $70,281.28 in Year 5 funds for Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations; $13,379.50 in Year 5 funds for Permanent Supportive Housing Supportive/Case Management Services; and $2,707.78 in PLHA interest funds for Supportive/Case Management Services.

Family Services of Tulare County is recommended to receive a total of $19,708, consisting of $9,602 in Year 4 funds and $10,106 in Year 5 funds for Permanent Supportive Housing Supportive/Case Management Services.

Kings View is recommended to receive a total of $153,321.21, consisting of $70,281.28 in Year 5 funds for Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations; $58,669.94 in Year 5 funds for Navigation Center Operations; $17,600.55 in PLHA interest funds for Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations; and $6,769.44 in PLHA interest funds for Navigation Center Operations.

The proposed awards total $465,225.77. The remaining Year 4 Navigation Center Operations funding will be made available through a new competitive RFP, with any resulting award returned to the City Council for consideration.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Award Central California Family Crisis Center PLHA funding totaling $292,196.56 for Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations and Permanent Supportive Housing Supportive/Case Management Services, consisting of Year 4, Year 5, and
applicable interest funds as detailed in the attached Funding Recommendations;

2. Award Family Services of Tulare County PLHA funding totaling $19,708 for Permanent Supportive Housing Supportive/Case Management Services, consisting of $9,602 in Year 4 funds and Item No. 7.
$10,106 in Year 5 funds;

3. Award Kings View PLHA funding totaling $153,321.21 for Year 5 Emergency Shelter and Bridge Housing Operations and
Navigation Center Operations, including applicable interest funds, as detailed in the attached Funding Recommendations; and

4. Authorize staff to issue a Request for Proposals for the remaining Year 4 Navigation Center Operations funding.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Funding Recommendations - PLHA Year 4 and 5

2. PLHA Year 4 Navigation Center RFP- DRAFT
Appropriated/Funded: Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Funds Review By:

Department Director:

Clayton Dignam, Acting Planning and Engineering Director Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk RFP 26/27-SR2025 Funding Recommendations
Kings View Year Program Admin Total
Navigation Center Operations 5 $56,304.50 $2,365.44 $58,669.94 INT $6,769.44 $6,769.44 Emergency & Bridge Housing Op 5 $67,565.40 $2,715.88 $70,281.28 INT $17,600.55 $17,600.55 $153,321.21
Total Awards
CCFCC Year Program Admin Total
Emergency & Bridge Housing Op 4 $176,304.00 $8,542.00 $184,846.00 5 $67,565.40 $2,715.88 $70,281.28 PSH Supportive/Case Mgt Services 4 $19,782.00 $1,200.00 $20,982.00 5 $12,415.80 $963.70 $13,379.50 INT $2,707.78 $2,707.78 $292,196.56
Total Awards
FSTC Year Program Admin Total
PSH Supportive/Case Mgt Services 4 $9,602.00 $0.00 $9,602.00 5 $10,106.00 $0.00 $10,106.00 $19,708.00

CITY OF PORTERVILLE

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS FOR PERMANENT LOCAL HOUSING ALLOCATION (PLHA) FUNDING OF 2019-2023 FIVE YEAR PLAN – YEAR 4 FUNDS RFP No. 26/27-SR_____
The City of Porterville is seeking qualified nonprofit organizations to propose use of PLHA funds for projects that benefit individuals or families that are experiencing homelessness, specifically navigation center operations.

Submittal: One PDF file must be received by:

Wednesday, September 23, 2026, by 5:00 pm.

Via the Public Purchase Website:
www.publicpurchase.com, or
[email protected]
Document Title: RFP No. 26/27-SR____ Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) Fourth-Year Navigation Center Operations Funding of 2019-2023 Five Year Plan
Late proposals will not be accepted and will be automatically disqualified from further consideration. All proposals and any accompanying documentation become the property of the City of Porterville and will not be returned.

INQUIRIES:

Proposal forms may be inspected and electronically downloaded at no cost, at the Public Purchase website, www.publicpurchase.com. No copies of said documents will be provided by the City. All addenda and correspondence during the bid process will be handled electronically through the Public Purchase website. Questions regarding this project are due no later than Friday, September 18, 2026.

City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 2 | P a g e

REQUEST FOR PROPOSALS (RFP)

FOR FIVE YEAR PLHA PLAN
I. PROPOSED PROJECT
PROJECT TITLE: PLHA Five Year Plan (2019-2023) - Year 4 Funds GRANTOR: California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) PROPOSAL DUE DATE: September 23, 2026
AMOUNT AVAILABLE: Fourth-Year allocations for single or multiple projects.

Plan
Year Available Eligible Use Admin Allocation
Expenditure
Deadline
Year 4 $73,460.00 Navigation Center Operations $3,450.00 March 30, 2027 ADMINISTRATIVE ALLOWANCE: N/A
TIME PERIOD FOR CONTRACT: Five-month grant term for Year 4 funding for Navigation Center operations.

IMPORTANT DOCUMENTS:

Please read the following document located at: https://www.hcd.ca.gov/grants-andfunding/programs-active/permanent-local-housing-allocation • Notice of Funding Announcement: Applicants must ensure that program design meets the 2024 HCD NOFA
• Permanent Local Housing Allocation Final Guidelines
• City of Porterville Permanent Local Housing Allocation Five-Year Plan (2019-2023):
https://www.ci.porterville.ca.us/departments/community_development/community_d evelopment_block_grant_program_(cdbg)/index.php
OBJECTIVE: In 2017, Senate Bill 2 (the Building Homes and Jobs Act) created the Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) program. The California Department of Housing and Community Development (HCD) announced the availability of approximately $195 million in funding for the PLHA program Entitlement and Non-entitlement Local government formula component Notice of Funding Availability (NOFA). This is the 4
th year NOFA funded from moneys deposited in the
Building Homes and Jobs Trust Fund (Fund) in calendar year 2022, pursuant to Senate Bill (SB) 2 (Chapter 364, Statutes of 2017). SB 2 established the Fund and authorizes the Department to allocate 70 percent of moneys collected and deposited in the Fund, beginning in calendar year 2019, to Local governments for eligible housing and homelessness activities. The intent of the bill is to provide a permanent, ongoing source of funding to Local governments for housing-related City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 3 | P a g e projects and programs that assist in addressing the unmet housing needs of their local communities.

The City of Porterville, as an Entitlement Local government, applied and received 2022 formula allocation of PLHA funds in the amount of $519,058, of which $73,460 is for Navigation Center operations, an eligible activity. The PLHA five-year formula allocation amount is $1,980,827. PLHA funds must be used to carry out one or more of the eligible activities:

1. Provide operating costs for emergency shelters and/or bridge housing programs.

2. Provide operating costs for navigation centers

3. Supportive/Case Management Services for Permanent Supportive Housing This RFP is specifically for Activity No. 2, operating costs for Navigation Centers located in Porterville.

II. ELIGIBLE APPLICANTS
Nonprofit organizations are eligible to apply that can demonstrate institutional, managerial and financial capability to plan, manage and complete the program as described.

III. LOCAL CRITERIA
The recipient or sub-recipient must participate with local priority systems that are in place to include the following; HMIS for data collection, Coordinated Entry System (CES), and project must be financially feasible. Additionally, the activities funded must take place in the city limits of Porterville.

IV. ELIGIBLE ACTIVITY
The applicant may apply for funding for the following eligible activity:

OPERATING COSTS FOR NAVIGATION CENTERS
PLHA funds can be used for operation costs associated with a new or existing Navigation Center.

The Navigation Center would serve as a central location for people who are experiencing homelessness to connect to services to help them obtain housing or overcome barriers in obtaining housing.

V. GENERAL ELIGIBILITY CRITERIA
Applicants must meet the minimum general eligibility criteria described below:
• Activities must take place in the City limits of Porterville • Organizations must not discriminate on the basis of ethnicity, race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, age, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or Veteran’s discharge status.
• Applicants must agree to use the CoC’s CES as the sole referral source for each program component. The CES is the central access and referral point for all homeless individuals seeking housing in City of Porterville. This system will identify the most appropriate City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 4 | P a g e housing options while also prioritizing the most vulnerable individuals for placement into permanent housing. The system will then maintain a steady flow of referrals to all available housing options. To ensure these individuals have appropriate access to the program components, a project may need to modify its entrance criteria or use reasonable accommodation to admit tenants who would otherwise not be able to apply.

By agreeing to use the coordinated entry system as the sole referral source, applicants agree to make reasonable accommodation to accept the referrals. • Applicants must agree to operate projects under the “Housing First” model, meaning prospective tenants are not required to agree to participate in services prior to entering the housing nor can service participation be a requirement of tenancy. Tenants can be required to adhere to a standard market lease, and their tenancy should be supported by eviction prevention strategies, including the engagement of services as appropriate. • Multiple organizations may apply as a collaborative or joint venture; however, a lead entity must be designated.
• Organizations must be able to demonstrate capacity to start operations within 90 days of contract award.
• Organizations must have adequate financial capacity to perform proposed operations on a reimbursement basis
• Organizations must submit reports and invoices in a timely manner.

VI. APPLICATION SUBMISSION REQUIREMENTS

APPLICATION PROCESS
Applications from this Request for Proposals (RFP) from Qualified Agencies will be accepted beginning Friday, September 4, 2026, through Wednesday, September 23, 2026. Agencies funded as a result of this RFP are expected to execute contracts with the City of Porterville by October 15, 2026, and begin program operations no later than 30 days from contract execution.

Respondents shall submit a complete RFP application, (including all attachments), to:

All proposals must be submitted in PDF format electronically to the City of Porterville, via the Public Purchase website, www.publicpurchase.com, or via email to [email protected] and titled “RFP No. 26/27-____ Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PHLA) Fourth Year Navigation Center Operations Funding of the 2019-2023 Five Year Plan.” The City will review and evaluate each qualification and proposal submission. The City reserves the right to obtain clarification or request additional information, including an interview. If an interview is required, they will be scheduled for September 25, 2026 (tentative). Proposals will be evaluated and ranked according to the following criteria:

Criteria Points
Understanding of the project and scope of
services
40 City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 5 | P a g e Experience in the disciples directly relevant to
the project and scope of services
30 Proposed budget and fee structure 30
Following an evaluation of the proposals, it is expected that the selected agency(ies) will be recommended to the City Council for approval at its meeting on October 6, 2026. If approved by the City Council, a subrecipient agreement will be executed between the City of Porterville and the selected agency(ies).

The City of Porterville, as a unit of local government, reserves the right to reject any and/or all proposals, reserve the right to waive any formalities or irregularities in the proposal or evaluation process, and reserve the right to award contract(s) in the best interest of the City of Porterville.

In addition, the City will not reimburse costs associated with the preparation or presentation of the proposals.

APPLICATION FORMAT
The submitted proposals should contain the following components:
• Applicant Information Form (Attachment A)
• Project Narrative
o Program Description and Design
o Management of Program
o Fiscal Management
o Diversity and Multicultural Competency
• Estimated Spending Plan and Revenue Summary Form (Attachment B)

APPLICANT INFORMATION FORM
See form in Attachment A.

PROJECT NARRATIVE

1. Program Description and Design (Limit your response to 3 pages) a. Program Description
i. Provide a short, one or two sentence explanation of the purpose of this program and what the funds will be used on.
ii. Explain why the program is needed.
b. Provide a detailed description of your entire proposal as below:
i. Describe the scope of the project, including the number of households that will be served annually, the program services and financial assistance that will be offered to address housing and supportive service needs. Detail the program activities under this service model and how each one will help to achieve one or more of the eligible activities listed in the City of Porterville’s PLHA Five-Year Plan.

City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 6 | P a g e ii. Describe annual outcomes the project expects to accomplish throughout the grant period.
iii. Describe how program services and/or other resources within your agency will be used to quickly reduce housing barriers and quickly engage participants in successfully maintaining housing stability. iv. Describe how your project will achieve geographic dispersion and client choice in offering housing placements throughout the City of Porterville. v. Describe the project timeline for program start-up, hiring staff, and achieving fully operational status.
vi. If the applicant is partnering with another organization to provide housing and/or services to project participants, list the names of the partners and provide information on the specific roles and responsibilities of each. vii. Describe how you intend to measure program effectiveness in terms of outcomes to be achieved.
c. Participants
Describe your agency’s experience in the past two years providing services to persons who are experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness. i. Describe how you determined the number of clients to be served with the funding requested in this application.
ii. Describe the population(s) you intend to serve. Explain how the target population is identified, qualified and monitored. How will the project link populations to units of non-time limited housing?
d. Personnel
i. Describe the overall staffing plan to accomplish activities in the proposed program, including project leadership, reporting responsibilities, and daily program operations.
e. Collaboration/Coordination
Describe any formal or informal coordination, partnerships, or collaborations with other organizations proposed in this application.
i. Will the proposed program use subrecipients and/or subcontractors? If yes, please list each partner agency, describe their role as either a subrecipient or contractor, describe what services and the frequency of services that will be offered by the partner agency, and provide a brief description of the partner agency’s experience providing homelessness services.
ii. Describe the organization’s ability to collect data electronically and your agency’s plan to participate in HMIS and/or Coordinated Entry.

2. Fiscal Management (Limit your response to one page)
a. Please outline the organization’s initial program budget, including the availability of other revenue sources. Complete the Estimated Spending Plan and Revenue Summary Form (Attachment B). If the sections do not apply to your program type, City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 7 | P a g e or you are not requesting funds, please enter $0 or N/A. Do not leave sections blank.
b. As part of the organization’s initial program budget, please identify all personnel who will provide direct or indirect support of the organization’s proposed services.

Include each position title, the number of staff positions within each position title, and the number of Full Time Equivalents (FTEs) within each position title category.

Identify additional fund source(s) that pays for each staff member’s salary. These positions should be the same as those listed in the Personnel section of the proposal.
c. Describe how the organization will assure the proper use and safeguarding of public funds and experience using government funds. Does your organization have policies and procedures regarding the financial operations of the organization? Have recent reviews or audits of the organization by a certified public accountant or other financial professional identified any weaknesses in the organization’s financial internal controls? If so, please provide the written report identifying the weaknesses and describe how the organization has responded to correct weaknesses.
d. Describe the organizations overall financial condition and the applicant’s ability to fund potential cost overruns or other costs not anticipated in the project budget. e. Provide copies of the last single audit and 990 filed

3. Diversity and Multicultural Competency (Limit your response to one page) Cultural Competency is defined as:
• Having a defined set of values and principles, and demonstrating behaviors, attitudes, policies and structures that enable the organization to work effectively in cross-cultural situations; and
• Having the capacity to 1.) value diversity, 2.) conduct self-assessment, 3.) manage the dynamics of difference, 4.) acquire institutional knowledge, and 5.) adapt to diversity and the cultural contexts of the communities being served; and • Incorporating the above in all aspects of policy making, administration, practice, service delivery and involving consumers and key stakeholders. a. Explain your agency’s philosophy and the specific efforts that are in place to assure that this project will be culturally competent and linguistically accessible for the population that will be served. Be sure to include the following information in your response:
i. Based on your understanding of the target population and subpopulation(s), describe how your project will be culturally relevant, sensitive, and linguistically accessible for the individuals or households that will be served, including efforts related to staffing, outreach and service design (i.e., how the project will help reduce barriers to housing and services for individuals of color and those households for whom English is not the primary language);
ii. Describe how the ethno-cultural backgrounds of your project staff and agency board reflect that of the identified population to be served and/or City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 8 | P a g e how your agency is working to broaden staff and board diversity and knowledge around cultural competency; and
iii. Describe any means or efforts that are in place to assess the cultural competency of your organization and make changes accordingly.

ESTIMATED SPENDING PLAN AND REVENUE SUMMARY FORM
See Attachment B – Proposed Budget Form
VII. RESPONSIVENESS
All proposals will be reviewed to determine compliance with administrative requirements and instructions specified in this RFP. The Applicant is specifically notified that failure to comply with any part of the RFP may result in rejection of the proposal as non-responsive. The City of Porterville also reserves the right at its sole discretion to waive minor administrative irregularities.

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ATTACHMENTS
Attachment A – Applicant Information Form

1. Project title:

2. Project location:

3. Number of households served on a given day: Number of households served annually:

4. Number of individuals served on a given day: Number of Individuals served annually:

5. a. This project is specifically designed to serve the following population:
(Please be very specific and check only those that apply) □ Homeless single adults
□ Homeless families with children
□ Homeless young adults (ages 18 - 25)

5. b. This project is specifically designed to serve the following subpopulation:
(Please check all that apply)
□ Homeless households living on the streets
□ Homeless households living in shelters
□ Homeless households living in transitional housing
□ Persons who are chronically homeless
□ Persons with serious mental illness
□ Persons with significant drug/alcohol addictions
□ Persons with chronic medical condition(s)
□ Persons exiting the foster care system
□ Persons exiting criminal justice facilities
□ Persons exiting mental health or psychiatric inpatient facilities □ Persons exiting residential chemical dependency treatment facilities

6. DUNS Number:

7. Federal Tax ID Number:

8. Contact Information for Project Applicant:

Lead Applicant Agency:
__________________________________________________________________________ Agency Mailing
Address:_________________________________________________________________________ City of Porterville RFP for Use of PLHA Funds 10 | P a g e Total Annual Agency Operating Budget (for all activities of the applicant agency from all sources):
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Executive Director Program Manager HMIS Data
Manager
Finance/Bookkeeper
Name
Title
Address (if
different mailing
then above)

Phone
FAX
Email

9. Applicant Type
Nonprofit organization

10. Provide the caption, cause number, Court, Counsel, and general summary of any litigation pending or judgment rendered within the past three (3) years against the applicant, as applicable.

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11. Indicate the extent, if any, to which the firm, association or corporation or any person in a controlling capacity or any position involving the administration of federal, state or local funds; is currently under suspension, debarment, voluntary exclusion, or determination of eligibility by any agency; has been suspended, debarred, voluntarily excluded or determined ineligible by any agency within the past three (3) years; does have a proposed debarment pending; has been indicted, convicted or has a civil judgment rendered against said person, firm, association or corporation by a court of competent jurisdiction in any matter involving fraud or misconduct with the past three (3) years.

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Item No. 8.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: License Agreement with the County of Tulare for Local Initiatives Navigation Centers (LINC) Events at the Porterville Navigation Center SOURCE: Planning and Engineering
COMMENT: Staff was contacted by the Tulare County Probation Department's Connections and Mobile Service Center unit regarding participation in Local Initiative Navigation Center (LINC) events at the Porterville Navigation Center. The LINC events provide a centralized access point where individuals and families experiencing homelessness can connect with multi-agency community support and resources, including housing, coordinated entry, benefits assistance, healthcare services, employment support, and other community-based programs.

The County's participation would consist of parking and operating its Probation Department mobile service vehicle in designated parking spaces at the Porterville Navigation Center, located at 140 South C Street, every Wednesday from 9:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m. The mobile service vehicle would provide probation-related services to members of the public and expand the resources currently available during LINC events.

The County requires a binding agreement with the City prior to participating in the LINC events. The proposed License Agreement would provide the County non-exclusive use of designated parking spaces at the Navigation Center during the authorized hours. Existing accessible parking spaces are specifically excluded from the agreement and may not be utilized or blocked by County operations.

The agreement would have an initial term of one month beginning September 2, 2026, and would automatically renew on a month-to-month basis. Either party may terminate the agreement upon 30 days' written notice. The County would pay the City an annual license fee of $1 and provide liability insurance naming the City as an additional insured.

Kings View, as operator of the Navigation Center, would acknowledge the parking arrangement and agree to keep the designated parking spaces available during the County's authorized use.

Item No. 8.

Approval of the License Agreement would allow the Tulare County Probation Department to participate in the weekly LINC events and provide additional services and resources to individuals utilizing the Porterville Navigation Center.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve the License Agreement with the County of Tulare for non-exclusive use of designated parking spaces at the Porterville Navigation Center, located at 140 South C Street, for
participation in weekly LINC events; and

2. Authorize the Mayor to execute the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Locator Map - Navigation Center

2. Draft License Agreement
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Clayton Dignam, Acting Planning and Engineering Director Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk C ST
Locator Map
Porterville Navigation Center
Date Printed: 8/24/2026 by the Community Development Department 1 in = 57 feet
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Project Location
1 LICENSE AGREEMENT FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 140 SOUTH C STREET, PORTERVILLE This agreement, entered into ________________________, 2026 (the “LICENSE”), is between the City of Porterville, referred to as “LICENSOR” and the COUNTY OF TULARE, a political subdivision of the State of California, referred to as “COUNTY”. LICENSOR and COUNTY are each a “Party”, and together the “Parties” to this Agreement, which is made with reference to the following:
a. WHEREAS, LICENSOR owns or is in control of that certain real property located at 140 South C Street, Porterville, California, commonly known as Porterville Navigation Center (the “Property”); and
b. WHEREAS, COUNTY has requested that LICENSOR permit COUNTY to use the parking area at the Property (the “Premises”) further described and depicted in Exhibit A, attached hereto; and
c. WHEREAS, LICENSOR agrees to license the Premises to COUNTY during the times and for the purposes specified herein.

NOW, THEREFORE, in consideration of the mutual promises and representations set forth herein, the Parties agree as follows:

1. LICENSE. LICENSOR licenses to COUNTY, and COUNTY licenses from LICENSOR, on a nonexclusive basis, the Premises, for the following permitted uses:
a. Parking and operating a Probation Department vehicle (the “Mobile Unit”), to provide probation-related servicesto members of the public, between the hours of 9:00 A.M. to 12:00 P.M, every Wednesday.
b. Any other use or time upon which the Parties mutually agree. 2 c. Accessible parking spaces are excluded from this agreement and shall not be utilized or blocked at any time by COUNTY operations.

2. TERM/TERMINATION. The term of this Agreement shall be for one month, commencing September 2nd, 2026. This agreement shall automatically renew each month thereafter on a month-tomonth basis. Either Party, COUNTY and LICENSOR, shall have the right to terminate this Agreement upon thirty (30) days’ prior written notice to the other Party.

3. LICENSE FEE. COUNTY shall pay LICENSOR an annual license fee of ONE DOLLAR ($1). The annual license fee shall be due and payable upon execution of this Agreement and annually thereafter for so long as this Agreement remains in effect.

4. COUNTY’S DATE OF POSSESSION. Upon commencement of the term described in Section 2 of this Agreement, COUNTY shall be entitled to use the Premises during the times and for the purposes referenced in Section 1, or during any other times or for any purposes separately agreed upon by COUNTY and LICENSOR, as further specified in Section 1.

5. MAINTENANCE.
a. LICENSOR will maintain the Premises based on its standards and make the Premises available to COUNTY, in a reasonably clean condition and free of damage, during the periods described in Section 1 of this Agreement.
b. COUNTY shall keep the Premises in a reasonably clean condition both during and immediately following use and shall notify LICENSOR of any damage or need for repair.

COUNTY must not intentionally or negligently cause or allow damage to the Premises and shall surrender the Premises to the LICENSOR at the end of each use in the same condition as it was received, normal wear and tear excepted. COUNTY is not responsible for any damage or uncleanliness caused by third parties, particularly any damage occurring during times which COUNTY is not in possession of the Premises. 3 6. ALTERATIONS. COUNTY shall not make any cosmetic, structural, or exterior alterations to the Premises.

7. COMPLIANCE WITH LAW. LICENSOR must provide any services called for under this Agreement in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws, regulations and directives. With respect to LICENSOR’s employees, LICENSOR must comply with all laws and regulations pertaining to wages and hours, state and federal income tax, unemployment insurance, Social Security, disability insurance, workers’ compensation insurance, and discrimination in employment.

8. INDEMNITY. Each Party shall indemnify, hold harmless, and defend the other Party, its officers, officials, agents, employees and volunteers from and against any liability (including liability for claims, suits, actions, arbitration proceedings, administrative proceedings, regulatory proceedings, losses, expenses or costs of any kind, whether actual, alleged or threatened, including legal counsel fees and costs, court costs, interest, defense costs, and expert witness fees), where the same arise out of a material breach of this Agreement by the Indemnifying Party or the negligence, recklessness, or willful misconduct of the Indemnifying Party or its personnel in the performance of this Agreement. In the event the Indemnified Party, its officers, employees, agents and/or volunteers are made a party to any action, claim, lawsuit, or other adversarial proceeding arising from the this Agreement, and upon demand by Indemnified Party, the Indemnifying Party shall have an immediate duty to defend the Indemnified Party at the Indemnifying Party’s cost or at the Indemnified Party’s option, to reimburse the Indemnified Party for its costs of defense, including reasonable attorney’s fees and costs incurred in the defense of such matters.

9. INSURANCE. COUNTY will provide certificate of liability insurance naming Licensor as additional insured.

10. DESTRUCTION. In the event the Premises or any of the building(s) located on the Property, is totally or partially destroyed by fire, earthquake, or other casualty so as to render the Premises unfit for 4 COUNTY’s intended use(s), whether in whole or in part, COUNTY shall have the right to terminate this Agreement on which such destruction occurs.

11. CONDEMNATION. If, during the tenancy, there is any taking by condemnation of all or part of the Premises or the Property, of which the Premises are a part, the rights and obligations of the parties shall be determined as follows:
a. If the Premises are totally taken by condemnation, the license shall terminate on the date of the taking;
b. If any portion of the Property is taken by condemnation the license shall remain in effect, except that COUNTY may elect to terminate the tenancy by giving notice of same within ten (10) days of the date of the taking.

12. ASSIGNMENT. COUNTY shall not assign or encumber its interest in the license, or sub-license all or any part of the Premises, without the consent of LICENSOR, which such consent shall not be unreasonably withheld.

13. SIGNS. COUNTY may install temporary, movable signs or canopies on the Premises during the hours of operation, subject to LICENSOR’s prior written consent, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld. On the expiration or termination of this LICENSE, LICENSOR may remove and dispose of any items which were permitted to be installed in accordance with the terms of this section, after having given a reasonable time for COUNTY to remove such items.

14. LICENSOR'S ENTRY ON PREMISES. LICENSOR and its officers, employees, agents, and representatives shall retain the right to access the Premises at all times, provided such access does not unreasonably interfere with COUNTY's authorized use of the Premises under this Agreement.

15. SURRENDER. On expiration or other termination of the tenancy, COUNTY shall surrender the premises to LICENSOR in good condition, ordinary wear and tear excepted. COUNTY shall remove all its 5 personal property and shall perform all restoration made necessary by the removal of any alterations, fixtures, or signs.

16. SUCCESSORS. This agreement shall be binding on, and inure to, the benefit of the parties, their successors and assigns, except as otherwise limited by this agreement.

17. NOTICE. Any notice, demand, request, consent, approval or other communication required or permitted under this agreement shall be in writing and must be either delivered in person or sent by certified mail, postage prepaid, to the follow addresses:

COUNTY: Board of Supervisors
County of Tulare Administration Building
2800 W. Burrel
Visalia, CA 93291

w/Copy to: Tulare County General Services
Attn: Property Management
2637 W. Burrel Ave., Ste 200.

Visalia, CA 93291
LICENSOR: City of Porterville
Attn: City Clerk
291 N Main Street
Porterville, CA 93257

Notice shall be deemed communicated four (4) days from the time of mailing as provided in this section.

18. WAIVER. The failure of either party to insist on strict compliance with any provision of this Agreement will not be considered a waiver of any right to do so, whether for that breach or any subsequent breach. The acceptance by either party of either performance or payment will not be considered to be a waiver of any preceding breach of the Agreement by the other party.

19. EXHIBITS. All Exhibits to this Agreement are fully incorporated into and are integral parts of this Agreement.
6 20. INTEGRATION. This instrument contains all the agreements of the parties relating to the premises and cannot be modified or amended except by a subsequent agreement in writing.

21. NO THIRD-PARTY BENEFICIARIES. Unless specifically set forth, the parties to this Agreement do not intend to provide any third-party benefit or enforceable legal or equitable right or remedy.

22. GOVERNING LAW. This Agreement will be interpreted and governed under the laws of the State of California without reference to California conflicts of law principles.

23. HEADINGS. Paragraph headings are provided for organizational purposes only and do not in any manner affect the scope, meaning or intent of the provisions under the headings.

24. INTERPRETATION. This Agreement reflects the contributions of both parties and accordingly the provisions of Civil Code Section 1654 shall not apply to address and interpret any uncertainty.

25. CONFLICT WITH LAWS OR REGULATIONS; SEVERABILITY. This Agreement is subject to all applicable laws and regulations. If any provision of this agreement is found by any court or other legal authority, or is agreed by the parties, to be in conflict with any code or regulation governing its subject, the conflicting provision will be considered null and void. If the effect of nullifying any conflicting provision is such that a material benefit of the Agreement to either party is lost, the Agreement may be terminated at the option of the affected party. In all other cases the remainder of the Agreement will continue in full force and effect.

26. AUTHORITY. Each person executing this Agreement on behalf of a party represents and warrants that such person is duly and validly authorized to do so on behalf of the entity it purports to bind, and if such party is a partnership, corporation or trustee, that such partnership, corporation or trustee has full right to enter into this Agreement and perform all of its obligations hereunder.

27. COUNTERPARTS. This Agreement may be executed in two or more counterparts, and by facsimile, all of which shall be considered one and the same agreement. 7 28. MANUAL OR ELECTRONIC SIGNATURES. The Parties may sign this Agreement by means of manual or electronic signatures. The Parties agree that the electronic signature of a Party, whether digital or encrypted, is intended to authenticate this Agreement and to have the same force and effect as a manual signature. For purposes of this Agreement, the term “electronic signature” means any electronic sound, symbol, or process attached to or logically associated with this Agreement and executed and adopted by a Party with the intent to sign this Agreement, including facsimile, portable document format, or email electronic signatures, pursuant to the California Uniform Electronic Transactions Act (Cal. Civ.

Code §§ 1633.1 to 1633.17, as it may be amended from time to time). [THIS SPACE LEFT INTENTIONALLY BLANK; SIGNATURES FOLLOW ON NEXT PAGE]

8 THE PARTIES, having read and considered the above provisions, indicate their agreement by their authorized signatures below.

LICENSOR
City of Porterville
Date: By:

Title: Greg Meister, Mayor
Date: By:

Name
Title: Kingsview
Acknowledgment Regarding Parking Arrangement and Associated Cooperation Kings View hereby agrees on its own behalf and on behalf of its employees, agents, invitees, contractors, and/or assigns, to vacate all vehicles or other obstructions otherwise occupying the parking spaces constituting the Premises during the periods outlined in this License Agreement. Kings View further agrees to waive any claims otherwise arising from County’s use of the Premises, and shall indemnify the County to the same extent as required by City herein.

Note: Corporations Code Section 313 requires that contracts with a corporation shall be signed by the (1) chairman of the Board, the president or any vice-president and (2) the secretary, any assistant, the chief financial officer, or any assistant treasurer; unless the contract is also accompanied by a certified copy of the Board of Directors resolution authorizing the execution of the contract.

COUNTY

COUNTY OF TULARE
By: __________________________
Amy Shuklian
Chair, Board of Supervisors
ATTEST: JASON T. BRITT
County Administrative Office / Clerk of
the Board of Supervisors
By: _________________________
Deputy Clerk
Approved as to form:

County Counsel
By: __________________________
Deputy County Counsel
9 Matter ID: 2026576
Exhibit A
Vicinity Map
140 S. C Street, Porterville, CA 93257
- The Property
- The Premises
Item No. 9.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization for Street Closure — Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off SOURCE: Parks and Leisure Services
COMMENT: The Parks and Leisure Services Department requests authorization for temporary street closures in downtown Porterville to accommodate the annual Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off, a fundraiser benefiting the Zalud House Museum. The event will take place on Saturday, October 3, 2026, with the requested street closures from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. to accommodate event setup, activities, and teardown.

Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off is an annual community event celebrating Porterville's history through a variety of activities, entertainment, vendors, historical displays, and a rib cook-off. Proceeds from the event benefit the Zalud House Museum and support the preservation and promotion of local history.

To provide a safe and accessible event area, staff recommends the temporary closure of the following streets:
• Main Street from Morton Avenue to Putnam Avenue; and
• Harrison Avenue, Thurman Avenue, and Cleveland Avenue from Division Street to the alley east of Main Street.

The Internal Community Civic Event form has been routed to City departments for review. The approved outside amplifier permit and proposed road closure map are attached to this report.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize the temporary closure of Main Street from Morton Avenue to Putnam Avenue, and Harrison Avenue, Thurman Avenue, and Cleveland Avenue from Division Street to the alley east of Main Street, on October 3, 2026, from 5:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m., to accommodate the Pioneer Days & Rib Cook-Off.

Item No. 9.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Police Department Amplified Permit_Approved

2. Street Closure Map
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Donnie Moore, Deputy City Manager
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

Item No. 10.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Authorization to Schedule a Public Hearing to Consider Amendments to Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code Regarding Entertainment Zones
SOURCE: City Manager's Office
COMMENT: On March 17, 2026, the City Council adopted Ordinance No. 1930, amending Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code to establish Entertainment Zones within the City. The ordinance established a framework allowing limited outdoor consumption of beer and wine during approved community civic events while maintaining local permitting, public safety, insurance, and enforcement requirements.

Ordinance No. 1930 currently establishes two Entertainment Zones: the Downtown Zone, consisting of Main Street between Olive Avenue and Morton Avenue, including adjacent sidewalks and public rights-of-way; and the Airport Zone, consisting of designated public areas of the Porterville Municipal Airport.

At its August 18, 2026, meeting, the City Council considered amendments to the Entertainment Zone Program and directed staff to prepare amendments to Chapter 15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code to establish the Porterville Sports Complex as an Entertainment Zone and expand the existing Downtown Entertainment Zone to include Third Street, D Street, and Main Street, each between Olive Avenue and Morton Avenue, including adjacent sidewalks and public rights-of-way. The proposed redline reflects the addition of the Sports Complex Zone and expansion of the Downtown Zone.

The proposed amendments would modify the geographic boundaries of the City's Entertainment Zones while retaining the existing operational and public safety requirements established by Ordinance No. 1930.

A redline of the proposed amendments to Chapter 15.20 is attached for City Council review.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council authorize staff to schedule a public hearing for September 15, 2026, to consider amendments to Chapter Item No. 10.

15.20 of the Porterville Municipal Code to establish the Porterville Sports Complex as an Entertainment Zone and expand the Downtown Entertainment Zone.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Proposed Redline Amendments to Porterville Municipal Code Chapter 15.20 – Entertainment Zones
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Richard Tree, City Manager
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk 15‐20: REGULATIONS:
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H. Entertainment Zones:

1. Definitions: The following definitions apply in this subsection:

ABC: The California Department of Alcoholic Beverage Control.

ALCOHOLIC BEVERAGE: Has the same meaning as set forth in California Business and Professions Code section 23004.

CITY MANAGER: The City Manager or designee.

ENTERTAINMENT ZONE: Has the same meaning as set forth in California Business and Professions Code section 23039.5.

ENTERTAINMENT ZONE EVENT: A City-approved community civic event during which limited consumption of alcoholic beverages is permitted within an entertainment zone.

MANAGEMENT PLAN: The Entertainment Zone Operating Standards adopted by the City Council.

OPEN CONTAINER: Any bottle, can, cup, or other receptacle that is open or has been opened and contains any alcoholic beverage.

2. Entertainment Zone Controls:
a. No Entertainment Zone Event may occur without issuance of a valid community civic event permit and any other approvals required by the City. b. Alcohol service within an Entertainment Zone shall be conducted in a manner that promotes responsible consumption and compliance with State law, including service limits, age verification, and refusal of service to intoxicated persons as provided in the management plan.
c. Authorization of an entertainment zone event does not exempt any person from compliance with:
(1) Applicable provisions of Chapter 15.20;
(2) California Business and Professions Code;
(3) ABC licensing and permitting requirements; and
(4) All conditions imposed by the City.
d. A person may possess and consume an open container of an alcoholic beverage in a public place within an entertainment zone only during an approved entertainment zone event and only if the alcoholic beverage was purchased from:
(1) A premises authorized by ABC to permit off-premises consumption within an entertainment zone pursuant to California Business and Professions Code sections 23357, 23358, or 23396; or
(2) A person authorized to sell alcoholic beverages pursuant to an ABC special event permit or license.
e. Nothing in this subsection replaces or supersedes the requirements for a community civic event permit.
f. The City Manager may require the use of nontransferable wristbands, including procedures for issuance, display, and enforcement, to verify age eligibility and compliance with alcohol service requirements.

3. Implementation:
a. The City Manager is authorized to administer and implement this subsection and to establish administrative procedures necessary for its execution. b. Prior to authorizing an entertainment zone event, the City Manager shall ensure adoption and compliance with a management plan addressing, at a minimum:
(1) Age verification and wristband requirements;
(2) Container requirements;
(3) Hours of operation;
(4) Insurance and indemnification;
(5) Security, crowd control, and cleanup; and
(6) Enforcement procedures.
c. The City Manager may impose event-specific conditions or revoke authorization to protect public health, safety, or welfare.

4. Entertainment Zone Established: Pursuant to California Business and Professions Code sections 23039.5 and 25690, the City Council hereby establishes the following entertainment zones:
a. Downtown Zone: Third Street, D Street, and Main Street, each between Olive Avenue and Morton Avenue, including adjacent sidewalks and public rights-of-wayMain Street between Olive Avenue and Morton Avenue, including adjacent sidewalks and public rights-of-way.
b. Airport Zone: Limited to the designated public areas of the Porterville Municipal Airport.
c. Sports Complex Zone: Limited to designated public areas of the Porterville Sports Complex.

Entertainment Zone Events at the Porterville Municipal Airport shall not interfere with aviation operations, emergency access, tenant operations, or federal aviation requirements, and may be subject to additional conditions imposed by the City Manager.

5. Hours of Operation: An entertainment zone event may occur only between the hours of 10:00 a.m. and 11:59 p.m., subject to any additional limitations imposed by:
a. An ABC permit or license;
b. The management plan; or
c. The community civic event permit.

Nothing herein requires an entertainment zone event to operate until 11:59 p.m.; event hours may be further limited by the management plan or community civic event permit.

6. Permitted Alcoholic Beverages and Containers:
a. Alcoholic beverages permitted within the entertainment zone are limited to beer and wine only.
b. Distilled spirits and mixed alcoholic beverages are prohibited. c. Alcoholic beverages shall be served and consumed only in City-approved paper or plastic cups, not exceeding sixteen (16) ounces.
d. Glass, metal, aluminum, or hard plastic containers are prohibited.

Nothing in this subsection authorizes the service or consumption of distilled spirits, mixed drinks, or shots within an Entertainment Zone.

7. Insurance and Indemnity Requirements:
a. Insurance Requirements. Prior to issuance of a community civic event permit authorizing an entertainment zone event, the permit applicant or sponsoring organization, if different than the applicant, shall submit evidence of commercial general liability insurance, at no cost to the City, that complies with all of the following:
(1) Coverage shall be at least as broad as ISO Commercial General Liability Form CG 00 01, provided on an occurrence basis, and shall include bodily injury, including death, property damage, and personal injury;
(2) The policy limit per occurrence shall be in an amount determined by the City’s Risk Manager;
(3) The policy shall cover all losses and damages arising out of or related to the entertainment zone event;
(4) The policy shall be endorsed to name the City, its officers, employees, and agents as additional insureds;
(5) The policy shall be endorsed to provide that it is primary insurance and that any insurance maintained by the City shall not be called upon to contribute to a covered loss; and
(6) The policy shall include a liquor liability endorsement when alcoholic beverages are served or consumed.
b. Required Coverage. No person shall conduct or allow an entertainment zone event unless the insurance required by this subsection is in full force and effect for the duration of the event.
c. Indemnification. To the fullest extent permitted by law, the event organizer/permittee and participating businesses shall defend, indemnify, and hold harmless the City, its officers, employees, and agents from and against any and all claims, actions, losses, damages, liabilities, costs, and expenses of every type and description, including attorneys’ fees, arising directly or indirectly, in whole or in part, from the acts or omissions of the permittee, participating businesses, or their officers, employees, contractors, or agents, except to the extent caused by the City’s sole negligence or willful misconduct.

8. Fees and Deposits:
a. A ten-dollar ($10) wristband fee may be required for participation in an entertainment zone event, with proceeds deposited into the Entertainment Zone Fund, or such successor fund as may be designated by the City.
b. Collection, accounting, and remittance of such fees shall be governed by administrative procedures established by the City Manager. c. Event organizers shall provide a refundable security and cleanup deposit in the amount of five hundred dollars ($500), subject to use and refund as provided in the management plan.

9. Enforcement and Penalties:
a. Violations of this subsection or the management plan are subject to criminal, civil, and administrative enforcement.
b. Failure to comply with the management plan constitutes a violation of this subsection and may result in suspension or revocation of authorization for the event. c. Violations are declared a public nuisance.
d. Civil penalties may be imposed in amounts not less than $250 and not more than $25,000 for each day the violation continues.
e. Remedies are cumulative.

10. Biennial Review: Every two years, the City Manager shall review the operation of entertainment zones in consultation with the Police Department and present findings to the City Council. Reports shall be made available to ABC upon request. The City Manager may also conduct an initial review following the first year of implementation and present findings to the City Council.

11. Severability: If any provision of this ordinance is held invalid, such invalidity shall not affect other provisions. (Ord. 1324, 12-18-1984; Ord. 1326, 5-7-1985; Ord. 1346, 3-18- 1986; Ord. 1384 § 2, 8-4-1987; Ord. 1584, 10-19-1999; Ord. 1586, 5-16-2000; Ord. 1612, 8- 20-2002; Ord. 1613 §§ 1, 2, 3, 9-17-2002; Ord. 1625, 11-19-2002; Ord. 1718 § 1, 3-20- 2007; Ord. 1930, 3-17-2026)
Item No. 11.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Intergovernmental Agreement with Kern Community College District for a Porterville College School Resource Officer
SOURCE: Police
COMMENT: For many years, the Porterville Police Department has partnered with Kern Community College District (KCCD) to provide a part-time School Resource Officer (SRO) at the Porterville College campus. The SRO provides on-site safety, security, and response to criminal activity occurring on or near the campus. KCCD has previously shared in the cost of the part-time position and has agreed to enter into a new agreement with the City for a full-time SRO.

Under the proposed Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement, the City will assign one full-time sworn Police Officer to serve as a School Resource Officer at Porterville College for 40 hours per week from September 10, 2026 through June 30, 2029. The Police Department will remain responsible for selecting and supervising the assigned officer, who will remain a City employee under the direction and control of the Department. The SRO will primarily serve the Porterville College campus but may assist with high-priority Police Department needs elsewhere in the City when necessary.

The estimated annual salary and benefit cost for the SRO is $123,000. KCCD will reimburse the City for 100 percent of the actual salary and benefit costs, up to $123,000 annually, and up to an additional $61,500 annually for overtime, special details generating overtime, and replacement officer costs when the designated SRO is unavailable. Total reimbursement is limited to actual costs incurred, up to $184,500 annually.

The City will remain responsible for providing the SRO with the necessary safety equipment and vehicle.

The agreement also provides for an annual review of SRO activities and salary and benefit costs. Each June, the Chief of Police and Porterville College President, or their designees, will meet to review the program and determine whether any written modifications to the agreement are necessary.

The proposed agreement will continue the longstanding partnership between Item No. 11.
the City and Porterville College while expanding the program from a part-time to a full-time SRO, with KCCD reimbursing the City for the officer's salary, benefits, overtime, and specified replacement staffing costs.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Approve the Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement with Kern Community College District on behalf of Porterville College for a full-time School Resource Officer for the period of September 10, 2026 through June 30, 2029; and

2. Authorize the City Manager to execute the agreement and any documents necessary to administer the agreement.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Intergovernmental Cooperative Agreement – Porterville College School Resource Officer
Appropriated/Funded: Kern Community College District/Porterville College – Reimbursement of actual costs up to $184,500 annually
Review By:

Department Director:

Bobby Rader, Interim Chief of Police
Final Approver: Richard Tree, City Manager
1 INTERGOVERNMENTAL COOPERATIVE AGREEMENT
This Agreement is entered into as of September 10, 2026, by and between the CITY OF PORTERVILLE ("CITY" or "DEPARTMENT"), and the KERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT OBO PORTERVILLE COLLEGE ("KCCD" or "DISTRICT") (each a "Party," and collectively, the "Parties"), with reference to the following:

A. The Parties wish to continue efforts to create and maintain a safe environment for students and staff attending school campuses in the City of Porterville, and the Parties believe this is vital to the educational process.

B. The Parties desire to share in the costs of supplying a School Resource Officer (SRO) to respond to reports from Porterville College officials concerning criminal and other activities occurring on the Porterville College Campus and surrounding areas that jeopardize the safety and security of the staff and students attending the college.

C. The Parties are willing to enter into this Agreement on the terms and conditions set forth below:

ACCORDINGLY, IT IS AGREED:

TERMS AND CONDITIONS

1. Term
The term of this Agreement shall be for two (2) years and ten (10) months, commencing on September 10, 2026, and ending on June 30, 2029.

2. Scope of Services
The CITY shall provide one full-time sworn police officer to serve as a School Resource Officer (SRO), commencing at the beginning of the school year in August 2026 and continuing through the end of the school year in June 2029. The SRO shall be assigned to the Porterville College Campus full time (40 hours per week) and shall respond to reports of criminal activity or other activity threatening the safety and security of students, faculty, and staff occurring on or near the Porterville College Campus within the CITY's geographical limits. Nothing in this Agreement shall prohibit the SRO from assisting other law enforcement officers or being reassigned when necessary to address high-priority needs of the DEPARTMENT, as determined by the on-duty supervisor.

3. Selection and Personnel
The DEPARTMENT will be responsible for selecting which DEPARTMENT employee will serve as the 2 SRO, or the acting SRO for days when the designated SRO may be on leave, absent for training, or otherwise not available.

4. Estimated Cost
The maximum estimated annual salary and benefit cost for one SRO is $123,000. This amount does not include overtime, special detail, replacement officer, or other ancillary costs.

5. Cost Allocation
One (1) SRO shall be assigned to Porterville College. KCCD shall pay 100% of the actual salary and benefit costs for the SRO, up to $123,000 annually. KCCD shall also pay up to an additional $61,500 annually for overtime costs, special details generating overtime, and costs associated with providing a replacement officer when the designated SRO is unavailable.

6. City Contribution
The CITY shall fully equip one SRO with all necessary safety equipment and vehicle.

7. District Contribution
KCCD's total reimbursement to the CITY under this Agreement shall not exceed $184,500 annually, consisting of up to $123,000 for the actual salary and benefit costs of the SRO and up to $61,500 for overtime, special details, replacement officer costs, and other costs authorized under this Agreement.

8. Invoicing and Payment
The CITY shall invoice KCCD annually for the actual costs incurred under this Agreement, subject to the annual maximum contribution established in Section 7. Each invoice shall include sufficient documentation of the costs for which reimbursement is requested. KCCD shall remit payment to the CITY within thirty (30) days of receipt of the invoice.

9. Funding Discontinuation
KCCD's obligations under this Agreement are contingent upon the availability of funding for the SRO program. If funding is discontinued or reduced to a level insufficient to support KCCD's obligations under this Agreement, KCCD shall provide the CITY with written notice as soon as reasonably practicable. The parties shall work cooperatively to determine whether the Agreement can be modified to reflect the available funding. If the parties are unable to reach agreement, either party may terminate this Agreement in accordance with the termination provisions set forth herein.

10. Employment Status
It is mutually understood and agreed that the SRO at all times while carrying out this Agreement shall be acting as a CITY employee. The CITY shall retain the right to control and direct the services of the SRO pursuant to this Agreement, and shall retain the usual management rights, powers, and authority of an employer over such employees. The CITY will make every effort to ensure that scheduling of vacation leaves and training sessions for the SRO are made with consideration of the needs of the DISTRICT.
3 11. Student Discipline
KCCD shall ensure that appropriate Porterville College administrators cooperate with the DEPARTMENT and the assigned SRO in the implementation of this Agreement. KCCD shall designate an appropriate representative to serve as the primary point of contact with the DEPARTMENT regarding the SRO program and shall promptly communicate any operational concerns regarding the services provided under this Agreement.

12. Non-Discrimination
Neither the DISTRICT nor the CITY shall discriminate because of race, religion, color, national origin, disability, marital status, age, or sex against any person by refusing any person or privilege offered to or engaged by the general public.

13. Indemnity
The DISTRICT shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the CITY, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all liability, claims, damage, cost, expenses, awards, fines, judgments, and expenses of litigation (including, without limitation, costs, attorney fees, expert witness fees, and prevailing party fees and cost) of every nature arising out of or in connection with the assigned officer's performance of work or his or her failure to comply with any of its obligations contained in the Agreement, except such loss or damage which was caused by the active negligence by the CITY, or the gross or willful misconduct of the assigned officer.

The CITY shall indemnify, defend, and hold harmless the DISTRICT, its officers, officials, employees, and volunteers from and against any and all liability, claims, damage, cost, expenses, awards, fines, judgments, and expenses of litigation (including, without limitation, costs, attorney fees, expert witness fees, and prevailing party fees and cost) of every nature arising out of the active negligence by the CITY or the gross or willful misconduct of the assigned officer during the performance of work hereunder.

In the event of concurrent negligence on the part of DISTRICT or any of its officers, directors, trustees, employees, agents or volunteers, and CITY or any of its officers, officials, employees, agents or volunteers, the liability for any and all such claims, demands and actions in law equity for such losses, fines, penalties, forfeiture, costs and damages shall be apportioned under the State of California's theory of comparative negligence as presently established or as may be modified hereafter.

If the DISTRICT rejects a tender of defense by the CITY and/or the assigned officer under this Agreement, and it is later determined that the CITY and/or the officer breached no duty of care and/or was immune from liability, the DISTRICT shall reimburse the CITY and/or officer for any and all litigation expenses (including, without limitation, costs, attorney fees, expert witness fees, and prevailing party fees and cost). A duty of care or immunity determination may be made by a jury or a court, including a declaratory relief determination by a court after the CITY and/or officer settles a liability claim, with or without participation by the DISTRICT.

The Parties acknowledge that it is not the intent of the Agreement to create a duty of care by the CITY or its assigned officer that they would not owe in the absence of the Agreement. The Agreement does not create an affirmative duty of care (including, without limitation, a duty to protect, a duty to deter, and/or a duty to intervene) by the CITY or the assigned officer, and the absence of the assigned officer and/or patrol vehicle is not a material breach of this Agreement. The Parties further acknowledge that by entering into this Agreement, neither the CITY nor its assigned officer intends to waive any 4 immunities to which they would be entitled in the absence of the Agreement.

14. Insurance Requirements
Each party shall obtain, pay for an maintain in effect during the Term of this Agreement or Date(s) of Service(s), the following policies of insurance issued by an insurance company “rated not less than A- VI” in A.M. Best’s Insurance Rating Guide, or self-insurance under a pooled coverage program: (i) Commercial General Liability insurance (including contractual, products and completed operations coverage, bodily injury, and property damage liability insurance) with single combined limits of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence; (ii) Sexual Abuse or Molestation coverage, or alternately, Liability coverage providing Non-Employment Sexual Abuse coverage, with limits not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence, either by separate policy or by an endorsement to the Commercial General Liability coverage; (iii) Commercial Automobile Liability insurance for “any auto” with combined single limits of liability of not less than $1,000,000 per occurrence; and (iv) Evidence of Workers’ Compensation and State Disability insurance as required under law. Each party shall furnish the other with a certificate of insurance including an endorsement naming the other party as an additional named insured under each applicable policy with respect to this Agreement and stating that each party will provide written notice at least thirty (30) days prior to cancellation or material change in the form of the policy or reduction in coverage. Prior to rendering Services pursuant to this Agreement, and at party’s expense, each party shall furnish the other party with a Certificate of Insurance (COI) evidencing the endorsements required above. Each party shall have the right to inspect the other party's original insurance policies upon request. Upon notification of a notice of cancellation, change or reduction in coverage, each party shall immediately file with the other party a certified copy of the required new or renewal policy and certificates for such policy.

15. Notices
Except as otherwise required by law, any notice to be given shall be in writing and shall be either personally delivered, sent by facsimile transmission, or sent by first-class mail, postage prepaid, and addressed as follows:

CITY:

City of Porterville
Attn: City Clerk
291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257
Phone: 559-782-7442
Fax: 559-782-7452
DISTRICT:

Kern Community College District
Attn: Contracts Department/CFO
2100 Chester Avenue
Bakersfield, CA 93301
Phone: 661-336-5100
Fax: 661-336-5178
Email: [email protected]
Notice personally delivered is effective when delivered. Notice sent by facsimile transmission shall be deemed received upon successful transmission. Notice sent by first-class mail shall be deemed 5 received on the fifth day after mailing. Any Party may change the above address, phone number, or fax number by giving written notice pursuant to this paragraph.

ADMINISTRATIVE PROVISIONS
a. Amendments: No modification, amendment, or addendum to this Agreement shall be valid unless it is set forth in writing and is signed by the parties. b. Termination:
• i. The right to terminate this Agreement under this provision may be exercised without prejudice to any other right or remedy to which the terminating Party may be entitled to by law or under this Agreement.
o 1. This Agreement may be terminated by any Party should another Party:
▪ a. Be adjudged bankrupt,
▪ b. Become insolvent or have a receiver appointed,
▪ c. Make a general assignment for the benefit of creditors, ▪ d. Suffer any judgment which remains unsatisfied for 30 days and which would substantively impair the ability of the judgment debtor to perform under this Agreement, or
▪ e. Materially breach this Agreement.
o 2. For any occurrences except item (e), termination may be effected upon written notice by the terminating Party specifying the date of termination, with at least sixty (60) days' advance written notice.
o 3. Upon a material breach, the Agreement may be terminated following the failure of the defaulting Party to remedy the breach to the satisfaction of the non-defaulting Party(ies) within five (5) days of written notice specifying the breach. If the breach is not remedied within the five (5) day period, the non-defaulting Party may terminate the Agreement on further written notice specifying the date of termination. o 4. If the nature of the breach is such that it cannot be cured within a five (5) day period, the defaulting Party may submit a written proposal within that period which sets forth a specific means to resolve the default. If the non-defaulting Party(ies) consent to that proposal in writing, which consent shall not be unreasonably withheld, the defaulting Party shall immediately embark on its plan to cure. If the default is not cured within the time agreed upon, the non-defaulting Party(ies) may terminate upon written notice specifying the date of termination.

5. This Agreement may be terminated by either party with or without cause and for any or no reason upon (30) days written notice to the other party. • ii. Effects of Termination: Termination of this Agreement shall not terminate any obligations to indemnify, to maintain and make available any records pertaining to the Agreement, to cooperate with any audit, to be subject to offset, or to make any reports or pre-termination contract activities.
c. Entire Agreement: This Agreement, including all recitals, constitutes the entire agreement of the Parties. This Agreement may be amended or modified only by the mutual written agreement of the Parties. This Agreement is invalid unless approved by the legislative body of each Party, although it may be executed by an authorized agent of each Party. An authorized agent of the CITY shall be a person specifically authorized by the legislative body of the CITY to execute this Agreement, at the level of City Manager or City Attorney or equivalent.
6 d. Construction and Interpretation: This Agreement reflects the contributions of all Parties and accordingly the provisions of Civil Code Section 1654 shall not apply to address and interpret any uncertainty.
e. Third-Party Beneficiaries: Unless specifically set forth, the Parties to this Agreement do not intend to provide any other party with any benefit or enforceable legal or equitable right or remedy. f. Waiver: The failure of any Party to insist on strict compliance with any provision of this Agreement shall not be considered a waiver of any right to do so, whether for the breach or any subsequent breach.

The acceptance by any Party of either performance or payment shall not be considered to be a waiver of any preceding breach of the Agreement by any other Party. g. Severability: This Agreement is subject to all applicable laws and regulations. If any provision of this Agreement is found by any court or other legal authority, or is agreed by the Parties, to be in conflict with any code or regulation governing its subject, the conflicting provision shall be considered null and void. If the effect of nullifying any conflicting provision is such that a material benefit of the Agreement to either Party is lost, the Agreement may be terminated at the option of the affected Party. h. Further Assurances: Each Party agrees to execute any additional documents and to perform any further acts that may be reasonably required to effect the purposes of this Agreement. i. Future Intent: In June of each year of the Agreement, the Chief of Police and the Porterville College President or their designees, shall convene a meeting to discuss the activities of the SRO during the previous school year. The Chief of Police shall provide the new salary and benefits costs for the position, if any, and the agreement will be modified in writing to indicate the amount of funding for which each party shall be responsible.

THE PARTIES, having read and considered the above provisions, indicate their agreement by their authorized signatures below.

CITY OF PORTERVILLE:

Richard Tree, City Manager
Date:

KERN COMMUNITY COLLEGE DISTRICT
OBO PORTERVILLE COLLEGE:

Robert B. Miller, DPA
Interim Chief Financial Officer
Date:

Item No. 12.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Acceptance of California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant
SOURCE: Police
COMMENT: In January 2026, the Porterville Police Department submitted a grant proposal to the California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) requesting funding through the Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP). The goal of the STEP program is to reduce traffic-related deaths and injuries through targeted enforcement, education, and other traffic safety strategies addressing impaired driving and other primary collision factors.

On August 20, 2026, the Department received notification that OTS had awarded the City $88,000 for the STEP program. The grant period is October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027.

Grant funding will support overtime and related personnel costs for DUI/driver's license checkpoints, DUI saturation patrols, traffic enforcement, distracted driving enforcement, motorcycle safety enforcement, pedestrian and bicycle enforcement, collaborative enforcement operations, and traffic safety education. The grant also provides funding for approved training and travel and DUI checkpoint supplies.

The grant will supplement the Police Department's existing traffic enforcement efforts and provide additional resources to address impaired driving, unsafe speed, distracted driving, and other traffic safety concerns within the community. No City General Fund match is required. Eligible expenditures will be reimbursed in accordance with the terms of the grant agreement.

The Grant Agreement identifies Orlando Ortiz as Grant Director, Trisha Whiteley as Fiscal Official, and Mark Azevedo as Authorizing Official. These individuals are designated to execute and administer the grant consistent with their respective roles and authority under the Grant Agreement.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Accept the California Office of Traffic Safety Selective Traffic Item No. 12.

Enforcement Program (STEP) Grant, Grant No. PT27133, in the amount of $88,000 for the grant period of October 1, 2026 through September 30, 2027; and

2. Authorize Orlando Ortiz, Grant Director; Trisha Whiteley, Fiscal Official; and Mark Azevedo, Authorizing Official, to execute the Grant Agreement and all documents necessary to administer the grant, consistent with their respective roles and authority under the Grant Agreement.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. California Office of Traffic Safety STEP Grant Agreement No. PT27133
Appropriated/Funded: California Office of Traffic Safety STEP Grant – $88,000 Review By:

Department Director:

Bobby Rader, Interim Chief of Police
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 1 of 22
State of California – Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133

1. GRANT TITLE
Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP)

2. NAME OF AGENCY 3. Grant Period
Porterville From:

To:
10/01/2026
09/30/2027 4. AGENCY UNIT TO ADMINISTER GRANT
Porterville Police Department

5. GRANT DESCRIPTION
Best practice strategies will be conducted to reduce the number of persons killed and injured in crashes involving alcohol and other primary crash factors. The funded strategies may include impaired driving enforcement, enforcement operations focusing on primary crash factors, distracted driving, night-time seat belt enforcement, special enforcement operations encouraging motorcycle safety, enforcement and public awareness in areas with a high number of bicycle and pedestrian crashes, and educational programs. These strategies are designed to earn media attention thus enhancing the overall deterrent effect.

6. Federal Funds Allocated Under This Agreement Shall Not Exceed:

Allocation is contingent upon availability of federal funds. $88,000.00

7. TERMS AND CONDITIONS: The parties agree to comply with the terms and conditions of the following which are by this reference made a part of the Agreement:
• Schedule A – Problem Statement, Goals and Objectives and Method of Procedure • Schedule B – Detailed Budget Estimate and Sub-Budget Estimate (if applicable) • Schedule B-1 – Budget Narrative and Sub-Budget Narrative (if applicable) • Exhibit A – Certifications and Assurances
• Exhibit B* – OTS Grant Program Manual
• Exhibit C – Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS) Access *The item shown with an asterisk (*), is hereby incorporated by reference and made a part of this agreement as if attached hereto. This document can be viewed at the OTS home web page under Grants: www.ots.ca.gov.

Use of OTS Grant Agreement template in lieu of the California Model Agreement (CMA) The California Office of Traffic Safety (OTS) utilizes its standardized OTS Grant Agreement template for awards. The format, structure, and uniformity of the OTS Grant Agreement template allows for processing through Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS). OTS’s approach to using the OTS Grant Agreement template is consistent with the California Model Agreement (CMA) developed by University of California Office of the President (UCOP) and directed by the Department of General Service (DGS). For more information, please review the OTS Grant Program Manual.

Pre-Agreement Work
No work shall commence and no costs shall be incurred prior to the grant start date or the grant agreement being fully signed and executed. Any such costs are incurred at the grantee’s own risk and may not be reimbursed. 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 2 of 22

8. Approval Signatures
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 grant terms and conditions described herein.

IN WITNESS WHEREOF, this Agreement has been executed by the parties hereto.

A. GRANT DIRECTOR B. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL
NAME:

TITLE:

EMAIL:

PHONE:

ADDRESS:

Orlando Ortiz
Lieutenant
[email protected]
(559) 782-7410
350 N. D Street
Porterville, CA 93257
NAME:

TITLE:

EMAIL:

PHONE:

ADDRESS:

Mark Azevedo
Captain
[email protected]
(559) 782-7400
350 N. D Street
Porterville, CA 93257
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C. FISCAL OFFICIAL D. AUTHORIZING OFFICIAL OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY NAME:

TITLE:

EMAIL:

PHONE:

ADDRESS:

Trisha Whiteley
Finance Director
[email protected]
(559) 782-7454
350 N. D Street
Porterville, CA 93257
NAME:

TITLE:

EMAIL:

PHONE:

ADDRESS:

Stephanie Dougherty
Director
[email protected]
(916) 509-3030
2208 Kausen Drive, Suite 300
Elk Grove, CA 95758
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E. ACCOUNTING OFFICER OF OFFICE OF TRAFFIC SAFETY 9. SAM INFORMATION NAME: Mary Khang SAM #:

REGISTERED
ADDRESS:

CITY:

ZIP+4:

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291 N. Main Street
Porterville
93257-3737
ADDRESS: 2208 Kausen Drive Suite 300
Sacramento, CA 95758
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10. PROJECTED EXPENDITURES
FUND CFDA ITEM/APPROPRIATION F.Y. CHAPTER STATUTE PROJECTED

EXPENDITURES
402PT-27 20.600 0521-0890-101 2026 19/26 BA/26 $21,000.00 164ID-27 20.608 0521-0890-101 2026 19/26 BA/26 $57,000.00 405e DDA2720.616 0521-0890-101 2026 19/26 BA/26 $10,000.00

AGREEMENT
TOTAL $88,000.00

AMOUNT ENCUMBERED BY THIS DOCUMENT
I CERTIFY upon my own personal knowledge that the budgeted funds for the current budget year are available for the period and purpose of the expenditure stated above, notwithstanding allocations contingent on availability of federal funds.
$88,000.00

PRIOR AMOUNT ENCUMBERED FOR THIS

AGREEMENT
$ 0.00
OTS ACCOUNTING OFFICER’S SIGNATURE DATE SIGNED TOTAL AMOUNT ENCUMBERED TO DATE {{_es_signer5_signature}} {{_es_signer5_date}} $88,000.00 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 4 of 22
State of California – Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule A

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133

1. PROBLEM STATEMENT
Describe the city, county, or jurisdiction this grant will impact.

The City of Porterville covers roughly 19 square miles of incorporated land with most the recent census data indicating a city population of approximately 63,517. The City of Porterville services a broader trade area of nearly 100,000-110,000 individuals who utilize city services and roadways daily. The city is at the base of the Southern Sierra Nevada Mountains on the eastern side of the San Joaquin Valley, in Tulare County. Porterville is the economic hub of the Southern Sierra, with the Sequoia National Forests nearby, offering outdoor recreational opportunities, such as hiking, camping and fishing. Since its incorporation in 1902, the city's population has grown as it has annexed nearby unincorporated areas. The Porterville Police Department has 85 sworn personnel, to include 52 patrol personnel and a traffic unit of 4 officers.

Describe the problem(s) to be addressed, supported by current and relevant crash data. (most recent calendar year data/stats).

During the 2025 calendar year, the Porterville Police Department issued 3,206 citations, involving 4,009 total violations. The Department’s Traffic Unit and Patrol personnel aggressively targeted the primary factors contributing to local crashes. Notably, Unsafe Speed remains the most prevalent moving violation, with 756 citations issued. Despite our continued efforts, there were a total of 254 Injury Traffic Crashes, which is a reduction of 43 injury crashes from the year prior.

DUI and DUID continues to be an issue in the city of Porterville. Also, there were 45 Non-Injury DUI/DUID Traffic Crashes and 26 Injury DUI/DUID Traffic Crashes, which is still a significant number. Furthermore, the high volume of Unlicensed Drivers (581 citations) and Suspended Licenses (132 citations) underscores a persistent risk to public safety that requires dedicated enforcement details like DUI/DL checkpoints and DUI Saturation Patrols.

We continue to see a rise in crashes involving our vulnerable road users. We reported a high volume of pedestrian and bicycle related crashes. This year saw a sharp rise in injuries, totaling 68 for pedestrians and 15 for bicyclists. Additionally, we had a total of 9 motorcycle crashes, resulting in 9 injury-related crashes as well.

Analysis of localized crash data isolates the top three Primary Crash Factors (PCFs) driving local injury metrics: Unsafe Speed (CVC 22350), Unsafe Turning Movements (CVC 22107), and Failure to Yield at Stop Signs (CVC 21802(a)). Leading the trends on local roadways, Unsafe Speed serves as the primary catalyst for trauma by causing 98 total crashes, 55 injury crashes, and resulting in 79 total injuries. Closely following this hazardous behavior, Unsafe Turning Movements plague high-volume corridors as a major source of friction, resulting in 94 total crashes, 23 injury crashes, and 32 injuries. Finally, right-of-way violations via Failure to Yield at Stop Signs demonstrate a devastatingly disproportionate injury severity rate; while lower in gross numbers with 39 total crashes, this violation triggered 31 injury crashes and left 47 individuals injured.

Define the target population the grant intends to serve and how they are affected by the problem(s).

The City of Porterville is experiencing steady expansion through the addition of new businesses, residential developments, schools, and the ongoing incorporation of county islands. While the census population is 63,517, the city serves as the primary regional hub for employment, medical services, education, and retail for a 20-mile radius. This attracts a massive influx of residents from surrounding communities, pushing the daily effective population to over 100,000. This surge creates heavy traffic congestion, particularly during daytime and early evening hours. The 24/7 operations of the Eagle Mountain Casino in the southwest quadrant have significantly increased traffic volume. Evening hours and special events at the venue have led to a measurable rise in DUI, speeding, and pedestrian/bicycle-related injury crashes.

Through our continued partnership with the Office of Traffic Safety, the Porterville Police Department utilizes supplemental overtime funding to support proactive prevention efforts. These resources are critical for maintaining safer roadways for our residents, commuters, and visitors alike. By supporting these initiatives, 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 5 of 22
we provide the community with the direct benefit of reduced traffic crashes, enhanced public safety, and a more secure transportation landscape.

2. PERFORMANCE MEASURES
A. Goals:

1. Reduce the number of persons killed in traffic crashes.

2. Reduce the number of persons injured in traffic crashes.

3. Reduce the number of pedestrians killed in traffic crashes.

4. Reduce the number of pedestrians injured in traffic crashes.

5. Reduce the number of bicyclists killed in traffic crashes.

6. Reduce the number of bicyclists injured in traffic crashes.

7. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol-involved crashes.

8. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol-involved crashes.

9. Reduce the number of persons killed in drug-involved crashes.

10. Reduce the number of persons injured in drug-involved crashes.

11. Reduce the number of persons killed in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.

12. Reduce the number of persons injured in alcohol/drug combo-involved crashes.

13. Reduce the number of motorcyclists killed in traffic crashes.

14. Reduce the number of motorcyclists injured in traffic crashes.

15. Reduce hit & run fatal crashes.

16. Reduce hit & run injury crashes.

17. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) fatal crashes.

18. Reduce nighttime (2100 - 0259 hours) injury crashes.

B. Objectives: Target Number

1. Issue a news release announcing the kick-off of the grant by December 31st. The kick-off news releases and media advisories, alerts, and materials must be emailed to the OTS Public Information Officer at [email protected], and copied to your OTS Coordinator, for approval 7 days prior to the issuance date of the release.
1 2. Participate and report data (as required) in the following campaigns; Quarter 1:

National Pedestrian Safety Month, National Walk to School Day, National Teen Driver Safety Week, NHTSA Winter Mobilization; Quarter 3: National Distracted Driving Awareness Month, National Motorcycle Safety Month, National Bicycle Safety Month, National Click it or Ticket Mobilization; Quarter 4: National Speed Prevention Campaigns, NHTSA Summer Mobilization, National Child Passenger Safety Week, and California's Pedestrian Safety Month.
12 3. Develop (by December 31) and/or maintain a “DUI BOLO” program to notify patrol and traffic officers to be on the lookout for identified repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. Updated DUI BOLOs should be distributed to patrol and traffic officers monthly. Report on the outcomes of the “DUI BOLO” program.
12 4. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Standardized Field Sobriety Testing (SFST) (minimum 16 hours) POST-certified training. 4 5. Send law enforcement personnel to the NHTSA Advanced Roadside Impaired Driving Enforcement (ARIDE) 16 hour POST-certified training. 4 6. Conduct DUI/DL Checkpoints. A minimum of 1 checkpoint should be conducted during the NHTSA Winter Mobilization and 1 during the Summer Mobilization. To enhance the overall deterrent effect and promote high visibility, it is recommended the grantee issue an advance press release and conduct social media activity for each checkpoint. For combination DUI/DL checkpoints, departments should issue press releases that mention DL's will be checked at the DUI/DL checkpoint. Signs for DUI/DL checkpoints should read "DUI/Driver's License Checkpoint Ahead." OTS does not fund or support independent DL checkpoints. Only on an exception basis and with OTS pre-approval will OTS fund checkpoints that begin prior to 1800 hours. When possible, DUI/DL Checkpoint screeners should be DRE- or ARIDE-trained.
8 7. Conduct DUI Saturation Patrol operation(s). 10
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8. Conduct Traffic Enforcement operation(s), including but not limited to, primary crash factor violations.
9 9. Conduct highly publicized Distracted Driving enforcement operation(s) targeting drivers using hand held cell phones and texting.
7 10. Conduct highly publicized Motorcycle Safety enforcement operation(s) in areas or during events with a high number of motorcycle incidents or crashes resulting from unsafe speed, DUI, following too closely, unsafe lane changes, improper turning, and other primary crash factor violations by motorcyclists and other drivers. 2 11. Conduct highly publicized pedestrian and/or bicycle enforcement operation(s) in areas or during events with a high number of pedestrian and/or bicycle crashes resulting from violations made by pedestrians, bicyclists, and drivers. 1 12. Conduct Traffic Safety educational presentation(s) with an effort to reach community members. Note: Presentation(s) may include topics such as distracted driving, DUI, speed, bicycle and pedestrian safety, seat belts and child passenger safety.
2 13. Participate in highly visible collaborative DUI Enforcement operations. 1

14. Participate in highly visible collaborative Traffic Enforcement operations. 1

15. Send law enforcement personnel to DUI Checkpoint Planning and Management training.
1 3. METHOD OF PROCEDURE
A. Phase 1 – Program Preparation (1st Quarter of Grant Year) • The department will develop operational plans to implement the “best practice” strategies outlined in the objectives section.
• Conduct all training needed to implement the program, in the first quarter. • Purchase all grant related supplies and materials to implement the program, in the first quarter. • Items with a unit cost of $5,000 more (including tax and shipping) must comply with the Buy America Act.
• In order to develop/maintain the “DUI BOLOs,” research will be conducted to identify repeat DUI offenders with a suspended or revoked license as a result of DUI convictions. The DUI BOLO may include the driver’s name, last known address, DOB, description, current license status, and the number of times suspended or revoked for DUI. DUI BOLOs should be updated and distributed to traffic and patrol officers at least monthly. • Implementation of the STEP grant activities will be accomplished by deploying personnel at high crash locations.

Media Requirements
Issue a news release approved by the OTS PIO announcing the kick-off of the grant by December 31 and after the grant is signed and executed, but no sooner than October 1, the start of the grant year. The kick-off release must be approved by the OTS PIO. If you are unable to meet the December 31 deadline to issue a kick-off press release, communicate the reasons to your OTS grant coordinator and OTS PIO.

B. Phase 2 – Program Operations (Throughout Grant Year) Media Requirements
The following requirements are for all grant-related activities:
• Send all media advisories, alerts, videos, graphics, artwork, posters, radio/PSA/video scripts, storyboards, digital and/or print educational materials for grant-related activities to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator. Optimum lead time would be 7 days before the scheduled release but at least 3 business days prior to the scheduled release date for review and approval is appreciated.
• Send all PowerPoint presentations, online presentations and trainings for grant-related activities to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator. Certified training courses are EXEMPT from the approval process.
• The OTS PIO is responsible for the approval of the design and content of materials. The agency understands OTS PIO approval is not authorizing approval of budget expenditure or cost. Any cost approvals must come from the OTS grant coordinator. • Pre-approval is not required when using any OTS-supplied template for media advisories, news releases, social media graphics, videos or posts, or any other OTS-supplied educational material. 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 7 of 22
However, copy the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator when any material is distributed to the media and public, such as a news release, educational material, or link to social media post.
• If an OTS-supplied template, educational material, social media graphic, post or video is substantially changed, the changes shall be sent to the OTS PIO at [email protected] for approval and copy your OTS grant coordinator.
• News releases, social media posts and alerts on platforms such as NextDoor and Nixle reporting immediate and time-sensitive grant activities (e.g. enforcement operations, day of event highlights or announcements, event invites) are EXEMPT from the OTS PIO approval process.

The OTS PIO and your OTS grant coordinator should still be notified when the grant-related activity is happening (e.g. car seat checks, bicycle rodeos, community presentations, DUI checkpoints, etc.).
• Enforcement activities such as warrant and probation sweeps, court stings, etc. that are embargoed or could impact operations by publicizing in advance are EXEMPT from the PIO approval process. However, announcements and results of activities should still be copied to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator with the embargoed date and time or with “INTERNAL ONLY: DO NOT RELEASE” message in subject line of email. • Any earned or paid media campaigns for TV, radio, digital or social media that are part of a specific grant objective, using OTS grant funds, or designed and developed using contractual services by a subgrantee, requires prior approval.
• Social media posts highlighting state or national traffic safety campaigns (Distracted Driving Month, Motorcycle Safety Awareness Month, etc.), enforcement operations (DUI checkpoints, etc.), or any other grant-related activity such as Bicycle rodeos, presentations, or events, are highly encouraged but do not require prior approval.
• Submit a draft or rough-cut of all digital, printed, recorded or video material (brochures, posters, scripts, artwork, trailer graphics, digital graphics, social posts connected to an earned or paid media campaign grant objective) to the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinator for approval prior to the production or duplication. • Use the following standard language in all press, media, and printed materials, space permitting:

Funding for this program was provided by a grant from the California Office of Traffic Safety, through the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. • Space permitting, include the OTS logo on all grant-funded print materials, graphics and paid or earned social media campaign grant objective; consult the OTS PIO and copy your OTS grant coordinator for specifics, format-appropriate logos, or if space does not permit the use of the OTS logo.
• Email the OTS PIO at [email protected] and copy your OTS grant coordinator at least 21 days in advance, or when first confirmed, a short description of any significant grant-related traffic safety event or program, particularly events that are highly publicized beforehand with anticipated media coverage so the OTS has sufficient notice to arrange for attendance and/or participation in the event. If unable to attend, email the OTS PIO at [email protected] and your OTS grant coordinator brief highlights and/or results, including any media coverage (broadcast, digital, print) of the event within 7 days following significant grant-related event or program. The OTS PIO and your OTS grant coordinator should still be notified in advance when the grant-related activity is happening (e.g. car seat checks, bicycle rodeos, community presentations, DUI checkpoints, etc.).
• Any news releases, work plans, scripts, storyboards, artwork, graphics, videos or any educational or informational materials that received OTS PIO approval in a prior grant year must be resubmitted for approval in the current grant year.
• For additional guidance, refer to the OTS Grants Materials Approval Process Guidelines and FAQs .
• Email the OTS PIO at [email protected] or your OTS grant coordinator for consultation when changes from any of the above requirements might be warranted.

C. Phase 3 – Data Collection & Reporting (Throughout Grant Year)

1. Prepare and submit grant claim invoices (due January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30)

2. Prepare and submit Quarterly Performance Reports (QPR) (due January 30, April 30, July 30, and October 30)
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• Collect and report quarterly, appropriate data that supports the progress of goals and objectives. • Provide a brief list of activity conducted, procurement of grant-funded items, and significant media activities. Include status of grant-funded personnel, status of contracts, challenges, or special accomplishments.
• Provide a brief summary of quarterly accomplishments and explanations for objectives not completed or plans for upcoming activities.
• Collect, analyze and report statistical data relating to the grant goals and objectives.

4. METHOD OF EVALUATION
Using the data compiled during the grant, the Grant Director will complete the “Final Evaluation” section in the fourth/final Quarterly Performance Report (QPR). The Final Evaluation should provide a brief summary of the grant’s accomplishments, challenges and significant activities. This narrative should also include whether goals and objectives were met, exceeded, or an explanation of why objectives were not completed.

5. ADMINISTRATIVE SUPPORT
This program has full administrative support, and every effort will be made to continue the grant activities after grant conclusion.
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133

FUND NUMBER CATALOG

NUMBER (CFDA)

FUND DESCRIPTION TOTAL AMOUNT
405e DDA-27 20.616 Distracted Driving Awareness $10,000.00 402PT-27 20.600 State and Community Highway
Safety
$21,000.00
164ID-27 20.608 Minimum Penalties for Repeat
Offenders for Driving While
Intoxicated
$57,000.00

COST CATEGORY FUND
NUMBER

UNIT COST OR
RATE

UNITS TOTAL COST TO
GRANT
A. PERSONNEL COSTS
Straight Time
$0.00
Overtime
DUI/DL Checkpoints 164ID-27 $3,646.75 8 $29,174.00
DUI Saturation Patrols 164ID-27 $1,800.00 10 $18,000.00 Collaborative DUI Enforcement 164ID-27 $1,500.00 1 $1,500.00 Benefits- 164OT @ 11.01% 164ID-27 $48,500.00 1 $5,340.00 Traffic Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,200.00 9 $10,800.00
Motorcycle Safety Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,200.00 2 $2,400.00 Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,200.00 1 $1,200.00 Traffic Safety Educational Presentations 402PT-27 $200.00 2 $400.00 Collaborative Traffic Enforcement 402PT-27 $1,500.00 1 $1,500.00 Benefits- 402OT @ 11.01% 402PT-27 $16,300.00 1 $1,795.00 Distracted Driving Enforcement 405e DDA27$1,286.86 7 $9,008.00 Benefits- 405eOT @ 11.01% 405e DDA27$9,010.00 1 $992.00 Category Sub-Total $82,109.00
B. TRAVEL EXPENSES
In State Travel 402PT-27 $2,905.00 1 $2,905.00
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $2,905.00
C. CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
D. EQUIPMENT
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
E. OTHER DIRECT COSTS
DUI Checkpoint Supplies 164ID-27 $2,986.00 1 $2,986.00
Category Sub-Total $2,986.00
F. INDIRECT COSTS
$0.00
Category Sub-Total $0.00
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GRANT TOTAL $88,000.00
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State of California – Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT
Schedule B-1

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133

BUDGET NARRATIVE

PERSONNEL COSTS
DUI/DL Checkpoints - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

DUI Saturation Patrols - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Collaborative DUI Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded Collaborative DUI Enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel
Benefits- 164OT @ 11.01% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.

Traffic Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Motorcycle Safety Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Pedestrian and Bicycle Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Traffic Safety Educational Presentations - Overtime for grant funded traffic safety educational presentations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Collaborative Traffic Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded Collaborative Traffic Enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel
Benefits- 402OT @ 11.01% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.

Distracted Driving Enforcement - Overtime for grant funded law enforcement operations conducted by appropriate department personnel.

Benefits- 405eOT @ 11.01% - Claimed amounts must reflect actual benefit costs for overtime hours charged to the grant.

TRAVEL EXPENSES
In State Travel - Costs are included for appropriate staff to attend conferences and training events supporting the grant goals and objectives and/or traffic safety. Local mileage for grant activities and meetings is included. Anticipated travel may include the OTS Traffic Safety Summit – November 2026 – San Diego, CA, OTS Traffic Safety Law Enforcement Forum, and GHSA Annual Meeting – August 2027 – Anaheim, CA. All conferences, seminars or training not specifically identified in the Budget Narrative must be approved by OTS. All travel claimed must be at the agency approved rate. Per Diem may not be claimed for meals provided at conferences when registration fees are paid with OTS grant funds.

CONTRACTUAL SERVICES
-

EQUIPMENT
-

OTHER DIRECT COSTS
DUI Checkpoint Supplies - On-scene supplies needed to conduct sobriety checkpoints. Costs may include 28" traffic cones, MUTCD compliant traffic signs, MUTCD compliant high visibility vests (maximum of 10), traffic counters (maximum of 2), generator, gas for generators, lighting, reflective banners, electronic flares, PAS Device Supplies, PAS Calibration Supplies, heater, propane for heaters, fan, anti-fatigue mats, and canopies. Additional items may be purchased if approved by OTS. The cost of food and beverages will not be reimbursed.

INDIRECT COSTS
-

STATEMENTS/DISCLAIMERS
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Salaries may include wages, salaries, special compensations, or authorized absences such as annual leave and sick leave provided the cost for the individual employee is (a) reasonable for the services rendered, and (b) follows an appointment made in accordance with state or local laws and rules and meets federal requirements.

Any non-grant funded vacancies created by reassignment to a grant-funded position must be filled at the expense of the grantee agency.

Nothing in this agreement shall be interpreted as a requirement, formal or informal, that a particular law enforcement officer issue a specified or predetermined number of citations in pursuance of the goals and objectives here under.

The OTS grant funded activities must be separate from other grant funded program activities and maintained under separate accounting tracking codes (example: the same DUI checkpoint may not be funded by both the CHP Cannabis Tax Fund and the OTS).

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Appendix A to Part 1300—Certifications and Assurances for Highway Safety Grants (23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 or Section 1906, Public Law 109-59, as amended by Section 25024, Public Law 117- 58)
The officials named on the grant agreement, certify by way of signature on the grant agreement signature page, that the Grantee Agency complies with all applicable Federal statutes, regulations, and directives and State rules, guidelines, policies, and laws in effect with respect to the periods for which it receives grant funding.

Applicable provisions include, but are not limited to, the following:

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
The State will comply with applicable statutes and regulations, including but not limited to:
• 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4—Highway Safety Act of 1966, as amended; • Sec. 1906, Public Law 109-59, as amended by Sec. 25024, Public Law 117-58; • 23 CFR part 1300—Uniform Procedures for State Highway Safety Grant Programs; • 2 CFR part 200—Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards;
• 2 CFR part 1201—Department of Transportation, Uniform Administrative Requirements, Cost Principles, and Audit Requirements for Federal Awards.

NONDISCRIMINATION
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State highway safety agency [and its subrecipients] will comply with all Federal statutes and implementing regulations relating to nondiscrimination (“Federal Nondiscrimination Authorities”). These include but are not limited to:
• Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (42 U.S.C. 2000d et seq., 78 stat. 252), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, national origin);
• 49 CFR part 21 (entitled Non-discrimination in Federally-Assisted Programs of the Department of Transportation—Effectuation of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964); • 28 CFR 50.3 (U.S. Department of Justice Guidelines for Enforcement of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964);
• The Uniform Relocation Assistance and Real Property Acquisition Policies Act of 1970, (42 U.S.C. 4601), (prohibits unfair treatment of persons displaced or whose property has been acquired because of Federal or Federal-aid programs and projects);
• Federal-Aid Highway Act of 1973, (23 U.S.C. 324 et seq.), and Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, as amended (20 U.S.C. 1681-1683 and 1685-1686) (prohibit discrimination on the basis of sex);
• Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, (29 U.S.C. 794 et seq.), as amended, (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability) and 49 CFR part 27; • The Age Discrimination Act of 1975, as amended, (42 U.S.C. 6101 et seq.), (prohibits discrimination on the basis of age);
• The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987, (Pub. L. 100-209), (broadens scope, coverage, and applicability of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, The Age Discrimination Act of 1975 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, by expanding the definition of the terms “programs or activities” to include all of the programs or activities of the
Federal aid recipients, subrecipients and contractors, whether such programs or activities are Federallyfunded or not); • Titles II and III of the Americans with Disabilities Act (42 U.S.C. 12131-12189) (prohibits discrimination on the basis of disability in the operation of public entities, public and private transportation systems, places of public accommodation, and certain testing) and 49 CFR parts 37 and 38
State of California – Office of Traffic Safety

GRANT AGREEMENT
Exhibit A

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133
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The preceding statutory and regulatory cites hereinafter are referred to as the “Acts” and “Regulations,” respectively.

GENERAL ASSURANCES
In accordance with the Acts, the Regulations, and other pertinent directives, circulars, policy, memoranda, and/or guidance, the Recipient hereby gives assurance that it will promptly take any measures necessary to ensure that:
“No person in the United States shall, on the grounds of race, color, or national origin, be excluded from participation in, be denied the benefits of, or be otherwise subjected to discrimination under any program or activity, for which the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance from DOT, including NHTSA.”
The Civil Rights Restoration Act of 1987 clarified the original intent of Congress, with respect to Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 and other non-discrimination requirements (the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973), by restoring the broad, institutional-wide scope and coverage of these nondiscrimination statutes and requirements to include all programs and activities of the Recipient, so long as any portion of the program is Federally assisted.

SPECIFIC ASSURANCES
More specifically, and without limiting the above general Assurance, the Recipient agrees with and gives the following Assurances with respect to its Federally assisted Highway Safety Grant Program:

1. The Recipient agrees that each “activity,” “facility,” or “program,” as defined in 49 CFR part 21 will be (with regard to an “activity”) facilitated, or will be (with regard to a “facility”) operated, or will be (with regard to a “program”) conducted in compliance with all requirements imposed by, or pursuant to the Acts and the Regulations.

2. The Recipient will insert the following notification in all solicitations for bids, Requests For Proposals for work, or material subject to the Acts and the Regulations made in connection with all Highway Safety Grant Programs and, in adapted form, in all proposals for negotiated agreements regardless of funding source:
“The [name of Recipient], in accordance with the provisions of Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964 (78 Stat. 252, 42 U.S.C 2000d to 2000d-4) and the Regulations, hereby notifies all bidders that it will affirmatively ensure that in any contract entered into pursuant to this advertisement, disadvantaged business enterprises will be afforded full and fair opportunity to submit bids in response to this invitation and will not be discriminated against on the grounds of race, color, or national origin in consideration for an award.”

3. The Recipient will insert the clauses of appendix A and E of this Assurance (also referred to as DOT order 1050.2A) [1]in every contract or agreement subject to the Acts and the Regulations.

4. The Recipient will insert the clauses of appendix B of DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land, in any deed from the United States effecting or recording a transfer of real property, structures, use, or improvements thereon or interest therein to a Recipient.

5. That where the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance to construct a facility, or part of a facility, the Assurance will extend to the entire facility and facilities operated in connection therewith.

6. That where the Recipient receives Federal financial assistance in the form of, or for the acquisition of, real property or an interest in real property, the Assurance will extend to rights to space on, over, or under such property.

7. That the Recipient will include the clauses set forth in appendix C and appendix D of this DOT Order 1050.2A, as a covenant running with the land, in any future deeds, leases, licenses, permits, or similar instruments entered into by the Recipient with other parties:
a. for the subsequent transfer of real property acquired or improved under the applicable activity, project, or program; and
b. for the construction or use of, or access to, space on, over, or under real property acquired or improved under the applicable activity, project, or program.

8. That this Assurance obligates the Recipient for the period during which Federal financial assistance is extended to the program, except where the Federal financial assistance is to provide, or is in the 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 15 of 22
form of, personal property, or real property, or interest therein, or structures or improvements thereon, in which case the Assurance obligates the Recipient, or any transferee for the longer of the following periods:
a. the period during which the property is used for a purpose for which the Federal financial assistance is extended, or for another purpose involving the provision of similar services or benefits; or
b. the period during which the Recipient retains ownership or possession of the property.

9. The Recipient will provide for such methods of administration for the program as are found by the Secretary of Transportation or the official to whom he/she delegates specific authority to give reasonable guarantee that it, other recipients, sub-recipients, sub- grantees, contractors, subcontractors, consultants, transferees, successors in interest, and other participants of Federal financial assistance under such program will comply with all requirements imposed or pursuant to the Acts, the Regulations, and this Assurance.

10. The Recipient agrees that the United States has a right to seek judicial enforcement with regard to any matter arising under the Acts, the Regulations, and this Assurance.

By signing this ASSURANCE, the State highway safety agency also agrees to comply (and require any subrecipients, sub-grantees, contractors, successors, transferees, and/or assignees to comply) with all applicable provisions governing NHTSA's access to records, accounts, documents, information, facilities, and staff. You also recognize that you must comply with any program or compliance reviews, and/or complaint investigations conducted by NHTSA. You must keep records, reports, and submit the material for review upon request to NHTSA, or its designee in a timely, complete, and accurate way. Additionally, you must comply with all other reporting, data collection, and evaluation requirements, as prescribed by law or detailed in program guidance.

The State highway safety agency gives this ASSURANCE in consideration of and for obtaining any Federal grants, loans, contracts, agreements, property, and/or discounts, or other Federal-aid and Federal financial assistance extended after the date hereof to the recipients by the U.S. Department of Transportation under the Highway Safety Grant Program. This ASSURANCE is binding on the State highway safety agency, other recipients, sub-recipients, sub-grantees, contractors, subcontractors and their subcontractors', transferees, successors in interest, and any other participants in the Highway Safety Grant Program. The person(s) signing below is/are authorized to sign this ASSURANCE on behalf of the Recipient.

THE DRUG-FREE WORKPLACE ACT OF 1988 (41 U.S.C. 8103)
The Subgrantee will provide a drug-free workplace by:
a. Publishing a statement notifying employees that the unlawful manufacture, distribution, dispensing, possession or use of a controlled substance is prohibited in the grantee's workplace, and specifying the actions that will be taken against employees for violation of such prohibition; b. Establishing a drug-free awareness program to inform employees about:

1. The dangers of drug abuse in the workplace;

2. The grantee's policy of maintaining a drug-free workplace;

3. Any available drug counseling, rehabilitation, and employee assistance programs;

4. The penalties that may be imposed upon employees for drug violations occurring in the workplace;

5. Making it a requirement that each employee engaged in the performance of the grant be given a copy of the statement required by paragraph (a); c. Notifying the employee in the statement required by paragraph (a) that, as a condition of employment under the grant, the employee will—

1. Abide by the terms of the statement;

2. Notify the employer of any criminal drug statute conviction for a violation occurring in the workplace no later than five days after such conviction; d. Notifying the agency within ten days after receiving notice under subparagraph (c)(2) from an employee or otherwise receiving actual notice of such conviction; e. Taking one of the following actions, within 30 days of receiving notice under subparagraph (c)(2), with respect to any employee who is so convicted—

1. Taking appropriate personnel action against such an employee, up to and including termination;

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rehabilitation program approved for such purposes by a Federal, State, or local health, law enforcement, or other appropriate agency;
f. Making a good faith effort to continue to maintain a drug-free workplace through implementation of all of the paragraphs above.

POLITICAL ACTIVITY (HATCH ACT)
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State will comply with provisions of the Hatch Act (5 U.S.C. 1501-1508), which limits the political activities of employees whose principal employment activities are funded in whole or in part with Federal funds.

CERTIFICATION REGARDING FEDERAL LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)

CERTIFICATION FOR CONTRACTS, GRANTS, LOANS, AND COOPERATIVE AGREEMENTS The undersigned certifies, to the best of his or her knowledge and belief, that:

1. No Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid, by or on behalf of the undersigned, to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with the awarding of any Federal contract, the making of any Federal grant, the making of any Federal loan, the entering into of any cooperative agreement, and the extension, continuation, renewal, amendment, or modification of any Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement;

2. If any funds other than Federal appropriated funds have been paid or will be paid to any person for influencing or attempting to influence an officer or employee of any agency, a Member of Congress, an officer or employee of Congress, or an employee of a Member of Congress in connection with this Federal contract, grant, loan, or cooperative agreement, the undersigned shall complete and submit Standard Form-LLL, “Disclosure Form to Report Lobbying,” in accordance with its instructions;

3. The undersigned shall require that the language of this certification be included in the award documents for all sub-awards at all tiers (including subcontracts, subgrants, and contracts under grant, loans, and cooperative agreements) and that all subrecipients shall certify and disclose accordingly.

This certification is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was made or entered into. Submission of this certification is a prerequisite for making or entering into this transaction imposed by section 1352, title 31, U.S. Code. Any person who fails to file the required certification shall be subject to a civil penalty of not less than $10,000 and not more than $100,000 for each such failure.

RESTRICTION ON STATE LOBBYING
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
None of the funds under this program will 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 with NHTSA funds from engaging in direct communications with State or local legislative officials, in accordance with customary State practice, even if such communications urge legislative officials to favor or oppose the adoption of a specific pending legislative proposal.

CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT AND SUSPENSION
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)

INSTRUCTIONS FOR PRIMARY TIER PARTICIPANT CERTIFICATION (STATES) 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 17 of 22

1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective primary tier participant is providing the certification set out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.

2. The inability of a person to provide the certification required below will not necessarily result in denial of participation in this covered transaction. The prospective primary tier participant shall submit an explanation of why it cannot provide the certification set out below. The certification or explanation will be considered in connection with the department or agency's determination whether to enter into this transaction. However, failure of the prospective primary tier participant to furnish a certification or an explanation shall disqualify such person from participation in this transaction.

3. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when the department or agency determined to enter into this transaction. If it is later determined that the prospective primary tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate this transaction for cause or default or may pursue suspension or debarment.

4. The prospective primary tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the department or agency to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective primary tier participant learns its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

5. The terms covered transaction, civil judgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant, person, principal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contact the department or agency to which this proposal is being submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.

6. The prospective primary tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency entering into this transaction.

7. The prospective primary tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled “Instructions for Lower Tier Participant Certification” including the “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” provided by the department or agency entering into this covered transaction, without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions and will require lower tier participants to comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.

8. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart

9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any prospective lower tier participants, each participant may, but is not required to, check the System for Award Management Exclusions website
( https://www.sam.gov/).

9. Nothing contained in the foregoing shall be construed to require establishment of a system of records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

10. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 6 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency may terminate the transaction for cause or default.

CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, AND OTHER RESPONSIBILITY MATTERS—PRIMARY TIER

COVERED TRANSACTIONS

1. The prospective primary tier participant certifies to the best of its knowledge and belief, that it and 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 18 of 22
its principals:
a. Are not presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in covered transactions by any Federal department or agency;
b. Have not within a three-year period preceding this proposal been convicted of or had a civil judgment rendered against them for commission of fraud or a criminal offense in connection with obtaining, attempting to obtain, or performing a public (Federal, State, or local) transaction or contract under a public transaction; violation of Federal or State antitrust statutes or commission of embezzlement, theft, forgery, bribery, falsification or destruction of records, making false statements, or receiving stolen property; c. Are not presently indicted for or otherwise criminally or civilly charged by a governmental entity (Federal, State, or local) with commission of any of the offenses enumerated in paragraph (1)(b) of this certification; and d. Have not within a three-year period preceding this application/proposal had one or more public transactions (Federal, State, or local) terminated for cause or default.

2. Where the prospective primary tier participant is unable to certify to any of the Statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.

INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOWER TIER PARTICIPANT CERTIFICATION

1. By signing and submitting this proposal, the prospective lower tier participant is providing the certification set out below and agrees to comply with the requirements of 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.

2. The certification in this clause is a material representation of fact upon which reliance was placed when this transaction was entered into. If it is later determined that the prospective lower tier participant knowingly rendered an erroneous certification, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension or debarment.

3. The prospective lower tier participant shall provide immediate written notice to the person to which this proposal is submitted if at any time the prospective lower tier participant learns that its certification was erroneous when submitted or has become erroneous by reason of changed circumstances.

4. The terms covered transaction, civil judgment, debarment, suspension, ineligible, participant, person, principal, and voluntarily excluded, as used in this clause, are defined in 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200. You may contact the person to whom this proposal is submitted for assistance in obtaining a copy of those regulations.

5. The prospective lower tier participant agrees by submitting this proposal that, should the proposed covered transaction be entered into, it shall not knowingly enter into any lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, debarred, suspended, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this covered transaction, unless authorized by the department or agency with which this transaction originated.

6. The prospective lower tier participant further agrees by submitting this proposal that it will include the clause titled “Instructions for Lower Tier Participant Certification” including the “Certification Regarding Debarment, Suspension, Ineligibility and Voluntary Exclusion—Lower Tier Covered Transaction,” without modification, in all lower tier covered transactions and in all solicitations for lower tier covered transactions and will require lower tier participants to comply with 2 CFR parts 180 and 1200.

7. A participant in a covered transaction may rely upon a certification of a prospective participant in a lower tier covered transaction that it is not proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart

9.4, debarred, suspended, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from the covered transaction, unless it knows that the certification is erroneous. A participant is responsible for ensuring that its principals are not suspended, debarred, or otherwise ineligible to participate in covered transactions. To verify the eligibility of its principals, as well as the eligibility of any prospective lower tier participants, each participant may, but is not required to, check the System for Award Management Exclusions website
( https://www.sam.gov/).

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records in order to render in good faith the certification required by this clause. The knowledge and information of a participant is not required to exceed that which is normally possessed by a prudent person in the ordinary course of business dealings.

9. Except for transactions authorized under paragraph 5 of these instructions, if a participant in a covered transaction knowingly enters into a lower tier covered transaction with a person who is proposed for debarment under 48 CFR part 9, subpart 9.4, suspended, debarred, ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participation in this transaction, in addition to other remedies available to the Federal Government, the department or agency with which this transaction originated may pursue available remedies, including suspension or debarment.

CERTIFICATION REGARDING DEBARMENT, SUSPENSION, INELIGIBILITY AND VOLUNTARY EXCLUSION—LOWER TIER

COVERED TRANSACTIONS

1. The prospective lower tier participant certifies, by submission of this proposal, that neither it nor its principals is presently debarred, suspended, proposed for debarment, declared ineligible, or voluntarily excluded from participating in covered transactions by any Federal department or agency.

2. Where the prospective lower tier participant is unable to certify to any of the statements in this certification, such prospective participant shall attach an explanation to this proposal.

BUY AMERICA
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipient will comply with the Buy America requirement (23 U.S.C. 313) when purchasing items using Federal funds. Buy America requires a State, or subrecipient, to purchase with Federal funds only steel, iron and manufactured products produced in the United States, unless the Secretary of Transportation determines that such domestically produced items would be inconsistent with the public interest, that such materials are not reasonably available and of a satisfactory quality, or that inclusion of domestic materials will increase the cost of the overall project contract by more than 25 percent. In order to use Federal funds to purchase foreign produced items, the State must submit a waiver request that provides an adequate basis and justification for approval by the Secretary of Transportation.

CERTIFICATION ON CONFLICT OF INTEREST
(applies to subrecipients as well as States)

GENERAL REQUIREMENTS
No employee, officer, or agent of a State or its subrecipient who is authorized in an official capacity to negotiate, make, accept, or approve, or to take part in negotiating, making, accepting, or approving any subaward, including contracts or subcontracts, in connection with this grant shall have, directly or indirectly, any financial or personal interest in any such subaward. Such a financial or personal interest would arise when the employee, officer, or agent, any member of his or her immediate family, his or her partner, or an organization which employs or is about to employ any of the parties indicated herein, has a financial or personal interest in or a tangible personal benefit from an entity considered for a subaward. Based on this policy:

1. The recipient shall maintain a written code or standards of conduct that provide for disciplinary actions to be applied for violations of such standards by officers, employees, or agents. a. The code or standards shall provide that the recipient's officers, employees, or agents may neither solicit nor accept gratuities, favors, or anything of monetary value from present or potential subawardees, including contractors or parties to subcontracts. b. The code or standards shall establish penalties, sanctions, or other disciplinary actions for violations, as permitted by State or local law or regulations.

2. The recipient shall maintain responsibility to enforce the requirements of the written code or standards of conduct.

DISCLOSURE REQUIREMENTS
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No State or its subrecipient, including its officers, employees, or agents, shall perform or continue to perform under a grant or cooperative agreement, whose objectivity may be impaired because of any related past, present, or currently planned interest, financial or otherwise, in organizations regulated by NHTSA or in organizations whose interests may be substantially affected by NHTSA activities. Based on this policy:

1. The recipient shall disclose any conflict of interest identified as soon as reasonably possible, making an immediate and full disclosure in writing to NHTSA. The disclosure shall include a description of the action which the recipient has taken or proposes to take to avoid or mitigate such conflict.

2. NHTSA will review the disclosure and may require additional relevant information from the recipient.

If a conflict of interest is found to exist, NHTSA may (a) terminate the award, or (b) determine that it is otherwise in the best interest of NHTSA to continue the award and include appropriate provisions to mitigate or avoid such conflict.

3. Conflicts of interest that require disclosure include all past, present, or currently planned organizational, financial, contractual, or other interest(s) with an organization regulated by NHTSA or with an organization whose interests may be substantially affected by NHTSA activities, and which are related to this award. The interest(s) that require disclosure include those of any recipient, affiliate, proposed consultant, proposed subcontractor, and key personnel of any of the above. Past interest shall be limited to within one year of the date of award. Key personnel shall include any person owning more than a 20 percent interest in a recipient, and the officers, employees or agents of a recipient who are responsible for making a decision or taking an action under an award where the decision or action can have an economic or other impact on the interests of a regulated or affected organization.

PROHIBITION ON USING GRANT FUNDS TO CHECK FOR HELMET USAGE (applies to subrecipients as well as States)
The State and each subrecipient will not use 23 U.S.C. Chapter 4 grant funds for programs to check helmet usage or to create checkpoints that specifically target motorcyclists.

POLICY ON SEAT BELT USE
In accordance with Executive Order 13043, Increasing Seat Belt Use in the United States, dated April 16, 1997, the Grantee is encouraged to adopt and enforce on-the-job seat belt use policies and programs for its employees when operating company-owned, rented, or personally-owned vehicles. The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) is responsible for providing leadership and guidance in support of this Presidential initiative. For information and resources on traffic safety programs and policies for employers, please contact the Network of Employers for Traffic Safety (NETS), a public-private partnership dedicated to improving the traffic safety practices of employers and employees. You can download information on seat belt programs, costs of motor vehicle crashes to employers, and other traffic safety initiatives at www.trafficsafety.org. The NHTSA website ( www.nhtsa.gov) also provides information on statistics, campaigns, and program evaluations and references.

POLICY ON BANNING TEXT MESSAGING WHILE DRIVING
In accordance with Executive Order 13513, Federal Leadership On Reducing Text Messaging While Driving, and DOT Order 3902.10, Text Messaging While Driving, States are encouraged to adopt and enforce workplace safety policies to decrease crashes caused by distracted driving, including policies to ban text messaging while driving company-owned or rented vehicles, Government-owned, leased or rented vehicles, or privately-owned vehicles when on official Government business or when performing any work on or behalf of the Government. States are also encouraged to conduct workplace safety initiatives in a manner commensurate with the size of the business, such as establishment of new rules and programs or reevaluation of existing programs to prohibit text messaging while driving, and education, awareness, and other outreach to employees about the safety risks associated with texting while driving. 8/20/2026 7:24:05 AM Page 21 of 22

INSTRUCTIONS FOR ADDING OR UPDATING GEMS USERS

1. Each agency is allowed a total of FIVE (5) GEMS Users.

2. GEMS Users listed on this form will be authorized to login to GEMS to complete and submit Quarterly Performance Reports (QPRs) and reimbursement claims.

3. Complete the form if adding, removing or editing a GEMS user(s).

4. The Grant Director must sign this form and return it with the Grant Agreement.

CURRENT GEMS USER(S)

1. Maria Aguillon
Title: Sergeant Media Contact: Yes
Phone: (559) 782-7400
Email: [email protected]

2. Bryan Clower
Title: Captain Media Contact: No
Phone: (559) 782-7400
Email: [email protected]

3. Stephanie Marsh
Title: Clerical Assistant III Media Contact: No
Phone: (559) 782-7404
Email: [email protected]

4. Orlando Ortiz
Title: Lieutenant Media Contact: Yes
Phone: (559) 782-7410
Email: [email protected]

5. Janie Rodriguez
Title: Finance Director Media Contact: No
Phone: (559) 782-7566
Email: [email protected]
State of California – Office of Traffic Safety
OTS-55 Grant Electronic Management System (GEMS) Access Exhibit C

GRANT NUMBER
PT27133

GRANT DETAILS
Grant Number: PT27133
Agency Name: Porterville Police Department
Grant Title: Selective Traffic Enforcement Program (STEP) Agreement Total: $88,000.00
Authorizing Official: Mark Azevedo
Fiscal Official: Trisha Whiteley
Grant Director: Orlando Ortiz
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Date Title
Item No. 13.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Approval of a Second Municipal Water Service Connection for Property Located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue
SOURCE: Planning and Engineering
COMMENT: Staff received a request for approval of a second municipal water service connection for the property located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue to support the future development of an additional residential dwelling unit on the property.

The subject property is located in East Porterville, outside the City limits and within the City's Urban Development Boundary.

The property previously received approval of an Extraterritorial Service Agreement (ESA) as part of the California Department of Water Resources Emergency Connection Project for East Porterville. An ESA application was processed in September 2016 and included an Irrevocable Agreement for Annexation (IAA No. 10-30) and a deed restriction subsequently recorded with the Tulare County Recorder's Office as Document No. 2017-0061578.

As a condition of the ESA, the recorded deed restriction provides that no expansion or modification of the existing use, including the conversion of structures or addition of habitable structures, may occur without approval of the City Council. Because the applicant is requesting an additional municipal water service connection to support a future residential dwelling unit, City Council approval is required pursuant to the existing ESA and recorded deed restriction.

City Council approval is limited to the requested additional municipal water service connection. Any future residential development associated with the additional connection shall comply with all applicable Tulare County land use, development, and permitting requirements.

Approval of the second municipal water service connection does not annex the property into the City limits and does not modify or eliminate the existing annexation requirements applicable to the property under the Irrevocable Agreement for Annexation.

The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) Item No. 13.
pursuant to Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) of the CEQA Guidelines because the project involves a minor expansion of an existing utility service connection.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council adopt the draft resolution approving a second municipal water service connection for the property located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Locator Map - 883 E. Cleo Avenue

2. Irrevocable Agreement for Annexation No. 2017-0061578 and Recorded Deed Restriction

3. Draft Resolution
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Clayton Dignam, Acting Planning and Engineering Director Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.____-2026

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORTERVILLE APPROVING A SECOND MUNICIPAL WATER SERVICE CONNECTION FOR PROPERTY LOCATED AT 883 E.

CLEO AVENUE
WHEREAS, The California State Water Resources Control Board, in coordination with the California Department of Water Resources, conducted a feasibility study to identify a long-term solution to water-related issues in East Porterville; and WHEREAS, The City Council of the City of Porterville, at its regularly scheduled meeting of April 19, 2016, amended the procedures for annexation and extension of municipal services pursuant to Resolution No. 19-2066; and WHEREAS, The property located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue qualified under the East Porterville Feasibility Study Project Area, and an Extraterritorial Service Agreement (ESA) was processed in September 2016; and
WHEREAS, The Extraterritorial Service Agreement included Irrevocable Agreement for Annexation No. 10-30 and a Deed Restriction, which was recorded with the Tulare County Recorder's Office as Document No. 2017-0061578; and WHEREAS, The recorded Deed Restriction provides that “no expansion or modification of this use, including conversion of structures or addition of habitable structures, may be permitted without approval of the City Council of the City of Porterville”; and
WHEREAS, Any future residential development associated with the additional municipal water service connection shall be subject to all applicable Tulare County land use, development, and permitting requirements; and
WHEREAS, The project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) because the project involves a minor expansion of an existing utility service connection; and NOW, THEREFORE, BE IT RESOLVED that the City Council of the City of Porterville hereby approves a second municipal water service connection for the property located at 883 E. Cleo Avenue, subject to the following conditions:

1. All water service connections shall comply with all applicable codes, including but not limited to Porterville Municipal Code Section 26-2, which requires the abandonment of wells upon municipal service connection.

Resolution No. ___-2026

2. The applicant shall install a backflow prevention device on the water meter and comply with the City's applicable backflow prevention requirements pursuant to Resolution No. 9615.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of September, 2026.

Greg Meister, Mayor
ATTEST:

Richard Tree, City Clerk
BY __________________________________
Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk
Item No. 14.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: 2026 Biennial Review and Amendment of the City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code
SOURCE: Administrative Services
COMMENT:

Government Code Section 87300 et seq. requires local agencies to adopt and maintain a Conflict of Interest Code. During every even-numbered year, local agencies are required to review their Conflict of Interest Code and submit a biennial report to the Code Reviewing Body identifying whether amendments to the Code are necessary. If amendments are necessary, the amendments are required to be submitted to the Code Reviewing Body for consideration and adoption within 90 days of the biennial report.

The City Council serves as the Code Reviewing Body for the City of Porterville, and the City Manager serves as the Administrative Supervisor of the City's Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency. As part of the 2026 biennial review, the City's Conflict of Interest Code and list of designated positions were reviewed to determine whether amendments are necessary.

The 2026 Biennial Report identifies amendments necessary to reflect changes in the City's organizational structure and staffing. Specifically, the proposed amendments add positions that are required to be designated, revise position titles and departments to reflect reclassifications and organizational changes, and remove titles for positions that have been abolished.

The proposed amendments are reflected in the updated Conflict of Interest Code and Exhibit A – 2026 Designated Positions. Exhibit A identifies City positions whose duties involve making or participating in governmental decisions that may foreseeably have a material effect on financial interests and are therefore subject to the disclosure requirements of the City's Conflict of Interest Code.

Certain City officials, including City Council Members, the City Manager, City Attorney, and Finance Director, are not included on Exhibit A because they are required to report their financial interests pursuant to Government Code Section 87200 et seq.

Item No. 14.

Approval of the proposed amendments will update the City's Conflict of Interest Code and list of designated positions to reflect the City's current organizational structure and classifications. The amended Conflict of Interest Code will become effective upon approval by the City Council.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Accept the Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency 2026 Biennial Report; and

2. Approve the amended City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code, including the updated list of designated positions identified in Exhibit A.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency 2026 Biennial Report

2. 2026 City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code

3. 2026 Designated Employees - Exhibit A
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Yuliana Andrade, Administrative Services Director
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

CONFLICTS AND DISCLOSURE MONITOR AGENCY
2026 BIENNIAL REPORT
FOR

THE CITY OF PORTERVILLE
This Agency has reviewed its Conflict of Interest Code and has determined that:
□ An amendment is required. The following amendments are necessary:

X Include positions which must be designated.

X Revise the titles/departments to reflect reclassifications and/or reorganizations.

X Delete the titles of positions that have been abolished.

Delete the positions that manage public investments.

Revise disclosure categories.

Other

□ No amendments are necessary. Our Agency’s Code accurately designates all positions which make or participate in the making of governmental decisions; the disclosure assigned those positions accurately requires the disclosure of all investments, business positions, interests in real property and sources of income which may foreseeably be affected materially by the decisions made by those designated positions; and the Code includes all other provisions required by Government Code Section 87302.

Accurate disclosure is essential to monitor whether officials have conflicts of interest and to help ensure public trust in government. The biennial review examines current programs to ensure that the agency’s code includes disclosure by those agency officials who make or participate in governmental decisions.

Dated this ______ day of September, 2026.

CONFLICTS AND DISCLOSURE MONITOR AGENCY
X
___________________________________
Richard Tree, Administrative Supervisor

2026 CONFLICT OF INTEREST CODE OF THE
"CONFLICTS AND DISCLOSURE MONITOR AGENCY"

OF THE CITY OF PORTERVILLE
SECTION 1. Establishment. The City Council of the City of Porterville has heretofore established a Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency (hereinafter "Agency") having jurisdiction as set forth herein over all officers, officials, and employees of the City. The City Manager shall be the Administrative Supervisor of such Agency with authority to act for and on behalf ofsuch Agency. Such Agency shall not affectthe duties,responsibilities, or chain of command of anyDepartment, Board, or Commission except to administer and enforce the requirements, rules, and regulations set forth herein. The City Council shall be deemed the "Code Reviewing Body" of said Agency pursuant to the provisions of Section 87300 et seq. of the Government Code.

SECTION 2. Purpose. The Conflicts and Disclosure Monitor Agency of the City of Porterville hereby adopts this document as its "Conflict of Interest Code" in accordance with the requirements of the Political Reform Act of 1974.

SECTION 3. Designated Positions. The positions listed on Exhibit "A" attached hereto are designated positions. Officers and employees holding those positions are designated employees and are deemed, for the purposes of this Code, to make, or participate in the making of, decisions which may foreseeably have a material effect on any financial interest and for each such enumerated position,the specific types of investments, business positions, interests in real property, and sources of income which are reportable. An investment, business position, interest in real property, or source of income shall be made reportable by the Conflict of Interest Code if the business entity in which the investment or business position is held, the interest in real property, or the income or source of income may
foreseeably be affected materially by any decision made or participated in by the designated employees by virtue of his or her position.

SECTION 4. Disclosure Statements. Each such designated employee shall file disclosure statements disclosing reportable investments, business positions, interests in real property, and income, to

the extent required by the Act, and on forms prescribed by the Fair Political Practices Commission and supplied by the City Clerk.

SECTION 5. Place and Time of Filing.

A. All designated employeesrequired to file disclosure statementsshall file same with the City Clerk, as Secretary to the Code Reviewing Body.

B. A designated employee required to submit a disclosure statementshallfile theirinitial statement within thirty (30) days after the effective date of this Code disclosing reportable investments, business positions, and interests in real property held on the effective date of the Conflict of Interest Code and income received during the 12- months before the effective date of the Conflict of Interest Code.

C. Individuals hereafter appointed to designated positions shall file his or her initial statement within thirty (30) days after assuming office disclosing reportable investments, business positions, and interests in real property held on, and income received during the twelve (12) months before, the date of assuming office.

D. Afterthe initial filing, each person holding a designated position,shall, on or before the first day of April of each calendar year, file an annual disclosure statement disclosing reportable investments, business positions, interests in real property and income held or received at any time during the previous calendar year, or since the date the designated employee took office if during the calendar year. Such annualstatements shall cover the period of the preceding calendar year.

E. Every designated employee who leaves office shall file, within thirty (30) days of leaving office, a statement disclosing reportable investments, business positions, interests in real property and income held or received at any time during the period between the closing date of the last statement required to be filed and the date of leaving office.

F. Any designated employee who resigns their position within twelve (12) months following initial appointment or within thirty (30) days of the date of a notice mailed by the filing officer of the individual'sfiling obligation, whichever is earlier, is not deemed to assume or leave office, provided that during the period between appointment and resignation, the individual does not make, participate in making, or use the position to influence any decision of the agency or receive, or become entitled to receive, any form of payment by virtue of being appointed to the position. Within thirty (30) days of the date of a notice mailed by the filing officer, the individual shall do both of the following:

1. File a written resignation with the appointing power.

2. File a written statement with the filing officer on a form prescribed by the Commission and signed under the penalty of perjury stating that the individual during the period between appointment and resignation, did notmake,participateinthemaking, orusethe position to influence any decision of the agency or receive, or become entitled to receive, any form of payment by virtue of being appointed to the position.

G. A designated employee required to file a statement of economic interest with any other public agency whose disclosure requirements are comparable hereto, may comply with the provisions of this Code by filing a duplicate copy of the statement filed with such other agency, in lieu of an entirely separate statement.

SECTION 6. Contents of Disclosure Statements. Disclosure statementsshall be submitted on forms supplied by the City Clerk, and shall contain the following information:

A. Disclosure of Investment or Interest in Real Property.

1. When an investment or an interest in real property is required to be disclosed the statement shall contain:
a. A statement of the nature of the investment or interest;

b. The name of the business entity in which each investment is held, and a general description ofthe business activity in which the business entity is engaged;
c. The address or other precise location of the real property; d. A statement whether the fair market value of the investment or interest in real property equals or exceeds two thousand dollars ($2,000) but does not exceed ten thousand dollars ($10,000), whether it exceeds ten thousand dollars ($10,000) but does not exceed one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000), whether it exceeds one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000) but does not exceed one million dollars ($1,000,000), or whether it exceeds one million dollars ($1,000,000); e. In the case of a statement filed under Government Code Sections 87203 or 87204, if the investment or interest in real property was partially or wholly acquired or disposed of during the period covered by the statement, the date of acquisition or disposal.
f. For purposes of disclosure, interest in real property does not include the principal residence of the filer or any other property which the filer utilizes exclusively as a personal residence of the filer.

B. Disclosure of Income.

1. When income is required to be reported the statement shall contain, except as provided in Government Code Section 87207(b):
a. The name and address of each source of income aggregating five hundred ($500) or more in value, or fifty dollars($50) or more in value if the income was a gift, and a general description of the business activity, if any, of each source;
b. A statement whether the aggregate value of income from each source, or in the case of a loan, the highest amount owed to each source, was at least five hundred ($500) but did not exceed one thousand dollars ($1,000), whetherit wasin excess of one thousand dollars($1,000) but

not greater than ten thousand dollars ($10,000), whether it was in excess of ten thousand dollars ($10,000) but not greater than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000), or whether it was greater than one hundred thousand dollars ($100,000);
c. A description of the consideration, if any, for which the income was received;
d. In the case of a gift, the amount and the date on which the gift was received;
e. In the case of a loan, the annual interest rate and the security, if any, given for the loan, and the term of the loan.

2. When the filer's pro rata share ofincome to a business entity, including income to a sole proprietorship, is required to be reported, the statement shall contain:
a. The name, address, and a general description ofthe business activity of the business entity;
b. The name of every person from whom the business entity received paymentsifthe filer's pro rata share of grossreceiptsfromsuch person was equal to or greater than ten thousand dollars ($10,000) during a calendar year.

3. When a payment, including an advance orreimbursement,fortravel isrequired to be reported pursuant to this section, it may be reported on a separate travel reimbursement schedule which shall be included in the filer's statement of economic interest. A filer who chooses not to use the travel schedule shall disclose payments for travel as a gift, unless it is clear from all surrounding circumstances that the services provided were equal to or greater in value than the paymentsforthe travel, in which case the travel may be reported asincome.

4. When business positions are required to be reported, a designated employee shall list the name and address of each business entity in which he or she is a director, officer, partner, trustee, employee, or in which he or she holds any position of management, or as to which he or she is a paid consultant, a description of the business activity in which the business entity is engaged, and the designated employee's position with the business entity. If the business entity or any parent, subsidiary, or otherwise related business entity has an interest in real property in the jurisdiction, or has done business, or plans to do business in the jurisdiction at any time during the two years prior to the date of the statement, it is required to be filed.

5. In the case of an annual or leaving office statement, if an investment or an interest in real property was partially or wholly acquired or disposed of during the period covered by the statement, the statement shall contain the date of acquisition or disposal;
SECTION 7. Prohibition on Receipt of Honoraria. No member ofthe City Council or candidate for the office of City Council shall accept any honorarium. No designated employee shall accept any honorarium from any source if the employee would be required to report the receipt of income or gifts fromthatsource on his or herstatement of economic interests. Subdivisions(b) of Government Code Section 89502 shall apply to the prohibitions in this section. This section shall not limit or prohibit payments, advances, or reimbursements for travel and related lodging and subsistence authorized by Government Code Section 89506.

SECTION 8. Prohibition on Receipt of Giftsin Accordance with Government Code Section 89503. No member of the City Council, candidate for the office of City Council, or designated employee shall accept any gifts with a total value of more than the statutory annual limit in a calendar yearfrom any single source, as adjusted biennially pursuant to Section 89503(f).

SECTION 9. Disqualification. No designated employee shall make, participate in making, or in any

way attempt to use his or her official position to influence the making of any governmental decision which he or she knows or has reason to know will have a reasonably foreseeable material financial effect, distinguishable from its effect on the public generally, on the employee or a member of his or her immediate family or on:

A. Any business entity in which the designated employee has a direct or indirect investment worth two thousand dollars ($2,000) or more; B. Any real property in which the designated employee has a direct or indirect interest worth two thousand dollars ($2,000) or more;
C. Any source of income, other than gifts or loans by a commercial lending institution in the regular course of business on terms available to the public withoutregard to official status, aggregating five hundred dollars($500) or more in value provided to, received by or promised to the designated employee within twelve (12) months prior to the time when the decision is made;
D. Any business entity in which the designated employee is a director, officer, partner, trustee, employee, or holds any position of management; or E. Any donor of, or any intermediary or agentfor a donor of, a gift or giftsin an aggregate amount of the limit or more as specified in Government Code Section 89503 (as adjusted biennially by State law) provided to, received by, or promised to the designated employee within twelve (12) months prior to the time when the decision is made.

F. No designated employee shall be prevented frommaking or participating in themaking of any decision to the extent his or her participation islegally required forthe decision to be made. The fact that the vote of a designated employee who is on a voting body is needed to break a tie does not make his or her participation legally required for purposes of this section.

G. For purposes of this Section, indirect investment or interest means any investment or interest owned by the spouse or dependent child of a designated employee, by an agent on behalf of a designated employee, or by a business entity or trust in which the employee, the employee’s agents, spouse, and dependent children own directly, indirectly, or beneficially a 10-percent interest or greater.

1. Notwithstanding subdivision (c) of Government Code Section 87103, a retail customer of a business entity engaged in retail sales of goods or services to the public generally is not a source of income to a designated employee who owns a 10-percent or greater interest in the entity if the retail customers of the business entity constitute a significant segment of the public generally, and the amount of income received by the business entity fromthe customer is not distinguishable from the amount of income received from its other retail customers.

SECTION 10. Manner of Disqualification. When a designated employee determinesthat he orshe should not make a governmental decision because he or she has a disqualifying interest in it, the determination not to act must be accompanied by disclosure of the disqualifying interest. In the case of a designated employee who is the head of an agency, this determination and disclosure shall be made in writing to his or her appointing authority; and in the case of other designated employees,this determinationanddisclosure shallbemade inwriting to thedesignatedemployee's supervisor. This notice shall be forwarded to the Administrative Supervisor, who shall record the employee's disqualification. Upon receipt of such statement, the Administrative Supervisor shall immediately arrange for the matter to be reassigned to another employee.

SECTION 11. Interpretation. In the event of any ambiguity in these rules as to interpretation, construction, or applicability, the Administrative Supervisorshall, by written instrument, clarify such ambiguity. Any designated employee who is unsure of his or her duties under this Code may request assistance from the Fair Political Practices Commission pursuant to Government Code Section 83114,

or from the City Attorney, provided that nothing in this section requires the attorney for the City to issue any formal or informal opinion.

SECTION 12. Violation. Violation of any provision of this Code, including: (1) willful failure to file, or timely file, any requisite Disclosure Statement, (2) willful failure to disclose any financial or other interestrequired to be disclosed in such Disclosure Statement, or(3) filer's willful failure to disqualify himself or herself asrequired herein,shall be groundsfor discipline orremovalfromoffice, pursuantto Government Code Section 91003.5. Upon ascertaining any such violation, the Administrative Supervisorshallreportthe same to the appointingofficialfor appropriate proceedings. Such violation shall not, however, invalidate or otherwise affect any decision or action to which such violations might relate. Designated employees violating any provision of this Code are subject to the administrative, criminal and civilsanctions provided in the Act, Government Code Sections 81000-91014. In addition, a decision in relation to which a violation of the disqualification provisions of this Code or of Government Code Section 87100 or 87450 has occurred may be set aside as void pursuant to Government Code Section 91003.

SECTION 13. Effective Date. The City of Porterville Conflict of Interest Code, and any amendments to said Code, shall become effective immediately upon passage and approval by the City Council.

Adopted this day of September, 2026.

CONFLICTSANDDISCLOSUREMONITORAGENCY
Richard Tree, Administrative Supervisor

2026 DESIGNATED EMPLOYEES*
EXHIBIT "A"
A. ADMINISTRATION:

Deputy City Manager
Assistant City Manager
B. DEPARTMENT DIRECTORS:

Administrative Services Director Community
Development Director
Engineering & Project Management
Director
Fire Chief
Parks and Leisure Services Director
Planning & Engineering Director
Police Chief
Public Works Director
Transportation Director
C. DEPARTMENTAL EMPLOYEES AS FOLLOWS:

Administration
Information Technology Manager
Community Development Department:

Community Development Manager
Economic Development & Housing Manager
Development Associate
Senior Planner
Associate Planner
Engineering & Project Management Department:

Deputy Engineering & Project Management Director/City Engineer Construction/Project Manager
Project Manager
Chief Building Inspector
Assistant Construction/Project Manager
Assistant Project Manager
Building Inspector II
Building Inspector I

Engineering Inspector II
Engineering Inspector I
Public WorksInspectorI
Finance Department:

Assistant Finance Director
Accountant II
Accountant I
Administrative Analyst
Fire Department:

Deputy Fire Chief
Battalion Chief Fire
Marshall
Fire Inspector
Parks & Leisure Services Department
Assistant Parks & Leisure Director
Leisure Services Specialist
City Librarian
Parks Superintendent
Planning and Engineering Department
City Engineer
City Planner
Chief Building Official
Construction Project Manager
Planning Manager
Project Manager
Building Inspectors
Engineering Inspectors
Code Enforcement Officer II
Code Enforcement Officer
Development Assistant
Assistant Planner
Administrative Analyst
Police Department:

Assistant Police Chief
Police Captain
Police Lieutenant
Public Works Department:

Deputy Public Works Director/Field Services Manager

Field Services Superintendent – Laboratory
Field Services Superintendent – Shop Maintenance
Field Services Superintendent – Streets
Field Services Superintendent – Refuse
Field Services Superintendent – Water
Field Services Superintendent – WWTF
D. CONSULTANTS: Consultants shall disclose pursuant to the broadest disclosure category in the Code subject to the following limitations:

The Administrative Supervisor may determine in writing that a particular consultant, although a "designated position", is hired to perform a range of duties that is limited in scope and thus is not required to fully comply with the disclosure requirements described in this section. Such written determination shall include a description of the consultant's duties and, based upon that description, a statement of the extent of disclosure requirements. The Administrative Supervisor's determination is a public record and shall be retained for public inspection in the same manner and location as this Conflict of Interest Code. * This designation does not include the following City officials or employees required to report their financial interests pursuant to Article 2 of Chapter 7 of the Act, Government Code Sections 87200, et seq.:
a. City Council Members
b. City Manager
c. City Attorney
d. Finance Director
Item No. 15.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Conditional Use Permit (PRC 2026-013-C) for Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street
SOURCE: Planning and Engineering
COMMENT: The applicant, Don Burns, on behalf of property owner Mike Colletto, is requesting approval of a Conditional Use Permit (CUP) to reopen the previously operated Harley's Tavern as Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street (APN 270-160-022-000). Approval of the CUP would allow the applicant to obtain a State of California Type 48 Alcoholic Beverage Control (ABC) license, authorizing the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for on-site consumption.

The subject property is located within the CR (Retail Centers) Zoning District and has a General Plan Land Use designation of Retail Centers, which permits tavern uses subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The Project Review Committee (PRC) reviewed the proposed project on May 20, 2026. The proposed use will occupy an existing commercial structure previously utilized for the same purpose.

The public hearing opened on August 18, 2026, and continued to September 1, 2026. Notice of the continued public hearing was provided for the September 1, 2026, City Council meeting.

The Porterville Development Ordinance requires the City Council to make the following findings before approving or modifying a Conditional Use Permit:

1. Approval of the proposed project will advance the goals and objectives of the City and is consistent with the policies of the General Plan and any other applicable plan that the City has adopted.

The reopening of a tavern at 1200 S. Main Street is consistent with the following City of Porterville General Plan goals and policies:
• ED-G-2: Retain, improve, and promote existing businesses in Porterville.
• ED-G-5: Retain existing local businesses and foster local start-ups. • LU-G-1: Promote a sustainable, balanced land use pattern that Item No. 15.
responds to existing and future needs of the City.

There are no other applicable specific plans for this location.

2. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed project are consistent with the purposes of the district where it is located and conform in all significant respects with the General Plan, the Development Ordinance, and any other applicable plan adopted by the City Council.

The CR (Retail Centers) Zoning District allows bars and taverns subject to approval of a Conditional Use Permit. The proposed use will occupy an existing commercial structure previously utilized for the same purpose. The project will be required to comply with all applicable City requirements and conditions identified through the Project Review Committee process.

The PRC comments include requirements related to building permits, refuse storage and collection, signage, backflow prevention, grease interception, and other applicable City standards.

The proposed project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities) because the project involves the operation and licensing of an existing commercial structure with negligible or no physical expansion of the existing building. A Notice of Exemption will be filed with the Tulare County Clerk following City Council approval.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Reconvene the public hearing continued from August 18, 2026, and receive testimony regarding the Conditional Use Permit;

2. Find the project categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act pursuant to CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); and

3. Adopt the draft resolution approving the Conditional Use Permit for Dead End Saloon at 1200 S. Main Street, subject to compliance with applicable City requirements and conditions identified through the Project Review Committee process.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Locator Map

2. Draft Resolution

3. Conditions of Approval – PRC 2026-013-C
Item No. 15.

Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Clayton Dignam, Acting Planning and Engineering Director Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

RESOLUTION NO.____-2026

A RESOLUTION OF THE CITY COUNCIL OF THE CITY OF PORTERVILLE

CONTAINING FINDINGS IN SUPPORT OF APPROVAL OF A

CONDITIONAL USE PERMIT FOR THE OPERATION
OF A TAVERN (DEAD END SALOON) AT 1200 S. MAIN STREET
WHEREAS: The Project Review Committee (PRC) of the City of Porterville, at its meeting of May 20, 2026, reviewed a proposal (PRC 2026-013-C) to reopen the previously operated Harley's Tavern as a bar/tavern located at 1200 South Main Street (APN 270-160-022-000); and
WHEREAS: the applicant, Don Burns, on behalf of property owner Mike Colletto, wishes to apply for a Conditional Use Permit to allow for the acquisition of a State of California Type 48 ABC license, authorizing the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for on-site consumption; and
WHEREAS: the subject property is located within the CR (Retail Centers) Zone District and carries a General Plan Land Use designation of Retail Centers, which permits tavern uses subject to a Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS: notice of the September 1, 2026 public hearing was published in the Porterville Recorder and mailed to property owners within the required radius of the subject property in accordance with applicable noticing requirements; and WHEREAS: The City Council of the City of Porterville opened the public hearing on August 18, 2026, continued the public hearing to September 1, 2026, and on September 1, 2026, received and considered testimony and evidence regarding the Conditional Use Permit; and
WHEREAS: the Environmental Coordinator has determined that the project is categorically exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act (CEQA) per CEQA Guidelines Section 15301 (Existing Facilities); and
WHEREAS: The City Council makes the following findings pursuant to Porterville Development Code Section 604.04, the evidence for said findings substantiated in the record:

1. Approval of the proposed project will advance the goals and objectives of and is consistent with the policies of the general plan and any other applicable plan that the city has adopted.

2. The location, size, design, and operating characteristics of the proposed project are consistent with the purposes of the district where it is located and conforms in all significant Resolution No. __-2026

respects with the general plan, this development ordinance and with any other applicable plan adopted by the city council.

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

1. The project is exempt from the California Environmental Quality Act under CEQA Guidelines Section 15301, Existing Facilities.

2. The Conditional Use Permit to authorize the operation of a tavern (Dead End Saloon) with a Type 48 ABC license at 1200 S. Main Street is hereby approved.

3. Any future change in operation which substantially alters the conditions or nature of the subject business will require approval of a modification to the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council.

4. Unless an extension of time is granted by the City Council, this Conditional Use Permit shall expire two years after the date of approval (September 1, 2028).

5. The development and ongoing operation shall comply with the Porterville Municipal Code, Chapter 21 Development Code, and all conditions of approval for PRC 2026- 013-C attached hereto and incorporated herein by reference.

PASSED, APPROVED AND ADOPTED this 1st day of September, 2026.

__________________________________
Greg Meister, Mayor
ATTEST:

Rich Tree, City Clerk
BY __________________________________
Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk

PROJECT REVIEW COMMITTEE
Project No: 2026-013 Property Owner: Mike Colletto
Subject Address: 1200 South Main Street Applicant/Agent: Don Burns This item has been deemed complete/incomplete pursuant to California Government Code Section §65920.

The following departments have provided their comments. Please contact the appropriate department who need additional time in preparing their comments:

Engineering Planning Building Fire Field Services Parks Police Next Level of Submittal: CUP Application
The Project Review Committee (PRC) has reviewed the proposed project requesting to reopen the old Harleys Tavern as a bar/tavern located at 1200 South Main Street. All comments are based upon staff’s understanding of the project at the time of PRC. The following topics and requirements were discussed at the Project Review Committee (PRC) on May 20, 2026. Any changes upon further submittals may result in additional comments. The project shall be required to comply with State Laws, the City of Porterville Development Ordinance (PDO), adopted Building Codes and all other applicable laws and ordinances.

General Plan: Retail Centers Zoning: CR-Retail Centers Overlay Zone: N/A Use Permitted: Yes Applications Needed:

GPA ZC CUP Annex LLA TPM TSM
PLANNING DIVISION COMMENTS:

The project is proposing to reopen the old Harleys Tavern as a bar/tavern, hence requesting a modification of the original CUP to allow for acquisition of a Type 48 ABC license, which allows for the sale of beer, wine, and distilled spirits for on-site consumption. The subject property is within a CR (Retail Centers) Zone and has a General Plan Land Use of Retail Centers.

The project is required to be developed and maintained in accordance with the Porterville Development Ordinance (Chapter 21 of the Municipal Code). The Porterville Development Ordinance (PDO) can be found in its entirety at:

CHAPTER 21 DEVELOPMENT CODE (amlegal.com)

1. Fees. The project is subject to the following fees. A check payable to the City of Porterville (unless otherwise noted), must be received prior to publication of the notice for public hearing and consideration by the City Council. • Modification of a Conditional Use Permit Fee: $150.00 • Environmental Fee (Notice of Exemption): $79.00
• County Filing Fee: $58.00 (Make check payable to Tulare County Clerk) • Noticing map and labels – 500’ radius from property: $26.50. Please note this is an optional fee for the City to provide the required map and mailing labels.

2. Upon approval of the conditional use permit, any future change in operation which substantially alters the conditions or nature of the subject business will require approval of a modification to the Conditional Use Permit by the City Council.

3. Unless an extension of time is granted by the City Council, the Conditional Use Permit shall expire two years after the date of approval. The City Council may approve a one-year extension of any permit or approval granted under this ordinance upon receipt of a written application with the required fee before the permit expires.

4. The City Council may modify or revoke the Conditional Use Permit as provided in Section 601.10 of the Porterville Development Ordinance.
• Pursuant to Section 601.10(d) the City Council may revoke the permit if it makes any of the following findings:
• That approval was obtained by means of fraud or misrepresentation of a material fact;
• That the use in question has ceased to exist or has been suspended for one year or more;
• That there is or has been a violation of or failure to observe the terms or conditions of the permit or variance, or the use has been conducted in violation of the provisions of this ordinance, law or regulation; or
• That the use to which the permit or variance applies has been conducted in a manner detrimental to the public safety, health and welfare or so as to be a nuisance.

5. Applicant to submit for all required permits with the Building Division as a requirement under the Conditional Use Permit.
• Any past building permits will be required to be finaled.

6. Per Section 300.13 a trash enclosure will be required for all nonresidential developments. • All standards shall apply, including location, materials, construction, design, and landscaping
• The trash enclosure shall be able to contain all required cans. i. A triple bin enclosure is not required.
ii. Applicant may proceed with commercial can service
iii. An enclosure measuring 8 feet by 4 feet in interior dimensions would be required to store the commercial cans for solid waste, recycling and green waste and shall comply with Porterville Municipal Code, Chapter 21, Development Code Section 300.13 Trash and Refuse Collection Areas.

7. All signage, permanent and temporary are subject to Section 305 of the Porterville Development Ordinance.

ENGINEERING DIVISION COMMENTS:

1. No comments
FIRE DIVISION COMMENTS:

1. No comments
BUILDING DIVISION COMMENTS:

1. No comments
FIELD SERVICES DIVISION COMMENTS:

1. A back-flow device is required on the water meter.

2. A grease trap or grease interceptor is required.

3. The developer/applicant shall comply with the City standard for "backflow" prevention pursuant to Resolution No. 9615.

4. The developer/applicant shall install a three bin refuse container enclosure according to City standards. Enclosure location to be approved by City prior to issuance of building permit. Enclosure should be oriented for direct stab pick up. The developer/ applicant shall also sign a waiver of liability for refuse truck damage to the parking lot if the refuse container location requires refuse trucks to travel on the parking lot.

Item No. 16.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) SOURCE: Planning and Engineering
COMMENT: As a recipient of U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds, the City of Porterville is required to report annually to HUD and the community on its accomplishments and progress toward the goals established in the City's Consolidated Plan and Annual Action Plan. The Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report (CAPER) is the performance reporting document required by HUD and identifies how CDBG funds were used to benefit low- and moderate-income persons and address identified community needs.

The City's Draft 2025-2026 CAPER reports on federal assistance and CDBGfunded activities for the program year beginning July 1, 2025, and ending June 30, 2026. During the program year, CDBG-funded activities included assistance to four first-time homebuyers, one owner-occupied housing rehabilitation project, 46 households participating in homebuyer education, 897 individuals served through Local Initiative Navigation Center (LINC) events, 399 individuals assisted through the Homeless Outreach Program, and continued operation of the Porterville Navigation Center.

In accordance with the City's adopted Citizen Participation Plan, a 15-day public review and comment period was established from August 17 through September 1, 2026, ending at 5:00 p.m. Notice was published in English and Spanish, and the Draft CAPER was made available for public review in print and electronically. The City Council's September 1, 2026 meeting also provides an opportunity for the public to comment on the Draft CAPER.

At the time this staff report was prepared, no public comments had been received. Any comments received prior to the close of the public comment period or during the public hearing will be considered and addressed, as appropriate, prior to submission of the final CAPER to HUD.

Certain financial information contained in the Draft CAPER remains subject to final reconciliation following completion of the City's fiscal year-end closeout Item No. 16.
and will be updated prior to submission to HUD. The final CAPER is required to be submitted to HUD by September 28, 2026.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing and receive and consider any public comments regarding the Draft 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report;

2. Approve the 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report, including any revisions resulting from public comments and final fiscal year-end reconciliation; and

3. Direct staff to submit the final 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development by September 28, 2026.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft CAPER 2025-2026
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Clayton Dignam, Acting Planning and Engineering Director Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk 1 CITY OF PORTERVILLE

CONSOLIDATED ANNUAL PERFORMANCE

EVALUATION REPORT
(CAPER)
FISCAL YEAR 2025-2026
15 Day Comment Period DRAFT
8/17/2026-9/1/2026
Clayton Dignam
Planning and Engineering Director
291 N. Main Street
Porterville, CA 93257
(559) 782-7460
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-2026 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 2 CR-05 - Goals and Outcomes
Progress the jurisdiction has made in carrying out its strategic plan and its action plan. 91.520(a)
This could be an overview that includes major initiatives and highlights that were proposed and executed throughout the program year.

This section addresses activities undertaken during the program year to address pertinent Consolidated Plan and FY 2025-2026 Action Plan objectives and areas of high priority.

To meet the City of Porterville’s goals and objectives for FY 2025-2026, funds were primarily administered to the following activities: First-Time Low-Income Homebuyer Program (FTHB), Homebuyer Education, Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Loan, Continuum of Care LINC Services, Case Management for Permanent Supportive Housing for the chronically homeless, Navigation Center Operations, Homeless Outreach Program (HOP), Fair Housing Education Services, Parks Improvement Program, and Business Assistance.

These accomplishments promoted and sustained public services, existing housing, and job opportunities for Porterville residents and employers. Programs designed to address and fund the needs identified as “High” in the Priority Needs Table are the City’s number one objective.

In keeping with this focus, the following objectives identified in the Consolidated Plan and FY 2025-26 Action Plan (AP) were addressed:
• Objective 1: Assist in the creation and preservation of affordable housing opportunities.
• Objective 2: Support activities to prevent and end homelessness. • Objective 3: Support activities that strengthen neighborhoods. • Objective 4: Expand economic development and employment opportunity programs.

The Table 1 – Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date represents 5- Year goals for FY 2025-2029. This is the first year of accomplishments reported, or 25%, of the goals.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 3 Comparison of the proposed versus actual outcomes for each outcome measure submitted with the consolidated plan and explain, if applicable, why progress was not made toward meeting goals and objectives. 91.520(g) Categories, priority levels, funding sources and amounts, outcomes/objectives, goal outcome indicators, units of measure, targets, actual outcomes/outputs, and percentage completed for each of the grantee’s program year goals.

Goal Category Source / Amount/
CDBG
Indicator Unit of
Measure
Expected
Strategic
Plan
Actual
Strategic
Plan
Percent
Complete
Expected
– Program
Year
Actual –
Program
Year
Percent
Complet
e
Public Services Affordable Housing Public
Housing Homeless NonHomeless Special Needs NonHousing Community Development
CDBG: $98,090 Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit
Public service activities other
than Low/Moderate Income
Housing Benefit Public service
activities for Low/Moderate
Income Housing Benefit
Homeless Person Overnight
Shelter
Overnight/Emergency
Shelter/Transitional Housing
Beds added
PA
HA
1,452
250
1992
42 167%
84%
332
50 1,992
42 167%
84%
Housing Affordable Housing CDBG: $486,658 Homeowner Housing Rehabilitated
Direct Financial Assistance to
Homebuyers
HHU
HA
10 5
1 4
50%
400%
2 1
1 4
50%
400%
Public Facilities
and Infrastructure
Improvements
Homeless Non-Homeless
Special Needs Non-Housing
Community Development
CDBG: $681,224 Public Facility or Infrastructure
Activities other than
Low/Moderate Income Housing
Benefit
PA 9,650 0 0% 4500 0 0%
Economic
Development
Business
Assistance
Non-Housing Community
Development
CDBG: $98,904 Jobs Retained
Businesses Assisted
J
B
3 5
0 0
0% 1
1 0
0 0%
UNIT OF MEASURE: PA=Persons Assisted, HA= Households Assisted, HHU=Household Unit, B=Business, J=Jobs, B=Beds, O=Other. LMI=Low/Moderate Income Table 1 - Accomplishments – Program Year & Strategic Plan to Date City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 4 Assess how the jurisdiction’s use of funds, particularly CDBG, addresses the priorities and specific objectives identified in the plan, giving special attention to the highest priority activities identified.

The City remains committed to providing a full range of opportunities throughout the community. It’s the City’s intent to assist in the development and preservation of affordable housing opportunities within the City and, as such, the City will engage in programs that further improve the supply of lower income housing. Below are the programmed activities for FY 2025 and accomplishments associated with each activity.

First Time Homebuyer Loan Program: The Action Plan (AP) set a goal that at least one (1) low-to-moderate income household would receive assistance. The annual goal was met as four (4) low- to moderate-income households were assisted with CDBG funded first time homebuyer loan assistance.

Owner Occupied Rehabilitation Loan Programs: A goal of two (2) low- to-moderate income households was established in the AP. There was one (1) rehabilitation loan funded in FY 2025. There is one (1) active rehabilitation project in progress, no loan applications in review, and six (6) applications that did not progress because the households were unresponsive after application submittal or did not qualify for the Program after review.

Homebuyer Education: A goal of sixty low-to–moderate income households participating in the in-person homebuyer education classes to prepare low-income renter households for the responsibilities and challenges of homeownership and the homebuying process was set by the AP. The City requires this eight-to-nine-hour training course as a prerequisite to applying for the City’s First-Time Homebuyer Program. During the program year, twelve classes were scheduled but four had to be canceled due to low/no attendance. Eight classes were held and a total of forty-six households were assisted.

Homelessness: The City collaborates with several local operators of facilities that meet the emergency and transitional housing needs of individuals experiencing homelessness and those at-risk of homelessness. It allocates CDBG funds for case manager salaries for the Permanent Supportive Housing (PSH) Program administered by Family Services of Tulare County, which provides wrap around services such as referrals to counseling and dentist, life skills training, transportation, home visits/case management and delivery of food and hygiene products. Three individuals received continued access to these services, all of whom have been housed while enrolled in the program. The goal of two persons assisted was met.

CDBG funds were allocated to Navigation Center Operations and used to provide food, shelter, housing assistance, service linkages and additional staffing for case management services at the Porterville Navigation Center (PNC), a 15-bed emergency shelter and 15- City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 5 bed bridge housing facility located in Porterville. During the 2025-2026 program year 285 individuals (175 unduplicated) were provided services.

Local Initiative Navigation Center (LINC) events administered by the local Continuum of Care on Homelessness, dba KTHA, held at the Porterville Navigation Center received CDBG funds to support bi-monthly events offering housing assessments, connections to mainstream benefits, support service providers, and access to other services on a scheduled basis such as vaccinations, haircuts, prescription eyeglasses, etc.

Beneficiaries of this activity in 2025-2026 totaled 897 individuals.

Lastly, CDBG entitlement funds were allocated to the Homeless Outreach Program (HOP) activity which provides essential consumable items at the Central California Family Crisis Center’s (CCFCC) drop-in center and during outreach events to those experiencing homelessness. In FY 2025-2026, there were 704 service occurrences with 399 individuals assisted.

Parks Improvement Program:

The Parks and Leisure Services Department continues to bring new recreation features and amenities to the City’s neighborhood parks. There are currently four projects underway, three of which are nearing completion.

The Murry Park West Playground Improvement Project consists of installing various recreation amenities to complement existing features over the 16.8-acre park around the lower playground area on the west side of the park. Project scope includes installing a shade structure over the existing playground and swings in the main playground, adding shade to the global motion piece on the small south section playground, extending that south playground to the north by approximately 85'x40' and adding an accessible shaded playground, adding an accessible swing in that south extension, adding a few benches around the perimeter of both playgrounds with one being a swinging bench, and installing concrete pathways for ADA connectivity. Although the project is not yet complete, the public has had great things to say about the improvements made to date. Completion of the shade structure installation is pending for project delivery.

The Murry Park Pool ADA Improvement Project consists of the installation of compliant artificial turf and an ADA compliant ramp. This project provides a cooler, non-slip surface alternative to the previous concrete for the public enjoying the facility. The installation of the ADA ramp will take place in PY 26/27 to provide access to the ADA compliant turf and complete the project.

The Fallen Heroes Playground Improvement Project consists of the installation of a shade structure and playground surfacing. This neighborhood park is heavily used and the new shade structure has increased accessibility to the playground equipment during hotter months. ADA compliant playground surfacing is expected in the coming months.

Business Assistance Program:

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 6 The Business Assistance Program (BAP) did not meet its goal of one business being assisted. However, there have been sixteen loan inquiries in which they all received an application along with the guidelines for the program. Of those inquiries, the majority of inquiries were for the Microenterprise Forgivable Loan Program and one was for the Revolving Loan Fund Program. BAP is being actively advertised through the Porterville Chamber’s events such as the First Friday Coffee, the Business Showcase, the Chamber Mixers, and Ribbon Cuttings, as well City events such as National Night Out, Pioneer Days, and the Spring Festival. BAP is also consistently advertised in the City's Newsletter, at the front counter and on the electronic display screen in City Hall’s lobby, and through the City’s social media accounts.

Fair Housing:

CSET continued its efforts to implement and promote the Fair Housing Education Program through social media outreach and partnerships with community agencies.

During the program year, CSET conducted 14 Fair Housing workshops, serving 99 participants through educational workshops and presentations. These sessions focused on the rights and responsibilities of both tenants and landlords, increasing awareness of fair housing laws and promoting equitable housing practices. The program emphasized compliance with all applicable federal anti-discrimination laws, including Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, helping ensure that housing-related activities and decisions are free from discrimination.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 7 A map is included to show where CDBG assisted units or projects are Citywide.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 8 CR-10 - Racial and Ethnic composition of families assisted Describe the families assisted (including the racial and ethnic status of families assisted). 91.520(a)
CDBG
White 1,753
Black or African American 44
Asian 16
American Indian or American Native 34
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 4
Total 1,851
Hispanic 1,454
Not Hispanic 397
Table 2 – Table of assistance to racial and ethnic populations by source of funds Narrative
Some of the CDBG funded programs are not captured by the table auto generated by IDIS (above), therefore Table 2a has been provided to include those programs.

Additionally, Table 2a accounts for those who provide a race of “Other” also excluded from the data provided in Table 2.

Table 2a - Table of assistance to racial and ethnic
populations by source of funds

CDBG TOTALS
White 1,753
Black or African American 44
Asian 16
American Indian or American Native 34
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander 4
Other 192
Total Households 2,043
Hispanic 1,477
Not Hispanic 566
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 9 CR-15 - Resources and Investments 91.520(a)
Identify the resources made available
Source of Funds Source Resources Made
Available
Amount Expended
During Program
Year
CDBG public - federal $1,495,663 $753,753
Table 3 - Resources Made Available
Narrative
The total amount expenditures will be finalized after the City of Porterville Finance Department completes the closing out of the FY 2025-2026. This total is as of August 14, 2026, based on a preliminary report of expenditures. The PR-26 and Explanation of Adjustments will be included as Attachment 3 in the draft submitted to HUD.

The auto-generated table by IDIS does not reflect actual amounts. Therefore, actual balances have been included, per available resources at the beginning of FY 2025-2026.

Every effort was made to use any available Program Income first, then any prior CDBG entitlement and finally the current entitlement. Some Activities only use Program Income, Prior Entitlement or Current Entitlement; therefore, all account resources have expenditures.

Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Target
Area
Planned
Percentage
of Allocation
Actual
Percentage
of Allocation
Narrative Description
Citywide 100 100
All programs are within the City
Limits of Porterville
Table 4 – Identify the geographic distribution and location of investments Narrative
The target area for all goals is Citywide. All assistance was provided to households within the city limits of Porterville, including annexed Tulare County unincorporated areas.

Leveraging
Explain how federal funds leveraged additional resources (private, state and local funds), including a description of how matching requirements were satisfied, as well as how any publicly owned land or property located within the jurisdiction that were used to address the needs identified in the plan.

Private resources used in conjunction with Federal resources consist of first mortgages issued to qualifying first time homebuyers from lenders participating in the City’s FirstTime Homebuyer (FTHB) Program. The City also continues leveraging its FTHB Program, City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 10 the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Program, and other housing programs with Revolving Loan Program Income Funds derived from the repayment of CDBG, and State grants such as HOME and CalHome loans. Matching requirements were satisfied through the individual program guidelines. For the First-Time Low-Income Homebuyer Program, lenders are requested to provide a higher percentage of the total home purchase price than what the City provides. This provision also promotes affordable housing because in most cases, it excludes the additional cost of primary mortgage insurance (PMI) when they are eligible for Conventional Financing if at least 20% is given as a down payment.

One of the exceptions to the PMI cost avoidance is the use of FHA financing which is allowed with the program and requires PMI.

Homebuyer Education is a public service being provided at City Hall, and is a CDBG funded activity, but not in its entirety, as doing so would result in the City exceeding its public service cap. Therefore, the program is subsidized through the General Fund, HOME Administration funds and a partnership with CSET who provides an instructor to administer the classes where they also provide Fair Housing Education as part of the curriculum.

Staff continues to apply for additional parks related grant funds when opportunities arise and previously reported that it had secured an Outdoor Recreation Legacy Partnership Program (ORLP) grant in the amount of $2.5 million. The ORLP program provides matching grants to cities for park projects in underserved communities, which helps reinvigorate existing parks and form connections between people and the outdoors.

Funds will be used for the Santa Fe Sportsplex Project, which is identified in the City’s Action Plan as the Multi-Sports Fields Improvement Project.

Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds have also been leveraged to fund operations of Permanent Supportive Housing, Homeless Navigation Center, Emergency Shelter and Bridge housing.

The Litter Abatement project is a partnership between the City, Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG), the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) and Community Services Employment Training (CSET) to employ individuals experiencing homelessness to conduct beautification along State Routes 65 and 190 within the city limits, including off ramps and other transportation public right of ways near the State Routes where litter accumulates. Last year it was reported that the initial funding provided by each agency had been expended and agreements had run their terms. The City is pleased to report new agreements have been signed to allow for the continuation of the program. Additionally, the City has been awarded Community Cleanup & Employment Pathway (CCEP) Grant funds in the amount of $300,000 to conduct litter abatement efforts along city roadways.

CR-20 - Affordable Housing 91.520(b)
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 11 Evaluation of the jurisdiction's progress in providing affordable housing, including the number and types of families served, the number of extremely low-income, lowincome, moderate-income, and middle-income persons served.

One-Year Goal Actual
Homeless 0 0
Non-Homeless 3 5
Special-Needs 0 0
Total 3 5
Table 5 – Number of Households
One-Year Goal Actual
Rental Assistance 0 0
The Production of New Units 0 0
Rehab of Existing Units 2 1
Acquisition of Existing Units 1 4
Total 3 5
Table 6 – Number of Households Supported
Discuss the difference between goals and outcomes and problems encountered in meeting these goals.

The following are programs with unmet goals that contribute to the City’s efforts in providing affordable housing for its residents:

First Time Homebuyer Loan Program: The City received twelve applications in the program year, and of those, four (4) FTHB loans were funded with CDBG entitlement and program income (PI) and two remain open. While we did meet this year’s goal, and there is continued interest in the program, home prices have consistently been over the max purchase price limit for the program, which has created a difficulty for our approved applicants. Additionally, some applicants are approved for a lower purchase price than the max limit which creates a difficulty in finding homes and competing for homes, as they are consistently outbid. Interest rates have also created a difficulty for our LMI applicants as they increase the first mortgage monthly payment, which in turn increases their frontand back-end ratios and usually puts them over approved ratio limits.

Owner Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program: Consistent with recent years, the goal of two rehabilitation loans was not met, but one loan was funded, and one application is in progress. A total of nine (9) applications were received though FY 2025-

26. Though there is significant interest in this program, the majority of those interested have disqualifying factors. Of those who are not automatically disqualified per Program Guidelines, most do not follow through with turning in the documents necessary to approve the application. Staff continues to work on ways to make the process easier for City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 12 applicants and attempts to follow up are made to ensure that they continue the process if they are still in need and interested in the program.

Homebuyer Education: This year twelve classes were scheduled and eight were held with a total of forty-six attendees. Four classes were canceled for lack of registered attendees. As a result, the City fell short of its annual goal. Staff actively promotes Homebuyer Education classes through all available channels such as social media, resource fairs, community meetings, and front counter traffic at City Hall. Feedback from the public indicates that they’re waiting for home prices and/or interest rates to lower.

Despite the current market conditions, staff encourages individuals to attend the education class while they wait for conditions to improve since it is a requirement of the FTHB loan program.

Curb, Gutter and Sidewalk Improvement Program: The Henrahan Street Improvement Project is now complete. The concrete improvements and shoulder stabilization components were completed in fiscal year 2024/25 and the remaining components of the project (water line, street paving, etc.) were completed this fiscal year.

Multi-Sport Field Improvement Project:

In Program Year 2025/26, an RFP went out for the design of the Multi-Sports Field Improvement Project, and the firm was selected. In 2026/27 the design will be completed and the project will then be awarded to a contractor for construction. Construction should be underway toward the end of 2026/27 and carryover to 2027/28. Progress will continue to be reported until the project is completed.

Discuss how these outcomes will impact future annual action plans.

These outcomes demonstrate that while not all goals were met, there is still a need for affordable housing and the City would like to continue funding such programs.

Additionally, the City’s efforts to address “worst-case” housing needs and the needs of persons with disabilities included:
a. Since 2006, the City continues to promote annually the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) in Porterville. VITA is a national program providing free assistance to low income, elderly, limited English proficient and/or disabled individuals who require assistance in preparing their tax returns and cannot afford the services of a paid professional tax preparer. This program aids in ensuring that these families do not have to use their limited resources on this service and are able to obtain their tax refunds.
b. Offering the Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Loan program to help families bring their homes up to City Code and address Health and Safety hazards. c. Collaboration with the Housing Authority of Tulare County (HATC), who provides ongoing maintenance and upkeep of publicly assisted housing units in Porterville.

HATC serves as the housing provider for worst-case needs and LMI renter households that pay more than half their income for rent. HATC also assists persons with disabilities and retrofits existing units to accommodate them.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 13 d. The City is on the Homeless Taskforce, which is a County-wide effort to identify gaps in services to help individuals and families experiencing homelessness overcome that situation or avoid it altogether.
e. Continuum of Care’s LINC activities took place bi-weekly throughout the program year with the exception of incidents of inclement weather, and health and safety concerns. The goal of 150 people served was met. There were 897 people served this program year.
f. The City partners with Kings View, which operates a 30-bed Low Barrier Navigation Center for people experiencing homelessness. The Navigation Center has served as the location for the provision of LINC services since June of 2021.

Include the number of extremely low-income, low-income, and moderate-income persons served by each activity where information on income by family size is required to determine the eligibility of the activity.

Number of Households Served CDBG Actual HOME Actual
Extremely Low-income 3 0
Low-income 15 0
Moderate-income 24 0
Total 42 0
Table 7 – Number of Households Served
Narrative Information
The table above includes Homebuyer Education class participants. Of the forty-six households served by the program, four were not considered low- moderate-income, which is not included as a category in the IDIS generated table. This equates to 91.3% of participants being categorized as LMI, which is well above the 51% requirement.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 14 CR-25 - Homeless and Other Special Needs 91.220(d, e); 91.320(d, e); 91.520(c) Evaluate the jurisdiction’s progress in meeting its specific objectives for reducing and ending homelessness through:

Reaching out to homeless persons (especially unsheltered persons) and assessing their individual needs
The City of Porterville actively participates in searching for solutions to reduce and end homelessness through partnering with non-profit organizations and agencies, as well as seeking out grant funds to support programs aimed at reducing homelessness.

A total of $76,090 CDBG Funding was allocated to the programs that address homelessness. Kings/Tulare Homeless Alliance (KTHA) received $5,000 this program year to assist in resource fairs that link the individuals with services. Family Services of Tulare County received $15,500 to help cover a case manager’s salary for PSH beds provided in Porterville. An additional $4,000 was allocated to Homeless Outreach Program and $51,590 to Porterville Navigation Center.

KTHA which serves as the local continuum of care, coordinates efforts amongst service providers, faith-based partners, governmental agencies and other key stakeholders. The City actively participates in the monthly meetings hosted by KTHA, such as the Community/Stakeholder meeting and Executive Meetings. KTHA also hosts other monthly meetings such as the Case Management Roundtable.

Point In Time (PIT): KTHA gathers data for PIT census. The one-day survey provides a snapshot of the adults, children in households, and unaccompanied youth living in the City of Porterville who meet HUD’s definition of homelessness. The info gathered through PIT is used to understand the causes and trends over time of homelessness, as well as to determine the unmet shelter and service needs of the homeless. The 2026 PIT data, collected in January and reported to HUD in April by the COC, indicates 1,023 sheltered and unsheltered individuals were counted in Tulare County, of which 219 are unsheltered in Porterville and 56 are either in Emergency or Transitional Housing.

The Kings View PATH team and KTHA Housing Navigators conduct ongoing outreach to connect people who are least likely to access resources. In PY 2025, approximately 156 people experiencing homelessness were assessed for housing through street outreach efforts. Of the 156 people assessed, 30 people were referred for housing and 15 people were assisted with permanent housing.

In 2020, Central California Family Crisis Center (CCFCC) launched the Homeless Outreach Program (HOP), a dedicated street outreach initiative. HOP team conducts regular outreach events to known hotspots and different parts of the community, to provide essential support including food, hygiene kits, sleeping bags, and information on available resources to help them secure permanent housing. In 2025, HOP program City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 15 received $4,000 in entitlement funding which helped CCFCC to also provide food, snacks, hygiene kits, and other needed items such as sleeping bags, tarps, tents, clothing and shoes at the drop-in center. There were 704 service occurrences, and there were 399 individuals assisted.

In 2021, the City Council approved an allocation to the Porterville Police Department to hire a crisis intervention specialist to work alongside a police officer to perform outreach to unsheltered individuals in the city. The Special Methods and Resources Team (SMART) helps engage and offer services to the unhoused occupants of encampments along the Tule River as well as encampments in other regions within the city. The SMART Team performs outreach and coordinates with local agencies who provide services. In the 2025-2026 PY, 3,574 contacts were made with individuals experiencing homelessness; referrals included 402 mental health services, 691 housing services, and 376 substance abuse services. There are nine (9) sworn officers were assigned to the SMART team and one Crisis Intervention Specialist. SMART works seven days a week from 8am – 8pm to provide these services.

The City encourages homeless service providers to participate in the Coordinated Entry System (CES). This system utilizes the Vulnerability Index Service Prioritization Decision Assistance Tool (VI-SPDAT) to help prioritize assistance for those who have been homeless for long periods of time and have high service needs. It also helps individuals by eliminating the need to submit multiple applications to multiple agencies. The CES, operated by KTHA, includes virtually all homeless service providers within the City of Porterville. In addition to the Every Door Open approach, people experiencing homelessness can have an assessment completed by contacting 2-1-1.

Addressing the emergency shelter and transitional housing needs of homeless persons
The programs listed in Table 8 provide emergency shelter and transitional housing for people experiencing homelessness within the City of Porterville.

The Housing and Disability Advocacy Program (HDAP) is designed to assist people who are experiencing homelessness and have a disabling condition, and are likely eligible for disability benefits, apply for disability benefits. Through the disability application process, HDAP provides housing supports. HDAP prioritizes individuals and families who are experiencing chronic homelessness or homelessness and rely most heavily on government-funded services. The definition of homeless has recently expanded to include individuals who are “At Risk of Homelessness” who are experiencing housing instability, such as individuals in “doubled-up households”, who are unable to stabilize their housing situation. Once approved for disability benefits, the individual is transitioned into permanent housing and out of the HDAP program. While enrolled in HDAP, the Housing Navigator (CSET) works with the Coordinated Entry System and Housing Authority to attempt to get these individuals approved for a housing voucher so that once City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 16 exited from HDAP, they have an ongoing housing subsidy that will assist them with housing supports to reduce the chances of falling back into homelessness. During FY 2025-2026, HDAP received a total of 256 new referrals and had a total of 65 individuals in the program who received disability assistance and 20 of those individuals were also provided with housing support.

The City partners with Kings View to provide CDBG funds to support the operation of a Navigation Center in Porterville. The site of the center was purchased by the City from the Porterville Unified School District and is leased to Kings View for $1/year. The Porterville Navigation Center (PNC) consists of 15 emergency shelter beds and 15 bridge housing beds that serve adults experiencing homelessness along with their partners and pets. During the FY 2025-2026, the program assisted 285 clients with shelter (175 unduplicated) and an unduplicated count of 1,004 with other services and meals. Three of the shelter beds are dedicated for transitional age youth, ages 18-24 who are experiencing homelessness, with access to bridge housing beds. The program was able to house 12 clients into permanent housing, some using emergency housing vouchers.

Program guests are provided space for storage of their possessions, allowed one dog on site, and offered services that are voluntary and include case management, housing locations, meals, life skills training, laundry, and linkages to community resources. Bridge housing beds are referred exclusively by the Coordinated Entry System. Emergency shelter beds can be self-referred by someone experiencing homelessness, through CES, or by another service provider.

The City also partners with KTHA by continuing to be part of the Porterville Local Initiative Navigation Center (LINC) committee, which began in June 2021. LINC serves as a miniresource fair and is held twice a month at the PNC. The committee will support the PNC and KTHA to facilitate connections to the services needing to be made available, volunteer at events, fundraise and provide ongoing planning and coordination of services that LINC may be missing. The intention of LINC is to connect persons experiencing homelessness with critical services, such as housing assistance, legal services, social services and access to mainstream benefits, and provide consumables and supplies.

Some of the services provided are: connection to mainstream benefits through an HHSA eligibility worker, a drug and alcohol counselor, a social worker, notary services, vision services, literature, pet services, connection to government issued free phone programs and haircuts.

Table 8 – Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing Programs in Porterville Program
Type Organization Name Program Name
YearRound
Beds
ES Central CA Family Crisis
Center CCFCC Homeless Shelter 4
ES Central CA Family Crisis
Center Porterville Shelter - DV 27; 6 cribs
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 17 ES Central CA Family Crisis
Center Porterville Shelter - HT 1
ES Kings View Porterville Navigation Center 30
TH Uplift Family Services Crossroads T.A.Y. Housing,
Porterville 10
Helping low-income individuals and families avoid becoming homeless, especially extremely low-income individuals and families and those who are: likely to become homeless after being discharged from publicly funded institutions and systems of care (such as health care facilities, mental health facilities, foster care and other youth facilities, and corrections programs and institutions); and, receiving assistance from public or private agencies that address housing, health, social services, employment, education, or youth needs
Several community partners offer local residents services which are designed to help with housing retention. Community residents can access up-to-date prevention resources by calling the local 2-1-1 line. Call center operators through 2-1-1 are able to pre-screen clients for eligibility and provide up-to-date information on program availability.

CalWorks eligible families are able to access housing assistance (HA) through the Housing Support Program and Bringing Families Home programs. These programs can assist with short term rental assistance and utility deposits for households faced with eviction. In FY 2025, Tulare County HHSA received 352 applications for HA in the Porterville office and 293 were granted. These totaled $392,583.60 in assistance to families in the Porterville area to help them stabilize their housing situation.

Tulare County HHSA also provides a Housing Support Program, (HSP), established by Senate Bill (SB) 855 in 2014, was intended to foster housing stability for CalWORKs families experiencing homelessness in the CalWORKs program. TCHHSA, along with our local Community Services Employment Training (CSET), has housed/prevented homelessness for XX families from Porterville to the HSP, and of those referrals, XX received services totaling $XX.XX. This section will be updated when updated stats are received for FY 2025/26.

Through a partnership between Tulare County HHSA and Pacific Clinics (formerly Uplift Families), there are 10 transitional housing beds available for transitional age youths 18 to 24 that are exiting foster care, or those struggling with mental illness, or homeless, including those on the verge of homelessness. The program offers housing along with intensive wrap around services to assist participants in becoming self-sufficient at the local one-stop centers who make the referrals.

The Alliance has an SSI/SSDI Advocacy, Outreach and Access (SOAR) program within the region. This national project is designed to increase access to the disability income benefit programs administered by the Social Security Administration (SSA) for eligible City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 18 adults who are homeless or at risk of homelessness and have a mental illness and/or a co-occurring substance use disorder. Assisting clients through SOAR results in expeditious benefit awards and additional funding for communities through Medicaid reimbursements. Access to these benefits greatly increases housing stability and retention rates among recipients. Tulare County HHSA has a dedicated SSI/SSDI Advocacy unit which served 431 households/individuals in FY 2025-2026.

These linkages have increased the community’s efforts to avoid discharge into homelessness as well as serve the existing homeless population.

In addition to the CDBG funding in support of PSH, the City has partnered with Central California Family Crisis Center (CCFCC) by providing a cash match with Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds for supportive service costs associated with operating their 12-unit PSH project, Casa de Robles 3, in Porterville. This project provides housing to chronically homeless individuals. CCFCC provides supportive services that will allow participants to obtain and maintain permanent housing. During their time in the project, participants will meet with their case manager to develop an Individual Service Plan designed to address barriers related to obtaining and maintaining stable housing.

Helping homeless persons (especially chronically homeless individuals and families, families with children, veterans and their families, and unaccompanied youth) make the transition to permanent housing and independent living, including shortening the period of time that individuals and families experience homelessness, facilitating access for homeless individuals and families to affordable housing units, and preventing individuals and families who were recently homeless from becoming homeless again
KTHA continues to utilize the Landlord Mitigation Fund to increase the inventory of landlords and property managers willing to lease units to people experiencing homelessness. The fund is designed to incentivize Landlords to relax screening criteria for people who are experiencing homelessness and who may have barriers that prevent them from securing housing on their own, such as poor credit and past evictions. By offering a Fund to mitigate Landlord exposure to the increased costs of renting to people experiencing homelessness including excess damage and unpaid rent, a strong relationship can be created with Landlords who otherwise may not lease to individuals and families experiencing homelessness.

The Coordinated Entry System continues to focus efforts on working with the top five households of each intervention type on the Housing Priority List to get them document ready. This focus has reduced the amount of time that people spend on the streets waiting to be placed once a unit becomes available.

The City is an eligible recipient of Permanent Local Housing Allocation (PLHA) funds, established by the Building Homes and Jobs Act (SB 2, 2017), and has been awarded City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 19 $1,980,827 for Years 1 through 5 (Cycle 1) and the City is currently in the Request for Proposals (RFP) process for Year 4 and 5 funding that will be awarded in FY 2026-2027.

The City Council adopted a 5 year plan which established use of these funds for “Assisting persons who are experiencing or at risk of homelessness, including, but not limited to, providing rapid rehousing, rental assistance, supportive/case management services that allow people to obtain and retain housing, operating and capital costs for navigation centers and emergency shelters, and the new construction, rehabilitation, and preservation of permanent and transitional housing,” which is one of the eligible options for this funding and is consistent with one of the priorities identified in the Action Plan.

RFPs were issued for three of the funding years and have been awarded to four local non-profit homeless service providers across five different programs. The City is currently in the process of awarding Year 4 and 5 funds.

The City holds a representative seat on the Tulare County Task Force on Homelessness, which advises and assists the Tulare County Health & Human Services Agency in the Agency's efforts to address homelessness issues affecting the community. The taskforce meets monthly to identify, develop, and implement innovative strategies, leading to an increase in service-delivery efficiency and an overall reduction of homelessness in Tulare County. The City assisted in the plan development of the Pathway Home Task Force Homeless Plan, which is a county-wide plan that established a set of goals tailored for Tulare County and provides a roadmap of how to address homelessness, based on local needs, strategies and tactics that work. Most recently a contributed to the development of the Tulare County Homeless Action Plan which was approved by the Tulare County Board of Supervisors on June 14, 2022 and subsequently submitted to the State which will help with qualifying with additional funding sources that address homelessness like the Homeless Housing, Assistance and Prevention (HHAP) Grant.

The City is aware of and in support of other agencies that also contribute to addressing and ending homelessness in Porterville. The City reaches out to those agencies when developing programs or applying for funding that can be used to address homelessness to address priority needs and gaps in services. Some examples of these agencies include: Emergency Shelter and Transitional Housing, Exit from Foster Care, Housing Retention, CalWorks, and SSI/SSDI Advocacy.

CR-30 - Public Housing 91.220(h); 91.320(j)
Actions taken to address the needs of public housing
The City does not use funds from the CDBG allocation to assist the Public Housing Agency. Public housing is facilitated by the Housing Authority of the County of Tulare (HATC), which provides ongoing maintenance and upkeep of publicly assisted housing units in Porterville. The HATC rehabilitates its own units, and has converted units necessary to serve persons with disabilities. The HATC continues to own and manage 111 units in the City of Porterville and projected an investment of $226,058 in Capital City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 20 Fund improvements for its public housing stock in Porterville was projected for 2026/2027.

According to HATC, there is no plan to purchase additional public housing units, nor is there a plan to remove any units from its inventory. The City refers applicants to the agency when needed and open communication exists about new programs that become available.

Actions taken to encourage public housing residents to become more involved in management and participate in homeownership
HATC is proactive in the inclusion of public-housing residents in the policy making process. An equitable and transparent policy making process that includes the opinions of public housing residents is achieved through the resident participation in public hearings and review periods associated with its Move to Work Program Plan, which includes plans for the use of Public Housing Capital Fund money and possible program modifications. HATC publishes a notice of the hearing for members of the public and program participants, HATC’s plan and all information relevant to the public hearing is made available for public inspection for at least 30 days, notices are provided to Public Housing Residents and is also posted on our website.

A vital driving factor in the implementation of HATC programs is the promotion of tenant self-sufficiency. HATC staff works with tenants to effectively provide them with the necessary resources to achieve homeownership and its Annual Re-Examination Notice provides public-housing participants with an extensive referral list that provides assistance with homeownership. Effective collaboration between the agency and other public and nonprofit agencies is imperative to help promote homeownership among all of its tenants.

Additionally, the City has looked at ways to improve participation in the Homebuyer Education courses. Changes to the program include increased outreach, partnership with a HUD Approved Counselor from a local non-profit, use of social media accounts for various city departments (combined reach of XXX followers), monthly City newsletter, offering an all-in-one-day weekend class, in-person classes, and distribution of a textbook for class participants to take notes and keep as a resource. Staff also promotes the class at all outreach events attended. This section will be updated when updated stats are received for FY 2025/26.

Specific program posts regarding the FTHB program with Homebuyer Education class schedules and Rehab program are posted regularly throughout the year. Housing programs are also advertised with an electronic display screen in the lobby of City Hall.

Flyers for all programs were shared with individuals at in person events that include National Night Out, Business Showcase, Pioneer Days, Spring Festival, local resource fairs, job and literacy fairs. FTHB program flyers were made available at the front counter of city hall, to lenders, realtors and the Housing Authority to share with their existing City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 21 clients; provided to local resource centers for low-income families that serve approximately 50 individuals daily; and shared at all community partner meetings, which in turn shared the flyer out to their distribution lists.

Staff has also given presentations to local organizations serving low-income families and the real estate community and provided information about the programs in an effort to obtain referrals. Lastly, staff provides Lender training to existing Lenders and this training is mandatory for all new Lenders approved to work within the First-Time Homebuyer program.

Actions taken to provide assistance to troubled PHAs
Tulare County’s Housing Authority is not a troubled PHA.

CR-35 - Other Actions 91.220(j)-(k); 91.320(i)-(j)
Actions taken to remove or ameliorate the negative effects of public policies that serve as barriers to affordable housing such as land use controls, tax policies affecting land, zoning ordinances, building codes, fees and charges, growth limitations, and policies affecting the return on residential investment. 91.220 (j);

91.320 (i)
This section summarizes other actions contained in the Consolidated Plan and Action Plan. These actions specifically address obstacles to meet underserved needs, foster and maintain affordable housing, eliminate barriers to affordable housing, overcome gaps in institutional structures and enhance coordination, improve public housing and resident initiatives, evaluate and reduce lead-based paint hazards, ensure compliance with program and comprehensive planning requirements, and reduce the number of persons living below the poverty level. In Fiscal Years 2015 and 2016, several annexations took place throughout the City. At its meeting on October 15, 2019, the Porterville City Council approved proceeding with the issuance and sale of revenue bonds to facilitate the extension of sewer main infrastructure to serve annexed areas that are lacking infrastructure. The sewer lines have been completed and as well as the street patching and clean-up.

As stated earlier in this report, the City of Porterville fosters and strives to maintain affordable housing and eliminate barriers to affordable housing through its various programs and policies. Governmental constraints to the production of housing are minimal in Porterville. The City’s land use regulations, expedited permit processing, and low development fees serve to encourage the construction of low-cost dwelling units. The City conducts a self-evaluation to evaluate its zoning ordinance and general plan policies to ensure no undue hardship is created in the development of low to moderate-income housing. The City has contracted with a consultant to update the Development Ordinance to remove any barriers to low-income housing. The comprehensive update is currently in City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 22 the final stages for completion.

The 6th Cycle Housing Element was adopted on January 20, 2026 as part of the MultiJurisdiction Regional Housing Element in coordination with Tulare County Association of Governments (TCAG) that included the cities of Tulare, Exeter, Farmersville, Lindsay, Woodlake, Porterville and Dinuba. The 6th Cycle Housing Element implemented housing related goals, objective and policies from the date of its adoption through December 31, 2031.

As indicated in the City’s Consolidated Plan, a considerable number of affordable housing units exist in Porterville. City ordinances and policies are relatively liberal regarding provision of affordable housing. Land, labor, construction, and material costs are relatively low when compared to most other areas in the state. The City has ample land currently zoned to meet low to moderate income, new, single family and multi-family housing needs for a 20-year period as indicated in the State certified 2023-2031 adopted Housing Element of the General Plan. . The City adopted Ordinance 1917, which increased to the maximum density permitted in the RM-3 (High Density Residential) zone district from a maximum of 30 units per net acre to 30.5 units per net acre to provide even more opportunities for affordable housing development. The ordinance became effective on November 6, 2025.

Actions taken to address obstacles to meeting underserved needs. 91.220(k);

91.320(j)
The City addressed the issue of affordable housing being accessible in almost every area of the community with the establishment and timely expansion of its Fixed Route public transportation system. Starting in April of 2020, transPORT, a micro transit service, started operation providing an additional and expanded mode of service to the community. This service replicates other on-demand private rideshare services at a more affordable rate.

During FY 2025/26, annual statistics for the services include the following: Fixed Route provided 224,775 passenger trips; Complementary Paratransit (Dial-A-Ride) provided 9,103 passenger trips for seniors and ADA-certified riders; and On-Demand (transPORT)provided 16,547 passenger trips.

The current transit fleet consists of 16 battery-electric transit buses, 14 battery-electric vans, 13 CNG (Compressed Natural Gas) transit buses, zero CNG cutaway buses, and 9 gasoline minivans, making the transit fleet compliant with the California Air Resources Board (CARB) regulations. Additionally, the City has received nine (9) new CNG transit buses; however, they have not yet been placed into revenue service and are therefore not included in the current fleet totals.

Using funds from the SB2 Local Planning Grant program, the City hired a consultant to City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 23 prepare pre-approved construction-ready plans for both Accessory Dwelling Units and multi-family residential units. They prepared three plan sets for ADUs ranging from studio (480 sf) to two-bedroom units (806 sf), which are now available for public use. The multifamily residential plans range from duplex to four-plex designs with a variety of unit types, from studio style (420 sf) to three-bedroom units (1357 sf), and are also available for public use. Overall, the City will have received eleven plan sets for public use.

Staff continues to monitor all of the City/Agency assisted affordable housing projects to ensure that they are meeting the conditions of the regulatory agreements. The monitoring has now been the responsibility of the Porterville Housing Authority. The City continues to keep an open communication with several affordable housing developers to encourage this type of development.

As mentioned in previous CAPERs, a developer secured a site and full construction funding, including state funding from the No Place Like Home program to build permanent housing for low-income families and housing for those experiencing homelessness. Finca Serena was completed in May 2023 and is located near Downtown Porterville. It offers 80 new affordable units and provides a robust continuum of on-site services and 24-hour live-in support staff who provide access to job training, mental health services, and who work collaboratively with local agencies to ensure a healthy and safe community for its residents and neighbors. These efforts, in conjunction with the City’s first-time homebuyer programs and other housing programs, have made progress toward the goal of eliminating barriers to affordable housing.

Actions taken to reduce lead-based paint hazards. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) The Tulare County Health Department conducts follow-up investigations on documented incidents of childhood lead poisoning and implemented eradication action as required by law. Porterville does not directly undertake lead-based paint eradication unless such action is required in conjunction with CDBG/HOME/CalHome funded, owner-occupied housing rehabilitation projects. There was one rehabilitation loan funded in 2025-2026.

City staff provides brochures and informational leaflets on lead-based paint hazards to first-time homebuyers as part of the homebuyer education curriculum, and at the counter for the public.

Since 2005, the City’s Owner-Occupied Housing Rehabilitation Loan Program Guidelines requires that homes built before 1978 be eligible for funding assistance by complying with all the federal lead-based paint regulations including conducting on site lead-based paint assessments and pursuing mitigation where necessary. As part of this program, up to $10,000 of the $40,000 in assistance can be allocated to lead testing and abatement as a grant.

Actions taken to reduce the number of poverty-level families. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Porterville pursues a very aggressive Economic Development Program on an ongoing City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 24 basis. These efforts reduce poverty by creating or retaining jobs specifically targeted to benefit low-income individuals and can be seen through the CDBG funded Business Assistance Loan Program, which provides financial assistance to property owners, or long-term tenants, to improve their properties. Assistance is targeted toward improving commercial and industrial districts where it’s apparent that the potential for decline of the general condition of the building stock may occur now or in the future. An amortized loan facilitates the improvement of the structures. The highest priority is given to buildings that do not meet basic City building standards, and those buildings functionally obsolete and requiring rehabilitation to remain financially viable. Eligible applicants include owner, developer, or lessee of any commercial, commercial/residential, industrial, and professional office structures, including nonprofit agencies and for-profit businesses.

Priority for funding is given to an applicant that is an owner of, or in the process of purchasing, the property or evidence of a signed long-term lease. Priority is also assigned on the ability to generate direct employment opportunities for low/moderate income persons according to a minimum ratio of one full-time equivalent job per $35,000 of CDBG assistance.

Four of the City’s low-income households benefited from the purchase of a home under the City’s First-Time Homebuyer programs and was funded with CDBG funds.

In FY 2025-2026, the City continued to promote the Voluntary Income Tax Assistance Program (VITA) that has been active in Porterville since 2006. VITA is promoted at the First Time Homebuyer Workshops every month, a flyer is posted in City Hall and one is mailed to current families who have a loan with the City for one of the CDBG, HOME or CalHome programs in January of each year.

VITA is a national program providing free assistance to low- and moderate- income, elderly, limited English proficient and disabled individuals who require assistance in preparing their tax returns and cannot afford the services of a paid professional tax preparer. Community Services & Employment Inc. (CSET) provides this program with the assistance of IRS-certified volunteers, mostly Porterville residents.

Combined with Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC) outreach, the Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA)program continues to strengthen the financial stability of low-income households. In 2026, the Porterville VITA site assisted 1,099 families, resulting in $1,529,731 in federal income tax refunds and $423,047 in state income tax refunds, for a combined total of $1,952,778 returned to the local community. Of this amount, $791,007 was generated through the Federal Earned Income Tax Credit (EITC), demonstrating the significant impact of EITC outreach in helping eligible families maximize their tax refunds.

To complement these services, CSET conducted 13 tax education and EITC outreach workshops, reaching 95 participants with information on free tax preparation services, tax credits, and financial resources available to low-income households.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 25 In addition to providing direct financial benefits, the VITA program offers valuable capacity-building opportunities for community members through volunteer engagement.

Volunteers receive training and gain practical experience in tax preparation, financial literacy, and customer service, building skills that enhance employment readiness and support long-term community resilience. During the 2026 tax season, the Porterville VITA site was supported by 75 volunteers, including 18 youth volunteers, demonstrating a strong commitment to community service and workforce development.

Actions taken to develop institutional structure. 91.220(k); 91.320(j) Each public and private agency has unique capabilities for providing assistance to persons with unmet needs. It is the City’s intent to examine its own capabilities as well as the capabilities of others. This effort serves to identify areas that are lacking service components. If service components are identified and lacking, then the City can work with itself or other agencies to develop the capabilities for addressing such areas. This method of networking also establishes and identifies specific service providers. Referrals to other agencies can then be conducted. Referrals may be anonymous and are always confidential.

The City of Porterville works with local for profit and nonprofit organizations as well as the Tulare County Housing Authority and the offices of the County of Tulare. The 2-1-1 system developed by United Way of Kings/Tulare County serves to enhance coordination.

This Community Resource tool is continually updated. It provides a listing of Homeless Shelters, Senior Housing, Housing for Persons with Disabilities, Housing for Farm Laborers, and many other supportive services.

Actions taken to enhance coordination between public and private housing and social service agencies. 91.220(k); 91.320(j)
Public housing is facilitated by the Housing Authority of the County of Tulare (HATC). The HATC rehabilitates its own units, and has converted units necessary to serve persons with disabilities. As mentioned in other sections of this document, the City does work collaboratively with many agencies as well as assists residents by directing them to appropriate agencies based on their needs and services they require.

Identify actions taken to overcome the effects of any impediments identified in the jurisdictions analysis of impediments to fair housing choice. 91.520(a) This is the first year of review utilizing the AI in the adopted 2025 Five Year Consolidated Plan and will consist of actions taken to overcome the effects of impediments identified through the analysis.

Improving language access for people with limited English-speaking proficiency who seek City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 26 information about Fair Housing has been identified as a need in the AI. In an effort to address this impediment the City continues to provide Spanish translation services by way of its bilingual City staff and subrecipients, such as CSET who provide fair housing education. The City maintains a list of employees who have been certified to provide verbal and written translation services, which is made available to all City employees.

The certification process is conducted by Human Resources and consists of testing of staff for both verbal and written proficiencies. Additionally, marketing materials such as flyers and social media posts, legal notices and homebuyer education classes are available in both English and Spanish.

Improved documentation and record maintenance of fair housing activities was also identified as a need, and as such the City’s Housing Division maintains a log of the program year fair housing activities which includes but is not limited to, attendance at community events and resource fairs where fair housing information is distributed and resources are shared with the public, and referrals to other agencies.

Zoning Requirements as they pertain to the Development of Affordable Housing is another impediment identified in the AI. The City continues its efforts to review zoning requirements and research ways to facilitate the development of various housing types.

Currently, most residential zones allow for alternative housing types, including manufactured homes, Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU), and group homes. The City has adopted pre-approved construction-ready plans for both ADUs and multi-family residential dwelling units. The City has eleven (11) plan sets for public use and has partnered with Self-Help Enterprises to offer applicants private financing for ADUs.

Additionally, the City adopted its 6th Cycle Housing Element in January of 2026, and is currently in the process of updating its Development Ordinance.

The City has continued to pursue affordable housing development. Even though the City does not have many financial resources to directly assist a project, staff is more than willing to promote affordable housing to developers, work with developers to secure any other state, federal, or other funding that might be available for affordable housing projects. This program year the City partnered with Self-Help Enterprises on a HOME grant application for development of an affordable housing project.

The last impediment identified within the City’s AI concerns the handling and resolution of fair housing complaints, with a goal of establishing an efficient complaint management system.

Porterville cooperates with federal, state, and regional agencies to promote open housing choice and equal housing opportunity. Depending on the nature of the complaints, the City of Porterville currently refers complaints regarding housing discrimination to the Fair Housing Council of Central California, Legal Aid of Central California, California Rural Legal Aid, Fresno County Housing Authority (Fair Housing Unit), and State Department of Fair Employment and Housing.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 27 In FY 2025-2026, the City received 13 construction related complaints. None of the complaints received resulted in referrals directed to HUD or DFEH.

The City has entered into an agreement with CSET for the provision of Fair Housing education for Porterville residents. The City partners with CSET to offer fair housing, housing and other services/resources, so that anyone in the community needing information on becoming a homebuyer or the process of home buying could have all the people involved in the process in one location. Additionally, the other service agencies’ info was made available by City or CSET staff all year long to provide free legal advice on renter and homeowner rights, Housing Counseling, Section 8 program information, Employment Services, Domestic violence and Homeless programs. Additionally, whenever the City has a booth at community events promoting housing programs, fair housing information is provided in both English and Spanish.

As previously discussed in CR-05, the City also allocates entitlement funds for the provision of Fair Housing education services.

The City feels that the above review of the strategies used in overcoming or eliminating the effects of impediments to fair housing choice demonstrates that the City made progress over the year in meeting the strategies developed in the AI.

CR-40 - Monitoring 91.220 and 91.230
Describe the standards and procedures used to monitor activities carried out in furtherance of the plan and used to ensure long-term compliance with requirements of the programs involved, including minority business outreach and the comprehensive planning requirements
The City of Porterville ensures compliance with program requirements of all HUD related activities by utilizing various types of monitoring standards which include, but are not limited to: review of financial and performance reports submitted by the subrecipient, performing on-site visits to review financial and programmatic records and observe operations, and regular contact and appropriate inquiries concerning program activities.

Monitoring is an ongoing process of reviewing performance using sub-recipient data to make judgments about sub-recipient performance, and to assist in improving that performance. On-site monitoring of subrecipients is scheduled to take place in the fall of 2026. In addition, the City ensures self-monitoring of its programs and cooperation for monitoring conducted by HUD personnel. The City has incorporated the necessary framework in order to comply with the Outcome Performance Measurement System required by HUD. This is an organized process for gathering information to determine how well programs and activities are meeting established needs and goals. HUD is then able to report in a standardized fashion on program outcomes at a national level. Additionally, City staff presents to service and business groups throughout the city including minority groups to ensure the programs are made available to all businesses.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 28 Citizen Participation Plan 91.105(d); 91.115(d)
Describe the efforts to provide citizens with reasonable notice and an opportunity to comment on performance reports.

CAPER DEVELOPMENT AND CITIZEN PARTICIPATION PROCESS
Prior to submitting the CAPER to HUD, the City of Porterville provided multiple opportunities for public review and comment. A public notice was published on August 14, 2026, in the Porterville Recorder (English) and Noticiero Semanal (Spanish) newspapers, initiating a 15-day comment period, which took place from August 17, 2026, through September 1, 2026. The notice included a link to access the Draft CAPER electronically and details for reviewing a hard copy at the City Hall Community Development Department, 291 N. Main St, Porterville, CA 93257. The Draft CAPER and Notice of Public Review were also posted on the City’s website at www.ci.porterville.ca.us and promoted through the Choose Porterville Facebook and Instagram pages, along with other departmental social media platforms, reaching a combined audience of XX people.

Additional outreach included email communications and the City Newsletter, notifying XX community members, agency partners, and stakeholders. This section will be updated when updated stats are received for FY 2025/26.

To ensure broad participation, the City offered several ways to submit comments: by email to [email protected], by phone at (559) 782-7460, or in person at City Hall. Citizens needing alternative arrangements to access the CAPER could contact the City directly using the same email or phone number. A public hearing was held on September 1, 2026, at City Hall Council Chambers, 291 N. Main St, Porterville, CA 93257, and was also live-streamed on the City’s YouTube Channel at https://www.youtube.com/@cityofporterville4149. Public comments were accepted in advance via email, phone, or in person before 5:00 p.m. on the hearing date. Accessibility accommodations—including interpretation services, assistive listening devices, and other disability-related services—were available upon request with up to five business days’ notice by contacting the City Clerk. Information regarding public hearing attendance and comments will be updated prior to submittal to HUD.

CR-45 - CDBG 91.520(c)
Specify the nature of, and reasons for, any changes in the jurisdiction’s program objectives and indications of how the jurisdiction would change its programs as a result of its experiences.

The City continues to review its programs and guidelines. The City strives to be able to assist as many households as possible, so staff is constantly monitoring the market conditions to make changes in the program guidelines as necessary. Additionally, if there City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 29 is a need that was not previously identified and it comes to the City’s attention, this may also be a reason for needed changes in program objectives.

Does this Jurisdiction have any open Brownfields Economic Development Initiative (BEDI) grants?
No.
[BEDI grantees] Describe accomplishments and program outcomes during the last year.

Not applicable.

CR-58 – Section 3
The City did not complete a Section 3 eligible project in PY 2025-26.

City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 30 Attachment 1 Public Notices

NOTICE OF PUBLIC REVIEW AND COMMENT AND

NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING
The City of Porterville is soliciting public review and comment on the Consolidated Annual Performance and Evaluation Report (CAPER) for the City’s 2025/2026 Action Plan (AP).

The AP is submitted annually to the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to enable the City to receive federal funds under the Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) program.

The CAPER, which has been prepared for submittal to HUD, reports on specific federal assistance allocated to the City of Porterville for the period July 1, 2025, through June 30, 2026. The CAPER is the performance reporting tool for the 2025/26 AP Program Year, and is required by HUD guidelines as described in a HUD Memorandum dated February 18, 1998.

The 15-day public review period for the CAPER begins August 17, 2026, and ends on September 1, 2026, at 5:00 p.m. The CAPER is available for inspection by any and all persons interested therein; on the City’s website www.ci.porterville.ca.us or at 291 N.

Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257. Written comments may be sent to that same address or emailed to [email protected].

Additionally, a Public Hearing will be held by the City Council of the City of Porterville on Tuesday, September 1, 2026, at 6:30 p.m. or as soon thereafter in order to consider the approval of the 2025/26 CAPER. The matter can be heard in the Council Chambers at City Hall, 291 N. Main Street, Porterville, California and will be live streamed on YouTube at https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5KuhSrNMNL9nwHJVtnJvvA.

This notice is given in order to provide all parties an opportunity to be heard and to present their views regarding this report. Any and all persons interested in this matter may provide comments. Persons of low and moderate income, disabled and elderly persons, members of minority groups, and persons residing in eligible CDBG Program areas are particularly encouraged to comment.

For more information about the CAPER or to present oral comment regarding the CAPER, please contact Christina Tank at (559) 782-7460.

DATED: August 14, 2026
Clayton Dignam, Planning and Engineering Director
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 31 NOTICIA PÚBLICA PARA REVISIÓN Y COMENTARIO
Y AVISO DE AUDIENCIA PÚBLICA
La Ciudad de Porterville solicita revisión y comentarios públicos para el Reporte Anual Consolidado de Ejecución y Evaluación (CAPER) para el Plan de Acción (AP) 2025/2026 de la Ciudad de Porterville. El Plan de Acción (AP) es enviado anualmente al Departamento de Viviendas y Desarrollo Urbano de los Estados Unidos (HUD) para habilitar que la ciudad reciba fondos federales bajo la Beca del Desarrollo de la Comunidad (CDBG).

El CAPER, cual ha sido preparado para ser entregado a HUD, reporta asistencia especifica federal asignada a la Ciudad de Porterville para el periodo 1 de Julio de 2025 al 30 de Junio de 2026. El CAPER es el reporte acerca de los programas del Plan de Acción del Año 2025/2026, y es requerido por los reglamentos de HUD como escritas en el Memorando de HUD con fecha de Febrero 18, 1998.

El período de revisión pública de 15 días del CAPER comienza el 17 de agosto de 2026 y termina el 1 de septiembre de 2026 a las 5:00 p.m. El CAPER están disponible para inspección por todas las personas interesadas en el mismo en el sitio web de la Ciudad www.ci.porterville.ca.us o en 291 N. Main Street, Porterville, CA 93257. A ese mismo domicilio se pueden enviar los comentarios por escrito o por correo electrónico a [email protected].

Además, el Concilio de la Ciudad de Porterville tendrá una Audiencia Pública el martes 1 de septiembre de 2026 a las 6:30 p.m. o tan pronto como el asunto pueda ser escuchado en la sala de juntas del Concilio, para considerar la aprobación del CAPER 2025/2026. El tema se puede escuchar en la sala del Concilio de la Ciudad en 291 N.

Main Street, Porterville, California, y se trasmitirá en vivo en YouTube en:
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC5KuhSrNMNL9nwHJVtnJvvA.

El propósito de este aviso es para brindar a todas las partes, la oportunidad de ser escuchadas y presentar sus puntos de vista con respecto a este informe. Todas y cada una de las personas interesadas en este asunto pueden dar comentarios; en especial a las personas de ingresos bajos y moderados, las personas discapacitadas y las personas mayores, los miembros de grupos minoritarios y las personas que residen en áreas elegibles para uso de fondos CDBG.

Para obtener más información sobre el CAPER o para presentar un comentario oral sobre el CAPER, comuníquese con Christina Tank al (559) 782-7460.

FECHA: 14 de agosto de 2026
Clayton Dignam, Planning and Engineering Director
City of Porterville CDBG FY 2025-26 Consolidated Annual Performance Evaluation Report 32 Attachment 2 PR-26 & Explanation of Adjustments
Item No. 17.

CITY COUNCIL AGENDA – SEPTEMBER 1, 2026
SUBJECT: Amendment to Chapter 25 of the Porterville Municipal Code Regarding Nonfunctional Turf Irrigation
SOURCE: Public Works
COMMENT: The City Council considered Assembly Bill 1572 (AB 1572) on August 18, 2026, and authorized a public hearing to consider an ordinance implementing the State requirements.

In October 2023, the California Legislature enacted AB 1572, adding Chapter

2.5 to the California Water Code and establishing statewide restrictions on the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf on specified properties. AB 1572 requires public water systems to incorporate these requirements into their water service regulations, ordinances, or policies.

The proposed ordinance would add Section 25-32A.28, Nonfunctional Turf Irrigation Prohibition, to Chapter 25 of the Porterville Municipal Code. The ordinance incorporates the applicable requirements of California Water Code Sections 10608.12 and 10608.14, along with related regulations, guidelines, and requirements adopted or issued by the State Water Resources Control Board.

The State requirements apply to specified commercial, industrial, institutional, governmental, and common-interest development properties and establish phased compliance requirements for the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf. The prohibition does not apply to functional recreational areas and community spaces and includes exemptions for certain other uses established under State law, including irrigation necessary to maintain existing trees and perennial non-turf vegetation.

The proposed ordinance incorporates and relies upon the applicable State requirements, including compliance deadlines, property classifications, thresholds, certification requirements, exemptions, extensions, hardship provisions, and enforcement requirements. This approach allows the City to administer the program using standards established by the State rather than creating separate local requirements that could conflict with or become outdated as State law and regulations change.

Item No. 17.

The proposed ordinance also authorizes the City Manager, Public Works Director, or their designee to establish administrative regulations, forms, guidance documents, and enforcement procedures necessary to implement the requirements consistent with State law.

The proposed ordinance has been reviewed and approved as to form by the City Attorney.

RECOMMENDATION: That the City Council:

1. Conduct the public hearing and receive public testimony;

2. Waive full reading and introduce by title only an ordinance amending Chapter 25 of the Porterville Municipal Code to add Section 25-32A.28 establishing requirements regarding the use of potable water to irrigate nonfunctional turf consistent with State law; and

3. Direct the City Clerk to place the ordinance on the next regular City Council agenda for second reading and adoption.

ATTACHMENTS: 1. Draft Municipal Code Section 25-32A.28 – Redline

2. Draft AB 1572 Ordinance
Appropriated/Funded: Not Applicable
Review By:

Department Director:

Robert Alvarez, Public Works Director
Final Approver: Fernando Gabriel-Moraga, Chief Deputy City Clerk Deleted text shown in red strikeout. Added test shown in blue underline City of Porterville Municipal Code – Chapter 25, Article 1, Division 6 Redline Marking Meaning
Deleted text Existing ordinance text proposed for deletion or replacement
Added text Proposed new ordinance text

CITY OF PORTERVILLE

MUNICIPAL CODE
CHAPTER 25: WATER, SEWERS AND SEWAGE DISPOSAL
Article I: Water
SECTION:
25-32A.28 NONFUNCTIONAL TURF IRRIGATION PROHIBITION
A. Purpose
The purpose of this section is to implement the requirements of California Water Code Sections 10608.12 and 10608.14 and to prohibit the use of potable water for irrigation of nonfunctional turf on designated properties within the City of Porterville.

B. Definitions
For purposes of this section, the following definitions shall apply:

Functional Turf means a ground cover surface of turf located within a recreational use area or community space. Turf enclosed by fencing or other barriers to permanently preclude human access for recreation or assembly is not functional turf.

Nonfunctional Turf means any turf that is not functional turf and includes turf located within street rights of way and parking lots.

Community Space means an area designated by a property owner or a governmental agency to accommodate human foot traffic for civic, ceremonial, or other community events or social gatherings.

Recreational Use Area means an area designated by a property owner or a governmental agency to accommodate human foot traffic for recreation, including, but not limited to, sports fields, playgrounds, golf courses, picnic grounds, parks, and pet exercise areas. This recreation may be either formal or informal.

Potable Water means water suitable for human consumption.

Deleted text shown in red strikeout. Added test shown in blue underline C. Prohibition

1. The use of potable water for the irrigation of nonfunctional turf within the City shall be subject to the requirements, exemptions, compliance deadlines, exceptions, certification requirements, enforcement provisions, and other applicable requirements established by California Water Code section 10608.14 and any regulations, guidelines, or other requirements lawfully adopted or issued by the State Water Resources Control Board pursuant thereto, as such statutes, regulations, guidelines, and requirements may be amended from time to time.

2. The State Water Resources Control Board may, upon a showing of good cause for reasons including economic hardship, critical business need, and potential impacts to human health or safety, postpone a compliance deadline by up to three years for certain persons, institutions, and businesses, and may create a form to be used for compliance certification to the board by property owners.

D. Exemptions
The prohibition contained in this section shall not apply:

1. To cemeteries;

2. To irrigation necessary to maintain the health of existing trees or perennial nonturf vegetation;

3. To irrigation necessary to address an immediate health or safety concern;

4. To turf located within a functional recreational use area or community space;

5. To areas irrigated solely with recycled water or non-potable water supplies where permitted by law;

6. To any exemption authorized by the State Water Resources Control Board.

E. Compliance Certification

1. All persons and entities subject to this section shall comply with the requirements applicable to them under California Water Code section 10608.14 and applicable regulations adopted pursuant thereto. The City may administer and enforce this section in a manner consistent with applicable State law.

2. The specific implementation dates, property classifications, acreage or squarefootage thresholds, certification requirements, exemptions, extensions, hardship provisions, and other administrative or regulatory requirements applicable to the prohibition on the use of potable water for irrigation of nonfunctional turf shall be those established by California Water Code section 10608.14 and applicable regulations or Deleted text shown in red strikeout. Added test shown in blue underline requirements adopted by the State Water Resources Control Board, as amended from time to time.

F. Enforcement
The City may enforce the requirements of this section and California Water Code section 10608.14 to the extent authorized by State law. Enforcement actions, civil liability, penalties, notices, compliance procedures, and other remedies shall be consistent with applicable provisions of the California Water Code and regulations adopted pursuant thereto, including any amendments thereto.

G. Administrative Authority
The City Manager, Public Works Director, or their designee is authorized to promulgate administrative regulations, forms, guidance documents, and enforcement procedures necessary to implement this section and to maintain consistency with State law and regulations.

H. Future Amendments to State Law
The City Council intends that this section remain consistent with applicable State law. Accordingly, references in this section to California Water Code section 10608.14 and regulations, guidelines, and requirements adopted pursuant thereto shall include subsequent amendments, revisions, recodifications, or successor provisions, to the extent permitted by law. (Ord. XXXX, XX-XX-XXXX)
Section 2. Severability
If any section, subsection, sentence, clause, phrase, or portion of this ordinance is held invalid or unconstitutional, such decision shall not affect the validity of the remaining portions of this ordinance.

Section 3. Effective Date
The ordinance shall be in full force and effect thirty (30) days after its publication and passage.